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Joseph Clark Carron

Joseph Clark Carron

Birth 14 JUL 1879 • Bloomsdale, Ste Genevieve, Missouri, USA

Death 31 August 1964 • Millstadt, St Clair, Illinois, USA

Timeline

  • Age 0 — Birth14 Jul 1879 • Bloomsdale, Ste Genevieve, Missouri, USA
  • Age 1 — Residence1880 • Jackson, Sainte Genevieve, Missouri, USAMarital Status: Single; Relation to Head of House: Son
  • Age 1 — Birth of brother Louis Henry Carron (1881–)6 Jun 1881 • Bloomsdale, Sainte Genev
  • Age 5 — Birth of sister Josephine Carron (1884–1910)Dec 1884 • Bloomsdale, Ste Genevieve Co., Missouri
  • Age 6 — Birth of brother Thomas Adrian Carron (1886–1967)13 Mar 1886 • Bloomsdale, Sainte Genevieve, Missouri, United States
  • Age 8 — Birth of sister Dora Sedona Carron (1888–1922)16 Jan 1888 • Bloomsdale, Ste. Genevieve County, Missouri
  • Age 10 — Birth of sister Anna M Carron (1890–1914)5 May 1890 • Ste. Genevieve County, Missouri, USA
  • Age 12 — Birth of sister Nora P Carron (1892–1922)7 Jun 1892 • Bloomsdale, Ste. Genevieve, Missouri
  • Age 14 — Death of sister Ellen Carron (1876–1894)16 Jan 1894 • Ste. Genevieve, Missouri
  • Age 16 — Birth of brother James Cletus Carron (1895–1945)3 Aug 1895 • Bloomsdale, Missouri, USA
  • Age 19 — Birth of brother John K Carron (1899–1926)7 Mar 1899 • Bloomsdale, Ste. Genevieve County, Missouri
  • Age 21 — Residence1900 • Jackson, Ste Genevieve, Missouri, USAOccupation: Farm Laborer; Marital Status: Single; Relation to Head of House: Son
  • Age 21 — Birth of sister Viola M Carron (1901–1962)24 Mar 1901 • Bloomsdale, Sainte Genevieve, Missouri, United States
  • Age 23 — Marriage3 Feb 1903 • Ste Genevieve, MissouriMargaret Jacob1884–1954
  • Age 24 — Birth of son Edgar Carron (1903–1965)10 December 1903 • Bloomsdale, Ste Genevieve, Missouri, USA
  • Age 26 — Birth of daughter Mary T. Carron (1906–1964)6 March 1906 • Missouri
  • Age 28 — Birth of daughter Bessie Carron (1907–1981)26 December 1907 • Missouri
  • Age 30 — Death of mother Mary Elizabeth Guitar (1857–1910)17 Apr 1910 • Jackson Twp., Ste. Genevieve County, Missouri
  • Age 31 — Birth of son Theodore (Dick) Carron (1910–1977)9 August 1910 • Festus, Jefferson, Missouri, USA
  • Age 31 — Residence1910 • Jackson, Sainte Genevieve, Missouri, USAOccupation: Farm Hand; Marital Status: Married; Relation to Head of House: Head
  • Age 31 — Death of sister Josephine Carron (1884–1910)1910 • Missouri
  • Age 31 — Birth of daughter Emily Carron (1911–1999)14 Jan 1911 • Missouri
  • Age 35 — Death of sister Anna M Carron (1890–1914)3 Aug 1914 • Sainte Genevieve, Sainte Genevieve, Missouri, United States
  • Age 36 — Birth of son Cletus Joseph Carron (1915–1977)12/11/1915 • Missouri
  • Age 37 — Residence19 Aug 1916 • Sainte Genevieve, Missouri, USA
  • Age 38 — Residence1917-1918 • Ste Genevieve County, Missouri, USA
  • Age 40 — Birth of son Robert Aloysus Carron (1919–1979)28 October 1919 • Bloomsdale, MO
  • Age 41 — Residence1920 • Jackson, Ste Genevieve, Missouri, USAOccupation: Farmer; Marital Status: Married; Relation to Head of House: Head
  • Age 42 — Birth of son Christopher Carron (1922–2020)11 March 1922 • Bloomsdale, Ste. Genevieve County, Missouri, United States of America
  • Age 43 — Death of sister Nora P Carron (1892–1922)15 Oct 1922 • Sainte Genevieve, Sainte Genevieve, Missouri, United States
  • Age 43 — Death of sister Dora Sedona Carron (1888–1922)15 Oct 1922 • Jackson Twp., Ste. Genevieve County, Missouri…buried at Concord Cemetery, Ste. Genevieve County, Missouri by Brichle of Bloomsdale, Ste. Genevieve County, Missouri
  • Age 47 — Death of brother John K Carron (1899–1926)23 Oct 1926 • Jackson Twp., Ste. Genevieve County, Missouri…buried at Kinsey, Ste. Genevieve County, Missouri by John Basler of , Ste. Genevieve County, Missouri
  • Age 51 — Residence1930 • Jackson, Jackson, Ste. Genevieve, Missouri, USAMarital Status: Married; Relation to Head of House: Head; Occupation: Laborer
  • Age 56 — Residence1935 • St CheniveSte. Genevieve?
  • Age 58 — Death of father William Felix (twin) Caron, Carrow (1852–1938)26 May 1938 • Ste. Genevieve, Ste. Genevieve,Missouri
  • Age 61 — Residence1940 • Mitchie E Precinct, Mitchie, Monroe, Illinois, USAOccupation: Farmer; Marital Status: Married; Relation to Head of House: Head
  • Age 65 — Death of brother James Cletus Carron (1895–1945)24 January 1945 • Bloomsdale, Ste Genevieve County, Missouri
  • Age 65 — Death of brother William Francis Carron (1873–1945)06 Mar 1945 • Rural Jackson Twp., Ste. Genevieve County, Missouri…buried at Concord Cemetery, Ste. Genevieve County, Missouri by L. Basler Undertaking of Ste. Genevieve, Missouri
  • Age 71 — Residence1950 • Stookey, St Clair, Illinois, USA Relation to Head of House: Head; Marital Status: Married
  • Age 74 — Death of wife Margaret Jacob (1884–1954)26 Apr 1954 • Belleville, St Clair, Illinois, USA
  • Age 74 — Residence27 Apr 1954 • Belleville, Illinois, USA
  • Age 82 — Death of sister Viola M Carron (1901–1962)6 Mar 1962 • Ste. Genevieve, Missouri
  • Age 84 — Death of daughter Mary T. Carron (1906–1964)19 June 1964
  • Age 85 — Death 31 August 1964 • Millstadt, St Clair, Illinois, USA
  • Burial Belleville, St. Clair County, Illinois, United States of America

