Belle Mary Henry

F, b. 23 August 1852, d. 23 January 1909
Father*Jacob Henry b. 8 Sep 1826, d. 20 Nov 1886
Mother*Jane Day b. 14 Feb 1824, d. 21 Apr 1915
Name TypeDateDescription
Married NameHer married name was Schrump.
Name VariationBelle Mary Henry was also known as Mary.
Life EventDateDescription
MarriageBelle Mary Henry married William Schrump.
Birth23 August 1852Belle Mary Henry was born on 23 August 1852 at Ohio.
She was the daughter of Jacob Henry and Jane Day.
Death23 January 1909Belle Mary Henry died on 23 January 1909 at North Dakota at age 56.
Census DateLocationDescription
30 August 1860Franklin, Sauk, WisconsinBelle Mary Henry was listed in Jacob Henry's household on the 1860 Census at Franklin, Sauk, Wisconsin.1

Citations

  1. [S248] U.S. Federal Census 1860 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, Page 156. Dwelling 1178.

Harrison Day Henry

M, b. 2 September 1855, d. 24 January 1937
Father*Jacob Henry b. 8 Sep 1826, d. 20 Nov 1886
Mother*Jane Day b. 14 Feb 1824, d. 21 Apr 1915
Life EventDateDescription
Birth2 September 1855Harrison Day Henry was born on 2 September 1855 at Ohio.
He was the son of Jacob Henry and Jane Day.
Death24 January 1937Harrison Day Henry died on 24 January 1937 at North Dakota at age 81.
Census DateLocationDescription
30 August 1860Franklin, Sauk, WisconsinHarrison Day Henry was listed in Jacob Henry's household on the 1860 Census at Franklin, Sauk, Wisconsin.1

Citations

  1. [S248] U.S. Federal Census 1860 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, Page 156. Dwelling 1178.

Amos Day Henry

M, b. 8 February 1858, d. 24 August 1945
Father*Jacob Henry b. 8 Sep 1826, d. 20 Nov 1886
Mother*Jane Day b. 14 Feb 1824, d. 21 Apr 1915
Life EventDateDescription
Birth8 February 1858Amos Day Henry was born on 8 February 1858 at Wisconsin also reported as Ohio.
He was the son of Jacob Henry and Jane Day.
Death24 August 1945Amos Day Henry died on 24 August 1945 at North Dakota at age 87.
Census DateLocationDescription
30 August 1860Franklin, Sauk, WisconsinAmos Day Henry was listed in Jacob Henry's household on the 1860 Census at Franklin, Sauk, Wisconsin.1

Citations

  1. [S248] U.S. Federal Census 1860 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, Page 156. Dwelling 1178.

Barnabas Prouty

M, b. 16 March 1809, d. 2 February 1902
Father*Stephen Prouty b. c 1767, d. c 1861
Mother*Elizabeth Cooley b. c 1772, d. c 1865
Name TypeDateDescription
Name VariationBarnabas Prouty was also known as Barnabus.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth16 March 1809Barnabas Prouty was born on 16 March 1809 at New York.
He was the son of Stephen Prouty and Elizabeth Cooley.
Marriage21 February 1833Barnabas Prouty married Rebecca Trumbo on 21 February 1833 at Richland, Ohio.
Death2 February 1902Barnabas Prouty died on 2 February 1902 at Sauk, Wisconsin, at age 92.
Census DateLocationDescription
30 August 1860Franklin, Sauk, WisconsinBarnabas Prouty was listed as the head of a family on the 1860 Census at Franklin, Sauk, Wisconsin.1
11 June 1880Bear Creek, Sauk, WisconsinHe was listed as the head of a family on the 1880 Census at Bear Creek, Sauk, Wisconsin, living next door to Joshway Prouty.2
13 June 1900Bear Creek, Sauk, WisconsinHe was listed as father in Hiram Prouty's household on the 1900 Census at Bear Creek, Sauk, Wisconsin.3
DateLocationDescription
1901In 1901 was mentioned in profile of John Byron Prouty; John Byron PROUTY, a representative of one of the pioneer families of Sauk County, WI, is an influential citizen and successful farmer of Washington Township, where he makes his home on section 29. He was born in Washington Township, Sauk County, WI, 09 Feb 1856, and was a son of Rev. Andrew and Delilah (TRUAX) PROUTY. The grandparents of our subject bore the name of Barnabas and Rebecca (TRUMBO) PROUTY. The grandfather was a native of OH and was of New England ancestry, while the grandmother was of German descent. Barbabas PROUTY came to Sauk County in 1853, where he still lives at the age of 90. He enjoys good health and mental activity. Eight sons were born to that worthy couple: (1) Andrew, (2) John, a prominent citizen of O'Neill [Holt County], NE; (3) Barnabas. of Sauk County [WI]; (4) Joshua, of Sauk County; (5) Stephen, deceased; (6) Enoch, formerly a Baptist minister, and the inventor of the famous PROUTY power printing press, and other valuable inventions, now in business in Chicago [Cook County, IL]; (7) Jeremiah, of Sauk County; and (8) Hiram, also residing in Sauk County [WI]. The oldest son, Andrew PROUTY, was born in Morrill County, OH, and came to WI with his father, and has since resided in Washington Township [Sauk County]. He received a liberal education in OH, and taught school several years after locating in WI, and a few years afterward was ordained a minister of the Baptist church. For some years he filled regular pastorates, and spent about ten years in the active ministry, and still holds occasional services. He has been a member of the board of supervisors, and works for the interests of his community. The mother of our subject was born in OH. John Byron PROUTY attended the public schools of Sauk County, and at the age of 21 began earning his livelihood as a farm laborer. His present fine farm comprises 180 acres and is near the village of Sandusky, Washington Township, Sauk County [WI], and he has made his home on that place since 1886. He devotes his attention to livestock raising and dairying. The farm is the old LUNN homestead. Mr. PROUTY was married in 1886 to Sarah Ann LUNN, daughter of Joseph and Ann (TAYLOR) LUNN, prominent pioneers of Washington Township [Sauk County, WI]. They went there from Milwaukee in 1857, settling near the village of Sandusky. Mrs. PROUTY's father was one of the most successful farmers of Sauk County. He was born in Yorkshire, England, and died in 1882, aged 66 years. Mrs. PROUTY's mother was born near Manchester, England, and came to the [p 373] U. S. in 1839. She died in 1882, aged nearly 62 years. Mrs. PROUTY was one of a family of then children, among whom was James T. LUNN, who was county superintendent of schools in Sauk County for 11 years, and is now a prominent business man of Sioux Falls [Minnehaha County], SD. Mrs. PROUTY is a lady of culture and good education, and was engaged in teaching for several years. Three children have been born to Mr. and Mrs. PROUTY: (1) Florence Edna, (2) Ernest Andrew and (3) Everett Samuel. The sons are twins. Mr. PROUTY is active in all public movements, and is a Republican in political sentiment. He attends most of the county conventions, and in 1898 was a delegate to the state convention in the interest of LaFollette for governor. He is at present chairman of the township committee, and a member of the county committee. He has filled the office of township treasurer, and has gained the confidence of the people of his township and county, and is well known as a man of broad mind and energetic character.

Children of Barnabas Prouty and Rebecca Trumbo

Citations

  1. [S248] U.S. Federal Census 1860 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, Page 156. Dwelling 1185.
  2. [S246] U.S. Federal Census 1880 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED246. Dwelling 85.
  3. [S245] U.S. Federal Census 1900 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, Year: 1900; Census Place: Bear Creek, Sauk, Wisconsin; Roll: T623_1816; Page: 4A; Enumeration District: 129.

Rebecca Trumbo

F, b. 26 February 1812, d. 9 October 1887
Name TypeDateDescription
Married Name21 February 1833As of 21 February 1833,her married name was Prouty.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth26 February 1812Rebecca Trumbo was born on 26 February 1812 at Ohio.
Marriage21 February 1833She married Barnabas Prouty, son of Stephen Prouty and Elizabeth Cooley, on 21 February 1833 at Richland, Ohio.
Death9 October 1887Rebecca Trumbo died on 9 October 1887 at 75y 7m 13d at age 75.
Census DateLocationDescription
30 August 1860Franklin, Sauk, WisconsinRebecca Trumbo was listed in Barnabas Prouty's household on the 1860 Census at Franklin, Sauk, Wisconsin.1
11 June 1880Bear Creek, Sauk, WisconsinRebecca Trumbo was listed as wife in Barnabas Prouty's household on the 1880 Census at Bear Creek, Sauk, Wisconsin; living next door to Joshway Prouty.2
DateLocationDescription
1901In 1901 was mentioned in profile of John Byron Prouty; John Byron PROUTY, a representative of one of the pioneer families of Sauk County, WI, is an influential citizen and successful farmer of Washington Township, where he makes his home on section 29. He was born in Washington Township, Sauk County, WI, 09 Feb 1856, and was a son of Rev. Andrew and Delilah (TRUAX) PROUTY. The grandparents of our subject bore the name of Barnabas and Rebecca (TRUMBO) PROUTY. The grandfather was a native of OH and was of New England ancestry, while the grandmother was of German descent. Barbabas PROUTY came to Sauk County in 1853, where he still lives at the age of 90. He enjoys good health and mental activity. Eight sons were born to that worthy couple: (1) Andrew, (2) John, a prominent citizen of O'Neill [Holt County], NE; (3) Barnabas. of Sauk County [WI]; (4) Joshua, of Sauk County; (5) Stephen, deceased; (6) Enoch, formerly a Baptist minister, and the inventor of the famous PROUTY power printing press, and other valuable inventions, now in business in Chicago [Cook County, IL]; (7) Jeremiah, of Sauk County; and (8) Hiram, also residing in Sauk County [WI]. The oldest son, Andrew PROUTY, was born in Morrill County, OH, and came to WI with his father, and has since resided in Washington Township [Sauk County]. He received a liberal education in OH, and taught school several years after locating in WI, and a few years afterward was ordained a minister of the Baptist church. For some years he filled regular pastorates, and spent about ten years in the active ministry, and still holds occasional services. He has been a member of the board of supervisors, and works for the interests of his community. The mother of our subject was born in OH. John Byron PROUTY attended the public schools of Sauk County, and at the age of 21 began earning his livelihood as a farm laborer. His present fine farm comprises 180 acres and is near the village of Sandusky, Washington Township, Sauk County [WI], and he has made his home on that place since 1886. He devotes his attention to livestock raising and dairying. The farm is the old LUNN homestead. Mr. PROUTY was married in 1886 to Sarah Ann LUNN, daughter of Joseph and Ann (TAYLOR) LUNN, prominent pioneers of Washington Township [Sauk County, WI]. They went there from Milwaukee in 1857, settling near the village of Sandusky. Mrs. PROUTY's father was one of the most successful farmers of Sauk County. He was born in Yorkshire, England, and died in 1882, aged 66 years. Mrs. PROUTY's mother was born near Manchester, England, and came to the [p 373] U. S. in 1839. She died in 1882, aged nearly 62 years. Mrs. PROUTY was one of a family of then children, among whom was James T. LUNN, who was county superintendent of schools in Sauk County for 11 years, and is now a prominent business man of Sioux Falls [Minnehaha County], SD. Mrs. PROUTY is a lady of culture and good education, and was engaged in teaching for several years. Three children have been born to Mr. and Mrs. PROUTY: (1) Florence Edna, (2) Ernest Andrew and (3) Everett Samuel. The sons are twins. Mr. PROUTY is active in all public movements, and is a Republican in political sentiment. He attends most of the county conventions, and in 1898 was a delegate to the state convention in the interest of LaFollette for governor. He is at present chairman of the township committee, and a member of the county committee. He has filled the office of township treasurer, and has gained the confidence of the people of his township and county, and is well known as a man of broad mind and energetic character.

