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Susie Bridgeforth Saulsberry 1924-2013

Contribution — 2013-05-02 17:42:49Z

Susie Saulsberry

Susie Saulsberry made her Heavenly transition on April 28, 2013 surrounded by family.

She was born August 19, 1924 to the late Arlilla (Cross) and Stonewall Bridgeforth, Sr., in Horn Lake, Mississippi. (Desoto County, near Memphis, Tenn.)
Susie was a member of Mt. Zion Baptist Church for over 50 years. She later joined and was a faithful member of St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church.
She retired from Summit County, Ohio Children's Board in 1986 after 22 years of service.
She was a member of Joy Park Joyful Seniors, E.A.C.H. Theater Group, past president of Fuller Street Block Club, and very active with Big God Big Praise.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband of 53 years, Columbus Saulsberry; infant sons, Johnny Lee, Thurman, and Columbus, Jr.; daughter, Shirley Ann Saulsberry, and seven siblings.
She leaves to cherish her memories her loving daughter, Wimpsey Levingston of Memphis, Tenn.; grandchildren, Shannon Saulsberry, Aaron (Wendy) Saulsberry, both of Akron, Ohio, Robert (Pam) Levingston of Douglasville, Ga., Deanna Roan, Robin Levingston, Bol'Ey (Kim) Levingston, all of Memphis, Tenn.; special great-granddaughter and caregiver, Kandice Saulsberry; special nephew, Tyler Richardson, special nieces, Dr. Angela Louque, Dr. Patricia Clark; brothers, Eddie Harris (Gertrude) Bridgeforth, Stonewall (Barnetta) Bridgeforth, Jr.; sister, Glennie Clark; step-daughters, Bernice (James Henry) Kimble, of Memphis, Tenn., and Bornetta (Harvey) Newsom of Chicago, Ill.; four great-grandchildren, three great-great-grandchildren, and a host of nieces, nephews, family and friends.

Homegoing service will be held Saturday, May 4, 2013 at 11 a.m. at St. Paul Baptist Missionary Church, 1350 Virginia Ave., Akron, OH 44306, Rev. Clifton Norwood eulogizing and Rev. Dr. Luther C. Cooper officiating.
Interment at Glendale Cemetery.
Friends may visit at the church from 10 a.m. until time of service.
Procession will form and condolences may be sent to 788 Bulger St., Akron, OHIO 44306.

Published in Akron Beacon Journal from April 30 to May 2, 2013

Summit

Re: Monroe Hayes Sellers 1870

Naomi779 — 2013-04-10 20:42:14Z

Thank you so very much for the "pointers" and for responding so quickly. In 1880, actually 1879 the Sellers and Vick families had left TN. for KS., so I am not sure that I can make a note of the neighbors, that is a super idea. However, I will look in the TN. 1867 Voter Registration Rolls and see if I can locate either Wilson Sellers or Monroe. The county/district, I started that a while back was marking off the districts as I went along
laid the paper down and do not know where I placed it so I
would need to start over again. At one point I thought that I might be able to locate Monroe and Amanda in Dist. 13 Dekalb near his parents, then I thought well maybe he is living near his sister Lavina and her husband Horace Vick in Dist. 2, however I will need to recheck that one today. I also thought that maybe they may have been living with other relatives. You are correct, time consuming to say the least, I will keep searching in hopes of finding him. Thanks again Pat

Re: Monroe Hayes Sellers 1870

HL2604 — 2013-04-10 10:41:05Z

It is not unusual for people to be "missed" on a census record only to be enumerated on the following decade. Happened more times than I can count. One of my "tricks" involved making a note of neighbors then search for those neighbors on records where the "object" peron was missing. Another "trick" is a time-consuming scan of every name in the county/precinct/district where they may have lived. Also review 1867 Voter Registration Rolls.

