United States of America
George FRAKE, born 1815, Castle Donington, Leicestershire, son of William and Orange (HODSON) FRAKE/FRAKES (See Chapter 9, #1). He died Mar 1846, Wheeling, Cook County, Illinois (near Chicago). He is buried in Wheeling Cemetery.
George married Amy TAYLOR 3 Oct 1837, Derby, Derbyshire, England. She was born 1812, Derby St. Peter, Derbyshire, England, daughter of John and Elizabeth (___?___) TAYLOR at Derby St. Peter. Amy died 9 Jul 1887, Cook County, Illinois, U.S.A. Amy's brother, Thomas TAYLOR, also immigrated to Wheeler, Cook County, Illinois. He named one of his daughter's after Amy, as she named one of her sons after him.
In 1841, the census shows Amy FREAKE age 25 living on Forest Lane in Loughborourgh, Leicestershire, England. She was said to have been born in Leicestershire, England. With her was her son James FREAKE age 2 months, born Leicestershire, England. They were living with Amy's parents, John (75) and Elizabeth (60) TAYLOR. Both said to have been born in Leicestershire, England. John was a Grazier.
On 25 Feb 1844, George FREAKE age 30, Aymee FREAKE age 32, James FREAKE age 3 and Thomas FREAKE age 1 arrived in New York, New York, United States of America on the Montezuma, settling in Wheeling, Cook County, Illinois. Not far from Chicago. George was listed as a Horse Dealer. Also on the ship with them were Amy's parents, John (70) and Elizabeth (68) TAYLOR. John died on the voyage. He was listed as a farmer. His age was wrong. (Note: ancestry.com has the name listed as TREAKE and it is actually written as FREAKE on the record.)
On 2 Aug 1850, the census shows John (54) and Anna (38) HENLY living in Newton Township, Cook County, Illinois. Both said to have been born in England. Their real estate was valued at $4,000. With them were: Frederick HENLY age 24, born England; Thos HENLY age 20, born England; Harlburt HENLY age 15, born England; Charles HENLY age 13 born England; Clarrs HENLY age 11, born England; James FLAKE age 9, born England; Thos FLAKE age 6, born England; and Robert HENLEY age 3, born Illinois. (Note: ancestry.com has the HENLY named listed as HELEY.)
After the death of George, Amy married 2nd John HENLEY, a farmer in Northfield, who raised Amy's children.
On 20 Jul 1860, the census shows Amy (48) and John (64) HENLEY living in Northfield Township, Cook County, Illinois. Both said to have been born in England. John was a farmer. Their real estate was valued at $8,000 and personal property at $1,500. With them were their children: Charles HENLEY age 22, born England; Clara HENLEY age 20, born England; and Robert HENLEY age 12, born Illinois. Also with them were Amy's son's: James FRAKE age 19, born Illinois; and Thomas FRAKE age 17, Illinois. James was a school teacher at the time.
On 18 Jun 1880, the census shows the widowed Amy HENLEY age 68, living in Northfield Township, Cook County, Illinois. She and her parents were said to have been born in England. With her was her single son, Robert HENLEY age 32, born Illinois and parents in England. Robert was a farmer.
Timothy FRAKE of Crystal Lake, McHenry County, Illinois is descended from George.
Children of George and Amy (TAYLOR) FRAKE:
1. James FRAKE, born 20 Mar 1841, Loughborough, Leicestershire, England.
James married 1st Melinda DOTY.
James married 2nd Evelyn M. ALLEN.
(See #1 following)
1-4-2. Thomas FRAKE, born Mar 1844, Loughborough, Leicestershire, England.
Thomas married Katherine ___?___.
(See #2 following)
James F. FRAKE,, born 29 Mar 1841, Loughborough, Leicestershire, England, son of George and Amy (TAYLOR) FRAKE. James died 13 May 1911, Cook County, Illinois. U.S.A.
James married 1st Melinda DOTY 20 Nov 1869, Cook County, Illinois. She was born 20 Oct 1845, Frankfort, Will County, Illinois. Melinda died 12 Nov 1873, Chicago, Cook County, Illinois.
James married 2nd Evelyn M. ALLEN 30 Dec 1874, Cook County, Illinois. She was born Jul 1843, Illinois, daughter of John ALLEN, Sr, of Elk Grove, Illinois. Evelyn died 28 Apr 1909, Cook County, Illinois.
James was an attorney in Chicago.
On 31 Aug 1844, James immigrated to the United States with his mother.
On 23 Jun 1870, the census shows James (25) and Malinda (28) FROCK living in Chicago, Cook County, Illinois. John was born in England. Malind was born in Illinois. John was a lawyer.
On 19 Sep 1870, James became a naturalized citizen of the United States at Cook County, Illinois.
On 7 Jun 1900, the census shows James (58) and Evelyn A. (56) FRAKE living in Chicago, Cook County, Illinois. With them were their children Allen FRAKE age 18, born Apr 1882, Illinois; and Emily FRAKE age 12, born Aug 1887, Illinois.
