Wirt - Family History & Genealogy Message Board

Selena Payne McCoy

kanisu — 29 Jul 2008 10:27:52 GMT

Looking for information for Selena M. Payne McCoy who married A.J.J.S. McCoy in Feb. 1883 in Wirt County.If you have any information I would appreciate it.

Red Riders or Red Men group from Wirt County

nikkinautumn — 10 Oct 2008 12:10:02 GMT

My GG grandfather lived in Wirt county in the 1880's till his death in 1934. My grandfather remembers tell of him belonging to a group of men called the Red Riders, (could also be Red Men) It seems like maybe it was a kind of private organization, that took some matters into their own hands. (It sounds like a story of Robin Hood. )

Anyway, I was wondering if anyone else has heard of this or has any info?

My gg grandfather lived around the Right Reedy, PeeWee area.
Thanks!!
Nikki

Wirt County WV Tombstone site

Molli2 — 19 Jan 2006 10:05:54 GMT

We now have over 2000 Wirt County tombstone photos and over 200 Wirt County obituaries on The Tombstone Site #2. Our site focuses primarily on documenting the deaths of our Wirt Co. ancestors. We also have research links and a place to post your queries about your ancestors. We are a young site and hope to see it grow as its sister site, Calhoun, Roane, Braxton & Clay Co., WV Tombstones has done.

If you'd like to see what we've got or better yet, if you have tombstone photos or obituaries you'd like to share with other Wirt county cousins, contact me for an invitation.

We hope to see you there soon!
Charlene

John E. Williams m. Ruth Octavia Jennings

Sherry_Young — 19 Jul 2001 4:21:51 GMT

I'm looking for dates of John E. Willims who married Ruth Octavia Jennings in 1833 in Warren Cty,VA. They relocated to Parkersburg,WVA and had one son, Philip Doddridge there. John wrote letters to Collins relations in Warren Cty,VA. Any information would be appreciated.

Devis Reedy b c1827 - Askeaton - Co. Limerick

AnneRutherford77 — 5 Aug 2008 12:18:00 GMT

Information taken from the 1851 Scottish
Census for the above mentioned Devis Reedy.

Private in the 21st RNB Fusiliers (sp)
Stationed in Castle & Barracks of Dumbarton,
Lanarkshire Scotland.

I've no connection to this person - only passing
on.

Anne - Edinburgh - Scotland

Lee/Davis Reunion, Burning Springs

Sandysohgen — 28 Apr 2006 10:10:19 GMT

It is time for the annual Lee/ Davis reunion located in the little school house at the top of the hill on Sanoma Road in Burning Springs just outside of Elizabeth in Wirt county, WV. It is held the first Sunday in August, and is a wonderful trip back in time.

It starts at 12:00 with a sharing of foods brought by family members.

I have attended several of these personally and have had a wonderful time each visit meeting relatives from all over the US! The views are incredible.

Sandy

Abraham Davis m. Lavernal Brummage

emma439 — 15 Dec 2007 2:06:29 GMT

I AM STILL LOOKING FOR ANY INFO ON ABRAM (ABRAHAM) AND LAVERNAL (VERNE) BRUMMAGE DAVIS. I FOUND THEM LIVING IN BURNING SPRINGS IN THE 1860 CENSUS BUT CANNOT FIND THEM BEFORE THEN OR AFTER. I BELIEVE THEY WERE BOTH BORN IN WV. HE WOULD HAVE BEEN BORN APPROX. 1821. THE CENSUS STATES HIS FATHER WAS BORN IN DE. (DELAWARE)? AND HIS MOTHER IN VA. MY GGGRANDFATHER JOSEPH (JOSIAH) DAVIS WAS THEIR SON. HE MARRIED PHEOBE JANE DAVIS, A NEIGHBOR, I BELIEVE, DAUGHTER OF ISAIAH AND MARY ELLEN DAVIS. ANY INFO ANYONE CAN PROVIDE WOULD BE GREATLY APPRECIATED. THANK YOU IN ADVANCE.

EMMA SHEELER
BYESVILLE, OH.

Unknown Enoch

lorraine6209 — 24 Jul 2008 11:59:51 GMT

my motherinlaw was an enoch she said turner was her uncle
i thought she said her dads name was polly enoch i think her mothers name was maggie she died giving birth to her in
1929 june i think it was maggie

Jacob Brookover m. Elizabeth Daggett

Bobbie Jean — 9 Jan 2003 12:03:37 GMT

Jacob Brookover, 21, farmer, born Monongalia Co (W)VA; son of Jacob Brookover and Jane Scott, married in Wirt Co. 2 Oct 1856, Elizabeth Daggett, 15, F. George Daggett, M. Delilah. Did they reside in Wirt County for the 1860 census? Did they have any children? Elizabeth married 2nd William Lockhart, 28 Mar 1867, Wirt Co. Are there children from the 2nd marriage?

Sidney Lee

Leon_Armentrout — 7 Sep 2003 12:13:10 GMT

I am looking for the parents and grandparents of Sidney Lee (b. ca.1828) of Wirt County, WV. She married William Enoch and had several children, including Nathan, my wife's grandfather. After William's death she married James Y. White. Any info will be appreciated.

Sand Hill Cemetery - need location

exbuckeye — 24 Apr 2008 10:19:39 GMT

Hi...Can someone give me directions to the Sand Hill Cemetery in Courtney Ridge in Wirt Co.

Thanks...

1850 Wirt County, Virginia Census Question

kaitysmom — 28 Apr 2008 2:24:42 GMT

On the 1850 Wirt County, Virginia census I have ancestors that lived in the 70th District. Can anyone tell me what city, town or county this district covered?

Thanks in advance for any help.

Sincerely,
Melissa Barker

Cora Dawson m. Walter Scot Munday

smunday171 — 15 Apr 2008 3:41:18 GMT

I was listed as Cora Dawson on my marriage license in 1902 in Wood Co. WV to Walter Scot Munday. I showed born in Wirt Co. and my age was 16. I don't show any parents and my great grand daughter is looking for me now. If you show me in your history please let her know. I need to be found now so that she can do my family tree. Thanks

Old Dunkard's Prosperity Brethren Church cemetery

einberliner505 — 12 Apr 2008 3:02:48 GMT

Is there any one in the area SE of Windy, WV who could take a couple of digital headstone photos & send to me? I am looking for photos of my gggrandparents James & Susan Province who are buried there. Please send e-mail to: einberliner505@yahoo.com.
I live in Indiana & don't know when I might be able to visit this area. Thank you!!!

Susan

William C. Trembly Family

Janet Ocheltree — 5 Dec 2006 3:40:45 GMT

This person was living in Wirt County 1920 and had a large family . I would like to know if any one has researched this family, and if so did they come from Monroe County, Ohio and if there is any connection to the MATHES, MATHEWS FAMILY that came from there as well.

