Saunders/Kaesemeyer

Welcome to the Saunders family page. Here is a summary of what you will find:

The Family History  begins with a brief overview of the Saunders, Kerby, and Kaesemeyer familes by Helen Saunders Mahony written in 1990.  A  family tree, documents, and photos on the Kaesemeyers going back to the early 1800’s are next. Photos and some key documents on the Saunders family follow.

The Saunders page is dedicated to George S Saunders, Sr. He was a loyal brother, friend, and son, a war hero, business founder, star athlete, and father of eight. Enjoy the photos, documents, and letters that tell the story of his life. Don’t miss the interview of George, Sr conducted by Rosebud (don’t know the origin of the name!)  Saunders for her language arts class in 1995. The story about Jack getting caught skipping school is a classic.

Family Letters contains letters from several family members from the 1920s through the 1980s.  Whether the communications  are from Germany during world War II or a simple note to a sister after having her first child the common themes are here once again: expressions of love and support for family with a healthy dose of humor.  Not sure what to make of it but let me share this story: I was deeply moved by a letter from Theordore Kaesemeyer (my great grandfather) to my oldest brother Dennis written in 1941 not long after he was born. An awesome letter, however, the handwritten version was a real challenge to read so I took the time to prepare a typed version as I didn’t want people to miss this special note. Two months later, while reviewing the letters Kerby gave me I noticed a letter from Theodore to his daughter Margaret on Mother’s Day 1944. Needless to say the letter is amazing in terms of his perspective on life and family. What gave me the chills is that someone had taken the time to type this letter out, I assume for the same reasons I did. Make of that what you will!

The Milestones, Photos and Video sections are open for business. I look forward to posting the photos, documents, articles, etc. submitted by the Saunders family for many years to come. Of note is a brief Milestones tribute to my cousin Greg: I am hopeful this post will grow with photos and stories as time goes on. 

Respectfully,

Art Mahony,

September 2012

 

 

 

 

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