Index to Surnames in Posted Pittsylvania Co Queries

May 30 From: Freda P. Summar

Still looking for parentage for William Hiler, b. abt. 1798 in Va., Pittsylvania Co. Thanks

May 30 From: Barbara Bonham

WATSON, John b ca 1710 New Kent/Hanover Co. d 1802 Pittsylvania Co. VA. Currently researching the WATSON of Pittsylvania County ancestry. To join the study, write me either by email bfbonham@sprintmail or snail to 25 Cherry Road, Framingham MA 01701.

May 30 From: Bonnie Wiley

EAST, McBRIDE, SELLARDS, WILEY I'm searching for Asa Martin East and Mary Jane McBride, parents of my ggrandfather James Templeton East. Also looking for Hezekiah Sellards before moving to Walker's Creek. His daughter Jenny Sellards married Thomas Wiley; my 4ggrandparents. Bonnie

May 30 from Pat Latham

GAMMON\LOVELADYMy gr.gr.gr.gr.grandfather was JEREMIAH GAMMON born 1793 in Pittsylvania Co. Va. He married SUSAN LOVELADY born 1795, S.C. I would like info on either side as to who there parents were, and where the family came from before this location. I have their childrens names , they were all born in Tn. I have info stating Jeremiah's father was John Gammon ?? Any info would be appreciated. <br>

May 30 from Marsha McWilliams

ORANDER (ORRENDUFF) - BRADLEY - CRANE - BROWN - MARTIN families. Matthew Orander (various spellings) married Polly Bradley, Pittsylvania Co., VA. in 1791. Son, Wm. Pleasant Orander (b: ca. 1795) md. Nancy Crane, Jan. 12, 1826, Pittsylvania Co. She was the daughter of John T. and Margaret Crane. Wm. and Nancy's son, John Henry (b: ca. 1834) married Eliza Ann Martin on Jan. 5, 1874, Pittsylvania Co. After the death of Polly, Matthew Orander married Sally (Sarah) Brown in 1799 and moved to Rockcastle Co., KY. before 1810. Who was Henry Isaac Orander, living in Pittsylvania Co. at the same time as Matthew? Any and all information appreciated on these families. You may email me, or snailmail Mrs. Emily Massey, 1460 Talbot Rd., Pleasant Garden, N.C. 27313. Thank-you.

May 30 From: PJAFLA@aol.com

I am trying to find a MR RUSSELL who died about 1800-1814 in Pittsylvannia County Va. JANE TURLEY married a MR RUSSELL and had several children by him. She is listed on her fathers estate settlement in Pitts Co as JANEY RUSSELL her place of residence is Kanawha County in 1813. But she is head of house in 1810 with several small children a couple in fact 0-10. So I assume MR RUSSELL passed on. Her entire family moved to Kanawha Co so I guess she moved with them after MR RUSSELL departed this world sometime around 1800 or maybe a year or so before. I would appreciate any help or suggestions about this missing man. Thanks

May 30 from Janet M. Tetterton

I am looking for information on William McDaniel. He was born about 1730 (I don't know where) and died in Pittsylvania County in 1778. He was married to Anne or Annie Smith. They had eleven children - Catherine, Johnson, William, Clement, Chloe, James Smith, Collin, Nancy, Polley, and Joel They may have moved to Pittsylvania County from Halifax County. I would like to find out who his parents were and where he came from and any other infol

May 30 from Diana Holland Faust

I would like to contact anybody who knows of or has ever heard of an Emma Lea Bryant of Greensboro,NC; born 4/29/1894. She married David Holland, had two little boys (one born in Altavista)and abandoned them. I believe she died in Culpeper. I am her granddaughter.

May 30 from Richard L.Taylor

Am seeking information on parents of Sarah Litvia GRIFFIN (1852-1881) who married Richard Lewis WORTHAM (1844-1912) in 1870 at her father's home at Chatham. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

May 30 from NJLACE@aol.com

I AM TRACING MY FAMILY - SURNAME LACY AND HAVE TRACED BACK TO MY (4)GREAT GRANDFATHER. HIS NAME WAS DANIEL LACY. I HAVE BEEN TOLD THAT HE WAS BORN IN 1767 IN PITTSYLVANIA, VA. THERE IS A THEOP'L LACY LISTED FOR LISTS OF TITHABLES 6/10/67. DO YOU HAVE ANY MORE INFO ON HIM. WHAT ELSE WOULD I NEED TO FIND OUT IF THIS IS DANIEL'S FATHER?

May 30 from Freida Hamilton

FOLEY--Seeking info. on Mason FOLEY who died March 1, 1802 in Pittsylvania Co. Who were his parents? Who was his wife and children.

May 30 from Howard L.G. Dillard

I'm searching for information on seven Dillard brothers from Hurt VA. (Pittsylvania Cty) born 1850 - 1890. Names are Thomas,Henry,William,Jake, George,Willis and Maurice. I have some history on Thomas and Henry but nothing on the others. Any help would be appreciated. Thank You

May 30 from Janet Tetterton

I am researching William Barker's history. He was born about 1750 (I don't know where) and died in 1813 in Pittsylvania County. I don't know who he was married to or where he may have come from. His children, Thomas, Allen, Joseph and Zerena (Rena) all moved to Henry County. I'd appreciate any help.

May 26 From: Glenda Massay

Seek info. on JANE PEATROSS b. 1864, LUCY PEATROSS b. 1840. They appear on the 1870 African American census for VA. HOMER b. ?, ANN PEATROSS b.?, MARCELLA E. PEATROSS b.?, WM. L. PEATROSS b.?. They appear on the 1850 census for VA.

May 26 From: Barbara Bonham

WATSON, John b ca 1710 New Kent/Hanover Co. d 1802 Pittsylvania Co. VA. Currently researching the WATSON of Pittsylvania County ancestry. To join the study, write me either by email bfbonham@sprintmail or snail to 25 Cherry Road, Framingham MA 01701.

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May 7 From: Joe Garrison

Nancy A Eanes married James Riddle in Pittsylvania Co Va in early 1800. I am looking for her parents or any other info you have and will share what little I have. Thanks

May 7 from Dale Bright

I am searching for information on the children and/or grandchildren of James (Jim) Bright who is said to have lived in Danville, Va from around 1915 to 1940. He was born in North Carolina.

May 7 From: Willard Keeling

I would like information on Thomas Keeling born 1782 in Ireland and his wife Margaret born abt 1780 also in Ireland. They show up in Pittsylvania County Virginia about 1817. I would like to know where in Ireland they came from, if they are related to the Keeling's in Halifax County Virginia and information on where they settled in Pittsylvania and their children.

May 7 from Cathy Morris

Seth Caldwell born about 1745, father Hugh Caldwell, mother Sarah. Had brothers William and Hugh Jr. Listed in the Loudoun Co. tithables in 1765, 1772 and 1774. Believed that wife may be Elizabeth Hardy, sister of Solomon Hardy. Seth moved to Pittsylvania Co., VA about 1775, possibly to be near the brothers of Solomon Hardy, William, George and Benjamin. Seth moved to Montgomery Co., VA about 1787/88.

May 7 From: Gretchen Houston

Seeking information on the following persons:

JOHN THOMAS HILER b. 9/9/1889, married 12/16/1833 MARTHA A. VAUGHAN.

JOHN LEWIS who married a SARAH, a child was LYDIA ELVIRA LEWIS.

WILLIAM DABNEY SMITH who married JANE MITCHELL, a child was MARGARET LAURA SMITH.

Parents of MARY (MOLLIE) SUE JONES, B 1/28/1869 D. 7/25/1961

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May 7 From: Gretchen Houston

HYLER/ HILER: Seeking any information anyone has on the Hiler/ Hyler family, especially connections to the Lewis, Vaughan, Jones, Witcher, Drewry, Hartwell, and Fletcher families. Any tidbit appreciated!!