Monroe Hayes Sellers 1870

Naomi779 — 2013-04-10 02:24:34Z

I have been searching for my gg grandfather in 1870 for 14 years, to no avail. Monroe H. Sellers TN. May 2, 1845 or about. Married to Amanda Hayes Sellers according to the DeKalb Co. TN. records 1868. His parents were Wilson and Mary Sellers in the 1870 living in Liberty DeKalb Co.. Would there be any other place or records that I might search that would help me locate Monroe in 1870? He filed for a war pension in July 1897 but was denied, he stated that he returned to Murfreesbor. In 1880 (KS.) 1890(OK.)died in 1939 in Oklahoma. Any help provided will be greatly appreciated. Thank Pat heaven12122003@yahoo.com

Re: Looking for Daniel/Daniels in the Brentwood area

HL2604 — 2013-04-10 00:40:31Z

Continue your search unless you are provided documented proof! Per https://familysearch.org/ Robert Daniels wed Jane "Green", 28 Nov 1889 in Williamson County. That's supported by death certificate for Isabelle Johnson viewable/printable on the same website. The 1889-date indicated on 1910 census where the couple enumerated as married for 21 years. While on familysearch, lookup death certificate for Susie Daniels (3 Jul 1903 - 22 Oct 1918). I'm not related!

Re: Looking for Daniel/Daniels in the Brentwood area

mickeydee23 — 2013-04-09 21:40:17Z

Thank you, thank you, thank you. I have been trying to find this information for a while

Respectfully,

Michael Daniel

Re: Looking for Daniel/Daniels in the Brentwood area

Dposarg — 2013-04-05 23:29:58Z

Jane Daniels was Jane Raines before marriage to Robert Daniels sr

Re: Thelma Jones-Bryant

HL2604 — 2013-03-21 20:22:34Z

The lifespan on SSDI corresponds to the one you've saved!

Re: Thelma Jones-Bryant

aaliy71006 — 2013-03-21 19:28:41Z

Hi HL2604,

Thank you for looking for this info for me, so the General that you mentioned as the son of Julia could be my fathers, father?

Thanks so much
Willette

Re: Thelma Jones-Bryant

HL2604 — 2013-03-13 12:51:30Z

https://familysearch.org/ has a parental search option. Logon and click highlighted "Parents". Enter Joseph Bryant and Julia Boone in the appropriate blocks then click "Search". There are errors in birthdates but that'll retrieve death certificates: Lillian Eddins, Willie Bryant, and John Henry Bryant.

Re: Thelma Jones-Bryant

HL2604 — 2013-03-13 12:36:35Z

You might owe me "big time" for this?(lol) Find a map of Mississippi Counties at mississippi.hometownlocator.com. Near the Tennessee border are adjoining counties of Alcorn and Prentiss. Julia Boone wed Joseph Bryant, 18 Jul 1876 in Prentiss. They're found 1880 Prentiss-Not Stated-169-Image 13 with Dean(2) and Victoria(1). None of Mississippi's 1890 census was saved from congressional-ordered destruction. Next 1900 Alcorn-Deat 4-District 0002-Image 2 where Julia(37) was head-of-household. She had given birth to 10 and nine were still living. General was amond the eldest and absent from the household. Between 1900 and 1910, Julia married unknown Stafford. She's found with that surname: 1910 TN-Shelby-Memphis Ward 18-0230-Image 5. The three youngest children from 1900 also part of that household. In 1920, she's found married to Tom Ellis thus the WWI Draft Card connection to General James Bryant.

Re: Thelma Jones-Bryant

HL2604 — 2013-03-13 11:44:26Z

I've viewed your tree and think you may be interested in WWI Draft Registration: General James Bryant in Kansas City. He was born 7 Jun 1882, worked in Texarkana, AR, and listed his mom: Julia Ellis of Memphis, TN as next-of-kin. His lifespan corresponds to the SSDI record you've saved.

Re: Thelma Jones-Bryant

aaliy71006 — 2013-03-12 22:38:26Z

I hi and thank you. Is there anyway to find out if they had any children? General was my father and I was told by my mother that he had a child before he met my mother,.just not sure which three of his wives he had the child with.

Thank you again
Willette

Re: Thelma Jones-Bryant

wcarson55 — 2013-03-12 02:59:29Z

Here's her marriage certificate.
http://register.shelby.tn.us/imgView.php?imgtype=pdf&id=...

