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Name: 
Emma Thornburg Sefcik
Where do you live now:  Hartford MI
When did you live in Hartford:  All my life, except when husband, Ron, was in service.
From the class of:  1966
Date:   28 Apr 2002
Time:  02:42 AM

Comments

Finding out about the history of our town has been a very memorable experience. Please enjoy your visit and let me know if you have historic items that should be added to the site. 
Click here to send me an email


Name:  Linda Rae Meagher Ament
Where do you live now:     Lawrence, Michigan
When did you live in Hartford:  1957 -1990
From the class of:  1966
Date:  29 Apr 2002
Time:   09:13 PM

Comments

I admire your title "Pearls in our Past", what a lovely thought, so many happy memories of Hartford and the lovely people who were born there, grew up there and took such pride in their hometown. I also admire the webmaster for her intelligence, hard work and Love for her fellowman (woman)...also her dedicated effort to assist her classmates (class of 1966) connected so many years later. The effort she has gone to , to allow us all to share the sacrifices our families and neighbors made when they went to war for all of us, giving us a means to say "Thank-You and we Love you for what you did for all of us to help keep us safe". Lovingly, Linda


Name:   samie ledyard
Where do you live now:   baroda
When did you live in Hartford:   never did only work in hartford
From the class of:
Date:    29 Apr 2002
Time:   09:51 PM

Comments

Just here to have fun and check out some wonderful lady's picture who I work with. Her name is Linda Meagher...and she's awesome.


Name:   Melba Allen Rhinehart
Where do you live now:   4 miles northeast of Hartford
When did you live in Hartford:  50 years in area
From the class of:  1953
Date:   01 May 2002
Time:  10:04 AM

Comments

Emma, this is a great project. I knew you could do it!


Name:  Charles Pinkney
Where do you live now:  Fairmount ND
When did you live in Hartford:
From the class of:
Date:  01 May 2002
Time:   01:41 PM

Comments

As Emma noted there is an historic link between Hartford and the city of Fairmount ND. Click here to see the Historic link between Hartford Michigan and Fairmount ND 1937. Thanks Emma for your contacting us.

Chas


Name:  Linda Joyce Glasgow Gray
Where do you live now:  Hartford
When did you live in Hartford:  1961 to present
From the class of:  1965
Date:  01 May 2002
Time:  01:55 PM

Comments


Name:  George E. Thornburg
Where do you live now:  Kalamazoo Mi.
When did you live in Hartford:
From the class of:  1964
Date:  02 May 2002
Time:  10:18 AM

Comments

Great job done by my older sister.  Click here to send me an email   


Name:   Denise Matthews Sells
Where do you live now:  Hartford-next door to my old home
When did you live in Hartford:   1961-present
From the class of:   1979
Favorite website feature:   Military
Date:   04 May 2002
Time:  11:16:38 PM

Comments

Can't wait to see this continue to evolve-very exciting!


Name:   Lindsey Sells
Where do you live now:   Hartford - next to my grandmother
When did you live in Hartford:
From the class of:
Favorite website feature:   My picture with my grandfather Bonzi
Date:   05 May 2002
Time:   07:57:09 PM

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Name:   Tim Nyhuis
Where do  you live now?    Hartford
When did you live in Hartford:  
From the class of:
Favorite website feature: 
Date:  12 May 2002
Time:   09:04 AM

Comments

Have looked at just a few of the options on this site. I will come back. It looks great. Looking forward to seeing the church section when it is developed.

Tim


Name:   James A. Rhinehart (Jim)
Where do you live now?   Midland City, Al 
When did you live in Hartford?
From the class of:
Favorite website feature:
Date:   12 May 2002
Time:   05:57 PM

Comments

I just wanted to let you know I think this is an outstanding site.  I am Jim Rhinehart and live in Midland City, Alabama.  I work for Sony Corporation here.  Hartford is my hometown as it is (was) most of my relatives.  I saw my dad's picture along with his brothers (James W. Rhinehart) in the WW2 history section.  My dad was killed test flying a helicopter.  I think this is a really nice site design.  I see that you are looking for more historical pictures.  I'm am trying to find some as most of my aunts, uncles, grandparents, and parents were (are) from there in Hartford.  If I find any, I'll send them in.  Keep up the good work.  Again....this is a job "Well Done".

Additional comment added May 12th:

I'm trying to gather some information and pictures for you. I'm writing this on Mothers day and after taking my mother out for lunch I started thinking. My mom is from Hartford also. She was born in Grand Rapids. Why not include women in the historical section. My Mom is 80 and she can tell you some stories. I believe she worked in an aircraft factory or made aircraft parts during WW2. As you know these women were known as "Rosie Riviters". They helped keep this country going while the men were "over there" fighting. 

Jim Rhinehart


Name: Roy M. (Bud) & Marion L. (Kling) Davis
Where do you live now: Hartford, MI
When did you live in Hartford: For years...attended school here. 
School attended or graduated from: Both from HHS
You are from the class of: Bud-1942, Marion-1943
Your favorite feature of this web site: We've just discovered it....still exploring
How did you hear about the site: E-mail from Lois Latus
Date: May 19, 2002
Time: 11:02 PM

Comments

Marvelous idea. We really appreciate the effort that has gone into it already! We moved to Ann Arbor in 1966 and lived there until 1982 when we moved back. Have lived here since then except for traveling. Small towns have fallen on hard times. Perhaps Hartford was never as we remember it......but in our minds it will always be our town.....a good place in which to grow up.

Click here for our email address in Hartford.


Name: Barbara  (Latus) Oosterbaan
Where do you live now: Tucson, Arizona
When did you live in Hartford: 1953 - 1971
School attended or graduated from: Hartford High School
You are from the class of: 1971
Your favorite feature of this web site: Potawatomi
How did you hear about the site: Leo & Lois Latus (parents)
Date: May 20, 2002
Time: 08:24 AM

Comments

Now living with many Native American cultures out in Arizona, it's an interesting comparison to read about the Potawatomi.