May 7 From: John Perkins

I have William Kearney Hall's book on the Perkins family, Descendants of Nicholas Perkins. I am looking for more infomation on James Perkins son of Peter Perkins or 3321 - 1 in the WHK book. I have not been in a library in VA in 16 years so I wonder if anyone has found out more about this James Perkins. I suspect that he was the father of Robert Perkins who is not listed in the WHK book and who was present in the Caswell Cty NC federal census returns from 1820 -1850. This Robert born 1785 in VA (1850 census) was the father of my great grandfather James Robert Perkins according to the family bible. This James Robert was well documented as Lt in 38th Va infantry and was living in Chatham VA according to the 1860 census, however he was born in Caswell Cty NC. If you could steer me to any information I would greatly appreciate it.

May 7 from Charles Barnes

I am researching Augustine SHELTON, born 1819 in Pittsylvania Co., VA, died 1905 in Smyth Co., VA. He married Elizabeth SHELTON, daughter of Vincent SHELTON and served in the Ringgold Battery from Pittsylvania Co. during the Civil War, as did his oldest son, Bennett D. SHELTON. I am trying to determine Augustine's father, and suspect that it was Bennett SHELTON, son of William SHELTON, a Revolutionary War soldier. Can anyone help me on this? Thanks!

May 7 from Ron Dawson

I am looking for any information on my grandfather and his family. He was George Thomas Coleman and he was born in Chatham, Pittsylvania County on Dec 4,1863. He later moved to Smyth County(Saltville) where his five children (Gerthel C, Sarah Elizabeth,Willie Mae, John Thomas and Roy Taylor) were born. He then settled in Washington County until his death in 1950.I am also interested in data on his wife Ollie Taylor Coleman and her family. She was born in Smyth County on June 8, 1876 to Thomas C. and Sarah Taylor. Any assistance will be appreciated and I will provide my data for your use if it is helpful.

May 7 from Paul Clary

We are researching the Bennett Family. Here is how the line goes: Thomas Bennett b. 5 Nov 1603 Wiveliscomb Eng m. 17 Jul 1623 Agnes Beard John Bennett m. Mary b. New Kent Co., VA William Bennett m. 18 Feb 1684 Middlesex Co., VA to Mary Smith William Bennett b. King & Queen Co., VA m. Sarah Brumwell b 2Nov 1679 Middlesex Co., VA William Bennet b. 2 Jun 1703 King & Queen Co., VA m. Hannah Goad James Bennett b. Pittsylvania Co. VA d. 21 May 1826, m. Letticia William Bennett b. ca 1771 Pittsylvania Co., VA d. 19 Jan 1838 Wilson Co., TN m. 18 Mar 1797 Bedford Co., VA a Sally Neal Any information on this Bennett line or any correspondence greatly appreciated.

May 7 from Paul Clary

We are researching William Bennett b. ca 1772 Pittsylvania Co., VA to James and Letticia Bennett. William married 17 Mar 1797 Pittsylvania Co., Va to a Sally Neal. And then moved to Bedford Co., Va. James Bennett was the son of William Bennett and Hannah Goad.

May 7 from Woody Burnett

We are researching the family of GILBERT BURNETT SR. who married MARGARET "PEGGY" CUNNINGHAM in Pittsylvania Co., December 11, 1780. Peggy's father was THOMAS CUNNINGHAM. Does anyone know the name of his wife? Thank you.

April 22 From: Jackie Humphrey

Henry CRAIN/CRANE prob. b. ca 1800/1802 of Pitts Va perh. was the one who m. Elizabeth MCNEELEY 22 Feb. 1820 Pitts VA Surety Wm McNeeley. Henry was probably s/o Conrad Crain/Crane. He was said to have had ch. in IL and later moved to Critt. Co. KY where he was alive 1859. Any info. this fam. appreciated.

April 22 From: Jackie Humphrey

James Soyars Crain/Crane d. 1794 Pitts VA, wf Elizabeth survived him. He was related to James Soyars of Pitts VA. Was he related to Conrad Crain/Crane who d. 1818? Conrad not listed as an heir of James. Would like to correspond with desc. of either man.

April 22 From: Nancy Richardson

I am looking for any information regarding my grandfather Rev. John Bunyon Jefferson CHILDRESS who was born 20 Nov. 1872 in Pittsylvania Co (probably the Danville area). He died 2 Aug 1913. He married my grandmother Lelia Annie Delk Gwaltney in Surry Co. and later moved to Warwick Co. to pastor a church there in 1903. I think his father's name was William Johnson CHILDRESS and his mother's name was Cornelia Jane CHILDRESS but I know nothing more of them at all. Any info would be most welcome.

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April 22 from Patricia Strange

I am trying to locate my 2ggm who was Paulina or Porlina Dunbar born abt. 1832 place unknown. She is the daughter of William Dunbar who was married 4 feb. 1823 in Pittsylvania Co., VA to Elizabeth Giles. He died in Surry Co., NC. His father was Daniel Dunbar and mother PollyRiddle, no other information known. Elizabeth's father was Thomas Giles who married Lucy Easley on 27 Dec. 1806 in Pittsylvania Co., VA. If you are anyone could help me with an idea of where to look for further information on these lines I would truly appreciate it.

April 22 from Joy E. Miller

Zachariah Brooks b. 1817 m. Sarah Younger b. 1818; m. 4-25-1836 Halifax County. Marhta Younger signed as mother and guardian; Wits.: Wm. Perkins and James Younger, brother of Sarah. children of Zachariah and Sarah: from 1850 census, Pittsylvania census: Mary 12; James 11; Martha 9; Dolly 7; John 5; George 4 and living with them Hezekiah Brooks age 85, father of Zachariah. Zach was a shoemaker. My grgrandfather Zachariah Jr. was not listed--he was probably working for someone or ?? The same family is in the 1860 except, Mary and George. Added was Sally A. age 6 and Co9oper M. age 13. I still have more information if you want. Let me know.

April 22 from joyce austin

On 17 August 1801 in Pittsylvania Co. William DAY married Polley FORMBY daughter of Nathan FORMBY who consents. Surety Martin Farmer. . This was found on Page 31. Can anyone can give me more information about this family it would be very much appreciated. It's like they dropped off the face of the earth. I know they had one child Moses DAY and he married Celia REYNOLDS in Morgan Co. Ga. 1825. Mary married William H. MOORE abt 1806 (maybe Va or Troup Co. Ga.) Thank you!

April 21 from Jackie Torngren

Am interested in anyone researching the Soyars and Oakes families. My ancestors are James Soyars b Abt 1760 m Jane Oakes (b 7 Oct 1770 Louisa Co VA) 16 Dec 1793 in Pittsylvania Co d 20 Oct 1838 (Pittsylvania Co). Jane died 25 Nov 1858 Pittsylvania Co. Would like to find the cemetery (or cemeteries) where they are buried . I am descended through their son Major Soyars b 10 Apr 1795 in Pittsylvania Co.

April 21 from Patricia C. Denney

Lacking one piece of documentation on Thomas East b.1804 to complete my application for DAR. Sad to say, DAR will not accept "Thomas East of Pittsylvania Co., VA" by Ernest East as documentation that Thomas b.1804 is the son of Joseph East and Polly Bell.

April 21 from Jackie Humphrey

Does anyone know anything abt the fam. of John Crane, father of Frankey Crane who m. Joshua Childress/Childers2 Dec 1795 Pitts VA. Surety Richard Proctor. PollyTurleym. Robt Childress 1799 Pitts VA. Thos. Turley m Agnes Childress d/o Richard Childress. Zachariah Turley m Peggy Childress with Robt Childress Surety. Does anyone know the lineage of John Crane or the Childress family or where the Turley fam. were before Pitts VA?

April 21 from Jackie Humphrey

George Craft, Richard Bennett, Abram Rorer Jr. and Pleasant Phears were appraisers of the estate of Conrad Crain/Crane in Pitts VA 1822. Would like to know wives of these men and their lineage.

April 21 from Jackie Humphrey

Pleasant Phears/Fears/Fearn was involved in the estate of Conrad Crain/Crain and of John Turley in the 1800's in Pitts VA. Does anyone know his lineage or whether he was related to these families or whether he was an official of the county that would involve him in probates in general?

