Charles E. Serl
John Kelley was born August 12, 1841, in Belfast, Northern Ireland, and died July 23, 1906, in Clearbrook, Whatcom Co., WA, at age 64. Buried in Lakeside Cemetery, Whatcom Co., WA. He is the son of Unknown.
Mary Agnes Campbell was born January 6, 1864, in Semiahmoo, Whatcom Co., Washington Territory, and died September 3, 1937, at her home, Clearbrook, Whatcom Co., WA, at age 73. Buried in Lakeside Cemetery, Whatcom Co., WA. She is the daughter of William H. Campbell of Northern Ireland and Matilda Allard of Hamilton, British Columbia, Canada.
John Kelley and Mary Agnes Campbell were married July 5, 1880, in Whatcom Co., Washington Territory.
John Kelley and Mary Agnes (Campbell) Kelley had several children:
Mary Agnes (Campbell) Kelley then married Charles E. Serl.
Charles E. "Charley" Serl was born April 20, 1865, in Mayfield Twp., Grand Traverse Co., MI, and died March 6, 1945, in Onalaska, Lewis Co., WA, at age 79. He is the son of Henry Searle of Hope Twp., Durham Co., Canada West, and Charlotte Clarinda Fuller of Pennsylvania. Possibly buried at Ferndale Cemetery, Chehalis, WA, but his grave has not been located. Some students transcribed most of the cemetery, and he's not in it.
Charles E. Serl and Mary Agnes (Campbell) Kelley were married October 11, 1911, in Bellingham, Whatcom Co., WA.
Charles E. Serl and Mary Agnes (Campbell) (Kelley) Serl had no children.
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Mary Agnes (Campbell) (Kelley) Serl is buried in Lakeside Cemetery, Whatcom Co., WA. Thanks to Find-A-Grave for making this image available.
History of Whatcom County Volume 2, Lottie Roeder Roth, pub. 1926, pgs. 208-211
Serl, Mrs. Mary A.
Among the native daughters of Whatcom county, who have been eye witnesses of and participants in the wonderful transformation that has taken place here during the past four decades is Mrs. Mary A. Serl, widely and favorably known to a large circle of acquaintances. She has always lent her influence for the advancement of all measures for the betterment of the people and community welfare, and, because of her kindliness and tact, her friendliness and her hospitality, she has a host of loyal and devoted friends.
Mary Agnes Campbell was born at Semiahmoo, Whatcom county, and is a daughter of William M. and Matilda (Allard) Campbell. The father was a native of the north of Ireland, while the mother's birth occurred in Hamilton, British Columbia. The father came to the United States when seventeen years of age, and for a time was employed as a drug clerk at Philadelphia. He then went to Pit River, British Columbia, where he took up a homestead when about twenty-one years of age; proved up on it; cleared a portion of the tract and lived thereon for a few years, but went to Cariboo and Douglas during the gold rush of the '70s. He met with success in his search for the yellow metal and then returned to his ranch for a short time. On his removal to the Sumas prairie, British Columbia, he bought a three hundred and twenty acre farm, to the operation of which he devoted himself until his accidental death, about 1887. He was survived a number of years by his widow, whose death occurred about 1895. They were the parents of two children, Mary Agnes and Jennie.
Mary Agnes Campbell received her educational training in a convent school at New Minster, British Columbia, and in the public schools. On July 5, 1880, at the age of seventeen years, she became the wife of John Kelley, who was born in Belfast, Ireland, August 12, 1841, and whose death occurred July 23, 1906. When about ten years of age Mr. Kelley had gone to live with an uncle in Australia, remaining there three years, during which time he herded sheep and cattle. In 1872 he came to the United States, landing at San Francisco, California, and then went to work in the redwood timber, following that occupation until 1878, when he came to the Nooksack valley and filed on a homestead, which is located at Clearbrook, three miles north of Everson. After his marriage, Mr. and Mrs. Kelley located on this farm, their first home being in a small, split-cedar, two room house. He at once started clearing the land and in the course of time developed a splendid farm. He was a man of indomitable energy and perseverance, was of fine character, and throughout the community was held in the highest regard by his fellow citizens.