Children of Rebecca Trumbo and Barnabas Prouty

Citations

  1. [S248] U.S. Federal Census 1860 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, Page 156. Dwelling 1185.
  2. [S246] U.S. Federal Census 1880 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED246. Dwelling 85.

John T. Prouty

M, b. 21 July 1837, d. 28 December 1930
Father*Barnabas Prouty b. 16 Mar 1809, d. 2 Feb 1902
Mother*Rebecca Trumbo b. 26 Feb 1812, d. 9 Oct 1887
John T Prouty portrait - Compendium of history, reminiscence, and biography of Nebraska 1912
J T Prouty
Name TypeDateDescription
Name VariationJohn T. Prouty was also known as J. T.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth21 July 1837John T. Prouty was born on 21 July 1837 at Morrow, Ohio.
He was the son of Barnabas Prouty and Rebecca Trumbo.
Marriage3 March 1867John T. Prouty married Marietta Shultz on 3 March 1867 at Sauk, Wisconsin.
Death28 December 1930John T. Prouty died on 28 December 1930 at age 93.
Census DateLocationDescription
30 August 1860Franklin, Sauk, WisconsinJohn T. Prouty was listed in Barnabas Prouty's household on the 1860 Census at Franklin, Sauk, Wisconsin.1
1900Paddock, Holt, NebraskaJohn T. Prouty was listed as the head of a family on the 1900 Census at Paddock, Holt, Nebraska.2
DateLocationDescription
J.T. Prouty was the first settler of the City of O’Neill, and was, at the time of the filing on his homestead one of the first white settlers in the Upper Elkhorn Valley. He was the first merchant, the first notary public of the county and holds several other premier honors of the early day. His claim, was at the time of his locating on it, five miles west of William H. Inman’s, one of his old school chums, the next nearest neighbor. Mr. Prouty moved on his homestead quarter on July 14, 1873 and with his timber had a fine body of land in a beautiful valley.
J.T. Prouty was born in Morrow County Ohio on July 21, 1837, the son of Barnabas and Rebecca (Trumbo) Prouty. In 1854 the father moved with his family to Sauk County, Wisconsin, where J.T. began life for himself in 1859 farming a 90 acres tract of land, continuing to live with his parents until 1867. He learned the trade of cabinetmaker and wood turner, carrying this on in connection with farming. That trade helped him find employment on his trip west.
Mr. Prouty first settled in Holt County, then known as Elkhorn County in July 1873 reaching his claim on the 14th day of that month. He traveled from Wisconsin camping by the wayside for 43 ½ days. The first dwelling was partly lumber and partly canvas from the wagon cover. The town of O’Neill, to be, was first known as Rockford and Mr. Prouty was the first Postmaster.
When the colony of which General John O’Neill was to head, came to the country, Mr. & Mrs. Prouty fed them at barely the cost of provisions, and helped them to get established in the new country. About four years after the railroad come through in 1881, Mr. Prouty moved to the north border of Holt county and secured a fine tract of land near where the Post Office of Paddack was established, of which he was the postmaster after moving to this point. He lived and prospered at Paddock for 25 years, retired at Atkinson and moved to Spencer 6 years later.
1912In 1912 One of the most interesting personalities to be found within the borders of the state of Nebraska is the venerable John T. Prouty, a portrait of whom is presented on another page, now living, retired from active life, in the town of Spencer. He is the first settler of the city of O'Neill, and was, at the time of filing on his homestead claim there, one of the first white settlers in the upper Elkhorn valley. He was the first merchant of the place, the first notary public of the county, and holds several other premier honors of the early day. His claim was, at the time of his locating on it, five miles west of that of William H. Inman's, one of his old school chums, the next nearest neighbor to civilization. Mr. Prouty moved on to his homestead quarter July 14, 1873, and with his timber and pre-emption claims had a fine body of land in the beautiful valley. In strange contrast with actual developments, he amusingly relates that he and a neighbor agreed that a man might extract a living from the soil of the immediate valley of the Elkhorn, but that to attempt to do so from the broad tract of prairie to the north would be utter folly, because of the lack of rain and the yearly prairie fires. This entire region is now a thickly settled, highly productive part of at fertile commonwealth.
Mr. Prouty was born in Morrow county, Ohio, July 21, 1837, a son of Barnabas and Rebecca (Trumbo) Prouty. In 1854 the father moved with his family to Sauk county, Wisconsin, where the son began life for himself in 1859, farming a ninety acre tract of land, though continuing under the parental roof until 1867. This was heavily wooded land and had to be cleared of the timber before it could be brought under the plow. Thousands of feet of fine timber, that today would be worth a fortune, were felled, rolled into heaps, and burned as a cumbrance to the ground. Log houses with puncheon floors, open fireplaces, and stick chimneys were the rule, and a house with a brick or stone chimney was an unusual sight. Bunches of hickory, splits bound together, were used at night as torches to light the way from one house to another, though travel by night was an unusual occurrence.
Mr. Prouty learned the trade of cabinet maker and wood turner, carrying this on in connection with farming, and found employment at this vocation up to the time of his coming west. Craftsmanship is a trait of the family, a brother of Mr. Prouty's in Chicago being an inventor of many useful railroad and other appliances.
Mr. Prouty first settled in Holt county, then known as Elkhorn county, in July, 1873, reaching his claim on the fourteenth day of the month. They drove through from Wisconsin, camping by the wayside, and were forty-three and a half days on the road before reaching their journey's end. For a time they lived in the wagon, Mrs. Prouty sleeping in it while Mr. Prouty was under on the ground; and their first shack of a dwelling was covered partly with lumber and partly with the canvas wagon cover. The town of O'Neill, to be, was first known as Rockford, and Mr. Prouty was its first postmaster. He planted the first grove there, and the fine old trees in the end of town, where the round house stands, were planted by his own hands on his pre-emption claim. Norfolk, ninety miles distant, was their trading point, and it often required five or six days to make the round trip with even a light load. The scourge of grasshoppers swept the country in 1874, devouring their only crop - seventeen acres of corn - and the two years following wheat and oats were their principal bill of fare, only a scant supply of the crops being left for the settlers.
When the colony of which General John O'Neill was the head, came to the county, Mr. and Mrs. Prouty fed them at barely the cost of provisions, and helped them to get established in the new country. After the railroad came through in 1881, and four years later, Mr. Prouty removed to the north border of Holt county and secured a fine tract of land near where the postoffice of Paddock was established, of which he was postmaster after moving to this point. He lived, and prospered, at Paddock for twenty-five years, retired to Atkinson in 1902, and came to Spencer six years later. Here he keeps a successful apiary, for, being still a man of vigorous vitality, he finds something to keep his hands and mind busy that he may not rust out.
Mr. Prouty owns two fine ranches, three miles apart, of three hundred and forty-five acres and one hundred and forty-three acres respectively, in each of which are numerous fine springs of excellent water with an unlimited supply in the Niobrara river near by. When the first wagon train's made their way up the Elkhorn valley to the Black Hills, they made Mr. Prouty's house a stopping place, getting there the last meals at table in a civilized way.
The first lyceum was held in this part of the west at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Prouty, December 2, 1873; the first Sunday school on the fourteenth of the same month; and the first prayer meeting one week later. No sermon was preached here until April 20, 1875, when a minister of the Methodist denomination held services at the home of Elijah Thompson.
Mr. Prouty was first chairman of the republican county committee, being elected at the convention held in Norfork in May, 1875, and, as stated before, was the first postmaster of Rockford, his commission bearing date of June 18, 1874. His first commission as notary public was dated June 20, 1874, and this was renewed repeatedly until he had filled the office for twenty-four years. In the fall of 1876, during the Hayes and Wheeler campaign, a republican rally was held at Mr. Prouty's place. The ladies of the neighborhood bought the material for a flag, which was made at the Prouty home and raised for the first time on the day of the rally, and for many years after used at any celebration or special occasion in Holt county. On the organization of Holt county, Mr. Prouty served as first county clerk.
While living at Paddock, Indians were plentiful on the reservation across the Niobrara, and its many as seven thousand of them were seen in camp there at one time; they were eager traders and would swap even their clothes for a chicken or a piece of pork, of which they were very fond.
Mr. Prouty was married in Sauk county, Wisconsin, March 3, 1867, to Miss Marietta Shultz, who was born in Conneaut, Ohio. Her parents were Adam and Lucy (Quatermass) Shultz, the former born in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, and the latter in Essex county, New York.
The children born to Mr. and Mrs. Prouty are: Angela, wife of Eugene Sebring, of Quincy, Michigan; and Harry S., who has a ranch of seven hundred and twenty acres near the old home place in Holt county; and leases, in addition, the three hundred and forty acre ranch his father owns.
Mr. Prouty is a republican in politics and was for years "wheel horse" in the political team. Mrs. Prouty is a member of the Methodist Episcopal church. Few men can claim to be as temperate as Mr. Prouty, he having been a total abstainer all his life from liquor and tobacco in all forms. He is very careful of his language, never indulging in profanity or vulgarity.
John T Prouty profile - Compendium of history, reminiscence, and biography of Nebraska 1912

Children of John T. Prouty and Marietta Shultz

Citations

  1. [S248] U.S. Federal Census 1860 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, Page 156. Dwelling 1185.
  2. [S245] U.S. Federal Census 1900 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, Year: 1900; Census Place: Paddock, Holt, Nebraska; Roll: T623_930 Page: 4B; Enumeration District: 120.

Stephan Prouty

M, b. 1838, d. 3 May 1899
Father*Barnabas Prouty b. 16 Mar 1809, d. 2 Feb 1902
Mother*Rebecca Trumbo b. 26 Feb 1812, d. 9 Oct 1887
Name TypeDateDescription
Name VariationStephan Prouty was also known as Stephen.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth1838Stephan Prouty was born in 1838 at Ohio.
He was the son of Barnabas Prouty and Rebecca Trumbo.
Marriagebefore 1868Stephan Prouty married Sarah Gwin, daughter of Daniel Gwin and Mary Malina James, before 1868.
Death3 May 1899Stephan Prouty died on 3 May 1899.
Census DateLocationDescription
30 August 1860Franklin, Sauk, WisconsinStephan Prouty was listed in Barnabas Prouty's household on the 1860 Census at Franklin, Sauk, Wisconsin.1
1880Washington, Sauk, WisconsinStephan Prouty was listed as the head of a family on the 1880 Census at Washington, Sauk, Wisconsin, living next door to his brother Andrew L. Prouty.2

Children of Stephan Prouty and Sarah Gwin

Citations

  1. [S248] U.S. Federal Census 1860 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, Page 156. Dwelling 1185.
  2. [S246] U.S. Federal Census 1880 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, NA Film Number T9-1446 Page Number 262B.

Joshua Prouty

M, b. 1841, d. 10 August 1909
Father*Barnabas Prouty b. 16 Mar 1809, d. 2 Feb 1902
Mother*Rebecca Trumbo b. 26 Feb 1812, d. 9 Oct 1887
Name TypeDateDescription
Name VariationJoshua Prouty was also known as Joshway.
Life EventDateDescription
MarriageJoshua Prouty married Elizabeth Freeman.
Birth1841Joshua Prouty was born in 1841 at Ohio.
He was the son of Barnabas Prouty and Rebecca Trumbo.
Death10 August 1909Joshua Prouty died on 10 August 1909.
Census DateLocationDescription
30 August 1860Franklin, Sauk, WisconsinJoshua Prouty was listed in Barnabas Prouty's household on the 1860 Census at Franklin, Sauk, Wisconsin.1
12 July 1870Washington, Sauk, WisconsinJoshua Prouty was listed as the head of a family on the 1870 Census at Washington, Sauk, Wisconsin, living next door to his brother Andrew Prouty.2
11 June 1880Bear Creek, Sauk, WisconsinHe was listed as the head of a family on the 1880 Census at Bear Creek, Sauk, Wisconsin, living next door to Barnabus Prouty.3

Children of Joshua Prouty and Elizabeth Freeman

Citations

  1. [S248] U.S. Federal Census 1860 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, Page 156. Dwelling 1185.
  2. [S247] U.S. Federal Census 1870 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, Dwelling 79.
  3. [S246] U.S. Federal Census 1880 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED246. Dwelling 86.

