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Sawmill Crew photo c 1900-1910 Hodges AL

tpacracker — 13 May 2004 3:20:15 GMT

I've come across an old photo of working men in a sawmill...on the back it has..."sawmill crew Hodges, Ala
Bankes Skillern". If anyone is interested in a scanned copy please let me know.

Diane
TpaGrits@aol.com

Baker, Vandiver, Motes, Smith, Garrett (have info)

jo_storey — 3 Jul 2003 2:30:32 GMT

I have new information for the Baker sername if anyone would like to exchange ifnormation.

I have a tree for the Vandiver sername, the Motes sername, quite a bit for Smith. I need information for Garrett if anyone has anything to share.

Louvena Charlene Oden Thomas Obit

mabeone — 5 Jan 2009 6:55:39 GMT

(photo)

Born in Franklin Co. Alabama on Oct. 7, 1916
and resided in Elkin, NC

Louvena Charlene Oden Thomas, age 92, of Ronda, passed away Saturday morning, January 3, 2009 at Hugh Chatham Memorial Hospital in Elkin after a short illness.

Mrs. Thomas was bom on October 7, 1916 in Franklin County, Alabama, to Wardie Hardin Oden and Sally Gibson Oden.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Grady Preston Thomas; and infant son, Edwin Donohue Thomas; one sister. Myrtle Oden Porter; and three brothers, John Oden, Jack Oden, and Grady Oden.

She is survived by a sister, Willie Whitman of Haleyville, Alabama; two daughters, Marquita (Bob) Appleby of Capitan, New Mexico, and Pam (Lowell) Clybum of Nashville, Tennessee; one son, Stephen (Linda) Thomas of Ronda; eight grandchildren, Robin (Craig) Yager, Gina (Jon) Blaylock, Greg (Kristy) Clybum, Gwyn (Doug) Hines, Brian (Thais) Clybum, Travis (Candy) Thomas, Ryan (Reu) Thomas, and Meghan Thomas; and fourteen great-grand children, Ben Frey, Autumn Blaylock, Joshua Blaylock, Debra (Joe) Hall, Carisa Clybum, Chad Clybum, Mikayla Cagle, Rylee Clybum, Preston Clybum, Morgan Clybum, Rett Thomas, Ty Thomas, Abby Thomas, and Matthew Thomas; two special care-givers. Pat Russell and Vergie Richardson; and her beloved cat. Tiger.

Mrs. Thomas moved with her family to the Elkin area from Knoxville, Tennessee in 1949. Here, for more than thirty years, she was employed by "Roses" in downtown Elkin, where she became a familiar face to many in the community. She was a loyal and beloved member of Maple Springs United Methodist Church and was active in Sunday School and the United Methodist Women until her health declined. She and her husband Grady, served as delegates to the Annual Conference of the United Methodist Church several times. She will be fondly remembered by family and friends for her kind, gentle, and self-less nature, her Christ-like humility, and her talent as an extraordinary cook, for which she was known throughout the community. She enjoyed doing things for her family, especially cooking for large family get-togethers, and, according to her grandchildren, absolutely no one could cook their favorite things like "Memaw." She was a true servant of God, a treasure to her family, and an inspiration to all who knew and loved her.

Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, January 7, 2009 at 11 a.m. at Maple Springs United Methodist Church, Ronda, with burial to follow in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends Tuesday evening, January 6, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at Hodges Funeral Home in Elkin. Memorials may be made to Maple Springs United Methodist Church (Building or Cemetery Fund), or to "Red Bird Mission," in care of the United Methodist Women at Maple Springs UMC, P.O. Box 187, Ronda, N.C. 28670. Hodges Funeral Home in Elkin is serving the Thomas family.

Published in the Winston-Salem Journal on 1/5/2009

garrett's of franklin county al & itawamba and tishomingo county mississippi

pamelajean98 — 3 Jan 2009 8:56:41 GMT

I have a Garrett family that is traced to Franklin County, AL and Itawamba County and Tishomingo MS. I have a Bill Garrett married to a Nancy Carter. I know that they had two children: James Irvin Garrett and William Thomps Garrett.James Irvin Garrett married Sarah Frances Rusoe.

Garrett Family Of Russelville, Alabama

Mary — 22 Mar 2002 10:41:54 GMT

I'm looking for any information on the Garrett Families of Russelville Alabama. My Fathers name is Eurshel Garrett. He was born in Russelville in 1916. Any information would be greatly appreciated.
Thank You,
Mary

Dock Ballard

pwest83 — 7 Jan 2008 8:18:30 GMT

Looking for information about a Dock Ballard. His wife's name was Lester Vaughn. He had the following children (that I know of):

Dewey Ballard
Jerry Ballard
May B. Ballard
Sarah A. Ballard
Franklin A. Ballard
Clifton Ballard

I am not sure where he was born. I do know that his wife outlived him. I am his great-great-granddaughter through his son, Dewey.

Unfortunately, my family does not speak to this branch of my family, so I don't really know who to contact to find out more. I would appreciate any information. Please feel free to email me at: pattyann1226@yahoo.com.

Franklin County WWI and WWII Veterans

RMadden38 — 2 Jan 2009 5:58:18 GMT

I am seeking information on any WWI or WWII veteran who had ties to Franklin County, AL. We are compiling information to honor our veterans for the Franklin county Archives. Please contact me: Regina Madden at bevearline@aol.com for more information.

Hall Family

BarbaraHall48 — 30 Dec 2008 12:12:08 GMT

I am searching for information on Thomas P.Hall and Malinda Hendley/Henly that were suppose to have been married in Franklin CO.about 1830.Iwould appreciate any help..
Thanks,B.Hall

Chub--Chubb Cemetery, Franklin County

malone — 19 Sep 2005 12:09:56 GMT

Chub-Chubb Cemetery
Anna Gotcher and Vincent Stanphill are supposedly to be buried there. Where is it located???
William "Bill" Mitchell Malone married Fanny Stanphill, their son Vincent Tanner Malone is my g'g'pa.. Could Fanny Stanphill be Vincent Stanphill daughter??/

Walley Information

SondraWalker60 — 16 Dec 2008 3:34:21 GMT

Working on Shempert Family Tree. Relatives are the Walley's. Thomas Edgar Walley died 12/7/1952 in Lepanto, AR Born: May 24, 1899 in MS to John William and lindley Bell Walley buried at Garden Point Cemetery in Arkansas. Three brothers: Robert Walley , Elmer Walley, Clevis (maybe Charles Walley), three sisters: Lucille Wright, Eula Shamblin, Zelma Shempert.

Wm. Elmer Walley d: 5/10/1952 parents: Jerry M & Josephine Swindley Walley B: 3/19/1910. Wife: Lillie Bell Davis Walley (dau) Goldie Mae four brothers: Thomas, Eddie, Clarence, Loren Walley three sisters: Lona McCalmon, Ollie Walley, Nona Lindley.

City of Vina

dewayneraper — 10 Dec 2008 4:03:30 GMT

I am looking for info or pictures of the City of Vina for their 100th Anniversary next year. We are planning a celebration on May 16th 2009. Any info would be greatly appreciated.

Franklin County Schools-1850s

DBlainWill — 16 Mar 2008 9:14:48 GMT

Can anyone provide a reference or information on the schools which existed in Franklin County in 1850s-1860?
Thanks.