To Mr. and Mrs. Kelley were born the following children: Mrs. Carrie E. Furness, of Bellingham, who is the mother of six children, Jack, Josephine, Birch, Walter, Irene and Lorene; William John, who is unmarried and remains at home; Thomas R., who is married and has four children, Raymond, Kathleen, Laverne and Teresa Mary; Albert F., who died in 1912; Walter L., who is now a student in the State Normal School at Bellingham, and Clifford, who is at home. On October 11, 1911, Mrs. Kelley became the wife of Charles E. Serl, who was born in Michigan, April 20, 1865.
The farm of Mrs. Serl is well improved in every respect, all of the buildings being of a substantial and attractive type. The home was built in 1889, the latest barn in 1914, and silos were erected in 1917 and 1918. Special attention is given to dairying, for which purpose the family keep twenty-five head of high grade cows and a registered Guernsey bull. The land is largely devoted to hay, grain and peas, practically all of which is fed to the stock. They also keep a number of hogs. The farm is managed in a business like manner, good judgement being shown in the matter of crops and other phases of farm operation. Mrs. Serl is a member of the Whatcom County Dairymen's Association and is deeply interested in everything pertaining to the welfare of the community, where she is held in the highest regard.
John Kelley was born August 12, 1841, in Belfast, Northern Ireland.
Mary Agnes Campbell was born January 6, 1864, in Semiahmoo, Whatcom Co., Washington Territory.
Charles E. Serl was born April 20, 1865, in Mayfield Twp., Grand Traverse Co., MI.
The 1870 U. S. Census taken on July 26, 1870, shows Henry Serl (age 35) born in Canada West with real estate worth $1,000 and personal estate worth $300 and both parents of foreign birth is a Farmer living in Mayfield Twp., Grand Traverse Co., MI. Living with him is is wife Charlotte Serl (age 35) born in Pennsylvania with her father of foreign birth, who is Keeping House. Also living at home are five children, with the father being of foreign birth: Harriet Serl (age 9) born in Illinois; Adam Serl (age 7) born in Illinois; Charles Serl (age 5) born in Michigan; Ida Serl (age 3) born in Michigan; and Samuel Serl (age 1) born in Michigan.
The 1880 U. S. Census taken on June 4, 1880, shows John Kelley (age 39) born in Ireland to Irish-born parents is an unmarried Farmer and is living in Nooksack Pct., Whatcom Co., Washington Territory. Also living there is Albert Cuming (age 34) born in England to English-born parents, an unmarried Farmer.
The 1880 U. S. Census taken on June 4, 1880, shows John Harkness (age 38) born in Canada to Scottish-born parents is a Farmer and is living in Nooksack Pct., Whatcom Co., Washington Territory. Living with him is his wife, Christina Harkness (age 25) born in Canada to Canadian and Scottish-born parents, who Keeps House. Also living there are his four children, all born to Canadian-born parents: James Harkness (age 11) born in Michigan; Eric Harkness (age 10) born in Michigan; Mary Harkness (age 5) born in Michigan; and Annie Harkness (age 3) born in Washington Territory. Also living there is Mary Campbell (age 16) born in British Columbia to Irish and British Columbian-born parents, an unmarried Boarder without an occupation.
The 1880 U. S. Census taken on June 10, 1880, shows Henry Serl (age 43) born in Canada to English-born parents, and who cannot read or write, is a married Farmer, and is living in Walnut Creek Precinct, Webster Co., NE. Living with him are: his wife, Charlotte Serl (age 44) born in Pennsylvania to Pennsylvania-born parents, who is Keeping House; his unmarried daughter, Harriet Serl (age 18) born in Illinois to Canada and Pennsylvania-born parents, who is Keeping House; his unmarried son, Adam A. Serl (age 17) born in Illinois to Canada and Pennsylvania-born parents, and who cannot read or write, who Works on Farm; his son, Chas. C. Serl (age 15) born in Michigan to Canada and Pennsylvania-born parents, and who cannot write, who Works on Farm; his daughter, Ida A. Serl (age 18) born in Michigan to Canada and Pennsylvania-born parents; his son, Albert G. Serl (age 12) born in Michigan to Canada and Pennsylvania-born parents, and who cannot write; his son, Willis Hy. Serl (age 7) born in Michigan to Canada and Pennsylvania-born parents; his son, Ralph R. Serl (age 5) born in Nebraska to Canada and Pennsylvania-born parents; and his daughter, Lillie M. Serl (age 2) born in Nebraska to Canada and Pennsylvania-born parents.
