Joseph Reff

1865 - 1909  (~ 44 years)

• Name	Joseph Reff  [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]
  Alt. Birth	Cal 1863	Cape Vincent, Jefferson County, New York   [6, 7]
  Alt. Birth	Cal 1864	New York   [8, 9, 10, 11]
  Born	Jan 1865	Jefferson County, New York   [12]
  Gender	Male
  Census	17 Jun 1865	Cape Vincent, Jefferson County, New York   [13]
  	New York State
  Census	1875	Cape Vincent, Jefferson County, New York   [14]
  Residence	Cal 1880	Gorman Township, Otter Tail, Minnesota   [15]
  Census	1885	Hobart, Otter Tail, Minnesota   [16]
  _UID	F8F7481EFB86462EB154D92C96F155C8F8B2
  Died	26 Jun 1909	Luce, Otter Tail, Minnesota, United States   [17]
  Person ID	I919	Paul's Genealogy Tree
  Last Modified	2 Nov 2016

  
  

  Father	Jean Reff,   b. 6 Oct 1821, Berthelming, Moselle, Lorraine, France ,   d. 14 Sep 1902, Otter Trail, Minnesota  (Age 80 years)
  Mother	Julia Ann Krasbach,   b. 1827, France ,   d. 30 Jan 1909, Frazee, Becker, Minnesota, United States  (Age 82 years)
  Married	Y  [18, 19]
  Children	11 children
  1. Peter Reff,   b. Cal 1849, Jefferson County, New York ,   d. Yes, date unknown   2. John Reff, Jr.,   b. Jun 1850, Jefferson County, New York ,   d. Yes, date unknown   3. Mary Reff,   b. Cal 1853, New York ,   d. Yes, date unknown   4. Christopher Reff,   b. Cal 1855, New York ,   d. Yes, date unknown   5. Elizabeth Reff,   b. 13 Jan 1857, Rosiere, Jefferson County, New York ,   d. 24 Oct 1936, Rosiere, Jefferson County, New York  (Age 79 years)   6. Julia Reff,   b. 1859, New York ,   d. Yes, date unknown   7. Nicholas H. Reff,   b. Feb 1861, New York ,   d. 1942  (Age ~ 80 years)   8. Joseph Reff,   b. Jan 1865, Jefferson County, New York ,   d. 26 Jun 1909, Luce, Otter Tail, Minnesota, United States  (Age ~ 44 years)   9. George Reff,   b. Jun 1866, New York ,   d. Yes, date unknown   10. Josephine Reff,   b. 1869, New York ,   d. Yes, date unknown   11. William Reff,   b. 1871, New York ,   d. Yes, date unknown
  Family ID	F300	Group Sheet  |  Family Chart

  
  

  Family	Minnie Fischer,   d. Yes, date unknown
  Married	1886  [20]
  Last Modified	31 Jan 2015
  Family ID	F10643	Group Sheet  |  Family Chart

  
  

• Event Map

  Alt. Birth - Cal 1863 - Cape Vincent, Jefferson County, New York Alt. Birth - Cal 1864 - New York Born - Jan 1865 - Jefferson County, New York Census - New York State - 17 Jun 1865 - Cape Vincent, Jefferson County, New York Census - 1875 - Cape Vincent, Jefferson County, New York Residence - Cal 1880 - Gorman Township, Otter Tail, Minnesota Census - 1885 - Hobart, Otter Tail, Minnesota Died - 26 Jun 1909 - Luce, Otter Tail, Minnesota, United States  = Link to Google Earth

  
  

• Notes

  (Research):---- http://www.findagrave.com/cgi-bin/fg.cgi?page=gr&GRid=74966914 ---- https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:FSP9-KM2 ----- http://otchs.org/ot_search_results.php?NameLast=reff&NameFirst=joseph&PublicationSubjects=&BusinessName=&LocationTownshipFullName=&PublicationYear=&DocumentType=&search_submit=Search -------------- Had three sons and one daughter. Brothers: Christopher, George, and William, all living in Frazee, Minnesota in 1909. Nicholas, living in Cape Vincent, Jefferson County, New York, in 1909. Sisters: Mrs. Michael Smithling, living in Luce, Otter Tail County, Minnesota in 1909. Mrs. Alfred King, living in Verago, Minnesota in 1909. Mrs. Eugene Bourcy living in Rosiere, Jefferson County, New York, in 1909. Mrs. Giles Kilborn, living in Cape Vincent, Jefferson County, New York, in 1909. ----- http://www.otchs.org/ot_search_results.php?NameLast=reff&NameFirst=joseph&PublicationSubjects=&BusinessName=&LocationTownshipFullName=&PublicationYear=&DocumentType=&search_submit=Search --- Gorman Township Information Population: 465 Area: 35.67289 Square Miles Minor Civil Division: 2711124632 Incorporated Cities: None Commissioners District: 1 [View More Info] Major Lakes: Little Pine, Murphy, Silver T137N - R39W Township Officials [21]

  
  