Thelma Jones-Bryant

aaliy71006 — 2013-03-11 02:52:47Z

I am looking for info on Thelma Jones-Bryant, she was born Abt. 1920 in Memphis, Shelby, TN. her parents were Martin Jones and Madge King, she had a brother named Robert Jones, b. Abt. 1922 in TN. any help would be greatly welcomed.

Thank you
Willette

John and Preston Henderson born in TN or KY. Lived in Hearne Tx.

BDhenderson10 — 2013-03-03 06:23:08Z

John and Preston Henderson born in TN or KY. Lived in Hearne Tx.
Replies: 0

BDhenderson10 (View posts) Posted: 2 Mar 2013
I'm looking for any information on both my great great great grandfather and uncle. According to both 1880 census they either were born in TN Or KY. Also I have looked for both men in the available slave schedule....NO LUCK! I would like to know if their was any other siblings or any information on their parents . Thank you !

Bobbie Moore Gaston 1936-2013 b. Giles County

Contribution — 2013-02-22 21:39:29Z

AUSTINTOWN, Ohio – Mrs. Bobbie A. Gaston, 76, departed this life on Tuesday, Feb. 19, 2013, at her residence.

Mrs. Gaston was born on April 25, 1936, in Pulaski, Tennessee, a daughter of John R. and Ophelia Cothron Moore.

She graduated from Bridgeforth High School and attended Morehouse College

She retired from Youngstown, Ohio Metropolitan Housing Authority after 20 years.

Her husband, Edward Gaston Jr. is deceased.

She leaves children, Richeryl (Elvie) Cooke, Kimberly Cousart, both of Youngstown and Bobby Gaston of Pittsburgh, Pa..

A son, Starling, preceded her in death

A memorial service will be held at 3:30 p.m. on Sunday at the F.D. Mason Memorial Funeral Home, Youngstown, Ohio

mahoning

Re: Stokley from Ripley/Henning Tennessee

dhazel1 — 2013-02-08 00:17:36Z

Courtesy lookup - not my family.

I found some information that may help pin down the "right" African American STOKLEY family in Lauderdale County, TN.

First, David or Davis Stokly, married to Lula, on the 1930 census, was not David on previous censuses - his real name was Harvey Stokly. He was born 18 March 1878, possibly the son of ?? Henry Stokley, born 1850 and Kittie, born 1858.

Two other men contemporary in age, so may be possible brothers are:
Isreal L. Stokley, born 15 Sept 1876, married to Lucy.
John Levi Stokley. born 19 Jan 1881, married to Abbie, died 15 Aug 1968.

Harvey Stokely married 25 December 1901 Lauderdale Co., TN, Lula Halliburton. She was born about 1883, the daughter of Henry Halliburton and Nealie Jones. Lula died at age 49 yrs. 5 Jan 1933 in Curve, TN, of pneumonia, and was buried at Mt. Pleasant Cemetery, Ripley, Lauderdale, TN.

Harvey and Lula had the following children:
Thomas 1905
Rufus 1913
Pearly 1914
Harvey W. 1917
Mariah 1920
Frankie (female) 1923

Harvey married for the second time between 1933-40 a woman named Mamie, born about 1885. Both were alive through the 1940 census, and shared their home with his yougest child, 16 year old Frankie.

Hope this helps!
Laura

Stokley from Ripley/Henning Tennessee

tmstokley — 2013-01-24 02:26:52Z

I'm looking for Stokley descendants from Ripley Tennessee. My grandfather's name was Rufus Stokley. The census says his fathers name was David Stokley (Stokly).

