Evelyn Noreen Morgan
1918 - 2006 (87 years)
Generation: 1
Generation: 3
Generation: 4
1. Evelyn Noreen Morgan was born on 23 Jul 1918 in Royal, Clay County, Iowa (daughter of James Millard Morgan and Mattie Rose Clifton); died on 12 Jun 2006 in California; was buried in Pacific Crest Cemetery, Redondo Beach, Los Angeles County, California. Notes:
Evelyn Morgan retail salesperson
Evelyn Morgan, 87, of Tulane died Monday, June 12, 2006. She was a retail salesperson.
Visitation will be 2-7 p.m. Thursday at Miller Memorial Chapel, Visalia. Service will be 1 p.m. Friday at Halverson, Stone and Myers Chapel, Torrance. Burial will be at Pacific crest Cemetery, Redondo Beach.
Visalia Times-Delta, Visalia, California. Wednesday, 13 June 2006.
Buried:
https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/33864196/e.-noreen-morgan
Section 7, Lot 833, Grave 6Evelyn married Oliver Wendell Morgan on 15 Feb 1938 in Sisseton, South Dakota. Oliver was born on 1 Nov 1914 in Peterson, Clay County, Iowa; died on 24 Nov 2007 in California; was buried in Pacific Crest Cemetery, Redondo Beach, Los Angeles County, California. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]
2. James Millard Morgan was born on 16 Jan 1899 in Clay County, Iowa (son of John Josiah Morgan and Rhoda Alveretta Crosby); died on 16 Feb 1932 in Royal, Clay County, Iowa; was buried on 19 Feb 1932 in Trimello Cemetery, Clay County, Iowa. Other Events:
- Census: 1925, Royal, Clay County, Iowa
- Census: 1930, Royal, Clay County, Iowa
Notes:
Buried:
https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/71823614/james-millard-morganJames married Mattie Rose Clifton on 4 Jan 1917 in Moneta, Iowa. Mattie (daughter of George Andrew Clifton and Evaline Matilda Hedges) was born on 26 Feb 1884 in Homer, Champaign County, Illinois; died on 24 Aug 1978 in Sunset, Davis County, Utah; was buried in Pacific Crest Cemetery, Redondo Beach, Los Angeles County, California. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]
3. 
Mattie Rose Clifton was born on 26 Feb 1884 in Homer, Champaign County, Illinois (daughter of George Andrew Clifton and Evaline Matilda Hedges); died on 24 Aug 1978 in Sunset, Davis County, Utah; was buried in Pacific Crest Cemetery, Redondo Beach, Los Angeles County, California. Other Events:
- Occupation: mail carrier
- Census: 1940, Royal, Clay County, Iowa
Notes:
Buried:
https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/64570274/mattie-rose-morganChildren:
- 1. Evelyn Noreen Morgan was born on 23 Jul 1918 in Royal, Clay County, Iowa; died on 12 Jun 2006 in California; was buried in Pacific Crest Cemetery, Redondo Beach, Los Angeles County, California.
- John Donald Morgan was born on 14 Nov 1919 in Royal, Clay County, Iowa; died on 4 Feb 1987 in Gardena, Los Angeles County, California; was buried in Pacific Crest Cemetery, Redondo Beach, Los Angeles County, California.
- James Millard Morgan was born on 25 Oct 1921 in Royal, Clay County, Iowa; died in 2013 in Levelland, Hockley County, Texas; was buried in Rest Haven Memorial Park, Evendale, Hamilton County, Ohio.
- Lowell Clifton Morgan was born on 3 Sep 1932 in Royal, Clay County, Iowa; died on 26 Apr 2011 in Sunset, Davis County, Utah; was buried in Evergreen Memorial Park, Ogden, Weber County, Utah.
Generation: 3
4. John Josiah Morgan was born on 23 Mar 1853 in Michigan; died on 16 Mar 1929 in Plentywood, Sheridan County, Montana; was buried in Plentywood Cemetery, Plentywood, Sheridan County, Montana. Other Events:
- Census: 1900, Lone Tree, Clay County, Iowa
- Census: 1910, Valley County, Montana
- Census: 1920, Sheridan County, Montana
Notes:
John J. Morgan Crosses Divide
Funeral Services for Prominent Sheridan Pioneer Tuesday
John J. Morgan, widely known Sheridan county farmer, passed away Saturday at the Sheridan memorial Hospital, after an illness of but a short duration, death being caused by pneumonia.
