Edwards County ILGenWeb
Queries
2002

Surnames: NASH EDGE PENROD
Submitter: Lesa Nash Starnes (lesa33us@yahoo.com)
Date: 28 Dec 2002

I am looking into George Nash Family. He was born 1838 in England and Immigrated to the US in 1838. He married Elizabeth in 1861 and settled into Edwards County, Illinois. They had nine children: Hannah, Vincent, George A., Clara, Alice, Eliza, Frank, Alfred and Harriet. Also Looking for another George Nash born 1865 in Albion. Married Mary Catherine Chisim in 1883. Eight children were born: Harry, George, Gilbert, Charles A., Mae, Pearl, Hattie, and an infant girl who died shortly after birth. I am also looking into my Gilbert Nash 1895-1964 who married Gertrude Mae Penrod 1896-1957 and Gilbert Harold Nash 1915-1987. All these Nash's have lived in Edwards County Illinois at one time. Please contact me at lesa33us@yahoo.com if you have any of these names in your family tree. thank you Lesa Nash Starnes

Surnames: TURNER GUNN SMITH KRAMER DUNCAN PIXLEY
Submitter: Ramona MCCormick (LRMC1957@aol.com)
Date: 19 Dec 2002

Looking for information on the following families Monroe and Francis R. Turner Kramer,decendents of Benjamin F. Smith Jr. including the families of Turner;s Gunn,Pixley. Needing to connect with any relations of my great-great-uncle Rosander(z) Smith.My father passed away November 7I am wishing to find and connect with our Illinois families.

Surnames: PROCTOR COWLING HARRISON FOLLEY HENDERSON
Submitter: Scott Vickery (ppvick@fmtc.com)
Date: 12 Dec 2002

I'm searching for parentage of Allen Proctor b. 11 Dec. 1891 d. Apr. 1978 in Edwards Co. Ill. Allen's wife was Flossie Cowling daughter of Frank Lucian Cowling & Ida Henderson (also seeking info on Ida). Children of Allen & Flossie were Floyd (wife Clela), Katherine (Henderson), Mary Jane (Folley), & Frederick (wife was Wanda Green) Thanks: Scott

Surnames: SMITH MANN RICHARD ST.JOHN
Submitter: Jo Ann Scott (scottj53@charter.net)
Date: 29 Nov 2002

I am looking for Ezekiel Smith who with his wife Emily Frances St.John lived in Edwards county. He died in 1894 and she died in 1890. They were orginally from VA. Their daughter was Augusta Ann SMITH,INSKEEP,MANN,RICKARD. I believe Ezekiel's father was Samuel and his father Baldwin Bushrod Smith. Need help with Ezekiel, I have a picture of both of them to share if there is a connection. Thanks Jo Ann Scott scottj53@charter.net

Surnames: EIMERS OVER
Submitter: Deborah (DRock44858@aol.com)
Date: 20 Nov 2002

I am searching for information on a Great Uncle of mine, His name is George John Albert Eimers, he passed away sometime in the early 1900's, he was the Sheriff of Edwards County in 1880, and was elected Mayor of Albion twice. I would appreciate any info I can find. Thank-you very much.

Surnames: KNUST KNUTZ METZGER ALICE E. WILLIAM G.
Submitter: Anne L. Marsh (Johnson) (anne3067@yahoo.com)
Date: 16 Nov 2002
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I am looking for my Grandmother, Alice Edith Knust (Kuntz), and and Grandfather, William George Metzger's, relatives and desendants of Illinios and Main. Alice was born in Edwards County on January 29, 1889, and married William in 1914 in the same state. Prior to her marriage to William, she married a Mr. Voit. If you have any information on these person's and their decendants, please contact me at: anne3067@yahoo.com

Surnames: KNUST KNUTZ METZGER
Submitter: Anne L. Marsh (Johnson) (anne3067@yahoo.com)
Date: 16 Nov 2002

I am looking for my Grandmother, Alice Edith Knust (Kuntz), and and Grandfather, William George Metzger's, relatives and desendants of Illinios and Main. Alice was born in Edwards County on January 29, 1889, and married William in 1914 in the same state. Prior to her marriage to William, she married a Mr. Voit. If you have any information on these person's and their decendants, please contact me at: anne3067@yahoo.com

Surnames: EVANS/FRY/SAMS KNIBBS
Submitter: Mary Lou Wardlaw (tommielouwardlaw@earthlink.net)
Date: 11 Nov 2002

FRY/EVANS/SAMS: Nora FRY b 1870 Wabash Co IL married 6 Mar 1889 West Salem, Edwards Co IL Walter H. SAMS son of Lot SAMS and Elizabeth. Nora FRY, daughter of Louis FRY (1800/1892) and Sarah (KNIBBS) FRY who are buried in Marion Cemetery, West Salem, Edwards Co IL. Any information will be appreciated.

