Fannin - Family History & Genealogy Message Board

Zillah A. Ellis

Patty Ledford — 4 Dec 1999 12:00:00 GMT

Need info on Zillah A Ellis b, 2-4-1839 d.3-14-1928. She married James (Jim) Ledford on 12-30-1866. They are both buried in Harmony Baptist Cemetery. She often went by the name "Zillie". Thanks

Fannin County Death Certificates

Jeff Hunter — 17 Nov 2006 9:14:15 GMT

I have posted several things about this project. Please see other posts for information. I know have copies of ALL death certificates for Fannin County Georiga from 1919-1925. If anyone needs a copy of something please let me know.
Jeff Hunter
1374 Wayne Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30306
404-876-5117

Phillips

Bonnie (Phillips) — 2 Mar 2000 12:00:00 GMT

Looking for Children of
JAMES PHILLIPS and MARY LAGLE
Born: AUGUST 4th 1866 or 1859
Died: NOVEMBER 11th 1931
Burial: Bankhead Cemetery in Mentone, ALABAMA
He Married: MARY (LAGLE/LAGEL) IN NC
Her place of Burial is Lyerly, Walker Co. GA

Children of JAMES PHILLIPS & MARY LAGLE/LAGEL) PHILLIPS are:

M- NATHANIEL PHILLIPS b.?
F- MABEL PHILLIPS b.abt.1889 m. DAN RYDER RIDER OR
F- ALMER PHILLIPS b.abt.1890
F- DANY PHILLIPS b.abt.1894
M- SHELLY PHILLIPS b.abt.1895 (NOTES:- SHELLY Lives in Bessemer Alabama)
M- GENERAL LEE PHILLIPS b.March 29 1898 Dahlonaga, GA,
d. November 1978 in Rome, Floyd Co.GA
M- JOHNEY PHILLIPS b.abt.1899
M- MELVIN EUGENE PHILLIPS b.May 31 1900 In Dahlonega, GA died.1976 Rome, Floyd Co. GA (THIS IS MY GRANDPARENTS)
He married MAUDE MILDRED DODSON from Walker Co. GA
F- ELSIE PHILLIPS b.abt.1905 m. ALFRED BROWN

Nathaniel Phillips lived in Harpertown, TNN - Him and his five sons worked at the Copperhill Children of NATHANIEL PHILLIPS and ?? are:

EARL PHILLIPS
ROBERT PHILLIPS
JAMES PHILLIPS
FRANK PHILLIPS Frank may have married Pauline it was told to me they had a son named Freddy who still lives in the McCaysville, Blue Ridge and Copperhill Tn area'!!!
JOE PHILLIPS
HERDIS PHILLIPS
GENE PHILLIPS

Nathan's Son's millary Records
While part of the Phillips family was helping to keep us production at TCC during World
War !!, another part of it was serving in the Armed Forces. They distributed their abilities
in the military just as they do at TCC: Robert was in the Army, Herdis in the Navy, and James in the Air Corps.

IF Anyone has any info on any of these Phillips'es please contact me at SheWayah@bellsouth.net Thanks

Anyone Have Access to "Facets of Fannn" Book?

watbull — 20 Aug 2008 6:44:01 GMT

I need a quick lookup in "Facets of Fannin: A History of Fannin County, Georgia", if anyone would be so kind.

I believe that I got information about John Watson (born c. 1825 Haywood County, NC) being the son of George William Watson (born 1802 Rutherford County, NC) and Frances "Fannie" Gribble (born 1805 Mecklenburg County, NC).

John married Sarah "Sally" Narcissus Berry c. 1854 - probably in GA.

I would like to know if there is any reference to John and Sally in the "Facets of Fannin" book. I am also wondering if there is any information about the parents of Sally Berry being James D. Berry and Nancy Jones.

Info on farms

guyhickey — 29 Jul 2008 8:45:21 GMT

Could someone tell me where to get info on the farms or land that is under Blue Ridge Lake? Thank you.

Robinson

blackhawk133 — 3 Jul 2008 12:12:25 GMT

Looking for information on Fred Robinson. I don't have any dates. I was told that he was shot in his home while he was sitting on his couch. Was a sheriff. Unsure where.
Thanks!

Edd Allen/Nettee Adams Allen

bree1571 — 21 May 2008 3:38:44 GMT

Marriage took place in Fannin Co. November 6, 1898, with Nettee dying in 1900. Can't find any info on either after their marriage. Trying to determine if Edd Allen ever lived in Fannin Co. Any info will be appreciated!

