Botetourt - Family History & Genealogy Message Board

Family Bane Moore

vcvance1 — 2009-11-09 18:01:30Z

Looking for information on the Thomas Bane Moore/Pearl Kepler family, who lived in Buchanan in the 1930's. Seeking to establish connection between Bane and Sarah Jane Moore M. Dillon, who lived at Nace.

Also need information on the siblings of Bane....

Bedford Genealogical Society November Meeting

bedfordgensociety — 2009-10-31 18:17:07Z

Richmond area author to speak in Bedford:

The Bedford Genealogical Society will hold its November meeting on Saturday, November 14, 2009 at 1:30 P.M. The society will be meeting at the Central Virginia Community College (CVCC) campus located at 1633 Venture Blvd., Bedford VA. CVCC is located off of Independence Blvd.. The program will be presented by Connie Lapallo, author of Dark Enough To See the Stars in a Jamestown Sky. She will be coming from Richmond to speak on her book about the “starving time” (1609-1610) of Jamestown, VA. Joan Phippen Peirce, one of the women in the settlement during that terrible winter is Ms. Lapallo’s 13th grandmother. She was married to William Peirce and she along with her young daughter, Jane, were one of the few families to survive the winter of 1609-1610. They remained in Virginia, owned a tobacco plantation near Jamestown and lived to near 70 years of age. Jane married John Rolfe (who had been married to Pocahontas) and after his death, she married Roger Smith. More information on Ms. Lapallo’s book can be found at http://www.connielapallo.com/index.htm. The meeting is free and open to all interested in genealogy or wish to begin research on their family tree. Refreshments will be served. More information can be found at 540-466-4247, www.bedfordgensociety.org or bedfordgensociety@hotmail.com.

Sallie Ann Wertz/Charles Price Dillard family, Botetourt, Va

shelleyatsuperpets — 2009-10-28 12:38:03Z

Sallie Ann Wertz married Charles Price Dillard in about 1882, Bonbrook, Franklin, Va. They had the following children:
1. John D. b. 1884
(John married and Eva and had a son Elwood in 1915, Botetourt, Va)
2. Bessie, b. 1886- no records
3. Latrobe Buchanan b.1890
(He married Audrey Myrtle and had Margaret Latrobe, Charlotte, Jane and Russell Blair)
4. Peter Hairston b. 1896
( married Hallie and had one dau., Ann0
5. Evelena b. 1894- no records
6. Charles Price, Jr. b. 1896- no marriage or children
7.Fred Douglas "Willie" b. 1900
( He married Carrie and had one dau.Betty)
I am trying to locate any of the relatives of these ancestors and am willing to exchange information.
It appears most of them remained in Virginia.
Thanks a lot!
Please email me at :
shelleyatsuperpets@sbcglobal.net

Re: Early Marriages, Wills and Rev. War Records

DHicks1375 — 2009-10-24 15:08:23Z

Sandy and List
Andrew Crawford is my 4th great grandfather and Patriot for the SAR I have a copy of Andrew will as well as a copy of his father John Crawford will.
I would love to share what I have on the Crawford's for my info on Enuice Crawford MCRoberts
Thanks Dave Hicks davelah@bellsouth.net

Re: Early Marriages, Wills and Rev. War Records

jgambrel1 — 2009-10-23 20:18:57Z

Is there any marriage record for a Charles Selby in the late 1700's. He shows in Botetort in 1810 census with several children, all under 10. Thanks for any help
MUriel

Re: Early Marriages, Wills and Rev. War Records

janetrstafford — 2009-10-23 19:44:21Z

Am seaarahing for info on Nancy Hyland(Highland) who was married to Alexander McRoberts. They were marriedd in VA and moved to Ohio c. 1801.Thankyou.

Re: George Washington Kelly

kristiecornett — 2009-10-20 15:59:42Z

There is a marriage in Botetourt of a William Kelly to a Margaret Butt on 3/6/1826.

James Gray and Walter Gray-Revolutionary War Lists

tennesseegray — 2009-10-16 04:30:23Z

Looking for information on James and Walter Gray, both listed in Revolutionary War companies from Botetourt County, VA. Did they remain in Botetourt or move elsewhere?

