Queries - January to June 1997

PATTERSON
Martha E., b: 5 Jan.1840, d: Jan. 1929, Sevier Co., TN. m: George Washington Webb c1862. Did they marry in Jefferson or Cocke Co., TN? also..parents of Martha E.Patterson may have been, Cornelius Patterson and wife, Violet ? Again, may have been in Jefferson or Cocke Co.TN. Can anyone give me any information on Cornelius Patterson and wife, Violet ? Thank you
Donna Vaughn
Jun. 28, 1997

PARROTT/PARRETT
Thomas Parrott was born in 1798 in Parrottsville. He moved to Mendon, Mercer County Ohio with his wife Elizabeth Coil, and his father-in-law. He and Elizabeth had nine kids. One of them was Joseph J. Parrott. He is my great-grandfather. Joseph Married Harriet Waters in 1867 and had my grandfather, Burt Rolland Parrott. Thomas Parrott's parents were John Parrott (or Parrett)Jr., and Elizabeth Hall. The family descended from Frederick Parrett, who immigrated from Alsase-Lorrainge (between France and Germany) around 1737. He settled in Toms Brook, Shenendoah County VA. Thomas Parrott served in the Revolutionary War with his seven sons. He died in Mendon Ohio in December of 1880.
Brett Parrott
Jun. 24, 1997

JENKINS, POINDEXTER, YATES
John Jenkins, b. 1805, TN and wife, Cynthia, b. 1805 TN are listed in the 1850 Polk Co., TN census with 6 children. 1) Easter, b. 1830 Cocke Co.,TN married Samuel Yates; 2) Russell, b. 1833 TN; 3) Nancy, b. 1837 Cocke Co., TN married Pascal P. Poindexter; 4) Nelley, b. 1840 TN; 5) John, b. 1843 TN; 6) William, b. 1845 TN. My main interest is Nancy and Pascal Poindexter (my GGGrandparents) but looking also for any information on the parents and siblings of John Jenkins, Sr. and Cynthia's maiden name, her parents and siblings.
Claudine Putnam
Jun. 21, 1997

BRIZENDINE
Looking for Brizendine information: Thomas, wife Martha Davis, married Jan. 14, 1812, both died in Cocke County. Their children were Joseph, Abner, Martha Jane, Sarah Ann, Miranda, Joel, William, Eliza Jane, Thomas Jefferson, Alexander, Edward, and Arthur. I have information about some of these children and their decendants, but it would take too much room. I'm mainly interested in Joel, his wife Susan Masters. I'd be glad to share
Mary Lee Privett
Jun. 18, 1997

BELL/BALL, GREENE, POTTER
Looking for information on Mary Potter (nee ?), mother of Ellen (Potter) Greene, b. Jan 16, 1863, d. May 8, 1945. Mary Potter later remarried to Oary Bell (Ball?).
Joe Quickle
Jun. 19, 1997

AILEY, CATES, MCGAHA
Would like any information on the McGaha Family. William Russell McGaha native of Cocke County - his wife was Cynthia Ellen Cates they had one son Claude L McGaha, two daughters - Reba McGaha Jarrett and Eula McGaha Ailey. William McGaha died at the age of 74 in Charleston, Tennessee. He is suppossedly buried in the Charleston Methodist Cemetery. Any information would be greatly appreciated Thank you
Lisa Yates
Jun. 5, 1997

KELLY/KELLEY
I am searching for Kelly/Kelleys who were among the first settlers in Greene Co., TN. They settled in an area still known as Kelly's Gap. The first to come from Ireland was John Kelly/Kelley Sr. John had 14 or more children. One of his children Samuel, who later had a store in Kelly's Gap was my gr, gr, gr, grandfather. I recently visited the area, also Cocke County and met some of my family, it was very exciting. I also visited Kelly's Gap, which has been a dream for me since I was a teenager and found out that it existed. I would appreciate any information that anyone may have regarding this family's history or present. I am also related to the Norwood's whom I believe originated in Cocke, Co, (not sure) My gr., grandfather was Francis Asberry Norwood and his wife Laura whom I believe was a Reece.
Lesa R. Kelly-Paswater
Jun. 7, 1997

