MORGAN COUNTY, ALABAMA
SHAKING YOUR FAMILY TREE: QUERIES 2000
I invite you to enter a query for your Morgan County ancestors but because of our limited space, please limit to only Morgan County ancestors. If you aren't sure what part of Alabama your relative was born, died or resided in, might I suggest checking the Alabama Federal Census Index, usually located at your local library or Historical Society or Genealogical Society for the time frames before and after the one you think they would be in. Enter your query information exactly as you want it to appear including the name of the county in case of misdirection with one exception, please enter the surnames in capital letters. Every effort will be made to post your queries as soon as possible.
Once the queries have been archived for a year, I do not pull them back into my computer.
So if you change your email address please send me a new query.
To submit a query email Kathy
The Morgan County Surnames page serves as a name index to the queries. Surnames 1999
Joyce S. Jones
9/22/2000 12:30:16 PM
LOWERY/KENT
I am looking for the family of my great-grandmother Martha ("Mattie") LOWERY, b. Dec. 1867 in Morgan County, AL; d. Sep 11, 1906 in Morgan County; m. George J. KENT, b. June 1857 in GA; d. Feb 1923 in Morgan County. Would like to know who Martha's parents were. Any help appreciated. My mailing address is: 332 Loring Lane, Peachtree City, GA 30269
Susan Collier
9/03/2000 11:54:27 PM
PRIDE
I am researching the PRIDE family lineage. I know very little except that my mother's step father was Robert Lawrence PRIDE and he was b. about 1889 (place unk.) and died in 1928 (AL). He is buried in Union Cemetery, near Georgiana, Butler Co., AL. He had a sister named "EMILY" Pride and a first wife named LILY or LILLIE Pride, in the area of Huntsville, AL. Oral information is that he may be a descendant of BURTON PRIDE b. in 1758 and died on 26 May 1835 in Morgan Co., AL. Burton's parents were Thomas Pride and (unk) WILSEY or WOOLSEY. Children of the union were: Burton b. about 1758; Woolsey b. about 1760; William b. about 1762 and Thomas b. about 1765. Any information appreciated. *lines of descendancy of Robert Lawrence Pride and Ada Rebecca PATRICK Gipson are: Register;Duncan;Crumpton and many others. Lots to share!
Lucille Adkins
8/27/2000 6:06:18 PM
SMITH
Looking for any information on my great-grandfather, Sam Allen Smith, born in Decatur, Morgan County in the 1850s. He would later marry Ada Stanford in Robertson County Texas.
Mary B Gibson
8/25/2000 11:26:30 AM
HALSEY/SNEED
I am looking for information on descendants of Samuel Luther and Martha Sneed Halsey. I have been told that Mr. Halsey was a merchant in New Decatur, AL and that he had been born near Huntsville, AL. This couple had four children 1) Susan Sneed Halsey m. William Moseley Jr. 2) John Fredrick Halsey 3)Sammie Mattie Halsey m. Luther G. Hall 4) Katie B. Halsey m. Edgar S. Ballentine. These children were born around the 1860s. I descend from Katie B. Halsey Ballentine and at the time of her marriage she lived in Trinity, AL. I have very little information on her and wanted to locate descendants of her siblings to perhaps fill in some gaps. I do have a photo of Dorothy Halsey marked "alias Dollie" and addressed to "Aunt Katie". Can you help please?
Wayne D. Brown
8/20/2000 10:22:08 PM
HUDSON
Looking for decendents of Alexander Hudson b 1860, Morgan Co. Al. and James L. Hudson Jr. b 1862, Falkville, Morgan Co. Al. Parents were James L. Hudson and Jane W. ?. Children are Melvina, Salina, Lavona, Alexander and James L. Jr.
8/13/2000 1:27:25 AM
JOHNSON/VINCENT
Looking for information on James W. JOHNSON born July 1873 in MS. he was in Jefferson Co AL in the 1880 census, in the household with his mother. Zamer SEWELL JOHNSON. and siblings,Stephen M. , Sophronia, Joseph E. and Robert E. James W. JOHNSON married Mary E. VINCENT in Morgan Co in 1891. They lived in the Lawrence Cove area of Morgan County until about 1918, then family moved to Calhoun Co. AL outside Anniston. There was also a Thomas Newton JOHNSON who moved from Jefferson Co to Morgan County. Thomas N. JOHNSON was born 1849 in Rockingham Co NC and moved to Rome, GA about 1850. Then moved to Jefferson Co AL about 1867. I am trying to see if I can document a link between these two lines.
Frank Fortenberry
8/09/2000 9:38:16 PM
HUGHES
I was wondering if anyone new anything about the Hughes family tree in Morgan county , AL great grandfather's name is Leon Hughes.
Larry Morton
8/09/2000 4:25:17 PM
HARRIS/CALVERT/WRIGHT
looking for marriage license-date of marriage, parents names etc; of james constantine harris born 1834,oct 31, and sarah eliza calvert 1838,in morgan or madison, al. ALSO LOOKING FOR FAMILY OF ROBERT WRIGHT SR
Les Varner
8/08/2000 11:33:33 AM
POPE/CAMPBELL
I am searching for the parents and the family of Francis E. POPE of Morgan Co., AL.; b. Aug. 1819 in AL, d. March 1912 in TX My 2nd great grandmother was Francis POPE CAMPBELL ENGLISH . She married David S. CAMPBELL in Morgan Co. AL in 1839. They along with the James CAMPBELL Jr. family in 1840 migrated to the Republic of Texas. The 1860 census of Lamar Co., TX has A. E. and M. C. POPE and their children W. E. and J. C. living with Francis (David died in 1850). I believe the A.E. POPE family is the same one that is listed in the 1850 Morgan Co., AL Census in #171-171 on p250a &251a. I visited the graves of A.E. and M. C. POPE (the wife is not the same as the one listed as Mary in the 1850 Census) in Collins Co. TX last week. They are buried next to Francis POPE CAMPBELL's oldest daughter, Sarah CAMPBELL WILLIAMS.
