1. McDowell Co, WV; Marriage Records; Vol #__(1927); Page 13; WV Archives Web Site.
Robert Gillespie; age 48; born in Smyth Co, VA; widowed; farmer; living at Chatham Hill, VA; son
of John and Nancy; married on 16 Oct 1927 at Superior, WV; Mary E. Bowlick; age 32; born in
Yancy Co, NC; divorced; living at Superior, WV; daughter of Albert and Eula.
1. 1910 Census, Mitchell Co, NC; Cranberry Township; taken on 26 Apr 1910; Page 129B; Image 26
of 48; Family #270/270.
Listed as Merry Bowlix; age 15; born in NC; in household of father, Albert Bolick.
2. McDowell Co, WV; Marriage Records; Vol #__(1916); Page 199; WV Archives Web Site.
I.S. Spencer; age 46; born in Magoffin Co, KY; widowed; laborer; living at Superior, WV; son of
Hiram and Eliza; married on 2 Dec 1916 at Welch, WV; Mary E. Bowlick; age 21; born in Avery Co,
NC; single; daughter of A.W. and ___.
3. 1920 Census, McDowell Co, WV; Browns Creek District; Superior; taken on 7 Jan 1920; Page 13B;
Image 25 of 53; Family #225/239.
Listed as Mary Bolvlick; age 24; born in NC; single; in household of mother; Eula Bolick.
4. McDowell Co, WV; Marriage Records; Vol #__(1927); Page 13; WV Archives Web Site.
Robert Gillespie; age 48; born in Smyth Co, VA; widowed; farmer; living at Chatham Hill, VA; son
of John and Nancy; married on 16 Oct 1927 at Superior, WV; Mary E. Bowlick; age 32; born in
Yancy Co, NC; divorced; living at Superior, WV; daughter of Albert and Eula.
1. McDowell Co, WV; Marriage Records; Vol #__(1934); Page 276; WV Archives Web Site.
Charlie Chatman; age 23; born in Washington Co, VA; single; miner; living at Superior; son of
George and Mary; married on 1 Aug 1934 at Superior, WV; Vergie Bowlick; age 24; born in Avery
Co, NC; single; living at Superior, WV; daughter of Albert and Eula.
1. 1920 Census, McDowell Co, WV; Browns Creek District; Superior; taken on 7 Jan 1920; Page 13B;
Image 25 of 53; Family #225/239.
Listed as Vergie Bolvlick; age 10; born in NC; in household of mother; Eula Bolick.
2. McDowell Co, WV; Marriage Records; Vol #__(1934); Page 276; WV Archives Web Site.
Charlie Chatman; age 23; born in Washington Co, VA; single; miner; living at Superior; son of
George and Mary; married on 1 Aug 1934 at Superior, WV; Vergie Bowlick; age 24; born in Avery
Co, NC; single; living at Superior, WV; daughter of Albert and Eula.
1. McDowell Co, WV; Marriage Records; Vol #__(1934); Page 333; WV Archives Web Site.
Joe Giardina; age 25; born in McDowell Co, WV; single; miner; living at Superior, WV; son of Sam
and Rosa; married on 25 Aug 1934 at Superior, WV; Daisey Bowlick; age 21; born in McDowell Co,
WV; single; living at Superior, WV; daughter of Albert and Eula.
1. 1920 Census, McDowell Co, WV; Browns Creek District; Superior; taken on 7 Jan 1920; Page 13B;
Image 25 of 53; Family #225/239.
Listed as Daisey Bolvlick; age 1 yr, 1 mon; born in WV; in household of mother; Eula Bolick.
2. McDowell Co, WV; Marriage Records; Vol #__(1934); Page 333; WV Archives Web Site.
Joe Giardina; age 25; born in McDowell Co, WV; single; miner; living at Superior, WV; son of Sam
and Rosa; married on 25 Aug 1934 at Superior, WV; Daisey Bowlick; age 21; born in McDowell Co,
WV; single; living at Superior, WV; daughter of Albert and Eula.
