Descendants Of

Edward Lee Gravley and Donna Mae Hooper

Photo taken 1993

Ed was born (Private). Occupation: Police Officer/Retired

He was the only child of William Shoerer and Margaretha Schwartzenberger. Ed legally changed his name to GRAVLEY. Ed married Donna Mae Hooper on (Private). Donna was born December 05, 1931 at Spokane, WA., the eldest child of Sydney Hooper and Clara Copher. She died April 14, 1996 at El Paso, TX.

Ed is the family historian. He attended high school in Spokane, WA. He then worked all kinds of construction, TV repairman, cabinet maker, cab driver, railroads, saw mills, silver & lead miner, bartended, apartment manager, hotel/ motel manager, and gained a self-taught understanding of human nature. He attended the University of Texas at El Paso, and holds Honorable Discharges from the Navy, Air Force, and Army. After the Army Ed settled down and joined the El Paso Police Dept. and became a supervisor, and retired in 1994 after 28 years. He also holds a Pilots license, and Aircraft & Powerplant license.  His greatest accomplishment though was winning the love of Donna, who stood by him during his chaotic life. He grieves her sudden death and her 44 years of love and tolerance. To send Email to Ed <click here.

Ed has written some humorous general aviation stories which you can read by clicking HERE.

Ed and Donna Gravley had 1 child:


Debra Linda Kay Gravley

Photo taken Jun 1997

Debbie was born (Private). Occupation: Payroll Clerk.

She was the only child of Edward Lee Gravley and Donna Mae Hooper. She married John Burleson McFadden (Private). John was born (Private), eldest child of John "Mac" McFadden and Opal Williams. Debbie & John divorced on (Private).

Debbie graduated high school in El Paso, TX, then attended the University of Texas at El Paso for 2 years. She worked for the city 8 years, then worked for the El Paso Sheriff's Dept. as their communications dispatcher supervisor for several years. At present (2001) she works for the city again as a payroll specialist for the El Paso Fire Dept. She enjoys country music, dancing, and camping.  Email: Debbie

Debbie and John McFadden had 1 child:

Debbie and Travis Womack had 1 child:


Scott Edward McFadden

Photo taken Mar. 2000

Scott was born (Private). Occupation: Computer Tech. / Food Service

He was the only child of John Burleson McFadden and Debra Linda Kay Gravley.

Scott works as a Computer Tech/Food Service Supervisor. He is interested in computer science and plans to attend college to pursue this career. Email Scott


Piper Ann McFadden

Photo taken Sept. 2001

Piper was born (Private). Occupation: Student.

She was the only child of Travis (Butch) Womack and Debra Linda Kay Gravley.

Piper enjoyed high school and is learning guitar, and loves playing tennis. She graduated from high school in 2001 and plans to continue her education at the local community college.  Her long range goals is to teach sign language to children.

Piper's grandfather is prepping her to take over the family history duties, after grandpa is unable to do so. Email Piper

John Gravley and Beth Meyers Lister

Photo taken Feb. 1995

John was born (Private). Occupation: FurnaceFuelOwner/Ret.

He was the only child of Elmer Johnson and Margaretha Schwartzenberger. John legally changed his name to GRAVLEY. He married Beth Myers Lister on (Private). Beth was born (Private), 2nd child of Austin Ward Lister and Ruth Olive Butts.

John graduated high school in Spokane, WA, then moved to Osburn, Id, where he worked several years for the Sunshine Mines. When he married Beth they bought a small house from the Mine and remodeled it. John went to work at the Union 76 Bulk Plant in Osburn, and after several years bought the business, expanding it into a hardware store and furnace and air conditioning sales/service. After he married Beth, he adopted Denny, and in the next few years 3 daughters were born. John retired in 1995, and he and Beth enjoy traveling, bowling, playing golf, fishing, visiting or entertaining friends and family, and spending as much time as possible with their grandchildren. Email John & Beth

John and Beth Gravley had 4 children:


Dennis Gravley and Cherie Yvonne Campbell

Photo taken July 1999

Denny was born (Private). Occupation: Furnace Sales & Installation.

He was the adopted child of John Elmer Gravley and natural mother Beth Myers Lister. Dennie's biological father is Dennis Emerson Myers. He married Cherie Yvonne Campbell on (Private). Cherie was born (Private).

After graduating high school Denny bought a Gas Station in Osburn, Id; and in 1974 married Cherie. They operated the Service Station until 1976, then sold it and their home in Silverton, Id. Denny joined the US Army and was stationed in Germany for two 1/2 years. After his discharge Denny went to work for his Dad, installing and servicing furnaces and air conditioners. After his dad sold the business Denny started his own furnace/air conditioning business in Osburn. Denny and Cherie like camping, visiting with friends and family, and spending time with their daughter and son. Email Denny & Cherie

Denny and Cherie Gravley had 2 children:


Hailey Cherrie Gravley

Photo taken July 1999

Hailey was born (Private).

Student. She was the eldest child of Dennis Elmer Gravley and Cherie Yvonne Campbell. Email Hailey


Jesse Gravley

Photo taken July 1999

Jesse was born (Private).