Relationships

Parents

  • William Felix (twin) Caron, Carrow1852–1938
  • Mary Elizabeth Guitar1857–1910

Siblings

  • William Francis Carron1873–1945
  • Ellen Carron1876–1904
  • Louis Henry Carron1881–
  • Josephine Carron1884–1910
  • Thomas Adrian Carron1886–1967
  • Dora Sedona Carron1888–1922
  • Anna M Carron1890–1914
  • Nora P Carron1892–1922
  • James Cletus Carron1895–1945
  • John K Carron1899–1926
  • Viola M Carron1901–1962

Spouse and children

  • Margaret Jacob1884–1954
    • Edgar Carron1903–1965
    • Mary T. Carron1906–1964
    • Bessie Carron1907–1981
    • Theodore (Dick) Carron1910–1977
    • Emily Carron1911–1999
    • Cletus Joseph Carron1915–1977
    • Robert Aloysus Carron1919–1979
    • Christopher Carron1922–2020

Notes

When Joseph Clark Carron was born on July 14, 1879, in Bloomsdale, Missouri, his father, William, was 26 and his mother, Mary, was 22. He married Margaret Jacob on February 3, 1903, in Ste Genevieve, Missouri. They had eight children in 18 years. He died on August 31, 1964, in Millstadt, Illinois, at the age of 85, and was buried in Belleville, Illinois.

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In 1876, Bloomsdale, Missouri, USA was a small rural town located in Ste. Genevieve County. The town was primarily inhabited by German immigrants who had settled in the area. Bloomsdale was known for its fertile farmlands and agricultural economy, with many residents working as farmers or in related industries.

**Population and Diversity**: Bloomsdale had a modest population, with a majority of residents being of German descent. The town had a close-knit community where neighbors often helped each other with farming and other tasks.

**Economy and Lifestyle**: Agriculture was the mainstay of Bloomsdale’s economy, with crops like corn, wheat, and tobacco being grown in the region. Residents lived simple lives, relying on farming for sustenance and livelihood.

