Mecklenburg - Family History & Genealogy Message Board

Robert McMurry MORROW

Jacob L. Stewart — 8 Jan 1999 12:00:00 GMT

I am seeking any availale information concerning Robert McMurry Morrow, born probably between 1830 and 1840, married Mary Blakely. Robert and Mary were born in Mecklenburg County. Their children were Joseph, Robert, Hugh, Kissia, Kathryn, Ester, and Rosa. He was living in Iredell County,
North Carolina in the 1850's.

Thompson Orphanage

peka199 — 8 Oct 2008 6:28:44 GMT

Does Thompson Orphanage still exist?

1800's in Charlotte, NC

CABforHIM — 7 Oct 2008 2:20:19 GMT

John LOOKER married Harriet ELLIOTT in 1860/1861. Their daughter Mary Louise married John Trussia BENNETT 1881. John's father was Daniel BENNETT who married Lucy PHILLIPS. I'm researching all these names to further my research. Any help would be appreciated. I'm at a deadend with my LOOKER's and ELLIOTT's. Thank You, CINDY BENNETT

James Walker and Esther Black Will abstract Lookup

calvinewr — 1 Oct 2008 1:26:22 GMT

Seeking info on this couple married in 1796, I think Esther was the sister of Rosannah Black who also married a Walker (John). Don't know if John and James were related. Looking for the names of their children. Really looking for a copy of wills or will abstracts on James Walker, D. 1843 or Esther Walker D. 1850 from the Ferguson Minute Session books. Thanks and blessings to anyone who can help.

ALEXANDER TASSEY

RickReed21 — 21 Sep 2004 1:35:29 GMT

I AM LOOKING FOR ANY INFORMATION ABOUT ALEXANDER TASSEY AND HIS WIFE ELIZABETH WHO LIVED IN MECKLENBURG AND CABARRUS COUNTIES.ALEXANDER DIED AROUND APRIL OF 1798 IN MECKLENBURG.
BY 1800, HIS WIFE ELIZABETH WAS LIVING IN CABARRUS COUNTY.
I BELIEVE THAT ELIZABETH WAS A ROGERS. THEY HAD AT LEAST ONE SON DAVID ROGERS TASSEY BORN ABT. 1794/1795 AND TWO DAUGHTERS BORN BET 1790 AND 1800. DAVID WAS BOUND OUT TO AN ALEXANDER MCCLANNEHEN, CHAIRMAKER FOR FIVE YEARS. SOMETIME BETWEEN 1806 AND SAY 1808, I BELIEVE THEY MIGRATED TO TENNESSEE POSSIBLY WITH THE ROGERS FAMILIES THAT ENDED UP IN RUTHERFORD COUNTY. IF YOU HAVE ANY INFORMATION REGARDING THIS FAMILY PLEASE E-MAIL RICK REED AT FINDER5050@AOL.COM
THANKS!

John Knox who married Polly B. Robison, Nov 1813

pbruckner — 14 Sep 2008 12:19:07 GMT

Searching for ancestors and descendants of John Knox and Mary/Polly B. Robison? You'll find them at this site:

http://freepages.genealogy.rootsweb.ancestry.com/~bruckner/k...

Craigs of Mecklenburg & York Co SC

John Moore — 24 May 2000 12:00:00 GMT

Does anyone have knowledge of this family?
Descendants of Samuel Craig

1 Samuel Craig 1738 - 1780 b: Abt. 1738 in PA d: August 06, 1780 in Battle of Hanging Rock near Camden, SC
. +Ann Brownfield 1743 - 1814 b: 1743 in Chester Co PA d: Abt. 1814 in Lincoln Co NC
........ 2 Molly Craig
........ 2 William Craig 1773 - 1830 b: Abt. 1773 d: Abt. 1830 in Maury Co TN
............ +Jennet Campbell 1778 - 1813 b: Abt. 1778 in Mecklinburg NC m: April 23, 1798 in Mecklenburg NC d: Abt. 1813 in Maury Co TN
........ *2nd Wife of William Craig:
............ +Sophia Beard m: December 20, 1824 in Rutherford Co TN
........ 2 Jane Craig 1774 - 1832 b: June 17, 1774 d: September 1832
............ +John Hope m: in SC

John Brisbane Springs declared insane owned my ancestor Nancy

calvinewr — 7 Sep 2008 10:38:33 GMT

I have been tracing my gggggrandmother, Nancy Springs, 1780-1879 who was owned by a member of the Springs family (John Brisbane Springs, 1784-1837/47). In the early 1800s he was declared insane and I have found many entries in the Session Minutes of Mecklenburg county related to his family's attempt to care for him. He was placed under the guardianship of his father, John Jr. and when he died, his brother, WIlliam and when he died, his mother, Sarah. I am trying to theorize what happened to his slaves during this time. I have found evidence that he owned "Nance" from 1785 to early 1800s and then I found her again in the 1870 census as a 90 year old woman who gave her birthplace as Africa! I have also found that his brother's administrator was selling some of the slaves he owned in 1832 one of which was named Nancy. I have more evidence that JB killed one of his slaves named Andrew in 1816 during a "mental fit" which matches the time his guardianships began.

My question is, is it possible to see the details of the minutes? How would I do that? What types of court cases where someone is declared insane during the 1800s would be available to us now? I know that guardianship files are extant for Mecklenburg and will be requesting those through LDS, but what about court records and details? Can anyone help me out on this?

Also I have only been able to access the Ferguson minutes books up to volume 3, so I don't know if there are any more entries in his later volumes after 1830 for JB. Does anyone have those volumes? I just don't have the money right now to buy them and have been going to the Library of COngress (only 11 miles from lucky me). If anyone has the later volumes like 1831 - 1840 or later one, (volume 5 is the one I have purchased so far) could you look to see if there are any entries for John B. or Doctor John Springs? Thanks so much, any help is appreciated.

Macie Margaret Stanford Coffey death notice - 1990

joanie13R — 6 Sep 2008 9:35:47 GMT

From the Raleigh News & Observer, Friday, 9 March 1990, p. 5B - Macie Coffey, 99, World War I nurse - The Associated Press - CHARLOTTE - Macie Margaret Stanford Coffey, who the National Organization for World War Nurses says was of the three last surviving members of the Army Nurse Corps serving in World War I, has died. She was 99.
Mrs. Coffey died Monday at Providence Convalesecnt Residence.
In 1917, Dr. Addison Brenizer Sr., a prominent Charlotte doctor, was commissioned to deploy a medical unit to help with the war in Europe.
He recruited doctors and nurses from Charlotte, Wadesboro, Davidson and Rock Hill, S.C. --84 in all--including Mrs. Coffey.
She came home in 1919 and was hired as a nurse at the Asheville School for Boys.
There she met and in 1946 married the school's dean, A.A. Coffey. They later moved to Charlotte.
Six years ago, she broke her hip and went to the nursing home.
Recently, her money began running out and relatives called the Veterans Affairs Department for help. There was nothing officials could do. At the time, the VA hospital in Salisbury had no more beds available for female veterans.

Mollie S. Carter death notice - 1910

joanie13R — 6 Sep 2008 9:24:33 GMT

From the Charlotte Daily Observer, Sunday, 4 December 1910, p. 6 - Funeral of Mrs. Mollie Carter Yesterday. - The funeral of Mrs. Mollie S. Carter was conducted yesterday afternoon at 3:30 o'clock from the First Associate Reformed Presbyterian church by the pastor, Rev. George W. Hanna. Interment was at Elmwood.
Mrs. Carter died Friday morning at 7:30 o'clock at the new home into which she and her husband, Mr. B.B. Carter had moved only a few months ago in Piedmont. She was 41 years old. She was the daughter of the late W.H. Lemmond and Elizabeth Crockett Lemmond, being a native of Union county. Some time ago she suffered a stroke of paralysis, which was followed only a few days ago by a second stroke. There are no children.

Duncan Preston Shaw death notice-1910

joanie13R — 6 Sep 2008 9:18:33 GMT

From the Charlotte Daily Observer, Sunday, 4 December 1910, p. 6 - Mr. D.P. Shaw Dead - Pneumonia Claims Promising Young Lawyer of Lumberton as a Victim - Mr. Duncan Preston Shaw died early yesterday morning at the Presbyterian hospital, where for several days he has been ill with pneumonia. Mr. Shaw was from Lumberton and was only 32 years old. A short time ago he came to Charlotte to [consult] specialists as to his health. While here he was taken suddenly ill and was placed in the hospital. His decline came with unexpected suddenness, so that none of his relatives had been summoned when the end occurred. His wife and two of his brothers, Messrs. T.M. and J.L. Shaw, arrived yesterday at noon. In the afternoon the remains were conveyed to Lumber Bridge, interment to occur in the family semetery.
Mr. Shaw was a lawyer by profesison and already had risen high in it. The esteem in which he was held by those who knew him best was eloquently attested by the fact that in the recent Legislature he represented Robson county in the State Senate. His death comes with crushing force to his relatives and is a cause for sorrow among all who knew and admired him.

" Janie Magness (Brooks)

BillMagnus21 — 30 Aug 2008 7:29:42 GMT

Looking for a kind peron to locate the obit for Janie Magness (Brooks. She died 3 Feb.2004 in Mecklenburg Co.,N.C.
It says she was born in 1919 and died at the age of 84. Trying to determine if this was a missing relative. The dates fit. Any information would be greatly appreciated.

