July 2000 Scotts, Michigan Second Edition
Nelson S. did so well on the first edition, I feel like putting my quill back in my goose. Especially after I had a complete crash with my computer. However, I'll press on like a true Swarthout.
There could not have been a more fitting tribute to my brother Arnold S. than to host the '99 Reunion here in Michigan. He enjoyed the reunions very much. I want to thank everyone who attended, and all those who helped make it a success. The raffle items were wonderful.
Italics indicate comments by the web master, Mark Swarthout.
| Gladys Swarthout Picture | Mark Swarthout |
| Gladys Swarthout Picture | Gladys Druger |
| Old Picture, Candles, Necklaces | Mary Rindfleisch |
| Xerox copy of the Swartwout Chronicles | Rowene Schraag |
| Apron and Bunny Basket | Les Price |
| Golf Balls and Scottsopoly Game | Bob and Pat Swarthout |
| Gone with the Wind Calendar | Penny K. |
| Wreath of Quilt Scraps | Joan Swarthout |
| Cheese Bread, Bunny Box and Floral | Joe Thomas |
| Pot Holders and necklaces | Julie Childress |
| The Shootist by Glendon Swarthout | Jim Swarthout (Climax, MI) |
| Calendar | Rob Blanchard |
| Rabbit Basket | Barb S. |
| Frog in the Box | Ocelia Massey |
| Floral Arrangement | Glen & Evelyn S. |
| Floral Arrangement | Ron & Lorraine S. |
Bobcat Remote Control Backhoe - Jim S. (Olympia, IL)
T-Shirt - Wesley S.
Floral Arrangement - John S.
Floral Arrangement - Alicia S.
Quilt Raffle
Lavender and pink watercolor Log Cabin Quilt. Won by Mark Swarthout from Bloomfield Hills, MI.
This was the first reunion Mark had attended. He arrived on Sunday morning wiith his lap top computer and ready to do research. Within minutes of signing in he had located a missing link he found on a report sent from Alabama by Jerry S. Mark went home a happy camper. (And the look on his wife's face when she saw the quilt! I definitely made points on this one! I spent a couple of weekends redoing the bedroom to match the quilt!) Hope to see Mark and his family in New York. (I was there! The kids are in school though.) Also, since the reunion they have opened a store called Scentral Park Limited. They sell aromatherapy products. I have ordered several items, and gave some at Christmas, and they are begging for more. (Hmm, who is it that sponsors this web site? Anyone want to place some bets on what one or two of the door prizes will be?)
There were many great moments, but one in particular. When we were locking up the center on Friday night, a purse was found hanging on a chair. It did not get back to its ownner until Saturday afternoon when we gathered at Turkeyville for the "Hello, Dolly" dinner theater. Can you believe all she said was, and I quote, "Oh I wasn't worried about it." She, (Evelyn S.) from Arizona will always be known as the Swarthout who forgot her purse. Perhaps she didn't know about Samuel S.
Not only did she loose her purse, but they also had the misfortune of camping at one of our less desirable campgrounds, but they persevered. I am sure the facilities resembled those of the early S. who came to Michigan. We enjoyed having them and hope to see them in New York. Glllen is a descendant from Anthony S.
Another new young family was Jim S. from Illinois. A nephew of Penny and John Kichitzky, Jim won the Bobcat Backhoe toy. There were many more new faces. Jim Cammin from Grayling, MI gave me a real street sign "Swarthout Drive" Thanks a lot Jim.
I received a family history from Thelma S. called "God's Abundant Blessings." Thelma and Ernest lived in Canada. They were ministers. He passed away and at the age of 90 she wrote their family history. Very interesting. I'll bring it to New York and anyone can copy it.
Cookbook
The '99 reunion was the last time I was to see my cousin June Swarthout
Knell. She passed away November 1, 1999. Such a wonderful person, I miss
her.
My Swarthout History
Edward and Leonora's children were, John, Frank (June Knell's father)
Mary and Charles (My father). John migrated to Alberta Canada. He wrote
glowing reports back to my father and mother. Consequently, they headed
west. My Dad and Uncle John built their log cabin, My mother was told she
would never have any children, and had been married 9 years, when the stork
decided to make a delivery to Alberta, Canada. My brother Arnold was born
in the log cabin, with midwives Charles and John. The traveling nurse finally
arrived, but no need. My mother said she did all the work. When their second
child was to arrive (me), they decided to come back to Michigan because
at that time there were no schools in the area. And mother thought we should
be educated.
Reunion 2000
Year 2002
HOPE TO SEE YOU ALL IN NEW YORK!!!!!!! SEPT 1,2,3,4
Beverlee Jenkins
10739 East Q Ave.
Scotts, MI 49088
(616) 626-8509
P.S. Mary Rindfleisch has a new E Mail Address, idlenot@flare.net
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