Thanks

Two Ripple Baptist Church

rgivens186 — 6 Aug 2007 4:01:33 GMT

Does anyone have any information about Two Ripple Baptist Church? Who were the ministers between 1900 and 1977? Do any Church records still exist? Does anyone have memories of Sunday school and Church services? I am looking for those folks who might remember my great-grandmother Marinda Givens and her sons Ernest, Elmer, Frank, and Selmon (nicknamed Duck) and her granddaughter Edna Mae. You may e-mail me at rgivens@ma.rr.com. Thank you. Joan Givens

Harley Roscoe Nutter and son Avery

Chuck Nutter — 29 Mar 2002 6:51:13 GMT

I am looking for this man and son. I remember my parents and aunt Dolly and uncle Ralph Nutter talking about them. Does anyone know anything about these people? They were from Wirt County.

New Bice/Boice/Boyce of W.Va. Family Website

markkurt47 — 16 Mar 2008 6:02:57 GMT

Hello,

I have set up a new website that includes some vital
statistics on Boyces who lived in West Virginia. I am hoping
to publish something in the future on this family.
Please visit the website and take what you need and look
around and maybe donate some information for me

http://wvboyces.myfam.io

Thanks,
Mark Kurt

John R. & Almira Reed McIntire family

Peggy Barnhart — 8 Jul 1999 12:00:00 GMT

Searching for the deaths of: John R. McINTIRE born Sept 1844/47. Died after 1910. Almira REED McINTIRE born 1845/48 died between 1900-1910. James McINTIRE born 1816/19 died after 1900 (perhaps by 1902). Elizabeth S. MOORE McINTIRE born April 1818 died after 1900 (perhaps after 1902). Each person was in the Wirt Co., Census for 1900. Only John R. appeared as a widower in the 1910 Wirt Co., census. This family was in Wirt county by 1897 per deed records. This family previously located in Richey County and Harrison County West Virginia. Any help here would be appreciated!

Hill Grove Church

bgunsch11 — 26 Feb 2008 11:22:35 GMT

Does anyone have picture of Hill Grove Church in WIrt County? My Great Grandmother Virginia Ashley Eagle taught there and would love to have a picture of the school house. The school house is now torn down. My grandmother and family use to have picnics there before we decorated the graves. I do have one pic of Gr Grandma Ashley with some of her school kids on one side of the school but not the whole picture.

Thank you
Barb

Rockhold burials in Beauchamp Cemetery

Conniejean46 — 22 Jun 2001 2:15:51 GMT

Does anyone have information on the Beauchamp cemetery in Elizabeth, West Virginia, Wirt County? Where is it located and who is buried there? Are there any Rockholds buried there? Any information would be helpful. Email me nippyh1@excite.com

Still searching for Rockholds

Conniejean46 — 22 Jun 2001 2:15:51 GMT

I`m still searching for any information on Rockholds that lived in Wirt County, Elizabeth,WV. I`m also looking for pictures, are their any Rockholds still living in the area? If you are related or know a Rockhold email me nippyh1@excite.com

Benjamin Barker m. Mary E. Foutty

karen rouse — 8 Jan 2005 9:30:02 GMT

Does anyone have a listing for Merrill Ridge cem. Isn't it
just over the Wirt co. line? My Grandad Clark Smittle's
Uncle Benjamin Barker is buried there. No stone. Also would
like to know if his estranged wife Mary E. Foutty Barker is
buried there. Benjamin died in Wood co. WV. Thanks.

C.L. Jaco m. Anna Jeffreys

ValerieJaneBoucher — 7 Dec 2005 1:59:12 GMT

Looking for info on the Jaco's, their son, C.L. Jaco was b. ca 1858 in Wirt Co., he married Anna Jeffreys 25 in Calhoun Co, d/o benj. and mary, his brother Luke was supposedly b. in 1855 Barbour Co, he married Susannah Jeffreys d/o mary and benj. any info on this family would be appreciated. Jane valjan@ptd.net

William T. Reed m. Cora E. Reynolds

Roger Reed — 1 Apr 1998 12:00:00 GMT

Looking for information on William T. Reed married to Cora E. Reynolds. Lived in Wirt County W.Va. These are my Father's parents. Also Info on Ben F. Reynolds and Ellen (his wife) who are buried in The Rector Cem. at Burning Springs,W.Va. These are my G-Grandparents. Any information
would be welcome. I would like information on William T. Reed's parents. They may have been from Wetzel Co. Will share what I have.

Cemetery photos

bgunsch11 — 28 Jul 2007 12:16:49 GMT

I have a few digital photos of Hill Grove, Two Run, Sheppards cemetery, and a few other cemeteries in Wirt County if you are interested.

Barb Gunsch

John Wilson m. Mary E. Cox

jodieashumaker — 8 Dec 2007 4:40:50 GMT

Hello,
I read a post from awhile ago that said John Wilson had a bio in Hardesty's 1882 publication in the "bios" secion. I think they must have meant the atlas. The link no longer works and the nearest copy of the atlas is in the next state over. I was wondering if anyone has a copy of this bio?

Second, I found this which might interest some of you. It was in an 1883 publication by the federal government. It's a list of everyone they were paying a pension to.
Wirt County, WV:
(Certificate No., Name, Post Office, Cause, Monthly Rate, Date of Original allowance)
"16,141 Wilson, John R, Wirt C. H., w. l. arm & chest, $12,
Aug 1863
90,042 Wilson, John, Wirt C. H., dis. of lungs & debility,
$18, ......"

I also found online at the Wirt County website lots of good cemetery listings. However I found two John Wilsons, one in the Knights of Pythia cemetery, and the other in Fairview. Both are listed as military markers. The one in Fairview has no dates. The one in KOP cemetery has the following dates: 6/5/1843-10/23/1909. I'm wondering if the dates are on the tombstone itself or was added by the compiler. The dates don't exactly match because the death date is that of Mary, his wife (off by one day), and the birthday is that of John if you transpose 1843 for 1834. Hmmm. Anyone out there with any ideas??
Thanks so much!
Jodie

Jacob & Elizabeth Jane (Fluharty) Swisher burial site

exbuckeye — 20 Jun 2007 11:39:23 GMT

Hi:

I am looking for the burial site for Jacob and Elizabeth.
Jacob was born in 1824. I know he was still living in 1900 in Clay, Wirt Co.

Elizabeth was born in 1827. I believe she died in 1905 OR 1909. She also was still living in Clay, Wirt Co in 1900 and was 72 years old.

If anyone can help me with this I would greatly appreciate it.

