Descendants of Martin C

Descendants of Martin C. Rasmussen

Generation No. 1

1. Martin C.1 Rasmussen1. He married Christine C. Berthelsen.

Children of Martin Rasmussen and Christine Berthelsen are:

+ 2 i. Jens Christian2 Martin, born September 07, 1840 in Sulsted, Denmark; died April 29, 1900 in Juneau Co. WI.

3 ii. Robert Martin. He married Isora ?.

Generation No. 2

2. Jens Christian2 Martin (Martin C.1 Rasmussen) was born September 07, 1840 in Sulsted, Denmark2, and died April 29, 1900 in Juneau Co. WI. He married (1) Johanna Nilsen August 23, 1868 in Racine, WI3, daughter of Nils Kristiansen and Maren Kristiansen. She was born November 1855 in Denmark, and died September 17, 1875 in Racine Co.4. He married (2) Anna Sorine Jensen Jorgensen July 05, 1876 in Racine, WI - Racine Co.5, daughter of Jorgen Sorensen and Maren Jensen. She was born February 23, 1860 in Ugilt, Denmark, and died March 01, 1925 in Lindina Twp, Juneau Co., WI.

Notes for Jens Christian Martin:

1870 Racine Co. WI Fed. Census 3rd Ward page 398 lists John Martinson, 29, day laborer, born Denmark and Johannah, 24 born Denmark, Frank, 4, born WI and Minnie 8/12 born WI October,

Res. ? Mead & Water.

Jens is listed in the Racine City Directory 1875/76 as James C. Martenson, a blacksmith at Mitchell Lewis & Co. and his residence was ns Washington Ave. 1 w of Ann. The 1876 directory lists his name as James C. Martinson, blacksmith and res. ns Washinton 4 w Fourteenth. The 1878 directory lists his name as Jens C. Martinson, blacksmith ML&Co., and residence as ws Washington Av. 2 s 13th.

James Christian Martin's name in Denmark was Jens Christian Mortensen according to his daughter Nikolina. Martinsen possibly is another version.

New Lisbon Times dated Wednesday March 2, 1900

Deceased

James C.C. Martinson was born in Sulsted, Denmark, September 7, 1840.

At the age of 26 he came to America. He was twice married, his first wife was Miss Johanna Nelson whom he married in 1868, of this union 4 children were born, two of whom Mrs. Minnie Tucker and Mart Martinson survive him. His first wife died in 1875 and a year later he wedded Miss Annie Gorgeson who with 8 children are left to mourn the loss of a noble father, a kind and affectionate husband. The funeral took place from the home of deceased yesterday forenoon. A large number of sympathetic friends were in attendance.

Annie Sorens Jensen Sorenson

Anna, Jens 2nd wife worked as a housekeeper for Jens and Johanna in Racine. Johanna was ill.

After Johanna died, Jens married Anna. Ten more children were born to Jens ( now using the American name 'James') and Anna. One of the children is Nikolena Jacobson who wrote the letter to Aunt Myrta in August of 1990, giving the bit of history that led me (Nicolena) to documenting this ancestry. Jens and Anna moved to New Lisbon in 1879 and they bought the farm from Jens' brother Robert in 1882, where nearly all of the ten children were born.

Jens' legal name was on property J.C.C. Martin

More About Jens Christian Martin:

Occupation: Bet. 1868 - 1878, Blacksmith for Mitchell & Lewis Co. in Racine City Directory

Notes for Johanna Nilsen:

Mound Cemetery records list Johanna Martinson as burial No. 2327, however there was no location listed. Her age was 29 yrs., 11 mo. and the cause of death listed is Tysis. Medical attendant was R.T. Williams. Finally found this information on Tuesday, October 8, 2002. The age of 29 listed would indicate that this Johanna to be the one listed in the 1870 census with an age of 24.

More About Johanna Nilsen:

Burial: Mound Cemetery, Racine, WI

Marriage Notes for Jens Martin and Johanna Nilsen:

Date of Registration of Marriage was Jan. 11, 1869 in Vol. 8, page 17, #10

Person pronouncing the marriage was J. Miller Eggen of Racine.

Witnesses were Peder Larsen and Jens Jensen

Jens name is spelled Matensen in the index to Marriages. On the record it could also be read as Motensen. Johanne's last name is spelled Nilson on the record. This could be for Nielson.

Notes for Anna Sorine Jensen Jorgensen:

New Lisbon newspaper dated March 5, 1925

Anna S. SORENSEN was born in Denmark on Feb. 23, 1860 and died on March 1, 1925 at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Victor Jacobson in the town of Lindina. The deceased came to this country at the age of 14 years and lived in Racine, this state, where she was married to James C. MARTIN. They moved to New Lisbon in March, 1879 and settled on the farm 3 miles south of that city where she lived up to 5 years ago when she went to live with her daughter. Mr. Martin and 2 children preceded her in death.

