Bedford - Family History & Genealogy Message Board

JOhn N. BLACKWELL

HopkinsKat — 22 Jun 2001 2:43:12 GMT

JOHN N. BLACKWELL is a son of James Blackwell, and both are native Tennesseeans. The Former was born October 5, 1828. The mothers maiden name was Delilia Darnall; she was a native of Illinois. John N. has farmed for himself since attaining his twenty-first year. He is a self-made man, and has accumulated a comfortable competency by his unaided efforts. In 1853 he was united in marriage to Miss Martha Wood, a native of Bedford County, and daughter of W. M. and E. Wood. This union resulted in eleven children. The following are those who are living: William N., John A., Thomas J., Samantha A. (Mrs. C. A. Shaw), Samuel J. and Charity D. Mr. Blackwell is an honest and respected citizen. He was a soldier in the late war, enlisting in Company G, Thirty-second Regiment Tennessee Infantry, in 1862. He was captured at Tullahoma in 1864 and took the oath of allegiance and gave bond for his appearance. He is, politically, a Democrat.

John Gregory & Silas Stone

LawsonHouse — 19 Oct 2005 12:08:05 GMT

John Gregory is found In Bedford Co, 1820 & 30. Samuel Stone found in 1820, Polly Stone in 1830.

Silas Stone b. 1805 married Miriam Gregory, daughter of John, by 1831. Trying to find Silas' family. They all went to Ky ending up in area of Crittenden & Livingston Co. Silas Stone went on to Pope Co, Il with his second wife Mary Frances Grissom..

WM Wood born 1777 -- buried Bedford Co, TN -- ?????

LuAnaDrakeCraig — 9 Dec 2005 6:17:24 GMT

There is a WM Wood born 1777, buried in Bedford Co, TN. The headstone is broken off so most of the engraving is missing.

Is anyone researching a William Wood or WM Wood born 1777? Or one who is buried in Bedford Co, TN?

LuAna Drake Craig
Wood descendant

Zachariah Gorden

GraceUpshaw89 — 26 Sep 2008 10:10:06 GMT

In the 1820 census of Bedford Co, Tn., Zach. Gorden is listed just above a Leonard Crosser. Both have families. Then later in Weakley Co., Tn., Crosser is shown in the 1850 Census with a Mary Gorden living with his household. No Zach. Gorden family is in Weakley Co. I welcome any information concerning the Zachariah Gorden (Gordon) family. Mary Gordon was my gr. grandmother. I know she married Eli Walker in 1862 in Obion Co. They lived in Hickman Co., Ky, and when she was widowed she moved to Dukedom, Weakley Co.in the 1880s. I would love to know more about Mary and her mother and father. Thanks, Grace Hall Upshaw

MEADOWS family in Bedford TN

Billie Ellington — 14 Apr 2004 2:57:47 GMT

I am looking for any information on my ggrandparents. I found them on the 1880 Census for Bedford TN.

Isom Meadows
Matilda Unknown
Jonas (grandfather)
Calvin
Silas M
Susan
Cassie

I have not been able to find anything prior to this date. Any help at all greatly appreciated.

Earnhart,Smith,Stone,Ladd,Freeman,Turner, James, Webb Familes in Bedford co TN

thosebeforeus — 17 Mar 2002 8:49:53 GMT

William Kay Harris Earnhart b. June 12,1887 in Manchester, Coffee co TN. son of James Hiram Earnhart and Martha Rebecca Stone. He married Elgia Algy Thomas Stem Smith B. March 21,1890 in Dearborn co TN. daughter of Levi Temple Madison Smith(b.April 4,1871 in Shelbyville, Bedford co TN.) and Nannie Jane James(b. Jan.6,1874 in Bedford co Tn. James Hiram Earnhart was born in Manchester Coffee TN.on Apr.6,1853, son of William Earnhart and Nancy M. Freeman. Martha Stone was the daughter of William K.H. Stone and Anna Ladd.Levi Temple Madison Smith's parents were Levi G.W. Smith and Roberta francis Turner. Nannie's parents were Andrew Jackson James and Sarah Ann Webb. All were born in or from around Bedford Co TN.
Any info on these families will be appreciated. My e-mail address is <thosebeforeus@hotmail.com>
William Earnhart/Nancy M. Freeman and William K.H. Stone/Anna Ladd and Levi G.W.Smith/Roberta francis Turner and Andrew Jackson James/Sarah Ann Webb are all my gg-grandparents.

Obituary Lookup in Decherd Please

irishds — 18 Sep 2008 5:55:52 GMT

I am looking for an obituary for David B. Tucker in Decherd, Bedford, Tennessee. He died April 28, 1836.

Lookup needed on George Richie and his son John Dee Richie

proweddingphotos — 18 Sep 2008 3:29:28 GMT

John Dee Richie was born in Richmond, Tennessee, on 7 March 1874. George Richie, who was born in Missouri, is his father.

John Dee had a brother William A. Richie and two sisters I know of (but I only have John Dee's sisters listed as Mrs. so-and-so, without their first names....this coming from John Dee's obit and that is how they listed their names.)

Can someone in Bedford County, Tennessee, lookup John Dee's birth certificate to see if it lists George's middle name and who George's wife was for me? Would also love to know John Dee's sisters' names, too. Any info gained from George's death certificate or marriage license would be appreciated, if found, too....though I'm not sure if he married or died in Bedford County, Tennessee or not.

If either show up in the census, would like to know any info about them, such as George's approx year of birth.

A great big thanks, in advance, to anyone who can help me with this. I'll pass the favor on to someone else, whenever I can.

Bill

Mary Pat Steiger

PRogers4395 — 9 Sep 2008 3:12:52 GMT

Would like to touch base with Mary Pat regarding the Wilhoit family of Bedford County. Would appreciate any suggestions as to contacting her. Email address from her message of April 2003 no longer correct.

Barrett Daughters/John and Frances Wilhoite Barrett/Bedford Co. TN

PRogers4395 — 8 Sep 2008 5:13:19 GMT

Have been tracking the family of John and Frances Wilhoite Barret of Bedford Co. Have found information on the sons, Lewis, Lee Washington, William J, John E and Duncan L. There are 2 females listed with John on the 1830 Bedford Co.; 1 under 5 and the other between 5 and 10. I believe that my great great grandmother, Margaret Barrett (wife of A. S. Reaves) was that youngest female. She was b. in 1828. Would appreciate any help from others interested in this family.

Af - Am Winn or Smalling families from Bedford or Franklin Counties

gindre43920 — 25 Aug 2008 3:54:51 GMT

Hello,
I think I have traced my fathers tree to Bedford Co. Tn.

He was born and lived his early years in Cowan, Franklin Co. Tn.

This is what we know:
his name was James Easton b. 2-27-1927 - died
he was the s/o
Doc Easton & Mattie (UNK) Stephens (out of wedlock)
he had a half - sister Melissa b. Unk (Still living around Cowan as far as we know) and a half brother Elonzo E. Stephens Jr. b. 3-18-1917 Franklin Co. Tn - died

This is what I Found and have to prove:
Mattie Lou Wenn married Eugene Stephens 6-18-1916 Franklin Co., Tn

Mattie Lou Wenn or Winn is the d/o Frank Winn & Mary Lethe "Lottie" Smalling she is 1 of 13 children of which 7 are living aft 1910

I believe Frank is the s/o Cato or Cater Winn & Mary (unk)

Mary Lethe Smalling is the d/o Unk Smalling & Mary

any help with these lines is greatly appreicated

thank-you Andre' Easton
Midland, Pa.

Coffey Family of Bedford TN

EmmaAbbott83 — 6 Mar 2007 5:53:43 GMT

My great grandfather was william Edmondson Coffey; his father was Henry Bradford Coffey, son of Rice Coffey. I am seeking relatives still living in Bedford Co.

Isaac Wood in Bedford Co., TN 1820

JNewell07 — 21 Aug 2008 3:23:29 GMT

I am looking for information (parents, siblings, etc.) on Isaac Wood b. 1784 NC. I believe him to be the Isaac Wood in Bedford Co., TN in 1820 (120010-401100) and in Haywood Co., TN in 1830, then in Johnson Co., AR in 1840 (10000001-2012201) and in Yell Co., AR in 1850 where he died 1857/1858. I believe one of his daughters to be Elizabeth Wood b. 1818 TN who married Constantine Ladd in AR about 1845. Johnson Co., AR land transactions in the mid-1830's also mention a Logan Mingo Wood as well as neighbor Isaac Wood. Elizabeth named two of her sons Isaac Wood Ladd and Logan Milton Ladd so it would seem both are related. I have no other information on Logan Mingo Wood--I never see mention of him again. I do have some of the names of Isaac Wood's other children, some born in Tennessee. Census records indicate that Isaac might have been married at least twice, possibly the last time in Arkansas to an Anna Denton who died before 1850.

