Bethke Family History & Genealogy

Karen MacIvor (Bethke) Marsala of St. Helens, Oregon United States was born on October 7, 1963 to Amy Doris (Perkins) Bethke. She has a sister Mercedes Pickrell. Karen Marsala is the mother of Keshia Schneider. Family, friend, or fan, this family history biography is for you to remember Karen Marsala.

Amy Doris Perkins Bethke was my Mom. She was adopted by Elizabeth and Kendall Perkins, in St Louis, at the early age of 4 or so. She knew she had bio siblings, but was young enough that over time, the memories faded and she wasnt sure how many, what gender, or older or younger. Amy was blessed to grow up travelling the world, having experiences many only dreamed about. She was a debutante and her parents had plans for her - she didn't quite have for herself. Mom wanted to go to Nursing school and learn a trade. Her parents sent her to finishing school to learn how to be a trophy wife. Unfortunatly - Mom wasnt really cut out for that. And also unfortunately, she never had any training to be the wife she really wanted to be - being raised with servants and butlers. Mom was the blacksheep and she felt it her whole life. She loved her brother, John Perkins, the bio child of Elizabeth and Ken. And she mostly loved and felt love from her adopted Grandfather John William Macivor - Minister of the 2nd Presbyterian Church in St, Louis and once purported officially to be the most brilliant man in the pulpit west of the Mississippi. But Bobo (her Grandfather) died too early. Mom was raised to be the tropy daughter to the bio son the parents poured the attention and affection on. Money isnt everything. But it wasnt all bad! 50 years later - to the year, Mom was approached by a private investigator who said one of her bio siblings was trying to find her. This opened a whole new chapter and ending for my Moms life. She learned she had 2 siblings, Gene and Judy. Judy growing up just miles from Mom in St, Louis. So close! Gene was in Virginia. They all made plans for a reunion and I was so lucky to attend with my Mom. Best trip ever. From this day forward, Mom knew unconditional love from what family was meant to be. And she understood the difference. The best part - they all together reached out to their Bio Mother for the first time ever - and she'd already had another family - all adults and living in California - she was anxious and excited to meet her first family again. Tho was a little awkward as family #2 knew nothing about family #1. But a tribute to Leona (bio Mom) and how she raised her kids - they welcomed all with open arms. Leona died not too much longer but makes my heart so warm that my Mom, and her siblings got to spend real time with their Mom, and Leona got to spend time with all her kids. Amy married Roland Bethke in 1960 in St, Louis, Mo. They had 2 daughters, Mercedes and Karen. Karen has one daughter, Keshia. Mom died of lung cancer in 2004. I miss her every. She was a beautiful soul and there wasnt anyone who didn't like her.

Mercedes Elizabeth (Bethke) Pickrell was born on July 14, 1961. Family, friend, or fan, this family history biography is for you to remember Mercedes Pickrell.

Gertrude Bethke married Richard R. Bethke, who was also a native of Michigan. Around the time that they were married, Richard was a draftsman in the county offices and Gertrude was a bookkeeper in an office. Gertrude was an original member of the board of directors of the West Washtenaw Business Association, which was formed in the 1950s.

Aubrey J Bethke of Victoria, Victoria County, TX was born on April 14, 1939, and died at age 65 years old on November 15, 2004.

Josie E Bethke of North Zulch, Madison County, Texas was born on April 9, 1899, and died at age 82 years old in February 1982.

Arthur W Bethke of North Zulch, Madison County, Texas was born on December 28, 1906, and died at age 69 years old in August 1976.

Herman F Bethke of Gwynn Oak, Baltimore County, Maryland was born on May 12, 1901, and died at age 84 years old in August 1985.

Andrew Edward Bethke of Weatherford, Parker County, Texas was born on October 17, 1938, and died at age 69 years old on January 3, 2008.

Peter H Bethke of Greenleaf, Brown County, WI was born on April 14, 1928, and died at age 81 years old on May 30, 2009.

Harry E Bethke of Green Bay, Brown County, Wisconsin was born on April 28, 1904, and died at age 82 years old in March 1987.

Leon J Bethke of North Branford, New Haven County, CT was born on December 16, 1910, and died at age 72 years old in November 1983.

Frank J Bethke of Hamden, New Haven County, CT was born on October 14, 1899, and died at age 84 years old in September 1984.

Earl E Bethke Jr Jr of Honolulu, Honolulu County, HI was born on June 2, 1929, and died at age 66 years old on April 10, 1996. Earl Bethke Jr was buried at National Memorial Cemetery Of The Pacific Section H Site 570-B 2177 Puowaina Drive, in Honolulu.

John H Bethke of Lafayette, Tippecanoe County, IN was born on April 27, 1925, and died at age 66 years old on August 17, 1991.

Darrell A Bethke of Hartley, Obrien County, Iowa was born on December 19, 1925, and died at age 62 years old in January 1988.

Max C Bethke of Madison, Dane County, WI was born on May 6, 1915, and died at age 91 years old on January 16, 2007.

Ian James Bethke of Texas was born on February 16, 1976. Ian Bethke was married to Kristine D. (Grenvik) Bethke on March 9, 2006 in Midland County, TX, and died at age 30 years old on December 6, 2006.

Walter J Bethke of New Haven, New Haven County, CT was born on December 17, 1904, and died at age 61 years old in January 1966.

Raymond S Bethke of Branford, New Haven County, CT was born on January 19, 1924, and died at age 70 years old on January 26, 1994.