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Emily Amelia Cunningham Christie Wakeman
Emily Amelia Cunningham was born at Paris, New York, January 20, 1831.  At the age of ten years she sailed with her parents on the Great Lakes from Oswego to Milwaukee, Wis., covering a three weeks' voyage, locating at Ft. Atkinson, Wisconsin.  Later moving to Winnebago county, Illinois, where she met and became acquainted with Luman Wakeman of Harlem, Ill., whom she married September 19, 1859.  Immediately coming to their prepared Montmorency home in which they have resided continuously for the past 59 years and where she passed away at 6 a.m. Sunday morning, March 17, 1918, at the age of 87 years, 1 month, and 25 days.
She was the mother of seven children, four living, who are Mrs. Charles Gibbs, of Genoa Junction, Wis.; Mrs. Frank Russell, of Hume township; Mrs. Harry Spear, of Coloma township and Edwin M. Wakeman, residing on the old homestead.  She leaves besides her aged husband and children twenty-one grand children and twenty-one great-grand children.  She also leaves to mourn her loss three brothers: Horace, of Janesville, Wis., and Guy and Putnam, of Santa Anna, Cal.
She was a member of the Weslyn [sic] Methodist church and of the Good Deed Circle of the King's Daughters.
Her ambition and first thought was always of home and her family.  A true mother in all the word conveys.
The Morrison Daily Gazette (Illinois), Wednesday, 20 March 1918
Kenneth W. Parent



WARD, Pearl
SINCERE REGRET IN BOONVILLE; Death of Miss Pearl Ward not unexpected but brings sadness to many friends. March 2, 1915 - Deep regret is expressed on every hand tonight at the death of Miss Pearl Ward, which occurred this afternoon at her home in Boonville.  Miss Ward was one of the young ladies whom to know was to love.  She was educated and graduated from Boonville High School and had engaged in teaching for several years.  Of a quiet disposition, she was greatly attached to home and friends and made warm friends of all who came in contact with her.  She had been in poor health for a long time and her death was not unexpected.  She is survived by her mother Mrs. Charles Ward (Amanda) and 2 brothers, Walter Earl and Robert.
Susan Ward Merk


Jerry Warren
Rome Sentinel-December 15, 1927
Jerry Warren, former well known farmer of Redfield, who has been a resident of Camden for the past two years, living at the Vedder home on Railroad Street, dropped dead yesterday afternoon on the sidewalk in front of Editor Stone's home, Main Street, about 4 o'clock.  Mr. Warren had been in usual health during the day up to the time of the fatal attack.  He was downtown in the forenoon and when he returned to dinner he made no complaint of feeling ill.  In the afternoon he came downtown again to mail a letter and while on his way home he was overtaken by death at the time and place above stated.  A
school girl who was behind Mr. Warren when he fell, was greatly frightened and hastened on.  Others were soon attracted to the spot.  Coroner Teller was immediately notified and came to town, pronouncing death due to heart failure.  Undertakers Sanborn were notified to take charge of the body which was removed to their undertaking parlors.  It is learned that Mr. Warren had been having heart ailment ever since having the influenza two years ago, but he had never had serious attacks.  The deceased was born in Redfield 76 years ago last September and had spent his whole life there until coming to Camden. He had
followed farming.  Since the death of his wife in 1921 he had made his home with Mr. & Mrs. Stephen Vedder, who assisted him in conducting his farm until he retired.  Mr. Warren had plans made to leave next week to spend the winter with one of his daughters in Massachusetts.  He leaves five daughters, and two sons: Mrs. Isaac Potter, and Herbert Warren, Redfield, Mrs. Mable Nash, Syracuse, Mrs. Millie Merman and Mrs. Frank Secoy, Buffalo, Ray Warren, Detroit, Mich., Mrs. Peter Adams, Mass.
Kathy Last


Obituary in the Utica Observer, March 20, 1901, Oneida County, New York
"Dr. Woodward WARREN - Aged and Esteemed Citizen Died Last Night. A man once prominent in the practice of the medical profession in this vicinity, and who during a long life had held the highest respect of all who knew him, passed away in the person of Dr. Woodward WARREN, who died at the residence of his daughter, Mrs. E.B. GUILE, 2 Taylor Avenue, at 11 o'clock last night. He removed from Boonville to Utica seven years ago and since that time had continued to reside in this city. Dr. WARREN was born in Deerfield September 5, 1823. He ws the son of Woodward and Mary SEAMAN WARREN and came of good New England stock. He secured employment on the Utica Observer, but when about 30 years of age gave up his position to commence the study of medicine in the office of Dr. Watson. Studying medicine at the same time was D. C. Judson Hill, who later was favored with an extensive business also. On begin admitted to practice, Dr. WARREN took up his residence in Deerfield and after living there for about six years, removed to Boonville, where with the exception of two years spent in Madison, he had continued to reside. He was recognized as a most skilled physician and esteemed as a man of the highest character, and he enjoyed a very large practice. Seven years ago he retired and had since made his home with his daughter in this city.
Dr. WARREN, in addition to his ability in the medical profession, had a liking for the line of literary endeavor and evidenced much talent for writing. Years ago he wrote poems that were widely read and well received and even of late had written some excellent poetry and prose sketches. He was a member of the Methodist Church. He was enrolled also in the Oneida County Homeopathic Medical Society and took much interest in its affairs. Dr. WARREN's first wife was Nancy BIDDLECOME, who died in 1864. About 36 years ago, he married Fanny M Clark (note: should be KLOCK) who survives, as do the following children: Mrs. A.M WHIFFEN of Oswego, Mrs. A.N. SCHRYVER of Ithaca, Mrs. Mary SCOVILLE of Fremont, Ohio, Mrs. E.B. GUILE of Utica, and Charles J. WARREN. He also leaves one brother, Richardson WARREN of this city."
(Dr. Woodward WARREN was a grandson of John and Mary (RICHARDSON) WARREN who came to Deerfield, Oneida County, New York, from Cheshire, Massachusetts, about 1793. The WARREN line descends from John WARREN who emigrated to this country from England with the Winthrop Fleet, settling in Watertown, Massachusetts.)
Ruth Glenister


