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KECK Garth W Jr - Vietnam Wall section 8E

t42Vietnam_ParkerCoTX — 2012-05-10 11:37:44Z

KECK Garth W Jr - Vietnam Wall section 8E

Honor our Veterans. This is one of many photographs of the Vietnam Memorial Wall in Parker Co, TX. Feel free to use this picture for your personal records. This is one of the 227,290 photos free at http://teafor2.com where they are listed in order by state(Texas), county(Parker), cemetery(Vietnam) and Surname.

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Conrad Keck of Ohio

AB_Gerard — 2012-05-01 21:24:50Z

I am researching Sophia Keck, daughter of Conrad Keck, who married John Heintz.

I have found two biographical sketches of John Heintz of Ohio that talk about his first wife, Sophia Keck or Kech. She probably died in the 1840s. One book mentions that her father was a prominent land owner in Trumbull County, Ohio named Conrad Keck.

I can only find one Conrad Keck in Ohio on the family trees here - the Conrad born in 1764 in PA - but none of the family trees list a daughter Sophia. The dates match, but alas no Sophia, so I am not sure what to do. I can't find any documentation for Conrad Keck, his wife or his children. If anyone can help me, I'd greatly appreciate it.

Re: Ming Keck

WilliamPReeves — 2012-02-27 18:53:46Z

Jimbob:

Thank you very much for your polite and well reasoned response.

We, too, have the death, in 1904, of 1st wife Elizabeth, Ming's marriage to Bertha and their long time residence in Decatur, Macon Co., Illinois. Lots of info about Ming & family but nothing additional (so far) connecting Ming to Peter.

"High standards?" Perhaps. However, we've learned, even the hard copy "facts" on BMD certificates (that we see with our own eyes) are often in error. It is only later, if at all, and after much more research, that we must conclude that our (fictitious) GGGM Maggie fibbed about her age on the marriage cert. in 1850 and that error was carried to the grave on the death cert & tombstone. A few decades ago, only close kin might be aware of the error, unfortunately, in the internet age, if the first error was posted in a tree then, through "cut & paste research" by others, the error spreads to very distant cousins.

In any case, I'm not posting a tee but, with your permission, I will "cut & paste" your message to my research notes on Peter Ming Keck, connect the dots to Henry & Mary, and move on.

Again, thanks & best regards,
Bill

Re: Ming Keck

jimbobx4 — 2012-02-27 03:12:00Z

You have very high standards. The 1945 Illinois death certificate cinches it for me - same parents and birth year as Peter.

One possible avenue of search for you could be his wife. Note at the time of his death he was married to Bertha Sullivan, not the Elizabeth Brock you found. Perhaps he was widowed or divorced? A search of those records may lead you to additional information.

You may also have seen some Family Trees on Ancestry.com that list a "Peter Mayne Keck" as a son of Henry Clay and Mary Ragle. Unfortunately they list no source information so I have no idea if they have made the right connection. However, it is possible he started going by some variant of his middle name once he became an adult - but just speculation. Good luck.

Good luck.

Re: Ming Keck

WilliamPReeves — 2012-02-18 00:31:02Z

Yes, Peter is a likely suspect. Now just to find that clue that ties Peter to Ming.

Thank you for your assistance.

Re: Ming Keck

jimbobx4 — 2012-02-17 12:19:26Z

Doesn't the 1880 census show a Peter Keck born 1871 to Henry Keck and Mary Ragle? Perhaps Ming was his nickname.

Ming Keck

WilliamPReeves — 2012-02-15 15:47:54Z

Seeking information on Ming Keck. Supposed to have been born 1/20/1871 Martin Co., Indiana, to Henry Keck & Mary Ragle, md. Elizabeth Florence Brock 7/7/1896 in Monroe Co., Indiana. One son Hollis Myron Keck b. 5/17/1901 Ogden, Utah.

"Ming" is the name used in census (1900 - 1930), affidavit of birth of son, & online marriage & death but "Ming" is not in 1880 census for Henry & Mary.

Does anyone have a CLUE about who Ming really is?
Regards
Bill

Re: Maria Keck

denisetwin — 2012-02-08 02:59:44Z

What area of the country was your family of Samuel Keck and Ann Lenhart Keck from? I am searching a David Keck b. 1820 in Germany in 1850 he was in St Clair County Illinois and notice you mention a David Keck as a child of theirs and the dates look possible.

