My first name is spelled Nellye. I have traced my ancestry back to Moses Bowen and Reese Bowen, so that ties in with the research you have listed.

I understand that the Bowens came from Wales about 1680 and that the name was originally spelled ap Owen (son of Owen). I live in Ohio now, was born in Taylor County, Kentucky, and have been told the Bowens are from Virginia.

I'm interested in learning about ancestors in the Civil and Revolutionary Wars.