His death marks the passing of one of the early pioneers of this region, he having come here in 1907 and filed on a homestead twelve miles west of Plentywood, which has been his home since.
Mr. Morgan was born in Michigan, March 23, 1854. When he was five years old he moved with his parents to Dayton, Wisconsin. At the age of seventeen he journeyed with his parents to Clay County, Iowa in a covered wagon, and a few years later to Laramie, Wyoming, where he spent two years. At the age of 24 he returned to Iowa and was married to Rhoda A. Crosby on March 30, 1879, at Trimello, Iowa.
He leaves to mourn his loss his wife, two sisters who reside in Iowa and eight children: Mrs. H.H. Harderson, Mrs. Chas. Madsen, Mrs. Hans Madsen, of Arhcer; Mrs. Elsie Kent, Cedar Falls, Iowa; Mrs. L.J. Helgeson, Poplar, Montana; Mrs. Lynne E. Fortsch, Williston, N. Dak.; James Morgan, Royal, Iowa; and Frank W. Morgan, Anaconda.
A daughter, Mrs. Freddie Snyder, died at Storm Lake, Iowa, December last.
Shorty after Mr. Morgan was married he was converted and joined the Methodist Episcopal church. Later he became a member of the Free Methodist Church.
Mr. Morgan died Marsh 16 - just one week prior to his 76th birthday and two weeks prior to the date that would have marked the Golden Anniversary of his wedding.
He was a man widely known thruout this section of Montana as well as in the Iowa territory where he resided for many years. He leaves a host of friends who have esteemed him highly for his sterling character, neighborliness and progressiveness.
Funeral services were held at the Congregational church Tuesday afternoon, Rev. Clifford officiating.
Plentywood Herald, Plentywood, Montana. Thursday, 21 March 1926.
Buried:
https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/131363857/john-josiah-morganJohn married Rhoda Alveretta Crosby on 30 Mar 1879 in Trimello, Clay County, Iowa. Rhoda was born on 20 May 1860 in Iowa; died on 29 Mar 1948 in Enumclaw, King County, Washington; was buried in Enumclaw Evergreen Memorial Park, King County, Washington. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]
5. Rhoda Alveretta Crosby was born on 20 May 1860 in Iowa; died on 29 Mar 1948 in Enumclaw, King County, Washington; was buried in Enumclaw Evergreen Memorial Park, King County, Washington. Other Events:
- Census: 1930, Sheridan County, Montana
- Census: 1940, Sheridan County, Montana
Notes:
Buried:
https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/67638732/rhoda-alveretta-morganChildren:
- 2. James Millard Morgan was born on 16 Jan 1899 in Clay County, Iowa; died on 16 Feb 1932 in Royal, Clay County, Iowa; was buried on 19 Feb 1932 in Trimello Cemetery, Clay County, Iowa.
6. 
George Andrew Clifton was born on 29 Feb 1864 in DeWitt County, Illinois (son of Andrew Jackson Clifton and Harriet Jane Alsip); died on 4 Feb 1942 in Spencer, Clay County, Iowa; was buried on 6 Feb 1942 in Trimello Cemetery, Clay County, Iowa. Other Events:
- Census: 1900, Lone Tree, Clay County, Iowa
- Census: 1910, Lone Tree, Clay County, Iowa
- Census: 1920, Lone Tree, Clay County, Iowa
- Census: 1925, Lone Tree, Clay County, Iowa
- Census: 1930, Lone Tree, Clay County, Iowa
Notes:
MHR note: At age 17 George enlisted in the 10th Indiana Cavalry, Co. A, serving one year and honorably discharged. Enlisted in the 10th Indiana Cavalry in Kentucky and served two years, to the end of the Civil War.
He retired in 1930 and they moved to Royal Iowa.