Thanks...Mary Jo

Allen Frances Gilbert

benloe0915 — 30 Nov 2007 9:28:21 GMT

Hello I'm trying to find some information on my birth fathers family. His Name is Allen Frances Gilbert, His father was Charlie Gilbert, and his step mother was Naomi Gilbert. I have gathered that he had a cousin named garnet. My mother and him divorced when i was young and my stepfather adopted me. The last i knew the familyt resided in elizabeth, wv. Any information would be greatly appreciated

Henry L. Hoffman m. Mary Walker

CRoweJr — 1 Dec 2007 3:07:08 GMT

My wife's family settled in Wirt county about 1860. Henry L. Hoffman had a farm on Sandy creek. Some moved to the Rockport or Mineral Wells areas. Henry L. is buried in the Limestone Cemetery. Others are buried in the Knights of Pythias Cemetery in Elizabeth. Henry L. was originally from Pennsylvannia and his wife Mary Walker was either from Ireland or England, depending on which census you look at. Henry's son Frank R. was a member of the Knights of Pythias and his first wife Irene Boyles and their two daughters are buried in the Knights of Pythias Cemetery.
If you are related to the Hoffmans, I love to add your line to my wife's tree. If you might have information about them I'd loved to hear from you. If I can help you with your research feel free to contact me.

Ulysses Cox b. Oct 1862

daath_11 — 24 Nov 2007 3:45:59 GMT

Seeking information on Ulysses Cox from Wirt County, WV. He was born Oct 1862 in WV.

Known children Are:
1. Mabel Cox b. Aug 1887
2. Dudley Cox b. 03 Mar 1890
3. Nora Cox b. Apr 1895
4. William Cox b. Apr 1897
5. Frederick Cox b. Mar 1899
6. Russell Cox b. 13 Jun 1899
7. Gerald Cox b. 1901
8. Hazel Cox b. 1903

Gilbert Woodring m. Lillie Ruble

Roger Reed — 22 Feb 2003 12:38:39 GMT

Looking for information on Gilbert Woodring,married Lillie Ruble in Wirt County,W. Va. These are my Grandparents on my Mother's side. Looking for information on their parents W.T.Woodring and Dovie(Martin)Woodring. Aaron Ruble and ??. I do know Aaron Ruble helped in building the Old Ruble Church in Wirt County.Any info would be welcome.nfo would be welcome.

Looking for descendants of Oliver & Martha Holdren Givens

rgivens186 — 5 Nov 2007 5:08:45 GMT

I'm looking for grandchildren and later descendants of Oliver and Martha Givens. They are cousins of varying degrees because my great-grandfather James Hineman Givens was Oliver's brother. Both brothers were born in Monroe County, OH, and as adults eventually moved to WV. Oliver lived in Wood County for a few years before moving to Wirt County where he remained until his death. James lived in Pleasants County and in Tyler County where he died in 1899. Sometime after 1900 his widow Marinda moved with the younger children to Wirt County. Sons who survived her were Elmer, Earnest, Franklin, and Selmon (nicknamed Duck). She was also survived by a her granddaughter Edna Mae. They lived in Elizabeth either on Horse Run Road or Two Ripple. I would appreciate ANY information you may have about these relatives. My e-mail address is rgivens@ma.rr.com. Joan Givens, Fairmont, WV

Charles Schoolcraft m. Alcy Ann Sees

RuthAnneFreeborn — 21 Jul 2005 11:12:22 GMT

Hello, I am looking for any information about Charles Schoolcraft and Alcy Ann (Sees) Schoolcraft.

I know they married in Wirt WV on August 29th 1867. I have the names of all of their children birth and death dates. I also have an obit for Martin L. (Lew) Schoolcraft that I will post also.

Anyone with any information about this family please contact me, I have hit a brick wall but, as you can see from this article and the obit I know I am getting close. It appears Alcy Ann lived with Martin to help care for his children so this means she remained in this area. Charles her husband passed before her and I'm not sure if it was in WV or Ohio that he passed away. One of their children was John Robert Schoolcraft who was my g.grandfather. I have information on this Schoolcraft family I would like to share and I am very interested in contacting any Schoolcrafts still in the area.

Samuel H. Bonnett m. Elizabeth Ledsome

Caroletri — 9 Oct 2007 8:05:47 GMT

I have been searching it seems forever on this Bonnett family. Here is what I have and hope it is correct. If anyone sees any mistakes please let me know. I would so much appreciate it.

Samuel Bonnett b. 1825
m. Dec 18, 1849 to Elizabeth Ledsome b. 1832
Wirt co marriage
Children:
Theodore D. b 1851 (all children born in Wirt Co)
Lydia D. 1854 ( who I think is my ggrandma)
Martha M. 1857
Samuel H.A. b 1859
W.F. Mc b. 1863
M.E. 1867
Nettie May b. June 1870 d. April 19, 1871

If this is correct and anyone knows the burial places I would appreciate it. Especially for Samuel, Elizabeth, and Lydia. The Lydia( Liddie) I have was married to Elihue Trippett (ggrandpa)
Thanks for any info..............Carole

Adolphus P. Clark

bevans810 — 2 Apr 2004 1:46:23 GMT

Looking for info on the parents of ADOLPHUS P. CLARK born 7 Feb 1844 in Wirt Co.,WV. I have JAMES and ANNA (?) as his parents but no proof. Also, don't know where his parents are from or anything. ANY help would be wonderful and much appreciated!

City directory for town of Elizabeth in Wirt County, WV

rgivens186 — 17 Sep 2007 7:23:40 GMT

Does anyone know if any city directories for the town of Elizabeth were published between 1910 and 1977?

Arley Gay McCray

Judith Laird — 27 Dec 2001 5:24:45 GMT

Seeking information on Arley Gay McCray born on
8-14-18776-78 the son of J.E. and Mary Ann McCray.

James A. Parks

Nena — 30 Jan 2002 12:01:58 GMT

Lokkng for any information on my Grandfather, James A. Parks, Married to Lydia, and any relatives..

Staunton-Parkersburg Turnpike

maryrayme1 — 21 Aug 2007 10:50:44 GMT

Or, you may know it as the Parkersburg-Staunton Turnpike. The Staunton-Parkersburg Turnpike Alliance is looking for folks and historians in Wirt Coiunty, West Virginia, who can provide information and/or stories about how their lives or the lives of their ancestors were effected by this historic turnpike. Please contact kline@folktalk.org to see if you may be interested in being interviewed for an audio history of the Turnpike.

Zadok & Mary Null Family

McDulin — 13 Aug 2007 1:26:12 GMT

I am seeking information about the NULLS who lived near Elizabeth, Wirt County, about 1845. ELIZABETH M. NULL was born there on February 4, 1845, the daughter of ZADOK NULL and his wife MARY (I am not positive of his wife's name). Other children born in Elizabeth were Charlotte, Wellington, Samantha, and Louisa. By 1853, this family was living in Greene County, Missouri. Information on this family is scarce. Any help would be appreciated.

Givens' family log cabin

rgivens186 — 6 Aug 2007 3:42:22 GMT

This is in addition to an earlier request for information about members of the Givens' family who may have lived in a log cabin after 1900 up until the death of Frank Givens who died in May 1977. Two possible sites were Horse Run Road and Two Ripple Road. You can e-mail me at rgivens@ma.rr.com. Thank you. Joan Givens

Directors of Busch and Matheny Pomroy Funeral Homes

rgivens186 — 6 Aug 2007 3:21:59 GMT

I would like to know the names of the owners or directors of the funeral homes named in the subject line. You can e-mail me at rgivens@ma.rr.com. Thank you. Joan Givens

James Harold Metz m. Clara Stiles

MetzGva — 22 May 2006 1:13:21 GMT

Looking for any info on James Harold Metz born (unknown date before 1900) in Wirt County WV. Married Clara Stiles. Spoke German.

