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Matilda A. Irey1

F, #122671, b. about 1848

Parents

FatherJonah Reeves Irey (b. 3 February 1817, d. 15 April 1902)
MotherAnn Wilkins (b. 1816, d. 8 November 1862)
Pedigree Link

Biography

Matilda A. Irey was born about 1848 in Indiana.1
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Citations

  1. [S1885] Penn Twp., p.285, Dwelling 1028, Family 1040, 1860 Federal Census, Jay County, Indiana. Microfilm Image, NARA Series M653, Roll 269; FHL #803269.

Albert E. Irey1

M, #122672, b. about 1850

Parents

FatherJonah Reeves Irey (b. 3 February 1817, d. 15 April 1902)
MotherAnn Wilkins (b. 1816, d. 8 November 1862)
Pedigree Link

Biography

Albert E. Irey was born about 1850 in Indiana.1
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Citations

  1. [S1885] Penn Twp., p.285, Dwelling 1028, Family 1040, 1860 Federal Census, Jay County, Indiana. Microfilm Image, NARA Series M653, Roll 269; FHL #803269.

Martha A. Irey1

F, #122673, b. about 1857

Parents

FatherJonah Reeves Irey (b. 3 February 1817, d. 15 April 1902)
MotherAnn Wilkins (b. 1816, d. 8 November 1862)
Pedigree Link

Biography

Martha A. Irey was born about 1857 in Indiana.1
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Citations

  1. [S1885] Penn Twp., p.285, Dwelling 1028, Family 1040, 1860 Federal Census, Jay County, Indiana. Microfilm Image, NARA Series M653, Roll 269; FHL #803269.

Lela May Swigert1

F, #122674, b. 30 July 1894, d. 8 May 1980

Parents

FatherLindley Allen Swigert (b. 27 March 1872, d. 18 January 1960)
MotherMinnie Olive Dawley (b. 7 June 1873, d. 9 October 1936)
Pedigree Link

Family: Louis D. Taylor (b. 18 September 1894, d. 2 July 1969)

SonLouis D. Taylor, Jr.+ (b. 29 September 1926, d. 9 July 2016)

Biography

Lela May Swigert was born on 30 July 1894 in Wells Co., IN, 1900 census shows 1895, however all other sources show 1894.1 She married Louis D. Taylor son of Alonzo Martin Taylor and Emma Elnora Platt, on 27 November 1917 in Wells Co., IN. Lela May Swigert died on 8 May 1980 in Montpelier, Blackford Co., IN.

She was buried in May 1980 in Fairview Cemetery, Bluffton, Wells Co., IN, Findagrave #73250553.
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Citations

  1. [S394] Nottingham Twp., Dist. 0151, sheet 14B, line 51, 1900 Federal Census, Wells County, Indiana. Microfilm Image, NARA Series T623, Roll 413; FHL #1240413.

Louis D. Taylor

M, #122675, b. 18 September 1894, d. 2 July 1969

Parents

FatherAlonzo Martin Taylor (b. 28 February 1864, d. 14 October 1924)
MotherEmma Elnora Platt (b. 16 May 1862, d. 10 October 1918)
Pedigree Link

Family: Lela May Swigert (b. 30 July 1894, d. 8 May 1980)

SonLouis D. Taylor, Jr.+ (b. 29 September 1926, d. 9 July 2016)

Biography

Louis D. Taylor was born on 18 September 1894 in Wells Co., IN. He married Lela May Swigert daughter of Lindley Allen Swigert and Minnie Olive Dawley, on 27 November 1917 in Wells Co., IN. Louis D. Taylor died on 2 July 1969 in Montpelier, Blackford Co., IN.

He was buried in July 1969 in Fairview Cemetery, Bluffton, Wells Co., IN, Findagrave #73250523.
Occupation: Field foreman, oilfield in 1930 in Coleman Co., TX.1
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Citations

  1. [S4504] Precinct 5, Dist. 0011, sheet 13A, line 37, 1930 Federal Census, Coleman County, Texas. Microfilm Image, NARA Series T626, Roll 2308; FHL #2342042.

Alonzo Martin Taylor1

M, #122676, b. 28 February 1864, d. 14 October 1924
Pedigree Link

Family: Emma Elnora Platt (b. 16 May 1862, d. 10 October 1918)

SonLouis D. Taylor+ (b. 18 September 1894, d. 2 July 1969)

Biography

Alonzo Martin Taylor was born on 28 February 1864 in Wells Co., IN.1 He married Emma Elnora Platt on 5 January 1889 in Indiana, license date. He died on 14 October 1924 in Drumright, Creek Co., OK.