Name: Marcia Kay Rhinehart
Where do you live now: New Orleans, La
When did you live in Hartford: Born in 1948-Father  was James W. Rhinehart mother Opal Bernice Reed Rhinehart
School attended or graduated from:
You are from the class of:
Your favorite feature of this web site: Pictures of my Dad and his brothers - Jack, Bob and Billy Rhinehart
How did you hear about the site: My brother Jim Rhinehart told me about it
Date: May 20, 2002
Time: 06:40 PM

Comments

My family is from Michigan and I have really enjoyed reading all of the features. The site is wonderfully done and thoroughly enjoyable. I have several of my dad V-letters and will see about getting one scanned for you site. Thanks again it was great. Marcia Rhinehart


Name: Carol Matthews
Where do you live now: Hartford-next to my daughter
When did you live in Hartford: 1935-present
School attended or graduated from: Hartford High
You are from the class of: 1952
Your favorite feature of this web site: my husband Matt (Bonz)
How did you hear about the site: My granddaughter
Date: June 02, 2002
Time: 09:38 PM

Comments

This is a very interesting. Please correct the spelling of my husband's nickname. The correct spelling is Bonz. This name was given to him by his father and is still carried out today.  But he was always Matt to me. Carol

Thank you, Carol. Glad you enjoyed the site.  Correction has been made to Bonz - thanks for calling it to my attention...Emma


Name: PEGGY (BISBEE) HARRIS
Where do you live now: HARTFORD,MI
When did you live in Hartford: 1938-1956
School attended or graduated from: HARTFORD
You are from the class of:
Your favorite feature of this web site: PHOTOS
How did you hear about the site: TRI-COUNTY NEWSPAPER
Date: June 05, 2002
Time: 09:02 PM

Comments

I MOVED TO MISSOURI IN 1972. I MOVED BACK TO HARTFORD IN 2001 AND I BOUGHT MY GRANDPARENTS, CLARENCE AND MURTLE BURR, OLD HOUSE. I AM HAPPY TO BE HOME.


Name: Richard Murl Wise
Where do you live now: P.O. Box 394,Watervliet, Michigan
When did you live in Hartford: 1940-43, 1952-59
School attended or graduated from: Hartford
You are from the class of: 1959
Your favorite feature of this web site: Town Folk
How did you hear about the site: Tri-City Record
Date: June 05, 2002
Time: 10:27 PM

Comments

I haven't looked at much yet but I am very pleased.


Name: Joanne H. Goodrich Duncombe
Where do you live now: Hartford, Mil
When did you live in Hartford: All my life
School attended or graduated from: Hartford High School
You are from the class of: l950
Your favorite feature of this web site: All of it
How did you hear about the site: From my nephew
Date: June 07, 2002
Time: 09:39 AM

Comments

I'm enjoying all of it so far--it brings back many memories. I remember the Thomas Farms when Dr. Thomas invited the children of Hartford to swim in his pond in the woods. My sister, Jeanne Knapp, as a teen, was one of the leaders that took us there. It was such a beautiful, natural setting and a real treat for all of us little ones. In later years, I learned that Jeanne didn't even like to swim, which was ironic! Dr. Thomas also allowed all the children to pick wildflowers for their May baskets, which was great fun.


Name: Mike Brandt
Where do you live now: Gaylord, MI
When did you live in Hartford: 1949-1971
School attended or graduated from:
You are from the class of: 1968
Your favorite feature of this web site: All of it.
How did you hear about the site: My friend Randy Kime.
Date: June 07, 2002
Time: 10:47 PM

Comments

I appreciate the fact that someone was willing to put the time and effort into this web site. I enjoyed growing up in Hartford and this site brought back many memories for me. I hope that I can add something to the information already here. Thanks.


Name: Joyce Goodrich Kime
Where do you live now: St Joseph Mi
When did you live in Hartford: 1942
School attended or graduated from: Hartford High School
You are from the class of: 1942
Your favorite feature of this web site: Interesting articles
How did you hear about the site: My son, randy Kime
Date: June 08, 2002
Time: 04:51 PM

Comments


Name: Paul A. Abrams
Where do you live now: Benton Harbor, MI
When did you live in Hartford: 1926 - 1971
School attended or graduated from: Hartford
You are from the class of: 1944
Your favorite feature of this web site:
How did you hear about the site:
Date: June 08, 2002
Time: 07:03 PM

Comments

Will comment later. Thanks for contacting me.

Paul


Name: Roy M. (Bud) Davis
Where do you live now: See biography
When did you live in Hartford:
School attended or graduated from:
You are from the class of:
Your favorite feature of this web site: Every part of it
How did you hear about the site:
Date: June 14, 2002
Time: 01:17 PM

Comments

Every time we visit this web site, we see more and more. Love the tie in with the war statistics! Keep up the good work, Emma......Bud & Marion Click here for our email address in Hartford.


Name: Gail (Guerin) McCarthy
Where do you live now: 
When did you live in Hartford:  1944 until 1959
School attended or graduated from:  Hartford
You are from the class of:  1959
Your favorite feature of this web site: 
How did you hear about the site:  Pat Bachman Empson
Date: June 17, 2002
Time: 01:45 A M

Comments

Hello,     Just found your site.  Lived there from 1944 until 1959, the year I graduated. With Bruce Dowd, Phil Friday, etc. My mom and dad were there until 1969 when my dad died and my mom moved to New Orleans.   They were Al and Lois Guerin and owned Al's Market, next to Clark's Drug store, and later Al's Cab. Have some old pictures of that if you are ever interested. My grandfather was Andy Hollenbeck and tended bar at the Main Tavern, most of that time. We lived next to the Smiths on Hillsboro Street (128). Lots of old things I remember.    Would like to suggest a page with then & now photos. That would be fun, perhaps with a link to their email addresses. Just a thought.     Anyway, have your page marked now and will continue to keep track. You have done a nice job with the site. One of my sons is into computer programming and I know how difficult a job you have.     Have a great week.
           
Sincerely,
           
Gail (Guerin) McCarthy  Click here to send me an email

 


Name: Harold Bowen
Where do you live now: Kalamazoo
When did you live in Hartford: 1950-1964
School attended or graduated from: HHS
You are from the class of: 1964
Your favorite feature of this web site: Famous Folks
How did you hear about the site: From EMMA
Date: July 01, 2002
Time: 05:55 AM

Comments  Click here to send Harold an email.   


Name:  Patricia Bachman Empson
Where do you live now: Traverse City, MI
When did you live in Hartford: 1946-1978
School attended or graduated from: Hartford High School
You are from the class of: 1959
Your favorite feature of this web site: Love it all
How did you hear about the site: Hartford resident Arlene Ward
Date: July 03, 2002
Time: 07:50 PM

Comments

I especially like the pictures (hope there will be more in the future) and history tales. I'd like to see pictures of North Center Street the way it was before Hardings and the new Post Office (my dad's welding shop was located there).

