This month’s quiz is a tough one… What significance does the date September 8, 2010 have?
A. When written in the European format, it is 8/9/10.
B. It is the date on which Mary [Pendleton] Ryan (1) becomes the oldest living relative on record.
C. It is the 400th anniversary of the date the first of our ancestors, Brian Pendleton (-9), landed in America.
Check back next month for the answer!
-- ANSWER
Although it is true that when written in the European format, it is 8/9/10, that’s hardly noteworthy.
I’m also just going to tell you that the date was NOT the 400th anniversary of Brian Pendleton landing in America, but I’m saving the correct answer to that question for another quiz.
That means the correct answer is that was the date Mary [Pendleton] Ryan became the longest lived relative on record. She was born 25, December 1908 and on 8, September 2010 had lived an incredible 37,147 days! That translates to 101 years, 8 months, 14 days, or to really blow your mind… 3.21 BILLION seconds! She is a truly remarkable lady. Let’s all hope that she lives another 3 billion seconds!
Tuesday, August 31, 2010
Sunday, August 8, 2010
Special Birthday Notice
It was just brought to my attention, today, that Gert Pendleton, wife of Arnie Pendleton (1), will be celebrating her 90th birthday on August 30th. Please consider giving her a call or dropping her a card to help her mark this milestone!
Family Picnic
The annual family picnic was held today. The turnout was not quite as good as last year, but a good time was had by all who were there.
A raffle was held to help cover the cost of this year's picnic. I'm please to report that enough was raised to cover this year and there is a good "seed" fund for next year. Rhonda Reed (15) organized some games for the kids with prizes going to the winners. Luckily, ALL of the kids were winners!
Fortunately, the weather cooperated also. It was cloudy most of the afternoon which kept the temps in the low 80's rather than the upper 90's that had been predicted.
My sister, Sue [Pendleton] Ender (14), posted the pictures she took today. You will probably have to cut and paste the link into your browser.
https://cid-d6f11f791bfb0c12.photos.live.com/play.aspx/pictures?Bsrc=EMSHOO&Bpub=SN.Notifications
If it doesn't work, let me know and I will try sending you the link by E-Mail.
I just want to express my personal thanks to Sue [Roberts] Heath (15) for all the time and effort she put into pulling this off again this year. She is already planning next year's picnic. The date will be August 7, 2011 - MARK YOUR CALENDAR!!!
A raffle was held to help cover the cost of this year's picnic. I'm please to report that enough was raised to cover this year and there is a good "seed" fund for next year. Rhonda Reed (15) organized some games for the kids with prizes going to the winners. Luckily, ALL of the kids were winners!
Fortunately, the weather cooperated also. It was cloudy most of the afternoon which kept the temps in the low 80's rather than the upper 90's that had been predicted.
My sister, Sue [Pendleton] Ender (14), posted the pictures she took today. You will probably have to cut and paste the link into your browser.
https://cid-d6f11f791bfb0c12.photos.live.com/play.aspx/pictures?Bsrc=EMSHOO&Bpub=SN.Notifications
If it doesn't work, let me know and I will try sending you the link by E-Mail.
I just want to express my personal thanks to Sue [Roberts] Heath (15) for all the time and effort she put into pulling this off again this year. She is already planning next year's picnic. The date will be August 7, 2011 - MARK YOUR CALENDAR!!!
Wednesday, July 28, 2010
2010 Family Picnic - Update
I received an E-Mail from Pam (Sue) Heath about the upcoming family picnic.
The date will be Sunday, August 8th from 10 AM to around 3 PM at the Holland Town Hall on McHugh Road just west of Holmen, Wisconsin.
Pam says that she will have BBQs and buns, but you are on your own for grilling. Please bring your own lawn chairs, beverages and a dish to pass.
She also said that she was planning to do a raffle for the kids, so if you would like to donate a small toy or any other item, it would be GREATLY appreciated.