Fleming Thomas South

bjchapman74 — 3 Dec 2008 12:34:07 GMT

I am looking for information regarding the death of Fleming Thomas South. He died from injuries sustained from falling off of a RR trestle in Bear Creek. Date of death is 27 Sep 1899. Can anyone verify this and is there a newspaper that would have run this story?

Resources available at county seat?

hemikids — 22 Sep 2008 1:58:58 GMT

I have the opportunity to travel to Franklin Co, AL this week and am scrambling to review the notes on my ancestors who are from this county. Family names are: Burleson (Burlison) and Thorn (Thorne)

Could you please tell me what types of resources are available at the county courthouse? Is there a local geneaological society that might be open on Friday afternoon, Saturday, or Monday morning (9/26-9/29)? Any helpful hints for researching in this county would be greatly appreciated!

EDWARDS, William, b. July 1889/1890

mattwedwards — 14 Oct 2008 12:06:20 GMT

Hello, I am a descendant of a William Martin Edwards, b. 12 Jul 1889, whose WWI draft registration card indicates his place of birth as "Palestine, Indiana". It is believed that William migrated west, to Colorado and Utah at a young age as a farm laborer. It is also believed that he may have had a sister Mary (m. Ray Stetcher), b. Chicago and a brother John.

How might I go about locating any birth records on William that may tell us something about his parents?

Any further insight is most appreciated,

Matt Edwards

Charles Dow Ballard

russellballard1763 — 30 Nov 2006 7:51:04 GMT

I am seeking information on this branch of the Ballard family.
1. CHARLIE D. BALLARD was born Abt. 1865, and died 1941 in Red Bay,Alabama. He married MAHALIA C. CARTER, daughter of Russ Carter and Othey Samples.
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Children of CHARLIE BALLARD and MAHALIA CARTER are:
i.HOSEA EDGAR BALLARD, b. 12 April 1899, Alabama; d. June 1967, Bessemer, Alabama.
ii.TOM BALLARD.
iii.WILLIAM CHARLIE BALLARD.
iv.AUSTIN BALLARD, b. 01 January 1881; d. 24 February 1901, Red Bay, Alabama.
v.OSCAR PHILIP BALLARD, b. Abt. 1884; d. 15 March 1915, Red Bay, Alabama.
vi.BEADIE BALLARD, b. 29 January 1889; d. 29 October 1925.

Wm. Malone Brooks Family near Red Bay 1840 & Bates Family

Jerry Brooks — 13 Feb 2005 3:51:19 GMT

Seeking info on Wm. Malone Brooks, Sr. (b. 1804 SC). He was living in Franklin Co. in 1840 Census. Owned land on Hwy. 24 1-2 miles east of Red Bay he acquired in 1837, with adjoining land owned by Amy Ann Brooks. I've been told that same land was later owned by a Dr. Thorne. Also, at some time by Fred Vinson/Curt Britton and Luther Nelson & sons. Wm. Malone Brooks, Sr. left AL about 1847 with son, Wm.Malone Brooks, Jr. and his family. Assume Sr.'s wife was deceased. But there were several younger daughters and at least two younger sons who I presume remained in Franklin Co. either with their mother's family members or married, older bros/sisters. One son was named Peter who did appear in 1860 Census, Red River County, TX, age 21. Any help with this family will be appreciated. Wife of Wm. Malone Brooks, Jr. was Eliza Bates, daughter of Robert Patrick Bates, who owned grist mill now known as Jordans Mill east of Russellville.

George W. Bond married Marilda A. Johnson Nov.25,1887 in Alabama

here2stay68 — 31 Jan 2007 3:28:25 GMT

Looking for info on Marilda Johnson. I believe her mother was Henrietta Artemissa Thomas Johnson Stout. She is my ggggrandmothers sister. Please, if you have any info on this family please contact me. I don't have hardly anything on them so any help is greatly appreciated. This family, George and Marilda lived in Franklin County, Alabama.

researching: Hall's , Riner's , Pennington's, Britnell's

d8888rgen_1 — 14 Nov 2002 7:18:08 GMT

Hello, I am currently researching Hall's , Riner's , Pennington's, Britnell's of Russellville and the Franklin county area. Would like to compare info and share with anyone that have these names in common. Thankyou, Don.

Collin McKinney

ranchscape2000 — 15 Sep 2008 8:09:21 GMT

My Great Great Great Grandfather, Collin McKinney was issued a land grant in Franklin County in the 1830's and I would like to find a copy of the deed and the deed of sale for this land. Is anyone familiar with who to contact for this type of information in Franklin Co.?

Creekmore, Porter, Stone

WilliamCreekmore27 — 2 Oct 2007 3:51:34 GMT

Searching for relatives of James Creekmore / Hixey Johnson, William H. Stone / Eliza Creekmore Stone, William Jackson Creekmore / Talitha Ann Porter Creekmore, and Andrew "Drew" Creekmore / Susan Jane Porter Creekmore. Would like to exchange family research information on any of them.
William "Bill" Creekmore
wmcreek@yahoo.com

Would like any info on John William Walley b. 1875 (Marshall Co) m. Armenda Belle Lindley

Paul J. Kilanski — 27 Jul 2001 4:29:33 GMT

Would like any information on John William Walley born in Marshall Copunty on 9/15/1875. Married Armenda Belle Lindley

Isham Woodall descendants

andym0407 — 28 Aug 2008 11:30:02 GMT

The Woodall Surname DNA Project is looking for direct male descendants of Isham Woodall who lived in this area in 1860-1880 to participate in this project. The project is attempting to locate and test each family group of Woodall's in the US and use the results to confirm existing family trees and possibably make new connections based on the test results.

Please contact Andy Marshall at andymarshall@cfl.rr.com

BROWN FAMILY

katemedlockwheeless06 — 19 Jan 2007 11:12:55 GMT

I am researching our family and am looking for more information on my great grandfather Oliver Lovie Brown. He was born in Lawrence County, Alabama on 27 Feb 1885 and married my great grandmother Pearl ?. She died around 1900 in Alabama. They lived in Franklin County, Alabama also at some point. Their children are William F., Thomas, Ruel Louis, Idell and Alpha. He later married Bertha ?. Their children are George, Maude, Josie and Bertha Lee. Oliver later moved to Craighead County, Arkansas and died there in 1957. I understand I have a lot of Brown family members in Alabama. I anyone could help fill in the gaps in my family records I would greatly appreciate it and would love talking to you.

Burnett from Franklin and Colbert County, Alabama

celina — 26 May 2006 1:36:14 GMT

Trying to find info on Susannah Burnett who lived here in 1870. Husband name is unknown and believed he died in the war. Found pension paper and he signed it J. Burnett. They're granddaughter is my great grandmother, Elizabeth "Lizzie" Burnett Michael. If anyone has any info on this family please email me direct at celinallll@yahoo.com, any info is greatly appreciated and needed.

Phillips - Franklin, Colbert, Lawrence Cos., Alabama

myfamily4911 — 18 Jul 2008 5:51:50 GMT

Searching for parents and possible other siblings of the following:

1. William H. Phillips, b. 1824 TN md. Mary Elizabeth Devaney - My 3rd great-grandparents
2. Nancy Phillips, b. 1827 TN md. Lewis Hyde
3. Permelia Catherine Phillips, b. 1830 Franklin Co., AL md. 1st Unknown James, 2nd Unknown Whitlock, 3rd Lafayette Milton
4. Edward Phillips, b. 1833 Franklin Co., AL md. Eliza Ann Robertson - lived in Grimes and Madison Co's Texas
5. Mary Matilda Phillips, b. Unknown TN d. before 1850 Franklin Co., AL md. William McCorkle

Trying to determine if they are the children of Edward Phillips that was living in Franklin Co., AL in 1830 and 1840. If so, then there are 4 more Phillips daughters unaccounted for.