Buried:
https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/112168268/george-andrew-cliftonGeorge married Evaline Matilda Hedges on 28 Jul 1886 in Danville, Vermilion County, Illinois. Evaline (daughter of James Alva Hedges and Philora Allen) was born on 1 Mar 1867 in Rowan County, Kentucky; died on 14 Sep 1933 in Royal, Clay County, Iowa; was buried on 17 Sep 1933 in Trimello Cemetery, Clay County, Iowa. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]
7. 
Evaline Matilda Hedges was born on 1 Mar 1867 in Rowan County, Kentucky (daughter of James Alva Hedges and Philora Allen); died on 14 Sep 1933 in Royal, Clay County, Iowa; was buried on 17 Sep 1933 in Trimello Cemetery, Clay County, Iowa. Notes:
MHR note: Eva died three weeks after an appendicitis operation.
Buried:
https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/71823407/evaline-matilda-cliftonChildren:
- Wilfred Andrew Clifton was born on 9 Jun 1887 in Homer, Champaign County, Illinois; died on 11 Aug 1889 in Homer, Champaign County, Illinois.
- Pearlie Dee Clifton was born on 26 Aug 1888 in Homer, Champaign County, Illinois; died on 27 Oct 1892 in Homer, Champaign County, Illinois.
- Roy Newton Clifton was born on 8 Jan 1890 in Homer, Champaign County, Illinois; died on 23 Dec 1892 in Homer, Champaign County, Illinois.
- Ella Mae Clifton was born on 25 Mar 1892 in Homer, Champaign County, Illinois; died on 11 Sep 1982 in Spencer, Clay County, Iowa; was buried in Riverside Cemetery, Spencer, Clay County, Iowa.
- 3. Mattie Rose Clifton was born on 26 Feb 1884 in Homer, Champaign County, Illinois; died on 24 Aug 1978 in Sunset, Davis County, Utah; was buried in Pacific Crest Cemetery, Redondo Beach, Los Angeles County, California.
- Harry Orville Clifton was born on 2 Mar 1896 in Everly, Clay County, Iowa; died on 25 Jul 1965 in Clay County, Iowa; was buried in Trimello Cemetery, Clay County, Iowa.
- Walter Russell Clifton was born on 28 Mar 1898 in Everly, Clay County, Iowa; died on 23 Aug 1963 in Oakland, Alameda County, California; was buried in Chapel of the Chimes Memorial Park, Hayward, Alameda County, California.
- Mabel Inez Clifton was born on 6 Apr 1899 in Everly, Clay County, Iowa; died on 23 Nov 1936 in St. Peter, Houston County, Minnesota; was buried in Woodlawn Cemetery, St. Peter, Le Sueur County, Minnesota.
- Viola Jane Clifton was born on 5 Nov 1900 in Lone Tree, Clay County, Iowa; died on 7 Feb 1957 in Spencer, Clay County, Iowa; was buried in Willow Creek Cemetery, Royal, Clay County, Iowa.
- Philora LaVina Clifton was born on 29 Jul 1905 in Everly, Clay County, Iowa; died on 20 Feb 1975 in Spencer, Clay County, Iowa; was buried in Lone Tree Cemetery, Everly, Clay County, Iowa.
- Lottie Margaret Clifton was born on 7 May 1907 in Everly, Clay County, Iowa; died on 18 Oct 1995 in Palo Alto County, Iowa; was buried in Evergreen Cemetery, Emmetsburg, Palo Alto County, Iowa.
