McDermott, Martin

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• Biography: 1911; History of Outagamie County, Wisconsin Page 0726

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Biography:
MARTIN McDERMOTT. Among the prominent farmers and representative citizens of Hortonia township, Outagamie county, may be mentioned Martin McDermott, the owner of a fine farming property, which was originally the home of his father, John McDermott. John McDermott, who was born in Ireland, came to the United States at the age of seventeen years, and from 1847 until 1865 lived in New York City. He was married in that city to Katherine Saul, also a native of Ireland, who was left an orphan and came to the United States when ten years old. In 1862 John McDermott enlisted for service in the Civil War, becoming a member of the Fourth New York Heavy Artillery, with which he served until the close of hostilities, when he received an honorable discharge. He was seriously wounded at the battle of Gettysburg, and he never really fully recovered from the effects thereof. At the close of the war he came to Wisconsin, whence his wife and three children, George, Thomas and Michael (seven children having died in New York) had preceded him the spring previous, and when he located here he purchased the property that is now owned by Martin McDermott. This land was then covered with heavy timber, but after John McDermott had erected a little log shanty, he and his sons started to clear the property for cultivation. For eight years the family lived in the first little home, and Mr. McDermott then built a larger house, in which he died in 1901, aged seventy-two years, his wife following him to the grave in 1907. Martin McDermott's educational advantages were somewhat limited, as his help was needed on the farm during the summer months, and in the winters he worked in the logging camps, but he managed withal to gain a fairly good education, which has been supplemented by reading and close observation in after years. In 1882 he was married to Mary Cavanaugh, a native of Ohio, daughter of Michael and Bridget (McNicholas) Cavanaugh, who came from Ireland and settled in Ohio, from whence they came in 1858 to Wisconsin, settling in Hortonia township. Here Michael Cavanaugh took up land, and at the time of his death, June 3, 1911, he was one of the prominent citizens of his section. His wife died June 18, 1887, having been the mother of eight children. After his marriage Mr. McDermott came to live on his present property, where, by hard work and good management, he has added considerably to his acreage. Mr. McDermott's home is large and commodious, and the barns are modern and ample, all of these having been built by him, and the fine, prosperous appearance of the property testifies to its good management. Mr. and Mrs. McDermott have had six children: John Edward and two infants, deceased; Mary Ethel, born June 16, 1885, the wife of William Furman, of Winchester; Nellie Alicia, born August 9, 1889; and Martin Elias, born May 17, 1897. The family is connected with the Catholic Church at New London.
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Martin married Cavanaugh, Mary 6 Sep 1882, New London, Outagamie, Wisconsin, USA. Mary (daughter of Cavanaugh, Michael and McNicholas, Bridget) was born 29 Sep 1856, Barnesville, Belmont, Ohio, USA; died 3 Feb 1944, New London, Outagamie, Wisconsin, USA; was buried , Most Precious Blood Cemetery, New London, Wisconsin, USA. [Group Sheet]

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• Obituary: 30 Oct 1970; Appleton Post Crescent

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Obituary:
Ethel McDermott 6/16/1885 10/30/1970 Post Crescent 10/30/1970 B 9

Mary married Furman, William Aft 1903. William was born 28 Oct 1879, , , New York, USA; died 19 Sep 1957. [Group Sheet]

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• Birth - Church Record: 17 May 1897
• 1920 Census: 1920, Hortonia, Outagamie, Wisconsin, USA
• 1930 Census: 1930, Minneapolis, Hennepin, Minnesota, USA
• Death Record - Civil: 19 Sep 1981

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Family History Researcher:
see source
Title: A Bit Of Green In Lebanon (Waupaca County, Wisconsin) - THE HURLEY FAMILY With Related and Allied Lines, Pages: 1444
Abbrev: THE HURLEY FAMILY With Related and Allied Lines
Author: Compiler: Mickie Parr
Publication: Mickie Parr, S 402 Crow Ct., LaValle, WI 53941-9230, Copyright 1991, revised 2001
Page: p. 689

Birth - Church Record:
Name:McDermott
Birth Date:17 May 1897
Birth Place:Hortonia, Outagamie, Wisconsin
Gender:Male
Race:White
Father's Name:Martin McDermott
FHL Film Number:1305139

1920 Census:
Martin Mcdermott65 [55]
Mary Mcdermott63
Nellie Mcdermott30
Martin Mcdermott22

1930 Census:
Martin Mcdermot31
Frances Mcdermot22
Martin D Mcdermot0 [2/12]
Nellie Phillips45
Martin T S Knopik22
Lenora Tallakson32

Death Record - Civil:
Name:Martin Elias Mcdermott
Death Date:19 Sep 1981
Location:Waupaca (May be abbreviated)
Certificate:021051

Martin married O'Connell, Alice G. Aft 1920. Alice (daughter of O'Connell, David and Deacy, Bridgit) was born 12 Oct 1897, , , Wisconsin, USA; died 21 May 1981. [Group Sheet]

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• Obituary: 10 Sep 2017; APC

