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The Evening News of the Tonawandas, September 17, 1908
Death of Aged Man Unexpected
Christian William Greenburg of Payne avenue died suddenly at his home late last night at 6 o’clock at the age of 67. He is survived by his wife Minnie, three sons, Charles, William and August, and three daughters Mrs. Lena Kepsal, Mrs. Minnie Butler, and Mrs. Tena Bampton, of North Tonawanda. The funeral will take place Sunday afternoon at 1:30 o’clock from the house and from the German Lutheran church on East Washington street a half hour later. Burial will be in Sweeney cemetery on Payne avenue. Death was entirely unexpected, Mr. Greenburg having worked up to Tuesday noon on work being done by the city on Oliver street.

Family/Spouse: KRUSE, Christina Wilhelmina. Christina was born on 12 May 1844 in Germany; died on 4 Aug 1918 in North Tonawanda, Niagara County, NY. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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TONAWANDA NEWS- 5 January 1944
Mrs. Minnie Gauda, 72, of 226 Fredericka street, wife of the late Albert Gauda, died yesterday after a prolonged illness. She was a lifelong resident and a member of the St. Paul's Lutheran church on East Felton street and Pocahontas Lodge, Order of the Redmen. Surviving are a daughter, Mrs. Edward Hahn of Tonawanda; three sons, John and George Butler of North Tonawanda and Arthur of Tonawanda; 18 grandchildren, 12 great grandchildren and a sister, Mrs. William Bampton of Buffalo. Rites will be held Friday afternoon at 3:30 o'clock from the residence. The Rev. Rudolph Grabau will officiate. Burial will be in the City cemetery.

Minnie married GAUDA, Albert in 1888 in Niagara County, NY. Albert (son of GAUDA, John and Caroline) was born in 1869 in Mewegen, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Germany; died on 14 Mar 1933 in North Tonawanda, Niagara County, NY. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: BUTLER. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: BAMPTON, James. James was born in 1865 in Canada; and died. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

August Greenburg, 37 years old, of No. 98 Wheatfield street died during the afternoon at the General hospital in Buffalo. The body of the deceased was taken to the home of the deceased man's brother Charles Greenburg where the funeral will be held tomorrow afternoon at 2 o'clock. The Evening News of the Tonawandas, Tuesday, October 29, 1918

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MRS.LENA KOEPSELL
Mrs. Lena Koepsell, 46, years old, died this morning at her home in 96 Wheatfield street after a lingering illness. Born in North Tonawanda, Mrs. Koepsell, a lifelong resident, was a member of Friedens Evangelical church. In addition to her husband Charles, she is survived by seven daughters, Mrs. Harold Brumley, Mrs. Robert Hall, Lillian, Violet, Beatrice and Audrey of the Tonawandas and Mrs. Norman Parks of Niagara Falls and three sons, Charles, Jr., Chester and Norman of this city. She also leaves twosisters, Mrs. Albert Gauda of this city, Mrs. James Bampton of Buffalo and a brother, William Greenburg of North Tonawanda.
Notice of the funeral will be given later.

Helena married KOEPSELL, Charles William about 1905. Charles was born on 28 Sep 1883 in Town of Wheatfield, Niagara County, NY; died on 16 Nov 1937 in Degraff Memorial Hospital, North Tonawanda, Niagara County, NY. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: Helen A. Helen was born in 1902; and died. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

SARZYNIAK - Audrey M. (nee Koepsell)
November 19, 2021. Beloved wife of the late Matthew Sarzyniak Sr. Loving mother of Charlie (Deborah), Judy (late Philip) Panepinto, William (Marian), Matthew Jr. (Cheryl) Sarzyniak and the late Larry Sarzyniak. Cherished grandma of 15 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. Predeceased by three brothers and seven sisters. Survived by many nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends at the SABER FUNERAL HOME, 549 Oliver Street, N. Tonawanda, 14120 (716) 692-0271, tomorrow, Sunday from 2 to 5 PM where a Funeral Service will be held on Monday at 11:00 AM. The family would like to express their gratitude to the staff at Niagara Hospice House for the great care and comfort they provided the family. And a special thank you to nurse Kim. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Audrey's memory to Niagara Hospice, www.niagarahospice.org