William H. Phillips lived at Phillips' Mill in Franklin Co., AL. He died sometime after 1880. During the Civil War, he lived just over the county line in Lawrence Co., AL. William's wife, Mary Elizabeth Devaney, was also kin to the King family of Colbert/Franklin Co., AL. Her cousin was Martin VanBuren King and in 1870, she and William were raising her nieces and nephews: Robert King, Ann King, George Washington King and Amanda King.

Any help will be greatly appreciated. I am also looking for dates of death for William and Mary Elizabeth Phillips along with cemetery info.

Thanks,

Michelle

Grisham, Gresham, Grissom of Franklin Co AL

cpq11h2e — 28 Jun 2008 1:42:18 GMT

Each of these sur names are used for members of the Philip and Sarah Grisham family of descendents in Franklin Co. AL.
Would like to find out more about the family. They lived in Frankfort 1860 and some maybe buried there. Would like to know if there is a community sized cemetery there so i can visit it. Our line goes through Hannah one of the older daughters and it is possible Philip and Sarah had as many as 11 children.

best,
Jeff Thomson
jeffthomson@bellsouth.net

William R. Hughes Family

rgunderwood1 — 31 Jan 2007 3:18:05 GMT

William R. Hughes married Mary Lenora Underwood abt 1859. They moved to Meridian, TX sometime after that and had one son, Charles Terrell Hughes in 1860, who was a doctor and died in 1942. I cannot find any reliable data on William, Mary or Charles or any other family history from this union. Any data would be appreciated.

Bobo Cemetery

MaryAshley51 — 13 Jun 2008 4:52:31 GMT

Has anyone transcribed, or visited, Bobo Cemetery, off Rt. 48 NW of Russellville just before Tharptown? We have reason to believe that some of our Payne family, especially Armstead Payne and/or Mary Payne, may be buried there. Any info greatly appreciated! Thanks.

Looking For old Hodges Pics and History

strmn567 — 28 Apr 2005 4:22:35 GMT

Would like some old photo's of Hodges--Does anybody know of any (on the net?) or anyplace? My family (Baker,Sullivan,Engle,Putman) are from there. Thanx in advance!

Michael

Thorn(e)

TammyDThorne — 5 Jun 2008 3:02:54 GMT

I am searching for information regarding my 3rd & 4th gr. grandfathers and my 3rd gr. uncle. My 3rd gr. grandfather was G.W. (George W.) Thorn (b. abt. 1830 - d.?) m. Sarah C. Long (b. abt. 1830 - d.?) and lived in Franklin Co., AL, in 1850, and was born somewhere in AL, according to the census records for that county and that year. George W. married a 2nd time to Rhoda P. Sanderson (daughter of John & Sarah Sanderson) on 1/14/1866 in Limestone Co., AL. My 4th gr. grandfather was Dr. Charnel (or Charonel) Hightower Thorn (possibly Thomas C.H. Thorn) (b. abt. 1794 in ? N.C. - d.?) m. Elizabeth Sanderson (b. abt. 1791 in ?N.C. - d.?) and also lived in Franklin Co., AL in 1850 according to the census records. My 3rd gr. uncle was William Hightower Thorn (b. abt.1824 - d.?. I believe that all three men moved to Giles Co., TN, at some point, but not sure when. I have been unable to locate any records attesting to that possibility. However, I beleive George had a son, John Hightower Thorn - my 2nd gr. grandfather (b. abt. 1855 - d.?) who m. Louisa (Lavinia or Lucinda or Lou Annie) White and lived in Giles Co., TN, and was listed on the census records for that county in 1880, 1900, 1910, and 1920. I would like to know where in NC Charnel H. Thorn and Elizabeth Sanderson were born, and where they might be buried.

Jesse Oswalt

cockyfs — 3 Jun 2008 12:35:07 GMT

I am looking for information on the Jesse and Sarah Oswalt family listed in the 1850 Franklin County census.

EFFIE McKINNEY

jw1947 — 2 May 2008 6:41:40 GMT

I am looking for info on Effie McKinney, born March 1895 in Washington County, Florida, and her family. Effie was married to Thomas Strickland, born Oct. 1897 in Washington County, Florida. I would love to have info on Effie and Thomas' children.

Thank you for your help.

Judy - jw1947@juno.com

wm t green 1842-1906

alabamakapc — 19 May 2007 6:01:16 GMT

was married to mary m had son john c green......looking for family info as well as parents and siblings

Floyd Cecil Jones

pwife4 — 28 Jan 2008 3:56:41 GMT

I am looking for any information on Floyd Cecil Jones, born 1927 in New Blaine, Arkansas, and died 1964 in Salt Lake City Utah. He was my father and I know very little about him. His mother was Georgia Housley Jones Owen, and his father was Everett (Joe) Jones. He married my mother Joyce Leverne Curb. They had 4 children. She died in 1959 and their children were put in a children's home in Arkansas. If anyone has any information please let me know.

Thank you for you help,
Mary

Tougas - Gauthier marriage 1846/1847

GeraldineMarlowe — 27 Mar 2008 12:10:53 GMT

Researching for the marriage of Jean Baptiste (Moses) Tougas to a Marguerite Gauthier in or around 1846/1847. They were both born in Canada, but believed they were married in northern NY where they lived & had 10 children. Find them living in Burke, Chateaugay, Belmont & Malone. They were Methodist in faith---elders in the family indicate that Marguerite Gauthier was of Indian Decent---does anyone out there know whom or where to contact for marriages from the St. Regis Reservation or Cagnawauga Settlement near Montreal??. Appreciate your help Geraldine Marlowe, Malone, NY gmarlowe@twcny.rr.com

Underwood Family

JannisG51 — 31 Jan 2007 3:14:28 GMT

I am currently researching the Underwood family and particularly, Andrew Jackson Underwood (b. 1815-d.1893) the brother of Nimrod T. Underwood (b. 1820-d.1897) of Franklin County.

I have information that A. J. Underwood owned property in Greene County Alabama between 1856 and 1858. I have strong reasons to believe that A. J. Underwood owned a slave, John Underwood, who was my gggrandfather. The 1850 Slave schedule for Greene County and the 1860 Slave Schedule for the Western Division of Franklin County indicate that A. J. Underwood was the owner of several slaves, the first listed on both schedules matching the age my gggrandfather would have been at each census.

I also know that A.J. Underwood lived with his daughter, Mary Lenora Underwood Hughes and her husband, William R. Hughes by 1880 and that he probably moved to Texas with them.

If you have any information regarding Andrew Jackson Underwood, particularly when and why he left Greene County, Alabama and ended up in Meridian, Texas where he is buried, I would greatly appreciate it if you would share it with me and/or let me know how I might find this information. I am particularly interested in records of Andrew Underwood's sale of two slaves, a female named Lucinda and her child George, to a Spencer family when he left Greene County. A bill of sales, plantation/farm records, or records of his blacksmith business etc. would be helpful.

I sincerely appreciate any assistance that can be provided!

Need Information on Richard Alexander Martin Franklin Co.Al

jodad1911 — 19 Mar 2008 6:53:18 GMT

Is Richard Alexander Martin born 1/1/1851 (found on another post) the same person that is listed on the 1880 census in Colbert Co. Al.

