Massac County Genealogical Society [MCGS] - Family History & Genealogy Message Board

Re: Chick Street

dbourgault1 — 2009-06-27 02:30:23Z

Cheryl,
I would like to know which Chicks you are related to. My great-grandmother's brother was Thomas Chick who owned the Chick House Hotel in Rockford, Ill. He died in 1918.
The family was originally fron Devon, England, but moved to Canada around 1850, and several of the brothers moved on to Illinois a few years later. My Great-grandmother Elizabeth Chick married and stayed in the area around London, Ontario.
Does any on this relate to your family?

Diane B.

Re: Chick Street

cherylclark47 — 2009-06-27 01:15:25Z

Hello My name is Cheryl Chick Clark. My Grandfather Morton Chick family owned the land in the area. He was the town commisioner in the 1940's and had the court house built. About the streets, he also named some of them after his children, Jon st is named after my father. I was just in Metropolis last month doing research. I have quite alot done on the chick side and lots of photos, I'll share. Cheryl

Re: Massac County database

rkwalker2008 — 2009-06-25 13:48:33Z

ok I think I found the right spot. The Walkers listed there are not related to me, but will continue to watch this message board. thanks for your work.

Re: Massac County database

rkwalker2008 — 2009-06-25 13:45:10Z

Hi Donna,
My name is Randy and my parents were William and Mary from the Metropolis area. I currently have 6 sisters and 1 brother living there. I am in Minnesota.

Re: Massac County database

BartGripenstraw — 2009-06-24 18:33:26Z

bart_gripenstraw@yahoo.com

is my email address

Re: Massac County database

BartGripenstraw — 2009-06-24 18:33:05Z

did you look at my database? just click on the name and you should find the details. I know there was a Lena Walker married to Ed Shelton (1867-1943). And a Walker married to a Katterjohn

Re: Massac County database

BartGripenstraw — 2009-06-24 18:33:03Z

did you look at my database? just click on the name and you should find the details. I know there was a Lena Walker married to Ed Shelton (1867-1943). And a Walker married to a Katterjohn

Re: Massac County database

BartGripenstraw — 2009-06-24 18:30:15Z

just click on my link in my original message. it will take you to my database.

James Hannah b abt 1812 AL md Mary ? b abt 1814 TN

djisawesome — 2009-06-24 18:05:06Z

I'm looking for any information on James Hannah b abt 1812 in Alabama who married Mary ? who was born around 1814 in TN.

I believe they were in Autauga Co AL in 1830, Talladega Co AL in 1840, Johnson Co Illinois in 1850, and Massac Co Illinois in 1860.

Some of their children include:

Joseph C b abt 1834
David A b abt 1835
William S b abt 1838
Henry L b abt 1840
Mary J b abt 1842
Sarah J b abt 1846
Louis Sampson b abt 1849
Isabella Biddy b abt 1853.

A Richard Hannah (b abt 1794) was living next door to them in 1850 Johnson Co Illinois.

Any help is much appreciated.

Thanks,
Dennis

Re: Massac County database

donnaort — 2009-06-24 15:54:28Z

I saw your query this morning on my email. I noticed that
you are doing research on Walker. My maiden name is Walker, and I was wondering if you and I may have a connection. Would you mind telling me the first names of
your relatives you are doing research on?
My father was born in Metropolis, so my research has been
in that area.
Hope we can help each other.

Thanks, Donna Ort

Re: Massac County database

rkwalker2008 — 2009-06-24 14:58:29Z

Hi, I got an automatic email regarding your message. How do I access your Massac county database. Don't get to this site too often because I don't have internet access at home. But would like to to some research on my family (Walker & Tanner).
thanks

Massac County database

BartGripenstraw — 2009-06-19 02:50:47Z

http://worldconnect.rootsweb.ancestry.com/cgi-bin/igm.cgi?db...

Hi all,
I continue to add to my database and believe I probably have the most Massac County families represented in an online database. I have added another 500 or so names and will update my database online in the next week or so. Let me know if you have a connection, corrections, additions, etc.

bart_gripenstraw@yahoo.com

Brown's in Illinois

mcedwards124 — 2009-06-11 11:45:05Z

Looking for descendants of Ivan Brown b. abt 1886 m. Rena Leap Children Lillard and Verna. Researching Ivan's parents who were born in KY. He had a sister named Beulah b. 1883.

Re: Chick Street

dbourgault1 — 2009-06-10 21:16:05Z

No, I have necer received any information. Can you help?

Diane

Re: Chick Street

cherylclark47 — 2009-06-10 20:41:55Z

Did you ever get a answer to the question about Chick st in Metropolis?

Re: Looking for info on Hatfield who lived in Joppa, IL

felker500 — 2009-06-07 12:37:43Z

I have no infomation on your Hatfield, but do have infomation on Christina's family if you r intested. Do you have a cemetery name where Christina was buried. I decend from her brother James KP Sands

Lucinda (Taylor) and John Cathcart-ANY INFO PLEASE

shelleyatsuperpets — 2009-05-25 02:07:54Z

I am searching for ANY info on Lucinda Taylor who married John Cathcart on July 31, 1862, Massac County. They may have had 2 boys, Drew Addison b. 1857 and Henry, dates unknown. I believe both died before 1870 and left the boys orphans. B.F. Taylor was the Clerk of the County who signed the certificate of marriage. Could he be related to her?
If anyone has any kind of info, I would greatly appreciate hearing from you.
Shelley Adams-shelleyatsuperpets@sbcglobal.net

Miller Cemetery

jbradsh — 2009-05-11 20:59:17Z

Does anyone know of a cemetery near Round Knob, IL that is called Miller Cemetery? I haven't been able to locate it on any list of Massac cemeteries and I have a descendant that is supposed to be buried there. Thanks for any help!

Denedde

JRTs_R_Us — 2008-10-07 13:05:21Z

Due to a computer crash and a corrupted disc. I lost a lot of information. On a search I found in the arcives a message concernig the surname Denedde. Unforturatly it is old and the email address is no longer working. So I hope the person is still on the list.

My maternal tree goes like this
Me>Laura Caroline Beckman(n)>Laura Emma Weiland (1st marriage Viel)>Caroline Denedde (AKA Dernedy, Delnettie, Daarnettie) whose parent's are E. and Wilhelmina (Lena or Mina) Denedde.

E. dies early on and Wilhelmina marries a William Neumeyer (Neymeyer) in St Francois Co. MO. He has children when they marry and they have children afterwords. About 1880, She marries Charles (Carl or Karl) Ahnert and shortly after moves to Mt. Olive Macoupin Co IL. Charles dies in 1901 and Wilhelmina in 1922. I still have not sorted out the children's last names. But I do know Sophia, Josie, Mary, Minna, Will lived to adulthood as I have a picture of them and Wilhelmina.

Does this fit into anyones tree?

Denise
Dogs are not our whole life,
But they make our lives whole.

Re: Searching for info-Civil War Vet

robingarland25 — 2008-11-09 21:00:17Z

Hello,
My e-mail address is rgarl37988@aol.com
Robin

Re: Searching for info-Civil War Vet

robingarland25 — 2008-10-18 19:01:21Z

Hi,
I am looking at some of the Davidsons from TN who ended up in and around the area of IL you have discussed in posts. My link is to a Jesse Davidson whose parents were from Dickson County, Tn and links to Montgomery...and possibly Henry Counties.
Jesse Davidson was born about 1800. On the 1860 Pope IL census he has a wife Martha. I know he had the following children: William (older, born in 1820s), George, Sarah Jane, and Isabelle.
There is a John S. Davidson born 1820s in TN in Johnson, IL who I suspect may also be linked to this Jesse Davidson. A son of John S. is also reported to have returned to TN.
Given the close contact of these counties I wonder if there isn't some relationship.
Jesse Davidson appears to have arrived in IL shortly before 1850 given census information and other records. I don't find him on the 1850 census but can confirm his identity because of his mother's estate in TN.
Also, I'd like your feedback on your William's civil war record as I have that he mustered out in Pine Bluff, Ark rather than mustered in. I have that he joined service in New Columbia, IL.
I hope to hear from you.
Robin Garland

Re: Searching for info-Civil War Vet

RickinCalif — 2008-11-09 16:43:05Z

Would gladly send that to you, can you give me your e-mails address

ID of church

mary_evers — 2009-01-15 05:17:01Z

I need help in ID a picture of a church (?Lower Salem) with a large gather during Prayer & Thanksgiving. We aren't for sure that it was Lower Salem Church or elsewhere and all the people attending it. I will email it to those interested in helping. We are planning to include it in the book: Evers, Early Southern Illinois Settlers.
Thanks in advance.
Mary

Re: MAURICE E LEE b 1911 HALIFAX, WEST YORKSHIRE

dicktague58 — 2009-03-14 22:43:07Z

New York Passenger Lists, 1820-1957 New York Passenger Lists, 1820-1957
Name: Maurice E Lee
Arrival Date: 26 Oct 1912
Estimated Birth Year: abt 1886
Age: 26
Gender: Male
Port of Departure: Liverpool, England
Ethnicity/Race/Nationality: English
Ship Name: Cedric
Search Ship Database: View the Cedric in the 'Passenger Ships and Images' database
Port of Arrival: New York, New York
Nativity: England
Line: 8
Microfilm Serial: T715
Microfilm Roll: T715_1963
Birth Location: England
Birth Location Other: Leeds
Page Number: 29

Re: william metcalf jr marriage

LVanDyke1332 — 2008-06-29 01:47:38Z

Thanks for the information, but; I have no knowledge of a connection to Massac County, they both were from Lancaster, Ohio, however; I have not been able to locate a marriage or divorce record.
Earlier this day I was on RootsWeb and found a message board with the William A. Metcalf in question, and posted a query to a family pedigree on Mr. Metcalf, and it appears my query was posted to several boards. Again, thanks for the information.

william metcalf jr marriage

LVanDyke1332 — 2008-06-28 20:28:38Z

Searching for date and place of marriage for William A. Metcalf Jr. and Florence Potts. I believe the year to have been 1941.

Also, date and place of divorce.

Thank You

william metcalf jr marriage

LVanDyke1332 — 2008-06-28 20:27:50Z

Searching for date nad place of marriage for William A. Metcalf Jr. and Florence Potts. I believe the year to have been 1941.

Also, date and place of divorce.

Thank You

Rider Family

etters — 2008-09-10 20:43:10Z

Searching for information to the Rider Family,
Anyone that can add any other information to this family
I would greatly appreciate it.
Jonathan and Mary Etris Rider moved to Illinois shortly before 1850 from Georgia, no other information can be found.

1850 United States Federal Census
Pope, Illinois
Betsy Rider 21 ga
Francis Rider 14 ga
George Rider 6 ga
John Rider 16 ga
Jonothan Rider 55 sc
Joseph Rider 8 ga
Malinda Rider 12 ga
Mary Rider 35 ga
Nancy Rider 10 ga
William Rider 1 Illinois

1860 United States Federal Census
Township 16 S Range 6 E, Massac, Illinois
Jonathan Rider 68
Rebecca Rider 21
John Reder 23
Marion Rider 22
Nancy Rider 19
Joseph Rider 16
George Rider 14
William Rider 12
James Rider 6

1870 United States Federal Census
Township 16 Range 6, Massac,
George Rider 21
Nancy Rider 19
James R Rider 17

1880 United States Federal Census
Jackson, Massac, Illinois
James Rider 22
Nancey Rider 30 sister

Marriage Records
Mrs. Eliza A. Rider Female Lazarus H. Paris Mar 14, 1894 Massac
H. R. Rider Male Alice M. Liggett Dec 29, 1897 Massac
James R. Rider Male Eliza E. Dayton Nov 22, 1874 Massac

Death Records

THE 1850 MORTALITY INDEX OF
POPE COUNTY, ILLINOIS
Samuel RIDER 17 --- Georgia Farmer June, Chronich

1870 Moratility SCH
134 Wm. H. Rider 20 M W -- IL -- -- Mar Farmer Erysipelas (#134 George Rider)

Database of Illinois Civil War Veterans
RIDER, FRANCIS M PVT G 131 IL US INF MASSAC CO

Aron Portwood married Barbara Ann Rider in Pope County on 6/4/1848

Re: Cemetery Lookup: Emily Burris Summers Nightwine Cagle

dhshool — 2008-04-28 15:05:31Z

Hi Donald,

No, I do not have Richard's parents. I would love to see a pic of Rosa. I have a family pic of James, Lydia, & Emily (as a baby); I posted it on findagrave.com under James and Lydia's memorials in Hillerman Cemetery. A lot of the info I had was also from comparing research notes with Jennie Little. I haven't heard from her in a few years, as well. A very helpful researcher from Massac Co., Kerry, helped me put a lot of pieces together in the last month or so with his lookups. I, too, have been very busy as of late and sometimes I take a while to return messages, so I understand. You can e-mail me at dhshool2000@yahoo.com.

Re: Metcalf marriage

PriscillaR — 2008-09-25 14:03:12Z

Ginger, I saw your tree at Rootsweb. Could you please contact me?
Thanks, Priscilla

Re: Cemetery Lookup: Emily Burris Summers Nightwine Cagle

trumbo2 — 2008-04-28 10:32:14Z

Dave,
Wow, that was a lot of information! Do you have Richard's Parents? I have them as William Burris and Elizabeth Baily. Elizabeth Baily was one quarter cherokee indian. I have some information on this line, some of which is a little different than yours, but I want to check my sources before I send it to you. My notes could be wrong. I don't have much more that you do though. Do you have an email address that I can send some stuff to you. I have a pic of Rosa Burris. You can tell by her picture she is part Cherokee. I'm going to try and copy a genealogy report to Microsoft word so I can highlight the differnces in my notes. Then you can decide if you want to make the changes or not. I corresponded with a Jennie Little several years ago and she had lots of information on the Burris name but I lost contact with her. Please give me some time though because this is a busy time of year for me at work. I'll get back to you as soon as I can.

Donald Trumbo
trumbodr@yahoo.com

Re: Bean Family

sbean49er — 2008-08-04 04:29:30Z

Thanks, that will be most helpful.

James D. Story, son of John Story and Mariah Fizer

Bill_Dahnke — 2008-11-18 08:24:05Z

I am seeking info on Jmaes D. Story, born Dec.10, 1842 in Ohio, son of John Story and Maraih Fizer. James later settled in Massac County, Il after the Civil War, and married Eliza Taylor in 1867. I am trying to find info on James D. Story's family,and where his mother Mariah Fizer fits into the Fiser/Fizer tree I am researching. Any info will be appreciated.

BRYANT FAMILY MEMBERS

ANGELA4BRYANT — 2008-12-01 16:20:15Z

SEARCHING FOR FAMILY MEMBERS CONNECTED TO:
ANTHONY BRYANT, 1856, ALABAMA
WIFE: JULIANN, 1856 OR SOONER, ALABAMA
MOTHER MILLIE:, 1842, VIRGINIA
FATHER (UNKNOWN), GEORGIA
CHILDREN:
MATTIE BRYANT, 1891, ALABAMA
EMMA, 1903, ALABAMA
ROBERT, 1897, ALABAMA
HENRY, 1899, ALABAMA
EMMITT, 1892, ALABALA
GRANDSONS:
TOMMIE, 1911, ALABAMA
CHARLIE, 1908, ALABAMA
CONTACT ME, IF YOU HAVE ANY KNOWLEDGE OF FAMILY HISTORY. NEED TO KNOW WHAT INBIDAN TRIBE THEY WERE FROM. MY GRANDFATHER, USED TO TALK ABOUT HIS FAMILY MEMBERS IN CHICAGO.

Marriage Record Questions

KimbroughL — 2008-08-30 04:30:16Z

Hi, All~

I have a couple of marriage records that I would like to obtain from Massac County. I am wondering if anyone knows the cost per record and to where I send my request?

Thank you.

Re: Need mother's name from death certificate of PENDELL, ENGLISH, Massac Co.

DeeCross — 2008-05-26 13:19:03Z

Joyce, thanks for looking into this. It would fill a big hole for a lot of people if you could come up with the name.

I have Mathias Pendell, b.1768, as the father of John and William Pendell.

Thanks again for any help you can offer.

Dee

Re: Metcalf marriage

rubyphil — 2008-06-16 18:29:41Z

I am interested in the Simpson Metcalf family and was wondering if you had any information on them. They are on the 1860 census in Pleasant Gap, Bates County, Missouri. A William Campbell is living with them. I was wondering if perhaps he was the father of Gabrilla or if he was just living with them. Any information would be most helpful.

Timmons/Metropolis

culppj — 2008-11-29 23:36:51Z

I am looking for the family of Luther and Helen (Jenkins) Timmons who were living in Metropolis in 1930. I was told they had 9 children. I know that the 3 oldest were Gloria L. (about1926), Mary J. (about 1927) and Betty Lou ( about 1928). Luther was born in 1904 and Helen was born about 1908. Luther was probably born in Kentucky and Helen in Illinois. I know that Luther was a barber and he died in 1967 in Metropolis and is buried at Masonic Cemetery. If anyone has any other information, please let us know. Thanks for your help. Jan Culp culppj@aol.com

MAURICE E LEE b 1911 HALIFAX, WEST YORKSHIRE

mandymoo1 — 2009-03-13 18:27:18Z

am trying to find information on the above Maurice E Lee born 1911 Halifax, he had 1 sibling that I know of Marian Lee born 1916. Their parents were Gertrude (nee Longbottom) and Willie Lee

I seem to have found a Maurice E Lee on Ancestry New York Passenger Lists 1820-1857.

Would some kind person who has access to American records do a look up for me please and confirm his age. My Maurice was born 1911 Halifax, West Yorkshire. Other people travelling could be William Lee his father or Marian/Marion his sister (born 1916).

The following is a record from the IGU, how can I find census records to match this record that will confirm where he was born?

Maurice LEE
Birth Date: 4 Oct 1911
Death Date: 14 Mar 1988
Social Security Number: 334-32-8896
State or Territory Where Number Was Issued: Illinois

Death Residence Localities
ZIP Code: 61469
Localities: Oquawka, Henderson, Illinois

Thank you in advance
Amanda

NEW LIBERTY CEMETARY LOOKUP

shelleyatsuperpets — 2009-05-07 19:53:33Z

I was told by a clerk in Pope County, Il that a new cemetary listings book has been published with, she thought, New Liberty,Il listings in it.
If someone has this would they mind looking to see if John and Lucinda CAthcart are in it?
Your help is always appreciated.
Shelley Adams
shelleyatsuperpets@sbcglobal.net

BURIALS OF JOHN AND LUCINDA CATHCART

shelleyatsuperpets — 2009-05-07 19:48:28Z

I am looking for the burial place of John and Lucinda (Taylor) Cathcart. They were married in Massac county Aug. 31, 1862. If they are the right people I am looking for, they both died by 1870 and left two young boys orphans.
They lived near New Liberty, Il and I wondered if they were buried in the old New Liberty Cemetary.
Would appreciate any help in finding these graves.
Thanks
shelleyatsuperpets@sbcglobal.net

Re: Sara Elizabeth Copeland

Karen_8085 — 2008-06-08 21:58:33Z

I have some pictures of the Joshua Short Copeland cemetery if you would like them contact me at dkhall85@netscape.com
I also have a Minnie Allen who married a Vivian Evers. Just wondered if they might be in your line also? Minnie's mother was Bertha Ann Jones who was married to (1)Iva Allen and (2) to Joshua Minter.
Karen

MASSAC FAMILIES 2008 REUNION

Karen_8085 — 2008-05-11 19:56:19Z

2008 Massac Cousins Reunion Newsletter
For the Descendants of:
1. Mary Harriet Sharp & Samuel Burlington Riley
2. Julia Effie Graham & James Anderson Douglas
3. Alice “Allie” Elizabeth Jones & Thomas Harrison Riley
4. Mary Caroline Clark/Little & Lorenzo Dow “Ran” Jones
5. “Elder” James Jones & (wife 1) Maitlaid Watson & (2) Elizabeth “Betsy” White.
6. William Copeland, John Copeland and Joshua Short Copeland.

We will hold our 2nd reunion at the Massac Creek Community of Christ on June 21, 2008. The church is located off of 12th street on Com. Park Drive in Metropolis, IL. The time is from 11am- 3 pm and we will have a prayer followed by a potluck meal at noon in the gym. The Jones family will provide ice. There are plenty of plug-ins for crock-pots and warm dishes.
Shortly after lunch we want to make pictures and there will be plenty of time for visiting. I would like to ask for a representative from each branch of the family (Douglas, Jones, Riley, Sharp, Copeland) who would read a list of their families Veterans and mention which branch of service they represented and what war. We have been fortunate to have so many in our combined families who have served or are presently serving and we would like to remember them and their service. Let me know if you are willing to share a word about your family’s contribution.
I didn’t make another DVD movie this year but I am continuing to add to the family scrapbook. If you have any suggestions or contributions please let me know. I can make available more of the 2007 Family History Project DVD if necessary. My contact information is Karen Riley Hall, 4354 Quality Rd., Lewisburg, KY 42256 if you have e-mail then contact me at dkhall85@netscape.com or dkmnlhall@juno.com. My phone # is 270-755-5404.
Let me know what your family would like to contribute and I will compile a list of things we might still need. We had so much to choose from last year and it was really good food.
I have heard from several that they plan to attend and I am looking forward to getting to visit more this year. I am sure we will have some different faces this year and getting to know some of you better.
I know that some will not be able to make it but I do look forward to seeing several there. Make plans to attend if you can.
Karen R. Hall (a granddaughter of Fred & Velma Douglas Riley)

Re: Need mother's name from death certificate of PENDELL, ENGLISH, Massac Co.

Joyce_Dwiggins — 2008-05-13 19:40:06Z

Hi
I have pendell on my line, and I have a 1870 census for
Massac Illinois, Susanna Pendell age 59 born N.C.Abaraham
20 B.Illinois,Elizabeth 30 B.Tn.Also 1860 massac,Edward
pendell age 61.B.Va,1870 same place Harris Pendell 35..Ky.
Nancy 34,Tn(Hardestry) John J.14 Ky.G.Grandfather,Mary J.8.Illinois,Amanda,6 Hammilton.1..I will go through my
files and see If I have more,

Looking for info on Hatfield who lived in Joppa, IL

angiel02 — 2009-03-24 00:04:14Z

I've been at a brick wall for over a year looking for the parents of Achilles (or Axley) Hatfield. He was born around 1820 in Illinois or Kentucky. He married Christina Sands (who is buried in Joppa) in Meade County, Kentucky in 1847. Children are Mansfield, Dorsey, and Isaac Hatfield. They seem to stay along the Ohio river, as they were ship carpenters. Any info or ideas are appreciated!

Re: Ancestors from Kristdala, Sweden

BBring — 2008-12-20 18:03:04Z

Hi Shawna,

I can't find a Greta Lisa Nilsdotter born on Feb. 9, 1799 in Kristdala. There is however a girl with that name born on Feb.23,1799. She was born at a place called Lillsjömåla and her parents were Nils Matsson and Katarina Svensdotter.

Could it he her?

Birger Bring

Kristdala, Sweden

Re: Ancestors from Kristdala, Sweden

Aphrodite1991 — 2008-10-07 21:43:22Z

Hi, Kristina. Did you find any answers? My name is Shawna McDaniel. I live in the United States and your message popped up because I am searching for my ancestors from Kristdala, Kalmar County, Sweden. My people sailed over here to the United States in 1881 and then others in 1886. I was excited when I saw Johansson and also Reinhold, but I'm sure that is a very popular names. I am new to the genealogy but some of my people have done research all the way back to Greta Lisa Nilssdotter born Feb 9, 1799. I am having a really hard time myslef finding records. Sorry, I have not seen any Bonaparts in my records.

I think you and I are searching for the same thing. You are searching for relatives here in the United States and I am searching for relatives there in Sweden.. I definitely think you are on the right path with the ancestry. com

Sincerely, shawna

Eulalia Flanagan marriage and death information

lfaszl — 2008-06-13 22:05:17Z

Hello,

My grandfather Raymond Steiger married a girl from Massac County/Metropolis sometime between the years 1924-1929. Her name was Eulalia Flanagan, born 1/25/1904 to Louis and Mary Flanagan. She was raised in Metropolis.

Eulalia Steiger died June 12, 1929 (in KY) and was buried 6/14/1929 in Masonic(o) Cemetery, according to LDS records on-line. She was Catholic and was a parishoner at St. Rose of Lima. I have her death certificate, but would love to know exactly when Raymond and Eulalia married and any cemetery information might be available (perhaps she is buried with her parents or siblings??)
Any help will be greatly appreciated, as I do not live in the area.
Thanks for your time,
Lisa Riley

McMullen family Massac County

connie_kindle — 2009-01-04 17:08:20Z

I am searching for information on the McMullen fmaily that moved to massac county in 1850, they are: John G McMullen, his wife Ann Thomas McMullen and sons John G born 1849 in Ohio and James born 1846/47 ky. John the father died in the civil war, Ann remarried Joseph F Moris in 1866. I can not fine Ann and her second husband after 1866. John the son, I find on the 1880 census in Brooklyn, Massac county. He is married to Alice, the children are Grace born about 1872, Jo Mears McMullen born 1875 and Kate born 1878. I find John and Kate on the 1900 census, in Brookly, Massac county. I would appreciate any help if someone recognizes this family. I have traced John G's family back to 1750 in Delaware. Mears appears to be a family name.
Connie

Re: Sara Elizabeth Copeland

chrisw137 — 2009-01-15 05:56:36Z

It appears you have a grand bit of knowledge regarding the Copeland family and I am hoping that you may assist me in my search of defining the Copeland ancestoral line my family belongs to. My Grt Grt Grandfather was Reuben Henry Copeland b abt 1864 or 1865 in Illinois and as family lore has it his family was residing in South Carolina when Sherman's army entered and torched the town. My understanding is the plantation they had burned to the ground and all of our family perished except my grt grandfather who was rescued by a slave of the plantation and taken to Golconda Illinois and taken in by family friends David and Hellender Whiteside. I have located my grandfather in a census and this lists the names recently obtained a photo of him from abt 1907 and the family as well. The 1870 census I have lists Reuben's birth in Illinois and that his parents are from Tennessee. I have researched the Whiteside family and found a family connection listed below:

1 Dial
.. +Martha 'Mattie' Copeland
......... 2 Elizabeth 'Esther' Dial 1808 -
............. +David Shearer, Jr. 1808 - 1846 b in Guilford County, North Carolina
.................... 3 Jane Shearer 1810 -
........................ +Thomas Jackson 1807 - b in Tennessee
............................... 4 John L. Jackson
................................... +Cynthia Parker
........................................... 5 Thomas Jackson
............................................... +Mollie Damron
........................................... 5 Rosa Jackson
............................................... +Thomas B. Powell
............................... 4 W. T. 'Buck' Jackson
................................... +Ann Lundy
........................................... 5 Cora Jackson
........................................... 5 Mattie Jackson
............................................... +? Casto
........................................... 5 Ada Jackson
............................................... +? Harris
........................................... 5 William Jackson
........................................... 5 Minnie Jackson
............................................... +William J. Simpson 1870 -
............................... 4 Jacob Feck Jackson
............................... 4 Melissa Jackson
............................... 4 Elizabeth Jackson
.................... 3 Eupha Shearer 1797 - 1862 b in Guilford Co. North Carolina
........................ +John G. Whiteside 1794 - 1855 b in Georgia
............................... 4 Mary Whiteside 1817 - 1859
............................... 4 Elizabeth Ann Whiteside 1823 - 1872 b in Near Eddyville, IL
................................... +Henry Rose
........................................... 5 Charles C. Rose 1858 - b in Hardin County, IL
............................................... +Gracie Ellis
........................................... 5 John Rose
........................................... 5 Katie Elizabeth Rose
............................... 4 Matilda Jane Whiteside 1829 - 1869 b in Glendale, Pope Co. Illinois
................................... +James Armstrong Grissom 1826 - 1869
........................................... 5 Mary Catherine Grissom 1854 - 1871
........................................... 5 James H. Gresham 1855 - 1884 b in Grantsburg, Johnson County, Illinois
............................................... +Margaret Elizabeth Whiteside 1856 - 1892 b in Glendale, Pope Co. Illinois
........................................... 5 India Gertrude Grissom 1865 - 1934
............................................... +David Jasper Jackson 1863 - 1940 b in Johnson County, Illinois
........................................... 5 William Hiram Grissom 1858 - 1935
........................................... 5 Augusta Alice Grissom 1861 - 1952
........................................... 5 John McClellane Grissom 1851 - 1944
............................... 4 James A. Whiteside 1819 - 1878
................................... +Amanda Harvick
............................... *2nd Wife of James A. Whiteside:
................................... +Martha Ann McKee
............................... 4 David C. Whiteside 1821 - 1896
................................... +Helender 'Ellen' Louisa Harper 1822 -
........................................... 5 John Greenleaf Whiteside 1846 - 1894 b in Johnson County, Illinois
............................................... +Margaret Elmina Gilbert
........................................... 5 India E. Whiteside 1847 -
............................................... +Green Waters
........................................... 5 Amanda Catherine Whiteside 1850 -
............................................... +? Sutherland
............................... 4 John Simpson

I do know that Mattie Copeland Dial b in 1777 was sister of John C Copeland born 30 September 1775 in Loudon County, VA and his wife was Sarah Short. I am hoping that someone may have knowledge of a Copeland member from Illinois moving and dying in the civil war in South Carolina. Any assistance is much appreciated.
Chris Copeland Wynn

Re: Bean Family

betzhank — 2008-08-03 05:05:28Z

My grandfather was born in Metropolis and his name was Byron Nelson Bean. He later changed the spelling of his name to Beane. He was later sheriff and mayor of metropolis. I have some census records and will see if you names are on it.
Thanks, Hank Harper

Lane's of Massac Township 14, Range 3

JRStickley — 2009-01-25 22:40:19Z

Anyone have any info on this family shown in census 1870.
A.T. Lane (Aaron Thomas)wife Matilda, children, James, Mary, William.

Re: Marriage Record Questions

chatterchit — 2008-10-13 04:16:09Z

I don't know the cost but the Massac County Clerk's office should have marriage records back to 1843.

Massac County, IL
P.O. Box 429
County Courthouse
Metropolis, IL 62960-0429
Phone: (618) 524-5213
Fax: (618)524-4230
Email: massaccountyclerk@hotmail.com

Re: william metcalf jr marriage

chatterchit — 2008-06-28 23:12:29Z

Do you think they were married in Massac County? If so, you can call or write the County Clerk re: marriage records:

Massac County Clerk
P.O. Box 429
Metropolis, IL 62960-0429
Telephone: (618) 524-5213

Re: Sara Elizabeth Copeland

mary_evers — 2008-03-29 19:26:40Z

Hi Karen

Did you get the chance to take more pictures of the Copland cemetery? If so, I would be interested in photos of the following markers: Caroline Delphia Evers and Joshua Short Copland. Caroline's father was my husband's gg-grandfather, John Alexander & Cynthia (Brookshire)Evers. My husband's cousin is publishing a book on the Evers and the Copland's are mentioned. We didn't want to duplicate the Some Copeland, Little Families book. That book is mentioned in footnotes. Do you know any additional info on Wm. J. Copeland, son of Zarelda and James F. Copeland?

My father-in-law has the original land grant to Joshua S. Copland that Joshua sold to John Alexander Evers and that will be in the book, also.

Re: Parker Brim Pillow's mother's probate record

ann_laird — 2007-04-07 18:28:55Z

Nancy Pillow died in Massac County Feb. 24, 1875. She was Parker's mother. She had a daughter, Susan Green who ran the Green Hotel near the river in Metropolis (along with her husband and mother). It was located near on Ferry St. between Front and 2nd Streets I think. Another daughter, Nancy V.J. was married to John Ferrell, and another daughter, Ellen was married to Newton Crow. Parker moved back to Gallatin County in the 1870's. He was a sheriff or deputy there for a while--forget which. Nancy and John Ferrell moved to Hardin County about 1884 where they died. They're buried at the Price Cemetery in Elizabethtown.

Nancy's probate file is at the Circuit Clerk's office in Metropolis. Hope this helps.
Ann

Re: Robert Douglas Crosier, 1839-1905

ann_laird — 2007-04-07 18:28:55Z

In 1900 Robert D. was living in Jackson Precinct, a widower. It gives his birthdate as Jan. 1838, age 62. He and his parents were born in Indiana. He was a farmer. His children who lived with him were all single: Lula J., daughter, b. Oct. 1869 in KY; Martha D/S?, daughter, b. Dec. 1874 in IL; Ella B., daughter b. Sept. 1877 in IL; and James L., son, b. Nov. 1879 in IL. Their mother was born in KY.

In 1900 his neighbors were Wadlington, Jeffords, Pryor, & Howell. My 1899 map shows this to be in Township 15 South, Range 6 East, Section 1 or 2, but the Section numbers are difficult to read. It would be in Massac County, but near Poco in Pope County.

Obit from Metropolis Herald, Wed. July 4, 1906
Robt. D. Crosier, a well known and highly esteemed citizen, of Jackson precinct died almost instantly last Sunday evening at the home of his son Edward in the western part of town. Mr. Crosier was visiting with his son's family and, just prior to his death stroke he was standing in the front yard talking with his son and Ike Aiken, he turned and went to the barn, followed by a little grandson who saw his grandfather fall and ran to tell his father. The son assisted by Mr. Aiken carried the stricken man into the house where he died at once.

Mr. Crosier was born Jan. 31st 1838, in Harrison County, Ind., came to Massac county in 1852; in 1860 he enlisted in the 15th Kentucky Cavalry in the war for the Union. His wife died some years ago. Two half brothers, Mess. Lyman D. and Geo. Wilson survive him; also three sons Edward, James and Robert--three daughters, Mrs. Mattie Trovillion, Lula Fisher and Miss Ella Crosier also survive. The deceased was an exemplary member of the Methodist church and a good man in all the walks of life. The body was buried yesterday in the family cemetery on his home farm.

Hope this helps,
Ann

Re: Robert Douglas Crosier, 1839-1905

ann_laird — 2007-04-07 18:28:55Z

I'm sorry--I gave you the wrong legal description for the land. It should be Township 16 South, Range 6 East, Section 2. Robert owned 90 acres in the middle of this section in 1899. He lived between Unionville Post Office and Poco Post Office. The ground is located east of what is now Kickasola Rd. between Hohman Lake Rd. and Independence Rd. near the Shawnee Forest.

E-mail me privately about the map at l346@midwest.net (first letter is a small "L" and not the number "one").
Ann

Re: Cemetery Lookup: Emily Burris Summers Nightwine Cagle

MENZEL — 2008-04-25 23:34:08Z

I don't live in Massac County, but I was trying to help someone else and saw your posting and something that might help you. Try: www.findagrave.com/cgi-bin/fg.cgi?page=gsr&GScid=2241620. If that doesn't work write me at menzelgen@sbcglobal.net

Marriage date for grandparents Humphrey/Anderson

attebaby — 2007-04-19 00:18:24Z

Bringing my request up to date. Perhaps there is something in the archives. I am looking for the marriage date of my grandparents, Henry B. Humphrey (could be listed as Bert) and Cora Lee Anderson. They are from Ballard Co., KY and their first child, my mother, was born there in 1912. There is no record of their marriage in Ballard Co., therefore they must have gone elsewhere to marry. If there is anyone that can check records for Massac Co. IL , the year span 1912 to 1916 I would be most appreciative. Thank you

Re: Marriage date for grandparents Humphrey/Anderson

attebaby — 2007-06-25 00:35:17Z

Thank you so much for checking at the Massac Co. courthouse for the marriage of my grandparents Now I know at least another county where they weren't married. Thanks again I appreciate the effort.

