Jefferson - Family History & Genealogy Message Board

Waukeena-photo of AMES House? AKA property of Willy CONNELL

cassiesanders1 — 2009-09-14 23:02:53Z

This home, the AMES HOUSE near a stand of pecan trees, in Waukeena, Florida, no longer exists. It was purchased by Willy CONNELL, the youngest son of DAVID CONNELL-HATTIE TEATE. As far as we know, he actually never lived in it himself; however, various adult siblings did. No one is sure of the time span, could have been purchased by him as early as the late 1920s-early 1930s. It was eventually torn down we think due to its condition by one of the nieces. One of Willy's sisters, Bertha Mae CONNELL (LOVELL)(STOKES)(ANDREWS)ENNIS (1894-1996), lived in the home with her children for a short time [as had other CONNELL siblings]. One of Bertha Mae's daughters, Marion STOKES SANDERS, would love to locate a copy of a photo of the so-called AMES HOUSE if one exists. Any leads would be welcome.

Re: Genealogical Library-Monticello, FL

keystonejefferson — 2009-09-02 02:52:05Z

Our genealogical library is only open one (1) day a week--on Wednesdays from 9:30am to 2:30pm. However, if you have family names you would like us to research, please send all available names, dates, etc. to us & we'll be happy to search our records & respond to you. There is no charge for this service.

Our e-mail address is: keystone-jefferson@hotmail.com

Regards,
Keystone Genealogical Library
Monticello, FL

Re: Lookup please? 1870 Census Jefferson FL

Zephirine — 2009-08-30 01:37:18Z

This really helps, as I believed Thomas to be son of John, but some researchers had him as son of Andrew.

Thank you so much! :)

Grave of Charles P Walker d.1888

betabet1 — 2009-08-30 01:22:57Z

Looking for the grave of Charles Pinkney Walker died 23 March 1888 and is presumed buried in Jefferson County. He was one of the "New Market Cadets" of VMI. There is a project to photograph the graves of all the cadets. Google: "New Market Cadet Database" for details. Thank you for any information. - Anne

Re: Lookup please? 1870 Census Jefferson FL

PR_McCullough — 2009-08-30 01:14:23Z

Monticello, Jefferson, Florida
231/230
John Denham 51, b. Scotland, Com Merchant and Banker; $1,000 in real estate; $20,000 in personal property; cannot read or write is marked for every member of the family 8 yoa and older
Caroline E Denham 44, SC
Belle Denham 20, Florida
Agnes Denham 13, Florida
Carrie Denham 10, Florida
Thos Denham 8, Florida
Elizabeth Denham 2, Florida

There is no Thomas Palmer Denham listed in Jefferson County in 1870. The eight year old above is the only Thomas Denham.

The family of William Denham, a dry goods merchant born in Scotland, does live in Jefferson County. He does not have a Thomas in his household.

The Andrew Denham I found in North Florida is in Newport, Wakulla, Florida.
34/20
Andrew Denham 61, Scotland, Railroad Agent, $1000 in real estate; $500 in personal property
Adaline Denham 52, Maryland; Keeping house
Mary Denham 18, At home, Florida
Sarah C Denham 16, At home, Florida
Caroline O Denham 14, At home, Florida
Parmelia Denham 12, At home, Florida

Lookup please? 1870 Census Jefferson FL

Zephirine — 2009-08-29 20:42:19Z

Does anyone have access to the 1870 Jefferson FL census records that would not mind doing a lookup for me?

I am looking for two households on the 1870 Jefferson Census:

Household of John Denham b abt 1819 Scotland, wife Caroline b abt 1826 South Carolina;

and

Thomas Palmer Denham b abt 1862 FL (there are conflicting records of whether a John or Andrew Denham is father to Thomas Palmer Denham, so I am specifically trying to find out if Thomas Palmer is in the household with John & Caroline in 1870).

If anyone would check that for me, I would greatly appreciate it!