The graduating classes of Hartford High School are a great feature.

Keep up the good work!  Click here for my email address


Name: Kelly (Empson) Richards
Where do you live now: Paw Paw, Michigan
When did you live in Hartford: 1959 - 1979
School attended or graduated from: Hartford
You are from the class of: 1977
Your favorite feature of this web site: everything so far
How did you hear about the site: my mom (Patricia Bachman Empson)
Date: July 04, 2002
Time: 09:06 PM

Comments

This is a wonderful site. I'm looking forward to seeing it grow.


Name: Sandra (Jillson) Lundie
Where do you live now: Holland, MI
When did you live in Hartford:
School attended or graduated from:
You are from the class of:
Your favorite feature of this web site:
How did you hear about the site: Marion and Bud Davis
Date: July 06, 2002
Time: 11:04 PM

Comments

I never lived in Hartford but many of my relatives did. Starting with my great-grandfather, Thomas Jefferson Conklin Sr. Other names in my family are Jillson, Beal, Teachout, Parmenter, Reynolds, McConnohie, Kennicott, Hastings, Kennedy, McAllister, Hartman and Lightner. Have been tracing my family genealogy and enjoy reading about Hartford and the area. Click here for my email address.


Name: Ardith Kraiger Russell
Where do you live now: Norris City, Ill.
When did you live in Hartford:
School attended or graduated from: l953-1957
You are from the class of: 1957
Your favorite feature of this web site:
How did you hear about the site: classmate
Date: July 07, 2002
Time: 06:27 PM

Comments

I have only taken time to look up the information on Simon Pokagon because the Potawatomi cemetary is next to where my parents lived on Rush Lake from 1984 until 1995.


Name: Wanda (Woods) Sappington
Where do you live now: Naylor, MO 63953
When did you live in Hartford: 804 N. Main Street 
School attended or graduated from: Hartford High School
You are from the class of: 1962
Your favorite feature of this web site: Schools
How did you hear about the site: Linda Gray
Date: August 08, 2002
Time: 01:52 PM

Comments

I have only been to Hartford, Michigan one time since 1962. I only went to school there for my senior year. I really liked the school and I really liked the kids. I have lots of special memories of that year 1961-1962. Click here for my email address.


Name: Wallace O. Haight
Where do you live now: 61180 48th Avenue Hartford MI 49057
When did you live in Hartford: 419 E. Main (39 to 42) 319 Linden St. 1942 to 1966
School attended or graduated from: Hartford Public School
You are from the class of: 1952
Your favorite feature of this web site: All of the site is especially nice.
How did you hear about the site: Emma sent me an e-mail which I thank her for.
Date: September 03, 2002
Time: 10:39 AM

Comments

I would like to pass this site information on to friends and classmates, but do not know just how this is done.

     Good question, Wally.  I just started a FAQ section. Click the FAQ link on the left menu for a quick way to let your friends, family, and classmates know about the History of Hartford web site......Emma   


Name: Kenny Kent
Where do you live now: Hartford, MI
When did you live in Hartford: Presently
School attended or graduated from: Fremont HS, Fremont, MI
You are from the class of: 1974
Your favorite feature of this web site: School & Military info
How did you hear about the site: Emma Sefcik
Date: September 11, 2002
Time: 08:41 PM

Comments


Name: John (Rick) Thomas
Where do you live now: Jacksonville Beach, Florida
When did you live in Hartford: 1967 - 1978
School attended or graduated from: Hartford High
You are from the class of: 1975
Your favorite feature of this web site: everything
How did you hear about the site: internet search
Date: September 17, 2002
Time: 05:26 PM

Comments

Click here for my email address. I really enjoyed living in Hartford! And a lot of times I wish I'd never left! I'd move back in a heartbeat if there were good opportunities. But I don't miss winter! The spring, summer and fall I miss a lot.


Name: Bick Beckwith
Where do you live now: Carlsbad, CA
When did you live in Hartford: 1933-1943
School attended or graduated from: HHS but graduated from Watervliet HS
You are from the class of: 1943
Your favorite feature of this web site: It is all fantastic
How did you hear about the site: Larry Blyly or Bud Davis or both
Date: September 20, 2002
Time: 06:36 PM

Comments

As was the case with all men 18 and older during WWII, I left Hartford for flight training in 1943 and never returned to live in Hartford. Actually, I made the Air Force a nearly 30 year career spending time in Korea and Viet Nam among others places. Will send photos of each wartime experience at a later date if you are interested. My ten years in Hartford were all important and friendships made at that time continue to this day.
Click here to send me an email.


Name: Katherine Schuld
Where do you live now: Hartford
When did you live in Hartford: 1973 to present
School attended or graduated from: Gladstone Michigan
You are from the class of: 1969
Your favorite feature of this web site: This site has PERSONALITY!
How did you hear about the site: from a friend.
Date: September 20, 2002
Time: 07:29 PM

Comments

This site truly portrays the personal touch in our community. The webmaster deserves an award for the work she has put into this site and the Precious Pearls she allows us all to share. Thanks so much Emma!


Name: Ernestine (Green) Bachman
Where do you live now: Hartford
When did you live in Hartford: My family moved here from Dowagiac, MI , in 1960.
School attended or graduated from: HHS
You are from the class of: 1966
Your favorite feature of this web site: I really enjoy all of it, I must say though, that the history of the houses and the families that lived in them will always get my attention first!
How did you hear about the site: Emma, a fellow classmate and a great Webmaster!
Date: September 20, 2002
Time: 09:08 PM

Comments

I remember well moving to a new school in 7th grade was not easy, I never thought I would be at home here but I was wrong. Hartford has proved to be a great place to live, go to school, raise our family of four. Our children also graduated from HHS, maybe our grandchildren will too. Ernie Rick and Ernestine Bachman Click here for my email address.


Name: Marcia Pompey Molter
Where do you live now: Watervliet, MI
When did you live in Hartford: 1947-1974
School attended or graduated from: Hartford High School
You are from the class of: 1966
Your favorite feature of this web site:
How did you hear about the site:
Date: September 21, 2002
Time: 12:17 AM

Comments

Click here for my email address.