Peggy Atteberry

Re: Cemetery Lookup: Emily Burris Summers Nightwine Cagle

dhshool — 2008-04-27 18:46:29Z

Hi Donald,

Great to hear from you! I have found quite a bit of info since I posted in January. Thanks to you informing me about Rosa's marriage to Isaac; I quickly researched and added what I could quickly find. Please fill me in on my missing and / or incorrect info if you can.

First Generation

1. BURRIS richard charles was born in 1812 in lawrenceburg, lawrence co., TN. He died in 1864.

richard married ROGERS sarah a. "sally" . sarah was born in 1815 in TN. She died1 after 1880.

They had the following children:

2 F i. BURRIS elizabeth a. was born in 1834 in TN. She died .

3 M ii. BURRIS william h. was born in 1840 in AR. He died .

+ 4 M iii. BURRIS henry h. was born in 1841. He died .

5 M iv. BURRIS john c. was born in 1842 in TN. He died .
john married ASHMORE cynthia ann . cynthia died.

+ 6 M v. BURRIS james andrew was born on 18 Feb 1846. He died on 4 Jul 1925.

7 M vi. BURRIS zachariah t. was born in 1849 in MS. He died .

8 F vii. BURRIS dorlinda c. was born in 1852 in MS. She died .

9 F viii. BURRIS emily was born in 1856 in TN. She died .

10 M ix. BURRIS george w. was born in 1860 in TN. He died .

Sources

1. 1880 Federal Census of Pope Co., IL .

Second Generation

4. BURRIS henry h. (richard charles) was born1 in 1841 in AR. He died .

henry married (1) BARNES elizra . elizra was born2 in 1842 in hardin co., TN. She died.

They had the following children:

11 F i. BURRIS esta s. was born3 about 1872 in IL. She died .

+ 12 F ii. BURRIS rosa s. was born about Sep 1875. She died .

13 M iii. BURRIS henry was born4 about 1877 in IL. He died .

14 F iv. BURRIS hettie laclare died .

henry married5 (2) HOSTMAN maria on 30 Sep 1897 in massac co., IL. maria was born in 1847 in GERMANY. She died.

6. BURRIS james andrew (richard charles) was born6,7 on 18 Feb 1846 in hardin co.,TN. He died on 4 Jul 1925 in hillerman, massac co.,IL. He was buried in hillerman baptist, hillerman, massac co., IL.

CIVIL WAR VETERAN DIED SATURDAY, JULY 4_Republican Herald, July
9, 1925_Submitted by Ann Laird___ James A. Burris, a veteran of the
Civil War, died at 5:30 o'clock Saturday morning, July 4, at his home near
Hillerman, following a several weeks illness. Funeral services were held at two
o'clock Sunday afternoon at the Hillerman Baptist church conducted by Rev.
Troutman. Burial was in Hillerman cemetery.
Mr. Burris was seventy-nine years old. He leaves a widow, two sons,
Walter and Fred Burris, two daughters, Mrs. S.E. Culver and Mrs. Cagle and
several grandchildren. He was a member of the Baptist church at Hillerman.
An old resident of the county, he was known to almost everybody and held in
the highest respect. During his illness and at his death and funeral neighbors
and friends extended every aid and sympathy possible for which the family is
deeply grateful and extend their sincere thanks.

james married8 DENTON lydia ann daughter of DENTON david r. and GREER sarah e. on 13 Jan 1869 in gallatin co., IL. lydia was born9,10,11,12 in 1853 in IL. She died13 on 3 Jul 1941 in massac co.,IL. She was buried14 in hillerman baptist, hillerman, massac co., IL.

Mrs. Lydia A. Brris , affectionaly known to all as Grandma Burris, passed
peacefully into the Great Beyond at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Ed Culver
on July 3, 1941. She was born December 25, 1853, and was, at the time of
her death, 87 years, 6 months, and 8 days of age.
On January 13, 1869, she was united in marriage to James A. Burris, to which
union seven children were born: Emma Parmley of Metropolis, Walter and

Fred Burris, of Detroit, Mich., and Betty Culver, with whom she made her
home, are left to mourn her passing.
Her husband died 16 years ago. She leaves also 13 grandchildren, 18 great-
grandchildren, and one great-great grandchild, besides a host of friends who
will miss her sadly.
She professed faith in Christ at an early age, united with the Hillerman Baptist
Church and was ever a zealous and consistent Christian, admonishing all her
loved ones "to cling to the Savior."
Funeral Services were conducted Friday afternoon, July 4, at two o'clock at
the Hillerman Baptist Church, Rev. Garfield Smothers, officiating. Music,
Church Choir, Mary Robinett, Gertrude Emmick, Blanche Sigler, Dora Snyder,
Iona Halstenberg, Aline Farris.
Burial in Hillerman Baptis Church Cemeter.

james and lydia had the following children:

+ 15 F i. BURRIS emily e. "emma" was born on 28 Jan 1870. She died on 18 Oct 1944.

16 M ii. BURRIS oliver g. was born on 29 Dec 1873. He died on 7 Dec 1897. He was buried in hillerman baptist, hillerman, massac co., IL.

+ 17 F iii. BURRIS sarah elizabeth "betty" was born on 4 Jul 1878. She died in 1967.

+ 18 M iv. BURRIS walter james was born on 25 Oct 1882. He died on 24 Dec 1974.

19 v. BURRIS limey m. was born on 31 Jul 1886. limey died .

20 F vi. BURRIS lydia "liddy" was born on 10 Feb 1889. She died on 7 Sep 1897. She was buried in hillerman baptist, hillerman, massac co., IL.

+ 21 M vii. BURRIS fred william was born on 9 Jul 1891. He died in Mar 1965.

Sources

1. 1880 Federal Census of Pope Co., IL .
2. 1880 Federal Census of Pope Co., IL .
3. 1880 Federal Census of Pope Co., IL .
4. 1880 Federal Census of Pope Co., IL .
5. Illinois Statewide Marriage Index 1763-1900 (State of IL websiteState of IL website).
6. 1920 Federal Census of Massac Co., IL .
7. 1900 Federal Census of Massac Co., IL (ancestry.com).
8. Illinois Statewide Marriage Index 1763-1900 .
9. Mary Nelle Douglass, 1860 Federal Census of Hardin Co., IL .
10. Mary Nelle Douglass, 1870 Federal Census of Hardin Co., IL (Hardin County

Historical and Geneaological Society).
11. 1920 Federal Census of Massac Co., IL .
12. 1900 Federal Census of Massac Co., IL .
13. Illinois Statewide Death Index 1916-1950 .
14. Metropolis News (newspaper).

Third Generation

12. BURRIS rosa s. (henry h., richard charles) was born1,2,3,4 about Sep 1875 in IL. She died .

rosa married5,6 TRUMBO isaac on 4 Dec 1892 in massac co., IL. isaac was born7,8,9 about 1870 in IL. He died10 on 11 Jun 1949 in kane co., IL.

They had the following children:

22 M i. TRUMBO wilburn was born11,12 about Feb 1894 in IL. He died .

23 F ii. TRUMBO lily was born13,14 about Sep 1895 in IL. She died .

+ 24 M iii. TRUMBO oscar was born about Mar 1898. He died .

25 F iv. TRUMBO mary mabel was born15,16 about Mar 1900 in IL. She died .

+ 26 M v. TRUMBO owen was born about 1905. He died .

27 M vi. TRUMBO charles was born17,18,19 about 1907 in IL. He died .
charles married20 margaret about 1928. margaret was born21 about 1906 in IL. She died.

28 F vii. TRUMBO marie was born22,23 about 1909 in IL.

29 F viii. TRUMBO letha was born24 about 1912 in IL.

30 F ix. TRUMBO lela was born25 about 1914 in IL.

15. BURRIS emily e. "emma" (james andrew, richard charles) was born26 on 28 Jan 1870 in hardin co., IL. She died on 18 Oct 1944. She was buried in i.o.o.f., massac co., IL.

Emma E. Parmley
daughter of James and Lydia Burris, was born in Pope Co., Ill. January 28,
1870, and passed away in Metropolis, Illinois, October 18, 1944, at the age of
74 years, 8 months and 20 days.
She leaves to mourn her passing her husband Marion Parmley; three sons,
Ira Summers of Metropolis, Luther Summers of Karnak, and Marshall
Summers of Smithville, New Jersey; two brothers, Walter and Fred Burris of
Detroit, Mich, and one sister, Mrs Bettye Culver of Karnak, Ill. and a host of
other relatives and friends.
Mrs. Parmely was a member of the First Baptist Church of Metropolis.
Metropolis newspaper, Nov. 16, 1944
in the 1944 Funeral Home Record:
Father: James A. Burris
Mother: Lydia Denton
Cemetery: IOOF

emily married27 (1) SUMMERS victor emanuel "dick" son of SUMMERS raleigh and POPE

jersua c. on 15 May 1887 in massac co., IL. The marriage ended in divorce.victor was born28 on 31 Aug 1861 in massac co., IL. He died on 12 May 1928 in scotland, AR. He was buried in new liberty, near scotland, van buren co., AR.

They had the following children:

31 F i. SUMMERS cora was born in 1886 in massac co., IL. She died in 1886 in massac co., IL. She was buried in summers, massac co., IL.

+ 32 M ii. SUMMERS ira was born on 19 Nov 1888. He died on 9 May 1972.

33 F iii. SUMMERS iva was born in 1891. She died in 1891. She was buried in summers, massac co., IL.

+ 34 M iv. SUMMERS luther was born on 24 Mar 1893. He died on 29 Oct 1969.

35 M v. SUMMERS marshall was born29,30 on 9 Aug 1895 in IL. He died31 on 16 Jan 1975 in philadelphia, philadelphia co., PA.

resided in NJ 29 Oct 1969

marshall married32 edna about 1924. edna was born33 on 21 Dec 1908 in NJ. She died in Apr 1974 in NJ.

36 F vi. SUMMERS lilly mae was born in 1897 in massac co., IL. She died in 1897 in massac co., IL. She was buried in summers, massac co., IL.

37 M vii. SUMMERS victor was born in 1899 in AL. He died in AL.

As a young lad, wandered into a fire set to burn a tree stump in
his front yard, he is buried at the homeplace in Alabama

emily married (2) NIGHTWINE james r. before 1920. james died.

emily married (3) CAGLE . CAGLE died.

emily married (4) PARMLEY marion . marion died.

17. BURRIS sarah elizabeth "betty" (james andrew, richard charles) was born34 on 4 Jul 1878 in IL. She died in 1967. She was buried35 in hillerman baptist, hillerman, massac co., IL.

Mrs. Sarah Culver 88, died Monday at the Good Samaritan Home.
Funeral Services will be held Thursday, 2pm at the Hillerman Baptist Church
with the Rev. Paul McGinnis and the Rev. Garfield Smothers officiating.
Interment will be in the church cemetery.
Mrs. Culver is survived by two daughters, Mrs. Raymond Sielbeck of Route 1
and Mrs. Ellen Sheridan of Royal Oak, Michigan. 8 grandchildren, 22 great
grandchildren, and four great, great grandchildren and one brother, Walter
Burris of Shelby, Mich.

sarah married CULVER samuel edwin "ed" son of CULVER on 13 Mar 1898 in massac co., IL. samuel was born36,37 on 18 Sep 1876 in IL. He died in 1956. He was buried in hillerman baptist, hillerman, massac co., IL.

They had the following children:

38 M i. BURRIS olin died38 before 1967.

39 F ii. CULVER tressa "tressie" was born39 about 1899 in IL. She died before 1967.
tressa married DAVIS . DAVIS died.

40 iii. CULVER died40 before 1910.

41 F iv. CULVER lydia p. "ellen" was born41,42 about 1905 in IL. She died after 1967.
lydia married SHERIDAN . SHERIDAN died.

+ 42 F v. CULVER pauline bernice was born about 1914. She died on 18 Mar 2008.

18. BURRIS walter james (james andrew, richard charles) was born43,44 on 25 Oct 1882 in IL. He died45 on 24 Dec 1974 in livonia, wayne co., MI.

walter married anna j. . anna was born46 about 1889 in AL. She died.

They had the following children:

43 F i. BURRIS lillian was born47 about 1910 in AL.

44 F ii. BURRIS aline was born48 about 1912 in AL.

45 M iii. BURRIS wilburn h. was born49,50 on 24 Oct 1914 in AL. He died51 on 21 Jan 1994.

46 F iv. BURRIS vermice was born52 about 1916 in AL.

47 M v. BURRIS virgil eugene was born about Mar 1924. He died on 11 Nov 1924. The cause of death was pneumonia.

The seven months old baby of Mr. and Mrs. Walter Burris, who
reside on the Kirk place, was buried Monday at the Fritz
cemetery. Undertaker King had charge of the funeral. the child
had pneumonia.
His name might be: Virgil Eugene Burris. I look up death records.
Virgil was listed on 11/11/1924, this was in the Nov. 14, 1924,
Republican Herald Newspaper of Metropolis.

21. BURRIS fred william (james andrew, richard charles) was born53,54 on 9 Jul 1891 in massac co., IL. He died in Mar 1965. He was buried55 in fielding, athens, limestone co., AL.

fred married (1) GREENE maude lee in 1917 in benton co., TN. maude was born56 about

1902 in AL. She died.

They had the following children:

+ 48 M i. BURRIS gilbert hagan was born about 1916.

49 M ii. BURRIS clyde was born57 about 1918 in IL.

50 M iii. BURRIS james h. was born on 7 Sep 1920. He died on 16 Sep 1967. He was buried58 in fielding, athens, limestone co., AL.

51 M iv. BURRIS george .

He had the following children:

52 F v. BURRIS anna .
anna married SPRINGER .

Sources

1. 1880 Federal Census of Pope Co., IL .
2. 1900 Federal Census of Massac Co., IL .
3. 1910 Federal Census of Massac Co., IL .
4. 1920 Federal Census of Massac Co., IL .
5. 1900 Federal Census of Massac Co., IL .
6. Illinois Statewide Marriage Index 1763-1900 .
7. 1900 Federal Census of Massac Co., IL .
8. 1910 Federal Census of Massac Co., IL .
9. 1920 Federal Census of Massac Co., IL .
10. Illinois Statewide Death Index 1916-1950 .
11. 1900 Federal Census of Massac Co., IL .
12. 1910 Federal Census of Massac Co., IL .
13. 1900 Federal Census of Massac Co., IL .
14. 1910 Federal Census of Massac Co., IL .
15. 1900 Federal Census of Massac Co., IL .
16. 1910 Federal Census of Massac Co., IL .
17. 1910 Federal Census of Massac Co., IL .
18. 1920 Federal Census of Massac Co., IL .
19. 1930 Federal Census of Kane Co., IL (ancestry.com).
20. 1930 Federal Census of Kane Co., IL .
21. 1930 Federal Census of Kane Co., IL .
22. 1910 Federal Census of Massac Co., IL .
23. 1920 Federal Census of Massac Co., IL .
24. 1920 Federal Census of Massac Co., IL .
25. 1920 Federal Census of Massac Co., IL .
26. 1900 Federal Census of Massac Co., IL .
27. Illinois Statewide Marriage Index 1763-1900 .

27. Illinois Statewide Marriage Index 1763-1900 .
28. 1900 Federal Census of Massac Co., IL .
29. 1900 Federal Census of Massac Co., IL .
30. 1930 Federal Census of Burlington Co., NJ (ancestry.com).
31. U. S. Social Security Death Index .
32. 1930 Federal Census of Burlington Co., NJ .
33. 1930 Federal Census of Burlington Co., NJ .
34. 1920 Federal Census of Massac Co., IL .
35. Metropolis News .
36. 1920 Federal Census of Massac Co., IL .
37. World War I Draft Card .
38. The Paducah Sun .
39. 1910 Federal Census of Massac Co., IL .
40. 1910 Federal Census of Massac Co., IL .
41. 1920 Federal Census of Massac Co., IL .
42. 1910 Federal Census of Massac Co., IL .
43. 1900 Federal Census of Massac Co., IL .
44. 1920 Federal Census of Massac Co., IL .
45. Michigan Deaths, 1971 - 1996 , ancestry.com.
46. 1920 Federal Census of Massac Co., IL .
47. 1920 Federal Census of Massac Co., IL .
48. 1920 Federal Census of Massac Co., IL .
49. 1920 Federal Census of Massac Co., IL .
50. U. S. World War II Enlistment Records (ancestry.com).
51. U. S. Social Security Death Index .
52. 1920 Federal Census of Massac Co., IL .
53. 1920 Federal Census of Massac Co., IL .
54. 1900 Federal Census of Massac Co., IL .
55. www.findagrave.com.
56. 1920 Federal Census of Massac Co., IL .
57. 1920 Federal Census of Massac Co., IL .
58. www.findagrave.com.

Fourth Generation

24. TRUMBO oscar (rosa s. BURRIS, henry h., richard charles) was born1,2,3 about Mar 1898 in IL. He died .

oscar married4 alma about 1917. alma was born about 1901 in IN . She died.

They had the following children:

53 F i. TRUMBO lulu rose was born5 about 1918 in IL.

26. TRUMBO owen (rosa s. BURRIS, henry h., richard charles) was born6,7,8 about 1905 in IL. He died .

owen married9 eulah about 1925. eulah was born10 about 1906 in IL. She died.

They had the following children:

54 F i. TRUMBO patricia was born11 about 1926 in IL.

55 M ii. TRUMBO walter was born12 about 1928 in IL.

32. SUMMERS ira (emily e. "emma" BURRIS, james andrew, richard charles) was born13 on 19 Nov 1888 in massac co., IL. He died on 9 May 1972 in massac co., IL. He was buried14 in metropolis i.o.o.f., massac co., IL.

Funeral Service for Ira Summers of 813 Ferry Street were conducted by the
Rev. Alivin Thomas and the Rev. Vernon McClellanon Friday at 2pm., at the
Aikins Farmer Funeral Home Chapel. Mr. Summers 83, died May 9th at
Massac Memorial Hospital. Burial was in the IOOF Cemetery.
Mr. Summers is survived by his wife, Lela; one daughter, Imogene Summers
of Hinesdale, his step mother, Mrs. Era Summers of Vienna; four half-brothers.
Military graveside rites were by American Legion and the VFW.
Pallbearers: Dan McHugh, Jim Morris, Bill Morris, James Burnett, Bob Guinn,
Warren Larrison and Noah Griffey.
Music was by Betty Loven, Eleanor Myrick, Franzua Baccus, Evelyn Burnett,
Patty Morris, Almita Howell and Earl Howell.

ira married SLED lela . lela was born in 1923. She was buried in metropolis i.o.o.f., massac co., IL.

They had the following children:

56 F i. SUMMERS imogene .

57 F ii. SUMMERS bobbie jo was born on 14 Dec 1943. She died on 14 Dec 1943. She was buried in kirkendall, massac co., IL.

Bobbie Joe Summers, born Dec. 14, 1943, died on Dec. 14,

1943
Father: Ira Summers
Mother: Selia Sled
residence: 18th Speckman, Metropolis, Ill.
Kuykendall Cemetery

34. SUMMERS luther (emily e. "emma" BURRIS, james andrew, richard charles) was born15 on 24 Mar 1893 in massac co., IL. He died on 29 Oct 1969 in karnak, pulaski co., IL. He was buried16 in massac memorial, massac co., IL.

Luther Summers born March 24, 1893 in Masssac Co. Ill to Victor and Emma
Burris Summers and departed this life on Oct. 29, 1969 at the age of 76 years,
7 months, and 5 days.
Luther entered the U. S. Army on Nov. 29, 1911. He served in France, where
he was wounded and received the Purple Heart. He was honorably
discharged June 26, 1920.
He was united in marriage to Mamie Riley on June 25, 1921 and to this union
were born 3 children. Alice, Lowell and Dottie.
Luther was preceded in death by his parents, 3 sisters and 1 brother.
He leaves by mourn his passing his wife, Mamie; 2 daughters, Mrs. Alice
Bunker of Pinellas Park, Fla. and Mrs. Dottie Cross of St. Louis, MO. one son,
Lowell Sumers of Sterling, Mich., 2 brothers, Ira Summers, of Karnak and
Marshall Summers of New Jersey.
4 grandsons: Donald and Ronald Bunker of Pinellas, Fla. and Charles and
Lawrence Summers of Sterling, Mich. Nieces and nephew, other relatives and
friends.
Luther was a member of Hillerman Baptist Curch and Metropolis Masonic
Lodge No. 91.
He was truly be missed by all who knew and loved him.
Funeral Services were held Saturday, 2pm at the Aikins Funeral Home
Chaple with the Rev. Paul McGinnis officiating.
Burial was in the Metropolis Memorial Gardens with Leonard Meyer, Bob King,
Bob Riley, Johnny Mittendorf, Bill Ablett and Dick Mizell serving as pallbearers.

luther married RILEY bertha mae "mamie" on 25 Jun 1921. bertha was born in 1896. She died in 1977.

They had the following children:

+ 58 F i. SUMMERS alice louise was born in 1922.

+ 59 M ii. SUMMERS lowell riley was born on 7 Jun 1925. He died on 20 May 1998.

60 F iii. SUMMERS dorothy jeanne "dottie" was born in 1928.
dorothy married (1) FOWLER john in 1946. The marriage ended in divorce.
dorothy married (2) CROSS james in 1960.

42. CULVER pauline bernice (sarah elizabeth "betty" BURRIS, james andrew, richard charles) was born17 about 1914 in IL. She died on 18 Mar 2008 in metropolis, massac co., IL. She was buried18 on 21 Mar 2008 in hillerman baptist, hillerman, massac co., IL.

METROPOLIS, Ill. — Funeral services for Pauline Sielbeck, age 93, of
Metropolis will be at 1 p.m. Friday, March 21, 2008, at the Aikins-Farmer
Funeral Home with Rev. Joe Buchanan and David Keyes officiating. Burial will
follow in the Hillerman Church Cemetery.
Mrs. Sielbeck passed away at 12:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 18, 2008, at the
Southgate Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Metropolis.
She was a homemaker and a life member of the Hillerman Baptist Church,
until she moved and joined the First Baptist Church in Metropolis. Pauline is
survived by two daughters, Carol Miller of Arlington Heights, Ill., and Betty
Anne Brewer and husband, Robert, of Metropolis; one daughter-in-law,
Marlene Sielbeck of Grand Chain; seven grandchildren; 10 great-
grandchildren; two nephews; and one niece.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Samuel E. and Sarah E. (Burris)
Culver; her husband, Raymond; one son, Jerry; one son-in-law, Vern Miller;
one grandchild, Marla Kristen Sielbeck; two sisters, Tressa Davis and Ellen
Sheridan; and one brother, Olin Burris.
Friends may call at the Aikins-Farmer Funeral Home from 10 a.m. to the
funeral hour Friday. Memorials may be given to the Hillerman Church Youth
Fund, 4197 Hillerman Road, Grand Chain, IL 62941.
Pallbearers: Walt Swanson, Brian Brewer, Dustin Korte, Dalton Korte, Stanley
Sielbeck and Lee Sielbeck. Music: Roy John and Linda Logeman.

pauline married SIELBECK raymond son of SIELBECK henry and anna. raymond was born19 on 9 Oct 1906 in IL. He died20,21 in Apr 1985.

They had the following children:

+ 61 M i. SIELBECK gerald "jerry" was born about 1934. He died on 2 Jan 2006.

62 F ii. SIELBECK carol .
carol married MILLER vern . vern died22 before 18 Mar 2008.

63 F iii. SIELBECK betty anne .
betty married BREWER robert "bob" .

48. BURRIS gilbert hagan (fred william, james andrew, richard charles) was born23 about 1916 in athens, AL.

gilbert married JOHNSON elaine . The marriage ended in divorce.elaine was born on 23 Jan 1922.

They had the following children:

+ 64 M i. BURRIS jack .

1. 1910 Federal Census of Massac Co., IL .
2. 1900 Federal Census of Massac Co., IL .
3. 1930 Federal Census of Marion Co., IL (ancestry.com).
4. 1930 Federal Census of Marion Co., IL .
5. 1930 Federal Census of Marion Co., IL .
6. 1910 Federal Census of Massac Co., IL .
7. 1920 Federal Census of Massac Co., IL .
8. 1930 Federal Census of Kane Co., IL .
9. 1930 Federal Census of Kane Co., IL .
10. 1930 Federal Census of Kane Co., IL .
11. 1930 Federal Census of Kane Co., IL .
12. 1930 Federal Census of Kane Co., IL .
13. 1900 Federal Census of Massac Co., IL .
14. Metropolis News .
15. 1900 Federal Census of Massac Co., IL .
16. Metropolis News .
17. 1920 Federal Census of Massac Co., IL .
18. The Paducah Sun .
19. 1910 Federal Census of Massac Co., IL .
20. Metropolis News .
21. U. S. Social Security Death Index .
22. The Paducah Sun .
23. 1920 Federal Census of Massac Co., IL .

Fifth Generation

58. SUMMERS alice louise (luther SUMMERS, emily e. "emma" BURRIS, james andrew, richard charles) was born in 1922.

alice married BUNKER .

They had the following children:

65 M i. BUNKER donald .

66 M ii. BUNKER ronald .

59. SUMMERS lowell riley (luther SUMMERS, emily e. "emma" BURRIS, james andrew, richard charles) was born on 7 Jun 1925 in hillerman, massac co., IL. He died1 on 20 May 1998 in mckenzie, carrol co., TN. He was buried2,3 in lathams chapel, medina, gibson co., TN.

29 oct 1969 resided at Sterling, MI

Lowell Riley Summers died on May 20, 1998 at the Methodist Hospital near
his home in McKenzie, Tenn.
Mr. Summers was born June 7, 1925 in the Hillerman community of Massac
County and was the son of Luther and Mamie Riley Summers. He was a
graduate of Gilliam Grade And Joppa HIgh School and a member of Grand
Chain Masonic Lodge 660.
Lowell was a kind, loving and generous husband, father, grandfather, brother ,
uncle and friend. as a youth, he accepted Christ as his Savior and had a deep
faith, which was evident to all who knew him.
He was an avid golfer, a spinner of Yarns, a playmate for his belived
grandchildren and a helper to those in need.
He is survived by his wife, Mildred of McKenzie; their children, Charles and his
wife Brenda of Michigan, Jerry and his wife, Chris, Marty and his wife Doonna,
Lawrence adn Gene, all of Tennessee, and Dan and his wife Mieko of
California; his grandchildren, Jennifer, Jodi and Julie, all of Tennessee, and
Ken of California; two sisters Alice Bunker of Florida adn Dorothy Cross and
husband Jim of St. Louis, Mo; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and
friends.
On May 22, 1998, Christian and Masonic services were held at Boakin
Funeral Home in Milan, Tenn., followed by interment with Military honors at
Lathams Chapel Cemetery in Medina, Tenn.

lowell married (1) OSIP charlotte marie . charlotte was born in 1929. She died in 1977. She was buried in cadillac memorial gardens, mt. clemons, MI.

lowell and charlotte had the following children:

67 M i. SUMMERS charles michael .
charles married brenda .

68 M ii. SUMMERS lawrence richard .
lawrence married jean .

lowell married (2) HAWK annie mildred .

They had the following children:

69 M iii. SUMMERS jerry .
jerry married chris .

70 M iv. SUMMERS marty .
marty married donna .

71 M v. SUMMERS dan .
dan married mieko .

61. SIELBECK gerald "jerry" (pauline bernice CULVER, sarah elizabeth "betty" BURRIS, james andrew, richard charles) was born about 1934. He died4 on 2 Jan 2006 in hillerman, massac co., IL. He was buried5 in kelley, cobden, union co., IL.

Gerald "Jerry" Sielbeck, 71, of the Hillerman Community died Monday, Jan. 2,
2006 at his home.
Mr. Sielbeck retired in 2000 after working ata Portland Cement and later
Lafarge for 35 years.
He was a member of Hilerman Baptist Church, where he was a deacon, song
leader. sunday School director and taught Sunday School for 35 years.
Mr. Sielbeck was also a trustee for the Union Baptist Association and served
in the U. S. Army from 1957 to 1959, serving 18 months in Germany.
Survivors include his wife, Marlene Hunsaker Sielbeck of the Hillerman
Community; his mother Pauline Sielbeck of Metropolis, three daughters,
Kathryn Bowen and husband Robert of Athens, Pa., Karen Pderson of San
Pedro, California, and Kimberly Sielbeck of Metropoplis; five grandchildren,
Katelyn and Garrett Bowen of Atahens, Evan Lewis of Metropolis, Niels
Henning and Soren Pedersen of San Pedro, two sisters, Betty Brewer and
husband Bob of Metropolis and Carol Miller of Chicago;
He was preceded in death by his father, Raymond Sielbeck; and one daughter,
Marla Kristen Sielbeck.
Funeral Service was held Thursday at Aikins-Farmers Funeral Home in
Metropolis with Rev. David Keyes and Rev. Paul McGinnis officiating.
Burial followed in Kelly Cemetery in Cobden, Ill. Memorials may be made to
the Hillerman Baptist Church Memorial Fund, 708 Grand Chain Road, Grand
Chain, Ill. 62941

Jerry Sielbeck
Wednesday, January 04, 2006
METROPOLIS, Ill. ? Services for Gerald ?Jerry? Sielbeck, 71, of the Hillerman
community will be at 1 p.m. Thursday at Aikins-Farmer Funeral Home with the
Revs. David Keyes and Paul McGinnis officiating. Burial will be in Kelly
Cemetery in Cobden.
Mr. Sielbeck died at 2:05 p.m. Monday at his home.
A U.S. Army veteran, he retired after 35 years of employment for Portland
Cement and Lafarge. Mr. Sielbeck was a member of Hillerman Baptist Church,
where he served as deacon, song leader and Sunday school director, and
taught Sunday school for 35 years. He also served as a trustee for the Union
Baptist Association.
Surviving are his wife, Marlene Hunsaker Sielbeck; his mother, Pauline
Sielbeck of Metropolis; three daughters, Kathryn Bowen of Athens, Pa., Karen
Pedersen of San Pedro, Calif., and Kimberly Sielbeck of Metropolis; two
sisters; five grandchildren; three nieces; and one nephew.
He was preceded in death by his father, Raymond Sielbeck, and one daughter,
Marla Kristen Sielbeck.
Friends may call after 11 a.m. Thursday at the funeral home.
Expressions of sympathy may take the form of contributions to Hillerman
Baptist Church Memorial Fund, 708 Grand Chain Road, Grand Chain, IL
62941.

gerald married HUNSAKER marlene e. .

They had the following children:

72 F i. SIELBECK marla kristen was born6 on 4 Apr 1969 in mccracken co., KY. She died7,8 on 29 May 1978 in mccracken co., KY.

+ 73 F ii. SIELBECK kathryn .

+ 74 F iii. SIELBECK karen marie was born on 20 Jun 1962.

75 F iv. SIELBECK kimberly .

64. BURRIS jack (gilbert hagan, fred william, james andrew, richard charles).

jack married GUARRACINO maria daughter of GUARRACINO guido and FRIGERIO anna. maria was born on 29 Jul 1946 in naples, ITALY. She died on 16 Sep 1989 in MN.

They had the following children:

+ 76 F i. BURRIS susan .

77 M ii. BURRIS .

78 F iii. BURRIS .

79 F iv. BURRIS .

80 F v. BURRIS .

81 F vi. BURRIS .

Sources

1. U. S. Social Security Death Index .
2. U. S. Veterans Gravesites (ancestry.com).
3. Metropolis News .
4. The Paducah Sun .
5. Metropolis News .
6. Kentucky Birth Index 1911 - 1999 (ancestry.com).
7. The Paducah Sun .
8. Kentucky Death Records, rootsweb.com.

Sixth Generation

73. SIELBECK kathryn (gerald "jerry" SIELBECK, pauline bernice CULVER, sarah elizabeth "betty" BURRIS, james andrew, richard charles).

kathryn married BOWEN robert .

They had the following children:

82 F i. BOWEN katelyn .

83 M ii. BOWEN garrett .

74. SIELBECK karen marie (gerald "jerry" SIELBECK, pauline bernice CULVER, sarah elizabeth "betty" BURRIS, james andrew, richard charles) was born1 on 20 Jun 1962 in mccracken co., KY.

karen married PEDERSON .

They had the following children:

84 i. PEDERSON soren .

76. BURRIS susan (jack, gilbert hagan, fred william, james andrew, richard charles).

susan married (1) MURRELL . The marriage ended in divorce.

They had the following children:

85 M i. MURRELL .

susan married (2) LUTZ .

Sources

1. Kentucky Birth Index 1911 - 1999 .

Re: Cemetery Lookup: Emily Burris Summers Nightwine Cagle

dhshool — 2008-04-27 18:32:39Z

Hi,

Thanks, the Summers' on that page are indeed this line. I am the one that posted most of them (David Wrzesinski-Smith on findagrave). It was a great idea, though, as findagrave is a great resource that a lot of people are not using. Thank you for responding. I have found a lot of info on this line since I posted this.

Dave

Cemetery Lookup: Emily Burris Summers Nightwine Cagle

dhshool — 2008-01-19 20:36:17Z

I am hoping to find the cemetery where my 1st cousin 3 times removed is buried. Emily BURRIS was born 1869 in Hardin Co., IL to James Andrew BURRIS and Lydia DENTON. The family moved to Hillerman before 1887, when Emily married Victor Emanuel "Dick" SUMMERS. Other children of James and Lydia were: Oliver G., Sarah Elizabeth "Betty" CULVER, Walter James, Lydia, Limey, and Fred William.

Emily and Victor had 7 children: Cora, Ira, Iva, Luther, Marshall, Lilly Mae, and Victor. They divorced and Emily married James R. NIGHTWINE, before 1920. She then married ? CAGLE. I do not know if she had children by the later 2 marriages.

That is really all I know about Emily. I was hoping to find the cemetery she is buried in and maybe that would provide some additional info. Will share any or all info I have on this line.

Dave

Origin and History of Denton's Landing near Hillerman

dhshool — 2008-01-19 20:13:54Z

I recently came across a reference to Denton's Landing near Hillerman. This intrigued me very much, as my 2nd grand aunt was Lydia DENTON - BURRIS (b. 1853, Hardin Co., IL - d. 3 Jul 1941, Massac Co., IL, buried in Hillerman Baptist), a resident of Hillerman.

I am interested in the history behind both Denton's Landing and Hillerman; the little I know is from what I gathered in 1 trip there and a small story from "Ghost Towns of Southern Illinois". If anyone has info on this or could point me to a publication with info; I would very much appreciate it.

I am also interested in lines related to Lydia in this area. This includes surnames: SUMMERS, NIGHTWINE, CAGLE, and CULVER. Willing to share any info I have.

Dave

Re: Carmichael, Browne, Rose, Wilcox, & Anderson

trumbo2 — 2007-11-25 22:05:46Z

Have some information on Elmer Anderson, son of Holman Anderson and Maria Carmichael. Have some information on David P. Wilcox and Eliza Ann Woodward. Let me know if you are still interested.

Don Trumbo

Re: Cemetery Look Up

trumbo2 — 2007-11-25 21:13:20Z

Steve,
What is your connection to Iona Clayton? I don't have much information on her but I do have a contact (daughter of Ruth Malina Clayton, Iona's sister) I may be able to help.

Iona Clayton b. May 13, 1875 d. Oct 13, 1961 Joppa IL. Married Richard T. Jones June 6, 1894. b. 1860 d. 1952.