**Community Life**: Social gatherings, church events, and local festivals were important aspects of community life in Bloomsdale. The town had a strong sense of community spirit, with residents coming together to celebrate holidays and important milestones. Overall, Bloomsdale in 1876 was a tight-knit rural community with a predominantly German population, centered around agriculture and a simple way of life.

In 1916, Sainte Genevieve, Missouri, USA, was a quaint town with a rich history. Here are some unique aspects of living in Sainte Genevieve during that time:

**Cultural Heritage**: Sainte Genevieve was one of the oldest French settlements west of the Mississippi River, founded in the 18th century. The town’s architecture, cuisine, and traditions reflected its French colonial roots, making it a unique cultural experience for residents.

**Rural Lifestyle**: Most residents in Sainte Genevieve in 1916 lived a rural lifestyle, with farming and agriculture being central to the local economy. Families often worked together on farms, cultivating crops like corn, wheat, and tobacco.

**Community Life**: Despite its small size, Sainte Genevieve had a strong sense of community. Residents often gathered for social events like church gatherings, barn raisings, and town fairs, fostering a close-knit and supportive environment for all who lived there.

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In 1964, Millstadt, Illinois, USA was a small village with a population of around 1,000 people. The community was predominantly white, with a few African American families living in the area. The town had a strong sense of community, with residents participating in local events like the annual Firemen’s Picnic and Oktoberfest. The main industries in Millstadt at that time were agriculture and small businesses, contributing to the town’s close-knit feel.

Siblings to Joseph Clark Carron

William Francis Carron

Birth 26 Sep 1873 • Bloomsdale, Ste. Genevieve County, Missouri, United States

Death 06 Mar 1945 • Rural Jackson Twp., Ste. Genevieve County, Missouri…buried at Concord Cemetery, Ste. Genevieve County, Missouri by L. Basler Undertaking of Ste. Genevieve, Missouri

William Francis Carron was born on September 26, 1873, in Bloomsdale, Missouri, his father, William, was 20 and his mother, Mary, was 16. He had one son and two daughters with Helena Jacob between 1901 and 1909. He died on March 6, 1945, at the age of 71, and was buried in his hometown.

Ellen Carron


Birth NOV 1876 • Sainte Genevieve, Sainte Genevieve, Missouri, United States

Death 27 APR 1904 • Ste. Genevieve, Missouri

Ellen Carron was born in November 1876 in Sainte Genevieve, Missouri, her father, William, was 24, and her mother, Mary, was 19. She married Smith Pullen on January 16, 1894, in Bloomsdale, Missouri. They had two children during their marriage. She died as a young mother on April 27, 1904, in Ste Genevieve, Missouri, at the age of 27.

Louis Henry Carron

Birth 6 JUN 1881 • Bloomsdale, Sainte Genev

Death 5 MAY 1899 • Ste. Genevieve, Missouri

Louis Henry Carron was born on June 6, 1881, in Bloomsdale, Missouri, his father, William, was 28 and his mother, Mary, was 24. He had five brothers and six sisters. He died as a teenager on May 5, 1899, in Ste Genevieve, Missouri. His tombstone was destroyed or moved in July, 2002. In most cases the stone was buried in the mass grave that holds the remains of this person along with the 90+ others that were “moved”. In July, 2002, approximately 91 of the oldest stones in the St. Philomena cemetery (now the St. Agnes Parish cemetery) were destroyed when the cemetery was “moved” to expand the parish school. 

Josephine Carron

Birth 04 Dec 1884 • Bloomsdale, Sainte Genevieve, Missouri, USA

Death 1910 • Missouri

Age 17 — Marriage 12 Nov 1902 • Bloomsdale, Ste Genevieve, Missouri, USA

Spouse: Edward Jesse Sr. Beckemeyer1903–1977 — children Edward August Beckemeyer1882–1962

Thomas Adrian Carron

was born on March 13, 1886, in Bloomsdale, Missouri, his father, William, was 33 and his mother, Mary, was 29. He had five brothers and six sisters. He died on August 23, 1967, in his hometown at the age of 81, and was buried there.