Surnames: HOCKING LOUGH NADING PRICE FISHEL
Submitter: Dan Stevenson (Dan_Stevenson@sparta.com)
Date: 10 Nov 2002

HOCKING FAMILY OF Bone Gap, Edwards County, Illinois Richard HOCKING was born in 1813 at Cornwall, England. He died 16 Apr 1871 at Bone Gap, Edwards County, Illinois. He married Charity Temperance (went by Temperance) LOUGH on 22 Jul 1841 at Edwards County, Illinois. Temperance was born 06 Feb 1825 at present-day West Virginia and died 16 Jul 1898 at Bone Gap, Edwards County, Illinois. Temperance was the fourth of fifteen known children of Prudence Gibson (born 17 Apr 1800 at Virginia and died 02 Sep 1883 at Richland County, Illinois) who married the Rev. Peter LOUGH (b. 03 Feb 1792 at Pendleton County, present-day West Virginia and died 26 Apr 1860 at Pixley Township, Clay County, Illinois) on 25 Dec 1815 in Virginia. Prudence and Peter are buried at the Wesley Cemetery near Passport, in Clay County, Illinois. The family came west to Edwards County, Illinois along with Prudence's parents in 1837. They moved to Clay County, Illinois in 1844. Peter's father fought in the Revolutionary War. Temperance and Richard Hocking are buried at the Bone Gap Cemetery, Bone Gap, Edwards County, Illinois. Temperance and Richard HOCKING were the parents of eleven known children: 1. Henry HOCKING (20 May 1842 - 02 May 1856) 2. Warren HOCKING (22 Dec 1843 - 04 Jan 1916) 3. Peter HOCKING (1846-???) 4. Robert C. HOCKING (1847-???) 5. Susanna C. HOCKING (03 Dec 1849-03 Jul 1922) 6. Mary Jane HOCKING (23 Jul 1851-14 Dec 1856) 7. Ruann HOCKING (04 Dec 1852-24 Jul 1914) 8. Charles Marcelous HOCKING (May 1856 - after 1920) 9. Martha Loverna HOCKING (1858-24 Jan 1922) 10. Prudence M. HOCKING (1862-???) 11. Ansel A. HOCKING (1866-???) We continue with the son Charles Marcelous (Marcellus?) HOCKING: Charles Marcelous HOCKING was born May 1856 at Illinois and died after 1920 at Corning, Clay County, Arkansas. He married Eliza Eumestina Lucresta (or Eliza Ernistina?) NADING on 16 Dec 1877 at Bone Gap, Edwards County, Illinois. Eliza was born 22 Feb 1856 at Davidson County, North Carolina and died 23 Apr 1936 (in Arkansas?). Eliza was the second of six known children of Matthew NADING (born 12 Feb 1827 at Friedberg, Stokes County, North Carolina and died 17 Sep 1865 in North Carolina) who married Mary Ann FISHEL (born 14 Feb 1834 at Stokes County, North Carolina and died 23 Sep 1890 at Edwards County, Illinois) on 06 Apr 1852 at Forsyth County, North Carolina. Matthew NADING is buried at the Hebron Reformed Church Cemetery, on the Forsyth-Davidson County Border, North Carolina. Mary Ann FISHEL NADING HOESZEL is buried at the West Salem Moravian Church graveyard. Mrs. Mary Ann NADING married William J. HOESZEL (08 Sep 1839 - 06 Feb 1916) on 11 Mar 1869 at Edwards County, Illinois. Charles Marcelous HOCKING and Eliza NADING HOCKING were the parents of nine known children: 1. Edson Cook HOCKING (04 Aug 1878 - ???). Did he die young? or is he mixed up with his cousin Edson Cook HOCKING, son of Daniel HOCKING? 2. Ira HOCKING (03 Jan 1880 - ???), born at Bone Gap, nothing known. 3. Richard HOCKING (18 Jan 1881 - ???), born at Bone Gap, nothing known. 4. Wilbur HOCKING (26 Dec 1883 - ???), born at Bone Gap, nothing known, living with parents in 1920. 5. Everett HOCKING (05 Dec 1885 - ???), born at Bone Gap, married Buena PRICE, at least four children: Leo, Frank, George and Lorine Gladys; family lived at Sangamon County, Illinois in 1920. 6. Parley L. HOCKING (23 Jun 1888 - ???), born at Bone Gap, nothing known. 7. Loren HOCKING (01 Feb 1890 - ???), born at Bone Gap, married Maggie, lived in Clay County, Arkansas in 1920 8. Lavina HOCKING (26 Aug 1891 - ???), born at Bone Gap, married William Oscar ATTEBERY. 9. Mary HOCKING (04 May 1895 - ???), born at Bone Gap, nothing known. In 1900 the family (without the sons EDSON or PARLEY) was living at Bone Gap, Edwards County (ED 16, Sheet 12) Illinois. Also living with them was a niece, Lila HARRIS, born Nov 1880 at Illinois. In 1920 the parents, single son WILBUR and a niece, Iva HOCKING (age 19, born IL) were living at Cleveland Township, Clay County, Page 17, ED2, Sheet 7, Arkansas. Other records show Eliza was born 02 Feb 1857. Which is correct? If anyone has any information to trade on this family please contact me. Dan_Stevenson@sparta.com

