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Need death or cemetery lookup please

RossSmith53 — 2009-10-19 20:19:21Z

Lucinda Elizabeth Ables or Abel died shortly after 1900. She was married to Thomas M abel or Ables. I don't know exactly when or where she died but they had lived in the Jasper co Al area before 1900 and Thomas M Abel died in 1918 in Walker co Al. Would anyone be able to tell me if there is a cemetery in Walker co Al that lists Lucinda Elizabeth Ables or Abel and when and where she died? thanks, Ross

Old Prospect Cemetery

mdglas01 — 2009-10-12 16:28:08Z

I am looking for complete listing on the Old Prospect cemetery in Walker county. Looking for Irene Vickers Johnson. She is my grandmother.

old flatwoods cemetery

mdglas01 — 2009-10-12 16:25:14Z

Would anyone know of or have a complete listing of the old flatwoods cemetery in Walker county. None of the Websites on Walker county list any burials there. I do not live in Alabama and would greatly appreciate any help or suggestions. Most of my line of Johnson family is buried there. My gr gr grandfather William Wiley Johnson is buried there, was in Civil War. I would like to know if his tombstone is a civil war stone and has his unit on it. Any replies would be appreciated.

Re: Norris Cemetary

esan99al — 2009-10-11 16:13:09Z

the cemetery is outside of Nauvoo.....i don't remeber the road number but you go across the railroad tracks like you are headed toward Eldridge....turn right just after you cross the tracks....follow a very winding road.....it's several miles down this road and you have to watch for a sign posted on the left, it's down a dirt road.....the last time i was there, i had to leave my car and walk the part of the way because of the ruts in the road, all the names i have are the Norris family and the some of the Lawson's.

Ella M Gowin

BruceYoung54 — 2009-10-07 16:54:02Z

b 1921 d May 2006 Jasper I am looking for obit on Ella, she would been first 1/2 cousin of my father.

Re: walker county genealogy society

Granna67 — 2009-10-01 04:10:06Z

This is a link to the Walker Co., Alabama site.
http://www.rootsweb.ancestry.com/~alwalker/

Re: jagger community history

mdglas01 — 2009-09-30 21:06:37Z

Thank you very much for your help. My dad's brother now passed away lived in Nauvoo. His name was John D Johnson. I did not mention in earlier post, my grandmothers brother was Otto Vickers married to Carrie Keeton they also lived in Walker co. I live near Dallas, Tx. and haven't been able to get to Walker co. in many yrs. If you should ever have any info on any of the old schools from the late 20s to late 40s I would apprectiate any help. Again thank you for being so gracious to help.

Re: jagger community history

suegerman56 — 2009-09-30 16:38:11Z

My husband remembers the Johnson name, but, nothing personally about them. His oldest brother, that stills lives in the Nauvoo area remembers the Johnsons that lived in the the Jagger Community, but none personally. My husband's parents, grandparents and other relative are also buried at Flat Woods Cemetery.
There is a Cemetery Decoration And All day singing at the Church and Cemetery, the 2nd Sunday of May every year. There are a lot of Keetons and McGough still living in that area.
The cemetery is located between Carbon Hill and Nauvoo just off of Hwy 11.
If you want to email me it will be fine. My email is suejohnny2002@yahoo.com

Re: jagger community history

mdglas01 — 2009-09-30 13:39:59Z

I am wanting to find info on my father harlis johnson, and his parents, grandparents etc. my dad was born 1923, around prospect, but I he said they lived in the jagger area for a while. his dad was john thomas johnson married to irene vickers. johns dad was bluford martin johnson married to mary mollie johnsey mcgough. blufords dad was william wiley johnson married to martha matilda allison. all of them but my dad is buried in old flatwoods cem. I have heard bluford ran a store of some kind around johnson town. they all worked in the coal mines also. if you could help with any information of any kind i would be greatful. thank you

Re: jagger community history

suegerman56 — 2009-09-24 03:26:35Z

What particular family are you wanting to know about? My husband grew up on a farm near that community. He may have known some of the people that you are looking for. I know he knows some Keetons and McGough and Johnsons. In fact he is related to the Keetons.