Re: Lewis Family Jefferson/Taylor Counties

holly1077 — 2009-08-19 01:24:56Z

Not sure if we've communicated before. Your Fannie Freeman Lewis is my grandfathers half sister. Her parents were Thomas James Freeman and Elizabeth Walker Freeman of Thomas Co. GA.
I do have more on the lineage if you are interested still.
Fannie had four sisters, one half brother and three half sisters. You can contact me if you like.
Stan Freeman
southernbygodsgrace@yahoo.com

Re: Genealogical Library-Monticello, FL

holly1077 — 2009-08-19 01:22:22Z

I would like to visit Monticello to research my Jefferson county ancestors. As I understand the Keystone Historical Society records are in the care of the Jefferson Co. library now?
What are the operating hours for the library?
Thank you kindly

Re: Arnold Cone 1805 - 1882

msgaw4191 — 2009-08-18 03:55:17Z

When Arnold Cone died, Nettie married a Sumner and lived in Safety Harbor, Fl. Then he died and she went to Savannah, Ga to be with her daughter Simmie Cone (and Simmie married a Kohn there) she is also buried in Boneventure Cemetary with her husband and his second wife.

Re: Arnold Cone 1805 - 1882

msgaw4191 — 2009-08-18 03:42:03Z

Yes, Annett is Nettie Sumner and is buried at Boneventure in Savannah, Ga. I have her cemetary lot #. She was visiting her daughter when she had surgery and had complications.

Re: HAMRICK Family of Jefferson Co. -- Primitive Baptists?

edwinking1 — 2009-07-30 19:21:25Z

Thanks for the info. At the time of my mail I was searching for the sight of Mt. Moriah Primitive Baptist Church.Have since learned the site and have visited the cemetary.Many hanks though.

Re: HAMRICK Family of Jefferson Co. -- Primitive Baptists?

emiliamet — 2009-07-30 02:15:26Z

DJ Hamrick's land was adjacent to Elizabeth Baptist Church. He donated land to it, and his son, Burrel, also later donated land to the church whenever they needed it. Their descendants still own the land near the church and cemetery.

Re: Hamrick family of North Florida

emiliamet — 2009-07-30 02:05:44Z

Pennia McSwain Hamrick moved to Jefferson County to escape having to marry Samuel's brother.

Re: Murder /Suicide 1956

looking_4_family — 2009-07-16 23:22:55Z

You may contact the Keystone Gerenealogical Library in Monticello, FL. They have a copy of the newspaper account on this event.

Their e-mail address is: keystone-jefferson@hotmail.com

Re: Mt. Moriah Primitive Baptist Church Location

edwinking1 — 2009-07-13 17:35:45Z

Those requesting info on the names/dates on the graves of the Mt. Moriah Primitive Baptist Cemetery will be disapointed to learn that the condition of the head stones is such that only a very few are legible. The site, perhaps over two acres, is pock-marked with grave depressions, but no markers. My rough estimate is that there may be a hundred or more graves. My visit did not involve searching for individual graves but trying to find the actual site of the church. No church site could be found. A number of photographs were taken. These contain the headstone of William Brinson Bryan and no others as I found no others legible The headstone mentioned above contains the following: SACRED to the memory of William Brinson Bryan who died in peace Feb.20: A.D. 1881. Aged 33 Years, 11 months and 10 days. The site is difficult to locate, a guide is needed, snakes are numerous and the undergrowth is such that only winter visits are recommended. Copies of the pic of the grave stone described and of the cemetery can be provided to any who desire. Ed King

Re: Mt. Moriah Primitive Baptist Church Location

CECarroll1945 — 2009-07-11 20:34:25Z

Has anyone surveyed the legiable Vann and Bryan gravestones?

Louis WILLIAMS

m101e — 2009-06-18 17:06:49Z

Martha Sheffield Williams parents were John and Martha Harvey Sheffield.

Re: Louis WILLIAMS

Lakeladybsc — 2009-06-14 16:11:37Z

Do you remember if Florence ever said who her grandparents were? Wondered if Martha (Florence's mother) had parents John and Martha Sheffield?