Re: Keck arrived 18th Century

HilaryRauch33 — 2012-01-03 19:02:52Z

Mr. Wilson: I have long thought that there is a distinct possibility that the John and Andrew Keck referred to in Yoder's entry for Anna Barbara Keck are two of the sons of Henrich (Geck) Keck, the 1732 immigrant from the Ober Pfalz region. If you would care to have me provide information about this immigrant and his children, etc., please contact me at hrauch@infionline.net. My Keck information is much too extensive to be posted on this site. Hilary Rauch

Re: 1901 Keck Family History

HilaryRauch33 — 2011-12-31 14:38:17Z

1901 Keck History has been sent to your email address. HIlary Rauch

Re: 1901 Keck Family History

stakerpgh1 — 2011-12-31 06:27:00Z

I am researching my Keck family roots who settled in Clarion County, Penns. Can you please send me a copy of the 1901 history? Thanks in advance. stakerpgh@gmail.com

Re: Keck arrived 18th Century

HilaryRauch33 — 2011-12-23 21:21:17Z

I may be able to help you re John and Andrew - BUT I am just about to leave for the week for Christmas with family. I will correspond again when I return and can spend some time putting together some info. Please be patient. Hilary Rauch (a long time Keck researcher) email hrauch@infionline.net

Keck arrived 18th Century

rod_w_wilson — 2011-12-23 09:14:29Z

Pennsylvania German Immigrants (1709-1786) edited by Don Yoder lists in the emmigrants from Wuerttemberg 3 Kecks anna Barbara Keck *Oberiflingen B. 2-17-1726, daughter of Andreas Keck to the "New World" // 3PA, 19, 109; John and Andrew Keck, Salisbury Tp, Northhampton Co., PA, 1785.---- Does anyone hava a suggestion the the relationship between John and Andrew. An Andrew Keck located in what is now WV about 1800 with John moving in with his family about 1820. Census records are of little help as the result of multiple Andrews and Johns in what is available in the 1700s.

Re: Looking for ancestors

hed5271 — 2011-12-05 14:28:36Z

Steve - I think this message would be of interest to the first person on the list, not me. I am related through marriage to only one Keck and not the ones you listed. Good luck with Ancestry. It sure has me hooked :)
Judy

Re: Looking for ancestors

CoolStuffCornerStore — 2011-12-05 04:00:43Z

I just enrolled in ancestry.com today because I ran across a family tree dated June 1, 1916 with approximately 100 names on it. At the top of the lsit is Rosa Ziegler Keck, married to Karl Keck, they had 5 children including Sylvia and Lydia Keck, could these possibly form your family tree.