Jacob & Elizabeth Trover Freed

PatriciaBoggess64 — 11 May 2007 10:16:45 GMT

Looking for descendants of or anyone who might know anything about Jacob Freed Sr and Elizabeth Trover Freed. They mostly lived in Calhoun Co. but I feel that some may have ended up in Wirt. Am especially interested in: Elsie Freed. born 1852. Married John S. Jenkins in 1880. Margaret Ella Freed, born 1855. Married James A. Long Sept. 20, 1878. Surrilda C. Freed, born 1855.Twin to Margaret Ella.

Alta Hoskins Givens

rgivens186 — 12 May 2007 4:00:44 GMT

I am seeking information about Alta Hoskins who was born in Wetzel County in 1884 or 1885. Her parents are unknown. In 1901 at the age of 17 she married James Wilbur Givens born in Pleasants County in 1878. His parents were James Hineman and Marinda Givens. The couple married in Benwood, Marshall County, where James was employed as a pipefitter. They had three children, two of whom survived: William E. born in 1904 and James O. born in 1906. Sometime after 1910 the family moved to Elizabeth perhaps to be near his widowed mother who moved there after the death of her husband in Tyler County in 1899. After 1920 James and Alta divorced, and he moved to Perry County, Ohio, where he remarried and lived until his death in 1960. Alta and the boys are not in the 1930 Census, and I've learned very little about them other than that they spent some time in Ohio. James' brothers Frank, Elmer, Ernest, and Selmon (nicknamed Duck) lived with Marinda and their young niece Edna May. Marinda's brother-in-law Oliver and his family also lived in Wirt County--in Palestine I believe. Marinda was my great-grandmother and her sons, of course, my great-uncles. So little was known about my dad's paternal side that I've decided to learn as much about them as I can. I'm the last of James H.'s line. I would appreciate any information not only about Alta but also about my great-uncles and Cousin Edna. You may e-mail me at rgivens@ma.rr.com or write to me at Joan Givens, Route # 1, Box 389 A, Fairmont, WV. 26554-9753. If you need an SASE, let me know. Thank you. Joan

John R. Cooper m. Minerva Frances Reed

elainecope49 — 6 Apr 2007 12:17:58 GMT

I am looking for information on John R. Cooper b.3/1852 Ravenswood, Jackson, WV, [he married] & Minerva Frances Reed b.9/1859 Burning Springs, Wirt, WV. They had 2 children Julia b. 8/1883 (she married Emery Hamrick and had 1 child, a son named Carroll Hamrick before she died.) The 2nd child of John R Cooper was John Reed Cooper b 5/1890 in Newark, WV (my grandfather).He married Sidney Marie Knupp b.8/1895. John & Frances Cooper were in 1900 & 1910 census Newark, Wirt, WV. I haven't been able to find a family or any relatives of John R.Cooper. Any help would be appreciated. Thank You, Elaine Cooper Cope

James & Amy Clark

bgunsch11 — 25 Jul 2007 12:32:01 GMT

Fletch,

Sure do wish you can find the burial site of James Clark and AMy clark for me.

Barb

1904 autograph book of Bruce C Young

BruceYoung54 — 26 Jul 2007 4:42:56 GMT

Grand father Young b 1884 was son of Aaron Bell by 1910 he had moved to Eaton, Colorado m 1911 Colorado. While on my trip to Tx my younger brother gave me a book my father had thought i might like. 7-9-1904 some of the names

H P Thompson Lucile, WV
Remember your exploit in Rippley, WV

Roscoe ? Cliuront Reedy, Ripple, WV

H F Dawson Hartley, WV 7-18-1904
Compliments of

V A Rader Mipp, WV
Compliments of

Rosa Wilson Hartley, WV
Compliments of

Carl E McCoy Mipp, WV
Compliments of

R W Edmondson Mipp, WV
I am going to learn how to write something

S O Faber Goldstown, WV

? Jol ? Woodyard Reedy, Ripple, WV 7-18-1904
Best wishes of your friend

Carrie Hamnamau Elizabeth, WV

Laura Young (older sister)
at the Rippley school

Isaac Nelson and Hannah Deem

kdgibson — 24 Jul 2007 10:50:52 GMT

I am a descendent of Isaac Nelson of Pendleton County and Hannah Deem ( likely from Wood County ). I am having a hard time finding out about them. I would like to know of their children, and anything else available. Thanks for your help. Kelly

James Dudley Fletcher m. Elizabeth Stalnaker

ploverrover — 24 Jul 2007 12:33:25 GMT

Would like to find a picture of great grandparents James Dudley Fletcher 1844-1931 and Elizabeth Stalnaker 1855-1932. They lived somewhere between Elizabeth, Palestine, Reedy from the 1890's to the early 30's. He most likely was in the Masonic Lodge. Have a lot of family tree info if there might be any descendants reading. Goes back to the year 600 ( yep ) with some extremely interesting connections. They're buried at Boggs cemetery at Reedy. I believe he was a shoemaker and a stonecutter. She was from the Mcwhorter line from Jane Lew. Thank you, Jim Fletcher Plover, WI 715 344 6036

Log cabins in Wirt County,WV

rgivens186 — 23 Jul 2007 5:33:46 GMT

Is there anyone out there who knows of any log cabins still in existence and still used as residences in Wirt County after 1940? And is there anyone who remembers my great-uncle Franklin Givens who lived in Elizabeth until his death in 1977? He would have been 92 when he died. It's possible that his elderly niece Edna May Givens was still living at that time. Frank had several cousins--children and grandchildren of Oliver and Martha Holdren Givens--who also lived in Wirt County. You can e-mail me at rgivens@ma.rr.com or write to me at JOAN GIVENS, ROUTE #1, BOX 389 A, FAIRMONT, WV, 26554-9753. Thank you for any information.

Reunion for Descendants of George W. & Catherine Bush Richards

4uiRescue — 21 Jul 2007 3:52:49 GMT

We'd like to announce the 3rd annual Richards Family Reunion! This reunion is for all descendants of George W. & Catherine Bush Richards. It will be held Sunday, August 5, 2007 at North Bend State Park (Shelter #3) and lunch will be served at noon.

The George Washington Richards family were pioneers of Lynn Camp Run and lived in early VA (now WV). Many of their descendants lived in or around Calhoun, Doddridge, Gilmer, Ritchie & Wirt Counties. Their sons included: Isaac, George Washington Jr., John, Benjamin Franklin, William M., Michael M., Jacob, Elias Coleman, James and Judge Nelson Richards. Their only daughter, Catherine, married George Six.