Re: Elizabeth BOZEMAN

2009-02-19 13:55:19Z

Shirley,
You're right. I don't have information on a Minnie but I do have 2 Elizabeths now. I have an Elizabeth Bozeman b1839 and married a Dennis Powell of Jefferson County. They had 12 little Powells. I have just received information on her ancestry. Elizabeth's parents were Jacob Nathan Bozemen and Catharine Cain. Jacob Nathan's siblings were Dorothy, DAvid, Samuel, James R., Mary Ann, Celia, and another Elizabeth. Jacob's parents were Luke Bozeman and Betsy Ward. These Bozemans also include Dooly Co. as part of their backgroud. Does this help? My only link is Elizabeth.
Mary Reynolds Woldering

Re: Elizabeth BOZEMAN

2009-02-19 13:54:04Z

I also am in search of Bozeman family members. There seem to be many Elizabeth Bozeman's. I have a small book called Sketches of the Bozeman family. It start's in about 1730 and ends in 1885. There are many names included, I would be happy to look up any name you need to see if there is any information on it. I also, just today, found the names of my great Aunt's & Uncles on the Bozeman side. This is probably not the branch you need, but, what I have so far is Minnie L. Bozeman, born in Walton county Fla., Her mother was Mary elizabeth Lindsey, the father was Andrew Lee (Ander) Bozeman. I have ordered the film for records of Mary Elizabeth's mother & father. Oh - Minnie Bozeman was married to Robert Brooks. If you have any info on this part of the Bozeman or Brooks family, please let me know, or if you can use any of the info I have collected.
Thanks, Shirley

Elizabeth BOZEMAN

2009-02-19 13:53:06Z

I have the name of an Elizabeth Bozeman Connected with Jefferson County. I show her married to a Dennis Powell (3/30/1831-12/16/1913) but no dates for the woman. I also show she had 12 children, among them Buddy(possibly a nickname for a Junior)Powell my ggfather born in 1880. Perhaps she was a relative of the Dorothy you seek
Mary Reynolds Woldering

Re: Levi & Dorothy HARRIS - Marriage

2009-02-19 13:52:16Z

Jefferson Co., FL Marriage Bk A, p. 5 is the marriage of Levi Harris to Dorothy Bozeman on 29 Dec 1831. Also there is a marriage in Bk A, p. 24 between a Levi Harris and Rebecca Brown on 20 Jan 1841. I found no evidence of a Tamzy Harris or an MV Harris. Are these male or female and what does the MV stand for and is Tamzy a nickname?

Levi & Dorothy (Bozeman) HARRIS - died in Jefferson Co.

2009-02-19 13:51:32Z

Searching in Jefferson County for dates of death for
Levi Harris and his wife Dorothy Bozeman Harris.
She probably died sometime between 1831-1841
Also looking for any info on Tamzy Harris, born about 1832
and MV Harris who was a year younger than Tamzy.
Thanks
Emma In New Mexico

Charles & Kathrine (Foster) HAY

2009-03-15 14:44:27Z

My wife's Hay family lived in Jefferson county early 1900s. Her father Charles Marvin Hay was born Jan 1920 in Monticello, and his parents were Charles M Hay and Kathrine (Foster) Hay. Any information on this family line would be greatly appreciated. Thanks

Levi Harris

2008-11-04 14:31:20Z

Jefferson County, (Monticello) Harris family, Levi Harris
who married Dorothy Bozeman in 1831. Would like to know when
and where they died and were buried. Who were Levi Harris'
parents and siblings. Any info appreciated.

Solomon TANNER

stflaox — 2009-03-15 14:42:33Z

Seeking information on the Solomon TANNER as listed in the
book, "Florida Voters In Their First Statewide Election,
May 26, 1845." Their are three TANNER men listed in this
volume. Two of them, Solomon & Vincent TANNER are located
in Precent 1- Monticello, and the third, Joseph TANNER is
located in Precinct 7- Bryan Mills. I am a descendant of
Joseph TANNER > William TANNER > James Brinson TANNER
> James Henry TANNER. Vincent was know to be a son of
Joseph Tanner & Mary Ann Tanner. What abt this Solomon
Tanner. I would appreciate any suggestions or help on this line. Regards, Steve

Re: Jefferson Co. SURNAMES

Lakeladybsc — 2009-01-17 14:38:50Z

I have all of my Father's family in Thomas county and Jefferson county from 1825 to present. I would love to get a copy of you data base. It really would assist with my research.
Thanks you.

bocarn@bellsouth.net

Re: Benj. Franklin DEVANE -- Jefferson Co.

