Townsend of Illinois...Divided Children
I am searching for info on my father's family. His name is Gordon Townsend. b. 1926. He is from a family of 8. They lived in the Elgin, Marengo Illinois area. His brothers are Robert, Eugene, Spencer: sisters: Gladys, Marilyn, Florence (?), Esther. They were divided in 1930..some to the Illinois children's home, some Dixon state Hospital. They were sent to foster homes. The last time he saw any of them was in 1936 when their father died. He believes that Florence was killed in an auto accident in CA. and Gladys married a man Brandt in Elgin, Il. He believes Marilyn married a man King in Wacco Tx. My father is now 77 years old and is the youngest. I believe Gladys was the oldest and b in 1915 but I am not sure. I would appreciate any info that I receive.My Dad has wondered about his family for years. Thank you