Sylvester - Family History & Genealogy Message Board

Re: Cloud, Clouds Bery, Cloudy B Sylvester

lynnehinderliter56 — 2012-05-23 04:25:37Z

I would love to hope we have a connection, but know nothing of Clouds' parents or siblings. His children were Ezekiel and my great grandmother, MaryAnne. PLease let me know if you still think we may connect!

Re: Cloud, Clouds Bery, Cloudy B Sylvester

Coolpansy37 — 2012-05-23 02:33:59Z

I believe this is one of my great grandfather's children. My Sylvester's were from southern Indiana. My gggrandfather's name was Lemuel and my ggrandfather's name was John and my grandfather was William David. He was quite a craftsman making furniture and other household items as well as carved items.

Nathan brown Sylvester ancestors

bonnylassi — 2012-04-02 04:21:29Z

Would like to find ancestry on Nathan Brown Sylvester born Alabama or georgia abt 1817-1820.

Re: JOHN TOWNSEND SYLVESTER

cyndlouwho1 — 2012-04-01 19:31:03Z

Janice,

I believe that John Townsend Sylvester's parents are Damon Sylvester and Polly Townsend (d. of John Townsend and Mary Kingsbury). I have not found a birth record as of yet, but I did find a guardianship paper that says that John T. Sylvester was the son of Damian(sp) Sylvester.

Cindy

Re: JOHN TOWNSEND SYLVESTER

cyndlouwho1 — 2012-03-11 14:20:56Z

Janice,

Have you found anything on John's parents? I may have a lead regarding a guardianship paper that will prove his parents name.
Contact me with questions or any news on your end at
cyndlouwho1@gmail.com

Cindy

Samuel or Henry Sylvester

aralieclauds — 2012-02-27 16:52:48Z

Good morning,

I am searching for information about my 3rd great grandfather, Samuel or Henry Sylvester. I know practically nothing about him.

He was born circa 1838, probably in Massachusetts. He appears as Samuel Sylvester in the 1870 census, in New Jersey with his wife, Cordelia Faber. Cordelia is not with him in 1860, so they must have been married sometime during the 1860's.

They ultimately have 1 daughter, Eloise Staley Sylvester. Eloise was born on 9 Feb 1867 and died on 26 Sep 1913.

Samuel passed away before 1885, probably before 1880. Cordelia appears on the 1880 census as 'married,' but Samuel is not with her. By the 1885 New Jersey census, she is listed as a widow.

When Eloise passes away, her death certificate lists her parents as Cordelia and Henry Sylvester.

I would appreciate any information on Samuel/Henry Sylvester.

Thank you!

Bell, decendents of Nellie Perkins, Atmore, Alabama

kmj34 — 2012-02-18 21:55:02Z

Sylvester, decendents of Nellie Perkins, Atmore, Alabama
...Nellie Perkins had 4 children:
Henry Sylvester, Cornelia Sylvester, Roxanna Jones and Jimmy Jones, Jr.
Their descendants have last names such as: Lambert, Bell, Brackett, Williams, Bryant, Sylvester,Higgins, Staller,Harper, Jett, Foster, Jefferson, Jones,Fitzpatrick, Mobley, Hackett, Havard, Glover, Wheeler, Edgar, Black, Swayne, Jaggers, Elmore, Hollis, Ellis, Fisher, Gaskin, Trotter, Owens, Fontaine, McKenzie, Bland, Pearson, Cork, Riser, Mason, Gray, Stone,Longmire, Harris, Billups, Black.....just to name a few

See Descendent of Nellie Perkins to see if you connect to our family kmj34@sbcglobal.net

Sylvester, decendents of Nellie Perkins, Atmore, Alabama

kmj34 — 2012-02-18 21:52:47Z

Sylvester, decendents of Nellie Perkins, Atmore, Alabama
...Nellie Perkins had 4 children:
Henry Sylvester, Cornelia Sylvester, Roxanna Jones and Jimmy Jones, Jr.
Descendants have last names such as: Lambert, Bell, Brackett, Williams, Bryant, Sylvester,Higgins, Staller,Harper, Jett, Foster, Jefferson, Jones,Fitzpatrick, Mobley, Hackett, Havard, Glover, Wheeler, Edgar, Black, Swayne, Jaggers, Elmore, Hollis, Ellis, Fisher, Gaskin, Trotter, Owens, Fontaine, McKenzie, Bland, Pearson, Cork, Riser, Mason, Gray, Stone,Longmire, Harris, Billups, Black.....just to name a few