Reverand Enoch Dye Prouty

M, b. 1 May 1844, d. 1 September 1935
Father*Barnabas Prouty b. 16 Mar 1809, d. 2 Feb 1902
Mother*Rebecca Trumbo b. 26 Feb 1812, d. 9 Oct 1887
Enoch Dye Prouty
Life EventDateDescription
Birth1 May 1844Reverand Enoch Dye Prouty was born on 1 May 1844 at Richland, Ohio.
He was the son of Barnabas Prouty and Rebecca Trumbo.
Marriage17 March 1865Reverand Enoch Dye Prouty married Charlotte W. Weller on 17 March 1865.
Divorcebefore December 1886Reverand Enoch Dye Prouty and Charlotte W. Weller were divorced before December 1886.
Marriage25 December 1886Reverand Enoch Dye Prouty married Olive Serene Tiffany on 25 December 1886 at Chicago, Cook, Illinois.
Death1 September 1935Reverand Enoch Dye Prouty died on 1 September 1935 at Oakland, Michigan, at age 91.
Census DateLocationDescription
30 August 1860Franklin, Sauk, WisconsinReverand Enoch Dye Prouty was listed in Barnabas Prouty's household on the 1860 Census at Franklin, Sauk, Wisconsin.1
1870Spring Green, Sauk, WisconsinReverand Enoch Dye Prouty was listed as the head of a family on the 1870 Census at Spring Green, Sauk, Wisconsin.2
1880Mazomanie, Dane, WisconsinHe was listed as the head of a family on the 1880 Census at Mazomanie, Dane, Wisconsin.3
1900Chicago Ward 34, Cook, IllinoisHe was listed as the head of a family on the 1900 Census at Chicago Ward 34, Cook, Illinois.4
1910Chicago Ward 7, Cook, IllinoisHe was listed as the head of a family on the 1910 Census at Chicago Ward 7, Cook, Illinois.5
1920Arcadia, De Soto, FloridaHe was listed as the head of a family on the 1920 Census at Arcadia, De Soto, Florida.6
1930Highland Park, Wayne, MichiganHe was listed as a father (actually father-in-law) in Joseph Holloway's household on the 1930 Census at Highland Park, Wayne, Michigan.7
DateLocationDescription
Formerly a Baptist minister, and the inventor of the famous PROUTY power printing press, and other valuable inventions, now in business in Chicago [Cook County, IL].
REV. E. PROUTY, Pastor of Baptist Church, Mazomanie; Mr. Prouty was born in Ohio in 1844; his parents, Barnabas and Rebecca Prouty, with their family of eight children, came to Wisconsin, and settled in what is now the town of Bear Lake, Sauk Co., in 1854; the parents still reside where they first settled, and six of their children live in the immediate vicinity of their parents; another is a resident of Nebraska. Mr. Prouty was ordained February 14, 1870; previous to his coming to Mazomanie, he was Pastor of the Baptist Church at Spring Green and at Boscobel; Mr. Prouty has a great fondness for mechanical pursuits, and before what he believed to have been his duty prompted him to enter the ministry, was engaged in his favorite work; he became an excellent machinist without serving an apprenticeship to the business; while Pastor of the church at Boscobel, he invented what is known as the "Prouty Power Printing Press," which has become celebrated as the cheapest and one of the best printing presses now manufactured. During two years of his residence at Boscobel, he published a paper called the Temperance Watchman, using one of his own presses. Mr. Prouty is a member of the State Board of Missionaries. He was married to Charlotte W. Weller, daughter of William Weller, an early settler of Richland Co., Wis; they have three children--Lodemie E., Minerva E. and Winnie P.
1900Reverand Enoch Dye Prouty was a manufacturer of gas engines in 1900.
1910He was a employer of inventions in 1910.
1920He was a farmer of general farm in 1920.
1930He was a salesman of supplies in 1930.

Children of Reverand Enoch Dye Prouty and Charlotte W. Weller

Citations

  1. [S248] U.S. Federal Census 1860 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, Page 156. Dwelling 1185.
  2. [S247] U.S. Federal Census 1870 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, Year: 1870; Census Place: Spring Green, Sauk, Wisconsin; Roll: M593_1739; Page: 243; Image: 490.
  3. [S246] U.S. Federal Census 1880 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, NA Film Number T9-1422 Page Number 200D.
  4. [S245] U.S. Federal Census 1900 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, Year: 1900; Census Place: Chicago Ward 34, Cook, Illinois; Roll: T623_289 Page: 4B; Enumeration District: 1081.
  5. [S244] U.S. Federal Census 1910 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED433. Dwelling 94.
  6. [S243] U.S. Federal Census 1920 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, Year: 1920;Census Place: Arcadia, De Soto, Florida; Roll: T625_217; Page: 10A; Enumeration District: 15; Image: 244.
  7. [S250] U.S. Federal Census 1930 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED989. Dwelling 8.

Jeremiah R. Prouty

M, b. 17 December 1849, d. 26 February 1927
Father*Barnabas Prouty b. 16 Mar 1809, d. 2 Feb 1902
Mother*Rebecca Trumbo b. 26 Feb 1812, d. 9 Oct 1887
Life EventDateDescription
MarriageJeremiah R. Prouty married Thirza A. Youngs.
Birth17 December 1849Jeremiah R. Prouty was born on 17 December 1849 at Morrow, Ohio.
He was the son of Barnabas Prouty and Rebecca Trumbo.
Death26 February 1927Jeremiah R. Prouty died on 26 February 1927 at Vernon, Wisconsin, at age 77.
Census DateLocationDescription
30 August 1860Franklin, Sauk, WisconsinJeremiah R. Prouty was listed in Barnabas Prouty's household on the 1860 Census at Franklin, Sauk, Wisconsin.1
11 June 1880Bear Creek, Sauk, WisconsinJeremiah R. Prouty was listed as a son in Barnabas Prouty's household on the 1880 Census at Bear Creek, Sauk, Wisconsin; living next door to Joshway Prouty.2

Children of Jeremiah R. Prouty and Thirza A. Youngs

Citations

  1. [S248] U.S. Federal Census 1860 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, Page 156. Dwelling 1185.
  2. [S246] U.S. Federal Census 1880 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED246. Dwelling 85.

Hiram Prouty

M, b. April 1854, d. 9 November 1941
Father*Barnabas Prouty b. 16 Mar 1809, d. 2 Feb 1902
Mother*Rebecca Trumbo b. 26 Feb 1812, d. 9 Oct 1887
Life EventDateDescription
BirthApril 1854Hiram Prouty was born in April 1854 at Ohio.
He was the son of Barnabas Prouty and Rebecca Trumbo.
Marriage23 October 1882Hiram Prouty married Martha Jane Emery on 23 October 1882.
Death9 November 1941Hiram Prouty died on 9 November 1941 at age 87 Hiram Prouty obituary.
The Capital Times (Madison, Wisconsin) 12 Nov 1941 - Hiram Prouty obituary
Census DateLocationDescription
30 August 1860Franklin, Sauk, WisconsinHiram Prouty was listed in Barnabas Prouty's household on the 1860 Census at Franklin, Sauk, Wisconsin.1
11 June 1880Bear Creek, Sauk, WisconsinHiram Prouty was listed as a son in Barnabas Prouty's household on the 1880 Census at Bear Creek, Sauk, Wisconsin; living next door to Joshway Prouty.2
13 June 1900Bear Creek, Sauk, WisconsinHiram Prouty was listed as the head of a family on the 1900 Census at Bear Creek, Sauk, Wisconsin.3

Children of Hiram Prouty and Martha Jane Emery

Citations

  1. [S248] U.S. Federal Census 1860 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, Page 156. Dwelling 1185.
  2. [S246] U.S. Federal Census 1880 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED246. Dwelling 85.
  3. [S245] U.S. Federal Census 1900 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, Year: 1900; Census Place: Bear Creek, Sauk, Wisconsin; Roll: T623_1816; Page: 4A; Enumeration District: 129.

Stephen Prouty

M, b. circa 1767, d. circa 1861
Life EventDateDescription
Birthcirca 1767Stephen Prouty was born circa 1767 at Connecticut.
Marriage1791He married Elizabeth Cooley in 1791.
Deathcirca 1861Stephen Prouty died circa 1861.
Census DateLocationDescription
8 August 1850North Bloomfield, Morrow, OhioStephen Prouty was listed in Amaretta (?)'s household on the 1850 Census at North Bloomfield, Morrow, Ohio.1
20 June 1860Jefferson, Noble, IndianaStephen Prouty was listed as the head of a family on the 1860 Census at Jefferson, Noble, Indiana, living 2 doors away from his son Roderick Prouty.2

Children of Stephen Prouty and Elizabeth Cooley

Citations

  1. [S249] U.S. Federal Census 1850 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, Dwelling 880.
  2. [S248] U.S. Federal Census 1860 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, Dwelling 656.

Elizabeth Cooley

F, b. circa 1772, d. circa 1865
Name TypeDateDescription
Married Name1791As of 1791,her married name was Prouty.
Life EventDateDescription
Birthcirca 1772Elizabeth Cooley was born circa 1772 at New York.
Marriage1791She married Stephen Prouty in 1791.
Deathcirca 1865Elizabeth Cooley died circa 1865.
Census DateLocationDescription
8 August 1850North Bloomfield, Morrow, OhioElizabeth Cooley was listed in Amaretta (?)'s household on the 1850 Census at North Bloomfield, Morrow, Ohio.1
20 June 1860Jefferson, Noble, IndianaElizabeth Cooley was listed in Stephen Prouty's household on the 1860 Census at Jefferson, Noble, Indiana; living 2 doors away from his son Roderick Prouty.2

Children of Elizabeth Cooley and Stephen Prouty

Citations

  1. [S249] U.S. Federal Census 1850 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, Dwelling 880.
  2. [S248] U.S. Federal Census 1860 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, Dwelling 656.