On June 17, 1880, Tilla Serl (age 18) born in Illinois to Canadian and Pennsylvania-born parents is also listed as a Servant in the Edward Kellogg household in Red Cloud Precinct, Webster Co., NE.
The 1885 Kansas State Census dated March 1, 1885, shows Henry Serl (age 48) born in Canada and having come to Kansas from Nebraska is a Farmer living in Valverde Twp., Sumner Co., KS. Living with him is Charlote Serl (age 49) born in Pennsylvania. Also living there are six unmarried Serl children, all born in Michigan: Chas. Serl (age 20); Ida Serl (age 17); Burt Serl (age 16); Willis Serl (age 11); Ralph Serl (age 9); and Lilly Serl (age 7).
The 1887 Washington Territorial Census taken on May 12, 1887, shows John Kelley (age 44) born in Ireland is a married Farmer and is living in Whatcom Co., Washington Territory. Living with him is Mary Kelley (age 24) married and born in British Columbia. Also living there are the following children, all born in Washington Territory: Carrie Kelley (age 6); William Kelley (age 4); Thomas Kelley (age 2); and Albert Kelley (age 1).
New Whatcom Directory, 1891
Serl, A. A., carpenter, Elk street, near Oak
The 1900 U. S. Census taken on June 7, 1900, shows Henry Searl (age 62) born March 1838 in Canada (English) to English-born parents and emigrating in 1851 and a naturalized citizen is a Farmer married for 38 years who owns his own farm and living alone in Clearbrook Precinct, Whatcom Co., WA.
The 1900 U. S. Census taken on June 4, 1900, shows Charles Serels (age 35) born April 1865 in Michigan to English Canadian and New York-born parents is an unmarried Day Laborer and owns his own farm free of a mortgage and is living in Lynden Town, Sumas City, Clearbrook Precinct, Whatcom Co., WA. Living with him are: his unmarried brother, Ralph R. Serels (age 24) born August 1875 in Michigan to English Canadian and New York-born parents, a Farm Laborer; and his married mother, Scharlott C. Serels (age 64) born March 1836 in New York to New York-born parents, with 7 of the 9 children born to her still alive.
The 1900 U. S. Census taken on June 4, 1900, shows John Kelley (age 55) born August 1844 in Ireland to Irish-born parents and having immigrated in 1880 and a Naturalized citizen is Farming and owns his own farm with a mortgage and is living in Lynden Town, Sumas City, Clearbrook Precinct, Whatcom Co., WA. Living with him is his wife of 20 years, Mary A. Kelley (age 39) born January 1861 in English Canada to Irish and English Canadian-born parents and having immigrated in 1880, with all 5 of the children born to her still alive. Also living with him are his four unmarried children, all born in Washington to Irish and English Canadian-born parents: Carry E. Kelley (age 18) born July 1881; Thomas R. Kelley (age 16) born March 1884; Albert F. Kelley (age 13) born April 1887; and Walter L. Kelley (age 4) born October 1895. An unmarried Boarder also lives in the household.
Leigh Larson note: The Kelley and Serels farms are almost adjacent to each other. Following the death of John Kelley, Mary Agnes (Campbell) Kelley would marry Charles E. Serl.
The 1900 U. S. Census taken on June 7, 1900, shows Ambrose A. Weeks (age 53) born March 1847 in Michigan to Michigan-born parents is an unemployed Cook renting his home at 3103 Pacific Avenue, 3rd Ward, City of Everett, Snohomish Co., WA. Living there is his wife of 8 years, Ida B. Weeks (age 33) born April 1867 in Michigan to English Canadian and Pennsylvania-born parents, with all 4 of the children born to her still living, all born in Washington to Michigan-born parents: Daphen R. Weeks (age 7) born October 1892; Nettie May Weeks (age 5) born January 1895; Cecil I. Weeks (age 3) born March 1897; and Goldie M. Weeks (age 1) born April 1899. Also living there as a Housekeeper is Ambrose's mother-in-law, Charlotte C. Serl (age 63) born March 1833 in Pennsylvania to Pennsylvania-born parents, and has been married for 40 years with 8 of the 9 children born to her still alive.
