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     Rodney Bill Hotchkin is the son of Rodney Gene Hotchkin and Diana Lynn Ballentine.

     Rodney Gene Hotchkin is the son of Neil Austin Hotchkin and Judy Lester. He married Diana Lynn Ballentine. Rodney Gene Hotchkin married Jan Blackman Patterson on 26 June 1994 at Las Vegas, Clark County, NV, USA.¹

     Roger Douglas Hotchkin was born on 5 June 1922 at Grinnell, Poweshiek County, IA, USA.¹ He was the son of Vincent Depaul Hotchkin and Edna Brooke. He married La Vaughn Bertha Beltz at Kansas City, Jackson County, MO, USA, on 11 January 1944.² Roger Douglas Hotchkin and La Vaughn Bertha Beltz were divorced after 1953. Roger Douglas Hotchkin died on 13 July 1996 at Blue Springs, Jackson County, MO, USA, at age 74. Obituary from Grinnell Herald
July 18, 1996
Living people have been omitted

ROGER HOTCHKIN
Roger D. Hotchkin, 74, of Blue Springs,
MO., a native of Grinnell, died Saturday
July 13 at MCI Hospital in Blue Springs.
Funeral services were conducted Tuesday
at Messiah Lutheran Church, Independence,
MO. A graveside service is set for 1 p.m.
Friday at Hazelwood Cemetery in Grinnell.
He was born June 5, 1922, in Grinnell. He
served with the U.S. Air Force during
World War II. Mr. Hotchkin was a network
supervisor for Southwestern Bell Telephone
for 40 years, retiring in 1986.
He was a member of the Messiah Lutheran
Church, the American Legion, the Goldwing
Tour Association, the Carnival Ballroom
Dance Club and the K.C. Swing Dance Club.
Memorial contributions in Mr. Hotchkin's
name may be made to the American Cancer Society..³ He was buried at Hazelwood Cemetery, at Grinnell, Poweshiek County, IA, USA. ROGER HOTCHKIN
Roger D. Hotchkin, 74, of Blue Springs,
MO., a native of Grinnell, died Saturday
July 13 at MCI Hospital in Blue Springs.
Funeral services were conducted Tuesday
at Messiah Lutheran Church, Independence,
MO. A graveside service is set for 1 p.m.
Friday at Hazelwood Cemetery in Grinnell.
He was born June 5, 1922, in Grinnell. He
served with the U.S. Air Force during
World War II. Mr. Hotchkin was a network
supervisor for Southwestern Bell Telephone
for 40 years, retiring in 1986.
He was a member of the Messiah Lutheran
Church, the American Legion, the Goldwing
Tour Association, the Carnival Ballroom
Dance Club and the K.C. Swing Dance Club.
Memorial contributions in Mr. Hotchkin's
name may be made to the American Cancer
Society..

     His obituary in the Kansas City Star, July 15, 1996, says that he passed away Saturday, July 13, at the Medical Center of Independance. Funeral services will be at 10 am Tuesday, July 16, at Messiah Lutheran Church; internment will be Hazelwood Cemetery, Grinnell. Mr Hotchkin was born June 5, 1922, in Grinnell and was Network Supervisor for Southwest Bell Telephone Co.

     Rolland Lee (Rolly) Hotchkin is the son of Clifford Wayne Hotchkin and Ruth Joann Johnson. He married Peggy Sue Dockter at Chamberlain, Brule County, SD, USA, on 12 May 1984.¹

     Ronald Hotchkin is the son of Warren Kenneth Jackson and Marilyn Jane Anderson. He married Laurel Unknown.

     Ronald Frank Hotchkin was born on 19 December 1948 at Trenton, Mercer County, NJ, USA.^1,2 He was the son of Leonard Harvey Hotchkin and Anne Gail Thomas. He married Carol Frankie Hotchkin at Broward County, FL, USA, on 25 January 1973.³ He resided at Cumberland Furnace, Dickson County, TN, USA, in 1993.¹ Ronald Frank Hotchkin died on 8 August 1999 at Nashville VA Medical Center, Cumberland Furnace, Dickson County, TN, USA, at age 50.⁴ He was buried at Cumberland Furnace Cemetery, at Cumberland Furnace, Dickson County, TN, USA.

     His obituary was published in The Tennessean on August 10 1999 giving details of children.

     Rose Hannah Hotchkin was born on 31 October 1863 at IL, USA. 1900 census, born Oct 1863 in IL. She was the daughter of John Hotchkin and Rose Ann Gaughan. She married James Phillip McLaughlin at Jefferson, Warren County, IA, USA, in 1885. Rose Hannah Hotchkin died on 22 January 1925 at IL at age 61. She was buried at Glendale Cemetery, at Des Moines, Polk County, IA, USA.