1. FindAGrave.com Web Site; Mentor Township Cemetery, Mio; Oscoda Co, MI; submitted by
Twist; 3 Jan 2009.
Sam R. Giardina; born 30 May 1935; died 2 Mar 2008; buried here; no grave marker photo show;
personal photo show and obit listed.
"Sam R. Giardina, 72, of Mio, passed away Sunday, March 2, 2008, peacefully in his sleep at his home. He had fought a courageous battle of multiple myeloma, cancer of the blood, for almost six years."Sam was born May 30, 1935 in Superior, West Virginia to Joseph and Daisy Giardina. His family moved to Detroit during his childhood. He graduated from Sweetest Heart of Mary High School-Detroit in 1953 and attended Lawrence Tech majoring in architect design.
"Sam married his beloved wife Natalie on June 16, 1956.
"He served in the United States Army and was honorably discharged in September 1964.
"Sam and Natalie had three daughters and over the years their family grew in love and in size. He was the beloved father of Mary Anne (Movses) Shrikian, of Berkley, Michigan, Nancy (Tom) Doddridge of Naperville, Illinois and Toni (James) Pratt of Brighton, Michigan. Beloved grandfather of Tamar, Zaven, Tommy, Jessica, Nicholas, Kohar, and Alyssa. Dear brother of Dennis Giardina of Howell, MI and Carmela Giardina of Apple Valley, Minnesota. Beloved brother-in-law of Nancy and Dan Rasi, Josephine and Joe Chiari, Dr. Tony and Prudence Majestro, Carmela and Francus Cuomo, Margaret and Philip Cuomo and many nieces and nephews.
"Sam was preceded in death by his parents, sister Sally and niece Winona.
"Sam owned and operated the Sam Giardina Cement Company in Taylor, Michigan and was later employed at Ford Motor Company for nine years, Sam and Natalie moved to Mio in 1971. They have owned and operated Hinchman Acres Resort and Canoe Rental since April of that year, almost thirty-seven years. Sam took great pride in the canoe rental business and built it to be the largest on the AuSable River and third in the state, the result of hard work and pride in giving quality canoeing and the best service to his many repeat customers. He was a member of Michigan Association of Paddlesport Providers, Michigan Lodging Association and Mio Chamber of Commerce and has held positions in all three. Sam was a member of St. Mary Parish serving on the Parish Council and as Head Usher for many years. He was also instrumental in helping to build a new rectory for the parish.
"Sam was a member of the Michigan Knights of Columbus since 1959. His love for the Knights of Columbus and its members showed in his hard work and dedication to the Order. He was a charter member of both All Saints Council #4872 in Taylor and Our Lady of the Woods Council #7329 in Mio. In addition to holding numerous council offices and chairmanships, he served as Grand Knight in Mio for three years receiving three Star Council awards during his term. He was Building Corp president for many years and, in 1991, was instrumental in the building of Mio's Council Hall and was Hall Manager for many years.
Sam joined the Fourth Degree and Color Corp-Detroit General Assembly in 1961. He was also active in the Fourth Degree serving as Faithful Navigator of All Saints Assembly #1745-West Branch for two years. He served the Michigan State K of C office as District Deputy for four years and as Gaylord Diocesan Membership Director for two years."In September 1992, he was appointed Master of the Fourth Degree-District #3 and held the position for four years. His district included Gaylord, Marquette and Saginaw Dioceses from counties in the thumb north through the entire upper peninsula. During his term of office, he founded three new assemblies in Bayport, Birch Run and his beloved Mio. In December 2007, Sam was honored with as Sir Knight of the Year Award in Michigan-District #3.
"Sam had a zest for life that never diminished even during his illness. He had a deep love of God and his church. He loved and cared deeply for his family and was very proud of his children's and grandchildren's accomplishments.