Don Trumbo
trumbodr@yahoo.com

Re: Sara Elizabeth Copeland

trumbo2 — 2007-11-25 20:47:44Z

I'm confused. Did Sarah E. Copeland marry Albert Evers or did her daughter Tressa marry Albert Evers? I just went to Lower Salem cemetery and took some pics. I have Copeland ties. I'm trying to sort this out.

Thank you,
Don Trumbo

Re: Sara Elizabeth Copeland

trumbo2 — 2008-03-28 10:50:47Z

Deena,
There were only a few tombstones of Copelands in Lower Salem. They were hard to read and very old. They were laying on the ground and broken. There is an open area that looks like there used to be markers there though. I visited several Cemeteries. Are you particuarly looking for Copelands? I can send you what I have. By the way, did you ever find the Union School Pics I asked about several months ago?

Donald Trumbo
trumbodr@yahoo.com

Re: Cemetery Lookup: Emily Burris Summers Nightwine Cagle

trumbo2 — 2008-04-27 10:49:55Z

Dave,
I don't have anything on your Emily but I do know James Burris is buried in Hillerman Cemetery. I have a picture of his stone. I am related to the Burris line through Henry Burris (brother to James). Henry's daughter Rosa was my great grandmother. She married Isaac Trumbo. I would be interested in what you have on this family.

Donald Trumbo

Bean Family

sbean49er — 2007-05-19 04:48:32Z

Looing for any info on the Bean family in Massac County 1860 to 1920.

Re: Bean Family

sbean49er — 2007-05-21 13:59:25Z

I am looking for Bean family mainly from Massac county around the Metropolis area. Decendents of Alfred Bean and Mary Feltcher.

Re: Jasper Charles Helmantoler, Eli Helmantoler

Matuschak — 2007-06-18 23:49:03Z

I have a Eli Helmantoler born 1820 in Tennessee - and his brother James born in 1817. I had their father's name as Jacob. I could be wrong, however.

My relatives came from James Helmantoler - who had a daughter named Barbary who married Leonard McCrory

Re: Picture of Copeland/Evers graves in Massac Co., IL

CharlotteFlock90 — 2008-03-30 16:16:16Z

I have seen your email come through on Copeland, Not until this email came through and mention that Joshua Short Copeland's middle name. I have Shorts in the Massac / Pulaski County are. Would you happen to know who Joshua's parents are?
Charlotte

Re: Carmichael, Browne, Rose, Wilcox, & Anderson

geo3deb — 2007-11-27 01:23:38Z

Yes, I am still interested in those families. Please reply to me at geo3deb@starband.net I am particularly interested in ancestry of Elizabeth Wilcox - and I hope your information on David P. Wilcox will connect. I am not aware of the Woodward name so cannot know if it connects with what I have. Thanks for the reply - it was a bit of a shock coming so many years later. I am descended from Carmichael/Wilcox.

Re: Thomas Stafford and Mary (Stafford) Harris

LindaKimbrell47 — 2007-11-11 16:20:32Z

Thomas Stafford and Mary Harris are my gg grandparents. I have information on this family, as well as a photo of Mary Stafford Harris. I would very much like to correspond with you. I know the post is a couple years old, but I hope you are still active in researching your family tree.

Metcalf marriage

gingey326 — 2007-06-10 23:07:13Z

Hello: Interested in finding the parents of Albert B. Metcalf who married Minnie Dishon in Massac Co., Illinois on Apr 12, 1896.
Any help greatly appreciated.
Thank you

Re: DANIEL, BUSH, BRANNON FAMILIES FROM TN TO IL

catbj89002 — 2008-03-04 20:31:54Z

My g grandmother was Eunice Daily Brannon, Walter.She married Lawerance U Brannonthen a walters.after he dided in 1914or15, My grandmother was Gladys Sowash Brannon, her Mom maden name was MCDowell ,her maden name was ether Daniel or MCDaniel. if you have eney info on them please e ail me at catbj89002@yahoo.co I know this was posted a long time a go but I just saw it and hope to get in tuch with eneyone with eney info . Thank you All. Carrie Taylor.

1909 Marriage Record

rebecca_knowles11 — 2007-10-15 23:23:48Z

Hello,

Could someone direct me on how to obtain a copy of a marriage record that took place in Massac County in 1909. Thanks in advance for your help.
...Rebecca

Re: Frazee Fisher Strantz

nodebtforyou — 2008-02-22 07:14:19Z

Bobby,

It may be a bit strange to get this but you, Orville and Sabrina lived down the road from us in Peoria Illinois in Norwood. My mom watched you at our house sometimes and we have wondered how you all have faired. I have a brother Eddie, Sabrina's age and Tom a year younger than Orville and some older ones that were out of the house I think. Your Mom (Mona) was a real nice lady I remember but I did not know your dad. My Moms name was Val and she was friends with your Mom. You were all nice kids. My Mom would be tickled to know how you all are, especially your Mom. Moms in her late 70's but remembers old times better than more recent.
If you have a minute drop me a note and let me know about your family so I can pass it on. nodebtforyou@insightbb.com

Best Regards,

Gene

Re: Sara Elizabeth Copeland

Honeybear470 — 2008-03-28 15:09:38Z

I;m sorry but I don't even have their name listed on my tree. Actually, most of what I have is in Fairlene Bigley's book.
Anyone else?

Re: Sara Elizabeth Copeland

Honeybear470 — 2008-03-29 19:36:52Z

Wonderful! Please be sure to let us know when the book is finished, where to purchase it and the cost! I'm very interested.

Thank you,
Honeybear
Deena63@verizon.net

Re: Sara Elizabeth Copeland

Honeybear470 — 2008-03-29 17:32:57Z

Karen, I like many others joined the DAR under William Copeland, so I do have some information. I also have two of
"The Copeland and Little Family" books. I use one to write in and do my genealogy from and I'm saving the other as a keepsake. I feel that this book is the most informative and accurate book I have ever read.
I do thank you for any and all of your information.
Honeybear
Deena63@verizon.net

Re: Sara Elizabeth Copeland

Honeybear470 — 2008-03-29 16:54:32Z

Karen, thank you so much for posting this family. I didn't have any of it.
My line is;
David and Deborah Van Buskirk Copeland
William & Jane Gamble Copeland
Robrt and Sarah ' Sallie' Copeland Little
James Herbert Sr. And Lucinda M Little Morris
Jeremiah and Eliza Abbott Morris
John August and Lillian Jane Morris Mescher
William Shafter and Ada Mae Mescher Williams

So my Sarah Sallie Copeland Little and Samuel (Judge) Copeland were brother and sister.

Re: Sara Elizabeth Copeland

BartGripenstraw — 2008-03-28 14:26:24Z

Do you have information on Samuel F. COPELAND who was married to Susannah LAIRD. Actually on both individuals.... I believe they were married on 13 Dec 1863

Surnames in Massac County.....help me

BartGripenstraw — 2007-08-30 03:30:32Z

I have done quite a bit of research. I realized early on that most Massac County families are tied together through marriage. Can you email me if you are researching any of the following names: GRIEPENSTROH, FROHLICH, RODENBERG, SHELTON, SCHMIDT, KENNEDY, LEUKERING, LAIRD, GOWINS, MITTENDORF, KOMMER, REHLMEYER, TRAMPE, OBERMARK, KOTTER, WEIL, ARENSMAN, WEISEMAN, WESTERMAN, RIEPE, ETC.

Re: STEPHENSON & ROBERTS FAMILIES

lindascully — 2008-04-15 02:48:32Z

I happened to copy this from a deed book several years ago and it is all I have.
James E. Roberts & Mildred W. Roberts deed book G page 285.
I was looking for my James Roberts and kept this tidbit just because. Hope it helps property . Linda

Re: Frazee Fisher Strantz

PattyStewart369 — 2007-11-14 01:20:37Z

My name is Patty (Strantz) Stewart and you must be Robert,named after my dad(My brother is named after your dad). I was in contact with your brother Orville for a bit,and his wife has emailed me also.If you can put me in contact with anyone who can give me information on our grandparents I would greatly appreciate it.I was born in Denver and have grown up in California.I drove out to see Darb 10 years ago,and am overdue to visit her again.Thanks for your response!

Re: Frazee Fisher Strantz

PattyStewart369 — 2007-10-03 23:52:24Z

I am trying to locate information on my grandmother,Audrey May Fisher Strantz.I know that she was born in Illinois to Paul and Lettie (Frazee) Fisher, and that she married Orville G Strantz.They had three sons - Robert,Richard and Roger.Would love to hear from anyone with helpful information.Thank you.

Frazee Fisher Strantz

PattyStewart369 — 2007-10-03 23:50:03Z

I am trying to locate information on my grandmother,Audrey May Fisher Strantz.I know that she was born in Illinois to Paul and Lettie (Frazee) Fisher, and that she married Orville G Strantz.They had three sone - Robert,Richard and Robert.Would love to hear from anyone with helpful information.Thank you.

Re: Jasper Charles Helmantoler, Eli Helmantoler

mhelmantoler — 2007-06-19 03:21:19Z

That seems right. Do you have primary sources for James and Eli as children of Jacob? I assume they were brothers because they bought land in Massac Co. Illinois in 1850. My regular emails is mhelmantoler@yahoo.com

Re: Jasper Charles Helmantoler, Eli Helmantoler

mhelmantoler — 2008-03-24 17:08:33Z

I found the info about Julia Ann Sullens and Thomas Helmantoler when I visited Smith County grave yards and interviewed Sadie Kolbe (Corby) the widow of Robert Dewey Helmontolor. It seems that everyone has a Cherokee woman in their Tennessee linage.
Sorry I dont know more.

Re: Snyder Genealogy

jdphillips1 — 2008-04-10 12:00:21Z

Jackson Precinct is in the eastern part of the county, around the Unionville area.

David Phillips

jdphillips1 — 2007-07-08 16:39:51Z

I am seeking info on David Phillips from the Mill Springs area.

Benjamin Conyers Probate 1857

phartman — 2007-08-17 21:11:31Z

Can someone tell me how to obtain the probate file for Benjamin Conyers? He is listed in the Massac County probate index which is on microfilm but apparently the probate files were not microfilmed by the LDS church. If I write to the circuit clerk of Massac County will they send an estimate of cost for this file or does anyone know the fee for this? Does anyone in the area do this type of research?

Re: Sara Elizabeth Copeland

PamelaRoseReinke — 2007-11-25 23:52:36Z

Tressa married Albert. Sorry for the confusion. I'm still trying to find out about Tressa so if you come across any info I'd love to hear it! Thanks.

Re: Jasper Charles Helmantoler, Eli Helmantoler

heathermidwife — 2008-03-23 01:44:40Z

I am looking for information regarding the Helmantoler family as well.

The persons most directly linked with the most accurate information are Sarah Jane Helmantoller 1881-1932 and Thomas Cephas Corley 1876-1957. I am trying to trace the Helmantoller family line. I have as possible parents for Sarah Jane as Thomas and Julia Ann F Sullins from a family tree I found on this site from michael?

My granparents used to go to the Helmantoller family reunions in TN. My grandmother talks about the amazing American Indian women in the family, but we have never been able to prove or find evidence of the Native American connection. She thinks maybe Cherokee Indian, but just because of the region.

I would appreciate any help or contact regarding this search.

Re: Jasper Charles Helmantoler, Eli Helmantoler

heathermidwife — 2008-03-25 04:05:19Z

Who are the parents of Robert Dewey Helmontoler?

Thank you for your help

Re: Bean Family

ramona2362 — 2007-05-21 00:41:41Z

Is it possible that some of these Bean's ended up in the (West Frankfort), Williamson CO. IL or Saline CO. IL area? I am looking for someone who ties into this line.

Re: Still looking for what happened to my ggggrandparents

lr115743 — 2007-06-21 21:11:22Z

1860 United States Federal Census
Name: Washington Trumbo Age in 1860: 12 Birth Year: abt 1848 Birthplace: Ohio Home in 1860: Green, Scioto, Ohio
Gender: Male Post Office: Wheelersburg Source Citation: Year: 1860; Census Place: Green, Scioto, Ohio; Roll: M653_1033; Page: 382; Image: 213.
Household Members: Name Age
Rebecca Power Green, Scioto, OH 79 abt 1781 Pennsylvania Female
Elizabeth Power Green, Scioto, OH 60 abt 1800 Ohio Female
Washington Trumbo Green, Scioto, OH 12 abt 1848 Ohio Male
William P Trumbo Green, Scioto, OH 10 abt 1850 Ohio Male

Re: Marriage Look- Up

myerslg — 2007-10-10 14:55:41Z

Dear Judie,
Thank-you so much. I already have the information about Millard and Laura Bell.
He married her sister in late 1879 or early 1880. That is the marriage certificate or information I am looking for now.
Both girls were buried in Unionville Massac IL.
Laura Bell August 3, 1879 and Mary Ida or (Ida) in November 2-4 1918. We are looking for the burial places.
Any other information you find please let me know. I do appreciate your time and finding. Thanks again so much.
Sincerely, Liz

Re: Sara Elizabeth Copeland

Karen_8085 — 2008-03-29 15:08:15Z

On page 32 of the book "Some Copeland & Little Families" by Fairline Bigley and A. Lucille Harney is your information about Samuel F. Copeland & Sara Elizabeth Copeland.
Judge Samuel S. Copeland was born 2 Apr./Aug.?, 1806 in TN and died Apr./Dec.?, 1866 in Vienna, Johnson Co., IL.
Judge Samuel S. Copeland & wife (1) Dorah Allen were married September 06, 1827 in Alexander Co., Il. Dorah was b. March 1, 1805 in TN and died Oct. 01, 1856 in Johnson Co., IL.
Listed under the Children of Judge Samuel S. Copeland (son of John C. Copeland, William, David) and (1st wife) Dora Sarah Allen are:

1. John Allen, b. 1828, Johnson Co., IL; d. abt 1858 KS.
2. William Perry, b. 1830, Johnson Co., IL; Lived in Massac Co., IL.
3. Mary Ann , b. 1832, Johnson Co., IL;Lived in Vienna; Married Alexander McLean/McLain, May 12, 1852, Vienna, Johnson Co., IL.
4. Frances J., b. Aug 10, 1836, Johnson Co., IL; d. Aug 04, 1854, Massac Co., Il is buried Vienna Hess Cemetery (unmarried).
5. J.M. Copeland, b. Johnson Co., IL; d. Johnson Co., IL in infancy.
6. Samuel F., b. 1840, Johnson Co., IL; Lived in Massac Co., Il; M. Susan Laird/Lard, Dec. 13,1863, Massac Co., IL. He was a farmer, They had two children.
7. Harriet A., b. May 03, 1841, Johnson Co., IL;d. Oct. 05, 1843, Johnson Co., Il. Buried Vienna Hess Cem., Vienna, Johnson Co., IL.
8. Richard Johnson , b. May 07, 1843, Vienna, Johnson Co., IL; d. March 04, 1919, Creal Springs, Williamson Co., IL.
9. James Polk , b. Sep. 24, 1845, Vienna, Johnson Co., IL; d. 1914, Marion, Williamson Co., IL.
10. DeWitt Clinton, b. July 23, 1848, Johnson Co., IL; d. Nov. 26, 1916, Barlow, Ballard Co., KY.

Judge Samuel S. Copeland and wife (2)Lucinda (Simpson)Fisher(Lucinda was a descendant of early Johnson Co., IL pioneer William Jackson Simpson)were married Feb. 01, 1857 in Johnson Co., IL. Lucinda was b. ca 1844 in IL. Samuel was bured at Vienna Hess Cemetery (located in Johnson Co., IL) along with his first wife.

Children of Judge Samuel S. Copeland and his 2nd wife Lucinda Fisher are:

11. Alonzo Copeland, b. Abt 1857, Johnson Co., IL; Lived in MO; M. Mary Utley.
12. Louisa Copleland, b. Johnson Co., Il; Lived in Baxter Springs, Cherokee Co., KS; M. Unknown Pierce.

Judge Samuel S. Copeland held various offices of Sheriff, Clerk and county Judge for Johnson Co., IL. He was Sheriff around 1827 (an office he held for 12 years) and some of the goings on at that time are mentioned in a newspaper article entitiled "History of Johnson Co.," by Mary Ellen Mount.

All information is to be credited to the book Some Copeland and Little Families. I hope this has helped. If I can do more please let me know.
P.S. The farm that was owned by Judge Samuel's parents John C. Copeland and Sarah Short Copeland has been owned by our family since 1909. This is where your Judge Samuel S. Copeland grew up. Parents (John and Sarah) of Judge Samuel S. Copeland are buried on our family farm high on a bluff overlooking the Ohio River. Thought you might be interested in that. Karen Riley Hall

Picture of Copeland/Evers graves in Massac Co., IL

Karen_8085 — 2008-03-29 22:46:21Z

Below you will find several pictures made of the Joshua Short Copeland Cemetery (the 2nd Copeland Cemetery located in Western Massac Co., Il near Hillerman.
I took theses pictures while visiting the county in March 2007.
Others buried in this cemetery are children of Joshua Short Copeland; Ishmael, Edna and Joshua Allen Copeland. Lucretia Smith, William Hammons and John A. Starks son of T.W & L.E. (possibly Lizzie) Starks.

Re: Sara Elizabeth Copeland

Karen_8085 — 2008-03-29 22:29:39Z

Here is the picture of Caroline Delphia Evers tombstone. It is located on Tick Ridge Road between Hillerman, in Masssac County near the Massac/Pulaski Co., IL line. I took pictures during a Fall Break trip. This cemetery is located on the North side of the road on private land. There is an easement to the cemetery but it is better to walk a short distance up the hill. This cemetery is no longer mowed or kept up but is fairly clean other than a large amount of grass growing. We took some tools with us that really helped with the quality of the picture.

Copeland Family Name Origins Found in Early History

Karen_8085 — 2008-03-30 18:01:54Z

This information is taken from pages 2-3 of the book Some Copeland and Little Families written by A. Lucille Harney and Fairline Bigley. Library of Congress Catalog Card Number 98-74171.

"The Copeland history goes back in the medieval ages. John Copeland was spoken of in 1248. He was one of twelve knights chosen to meet the Scotch Commisssioners to settle certain border disputes at that time. Later, Sir David Copeland is mentioned. Then in 1346, the hero of the battle of Neville's Cross, Sir John Copeland is exploited as having been not only the hero of this famous batttle, but as the true founder of the Copeland family. Copeland castle stands on the North brink of the Glen and seems to have been a very famous old one. From all historical researches, it has been duduced that the name Copeland was derived from this castle. At the time Baliol ceded Galloway to the English King, a very great number of Northumbrians must have moved there to settle the new territory. Castles Douglas and Dumfries were both in ancient Galloway. There were Copelands in Dumfries in 1500. It is very probable that the Copelands, with others, settled there at a very early period. The Copelands who live there now claim Sir John as their ancestor and assume him to be descended from the family mentioned as of 1248.
The capture of King David of Scotland introduces Sir John as our standard bearer, the story being authentic according to historical data. At the battle of Neville's Cross, Oct. 17, 1846 A.D., King David II of Scotland was disarmed and taken prisoner by Sir John Copeland, a gentleman of Northumberland, who was Governor of Roxbury Castle, although not without having knocked out two of Copeland's teeth with his gauntlet in the struggle to free himself. Copeland conveyed the wounded monarch off the field and refusing to deliver the prisoner up to the Queen, who had remained at Newcastle during the battle, she sent work to the King, protesting the action of Copeland in refusing her request.
The King, Edward III of England, during the battle of Neville's Cross, was besieging Calais, France. John of Vienna was Governor of Calais and commmander of the French, who were at that time allies of the Scotch. After a siege of eleven months, John of Vienna was forced to capitulate to King Edward III. When the king received the queen's message, he straightway summoned Copeland, who upon arrival before the king, excused himself so handsomely, saying that he had sworn allegiance to the king only, he owed his first fidelity to his sovereign in presenting the prisoner to him alone, that the king acknowledging his loyalty, bestowed upon him a reward of five hundred pounds a year in lands near Woolen, which bear the name Copeland. The king also made him a Knight Banneret. He ordered Copeland to deliver the prisoner to the queen, who had the Royal Captor placed in the Tower. King David II, who Sir John Copeland captured at the battle of Neville's Cross was the only son and successor of the celebrated Robert Bruce of Scotland. (This story has been abridged, but it can be obtained through libraries where it can be read in its entirety.)"

Copeland Family Name Origins Found in Early History

Karen_8085 — 2008-03-30 18:01:11Z

This information is taken from pages 2-3 of the book Some Copeland and Little Families written by A. Lucille Harney and Fairline Bigley. Library of Congress Catalog Card Number 98-74171.

"The Copeland history goes back in the medieval ages. John Copeland was spoken of in 1248. He was one of twelve knights chosen to meet the Scotch Commisssioners to settle certain border disputes at that time. Later, Sir David Copeland is mentioned. Then in 1346, the hero of the battle of Neville's Cross, Sir John Copeland is exploited as having been not only the hero of this famous batttle, but as the true founder of the Copeland family. Copeland castle stands on the North brink of the Glen and seems to have been a very famous old one. From all historical researches, it has been duduced that the name Copeland was derived from this castle. At the time Baliol ceded Galloway to the English King, a very great number of Northumbrians must have moved there to settle the new territory. Castles Douglas and Dumbries were both in ancient Galloway. There were Copelands in Dumfries in 1500. It is very probable that the Copelands, with others, settled there at a very early period. The Copelands who live there now claim Sir John as their ancestor and assume him to be descended from the family mentioned as of 1248.
The capture of King David of Scotland introduces Sir John as our standard bearer, the story being authentic according to historical data. At the battle of Neville's Cross, Oct. 17, 1846 A.D., King David II of Scotland was disarmed and taken prisoner by Sir John Copeland, a gentleman of Northumberland, who was Governor of Roxbury Castle, although not without having knocked out two of Copeland's teeth with his gauntlet in the struggle to free himself. Copeland conveyed the wounded monarch off the field and refusing to deliver the prisoner up to the Queen, who had remained at Newcastle during the battle, she sent work to the King, protesting the action of Copeland in refusing her request.
The King, Edward III of England, during the battle of Neville's Cross, was besieging Calais, France. John of Vienna was Governor of Calais and commmander of the French, who were at that time allies of the Scotch. After a siege of eleven months, John of Vienna was forced to capitulate to King Edward III. When the king received the queen's message, he straightway summoned Copeland, who upon arrival before the king, excused himself so handsomely, saying that he had sworn allegiance to the king only, he owed his first fidelity to his sovereign in presenting the prisoner to him alone, that the king acknowledging his loyalty, bestowed upon him a reward of five hundred pounds a year in lands near Woolen, which bear the name Copeland. The king also made him a Knight Banneret. He ordered Copeland to deliver the prisoner to the queen, who had the Royal Captor placed in the Tower. King David II, who Sir John Copeland captured at the battle of Neville's Cross was the only son and successor of the celebrated Robert Bruce of Scotland. (This story has been abridged, but it can be obtained through libraries where it can be read in its entirety.)"

Re: Picture of Copeland/Evers graves in Massac Co., IL

Karen_8085 — 2008-03-30 17:20:42Z

I have Joshua Short Copeland's parents, Grandparents, and great grandparents.
1. Joshua Short is the son of John C. Copeland and Sarah Short. John C. Copeland was born September 30, 1775 in Hillsboro (The Gap), Loudoun Co., VA, and died Jan. 02, 1853 in Massac Co., Il. (he and wife Sarah Short are buried on our family farm in Massac Co., Il. (I have pictures of their tombstones if you would like to contact me at dkhall85@netscape.com). John married Sarah March 25, 1798 in Grainger Co., TN. Their marriage bondsman was John Smith. Sarah was B. Dec 25, 1778 in Grainger Co., TN and died June 24, 1849 in Massac Co., Il of Consumption. She was the dau. of James Short of Grainger Co., TN. The family farm was 80 acres on the Ohio River in Massac Co., Il. This farm has been in our family(the Riley family) now since 1909 when my great grandfather Thomas Harrison Riley sent his son Fred (my grandfather) to buy this land.

2. John C. Copeland is the son of William and Unknown Copeland. William was born Abt 1754 in Londonderry, Ireland, and died June 1822 in Vienna, Johnson Co., IL. He married Unkown(maybe Jane Gamble) Abt 1774. William is bured on the Alfred Hook farm in Johnson Co., IL. William Copeland came to Loudoun co., VA abt 1765 with his father, mother and family. He grew up near the town of Hillsboro, near the Blue Ridge Mountains of VA. It is probable that William and his family left Virginia after he got his land grant in Ohio, which was 10, Aug. 1783. His daughter Sally, was born in Loudoun Co., VA in 1786. William was a American Revolutionary Soldier. He enlisted on 23 Nov. 1776 and served until 9 Dec. 1779. He recieved a land warrent for his service #1696 for 200 acres of land in Ohio on 10 Aug. 1783. Lots of information here but will skip to his death in Johnson Co., IL in June, 1822 where he is mentioned in probare records.
* Note* here there is a brother to William named John C. Copeland and also a son of William named John C. Copeland. Brother John C. born Abt 1752 in Londonderry, Ireland and the other John C. who is the son of William was born Sept. 30, 1775 in Hillsboro, Loudoun Co., VA and died in Massac Co., Il on Jan. 2, 1853.
*Note* In Williams probate records it says John Copeland is the administrator for this estate. I believe this to be the son and not the brother who was the administrator. William's brother John died before 1836 in VA so he wasn't even in Johnson Co., IL and the son John C. was 47 years old at the time of his fathers death and more than capable of handleing this responsibility. I will be adding the estate/probate records on a later posting if your interested?
3. William is the son of David Copeland and (2) wife Deborah unknown. William's older brothers Andrew (child 1) and John C. Copeland(child 2)are from David and wife (1) Unknown.
Known children of David and wife (2) Deborah Unknown are:

3. William, b. Abt 1754, Londonderry, Ireland-d. June 1822, Vienna, Johnson Co., IL.
4. James ,b. Aug 1, 1759, Londonderry, Ireland-d June 15, 1838, Loudoun Co., VA.
5. Hannah (possible), b ca 1760, Londonderry, Ireland.
6. Richard, b. Dec 5, 1763, Londonderrry, Ireland- d Feb. 15, 1859, near Short Hill, Loudoun Co., VA.
7. Margaret, b. Feb. 28, 1766, Loudoun Co., VA - d June 17, 1849, Purcellville, Loudoun Co.,VA.
8. Jane, b. Sept. 7, 1768, Loudoun, VA-d April 19, 1854, Loudoun Co., VA.

*Note* All of the above information is taken from the book Some Copeland and Little Families writen by A. Lucille Harney and Fairline Bigley. The Library of Congress Card Catalog Number is 98-74171. Copyright 1998. I hope that this information will help. Karen

Re: Nathan Clement Moseley marriages

rossjam39 — 2007-10-14 01:02:31Z

Thanks so much for the website link. I found a lot of information there.

Nathan Clement Moseley marriages

rossjam39 — 2007-08-07 05:22:42Z

I'm looking for info on Nathan Clement Moseley and his marriages to Nancy Jane Johnston and Lydia Frazee. I think he had 2 children by Nancy, my grandfather, Fred B and Myrtle and 1 by Lydia, Lincoln. Haven't been able to confirm this. Would like to hear from anyone with info on any of these.

Re: Thomas Stafford and Mary (Stafford) Harris

staff44 — 2007-11-12 05:36:05Z

Lindakimbrell
I am still doing Stafford family Genealogy and would like to correspond with you on email. Here is my email gstafford01@earthlink.net,

Snyder Genealogy

Junk3497 — 2008-04-09 14:53:27Z

In Massac Co. Illinois in 1880 on the Census, there is a farm/residence O.P. Snyder in Jackson Precinct. I also have relatives buried in Jackson. Can anyone explain where this was in Massac Co. at this time? The correndance of this in earlier dates are:
1850 Massac
1860 Township 16 S.,Range 6 East, Massac
1870 Township 16 Range 6, Massac
1880 Jackson Precinct Massac
Sure would appreciate a response.
Thanks,
Liz

Marriage Look- Up

Junk3497 — 2007-08-11 15:40:18Z

My ggrandfather married sisters. His first wife Laura Bell Wheeler married him in 1872 in Massac County. She died in Jackson Precent in August of 1879. He then married her sister Mary Ida Wheeler. I am uncertain of the date but it was sometime between August 1879 and June of 1880. Would any member of the MCGS be able to look-up that marriage for me. The first marriage my ggrandfather used the name Millard, but all the time he was with Ida (Mary Ida) he used the name of Mack. So the names could be Millard Snyder to Mary Wheeler, Mack Snyder to Ida Wheeler, they tended to use middle names or nick names. Any Snyder to a Wheeler during this time would be appreciative. Thank-you Elizabeth

Re: Nathan Clement Moseley marriages

Judie143 — 2007-10-09 15:49:57Z

Try the website Illinois Statewide Marriage Index 1793-1900
www.ilsos.gov/GenealogyMWeb/marrsrch.html

It lists Mosley, Nathan Clements-Johnston, Nancy Jane 12/24/1877

Re: Marriage Look- Up

Judie143 — 2007-10-09 15:41:26Z

Try the website for Illinois Statewide Marriage Index, 1793-1900 www.ilsos.gov/GenealogyMWeb/marrsrch.html

It lists Millard Snyder & Laura Bell Wheeler 07/03/1872 Massac county

Re: McCormick Cemetery

CactusJackDalton — 2007-09-11 06:10:15Z

if you start out in brookport head go north like your going to metropolis just right outside brookport is unionville road turn right on it go down unionville road about two or three miles and you will see dornbush road were truman and lara dornbush used to live turn right on it go down to charles giltners place it will be about two miles down on the left locals can tell you were the cemetery is up the hill behind his home by a pond my great grandmother was nancy mccormick daughter of robert owen mccormick.

STEPHENSON & ROBERTS FAMILIES

ksteph191 — 2008-03-01 05:04:12Z

I am looking for information on Stephenson & Roberts families:
William O. Stephenson( 1827-1843) lived in Massac County, possibly New Columbia area until about 1870; married to wife #1; Charlotte Gholson and Nancy Day. Looking for info on him and wife #1, mother of:

Andrew Jackson Stephenson (b:1853; d:1902) Metropolis; married:Martha "Mattie" Roberts (b:1851; d: ?)

James E. Roberts b:1817 VA; d: ? was a magistrate; 1880 census has him living at 444 5th St. Metropolis. Married to Mildred Flournoy b: 1824 KY

Any information appreciated--County Clerk did not have much information on either family.

Thanks!

Re: STEPHENSON & ROBERTS FAMILIES

ksteph191 — 2008-04-23 02:42:12Z

Thanks. It is the first bit of information, other than census, that I have.

Re: Frazee Fisher Strantz

collisionguy69 — 2007-11-11 15:57:33Z

Hello, I am responding to the posting regarding Audrey Fisher Strantz. Orville G. Strantz was my grandfather and Audrey was my grandmother also. I am one of the sons of Roger Strantz, his son. I was named after my uncle and actually have a brother named after Orville. I can tell you that they were a big crop dusting family until Orville died in a plane crash. I can put you in contact with family members in Colorado that would have the information you are seeking.

Looking for Conner - Owens Family

annie92543 — 2007-08-04 17:11:06Z

I'm searching for my gggrandpatents. George B Conner b 1855 ill. and Angeline E Owens b 1856 in ill. They were married in 1887, I'm not sure where, I think ill.

Re: 1909 Marriage Record

Honeybear4701 — 2007-10-28 19:35:47Z

Email me the names/dates and I'll look it up for you.
Deena63@verizon.net

Re: Marriage date for grandparents Humphrey/Anderson

Honeybear4701 — 2007-06-21 01:25:24Z

I'm sorry, I searched the courthouse records today, they aren't listed here in Massac County. Maybe Pope County?
Deena63@verizon.net

MCGS

Honeybear4701 — 2007-06-17 04:01:29Z

My name is on this site as a MCGS contact Deena@hcis.net or Deena@comcast.net BOTH of these ar wrong. Anyone trying to contact me, my new address is Deena63@verizon.net. Although I'm not an officer this year, I have been for many years and will be glad to continue to help with research.
Thanks,
Deena

Re: Cemetery Look-Up

Honeybear4701 — 2007-06-17 01:00:21Z

Snider Cemetery; if there was no headstone, there was no name to list in the book. Below is the entire page,
**********
SNIDER CEMETERY

Location: From 350N & 2100E go east about 5/10 mile. It is about half mile in the woods to the right on a hill over looking a pond. Researched by Wayne Obermark & James E Coles.

Burnett, Julia June 28, 1842-December 20, 1898 Age 54. (Mother thou hast from us flown to the regions far above, we to thee erect. This stone is consecrated by our love).

Hopson, Ned Co. D 8th U.S.C. H.A.
Two field stones
***************
I'm sorry but that is all that is written.

Deena63@verizon.net

Re: Alfred Morris

Honeybear4701 — 2007-06-17 00:12:15Z

Your Alfred Morris is a brother to my Jeremiah Morris. I have quite a bit on this large family and I happen to live here in Massac County where they all lived.
My email address is Deena63@verizon.net

Re: Sara Elizabeth Copeland

Honeybear4701 — 2008-03-27 21:51:37Z

This is my line also. I would LOVE to see your pictures. Please contact me Deena63@verizon.net

Thank you so much!

Daminski, Nowardausky

statkus1 — 2008-04-02 18:09:54Z

I'm looking for Jan or Eileen Daminski who moved to Illinois and had relatives in Brandford, CT. The cousin's name was Karoline Daminski Nowardausky. Any information would help. Thanks, Pat

Rose & Alice McCurley

2006-12-05 15:46:50Z

Philadelphia Passenger Lists for 1800-1945 shows that Alice McCurley, aged 14 and nine months arrived in Philadelphia on 13 August 1893. Her final destination was given as Chicago, Illinois. Her sponsor was her sister, Rose, who had also bought her ticket. Both Rose and Alice were my great aunts; Rose, who was seven years older than Alice, had presumably been in Chicago for some time previously.

Does anyone have any subsequent information concerning these sisters? I do have information regarding their English and Irish origins.

Andrew Wood
United Kingdom

Genealogy Society ILGSWC

2006-11-05 10:12:41Z

The Genealogy Society of White County, Illinois Web Site has a new look!! John Stabley, the new Web Master has taken over the site and has added some new features and over 100 new links to the links section. When you have time, please take a look. http://rootsweb.com/~ilgswc

Re: Sara Elizabeth Copeland

2006-10-18 23:43:00Z

Re: Sara Elizabeth Copeland

2006-10-18 23:31:34Z

That would be great! The person I'm most interested in is (Tressey) Tressa Myrtle Hitchcock. daughter of Frances B. Hitchcock and Sarah E. Copland. She was born 11/29/1877 and married 1. John Hille and 2. Albert Evers. Any info would be wonderful!
Thanks!!!

Re: Sara Elizabeth Copeland

2006-10-18 23:07:27Z

I too am a descendant of the Copeland family and also have family buried at Lower Salem Cemetery in Massac Co., IL. I was just in Massac County last week and plan to be there again later this week. Would you like for me to make a picture of the tombstones you are interested in? I have a digital and it wouldn't be any trouble. Your friend might enjoy a copy of the book titled Some Copeland and Little Families by A. Lucille Harney and Fairline Bigley. One of the ladies has passed away earlier this year but I believe the Massac county library would be able to help with the purchasing information.
I can also copy excerpts from the book for you if it will help.