Sincerely,
Steve

Re: Keck family from Monongalia Co WV to Shelby co IN

rod_w_wilson — 2011-12-04 21:24:29Z

Biographical and portrait cyclopedia of Monongalia, Marion and Taylor counties, West Virginia comprising about five hundred sketches of prominent and representative citizens of these counties. Rush, West & Company, Philadelphia, Pa. 1895
pp. 44 Phillip H. Keck
What a man makes of himself, and not what he is made by the aid of family or the influence of friends, is a record that he can proudly leave behind him for the inspection of the world; and the field of action in which a life of activity or usefulness may be carved out need not be national in its dimensions. Such has been the fortune of the subject of this sketch. He has won for himself the high position in life he now holds through his own efforts, and for almost a half century has been one of the most prominent and successful attorneys in the state of West Virginia. He is a son of John and Catharine (Creichbaum) Keck, and was born in the city of Reading, Pennsylvania, on March 6, 1820. His paternal grandfarther was George W. Keck, of German lineage, and a native of Pennsylvania.
In 1823 the parents of P. H. Keck emigrated to Monongalia county, Virginia, now West Virginia, settling in the western part of the county, where his father proceeded to convert a portion of the wilderness into a farm and a home, a fit place for the dwelling of man. The grandfather and his son John Keck, both gave their services in the defense of their country's rights in the War of 1812.
John Keck was born in Pennsylvanin in 1788, came with the family to the country where he lived the remainder of his days, dying in 1865. His marriage to Catharine Creichbaum, daughter of Phillip Creichbaum, resulted in the birth of thirteen children.
Philip H. Keck obtained a good common school education in the schools of the county, but the most essential elements of his education were obtained by general reading and attrition with the world. When a young man he learned the trace of a tailor, which trade he followed less than a year, when he entered upon the study of the law, a profession more commensurate with his tastes and talents. He read in the office of General R. C. Allen and R. L. Berkshire, of Morgantown, and was admitted in October, 1844, to practice in the courts of West Virginia. He entered at once with fervor upon the practice of his chosen profession, which he practiced uninterruptedly until January 1, 1893, when he withdrew from the exactions of an active practice, and now lives in happy retirement in his county home, on-half mile west of Morgantown, on the banks of the historic Monongahela.
Politically he is a democrat but has never had the time nor the inclination to enter actively the arena of politics. He served as prosecuting attorney one term, from 1852 to 1856, but on account of a large and increasing business refused a re-nomination at the expiration of that term.
Mr. Keck has been twice married; his first marriage was with Mary Johnson, a daughter of Bennett Johnson. To this union were born seven children; all are deceased except Leonidas V., who was educated in the schools of Morgatown, read law with his father, and was admitted to the bar in 1882, formed a partnership with his father in 1886, which lasted until his father retired in 1893, when he succeeded to his father's practice. He is regardedas an able and talented attorney.
Philip H. Keck married, as his second wife, Anna Brown, daughter of Reason H. Brown, on January 1, 1889. As a lawyer Mr. Keck's comprehensive mind was peculiarly fitted to grapple with the difficult quesitons arising out of a complicated case of law. His clear statement of the facts and relative points of the case, his strong and convincing arguments, his logical conclusions, his comprehensive summary of evidence and his masterly exposition of the law made him one of the foremost lawyers of West Virginia and drew to him a large an appreciative clientage, and he withdraws fromt he profession so ... sdorned happy in the consciousness of having given his best services to those who intrusted their interests to his keeping.
END

Re: Keck family from Monongalia Co WV to Shelby co IN

rod_w_wilson — 2011-12-04 21:21:54Z

Re: Looking for ancestors

hed5271 — 2011-12-04 13:22:31Z

Hi Sharon - I'm related to Agnes Lamb, married to Charles Grant Keck. I see that you have a photo of them and was wondering if you would share it with me. My email address is hed527@comcast.net. I just recently found out she married Charles and would love a photo.
Thanks -
Judy Jones Evans

Re: Are my Kecks connected to any others?

Eulimma — 2011-11-16 16:04:09Z

Yes! This is the same line! My direct line is Jacob the brother of Theophilus Keck. The two brothers and their wives came to AR from IN. I would like to discuss this with you more. We have a Keck reunion each year in Northwest AR. Please reply to elharvey@earthlink.net

Amazing - I have made many posts and no one responds until now. Eulimma

Re: Are my Kecks connected to any others?

Eulimma — 2011-11-16 16:03:09Z

Re: Are my Kecks connected to any others?

Janice_Reaves — 2011-11-16 05:05:29Z

My gr. gr. grandfather was Theophilus Keck. His wife's name was Christena. He had a brother named Jacob. The other siblings I have not heard about. Theophilus married Nancy Greenwood in IN. One child is my gr. grandfsther Hiram Keck. They all lived in AR for a time then moved to OK. Hiram is buried in OK. Do not know where Theophilus is buried. I think this the same line as yours. If so,would like other info on Adam. However in my records he is Johan Keck. Alternate sp--Theophilous.

SISTERS Magdalena and Maria Keck from Aigis, Germany

reganmiller127 — 2011-10-06 02:02:32Z

I've been trying to break through my Keck wall for a year now and am so desperate for any help. My Great Grandmother was Magdalena Keck (B: abt 03 Sep 1890) who immigrated in 1911 from Germany (near Wilhams) with her sister Maria (15 Jun 1892).