Surnames: BOOTH WEST SMITH CHALCRAFT
Submitter: Bette Procknow (bprocky@proaxis.com)
Date: 27 Sep 2002

Am trying to find info on my 3rd greatgrandparents. James and Ann West Booth both from England. Their son Samuel married Ellen Theresa Smith Mar 11, 1863 in Albion, Edwards, IL. Ellen is the daughter of Charles and Elizabeth Chalcraft Smith. Samuel and Ellen moved to SD where they resided until death. Any info would be welcome Thank you

Surnames: SCOTT BROSTER COLES HARRIS SCHROEDER SAUNDERS
Submitter: Lyntha Eiler (eilerl@ohio.edu)
Date: 19 Sep 2002

I am looking for information on Joseph K. Scott and his son John K. Joseph married Mary Jane Coles Sept. 5, 1871 in Edwards Co. He was a farmer from Mason Co.,KY. He is buried in Edwards Co., IL. They had 6 children; Laura Belle (Broster), John K., Charles Lewis, Katie A. (Harris), Ella May (Sanders) and Mary Josephine(Schroeder).

Surnames: WYATT
Submitter: Jim Mading (madingj@execpc.com)
Date: 09 Sep 2002

To Sally Wyatt who was inquiring about the Wyatt's who cane to Edwards County in the 1820s. There are a number of Wyatts buried in Green Hill Cemetery, Richland County, Noble, IL. I have photos of two grave stones in this cemetery: J. Virgil Wyatt 1919 - 1995 and Margaret E Wyatt 1823 - James M. Wyatt 6-16-1940 to 11-2-1940 In the early 1940s, a husband and Wife Wyatt ran a county store in Wayne County. The husband was crippled from a fall. He landed feet first, broke his legs and these were thrust into his body. After that, he was disabled and of shortened height. He ran the grocery part by sitting on the counter. His wife provided the remainder of the work that required mobility. Does any of this fit with your family tree?

Surnames: WYATT
Submitter: Sally Wyatt (sjwyatt@charter.net)
Date: 28 Aug 2002

I am looking for information about Andrew, Joseph D., Charles and Nancy Wyatt who came to Edward County, Illinois about 1839 from Braxton County, WV. They were the children of John Major Wyatt. What happened to them?

Surnames: MORRIS
Submitter: Billy Morris (bbs120@msn.com)
Date: 19 Aug 2002

In the 1830 Edwards County Census, Holland Morris and Isaac Morris are listed. Can anyone supply any information on these two people. Holland married Sarah English in Grayson County Ky., in 1805. He moved to Illinois and was back in Grayson County Ky in the 1840 Census. If anyone can supply any information on him while he was in Edwards County it would be appreciated.

Surnames: MASON SMITH
Submitter: Trudy Mason Reno (SOTLRENO@aol.com)
Date: 14 Aug 2002

MASON I am looking for any information at all regarding the family of Ross & Lottie (Smith) Mason. I understand that they lived in Grayville IL. They would be my great grandparents. ANYTHING would be greatly appreciated!! Thank you

Surnames: BURTON
Submitter: Mike Burton (mburton@firstam.com)
Date: 14 Aug 2002

I am looking for info on a land patent to John Burton in Albion, Edwards Co., issued btween 1818 and 1828, the years that he lived there. Any other info on this family would be greatly appreciated.