He was buried in October 1924 in Fairview Cemetery, Bluffton, Wells Co., IN, Findagrave #73250446.
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Citations

  1. [S394] Union Twp., Dist. 0155, sheet 8B, Dwelling 180, Family 183, 1900 Federal Census, Wells County, Indiana. Microfilm Image, NARA Series T623, Roll 413; FHL #1240413.

Emma Elnora Platt1

F, #122677, b. 16 May 1862, d. 10 October 1918
Pedigree Link

Family: Alonzo Martin Taylor (b. 28 February 1864, d. 14 October 1924)

SonLouis D. Taylor+ (b. 18 September 1894, d. 2 July 1969)

Biography

Emma Elnora Platt was born on 16 May 1862 in Ohio 1900 census shows 1863, however 1880 census lists her as 18 years old and her brother George was already 17, so it must have been 1862.1 She married Alonzo Martin Taylor on 5 January 1889 in Indiana, license date. She died on 10 October 1918 in Wells Co., IN.

She was buried in October 1918 in Fairview Cemetery, Bluffton, Wells Co., IN, Findagrave #73250517.
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Citations

  1. [S394] Union Twp., Dist. 0155, sheet 8B, Dwelling 180, Family 183, 1900 Federal Census, Wells County, Indiana. Microfilm Image, NARA Series T623, Roll 413; FHL #1240413.

Louis D. Taylor, Jr.1

M, #122678, b. 29 September 1926, d. 9 July 2016

Parents

FatherLouis D. Taylor (b. 18 September 1894, d. 2 July 1969)
MotherLela May Swigert (b. 30 July 1894, d. 8 May 1980)
Pedigree Link

Family: Carolyn Marie Kuhls (b. 17 April 1928, d. 19 January 2010)

SonLawrence Douglas Taylor (b. 16 July 1959, d. 13 April 2002)
DaughterDr. Elizabeth Sue Taylor+
SonDavid Linn Taylor (b. 27 July 1964, d. 30 May 2009)

Biography

Louis D. Taylor, Jr., was born on 29 September 1926 in Coleman, Coleman Co., TX.1 He married Carolyn Marie Kuhls daughter of Henry William Kuhls and Marion E. Moore, on 30 May 1954. Louis D. Taylor, Jr., died on 9 July 2016 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma Co., OK,

Obituary (Findagrave.com):

OKLAHOMA CITY

LD Taylor Jr. died on July 9, 2016, in Oklahoma City at the age of 89. He was born in Coleman, TX to L.D. Taylor and Lela Swigert Taylor and was raised near Holdenville, OK through early high school. His family moved to Illinois, where he finished high school. He served his country in the Army during WWII and earned a Bronze Battle Star liberating the Philippines. He returned home to attend Purdue University and obtained a BS in civil engineering. He loved his Boilermakers and the Theta Chi fraternity. Upon graduation, he went to work for the railroad in Ohio. On a blind date, he met the love of his life, Carolyn Kuhls, and he married her May 30, 1954. They moved to Indianapolis, where he joined Boyd E. Phelps Consulting Engineers, designing many bridges and highways throughout Indiana. He considered the White River Bridge his greatest contribution to his community. After achieving an MBA from Indiana University, he became the director of the Indianapolis office of Boyd E. Phelps Consulting. He was a 50-year member of the American Society of Consulting Engineers. Outside of his professional responsibilities, he was an arbitrator for the American Society of Arbitration and the Sunday School Superintendent for Cross and Crown Lutheran Church. After retiring, he enjoyed reading and traveling with his wife until she became ill with Alzheimer's disease and he became her primary caregiver. He loved and was proud of his grandchildren and enjoyed taking them to the Indianapolis Children's Museum and 500 Speedway. In 2010, he moved to Epworth Villa in Oklahoma City, where he made many new friends and regularly won at Bingo. His beloved wife of 56 years, Carolyn Kuhls Taylor, and his sons, Douglas and David Taylor, preceded him in death. He is survived by his daughter, Dr. Elizabeth Taylor Albert; son-in-law, Dr. David Albert; grandchildren, Kathryn Albert, Dr. Michael Albert, Carl Albert, Luke Albert; and "granddaughter #2", Callie Albert. A Memorial Service will be held at 2 p.m. on July 22, 2016, at Epworth Chapel, 14901 N. Pennsylvania Ave., Oklahoma City, with subsequent burial in Crown Hill Cemetery, Indianapolis, IN. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests a donation to Special Olympics Oklahoma, 6835 S Canton Ave, Tulsa, OK 74136.