WARREN, Woodward
Oneida Morning Herald, Utica, NY, 31 December 1852
"Died at Antwerp, Jefferson County, on the 27th December after a short illness, Woodward Warren, of Deerfield, Oneida County, in the 78th year of his age.  He had been a resident of this county for upwards of fifty years, and had by an upright course of conduct, and unwavering integrity, won the esteem of all who knew him.
Note:  Woodward Warren was a son of John and Mary (Richardson) Warren who moved from Berkshire County, Mass. to Deerfield about 1793.  John, born in Mendon, Mass., was a descendant of John Warren who came to this country in
1630 with the Winthrop Fleet and settled in Watertown, Mass.  Mary was a descendant of Samuel Richardson who settled in Woburn, Mass. in 1637.
Ruth Glenister - ruglen@adelphia.net


WARREN, Woodward Jr.
Utica Observer, 20 March 1901
"Dr. Woodward Warren - Aged and Esteemed Citizen Died Last Night.  A man once prominent in the practice of the medical profession in this vicinity, and who during a long life had held the highest respect of all who knew him, passed away in the person of Dr. Woodward Warren, who died at the residence of his daughter, Mrs. E.B. Guile (of 2 Taylor Avenue) at 11 o'clock last night.  He removed from Boonville to Utica seven years ago and since that time had continued to reside in this city.  Dr. Warren was born in Deerfield September 5, 1823.  He was the son of Woodward and Mary SeamanWarren and came of good New England stock.  He secured employment on the Utica Observer, but when about 30 years of age gave up his position to commence the study of medicine in the office of Dr. Watson.  Studying medicine at the same time was Dr. C. Judson Hill, who later was favored with an extensive business also.  On being admitted to practice, Dr. Warren took
up his residence in Deerfield and after living there about six years, removed to Boonville, where with the exception of two years spent in Madison, he had continued to reside.  He was recognized as a most skilled physician and esteemed as a man of the highest character, and he enjoyed a very large practice.  Seven years ago, he retired and had since made his home with his daughter in this city.
Dr. Warren, in addition to his ability in the medical profession, had a liking for the line of literary endeavor and evidenced much talent for writing.  Years ago he wrote poems that were widely read and well received and even of late had written some excellent poetry and prose sketches.  He was a member of the Methodist Church.  He was enrolled also in the Oneida
County Homeopathic Medical Society and took much interest in its affairs.  Dr. Warren's first wife was Nancy Biddlecome who died in 1864.  About 36 years ago, he married Fanny M. Clark" (Note:  should be Klock) "who survives,
as do the following children:  Mrs. A. M. Whiffen of Oswego, Mrs. A.N. Schryver of Ithaca, Mrs. Mary Scoville of Fremont, Ohio, Mrs. E.B. Guile of Utica, and Charles J. Warren.  He leaves also one brother, Richardson Warren,
of this city."
Ruth Glenister - ruglen@adelphia.net


WENTWORTH, Julia
Rome, Jan. 6.--Mrs. Julia WENTWORTH died this morning at the home of her daughter, Mrs. John D. OXNER, No. 311 North Washington Street.  She had been ill for two years.  Mrs. WENTWORTH'S maiden name was Julia GARNRYCK.  She was a Quakeress and was born in Troy in 1822.  When 4 years old her parents removed to Verona, and in that place she lived many years.  For two years she was instructor in one of the public schools of the town.  In 1848 Miss GARNRYCK married Alonzo WENTWORTH, and until 1882 they lived in Walworth, Wayne County.  In that year they removed to Rome.  Mr. Wentworth died in 1891.  Mrs. Wentworth is survived by one daughter, Mrs. J. D. OXNER.


WETHERELL, Thomas G.
from the Rome Sentinel
Westmoreland - Thomas G. Wetherell, 84, of 7272 Main St., a former sales representative for Metropolitan Lif Insurance Co., died Sunday, Aug 9, 1987, at Faxton Hospital, Utica.
Born in Colemans Mills on July 17, 1903, he was a son of George and Margaret Cunningham Wetherell. Educated in Westmoreland and Utica, in 1925, he married Irene Howland.  For nearly 50 years, the couple lived in Westmoreland. She died in 1974. In Utica, on Oct 4, 1975, he married May Davis.
Mr. Wetherell retired in 1968 after 28 years with Metropolitan. He was a member of the Westmoreland Fire Department, and was a leader in the formation of the water district. Mr. Wetherell was a former member of Hampton Masonic Lodge, the Westlanders and the Raven Run Hunting Club.
Surviving besides his wife, are: a daughter, [private]: four sons, [private]; a stepdaughter, [private]; a stepson, [private]; 23 grandchildren; and 18 great-grandchildren.
Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at the Owens-Pavlot Funeral Service, Clinton. Burial will be in Westmoreland Union Cemetery. Calling hours are from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday.
Memorials may be made to the Westmoreland Methodist Church.
Submitted by Lisa Slaski


WETHERELL, Irene N. Howland
from the Rome Sentinel
Westmoreland - Mrs. Thomas G. Wetherell, 69, of Route 233, died Friday in Roswell Park Hospital, Buffalo, after a short illness. The former Irene N. Howland, she was born Dec 22, 1904, in Yorkville, daughter of Alfred and Alice Davis Howland. She attended Clark Mills schools. She married Mr. Wetherell on Sept 18, 1925, in Utica. They had lived in Westmoreland for 48 years. Mrs. Wetherell was a member of Westmoreland United Methodist Church, its United Methodist Women's Organiztion and the Westlanders. She was employed by the Westmoreland School district for a year.
Surviving are her husband, four sons, [private], a brother, [private]; 17 grandchildren and one great grandson.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday in the Westmoreland United Methodist Church. Burial will be in Westmoreland Cemetery. Calling hours at the Owens Funeral Home, Clinton, are 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday.
Submitted by Lisa Slaski


from the Camden Advance-Journal, June 25,1885.
Mrs. Joseph Wheeler
  We find the following in an exchange, concerning the death of "Aunt Amanda" Wheeler, mentioned in these columns last week: Mrs. Joseph Wheeler, of Minneapolis Minnesota, died at her home last week, of paralysis of the brain, aged 67 years. Mrs. Wheeler was for many years a resident of Camden, where her husband was at one time engaged in the hotel business. They left Camden about five years ago to reside in Minneapolis. Besides a husband one son, Russ Wheeler, survivies. The deceased also leaves a sister, Mrs. Sylvester Wheelock, and other relatives in Rome, and three brothers, Ebenezer Harrington, of Boonville, Truman Harrington, of Camden, and George Harrington, whose home is in one of the Eastern States.
 Kathy Johnson hole19@hctc.com