Reverand Andrew Leal Prouty

M, b. 9 February 1834, d. 16 February 1910
Father*Barnabas Prouty b. 16 Mar 1809, d. 2 Feb 1902
Mother*Rebecca Trumbo b. 26 Feb 1812, d. 9 Oct 1887
Life EventDateDescription
Birth9 February 1834Reverand Andrew Leal Prouty was born on 9 February 1834 at Morrow, Ohio.
He was the son of Barnabas Prouty and Rebecca Trumbo.
Marriage13 May 1854Reverand Andrew Leal Prouty married Delilah Truax on 13 May 1854 at Morrow, Ohio.
Death16 February 1910Reverand Andrew Leal Prouty died on 16 February 1910 at Sauk, Wisconsin, at age 76.
Census DateLocationDescription
4 September 1860Washington, Sauk, WisconsinReverand Andrew Leal Prouty was listed as the head of a family on the 1860 Census at Washington, Sauk, Wisconsin.1
12 July 1870Washington, Sauk, WisconsinHe was listed as the head of a family on the 1870 Census at Washington, Sauk, Wisconsin, living next door to his brother Joshua Prouty.2
1880Washington, Sauk, WisconsinHe was listed as the head of a family on the 1880 Census at Washington, Sauk, Wisconsin, living next door to his brother Stephen Prouty.3
DateLocationDescription
1901In 1901 was mentioned in profile of John Byron Prouty; John Byron PROUTY, a representative of one of the pioneer families of Sauk County, WI, is an influential citizen and successful farmer of Washington Township, where he makes his home on section 29. He was born in Washington Township, Sauk County, WI, 09 Feb 1856, and was a son of Rev. Andrew and Delilah (TRUAX) PROUTY. The grandparents of our subject bore the name of Barnabas and Rebecca (TRUMBO) PROUTY. The grandfather was a native of OH and was of New England ancestry, while the grandmother was of German descent. Barbabas PROUTY came to Sauk County in 1853, where he still lives at the age of 90. He enjoys good health and mental activity. Eight sons were born to that worthy couple: (1) Andrew, (2) John, a prominent citizen of O'Neill [Holt County], NE; (3) Barnabas. of Sauk County [WI]; (4) Joshua, of Sauk County; (5) Stephen, deceased; (6) Enoch, formerly a Baptist minister, and the inventor of the famous PROUTY power printing press, and other valuable inventions, now in business in Chicago [Cook County, IL]; (7) Jeremiah, of Sauk County; and (8) Hiram, also residing in Sauk County [WI]. The oldest son, Andrew PROUTY, was born in Morrill County, OH, and came to WI with his father, and has since resided in Washington Township [Sauk County]. He received a liberal education in OH, and taught school several years after locating in WI, and a few years afterward was ordained a minister of the Baptist church. For some years he filled regular pastorates, and spent about ten years in the active ministry, and still holds occasional services. He has been a member of the board of supervisors, and works for the interests of his community. The mother of our subject was born in OH. John Byron PROUTY attended the public schools of Sauk County, and at the age of 21 began earning his livelihood as a farm laborer. His present fine farm comprises 180 acres and is near the village of Sandusky, Washington Township, Sauk County [WI], and he has made his home on that place since 1886. He devotes his attention to livestock raising and dairying. The farm is the old LUNN homestead. Mr. PROUTY was married in 1886 to Sarah Ann LUNN, daughter of Joseph and Ann (TAYLOR) LUNN, prominent pioneers of Washington Township [Sauk County, WI]. They went there from Milwaukee in 1857, settling near the village of Sandusky. Mrs. PROUTY's father was one of the most successful farmers of Sauk County. He was born in Yorkshire, England, and died in 1882, aged 66 years. Mrs. PROUTY's mother was born near Manchester, England, and came to the [p 373] U. S. in 1839. She died in 1882, aged nearly 62 years. Mrs. PROUTY was one of a family of then children, among whom was James T. LUNN, who was county superintendent of schools in Sauk County for 11 years, and is now a prominent business man of Sioux Falls [Minnehaha County], SD. Mrs. PROUTY is a lady of culture and good education, and was engaged in teaching for several years. Three children have been born to Mr. and Mrs. PROUTY: (1) Florence Edna, (2) Ernest Andrew and (3) Everett Samuel. The sons are twins. Mr. PROUTY is active in all public movements, and is a Republican in political sentiment. He attends most of the county conventions, and in 1898 was a delegate to the state convention in the interest of LaFollette for governor. He is at present chairman of the township committee, and a member of the county committee. He has filled the office of township treasurer, and has gained the confidence of the people of his township and county, and is well known as a man of broad mind and energetic character.

Children of Reverand Andrew Leal Prouty and Delilah Truax

Citations

  1. [S248] U.S. Federal Census 1860 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, Dwelling 1271.
  2. [S247] U.S. Federal Census 1870 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, Dwelling 78.
  3. [S246] U.S. Federal Census 1880 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, NA Film Number T9-1446 Page Number 262B.

Delilah Truax

F, b. 28 October 1828, d. 20 January 1900
Name TypeDateDescription
Married Name13 May 1854As of 13 May 1854,her married name was Prouty.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth28 October 1828Delilah Truax was born on 28 October 1828 at Ohio.
Marriage13 May 1854She married Reverand Andrew Leal Prouty, son of Barnabas Prouty and Rebecca Trumbo, on 13 May 1854 at Morrow, Ohio.
Death20 January 1900Delilah Truax died on 20 January 1900 at age 71.
Census DateLocationDescription
4 September 1860Washington, Sauk, WisconsinDelilah Truax was listed in Reverand Andrew Leal Prouty's household on the 1860 Census at Washington, Sauk, Wisconsin.1
12 July 1870Washington, Sauk, WisconsinDelilah Truax was listed in Reverand Andrew Leal Prouty's household on the 1870 Census at Washington, Sauk, Wisconsin; living next door to his brother Joshua Prouty.2
1880Washington, Sauk, WisconsinDelilah Truax was listed as wife in Reverand Andrew Leal Prouty's household on the 1880 Census at Washington, Sauk, Wisconsin; living next door to his brother Stephen Prouty.3
DateLocationDescription
1901In 1901 was mentioned in profile of John Byron Prouty; John Byron PROUTY, a representative of one of the pioneer families of Sauk County, WI, is an influential citizen and successful farmer of Washington Township, where he makes his home on section 29. He was born in Washington Township, Sauk County, WI, 09 Feb 1856, and was a son of Rev. Andrew and Delilah (TRUAX) PROUTY. The grandparents of our subject bore the name of Barnabas and Rebecca (TRUMBO) PROUTY. The grandfather was a native of OH and was of New England ancestry, while the grandmother was of German descent. Barbabas PROUTY came to Sauk County in 1853, where he still lives at the age of 90. He enjoys good health and mental activity. Eight sons were born to that worthy couple: (1) Andrew, (2) John, a prominent citizen of O'Neill [Holt County], NE; (3) Barnabas. of Sauk County [WI]; (4) Joshua, of Sauk County; (5) Stephen, deceased; (6) Enoch, formerly a Baptist minister, and the inventor of the famous PROUTY power printing press, and other valuable inventions, now in business in Chicago [Cook County, IL]; (7) Jeremiah, of Sauk County; and (8) Hiram, also residing in Sauk County [WI]. The oldest son, Andrew PROUTY, was born in Morrill County, OH, and came to WI with his father, and has since resided in Washington Township [Sauk County]. He received a liberal education in OH, and taught school several years after locating in WI, and a few years afterward was ordained a minister of the Baptist church. For some years he filled regular pastorates, and spent about ten years in the active ministry, and still holds occasional services. He has been a member of the board of supervisors, and works for the interests of his community. The mother of our subject was born in OH. John Byron PROUTY attended the public schools of Sauk County, and at the age of 21 began earning his livelihood as a farm laborer. His present fine farm comprises 180 acres and is near the village of Sandusky, Washington Township, Sauk County [WI], and he has made his home on that place since 1886. He devotes his attention to livestock raising and dairying. The farm is the old LUNN homestead. Mr. PROUTY was married in 1886 to Sarah Ann LUNN, daughter of Joseph and Ann (TAYLOR) LUNN, prominent pioneers of Washington Township [Sauk County, WI]. They went there from Milwaukee in 1857, settling near the village of Sandusky. Mrs. PROUTY's father was one of the most successful farmers of Sauk County. He was born in Yorkshire, England, and died in 1882, aged 66 years. Mrs. PROUTY's mother was born near Manchester, England, and came to the [p 373] U. S. in 1839. She died in 1882, aged nearly 62 years. Mrs. PROUTY was one of a family of then children, among whom was James T. LUNN, who was county superintendent of schools in Sauk County for 11 years, and is now a prominent business man of Sioux Falls [Minnehaha County], SD. Mrs. PROUTY is a lady of culture and good education, and was engaged in teaching for several years. Three children have been born to Mr. and Mrs. PROUTY: (1) Florence Edna, (2) Ernest Andrew and (3) Everett Samuel. The sons are twins. Mr. PROUTY is active in all public movements, and is a Republican in political sentiment. He attends most of the county conventions, and in 1898 was a delegate to the state convention in the interest of LaFollette for governor. He is at present chairman of the township committee, and a member of the county committee. He has filled the office of township treasurer, and has gained the confidence of the people of his township and county, and is well known as a man of broad mind and energetic character.

Children of Delilah Truax and Reverand Andrew Leal Prouty

Citations

  1. [S248] U.S. Federal Census 1860 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, Dwelling 1271.
  2. [S247] U.S. Federal Census 1870 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, Dwelling 78.
  3. [S246] U.S. Federal Census 1880 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, NA Film Number T9-1446 Page Number 262B.

Elizabeth Freeman

F, b. 17 April 1846, d. 27 February 1903
Name TypeDateDescription
Married NameHer married name was Prouty.
Life EventDateDescription
MarriageElizabeth Freeman married Joshua Prouty, son of Barnabas Prouty and Rebecca Trumbo.
Birth17 April 1846Elizabeth Freeman was born on 17 April 1846 at England.
Death27 February 1903She died on 27 February 1903 at age 56.
Census DateLocationDescription
12 July 1870Washington, Sauk, WisconsinElizabeth Freeman was listed in Joshua Prouty's household on the 1870 Census at Washington, Sauk, Wisconsin; living next door to his brother Andrew Prouty.1
11 June 1880Bear Creek, Sauk, WisconsinElizabeth Freeman was listed as wife in Joshua Prouty's household on the 1880 Census at Bear Creek, Sauk, Wisconsin; living next door to Barnabus Prouty.2

Children of Elizabeth Freeman and Joshua Prouty

Citations

  1. [S247] U.S. Federal Census 1870 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, Dwelling 79.
  2. [S246] U.S. Federal Census 1880 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED246. Dwelling 86.

William Oscar Prouty

M, b. July 1868, d. 15 November 1942
Father*Joshua Prouty b. 1841, d. 10 Aug 1909
Mother*Elizabeth Freeman b. 17 Apr 1846, d. 27 Feb 1903
Name TypeDateDescription
Name VariationWilliam Oscar Prouty was also known as Oscar William.
Life EventDateDescription
BirthJuly 1868William Oscar Prouty was born in July 1868 at Wisconsin.
He was the son of Joshua Prouty and Elizabeth Freeman.
Marriage18 January 1897William Oscar Prouty married Christina Weitzel, daughter of Peter Weitzel and Mary Ann Zeckman, on 18 January 1897 at Sauk, Wisconsin.
Death15 November 1942William Oscar Prouty died on 15 November 1942 at age 74.
Census DateLocationDescription
12 July 1870Washington, Sauk, WisconsinWilliam Oscar Prouty was listed in Joshua Prouty's household on the 1870 Census at Washington, Sauk, Wisconsin; living next door to his brother Andrew Prouty.1
11 June 1880Bear Creek, Sauk, WisconsinWilliam Oscar Prouty was listed as a son in Joshua Prouty's household on the 1880 Census at Bear Creek, Sauk, Wisconsin; living next door to Barnabus Prouty.2
19 June 1900Bear Creek, Sauk, WisconsinWilliam Oscar Prouty was listed as the head of a family on the 1900 Census at Bear Creek, Sauk, Wisconsin, living next door to Uriah Prouty.3

Child of William Oscar Prouty and Christina Weitzel

Citations

  1. [S247] U.S. Federal Census 1870 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, Dwelling 79.
  2. [S246] U.S. Federal Census 1880 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED246. Dwelling 86.
  3. [S245] U.S. Federal Census 1900 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, Year: 1900; Census Place: Bear Creek, Sauk, Wisconsin; Roll: T623_1816; Page: 6A; Enumeration District: 129.