The 1901 Canadian Census taken on April 17, 1901, shows Adam A. Serl (age 38) born February 2, 1863 in the United States and having immigrated in 1896 and Naturalized in 1899 is a Farmer living in Chilliwack, New Westminster District, B. C. Living with him is his wife, Maud L. Serl (age 29) born August 30, 1871 in the United States and having immigrated in 1897. Also living there are his two sons, both in the United States and having immigrated in 1897: Ira. A. Serl (age 13) born September 3, 1887; and Roy Serl (age 11) born October 13, 1889.
1902 Whatcom County Directory for Clearbrook, Whatcom Co., WA, (1901-1902)
Serl, C. E., farmer. Serl, Mrs. Henry (C. C.). Serl, Henry, farmer.
John Kelley died July 23, 1906, in Clearbrook, Whatcom Co., WA, at age 64.
The 1910 U. S. Census taken on April 22, 1910, shows Henry Serl (age 85) born in New York to New York-born parents is retired and owning his own farm with a mortgage and is living in Clearbrook Precinct, Whatcom Co., WA. Living with him is his wife of 50 years, Charlotte Serl (age 85) born in New York to New York-born parents, with 7 of the 8 children born to her still alive. Also living there are his two unmarried sons, both born to New York-born parents: Charles E. Serl (age 45) born in Michigan, a General Farm Farmer; and Ralph Serl (age 26) born in Nebraska, a Farm Laborer.
The 1910 U. S. Census taken on April 22, 1910, shows John Kalley (age 50) born in English Canada to English Canadian-born parents with 6 of the 7 children born to her still alive and having immigrated in 1888 is Widowed General Farm Farmer and owns her own farm free of a mortgage and is living in Clearbrook Precinct, Whatcom Co., WA. Living with her are her 5 unmarried children, all born in Washington to Irish and English Canadian-born parents: Carrie Kalley (age 28); William Kalley (age 26) a Public School Teacher; Thomas Kalley (age 25) a Bookkeeper on the Home Farm; Walter Kalley (age 14); and Clifford Kalley (age 8).
Leigh Larson note: The Kalley and Serl farms are adjacent to each other. Following the death of John Kelley, Mary Agnes (Campbell) Kelley would marry Charles E. Serl.
The 1910 U. S. Census taken on April 19, 1910, shows Albert A. Kelley (age 23) born in Washington to Irish and French Canadian-born parents is an unmarried Logger in a Logging Camp and is Boarding in Clearbrook Pct., Whatcom Co., WA.
The 1910 U. S. Census taken on April 27, 1910, shows Ambrose E. Weeks (age 64) born in Michigan to New York and Ohio-born parents is an Odd Jobs Laborer renting his home for $15/month and is living at 3103 Pacific Avenue, 3rd Ward, City of Everett, Snohomish Co., WA. Living there is his wife of 18 years, Ida B. Weeks (age 43) born in Michigan to English Canadian and Pennsylvania-born parents, with all 7 of the children born to her still alive. Also living there are his unmarried children, all born in Washington to Michigan-born parents: Daphen R. Weeks (age 17), a Paper Mill Laborer; Nettie M. Weeks (age 15), a Private Family Servant; Irene C. Weeks (age 13); Goldie M. Weeks (age 11); John A. Weeks (age 9); Clyde O. Weeks (age 6); and Roy E. Weeks (age 4). Also living there as a Housekeeper is Ambrose's mother-in-law, Charlotte C. Serl (age 74) born in Pennsylvania to Pennsylvania-born parents, in her second marriage, and has been married for 52 years, with 7 of the 9 children born to her still alive.
Charles E. Serl and Mary Agnes (Campbell) Kelley Marriage Record.
Pictures courtesy of Kerry Serl.
The 1911 Canadian Census taken on June 6, 1911, shows A. A. Serl (age 47) born February 1863 in the United States and having immigrated in 1897 and Naturalized in 1901 is a Farmer living in New Westminster District, B. C. Living with him is his wife, M. L. Serl (age 38) born August 1872 in the United States and having immigrated in 1897. Also living there are his two unmarried sons, both in the United States and having immigrated in 1897: Ira. A. Serl (age 23) born September 1887, a Farmer; and Roy R. Serl (age 21) born October 1889, a Farmer. A Laborer and a Servant also live in the household.
