MY
HEATHERINGTON ANCESTRY
(Starting in Durham County,
England)
On 5/12/1756, John Heatherington
married (undetermined),
they begot William, Margaret, Joseph, Ralph (and others?)
On 6/7/1883 William Heatherington (1756-1810)
married Isabelle Peart (1764-1808)
they begot John, Mary, Margaret, Joseph, Ralph,
William, Edward, Ann, William
On 3/5/1807, John Heatherington
(1787-1837) married Rebecca Dent (1785-1850)
(John moved his family to America in 1830)
they begot Edward Dent, Jacob, Jenny,
John, William, Ralph,
Jane, Isabelle, Rebecca and Mary Ann.
On 7/11/1839, Edward Dent
Heatherington (1818-1895) married 1st wife Hannah Marsh (1818-1844),
They begot Richard Dent and Hannah Rebecca.
Hannah died when Hannah R was two years old.
On 11/28/1847, Edward married
2nd wife Lucy Ann Howard (1828-1853)
They begot John Horton and William Edward.
Lucy Ann died with her third child 3/12/1853.
On 3/27/1854 Edward married 3rd
wife Pharaby Howard (1822-1882)
They begot Henry Dent, Joseph Edgar, and Mary Ellen.
On 10/26/1880, Henry Dent
Heatherington (1855-1938) married Mattie (Martha) Klopfenstein
(1855-1931)
They begot Clarence, Omar, Ilo, Edward, Mary & Gem
On April 29 ,1915 Clarence
Linder Heatherington (1883 - 1956) married Nora Scott
They begot Scott, Regina, Eugene and Morris
J. Scott Heatherington (1919 -
2001) married Geraldine
They begot me and two brothers
(My sincerely appreciation to Elizabeth
Swiger for
the dates and history prior to Henry Dent.)
Heatherington
Family History
John Heatherington and (wife undetermined) gave birth to William in 1756. Stanhope, Durham County England.
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William Heatherington was born May 29, 1757, in England. He married Isabelle Peart. William was a lead miner. They gave birth to John in 1787 in England. Other children were they begot John (1784-1785), Mary (1785-1809), John (1787-1837), Margaret (1789-?), Joseph (1791-?), Ralph (1791-?), William (1793-1794), Edward (1798-?), Ann (1801-?), William (1808-1808). Isabelle died 11-22, 1810.
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John Heatherington was born in Burnhope, Stanhope Parish, Furham county, England. He married Rebecca Dent on March 5, 1807. Based on available records, this appears to be a double wedding with Thomas Dent and Mary Vipond. The wedding was recorded in the Stanhope, England Registers (1800-1837). (This is the origin of the middle name of Dent.)
John was a coal and/or lead miner. He came to America in 1829. His family arrived in America on the ship called Arab. John was an expert in finding coal seams. His sons were also miners. Jacob became very successful. John died in West Wheeling, Ohio in 1837 or 1838. More on Jacob. Historical page on Jacob.
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Capt. Edward Dent Heatherington
(This information comes from Elizabeth
Swiger, a descendent of Hannah Rebecca.)
Edward was born in Stanhope, Durham, England in Dec 1818, the son of John and Rebecca (Dent). Edward came to America July 10, 1830.
In 1769 the first white people settled in the Sand Hill District of Marshall Co. West Virginia. John Wetzel built his home along Big Wheeling Creek soon after the Earlewines & Siverts settled on the ridge. After the Indians had been sent across the river in Ohio, a large house was built over a tree stump 3 feet in diameter. It was really 2 houses with a connecting one of boards and was used as an Inn before the railroad.
About 1820, Ebenezer Buchanan sold the house to Richard & Mary Marsh, who had come from England and had heard Charles Wesley preach. He soon had religious meetings in his big house. Rev. Isaac Davis preached there often. He owned the Elliot farm & his daughter married John Winters. Sand Hill was then called Apple Pie Ridge. Uncle Matthew Marsh, cousin of Richard, would prop the floor of the house for fear of accident because of the large crowd, until a log school house was built.
Edward married Hannah Marsh, daughter of Richard and Mary Marsh. Edward started the first Sunday School class in 1836. Edward and Hannah had two children; Richard Dent in 1840 and Hannah Rebecca in 1842. Edward's wife Hannah died in 1844 and was buried in the Presbyterian. Cemetery at Haneytown, now Dallas. Hannah Rebecca was raised by the Marsh's. Richard died of illness in the Civil War in Missouri in 1861.