Re: Rev. war pension applications

SBarnettG — 2009-10-13 19:10:53Z

I have found pension applications on Footnote.com.

The name you put in will pull up all applications with that name, even if they were a witness or part of a regiment they are talking about. I was on there for about 3 days doing my surname, but found a lot of information.

Re: Crowder Family of Botetourt

SamButler27 — 2009-10-04 21:39:38Z

I too, would be more interested in hearing about the DORAN family that you're researching.

James Doran, and his wife Margaret Gordon probably arrived in America in 1764, first in Maryland, then in Washington Co, VA around the time of the American Revolution.

Sam Butler
Beaverton,OR

Re: Crowder Family of Botetourt

tennesseegray — 2009-10-01 14:08:50Z

Geneva,
I am also researching a James Gray (b. 1765-67) who married Elizabeth Doran in Augusta County (now Bath) Virginia in 1787.

The name HARVEY has been very common in our family down through the generations. James Gray moved to Russell County, VA in the early 1790's and died there in 1849. James was a relative of a Walter "Rolly/Rawley" Gray who lived on the Clinch River in what is now Scott County, VA, moving there around 1789.

Do any of these names look familiar? Do they connect into your Harvey Gray?

Thanks,
Clark

Re: mccrery

AltonBlevins — 2009-09-29 00:32:25Z

I am researching the Wiers of Botetourt. It would be of great help to me to know the name(s) of the Weirs in Mississippi who the children of James McCreary visited. If you have a copy of the letter you mentioned I would greatly appreciate knowing what was said about the Wiers.

Re: Jack Brugh

robtbrugh — 2009-09-27 21:52:54Z

I believe the Jack Brugh you asked about was my Father. I don’t have much info on him as he died when I was just a baby.
Any thing you have I would like to know.

Re: James Thompson & Temperance Mooney

EBauer3050 — 2009-09-27 19:25:22Z

Hello,

I am descended from Sarah Thompson who married James K Dodge 30 Sept 1840. Sarah was a daughter of Charles Dodge and Hester Spencer.

I have found a Revolutionary War Pension - S3805 for James Thompson. It was paid first in Virginia and then to him in Ohio.

Do you have more information on the Mooney family?

James K Dodge's oldest daughter, Amanda, married a Daniel W. Thompson ( who stated on the 1860 Census that he was born in KY) Is there a connection between the KY and OH Thompsons? Could they all have migrated west from Virginia?

I would be interested in hearing from you. My e-mail is
hankandliz@bellsouth.net. Liz

Re: Looking for information on the children of James William ZELL

JennyWiley711 — 2009-08-09 22:57:30Z

Thanks, Sam. Alice Zell (my paternal grandmother) was born on May 29, 1903 (not entirely sure about exact year) and died on Feb. 28, 1985. During childhood, she lived in Eagle Rock, Va with at least 9 siblings. She married Orville Augustus Wiley who was from Paint Bank, VA. He was born around 1903 (was age 7 at 1910 census in which his name was spelled Osville). He died in June 1965. Orville had 2 brothers (Otey and Garland) and a sister (Lottie). Also listed in household were William L. Wiley (age 75) and Arnanda Wiley (age 28). I don't know how these individuals were related to my grandfather. Orville and Alice Wiley moved to Roanoke, VA and had 4 children: Grey, Anna (Mae), William Orville, and Gerald Augustus. Gerald was my dad (b 10-4-1936, d 3-16-2005). Only surviving sib is my Uncle Bill.

Re: Looking for information on the children of James William ZELL

SamButler27 — 2009-08-09 20:19:53Z

I believe that the answer you're looking for is:

John Zell & Mary Ann Looney are the parents for James William Zell Sr.

William Wilhelm & Nancy E - are the parents of Julia Sarah C Wilhelm.

Would like to learn more about Alice Zell and Orville Wiley

Sam Butler - Portland, Oregon

Re: Looking for information on the children of James William ZELL

JennyWiley711 — 2009-08-09 15:40:17Z

Thanks!

