Orphanage 1935

James Ellis wrote:

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She was my little sister! Thank you so much I'm 77
years old now.(crying like a baby) I live in Gainesville, Texas .

Oh my gosh! I can't believe it! You would be my Uncle then! I am 54 years now. My name is Mary Margaret Smith (Maiden name Fullerton). I have 2 brothers, Gary and William Clark. I also have 3 children of my own and 2 Grandchildren. I would love to correspond with you! marysmith_88@yahoo.com

James wrote:

I was in the orphanage at Helena, Oklahoma, and
adopted. My little sister, Octavia Lucielle, was there as were two brothers and another sister.
Her name was changed, and I believe she was adopted just before me.I was told that her adopted parents went back after me and found that I had been taken out of the orphanage by another couple.

Uncle Jim! This is very true! I remember my mother and Grandmother speaking of it many, many times. They were so disappointed when the orphanage told them they had to come back in 6 months and you were gone!

James Ellis born Robertson. If you are still able please contact me. If any of his relatives are out there please contact me also. Thank You!

My mother was good friends with Faye! Her name is Rosie lee Jennings. SHe was in West Oklahoma Home from Sept. 1938-July 14, 1944. Her and Faye kept in contact some and I would love to have some information on the place. I believe they are having another reunion in June 2009.

My mother was good friends with Faye! They kept in contact some. Her name is Rosie Jennings and she was in the home from Sept. 1938-July 1944! I believe she has a picture of her and Faye at the home. They are having a reunion in June of 2009 I believe! I am trying to find some information for a book our family is making for mom for her 83rd birthday! Was glad to find this place!

If you are looking for a lost relative... don't hesitate when you find a lead. I found James Ellis who I know was my Uncle and then found out he had passed away this last December. I am so sorry that I did not push harder to contact him! If anyone knows his family or any of his relatives... please let me know!

I am taking a chance since a couple of years have passed that you still remain an active email user. I'm hoping for some info/any info on the orphanage and whether you might recall any of the following people:

HenryEtta Taylor
Gwenn Taylor,
Harry Taylor
Henry Lee Taylor
Raymon Taylor (adopted by McDaniels in Lahoma, OK)
Dora Taylor
Virgil Taylor
Harcourt "Corky" Taylor
Louise Carter (Dora's best friend)

The Taylor kids were all put in home accept the 9th which was the oldest (Josie). These people are all relatives as HenryEtta was my grandmother.

Any information about the orphanage would be helpful and thank you!

Respectfully,

Jim Ellis wrote:

Can find no info on an orphanage where I was in about 1935.
I remember my adopted parents saying, "Behave or I'll take you back to Helena". I didn't like it there.
Trying to put together a newsletter for my family, any help appreciated.
I see a picture which is now a prison, which MAY be the same place.
Jim (Robertson) Ellis

I am taking a chance since time has passed that you still remain an active email user. I'm hoping for some info/any info on the orphanage and whether you might recall any of the following people:

HenryEtta Taylor
Gwenn Taylor,
Harry Taylor
Henry Lee Taylor
Raymon Taylor (adopted by McDaniels in Lahoma, OK)
Dora Taylor
Virgil Taylor
Harcourt "Corky" Taylor
Louise Carter (Dora's best friend)

The Taylor kids were all put in home accept the 9th which was the oldest (Josie). These people are all relatives as HenryEtta was my grandmother.

Any information about the orphanage would be helpful or even a lead as to the organizers of the reunions and thank you!

Respectfully,
Sheila Wassil

Sharon Doughty wrote:

My mother was good friends with Faye! Her name is Rosie lee Jennings. SHe was in West Oklahoma Home from Sept. 1938-July 14, 1944. Her and Faye kept in contact some and I would love to have some information on the place. I believe they are having another reunion in June 2009.

I am sorry to have heard this news. I too just found this site and was hoping for more info on the orphange....

I am taking a chance since a couple of years have passed that you still remain an active email user. I'm hoping for some info/any info on the orphanage and whether you might recall any of the following people:

HenryEtta Taylor
Gwenn Taylor,
Harry Taylor
Henry Lee Taylor
Raymon Taylor (adopted by McDaniels in Lahoma, OK)
Dora Taylor
Virgil Taylor
Harcourt "Corky" Taylor
Louise Carter (Dora's best friend)

The Taylor kids were all put in home accept the 9th which was the oldest (Josie). These people are all relatives as HenryEtta was my grandmother.

Any information about the orphanage would be helpful and thank you!

Respectfully,
Sheila Wassil

Mary Smith wrote:

If you are looking for a lost relative... don't hesitate when you find a lead. I found James Ellis who I know was my Uncle and then found out he had passed away this last December. I am so sorry that I did not push harder to contact him! If anyone knows his family or any of his relatives... please let me know!

sharon,
Do you have any more information on the reunions at helena orphanage(west ok orph. for white children)
Thanks,
Cyndy

Cyndy, I think they held a reunion in June of 2009. I believe my mom has a mailing list of people who are still contacted. I will check with her.

Sharon Doughty wrote:

Cyndy, I think they held a reunion in June of 2009. I believe my mom has a mailing list of people who are still contacted. I will check with her.

Sharon, I too am seeking this same information on family members, could you forward me the address and/or contacts with the reunions at Helena Orphanage(West Ok Orph. for White Children)
Respectfully,
Sheila

cyndy wrote:

sharon,
Do you have any more information on the reunions at helena orphanage(west ok orph. for white children)
Thanks,
Cyndy

I too am seeking this same information on family members, could you forward me the address and/or contacts with the reunions at Helena Orphanage(West Ok Orph. for White Children)
Respectfully,
Sheila

Would like to find out more information on my materal grandmother,my mother and her siblings where in the west Ok orpahage,their name was Scoggins.