• Sources

  [S983] 1865 New York State Census, New York, Jefferson, (Digital images. Church of Jesus Christ Latter Day Saints. \i FamilySearch.org\i0 . http://familysearch.org : 2015), Cape Vincent, p. 17, dwelling 117, family 121, line 24, Joseph Reff; (http://familysearch.org : accessed Feb 1, 2015); citing source p. 17, line 23, household ID 121, State Library, Albany; FHL microfilm 895,244. (Reliability: 3), 1 Feb 2015. Name: John Fraley family data, compled by Tim Acheson, p. 1, February 13, 2015 John Fraley family data, compled by Tim Acheson, p. 1, February 13, 2015 John Fraley family data, compled by Tim Acheson, p. 2, February 13, 2015 John Fraley family data, compled by Tim Acheson, p. 2, February 13, 2015 John Fraley family data, compled by Tim Acheson, p. 3, February 13, 2015 John Fraley family data, compled by Tim Acheson, p. 3, February 13, 2015 Photos of Malinda Besha and John Fraley, per Tim Acheson Photos of Malinda Besha and John Fraley, per Tim Acheson John Reff page 186, US Census 1870, Cape Vincent, Jefferson County, NY John Reff and family, 1865 census, Cape Vincent, Jefferson County, New York John Reff and family, 1865 census, Cape Vincent, Jefferson County, New York Image source: https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.3.1/TH-1-18045-92350-17?cc=1491284 [S382] US Census 1870 - Jefferson County, NY, National Archives and Records Administration, (Ancestry.com. 1870 United States Federal Census. [database on-line] Provo, UT: MyFamily.com, Inc., 2003-. Indexed by Ancestry.com from microfilmed schedules of the 1870 U.S. Federal Decennial Census.1870 United States Federal Census. [database online] Provo, UT: MyFamily.com, Inc., 2003. Original data: Data imaged from National Archives and Records Administration. 1870 Federal Population Census. M593, 1,761 rolls; part of Minnesota T132, 13 rolls. Washington, D.C.: National Archives and Records Administration.), NARA Series M593, Roll 944; Page: 186; Image: 374 (Reliability: 3), 27 Nov 2005. John Fraley family data, compled by Tim Acheson, p. 1, February 13, 2015 John Fraley family data, compled by Tim Acheson, p. 1, February 13, 2015 John Fraley family data, compled by Tim Acheson, p. 2, February 13, 2015 John Fraley family data, compled by Tim Acheson, p. 2, February 13, 2015 John Fraley family data, compled by Tim Acheson, p. 3, February 13, 2015 John Fraley family data, compled by Tim Acheson, p. 3, February 13, 2015 Photos of Malinda Besha and John Fraley, per Tim Acheson Photos of Malinda Besha and John Fraley, per Tim Acheson John Reff and family, 1865 census, Cape Vincent, Jefferson County, New York John Reff and family, 1865 census, Cape Vincent, Jefferson County, New York Image source: https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.3.1/TH-1-18045-92350-17?cc=1491284 John Reff page 186, US Census 1870, Cape Vincent, Jefferson County, NY [S764] 1875 New York State Census Jefferson County NY, New York, Jefferson, (Digital images. FamilySearch.org. \i FamilySearch.org\i0 . http://FamilySearch.org : 2012), Cape Vincent, p. 11, family 98, line 17, John Reff; (http://FamilySearch.org : accessed Nov 13, 2012); citing FHL 895248, https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.1.1/VT8L-3WT (Reliability: 3), 13 Nov 2012. name: John Reff titles & terms: Jr event: Census event date: 1875 event place: E.D. 2, Cape Vincent, Jefferson, New York, United States gender: Male age: 25 relationship to head of household: Son estimated birth year: 1850 family number: 98 page: 11 line number: 17 film number: 895248 digital folder number: 004858070 image number: 00300 Household Gender Age Birthplace John Reff M 49 wife Julia Reff F 47 son Nichols Reff M 16 son Joseph Reff M 12 son George Reff M 9 daughter Josephine Reff F 6 son John Reff M 25 daughter-in-law Emma Reff F 19 John Reff and Emma Margaret Fraley John Reff page 186, US Census 1870, Cape Vincent, Jefferson County, NY John Reff and Emma [S847] 1885 Minnesota State Census, Otter Tail County, Minnesota, Otter Tail, (Digital images. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. \i FamilySearch\i0 . http://familysearch.org : 2012), Hobart, p. 5, family 33, line 37, John Reff; (http://familysearch.org : accessed Nov 12, 2012) (Reliability: 3), 12 Nov 2012. name: John Reff residence: Hobart, Otter Tail, Minnesota age: 63 years estimated birth year: 1822 birthplace: France race: White gender: Male family number: 33 volume: Otter Tail page number: 4 film number: 000565749 Household Gender Age Birthplace Michael Smithling M 38y New York Mary Smithling F 33y New York George Smithling M 11y New York Leon Smithling M 9y New York Matew Smithling M 7y New York Frank Smithling M 5y New York Elizabeth Smithling F 3y New York John Reff M 63y France Julia Reff F 58y Germany Joseph Reff M 21y New York George Reff M 18y New York Josephine Reff F 16y New York William Reff M 14y New York name: Julia Reff residence: Hobart, Otter Tail, Minnesota age: 58 years estimated birth year: 1827 birthplace: Germany race: White gender: Female family number: 33 volume: Otter Tail page number: 4 film number: 000565749 Household Gender Age Birthplace Michael Smithling M 38y New York Mary Smithling F 33y New York George Smithling M 11y New York Leon Smithling M 9y New York Matew Smithling M 7y New York Frank Smithling M 5y New York Elizabeth Smithling F 3y New York John Reff M 63y France Julia Reff