Family/Spouse: SARZYNIAK, Matthew. Matthew (son of SARZYNIAK, Frank and KRAWIEC, Mary) was born in 1920 in North Tonawanda, Niagara County, NY; died on 16 Jan 1976 in North Tonawanda, Niagara County, NY. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: SARZYNIAK, Matthew. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Pauline married BRUMLEY, Harold Stanford on 20 Jun 1925 in Tonawanda, Erie County, NY. Harold (son of BRUMLEY, Schuyler and BERGER, Helena W) was born on 30 Apr 1904 in New York; died on 18 May 1971 in North Tonawanda, Niagara County, NY. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Niagara Gazette - 1/2/1970

NORTH TONAWANDA -
Charles W. Koepsell, 62, of 3865
Upper Mountain Road, San-
born, died unexpectedly Thurs-
day (Jan. 1, 1970) enroute by
plane to this city from Florida.
He died of an apparent heart
attack.
Born here, he was employed
in the engineering department
of the Wurlitzer Co.
He was a member of Frie-
dens United Church of Christ
and Active Hose Co. No. 2.
He is survived by his widow,
the former Emma Thompson;
a son, Richard C. of Buffalo; a
brother, Chester, of Lockport;
seven sisters, Mrs. Rudolph Ar-
beiter, Mrs. Harold Brumley,
Mrs. Charles Lebrunz and
mrs. Vernon Gable, all of the
tonawandas, Mrs. Norman Bur-
ton of Niagara Falls and Mrs.
George Westcott of Rochester;
and a grandchild.
Services will be held at 1:30
p.m. Monday at the Wattengel
Funeeral Home with the Rev.
Carl K. Marks officiating. Bur-
ial will be in Friedens Ceme-
tery.
Friends may call Saturday
and Sunday from 2 to 4 and 7
to 9 p.m. at the funeral home.

Charles married THOMPSON, Emma M about Nov 1937. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Tonawanda News, Thursday September 17, 1987
Mildred L. (nee Koepsel) Lebrenz, 73, of North Tonawanda, Tuesday (September 15, 1987) at Mt. View Hospital. Mrs. Lebrenze is survived by husband; one son Robert (Katherine) Hall and one daughter, Mrs. Robert (Rene) Pieper, all of North Tonawanda; one brother, Chester (Jenny) Koepsel of Florida. Three sisters, Mrs. Lillian Westcot, Mrs. Audrey Sarzyniak and Mrs. Beatrice Arbeiter; she is also survived by 12 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Friends may call at the Wattengel Funeral Home, Inc., 307 Oliver St., Thursday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. where services will be held Friday at a time to be announced. Interment Acacia Park Cemetery.

Family/Spouse: LEBRENZ, Carl R. Carl (son of LEBRENZ, Otto August and GRAF, Theodora E) was born on 7 Jul 1907 in North Tonawanda, Niagara County, NY; died on 21 Dec 1993 in North Tonawanda, Niagara County, NY. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Mildred married HALL, Robert James on 22 Apr 1933 in North Tonawanda, Niagara County, NY. Robert (son of HALL, Robert and GLENN, Margaret) was born on 2 Sep 1910 in Albion, Orleans County, NY; and died. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Tonawanda News Monday, December 23, 1991
Wescott - Lillian E. Wescott, 76 of North Tonawanda, Saturday. (December 21, 1991) in DeGraff Memorial Hospital after a brief illness. Mrs. Wescott was a member of St. Matthew Lutheran Church. She was the wife of the late George Wescott, who died in 1987. She is survived by a daughter, Mrs. James (Diane) Pieper of North Tonawanda and a son Arthur G. (KC) Wescott of Seoul, Korea: five grandchildren, Timothy, Lynda, David (Catherine) Pieper and Alex and William Wescott; one great-grandson Jonathan; two sisters Audrey Sarziniak and Beatrice Arbeiter, both of North Tonawanda; also survived by many nieces and nephews. Friends may call at the Fretthold Funeral Home, Inc. 1241 Oliver St. at Ward Rd. in North Tonawanda, TODAY 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral services will be held at the funeral home Tuesday at 11:00 a.m The Rev A.W. Moldenhauer will officiate. Interment in St. Matthew Lutheran cemetery. If so desired memorials may be made to St. Matthew Lutheran Church.