On 24 Nov 1902, Evelyn wrote a letter to Alexander Graham Bell. The letter is in the possession of the Library of Congress. The letter was about a deaf school in Chicago. They were living at 625 Fulton Street, Chicago, Cook County, Illinois at the time of the letter.
On 27 Jun 1905, James FRAKE applied for a passport for the purpose to travel to England. It states that he was born 29 Mar 1841, Loughborough, England. It states that he immigrated to the United States fromt he port at Liverpool, England on 31 Aug 1844. That he had been living in Cook County, Illinois for the last 60 years. He had the occupation of a lawyer. He was 64 years of age, 6 feet in height, high forehead, hazel to brown eyes, prominent nose, small mouth, medium chin, light brown to gray hair, and fair complexion. He was traveling with a friend named George F. L ? .
On 1 May 1910, the census shows the widowed James F. FRAKE age 60, living in Chicago, Cook County, Illinois. He was born in England, as were his parents. John was a lawyer. With him were his children Allen F. FRAKE age 28; and Emily A. FRAKE age 22. Children born in Illinois. Also living there was his niece Mary HENLEY age 26, born Illinois. Mary's parents were born in England. Allen was a lawyer. Emily and Mary were school teachers.
On 8 Jan 1920, the census shows Allen FRAKE age 37 and his sister Emily A. FRAKE age 31, living in Chicago, Cook County, Illinois. Allen was a lawyer with his own practice. Emily was a public school teacher.
Children of James and Evelyn M. (ALLEN) FRAKE:
1-1. James FRAKE, born 1875/76, Cook County, Illinois. James died 31 Dec 1881, Chicago, Cook County, Illinois, age of 5. (Death Record #13874)
On 2 Jan 1883, The Daily Inter Ocean (Chicago, Cook County, Illinois) has, "DIED - FRAKE - Dec. 31, of typhoid fever, Jimmie, only child of James and Evelyn ALLEN FRAKE aged 5 years 3 months and 28 days. Notice of funeral hereafter. FRAKE - The funeral of Jimmie FRAKE will take place from the residence of his parents, 625 Fullerton Street, at 10:45 to-day, by train to Rose Hill. Friends invited."
1-2. Allen F. FRAKE, born Apr 1882, Cook County, Illinois. Allen died 21 Jan 1920, Chicago, Cook County, Illinois.
On 12 Sep 1918, Allen's World War 1 Draft Registration Card has, Allen FRAKE age 36, born 12 Apr 1882. He was living in Chicago, Cook County, Illinois. He was a lawyer. His nearest relative was Emily Allen FRAKE of Chicago. He was tall with medium build, hazel eyes and brown hair.
1-3. Evelyn FRAKE, born 10 Feb 1884, Cook County, Illinois. Evelyn died 2 May 1886, Cook County, Illinois.
1-4. Emily Allen FRAKE, born 8 Aug 1887, Cook County, Illinois. Emily died 6 Nov 1942, Chicago, Cook County, Illinois.
On 8 Apr 1930, the census shows Emily A. FRAKE age 40 living in Chicago, Cook County, Illinois. She was renting at $90.00 a month. She owned a radio. She was teaching at a college. She was born in Illinois. Her father was born in England and her mother in Illinois.
On 4 Sep 1933, Emily Allen FRAKE age 40, arrived at New York on the ship Ile de France. She boarded the ship at Le Havre, France. She was said to have been born 8 Aug 1893, Chicago, Cook County, Illinois. She was living at 5709 Harper Avenue, Chicago, Cook County, Illinois. (Passport #37.773)
Thomas FRAKE,, born Mar 1844, Loughborough, Leicestershire, England, son of George and Amy (TAYLOR) FRAKE. Thomas died 21 Feb 1889, Cook County, Illinois, U.S.A., age 45.
Thomas married Katherine WAGNER 3 Jul 1865, Cook County, Illinois. She was born 12 Nov 1845, Prussia (Germany), daughter of John and Catherine (SCHNEIDER) WAGNER. Katherine died 5 Apr 1930, Glenview, Cook County, Illinois.
On 2 May 1864, Thomas FRAKE, age 21, joined Company F, 134th Illinios Infantry at Evanston, Cook County, Illinois. He was 6 feet in height with brown hair and brown eyes, fair complexion and single. He was a student. He was said to have been born in Derby, England. (Note: The online record has the name spelled
FRUKE.)
On 31 May 1864, Thomas FRAKE was mustered into service at Camp Fry, Illinois.
On 25 Oct 1864, Thomas FRAKE was mustered out of service at Chicago, Illinois.
On 6 Aug 1870, the census shows Thomas (30) and Catherine (25) FRAKE living in Northfield, Cook County, Illinois. With them was son
George FRAKE
age 2. Thomas was a school teacher.
On 19 Jun 1880, the census shows Thomas (36) and Katherine (34) FRAKE living in Northfield, Cook County, Illinois. Thomas was a farmer. With them were their children:
George FRAKE age 13; Abany FRAKE age 6; Emogene FRAKE age 3; Nicklaus FRAKE age 2; and Michael FRAKE age 10 months.