Elmer E. Prouty

M, b. 1873, d. 1941
Father*Joshua Prouty b. 1841, d. 10 Aug 1909
Mother*Elizabeth Freeman b. 17 Apr 1846, d. 27 Feb 1903
Life EventDateDescription
Birth1873Elmer E. Prouty was born in 1873 at Wisconsin.
He was the son of Joshua Prouty and Elizabeth Freeman.
Death1941Elmer E. Prouty died in 1941.
Census DateLocationDescription
11 June 1880Bear Creek, Sauk, WisconsinElmer E. Prouty was listed as a son in Joshua Prouty's household on the 1880 Census at Bear Creek, Sauk, Wisconsin; living next door to Barnabus Prouty.1

Citations

  1. [S246] U.S. Federal Census 1880 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED246. Dwelling 86.

Elsie L. Prouty

F, b. June 1879
Father*Joshua Prouty b. 1841, d. 10 Aug 1909
Mother*Elizabeth Freeman b. 17 Apr 1846, d. 27 Feb 1903
Life EventDateDescription
BirthJune 1879Elsie L. Prouty was born in June 1879 at Wisconsin.
She was the daughter of Joshua Prouty and Elizabeth Freeman.
Census DateLocationDescription
11 June 1880Bear Creek, Sauk, WisconsinElsie L. Prouty was listed as a daughter in Joshua Prouty's household on the 1880 Census at Bear Creek, Sauk, Wisconsin; living next door to Barnabus Prouty.1

Citations

  1. [S246] U.S. Federal Census 1880 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED246. Dwelling 86.

John Byron Prouty

M, b. 9 February 1856, d. 1 September 1934
Father*Reverand Andrew Leal Prouty b. 9 Feb 1834, d. 16 Feb 1910
Mother*Delilah Truax b. 28 Oct 1828, d. 20 Jan 1900
Life EventDateDescription
Birth9 February 1856John Byron Prouty was born on 9 February 1856 at Washington, Sauk, Wisconsin.
He was the son of Reverand Andrew Leal Prouty and Delilah Truax.
Marriage1886John Byron Prouty married Sarah Ann Lunn, daughter of Joseph Lunn and Ann Taylor, in 1886.
Death1 September 1934John Byron Prouty died on 1 September 1934 at age 78.
Census DateLocationDescription
4 September 1860Washington, Sauk, WisconsinJohn Byron Prouty was listed in Reverand Andrew Leal Prouty's household on the 1860 Census at Washington, Sauk, Wisconsin.1
12 July 1870Washington, Sauk, WisconsinJohn Byron Prouty was listed in Reverand Andrew Leal Prouty's household on the 1870 Census at Washington, Sauk, Wisconsin; living next door to his brother Joshua Prouty.2
1880Washington, Sauk, WisconsinJohn Byron Prouty was listed as a son in Reverand Andrew Leal Prouty's household on the 1880 Census at Washington, Sauk, Wisconsin; living next door to his brother Stephen Prouty.3
DateLocationDescription
1901In 1901 John Byron PROUTY, a representative of one of the pioneer families of Sauk County, WI, is an influential citizen and successful farmer of Washington Township, where he makes his home on section 29. He was born in Washington Township, Sauk County, WI, 09 Feb 1856, and was a son of Rev. Andrew and Delilah (TRUAX) PROUTY. The grandparents of our subject bore the name of Barnabas and Rebecca (TRUMBO) PROUTY. The grandfather was a native of OH and was of New England ancestry, while the grandmother was of German descent. Barbabas PROUTY came to Sauk County in 1853, where he still lives at the age of 90. He enjoys good health and mental activity. Eight sons were born to that worthy couple: (1) Andrew, (2) John, a prominent citizen of O'Neill [Holt County], NE; (3) Barnabas. of Sauk County [WI]; (4) Joshua, of Sauk County; (5) Stephen, deceased; (6) Enoch, formerly a Baptist minister, and the inventor of the famous PROUTY power printing press, and other valuable inventions, now in business in Chicago [Cook County, IL]; (7) Jeremiah, of Sauk County; and (8) Hiram, also residing in Sauk County [WI]. The oldest son, Andrew PROUTY, was born in Morrill County, OH, and came to WI with his father, and has since resided in Washington Township [Sauk County]. He received a liberal education in OH, and taught school several years after locating in WI, and a few years afterward was ordained a minister of the Baptist church. For some years he filled regular pastorates, and spent about ten years in the active ministry, and still holds occasional services. He has been a member of the board of supervisors, and works for the interests of his community. The mother of our subject was born in OH. John Byron PROUTY attended the public schools of Sauk County, and at the age of 21 began earning his livelihood as a farm laborer. His present fine farm comprises 180 acres and is near the village of Sandusky, Washington Township, Sauk County [WI], and he has made his home on that place since 1886. He devotes his attention to livestock raising and dairying. The farm is the old LUNN homestead. Mr. PROUTY was married in 1886 to Sarah Ann LUNN, daughter of Joseph and Ann (TAYLOR) LUNN, prominent pioneers of Washington Township [Sauk County, WI]. They went there from Milwaukee in 1857, settling near the village of Sandusky. Mrs. PROUTY's father was one of the most successful farmers of Sauk County. He was born in Yorkshire, England, and died in 1882, aged 66 years. Mrs. PROUTY's mother was born near Manchester, England, and came to the [p 373] U. S. in 1839. She died in 1882, aged nearly 62 years. Mrs. PROUTY was one of a family of then children, among whom was James T. LUNN, who was county superintendent of schools in Sauk County for 11 years, and is now a prominent business man of Sioux Falls [Minnehaha County], SD. Mrs. PROUTY is a lady of culture and good education, and was engaged in teaching for several years. Three children have been born to Mr. and Mrs. PROUTY: (1) Florence Edna, (2) Ernest Andrew and (3) Everett Samuel. The sons are twins. Mr. PROUTY is active in all public movements, and is a Republican in political sentiment. He attends most of the county conventions, and in 1898 was a delegate to the state convention in the interest of LaFollette for governor. He is at present chairman of the township committee, and a member of the county committee. He has filled the office of township treasurer, and has gained the confidence of the people of his township and county, and is well known as a man of broad mind and energetic character.
John Byron Prouty profile in Compendium of biography of Columbia, Sauk and Adams counties, Wisconsin 1901

Children of John Byron Prouty and Sarah Ann Lunn

Citations

  1. [S248] U.S. Federal Census 1860 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, Dwelling 1271.
  2. [S247] U.S. Federal Census 1870 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, Dwelling 78.
  3. [S246] U.S. Federal Census 1880 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, NA Film Number T9-1446 Page Number 262B.

Sarah Ann Lunn

F, b. 1859, d. 15 January 1936
Father*Joseph Lunn b. 1816, d. 1882
Mother*Ann Taylor b. c 1820, d. 1882
Name TypeDateDescription
Married Name1886As of 1886,her married name was Prouty.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth1859Sarah Ann Lunn was born in 1859.
She was the daughter of Joseph Lunn and Ann Taylor.
Marriage1886Sarah Ann Lunn married John Byron Prouty, son of Reverand Andrew Leal Prouty and Delilah Truax, in 1886.
Death15 January 1936Sarah Ann Lunn died on 15 January 1936.
DateLocationDescription
1901In 1901 was mentioned in profile of John Byron Prouty; John Byron PROUTY, a representative of one of the pioneer families of Sauk County, WI, is an influential citizen and successful farmer of Washington Township, where he makes his home on section 29. He was born in Washington Township, Sauk County, WI, 09 Feb 1856, and was a son of Rev. Andrew and Delilah (TRUAX) PROUTY. The grandparents of our subject bore the name of Barnabas and Rebecca (TRUMBO) PROUTY. The grandfather was a native of OH and was of New England ancestry, while the grandmother was of German descent. Barbabas PROUTY came to Sauk County in 1853, where he still lives at the age of 90. He enjoys good health and mental activity. Eight sons were born to that worthy couple: (1) Andrew, (2) John, a prominent citizen of O'Neill [Holt County], NE; (3) Barnabas. of Sauk County [WI]; (4) Joshua, of Sauk County; (5) Stephen, deceased; (6) Enoch, formerly a Baptist minister, and the inventor of the famous PROUTY power printing press, and other valuable inventions, now in business in Chicago [Cook County, IL]; (7) Jeremiah, of Sauk County; and (8) Hiram, also residing in Sauk County [WI]. The oldest son, Andrew PROUTY, was born in Morrill County, OH, and came to WI with his father, and has since resided in Washington Township [Sauk County]. He received a liberal education in OH, and taught school several years after locating in WI, and a few years afterward was ordained a minister of the Baptist church. For some years he filled regular pastorates, and spent about ten years in the active ministry, and still holds occasional services. He has been a member of the board of supervisors, and works for the interests of his community. The mother of our subject was born in OH. John Byron PROUTY attended the public schools of Sauk County, and at the age of 21 began earning his livelihood as a farm laborer. His present fine farm comprises 180 acres and is near the village of Sandusky, Washington Township, Sauk County [WI], and he has made his home on that place since 1886. He devotes his attention to livestock raising and dairying. The farm is the old LUNN homestead. Mr. PROUTY was married in 1886 to Sarah Ann LUNN, daughter of Joseph and Ann (TAYLOR) LUNN, prominent pioneers of Washington Township [Sauk County, WI]. They went there from Milwaukee in 1857, settling near the village of Sandusky. Mrs. PROUTY's father was one of the most successful farmers of Sauk County. He was born in Yorkshire, England, and died in 1882, aged 66 years. Mrs. PROUTY's mother was born near Manchester, England, and came to the [p 373] U. S. in 1839. She died in 1882, aged nearly 62 years. Mrs. PROUTY was one of a family of then children, among whom was James T. LUNN, who was county superintendent of schools in Sauk County for 11 years, and is now a prominent business man of Sioux Falls [Minnehaha County], SD. Mrs. PROUTY is a lady of culture and good education, and was engaged in teaching for several years. Three children have been born to Mr. and Mrs. PROUTY: (1) Florence Edna, (2) Ernest Andrew and (3) Everett Samuel. The sons are twins. Mr. PROUTY is active in all public movements, and is a Republican in political sentiment. He attends most of the county conventions, and in 1898 was a delegate to the state convention in the interest of LaFollette for governor. He is at present chairman of the township committee, and a member of the county committee. He has filled the office of township treasurer, and has gained the confidence of the people of his township and county, and is well known as a man of broad mind and energetic character.

Children of Sarah Ann Lunn and John Byron Prouty

Joseph Lunn

M, b. 1816, d. 1882
Life EventDateDescription
MarriageJoseph Lunn married Ann Taylor.
Birth1816Joseph Lunn was born in 1816 at Yorkshire, England.
Death1882He died in 1882.
DateLocationDescription
1880In 1880 profile in History of Sauk County, Wisconsin of Joseph Lunn.
History of Sauk County, Wisconsin 1880 - Joseph Lunn - Page 765

Children of Joseph Lunn and Ann Taylor

Ann Taylor

F, b. circa 1820, d. 1882
Name TypeDateDescription
Married NameHer married name was Lunn.
Life EventDateDescription
MarriageAnn Taylor married Joseph Lunn.
Birthcirca 1820Ann Taylor was born circa 1820 at near Manchester, England.
Death1882She died in 1882.
DateLocationDescription
1880In 1880 profile in History of Sauk County, Wisconsin of Joseph Lunn.