Name: Brian Larsen
Where do you live now: Coloma, MI
When did you live in Hartford:
School attended or graduated from:
You are from the class of:
Your favorite feature of this web site:
How did you hear about the site:
Date: September 21, 2002
Time: 09:40 AM

Comments


Name: Mary Cheatham Thornburg
Where do you live now: Hartford, Michigan
When did you live in Hartford: 102 S. East St.
School attended or graduated from: Hartford ( Adult Ed.)
You are from the class of: 1982
Your favorite feature of this web site: Viewing the past. In all of it.
How did you hear about the site: My daughter is the lady who made this possible.
Date: September 25, 2002
Time: 09:57 PM

Comments  Click here to send me an email


Name: melvin w simmons
Where do you live now: bellevue wa
When did you live in Hartford: never
School attended or graduated from: appleton city mo
You are from the class of: 1944
Your favorite feature of this web site: all are good
How did you hear about the site: just surfing threw
Date: September 29, 2002
Time: 04:29 PM

Comments

hi i served on the uss fond du lac apa 166 during ww2 with aage hansen QM2class can,t remember whether he has been to any reunion or not will answer anyone who care to write me. Click here for my email address. very nice website have a good day bless you all mel simmons.


Name: Cecelia Parascandolo Brookfield
Where do you live now: Hartford, MI
When did you live in Hartford: most of my life
School attended or graduated from: Hartford High School
You are from the class of: 1945
Your favorite feature of this web site: It's all very good and so enjoyable
How did you hear about the site: from Bicknell Beckwith by email
Date: October 02, 2002
Time: 07:15 PM

Comments

Click here for my email address in Hartford  OR   Click here to send me an email in Florida. I head for Port Charlotte, FL right after the holidays and return to Hartford around the first of May. Memories of friends and good times in Hartford are great to see in print. This is something our children, grandchildren and yes even our great grandchildren will get a kick out of seeing at least I know mine will.


Name: Gail (Clover) Colman
Where do you live now: Berrien Springs, Michigan 49103
When did you live in Hartford: 1937 - 1958
School attended or graduated from: Hartford
You are from the class of: 1952
Your favorite feature of this web site: new at site so am still reading
How did you hear about the site: Hartford friend
Date: October 02, 2002
Time: 08:03 PM

Comments

Click here for my email address.


Name: Michelle Ann Immoos
Where do you live now: Fort Wayne, Indiana
When did you live in Hartford: 1982-1997
School attended or graduated from: Hartford High School
You are from the class of: 1993
Your favorite feature of this web site: School database
How did you hear about the site: Yahoo search
Date: October 02, 2002
Time: 11:48 PM

Comments  Click here for my email address.


Name: Nancy Peirce Haight
Where do you live now: Ionia, Michigan 48846
When did you live in Hartford: l935-l960
School attended or graduated from: Hartford High School
You are from the class of: 1953
Your favorite feature of this web site: All of it I am thrilled with it
How did you hear about the site: It was sent to me by e-mail
Date: October 03, 2002
Time: 09:00 AM

Comments

I have pictures of Larry Peirce and Fred Haight and will get them to you.


Name: Dominic Parascandolo
Where do you live now: Queens, New York
When did you live in Hartford: 1933-1949 (on and off)
School attended or graduated from: 1st & 3rd grades-Hartford School
You are from the class of: 1945
Your favorite feature of this web site: Everything-what a joy to my old eyes
How did you hear about the site: From Cecilia (Parascandolo) Brookfield-sister
Date: October 03, 2002
Time: 10:22 AM

Comments

Click here for my email address. This site is beautiful and means so much to those of us who remember our youth in Hartford...Keep up the good work and thanks again...dp


Name: John M. Robertson
Where do you live now: Cedar Rapids, IA
When did you live in Hartford: 1926-1944
School attended or graduated from: Hartford High
You are from the class of: 1943
Your favorite feature of this web site: the whole thing
How did you hear about the site: Bick Beckwith
Date: October 03, 2002
Time: 02:04 PM

Comments


Name: Gene Ruple
Where do you live now: Jacksonville, AR
When did you live in Hartford: Keeler 1935-1957
School attended or graduated from: Keeler and Hartford
You are from the class of: 1953
Your favorite feature of this web site: Still looking Very Interesting
How did you hear about the site: Donnlee Kabel Houser
Date: October 06, 2002
Time: 10:12 PM

Comments  Click here for my email address


Name: Bobby Lightner
Where do you live now: Hartford
When did you live in Hartford:
School attended or graduated from: Hartford
You are from the class of: 1992
Your favorite feature of this web site:
How did you hear about the site: My family
Date: October 08, 2002
Time: 10:47 PM

Comments

This is a wonderful site about the history of Hartford


Name: Annette Huffman
Where do you live now: Kalamazoo, MI
When did you live in Hartford: 66th Street
School attended or graduated from: Hartford High School
You are from the class of: 1983
Your favorite feature of this web site: military
How did you hear about the site: Uncle Bill Dyer
Date: October 09, 2002
Time: 11:03 AM

Comments

My visit here was special, I was told about the sight by my Uncle Bill and was surprised to find my uncle, aunt, mom and daughters pictures on here.


Name: Pam & Bob Williamson (Sanders)
Where do you live now: 62nd St. Hartford, Mi
When did you live in Hartford: 1949 to present day
School attended or graduated from: Hartford High
You are from the class of: 1968
Your favorite feature of this web site: Military Pages
How did you hear about the site: From Emma
Date: October 09, 2002
Time: 09:06 PM

Comments

What a wonderful idea, having a history of our town. Great job Emma!


Name: Sarita (Sharon) Collins
Where do you live now: Battle Creek, MI
When did you live in Hartford: 1952-1971
School attended or graduated from:
You are from the class of: 1971
Your favorite feature of this web site:
How did you hear about the site: Emma Sefcik
Date: October 13, 2002
Time: 09:50 PM

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Name: Tábata Pinto
Where do you live now: Brazil
When did you live in Hartford: 1996/97
School attended or graduated from: Hartford High School
You are from the class of: 1997
Your favorite feature of this web site:
How did you hear about the site: Searching through the internet
Date: October 15, 2002
Time: 11:02 PM

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It's always special remembering my times as a Hartford citizen!