Edd & Nettee Adams Allen

bree1571 — 20 May 2008 9:41:05 GMT

Looking for any info on Edd Allen, married in Fannin Co. on November 6, 1898 to Nettee Adams, daughter of Jonce and Sarah Deweese Adams. Anything will be greatly appreciated!

Alsobrook family

MaryAshley51 — 5 May 2008 7:36:58 GMT

Looking for any information on Jacob Eaton Alsobrook (b. 3 Apr 1827 Tuscumbia, AL, d. 5 Mar 1896 Fannin Co. GA) family or his descendants
(married to Nancy Eliza Weaver 25 Dec 1856). Thanks!
Mary

Samuel Loftis 1884-1934

vikigal — 14 Apr 2008 6:49:37 GMT

Seeking descendants, or other relatives, of Samuel and Eliza Loftis. My Mother remembers her Grandmother Eliza talking about Blue Ridge and we know Samuel Loftis died somewhere in that area in 1934.

We are try in find the connection between the McDowell County, NC Loftis family and the Loftis family in the Blue Ridge area.

We are planning a trip possibly in May of this year and would like to meet with someone from that branch of the family.

email me vgalloway1395#charter.net

William Hayes/Samantha Coleman

sesamecat — 20 Mar 2008 3:18:09 GMT

Hello, Hayes researchers - just some updates about William/Bill Hayes, mystery man. Rumor has it he may have been born or raised in Fannin County --

Upon looking at William's 1930 census more carefully, it states his first marriage was at 21, which would make it 1886. Samantha's first marriage was at 22, which would have been 1892, with Bill, presumably. So, it follows he was married before??

I've got a copy of his death certificate from Polk County, which had his dates of birth, 28 Jan 1865, and death, 19 July 1939, but no parents' names. The last residence is listed as Farner, TN. His son Sylvester was the informant. No cause of death listed - died at 1:00 p.m. The certificate not signed by a MD until 8/17/1939 - Dr. H. P. Hyde.

His place of birth is listed differently on many documents - on the death certificate it's Polk County, TN.

Here's the census info:

1900 8th Civil District, Ducktown, Polk County, TN (he lists his place of birth as Georgia, same for his parents)
Samantha's had 5 children; 4 living.

1910 Hothouse Township, Cherokee County, NC (he lists place of birth as Georgia for himself, North Carolina for his parents). Samantha's had 10 children; 8 living.

1920 Polk County, TN (he lists his place of birth as Georgia for himself and parents)

1930 Polk County, TN (he lists his place of birth as NC; parents' as United States)

There are delayed birth certificates for Effie A. - 11 Dec, 1909; Lillie L., 10 Feb 1895; and Wilburn M., 20 Aug 1902; all in Cherokee County, NC.

Questions: which two died? I haven't found anything further on Earnest as an adult, but is there another child I've missed?

Does anyone know anything about a prior marriage? Does anyone have a copy of their marriage certificate, if there was one?

Does anyone have a copy of any bible entries regarding the family?

That's it for now - many thanks.

Donna

PARRIS, BOTTS, WILLIAMS

B. W. Davis — 14 Feb 1999 12:00:00 GMT

Permelia (Milly) Williams Botts married Nathan Parris, April 8, 1866, in Fannin Co. after her first husband, James Jason Botts, died in the Civil War at Knoxville. They were residents of Fannin Co. on the 1880 census where Nathan was age 62 and Millie was 44. Seeking info on her burial site probably in Fannin Co. Can't locate in "Fannin Co. Cemetery Records" by Helen W. Casada. Permelia may have been buried with Nathan or he may be buried with his first wife and Permelia buried elsewhere. Also Permelia's age differs on the 1880 and 1850 censuses. So her tombstone could show either 1830 or 1836 as birthdate. Thank you

Berthenia Catherine Black b. 1871

montanab — 30 Nov 2002 6:17:24 GMT

From the McCaysville Citizen, McCaysville, Georgia, March 22, 1962:

Miss Berthenia Catherine Black, 91, of McCaysville, Ga. passed away March 14, 1962 at her home. She was the daughter of the late John and Elizabeth Ellis Black. At the time of her death she was living with her nieces, Misses Ruth and Marie Black. Survivors include three nieces, Miss Ruth Black, Miss Marie Black of McCaysville, Ga. and Miss Callie Black of Benton, Tenn.; seven nephews, Wayne Black, Dallas, Ga.; Paul Black, Kennesaw, Ga.; Claude Black, Pensacola, Fla.; Jack Black, McCaysville, Ga.; Dan Long, Isabella, Tenn., and Esco Black, Benton, Tenn. Interment in the Toccoa Cemetery.

