Archived Queries from July thru December 1999
Surname list for Lonoke County Archived Queries
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MILLS, WILLIAMS, STROUD, BROWN - George W. Mills and Elizabeth Williams married in Pulaski County Arkansas in 1850 and were on the 1850 census there in Eagle township. The nearest towns today at Keo and England which are both in Lonoke county. I am searching for information on cemeteries in that area that might have MILLS or WILLIAMS families buried there. I saw a list of the cemeteries in Lonoke county but without knowing where each were located it would be difficult to decide which one to purchase. Is there anyone out there who can assist me in the research of these two families? I will share what I have with anyone interested. I am also working on my Stroud and Brown families who were in Arkansas in the 1850's. Stephenie Thibodeaux 6280 North Hwy 105 Vidor, Texas, 77662. July 6, 1999
ROBINSON, LESLEY, HOWELL, DICKERSON - Would especially like info on wife of John Lesley. Noble Robinson July 6, 1999.
KELLEY, WOOLDRIDGE - Seeking information on the KELLEY and WOOLDRIDGE families. Thomas A. KELLEY m. Frances "Frankie" Marie Wooldridge 1909 in Saline Co., AR. Thomas d. Oct 1912 in or near Des Arc, AR. At the time that they were married, Thomas was living in England AR and Frankie somewhere in Pulaski Co. Interested in finding information on them, as well as Charles Kelley, who may have been a brother of Thomas (Charles had taken care of Thomas's two children, William and Ollie May, for a short while after Thomas passed away. This family has connections in the following AR counties: Pulaski, Lonoke, Prairie, Monroe, and Arkansas. PLEASE HELP!! Alicia A.Woolridge RR#3, Box 160 Sullivan, IL 61951, 217-797-5543 Wed July 7, 1999
WARREN - Father: James Caleb Warren Married: Mary Lorene Smith Children: Cleta Marilyn Warren Tarry Gloria Fayonne Warren Rochelle Naomi Ruth Warren Holt York Information on James Caleb Warren - Born January 16, 1876-77, Died October 1954, Obituary, anything. Naomi Ruth Warren Holt York. 2920 South Holly Street Pine Bluff, AR 71603, July 8, 1999.
BOSTICK, MCKEE, DAVIS - I am searching for Catherine Caldonia Bostick, her parents were Thomas Jefferson Bostick and Sallie A. McKee. They were married May 31, 1876, and the marriage was recorded June 4, 1876 in the county of Lonoke, Ark. Catherine Caldonia married a Miles Mexico Davis and his father may have been Elias N. Bostick. Catherine and Miles moved to OK, and censes of 1910 shows them to be living in Pottawatomie County in OK. Note in my late mother-in-laws Opal Helen Davis Moore's effects referes to a Homer Bostick an attorney in Cabot, Ark. No other information on Homer, but thought this might be some connection. Thank you very much for any help and of course will share what little I have. Karel Hinton Moore 2206 North Ridge Drive, Duncan, OK 73533. July 9, 1999.
Bobbitt, Brown - Mattie Bobbitt died in 1969 in Lonoke, Ark. Her husband was W. D. Brown, married July 10, 1910. I am trying to locate obituary to verify this is same Mattie Bobbitt Brown born in Barber, Ark about 1890 to Felix Monroe Bobbitt and wife (Name unknown). Tom Laepple 9229 Elm Tree Circle, Tyler, Texas 75703. July 10, 1999.
DUVALL - Looking for surname DuVall. I do not have much on the family. My grandfather was born late 1890's, he was Daniel L. DuVall, he died of heatstoke and is buried in MS. He died on July 4, 1941. He may have had a brother named John DuVall which may have been a step brother and he had a possible sister again 1/2 sister. It is believed his father was also Daniel DuVall. Daniel L. DuVall married a Cole. It is thought this DuVall line is from DuVall Bluffs and that the homestead was there [may still be] it is also believed John DuVall and his sister ended up with the homestead after there fathers death. Any help would be much welcomed. Lisa Herdahl 2038 Graham Road, Thaxton, MS 38871. July 16, 1999.
BOYTE - Interested in any information on James Henry or DW Boyte that lived in vicinity of Engaland AR. prior to 1930. Joseph F. Boyte 7495 singing Hills Dr. Boulder, CO 80301, July 16, 1999.
WOLKE - Would like a copy of an obit. of Rebecca E Wolfe born 5 Aug 1850 died 28 Sep 1899. She is buried in the Carlisle Cemetery. Will gladly pay for this and anything found about her. She was married to Daniel S. Wolfe and had at least one daughter Clara Thank you. Dorothy Reling 705 Oak Cawker City, Ks 67430, July 23, 1999.
Neeley - My Father Craig Franklin (Franky) Neeley was born July 21, 1918 in England AR. His father was William Neeley. what I wish to know is any information on my fathers birth certificate about His father William Neeley and my Grandmother Marga (Pruitt) Neeley. Middle name, age, date and/or place of birth. place of residence, occupation and address at that time. I have almost no information on my Grandfather and my fathers side of the family. Thank you so much for your help. Craig Victor Neeley 206 County Road 444, Hondo, Tx. 78861. July 24, 1999.