Both sisters settled in California, Magdalena married Josef Schmidl and Maria married Michael Zoerlaut. I believe that the sisters had 2 brothers, Ignaz and Alois, as well as two other sisters, Elisabeth and Sophie... but I am unable to obtain any detail on their parents except for that their mother went by Christina Keck and died in Germany about 1901. If anyone thinks they can help, I would truly appreciate it. Contact me anytime at reganmiller127@yahoo.com and thank you in advance! ~Regan

Re: Conrad "Coonrod" Keck

patgoinjones — 2011-08-30 19:35:34Z

Hi Bruce, I too am a Goin relative related to the Keck's

Re: WV Kecks

HilaryRauch33 — 2011-08-24 16:19:00Z

Hi - If the Don you are addressing is Don Slivka, I'm sorry but I must tell you that Don died quite some time ago. I, along with several other Keck researchers, collaborated with him on an annotated version of the 1901 J. A Keck History, among other things. I personally do not have any information on WVA Keck's. If the H. Geck/Keck to whom you refer is Henrich Geck/Keck, the 1732 immigrant, I have tons of info about him and many of his descendants, but none of the ones I know about migrated to W. Virginia. If you have reason to believe your Keck line definitely descends from the 1732 immigrant, please get in touch with me directly at hrauch@infionline.net Hilary Rauch

Re: WV Kecks

JacquelineHolzman — 2011-08-24 15:32:41Z

Hi Don,

I saw your email address on a forum referencing the Keck family. My ggreatmother was Flora Keck 1890 - 1962 - daughter of Johnathan Jack Keck 1852 - 1909 and Mary Jane Ballard 1856 - 1934.

I was wondering if you had any pictures from this Keck linage or even of any Keck further beyond them up to H Geck/Keck by chance?

Also my grandmother Dororthy Jane Burns (Smith) (Spurlock) (McGraw) was Flora's daughter. There is some question as to who her father really was, but she said that Flora had 11 children. So far I can only find evidence of:

Dorothy Jane father ?
Rosa Yeager father Jerry W Yeager 1886 -
Ida Yeager
Herbert Yeager

Supposedly Flora never married any of the fathers of all her children. We suspect that she took the Yeager last name as her own, but have found no evidence of marriage. She eventually married William White but did not have any children with him.

Do you know of her other children by chance? I can't find anything concrete that says that Dorothy was Flora's daughter. My aunt can't find her birth certificate. Any help that you could possible provide on this family mystery would be greatly appreciated.

Re: Another book with Kecks covering late 1700's through 1925

robertlkeck175 — 2011-08-02 16:22:08Z

my email is rkeck86@yahoo.com.
thanks

Re: Alfred Keck

ctrimble150 — 2011-08-01 13:07:13Z

Hi Marti,

It's always good to hear from a distant cousin. I'm also descended from Henry Keck but from his second wife Mary Ellen Mellon. It's seems quite a few of us are stuck on Alfred Keck. There doesn't seem to be a lot of information about him.

Would you be interested in exchanging information about your side of the family? I don't think I have complete information about William Davis or Adam Wilson Keck.

Thanks.
Cindy

Re: Another book with Kecks covering late 1700's through 1925

martiadkins — 2011-08-01 06:08:40Z

I am searching for the parents of Alfred/Alford Keck who married Sarah Adams. I was not able to find them in the 1901 Keck book.

mwo4300@earthlink.net

Re: Alfred Keck

martiadkins — 2011-08-01 06:00:43Z

I have been looking for the parents of Alfred, too. Have had no luck. I believe his wife's name was Sarah ADAMS, b: 11 Jun 1815 in Tennessee/d: 24 Sep 1906 in Dexter, Kansas.

I descend from Alfred's son, Henry and his 1st wife, Sarah CANTRELL.

Re: Keck's from Perry to Cumberland Co; PA.

gravedigger505011 — 2011-07-21 16:54:27Z

Jayne... I know that this is an old post, but will try anyway.. Looking for Pictures of Samuel Hughes and wife Ruth Hopkins Hughes... My great grandmother Edna Ruth Hughes was a sister to your Hannah R Hughes Keck... being daughters of Saumel Hughes 1833-1917 Can anyone help?? Thanks...

Re: 1901 Keck Family History AVAILABLE

HilaryRauch33 — 2011-07-12 19:18:07Z

I'd be happy to send, but need your email address. Send it to me at hrauch@infionline.net. Hilary Rauch

Re: 1901 Keck Family History AVAILABLE

sirkeck — 2011-07-12 17:46:21Z

Hi, Could you send me a copy of this?. I am searching my Keck history.