Re: Elijah Harris b. 1787 Virginia., - son Abijah Harris

2006-10-18 22:26:20Z

I also found in the book titled Pulaski County, Illinois Genealogy Notes, Volume I, 1988 a mention of "Lucinda May
married Abijah Harris. The 1880 Census of Pulaski County, IL states that he was born in IL, his father in Virginia and mother in KY. They had about eight children. Son Elijah Harris (1857-1932) married Ella Jones (1873-1916) . Elijah and Ella's children and grandchildren lived near the Ohio Chapel Church located East of Grand Chain.
I can send you a copy of this as I own the book. If it will help let me know.

Re: Elijah Harris b. 1787 Virginia., - son Abijah Harris

2006-10-18 22:14:38Z

I have a Pulaski Co., IL history book that mentions "Elijah and his father, Abidja Harris came to Pulaski Co., from Massac Co. in the 1880's". The listing is for the Harris-Cooper family and can be found on page 177-8.
Contact me directly and I will scan the 2 pages of the family article in and send it to you. Hope this helps.

Marriage date for grandparents

2006-10-14 21:02:35Z

Perhaps there is something in the archives. I am looking for the marriage date of my grandparents, Henry B. Humphrey (could be listed as Bert) and Cora Lee Anderson. They are from Ballard Co., KY and their first child, my mother, was born there in 1912. There is no record of their marriage in Ballard Co., therefore they must have gone elsewhere to marry. If there is anyone that can check records for Massac Co. IL , the year span 1912 to 1916 I would be most appreciative. Thank you

Re: Jasper Charles Helmantoler, Eli Helmantoler

2006-09-11 00:04:52Z

Pat,
I don't have primary sources but have considered John(Johann) Jacob /Helmantel/ Helmantoler as the father. He was born in 19 Feb 1767 Manakees MD near Fredrick MD and was the son of Michael Helmantel.

Michael Helmantoler

Family History

2006-09-04 17:13:57Z

I am looking for information an Heflin's in Massac Co. Il.

Re: Morningstar Marriage

2006-08-29 21:49:46Z

from the Illinois State Achives

MORNINGSTAR, C A BURKS, CATHARINE 09/21/1854 OMB/0015 MASSAC

Re: Family History

2006-09-09 21:19:07Z

This is what I have on the Heflin's. I am not sure when they came to Massac County.

James E Heflin born 20 NOV 1812 Montgomery, Tennessee died 1883
Married Minerva G Dupree born abt. 1816 Montgomery, TN on 13 SEP 1832 in TN

Simon Heflin born 3/27/1839 in KY
Married Lucy Annie Miller b 1838-? about 1859 in KY

Eugene Heflin born 12/20/1875- died 12/24/1947 in Massac County, IL
Married Mattie McChristian born 2/17/1879- died 2/7/1949 in Massac County, IL

Opal Mattie born July1897- died Jan 10, 1962
Married Rufus Marion Barnhill born 1889 died May 23, 1941 both in Massac County

Re: Clendenon/Clendennon family

2006-07-30 20:09:46Z

This is the marriage informantion on David and Harriett
CLENDENNON, DAVID A. KING, HARRIETT A. POPE 05/09/1866 00C/0007

These are all the Clendenon brides married before 1900 in Pope and Massac Counties.

CANADA, ABRAHAM CLENDENON, ELIZABETH 07/12/1874 00D/0017 00000618 POPE
MATHIS, WILLIAM F CLENDENON, HARRIET ANN 10/22/1863 A/ 350 MASSAC
DURHAM, WILLIAM D CLENDENON, IDA J FINLEY 11/11/1897 / 233 4137 MASSAC
HORN, CHARLES CLENDENON, LAURA B 11/13/1898 00B/0008 00002396 POPE
ENGLISH, ABSALOM CLENDENON, MARTHA JANE 06/25/1862 A/ 285 MASSAC

These are all of the grooms married in Illinois before 1900
CLENDENON, JAMES HEARD, MARGARET 07/04/1812 001/0005 RANDOLPH
CLENDENON, ROBERT W UPCHURCH, UNKNOWN 03/27/1895 I /384 ALEXANDER

This informantion was taken from the State of Illinois Archives @ http://www.cyberdriveillinois.com/departments/archives/datab...

I hope that it was of some help. I believe that there was no death informantion on the site.

Re: Benjamin Williams and Amanda Barnes Marriage

2006-06-21 19:51:24Z

I didn't find anything else. Sorry.

Re: Latham Decendants from Metroplis Illinoise

2006-04-14 15:06:36Z

He is buried in the Masonic cemetary on N.Ave,Metropolis IL., next to Edward Leon Latham Pvt US Army WW2.

Re: Latham Decendants from Metroplis Illinoise

2006-04-14 01:01:15Z

Yes my Dad did die in church I was 9 years old, and I knew his brothers and sister. but not any other family members I would like to know if I have any and did my Dad have a grave stone to show who he was.
Thank You Pam

Re: Latham Decendants from Metroplis Illinoise

2006-04-12 22:17:51Z

I have Lannas M Latham in my database,born 11/26/23 d. 1/3/72 (heart attack at church, buried at Masonic Cem. in Metropolis IL
Is this your Lannas?

Re: Pryor

2006-04-04 01:59:46Z

Thank you Ann. Linda

Re: Dr. Charles E. Tucker

2006-04-03 21:39:22Z

I'm sure you have had a reply concerning Dr. Tucker. The Kimbrough Family as well as Greys, Longs, and Hopson families worked for Dr Tucker. I have a photo of the saw mill operation. It was given to me by my Kimbrough relatives. Ephrim and Emma Kimbrough's ancestors. I will share it with Jeanie who will in turn send it to you. Or you can contact me at my e-mail. Emma Kimbrough was my Great-grandmother Senia Hopson Skaggs Sister. I have shared many photos of that family with your cousin Jeanie.

Contact me for more information concerning information about the Kimbroughs and Dr. Tucker.

Re: Pryor

2006-04-03 19:50:46Z

Actually - no I do not have his obit. Never thought of that . They lady that gave me the info on the constable thing is not longer able to give me anymore help . Do I call the library to get the obit for Feb/19/1968 ? Funny how the things in front of me I should know yet don't think off, Thanks goodness for these boards and the help from people like you who help me think.

Linda

Re: Pryor

2006-04-02 17:11:54Z

Linda

I just went through the Massac County History book, and there is no mention of any constables from the years you mention. Sorry.

Re: Pryor

2006-04-02 16:44:47Z

Thanks for the information. Wish I could find constable information. That is is wife and daughter and son . Thanks you again Linda

Re: Pryor

2006-04-02 16:37:19Z

I don't have much, but I do have William C Pryor being born 13 Oct 1873 and dod as 19Feb 1968. He is listed in Massac County Cemeteries Book #6. Other Pryors listed are Eldoridice 29Jan1919-3Oct1919
Horace B 6Nov1914 - 29Oct 1935
Addie 28 Dec 1878-29Sept 1941

Re: Benjamin Williams and Amanda Barnes Marriage

2006-06-21 17:05:33Z

This record can be found at the County Court Records, Film # 0961837 & 0963668 - 0963669.

If I find anything else I'll post it.

Joann

Re: Holden Gate May

2006-05-15 23:45:01Z

Hi, If you would like to email me, I could give you some information. This is a relative of mine and I have a copy of the book stated. Would love to hear from you.
sjk114@charter.net

Re: Looking for a marriage date please

2006-03-22 22:48:21Z

Hi Joann,

Thanks for the post back. Since that post I have found that
Amanda Clementine NOLES 1st married Thomas Bently PUGH on April 05, 1887 in Metropolis, Massac County, Illinois. They had 3 children.
Then she married 2nd to William H. BARNES on January 31, 1893 in Marshall County, Kentucky. And they had four children togehter.

Theresa

Idia/Ida Jane/Jean Boyle/Boiles born ca 1875

2006-03-20 16:30:24Z

I am trying to track down this person of uncertain name, who in 1880 was living in Massac county IL with her parents Richard Boiles and Nancy, the only child listed. Her name is given as Idia Boiles in that census. I would be very grateful if someone could look up any births in the Boyle/Boiles (or even Boles or Bales) family in the 1870's, in Massac records.

Re: Obit Lookup Request

2006-03-05 18:35:02Z

Thanks, Ann. The Carson marriage record information is a BIG help.

Re: Obit Lookup Request

2006-03-02 17:40:08Z

Thanks for your response, Ann. Actually, I am trying to locate the parents of Andrew Carson who died Dec. 21 (1895-96). I was hopeful that the death certificate might give that information. Any thoughts?

Re: Elmhurst Illinois

2006-02-18 20:12:04Z

Elmhurst is in DuPage County, try there.

GEORGE W. STROHM

2006-01-29 18:22:23Z

1900 (Hillerman) Massac County Illinois US Census:HH208STROHM, George W. Head 73 M W Wd __August 1826 Farmer VA VA VAANDERSON, Victoria (Strohm) Dau 24 F W Wd __July 1875 IL VA KYANDERSON, Clarie (Clarinda?) Dau 4 Granddaughter F W S __January 1896 IL IN IL ANDERSON, Alanie? 2 Granddaughter F W S __November 1897 IL IN IL.In 1880 George W. Strohm & his family was enumerated in Grand Chain Pulaski County IL under the name George Strong. GEORGE W. STROHM was my greatgrandfather. He was not found on the 1910 Massac County IL census, leading me to believe he died AFT the 1900 census BEF the 1910 census. His daughter VICTORIA VIRGINIA STROHM, enumerated on the 1900 census as the Widow VICTORIA ANDERSON, was married 27 March 1895 to H. S. ANDERSON in Massac County IL...her name was recorded as Victory U. Strong on the transcribed Illinois marriage index. I have found no further information on VICTORIA ANDERSON or her two girls.Is there anyone in Massac County IL who can help me with my greatgrandfather GEORGE W. STROHM'S date of death or any other information on this Massac County IL family?Thank you,Lee Strohm HarrellJacksonville FL

Re: BLY, OWENS, AND MCLANE African American genealogy- have bible reocords of slaves' births.

2006-01-28 17:52:27Z

Ann, I just tried to send you an email, but it came back. What email address can I reach you at?

Stacy

Looking for Info on William McCarver b. 1833

2006-01-07 04:21:46Z

Hello,
I am Looking for the parents of William McCarver. He was born in 1833 possibly in Tennessee. He moved to Franklin County, Illinois were he married on 12/ 24/1856 to Bassina Hill Rea, daughter of William B. and Lucy Roberts Hill.
Any help would be great!
Kind Regards
William McCarver
admin@mccarvernews.com
www.mccarvernews.com

Searching for info-Civil War Vet

2005-11-27 22:26:04Z

I am searching for information about my gg grandfather, William Erwin Davidson. He was born Jan. 13, 1845, Tn. (either Henry Co. or Montgomery Co., Tenn. depending on his entry or discharge papers from the Civil War, both were listed) . His enlisted at Pine Bluff Ark. He was a Private in Co. M., 13 Reg., Ill. Cal. Vol. He was discharged April 1865, Camp Butler, Ill., under pervision of circular 30 of 1865. He shows in the 1880 census of Massac Co., Ill. with his family. For years, I have been looking for his parents, but to no avail. Wondering if anyone can help.

SAMUEL F. CARPENTER

2005-10-31 21:55:53Z

Seeking to contact descendants or acquaintances of the family of Samuel F. Carpenter. Samuel and wife Ida Knight Carpenter were listed in both the 1920 & 1930 census for Metropolis, Massac Co., IL. Also listed in the 1920 census was the Ida's mother, Mary Knight. She does not appear in the 1930 census, however, two children Mary M. age. 6, and Eulis L., are listed with their parents.

I would appreciate any info on this family: marriages, deaths, burials, etc. My research seems to stop in Massac Co. and I am very anxious to contact someone who is willing to help me.

Thanks very much!!

Re: samuel griffin, fireman or firechief

2005-10-19 00:45:58Z

thank you for your time

Re: Sara Elizabeth Copeland/Tressa Myrtle Hit

2005-10-15 01:16:41Z

I don't have any info about them. I do have a book called Copeland and some Little Families.
My email addres (until Wednesday) will be
Deena@hcis.net
I'll see if I can go to the court house Monday and get that death cert. I really need your address.

Re: Sara Elizabeth Copeland/Tressa Myrtle Hit

2005-10-15 00:57:40Z

Deena,
Thank you so much for the information! You have made my elderly friend very happy. It would be great if you could find the death certificate. She also didn't know that her grandmother had been married before or that she had another uncle. Do you have any information on the Hille family or what happened to them? Once again, thank you, I wish you could have seen my friend's face when I relayed your information!
Pam Reinke (I tried to e-mail this but it came back)

Re: Sara Elizabeth Copeland

2005-10-12 03:55:58Z

Sara Elizabeth Copeland was (b) Nov 27,1845 & (d) May 14, 1899 in Massac Co. and buried at Lower Salem Cemetery in Karnak IL.

Tressa Myrtle Hitchcock was b. Nov 27,1877 & d.Feb. 6 in Massac Co.6,1914 and buried at Lower Salem Cemetery in Boaz IL.

I'll check on the death cert if you'd like? Write to me at my email address.

Re: Sara Elizabeth Copeland

2005-10-11 23:28:43Z

Thank you for the information! Tressa's granddaughter was always told her grandmother disappeared around 1914, when Eunice was 12. Do you know where she died and/or is buried? I didn't find her near her parents, husband or infant son. The story was that she ran away, maybe to Detroit. I'll pass this information on to my friend, I know she will appreciate it as she has spent her life wondering what happened to her grandmother!
Thanks again!

Re: Sara Elizabeth Copeland

2005-10-11 01:12:14Z

Sarah Elizabeth Copeland was the mother of Tressa Myrtle Hitchcock (b.Nov 27, 1877 in Massac Co.) and (died Feb 06, 1914).
Tressa Married John Hille, they had one son, Lewis G Hille.
Tressa and Albert Evers (2nd husband) were the parents of a son and Eunice Evers (b. 1902 Massac Co.)
I hope this helps.

Re: Holden Gate May

amorris1997 — 2007-03-12 05:55:01Z

My Name Is Alicia and Holden May was My GGG,Grandfather and I have been told 3 storys about him and they are not sure My GG,Grandfather was Solomon T May and my G Grandmother was Ida May I dont no if you are still trying to get info or not you can email me if you like I have some on the May family

Re: Looking for a marriage date please

pressonfamily — 2006-03-20 03:35:01Z

5 APR 1887 in Metropolis, Illinois. Thomas was her second husband. Amanda's first husband was Willim H. BARNES. Hope this helps.

Re: Rezin Kennedy b. 1819- Who are his parents?

ann_laird — 2007-04-07 18:28:55Z

His father was Robert Kennedy (1791-1874) and his mother was Hannah Ensloe Kennedy (1800-1884). They are buried at the Kennedy cemetery here in Massac County.
Ann

Re: Rezin Kennedy b. 1819- Who are his parents?

ann_laird — 2007-04-07 18:28:55Z

Yes, it's me. I've been wondering where you're stationed since the war began. I hope you're still in the States. Anyway, I meant that Robert and Hannah Ensloe Kennedy are buried at the Kennedy Cemetery. Rebecca is buried at Kingston Chapel. I believe Rezin is buried at Kingston Chapel also, but will have to find his obit. He isn't listed in our cemetery books but I do have an obit for him that someone gave me a while back. According to a bio. in one of our history books, the Kennedy family came here in 1847. I haven't checked this myself, but it seems to be correct, give or take a couple of years. The Trumbo's came here about the same time and a few other families also from Scioto County, OH. If you'll email me privately and send your current mailing address, I'll copy the obit for you. I did some Kennedy research for someone a few years ago, but lost the typed family tree when my computer crashed. I still have the original paperwork from the courthouse though here somewhere.
Ann

Re: Brookport Residents Johnson, Kalbacher, Bryant

ann_laird — 2007-04-07 18:28:55Z

Pell Cemetery near Brookport, IL:
Emma Breeze Johnson w/o John Lemuel 1863-1935
John Lemuel Johnson 1861-1952
Blanche Bryant 1884-1978
Lavina J. Kalbacher w/o Felix O. 1894-1968
Mable Mackay Kalbacher w/o Don E. 22 Sep 1913-23 Aug 1988
Don E. Kalbacher 28 May 1916-11 June 1988
Felix O. Kalbacher 1894-1974

The Metropolis Library could copy the obits for you for the ones who have complete dates. They charge 25 cents per page for obits. Address is: 317 Metropolis St.; Metropolis, IL 62960. Telephone 618-524-4312.

Hope this helps.
Ann

Re: Brookport Residents Johnson, Kalbacher, Bryant

ann_laird — 2007-04-07 18:28:55Z

You're welcome. For the later ones who don't have complete death dates you might try contacting one of the funeral homes here. Both are owned by the same family and bought out the funeral home at Brookport several years ago. They may still have some of the Brookport records. Try: Miller Funeral Home; 414 Metropolis St.; Metropolis, IL 62960. Telephone 618-524-2128.
Ann

Re: Brookport Residents Johnson, Kalbacher, Bryant

ann_laird — 2007-04-07 18:28:55Z

The only other Bryant's at the Pell Cemetery are: Jesse P. 1882-1952; Nell K. 1891-1967, w/o Jesse. They are buried in a different plot than Blanche is (hers is K9S). K9S is the same plot James L. and Emma Johnson are buried at.
Ann

Re: D.H. Freeman, Photographer

ann_laird — 2007-04-07 18:28:55Z

There is an advertisement for Freeman's Gallery on Ferry St. in a March 21, 1868 newspaper. (Most newspapers prior to this are missing). David Henry Freeman is listed as a photographer in the 1870 Massac Co. Census. In 1880 he is listed as a farmer; and in 1900 he is listed as a "capitalist". He died Jan. 28, 1903.

Hope this helps,
Ann

Re: George Washington Peck 1819-1862 Massac County IL

ann_laird — 2007-04-07 18:28:55Z

Jackie,
George doesn't have a death record in Massac Co. (or anywhere else). He does have a probate file here though. You can obtain a copy by writing to the Massac County Clerk's office in Metropolis.

Also, a copy of Martha Mitchell's obit is in the MCGS Obituary book 4A. There website has a book list, or if you're just needing the one obit then the library may look it up for you.

A pension file that I read (I forget whose file it was) said that Capt. Peck was on his way home on sick furlough when he died. He had already crossed the river and was in Illinois at his time of death.

I know of one relative of Martha Mitchell who lives in Massac Co., but she doesn't use a computer. Is there something specific I could ask her for you?
Ann

Re: George Washington Peck 1819-1862 Massac County IL

ann_laird — 2007-04-07 18:28:55Z

Hi,
I'll call the lady I was speaking of to ask her if she is up to writing to you. She's been sick for the past couple of years and her sister just passed away a couple of months ago. I asked her a long time ago about a photo of Capt. Peck and she didn't have one. I didn't ask if she knew who his parents were, or anything else about him like that. I was interested in his military service.

Did you know Capt. Peck was in the Mexican War prior to serving in the Civil War?

I'll try and get in touch with her in the next couple of days and let you know what she says.
Ann

Re: George Washington Peck 1819-1862 Massac County IL

ann_laird — 2007-04-07 18:28:55Z

I'm not related to Capt. Peck. I'm just interested in local history. I'm trying to compile a book on all of the men who served in the Civil War from Massac Co., or served and moved here after the war. It will include their service and brief bios. for them. Many buried here don't even have headstones. I just hope to make some kind of a permanent record so future generations will know of their ancestors' service and where they are buried.

Capt. Peck was also a Capt. in the Mexican War, and I believe he served from Indiana. I'll have to find my source on this to be sure though. You can e-mail me at
l346.midwest.net (the first letter is a small "L" and not the number one).
Ann

Re: Alfred & Mary Jane (Kirkpatrick) Slater, Metropolis, 1870s

ann_laird — 2007-04-07 18:28:55Z

Nathan Shick died at Anna, IL Nov. 8, 1924. His 1st wife, Lelia M. Slater Shick died May 31, 1890. They had 7 children: Clifford, Staunton, Nathan, Harry, Alfred, Mrs. F.A. Fletcher, and Cyrus. When Nathan died, four of there children were living; Harry of Bondurant, KY; Alfred of Hot Springs, AR; Mrs. Fletcher also of Hot Springs; and Cyrus of Modesto, CA.

Nathan was married two or three times. He's buried at the oldest section of the Masonic Cem. in Metropolis, called Chosen Friends I.O.O.F. Cemetery. Mrs. Shick is probably buried there with him, but has no headstone. He ran a pottery company for many years in Metropolis.

Check Gallatin Co., IL records for the Pillow family. They were from there and moved back after living a number of years in Metropolis. Geo. W. went into law. Seems like he was a State's Atty. in Gallatin Co. for many years. (if memory served me correctly).

Hope this helps.
(I'm not related to any of the above)
Ann

Re: Death Record James C. Allen and Olin Vied Allen

ann_laird — 2007-04-07 18:28:55Z

Silver Crown Lodge Cemetery, Metropolis: Olyn Allen b. 12 Oct, 1891 and d. 22 Jan 1926. Lot #95. There is nothing in the cemetery records for James C. The IL State Archives database may have his death record. It's at http://www.sos.state.il.us/departments/archives/databases.ht...
Hope this helps,
Ann

Re: Death Record James C. Allen and Olin Vied Allen

ann_laird — 2007-04-07 18:28:55Z

Hi,
The cemetery records are not online to the best of my knowledge. They are sold in books (Silver Crown Cem. is in Book #4) by the MCGS. Their website is at http://www.rootsweb.com/~ilmcgs/

There is a link on that page for their publications.

Also at Silver Crown is Lynford Fields Allen b. 9 Sep 1919 and d. 30 July 1962. Another Allen buried there but not on your list is Isaiah Allen b. 1 Nov 1955 and d. 2 Mar 1992.

I think I know someone who may have known this family. I'll try and get in touch with them for you.
Ann

Re: Death Record James C. Allen and Olin Vied Allen

ann_laird — 2007-04-07 18:28:55Z

Joy,
Can you e-mail me at <l346@midwest.net>? The first letter of my e-mail address is a small "L" and not the number one.

I went to the library and got some obits for you this morning--Olyn only had a small one--says she was the daughter of Eugene and Betty (Black) Vick. I think they may have misprinted the surname. It also says that she is survived by her husband and two children, which can't be correct.

I got the obit for Lynford also. He's bu. here but died in the VA hospital at Chicago. Besides his wife and children he was survived by 2 brothers, Hanford and Andrew of Chicago and two sisters, Minnie and Virginia. I know Minnie, but haven't been able to reach her yet. She still lives here. Virginia was living in St. Louis at the time (1962). So maybe James C. was married twice--had the girls by another wife perhaps?

I'll keep trying to get in touch with Minnie for you.
Ann

Re: Death Record James C. Allen and Olin Vied Allen

ann_laird — 2007-04-07 18:28:55Z

Joy,
James only had the one wife---Olyn. They had five children. I still haven't found out about the orphanage yet though.
Ann

Re: Enoch Metcalf

ann_laird — 2007-04-07 18:28:55Z

It was printed in the "Metropolis Times", Aug. 6, 1876. His mother, Jane was in charge of his estate. He had a brother named Robert, sister named Malinda Fields.

I'm not related to the Metcalfs, so don't know much about them.
Ann

Re: 1855 Illinois State Census Massac County

ann_laird — 2007-04-07 18:28:55Z

The Massac Co. Genealogical Society has this book for sale. Their website is at http://www.rootsweb.com/~ilmcgs/
Click on "contact".
Ann

Re: James Demint family

ann_laird — 2007-04-07 18:28:55Z

From the Massac County land entry records I have the following: (Demint/Dement is spelled as listed in the original book).
James Dement entered 40 acres 27 Jan 1846 in T16 S15 R6 SWSW. The 1859 Tax List shows that this 40 acres belonged to Thomas Beasley.

James Dement entered Lot 9 NESE 44.03 acres 23 Oct 1848 in T16 S16 R6 and also on the same date entered Lot 16 SESE 42 acres. This was school lands. The 1859 Tax List shows this was also owned by Beasley (with other property).

James Demint entered 11 Mar 1857 in T16 S23 R6 40 Acres SW (Swamp Land/#61). In 1859 the tax list shows that Henry Brown owned the property.

The Swamp Land book shows this property to be purchased in 11 Mar 1856 (not 1857).

If I can find my index to our 1st deed book, I'll see if he is in it.
Ann

Re: BLY, OWENS, AND MCLANE African American genealogy- have bible reocords of slaves' births.

ann_laird — 2007-04-07 18:28:55Z

Stacy,
I know a couple of people related to the Bly family. Could you please send me a copy of the Bible record? I'll be glad to pay for postage, etc. if it can't be e-mailed.
Ann

Re: BLY, OWENS, AND MCLANE African American genealogy- have bible reocords of slaves' births.

ann_laird — 2007-04-07 18:28:55Z

My address is L346@MIDWEST.NET, but use the smaller case letters. The first letter is a small "L" and not the number one.
Ann

Re: Obit Lookup Request

ann_laird — 2007-04-07 18:28:55Z

We don't have newspapers here for the 1890's except for some Paducah, KY newspapers. It's extremely doubtful that Andrew's obit would be printed in one of those since he came from the Joppa area, but they are on microfilm at the Metropolis Library should you wish to look.

If you're looking for his relatives at the time of his death, you might want to order his probate file from the Massac Co. Circuit Clerk's office. His estate was probated in Feb. of 1896 (meaning he died in 1895). His date of death was added to one of the census books as Dec. 1896, but this is incorrect and causes confusion.
Ann

Re: Obit Lookup Request

ann_laird — 2007-04-07 18:28:55Z

His death record doesn't give his parents names, however his third marriage to Sarah Robbins Laird has J.H. Carson as his father, and his mother's maiden name as Brown (no first name given). He and Sarah were married 12 Aug. 1883 in Massac Co. His birthplace is listed as Henry Co., TN; age 62, farmer, 3rd marriage.

Hope his helps,
Ann

Re: Pryor

ann_laird — 2007-04-07 18:28:55Z

Linda,
Do you have the obit for Wm. Pryor? If not, our library has those newspapers. That might give the year he was constable. Also, the County Clerk's office has some of the older Constable Bonds. Not sure about the 1930's and 40's though. If you can narrow down the date, then maybe the bond could be found.
Ann

Re: Pryor

ann_laird — 2007-04-07 18:28:55Z

If you call the library Mon-Fri, ask for Brenda. She's there 10-4 Central time. On weekends ask for Marilyn. I'm sure either of them would be happy to send it to you.

If you don't have any luck, then e-mail me.
Ann

Re: Clendenon/Clendennon family

ann_laird — 2007-04-07 18:28:55Z

Re: Information on George S. Edwards, b.est 1825

ann_laird — 2007-04-07 18:28:55Z

George S. Edwards who enlisted in Massac Co. served in Co A, Co H of the 131st IL Inf. Took the measles at Camp Massac shortly after enlisting. When the 131st consolidated with the 29th IL Inf, George was transferred to Co E of the 29th.

He was honorable discharged from the hospital at Memphis, TN, according to his widow and fellow comrades, but it was listed a deserter because of paperwork error (or something)

Widow's pension application--Soldier died Jan 12, 1899. He was md. 2nd to Ellen Barnes on Mar 3, 1878 at Charleston, MO. Wife by former mg. was Elizabeth (Barnes) Edwards who died in Oct 1877. George died at Anniston, Mississippi Co., MO. caused by bronchitis and debility. Was sick for 2-3 months prior to death. "Coffin was put in wagon. It was taken to Pultight Ridge and buried."

Children by 2nd wife were Nancy Evie b. Oct 20, 1885; Thomas Edward b. Mar 15, 1888; Minty Queen b. Apr 10, 1891; Bruce Bogan b. Dec 8, 1895; Paul Bryant b. Feb. 11, 1899.

Wives were not related, although they had the same maiden name.

In 1900 Ellen Edwards, widow, was living in East Prairie, MO. By 1916, Ellen was married to Wm. McRoney of Cardwell, Missouri. One of Geo.'s daughters is listed as Mrs. G.L. Poplin of Caruthersville, MO.

Hope this helps!! I'm not related to the family though.
Ann

Morningstar Marriage

jhc37 — 2006-08-07 16:25:18Z

I have a record showing E. Morningstar and Katie Buirks were married (abt. 1855) in Metropolis, Massac County, Illinois. I would appreciate it if anyone could confirm this record. This couple were my wife's gg-grandparents.

Court Records

ColleenLill76 — 2006-07-15 16:58:04Z

Can anyone please tell me if there are court records from about 1884 available, granting guardianship? I want to find a record of guardianship granted to John Staten for 2 Wheeler children.

Thank you.

Elizabeth A Woodward Wilcox Turner

cgzenk — 2006-09-05 23:28:10Z

I need date of death for Elizabeth Turner. She was born 5 Mar 1837 in Ohio. Father is James W Woodward, mother is Mary Jane Woodward. Elizabeth married David Perry Wilcox 7 Jan 1858. David died 9 Mar 1867, leaving his widow and 4 children. Elizabeth then married Charles M Turner 21 Oct 1868. Charles was a Justice of the Peace in Massac Co at the time. He died approx 1890. Any other info re: Elizabeth would be most welcome. Thanks.

Marriage of grandparents

attebaby — 2006-08-26 20:28:28Z

I am looking for the marriage date of my grandparents, Henry Bertus or Bert Humphrey married Cora Lee Anderson between the years 1910 and 1916. They are from Ballard Co. KY, but I think they might have come to Massac Co. IL to get married. Any help on this would be appreciated

Clendenon/Clendennon family

SHARON BRYANT — 2006-07-24 02:57:19Z

Hello,

I'm looking for marriage records and possible cemetery records for the following family.

David A. Clenden(n)on m Harriett A. King in Pope Co. in 1866. By 1870 they were in Metropolis, Massac Co.

They were still there in 1900. Harriett said she had had 7 children but only 4 were living. Deceased children were possibly William, Otto, and Samuel who all appeared on the 1870 census but who were not enumerated in the 1880 census.

I am looking specifically for cemetery information for these three boys and their father, David A. who died between 1900 and 1910.

Also looking for marriage record of a Margaret Clendenon between 1880 and 1900 and a James Clendenon to a Cassie unk between 1900 and 1910.

Whatever help you can give me will be greatly appreciated.

Thank you in advance,

Sharon Bryant

Carl and Gladys Day

garyrolph — 2006-10-16 01:55:35Z

Gladys May (Mowery) Poole Murray Day, wife of Carl Day, died 22 August 1989 in Metropolis, Illinois. She was born 25 Jan 1908 in Union County, Illinois. I am looking for an obituary on her,and also the death date for her husband, Carl Day. Thank you very much.

Re: Elizabeth A Woodward Wilcox Turner

trumbo2 — 2006-10-19 14:55:39Z

I don't have Elizabeth's death date but I do have some information on the Turner's if that will help. I am related to Charles M. Turner's daughters Elizabeth and Sarah. They both married Trumbo's.

Donald Trumbo

Re: Sara Elizabeth Copeland

trumbo2 — 2006-10-19 14:39:29Z

I to have Copeland ancestors. The infomation you provided was very useful for me. For years I have been trying to sort out confusion in my family which has ties to both Copelands and Criders. Copelands and Criders tie together several different times. Thank you for your posting.

Donald Trumbo

Death lookups BURRIS

trumbo2 — 2006-11-27 20:58:21Z

I am trying to locate death information (dates and places) on the following people:

Henry H. Burris b. 1841 in Pope Co, Arkansas. Last known residence Massac County, 1900.

Elizra C. (Barnes) Burris. b. 1842 Hardin Co, TN. died probably bef. 1897. This was Henry's firtst wife.

Maria (Hostman) Meyer Burris. b. 1847 Germany. (Henry's 2nd wife.)

Any help you can offer would be greatly appreciated.

Don
trumbodr@yahoo.com

Re: Still looking for what happened to my ggggrandparents

trumbo2 — 2007-01-22 16:53:46Z

Karen,
Those people are my relatives. I would like to know what you find on the pages. The Copelands cross paths with my family several times. It has been a mess trying to sort out. I will follow up with an Email.

Thank you,
Donald

Trail of Tears - McCrory

Matuschak — 2005-12-16 02:32:45Z

Is there any way to discover if an Indian child was adopted by a white family during the Trial of Tears? around the 1830's?

Re: Trail of Tears - McCrory

Matuschak — 2005-12-16 02:32:45Z

I would love further information from your cousin. Please have her contact me at pmatus@neo.rr.com or call me during working hours EST 1-800-321-9647 x 6590.

HOLT

karenweir52 — 2006-06-07 16:13:36Z

LOOKING FOR INFO ON JANE D HOLT, WHO MARRIED ELBERT P.B. WEIR, SHE WAS BORN IN 1824 AND IS APPARENTLY BURIE DIN MT VERNON MO........
HER PARENTS WERE FROM ILLINOIS AND SHE WAS BORN THERE, PARENTS WERE JOHN AND ZILLAH KELLY.

Obit Lookup Request

Asford59 — 2006-02-25 19:30:48Z

I am trying to locate the newspaper obituary for Andrew S. Carson, a Massac County farmer, who died Dec. 21, 1896. Can someone suggest where I might request a lookup? He and his family lived in the Joppa area.

Obituary lookup needed from 1946-Baker

LawsonHouse — 2005-10-19 00:08:05Z

Am looking for a kind soul who might be able to do an obituary lookup in Metropolis.

Hugh Baker, died 2-8-1946 in Metropolis. Thanks to anyone who can help.

trying to find

sudtor — 2006-07-05 17:10:08Z

i am trying to find my uncle simpson branagh who went to illinois in the 1920/30 once i find him i can start to fit the puzzle together. his wife was called elsie born in scotland around 1905 simpson was born in n.ireland 1898 many thanks for any help anyone can offer

Re: branagh

sudtor — 2006-12-18 14:31:18Z

Dear Cindy, How kind and prompt of you to take so much trouble to find the information i was seeking. Thank you so much for all your help.I have since found out that my uncle Simpson had been sending money back to Belfast to support the Branagh mission. I had never met him but he does sound like a true gentleman. Many many thanks again
Best wishes for a happy christmas and New year
Norma x

branagh

sudtor — 2006-12-10 13:46:26Z

I am looking for some info on a Simpson Branagh. He left Belfast about 1929. His wife i think was called Elsie. I am not sure if Simpson's Birth name was Hugh Sampson any help i would be grateful
best wishes

John Wilder m. Martha Jane Reaves, Massac Co, 18 Dec 1845

KenMillion4711 — 2006-11-25 14:20:10Z

cyberdriveillinois.com has the 18 Dec 1845 marriage of John Wilder & Martha Jane Reaves, but I cannot located either person in any Census, 1840 - 1900.

Trying to determine the Wilder connection for John Wilder, but there is no Wilder or Reaves family in Massac co. for either the 1840, 1850 or 1860 Census, and not another Wilder married in Massac Co until 1862.

Any leads appreciated.

Alfred & Mary Jane (Kirkpatrick) Slater, Metropolis, 1870s

KenMillion4711 — 2006-07-04 20:00:38Z

Looking for descendants of Alfred & Mary Jane SLATER. Alfred d.1879, his widow is the Mary J. Slater in Metropolis for the 1880 Census. Known children:
Augusta Florence, m.Charles Mann Willard 10 Oct 1867
Clarence Alfred, m.Alice Hilliard
Norma Eugenia, m.Herschel Vernon Shepard 14 Sep 1866
Edith, m.George W. Pillow, 13 Dec 1871, Massac Co
Earl K., m.Minta Roland, 31 Jul 1892, Massac Co
Martha Lelia, m.Nathan Shick, 10 Oct 1867
Grace, m.Hiram C. Fisher, 30 Jun 1886, Massac Co
Dora, m.Mr Roberts (poss the William H. Roberts in Metropolis, with wife Dora J. for the 1880 Census)
Fred, b.1872, died young when thrown from a horse.