See Descendent of Nellie Perkins to see if you connect to our family kmj34@sbcglobal.net

Henry Leggett Sylvester

kmj34 — 2012-02-18 21:43:01Z

looking for any descendents of Henry Leggett Sylvester, born 1863. Mother- Nellie Perkins Father - Mr. __ Sylvester
He had on child prior to marriage named Josephine Lambert. He later married Ida Grisit of Perdue Hill, Alabama. They had 13 children: Sullivan, Cary, Ida Bell, Henry, Millard, Ella, Edward, unnamed baby boy who died as infant, Clarence, Minnie Kate, William, Clemmie and Esterleano.
See Descendent of Nellie Perkins to see if you connect to our family kmj34@sbcglobal.net

Henry Leggett Sylvester

kmj34 — 2012-02-18 21:40:11Z

looking for any descendents of Henry Leggett Sylvester, born 1863. Mother- Nellie Perkins Father - Mr. __ Sylvester
He had on child prior to marriage named Josephine Lambert. Josephine had 1 child: Ida Mae Williams, born 7/6/1910.
See Descendent of Nellie Perkins to see if you connect to our family kmj34@sbcglobal.net

Cornelia Sylvester

kmj34 — 2012-02-18 21:36:54Z

looking for any descendents of Cornelia H. Sylvester, born 1860s. Mother- Nellie Perkins Father - Mr. __ Sylvester
She married Oliver Elmore and had 7 children: James, Clemmie,unnamed baby who died as infant, Oliver, Nellie Lee, Mable, and Roxanna Elmore.
See Descendent of Nellie Perkins to see if you connect to our family kmj34@sbcglobal.net

Roxanna Jones

kmj34 — 2012-02-18 21:19:34Z

looking for any descendents of Roxanne Jones, born 1878 in Perdue Hill, Alabama. Mother- Nellie Perkins Father - Jimmy Jones
She married John Hollis and had 12 children: Lula, Gus, Minnie Pearl, Blanch, Pauline, Nellie, John, Alice, Marcelette, Henry, Gertrude and Steven.
See Descendent of Nellie Perkins to see if you connect to our family

Cornelia Sylvester

kmj34 — 2012-02-18 21:06:37Z

looking for any descendents of Cornelia H. Sylvester, born ?1860s in Alabama. Mother- Nellie Perkins Father - Mr. ___ Sylvester
She married Oliver Elmore, Sr and had 7 children: James, Clemmie, Oliver, Nellie Lee, Mable, Roxxanna and unnamed baby who died at birth. See Descendent of Nellie Perkins to see if you connect to our family

Henry Leggett Syvester

kmj34 — 2012-02-18 21:03:04Z

looking for any descendents of Henry Leggest Sylvester, born 1863 in Alabama. Mother- Nellie Perkins Father - Mr. ___ Sylvester
He married Ida Grisit and had 13 children, Sullivan,Cary, Ida Bell, Henry, Millard, Ella, Edward, Clarence, Minnie, William, Clemie, Esterleano, and unnamed baby boy who died as an infant. see Descendent of Nellie Perkins to see if you connect to our family

Re: Sylvester Ancestry

JanBeedle — 2012-01-19 21:31:06Z

Just read original e-mail from 2000. Sorry, so late! My Gr-grandfather was Joseph William (or August) Sylvester. He came from Alsace-Lorraine, France & married my gr-grandmother, Samantha Angeline Laymon around 1886. He ran away from the priesthood and I believe he came into the US by way of Canada. Somehow, he settled in Monroe, OH (Butler CO). Anyone know of any Catholic Sylvesters from that area of France in the mid 1800s? I believe he was from a well-to-do family, because the practice was for either the eldest (or the youngest???) son to go into the priesthood from such a family. Please let me know anything that might help me. Somehow, the background was fairly secretive. I figure he was a stowaway or worked on a ship aand came into the Nova Scotia area, but have found nothing so far.
Thanks for any ideas...Jan Beedle, Franklin, OH USA

Re: Sylvester (Silvestri) Italy-Philadelphia, PA

nomad87 — 2012-01-07 10:48:16Z

Hi There! You have to be Samantha... This is you're second cousin Robert, your Dad is my First Cousin... get in touch with me, nomad@ptd.net

Hope to here from you!