April 21 from Jackie Humphrey

Catherine Craine/Crane b. ca 1807/11 of Pitts VA m Wm Nash 15 Oct 1827 Pitts VA. Surety at m. was John Turley. Arthur Nash m. Polly Turley 1807 and Floyd Turley was surety. This Turley connection implies a relationship to Conrad Crain/Crane. Does anyone know if Catherine was d/o Conrad Crain.

April 17 from Connee Kroeger

HAYNES, Henry b. 24 Dec. 1701 in VA was in Pittsylvania Co. in 1753 when he bought land there. He m. Mary ?SMITH? c. 1726 and d. 2 Dec. 1784 in Henry Co. His children were: William, John (my ancestor), Dinah, Henry Jr., George, May or Mary, Parmenas, and Nancy. Am trying to find Henry Haynes' parents.

April 19 from Robert Travelute

My fifth g grandfather, NATHANIEL HUGHES, died in Pittsylvania 1784 His estate was settled by his son JAMES HUGHES. He was married to REBECCCA . I do not know her maiden name. Can you help me. Also, I know nothing of NATHANIEL HUGHES prior to his purchasing property in Pittsylvania in 1766. Can anyone out there help me find where he was prior to Pittsylvania and who his father was. It would be very much appreciated.

April 11 from mosamma@xanadu2.net

Based on the will of Williston Talbot, Sr., Bedford County, VA, that after the death of Elizabeth Cocke, Williston's first wife, he married Nancy Keesee of Pittsylvania, with whom he had the following six children: Elbert Adolphus born Jan. 9, 1808 Gale (male) born Sept. 27, 1809 Mildred Ann (my great great grandmother), born April 18, 1813 Pollina Mettert born August 10, 1815 Adelina Williston born November 25, 1817 Melville Henry born May 4, 1821 Nancy had to post a $25,000 bond ensuring that she would educate the above children and 10 others previously born of the Williston Talbot, Sr., and Elizabeth Cocke marriage. Her father was named as Thomas in the will and I assume it is her brother, Charles Keesee, who is named as executor of the will, with her being named as executriz. I am seeking more information on her parents, her, her siblings, etc. I cannot read her death date on the paper I have but can get it from my mom. Her birth date is listed as 27 Nov. 1780 (Pittsylvania) and her marriage date 16 Dec. 1806. I am looking for more information on all of this. I would like to know where both Williston and Nancy are buried.

April 11 from Jennings Holland

I need the parents of the Thomas Hicks who married Nellie Stultz of Leatherwood on Dec. 26,1819. They lived in the area of what is now Axton, VA.(Sugartree/Sandy River/Brosville).

April 11 from Dawn Watts Westfall

Seek to exchange info. on CHEATHAM families in Halifax Co, VA. My ancestor was Elizabeth &Betsy CHEATHAM who md. Joseph Wyatt CHAFFIN in 1837 in Halifax Co. Betsy was born in Halifax Co. in 1813 to Henry and Hannah CHEATHAM. Henry (aka "Hall") was found in court records of neighboring Pittsylvania Co, VA naming him as son of Benjamin CHEATHAM. Benjamin is listed in Halifax Co. in 1820 census and also marriage records of some of his other children (Benjamin's) are found in nearby Charlotte Co, VA. Any info. on these CHEATHAMs would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!

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April 11 from Tracey Soucy

I am looking for any information on James Madison West (b 1853 in VA) He is buried in Danville,VA and died in 1923. He is located on the 1900 Franklin Co.,VA census with his wife Alberta L.(Short-Ingram) and their children Virgie, Ellen, and Claude. To date I have been unable to find this family on any other census before 1900. They were married in 1883.

April 11 from Dawn Watts Westfall

Seeking further verification that my ancestor Bird HARDY (b. 1793 Pittsylvania Co, VA) was the son of Joshua HARDY and Jemima DODSON, with Joshua's other sons Banister, Presley, Lewis, Elisha and Obediah. Family said to have migrated from Pittsylvania Co. to Stewart Co, TN. I have this information from a letter dated in 1966 and wonder if there may be an old genealogy written on this family. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks.

April 11 from Charles Ward

I am interested in corresponding with anyone researching the family of John GEORGE of Pittsylvania Co., VA. He was born about 1725 the son of John George (1704-1784) of Caroline Co., VA and his first wife, Mary (JORDAN) George. John George, Jr. (b.ca 1725) and his wife, Frances, moved to Pittsylvania Co., VA about 1768.

April 11 from Linda Skinner

I have been researching the DEAN family of Virginia. I would like information regarding Jacob DEAN whose is listed on the Land Deeds of Pittsylvania Co. in 1782 with land of both sides of the Sandy River. I would be interested in corresponding with anyone else who is reseaching the Dean family. I would be glad to share the information that I have.

April 11 from Steven Shelton

I am researching William Shelton married to Hannah Yates (yeates), Hannah the daughter of John and Elizabeth Yates. To date, I only know that William and Hannah Shelton are named in the wills of both John and Elizabeth Yates. John's will of 1777, Pittsylvania and Elizabeths(Yeates) 1793, Pittsylvania.

I have been unsucessful in finding Williams birth date, place of birth or proof of his parents. Do you know?

April 10, 1997 from Jodie Gee

Seeking information on William DOVE who married Susan STRADER. He fought in the Civil War.His daughter was Martha DOVE b.1 Jan 1858 in Pittsylvania Co.Va and died 9 April 1958 in Alamance Co.N.C. Martha married Haywood CATES.

April 10, 1997 from Jodie Gee

I am searching for the fathers of Patsy BREWER and John BREWER.

Pittsylvania Co.Va marriage records: Patsy BREWER -John BREWER 12 Aug 1782 Sackfield BREWER -Fanny Hopkins 14 Feb 1785 These families went to Orange Co.N.C.

April 10, 1997 from Dianna Mathis

Looking for informaion about John W. DUNN born February 22,1853 Pittslyvania, Va. Married Mary C. Davis on January 14, 1873. They had 4 children Zora, Ida, C.E. (son), and N.E. (a daughter). Zora was born Mercer Co., WVa in Sept. 1879 she married Andrew Lewis Holdren. John W. DUNN died November 28, 1928 in Mercer Co., W Va.. Am looking for his parents and possible siblings. John W. DUNN would be my GreatgreatGrandfather, his daughter Zora was my GreatGrandMother. Any help is muxh appreciated

April 10, 1997 from Kathleen Calkin

Searching for decendants of John Henry Johnson who lived in Danville, VA. in the early 1800's. I would like to exchange information. John Johnson was married and had at least one child, a daughter named Elizabeth.

April 10 from Des Steel Cumberland County: Tracing Jack GOODMAN born 1887 Cumberland County, son of George Jackson Goodman and Maria Seluma De La Rosa, christened 1863, the daughter of Elias De La Rosa and Josefina De Baca. Other Goodman children-Henry and Iris.Henry Goodman became a newspaper reporter believed living in Venice, California. Jack moved up to Montreal, Canada, about 1922. He lived in Jefferson Street, Danville, Pittsylvania County, Virginia in the 1920 census. Parents may have farmed in Cumberland County in the 1880s.

April 10, 1997 from Dorothy Lindseth

HASKINS, Sally, b. Virginia about 1790, father John Haskins as noted on marriage record. Married Larkin DIX, Jr., Pittsylvania Co. 28 Dec. 1813. Died Cooper County, Mo. between 1839-1845. Need full parentage and place of origin in Va. if not Pittsylvania Co. Larkin veteran of War of 1812 and received bounty land in Mo.

