30. Ann C Helferich
While still an infant, Ann qas in a sailboat with her parents wehn the boat was wrecked. She was wrapped in a silk shawl and conveyed ashore. The shawl was displayed at the first family reunion at Detroit in 1899.
Ann and Maurice moved to Ney York in 1824 where Maurice gave up his occupation as a tailor in favor of africultural pursuits. In 1837 they moved to Cleveland, Ohio, and in 1839 they went to Pennsylvania where Maurice died in 1854. Ann then returned to Canada where she married Isaac Taylor.
Maurice came to Canada with the 37th Regiment to participate in the War of 1812.
Maurice and Ann moved to New York in 1824 where Maurice gave up his occupation as a tailor in favor of agricultural pursuits. In 1837 they moved to Cleveland Olhipo and in 1839 they went to Pennsylvania where Maurice died in 1854. Ann then returned to Canada where she married Isaac Taylor.
33. Sarah Helferich
DEATH: Death of Mrs. Gillespie, an Old Resident of Mersea
With Sorrow we have to record the death of one of our oldest and most respectable citizens in the person of Mrs. Sarah Gillespie, who passed away Feb 14 1897 after two hours of singing and prayer with her minister, Rev Baker. She was a Christian and charitable person always ready to help in times of need and had a large circle of friends.
Deceased was born at Gottenburg, Holland, the 23rd June 1807 and spent some time on the Isle Of Wright, where the family residence was situated and where they were intimate with the Duke of Cambridge. Her father, Mr. J. Helferich was master tailor for a regiment in England, her mother's maiden mame being Miss Annie Moore of London, England a niece of Sir John Moore..
Mrs Gillespie came with her parents to America and landed at Quebec in 1821 where they resided for a time and where her mother died. Here Miss Helferich was married to Mr. George Gillespie, who was born in Belfast Ireland; being of Scotch parents he was educated at Glasgow University. They resided at Perth for a time and then came to Romney where they were extensive land holders and from there came to Talbot street, Mersea. Mr. Gillespie was a high standing member of the Masonic order. He died March 6, 1883 and since that time Mrs. Gillespie resided on the homestead until a few weeks of her death where her children frequently visited her and were always warmly received.
The members of the family living are:
William Gillespie of Windsor; Mrs. Beno on the Beno homestead, Mersea; James Gillespie, mason, in Bay City Mich.; Mrs. Louisa Agla, Arner Ont.; Alexander Gillespie, engineer, Oak Harbour, Ohio; Captain Isaac Gillespie, Toledo, Ohio; Mrs. Ford, Kingsville Ont.; George Gillespie, carpenter, Toledo Ohio.Ancestors of George G. Gillespie
In an obituary for Sarah (Helferich) Gillespie it was stated that her husband George Gillespie was educated at Glasgow University even though he was born in Belfast of Scotch parents. In May of 2003 an enquiry was send to the University, and they replied that a George Gillespie had enrolled in1821, studied Latin in 1821-1822, Greek in 1822-1823, Logic in 1823-1824, and Ethics in 1824-1825, but there was no record of his graduation. The file also said that he was a merchant in Glasgow, and the 5th son of John Gillespie a minister at Arroquar. Research has shown that John Gillespie was the Minister of Arroquar (also spelled as Arrochar) from 1780 until his death on the 28th of August, 1816. No listing of John Gillespie’s family has been found, but all of these dates fit in with George’s birth date of 1803, and his marriage at Quebec in 1830. Therefore there is some possibility that the George identified by Glasgow University as the son of John Gillespie is the husband of Sarah Helferich.
Ancestors of George G. Gillespie
In an obituary for Sarah (Helferich) Gillespie it was stated that her husband George Gillespie was educated at Glasgow University even though he was born in Belfast of Scotch parents. In May of 2003 an enquiry was send to the University, and they replied that a George Gillespie had enrolled in1821, studied Latin in 1821-1822, Greek in 1822-1823, Logic in 1823-1824, and Ethics in 1824-1825, but there was no record of his graduation. The file also said that he was a merchant in Glasgow, and the 5th son of John Gillespie a minister at Arroquar. Research has shown that John Gillespie was the Minister of Arroquar (also spelled as Arrochar) from 1780 until his death on the 28th of August, 1816. No listing of John Gillespie’s family has been found, but all of these dates fit in with George’s birth date of 1803, and his marriage at Quebec in 1830. Therefore there is some possibility that the George identified by Glasgow University as the son of John Gillespie is the husband of Sarah Helferich.
John left home after his father remarried so soon after his mother's death.
Grand Traverse Herald
March 8, 1904The funeral of Mrs. Charlotte (Brown)Helfferich was held Friday afternoon from the home of her daughter, Mrs. S. A. (Sarah Adelaide) Miller of Valley Ave.
Mrs Helfferich was an old pioneer of Grand Traverse County. Her house was the only house between Traverse City and Old Mission. And the Indians were wearing their War Paint. Her husband died about 15 years ago.
Mrs. Helfferich came to this city a few years ago to live with her daughter at whose home death occured.
The deceased was 76 years of age and leaves six children, twent-nine grandchildren and nine great grandchildren.
Mrs Helfferich was the mother of John, Henry, George and Edward of Ogdensburg and Mrs. S.A. Miller(says Hoffmaster, but that is a mistake in the obituary.) and Mrs. Emma Cautavo, both of this city.
Rev. T.P. Ullom preached the funeral service. The floral offerings were man and beautiful. She will be missed by many as she was loved by all who knew her and will be remembered as a nurse for many years.