Charlotte Clarinda (Fuller) Serl died January 13, 1913, in the City of Everett, Snohomish Co., WA, at age 77.
The Bellingham Herald, Washington, January 18, 1913
SUMAS -
SUMAS, Jan. 18. - A. Serl went to Everett on Tuesday, having received a message on Monday that his mother, Mrs. Charlott Serl had passed away that morning, at the home of her daughter, Mrs. A. Weeks. Mrs. Charlott Serl was quite well known at Clearbrook, where she had resided for several years until quite recently she went to make her home with her daughter. She leaves five sons, Adam of Sumas, Charles of Clearbrook, Albert of Oklahoma, William of Uma, Colorado and Ralph of Clearbrook. Two daughters, Mrs. Nelson, in Florida and Mrs. Weeks with whom she resided at her death. Interment was made at Everett, Wash.
John Henry Serl died April 23, 1915, in Fort Steilacoom, Pierce Co., WA, at age 79. Buried in Western State Hospital Memorial Cemetery, Steilacoom, Pierce Co., WA.
Henry Serl is buried in Western State Hospital Memorial Cemetery, Steilacoom, Pierce Co., WA.
The 1920 U. S. Census taken on February 3, 1920, shows Charles C. Serl (age 55) born in Michigan to Canadian (English) and Pennsylvania-born parents is a General Farm Farmer owning his own farm with a mortgage and is living in Nooksack Twp., Whatcom Co., WA. Living with him is his wife, Mary A. Serl (age 55) born in Washington to Northern Ireland and Canadian (English)-born parents. Also living there are two unmarried step-sons, both born in Washington to Northern Ireland and Washington-born parents: William Kelly (age 36) a Laborer on the Home Farm; and Clifford C. Kelly (age 18), a Laborer on the Home Farm.
The 1920 U. S. Census taken on February 4, 1920, shows John McKay (age 63) born in English Canada to Scottish-born parents is a General Farm Farmer owning his own farm with a mortgage and is living in Nooksack Twp., Whatcom Co., WA. Living with him is his wife, Elizabeth R. McKay (age 50) born in Pennsylvania to German-born parents. Also living there are two unmarried children, both born in Washington to English Canada and Scottish-born parents: Douglas A. McKay (age 16); and Ruth McKay (age 13). Also living there is his unmarried brother: James McKay (age 53) born in English Canada to Scottish-born parents. Also living there is an unmarried Employee: Ralph Serl (age 40) born in Washington to Michigan and Washington-born parents, a Laborer on a General Farm.
The 1920 U. S. Census taken on January 13, 1920, shows Lorn J. Furnace (age 39) born in New York to New York-born parents is a Telephone Line Laborer renting his home and is living on Garfield Street, City of Sumas, Noaksack Twp., Whatcom Co., WA. Living with him is his wife, Carrie E. Furnace (age 38) born in Washington to Irish and English Canadian-born parents. Also living there are his four children, all born in Washington to New York and Washington-born parents: John W. Furnace (age 8); William B. Furnace (age 6); Walter A. Furnace (age 5); and Irene Furnace (age 3-11/12).
The 1930 U. S. Census taken on April 14, 1930, shows Charles C. Serl (age 65) born in Michigan to Canadian (English) and Pennsylvania-born parents and first married at age 46 is a Farmer owning his own farm and living in Nooksack Twp., Whatcom Co., WA. Living with him is his wife, Mary A. Serl (age 66) born in Washington to Northern Ireland and English Canadian-born parents and first married at age 16, a Laborer in a Variety Garden. Also living there are his two unmarried step-sons, both born in Washington to Northern Ireland and Washington-born parents: William J. Kelly (age 46) a Farm Laborer; and Clifford C. Kelly (age 28) Unemployed. Also living there is his grandson, Jack Furness (age 18) born in Washington to Washington and Michigan-born parents.
The 1930 U. S. Census taken on April 17, 1930, shows Ralph Searles (age 54) born in Nebraska to United States-born parents is an unmarried Inmate in the Whatcom County Home, Ferndale Twp., Whatcom Co., WA.
