I, too, have some Patterson ancestors in Tn. The name Evaline drew my attention to your post. My Mother's oldest sister was named Eva Lea Jane. My oldest ancestor is named James Patterson and married a Marthy ? His mother, Nancy is living with them in the 1850 Lincoln County census. Also two sisters that married Kirklands are also living with them or next door. Also there are 3 Harris childen living with them. If any of this sounds familiar I would apreciate any help you can give me and I will share in return. Nancy was born in NC and so was Marthy. Haven't any idea what their maiden names were. I am guessing there might be other siblings to James but have no idea as to their name. If anyone out there has any idea at all what Nancy's husband's name is please help me.
Thank you so much.
Delores Phillips Sisco
jsisco@hiwaay.net