| Name |
Cox, Mary |
| Birth |
17 May 1877 |
Holland, Brown, Wisconsin, USA  |
| Gender |
Female |
 1900 Census |
1900 |
Freeport, Stephenson, Illinois, USA |
| ED112 page 06A |
- On Clark Ave. Fi lm #1240347; Listed living with parents age 23, occupation School Teacher
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| 1920 Census |
1920 |
Freeport, Stephenson, Illinois, USA |
- at 275 Walnut St.Listed living with husband and 6 children, age 42 born in Neb. father bo rn Mass. mother born Wis.
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| 1940 Census |
1940 |
Freeport, Stephenson, Illinois, USA |
- Robert J Burns68
Mary Burns62
Edward M Burns26
Mary Patricia Cox15
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| Occupation |
Bef 27 Mar 1960 |
| Teacher |
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| Death |
27 Mar 1960 |
Freeport, Stephenson, Illinois, USA |
| Obituary |
28 Mar 1960 |
| Freeport Journal Standard |
- See Image Mary (Mrs. Robert J.) Burns, widow of Dr. Robert J. Burns and a reside nt of Freeport since 1896, died in St. Joseph's Home for the aged, East Je fferson St., Sunday morning after an extended illness. The former Ma ry C. Cox, was born May 17, 1877 Hollandtown, Wis. d/o Patrick and Mary C ox and came here with her parents in 1896. Her marriage to Dr. Robert J. B urns, local physican and surgeon took place June 25, 1902. She was a memb er of St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic church, a charter member of the catho ic womens Study Class, a member of the third world order of St. Francis a nd the Women's Order of Forresters.Survived by three daughters Mrs. Mary Coomber, Freeport. Mrs. Lon Clar k, New Canaan, Conn. and Sister M. Robertine, South St. Paul, Minnesota; t wo sons, Dr. Edward M. Burns, Madison, Wisc., John J., Merced, Calif., sev en grand children, three sisters, Mrs. Miles Doran, Beloit, Wis., Mr s. A. C. Murphy, Freeport, Mrs. A. C. Kleckner, Aurora, Ill., two brother s, J. E. of Freeport, and W. B. of Western Springs, Ill. Husband, a son R obert J. Jr., a brother and her parents preceded her. Internment wi ll be at Calvary Cemetery.
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Burns, Mary (Maiden Name: Cox)
Obituary |
| Burial |
Calvary Cemetery, Freeport, Stephenson, Illinois, USA |
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Burns, Mary (Maiden Name: Cox)
Calvary Cemetery, Freeport, Stephenson, Illinois, USA |
| Person ID |
I17762 |
1FamilyTree | HaleyKleckner37946, TomTurriff28815 |
| Last Modified |
25 Jun 2018 |
Family  |
Burns, Dr. Robert J., b. 30 Jan 1871, Rockford, Winnebago, Illinois, USA d. 14 Sep 1943, Freeport, Stephenson, Illinois, USA (Age 72 years) |
| Marriage |
25 Jun 1902 |
Freeport, Stephenson, Illinois, USA |
| Marriage Record (Family) |
25 Jun 1902 |
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Burns, Robert and Mary Cox Marriage Record
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| News Mention (Family) |
27 Jun 1902 |
| Freeport Weekly Democrat |
- Vows are exchanged, Miss Mary Agatha Cox and Dr. Robe rt J. Burns united this morning at a nuptial High Mass was celebrated at St. Mary's Church at 9:00 this morning, Dr. Robert Joseph Burns and Miss Mary Agatha Cox were united in marriage, the Reverend Father Croke being the officiating clergyman. The approach of the bridal party was announced as the Ms. Mary Brennan and Jennie Tracy began the bridal chorus of the Lohengren Wedding March. Dr. Burns and his best man, James Burns, of Rockford, a brother, entered the side door and took positions before the alter railing. Little Hillary Cox, a sister of the bride, attired in pure white, led the procession down the aisle to the Alter, accompanied by Miss Margaret Cox, another sister of the bride, and was followed by the bride and her father, who gave her way. During the offertory in the Misses Jennie Tracy and Gertrude Loos rendered an "Ave Maria." The bride presented a pretty picture in a gown of white silk mull, over taffeta, trimmed with Valenciennes medallions and chiffon, caring a shower bouquet of brides roses and wearing an elaborate bride's vail. Miss Margaret Cox was becoming leak attired in tan silk etamine, trimmed in appliqué of the same shade, over turquoise Landsdowne silk. She carried an arm bouquet of pink roses. The ushers were Edward Cox and John P. Glennan. Before