Hoping someone might know of Isaac and/or Logan. Thank you!
Janet in CA

Parents of Sarah Blankenship

Gale Judkins — 20 Aug 1999 12:00:00 GMT

Seeking parents of Sarah Blankenship, b. 1823 in TN. She married Benjamin Pollock(b. 1821 TN) in 1845 in Bedford Co.
Apparently she died there about 1882 and Benjamin moved west to Benton Co. AR with some of his adult children. Believe Sarah's parents were Joseph and Jane Blankenship, but have no proof. Can anyone help me with this?

Annie Durgan Clark & Lottie Ellen Clark

BettyLanders67 — 15 Aug 2008 11:54:28 GMT

looking for any info on Annie D. and Lottie Ellen Clark b. in Unionville moved to Texas married Patterson brothers Eldridge and Beryle. I think their father was Andrew which I found on the 1900 Bedford census. I have some info on where they are buried etc but would like to connect with a descendant. Any pictures, obits would be helpful

Will do LOOKUPS in Bedford Co., TN

Kristi_Moffitt — 9 Aug 2005 5:09:18 GMT

I will do lookups for Bedford Co. TN.
Kristi Moffitt
kkcem@blomand.net

Haskins, Batten

jbrice6 — 26 Jul 2008 1:19:33 GMT

Do you have any listings for a John P Haskins, or a Batten( don't have a first name)John Haskins would have died abound 1894 - not sure of anymore info on Batten.

Coleman Nichols born 5-6-1789 NC died 4-4-1867 KY

Shoreshim — 20 Jul 2008 7:13:28 GMT

I have the following for Coleman Nichols born 5-6-1789 NC and died 4-4-1867 in Marshall Co, KY
He is buried in Oak Level Methodist Cemetery, Oak Level, Marshall Co, KY near Benton
He married Rebecca Reeves about 1810 in Rutherford Co, TN who is also buried in the same cemetery.

His children:
???Jackson Nichols??? born 5-4-1811 Bedford or Williamson County, TN; died 10-10-1867 Texas Co, MO wife Nancy Wheeler

Jane Nichols born about 1813 Bedford Co, TN; husband Abraham(?) Rushing

Unknown Nichols born about 1815 Bedford Co, TN

Absolum Nichols born about 1817 Bedford Co, TN died in Williamson Co, IL; spouse Martha Warriner

William Nichols born about 1818 Bedford Co, TN; spouse Lucinda Arent

Elizabeth Nichols born about 1820 Bedford Co, TN died 2-14-1859 KY; spouse Wilson H. Reeves

Frances Nichols born 1822 Bedford Co, TN died 8-18-1899 Texas Co, MO; spouse Thomas Wood

Malcolm G. Nichols born 9-13-1824 Bedford Co, TN; died 7-11-1894 Marshall Co, KY; spouses Malinda(?), Lucinda Arent Nichols(?), Mary Jane Inman

Mary A. Nichols born about 1832 Bedford Co, TN

Nancy Nichols born about 1835 KY

John W. Nichols born about 1837 Calloway Co, KY; spouse Cornelia Cross

Coleman Nichols born about 1840 KY; spouse Martha J.

Anyone researching this Nichols family please contact me.

LuAna Drake Craig
shoreshim2007@bellsouth.net

Nancy Ellen Freeman m. Lonzo Reynolds

EllenRowley — 19 Jul 2008 4:24:46 GMT

I am looking for a date of the marriage of my Great Grandmother Nancy Ellen Freeman to Lonzo (or Alonzo) Reynolds. I think Nancy Ellen went by Ellie and was the daughter of Henry "Frank" Freeman and Harriett Williams. Lonzo was the son of Amzira Anthony Reynolds (or Runnels) and Clarissa Ann Reavis. My guess is that they married in 1901 in Bedford County where they all lived.

I am also trying to find the marriage of my Grandparents, Amzira Reynolds who married Pearl Dimple Johnson in the early 1920's. Amzira was from Bedford County while Pearl Johnson was from Smith County and was the daughter of Sidney Johnson and Clodia Wyatt.

Thanks for any help anyone can give me.

Campbell Family/Bedford Co. 1800's

PRogers4395 — 11 Jul 2008 8:25:54 GMT

Hoping someone can tell me the parents of Alfred Campbell b. Tn ca 1805/6; married Sarah Reaves probably ca 1830, dau of Archibald and Elizabeth Caldwell Reaves. Alfred d. 1863.
Was he the brother of William Campbell who m. Letha Burrow? One of William's sons, "Clab" m. a Mary Reeves. Does someone have more information on Clab and Mary as well?
I believe these folks would have been in the Flat Creek area.
Thanks.
Pat

Orphan DEASON children

PatHavensWCC — 30 Jul 2001 7:06:04 GMT

Sarah DEASON is on the 1850 census in Bedford Co with her children, Louisa Jane 7, Mary E 5, Franklin 4 and William 3.
Sarah died about 1851 and Mary's obit says she was born in Alabama. So they weren't in TN long. Does anyone have access to any orphan court records, trying to find the name of their father and maiden name of mother.

Edger Himes

mjhime — 26 Jun 2008 1:48:56 GMT

Looking for information on Edgar P Himes, married Florence Reed in Bedford County Feb 1 1896. They are in the 1900, 1910 and 1920 census. Edger born abt 1872 died abt 1827.
Florence born abt 1870 and died abt 1841.
Thanks in advance for your help.

Jim Hime

Reed Cementery/Shelbyville, Bedford Co., TN

Nelda2007 — 17 Sep 2004 7:41:02 GMT

If anyone is interested in names we found in Reed Cemetery
Summer of 2002, contact me, and I will give you the listing
we found. It is out in a pasture, fenced, but was completely
grown up, and we had a hard time finding it. You really have
to know just where it is, to even start looking. A distant
cousin of my husbands, took us out and showed us where
to look.
Nelda Thompson
neldathompson@sbcglobal.net

Hollis Prince 3-11-1888- 4-4-1926

BettyLanders27 — 3 Sep 2005 10:24:05 GMT

I am looking for any info on Hollis Prince b 3-11-1888 in Bedford Co. Tn d. 4-4-1926 in Marshall Co. father Gabe Prince, mother Martha Jones he is buried at Crowells Chapel. I am still trying to find siblings for my great-grandfather William(Bill ) Prince. William's father was Jerry Prince no mother named
Thanks for any help
betty

VENTRUESS/VENTRESS AND THOMPSON

Nelda2007 — 2 Jun 2008 2:54:40 GMT

My husband's G.Grandfather, James A. Thompson 1st married Emily Reed, they divorced & 2nd wife was Martha Ventruess. She had 2 children, Moody & Dana Ventruess. I assume Martha
div. or husband died & she took back her maiden name. I would like to know more on the Ventruess family. Martha's parents were John & Letetia Ventruess, they are buried, along with Martha, James Thompson, Moody, Dana & Ella Trollinger. They are all buried side by side at Willow Mt.
Cemetery in Shelbyville. Ella Trollingers' parents were Martha J. Thompson & Joseph Trollinger.Moody &Dana Ventress and Ella Trollinger, inherited the home of James Thompson, when he died in 1911.

If anyone has any info on Martha Ventruess & family,I would appreciate hearing from them. Pls e-mail directly to:
neldathompson@sbcglobal.net

Holdens in 10th district in 1850

Pat Holden — 24 Feb 2003 12:29:57 GMT

Looking for Holden and related families living in the 10th district, Bedford county TN in 1850. I think that Eli HOLDEN who was born about 1831 in TN may have been living in Bedford county in 1850 (he married a PACE girl from Bedford county in 1850). Because the 1850 census for the 10th district of Bedford county is lost, I am looking for the names of Holden families who lived in the 10th district just before or just after 1850. All suggestions appreciated.
If anyone has an idea how to get info about families living in the 10th district Bedford county in 1850, I would appreciate it too.
Any information might provide a clue about Eli, my gg grandfather.
Thanks.
Pat

GEORGE KIMBROUGH married Rebecca Elvira Crockett

ozomaha — 27 May 2008 3:19:08 GMT

26 February 1839 in Gibson County TN. Our family has lots of information on Rebecca, none on George, other than their marriage date. We do not know if this is the same George Kimbrough. She later moved to Texas and married a Halford. I see 3 TN Civil War vets. No information on any.