On 25 Jun 1900, the census shows the widowed Kathrine FRAKE age 54 living Northfield Township, Cook County, Illinois. She was said to have been born Nov 1845, Germany and her parents in Germany. She immigrated to the United States in 1855. She was a farmer. She owned her farm free of mortgage. With her were her children: Emma FRAKE age 23, born Jan 1877, IL; Nicklus FRAKE age 22, born Mar 1878, IL; Michael FRAKE age 20, born Aug 1879, IL; and Thomas FRAKE age 16, born Aug 1883, IL. Their father was said to have been born in England.
On 18 Apr 1910, the census shows the widowed A. Kathrine FRAKE age 38 living Northfield Township, Cook County, Illinois. She and her parents were said to have been born in Germany. She owned her home free of mortgage. She was said to have given birth to 7 children with 6 living. With her was her son, Thomas FRAKE age 27, born Illinois. (Note: Yes the census gives her age as 38 and her sons as 27.)
On 5 Jan 1920, the census shows the widowed Tom FRAKE age 30, living Northfield Township, Cook County, Illinois. He was said to have been born in Illinois, his father in England and mother in Germany. He worked in a brick yard. With him was his widowed mother, Catharine FRAKE age 74. Her parents were said to have been born in Cobenberg, Germany.
On 3 Apr 1930, the census shows the widowed Tom FRAKE age 46, living in Glenview, Northfield Township, Cook County, Illinois. He was said to have been born in Illinois, his father in Logansburg, England and his mother in Cloberg, Germany. Tom was a laborer at a brick yard. He was not a veteran. He owned his home, valued at $15,000. He owned a radio. With him was his widowed mother, Katherine FRAKE age 74, born Germany. Katherine was said to have immigrated to the United States in 1855. She was a naturalized citizen.
Children of Thomas and Katherine (___?___) FRAKE:
2-1. George FRAKE, Sr., born Sep 1865, Cook County, Illinois.
George married Anna M. MICHACK.
(See #2-1 following)
2-2. Abany FRAKE, born 1873/74, Cook County, Illinois.
2-3. Emogene FRAKE, born 1876/77, Cook County, Illinois.
2-4. Nicklaus FRAKE, born 30 Mar 1878, Cook County, Illinois.
Nicholas married Eva ___?___ .
(See #2-4 following)
2-5. Michael FRAKE, born 16 Aug 1879, Glenview, Cook County, Illinois.
Michael married Margaret BAUER.
(See #2-5 following)
2-6. Margaret Veronica FRAKE, born 1881, Cook County, Illinois. Margaret died 1881, Cook County, Illinois. She died two weeks after her birth.
2-7. Thomas "Tom" FRAKE, Jr., born 17 Aug 1883, Cook County, Illinois. Thomas died Jan 1960. Burial St. Joseph's Cemetery, Wilmette, New Trier Township, Cook County, Illinois.
Thomas married 1st Katheryn "Kitty" TOLMAN. She was born 3 Aug 1895. Kitty died 6 Oct 1918. Kitty died in the flu epidemic while pregnant. Burial St. Joseph's Cemetery, Wilmette, New Trier Township, Cook County, Illinois.
Thomas married 2nd Helena KILBURG. She was born 1884/85. Helena died 19 Apr 1967, Illinois.
On 12 Sep 1918, Thomas' World War 1 Draft Registration Card has, Thomas FRAKE, Jr., age 35, born 17 Aug 1883. He ws living in Glenview, Cook County, Illinois. He was a laborer. His nearest relative was Catherine FRAKE listed as his wife. He was tall with medium build, gray eyes and dark color hair.
Helena was a nurse.
George FRAKE, Sr.,, born Sep 1865, Illinois, son of Thomas and Katherine (WAGNER) FRAKE. George died 23 Feb 1940, Glenview, Cook County, Illinois.
George married Anna M. MAIHACH 10 Oct 1894, Cook County, Illinois. (Note: Illinois marriage record has name spelled MICHACK.) She was born Apr 1876, Germany, daughter of Henry MAIHACH. She came to America in 1884. Annie died 7 Jun 1942, Glenview, Cook County, Illinois. (Note: Annie was one of eleven children. Her father, Henry, was a railroader.)
On 25 Jun 1900, the census shows George (34) and Annie (24) FRAKE living in Northfield Township, Cook County, Illinois. With them were their children George FRAKE age 5; Tracey FRAKE age 3; and Bessie FRAKE age 2. George was a farmer. He was renting his farm.
On 29 Jan 1920, the census shows George (52) and Annie (42) FRAKE living in Glenview, Northfield Township, Cook County, Illinois. With them were their children George FRAKE age 24; Emily FRAKE age 18; Edmond FRAKE age 15; and Raymond FRAKE age 9. George owned his farm. Emily did clerical work.
On 30 Apr 1930, the census shows George, Sr. (64) and Anna M. (52) FRAKE living on Lake Avenue, Northfield Township, Cook County, Illinois. With them was their son Raymond FRAKE age 18. Also with them was their married daughter and son-in-law William D. (34) and Emily M.(28) LONG and their daughter Gene A. 4 years and 7 months. George owned his home, valued at $10,000.00. His sons, George, Jr. and Edmond and their families lived in the next two houses. They owned a radio.