FIELDER, PERRY - I would like a copy of obituary for William Fielder who died in June of 1972 in England, AR. Also, a copy of obituary for William Fielder who died Feb. 10, 1989, in Lonoke, AR. T L Jacks 103 Cargill Street Pine Bluff, AR 71602. July 24, 1999.
MATLOCK - Looking for info. on Nathaniel B. Matlock who lived around Snake Island Flats around 1920. Had a wife named Ella (or something close to that). Any help is greatly appreciated. Tried looking at the cemetary listings but surprisingly I have to buy a book for that. What happened to the roots web philosophy of providing free info? Guess that don't count in Lonoke County. Any help would be appreciated. James Matlock 1749A Story Drive Fort Gordon, GA 30905. July 26, 1999.
IMHOFF, SHIVE, HAGAN, MONK - I'm looking for several ancestors who passed through Lonoke County, Arkansas at one time or another. IMHOFF, Victor b. 4 July 1900 in PA died 09 November 1921 in Cabot, Lonoke County, AR. SHIVE, Lois Alliene (wife of Victor) b. 3 Oct 1899 in Lonoke County, AR. SHIVE, Neely MacIntosh T. (father of Lois Shive)b. March 1871 in Prairie, County, HAGAN, Maggie A. (wife of Neely/Mother of Lois) b. 1876 in Lonoke County, AR. MONK, Comelia Monk (Mother of Maggie Hagan) b. 1850 AL died 1929 in Cabot, Lonoke County AR. MONK, Francis M. (Father of Comelia Monok) b. 1825 GA died before 1880 in Lonoke County, AR. If any of these families connects with yours, let's exchange information! Thanks, Tracey Converse 609 Colynwood Sherwood, AR. 72120. July 31, 1999.
HOLLINGSHEAD, MASHBURN, DEVINNEY - Looking for any information on the HOLLINGSHEAD Surname They lived in England (Lonoke CO.) main names looking for ,PG. Hollingshead, L.A. Hollingshead, Lois Hollingshead, Genva Hollingshead, Betty Hollingshead, Effie Hollingshead. Please e-mail me if you know of these people. Thank You. Barbara Bowers 417 Dupree Drive , Jacksonville, AR 72076. Aug. 1, 1999.
MCPEAK, BRANSON - I am desperately trying to find information on my Father's side of the family. His name was Shelby McPeak. He was born in 1892, in England, Arkansas. We never knew anything about his family as his parents died when he was around 7 years age. We don't even now his parents' first names. The 1900 census shows him living with his maternal grandparents. Their names are listed as George & Annie Branson, living in England, Arkansas. If anyone could shed any light on this, I would be so grateful. Thank you for your help. Virginia Matthews Aug. 1, 1999.
SHIVE, HAGAN, MONK - I'm searching for decendants of the following: Neely MacIntosh Shive b. March 1871 in Arkansas He was the son of Rufus Washington Shvie and Sarilda Jane Markette. Maggie Hagan b. 3 April 1876 in Arkansas. She was the wife of Neely MacIntosh Shive and the daughter of W. C. Hagan and Comelia Monk. W. C. Hagan b. in Arkansas Father of Maggie Hagan. Husband of Comelia Monk. Comelia Monk b. 4 Jun 1850 in AL. Daughter of Francis Monk and Margaret Henderson. Tracey Converse 609 Colynwood Sherwood, Arkansas 72120. Aug. 2, 1999.
HAYES, MOLOCK - Could someone look up obit or any info found for Maude Hayes died April 1985 in Cabot, Arkansas, per SS index. Thank you. Jackie Poore 2713 Lawrence Rd Wichita Falls, Tx. 76309. Aug 3, 1999.
MCKEE,STEWART,BOSTIC - I am researching my paternal grandparents John Robert Stewart m.1879 Calidonia Ann McKee. They lived in El Paso, Ar. until my Grandfathers death in 1921. My father Jack Stewart then moved to Lonoke and Grandma lived with them for awhile. She died in Lonoke in Jan. 1941. Grandma McKee had three siblings Sarah (Sallie Ann) born 1855 m. Thomas J. Bostic in Lonoke, Mary McKee b. 1857 and John A. (Buck) McKee b. 1862, Lonoke married Sarah Bostic. These McKees were in the 1870 White co. census showing E. McKee Female as head of household and the children. The death certificate for John McKee gives his place of birth as York Township Lonoke co. I understand there father died in 1867 and that E. Mckee moved to Lonoke where she died in 1909 according to family lore. I have also been told my a relative that E McKee was Mary Boardman, don't know if she remarried or that was her maiden name. Would like to learn the Identity of E. Mckee and her husband Any help would be appreciated. James A. Stewart 4318 Knoxville Ave., Lakewood, Ca. 90713. Aug. 4, 1999.