Generation: 4
12. Andrew Jackson Clifton was born in 1829 in Vance Township, Vermilion County, Illinois; died on 1 Apr 1895; was buried in Pine Ridge Cemetery, Loda, Iroquois County, Illinois. Other Events:
- Census: 1860, Texas Township, DeWitt County, Illinois
- Census: 1870, Champaign, Champaign County, Illinois
- Census: 1880, Vance Township, Vermilion County, Illinois
- Census: 1900, Center, Grant County, Indiana
Notes:
Buried:
https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/53545244/andrew-jackson-cliftonAndrew married Harriet Jane Alsip on 27 Jun 1857 in DeWitt County, Illinois. Harriet (daughter of John Baynard Alsip and Mary Ann McDonald) was born on 7 Nov 1835 in Illinois; died on 29 Apr 1904 in Paxton, Ford County, Illinois; was buried in Pine Ridge Cemetery, Loda, Iroquois County, Illinois. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]
13. Harriet Jane Alsip was born on 7 Nov 1835 in Illinois (daughter of John Baynard Alsip and Mary Ann McDonald); died on 29 Apr 1904 in Paxton, Ford County, Illinois; was buried in Pine Ridge Cemetery, Loda, Iroquois County, Illinois. Notes:
The late Mrs. H.J. Clifton died at her home April 27th, 1904. She was born Nov. 7th, 1836, and was united in marriage in 1856 to A.J. Clifton. To that union was born ten children, six of whom are left to mourn her loss – two sons and four daughters; also three brothers and twenty-seven grand children. She was a faithful, loving mother and companion. Her husband died nine years ago, but she bore her loss with Christian fortitude, never murmuring not complaining. She joined the Baptists in Dewitt soon after marriage. Some fifteen years ago she, with her husband, united with the Baptist church at Penfield, and she lived a faithful Christian life until death removed her. Funeral services were held at the late home on Friday afternoon at 2 o’clock, the Rev. G.W. Dodson, of Henning, officiating. The interment took place in Loda cemetery.
The Paxton Record, Paxton, Illinois. Thursday, 12 May 1904.
Buried:
https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/63015708/harriet-jane-cliftonChildren:
- Laura Ann Clifton was born about 1860 in Illinois; died before 1900.
- Malinda Clifton was born about 1862 in Illinois.
- 6. George Andrew Clifton was born on 29 Feb 1864 in DeWitt County, Illinois; died on 4 Feb 1942 in Spencer, Clay County, Iowa; was buried on 6 Feb 1942 in Trimello Cemetery, Clay County, Iowa.
- Margaret Clifton was born on 17 Nov 1867 in Champaign County, Illinois; died on 6 Apr 1928 in Catlin, Vermilion County, Illinois; was buried in Oakridge Cemetery, Catlin, Vermilion County, Illinois.
- Ida May Clifton was born on 24 Sep 1872 in Illinois; died on 28 Aug 1946 in Delphi, Carroll County, Indiana; was buried in Grand View Cemetery, West Lafayette, Tippecanoe County, Indiana.
- Mary Ellen Clifton was born on 20 Mar 1871 in Champaign County, Illinois; died in 1953; was buried in Tomlinson Cemetery, Champaign County, Illinois.
- John Oscar Clifton was born on 18 May 1871 in Illinois; died on 12 Sep 1937.
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James Alva Hedges was born on 14 Sep 1843 in Fleming County, Kentucky (son of William Ribelin Hedges and Malinda Russell Cassity); died on 3 Nov 1921 in Danville, Vermilion County, Illinois; was buried on 5 Nov 1921 in Fairfield Cemetery, Newman, Douglas County, Illinois. Other Events:
- Religion: Center Point Church
- _MILT: Civil War
- Census: 1870, Cross Roads, Rowan County, Kentucky
- Census: 1880, Cross Roads, Rowan County, Kentucky
- Census: 1900, Sidell, Vermilion County, Illinois
- Census: 1910, Sidell, Vermilion County, Illinois
- Census: 1920, Sidell, Vermilion County, Illinois
Notes:
From James Alva Hedges obituary: "At the age of seventeen he enlisted in the 10th Indiana Cavalry, Co. A, serving one year, receiving an honorable discharge. Later he went to Kentucky and enlisted in the 10th Indiana cavalry, and served 2 years being discharged at the close of the war.
1870 US census, enumerated 30 June 1870
Cross Roads Precinct, Rowan County, Kentucky
James Hedges, age 27
Philora, age 22
Matilda, age 2
Serona, age 1
value of real estate – blank
value of personal property - blank
In the 1870 census, four household are listed next to each other: William Ribelin Hedges and three of his sons: Levi, William R. and James Hedges.
James Alvia Hedges
Born Sept. 14, 1843-Died Nov.3, 1921
oh, friend of mine, I grieve to lose
The grip of they loving hands:
How much we need each other here
Each fully understand,
But if our pathways meet no more
In meadow-land or heather,
Believe that when the night is come
We’ll be at home together.