Re: Alfred Keck

ctrimble150 — 2011-07-03 19:39:42Z

Hi Bonnie,

It's always good to hear from a distant cousin! I'm descended from Lucinda's brother Henry Keck.

I'd love to exchange information on Robert and Lucinda's line. If there's anything in particular you're looking for, let me know. I'll see if I can help.

Cindy Keck Trimble

Re: Alfred Keck

bonniebinionseibert_1 — 2011-07-02 22:50:14Z

Lucinda Keck 1st we have me: Bonnie Binion Seibert, Dad Don R Binion, G-ma Maude Hopper Binion, G=G-Pa James G Hopper, G-G-GPa Robert Hopper who married Lucinda Keck the daughter of Alfred Keck. I have very little on this line and I am researching it also. Your distant cousin Bonnie

Re: Keck-NY-NJ

J_J_Brennan — 2011-06-25 19:41:48Z

Hi Bob,

Rose Keck was my Grandmother's Sister... I knew Joseph Keck when I was a child. Would be happy to give you access to my tree to share what I have if you give me your email?

My email is J_J_Brennan@msn.com

Jim Brennan

Altha Pauline Kaeck Stitt 1916-2011

Lace_Lynch — 2011-06-20 14:15:50Z

Courtesy Post Not related.

WEST CHESTER, OH: Altha Pauline Kaeck Stitt died at Chesterwood Village in West Chester, Ohio on June 19, 2011, where she was a resident for nine years.

Altha was born in Parkersburg, West Virginia, November 19, 1916, to James Christie Kaeck and Blossom Nolan Kaeck McLane.
She graduated from Chillicothe High School in 1934. She attended Ohio University-Chillicothe and she studied with the Alexander Hamilton Institute in Chicago, IL.

She married John Francis Stitt on September 11, 1940 who predeceased her on April 12, 2000.

She worked at Valley Loan Company from 1934-1940 as a Secretary-Bookkeeper in Chillicothe, Ohio and she managed the office at Bishop Flaget High School from 1962-1973.

During World War II, she worked at Fidelity Building and Loan Company and the First Federal Savings and Loan, Chillicothe, and Blue Cross-Blue Shield in Toledo, OHIO and Harrisburg, PA.

She was an over 60 year member of Laureate Gamma Phi Chapter of Beta Sigma Phi Sorority and an over 60 year member of St. Peter's Catholic Church. She was a volunteer for Adena Medical Center and for Hospice of Adena Medical Center.

She is survived by two sons, John David (Susan) Stitt of West Chester, James (Carol) Stitt of Olean, New York; four grandchildren, Belinda (Jeffery) Douglas of Mason, Ohio, John Brian (Julie) Stitt of Kettering, Ohio, James (Susanna) Stitt and John (Connie) Stitt, both of Olean, New York; ten great grandchildren, Zachary Douglas, Ashley Douglas, Savannah Douglas and Logan Douglas from Mason, Abigail Stitt and Madeline Stitt from Kettering, Reagan Stitt, James Talan Stitt, Chloe Stitt and Sydney Stitt, all from Olean.

Besides her husband; she was predeceased by her parents; and several aunts, uncles and cousins.

Mass of the Christian Burial will be offered 9:30 a.m. Wednesday, June 22, 2011 in St. Peter's Church. Interment will follow in St. Margaret's Cemetery.
Friends may call from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at the WARE FUNERAL HOME where a wake service will be held at 8 p.m.

In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be made to John and Altha Scholarship Fund at the University of Dayton, 300 College Park Dr., Dayton, Ohio 45219, St., Good Samaritan Network of Ross County, Hospice of Adena Medical Center
You may sign her online register at www.warefh.com

Published in the Chillicothe Gazette on June 20, 2011

Re: Another book with Kecks covering late 1700's through 1925

robertlkeck175 — 2011-06-19 01:07:02Z

due to a problem with comcast (losing it for some reason or other i changed services. my current email address is
rkeck86@yahoo.com. too many problems with comcast.
if possible i would definetly love to have a copy.
i have the 2 books on the keck's of Tennessee. and the information Joseph Keck from Iowa wrote about the family