Bill Magnus
bjmag1212@yahoo.com

sarah price (or Rice) Kerr

newtedsnan — 30 Aug 2008 6:13:56 GMT

Looking for information about Sarah Price, my 5th gg mother. She is reported to have been married abt 1780 to Joseph Kerr. They were from Mecklenburt, North Carolina, and are parents of William J Kerr, Mary Kerr, Andrew Kerr, Joseph Kerr, and Sarah Kerr. My line runs through William. Any information would be most welcome.

THOMAS GREEN BARNET(T) MECKLENBURG CO, NC

lr115743 — 1 Apr 2007 5:54:33 GMT

I am look for more information on the lineage of Thomas Green Barnett 1791 and Thomas Green Barnett 1813

One of them married Elizabeth Ewart but I am not sure which one. Anyone have any insight? The 1850 census records have left the question open.

Thomas 1791 first married Margaret Brown in 1826 and she died prior to 1850.

Robert Smith/Willie Fite of Gaston County N.C.

SBrown4516 — 5 Aug 2005 10:49:36 GMT

I have located birth cetificate for Monroe Decater Smith, son of Robert Smith and Willie Fite of Gaston County N.C. Does anyone else have connections for these Fite's or Smith's?

Browns and Herrons, early 1800's

jbrevell — 23 Aug 2008 8:53:47 GMT

Hello,

I have tried without success to find some proof that the name of my great-great-great-grandparents was Jesse and Mary Brown of Mecklenburg County, NC. This information(posted below) appeared in a quarterly from the genealogical society. I am not doubting the information, mind you, but I can find no proof of Jesse Brown's existence. Their son was my great-great grandfather, John W. Brown. He only noted on the census that he was born in Meck. County, NC, and that his father was born in England and his mother in Virginia. He never named them. I have checked passenger lists, census records, marriage records, wills, and cemetery records. No where can I find a record of Jesse Brown's existence. There is no marked grave for him or Mary in Steele Creek Cemetery, although his two daughters-in-law, Mary Herron Brown and Jane Herron Brown are buried there.

Here is what the quarterly said: (parenthesis are my notes)

Two Brown brothers came down from Virginia and spent the night in Mecklenburg County. One brother liked the area so well he decided to stay. That brother was Jesse Brown. (We believe the other brother went to York County, SC).

Jesse Brown was born on January 5, 1748/49. He married Mary whose last name is unknown and here are his Children.

1. Nancy Brown born January 9, 1779.
2. Jesse Brown II, March 4, 1781.
3. Josiah Brown, born Dec. 1, 1781. He married Livina Frazer, Mecklenburg marriage bond dated June 19, 1814. His 2nd wife was Sarah Smith. Their marriage bond dated Oct. 4, 1835.
4. Elizabeth Brown born Sept. 8, 1782
5. Benjamin Brown born Aug, 10, 1787, married Jane Herron, June 8, 1809, bondsman for the wedding was his brother Josiah Brown. (After Jane's death, Benjamin married again, and moved to TN. Who did he marry??)
6. Mary Brown born Jan. 18, 1790.
7.Parker Brown born Apr. 2, 1795, married Margaret. The name of only one child is known, B. Green Brown, who married Lizzie. one of their children was margaret W. Brown. (Parker Brown and family later moved to York County.)
8. Mary Brown born Nov. 10, 1798, the first Mary died as a child.
9. John W. Brown born June 25, 1801. He married Mary Herron, bond dated Feb. 5, 1828. she was the daughter of Allen Herron and his wife Esther McDowell, and she was the sister of Jane Herron who married Benjamin Brown. (After Mary's death John W. moved to GA and married Phoebe B. S. Anthony, and they settled in Lowndesville, SC, where he was hired to build the Diamond Springs Hotel. I have the information from there on down.)

I would love to hear from anyone who has any information on any of the people listed above, and particularly Jesse and Mary Brown. Again, I don't doubt that is their names, but where is the record? I'd just like to see it for myself or hear how we know that is their names, because I can't find them anywhere.

Thanks so much,
Joanne Brown Revell
jbrevell@yahoo.com

Daniel McAulay/McAuley Prudence Alexander Mecklenburg Co North Carolina

SSCotton45 — 18 Jul 2004 6:09:53 GMT

Looking for information on Daniel McAulay/McAuley that married Prudence Alexander Feb 7 1802 in Mecklenburg Co North Carolina. He was a Rev War solider. He and Prudence are buried in Gilead Presbyterain Church Cemetery in Mecklenburg Co . They had a daughter Erixanna that married Benjamin Brown. Their daughter Mary E Brown married Samuel W Sherrill, their daughter Laura Alice Sherrill married Andrew Jackson Shepherd. I am looking for information on Daniel, Erixanna, Mary E Brown. I have Daniel's father listed as Ewen and mother Primrose. Any help will be appreciated. Thanks........Sarah

Wilsons of Charlotte

Kandi Anderson McLaney — 28 Oct 2000 12:00:00 GMT

PARKS,WILSON,YOUNG,JOHNSTON,RIDDEL

Janet38 — 27 Nov 2006 3:58:32 GMT

Wish to share with descendents of the PARKS family in Mecklenburg Co, NC: Brothers: Robert b 1725 d 1780, David b ca 1729 d 1813, John ca 1731 d 1813 Sisters: Ester md Robert WILSON, Mary Ann md William JOHNSTON bur Sugar Creek Cem., Sarah md Andrew YOUNG, and Rebecca md James RIDDEL.
Family removed to MCNC from PA.C from PA.

Josiah Brown

stacyturner123 — 26 Nov 2003 4:16:08 GMT

Looking for any one who has research on Browns, Looking for a Josiah Brown from N.C. but was in Greene Co. Ms, by l830, Born 1781, married to a Sarah ? when in Ms. I have located in M-county a Josiah Brown who married to a Sarah Smith. Help.

Lewis and Cain families

Mary L. Tyler — 15 Mar 1999 12:00:00 GMT

In the Court of Common Pleas of Mecklenburg Co., NC, Nov. 1821, the jury ordered a Division of Lands of Francis LEWIS among his Heirs to wit: Sterling Lewis, Catherine Lewis (wife of Elisha CAIN), Henry Lewis, George Lewis (of Putnam Co., GA), Archibald Lewis, Alberry Lewis, John Lewis, Sarah Lewis, and Williamson Lewis. Court records indicate that Francis Lewis died about April or May 1814. Were the heirs of Francis Lewis his brothers and sisters? I have some information on this family but need much more.

Will McCafferty - John Springs bill of sale 1785

calvinewr — 15 Aug 2008 3:36:40 GMT

Is anyone familiar with a Will MCafferty in the late 1700s in Mecklenburg. I have located a deed abstract that has him selling 3 slaves to John Springs, Jr. One of the slaves, Nance is I believe an ancestor of mine (Nancy Springs)I am trying to trace back to Africa. I am trying to find out who McCafferty was, where he lived and how he came to have those three slaves. I could not find any McCaffertys in 1790, 1800 or 1810 census in Mecklenburg. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

Robert Allen and Jenny Green

pjoyhaynes — 13 Aug 2008 3:09:41 GMT

Looking for information on Robert Allen and Jenny Green, married 13 Feb 1806, Mecklenburg County. James Cook was the bondsman. James Cook might have married Sarah Allen, 30 Dec 1806. William Cook was the bondsman. William Cook might have married Eleanor Allen 6 Aug 1810. Thomas Allen was the bondsman.

Lila Emmerson Hendricks death notice

joanie13|MA1278092 — 5 Aug 2008 12:06:39 GMT

From the Charlotte Observer, Thursday, 12 April 1928, front page: Hendricks Rites Today - Funeral Services for Charlotte Woman Held at Home. - Funeral services will be held this afternoon at 5 o'clock at the home, 226 Sylvania avenue, for Mrs. Lila Emmerson Hendricks, 37, who died yesterday afternoon at 1:15 o'clock after an illness of about four weeks.
Rev. C.O. Williams, pastor of Statesville Avenue A.R.P. church, will be in charge. Friday morning the remains will be taken to Mocksville for burial.
Surviving are Mrs. Hendricks' husband, G.M. Hendricks, clerk in the Seabord railway office here; a son, Ralph; and a daughter, Sarah. Mrs. Hendricks had for the past 14 years been a native of Charlotte. She was a member of the First Christian Church of Charlotte.

Looking for boundary line between Anson & Mecklenburg before 1852

MaeHamiltonAmbrose — 2 Aug 2008 5:49:24 GMT

Can anyone with certainly tell me where the north-south boundary line was between Anson and Mecklenburg before Union was created in 1842?

I am assuming that Monroe was in Anson.

Tying to locate property in 1820's on Richardson Creek owned by ggg gf, Methodist preacher Archibald Brown.