The remains were laid to rest in Oakwood Cemetery, Traverse City.
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If she were 76 years of age as indicated in the paper, she would have been born in 1828. Records show her born April 1838 in N.Y. The paper could be wrong. Fife Lake Cemetery shows Charlotte(Brown) Helferich there.
38. Jacob Helferich
Jacob Helfrich lived in Dwight Township in 1890, plat 20.
41. George Helferich
BIOGRAPHY: From a booklet recieved by the "H"arrow "E"arly "I"mmigrant "R"esearch "S"ociety
BIOGRAPHY: George m Margaret Brown, niece of James Bell, and sister of James Brown. George and Margaret Lived on the wet 1/2 lot 14, Gore, just east of Harrow. Maurice Helferich m Jean Drouillard and moved to Aberdon.
DEATH: The Following is taken from a Contemporary in Michigan--"George Helferich was born in Quebec, Canada, Aug 6, 1826. He was one of seventeen children, his father being twice married and moved to Windsor with his parents when he was quite young. He married Margaret Brown, Oct. 1, 1851, and settled on a farm near Harrow, Ontario., where he resided until 21 years ago when he removed to the states and bought a farm one mile south of Disco, where they lived until three years ago, when on account of failing health he gave up farming, since which time, excepting nearly six months at Metamora he made his home at Washington village. About 18 months ago, Mr. and Mrs. Helferich celebrated the 50th anniversary of their marriage. Forty years ago he untied with the Wesleyan Methodists of Canada, of which he has always been a faithful member; he has always been a faithful member; he was a regular attendant of religious services wherever he was until ill health prevented him from so doing. Twelve children were born to George and Margaret Helferich of which ten are living to mourn with their mother a dear father gone on before to the Heavenly home. Of the seventeen brothers and sisters of his father's family, only three survive him--Morris, of Anderdon, Ont.; William of Walla Walla, Washington, and a sister, Elizabeth at Trenton, Mich., each unable to be present. The funeral was held Sunday, Feb. 22nd, 1903, at the M.E. church, Washington, the pastor Rev. Weaver, officiating, taking for the text the words"Be Not Afraid, only believe." The six stalwart sons acted as pallbearers. The children being Wallace, of Disco; Thomas, of Detroit; James, of Washington; John, of Columbiaville; Mrs Wilson Iler, of Berlin, Ont.; David of Metamora; Ernest, of Flint; Mrs. Frank Fangboner, of Rochester; Mrs. Will Candy and Miss Della, of Washington.
BIOGRAPHY: From a booklet received by the "H"arrow "E"arly "I"mmigrant "R"esearch "S"ociety
BIOGRAPHY: George m Margaret Brown, niece of James Bell, and sister of James Brown. George and Margaret Lived on the west 1/2 lot 14, Gore, just east of Harrow. Maurice Helferich m Jean Drouillard and moved to Aberdon. William married Jean Lockaby/Lockerby about 1855, and they lived on Con. 3. These families moved to Michigan in 1881, but descendents still live in this County.
Alice. m. Steve Pettypiece of Amherstburg. Other desc, were the Wilson Ilers, the Herbert Tofflemires abd the Solomon Aglas. James Miles Helferich m. Annetta Munger(daughter of John G.) and they moved to Macomb County where they had a large dairy farm. Dewitt Helferich m. Sarah Elizabeth"Libbie" Munger(dau. of Harmon Munger and Adaline Lucinda Quick.)
This family were active Methodists. James and Nettie sang duets in church; James played violin and the musical saw for Square Dancing and the jig. The booklet has many pictures of the early generations.
Maurice was born on the 10th of May, 1827 in Colchester Township, he died in Anderdon Township, Essex County, on April 25th, 1911, at the home of his son Maurice Jr. He is buried in the non-catholic section at St. Clement Catholic Church in McGregor, Essex County. In 1909 he was gored by an angry bull, and was badly crippled. He married Jeanne Drouillard, who was born in Sandwich Township, Essex County, about 1832, and died on the 26th of October, 1907, in Anderdon Township (St. Clement records show she was buried there in the Catholic section on the 10th of October). Maurice bought a 100 acre farm in Colchester South from his brother George. Maurice and Jeanne had two children:
---Marie Helferich was born about 1864, and married Michael Joseph Drouillard on April the 18th, 1882. He was the son of Henri Drouillard and Olive Renaud. They had eight children one of which was Joseph Henri Francis Drouillard who was born on the 26th of August, 1885.
Sources:“Helferich Family History” by Buford Patten Helferich
Marriage Registry - St. Joseph de la Riviere-aux-Canard, Essex County, Ontario
Marie Helferich to Michael Drouillard
Maurice Helferich Jr. to Margurite Pare
Maurice Helferich Sr. & Family, 1861 census Sandwich West Township, Essex County
Maurice Helferich Sr. & Family, 1871 census, Sandwich West Township
Maurice Helferich Sr., obituary, Amherstburg Echo, Apr 28, 1911
Maurice Helferich Sr., death notice, ibid
Jeanne (Drouillard) Helferich, obituary, Amherstburg Echo, November 1, 1919
Helfrich Joseph Henri Francis, baptismal, St. Andrew’s Presbyterian, Amherstburg
BIOGRAPHY: From a booklet recieved by the "H"arrow "E"arly "I"mmigrant "R"esearch "S"ociety
William married Jean Lockaby/Lockerby about 1855, and they lived on Con. 3. These families moved to Michigan in 1881, but descendents still live in this County.