Trying to locate information on these people that were listed together on the 1880 census in Colbert Co. Al.

JOHN MARTIN age 40 born app 1840
RICHARD MARTIN age 29 born app. 1851
MAY MARTIN age 25 born app 1855
THOMAS MARTIN age 6 born app. 1874
LEANDER MARTIN age 2 born app 1878

Are John Martin & Richard Martin brothers or cousins?
What family do they belong to?

Is John Martin the father of Thomas & Leander?
Who was his wife?
What happened to him or where did he live after 1880?

Is Richard Martin the father of Thomas & Leander?
Who was his wife?
What happened to him or where did he live after 1880?

Is May Martin the mother of Thomas & Leander?
Who was her husband?
What happened to her after 1880?

THOMAS MARTIN B 1874 what happened to him?
Who did he marry and where did he live after 1880?

LEANDER MARTIN B 1878 what happened to him?
Who did he marry and where did he live after 1880?

I haven't had a chance to go to my local Public Library and view the actual census to see if this information from the 1880 census has been transcribed correctly so just guessing here, but I really believe the states they are from probably has been transcribed incorrectly or was inumerated incorrectly.

Thanks for your help,
Jo

Descendants of Robert SIBLEY and wife Elizabeth [UNKSUR]

DBlainWill — 13 Mar 2008 8:22:34 GMT

There are several publications/online pedigrees and other secondary/tertiary sources which name the children of Robert SIBLEY & Elizabeth. Can anyone point me to any PRIMARY sources whereby I might confirm who their children were? I have info from 2 different researchers (independant of each other), one listing the SIBLEY offspring as Thomas Tanner, Robert Campbell, John, Mahaly, Sabrina, Elizabeth and Caroline. The information was not confirmed by the compiler, but came from various SIBLEY descendants a number of years ago. The other researcher (who did his own work) has found only Thomas Tanner (Sr.), Robert Campbell, Sabrina, Caroline and John. I am researching Mahala who is spouse of Sterling B. WILLIAMSON in 1850 Franklin Co--naming patterns of their children strongly suggest this Mahala is the "Mahaly SIBLEY cited above. I need to locate a family Bible, legal record, etc. to prove there was indeed a Mahala/Mahaly SIBLEY, child of Robert & Elizabeth.

Michael/Henry Gorman

spowellbio — 26 Feb 2008 3:03:59 GMT

I am looking for any info on a Michael Gorman, born abt. 1815 in Ireland, married to Ann, who was listed as living in Franklin County, Alabama on the 1850 and 1860 U.S. Censuses. I'm also looking for info on his son Henry G. Gorman.

In particular, I am interested in the maiden name of Ann, when they got married, when Michael arrived in the county, and from where he arrived, but any other info would be welcome.

Charlie Houston Fleming 07-24-1837 to 09-16-1923

Moecentilli — 31 Mar 2007 3:53:34 GMT

Married Eliza Walker from North Carolina 03/04/1841 to 06/05/1918. Charlies mom was full Indian from Georgia. Does anyone have any information on Charlies parents. Charlie had Samuel Milton Fleming who married Effie Cansade Jackson.

Ira, Levi, and Jesse Hovatter Catawba,Marion Co. WV

darrellgroves19 — 22 Oct 2005 6:13:04 GMT

I am searching for the ancestors of these three brothers.
Ira later moved to Arthurdale, Preston Co., WV

Leftwich of Franklin Co. Ala.

ShirleyDuPont50 — 3 Feb 2008 10:51:18 GMT

I am searching for ANY information on Fred Leftwich family that lived in Franklin Co. bet. 1910-1920. Fred married Doshai Bolton and had 2 daughters, Violet B. 1917, Lila B. 1914. Fred died June 19,1918 and is buried in the Bonds Cemetery. I would love to find living realtives or some who may be related and swap info. Fred was First married to Lizzie Whitehead in Wayne Co. Tn. and had 3 children, one of whom was my step-grandmother. Any Help will be Greatly Appreciated. Thanks, Shirley Dabbs DuPont shirley_dupont@hotmail.com

Olivers over 60 years in Franklin County

grlscout1 — 27 Apr 2005 9:21:53 GMT

I can find the Oliver family near Belgreen, Franklin County, Alabama for over 60 years (1870 through 1930 censuses). Yet none of the websites mentions them. Does anyone know any Oliver family stories, good or bad? We know they tended to marry young.

I'm also wondering where the patriarch, Henry Oliver, might be buried. He died in 1884. His wife, Manerva (Perry), is last found in the 1880 census, and I don't know when or where she died.

Any assistance will be greatly appreciated.

Vera Cecil (Ezzell) Benson - Obituary

maggy7 — 5 Mar 2004 5:16:25 GMT

Abstracted:

Vera Cecil (Ezzell) Benson, 89 of Russellville died Saturday, December 27, 1997 due to a sudden illness.

Mrs Benson was a native of Franklin County. She was a member of the Church of Christ at Bradley Chapel for a number of years and was a current member of the Russellville Church of Christ. She was preceded in death by her husband, Joe W. Benson.

Funeral services were held Monday, December 29 at 11 a.m. at Pinkard Funeral Home Chapel with Charlie Britnell, Carl Gilbert, and Bill Pennington officiating. Interment was in Franklin Memory Gardens. The pallbearers were grandsons, Ronald, Joe, and Derek Benson and great-grandsons Jay, Jess, and Jody Benson. The honorary pallbearers were Thomas Cleveland, Terry Ezzell, and Wyatt King.

Mrs Benson is survived by three sons, Wayne Benson and his wife, Helen, Billy (Bill) Benson and his wife, Ruth and Dayton (Red) Benson and his wife, Lorene; three grandsons Ronald Benson, Joe Benson, and Derek Benson; three granddaughters, Debbie Benson, Mary Beth Burkart, and Shirley Seal; three great-grandsons, Jason Benson, Jess Benson and Jody Benson; two brothers, Walter Ezzell and his wife, Audrey and Louie Ezzell and his wife, Opal; several nephews and nieces and several grand nephews and grand nieces.

Gray Framily-Franklin Co

Micki Burleson — 11 Sep 2003 3:52:16 GMT

James Lewis Gray 1840-1913 had siblings Jane b. 1834,, Allard b. 1837, James b. 1838, Malinda b. 1840, Olive or Oliver b. 1842, Lucy b. 1844 and John b. 1846, Martha b. 1847 and Margaretta b. 1849. This family was in Randolph Co., Ala in 1850 and in 1860 their mother Lucy is in Franklin with the younger children. Lucy is living in Franklin Co with son John I and his wife Rebecca in 1870. What was Rebecca's maiden name? Have picture showing Aunt Allard Smith, which Smith family? Who did other daughters marry? Any help on this family will be appreciated. Thanks

McCulloch/McCullough relatives?

thomasmcc — 26 Nov 2007 5:49:42 GMT

I am looking to establish a link between my McCulloch ancestors of Lawrence County and those to the west in Franklin County. My McCullochs came down the Tennessee River from northeast TN, were in Lincoln County TN around 1820, then in Lawrence, and later Morgan and Madison Counties from 1830 onwards. Many are still there, although some went to Navarro County TX to farm cotton between 1870 and 1900.

Much Lawrence County intermarriage with the Putmans, Sivleys, Pitts, Rhodes, and Napps families.