Hale, Bass - Searching for HALE and BASS descendants from Tipton and Shelby Co TN. Patricia Bass Nance 2712 Denise Benton AR. 72015 Aug. 7, 1999.
DUKE, HIGH - Sometime after 1849 and before 1880, the Wiley T. High family moved to Prairie or Lonoke County, Ar. They are on the Jasper County Ga. census in 1850. They moved first to Ala. where Wiley may have died. Mary Duke High and some of her children moved to Ark and then some of the boys ended up in Crockett Texas. Children were John W. , Elizabeth, Wiley Jr., Martha, Henry, William and Robert A. High. All born in Ga. Wiley Jr enlisted in the confederate army at DeKalb and was with Pratts Battery of Artilery attached to Parsons Texas Cavalery Brigade. J.High P.O. box 77, Shirley, Ark. 72153, Aug. 10, 1999. www.crystallady.com
DOSS - I am searching for any information on Charles Levi DOSS, aka Charlie or C L, born in AR in May, 1885. In the 1900 census, he is listed living with William D. HARRIS as a boarder in Indian Bayou, Lonoke CO, AR. Any help would be appreciated. Would like to find parents, siblings, his children, or anyone who has information on him. Rose Doss-Ziesemer RR 1 Box 58 E, Jewett, TX 75846. Aug. 12, 1999.
CHAMBERS - Tomes Lee CHAMBERS, born March 28, 1880 Place of Birth Unknown. Died January 27, 1912 Buried at the Legate Cementary in Lonoke. Married: Cora Ann Leggett or Leggit, or Legate Born April 15, 1885 Place of Birth Unknown. Buried at the Legate Cemetary in Lonoke. Children were as follows: Olie ( Helen) Chambers Married ? Butterworth Anna Chambers Born January 23, 1903 Married Don Hart. Jeff Davis Chambers Born November 27,1905, Married Lola Mrytle Rodgers, Ellie Mae Chambers Born September 19, 1907, Married Benjamin Franklin Bates, Beadie Bradford Chambers Born June 22, 1910, Married: Ruby Jewell Appleton On October 26, 1929 In Little Rock, Arkansas. Childred of Beadie Bradford Chambers: Baby Chambers born either 1930 or 1931, Evenlyn Chambers June 12, 1931, Cressy O'Neal Chambers January 30, 1933, Beadie Joe Chambers June 1, 1935, Cora Mae Chambers Sept 18, 1936, Margie Dale Chambers October 21, 1938. Looking for information on Tomes Lee Chambers and Cora Ann. If any one has any information regarding this line. Vicki Mc Carty Aug. 14, 1999.
STAGGS - Margarett Staggs, b. abt. 1887 in Lonoke, Ar., married William Elijah Dempsey on April 14, 1872 in Pulaski Co., Ar. They had two children: Annie and William Curtis. I would like ANY information on Margarett and/or her parents and/or siblings. I believe she may have had a brother named Thomas Staggs as in the 1900 Pulaski Co., Ar census, Thomas was living as a border with William Elijah - Margarett was not listed, therefore, presumed deceased. Am willing to share information I have. Mary Beth Dempsey Isacks 936 Trammell Dr. Baton Rouge, LA, 70815-6947. Aug. 14, 1999.
HELUM - C. Helum married William Elijah Dempsey on Dempsey 22, 1875 in Lonoke, AR. They had the following children: Ethyl, Maxine and Glover. ANY information would be appreciated. I would really like to know the name of C. Helum. I will be happy to share any information I have on the Dempsey family. Mary Beth Dempsey Isacks 936 Trammell Dr. Baton Rouge, LA 70815-6947. Aug. 14, 1999.
TURNER, DEMPSEY - Olive Lue "Loona" Turner married William Elijah Dempsey after 1900. She was born abt. 1887 in Lonoke, Ar. They had one daughter, Floy Cynthia, b. January 24, 1909, in Lonoke. I would like any information on Loona, Elijah and/or Floy. I will be happy to share the Dempsey information I have. Mary Beth Dempsey Isacks 936 Trammell Dr. Baton Rouge, LA 70815-6947. Aug. 14, 1999.
Black - I am looking for information regarding my paternal Grandfather, whose name was, I believe, Clyde Black. He was married to Beulah Holtshauser around 1930 and lived in England, Arkansas for many years. Sorry, that's all the info I have. Thanks. Charla Black Aug. 16, 1999.
WILLIAMS, MCROBERTS - Looking for any information on the Williams family-lived in an area called southbend. Also the McRoberts family from the same area. Jim Peterson 107 Pamela Lane Sherwood, Ar. 72120 Aug. 17, 1999.
ROSS - I am interested in the geneology of the family of Love Elliot Ross; my grandfather. He lived in Dewitt Arkansas for many years, but was for a time in Oak Grove where my mother, Freda Lou and here sisters and brother Love Elliot the 5th were born. I am interested in all information about this family. Sincerely, Mike Holmes 1803 Idlebrook Ct. Richmond, Va. 23233 Aug. 18, 1999.