WHIFFEN, Althea
From an October 1904 Camden, NY paper:
Obituary for Althea Warren Whiffen who died October 1, 1904:
"The community in general was greatly shocked on Sunday morning to learn that during the night - about midnight - the wife of Rev. Thomas Whiffen had suddenly expired while sleeping.  Her death occurred at the Free Methodist parsonage on Third Street and is singularly sad for both her family and wide circle of friends.  Rev. Mr. Whiffen has been the popular pastor of the Free Methodist church, completing the three year limit, and had everything packed in readiness to leave on Monday for their new home in Cortland.  For several days past, Mrs. Whiffen had been calling on and receiving friends to bid them farewell and consequently her unexpected departure was a severe shock to all.
For ten years past, deceased had been an invalid and three years ago, heart trouble set in.  During the summer months, she had been much improved, and her condition was more encouraging than it had been for years.  Saturday evening, when she retired, she was feeling very well.  About midnight her daughter's attention was attracted by heavy respiration and upon investigation found her mother breathing her last.
Mrs. Whiffen was formerly Althea Medora Warren, a daughter of the late Dr. Woodward Warren and Nancy Biddlecome of Boonville.  Her birthplace, however, was in Deerfield, where she was born Feb. 21, 1846, and reared until young
womanhood when she went to Utica.  Her marriage to Rev. Thomas Whiffen occurred in Deerfield Oct. 2, 1869.  His ministerial itinerary has given them residence in Philadelphia, Pa., Pittsford, N.Y., Ithaca, Rose Valley, Fulton, Black River, West Webster, Rome, Utica, Alton, Syracuse, Binghamton, Oswego and Camden.
Deceased possessed a loveable christian character, which won for her the admiration and respect of all, irrespective of church affiliation.  She was deeply interested in Home and Foreign Missionary work and wherever the order existed, was active in W.C.T.U. doings.  Sincere sympathy is extended to the bereaved family and relatives in this sudden hour of sorrow.  Besides her husband, she leaves six children - Mrs. Rev. F.W. Cathey of Binghamton, Rev. W.J. Whiffen of Albion, Dr. E.T. Whiffen, Edgewater-on-the-Hudson, Mrs. F.W. Glenister of Oswego and the Misses Nellie and Eva Whiffen who reside at home. She is also survived by three sisters and one brother, who are Mrs. Sibley Schryver of Ithaca, Mrs. Mary Scoville of Fremont, O., Mrs. E.D. Guile of Utica and Charles Warren of Norwich.
After death, the remains of Mrs. Whiffen were moved from the parsonage to the residence of Mr. and Mrs. J.C. McDonald, who reside near by where funeral services were held at 9:30 Tuesday morning and from the Free Methodist church
at 10 o'clock.  The large attendance attested her popularity.  The services were conducted by Rev. H.L. Crockett of Cortland, assisted by Rev. C.C. Townsend of the M.E. church, in prayer.  Rev. E.A. Boyl of the Congregational church, who read the scripture and Rev. E.N. Manley, who pronounced the benediction.  The bearers were J.C. McDonald, Orson Morse, Vroman D. Skinner, and William Voodre.  Besides her children from out of town, there was present her sister, Mrs. Schryver of Ithaca.
The remains were taken on the noon train to Utica for burial.
(Note:  Althea Warren Whiffen is buried beside her husband in the New Forest Cemetery, Utica.)
Ruth Glenister - ruglen@adelphia.net


WHIFFEN, James
Undated clipping from an unknown Utica paper:
"WHIFFEN: in this city, Wednesday, February 26, 1890, James Whiffen, aged 84 years, one month, and 14 days.  Friends are invited to attend the funeral services from his late residence, 108 Miller Street, Friday at 2:00 P.M."
Note:  James Whiffen, born in Camberwell, Surrey, England, came to Utica about 1849 with his wife, Maria Gold Whiffen, and his six children (including Rev. Thomas Whiffen).Both in England and in Utica, he ran a tailoring establishment.  He is buried with his wife in New Forest Cemetery, Utica.
Ruth Glenister - ruglen@adelphia.net


WHIFFEN, Mrs. Maria Gold
From an undated clipping, probably from the Free Methodist newspaper:
"Mrs. Maria Gold Whiffen departed this life September 21, 1900.  She was born near London, England, in 1806, and was married to James Whiffen of London February 4, 1829.  They came to this country 20 years later.  Both were
converted in the old Bleeker Street M.E. Church, Utica, N.Y. in 1851 where she continued a faithful member until the organization of the Free Methodist Church of that city when she became a charter member.  She was ever consistent, and although her domestic affections were strong, she was seldom, if ever, absent from the services of the church of her choice when able to attend.  She had been confined to her bed two and a half years, and hence had not been present at any public means of grace since I became her pastor; but she continued her old time interest, and as had been her custom, paid
regularly and generously to support the cause of her Redeemer.  Her experience was clear, and was marked by unusual patience, gratitude, and hopefulness.  She gradually weakened under the weight of years until finally, she laid her cheek upon her hand and gently fell asleep, to pass through its gateway to life.  After services conducted by the writer, September 23, at
the home of her son in Oswego, N.Y., where she had been so long and affectionately cared for, the remains were taken for interment to Utica, N.Y. Besides her son, Rev. Thomas Whiffen, she leaves two daughters:  Mrs. Charles Morrall, of Morris, Illinois, and Mrs. Joseph Stage of Racine, Wisconsin.
Note:  Maria Gold Whiffen lived with her husband in Utica from about 1849 to 1890, the year of his death.  In 1891, she lived with her son, Rev. Thomas Whiffen,  in Alton, Syracuse, Binghamton and Oswego (the place of her death). She is buried beside her husband in the New Forest Cemetery, Utica, N.Y.
Ruth Glenister - ruglen@adelphia.net