Children of George and Anna M. (MICHACK) FRAKE:
2-1-1. George T. FRAKE, born May 1895, Cook County, Illinois.
George married Margaret M. WERNER.
(See #2-1-1 following)
2-1-2. Tracey FRAKE, born Oct 1896, Cook County, Illinois.
2-1-3. Bessie FRAKE, born Feb 1898, Cook County, Illinois.
2-1-4. Emily FRAKE, born 1901/02, Cook County, Illinois.
(See #2-1-4 following)
2-1-5. Edward M. FRAKE, born 6 Jul 1905, Cook County, Illinois, son of George and Anna M. (MICHACK) FRAKE. He died Jul 1985, Northbrook, Cook County, Illinois.
Edward married Lenore C. ___?___.
(See #2-1-5 following)
On 30 Apr 1930, the census shows Edward M. (25) and Lenore C. (22) FRAKE living on Lake Avenue, Northfield Township, Cook County, Illinois. With them was their son Edward M., Jr. age 2 years and 3 months. Edward's house was vauled at $12,000.00. They owned a radio. Edward was an estate manager.
Children of Edward M. and Lenore C. (___?___) FRAKE:
2-1-5-1. Edward FRAKE, Jr., born 1928, Cook County, Illinois.
2-1-6. Raymond FRAKE, born 7 Jan 1910, Cook County, Illinois, son of George and Anna M. (MICHACK) FRAKE. He died Apr 1977, Des Plaines, Cook County, Illinois.
George Thomas "Nailer" FRAKE,, born May 1895, Cook County, Illinois, son of George and Anna M. (MICHACK) FRAKE. He died 25 Sep 1948, Glenview, Cook County, Illinois.
George married Margaret M. WERNER . She was born 30 Jun 1900. Margaret died 17 Aug 1988, Glenview, Cook County, Illinois.
On 5 Jun 1917, George's World War 1 Draft Registration Card has, George FRAKE, Jr. age 22, born 1 May 1895, Glenview, Cook County, Illinois. He was single and a farmer, employed by his father. He had brown eyes and black hair.
On 30 Apr 1930, the census shows George, Jr. (34) and Margaret M. (29) FRAKE living on Lake Avenue, Northfield Township, Cook County, Illinois. George's house was valued at $30,000.00. They owned a radio. George was a veteran. With them were their children: Katherine M. FRAKE age 8; Anna M. FRAKE age 7; Dorothy E. FRAKE age 5; Frances M. FRAKE age 2; and Richard G. FRAKE age 1 year and 1 month.
In 1942, George's World War 2 Draft Registration Card has, George Thomas FRAKE age 46, born 1 May 1895, Glenview, Cook County, Illinois. He was living at 1349 E. Lake Ave., Glenview, Cook County, Illinois. He was self-employed. His nearest relative was Mrs. Margaret FRAKE, same address.
Children of George, Jr. and Margaret M. (WERNER) FRAKE:
2-1-1-1. Katheleen Margaret "Kay" "Toot" FRAKE, born 1 Oct 1921, St. Francis Hospital, Evanston, Cook County, Illinois.
2-1-1-2. Anna Mae FRAKE, born 31 Dec 1922, Evanston, Cook County, Illinois.
2-1-1-3. Dorothy Elizabeth FRAKE, born 5 Feb 1925, Evanston, Cook County, Illinois.
Dorothy married George ECK.
(See #2-1-1-3 following)
2-1-1-4. Frances M. FRAKE, born 4 Oct 1927, Evanston, Cook County, Illinois.
2-1-1-5. Richard George "Doc" FRAKE, born 15 Feb 1929, Evanston, Cook County, Illinois. Richard died 2 Oct 1986, Glenview, Cook County, Illinois.
2-1-1-6. Barbara Jean FRAKE, born 4 Dec 1934, Evanston, Cook County, Illinois.
Barbara married George Sr. GARNER 30 Jun 1967, Chicago, Cook County, Illinois.
They had 2 sons. George also had another son.
Dorothy E. FRAKE,, born 5 Feb 1925, Cook County, Illinois, daughter of George, Jr. and Margaret M. (WERNER) FRAKE. Dorothy died Jun 1991.
Dorothy married George ECK 12 Feb 1949, Chicago, Cook County, Illinois. He was born 30 Jun 1920, son of George H. ECK of Chicago Heights. George died 10 Aug 2006. Last place of residence was Des Plaines, Cook County, Illinois.
On 8 Dec 1955, The Herald (Chicago) has, "Saturday evening Bert and Joyce Ruther and George and Dorthy ECK enjoyed an evening at the home of John and Pat WRATH."
Children of George and Dorothy Elizabeth (FRAKE) ECK:
2-1-1-3-1. George ECK,
George married Margaret "Peggy" ___?___ .
