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     Martha Ellen VanZant was born on 10 May 1840 at Highland County, Ohio.² She was the daughter of Joshua VanZant and Mary Ann Thayer.¹ Martha Ellen VanZant married William Henry Smith, son of William Zophar Smith and Catherine Duryea, on 18 December 1859 at Kendall County, Illinois.¹ Martha Ellen VanZant died on 2 November 1901 at Joliet, Will County, Illinois, at age 61.² She was buried at Aux Sable Cemetery, Aux Sable Township, Grundy County, Illinois.³

     William Henry Smith was born on 12 January 1836 at North Hempstead Township, Livingston County, New York.¹ He was the son of William Zophar Smith and Catherine Duryea.³ William Henry Smith married Martha Ellen VanZant, daughter of Joshua VanZant and Mary Ann Thayer, on 18 December 1859 at Kendall County, Illinois.¹ William Henry Smith died on 11 February 1903 at Joliet, Will County, Illinois, at age 67.² His obituary read, "W.H. Smith died February 11 at Joliet from paralysis. The funeral was held Friday, by Rev. Mr. Laing conducting the service at the home of Rev. E.A. Beddoes officiating at the Aux Sable Cemetery, where the remains were laid to rest besides those of his wife, who died a little over a year ago. Mr. Smith was born in Montgomery County, New York in 1836; came to Illinois in 1856 and in 1857 was married to Miss Martha E. VanZant. Four children survive the father - Mrs. J.A. Waters and Avert Smith of Joliet, Mrs. Hattie Pilkington and Miss Ella Smith of Chicago. Deceased was a former resident of Kendall County."² He was buried at Aux Sable Cemetery, Aux Sable Township, Grundy County, Illinois.²

     John William VanZant was born on 11 July 1845 at Highland County, Ohio.¹ He was the son of Joshua VanZant and Mary Ann Thayer.¹ John William VanZant married Adala Frances Kenison, daughter of Henry Harry Kenison and Arvilla Hawerly Smith, on 12 May 1866.¹ John William VanZant died on 28 January 1917 at Garden Township, Boone County, Illinois, at age 71.¹ His obituary read, "John W. Van Zandt, a well known and respected citizen of Madrid, is a prominent factor in financial circles as president of the Farmers Savings Bank. His birth occurred in Highland county, OH, on the 11th of July, 1845, John's parents being Joshua and Mary Ann (Thayer) Van Zandt, the former born in VA on the 2nd of February, 1818, and the latter in VT in 1822. In 1850 the family home was established in Kendall county, IL, and Joshua Van Zandt there resided until called to his final rest in May, 1899. His wife passed away in 1891. They were the parents of the following children: Mrs. Martha Smith, who is deceased; Mrs. Jane Andrews, who has also passed away; John W., of this review; George W., who resides on the old home farm in Kendall county, IL; Mrs. Mary Falkenberg, living at Minooka, IL; Frank, who makes his home in Eureka, CA; and Mrs. Hulda Falkenberg, of Joliet, IL. The three eldest children were born in OH and the younger members of the family in IL. John W. Van Zandt, who was a little lad of five years when taken by his parents to Kendall county, IL, there attended the common schools and early in life turned his attention to agricultural pursuits. In May, 1864, he enlisted for one hundred days' service as a member of Company H, One Hundred and Thirty-eighth IL Volunteer Infantry, but remained with the Union troops about six months, being detailed to guard railroad property in MO and adjoining states. He participated in several skirmishes and was honorably discharged at Springfield in November, 1864. In 1879 Mr. Van Zandt brought his family to Garden township, Boone county, IA, and for a number of years successfully cultivated one of the valuable and productive farms of the district, winning a gratifying measure of prosperity in his undertakings. At the present time he serves as president of the Farmers Savings Bank of Madrid, of which institution he is one of the heaviest stockholders and the continued growth and success of which is largely attributable to his able management and direction. He owns a handsome and well appointed residence in Madrid and is widely recognized as one of the prosperous and leading citizens of the community. On the12th of May, 1866, Mr. Van Zandt was united in marriage to Miss Addie Kennison, who was born in VT on the 8th of November, 1848, her parents being Henry and Arvilla (Smith) Kennison, likewise natives of that state. The father passed away in Wilmington, IL, in 1857, while the mother's demise also occurred in Will county, that state. Their children were as follows: Delos, who is deceased; Mrs. Sarah Mason, who is a resident of Madrid, IA; Mrs. Evaline Frise, also of Madrid, IA; Frank, who passed away in Kossuth county, IA; J. S., who was born on the 4th of September, 1845, and resides in Madrid, IA; Mrs. Susan Copp, deceased; and Mrs. Addie Van Zandt. The above named were born in VT and reared in IL. Unto Mr. and Mrs. Van Zandt have been born five children, four of whom still survive. William H., whose birth occurred on the nth of October, 1867, was a graduate of the IA Agricultural College and was employed as postal clerk on the Milwaukee road from Marion to Council Bluffs. He passed away on the 7th of July, 1908. Mrs. Nettie M. Story, who was born on the 2Oth of June, 1869, is a resident of Ames, IA. E. G., whose natal day was December 19, 1872, has been a postal carrier in Des Moines for the past fourteen years. Mrs. Cora Valline, who was born September 9, 1876, resides in Boone, IA, her husband being a locomotive engineer in the employ of the Chicago & Northwestern Railway. Joshua, born April 24, 1890, is a graduate of the Madrid high school and the Capital City Commercial College of Des Moines, Polk, IA, and is now in the employ of Davidson Brothers of Des Moines. All except the last named, who is a native of Garden township, this county, were born in IL. Mr. Van Zandt is a republican in politics and has always been interested and active in the work of the party in his home comrhuoHyi1' He has held all of the township offices and ably served as assessor of Garden township for many years, while at the present time he acts as assessor of the city of Madrid. He serves on the school board of Garden township and for the past eighteen years has been a valued member of the Madrid board of education. His cooperation and support can ever be counted upon to further any movement or measure instituted to promote the general welfare and he is widely recognized as a most loyal, public- spirited and progressive citizen. He is identified with the Grand Army of the Republic as a member of John Filmer Post, No. 347, of Madrid, of which he has long been quartermaster, and for one year served as its commander. His wife is a devoted and consistent member of the Madrid Christian church. Both Mr. and Mrs. Van Zandt are widely and favorably known throughout the county, having gained many friends during the long period of their residence here."²