Looking to discover the correct George or eliminate this one as the husband of Rebecca Crockett.

Ron Osborn
Omaha,NE

Pre-1850 SANDERS-Pisgah Cemetery

Alisax — 7 May 2008 7:25:01 GMT

I am finally back to doing a bit more researching on my SANDERS line from Bedford Co, TN and I need a teensy bit of help from you other researchers…

From 2 sources, I have been told that my SANDERS folks – namely John Sanders, Sr. & wife, Susannah Wheeler Sanders (1775 – 1842), and child John Sanders, Jr.(1797 – 1841) & wife Mary, are buried at Pisgah Cemetery in Bedford Co., TN.

My cousin, Harry Sanders, is going to be in the Bedford Co, TN area within the next month and he has volunteered to go to this cemetery and take photos of headstones (if they exist) for me. So some questions…

1. Where is this Pisgah cemetery?
2. Are there markers for the 4 people above?
3. If no markers, how do others “know” that the 4 above are buried there?

I thank you all in advance for any help on the above!

Best wishes,

Allison Saxman
alisax@commspeed.net

My line is from John Sanders, Jr.’s line – his son Isaac Henry Sanders (1823 – 1908) buried in Friendship Cemetery; Columbus, Lowndes County, MS, lived in Fayette Co. & Lamar Co., AL, served in the 26th AL Inf. CSA, moved to Lowndes Co., MS after the Civil War – if anyone connects with him, please let me know! We are gathering photos and other stuff on his line. Just recently documented that Isaac’s great-grandson is the famous baseball player from the 30’s and 40’s – Terry Bluford Moore, from Lamar Co., AL. If you want more details on this documentation, I can provide them. Thanks again.

Looking for Thompson/Womble in Bedford County, Tennessee

DeborahClaxton42 — 30 Apr 2008 5:50:13 GMT

I need help really bad. I am looking for the family of three brothers.

1. Patrick THOMPSON married to a Mary. There son was Lewis Newsom THOMPSON.

2. David L. THOMPSON married to Francis Ellen Willoughby 24 Dec 1878 at Madison County, Alabama. Ellen was born 25 Sep 1868 at Fayette County, Georgia and died 19 Sep 1911. Ellen's father was William R. WILLEBY. Ellen was also married to John D. WOMBLE 26 Jun 1883 at Lincoln County, Tennessee.

3. William M. THOMPSON died possibly before September 1850. He was married to Louisa ROREX 1845 at Lincoln County, Tennessee. Louisa was born 1822 in Tennessee. Louisa's father was David ROREX born at Jackson County, Alabama and died at Lincoln County, Tennessee. Louisa had a brother named David ROREX also. William and Louisa's daughter was Catharine THOMPSON born 1847 at Chestnut Ridge, Lincoln County, Tennessee. Catharine was also married to John D. WOMBLE, her aunts ex-husband, 27 Aug 1866 at Bedford County, Tennessee and possibly to a Mr. Cook. Catharine died sometime after 1880 around Madison County, Alabama. Catherine is my ggg-grandmother.

This is all the information I have on this family. I wish I had more to give but I don't.

If anyone has any information on these persons please let me know. Thank you in advance.

Deborah

Crowell Chapel Cemetery

Kris_Ellsinore — 28 Apr 2008 5:30:21 GMT

I looked for the Crowell Chapel cemetery on Find A Grave and found two near Halls Mill (with maps) and one in Unionvile (no map).

I'm looking for the one at the Crowell's Chapel Lutheran Church. Can someone tell me which is the right one? Are the two near Halls Mill really the same one, or are there actually two? I was surprised that there weren't more entries and wonder if the confusion is the reason for that?

Thanks,

Kris

Mitchells in Bedford Co., Tennessee

BobMitchell24 — 19 Apr 2008 3:31:06 GMT

Seeking information on the following individuals who were enumerated on the 1820 US Census for Bedford Co:

Isbel Mitchell Bedford Co. 121200 01011
John Mitchell Bedford Co. 200010 32011 1775-1794
M D Mitchell Bedford Co. 300210 00100

Trying to place William C. Mitchell with one of these families, he was born 1812 in Tennessee.

Saling/Sailing/Salen

fuswv_1 — 16 Apr 2008 2:10:33 GMT

Trying to locate information on ancestors that relocated to Missouri between 1818-1820 (rough time period). Peter Webster Saling and Nancy Shipman Saling. We are wondering if they were married in this county; family records tell us that they had a daughter (husband's g,g,g,grandmother) Rebecca Saling born approximately in 1818 in Bedford, Co TN. This is the extent of our information.

LOOKING FOR PAT OF MOUNTAINMAMA- E-MAIL

Nelda Thompson — 4 Oct 2006 8:50:07 GMT

Pat,
I was trying to e-mail you, and your e-mail came back,
so no longer have your address. I wanted to ask you
a question regarding the Thompsons of Wilson Co.,
TN.

Please just e-mail me directly at:
neldathompson@sbcglobal.net

Kittie Word Thompson

edna thompson frazier — 1 Jun 2002 6:25:03 GMT

am seeking info on Kittie Isbell Word Thompson who married Starling D. Thompson, Jan. 25, 1870. .....also any info on the Thompsons.
thanks.

Miles R. Biggers Family (1860 census)

DimpledTexan — 23 Apr 2003 3:25:53 GMT

Does anyone have any knowledge about Miles R. Biggers? He has family members listed as B.A., N.A., and T.M. and a Fannie Deason living there as well. I believe that the Fannie Deason could be my G-grandmother who was orphaned as a child along with her sister Mary. I am working with Barb Perkins on this.
Thanks...Anissa

Bedford County Research

MarthaHerring43 — 12 Jul 2007 1:54:44 GMT

Where in Bedford county can I go to do genealogy research. Also I would like to knows the hours it is opened. My family came from Bell Buckle.

Theophilus-The-Theo,William T., Newcomb, Thompson

Terrie589 — 29 Mar 2008 5:59:57 GMT

I am researching the family of Theophilus Thompson,b.about 1818 in NC. He married Sophia b. about 1818 in TN., her last name is unknown. They lived in bedford Co. TN. from (as per Census records)1850-1880. 1850 bedford co. TN.census lists Theophilus and Sophia with six children the first and third i can not make out. The socond child is male Joseph H. b. about 1839 TN., this is my gr.gr. grandfather and he died in Poinsett co. AR.1882. According to this census he had One older sister M.J. b. about 1836.Two younger sisters, one - middle name Ann b. about 1841, and Rachel b. about 1846,two younger brothers William T. b.about 1843, and Newcomb W. b. about 1850.By 1860 two more children have been born to Theophilus and Sophia- S.W. male b.about 1853 and Sarah J.b.about 1857. The 1870 census list a daughter - Polly Ann Thompson, age 29 b. about 1841.

John Washington Nowlin Death Certificate 1880-1946

kaitysmom — 24 Mar 2007 8:30:47 GMT

I have a copy of the following persons original Tennessee Death Certificate:

Name: John Washington Nowlin
Age at Death: 59
Date of Birth: October 22, 1880 in Bedford County, TN.
Date of Death: September 5, 1946 in Shelbyville, Bedford County, TN.
Race: White
Parents: Tom Nowlin and Margaret Moore

If anyone would like a copy of the original certificate please contact me at kaitysmom@peoplestel.net, I would be glad to share.

In Christ,
Melissa Barker
Have Access to Original Tennessee Death Certificates for Years 1908-1955
Have Access to Original Tennessee Birth Certificates for Years 1908-1912

Will Do Look Ups!!

Benjamin R. Phillips marriage lookup

mcwasthere — 8 Mar 2008 6:25:56 GMT

I would appreciate a marriage lookup Benjamin R. Phillips to a Mattie ?, possibly Mattie Waggoner around 1882. Need date and any other pertinent information for source.

Thank you.