Other surnames that tie into this Richards family line are: Bunner, Burrows, Bush, Coburn, Cox, Cunningham, Dotson, Frederick, Holbert, Hunt, Jones, Leason, Lewis, McCartney, McCune, Merrett, Norman, Richards, Six, Taylor, Yoak and Wilson. Don't know if you tie into this family? Please go to the reunion website ( http://therichardsfamilyreunion.com ) and check out some family history. If you are still in doubt, feel free to contact the website administrator, she'll be glad to help you figure it out!

There will be a silent auction and gift exchange to help raise money toward next year's reunion. We also encourage all Richards family history researchers to bring their reports, photos, notebooks and records. There are definite family connections being made at this reunion so bring anything you have that may be of interest to other's in our Richards family.

We look forward to seeing this reunion grow, so please bring your family, a covered dish or dessert and something for the White Elephant Gift Exchange and join us in an afternoon of visiting & fun!

Events we have planned:
SATURDAY, AUG. 4TH:
10:00 a.m. Trip to George Washington Richards Sr.'s gravesite.

SUNDAY, AUG. 5TH:
11:00 a.m. Reunion gathering at North Bend, shelter #3. Noon Lunch, after lunch group photo, prizes and White Elephant Gift Exchange. There will also be a brief discussion on next year's tour ideas and then we'll get to know one another.

We hope to see you there!

Man finds 188-year-old Enoch Bible in dump bin

Char_Brosam — 26 Sep 2006 12:47:36 GMT

I found an article in the Omaha World Herald about a man finding a Bible in the trash. Sad. Go to search for omaha world herald and search for Bible and the above subject comes up. Or type on google. Man finds 188 year old Bible and it's all over the internet. There is a picture of the Bible on aol. Shows a page for Abraham Enoch born 1804 West Virginia. Just wanted to share with researchers.

William Holley Griffith

JoeFrey51 — 6 Jul 2007 10:00:22 GMT

I am doing some research on William Holley Griffith for the old Penitentiary where Holley spent several years. He was born July 31, 1892 in Wirt County and died July 11, 1971 while confined to the West Virginia Penitentiary and was buried at Whitegate Cemetery(prison cemetery) located outside the city limits of Moundsville, WV. Thanks in advance for any assistance.

SOMERVILLE,THORN,THORNE,SHEPPARD

Herb Bumgarner — 11 May 1998 12:00:00 GMT

SOMERVILLE,THORN,THORNE,SHEPPARD

Marinda Givens & sons after 1900

rgivens186 — 25 May 2007 3:03:13 GMT

I am looking for information regarding my great-grandmother Marinda Ellen Givens and her sons (Ernest, Elmer, Franklin, and Selmon) who moved to Elizabeth sometime after 1900. It is possible that her daughter Serena and another son, Oliver, also moved with them. The family had lived in Meade District in Tyler County for several years. Serena's daughter Edna Mae lived with Marinda and her uncles after the move to Wirt County. Another son, James Wilbur Givens, moved with his wife Alta (Hoskins) and sons William E. and James O. from Marshall County to Elizabeth sometime after 1910. Marinda was the widow of James Hineman Givens who died in 1899 in Tyler County and the sister-in-law of Oliver and Martha Holdren Givens who, I believe, lived in Reedy. Oliver and James were the sons of Andrew and Ann Edwards Givens who lived in Pleasants County for many years. Andrew bought property in Wirt County which was held in trust for James H.'s children. I do not need Census information, but family history would be of great interest to me. Perhaps some of Oliver's great-grandchildren still live in Wirt County and know a little more about the family than I do. You may e-mail me at rgivens@ma.rr.com or write to me at Joan Givens, Route # 1, Box 389 A, Fairmont, WV, 26554-9753. Let me know if you need an SASE. Hoping to hear from a cousin or two. Joan

Jemima Teter m John Booher

MichaelGould87 — 15 May 2007 7:31:01 GMT

Seeking any information abt. Jemima Teter b. abt 1795-1800, who married John (William) Booher in Harrison Co. Va. They were in Wirt Co. 1850 census and I don't know what happened to them after. Any information would be greatly appreciated. My e mail address is michaelg672@centurytel.net

Givens family members buried in Two Ripple cemetery

rgivens186 — 4 May 2007 7:54:40 GMT

I am looking for information about Two Ripple Baptist Church and Two Ripple Cemetery. My great-grandmother Marinda Ellen Givens and her sons, so far as I can learn, attended the church and are buried in the cemetery. Marinda died in March 1928; Ernest (Earnest) in July 1931; Elmer in December 1952; Selmon in September 1955; and Franklin in May 1977. Marinda's granddaughter Edna Mae Givens may be buried there, too. You may e-mail me at rgivens@ma.rr.com or write to me at Joan Givens, Route # 1, Box 389 A, Fairmont, WV, 26554-9753. Marinda was Oliver and Martha Holdren Givens' sister-in-law, and I believe that some of their great-grandchildren may still be living in Wirt County. Any information will be welcome. If you need an SASE, let me know

Abraham & Lavernal Davis

emma439 — 11 Apr 2007 4:44:38 GMT

SEARCHING FOR ABRAM OR ABRAHAM AND LAVERNAL OR VERNE BRUMAGE DAVIS. I KNOW THEY LIVED IN BURNING SPRINGS AROUND 1880 CENSUS. HE MAY HAVE BEEN BORN IN OHIO, SHE IN WV. I CAN'T SEEM TO LOCATE THEM ANYWHERE BEFORE OR AFTER THAT CENSUS. THEY WERE THE PARENTS OF JOSEPH (JOSIAH), MARY E., HIRAM, CHARLES, SILAS, MISSOURI, AND POSSIBLY LEVI, R.A., M.A., AND JOHN. SILAS MAY HAVE MARRIED FRONA BELT. I AM NOT POSITIVE ON ANY OF THIS AT THIS POINT. ANY HELP WOULD BE APPRECIATED. THANK YOU SO MUCH.

EMMA SHEELER
BYESVILLE, OH.
GGGRANDDAUGHTER

Roy Calvin Mathess, POW/MIA Korean War

raysestak126 — 11 Feb 2007 10:18:17 GMT

I am searching for the family of a soldier who was killed in the Korea War. When he entered service he gave Wirt County, West Virginia as his home of record. His remains were never recovered.

Soldier: ROY CALVIN MATHESS
Born: MAy 31, 1925, Cuacasian
Date of loss: July 16, 1950, MIA

When the Korean War ended the enemy never returned or accounted for over 8,000 of our servicemen. They died in their hands. That was over 50 years ago. Since that time DNA has been perfected and also they are recovering remains in North Korea. Our government is obligated to return those remains to the proper family. DNA samples have been obtained from most of the families of these missing soldiers. For various reasons some families have not been located. There are 54 families in West Virginia that have not been located. There is one family from Wirt County that has not been located.