Joshua C. Strickland, N Central GA

strick719 — 19 Jun 2003 4:08:39 GMT

Does anyone have any information on this family? Although I believe the following to be accurate, I do not have complete documentation. Any corrections, additions and/or other knowledge of this family would be appreciated.

1. Joshua C. STRICKLAND (b.Feb 1837-Probably Union or Gilmer Co, GA;d.Apr 1902-Gwinnett Co,GA) Son of Alexander and Mary Fowler
sp: Jerusha Jane ELLINGTON (b.Aug 1844-Gilmer Co,GA;m.31 Aug 1858)

2. Pascume Mack STRICKLAND (b.Abt 1859-Gilmer Co,GA)

2. Martha Salina STRICKLAND (b.Abt 1862-Gilmer Co,GA)
2. William Ira STRICKLAND (b.Abt 1864-Gilmer Co,GA)
sp: Nancy V. RAULSTON (m.23 Apr 1885)
2. Lewis STRICKLAND (b.Abt 1867-Gilmer Co,GA)

2. Mary L. STRICKLAND (b.Abt 1870-Gilmer Co,GA)
sp: Tom CRONAN (m.Nov 1893)

2. Melville Edgar STRICKLAND (b.19 Apr 1872;d.24 Mar 1955-Gwinnett Co,GA)
sp: Mary Jane STRICKLAND (m.14 Nov 1890)
3. Charles Wesley STRICKLAND (b.17 Feb 1893;d.Dec 1967-Wake Co.,NC)
sp: Carrie Lou PRUITT (b.1886;d.1977)
4. Walter Wesley STRICKLAND (b.26 Mar 1910;d.17 Dec 1988-Iredell Co,NC)
sp: Margaret
4. James Everett STRICKLAND (b.25 Dec 1912;d.02 May 1988)
sp: Annie Maude PRUITT
4. Phoebe Rebecca STRICKLAND (b.Abt 1921/1922)
sp: Marvin STARNES
4. Willie Louise STRICKLAND (b.27 Mar 1927;d.May 1986-Lincoln Co,NC)
sp: Sam Earvin HOUSTON
4. Lewis Calvin STRICKLAND (b.1930)
sp: Euvalea KIMBALL

2. Arnold STRICKLAND (b.Abt 1874)

2. Eula L. STRICKLAND (b.Abt 1876)

2. Bascom STRICKLAND (b.May 1878)

2. Evie H. STRICKLAND (b.Jul 1880)

2. Jennette C. STRICKLAND (b.May 1883)

Looking for descendents of William Taylor McDaris, 1826

David Boehmer — 7 Aug 2003 11:56:36 GMT

William Taylor McDaris b. 1826 was born in NC, moved to Union co GA, then Bradley Co., TN, finally Fannin Co., GA. He lived near Morganton or Hemptown (Hemp). He was married to Sarah Rachel Reid. I am looing for any descendents. There should be plenty around the North GA area. Their daughters married Gates, Van Hook, Butts, Fox, Nichols, Stuart, and Brackett.

John Miller/1900 Fanin county census

twilliams731 — 3 Jan 2008 7:30:06 GMT

Does anyone have any information on a John Miller married to a wife named Altha?
Any information on John's or Altha's parents would be appreciative.
Todd Williams

SMITH CHASTAIN

ytstewart — 9 Jul 2001 10:30:43 GMT

Researching the Smith/Chastain family of Fannin County. William Dallas Smith married to Emma Maria Chastain in 1869. Their son, Paul Clifford Smith is my great-grandfather. I know a lot about Chastain...need more information about Smith. Please e-mail me at TeleVETTE@aol.com. Thanks!

Samuel BATES 1820-1902

The Carver's Daughter — 18 Mar 2004 9:19:47 GMT

looking for information on the following BATES family - am trying to show yes or no does he belong to my BATES line.

