Genealogical Quiz

Here's a new feature I'm going to try: a monthly question about our family history. I'll post a new question each month and then post the answer the following month. Let me know what you think! If you'd like to submit a question, feel free to send it to me. Here's the first question:

From the time Brian Pendleton arrived in America in the early 1600's up until the middle of the 19th century, many of the Pendletons were involved in maritime activities - shipping, fishing and whaling. During that period, how many of our relatives were "lost at sea"?
a) 25 or fewer
b) More than 25, but fewer than 50
c) 50 or more

Check back next month for the answer!

--ANSWER

“C. More than 50.” Everett Hall Pendleton in his book, Brian Pendleton and His Descendants, cites at least 72 incidents of family members (including spouses) being “lost at sea.” He also notes another 37 relatives who drowned. Sorry I started this feature out on a depressing note.

Sick Call - Mary Ryan

I received this piece of news from Kathy [Ryan] Meyer about her mother, Mary [Pendleton] Ryan:

“Just thought I would put a note out here to tell you that mom just spent a week in the hospital [...]. She is now at Brookside Care Center in Kenosha for rehab. Her spirits are up and she is working hard to get back home. Fortunately we were able to get her in the BEST facility in Kenosha so we feel very lucky. She seems to be adjusting well. After Thursday you will be able to reach her at her usual number. (262)948-0759. I will keep you posted. Her address (until further notice) is Brookside Care Center, 3506 Washington Rd, Kenosha 53144. She is in Room 217.”

If you have a chance, drop her a Get Well card, or give her a call.

Blake Christopher Ryan has arrived.

Join me in welcoming the latest addition to Generation 4, Blake Christopher Ryan. Blake was born September 24, 2009 to Christopher (3) & Tiffany Ryan. He is being held by his Grandma, Betty Ryan.

Christopher is the son of Tim Ryan (2) who is the son of Mary [Pendleton] Ryan (1).

New Categories!

Do you ever want to just look at the "Memorials" or "Birthdays" postings, but don't want to have to scroll through all the other postings? I've added 2 new categories to the posts on this blog: "Memorials" and "Birthdays". If you click on the Categories Label (on the left side of the screen) only the postings in that category will be displayed. I hope this makes navigating around the blog easier.

Sick Call - Ken Proctor

Ken Proctor, husband of Nancy [Niles] Proctor (2), underwent surgery on August 17th to remove 5 bone spurs in his neck. All went well except that during the procedure, his esophagus was punctured which required the insertion of a feeding tube into his stomach, He will have the feeding tube for 8 weeks and is unable to take any food or liquids by mouth until the tube comes out.

He has been recuperating at home and is back to taking short walks. Fortunately, Nancy is able to stop home during the day to help him with his feeding and meds.

Let’s all send our best wishes for a speedy recovery! If you have a chance, drop a note or an E-Mail to him and Nancy.

If you know of any other news in the family - births, marriages, illnesses etc. - let me know and I will post it. PaulPendleton@Comcast.net.

Keep in touch!

2009 Family Picnic

Today was the first family reunion of the decendants of Roy and Sophie in almost fifty years! It was a beautiful day in Holmen, Wisconsin and a great time was had by all. Nearly 100 family members and spouses attended. I've added a slide show of the pictures that I have so far. I'll add more as people E-Mail them to me. (If you click on the pictures, you can view the web album. From there you can see the pictures better or download them so you can save or print them.)

If you took some pictures at the picnic and would like to share them, please E-Mail them to me: PaulPendleton@Comcast.net.

And, for those of you who took the questionaires for the family tree home, please complete them and return them to me as soon as you can - before you forget. (I know who you are...) If you didn't get a chance to look at "the book" to verify the information I have, but would like to do so now, just E-Mail or call me and I will send the info I have to you.

As always, I am constantly trying to keep the family tree up to date, so if there are any births or marriages or (hopefully not) any deaths or divorces in your family, PLEASE let me know so I can record them. I am also looking for volunteers to help collect information from their families. If you are interested, let me know.

On a personal note, I'd like to pass along a sincere "Thank You" to Pam [Roberts] Heath (15) and her mother, Peggy [Pendleton] Roberts (14), for all their efforts in putting this picnic together. GOOD JOB!!!! Please join me in expressing your gratitude by leaving a comment to this post...

2009 Family Picnic

There WILL be a family picnic this summer thanks to all the efforts of Pam Heath.

Here is an excerpt from the E-Mail Pam sent me:

“…two years ago I approached my mother and my aunts to start a family reunion. We all get busy in our lives and I thought it would be a nice way to keep in touch. I thought it went well the past two years and would like to expand it and invite some more relatives to join us. So, I have reserved a shelter, and would like to extend the invitation out to the Pendleton relatives.

The shelter I reserved is at the Holland Town Hall, shelter 2. The date is Sunday, August 2nd, 2009. Take hwy 53 north from La Crosse, about 10 miles, take the McHugh Road exit (county MH.) At the stop sign, turn left, go about 1 mile to the town hall on the left, turn in the second driveway just past the shelter house.

Time is 10:00 am to about 3 or 4 pm.

They have slides and swings for the kids, and horse shoe pits, for those who wish to play and flushable toilets!!!!!!!!!!

THINGS TO BRING: your own meat to grill, drinks, and table service, and a dish to pass, and lawn chairs.

I will have grills there for anyone to use. Hopefully we will have a nice sunny day…

…I am also looking for a picture of my grandpa, Edward Pendleton (13), with his brothers and sisters at any age if someone could send me a copy.”

Please spread the word about the picnic to your families. Let’s try to make this a success. Also, please bring any pictures that you would like to share.

If you have any questions, or would like to forward some family pictures, please feel free to contact me at PaulPendleton@comcast.net.

Pam [Roberts] Heath (15) is the daughter of Peggy [Pendleton] Roberts (14) who is the daughter of Edward Pendleton (13).

Kathy [Ryan] Meyer Update

Kathy [Ryan] Meyer (2) is home from the rehab center but still recuperating from her knee surgery. I’m sure she would love to hear from family and friends. If you need her contact info, E-Mail me at PaulPendleton@comcast.net.

Sick Call - Kathy [Ryan] Meyer

Kathy [Ryan] Meyer (2) had her knee replaced on April 6th. Her daughter, Melissa, sent me this update:

"Mom had her right knee replaced and there were no complications during the surgery. This is the same leg that Mom broke her ankle a few years ago. Following the surgery Mom's lymphedema began to act up and her right leg is extremely swollen. Partly because of this complication, Mom was unable to come straight home from the hospital. She has been in a nursing home in Greendale since her release from the hospital. She is doing well with rehab. Once she is up she is able to walk, but at this point she is not able to get her right leg in and out of the bed without assistance. Her therapy is coming along though, and as you all know my mom is one tough cookie and doesn't stop once she has her mind set on something!

She just changed rooms, so for those of you who had her direct line that number has now changed. Here is the contact information for her. I'm sure she'd love to hear from anyone who wants to chat!

Heritage Square
5404 W Loomis Rd
Greendale, WI 53219

Room 112
Phone: 414-421-1927 (direct to her room) "

I spoke with Kathy last night and it looks like she might be at the rehab facility until May 6th. If you have a chance, give her a call or drop her a card. She will not have access to her E-Mail until she gets home.

Congratulations to Nancy Proctor

Nancy [Niles] Proctor (2) was elected Village President in Holmen, WI on Tuesday, April 7, 2009. Nancy is the daughter of Margaret [Pendleton] Niles (1).

Let's all wish her good luck in her endeavors!