WHIFFEN, Rev. Thomas
Whiffen. --Rev. Thomas, was born in London, England, March 21, 1847, and died in Oneida, New York, November 20, 1930.  When two years of age his parents brought him to America and settled in Utica, New York, where both were converted and joined the Methodist Episcopal Church, as did also their son, Thomas.  When B.T. Roberts and others were put out of that denomination for their adherence to holiness and primitive Methodism, an indignation meeting was appointed in Utica.  The local pastor notified his congregation that all members attending would be put out of the church.  This noble Englishman said to his companion, 'We came to America as a land of liberty.  Come, wife, put on your bonnet and we will go to that meeting.'  As a result they, with others, were read out of church membership and joined the Free Methodist Church which was being organized, as did also their son, Thomas, being about fourteen years of age.
Thomas was educated in the common and advanced schools of Utica.  He learned the printer's trade and worked in the office of the 'Recorder' in Fayetteville, near Syracuse, New York.  He married Miss Althea M. Warren, daughter of Dr. Woodward Warren, of Utica and Boonville, who died at the close of his Camden pastorate in 1904.  To this union were given two sons and four daughters, all now living:  Edwin Thomas Whiffen, of Mount Vernon, and Rev. Warren J. Whiffen, of Schagticoke, New York; Althea, wife of Rev. Frank W. Cathey, of Seattle, Washington; Nellie and Eva, missionaries to the Dominican Republic, and Mrs. Fannie Glenister, of New Haven, New York.
Brother Whiffen studied for the ministry of the Free Methodist Church and joined the Susquehanna Conference in 1867, was ordained deacon in 1869, and elder in 1871.  His first appointment was on the Saratoga Circuit, under the two-year time limit.  He served the following circuits:  White Haven, Philadelphia (Pennsylvania), Pittsford, Ithaca, Clyde and Rose, Fulton, Black River and Watertown. West Webster, Rome,  Utica, Alton, Syracuse, Binghamton, Oswego, Camden, Cortland, Ithaca, and Burlington (Vermont). He was district elder several times and twice delegate to the General Conference.  He was one of the most prominent members of his conference and put in full fifty years of active ministry, and on retirement, in 1917, by request of the conference, preached a semi-centennial sermon before them, full of reminiscences, which was greatly appreciated.  That same year he was married to Mrs. Carrie B. Cragin, sister of Lorenzo Bolles, a prominent layman at Oneida, New York, and settled there to spend his last days in comfort and tender care, being much loved and respected by all who knew him.
He began his ministry very young and was known as 'the boy preacher.'  He was noted for his sterling character, his uncommon sense and remarkable eloquence.  He was very sympathetic with and helpful to the young preachers under his care.  He was greatly devoted to the work of his Lord and very self-sacrificing therein.  Although he served the best circuits, he took some of the poorest without murmuring.  At one time he had been serving one of the best circuits.  His wife was sick and he could not attend that conference session, but had been assured by his district elder that, under the circumstances, he would probably be moved only a few miles to another good circuit in an adjoining city.  When he was informed that he had been appointed to one of the poorest circuits, clear across the state of New York, he turned white as a sheet, but said not a word.  He moved his wife on a stretcher, called his son home from the A.M. Chesbrough Seminary to save expense, and never complained.
He suffered very little during his long sickness and his passing was very peaceful.  During the last hours of seeming unconsciousness he appeared to be suffering, but all at once it ceased, his eyes sprang open and a glad look of joyful surprise illuminated his face as though he saw something delightful - and he was gone.  On November 22 prayer was offered at the house and funeral services held in the Oneida Free Methodist Church by the writer, assisted by the district elder, C.M. Hartson, and the pastor, Herman Schwab.  The sermon was from Revelation 14:13, subject, 'Our Blessed Dead.' Besides the writer and the two preachers above mentioned, there were present at the funeral Rev. C.A. Steuke, Rev. H.D. Brink, Rev. S.A. New, Rev. John G. Hessler, Rev. C.A. Fox and Rev. F.S. Shaw.  All nine preachers joined hands around the casket and sang the first, fourth and sixth verses of 'Blest Be the Tie That Binds.' The body was deposited in the cemetery of his old home city, Utica, to await
the resurrection morning."  H.L. Crockett.
Ruth Glenister - ruglen@adelphia.net


WHIPPLE, Charles
CHARLES A. WHIPPLE DIES AT DAUGHTER'S HOME IN CEDAR, SEPTEMBER 9TH.
"Charles A. Whipple pass away September 9th at the home of his daughter, Mrs. J.R. DeLong in Cedar.  Mr. Whipple was born in central New York State at Clinton, Oneida County, April 9, 1854.  He moved with his parents about 1856 to Cambridge, Ill., where he grew to manhood.  He was married to Miss Alice Flansburg of Iowa December 3, 1876.  Five sons and one daughter were born to this union.  Watler and Mrs. J.R. DeLong of Cedar; Arthur, Elk River; John Madison, Wis; Leonard, Bloomdale, Ohio Otho, West Salem, Ohio. Besides his children, he left nine grandchildren, two great-grandchildren, and a sister, Mrs. Lillie York of Medford, Oregon.  The Whipple family lived at various times in Iowa, Kansas, North Dakota and settled in Burns Township, Anoka County, in 1897.  Mrs. Whipple preceded him in death on February 11, 1918.  Mrs. Whipple had an inventive mind and had numerous patents issued to him.  He was a friendly man and interested in the events of the present.  During the past few years he lived with his daughter in Cedar.  Funeral services were held from Thurston's chapel in Anoka, Sunday afternoon, September 12, with Rev. Kenneth Docherty of the Methodist church of Cedar officiating.  Three of Mr. Whipple's favorite hymns, "Abide With Me", "Beautiful River", and "Nearer, My God to Thee", were sung by a quartet consisting of Miss Dorothy Beebe, Mr and Mrs. W.C. Hicks and W.H. Lee.  Many neighbors and friends from Burns and Cedar attended the funeral."