McNeills in Bedford County

donaldamcneill — 4 Mar 2008 3:25:12 GMT

Looking for any information on David and Malinda McNeill that lived in Bedford County in the 1830s and 1840s.

GROOMS IN SHELBYVILLE , BEDFORD , TENNESEE 1830 CENSUS

Shirley Carter — 17 Jan 2003 11:53:24 GMT

Could someone give me a lookup in Bedford , TN. 1830 Census for a Sally Grooms probably Shelbyville township. Also a George Grooms and Millie Grooms along with Mary Jane Grooms.
Sally is said to be George's mother and she suppose to be listed in 1830 Census I guess head of the household , sorry but have no birth date or place of birth. George Grooms born 1780 Cherokee Nation East (TN) Millie Grooms nee Cook born 1784 South Carolina. Mary Jane Grooms daughter of Millie and George, born 1800 North Carolina. George and family may or may not be listed in 1830 Census. I would appreciate all and any help I can get. Thanks Shirley
p.s. my email address is cartersa@pacbell.net

Dr. J.M. Cunningham, Shelbyville, Bedford Co., TN

rwalston2 — 1 Aug 2006 5:46:13 GMT

J. M. CUNNINGHAM, M. D., is a native of Marshall County, Tenn., born June 17, 1849, and is the second of six children of S. D. and Elizabeth (Armstrong) Cunningham, who are now living in Marshall County. Our subject spent his early days in tilling his father's farm, remaining until eighteen years old, at which time he entered the high school at Lewisburg, then under the supervision of Calvin Dornal, and paid his own way for about three years, his father refusing to pay his tuition. He entered the Medical College of Nashville in 1871, and during the vacation in the summer of 1872 he taught school to enable him to take the course of lectures in the fall, which he did, and graduated in the spring of 1873. He began practicing his profession in April of that year at Bedford post office, seven miles west of Shelbyville, where he has successfully continued up to the present date. June 14, 1876, he married Lizzie T. Lock, daughter of James Lock. This union has resulted in six children: Vera C., Clare G. (deceased), Ewing B., Hattie S., Lillie R. (deceased) and Horace L. Dr. Cunningham is a Democrat in politics, and he and wife are members of the Methodist Episcopal Church South.

Henry W. Woosley & Hattie Clark m. 1900 Bedford

lindajcox333 — 19 Feb 2008 7:43:14 GMT

Looking for information on: 2 19 -08
Henry W. Woosley born November 1867 Bedford County, Tennessee
m. Hattie 'Harriette' Clark born January 11, 1881 Probably Madison County, Tennessee
married probably 1900 in Bedford County, Tennessee
Any help with this family is appreciated,
lindajcox3@hotmail.com

WILLIAMS, James Jackson, b. 1832

Karen Johnson Richards — 12 Apr 2000 12:00:00 GMT

Have extensive descendancy for James Jackson WILLIAMS and wife, Sophronia Jane BRYANT. Both born in Bedford County, TN in 1832. James is son of Moses WILLIAMS. Would like to locate family histories, stories and photos of family.

Nancy S. E. Delk Pylant 1873-1903

BettyLanders46 — 16 Jan 2005 8:55:31 GMT

Nancy married William M. Pylant buried in Coleman Cemetery. Would like contact with relatives

William BLACKBURN

HopkinsKat — 22 Jun 2001 2:43:12 GMT

WILLIAM BLACKBURN, a well-to-do citizen of this county, was born in Tennessee May 30, 1831. His parents, Robert and Lucy (Ferguson) Blackburn, were born in the Old Dominion February 5, 1796, and June 25, 1799, and died December 28, 1874, and September 6, 1865, respectively. They were married in 1818, and to their union were born five daughters and two sons. Three of the children are yet living. Our subject has spent the greater part of his life on a farm and has followed farming from early boyhood. In 1859 his marriage to May M. Sutton was celebrated. She was born in Tennessee December 1, 1840, and is the daughter of John and Jane (Marr) Sutton. Mr. and Mrs. Blackburn have four children born to their union, as follows: Lucy J., born March 4, 1860; Elizabeth, born December 20, 1861; John born June 13, 1864, died May 5, 1883; and Martha, born November 28, 1866. Our subjects farm consists of 270 acres of good land. He deals quite extensively in tobacco, and although he began life a poor boy, he has accumulated considerable property. He has been a member of the Baptist Church for twenty years and his wife for over thirty years. In politics Mr. Blackburn is neutral.

William Henry Chilton

William McCallum — 18 Feb 2004 2:29:32 GMT

William H. Chilton was b.Oct. 1836 TN d. Feb 15, 1928,
Lewisburg, TN. His wives were Catherine Anderson married
Nov 27, 1865, Bedford Co., TN, Ruthie Fonville married July
17, 1881, Marshall Co., TN and Pattie Keele married July 21,
1866 Marshall Co., TN. He was a Civil War Vet. and had several children including Nina b. Feb 1878, Taylor b. 1880,
Emmett b.Oct 1884, John Forrest b. Nov 1886, Ida b. May 1890, Mark b. 1889, Anna b. Apr 1890, Joe P.b. 1902, Raymond A.b. 1905, Chilton b. 1907, Lucile b. 1914 and others. I need more information on this family including
the father and mother of William Henry Chilton.

Thomas & Elizabeth Groom

georgiaoldham — 30 Dec 2007 7:45:01 GMT

Thomas Groom b 1797 NC and Elizabeth Groom b 1829 TN are listed on the 1850 & 1860 census for Bedford Co., TN. They had 3 children listed on the 1860 census: Lucinda 8, Theodorick 5, and Malin 2. Does anyone know any more about this family?

SCOTT Family

dogselks — 27 Aug 2001 5:41:23 GMT

Bedford, TN USA

Joshua Potts SCOT

Joshua Potts SCOT decendants William SCOT, James SCOT, David SCOT

James SCOT decendants Joseway, John and Walter

John SCOTT decendants James B.1934 or 1840, Augusta Foust 5 sep 1841, Samual Robert 18 apr 1843, Thomas W 18 apr 1843, Robert C. 1845 or 1847

Anyone out there researching this family???

Slater family from Loudoun Co., VA, buried in Shofner Lutheran Cemetery

carltonfamily_1 — 28 Oct 2007 10:39:58 GMT

I'm looking for any descendants of George Francis Slater, born in Loudoun County, VA in 1832 and died in Haley in 1913. He and his family are buried in Shofner Lutheran Cemetery. Thanks! Pam

Byrd and York

BlackOtterK — 21 Oct 2007 4:31:02 GMT

Seeking any information on Betty Jo (possibly Elizabeth Josephine) York who married Richard E. York in Honolulu, Hawaii where he was stationed. Betty was born in Bedford County, Tennessee and lived in Wisconsin at one time. Appreciate anything. Thanks.

York, Byrd

BlackOtterK — 21 Oct 2007 4:28:12 GMT

York, Byrd

BlackOtterK — 21 Oct 2007 4:26:49 GMT

Seeking any information on Betty Jo (possibly Elizabeth Josephine) York who married Richard E. Byrd in Honolulu, Hawaii where he was stationed. Betty Jo was born in Shelbyville, Tennessee. Appreciate any information. Thanks, Shirley King

York, Byrd

BlackOtterK — 21 Oct 2007 4:24:49 GMT

Seeking any information on Betty Jo (possibly Elizabeth Jo or Josephine) York who married Richard E. Byrd in the 1940's in Honolulu, Hawaii where Richard was stationed in the Navy. Betty Jo York was born in Shelbyville, Tennessee. Would appreciate any information at all. Thanks, Shirley King

Russell Cemetery : Martin, Russell

TWebbMartin — 30 Apr 2007 4:37:51 GMT

My husband's ancestor Willam R. Martin married Mary Jane Nance who was the daughter of John Nance and Ann Gambill. I have notes that my late mother-in-law made some time ago that say both Ann and John are buried in the Russell Cemetery in Bedford County.

Also, William R. Martin's mother was Patience Russell. I have been trying to locate Patience's ancestors and perhaps some of her family is buried in that Russell Cemetery.

Was family was Presbyterian or Baptist?

I have a copy of a family history called "The Descendants of Bradley Gambill" by Louise G. Brown and Jane C. Luna, published in 1979, if anyone would like me to look up someone in this line.