Edward married his second wife, Lucy Ann Howard in 1947. They had two sons, John Horton and William Edward. John had no children. William, born 9/3/1850, married Hattie Carmichael on 10/1/1871. He lived in Iowa. Lucy Ann died in childbirth with their third child, 9/12/1853. They are buried in St. Clairsville.
Edward married his third wife, Pharaby Howard in 1854. She was Lucy's older sister,. They moved near Mt. Pleasant, in Henry County, Iowa. Edward was a timber farmer in Iowa. They had a son, Henry Dent Heatherington, born on June 24, 1855. Their other children were Joseph Edgar and Mary Ellen, who both died as children. Edward returned to Sand Hill, West Virginia prior to 1890 and lived there until his death on March 13, 1895.
(Hannah Rebecca Heatherington married Isaac Davis Winters Oct 8, 1835 - Apr 6, 1917, Their children were: Richard Isaac, Mary Eliza, John Edward, Annabell, R.N., Albert Davis, Elizabeth Jane, George Nelson, Daisy May, June Heatherington Marsh. )
Edward Dent served first in Company H, Fourth Iowa Cavalry and was promoted
to Captain and transferred as a band musician to Company K, Eighth Missouri
Cavalry. (A-17, L).
1890 Census info: Captain Edward D. HEATHERINGTON, Company
"K", 4th ?? Vol. Enlisted 10/9/1861. Company "K", 8th ??
Vol. Enlisted 8/16/1862; discharged 3/4/1863. Address: Sand Hill, WV.
Disability Incurred: Rheumatism and chronic diarrhea.
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Henry Dent Heatherington, from his Obituary dated Thursday May 12, 1938
Henry Dent Heatherington, son of Captain Edward Dent Heatherington and Pheobe Heatherington was born June 24, 1855 near Mt. Pleasant, Henry County Iowa and was called to his reward May 5, 1938 while in Kansas City, Missouri, accompanying his granddaughter who was taking treatments in Bell Memorial Hospital.
He grew to manhood in and near his birthplace, spending his early boyhood days developing his father's timber farm, which deprived him of some of the time he could have been going to school at Mt. Pleasant, five miles away.
He was united in marriage to Mattie Klopfenstein, October 26, 1980. To this union six children were born, all of whom survive. Being instilled with the western spirit and learning from the supposed opportunities of the Kansas plains, he immigrated by team and covered wagon, in 1885, to Norton County, Kansas where he settled on a homestead on which he build a sod house, in preparation of rejoining his beloved wife and two sons, Omar and Clarence, who later came to their pioneer home, here to begin the hardships and privations which all Kansas pioneer homesteaders endured. But their love of home and family never faltered, working between crop seasons for the B&M and Rock Island Railroads, was in part means of providing sustenance for the family.
Conquering his undertaking he continued his farming activities in Norton County until 1906 at which time he moved to Decatur County; moving again to Wabaunsee County in 1909. He returned to Decatur County in 1914 remaining until his retirement from the farm in 1920, at which time he with his beloved wife and mother located in Norton, Kansas where they resided until the guardian angel called home his never failing companion February 7, 1931, from which time he has not been permanently settled.
Mr. Heatherington was widely known for his kindly sympathies and his disposition of fairness to all. The great virtue of Christian charity was his marked characteristic, and this was extended to all on impartial terms. He loved his fellowmen without stint or qualification, and from non was he ever known to withhold a kindly word of commendation. As husband and father, he was the model of excellence, and from his home life was one from which radiated joy and happiness as warmth and vigor flow from their parent central sum. He was a lifelong Christian and his entire conduct would square at all times with its percepts and requirements.
In all his dealings he was honest to a fault, and his disposition was so inherently fair and open that he would take men as honest who but seemed to be, and the passing of such a character touches the hearts of all acquaintances with genuine sadness. In the blessed memory shall we carry on in cheerful service even as he taught us.
Without complaint and without fear he has clung to the old Rugged Cross, and now he is rewarded with his glorified crown. He leaves to cherish his sacred memory, his children, Omar H. of Torrington, Wyo. Clarence L. of Independence, Kansas, ILO M. of Hot Springs, South Dakota, and Edward Dent, Mrs. Roy McAllister (Mary) and Mrs. Seward Cramer (Anna Gem)of Jennings, Kansas; one niece, Mrs. Georgie Stephenson of Lincoln, Nebraska., seventeen grandchildren, and seven great-grandchildren and other relatives and countless friends.
Dear Dad we're going to miss you, Just for your going away, But we know that by living the life you lived, We'll meet you in Heaven some day. - by one of his children.