He loved cards: Bridge, Euchre, Pinochle and especially Poker. He loved cigars. He was an avid reader and recently had discovered audio-books. He was proud of his Italian heritage. He loved cooking, trying new recipes and entertaining friends. In his younger days, he enjoyed golf, bowling, hunting, fishing and canoeing. He loved traveling with his wife, visiting with relatives in Italy and Australia and spending time in Florida in the winter. He loved all his relatives and enjoyed their company."Mass of Christian Burial: St. Mary's Catholic Church in Mio with Fr. Raymond Cotter officiating. Military honors by The Luzerne American Legion Post # 162. Burial in Mentor Township Cemetery...."
1. McDowell Co, WV; Marriage Records; Vol #__(1933); Page 293; WV Archives Web Site.
Frank Gardinia; age 23; born in McDowell Co, WV; single; miner; living at Superior, WV; son of Sam
and Rosa; married on 24 Jul 1933 at Welch, WV; Julia Tote; age 21; born in McDowell Co, WV; single;
living at Superior, WV; daughter of John and Mary.
2. McDowell Co, WV; Marriage Records; Vol #__(1938); Page 109; WV Archives Web Site.
Frank Giardina; born 25 Dec 1910 at Kimball, WV; living at Kimball, WV; son of Sam and Rosa;
married on 24 Apr 1938 at the Catholic Church at Powhatan, WV; Ann Morello; born in 1914 in
Italy; living at Northfork, WV; daughter of Jim and Vinzenjo.
3. 1940 Census, McDowell Co, WV; Northfork Dostrict; Algoma; E.D. 24-55; taken on 1 May 1940; Page
1043A; Image 7 of 58; Household #65.
Listed as Frank Giardina; age 25; born in WV; married; 6th grade education; lived in McDowell Co, WV
on 1 Apr 1935; loader in coal mine; in household of brother-in-law, Jim Morello, with wife.
1. McDowell Co, WV; Marriage Records; Vol #__(1938); Page 109; WV Archives Web Site.
Frank Giardina; born 25 Dec 1910 at Kimball, WV; living at Kimball, WV; son of Sam and Rosa;
married on 24 Apr 1938 at the Catholic Church at Powhatan, WV; Ann Morello; born in 1914 in
Italy; living at Northfork, WV; daughter of Jim and Vinzenjo.
2. 1940 Census, McDowell Co, WV; Northfork Dostrict; Algoma; E.D. 24-55; taken on 1 May 1940; Page
1043A; Image 7 of 58; Household #65.
Listed as Ann Giardina; age 25; born in Italy; married; 6th grade education; lived in same house
on 1 Apr 1935; in household of brother, Jim Morello, with husband.
1. 1910 Census, Mitchell Co, NC; Cranberry Township; taken on 26 Apr 1910; Page 129B; Image 26
of 48; Family #270/270.
Listed as Charley Bowlix; age 10; born in NC; in household of father, Albert Bolick.
2. McDowell Co, WV; Marriage Records; Vol #__(1923); Page 311; WV Archives Web Site.
C.E. Bowlick; age 24; born in Mitchell Co, NC; single; miner; living at Vivian, WV; son of Albert
and Eula; married on 8 Oct 1923 at Superior, WV; Florence Atkins; age 21; born in Monroe Co,
WV; single; daughter of Lee and Laura.
3. 1920 Census, McDowell Co, WV; Browns Creek District; Superior; taken on 7 Jan 1920; Page 13B;
Image 25 of 53; Family #225/239.
Listed as Charlie Bolvlick; age 20; born in NC; single; coal miner; in household of mother; Eula Bolick.
4. McDowell Co, WV; Death Certificate #14727; WV Archives Web Site.
Charles Bowlick; age 40; married; brakman in mine fo Consolidation Coal Co; son of Albert and Alice
(Eula) (Tolley) Bowlick; died 7 Nov 1925 at Coalwood, WV; killed instantly, mine accident; no
burial information; informant, W.D. Combs, Coalwood, WV.