John Whittemore
Rome Sentinel-March 9, 1895
John Whittemore died at his home, 418 West Liberty street, at 10 am today in his 83rd year.  Death was due to no particular disease but to a general wearing out of the system.  The deceased was born in South Boston, Mass., May 29, 1812, and was the oldest son of Nathaniel Whittemore.  On Jan. 21, 1834 he was married to Miss Lucretia Glover of Dorchester, Mass.  Later they removed to Peterboro, N. H., where they lived for a time.  In 1838 they came to this state and settled at what was known as the "Mills" at Coonrod where Mr. Whittemore conducted saw and grist mills. For some time he and the late
Samuel B. Stevens of Rome kept a shoe store here.  In company with his brother James he built the California House at Coonrod and kept it for a short time.  He removed from the hotel to the farm immediately adjoining, where he lived until about ten years ago, when, on account of poor health, he removed to this city.  As a business man, Mr. Whittemore's standing ranked high, but for ten years he has lived a retired life.  In politics he was a staunch Democrat.  Mr. Whittemore is survived by his wife, two daughters, Mrs. John H. Crossman of this city, and Mr. J. Frank Eddy of Bay City, Mich., and one brother, Joseph P. Whittemore, a prominent lawyer of Detroit, Michigan.
Kathy Last


Lucretia Glover Whittemore
Rome Sentinel-November 3, 1897
Mrs. Lucretia Glover Whittemore, widow of John Whittemore, who died at her home 418 West Liberty street, on Monday, was born in Dorchester, Mass., December 20, 1814, and was the daughter of the late Oliver and Lydia Glover of that place.  She was the second youngest of a family of seven children and her death ends that generation.  In 1834 the deceased was married to Mr. Whittemore, and later moved to Peterboro, N. H.  In the year 1838 she with her husband came to Rome and settled at the "Mills" at Coonrod, where Mr. Whittemore was engaged in the lumber business.  Later they took up their
residence on the old homestead, which is now situated on the hill just west of the California House at  Coonrod.  About thirteen years ago Mr. and Mrs. Whittemore came to the city, and afterward resided here.  Since the death of her husband which occurred March 9, 1895, Mrs. Whittemore has lived alone.  Although she had been urged by her daughters to take up her residence with them she preferred to remain in her quiet, cosy little home.  The deceased was a woman of a loving disposition, and to those who were so fortunate as to possess her acquaintance her death is a source of sorrow.  She was passionately fond of children and her home was a rendezvous for the children of the neighborhood.  She was reared a Universalist, and, although not a  member of that society, was an attendant of the church and contributed generously to the cause.   To the family were born eight children, all of whom, with the exception of Mrs. J. H. Crossman of Rome, and Mrs. J. F. Eddy of Bay City, Mich., are dead.  The funeral was held at the late home of the deceased at 2 o'clock this afternoon, Rev. L. D. Case officiating.
Selections were rendered by the Universalist choir.
Kathy Last


EDWARD E. WILDEY
Rome Daily Sentinel, 19 April, 1910.
Former Resident of Rome Dies in Lockport--Body Brought Here
The body of Edward E. Wildey, 82 years old, who spent the early part of his life in Rome, was today brought here from Lockport for interment beside the remains of his wife in Rome Cenetery. There were committal services at the grave, Rev. Douglas Matthews of Zion Church officiating. Mr. Wildey died at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Charles Timian, in Lockport, last Sunday morning at 8 o'clock.
Mrs. Wildey was born in Faversham, England, and came to this country with his parents when an infant. While he was still a child the family located in Rome, and here Mr. Wildey was brought up and resided for about twenty-five years. His wife, whose maiden name was Miss Victoria M. Weeks, died in 1865. After her death Mr. Wildey left this city and resided in various places, finally going to Lockport to pass the last days of his life.
The deceased is survived by four daughters--Mrs. C. M. Hodges and Mrs. Dewight Mosher of Clinton and Mrs. Oliver Darrison and Mrs. Timian of Lockport. He also leaves one sister, Mrs. Archibald farr, who lives with her daughter, Mrs. George Bingham, at the Mansion House in this city. Mrs. Farr has been in very feeble health for some time and is still confined in her room.
Janice Sebring


George W. Wilkinson
Rome Sentinel-January 17, 1916
George E. Wilkinson died at the home of his son, William E. Wilkinson on the River road, a short distance east of this city, at 6:05 this morning.  He was in his 83rd year and was born in Lee.  When 19 years old he came to Rome and formed a co-partnership with the late Jeremiah Rowley in the milk business.  He continued in that until 17 years ago when he retired.  He was twice married.  His first wife, Miss Phoebe Rowley, died 34 years ago.  His second wife, Miss Elizabeth Nisbet, died about 10 years ago. He is survived by one son, W. E. Wilkinson, with whom he resided, and four grandchildren.
Mr. Wilkinson was strictly honest and upright in all his dealings and had many friends who held him in high esteem.
Kathy Last


WILLIS, William Bradford
Patriot Martyr--
     William Bradford WILLIS, of Camden, enlisted August 6th, 1862, in Co. B, 117th, N. Y. Vols., was taken prisoner August 26th, 1864, and died at Salisbury, N.C., December 1st, 1864, aged 22 years, 2 months and 28 days.  Thus has fellen another victim to the fiendish Moloch of Secession, and thus offered another sacrifice upon the alter of our bleeding country.  Young WILLIS was an only son, in whom were centered all the fondest affections and hopes of an already widowed mother and an only sister, to whom the news of his death carried additional poignancy from the fact that they were then entertaining strong hopes that he might be speedily returned to them by the latest exchange of prisoners.  The last news from him directly, was his note in the Utica Herald announcing his capture and incarceration in a Richmond prison, in good health.  He was a noble and estimable young man, and his untimely and brutal death at the hands of traitors and assassins has brought deep and indignant grief to the hearts of all who knew him.


Margaret Chase Willmot
Rome Sentinel-February 24, 1912
Camden - Mrs. Emerson Willmot of the town of Florence, died about 5 o'clock yesterday afternoon at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Albert Fenton, in this village.  Mrs. Willmot, who was 76 years old, had been ailing lately and on Monday she came here to receive medical teatment, and remained at the home of her daughter.  While here she was taken more seriously ill, death resulting.  On the 6th day of last October, Mr. & Mrs. Willmot celebrated their golden anniversary.  She is survived by her husband and by the following sons and daughters:  W. D. Graves of Florence (a child by her first marriage), Mrs. Henry Jewell, Florence, Junius Willmot, Topeka, Kansas, John Willmot, Milan, Michigan, Albert Willmot, Oriskany Falls, Mrs. Jay Handy and Mrs. Albert Fenton, Camden, and Frank Willmot, Utica.  She also leaves two brothers and a sister, Mrs. Mary Hyde of this village.  The funeral will be held next Tuesday at 1 pm from the residence of Mrs. Fenton.
Kathy Last