Means family of Walker, Alabama

BJMEANS — 2009-09-23 17:01:52Z

Seeking any and all information on Will Means born about 1868 Alabama and his family: Mary Means wife born about 1880, Robert Means born abt 1899, Carrie Means born about 1901, Tom Means born about 1906, Willie May Means born about 1908 and George Means born about 1909. All are believed to have been born in Greene Co. Alabama.Will Means may have worked in a coal mine as a coke fuller.

Thank you in advance.

Re: Weinstein family in Jasper

jameskarenhicks — 2009-09-03 12:44:13Z

Thanks for the info. I think the family moved to New Orleans in the 1950's or at least some of them. I beleive that a daughter still lives in Jasper.

Re: 1866 What county was Birmingham

CharlesMorrison69 — 2009-08-30 15:54:32Z

Birmingham was previously called Elyton, and has always been in Jefferson County; a county older than the state.

walker county genealogy society

mdglas01 — 2009-08-07 11:22:54Z

Does Walker County still have a genealogy society, Do they still do research and post on the web anywhere. I can't find any updates for Walker County on History, Cemeterys, Families, Etc, except what comes thru the message boards. Thank You.

Monica Johnson Glasgow

jagger community history

mdglas01 — 2009-08-06 10:52:46Z

Does anyone know about the old Jagger community and families that lived there around the 1920s and 1940s. There was suppose to be an area or farm there called Johnson town. Any information would be appreciated.

Monica Johnson Glasgow

Re: WALKER FAMILY

jhuse2000 — 2009-08-03 22:23:13Z

I saw a old post where you were looking for your real mother. My dads name was Willard Gariepy. Middle name was Elroy. My name is Judy. Is there any relation?

Re: Shiloh Methodist Church, Kansas

pebbleseads — 2009-08-01 23:16:29Z

Linda i just joined ancestor. i'm researching eads/dobbins
looking for information on:
Laura Etta Johnson married to William Weldon Dobbins.
Frances Lee "Fannie" Dobbins is my Great Grandmother
Fannie married William Eads

and Elizabeth "Betsy" Hughes married to James Hughes
Dobbins

Re: Heritage Book

bamandn — 2009-07-27 05:22:10Z

I am looking for pictures or stories about the Posey family. I am a decendant of Napolean Bonapart Posey from Walker County, AL.

SOULE - STAGGS - FREDENBERG

TONYCEE — 2009-07-19 15:36:16Z

Interested in hiring a researcher to do some work for me in Walker County, Alabama. Please contact me at via e-mail
tonyceejr@yahoo.com
Thank You,
Tony Clemente
Warren, Michigan

Re: Lacy Family of Jasper

Jill_Halstenberg — 2009-07-12 00:58:50Z

Would these Lacy's be any relation to the Lacy's that moved from Arkansas to Orange County, California? They are the ones I am looking for. My great-grandfather was Quilly Lacy (married Frances Upton),my grandfather was Emory Lee Lacy (married Sarah Elizabeth Gabbard) and my father was Harold Eugene Lacy (married Wilma Jean McPheeters). If you do have anyy info I would love it if you could share it with me and I will be happy to share all that I have.
Thanks.
Jill (Lacy) Halstenberg

Allen or Cole families of Walker Co.

mallen4455 — 2009-06-27 03:22:55Z

Trying to determine who father&mother of Jerry M. Allen were. 1900 Walker Co. AL census states Jerry's age as 46 and he is married to Carolyn F. Allen. It states that his mother and father were born in Alabama. Also trying to determine parents of Byrd Garland Cole born 1804 NC died in Walker Co. AL 1896

Re: 1910 Walker County,Alabama

dturner147 — 2009-06-01 00:35:46Z

While I don't know a lot about the subject, my family (Turner) was coal miners in the Gamble Mines in Walker County Alabama (not too far from Jasper, Alabama). My Great Grandfather, James H. Turner was actually killed in the mine in 1948 when saving one of his relatives from being hit by a huge boulder that was falling.

I've seen in the census records from 1910 that he is listed as a coal miner even then. Walker County still has coal mining, but it is pretty much all strip mining these days.