Re: Ann Sylvester Waldron

jdhartman — 2011-11-22 21:46:15Z

Hi,

I am not sure how far along you are, but Oliver and Ann did have a daughter Rebecca who did marry a Walker. I am a direct descendant of Rebecca. She Married William (Billy) Walker in 1832. They Had 12 children.

Re: 1906 photo Nevada City (CA) Methodist Church members

lynnehinderliter56 — 2011-11-06 15:07:13Z

HI: CB Sylvester is my first cousin 2x removed, I would love to see a copy of this photo if possible! Thank you

1906 photo Nevada City (CA) Methodist Church members

danderup — 2011-11-02 13:25:55Z

Following extracted from Nevada County Rootsweb message page. Am not related. Info may be of interest to someone who is:

Vern D
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Date: Sun, 30 Oct 2011 09:07:02 -0700
From: "Jan Davis" jandavis@3cox.net
Subject: 1906 photo in Nevada City

Listers -
I just got a copy of a photo taken on the Nevada City Methodist Church steps in 1906, showing eighteen very stern-looking folks, including my great grandmother, Lavinia (HICKS) THOMAS and her mother, my great-great grandmother, Margaret Jane (HICKS) THOMAS. I also have a copy of the back of the photo showing their names. ...............................The names ..... are............

Mrs. Lavinia Thomas (my great grandmother), Rev. C.B. Sylvester, John
Polkinghorn, Mrs. Gieger, John Tamblyn, Mrs.Meek, Mrs. Tamblyn, Mrs, Harris, Mrs. Rapp, Mrs. Murchie, Mrs. Margret Thomas (my great great grandmother), Mrs. Brodie, Mrs. Jewell, Mrs. Place, Mrs. Ivey, Mrs. Sutton, Mrs. Chappell, Mrs. Saul.

If you think any of them might be yours, let me know.
Jan in San Diego

Re: Death Notice - Clayton McKinley Sylvester-Lowell Sun-Lowell MA-March 27, 1916

waitefox1121 — 2011-10-29 23:45:45Z

Strange, the Sylvesters I am searching for, There was a Clayton Sylvester, He passed away but he lived in Lowell, Mass. He had a brother Stanley and a sister June, June was my biological grandmother. Just strange that the names are the same. There is so much to my search that is uncovered.

Re: MA SYLVESTER, Artemus 1819 and John M. 1822 ancestors and families

waitefox1121 — 2011-10-29 23:42:26Z

Any relation to Alderic Sylvester? He lived in Lowell Massachusetts in 1930. I know he was my biological great grandfather. I am searching for my biological grandparents, June Sylvester married name was Fitzberger. And also any other family members.

Zuma Sylvester

BandyFamilyFun — 2011-08-24 19:15:09Z

I am trying to find any info on Zuma Charlotte Sylvestor born in Burnet, TX 1921. She married William Odell Moore. Thank you for the help.
Please contact me at paul_bandy@yahoo.com.

Re: Joseph & Louisa SYLVESTER

sstanger1 — 2011-08-11 21:14:20Z

Hi, Do you know When? any of the children of Joseph and Louisa SYLVESTER - Mary,John, Lizzie - were married?

Registration of Marriage /Long Form Marriage Certificate - may show actual place of Birth.

Registrations of Death / Long Form Death Certificate
For Joseph, Louisa Mary,John, Lizzie -
May show actual Place of Birth - depends on the knowledge of the informant.

Birth Registration /Long form Birth certificate
for the children of Mary,John and Lizzie - may show the place of birth of the parents.

Have you posted to Message Board - for the area/s where the family settled in the U.S.A.
There may be persons - connected to the family by marriage or by bloodline - or friendship - who may be able to assit.

cheers, Stella

Re: Joseph & Louisa SYLVESTER

downperiscope60 — 2011-08-11 20:59:03Z

Thanks so much but no I do not know when they entered the United States. I just know it would of had to have been somewhere between 1871 and 1880 because they were in the census then. Thanks!