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Obituary:
Janice Furman Kunz, Kaukauna, age 93 died on September 8, 2017 at St Paul Elder Services with her family at her side.
Janice (jan) was born on October 15, 1923 on the family farm in Larsen, WI to William P and Ethel (McDermott) Furman. After graduating from Oshkosh High School, Jan attended and graduated from Oshkosh State Teacher's College (now the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh) in 1945.
She taught high school in Antigo, WI from 1945 to 1949. Jan married Oscar E Kunz on December 27, 1947 at St. Mary Catholic Church in Winneconne, WI.
In 1955 Oscar and Jan moved to Kaukauna to work and raise their family. Jan worked in the Kaukauna Area School District from 1961-1986; teaching at both the High School & Electa Quinney Junior High. She spent several years substitute teaching after her retirement.
Jan was an active member in the community, serving the community in countless ways. She was an active member of St. Mary Catholic Church and served on the church's Altar Society. Jan has been an active member of Kaukauna Community Health Associates (KCHA) for over 40 years, when the Kaukauna Community Hospital closed in 1966 she was actively involved in restructuring the hospital volunteer organization into the present KCHA with a focus on health. Jan started the 5th grade babysitting clinic, she chaired the Love Light Project for more than 15 years, she chaired the KCHA's involvement in the Younkers Community Service Days, bringing in approximately $1000.00 each year. Jan served as Vice President, President and Health Education Chair for KCHA and served for four years as the Chair for the Lake Winnebago District.
In the early 1960's she and her late husband Oscar introduced the U.S. Constitution Contest to the Kaukauna Elks Lodge. Jan volunteered to get the contest organized and going, for many years Jan would drive the local winner to the exam site for the state contest.
Jan was involved with the Lady's Elks and was a Brownie/Girl Scout Leader for 7 years.
During her years of teaching with the Kaukauna School System she often volunteered to assist at school events. She spearheaded the Post Prom Party that was held at the Kaukauna Elks Club, the Junior High Dances at Quinney School, served as a volunteer for the 6th grade science fairs. She also assisted in the development of STEP (Senior Tax Exchange Program). Jan even opened her doors at home, tutoring many Hmong students, helping them to understand the English language.
After retirement, Jan took her community service to another level; she sang with the St Mary's (St Katherine Drexel) Funeral Choir, visited the elderly and served as a song leader at the St Paul Home. She was an active participant in the Meals on Wheels program from 1986-2009. She was a Charter Member of the 1000 Island Environmental Center and upon her retirement donated all of her science materials to the center.
In 2010 Jan was recognized by the Kaukauna Service Organization for her many years of volunteerism and was awarded with the Lifetime Achievement Award. She was humbled and honored.
Jan loved life, and lived it to it's fullest, she enjoyed spending time with her family, golfing, boating, fishing and spending time at the "Northwoods" cabin with family and friends…the more the merrier.
Jan is survived by her six children, Mary Mathis; Jean (Ron) Brinkman; Jane (Mark) Kavanaugh; Sue Kunz; Patricia (David) Beyer; and John (Angela) Kunz; thirteen grandchildren, Heather, Jacqueline & Jed Mathis; Dean (Heather) Brinkman, Shannon Brinkman Peter & Tanya (Jason) Walter; Katie (Cam) Coffey & Tracy Kavanaugh-Moes; Desiree and Logan Beyer; Dillon (Jessica) Kunz, Aurora and Greyson Murphy. Nineteen great-grandchildren; and six nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband Oscar; three siblings Phyllis (Furman) Brown, Lyle Furman and Ethelyn (Furman) Theisen; three son-in-laws Bill Mathis, Daniel Johns and Jim Wieczorek.
In lieu of flowers, memorials will be established in her name for health, education and environment, areas which she was passionate about. Kaukauna Community Health Associates (KCHA); Kaukauna Area School District; Kaukauna Elks Lodge 962; 1000 Island Environmental Center; St Paul Elder Services
To honor mom's love for life and color we ask that when you join us at her memorial to dress with COLOR!
The family would like to thank all that touched her life, especially the staff at St. Paul Elder Services: Club Gabrielle, Poppy Path, and the Hospice Team for the care and compassion they gave Jan during her time of need.
Memorial services will be at 11:00 am, Saturday September 30, 2017 at St. Katharine Drexel Parish @ St. Mary Church, 119 W. Seventh Street, with Fr. Willard Van De Loo officiating and Deacon Steve Van De Hey assisting. Friends may call directly at the church from 9:00 am until the time of services. Boettcher Family Funeral Home, Kaukauna, is assisting the family. (920)766-099. www.boettcherfamilyfuneral.com
Published in Appleton Post-Crescent on Sept. 10, 2017

Janice married Kunz, Oscar E. 27 Dec 1947, St. Mary Catholic Church, Winneconne, Wisconsin, USA. Oscar (son of Kunz, John and Grabowsky, Helen) was born 18 Sep 1922, Antigo, Langlade, Wisconsin, USA; died 17 May 2007, Madison, Dane, Wisconsin, USA. [Group Sheet]

Jane married Kavanaugh, Mark (son of Kavanaugh, Nicholas J. and Vanevenhoven, Marian) [Group Sheet]

Patricia married Johns, Daniel [Group Sheet]

Katie married Coffey, Cam Christopher (son of Coffey, Daniel James and Ranquette, Suzanne) [Group Sheet]

Tracy married Moes, Jesse [Group Sheet]