I have had my dna tested to 67 marker level.

thanks, Tom McCulloch

Male descendents of Reese Hamilton b1799 SC wanted for DNA testing

MaeHamiltonAmbrose — 24 Nov 2007 12:21:17 GMT

Looking for male descendents of Reece/Reese Hamilton for Y DNA testing. He was born 1799 SC and migrated to Franklin Co. AL and had lots of descendents - one with the name Stephen.

Hoping to find a match to my Hamilton ancestor, Stephen Currie Hamilton b 1811 SC migrated to Macon Co. AL 1837.

For more info - go to familytreedna.com and enter the surname Hamilton - navigate to results and ancestors.

Will split cost of 12 marker results with proven ancestor.

Mae Hamilton Ambrose

Vandiver Hollow Cemetery/Russellville

JulieOliver87 — 3 Aug 2002 11:01:20 GMT

My mother in law was a Vandiver. Her family is buried at the Vandiver Hollow Cemetery, which is right next to the Vandiver Hollow Baptist Church. We think it's in Russellville but aren't positive. My husband was only 2 when they moved from Alabama to Texas. We try to visit Alabama every now and then but haven't been able to visit in about 5 years. I would love to be able to find an enumeration for this cemetery online but I have not once, seen any mention of this cemetery. My mother in law tried to help me with this family but she knew so little. Her father (John Melton Vandiver) died when she was a girl and she passed on in 2000. I am told Johns siblings were Susan Hamm, Maude Whillock, Estelle Hamm, Mary Frances Crosslin and Adolphus Vandiver. I would love to meet any Vandivers or anyone that knew them. This family is a brick wall for me. Can anyone help? Johns wife Margaret (Ollie) married Lee Fisher later and the Fishers are also buried at Vandiver Hollow. You can email me at Jleolvr@aol.com.

Robert Jesse Richardson & Sara Adeline Turbyfill

MelindaMassey50 — 22 Aug 2004 11:53:22 GMT

I am looking for anyone that has information about them or is a descendant of them. You See they are My GG-Grandparents.

Robert Jesse Richardson Born 9/22/1851
Sara Adeline Turbyfill Born 8/15/1868

Had 14 Children:
1. Mary A. 2/8/1886
2. Robert W. 4/26/1887
3. Dora C. 1/31/1888
4. Zula D. 3/26/1889
5. Edgar W. 7/6/1891
6. John L. 11/12/1892
7. Esther A. 9/30/1894
8. Louis Gilbert 8/16/1896 - 12/3/1955 MY GreatGRANDFATHER
9. Sidney J. 10/1/1898
10. Susie A. 4/11/1901
11. C.E. "Lizzie" 9/13/1902
12. Edna M. 10/5/1904
13. Wade H. 12/23/1905
14. Harris H. 3/26/1908

lawrence w brand 1881-?

alabamakapc — 19 May 2007 5:58:07 GMT

was married to alice pearly belcher had son odell brand ..looking for more family info on lawrence....looking for parents and siblings

Arsula LOGAN (1877-1941) (Need parents names) m. J. E. DENNIS

ke11eycc — 26 Jul 2003 6:51:51 GMT

I am seeking the names of the parents of Arsula Logan born Dec.23, 1877 and died Jan.27, 1941. She married J.E Dennis in Coosa County in 1891. They are buried in Chilton County, but I believed they lived in Coosa and Franklin Counties most of their lives

Logans of Russelville,AL

KittyCalhoun — 20 May 2005 6:25:06 GMT

Seeking info. on the families of Adrian and Ellis T. Logan, brothers, who resided Franklin and Colbert Cos. in AL in the 1920's. According to relatives they were iron ore miners. They were the sons of Susan E. Gunter Logan and Richard Loyall Logan. Would like to document their marriages and families. My ggm was their sister Addie Ozema Logan. Also desire info on Lilla D. Logan another sister who was said to have married a Jansen and died Colbert Co., AL. Thanks in advance for any info on this family.

sam cothrum

alabamakapc — 1 Oct 2007 3:18:19 GMT

need info on sam cothrum 27 oct 1860- 6 aug 1938 married to mary e? 12 dec 1865- date shows 11514 ? (not sure of death) have a few children listed but still dont know his parents or siblings

Britnell-Russell-Berry

JanelleWilliams18 — 24 Sep 2007 6:15:52 GMT

My GG Grandmother was Martha Jane Britnell. Her lst husband Benjamin Russell was killed in the Civil War. Some thirty years later she married Andrew "Andy" Berry. Can someone give me the date of her death and the cemetery where she is buried. I would appreciate this information very much.

William Mathis d. 1939 (Russellville)

mddale1959 — 13 Sep 2007 5:43:54 GMT

I am Martin Mathis, now living in northern Virginia.
I am searching for info on my grandfather "William (Bill) Mathis", from the area of Fulton Miss. My grandmother (Radar Era Williams) and him were never married, she had a son (William Franklin Mathis)born in May 1933. She told me my grandfather was killed in Russellville, in 1939. It was due to an accident at work, either a gravel quarry or maybe a lumber yard (conflicting stories). She said that after "William Mathis" left the Fulton area, he married a lady who already had children from a previous marriage. By checking area maps, I have found that Russellville Miss is at the bottom of the state, a good distance from Fulton. But there is also a Russellville Alabama, about 80 miles due east of the Fulton area.

Isbell Family

DonnaCole13 — 1 Sep 2007 8:02:20 GMT

Looking for information and photos of James Isbell and his family, and descendants. My Grandmother was Jessie Isbell and she died in 1967. Her Father was James H. Isbell(1859-1940). Can anyone help me?

Hacker/ Oliver

Tammy Pounders — 19 Sep 2005 12:14:37 GMT

My husbands grandmother was Rosie Oliver she married Alfred Delphia Pounders. We are looking for info on her parents and grandparents. Her father was William George Oliver born abt 1874 died abt 1941 in Franklin County and her mother was Mary Caroline Hacker she died abt 1925 in Franklin County also. That is about all we have on them. Any help would be great.

Thanks!

Looking for info on Nathan Johnston b. 1790 m. Nancy (?) moved to Ala. before 1823

TheresaYoung51 — 22 Jul 2003 2:21:31 GMT

Looking for any information on Nathan Johnston b. 1790 in VA. married Nancy ?? also born in Va. Moved to Alabama before 1823 probably the Franklin Co. area. His child William Nathan was born in Ala. and lived there his entire life. William Nathan Johnston b. 1823 d. unk m. Nancy Rollins. Children are Martha, Peter, Sarah, Andrew, Matilda, Emelin, James, and Charles William.

Frances Nichols

dwisley — 17 Jun 2007 5:11:05 GMT

I am surprised that no one put on the Franklin County (rootsweb) message board that Frances Nichols has passed away. She played a huge part in the Franklin County Archives and will be missed by many - not only her immediate family, but all of us who was blessed to know her through her help in finding the ancestors of many who resided in Russellville at one time or another. I just found out today that she had passed away last April after a brief bout with cancer, through the "ALFRANK@rootsweb.com" who sent me a newspaper article published by Jonathon WILLIS dated on June 16 in the "TIMES DAILY" newspaper..."Advocates of Archives Facility honored for their contributions"...honoring Frances Nichols and former Franklin County Probate Judge Mike Green. When I was there 3 years ago last April, she and Chris Ozbirn helped me locate information on my SARGENT line and Maj. William RUSSELL, Sr as if I was the only one in the building doing research....devoted all of their efforts and attention to me - even took me to the old cemetery in Russellville and the home place of Pellum SARGENT.