Mary Agnes (Campbell) (Kelley) Serl died September 3, 1937, at her home, Clearbrook, Whatcom Co., WA, at age 73. Buried in Lakeside Cemetery, Whatcom Co., WA.
The Bellingham Herald, Bellingham, WA, Saturday, September 4, 1937
Mary Agnes Serl, County Resident 58 Years, Called
For fifty-eight years a resident of that district, Mrs. Mary Agnes Serl died at her home in Clearbrook Friday, aged 73 years. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, September 8, at 2 p. m., at the Gillies mortuary home in Sumas. Rev. Mintor Perdue, Lynden, will officiate. Burial will follow in Lakeside cemetery, at Clearbrook. Mrs. Serl is survived by her husband, Charles E. Serl; four sons, Thomas R. Kelly, Bellingham; W. J. Kelly, Walter L. Kelly and Clifford C. Kelly, all at home, and twelve grandchildren.
AKA: John Serl or Henry Serl
The Centralia Washington Daily Chronicle, Centralia, Lewis Co., WA, Friday, August 18, 1933
MRS. SERL DIES
CHEHALIS, Aug. 18 - Mrs. Maude L. Serl, 62, died yesterday afternoon at Onalaska, where she had resided the past five years. She had been ill four months. Mrs. Serl was a member of Mt. Baker Rebekah lodge. She is survived by her widower, A. A. Serl of Onalaska; two sons, Ira A. and Roy R. Serl of Abbotsford, B. C.; her mother, Mrs. Mary Roberts and a brother, W. W. Roberts of Seattle, and four grandchildren. The body was removed to the Fissel funeral home.
The Centralia Washington Daily Chronicle, Centralia, Lewis Co., WA, Monday, October 3, 1938
Onalaska Resident Removed by Death
CHEHALIS, Oct. 3 - Adam O. Serl, 62, a resident of Onalaska for the past 10 years, died there yesterday. He was a member of the I. O. O. F. Services were held at 11 o'clock this morning at the John W. Boone mortuary here after which the body was shipped to Clearbrook, Wash., for burial at the Lakeside cemetery. He is survived by two sons, Ira, Abbotsford, B. C., and Ray Serl, Huntington, B. C., and a brother, Clarence Serl, Emerson.
Charles E. "Charley" Serl died March 6, 1945, in Onalaska, Lewis Co., WA, at age 79.
Ira Adam Serl married Altha Beebe September 3, 1912, in Upper Sumas, B. C., Canada.
Cora Altha (Beebe) Serl died July 17, 1937, in Abbotsford, B. C., Canada at age 45.
Ira Adam Serl died January 17, 1956, in Vancouver, B. C., Canada at age 68.
Roy Roland Serl married Clara Schiller March 18, 1914, in Straiton, B. C., Canada.
Roy Roland Serl died May 16, 1970, in Matsqui, B. C., Canada at age 80.
LAKESIDE CEMETERY
Lakeside Cemetery (also known as Clearbrook Cemetery and Van Buren Cemetery) is located on the north side of Pangborn Road, a short distance west of Trap Line Road, adjacent to Pangborn Lake (SW1/4 of NE1/4 of Sec 1, T40N R3E). From I-5, take the Sumas exit/Exit256 (State Highway 539, Meridian St. and Lynden also are on the highway signage). Proceed north 12.5 miles on Meridian St. (which becomes Guide Meridian after about a mile) to East Badger Road, also known as State Highway 546. Turn right and continue east on East Badger Road for 6 miles to Trap Line Road. Turn left (north) on Trap Line Road and continue 1.2 miles to Pangborn Road. Turn left (west) on Pangborn Road and continue .2 of a mile to the cemetery entrance.
In the past, this cemetery has been referred to as Clearbrook Cemetery, Pangborn Lake Cemetery and Van Buren Cemetery. A one and one-half acre plot, more or less, was donated in June 1899 by Henry C. EHLERS to the trustees of the Lakeside Cemetery Association of Clearbrook, Whatcom Co, WA. This area had been a portion of his large orchard. A number of burials on family farms and at least five from the Perry Cemetery were reinterred here. An additional acre was purchased and added in 1921. In 1974 Whatcom County Cemetery District No. 11 was formed, including this cemetery within its borders, assuring future care.
Cemetery records contain a high percentage of the burials, stating birthplace, date of death, last residence, age and often marital status.