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     Mary Selena Gates was born on 20 February 1865 at Lycoming Co., PA. She married Erastus L. Griswold, son of Lorenzo N. Griswold and Arminda Caroline Landon, on 30 December 1886 at Southport, Chemung Co., NY. Mary Selena Gates died on 7 February 1952 at Elmira, Chemung Co., NY, at age 86.

     Arminda Caroline Landon was born on 25 September 1835 at Tioga Co., PA. She married Lorenzo N. Griswold, son of Erastus N. Griswold and Mary A. Hewitt, on 10 November 1853 at Union, Tioga Co., NY.^1,2 Arminda Caroline Landon died on 7 June 1915 at Tioga Co., PA, at age 79.

     Ensign Donald Thomas Griswold Jr. was born on 8 July 1917 at Bryan, Wise Co., TX. He was the son of Donald Thomas Griswold and Margaret E. North. Ensign Donald Thomas Griswold Jr. died on 6 June 1942 at at Sea at age 24.

From Find A Grave:

Don was a graduate of Clarinda High School where he played on the undefeated 1934 football team. After graduation he attended Iowa State College (Later Iowa State University) in Ames, IA where he won two letters as a member of the Iowa State football squad. He played first string in the offensive backfield as a half back in 1939-1940. In addition to sports Don belonged to Adelante Fraternity. Adelante men were musically and athletically inclined and devoted to the ideals of scholarship, fellowship and leadership. He was also a member of the Varsity "I" Club which was Iowa State's athletic fraternity. In addition to athletics, Don was also a scholar who majored in Agronomy. It isn't known if Don graduated from Iowa State. He was recorded in the 1940 Iowa State yearbook as a senior. However, he was also listed in the 1941 year book. According to the 1940 Clarinda, IA federal census Donald Jr had completed 3 yrs of college. While a student a Iowa State Don completed advanced pilot training courses under the Civil Aeronautics board supervision.

Don "T" enlisted in the US Naval Reserve Flight Training (V-5) program (NSN:411-48-35) on 24 Feb 1941 at the Naval Reserve Air Base (NRAB), Kansas City, Kansas as a Seaman 2/c. The same day he began a 30 day temporary active duty period of Elimination Flight Training (E-base) that required a successful, short solo flight. He completed E-base on 23 Mar 1941 and transferred that day to Naval Air Station, (NAS) Jacksonville, FL to await an aviation cadet class opening at NAS Pensacola. On 3 April, S2c Griswold transferred to NAS Pensacola, FL where he was discharged from enlisted status to accept an appointment as an Aviation Cadet (AVCAD). The next day, 04 April 1941 Griswold took the oath of office and accepted the appointment as an AVCAD. His date of rank as an AVCAD was 01 April 1941.

After four months of flight instruction in Pensacola, Griswold was transferred for temporary duty with the Advanced Training Specialized Carrier Group at NAS Miami on 21 Aug 1941. He probably earned his designation as a naval aviator (heavier-than-air) #8814 in later Sept. Several weeks later (prob mid-Oct) after he finished advanced flight instruction he accepted a commission as an Ensign, AV-(N), USNR. He was placed on active duty status other than training and was assigned to Advanced Carrier Training Group, Atlantic Fleet, for duty involving flying. Griswold continued his training until joining Scout-Bombing Squadron Eight (VS-8) embarked on the USS Hornet (CV-8) probably as early as Feb 1942.

On the morning of the third day of the Battle of Midway, 6 Jun 1942, fourteen planes from the Hornet's VS-8 led by squadron commander Lcdr. Walt Rodee took off with other planes of Hornet's air group to attack the heavy cruisers Mogami and Mikuma and two escorting Japanese destroyers that were part of the Japanese forces sent to capture the Midway Atoll. During the subsequent attack Ens Griswold was credited with a bomb hit on the Mogami but was himself hit by anti-aircraft fire. His plane was seen smoking as it descended toward the ocean below. Ens. Griswold and his gunner, ARM1 Kenneth Bunch, were assumed killed in the ensuing crash. According to the USS Hornet's after-action report dated 13 Jun 1942, Ens. Griswold and ARM1 Kenneth Cecil Bunch were listed as missing in action on 06 Jun 1942. Their remains were unrecoverable. They were presumed dead on 07 Jun 1943. Ens. Griswold was awarded (posthumously) the Distinguished Flying Cross and the Purple Heart.