Barbara Vernon
8/06/2000 7:57:40 PM
ECHOLS/HODGES
Looking for parents of Dorothy (Dorthea) Hodges who married Dr. George Moore Echols10 June 1830 in Morgan Co., AL. George was the brother of Samuel W. Echols and the son of James Echols and Nancy Winbush. George and Dorothy moved to Cass Co., TX about 1850.
Judi Love
8/02/2000 6:35:37 PM
RUSSELL
Does anyone have info on the A. RUSSELL listed on the 1840 Morgan Co. Alabama census? I've traced my RUSSELL line back to Alda RUSSELL on the 1850 census in Franklin Co., AR. At least three, and perhaps more, of his children were born in Alabama in 1831, 1832 and 1835. (They were 19, 18, and 15 on the 1850 census, so any older children had probably already left home.) I'd appreciate any answers regarding the Morgan Co. "A. RUSSELL" even if it means he isn't our Alda RUSSELL.
Rich Reed
7/31/2000 10:05:28 PM
PRIVETT/ROPER
I am looking for information on the parents or siblings of Albert Kim Roper b. Dalton GA, 1862 and d. Bennington OK, 1923; who married Minnie NoDella Privett in Decatur, Morgan County, AL 31 Mar 1892 and later migrated to Texas and then OK. His father may have been also named Albert and may have married three or more times. His known siblings are brothers Ike, Babe, and Steve, and a sister, Nettie. I have no further information on any of these individuals. Any information would be appreciated.
Diane Butler
7/31/2000 10:39:28 AM
ALLISON
Searching for siblings and Allison grandparents of Richard Booker Allison (17 Dec 1808-17 Dec 1883), son of Joseph B. and Catherine Unknown Allison of Virginia. Richard Booker was married to Sarah W. Cobbs (28 March 1814-May 1887), daughter of William T. and Mary Key Cobbs. Richard and Sarah Allison were Morgan Co. residents from about 1850 until their deaths. Have extensive descendant information to share. (Researching Allison, Johnson, Key, Cobbs, Craig, Smith, Herrin, Walker, Owens, LaPrade...)
Kathy/MI
7/31/2000 8:34:35 AM
RYLAND
Seeking any and all info on ANY RYLAND family connections. My ancestor, Nelson RYLAND, married Bethina HART in 1841 in Lacon/Falkville, Morgan Co. They had approx. 11 children, only two of them boys.Other related families include, FRANCIS, LEE, CAUDLE, WILLIAMS, BRADFORD, MORRIS, JONES, JOHNSON, COLLUM, HART, ALLEN, BURK, O'NEAL, COOK, ABERNATHY.
Joanna
7/20/2000 10:53:01 PM
ELAM/NESBITT/RAINEY
i am looking for any of my relatives who lived in Decatur, Al. are around the Morgan County area. My grandmother was Mary Lou Elam and she married a Clifton Calvin Nesbitt.Married him in Biringham,Al on april 13,1908. I know they left some relatives there .She had a brother name. Arthur Elam and a half brother name Sam or Lewis.Also my gfather had people there,Etta Fair ,Lyida Rainey her brother Will Rainey.If any one can help me I would truly appreciate it thank you ,Joanna
Tim L. Daugherty
7/10/2000 10:37:58 PM
BAIN/NEILL
Seeking information on a John Oates Neill who married Mary Elizabeth Bain. John Oates Neill was born between 1830 and 1835.
Rose Parks
7/10/2000 3:32:00 PM
Looking for any additional information on the WIGGINS Family in Morgan
County. Have a lot but am trying to fill in the blanks. Especially looking for any information on Jesse WIGGINS who married Sarah JOHNSON and moved to Cherokee Co.Texas for a time. Where did he disappear? Also looking for any information about the connected LASSITER Family, Jacob and Isom who lived in Morgan Co. and listed on census 1830-1840. I have put the information I have on this website and hope you can help me add to it.
Michael Pam and Samantha
07/05/2000 7:48:29 PM
MILLWEE/HOUSTON/HOLBROOK
I am looking for information on Millwee, John Hudgins, born March 12, 1784 in 96th Dist. South Carolina. Hi died June 10, 1819 in Morgan Counth, Alabama. He was married to Elizabeth Houston. Had a son named John Wesley Millwee, married to Therina Holbrook ?
Ann MacKinnon
07/03/2000 11:19:57 PM
BREEDEN/BREEDING
Interested in any Breeding/Breeden in early Morgan Co.
Richard L, Jackson
07/02/2000 11:03:47 AM
JACKSON
I am trying to find ANY information on William Hampton (Hamp) Jackson and his parents or brother Charlie.This is all I know. Hamp was born in Hartselle either in 1871 or 1877 depending on whether your looking at his death certificate or tombstone.I dont know what happened to his parents or his brother Charlie. Hamps Uncle John and Aunt Ellen Jackson took him in and around 1898 to 1905 they brought him to Red River Co. Tx. He first married Loduska Bennett who died in 1918 and then married my grandmother Mina Selina Bryson.Hamp died 1942 in Red River Co. Tx.and is buried at the Knights of Honor cemetary in Blossom, Lamar co. Tx. I was wondering if someone in Hartselle could check the 1880 or 1900 census for me to see if Hamp is Listed.
(Wanda Gant
06/27/2000 10:45:02
MUNCY
Amanda Caroline9 Muncy had a sister Rachel Muncy born 1835 ALABAMA and it could be in Morgan county. ANY MUNCY info wanted.
Sharon Nottingham
Mon Apr 10 10:51:50 2000
CONWAY
I am looking for the parents/ancestors of William Jackson Conway b. Dec. 11, 1825 in Falkville, Morgan County, Alabama. He died March 11, 1882 in Johnson County, AR. The only information I have on his is that he had a cripple arm from a threshing accident when he was young and that he went via wagon-train to Johnson County, AR, to be the school teacher. He is my 2 great grandfather. 20492 E. Murrell Rd. Tahlequah, OK 74464
Sandra Johnson
Sat Apr 8 15:56:22 2000
ORR/TURNEY
Researching Orr and Turney Families in Morgan County. Dansville Area.