Re: Joseph & Louisa SYLVESTER

sstanger1 — 2011-08-11 18:13:36Z

Hi, Do you know where in Canada - Joseph and Louisa Sylvester and family John b 1868,Lizzie b 1971 Mary b 1867
lived?
Do you have any family papers? Marriage,Birth,Death Registratons.
These may/should show place of birth.

Census records:
1881 Census Place Millbury, Worcester, Massachusetts
Joseph SYLVESTER
Self M Male W 74 CAN. Wood Savyer CANA CANA
Louisa SYLVESTER
Wife M Fem W 54 CAN. Keep House CANA CANA
Mary SYLVESTER
Dau S Fem W 13 CAN Dress Maker CANA CANA
John SYLVESTER
Son S Male W 12 CANA At School CANA CANA
Lizzie SYLVESTER
Dau S Female W 9 CANA At School CANA CANA

Do you know When the family entered the USA?
Joseph SYLVESTER may have made application /Letter of Intent - for U.S. Citizenship - this would show place of birth etc.
Cheers, Stella

Joseph & Louisa Sylvester

downperiscope60 — 2011-08-11 17:41:02Z

Looking for information on my great great grandfather and great great grandmother. Info so far Joseph b. 1806, Canada, Louisa b. 1826 Canada. Three children, Mary b.1867, John (my great grandfather)b. 1868 and Lizzie b. 1871 all in Canada. Any information would be greatly appreciated. Thanks so much!

Sylvester's in RI/Whitney/Washburn families

mwidow — 2011-08-05 20:54:40Z

Looking for info on Harriett Whitney dob 1865 MA. father George and mother Eliza (Washburn). Looking for his middle name and mother's middle name. Also date of marriage. Find a George Whitney in census 1880 with a Sarah. Wondered is Eliza died & he remarried or is her name Sarah Eliza?

Frank Sylvester- Italy to Illinois

classy2b — 2011-07-03 19:32:36Z

I am a descendant of Frank Sylvester, est. birth- 1884 Italy, immigrated to the US in est. 1888. He married a Katherine or Catherine Caliendo? (not sure of spelling). They resided in Chicago IL. Frank was buried in Indiana. They had the following KNOWN children: Frankie, Mary, Angeline, Josephine, Viola, Dominick, Francis, Robert. I've seen several different spellings of the last name Sylvester, but unfortunately; I cannot find much info on Frank such as who his parents were, where in Italy they were from. If anyone could help point me in the right direction, I'd really appreciate it. I would also like to find other relatives, Josephine was my g-grandmother. Thanks.
Kim

John Sylvester b 1826 Canada, Nancy Ward 1827 Mass

downperiscope — 2011-06-10 19:44:47Z

Looking for anyone with information about John Sylvester, son of Joseph and Louisa Sylvester and Nancy Ward Sylvester, daughter of James and Nancy Ward. They were married in 1887. They had a son, Frank in 1888 and then had a daughter Rosanna in 1889. I believe that John Sylvester was my grandfather's father. My grandfather was born in 1893 or 1894 and was adopted by a Stratton. I can find nothing about John or Nancy except for their marriage and the two children. Frank ended up in Indiana and was adopted by Joseph Fouts. Rosanna became Rosa F Robinson when she married. I am hoping someone can give me more information.

sylvester family

forrestpamela9 — 2011-05-30 01:48:28Z

born in new orleans LA
Live in washington DC
grandfather:Joseph sylvester
grandmother:Easter hughes
Father:Jacob
Mother:Margie

Re: Violet Sylvester (Robello)

tawmkat1943 — 2011-05-18 09:22:25Z

Violet Robello is my mother. She lives in Calif

norbert Sylvester

mburke5574 — 2011-05-15 17:43:26Z

I'm looking for Norbert Sylvester. He would have been in Fall River, MA in 1870s

Frank Sylvester, b 29 jan 1988 Orphan

downperiscope60 — 2011-05-11 19:22:46Z

I am looking for any relatives or ancestors of Frank Sylvester. He I believe his father was John Sylverster and his mother Nancy. He was sent out on the orphan train to Indiana. He adopted by Joseph Fouts. He also had a brother and a sister. His sister married name was Rosa Fay Robinson and his brothers name was Walter E Stratton. I would like more information if any one has any. My email address is downperiscope@mchsi.com Thanks