2-1-1-3-2. son ECK,
2-1-1-3-3. son ECK,
2-1-1-3-4. son ECK,
Emily FRAKE,, born 19 Aug 1901, Cook County, Illinois, daughter of George and Anna M. (MICHACK) FRAKE. Emily died Apr 1976. Her last place of residence was Glenview, Cook County, Illinois.
Emily married William D. LONG. He was born 16 Sep 1894. He died Apr 1973. His last place of residence was Glenview, Cook County, Illinois.
On 30 Apr 1930, the census shows William D. (34) and Emily M.(28) LONG and their daughter Gene A. LONG 4 years and 7 months, living on Lake Avenue, Northfield Township, Cook County, Illinois with Emily's parents, George, Sr. (64) and Anna M. (52) FRAKE. (Note: The census said female for Gene, but wonder if that is not correct, or maybe her name is actually Jean.)
Child of William D. and Emily M. (FRAKE) LONG:
2-1-4-1. Gene A. LONG, born 1925, Cook County, Illinois.
Edward M. FRAKE,, born 6 Jul 1905, Cook County, Illinois, son of George and Anna M. (MICHACK) FRAKE. He died Jul 1985, Northbrook, Cook County, Illinois.
Edward married Lenore C. ___?___ .
On 30 Apr 1930, the census shows Edward M. (25) and Lenore C. (22) FRAKE living on Lake Avenue, Northfield Township, Cook County, Illinois. Edward was an estate manager. Edward's house was vauled at $12,000.00. They owned a radio. With them was their son, Edward M. FRAKE, Jr. age 2 years and 3 months.
Children of Edward M. and Lenore C. (___?___) FRAKE:
2-1-5-1. Edward FRAKE, Jr., born 1928, Cook County, Illinois.
Nicholas G. FRAKE,, born 30 Mar 1878, Cook County, Illinois, son of Thomas and Katherine (WAGNER) FRAKE. Nicholas died 3 Aug 1947, Milks Grove Township, Iroquois County, Illinois.
Nicholas married Eva ___?___ .
On 22 Apr 1910, the census shows Nicholas (33) and Eva (37) FRAKE living in Milks Grove Township, Iroquois County, Illinois. Nicholas was said to have been born in Illinios, his father in England and mother in Germany. Eva was said to have been born in Illinois and her parents in Germany. Nicholas was a farm manager. They had been married 9 years. Eva was said to have given birth to 2 children with 2 living. With them were their daughters: Elizabeth FRAKE age 8, born IL; and Marion FRAKE age 6, born IL. They also had 3 hired hands living with them.
On 12 Sep 1918, Nicholas' World War 2 Draft Registration Card has, Nicholas FRAKE age 40, born 30 Mar 1878. He was a farmer living in rural Clifton, Iroquois County, Illinois. He had a wife and children.
On 23 Feb 1920, the census shows Nicholas (42) and Eva (46) FRAKE living in Milks Grove Township, Iroquois County, Illinois. They were renting their home. With them were their daughters Elizabeth M. age 18; and Marian C. age 15. They also had 2 hired hands living with them.
On 3 Apr 1930, the census shows Nicholas (52) and Eva (55) FRAKE living in Milks Grove Township, Iroquois County, Illinois. Nicholas was a farmer. They owned their home. They owned a radio. He was 23 and she was 27 when they married. With them was their daughter Marion FRAKE age 26. They also had a hired hand living with them.
Daughters of Nicholas and Eva (___?___) FRAKE:
2-4-1. Elizabeth FRAKE, born 1901/02, Iroquios County, Illinois.
2-4-2. Marian FRAKE, born 1904/05, Iroquios County, Illinois.
Michael FRAKE,, born 16 Aug 1879, Glenview, Cook County, Illinois, son of Thomas and Katherine (WAGNER) FRAKE. Michael died 6 Aug 1962, Glenview, Cook County, Illinois.
Michael married Margaret BAUER 18 Oct 1903, Cook County, Illinois. She was born 27 Oct 1983, Wilmette, Will County, Illinois, daughter of Gangolg and Mary (KEIL) BAUER. Margaret died 4 Mar 1972, Glenview, Cook County, Illinois. Mary was born in St. Louis, Missouri.
On 4 May 1910, the census shows Michael (30) and Margaret (26) FRAKE living in New Trier, Cook County, Illinois. They had been married 5 years. Margaret had given birth to 3 children with all living. Michael was born in Illinois, his father in England and his mother in Germany. Margaret was born in Illinois, her father in Germany and her mother in Missouri. Michael was a Hostler. With them were their children Lawrence FRAKE age 4, born IL; Harold FRAKE age 3, born IL; and Germaine FRAKE age 10 months, born IL.
On 12 Jun 1918, Michael's World War 1 Draft Registration Card has, Michael FRAKE age 39, born 16 Aug 1879. He was living in rural Clifton, Iroquois County, Illinois. He was a farmer. He had a wife and children.
On 31 Jan 1920, the census shows Michael (40) and Margaret (36) FRAKE living in Milks Grove, Iroquois County, Illinois. They were renting their home. Michael was a farmer. With them were their children, Lawrence G. FRAKE FRAKE age 14; Harold G. FRAKE age 13; Germaine C. FRAKE age 10; James J. FRAKE age 8; Margaret FRAKE age 6; Marcella A. FRAKE age 3 years and 11 months; and Robert M. age 1 year and 9 months.