Children of Ann Taylor and Joseph Lunn

James T. Lunn

M, b. 22 May 1842, d. 10 December 1904
Father*Joseph Lunn b. 1816, d. 1882
Mother*Ann Taylor b. c 1820, d. 1882
James T Lunn - of Sauk county, Wisconsin
Name TypeDateDescription
Name VariationJames T. Lunn was also known as J. T.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth22 May 1842James T. Lunn was born on 22 May 1842.
He was the son of Joseph Lunn and Ann Taylor.
Marriage1872James T. Lunn married Mary Jane Blakeslee, daughter of Joseph Gaylord Blakesley and Ruby Bliss, in 1872.
Death10 December 1904James T. Lunn died on 10 December 1904 at age 62.
DateLocationDescription
1880In 1880 profile in History of Sauk County, Wisconsin of Joseph Lunn.
History of Sauk County, Wisconsin 1880 - Joseph Lunn - Page 765

Children of James T. Lunn and Mary Jane Blakeslee

Florence Edna Prouty

F
Father*John Byron Prouty b. 9 Feb 1856, d. 1 Sep 1934
Mother*Sarah Ann Lunn b. 1859, d. 15 Jan 1936
Life EventDateDescription
Florence Edna Prouty was the daughter of John Byron Prouty and Sarah Ann Lunn.

Ernest Andrew Prouty

M, b. 1893, d. 25 September 1964
Father*John Byron Prouty b. 9 Feb 1856, d. 1 Sep 1934
Mother*Sarah Ann Lunn b. 1859, d. 15 Jan 1936
Life EventDateDescription
MarriageErnest Andrew Prouty married Frances W. Dickson.
Birth1893Ernest Andrew Prouty was born in 1893 twin with Everett Samuel.
He was the son of John Byron Prouty and Sarah Ann Lunn.
Death25 September 1964Ernest Andrew Prouty died on 25 September 1964.

Everett Samuel Prouty

M, b. 1893
Father*John Byron Prouty b. 9 Feb 1856, d. 1 Sep 1934
Mother*Sarah Ann Lunn b. 1859, d. 15 Jan 1936
Life EventDateDescription
Birth1893Everett Samuel Prouty was born in 1893 twin with Ernest Andrew.
He was the son of John Byron Prouty and Sarah Ann Lunn.

Frances W. Dickson

F, b. 1890, d. 3 January 1980
Name TypeDateDescription
Married NameHer married name was Prouty.
Life EventDateDescription
MarriageFrances W. Dickson married Ernest Andrew Prouty, son of John Byron Prouty and Sarah Ann Lunn.
Birth1890Frances W. Dickson was born in 1890.
Death3 January 1980She died on 3 January 1980.

Martha Jane Emery

F, b. October 1857, d. 28 October 1941
Name TypeDateDescription
Married Name23 October 1882As of 23 October 1882,her married name was Prouty.
Life EventDateDescription
BirthOctober 1857Martha Jane Emery was born in October 1857 at Wisconsin.
Marriage23 October 1882She married Hiram Prouty, son of Barnabas Prouty and Rebecca Trumbo, on 23 October 1882.
Death28 October 1941Martha Jane Emery died on 28 October 1941.
Census DateLocationDescription
13 June 1900Bear Creek, Sauk, WisconsinMartha Jane Emery was listed as wife in Hiram Prouty's household on the 1900 Census at Bear Creek, Sauk, Wisconsin.1
DateLocationDescription
1900Martha Jane Emery had 5 with 5 living in 1900 children.

Children of Martha Jane Emery and Hiram Prouty

Citations

  1. [S245] U.S. Federal Census 1900 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, Year: 1900; Census Place: Bear Creek, Sauk, Wisconsin; Roll: T623_1816; Page: 4A; Enumeration District: 129.

Lavird Prouty

M, b. May 1893, d. 6 July 1978
Father*Hiram Prouty b. Apr 1854, d. 9 Nov 1941
Mother*Martha Jane Emery b. Oct 1857, d. 28 Oct 1941
Name TypeDateDescription
Name VariationLavird Prouty was also known as LaVird.
Life EventDateDescription
MarriageLavird Prouty married Beulah Salisbury.
BirthMay 1893Lavird Prouty was born in May 1893 at Wisconsin.
He was the son of Hiram Prouty and Martha Jane Emery.
Death6 July 1978Lavird Prouty died on 6 July 1978 at age 85.
Census DateLocationDescription
13 June 1900Bear Creek, Sauk, WisconsinLavird Prouty was listed as a son in Hiram Prouty's household on the 1900 Census at Bear Creek, Sauk, Wisconsin.1

Children of Lavird Prouty and Beulah Salisbury

Citations

  1. [S245] U.S. Federal Census 1900 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, Year: 1900; Census Place: Bear Creek, Sauk, Wisconsin; Roll: T623_1816; Page: 4A; Enumeration District: 129.

Mary L. Constantine

F, b. 1876, d. 6 August 1960
Father*Peter Constantine b. Jun 1842, d. 1917
Mother*Elvira Kennedy b. Oct 1851, d. 27 Jun 1921
Mrs Uriah T Prouty (Mary Constantine) 1947
Name TypeDateDescription
Married Name15 June 1897As of 15 June 1897,her married name was Prouty.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth1876Mary L. Constantine was born in 1876 at Wisconsin.
She was the daughter of Peter Constantine and Elvira Kennedy.
Marriage15 June 1897Mary L. Constantine married Uriah T. Prouty, son of Barnabas Prouty and Margaret E. Frye, on 15 June 1897 also reported as 15 Jan 1896.
Death6 August 1960Mary L. Constantine died on 6 August 1960 at Plain, Sauk, Wisconsin, Mrs Uriah T Prouty obituary.
The Capital Times (Madison, Wisconsin) 08 Aug 1960 - Mrs Uriah T Prouty obituary
Census DateLocationDescription
June 1880Washington, Sauk, WisconsinMary L. Constantine was listed as a daughter in Peter Constantine's household on the 1880 Census at Washington, Sauk, Wisconsin.1
19 June 1900Bear Creek, Sauk, WisconsinMary L. Constantine was listed as wife in Uriah T. Prouty's household on the 1900 Census at Bear Creek, Sauk, Wisconsin; living next door to William O. Prouty.2
DateLocationDescription
1900Mary L. Constantine had 1 with 1 living in 1900 children.
June 1947In June 1947 Uriah T and Mary (Constantine) Prouty 50th wedding anniversary celebration.
The Capital Times (Madison, Wisconsin) 19 Jun 1947 - Uriah T and Mary (Constantine) Prouty 50th wedding anniversary celebration

Children of Mary L. Constantine and Uriah T. Prouty

Citations

  1. [S246] U.S. Federal Census 1880 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, NA Film Number T9-1446 Page Number 265C.
  2. [S245] U.S. Federal Census 1900 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, Year: 1900; Census Place: Bear Creek, Sauk, Wisconsin; Roll: T623_1816; Page: 6A; Enumeration District: 129.

Joseph Thomas Fargen

M, b. 13 March 1876, d. 8 June 1953
Father*John Fargen b. c 1830, d. 25 Apr 1900
Mother*Bridget (?) b. 1842, d. 1 Oct 1922
Name TypeDateDescription
Name VariationJoseph Thomas Fargen was also known as J. T.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth13 March 1876Joseph Thomas Fargen was born on 13 March 1876 at Wisconsin also reported as Mar 1878.
He was the son of John Fargen and Bridget (?)
Marriagecirca 1908Joseph Thomas Fargen married Margaret W. Dwyer, daughter of Thomas Dwyer and Bridget (?), circa 1908.
Death8 June 1953Joseph Thomas Fargen died on 8 June 1953 at age 77.
Burialafter 8 June 1953He was buried after 8 June 1953 at St. Patrick's Catholic Cemetery; New Loreto, Bear Creek, Sauk, Wisconsin.
Joseph T and Margaret W Fargen tombstone
Census DateLocationDescription
10 June 1880Bear Creek, Sauk, WisconsinJoseph Thomas Fargen was listed as a son in John Fargen's household on the 1880 Census at Bear Creek, Sauk, Wisconsin.1
19 June 1900Bear Creek, Sauk, WisconsinJoseph Thomas Fargen was listed as a son in Bridget (?)'s household on the 1900 Census at Bear Creek, Sauk, Wisconsin; living next door to Martin Fargen.2
28 April 1910Bear Creek, Sauk, WisconsinJoseph Thomas Fargen was listed as the head of a family on the 1910 Census at Bear Creek, Sauk, Wisconsin.3
1920Bear Creek, Sauk, WisconsinHe was listed as the head of a family on the 1920 Census at Bear Creek, Sauk, Wisconsin.4
25 April 1930Washington, Sauk, WisconsinHe was listed as the head of a family on the 1930 Census at Washington, Sauk, Wisconsin.5
DateLocationDescription
10 September 1918World War I Draft Registration, Sauk, WisconsinOn 10 September 1918 at World War I Draft Registration, Sauk, Wisconsin.
Fargen, Joseph Thomas - World War I Draft Registration Card

Children of Joseph Thomas Fargen and Margaret W. Dwyer

Citations

  1. [S246] U.S. Federal Census 1880 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED246. Dwelling 80.
  2. [S245] U.S. Federal Census 1900 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED129. Dwelling 104.
  3. [S244] U.S. Federal Census 1910 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED110. Dwelling 71.
  4. [S243] U.S. Federal Census 1920 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED160. Dwelling 15.
  5. [S250] U.S. Federal Census 1930 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED38. Sheet 7A.

Margaret W. Dwyer

F, b. 1878, d. 18 February 1963
Father*Thomas Dwyer b. 1839, d. 1914
Mother*Bridget (?) b. 1839, d. 8 Aug 1899
Name TypeDateDescription
Name VariationMargaret W. Dwyer was also known as Dwyers.
Name VariationMargaret W. Dwyer was also known as Maggie.
Married Namecirca 1908As of circa 1908,her married name was Fargen.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth1878Margaret W. Dwyer was born in 1878 at Wisconsin.
She was the daughter of Thomas Dwyer and Bridget (?)
Marriagecirca 1908Margaret W. Dwyer married Joseph Thomas Fargen, son of John Fargen and Bridget (?), circa 1908.
Death18 February 1963Margaret W. Dwyer died on 18 February 1963.
Burialafter 18 February 1963She was buried after 18 February 1963 at St. Patrick's Catholic Cemetery; New Loreto, Bear Creek, Sauk, Wisconsin.
Joseph T and Margaret W Fargen tombstone
Census DateLocationDescription
28 April 1910Bear Creek, Sauk, WisconsinMargaret W. Dwyer was listed as wife in Joseph Thomas Fargen's household on the 1910 Census at Bear Creek, Sauk, Wisconsin.1
1920Bear Creek, Sauk, WisconsinMargaret W. Dwyer was listed as wife in Joseph Thomas Fargen's household on the 1920 Census at Bear Creek, Sauk, Wisconsin.2
25 April 1930Washington, Sauk, WisconsinMargaret W. Dwyer was listed as wife in Joseph Thomas Fargen's household on the 1930 Census at Washington, Sauk, Wisconsin.3

Children of Margaret W. Dwyer and Joseph Thomas Fargen

Citations

  1. [S244] U.S. Federal Census 1910 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED110. Dwelling 71.
  2. [S243] U.S. Federal Census 1920 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED160. Dwelling 15.
  3. [S250] U.S. Federal Census 1930 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED38. Sheet 7A.

Rita L. Fargen

F, b. 11 June 1920, d. 17 March 2018
Father*Joseph Thomas Fargen b. 13 Mar 1876, d. 8 Jun 1953
Mother*Margaret W. Dwyer b. 1878, d. 18 Feb 1963
Name TypeDateDescription
Married Name31 January 1942As of 31 January 1942,her married name was Prouty.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth11 June 1920Rita L. Fargen was born on 11 June 1920 at Sauk, Wisconsin.
She was the daughter of Joseph Thomas Fargen and Margaret W. Dwyer.
Marriage31 January 1942Rita L. Fargen married Merton R. Prouty, son of Robert F. Prouty and Julia E. Carpenter, on 31 January 1942.
Death17 March 2018Rita L. Fargen died on 17 March 2018 at Illinois at age 97 Rita L. (Fargen) Prouty, 97, of Danville, a proud Irish Catholic, passed away on St. Patrick’s Day, March 17, 2018.