Obituary
James Alvia Hedges, the subject of this sketch, was born September 14, 1843, in Fleming county, Kentucky, and died at Lakeview hospital at Danville Nov. 3, 1921, age 78 years, one month and nineteen days. He was the son of William R. and Malinda Hedges.
He spent his boyhood days in Kentucky. At the age of seventeen he enlisted in the 10th Indiana Cavalry, Co. A, serving one years, receiving an honorable discharge. Later he went to Kentucky and enlisted in the 10th Indiana cavalry, and served 2 years being discharge at the close of the war.
Returning to his native state, he married Miss Philora Allen, Dec 26, 1865, who survives him. For fifty seven years they trod the pathway of life together.
They came to Illinois in 1870, and lived two years, returning to Kentucky. In 1880 they came again to Illinois, settling on a farm near Homer. About twenty years ago they moved to their home in Allerton.
To this union ten children were born, four preceding him in death. Those living are Mrs. Eva I. Clifton of Moneta, Ia.; Mrs. Serona D. Ellis of Mason, Ind; Mrs. Ada Smith of Ames neighborhood; Isaac Hedges of Spencer, Ia; Mrs. Lottie Clester of this place and George Hedges of Palmer, Ia. He leaves a large number of grand and great grandchildren.
Peter Hedges of Canton, Mo; W.R. Hedges of Purdin Mo, and Mrs. R.S. Gilkison of Catlin are living brothers and sister.
In early manhood he became a follower of Jesus Christ, and united with the Christian church. It may be truly said that he lived a consistent christian life. He was a faithful attendant of services at churches in Allerton when in health.
Mr. Hedges had been failing in health for a number of years ad all that medical skill and loving tender care could do to alleviate his pain and prolong life was of no avail. Through all he was patient, always trusting Him who doeth the best, and he is at home in that land where the wicked cease from troubling and the weary are at rest.
The funeral services were held at the Presbyterian church in this place Saturday afternoon at 1:30 o’clock, conducted by Rev. J.M. Beane of Danville, assisted by A.R. Wassell and Rev. Huff pastor of the Christian church, who resides at Jamaica. Interment at Fairfield cemetery southwest of Allerton.
From photocopy of newspaper clipping dated 11 Nov. 1921.
James and Philora Hedges family
James was born in Kentucky in 1843. When he was 18 he enlisted in the Home Guard, serving a year. He enlisted in the 19th Kentucky Calvary serving 13 months. He then enlisted in the 10th Indiana Calvary serving until the end of the war.
He married Philora Allen from Kentucky. In 1871 they moved to Illinois, later returning to Kentucky for a short time. They had seven children, Eva Clifton, Dee Ellis, Ada Smith, Lottie Clester, Ike, Russell and George.
In 1901 they moved to Allerton and purchased the dray business. His youngest son, George, assisted him. They met the train daily and delivered the Cargo. They, also, had a poultry business. He was a very honest and genial man. They lived on Green Street.
Philora was a very religious person and often quoted scriptures to one and all. She loved to smoke a corn cob pipe and often used her son, George as a lookout. The minister called and as a joke, George let him into the smoke filled room. Punishment was severe.
Their son Russell left home to look for work but never returned or heard from again. They kept a lighted lamp in the window for many years.
George went to Iowa and married Bertha Juluis, a German Lutheran girl from Palmer, Iowa. They had one daughter, Sophia (Hedges) Larrance, Indianola, Illinois.
Ada Smith and Lottie Clester settled in or near Allerton. The other children lived in Indiana and Iowa.
Submitted by Sophia (Hedges) Larrance.
From Allerton, Illinois 1887-1987: Century of roots.
member of Center Point Church
James A. Hedges was one of first five elders elected when Center Point Church was officially founded on 14 February 1891: Richard Elliott, James A. Hedges, J. H. Parrish, B.F. Burton, and Franklin Pletch.
His nephew, also named James Alva Hedges, was elected as one of the first seven deacons. His niece, Ida May Hedges Cronkhite's husband, Lee Cronkhite was also one of the first seven deacons.
On 8 April 1901 E.L. Hawkins and George Hedges were elected as elders, joining James Alva Hedges and F. Pletch. George was a nephew of James Alva Hedges.