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April 9, 1997 from DJM700@aol.com

My (gggggg grandfather) Edward ADKINS b. bet.1740 and 1750,d. Jun 1826 in Pittsylvania C., VA, m. Mary? abt. 1775, Mary b. 1775 Pitts. Co. They had 6 children. Their son John (my ggggg grandfather) (Minister and blacksmith) b. abt.1776 Pitts. Co. m. Sarah (Sally) OWENS b. abt. 1776, d\o John and Edith PIQUE or PIGGS. John and Edith's son, William (my gggg grandfather) b. 1797 in Pitts. Co., VA d. aft. 1880 in Wilkes Co., NC m. Sarah (Sally) ALEXANDER in 1818 in Pitts. Co., VA. Sarah b. 1797 in Pitts. Co., d. aft. 1880 in Wilkes Co., NC. They had 7 children and of those 7 children one was Lewis W. (blacksmith) (my ggg grandfather) b. 1822 in Wilkes Co., NC, d. in 1903 m. Sarah LIPPS on Mar. 10 1849, Sarah b. 1829 in Wilks Co., NC, d. 1856 in Wilkes Co., NC, They had 4 children. Lewis then married Mary (Polly) STOUT (my ggg grandmother) 25 DEC. 1856 in Johnson Co., TN. Mary b. 1833 in Johnson Co., TN. They had 3 children. One was Victoria, (my gg grandmother) b. 27 Aug. 1856 NC, d. 6 Feb. 1952, Mountain City, TN, She married James Hampton b. 1848, d. Mar. 1897, 2 Feb. 1889 in Johnson Co., TN. Their daughter Fallie b. 9 Feb.1896, d. 6 Aug. 1981 in Wilm., DE m. Hillery LEWIS. Fallie and Hillery were my grandparents. I need all the info I can get and I sure will share what I have

April 8 from Fran West

Researching Benjamin TERRY ; Elizabeth IRBY family. Benjamin b. abt. 1704 Lunenburg Co. Father is James TERRY b. abt 1676 mother is Diane ROYALL. Looking for parents of Diane ROYALL. Elizabeth b. bfr 1708 is dau. of ?

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April 8, 1997 from Lisa Duitman

Am seeking information on Mary P. WALLER, born Chatham, Pittsylv CO 1 nov 1806, daughter of Robert WALLER. She married 16 jan 1826 to James MCCULLOCH (b. Jan 1826 Pittsylvania CO) and moved to Missouri with her family about 1838. Thanks.

April 8, 1997 from Lisa Jenkins

Looking for informatin on relative William Haizlip, Jr. moved to North Carolina. Listed in 1840 census for Pittslvania Co along with James, Samuel and William Sr. Thanks

April 8, 1997 from Rowena Williamson

I am looking for information on JOHN COX, His son JAMES, and JAMES' son JAMES JR. whose names appears on deeds in Pittsylvania & Henry Counties in 1776-1778. One of the Jameses was married to WINIFRED who released her dower rights in Washington County TN in 1787. James received a North Carolina land grant in Tennessee in 1790. A James Cox fought at Guilford Court House under Tarrant. Would like to find Winifred's last name, and any information on Coxes.

March 13 from Sharon B Garber

CLAYTON, GAMMON, MARSAHLL - Looking for info on Elizabeth M. GAMMON b7 Oct 1891 Pittsylvania Co, VA, and her parents William Whitfield GAMMON b 1860 and Lula R. MARSHALL b 1867, married 18 Dec 1884 Pittsylvania Co, VA.

March 13 from Dave Nance

Looking for information on DAVID NANCE, who lived in Pittsylvania Co., possibly in the Cascade Creek area. Died in Pittsylvania Co 1780. His children included William Howe NANCE, my g-g-gfather. It is probable that David's wife was named Mary (possibly CRENSHAW), and that after his death she married David SCALES. It is possible that David was the son of John NANCE (d. Pittsylvania Co 1782) and his wife Martha (d. Pittsylvania Co 1796). In 1782 Martha NANCE was the head of a Pittsylvania Co. household consisting of herself and one slave, next door to households of William NANCE and Clement NANCE, both probably either sons, brothers or nephews to David. Ring any bells out there? Thanks

March 13 fromwilliam welsh

Searching for parents of Hiram JUSTICE b. Pittsylvania Cty 1805 m Russell Cty. Jane Isom 1833. Land surveys Russell Cty 1850's d. Carter County, KY 1868.

March 13 from Linda Shorb

James HAMLETT (1823/26-1896 Pittsylvania Co VA, married Catherine Ball MAHAN. James' father is William. William's will dated 1825 mentioned James, Robert and Stephen B. Hamlett. Can anyone gieve me any more information on James's parents and siblings?

March 13 from Linda Shorb

Mary Elizaeth TAYLOR (1848-1909) married Joseph MAHAN. Mary's parents are Obediah TAYLOR JR. (1807-) and Elizbeth RIDDLE(1825-). Both families started in Pittsylvania Co VA and moved to Cherokee Co GA. Who are the parents of Obediah Taylor and Elizabeth Riddle of Pittsylvania Co VA?

March 13 from Linda Shorb

Susan Elizabeth FULLER (1838-1917) married Coleman MAHAN in Bartow co GA. Both the bride and groom were born in Pittsylvania co VA and moved with their families to GA. Susan's father was Maurice Solomon FULLER (1794-) and Nancy Overton HARRIS (1811-)of VA who also went to GA. Can anyone tell me more about Maurice and Nancy Fuller.

March 13 from Karen Trent

Am looking for parents and siblings of Blake Burl Trent b 1793 in Va.

Also need any info on Shadrack Boaz b 1751 Pittsylvania Co, Va Had son Thomas Boaz b 17 Nov 1780 in Patrick Co. Thomas had son Joshua b 18 May 1810 in Pittsylvania Co. Need siblings and any other info

March 13 from Mike Spainhour

Looking for information on the following: John Eddes (Edds,Eds Eades) b abt 1770 Campbell/Beford County Patsy Ingram Preston Edds b 1794 Pittsylvania County Robert Eads d 1804 Bedford County Jacob Piborn b 1730 Bedford County Isaac Aaron (Arn Aron)

March 13 fromDARYL L. POLLEY

POLLEY, POLLY & PAULEY. Looking to exchange information with anyone researching the above family names in Pittsylvania and surounding Counties prior to 1800.

March 13 from Tim Stewart

I am looking for any info I can find on the parents of Charles Moore Williams. He was born in 1814 in NC and lived most of his life in Stokes County, NC. That said, his family moved just morth of the Virginia line in the late 1800's, and I have been told to check just above Stokes County for his parents. One of his sons was a Daniel Hutson Williams, my Great Great Grandfather. Any help??

March 13 from Tim Stewart

I am from Greenville SC and wanted to place a query concerning several of my relatives that lived in this County during the early to mid 1800's. My Great Great Grandfather was Benjamin Gray Sr., born about 1832 in Pitts County. His wife was a Mary Ellen Holly or Harley. She was born about 1841. I am looking for any information I can find on both of their parents.

March 13, 1997 from Barbara Bonham

I am trying to help a modemless friend with her genealogy. Her research has led her to the WEST family of Pittsylvania and Halifax Counties. Her grandfather was Charles W. WEST who in his lifetime owned property on South Main Street in Danville.

Her grandmother told her they visited family in Clover.

Any help you can give will be greatly appreciated.

March 13, 1997 fromSusan Muster

AM SEARCHING FOR THE PARENTS OF JAMES REUBEN BONDURANT BORN 1836 NEAR DANVILLE, VA. JAMES A TOBACCO DRUMMER, WENT TO MISSOURI ABOUT 1860 WHERE HE MARRIED SARAH FINLEY. THREE CHILDREN BORN: ANNA, JOHN NEWTON, JAMES TOLBERT (MY GRANDFATHER). THE FAMILY LIVED IN LINCOLN CO MISSOURI IN THE 1880'S AND THEN MOVED TO TEXAS, THEN INTO INDIAN TERRITORY IN THE 1900'S. JAMES DIED 1917 WYNNEWOOD, GARVIN CO. OKLAHOMA. ANY INFORMATION WOULD BE APPRECIATED.

March 13, 1997 from Virginia Kimble

I am looking for a MOSES RICHARDSON. He was born in 1804. Wife Mary born 1800. Lived in Pittsylvania Co. Would like info on parents. Thanks,

March 13, 1997 from"H. Pflueger"

I am seeking information on the MILITARY PRISON during the American Revolution in Peytonsburg, which was formerly the county seat of Halifax, a small settlement in the eastern part of Pittsylvania Co. Are there any records in Pittsylvania Co. of theses prisoners and/or does anyone have information on documents which might provide this information?