BROUGHTON - I am seeking information on Job Broughton married to Cecila Ann Erwin about 1851 or 1852. I have deeds in Arkansas but can't find after 1860. Think perhaps they moved to California. Celia has a grave marker in Concord Cemetery , Lonoke County, Arkansas. Charlene Cunningham 120 E Fifth Street, Lonoke, AR. 72086. Aug. 22, 1999.
ROBINSON RUSSELL - I am researching Martha Madella Robinson who married Rev. Anderson Maddox Russell in Lonoke AR in 1872. In various records, she has been referred to as Wadella, Martha M., Della... To date I have not been able to identify her parents. I have information about the rest of her life, but have not been able to id her parents... Thanks, Dave Jenks 8510 Sutterfield Drive Colorado Springs, CO 80920 Aug. 22, 1999.
CLAY, TONEY - LOOKING FOR ANY INFORMATION ABOUT WILLIAM E. TONEY AND/OR JENNIE CLAY, BOTH FROM LONOKE CO. MARRIED SEPT. 26 1893 IN LONOKE, CO. THEY ARE MY GGGRANDPARENTS. ANGELA BAUER 217 N. YALE, WICHITA, KANSAS 67208 Aug. 28, 1999.
PETTY - We are looking for information on Thomas Ferguson Petty and Nancy Caroline Beckham Petty. Thomas was born 3-21-1863 and died 9-8-1935 in Cabot, Lanoke County, Ark. Nancy was born 8-8-1869 in Tn. and died in Arkansas on 11-10-1954. They had nine children. Otis V Petty, born 12-1897 and married a Minnie G, unknown last name; Gertrude Petty, born 4-1890, Patrick Petty, born 9-1892, Una Pauline Petty, born 8-21-1894 in Lonoke County, later married to John White and Virgil D Chapman Sr (my husband's grandfather), Blanche Petty, born 1897 married George R Martin, Albert B Petty, born bet 1901-1902, Bessie V Petty, born between 1903-1904, Amy H Petty, born bet 1907-1908, and Thomas O Petty, born bet 1911-1912. We believe all of the above children were born in Arkansas. Any information on the Thomas or Nancy, and their children would be appreciated. Deborah Chapman 210 17th St SE Minot, ND 58701 Aug. 28, 1999.
STRAWN, FARLOW(FURLOUGH) - CLAUDE STRAWN 1914-15 ENGLAND AR. (MY FATHER) WILLIAM STRAWN ENGLAND AR (GRANDFATHER) CATHERINE FARLOW STRAWN (GRANDMOTHER) LIZZIE FARLOW (MATERNAL GGRANDMOTHER). CLAUDIA WALDEN 49 BROOKWOOD DRIVE SOMERVILLE, ALABAMA 35670 Aug. 28, 1999.
POPE, EMERSON - I am looking for any information on the family of Henry Bainbridge Pope, who moved from Floyd County Georgia, to Lonoke County, Arkansas, possibly Cabot sometime in 1890. Henry died in Lonoke County September 21, 1898. I would like to know where he is buried, if there were any obituaries in local newspaper regarding his death, wills, or estate probates,etc. He had a large family, wife was Mary Elizabeth Bilbro Pope, who later moved to Alabama. One of his daughters, Sara (Sarah) Pope, married a J.L. Emerson. from Lonoke County, who died in 1916. Their children were Robert James Emerson, born 1903 in Beebe and Bessie Kate Emerson born in 1909 in Austin AR. Any information on this family would also be greatly appreciated. Betty Meyer 4 Bowser Place Curtin, A.C.T. 2605 Australia Aug. 29, 1999.
BRENTS, EDMON(D)SON, GRANT, HENSON, MCARTHUR - I do not know where she was born or who her parents were. The only evidence I have of her life is two marriage licenses one for 1890 and one for 1897 and the 1900, 1910, 1920 census records. She was born ~1870 - 1873, maybe as late as 1875 died 1942. (I have been unable to locate a death certificate on her only an obituary no social security either.) She was suppose to have a brother, Jim or Wayne Grant but I can't find him listed on anything! She was married 3 times and had children by all three husbands. All her children are deceased. She lived all her life in AR as far as I can tell. The counties I found her in, Jackson, Conway, Yell, Lonoke. She may have been born in OK, but it would have been before OK became a state. The names I have are as follows: Dora Adeline Grant (1st marriage) , M Malone, (children) Pearl married a Hail/Hale, Myrtle b ~1892 married W F Paine (2nd marriage) , Noah Strong Edmon(d)son, (children) Houston Grantson married Mabel McArthur, Charlie married Rose Senbill (3rd marriage) , Joseph Wesley Carlock, (children) Ruby several marriages, Hurbert married a Fry. Yvonne Brents Henson 1371 Kachina drive, Colorado Springs, Colorado 80915 Aug. 31, 1999.
WRIGHT, EAGLE, CONNOR, CONNER - David Eagle Wright of Lonoke County Arkansas married to Hazel Connor or Conner whose family was from Atlanta GA. Marriage took place probably in the early 1900's near or in Lonoke County. Both were my grandparents, also looking for connection to great-grandparents, names, place of birth. etc. Kathryn Luberski 7121 Copper Creek Circle Canton, MI. 48187. Sept. 3, 1999.
