Carre

Nicholas  Carre and Catharine Girard Carre
Oakwood Cemetery, Somers Township, Kenosha County
 

1860 U.S. Federal Census, Somers Township, Kenosha County
Nicholas Carre, age 71, born about 1798, Isle of Guernsey
Catherine Carre, age 70, born 1798, Isle of Guernsey
William Carre, born 1846, Isle of Guernsey

1880 U.S. Federal Census, City of Racine, Wisconsin
William Carre, born 1846
Carrie Carre, spouse, born 1849, Minnesota (her father birthplace Vermont, her mother Mass.)
Arthur Carre, son, born 1879, Wisconsin
Eliza Carre, mother, born 1823, widow
Catherine, grandmother, born 1799

1900 U.S. Federal Census, City of Racine, Wisconsin
William and Carrie married 1877
William, head of household
Carrie (Carrie Estella Leach), spouse
Arthur, son
Lila A. Carre, born January 1881, Wisconsin
Wilma E., born August 1886, Racine
George W. Leach (brother-in-law)

Carre "In the News"

"William Carre received a free stone peach from his daughter, Mrs. Maybree, of Frisco, Cal. that measures ten inches in circumference.  Mr. Carre recently returned from an extended visit with his daughter and states that this peach is quite small in comparison to some grown in the Golden state."
(Source:  Racine Journal Aug. 9, 1910)

"Mrs. Mary Carre Ozanne, with one exception the oldest resident of the Town of Somers, died of acute bronchitis Thursday, October 11, 1906, aged 87 years, 8 months, and 23 days.
She had been failing for some time and her demise would have occurred in a short time from infirmities due to old age, if the illness of which she died had not hastened her departure.
Mrs. Ozanne was born in the Island of Guernsey, January 18, 1819 and was united in marriage to James Ozanne in May 1847.  In June 1850 they sailed for America, landing in Racine and moving immediately to the farm in Somers, already purchased, and upon which they spent the remainder of their lives.  Mr. Ozanne having departed this life December 11, 1872.
Four children were born to them, all of whom survive: E.G. Ozanne, Emma Ozanne and Mrs. Helena Hitler of Somers and A.Z. Ozanne of Tempe, Arizona, also six grandchildren, two great grandchildren and one brother, Daniel Carre of Beatrice, Nebraska.
(Source:  Racine Journal Oct. 19, 1906)

Daniel Carre
(Photo Source:  Johnstonsara public site on Ancestry.com)

"Mrs. Carrie Carre, beloved wife of William Carre, died this morning at 9:30 o'clock at her home 1122 Eighth Street, of heart trouble, aged 48 years.  Deceased was born in Excelsior, Minnesota but came to Racine when a child one year old and resided here ever since.  In 1876 she was united in marriage to William Carre.  She was well and favorably known throughout the city as a good Christian woman.  Besides her husband three survive to mourn her demise two daughters and one sons.  The funeral will take place from the house."
(Source:  Racine Journal April 15, 1907)

"Willie, the youngest son of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Carre, died this morning at 7:30 at their home, 1311 N. Chatham Street, Racine, of scarlet fever after a brief illness, aged 3 years, 3 months, and 19 days.  Two other children are sick with the same disease.  Mr. and Mrs. Carre have the sincere sympathy of the entire community in their sad affliction for it would seem that they were bearing more than their share of trials.  Mr. Carre has been suffering with rheumatism for nearly a year, and only recently was able to be about.  His faithful wife from long attendance on him was afflicted in like manner and was continued to her bed for many weeks and neither of them have the strength necessary to properly care for their sick children.  The case is certainly worthy the attention of such outside assistance as sympathizing friends may be in a position to render."
(Source:  Racine Journal Sept. 28. 1892)

"Invitations have been issued for the marriage of Miss Helena Carre to Mr. C.C. Tinker on the 22nd.  Mr. Tinker now of Chicago, is the son of James H. Tinker who at one time filled the office of County Treasurer."
(Source:  Racine Journal Aug. 23, 1883)

"Mr. Arthur Carre and sister Lyla of Racine, visited at the house of Mr. and Mrs. S.S. Strong during the past week."
(Source:  Racine Journal, Nov. 29, 1900)

"Mr. S.S. Strong and daughter Alice took the train Monday morning for Racine to spend Christmas with Mr. and Mrs. John Carre.
(Source:  Racine Journal, Dec. 27, 1899)

"Mr. and Mrs. John Carre, Mrs. Rachel Carre, Mr. and Mrs. Baker and Mr. and Mrs. Mauzer of Racine were in Somers today."
(Source:  Racine Journal Aug 2, 1900)