Those left to mourn her loss are her children - Mrs. Mary Marshall of the city, Mrs. Hannah Briggs of Mauston, George, Andrew and Chris of this city, Mrs. Emma Young, Mrs. Anna Serrurier and Mrs. Nikolena Jacobson of Mauston and 3 step-children, Mrs. Minnie TUCKER and Mart MARTIN of New Lisbon and Frank MARTIN of Racine. Mrs. Martin also leaves 2 sisters, Mrs. Thomas Thompson of Utah and Mrs. Nels Jensen of Racine and a brother Soren Jorgeson of Calif. Burial in the New Lisbon cemetery.

More About Anna Sorine Jensen Jorgensen:

Burial: New Lisbon, WI

Marriage Notes for Jens Martin and Anna Jorgensen:

Marriage Certificate Vol 9, page 66 lists Jens' father as Martin C. Rasmussen and mother is Christine C. Rasmussen. Anna's father is listed as George Sorensen and mother as Mary Sorensen. Jens' occupation is Blacksmith

Witnesses listed were:

Martin Andersen and Mary M. Jorgensen

Children of Jens Martin and Johanna Nilsen are:

4 i. Frank3 Martin, born September 14, 1864 in Racine, WI; died December 25, 1930 in Racine, WI. He married Amanda Peterson May 20, 1891 in 1710 Washington Ave. Racine, WI; born January 04, 1870 in Racine, WI; died November 28, 1961 in Racine, WI.

Notes for Frank Martin:

Frank was the son of Johanna before she married Jens C. Martin in1868.

Obituary - Journal Times dated Friday, December 26, 1930

FRANK MARTIN - 66, died last night at his home, 1710 Washington Avenue. He is survived by his wife, his brother Mart and his sister Minnie Tucker at New Lisbon. He was born and reared in Racine and lived here all his life. He was a member of the Royal Order of Moose. The funeral will be held Monday at 2 P.M. from Christensen's chapel where friends may view the body Sunday afternoon. Burial will take place in Mound Cemetery.

More About Frank Martin:

Burial: December 29, 1930, Mound Cemetery, Racine, WI

Notes for Amanda Peterson:

Amanda is buried in Mound Cemetery.

More About Amanda Peterson:

Burial: December 01, 1961, Mound Cemetery, Racine, WI

Marriage Notes for Frank Martin and Amanda Peterson:

In the Racine Evening Times dated Thursday May 21, 1891 under

TWO WEDDINGS

Peterson-Martin

Last evening at the residence of the bride's mother, 1710 Washington Avenue, Miss Amanda M., only daughter of the Late Mr. John A. Peterson, was united in marriage to Mr. Frank Martin. The groomsman was Mr. Nicholas Zinnen and Miss Lida Gebb was the bridesmaid. Rev. Dr. Spencer of the First Baptist Church united the happy couple in the presence of a genial company of friends, who pressed forward to greet the newly married couple with heartiest congratulations. A bountiful supper was partaken of and an enjoyable evening was spent by all present.

My (Karen Weiss) memories of Amanda are of an old lady with parcelled wavy hair parted down the middle and pulled back in a bun. She always came to Thanksgiving dinner at Grandma & Grandpa Tucker's house. My sister & I were too loud for her, as she always scowled at us.

5 ii. Minnie Martin, born August 31, 1868 in Racine, WI; died October 18, 1933 in New Lisbon, WI. She married Benjaman Theador Tucker6 August 18, 1888 in New Lisbon, WI7; born June 09, 1864 in Prairie du Chien, WI; died August 25, 1945 in New Lisbon, WI8.

Notes for Minnie Martin:

From the Juneau County Genealogy Obituary Scrapbook #4 Page 82

Mrs. Ben T. Tucker Died IN New Lisbon

Mrs. B.T. Tucker Was A Resident Of This Vicinity Since Childhood:

Five Sons, Six Daughters And Her Husband Survive Her.

Mrs. B.T. Tucker (nee Minnie Martin) was born in Racine, Wisconsin, August 31, 1868, and dies in her home in this city Wednesday morning, October 18, 1933.

At the age of 12 years she moved with her parents to the town of Lisbon, this county, where she remained with her parents until her marriage to Benjamin Tucker of the town of Lindina, which event took place August 18, 1888. This union was blessed with twelve children - six daughters and six sons, all of whom are living except Wilbert, who died at the age of 27 years.

The Tucker family lived first on a farm in the town of Lindina, later moving to the town of Fountain where they lived for many years before moving to New Lisbon.

Mrs. Tucker was a very industrious and ambitious woman, a fine housekeeper, and a noble mother. She admonished her children to be pure and upright before God and man. Her words of direction, cheer and comfort will never be forgotten by her loved ones.

Mrs. Tucker had been suffering for many years from an injured hip, and gradually became an invalid. She bore her sufferings most heroically. During the ten days previous to her death other complications set in and her condition became critical, ending fatally.

Mrs. Tucker is survived by the husband and following children: James of Seven Mile Creek; Mrs. Ethel Morley, Chicago; Robert, of Racine; Samuel of West Allis; Mrs. Mabel Northcott, Mrs. Edna Jacobson, Mrs. Gertie Northcott, Mrs. Myrta Larson, Harvey Tucker, Mrs. Dorothy Oakes and George Tucker of New Lisbon.