Dora Sedona Carron

Birth 16 Jan 1888 • Bloomsdale, Ste. Genevieve County, Missouri

Death 15 Oct 1922 • Jackson Twp., Ste. Genevieve County, Missouri…buried at Concord Cemetery, Ste. Genevieve County, Missouri by Brichle of Bloomsdale, Ste. Genevieve County, Missouri

Dora Sedona Carron was born on January 16, 1888, in Bloomsdale, Missouri, her father, William, was 35, and her mother, Mary, was 31. She married Fritz Holst on February 26, 1907, in her hometown. They had three children during their marriage. She died as a young mother on October 15, 1922, at the age of 34, and was buried in Bloomsdale, Missouri.

Spouse
Fritz Holst
1883–1968

Children:

Roman T Holst
1909–1929

Mildred F Chism
1912–1997

Bessie M. Aubuchon
1915–1992

Anna M Carron


Birth 5 MAY 1890 • Ste. Genevieve County, Missouri, USA

Death 3 AUG 1914 • Sainte Genevieve, Sainte Genevieve, Missouri, United States

Anna M Carron was born on May 5, 1890, in Ste Genevieve, Missouri, her father, William, was 37, and her mother, Mary, was 33. She married Joseph Holst on February 26, 1906, in Bloomsdale, Missouri. They had three children during their marriage. She died as a young mother on August 3, 1914, in Sainte Genevieve, Missouri, at the age of 24, and was buried in Bloomsdale, Missouri.

Children:

Vincent Holst
1910–

Hildegard L Holst
1911–1958

Fredia Schwent Long
1914–1996

Nora Philomena Carron

was born on June 7, 1892, in Bloomsdale, Missouri, her father, William, was 39, and her mother, Mary, was 35. She married Francis J Cavalier on August 15, 1910, in Ste Genevieve, Missouri. They had three children during their marriage. She had six brothers and five sisters.

A couple odd things, her first husband might have been Black. She also was likely married 3 times. There was a Donovan between Cavalier and Shine. Odd for the times. I could not find an accurate date of death for her. The only one I found was 1922 and I’m pretty sure that was her sister.

Spouse Francis J Cavalier 1882–1920

Children

Anthony V Cavalier
1912–1984

Gertrude Cavalier
1915–1998

Earnest Cavalier
1920–1920

Spouse
Harry D Shine 1895–

Nora Carron was possibly married 3 times according to the above newspaper blurb.

James Cletus Carron

Birth 3 AUG 1895 • Bloomsdale, Missouri, USA

Death 24 JANUARY 1945 • Bloomsdale, Ste Genevieve County, Missouri

James Cletus Carron was born on August 3, 1895, in Bloomsdale, Missouri, his father, William, was 42 and his mother, Mary, was 38. He married Anna Mabel Carron Price on May 8, 1916, in Ste Genevieve, Missouri. They had six children in 19 years. He died on January 24, 1945, in his hometown at the age of 49, and was buried there.

Spouse Anna Mabel Carron Price 1896–1958

Children:

Francis D. Carron
1917–2002

Mamie M Aubuchon
1919–2004

Archie Lee Carron
1922–1999

Howard Martin Carron
1926–2007

Lilie Carron
1931–2010

Raymond Carron
1937–1995

Anna Mabel Carron and Raymond Carron

John K Carron


Birth 7 MAR 1899 • Bloomsdale, Ste. Genevieve County, Missouri

Death 23 OCT 1926 • Jackson Twp., Ste. Genevieve County, Missouri…buried at Kinsey, Ste. Genevieve County, Missouri by John Basler of , Ste. Genevieve County, Missouri. John K Carron was born on March 7, 1899, in Bloomsdale, Missouri, his father, William, was 46 and his mother, Mary, was 42. He married Ida M Becker on April 19, 1922. They had two children during their marriage. He died as a young father on October 23, 1926, at the age of 27, and was buried in his hometown.

Spouse and children

  • Spouse – Ida M Becker 1904–1983
  • Children:
    • Ethel Carron1923–1987
    • Paul Carron

Viola M Carron

Birth 24 MAR 1901 • Bloomsdale, Sainte Genevieve, Missouri, United States

Death 6 MAR 1962 • Ste. Genevieve, Missouri

Viola M Carron was born on March 24, 1901, in Bloomsdale, Missouri, her father, William, was 48, and her mother, Mary, was 44. She married Louis Chester Robinson on January 20, 1917, in Ste Genevieve, Missouri. She died on March 6, 1962, in Ste Genevieve, Missouri, at the age of 60. I couldn’t find a lot for Viola. Her husband died young, but I believe they had divorced/separated already.