William Thomas Hickerson, obit

mafreeman1 — 11 Oct 2007 4:18:18 GMT

I have found a portion of the obit for William Thomas Hickerson who died 6 Aug 1943. This portion was posted on the Bedford Co., TN Genweb site. I would like to see a copy of the entire obit. Apparently this obit appeared in the Shelbyville Gazette.
Hope someone can help.

Please help! Land grant law suit of 1833 in Bedford County between the Crooks/Harmons/Greers heirs

therock6250 — 10 Oct 2007 6:11:42 GMT

My research has centered on the Bedford, Lincoln Co., Tennessee area of which I first found my ancestor, Gideon Harmon, in the 1812 Bedford Co., TN Tax list. During the same year, he joined the army in Shelbyville, Bedford Co., Tennessee and fought in the War of 1812.

This is a list of Harmon’s listed in the 1812 Tax List from Bedford Co., Tennessee:
Isaiah (Esaiah), Gideon, Henry, John, Jonathan, Lewis, & Lewis.

This is a partial transcript of his military pension records.

State of Tennessee Bedford County July 11, 1814
I James L Armstrong, late surgeon to the Regiment of Tennessee Volunteer Cavalry commanded by Col. John Alcorn under Major Genl. Andrew Jackson, do hereby certify that Gideon Harmon, a private in Capt. John B. Dempsey's company of mounted gun-men under the command of Col. Newton Cannon, was wounded through the right hand in the Battle of Tallasseehatchie when Brigadeer Genl. John Coffee commanded on the third Nov, 1813 - that I dressed the (?) Harmon soon after the battle; and that I have this day examined the wound and find that his right hand is in a great measure rendered useless in consequence thereof. And in all probability will ever remain so - Given under my hand the date above. James L Armstrong Surgeon R.T.V. Cav.

Note: Gideon wounded on Nov 3, 1813.

There are several letters asking for an increase in Gideon's pension and/or transfers from one office to another. Gideon's return and timing of such is important as I believe he returned to Tennessee to claim his rights in the estate of Jacob Harmon. Please read on....

Gideon moved back to Lincoln Co., Tennessee where he drew a pension from the West Tennessee office in Nashville from September 1822 to September 1832. He apparently had moved back to Mississippi by 1830 as he is in the 1830 Monroe Co., Mississippi Census. In 1830, there is a letter asking that he receive his pension from the Nashville office instead of Natchez, but in 1835, an application for transfer to collect it in the Territory of Mississippi in Natchez since he has moved there. It says that he removed from Lincoln Co TN to Monroe Co, MS: "That he could better promote the interest of his large family by removing to a new country suitable for the cultivation of cotton - and where land could be more easily obtained than where he formerly resided." Records show that he drew a Pension then from the Natchez , MS office from September 1832 until 1858. His tombstone at Bethlehem Cemetery, Oak Hill Community in Monroe County has a date of 1871 that we originally thought was his death year. We now believe that he died in 1858; the year in which his pension ceased.

Gideon and Mary had a LEAST nine children as indicated from the 1820, 1830 and 1840 Monroe Co., Mississippi Census records. I have identified six, James N., Jane, Newton Cannon, Rhoda, Alexander and John T.Harmon. He named one of his sons John T., being a major clue to Gideon's origins.

My research also has centered on Harmons in the Bedford Co., Tennessee area who have origins in Virginia. In the 1850 Monroe Co., Mississippi Census, Gideon is listed born in Virginia and his wife Mary listed as born in North Carolina. This is consistent with his children in later Census records as to his state of birth. The descendants of Jacob Harmon of Bullitt Co., Kentucky are the only group I have found in the area of Bedford with origins in Virginia.

Gideon joined the army in Shelbyville , TN as a member of the 2 Mtd Gunmen, West Tennessee Vols. JOHN T. HARMON was also a member of this same regiment. This John Harmon received a pension from the East Tennessee office of Jonesboro from 1835 to Sept 1838. He married in Rutherford Co., Tennessee (Rutherford boards Bedford County on the North) to Nancy Wilson on 30 Oct 1817. He moved to Arkansas but by 1850 was living in Lamar Co., Texas.

John had a sister named Margaret who married John Crook. He is also named as one of Margaret's brothers in the land grant law suit of 1833 in Bedford County between the Crooks/Harmons/Greers heirs of old father Jacob Harmon's 1,000 acres in Bullitt County, Kentucky . . . and his deposition re: his two shares (bought a sister's-right in 1813), is also of record in Bullitt County, Kentucky. Lewis Harmon listed as a brother in said lawsuit. I have found references to twelve children of old Jacob Harmon but I have only identified three of them, John Troxel, Lewis and Margaret.

I have not been able to find a transcript of the lawsuit but it seems the a possible reason that Gideon moved back to Lincoln Co., Tennessee during this same period and then returned to Mississippi after the lawsuit was settled. I wonder if he was litigator in the lawsuit and his return to Lincoln was to secure his rights.

I am beginning to think that someone in the Harmon family found Gideon under a hollow log and adopted him into the family or that he was an illegitimate son of one of Jacob’s daughters. My handicap is that I have not been able to visit the Bedford and Lincoln County Courthouses to search records.

I would appreciate any help with my Harmon family line and of course anyone who can name the twelve children of Jacob of Bullitt Co., KY.

James H. Muse (c1820-p1880) of Branchville, Bedford County, TN

Bill_Dahnke — 6 Oct 2007 8:07:12 GMT

Hello,
I am trying to find what became of James H. Muse, born ca 1820 in Bedford County, TN. His parents were Rev. John Tyler Muse (1791-1850) and Rachel Hartsfield. Rev. John Tyler Muse was the pastor at Missionary Baptist Church in Bedford County. James H. Muse was living in Branchville in Bedford County during the 1880's. Several of his sons moved to Obion County during the 1880's. I am trying to find when James H. Muse died and where he was buried. I am also interested in finding a history of Missionary Baptist Church if possible.
Any help, suggestions will be appreciated.

Payne family

MaryAshley51 — 10 Oct 2007 11:01:28 GMT

Looking for any info on the parents or family of Armstead Payne (b. 1807 TN). Mother was named Mary (possibly Little), name of father unknown. These are Armstead's siblings:
- Thomas PAYNE, b. 1789
- Larkin PAYNE, b. 1791, TN
- Wilie B. PAYNE, b. 1797; married Sarah OWENS, 1823
- Gaven PAYNE, b. 1800, TN; married Mary RICHARDS or RICHARDSON, 1818
- Lucy PAYNE, b. 1803
- Armstead PAYNE, b. 1807, TN; married Jane BURLESON, 1835 and Mary Louisa CROCKER, 1845
- Absolom PAYNE, b. 1807 (twin, died at birth)
- Elizabeth J. PAYNE, b. 1810, TN; married Edmond LITTLE, 1830

Any info greatly appreciated! Thanks!

Information about parent of Wm A. Norman and Mary Ann Gibson in TN in the early 1800s

waitsb — 1 Oct 2007 1:53:24 GMT

I am looking for information about William Allen NORMAN b. 1823 in Maury Co or Bedford Co, TN and his wife Mary Ann GIBSON b. 1829 in Bedford Co, TN. They came from TN to Greene Co MO between 1856 and 1859. Wm A died in 1895 and Mary Ann (his first wife) died in 1879, both in Greene Co MO. They are my 2nd great grandparents on my maternal grandmother Hattie Alice Orr’s side. I would also like evidence that about their parents. For Wm A. Norman I believe they are Robert Potter Norman b. about 1777 in NC and died in 1855 in Perry TN and Martha COFFEE b. about 1795 in GA and died in 1852. For Mary Ann Gibson I believe they are John M Gibson b. 1804 in NC and Martha HARPER b. 1808 in Bedford TN and died in 1849. Again I have no evidence that they are indeed the correct parents. Any evidence will be most appreciated. I would also like to know who the grandparents, etc. were of Wm A and Mary Ann.