On 5 Apr 1930, the census shows Michael (50) and Margaret (47) FRAKE living on the Dundee-Barrington Road in Dundee, Kane County, Illinois. They were renting their home. They owned a radio. Michael was 25 and Margaret 22 when they married. Michael was a farmer. With them were their children: Germaine C. FRAKE age 21; James J. FRAKE age 18; Margaret M. FRAKE age 16; Marcella A. FRAKE age 14; Robert M. FRAKE age 12; Wilfred J. FRAKE age 10; Herbert W. FRAKE age 6; Delores FRAKE age 2. Germaine was a punch press operator at the Watch Case Works. James was a farmer.
In 1942, Michael's World War 2 Draft Registration Card has, Michael FRAKE age 62, born 16 Aug 1879, Glenview, Illinois. He was living at 1227 East Lake Avenue, Glenview, Cook County, Illinois. His nearest relative was Margaret FRAKE, same address. He was self-employed.
In Aug 1962, his obituary has, "Glenview Rights on Thursday for Michael Frake - Recuiem mass for Michael FRAKE, 82, retired egg dealer and son of a former sheriff of Cook County, will be offered at 10 a.m. Thursday in Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church. Church and Grove Glenview. Burial will be in All Saints Cemetery. Mr. FRAKE, of 3227 E. Lake, Glenview, died of a heart ailment Monday in St. Francis Hospital, Evanston. He had owned a farm at the Lake St. address until 30 years ago, when he sold most of the land for development and entered the wholesale egg business. Under the name Frake Farm, he conducted the business until retiring in 1960. His father, Thomas, had been sheriff of Cook County shortly after the Civil War. Survivors inclued the widow, Margaret; five sons, Lawrence, Harold, James, Wilfred and Herbert; and four daughters, Mrs. Germaine PHILLIPS, Mrs. Marcella EBERLE, Mrs. Margaret BAETHIN, and Mrs. Dolores KARP." (Note: Name of paper and exact Date unknown.)
Children of Michael and Margaret (BAUER) FRAKE:
2-5-1. Lawrence George "Larry" FRAKE, born 3 Aug 1905, Cook County, Illinois.
Larry married Margaret Constance CABLE.
(See #2-5-1 following)
2-5-2. Harold G. FRAKE, born 18 Jan 1907, Cook County, Illinois. Harold died May 1981. His last place of residence ws Clifton, Iroquois County, Illinois.
2-5-3. Germaine C. FRAKE, born 1909, Cook County, Illinois.
Germaine married ___?___ PHILLIPS.
2-5-4. James J. FRAKE, born 1911/12, Illinois
2-5-5. Margaret M. FRAKE, born 1913/14, Illinois.
Margaret married ___?___ BAETHIN.
2-5-6. Marcella A. FRAKE, born 1916, Illinois.
Marcella married ___?___ EBERLE.
2-5-7. Robert M. FRAKE, born 1918, Illinois. Robert died 3 Jan 1949, Cook County, Illinois.
2-5-8. Wilfred J. FRAKE, born 1920/21, Iroquois County, Illinois.
2-5-9. Herbert W. FRAKE, born 17 Feb 1924, Illinois.
Herbert married Marilyn R. GERARDO.
(See #2-5-9 following)
2-5-10. Dolores Marie "Dot" FRAKE, born 31 Mar 1928, Dundee, Kane County, Illinois.
Dolores married Myron Michael KARP.
(See #2-5-10 following)
Lawrence George "Larry" FRAKE,, born 3 Aug 1905, Cook County, Illinois, son of Michael and Margaret (BAUER) FRAKE. Larry died 25 Jul 1994. Last place of residence was Cedar Rapids, Linn County, Iowa.
Larry married Margaret Constance CABLE 19 Oct 1929, Our Lady of Perpetual Help, Glenview, Cook County, Illinois. Margaret was born 20 Dec 1910, Chicago, Cook County, Illinois, daughter of Gincy MARRS and Louis SCWALL. Margaret's birth name was Constance MARRS. She was adopted when she was 5 years old.
On 14 Apr 1930, the census shows Lawrence (24) and Margaret (18) FRAKE living in Chicago, Cook County, Illinois. They and their parents were said to have been born in Illinois. Lawrence was a stock and bonds salesman. They were renting their home at $75 a month. They owned a radio. They had just gotten married as their married ages were 24 and 18. Lawrence was not a veteran.
Daughter of Lawrence George and Margaret Constance (CABLE) FRAKE:
2-5-1-1. Donald "Donnie" FRAKE, born Evanston, Cook County, Illinois.
2-5-1-2. Particia "Patsy" FRAKE, born Evanston, Cook County, Illinois.
2-5-1-3. Jerome "Jerry" FRAKE, born Evanston, Cook County, Illinois.
2-5-1-4. Gwendolyn Mary "Gwen" FRAKE, born 28 Nov 1935 Evanston, Cook County, Illinois.