Re: Paynes in Robertson County, Tenn

s11payne — 2013-01-21 04:57:39Z

It is possible, I have paynes in Robertson county and Simpson County Ky. I think some of the men were married to different, I am still trying to work through the records

Re: African Americans sir-name Hendrix/Hendrick

lapearl38 — 2013-01-15 00:54:48Z

Dee, As a young child I was told that Emerson Watson was a relative.I found Innius through research with his sir-name Hendrick I was trying to make the connection.That being said,My primary research has been my grandmother Elizabeth she appears on1880 -1910 census married to Rolly Hendrick.I was informed that she was Mulatto(Indian/white) and she appeared in Monroe Co.age 12 looking for her family. My grandfather (Rolly Hendrick) took her In and married her. Her sir-name not known.However, during that period of time there were other neighbors sir- name Dismukes that was elizabeth family that were born in Tn.as I stated. I discovered Elizabeth Dismukes Davidson Co. Tn. In my research.I was trying to connect the dots was she my grandmother? My dad Clem Hendrix born1876 Arkansas.

Re: African Americans sir-name Hendrix/Hendrick

deejohnson555 — 2013-01-14 02:13:42Z

Just to clarify, other than trying to locate Innis, what are you trying to find out? What is your father's name and were his parents Elizabeth/Lizabeth Dismukes and Paul Hendrix? Sorry for the confusion.

Emerson Watson was the son of George and Rose. His brothers were Richard and George, Jr. Emerson was the only one I was able to trace. I have a feeling his brothers may have died during the smallpox epidemic in Arkansas.

Denise

Re: African Americans sir-name Hendrix/Hendrick

lapearl38 — 2013-01-13 23:13:09Z

Correction Rebecca or Beckey Roberts not Thornton sorry.

Re: African Americans sir-name Hendrix/Hendrick

lapearl38 — 2013-01-13 23:06:31Z

Thanks Dee,any help will be appreciated. My primary research interest is Hendrick/Hendrix who were slaves from Virginia to Tennessee. My grandfather Rolly first appears on the 1870 census residing in Monroe Co Ar.born 1844. In Tn.Some of his relatives (information from my dad and his sibling.) were Alexander Hendrix (brother) born 1840 Virginia. William Anderson ((Brother). Also Rose and Emerson Watson(not sure of relationship).Also I am researching my grandmother Elizabeth/ Lizabeth who first appeared on the 1880 census married to Rolly with 3 children(one was my dad).Some of Elizabeth's relatives were Laura-Bell Dismukes /dismk (half sister) mulatto,(1900 census ) age14 residing in the household of Beckey Thornton(Rebecca Dismukes).Rebecca's father was
Riley Dismukes(1880 census Gibson CoTn.-1900 census Phillips Co. Arkansas ) .Riley and Rebecca was said to be Elizabeth's cousins.Another person of interest Elizabeth Dismukes Mulatto 16 residing in the household of Elizabeth Dismukes(widow) of Paul Dismukes((1870 census Davidson Co Tn.)was this my gmother?Who was her parent.

Dismukes and Rebecca/Beckey Thornton (cousin)

Re: African Americans sir-name Hendrix/Hendrick

lapearl38 — 2013-01-13 23:06:31Z

Re: African Americans sir-name Hendrix/Hendrick

deejohnson555 — 2013-01-13 08:12:48Z

Hi. I checked from 1870-1940 and the only person I was able to trace from 1880 was Emerson Watson. I tried all variations of the name Innis Hendricks and the only person who came close was an Innis Hendricks in St. Thomas, Virgin Islands. He was born in 1878, but the records claim he was born there, not Arkansas. I was unable to find the Watson family on the 1870. Based on the place of birth for the oldest son, I starting checking in Tennessee, but I couldn't find him or the rest of the family in Tennessee or Arkansas. In my research I've not been able to find many former slave families on the 1870 because many freed slaves were afraid to participate in the census for fear of being reenslaved. I am so sorry, but I will definitely let you know if I find him. Take care, Denise

Slave holders in Arkansas.

lapearl38 — 2013-01-12 21:14:42Z

I am researching slaves that were brought from Tennessee to Turner Arkansas Post Office and auction to the highest bidder I Was told that some of my ancestors was bought by a man sir name Mayo. How can I research slave owners in Monroe Co Arkansas . Any help will be appreciated. Thanks

African Americans Roberts

lapearl38 — 2013-01-12 04:14:57Z

I am looking for the family of Roena Roberts born abt 1908 Phillips Co Arkansas father Thornton Roberts.siblings Maricha,Emma,Elmira and Rebecca.

