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OFFICERS FOR 2009- 2010:

PRESIDENT Elizabeth Hanahan
Vice Pres. Raymond L. Towne III
Vice Pres. Publications Ann Hager-Koshar
Vice Pres. Programs Linda Stone
Executive Secretary: Virginia Towne
Recording Secretary: Rev. Dr. Barry Cass
Treasurer: Will Purvis
Parliamentarian: Rev. Barry Cass

HISTORY OF THE ASSOCIATION

The Towne Family Association, Inc., was organized in 1980 by William Bradford Towne and Alexandria “Deena” Towne. Deena, who became the first president, died in 1988. “Bill” Towne, who died in 1995, became the first editor of the quarterly newsletter, “About Towne” which is published by the organization.

The Association was incorporated in 1989 as a non-profit genealogical organization to be able to give all persons interested in the Towne family a source to find their place in the family. All officers of the Association serve without remuneration. Members donate many hours of work to keep the success of the group going. We have a devoted group who edit and publish the current “About Towne” newsletter each quarter. Articles are given by many members nationwide, who make the newsletter one of interest for all readers.

The organization of over 500 members holds an annual reunion in various parts of the United States which attracts new members from far and wide. The reunions are coordinated by volunteers each year. New members are recruited by wide advertising, on the TFA website, and by reference to TFA by organizations such as the Nurse Homestead in Massachusetts.

The organization has a Genealogist responsible for receiving and coordinating research from members. A large database has been compiled from submissions by members of their ancestry throughout the years. Research by a professional genealogist is also funded in England.

Membership in the Towne Family Association is open to anyone interested in the Towne Family history. Annual dues are $15 for an individual and $4 for each additional family member living at the same address.

FOR SALE: Towne Family Throws

Are you a descendant of William and Joanna Towne?

If so, you will be delighted with this beautiful throw which we are pleased to be able to offer again. Designed by Past President Connie Purvis, it is a wonderful keepsake or gift and is sure to become a family heirloom. They are available by mail for $52.00 (shipping costs included). Contact us at townefolk@allies.com for more information.

Please direct inquiries to the TFA President:

Elizabeth P. Hanahan
P.O. Box 367
Bethlehem, CT 06751

Email: townefolk@allies.com

Sunshine Person: If members know of a member or family member of a member who is ill or deceased, they should contact:

Mary Towne who will send a card or make a phone call on behalf of TFA.

townefolk@allies.com

GENEALOGY COMMITTEE:

CHAIRMAN Karen Towne

Associate Genealogist: Frank Rosaio Associate Genealogist for DNA Project: Margaret Press For genealogical queries or to submit data, contact: townefolk@allies.com

PAST PRESIDENTS:

1981-1986 - Deena Towne (Deceased)
1986-1988 - Bill Towne (Deceased)
1988-1992 - Emma Towne Mosher
1992-1998 - Myrtle Tisdale
1998-2001 - Connie Purvis
2001-2004 - Barbara Baylis
2004-2005 - Robert Smith (resigned April)
2005-2008 - Shirley Drury Patterson
2008-2010 - Elizabeth Hanahan

Photography courtesy of Stablegirl Cindy