Jeanmead — 2009-02-09 17:41:04Z

Thanks for your suggestions, however I have done all of what you suggest and much, much more. I was in Bladen Co, NC and related areas last October and went to the beautiful Black River Presbyterian Church, which Thomas DeVane b1700 have the land for.

I have recently been told that there are no more DeVanes living in Jefferson Co, FL -- only Jeanette DeVane, the widow of Bobby DeVane. I am still searching for the link of these Jefferson Co DeVanes to Thomas DeVane 1700. Bobby's father was Richard DeVane b 1886 and I believe him to be a descendant of Benjamin Franklin DeVane 1796, but haven't been able to establish that link.

Searching for Descendents of Benj. Franklin DEVANE -- Jefferson Co.

Jeanmead — 2008-10-16 16:26:50Z

I am looking for North Florida DeVanes, particularly those who descend from Benjamin Franklin DeVane, 1796. This Benjamin was born in Bladen Co, NC, later moved to Lowndes Co, GA, then Quitman, Co, GA, Madison & Taylor counties, FL, then finally to Plant City, Hillsborough Co, area. He had 6 sons, all who fought in the Civil War:
John Thomas DeVane, b 1815 Bladen Co, NC
William H DeVane, b 1817 Bladen Co, NC
Samuel Rownan DeVane b 1824 Bulloch Co, GA
James S DeVane b 1827 Bulloch Co, GA (remained in Taylor Co)
George DeVane b 1832 Shady Grove, Taylor Co, FL (killed in Battle at Gettsyburg)
Benjamin Franklin DeVane, 1835 Shady Grove, Taylor Co, FL (died in Savannah Ga, while walking home to Plant City after the end of the Civil War) - my gg-grandfather.

Jefferson Co: Below are DeVanes in Madison Co, FL I know of but have not been able to link or find their descendants.

From SSDI:
Richard Devane 2 Jul 1886 Feb 1971 Monticello, Jefferson, Florida - SSDI
George Devane 16 May 1909 Dec 1967 Monticello, Jefferson, Florida - SSDI
James H. Devane 22 Sep 1911 20 Jun 2003 Monticello, Jefferson, Florida - SSDI
Annie W. Devane 8 Oct 1914 5 Aug 1989 Monticello, Jefferson, Florida - SSDI
Bobby Devane 27 Aug 1917 12 Oct 1995 Monticello, Jefferson, Florida - SSDI
wife - Janie W. Devane 1 Oct 1914 6 Jun 2001 Monticello, Jefferson, Florida - SSDI

from 1930 US Census:
b 1885 R H DeVane, head (I think formally in Madison Co), wife Dixie
b 1912 G T DeVane, son
b 1914 Henry DeVane, son
b 1918 Louis DeVane, son
b 1920 Bobbie DeVane, daughter
b 1923 Harley DeVane, son

Ironically, 40 years ago I lived 2 doors from Bobby and Janie DeVane on Pearl St. I told Janie that I thought I was kin to them. She said that we probably were but Bobby would have to tell me how. I was busy just starting my professional career and not really into genealogy at the time, so we never had that discussion. How unfortunate!