     Adala Frances Kenison was born on 10 November 1848 at Vermont.¹ She was the daughter of Henry Harry Kenison and Arvilla Hawerly Smith.² Adala Frances Kenison married John William VanZant, son of Joshua VanZant and Mary Ann Thayer, on 12 May 1866.¹ Adala Frances Kenison died on 4 June 1918 at Garden Township, Boone County, Iowa, at age 69.²

     Eliza Jane VanZant was born in 1842 at Highland County, Ohio.² She was the daughter of Joshua VanZant and Mary Ann Thayer.¹ Eliza Jane VanZant married George W. Andrews on 20 December 1867 at Grundy County, Illinois.² Eliza Jane VanZant died on 19 May 1874 at Grundy County, Illinois.²

     Mary Ann VanZant was born on 28 October 1853 at Lisbon, Kendall County, Illinois.² She was the daughter of Joshua VanZant and Mary Ann Thayer.¹ Mary Ann VanZant married Matthew Martin Falkenberg, son of Peter Falkenberg and Maria Catharina Crusing, on 24 December 1871 at Grundy County, Illinois.² Mary Ann VanZant died on 28 April 1924 at Kendall County, Illinois, at age 70.²

     Matthew Martin Falkenberg was born on 15 March 1846 at Tonawanda, Erie County, New York.¹ He was the son of Peter Falkenberg and Maria Catharina Crusing.¹ Matthew Martin Falkenberg married Mary Ann VanZant, daughter of Joshua VanZant and Mary Ann Thayer, on 24 December 1871 at Grundy County, Illinois.² Matthew Martin Falkenberg died on 15 July 1914 at Seward Township, Kendall County, Illinois, at age 68.¹

     George Washington VanZandt was born on 25 August 1849 at Pike County, Ohio.^2,3,4 He was the son of Joshua VanZant and Mary Ann Thayer.¹ George Washington VanZandt married Mary Louise Williams, daughter of William J. Williams and Almyra S. Lamb, on 1 January 1874 at Kendall County, Illinois.¹ George Washington VanZandt died on 14 December 1920 at Seward Township, Kendall County, Illinois, at age 71.⁴ He was buried at Aux Sable Cemetery, Aux Sable, Grundy County, Illinois.⁵

     Mary Louise Williams was born on 30 January 1847 at Eagleville, Ashtabula County, Ohio.² She was the daughter of William J. Williams and Almyra S. Lamb.¹ Mary Louise Williams married George Washington VanZandt, son of Joshua VanZant and Mary Ann Thayer, on 1 January 1874 at Kendall County, Illinois.² Mary Louise Williams died on 6 February 1922 at Seward Township, Kendall County, Illinois, at age 75.¹ Her obituary read, "Mrs. Mary VanZant passed away at her home, Monday morning February 6 at the age of seventy-five years and one week. She had been ill several days but her condition became critical on Friday. Born January 30, 1847, in Eaglesville, Ohio, she came to Illinois with her parents in 1849 and resided in Lake County until 1853, when she removed to Morris and later to White Willow. In 1874 she was united in marriage to George VanZant and forty years ago moved to the home where she passed away. Surviving her are four daughters, Mrs. Ernest VanZant of Des Moines, Iowa, Mrs. Julius Soland in the home, Mrs. Leonard Jager of Joliet, Mrs. Sherman Platt of Morris, and two sons, Asa of Morris and Joshua on the home farm. She also had fifteen grandchildren and great grandchildren. She leaves a sister, Mrs. Josie Searles of Minooka, four brothers, Frank and William of Fergusen, Canada; Eugene of Joliet, and Sam of Minooka. The funeral was held from the home on Wednesday to the church at 2:00 o'clock. Rev. Paul Carson of Minooka officiated. Miss Audrey and Edna Bell sang "Beautiful Isle of Somewhere", "Face to Face", and "God be with you until we meet again". The pall bearers were Mesara D.E. Creek, John Buckely, Walter Sohan, Eufus Churchill, Ellis Jones and Will Williamson."³ She was buried at Aux Sable Cemetery, Aux Sable, Grundy County, Illinois.³