Name: Patricia Clinard-Molter
Where do you live now: Bradenton, FL
When did you live in Hartford: 1946 (briefly)
School attended or graduated from: Watervliet High School
You are from the class of: 1955
Your favorite feature of this web site: Military & Potawatomi
How did you hear about the site: Roy "Bud" Davis
Date: October 16, 2002
Time: 07:54 PM

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As a child (when we lived in the country), we would do our Saturday shopping in Hartford for meat, bread and other groceries. Our big treat was going to the movie afterward. During the brief time I lived in Hartford (about four months), I established a friendship with Pat Levy and was treated so well by her family. I also got to know Jim Walker from Walker's Hardware as that seemed to be one of our regular stops. In the years to come--my relationship with Jim Walker and wife, Frances, were more of an intimate nature since I married their grandson, Gerald "Jerry" Molter. Grandpa loved to tease me and it was so nice visiting with them at their Hartford home, or at Lake Cora. We still get to Hartford to visit my former English teacher, Roy "Bud" Davis and wife, Marion. We have a special friendship that has grown over the years and I told him that I consider him and Marion as part of my family. Of course, we see the remaining Walker's from time-to-time and being that they are cousins....we hope the bond will only strengthen.  Click here for my email address


Name: Jim Keech
Where do you live now: Keeler
When did you live in Hartford: 1938-1969
School attended or graduated from: Hartford High School
You are from the class of: 1951
Your favorite feature of this web site: Military site -- and pictures of "olden" days
How did you hear about the site: George
Date: October 29, 2002
Time: 08:31 PM

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This appears to be a monumental task -- cataloging and displaying the Hartford story -- and I think that it has been most successfully accomplished. I am proud to be a Hartford "alumnus" -- and I am certain that these historical "pages" will present a great time capsule of our community.


Name: DEBBIE WINDER
Where do you live now: Bogalusa La
When did you live in Hartford: 1970-1979
School attended or graduated from: Hartford High School
You are from the class of: 1979
Your favorite feature of this web site:
How did you hear about the site:
Date: October 30, 2002
Time: 05:37 PM

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Name: Jeannie Wessendorf
Where do you live now: Hartford
When did you live in Hartford:
School attended or graduated from: Hartford
You are from the class of: 1963
Your favorite feature of this web site: seeing pictures &stories of the people I know
How did you hear about the site: Emma Sefcik
Date: November 01, 2002
Time: 10:19 PM

Comments

How wonderful to be able to have the privilege to visit here and see those who gave so much to serve for our country.


Name: Stephanie Smith Reese
Where do you live now: Scottsdale, AZ
When did you live in Hartford: 1963-1972
School attended or graduated from: Hartford High School
You are from the class of: 1974
Your favorite feature of this web site: memories
How did you hear about the site: web search
Date: November 03, 2002
Time: 02:51 PM

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Name: Steve Smith
Where do you live now: Phoenix, Arizona
When did you live in Hartford: 1964-1972
School attended or graduated from: Hartford High School
You are from the class of: 1972
Your favorite feature of this web site: photos and class rosters
How did you hear about the site: My sister Stephanie alerted me.
Date: November 03, 2002
Time: 06:31 PM

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One of my favorite memories of my time in Hartford is my visits with Miss Manley who was quite knowledgeable about the history of Hartford. She was a neighbor of ours. I would go to her house and she regaled me with many fascinating stories. In addition she had a most amazing collection of old photos.  Click here to send me an email


Name: chris smith
Where do you live now: deer lodge , tenn
When did you live in Hartford: until 1993
School attended or graduated from:
You are from the class of: 1990
Your favorite feature of this web site: history of football
How did you hear about the site:
Date: November 05, 2002
Time: 08:50 PM

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Name: Laurie Warner Jacobs
Where do you live now: Kalamazoo, Mi.
When did you live in Hartford:
School attended or graduated from:
You are from the class of:
Your favorite feature of this web site: Military
How did you hear about the site: Roy Davis/ Emma Thornburg Sefcik
Date: November 19, 2002
Time: 05:40 PM

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Name: kathy gilbert warren
Where do you live now: paw paw, michigan
When did you live in Hartford: never
School attended or graduated from: paw paw
You are from the class of: 1970
Your favorite feature of this web site: history
How did you hear about the site: wrkr
Date: November 23, 2002
Time: 07:48 AM

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Not from Hartford, had relatives living near spinks corners, buried in Penn Yan. thought i'd look to see what you have! interesting.... thank you

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Name: Rendell John Austin
Where do you live now: Grand Rapids, Michigan
When did you live in Hartford:
School attended or graduated from:
You are from the class of:
Your favorite feature of this web site: The entire is site is a fascinating tour of yesteryear!
How did you hear about the site: AOL Search Engine
Date: November 28, 2002
Time: 12:10 AM

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My father, Edmund John Austin, was a 1924 graduate of Hartford High School. Later, he taught for a year at the Webster Hills School. My grandfather, Amos Orion Austin and spouse Martha Rendell, after their marriage in 1891, owned property on the Berrien/Van Buren County Line Road, between Red Arrow Highway and the Paw Paw River, where all their children were born. In my youth, Hartford was an important place as I learned the route from Kalamazoo to my grandparents home. Cousins Vernon and Erwin "Pete" Austin both currently reside in the township. Maple Hill Cemetery is the resting place for several of our family members. So even though I am not a native of Hartford, I have strong connections to the area. I have photos and documents which I would be glad to scan and share with you to use as you see fit. I appreciate the work that has been done to create a really great Website. 

Sincerely, Rendell John Austin     Click here to send me an email


Name: Dee Loris Brown
Where do you live now: Arizona
When did you live in Hartford: until the 70's
School attended or graduated from: 1952 Hartford High
You are from the class of: 1952
Your favorite feature of this web site: all of it
How did you hear about the site: Helen Dyer
Date: December 03, 2002
Time: 02:37 PM

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I miss my friends and all I have left is my memories of Hartford. It seems so strange to come home and the Park Hotel, my home, is gone. DeLoris


Name: Frank Dockter Jr.
Where do you live now: Kalamazoo, MI
When did you live in Hartford: 1944-1973
School attended or graduated from: HHS
You are from the class of: 1963
Your favorite feature of this web site: Vietnam Vets
How did you hear about the site: searching web
Date: December 26, 2002
Time: 09:39 PM

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Name: Peggy McFarland Bowen
Where do you live now: Hartford
When did you live in Hartford: 1943 to present
School attended or graduated from: Hartford
You are from the class of: 1961
Your favorite feature of this web site: all of it
How did you hear about the site: Emma Sefcik
Date: January 06, 2003
Time: 12:52 PM

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What a great web site! We still live in a home in Hartford that was built in 1910 by Claire and Grace Warren who owned a dry goods store on Main Street. We purchased the home from Mrs. Warren in 1979.