Frances will be highly missed by the ones she left behind but Heaven has been blessed with her presence among the Angels who have went to be with the Lord before her.

If anyone has a copy of her obituary - I would really appreciate a copy of it. By the way, I'm from Oklahoma...I was lucky to have met her. God Bless her family and what she has done for the community of Russellville.

Thank you...

Sincerely,
Denise

Looking for correspondence with families who had Union Soldiers from Franklin Co AL

BamaDenver — 25 Jul 2001 8:32:15 GMT

Looking for correspondence with families who had Union Soldiers from Franklin Co AL

excerpt from the book "Tupelo" -

Washington Gortney arose and said: "Mr. President--We are here assembled to determine what is the best method of evading the conscript law and keeping out of the rebel army. I favor enlisting in the Federal army. We will then be far more efficient in defending our government from subversion by traitors--James Reece, who is seated by yonder linden tree, and I have proved our faith by our works. We are soldiers in the Federal army. We fought at Shiloh and are with the army at Farmington assisting in the siege of Corinth, and soon we hope to capture that stronghold and bring deliverance to the persecuted Unionists in North Mississippi. If you stay here you will be forced into the rebel army, or you will be shot or hung, as too many of our loyal fellow citizens have been. There are already three hundred from this county in the Federal army, and four hundred from Franklin, the county contiguous to this in North Alabama. Leave your families; it will be only for a short time. Corinth will fall and before the Fourth of July this county, and probably the whole state, will be delivered from rebel

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domination. I will make this motion: Be it resolved, that we believe it to be conducive to the best interests of ourselves personally, and the Union cause, to which we will ever adhere, for all of suitable military age to escape to the Federal army now besieging Corinth and to enlist in that army."

thanks in advance - collecting data on all Union families.
Joel S. Mize

website: http://members.home.net/jmize/genealogy/mizefam.html

PENNINGTON, Clancy Washington married JACKSON

Addie Glasgow — 22 Jun 2006 2:21:50 GMT

I am lookin for a Clancy Washington Pennington who married A Nancy Evelyn "Evie" Jackson. She was married abt. 4 times or so, and died at age 80, on Oct. 8, 1991. She married a Mr. DUNN and last marrige, I think was Mr. Jones. She died in Franklin Co., AL - Russellville or Phl Campbell or Spruce Pine, AL.
I am not sure her maiden name was JACKSON, since she was married a few times, or if she married a JACKSON in one of her marriages.
Clauncy Washington Pennington was the son of John Chapman Pennington and Mealie Jones daughter of Wm. "Bill" Jones and his first wife.. If anyone knows of this Nancy Evelyn "Evie" Jackson, please email me. Thanks

Luther Williams b. in Ala. married Laura Jackson

GeorgiaFerry44 — 30 Jun 2007 1:44:39 GMT

I am looking for the death and birth date of Luther Williams b. abt.1888 AL and married to Laura A. Jackson b. 18 Jun 1892 Vina, Franklin Co. Al. Don't have their marriage date either. They had 5 children: Richard, Lillie M. Elmer L., and Farris? M., not sure of this name for it was blurred in the census, and Ruby D. Laura died in 1932.
They lived and died in Vina, Franklin Co. AL. Would also like to know where they are buried and the spouses of the children. Thanks to everyone for help. Have found them in the 1930 census Vina, Franklin Co. AL.

Maj Russell's rifle

JanelleWilliams18 — 30 Jun 2007 2:47:16 GMT

Please send me your E-Mail adress and I will forward several pictures to you.
The rifle was taken off display and put into storage until they can build a new building and they are just now beginning to solicit funds so it will probably be a couple of years. The Curator of the Alamo will keep in touch with me and keep me up to date. When the building is complete I will post it in FRanklin Co.

Major Russell's rifle

JanelleWilliams18 — 30 Jun 2007 1:52:30 GMT

The old rifle of Major William Russell has been taken off display at the Alamo (San Antonio, Tx). It is in storage and will be displayed in a new building as soon as the building is completed. I was allowed to hold the rifle and take several pictures. It is around 250 years old and is beautiful and in wonderful condition. If you would like a photo of the rifle please E-Mail me.

Motes tree (for Maria)

jo storey — 11 Sep 2003 3:51:24 GMT

Maria, I have Motes tree, contact me or post another message let me know what line you need.
Jo

Russell Ceremony

JanelleWilliams18 — 2 May 2007 6:17:43 GMT

On June 3, 2007 2:00 PM there will be a ceremony honoring 2nd Lt. Benjamin H. Russell of Co. H l6th Alabama Infantry at the Evergreen Cemetery, Confederate Circle, Murphfreesboro, Tenn. This is Confederate Day at the Cemetery. A headstone has recently been installed for Lt. Russell after l44 years. I'm hopeing that family members from Franklin Co. can attend. Several membes of the distant family from Texas will be there.
Lets honor our Ancestor and family member for the life he gave.

Amon Garrett and Callie Robinson Franklin County,Alabama

celina — 18 Sep 2005 11:45:40 GMT

Does anyone have any info on Amon and Callie Garrett?Looking for obits on them and all their childrens names.Also looking for her parents.If anyone is linked to them I would also love to correspond with you.Thank you.
Celina
They are my gggrandparents.

Dixon's Stand?

lew351 — 12 Apr 2007 1:43:38 GMT

Looking for information on Dixon Stand,Franklin county Al. Also looking for information on Parker family from this area. My 2nd greatgrandfather Jackson Carroll Parker was born there in 1838. His father was William Parker from N.C. he was married to an Margerat Taylor. They had two other children Wesley F. Parker and Elisabeth Parker. They later moved to Laderdale county where they stayed.

Major William Russell

Elizabeth — 4 Jul 1999 12:00:00 GMT

Am searching for children of
Major William Russell.
Major Russell was "above 60
years of age" in the year
1813. By that, his birth
date must be circa 1750.
Would appreciate any
information about Maj. Russell.

Joseph H. Bounds

bookamer — 2 Feb 2007 6:13:24 GMT

Still looking for info on Joseph H. Bounds and Nancy or Joseph H. Bounds and Evina. Found each on Alabama census once. Not sure which one is my gggrandfather. Help!

I am looking for the family of CSA soldier Thomas G. Cofield

wwlsarandolph — 21 Nov 2005 11:17:39 GMT

I am looking for the family of CSA soldier Thomas G. Cofield, who died in Franklin County, he was the son of Thomas Cofield and Martha Fowler of Randolph County, Alabama, his mother left Randolph County with him about 1880
Thanks
Linda Ayres
wwlsarandolph@aol.com

Malissie BARNES 1880 Franklin Co., AL

kivey69 — 30 Jan 2007 3:46:24 GMT

I'm looking for information on Malissie BARNES who is listed as living at Pleasant Site on the 1880 Franklin Co., AL census. She is listed as widowed (age 31) with son James (age 12), daughter Lauria (age 4), and daughter Ida (age 9 months).

Malissie is actually Nicey Melissa CARR born abt 1848 in Cherokee Co., GA; daughter of James and Lauressa CARR. She married James BARNES 01 Apr 1866 in Limestone Co., AL. They had the following children (all born in Limestone Co.,AL):

1) James Wesley (b. 1867)
2) Annie (b. 1870 ??)
3) Ada Vandelia (b. 1873)
4) Mary Fannie (b. 1876)--my great-great grandmother & same as Lauria listed above
5) Ida Jenovia (b. 1879)
6) Posey Whitten (b. 1880)

Nicey Melissa and James divorced in Dec 1880.