You can reach me at jeanmead@aol.com
Jean Meadows

Re: CRUMITY Family

CURTISCRUMITY — 2009-04-02 18:46:07Z

MY NAME IS CURTIS JEROME CRUMITY. MY MOTHER IS ROWNIE
CRUMITY, MY GRANDMOTHER IS RUBY DEAN CRUMITY. THIS IS LIKE
GETTING INTO FORT KNOX BECAUSE I WENT SO LONG WITHOUT KNOWING ANYTHING ABOUT MY FAMILIES ORGIN AND NOW I FINDING OUT SO MUCH AND ITS' MIND BLOWNING.I WAS BORN IN SANFORD ,FL BUT MY MOTHER WAS BORN IN ROCHESTER, NEW YORK.SO
I NEVER KNEW MY GRANDFATHER. I WAS TOLD HE WAS NORTH FLORIDA, WHICH THAT POINTS TO MONTICELLO.I ALSO SEEN A THAT SHOWS THE CRUMITY NAME SPELLED ABOUT 10 DIFFERENT WAYS WHICH EXPLAINS THE ORIGINS OF OUR FAMILY THAT MY UNCLE DWAYNE HAS.MY # IS 904-626-6013 OR 912-490-0039 I AM IN WAYCROSS, GA RIGHT NOW AND I WOULD APPRECIATE ANY INFO, GOD BLESS. ELDER CURTIS CRUMITY 34 YRS OLD

Re: Bozeman search

ShirleyBrooks97 — 2009-02-17 20:34:56Z

Connie, I would like to email you directly, but you address is not posted.
My brick wall with the Bozeman family is when Minnie married my grandfather, R.A. Brooks. I have a copy of their marrige registration if 1911, but he is only listed as R.A.
According to the cencus, he was from Georgia. She also married Darnell in 1914, also in Holmes county. Do you have any Brooks or Darnel info? I would be happy to share what I have if you need it.
Shirley
shirbusa@netscape.net

Re: Benj. Franklin DEVANE -- Jefferson Co.

jparham304 — 2009-02-09 17:40:16Z

Try Google search for "benjamin franklin devane". There are several productive results including a recent re-interment of his remains. The DeVane(DeVaughan) name is prominent in the Cromartie family in Bladen County NC and Sampson County NC especially at Black River Presbyterian Church, Ivanhoe, Sampson County.

Re: Benj. Franklin DEVANE -- Jefferson Co.

jparham304 — 2009-02-09 17:41:54Z

I'll send more to your email address included in original post.

Murder /Suicide 1956

familytreebama — 2009-04-17 03:47:01Z

I am looking for a news item from Wankanah, Jefferson county Florida dated week of Janurary 9, 1956. Any news clips concerning the death of Edward Howard Oswalt, and wife Luna. I know he lived on farm land away from the town/city, and he worked at a service station. This death was result of a MURDER / SUICIDE, and details are wanted by the family. Any one who could access old newspapers for finding this information, please e-mail or reply.

Re: HAY Family

louveniaslocumb — 2009-03-15 14:45:10Z

Dear David
Found one of your old postings & I'm related to your wife
If you have any children with her to them too
Contact me for details if you like
louvenia.slocumb@yahoo.com

B.L. Bryd - of Monticello,FL

lfrandell — 2009-02-16 22:34:36Z

Are either of you related to B.L. Bryd who married V. Levengood of Ocala?

Re: Jefferson Co. SURNAMES

RoseannaWoods51 — 2009-02-26 17:21:29Z

I read your post and would also like to have a copy of this information as I am a Woods. My email is: rose195174120@yahoo.com, if you would be kind enough to send me a copy. I would greatly appreciate it.

Roseanna Woods

Re: Oscar and Ida WOODS

RoseannaWoods51 — 2009-01-12 02:00:07Z

Are you talking then about Oscar Artist Woods? If you are looking for his mother's name, do know his father's name?

Rose Anna Woods
rose195174120@yahoo.com

Re: Arnold Cone 1805 - 1882

slowturtlewoman — 2008-12-02 14:43:52Z

Looking for Parents of Minnie Ophilia Arnold Cone.
Minnie was born Boston GA.2 Jun 1882.
Parents listed on her Death Certificate are Annette Cone
and Arnold Cone.Annette might have gone by name of "Nettie "
Minnie married Enoch Nathaniel Baker sometime around
1901-1904 in FL. or GA.
She died in Pasco CO: FL,Lacoochee, on 7 Jun 1956.
And is buried Mt.Zion,Dade City,Pasco,FL
Enoch N. Baker ,DOB 24 Sept or Dec. 1878 or 1879.
He passed 31 Dec.1947.He too is buried Mt.Zion.
Am try to find where Arnold and Annette are buried,
as well as Annette's maiden name,and date of marriage.
Any and all help welcome.