Thank you, Mae Hamilton Ambrose

How to obtain estate papers?

calvinewr — 1 Aug 2008 11:32:34 GMT

What is the quickest way to get copies of estate/probate/settlement papers from Mecklenburg county? I am not talking about just the will, but the other papers that the admin or exec has to file to settle the estate. I know about LDS microfilm, and I am waiting on some right now, but I wonder if you can request copies from the Register of Deeds without knowing the book and page, would they do a search? I doubt it, but does anyone have experience with that? I am talking about estates from the 1800s and 1945. Thanks

Obtain UnCertified Death Records thru Dept of Health

smithmisskaye — 18 Jul 2008 6:01:42 GMT

Hello:

I don't live in N.C.
but have had to REQUEST records by mail.
the mecklenburg county courthouse does not store
death records. Perhaps at one time they did.
But I've Requested uncertified death records thru
the Dept of Health. Its much cheaper than Certified/ Not an Official document. But for genealogy its great !
The oldest death record I got was for 1915-1916.

Usually you can call the Health DEPT (in Mecklenburg Co)
and ask them to LOOK UP THE NAME of the DECEASED.
They may need the YEAR of DEATH.
Then you can send in the fee WITH a SASE.
If you need Marriage Records that aren't classified
as ARCHIVES - then contact the COURTHOUSE.

I am not sure if the Carolina Room in the Library @ Charlotte, NC would have a Death Index?
A Death Index for the State is helpful.
If you don't know what COUNTY your ancestor died,
then its mostly helpful to use the Social Sec. Death Index.
You may learn the County/ general area the Deceased Person Lived.

George W. Trimberger

richard_vanwagenen — 10 Jan 2008 3:35:53 GMT

Seeking obit for George W. Trimberger who died 14 Oct 2004 in Pineville.

Elizabeth Richardt Mann obituary

joanie13R — 17 Jul 2008 11:59:51 GMT

From the Charlotte Observer, Wednesday, 21 February 1962, p. 7C:
Mrs. Elizabeth Mann, 90, of 1538 Scotland Ave., passed away Tuesday afternoon in a local hospital. She was born November 26, 1871 in Evansville, Ind., daughter of the late Henry and Mary Hoenert Richardt. Mrs. Mann was a member of Myers Park Presbyterian Church. She is survived by a daughter, Mrs. O. S. Noreen, Charlotte; a granddaughter, Mrs. Frank Cureton, Charlotte; and a grandson, Robert J. Noreen, Charlotte. Funeral services will be held today at 3:30 p.m. from Harry and Bryant Chapel In The Oaks. Dr. James E. Fogartie and Dr. J. Cecil Lawrence, will officiate. Interment in Sharon Memorial Park. Pallbearers are, Lee Kennette, Lee Hague, A. T. Allison, S. L. Ray, Don Hill and Wyss Barker. Friends are sending memorials to the Alexander Home in Charlotte or the Myers Park Presbyterian Church Building

Ethel Clare Kennedy obituary

joanie13R — 17 Jul 2008 11:50:19 GMT

From the Charlotte Observer, Wednesday, 21 February 1962, p. 7C:
The funeral hour for little Miss Ethel Clare Kennedy, 2 1/2 year old daughter of State Representative and Mrs. John P. Kennedy, Jr., 301 Hermitage Rd, has been changed from Wednesday at 2:30 p.m. to Thursday at 11:00 a.m. The funeral services will be held from Christ Episcopal Church, conducted by the Rev. Thom Blair, rector. Interment in Forest Lawn Cemetery. Arrangements by Harry and Bryant Funeral Directors.

John Henry Hubbard obit

joanie13R — 17 Jul 2008 11:44:35 GMT

From the Charlotte Observer, Wednesday, 21 February, 1962, p. 7C:
John Henry Hubbard, 45, of Rt. 2, Huntersville, died Tuesday morning in a Charlotte hospital. He was born in Mecklenburg County, son of John M. and Ida Dunlap Hubbard, and was a lifelong resident of the Gilead community. He was a farmer, and also worked for the Agricultural Soil Conservation Service in Charlotte. Mr. Hubbard was a deacon and treasurer of the Gilead ARP Church. Surviving, in addition to his parents, are two sisters, Mrs. Banks Beard of Asheville and Mrs. Polly Hood of Charlotte; three brothers, R. James Hubbard of the home, William T. Hubbard and Julian D. Hubbard, both of Charlotte; three nieces and two nephews. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. today at the Gilead ARP Church near Huntersville. The Rev. K. C. Seawright, pastor of the church, will officiate. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Elders and deacons of the church will serve as active and honorary pallbearers. The body will remain at Cavin Funeral Home in Huntersville until 1:30 p.m. today when it will be placed in the church to lie in state thirty minutes prior to the funeral hour.

Brian Scott Horton obituary

joanie13R — 13 Jul 2008 1:46:53 GMT

From the Charlotte News, Tuesday, 18 April 1972, p. 5B:
Brian Scott Horton, age 2, 6224 Cove Creek Dr. died Sunday April 16, 1972 in Union Memorial Hospital, Monroe. He was born December 21, 1969 in Charlotte. Funeral service will be conducted at 3:30 P.M. Tuesday April 18, 1972 in the Green Memorial Baptist Church. Rev. J.C. Jones Jr. pastor and Rev. Leland K. Stephens pastor of the Grace Baptist Church officiating. Burial will be at Sharon Memorial Park. He is survived by his parents Mr. and Mrs. James Edward Horton, a half brother Barry Dean Brindle of the home. Maternal grandmother Mrs. Betty Wood of Dobson, N.C., The paternal grandparents Mr. and Mrs. James A. Horton of Charlotte. Pallbearers will be Jimmy Pope, George Pope, David Deal and Dennis Dickerson. Arrangements by McEwen.

Kenneth Bradford Horton obituary

joanie13R — 13 Jul 2008 1:38:22 GMT

From the Charlotte News, Tuesday, 18 April 1972, p. 5B:
Kenneth Bradford Horton, age 24 of 5035 Thrift Rd. died Sunday April 16, 1972 in Union Memorial Hospital, Monroe. He was born January 22, 1948 in Charlotte. He was associated with Duke Power Co. in the Maintenance Dept. He was a member of Green Memorial Baptist Church and a veteran of the Navy. Funeral services will be conducted at 3:30 P.M. Tuesday, April 18, 1972 in Green Memorial Baptist Church. Reverend J.C. Jones Jr. pastor and Rev. Leland K. Stephens pastor of Grace Baptist Church officiating. Burial will be in Sharon Memorial Park. He survivied by his parents Mr. and Mrs. James A. Horton of Charlotte, a brother James Edward Horton of Charlotte, the maternal grandmother Mrs. Blake Nash of Charlotte. The family is at the home of the parents 2422 Beacon St. Pallbearers will be Tommy Nash, Jimmy Nash, Randy Nash, Steve Litaker, Randy Deese and Joel Deese. Arrangements by McEwen.

Angelica "Cranny" Cranford Hastings obituary

joanie13R — 13 Jul 2008 12:35:40 GMT

From the Charlotte News, Monday, 8 September 1980, p. 2B:
"Cranny" Hastings active in theater - A requiem Mass for Mrs. Angelica Cranford Hastings, 48, were to be at 3:30 p.m. today at St. Patrick's Cathedral. Burial will be at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday in the cemetery at All Saint's Wacamaw Episcopal Church cemetery, Pawley's Island, S.C., where her great-great-great grandfather was the first rector.
Mrs. Hastings, of 2001 Sherwood Ave., died Friday.
Known to many as "Cranny," she was an active member of St. Patrick's Cathedral, where she served on the school's Board of Education.
In 1974 the Little Theater nominated her for best supporting actress. She performed at the Golden Circle Theater and Mint Museum. Creative writing was one of her hobbies.
Surviving are her husband, Charles; one daughter, Angelica; three sons, Christopher, David and Stephen, all of Charlotte; her mother, Mrs. Angelica Fraser Chinn of Charlottesville, Va.; and one brother, Jonithan Z. Hildreth of Atlanta.
Harry and Bryant Funeral Home is in charge.

Bessie Hall Keeter obituary

joanie13R — 13 Jul 2008 12:09:48 GMT

From the Charlotte Observer, Monday 7 September 1981, p. 7C:
Mrs. Bessie Hall Keeter, age 91, of 222 Emerson Ave. Apt. 17, died September 6, 1981 at her home. Mrs. Keeter was born in Wilkes County, November 29, 1889, daughter of the late John Bethel Hall and Jennie Davidson Hall. She was a graduate of Elon College and had lived in Charlotte since 1919 and was a member of Pritchard Memorial Baptist Church. Funeral service will be 11 AM Tuesday, September 8, at Hankins & Whittington Funeral Chapel with the Rev. Harold I. Shoemaker, Pastor of Pritchard Memorial Baptist Church, and Dr. Charles L. Kirby, Pastor of Caldwell Memorial Presbyterian Church, officiating. Interment is in Sharon Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials be preferred to the American Lung Association, 5315 Greenbrook Dr., Charlotte 28205 or to a charity of the donor's choice. Mrs. Keeter is survived by two daughters, Mrs. Jenny McCulloch of Jonesville, LA and Mrs. Marjorie K. Corbette of Charlotte; two sisters, Mrs. Raye H. Clontz of Morganton, NC and Mrs. Edith H. Lowe of Wilkesboro, NC; three grandsons, William K. Keeter, III of Cincinnati, OH, Fred H. and M. Scott Keeter, both of Charlotte; two great-granddaughters, Amy and Stephanie Keeter, both of Cincinnati, OH. The family will be at the home of Mr. & Mrs. James Corbette, 1433 Cyrus Dr., where they will receive friends.