BRENDA JACKSON MAHAN
Sat Apr 8 13:31:00 2000
JACKSON
I AM LOOKING FOR INFORMATION ON MY GREATGRANDFATHER
W.G.JACKSON BORN IN DECATUR AL.IN 1835 AND MOVED TO INDENPENCE
COUNTY AR. IN 1855. ONE OF HIS SONS WAS LOU ALLEN JACKSON, MY GRANDFATHER. I THINK HE MARRIED A SUSAN CUNNINGHAM,I THINK FROM ARKANSAS. 1227 JENNY LANE MALVERN, AR. 72104
jean curtis
Thu Apr 6 18:09:20 2000
SIMS/GRADY
Desperately need information on Grady Sims
who had a brother named Otto. They were from the Decatur area and their parents were possibly Bernice O. Sims and Edna Grady. Need information on this family because a descendant has a neurological condition that is possibly inherited. Thanks for any help. They had some family in Lincoln County, Tennessee.
JAMES E CLARK
Sat Apr 1 19:52:47 2000
CLARK
Looking for info on the CLARKS of Lawerence and Morgan Co, Ala. Do they connect. William Clark who died in Morgan Co @1840 had a son Thomas Clark who I think who lived in Lawerence Co, Ala-----Was he married more than one time----Did he have a son Joseph Clark who married Susannah Norwood about 1828-9. Need info on this marriage
Jerry Dennis
Thu Mar 30 20:33:17 2000
DENNIS/LEWIS/WHITE/CROW/PETITT
William Dennis and Ruth Pettit moved to Morgan Co, AL, ca 1840. Two of their sons, Granville and Almarine, married sisters, Mildreth Ann and Mary Jane Lewis, between 1844 and 1845. Granville remained with his family in Morgan County, until the start of the Civil War, and left there in 1860-1861, before the city of Decatur was destroyed by Union troops. William Burton White married Marah Elvira Sarah Elizabeth Crow in 1878 in Morgan Co, AL. He was an Irish Baptist Preacher who apparently was a circuit rider in the Parish. One of their children, Sarah Elizabeth White, married one of Granville Dennis' sons, Joseph Chesley Dennis, in Union County, Arkansas. Willam Burton White, following the death of his wife, Marah, remarried to Sarah Elin Dennis, the older sister of Joseph Chesley Dennis. Sarah then became both the mother-in-law and sister-in- law of Sarah Elizabeth White Dennis (1897). PO Box 81723 Albuquerque, NM 87198-1723
Frieda Glenn Bennett
Thu Mar 30 15:35:14 2000
BREEDING/AMERSON
I am looking for information about NANCY BREEDING who married JOHN GILMORE AMERSON (AMASON-AMESON-AMISON-AMASON) on 23 September 1857. by Benjamin SANDING J.P. Soon after the marriage John and Nancy moved to Marion Co., Ala. They are shown on the 1860 Census with thier sons John Bridlow (?) and Benjamin Gilmore. John and Nancy died durning the war. My G Grandfather Amos Y. Amerson became thier guardian on September 1865. Elizabeth McDonald Amerson became thier guardian in
Morgan Co., on Nov. 16, 1866. John owned land in Morgan Co., and it was sold in Township 6 South Range 5 North east 1/4 He purchased the land in 1854 The land was sold in late 1860's.1508 Shaver Way Placentia, CA 92870
Younnie Wingate
Mon Mar 27 19:33:24 2000
BROWN/MILLICAN/MILLIGAN
Researching family of John Lee BROWN b. 1875 married to Annie Frances WEBB b. 1898?, 8 children, first wife Martha ? 2 children Coleman and Gertie. John Lee brothers, Aurther Asberry b. 1879 married to Rocky Holmes, Calvin Brown b. 1878 married to Annie Milligan, Minus b. 1873 married to Leafie, sisters Anner b. 1883 married to Henry Holmes and Sarah Jane b. 1869 married to Holmes, Corley, Tucker, Milligan, Smith and a Rooker. John Lee Brown lived in Morgan Cty. with his family during the 1920's to 1930's not sure of the dates. Any information would be greatly appreicated.
Joan Ellis
Sun Mar 26 07:43:15 2000
WESTON/HODGE
Looking for my ggg grandmother
and her husband Her name was Elizabeth Julia HOdge who was born in VA. Her father was rumored to be Hugh Hodge, SHe married a WESTON pre 1826 as she has a child Moses Riley Weston born in 1826 in Morgan county,AL. She also had a daughter pre her marriage to a Weston named Lydia Hodge. They came to Blount county, AL by the 1840's.
Aline Jones
Tue Mar 21 13:46:50 2000
VANN
Looking for information on Edward Vann, m. to Mary?
They had a son Willie Franklin b. 4-22-1852, m. Sarah E. ?? 9- 4-1876. Sarah was b.9-28-1853. Children: Mary E. b.8-27-1874, Edward Decator b.1-7-1881, Sarah Willie (Called Lelia) b. 7-11-1881. Do not know if Edward & Mary had anymore children or not. Edward Decator was born in Decator, Ala. Any information will be appreciated. Aline
Lloyd K. Corley
Wed Mar 15 09:39:46 2000
CORLEY
Does anyone have any information about Hollis
Marion Corley I have information that he was born in Falkville, Morgan County on May 10, 1836. I am looking for information about his father George Henry Corley. Hollis' mother was Elizabeth Hudson. If you can help I will be very
thankful.
Mary B. Gibson
Tue Mar 14 11:37:43 2000
HALSEY/BALLENTINE
Looking for info on family of Katie Halsey (1869-1899); She was married to Edgar S. Ballentine and marriage certificate lists residence at Trinity. She died in Van Buren, AR and is buried in Decatur City Cemetery. Would like info on parents and siblings. Have photo of a niece named Dollie Halsey. 610 Three Oaks Road Seguin, Texas 78155
F C Young
Sun Mar 12 19:22:26 2000
SIMS/GRADY
Bernice Otto Sims married Edna Grady in 1906
in Morgan County. Desperately need onfo on this family, particularly their son
Grady Sims. We have a genetic neurological problem which we are having
difficulty with. Any information on this family would be most helpful. Thanks. F
Young
Jack A. Weems
Sun Mar 12 12:30:24 2000
HIGDON
I am looking for Thomas HIGDON born 1808 and died
1885 in April in Morgan County, Alabama. His wife was Elizabeth (?) HIGDON born 1804 and she died June 1893. He was 77 years 6 months She was 88 years, 7 months, and 19 days old. I was told they were buried in Shiloh Cemetery. His son John HIGDON was born 1844 & wife Margaret was born 1840(BODLEY) HIGDON resided in Morgan CO., AL. I am a descendant of the son of John & Margaret (BODLEY) HIGDON. Their son Simon Joe Sar HIGDON moved from Morgan CO., to Cullman County, Al. and later passed away there. Is any one out there working on my line. Will share what I know. I was born in Hanceville, Cullman Co., Al. God Bless & Keep On Trackin' Jack Weems Do not know if they died there in that county. Would assume so.