My relationship is through the Slaters - Alfred was younger brother of my g-g-grandmother Olive T. (Slater) Clark.

Need mother's name from death certificate of PENDELL, ENGLISH, Massac Co.

DeeCross — 2007-01-28 16:16:25Z

I need the name of the mother named on the death certificates of;

Susanah Pendell, born 27 March, 1811 Lincoln,NC
Died 30 January, 1878 Massac County, IL
Spouse: John Pendell, died 1854 Massac County, IL

Elizabeth English, born 1814 Lincoln,NC
Died 1896, Massac County, IL
Spouse: Jonathan English, died 1891 Massac County,IL

Any help greatly appreciated.

Dee

Re: samuel griffin, fireman or firechief

Debala715 — 2005-10-17 02:49:49Z

Chicago is in Cook County, Illinois. This is the wrong message board. I would suggest that you post your query to the Cook County message board.

Need help in finding family/children of Frank Steigart

d57p50134 — 2005-12-09 04:07:31Z

I am looking for the family of Frank Steigart. He was my great Uncle. He was the thrid child to Charles Steigart and Rose ( Burzlaff ). Born on 12 December 1906 Chicago, Illinois, Cook County and died, as far as I know January 1961. I only know his wife's first name was Bernice, but do not know her maiden name. Any help in any of their children. Any help in this most appreicated.He is said to have married late in life.

Donna
d57p50@sbcglobal.net

Grogans, Eric Richmond & his brother William Stewart Grogans

louisearmstrong98 — 2006-07-13 11:18:52Z

Eric Richmons Grogans born in Glasgow 1940, emigrated to Chicago, married in US and had 4 sons. Later his older brother William Stewart Grogans, married Margaret Mary Mann nad joined Eric in US. If anyone knows where abouts please contact, we are trying to piece the Grogans family tree together. Any info would be greatfully received. i hav efound Eric nad William in White pages, if anyone could look up their addresses and phone numbers that would be great

BLY, OWENS, AND MCLANE African American genealogy- have bible reocords of slaves' births.

ssmims63 — 2006-01-27 19:54:31Z

I have family bible records on slaves that were owned by my ancestors. I am trying to get this information out to the different families that are included. I have researched the slaves names, and have learned this:
Mother: (1820) Matilda Dulaney McClane Relsaw lives to her eighties.
Children: (1854) Nancy marries Taylor Bly - they have several children: Molly, John, Manuel, Charles, and Elijah.
(1855) Elijah dies young
(1857) Lennord
(1860) Clara marries John Owens - they have several children: Slifore?, James, Arthur, Elmer, and Allie who marries an unknown Upchurch and has a daughter named Birdie Upchurch.
I will gladly send copies of everything to anyone interested. Thank you, Stacy

Draft registration

borderbelle — 2007-01-14 17:20:54Z

Can anyone assist with World War I draft registrations? Looking for my Grandfather Hiram Smith,b: 11/1896 and drafted 1917,we believe, from Masaac Co,Il. He had been living with his Aunt Nancy Snider/Snyder around Karnack. Any information is greatly appreciated.

Re: Draft registration

borderbelle — 2007-01-15 01:26:40Z

Thank you very much for the information. Now I also know where he was born !!!!

Thomas Maxian Smith

borderbelle — 2006-11-26 23:22:34Z

Thomas Maxian Smith was my great grandfather. His wife was Emaline/Emeline Wilshire. Both born 1861, we believe and married 1880. Daughter Susan/Susie was also born 1880. In the 1890's they had Jesse,Hiram b 1896,Cassie & unkn. We don't know what happened to Jesse, Cassie & Hiram (my grandfather) we know most of what happened. Susie ended up in Pope Co & I have started researching her. Grandpa told my dad that his parents died early 1900's because when he was 14 he was sent to live with his aunt Nancy Snider in Mt Vernon. He never said any further. So far I am unable to find death records for Thomas,Emaline,Jesse. Any assistance would be appreciated.

Coulter and Whiteside

jockmiffitt1 — 2007-02-28 02:18:10Z

I'm searching for a Thomas Coulter marriage to M?,E?,White- side.Thomas Coulter was born in 1820.An on Feb. 19,1869 John Boyd married Mary Ann Coulter born 1848,dau of Thomas Coulter and M?, E?, Whiteside.This is all the information I have on them.M/, E?, Whiteside was a dau. of an marriage
to a Whiteside and Hamilton.
my granmother said that we were related to Alexander Hamilton. I'm searching for that proof.I'd appreciate any and all help on this quest.

Albert

Re: Maiden Name Bledsoe

ricketts123 — 2006-02-17 01:29:37Z

Hi,

My grandmother's maiden name was Martha Bledsoe and grew up in Cairo Illinois. She also had a son named Robert, who she had to give up when she married my grandfather.

I have a hunch that she is the same Martha Bledsoe that you are looking for. Please email me at flyingglasses@cox.net so we can verify.

--April

Looking for a marriage date please

TheresaRGriffiths — 2006-03-07 01:33:42Z

I would like help in finding a marriage between Thomas Bently PUGH and Amanda "Mandy" NOLES.
The marriage is thought to of been in 1887.

Thank You,

Theresa theresagriffiths@iwon.com

lottie bardoel

sandifreyermuth51 — 2007-02-02 18:56:27Z

Hello cousin, this is Sandi belzer-freyermuth I haven;t heard from you in a while I am still looking for clues on the belzer family. I would like to find out the history of our family like Greatgrandma glaphia heaston-belzer and her mother and father heaston ? And Edward Willis Belzer on what he did for a living and if he ever did retire from was he did for a living ?And also could you email me on the yahoo websit please if you have any info. Well here is my websit It's sfreyermuthyahoo.com please let me know anything about the family lottie.!!!!! your cousin from carol strem Illinois GO BEARS!!!!

Shawnee town, Illinois newspaper c. 1850s

myravachon — 2006-05-01 02:55:16Z

I have a clipping from a Shawnee town, Illinois newspaper dated 1857. Because there might be other articles about my ancestors, I would like to find microfilm or transcriptions of this early Illinois newspaper.

Thanks.

Thomas Stafford and Mary (Stafford) Harris

GlennStafford42 — 2005-10-15 05:47:16Z

I am loking for information on Thomas Stafford who lived in Massac County 1853 until his death (?).
Also for his Daughter Mary (Stafford) Harris who was married to John Harris and lived in Massac County from 1862 until her death (?). I would be happy to know they death day, year.

James Curtis Pendergrass

mary78biondillo — 2006-01-28 02:54:49Z

searching for birth record, any informtion, he was married to Rhoda Kimbro 8/30/1891, Massac Co.., IL.

Joseph Pendergrass

mary78biondillo — 2006-01-28 02:54:49Z

searching for any informtion on Joseph, married to Sarah A. Capp 7/27/1865 Massac Co. ,IL.

McCormick Cemetery

JBUGG19522 — 2006-11-18 07:43:10Z

Can anyone tell me where in or around Brookport is the McCormick Cemetery ? I'm researching the Collins and Elrod family. I found them in the 1860 Pellona, Massc County census.

Nancy Holt Washington Pct.1880 Massac CO.

ramona2362 — 2006-02-21 23:35:02Z

Nancy 44 wd. TN NC NC
Joshua 20
Laura B.16
John B.13
Emma 10
Wm. 8
I would like to know the maiden name of Nancy, or if any records exist to any children. Happy to exchange information.
ramona2362@hotmail.com

Re: Larrison's in Metropolis, IL

Karen_8085 — 2007-01-21 18:40:56Z

In the book "Some Copeland and Little Families" page 146 it says that Ada Larrison is a daughter of Fred and Kate Larrison. Ada Larrison was b Oct 18, 1910 in Massac Co., IL and d. March 16, 1995 in Metropolis, IL. She married (1)Ray Martin Little in Massac Co., IL (2) 1949 Frank C. Altenberger (they had no children). She (Ada) was a member of the Karnak Pentecostal Church. Ray and Ada were both buried at the Lower Salem Cemetery, Massac Co., IL. Ray and Ada had 3 children: Dorris Marie Little, Luella Rose Little, and Rita Rae Little.
Pg. 219 states that Frank C. Altenberger and wife (2) Ada Larrison married about 1849. Frank and wife (1) Zona May Little had 5 children.
Other Larrison names mentioned in the index of this book are: Ada, Flora, Fred, Jack, Kate, Nora, and Rozetta. I hope this helps. The book mentioned above was written by A. Lucille Harney and Fairline Bigley. If you need more contact me at dkhall85@netscape.com Karen Riley Hall

Re: Still looking for what happened to my ggggrandparents

Karen_8085 — 2007-01-21 18:20:46Z

Donald,
In the book "Some Copeland and Little Familie" by A. Lucille Harney and Fairline Bigley the index listes the following Trumbo names: Ambrose, Ambrose "Ann", Cammellis, Elizabeth (Turner), Forest T, Helen, Ike, Leornard, Tressie, Viola, and Wilburn. I don't know if any of those listed are a relation to you but I can look up those pages with the above names since I own the book. Just let me know. My email address is dkhall85@netscape.com Please put Massac County, Il in the subject line. Karen Riley Hall

Re: looking for birth father

tracykyle — 2006-11-15 14:49:10Z

I hope this isn't your dad but the birth dates are close.

JAMES J JOYCE
SSN 353-12-2579
Residence: 60618 Chicago, Cook, IL
Born 3 Jun 1923
Died 31 Mar 1993

Elmhurst Illinois

sueuk — 2006-02-03 21:43:46Z

Could you please tell me which board would cover Elmhurst, Illinois please?

Many Thanks

Sue

Elijah Harris b. 1787 Virginia., - son Abijah Harris

DonMartinThomas — 2006-07-18 23:40:37Z

Seeking information on Elijah Harris b. 1787 in Virginia., and is listed in the Massac County, Illinois 1860 census with his son Abijah, spelled "Bijah." Abijah Harris was married to Lucinda (May) Harris. Does anyone know where Elijah Harris is burried, or if he went to Missouri?

HARRIS-COOPER

DonMartinThomas — 2006-10-21 15:41:59Z

samuel griffin

griffinrussell — 2005-10-13 03:18:13Z

looking for samuel griffin born 1851 in england. was suppose to work for chicago fire department late 1880's. I was told he was a firechief. his father's name was philip griffin. thanks for any help you can give.

samuel griffin, fireman or firechief

griffinrussell — 2005-10-17 02:38:54Z

Can anyone tell me if there is a way of checking out the Fire department records of those who worked there in the past. My uncle Samuel griffin I was told was a fireman or firechief for chicago. Samuel was born around 1851 in England and I believe he came to the United States in 1876. That would make him a fireman in the late 1880's or 1890's or later. i would appreciate any help I could receive. my email is (needlotsofluck@i2k.net)

Re: Draft registration

dneemeister — 2007-01-14 22:49:12Z

Registration Card No. 35
Hiram Smith . . . . . . . Age 21
Home address . . . . Grand Chain, IL
Date of Birth . . . . . . .November 21, 1895
Natural Born
Where Born . . . .Round Knob, IL
Present occupation . . . . . .Farming
Self employed
Where . . . . . . . . . . . .Massac Co, IL
Those solely dependent on you . . . . . None
Height . . Medium
eyes . . . Blue
Hair . . . .Light

Re: Draft registration

dneemeister — 2007-01-14 22:32:59Z

World War I Draft Registration Cards, 1917-1918
about Hiram Smith
Name: Hiram Smith
City: Not Stated
County: Massac
State: Illinois
Birthplace: Illinois;United States of America
Birth Date: 21 Nov 1895
Race: Caucasian (White)
Roll: 1614405
DraftBoard: 0
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View Record Hiram Smith 21 Nov 1895 Caucasian (White) Illinois;United States of America Not Stated, Massac, IL
View Record Ralph Hiram Smith 20 Mar 1898 White Not Stated, Fulton, IL
View Record Hiram Smith 7 Sep 1899 White Not Stated, White, IL
View Record William Hiram Smith JR. 31 May 1891 Caucasian (White) Illinois;United States of America Chicago, Cook, IL
View Record Hiram Ypsilanti Smith 24 Apr 1886 White Chicago, Cook, IL
View Record Hiram C Smith 2 Aug 1894 Caucasian (White) Illinois;United States of America Not Stated, Walworth, WI
View Record Hiram Smith 17 Apr 1890 Caucasian (White) Illinois;United States of America Not Stated, St Charles, MO
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Shelton Family

kathycross143 — 2006-11-01 21:48:07Z

I am trying to locate members of the Shelton Family in Metropolis and/or Brookport, Illinois. Courtney and Sophie Shelton lived in Metropolis and had a son names George who we belive moved to Brookport. I know they are all deceased but have not been able to confirm. I am looking for an obit for George to get names of his family. George was my father's cousin and we would like to connect with his any relatives who may have old family photos.

Metropolis obit from 1980

joanvan_1 — 2007-02-04 02:01:33Z

I would like an obituary for Edward Rector whose last residence was in Metropolis and he died on 16 October 1980 in St. Louis. I will gladly pay you for this. Thanks.

Re: Metropolis obit from 1980

joanvan_1 — 2007-02-20 21:44:12Z

Thank you so very much for finding the obit.
My email address is joanvan@charter.net

Thanks, again.

Re: Jasper Charles Helmantoler, Eli Helmantoler

PatThurman33 — 2006-09-10 17:11:40Z

DO YO HAVE ANY INFORMATION ON ELIJAH HELMANTOLER'S PARENT. WILLIAM HELMANTOLER, THE SON OF ELIJAH HELMANTOLER WAS MY GREAT GRANDFATHER. WILLIAM HELMANTOLER, SON ALBERT BY DORA HARD (HOWARD) WAS MY GRANDFATHER. WILLIAM DIVORCED DORA AFTER A BRIEF MARRIAGE. DID WILLIAM REMARRY? I KNOW ELI WAS BORN IN THE INDIAN TERRITORY.

Cemetery Look-Up

Junk3497 — 2007-02-21 20:29:23Z

I am working on family history and found some interesting information on your website about cemeteries. The name of the cemetery is Snider and your information page says it can be found in Book 2.
I have an obit of my greatgrandmothers (Mrs. Ida (Wheeler) Snyder) November 2, 1918 found in the Paducah Newspaper stating that after she died in Trumann Ark. was shipped to her sisters in Paducah KY. for the funeral and then shipped to Unionville ILL. for burial.
I am wondering if Snider Cemetery is in Unionville and if anyone has any names that might be in it or know of cemeteries in Unionville I might check.
Thank-you
Elizabeth Myers

Re: Frazee Family Massac County IL.

patriciastewart222 — 2007-01-12 16:17:49Z

My personal email is PAStew@cox.net,and I would love to hear from you.I have been searching for information on my grandmother,Audrey Fisher Strantz Lane,and I am hoping that you can help me.Sincerely,Patricia (Strantz) Stewart

Re: Frazee Family Massac County IL.

patriciastewart222 — 2007-01-09 21:07:10Z

My name is Patty Stewart and Audrey Fisher is my grandmother.I would very much love to hear from you and find out if my grandmother still lives.

Re: Information on George S. Edwards, b.est 1825

KathleenLeveroni — 2006-11-24 21:04:33Z

Thanks for your reply to my question on George S. Edwards. I think, however, I may have the wrong George S. and Ellen. The Ray County Mo. 1883 Pensioners from the civil war lists Ellender J. Edwards in Hardin, Ray Co., Missouri as a widow. The other George is still living until 1899. Thanks for your help.

Information on George S. Edwards, b.est 1825

KathleenLeveroni — 2006-11-21 02:24:25Z

I have found evidence that my grgrgrandfather, George S. Edwards enlisted in Massac County in the Civil War on Nov 13, 1862. He is listed as deserted on Oct 29, 1864. He was born in Kentucky by all the information available to me and I know that he is in the 1850 census with his wife and children in Ray Co., Missouri. Is there a way to find if he lived there with his family? Perhaps he married Ellender Jane there. I will appreciate any information or suggestions available.

Kathleen Edwards Leveroni

Cemetery Look Up

stephengunn46 — 2007-02-05 19:29:59Z

Several years ago I wrote to your society and asked help on finding a cemetery. At that time you told me it was on the Lafarge property. I'm wondering if anyone was been able to gain access? I now know there are several of my relatives buried in this cemetery. I just accessed more death records from St. Louis and the following are buried somewhere in Massac Co.

Milton Jones and wife Emily Jones
Sarah Jones Kirk and husband Thomas Kirk
Otis E. Schlosser and wife Virginia or Virgie Jones Schlosser. It is possible that Richard Jones and wife Ona Clayton and William Jones and wife may also be buried there.

Any help would be greatly appreciated.

Steve Gunn

Alfred Morris

sgeberhart — 2007-02-27 20:03:39Z

Looking for any information on Alfred Morris, who died around 1895. Married to Martha Lavina Campbell. He was my great grandfather.. My grandfather was William Harrison Morris.. Where Alfred died, is buried, etc.

Chick Street

dbourgault1 — 2006-12-21 02:12:25Z

Does anyone know the origins of the name of Chick Street in Metropolis, IL?
I have connections to Chicks in Rockford , and I wonder if there is any connection.

Diane B.

joseph &nancy shelden- shelton of Massac and pulaski counties

1lordjc — 2006-08-26 21:21:24Z

looking for any decendants of Joseph and nancy (mcgee) Shelton or shelden children named henry,william ,sarah,verona or anna belle, thomas jefferson (herbert), joshua a.,samuel j.t., albert , several other unnamed. joseph born in ohio 1829 and nancy born in Mississippi 1838.

Re: joseph &nancy shelden- shelton of Massac and pulaski counties

1lordjc — 2006-08-26 21:21:24Z

Hi Linda,
I am glad to hear from you. Joseph and Nancy are
my ggreatparents. What I do know has come from a lot
of work with little rewards. Their son Thomas
Jefferson (herbert or bert) Shelton is my connection
to the family. I have all of the census information
and Wedding license info on Belle their daughter who
married a Francis in Massac. I know that their name
is spelled Shelton Sheldon and Shelden. I have had
contact with a SandraHughes who is researching Samuel
J.T. Shelden who lived in Missouri. She never
contacted me but once and I guess she wasn't in need
of what little info I had. I have found Albert living
in Massac on some of the census but no luck on any of
the others. I would like to know about Nancy and
Joseph's parentage I would be delighted to send what I
have is you are interested. I would be absolutely
delighted to receive any info or links that you might
have
Thank you so very much,
Gail Raley

Re: joseph &nancy shelden- shelton of Massac and pulaski counties

1lordjc — 2006-08-26 21:21:24Z

linda would you please e-mail me at e-mail address

Re: Alfred & Mary Jane (Kirkpatrick) Slater, Metropolis, 1870s

JimmyPillow — 2006-12-01 19:36:17Z

I have your abcestry for George Washington Pillow, son of Parker Brim and Elizabeth J. Brasier Pillow. Would like to add you to the Pillow tree.

Re: Metropolis obit from 1980

Honeybear4701 — 2007-02-20 21:19:36Z

I have the obit, if you will send me your e-dress. I live in Metropolis and I went to the back papers that we have on micro-film to find it.

Deena63@verizon.net

Re: Holden Gate May

Honeybear4701 — 2007-03-12 19:07:48Z

The books are still available. Norma Jean was a very close friend. I just spoke with her husband. He said he still has lots of May books. Email me for his phone number.

Deena63@verizon.net

Lane family 1870

JRStickley — 2006-12-01 03:46:09Z

Township 14 Range 3, Massac, Illinois census Lane family A.T. Lane wife Matilda. Post office Hickory Grouve. Anyone doing research contact me at CESO15@msn.com.
JoAnn

Re: Buzzard's Roost Cemetery

@@jmusgrave@onecliq.net — 2006-03-14 01:15:09Z

It's possible. I don't have any dates or census figures for the John H. Mosley I'm researching, but he would be probably at least 18 by 1830. He first shows up as a witness during a trial that's spread out from 1829 to 1831. The lawsuit started in September 1829. At one point Andrew Frazer testified as to the character of Mosley, a witness for the defendent.

Frazer: While he resided in the State of Kentukcy… his general moral character was that of a horse thief and a counterfeiter.

Question: Was he not carried out of a respectable tavern house in Princeton for being a horse thief?

Frazer: I did not see it, but I do not doubt that it happened at my brother’s tavern. [Thomas Frazer was a well-known tavern-keeper in Princeton].

[Source: W.D. Snively Jr and Louanna Furbee. 1968. Satan's Ferryman: A True Tale of the Old Frontier. New York: Frederick Ungar Publishing Co. 144.]

Note: Princeton is the county seat of Caldwell Co., Kentucky. It's during this section of the book that they refer to Mosley as then living in Hopkinsville, Kentucky.

The next time I've found Mosley is in Arkansas. He's been arrested as a ring-leader of a group of horse-thieves in Pike County, which is in the southwestern corner of the state. At the time he's a resident of neighboring Clark County. The court found him guilty and sentenced him to hang, but the governor commuted the sentence with the condition that he pay court costs and vacate the state.

See David Kelley, trans. 1996. The Hanging of Tyre O’Neal. http://www.pc.airweb.net/pcahsolr/hist01/hist0002.htm; and David Kelley, trans. 1996. Trial of John H. Mosely. http://www.pc.airweb.net/pcahsolr/hist01/hist0007.htm, for more details on those cases.

Re: branagh

cindyrichins80 — 2006-12-18 04:39:39Z

1930 Chicago Illinois
Branagh, Simpson age 32 age first married 25 born Northern Ireland, immigrated 1929 not naturalized a Chauffer for Private family
wife, Elsie 30 first married age 23 born Scotland, immigrated 1929 not naturalized

Detroit Border Crossings and Passenger and Crew Lists, 1905-1957

Elsie Clark Branagh 22 Jun 1952 1898 Port Huron, Michigan
Elsie Clark Watt Branagh 23 Dec 1929 abt 1899 Detroit, Michigan
Hugh Sampson Branagh 23 Dec 1929 abt 1897 Detroit, Michigan

I couldn't save and attach the file, so I'll list the info
this is copied from the manifest card
# is 821
Branagh Hugh Sampson, accompanied by wife Elsie C
age 32 yrs 6 1/2 mths, male, married, gardener as occupation
place of birth Belfast Ireland
Nationality=Ireland Race=Irish, can read/write shows he came with 150.00$
Last permanent address
Country is Can or Con, Town is Galt, ?Sctl
Destination is Maywood Illinois
passage paid by S
says has been in US before for short durations

Nearest Relative is
bro-in-law John Watt 1901 /2 Ave Maywood Illinois

next two boxes I can't tell what it says
height is 5'6, complexion med, hair bro, eyes blue
Nearest Relative in country whence alien came
J or Fa Elias 45 Castle Reigh (?Place) Belfast
Next box has ? I. V. # ---52,902
Place of ? says I think Hamilton
Section and subdivision of act of 1924 under which issued
cant read the word, but the #'s are 6-A-1 11/8/29

? of Landing Date of Landing
Halifax Apr 4/1925

Bottom says
US Department of Labor, Immigration Services form 548
printed beside that is via C P 21

Elsie's says
Elsie Clark Watt Branagh
she is 30 yrs and 8 mths
Place of Birth - (Hamtlay)is the same as the Hamilton for Hugh as last place of residence Scotland
She had been in country before
landed Quebec June 1927 Regina
Her C.I.V # is 52,903
Her nearest relative out of country is
Mrs. McSween or McSwern 15 Holdwgton Galt (?OAT)
she is 5'2, med complexion, blue eyes and hair is ?bro

The other card from Jun 22 1952 is typed much easier to read
Elsie place of birth is Huntley Aber Scot 4/20/98
age is 53
last permanent residence is 232 Crescent St, Elkhart Ind
says her hair is black, eyes bl, height 5'0,
she landed in Quebec Canada June 20, 1952 Ascania

Death Records in late 1840's?

TraciKirby — 2007-01-29 20:14:30Z

Sarah Rose md. a Peters in 1844 in Massac Co., IL They had two children Mattie J. in 1845 and James in 1846-47. The father and son apparently died before 1849 as Sarah marries again that year. Mattie J. shows up on the 1850 census, but not James. Where might there be deaths recorded during 1846-1849?

Pryor

itasca01 — 2006-04-02 04:15:08Z

Would like any information on the Pryor family living in Massac CO from at least 1840 till present. Of interest is William C Pryor (who died in 1968) was the constable, not sure of the year maybe the 1930's or 40's. I believe most the Pryor's in Massac Co were related. So any on leads on them will be great .
Thanks Linda

Halley/Hailey

itasca01 — 2006-04-02 03:52:11Z

Still looking for any infomation on the Haley family during the late 1800's thru the present.
Thanks Linda

Re: Death record lookup

itasca01 — 2006-01-18 03:32:17Z

I found the parents and their names and birth and death dates
Thanks. Linda

Re: Death record lookup

itasca01 — 2005-11-28 03:24:42Z

Just to let all know -- I have found the parents. Thanks Linda

Re: Benjamin Williams and Amanda Barnes Marriage

deltaroots — 2006-06-21 17:37:47Z

Thank you. I'll request a copy. Do you know if the Illinois marriage records required a bondsman? Sometimes this information can be very helpful.

Benjamin Williams and Amanda Barnes Marriage

deltaroots — 2006-06-21 16:10:31Z

Would you happen to have any information on Benjamin Williams and Amanda Barnes who married in Massac County on July 21, 1863?

Any help appreciated.

Re: James Demint family

2005-10-06 18:47:21Z

Thanks, Ann. I do appreciate it very much.

Sara Elizabeth Copeland

2005-09-30 11:59:39Z

I'm trying to help a friend find out what happened to her grandmother. Sara E Copeland married Albert Evers in Metropolis and had one daughter, Eunice M Evers (Meyer) who was born 10/7/02. Apparently, Sara disappeared sometime around 1914. She was a RN. Does anyone have any information that could help?

Enoch Metcalf

2005-09-07 03:44:51Z

I have written down in some of my research papers that in Masaac County, Illinois that someone extracted some Newspaper Obituaries and that on" 5 August 1876 Enoch Metcalf of Ash Ridge died recently".

Does anyone know what paper this may have been published in? Also, does anyone know which Enoch Metcalf this is?

Thanks in Advance

Rick Reed

Re: Looking for surname ASBELL

2005-08-26 07:16:05Z

Maybe. The only other female Asbell I'd know about is my aunt. Her first name is Deborah. I'd love to share info you have about the Asbells. I must confess, I don't have much. But you never know what might help.

Re: Death Record James C. Allen and Olin Vied Allen

2005-08-09 14:48:27Z

Hi Ann,
I received the information from you about the cemetery records. It was very helpful in that now I know their oldest son Lynford is buried there, so he must have stayed in the area until his death in 1962. If you can get in touch with someone who knew this family it would be absolutely wonderful for me.
What I know so far is that Olin (Olyn) Vied and James C. Allen left Lyon County KY and went to Metropolis around 1918. Haven't found their marriage record yet and don't know where to look. They had three boys Linford, Hanford and Andrew Lincoln. Olin died in 1926 and James died in 1929 (I have ordered copies of their death certs). On the 1930 census the boys were 10,9 and 8 and were living with their aunt Mary E. Walker (James' sister) in Metropolis, who was already 77 years old. Although she lived another 10 years I doubt that she could have raised children at that age.
Before her death, my aunt shared the family history with me. That is how I knew that Olin (who was her aunt) had gone to Metropolis with James Allen. Haven't found school records or anything else to record their whereabouts since 1930 and don't know where else to look. My aunt told me that Olin had died and her children went to an orphanage, but she didn't know any details. Have been wanting to know if there were any orphanages in the area around 1930-1940, but also would be helpful to know where the nearest orphanage would be.
I descend from the Vied line through Lettie Vied, Olin's sister. Lettie's son, Robert Eugene Gray, was my father. I was born in Phoenix, AZ and live here now, and have quite a bit of information on the Vied line.
Any help you can give me would be so much appreciated. And, if you do know someone who knew the family it would be great to connect with them. Thank you.
Joy Z

Re: Death Record James C. Allen and Olin Vied Allen

2005-08-08 21:36:58Z

Thank you Thank you Thank you. I am so thrilled to know the cemetery record for her. Do you happen to know where I might look at the cemetery records. Haven't been able to find her children (Linford, Hanford, and Andrew Lincoln Allen) and other relatives. Are there any cemetery records online yet? I appreciate your help so much.

Death Record James C. Allen and Olin Vied Allen

2005-08-07 17:42:53Z

Can anyone look at the cemetery and/or death records in Metropolis, Masaac County, IL for the death dates of James C. Allen and wife Olin Vied Allen. The dates would be from 1920 to 1930. Any information will be much appreciated.

ALLEN/VIED/WALKER ORPHANAGE?

2005-08-07 17:38:09Z

Wondering about three boys that may have gone to orphanage from Metropolis, Massac County, IL. Parents were James C.ALLEN and Olin VIED Allen (originally from Lyon Co., KY living in Metropolis, IL). 1930 census shows boys lived with aging Aunt Mary WALKER in Metropolis (parents deceased?).
-Linford F. b. 1919
-Hanford b. 1920
-Andrew Lincoln b. 1921
Olin Vied Allen was sister to my paternal grandmother.

Re: Orphanage?

2005-08-07 17:34:50Z

Re: David G Rossie Cook, Ill

2005-08-07 14:55:20Z

From the Social Security Death Index,
David G Rossie was born 07 Aug 1948 and died 08 Sep 2000 (V). Last residence was 60804 (Cicero, Cook, IL)

You can access the SSDI at http://ssdi.genealogy.rootsweb.com/cgi-bin/ssdi.cgi

Re: SHORT - WARINER Guardianship Records

2005-08-06 14:41:40Z

I have not found out anyting as of yet. I plan to get a letter in the mail today, to the Massac County Courthouse. On the Massac Web Page. Mentions the years that they have Guardianship papers, and also gives address. Well, see if the courthouse will response.

Re: SHORT - WARINER Guardianship Records

2005-08-06 13:17:35Z

Hi, Sorry I don't know anything about your ancestors. But, I was hoping to find out something about guardianship or orphanages during the period 1900-1920 or later, used by people in the Metropolis area. Have you come across anything? I am looking for children of Olin Vied Duncan Allen who lived in the area when she died, with children. Thank you.

Looking for surname ASBELL

2005-08-02 22:45:43Z

OK, I'm so new at this. On the website it said that there are more information about genealogy research in libraries than in websites. Does anyone know any titles of books to look in? I've tried searching in the online card catalogue for my local library about genealogy research but haven't had much luck. Am I entering the wrong thing? I just type "genealogy research" and search by subject. Am I doing something wrong? My given last name is Asbell, and I was told that the name used to be McAsbell, and it's from Scotland. That info was a little fuzzy though. If you can, HELP! Please and thank you. :)

FAMILY TREE

2005-07-13 15:05:50Z

IM LOOKING FOR INFO ON GRANDPARENTS ON THE JACKSON SIDE AND ON THE TOMLIN SIDE AND THE RANDOLPH SIDE any info or pictures would . THANKS BONNIE WALLIS

Re: Looking for relatives =Reed

2005-07-11 23:39:18Z

why are u looking for the Reed? call me or e-mail me asap?

birth mother louise benton& family?

2005-07-11 23:37:22Z

need to find birth mother louise benton&family that are still alive&well.call me or e-mail me asap.thank you.

Re: Looking for relatives =Reed

2005-07-01 01:17:14Z

I am looking for the Robert Reed family of Pulaski County, Karnak Village. In the 1930's census there was a grandson by the name of Robert Evers. I am trying to find info on who was his parents. I am also looking for info on Ollie Hurley Beggs who was married to Owen Beggs. Ollie died I believe sometime during the 1920's. I am trying to find out what year exactly and if her baby daughter died at the same time and what they died from.

George Wheelock Woodward

2005-05-27 06:28:41Z

I'm looking for descendents of George Wheelock Woodward. He was a grandson one of the co=founder of Dartmouth, graduated from Dartmouth and Harvard, and was a minister in Galesville immediately before and after the Civil War. He died in Chicago in the 1870's. He married Ellen Eunice Langdon and had five children. The only child I've been able to trace is my grandmother, Olivia Langdon Woodward Chamberlain.

Re: Jasper Charles Helmantoler, Eli Helmantoler

2005-03-30 02:27:35Z

Dear Coleen,

Thank you for responding to my message at ancestry.com. Its nice to find a distant cousin! Do you have any information on Eli's parents? My brother and I have been trying to prove he is the son of Jacob Helmantoler and Margaret ? We think Jacob's father is John Jacob Helmantel, whose father is Michael, who we think is a son of Johann Andoni Hellenthal - but so far have not found any real proof. Do you have anything???

Willis Gurley's father was Willis Sr, son of Isham Gurley and Sarah Gaddy. Is that your line? I think they were in Johnson Co. NC.

Please email me at lhgreene1@earthlink.net

Lynn Greene

Re: Alfred & Mary Jane (Kirkpatrick) Slater, Metropolis, 1870s

2005-03-29 14:36:58Z

Would like to know the parents of Mary Jane Kirkpatrick if possible. My ggrandmother was Rebecca Ann Kirkpatrick.

Re: Jasper Charles Helmantoler, Eli Helmantoler

2005-03-24 22:55:52Z

Lynn,

I am kin to Mary Oliver Helmantoler and to her son, Jasper Helmantoler's, first wife, Mary Oliver.

It gets a little confusing. Eli Helmantoler married Mary Oliver in Hickman Co KY. Mary was the daughter of Shadrack Oliver,Sr and Sarah Vaughan Oliver. Shadrack, Sr and Sarah had five children: William Oliver who migrated to Marshall Co KY; Leander who stayed in Hickman/Fulton Co; Mary who married Eli Helmantoler and migrated to Massac Co; Shadrack Oliver, Jr who migrated to Massac Co; and Joseph Oliver who stayed in Fulton Co until he became of age and then he sold the land he had inherited and followed his mother Sarah Oliver, his sister Mary Helmantoler, and his brother Shadrack Jr. to Massac Co.

Old Shadrack died in 1846 in Fulton Co KY, after which the migrations began. Shadrack Jr married Sarah "Sally" Morse/Moss daughter of Pennington Morse/Moss and Frances Guess Morse/Moss in Massac Co. Joseph married Nancy Robbins, daughter of Absolem Robbins, in Massac Co.

Shadrack Oliver Jr. and Sally had 6 children: William, Mary, Shadrack, Paralee, John E. and Sarah Francis. Paralee is my ancestor and Mary, her sister, married your great grandfather, Jasper C. Helmantoler. Jasper and Mary were first cousins. Jasper's mother, Mary, and his first wife, Mary, 's father, Shad, Jr were brother and sister.

Mary died and he married Laura Gurley.

The Oliver family can be traced back to Alexander Oliver and Elizabeth Crawford in Chowan Co NC in the early 1700's. Ruth Ann Hunt and I have a lot of material for this family.

I also descend from Stephen Gurley in North Carolina. His descendants came into Union Co in the 1830s. Willis, Laura's father, probably descends from this line of Gurleys.

Colleen Norman

A free Illinois directory of research collections for download

2005-01-27 22:28:22Z

I suggest researchers download this free Illinois directory of research resources which can easily be applied to genealogy. It has a cross-referenced town name index as well as hyperlinked versions which can be used as the basis for a simple customizable database.

http://www.isgs.uiuc.edu/esa/esa8.htm

Re: George Washington Peck 1819-1862 Massac County IL

2005-01-27 18:14:33Z

Thank you, Ann. No, I didn't know Captain Peck was in the Mexican War. Thanks for sharing that. I was actually looking for his sons, in the Civil War, and was surprised to find him...at age 41. It's too bad there are few photos from this time. It's nice to see what the family looked like. Can I ask about your interest in Captain Peck's military service...are you a family member?