When the remains are recovered and identified they will be returned to the family for proper burial. I am just an old (76 years) Combat Veteran out of the Korean War and thankful that I did return. I consider this a very noble cause and I hope that you can help in some way to find this family. For more information on the project you may go to http://www.jpac.pacom.mil/. My part in the program is to match up the lost families with the proper agency.

I will be grateful for any assistance in locating this family.

Harold Davis
40th Infantry Division
Korea ’52-‘53
910-791-2333
hgdavis@bellsouth.net

Earl F. Lockhart

tlockhart172 — 28 Mar 2007 4:45:46 GMT

There is a Earl F. Lockhart, Barbara Ann Lockhart Buried at Shiloh Methodist Cemetery, Wood Co., West Virginia. Earl Wife Donna remarriged a Hendricks. Does Any Know Earl father?

Earl F. Lockhart, Sr. (1936-1993)

tlockhart172 — 26 Mar 2007 11:26:35 GMT

Who was the father of Earl F. Lockhart, Sr. Born sept 6,1936 died jan.31,1993 in Wood Co., WV

The Calhoun, Clay, Roane & Wirt County, WV Cousin Connection

Molli2 — 4 Mar 2007 3:05:25 GMT

A sister-site to Calhoun, Roane, Braxton & Clay County WV Tombstones, affectionately known as "The Cousin Connection", this is where we share photos of people and places within our four counties of focus.

A free genealogy only site dedicated to preserving information about the lives of our ancestors and the history of Calhoun, Clay, Roane and Wirt counties in the great Mountaineer State of West Virginia. This is a sister site of "Calhoun, Roane, Braxton & Clay Co, WV Tombstones" (aka "The Tombstone Site #1") and "Jackson, Ritchie & Wirt County WV Tombstones" (aka The Tombstone Site #2) where you'll find death documentation for those counties. As a sister site, The Cousin Connection will accept everything but death records and/or documentation. For your convenience, we've provided links at The Cousin Connection so you can easily request an invitation to The Tombstone Sites #1 & #2.

To request an invitation to The Cousin Connection please contact me directly by email by clicking on my username. Please make "The Cousin Connection" your subject line.

Charlene

Red Riders or Red Men

nikkinautumn — 3 Mar 2007 8:51:39 GMT

I was told that my gg grandfather (who lived in PeeWee) was a member of the Red Riders or Red Men club. Does anyone know any more about this? Thanks, Nikki

Thomas Nelson HICKLE m. Sarah PARKER, ca. 1842

rwelch128 — 24 Oct 2006 8:27:39 GMT

Thomas Nelson HICKLE was born about 1819 in West Virginia and married Sarah A. PARKER of Lewis County in about 1842. They had 7 children: Julia A., Nancy E., George S., Sarah V., Jacob Martin (from whom I'm descended), America, and Thomas. The family left Wirt County during the 1850s and moved to Lewis County, Kentucky.

I'll gladly share information on this family.

Elma Bell Lockhart

gruhastie — 2 Mar 2007 11:52:00 GMT

Elma BELL was the daughter of Jason and Mary (ROCKHOLD) BELL and was born in 1874 in Wetzel County. She was a young girl when her father died and her mother took the children to live with her brother, Charles ROCKHOLD in in the Elizabeth District of Wirt County.

By 1900, Elma was living with her sister Alice (Mrs. Frank) Roberts in the ELizabeth District. Elma's married name was LOCKHART. She is listed in the census as married but no husband is present.
By 1910, the Frank Roberts family had moved to Teays VAlley in Putnam County. Elma moved with them. She was listed in the census record as widowed and had a 30-year old son Basil LOCKHART living with her.

Can anyone tell me the given name of Elma's husband - ? LOCKHART?

Martin Kinney m Mary Hosea

davelifethoughts — 26 Feb 2007 11:59:52 GMT

Martin Kinney and wife Mary lived in Wirt County in 1880 census.

Martin is possibly the son of Micahel and Ann Kinney of Morgan County Ohio.

The 1860 Morgan County Ohio census shows the Michael Kinney household, which includes a daughter Hattie Kinney:

Michael Kinney, age 55, born 1804 Ireland, laborer
wife, Ann, age 44, born 1815 Ireland
d, Mary Ann, age 20, born 1839 Ohio
s, Martin, age 18, born 1841 Ohio, miller
s, Michael, age 16, born 1843 Ohio, apprentice
s, John, age 14, born 1845 Ohio
d, Catherine, age 12, born 1847 Ohio
d, Ellen, age 10, born 1849 Ohio
d, Margaret, age 9, born 1850 Ohio
d, Hattie, age 6, born 1853 Ohio

LDS records show Martin Kinney married Mary Hosea.

Family Pictures - Eagles, Clark, Roberts, Ashleys

Barb Gunsch — 16 Jul 2005 4:04:15 GMT

I have pictures of some Eagles, Clark, Roberts, and Ashleys from Wirt County if anyone is interested. If anyone has pictures I would trade.

Thank you

William Roberts m. Urana Bell Lockhart

tlockhart172 — 8 Feb 2007 1:21:26 GMT

I'am looking for the names of William Roberts Born 1862 Died 1922 Married Urana Bell Lockhart Born 1866 Died 1948 "Childrens". I know two Lewis Everrett Roberts That Married Elva Anna Kidwell and Maude Belle Roberts that married William A. Noble. I need the other Eight

? Wood m Alfred Solomon Bumgarner, 1863

kaitysmom — 21 Feb 2007 1:06:47 GMT

Hello, I am researching the Bumgardner/Bumgarner family that married into the Debolt family from Wirt County, WV. Mary Elizabeth Debolt, the daughter of Benjamin Debolt and Darcus Wood married Alfred Solomon or Solomon Alfred Bumgarner/Bumgardner on July 4, 1863 in Wood County, WV. Alfred had been married once before Mary to an Elizabeth Mann in September 23, 1857 in Wirt County, WV.

Both of the marriage records indicate that Alfred's parents were Frederick and Margaret Bumgarner/Bumgardner.

Can anyone help on this specific Bumgarner family?

Thanks in advance for any help.

In Christ,
Melissa Barker
kaitysmom@peoplestel.net

Hershel F. Williamson

tlockhart172 — 11 Feb 2007 3:16:54 GMT

anyone know who the father of Hershel F. Williamson that Married Inez King are?

Charles F. Lockhart

tlockhart172 — 11 Feb 2007 3:14:46 GMT

There is a Charles F. Lockhart buried at Beulah Humble Presbyteria Cemetery, Wirt Co., West Virginia born mar.14,1924 died sept.14,1924. Does anybody know who child this is? And also there a Joy B. Lockhart Willison born 1923 died 1986. Also I like to thank the person that gave me the help on Roberts.

Roscoe Denver Donohue & descendants

Calmpipkin — 5 Feb 2007 2:32:24 GMT

My grandfathers name was Roscoe Denver Donohue. My father is Jack Lloyd Donohue. I am doing some research for my son and I believe you are the relative who put togeather "A Stroll Down Memory Lane" Please email me.