Re: Looking for information on the children of James William ZELL

LisaCALDWELLGARRETT — 2009-08-09 11:37:14Z

John and Mary Ann ZELL were the parents of James William ZELL. John b. 7/17/1832, d.12/18/1916.
Mary Ann b. 9/23/1832, d. 2/22/1916.

William and Nancy WILHELM were the parents of Julia Sarah Copps WILHELM. I have no further information on this couple.

Source for above information = Botetourt County Heritage Book.

Joseph Samuel Adams

bbadams7750 — 2009-06-03 15:33:14Z

I am trying to find some information about Joseph Samuel Adams. Here is the information that I currently have:

He was born in 1762, although I don't know where, I assume it is in Botetourt County. He married Elizabeth Segraves on Aug 14, 1792 in Botetourt County. They had several children, all born in Botetourt, so they must have lived there, Children:

William H. born Oct 1793
Mary E. born Aug 1794
John born July 1796
Joseph Samuel Jr born Oct 22 1798 (died Oct 30 1798)
Samuel born Jan 15 1800
Ellen Ann born Mar 1802 (location unk)

Sometime after Samuel was born, they moved to Missouri because several of the children died there.

Samuel Adams (the son) moved back to VA, or stayed there, at some point and lived in Pittsylvania county.

If anyone has any information on Joseph Samuel Adams, Sr, particularly where he came from and his parents, I would be very appreciative.

Charles Beale

KevinWest18 — 2009-07-08 17:19:44Z

My 4G-grandfather Charles Beale supposedly died in nearby Alleghany County on 10 Jul 1842. Can anyone tell me where he is buried? Is his grave marked by a tombstone?

At one time, Charles lived in the Iron Gate/Clifton Forge area, which was then in Botetourt County.

There is an inventory and a sale bill related to Charles Beale's estate in the Alleghany court records dated 29 Oct 1842 and 5 Nov 1842, respectively. I would be interested in learning of any specific documentation to back up his date of death, such as a court record or newspaper obituary.

Two of his married daughters were Harriet, wife of Andrew Fudge, and Catherine, wife of William Skeen (Skeene). Both women are buried in the Cedar Hill Cemetery near Covington, Virginia.

Any assistance would be most appreciated. My email address is: kdwest@sandspringsok.org.

Kevin

WILLS FAMILY died in auto accident-1955

DiannaCsikos — 2009-07-10 15:18:10Z

Hello: Do not have an exact date but can someone check to see if there is a record of an auto accident that killed 3 in a family in Jan 1955 near Fincastle? Would like accident write up in newspaper & their obits too if possible.

Julian Lawrence Wills; sp-Bertha Derflinger Wills & son WilmerRea Wills; Julian was 64, Bertha 63, Wilmer 39. Would like to know where they are buried too.
Thank you so much for any help.
Dianna

Re: Litchford Family

Helenkinsley61 — 2009-05-31 21:01:36Z

Thank you again for the info, it helps a lot. Best regards Helen

Re: Litchford Family

Helenkinsley61 — 2009-05-31 21:00:17Z

Thank you very much for the info. Best Regards Helen

Looking for Washilngton Tennant Mason and wife Mahala relatives

RobinMason56 — 2009-06-14 15:14:54Z

I'm five generational descendant of Wah and Mahala. They were born in VA and ultimately settled in Memphis, MO and are buried there.

Wanting to know if any relatives remain in the area.

Feel free to email me at rmrmason1@gmail.com

Re: William Pitzer recs tieing to John Pitzer, Jr Botetourt, VA

palmerogro69 — 2009-06-24 16:16:46Z

John Pitzer Jr. did not leave a will. His property was distrubuted among his relatives. Listed in his distrubution are Nash, Davidson, and William. It does not say that they are sons. William married Lydia in 1870 and Rufus A. was born in 1876. William had 5 wives and 13 children. The first 4 died and he remarried. Nash was a Judge, Davidson a Minister ansd William a Lawyer. Your best bet is check in Boone County, Indiana for records. If you can connect William to one of his brothers they are documented back to John Jr.. John Jr.'s father was John Senior who served in the Rev. War. John Jr. was a sherif of Botetourt and a Captain of the militia in the War of 1812.