Thanks for any information your friend can share.

Jackie

Re: George Washington Peck 1819-1862 Massac County IL

2005-01-25 01:54:06Z

Ann:
Thank you for your help. Captain Peck is as far back as I have the Peck line, and I was hoping to find information on his parents. Documents say he was born in VA, and I think I found him working on the Louis Peck farm in Vanderberg County, Indiana in 1850. No one in the family knew they had a civil war ancestor (albeit they are disappointed he wore a blue coat!), and I'm wondering if other descendents may have more information or photos. I would be happy to correspond with other researchers via snail mail, if there was a way to get in touch.
Jackie

Re: George Washington Peck 1819-1862 Massac County IL

2005-01-23 23:03:06Z

Death Certs are tricky as by law, they are filed in the state the person died, regardless of where they lived. So, as an example, if you are on a vaction and you died while at the Grand Canyon and you live in NY, guess where your death certificate is - not NY!

Also, the state of IL did not keep state records of death certifates until 1916. Before that time, you would have to check the county where the death occured.

In Massac County, being it in so close (across the river from KY) you may also try there - KY.

Each state began keeping records as dictated by that states statues, meaning all states are different. Church records are a pretty good source.

George Washington Peck 1819-1862 Massac County IL

2005-01-23 21:05:52Z

I am searching for other descendents of George Washington Peck and Martha Jane Perrin. They had 6 children before George died in TN, during the Civil War. Would his death cert be in Massac County, or TN? Martha remarried Hamilton Mitchell, and had a son, Charles Mitchell.

Re: looking for info about relatives

2005-01-09 19:25:17Z

i dont know where my family is from..thats why i was posting here so i can figure out where to start at. as i said in my last post im going to the latter day saints as soon as possible. thank you for the information.

looking for info about relatives

2005-01-09 18:06:14Z

i know it wont tell me about med history..but i want to see pictures to see if anyone has a cleft lip. and you would be able to see the scar in a picture. because 2 of my kids have a cleft lip and palate...and it is bugging me to know where this came from.

Re: looking for info about past relatives

2005-01-09 18:03:27Z

Looking at pictures will not tell you about medical history. But you can see inherited traits, like hair color, eye color and looks.

Re: looking for info about past relatives

2005-01-09 17:47:04Z

thank you for your reply. i looked online and yeah they do it free! im going as soon as possible. i was wondering though..can u look at pictures of the family you find? and will it show the medical history and all that? thanks

Re: looking for info about past relatives

2005-01-09 15:52:04Z

I can only assume your family is from the Massac County IL, since you posted your note/inquiry on this list. There are many records maintained by the Genealogical Society of Massac County IL, which is maintained in Metropolis IL.

You will more than likely have to conduct a research of your family tree in hopes to find a "cousin" or other relative who might have similar family traits.

If you have not done this before, I would suggest that you go to your nearest Latter Day Saints Church or better simply as LDS Church (in phone book as Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Days Saints) and ask for help. They will be glad to teach you how to do family research. AND they will for FREE. Many other researchers will charge you and will not necessarily teach you how to conduct a search. It is not hard, but can be time consuming, but it sooo fun! :))

Re: ANDERSON,S IN MCDONOUGH COUNTY, IL

2005-01-07 12:26:33Z

SUE THANK YOU FOR YOUR REPLY YOUR COUNTY CAME UP ON A LIST SO I TOOK A CHANCE AT IT I THOUGHT MAYBE THERE WAS SOME INFO IN THIS AREA THAT I DIDNT KNOW OF I BELIEVE IT WAS A MISTAKE THANK YOU

Re: ANDERSON,S IN MCDONOUGH COUNTY, IL

2004-12-26 15:02:45Z

I'm confused. You have posted this on the MASSAC county site. Did your family live in Massac County, IL? When? Your not only indicates Ireland and Mc Donough County, IL and that a wife died in Colchester IL in 1833. I do not too far from Colchester. About 2 hours if there is something you want checked there. I happen to live in Springfield, IL where all the state records are located. However some records, like county histories are better kept in the counties. There are some in the Archives and the State Library, now called the Abraham Lincoln Memorial Library, which is now open on Saturdays.

There is simply not enough information provided to help much - especially given that it appears to be posted on the wrong the site. Unless they actually lived in Massac County, try listing your question on McDonough County site.

ANDERSON,S IN MCDONOUGH COUNTY, IL

2004-12-26 14:47:59Z

HI IAM SEARCHING FOR SAMUEL ANDERSON BORN 1831 IN IRELAND WIFE WAS ISABELLE ALSO BORN IN IRELAND 1833 BURIED IN COLCHESTER ,IL IAM TRYING TO FIND OUT WHERE HER HUSBAND DIED AT ANY INFO WOULD BE GREATLY APPRECIATED THANK YOU OLLIEMAE

Re: McIntyre/McIntire

2005-04-07 19:31:03Z

I can tell you that, William McIntryre's wife Ann Elizabeth's maiden name was Stepter. They were married in Massac County on 2 Oct 1862. William's father was John McIntyre born in Kentucky in about 1800. His mother was Mary "Polly" Grace McIntyre born in Christian County, Kentucky in about 1810. John and Polly were married in Johnson County, Illinois 10 Aug 1827. Polly's parents, I believe, were Greenberry Grace and mother was Jane Deviney Grace. The McIntyers and Graces lived next to one another in the 1830 Johnson Census.

birth look ups

2004-10-27 18:31:54Z

I am looking for information on Johanne Krechel who is listed in the 1860 census as being born in Massac, Il. This would have been about 1856-58. Can any one do a look up for me?

Re: D.H. Freeman, Photographer

2004-09-15 16:22:33Z

Ann- this was a huge help. Thank you very much. Janet

D.H. Freeman, Photographer

2004-09-12 19:30:08Z

Does anyone have any idea what time frame "D.H. Freeman, Ferry Street "Above Methodist Church", Metropolis, Illinois" took photos? Does anyone have any idea where I would find this answer? Thank you.

Re: MACK, MORRISON, STRAIGHT.

2004-09-05 21:45:42Z

Yes i had heard of him. But the lady i emailed with about Straight family died or some thing as i cannot contact her.
Sorry.
Viola.

Re: MACK, MORRISON, STRAIGHT.

2004-09-02 20:42:45Z

Hello. Yes i heard of him in my Straight family. He could have been brother or uncle or nephew to my Sarah/ Sally Straight. Sorry so slow in answering but i broke my hip the 25th of July and just got out of nursing home day before yesterday. But i will look in my Straight tree for Dexter. O.K.
Viola.

Dr. Charles E. Tucker

2004-08-11 19:12:29Z

Hello~
I am looking for information on a Dr. Charles Tucker who resided in Massac County, owned a farm and may have had some Kimbrough's working as hired hands. I would love to verify if this is indeed true. A cousin and I are researching our Kimbrough lines and she was told by a resident of the county recently that "the Kimbrough's worked for Doc. Tucker". Somehow there was mention of a sawmill as well. I am not sure if this was in reference to this is where the Kimbrough's may have worked or in reference to Dr. Tucker also owned/had stake in a sawmill in or around the area. Any information or leads on where to search would be wonderful and greatly appreciated!

Re: Brookport Residents Johnson, Kalbacher, Bryant

2004-07-30 02:35:34Z

Thanks again, Ann.

I've contacted the library and will soon send a list to them of the obits I desire.

I will also contact the funeral home at your recommendation.

Did you see anything on a Bryant who might be Blanche's husband? I know nothing about him except that he was dead before 1968.

Re: Brookport Residents Johnson, Kalbacher, Bryant

2004-07-28 14:47:18Z

Thank you, Ann!

This helps a lot. I will contact the Metropolis Library about copying the obits for me.

Re: Hibbott

2004-12-03 00:04:50Z

Info re David and George Hibbott can be obtained by e-mailing his great grandson at:
tvandenburgh4024@comcast.net

Re: joseph &nancy shelden- shelton of Massac and pulaski counties

2004-11-19 04:26:07Z

Do you know Bill ?(from Ark). I know he had a relative I was thinking he called a niece that had given him some info to pass along to me. My notes from Bill (who I have lost track of) Says Nancy was half Creek Indian and that Joseph and Nancy Jane parted ways when she was about 70. My great grandmother married a Shelden in her second marriage. Had several kids and dies at 26 years old. My grandmother was not a Shelden. But she had several half siblings. Henry b. Tn 1855-- William A b. Ark 1856--Venerce b Ill 1864--Thomas 1866 Ill--Josh A. b. Ill 1868--Robert Eb Ill 1870. Im come thru William . Futher notes -- Sheldens came tfrom New York. Says Ohio in the 1830 & 1840. But the 1880 census says all the kids Bekke thru Samuel born in Ilinois.
Later

Brookport Residents Johnson, Kalbacher, Bryant

2004-07-27 02:43:10Z

John Lemuel Johnson, Jr. (wife Emma Breeze) owned a saloon or grocery in Brookport. His daughters, Clyde, Blanche, & Lavina married Noles, Bryant, and Kalbacher, respectively. Have no additional information on a fourth daughter, Ida.

I believe Kalbachers were bakers and that their son Don owned a jewelry store.

Am looking for dates and any information plus any obituaries, newspaper clippings of marriages and births, church records, advertisements for their businesses, etc.

Would also like to know if any of them are buried in Brookport area. I know Clyde Johnson Noles is not buried in Brookport because she left the area, moving to Kentucky.

Jasper Charles Helmantoler, Eli Helmantoler

2004-07-09 05:57:51Z

I am looking for information on my great grandfather Jasper Charles Helmantoler born in 1846 in Massac Co. Ill, and married to Laura Gurley. I am also looking for information on my 2nd great grandfather Eli Helmantoler, Born in Tennessee in 1820, who died in Massac Co. Ill. in 1893. He was married to Mary Oliver and then to Elizabeth Cash. I am also looking for information on the Gurleys and the Olivers.

Re: MCGS contact us

2004-07-06 23:08:56Z

Am a former member of MCGS but have not been researching lately. Got the bug to re-establish contact and tried to write to Norma Huss, then Peggy Walker without success.

Would you mind filling me in on the current status?

Thanks, George. -

Schell Family

2004-07-05 01:10:04Z

Hi. Looking for any information on my Schell family. Louis and Charlotte died in Massac County 1896 and 1900. Charlotte was a Clark, related to Ben. F. Clark. All three are buried somewhere in Massac County.

Any info would be greatly appreciated.

thanks,
Robin

Re: Looking for Birth Records for Illinois

2004-05-23 23:42:45Z

Thanks for the info, l will give them a try to locate some Birth records.

Re: Looking for Birth Records for Illinois

2004-05-23 19:53:37Z

I don't know if you've found the answer you're looking for, just in case, you can go to this site for full information:

http://www.idph.state.il.us/vital/forms/birthhow.htm

It gives the address and what information is required. I have received death certificates in a very decent amount of time.

Hope this helps.

McBride

2004-05-20 02:31:16Z

i am looking for info on one ABE McBride father to one David Crocket McBride born on 1/2/1864 also info on his mother i do not have a name for her. . i am at a dead stop here for my family tree. thank you for any help you can give .
Abe would be my 2 times grate grandfather.
e-mail me at Flamingtears51@aol.com

James Scurlock/about 1844

2004-05-20 02:21:35Z

i am looking for the father of Mary Melvina Scurlock born 4/30/1867 in Tenn..i think it may be James Scurlock any info on him and his wife mother of Mary would be helpful too.James would be my 2 times grate grandfather
Mary married one David Crocket McBride in 11/14/1888
can anyone help me go back more on this family tree.
Thank you for any help you may give.

Wagner's in Massac County

2004-04-22 16:16:43Z

I am searching for any information of the family of Philip Wagner, wife Frances(Nee Wilson) who settled in Massac County on land from his service in the Mexican American War, He had a son, John Green Wagner, possibly another named Christoper, a daughter Lurana ? Any info would be appreciated.

Re: Robert Douglas Crosier, 1839-1905

2004-04-22 00:41:34Z

Thanks so much for the information. How could I get a copy of your map?

Re: Robert Douglas Crosier, 1839-1905

2004-04-21 00:14:46Z

Do you know if he lived in Massac or Pope Co.,IL? You need a description of the land where he lived. You can get this by checking at the Assessors Office. There will be a description of the land that he was paying taxes on. Do you have any census records for Robert D.? Do you have his civil war pension records? I have a copy of these records and it is a big file. I haven't look that close at the record yet, but it looks like after his 1st wife died, he married a Sarah Martin. She says that he took her to live on his farm near Unionville. His kids did not like her and gave her a hard time. She left him after 7 months. It appears that they never got a divorce and when Robert died she tried to get a widow's pension. She had been married to a Martin guy who was also in the civil war. I would look up the land record, but I live near Chicago. I will be in Massac Co. for the Memorial Day Holiday. I would be glad to get this info for you then. I had a guy tell me years ago that he had come across Robert's grave, but he had forgotten where it was. There was a tombstone at that time. My family live at Unionville.

Re: Robert Douglas Crosier, 1839-1905

2004-04-20 16:08:53Z

That's correct. He was my gg-grandfather and has many other descendents, some still living in Massac County. How would I go about accessing those land records?

David Crosier
Tucker, GA

McIntyre Family

2004-04-20 15:50:14Z

Searchinfg for any info on Elizabeth Spaur Ida Walker or Cyrus or Sarah Mcintyre

Re: Robert Douglas Crosier, 1839-1905

2004-04-20 01:25:20Z

Is this the Robert D. Crosier that served in Co. D, 15th KY CAV during the civil war? I believe that the farm is in the Unionville area. You may need to check the land records to see where he was living before he died.

Re: Thomas J. BROWN b.1864 Massac County

2004-06-19 12:21:14Z

I'm still trying to find a connection between Ellender Yarbrough McKinney Brown and my gg grandfather, John Yarbrough. I believe them to be siblings and their parents to be Larkin Yarbrough and Nancy Slaughter Yarbrough.

I sent an e-mail to the Yahoo e-mail address shown for Judy Brown, but decided to post this message.

My cousin, Ramona Yarbrough, seems to think that there is a Brown or Slaughter family bible in the hands of a person named L. L. Brown (nickname Jack) in Pawnee, IL.

If you know of this person or have access to the Bible, please let me know if there is anything relative to the Yarbrough family.

Thanks
Don Yarber

link

2004-06-05 23:27:53Z

Am looking for a contact in MCGS. Tried your posted link and my msg was bounced by the mailer.

MCGS contact us

2004-04-15 15:23:55Z

I noticed the "contact us" has the wrong address. My new address is Deena63@comcast.net ...
President ... sdishinger@hcis.net
Secretery ... Joyce Siason jsiason@aol.com

Thank you,
Deena

Query

2004-04-03 20:58:20Z

I`m searching for my aunt Alma Astrid Linnea Rasmussen (Karlström) born 1917-05-08 in Sweden. First she emigrated to Denmark in 1939 married a Danish man called Svend Charley Rasmussen born 1911-11-09. They lived in Copenhagen before they emigrated to USA 1947 in December with their to kids, Bent born about 1940 and Margit some years after. I have only heard that they emigrated to Illinois but I`m not sure. Alma Astrid Linneas mother and father died some years after she emigrated to USA and her brothers and sister didn`t find her adress. I have tried to get some information about the family in USA but it is difficult. I don`t know witch ship they arrived with and not the port either.If anyone have some advice or have any information about this family in USA please please contact me.

Re: Looking for Birth Records for Illinois

2004-03-29 23:21:40Z

are you searching for the Murrie families that settled in Johnson and Massac Counties in the 1840's. They came from Tenn. The father was Charles, and the brothers were Thomas, William and possibly Solomon. If these are your people, please contact me. thanks, Kathy Ringger

Massac,IL

2004-03-26 20:50:46Z

I'm looking for William /Frazier/ b. 10 Nov 1843 ,,Scotland, d. 8 Aug 1885 New Columbia,,Illinois
He married Poly Anna /Wagner/ b. 14 Jan 1850 New Columbia,,Illinois
Also looking for:
James Griffin /Staton/ b. 22 Feb 1824 ,Marshall,KY
He married Elizabeth /Canady/ d. 1883

If you know anything about these people or their families, please contact me. I am willing to share anything I have. Thanks!

Hillebrand 1910,census...NEED A LOOK UP PLEASE

2004-02-02 21:19:48Z

looking for Henry & Carrie Hillebrand Family, who had a daughter named Flora Hillebrand,

ALSO LOOKING FOR THE FAMILY OF REDMAN PEMBERTON

Re: Skurlock/Scurlock, Nunley, Biggs, Lockerby and Floyd

2004-01-31 01:35:59Z

Don, I have the children of John Lockerby & Easter P. Skurlock if you would like them.

Contact me.
Carol

Larrison's in Metropolis, IL

2004-01-23 22:36:13Z

Looking for any information on Richard J Larrison, b. May 1847 in IL, d. after June 1899, married Mary Williams.
6 children:
Henry W. b March 1879, IL
Fred b June 1881, IL
Rachel A. b March 1882, IL
Thomas Youn b July 7, 1884, IL d.April 18, 1981 Metropolis IL
Edgar b Oct 27, 1895 Vienna, IL d May 25, 1965, Hampton IL
Robert F. b June 1899 Vienna, IL

Thomas Youn Larrison's son, Chellis, still lives in Metropolis.

Any information on Richard, his parents or his wife's family would be greatly appreciated.

Kathy

Larrison's in Metropolis, IL

2004-01-23 22:35:21Z

Re: LOOKING FOR SOME SMITH PEOPLE!!!!

2004-01-21 23:12:48Z

hello there sue, i am related to the people that u are trying to find. i am sorry but i dont have any info on them.. for some reason i cant find anything on them at the library. but if u have anything on them i would love it if you would send me some. my grandfather is daniel bruce smith he is the son of ray smith and i think ray married a powell.. well if u can email me at pekin_dragon@hotmail.com thanks.. bye
toscha smith

Looking for Birth Records for Illinois

2004-01-21 12:12:52Z

Can anyone tell me the Address, where you go to search for Birth records in Illinois.
Thanks from Canada

Re: LOOKING FOR SOME SMITH PEOPLE!!!!

2004-01-20 03:25:54Z

I am the Granddaughter of Nora Smith (Sweazy) Niemi. Her Fathers name was Ora Smith and her Mother was Bitha Maude Lyster(Tyster) I just happen to find this when I was looking for some information on Grandma. Please Check back with me

Found an Old Shrine Certificate

2004-01-18 01:38:32Z

I recently acquired a signed and framed certificate admitting PETER HAROLD YAFFE (JAFFE) to membership in the Imperial Council of the Ancient Arabic Order NOBLES MYSTIC SHRINE, ANSAR TEMPLE OF SPRIINGFIELD, ILL. With seal and signed by John M. Tipton, recorder of the Temple, and by Mr. Yaffe. Dated 14 November 1929.
Will send to relative, or Shrine member,upon stating your interest or connection. Couldn't bear to let it be destroyed.
grannyfish@AOL.com. Put "Shrine" or "Yaffe" in subject lline

MACK, MORRISON, STRAIGHT.

2003-11-29 17:01:37Z

Hello. William MACK and wife Sally STRAIGHT MACK lived in Massillon Twp, Wayne county,IL. William went into Cival war from there. William died 11 days after joining the cival war. Died from sickness at Anna, Union county,IL. Now i need all cemeteries in Massillon Twp area. Cannot find Williams grave.
Thank you.
Viola.

Re: Reynolds/Harrington/McCurdy

2003-11-29 16:50:01Z

Hello. Do your Harringtons descend down from the Harrington family that lived in Bureau County,IL.? My Harringtons came to Bureay County in ca 1837 along with many families. Including Shaw & Sherman.
Thank you.
Viola.

Re: robert parker or leslie parker

2003-11-25 10:15:04Z

I am currently looking for my father who i have never seen.I am 25 yrs of age.My birth fathers name is Robert leslie Parker.Can you please email me and tell me what state your Robert is in. I'm now married and have one child.I do not know any of the family on my dads side..please help,thank you.

Litteral Family

2003-11-14 14:28:15Z

Found Sophia Litteral in the 1860 Census in Metropolis with her four sons and possably two daughters. Any help on this family would be very helpful.

Re: INFORMATION ON CLIFFORD FAMILY

2003-10-28 02:33:06Z

wow. that is amazing.. Emily's parents are my 5 great grandparents. so could we be related or anything? hope to hear from u soon. bye.

thanx toscha smith

Re: INFORMATION ON CLIFFORD FAMILY

2003-10-27 23:52:25Z

I'm not related to Emily Harris but to her mother-in-law. Lois Fox Clifford and my 3great-grandmother were sisters.

Re: INFORMATION ON CLIFFORD FAMILY

2003-10-27 23:16:17Z

hello, yes emily harris was. and are you related to her somehow.. i know i am.. i will have to look back and see how i am related to her.. well i hope to hear from u

if you have any more questions or anything u can contact me at April_Showers_Babe_1986@hotmail.com thanks.

toscha

Re: Netterville family

2004-02-21 17:22:14Z

I have lots of information about the Chicago,and other Illinois Netterville families ; please contact me.

Re: Elizabath A Woodward Wilcox Turner

2003-10-17 02:27:43Z

I don't have the death date but I do a little information:

ELIZABETH ANN WOODARD was born March 05, 1837. She married (1) DAVID PERRY WILCOX (2) CHARLES M. TURNER October 21, 1868, son of JOHN TURNER and REBECCA MCMULLIN. He was born November 18, 1815 in Tennessee, and died October 23, 1890.

Notes for CHARLES M. TURNER:
Charles M. Turner, b. November 18, 1815, Tennessee; d. October 23, 1890. He married (1) Sarah Bailey September 08, 1836. (2) Elizabeth Ann Woodward Wilcox October 21, 1868 (Sarah had died in 1867)

Charles M. Turner & Sarah Bailey's children:
1. Casandra C. Turner, b. Dec. 03, 1840, m. John A. Bell, Jan. 07, 1869
2. John Vance Turner, b. Jan. 03, 1841; d. Mar. 16, 1864.
3. Elizabeth Turner, b. July 06, 1843; m. Cornelius Trumbo, July 09, 1865.
4. Sarah Turner, b. Sep. 08, 1845; d. July 25, 1871; m. John Trumbo, Mar. 1865
5. Martha Jane Turner, b. Nov. 29, 1847; m. Isaac Davis, Sep. 04, 1864
6. Mary Mericus Turner, b. April 19, 1850; d. Sept. 04, 1855
7. Robert S. T. Turner, b. Jan. 26, 1853
8. Letisha Turner, b. Jan. 01, 1855

Charles M. Turner & Elizabeth Ann Woodward Wilcox's children:
1. Charles Mericus Turner, b. August 29, 1870, Massac County, Illinois: d. October 1947, Sikeston, Scott County, MO.
2. Harriet Turner, b. July 17, 1873; d. Dec. 15, 1898.
3. James Andrew Turner, b. November 29, 1875; d. Nov. 13, 1878.

In the 1860 Census of Massac county.
341
Turner, Charles 44 Farmer Tenn
Sarah 45 H. K. Tenn
Cassandra 21 Seamstress Tenn
Jon 19 farmhand Tenn
Elizabeth 16 seamstress Tenn
Sarah 14 Tenn
Martha 12 Tenn
Robert 7 Ill
Lucretia 5 Ill

place names

2003-10-09 14:12:36Z

I am looking for the place where my great great grandfather died. His name was John Noble and he lived in Massac County for many years. Family legend says that he died near Cairo and I have pinpointed the time between 1885 and 1891. My question is this...was there another county besides Alexander with a town called Cairo? Any help would be appreciated. Janet

Illinois Birth Records

2003-09-30 14:42:18Z

Hello, I really need some help with a birth record from Illinois. The problem is that I don't know the county in which the person was born.

Can someone tell me where to locate a birth record index on the net if there is one, or if there is someone out there willing to look up the following in a birth index:

Lavandy Caroline Wren b. 2-23-1881, daughter of William Tensley Wren and Margaret(Sills)Wren

Thanks in advance

Re: INFORMATION ON HARRIS AND CLIFFORD AND FORD FAMILY!!

2003-09-27 23:09:35Z

Dear Gary,
i'm not for sure if she is in my records. but i know ive seen her name in my aunts records before. i will be looking forward to your cousin to getting ahold of me.. well my email is delmarsangel_17@hotmail.com. okay you and her can email me anytime. and i will try to get a hold of my aunt to see. are you related to anyone that i mentioned in there?

sincerely, toscha smith

Trail of Tears - McCrory

2003-09-26 05:03:32Z

If you respond to this e-mail, I will have my Cousin Sharon contact you.

We are also directly linked to The Trail of Tears. Our family comes from Massac County Illinois. Williamsons, Ford, McDaniel(s), etc.

Sincerely D. Gary Stone

Re: looking for 3 girls

2003-09-26 04:54:01Z

Alzora Ford, was born in late 1800's in Massac County Illinois.
She would be our Great Grandmother.

If Alzora Ford is a name that interests you, or is in your files, we will respond to an e-mail from you.

My cousin Sharon has a full list on Fords from Massac County Illinois.

Sincerely, Gary Stone, Brimfield, Illinois

Re: INFORMATION ON HARRIS AND CLIFFORD AND FORD FAMILY!!

2003-09-26 04:46:40Z

Dear Toscha:

My name is Gary Stone, and I live in Brimfield, Illinois. My cousin and I are related to Alzora Ford, from Massac and pope counties Illinois.

Sharon Emyl is currently involved in processing forms for our family as to which we are, Irish, Wale, Black Foot and Cherokee. The forms have identified us as direct links to the Cherokee Indians that were involved in The Trail of Tears.

Sharon, for whom is my cousin, lives south-west of Dekalb, Illinois.

If Alzora Ford, is in your records, then I will send more info, and have my cousin Sharon contact you.

Sincerely, Gary Stone

Researching Pfrimmer family

2003-09-03 00:09:35Z

I am preparing an article on a local teacher/poet of Newton County, Kentland, Indiana by the name of Will W. Pfrimmer, son of Daniel A. Pfrimmer. He left our county after 1900, and I have not been able to find any records regarding his whereabouts after that. The society is considering reprinting his 2 poetry books, and as the editor of the society newsletter, wish to include as much information about him as possible.

Re: John A. Edwards & Martha J. Johnston

2003-03-18 02:31:43Z

Don't know about John Edwards, but my ggmother Martha Jane Johnston married Joseph Henry Chunn on Dec. 24, 1898; could she be the same person?

John R. (Ramsey) Kennedy

2003-03-05 09:55:00Z

I am the G-G-G Grandson of John R. Kennedy, born 29 December, 1800 in Schenectady, NY. (His middle name was Ramsey according to records in NY.) He was a brother of Robert Kennedy (1791-1874), and together both moved to Massac County about 1847 from Scioto Co. OH. Although I have found plenty of information about Robert, I have yet to find much on John R Kennedy. John was married to a Sarah McAllister who died in 1866, and is buried in Kennedy Cemetary, Massac County. John married again twice, in 1866, and 1869. From that point on, I have found no further information concerning where or when did he die. His son, Charles Waterman Kennedy, My G-G Grandfather was born in 1831 in Schenectady, NY and died 1891 in Lamar Co, Texas. Charles married Annie Josephine McElya in 1873 in Massac County, and probably moved to Texas shortly thereafter. Any help on info on John R. Kennedy would be greatly appreciated. We have been trying to get info on him for 6 years. Thanks

Steve Kennedy

Can someone do a Massac County Marriage Look-Up for me PLEASE!!!

2003-02-28 03:42:36Z

I am looking for a marriage certificate for Giles H. Lynch and Margaret (Maggie) Smith. The marriage would have been April 15 in either 1931, 1932 or 1933. Not quite sure of the year but the day is April 15. These two are my grandparents and I am trying to find out how Giles Harry Lynch listed his parents on the certificate. Any help in this would be so greatly appreciated. Thank you in advance for any help I get.

Re: Marriage records

2003-02-20 17:47:27Z

Carol - Thank You. You are the first to reply to my posting. I would very much appreciate whatever information you can possibly locate. Pertinant information is conatined in my orginal post. Let me know if you require anymore information. Let me know what the copying, postage, etc. charges.

Thank you very much once again.

Mike

Re: Marriage records

2003-02-20 17:08:46Z

Has anyone replied to your marriage look up request? I was there in the Courthouse yesterday...but I just found your posting today. I am going to go back in the next week ot two. If you still need the information let me know. They have some actual licenses. I was lucky, they had all three I was searching.
I will be glad to look if you still need this info.

leona sumoski

2003-02-11 00:21:11Z

Anyone ever heard of Leona Sumoski from Chicago, Illinois in the 60's. Thanks.

Daniel McCullough Dodd

2003-01-25 18:36:19Z

I have information that Daniel Dodd died in Samoth, Massac County, Illinois but cannot confirm this. Can anyone provide a link that I can research for confirmation?

Rebecca Dye

2003-01-11 21:24:46Z

I am looking for the name of the first husband of Rebecca Dye, most likely in the time period 1836-1850. The only husband we know of or can find is E.O.P. Faughn in 1854; she is the mother of my grandfather Thomas E. Dye born 1849. Any information will be greatly appreciated.

Adams/Craft-stagecoach, etc.

2002-11-22 16:52:15Z

I am trying to find information on my great grandfather, Jesse B. Craft. I have reason to believe that he was a resident of Brookport sometime slightly before or after 1900.
He had a cousin named Jesse Adams who died and was buried in Brookport (supposedly in a cemetery that was next to a red schoolhouse). If anyone has information on either Jesse Craft or Jesse Adams, I would be very appreciative if you would e-mail the info. to me.
It is rumored that at one point Jesse B. Craft ran a stagecoach business. Was there ever a stagecoach business in or near Brookport, Illinois.
Thanks, Lorene Whitt

Dye Surname

2002-11-19 09:48:16Z

I have spent many years and thousands of hours researching the Dye family. My daughter has prepared a booklet of "Just Dye Facts," which has over ten thousand entries, and over 350 pages of birth, death and marriage dates from each of the 50 states, DC, and British Columbia.The information is in a loose leaf binder, so you may add your own notes If interested, e-mail me at southernrose41@yahoo.com.

Taylor/Madden family

2002-11-14 22:44:34Z

Looking for Taylors and Maddens in Metropolis, Massac County, Illinois. Abram and Ada Bell(Madden) were my great grandparents. Any info appreciated.jmgiven2@otbnet.com

Re: Could someone tell me what county Grant, IL is in (1865)?

2002-11-13 01:43:34Z

YOU CAN FIND YOUR INFORMATION ON ANY ROAD MAP

Re: dale family in illinois

2002-11-13 01:34:01Z

my gtgrmother, elizabeth dale johnson mcmeins was born in 1810 in woodford co ky, she died in 1859 in brown co ill. some of her bros. moved to ceder & vernon co mo.mathew an uncle died in adams co ill. wayne mcmeins iwojimamc@juno.com

Mabel Leonard

2002-10-31 11:36:01Z

I am looking for any family after Mabel Leonard born 27/11-1897 or Edwin Sorhus born 27/11-1897.
Mabel died in 1992 and here residence was 61350 Ottawa, La Salle, IL.
Both Mabel and Edwin was children after Mons Sorhus and Anna Sorhus.

Marriage records

2002-10-11 13:52:00Z

I am seeking information regarding my grandfather, James Franklin Winders. James was born in New Amsterdam, Indiana in February 1880/81. I have discovered that he was married prior to his marriage to my grandmother in 1920.

According to the information I have located, James Winders married Netta Spickman (?) on January 1, 1906 in Metropolis, Illinois.

Are these marriage records available for research? Is there someone that has this information that could do a lookup for me? I would be very much interested in whatever data is contained on their marriage application.

Please email me with any leads, ideas, or information. Thanks!

Mike Johnston
Oswego, IL

looking for birth father

2002-08-03 00:53:29Z

i am 51 yrs old looking for my birth dad. the only think i know about him is he was born on june 3rd,1928 he had married frances Menzel somewhere around sept 14th,1948 . the last i knew he was in the chicago,illinois area his name is james joseph joyce. if anyone knows him or knows how i may find him please e-mail me at once i need to find him it is most important. oh he had 2 daughters one born in 1950 and me in 1951

Re: James R. Wheeler-Elizabeth Yarber

2002-07-15 14:51:06Z

I am interested in you James Wheeler, do you have any information about his parents? I am looking for the son of Malcomb and Jane (Frye) Wheeler. If this is the same, please contact me at my e-mail address.

Re: Olin VIED/ALLEN

2002-06-02 23:18:53Z

Olin may have married a Mr. Duncan prior to Mr. Allen.

Olin VIED/ALLEN

2002-06-02 21:16:10Z

Please....can someone help locate a marriage record for my great aunt Olin Vied, who married a Mr. Allen somewhere around Metropolis or Brookport, Illinois, circa 1910/1920. Or, her death record. She was white, he was mulatto. Also any information about the Black/Mulatto communities that existed at that time and the orphanages. I understand they had children--who were put into an orphanage after her death. I would like to know what happened to them. Thank you.

Thomas J. BROWN b.1864 Massac County

2002-05-26 21:58:07Z

Searching for information on family of Thomas Jefferson BROWN b. Feb 14, 1864 Massac County. Thomas married Elizabeth J. BRANDON 1883 in Pope Co and had a daughter Lura Brown. Lura married a Worth.

Thomas married Ellen Luvenia SKILES 1890 in Pope Co.

Re: Reynolds/Harrington/McCurdy

2002-05-22 19:47:38Z

I found 7 picture postcards and 1 Veterans Administration postcard with info about Harrington's in Brookport. I bought the cards and would be glad to sell them to anyone interested in that line of Harringtons. The info on the picture postcards is as follows:
to Thos. S. Harrington of Brookport, IL from Willard Harrington
to same from Vernie Warren Harrington
to Seth T. Harrington from Jeb Harrington
to grandfather, Thos. S., from granddaughter- Allie Shew
to grandfather, Thos. S., from Bert & Vernie Shew
to Thos. Herrington from granddaughter- Pansy Shew
one from the Veterans Administration (not a picture, just a postcard of info)
unknown, no info on card, picture of a man with hat.
I paid $21.20 for all 8 cards and have the receipt for them. Will be glad to get them to the family for that same price.
Norma Jean

Rushing family - Massac Co, IL

2002-05-01 23:10:36Z

I am researching Malenda Paralle Rushing b 1857 to Asa Rushing and Sarah B. Pendall. This family was of late from Massac County, IL.. Asa has been reportedly born 1829 in Alabama with Sarah being born in 1827 in IN or KY.. Sarah is reportedly buried in MacHenry Cemetery, Massac CO. IL..

I would ask if anyone has additional information regarding Asa Rushing and Sarah B Pendall and their family. Asa seems to be a mystery to most, who was born in Alabama (where) to Mary "Polly" Rushing in 1808. Possibly out of wedlock but maybe not - I cannot tell from what I have in front of me. He did have a sister Susan Rushing.

Malinda P. Rushing married (Massac County, IL) a Zachariah Huckleberry in what I believe was a second marriage for both. From that marriage came Rosa Ella Huckleberry. Rosa married a James Spinks of Massic County. I can find nothing on him or his family. Any help here would be appreciated.

It isn't pretty but I need to figure it out if at all possible. The history on Huckleberry if possible would be appreciated.

An issue here is that when Zachariah and "Paralee Elizabeth Rushin" - (from birth certificate) - mother - had Rosa. I am confused by the name and I guess not sure I want to believe that Paralle and Malenda are the same person.