F 58y Germany Joseph Reff M 21y New York George Reff M 18y New York Josephine Reff F 16y New York William Reff M 14y New York John Reff Julia Reff John Reff page 186, US Census 1870, Cape Vincent, Jefferson County, NY John Reff and Julia Reff Watertown Daily Times [S678] Cape Vincent Eagle, New York. Cape Vincent., "Joseph Reff. Former Cape Vincent Resident Dies in Minnesota.," Thursday, July 22, 1909, p. 2, col. 5; digital images, \i NYS Historic Newspapers\i0 (Reliability: 3), 31 Jan 2015. Cape Vincent Eagle Thursday, July 22, 1909 page 2 column: 5 Joseph Reff. Former Cape Vincent Resident Dies in Minnesota. The following concerning the death of Joseph Reff, a former resident of Cape Vincent, who died at his home at Luce, Minn., is taken from the paper published in that village: Joseph Reff, one of the best known and most popular farmers of Gorman township, passed away Saturday morning, June 26, at his home near the village of Luce. His death was due to a complication of disesaes from which he had been suffering for about two years. He consulted the ablest medical specialists in the state but their treatment afforded little relief and he gradually failed until death ended his sufferings. For several months he realized that there was no hope, but he faced the end bravely, with always a kind, cheerful word for those around him, and passed away consoled by the last rites of the Catholic Church, of which be had always been a faithful member. Joseph Reff was born at Cape Vincent, N.Y. 46 years ago. He came to Minnesota 29 years ago and soon afterwards settled on the farm in Gorman town which has since been his home. In 1886 he was married to Miss Minnie Fischer, who with three sons and one daughter are left to mourn the death of a devoted husband and father. Tho daughter is now traveling in California for the benefit of her health and was unable to be present at the funeral. Deceased was an honest, upright man who took an active part in every movement that tended to the advancement and betterment of the community in which he lived. He was one of the prime movers in the establishment of the Luce creamery. He assisted in incorporating the village of Luce and acted as its village president for several years. He was town clerk of Gorman town for many years, holding the office at the time of his death. Prior to that he was supervisor several terms, being chairman of the board most of the time. In every sphere of life he acted well his part and his untimely death is deeply deplored by all who knew him. Deceased is also survived by the following brothers and sisters: Christopher, George and William Reff, of Frazee, Minn.; Nicholas Reff, of Cape Vincent; Mrs. Michael Smithling, of Luce; Mrs Alfred King, of Verago, Minn.; Mrs. Eugene Bourcy, of Rosiere, and Mac Giles Kilborn, of Cape Vincent. John Reff and Emma Cape Vincent Eagle, July 22, 1909 Cape Vincent Eagle, July 22, 1909 Obituary for Joseph Reff Image source: http://nyshistoricnewspapers.org/lccn/sn94057709/1909-07-22/ed-1/seq-2.pdf Margaret Fraley John Reff and Emma [S983] 1865 New York State Census, New York, Jefferson, (Digital images. Church of Jesus Christ Latter Day Saints. \i FamilySearch.org\i0 . http://familysearch.org : 2015), Cape Vincent, p. 17, dwelling 117, family 121, line 24, Joseph Reff; (http://familysearch.org : accessed Feb 1, 2015); citing source p. 17, line 23, household ID 121, State Library, Albany; FHL microfilm 895,244. (Reliability: 3), 1 Feb 2015. Name: John Fraley John Reff page 186, US Census 1870, Cape Vincent, Jefferson County, NY John Reff and family, 1865 census, Cape Vincent, Jefferson County, New York John Reff and family, 1865 census, Cape Vincent, Jefferson County, New York Image source: https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.3.1/TH-1-18045-92350-17?cc=1491284 [S678] Cape Vincent Eagle, New York. Cape Vincent., "Joseph Reff. Former Cape Vincent Resident Dies in Minnesota.," Thursday, July 22, 1909, p. 2, col. 5; digital images, \i NYS Historic Newspapers\i0 (Reliability: 3), 31 Jan 2015. Cape Vincent Eagle Thursday, July 22, 1909 page 2 column: 5 Joseph Reff. Former Cape Vincent Resident Dies in Minnesota. The following concerning the death of Joseph Reff, a former resident of Cape Vincent, who died at his home at Luce, Minn., is taken from the paper published in that village: Joseph Reff, one of the best known and most popular farmers of Gorman township, passed away Saturday morning, June 26, at his home near the village of Luce. His death was due to a complication of disesaes from which he had been suffering for about two years. He consulted the ablest medical specialists in the state but their treatment afforded little relief and he gradually failed until death ended his sufferings. For several months he realized that there was no hope, but he faced the end bravely, with always a kind, cheerful word for those around him, and passed away consoled by the last rites of the Catholic Church, of which be had always been a faithful member. Joseph Reff was born at Cape Vincent, N.Y. 46 years ago. He came to Minnesota 29 years ago and soon afterwards settled on the farm in Gorman town which has since been his home. In 1886 he was married to Miss Minnie Fischer, who with three sons and one daughter are left to mourn the death of a devoted husband and father. Tho daughter is now traveling in California for the benefit of her