I am trying to find out what happened to Niecy (aka Malissie) after 1880 because I can't find her after that point. Did she re-marry, leave Franklin Co. or die sometime between 1880-1900? Any information would be greatly appreciated.

info needed James B Malone b. 1820 Franklin Co., Alabama

Bruce_Eggum — 31 Jan 2007 3:08:00 GMT

James B Malone b. 1820 Franklin Co., Alabama
married
Kirby Carter (or Barber?) Cherokee? (paper smudged)
b. Alabama
Their son
James Henry Malone b. 1850 Franklin Co., Alabama
(Other sons names unknown)
Their daughters:
Rose Malone Alabama
Hannah Malone Alabama
d. 1924 Red Springs WI
married
Clara Estella Gardner b. 1858
Their Son
Harry Eugene Malone I b. 1888 d. 1960
Married
Leona Beilke b 1918 d 1990

Thomas Jefferson Orr and Maggie Elizabeth Ross Orr

skeddings — 31 Jan 2007 3:08:45 GMT

I am looking for information on my great great grandparents and hope that you can help. Thomas Jefferson Orr (Sr) was born in Alabama about 1850 and married Maggie E. Ross in Colbert County on October 31, 1872. Maggie was born about 1848 in Alabama. Mostly looking for inforamtion on Maggie. Her father shows to be born in Tennesse and mother in North Carolina. In found them living in Franklin County Alabam on the 1880 Census. I found Thomas Jefferson Orr Sr with another wife in 1900 in Oklahoma. It show that he has a daughter named Mattie B. that was born in Mississippi about 1890. I can only assume that Maggie might have died in childbirth or shortly thereafter. I do not know her parents name or any other information on her due to her early age of death. I have been told that she made it to Oklahoma and died, but have been unsuccessful in finding her grave. It is not with Thomas Jefferson in the Lebanon Cemetery of Oklahoma. Any information would be helpful.

Harvey, Lewis

Jim — 26 May 2006 1:34:34 GMT

Lewis Harvey
I am looking for the siblings, and parents, of my great-grandfather, Lewis Harvey, who was born in Alabama in 1825. Louis and his wife, Anackie (Adair?), were in the 1870 census of Fayette County, Tennessee. Anackie was born in 1830 in Alabama as was her sister, Aggie. In the 1870 census of Fayettte County, Tennessee, Lewis was enumerated after that of John W. Jones who brought his family and slaves with him from Tuscombia, Franklin County, Alabama in 1826. The land in Fayettte County was given to John W. Jones by Micajah Moorman, the father of his wife, Martha W. Moorman who purchased the land in Tennessee in 1824.
In the 1900 census, his sons, Lewis H. and Joseph, indicated that they were born in Tennessee, their father had been born in Alabama, and their mother’s birthplace was Virginia. Lewis may have been brought to Tennessee by John W. Jones. Jones’ parents came from Buckingham County, Virginia, and his wife, Martha Moorman, was born in Campbell County, Virginia.
The children of Louis and his wife were Lewis H., Joseph, Jeff, Jennie (Dink), and Victoria. The children of his son, Lewis H. and his wife, Alice Lambert, were Edward, Dora, Mattie, William Joseph, Lewis, Lucille, Ressie, Norman, Milton, George Baker, Nannie Sue, Cornell, Ossie Belle, and Alice.

Any information about his siblings and parents will be greatly appreciated.

Thank you.

Gravel Springs, Alabama

skymobile7592 — 31 Jan 2006 11:00:56 GMT

does anyone know where Gravel Springs, Al is located. I think it is in Franklin co>>>

Mars Hill Cemetery location?

Nancy — 19 Sep 2005 12:03:31 GMT

Can someone give me directions from Russellville to Mars Hill Cemetery. I do not know anything about Russellville so please start at a major highway. I will be coming in from Hamilton, AL. Thanks in advance. Nancy

Allen - Henderson

WilliamCreekmore27 — 31 Jan 2007 3:25:39 GMT

Searching for information on Mary Hixey Allen who married William Henderson Aug.13, 1901 in Franklin county AL. Trying to find out who are Mary Allen's brothers and sisters, and the children of Mary Allen Henderson and William Henderson. Mary Hixey Allen is the daughter of Nancy Creekmore born 1849 and David Allen. She is the grandaughter of Hixey Johnson B.1829 D.1864 and James Creekmore B.1818 D. before 1870. Any information will be appreciated.
William Creekmore
Booneville, MS. wmcreek@yahoo.com

Elijah McCULLOCH 1772-1856 (Seeking info on a painting)

Clay Blankenship — 26 Jul 2003 6:50:01 GMT

Seeking info on a painting that is said to exist of Elijah McCULLOCH (1772-1856). He was born in Mecklenburg Co, NC, came to Franklin Co, AL between 1810 and 1830 and was elected State Representative in 1840. I saw a book written by a local genealogist who had found an old painting of Elijah in an old Franklin County house. Does anyone know where this painting is?

Missouri Kati Demastus

William Creekmore — 31 Jan 2007 3:29:11 GMT

Looking for information on William W. Demastus and wife Missouri Kati who are shown in 1920 Lawrence county AL. census. Living in their household were David Allen and wife Nancy who were listed as father and mother in law. Believe Nancy's maiden name may be Nancy Creekmore who I have been searching for. Also believe one of Nancy and David's daughters had the middle name of Hixey, which was Nancy's mothers name. Any information would be appreciated.

Dhority/McRight

AnneRobilio32 — 31 Jan 2007 3:29:57 GMT

Seeking any information on Nancy Dhority, first wife of Lemuel McRight of Franklin County. Lemuel was a member of Roddey's 4th Alabama Cavalry during the Civil War. Nancy had a brother named Joe who married Molly McCorkle. Nancy died in a riding accident and Lemuel then married Nancy King Creamer. Any help appreciated.

Allen - Creekmore

william Creekmore — 31 Jan 2007 3:30:40 GMT

Looking for information on David Allen and family living in Franklin county AL. during 1900. Located in 1900 Franklin county AL. precient 21, Russellville AL. household 393 census are,
David Allen age 50 born in GA.
Nancy Allen age 49 born GA.
Mary H. Allen age 17 born AL.
Missouri K. Allen age 11 born AL.
E. May Allen age 1 born AL.
Any information about this family would be appreciated.

Franklin Co Marriages-pounders

LINDAHAINES — 29 Nov 2006 6:51:42 GMT

My gggrandmother, Sarah Elizabeth Pounders married my gggrandfather John Wesley Smither in Newsome Springs in 1861. She was born there in 1843. Trying to find John Wesley Smither's parents names. Thanks for any help I can get.

Russell's in Texas

Janelle Fisher Williams — 29 Nov 2006 1:59:12 GMT

Cory, haven't heard from you! I would like to have copies of the census and land records you have.