Gwen married Charles Andrew JACKSON 25 Apr 1959, Clifton, Iroquois County, Illinois.
Children of Gwendolyn Mary and Charles Andrew (FRAKE) JACKSON:
2-5-1-4-1. Gregory Joseph JACKSON, born 7 Sep 1960, Burbank, Los Angeles County, California.
She married ___?___
2-5-1-4-2. Andrew Paul JACKSON, born 4 Apr 1962, Burbank, Los Angeles County, California.
2-5-1-4-3. Theresa Marie JACKSON, born 7 Feb 1966, Burbank, Los Angeles County, California.
2-5-1-5. Constance "Connie" FRAKE, born Evanston, Cook County, Illinois.
2-5-1-6. Terrence "Terry" FRAKE, born Kankakee, Kankakee County, Illinois.
2-5-1-7. Russell Dwayne "Russ" FRAKE, born 14 Mar 1944, Evanston, Illinois.
Russ married 1st Cheryl Kay SWORE.
Russ maried 2nd Christine ___?___ .
(See #2-5-1-7 following)
2-5-1-8. Deborah "Deb" FRAKE, born Kankakee, Kankakee County, Illinois.
Russell Dwayne "Russ" FRAKE,, born 14 Mar 1944, Evanston, Illinois.
Russ married 1st Cheryl Kay SWORE.
Russ maried 2nd Christine ___?___ .
Sons of Russell Dwayne and Cheryl Kay (SWORE) FRAKE:
2-5-1-7-1. Matthew D. FRAKE, born 10 May 1971, Hinsdale, DuPage County, Illinois.
Matthew married Kelly BAILEY 13 Sep 2003.
They live in Iowa.
2-5-1-7-2. Timothy Lawrence FRAKE, born 5 Jun 1973, Hinsdale, DuPage County, Illinois.
Daughters of Timothy Lawrence FRAKE:
2-5-1-7-2-1. Addison FRAKE,
2-5-1-7-2-2. Emma FRAKE,
Children of Russell Dwayne and Christine (___?___) FRAKE:
2-5-1-7-3. Patrick FRAKE, born 17 Jan 1952.
2-5-1-7-4. Katherine Ann FRAKE, born 18 Jan 1985.
Herbert W. FRAKE,born 17 Feb 1924, Illinois, son of Michael and Margaret (BAUER) FRAKE. Herbert died 1 Apr 1999. Last place of residence was Clifton, Iroquois County, Illinois.
Herbert married Marilyn R. GERARDO 17 Jul 1954, Toluca, Marshall County, Illinois. She was born 15 Jun 1933, Streator, Illinois, daughter of Raymond and Mabel (SCHWIDERSKI) GERARDO. Marilyn died 15 Aug 2008, Clifton, Iroquois County, Illinois. Burial in St. Peters Cemetery, Clifton, Iroquois County, Illinois.
In Aug 2008, The Kankakee Daily Journal has, "Visitation for Marilyn R. FRAKE, 75, of Clifton, will be from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. today at the Knapp Funeral Home in Clifton. A Mass of Christian Burial will be conducted at 11 a.m. Tuesday at St. Peter Catholic Church in Clifton. Father Vern Arseneau will officiate. Burial will be in St. Peter Cemetery in Clifton. Memorials may be made to the Clifton Swimming Pool Committee. She died Friday (Aug. 15, 2008) at her rural Clifton residence, following a short illness. Mrs. FRAKE worked for over 30 years for Merkle-Knipprath Nursing Home in Clifton until her retirement in 2005. She had previously worked at Gerardo Grocery in Toluca and was office manager for 11 years at FRAKE Implement Co. in Clifton. She was born June 15, 1933, in Streator, the daughter of Raymond and Mabel SCHWIDERSKI GERARDO. Her husband, Herbert W. FRAKE Sr., whom she married July 17, 1954, in Toluca, died April 1, 1999. She was a member of St. Peter Catholic Church in Clifton and the CCW. She was a supporter of the Clifton Swimming Pool and had helped her husband with his work on the original pool building committee. She enjoyed gardening and crafting. Surviving are two daughters and sons-in-law, Lisa and Tom FROONINCKX of Papillion, Neb., Lori and Bill LAMPING of Clifton; two sons and daughters-in-law, Herbert Jr. and Karie FRAKE of Clifton, Tom and Lana FRAKE of Dunlap; two stepdaughters, Mary Anne OLSON of Walnut, Mary Lou O'BRIEN of Arizona; 12 grandchildren; two brothers and one sister-in-law, William GERARDO of Toluca, James and Alex GERARDO of Atascadero, Calif; two sisters and brothers-in-law, Lois and Vern HOLMSTROM of Galesburg, Carol and Gary RIESSE of Napa, Calif.; and one brother-in-law, Ed ANDRACKI of Westville. Deceased are one sister, Betty ANDRACKI; one sister-in-law, Joan GERARDO; and one stepson-in-law, Rich OLSON. Please sign her guestbook at knappfuneralhomes.com."
