Lounsbury, Theodore

Birth

Theodore Lounsbury was born in Thursday, September 20, 1906, the son of Seward Lounsbury (25 JAN 1861 - 1925) and Ailene (Allie) Vincent (NOV 1863 - AFT 1920). His brothers and sisters were:

• John Henry Lounsbury (12 JUN 1887 - 30 OCT 1965)
• Lula Lounsbury (ABT AUG 1889 - 3 JAN 1890)
• Elliot Lounsbury (21 OCT 1894 - 4 MAR 1969)
• Elvin Lounsbury (7 SEP 1898 - 8 FEB 1935)
• Mary Lounsbury (25 SEP 1900 - MAY 1967)
• Harriette (Hattie) Lounsbury (25 JUN 1902 - UNKNOWN)

Marriage & Children

Theodore Lounsbury married Lena B. Fisher. Their children were:

• Patrick Lounsbury
• Harold Lounsbury
• Clifton Lloyd Lounsbury
• John Lounsbury
• Clyde Lounsbury
• Dennis Lounsbury
• Terrence Lounsbury
• Roger Lounsbury
• William Lounsbury
• Thomas Lounsbury
• Theodore Lounsbury, Jr.
• Mrs. Robert Peck
• Mrs. Henry Manss
• Janet Lounsbury
• Janice Lounsbury
• Betty Jean Lounsbury
• Sandra Lounsbury Lounsbury

Death

Theodore Lounsbury, 56, father of 17 children, died last Thursday (February 9, 1961) night at his home in Dormanswille.

Obituary

Theodore Lounsbury Obituary - Altamont Enterprise — Friday, February 17, 1961

Theodore Lounsbury, Father of 17, Dies

Funeral services were held Sunday for Theodore Lounsbury, 56, father of 17 children, who died last Thursday night at his home in Dormanswille.

A lifelong resident of Dormansville area, he was employed by the Duffy-Mott Co. of Voorheesville. He was a member of the Westerlo Town Board of Assessors and the Westerlo Volunteer Fire Department.

Besides his wife, the former Lena B. Fisher, he is survived by 11 sons, Patrick, Harold, Lloyd, John, Clyde, Dennis, Terrence, Roger, William, Thomas, and Theodore Lounsbury, Jr. six daughters, Mrs. Robert Peck, Mrs. Henry Manss, Janet, Janic, Betty Jean and Sandra Lounsbury, and 11 grandchildren.

Services were held at 2 p. m. at the Applebee Funeral Home, Delmar. The Rev. Donald Boyce of Westerlo Reformed church officiated. Burial was in Onesquethaw cemetery.

Altamont Enterprise - February 17, 1961

Additional Media

Berkhofer-Lounsbury marriage - Altamont Enterprise — November 8, 1968

Theodore Lounsbury: Social Security Death Index (SSDI) Death Record
Name: Theodore Lounsbury
State of Issue: New York
Date of Birth: Thursday September 20, 1906
Date of Death: February 1961
Est. Age at Death: 54 years, 4 months

Dormansville

BERKHOFER -- LOUNSBURY

A fall wedding took place at Dormansville United Methodist church Saturday afternoon, Nov 2 when Miss Janet Lounsbury was married to Donald Berkhofer

The bride was given in marriage by her brother Theodore Lounsbury. The ceremony was performed by the pastor of the church, Rev William Robertson. Miss Laura Palmer gave a program of organ music preceding the ceremony and Pastor Robertson sang, "O Perfect Love" and "Because." He also sang the Lords Prayer during the ceremony

Miss Lounsbury was attended by her sisters Miss Janice Lounsbury and Miss Sandra Lounsbury and Miss Mary Jane Slingerland. Tammy Lounsbury was flower girl and Jeff Lounsbury was ring bearer, niece and nephew of the bride.

The bride's dress was full length white crepe; with a lace train, and lace trim Her maid of honor Janice Lounsbury wore a full-length dress of green brocade with matching hair bow. Her bridesmaids and flower girl were attired in gold brocade, with matching hair bows. All carried yellow bouquets. A reception followed in the church social room. Best wishes are extended Mr and Mrs Berkhofer for a happy married life.

Altamont Enterprise - November 8, 1968

Seward Lounsbury will sell from his residence, 3 miles from Westerlo and 3 miles from Rensselaerville, on Monday, Dec. 25, at 1 o'clock, 1 horse, 1 cow, 2 fall pigs, 49 fowls, 4 tons of rye and oat straw, rye and potatoes wagons, mowing machine, etc. Terms made known on day of sale. By order of Seward Lounsbury.

Altamont Enterprise - December 22, 1916

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