health and was unable to be present at the funeral. Deceased was an honest, upright man who took an active part in every movement that tended to the advancement and betterment of the community in which he lived. He was one of the prime movers in the establishment of the Luce creamery. He assisted in incorporating the village of Luce and acted as its village president for several years. He was town clerk of Gorman town for many years, holding the office at the time of his death. Prior to that he was supervisor several terms, being chairman of the board most of the time. In every sphere of life he acted well his part and his untimely death is deeply deplored by all who knew him. Deceased is also survived by the following brothers and sisters: Christopher, George and William Reff, of Frazee, Minn.; Nicholas Reff, of Cape Vincent; Mrs. Michael Smithling, of Luce; Mrs Alfred King, of Verago, Minn.; Mrs. Eugene Bourcy, of Rosiere, and Mac Giles Kilborn, of Cape Vincent. Libbie Reff Cape Vincent Eagle, July 22, 1909 Cape Vincent Eagle, July 22, 1909 Obituary for Joseph Reff Image source: http://nyshistoricnewspapers.org/lccn/sn94057709/1909-07-22/ed-1/seq-2.pdf Margaret Fraley Michael Smithlin and Mary Reff [S382] US Census 1870 - Jefferson County, NY, National Archives and Records Administration, (Ancestry.com. 1870 United States Federal Census. [database on-line] Provo, UT: MyFamily.com, Inc., 2003-. Indexed by Ancestry.com from microfilmed schedules of the 1870 U.S. Federal Decennial Census.1870 United States Federal Census. [database online] Provo, UT: MyFamily.com, Inc., 2003. Original data: Data imaged from National Archives and Records Administration. 1870 Federal Population Census. M593, 1,761 rolls; part of Minnesota T132, 13 rolls. Washington, D.C.: National Archives and Records Administration.), NARA Series M593, Roll 944; Page: 186; Image: 374 (Reliability: 3), 27 Nov 2005. Cape Vincent Eagle, July 22, 1909 Cape Vincent Eagle, July 22, 1909 Obituary for Joseph Reff Image source: http://nyshistoricnewspapers.org/lccn/sn94057709/1909-07-22/ed-1/seq-2.pdf Myra [Ellen E.] Fraley John Reff page 186, US Census 1870, Cape Vincent, Jefferson County, NY [S764] 1875 New York State Census Jefferson County NY, New York, Jefferson, (Digital images. FamilySearch.org. \i FamilySearch.org\i0 . http://FamilySearch.org : 2012), Cape Vincent, p. 11, family 98, line 17, John Reff; (http://FamilySearch.org : accessed Nov 13, 2012); citing FHL 895248, https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.1.1/VT8L-3WT (Reliability: 3), 13 Nov 2012. name: John Reff titles & terms: Jr event: Census event date: 1875 event place: E.D. 2, Cape Vincent, Jefferson, New York, United States gender: Male age: 25 relationship to head of household: Son estimated birth year: 1850 family number: 98 page: 11 line number: 17 film number: 895248 digital folder number: 004858070 image number: 00300 Household Gender Age Birthplace John Reff M 49 wife Julia Reff F 47 son Nichols Reff M 16 son Joseph Reff M 12 son George Reff M 9 daughter Josephine Reff F 6 son John Reff M 25 daughter-in-law Emma Reff F 19 John Reff and Emma John Fraley family data, compled by Tim Acheson, p. 1, February 13, 2015 John Fraley family data, compled by Tim Acheson, p. 1, February 13, 2015 John Fraley family data, compled by Tim Acheson, p. 2, February 13, 2015 John Fraley family data, compled by Tim Acheson, p. 2, February 13, 2015 John Fraley family data, compled by Tim Acheson, p. 3, February 13, 2015 John Fraley family data, compled by Tim Acheson, p. 3, February 13, 2015 Photos of Malinda Besha and John Fraley, per Tim Acheson Photos of Malinda Besha and John Fraley, per Tim Acheson John Reff and family, 1865 census, Cape Vincent, Jefferson County, New York John Reff and family, 1865 census, Cape Vincent, Jefferson County, New York Image source: https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.3.1/TH-1-18045-92350-17?cc=1491284 John Reff and Emma [S847] 1885 Minnesota State Census, Otter Tail County, Minnesota, Otter Tail, (Digital images. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. \i FamilySearch\i0 . http://familysearch.org : 2012), Hobart, p. 5, family 33, line 37, John Reff; (http://familysearch.org : accessed Nov 12, 2012) (Reliability: 3), 12 Nov 2012. name: John Reff residence: Hobart, Otter Tail, Minnesota age: 63 years estimated birth year: 1822 birthplace: France race: White gender: Male family number: 33 volume: Otter Tail page number: 4 film number: 000565749 Household Gender Age Birthplace Michael Smithling M 38y New York Mary Smithling F 33y New York George Smithling M 11y New York Leon Smithling M 9y New York Matew Smithling M 7y New York Frank Smithling M 5y New York Elizabeth Smithling F 3y New York John Reff M 63y France Julia Reff F 58y Germany Joseph Reff M 21y New York George Reff M 18y New York Josephine Reff F 16y New York William Reff M 14y New York name: Julia Reff residence: Hobart, Otter Tail, Minnesota age: 58 years estimated birth year: 1827 birthplace: Germany race: White gender: Female family number: 33 volume: Otter Tail page number: 4 film number: 000565749 Household Gender Age Birthplace Michael Smithling M 38y New York Mary Smithling F 33y New York George Smithling M 11y New York Leon Smithling M 9y New York Matew Smithling M 7y New York Frank Smithling M 5y New York Elizabeth Smithling F 3y New York John Reff M 