Re: Another book with Kecks covering late 1700's through 1925

SaraGonzalez195 — 2011-06-18 18:31:02Z

Hello, my name is Carolyn Busha and I just read your message. I am a descendant of Charles William (born 1721)and Appalonia Keck. I know that there is a connection to the Pennsylvania Keck's but I have been unable to make that connection to date. The records we have viewed all state that his father was born in 1719 but, I hardly think his father was only 2 years old. Makes no sense at all. I have wondered if he was another brother to Heinreich (b. 02/23/1710) and Johannes Jacob Keck (B. 1718). If you have any information that would help, I would greatly appreciate it. Maybe this is a question that will never be answered. If I knew where Charles was born, (I believe it was Germany), I would have a starting place. My email address is carolynbusha@gmail.com. I look forward to hearing from you.

Re: Another book with Kecks covering late 1700's through 1925

jimbobx4 — 2011-06-17 19:24:36Z

I would like a copy as well - jimbob.24@gmail.com.
Thanks

Re: Another book with Kecks covering late 1700's through 1925

SaraGonzalez195 — 2011-06-16 02:53:02Z

My name is Carolyn Busha and I am a descendant of Charles William Keck and his wife Appalonia. I have been unable to make the connection to the Keck's of Pennsylvania and I am hoping that you may have the answer in the pages of your book. If you can scan those documents and forward them to me I will be very grateful. Hopefully, we may be able to share information if there is a connection. My ancestors were the Keck's who migrated into Indiana and Wisconsin. I hope to hear from you soon. My email address is carolynbusha@gmail.com. Thank you again. Carolyn

Re: 1901 Keck Family History

HilaryRauch33 — 2011-06-12 17:25:59Z

Vance: Don Silva passed away a number of years ago. I (and other Keck researchers) collaborated with him on the annotations to J. A. Keck History and on some appendices thereto. I'll send to your email address directly. Hilary Rauch

Re: 1901 Keck Family History AVAILABLE

HilaryRauch33 — 2011-06-12 17:11:30Z

Robin - I am sending electronic version of annotated J. A. Keck History to your email address, along with some other info re the immigrant Henrich Geck/Keck. Hope you find it of value. Hilary Rauch

Re: 1901 Keck Family History

VanceBognar — 2011-06-12 13:20:31Z

Don, Pls forward a copy of the Keck Family History. My Mother's Mother was a Keck. But only have a couple generations. Thanks Vance

alphatango61@gmail.com

Re: 1901 Keck Family History AVAILABLE

RobinTD_1 — 2011-06-11 20:53:56Z

Don,
I would love to receive these files. My email address is rdreis@att.net.

I am currently researching the following line and looking for any information.

Addie M Keck b: Jan 1863, Fairpoint, Muscataine, IA
George Keck b: Aug 1811, PA. d: 22 Jan 1855, Muscataine, IA
George Keck b: Mar 1783, PA. d: 1861, Westmoreland, PA
George Keck b: 1748, PA. d: Feb 1816, PA
H. Keck b: 1710, d: 1786, PA

Thanks,
Robin

Re: 1901 Keck Family History AVAILABLE

HilaryRauch33 — 2011-05-20 15:28:40Z

Keck History (annotated) and its appendices has been sent to your email address. Hilary Rauch

Re: 1901 Keck Family History AVAILABLE

VanceBognar — 2011-05-20 14:37:28Z

If this Keck Family History is still available, I would love a copy!! You can send it to alphatango61@gmail.com
My Grandmother was a Keck, in Buffalo, NY

Keck, Wayne H. 1923 - 2011

JeanKayMorse38 — 2011-04-24 15:49:48Z

Obit: Corning Leader, Corning, NY; Apr 24, 2011 @ 12:16 AM

Elmira, N.Y. — Wayne H. Keck, devoted husband and father, passed away April 18, 2011 at St. Josephs Hospital in Elmira, NY.

Wayne was born December 23, 1923 in Wellsboro, PA to Henry and Lois Hollenback Keck.

He was a graduate of Wellsboro High School and after his military service, he furthered his education receiving his Bachelors Degree at the University of Miami, Fl.

Wayne was a veteran of WWII, having served as a paratrooper with the U.S. Army in the 11th Airborne Division.