Kenny Williams
Fri Mar 10 13:30:46 2000
GARLAND/BARNETT
Looking for info on Ambus/Ambrose Garland born abt 1811 in KY; married Elizabeth Barnett 27 Oct 1834 in Morgan Co., AL. By 1850 census the family was in Marshall Co., AL. Childrens names in 1850 census very hard to read but here goes: 1. Amanda 2. Ransome 3. Saffrona 4. John H. 5. McLarsen 6. Lucinda All children born in AL. I've been told that Ambrose/Ambus was Cherokee but have doubts. He doesn't show up on any of the rolls.
Sherri Shoemaker Foster
Mon Mar 6 09:45:39 2000
SHOEMAKER
I am looking for information on my grandfather
Elba B. SHOEMAKER and his first wife and children who were married in Morgan Co. in the early 1900's. Her name is Alice L. Butler Shoemaker. Thank you for your help! Sherri 200 Circle Drive Derby Kansas 67037
Joyce Morris- Hammer
Fri Mar 3 20:43:50 2000
RIVERS
Sarah E. RIVERS was born in Morgan County alabama 26 Dec 1846. Her family moved to Howard Co. Ar where she married my great grandfather, James F. Gowan. She was from a large family. Her parents were Matthew Riley Rivers, born 1786 in Chesterfield, SC, and Elizabeth (Betsey) York. Any infornation on this family would be appreciated. Thank You. 456 Ridgeway Road DeQueen, AAR 7771832
Jimmie Sue Page
Wed Mar 1 12:12:48 2000
TAYLOR/FROST/ODEN
Listed in the 1830 Morgan County census are: Edward, Snowing,
and William Frost, Hez, John, and Thomas Oden, I am interested in any
information on these families. Also I am looking for information on Simeon
Taylor b. ca. 1848 in Morgan County. These families, at least some of them,
moved to Winston, Walker, and Fayette County, Alabama. I have information to share. Thank you in advance for any help.
Mildred Freeney-Hilton
Sun Feb 27 22:17:47 2000
FREENEY
I am trying to find information about Bennis
Freeney born 9/22/12 in Decatur, Alabama. Father's name Luther Freeney and
Mother's name Susie Franklin Freeney 1223 S. Yosemite Way, #68 Denver, CO 80231
Troy W. Rogers
Fri Feb 25 14:04:35 2000
CROSS/JOHNSON
I am looking for any descendants of Dr.
Ben F. Cross and Emma D. Johnson Cross. They married in Decatur in 1862 and lived there with their children until Dr. Cross died in 1895. Their children
were Frances (Fanny, 1868); Elizabeth (Lizzie, 1869); Martha (Mattie, 1870; Ben (Ben F. Jr.?, 1874); Thomas Christopher (1876), Harriet (Hattie, 1879); and Shady (Shadwick?). Shady may have been a Downs Syndrome child. I am also interested in the James P. Johnson family as listed on the 1850 census. James was a clerk and the father of Emma G. Cross.727 Henderson Street Sumter, SC 29150
William Gammon
Mon Feb 21 16:10:38 2000
WILHITE
Seeking any information on Jack W. Wilhite b 1860 Morgan Co, Jackson W. Wilhite homesteaded in Cullman, William Prentice Wilhite b 1897 Morgan Co. Need to tie these Wilhites to Germanna immigrants.
Sheryl Stevens
Mon Feb 21 11:12:25 2000
STEWART
My mother Margarete Louise Stewart was born in
Decatur, Alabama. Her Mothers Name is Sarah Louise Satterfield, Fathers name is Roosevelt McKinley Stewart. Looking for the parents relatives or my mothers cousins etc. My fathers name is Robert Marshall Barnes, Jr. Also, I am trying to trace our indian heritage. We have Cherokee and Choctaw. Thank you in Advance 2960 Barber Creek Rd. Hydesville, Ca. 95547
Perry L. Evans
Sun Feb 20 20:21:38 2000
HODGES/BURLISON
Hodge / Hodges Family Tree I believe the following Hodge\Hodges Family to
have come from Morgan County, then settled over in Lawrence County, with some of the children staying in Morgan County. One known to have either stayed or returned was a Russel Hodges who is living in a Nursing Home in Decatur as of last report. below is attached is my Hodge family Tree: If anyone knows this family or is connected to this family please get in contact with me, either by e-mail or at the snail mail address 8705 Edgefield Road Baltimore, MD 21234-2809 410-882-9270
Srewart Wallace
Sun Feb 20 13:46:34 2000
WALLACE
Wiliam Anderson Wallace. He married Mary
Elizabeth Turrentine on March 1, 1840 in Trinity, Morgan, AL. His father was
Thomas John Wallace, Jr. mother was Polly McConnell. I would info on them as well.
Billie Rochevot
Fri Feb 18 18:22:09 2000
CULVER/McNEELY
I am trying to find the date of death and location of burial of my ancestors, ICHABOD T. CULVER and MALINDA (McNEELY) CULVER. I last found them in 1880 Morgan Co. This couple was married 1828 Madison Co., AL and had several children. I am more than willing to share info on the CULVER line; unfortunately, I don't have any info on my McNEELY line. Any and all help will be very much appreciated. Please reply to: BRochevot@aol.com. Thanks.