Name: Kristen Downey Dixon
Where do you live now: Hartford
When did you live in Hartford:
School attended or graduated from: Hartford High School
You are from the class of: 1990
Your favorite feature of this web site: military sections
How did you hear about the site: Lois (Brinsfield) Anders
Date: January 09, 2003
Time: 08:17 PM

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Name: Nathan Broadhead
Where do you live now: Yuma, AZ
When did you live in Hartford:
School attended or graduated from:
You are from the class of:
Your favorite feature of this web site:
How did you hear about the site:
Date: January 10, 2003
Time: 11:58 PM

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Name: mary kammeraad safranek
Where do you live now: watervliet
When did you live in Hartford: 1979to2003
School attended or graduated from: watervliet and hartford
You are from the class of: 1993
Your favorite feature of this web site: all
How did you hear about the site:
Date: January 11, 2003
Time: 07:55 AM

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i am looking for any inf. on Dewey A. west d.o.b. 7-7-1898 d.o.d.9-24-1965. he is in keeler cemetery. thankyou mary safranek 9011 hagar shore watervliet mi 49098

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Name: Dean McIntosh
Where do you live now: Ft Myers Beach, Fl
When did you live in Hartford: 1952 - 1963
School attended or graduated from: Hartford High
You are from the class of: 64
Your favorite feature of this web site: aerial picture
How did you hear about the site: my sister
Date: January 24, 2003
Time: 08:58 AM

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Name: Margaret Swift Wadley
Where do you live now: Clarksville, Tennessee
When did you live in Hartford: Birth until 1990
School attended or graduated from: Hartford High School
You are from the class of: 1960
Your favorite feature of this web site: All features
How did you hear about the site: Former school mate
Date: January 25, 2003
Time: 11:14 AM

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Name: Nancy Kiefer Kuehl
Where do you live now: Atlanta, GA
When did you live in Hartford: through 1963
School attended or graduated from: HHS
You are from the class of: 1960
Your favorite feature of this web site: The History and Pictures
How did you hear about the site: Pat Empson
Date: January 27, 2003
Time: 06:56 AM

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I was so surprised to see many pictures added (Hartford queens and businesses) since my first visit. It is fascinating to read about the beginning of Hartford, to see the old pictures of the settlers and read what people had to say about those times. The list of graduating classes is much appreciated also! Thank you again for all your hard work at putting this together and adding to it!
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Name: George Randall
Where do you live now: Granby, MA
When did you live in Hartford: never
School attended or graduated from:
You are from the class of:
Your favorite feature of this web site:
How did you hear about the site: Researching Friday Tractor Company
Date: February 02, 2003
Time: 01:47 PM

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Name: Donald G. Kiefer
Where do you live now: Kaufman, Texas
When did you live in Hartford: 1938-1956
School attended or graduated from: Hartford High School
You are from the class of: 1956
Your favorite feature of this web site: The picture of Hartford in 1951
How did you hear about the site: My Sister, Nancy Kuehl
Date: February 02, 2003
Time: 01:47 PM

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Name: Gail (Guerin) McCarthy
Where do you live now: Asheville, NC
When did you live in Hartford: 1944 to 1969
School attended or graduated from: Hartford High School
You are from the class of: 1959
Your favorite feature of this web site: History and Guest Book
How did you hear about the site: been here before, just checking for updates.
Date: February 08, 2003
Time: 06:11 PM

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Emma, you are doing a terrific job with these pages. I hope the city council appreciates all of your efforts. I know I do and that I speak for a lot of others. Will be checking back frequently. Thank you so much.
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Name: Robert Clark
Where do you live now: Sautee Nacoochee (in Georgia)
When did you live in Hartford: 10 East South Str
School attended or graduated from: HHS
You are from the class of: 1957
Your favorite feature of this web site: All of it
How did you hear about the site: From a friend
Date: February 08, 2003
Time: 11:43 PM

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Name: Pamela Latus
Where do you live now: Portage, MI
When did you live in Hartford: 1968-1986
School attended or graduated from: Hartford High School
You are from the class of: 1986
Your favorite feature of this web site: Famous Folk
How did you hear about the site: a relative
Date: February 20, 2003
Time: 10:19 PM

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Click here to send me an email.   I work for Harford Schools where great memories are being made everyday. Check out our school website at http://www.hartford-schools.org


Name: Nancy Kiefer Kuehl
Where do you live now: Atlanta
When did you live in Hartford: 1942-1963
School attended or graduated from: HHS
You are from the class of: 1960
Your favorite feature of this web site: new pictures, history - all of it.
How did you hear about the site:
Date: February 26, 2003
Time: 07:28 AM

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Would like to see more of my classmates (1960) leave messages and their email address. I know there are quite a few who still live in Hartford (or surrounding area). Would also like to see the 1960 roster updated by those who know - deaths???? married names, etc??? Really appreciate the website - come here often and enjoy the pictures and history. Would like to see pictures of the churches in the area - that were or are still there.


Name: Annette Huffman
Where do you live now: Kalamazoo
When did you live in Hartford: 1964-1990
School attended or graduated from: Hartford High School
You are from the class of: 1983
Your favorite feature of this web site: Historical Events
How did you hear about the site: had an email sent to me
Date: February 26, 2003
Time: 09:17 AM

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Name: Steve Smith
Where do you live now: Phoenix, Arizona
When did you live in Hartford: 1964-1973
School attended or graduated from: Hartford High School
You are from the class of: 1972
Your favorite feature of this web site: It is all great. It brings back good memories
How did you hear about the site: My sister Stephanie
Date: February 26, 2003
Time: 08:54 PM

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I remember the Hartford Fire in the 60's and my visits to Miss Manley, a neighbor, who had a marvelous large collection of photos from Hartford's history. I hope those pictures are preserved somewhere. I spent hours at her house when I was a little kid. Most of all, I remember the wonderful people of the city. I was back there last summer, while visiting my sister, Shari, who lives in Kalamazoo.
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Name: Sharon Danner
Where do you live now:
When did you live in Hartford: never but my ancestors did
School attended or graduated from:
You are from the class of:
Your favorite feature of this web site: it's very nicely done. loved the history
How did you hear about the site:
Date: February 27, 2003
Time: 11:55 AM