     Donald Thomas Griswold was born on 1 March 1883 at IA.¹ He was the son of James M. Griswold and Magnolia Skyles. Donald Thomas Griswold married Margaret E. North on 9 June 1915 at Austin, Travis Co., TX. Donald Thomas Griswold died on 24 December 1948 at Shambaugh, Page Co., IA, at age 65. He was buried at Clarinda Cemetery, Clarinda, Page Co., IA.²

     Margaret E. North was born on 17 February 1887 at Yoakum, DeWitt Co., TX. She married Donald Thomas Griswold, son of James M. Griswold and Magnolia Skyles, on 9 June 1915 at Austin, Travis Co., TX. Margaret E. North died on 22 April 1966 at San Diego, San Diego Co., CA, at age 79.

     Magnolia Skyles was born on 27 November 1847 at Montrose, Lee Co., IA. She married James M. Griswold, son of William Hurd Griswold and Sara Onderdonk, on 24 October 1866 at St. Luke's, Fort Madison, Lee Co., IA. Magnolia Skyles died on 30 November 1939 at Montrose, Lee Co., IA, at age 92.

     Betsy Richmond was born on 12 February 1793. She married Erastus Griswold, son of Moses Griswold and Anna Holcombe.

     Simeon Griswold was born on 3 October 1773 at Killingworth, Middlesex Co., CT.¹ He was the son of Daniel B. Griswold and Mary Bushnell.¹ Simeon Griswold was baptized on 17 October 1773.¹ He married Rachel Willard on 21 January 1796.¹ Simeon Griswold died on 2 October 1831 at Galen, Wayne Co., NY, at age 57.¹

     Rachel Willard was born on 6 December 1770.¹ She married Simeon Griswold, son of Daniel B. Griswold and Mary Bushnell, on 21 January 1796.¹

     William Hurd Griswold was born on 8 April 1804 at Fairfield, Herkimer Co., NY.^1,2 He was the son of Simeon Griswold and Rachel Willard.¹ William Hurd Griswold married Sara Onderdonk on 17 October 1828 at Wayne Co., NY.² William Hurd Griswold died on 14 May 1884 at Jefferson, Lee Co., IA, at age 80.² He was buried at Montrose Cemetery, Montrose, Lee Co., IA.³

     Sara Onderdonk was born on 22 May 1810 at Clarkstown, Rockland Co., NY.¹ Sara Onderdonk also went by the name of Sally Onderdonk. She married William Hurd Griswold, son of Simeon Griswold and Rachel Willard, on 17 October 1828 at Wayne Co., NY.¹ Sara Onderdonk died on 7 February 1899 at Montrose, Lee Co., IA, at age 88.¹

     James M. Griswold was born on 21 October 1844 at Lock Berlin, Galen, Wayne Co., NY.¹ He was the son of William Hurd Griswold and Sara Onderdonk.¹ James M. Griswold married Magnolia Skyles on 24 October 1866 at St. Luke's, Fort Madison, Lee Co., IA. James M. Griswold died on 28 July 1922 at Fort Madison, Lee Co., IA, at age 77.¹ He was buried at Oakland Cemetery, Fort Madison, Lee Co., IA.²

     Timothy Griswold was born on 28 October 1744 at Wethersfield, Hartford Co., CT.¹ He was the son of Ebenezer Griswold and Deborah Grimes. Timothy Griswold married Mary Newell on 18 March 1771 at Farmington, Hartford Co., CT. Timothy Griswold died in 1818 at Italy, Yates Co., NY.² He was buried at Italy Hill Cemetery, Branchport, Yates Co., NY.²

     Mary Newell was born on 30 October 1750 at Farmington, Hartford Co., CT. She married Timothy Griswold, son of Ebenezer Griswold and Deborah Grimes, on 18 March 1771 at Farmington, Hartford Co., CT. Mary Newell died after 21 April 1826.