Re: SYLVESTERS in New York, early 1800's

michnative114 — 2011-05-06 21:40:19Z

Hi, I saw your reply on the message board and was hoping that you would share your info with me! My husbands family is in the Sylvester line and I am really needing some guidance, I have your descendents in my tree. Currently I am looking for Seth Bent Sylvester's mother and father. I keep seeing Seth Sylvester and Hannah Eddy.. could that be right?
Thanks in advance for taking the time to ready my letter.

Re: Sylvester of Philadelphia

heysamjo — 2011-03-31 18:34:32Z

Sorry forgot to explain: I think Frank was my great-grandfather's brother, my great grandfather being Carmen Sylvester.

Re: Sylvester of Philadelphia

heysamjo — 2011-03-31 18:30:47Z

Lemme guess, Franks middle name is "Anthony"....lol! Seriously a family name, my cousin and Dad (both named Carmen) share the middle name as well. Let me know if I can help! :D

Re: Sylvester's of Philadelphia

heysamjo — 2011-03-31 18:22:02Z

Carmen Sylvester (Son of Angelo) was my great-grandfather. In fact, I used to have his pension pin from the police department (It was stolen, still trying to retrieve it!) I also think I have what was Romeo's purple heart (I believe he served on the Hornet.) Sorry, still trying to get my facts straight!

Re: Sylvester (Silvestri) Italy-Philadelphia, PA

heysamjo — 2011-03-31 18:11:51Z

Romeo,James,Angelina (Annie),and John are all my great uncles and aunt. Their brother Carmen was my grandfather, and his son Carmen is my dad. Carmen Jr. (my grandfather) also had a son James (Jim). So that would make Mary Kilyan my great-grandmother. My father has actually told me some funny stories about her, lol! I wrote you an email as well, I hope you are still interested and checking ancestry.com. Hope to hear from you soon!

Re: Elizabeth Sylvester in North Carolina 1830-1840

MarshaFaulkner45 — 2011-03-18 14:10:02Z

I'd like to share information with you with hopes of finding a connection. My Silvester family lived in Missouri but apparently had links to NC. The 1850 census in MO shows themto be mullato and "free". There's a 'story', just as there is with your ancestor. My e-mail address is mstokes27@msn.com.

Re: Sylvester Ancestry

smiller1996 — 2011-03-16 04:35:17Z

Hi, Clara Sylvester Brn 1873 is a decendent of this line. Do you live in Rotherham??

milly sylvester 1938

grendav2001 — 2011-02-23 11:45:09Z

the following is for sylvester researchers.

northern daily mail
west hartlepool
20 january 1938

sylvester
on the 18th inst., at wadsley, sheffield, milly, aged 86 years, beloved wife of the late george sylvester. funeral at sheffield, saturday, january 22cnd. at rest.

Re: Leopold Hugo Sylvester

alicia719 — 2011-02-18 15:41:15Z

This is my great grandfather....please email me!

David Bigelow Sylvester in Virginia

mcginnis75 — 2011-02-17 15:48:10Z

Was wondering if anyone has heard the story of David B Sylvester m. Lucinda Giles in Virginia? David does not exist that I can find, before marriage. The family story is that he was born of a Scottish sea captain, possibly named MacIntyre, in Rhode Island (state correct by census), was a minister and kept marrying women of question, and since this was illegal would keep changing his name when he moved on to another. He supposedly had thirteen wives since he never divorced any of them. Last wife was Lucinda Giles in Rockbridge county, Virginia, where he raised a family and died. Any help would be great.