My g-g-g-grandfather, CONRAD CRAIN (Americanized spelling), who died in Pittslyvanial Co. in 1817 (and whose wife was Elizabeth?) was thought to have been born in Prussia and to have come to the Colonies as a Hessian soldier. Therefore, in my search for his background, I am pursuing the possibility that he may have been taken prisoner and stayed in the county after his release.

March 13, 1997 from CONNIE L SHEETS

The tombstone of my 2nd great-grandfather, John W. WALTON, indicates he was born in Danville VA but does not give a date. From census data, he could have been born anytime between about 1819 and 1830. I first find him in Marion Co. IA in the mid-1850s. Anyone out there with info on the WALTONs in the Danville area in the early 1800s? Thanks!!!

March 12, 1997 from Wayne N. Tuck I'm trying to find information, parents in particular, of a George (W) Tuck. He married an Elizabeth (Betsy) Holder in Pittsylvania County in April, 1818. I suspect his father was a Cary Tuck of Halifax County, but I haven't been able to positively tie them together. The decendents of George continued to live in Pittsylvania County for many decades. My great grandfather, John William Tuck, moved to Idaho sometime after the turn of the century.

March 12, 1997 from Carolyn Crocker Dalton I am searching for information on my father's younger sister, Emma MILDRED CATHERNE CROCKER WYATT. From Pittsylvania County, married Stafford Wyatt from Martinsville. Last know address, somewhere in Richmond.

March 12, 1997 from CHARLES I. ALLEN My ggrand father was born in chatham his name was Green Clark. He married Lucy Ann Fitzgerald. I am searching for any info on either/both of their families. thanks

March 12, 1997 fromVirginia Swarts Trying to find info on my mothers family Her name is Mary Christene Booth born in Chappel Hill,NC to Wm Clark Booth and Eliza Ann (Bowers). Two sisters Sara Elizabeth and Nannie(nick name).Her brother Grover Cleveland died at age 19. They lived in Danville VA in 1907 when she married Ed.K. Broaddus. They worked in textile mills there. Any info would be greatly appreciated as we never met or knew anything about my Mother's family.

March 12, 1997 from James E. Inman I know there were some Inmans living in Pittsylvania County, VA in the 1790's and some of them migrated westward into Kentucky, where my people came from. I'm looking for the parents of a Golden Inman born about 1805, probably in Pittsylvania County, and possibly the offspring of one Edmund Inman and Fanny Thurman. Any help on this matter would be greatly appreciated.

March 12, 1997 from Ann Talbot Roberts-Parast I have a lot of information on the Everetts,Talbots and some on Lowrys, Cassells I think would help others. Would appreciate any help/am new at this. My mother got lots of info. 20 years ago, tracing back one family line to Williston Talbot/Nancy Keesee (of Pittsylvania)and the Revolutionary War. Have wills, etc. Would appreciate any help

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March 12, 1997 from Tracy Scearce Isley Calling ALL individuals with relations to Scearce/Scarce surname. Please send any info that you have. I am researching extensively this surname as I have found that they are descendants of one man that came to the county from Prince George Co., MD in the 1790's

March 10, 1997 from Terry Nolcox

Are there Free Negro Registers for the following Virginia counties: Albemarle, Grayson, Henry, Mecklenburg, and Pittsylvania? If so, have they been published or are they available on microfilm? I am particularly interested in the following surnames: Cole, Lile/Liles, Alcock, Stewart, King, Artis, and Harrison.

March 10, 1997 from Gene Hewlett

Martin HEWLETT son of Lawrence HEWLETT (wife unknown) was born in 1754 in HalifaCounty, Va He married Jane Harvey (or Henry) MOSLEY in 1783.

Childen:

i.Anne H. HEWLETT born 1784 in Pittslyvania County, Va. ii. Alfred HEWLETT born 1785 in Pittslvania County, Va. iii. Martha HEWLETT born 1787 in Pittslvania County, Va. iv. Samuel HEWLETT born 1788 at Greene, S.C. v. Lemuel Green HEWLETT born 1790 at Warren , Ky. vi. Thomas HEWLETT born 1792 in Hopkins County, Ky. vii. Marvell HEWLETT born 1794 in Hopkins County, Ky. viii. Augustine HEWLETT born 1796 in Hopkins County, Ky. ix. Isham HEWLETT born 1798 in Hopkins County, Ky.

I've confirmed the children's exhistance by census data of 1810 and later. I have no direct data on Lawrence ans Martin except other Hewletts I've contacted knew of Martin but not Lawrence.

I'd appreciate any assistance you could offer.

February 23, 1997 from Tom Justice

I am researching the Justice family that settled on Harpin Creek at the south bank of the Pigg River. John and Mary Hogue Justice. Their children were Thomas,William, Ezra,John Jr., Simeon, Mary and Alice(Allie). Ezra sold the grist mill on Harpin Creek in 1774 and dropped out of sight untill the 1810 census of Floyd Co KY. He appears along with his brother William and Williams grown children (William sold out in Pittsylvania in 1804 ) Does anyone know where Ezra lived prior to KY? I have a good deal of information on the descendants of this family except Ezra. William Justice died in Floyd Co. and his will probated in March of 1813. He mentions all of his children. Does anyone know the names of Ezra's children? I will be glad to share what info that I have. Thank you. 7 Time: 23:14:27

February 23, 1997 from SwftOtter@aol.com

Researching KEEBLE TERRY b. abt 1730 who married his cousin SARAH TERRY in 1787. Had son James Keeble TERRY b. 1799. It is quite possible that Sarah is a Sally. Name Sarah came fro IGI and Desc. of Keeble Terry's son James Kibble Terry. Also KEEBLE TERRY is somehow related to a John Wesley Warf. At least half the TERRY's listed in IGI are related to this man. Do not know who he is or why they are related. Any info. would be appreciated.

February 23, 1997 from Sbkim@aol.com

Mosias Jones will (Pittsylvania Co.) dated Aug. 18, 1796; Prob. Oct. 17, 1796, names children Elizabeth James, Mary Nance, Nancy Lee, Wilmoth Massey, Susanna Jones, Martha Jones, Dianitta Jones, and son Buckner Jones. Does anyone know where Mosias Jones came from, or who his wife or parents were?

February 23, 1997 from Ramona Supensky

I have an ancestor, John Mason, who may have moved there in his later years. He was in Person Co., NC married to Priscilla Wells; the last record of him was a deed where he was listed as from Pittsylvania County selling land he owned in Person County, NC. Priscilla, in the same year, made a deed of gift of slaves to her children, that she had received from her father's estate. The records I have checked in the Danville Library have not given me a clue about him or Priscilla.""

February 23, 1997 from Phyllis Starkey

MUSTAIN FAMILY LOOKING FOR INFORMATION ON R.A. MUSTAIN FROM PITTSYLVANIA AND HALIFAX COUNTIES. PARTICULARLY THE CIVIL WAR PRIOD AND 53RD VA. INF. RGT.

February 23, 1997 from Molly Shumate

I am trying to locate parentage of ELIZABETH JANE VAUGHAN b. 6/16/1822 who married WILLIAM HARRISON BURTON. They married by 1844 (first child born then). Once census record shows William was born in NC, another in VA. In 1844, he purchased land from JOHN S. VAUGHAN in Pittsylvania Co., VA.

February 23, 1997 from Molly Shumate

LUCY E. LEE b. 1852 m. 1/13/1874 Pittsylvania Co., VA. m. GEORGE AUSTIN. His parents: William C. and S. L. Austin. Marriage record shows he was a lumberer from ORANGE CO., VA. Her parents: Burwell and Elizabeth Lee. Family history says they moved to ALABAMA. Is it possible that anyone is following this line? Would love to hear from someone.