Lillian married WESCOTT, George Arthur on 28 Nov 1936 in North Tonawanda, Niagara County, NY. George was born on 6 Mar 1914 in Rochester, Monroe County, NY; died on 16 Jun 1987 in Buffalo, Erie County, NY. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Violet married GABLE, Vernon about Apr 1938. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: PARKS, Norman C. Norman (son of PARKS, Charles H and CLOSE, Ionia E) was born on 24 Feb 1902 in Emporium, Cameron County, PA; and died. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: OLEKSAK, Jennie F. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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NF Gazette Feb 27, 1968
NORTH TONAWANDA - Norman E. Koepsell, 43, of 16 15th Ave., died unexpectedly Monday (Feb. 26, 1968) at his home after suffering a heart attack. Firemen were called to the house and administered oxygen. He was pronounced dead by Coroner Oscar Bell. He was a lifelong resident here and was employed at the city water pumping station. He was a World War II Navy veteran and a member of St. Matthew Lutheran Church. Survivors include his wife, the former Lillian Hoefert; two sons, Norman Koepsell Jr. and James Koepsell, and three daughters, Kathleen, Nancy and Deborah Koepsell, all at home; two brothers, Charles Koepsell Jr., Sanborn and Chester Koepsell, this, city; seven sisters, Mrs. Norman Parks, Niagara Falls, Mrs. George Westcot, Rochester, Mrs. Harold Brumley, Mrs. Rudolph Arbiter, Mrs. Vernon Gabel, Mrs. Matthew Sarzyniak and Mrs. Carl Lebrenz, all of. the Tonawandas. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at the Wattengel Funeral Home, where services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Thursday, the Rev. A. W. Moldenhauer officiating. Burial will be in St.. Matthew Lutheran Cemetery

Family/Spouse: HOEFERT, Lillian. Lillian (daughter of HOEFERT, Fred W and SCHULTZ, Rosara Emilie Louise) was born in Sep 1925 in North Tonawanda, Niagara County, NY; died on 18 May 1980 in North Tonawanda, Niagara County, NY. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Posted: Monday, September 8, 2014 4:38 pm


Beatrice M. Arbeiter (nee Koepsell) of North Tonawanda, age 90, passed away September 7, 2014. Born December 21, 1923, in North Tonawanda, daughter of the late Charles and Lena Koepsell.

Wife of the late Rudolph Arbeiter, who passed away in 1983; mother of Patricia (Ronald) Lake, Robert (Donna) Arbeiter and the late Linda (William) Plau; sister of Audrey (late Matt) Sarsyniak; grandmother of Lisa, Barbara, Tom, Mark, Jennifer and James; also survived by five great-grandchildren.

Friends may call Wednesday 4 to 8 PM at the WATTENGEL FUNERAL HOME (New Location), 533 Meadow Dr., N. Tonawanda where funeral services will be held Thursday at 10:00 AM. The Rev. Thomas Hardy officiating. Interment, Mt. Olivet Cemetery.

Online guest registry at www.Wattengel.com.

Family/Spouse: ARBEITER, Rudolph C. Rudolph (son of ARBEITER, Michael and KRIEGLER, Mary) was born on 31 Aug 1917 in North Tonawanda, Niagara County, NY; died on 5 Jun 1983 in North Tonawanda, Niagara County, NY. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: HOMEWOOD, Deborah. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: PANEPINTO, Philip. Philip and died. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: Marian. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: Cheryl. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Niagara Gazette - 2/23/1926

Robert Harold, Infant son of Mr.
and Mrs. Harold Brumley of 178 Miller
street, died yesterday morning.
Funeral services will be held this afternoon
at 2:30 o'clock from the resi-
dence. Rev. E. A. Schulz officiating
Burial will be in Frleden's cemetery

Family/Spouse: Mary. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Juanita married JOYCE, Frank W [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Marilyn Guidotti (nee Brumley) age 79 of North Tonawanda went to be with the Lord on Monday, January 20, 2020.
Born on July 24, 1940 to loving parents Harold and Pauline Brumley. Life-long resident of North Tonawanda, NY. Loving mother of Crystal (Michael) Breier, Carl (Llane) Guidotti, Michael (Maureen) Guidotti. Beloved sister of the late Donald (Mary) Brumley, Juanita (late Frank) Joyce). Loved dearly by the late Richard Fessler.
Marilyn will be sadly missed by her niece and nephew, her ten grandchildren, twelve great-grandchildren, and friends.
Marilyn devoted nearly 38 years of her life to helping others through her career in the healthcare field, as a registered nurse. She was a devoted Bills fan, an avid animal lover, and loved travelling to Hiltonhead, SC with her friends and loved ones. She was a resilient woman with a great sense of humor and fashion that will be remembered by all. She was a member of St. Mark Lutheran Church.
Family and friends are invited to gather for a memorial service in honor of Marilyn at St. Mark Lutheran Church (1135 Oliver Street, North Tonawanda, NY 14120) on Saturday, January 25 at 10 am. Flowers are respectfully declined. Donations may be made in honor of Marilyn Guidotti to the Niagara SPCA or St. Mark Lutheran Church.