63y France Julia Reff F 58y Germany Joseph Reff M 21y New York George Reff M 18y New York Josephine Reff F 16y New York William Reff M 14y New York John Reff Julia Reff Myra [Ellen E.] Fraley John Reff page 186, US Census 1870, Cape Vincent, Jefferson County, NY John Reff and Julia Reff [S678] Cape Vincent Eagle, New York. Cape Vincent., "Joseph Reff. Former Cape Vincent Resident Dies in Minnesota.," Thursday, July 22, 1909, p. 2, col. 5; digital images, \i NYS Historic Newspapers\i0 (Reliability: 3), 31 Jan 2015. Cape Vincent Eagle Thursday, July 22, 1909 page 2 column: 5 Joseph Reff. Former Cape Vincent Resident Dies in Minnesota. The following concerning the death of Joseph Reff, a former resident of Cape Vincent, who died at his home at Luce, Minn., is taken from the paper published in that village: Joseph Reff, one of the best known and most popular farmers of Gorman township, passed away Saturday morning, June 26, at his home near the village of Luce. His death was due to a complication of disesaes from which he had been suffering for about two years. He consulted the ablest medical specialists in the state but their treatment afforded little relief and he gradually failed until death ended his sufferings. For several months he realized that there was no hope, but he faced the end bravely, with always a kind, cheerful word for those around him, and passed away consoled by the last rites of the Catholic Church, of which be had always been a faithful member. Joseph Reff was born at Cape Vincent, N.Y. 46 years ago. He came to Minnesota 29 years ago and soon afterwards settled on the farm in Gorman town which has since been his home. In 1886 he was married to Miss Minnie Fischer, who with three sons and one daughter are left to mourn the death of a devoted husband and father. Tho daughter is now traveling in California for the benefit of her health and was unable to be present at the funeral. Deceased was an honest, upright man who took an active part in every movement that tended to the advancement and betterment of the community in which he lived. He was one of the prime movers in the establishment of the Luce creamery. He assisted in incorporating the village of Luce and acted as its village president for several years. He was town clerk of Gorman town for many years, holding the office at the time of his death. Prior to that he was supervisor several terms, being chairman of the board most of the time. In every sphere of life he acted well his part and his untimely death is deeply deplored by all who knew him. Deceased is also survived by the following brothers and sisters: Christopher, George and William Reff, of Frazee, Minn.; Nicholas Reff, of Cape Vincent; Mrs. Michael Smithling, of Luce; Mrs Alfred King, of Verago, Minn.; Mrs. Eugene Bourcy, of Rosiere, and Mac Giles Kilborn, of Cape Vincent. Elizabeth Reff Bourcy Cape Vincent Eagle, July 22, 1909 Cape Vincent Eagle, July 22, 1909 Obituary for Joseph Reff Image source: http://nyshistoricnewspapers.org/lccn/sn94057709/1909-07-22/ed-1/seq-2.pdf Watertown Daily Times [S983] 1865 New York State Census, New York, Jefferson, (Digital images. Church of Jesus Christ Latter Day Saints. \i FamilySearch.org\i0 . http://familysearch.org : 2015), Cape Vincent, p. 17, dwelling 117, family 121, line 24, Joseph Reff; (http://familysearch.org : accessed Feb 1, 2015); citing source p. 17, line 23, household ID 121, State Library, Albany; FHL microfilm 895,244. (Reliability: 3), 1 Feb 2015. Name: John Reff Julia Reff Margaret Fraley John Reff and Julia Reff John Reff and family, 1865 census, Cape Vincent, Jefferson County, New York John Reff and family, 1865 census, Cape Vincent, Jefferson County, New York Image source: https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.3.1/TH-1-18045-92350-17?cc=1491284 [S983] 1865 New York State Census, New York, Jefferson, (Digital images. Church of Jesus Christ Latter Day Saints. \i FamilySearch.org\i0 . http://familysearch.org : 2015), Cape Vincent, p. 17, dwelling 117, family 121, line 24, Joseph Reff; (http://familysearch.org : accessed Feb 1, 2015); citing source p. 17, line 23, household ID 121, State Library, Albany; FHL microfilm 895,244. (Reliability: 3), 1 Feb 2015. Name: Elizabeth Reff Bourcy John Fraley John Reff and family, 1865 census, Cape Vincent, Jefferson County, New York John Reff and family, 1865 census, Cape Vincent, Jefferson County, New York Image source: https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.3.1/TH-1-18045-92350-17?cc=1491284 [S764] 1875 New York State Census Jefferson County NY, New York, Jefferson, (Digital images. FamilySearch.org. \i FamilySearch.org\i0 . http://FamilySearch.org : 2012), Cape Vincent, p. 11, family 98, line 17, John Reff; (http://FamilySearch.org : accessed Nov 13, 2012); citing FHL 895248, https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.1.1/VT8L-3WT (Reliability: 3), 13 Nov 2012. name: John Reff titles & terms: Jr event: Census event date: 1875 event place: E.D. 2, Cape Vincent, Jefferson, New York, United States gender: Male age: 25 relationship to head of household: Son estimated birth year: 1850 family number: 98 page: 11 line number: 17 film number: 895248 digital folder number: 004858070 image number: 00300 Household Gender Age Birthplace John Reff M 49 wife Julia Reff F 47 son Nichols Reff M 16 son Joseph Reff M 12 son George Reff M 9 daughter Josephine