Hope this helps,
-Dave Turner

Allens--Dilworth Cemetery--Walker AL--1840-70

GlendaKlingensmith58 — 2009-07-20 20:10:10Z

Looking for my gg-Duke and Francis Allen. May be buried in Dilworth Cemetery mid 1800s.
Any help would be appreciated!
Glenda

Allens---1800-60

GlendaKlingensmith58 — 2009-07-20 20:07:50Z

Looking for any info on my ggp-Duke(1795-1840?), Francis (b/abt/1800 NC-1865?). We believe she may be buried in Walker Co.
Any help would be appreciated!
Glenda

EADS - DOBBINS

pebbleseads — 2009-07-09 03:16:49Z

William Paul Eads Family 1880 - present
married Francis Lee "Fannie" Dobbins
had 13 children
Pratt Eads Family
Bama Eads Family
i'm not sure of the spelling of her married name "Doizer
Deana Eads Family

William Weldon Dobbins Family
married Laura Etta Johnson

Re: Walker County, Will Book 'A' - William W. McCarty

pebbleseads — 2009-07-07 23:36:53Z

do not have book, but would like to ask you a question.

Does this McCarty any relationship of William McCartry ?????
Different speling

William McCartry was of Kentucky and Alabama. Had some kind of connection with Molly Mariah Mali Hockett.

Re: Does anyone have The Heritage of WC, Al. book for sale??

pebbleseads — 2009-07-07 22:55:42Z

Could you check for the last name: EADS
Thanks, Yvonne

Re: 1900 Census Info for Coal Valley

pebbleseads — 2009-07-07 22:35:08Z

Could you tell me if any EADS are listed?????

Re: Shiloh Methodist Church, Kansas, Walker Co., AL - DOBBINS family

pebbleseads — 2009-07-07 21:26:00Z

Mary thanks for all the information:
My great grandma was FRANCES LEE "Fannie" DOBBINS and she married WILLIAM PAUL EADS and they lived in Carbon Hill, Walker County, Alabama. WILLIAM PAUL, PRATT, BAMA, DEANA
and twins (boy/girl). Twins and thier dad & mom "RED BILL and MOLLY-MARIARA-MARIAH-MALI HOCKETT-EADS" was buried at Liberty Cemetery, landmark Poplar Sprins Primitive Baptist Church.
Would you know anything about:
FRANCES LEE "Fannie" DOBBINS mother LAURA ETTA JOHNSON who married WILLIAM WELDON DOBBINS?????
Poplar Springs Primitive Baptist Church?????
RED BILL EADS AND MOLLIE EADS who lived in or around
Rock City, Marion County, Alabama?????
CALIB AUSTIN BARNES and IDA ELIZABETH BENTON, they lived
in Carbon Hill, Walker County, Alabama?????
Thanks for your time. Sorry for having so many questions!!!
Yvonne Eads
pebbles1313eadscogin@yahoo.com

Re: Shiloh Methodist Church, Kansas, Walker Co., AL - DOBBINS family

pebbleseads — 2009-07-07 21:22:29Z

Re: Lacy Family of Jasper

DanielChampion18 — 2009-07-12 01:46:53Z

Do not know anything of the Lacys you mentioned. Sorry. Good luck.

1866 What county was Birmingham

Granna67 — 2009-07-20 02:30:55Z

Birmingham, in Jefferson County, Alabama was founded June 1, 1871. I looked up Birmingham, AL at Wikipedia dot com but so far have not found what it was called before it became Birmingham.

1866 What county was Birmingham

Granna67 — 2009-07-20 02:30:28Z

Birmingham, in Jefferson County, Alabama was founded June 1, 1871. I looked up Birmingham, AL at Wikipedia dot com but so far have not found what it was called before it became Birmingham.

Re: 1866 What county was Birmingham

Granna67 — 2009-07-20 01:32:00Z

Here is a linkk to County formation maps for Alabama. Hope it helps you
http://alabamamaps.ua.edu/contemporarymaps/alabama/historica...
Copy and paste if you need to.
Glenda

William O McKey

cprevinsv — 2009-06-10 04:16:32Z

I believe that I descend from William O McKey who was in Walker County, AL in 1850. I have found where the Alabama legislature in Jan. of that year restored to him all "rights and privaleges" of other citezans of the state of Alabam. My question is, what did he do to lose them in the first place? He was in Nacogdoches County, Texas by the mid 1850s.

