Because this is a family history book, this book could not have been written without responses from most everyone in the family. My deepest thanks goes to everyone who took the time and trouble to make a response, and therefore helped us all to have a better book. Special thanks are due to the following individuals (and of course we all know, if any men are mentioned, that a good wife was "leading" the way!):

Names	Help Given
Alice A. Sliger BUCKHORN MINERAL WELLS 5900 East Main Street Mesa, AZ 85205	Wrote several life stories and was a constant inspiration. Without any request on my part, she funded the entire project. If anyone wants to thank anyone, she is the one!
Lola White ************* Payson, AZ 85541	Wrote several life stories, sent many pictures, and gave constant, loving support and tons of data.
Ernest A. Clevenger **************** Mesa, AZ 85201	Wrote life story, sent pictures, and gave financial support.
Ruby Cordes ************** Garden Grove, CA 92641	Wrote several life stories, sent many pictures, was the best proof reader and gave great support.
Wylene O'Barr ************* *****************	She started it all, by sending me Grandmother's life story in her own words.
Maxine Haws *************** *******************	Wrote the life story of Grandfather Clevenger.

When special thanks are given, there will almost always be a few that will be inadvertently overlooked. I certainly thank all those who were or acted as family heads, and contacted and encouraged others to respond. This certainly included my Mother and many others. We do have a great family. Thanks again to everyone.