I believe the children of Robert P Norman and Martha Coffee are listed below. Any confirmation of this would be appreciated.
Thomas N. NORMAN b: 25 DEC 1817
James C. NORMAN b: 18 APR 1818
Mary Jane NORMAN b: 26 SEP 1819
Eliza E. NORMAN b: 29 NOV 1821
William Allen NORMAN b: 4 AUG 1823
Elizabeth P. NORMAN b: 29 DEC 1827
Martha A. NORMAN b: 26 OCT 1829
Robert Porter NORMAN b: 16 MAR 1836

Finally I would like to communicate by email with anyone who has any of the above folks as ancestors.
Many thanks, Bert Waits waitsb@math.ohio-state.edu

Help on Sanders name

cmullins6340 — 11 Aug 2003 12:56:54 GMT

I am looking for anyone who may know something about the Sanders family of Bedford county. In particular,Etta C.Sanders,born on 8/20,1874,died on 3/20/1963. She is buried in Willow Mount in Shelbyville.I know she had at least one daughter,Pearl,who married a Parker and they lived in or around Rover Tn.sometime in the 1915 to 1920 era.I know her daughter Pearl ended up in Georgia later on in her life after she married the Parker man and she was sent from house to house in her old age before she died in 1963.
She was my greatgrandmother on my father`s side.I have also been told there might be some connection to the Sanders of Shelbyville also.Someone said her brother or son owned a car dealership in Bedford county.
If you know any details or can steer me in a direction please email me at mcparker_55@yahoo.com.

Robert S & Nancy J Dennis

Remembrances — 20 Sep 2007 5:45:21 GMT

Does anyone have any information on a Robert S Dennis who married Nancy J? I haven't been able to find where they were born or who their parents are or what the maiden name of Nancy is. They were living in Bedford County during the 1870 census before moving on to Coffee County. Both Robert and Nancy J were born about 1830 in Tennessee and are buried at the Old Salem Cemetery in Bell Buckle. Robert died in 1885 and Nancy in 1900. Their children are James William, Mary Jane, Robert Wilson, Joseph Thomas, Cynthia Anna, Margaret Elizabeth, and John Henry (Sr). Robert S Dennis was a brick mason as were many of the Dennis family who moved to Tennessee. Thanks for any help or leads anyone may have.

Wallis Cemetery

rhodenefrederick1 — 18 Sep 2007 3:40:37 GMT

Does anyone have access to the listing of the Wallis Cemetery? I am looking for the Wallis's who are buried there. I am trying to track the children of Peter Allen Wallis and his wife Sarah Meadows. Any help would be appreciated. Rhodene

Meshack Hale/Hail 1826

brianfutrel — 20 Aug 2007 8:28:18 GMT

In the Sistler book on Tennessee Land Grants, there is a listing for Meshack Hale for 1926 in Bedford County, Tennessee. In 1836, there is a land grant listed for Reuben Hail/Hale in Bedford CO,TN. Are Reuben Meshack related? Can someone tell me if these two men are related to each other in any way? I do not know who the parents are of Reuben Hail. Please help me find any connection between these two men. Thanks brian

Wood marriages needed

mcwasthere — 1 Jul 2007 9:40:46 GMT

I would like a check of Wood/Woods marriages between 1860 and 1880, particularly for Sarah, William, or Cynthia Wood. Thank you.

Dunlap's Bedford Co. TN 1850

sharolyn — 8 Jan 2006 1:29:08 GMT

Mary Dunlap widow, 62, b. NC; son Daniel/David? 25 and dau Frances 19, lived 5th Civ Dist 1850. Next door is Mary's son, Absolem Dunlap, 28, his wife Elizabeth 27 and their son William, 2. Does anyone know the name of Mary's Dunlap's former husband? Does anyone know the maiden name of Absolem's wife Elizabeth? Thanks for any help.

Hord: TN > FL

bishopmunoz — 6 Jul 2007 2:34:48 GMT

Hi. I'm looking for information on James Alexander Hord, born 31 October 1858 in Bedford County, Tennessee; died 4 January 1934 in Wartrace, Tennessee. He was the son of William M. Hord & Adelaide Hickerson. He married Mary Maud Jackson 17 December 1879. My lineage: James Hord > Ernest Hord > Lewis Hord > Imogene Hord (m. Bruce Young) > Vanessa Young (m. Don Bishop) > Samuel Bishop (me). If you think we might have a match, please contact me.
Alternate names:
James Hord: Forename: Jim.
Thanks.

Hugh Snell and family

brian_eaves — 8 Jul 2007 11:00:44 GMT

I am researching the family of Hugh Snell, listed in the 1830 census of Bedford County and the 1840 census of Marshall County. Any information on the names of his wife and seven children (and any other information) would be greatly appreciated.

Hugh Snell was born in North Carolina around 1785 and had at least seven children. My theory is that his yongest son, listed in the 1830 census as less than 5 years old is my gggg grandfather, Abner H. Snell, born in Tennessee in 1829. I'm just trying to prove this.

Hugh's wife does not appear in the 1849 census (has presumably died at some point between 1830 and 1840) and only three children remain in the household, the youngest of who I believe is my grandfather.

Thanks

Brian

freddie lentz

karensmialek1 — 2 Jul 2007 12:17:48 GMT

i am looking for information on freddie lentz who died in 1900. we have a grave stone on our property with his name and are interested.

Parker family

RosemaryHarris67 — 30 May 2006 3:59:32 GMT

I am looking for graves of my Parker ancestors Silas and Nancy Jones Parker. and their descendants Samuel, Thomas, Edmund, Louisa Hathcock, Silas, Nancy Duke, Caroline Spry, Rebecca Spry, Amanda, Levi, John and Jane. Samuel's son Josiah was my greatgrandfather. He and his second wife Ida are buried in Bell Bickle where he was born. I am also interested in his brothers Silas and John's families and his sister Eliza Crosslin.

Lemmons, Lemons, any spelling, Jacob, John, Asa or William lookup please?

antiquemll — 18 Jun 2007 12:09:35 GMT

I am hoping that someone will do a lookup in any Bedford Co. books prior to about 1836 for ANY Lemmons, Lemons surname. Particulary Jacob, John, Asa or William but possibly others.
Are there any circuit court, probate or deed books for that period of time? Julie

Hezekiah Brown & Martin Collins

mdfreels — 17 Jun 2007 3:44:27 GMT

I'm especially interested in any deed records on these two men, who lived in Bedford Co., TN in 1850 and before. Hezekiah would have arrived early, perhaps 1820 or just before. And I believe Martin Collins arrived around the same time. The seem to be very closely associated and according to our family lore, Martin Collins married the daughter of Hezekiah Brown, Charity Brown.

There was also another Collins man in the early 1800s. He was Joseph Collins. Does anyone have any info on him? Also, I would be interested in contacting descendants of William and Hestor Collins, both whom are buried in Bethleham Cem. They may be related to Martin Collins.

Timothy Marsh

mdfreels — 17 Jun 2007 3:39:14 GMT

I am interested in contacting Mr. Timothy Marsh. During a recent visit to Bedford Co., TN, I was informed that Mr. Marsh has an extensive knowledge of cemeteries in Bedford County. I'm especially interested in the Barrett-Carlisle cemetery located just off Robinson Rd. Me and my mother took pictures of the cemetery. The William Carlisle buried there is a brother to my ancestor, Nathaniel Carlisle. I would love to learn of all the burials there and any other history associated with it.

David & Phebe Chamberland to William Walker Land Deed, 3 Sept 1829

HopkinsKat — 22 Jun 2001 2:43:12 GMT

Deed Book "AA", Page 292. 9 Aug 1828. David Chamberland and Phebe Chamberland his wife to William Walker, 100 acres. All of Bedford Co., TN. David and Phebe Chamberland sold to William Walker land in Bedford Co., on waters of Thompsons Creek, it being a part of a undivided tract belonging to the heirs of James Walker, deceased. Borders land granted to Clement Cannon, school land, and William Wilborm and Hays Blairs grant. Wit: Daniel Shipman, Ezekiel Smith, Abel Landers and Reuben Shipman. Reg: 3 Sept 1829.

Byrd, York families

BlackOtterK — 26 May 2007 4:16:09 GMT

Looking for any information on Richard Byrd who married Elizabeth York in the 1940's. They had a son named Dickie or possibly Richard. Richard was in the service when they married. Appreciate anything on this family. Shirley Roach

Jason, James, William & Joseph Meadows

susi66 — 21 May 2007 11:58:27 GMT

I am looking for information on any of these: Jason W. Meadows, James D. Meadows, William T. Meadows or Joseph S. Meadows. They all moved to Caldwell County Kentucky about the same time. Jason came from Bedford, Tn and the other three all lived in Tennessee, probably the same area. On the 1860 Caldwell, Ky census Jason is listed on page 63 and the other three are listed, with their families, on page 68 as next door neighbors. Some of them have listed their birth place as North Carolina and Tennessee. They are closely associated with other families that moved from the Bedford/Rutherford, Tn area to Caldwell. I don’t know if or how they connect but it appears that they are probably related.
Jason W. Meadows was my ggg grandfather and has been a brickwall for me, so any input at all will be greatly appreciated.