Published in The Oklahoman, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, Sunday, July 17, 2016, Page 22A.



He was buried in July 2016 in Crown Hill Cemetery, Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN, Findagrave #166711541.
Louis D. Taylor, Jr., began military service WW II service, U.S. Army, Bronze Star, Philippines liberation campaign.
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Citations

  1. [S4504] Precinct 5, Dist. 0011, sheet 13A, Dwelling 275, Family 288, 1930 Federal Census, Coleman County, Texas. Microfilm Image, NARA Series T626, Roll 2308; FHL #2342042.

Carolyn Marie Kuhls

F, #122679, b. 17 April 1928, d. 19 January 2010

Parents

FatherHenry William Kuhls (b. 16 January 1896, d. 1 November 1974)
MotherMarion E. Moore (b. 4 September 1905, d. 13 October 1979)
Pedigree Link

Family: Louis D. Taylor, Jr., (b. 29 September 1926, d. 9 July 2016)

SonLawrence Douglas Taylor (b. 16 July 1959, d. 13 April 2002)
DaughterDr. Elizabeth Sue Taylor+
SonDavid Linn Taylor (b. 27 July 1964, d. 30 May 2009)

Biography

Carolyn Marie Kuhls was born on 17 April 1928 in Dayton, Montgomery Co., OH. She married Louis D. Taylor, Jr., son of Louis D. Taylor and Lela May Swigert, on 30 May 1954. Carolyn Marie Kuhls died on 19 January 2010 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma Co., OK,

Obituary (Findagrave.com):

Lynn died at the age of 81 on January 19, 2010 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. She was born in Dayton, Ohio to Henry and Marion Kuhls.

She graduated from Wittenberg University and pursued a career in teaching also achieving a Master's Degree in Education at Butler University.

She moved to Indianapolis after marrying her beloved husband, L.D. Taylor, Jr. They built a house together in Carmel, Indiana where they raised their three children and resided until recently.

She valued education highly and after retiring from teaching, regularly attended the Carmel Board of Education meetings as an observer and volunteered in her church's nursery.

She also believed strongly in the power of democracy and served many years as a Republican precinct committeewoman. Registering new voters was a special joy for her. She was also a proud supporter of the Indianapolis Pacers and Cincinnati Reds.

Some of her favorite activities included the Doers Club, Family Support Center, and being a 50 plus year member of Delta Zeta sorority.

She is preceded in death by her sons, Lawrence Douglas and David Linn Taylor.

Her survivors include her husband of 56 years, L.D. Taylor, Jr.; daughter, Dr. Elizabeth Taylor Albert, son-in-law, Dr. David Albert, grandchildren, Kathryn, Michael, Carl and Luke Albert all of Oklahoma City. She is also survived by her brother, Robert Kuhls of Tipp City, Ohio; nieces, Vickie Blakey, and Jackie Kuhls-Schachter and their families.

A memorial service was held at the Chapel of Epworth Villa in Oklahoma City January 25th, with a graveside service held later in Indianapolis, IN.

(Information from The Oklahoman on January 23, 2010.)



Carolyn Marie Kuhls was also known as "Lynn" Kuhls.
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Henry William Kuhls1

M, #122680, b. 16 January 1896, d. 1 November 1974
Pedigree Link

Family: Marion E. Moore (b. 4 September 1905, d. 13 October 1979)

DaughterCarolyn Marie Kuhls+ (b. 17 April 1928, d. 19 January 2010)

Biography

Henry William Kuhls was born on 16 January 1896 in Dayton, Montgomery Co., OH.1 He married Marion E. Moore.1 He died on 1 November 1974 per SSDI, last residence Tipp City, Ohio.

He was buried in November 1974 in New Carlisle Cemetery, New Carlisle, Clark Co., OH, Findagrave #17129390.
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Citations

  1. [S1987] Butler Twp., ED 57-2, sheet 1B, Household 14, 1940 Federal Census, Montgomery County, Ohio. Microfilm Image, NARA Series T627, Roll 3251.

Marion E. Moore1

F, #122681, b. 4 September 1905, d. 13 October 1979
Pedigree Link

Family: Henry William Kuhls (b. 16 January 1896, d. 1 November 1974)

DaughterCarolyn Marie Kuhls+ (b. 17 April 1928, d. 19 January 2010)

Biography

Marion E. Moore was born on 4 September 1905 in Canada.1 She married Henry William Kuhls.1 She died on 13 October 1979.