A funeral service celebrating Rita’s life will be at 11AM, Monday March 26, 2018 at St. Paul’s Catholic Church, 1303 N. Walnut, Danville with Father Bowan Schmitt officiating. A rosary will be at 10:30am Monday prior to the service at St. Paul’s. Internment will be alongside her husband at Knollwood Chapel Mausoleum in Manitowoc, WI.

Rita was born at her family farm in Loretta, WI on June 11, 1920, the daughter of Joseph and Margaret (Dwyer) Fargen. Rita was married to Merton R. Prouty of Spring Green, WI on January 31, 1942, and shared over 38 years together.

Her husband Mert served in the Army during WWII; consequently, Rita began her married life traveling to new areas of the country. Prior to that, a rare 60 mile trip into Madison was the extent of her travels. After the war, Rita and Mert returned to Wisconsin, living in Spring Green and Chilton. They moved to Mountain Home, AK in 1975. After the death of her husband, Rita moved to Danville. She worked at Woodbury’s with her Daughter Linda for 20 years. She was a dedicated volunteer for CRIS and USMC for many years. Even into her 90’s, Rita could be seen walking to volunteer at the hospital and CRIS from her home. She was a faithful member of Saint Paul’s Catholic Church for 31 years. A devout Catholic often leading parishioners in the Rosary, and dispensing Holy Communion at the hospital. More than anything on this earth, Rita loved her family; they were her life.

Rita is survived by her four children: Rita Jean (Jan) Jackson, Linda (Michael) Federman, Timm (Jane) Prouty, and Danny (Jennifer) Prouty; grandchildren: Dan (Debbie) Jackson, Robert (Michelle) Jackson, Mattew (Amanda) Jackson, Todd (Heather) Federman, Mark Federman, Lacey Prouty, Tyler (Kelsey) Prouty, and Mathias Prouty; Great-Grandchildren: Nate, Brayden, Zeke, and Zander Jackson, Kelli (Luis), Brian and Gina Federman, Alexa, Kortni, Brenson and Finn Prouty; Great-Great Grandchildren: Lylith Lorenzo; numerous Nieces and nephews, brother-in-laws Richard (Marlene) and Robert (Joyce) Prouty, and sister-in-law Mary Margaret Fargen.

Rita is preceded in death by her parents, son-in-law: Jan Jackson; Granddaughter Lisa Jackson; Grandson Nicholas Prouty; sisters: Vera (Tom) Biser, Agnus (Francis) Dedrich, Margaret Fargen, Alice (Francis) Manion, Eileen (Charles) Ellefson, and Jean (George) Duren; brothers: Joseph (Eulalia) Fargen, LaVerne (Bud) Farge; sister-in-law Ruth Engar, Alice (Charles) Norton, and Florence (Dale) Collin.

Pallbearers will be Todd and Mark Federman, Mathias Prouty, Tyler Prouty, Mattew and Robert Jackson.
DateLocationDescription
November 1943In November 1943 article about Merton R Prouty military service and wife Rita (Fargen) Prouty.
The Capital Times (Madison, Wisconsin) 29 Nov 1943 - Nicholas E and Florence (Prouty) Ciraulo married 18 Sep 1943, Merton R Prouty military service

Child of Rita L. Fargen and Merton R. Prouty

Merton R. Prouty

M, b. 12 December 1921, d. January 1980
Father*Robert F. Prouty b. Jul 1891, d. 1961
Mother*Julia E. Carpenter b. 1897, d. 1973
Merton R Prouty 1943
TypeDateDescription
SOCIALSECUMerton R. Prouty obtained US Social Security Card at California; last residence Mountain Home, Baxter, Arkansas.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth12 December 1921Merton R. Prouty was born on 12 December 1921 at Wisconsin.
He was the son of Robert F. Prouty and Julia E. Carpenter.
Marriage31 January 1942Merton R. Prouty married Rita L. Fargen, daughter of Joseph Thomas Fargen and Margaret W. Dwyer, on 31 January 1942.
DeathJanuary 1980Merton R. Prouty died in January 1980 at age 58.
Census DateLocationDescription
1930Spring Green, Sauk, WisconsinMerton R. Prouty was listed as a son in Robert F. Prouty's household on the 1930 Census at Spring Green, Sauk, Wisconsin.1
DateLocationDescription
10 December 1942U.S. World War II Army Enlistment, Sauk, WisconsinOn 10 December 1942 at U.S. World War II Army Enlistment, Sauk, Wisconsin, Name: Merton R Prouty Birth Year: 1921 Race: White, citizen (White) Nativity State or Country: Wisconsin State: Wisconsin County or City: Sauk Enlistment Date: 10 Dec 1942 Enlistment State: Wisconsin Enlistment City: Milwaukee Branch: Branch Immaterial - Warrant Officers, USA Branch Code: Branch Immaterial - Warrant Officers, USA Grade: Private Term of Enlistment: Enlistment for the duration of the War or other emergency, plus six months, subject to the discretion of the President or otherwise according to law Component: Selectees (Enlisted Men) Source: Civil Life Education: 1 year of college Civil Occupation: Automobile Serviceman Marital Status: Married Height: 68 Weight: 128.
November 1943In November 1943 article about Merton R Prouty military service and wife Rita (Fargen) Prouty.
The Capital Times (Madison, Wisconsin) 29 Nov 1943 - Nicholas E and Florence (Prouty) Ciraulo married 18 Sep 1943, Merton R Prouty military service

Child of Merton R. Prouty and Rita L. Fargen

Citations

  1. [S250] U.S. Federal Census 1930 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com.

Jean J. Fargen

F, b. 13 October 1923, d. 25 March 2006
Father*Joseph Thomas Fargen b. 13 Mar 1876, d. 8 Jun 1953
Mother*Margaret W. Dwyer b. 1878, d. 18 Feb 1963
Jean Fargen - Reedsburg High School, Reedsburg, Sauk, WI 1941
Name TypeDateDescription
Married Name11 January 1945As of 11 January 1945,her married name was Duren.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth13 October 1923Jean J. Fargen was born on 13 October 1923 at Loreto, Sauk, Wisconsin.
She was the daughter of Joseph Thomas Fargen and Margaret W. Dwyer.
Marriage11 January 1945Jean J. Fargen married George Pounder Duren, son of Frank Mathias Duren and Henrietta Mary Mohelnitzky, on 11 January 1945.
Death25 March 2006Jean J. Fargen died on 25 March 2006 at age 82 Jean J. Duren, age 82, of Cazenovia, died on Saturday, March 25, 2006, at St. Marys Hospital in Madison. She was born on Oct. 13, 1923, in Loreto, Wis., the daughter of Joseph and Margaret (Dwyer) Fargen. She was married to George P. Duren on Jan. 11, 1945, at St. Patrick's Catholic Church, Loreto. This marriage was blessed with four children. Jean was a member of St. Anthony's Catholic Church and its Altar Society. She enjoyed life to the fullest with her husband, singing with him in the band for more than 40 years. She was a devoted mother who also enjoyed time with her grandchildren. She loved to socialize with her friends, was an avid bowler and Caz Reds Fan. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, George, on March 18, 2002; brothers, Joseph and Lavern "Bud" Fargen; and sisters, Vera Biser, Eileen Ellefson and Alice Manion. She is survived by her children, Lisa Giacomini of San Diego, Dennis (Roberta) Duren of Reedsburg, Timothy (Linda) Duren of LaValle and Lori (Mark) Zobel of Reedsburg; eight grandchildren, Justin Giacomini, Blake (Nadia) and Cole Duren, Nathan and Lacy Duren, Hannah, Zachary and Jonathan Zobel; her sisters, Rita Prouty of Danville, Ill. and Agnes Dederich of Spring Green; nieces; nephews; along with other relatives and friends. A Mass Of Christian Burial will be conducted on Wednesday, March 29, 2006, at 11 a.m. in ST. ANTHONY'S CATHOLIC CHURCH in Germantown, with Father Andre Panek officiating. Burial will follow in St. Anthony's Catholic Cemetery. Friends may call on Tuesday from 4 p.m. until 8 p.m. at the CAZENOVIA CHAPEL, where a parish rosary will be prayed at 8 p.m. The Farber Funeral Home is assisting the family with the arrangements.
DateLocationDescription
1941Reedsburg High School, Reedsburg, Sauk, WisconsinJean J. Fargen graduated in 1941 at Reedsburg High School, Reedsburg, Sauk, Wisconsin.

Child of Jean J. Fargen and George Pounder Duren

George Pounder Duren

M, b. 20 December 1912, d. 18 March 2002
Father*Frank Mathias Duren b. 16 Dec 1886, d. 25 Jun 1952
Mother*Henrietta Mary Mohelnitzky b. 22 May 1888, d. Jan 1983
TypeDateDescription
SOCIALSECUGeorge Pounder Duren obtained US Social Security Card at Wisconsin; last residence Cazenovia, Richland, Wisconsin.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth20 December 1912George Pounder Duren was born on 20 December 1912 also reported as 21 Dec 1912.
He was the son of Frank Mathias Duren and Henrietta Mary Mohelnitzky.
Marriage11 January 1945George Pounder Duren married Jean J. Fargen, daughter of Joseph Thomas Fargen and Margaret W. Dwyer, on 11 January 1945.
Death18 March 2002George Pounder Duren died on 18 March 2002 at age 89.

Child of George Pounder Duren and Jean J. Fargen

Joseph I. Fargen

M, b. 11 October 1909, d. February 1982
Father*Joseph Thomas Fargen b. 13 Mar 1876, d. 8 Jun 1953
Mother*Margaret W. Dwyer b. 1878, d. 18 Feb 1963
TypeDateDescription
SOCIALSECUJoseph I. Fargen obtained US Social Security Card at Wisconsin; last residence Spring Green, Sauk, Wisconsin.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth11 October 1909Joseph I. Fargen was born on 11 October 1909 at Wisconsin.
He was the son of Joseph Thomas Fargen and Margaret W. Dwyer.
Marriage24 June 1941Joseph I. Fargen married Eulalia W. Dwyer, daughter of William J. Dwyer and Bessie McCarville, on 24 June 1941.
DeathFebruary 1982Joseph I. Fargen died in February 1982 at age 72.
Census DateLocationDescription
28 April 1910Bear Creek, Sauk, WisconsinJoseph I. Fargen was listed as a son in Joseph Thomas Fargen's household on the 1910 Census at Bear Creek, Sauk, Wisconsin.1
1920Bear Creek, Sauk, WisconsinJoseph I. Fargen was listed as a son in Joseph Thomas Fargen's household on the 1920 Census at Bear Creek, Sauk, Wisconsin.2

Children of Joseph I. Fargen and Eulalia W. Dwyer

Citations

  1. [S244] U.S. Federal Census 1910 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED110. Dwelling 71.
  2. [S243] U.S. Federal Census 1920 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED160. Dwelling 15.

Lavern M. Fargen

M, b. 12 May 1915, d. 11 June 1994
Father*Joseph Thomas Fargen b. 13 Mar 1876, d. 8 Jun 1953
Mother*Margaret W. Dwyer b. 1878, d. 18 Feb 1963
Name TypeDateDescription
Name VariationLavern M. Fargen was also known as Bud.
TypeDateDescription
SOCIALSECULavern M. Fargen obtained US Social Security Card at Wisconsin; last residence Spring Green, Sauk, Wisconsin.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth12 May 1915Lavern M. Fargen was born on 12 May 1915 at Wisconsin twin with Eileen.
He was the son of Joseph Thomas Fargen and Margaret W. Dwyer.
Marriage28 June 1949Lavern M. Fargen married Mary Margaret Ruhland, daughter of Walter Ruhland and Agnes Parr, on 28 June 1949.
Death11 June 1994Lavern M. Fargen died on 11 June 1994 at age 79.
Census DateLocationDescription
1920Bear Creek, Sauk, WisconsinLavern M. Fargen was listed as a son in Joseph Thomas Fargen's household on the 1920 Census at Bear Creek, Sauk, Wisconsin.1

Citations

  1. [S243] U.S. Federal Census 1920 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED160. Dwelling 15.

