Andrew J. Caperton 1882-1950 From Find A Grave: Andrew Jackson Caperton was born to Mattie Matilda Carter and William Thomas Caperton of Sebastian County, Arkansas. He was the husband of Vera Starnes. Andrew and Vera married September 12, 1917 in Greenwood, Arkansas. In 1920 Vera and Andrew resided in Pocola, LeFlore County, Oklahoma. By 1930 they returned to Greenwood where they settled and made their home. Eight children were born from their marriage: Alene, Alfred Lee, Helen Bernice, Betty Joe, Bobby Jack, Floyd Dean, Willis Charles Caperton, and an infant son who died at birth. Andrew Jackson served his country in the U.S. Army as a Private in the 28th Company 165th Spot Brigade at Camp Travis, Texas. He was discharged December 17th, 1918. He was also a skilled rock mason and worked for the WPA building bridges, school bus stops, and other structures serving the community. He farmed and was an avid fox hunter. Andrew died in 1950 leaving Vera a widow until her death in 1981. Andrew Jackson Caperton is buried at Cross Cemetery with Vera and family. Information for Andrew Caperton's memorial is in tribute to his life and in loving memory by his son and granddaughter.