Surnames: HUNT DOTY GIVEN GINTHER MCCLANE WRIGHT KENISON HILL WHITAKERS
Submitter: Jeff Given (jmgiven2@otbnet.com)
Date: 12 Aug 2002

My Father's mother was a Doty which we traced back to the Mayflower. Along the way there are some other families intertwined, Sterling Hill, James Hunt Jr., Whitakers, Dunnagan and Lambs. My mother was a Ginther from Albion and her grandparents were J. Ginther and V. McClane & Wm. Wright and Margaret Kenison. Anyone with any info. or interest in any of these families, please contact me. Jeff Given-Olney,IL -8/2002

Surnames: BROWN MICHAELS
Submitter: Joan Vining McGovern (jvmcgovern@mindspring.com)
Date: 07 Aug 2002

I am trying to trace my BROWN family and I am getting many stories. Is there anyone who can help me find the correct story? This is the story I have....
William BROWN b. 7 Aug 1778 and wife Rebecca Michaels b. 3 Mar 1785 Clinton, Maine m. 1805 left Maine about 1818 with the George Michaels family and maybe another Brown family. The next bit of information I have is William Brown died abt 1845 in OHIO and Rebecca Michaels remarried 9 Apr 1820 in Edwards County, Ill Something doesn't fit... Where they divorced? They had a son Samuel b. 11 Sep 1814 in Clinton, Maine....what happened to him? George Michaels Sr. may have gone to Albion, Ill but not sure ...where did he die?
I HOPE there is someone who can help me answer these questions....

Surnames: WALKER DENBO CRIGLER WELLS BOSTICK
Submitter: Sally Walker (sjwalker@filertel.com)
Date: 07 Aug 2002

I am researching the surname Walker and the surnames of the spouses. They were all born in Albion, Edwards Co., Illinois.
Jefferson Burrell Walker 1918-1977(sp. Frances Denbo & Dorcas Crigler)
Elbert Arnold Walker 1892-1966(sp. Annie Wells)
William Sherman Walker (sp. Kisier Bostick) Thank you!

Surnames: WILLIS
Submitter: Darrell Cole (dfc@mwa.ars.usda.gov)
Date: 07 Aug 2002

I would like to know where the Little Prairie Cemetery is located in or near Albion, IL. Looking for headstones for Wright Willis and Judith Weir Willis. They died in the 1840-1860 timeframe. Thanks.

Surnames: JETT BURNS
Submitter: Bill Rapp (rapper@geusnet.com)
Date: 07 Aug 2002

I am looking for the given names of the Parents of Happy Jett who married Francis Burns in Edwards Co. on 26 June, 1878.

Surnames: REID GARRISON
Submitter: Jane Pittman McIrvin (gmajane@hotmail.com)
Date: 07 Aug 2002

I am looking for Reids who were among the original settlers of Edwards County, particularly the parents of Richard Taylor Reid, my great grandfather. He moved to Wayne County in 1878 and married Zora Garrison in 1879.

Surnames: KUMRE
Submitter: Chris Lehrman (regis101@msn.com)
Date: 07 Aug 2002

I have several family lines born in Edwards County. Here are two: 1. I believe Jeremiah Kumre probably died in Fairfield where he had a Millers business. I'm only guessing at the age he died, so I'll guess around 1890 which would have made him 60. 2. His children were born in Edwards Co. Lovelia Kumre was born in 1850 and her brother, Solomon was born in 1851. Thank you for your help.

Surnames: MYERS HUNT
Submitter: Deloris Carmichael (CDCARMICHAEL@aol.com)
Date: 07 Aug 2002

I am seeking information on a John Myers who was born in West Salem, Edwards Co., Illinois on November 14, 1847. He was married to a Mary Florence Hunt born March 4, 1856. Do not know where she was born. He was listed in the 1850 census as I understand it as living in Illinois. Can you provide me with any information? Don's know his parents names, but think that they died in Illinois in Olney or Maguonar. Thank you for your attention in this matter.

Surnames: HOCKING
Submitter: ECKEM (ECKEM@aol.com)
Date: 07 Aug 2002

I am researching my family history. I need information on Hockings in and around Edwards county. thank you for your help.

Surnames: JORDAN DEMUTH
Submitter: Carl (luv2surf@evansville.net)
Date: 07 Aug 2002

levi and lavinia Jordan: Can be found in Posey Co. ind. 1880 census with kids william-Laura-sarah-Mary- Eldoro. They lived in Mt Carmel Carmi and possibly other places in Illinois. Family stories have it Lavinia was killed by a man in Carmi possibly called curley near a town or Community called STOKES. Lavinia and Levi were my maternal grandparents my Grand mother was Anna Jordan Demuth. Anna was born 2-24-1882 in Grayville. i need info on lavinias death and her maiden name. Thanks Carl

Surnames: BRIDWELL KEAGY
Submitter: Cathy Carlson (clcarlson@earthlink.net)
Date: 06 Aug 2002

I am looking for information on Laura Ann Bridwell and the Bridwell family. Her husband was Samuel B. Keagy of Mt Erie, IL. They both died in Diamond, Newton County, MO. Mr. Keagy's obituary notes that Laura Ann was from Edwards County IL.