Jason W. Meadows b. abt. 1819, NC d. probably between 1864 – 1868, Kentucky
He first married Sarah ‘Sally’ Lizenby probably before 1840, Tennessee
Sarah ‘Sally’ Lizenby b. abt. 1818 d. 1861, Caldwell, Ky of child birth. Her parents were John & Sally Lizenby.
Children
1. Ann Tennessee Meadows b. abt. 1840, Tn d. 1920, Clay, Arkansas.
She married first R.B Smith 18 Jun 1863, Caldwell, Ky
She married second Ephraim P. Robinson 9 May 1865, Caldwell, Ky. Ephraim was born abt. 1825, Tn d. Sep 1870, Caldwell, Ky.
She married third Keller Thomas Wilmeth after 1870. Keller was b. abt. 1852, Va
2. Sarah F. Meadows b. abt. 1842, Tennessee.
She married first Andrew J. Hays 21 Oct 1861, Caldwell, Ky. Andrew was b. abt. 1841, Ky and was the son of John Hays & Alsey Kevil Hays.
She married second George W. Hayes 18 May 1865. George was b. abt. 1836, Ky and was the son of John Hays & Alsey Kevil Hays.
3. Susan J. Meadows b. abt. 1843, Tennessee
She married James A. Pemberton 15 Jun 1862, Caldwell, Ky. James was born abt. 1841, Tn and is the son of Richard Pemberton & Sarah Unknown Pemberton.
4. William John Meadows b. abt. 1844, Tn
5. Margaret Catharine Meadows b. 1846, Tn
6. James Thomas ‘Jim’ Meadows b. 1846, Tn.
He married Lucy A. White 1 Dec 1873, Caldwell, Ky. Lucy was b. 10 Nov 1853, Caldwell, Ky and was the daughter of John Nelson White & Sarah F. Baker White.
7. Richard Meadows b. abt. 1847, Tn
8. Sophia Meadows b. abt. 1848, Tn
9. Mollie C. Meadows b. abt. 1854, Tn d. 1926, Hopkins, Ky.
She married Thomas C. White 4 Dec 1879, Caldwell, Ky. Thomas was b. abt. 1858, Caldwell, Ky.
10. Jason Williamson Meadows b. May 1856, Bedford, Tn d. 1 Jan 1937, Dyer, Tn
He married Sarah F. English 11 Nov 1884. Sarah was born Oct 1863, Caldwell, Ky & d. 28 Oct 1931, Dyer, Tn she was the daughter of Andrew Lafayette English & Tabitha Smith English (both her parents lived Civil District 5, Bedford, Tn in 1850)
11. Laura G. Meadows b. abt. 1859, Ky d. 1884, Caldwell, Ky.
She married Littleton Gabriel Vickrey 17 Jan 1875, Caldwell, Ky. Littleton was b. 15 Dec 1841, Al d. 20 Dec 1828, Caldwell, Ky.
12. Not named Meadows, male b. 1861, Caldwell, Ky
Jason W. Meadows married second Sarah Jane Pemberton 26 Aug 1862, Caldwell, Ky. Sarah was b. abt 1839, Va, she was the daughter of Richard & Sarah Unknown Pemberton. In Caseyville, Union, Ky 1870 Census there is a family that could be her. Elisha Henry b. 1848, Tn; Sarah J. Henry b. 1843, TN; Sarah Henry b. 1869, KY; M. Meadows (female) b. 1864, Ky. Next door is R. Pemberton b. 1834, Va & family.

James Davis Meadows b. abt. 1825, TN d. 23 Nov 1875, Ky
He married Elizabeth ‘Bettie’ Damrel 26 Feb 1857, Franklin, Tn
Elizabeth Damrel b. abt. 1826, Al
Children
1. William J. Meadows b. abt 1853, Bedford, TN
2. Mary S. Meadows b. abt. 1858, Hopkins, Ky.
She married Andrew J. Travis 2 Mar 1876, Caldwell, Ky
3. James D. Meadows b. 23 Oct 1861, Caldwell, Ky
4. Elizabeth J. Meadows b. 25 Sep 1864, Caldwell, Ky d. 19 Sep 1949, Ca
She married Lafayette V. Wright 19 Nov 1885, Caldwell, Ky.
5. S. M. Meadows(female) b. abt. 1867, Ky
6. Joseph Steve Meadows b. 26 Jul 1872, Caldwell, Ky

William T. Meadows b. abt. 1833, Tn d.abt. 1882, Caldwell, Ky
He married first Sarah E. English. Sarah was b. abt. 1838, Tn. She is the daughter of George W. & Mary Unknown English. Sarah’s brother was Andrew Lafayette English that is listed above.
Children
1. Mary J. Meadows b. Jul 1857, Caldwell, Ky
2. James D. Meadows b. 17 Oct 1859, , Ky
He married second Mary A. Hays 16 Feb 1867, Caldwell, Ky. Mary was b. abt. 1843, Ky and is the daughter of John & Alsey Kevil Hays and the sister to Andrew J. Hays and George W. Hays listed above.
Child
1. Thomas Meadows b. Aug 1869, Caldwell, Ky

Joseph S. Meadows b. Aug 1835, Tn d. between 1900 – 1908, Caldwell, Ky.
He married first Minerva E. Florenda Galloway 5 Feb 1859. She was b. abt. 1843, Ky
Children
1. Margaret Meadows b. abt. 1862, Caldwell, Ky
2. Martha Meadows b. abt. 1866, Caldwell, Ky
3. Lucy Meadows b. abt. 1869, Caldwell, Ky
4. William Thomas Meadows b. 1860, Caldwell, Ky d. Jan 1861, Caldwell, Ky
He married second Rebecca Unknown (the widow of Benjamin Webber) 29 Dec 1870, Caldwell, Ky. She was b. abt. 1803, Tn.
He married third Sarah A. Chapel 12 Aug 1877, Caldwell, Ky.

Missey
morange66@gmail.com

AJ Anderson - Fairfield Community

Lisa Hall — 14 Jun 2005 5:05:02 GMT

"Ok- referencing a recent post the poster says:

" There were two A.J. Andersons in Bedford Co. in the mid to late 1880's. I found deed records (Books LLL and OOO, 1875-1877) listing transactions of an AJ Anderson that is md. to E. E. - I believe this one belongs to the Jacob and Abigail Anderson clan centered in the Fairfield area of Bedford Co. TN."

Does anyone know anything about the AJ Anderson who is married to E. E. Anderson and may possible be from the Fairfield area and related to Jacob and Abigail? This may possibly be the AJ I am looking for.

Helton Death Information

scottkids99232 — 15 May 2005 2:36:19 GMT

Searching for someone with the Bedford County Cemetery Book. I'm needing birth dand death information on any Helton burried there. I'm willing to pay for that Information or if you are a Helton family member will exchange information like census records images, draft card images, marriage records.
Thank you
Darlene

horsley, harsley, horsely, hoarsly

randygarrison58 — 15 May 2007 9:44:51 GMT

Can someone do a lookup for me Please. I am trying to find James F , William P Horsley and sisters that should be living in Bedford, Franklin or Lincoln county in 1870. Please check and get back to me. Randy

isaac vickrey or vickery

lmason2358 — 7 Apr 2007 7:36:24 GMT

I'm looking for info on isaac vickery b. 1821 in Tenn. may have sister named nancy who had a child she named isaac in 1848.