     Roselle George Hotchkin was born on 23 July 1859 at Albion, Orleans County, NY, USA.¹ He was the son of George W. Hotchkin and Elizabeth Warner. Roselle George Hotchkin appeared on the census of 1880 at Albion, Orleans County, NY. The census lists the family as: This census lists George W. as head of the household, age 63, a Truss Maker; wife Elizabeth W., age 58; son Roselle G., age 20 a Truss Maker; and two hired laborers who are Truss Makers.. He married Lena Augusta Weller at Holley, Orleans County, NY, USA, on 26 May 1887.^2,3 Roselle George Hotchkin and Lena Augusta Weller were divorced in June 1892 at Rochester, Monroe County, NY, USA.⁴ Roselle George Hotchkin died on 17 June 1910 at Niagara Falls, Niagara County, NY, USA, at age 50. He committed sucide by jumping into the Niagra River and going over the American Falls..^5,6,7

     George was deeded his fathers property in Albion at the time of his mothers death, under the conditions that his father could occupy it and have all its benefits until his death. This property was located at 58 East State St., which is no longer standing and seems to be adjacent to the courthouse. This deed described George as a Commercial Traveler and his father’s obituary called him a perfume salesman. It also said that George was unmarried, which likely means that he wasn't married at that time as he was married on 26 May, 1887 at Holley, Orleans Co., NY under the name of Roselle G. Hotchkin. His wife's name appears in divorce documents as Lena A.
     He is listed in the Rochester City Directory starting in 1889-90 as R. G. Hotchkin, a salesman, with offices at 125 W. Main St. and a house at 173 Pearl; at the 1896 directory, he is Roselle G., a salesman with offices at 202 Court and boarding at 104 Chestnut; in 1901 his residence changes to the New Osburn House; in 1902 he moved to the Eggleston Hotel where he lived until 1909 when he is called a Manager with offices at 278 Main St and boards at 230 Chestnut; in 1910 his offices are at the 603 Livingston Bldg and still boarding at 230 Chestnut. His death is announced in the 1911-12 directory.
     An article in the Post Express, Rochester, NY, and dated 1 November 1898 says that R. G. Hotchkin, a Commercial Traveler, attempted suicide at the Butchel Hotel in Akron, OH. He had cut the artery of his left wrist and was found some time later, nearly dead. The article said that he was recovering well. He continues to appear in the Rochester City Directory as Roselle G. until the 1911-12 edition when it is noted that he has died.⁸

     Rovena was born at NY, USA, in May 1862. Date given in the 1900 census but is very unclear. Birth date varies widely in verious Censuses.. She was the daughter of Daniel Hotchkin and Susan Loker. Rovena (Lavina) Hotchkin appeared on the census of 1930 at Grant Park, Kankakee County, IL, USA. The census lists the family as: Rovena Hotchkin, owns home, $2500, age 74 (1855), single, born NY, parents born NY, living by herself, no occupation. Addresses are not given on this census..

     She remained unmarried. She is called Lavina in the 1860 census with her father and Rovina in the 1900 and 1920 censuses. Her Will was filed in Kankakee County, IL, Will # 3835, BK 9, Pg 335, 1859 - 1887.

     Roy James Hotchkin is the son of Walter James Hotchkin Jr. and Vonna Mae Baylis. Roy James Hotchkin married Ramona J. Unknown at MD, USA.

     Roy Peter Hotchkin was born on 1 November 1921 at Chicago, Cook County, IL, USA.¹ He was the son of John Francis (Jack) Hotchkin and Marie A. Schmidt. He married Eileen (Ly.) D. Hart at Cook County, IL, USA, on 7 May 1945. Roy Peter Hotchkin was a Navy Pilot circa 1952. He married Marilyn Jane Anderson at IL, USA, after 1956. Roy died on 12 April 1990 at Chicago, Cook County, IL, at age 68. The Chicago Tribune Obituary Index 1988-1997 gives his death date as 13 Apr 1990..^2,3 He was buried at Oakridge-Glen Oak Cemetery, at Hillside, Cook County, IL, USA.

     His brother Ray says that Marilyn was Roy's second wife. He didn't say who was the mother of the children. The family lived in Clarendon Hills, IL.

     Rozella was born at MI, USA, in 1839. She was the daughter of Abram Eli Hotchkin Sr. and Electa Smith. She married Joel H. Culver at Belvidere, Boone County, IL, USA, on 31 October 1858. Her marriage to Culver is given in Hotchkin Family Reunion Notes, no first name given. Marriage Certificate found in Boone Co. of marriage of Joel H. Culver to Rosa A.. Hotchkin, 31 Oct, 1858. The Illinois Marriage Index 1763-1900 calls him Joel H.Culver..^1,2 Rozella (Rosa) A. Hotchkin died in 1863. This death date comes from Landmarks of Niagara County, New York and is not at all certain as a number of their facts are inaccurate..³

     We know that Rozella was with the family in Boone Co., IL because the Compiler has a copy of her marriage license to Joe Culver. This license refers to her as Rosa J. Hotchkin.