"Miss Wilma Carre fell from a cherry tree at Mr. S.S. Strong's and dislocated her shoulder."
(Source:  Racine Journal July 19, 1899)

"Mr. and Mrs. C.C. Tinker of Chicago, Mr. and Mrs. John Carre and son, Johnnie, and Mrs. Rachel Carre of Racine were guests at the home of Mr. and Mrs. S.S. Strong on Thanksgiving."
(Source:  Racine Journal Dec. 6, 1899)

"On Wednesday, the 19th a host of friends having been summoned to attend, assembled at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. John Carre, this time to witness the marriage of their son John to Miss Alice Jones.  This was one of the jolliest weddings it has been our luck to attend.  The refreshments served were bountiful and rare.  The substantial tokens presented to the young couple by the many friends present, represented in a measure the high esteem to which the contracting parties are held.  Thus another couple is made happy and are started on their life's journey, "For better, for worse."
The presents were as follows:
elegant brocaded plush parlor set, from the parents of the groom
sewing machine, from brother Frank Jones
silver butter dish, Mr. and Mrs. C.C. Tinker
silver butter dish Mr. and Mrs. Strong, uncle and aunt of the groom
beautiful French clock, Mr. Renouf
pair of solid silver napkin rings, M.L. Strong and J.L. Mahood
hanging lamp, E.G. Ozanne, wife and sisters, Lena and Emma
glass set and water pitcher, Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Carre and aunt Eliza
water pitcher and goblets, Mr. and Mrs. Wallace
table cloth, napkins and towels, Mr. and Mrs. Tostevin and Ed and Walter
tidy, Kate D.Graham
commode,Mr. and Mrs. J.E. Cuzner and H. Graham
toilet set, Allie and Addie Strong
dinner castor, Mr. and Mrs. J.C. Harding
fall chamber set, Mr. and Mrs. J.W. Mason
center table, Mr. and Mrs. J. Tinker and Sarah, Mr. and Mrs. John Gallien, Mr. and Mrs. L.A. Rittman, Mr. and Mrs. H. Harding, Mr. and Mrs. N.H. Mauzer
cake stand and water pitcher, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Marshall
cut glass fruit dish, Mr. and Mrs. T.J. Griffiths
frosted glass berry dish, Miss Ida Charnley
glass set, Mrs. Lombard
glass water pitcher and goblets, Mr. and Mrs. Bassindale
Aquarium stand, Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Freeman and Mr. and Mrs. M. Freeman
tidy, Miss C.L. Erskine
calling cards, Gertie and Ida Rittman
bible stand,Mr. and Mrs. James C. Galien,
pair beautifully decorated vases, Mr. and Mrs. Otto Ahrens
silver pickle castor, Mr. and Mrs. G. Paddock
tea spoons, silver, Clara, Eddie and Harry Harding
white facinator, Cora Gallien
bible stand, Mr. and Mrs. H. Becker
damask towels,Miss Freeman
hand painted pin cushion, Miss Lilly Graham
bohemian glass vases, Miss Ella Marshall
basket of flowers, Miss Katie Graham
glass egg dish, Miss Hupp
glass and silver bouquet holder, Mr. and Mrs. G. Fish and Miss Alice Ward."
(Source:  Racine Journal Sept 27, 1883)

Ozanne, Edward G.

Edward G. Ozanne
Oakewood Cemetery
(Source:  Photo by Jacqueline Klapproth Nelson.  Copyright October 2011).

Edward G. Ozanne
Edward G. Ozanne, who is engaged in general farming on Section 10, Somers Township, was born August 30, 1854, in the township where he now resides, his parents being James and Mary (Carre) Ozanne, who were natives of the Isle of Guernsey, whence they came to the United States in 1842.  They afterward returned to Guernsey but again came to the new world in 1850.  They were married in 1847 and four children were born to them:  Helena, now the widow of H.A. Hitler, by whom she had one child, Clinton; Alfred, who died in Tempe, Arizona in 1916 leaving three children, Emma, who is living in Somers township; and Edward G.
Edward G. Ozanne (father) purchased a half section of land in Kenosha County the first time that he came to the new world, and upon his return he took up his abode on that farm and continued to make it his place of residence until his death, being numbered among the representative agriculturists of the community.  He passed away in 1892, his grave being made in Oakwood Cemetery.  He was on the Methodist faith and was a local minister of the church, doing everything in his power to promote its growth and extend its influence.  His political belief was that of the Republican party, and he was ever loyal to any cause which he espoused, his life being ever guided by high and honorable principles, while his influence was a potent force for good in the community in which he lived.
Edward G. Ozanne attended the common schools until he reached the age of sixteen years and then concentrated his efforts upon the work of the home farm.  He has since inherited a portion of this farm and has purchased the interest of the other heirs in the property.  later he sold off part of his land but at present owns eight acres - a rich and valuable tract which he has brought to a high state of cultivation and which annually yields to him golden harvests.
In 1881 Mr. Ozanne was married to Miss Ida Clemens, who died in 1895, leaving two children, Edward C. and Mary E.  The former is married and has two children.  Mr. Ozanne was married again October 6, 1898, the lady of his choice being Miss Minnie A. Grimshaw, a daughter of Joseph and Bessie (Lee) Grimshaw, the former a native of England.  The mother, who was born in Somers, is still living in that town.
Mr. Ozanne is identified with the Woodmen Camp at Somers and is of the Methodist faith.
Source: (The City and County of Kenosha, Wisconsin, Vol. II, Chicago, The S.J. Clarke Publishing Co., 1916).