ARTHUR GRAHAM & MARY HACK FORGUS family

Judythfg_1 — 2009-06-21 03:52:09Z

I am looking for cemetery names and locations for Arthur and Mary Graham. Arthur died 1739,in Bourbon Co Ky. But I have not found him listed in any of the cemetery listing online. Mary may have moved from Bourbon Co Ky after his death. I do not know where she died in 1821. All or any of the childrens cemetery info would be appreciated. If anyone just happens to have a picture of these stones--that is GREAT! Thank You for sharing.

Turner Family Fincastle Botetourt

kilrudden — 2009-08-08 20:15:40Z

I would like to contact anyone researching the Turner family from Fincastle Botetourt and am most interested in Nannie Turners family. Regards Kilrudden.

Captain James Paxton, Co Com 12th US Infantry

jctrippleo — 2009-07-01 17:22:32Z

Andrew Platt, son of Joseph & Margaret Platt, born York Co, PA, enlisted in the 12th US Infantry from Botetourt Co VA on 28 November 1812 at the age of 25 years.
He was enlisted by Captain James Paxton, Company Commander of the 12th US Infantry.
I have no records of Andrew or his parents moving from York Co to the Botetourt Co VA area.
If there is evidence of where in Botetourt Co Capt James Paxton enlisted his men, I would have a good starting point for finding my Platt family.
I have looked at the families living in Botetourt Co in the 1810 census, finding an alphabetic list of all individuals, including
Henry Plott, b cir 1765-1784,(error, b 1754)thought to be Andrew's uncle
Fayette Wysong, b before 1765, bro to his aunt
and the only Paxton, a Raubin Paxton, b cir 1765-1784

I am looking for the specific area of Botetourt Co a Captain James Paxton lived in 1812 when he enlisted his men for the 12th US Infantry.
Regards, Jane Tripp

Botetourt County Court Records

lartuso1 — 2009-07-02 02:44:56Z

I am looking for someone in the Fincastle, Virginia, area to look for the case file of a 1773 court case for me--if records from that time period are still available at the courthouse.

Re: Botetourt County Court Records

lartuso1 — 2009-07-02 21:55:18Z

What I'm specifically looking for is a case involving a Barbarry Wimer vs. William Gelkinson/Gilkinson. The Court Order Book mentions it on April 13, 1773 (p. 167), July 15, 1773 (p. 231), and September 18 (p. 295). I would like to know why she took him to court and what their agreement was that resulted in discontinuing the case.

Christopher Overacre

yall234234 — 2009-06-03 14:35:45Z

Hello

I'm wondering if you could tell me who to contact. Christopher Overacre died 15 July 1895. His wife Lutsia/Luticea Settle Overacre died May 1915. Both died Stewardsville, VA. (I have they are buried in Overacre Cemetery - Stewardsville, VA. Looks like the Cemetery moved? or maybe their decendants are in the Botetourt County Cemetery posted online.)

I'm mainly looking for Obituaries. If no one will look at microfilm, what newspapers are in Stewartsville or Vinton or Roanoke? I know of one of Christopher Overacre's descendants recently died in 2/09 - Bernice Maxine Overacre died in Vinton,VA. She's listed in the Roanoke Times.

Thanks
Cindy

Re: Overacre Cemetary found

yall234234 — 2009-06-01 14:19:13Z

Hi

Michael posted in year 2005. Don't know if he will remember if he reads this. I'll do some more digging thru the internet. I appreciate your help. I understand getting the cemetery within 5 miles doesn't work. I've been there.

Cindy

Re: Overacre Cemetary found

yall234234 — 2009-06-01 14:07:31Z

Hi

Since I live in Texas, getting to this Cemetery is sort of impossible. Do you know of anyone in the Arcadia area who will take pictures of the this Overacre Cemetery?

Thanks
Cindy

Re: Cemetary found

yall234234 — 2009-05-28 16:21:16Z

You have found the Overacre family cemetery. I have Christopher Overacre born 05 Feb 1813 died 15 July 1895. His wife Luticea Ann Settle b 25 Feb 1840 d May 1915 Stewardsville, Bedford, VA.