If you need directions or if you have any questions, please feel free to E-Mail me and I will forward it on to Pam.
Hope to see you all there!
The date will be Sunday, August 8th from 10 AM to around 3 PM at the Holland Town Hall on McHugh Road just west of Holmen, Wisconsin.
Pam says that she will have BBQs and buns, but you are on your own for grilling. Please bring your own lawn chairs, beverages and a dish to pass.
She also said that she was planning to do a raffle for the kids, so if you would like to donate a small toy or any other item, it would be GREATLY appreciated.
If you need directions or if you have any questions, please feel free to E-Mail me and I will forward it on to Pam.
Hope to see you all there!
August 2010 Quiz
I had so much fun figuring out compiling the answer to last month’s quiz, I decided to look back at ancestors to see what the most common male and female names were. I limited the search to just relatives, not including spouses.
So this month’s quiz is what are the most common male and female names overall?
-- ANSWER
At this point in time, I have about 25,000 names in the tree. The results this time were not quite as surprising.
For women, the most common name was Mary (280 people.) The next most common names were Sarah (150) and Elizabeth (72.)
For men, the most common name was William (272 people.) The next most common names were Charles (195) and John (157.)
I think that’s about as far as I can go with names.
So this month’s quiz is what are the most common male and female names overall?
-- ANSWER
At this point in time, I have about 25,000 names in the tree. The results this time were not quite as surprising.
For women, the most common name was Mary (280 people.) The next most common names were Sarah (150) and Elizabeth (72.)
For men, the most common name was William (272 people.) The next most common names were Charles (195) and John (157.)
I think that’s about as far as I can go with names.
Monday, July 12, 2010
Congratulations Eddie and Joan!
This was just brought to my attention and merits a special posting.
Eddie (2) and Joan Pendleton celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on 9, July 2010. Please join me in congratulating them on this momentous occasion and wishing them another 50!
Wednesday, June 30, 2010
2010 Family Picnic
Good News! There will be another family picnic/reunion this year thanks to the efforts of Pam Heath. She had the foresight to reserve the same shelter as last year.
Here is the text of the E-Mail I received from Pam:
“I have had a few inquires about this years reunion. I am glad that people are asking. The shelter has been reserved, the same place as last year, I was in there on january 6th to make sure I could get it. Just didn't think everyone would be thinking about it already. I have had a few suggestions of changes, and things to add to keep it more fun for everyone, so if you have ideas , or would like to get a committee formed to do further planning , let me know and I will try to set something up. I have a busy summer coming up, so I can use all the help I can get. Lets try to make this one bigger and better than last year. please pass this email on to anyone else who's emails I don't have included. thanks Pam Heath, peggy pendletons daughter, Ed Pendletons grand-daughter”
The date will be Sunday, August 8th from 10:00 AM to around 4:00 PM at the Holland Town Hall on McHugh Road about a mile west of Highway 53.
If you have any questions, contact Pam Heath or feel free to drop me an E-Mail: PaulPendleton@Comcast.net.
Here is the text of the E-Mail I received from Pam:
“I have had a few inquires about this years reunion. I am glad that people are asking. The shelter has been reserved, the same place as last year, I was in there on january 6th to make sure I could get it. Just didn't think everyone would be thinking about it already. I have had a few suggestions of changes, and things to add to keep it more fun for everyone, so if you have ideas , or would like to get a committee formed to do further planning , let me know and I will try to set something up. I have a busy summer coming up, so I can use all the help I can get. Lets try to make this one bigger and better than last year. please pass this email on to anyone else who's emails I don't have included. thanks Pam Heath, peggy pendletons daughter, Ed Pendletons grand-daughter”
The date will be Sunday, August 8th from 10:00 AM to around 4:00 PM at the Holland Town Hall on McHugh Road about a mile west of Highway 53.