     William Griswold was born in 1772 at Litchfield, Hartford (now Litchfield) Co., CT.¹ He was the son of Timothy Griswold and Mary Newell.¹ William Griswold married Diantha Kilbourne in 1792 at Litchfield, Hartford (now Litchfield) Co., CT.

     Diantha Kilbourne was born in 1776. She married William Griswold, son of Timothy Griswold and Mary Newell, in 1792 at Litchfield, Hartford (now Litchfield) Co., CT. Diantha Kilbourne died in 1832.

     Erastus N. Griswold was born on 13 August 1804 at Delaware Co., NY.^1,2,3 He was the son of William Griswold and Diantha Kilbourne.¹ Erastus N. Griswold married Mary A. Hewitt circa 1824 at Cortland, Cortland Co., NY.² Erastus N. Griswold died on 26 September 1889 at Italy, Yates Co., NY, at age 85.² He was buried at Stull Cemetery, Union Center, Tioga Co., NY.³

     Mary A. Hewitt was born on 27 December 1803 at NY.¹ She married Erastus N. Griswold, son of William Griswold and Diantha Kilbourne, circa 1824 at Cortland, Cortland Co., NY.¹ Mary A. Hewitt died on 27 September 1890 at age 86.¹

     Edward Greswold was baptized on 5 August 1594 at Tanworth-In-Arden, Warwickshire, Warwickshire, England.¹ He married Margaret Blencoe on 20 May 1618 at Drayton, Oxfordshire, England.² Edward Greswold died on 20 August 1633 at Cubbington, Warwickshire, England, at age 39.¹

     Margaret Blencoe was born circa 1590 at Merston, Northants, England.¹ She married Edward Greswold on 20 May 1618 at Drayton, Oxfordshire, England.¹ Margaret Blencoe died on 16 June 1633 at Cubbington, Warwickshire, England.¹

     John Griswold was baptized on 10 January 1634/35.¹ He was the son of Edward Griswold and Margaret (?)¹ John Griswold died in 1642 at Windsor, Hartford Co., CT.¹

     Leafy Comfort was born on 12 November 1863 at North Pelham, Niagara Regional Municipality, Ontario, Canada. She was the daughter of Dr. (?) Comfort. Leafy Comfort married Dexter D. Holcombe, son of Norman Chandler Holcombe and Sarah Horton, on 24 May 1883. Leafy Comfort died on 29 November 1935 at Welland, Ontario, Canada, at age 72.

     Alexander Hilton Griswold was born on 5 October 1794 at Granby, Hartford Co., CT.¹ He was the son of Alexander Griswold II and Alice Bascomb.¹ Alexander Hilton Griswold married Lucy Skinner on 3 May 1821 at Granby, Hartford Co., CT.¹

     Lucy Skinner was born circa 1801.¹ She married Alexander Hilton Griswold, son of Alexander Griswold II and Alice Bascomb, on 3 May 1821 at Granby, Hartford Co., CT.¹ Lucy Skinner died on 20 January 1845.¹

     Hiram Griswold was born on 29 May 1795 at Windsor, Hartford Co., CT.² He was the son of Levi Griswold and Azubah Griswold.¹ Hiram Griswold married Esther Bates on 8 May 1817 at East Windsor, Hartford Co., CT.³ Hiram Griswold died on 18 September 1873 at age 78.¹ He was buried at Palisado Cemetery, Windsor, Hartford Co., CT.⁴

     Esther Bates was born on 3 May 1794.¹ She married Hiram Griswold, son of Levi Griswold and Azubah Griswold, on 8 May 1817 at East Windsor, Hartford Co., CT.¹ Esther Bates died on 29 October 1827 at age 33.¹

     James Monroe Griswold was born on 11 August 1818.¹ He was the son of Hiram Griswold and Esther Bates.¹ James Monroe Griswold married Catherine Mary Phelps on 30 November 1843 at Granby, Hartford Co., CT.² James Monroe Griswold died on 28 May 1852 at age 33.¹ He was buried at East Granby Cemetery, East Granby, Hartford Co., CT.³

     Catherine Mary Phelps was born in 1816.¹ She married James Monroe Griswold, son of Hiram Griswold and Esther Bates, on 30 November 1843 at Granby, Hartford Co., CT.¹ Catherine Mary Phelps died on 16 March 1875.¹

     Evelyn Frances Griswold was born on 11 May 1936 at Hartford, Hartford Co., CT. She was the daughter of James Monroe Griswold and Helen May Connor. Evelyn Frances Griswold married Raymond Stanley Todd Sr. on 26 June 1954. Evelyn Frances Griswold died on 10 June 2022 at New Britain, Hartford Co., CT, at age 86.