BRAGG, INMAN
I am researching Inman and Bragg that resided in Cocke County, TN in 1830. John Inman was married 1808 to Elizabeth Bragg by his uncle, John Inman in Cocke county. Who are the parents of John Inman? Who are the parents of Elizabeth Bragg? How is the John Inman that married John & Elizabeth related to John? The John Inman that married them is the son of Shadrach Inman who lived in Jefferson County, but I can not make the connection. Can any one please help me to solve this puzzle. Have searched for years as to who the parents of John Inman might be, but have had no luck. John and Elizabeth moved to IL ca 1833.
Christina Mollahan
Jun. 1, 1997

BELL, MORGAN
I am looking for ancestrial information on the family of Lavinia Morgan thought to be from Green county- married to Newton Bell, Cocke Co. circa 1880-85. I would like to confirm suspicions regarding Huntington Korea disease heredity. Father may have been Philip.
Clayton Bell
May 31, 1997

BAXTER, TRITT, WILLIAMSON
Researching Baxter, Williamson, Tritt lines in Cocke County. Would appreciate any information about the following individuals: William Baxter, Nancy Jane Tritt, Lewis Williamson
Kirk Boley
May 31, 1997

BAYLESS, EVANS, RICE
Labon or his son Spencer. Labon Rice born abt. 1785 in Cocke County. Wife was Elizabeth Bayless, daughter of Hezekiah Bayless and Jane Evans. Appreciate any help given.
Kelly Tolbert
May 28, 1997

MCGAHA, TITTLE
Looking for parents of Nancy Catherine Tittle and Lucretia Tittle, who married brothers William and John McGaha and lived in Cocke Co, TN.
Bruce Price
May 27, 1997

FINNEY, HANTZ
Looking for Thomas Lee Finney born in TN 1829, died OK 1911 Who is parents Both Born in NC He married Emily Jane Hantz probably Cock Co., TN. abt. 1856. parents of Emily Jane. William Hantz and his wife Polly.
Leland M. Puckett
May 16, 1997

LOOKINGBILL, SHIRLEY
Seeking information on John Lookingbill who was inducted into service for War of 1812, at Newport also discharged at Newport. He may have married Louisa Ann Shirley in this area. Both are my g g grandparents. Would like any information on them, i.e. date of marriage/location, any children, their parents names and where did they go to. Thank you. Will respond. Leon Lookingbill.
Leon Lookingbill
May 16, 1997

HEATHCOTT, MCMAHAN
H. James, resided in Weakly Co. in 1850. Children Willis,Eliza, John, George, Richard, Mary Ann, James Ethridge, Nancy, William, and Emily. Seek information regarding H. James' marriage to Elizabeth Gaskins. Possibly lived in Madison Co. in 1830. John Heathcott married Artencia McMahan.
Pamela Gries
May 2, 1997

BENNETT, ESTES, FAGG, FINCHUM/FINCHIM, HOLDER, KIELY, MULLINS, SIMMONS
Names of some of my ancestors, Vincent Holder, John Henry Holder, Elbert Estes (Confederate veteran), & Alberta Fagg Estes. And John Bell Mullins. I'm not on line yet, but hope to be soon. So, please contact me at: 1172 Weaver Branch Road, Bluff City, TN 37618. Thank You
(No E-mail address) Carolyn Holder Hawkins
May 2, 1997

NICHOLS, PETERS, SEVIER
I am looking for info on Reuben Allen Peters and his father, Reuben Peters, in Cocke, Carter or Green Counties before 1850. Reuben Allen Peters married Rebecca Sevier, on 28 Dec. 1846 in Greene County and they are on the 1850 census in Cocke County. Reuben Peters married Elizabeth Nichols on 14 Aug. 1804 in Carter County. Any info will be appreciated! Other names that I'm searching for in the early 1800's in East TN are John Rector, William Mangrum, Mary Davis, James Hendley, Jane Nolen, and James N. Mangrum.
Curtis Peters
Jan 25, 1997

HENDRICK, MASONER
Searching for information on the Manerva Masoner who purchased land from W. A. Hendrick ? in Cocke County in 1882. Who was her husband ? Is she the same Manerva Masoner found in 1880 census in Wash. Co. as a widow ? Need help in identifying this individual.
Jean Masoner
Jan. 26 1997

DELMER, RAY, WARD
Seeking information on the family of Delmer Ray Ward, born 1927-1931. He was a member of 19th Infantry Regiment 24th Infantry Division, US Army, Korean War. He was listed as MIA, 16 July 1950, He died 16 November 1950. He entered the Army in Greene County, TN. Wish to contact member of his family or anyone with information about his family. He could have been a resident of Washington, Hawkins, Cocke or Hamblen Counties in Tennessee.
Dawn Peters
Jan. 23 1997