Surnames: EDWARDS SPRAGUE
Submitter: Carolyn (Carolyn@nnex.net)
Date: 01 Aug 2002

Am searching for parents and wife of William Edwards, b. abt. 1833 in Ill.. Father was b. in Ill., mother in OH.. Have name of Elizabeth Clara for his wife, but no last name. William's first two children were b. in Iowa, the rest in Calhoun CO., Ill.. Thier daughter Sarah Ellen (Edwards) Sprague was my gr-gr-grandmother, b. in Calhoun CO., Dec. 31, 1872. Anyone know this family? Thanks, Carolyn

Surnames: SANDERS DIXON CASEY
Submitter: James Anthony"Tony"Keltz,Sr. (tkeltz445@yahoo.com)
Date: 17 Jul 2002

Genealogy researching my Great-Grandparents-JAMES CASEY SANDERS(1856-1921),& SARAH ELIZABETH (DIXON)BAILEY SANDERS (1859-1906).in Edward,White Counties,Illinois.and in Posey County,Indiana.Orbit reads member of the Ben Hur Lodge (Grayville,Illinois)? could any one tell me what was,or is the Ben Hur Lodge? Any information would be appreciated. Please contact-James Anthony"Tony"Keltz,Sr.(Ancestral genealogist)445 Belmont Ave. Wilmington,Ohio U.S.A. 45177-2824 Ph.(937)382-7744 or E-mail tkeltz445@yahoo.com /// tonykeltzsr@webtv.net / Thanks!------Tony.........

Surnames: MICHAELS PHELPS POTTORFF MUSGRAVE GOLD ASHBY MERRICK
Submitter: Lowell Gold (lowell@netdirect.net)
Date: 12 Jul 2002

I am researching my GGG-grandpa, William Michaels b. 10/6/1821 Edwards County and m. 4/26/1843 Edwards Co. to Louisa Lough. He might have served in the Civil War between 1861-1865, Company E, unit 2 IL US CAV CON and might have been admitted to the Illinois Soldiers & Sailors Home 12/3/1897. I am trying to find out his death date and where he might be buried. Any help would be appreciated.

Surnames: MORGAN
Submitter: Scarlett (scarlett1@bwsys.net)
Date: 11 Jul 2002

Hello! I am searching for a woman who lived in or near Albion in the late 1940's or 50's. Her married name was Eddie (Mrs. Clayton Morgan, Jr.) If anyone has knowledge of her, please reply to scarlett1@bwsys.net Thanks you so much

Surnames: WATSON NEWTON FORTNEY
Submitter: scarlett barnhill (scarlettntexas@txucom.net)
Date: 04 Jul 2002

Looking for burial place of Mahala (Watson) Fortney. Her husband,Wm. R. Fortney,is buried in Antioch cemetery in Wabash co.

Surnames: WILLIAMS WININGER
Submitter: George Macke (George_Macke@yahoo.com)
Date: 26 Jun 2002

I am looking for the exact date of birth and death of Williams Edward Williams. He was born in 1871, and died sometime between 1937 and 1967. He is buried in Browns, Illinois next to his wife Nancy Williams (b 8 Oct 1870, d 9 Jun 1944) and his step son John E. Wininger (b 11 Apr 1898, d 18 Nov 1958)

Surnames: TOOLEY MELROSE
Submitter: Brenda Evans (acesfan@evansville.net)
Date: 11 Jun 2002

Seeking any information about a TOOLEY family living in Edwards County ca 1820. One daughter, Elizabeth married William MELROSE in 1819. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

Surnames: BERRY
Submitter: Betty Moore (bcmoore@brick.net)
Date: 01 Jun 2002

I am in the process of trying to do genealogy on my Great Grandparents. I know they lived and died in Edwards County, Illinois (Town of Browns) They were as follows: Harvey Berry B: April 19, l852 in Richland County, Ohio I believe and D: April 27, 1940 in Brown, Illinois. Emma Marie Warfield B: January 25, l861 and D: June 12, 1948 in Brown, Illinois. I don't know how many children they had, but one of them was my Grandmother, Ethel Gertrude Berry. She was born on January 28, l878 (according to her marriage license she was born in Richland County, Illinois). She died on February 13, l952 in St. Louis, Missouri. Any information that you may have on these people would be greatly appreciated. Thanking you in advance. Betty Moore

Surnames: WHITAKER BELL ALLEN UPMAN
Submitter: Mark Blair (markblairhouse@aol.com)
Date: 28 May 2002

I am trying to find information James Allen Whitaker and Mary Ellen Bell. They married on 5 Nov 1863 in Edwards. Children: Robert Allen Whitaker (m. Emma Louise Upman-from Sweden)b. 20 Aug 1864; Mary B. Whitaker b. 9 Feb 1866; Della J Whitaker b. 3 Jul 1868. All born in Edwards. I know that James was the oldest of 8 siblings (Lee Ander, William, Mary, Sarah, Matty, Newton, Jane)though I do not know the parents. Since Allen shows up in consecutive generations, I think that it might be the maiden name of an earlier grandmother (BTW, it is also my middle name). Mary Ellen Bell's siblings were:Lucinda Bell, Harrison Bell, William Bell, Gibson Bell, and Ira Bell.