Luther Rudisill obituary

joanie13R — 12 Jul 2008 1:21:22 GMT

From the Charlotte Observer, Monday, 7 September, 1981, p. 7C:
Mr. Luther Rudisill, age 83, of 1908 Boyer St., died Saturday, September 5, 1981, in Memorial Hospital. Mr. Rudisill was born June 6, 1898 in Lincoln County, son of the late Luther Michael and Laura Rudisill. He was a retired plumber with the Acme Plumbing Company and was a member of the Chadwick United Methodist Church. Funeral services will be held 11 AM Tuesday, September 8, in McEwen West Chapel with the Rev. Newton B. Dickens, Pastor of Chadwick United Methodist Church, officiating. Interment will follow in the Asbury United Methodist Cemetery in Lincoln County. Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Ada Booth Rudisill; three sons, Luther Max Rudisill, Jr. of Kansas City, MO, George E. Rudisill and Lester F. Rudisill, both of Charlotte; six daughters, Mrs. Dorothy Pagano of Virginia Beach, VA, Mrs. June Moore of Grifton, NC, Mrs. Dale Hilton of Rockwood, TN, Mrs. Anita Genung of Maitland, FL, Mrs. Bettie Reynolds and Mrs. Shirley Mathers, both of Charlotte; 34 grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren; two brothers, Herbert Rudisill and Thomas Rudisill, both of West Asheville, NC; two sisters, Mrs. Minnie Keever of Asheville, NC, Mrs. Helena Gatlin of Hendersonville, NC. Grandsons will serve as active pallbearers. The family will be at the home of Mrs. Bettie Reynolds, 1900 Boyer St. and will receive friends 7-9 PM Monday at the McEwen Funeral Home.

Rebecca Jane Williams, Charlotte News Obit 20 Jun 1956

ohlisao — 19 Jun 2008 4:43:19 GMT

In my grandfather's effects I found this memorial obituary. Not sure how she ties in to my family. A surviving brother listed Joe Ross MAY be brother to my great-grandmother. If you know, would love to hear from you. I hope this of help to someone.

Mrs. Rebecca Jane Williams died unexpectedly last night at 11 p.m. at the home of her son Coleman Williams of Rt. 1, Charlotte.

Funeral services will be held at 4 p.m. tomorrow at McEwen West Chapel. The Rev. Alvin Faulkenbury of Kannapolis will officiate, assisted by the Rev. Bill Cochran, pastor of the Cedar Grove Baptist Church. Interment will be at Amity Church Cemetery.

Gransons V.J. Rogers Jr., Tommy Williams, William R. Williams, William A. Phifer, B.L. Bowlin Jr. and Carl J. Williams will serve as pallbearers.

Survivors include four sons, Coleman Williams, David Williams of Athens, Tenn., John Williams of Midland, and Raymond Williams of Albermarle; four daughters, Mrs. Emma Alexander, Mrs. Eunice Ryder, and Mrs. Mary Phifer Cook, all of Charlotte, and Mrs. Bertha Rogers of Asheville; a brother, Joe Ross of Marshville; 34 granchildren; 48 great-grandchildren; and five great-great-grandchildren.

The body was taken to the home today at 4 p.m.

Lookup for Mecklenburg County Death records

djmedley — 23 Feb 2004 12:58:36 GMT

Is there anyone in Mecklenburg County who can look up a death record for me? the subject's name was Katie Miller. dod was 1/27/1969. I believe this to be my great aunt. I need to know if her parent are listed on her death certificate and who they were, in addition to her dob and pob.

Hopewell Church

valette1 — 2 Mar 2005 2:46:21 GMT

Does anyone have information on the Hopewell Church of Mecklenburg County, North Carolina. I have been told there might be some records from the early 1800's still available. Thanks for your help.

Cochran and Thompson families in Mallard Creek, NC

ncbhayes — 3 Jul 2008 11:46:23 GMT

I am looking for more information about the following related families: Wilburn O Cochran of Mecklenburg Co, NC married Bessie B Thompson of Fork Twnsp, Wayne Co, NC in 1888. Wilburn's brother Walter P Cochran married Bessie's sister Evaline/Evelyn Thompson in 1890. Both families settled in Mallard Creek. Wilburn and Bessie had the following children: Louisa/Lois, Bertha, Mary C, Wilburn O, Samuel, and Edith. The family later lived in Charlotte. Wilburn and Bessie are buried in the Mallard Creek Pres. Church cemetery. Walter and Evelyn had children Lila/Lilianna and James. Evelyn died in 1903 and is buried in the Sugaw Creek Pres. Church cemetery. Walter then married the youngest Thompson sister, Gertrude in 1905. Walter and Gertrude had children Parks and Lawrence. They lived in Mallard Creek and then moved on to Moore and Cabbarus Counties. I would actually like to find out more about the Thompson ladies- they are my great-grandfather's sisters. He (William Martin Thompson) also settled in Mallard Creek/Crab Orchard when he married Margaret Query. I'm quite stuck trying to trace the Thompson line back past William and his sisters' father.

hunter ancestry

donald r. hunter — 14 Sep 1999 12:00:00 GMT

i am searching the ancestors of harry avery hunter,his father was ephraim hunter from mecklenburg co., he lived in huntersville shortly before moving to northern ark.my parents(ross hunter) communicated with his cousins that lived in charlotte,nc.

William P Givens 1770-1861

TGivens7079 — 8 May 2006 6:23:17 GMT

Parents or decendents of William P Givens in Mecklenburg Cty NC.

Martha RAMSEY CA 1740 / PATTERSON

ksmith21115 — 27 Jun 2008 2:15:25 GMT

Looking for information on Martha Ramsey ca 1740 Penn ? married Samuel Patterson 1763. Did she die in Mecklenberg Co? before Samuel moved to Tenn? Does anyone have any information on her parents? Thank you, K

Obituary

sbwkerr06 — 13 Jun 2008 10:36:28 GMT

I am hoping someone can find an obituary for Mary Belle McCall Foard. She was born in Mecklenburg Co. 9-27-1903 and died 12-1-2000 in Charlotte, Mecklenburg Co., NC. She was the daughter of Mary Lula Cook McCall Kerr. I am hoping through her obituary I can learn the name of her father. He died before 1910 and I cannot locate any information on this McCall.

You can post a reply or email me directly at jbk6397@bellsouth.net.

Thank You,
Brady Wooten Kerr

Alfred Jeremiah Piercy

densavage_1 — 24 Dec 2004 10:05:53 GMT

Alfred Jeremiah Piercy was born at Fakenham Norfolk on the 24th Nov 1873 the son of Joseph Piercy and Frances Buck.
In 1891 he was a blacksmiths labourer working for his uncle Elijah Piercy at Fakenham, to date I can find no later trace of him. He must have been in touch with his brother Ernest William Piercy my grandfather as amongst the possessions that came to me on grandfathers death was a book listing all the familys birth dates. Any information received with gratitude

Patrick Brown died about 1804

pjoyhaynes — 3 Jan 2008 4:11:58 GMT

I am interested in the family of Patrick and Mary Brown of Mecklenburg County. Patrick died about 1804, with a will. According to the will (Bk.A page 103)and other transactions it appears his children were:
1. Margaret
2. Eleanor Brown married John Allen 1792
3. Agness Brown married James Tagert
4. Mary Boyles
5. Robert Brown
6. James Brown
7. William Brown

I believe Patrick & Mary Brown lived in the vacinity of Steele Creek Presbyterian Church

William Garland Walker (1863-1927);SC>NC

WileyAlston_Jarrell — 24 May 2008 9:51:00 GMT

======================================================================
Source

source note 1: LDS Ancestral File
source note 2: obituary - Richard Kennedy Jarrell, 1 Oct 2006
source note 3: obituary - Callie Dunn Jarrell, 9 May 2007
source note 4: obituary - Mary J. Wells, 18 Dec 2007
source note 5: Virginia Lee Paull Miller
source note 6: Manassa Nixon Hennessee III
source note 7: obituary - Barbara Ann Hennessee Sigmon, 10 Mar 1955
source note 8: obituary - Mary-Rose Jarrell Taylor, 5 May 2004
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I'm looking for additional data (dates, places, spouses, significant
and insignificant others, children and cemeteries on the following:

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HUSBAND: William Garland Walker JARRELL
BORN: 5 Dec 1863 Chester, Chester Co SC
MARR: 16 Nov 1887 Charlotte, Mecklenburg Co NC
DIED: 21 Jun 1927 Charlotte, Mecklenburg Co NC
BURIED: Elmwood Cem, Charlotte, Mecklenburg Co NC
FATHER: Sgt Garland William JARRELL b:1835, Wentworth, Rockingham Co
NC; died 3 Jul 1863, battle of Gettysburg, Adams Co PA;
Served with CSA during The War For Southern Independence;
child of "Tom" Thomas JARRELL and Jannette ROACH.
MOTHER: Batie Narcissa Jenings WALKER b:7 Dec 1845, Chester, Chester
Co SC; d:18 Feb 1885;
child of William WALKER and Rachael Eliza MCCOLLOUGH.
SOURCES: Other...source note 1
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WIFE: Rosa Ella THOMAS
BORN: 23 Jun 1872 Pilot Mountain, Surry Co NC
DIED: 24 Mar 1941 Charlotte, Mecklenburg Co NC
BURIED: Elmwood Cem, Charlotte, Mecklenburg Co NC
NOTE: these parents are foster parents;
biological's are unknown
FATHER: William THOMAS b:____.
MOTHER: Roxanne SCOTT b:____; living 23 Jun 1872, Pilot Mountain,
Surry Co NC.
SOURCES: Other...source note 1
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1 | NAME: Ellenora JARRELL
F | BORN: 9 Dec 1888 Charlotte, Mecklenburg Co NC
| MARR: 5 Dec 1919
| DIED:
| HUSB: Ervin M. BISNETT
| BORN: roughly 1888 DIED:
| SRCE: Other...source note 1
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| Grandchild by Ervin M. BISNETT
1 | NAME: ??? BISNETT
F | BORN:
| MARR:
| DIED:
| NOTE: unknown - added for descendancy chart purposes
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2 | NAME: Anna McFarland JARRELL
F | BORN: 27 Jun 1891 Goldsboro, Wayne Co NC
| MARR:
| DIED: 18 Jul 1892
| SRCE: Other...source note 1
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3 | NAME: Charlie Swann JARRELL
M | BORN: 5 Aug 1893 Goldsboro, Wayne Co NC
| MARR: 23 Jun 1916 Charlotte, Mecklenburg Co NC
| DIED: 4 Mar 1948 Charlotte, Mecklenburg Co NC
| BUR: Elmwood Cem, Charlotte, Mecklenburg Co NC
| WIFE: Anna Bell (Annabelle) HELMS
| BORN: 26 Dec 1893 DIED: 12 Feb 1966
| SRCE: Other...source note 1
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| Grandchild by Anna Bell (Annabelle) HELMS
1 | NAME: Rose JARRELL
F | BORN:
| MARR:
| DIED: before 1 Oct 2006
| HUSB: Robert BEASLEY
| BORN: DIED: living 18 Dec 2007
| NOTE: not listed by all sources
| SRCE: Oth..source note 2
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| Grandchild by Anna Bell (Annabelle) HELMS
2 | NAME: "Charlie" Charles Walker JARRELL
M | BORN:
| MARR:
| DIED: living 18 Dec 2007 Tampa, Hillsborough Co FL
| WIFE: Callie Wilma DUNN
| BORN: DIED: 9 May 2007
| SRCE: Dth..source note 4
| DPl..source note 3
| Oth..source note 1
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| Grandchild by Anna Bell (Annabelle) HELMS
3 | NAME: "Dick" Richard Kennedy JARRELL
F | BORN: circa 1921
| MARR: circa 19(private)
| DIED: 1 Oct 2006 Charlotte, Mecklenburg Co NC
| BUR: Forest Park - West Cem, Charlotte, Mecklenburg Co NC
| HUSB: Alice BLACK
| BORN: roughly 1921 DIED: living 18 Dec 2007
| SRCE: Nme..given name - source note 2
| Nme..middle name - source note 2
| Nme..nick name - source note 4
| Bth..source note 2
| Dth..source note 2
| DPl..source note 2
| Oth..source note 1
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| Grandchild by Anna Bell (Annabelle) HELMS
4 | NAME: Ruth S. JARRELL
F | BORN:
| MARR:
| DIED: living 18 Dec 2007 Charlotte, Mecklenburg Co NC
| SRCE: Nme..given name - source note 2
| Nme..middle initial - source note 2
| Dth..source note 4
| DPl..source note 4
| Oth..source note 1
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| Grandchild by Anna Bell (Annabelle) HELMS
5 | NAME: "Bill" William G. JARRELL
M | BORN:
| MARR:
| DIED: living 18 Dec 2007 Goldsboro, Wayne Co NC
| WIFE: Inez ???
| BORN: DIED: before 18 Dec 2007
| SRCE: Nme..given name - source note 2
| Nme..middle initial - source note 2
| Nme..nickname - source note 4
| Dth..source note 4
| DPl..source note 4
| Oth..source note 1
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| Grandchild by Anna Bell (Annabelle) HELMS
6 | NAME: "Dot" Dorothy J. JARRELL
F | BORN:
| MARR:
| DIED: living 18 Dec 2007 Rutherfordton, Rutherford Co
| HUSB: ??? DRAUGHON (Draughan)
| BORN: DIED:
| SRCE: Nme..given name - source note 2
| Nme..middle initial - source note 2
| Nme..nickname - source note 4
| Dth..source note 4
| DPl..source note 4
| Oth..source note 1
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| Grandchild by Anna Bell (Annabelle) HELMS
7 | NAME: "Pat" Patricia J. JARRELL
F | BORN:
| MARR:
| DIED: living 18 Dec 2007 Charlotte, Mecklenburg Co NC
| HUSB: H. Von STOKES
| BORN: DIED: living 18 Dec 2007
| SRCE: Nme..given name - source note 2
| Nme..middle name - source note 2
| Nme..nickname - source note 4
| Dth..source note 4
| DPl..source note 4
| Oth..source note 1
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| Grandchild by Anna Bell (Annabelle) HELMS
8 | NAME: "Jack" Henry Jackson JARRELL
M | BORN:
| MARR:
| DIED: before 1 Oct 2006
| WIFE: Living (?) ???
| BORN: DIED:
| SRCE: Nme..nick name - source note 2
| Dth..source note 2
| Oth..source note 1
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| Grandchild by Anna Bell (Annabelle) HELMS
9 | NAME: Mary J. JARRELL
M | BORN: 17 Aug 19(private) Mecklenburg Co NC
| MARR:
| DIED: 18 Dec 2007 Charlotte, Mecklenburg Co NC
| BUR: Forest Lawn, west Cem, Charlotte, Mecklenburg Co NC
| WIFE: Richard Lewis WELLS
| BORN: DIED: living 18 Dec 2007
| SRCE: Nme..given name - source note 2
| Nme..middle name - source note 2
| Bth..source note 4
| BPl..source note 4
| Dth..source note 4
| DPl..source note 4
| Oth..source note 1
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| Grandchild by Anna Bell (Annabelle) HELMS
10 | NAME: "Ann" Annabelle JARRELL
M | BORN:
| MARR:
| DIED: living 18 Dec 2007 Charlotte, Mecklenburg Co NC
| SRCE: Nme..given name - source note 2
| Nme..nickname - source note 4
| Dth..source note 4
| DPl..source note 4
| Oth..source note 1
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4 | NAME: Paul Atkins JARRELL
M | BORN: 16 Mar 1896 Charlotte, Mecklenburg Co NC
| MARR:
| DIED: 24 Aug 1897
| SRCE: Other...source note 1
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5 | NAME: ??? JARRELL
F | BORN:
| MARR:
| DIED:
| NOTE: sex unknown
| SRCE: Other...source note 1
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6 | NAME: ??? JARRELL
M | BORN:
| MARR:
| DIED:
| NOTE: sex unknown
| SRCE: Other...source note 1
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7 | NAME: ??? JARRELL
M | BORN:
| MARR:
| DIED:
| NOTE: sex unknown
| SRCE: Other...source note 1
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8 | NAME: ??? JARRELL
M | BORN:
| MARR:
| DIED:
| NOTE: sex unknown
| SRCE: Other...source note 1
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9 | NAME: Jessie Garland JARRELL
F | BORN: 2 Apr 1906
| MARR: circa 1929
| DIED: 10 Jan 1997 Charlotte, Mecklenburg Co NC
| BUR: Carolina Memorial Park, Concord, Cabarrus Co NC
| HUSB: Manassa Nixon HENNESSEE Jr.
| BORN: 16 Nov 1905 DIED: living 1930
| NOTE: not listed by all sources
| SRCE: Birth...data supplied by source note 6, 11 Mar 2008
| Death...data supplied by source note 6, 11 Mar 2008
| DPlace..data supplied by source note 5, 11 Mar 2008
| Other...data supplied by source note 6, 8 Mar 2008
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| Grandchild by Manassa Nixon HENNESSEE Jr.
1 | NAME: Barbara Ann HENNESSEE
F | BORN: 7 Jun 19(private) Concord, Cabarrus Co NC
| MARR:
| DIED: before 10 Mar 1955 Saint Albans, US Naval Hospital,
| Queens Co NY
| BUR: Carolina Memorial Park, Concord, Cabarrus Co NC
| HUSB: Ensign Richard Owen SIGMON
| BORN: 20 Dec 19(private) DIED: 5 Sep 1992
| SRCE: Oth..source note 7
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| Grandchild by Manassa Nixon HENNESSEE Jr.
2 | NAME: William Garland HENNESSEE
M | BORN: 11 Jan 19(private) Cabarrus Co NC
| MARR:
| DIED: living 10 Mar 2005
| US Navy
| SRCE: Nme..mid name supplied by source note 5, 11 Mar 2008
| Bth..data supplied by source note 5, 11 Mar 2008
| BPl..data supplied by source note 5, 11 Mar 2008
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| Grandchild by Manassa Nixon HENNESSEE Jr.
3 | NAME: Margaret Rosalyn HENNESSEE
F | BORN: 7 Aug 19(private) Cabarrus Co NC
| MARR:
| DIED: 12 Aug 1981 Concord, Cabarrus Co NC
| BUR: Carolina Memorial Park, Concord, Cabarrus Co NC
| HUSB: ??? HARTSELL
| BORN: DIED:
| SRCE: Nme..data supplied by source note 6, 11 Mar 2008
| Bth..data supplied by source note 5, 11 Mar 2008
| BPl..data supplied by source note 5, 11 Mar 2008
| Dth..data supplied by source note 5, 11 Mar 2008
| DPl..data supplied by source note 5, 11 Mar 2008
| Oth..source note 7
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| Grandchild by Manassa Nixon HENNESSEE Jr.
4 | NAME: "Nick" Manassa Nixon III HENNESSEE
M | BORN: 27 Jun 19(private) Cabarrus Co NC
| MARR:
| DIED: living 10 Feb 2003 Winston-Salem, Forsyth Co NC
| WIFE: Betty Lee SPAINHOUR
| BORN: 6 Apr 1923 DIED: living 11 Mar 2008
| NOTE: Researcher - Jarrell
| SRCE: Nme..data supplied by source note 6, 11 Mar 2008
| Bth..data supplied by source note 6, 11 Mar 2008
| BPl..data supplied by source note 5, 11 Mar 2008
| DPl..data supplied by source note 6, 11 Mar 2008
| Fth..data supplied by source note 6, 8 Mar 2008
| Mth..data supplied by source note 6, 8 Mar 2008
| Oth..data supplied by source note 6, 10 Feb 2003
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10 | NAME: Mary-Rose JARRELL
F | BORN: 4 Nov 1912 Mecklenburg Co NC
| MARR:
| DIED: 5 May 2004 Rowan Co NC
| HUSB: Harvey Wadsworth TAYLOR
| BORN: DIED: before 5 May 2004
| NOTE: no children; not listed by all sources
| SRCE: Other...source note 8
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| Grandchild by Harvey Wadsworth TAYLOR
1 | NAME: ??? TAYLOR
F | BORN:
| MARR:
| DIED:
| NOTE: unknown - added for descendancy chart purposes
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If you can add, subtract, delete, change any of the above data please
advise. If you have any questions about the data feel free to ask!