BIRD, BYRD, WILSON
Researching the family of Thomas Wilson and Sarah (Sally) Bird (Byrd). Thomas was b-ca. 1812 in South Carolina Sarah was b-ca. 1814 in TN. In the tax list of Cocke, 1839 in the 9th Dist. Thomas listed in the 1840 Cocke Co. Census. Thomas listed in the 1850 Cocke Co. Census. In the 1860 Cocke Co. census Sarah was listed as head of household, so Thomas died? between 1850-1860. Sarah's mother was living with them in the 1850 census. 1860 Census Children' names I know Jame, Charity, William, George, Byrd (my Line), Joseph, Mary, Sarah. Would appreicate any info.
Billie Duncan
Jan. 23 1997

BURLESON, COLEMAN
Seeking information on Isaac Burleson, that moved to Monroe County Tn. ca. 1825. Need name of his first wife. Was she in Cocke County? Did he marry his second wife Mary Coleman in Cocke County, or did he meet her in Monroe County? Was her father Jesse Coleman and grandfather Spencer Coleman in Cocke County at same time with Isaac Burleson ? Any help and information will be greatley appricated.
Edith Ward
Jan. 20, 1997

BRICKEY, MCADAMS
McAdams/Brickey: John McAdams married Mary Brickey about 1802, probably in Cocke Co., TN. Their chilren, b. In TN, were: Elizabeth, m. Isom Compton in Mo; Matilda, m. (1) Thomas Jamison & (2) Mark HonseyONSEY and Jemima, b. 1807, m. Silas Brickey. Mary Brickey McAdams m. Thomas Dobkins after the death of McAdams and they moved to MO in 1817. John McAdams may have been born in NC and I haven't located his death information. I would like to hear from anyone regarding this family line but am escpecially interested in McAdams as it may pertain to John. Donovan Yingst, Boise, ID.
Donovan Yingst
Jan. 16, 1997

COOLEY
Searching for John Cooley b. 1868, in the 1880 census he is in his father's (John F. Cooley and Catherine McClanahan Cooley) home in White Co. TN. By 1900 John has moved. He was a coal miner and had a half sister that married a Hodge that lived near Pleasant Hill, TN. She had a letter from him in the early 1900's. Stating he had been working in a coal mine in east TN, and that there had been a cave in but he was OK. this was the last anyone heard from him. Some ofhis family moved to West VA., IL., E. KY, and OK. Any help will be appreciated.
Hillra S. Qualls
Jan. 1997

JONES, MILLER
I am interested in this Jones line that came to Jefferson County between 1870 and 1880 from Cocke County. I am interested in any information that might help clear up who the father of Marvel is. I believe I know, but have no documentation. I believe he is the son of Wyatt Jones who is in Cocke County by 1840 (from Buncombe County). Wyatt IS the son of Stephen Jones and Stephen is the son of Joshua Jones who is thought to be the son of an early Allen Jones. I have much info on Jones that came from the Buncombe County area of NC. I would appreciate any help on this family ie cemetery records, death certificates etc. 1880 Census Jones, Marvel, Jefferson County, TN; District 5 Marvel 54 TN Dicy wife 48 TN, Steven son 22 TN, (William S. from 1870?) Milburn son 19 TN, (Myatt M. from 1870?) Alen son 17 TN, Mary dau 15 TN, Harriet dau 12 TN, Sherman son 10 TN, Laura dau 8 TN, Zora dau 6 TN, Martha dau 4 TN, Miller, Wm. s/in-law 26 TN, Miller, Malinda dau 25 TN (Matilda from 1870?) Thank you,
Patricia Bryant
Jan. 10, 1997

MILLER, RAMSAY, RAMSEY
Seeking info on my grandfather's first wife's family. She was from Newport,Tenn. A daughter of Jesse Ramsay/Ramsey and Martha Miller. She had a brother named Dewey Ramsey. Her name was Nancy. Her and my grandfather were married in Gastonia, NC. That is where she is buried. My grandfather's name was Lonnie Key. Any help would be greatly appreciated.
Walt Inmon
Jan. 9, 1997

Cocke County, TNGenWeb Queries January - June 1997

Cocke County, TNGenWeb
Queries January - June 1997