If you have any questions, contact Pam Heath or feel free to drop me an E-Mail: PaulPendleton@Comcast.net.
Tuesday, June 29, 2010
July 2010 Quiz
For this month’s quiz, let’s think of all of Roy and Sophie’s grandchildren and their descendants. What are the most common boy’s and girl’s first names? (I’m just counting relatives, not spouses.)
Check back next month for the answer!
-- ANSWER
I have record of just under 300 of their descendants and I was a little surprised at the results.
There is a 3 way tie for male names (6 people each): Andrew, David and Michael. The most common female name is Julie (4 people).
The next most common names are Daniel and Robert (4 people each) for male names and Angela, Kimberly, Patricia and Tamara (3 each) for female names.
Check back next month for the answer!
-- ANSWER
I have record of just under 300 of their descendants and I was a little surprised at the results.
There is a 3 way tie for male names (6 people each): Andrew, David and Michael. The most common female name is Julie (4 people).
The next most common names are Daniel and Robert (4 people each) for male names and Angela, Kimberly, Patricia and Tamara (3 each) for female names.
Monday, May 31, 2010
June 2010 Quiz
For this month’s quiz, let’s go back to “immediate” family. How many siblings did Roy Wellington Pendleton (Grandpa Roy) have?
A. Three
B. Five
C. Seven
For extra credit, name them!
Check back next month for the answer.
-- ANSWER
Roy Wellington Pendleton (Grandpa Roy) was the eighth, and youngest, child of Beeley Blanchford Pendleton & Catherine [Newkirk] Pendleton. So, the correct answer is: C. Seven
You were also asked to name them for extra credit. They were: James (1856 – 1938), Isaac (1858 – 1862), Florence (1862 – 1865), Pleasant Emma (1864 – 1936), George (1867 – 1932), Elmaria (1869 – 1870) and Lily (1871 – 1956).
A. Three
B. Five
C. Seven
For extra credit, name them!
Check back next month for the answer.
-- ANSWER
Roy Wellington Pendleton (Grandpa Roy) was the eighth, and youngest, child of Beeley Blanchford Pendleton & Catherine [Newkirk] Pendleton. So, the correct answer is: C. Seven
You were also asked to name them for extra credit. They were: James (1856 – 1938), Isaac (1858 – 1862), Florence (1862 – 1865), Pleasant Emma (1864 – 1936), George (1867 – 1932), Elmaria (1869 – 1870) and Lily (1871 – 1956).
Tuesday, April 27, 2010
May 2010 Quiz
What distinction does Ann Williams [Pendleton] Rogers (1820 – 1861) hold?
A. She was the first Pendleton to hold a patent.
B. She was the first Pendleton woman to circumnavigate the world.
C. All of her immediate family (husband and children) died in different countries,
-- ANSWER
Ann Williams [Pendleton] Rogers was another in the long list of Pendletons who were involved in the maritime industries and traveled extensively. She and her husband, Richard J Rogers had 2 children, Allen and Ernest. Allen died in 1858 at age 12 in Havana, Cuba. Ernest died in 1857 at age 3 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Ann died in 1861 at age 41 in Marseilles, France. I’m not sure exactly where Richard died, but everything indicates he died in the US. So… the correct answer is C. All of her immediate family died in different countries.
A. She was the first Pendleton to hold a patent.
B. She was the first Pendleton woman to circumnavigate the world.
C. All of her immediate family (husband and children) died in different countries,
-- ANSWER
Ann Williams [Pendleton] Rogers was another in the long list of Pendletons who were involved in the maritime industries and traveled extensively. She and her husband, Richard J Rogers had 2 children, Allen and Ernest. Allen died in 1858 at age 12 in Havana, Cuba. Ernest died in 1857 at age 3 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Ann died in 1861 at age 41 in Marseilles, France. I’m not sure exactly where Richard died, but everything indicates he died in the US. So… the correct answer is C. All of her immediate family died in different countries.
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