SHORT, LOWERY, GARRETT - Seeking info for grandmother Christine T Lowery, born Aug. 18,1913, in England or possibly Warren, AR. Parents names may have been Arch & Sally Lowery according to Missoulian (Montana) Obit. for Oct. 26, 1988. Montana does not release death records for 30yrs. She married my grandfather Ollie Lee Short from Woodruff Co., AR. Have not been able to find record of marriage. They lived in Augusta, AR. at time of my mothers birth in 1939. She was 4th child of 5 daughters born. Christine left children with their father and went to CA. I was raised by paternal gr-parents, so have no info on mother's side. Does anyone know of this family??? Deborah Petersen 17519 Heaton Ct.Magnolia, TX. 77355. Sept. 5, 1999.
DOSS, COYLE, TUTTLE, TREMAINE - In search of any info on CHARLES LEVI DOSS aka Charlie or C L. Was living in 1900 in Indian Bayou, Lonoke CO, and according to census was a boarder with Wm. D. Harris. Charles was born in May 1885. In 1920 was married to Gertrude Tremaine and living in Marshall, Harrison Co., TX working as a watchman for the RR. Later he relocated back to AR. Anyone having info on Charlie or his parents please contact me. Thank you! Rose Ziesemer Sept. 5, 1999. www.homestead.com/lakerose/index.html
DAULONG, JACKSON, GRIFFIN - Researching anyone with last name DAULONG in AR, especially Lonoke Co. Robert Milton GRIFFIN and Sallie JACKSON, their daughter Blanche GRIFFIN, married Francis DAULONG. Appreciate any assistance. Dee Dee King Sept. 6, 1999. www.familytreemaker.com
FLYNN, JOURNEY, TURNER - One of my g-g-grandfathers fought in Civil War. Lived in Lonoke County. Was a Flynn. My grandmother Ivern nee Journey was married to ? Flynn ( I believe he was called Winfrey although not the first Winfrey) My Mother and two siblings were born in Lonoke county. At one time my grandmother had a "hotel" in Humphrey and my grandfather was in the banking business. Anyone have any information on this family? Barbara Mikesell 706 N. Heights Dr. Roswell, NM 88201. Sept. 7, 1999.
COYLE, DOSS, TREMAINE, TUTTLE - I am searching for any info on I. M. DOSS m Cate LAUDERDALE 18 Jan 1876 in Lonoke CO. Rose Doss Sept. 8, 1999. www.homestead.com/lakerose/index.html
ETCHESON, KINCHEN - Luther Welton ETCHESON, b.1873, Putnam Co., IN married Dinah Lela KINCHEN, b. 1878, McNairy Co., TN. Married in Austin, Lonoke Co., AR. 13 Aug 1899. Myra Chambers Rt. 1 Box 2343 Jefferson, TX 75657. Sept 10, 1999.
McCLENNY, CHAMBERS - Daisey McClenny b. 1879, Ky. Father James A. McClenny, b. 1842, NC? Daisey married James David CHAMBERS, b. 1874, Jackson Co., AL. They were married 8 June 1895 in Lonoke Co., AR. Myra Chambers Rt. 1 Box 2343 Jefferson, TX 75657. Sept. 10, 1999.
JARRY, MISENHEIM - I'm looking for any information on my paternal grandparents. My grandfather was Edward C. JARRY, born in Lonoke County Arkansas in 1867. His parents were Edwin C. JARRY and Katherine MISENHAMER. Jan Cartron 12339 Shadetree Lane Laurel, MD. 20708. Sept. 10, 1999.
LUCAS,TIMS - I am looking for any information on Landon Crittinton Lucas b 1886 in Lonoke County, Ar. He married my ggrandmother Emma Berline Tims on 10 Sept 1908. They later came to Midland Texas. Thanks in advance. Robin Mitchner 4100 Silverberry Ave Fort Worth, Texas 76137. Sept. 12, 1999.
JONES, HARVEY - Albert Harvey, Elizabeth (Betty) Jones. Sandra Harvey 11021 Hixson Pike Soddy-Daisy, TN 37379. Sept. 14, 1999.
MORGAN, ROBERTS - Looking for information about LULL EVA ROBERTS (3/11/1879 to 1910) and husband ARTHUR WINFIELD MORGAN (July 1873 to 1947/65?) She was born in Butlerfield? Arkansas, possibly Lonoke county, and he was born in Paris, Henry county, Tennessee. Lull had a sister, MOLLIE, who married a man with last name of SMITH and lived in North Little Rock, Pulaski county, Arkansas. Lull’s brother WILL A. married MATTIE BAILEY and also lived in Pulaski county. LULL, WILL A. and MOLLIE ROBERTS were Cajun French and parents supposedly moved to Arkansas from Nova Scotia. Lull and Arthur moved often with their 5 children: CARRA ALMA and VERDA WILLIE (twins born 7/24/1898), ARTHUR PRASSIE “JIM” (8/12/1902), MONA LEE (1906) and FERROL (5/13/1908). Arthur abandoned children when Lull died in 1910. Family story that Will A. Roberts or one of his children was a mayor of North Little Rock. Would greatly appreciate any help. Barbara Smith 107 Oak Street Homer, LA 71040. Sept. 18, 1999.