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Name: Carri Rhinehart
Where do you live now: Palm Bay, Fla.
When did you live in Hartford: 1961-1981
School attended or graduated from: HHS
You are from the class of:
Your favorite feature of this web site:
How did you hear about the site:
Date: February 28, 2003
Time: 03:15 PM

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Name: Judy Stoddard Moore Downer
Where do you live now: Lawrence, Michigan
When did you live in Hartford: Most all my life
School attended or graduated from: Hartford
You are from the class of: 1962
Your favorite feature of this web site: Military
How did you hear about the site: My Father
Date: March 01, 2003
Time: 10:21 AM

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Name: Donna Knapp Broadhurst
Where do you live now: Wheaton, Illinois
When did you live in Hartford: 1946-1958
School attended or graduated from: Hartford High School
You are from the class of: 1956
Your favorite feature of this web site: Class lists, military (T. Bisbee, classmate), Chief Pokagan
How did you hear about the site: Nancy Huffman Dyer
Date: March 02, 2003
Time: 11:43 PM

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Name: Starlyn Redbird
Where do you live now: Montana
When did you live in Hartford: never
School attended or graduated from:
You are from the class of:
Your favorite feature of this web site: All
How did you hear about the site: surfing
Date: March 08, 2003
Time: 04:08 PM

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I just believe that there are wonderful people running this site...really helpful and they don't mind answering peoples questions and they like to hear from people and for people to let them know how the like or dislike their site ...I will be back to this site to see what's new :)


Name: JANET STEELE MICK
Where do you live now: PORTAGE, MI
When did you live in Hartford: KEELER 1941-1961
School attended or graduated from: KEELER & DOWAGIAC
You are from the class of: 1958
Your favorite feature of this web site: ALL-VERY WELL DONE
How did you hear about the site: WEB SEARCH
Date: March 14, 2003
Time: 12:51 AM

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My parents James & Adah Steele owned Keeler Grocery at one time. I attended Keeler grade school. Seeing the telephone operators and names was interesting as Helen Burger Williams is my husband (Gail Mick) Aunt. This Web Page brought back lots of memories. Click here to send me an email


Name: Heidi Smith
Where do you live now: Chicago, Illinois
When did you live in Hartford: 1967 - 1985
School attended or graduated from: Hartford High School
You are from the class of: 1985
Your favorite feature of this web site:
How did you hear about the site: my sister, Julie Beam (Smith)
Date: March 16, 2003
Time: 07:36 PM

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Name: Wendy Phillips Fillmore
Where do you live now: Grant, Michigan
When did you live in Hartford: 1980-2001
School attended or graduated from: Hartford High School
You are from the class of: 1988
Your favorite feature of this web site: History
How did you hear about the site: Searching the net
Date: March 20, 2003
Time: 09:29 PM

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Name: Jeanette I Colman ( Morton)
Where do you live now: Elkhart, In
When did you live in Hartford: Maple St
School attended or graduated from: Hartford
You are from the class of:
Your favorite feature of this web site:
How did you hear about the site:
Date: March 22, 2003
Time: 05:47 PM

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Great web site.


Name: Steve Walton
Where do you live now: Holiday, FL
When did you live in Hartford: 1947-1963
School attended or graduated from: Sturgis High School, Sturgis, MI
You are from the class of: 1966
Your favorite feature of this web site:
How did you hear about the site: From Emma
Date: March 28, 2003
Time: 03:27 PM

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You are doing a great job Emma. I especially liked the pictures of the daffodils....brought back many memories of my childhood. I practically grew up in those woods. You could see the woods and flowers from my front door as a kid.   Click here to send me an email


Name: Timothy Bail
Where do you live now: Monroe, Michigan
When did you live in Hartford: never
School attended or graduated from: Bird Lake Bible School
You are from the class of: 1982
Your favorite feature of this web site:
How did you hear about the site: from Emma Sefcik
Date: March 28, 2003
Time: 09:59 PM

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Name: Jennifer Klackle-Cantrell
Where do you live now: Ft. Campbell Kentucky
When did you live in Hartford: 1975-1994
School attended or graduated from: Hartford High
You are from the class of: 1988
Your favorite feature of this web site: Thomas Mansion
How did you hear about the site: Emma Sefcik
Date: March 31, 2003
Time: 01:12 PM

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Absolutely wonderful website. Thank you for the time and effort spent working on it. I spent many a summer day with my friends making up "ghost stories" about the Thomas Mansion while daring each other to run inside. It was wonderful to finally learn it's history!
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Name: Lester Eby
Where do you live now: Willow Springs Illinois
When did you live in Hartford: 1943-1947
School attended or graduated from: Hartford-1947- Argo Il. HS-1951
You are from the class of: 1951
Your favorite feature of this web site: Welcome Home
How did you hear about the site: Searching the Web
Date: April 04, 2003
Time: 03:09 PM

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I was born in the city of Chicago and moved to Hartford in 1943 while my dad was in the World War#2. Living in Hartford for 4 years as a young boy from Chicago was something I will never forget. Those 4 years were the best of my young life. I could write a book about all the great times and friends I had in Hartford.  If you want to hear more just let me know.  Thank you. Lester Eby.   
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Name: Dan Dove
Where do you live now: Kalamazoo
When did you live in Hartford: Lawrence 1958-1968
School attended or graduated from: Lawrence
You are from the class of: 1967
Your favorite feature of this web site: The family stories, interesting and funny too.
How did you hear about the site: Google.com Lawrence , Michigan
Date: April 08, 2003
Time: 07:50 PM

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"There is a destiny that makes us brothers, none goes his way alone; all that we send into the lives of others, comes back into our own."   Danny Boy :) (my main web page is http://www.dovtek.net/dan/, take a look)
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Name: Norman A. Plattenberg
Where do you live now: Sugar Land, Texas
When did you live in Hartford: 1962-64
School attended or graduated from:  6th.grade teacher and Jr. High Coach during 1962-64
You are from the class of:
Your favorite feature of this web site:
How did you hear about the site: Internet
Date: April 08, 2003
Time: 11:11 PM

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I started teaching in Hartford in 1962 and retired after teaching 40 years in Sugar Land, Texas in 2002.
I still have many fond memories of Hartford.  
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Name: jose francisco
Where do you live now: hartford
When did you live in Hartford:
School attended or graduated from: hartford high school
You are from the class of: 1999
Your favorite feature of this web site:
How did you hear about the site: by looking at the year books and talking with friends
Date: April 12, 2003
Time: 01:20 AM

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I remember all of my buddies. I always liked to hang with the crowd.