February 23, 1997 from Kimberley D. Franks

Thomas T., Frances, and Joseph Byrd were in Pittsylvania Co, Va about 1780. Thomas T. and Frances Byrd are later in Robertson Co., Tn. I am looking for their other family members. Is Joseph a brother to Thomas T. and Frances Byrd?? If anyone knows about this line, we in Tennessee will appreciate your help. The Byrds and the Choates were together and may have some past connection. They moved to Lawrence Co., Tn. about 1818.

February 23, 1997 from David Damico

I'm looking for people researechingg the SUTHERLAND family in early Pittsylvania Co & NC. Philemon Sutherland married Frances Penick of Prince Edward Co in 1782. They had at least 2 children, Hope Ann & Ransom.

February 23, 1997 from Letha Berry.

Researching POTTER family lines. I need information on Isaac POTTER and Sally OAKES. They were married on 19 Oct 1796, in Pittsylvania County, VA. Does anyone have any information on this couple. Will share POTTER family information with interested researchers. Any help is greatly appreciated. Letha Berry email address dlberry@searnet.com

February 23, 1997 from Charles A. Friedman

Need information on James Thomas Davis d/o/b 14 March 1844; d/o/d 27 Nov 1903. Pittsylvania County, VA. Thank you for your assistance. 4750 Bryant Irvin

February 14, 1997 from Jane Boward

I am looking for the family of Mildred BATES of NC,perhaps, who m Thomas GWIN (9 Jan 1772 Pit, 1825 or 35), s/o George Holmes GWIN of Pitsylvania Co. In an old application I found a statement that Mildred was the dau of James BATES and Betsy VAUGHN. Also our family history is that my grandmother's line is from Goochland, VA. There is a James Bates who m (2) "Mary VAUGHN".(Thomas & Mildred moved to IN c 1811).

Mildred & Thomas had dau, Nancy Arrington GWIN (m gggrandmother). She was named for her grandmother, Nancy Arrington who m George Holmes GWIN, mentioned above.

February 14, 1997 from Jackie Humphrey

CRAYNE/CRAIN. Need parents for Margaret (b. ca 1787/8) and Polly CRAYNE (b. ca 1803) both m. Pitts VA to 2 brothers John W. TURLEY m. 1818 Pitts. and Sandford M. TURLEY m. 1825. Both girls were heirs of Conrad CRAYNE in Pitts who also had an heir Nancy CRAYNE. The 2 Crayne/Turley families moved on to Caldwell Co. KY and Critt. Co. KY. and were related to Nancy Crayne in estate of Conrad; Jacob Crayne who m. Nancy Deboe 1881 in Critt KY;

Jackie Humphrey 3484 Saddle Brook Dr. Melbourne FL 32934.

February 14, 1997 from Carole F. Williams

Seek to exchange information with researchers interested in WilliamWILLIAMS of Pittsylvania Co. VA. (will dated 10 Dec 1777). Connections: Lewis WILLIAMS; Joseph Terry WILLIAMS; John WILLIAMS; James Mastin WILLIAMS; Thomas Terry WILLIAMS; David Champness WILLIAMS; William Mastin WILLIAMS; Dr. Croford WILLIAMS.

February 14, 1997 from Ellie

Information on George Prentice HERNDON (1857-1902) m. to Wilmoth Rachel PAYNE (1857-1926) They had 7 children one of whom was my grandfather, Lee Hartwell HERNDON (1886-1968).

Parents of Wilmoth were: Delphia Jane HALL and Joseph Thomas Payne.

Reuben Hall PAYNE was Joseph's father, I think.

The Herndons were all from Chatham, VA.

February 14, 1997 from Betty Cox

I am seeking the names of the parents of Obedience FARMER. She was married to Frederick BINGHAM in Pittsylvania Co. on 7 August 1812. Witnesses of marriage were William FARMER and John FARMER. Would also like to know their relationship to Obedience.

February 14, 1997 from Linda Shorb

Susan RIDDLE (1835-1896) married in Pittsylvania Co VA John MAHAN (1825-1916). Susan is the daughter of John RIDDLE. Who is her mother? Could someone give me more information on her ancestors? I am searching all the descendants of this family. 1997 Mahan Reunion will be in SC this year. It will be back in VA in '98 or '99.

February 14, 1997 from Linda Shorb

Celestia Ann JONES (1849-) m. in 1866 Henry MITCHELL in Pittsylvania Co VA. Celestia's parents are James JONES (1810-) and Mary HARRISON(1814-1876). I need to know more about Celestia's parents and grandparents of Pittsylvania Co VA. What do you know about the Harrison connection? Have searched many Harrison books in Salt Lake City but no luck finding Mary Harrison.

February 14, 1997 from Linda Shorb

John BALL (1749 Halifax or Spotsylvania Co VA -1828 Pittsylvania Co VA is the son of William BALL and Anne CARPENTER (-1864 Spotsylvania Co VA). John BALL married Molly and/or Mary (). John and Molly's great grandson wrote in a letter back home in 1900 that Molly was a PATTON. Is anyone studying the PATTONs of VA? Can you tell me who are the parents of Nancy/Mary PATTON BALL? This is a very important piece of information that I need before I can finish my book on the Mahan's of Pittsylvania Co VA.

February 14, 1997 from jxts60d@prodigy.com

Eliza WYATT m. 1844 in Cole Co MO Thomas Wright MAHAN(1817-1900 Cole Co MO). Both Eliza and Thomas are from Pittsylvania Co VA. I think Eliza parents are John J. WYATT (1791 Pittsylvania Co VA - 1884 Cole Co MO) and Jane (). Is this correct?

February 14, 1997 from Bob Shields

Looking for info on John Shields b. abt 1840. married elizabeth, lived in gretna, was captain in cavalry under hampton. any info appreciated.

February 14, 1997 from Eugene Stefan Barnhardt

Grandson of Mr. Eugene Hampton Chappell and son of Mrs. Thelma Barnhardt (both decesaed) of Danville. Related to Grover Clevelend Motley (deceased) of Chatham area. Researching Chappell and Motley lines in the area. Will share info.

February 14, 1997 from Kenneth Wayne Brown

My family is originally from Pittsylvania Co. and includes surnames of Cundiff, Brown, Power, Cassada & Robertson our collective efforts include over 4000 names. My 2nd cousin and I are currently working on the Cundiff family and hope to gain more connections to Bedford Co.

February 14, 1997 from Justine Lewis Jones

Looking for info about Solomon Nichols and Susanna Parsons who married in Pittsylvania Co. in the 1820s. Susanna appears in Lincoln Co. Missouri in the 1840s as Susanna Anson with a family of Nichols and Anson children. Am desc. of dau, Mary Ann, who married John Collard Cannon and came to Oregon in 1853, she dying on the Oregon Trail.

February 1, 1997 from H. Pflueger

Searching for information on CONRAD CRAINE who was known to live in Pittsylvania County, VA from after the Revolutionary War until his death in 1818 or 1819. His will was probated in Pittsylvania, Co. He was thought to be from Prussia, having come to the Colonies as a Hessian Soldier to fight for the British. His real name was not Craine, but something like KRAHN OR KHRANE. His first son, George (whose name was changed to GREEN when he moved to Kentucky), born in 1792, married Mary Polly CRIDER. Her father was Jacob Crider, who moved to Pittslyvania Co. from Lancaster, Co. PA before 1800.

February 1, 1997 from Robert Stepto

Researching several ministers in the county in 1870s and 1880s known to marry black couples in Staunton River District area: Peter ADAMS, Ambrose TARDY, James LYNCH, Alexander McLAUGHLIN, Benjamin KEEN. Did they have churches? Did the churches have locations? Did they marry anyone you know or are related to? TARDY married my ggrandparents in 1883: George STEPTOE and Tempy McDANIEL. They are related to COOK,WALLER, WOODING,TARDY, STONE,CLARK.

February 1, 1997 from Elizabeth Waller Kurtz

David George Waller, born 2-20-1803 in Pittsylvania, died 12-3-1884 in Texas, married (1) Mildred Slaydon 11-25-1826 (2) Ellender E. Brashears 1864 in Tennessee.