Oldman, Long - I am looking for John Oldman who was in this county in 1900. Sandra Oldman PO Box 336 Yarnell, Arizona 85362. Sept. 20, 1999.
VAUGHN, DOTSON, GORDON - Looking for information on the family of James Rueben and Elizabeth DOTSON VAUGHN. They were in Lonoke County in 1907. Their son Rueben Perry VAUGHN was born in England, AR Oct 7, 1907. Rueben maried Bessie Lavern GORDON. Valaree Vaughn P.O. Box 965 Lovelock, NV 89419. Sept. 22, 1999.
STAGGS - Looking for information on Margret Staggs, mother of Annie Dempsey, and wife of Will Dempsy of Lonoke arkansas. Annie Dempsey married John W. Hollis in l895. Census says Annie Dempsey was raised in Lonoke. Death certificate shows her mother to have been a Margret Staggs. Roger Hollis Sept. 23, 1999.
DEMPSEY - Will Dempsey married a Margret Staggs, and had a daughter Annie, born in l873 in Arkansas and evidently raised in Lonoke, Arkansas. A l920 census taken in Lonoke, shows Annie's father to have been born in Georgia. Roger Hollis Sept. 23, 1999.
HARTLEY, GOSHEN - Looking for an Albert Hartley. Lived in Lonoke from abt. 1860 to 1920's 1St wifes name was Anne had 2 daughters Isabella and Sylvania. Married my Gr-Grandmother Nettie Goshen abt. 1880's.Their children were Emmet, Alice, Ella,Leon, George, Albert, and Gracie. My Grandmother Gracie was suppose to be born on a Indian Reservation in that area. Any info. on her or the Reservation would be extemely helpful. Katheryn Bacigalupi 2001 Victorian Ave. Sparks NV, 89431. Sept. 26, 1999.
HAGLER - Seeking descendants of Marcus Culpepper Hagler, born about 1848 in Union Co., NC; died Nov. 29, 1930 in Lonoke Co., AK. Son of Hiram and Rosanna Hagler. Helen Stambaugh 1000 Serpentine Dr. S. St. Petersburg, FL. 33705. Sept. 27, 1999.
ROSE, CANADA, HERRING, CUPIT, Hutto - Looking for any information on Thomas I Rose m Mary Etta Canada in Logan CO. Believe they came to some area of Lonoke County around 1916. Need information on Lum Herring and Dora Bell Cupit. No information on parents or siblings of this family. Lum Herring died in Humnoke June 1972. No record of death certificate. Dora Cupit Herring died in Stuttgart on July 06,1980. Need ancestors and descendants of these family's. Any help will be appreciated. Will pay for copies and postage for any help. Thanks. Emma M. Sanders 2341 Hwy. 138 East Tillar, AR. 71670. Oct. 23, 1999.
STEVENSON, BERNARD, BENHAM - Joseph STEVENSON and wife, Eliza BERNARD (or BENHAM) moved to Lonoke Co, Ar after 1880. His father James Stevenson died supposedly in Little Rock, AR in 1884. Joseph was the brother of my great grandfather, Clayton Stevenson. It is believed that Eliza was a sister of Clayton's wife and may have died earlier. Clayton died in 1909, James was living in Arkansas at that time. Susan Anderson 618 E 10th, Sedalia, Mo 65301. Oct. 25, 1999.
BEARDEN, BREEDON, MORGAN, HOPKINS - Looking for SABRE PRUDENT BREEDON or possibly Bearden b. Feb.12,1855 d. 1929 resided at Cabot, Lonoke Co. Arkansas, married Joseph Madison Morgan and they had a daughter Cora Jane Morgan. HELP! Anyone with answers please contact. Thank you. Norma Hopkins 301 W. Dennis, Edmond, Oklahoma, 73001. Oct. 26, 1999.
CAMPBELL, CLAWBORNE - Looking for information on John CAMPBELL Married to Ethyl Irene CLAWBORNE. Had a daughter Rosa Campbell. Rosa Campbell was born in Lonoke, on or about May 8, 1897. Rose Euer Nov. 1, 1999.
YOUNG, FREE, CHAFFIN, WRIGHT, METHVIN, GOLDEN - Seeking any family of Clyde YOUNG b AR 1892. Found as a visitor in James FREE household, 1900, Lonoke Co AR. James' second wife was Lizzie GOLDEN. Also as visitors in household were: Zina Catherine WRIGHT METHVIN CHAFFIN, widow of Wm CHAFFIN, and grandmother of young Clyde: Lillie Mae CHAFFIN YOUNG, Cylde's mother, b AR, wife of C.M. YOUNG. Virginia Flesher 3079 McAllister St. Milan, TN. 38358. Nov. 2, 1999. www.geocities.com/Nashville/Opry/1166/
HANNA - I am looking for any info on the HANNA family that lived in Lonoke there first names were Francis Hanna and his wife Mary Elizabeth (Boh) Hanna they had several children Francis Jr., Florence, John he married Sallie Lassiter and Mary. They came from Waukesha Co. WI. They came to Arkansas sometime in the late 1800's or early 1900s. If any of this sounds familer I would be glad to share notes with someone who has info. Lori Hanna Nov. 4, 1999.