     Joseph H. VanZant was born in 1855.¹ He was the son of Joshua VanZant and Mary Ann Thayer.¹ Joseph H. VanZant died on 21 November 1864 at Illinois.¹

     Hulda Viola VanZant was born on 28 December 1857 at Lisbon Township, Kendall County, Illinois.² She was the daughter of Joshua VanZant and Mary Ann Thayer.¹ Hulda Viola VanZant married Hubertus Martin Falkenberg, son of Peter Falkenberg and Maria Catharina Crusing, on 13 January 1876 at Grundy County, Illinois.¹ Hulda Viola VanZant died on 20 January 1915 at Joliet, Will County, Illinois, at age 57.³

     Hubertus Martin Falkenberg was born on 15 June 1839 at Germany.¹ He was the son of Peter Falkenberg and Maria Catharina Crusing.² Hubertus Martin Falkenberg married Hulda Viola VanZant, daughter of Joshua VanZant and Mary Ann Thayer, on 13 January 1876 at Grundy County, Illinois.³ Hubertus Martin Falkenberg died on 9 March 1896 at Seward Township, Kendall County, Illinois, at age 56.¹

     Frank Clayton VanZant was born on 20 December 1859 at Seward Township, Kendall County, Illinois.² He was the son of Joshua VanZant and Mary Ann Thayer.¹ Frank Clayton VanZant married Hannah Elizabeth Palmer, daughter of Edward Palmer and Sarah Coughlin, on 14 February 1883 at Kendall County, Illinois.¹ Frank Clayton VanZant died on 6 June 1936 at Gardena, Los Angeles County, California, at age 76.³

     Hannah Elizabeth Palmer was born on 22 January 1864 at Mudge Hollow, Canada.¹ She was the daughter of Edward Palmer and Sarah Coughlin.² Hannah Elizabeth Palmer married Frank Clayton VanZant, son of Joshua VanZant and Mary Ann Thayer, on 14 February 1883 at Kendall County, Illinois.³ Hannah Elizabeth Palmer died on 22 February 1941 at Anaheim, Orange County, California, at age 77.¹

     Letitia VanZant was born on 19 September 1861.¹ She was the daughter of Joshua VanZant and Mary Ann Thayer.¹ Letitia VanZant died on 22 September 1861.¹

     Ella M. Smith was born circa 1865 at Illinois.¹ She was the daughter of William Henry Smith and Martha Ellen VanZant.¹

     William R. Courtney was born on 31 January 1783 at Ireland.¹ He died on 7 December 1859 at age 76.¹

     Sara Athey was born on 3 April 1809.¹ She died in 1883.¹

     Adolph Dilliner was born in March 1870 at Virginia.¹ He was the son of George Ira Dilliner and Letitia Ann VanZandt.¹

     Robert William Nesbit was born in May 1837 at Scotland.¹ He died on 13 March 1908 at Iowa at age 70.²

     Anna E. Lloyd was born in August 1846 at at sea.¹ She died on 16 August 1932 at California.²

     Milo Dodd was born on 24 July 1874 at Iowa.² He died on 12 July 1934 at Iowa at age 59.²

     Dollie Evans was born on 13 December 1876 at Illinois.¹ She died on 29 March 1941 at Iowa at age 64.¹

     Edison Burkey was born circa 1901 at Iowa.¹ He married Gwendolyn Iris McNutt, daughter of William Francis McNutt and Clara E. Stogsdill.¹

     Charles Lawrence Newlon was born on 21 July 1878 at Taylor County, West Virginia.¹ He was the son of Salathial Johnson Newlon and Lydia Bartlett.² Charles Lawrence Newlon married Jamima W. "Miney" Wines, daughter of Samuel Wines and Sudna "Sidney" McMullen, on 7 October 1900 at Roane County, West Virginia.^1,3 Charles Lawrence Newlon died on 17 May 1949 at Huntington, Cabell County, West Virginia, at age 70.^1,2 He was buried at Springhill Cemetery.²

     Lydia Bartlett was born on 8 February 1846 at Virginia.² She died on 8 November 1937 at West Virginia at age 91.²

     Salathial Johnson Newlon was born on 18 April 1839 at Virginia.¹ He died on 13 July 1908 at West Virginia at age 69.¹

     Ella Wines was born on 10 May 1884 at West Virginia.¹ She was the daughter of Samuel Wines and Sudna "Sidney" McMullen.¹

     Hubby Wines was born on 23 May 1891 at Roane County, West Virginia.¹ He was the son of Samuel Wines and Sudna "Sidney" McMullen.¹ Hubby Wines married Lenora Corbett in 1912.² Hubby Wines died on 24 March 1964 at Spencer, Roane County, West Virginia, at age 72.³