Morrow from Alabama to Hatchie, Mississippi late 1890's

lfarlow194 — 2009-06-08 20:26:17Z

Am searching for parents/sibings of W. (Wince/Wence) Morrow that left by wagon train for Hatchie, Ms. in late 1890's with his family Tom,Calie,Coly,Frank,Grover,Edgar and Cliff when their mother Mollie Jones Morrow passed away. Found on 1900 and 1920 Ms. Census showing father from North Carolina and mother from Alabama. Any help appreciated

Re: Morrow from Alabama to Hatchie, Mississippi late 1890's

lfarlow194 — 2009-07-01 21:31:42Z

Morrows have been found. A gigantic Thank You to Shelby

Re: Lookup Volunteer - Walker County Heritage Book

natashaque — 2009-05-30 02:42:22Z

Hi,

Are you still willing to look up people in the Walker County Heritage Book? I was trying to see if I could find this book on-line and ran into your message.

Alot of my family was from Walker County. I am looking for Robert Black married to Alma Sue Morgan. I have some info about Alma Sue, but I can't find out who Robert's parents were. Robert was my great grandfather.

Are you from Walker County?

Thanks,

Tasha

THOMAS FAMILY

JamesClark54 — 2009-05-28 15:57:42Z

SIMS THOMAS and MATILDA SULLIVAN were married in Blount Co, Al;a 21 Nov 1836. They were in the 1850 Marshall Co, Al census like this.

Sims Thomas b/abt 1815 SC
Matilda abt 1819 SC
Deliah E. abt 1839 Al
Jepty G. abt 1841 Al
Mary Ann C. abt 1846 Al
Jane Ann abt 1846 Al
Elizabeth abt 1850 Al

In 1860 census I find a JAPTHA G. THOMAS a/20 Al. living with a E. M. Jones doing farm labor. I think this could be the Jepthy G. Thomas in the 1850 census.

Someone has posted on roots web that SIMS THOMAS died after 1858 in Walker Co, Al. This person has one child listed as Mary Ann C. Thomas being born in Walker Co which I doubt.

Does anyone have any info at all about this family. I thank you---james

William Christopher Hyde's relatives Hyde Reunion at Tannehill State Park Alabama 2009

llat7 — 2009-06-13 20:44:17Z

Come one Come All To the Annual Hyde Reunion (2009) at Tannehill State Park in Alabama.

It's time again for the Annual Hyde Reunion of William Christopher Hyde's relatives and friends.

Tannehill State Park is located off of the Bucksville Exit of Interstate 59. There are signs that you can follow. Also, if you are coming from I459 then it is the first exit at McCalla. You go past McAdory High School several miles and it is on the left. The road you are traveling is Eastern Valley Road. It has a big sign that says Tannehill State Park. Tannehill is located in three Counties, Jefferson, Bibb and Tuscaloosa Counties. After you get to the entrance of the park you will turn left and go across their little railroad and turn right after crossing the bridge. The shed will have a sign that says Hyde Reunion.

William Christopher Hyde was the Tin Peddler who moved all over Alabama and he was born in Hall County, Georgia. He lived in these Counties in Alabama: Fayette, Walker, Jefferson, Bibb and Shelby.

He married twice and had 10 children by each wife. Here are his family names:

His first wife and children are:

Caroline Margaret Farley born abt. 1825 in Alabama died Before 1872

Children:

Elizabeth Hyde b. abt 1846 in Mississippi

May Hyde b. abt. 1850 in Mississippi

Jane Hyde b. abt 1853 in Alabama

James Montgomery Hyde b. abt 1854 married to a Sarah E. ? told he was married several times but I don't have any other spouses.

Julia Hyde b. abt. 1855 in Alabama

Margaret Hyde abt. 1857 in Alabama married a Pickett one time.