Re: Jefferson County Marriage Records

jcpl7 — 2008-09-24 16:14:49Z

The Keystone Genealogical Library has the original marriage license for Mary Laura HIGH and Thomas R. ODER.

Contact us at keystone-jefferson@hotmail.com if you have any questions.

Keystone Genealogical Library
Monticello, Jefferson Co., FL

Re: CRUMITY Family

jcpl7 — 2009-04-15 15:00:18Z

We find the following information in our cemetery records:

Rosa CRUMITY: Buried in Pleasant Grove Cemetery, born 12/9/1941, died 1/22/2001.

Buried in Bolden-Green Cemetery:
Betsy Ann CRUMITY, born 1880, died 1958
David CRUMITY, born 1921, died 1980
Willie CRUMITY, born 1872, died 1959

Keystone Genealogical Library
Monticello, FL
e-mail: keystone-jefferson@hotmail.com

Re: Lewis Family Jefferson/Taylor Counties

bobbylewis_1 — 2008-12-22 21:20:28Z

Sorry for any confusion it is Douglas and not Doublas.

Lewis Family Jefferson/Taylor Counties

bobbylewis_1 — 2008-12-22 21:19:54Z

I am looking for information on the family of James (Jim) and Fannie (Fanny) Freeman Lewis of Jefferson and Taylor Counties. They had several children Jessie T, Carrie S, William W, Sallie D, Chirstopher C, Florida and Virginia (Virtty). I know that Carrie (Carry) married a Brumbley and Florida married a Doublas and moved to Georgia. I am the grandson of Christopher Columbus Lewis who married Ellie Mae Stafford. I would be happy to exchange information and provide my personal email of bobby.lewis@gtcom.net. Any information would be of great help in my search to put my families past together.

Re: Carrie LEWIS

bobbylewis_1 — 2008-12-22 18:03:07Z

Sorry for taking so long. I have found out that Carrie Lewis is in fact my Corry Lewis I have listed. She was my grandfather's sister. My family (Lewis) seems to be in Jefferson county as far back as the 1850s any information you might have would be of great help. You may email me at bobby.lewis@gtcom.net. I will be more than happy to share what I have.

Re: Jesse Lewis/Fannie Freeman Lewis

bobbylewis_1 — 2008-12-22 17:53:26Z

I apologize for taking so long myself it has been awhile since I have been on the message boards. I have a habit of experiencing burnout from these searches. My father was Bobby Lee Lewis. His father was Christopher Columbus Lewis and was the son of Jim (I know this is a name short) and Fannie Lewis. I am running into big gaping holes as to tracking down the Lewis family tree. Please feel free to email me at my personal email of bobby.lewis@gtcom.net. I am trying to dig as far back as possible to find out our family history.

John J. O'Neal

sundialtoo — 2009-06-14 04:49:52Z

Is there anyone with any Info on John J. O'Neal who lived on O'Neal Tram Rd near Walker Springs Rd in the late 1800s-1910

Re: Jefferson Co. SURNAMES

sundialtoo — 2009-01-14 02:54:48Z

I have a database of about 70% of the marked graves in Jefferson County if you are interested I can send it to you or at least the portion with these surnames. Just give me your email.

Re: Bozeman search

conniebozeman2 — 2009-02-17 04:06:37Z

I think this Dennis Powell died in Worth Co, Ga. according to a Powell connection of mine. I have lots on the Bozeman family and a little on this family. Email me directly.

Re: Harris Family

conniebozeman2 — 2008-11-04 05:07:09Z

email me directly...I have some Bozeman info on Dorothy Bozeman

TAYLOR Family in Jefferson Co. -- William Taylor, b. 1805 NC

MFGreen — 2009-01-12 18:56:28Z

Looking for information on the Taylor family in Jefferson County. William Taylor brn in NC abt 1805.