Reff F 6 son John Reff M 25 daughter-in-law Emma Reff F 19 Elizabeth Reff Bourcy John Reff and Emma Margaret Fraley John Reff and Emma [S678] Cape Vincent Eagle, New York. Cape Vincent., "Joseph Reff. Former Cape Vincent Resident Dies in Minnesota.," Thursday, July 22, 1909, p. 2, col. 5; digital images, \i NYS Historic Newspapers\i0 (Reliability: 3), 31 Jan 2015. Cape Vincent Eagle Thursday, July 22, 1909 page 2 column: 5 Joseph Reff. Former Cape Vincent Resident Dies in Minnesota. The following concerning the death of Joseph Reff, a former resident of Cape Vincent, who died at his home at Luce, Minn., is taken from the paper published in that village: Joseph Reff, one of the best known and most popular farmers of Gorman township, passed away Saturday morning, June 26, at his home near the village of Luce. His death was due to a complication of disesaes from which he had been suffering for about two years. He consulted the ablest medical specialists in the state but their treatment afforded little relief and he gradually failed until death ended his sufferings. For several months he realized that there was no hope, but he faced the end bravely, with always a kind, cheerful word for those around him, and passed away consoled by the last rites of the Catholic Church, of which be had always been a faithful member. Joseph Reff was born at Cape Vincent, N.Y. 46 years ago. He came to Minnesota 29 years ago and soon afterwards settled on the farm in Gorman town which has since been his home. In 1886 he was married to Miss Minnie Fischer, who with three sons and one daughter are left to mourn the death of a devoted husband and father. Tho daughter is now traveling in California for the benefit of her health and was unable to be present at the funeral. Deceased was an honest, upright man who took an active part in every movement that tended to the advancement and betterment of the community in which he lived. He was one of the prime movers in the establishment of the Luce creamery. He assisted in incorporating the village of Luce and acted as its village president for several years. He was town clerk of Gorman town for many years, holding the office at the time of his death. Prior to that he was supervisor several terms, being chairman of the board most of the time. In every sphere of life he acted well his part and his untimely death is deeply deplored by all who knew him. Deceased is also survived by the following brothers and sisters: Christopher, George and William Reff, of Frazee, Minn.; Nicholas Reff, of Cape Vincent; Mrs. Michael Smithling, of Luce; Mrs Alfred King, of Verago, Minn.; Mrs. Eugene Bourcy, of Rosiere, and Mac Giles Kilborn, of Cape Vincent. Cape Vincent Eagle, July 22, 1909 Cape Vincent Eagle, July 22, 1909 Obituary for Joseph Reff Image source: http://nyshistoricnewspapers.org/lccn/sn94057709/1909-07-22/ed-1/seq-2.pdf Gorman Township, Otter Tail County, Minnesota Gorman Township, Otter Tail County, Minnesota Source: http://www.ottertailcounty.net/platbook/__10_GORMAN.pdf Section land map, Gorman Township, Otter Tail County, Minnesota Section land map, Gorman Township, Otter Tail County, Minnesota Source: http://www.ottertailcounty.net/platbook/__11_GORMAN_A.pdf John Reff Watertown Daily Times [S847] 1885 Minnesota State Census, Otter Tail County, Minnesota, Otter Tail, (Digital images. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. \i FamilySearch\i0 . http://familysearch.org : 2012), Hobart, p. 5, family 33, line 37, John Reff; (http://familysearch.org : accessed Nov 12, 2012) (Reliability: 3), 12 Nov 2012. name: John Reff residence: Hobart, Otter Tail, Minnesota age: 63 years estimated birth year: 1822 birthplace: France race: White gender: Male family number: 33 volume: Otter Tail page number: 4 film number: 000565749 Household Gender Age Birthplace Michael Smithling M 38y New York Mary Smithling F 33y New York George Smithling M 11y New York Leon Smithling M 9y New York Matew Smithling M 7y New York Frank Smithling M 5y New York Elizabeth Smithling F 3y New York John Reff M 63y France Julia Reff F 58y Germany Joseph Reff M 21y New York George Reff M 18y New York Josephine Reff F 16y New York William Reff M 14y New York name: Julia Reff residence: Hobart, Otter Tail, Minnesota age: 58 years estimated birth year: 1827 birthplace: Germany race: White gender: Female family number: 33 volume: Otter Tail page number: 4 film number: 000565749 Household Gender Age Birthplace Michael Smithling M 38y New York Mary Smithling F 33y New York George Smithling M 11y New York Leon Smithling M 9y New York Matew Smithling M 7y New York Frank Smithling M 5y New York Elizabeth Smithling F 3y New York John Reff M 63y France Julia Reff F 58y Germany Joseph Reff M 21y New York George Reff M 18y New York Josephine Reff F 16y New York William Reff M 14y New York John Reff Julia Reff Margaret Fraley John Reff and family, 1865 census, Cape Vincent, Jefferson County, New York John Reff and family, 1865 census, Cape Vincent, Jefferson County, New York Image source: https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.3.1/TH-1-18045-92350-17?cc=1491284 John Reff and Julia Reff [S678] Cape Vincent Eagle, New York. Cape Vincent., "Joseph Reff. Former Cape Vincent Resident Dies in Minnesota.," Thursday, July 22, 1909, p. 2, col. 5; digital images, \i NYS Historic Newspapers\i0 (Reliability: 3), 31 Jan 2015. Cape Vincent