More About Minnie Martin:

Burial: New Lisbon Cemetery9

Notes for Benjaman Theador Tucker:

Benjamin is described as 5' 9" high, dark complexion, blue eyes and dark hair on his Certificate of Honorable Discharge from the State of WI National Guard. He also sold Watkins products from his horse drawn wagon. He danced at his granddaughter Norma's wedding in 1941. Not long after that time he became ill and his daughters cared for him until his death.

More About Benjaman Theador Tucker:

Burial: New Lisbon, WI

Cause of Death: Arterial Sclerosis

Medical Information: Informant Mrs. Harold Oakes

Military service: Bet. 1891 - 1898, Private Co. "D" 3rd Inf. Reg. WI Nat'l. Guard

Occupation: 1900, Farmer in the Town of Fountain - 1900 Census

Marriage Notes for Minnie Martin and Benjaman Tucker:

At 7 P.M. August 18, 1888 the ceremony was performed by the Justice of Peace, Joseph Nuttall. The witnesses were Gaylan H. and Ida Nutall.

6 iii. Mart Martin10, born 1871 in Racine Co., WI; died August 1946 in Beloit, Rock Co., WI. He married Jennie Kimberly 1895; born 1875; died July 09, 1954 in Beloit, WI.

More About Jennie Kimberly:

Burial: Beloit, WI

Children of Jens Martin and Anna Jorgensen are:

7 i. Mary3 Martin11, born March 03, 1877 in Racine Co., Racine, WI12; died August 23, 1958. She married Robert A. Marshall December 17, 1903 in Mauston, Juneau Co. WI.

8 ii. Hannah Martin13, born November 29, 1878 in Racine Co. Racine, WI14; died December 25, 1956. She married Vinton E. Briggs February 02, 1898 in New Lisbon, Juneau Co. WI.

Notes for Hannah Martin:

Birth Records of Hannah and sibling Mary were signed by Lawrence Larsen, Register of Deeds, in Mauston, WI. Date of Cert., October 22, 1938

Date of Register June 1, 1939. Taken from Family Bible & Testimony by Jno. S. Holland, Clerk of Court, Juneau Co. Vol. 93 pages 217 & 218.

Father is J.C. Martin born Denmark, mother is Anna Georgesen.

9 iii. George Martin, born December 01, 1880; died January 02, 1970 in near New Lisbon. He married (1) Ida Minerva Mason June 23, 1906 in Twn of Lisbon; died August 23, 1960 in near New Lisbon. He married (2) Estella Julia Mason June 08, 1935 in Twn of Lisbon, Juneau Co., WI; died August 23, 1960.

10 iv. Andrew Martin15, born December 27, 1882; died February 03, 1951 in Town of Lisbon.

11 v. Christian Martin, born December 10, 1884; died June 22, 1961 in Juneau Co., WI (possibly died Jan. 15, 1969). He married Lois Esma Duckworth June 04, 1909 in New Lisbon, Juneau Co. WI.

12 vi. Emma Martin, born March 08, 1887; died July 05, 1957. She married Jesse Earl Young April 04, 1913 in New Lisbon, Juneau Co. WI.

13 vii. Christina Martin, born April 22, 1889; died October 21, 1897.

14 viii. Anna Martin, born February 06, 1892; died April 12, 1969. She married Alexander Serrurier February 10, 1909 in New Lisbon, Juneau Co. WI.

15 ix. Nikolena Martin16, born July 05, 1894 in Twn of Lisbon; died November 03, 1998 in Mauston, Juneau Co. WI. She married Victor Jacobson November 10, 1915 in New Lisbon, Juneau Co. WI.

16 x. Justin Martin, born July 09, 1895; died December 31, 1895.

Endnotes

1. Jens Martin's Marriage Record Racine County, Vol.9, p.66.

2. Jens C. Martin's Obituary,New Lisbon Times dated May 2, 1900.

3. Registration of Marriage Racine Co., Racine, WI, Vol. 8, page 17, #10.

4. Death Record at Mound Cemetery, Racine, WI, Burial No. 2324.

5. Marriage Register, Racine Co. Court House, Vol. 9, pg. 66.

6. Death Certificate Juneau Co,Vol. 17 page 325.

7. Marriage & Death Registers , Juneau Co., Vol. 5, page 124.

8. Deaths Juneau Co., WI, Vol. 17, page 325.

9. New Lisbon Cemetery Book 2, Page 133.

10. Nikolina Martin Jacobson and Ralph Martin's Family Notes.

11. Birth Register, Racine Co. Court House,Vol. 93, page 217.

12. Birth Register, Racine Co. Court House, Vol. 93, p. 217.

13. Birth Register, Racine Co. Court House, Vol. 93, page 218.

14. Birth Register, Racine Co. Court House, Vol. 93, pg. 218, Person signing cert. - Lawrence Larsen, Reg. of Deeds in Mauston, WIDate of Cert. Oct. 22, 1938Date of Reg. June 1, 1939Taken from Family Bible & Testimony by Jno S. Holland Clerk of Court, Juneau Co.

15. 1900 Census Juneau Co. WI, New Lisbon, Juneau Co., sites.rootsweb.com.

16. Beth Hanley's family notes.


contributed by Karen Weiss

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