Albert Wilmot
Rome Sentinel-Otocber 5, 1930
Oriskany Falls, Oct. 5, - Albert Wilmot, 61, died suddenly Sunday afternoon in his home after an illness of a few hours.  He was born at Florence, July 26, 1869, and was educated in Camden Public Schools.  He married Miss Flora Ellis, Orisakny Falls, in 1901.  Mr. Wilmot had been engaged in farming, retiring several years ago.  He had resided in this section for nearly 30 years and was a member of Alliance Lodge, F. & AM, this village.  Besides his wife, he leaves two sisters, Mrs. Henrietaa Handy and Mrs Jennette Fenton, Camden, three brothers, John, Milan, Michigan, Junior, Topeka, Kansas, and Frank,
Utica, and several nieces and nephews.
News Clip:  Oct. 9 - Funeral services were conducted for Albert Willmot from his late residence at Oriskany Falls Wednesday afternoon.  The deceased, a native of Florence, was also a resident of this village and was a son of Mr. & Mrs. Emerson Willmot.  Alliance Lodge, F & AM, conducted Masonic rites and interment was made in Hillside Cemetery.  The bearers were Charles Ellis, Clarence Munz, Ray Fenton, Hollis Ellis, and Earl and Clarence Graves, Camden.  Among the relatives and fiends attending were Mr.  & Mrs. Earl Graves, Mr. & Mrs. Clarence Graves, Florence, Mr. & Mrs. Elbert Fenton, Mr. & Mrs. Ray Fenton, Mr. & Mrs. Jay Handy, Camden.
Kathy Last


WINSHIP, Dolly Marilla Calhoun    1790-1881.
Geneology of the Calhoun Family from August 24, 1741, Old Style, to January 1, 1885.  Published in
Chicago (~1885) by Barnard & Gunthorp.  Page 2.
Mrs. Dolly M. Winship died at Sauquoit, March 21, 1881.  Her maiden name was Calhoun.  She was born in Connecticut February 1, 1790. When she was nine or ten years of age her parents removed to New York State and settled about three-quarters of a mile north of Norwich Corners, Herkimer County, in what was then an almost unbroken wilderness.  Here she lived some years; and to the last of her life her remembrance of her girlhood home was most affectionate. When old enough she became a teacher, and for twenty-five years she taught district schools, summer and winter.  As a teacher she was very successful--her services always being in demand--and for six successive years she taught at Winfield. About the year 1832 she married Mr. Winship of New Hartford, and removed to that place, where she lived some thirty years. Not long after Mr. Winship’s death, which occurred in 1859, she came to Sauquoit, where she resided until her death.  When young she gave her heart to Christ and joined the Presbyterian Church, lived a consistent christian life, always attending church as long as she was able. For a long time Mrs. Winship’s naturally strong mind had been failing, until at length she became quite childish; but until the last there were occasionally flashes of her old wit.  For the past twelve years she has boarded with Mrs. Camp Griffin, whose faithful care, no doubt, prolonged her life some years.  Her last illness was brief--less than a week--and she died without a struggle at about ten o’clock Monday morning, March 21. “Thus has passed away one of the old landmarks.  She was the oldest person in Sauquoit, and perhaps in the town.  Mrs. Winship’s life almost covers the period of our National existence.  Her early life was spent among stirring scenes.  The stories told in her childhood were those of the revolution and of the dark and bloody ways of the Indians. “She was a young lady during the war of 1812, and she lived to take an intelligent interest in the war of the Rebellion.  But as her eyes have finally closed on earth, we trust they have opened on brighter visions ‘On High,’  where death shall no more enter.”
Roberta D. Calhoun


WOLF, Catherine Traxel
Daughter of Jacob and Dorothy (Ernst) Traxel wife of Henry Wolf
Rome Daily Sentinal, Rome, Oneida, NY - 30 Apr 1892
West Leyden - The funeral Services of Mrs. Henry Wolf will be held on Sunday at 12 o'clock at the house and at 1 o'clock
at the Reformed Church, West Leyden.
Rome Daily Sentinal, Rome, Oneida, NY - 2 May 1892
West Leyden - The funeral services of Mrs Henry Wolf were held yesterday. There were 60 relatives present.  The flowers were beautiful.  The aid society, of which Mrs. Wolf was a member furnished a bunch of callas.  The bearers were Messrs, M. Kilts, A. Katsmeyer, G. Pohl and V. Pohl, Rev. F. Schleder and Rev. A. J. Grant officiated


WOLFE, Frederick C.
from the Rome Sentinel
F. C. Wolfe, Area Native, Passes Away
AVA - Fred C. Wolfe, 91, former long time resident of the Ava-West Leyden area died Tuesday at his home, 13 Brooklyn St., Portville. He had been in Failing health for two years.
He was born Nov. 7, 1878, in West Leyden, the son of Jona dn Lena Beyel Wolfe.  Most of his life was spent in the vicinity of West Leyden. Mr. Wolfe was a graduate of the Albany Business College, and for several years taught in schools in the West Leyden area. He later taught in the Drake Business School in New York City. He returned to the homestead farm in the Town of Ava and operated it for many years. He and the former Myrtle M. Hurlbut were married on Nov 23, 1904, in Ava. Mr. Wolfe was a member of the Ava Methodist Church and of the West Branch Grange from which he received his 75 year pin and certificate in 1967. He was the insurance agent for the Grange when he resided in the Ava area. He was also a member of the Senior League of Olean. He and Mrs. Wolfe moved to Portville in 1957 when he retired and sold the farm.
Besides his wife, he leaves a daughter, [private]. Funeral services will be held at 2:30 Saturday at the Trainor Funeral Home,
Boonville, with the Rev. Albert C. Holhs, pastor of the Ava Methodist Church officiating. Burial will be in the West Leyden Cemetery. Calling hours at the funeral home are Thursday, 7 to 9 and on Friday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9.
Submitted by Lisa Slaski