Eagle Thursday, July 22, 1909 page 2 column: 5 Joseph Reff. Former Cape Vincent Resident Dies in Minnesota. The following concerning the death of Joseph Reff, a former resident of Cape Vincent, who died at his home at Luce, Minn., is taken from the paper published in that village: Joseph Reff, one of the best known and most popular farmers of Gorman township, passed away Saturday morning, June 26, at his home near the village of Luce. His death was due to a complication of disesaes from which he had been suffering for about two years. He consulted the ablest medical specialists in the state but their treatment afforded little relief and he gradually failed until death ended his sufferings. For several months he realized that there was no hope, but he faced the end bravely, with always a kind, cheerful word for those around him, and passed away consoled by the last rites of the Catholic Church, of which be had always been a faithful member. Joseph Reff was born at Cape Vincent, N.Y. 46 years ago. He came to Minnesota 29 years ago and soon afterwards settled on the farm in Gorman town which has since been his home. In 1886 he was married to Miss Minnie Fischer, who with three sons and one daughter are left to mourn the death of a devoted husband and father. Tho daughter is now traveling in California for the benefit of her health and was unable to be present at the funeral. Deceased was an honest, upright man who took an active part in every movement that tended to the advancement and betterment of the community in which he lived. He was one of the prime movers in the establishment of the Luce creamery. He assisted in incorporating the village of Luce and acted as its village president for several years. He was town clerk of Gorman town for many years, holding the office at the time of his death. Prior to that he was supervisor several terms, being chairman of the board most of the time. In every sphere of life he acted well his part and his untimely death is deeply deplored by all who knew him. Deceased is also survived by the following brothers and sisters: Christopher, George and William Reff, of Frazee, Minn.; Nicholas Reff, of Cape Vincent; Mrs. Michael Smithling, of Luce; Mrs Alfred King, of Verago, Minn.; Mrs. Eugene Bourcy, of Rosiere, and Mac Giles Kilborn, of Cape Vincent. Cape Vincent Eagle, July 22, 1909 Cape Vincent Eagle, July 22, 1909 Obituary for Joseph Reff Image source: http://nyshistoricnewspapers.org/lccn/sn94057709/1909-07-22/ed-1/seq-2.pdf Winifred Fraley [S255] US Census 1850 - Jefferson County, New York - Roll 514, National Archives and Records Administration, (The National Archives, The National Archives And Records Service, General Services Administration, Washington: 1963), M432, Roll 514. (Reliability: 3), 5 Nov 2005. Name: John Reff Age: 28 Sex: male Occupation: farmer Value of property: 1250 Place of birth: France Name: Julia (Ann?) Reff Age: 23 Sex: female Place of birth: Germany Name: Peter Reff Age: 2 Sex: male Place of birth: US Name: John Reff Age: 3/12 (3 months) Sex: male Place of birth: US Name: Mary Reenogla Age: 14 Sex: female Place of birth: US Julia Ann Reff (?) Page 400, 1850 Census, Cape Vincent, Jefferson County, New York [S764] 1875 New York State Census Jefferson County NY, New York, Jefferson, (Digital images. FamilySearch.org. \i FamilySearch.org\i0 . http://FamilySearch.org : 2012), Cape Vincent, p. 11, family 98, line 17, John Reff; (http://FamilySearch.org : accessed Nov 13, 2012); citing FHL 895248, https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.1.1/VT8L-3WT (Reliability: 3), 13 Nov 2012. name: John Reff titles & terms: Jr event: Census event date: 1875 event place: E.D. 2, Cape Vincent, Jefferson, New York, United States gender: Male age: 25 relationship to head of household: Son estimated birth year: 1850 family number: 98 page: 11 line number: 17 film number: 895248 digital folder number: 004858070 image number: 00300 Household Gender Age Birthplace John Reff M 49 wife Julia Reff F 47 son Nichols Reff M 16 son Joseph Reff M 12 son George Reff M 9 daughter Josephine Reff F 6 son John Reff M 25 daughter-in-law Emma Reff F 19 John Reff and Emma John Reff and Emma [S678] Cape Vincent Eagle, New York. Cape Vincent., "Joseph Reff. Former Cape Vincent Resident Dies in Minnesota.," Thursday, July 22, 1909, p. 2, col. 5; digital images, \i NYS Historic Newspapers\i0 (Reliability: 3), 31 Jan 2015. Cape Vincent Eagle Thursday, July 22, 1909 page 2 column: 5 Joseph Reff. Former Cape Vincent Resident Dies in Minnesota. The following concerning the death of Joseph Reff, a former resident of Cape Vincent, who died at his home at Luce, Minn., is taken from the paper published in that village: Joseph Reff, one of the best known and most popular farmers of Gorman township, passed away Saturday morning, June 26, at his home near the village of Luce. His death was due to a complication of disesaes from which he had been suffering for about two years. He consulted the ablest medical specialists in the state but their treatment afforded little relief and he gradually failed until death ended his sufferings. For several months he realized that there was no hope, but he faced the end bravely, with always a kind, cheerful word for those around him, and passed away consoled by the last rites of the Catholic Church, of which be had always been a faithful member. Joseph Reff was