     Russell Harry (Harvey) Hotchkin is the son of Harry Gold Hotchkin and Vivian May Keator. He married Charlotte Day at NJ, USA, on 15 March 1956.² Russell Harry (Harvey) Hotchkin and Charlotte Day were divorced circa 1973 at NJ. He married Jill Stinson at NJ circa 1975.

     Russell Harvey Hotchkin Jr. was born on 6 October 1965 at Monmouth County, NJ, USA. He was the son of Russell Harry (Harvey) Hotchkin and Charlotte Day. Russell Harvey Hotchkin Jr. died on 15 September 1966 at Monmouth County, NJ. He was buried at Maplewood Cemetery, at Freehold, Monmouth County, NJ, USA.

     Ruth A. Hotchkin was born on 5 April 1883 at St Louis County, MO, USA.¹ She was the daughter of Charles G. Hotchkin and Ellen (Ella) Gross. Ruth A. Hotchkin married Harry Woodward Summers on 4 September 1901 at Clayton, St Louis County, MO, USA. Ruth A. Hotchkin died on 14 April 1948 at Hazel Park, Oakland County, MI, USA, at age 65.¹

     Ruth Adeline Hotchkin was born on 27 January 1895 at Liberty, Sullivan County, NY, USA. The 1900 census gives her birth as Jan 1894.¹ She was the daughter of Horace Nathan Hotchkin and Mary (May) Ishultz. She married Robert Jesse Tremper at Jeffersonville, Sullivan County, NY, USA, on 6 July 1916.² Ruth Adeline Hotchkin and Robert Jesse Tremper were divorced in 1950 at Hardee County, FL, USA.³ Ruth Adeline Hotchkin died on 20 July 1957 at Utica, Oneida County, NY, USA, at age 62.¹ She was buried at Crown Hill Memorial Park, at Clinton, Oneida County, NY, USA.

     Ruth A. was married to Robert J. Tremper in Jeffersonville, NY on 6 July 1916. According to Sullivam County Marriage Records, they were married by Rev. William Meyers and witnessed by Wilbur and Grutude Robertson. The 1900 census found Ruth with her parents in Liberty, Sullivan Co., NY.

     Ruth Amamda Hotchkin was born on 4 June 1828 at Richmond, Berkshire County, MA, USA.¹ She was the daughter of Frederic Hotchkin and Nancy Mary Mattoon. She married Joseph Barney at Lee, Berkshire County, MA, USA, on 16 September 1852. MA Marriages.² Ruth Amamda Hotchkin appeared on the census of 1860 at Lee, Berkshire County, MA. The census lists the family as: Ruth A. Barney, 33, housekkeper, born MA; Ann E, Barney, 7, born MA; George H.Barney, 4, born MA living with Frederick Hotchkin (Hotchkiss) and wife Nancy family.. She died in 1870 at MA, USA. Neither she or Joseph were with the children at the 1870 census.. She was buried at Church on the Hill Cemetery, at Lenox, Berkshire County, MA, USA.

     Ruth Clarice Hotchkin was born on 22 November 1905 at Grand Ledge, Eaton County, MI, USA.¹ She was the daughter of Franklin Evi Hotchkin and Mary Winona (Minnie) Hendrick. She married Walter Eugene Dougherty at Lansing, Ingham County, MI, USA, on 22 November 1925.^1,2 Ruth Clarice Hotchkin died on 17 June 1930 at Lansing, Ingham County, MI, at age 24. She was buried at Oakwood Cemetery, at Grand Ledge, Eaton County, MI, USA.

     Ruth was born at Vallejo, Solano County, CA, USA, on 4 January 1910. Ruth was age 3/12 and born in CA at the 1910 census..^2,3 She was the daughter of Alexander Semple Hotchkin and Jennie F. Russell. She married Claude Ellis Masters at CA, USA, on 21 December 1928.² She resided at Grants Pass, Josephine County, OR, USA, in 1993. Ruth Eleanor Hotchkin died on 4 June 1996 at Grants Pass, Josephine County, OR, at age 86.³ She was buried at Grants Pass Masonic Pioneer Cemetery, at Grants Pass, Josephine County, OR, USA.