WOLFE, Adella Temple
Daughter of George B. and Everancy (Jones) Temple wife of Henry Jacob Wolfe
Most likely from a Rome, Oneida, NY newspaper:
Mrs. Wolfe Dies at 91 in Hospital
Mrs. Adella Diana Wolfe, 91, Lake Delta, widow of Henry J. Wolfe, died in the Rome Hospital last night. She had been a patient there since March 13. Mrs. Wolfe was born in Bartlett on June 25, 1867, daughter of George B. and Everancy Jones Temple. She received her education in local schools and on March 18, 1890, she was married to Mr. Wolfe in Bartlett.
The couple resided there, operating a farm until Mr. Wolfe's death on Feb. 14, 1928. In 1942 Mrs. Wolfe moved to Herkimer where she resided with a daughter, Mrs. Ernestine W. Richard, and in 1949 took up her residence with another daughter, Miss Elta A. Wolfe, R.N., Lake Delta. Mrs. Wolfe was a member of the Bartlett Baptist Church, a charter member of the Copper City African Violet Club and an honorary member of the Auxiliary of the Lake Delta Volunteer Fire Dept. Surviving besides her two daughters are a son, Clarence F. Wolfe, who resides on the family homestead in Bartlett; five grandchildren and six great grandchildren, two nieces and a nephew. A sister, Miss Mabel Temple, died in 1947. Funeral services will be held at 1:30 Monday at the Waldo W. Prince Home for Funerals with the Rev. David N. Boswell, D.D., retired pastor of the First Baptist Church, officiating. Interment will be in Rome Cemetery. Friends may call at the home for funerals today and tomorrow at their convenience.
 Another article from another paper (possibly Herkimer?):
Adella Wolfe, Dies in Rome
Rome - Mrs. Adella D. Wolfe, 91, Lake Delta, died April 24, 1959, in Rome Hospital where she had been a patient since March 13. She was born June 25, in Bartlett, daughter of George and Everancy Jones Temple. She was educated in local schools. On March 18, 1890, in Bartlett she was married to Henry J. Wolfe. the couple resided there, operating a farm, until Mr. Wolfe's death on Feb 14, 1928. In 1942, Mrs. Wolfe moved to Herkimer, where she resided with a daughter,
Mrs. Ernestine W. Richard. In 1949, she made her residence with another daughter, Miss Elta A. Wolfe, R.N., Lake Delta.
Mrs. Wolfe was a member of the Bartlett Baptist Church, a charter member of the Copper City African Violet Club and an honorary member of the Auxiliary of the Lake Delta Volunteer Fire Dept. Besides her two daughters, she leaves a son, Clarence F. Wolfe, who resides on the family homestead in Bartlett; five grandchildren, two nieces and a nephew. The funeral will be at 1:30 tomorrow from the Waldo W. Prince "Home for Funerals", the Rev. David N. Boswell officiating. Burial will be in Rome Cemetery. Calling hours will be at the convenience of friends and relatives.
A last article:
Adella Wolfe
Funeral service for Adella Temple Wolfe, widow of Henry J. Wolfe of Bartlett, were held at the Waldo Wiggins Prince Home for Funerals yesterday at 1:30 with the Rev. David N. Baswell, D.D., retired Baptist minister of Rome, and the Rev. Leslie M. Anoney, pastor of the Bartlett Baptist Church, officiating. During the services the Rev. Dr. Boswell sang the two hymns, "Jesus, Lover of My Soul" and "Goodnight and Goodmorning."


WOLFE, Henry Jacob
Son of Henry Jacob and Catherine (Traxel) Wolf  husband of Adella Temple
Rome Daily Sentinal, p 13
BARTLETT
Henry J. Wolfe Passes Away at his Home in Bartlett
 Bartlett, Feb 14, - Henry J. Wolfe, aged 67, well known and highly respected resident of Bartlett, passed away at his home at 5:40 o'clock this morning.  He had resided here for the past 38 years.   On March 18, 1890, he was married to Adella Temple of Bartlett, who survives.  He also leaves two daughters, Mrs. William O. Richards of Herkimer and Miss Elta A. Wolfe, R.N. of Rome, and one son Clarence F. at Home.  There are four grandchildren.  He also leaves one sister, Mrs. Carrie Reugar of Chittenango, and one brother, William Wolfe of Booneville.  He was a member of the Bartlett Baptist Church.  He was a farmer by occupation and had many friends.


WOLFE, Henry J.
Obituary from local paper (Boonville Herald?)  Not dated.  Picture in the article.
HENRY J. WOLFE--A Worthy Citizen Enters into Rest--Served as Supervisor of Boonville--
The people of Boonville and vicinity were much grieved to learn of the death of Henry J. WOLFE, who passed away Monday evening.  He had been in quite poor health for several years and he had been confined to his home for several weeks.
Henry Jacob WOLFE was born in Ave, January 14, 1850, the son of George and Betsey Ann BELLINGER WOLFE.  He was a direct descendant of John Josr Herchheimer, the sturdy pioneer of the Mohawk Valley and also of Col. Peter Bellinger and his son, Lieut. Col. Frederick Bellinger, who were actively engaged in the War of the Revolution.  Mr. Wolfe married December 31, 1870, Amanda MOSHER, who died in Boonville September 10, 1910.  His early life was spent in Ava and Leyden, where he engaged in farming.  He came to Boonville about thirty years ago and engaged in carpenter work.  He was an excellent workman and was employed in the State Shop of the Black River Canal for several years.  He also was employed in the Colton hardware store.
Mr. Wolf represented the town of Boonville in the board of supervisors, being elected by the Republicans of this town.  He took a great interest in public affairs and always worked for the welfare of the community.  He has been a very industrious and active man and was highly esteemed.  He was an earnest Christian and prominently identified with the Presbyterian church of which he was a member.  He was also a member of the Sunday school and faithful in attendance upon all the services, both on Sunday and during the week.  He also served as trustee of the church.
Mr. Wolfe was a member of Boonville Lodge, No. 165, F.&A.M. He was a trustee and also a member of the board of governors of the Masonic club.  He is survived by a daughter, Mrs. J. Frank Pease and a grandson, Jay Henry Pease, who have the sincere sympathy of many friends in the bereavement which has come to them.
The funeral will be held at the house at 1:30 Thursday afternoon.  Rev. E. E. Eells will officiate.  The Boonville Masonic Lodge will also attend and take part in the services.
Sent by: Sarah O'Connel


WOLFE, Mrs. Winnie R.
Mrs. Winnie R. Wolfe, 94, of the Rochester Methodist Home, Rochester, a native of Ava, died at the home on monday, Feb. 2, 1981, after a brief illness.
Born on Sept. 12, 1886, she was the daughter of Charles and Amelia Gerwig Roser.  On Dec. 31, 1907, she was married to Frank E. Wolfe in Ava. He died Jan 31, 1961.
Mrs. Wolfe was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Rome.
Surviving are a daughter, [private]; two grandchildren, and several great-grandchildren.
Services will be held at 11 a.m. thursday at the Griffin and Aldridge Funeral Home, with burial in West Leyden Cemetery.
Calling hours are 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday.
Sent by: Lisa Slaski