Frank C. Durant
Fri Feb 18 16:08:35 2000
HARDIN/GARRISON/McCANLIS/McANALLY/GARNER
SEARCHING Morgan County, Alabama for 'Surname' of (?) (?) "GARRISON", who may have reared "Margery HARDIN" from 1825 to 1830, when She married under the 'Assumed-name' of "Margara A. GARRISON", to James Madison McCANLIS. Or, Margery's mother, Mary
Elizabeth (GARNER) HARDIN, may have possibly been married to someone named GARRISON from 1825 to 1831, when She married Van McANALLY; their first Child, born in Alabama, March 1, 1832. Margery HARDIN was My GG-Grandmother. ANY Info Ap[preciated!--Frank C. Durant, 1124 Powell Cr., Mesquite, Texas 75149
FRANCES L BREWER
Thu Feb 17 17:23:48 2000
BREWER
Looking for family of Leon Walker Brewer. Thought to be located around Hartselle area. Resided in Rice/Corsicana of Navarro County Texas. He was born in the 1880s and married Radie Wilson Brewer. Have no idea who parents were, only that they were from around Hartselle.
Dale Kilzer
Wed Feb 16 08:47:55 2000
HOKETT/KIRBY/PANNELL
Need help finding ancestors of my grandfather, WILLIAM (WILL) PANNELL. He was born 9/30/1892, Morgan Co., Ala. Moved to Tippah Co., MS. shortly after WWI. Father was WILLIAM JAMES (JIM) PANNELL, mother was SARAH KIRBY. Grandparents: JOHN L. PANNELL & MARY ANDERS; JOSHUA TAYLOR KIRBY & SARAH DELILAH HOKETT. Someone in Decatur area had a picture of Joshua T. Kirby's family on a website, but the site has been removed. Would be very interested in obtaining a copy of this picture. P. O. Box 295 Blue Mt., MS 38610
Demaris Ann Hughes
Tue Feb 15 16:05:42 2000
HUGHES
My ggrandfather, George C. Hughes is listed on the
1860 Morgan County Census with 4 sisters: Nancy, Margaret, Rebecca and
Catherine. Does anyone know where they were before 1860? I have searched
everywhere. Name could be spelled |HUGHS\ tHANKS
Frank Pierce
Tue Feb 15 12:36:43 2000
LOONEY/FRANKLIN
I would like information concerning my Great-Great Grandparents Stephen D. Looney and Mattie H. Franklin. I know that they lived in the Faulkville area of Morgan County; they are buried at Bell Springs Cemetery. They had two daughters, Agnes and Lorraine. Lorraine married Amos Waters; they were my Great Grandparents. Stephen and Mattie Looney also had a son John Looney. Any information on this family would be appreciated. 1528 Pierce Rd. Bessemer, AL 35023
Crystal Smith
Tue Feb 15 02:55:03 2000
SMITH/FINERTY
Trying to locate any information on the Smiths of Cherry Creek in Morgan Co. AL. I do know that my great- great grandfather, Cyrus (or maybe Silas) Smith married Julia Francis Finerty sometime in the 1800's. They had two children, Lenore (believed to have died as a child and buried in Palestine Cemetary) and Walter Clinton (b.April 25, 1878-d.May 25, 1963). THE SMITHS- believe Cyrus had several brothers, one of whom I do know to be named Henry; and I believe one sister. Several of his brothers and he fought in the Civil War, though not on the same sides. I have been told that they were rich plantation owners and owned more slaves than anyone else in the county at
that time. They lived on Cherry Creek. THE FINERTYS- Little is known. I believe Julia was either half or one-fourth Indian. [Walter once recalled sitting on his mother's Dad's knee and he was a big Indian and was chief of the tribe]- And also that she relocated to TN after the death of Cyrus for fear that his family would take her son away from her. This is all I know. If anyone has any info about these families or about the land they owned on Cherry Creek, please let me know. 118 North Court St. Hohenwald, TN 38462
Mary Anne Anderson
Wed Feb 9 20:06:41 2000
COLLIER/BLACKWELL
Looking for William Henry Blackwell,b1776 VA.died1846. Limestone Co. Wife Elizabeth Collier,b.1800 Morgan Co. D.1884 Morgan Co.Al.Did they live in Morgan Co. and then move to Mooresville, Al or live in Mooresville,Al(Limestone Co.)and then she moved back to Morgan Co. after his death. Does anyone know when he left Va. then To Sumpter Co. Ga. and when to Al. Thank you for your help. Mary Anne
Meredith Adams Sheridan
Wed Feb 9 19:50:53 2000
CLARKE/PATE
Jeremiah Pate lived in
Laurence Co, Al and in Morgan Co, Al. He is said to have had a daughter
Elizabeth Ann Pate who married Henderson Clarke. They married in Madison Co, Al in 1819. Can anyone confirm that Elizabeth is the daughter of Jeremiah? Her birthday is 1800. Why would they have married in Madison in 1819 instead of Laurence? 111 S. 4th St, Wilmington, NC 28401
Anita Hinton Ruffatto
Wed Feb 9 11:23:43 2000
HINTON
Hinton, Jones Henry born August 1891 Decatur, Al.
Our family always thought that our grandfather was born in Lauderdale Co., Al
but upon receiving a copy of his death certificate it states that he was born in
Decatur, Al. Found him on the 1900 census in Lauderdale Co. so we assumed he was born there. Anyone with information --please contact me at Anitabug@aol.com His parents were: Lawson Benjamin Hinton and Martha Jane White Hinton.
Amanda
Mon Feb 7 13:31:59 2000
BUFORD
Great Grandparent: Cora & Roy Buford, GG
grandfather: Robert Buford, another relative: Stanfield Bufrod. Morgan County
(Decatur) Alabama.
Jeannie Waldrep
Sat Feb 5 17:58:19 2000
BROWN
I am in search for James Albert Browns parents.