African Americans sir-name Hendrix/Hendrick

lapearl38 — 2013-01-12 04:00:19Z

Do anyone have information on Innius Hendrick who is listed on the 1880 census Phillips co Arkansas age2 residing. In the household of Rose Watson.I cannot find him on any other census what happen to him?Who was his parents? Please help

African Americans sir-name Dismukes.

lapearl38 — 2013-01-12 03:42:29Z

I am researching the Families of the listed names any information will be appreciated
Minnie Dismukes born in Arkansas abt.1880 husband Emerson Watson. Elmira Dismukes born abt.1847 in Tn resided in Ar.1880-1910 husband Riley Dismukes,daughterRebecca born1879.Sons walter and Anderson
Thanks

Re: African Americans sir-name Hendrix/Hendricks

deejohnson555 — 2013-01-09 22:08:16Z

There were quite a few MAY and HENDRICKS/HENDRIX families in Howard and Hempstead Counties, AR from 1870-1940. You can find them by searching those census records.

Good luck,
Denise

Re: Tennessee African American Griots- TN Black Genealogy website

lapearl38 — 2013-01-09 03:14:49Z

Hi Amy ,on the 1870 census Davidson co.Tn there mulatto girl Elizabeth Dismukes age 16 residing in the household of Elizabeth Dismukes widow of Paul Dismukes .I think she was my grandmother. Will you please research this Elizabeth. On the 1880 census my grandmother elizabeth appears married to my my grandfather Rolly Hendrick /Hendrix living in Phillips co. Arkansas. I am trying to establish if this is the same Elizabeth . I was told that my grand mother maiden name was Dismukes . Please help.

African Americans sir-name Hendrix/Hendricks

lapearl38 — 2013-01-07 14:09:19Z

I am researching African Americans Ancestries sir/name Hendrix/ Hendrick who were Rutherford Co Tn. Slaves and were living in Monroe/Phillips Co. Arkansas in 1870.

Dismukes

lapearl38 — 2013-01-07 13:51:06Z

I am looking for information on African American sir-name Dismukes or Mays who lived in Davidson or Gibson Co.Tn.and migrated to Phillips Co.Ar between 1880 and 1900.

Re: Paynes in Robertson County, Tenn

mizzjorga — 2013-01-04 18:59:12Z

My grandmother was from Robertson County, Tenn and listed in one of the census as Willie G Payne with a brother named Nelson. Her parents were Dave and Callie Payne. I'd like to her more about your family because it sounds as if we are in the same family.

Re: TRYING TO FIND MOMS BIRTHCERTIFICATE

senior333 — 2012-12-12 00:51:22Z

try tennessee death records

Re: Tennessee African American Griots- TN Black Genealogy website

davidaforde — 2012-10-17 02:51:09Z

Hello,
What is the new URL for your site.

Thanks,

Re: Nathan Mitchel

felicia5 — 2012-09-27 19:33:54Z

Thank you for this information on Luther Mitchell. This is very helpful. It's funny how Dephia's last name is spelled different. I am still searching for her background.

Mr. Givan Griffea - b. Lauderdale County - Ripley Tennessee

Contribution — 2012-09-18 12:39:44Z

MANSFIELD, Ohio: Elder Givan Griffea, 96, of 507 Bryden Rd., died Sunday, September 16, 2012 in MedCentral Mansfield Hospital.

Givan Griffea was born on Friday, September 8, 1916 to the late Isaac and Annie Searcy Griffea in Ripley, Tennessee and had lived in Mansfield, Ohio the past 60 years.
He was an employee of the Mansfield CPC/GM Plant retiring in 1978 after 32 years of service.
He was a member of Maddox Memorial COGIC prior to becoming the founder and pastor of his own church the Jesus Of Nazareth COGIC beginning his ministry April 4, 1980.

Elder Griffea remained the pastor of the church until 2008. During his tenure at the church he also served as District Superintendent of the Mansfield-Marion District Church Of God In Christ.