Excerpt about Henry from Clarence's Obituary:
Henry made family devotions a part of the daily routine and
meals were preceded by prayer. Henry was "song leader" in the local
Church of the United Brethren in Christ, a Sunday school teacher, and sometimes
gave a devotional message when the preacher couldn't be in church.
Comments by Regina, his granddaughter:
After the death of his wife, Henry spent considerable time in
Clarence's home. He could sight read music. He would sit in the rocker and
sight read new hymns, sheet music or choir music. He would either whistle
through the tune or hum it., then sing the words. I cannot remember him playing
the piano, but he knew the keyboard. On music other than hymns, he would
sometimes ask me to play the whole accompaniment so that he could hear it along
with the vocal part. Every member of his family (except perhaps Ilo) were
musicians with good voices and each could play one or more instruments.
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Mattie M. Heatherington, Wife of Henry
Mattie was the eldest of five children. Her father died when she was 16 years old. Her parents came from Germany.
From her obituary:
Martha (Mattie) M., eldest child of Michael and Anna Klopfenstein, was born
in Stark County, Iowa, on April 22, 1855, and departed this life at her home
near Norton, Kansas, on February 7, 1931.
When but a babe her parents move to Iowa to locate in Henry County near Mt. Pleasant. On October 26, 1980, she was united in marriage with Henry D. Heatherington of Mt. Pleasant. To this union six children were born, all of whom survive and who were privileged to assist in the care of their mother during her last illness.
As a young woman Mrs. Heatherington confessed faith in Jesus as her personal Savior and lived a faithful, consistent Christian life to the end. In the late '80's she united with the United Brethren Church and remained a member until her death, although she worshipped and worked with the Methodist Church in Norton. In 1885 Mr. And Mrs. Heatherington came to Kansas, homesteading in Norton County, where they afterward made their home.
Mrs. Heatherington is survived by her companion, four sons, Omar H. of Lenora, Ilo M. and Edward D. of Jennings, Clarence L. of Lawrence, Kansas; two daughters Mrs. Roy McAllister (Mary) of Jennings, Kas., and Mrs. S. T. Cramer (Anna Gem) of Covington, Okla.; one brother, Peter Klofpenstein, and one sister, Mrs. Mary Kinney, of Mt. Pleasant, Iowa; sixteen grandchildren and three great-grandchildren, all of whom, with a wide circle of other relatives and intimate friends, mourn her going.
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Clarence Linder Heatherington was born in Mt. Pleasant Iowa, August 20, 1883. He grew to manhood in a devout Christian home, where family devotions was a part of the daily routine and meals were preceded by prayer. His father was "song leader" in the local Church of the United Brethren in Christ, a Sunday school teacher, and sometimes gave a devotional message when the preacher couldn't be in church. He attended Campbell College at Holton, Kansas, a denominational college of the same church (after several mergers, its offspring was York College, later merged with Westmar College.). He said he majored in football and music in college. He took violin lessons and was involved in the vocal and instrumental groups.
His love and talent for music kept him involved in the church choir and male quartet after he had quit college and was employed. Clarence married Nora B. Scott. Clarence and Nora lived in Hutchinson, where Regina was born. Later they returned to live on one of the farms of her father, Asa Orlando Scott, northwest of Athol. Then attended the Athol Church of the United Brethren in Christ, a church of which Mr. Scott was a charter member and served on its Board of Trustees most of his remaining years.
Obituary of Clarence L. Heatherington
Funeral services were held Saturday, November 17, 1956 at lola Evangelical United Brethren church for Rev. C. L Heatherington, former pastor here, who passed away at his home in lola on November l4. Ministers conducting the services were Dr. Earl R. Ford, Dr. Donavan W. Smith, Rev Lyle B. Rose, and Rev. Merwin R. Kurtz. Mrs. J. W. Ireland, Weldon Douglas, Charles Kellogg, and a male quartet of lola sang selections for the memorial services. Internment was made at the Highland Cemetery at Iola.
Clarence Linder Heatherington, second in a family of six children, was born to Henry and Mattie Heatherington on August 20, 1883 at Mt. Pleasant, Iowa, and passed to his eternal reward last Wednesday evening, November 14, 1956, having reached the age of 73 years.