David's father is supposed to be:

Jonas B. Waller, b. 1770/1, d. 2-20-1815 both in Pittsylvania, married to Mary (Polly) Madding.

There is a question as to Jonas' parents being Zachariah Waller and wife Dianah. Zachariah's parents are said to have been John Waller and wife Ann. The only John Waller (1714-1775) and Ann that I can find are he and Ann Bowker. This John (4th clerk of Spotsylvania court) is the son of William Waller (3rd clerk of the Spotsylvania court).

I recently found reference to a John Waller who married a Miss Walters of Pittsylvania. This John Waller was supposedly the son of William Edmund Waller and Mildred Smith. William Edmund is grandson to Col. John Waller, but I have no reference to a John being his son out of 9 children I have listed.

David's siblings were:

1. Abner Waller, b. 1792-1800, m. Sarah Hall on 1-24-1815 2. Frances (Fanny) Waller, CA1796, m. James Myers on 2-14-1816 3. Lucinda Susanna (Lucindy) Waller, CA1800, m. Thomas Bolton on 4-20-1830 4. Jonas Memory Waller, b. 12-29-1803, m. Martha Washington on 11-25-1826 5. Sarah G. (Sally) Waller, b. 1805, m. Henry Mitchell on 12-11-1830 6. William Dennis Waller, b. 1810, m. Frances 7. Tabitha Leanor Waller, b. 1804-10 or 12, m. Ephraim Jackson on 8-7-1834

David left Virginia for Texas by way of Tennessee about 1820 I think. He was my 2nd great grandfather. I have my direct descendents from David and Ellender up to present time.

I have been researching the Waller line for about 9 years and perhaps because of my geographical location, all I come up with in my research are the Waller's of Spotyslvania. I'm sure there is a connection, but I have been unable to make it. I have documentation on the Spotsylvania line back to 1066 when Allured de Waller crossed the English Channel in the army of William the Conqueror, should you need any.

My question to you is if you're familiar enough with the Waller family to know if there is any reference to any of these folks on the internet, or in Pittsylvania. I've tried looking myself, but since I'm a brand new net person, I'm not too sure how to narrow down my search to be specific enough without having to look through 22000 entries!

February 1, 1997 from E Melton

I am seeking information on Ambrose Cook Hawker b ca 1730 Prince George's Co.,MD died ca 19 July 1819, Pittsylvania Co.VA. He married about 1759 Lydia Butt d/o Samuel and Elizabeth Swearingen Butt. Ambrose Cook Hawker and Lydia Butt Hawker had a daughter Drusella Hawker born ca 1759 married her cousin Ambrose Butt s/o Zachariah Butt who died in Pittsylvania Co., VA before 1 February 1799. Zachariah Butt served in the Rev. War . I am particularly interested in exchanging information on the Hawker and Sweargen lines but also have extensive data base on Butt line which extends to NC to KY to KS and TX.

February 1, 1997 from Linda Threadgill

Seeking info on WILLIAM MCKENZIE b 1855. 1920 death certificate of wife,EVALINE MCCALEB MCKENZIE shows son, ALONZO MCKENZIE living in Dry Fork. Any info on this family will be greatly appreciated.This family is either tri-racial,mulatto or afroamerican. Thanks

January 26, 1997 from Carolyn Brown

Wish to correspond with anyone researching the family John Barnett SHELHORSEand Mary HOOFMAN. Family lived in Whittles Depot, Pittsylvania Co., Va. from 1790 into the late 1800's. Children: (1) William; (2) Polly m. Wm. YEATTS; (3) Jacob m. Polly HAYNES; (4) Elizabeth m. James MOORE; (5) Susan m. Crispian PAYNE; (6) Catherine m. John HAYNES; (7) Jane m. Daniel MOTLEY; (8) Sally m. William JOHNSON; (9) Nancy m. Levi MOORE; (10) Henry m. Elizabeth BATES.

Carolyn H. Brown P.O. Box 2040 Roseburg, VA 97470-0413

January 24, 1997 from Dale Patrick Murphy

Researching the parents of Jordan Lacy - born Dec. 10 1803 in Pittsylvania County. Parents are John Lacy and Betsey Griffey Thanks,

January 25, 1997 from Mathis

Searching for any information on John, George, or William DRINKARD ...known to be in Pittsylvania County in the mid 1700/s and may have descendants who are still in the area. Any information will be most appreciated.

January 25, 1997 from Mildred H. Forsyth

I am researching my son-in-law's Pauley family and have traced it back to Edward Pauley, born before 1713, died 1770 in Pittsylvania Co., Va. His son was David pauley, born before 1733, died 1785 in Pittsylvania Co., VA. He married Agnes Adkins. How could I find the ancestors of Edward and his wife's name? Pauley is also spelled Polly, Polley, etc.

January 24, 1997 from Robert B. Stepto

Seeking any and all information about Dr. Patrick Dillon STEPTOE, grandson of the well-known James STEPTOE, clerk at the court of Bedford County for 54 years. Dr. Patrick Dillon STEPTOE appears in the 1860 census (free schedule and slave schedule) but never thereafter. Did he die in the War? Was he a physician in the War? Let me add that Dr. STEPTOE removed from Bedford to Pittsylvania county in 1859 to set up a medical practice and to marry Lucy CLEMENT. He settled in Chatham. Any and all information appreciated. Thanks

January 24, 1997 from Nabrin Harris

I'm looking for info on my family on James Harris.He was born in Pittsylvania Co. VA in 1772. He married Sarah(Sally)Yates, born in 1783: daughter of Stephen Yates , sister of Samuel Yates born 1-22-1776,who is buried at Yates Tavern in Gretna, Pittsyvania Co.,Va. I would appreciate any info you might have on any of the before mentioned or possiblely leads to trace back even further especially the Harris's. Any info will be appeciated. Thank you

January 22, 1997 from Dee Marsh

I am researching Matthew PAYNE & Jane Thompson PAYNE. Matthew is the son of David Payne from Pittsylvania, VA. They moved to TN then to MO. Any information would be appreciated. Thanks Dee

January 22, 1997 from Pat Tomkowiak

I live in Wisconsin but am doing my family tree and have found most come from Pittsylvania County in VA. Seeking info on Josiah Shields, Edmund Bingham and several others.Both were born in late 1700's.Do you know if they took state census back then? Well any info would be appreciated. I am new to the web so any clues will help. Thanks

January 21, 1997 from Dick Jacobs

I'm looking for any info on the following in Pittsylvania/Bedford/Campbell Counties:

Aaron Lowry Jacobs, Jr. married Mary Elizabeth Snow in Bedford County on 25 January 1859.

Abner Snow married Mary Ann Brown in Campbell County on 28 November 1836.

Also looking for origins of Henry Jacobs and wife Frances (Fannie), who was living in Pittsylvania County around 1800. His older children born prior to 1800 may have been born in Albemarle County.

If you have any info on these people I am very interested, and I have considerable data that I would be happy to share.

January 20, 1997 from Robert A. Amos

I am looking for info. regarding Jesse Ellis Amos, who was born in 1825 someplace in Va., I think in Halifax Co., but I have discovered no data to substantiate my thinking. Anyway, he married Mariah Howard of Louisa Co. in 1850, moved to Chatham that year and operated a wagon shop on 99 acres of land along the Danville-Lynchburg Road, now Rt.29.There were three children born, all in Chatham, Robert Francis,1851, my grandfather, Jesse Thomas, 1852 and Isabella, 1854. In 1855 Jesse moved his family to Reidsville,Nc. which is a short distance away.

In 1861 Jesse enlisted in the 3rd NC Regiment which became the 13th and he was in Co.K. I have his service record which does't consist of much. He died on 2/1/65 from an unspecified disease near Petersburg, Va. I have not been able to determine the location of his body, etc.

I would be grateful for any information you may have relevant to the foregoing.

January 21, 1997 from Frank Rice Jr.