James was born in 1830 died in 1920. He lived a good bit of his life in
Falkville, Al. and is buried at Ebenezer Church Cemetery. Any help would be
greatly appreciated. Thanks. 1616 Woodmont St. Hartselle, Al 35640
Thomas D. Sadler
Sat Feb 5 16:45:57 2000
MORGAN/BROWN
Looking for any information on Zeb
(Zebulon) MORGAN who was married to a James BROWN (female); they had several children, among whom was my grandmother Onie MORGAN. The apparently lived in Morgan County in the early 1900s and possibly a bit before. Any information would be greatly appreciated. Thank you. Thomas D. Sadler 422 W. Maple Avenue. Adrian, MI 49221-1627
Bonnie Ortgiesen
Thu Feb 3 06:54:27 2000
TOWNSEND
My grandfather, Benjamin Forrest Townsend, was born in Decatur, Morgan Co., Alabama on 29 Apr 1875. His father was John Harvey Townsend and his mother was Lucy SHOEMAKER. I know that he went to Texas and then California but I am at a dead-end on researching his line back. Any help
greatly appreciated. 5339 W. 94th Street Los Angeles, CA 90045
Dean Engle
Wed Feb 2 19:30:10 2000
ENGLE
LOOKING FOR INFORMATION ON MY GRAND FATHER JAMES
MONROE ENGLE BORN ABOUT 1875, MARRIED IRA SUITS, SOME CHILDERN WERE, WILLIE S. ENGLE, CURTIS J. ENGLE, JEFF ENGLE, DURA ENGLE. ANY HELP WOULD BE APPRECIATED. EARLY MEMBERS WERE FROM THE MORGAN COUNTY AREA.
Frank C. Durant
Wed Feb 2 19:23:29 2000
McCANLIS/HARDIN/GARRISON/DANCY
"MYSTERY"?-- 'Still Unsolved'! In MORGAN County, Alabama on February 9, 1830, James ?(Madison)? McCANLIS and Margery (HARDIN) walked into the County Clerk's Office and purchased a Marriage License under the 'Assumed-Name' of "Margara A. GARRISON". ?WHY? is the Reason that I still Search?--Did 'Margery's' Mother, Mary Elizabeth (GARNER) HARDIN Re-marry someone by the name of 'GARRISON', after being 'Deserted' in Maury County, Tennessee by Augustine Blackburn "Black" HARDIN, Sr.? Or, was 'Margery' reared-up from age 8 by someone named GARRISON?--The
Couple were married on February 11, 1830 by 'Justice of the Peace', Frank DANCY. Was He the "Justice" in Morgan County; or some other County in Alabama or Tennessee?--Margery McCANLIS ?Hardin-Garrison? was My GG-Grandmother. ANY Info Appreciated! Frank C. Durant, 1124 Powell Circle, Mesquite, Texas 75149
Margaret Murphy
Wed Feb 2 14:54:02 2000
POWELL/ODEN
Looking for anyone researching Jasper Newton
Powell that married Melvina Oden 1862 in Morgon Co.She was the daughter of LewisOden & Rosanna Jenkins
David Hobbs
Tue Feb 1 23:22:20 2000
STOVALL/ORR/SUGG/STONE
Hi I am looking for info on Drury Stovall and Margaret Orr. They were born abt 1800 and lived in Morgan Co. abt. 1830. They had at least two children: 1) Margaret b. 1828 married Harbard Thomas Sugg of Calhoun Co. MS and previously North Carolina. 2) Phillip was also a child but I have no dates for him. This family was in some way related to the Stone family. Any info would be very much appreciated! 1241 E. Jefferson Pike Murfreesboro, TN 37130
Demaris Ann Hughes Johnson
Thu Jan 27 14:44:09 2000
HUGHES/ HUGHS
On the 1860 Morgan County Cenus is my ggrandfather lised with 4 sisters. He is GEORGE C. HUGHES; SISTERS: NANCY, MARGARET, CATHERINE, AND REBECCA. It lists George as 30 years and sisters mostly a little older. Does anyone know where they were BEFORE THEN?? Also can any one
tell me anything about the Hughs family listed on 1850 census Head of House Hold Albert? Thanks..
Linda Crow Jenkins
Thu Jan 27 08:02:01 2000
CROW
My great great grandfather was Dickerson (Dickinson Crow) who was the son of Frances Marian Crow and Elizabeth Matkins, who were married in Morgan County in 1823. We believe Franes father to be father to be Thomas Crow who died in Morgan County 1826, he was born in 1760 but don't know where. 933 Egyptian Way, Grand Prairie, Texas 75050
Michele Brooks
Tue Jan 25 16:19:29 2000
CLARK/WOOD
William Clark b. 1760/70, d. 1830 Morgan Co., AL
married Sarah _____ and had the following children: 1. John 1790 d. 1831m. 1816 Sally Runners 2. Susannah 1792 Alabama, d. bef 1840 married Jarrett Wood Lived Lawrence Co., Arkansas 3. Mary b. 1795/97 TN m. Elbert Kent 1812 lived Tishomingo co., MS 4. Francis b. 1797 TN m. Polly McKinney 22 Jun 1828, m.Betsey Burton 14 Aug 1816 Lived Itawamba co., MS 5. Letha b. 1799 TN d. 1850-53 Larence Co., AL m John McBride 3 Dec 1818 6. Thomas Jefferson b abt 1799 SC of Lawrence Co., AL m Nancy Royer 14 Feb 1832 7. Pleasant b. 1802 TN m. Margaret lived in houston co., TX 8. Nancy Clark b. 1807 AL d. 1887 Grayson Co., TX m. Byrd McDonald 4 Jun 1828 9. James Clark b. abt 1805 10. Malinda Clark m. Robert A Patterson 27 Oct 1825 11. Lucinda b. 1811 AL m. James M. Jones 24 Dec 1832 Would like to correspond with others and find the parents of William and Sarah.
Joel Durham
Fri Jan 21 10:45:53 2000
DURHAM/RYAN
I am looking for any info. on the Durham's & Ryan's that lived in the Morgan County area. Any help would greatly be appreciated.
Wed Jan 19 07:03:00 2000
My father was Hollis Wayne Tapscott, born 1926, deceased 1972, son of Newsome Elijah and Lelia Gladys Tapscott-Cedar Cove. My mother was Dorothy Livingston Tapscott Carter, born 1928 deceased 1999. I have searched many cemeteries and am looking for any information on family. Would love to buy any publication that might be of help. We moved from Morgan Co. in 1966. Deb Tapscott Walls POBox 2404 Florence, Al 35630
Athelia Gibbs
Sat Jan 15 13:48:40 2000
WOODALL
I am trying to connect John & Zephaniah Woodall of Morgan County with my Woodall relatives originating in VA. I know that John & Zephaniah came from Georgia and married VEST sisters. I would like to know where in GA they came from and any other info. I might use to connect them to John Woodall of Goochland Co., VA.