EAGLE, CAMPBELL - Looking for info on Eagle and Campbell families from Lonoke Co. David Eagle 2908 Sunview Dr. Bakersfield,Ca. 93306. Nov. 5, 1999.
Brooks, Bass, Wilson - I need information on the Bass ,Brooks, and Wilson families from Lonoke County. Can anyone HELP!? Sandra Brooks Nov. 10, 1999.
VALENTINE - Am looking for any information on Elizabeth Valentine that is my g-grandmother buried in the Duncard Cemetery. I think she died in 1934-36..not sure but need a date or something since we want to place a marker. Thanks. Emmitt Taylor 8783 Boysenberry way Elk Grove, Ca. 95624. Nov. 11, 1999.
FIDDLER, FIEDLER, MIDDLETON, HAWKINS, BERGER, JEFFERIES, JOHNS - Looking for descendants of these families from Lonoke Co., AR. in 1900-present. Wesley FIDDLER/FIEDLER & spouse Viola (UNKNOWN). Children are thought to be Clarence, Jim, Charles, Hubert, Donald, Mattie, Virginia & Mabel. Family was also living in San Francisco, CA. in 1959. Oscar FIDDLER/FIEDLER & spouse (UNKNOWN). Children unknown as well. Mary FIDDLER/FIEDLER & (Unknown) MIDDLETON. As far as I know, they had 2 children who died very young. Maude FIDDLER/FIEDLER & (Unknown) HAWKINS. Children are said to be Zola, Syble, Velma, Anna May & Joe. Zola and Syble were last known to be living in CA.(married surnames unknown at this time). Velma married to (Unknown) LINVILLE, she was last known to be living in Bremerton, WA. Joe was last known to be living in Mesa, AZ. Anna May is thought to be deceased and no other information is known about her at this time. Madeline FIDDLER/FIEDLER & spouse (Unknown) BERGER. They had a son whose name I don't know at this time, who is now deceased. Julia FIDDLER/FIEDLER & spouse (Unknown) JEFFERIES. They had a daughter named Betty Jane (married surname unknown). Family was living in San Francisco, CA. in 1959 and later thought to be living in the Dallas, TX. area. Myrtle FIDDLER/FIEDLER & spouse (Unknown) JOHNS. They had 2 daughters Eloise (married surname unknown) & Elizabeth (married surname unknown). It is thought that this family was last living in the Dallas, TX. area. Thanks in advance to all who reply. Cheryl Keevy 11821 74th Ave. E. Puyallup, WA. 98373-4631. Nov. 18, 1999.
ROBERTS, MORGAN, SMITH, BAILEY - Looking for information about LULL EVA ROBERTS (3/11/1879 to 1910) and husband ARTHUR WINFIELD MORGAN (July 1873 to 1947/65?) She was born in Butlerville, Arkansas, Lonoke county, and he was born in Paris, Henry county, Tennessee. Lull had a sister, MOLLIE, who married a man with last name of SMITH and lived in North Little Rock, Pulaski county, Arkansas. Lull’s brother WILL A. married MATTIE BAILEY and also lived in Pulaski county. LULL, WILL A. and MOLLIE ROBERTS were Cajun French and parents supposedly moved to Arkansas from Nova Scotia. Lull and Arthur moved often with their 5 children: CARRA ALMA and VERDA WILLIE (twins born 7/24/1898), ARTHUR PRASSIE “JIM” (8/12/1902), MONA LEE (1906) and FERROL (5/13/1908). Arthur abandoned children when Lull died in 1910. Family story that Will A. Roberts or one of his children was a mayor of North Little Rock. Would greatly appreciate any help. Barbara Smith 107 Oak Street Homer, La. 71040. Nov, 23, 1999.
ASHCRAFT - I am looking for information on the father and mother of Amanuel Lafeyett ASHCRAFT. He was born in Rison (Cleveland County) on March 20,1866 and died in England (Lonoke County) on April 05, 1952. He married Rosa Bell Workman in England. The 1980 census for Cleveland County shows an A.L. Ashcraft (10years) as the son of T.A. Ashcraft(49) and M.A. Ashcraft(48 wife). Are these in fact his father and mother? Fred Swafford 22 Riverside Pk. Massena Nov. 28, 1999.
ROSS - Looking for information on a Dr. Solon Daniel ROSS, born in Normal IL. in 1850's. Married a Ms. Orlena FOLLETT in Feb. 1880. Lived in Manhattan, KS from 1880 to 1885, but believed to have moved to Lonoke, Arkansas around 1885. His parents were Melissa GOODRICH and Daniel ROSS. Bill Griffing 1003 Chadwick Court Aurora, IL 60504. Nov. 30, 1999.