Burials No Gravestone

Larson, James
"James Larson, aged 17 years and 11 months, died on Tuesday morning of appendicitis, at the home of Mrs. and Mrs. Jay L. Bailey.  The news of his death caused a sadness over the entire community.  Jimmie was a favorite among his associates and loved by all who knew him.  He leaves a father and stepmother, two brothers and three sisters to mourn his departure.  The funeral was held from his home on Friday afternoon, conducted by the Danish pastor of Racine, assisted by Rev. O.E. Steward.  Interment at Oakwood Cemetery."
(Source:  Racine Daily April 15, 1901)


Wyman, Michael
"Michael Wyman, one of the pioneers of Racine County, was buried at Somers, Kenosha County, today.  Mr. Wyman was 80 years old and came to this country in 1842, went away again and returned in 1846.  In 1849 he was one of the many who went to California in search of gold.  Until three years ago he lived in the Town of Mt. Pleasant.  By trade he was a blacksmith and conducted a shop in Mt. Pleasant for many years."
(Source:  Racine Journal April 10, 1903)

Note:  Michael Wyman married Lucy Emmaline Sanborn in 1848.  Lucy died July 5, 1880 in Mt. Pleasant, Adams, Wisconsin.  Michael and Lucy had children, one a daughter Helena who was born 1853 in Wisconsin.  Helena married Walter Dearsley in 1875, lived in the Berryville area near Lake Michigan, in Somers Township.  The 1900 US Federal Census shows Michael Wyman lived with his daughter (Helena Wyman Dearsley) and son in law (Walter Dearsley).  More information on the Dearsley family on these blogs.

Hunter, Fred
"The remains of the late Fred Hunter of New Orleans, Louisiana were brought to Oakwood Cemetery for interment on Sunday."
(Source:  Racine Journal Times, publication date October 23, 1918)


Rasmussen or Robinson
"Below is a portion of a letter received here today and will be of interest to the friends of the dead man mentioned:
Frank Robinson or Rassmussen formerly of Racine, with his sister, Hana, were brought up in the Taylor orphan asylum, having been placed there at a very early age by his father.  The above mentioned was at one time in the employ of J. I. Case as a coachman.  The late Frank Robinson or Rassmussen met with an accident from which he died at the Mercy Hospital in Chicago July 1, and was buried at the Oakwood Cemetery on July 4, 1901.  He left Hana Robinson or Rassmussen as his beneficiary of $1,000 life insurance in the Independent Order of Foresters, of which he was a member of Court Fearless, No. 3710, also a member of the Knights of Pythius.  Any communication in regard to the above would be gladly received by Clyde H. Marsh, Rec. Sec. 3250 Prairie Avenue, Chicago.
(Source:  Racine Weekly Journal, publication date July 25, 1902).

Olson
Jeanette Olson, the seven year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Peter Olson, 1420 Clark Street, died last evening.  The funeral will take place from her former home at 1:30 o
clock and interment to be in Oakwood Cemetery, Somers, Kenosha County.
(Source:  Racine Daily Journal, publication dated May 22, 1907).


Steinmeller
"The little son of Mrs. Louis Steinmeller was laid to rest Monday afternoon in Oakwood Cemetery."
(Source:  Racine Daily Journal, publication date October 14, 1908).

Bishop
Funeral services for the late Spence Bishop whose death occurred in Texas last week, were held from the Hansen Funeral Home, Kenosha, Saturday afternoon, Rev. Hogan of the Plymouth Congregational Church officiating.  The remains were interred beside his parents, the late Mr. and Mrs. E.S. Bishop, at the Oakwood Cemetery.
(Source:  Racine Journal Times, publication date March 10, 1933).