After completing elementary and secondary schools of education he enrolled as a student in our denominational church school, Campbell college, at Holton, Kansas. Rev. Heatherington's home church, in the days of his youth, was the Prairie Gem church located between Norton and Lenora, Kansas. He was converted to the Christian Faith under the ministry of Dr. C. 0. Main. He was himself soon called to preach the Gospel of our Lord as his life work. The Athol church granted him a Quarterly Conference License to preach in the year 1920. His Annual Conference License was granted in 1921, and in the year 1924 he was ordained as an Elder in the Active Itinerancy of our church at the Annual Conference Session held at Concordia, Kansas, with Bishop C. J. Kephart officiating.
On April 29 ,1915, Mr. Heatherington was united in marriage with Nora Beulah Scott, of Athol Kansas. To this union were born five children: Regina, Scott, Eugene and Morris, and a son who died in infancy.
Rev. Heatherington began his ministry in Woodston, Kansas on January 20 where he served for a period of six years. Subsequent pastorates in his continuing ministry were the following: McCracken, 2 years; Lawrence, 7 years; Iola, 9 years; Mullinville, 5 years; and Maize, 1 year. At the Annual conference held last May, 1956, at Wichita, he took Retired Relations from the active ministry, moving to Iola to make his home at 305 W. Jackson. Due to a shortage ministers he has been serving at Jeddo and the Golden Valley churches during the present year.
During the course of his ministry in the conference, Rev. Heatherington has served in a number of capacities as leader and promoter in Kingdom programs. Among such are the following: in 1920, president of the conference Laymen's Movement; from 1922 to 1924, president of Christian Endeavor in the conference; from 1946 to 1050: Executive Secretary of Evangelism work in the conference; a number of years as District Leader and Director; for 22 years he was a member of the Conference Male Quartet, singing the tenor; he was a strong exponent of the Visitation Program of Evangelism, helping as Guest Leader in a number of local churches over the conference, and also was a real enthusiast for the God's Acres program in the rural areas.
While serving the Mullinville church, he led in the construction of a fine church edifice, valued at $140,000.00, using in part, the God's Acre Plan for financing the project. This building stands today as one of the crowning acts of his long and faithful ministry in the service of the One who he loved and whom he served so well across the years. But more than that, he will be remembered and respected by the large number of souls which he won and lead to Christ and into fellowship of the church which he loved deeply.
Mr. Heatherington was a splendid churchman, a real gentleman, a faithful minister of Christ, a loving husband and father and grandfather, a true friend, and as one of God's under-shepherds, held in high esteem in the hearts of those who followed his able leadership.
Among those who survive him are the following relatives: his wife of the home in Iola; his four children, Regina of Greensburg, Kansas, Scott of Medford, Oregon, Eugene of Seattle Washington, Morris of Wichita, Kansas; one brother, Omar, of Riverton, Wyoming; two sisters, Mrs. Roy McAllister, Clayton, Kansas and Mrs. S. H. Cramer, Rawlins, Wyoming; ten grand-children; other relatives and a host of friends.
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Omar H. Heatherington, son of Henry Dent and Martha M. Heatherington, was born October 30, 1881. He married Lulu Ethel (?) and eventually moved to Riverton, Wyoming. Omar and his wife Lula had five children : Edwin C. of Shoshoni; Helen L. Moody and Luoma Stover, Riverton; and Virgil O. of Alemeda, California. A son, Ello B. preceded him in death. He was buried October 27, 1959, at Mountain View Cemetery, Wyoming. His nickname was "Pop". Lulu was buried on January 15, 1980.
Obituary of Omar H. Heatherington
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Edward Dent Heatherington (2) ,
son of Henry Dent and Martha M. Heatherington, was born May 5, 1891 near
Norton, Kansas and passed away Sunday afternoon, January 15, 1939. Edward was
married to Louisa (Lula) M. Roberts.
Obituary of Edward Dent Heatherington (son of
Henry) .
Obituary of Louisa (Roberts) Heatherington
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Ilo M. Heatherington was a soldier in the 1st World War, (WAGONER SUP CO 353 INF WORLD WAR I PH) and his lungs were damaged by mustard gas. He lived in Jennings, Kansas for a while. He never married. He moved to the Veterans Hospital in Hot Springs, South Dakota in 1938. He was born April 25, 1887. He died May 1, 1947 and was buried in Norton, Kansas. .
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Anna Gem (Heatherington) Rawlins, daughter of Henry Dent and Martha M. Heatherington, was born May 24, 1895, in Norton County, Kansas. She married Seward T. Cramer. She passed away on October 31, 1975, in Rawlins, Wyoming. Compiled Obituary.
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Mary (Heatherington) McAllister. daughter of Henry Dent and Martha M. Heatherington, lived in Clayton, Kansas. Other information unknown.
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