From the Hartford Courant 14 Jun 2022:

Evelyn (Griswold) Todd. 86, passed away on Friday, June 10 in New Britain, CT. Evelyn was born in Hartford on May 11, 1936 to the late James Griswold and Helen Griswold Plucker.

She is predeceased by her husband of almost 47 years, Raymond S. Todd Sr; her daughter, Rita (Todd) Nielsen and her brothers Glenn and James Griswold. She leaves behind four sons, Raymond Jr. of Springfield, Ronald (Kathy) of Coventry, Randolf (Cindy) of Windsor and Richard of Hartford; daughter, Ramona (Ambrose) Norman of East Hartford; brothers, Richard of Canton and Howard (Mary) of Southington; sisters, Glenda Robbins of San Diego, CA and Carol Hartz of Poland, New York; multiple grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

Before retirement Evelyn worked as a school crossing guard for the city of Hartford for 34 years. She loved her job and went above and beyond her call of duty. She was a member of the United Methodist church in Hartford in which she volunteered for the Foodshare program and a knitting group that made hats for newborn babies. Evelyn was a resident at Autumn Lake Healthcare for the past five years where she was well loved and referred to as "The Mayor" because of her happy demeanor, always smiling and hugging the staff and other residents. Calling hours are Wednesday, June 15th, 5:00-7:00 PM at Rose Hill Funeral Home, 580 Elm St., Rocky Hill, CT. A funeral service will be on Thursday at 11:00 AM also at Rose Hill Funeral Home.

     Raymond Stanley Todd Sr. was born on 22 October 1933. He married Evelyn Frances Griswold, daughter of James Monroe Griswold and Helen May Connor, on 26 June 1954. Raymond Stanley Todd Sr. died on 7 June 2001 at age 67.

     James L. Griswold was born on 5 June 1933 at New Egypt, Plumsted Twp., Ocean Co., NJ. He was the son of James Monroe Griswold and Helen May Connor. James L. Griswold died on 2 March 2019 at Masonic Village, Burlington, Burlington Co., NJ, at age 85.

James L. “Gris” Griswold, age 85, of New Egypt, passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 2, 2019 at the Masonic Village at Burlington.

He was born in Hartford, Connecticut to the late James M. and Helen Griswold on June 5, 1933. After high school James served in the US Army during the Korean War from 1953 to 1955.

He married the love of his life, Norma, in 1953 and the couple later had two sons. James worked as an auto mechanic for Bullocks Garage for over 35 years and later went to work for Townsend Machine. He was a dedicated and hardworking man who always made time for others.

James was a very active member within the community. He was a member of the Masonic community for over 55 years. He started within the New Egypt Lodge and later went on to be involved with the Pemberton Lodge after the merger. He was also an exempt member of the New Egypt Volunteer Fire Company and a member of the American Legion Post 455 in New Egypt. James had a love for history and also acted as a charter member for the New Egypt Historical Society. Service and giving back played such a huge part in James’ life. He was always there to help anyone in need with whatever they needed. He lived his life to be kind and gentle, to be there for others and to always have a smile on his face. James enjoyed gardening, auto racing, treasure hunting and just adored his family. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend who will be sorely missed by all who knew him.