Givan is survived by his wife Gloria Elizabeth (Trammell) Griffea; 2 daughters: Rayvonne (William) Brown, Mansfield, Ohio, Rev.Teresa Rembert, Columbus, Ohio, 4 grandchildren: Dante' and Terence Rembert, Michael Griffea, and Gwen Brown; 2 great grandchildren Mytez, Trinitee Rembert; and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.

In addition to his parents his 2 Sisters; 1 Brother; and a special cousin Aldophan Griffea preceded Givan in death.

Friends may call Friday after 2 p.m. in the New Jerusalem Progressive C.O.G.I.C. where the family will receive friends from 6-8 p.m.
Homegoing services will be held Saturday at 10:00 am at the church with Elder David Dennis officiating.
Interment will be in Mansfield Memorial Park Cemetery.

Online condolences may be left at www.williamsfuneralservices.com.

Published in the News Journal on September 18, 2012 .

Richland County, Ohio

Re: Nathan Mitchel

mebateman1 — 2012-09-14 17:50:03Z

1900 TN Maury Co
this family listed as Black
Mitchel Nathan head Jun 1849 50 married 23yrs TN
Mitchel D A wife Mar 1863 37 married 23yrs 12 born 10 living TN
Wm Mitchel son Dec 1879 20 TN
Wm Sam son Mar 1881 19
plus others down to Chester

TN State Marriages
Nathan Mitchel to Delfa Boddie 9 Jan 1878 Marshall Co TN

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TN Death Records
Luther Mitchell
d. 27 Mar 1933 in Nashville Davidson TN
colored age 41 b. 1892 TN
father Nathan Mitchell b. TN
mother Delphia Body b. TN

Re: African-American Rollins Family from Orange Co., VA to Giles County, TN

jane_gilbert — 2012-09-11 02:33:11Z

I hope so too. I'm sure this info can be tough to find.

I did some searching on Ancestry and may have come across a couple of them. Can't be sure, though.

Daniel Rollins may be in Knox Co., Indiana in the 1850 census. (age: 38, race: black, born: Virginia)

Reuben Rollins may be in Winnebago Co., Wisconsin in 1860 (age: 41, race: mulatto, born: Virginia)

Re: African-American Rollins Family from Orange Co., VA to Giles County, TN

jlaverne3111 — 2012-09-10 21:35:36Z

This is very important. I hope someone will be able to connect this information to their family.

Mary Lee Williams - Dau. of Burrell Spicer and Roberta Boyd (Ralston)