Vera B. Fargen

F, b. 21 November 1908, d. 8 January 1993
Father*Joseph Thomas Fargen b. 13 Mar 1876, d. 8 Jun 1953
Mother*Margaret W. Dwyer b. 1878, d. 18 Feb 1963
Name TypeDateDescription
Name VariationVera B. Fargen was also known as Genevieve.
Married NameJune 1935As of June 1935,her married name was Biser.
TypeDateDescription
SOCIALSECUVera B. Fargen obtained US Social Security Card at Wisconsin; last residence Middleton Branch, Dane, Wisconsin.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth21 November 1908Vera B. Fargen was born on 21 November 1908 at Wisconsin.
She was the daughter of Joseph Thomas Fargen and Margaret W. Dwyer.
MarriageJune 1935Vera B. Fargen married Tom Biser, son of (?) Biser and Anna (?), in June 1935.
Death8 January 1993Vera B. Fargen died on 8 January 1993 at age 84.
Census DateLocationDescription
28 April 1910Bear Creek, Sauk, WisconsinVera B. Fargen was listed as a daughter in Joseph Thomas Fargen's household on the 1910 Census at Bear Creek, Sauk, Wisconsin.1
1920Bear Creek, Sauk, WisconsinVera B. Fargen was listed as a daughter in Joseph Thomas Fargen's household on the 1920 Census at Bear Creek, Sauk, Wisconsin.2
DateLocationDescription
June 196025th wedding anniversaryIn June 1960 at 25th wedding anniversary.

Child of Vera B. Fargen and Tom Biser

Citations

  1. [S244] U.S. Federal Census 1910 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED110. Dwelling 71.
  2. [S243] U.S. Federal Census 1920 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED160. Dwelling 15.

Tom Biser

M, b. 1 December 1903, d. 19 August 1960
Father*(?) Biser d. b 1960
Mother*Anna (?) d. a 1960
TypeDateDescription
SOCIALSECUTom Biser obtained US Social Security Card at Wisconsin; last residence not specified.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth1 December 1903Tom Biser was born on 1 December 1903 at Bear Valley, Sauk, Wisconsin.
He was the son of (?) Biser and Anna (?)
MarriageJune 1935Tom Biser married Vera B. Fargen, daughter of Joseph Thomas Fargen and Margaret W. Dwyer, in June 1935.
Death19 August 1960Tom Biser died on 19 August 1960 at age 56.
Tom Biser obituary 20 Aug 1960 Wisconsin State Journal (Madison, WI)
DateLocationDescription
June 196025th wedding anniversaryIn June 1960 at 25th wedding anniversary.

Child of Tom Biser and Vera B. Fargen

Eileen Katherine Fargen

F, b. 12 May 1915, d. 4 April 2000
Father*Joseph Thomas Fargen b. 13 Mar 1876, d. 8 Jun 1953
Mother*Margaret W. Dwyer b. 1878, d. 18 Feb 1963
Eileen Fargen 1934 senior portrait Reedsburg High School, Reedsburg, Sauk, WI
Name TypeDateDescription
Name VariationEileen Katherine Fargen was also known as Eileen Catherine.
Married Name20 August 1940As of 20 August 1940,her married name was Ellefson.
TypeDateDescription
SOCIALSECUEileen Katherine Fargen obtained US Social Security Card at Wisconsin; last residence Oshkosh, Winnebago, Wisconsin.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth12 May 1915Eileen Katherine Fargen was born on 12 May 1915 at Wisconsin twin with Lavern.
She was the daughter of Joseph Thomas Fargen and Margaret W. Dwyer.
Marriage20 August 1940Eileen Katherine Fargen married Charles Eugene Ellefson, son of Henry Oscar Ellefsen and Mary E. McPhillips, on 20 August 1940.
Death4 April 2000Eileen Katherine Fargen died on 4 April 2000 at age 84 Eileen K (Fargen) Ellefson obituary.
Wisconsin State Journal (Madison, Wisconsin) 05 Apr 2000 - Eileen K (Fargen) Ellefson obituary
Burialafter 4 April 2000She was buried after 4 April 2000 at Saint John the Evangelist Catholic Cemetery, Spring Green, Sauk, Wisconsin.
Census DateLocationDescription
1920Bear Creek, Sauk, WisconsinEileen Katherine Fargen was listed as a daughter in Joseph Thomas Fargen's household on the 1920 Census at Bear Creek, Sauk, Wisconsin.1
DateLocationDescription
1934Reedsburg High School, Reedsburg, Sauk, WisconsinEileen Katherine Fargen graduated in 1934 at Reedsburg High School, Reedsburg, Sauk, Wisconsin.

Citations

  1. [S243] U.S. Federal Census 1920 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED160. Dwelling 15.

Charles Eugene Ellefson

M, b. 21 January 1917, d. 5 January 1961
Father*Henry Oscar Ellefsen b. 27 Oct 1888, d. 7 May 1971
Mother*Mary E. McPhillips b. Aug 1880, d. 17 Nov 1971
Name TypeDateDescription
Name VariationCharles Eugene Ellefson was also known as Ellefsen.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth21 January 1917Charles Eugene Ellefson was born on 21 January 1917 at Bear Creek, Sauk, Wisconsin.
He was the son of Henry Oscar Ellefsen and Mary E. McPhillips.
Marriage20 August 1940Charles Eugene Ellefson married Eileen Katherine Fargen, daughter of Joseph Thomas Fargen and Margaret W. Dwyer, on 20 August 1940.
Death5 January 1961Charles Eugene Ellefson died on 5 January 1961 at Sauk, Wisconsin, at age 43 Charles Ellefson death notice.
Racine (WI) Journal Times January 7, 1961 - Charles Ellefson death notice
Burialafter 5 January 1961He was buried after 5 January 1961 at Saint John the Evangelist Catholic Cemetery, Spring Green, Sauk, Wisconsin.
Census DateLocationDescription
1920Bear Creek, Sauk, WisconsinCharles Eugene Ellefson was listed as a son in Henry Oscar Ellefsen's household on the 1920 Census at Bear Creek, Sauk, Wisconsin; household includes uncle Knute Knudson, age 52.1
7 April 1930Bear Creek, Sauk, WisconsinCharles Eugene Ellefson was listed as a son in Henry Oscar Ellefsen's household on the 1930 Census at Bear Creek, Sauk, Wisconsin.2

Citations

  1. [S243] U.S. Federal Census 1920 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, Year: 1920;Census Place: Bear Creek, Sauk, Wisconsin; Roll: T625_2015; Page: 9A; Enumeration District: 160; Image: 24.
  2. [S250] U.S. Federal Census 1930 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, Year: 1930; Census Place: Bear Creek, Sauk, Wisconsin; Roll: 2609; Page: 1A; Enumeration District: 8; Image: 31.0.

Alice M. Fargen

F, b. 27 September 1912, d. 2 January 2004
Father*Joseph Thomas Fargen b. 13 Mar 1876, d. 8 Jun 1953
Mother*Margaret W. Dwyer b. 1878, d. 18 Feb 1963
Name TypeDateDescription
Married Name13 June 1938As of 13 June 1938,her married name was Manion.
TypeDateDescription
SOCIALSECUAlice M. Fargen obtained US Social Security Card at Wisconsin; last residence Reedsburg, Sauk, Wisconsin.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth27 September 1912Alice M. Fargen was born on 27 September 1912 at Bear Creek, Sauk, Wisconsin.
She was the daughter of Joseph Thomas Fargen and Margaret W. Dwyer.
Marriage13 June 1938Alice M. Fargen married Francis P. Manion, son of (?) Manion, on 13 June 1938.
Death2 January 2004Alice M. Fargen died on 2 January 2004 at age 91 Alice M. Manion, age 91, of Reedsburg, died Friday, Jan. 2, 2004, at the Edward Snyder Nursing Home in Reedsburg. She was born on Sep. 27, 1912, in Bear Creek Township, the daughter of Joseph and Margaret (Dwyers) Fargen. She was married to Francis Manion on June 13, 1938, in St. Patrick's Catholic Church, Loretta, Wis. She was a homemaker and helped her husband on their farm for over 25 years. When she moved to town she worked at the Big Store. She was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Reedsburg for 65 years. She was also a member of Catholic Daughters of America, Winfield Township Homemaker and the 4-H. She was very proud of her Irish heritage. She is survived by three daughters, Mary (Arthur) Zammikiel of Rocky River, Ohio, Jean (Jerry) Apple of Dousman, Wis., and Patricia (James) Francisco of Baraboo; a daughter-in-law, Nancy Manion of Reedsburg; eight grandchildren, Brian Manion, Jeff Apple, Therese Hensley, Daniel Apple, Kelly Manion, James Zammikiel, Gregory Francisco and Kyle Francisco; three great-grandchildren, Tanner and Beck Apple, and Connor Hensley; three sisters, Agnes Dederich of Spring Green, Rita Prouty of Danville, Ill., and Jean Duren of Cazenovia; and a sister-in-law, Margaret Fargen of Spring Green. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Francis on Oct. 16, 1968; son, Joseph; infant twin sister; two brothers, Joseph (Eulalia) Fargan, and LaVern Fargen; two sisters, Vera (Tom) Biser and Eileen (Charles) Ellefson; brothers-in-law, Francis Dederich, Merton Prouty, George Duren, and Henry (Vera) Manion; and a sister-in-law, Margaret (Maurice) Condon. A Mass of Christian Burial for Alice Manion will be conducted at 11:30 a.m., Monday, Jan. 5, 2004, at SACRED HEART CATHOLIC CHURCH in Reedsburg with Father Thomas Monaghan officiating. Burial will follow in Calvary Cemetery, Reedsburg. Friends may call on Sunday, Jan. 4, 2004, from 4 p.m. until 8 p.m. at the FARBER FUNERAL HOME where a Catholic Daughters Rosary will be prayed at 4 p.m. The Farber Funeral Home is assisting the family with the arrangements.
Census DateLocationDescription
1920Bear Creek, Sauk, WisconsinAlice M. Fargen was listed as a daughter in Joseph Thomas Fargen's household on the 1920 Census at Bear Creek, Sauk, Wisconsin.1

Child of Alice M. Fargen and Francis P. Manion

Citations

  1. [S243] U.S. Federal Census 1920 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED160. Dwelling 15.

Francis P. Manion

M, b. 15 April 1908, d. 16 October 1968
Father*(?) Manion
Francis Manion 1927 senior portrait Reedsburg High School, Reedsburg, Sauk, WI
Life EventDateDescription
Birth15 April 1908Francis P. Manion was born on 15 April 1908.
He was the son of (?) Manion.
Marriage13 June 1938Francis P. Manion married Alice M. Fargen, daughter of Joseph Thomas Fargen and Margaret W. Dwyer, on 13 June 1938.
Death16 October 1968Francis P. Manion died on 16 October 1968 at age 60.
DateLocationDescription
1927Reedsburg High School, Reedsburg, Sauk, WisconsinFrancis P. Manion graduated in 1927 at Reedsburg High School, Reedsburg, Sauk, Wisconsin.

Child of Francis P. Manion and Alice M. Fargen