Arvel (Arv, Arvil) Hyde his first name might have been Francis. b. 20 Jul 1860 in Alabama d. 30 Jan 1956 in
Rutledge Springs, Jefferson County, Alabama Buried at Hullins Chapel Cemetery, Springville, St. Clair County, Alabama. Married Mary Mitchell (b. abt. 1855) Married Eliza Francis McCay (b. Dec 13, 1890) May 1918 in Springville, St. Clair County, Alabama

Willie Hyde b. 1865 died unknown

Susan Hyde b. May 14, 1867 Died June 19, 1932 and she
married a Boothe.

William's second wife:

Selia (Celia) Bircheat (It has different last name spellings) b. Oct 24, 1847 in Alabama died May 10 1910 and she is buried at Antioch Baptist Church Cemetery in Shelby County. She is buried by William Christopher Hyde.

Joel W. Hyde b. March 6, 1873 in Fayette, Fayette County, Alabama and died September 5, 1892 and he is also buried at Antioch Baptist Church.

Christopher William Hyde (AKA Buddy Hyde) b. Fayette County, Alabama. But I have been also told he was born in Ga. I will have to check on this. d. Feb 12, 1919 He married Sara Elizabeth Clark (B. Jan 10, 1878)on August 1, 1897.

Shelby Lee Hyde (Shep) He was a Primitive Baptist Preacher. b. August 13, 1876 d. October 29, 1964 in Alabama. He married Mary Elizabeth Callie Jane Majors (b. Mar 26, 1884)on Feb18, 1900. His second wife was Ossie Norris (b. June 27, 1891).

Austin Augustine Hyde b. May 11, 1878 in Fayette, Fayette County, Alabama d. Oct. 25, 1958 in Birmingham, Alabama. Married Sarah Jane Sylina Ann White (b May 6, 1882) September 19, 1899 In Birmingham, Alabama

Burl Boston Hyde b. September 20, 1879 in Walker County, Alabama d. Feb 20, 1957 in Bibb County,Alabama married Mary Ann Blake (b Aug 26, 1887)on September 20 1913.

Rufus F. Hyde He was a Primitive Baptist Preacher. b.October 27, 1881 in Walker County, Alabama d. July 19, 1947 in Cheilton County, Alabama married Amie Viola Williams (b 1882) on July 20 1902.

John Newton Hyde b. May 19, 1885 d. August 5, 1947 He married Ossie Norris (b June 27, 1891) Apr 4 1910.

Thomas Jefferson Hyde b April 18, 1887 in Shelby County Alabama d. Apr 1971. He married Nettie Majors (b. abt 1895) Mar 12, 1908.

Caroline (Carrie) Hyde Collins b. September 6, 1888 in Bibb county, Alabama d. June 16 1971. She married Joseph Michael Collins (Apr 5, 1881) on Apr 18 1903 in Bibb County, Alabama

Henry Clay (Clay) Hyde b. August 16, 1890 d. July 5, 1960 He married Alice Marie Clark (b. Feb. 11, 1895) on Mar 3, 1911.

William Christopher Hyde's siblings are thought to be these:

Julia Ann Hyde b. August 1830 in Georgia d. October 26, 1897 in Montevallo, Shelby County, Alabama She is buried at the same cemetery as William. Married Elam Booth (b November 25, 1826)

Delia Hyde b. Georgia d. Shelby County, Alabama

Martha Hyde b. Georgia d. Shelby County, Alabama

Frances Hyde b. June 30 1843 i Georgia d. April 5, 1920 in Boothton, Shelby County, Alabama married James Wesley Booth ((b.Jun 19, 1834) September 29, 1861 in Boothton, Shelby County, Alabama. She is buried at the same cemetery as William Christopher Hyde.

Mary Hyde (Don't have any information on her)

If you need any more information or directions on how to go please email me at LLat7@myway.com. I will be happy to give you directions. Or tell you more about this family if interested.

Please everyone that is related or knows this family please come. We will be having dinner there too. Bring a dish with you and let's enjoy each other's company.

Thanks,

Leah Hyde Latimer

Re: Maggie Nabors McHone

Joyce1812va1 — 2009-07-20 00:29:47Z

I have looked high and low for both Maggie and Wesley.
I cannot even find a death certificate for Margaret.

