Vintage Photo of Alfred Decker, Civil War Soldier - Circa 1800s

This photo is of Alfred Decker in his Civil War uniform. He was born in 1842 and died in 1914. His wife was Alvina Canfield.

At age 22, Alfred Decker mustered into the Union Army as a Private.

Alfred Decker’s obituary read as follows:

Alfred Decker, a veteran of the Civil War, who was injured in the Battle of Wilderness in Virginia, died at his home at Huguenot at 9:30 o’clock Monday night, after a long illness of old age and general debility. He was aged 72 years. The deceased was born in the town of Deerpark about 72 years ago and had always lived at Huguenot.

He was the son of Mr. and Mrs. Dennis Decker. On September 4th, 1864, he enlisted in Company M, 15th Regiment, New York State Heavy Artillery. He was wounded in the Battle of the Wilderness on May 12th, 1864, and lost his right arm below the elbow and a thumb and a little finger on the left hand. He was discharged on September 29, 1864.

His funeral notice read as follows:

The late Alfred Decker married Elvina Campbell, who died thirteen years ago. He is survived by two sons: Charles and John Decker, and a daughter, Bella DeGraw of Huguenot, NY; three sisters, Mrs. Senia Jackson, Mrs. John Smith, and Mrs. Emma Naples of Port Jervis, and one brother, Abraham Decker of Philadelphia.

Vintage Photos of Europe - Circa WW II - Part 3 of 3

The following are photos that were taken during World War II. They were once the property of the late H.A. Decker:

Vintage Photos of Europe - Circa World War II - Part 2 of 3

The following are photos that were taken during World War II. They were once the property of the late H.A. Decker:

Vintage Photos of Europe - Circa World War II - Part 1 of 3

The following are photos that were taken during World War II. They were once the property of the late H.A. Decker:

Vintage Photo - World War II Veterans and Military Paperwork - Circa 1940s - Howard A. Decker

Vintage Newspaper Clippings - I.O.R.M. Morris Kent and Lyel Akin - Circa 1900s

Several relatives of the late Howard A. Decker were members of the Improved Order of Red Men. Proof may be found in the death notices of Morris Kent and Lyel Akin. The death notices for Morris Kent and Lyel Akin are provided below:

The history of the fraternal organization is an interesting one. It dates back to well before the Revolutionary War and has changed names over the years. A great deal of information about the organization’s roots may be found on The Improved Order of Red Men’s website. There is also a book available online titled, Official History of the Improved Order of Red Men, that may shed some light on the group’s origins for those that are interested in learning more.

Vintage Newspaper Clipping - Krause Murder - Coykendall - Cellino - Circa 1900s

Vintage Newspaper Clippings - John Charles Smith Killed - Circa 1900s

John Charles Smith (AKA Jack) ties into the late Howard A. Decker's family.

Vintage Photo of Father and Son - Dennis and Alfred Decker - Circa 1800s

This photo is of Alfred Decker and his father, Dennis. They once lived in Orange County, New York.

Dennis was born circa 1815 and married Mary Jane Ferguson circa 1845.

According to available U.S. Census records, they had several children, including Alfred, George, Abraham, Mary Catharine, John D., William H., Emily, Amanda and Aseneth J.

Dennis Decker died somewhere between 1880 and 1900. His son Alfred was born in 1842 and died in 1914.

Vintage Photo with Francis Bacon Quote - Circa 1800s and 1900s

"The best part of beauty is that no picture can express." - Francis Bacon

Vintage Photos - Henion - Hinckley - Mason Family #ThrowbackThursday

This photo features several generations of the Henion – Hinckley – Mason family. Starting on the left, the little boy squatting down next to the cat is Robert Babcock. The little girl next to him on the porch is Carol Phillips –Tufano.

The woman holding the toddler in her arms is Mary Phillips. The woman behind her is Mary Olive Hinckley – Henion. The older woman standing next to the young woman with the baby in her arms is Bertha Elizabeth Henion – Mason. The young woman with the baby is Doris Babcock and the baby is Doris Ayers.