Please Help...Searching for my 2nd GreatGrandmother Katie F West

Michael A Parker — 19 Nov 2006 7:31:48 GMT

I am searching for Katie F West.Katie was married to John Gray.They had a son named John Filder Gray born 1891 in Franklin County,AL.Katie is a full blood Chickasaw Indian.Her father was supposely a chief in the Chickasaw Nation.I have been searching for Katie and her parents and siblings if any for over 2 years now.Other children by Katie and John are:Daniel born 1882 in ?,AL,William Jeppie born 1887 in ?,AL,Lucindy born 1885 in ?,Al.
Michael A Parker

Temple Sargent

Janelle Fisher Williams — 31 Jan 2007 3:32:21 GMT

Need the name of the cemetery where Temple Sargent is buried. This would be in Franklin Co.

Descendants of Andrew J. & Eliza Emeline Richeson Barnett

J.R. Green — 31 Dec 2004 6:10:16 GMT

Seeking descendants of Andrew Jackson and Eliza Emeline Richeson Barnett buried in Phil Campbell. Their children were: John W., James Oscar, Margaret A., Marion F., Joseph T., Viola F. Barnett Hamilton, Andrew J.(married Jennie Russell), Henry A., and Persa B. Barnett. Any info appreciated.

Major William Russell

Corey Holmes — 31 Jan 2007 3:42:07 GMT

I am related to Major William's son William Russell to moved to Crawford County sometime in the 1850. He had a Son William Henderson Russell who is listed in the census. William H Russell had a son Bean Russell. The family moved to Jack county Texas where Bean had a Daughter Lela Maud Russell. Lela Married My Great Great Grandfather
Joseph J. McClanahan... FYI While in texas William H Russell died. Shortly after that around 1868 all the Family was KILLED by Comanche Indians. The only Survivor ws Bean Russell. I have all the Census and Land Records. If you have any questions please feel free to contact me. I know I would like to know more about the Russells in Alabama.

Buckskin Flat Franklin Co AL

prestonmalone — 31 Jan 2007 3:45:19 GMT

Back in the 1920-1930 there was a community in Franklin Co., called Buckskin Flat. The Mckinneys, Malones, Gozas and severall other families lived there. I am curious to know where it was located.
Thanks.

Library or Society

mmakin491 — 9 Oct 2006 6:04:52 GMT

Does Franklin County have a genealogical/historical society or library with genealogical information? I checked the website on Rootsweb and there is nothing there.

Thanks,
Michelle

Higgins and Elijah Williamson

CPritchard — 13 Apr 2005 11:48:42 GMT

Looking for information on Higgins Williamson born abt 1828 in GA and his cousin Elijah born abt 1828 in TN. Higgins married Nancy Vinson in Franklin CO. They are listed in the 1850 and 1860 census of Franklin CO. Elijah was in Lawrence CO in 1850 and then in Franklin CO in 1860 and 1870.

John & Safronia (Mary) Vaden

coffman1 — 15 Oct 2006 10:29:23 GMT

I am looking for info on the John Vaden with wife Safronia in the 1860 Franklin Co. census.

Any one know this family, have any info on them?

In 1870 they were in Colbert Co. census. I have an idea they didn't move, it was cause Colbert Co. was created between the 1860 & 1870 census. Then where they lived in Franklin Co., became Colbert Co.

By 1880 Mary (Safronia or Safrona) was in Lauderdale Co., Tennessee with the children, but John is no longer in the household. 1900 Safrona is living in Haywood Co., Tennessee with Thomas J. Vaden and family. Census say Safrona is a cousin to Thomas. She is a widow, married 12 years.

I am not sure if I have found Thomas in past census. Says he was born in Alabama. Can't find a Vaden Family in Alabama that works out to be Thomas' family. If he was a cousin to Safronia, would have had to been a cousin by marriage, I would thing, maybe? So Thomas would be a son of a brother to John's dad.

Would appreciate any info on this family.

Thank you, Cathy

Reynolds - Mitchell - Bean Connection

Darrel Brown — 5 Sep 2002 12:18:53 GMT

Seeking info on Benjamin Reynolds of Franklin Co, Alabama and the connection with Wyatt Mitchell, founder of the extinct town of Wyatt in Lafayette Co, Ms. His probate records filed in 1840, name Benjamin Reynolds of said county as his cousin. Also mentioned are his friend Josephine Been, daughter of Jacob Been and land where Joel Been now lives in Lafayette Co, Ms.

Wyatt's sister was Mahala Mitchell who married a unknown Redding. A deed recently found in Tate Co, Ms identified the mother of Wyatt Redding (1820-1853) as Mahala, sister of Wyatt Mitchell . Other children of Mahala named in the deed were Franklin C. Redding and Margaret C. Redding, wife of John B. Freeland.

Mahala was the daughter of Thomas Mitchell who was a land speculator of North Mississippi. One known sister of Mahala is Harriett W. Mitchell (1812-1867), wife of Samuel Simpson.

Old Elam Church School

CathrynDeringtonWilks — 11 Oct 2006 7:51:57 GMT

Does anyone know where the Old Elam Church School was? My grandmother taught there. I have a picture of her taken in February 1910 with the all the students. I have the names of everyone in the picture! Her name was Carrie Lee Ferguson, daughter of Samuel Woodson Ferguson and Virginia Isabell Little.

Marriage for Horton-Stone?

JB7076 — 26 May 2006 2:07:36 GMT

I am trying to locate a marriage for a William W. Horton and Eliza ( I think her last name is Stone) in Franklin Alabama around 1871/72. Would like to find Eliza's maiden name.
Thank you for any help anyone can give me!
Jan Wigley/Beckham

PACE married HOVATER

Addie Glasgow — 1 Oct 2006 1:03:29 GMT

I need to know when Lewis Neville (Neavill) Pace, Sr. was born and died in Franklin or Colbert Co., AL and when he married Rose Hovater and their children. Thanks

ROBERTSON----ROBERSON

BETTY J STOWERS — 26 Sep 2006 3:07:20 GMT

Just south of Franklin Mobile Homes is a flea market and in the mist of the flea market is a grave with a marker that has the name ROBERTSON or Roberson with the name of JANIE 1925----1925. Mother name M.J. Father O.W.. After talking with the owner of the flea market I was told that Janie was stillborn and that a second girl later died but no marker was every put up. He also told me that the girls had a brother name Henry, the family lived across the highway from the flea market in the corner house.Does any-one know anything about this family. I have lots that belong to me at K.P. cemerty that I would have the marker put there if no one know where the rest of this family is bury at or know anything about the family. In checking all listing of the cemetry in Franklin county I am not able to find a Henry,M.J. or O.W.either under Robison,Robinson,Roberson, or Robertson.
The owner of the flea market said he did not have any objection to my moving them if I can only find out information on them.
You can e-mail me at RUBRIGI2@aol.com.
My phone is 334-382-9268
cell phone is 334-210-0029
Thank you
Betty J.Robison Stowers

Rose Hovater Married PACE

Addie Glasgow — 24 Sep 2006 7:35:47 GMT

If anyone know anything about Rose Hovater who married Lewis/Louis Pace---Are they buried in WILLIS Cemetery- Franklin Co., AL? Need help with this. Thanks,

Frances Jane Taylor Grubbs Jones

Karen Crisman — 22 Sep 2006 2:28:17 GMT

Looking for some info on Fannie. She was on the 1840 Russelville, Franklin Co, Ala census with her parents Absolum & Elizabeth Ryan Taylor. She was b. Feb. 1, 1836 in Ala. She died in Tx. She is not with them in the 1850 census. Supposely her 1st husband was Thomas H. Grubbs. Her 2nd husband was James Henry Jones. She m. her Jones husband in Lee Co, Ala.
I am trying to see if she was m. around 1850, since she wasn't with her parents on the census.