Wiley Alston Jarrell
15610 Edenvale
Friendswood Tx, 77546
wajarrell@earthlink.net
281-482-3671 <><

Re: Family name Owsian

sjvan — 25 Jul 2001 10:20:37 GMT

I am trying to trace my Grandfathers surname: Owsian. I know he had several siblings but only know two names, Frank and Helen. My grandfather was Thomas Owsian. Desperately trying to seek other Owsians who were born in New York, around the turn of the century (1900 +/-). Found Stanley Joseph Owsian of Charlotte, Mecklenburg, NC, who was born in New York, 1914. Are we any relation? Look forward to hearing from anyone with the same last surname. Thank you very much.

some help please

tenderheartedblonde — 15 May 2008 2:45:53 GMT

hey i am researching my family history on the lawing side, my grandmother was clara lawing horne, her parents were tom and cora lawing. tom lived 1884-1969 and his father was john lawing 1842-1927, and his father was james lawing and was 1821-1901. any information would be greatly appreciated ... you can email too at tenderheartedblonde@yahoo.com..

KENNEDY

Lynn Hawkins — 4 Apr 1998 12:00:00 GMT

Looking for the maiden name of the wife of Rev. Samuel Kennedy, Elizabeth. I have been told her maiden name was Alexander, the sister of Joab and Nathaniel Alexander, who were the guardian's of Samuel and Elizabeth Kennedy's children after Samuel's death, 1798.

Thank You,
Lynn HawkinsYou,
Lynn Hawkins

SPEARS, ROOKER, ALEXANDER, WEBB, MORROW

LPETTUS — 30 Aug 2001 3:46:43 GMT

Who were the parents of Richard Spears who died 23 June 1837, aged 57 years in Mecklenburg County, NC? He is buried in Flint Hill Baptist cemetery in York County, SC beside his 1st wife Keziah Webb.
Two Spears men, James and Alley, came to York County with the Flint Hill founder, Rev. John Rooker, in 1792. Another Spears, whether man or woman is not known for the first part of the name is lost leaving Ñros Spears, was either an original member or very early. Most of the founding group came from Warren Co. NC.

Richard Spears got his York County Indian Lease from his brother, William Spears. There is a Mecklenburg will of Jane Spears which names as her heir of her personal property her brother William and names as her executor her brother Richard Spears and Samuel Ticer (who married Polly Spears).
Richard Spears second wife was Mary Wyatt Rooker, daughter of Rev. John Rooker. They had one child, Clarissa Amelia Spears who married Allen Morrow. After Richard's death, Mary Rooker Spears married Elias Alexander. Any additional information will be appreciated.

Irwin

Jacqueline Earnest Howard — 5 Mar 1999 12:00:00 GMT

I am in search of information on Alexander Irwin, born in Mecklenberg county probably in the early 1800.. He was married to Margaret Louisa Alexander . They had six children Martha born1835, Robert Winslow born 3/10/1837 , James born 1839, Eli Harrison born 1/1842,Rose born 1846,Clay born 8/1848. I believe all the children were born in Hickman County Tn. Alexander and Margaret where devoted followers of the Presbyterian faith.
Their son Robert was a member of the confrederacy army
known as the "Macon Grays" One of the Irwin Men is the brother to my mother grandfather. If anyone can help with with any information on the Irwin family I would sincerely appreciate it.

Jacqueline Earnest Howard

Ary S. Kidd (b.1882) and son John(b.1907) in NC

jhcline_1 — 26 Apr 2008 1:30:27 GMT

My great grandfather William Sidney Kids had 6 daughters and only one son, Ary Silva Kids (b. abt. 1882). Ary later changed his name to Kidd and moved from Lincoln, Co. NC to Mecklenburg Co.,NC. According to census, Ary had one son John W. (b. abt. 1907) and 2 younger daughters: Sarah W., Ollie G.
There seems to have been a fourth child who died young.

I am seeking info on family and hope to find a male Kidd decendant for a KIDD DNA project so I can trace this English family farther back in the 1700s than I have them.
- Julie Cline

ALLEN - LAWING

Martha Collins-Edge — 6 Mar 1998 12:00:00 GMT

NEED PROOF OF ANN LAWING BEING BORN NC. SHE mar. BENJAMIN ALLEN IN 1799 IN MECKLENBURG CO NC.
WAS SHE BORN NC OR MARYLAND CA 1770 ?
THANKS, MARTHA COLLINS-EDGE DEdge344902aol.com
770-536-0809.com
770-536-0809

Lt Col Arthur J Grimes died as POW - married to Moorman

zenas2 — 14 Apr 2008 11:07:37 GMT

Lt. Col. Arthur J. Grimes of Orange County Indiana was residing in the Philippines with his wife when the Japanese invaded the islands. Grimes was captured in 1942 and was most likely executed by the Japs. We are searching for information about Lt Col Arthur J. James and especially searching for his family.

Grimes was married to Marie Moorman of Charlotte, North Carolina; daughter of Mrs. T.S. Moorman.

During the past four years we have united free photographs of graves and names of men on the Tablets of the Missing killed here in the Philippines, with their families. We are hoping to unite photos and information with family members. Please contact us, no strings attached. Please visit our website:

INDIANA SOLDIERS AND SAILORS
http://fizkid.tripod.com/

We have currently united photos with 197 different families of Indiana servicemen.

Please help us find the family of Arthur J Grimes and Marie Moorman.

Dave and Apple Dwiggins
zenas5@yahoo.com

Jacob Clinton Starnes

scrane521 — 29 Mar 2008 9:48:31 GMT

Looking for birth date of Jacob Clinton Starnes in Macklenburg Co. in early 1800's. Son of Issac and Manervia Starnes. Thanks

HIPP

Donna Johnson — 15 Apr 1998 12:00:00 GMT

Researching the descendants of Stephen HIPP and his wife, Ann, who may have been Ann WALKIN. His Mecklenburg County, NC will names seven sons - Stephen, Jr., John, Valentine, George, Jacob, Andrew and Joseph. Would like to exchange information with other descendants.

BUCHANAN, BLACK,BROWN, GRIBBLE

Jim Brown — 20 Apr 1998 12:00:00 GMT

I am searching for background information on John GRIBBLE and his wife Mararet BLACK, married 1786, Mecklenburg Co., [ John's father was Thomas GRIBBLE, born in Franklin Co. PA and his mother was Sarah IRWIN], James BUCHANAN Sr.[son of Samuel BUCHANAN and wife Barbara, from Lancaster Co. PA ] married Martha BLACK 1795, Mecklenburg Co.,and William BROWN who moved to Haywood Co.from Mecklinburg Co. in the early 1800's. His children were Thomas, Allen, Sallie, Roena, and Marrow.

oena, and Marrow.

Milliken/Harbison connection

smsdv1 — 10 Jan 2008 11:44:29 GMT

I noticed the surnames Milliken and Harbison in your lineage. Do you have any information on Ann Harbison(1736, VA - 1785,TN), wife of Charles Milliken (1736, Connaught Ireland - 1785)?

Thank you.

Charles Harris, Mecklenburg Co, NC

Robert H. Harris — 26 May 1999 12:00:00 GMT

Reference: Mecklenburg County, North Carolina, Abstracts of Early Wills. 1763 - 1790 (1749-1790). By Brent H. Holcomb. Valparaiso Public Library, Valparaiso, Indiana 46383. (G975.676).