Family/Spouse: GUIDOTTI, Charles. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Larene (Rene) Ann Pieper (nee Hall), passed away September 7, 2023, just one month short of what would have been her 90th birthday. A lifelong resident of North Tonawanda, she is predeceased by her loving husband Robert (Skippy) Pieper, and her two beautiful daughters Deborah Flynn and Robin Washcovick, (James). She is survived by her children James (Kristine) Pieper, Scott (Barbara) Pieper, Thomas (Mary Lou) Pieper, Robert (Nancy) Pieper, and Kelly (Kevin) Ezzo. A sweet grandmother to Kevin, Robert, Aubrey, Kristen, Lindsay, Brett, Joshua, Matthew, Brandon, Stephanie, Zachary, and Nicholas, and who will remember her fondly for, among other things, a candy dish on every side table and hosting Christmas Eve. She was a great grandmother to 19 blessings. Rene was an employee and friend of Town Lanes Bowling Alley for 35 years, and passed the love of bowling onto her children. She enjoyed playing Bingo and being a member of the Red Hatters after moving from her home on Sweeney Street to Bishop Gibbons. Her new friends and neighbors were like sisters. She was an avid reader and kept her mind sharp with word puzzles. She enjoyed playing, and several times won, her fantasy football league. A wake is planned at Wattengel Funeral Home, 533 Meadow Drive, North Tonawanda on Saturday, September 16 from 1-3 p.m.

Family/Spouse: PIEPER, Robert Rolland. Robert (son of PIEPER, Arthur August and GRAWE, Ruth Ann Ernestine) was born on 1 Nov 1931 in North Tonawanda, Niagara County, NY; died on 15 May 1988 in North Tonawanda, Niagara County, NY. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Robert Hall, 80 of North Tonawanda, Thursday (September 8, 2016) in Northgate Nursing Home. Mr. Hall was born in Buffalo, New York on August 19, 1936 to James Robert and Mildred (Koepsell) Hall, Mr. Hall was a Machinist for Lawless Container, and a United States Air force Veteran.
Robert is survived by his wife of 57 years Katherine (Morrison) Hall, father of Keith (Susan) Hall, Colleen (Donald) Frazer, James, Michael, and the late Brian Hall, brother of Larene (the late Robert) Pieper, grandfather of Christopher Eldridge, Brendan (Britney), Chelsea, Gabriella, and Madison Hall, also surviving are several nieces and nephews.
Funeral services would be held privately at the convenience of the family.

Family/Spouse: MORRISON, Katherine. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: SCHROTH, Patricia. Patricia was born in 1943; died on 21 Jan 2021 in Lancaster, SC. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: HHONG, Chung. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Diane Lee Pieper
January 14, 1939  -  June 6, 20242 Trees, Flowers, or Condolences have been sent in support of Diane's family - View on Tribute WallShare a MemoryTribute Wall 3Obituary & EventsSend FlowersPlant a TreeDiane Lee Pieper Obituary


Diane Lee Pieper (nee Wescott) age 85, of North Tonawanda passed June 5th at her home, after a lengthy illness. Daine was born on January 14, 1939, in North Tonawanda, she was the eldest child of George and Lillian (nee Koepsell) Wescott. She was a 1957 graduate of Jefferson High School in Rochester, NY. On July 12, 1958, Diane married the love of her life, James Pieper. They shared 61 incredible years together until Jim’s passing in 2019. Diane was a member of the Daughters of the American Revolution and St Matthew Lutheran Church. At the church she has served, at one time, on the Decorating Committee, Youth Board, Sunday School, and the Ladies Guide. She retired from the North Tonawanda United Teachers in 1997 after 20 years serving as the union’s administrative secretary. Diane’s family was the center of her life, she also was an avid reader of romance novels, watcher of television mysteries, and enjoyed her memories from many cruise vacations. She is survived by two sons, Timothy of North Tonawanda, NY and David (Cathy) of Fairview Heights, IL; one daughter Lynda (Paul) Schultz of Grand Island, NY; five grandchildren, Jonathan (Rachel) and Jenna Pieper, and Emma, Laura and Rebecca Schultz; one brother, Arthur (Chun) Wescott, and many nieces and nephews. Diane was predeceased by her parents. Friends may call at the FRETTHOLD FUNERAL HOME, INC., 1241 Oliver St. at Ward Rd, in North Tonawanda, Monday, June 10th from 2-4 and 7-9 PM. Funeral service will be held Tuesday at 10:30 AM at St. Matthew Lutheran Church, 875 Eggert Dr. in North Tonawanda, Rev. Kenneth Craig will officiate. Interment at St. Matthew Lutheran Cemetery. Flowers gratefully declined. Memorials may be made to St. Matthew Lutheran Church. Condolences may be shared at FrettholdFuneralHome.com