Surnames: MCCLANE
Submitter: Christy Wilson (cristewilson@hotmail.com)
Date: 26 May 2002

Does anyone know where the Wells cemetery is located?

Surnames: BELL CARNEY
Submitter: Wanda Rogers Ford (wlf1957@msn.com)
Date: 20 May 2002

I'am trying to find info on the family of George Bell Son of Thomas Bell who married Elizabeth Hemonwat-Hemmingway. George Bell is my G-Grandad,also any info on Carney family. Thanks,Wanda

Surnames: HARRIS SMITH
Submitter: Peg Olson (wolson@route24.net)
Date: 20 May 2002

I need a lookup on the marriage of Lela Smith to Charles Harris in the early 1900's.Also the birth of their son Howard Weldon Harris born circa 1915. thanks peg

Submitter: Roland Bauer (rb2@ezl.com)
Date: 25 Apr 2002

Is any one working on a Dawes family from c 1880s?

Surnames: SHERADAN HARPER TAIT SHER(R)ADEN FOX
Submitter: Donna Sheraden (donnasheraden1974@gmail.com)
Date: 17 Apr 2002

I am looking for info on Ann Sheradan and Joseph Harper who married in Edwards Co. IL on 24 Sept. 1853. Also looking for info on Catherine Sher(r) aden who married John J. Harper in Edwards Co.They had one daughter, Catherine who married a Tait.Catherine Sher(r)aden Harper had also married a Enoch F. Fox in Edwards Co. They had a daughter Adeline b.1865 and died in 1888. Any help would be greatly appreciated!! Donna

Surnames: EMMERSON WEST MCKIBBEN
Submitter: Kay Burns (gablemm@hotmail.com)
Date: 13 Apr 2002

I'm searching for the ancestry of Theresa Mary or Mary Theresa West, b. 8/11/1832. She married Lemen Fouts McKibben in 1856. I'm also looking for the ancestry of Mary Jane Emmerson or Mary Jane West, b. 3/4/1824. She married David McKibben in 1848. The four mentioned above lived part of their lives in Albion, Illinois. Thank you

Surnames: GOODART HEITZMAN LAND GUTEKUNST HAIZMAN CRABTREE ANTHIS ZUBER
Submitter: Helen Zuber Keusch (gkeusch@psci.net)
Date: 06 Apr 2002

I am trying to hunt down my Goodart (Gutekunst)-Anthis-Haizman (Heitzman) relatives, some of whom lived in Edwards County after moving from Wabash Co., IL. I have a lot on this line and would like to exchange. Other names associated with this line is Zuber, Land, Crabtree. Thanks so much. Helen Zuber Keusch gkeusch@psci.net

Surnames: KOSTER KEUSCH ZIMMERMANN
Submitter: Helen Zuber Keusch (gkeusch@psci.net)
Date: 06 Apr 2002

I am wanting information on the Koster family-- specially the line of Emil F. Koster, who died Feb 2, 1976 in West Salem, Edwards Co., IL. Emil was a child of John C. Koster and Maria Rosina Zimmermann. My hubby's g grandmother was Maria Anna Zimmermann Keusch-- an aunt to Maria Rosina. I have quite a bit on the Zimmermann line and would like to exchange. My e-mail is gkeusch@psci.net Thanks-- Helen Zuber Keusch in Dubois Co., IN

Surnames: CARNEY BELL GREATHOUSE SAMS
Submitter: Ben Carney (cnoschese@aol.com)
Date: 29 Mar 2002

Among the first settlers in Edwards County was my g-g-g-grandfather, Thomas Carney, who arrived about 1812. He traveled from South Carolina with his wife Nancy Susan Warmoth and the family of John Bell. The original Carney homestead was in section 34, near Samsville. Other families who lived nearby were those of Isaac Greathouse and Lot Sams.