Will give you the rest of the family if you wish for your records.

BUSH, DANIEL, HARRIS, HOUSE

2002-04-21 17:06:33Z

I am searching for information on the family of Colombus P. BUSH who was in the 1870 Census of Massac Co. IL in the house of his mother Nancy E. DANIEL BUSH HARRIS and her husband John HARRIS with the post office listing of New Columbia.

Descendants of Nancy E. DANIEL

1[1] Nancy E. DANIEL b: 1832 TN
+Elisha P BUSH b: 1827 Henry Co., TN m: Feb-20-1848 Benton Co., TN d: May-18-1865 Paducah, KY
2 Columbus P. BUSH b: 1862 TN
*2nd Husband of [1] Nancy E. DANIEL:
+John HARRIS m: Feb-14-1867 Massac Co. IL
2 Rosana HARRIS b: 1868 IL

There are other children in the Harris family in the 1880 Census but I cannot read the light print. The district for 1880 is Georges Creek.

I don't know if this is the same COLUMBUS P BUSH who married SIDNEY A MASSAC HOUSE 05/22/1877.

I will appreciate any info on this family.

Taylors of Joppa

2002-04-08 19:14:06Z

I am seeking information on Green Taylor and family. Found them on census imaging from 1900 thru 1920. He is my ggrandfather, Oscar is my grandfather. Oscar married Flora Nelson at William Taylor's home. I seem to have run into a brick wall. When did Green come to Joppa? My grandfather was born in Missouri 1874. I also cannot trace when my grandfather came to Chicago, but he died there in 1926.
Thanks in advance for any information you can supply.

Re: 1900 Census Lookup for Massac County (Brookport)

2002-04-08 06:09:15Z

OMG! Thank you SO much. Leo was the name I was trying to find out about and couldnt! Nobody knew when he was born. You've solved the mystery for me, thank you thank you thank you. Actually, it wasn't that they were no longer living in Brookport in 1900, it was that they hadn't moved there yet. I believe they did move there after the census though, because Uncle Ed was born in 1900 and supposedly born in Brookport. Anyway, now we know when Uncle Leo was born...thank you!
ouizee

Re: 1900 Census Lookup for Massac County (Brookport)

2002-04-08 03:17:34Z

The John Earl family was no longer living in Brookport. Found them in E. St. Louis, St. Clair Co. Earl, John M. age 36, married 3 yrs. born WVA as were his parents. Railroad section foreman. Venie, age 23, 1 child, 1 living. born in IL as were her parents. Leo, son, b. Oct. 1898.
IL, St. Clair Co. E. St. Louis Twp. 5 June 1900, Supv. dist. 15, ED 106 , Page 9B

Kuykendall

2002-03-27 03:40:26Z

Is there anyone that has a Nancy Kuykendall in their family tree that lived around or in Massac? She married a Burnett.

Re: Longs in Davenport, Molene, and East Molene

2002-03-25 16:54:59Z

Hi Angie
Can you give me more dates for the people you are looking for. I live in East Moline and will be glad to do a little research for you if I can. Maybe you could do some research for me enkind. I am looking for info on Richard J. Larrison b May 1847 in Illinois, married Mary Williams abt. 1915, she was born in Illinois and died after june 1899. Richard is buried in Metropolis, Illinois.
Please feel free to email me.

1900 Census Lookup for Massac County (Brookport)

2002-03-17 06:37:48Z

I need someone to do a 1900 census lookup for Massac County (Brookport, IL) for John Monroe Earl and his wife, Sovenia (Vena, Venie, Venice) Earl. I need to know exactly how many children they had living that year, and their names and ages if possible. Thanks. You can email me at ouizee47@hotmail.com

ouizee

Longs in Davenport, Molene, and East Molene

2002-03-16 20:57:03Z

My grandfather's name is/was Robert Donald Long son of Caroline and Donald Long of Davenport Iowa, Molene and East Molene Illinois if you have any information of these people please email me at the above address.

Re: prison records

2002-03-14 16:21:35Z

I would like to contact descendants of a guard named Sharp who worked at Joliet. He had a bro. named Thomas S Sharp. They may have had different mothers. Thank you.

lillian overby-mother is dodie mae campbell overby

2002-03-08 01:47:58Z

i am searching for information on my husband's mother and
grandmother.

Andrew Jackson Summersett

2002-03-07 02:38:55Z

Any information on Summersett family " Metropolis "

biological grandfather Earl Miller

2002-02-22 21:55:44Z

I am trying to locate family of Earl and Pearl Miller who left Ill. in 1911 to move to Laird, Colorado. He was a barber and they had a son named Harold.

thanks Sandee

prison records

2002-01-28 05:47:39Z

I was wondering if anyone knows how to get ahold of OLD prison records.I am trying to find some ancestors for my mother in law and she said her grandpa wasnt allowed at her house when she was little but she said if i wanted to find him to look under Vandalia Penal Farm. Can someone help me please email me. thank you angie

Laird's in Metropolis

2002-01-26 06:21:55Z

Who in the Massac Genealogy Society is searching on the Laird's? I have recently gotten a picture of a James Laird, father of Lillian and a John Hutchinson, son-in-law to James Larid and father of Violet Jackson.

Re: Could someone tell me what county Grant, IL is in (1865)?

2002-01-24 20:23:10Z

The best way to get any county for any state is to call your local library or better yet visit your library. You can get all the counties you need and possible find information on military persons on microfilm. However, if you don't want to do that just give them a call.

Lawrence Renshaw

2001-12-08 13:55:09Z

I am looking for info on my dead father who was married to Alice Krikava. I belive he was born in 1919 Johnson Il. They were married in Chicago and moved to River Grove to raise 4 kids. Marylee, linda lou, jimmy, and johnny. Please let me know if we have any relatives out there. Thank You.

Linda Hoien (Renshaw)

Re: Hawes Family

2001-12-08 13:52:35Z

sir, i don't know if the information i have is even significat to you. my grandfather donald ernest hawes was born in ohio. the city is unknown to my intermediate family, as well as any info on his father and mother. i do know how ever that his father's name was ernest hawes. like i said, i dont know if this is helpful but i am willing to offer more info if needed. thats only if i have the answers.

Hawes Family

2001-12-08 13:52:07Z

Looking to make contact with anyone having any information concerning the "Hawes" family that migrated from New England and the Eastern Townships, Quebec, Canada; to ILL.

Robert D. Hawes samar@moose.ncia.net
Northumberland, NH

Hille-Crow and Rogers-Denton Marriage Lookup

2001-12-08 13:51:00Z

I have been searching for 25 years for the location and date of both my grandparent's marriages. They both lived out the majority of their married lives in Massac County, IL.

One set of grandparent's names were: Allen Littleton Randolph Rogers who married Willie Euretha Denton. They most likely married in 1914.

My other set of grandparents were: Edward Louis Hille (or possibly Eddie Heinrich as he was baptized) and Gertrude Mae HIlle. They most likely married in 1914--possibly in June.

Does any IL statewide marriage registry exist online for the above date?

Thank you for any help!

LInda Rogers Grinnell
fultimers@pocketmail.com

Hyden-Kyle-R.Richardson-Newberry

2001-09-27 22:18:51Z

Tracing roots in 1928 till now any one kin to a Claude M .Kyle of Texas.He died in 1984 in St. Louis Missouri.
Ida or Mrs R. Richardson live in area 1928 .
Effie or Floyd Newberry of Texas lived in area 1928.
Mattie Lee Hyden.1928 .ANY one can help me .They may have kin there . I would like to know if they show up on 1930 census.there. If they died there Any thing .

Re: Lawrence Renshaw

2001-09-17 15:10:52Z

My mother is Alice Krikava and I would be happy to talk to you. I would like to know more about my DAD.

Thank You,
Linda Hoien

(219) 288-7005 Please call me!!!!!!

Graham

joyce9955 — 2004-01-09 13:56:00Z

looking for connection between the Grahams in Massac county to the Grahams in Sangamon county mainly Joseph Graham,John Graham father and son,i know the Massac county are related to me.I think the ones in sangamon are to but can't get the proof. Joyce

Wilshire/1870

betty0909 — 2004-06-02 00:55:35Z

I am searching for information regarding my great great grandmother's family. Her name was Elizabeth Wilshire, daughter of James Wilshire. She was born in England in 1852 and married my great great grandfather in Perry County in on July 29, 1871. I have had no luck finding any Wilshires in Perry County around that time, but noticed on the Statewide Marriage Index that there were Wilshires in Massac County. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

Re: Could someone tell me what county Grant, IL is in (1865)?

pamelaharrellwhiteside — 2001-09-01 04:00:31Z

I used the IL Civil War database to discover that Co G 49th IL INF was recruited in Madison Co (just north of East St Louis) and that there is a town called Grant Fork there.

Re: Help with a County

pamelaharrellwhiteside — 2001-09-01 03:09:39Z

Could it be Cerro Gordo in Piatt Co, just east of Decatur?

missing gggrandfather

MButler1939 — 2002-06-28 01:41:28Z

My gggrandfather , Morgan Pearce is a mystery--
he is listed as having been married in Massac County in 1846--has children born from 1848--1854---but he is not on any census rolls---Mary Shourd Pearce (gggrandmother) is on
the 1860, 1870, 1880 rolls (died in 1900) in Johnson Co---but
Morgan is nowhere---I even checked in the Anna State Hosp--
Any clues that might help will be greatly appreciated---MButler

DANIEL, BUSH, BRANNON FAMILIES FROM TN TO IL

lemonade050 — 2002-05-20 14:42:44Z

I am researching a Daniel family from Benton Co. TN which had a 3 members move to Metropolis, IL about
1850-1860.

I think the father of these children was the James Daniel who died intestate in 1845 in Benton Co. TN.
Wesley Daniel and Mary Daniel bought at his sale. I have no proof that he was their father. Does anyone
know about this?
Mary Daniel who married Joseph F. Bush is my ancestor. She died on a riverboat going to relatives in IL
according to what my aunt remembered.
Wesley Daniel lived in Houston Co. TN.

I believe that these 3 children who lived in Massac Co. IL are part of this family.

William J. DANIEL b: 1830 TN who married on Dec-02-1847 in Henry Co., TN Mary E. BRANNON b: 1830
TN

Nancy Evelyn DANIEL b: 1832 TN who married on Feb-20-1848 Benton Co., TN to Elisha P BUSH b: 1827
Henry Co., TN who died May-18-1865 Paducah, KY (Civil War Hospital)
*2nd Husband of [1] Nancy Evelyn DANIEL:
John HARRIS married Feb-14-1867 Massac Co. IL

Rebecca DANIEL b: 1834 TN married on Apr-18-1849 Benton Co. , TN to Thomas BRANNON b: 1827 TN

Does anyone have any more information on these families?

Re: Help with a County

K_Kucera — 2001-09-01 03:25:50Z

Thank You so much! It was a hit, my Grandmother passed away 3 years ago. I only have her Socail Security App. and it was very hard to read. It certainly looks like Cerro Gordo know. Thanks for all your help, you have made my day!!!

Ida J BOYLE of Chester, Il, born 1875, marr. 1894 St Louis Mo

blodeuwedd2001 — 2005-03-30 19:57:40Z

I'm looking for Ida Jane/Jean Boyle, who married Frederick Waller in St Louis in 1894. She was born in IL about 1875 (more or less). I think she might have been Idia Boyles, born IL 1875, living with her father Richard Boyles born KY ca 1844 and her mother Nancy A Boyles, born IL ca 1845. She had no siblings in 1880, but more might have been born later. Does anyone know this family, who were living at George's Creek, Massac Co in 1880?
Another question: I guess Ida Boyle was a Catholic, because all of her children died in the Catholic faith. Where were the Catholic churches in Massac Co Il 1870-1880?
Thanks for any information

Daniel/Daniels

BessieLinn37 — 2005-05-13 14:36:40Z

Looking for information about the following family,
On the 1850 census in Massac County Illinois there is a Stephen and Elizabeth Daniels Family ; Stephen and Elizabeth are both listed as 68 years old and both born in VA.; listed as children are John age 24 born 1826 Tennessee,
Edward age 21 born 1829 Tennessee, Isaac age 19 born 1831 Tennessee, Elisha age 12 born 1838 KY, Jane age 11 born 1839 KY, and Betsy age 10 born 1840 Illinois.
There were two older children Richard P. Born abt 1822 in Tennessee and Stephen born 1824 in Tennessee. I am looking for any information proving or disproving if these children are the children of Stephen and Elizabeth or may perhaps be their grandchildren. Elizabeth would be pretty old to be having children ,especially the three younger ones.
I would be most greatful for any information. I found an Elisha Daniel in Wayne county Tennessee on the 1830 census between the age of 30-40,with two boys under the age of 5 but have not found him again. Does any one know who he may have been??

Looking for Phoenix, Phenix, Penix Families in Massac

lannomlass — 2002-10-04 16:41:54Z

Looking for any piece of info on any of these names.
James S. Phenix son of James Phoenix & Rosa J Huffolder
Samuel Penix, (brother of James S. Phenix) Samuel spelled his name Penix. No wonder these families are so hard to track.
Samuel Penix married Savannah Manley 1890 Massac Co.
Samuel & His family ended up in McCracken Co. KY
Found them in 1920 Census
Wonder where they were before this time frame.
Know that his youngest child born 1911 IL, but cannot find Samuel and his family in Massac Co. IL Census
Samuel & James' Mother (Rosa J) remarried to a Tally.
Found them listed as step children to a A Tally and wife Rosa J.
Would appreciate any leads on this family.
Thanks

Re: Mons Sorhus

dicktague58 — 2002-10-28 23:48:51Z

Monika, In 1900, Mons Sorhos 45, & wife Anna both Norway,are in city of Chicago. Children are Edwin & Mabel, both 2, born Il. In 1920, the widower Mons Sorhus, 64, lives in Boone county, Il. with single children Edwin & Mabel, both 22. The 1930 Il. census is not indexed so I have no way of tracking him. Will send census images if you do not have. Dick

Re: Death record lookup

dicktague58 — 2002-10-28 21:31:23Z

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Photocopies of Death Records before 1916
Death records before 1916 were maintained exclusively by the county clerks. Most county clerks did not record deaths until 1877. Copies of death records filed before 1916 may be obtained from the Illinois Regional Archives Depository (IRAD) system if IRAD holds death records for that particular county or from the county clerk in the county where the death occurred. Search the IRAD Local Governmental Records Database for death records held by the IRAD system. Click here for the addresses of the county clerks of all 102 counties in Illinois.

Re: Neo????, IL, 1920's

dicktague58 — 2002-10-13 14:29:32Z

Don't thank me, thank my State Farm atlas. I live in so. Tx. But continued success in your quest. And no, the atlas does not have the township listed. Got that off the internet. Dick

Re: INFORMATION CLIFFORD FAMILY [cont'd]

Carol_Tilson — 2003-10-27 12:21:31Z

Somehow, this stupid computer managed to interrupt my listing of Amos Clifford & Lois Fox's ten children. So, to finish up the list:

Milo Clifford [m. Mary Hulick?], Marcus Lafayette Clifford [m. Isophena "Pamelia" Wells] and Mary Clifford [m. William Wright].

If anyone's interested in any of these families, feel free to write me direct.

Carol Page Tilson

Re: INFORMATION ON CLIFFORD FAMILY

Carol_Tilson — 2003-10-27 12:13:21Z

John Langdon Clifford [who married Emily Harris] was one of ten children of Amos Clifford & Lois Fox who moved from Salem [now Conneaut] Twp., Ashtabula Co., OH, in about 1839. The other Clifford kids were Diantha [m. John Felkel], Avilla [m. William Taylor], Nelson [m. Keziah Barrett], Roxanna [m. James Scoville], Zilpha [m. John Trimble], Pauline, Milo [m. Mary

Re: Elizabath A Woodward Wilcox Turner

cgzenk — 2003-10-22 05:04:46Z

Thank you for the info on Charles M. Turner, married to Elizabeth A Woodward Wilcox. I will now try to find more details about Elizabeth through searching on her son, Charles M. Turner who died in the 20th century. Our female ancestors sure can be illusive. I am still looking for Elizabeth's date of death, which I believe occurred approximately 1910. Any help will be appreciated.

Elizabath A Woodward Wilcox Turner

cgzenk — 2003-08-25 01:11:05Z

I need date of death for Elizabeth Turner. She was born 5 Mar 1837. Married David Perry Wilcox 7 Jan 1858. David died 9 Mar 1867. Elizabeth then married Charles M Turner. Charles was a Justice of the Peace in Massac Co at the time. Any other info about Elizabeth were also be welcome. Thanks.

Look up - Oscar Fuller, Metropolis, Illinois

LyndaAlbright38 — 2005-01-21 01:42:09Z

I am looking for the obit of Oscar Fuller d. 21 Nov 1997 in Metropolis. Could someone look that up for me?
Thank you,
Lynda

Re: Rushing family - Massac Co, IL

SKLIVA — 2002-07-08 21:26:07Z

I am also interested in the Rushing family of Massac Co. One of my ancestors -- Elizabeth Rushing was 'apparently' the illegitimate child of a Susan Rushing. Elizabeth married William E. Kibler Oct 22, 1856 in Johnson Co. Elizabeth and William had a daughter Rosa who married William Madden Wood in Massac Co.

I have traced the Wood and Kibler families, but have no other information about Elizabeth or Susan.

Ancestors from Kristdala, Sweden

kurt_johansson — 2003-05-04 12:13:44Z

My name is Kristina Johansson. I come from Kristdala, Smaland, in Sweden. Most of the genealogy information that I have comes from Kristdala Parish.
All the family trees here are quite incomplete. If you have more relevant information about my ancestors, or anyone else who should have a place here, you are very welcome to tell me about it so that I can add it to the trees.
After all, one of the main ideas behind this page, is to collect more informaton about my familytree, and I really appreciate every piece of information I can get my hands on.

I´m searching for relativs who emigrates to Amerika.

Otto Bonapart Bülow, born in Gäddenäs,Kristdala, Sweden 1840 24 june. He emigrates 1880 9 july with his family. They come to Galesburg and 1918 they move on to LA i California.

Ottos sister and brother Ida Christina Bonapart and Aron Reinhold Bonapart emigrates 1870 27 may,
they come to Galva, ILLINOIS.
Ida Christina was born in Gäddenäs, Kristdala, Sweden, 1845 4 feb.
Aron Reinhold Bonapart was born in the same place, 1840 24 june.

I discover through familysearch that one more brother emigrates, Nils August Bonapart. He was born in Gäddenäs, Kristdala, Sweden,1834 3 june.

Chinese-American Family in Massac County 1870

sugilley — 2004-03-30 02:02:53Z

I have found my great-grandparents in the 1870 federal census in Massac County, IL. It's hard to read the last name - it's transcribed as GIDIN, but may be OIDIN, SOI JOW, or other derivatives. Father was JOHN - age 47 - Chinese - born in KinKang; mother was ANNIE - age 37 - W - born in Tennessee. Children were Mary J.(born in Tenn), Alexander (born in Ill) and John (born in Kentucky), plus James M. Oden (born in Kentucky).

My grandfather, HENRY, was born in Illinois after this census was taken; but I have found the family (with a new wife) in 1880 census in Monroe Township, Mississippi County, Arkansas.

Anyone with any info, please contact me.

Ft. Massac-Pvt. Cornelius Bagley, need help please!

PSCrain — 2005-07-06 20:28:27Z

I found this information on Rootsweb, from a cemetery reading by Dolores Leifheit.

BAGLEY, Cornelius, Pvt.
First Reg. Infantry
Nov. 12, 1808 - Illness
This cemetery is located on the Fort grounds but exact
location of all graves unknown

I have inquired at the Fort, but they have no information there. Can anyone tell me where I can find more information on this BAGLEY? My husband's great grandfather was named Cornelius Bagley, he was born in Illinois about 1830. I am wondering if this Cornelius BAGLEY who died in 1808 could be the grandfather of his great grandfather.

Any help will be very much appreciated.

Peg Crain Luthy
bilpeg@onecliq.net

Laura Rapking Lott

MJustice9796 — 2002-11-13 03:21:54Z

I am trying to locate Helen Berri of Metropolis, Il. She is the daughter of Laura Rapking Lott & George Lott. Her brother died 3/13/1999, I believe she has a brother in Elkhardt, In. named Calvin. My husband was Aaron E. Rapking son of Larua Rapking Lott's brother Aaron E. Rapking. We had 4 children, 2 girls and 2 boys. Oneboy is also named Aaron E. Rapking. Any help would be appreciated in connecting these children with their father's family.

James Woodward & Mary Sinnett

trumbo2 — 2005-03-30 11:57:01Z

looking for any information on Mr. James Woodward and his wife Miss Mary Sinnet. In "The Biograpical Reveiw of Johnson, Massac, Pope and Hardin counties," portrait of Mrs. Elizebeth A. Turner pg 490, I found these to be her parents. I would like to know if anyone has any information such birth, marraige, or death dates. Birth would have been before 1837. I believe this family came from Ohio. It says James Woodward was an early pioneer of Johnson County. Thank you for any information you might be able to provide.

Donlad Trumbo

Re: Rezin Kennedy b. 1819- Who are his parents?

trumbo2 — 2004-06-02 01:54:47Z

Ann, what is you email address? I tried the one under your profile (1346@midwest.net) and it got returned.

Donald.

You can email me at trumbodr@yahoo.com

Still looking for what happened to my ggggrandparents

trumbo2 — 2004-05-12 22:53:43Z

I am having trouble confirming the death of my ggggrandparents ANDREW JACKSON TRUMBO b. abt 1814 and JANE (POWER) TRUMBO b. Abt 1812. There are conflicting stories. Date of Andrews death Aug 1, 1853 in MASSAC county, Illinois.

One source told me that Jane Power divorced Andrew and moved back to Ohio. Another says they died around the same time in Massac County. I have not been able to find where they are burried or confirm time or cause of death for either one. Have found no information on Jane Power.

The following is from "The Trumbo Family" by Conrad W. Feltner, pp. 396-398.
“Andrew Jackson Trumbo was b. Mar 10, 1814, in Pendleton Co., WVA. He married Jane Power and had at least six children. Jane was the dau of William Power. They moved to Massoit (MASSAC), IL. Andrew and his wife both died of the same disease a few days apart leaving the six children. The three oldest children, John, Cam, and Pauline were taken by Andrew's parents to raise. The others, Lou, Washington, and William were raised by their mother's parents. All came back to Illinois later except Lou. While in Lawrence Co., OH, he sold 40 acres to George Copin in 1841; he bought land from his father and mother in 1845 and sold land to Culbertson, Means and Clark in 1846;

The following was taken from misc. records found in a box in the Circuit Clerks vault (Massac County):
7. Inventory. A. J. Trumbo died of cholera arrested for assault to murder. Inventory dated 10 Sept 1853, bill to Andrew Trumbo from I.I. Bruner/Bumer dated 1 Jan 1852, bill due to Samuel Arnout dated July 1852, &8.00 bill for coffin filed 2 Aug 1853, Bill due to Jesse Simpson dated 1852.
8. Bill to estate of A.J. Trumbo. From R.A. Brown, admin. Of Estate of JS. Brown, dec’d filed 7 June 1852.

Any help that can be offered would be greatly appreciated.

Donald Trumbo
trumbodr@yahoo.com

Re: Rezin Kennedy b. 1819- Who are his parents?

trumbo2 — 2004-06-01 02:50:42Z

Thank you Ann.
When you say they are burried in the Kennedy Cemetery, do you mean Robert and Hannah or Rebecca and Rezin? Do you know what year this Kennedy family came to Massac County? Rebecca is a cousin to my Andrew Trumbo. I'm wondering if Andrew came to Massac County with them. I have estimated that Andrew Trumbo came to Massac County around 1847. Finally, are you Ann Laird? If so, you are the one that helped me so much a couple years ago with my family. Thanks again. Donald.

My family web page which has several Massac County connections is at:
http://familytreemaker.genealogy.com/users/t/r/u/Don-Trumbo-...

Rezin Kennedy b. 1819- Who are his parents?

trumbo2 — 2004-05-30 11:26:23Z

I am looking for the parents of the REZIN KENNEDY that was b. 1819 in Ohio, and died 1901. He married REBECCA TRUMBO, daughter of GEORGE TRUMBO and MARY AUSTIN. She was born Oct 27, 1820 in Ohio, and died Jan 08, 1886. They were married in Scioto county Ohio.

In the 1850 Census of Massac County, Il.
368 368
Kennedy, Rezin 30 M Laborer 300 OH
Rebecca 30 F OH
Ambrose L. 2 M IL
George A. 7/12 M IL

Children:
AMBROSE L. KENNEDY, b. 1848, Illinois; d. 1914.
GEORGE WASHINGTON KENNEDY, b. Jan 22, 1850, Ohio; d. Feb 27, 1919, Massac County, Illinois.

Thanks for any help.
Donald Trumbo

Re: link

trumbo2 — 2004-07-06 22:20:56Z

See message below on this board dated 15 Apr 2004 by Deena Harris. Maybe she can help you.

Death record lookup for Jane (Power) Trumbo

trumbo2 — 2003-10-19 15:30:05Z

I am having trouble confirming the death of JANE (POWER) TRUMBO b. Abt 1812. There are conflicting stories. One says she divirced Andrew Trumbo about 1850 and moved back to Ohio. Another says she died within a few days of Andrew Trumbo. Date of Andrews death Aug 1, 1853 in MASSAC county, Illinois. I have very little information on her. Any help in confirming any of this would be greatly eppreciated.

Donald Trumbo

The following is from "The Trumbo Family" by Conrad W. Feltner, pp. 396-398.
“Andrew Jackson Trumbo was b. Mar 10, 1814, in Pendleton Co., WVA. He married Jane Power and had at least six children. Jane was the dau of William Power. They moved to Massoit, IL. Andrew and his wife both died of the same disease a few days apart leaving the six children. The three oldest children, John, Cam, and Pauline were taken by Andrew's parents to raise. The others, Lou, Washington, and William were raised by their mother's parents. All came back to Illinois later except Lou. While in Lawrence Co., OH, he sold 40 acres to George Copin in 1841; he bought land from his father and mother in 1845 and sold land to Culbertson, Means and Clark in 1846;

From Scioto County, Ohio records:
Trumbo, Jane OH SCIOTO CO. GREEN TWP 138 1850
Trumbo, Jane OH SCIOTO CO. GREEN TWP 1851

The following was taken from misc. records found in a box in the Circuit Clerks vault (Massac):
7. Inventory. A. J. Trumbo died of cholera arrested for assault to murder. Inventory dated 10 Sept 1853, bill to Andrew Trumbo from I.I. Bruner/Bumer dated 1 Jan 1852, bill due to Samuel Arnout dated July 1852, &8.00 bill for coffin filed 2 Aug 1853, Bill due to Jesse Simpson dated 1852.
8. Bill to estate of A.J. Trumbo. From R.A. Brown, admin. Of Estate of JS. Brown, dec’d filed 7 June 1852.

Re: Elizabath A Woodward Wilcox Turner

trumbo2 — 2003-10-24 21:22:47Z

There was a man that was researching the Turner family in Massac county about a year ago that gave me most of my information. I lost contact with him. You might try looking at some of his postings at genealogy.com. (massac county gen forum) His name is Donnie Gwaltney. See message #85.

Donald Trumbo

Re: James Scurlock

PegJones29 — 2002-08-02 06:34:22Z

Don, I don't know if we've talked before or not. Have you found any information on James? I am trying to connect Samuel with Terry Scurlock who would have been his grandson. Terry's mother's name was Rebecca but I don't have a maiden name nor can I figure out which Scurlock man she would have married.
Peg

Maiden Name Bledsoe

rabbiyah5 — 2003-06-21 01:03:56Z

Searching for Martha Bledsoe (maiden name) not sure if born,
but possibly raised in either Cairo city, IL/Alexander or Cooks county IL.
Might have been born bet 1923-1925. Not Sure.
Any help would be greatly appreciated.

looking for 3 girls

tonianielsen — 2003-08-22 21:08:30Z

Ford Hardy lived in Massac county in the late 1800's and had four daughters. Have information on Minnie. Looking for information on his other three daughters: Florence (maybe married a Henderson), Pearl (might have been a nurse), and Bessie. Would appreciate any information about these three girls.
Thanks
Tonia

Orphan train riders ? BENDA SHARPE

cmbenda — 2004-03-06 22:00:13Z

I am searching for a family that lived in Illinios in the late 1800s early 1900s...named SHARPE...SCHARP?
not sure of spelling...they were may have lived south of Chicago....and took in one of the orphan train riders...a boy by the name of Claude or Claudia Benda...whom they called Louis...
any info ...appreciated.
thanks
Carol

Hibbott

Itismeagain1 — 2004-04-08 17:45:09Z

David Charles Hibbott and George E Hibbott does anybody know of any desendants, or information, they emigrated to Chicago in the early 1900's.

Hammond History

phammond194 — 2004-03-30 01:56:17Z

Looking for info. on Lymon J. Hammond died 1865 Cival War
He was married to a Sarah McLaughlin Brown Co.Ill--His son my Gr. Gr.grandfater was Andrew Hammond Born May 23 1853 Ill Died May 23 1923--I am looking for cencus records or probate trying to find Lymons family history--contact me a p.hammond@sbcglobal.net will pay for the research or info

James A,Robinson/Robbins

WilliamRobinson68 — 2003-12-04 01:52:04Z

trying to fine the father of James A,Robinson b.1857 ?
in ILL, D.1916 Blanchard,Iowa
he married Allie Iker Dec. 25 1878 in Page,Co Iowa.
Burial on James,Robinson in, Blanchard,Iowa in a unmarked grave.Don't know if his father was from ILL,
Any help at all would be nice.

SUMMERS

Sandy_Mackley — 2004-05-25 00:35:39Z

I am searching for SUMMERS around Metropolis in the 1860's.

Re: SUMMERS

Sandy_Mackley — 2004-05-25 00:35:39Z

I have found my family in Massac Co.,IL
1870 June 25th pg 18 & 19 Metropolis City P.O. Town 15 S. Range 5 East of 3rd P.M. Massac Co.,IL
122/122
Summers, William 47 farming TN
Mary J 44 kpg hs KY
Judora C 16 TN
Thomas B 13 TN
Andrew J 9 TN
Martha T 6 IL
Lucinda J 4 IL

From family history Mary J died in 1877 in Metropolis City,IL
*William is listed as d Oct 1880 Union City, TN
Lucinda J was my great grandmother, she moved to Union Twp. Ste.Genevieve Co.,MO as did Thomas. Where abouts of other siblings is unknown.

Beoughter, Baughter, Baugher,Beougher, Boughter, Boofter, Broughter ?

angelschepens — 2002-03-09 06:12:12Z

I am looking for someone willing to do a look up of IL ceneus. I have no idea which county. My Great - Grandfather's obit says he was born March.15,1868, IL. The spellings I have listed are the many various spellings I've across on vital statics. I am trying to find out who his father and mother were and if they may have come from Ohio. My Great - Grandfather's name was Curtis Beoughter. I would be grateful for any help.

Dummier Family

Patbobt — 2002-11-09 01:23:33Z

I am looking for any information on Louis and Louisa (Gebauer) Dummier.

I know they had 2 children Melva (my grandmother) and Oscar.

Please e-mail me with any information.

Thank You
Bob Todd

Looking for Lynch

tla1027 — 2002-01-23 14:41:40Z

I am looking for any information on an Annie Lynch, born in 1893 died in 1920's, I believe she died in Brookport, I am at a desperate state of searching. I just need a path to follow. She is my great-grandmother. I know that she had up to 6 children, yet I only have names of 4, Giles Harry , Paul, Reba and Carolyn and possibly a set of twins, with only one surviving out of infancy. I think that at least the first 2 children were born in massac. Thank you ahead for any information that may be out there. Patiently waiting a reply!!

Can someone do a marriage look-up please!

tla1027 — 2002-01-23 14:41:40Z

I am needing a marriage look-up for a Giles Harry Lynch that Married Maggie Elizabeth Smith on April 15, the year is going to be either 1933 or 1934, I would like to know how Giles listed his mother's name on the marriage license, and if he listed his father's name on the certificate. Patiently waiting a reply. Thank you

luther Thomas JONES

steveequal_1 — 2003-04-21 15:14:18Z

Luther Thomas Jones born in WV.about 1860. moved to ill. then to Ft.dodge iowa. His children were Charles H.b.1888 ,Leonard F.b.1890.,Elmer E.b.1892 ,Harley Edward b.1894, Luther W.b.1996, Florance J.b.1898, George b1900, John1904, and Raymond Jones b.1905. Luther T.'s wife was Malinda Walters.

My e-mali add. is steveequal@aol.com

Searching Sieveking's family 1894

jsieveking1 — 2003-05-13 08:00:44Z

My name is melinda and i'm searching my boyfriends family he believes that this family came to this state and he hunting for family members (ie) aunts,uncles nefews any family with last name sieveking that combind with is great grandfather and great grandmother family in this state here are the names

Lewis Sieveking b.1894
Lydia Sieveking ( Vieth ) b.1898

if u do know please contact my future husband john sieveking at jsieveking@yahoo.com or j.sieveking@verizon.net and u can reach him through email

ty Melinda Conley

Raymond Breese

windspeak2003 — 2003-07-07 02:02:19Z

I am looking for any information you can give me on the family name of Raymond Everett Breese, Jr. Otto Road, Loves Park, Illinois> (1967) Siblings> LeRoy, Raymond, Sue, Dorothy, Kathy, (that I can remember) There are four extra I can not remember the names.

Father name is Raymond Born 1917/Died either 1988/89. Wife died a year before/after. Both from Otto Road, Loves Park, Illinois. Looking for any information in regards to him and his wife (unknown name) They both died about a year apart. I think her name was Goldie Shaw or Ruth Shaw.

I believe she was from Indianapolis, Indiana and he was from Richland Center, Wisconsin.

Carmichael, Browne, Rose, Wilcox, & Anderson

geo3deb — 2003-12-31 22:47:35Z

I am interested in exchanging information about these early Massac County families. Names I am really interested in include Aaron Burr Brown, Ann Angeline Brown, John W. Carmichael, Isaac Hugh Carmichael, Elijah 'Eagleton' Carmichael, Elizabeth Wilcox, Holman Anderson. If you have information about these people and their ancestors or descendants I would really love to hear from you. I have some info and some speculation and would like to confirm or correct what I have.

Re: DANIEL, BUSH, BRANNON FAMILIES FROM TN TO IL

jmkelam — 2002-07-17 14:23:46Z

I am seeking decendents in the Walters family. do you have your Walters family line? jmkelam@hotmail.com

Re: Could someone tell me what county Grant, IL is in (1865)?

jmkelam — 2002-07-17 14:22:22Z

Can you tell me if you are a decendent of a Silas C Roberts married to Mary(Polly)Walters in Harrison IL in 1865? thanks
jmkelam@hotmail.com

Josephus or Joseph Copley

bronx1neil — 2005-01-31 05:03:28Z

Looking for information on Joseph (or Josephus) Copley. He may have been married to Jane Garrett. He was the father of George Copley(born abt 1861 in Massac Co).

Henry A Long

CEvrett — 2004-06-22 12:14:42Z

Looking for any information on my grandfather, Henry A. Long. I have hit a brick wall and am having a hard time getting around. I found one death record that could be him listing birth as June 1896 and death as Feb. 1983
I believe he was born in Illinois and died in Michigan, and his father was from Wisconsin and his mother from Illinois.
What I know he was married three times.
First marriage to Zelda middle name possibly start with L Unknown, two children Alvin H. Long and Zella middle name possibly start with E Long
Second marriage Bernice M. Wise one child Larry Lee Long (my father) divorced from Bernice abt 1965
Third marriage to Ruth Unknown

O.Duncan - Can anyone help me find her?

pathfinder4556 — 2002-06-08 05:01:56Z

She was living in Masaac County 1920-1930, possibly 1940's. period. Had children. Was she married there, or buried there? Would have probably been a church member. Please help if you can.