     Ruth Elizabeth Hotchkin is the daughter of Donald Curtis Hotchkin and Bertha Marie Evens. She married Donald Howard Clapper at Binghamton, Broome County, NY, USA, on 28 December 1948.^1,2

     Ruth Elizabeth Hotchkin was born in 1906 at CT, USA. She was the daughter of Gilbert Eugene Hotchkin and Dora Lavina Stillson. Ruth Elizabeth Hotchkin died in 1933 at Fairfield County, CT, USA. Date according to cemetery records.. She was buried at Long Hill Cemetery, at Trumbull, Fairfield County, CT, USA.

     Ruth M. Hotchkin was born on 10 October 1822 at CT, USA. She was the daughter of Harvey Hodgkin and Almira Hunt. She married Hiram H. Taintor at CT on 15 June 1845.^2,3 Ruth M. Hotchkin died on 31 August 1849 at New Haven County, CT, USA, at age 26. Died of ulcers according to the 1850 Mortality Tables.. She was buried at Grove Street Cemetery, at New Haven, New Haven County, CT, USA.

     Ruth S. Hotchkin was born on 15 May 1845 at Lebanon, Madison County, NY, USA. Internet Cemetery records give the birth year as 1815, which is almost impossible.² She was the daughter of Heman Hotchkin and Mary Hitchcock. Ruth S. Hotchkin was a seamstress in 1882 according to death records. She died on 20 December 1882 at Manistee County, MI, USA, at age 37. Died of inflamation of the brain..³ She was buried at Cleon Twp Cemetery, at Copemish, Manistee County, MI, USA.

     She remained unmarried. Ruth is buried in the Cleon Twp Cemetery, Manistee Co., MI along with her father, brother Jay and sister Marcia.

     Ryan Patrick Hotchkin is the son of Harold Donald Hotchkin III and Patricia Donovan.

     Sabrina Hotchkin is the daughter of Wayne Hotchkin and Patricia A. Cortina.

     Sally Hotchkin was born on 13 November 1796 at Madison, New Haven County, CT, USA. She was the daughter of Noah Hodgkin III and Merab Smith Turner. She married Orrin Dates Jones at Caledonia, Livingston County, NY, USA, circa 1830. Sally Hotchkin appeared on the census of 1850 at Athens, Crawford County, PA, USA. The census lists the family as: Sally Jones, age 54, farmer, b CT; son Augustus H., age 18, b CT; son George O., age 15, b CT; dau Catherine L or J or S., age 8, b PA. pg 222, Line 15. She resided at Athens, Crawford County, PA, in 1850. She died before 1860 at Athens, Crawford County, PA. Not with her boys at the 1860 census..

     Both Talcott and NEHGH describe Sally, and Talcott gives her marriage to Orin Jones. The 1850 census of Athens, PA gives a birth date of 1796 and church records show that she was baptized at the North Madison Congregational Church on 13 November 1796. At the 1850 census of Athens, PA she is listed as a farmer with her children Augustus, George and Catherine living with her. There is no husband or father in the family at this date. According to this census Augustus and George were born in Connecticut and Catherine in Pennsylvania. The Connecticut births are likely wrong as Caledonia, NY church records show her husband Orrin. Using the birth dates, her move to Pennsylvania would have been between 1835 and 1842.
     Both Sally Jones and Orin D. Jones are listed as members in records of the Belcoda Baptist Church where her parents were also members.

     Samantha Kate Hotchkin is the daughter of Mark James Hotchkin and Rita Kruger.

     Samantha Sue Hotchkin is the daughter of Neil Austin Hotchkin and Joyce Marie Deere.

     Samuel Hotchkin was born on 8 May 1806 at CT, USA. Most of the censuses say that he was born in NY, but the 1850 says CT, and this is most likely. Cemetery records say that gravestone says died at 59 yr, 1 mo and 26 days which would calculate to 8 May 1806. He was the son of Hubbard Hotchkin and Alethea Little. He married Susan Unknown at NY, USA, circa 1825. Samuel Hotchkin appeared on the census of 1830 at Manlius, Onondaga County, NY, USA. The census lists the family as: Samuel Hodgkins, 1 male 20-30, 1 female under 5, 1 female 15-20.. He resided at Sylvania Twp, Lucas County, OH, USA, in 1850. Samuel died on 4 July 1865 at Amboy Twp, Fulton County, OH, USA, at age 59. He was buried at Amboy Cemetery, at Amboy Twp, Fulton County, OH, USA.

     At the 1850 Census, the family is living in Lucas Co., Sylvania Township, Ohio, at Dwelling 1591, Family #1617 and Samuel and his son's occupation is listed as Cooper. Stanley Harris furnished the connection to Hubbard from his grandmother's notes. She says that daughter Melissa married Mr. Phillips of Toledo, Oh and that they had sons George and Frank and daughter Cora.

     Samuel B. Hotchkin was born in 1826 at NY, USA. He was the son of Samuel Hotchkin and Susan Unknown.