Phillip Morris
Fri Jan 14 14:45:03 2000
HILL
I am looking for any living relatives of Wiley m. HIll. buried at hill cemetary hwy 231 morgan co. His children were MAXIE HILL born 1-7-1878 died 11-19-1920.EPSIE HILL born 3-17-1884 died 12-8-1957.RAYMON HILL born3-1887.WEBSTER HILL born 2-1890.ELIAS M. HILL born10-1891.ELLA FAIR HILL born10-1894.STASHE E. HILL born 12 1898.All of these people are 1900 morgan co.census Wolffs precinct.Wiley is 1 of several lost children of AlFRED BAKER HILL.IF you know of any living family contact web site mildred morris 2975 tallapoosa st. notasulga. ala. 36866
Martha Foster
Thu Jan 13 18:20:13 2000
CLAYTON
I am seeking info on parents and siblings of William W. Clayton who lived in Morgan Co.(Decatur area)in 1864.All the info I have is that he was married to Mary Jane Culver at this time and they had at least one son my grgrandfather James M. Clayton.Any help would be greatly appreciated.
Mark Black
Wed Jan 12 10:56:17 2000
COFFEE/COFFEY/RICE
I am looking for information on a William Joel Coffee(Coffey). He married Elizabeth Ann Moore on January 12, 1848 at Somerville, AL. He is on the census several times, with his birth place being Ala. Elizabeth was born in Tenn., according to the census. I know that he was suppose to have been a blacksmith. He died in Texas in the mid 1880s. If anyone has any information, please contact me. Rt 2 Box 23C Seminole, OK 74868
Robert F. Isbell
Mon Jan 10 13:45:38 2000
ISBELL
I'm looking for info on Columbus O, Isbell, I know he was married to Zurle Isbell Holcomb and had their first child, John Eli Isbell, in Falkville AL. on Oct. 5, 1919. Any info on Columbus or his family would be appreciated. Thanks, Bob 367 Schutt Rd Castle Rock, WA. 98611
John Ryder
Wed Jan 5 16:56:37 2000
RYAN
I am looking for information on John James Ryan and his family. John was born August 11, 1829 in Morgan County. The only decendants I have from him is a Charles Houston Ryan. Any help is be appreciated. John R. Ryder 1318 Birdsong Road Petersburg, Virginia 23805
Linda Miller
Tue Jan 4 19:17:09 2000
HARVEL/PAUL/CRAVEN
Henry Harvel married Alamanda Paul in 1860 in St. Clair Co. & moved to Morgan Co. Children: Julia, James, Deator, Will, Andrew J., Sallie & Ben. Need information on where Henry and Alamanda "Allie" buried? Andrew J. "Jack" married Elizabeth Craven in 1892, also in Morgan Co.
Ray Segrest
Tue Jan 4 09:11:52 2000
SIMPSON/BURT
Looking for any information on Benjamin Simpson or Mary Burt.
Mid 1800's to march of 1962. Mary is believed to be buried at Decatur City
Cemetary. Ben may be too. A list of folks buried at this site may be useful.
Bob Cartee
Mon Jan 3 17:22:07 2000
CARTEE
I am looking for the obituary of Oscar CARTEE who died in Decatur,Morgan Co. AL. on 22 Feb 1997. Does the Decatur Public Library have an e-mail address where I could access the newspaper files for obituaries. If not what is their address. Your help will be appreciated. Thanks, Bob Cartee,PO Box 17322, Spartanburg,SC 29301. PO Box 17322, Spartanburg, SC 29301
Bill Moyers
Wed Dec 29 09:23:25 1999
MOYERS
Looking any info on Robert Moyers - Born in Morgan County in the late 1880's or early 1890's - Married Wille Jacobs from Lincoln County TN, had a daughter born in Morgan County 9 Sept 1922, Frances Moyers Smith. After 1922 I have no more infor on my grandfater. I know he never moved to TN when my grandmother returned. He died before the birth of my father in 1926. Any info would be great. THanks Bill
Kathy L. Rhodes
Mon Dec 27 12:37:53 1999
Looking for info on John Skidmore who immigrated to Alabama in the early
1800's. This John Skidmore had a daughter named Salina/Sabrina Skidmore who married John Craft on 12/24/1840 in Morgan County Alabama. 1760 Valley Green Road Etters, PA 17319
Dan Baird
Mon Dec 20 07:51:52 1999
MCGEE/PATTERSON
Looking for information on Andrew Jackson McGee and Christeena A. Patterson lived in Morgan Co. between years 1835 and 1866. They had a son Argus and a daughter Sarah Catherine.