Will of Charles Harris, North Carolina, Mecklenburg County To my oldest daughter Martha five shillings sterling; To said Marthas oldest daughter Jane Harris, L 25; to the above Marthas second son Charles Edward Harris, L 25 proc. To be paid to him as soon as he comes of age; To my eldest son Robert, all that tract on west side of broad River on both side of brown creek in South Carolina, 510 acres adj. Said tract & the Negro boy Jack; To my son Thomas one half of my wearing apparel; To my daughters Margaret Alexander & Jane Ruse (Reese?) , to each of them five shillings sterling; To my son James, L 100 to be equally divided amongst all my children by my first wife to my son Samuel & Charles all that tract on which I now live called the Rich Hill also 150 acres on the big run west of said land, likewise that land I purchased from John Mitchell lying on the milky or back run & that 30 acres I bought from Adam meek; To the issue of Robert Bravard on Beaver-dam creek. 600 acres when the youngest come to age. To my wife Elizabeth, 1/3 of all my personal estate, s 20 proc. Money and Negro Dinahwife Elizabeth and sons Robert Harris & George Alexander, exrs.. 3 d May 1776 Charles Harris (Seal)

Elizabeth Harris (Seal)

Wit: James Gardner

William Gardner

Adam Meek Proved July Sessn 1777

Will book D. PP 41-42 C.R. 065.801.17

Notes: From Robert Harris 1999.

Charles Harris married Elizabeth Christie December 31, 1772, St Phil PR. South Carolina.

Dora Berryhill b.1872 + Colvin

Genie2222 — 4 Jul 2001 1:42:38 GMT

Hunter brothers

brendaann51 — 23 Jul 2005 5:08:50 GMT

i am trying to find the link between abner hunter and the 5 hunter brothers from derry ireland that settled in mecklenburg nc. we have pictures of some of their decsendants with our family..

Paces in Elmwood Cemetery - Mecklenburg Co. NC

bapace2 — 5 Mar 2008 7:40:29 GMT

Mecklenburg Co. NC - Charlotte
I got this is 2000 -- there could be more now

The following was acquired from the Elmwood Cemetery, Charlotte, NC,
relative to Paces buried there-- death date is given.

They are all PACES,
so I won't type that over and over.

A.A. - 16 MOS - 6-24-1909 - iLIO-COLITIS
Abner - 12-22-1900 - Struck by moving train (son of Young Pace of Mecklenburg Co. NC--Young was born in Guilford Co.)Abner's orphans went to live with uncle Augustus Pace in Rock Hill, SC probably
Jno.W. - 4-11-1917 - 32 years - acute edema of lungs
Lizzie - 16 mos 7-30-1892 - whooping cough
Lillie, Miss - 11-26-1927 - 34 years - brain lesion
*Lucinda Margaret Elisa - 12-7-1960 - 85 years - cerebral vascular accident
Minnie - 9-12-1891 - l yr - croup
Nancy, Mrs. 4-21-1886 - cancer of womb - 44 years (I think this is wife of Young Pace, nee Nancy Walls)
Nane Hulrie - 12-29-1919 - 79 years burned
Ananias - 8-19-1888 - 18 years - typhoid fever
Annie Vanderlip, Mrs.
*Augustus Emanuel - 11-18-1949 - 88 years - cardio vascular disease (son of Young Pace probably) He lived in Rock Hill SC for a while
Barbara Derracott - 3-31-1950 - 46 years
Charles C. - 6/5/1939 - 81 years - cor. occlusion (son of Young Pace)
Earl Reid (Jack) - 6-3-1953 - 55 years - cerebral hemorrhage
*Edgar Hampton - 2-5-1948 - 42 years - coronary thrombosis
Frank J. - 6-16-1973
Fred Augustus - 8-20-1951 - 55 years - carcinoma
Grace - 9-25-1902 - l yr - catarah
Hattie McQuay - 6-21-1949 - 76 years - carcinoma of Liver
Henry - 12-8-1896 0 55 years - pyo nephrosis
Ida, Mrs. 12-13-1908 - 40 years - pneumonia
James L. - 11-22-1933 - 67 years - pneumonia
*These 3 seems to be in the same plot -- BB, N1/2, 48 (I guess this
identifies the section of the cemetery)

There were also several infants, but parents' names not given

Some others may be the family of Young Pace that I don't recognize. The orphaned children of Abner Pace (d. 1900) were at least:
Eudie or U.D. --16 in 1930 census Mecklenburg Co.
Sherman--14 in 1930 census
William--19 in 1930 census
They lived with Sarah -- 39 (widow of Abner Pace who died in 1900--nee Sanders)

Betty Pace -- bapace2@juno.com

Scronce/Schronce Family History

ccboyles — 24 Oct 2001 7:22:33 GMT

I'm working on putting together a book entitled " The Schrantz, Schronce, Scronce, Sronce Family and Their Relatives" and I'm looking for any information on anyone who has this last name or who is related to them. I have found this last name in Lincoln, Catawba, Cleveland, Gaston, Mecklenburg and other counties here in North Carolina. I'm willing to share all the information I have, if you're willing to do the same.

Frank John Pietras obituary

joanie13R — 27 Feb 2008 7:33:09 GMT

From the Charlotte News, Monday, 29 november 1982, p. 8B:
Mr. Frank John Pietras, 63, of Wedgewood Drive, former Divisional Mechandise Manager for J. B. Ivey's and for the past 12 years, President of Infinity's End and Pete's Discount Beverages, died Saturday, November 27, 1982. Mr. Pietras, recipient of the Bronze Star Award as a Captain during World War II, was a member of St. Ann's Catholic Church and a Cur Sillista. Funeral services will be 11 AM Monday at St. Ann's Catholic Church, conducted by Monsignor Francis Smith, with interment in Evergreen City Cemetery. Survivors include his wife, Patricia (Hirt); sons, Jon F., James J. and Frank J., Jr., all of Charlotte, daughter, Mrs. Patricia A. Manning of Austin, TX; sisters, Mrs. Mary Butman of Hinsdale, NH and Mrs. Jean Donoghue of W. Springfield, MA, and five grandchildren. McEwen Funeral Service is in charge.

Jeanette Evans Heiser death notice

joanie13R — 27 Feb 2008 7:24:45 GMT

From the Charlotte Observer, Thursday, 22 november 1990, p. 4B:
Mrs. Jeanette Evans Heiser, 75, of 5225 Wedgewood Dr. died Nov. 21, 1990, at Mercy Hospital South in Pineville. Memorial service is 11 a.m. Saturday at All Saints Lutheran Church, where she was a member. McEwen Funeral Home, Charlotte chapel, is in charge.
Mrs. Heiser, a native of Springfield, Ohio, was a retired cook for County Home for Boys. At her church, she was a member of Veterans of Foreign Wars Auxiliary.
Survivors are her husband, Herbert; daughters, Miss Jennifer Heiser, Miss Susan Heiser, both of Minneapolis; brothers, Welton Evans of Springfield, Ohio, Warren Evans of South Charleston, Ohio; sister, Mrs. Juanita Bassell of Springfield.
Memorials may be made to All Saints Lutheran Church, 900 Seneca Place, Charlotte, N.C. 28110.

A.E. Leonard, S.R. Parham, Reuben Johnson, pilots

gteffeteller — 25 Feb 2008 4:33:46 GMT

Maryville Times, (Blount Co. TN) Thursday, January 23, 1947:

“Bits Of Long-Lost Plane Found, Minus Traces Of Three Flyers---A wrecked airplane engine and a scanty amount of plane wreckage found in one of the most inaccessible parts of the Great Smokies Park area by members of the Hiking Club on Sunday is believed to be part of the single-engine Beechcraft Army plane, missing since Aug. 12, 1944, according to reports from the C.A.A. The plane carried civilian fliers: A.E. Leonard, pilot; S.R. Parham, co-pilot; Reuben Johnson, mechanic. No trace of the bodies has yet been found.
R.E. Dickens, C.A.A., said this morning that the Army plane had been leased by the Manhattan Corp., at Oak Ridge, and that the serial number of the plane would have to be cleared through Washington for positive identification.
“The plane can be definitely traced,” Dickens said, through its serial numbers, one of which will be that of the Pratt Whitney Corp., and the other of the Army. A wrist watch near the wreckage was the only personal belonging found, and was said to be in excellent condition.
It was first thought the wreckage might be that of the AC-78, a twin motor craft with four passengers, missing since Janaury, 1944, for which a wide search was made and several rewards offered by wives of the passengers. The lake at Calderwood was dragged more than once for wreckage two years ago. Four passengers disappeared with the plane.
It was earlier erroneously announced that the pieces found Sunday were parts of a reconnaissance plane which crashed taking photographs of a wrecked C-45, and in which the two passengers miraculously escaped death, with their camera and film still intact, Dickens said. The small craft was caught in a “downdraft” and wrecked beside the plane being photographed, the occupants suffering only minor injuries.
Ernest Dickerman, vice-president of the Hiking Club, who is an employee if the TVA in Knoxville, said the wreckage found is in one of the most rugged sections of the Smokies. It can be reached only on foot, he said, and is about a four hour hike from Gatlinburg.
The opinion has been expressed that the remainder of the wreckage may be found on the other side of the mountain known as Wooly Top.”