He was the 2nd child of Dennis Elmer Gravley and Cherie Yvonne Campbell.


Margaret Ruth Gravley

Photo taken 1997

Margie was born (Private). Occupation: City Supervisor.

She was the 2nd child of John Elmer Gravley and Beth Myers Lister. She married Daniel Dancer on (Private). Dan was born (Private). They divorced unknown date at Wallace, ID. Margie then married Robert Hilton Todd Jr. on (Private). Chip was born (Private). Chip adopted Bridgett and Denna. Margie and Chip divorced in (Private) at unknown place.

Margie worked for the Washington Water Power in Spokane, WA, for 3 years. In 1979 Margie and her 3 year old daughter Bridgett, acted a bit-part with Kris Kristopherson, in the movie "Heavens Gate". In 1994 she returned to Wallace to head the re-opening of the hospital. She then went on to implement a Work Program in the tri-district schools in the Silver Valley. She served on several boards and is a member of the Kiwanis and Rotary Clubs. She also chairs the annual Wallace Winterfest and Snowmobile Race. Margie is self motivated and keeps very, very busy.

Margie and Dan Dancer had 2 children:


Bridgett Ruth Todd

Photo taken 1995

Bridgett was born (Private).

She was the eldest child of Daniel Dancer and Margaret Ruth Gravley.

Bridgett is attending North Idaho College in Coeur D'Alene, ID. earning a degree in Computer Aided Designing (AutoCAD). Bridgett was adopted by Chip Todd.


Denna Jae Todd

Photo taken 1996

Denna was born (Private). Occupation: College Student.

She was the 2nd child of Daniel Dancer and Margaret Ruth Gravley.

Denna attended the University of Montana, and now attends the University of Idaho, at Moscow (1997). Her interests include ATV recreation sports, and family time. She is planning to major in Landscape Architecture. Denna was adopted by Chip Todd.


Jona Beth Gravley

Photo taken 1999 - Jona & Rob

Jona was born (Private). Occupation: Home Maker.

She was the 3rd child of John Elmer Gravley and Beth Myers Lister. She married William Hogamier on (Private). Bill was born (Private). Jona and Bill divorced on (Private). Jona married Terry Winters Lister on (Private) at her parents river island property on the North Fork of the Coeur D'Alene River, ID. Terry was born (Private). Jona and Terry divorced on (Private). Jona married George Lytle on (Private). George was born (Private). Jona and George divorced in the winter of (Private) She married Robert Charles Blake on (Private). Rob was born (Private), eldest child of Ralph Charles Blake and Sandra Beth "Sandi" Griffin.

Jona graduated high school in Kellogg, ID, in 1975. She worked for her dad 13 years as office manager. She moved to Nevada in 1986 and worked for several mining companies as an accountant. She enjoys her children Bill and Kate more than anything and in her spare time loves to garden (both flower & veggies), interior design, and landscaping.

Jona and Bill Hogamier had 1 child:


Bill Austin Hogamier

Photo taken 1996

Bill was born (Private).

He was the only child of William Hogamier and Jona Beth Gravley.

Bill had a very happy early childhood, with his many cousins and his grandparents. At the age of 7 he had a catastrophic head injury and was very close to death for several days. But he pulled through with the help of Papa (Grandfather John) and the Lord. He continues to make outstanding improvements but will remain visually and mentally impaired. He graduated high school in 1997 and currently is looking for a job. He enjoys his family and camping.

 


Katie Beth Lister

Photo taken 1999

Katie was born (Private).

She was the adopted child of Terry Winters Lister and Jona Beth Gravley.

Kate will start Deerpark High School in the fall of 1997. She enjoys basketball and bowling. Her goal is to go to Wichita State to obtain a teaching certificate, and to become a professional bowler. She enjoys camping and floating with her family and hanging out at Nan and Papa's house. Email Katie


Teresa Marie Gravley and Sam Richardson

Photo taken 1999

Teresa was born (Private). Occupation: Home Maker.

She was the 4th child of John Elmer Gravley and Beth Myers Lister. She married Robert Rehnborg on (Private). Bob was born unknown date at (Private). They divorced (Private). Teresa married Sam Richardson on (Private). Sam was born (Private).

Teresa worked for the US Forest Service in 1978, where she married Bob Rehnborg. They traveled a great deal with the Forest Service, but spent most of their time at Orofino, ID. She and Bob divorced in (Private), and in (Private) she married Sam Richardson. They live in Osburn, Id, where Teresa enjoys raising her children, and homemaking. Sam is the Regional Manager for USA Media Cable Communications. He relaxes with archery, fishing, hunting, golf, and canoeing. Teresa enjoys water and snow skiing, camping, hiking, and reading. Email Teresa & Sam

Theresa and Bob Rehnborg had 1 child:

Theresa and Sam Richardson had 1 child:


Brian Matthew Rehnborg

Photo taken 2001

Brian was born (Private).

He was the only child of Robert Rehnborg and Teresa Marie Gravley.

Brian graduated from Wallace High School in June 2001.  Email Brian


MacKenzie Teresa Richardson

Photo taken 1999

MacKenzie was born (Private).

She was the only child of Sam Richardson and Teresa Marie Gravley.

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