Name: Don Bedwell
Where do you live now: Dearborn Heights
When did you live in Hartford:
School attended or graduated from:
You are from the class of:
Your favorite feature of this web site:
How did you hear about the site:
Date: April 22, 2003
Time: 01:16 PM

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Name: Raymond "Pete" Daisy
Where do you live now: Lone Mountain, Tenn
When did you live in Hartford: While in school on Carmody Road
School attended or graduated from: Hartford High
You are from the class of: 1960
Your favorite feature of this web site: I can check up on "old" friends
How did you hear about the site: My sister Lauretta Jean
Date: April 23, 2003
Time: 08:50 PM

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Many very good memories and a chance to say "Hello" to all esp. RW and Jeanie and Linda from the class of 1963 also I hope to see all of you guys and ladies in June. Think of you often Pete Daisy


Name: Marie Valenzuela
Where do you live now: Westminster Colorado
When did you live in Hartford:
School attended or graduated from:
You are from the class of:
Your favorite feature of this web site:
How did you hear about the site: Google.com
Date: April 23, 2003
Time: 10:13 PM

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I am looking for anyone who might remember my grandfather, Francis "Tim" Kelso, who lived in Hartford in the 40's and 50's, or my mother, Neva (Tretheway) Valenzuela of Lawrence, who wrote for the Hartford paper in the early to mid 60's.  Click here to send me an email


Name: Pamela (Shafer) Shimer
Where do you live now: Portland, Michigan
When did you live in Hartford: Ages 9 to 18
School attended or graduated from: Hartford High School
You are from the class of: 1982
Your favorite feature of this web site: I don't know - just got here
How did you hear about the site: Stumbled on it while searching using Google
Date: April 24, 2003
Time: 10:35 AM

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Name: Helen Dyer Hauck
Where do you live now: Ypsilanti, MI
When did you live in Hartford: 1934-1952
School attended or graduated from: Hartford High School
You are from the class of: 1952
Your favorite feature of this web site: Historic Events, Military
How did you hear about the site: Relatives
Date: April 28, 2003
Time: 10:24 PM

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It's very nice as new format. Lots of memories. I still have relatives in Hartford. I used to go fishing with my father, Bert Dyer, at the river. In those days, we didn't lock our doors. Today raising your children in a small town is the best thing to do. It's so much more friendlier, homey, nice neighbors and friends. You know everyone and they know you. We graduated with a class of 27 students. We paid for our own senior trip with monies made through our 4 years. We are still together (some are deceased) but we remain loyal to each other. We were loyal classmates then, also. One time in a class one of our classmates got into trouble with our teacher, she slapped him, and the entire class stood up and walked out and went to study hall. We had no warning and we just did it automatically. Very strong, fond memories in Hartford.

5-1-2003 Additional comments:

I have read this site and it is amazing. The people who designed it and worked with the contents should be commended for their hard work. It's like going back to my childhood. I have some additions for the military section. My great grandfather, Thomas Newcomb Dyer, is listed in the Civil War section along with his picture. Besides the names listed, these are the remaining great grandchildren:

Dorothy Dyer Martelle Helen Dyer Hauck

Jack Dyer (deceased)
Marge Dyer MacKenzie
Lila Dyer Michael
Jim Dyer
Susan Dyer Spencer
Mike Dyer
 
My growing up years in Hartford were great. More and more people are yearning for places like Hartford to raise their families. Smaller towns are friendlier, people know you, they like you, watch over you and are loyal to their city. We didn't lock our doors back then.
 
At the end of the depression when it was hard for people to get on their feet, they began wandering the country looking for work. They became beggars and sometimes came to our door. My grandmother (Edith Dyer) gave them food to help them on their way. She wasn't afraid of anyone who came to our door. It's a sad society when people are so afraid but today they have no choice.

During World War II, military people were sometimes stranded in Hartford or were passing through and had no place to stay. My grandmother opened our house for such persons to have a place to stay for the night and they would be on their way in the morning. We were not afraid during the night.

When they had the German prisoners of war quartered in the fair grounds, they exercised them and sometimes came down our sidewalk. It was so interesting to us children to think they were our enemies. They were smiled and gestured a hello. Our cat would sometimes go out to greet them. They always laughed and pet the cat.

Just one little memory I wanted to share. It was a pleasure reading this site. 

WEBMASTER NOTE:  Helen passed away 12-22-2004. 

Name: Sherry Plangger maiden name - Zordan
Where do you live now: Bangor MI
When did you live in Hartford: Always in Bangor
School attended or graduated from: Bangor Public High
You are from the class of: 1989
Your favorite feature of this web site: Haven't finished looking yet
How did you hear about the site: Email from my Mom
Date: April 28, 2003
Time: 11:06 PM

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Name: Thomas A. Mix
Where do you live now: Smithton Illinois
When did you live in Hartford: Lived on Mary St.
School attended or graduated from:
You are from the class of:
Your favorite feature of this web site: background
How did you hear about the site: myself

Date: April 30, 2003
Time: 01:35 PM

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Name: Marjorie (Dyer) MacKenzie
Where do you live now: Glendale Arizona
When did you live in Hartford: Haver St. & in the country
School attended or graduated from:
You are from the class of: 1955
Your favorite feature of this web site:
How did you hear about the site:
Date: May 01, 2003
Time: 02:01 AM

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Name: Sarah (Harmon/Lambert) Briley
Where do you live now: Watervliet
When did you live in Hartford: off and on from birth, longest period 1993-2000
School attended or graduated from: Hartford High School
You are from the class of: 1999
Your favorite feature of this web site: historic events
How did you hear about the site: aol search
Date: May 01, 2003
Time: 08:07 PM

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Name: Jerry R. Weston
Where do you live now: Crestline, OH
When did you live in Hartford: 1944-1949
School attended or graduated from:
You are from the class of:
Your favorite feature of this web site:
How did you hear about the site: From my mother Helen Weston
Date: May 04, 2003
Time: 10:52 PM

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Name: John E. Laman
Where do you live now: Paw Paw Twp
When did you live in Hartford: 19 W South ST
School attended or graduated from: