Other Events and Attributes:

• Occupation: Farmer and Carpenter

Notes:

Frank lived just about his whole life as a farmer on his father's homestead (on Hunger Hollow Road off Big Creek in Fremont). However, according to the 1875 census he was living with his sister, Abby Hulbert, in Dansville. Frank is listed as a Hospital Steward in the Bath Poor House in 1890, where he and Anna worked for a short time after they were married. They soon after removed to his father's farm where Frank engaged in farm until the Fall of 1928. According to the 1917 Steuben County directory, Frank was a farmer and owner of 110 acres, 7 horses, and 10 cows in the Hornell-Fremont area (Big Creek). Politically, he was a staunch Democrat. In his later life he lived with his son Joel and at the time of his death he was living with his daughter Pauline Crossett and her husband Howard at 39 East Washington Street in Hornell. His son, Donald, stated that one of his favorite readings (poems) was "Jim Bludsoe of the Prairie Belle" by John Milton Hays.

Frank M. Burdett, 70, Taken by Pneumonia
Dies at Bethesda Hospital After Brief Illness. Funeral at Big Creek Saturday
Frank M. Burdett, 70 years old, of 39 East Washington street, died last night at Bethesda hospital after a brief illness of pneumonia. Deceased was a well-known farmer on Big Creek for many years, moving to Hornell five years ago. He was born in Fremont. Five sons and three daughters survive, Donald Burdett of 39 East Washington street, Joel D. Burdett of Hornell R. D. 5, Mrs. J. H. Crossett of Hornell, Murray Burdett of Hornell, Mrs. Herman Smith of Painted Post, Roy F. Burdett of Hamburg, N. Y., Mrs. Harold Way of Churchville and James Burdett of Hornell besides fourteen grandchildren. Two brothers, Allen V. Burdett of Hornell and C. M. Burdett of Big Creek and one sister, Mrs. C. D. Nichols of Dansville also survive. Deceased was a member of the Big Creek Grange. Prayer service will be held at the late home, 39 East Washington Street, Saturday at 1:30 p. m. and funeral services at the Methodist Episcopal church at Big Creek at 2:30 p. m. Interment will be at Howard.
(Evening Tribune-Times, Hornell, NY, Thursday, February 5, 1931)

Buried:
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Francis married Anna Dickinson Russell on 21 Dec 1886 in Fremont, Steuben Co., New York, USA. Anna (daughter of Harrison Russell and Huldah Nicholson) was born on 21 Dec 1868 in Big Creek, Fremont, Steuben Co., New York, USA; died on 15 Apr 1919 in Hornellsville, Steuben Co., New York, USA; was buried in Mount Pleasant Cemetery, Howard, Steuben Co., New York, USA. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

1. Paul Harrison Burdett was born on 4 Jun 1889 in Hornellsville, Steuben Co., New York, USA; died on 29 Jan 1890 in Fremont, Steuben Co., New York, USA.
2. Alice Burdett was born on 17 Apr 1891 in Fremont, Steuben Co., New York, USA; died on 3 Jan 1892 in Fremont, Steuben Co., New York, USA.
3. Donald Sawyer Burdett was born on 22 Sep 1893 in Fremont, Steuben Co., New York, USA; died on 14 Jun 1984 in Hornell, Steuben Co., New York, USA; was buried in Woodlawn Cemetery, Almond, Allegany Co., New York, USA.
4. Joel Dean Burdett was born on 12 Aug 1896 in Big Creek, Fremont, Steuben Co., New York, USA; died on 6 Apr 1974 in Hornell, Steuben Co., New York, USA; was buried in Rural Cemetery, Hornellsville, Steuben Co., New York, USA.
5. Pauline Hulda Burdett was born on 25 May 1898 in Hornellsville, Steuben Co., New York, USA; died on 23 Sep 1980 in Hornell, Steuben Co., New York, USA; was buried in Woodlawn Cemetery, Almond, Allegany Co., New York, USA.
6. George Washington Burdett was born on 22 Feb 1900 in Fremont, Steuben Co., New York, USA; died on 29 Jul 1901 in Fremont, Steuben Co., New York, USA.
7. Murray Roscoe Burdett was born on 24 Mar 1902 in Hornellsville, Steuben Co., New York, USA; died on 27 Nov 1987 in Hornell, Steuben Co., New York, USA; was buried in Mount Pleasant Cemetery, Howard, Steuben Co., New York, USA.
8. Beatrice Kathleen Burdett was born on 06 Jul 1904 in Hornellsville, Steuben Co., New York, USA; died on 04 Aug 2000 in Corning, Steuben Co., New York, USA; was buried in Fairview Cemetery, Painted Post, Steuben Co., New York, USA.
9. Roy Francis Burdette was born on 16 Aug 1906 in Hornell, Steuben Co., New York, USA; died on 23 Jul 1991 in Buffalo, Erie Co., New York, USA; was buried in Hillcrest Cemetery, Hamburg, Erie Co., New York, USA.
10. Abby Lena Burdett was born on 6 Dec 1907 in Fremont, Steuben Co., New York, USA; died on 25 Nov 1992 in Churchville, Monroe Co., New York, USA ; was buried in Maple Grove Cemetery, Ogden, Monroe Co., New York, USA.
11. James Wilson Burdett was born on 29 Dec 1912 in Fremont, Steuben Co., New York, USA; died on 28 Nov 1999 in Dansville, North Dansville, Livingston Co., New York, USA; was buried in Clearview Cemetery, Cohocton, Steuben Co., New York, USA.

Other Events and Attributes:

• Occupation: Carriage Maker Carpenter Postmaster Farmer Inventor Judge
• Military Service: 1845, Steuben Co., New York, USA; Steuben County Militia

Notes:

Paul S. Burditt was a non-commissioned officer for at least the year of 1845, in the Artillery Company, commanded by Capt.Albert Goodno, in Dansville, this would be part of the Steuben County troops on standby for duty in California in which occurred the conflict at arms between the United States and Mexico.

Paul S. Burditt appointed U.S. Postmaster for Haskinsville on April 23, 1862 proceded by Isaac J. Haskins, until May 24, 1864 when he was succeeded by Martin Hamblin.

Paul S. was Justice of the Peace in Fremont in 1865, 1868, 1872 and 1892 (possibly other years as well). Also, other Fremont town offices.

In 1868 he was listed as a farmer with 30 acres in Haskinsville,Steuben Co.,NY.

According to the 1880 census of the town of Fremont,Steuben Co.,NY, Paul's occupation is that of a carpenter, he was said to be a man of many skills(e.g. farmer, carpenter, and mechanic).

Elected member of the Hornellsville Farmer's Club.

On Aug. 27th(1889), a tramp broke into the house of P. S. Burdett, Fremont, stealing a gold watch and chain, revolver and other things, valued at $50.

The full-size toolbox belonging to him is now(1998) in the possession of his gr-grandson, James M. Burdett. Also a smaller toolbox that belonged to him is now(1998) in the possession of his gr-gr-grandson, David A. Boag, of Rochester,NY.

The family Bible of Paul S. Burditt and Mary Curry is in the possession of Andrew A. Burdett, of Avon,IN.


Military Service:
Paul S. Burditt was a non-commissioned officer for at least the year of 1845, in the Artillery Company, commanded by Capt.Albert Goodno, in Dansville, this would be part of the Steuben County troops on standby for duty in California in which occurred the conflict at arms between the United States and Mexico.

Paul married Mary A. Curry on 18 Sep 1850 in Dansville, Steuben Co., New York, USA. Mary (daughter of James B. Curry and Nancy Henry) was born in Oct 1827 in Dansville, Steuben Co., New York, USA; died on 6 Oct 1903 in Big Creek, Fremont, Steuben Co., New York, USA; was buried in Stephens Mills Cemetery, Fremont, Steuben Co., New York, USA. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Other Events and Attributes:

• Military Service: 10 Sep 1814, Rutland Co., Vermont, USA; War of 1812 (US) Alarm at Plattsburg(NY) Capt Hendee's Company

Notes:

After the Battle of Plattsburg, George turned his steps to the St.Lawrence River where rafting was being carried along to a great extent. He there hired to work, where French and Indians were his companions and neighbors, the latter being his most trusted friends. After having served in the capacity of raftsman until 1817 he returned to Pittsford, Vt. where his father still lived and paid him $100. This was the price of his time as a minor. After working a farm on shares for one year, in the Spring of 1819, he, with his young wife and brother-in-law, David Wadsworth, set out for the far west, Mt.Vernon, Ohio, where an elder sister, Azuba Hewett, of his wife had preceded them. George and David had each a horse so by putting them together, contituted a team. By hitching them to a lumber wagon they were able to bring all their worldly possessions with them. After journeying for weeks they finally arrived at South Dansville, New York where they were to make his sister, Mrs. Hendee, a visit and to rest for the remainder of their journey. After looking around for sometime and being earnestly persuaded by Mr. and Mrs. Hendee, they decided to remain in South Dansville, David Wadsworth in the meantime put his belongings in a knapsack and with a sad heart, mounted his horse and rode away to the western wilds of Ohio. George then took up a farm where Miner Bridge now resides(1905). After staying there a few years he moved to a farm just west of him, known as the Stevens Farm, where he lived until the Spring of 1831. During his stay in what is now called Rogersville, early in the Fall of 1831, there came a knock at the door. There were Milly's father, mother, widowed sister and two children on their way to Ohio where two brothers and two sisters were awaitng them. After about four or five weeks visiting with their daughter Milly and family they took their departure never more to meet. George, in the meantime continued clearing his land and building as he was prospering. "In the Fall of 1839 his true and noble wife was taken from him by the relentless hand of death." George now had a longing to visit the Old Home once more. So in the Fall of 1840, he, with his nephew, John Mark Hendee, started to Vermont. They were six weeks making the journey. In January the following year he married Racheal Henderson, a widow with two children. In the 1850 census of Dansville,Steuben Co.,NY, George is listed as a farmer and owner of real estate valued at $3,000. Also living with him according to the 1850 census: his wife, Rachel, sons, Paul, Leeds, George Jr., and step-daughter, Abbie Henderson. In his later life, as a Democrat, he was elected to many town offices. "George was a man of sterling integrity and being a man of few words and coming right to the point, he commanded the respect of all who knew him."

Military Service:
As a member of the Rutland County Voluteers, George was on call for the Battle of Plattsburg, during the close of the War of 1812. As the story is told, on the 10th of September the men, including George, who had assembled in response to the call met in the village. After organizing, which occupied the forenoon, the company started for Burlington. Arriving at Vergennes the next day, they drew arms from the arsenal for those who were not supplied and continued to Charlotte, which they reached that night. The following morning they advanced to Burlington, crossed the lake to Plattsburg, but arrived too late to take part in the battle; they soon afterward returned to their homes.

George married Milly Wadsworth on 13 Jan 1818 in Pittsford, Rutland Co., Vermont, USA. Milly (daughter of Deacon David Wadsworth and Eleanor Capen) was born on 21 Aug 1795 in Stoughton, Norfolk Co., Massachusetts, USA; was christened on 30 Aug 1795 in Stoughton, Norfolk Co., Massachusetts, USA; died on 04 Dec 1839 in Dansville, Steuben Co., New York, USA; was buried in Forest Lawn Cemetery, Dansville, Steuben Co., New York, USA. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

After growing up in Hector, then Tompkins County. James and his young wife moved to Allegany County, where his two eldest children where born. In 1835 James and his family removed to Oak Hill in South Dansville, Steuben County where he continued farming until his death in "1884". In 1841, James was Justice of the Peace and in 1850 he was clerk of the census for South Dansville,Steuben Co.,NY. As of 1888 his son Charles still resided on the old farm.

James married Nancy Henry about 1820 in Hector, Schuyler Co., New York, USA. Nancy (daughter of Andrew Henry and Mary Evans) was born on 2 Sep 1799 in Pawlet, Rutland Co., Vermont, USA; died on 26 Nov 1868 in Dansville, Steuben Co., New York, USA; was buried in North Oak Hill Cemetery, Dansville, Steuben Co., New York, USA. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Thomas left Lancaster,Mass in 1796 and located in Grafton,Vt. Then about 1804 came to Pittsford, Vt and located on the easterly slope of West Hill, on the land now owned by Ransom Burditt(1886). He made the first clearing there and built a house very nearly west of the present(1886) residence of Mrs.Susan Burditt.

Died:
Living with his son Thomas Jr. in 1830 in Pittsford(aged 70 to 80) not in 1840

Thomas married Lois Sawyer on 7 Apr 1780 in Lancaster, Worcester Co., Massachusetts, USA. Lois (daughter of Paul Sawyer and Lois Houghton) was christened on 13 Jul 1760 in Lancaster, Worcester Co., Massachusetts, USA; died on 17 Jun 1823 in Pittsford, Rutland Co., Vermont, USA; was buried in Meeting House Cemetery, Pittsford, Rutland County, Vermont, USA. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

In 1774, at the age of 10, David was a member of William Billings' Sacred Music School in Stoughton, David is listed under the heading,"Singers of Counter."(possibly todays equivalant of Alto). By 1786 he was a member of the Stoughton Musical Society.

David was a charter member of the Rising Star Lodge F. & A.M Dec 1799 and present at the first meeting in Stoughton,Mass in January 1800 (also present was Paul Revere) where he was elected Senior Deacon. Today it is one of the oldest Masonic Lodges in Massachusetts.

David moved to Vermont about 1810, from Stoughton,MA where he was a farmer, along with his brother, Elisha.

1810 census of Chittenden, Rutland Co., Vermont shows David with two males under 10, one female under 10, 2 females 10-15, and female 26-44.

1820 census of Pittsford, Rutland Co.,Vermont shows David (45 and over), one female 10-15; one female 16-25; one female 45 and over (Eleanor).

1830 census of Pittsford, Rutland Co.,Vermont shows David (60-69), one female 20-29 and female 60-69 (Eleanor).

In the fall of 1831 he moved with his wife and widowed daughter, Lucy (and two children), to Fredericktown, Ohio where his children Samuel, David, and Azuba already resided. Not clear if they made it to Fredericktown before the death of their son, David. Appears several family members died between 1830 and 1832.

David was appointed Guardian of his son David's children. Court records in Knox County (Box 11, #273) receipts were submitted by David Sr. between 1834 and 1839Oct31 for purchases (shoe repairs, clothes, schooling, etc.) for Eliza and Timothy. In Oct1834 paid taxes on a schoolhouse he built in District No.1 on the property of his son, David Jr. Those expenses were approved 22Oct1840 by the court. No other guardian receipts noted. As guardian in 1837(20Feb) sold at auction property belonging to the heirs of his son, David Jr.
In June 1842, Timothy Burr and Absolom Thrift were appointed guardians of Timothy B. Wadsworth aged 16 (Eliza was over 18 at that point), which leads us to conclude that David Sr most likely died that year or before (most likely 1840).

1840 census, not found in Knox County, Ohio.

David married Eleanor Capen on 15 May 1788 in Stoughton, Norfolk Co., Massachusetts, USA. Eleanor (daughter of Corporal Jonathan Capen and Jerusha Talbott) was born on 18 Jun 1763 in Stoughton, Norfolk Co., Massachusetts, USA; died on 02 Sep 1832 in Wayne, Knox Co., Ohio, USA; was buried in Old Fredericktown Cemetery, Fredericktown, Knox County, Ohio, USA. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Robert came from what is know Lodi,Seneca County, New York in 1799 to the town of Hector where he had lived for five years. He settled on lot No.2.. "He drove his cattle from there on the Indian trail, and sent his up in a scow." He married Abigail Brown, whose sister, Sophia, married Robert's brother James. The following is taken from a Curry History written by James L. Curry, a grandson of James and Sophia Curry, in 1905. Abigail and Sophia were born in New Jersey and the daughters of William Brown, a scotchman, who it is stated was an officer in the Revolutionary War, belonging to Lee's Legion, and was killed in Battle. Abigail and Sophia's mother(madian Hulette?), was a full blooded French woman and sister(Andrew's note: "sister" not possibly, Dick Hunnewell was not French and was also born in the mid 1600's-to old to be a sister, also if she is a sister, woudnt her name be Hunnewell, not Hullette?) to the celebrated trapper, hunter, and Indian fighter, known as Dick Hunnewell. The Indians burned his house, killed his wife and two children, and took him prisoner and got everything ready to burn him at the stake. Inside the circle he seized the chief and hurled him into the fire and then in the confusion that followed, made his escape. From that time on, he hunted Indians, and marks on his rifle stock numbered twenty-seven that he had killed.

Robert married Abigail Brown about 1795. Abigail (daughter of William Brown and Ms. Hulette) was born on 19 Jan 1772 in New Jersey, USA; died on 29 Nov 1843 in Hector, Schuyler Co., New York, USA; was buried in Beckhorn/Curry Cemetery, Hector, Schuyler Co., New York, USA. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Settled in Pawlet,Vt about 1790, where it is said he came from Ireland, and settled where Albert A. Boynton was residing in 1886. Andrew was a man of note and influence in his day. He removed to Hector,NY about 1815. He left one momento, the "Henry" apple of most exquiste flavor. In 1813 Andrew bought part of Lot 12 consisting of 109 acres of land in Hector for $10 from John Henry, both John and Andrew were listed as "of Pawlet,VT." Two years later Andrew sold the same land back to John for $1,000, the transcation list John Henry, late of Vermont. (In the 1810 census he has five daughters, 3 under10, and 2 between 10 and 16)

Andrew married Mary Evans about 1795 in Pawlet, Rutland Co., Vermont, USA. Mary (daughter of Sergeant Abiathar Evans and Mary Johnson) was born on 5 Aug 1771 in New Marlboro, Berkshire Co., Massachusetts, USA; died on 11 Oct 1858 in Hector, Schuyler Co., New York, USA; was buried in Logan Cemetery, Hector, Schuyler Co., New York, USA. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Living in Hector in 1850 with Mary Henry aged 24

Birth:
Daughter Anna, states in 1880 census that her mother was born in CT