WOLLABER, Addie Yerdon
Prospect Residents Mourn Her Death (Dec. 22, 1922)
The recent death of Mrs. Addie YERDON WOLLABER, which occurred at her home near Prospect, removed a woman deeply beloved among a wide circle of friends.  Mrs. WOLLABER was born in Boonville September 18, 1856, the daughter of John and Lavina YERDON.  She was united in marriage in 1877 to Jacob WOLLABER.  They removed to a large farm at North Steuben where they lived until their removal to Prospect three years ago.  Mrs. WOLLABER was long a devout member of the M. E. church at North Steuben.  She was a kindly, christian woman, a devoted wife and mother, and her passing is genuinely mourned.
Mrs. WOLLABER is survived by her husband, two sons, J. Raymond WOLLABER of Herkimer, and George J. WOLLABER of Steuben; two sisters, Mrs. Irving JACKSON and Mrs. Mary AVERY of Boonville, and a brother, James H. YERDON of North Steuben; also three grandchildren.
The recent death of Mrs. Addie YERDON WOLLABER, which occurred at her home near Prospect, removed a woman deeply beloved among a wide circle of friends.  Mrs. Wollaber was born in Boonville September 18, 1856, the daughter of John and Lavina YERDON.  She was united in marriage in 1877 to Jacob WOLLABER.  They removed to a large farm at North Steuben where they lived until their removal to Prospect three years ago.  Mrs. Wollaber was long a devout member of the M.E. Church at North Steuben.  She was a kindly, christian woman, a devoted wife and mother, and her passing is genuinely mourned.
Mrs. Wollaber is survived by her husband, two sons, J. Raymond Wollaber of Herkimer, and George J. Wollaber of Steuben; two sisters, Mrs. Irving Jackson and Mrs. Mary Avery of Boonville, and a brother, James H. Yerdon of North Steuben; also three grandchildren.  (This obit. also shows a picture of Addie)
Here are two obituaries clipped from newspapers for Mrs. Addie YERDON WOLLABER.  The first clipping, I believe is from the Utia Daily Press; the second may be from the Boonville Herald?  Both are dated December 22, 1922.
MRS. A. WOLLABER DIES AT HOME NEAR PROSPECT
Was Highly Esteemed and Refined Woman-Interment at Boonville Birthplace.
Prospect, Dec. 22-The death of Mrs. Addie YERDON WOLLABER occurred at her home one mile south of this village at 12 o'clock last night.
Mrs. WOLLABER was born at Boonville, September 18, 1856, the daughter of Lavina Yerdon.  She was united in marriage in 1877 to Jacob Wollaber, going to a large farm at North Steuben, where they resided until about three years ago, when they moved to their home here.  Mrs. Wollaber was a faithful member of the M.E. Church at North Steuben. She was a lady of culture and refinement and will be greatly missed by all who knew her. She leaves to mourn her olss, besides her jusband, two sons, J. Raymond Wollaber of Herkimer, and George J. Wollaber of Steuben; two sisters, Mrs. Irving Jackson and Mrs. Mary Avery of Boonville, and a brother, James H. Yerdon of North Steuben; also three grandchildren.  The funeral will be held at her late home Sunday at 12:30, Rev. B. L. Nichols officiating.  Interment at Boonville.
Sarah O'Connell

WOLLABER, Frank J.
North Western
Funeral Services Held for Frank J. WOLLABER
North Western, Dec. 27 (1937)- Funeral services for Frank J. WOLLABER, who died Thursday, were held Sunday afternoon at his late home on Buck Hill and at North Western M. E. Church with the pastor, the Rev. Frank E. Starbird, officiating.
Charles KAUFLEY sang "The Upper Garden" and "Just Inside the Golden Gate".  The bearers were Seymour OHMS, Glenn JONES, Albert BAKER, Frank YOUNGS, Dewey SESSION, and Michael GOTTHARDT.
Among the many floral tributes were those from the Western Town Board, friends and neighbors of North Western, friends and relatives.  Burial was made in Westernville Cemetery.
 Sarah O'Connell

WOLLABER, George H.
WOLLABER-George H. WOLLABER was born in Herkimer, NY, Feb. 14, 1824 and died in Steuben, NY Nov. 12, 1888.  Last September he was thrown from his wagon and received injuries which resulted in the paralysis of his body from his neck downward.  Though he was in this helpless condition, he was able to converse until within a short time of his death.  His wife died May 20, 1875.  They were the parents of four children:  Jacob WOLLABER, Mrs. J. H. YOURDEN, John WOLLABER, and Mrs. E. J. FULMER.  About thirty years he was an acceptable member of the Methodist Episcopal Church.  He was an able Bible-class teacher.  A weak society has lost a strong member and a safe counselor.  --S.M. CROFOOT. Sarah O'Connell

WOOD, Andrus A.
Thurs. July 17, 1913
Death of Andrus A. WOOD
The death of Andrus A. WOOD occurred at his home at Alder Creek Tuesday, July 8, after an illness of several months.  Mr. WOOD was born in Schuyler, April 4, 1845, but had lived in the town of Steuben most of his life.  Some years ago he moved near Alder Creek depot, but later moved back on his farm.  Failing health of both Mr. and Mrs. WOOD compelled them to leave the farm again and the moved back to Alder Creek in 1911.  Besides his wife, Mr. WOOD leaves two daughters, Mrs. Harry LESTER of Redwood and Mrs. Charles H. RITTER of Alder Creek; three grandchildren, Miss Helen LESTER and Misses Lila and Sarah RITTER; one sister Mrs. R. J. MONAHAN of Alder Creek.  The funeral was held Thursday afternoon and was conducted by Rev. L.E. ROSE of Forestport.  The bearers were neighbors of Mr. WOOD from Steuben, Owen S. WILLIAMS, David WILLIAMS, William E. WILLIAMS, Robert MEREDITH, William JONES (blacksmith) and David R. DAVIS.  Interment at Alder Creek.
Sarah O'Connell