BOERMAN: A Legacy Beginning with Corneluis
The Boerman family tree takes root with Corneluis Boerman (b.1907-d.1996), whose lifetime spanned the majority of the 20th century. His story is complemented by the ongoing narratives of his descendants, such as Gladys Boerman DeBruyne, whose memories form the threads of family continuity.
BRIL and RISSEEUW: Unions of Heart and Heritage
The Bril family connection fortifies with Elizabeth Bril's union to Jozias Risseuw Sr., merging lineages and expanding the kinship network. This bond illustrates the rich tapestry of relationships that create our shared history.
BUSH: Branches of Love
Underscoring the importance of family are the marital unions within the Bush lineage. From Clara's marriage to Milo Bush to Mildred joining lives with Roy Bush (b.1905-d.1978), these bonds depict the family's expansion through love and partnership.
CLEMET to CORDIN: From Johanna to Margaret
Johanna Clemet's marriage to Francies Gyzels and Margaret Cordin's union with John Murphy both signify the treasured connections that only marital bliss can bring, stitching a strong fabric of extended family relations.
DAYTON: Chronicles of Marilyn and Peter
The Dayton family has seen both joy and sorrow, with Marilyn (b.1936-d.1987) and her predecessor Peter Dayton (b.1901-d.1980) showcasing the cyclic nature of life, echoing the transitions from generation to generation.
LENHARD to LOMBARDO and Beyond
The Lenhard and Lombardo families, along with the Macks and the Gyzels, each with their unique stories of survival and growth, reflect diversity within unity. Notable family members, such as the still-living David DeBruyne and Caitlin Lombardo, carry on these enduring legacies.
HOFFMAN and LENHARD: Continuing the Lineage
Ida Bush Hoffman's marital link to Frank Bush (b.1879-d.1962), as well as multiple generations of Lenhards, demonstrate the strength of traditions that stand firm against the erosions of time.
Travel: A Metaphor for Our Family Journey
Much like the experience of discovering new places, delving into our family history is a journey of exploration and understanding. Throughout the ebbs and flows of time, our family members have traversed through life's landscapes, with some settling into new territories, comparable to the way travelers find repose in hotels when they're away from home. In both scenarios, the quest for connection – be it to our past or to new destinations – remains a unifying theme.