Submitter: Mary Dolan (eaglebay@unitelc.com)
Date: 21 Mar 2002

Please help me locate my g granfather Abner Sams. He and his wife Mary (Compton) and children lived in Edwards county and I cannot locate them even through the 1900 census. Three of their children were born before that time and I just can't figure out where they are. Thank you. Mary

Surnames: MOORE WILLIAMS MELROSE KNODELL VALLETTE HALLAM
Submitter: Mark Tullis (mtullis@rdr.net)
Date: 12 Mar 2002

I am looking for any information on the following families, both my great-great grandparents. I am assuming they were in or around Edwards County. Levi Moore and Mary Melrose Moore Samuel Hallam and Henrietta Vallette Hallam I know that Samuel was in the Civil War, but I am interested in his parents, siblings, etc. Henrietta is of the large Vallette family of William and Laura Williams Vallette. Mary Melrose Moore is of the William and Sarah Sabina Knodell clan. But Levi Moore is a mystery. I can't seem to find any information other than his birth and death date. Thanks, Mark Tullis

Surnames: ATKINS MACOMBER
Submitter: James Hogg (jmshogg@aol.com)
Date: 08 Mar 2002

Writing in 1940 of her young days in Albion, Mrs Nellie Dalby recalled her father-in-law Samuel Dalby's band playing at the funeral of James Atkins, "a member of Mr and Mrs Macomber's family. He was the first soldier who died in the Civil War and was brought home for burial in the old cemetery." Is anyone able to confirm, add to, or dispute the details given about this soldier? James Dalby Hogg (England)

Surnames: BAILEY THREAD
Submitter: S Nye (snye@tir.com)
Date: 07 Mar 2002

Looking for information on Logan Bailey born 11 Feb 1886 died Jun 1966. Married Lydia Thread in 1905. Children were Chester (1906-1997) and Ruth.

Surnames: FERGUSON BOPP
Submitter: Alice Vandiver (Willow47@cs.com)
Date: 27 Feb 2002

Seeking information on John Wesley Ferguson living around the Bone Gap area,born 1852 in Ky.,died 1943 in Edwards Co.,buried at Sumner Cemetery in Lawrence Co. His first marriage was to Malinda Bopp born 1853-died June 16,1886. They had the following children. Della Alice-Aug.30,1873-Died Dec.5,1952- grandma Henry B.-1875 Emma E.-1878 Ira W.- Dec.1881 Callie M.- Oct.1883 Calvin-1885-died Apr.28,1908 John Wesley married 1889 to Cathrine ? born 1849-died 1929, they had the following children. Clara E.-1890 Inez P.-1892 On ggrandfather John Wesley death credit the informant was a Immogene Ferguson. It had Josh Ferguson as his father's name. Seeking information on Josh also. Anyone that is connected to this family please contact me. THANKS

Surnames: GILLESPIE SMITH
Submitter: Donna Yates (donay@fgi.net)
Date: 20 Feb 2002

Searching for information on: William Logan GILLESPIE b.1832 Indiana- d. 1887 West Salem, Edwards Co.,Illinois Married 1857 in Gibson Co.,Indiana Wife: Sarah A. SMITH b. 1832In. d. 1907 West Salem,Edwards Co.,Illinois. Thanks, Donna

Surnames: ODAM MARTIN RILEY HATFIELD LARGE
Submitter: Jacquie (mrsstrong1@yahoo.com)
Date: 17 Feb 2002

Clemantine MARTIN and Ira ODAM were married in 1861 at Edwards Co., IL-is anyone, in any way, connected to thie couple??? If so, please write! Thanks!

Surnames: SMITH GILLESPIE
Submitter: Donna Yates (donay@fgi.net)
Date: 16 Feb 2002

Searching for information on William Logan GILLESPIE b.1832 Ky.nad his wife Sarah A. SMITH b. 1832 In.of Edwards Co.,Illinois. I believe they lived in West Salem,Illinois. Thanks, Donna

Surnames: BROWN MICHAELS
Submitter: Joan Vining McGovern (jvmcgovern@mindspring.com)
Date: 14 Feb 2002

I am trying to follow the William Brown family as they along with the Michaels family came to Edwards County, Ill from Maine.( after 1818)Is there anyone who can do look up's on this family? I would be most grateful for any help!

Surnames: BROWN
Submitter: M. Boyd (mabtng@mindspring.com)
Date: 13 Feb 2002

Looking for info on TIMOTHY BROWN who married Margery (?). The only info I have is from 1850 Edwards County Census: TIMOTHY BROWN (age 39) and his wife Margery (38) were living in Dupage, Edwards County, Illinois. There were seven children living with them at that time: Matilda (17), Isaac (14), Hezekiah (12), Franklin (10), John (8), Harrison (6) and Thomas (1). I am descendent of Timothy's son John and would love some more information!