LITTON - Searching for info on James (Jim) Washington Litton who lived in Lonoke, Arkansas and was married to Lydia Francis (Parsley) Litton. They were married October 14, 1883. Camille (Litton) Camp 941 Glenridge Drive, Edmond, OK. 73013. Nov. 30, 1999.
CHANCE, BATTLES, CROSSNO - Searching for info on Mattie Chance. She was married to Homor Crossno and Homor Battles, not sure which was first marriage. Mattie died 2-24-1992 in England, AR. funeral home was Wilson-Stephens of England, AR. Mattie is buried in the Brown Cem at Enola, Faulkner Co, AR. any information appreciated. Carolyn Moore 4104 Toni Drive Kokomo, IN 46902. Dec. 1, 1999.
ALLISON, CATE, MELTON - I'm looking for information about the following ancestors of mine who died in Lonoke County, AR: William Allison (1863-1929), buried at the Sylvania cemetery; Simeon William Cate (1834-1914), buried at Butlerville; and James Conley Melton (1844-1918), buried at Butlerville. Searching for parentage of all three. Would like to exchange information. Loran Koettel 2630 Marilyn Road Ottumwa, IA 52501-1164. Dec. 5, 1999.
WAGNER, WAGGONER, WAGONER - Am seeking info re: Ott and Tennie Waggoner (Wagner, Wagoner)I know my ggrandmother, Betha Ann "Bessie", was born in Cabot, AR in 1885. There had to be some kin there as I know a sister-in-law, Mabel (Mable or Maybelle Hixon Lentz) lived there. Tennie had a sister named Mary. Ott is buried in Whitney, TX and Tennie is buried in Ennis, TX. Am really needing addtional information. Cassie Morris Dec. 5, 1999.
SHUMATE, FINCH - We are looking for any information relating to the families of Andrew Jackson Finch and John Shumate. Dan Shumate Dec. 15, 1999.
CUMMINS, CUMMINGS - Searching for any information on Daniel and Rhetta (?) Cummins. They both died around 1939 and I am told they are buried in unmarked graves in a Sylvania Cemetary. They moved to the Sylvania area in the late 1890s and then moved to around Des Arc until their deaths. Their children were Bruce Maxwell (1878-1987),John, Jake, Elia and Isabel. Bruce Maxwell married Nancy Grace Owen around 1913 and had 11 children born around Wattensaw. Any information would be gratefully appreciated. Thanks. Lynn Snyder 17600 E. 35th Terrace, Independence, MO 64055. Dec. 19, 1999.
OWENS - I am searching for any information on Abner and Catherine Owens. Abner died around 1922 and Catherine around 1946. They lived in the Wattensaw area and had the following children, Nancy Grace (1892-1972), Union (1903-1987), Ben and twin daughters (names unknown). Nancy Grace married Bruce Maxwell Cummins around 1913 and had 11 children. Any information would be greatly appreciated. Thanks. Lynn Snyder 17600 E. 35th Terrace, Independence, MO 64055. Dec. 19, 1999.
McARTHUR - My grandfather James A. McArthur is buried in Lonoke City Cemetery, I am looking for his parents names. Also my grandmother Nettie Ives McArthur is buried there. I would like to find info on her father Peter Amos Ives who was a sheriff in Arkansas and also on her mother, name unknown. Kat Lewis 117 Lewis Rd. Hampstead,NC 28443. Dec. 26, 1999.
TUNIS, BRANCH, TRAMELL, KERSEY - I am researching the families of Henry Kersey and his sister Julia Ann Kersey, who married Isaac Tunis. In 1900 they are living in Carlisle, Lonoke County, AR; one member of their family, Rosa Jane Tunis (born 1874 in Illinois) married Joshua Branch in Lonoke County on 13 Jan 1895 -- what happened to them? William F. Kersey married Marsilla Tramell on 12 Dec 1895 in Pulaski County -- what happened to them? Does anyone know of a researcher in Lonoke County who can help me out? Allyson Monroe Tilton 148 Belglen Lane Los Gatos, CA. 95032. Dec. 28, 1999.
REED, SINCLAIR, WARD, BURGOYNE, (BURGOIN), BILLINGSLY - I am looking for information on a Jefferson W. Reed that worked at Tucker Sawmill late 1800s to early 1900s He got his leg cut off and bled to death. I would like to know about the year he died. I am also looking for his father Howard Reed from Tn. His wife was Francis Billingsly. Jeff was married to a Nancy Burgoine and her mother was Sarah from South Carolina. I'd love to know her maiden name. Jeffs Son was my grandfather, Taylor Reed married to an Elzie (Elsie) Sinclair. Her Father was Noah and mother was Nellie Ward any info is deeply appreciated. Thanks. Pat Bajwa 73 Lakewood Gardens Lane Madison, WI. 53704. Dec. 30, 1999.