Mary Olive Hinkley - Henion (1854-1927) was the daughter of Benjamin Hinkley (1817-1879) and Sarah Felton (1818-1906). They are tied to Governor Thomas H. Hinckley (1618-1705). They sometimes spelled their surname, Hinckley. Other times it was recorded as Hinkley. The family patriarch was Robert Hinckley (1537-1606). His wife was Katherine Leese and they lived in Kent, England.

Mary married Civil War solider, William Henry Henion (1840-1904), circa 1888 and her sister married William’s brother. Mary and William had several children, including Bertha Elizabeth Henion – Mason (1870-1931).

Bertha married Rufus Scott “Scotty” Mason circa 1886. Throughout their lives they resided in several areas, including New York and Pennsylvania. The photo located below features Bertha, Rufus and some of their children.

Vintage Photo with Quote from Elisabeth Kubler-Ross --Circa 1800s and 1900s

"People are like stained-glass windows. They sparkle and shine when the sun is out, but when the darkness sets in, their true beauty is revealed only if there is a light from within." - Elisabeth Kubler-Ross

Vintage Photo with Kevin Systrom Quote - Circa 1800s and 1900s

"Every photo you take communicates something about a moment in time, a brief slice of time, where you were, who you were with, and what you were doing." - Kevin Systrom

Vintage Family Photos - Erie Railroad Men - Circa 1900s - Howard A. Decker

Vintage Family Photos - Clarence D. and Madeline Canfield with Paul Majocchi #ThrowbackThursday

The following vintage photo features Paul Majocchi (Left), Clarence David Canfield (Middle) and Eva Mae Canfield -Majocchi (Right). Clarence and Eva Mae are siblings. Paul is Eva Mae's husband.

The following newspaper clipping contains Clarence David Canfield's obituary:

Vintage Photo with Deb Caletti Quote - Circa 1800s and 1900s

"That's what people do who love you. They put thier arms around you and love you when you're not so lovable." - Deb Caletti

Vintage Family Photos - Emmett, Herbert, Dora and Myrten Canfield - #ThrowbackThursday

To the left is a photo of Emmett Canfield (1905-1969).


















The following photo is of Herbert Canfield (Born 1901):

To the right is a photo of Dora Canfield (1895-1993):

Listed below is a photo of Myrten Canfield (Born 1894):

Emmett, Herbert, Dora and Myrten were the children of Charles W. Canfield (Born 1869) and Julia Canfield. They had at least seven children, including the ones in the photos. Their other children were Flora (Born 1897), Walter (Born 1903) and Harry (Born 1908). Their grandparents were David Canfield and Hannah Kent-Canfield.

Vintage Family Photos - Circa 1800s and 1900s- Emma Mae Smith

Above you will find a photo and obituary for Emma Mae Smith (1877-1939), daughter of simeon Smith and Mary Brooks. She married at least twice in her lifetime and gave birth to at minimum of 9 children. Eight of them belonged to her first husband, Benjamin Franklin Canfield. Her last child was fathered by Charles Alfred Decker (1875-1935). His name was Howard Alfred Decker (1914-1991).

The photo shown below was taken at the Canfield-Decker homestead in Orange County, New York, during the 1900s. It features Howard A. Decker and some of his siblings. Howard is the one with both hands on top of his head.

Vintage Family Photos and Newspaper Clippings - Circa 1900s - Linie Decker Davis

Vintage Photo of Alvina Canfield-Decker (Circa Late 1800s)

This photo is of Alvina Canfield-Decker, who also went by the first names Elviney, Elvira and Elvey. Her parents were Jacob and Eunice Canfield. She was born circa 1844 and died circa 1902.

She married Alfred Decker circa 1870 and lived at least part of her life in Orange County, New York. She and Alfred had several children. Based on available U.S. Census records, they were named Mary, John Dennis and Charles Alfred.

Elviney's father, Jacob Canfield (B.1806), was the son of David Canfield (1772-1868) and Mary Sammons (1787-1858). His family line goes back to Harlstone, Northamptonshire, England. The patriarchs were John Camfield (1522-1559) and Isabel (1517-1559).

Elviney's Mother, Mary Sammons, was the daughter of Johannes Sammons (1749-1830) and Margaret Wynkoop (1759-1847). Her line stretches back to Jacob Sammons (1692-1750) and Catalyna Benson (1683-1755).