James is predeceased by his parents, James M. and Helen Griswold (nee Conner); his son James L. Griswold and his three brother-in-laws. He leaves behind his loving wife of 65 years, Norma Griswold (nee Thompson) of New Egypt; his son Bob Griswold and wife Diane of New Egypt; granddaughter Jennifer and husband Russ LeVasseur; three great-grandchildren, Shania, Steven and Tyson; two great-great-grandchildren, Ari and AJ all of Blackfoot, Idaho; six siblings, Richard Griswold and wife Arlene, Glenn Griswold and wife Anne, Howard Griswold and wife Mary, Evelyn Todd, Carol Hartz and fiancé Frank and Glenda Robbins; along with several nieces, nephews, extended family members and friends.

Relatives and friends are invited to gather on Thursday, March 7, 2019 from 4PM to 7PM at the Tilghman Funeral Home, located at 52 Main Street, New Egypt NJ 08533. A funeral service will begin at 7PM. Interment will take place at a later date at the Brig. General William C. Doyle Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Wrightstown.

     Katherine McClain was born in 1812. She married Robert Benjamin Holcombe, son of Enoch Holcombe and Priscilla Percey. Katherine McClain died in 1835.

     William Holcombe was born in 1830 at Gallia Co., OH. He was the son of Robert Benjamin Holcombe and Katherine McClain. William Holcombe married Mary Jane Deckerd. William Holcombe died on 24 September 1910 at Pike Co., OH.

     Mary Jane Deckerd was born in 1831. She married William Holcombe, son of Robert Benjamin Holcombe and Katherine McClain.

     John Decker Holcombe was born on 16 April 1866 at Huntington, Gallia Co., OH. He was the son of William Holcombe and Mary Jane Deckerd. John Decker Holcombe married Myrtle Boyd. John Decker Holcombe died on 10 February 1926 at Somerford, Madison Co., OH, at age 59.

     Myrtle Boyd was born circa 1874 at OH. She married John Decker Holcombe, son of William Holcombe and Mary Jane Deckerd. Myrtle Boyd died on 2 January 1939 at Madison Co., OH.

     Herbert A. Holcombe was born on 28 July 1894 at Jasper, Fayette Co., OH. He was the son of John Decker Holcombe and Myrtle Boyd. Herbert A. Holcombe married Ada Long. Herbert A. Holcombe died on 20 March 1944 at Clark Co., OH, at age 49. He was buried at Kirkwood Cemetery, Union Township, Madison Co., OH.¹

     Ada Long was born in 1899. She married Herbert A. Holcombe, son of John Decker Holcombe and Myrtle Boyd.

     Wilbur Louis Holcombe was born on 22 February 1918 at Madison Co., OH. He was the son of Herbert A. Holcombe and Ada Long. Wilbur Louis Holcombe married Bernice Luella Mullin on 2 May 1935 at Clark Co., OH. Wilbur Louis Holcombe died on 29 March 1984 at London, Madison Co., OH, at age 66.

     Bernice Luella Mullin was born on 11 August 1918 at Milford Center, Union Co., OH. She married Wilbur Louis Holcombe, son of Herbert A. Holcombe and Ada Long, on 2 May 1935 at Clark Co., OH. Bernice Luella Mullin died on 4 October 1995 at London, Madison Co., OH, at age 77.

     John L. Holcombe was born on 30 June 1949 at Xenia, Greene Co., OH. He was the son of Wilbur Louis Holcombe and Bernice Luella Mullin. John L. Holcombe died on 12 May 2018 at Stein Hospice Care Center, Sandusky, Erie Co., OH, at age 68. He was buried on 14 May 2018 at Oakland Cemetery, Sandusky, Erie Co., OH.¹


From the Sandusky Register, 15 May 2018:

John L. Holcomb, 68, of Sandusky, passed away May 12, 2018, in Stein Hospice Care Center.

He was born near Xenia, Ohio, June 30, 1949. He was one of 10 siblings born to Wilbur and Bernice Holcomb. He graduated from London High School and went on to serve in the U.S. Marine Corps, retiring in 1984.

John will be lovingly remembered by those who knew him as the strongest, most generous and most loving person we have ever known. He is survived by his daughter, Amber Holcomb; sons, Todd and Corey Holcomb; stepdaughter, Allison; brother, Larry Holcomb; grandchildren; as well as several nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by eight siblings.