I did find only two records of most likely their son.
Wesley McHone, born 1855 alabama

Found him in the 1930 Colbert AL census with
wife may (1855) and daughter Irene 1908).
this son Wesley, which I am assuming for he is the ONLY WESLEY McHone showing up was drafted in WWI showed he was working as a brakeman for the RR and lived in Jasper Al.
On this reg. he states he was born 12/06/1881

I am sorry.. you probably already have this info...
Do you know where Margaret was born? Or even Wesley? Know of perhaps a middle name for Wesley that he may have used?
Know of any siblings on either side?

Dangest thing... no finding of her with death or in census... Wesley too.

1866 What county was Birmingham

kybunny — 2009-07-16 13:17:14Z

Looking for info on a Robert Sidney McLain born in Birmingham abt 1866, need to know what county it was then. Appreciate any info. Thanks! kybunny@msn.com

William Marion Walker

DonnaDoss51 — 2009-06-27 03:08:25Z

His mother was Abagil D Walker.They are from Hamilton co.Tn.There are two other brothers which I have found Samuel,Charles.My problem is I can not find William.There is a story in my family that he was kill in a car wreck,when cars first came out in Colardo.If anyone can help me I would like to hear from you.

Re: Charlie Walter Cain in Cordova and surrounding area

CharlesMorrison69 — 2009-06-06 18:09:11Z

I remember a Charlie Cain who lived and worked in Coal Valley in the mid to late 1940's. He had two boys, Robert and Jimmy Ray, but I don't know what became of them. We moved from there in 1947 and I don't know if they were still there, but I don't think so.

Re: Charlie Walter Cain in Cordova and surrounding area

CharlesMorrison69 — 2009-07-04 12:50:29Z

Could this be your Charlie Cain in the 1880 census at age 2?
Household:

Name Relation Marital Status Gender Race Age Birthplace Occupation Father's Birthplace Mother's Birthplace
Isac N. CAIN Self M Male W 31 AL Farming SC SC
Liddy CAIN Wife M Female W 30 AL Keeping House PA GA
Robert CAIN Son S Male W 7 AL At Home --- ---
James CAIN Son S Male W 6 AL At Home --- ---
Mittie CAIN Dau S Female W 4 AL At Home --- ---
Charles W. CAIN Son S Male W 2 AL At Home --- ---

Re: Charlie Walter Cain in Cordova and surrounding area

Shelia_Vidrine — 2009-06-07 17:17:38Z

No, I haven't been able to find anyone to contact with the Randolph Caine line. I know my line went back and forth to Illinois for work and other relatives. I'm just so stuck and frustrated. His name might as well be John Smith! I've responded to one post today. This man is obviously talking about my line. I'm hoping he can give me just a small clue to search on.

Re: Charlie Walter Cain in Cordova and surrounding area

Shelia_Vidrine — 2009-06-07 17:13:32Z

Thank GOD! Please tell me more. This is the family and you are the only one who seems to have known anything about them. Jimmy and Robert have passed away. I'm stuck with the father's and mother's name. Charles Walter Cain was born about 1882 in Alabama and married Dorothy Velma McKinney. He was 54 and she was 19 at the time of my father's birth-1936. I've traced somewhat back on the McKinney side, but no one has been able to tell me anything about Charlie. Please share anything that you may know. sdcain1202@yahoo.com

Re: Charlie Walter Cain in Cordova and surrounding area

cmycats — 2009-06-02 22:50:58Z

Hi Shelia,

I was thinking of you the other day.

Have you looked at Cains from Mississippi? I know I looked at Cains in the Cordova area once and found they were from MS and couldn't tie them to my line. Of course, they probably were from AL first and moved back for jobs.

Have you made contact with anyone from the Randolph P. Caine line to see if they have a clue for you?

Take care,
Pam Cain

Maggie Nabors McHone

msshirl_1 — 2009-06-20 20:02:53Z

I am looking for any information on Margaret J "Maggie" Nabors McHone, Oct 1883 to 29 Dec 1910. Married to Wesley McHone at the time of her death.

Re: 1910 Walker County,Alabama

msshirl_1 — 2009-06-20 19:53:17Z

From what I understand my great uncle was also killed in a mining accident in 1910. Jesse James Nabors, if anyone knows of this accident or where I might find any information on this I would love to know. Thanks in advance.
Shirley Sills