Lori Pipkin

John & Violeta Fisher

harleypdakin — 1 Feb 2007 3:47:03 GMT

Looking for information on John Fisher and his 2nd wife Violeta. Also looking for information on John's son from 1st wife, Sherman Fisher. Searching for descendents for the purpose of locating any exisitng pictures of the couple. Any help on this appreciated.

Pickerings and Rockholds

Charla Bench — 10 Jan 2005 10:37:22 GMT

Check the earlier census'--the Pickerlings and Rockholds are related---check for Pickerings in Wirt and Wood, but also look at Rockholds in the same places-Pickerings I think were at times living with them, and the census will show the relationship.

Mt Pleasant aka Groundhog Cemetery, Creston

nanapats — 21 Jan 2007 2:18:48 GMT

Looking for someone in Wirt County who lives near or could travel to this Mt.Pleasant aka "Groundhog" Cemetery in or near Creston.

I would like photos of the headstones of SINK, WILLIAM (death 1925) and his wife VIRGINIA (Leasure) SINK (death 1948) and any other headstones you might see for SINK.

Also, if the Mount Pleasant Church is still standing, a photo of that would be appreciated. Thanks so much if anyone can fulfill my request.

William Gibson m. Elizabeth Ruble - Burning Springs

Annette Lafferty — 7 Apr 2002 3:03:10 GMT

Looking for infor. on Wm.(b.1826) m. Eliza. Ruble (b. 1833), son Jasper Gibson (b.1853)m.Margaret Devies (b. 1854), son Jasper J. Gibson (b. 1873) m. Gladys Mitchell (b. 6-25-1888. Parents of Gladys Mitchell: Andrew Jefferson Mitchell (b. 1845), Amelia Lyon (b. 1857). Thanks..

Wirt Ancestors

susansnider91 — 25 Jul 2002 11:30:08 GMT

The names of the ones I am related to in Wirt Co. would be a very long list, I also have my great-grandmother's pictures. The area that I know the most about is from Brohard (Hartley) down Straight Creek to Munday. Kemps, Maze, Wilson, Davis, Livingston, Busch, Phillips, anyone from that area, I have the Censuses & Marriage records for that county. I will be glad to look up for you, but my Census starts in 1850..marriages 1854-1899 & 1900-1970, 1920 is my last Census, I have access to Hartley Cem, Mt. Zion, & Wolverton. My pics are also of Hartley school, I do not know the children, the teacher has on a long black skirt..my Mom went to Wirt Co. High School and I found a pic of her with a class of girls, I fgure she was a Freshman, about 1937, she graduated in 1941...If anyone knows of a relative who may be in this pic, let me know...snider_susan@hotmail.com....THANKS

Corbett family

Debora Ross-Long — 7 Oct 1998 12:00:00 GMT

I have an extensive Corbett family history that has been passed down to me about the Corbetts from Wirt Co. WV.

I have no Corbetts in my line and would very much like to find someone to share this extensive information with as it represents the lifetime research of two of my deceased cousins.

George Koch m. Phoebe Trippett Koch Edwards, 1871

Alice Koch May — 27 Oct 2002 11:36:43 GMT

Does anyone have any information about this couple married 1871 in Wirt Co.? Also would like to find where they are buried.
Please e-mail me at raymayday@aol.com

David A. and/or George F. Roberts

George Roberts — 25 Nov 2006 1:53:52 GMT

Looking to up date family tree on Roberts from Wirt County WV.
The son of George Roberts , Daivd moved to Michigan in late 40's.Brother of Daivd , Robert moved to Arizona ?
Looking for family members .
Thanks for your time.

John T. Debolt b. 1855

MelissaBarker51 — 18 Nov 2006 1:13:36 GMT

Hello, I posted this same query back in 2002 on this board. I am posting again to see if there is anyone out there that can help.

My great-great-great grandfather was John T. Debolt. He was born April 13, 1855 in Wirt County, WV. His mother, Dorcas (Wood) Debolt died at his birth. His father was Benjamin Debolt.

I have tried for several years to find a death record for Dorcas and a birth record for John and have come to find that these record do not exist in Wirt County.

So, my question is this: Is there any source in Wirt County for the year 1855 that can shed any light on these two events?

Another item that I am seeking is possible court records that say John T. Debolt was given to the Shuman family to be raised. John T. Debolt went to live with the Shuman family and was raised by them. He never changed his last name, so I am guessing that he was not formally adopted by them. This arrangement has always seemed strange by me because John's father was still living and lived for several more years after John's birth. John also had siblings that were married. Why couldn't one of them taken him in? Of course I don't know the circumstances at the time, but it is a mystery.

Sorry to be so long winded. If ANYONE can help, I would be greatful.

In Christ,
Melissa Barker

Joel Williams, btwn 1790-1847

rwwilli — 28 Jul 2003 8:59:59 GMT

I'm trying the ‘broad brush' approach this time.

I'm looking for any Williams families that had a child by the name of Joel that was born no earlier than 1790 and married no later than 1837 in Virginia (or what is now West Virginia).

Joel was my GG Grandfather and I am attempting to find some reference to potential parents and/or siblings. The only records referencing Joel state he was born in Virginia. I suspect it may have been in the area of the current Jackson, Wirt and Wood Counties of West Virginia.

Joel's wife was Mary Ann (unkn last name).

Children of Joel & Mary Ann were:
Abraham B. b. 1837
Mary Rebecca b. 1838
Susannah b.1839
Levina and Mariah b. 1844 (possibly twins or wrong date)
Alphias b. 1847

Joel died in Jackson County (most probably now the portion that is now Wirt Co.) sometime between late 1846 and August 1847.

Any information pertaining to a potential family for Joel would be greatly appreciated.

Dick Williams

Lewis-Roberts Cemetery

Bruce Hayman — 3 Nov 2006 2:53:57 GMT

Could someone tell me where the Lewis-Roberts Cemetery is located in Wirt County?

John Hartley Wilson m. Hanorah Joy, Wash.DC, 1900

cevillano1 — 31 Oct 2006 11:05:57 GMT

I only know that Hanorah Elizabeth Joy married a man from a supposedly distinquished family (signer of Declaration of Independence, from Baltimore?????). Anyway, I am having a heck of a time locating him...maybe this West Va. cemetery is a clue, becasue not able to find in DC, MD or VA indexes for 1900. They had two daughters: May and Clair Dorothy, born 1903.
They DIVORCED, a scandal in those days, expecially as Lizzie was irish Catholic, I imagine. By 1920 Hanorah was remarried to John Earl Birch and living in Washngton. Any ideas of help would be greatly appreciated

James Riley SHUMAN Burial Location

genseeker_63 — 28 Oct 2006 6:12:10 GMT

Hello,

According to James Riley SHUMAN's death certificate, he was buried somewhere in Brohard, WV 28 Dec 1938. The funeral director was W. M. Pomroy. Does anyone have access to a list of cemetery transcriptions that would list which cemetery he is buried in? I know that his wife, Mary Jane is buried in Hartley Cemetery however she died 12 years after his death. He died 26 Dec 1938.