Beth Taylor
Sun Dec 19 19:02:42 1999
FORD
Need descendents of these surnames. they all married into the FORD family the daughters of CLEMENT CLAY FORD, and ?? LUCAS, he being a CHEROKEE/WHITE. Her being a CHOCTAW Native. form a place called Nickajack Old Cherokee Settlement, to Morgan Co. Alabama, sometime in 1830's. Beth taylor@kern.com 6405 Rio De Janeiro Ave. Bakersfield,
CA. 93313
Sundee Maynez
Mon Dec 6 13:51:24 1999
GRAY/JETT
Looking for information on Herman GRAY all I have is death date of 26 Dec. 1961 in Decatur, Morgan, AL. he was married to Ezma JETT she died in 1989 in either Morgan County or in Winston County. 3615 San Pedro Court Colorado Springs, CO 80906
Mary Holcomb
Sat Dec 4 18:12:54 1999
YOUNG/LONG
I am seeking information about Sherwood young who was possibly born around 1805 in VA.. He is the father of William K. YOung who was born in 1833 in ALA, and married Sarah Ann Long in Morgan Co. Ala in 1845. They had a daughter Mary Ann Young who was born in 1849 ,possibly in Morgan Co. Ala.who married James Monroe Partain in 1865. does anyone have any information I could add to my research data on these families? Thank you Mary Holcomb Mary Holcomb 2727 Mohawk dr. Amarillo ,Tx. 79109
Nelma Strey
Sat Dec 4 14:00:34 1999
DANIEL(S)/CROW DANINE(S)/CROW
I am looking for the family of James Daniel, born in Morgan County, Alabama, in 1825. His children were: JAMES R. DANIEL (b. 1853), JOHN T. DANIEL (b. 1856), CHARLES DANIEL ( B. 1858), MARY LOUANNA DANIEL (CROW) (b. 1861), ABSALOM DANIEL (b. 1864), MINEE DANIEL (b. 1867), and MARTHA D. DANIEL (b. 1869). I am interested in this part of his family as I have not been able to find any descendents other than those he had with his second wife. He served in the Alabama Calvary, and was 1/2 Cherokee. 102 Memorial Lane Columbus, Texas 78934
Nancy Stolz
Tue Nov 30 09:30:30 1999
JAMISON/COMPTON
Researching Harvey Jamison resident of Decatur, Alabama, 1873. Harvey Jamison married Sarah Compton, date unknown. Jamison was a doctor. I would like to exchange information concerning these persons. 1608 Melody Lane Garland, TX 75042
Mark Patrick Shuman
Sat Nov 27 13:01:04 1999
WADE/GRIZZARD
I am a descendant of Daniel H. WADE, who was living in Morgan Co. with wife, Martha "Mattie" GRIZZARD, at the time of the 1880 Census. Their daughter and my g-grandmother, Minnie Mae WADE, was age 2 at the time of the 1880 Census. I am looking for a marriage date for the Daniel H. WADE-Martha "Mattie" GRIZZARD marriage, which probably took place in Morgan Co. in about 1857. I also believe Mattie GRIZZARD WADE died in the 1880s, possibly in Morgan Co. Later, Daniel H. Wade moved to Ellis Co. Texas (living there at the time of 1900 Census) and then to Kaufman Co. TX (living there at time of 1920 Census). I would be interested in corresponding with anyone who has an interest in this family. Write me by snailmail only. 4412 Eastwood Court, Fairfax, Virginia 22032
Nelma Strey
Fri Nov 26 11:44:37 1999
DANIEL
I am looking for information on James Daniel, born
1825 in Morgan county, Alabama. He was 1/2 Cherokee Indian. He married a
Cherokee Indian and had 7 children with her. After her death, he married Mary A. (Mollie)Foot(e), and had 3 more children. He served for the Confederacy in the 5th Calvary, F. Company of Alabama. After he died he was buried in Bald Knob cemetery just outside of Bald Knob forest. He was known as "Devil Jim." The names of children born to him were:James R., John T., Charles,Mary Louanna, Absalom, Minee, and Martha. With Molly Foote, he had William Franklin, Martha D. and Madgee. I would like any information regarding his first wife, and his parents, as well as his siblings. 102 Memorial Lane Columbus, Texas 78934
Mary L. Holcomb
Thu Nov 25 14:32:42 1999
YOUNG/LONG/ABLES/PARTAIN
Seeking information about William K .Young born in 1822 (?) where, son of Sherwood Young born in 1805 ,in Va.who was married to Margaret-------? William K.Young married Sarah Ann Long 1845 in Morgan Co. ALA.She is the daughter of Solomon S.(possibly Scott ) Long who was born in 1801 (?) where. Solomon was married to Evelina Ables #1 and Mary A.G.Jones #2 in ALA . Any information on the marriages,deaths and any military services will be greatly appreciated. 2727 Mohawk Dr. Amarillo ,Texas 79109
Mary L. Holcomb
Thu Nov 25 14:19:58 1999
HOLCOMB/PORTER/COBURN
I am seeking information about William Alfred Holcomb,born in Bute Co. NC,in 1801 to KInchen Holcomb and his (?) mothers name.He moved with his family to Maurey Co. TN.and was married there in 1831 to Eva Sabrina Porter (who was reported to be of French Aristocracy). They had a son Thomas William Holcomb born in 1847,who moved with his family to south Texas in 1860,where he met and married Jane (Jenny ) Coburn in 1867 in Bell Co. TX..This family moved north in Texas to Stamford (Jones Co.) where he died in 1919. Any information on the military histories ,marriages and death confirmations would be greatly appreciated. 2727 Mohawk Dr. Amarillo ,Texas 79109
Mary L. Holcomb
Thu Nov 25 13:44:10 1999
BRYAN/STRINGER /PARTAIN
Seaking information on the family of David Washington Bryan,thought to be of Welsh descent ,but do not know how many generations from the original Bryan/Bryant kin that came to the States in the late 1700`s. David Washington Bryan was born inGA.(?) in 1832,was married in Morgan Co. ALA 1853 to Nancy Jane Stringer.He is reported to have died in 1907 in East Texas,but to date I have not found a death certificate to verify this. Nancy Jane was born in 1835 (?) in ALA and died in 1910 in east Texas. A son Louis Byrd Bryan,born in 1866 in Folksville Morgan Co. ALA ,married Adrian Samantha Partain in 1883 in ALA, and the family moved to Texas in the Latye 1890`s. 2727 Mohawk Dr. Amarillo ,Texas 79109
Douglas R. Anderson
Wed Nov 24 08:30:36 1999
HAFLEY
I am interested in corresponding with other researchers of the HAFLEY surname in Morgan and surrounding counties. Pleasant H. HAFLEY came from Tennessee ca. 1830 or 1831 and settled in Morgan County. He continued to live in the county first in Somerville and later in New Decatur as well as Lawrence County where he owned a farm in the 1850's. I would gladly exchange information with anyone researching this line. Thank you.2514 Valleyfield Houston, Texas 77080
dean engle
Sun Nov 21 18:33:56 1999
ENGLE
looking for any information on father Willie Sherril Engle and mother Gladys May Lindsey, both born in the early 1900's, also information on grandfather Jack or James ENGLE
Kathy Hudson/Seminole, Ok.
HudsonK@hughes.net