1. McDowell Co, WV; Marriage Records; Vol #__(1916); Page 404; WV Archives Web Site.
Charlie Bowlick; age 21; born in Mitchell Co, NC; single; miner; living at Superior, WV; son of A.W.
and U. A.; married on 2 Sep 1916 at Welch, WV; Lela Smith; age 21; born in Carter Co, TN;
single; daughter of John and Martha.
1. 1910 Census, Mitchell Co, NC; Cranberry Township; taken on 26 Apr 1910; Page 129B; Image 26
of 48; Family #270/270.
Listed as Charley Bowlix; age 10; born in NC; in household of father, Albert Bolick.
2. McDowell Co, WV; Marriage Records; Vol #__(1923); Page 311; WV Archives Web Site.
C.E. Bowlick; age 24; born in Mitchell Co, NC; single; miner; living at Vivian, WV; son of Albert
and Eula; married on 8 Oct 1923 at Superior, WV; Florence Atkins; age 21; born in Monroe Co,
WV; single; daughter of Lee and Laura.
3. 1920 Census, McDowell Co, WV; Browns Creek District; Superior; taken on 7 Jan 1920; Page 13B;
Image 25 of 53; Family #225/239.
Listed as Charlie Bolvlick; age 20; born in NC; single; coal miner; in household of mother; Eula Bolick.
4. McDowell Co, WV; Death Certificate #14727; WV Archives Web Site.
Charles Bowlick; age 40; married; brakman in mine fo Consolidation Coal Co; son of Albert and Alice
(Eula) (Tolley) Bowlick; died 7 Nov 1925 at Coalwood, WV; killed instantly, mine accident; no
burial information; informant, W.D. Combs, Coalwood, WV.
1. 1910 Census, McDowell Co, WV; Browns Creek District; taken on 20 Apr 1910; Page 132A;
Family #164/166.
Listed as Florence Workman; age 8; born in WV; in household of father, Robert L. Workman.
2. Wyoming Co, WV; Marriage Records; Vol #__(1917); Page 161; WV Archives Web Site.
Millard Atkins; age 24; born in Wyoming Co, WV; single; living at Sausville, WV; son of_______;
married on 13 Mar 1917 at the bride's parents house; Florence Workman; age 16; born in Wyoming
(sic, Monroe) Co, WV; single; living at Saulsville, WV; daughter of R.L. Workman.
3. McDowell Co, WV; Marriage Records; Vol #__(1923); Page 311; WV Archives Web Site.
C.E. Bowlick; age 24; born in Mitchell Co, NC; single; miner; living at Vivian, WV; son of Albert
and Eula; married on 8 Oct 1923 at Superior, WV; Florence Atkins; age 21; born in Monroe Co,
WV; single; daughter of Lee and Laura.
4. 1930 Census, McDowell Co, WV; Browns Creek District; taken on 25 Apr 1930; Page 220A;
Image #55 of 75; Family #489/506.
Listed as Florence Bowlick; age 28; born in WV; widow; married at 15; head of household.
5. Tazewell Co, VA; Marriage License #7126; Ancestry.com Web Site.
Basil Gross; age 26; born in McDowell Co, WV; single; miner; living at Big Four, WV; son of Levi and
Rachel (Church) Gross; married on 5 Feb 1940 in Tazewell, VA; Florence Bowlick; maiden name,
Workman; age 37; born in McDowell Co, WV; two previous marriages; living at Kimball, WV;
daughter of R.L. and Mary (Mitchem) Workman.
1. 1930 Census, McDowell Co, WV; Browns Creek District; taken on 25 Apr 1930; Page 220A;
Image #55 of 75; Family #489/506.
Listed as Archie Bowlick; age 5; born in WV; in household of mother, Florence Atkins Bolick.