Thanks,

Michelle Kennedy Byrd

Louisa Lockhart m Joseph Roberts

Wil Wilburn — 7 Sep 2006 12:36:19 GMT

John Moore Lockhart b 1799 and Nancy King b 1804 had the following
children born to them:
William b 1822, Enoch b 1824, Gilead b 1828, Caleb b 1829, Nancy b
1831, John b 1832, George H. b 1835, Alfred B. b 1837, Mahalia b 1839,
Ransom R. b 1840, Louisa Virginia b 1844, Isaiah b 1846, and Columbia
b 1848. Louisa married Joseph Roberts, an English immigrant. They
were my great great grandparents. Is there any one around that has any
photos of John Moore Lockhart and his wife, or maybe even a photo
with Louisa Virginia in it ??? I know very little about the Lockharts, or the
Roberts as well. Thanks and adios...C.R. "Wil" Wilburn, Helena, Montana

Bessie & Eleanor Vann

Harley Dakin — 4 Oct 2004 12:29:05 GMT

I recently received a tin type picture from one of my elderly cousins which includes writing on the reverse saying the two young girls in the picture are Bessie and Eleanor Vann, cousins of the Cline family. Is anyone familar with this surname in Wirt County? Apprecaite any help.
God Bless
Harley Dakin

Walter BELL b. abt 1820

jimmyhscofield — 20 Aug 2004 5:05:27 GMT

Does anyone know the origins of Walter BELL? He and his wife Juda -- are listed on page 206A of the Braxton, (West) Virginia Census. By 1870 they are listed in Burning Spring Twp., Wirt Co. with nine children.

Albert Franklin Wilcox (aka George Albert) m. Carrie Jane Bell

Kristen (Nutt) Goodnight — 15 May 2006 12:07:51 GMT

I am researching my husband's family tree.

His grandparents were Johnnie Pearl Jones and Stella May Wilcox.

Great-Grandparents Albert Franklin Wilcox aka George Albert Wilcox and Carrie Jane Bell. (I have no more information on them.) He may have been married numerous times.

I also have limited information on the following who may be Albert Franklin Wilcox's parents:
George Sine Wilcox b. 08/11/1843 Belmont County, Ohio
d. 04/04/1901 Wirt County, West Virginia
m.
Elizabeth Marie last name unknown
d. 04/1908 Wirt Couunty, WV.
She looks to be full blood Indian.

If anyone has any information on the above, please email me kristen_goodnight@yahoo.com

Thank you,
Kristen Goodnight
Brohard, WV

BUMGARNER, DYE, CONNOLLY, ENOCH, MOREHEAD

Herb Bumgarner — 25 Aug 2006 12:14:53 GMT

BUMGARNER,DYE,CONNOLLY,ENOCH,MOREHEAD,

Turner Enoch

Janice (Enoch)Carmony — 25 Aug 2006 12:19:28 GMT

Turner Enoch passed away yesterday, 5-21-99 of an apparent heart attack. Turner was the last surviving child of Lonzo (Bert) Enoch b.1878 d. ca.1960 and Maggie Vergena Lockhart Enoch. He was preceded in death by brothers: Lloyd, Marvin, Madison, and William, sisters: Loretta, Dorotha, and Carrie (twin of Madison). Turner m. Icy Lockhart and had four children: Donald, Denver, Charles,and one daughter (Blanch). He will be sadly missed. 5-22-99

Mary Rebecca Woodring

onlyonemomz — 22 Nov 2003 11:14:44 GMT

I am looking for information on Mary Rebecca Woodring.
Father: George Woodring Mother: Ann Smith
First husband: David Shultz, child: Viola b: 1913
2nd husband: John Snider or Snyder Children: Lakie, Glen, Dawe or Dow, and Virgle Cleo.
3rd husband: Jacob Allen Children: Henry, Dorthy, and Louise.
Any feed back appreciated. Best wishes.
Dee

James ROBINSON m. Charity HINDMAN 1825

exbuckeye — 29 Sep 2006 9:08:52 GMT

I am trying to identify the parentage of James Robinson and Charity Hindman. They were married in Wood Co in 1825 and moved to Wirt Co. Charity is buried in the family plot on their property.

James was born around 1803 in PA.

Charity was born in 1807 in Hampshire Co, VA (WV)

I have made 3 trips to Wood/Wirt Co but have not been able to correctly identify their parents. If anyone has any information I would love to hear from you.

Thanks...

Fayette B. STODDARD

machofe — 23 Jun 2006 11:46:17 GMT

Searching for information about Fayette B. STODDARD, wife Abigail CRAWFORD (mar. 17 Dec 1852 in Wirt County) and children: Clarrina and George. The family is listed in the 1860 and 1870 Wirt County censuses. According to the census returns, Fayette was born in PA, Abigail in OH. Abigail's parents were Calvin and Mary (TROWBRIDGE) CRAWFORD.

Nancy MILLER m Levi STEED, 1836

jlaws0n — 22 Jun 2006 12:39:12 GMT

I'm searching for any information on the parents and siblings of Nancy MILLER who married Levi STEED on Aug. 28, 1836 in Wood Co., (W)VA. The STEEDs lived around Newark in the area of Wood Co. that became part of Wirt Co. in 1848.
Levi STEED, b. abt 1800 in PA, was the s/o Aaron STEED and grandson of Peter STEED. Nancy MILLER may have been Levi's second wife.
Levi is listed on the 1840 census for Wood Co., (W)VA with three males under 15 and three females under 15 in his household. An older female (age 40-50) may be his wife, Nancy.
Before 1860, Levi moved to Boyd Co., KY and appears in Ashland on the 1860 census. Other STEEDS in Ashland are Aaron, George, Henry and Levi STEED, Jr. I would appreciate any help with this family.

Absalom Knotts m Mary Bryan

Scott Kennedy — 18 Jun 2006 12:32:57 GMT

I am seeking any information on Absalom KNOTTS. He married Mary BRYAN of Maryland and was born in Delaware and died in Palestine, Wirt Co. He is presumably buried there. He had a son, Edward KNOTTS, who had a daughter, Elizabeth KNOTTS. ELizabeth married Jeptha McGee and settled in Jackson Co., WVed in Jackson Co., WV

BROHARD, WV

morgans4 — 4 Jun 2006 8:52:58 GMT

Can someone tell me who town of Brohard is named for? My ancestor, Elizabeth Brohard/Broherd b. 1777, immigrated from Netherlands before 1795 and married Robert Scoby/Scobee, who was born in Berkeley Co., VA, which changed over to being WV. Also interested in Scoby/Scobee cousins.

Boston & Myers photo

JLloyd7381 — 22 May 2006 1:25:41 GMT

I found among some old postcards of my husband's grandmother a photo-postcard of two gentlemen. On the back is written "Jap Boston, Ray Myers, I went to School with them" Grandma lived in Wirt county for much of her youth so perhaps it is of someone's Wirt county ancestors?