Carl and Anna Sylwester Adopted Son Melvin Anton Sylwester

leah625 — 2010-12-23 20:25:02Z

My name is Leah Burns (maiden name: Sylwester). Melvin was my paternal grandfather. I know he was adopted but that is as much as I know. I would like to know if anyone knows anything regarding the adoption. Adoption agency? Date of adoption? Circumstances regarding the adoption? Possible birth parents names? When he passed away, he left no paperwork of any kind. Any information you could provide would be greatly appreciated.
Thank you

Sylvester - Augustin Connection: Louisiana

nawlenz — 2010-07-01 19:13:55Z

Seeking information on Lucie Sylvester born approximately 1860 Louisiana (possibly Carencro, LA). She married Joseph Augustin. They had two daughters that I know of Dora Augustin and Ada Augustin. Any information would be appreciated.

Re: Nathanial Joseph Sylvester b1757 London

MaggieG22 — 2010-06-23 10:17:27Z

thank you - appreciate your help. regards Maggie

Re: Nathanial Joseph Sylvester b1757 London

Angelhair65 — 2010-06-23 02:28:39Z

Try looking at the Sylvester family archive , located at the New York University Library.

Sylvesters from Kreis Lauenburg Pomerania

GaryThompson86 — 2010-04-01 14:33:11Z

We recently learned that our great-great-grandfather, Otto August Sylvester lived in Schwartow, Kreis Lauenburg, Pomerania from ca. 1850-1855 approx. This area is in extreme northeast Pomerania near the Baltic Sea. His oldest son's marriage record from 1881 states that : Albert Eduard Sylvester was born in Schwartow Kreis Lauenburg in 1850. His two younger sisters, Amelia and Henriette we assume were also born there. We are also interested in the surname EWALD from this area. Otto's wife was Pauline Ewald born in 1824. Otto was born in 1822. If anyone can provide us with
additional connections we would be extremely grateful.

Sylvester

jwelsch — 2010-03-13 10:22:34Z

MUSCATINE, Iowa – Charlotte J. Sylvester, 104, of Muscatine, died Saturday, August 2, 2008, at Lutheran Homes.

Funeral Service will be 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, August 6, 2008, at the Zion Lutheran Church. Reverend Paul Ostrem will officiate the service. Casket bearers will be Richard Stange, Kyle Flickinger, Troy Flickinger, Kory Kaufmann and Jeremy Edwards. Burial will be in Greenwood Cemetery. A luncheon will be held at Zion Lutheran Church following the committal service.

Visitation will be from 4 to 7 on Tuesday, August 5, 2008, at the Ralph J. Wittich-Riley-Freers Funeral Home. Memorials may be made to the Zion Lutheran Church or the Endowment Fund for Chaplaincy at Lutheran Homes.

Charlotte was born on July 17, 1904, in Muscatine, the daughter of Ernst and Louise Dammann Rueckert. She married Ernest G. Sylvester on September 23, 1924, in Muscatine. He preceded her in death.

She worked at Woolworth’s for 17 years.

She was a member of the Zion Lutheran Church for her entire life, taught Sunday School for 66 years and was a member of the ZLCW.

She was a volunteer for the Salvation Army. She enjoyed crocheting for her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Survivors include one daughter, Mary Ann Stange and husband, Jack of Muscatine; four grandchildren, Cynthia Kaufmann and husband, Fred, Dick Stange and wife, Ann, David Flickinger and friend, Betty, all of Muscatine and Thomas Flickinger and wife, Denise, of Twin Rivers, Wisconsin; nine great-grandchildren; two step-great-grandchildren; five great great-grandchildren; five step-great great-grandchildren; and one sister, Marie Pulse of Tama.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, one daughter, Ruth Flickinger; one grandson, John S. Flickinger; one great-grandson, Timothy J. Stange; one sister, Anna M. Martin, and four brothers, Karl, Paul, Richard and Walter Rueckert.

Otis Sylvester, Rockland, Maine 1901

Cindy_Beane — 2010-03-01 01:14:55Z

I have no connection to this family. This is from the Feb. 18, 1901 issue of the Rockland (Maine) Courier-Gazette in the "Talk of the Town" column. I LOVE to find little tidbits of info. about someone's ancestor. Someday I'll come across one on MY family - lol.

"Otis Sylvester, who has been employed in Cobb, Butler & Co.'s shipyard is minus the end of a thumb and finger as the result of an accident which happened to him last Friday. The missing members belonged to Mr. Sylvester's left hand, but unfortunately Mr. Sylvester is left-handed."