Taylors in Joppa/Metropolis

dkneest — 2002-01-13 06:06:13Z

I am trying to find out about John W. Taylor, born around 1868 in Illinois, and his wife Mary, born approx 1872. They had five children, Everett, Cynthia, Orman, John Heber (my grandfather) and Jack, who was an elected official in Massac Co. in the 70s-80s. I don't know Mary's maiden name but know she was born in IL; her parents, in TN. Any marriage or records (probably around 1888-1990) or other info? John Heber moved to Cincinnati with his wife, Mildred Dorris. Cynthia married Aikens and tayed in the area. Orman moved to Mt. Vernon. Thanks!

Re: JERSEY, SHELBY CO ILL

nut4wolf — 2002-07-19 11:14:09Z

I found no Convey's on the 1840 or 1850 Ill. census.

Steven HENKE&Cathy MArriage look-up

riechert — 2005-06-11 18:49:45Z

Looking for marriage for Steven Henke & Cathy
in phone directory for ILL and info on marriage or divorce
rrhovious@yahoo.com RRH

dale family in illinois

thebigo1 — 2002-10-10 17:06:13Z

I am looking for information on the Dale family in Illinois from 1820-1880's. Paul Dale had a farm and also owned a variety store in the country. He was married and had 16 children. Six of them died from Diptheria. He would be my gggrandfather. His youngest son Henry Kirby Dale moved to Lyndon Kansas in Osage Co. when he was "of age". He married Elizabeth Francis Martin there. She was raised there. They were maried in 1887. Their daughter Laura Alice was my grandmother. I have alot of information from Henry down to today. If anyone has information I would appreciate your help.

Re: looking for info about relatives

Debala715 — 2005-03-09 18:16:59Z

You haven't said whether your ancestors were from Massac County, Illinois.

If they were not from Massac County, then I would suggest that you post a message in the county they were from, as this message board is for the Massac County Genealogical Society.

Holden Gate May

genesnyde — 2005-10-04 22:40:21Z

My name is Gene Snyder I'm looking for the woman who wrote a book about the May family from Massac County. Holden was my great-great-great grandfather he was a Indian. My question is their any proof that he was a Indian??

Thank you

Gene Snyder

Death record lookup

hondabmw — 2003-12-22 05:01:31Z

Need a look up for Vernetta Pryor in the book of death records.She died 3/10/1909 in Massac Co. I can not find her parents name and am hoping it is there. Please help and thanks a lot for the help. Linda

Marriage Record "Someone please help me" Elliott to Miller

lindaclark1950 — 2002-03-30 21:36:28Z

Hi fellow researchers. My name is Linda and I am trying to find out where my parents got married. I have reason to believe they may have married in Massac County Illinois. They would have married between the years 1926 to 1932. My Mother's maiden name was Evelyn Miller. My Father's name was Melvin Elliott. If someone would be so kind as to look this up I would appreicate your help.
Thanks, Linda lclark@brtc.net

Joseph or John Graham

zinn157 — 2002-12-26 11:33:53Z

Need infro on Joseph or John Graham,John marrieed cynthia Ann Brewer ,in massac county in 1851
Joyce Zinn

Re: Buzzard's Roost Cemetery

cgmose1 — 2002-10-13 03:49:57Z

The sister of my John H. was married to John Goddard in Princeton, KY on November 11, 1821. Sounds like there may be a link here that will need to be researched further.

What is your relationship to John H. ?

Craig Moseley

Re: Buzzard's Roost Cemetery

cgmose1 — 2002-10-12 22:57:40Z

There is a possible connection.

I have a John H. Moseley that is the son of Clement Moseley. I don't have any birth/death/other info for John H., but he would be the brother of William Penn Moseley and Malinda Moseley Goddard. William Penn Moseley was born July 1, 1802 in Caldwell Co. KY and died February 16, 1869 in Illinois (Pope Co?).

Could this be the John H. you referred to?

Buzzard's Roost Cemetery

cgmose1 — 2002-10-02 14:24:54Z

Can someone please tell me the status of the Buzzard's Roost cemetery located in Sec 20, Township 15 S, Range 6 E? Is it still an active cemetery or has it fallen into disrepair? Are burial records available?

I have seen the listing for this cemetery published by the MCGC in 1992 (Book II). Some of my ancestors appear to be buried there (William Moseley & Rebecca Fox).

The cemetery is also known as Old Hall & Mt Olive. The location is described as 4/10 mi east on Hwy 825N from the intersection of Hwy 825N & 1900E, then up a dirt road on the left. MCGS Book II indicates it was vandalized at some point.

Thanks!

Re: Holden Gate May

borderbelle — 2005-10-05 13:04:44Z

Hi Gene.....Norma Jean (May) Huss is the lady you are inquiring about, but she passed away. Her book THE MAY FAMILY TREE is available at the library in Mt Vernon. I think my dad talked to a 'distant' relative the last time he was there. If you call him he may have the information you seek. From everything I can find, there is no solid paper trail that he was Cherokee, everything is word of mouth and has come down through the family. And yes, my email has changed !

SMITHS OF MASAAC CO

borderbelle — 2005-10-05 12:56:04Z

Looking for information about my grandfathers family. Grandfather was Hiram Smith, son of Thomas Smith & Emaline Wilshire Smith. Hiram is also listed in census records as Harmie,Harmon. He was born 1896. He had siblings Susan Anna b:1880, Jesse J b: 1885, Cassie (we know her info) and another unkn sibling. We have no information about his parents deaths or anything about Jesse. Also does anyone have information about Emalines family...GW Wilshire & Teletha Gerris? She had a brother named Henry who was listed with her & thomas in the 1900 Masaac Co census

buddy hickson

dorotheasuemike — 2003-03-12 23:21:54Z

I am looking for a man who father a baby with my sister in 1968 in union park fl. Tina was born 1969. She is going blind and we want to prevent her children from this same fate if possible. His girlfriend would have been wanda. She already had twin girls and two boys. wanda I think found him in a loney hearts club paper, At that time she worked at college or s s kresges. any help will be greatly appreciated.He could not forget Elmer Mike

J.W.Smallwood/Tabitha Yarber

yarber1 — 2002-02-08 14:29:17Z

Married 3JUL1850 vol.omb page0007
Interested in finding ancesters and the lineage of Tabitha.
Larkin Yarbrough-Yarber b.NC was living in Stewart CO.TN in the 1820's-1840's His wife was Nancy Slaughter, daughter of George and Tabitha.Larkin had aprx.5 daughters. The only one I am convinced of is Ellender who married Edward-Edmond Kirpatrick Brown and also a McKinney.
Thank-you
Ramona

James R. Wheeler-Elizabeth Yarber

yarber1 — 2002-02-08 14:19:29Z

They were married 27MAR1866 volA page22
I am interested to know if there might me someone connected to Elizabeth, or know her lineage.
thankyou
Ramona

Caroline Rodenberg (1838-1937) home?

BartGripenstraw — 2003-04-21 04:56:24Z

Is her home still standing? Where is it located? Does anyone have pictures of the home?

Looking for book - "Roar of God's Thunder"

cplawson — 2004-07-27 22:55:42Z

John Blanchard 1821-1901and wife Charlotte Justice 1823-1899 are buried in Pope Co. John is my 3rd gr-grandfather, just discovered. He led many churches in the area. I have found that he wrote a biography, title above. So far we can't find a copy to purchase online and all copies found are in genealogical collections and can't be loaned. Does anyone have a copy of this book they might sell?

Re: Lawrence Renshaw

cl_dewey — 2001-09-14 03:35:16Z

I'm not related to the Renshaw family, but if you have more info on Alice Krikava, perhaps we could make a connection there...I have Krikava's on my Gma's side of the family, and I know of a few that moved to the Illinois area; although most are from the Nebraska area. If any of this seems familiar, I'd love to talk with you more!

1/2 sister born in 1940's in Texas

betsylukens1 — 2004-04-12 17:56:01Z

I am seeking my half sister born in Fort Worth? The father and mine was Clyde Eugene Smith Jr. and the mother was a student at TCU? I was told the mother and daughter returned to Chicago in the 1940's.

Robert Douglas Crosier, 1839-1905

crosierd — 2004-04-19 15:27:23Z

I have seen my grandparents' and greatgrandparents' graves in the Masonic Cemetery in Metropolis, IL. However, my gg-grandfather, Robert Douglas Crosier, is said to be buried on a farm somewhere in Massac County. Could anyone help me find this Crosier family burial site?

Stiegart/Stegert

RitaFeltner34 — 2002-11-18 03:14:29Z

Looking for any information on an uncle who is dead but I cannot seem to find him on the ss index or any of the websites.
His name was Frank Stiegart, he married very late in life when he was in his 40's. Married a Polish lady I don't know her name. this was back in the early 40's. His parents were Charles and Rosie Stiegart. He had sisters named Louise, Agnes & Marie and brothers Fred and Edward. All are gone now. Some of his brothers died before him.

They lived on the South Side of Chicago on Keeley St.

Any information would be greatly appreciated.

George and Mary Egelhoff and their family

Tschwa6699_1 — 2004-02-13 18:33:25Z

I'm looking for full names, birthdates, marriages, death and any other information about the family.
George died on Jan. 29, 1916, Jerseyville, Jersey, Ill
Mary died August 1915 Jerseyville, Jersey, Ill.
Their children: Fred, William, Annie, Nickolas, George, Henry and Alice.
Than you, Barb

Mons Sorhus

johngarvik — 2002-10-29 17:59:22Z

Dear sir/madam
we are searching for our gggrand father whiot the name of Mons Sorhus witch died in La Salle county,IL in 1941
We have been able to get hold of his death record, and we are seeking for any posible living relatives.

sincerely Monika Garvik
Norway

grammer family

docearth58 — 2004-02-24 16:46:05Z

looking for info on mary isabelle grammer b 1870 indixon spring ill. can't seem to find any info on her or her family she married a john c. hurst in 1893.

Re: Laird's in Metropolis

SaraKimmel62 — 2004-07-11 00:52:12Z

Hi,
I am researching my family and have 2 James S. Laird in lineage. James S. Laird, Sr. married to Susan Barnhardt and Their son James S Laird Jr. They are my ggg-grandfather and gggg-grandfather. Would be very interested in photo. Please contact me so we can compare info.
Thanks, Sara

JERSEY, SHELBY CO ILL

hazel_regot — 2002-06-13 04:20:50Z

I AM TRYING TO FIND INFO ON THE NAME CONVEY IN SHELBY CO ILL ABT 1840 THANKS HAZEL

Flora A. Nelson Taylor

ginotaylor — 2002-03-28 01:35:44Z

I am trying to find my ggrandmother Flora Ann Nelson who married Oscar J Taylor in Joppa Illinois in 1900. Have been able to locate my ggrandfather Green B. Taylor although all my documents show his name as Joseph. Oscar and Flora's marriage record shows her father as Jesse Nelson but no other information available. All documents show she was born in Illinois. Can anyone help?

Re: Looking for relatives =Reed

blueabyss — 2005-07-01 07:03:43Z

Well, that just might be my line!! I have a Robert Reed who lived in/around Grand Chain. I have the family Bible and have scanned it and can send a copy to you. It goes way back and I just recently found out where most are buried - They are buried in the Beechwood Cemetery. Actually this line is really my aunt by marriage lines. She kept all kinds of the things and since there are only 3 of us from her line and I am the only one who even cares about genealogy - I got the family trunk with the bible in it. Unfortunately, I do not know a lot about the line, since it really is not a direct line - but will share the scanned pictures if that will help.

Email me at blueabyss@sbcglobal.net

Sue

Re: Looking for relatives =Reed

blueabyss — 2005-07-12 00:03:21Z

Because I have the Reed Finn Bible. And I am willing to provide copies of the information in it. Reed's were related to my great aunt Margery Schneider who married John Starkes.

Re: Looking for relatives =Reed

blueabyss — 2005-06-24 11:36:08Z

Can you provide more information. Your request is a wide open book.

Danish emigrants in Illinois

stryhn_1 — 2005-03-05 10:06:16Z

I search any informaion about Danish emigrants from Lolland-Falster (Maribo) Denmark in Illinois. Information from decendants, - anything will help.

Med venlig hilsen / Best regards

Tom Stryhn

http://www.tom-stryhn.dk

great aunt and uncle ;Martha and her husband roethler

4wagners — 2003-02-19 17:38:09Z

looking for these people possible they moved to ILL to be close to her sister(jeannette)scholz from SD. Anybody can help?

Re: Holden Gate May

haslam531 — 2005-10-06 16:07:41Z

I believe that the story, as told to me by Larry May, goes like this. The family that adopted Holden woke one morning to go outside to find this young Indian boy holding onto the post of a gate. He had spent the night holding himself off the ground to protect himself from something or someone that was chasing him. The family had compassion on him, taking him, in as their own son, naming him Holden Gate May. Holden Gate for him “holding on to the gate” all night.

Hogan - Reynolds

PVASESKA — 2002-03-20 22:00:28Z

I am looking for any information on Sarah Josephine Hogan Reynolds. I know her birth date and that she lived in Massac Co., but that is the only information that I have. Thank you.

LOOKING FOR SOME INFORMATION ON AN EWARD CLIFFORD?

toschasmith — 2003-07-21 23:42:06Z

HELLO I AM LOOKING FOR INFORMATION ON AN EDWARD CLIFFORD WHO WAS THE SON OF ISAAC CLIFFORD AND JANEY PANKEY. AND IF ANYONE HAS INFORMATON ON ISAAC CLIFFORD THAT WILL HELP ME THANK YOU VERY MUCH..

YOU CAN CONTACT ME AT delmarsangel_17@hotmail.com
thanks!!!

Re: LOOKING FOR SOME SMITH PEOPLE!!!!

toschasmith — 2003-07-21 01:20:26Z

sorry they have more children and they are Elmer Smith, Mrs. Nellie (sheham), and Ray A. Smith who married Grace Powell and i am looking for info on her too. ray a smith is my great grandfather. please if you have any info on any of these people please feel free to email me. thank you
toscha

LOOKING FOR SOME SMITH PEOPLE!!!!

toschasmith — 2003-07-21 01:18:23Z

i am looking for an Ora Smith who married Bitha Smith (Tyster) their children are Leonard Smith, Thomas Smith, Mrs. Nora Smith, Hugh Smith, Miss. Clara Smith, Mrs. Alice Haney, Harold Smith. if you have any information on any of these people feel free to contact me at delmarsangel_17@hotmail.com. thank you..

toscha smith

Re: Dummier Family

Gentrackers — 2003-03-03 03:01:58Z

i remember a mrs dummier that lived in a house past unity school when i was a kid she was real old she would walk down the road carring her grocerys and would never take a ride from anyone she always wore a bonnet and thick leather boots i know she was german is she related to you this was in the 70s i have a older sister thats about 20 years older than me that remembers her better than me we were just talking the other day and had discussed older folks from our youth and mrs dummier was one we remembered ..........fate gentracker@hotmail.com

Re: Buzzard's Roost Cemetery

crenshawrascal — 2002-10-12 21:43:23Z

I just came across your posting. Does you William Moseley connect to a John H. Mosley, who was in the Hopkinsville, Kentucky area around 1830, spent sometime around western Kentucky and possiby Southern Illinois, before moving to southwestern Arkansas where he's found in Clark County in 1837.

look-ups

rmglider — 2005-04-24 16:47:47Z

Hope to find someone who might do a birth look- up in Illinois.or possible census Abt. 1894-95. Unfortunatley I only have the approximate date. The name James Arron Dexter.
No parents names either. He was found in 1930 Ark. with wife bessie and it said he was born in Ilinois he was 35-36 at time so guessing that he born ABT 1894-95.
thanks Mary

Re: Taylors in Joppa/Metropolis

LNeisinger — 2002-03-16 14:55:22Z

I have family named Dorris some where Metropolis is listed Dorris Or Ballard My g-father was Wm. F Dorris Married to Edna M Ballard her family fom Vine Il near metropolis If you have any infor that might be helpful that would be great I did find some Dorris in Breece Il. but know one there now seems to know my g-father

Frazee Family

2001-10-28 05:57:35Z

Hey thats great I found another second cousin. Yes all of my
dad's brother and sisters are alive. I have not seen Uncle
Dwayne since my grandparents passed away. Grandma
Lettie in 1977 and Grandpa in 1979. He lived in Phoenix, Az
for years then in Scottsdale, Az and now in Las Vegas, Nv.
We have the Frazee reunion at Uncle Loren's girl Nadines
house in Rushville,Il. It's a beautiful log home that her and
her husband built and when her husband Bob passed away
she has maintained by herself. She has one son Mike.
Loren Jr. passed away in August of 99. He had Alsheimers and his wife Juanita died last year. But Jack, Ruth , Jerry ,
Mildred, Nadine and Ronnie are all alive. (Uncle Lorens kids)
Aunt Vida's girls of the two. Bonnie is still living near
Chicago. LaWanda is deceased from cancer.
Trying to find out about Uncle Jeffs kids. But no luck yet.
Well will close for now. Better get some shut eye.
Will talk again.
Will answer all your questions tomorrows e-mail.
Wait till I call Nadine. She'll be thrilled to know I found another
Cuz.
Take Care.
Regards to your family
Shelley

Frazee Family of Massac County, IL.

2001-10-28 05:36:14Z

Dear Warren,
It was good to get your message. But I don't know if I can be
of much help. I am just getting started in this family search.
But I will be glad to tell you what I know. My dad's mother
was a Frazee. She was born on 8-24-1887 out in the country
of Massac County, Il. Near what is now Metropolis, Il. She
was the oldest of 13 children. All of the children are now
deceased. My dad was the oldest of 4 children of Everett
Paul Fisher Sr. and Lettie Louise Frazee Fisher. He was
born 9-24-1920. He and his bro. and sisters are all living.
All my dad has living that we are aware of is several cousins
and their families.
We have a Frazee Reunion the last Sat. of Sept. in Rushville,
Il. You are more than welcome to come.
I am still searching for birth records on my grandma and her
siblings from Massac, County but they were all born at home
and my dad says there probably wasn't a dr. present to record
the births.
I think that is neat that you found a town named Frazee. Maybe we have family roots in Minnisota too.
I bet you get alot of snow up there.
Nice hearing from you and I hope we can keep in touch. If I
run across any information that would be of help to you I will
let you know.
Till the next time.
Sincerely
Shelley Deardeuff
P. S.
Take Care.

Frazee Family Massac County IL.

2001-10-28 05:19:45Z

Hey Don,
Thanks for replying. My dad is the oldest of 4 children of Paul
and Lettie Fisher. My dad was born 9-24-20 , then Audrey was
born 11-08-22 then Richard Dwayne in 04-29-24 and Norma in
07-29-28 ?
My dad lives here in Pittsfield, Il. near us in a camp-ground in
his travel trailer. My mother passed away Dec. 24, 1989. They
used to travel all over the country but dad has not pulled the
camper since her death. Aunt Audrey still lives in Peoria.
Uncle Dwayne is in Las Vegas, Nevada and Aunt Norma is
still in Peoria.
My husband and I live in Pittsfield, Il. We have 3 children and
5 grandchildren. I am the oldest of 3. My brother Paul is a
semi-driver 28 years. He is divorced but has 3 step-children
and 2 natural children. My sister Carrie is divorced also but
has no children. She lives in Lake Worth, Fl.
My dad worked for the P&PU Railroad for 35 years.
He always told grandpa Fisher he was going to work on the
railroad and own a Packard. And he did both. He owned 3
Packards.
Hoping to hear from you soon.
Shelley

Re: Taylors in Joppa/Metropolis

MaryEllen_Capps — 2003-01-20 21:08:48Z

I too am looking for Taylors in Joppa/Metropolis 1855-1880. My gg-grandparents were Felix G. and Mary Ann (Smith) Taylor. They were listed in the 1850 census, but were gone in the 1860 census. They had a son named John born about 1844 in Massac Co., IL. They also had a son Felix Allen Taylor born about 1852. On Felix Allen's 1879 marriage record to Alice Richie he is listed as a physician. They married in Brooklyn/Joppa, IL. I find no record of him in the 1880 census. Do any of these names sound familiar?

lost family

theyank — 2002-09-21 19:51:04Z

looking for connections to findley mcdonald&katy collins 1785+
mathew neil mcdonald& julina robbins 1818+
JOHN GILBERT MCDONALD&REBECCA JANE RENO 1855+
CHILDRED LEVITT MCDONALD,WILBUR,CHARLIE ANDREW,MINNIE,&WINNIE MCDONALD
JOHN GILBERT JR.

ALSO MARY A. HORTON=BORDEN JOHN W. BORDEN
AMERICA REBECCA BORDEN
E-MAIL REPLYS TO theyank@aol.com

James W Parks

BettyKnapp24 — 2004-12-12 19:30:32Z

I'm searching for the parents of James W Parks. He was born in Lawrence County, Ohio in 1839 and died in 1906 in Massac County, Illinois. He was in the civil war and enlisted in Xenia, Illinois. He was also a Medal of Honor Winner. In the 1850 Ohio census, there is a James Parks living with Samuel Rawson. In the 1870 census a James Parks is living with Richard Wallace in Massac County, Ill. If any one has any information about James I would really appreciate it. Thank You

Latham Decendants from Metroplis Illinoise

DinkCody — 2004-05-01 00:42:41Z

My father was born in Metroplis in 1923 he died in 1971 I was 9 when he died, I'm looking for any relation I may have (cousins) My fathers name is Lannas Milo Latham. I would like to know a little of his past

McIntyre/McIntire

jimjean154 — 2005-10-08 21:39:00Z

Searching for info on the family of Wm. & Ann Mcintyre, who in l880 were in Massac Co., with children Lucy, Benj., Minerva, Charley, and Eddy.

l900 Benj. wife & 2 ch, Edward(bro), Walter(bro) were in Ballard Co., Ky.

I think it is this Walter in Scott Co., Mo., just west of Ballard Co., Ky. l920 married to Deca Bell Baker, with child Anna Bell. l930 in Mississippi Co., Mo.

Any info, e-mail jimjean@cox-internet.com Jean

Lucy Mcintyre Croach & Minerva Nolte

jimjean154 — 2005-10-08 21:39:00Z

Searching for obits of Lucy McIntyre Croach d l9ll and her sister Minerva I. McIntyre Nolte d after l900.

Please e-mail jimjean@cox-internet.com Jean

David G Rossie Cook, Ill

JaneRossie — 2005-07-17 23:10:52Z

I am searching for any information on David G Rossie
Born? died 2000 in Cook Ill

Where is Rev. Maben Anderson Marlow / Marlowe buried?

NancyLSpicerTrice — 2004-03-24 18:07:41Z

Seek death and burial locations for Rev. Maben A Marlow(e) and wife Artemissia.

He was born in 1825, Sumner Co, Tn and died in 1886 per his bible, but location was not given. In 1860 census he was in Caldwell Co Ky. By 1869 he was in Massac Co Ill and between then and his death in 1886 he lived and ministered in Massac, Union, Johnson, Williamson, Clay and Wayne counties.

His first wife was Artemissia Annette Long. She died in 1879 [she is listed in 1880 Mortality Schedule for Massac Co]. In 1884 Maben married Angelina Hawk(e) in Union County. At that time he was living in Johnson County.

Where are Maben and Artemissia buried? What became of Angeline after Maben's death?

Have a lot of info to share on his parents, siblings and descendents of all of them but desperately seeking confirmation of his death and burial location.

Thanks,
nt

Marlow(e) Families

NancyLSpicerTrice — 2004-03-24 18:07:41Z

When did Michael A Marlow, b 1832, Tn die and where is he buried?

His wife, Melissa Dobson, born 1837 in Tenn, d 18 Dec 1872 per the newspaper announcement. Where is she buried?

Michael and Melissa were parents of Alexander Hatton, Dolly, Hugh and Minnie.

Anyone have any information on any of them?

Thanks,
nt

Re: Neo????, IL, 1920's

dicktague1 — 2005-10-06 16:13:32Z

Kay There is a town of Neoga in Neoga township, Cumberland co. It's on I-57 between Matoon & Effingham. Dick

Looking for relatives

reynekelly — 2005-06-24 03:48:32Z

Family names I am looking for are Hurley, Beggs, Reed. All are from the southern part of Illinois.

Re: Frazee Family of Massac County, IL.

blskidmore — 2002-09-15 15:49:53Z

I have been looking for information for years on the earlier years of my Great great Grandfather, John Wesley Frazee. I know that he and another brother came from Illinois to Missouri, leaving one brother, Marion in Illinois. My Great great grandfather settled in Missouri, but the other brother went on West.

Beverly Frazee Skidmore

Smithfamily

realbambi10 — 2003-07-25 19:56:46Z

Hello

I'm looking for family of Johann Smit (John Smith) he was born in 1896 in Germany and moved to the usa. His parents were Nanne Smit and Cornelia Leegstra.
All I know he was married to Lina and had 3 boys named: John, Richard and Ernst and they lived in Chicago.
Can anybody help me out how or where I can find them?

Parker Brim Pillow's mother's probate record

karenrolf — 2003-12-18 05:40:37Z

My gr., gr., grandfather was Parker Pillow. Some time ago
I saw a posting, on another message board in regards to his
mother's probate record. I believe they lived in the Metropolis area, and she died around 1870? I think her name may have
been Nancy, and her husband possibly was Martin Pillow.
Any info. would be greatly appreciated, as I'm not sure exactly
who Parker's mother was. I believe he had a sister named
Nancy also.

Relative ?

annshrlck_1 — 2003-01-09 16:01:14Z

I am trying to trace Maureen Shaw. I believe she went to live in America during the 1950/60s. She was born in Loughrea Co. Galway Ireland. She would be in her late sixties now. I know she married at least once whilst she was in America.

camren,robert

susanoliver34 — 2005-05-02 18:54:12Z

who was married to lucy twiddle,they was illinois born,but where? when where did they marry and where did they die,i know they had one child who was bert camren he married louise ferrell they was illinois born,bert died in calif,louise died in illinois,searching for any birth notice on bert he was born plymouth illinois,bert son was herbert ray camren was born in macomb illinois mcdonough co,can any one do a birth notice for me,herbert married minnie lee davis she was okla born,herbert and minnie both died in calif,searching for their marriage help please.

samuel griffin

griffinrussell — 2005-10-10 19:23:37Z

looking for samuel griffin who was supposedly a fireman or firechief for chicago according to my aunt gertrude. samuel came from england and his father's name was philip griffin. is there anyway of finding a listing for firemen in chicago. I beleive this all incures between 1870 and 1900 but this is just a guess. any help out there I would appreciate it.

Re: Hibbott

qujul9 — 2004-12-03 15:55:59Z

Sorry to bother you have tried to email the address you gave and it was returned as not known as one of our customers, can you please check

Re: Hibbott

qujul9 — 2004-12-03 10:26:30Z

Thank you very much

Lookup: Julia Ann FREEMAN JACOBS circa 1880+

cgmose — 2003-09-03 03:12:43Z

I would appreciate a death/cemetery lookup for Julia Ann FREEMAN JACOBS (b. abt. 1824, Pope Co, IL) Married on Sept 22, 1844 to Henry JACOBS of Pope County.

Last known record: 1880 census of Massac Co. shows her living with Daughter Nancy ROBY of Metropolis. She does not appear in the 1900 census and had presumably died by that time.

Kaulig/Jacobson Searching descendants

joanniec1 — 2002-04-07 23:53:20Z

I am searching for the descendants of Frank and Helen Kaulig.
Helen (nee Jacobson) born: 1919 in Hancock, Mich.
They had a daughter Mary born about 1940
and a son Raymond (teacher) born in the 1940's.

A book is being written in Finland on our Jacobson line from the 1600's and I would like the current generations to be included.
Thank you for any assistance. Joan

BAKERs of Massac Co. (1850-1880)

jenboger1 — 2004-02-18 02:41:51Z

Seeking information on the Baker line in Massac Co. which includes the Dunning Baker (b. ca 1795) whose will was probated in 1875. Did he previously live in Marion Co.? Does anyone have a complete list of his wives (believe there were three) and children? Trying to establish whether I am descended from his son (Thomas) Jefferson Baker.

robert parker or leslie parker

duckie23 — 2002-11-10 02:26:44Z

i have my grandpa born in boaz and i would like to know for sure what his dads real name is????

Mary Christine (Saddler) Seedorf

reneelmaxwell — 2002-09-07 16:50:46Z

Need E-mail address of Cris (Saddler) Seedorf in Chebanse, Illinois. I believe they have a furniture store in Kankakee, Illionis. I have lost contact with her for 25 years. Her birthday is coming up and I would like to suprise her with an E-mail. I'm not sure she even has an E-mail address. If anyone has any information, please let me know.
Thanks

Re: Could someone tell me what county Grant, IL is in (1865)?

2002-07-30 23:22:44Z

In 1920 "Grant" was a Precinct in Massac Co., Illinois. I don't know what it was in 1865. This information came from census.

Re: Could someone tell me what county Grant, IL is in (1865)?

2002-07-30 23:22:44Z

I find no one in my family tree with names you mentioned.

Re: MACK, MORRISON, STRAIGHT.

bender3 — 2004-08-30 13:02:04Z

do you know off a Dexter Mathew Straight ,he was from Wanye Co. Ill, he was my greatgrandfather

Skurlock/Scurlock, Nunley, Biggs, Lockerby and Floyd

dsb10 — 2003-09-29 01:34:22Z

My great grandfather Zachariah H. Skurlock came to Pope Co., IL approx. 1862 and joined the Union Army. He came from Warren Co., TN. He was in the 131st Il. infantry, Co. G. He enlisted in Harrisburg. His wife was Millie Nunley. He deserted in 1863. He had a sister Nancy E. Skurlock who married a William B. L. Biggs. Another sister was Easter P. Scurlock who married a John Lockerby. These two sisters were in Pope Co., Il. also. Zachariah's mother, a Hannah ? remarried a Jonathan Floyd. Anyone know anything about these people, please contact me. Thank you

Don Bulla

James Scurlock

dsb10 — 2003-09-29 01:34:22Z

Looking for the name of wife and children of James Scurlock, b. 1801. He was the son of Samuel and Martha Terry Scurlock. Any info appreciated. Don Bulla

gass

EarleeneP — 2002-11-24 23:46:35Z

need any information on johnn gass & tomar chenney belived to be in illinois or indiana, need a list of their children.

Jacob G Griggs

jancravens — 2004-11-14 01:59:02Z

Does any one have any information on JacobG Griggs? He is from Lawerance county IL. I am a great niece of his doing family research....

John A. Edwards & Martha J. Johnston

beesea1 — 2004-04-28 17:09:36Z

Seeking information on John A. Edwards & Martha J. Johnston who were married in Massac Co. 22 December 1896.

John Parker ALLAN / ALLEN, 1845-1901, Cairo, Alexander Co., IL to Malden, Dunklin Co., MO

robcarryea_1 — 2004-03-05 20:11:44Z

John Parker ALLEN
b. 20 Dec 1845 in Cairo, Alexander, IL
d. 30 Nov 1901 in Malden, Dunklin, MO

Parents of John Parker ALLEN: (married 11 Jan 1845 in N. Caledonia, Pulaski, IL)
Alexander ALLAN/ALLEN, b. 1813 in Paisley, Renfrewshire, Scotland; lived in Edinburgh before coming to IN, U. S.A.; d. 1859 in Massac Co., IL
Louisa PARKER, b. 1828 in IL; d. after June 1900, probably in Malden, MO

Siblings of John Parker ALLEN:
Martha A., b. 1847, m. John R. DAVIS
Emma, b. 22 Dec 1849; d. 12 July 1885 or 1888 in Dexter, MO; m. Noah TOMERLIN
Alex, b. 30 Nov 1851 in Pulaski Co., IL; d. 28 Feb 187_
M. E. (possibly called "Libbie"), b. 3 June 18__; d. 19 Sept 18__.
Two (names unknown) died in infancy.

Wife of John Parker ALLEN:
Julia Anne MARTIN b. 6 June 1848 in Alexander Co., IL; d. 7 August 1928 in St. Louis, MO

Children of John Parker ALLEN and Julia MARTIN:
Ida Louise, b. 1872 in IL; d. 1964 in St. Louis, MO, never married
John Watson, b. 1876 in IL; d. 1946 in St. Louis, MO; m. Della ESTES
Martin, b. 12 December 1879 in IL; d. 8 September 1942 in St. Louis, MO, never married
Fred Oscar, b. 7 January 1882 d. 18 June 1939 m. Dixie Florence MINNIS
Stella Pearl, b. 26 September 1886 in Malden, MO; d. 15 February 1968 in St. Louis, MO, never married
Clarence Earl, b. 8 May 1891; d. 18 October 1951; m. Florence Hazel FOWLKES

John Parker ALLEN is my husband's great grandfather, and I would appreciate very much any information about him, his parents, siblings, or descendants. My father-in-law, who was only 16 when his own father died, is especially interested. I'll be glad to share additional information.

Carrye Allen

Re: Looking for surname ASBELL

rumz3 — 2005-08-26 02:44:53Z

I have researched my mother's family from Saline and Gallatin Co, IL. Her maiden name was Asbell. Is there anything I can help with?

Re: Looking for surname ASBELL

rumz3 — 2005-08-26 12:44:29Z

I have some info, that I will share with you later. First, put a surname query out on the Massac County Genealogy website and all the surrounding county web sites, like Pope, Hardin, Saline, Gallatin, etc, etc. I have gotten hits from this in the past on the Asbell line. This never hurts. The Asbell family was spread out in southern IL. Most were farmers and my side actually followed the coal mining business. Wherever there were mines, the family picked up and moved. There are also a lot of Asbell connections in Shoals, Mitchell, Petersburg, etc, all in Indiana, of which my family was found to come from and moved to IL, again, following the coal mininig business. Start there. Also, try www.cyndislist.com, if you haven't already. There is a huge Asbell / Asbill connection link with great history on the family.

Great Grandparents

dirtbag25 — 2004-04-13 21:06:09Z

I am looking for any info on my great-granparents. JohnW. Green And Ethel B. Davis I amstuck and I need some more info.

Reynolds/Harrington/McCurdy

Hal_1930 — 2004-02-25 23:53:03Z

I am interested in finding any information about my GF/GM Minnie (called Mina) (Reynolds) Harrington who were married in in 1898 in Brookport, IL. my GF died around March 1905. MY GM remarried John McCurdy shortly there after. They had 3 children:
- Gladys McCurdy
- Clifton McCurdy
- Martha McCurdy
- Ira McCurdy.

They lived in and oround New Liberty IL I believe in Pope Co. I was told that Harrington was Cherokee Indian. I have not been able to find any info on this family. Appreciate any info reply to Hal Scurlock at e-mail hlsjas@bellsouth.net

locate Franklin L Scurlock

Hal_1930 — 2004-02-25 23:53:03Z

I am searching for info on m GGF Franklin L Scurlock. The only record I can find is his marriage to Eliza J Steel in Brookport, Illinois on 16 February 1854. I cannot find a record of birth, death or where he was buried. Also no record on census. I believe he came from somewhere other than Massac Co. He had 3 children William Fletcher, James B. and Alice Scurlock onround 1860 +. I would like to find out who his parents were and where he was born. any help on info please contact me at hlsjas@bellsouth.net