Surnames: HALLAM VALLETTE WILLIAMS
Submitter: Mark Tullis (tullism@cusd4.k12.il.us)
Date: 13 Feb 2002

I am searching for information on my great-great grandfather, Samuel Hallam. He was married to Henrietta Vallette,daughter of Willam and Laura Williams Vallette. I do not have any information on him. I am originally from Wayne County, Illinois.

Surnames: COWLING WARD
Submitter: James (Mike) Cowling (jmc3833@aol.com)
Date: 10 Feb 2002

I am researching the cowling family. There is a James Cowling listed on the 1850 census. Looks like his father was JOhn Cowling and wife Mary. John was born approx 1790 and Mary 1810. I think in England. James born 1834 seems to have been born in Edwards County. Other Children of John were Susan, William, Edward, Elizabeth, Charles. Any inof is appreciated

Surnames: MADING MADDING
Submitter: James Mading (madingj@execpc.com)
Date: 04 Feb 2002

I am seeking information about 2 people: Sylvester Mading and Andrew (Ambrose?) Jefferson Mading. Very little can be found about these two although I have found their names on promisary notes written by my gr-Uncle, James DeKalb Mading. Can anyone tell me when they died and where they are buried?

Surnames: BROWN MICHAELS
Submitter: Joan Vining McGovern (jvmcgovern@mindspring.com)
Date: 04 Feb 2002

I am trying to trace William BROWN and wife Rebecca ( Michaels) Brown who moved to Edwards County from Maine. They arrived in Edwards County abt 1818/19 with other members of the Michaels/Brown families. They had a son Samuel b. 11 Sep 1814 in Maine. ANY information about this family, ( other children, where they are buried,etc) would be appreciated.

Surnames: MOODY GLOVER
Submitter: Diane Hough (rdhough@ineffingham.com)
Date: 22 Jan 2002

Looking for information on John Moody, born 3/21/1847, died 6/8/1938. Married Eliza Jane Glover, born 5/7/1849, died 1/22/1924. They had 9 children: James, Lincoln, Emma, Charles, John, Ben, Effie, Lucretia and Fannie. John & Eliza are buried in Graceland Cemetery in Albion (Edwards Co), IL.

Surnames: CROSS
Submitter: Sandra Brandt (breandt@apex.net)
Date: 19 Jan 2002

I am looking for a Benj./B.F. Cross, who appeared on the Wayne Co. Census in 1865, with wife,"M", and children. He was b.1822 Tn. and I believe he might have been in Edwards Co. in the 1850's.

Surnames: HOOVER LARGE HASSELL HUNT JOHNSTON JOHNSON
Submitter: Jacquie (mrsstrong1@yahoo.com)
Date: 13 Jan 2002

My main line is the HOOVER line. It appears at least four Hoover brothers were born in MD-late 1700s and relocated to Edwards Co., IL. They were PETER, ELIJAH, HENRY, AND JOSEPH. Peter is my direct line. He either had one or two wives-Mary and/or Margaret-born 1808IL. They had 8-10 children, two may not be theirs. The children are Lucinda, Mary Ann, Mary M., ELIZA JANE/JEAN, Franklin, James, Joseph/Josiah, Washington, Margaret, and John. The children were all born in Edwards between 1827 adn 1839. THE OTHER SURNAMES MENTIONED ARE THEIR SPOUSES. Please write if you have or are seeking information on any of these Edwards Co. people. Thanks

Surnames: MCKENSEY
Submitter: Ruby Whitten (whittenre@aol.com)
Date: 07 Jan 2002

Does anyone know a Lyman McKensey (not sure of the spelling) or a Jim McKensey? Some in my family think my g grandfather Thomas Anniss may have lived with the McKensey family for a time (1880 or earlier). This McKensey family lived north west of Albion a couple of miles. Thanks for any information.

Submitter: Ruby Whitten (Whittenre@aol.com)
Date: 07 Jan 2002

Does anyone know what the numbers in the first two columns of the 1880 census of Edwards County stand for? I'm trying to locate the place where my g grandfather Thomas Anniss and his family lived. I think it was in the Bone Gap area but am not sure. On page 36 of the 1880 census there are two numbers 329 and 336 in front of his name. Any help would be appreciated.

Surnames: KUMRE CUMRE VANMATRE
Submitter: Patty Wilkinson (phwil@bwsys.net)
Date: 01 Jan 2002

Looking for any information on Emma K. Kumre. Born in Edwards County, IL on Feb. 5, 1855. Died in Decker Township, Richland County, IL on July 31, 1935. Had a brother, Soloman. Emma Kumre married Mervin VanMatre on Dec. 10, 1874 in Olney, IL. Emma's father was Jermiah "Jerry" Kumre, her mother's maiden name was Sarah Miller.

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