Wayne married Kathryn Cowley, his loving wife of 61 years in 1950 in Elmira, NY. He worked as a project engineer for Ingersoll Rand and later for Material Handling Products, retiring in 1989. After retiring he enjoyed spending his winters with his wife Kay in South Carolina traveling to visit family and friends. He was devoted to his family and took a lot of pleasure being home and enjoying its comfort and surrounding wildlife.

Wayne also greatly enjoyed attending weekly Rotary meetings and functions, and was a member of All Saints Parish, Ingersoll Rand Service Association and Mater Handling Products Distribution Association.

Survivors are his wife, Kathryn. Sons, Jeffrey Keck of Tallahassee, Fl., Timothy Keck of Atlanta, GA., Gregory Keck of Tallahassee, Fl. Daughters, Cynthia (Paul) Novak of Corning, NY and Kathleen (Paul) O'Halloran of Tallahassee, Fl. Grandchildren, Lara, Geoffrey, Emily Novak and Meagan, Kaitlin, Kelly and Sean O'Halloran. Nephew, Ron (Marie) Keck, and Sister-in-law, Margaret Keck of Pennsylvania.

In addition to his parents, Wayne was predeceased by his brother, Robert Keck.

Friends may call at the Haughey Funeral Home, 216 E. First St., Corning, NY Tuesday April 26th, 2011 from 4-7pm. A Prayer Service will be offered at the funeral home, April 27th, 2011 at 9:30am with a Mass of Christian Burial at St. Vincent de Paul Church, Corning, NY at 10am. Committal Prayers, Full Military Rites.

Interment at the family plot in St. Mary's Cemetery, Corning, NY.

If desired, donations maybe be made to Corning Community Food Pantry, 39 West William St., Corning, NY 14830.

Re: George Keck Margaret Warren

gpetrin169 — 2011-04-22 11:01:50Z

This posting is very old, but just in case.

This is what got me interested.

Baptism fo Jacob Cagg, son of George Cagg and Caty Cochnot born April 6, 1806. Sponsors: Francis Rupert, Elizabeth Cochnot.
#3649 page 162
Baptism Record of Caughnawaga Reformed Church, Fonda, NY now the Reformed Church of Fonda 1758-1899.
Transcribed and Indexed by Arthur Kelly from original documents.

I was researching Francis Rupert, who was a Loyalist from Johnstown, NY who got land in Osnabruck, Ontario, but then went back to NY before his 1794 marriage to Elizabeth Coughnet. Then his eldest son Adam went back to Osnabruck in 1826 to claim that land in his father's name..

Regarding the baptism of George Keck in 1781 in NJ. This is right in the middle of the Revolutionary War, where people were extremely displaced and it is quite possible that George was born in Long Island NY with a baptism recorded in NJ.
I have seen the name George Keck often in land records from the York County, Ontario area. Especially very early land records in Etobicoke. George Keck received land grants fairly early (1793 or so) around (what is now Toronto) and did not seem to have settled there.
My guess is that the Keck, just like the Coughnet and the Rupert were split between Loyalist and Patiots.

There was a George Kuck who petitioned for land in 1812 in York,(see Upper Canada Land Petitions) George Kuck, with one female and one male under 16 was on the census of York in 1813 and 1814. In 1814, he was pathmaster from the Don river to the East line of the Township.
George Kuck of York, was a sergeant in the York Militia when York capitulated to General Dearborn in April 1813.
Hopefully, this will help and not confuse the issue further.
Anyway, then this George Kuck disappears. Went somewhere else?

Keck-NY-NJ

rbky1 — 2011-04-18 12:53:09Z

Looking for parents and ancestral line for: Joseph P Keck, b: Dec 5, 1905 in ?NY, d: Feb 9, 1992 in NJ. m: to Rose Barbszis on Jul 18, 1931 in Union City, NJ. She was b: Oct 25, 1911 in Brooklyn, NY and d: Jul 14, 1976 in Carlstadt, NJ.

Joseph's parents believed to be: John Henry and Mary ?. (Württemberg, Germany comes in here, someplace).
Rose's parents are: Kasimir and Anna (Ruzkauskas) Barbszis.

Any help, or where to look, would be appreciated

Bob

Re: 1901 Keck Family History AVAILABLE

kmpomella — 2011-04-15 13:15:35Z

While this Keck history does not deal with Kecks from NY/NJ, I'll be sending you a copy directly later today. Hilary