beginning the impressive marriage ritual employed by the Roman Catholic church the pastor, Father Croke, took the occasion to speak of the sacredness of the sacrament of matrimony, and in beautiful language referred to the happiness in store for the young people, predicting a bright future for them. At the conclusion of the ceremony the bridal party was driven to the Cox residence, 30 Clark Avenue, where Dr. and Mrs. Burns were the recipients of congratulations from both relatives and invited guests to the number of 50 or more. Elaborate preparations had been made for the reception. White and green with the colors, and the parlors were very handsomely decorated. The bride's table was tastefully trimmed with ribbons, a nd roses and smilax aided in making it attractive. At 11 a wedding breakfast was served, the server's being the Misses Mary Gordon, Florence Donahue, Anna Grant, Jennie Grant and Rose Vail. At 2:05 this afternoon Dr. a nd Mrs. Burns left for Chicago, and from there they will go to St. Paul and other points. After July 15th they will be at home in a new residence at 65 South Galena Ave. The bride of today's wedding has been one of the most popular of her set, and she will have the best wishes of scores of friends. She is a native of Wisconsin, completed the full courses at St. Clare's College at Sinsinawa mound, and for several years has been recognized as one of the most successful teachers in the public schools of Freeport. Since coming here she has taken an active part in the work of St. Mary's Parish, and has served with great credit as prefect of the Young Ladies sodality. A young woman of culture and refinement, possessing traits that are commendable, she is well qualified to preside over a home of her own. She is a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. P. E. Cox, a lady and gentleman, who stand in the high regard of all who know them. Dr. Burns has resided in Freeport since 1896, and he has not only been successful in a profession he is very much devoted to, but he has created many warm friendships. He is a native of Winnebago County, and is a son of Tobias Burns, who settled there in the early days, and is a heavy land owner. Dr. Burns attended the district in Rockford schools and after teaching two years entered Rush Medical College, in Chicago, where he graduated in 1896, coming immediately to Freeport. He is a prominent member and secretary of the Stevenson County Medical Society, has recently been reappointed County physician, and is the examiner for quite a number of fraternal organizations. Personally, he is a genial companionable man well in formed, with prospects of a successful future. Dr. and Mrs. Burns received a large number of beautiful gifts, and the display was evidence of the steam of the friends at home and at a distance. Among those from abroad were Miss Millie Jaeger of Dubuque; Reverend L.X. DuFour of Chicago, Thomas Cox, Miss Jennie Cox, of Appleton Wisconsin; Mrs. Mary Burns, mother of the groom, Mr. and Mrs. Doran, Mrs. Loretta Doran, Mr. and Mrs. John Burns, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Burns, master David Burns, Mr. and Mrs. Tim Burns, Misses Catherine and Mildred Burns and James and Tom Burns all of Rockford.
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| Children |
| | 1. Burns, Mary C., b. 21 Oct 1903, Freeport, Stephenson, Illinois, USA d. 25 Jun 1986, Freeport, Stephenson, Illinois, USA (Age 82 years) |
| | 2. Burns, Robert Joseph, b. 15 Sep 1905, Freeport, Stephenson, Illinois, USA d. 23 Nov 1929, Freeport, Stephenson, Illinois, USA (Age 24 years) |
| + | 3. Burns, Margaret "Marjorie", b. 16 Jun 1907, Freeport, Stephenson, Illinois, USA d. 7 Dec 1979, New York, New York, New York, USA (Age 72 years) |
| | 4. Burns, Sister Robertine Elisabeth, b. 13 May 1909, Freeport, Stephenson, Illinois, USA d. 21 Sep 2000, Dubuque, Dubuque, Iowa, USA (Age 91 years) |
| + | 5. Burns, Dr. Edward M., b. 5 Dec 1911, Freeport, Stephenson, Illinois, USA d. 31 Jan 1969, Madison, Dane, Wisconsin, USA (Age 57 years) |
| + | 6. Burns, John J., b. 19 Mar 1918, Freeport, Stephenson, Illinois, USA d. 26 Aug 1983, Sacramento, Sacramento, California, USA (Age 65 years) |
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| Family ID |
F7157 |
Group Sheet | Family Chart |
| Last Modified |
31 Jan 2013 |
1877 - 1960 (82 years)