Friends may call from 1 p.m. Friday, May 18, until 2 p.m. funeral services in Toft Funeral Home & Crematory, 2001 Columbus Ave., Sandusky. Burial will follow in Oakland Cemetery, with the Marines Corps Forever Honor and Color Guard providing military honors.

     Edward Everett Case was born on 3 August 1934. He was the son of Edward Wilson Case and Marjorie Luckingham. Edward Everett Case also went by the name of Bucky Case. He married Stella Cwikla on 2 November 1957 at West Hartford, Hartford Co., CT. Edward Everett Case died on 8 June 2022 at age 87.

From the Hartford Courant, 14 Jun 2022:

Edward Everett "Bucky" Case, 87, of West Hartford, passed peacefully on Wednesday, June 8, 2022. He leaves three sons and three grandchildren: Edward W. Case of Burlington, CT and his daughter and son, Sophie H. Case of San Francisco, CA and Mason S. Case of Arcata, CA; sons Steven D. Case and Paul R. Case of West Hartford, CT and his son Justin P. Case of Plainville, CT; his brother Richard A. Case of West Hartford, CT; and many relatives. Bucky was predeceased by his wife, Stella C. Case; parents Edward W. Case and Marjorie L. Case; and sister Beverly Parker, all of West Hartford. Born August 3, 1934, Bucky grew up in West Hartford, and attended Smith Elementary School, Plant Junior High School, and Hall High School. Thereafter he worked locally as an automotive mechanic and joined the National Guard serving the 1955 Farmington Valley flood victims. He married Stella C. Case in 1956. Bucky worked for Pratt & Whitney for a short time until he became a mechanic for the State of Connecticut, Department of Transportation, where he worked until he retired. Bucky also had a side business, A&C Vending, serving the greater Hartford Area. He loved antique cars. During his retirement, he fully restored his first car, a 1935 Ford Phaeton convertible, which was his pride and joy. He paid $200.00 for it. Bucky was in the process of restoring a 1933 Buick when he passed. He loved baseball and football and spent many hours rooting for his New York Yankees and New York Giants. He enjoyed duck-pin bowling. He and Stella frequently had many local relatives over the house to play cards. They also enjoyed their summer barbecues at the family property in Granby. When his children were small, they went to Old Lyme Shores to spend time with their Godparents at the cottage at Miami beach. He loved to spend time with his grandchildren and supported them as much as he possibly could over the years. He collected antique car parts, loved to play the piano, and restored his player piano. He lived his life the way he wanted to and enjoyed good health for the most of it. Calling hours will be Thursday, June 16 from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM at Sheehan Hilborn Breen Funeral Home. 1084 New Britain Avenue, West Hartford. Burial will be private.

     Stella Cwikla was born on 8 December 1935. She married Edward Everett Case, son of Edward Wilson Case and Marjorie Luckingham, on 2 November 1957 at West Hartford, Hartford Co., CT. Stella Cwikla died on 3 May 2017 at age 81.

     Bertha Ann Holcombe was born on 2 December 1882 at Clay, Clay Co., WV. She was the daughter of John Holcombe and Margaret E. Bragg. Bertha Ann Holcombe married Virgil Vivian Holcombe, son of Paschal Holcombe and Elizabeth J. Kyle, on 28 February 1901 at Clay Co., WV. Bertha Ann Holcombe died on 21 May 1958 at Weston, Lewis Co., WV, at age 75.

     Delbert Scott Holcombe was born on 8 March 1908 at Clay Co., WV.¹ He was the son of Virgil Vivian Holcombe and Bertha Ann Holcombe. Delbert Scott Holcombe married Velva Jane Jarvis on 18 August 1928 at Clay Co., WV. Delbert Scott Holcombe died on 28 September 1966 at Wooster, Wayne Co., OH, at age 58.

     Velva Jane Jarvis was born on 20 April 1911 at Calhoun Co., WV. She married Delbert Scott Holcombe, son of Virgil Vivian Holcombe and Bertha Ann Holcombe, on 18 August 1928 at Clay Co., WV. Velva Jane Jarvis died on 17 June 1975 at Holmes, Crawford Co., OH, at age 64. She was buried at Nashville Methodist Chruch Cemetery, Nashville, Holmes Co., OH.¹