Children of Herbert W. and Marilyn R. (GERARDO) FRAKE:
2-5-9-1. Herbert W. Jr., FRAKE, born 22 Jun 1956.
Herbert married Karie ___?___ .
In 2008, according to his mother's obituary, Herbert and Karie were living in Clifton, Illinois.
2-5-9-2. Lori FRAKE,
Lori married William "Bill" LAMPING. He was born 30 Mar 1957.
In 2008, according to her mother's obituary, Lori and Bill were living in Clifton, Illinois.
2-5-9-3. Lisa FRAKE,
Lisa married Thomas B. FROONINCKX. He was born 16 Oct 1963.
In 2008, according to her mother's obituary, Lisa and Tom were living in Papillion, Sarpy County, Nebraska.
2-5-9-4. Thomas G. "Tom" FRAKE, born 15 Jun 1964.
Tom married Lana BARRIBALL. She was born 17 Mar 1965.
In 2008, according to his mother's obituary, Tom and Lana were living in Dunlap, Peoria County, Illinois.
Dolores Marie "Dot" FRAKE,, born 31 Mar 1928, Dundee, Kane County, Illinois, daughter of Michael and Margaret (BAUER) FRAKE. Dolores died 2 Dec 2013.
Dolores married Myron Michael KARP 15 Apr 1947, Glenview, Cook County, Illinois, son of Peter Paul, Jr. and Anna Marie (BAUER) KARP. He was born 7 Sep 1924, Chicago, Cook County, Illinois. Myron died 7 Aug 2013.
In 2006, Myron was living in Aurora, Kane County, Illinois.
Children of Myron Michael and Dolores Marie (FRAKE) KARP:
2-5-10-1. Wayne P. KARP, born 15 Mar 1950.
Wayne married Janet K. "Jan" OLDS.
(See #2-5-10-1 following)
2-5-10-2. Sharon A. KARP, born 1 Apr 1951.
Sharon married James M. BORUCKI.
(See #2-5-10-2 following)
2-5-10-3. Cynthia Lou "Cindy" KARP, born 15 Feb 1958, Aurora, Kane County, Illinois.
Cindy married William EPPELHEIMER.
(See #2-5-10-3 following)
2-5-10-4. Pam KARP, born 20 Feb 1966.
Pam married 1st Thomas "Tom" GAFF 27 Jun 1987, Aurora, Kane County, Illinois.
Pam married 2nd Matthew "Matt" CLARK
Wayne P. KARP,, born 15 Mar 1950, son of Myron Michael and Dolores Marie (FRAKE) KARP.
Wayne married Janet K. "Jan" OLDS 22 Jul 1972, Wyanet, Bureau County, Illinois.
In 2006, Wayne and Janet were living in Big Rock, Kane County, Illinois.
Children of Wayne and Janet (OLDS) KARP:
2-5-10-1-1. Bryan KARP, born 16 Mar 1976.
Bryan married Julie ___?___ .
Children of Bryan and Julie (___?___) KARP:
2-5-10-1-1-1. Dylan KARP,
2-5-10-1-1-2. Zachary KARP,
2-5-10-1-2. Stephanie KARP, born 28 Sep 1977.
2-5-10-1-3. Andrew KARP, born 12 Aug 1981.
Sharon A. KARP,, born 1 Apr 1951, daughter of Myron Michael and Dolores Marie (FRAKE) KARP.
Sharon married James M. BORUCKI 17 Apr 1971, Aurora, Kane County, Illlinois. He was born 1950.
In 2006, James and Sharon live in Aurora, Illinois.
Children of James M. and Sharon A. (KARP) BORUCKI:
2-5-10-2-1. Angela BORUCKI, born 24 Sep 1971.
2-5-10-2-2. Michelle BORUCKI, born 30 Dec 1976.
Michelle married C. J. COX.
Children of C. J. and Michelle (BORUCKI) COX:
2-5-10-2-2-1. Zoe COX,
2-5-10-2-2-2. Evan COX,
2-5-10-2-2-3. Ian COX,
2-5-10-2-3. Gregory BORUCKI, born 15 Mar 1980.
In 2006, Gregory was living in Hazelton, Buchanan County, Iowa.
Cynthia Lou "Cindy" KARP,, born 15 Feb 1958, Aurora, Kane County, Illinois, daughter of Myron Michael and Dolores Marie (FRAKE) KARP.
Cindy married William Lee EPPELHEIMER 5 Jan 1980, St. Joseph Church, Aurora, Kane County, Illinois. He was born 10 Feb 1957. William died 29 Mar 1999, Chambers County, Texas.
In 1988, William L. EPPELHEIMER was living in Parkersburg, Wood County, West Virginia.
In 2006, William and Cindy were living in Friendwood, Galveston County, Texas.
Children of Willilam and Cynthia Lou (KARP) EPPELHEIMER:
2-5-10-3-1. Tiffany L. EPPELHEIMER, born 11 Nov 1982, Wilmington, New Castle County, Delaware.
2-5-10-3-2. Heather L. EPPELHEIMER, born 4 Mar 1987, Marietta, Washington County, Ohio.