Did you happen to take pictures? If so, I'd love to have a copy. We are trying to get into DAR. Christopher Overacre was a grandson of George Overacre/Oberaker who is a Rev War patriot with the SAR. Unfortunately, DAR does not take SAR documentation. Also the SAR lineage goes thru another uncle.

So please email me.

Thanks
Cindy

Hudson Marriages, Botetourt VA 1787-1844

sbhutson — 2009-06-20 15:23:10Z

From the Marriage index provided by Loretta at the Botetourt VA Clerk's office:

1787
Jesse Hudson & Jane Taylor 7Dec1787 b-William Taylor wit- James Poindexter (deputy clerk) con- Isaac & Jane Taylor, parents 7Dec1787 wit- William Taylor & Mary Taylor

1805
Thomas Hudson & Nancy Johnson 28Jan1805 d John Johnson dec b-William W Johnson who sttes he is guardian of Nancy, his sisterm and was appointed as such by the county court of Mecklenburgh, VA min-Edward Mitchell (Meth) - list dated 30Dec1805

1808
Jesse Hudson & Martha Wilson 1Nov1808 con- father William Wilson of this couty 1Nov1808 wit- John S Wilson H Bowyer (clerk)

1822
Elijah Hudson & Jane King 19Jan1822 (18Jan1822 is struck though) daughter of William King of this county b- Zachariah King Boyer DC (may be Henry Bowyer deputy clerk) Elijah Hudson and Zach King signed

1834
William Hudson & Sarah Carroll of this county 21Jan1834 b-Henry Carroll who test. bride as over 21 teste F Woltz DC

1844
Robert M Hudson & Miss Eliza C Ross 25Apr1844 d Mrs Frances A Ross mother b-William Kyle teste W M Lackland DC

Bond and Consent for Jesse Hudson & Jane Taylor 1787 Botetourt, VA

sbhutson — 2009-06-20 01:45:26Z

I got his from Loretta at the Botetourt Co, VA Clerk's office - the Bond and the Parents Consent

Consent (Attached)

This is to sartify that We Isaac Taylor and Jane Taylor Doth give freeleave for Mr Hutson to mary our Daughter given from onder our hands this seventh Day of December 1787" Isaac Taylor Jane Taylor Witness William Taylor Mary Taylor

Bond (Attached)

O Know all Men by these presents that we Jesse Hudson and William Taylor are held and firmly bound unto his Excellency Edmund Randolph Esquire in the Just and full sum of fifty pounds Current Money of Virginia to the which payment well and truly to be made We bind ourselves our Kins etc– sealed with our seals and dated this 7th day of December 1787. The condition of the above obligation is such that Whereas there is a marriage shortly intended to be had and solemnized between the above bound Jesse Hudson and Jane Taylor both of this Parish if therefore there should be no lawful cause to obstruct said marriage then this obligation to be void else to remain in full force etc --- Jesse his X mark Hudson seal --- William Taylor seal --- illegible Poindexter (abstract reads James Poindexter, depty clerk)

Judge William M. Hudson 1811-1869 Botetourt, VA

sbhutson — 2009-06-10 15:10:46Z

While looking for information on William Hudson, s/o Charles Hudson (died 1749) & Mary (Love?) of Lancaster, PA (the parents of Joshua, George, William) - I found this (later) William Hudson.

He's too young to be the man I seek. Who is he?

Botetourt County, Virginia Deaths for 1869, Page 45, Line 21
"Judge William M. Hudson died: 19 Apr 1869 Botetourt VA, age 58; s/o Chas. & Mary Hudson, h/o Eliza C Hudson; occupation: judge; wife reported.

Source: www.rootsweb.ancestry.com/~vaboteto/deaths1869.htm

Samuel Richardson & Margaret Vinyard

gayle1530 — 2009-08-07 15:30:11Z

Looking for the parents of Samuel Richardson who m. Margaret Vinyard 1820. I think I know who 2 of their children are and I know they left Virginia after 1840. Any info will be greatly appreciated. Thank You Gayle

Re: Looking for information on the children of James William ZELL

JennyWiley711 — 2009-08-09 03:32:27Z

James William Zell and Julia Wilhelm Zell are my paternal great grandparents. My dad's mom was Alice Zell (Frank's sister). Alice (born in Eagle Rock, Va) married Orville Wiley (my grandfather). Do you have any info on parents of James William and / or Julia?