Mary Carre Ozanne
Mrs. Mary Carre Ozanne, with one exception the oldest resident of the Town of Somers, died of acute bronchitis Thursday, October 11, 1906, aged 87 years, 8 months, and 23 days.
She had been failing for some time and her demise would have occurred in a short time from infirmities due to old age, if the illness of which she died had not hastened her departure.
Mrs. Ozanne was born in the Isle of Guernsey, January 18, 1810 and was united in marriage to James Ozanne in May 1847.  In June 1850 they sailed for America, landing in Racine and moving immediately to the farm in Somers, already purchased, and upon which they spent the remainder of their lives, Mr. Ozanne, having departed this life December 11, 1872.
Four children were born to them, all of whom survive, E.G. Ozanne, Emma Ozanne, and Mrs. Helena Hitler of Somers and A.Z. Ozanne of Tempe, Arizona, also six grandchildren, two great-grandchildren, and one brother, Daniel Carre of Beatrice, Neb.
Mrs. Ozanne was in early life an attendant of the Episcopal Church and was converted at the early age of ten years.  She united with the Methodist Episcopal Church at the age of fourteen, a membership of 73 years.  She was a devoted Christian.  The funeral service was held from her late home Saturday afternoon, conducted by Rev. Rollins of Racine, a former Pastor of the Somers M.E. Church.  Burial at Oakwood Cemetery. (Source:  Racine Journal Times, publication October 19, 1906).

Strong, Samuel Sanford, and Louisa Carre



Louisa Carre Strong, wife of Samuel Sanford Strong
(Source:  Photo by Jacqueline Klapproth Nelson. Copyright October 2011)

Louisa Strong
"Mrs. Louisa Strong, one of our pioneer settlers, departed this life Monday evening, September 2, 1901 after an illness of several months.  Mrs. Strong had almost reached the limit of four score years, being born May 19, 1829 in the Isle of Guernsey.  Her maiden name was Louisa Carre.  She came to America with the family of James Ozanne and has been a resident of Somers Township ever since.  In 1855 she was united in marriage to Samuel Sanford Strong, whose death occurred January 11, 1901.  This union was blessed with four daughters and one son.  Three daughters and the son having preceded the father and mother.  The deceased was a woman of many noble traits of character.  One daughter, Miss Alice Strong, one brother, Daniel Carre of Beatrice, Neb., and one sister, Mrs. Mary Ozanne of Somers, besides a large circle of friends survive.  The funeral was held from her late home Wednesday afternoon, conducted by the Presbyterian Church.  Internment was held in Oakwood Cemetery.  Mr. and Mrs. William Carre of Racine and Mrs. Rachelle Carre of Racine attended the funeral."
(Source:  Racine Journal Times, publication dated September 10, 1901)

Samuel Sanford Strong
"Mr. Strong is a farmer who owns property in Section 10 in the Township of Somers.  He was born in Ohio in 1827.  He came to Kenosha County in 1851 and located on the farm he now cultivates.  He is a Member and Elder of the Presbyterian Church and has been a a member of the Board of Town Supervisors since 1874.  He married in Somers Township on January 11, 1855, Miss Louisa Harris, a native of the Isle of Guernsey.  The have three children:  Mary L., Alice E., and Addie A.  Mr. Strong is the owner of 160 acres of land.
(Source:  The History of Racine and Kenosha Counties, Wisconsin, Western Historical Company, Chicago, 1879)

Samuel Sanford Strong Obit
Again the angel of death has entered and taken from our midst one of the most honored and respected of our citizens.  Samuel Sanford Strong departed this life at his late home, Friday morning, January 11, after an illness of several weeks.  The deceased was born in Strongsville, Ohio, May 22, 1827.  He came to Wisconsin in 1849.  On January 11, 1855, he was united in marriage to Miss Louisa Carre, his death occurring on the 46th anniversary of their marriage.  Five children were born to them of which number but one daughter survives.  Mr. Strong was a charter member of the Presbyterian Church of this place and was an ordained deacon of the church in 1872.  He was president of the Somers Mutual Fire Insurance Co. for years and a member of the Somers Town Board for a number of terms.  He always manifested great interest and zeal in educational lines.  He was a man of integrity, upright and honest in all his dealings.  Besides a wife, Mrs. Louisa, one daughter, Miss Alice Strong, 2 brothers, Merrick of Strongsville, Ohio and Newton of Hudson, Michigan and a large host of friends mourn his departure. 
(Source:  The Racine Weekly, publication date Jan 14, 1901)

Partial 1887 Map of Somers Township, Kenosha County
S.S. Strong parcel, Section 10