Maryville Times, (Blount Co. TN) Thursday, January 30, 1947:

“Search For Bodies Of Crash Victims Halted---Search for the bodies of three Oak Ridge men, believed to have been killed in an airplane crash in the Smoky Mountain Park in August 1944, was abandoned today, according to a statement made by the State Highway Patrol.
The wreckage, identified as the Army plane in which the missing men left the municipal airport, was found on Wooly Top by members of a hiking club more than a week ago.
Three search parties have failed to find any trace of the bodies. A charred shoe and a wrist watch are the only articles reported found that might have belonged to the fliers.
The men aboard the plane were A.E. Leonard, S.R. Parham and Reuben Johnson, all formerly of Charlotte, North Carolina.”

Cureton's

keli1 — 20 Feb 2005 3:19:28 GMT

Hi, I am searching for information on the Cureton family farm/plantation in Mecklenburg. Looking for a child named Ambrose and son Govan. Thanks

Britian Wray and Thomas Shepherd

valette1 — 2 Mar 2005 2:46:21 GMT

I would like to gather information about Britian Wray who married Hannah Cashion in 1802 in Mecklenburg County, NC and Thomas Shepherd who married Mary Cashion in 1803 in Mecklenburg County, NC. We think Hannah and Mary were sisters. Can't find either of these couples in the 1810 census so we would like to know where they went after the marriages. Please help!

BROOM

Linda Avery — 13 Mar 1998 12:00:00 GMT

Searching for information on BURRELL BROOM of Warren County, Georgia and Mecklenburg, NC, who is believed to be father of ALLEN BROOM, born 1807 (in GA?). Any help will be appreciated.

Have list of individuals with BROOM surname in Floyd County, GA area (1800's to early 1900's) for anyone interested.interested.

RONE-ROANE

Anne Bradford — 2 Jul 1999 12:00:00 GMT

I am looking for information on ELIZABETH BALL ROANE, born August 10,1810 in Mecklenburg County,NC. She was the daughter of THOMAS ROANE & HENRITTA HEARN(HERN).

I am trying to trace my gggrandmother, ELIZA ROAN, who married DANIEL BROOM and lived in the Waxhaw area of Union County after the Counties were split. In the 1850 census of Union County she was living with her husband and children, and in the 1860 census, she was listed as head of household. Any and all information would be appriciated, thanks.

Anne Bradford

Henry Christian Severs

Wanda McRae — 8 Oct 1998 12:00:00 GMT

I need information about the Henry Christian Severs family. Several of his decendants were born and lived in Mecklenburg County, North Carolina. The UDC Chapter is named in his honor there in Mecklenburg County ???? Any information welcomed, thanks Wanda

Information

Madge Donaldson — 16 Aug 2000 12:00:00 GMT

John Donaldson, born abt 1716, married Catherine Davis abt. 1740, one son David Soverign Donaldson born 1771 in North Carolina. Would appreciate any help and would like to know where and when he died and where he was buried. He lived in Mecklenburg County at one time.Would appreciate any help. Madge Donaldson.

Rebecca Adeline (Gilmer) Alexander

maxtrax — 19 Jan 2004 4:57:34 GMT

My aunt of yore, Rebecca, m. uncle William Franklin Alexander on Dec 2, 1832 at Rocky River Presby.Ch.

Wm. Franklin and a couple of his sons went to Laredo, TX,
where Wm. remarried to an 18 year old Carlotta Dovalina. As
I have been able to learn, either his wife, Rebecca, did not go
with him to Laredo, but stayed in Mecklenburg Co., NC, or she returned there from Laredo. At least one son, Richard
Baxter Alexander, remained in Mecklenburg or returned there
to be with Rebecca.

Nevertheless, Rebecca (Gilmer) Alexander died in Mecklenburg Aug 16, 1860, and her Will probated Oct
1861 in which she left her estate to her son Richard B.
Alexander. The executor was Dr. Thomas C. NEAL.

Rebecca's sister, Martha "Patsy", married my greatgrand
father, Marcus Sherman Alexander, who was a bro. of Wm.
Franklin Alexander. [bros m. sis's]. The Gilmer girls had bros
who were physicians in Mecklenburg: Dr. James F. Gilmer, and Dr. S. J. Gilmer.

Can anyone help me find out where Rebecca is buried, and if
she remarried, etc.?

Thanks. Mac of Cypress, TX.

obit request SHANNONHOUSE 1939

audreybmorris — 1 Feb 2008 10:14:42 GMT

If anyone is able to locate this obit for me, please email me re: copying, etc. I believe it is quite long.

Joseph Granberry Shannonhouse died 23 July 1939 Charlotte, Mecklenburg Co..
born 28 Feb 1849 Perquimans Co, NC.

He apparently had a very large obit in the Charlotte newspaper (possibly front page).

Would also love a copy of his wife's obit: Mary Harriet (McRee) Shannonhouse d 5 Mar 1940, Charlotte. Born 27 Sep 1849 in "Sav'n Hill", NC (county unknown, haven't been able too find it!).

Thank you,
audrey_b_morris@yahoo.com

Sadler

walkerchet — 24 Jan 2008 3:33:06 GMT

Seeking to share research on the Sadlers of Mecklenburg, Lincoln, and Gaston Counties of NC most of whom appear closely related and moved down fron VA in 1700's

Fraser Park - Charlotte

Warlock5588 — 20 Jan 2008 6:12:15 GMT

Does anyone know the history of this park? Any information would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!

Deeds, Mecklenburg Co.NC

Nancy McCoy — 11 Oct 1998 12:00:00 GMT

Deeds, Mechlenburg Co., NC
4/337,336,439,795,798, 13/886, 17/464, 23/8 all involve McMickens. The early ones cite David & Mary, the later ones cite David, Andrew, Margaret, and Nathaniel. Could someone look at these records and see of there is valuable gen. info in them, particularly locations of McMickens and relationships of McMickens? I think that David, Andrew, Margaret and Nathaniel may be children(?) or siblings of the early David and Mary. If material worthwhile, let me know, I will send for copies from County Register of Deeds. Thank you, thank you, thank you.

William McNEELY (1797-1861) of Mecklenburg Co, NC>Henderson Co., TN

susanhood63 — 20 Aug 2001 1:02:34 GMT

Seeking the ancestors of William McNELEY (McNEELY), b. 1797 in Mecklenburg Co., NC, d. 1851 in Henderson Co., TN, where he moved circa 1835. He married Elizabeth TEMPLE (1798-1856); their children were Samuel I., John L., Susan, James M., William H., Mary Jane, Emilene, Francis, and Sarah Caroline (Sallie).

William McNeley's father is believed to be John McNeely, Jr. (d. abt. 1831), and his grandfather is believed to be John McNeely, Sr. (d. abt. 1789).

Two more (probable) Myths of Mecklenburg Co. Marriages of daughters of Thomas Spratt.

deebjr1 — 12 May 2005 4:28:17 GMT

Mary Wade Henderson

JstTucker — 15 Jan 2008 12:18:51 GMT

Mary Wade born in North Carolina about 1793. I do not have a death date on her. Her parents were John Wade and Sophia Howard. Her kids Mary A. Henderson born about 1833 in Ky, Martha Jane Henderson born about 1835 in Ky, Louisa Henderson born about 1837 in Ky, and Thomas J. Henderson born about 1827 in Virginia. Help!

Black's Mecklenburg Co NC

patFreeman33 — 13 Jan 2008 11:32:08 GMT

I have been looking for about 5 years for information on Joseph R Black and Ellen Nicholson's children, Harvey, Jennie, Thomas Franklin, Ralph, Joseph arthur, Louise, Cyrus Osborn, Alice, Mittie, Hugh, Robert, Ernest and Laura Nolie. Laura Nolie married James Haywood Freeman. They were my husband's Grandparents. I have found some info on this family but what I am really looking for are photo's. Laura Nolie died when my father in law was just 3 months old and none of his family has ever seen any photos of Nolie or her family. I would be glad to pay for the cost. Please email me at jen8756@aol.com. thank you, Pat

OSBORNE / BLACK / ELLIOTT/ GRIFFIN

tubbyrose — 23 Jun 2001 9:14:35 GMT

Looking for connection to John Osborne born abt. 1773 in Mecklenburg NC, married to Sarah ( Black ?)John lived in Mecklenburg , I assume most of his life, until the counties changed.. I found John & Sarah Osborne on the 1850 census in Union co.,NC. Living with them was Malinda, F.M. (Francis Marion ) & Azgill Osborne.. Also there was a female Griffin and AGE 6 an Emily Osborne, AGE 1 . My line is with F.M. Osborne. He married Serreptha Elliott, also of Mecklenburg/ Union, NC. Would love to correspond with any one with these connections..or any connection, to this line. Thanks, Nicki Osborne

Anson County Genealogical Society Meeting

staticchair — 10 Jan 2008 5:28:19 GMT

The Anson County Genealogical Society will meet Saturday January 19th at 11am in the historical society office at 206 East Wade Street in Wadesboro, NC. Michael Waring will present a program on the buffalo soldiers. The public is invited. Contact me for directions if needed. My email address is staticchair28170@yahoo.com

Membership dues with the Anson County Genealogical Society are $20 per year. Please send your check or money order to Anson County Genealogical Society, 874 Moores Lake Road, Wadesboro, NC 28170. You can also send your family histories and queries to this address as well.