Re: Pitzer & Wheatland Manor

stableboss24 — 2009-06-22 21:42:05Z

I have been working on my line and think that the John Pitzer of Botetourt may be my line.
Any further info you have and are willing to share pointing me in the right direction would be SO appreciated.
My ggg-gfather was William Pitzer b. 1808 VA d. 1887 IN. m. Lydie A. had three children, Philadelphia J., Rufus A (b. 1876 my g-gfather, and Mary.
I was stumped as to which John was his father but now think it was John Jr. In Botetourt VA.
Had thought William's father, John was actually in Monongalia WVA but have absolutely nothing to back it up. This line looks more favorable.
Thanks!
LaTisha Pitzer Dew
stableboss24@yahoo.com

Re: William Pitzer recs tieing to John Pitzer, Jr Botetourt, VA

stableboss24 — 2009-06-24 22:17:55Z

Thank you so much! Appreciate the information.

Re: William Pitzer recs tieing to John Pitzer, Jr Botetourt, VA

stableboss24 — 2009-06-23 02:57:11Z

Hi,
Am trying like the dickens to establish absolutely the link between William Pitzer b. 20 Feb. 1808 Botetourt VA d. 15 Aug 1887 Boone Co. IN. If I can positively get the connection that this is William's father then I believe I have the line from my grandfather back.
Am showing William married to:
Sarah Atvenson with two kids, Jonathan Milton and Sarah E.
Rebecca Findley with four kids: Martha L, Virginia E., Abel and MaryE.
then married to Louisa Lower with three kids: William Nelson, Luther C. and Charles B.
Then married to my gg-grandmother Lydie A. and three kids:
Philadelphia J, Rufus A and Mary...(some question if she was acutally Philadelphia's mother or if Louisa was)
and finally Gladys A. Clements (don't know of any children)
Any help pointing me in the right direction to establish this link positively with where to find documentation is appreciated!
Thanks so much!
LaTisha Pitzer Dew
stableboss24@yahoo.com

Re: Pitzer & Wheatland Manor

stableboss24 — 2009-06-22 21:54:50Z

Thank you, Pat!

Re: Pitzer & Wheatland Manor

clueles1 — 2009-06-22 21:53:34Z

I don't believe I have anything further on the Pitzer family. However, as it has been quite some time since I've worked on my Virginia lines, I may have something I don't remember right now. I've run off your message and will let you know what, if anything, I come up with.

Pat Daniels

Re: Botetourt County Court Records

doreatr — 2009-07-02 11:33:34Z

If you need something, you should post the info you need. It's time consuming to keep asking for info. Who Where & When are the items needed for a successful query. I happen to be going to the courthouse today in Botetourt.. but this will not be on my list, since there is no info..

Re: Botetourt County Court Records

doreatr — 2009-07-02 22:11:40Z

I will try to get this for you, but i'll need your mailing address. You may answer me privately with that if you like. doreatr@yahoo.com . Obviously it won't be till next week now that the courthouse is closed for the weekend. Thank you for providing page #'s it should be a zip to retrieve this info.
Rena

Re: Overacre Cemetary found

doreatr — 2009-06-01 14:11:45Z

I am not far away, but without directions I can't go. If there's a long walk, i can't go either. If someone has directions, i'll try to get a photo. I thought Michael said he was there, so I hope he will answer.

Re: Cemetary found

doreatr — 2009-06-01 13:34:15Z

Do you have a photo? The Botetourt Genealogy Club is gathering photos of all Botetourt County Cemeteries, as we can get them. I hope you'll share if you have one.

Re: Litchford Family

doreatr — 2009-05-31 15:29:26Z

NA 11/20/1851 LITCHFORD, ADAM COOK, MARY 494
Marriage in Botetourt County, Va

Re: Info about Samuel W. Litchford

doreatr — 2009-05-31 15:26:49Z

The marriage is not in Botetourt.