_MILT:
10th Indiana Cavalry. Company A.
Buried:
https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/96068789/james-alvia-hedgesJames married Philora Allen on 26 Dec 1865. Philora (daughter of Fielding C. Allen and Matilda Hunt) was born on 28 Sep 1847 in Greenup County, Kentucky; died on 31 Jan 1929 in Allerton, Vermilion County, Illinois; was buried on 2 Feb 1929 in Fairfield Cemetery, Newman, Douglas County, Illinois. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]
15. 
Philora Allen was born on 28 Sep 1847 in Greenup County, Kentucky (daughter of Fielding C. Allen and Matilda Hunt); died on 31 Jan 1929 in Allerton, Vermilion County, Illinois; was buried on 2 Feb 1929 in Fairfield Cemetery, Newman, Douglas County, Illinois. Other Events:
- Religion: Center Point Church
Notes:
Aged Resident In Allerton Is Taken By Death
Mrs. Philora Hedges, 80, died at 5:20 o’clock Tuesday morning (January 31, 1928) at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Lottie Clester.
Infirmities and heart disease caused her demise. She had been ill for several weeks. The exact hour for the funeral has not been set, but it will be held sometime Thursday at the Presbyterian church with Rev. J. M. Bean, officiating. Burial will be in the Fairfield cemetery. Mrs. Hedges was born at Greenup, Ky., Sept. 28, 1847. She came to Allerton 45 years ago. Dec. 26, 1866 she was married to James A. Hedges who died six years ago.
She leaves the following children: Mrs. George Clifton, of Moneta, Ia.; Mrs. Edward Ellis, of Macy, Ind.; Mrs. Thomas Smith, of Homer, Ill.; Mrs. Lottie Clester, of Allerton, and George Hedges, of Gilmore City, Ia. She is also survived by 21 grand-children and several great grand-children.
Danville Commercial-News. January 1928 Allerton, Ill., Jan 21.
member of Center Point Church
Buried:
https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/96068800/philora-hedgesChildren:
- 7. Evaline Matilda Hedges was born on 1 Mar 1867 in Rowan County, Kentucky; died on 14 Sep 1933 in Royal, Clay County, Iowa; was buried on 17 Sep 1933 in Trimello Cemetery, Clay County, Iowa.
- Serona Demeree Hedges was born on 13 Oct 1868 in Rowan County, Kentucky; died on 12 Sep 1942 in Macy, Miami County, Indiana; was buried on 15 Sep 1942 in Plainview Cemetery, Macy, Miami County, Indiana.
- Reuben Hedges was born on 8 Feb 1871 in Rowan County, Kentucky; died in Nov 1871.
- William Alva Hedges was born on 12 Feb 1872 in Ogden, Champaign County, Illinois; died in 1883 in Homer, Champaign County, Illinois.
- Ada Luvina Hedges was born on 15 Aug 1875 in Rowan County, Kentucky; died on 14 Nov 1965 in Tilton, Vermilion County, Illinois; was buried in Davis Cemetery, Fairmount, Vermilion County, Illinois.
- Isaac Sylvester Hedges was born on 4 May 1877 in Rowan County, Kentucky; died on 22 Jan 1925 in Iowa City, Johnson County, Iowa; was buried on 26 Jan 1925 in Fairfield Cemetery, Newman, Douglas County, Illinois.
- Russell Ellsworth Hedges was born on 17 Oct 1878 in Rowan County, Kentucky; died in in disappeared in 1900.
- Lottie Pearl Hedges was born on 19 Aug 1882 in Homer, Champaign County, Illinois; died on 25 Mar 1939 in Wood River, Madison County, Illinois; was buried in Fairfield Cemetery, Newman, Douglas County, Illinois.
- Luther Hedges was born on 15 Feb 1884 in Sidell, Vermilion County, Illinois; died on 29 Feb 1884 in Sidell, Vermilion County, Illinois.
- George Edward Hedges was born on 19 Dec 1887 in Homer, Champaign County, Illinois; died on 21 May 1953 in Danville, Vermilion County, Illinois; was buried in Chadwick Cemetery, Christian County, Missouri.