I am searching for the parents of Thomas P. Paul, born Maryland 15 Mar 1804, Married Jane G. Dalton in Pittslyvania County Dec 9, 1829. In 1850 Thomas P and Jane Paul were living in Patrick county, va. Children included Micajah Jackson Paul, Columbus Paul. Hezekiah, Thomas w., and Vaden G. Paul..All these men are veterans of the civil war. Thomas P. Paul is my 2great grandfather. I have considerable info on the descendants of Micajah (my great grandfather) and would like to correspond with other Paul researchers. Micajah's daughter "Martha Flora Paul" was my grandmother. Thanks Frank Rice Jr. Rt. 1 Box 474 Diana, Texas 75640

January 20, 1997 from Mary Grace Dodson

Researching the surname Vance in Pittsylvania county : Matthew Vance was on the 1767 tax list and Abner and Matthew Vance are listed as taking the Oath of Allegience in August 1777. Need any information on these 2 men.

January 20, 1997 from Jack Short

Any information on Joel Short who moved from N.C. with his wife, Nancy Riggs to Pittsylvania County some time before 1825. He had at least one son born there name of Hiram. They later moved to Bototourt County, VA then to Roane county, WVA. Joel was in the war of 1812. I am up against a wall because I can not connect Joel to his father. Any info will be greatly appreciated..

January 20, 1997 from Sandra Watts

I am looking for family of Joshua Watts who lived in Pittsylvania County in 1794. He married Sarah Wright daughter of Thomas and Hannah Wright. Joshua and Sarah were married around December 1794 in Pittsylvania County. The moved in 1830 to Wilkes County, NC. Willing to share what I have.

January 13, 1997 from Jim Stegall

Seeking information on the father of my grandfather W.H. Stegall (William Henry). Our information only goes back to to the grandfather who was a farmer borned in Pittsylvania County March 11, 1858. He was married to Nacy Elizabeth (Bettie) Robertson or Robison on 12/23/1891. W.H. Stegall was a widower when he married the 2nd time and it is belived that he had one son by the prior marriage. Anyone who can crack the door of information on my great grandfather, it would be greatly appreciated. Footnote: I've seen different spellings of the Stegall name, some Stigall and others as Steagall, I don't which correct and this may be what has brought to this dead end.

January 13, 1997 from George Adams

I am looking for the parentage of Elisha Barbour/Barber (Born 1787, Franklin Co., VA) and also the parentage of his Second wife, Susan Farmer(born 29 May1787, Franklin Co,. VA). If you know anything about Elisha's first wife (with which he had one son; Henry, born 1808) please let me know.

(I have been looking in Franklin Co with no luck. Someone told me there were many Barbours and Farmers in Pittsylvania Co.)

After their marriage they moved to Wayne Co., VA/WV

Their children were: John Farmer Barbour, Samuel (My line), Rebecca, Martha, James H., Lucy, Joel, and Robert B. (Bob).

January 13, 1997 from Pat Cummings

BRAWNER, DURRETT, TURPIN-I am seeking information regarding Dozier BRAWNER who later relocated to Smith/ Macon Co., TN.....Dozier in Pittsylvania Co. ca 1770/1800.

Also seeking name of wife of William DURRETT living in Pittsylvania Co. as of 1767 and dying in Pittsylvania Co. in 1792 - any other info would be appreciated....

Also seeking any information on TURPIN family who may have been living in county ca 1770/80s.

January 13, 1997 from Dtrav10253@aol.com

I am looking for info on John Travis of Va (1768-1853), and his wife Sarah (1769-?) Was Issac (1809-1890) and Ellis Travis (1811-1879), their offspring? Both lived in Pittsylvania Co, VA, and Caswell Co, N.C. Thank You.

January 13, 1997 from Dick Madding

Looking for information on parents of Champion S. MADDING,b. Pittsylvania County 5 September 1801. Father possibly Felix C. Madding.

January 13, 1997 from Nancy McCowanObannon

Would like to exchange information on the family of Col. CharlesLewisand his daughter, Frances, b. abt. 1758, who married John Thomas of Pittsylvania Co.

January 13, 1997 from Fred Naef

I'm researching a Nancy Payne, born about 1755, who married Gabriel Richards of Pittsylvania County, Virginia in 1774. The marriage took place in Milton, Caswell, North Carolina, just over the border of Pittsylavania County.

There is a will of John Payne in the Pittsylavania County, Virginia, Abstracts of Wills 1768-1800, dated 24 November 1786 and probated 15 May 1781, that has William Durret as one of the executors and Gabriel Richards as a witness and provider of security. Nancy Payne is not cited, although William, Samuel, Josha, Rhoda, Charles, Rueban, and John, along his with wife, Elizabeth, are cited. Elizabeth was his second wife. The name Rhoda reappears later in the Gabriel Richards genealogy.

The 1787 census of Pittsylvania County cites Gabriel Richards, William Durrett and John Payne. The Pittsylvania County Deed Book mentions: 25 August 1768 John Payne of Goochland County; 18 June 1770 John Payne the elder of Goochland; and, on 23 June 1773 John Payne Sr. of Pittsfield County.

Any information about this Nancy Payne would be appreciated.

January 13, 1997 from Molly Shumate

I am trying to find out more information about JOHN QUINN. There is a citation in Pittsylvania Co., VA that says "The Court doth certify that it satisfactorily appears to them that JOHN QUINN late a revolutionary pensioner of the United States departed this life on the 6 September last. It was dated 11/1/1833.

In another record (I don't have date): A Councel for heirs of REDMOND QUINN decd. George May gdn. died and John S. May was appointed Adm. of GEORGE MAY & REDMOND QUINN, a legatt of JOHN QUINN.

There is a Will dated 7/2/1845 of JOHN QUINN. Only one mentioned was son REDMOND.

Question: Was JOHN Quinn the Rev. War pensioner father of John QUINN who left will in 1845?

January 13, 1997 from Mary Nelson

John Thompson m Mary Edwards, in Pittsylvania County in Sept 1812. This fits right in with my Great Grandparents. Their 1st child being born in 1814.As I have no idea where in VA they were from, I am asking anyone that has Thompson/Edwards info. to share. Have bible entry of all their children, they moved to Ky, then TN, and MS, where they lived for 40 yrs.

January 13, 1997 from Marilyn Otey

I am looking for information on Alcy/Else JUSTICE(1745-1815). She married Thomas WATSON. When were they married? Who were her parents and where was she born? Also looking for same information on Margaret MURPHY (ca 1770-1833) who married George WATSON.

January 7, 1997 from William Gary Wray

Seeking marriage, tax and death records for William Wray after 1811 and before 1820. He married a widow Mary Palmer (Cardwell) in Halifax Co in Dec of 1811. Wife with her two sons moved to Carroll Co in Tn with her older daughter from a previous marriage. No further record of William Wray.

January 7, 1997 from GunnRoad@aol.com

Gunn My research has uncovered a direct line to my family dating back to their arrival in Virginia in 1689. This line of Gunn's received a land grant in Caswell Co and the records are accurate. This info was found in a book, "The Gunn's" written by Robert R. Gunn in 1925. It has an extensive section on the "Virginia Gunn's". Would like to share information with other Gunn researchers.

January 6, 1997 from Tpayne1048@aol.com

Am looking for parents of Sarah Nance who married William Payne in Middlesex/Essex County, later moved to Pittsylania Co, where William d. 1818. 7 G-gparent of William Payne b. 1925 Pittsylvania Co.

January 5, 1997 from Chathampit@aol.com

Looking for ancestry of Joel STOE/STOWE who married HANNAH MORRICE in Pittsylvania Co Dec 17 1799. Surety was WILLIAM MORRICE. Just discovered that they are my ancestors--and not another line I'd been researching, so I have no information at all. Any help greatly appreciated.

January 3, 1997 from Carol Adams

Am searching for the parents of both Elizabeth Vaughnand William Haynes who married in Halifax County 1798. William died prior to 1808 when Elizabeth married for the second time to James Bailey, Pittsylvania Co. William may have been part of the Haynes from Amelia Co, but don't know. If you have any information on the parentage of Elizabeth VAUGHN or William HAYNES, please e-mail me. Would appreciate any help.