Contribution — 2012-08-19 00:38:25Z

Mary Lee
Williams
Mary she was a native of Lorain, Ohio for 71 years, lived in Long Beach, California for 21 years to be next to daughter Diane and grandson DeLorean Williams. Mary lived a holy life God fearing life, where she was filled with the Holy Ghost at an early age at Elder Noels COGIC in Lorain Ohio, where she served as the church pianist and choir director. She later was called to New Bethel Primitive Baptist, where Mary as President for the Pastors Aide Auxiliary, Secretary of the Ushers Board, Sunday School, founder of the Widows Mite, Promoter of several gospel artists including the "Seven Travelers, Mighty Clouds of Joy, Five Blind Boys of Alabama, The Staple Singers" Mary is the most sought after "Mistress of Ceremony" due to her charismatic personality, and love for God's people. Mary was a professional business women, she owned "Mary's Soul Food" on Broadway in Lorain, Ohio and "Mary's Place" on Dunton Road, Lorain Ohio.
Mary had a love for cooking and entertaining her guests for any occasion or just because.
Mary was also, known as the favorite Head Start teacher for many years, her love for disadvantaged children was her true passion.
Many times children would beg to follow her home, on many occasions there were children in the Williams household. Mary Williams was known for her huge fundraising events, she raised over 500k thru out her service to the Lord.
She was very creative in that she created a money hat, made of currency, five, ten and twenty dollar bills, also, with matching money handkerchiefs and scarves all made of currency. Mary later was lead to Bethlehem Temple, Los Angeles, Ca, Bishop Smith (where she was baptized in JESUS NAME by Pastor Gentry Richardson) Greater Bethany, Los Angeles Pastor Bishop Mc Murray, Praise Temple, Long Beach, California Elder Bruce Riley…Mary's final service to the Lord was at Peace Apostolic Church in Carson, California Suffragan Bishop Howard A. Swancy. While serving at Bethlehem Temple of Los Angeles, Bishop Smith gave Mary the official title of "Mother Mary Williams from then on she would be recognized with honor as such.
Mary was also favored by the late sister Cynthia Swancy, whom honored "Mother Williams' by appointing her to be seated on the Swancy Family Mother accepted her position with honor and humility; she was seated next to the center aisle! (Mother remain in her seat of honor till illness) This gave easy access for Mother Williams to dance in the aisle, which served as her "Holy Ghost" dance floor! Mother Williams was one of the original praise dancers, as referenced" "When the spirit of the Lord comes upon my heart, I will dance like David danced" Mother would enter into the Kingdom shouting, with a loud scream, and dance all the way down the aisle to her appointed seat.
Mother attended many retreats both International and domestic. She was loved by all whom met her.
Mother Williams was very thoughtful, she never forgot a birthday or holiday, you would never received an empty card of no kind; she was so charitable, until she would give her last! Just to bring joy to someone else.
She served as missionary in the many hospital and homes without pay.
She was most happy BBQ in the park or on the ocean, as well as entertaining in her home on a regular basis.
Her Career: Nurse for over 25 years, Cook for over 50 years. Last employer was Bright Future Foster Family Agency, Owner Pastor William Hill (First United Methodist Church) retired. Mother Williams was the favorite cook and grandmoma to over 50 foster boys.
Mary hobbies were collected over 200 elephant figurines, sewing, fashion coordinator, reading, feeding the birds, interior decorating, TBD volunteers and Veteran Foreign Wars.

She is survived by her daughter Mary Diane Williams, grandson DeLorean Williams, sister Josephine Donald, Lorain, Ohio; a host of many other great grandchildren and God children as well as extended family members.

She was preceded in death by her parents Burrell Spicer and Roberta Boyd (Ralston) both of Waverly, Tennessee; only son Howard Lee Droney; one sister Almetrice Bailey, Nashville, Tennessee.
.Published in The Morning Journal on August 18, 2012

Humphreys

Re: Billy Clark

wcarson55 — 2012-05-24 02:25:55Z

You need to provide more information.. D.O.B, parents names etc...

Willie Avo Mills

JamesGwynn28 — 2012-05-23 14:03:13Z

Looking for any person(s) related to Willie Avo Mills. Her Children were Charles Brown Jr and Anette Brown. Anette was in the state of Ohio the last I heard and Charles was in Missouri. My relation to them is through their mother whowas Willir Avo. Her mother was my Grandfather's sister. Any information would be highly appreciated. James Gwynn aka Knobby Gwynn

Billy Clark

ta1766 — 2012-05-23 00:54:02Z

I am looking for information on Billy Clark from Ripley, TN he is my father. I am wanting to know more about him. I didn't know him very well and would like it if someone can get some info.

Re: Paynes in Robertson County, Tenn

x_man37148 — 2012-04-24 02:43:56Z

No problem!

Re: Paynes in Robertson County, Tenn

s11payne — 2012-04-08 23:49:48Z

Yes, thank you.

Re: Paynes in Robertson County, Tenn

x_man37148 — 2012-04-08 12:41:07Z

I was just looking up some of that info. My gg grandmother was Mary Alice Payne from robertson tn. Her father was Solomon and Ella Payne. Solomon's father was Nelson and Louisa Payne. My g grandmother was Bessie lou Holder (West) daughter of Dave West and Mary Alice Payne. Hope this helps.

Parks Family in Convington

ynot69sam — 2012-03-17 03:57:53Z

I am searching for relatives of Bud Parks from around Convington TN. He had a son named Hurley Parks who moved to Memphis around 1920 or so.