CLOVERDALE DAIRY all removed for red lobster on army trail rd across from st isadors catholic church, se corner army trail and gary ave cloverdale il stark family farm,

This farm was owned by my grandparents Martin T.H. Stark and Agnes C. Stark. I spend much of my youth here playing, working, hunting and fishing. It was an ideal environment for children to spread their wings. My Father Albert, his brothers and sister were all raised here and are now buried at St. Isidore's Cemetery next to the church. I would like to go back in time, even for a day, to help recall the community bailing parties, bringing in the dairy cows for milking, and our great Christmas celebrations with my uncle Vernon playing Santa Claus. It was a wonderful time visiting the farm nearly every Sunday and during the summer vacation from school. Everyone should be so blessed.

I'm trying to locate Sharon Stark for a St Francis reunion - any leads?

Looks like our ranch house is hidden amongst the trees, but I can see the evergreens my daddy planted and our purple Martin house. Franklin and June Stark, my parents, bought bought a plot of land from his parents and built our home in 1955. It was eventually physically moved to Bloomingdale Road where it is still located today.

Hi Diane!
It's amazing how homes can hold so many cherished moments. We'd love to hear more about your childhood growing up in the area! What are some other notable features or changes in the neighborhood since the photo was taken in 1965? Share more details if you remember.