Thompson, James A- son of John B. & Mary Thompson

Nelda2007 — 17 Sep 2004 7:41:02 GMT

I have had great response with search for Reeds in Bedford Co
so am now trying for Thompson info. My husbands G.G.
Grandfather was John B. Thompson, on census 1850 Bedford
Co., showing to be from NC, Mary from Va. They had ch.
Wm. b.1834, James A. b. 1834, Martha b.1839(m.Joseph
Trollinger), Amy b. 1841, Mary, b.1845, & Margaret b. 1848.
James A. Thompson m. Malinda Emily Reed abt. 1855/58(?),
they had divorced by 1870 census. He remarried to Martha
Ventruess in 12/28/1867 & died in Shelbyville 12/11/1911. I
have found many Thompsons in Bedford Co census, but not
been able to connect to James A Thompson family. I found a
line of Thompsons that dates would fit for brother or son, but
cannot confirm. The line of John Theophilus Thompson & Mary Newcom seems a good fit, would like to have a response from this family line, to see if we could go in this line? Would appreciate hearing from a fellow researcher.
Thanks,
Nelda Thompson
neldathompson@sbcglobal.net (correct e-mail address)

1820 census/Smith

JanetCannon75 — 26 Jan 2005 9:27:57 GMT

In the 1820 census of Bedford County, Tennessee; Page 14, Reel No. M33-122, sheet 18, Enumerated by Joseph M.Kisickl, found at http://www.rootsweb.com/~census
Can any one tell me about the James Smith who is enumerated there?

Thank you,
Janet

Lampkins-Ray, Jane

rachell1976 — 19 Mar 2007 12:06:22 GMT

Looking for parentage of Jane Lampkins Ray.

Born: 2-06-1816 in Bedford Co., TN

10-17-1828 Married John H. Reynolds.

death certificate for Son lists mother's surname as "Lampkins"

Also possible surname connection "Barrett"

Obit to follow:
REYNOLDS- Mrs. Jane L.,nee Ray Was born February 6, 1816 in Bedford County Tenn., and departed this life December 22, 1895 at her son's home at Scotland Ark. This aged mother had been a faithful member of the M.E. Church, South, for more than sixty years, and she has now gone to reap her reward. She was the mother of eleven children eight of whom preceed her to the world beyond; three sons are still battling for the Lord, one in Arkansas and two in Texas. may the Lord bless them with all the relatives and friends and may they imitate their mother's godly example till they meet her in the skies. Sister Reynolds was a very patient sufferer being five years an invalid from paralysis, she suffered very much, yet without murmuring. Praise the Lord for a Christian mother.
C.H. Nelson

Sallie (Earnhart) Swinney Death Certificate 1863-1949

kaitysmom — 12 Mar 2007 3:55:28 GMT

I have a copy of the following persons original Tennessee Death Certificate:

Name: Sallie (Earnhart) Swinney
Age at Death: 85
Date of Birth: January 24, 1863 in Tennessee
Date of Death: January 15, 1949 in Bedford County, TN.
Race: White
Parents: Clay Earnhart and Parrie Lee Stevenson

If anyone would like a copy of the original certificate please contact me at kaitysmom@peoplestel.net, I would be glad to share.

In Christ,
Melissa Barker
Have Access to Original Tennessee Death Certificates for Years 1908-1955
Have Access to Original Tennessee Birth Certificates for Years 1908-1912

Will Do Look Ups!!

Shelton Family Cemetery

DorothySlaven99 — 10 Mar 2007 3:33:41 GMT

Can anyone tell me where the Shelton Family Cemetery is located in Bedford Co. TN. in the community of Fairfield, it may actually be in Coffee Co. TN. now . Thanks Dorothy

King Family in Bedford Co, TN

CTDUNCAN — 24 Apr 2002 9:39:01 GMT

Would like to beg, buy or borrow a copy of "History of Rover and the 10th District of Bedford County," Vol II, 1 May 1999, Turner Publishing Company. Alternatively, if someone would send me a copy of page 245 of this publication, I'll pay for all expenses.

look up please

csteele98 — 24 Feb 2007 10:31:11 GMT

I'm looking for the marriage certificate of Thomas Barnet Allison and Mary Chapmen (could be spelled Chapmen). they were married in 1851 in (I believe Bedford county) TN. I am also looking for the marriage certificate of Thomas Allison to Nancy Ogilvie, Oct. 26, 1811 in Williamson county.

Meadows, Bedford Co. Tn.

mls1563 — 20 Feb 2007 9:18:04 GMT

Looking for information on my greatgrandfather, James Meadows. Born about 1824 in Tn. and probably died between 1960 and 1870. Do nto know who hsi parents were. Found him & family in the 1850 census of Bedord Co. He did not appear in the 1870 census, but his family did. His wife Emily Cumi Meadows showed as head of household in the 1870 census. Would like to find out when he died and where he is buried. Emily moved to Madill, Ok . area and died there and is buried in the Cumberland Cemetary in Ok.

Chandler

LCPHIL — 6 Jul 2004 9:22:16 GMT

Looking for info about Sarah "Sallie" White Chandler b:1810, daughter Sarah E. Chandler Phillips b:1838 wife of Solomon Phillips. The ladies and son Solomon appear in the 1870 Bedford census.

Walter t. faulk of bedford county

marilyn faulk — 22 May 2005 5:32:57 GMT

looking for any information on walter t faulk and family. would appreciate any help .

MCKAIG FAMILY IN BEDFORD CO TN

tn_nanny — 2 Feb 2007 7:36:48 GMT

I am doing research on the mckaig family of bedford co tn. Any information on them would be great.
Linda
tn_nanny@hotmail.com

David R. Vance vs. Christina Vance and Others Court Case 1856

kaitysmom — 30 Jan 2007 8:19:14 GMT

I have a copy of the following persons original Bedford County, Tennessee Chancery Court Case:

David R. Vance vs. Christina Vance
Date of Court Case: February 29, 1856
Place of Court Case: Bedford County, Tennessee

This court case is 4 legal size pages in length. It appears to be a land dispute. The record includes a hand drawn map of the land in question with great notes.

If anyone would like a copy of the original record please contact me at kaitysmom@peoplestel.net, I would be glad to share.

In Christ,
Melissa Barker
Have Access to Original Tennessee Death Certificates for Years 1908-1954
Have Access to Original Tennessee Birth Certificates for Years 1908-1912

Will Do Look Ups!!

Jos. MULLINS

Debbie Woolf — 1 Dec 2002 1:56:34 GMT

Does anyone have any additional info. on Jos. MULLINS b 1739 VA and applied for his pension in Bedford Co. TN ?? is there anything in Bedford records on this man? his children?
thanks in advance, Debbie (Woolfpac@prodigy.net)

JANE PRUETT {PRUITT}

Darlene Allen — 14 Jul 2005 12:19:54 GMT

BORN Bedford Co Tn. about 1809
Full Name {Jane Porter Rayburn Davis Pruett}
Died aft.1860
Maybe Buried with John Pruett {Pruitt}Location unknown???

Seeking Descendants of Matthew Mullins

rlionelscv5561 — 23 Jan 2007 1:31:23 GMT

I'm looking for anyone related to Matthew Mullins (b. 26 Dec 1779). He married Jane Brandon (b. 02 Nov 1784). They had one son, Andrew E. (A. E.) Mullins (b. 1818 or 1820). He married Cynthia McGuire (b. 19 Sept 1822). Their children were James Mullins (b. 1841), Martin Mullins (b. 1842), Benjamin P. Mullins (b. 1843), and Pherely Elizabeth Mullins (b. 14 Jun 1848).

Joseph Collins

mdfreels — 18 Jan 2007 5:03:26 GMT

I looking for some family information for Joseph Collins who appeared in the 1820 Census of Bedford Co., TN. He is listed as Joseph "Callens" on Ancestry. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks,

Mike

obit needed for Gentle Jordain 1966 Bell Buckle Tenn

lenabass56 — 17 Jan 2007 12:23:39 GMT

Bell Buckle, Bedford, Tennessee

Died: Sep 1966

Information on Gentle Jordan and various spellings of his name

lenabass56 — 9 Jan 2007 4:39:32 GMT

he was born 1896. I can not locate on any census information to get his parents names.
any help would be wonderful.

Dudley Hale 1820s

brianfutrel — 4 Jan 2007 11:49:33 GMT

Dudley Hale was mentioned in some land records of the 1820s in Bedford County, Tennessee. Other Hales mentioned were John, Reuben, and some others. There was another Dudley Hale born in 1826. He lived there in Bedford County until nearly 1920. Please help me find out how Dudley and Reuben are related. Contact me if you know anything about this family. Thanks brian in springfield missouri

Keller Cemetery in Bedford County

SIERRAMNTS — 4 Jan 2007 12:16:15 GMT

Does any have access to the Keller Cemetery or even the Keller Cemetery in Bedford County, 1994? I am trying to see if the following people might be buried there.

Josephine Savage
John A Keller
Nellie Keller

Any information would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!