She was buried in October 1979 in New Carlisle Cemetery, New Carlisle, Clark Co., OH, Findagrave #17129415.
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Citations

  1. [S1987] Butler Twp., ED 57-2, sheet 1B, Household 14, 1940 Federal Census, Montgomery County, Ohio. Microfilm Image, NARA Series T627, Roll 3251.

David Linn Taylor

M, #122688, b. 27 July 1964, d. 30 May 2009

Parents

FatherLouis D. Taylor, Jr. (b. 29 September 1926, d. 9 July 2016)
MotherCarolyn Marie Kuhls (b. 17 April 1928, d. 19 January 2010)
Pedigree Link

Biography

David Linn Taylor was born on 27 July 1964 in Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN. He died on 30 May 2009

Obituary (Findagrave.com):

David Linn Taylor 44, Indianapolis, passed away May 30, 2009. He was born July 27, 1964, in Indianapolis, the son of L.D. and Carolyn (Kuhls) Taylor. David graduated with a Bachelor s of Arts from Valparaiso University, where he also served as Student Body President. He was an Eagle Scout and a gourmet cook. Surviving are his parents, Indianapolis; sister, Elizabeth and husband David Albert, Oklahoma City, OK; niece, Kathryn Albert; nephews, Michael, Carl, and Luke Albert; also his beloved West Highland Terrier, Gracie. He was preceded in death by a brother, Lawrence Douglas Taylor.

Services entrusted to Flanner and Buchanan.



He was buried in June 2009 in Crown Hill Cemetery, Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN, Findagrave #37842281.
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Lawrence Douglas Taylor

M, #122689, b. 16 July 1959, d. 13 April 2002

Parents

FatherLouis D. Taylor, Jr. (b. 29 September 1926, d. 9 July 2016)
MotherCarolyn Marie Kuhls (b. 17 April 1928, d. 19 January 2010)
Pedigree Link

Biography

Lawrence Douglas Taylor was born on 16 July 1959. He died on 13 April 2002 in Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN.

He was buried on 16 April 2002 in Crown Hill Cemetery, Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN, Findagrave #46031348.
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Esther Mae Gibbs

F, #122690, b. 27 June 1911, d. 29 April 1983

Parents

FatherAugusta Gibbs (b. 1879, d. 1965)
MotherJessie Mae Ward (b. 1883, d. 1941)
Pedigree Link

Family: Frank Edwin Swigert (b. 28 March 1908, d. 26 January 1997)

SonThomas Roger Swigert

Biography

Esther Mae Gibbs was born on 27 June 1911 in Rushville, Rush Co., IN. She married Frank Edwin Swigert son of Lindley Allen Swigert and Minnie Olive Dawley, on 2 July 1942 in Indiana. Esther Mae Gibbs died on 29 April 1983 in Ft. Wayne, Allen Co., IN.

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Augusta Gibbs

M, #122691, b. 1879, d. 1965
Pedigree Link

Family: Jessie Mae Ward (b. 1883, d. 1941)

DaughterEsther Mae Gibbs+ (b. 27 June 1911, d. 29 April 1983)

Biography

Augusta Gibbs was born in 1879. He married Jessie Mae Ward. He died in 1965.

He was buried in 1965 in East Hill Cemetery, Rushville, Rush Co., IN, Findagrave #79332193.
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Jessie Mae Ward

F, #122692, b. 1883, d. 1941
Pedigree Link

Family: Augusta Gibbs (b. 1879, d. 1965)

DaughterEsther Mae Gibbs+ (b. 27 June 1911, d. 29 April 1983)

Biography

Jessie Mae Ward was born in 1883. She married Augusta Gibbs. She died in 1941.

She was buried in 1941 in East Hill Cemetery, Rushville, Rush Co., IN, Findagrave #79332192.
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Carolyn Kaye Byrd

F, #122694, b. 14 April 1945, d. 18 April 2001
Pedigree Link

Biography

Carolyn Kaye Byrd was born on 14 April 1945 in New Castle, Henry Co., IN. She married Thomas Roger Swigert son of Frank Edwin Swigert and Esther Mae Gibbs, on 25 August 1963 in Montpelier, Blackford Co., IN. Carolyn Kaye Byrd died on 18 April 2001 in Salt Lake City, Salt Lake Co., UT.

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Mona Jean Grogg

F, #122695, b. 5 January 1949, d. 27 January 2006
Pedigree Link

Biography

Mona Jean Grogg was born on 5 January 1949 in Bluffton, Wells Co., IN. She married Thomas Roger Swigert son of Frank Edwin Swigert and Esther Mae Gibbs, on 29 August 1970 in South Bend, St. Joseph Co., IN. Mona Jean Grogg died on 27 January 2006 in Bluffton, Wells Co., IN.

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