born at Cape Vincent, N.Y. 46 years ago. He came to Minnesota 29 years ago and soon afterwards settled on the farm in Gorman town which has since been his home. In 1886 he was married to Miss Minnie Fischer, who with three sons and one daughter are left to mourn the death of a devoted husband and father. Tho daughter is now traveling in California for the benefit of her health and was unable to be present at the funeral. Deceased was an honest, upright man who took an active part in every movement that tended to the advancement and betterment of the community in which he lived. He was one of the prime movers in the establishment of the Luce creamery. He assisted in incorporating the village of Luce and acted as its village president for several years. He was town clerk of Gorman town for many years, holding the office at the time of his death. Prior to that he was supervisor several terms, being chairman of the board most of the time. In every sphere of life he acted well his part and his untimely death is deeply deplored by all who knew him. Deceased is also survived by the following brothers and sisters: Christopher, George and William Reff, of Frazee, Minn.; Nicholas Reff, of Cape Vincent; Mrs. Michael Smithling, of Luce; Mrs Alfred King, of Verago, Minn.; Mrs. Eugene Bourcy, of Rosiere, and Mac Giles Kilborn, of Cape Vincent. Cape Vincent Eagle, July 22, 1909 Cape Vincent Eagle, July 22, 1909 Obituary for Joseph Reff Image source: http://nyshistoricnewspapers.org/lccn/sn94057709/1909-07-22/ed-1/seq-2.pdf Emery Van Brocklin and Olive Isadora Crouse, marriage record, Jefferson County, February 23, 1924 Emery Van Brocklin and Olive Isadora Crouse, marriage record, Jefferson County, February 23, 1924 Image source: https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.3.1/TH-1-9879-32900-80?cc=1618491&wc=M6BC-WWL:123846101 [S678] Cape Vincent Eagle, New York. Cape Vincent., "Joseph Reff. Former Cape Vincent Resident Dies in Minnesota.," Thursday, July 22, 1909, p. 2, col. 5; digital images, \i NYS Historic Newspapers\i0 (Reliability: 3), 31 Jan 2015. Cape Vincent Eagle Thursday, July 22, 1909 page 2 column: 5 Joseph Reff. Former Cape Vincent Resident Dies in Minnesota. The following concerning the death of Joseph Reff, a former resident of Cape Vincent, who died at his home at Luce, Minn., is taken from the paper published in that village: Joseph Reff, one of the best known and most popular farmers of Gorman township, passed away Saturday morning, June 26, at his home near the village of Luce. His death was due to a complication of disesaes from which he had been suffering for about two years. He consulted the ablest medical specialists in the state but their treatment afforded little relief and he gradually failed until death ended his sufferings. For several months he realized that there was no hope, but he faced the end bravely, with always a kind, cheerful word for those around him, and passed away consoled by the last rites of the Catholic Church, of which be had always been a faithful member. Joseph Reff was born at Cape Vincent, N.Y. 46 years ago. He came to Minnesota 29 years ago and soon afterwards settled on the farm in Gorman town which has since been his home. In 1886 he was married to Miss Minnie Fischer, who with three sons and one daughter are left to mourn the death of a devoted husband and father. Tho daughter is now traveling in California for the benefit of her health and was unable to be present at the funeral. Deceased was an honest, upright man who took an active part in every movement that tended to the advancement and betterment of the community in which he lived. He was one of the prime movers in the establishment of the Luce creamery. He assisted in incorporating the village of Luce and acted as its village president for several years. He was town clerk of Gorman town for many years, holding the office at the time of his death. Prior to that he was supervisor several terms, being chairman of the board most of the time. In every sphere of life he acted well his part and his untimely death is deeply deplored by all who knew him. Deceased is also survived by the following brothers and sisters: Christopher, George and William Reff, of Frazee, Minn.; Nicholas Reff, of Cape Vincent; Mrs. Michael Smithling, of Luce; Mrs Alfred King, of Verago, Minn.; Mrs. Eugene Bourcy, of Rosiere, and Mac Giles Kilborn, of Cape Vincent. Cape Vincent Eagle, July 22, 1909 Cape Vincent Eagle, July 22, 1909 Obituary for Joseph Reff Image source: http://nyshistoricnewspapers.org/lccn/sn94057709/1909-07-22/ed-1/seq-2.pdf John Fraley family data, compled by Tim Acheson, p. 1, February 13, 2015 John Fraley family data, compled by Tim Acheson, p. 1, February 13, 2015 John Fraley family data, compled by Tim Acheson, p. 2, February 13, 2015 John Fraley family data, compled by Tim Acheson, p. 2, February 13, 2015 John Fraley family data, compled by Tim Acheson, p. 3, February 13, 2015 John Fraley family data, compled by Tim Acheson, p. 3, February 13, 2015 Photos of Malinda Besha and John Fraley, per Tim Acheson Photos of Malinda Besha and John Fraley, per Tim Acheson John Reff and family, 1865 census, Cape Vincent, Jefferson County, New York John Reff and family, 1865 census, Cape Vincent, Jefferson County, New York Image source: https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.3.1/TH-1-18045-92350-17?cc=1491284