Diane married PIEPER, James Jon on 12 Jul 1958 in North Tonawanda, Niagara County, NY. James (son of PIEPER, Arthur August and GRAWE, Ruth Ann Ernestine) was born on 17 Jul 1934 in Town of Wheatfield, Niagara County, NY; died on 6 Aug 2019 in Lockport, Niagara County, NY. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: MILLER. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: KRUEGER, James William. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: LAKE, Ronald. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Linda married PLAU, William A [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: YATES. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

ARBEITER - Robert C.
Age 67, of North Tonawanda, passed away January 9, 2022, in Mt. St. Mary's Hospital, following a brief illness. Robert worked as a mechanic for the North Tonawanda Police Department for 30 years. He was the owner and operator of the Downtown Auto Center for 35 years. He was a member of the Third Warders Social Club, the Fraternal Order of Eagles Aerie #1411 and a 50-year member of the Sweeney Hose Fire Company. He was the son of the late Rudolph and Beatrice Arbeiter; beloved husband of Donna (nee Kobee) Arbeiter; father of Mark (Ilona) Arbeiter; stepfather of Justin (Ashley) Eason and Caitlin (Josh) Vaccaro; grandfather of Adler and Bria; brother of Patricia (Ronald) Lake and the late Linda Plau; uncle of several nieces and nephews. A Celebration of Life is being planned for the spring and will be announced at a later date. Condolences may be shared at www.FrettholdFuneralHome.com

Family/Spouse: KOBEE, Donna. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Kathryn married NICOSIA, Vincent on 13 Aug 2011. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

David married SAVARINO, Ruth Ann [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: CLARK, Patricia. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Carl married MILLER, Cheryl Ann [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: Liane. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: Maureen. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: BREIER, Michael. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Kelly married EZZO, Kevin Mark on 25 Aug 1984 in North Tonawanda, Niagara County, NY. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

James married MORATH, Kristine A [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Flynn - Deborah Ann (nee Pieper) Flynn, age 43, of Lackawanna, formerly of North Tonawanda suddenly, Monday (March 29 1999). Mrs. Flynn was an employee of the Associates Financial Services Company.
Beloved mother of Kevin Pieper and Robert Flynn, both of North Tonawanda; dear companion of Paul Koch of Lackawanna; daughter of Larene Pieper of North Tonawanda and the late Robert Pieper, sister of James (Kris) Pieper of Tonawanda, Scott (Barbara) Pieper, Thomas (Mary Lou) Pieper, Robin Pieper, Robert (Nancy) Pieper, all of North Tonawanda and Kelly (Kevin) Ezzo of New Hampshire; also survived by many nieces and nephews.
Friends may call at the Fretthold Funeral Home, Inc., 1241 Oliver St. at Ward Rd. in North Tonawanda on Tuesday 7-9 p.m. Funeral services will be held at the funeral home on Wednesday at 1:30 p.m. The Rev. Karl Haeussler will officiate. Interment in Acacia Park Cemetery.
Tonawanda News, 30 March 1999

Family/Spouse: FLYNN, Daniel. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: FLYNN. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: Barbara. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Thomas married MONTESANTI, Mary Lou [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: WASHCOVICK, James. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: YODER, Phillip. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: PROEFROCK, Nancy M. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: Susan. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: FRAZIER, Donald. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: SCHULTZ, Lynda L. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: SCHULTZ, Paul Frederick. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: Cathy. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: FIRE, Ilona. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: PARKER, Eli. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: Megan. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]