Samuel W BATES was born 1820 in North Carolina and died 1902. He is buried in FAnnin County GA.
On the 1850 census he is in Union County and then from 1860-1900 he is in Fannin County. Fannin was formed from Union
According to census records his first wife as Hannah/Susannah/Anna and the had the following children:
Mary Emeline married a WHITESIDES
Levi married L. GADDIS
John
George Washington who may have married S T DAWES
William
Arty [female]
Margaret married Alonzo MOORE
Adaline
Cinthia
Martha [may have married Marcelius HYDE]
Althy who married John H. REIORDAN

Any information, especailly regarding parents of Samuel W. BATES would be greatly appreciated.
Be careful who you choose to hate, it may be someone you love

Emanuel J & Mahala Hiley Webster Henry

kdldreamer — 2 Jun 2007 10:37:48 GMT

I am looking for family stories on Emanuel or Mahala Henry and their decendants. I have a few, where they are buried and a few pictures. My line is down thru William B ,James Bruce and Jewel Henry Dillard (my Grandmother who will be 93 this year)

William Burton and Callie Shuler Henry

Ruth Shuler — 11 Aug 2005 8:50:36 GMT

Would like to make contact with a descendant of William Burton and Callie Shuler Henry, who lived in the Mineral Bluff area.

Tilley Baptist Church... HAUNTED????

mastrchiefzgurl — 25 Nov 2007 6:20:41 GMT

I have heard rumors about Tilley Baptish Church in Blue Ridge, Ga. being "haunted"??? Is this true??? What are the rumors or the "old wives tales" associated with this church's history???

Effie Anna Elrod

waynescott1_1 — 6 May 2004 11:54:45 GMT

Looking for information on Effie Anna Elrod who married Willis James Godfrey, Who were her mother and fathers names.

COOK, McCAY, WALKER, FREELAND, WEESE

bonnyjim — 15 Feb 2006 12:21:18 GMT

My ancestor, Cyrus Posey COOK, b. abt 1805-1819 in Haywood NC m. Mary Ann WALKER dau of Buckner and Seleta/Salethia FREELAND,in Lumpkin Co GA in 1844 and lived most of their lives in Ducktown, Polk Co., TN and Fightingtown, Fannin Co., GA. Cyrus' brother was Daniel Cook(e) whose dau. Telitha Frances m. Harbart McCAY and Cyrus son, Alfred Turner COOK m. Rhoda Martha McCAY..daughters of these two also married WEESE men. I have a lot of McCAY, COOK, WEESE, and WALKER to share..Jim McDaniel, 16 Olive Branch Lane, Paradise, CA 95969-2240

Fannin County Research done at Georgia Archives

Jeff Hunter — 21 Sep 2006 9:57:14 GMT

I have started going again to the Georgia Archives in Morrow, GA. If anyone needs help or getting a copy of something I may be able to help. You must pay for all copies. Looking for those who know how high gas prices are and would be willing to give a little to put in my tank for the trips on the weekends. I am in Atlanta, GA archives in Morrow. If you need a copy of help with a record look up contact me.

Chasteen family

oearlyr — 25 Jun 2001 2:51:31 GMT

am searching for a Pickney Chasteen born in Ga with sons Frank and grover and daughter Annie.The children listed as born in SC.Unable to find on census records for Ga,NC,SC.Any help appreciated.Also noticed a Pinkney Chasteen listed with a family William and malissa patrick on both 1860 & 1870 census for Franklin County,Carnesville Twp.Would like to be able to find him after 1870 to see what happen.Do not know why this family raised him from age 6-14.Any help appreciated.

Vivian otis

Descendants of James Andrew Moore??

hollin158 — 20 May 2007 5:48:42 GMT

I NEED HELP!! I'm actually looking for the ANCESTORS of my great-grandfather, James Andrew Moore. Here's my problem.

The farthest I can go back is my
> great-grandfather, James Andrew
> Moore (17OCT1840 - 06NOV1913). He shows up for the
> first time, age 19,
> on the 1860 Fannin Co, GA census, living in the
> household of James
> Parks. His occupation is listed as miller. It shows
> he was born in
> Georgia, and later census indicate that his parents
> were born here as
> well. Except for service in the Civil War, he
> apparently lived in Fannin
> county the rest of his life. Oddly, five of his six
> children ended up in
> Hazlehurst, Jeff Davis (formally Appling and
> Coffee) County, which is
> in south Georgia. (Fannin is in north Georgia, on
> the North
> Carolina/Tennessee line.) I have no idea why. A
> Girtman (That is the
> maiden name of a great-grandmother) did marry a
> Sarah A. Moore, who was
> born 18 JUL 1848. I'm GUESSING that there MIGHT be a
> connection with her
> and James Andrew (brother? Cousin?), but again, I
> can't find one. So
> far, that's all I have.
>
>
> My grandfather, John Avery Moore, married a daughter
> of James Hendrick
> Latimer, His sister Callie married a Latimer son.
> James hendrick's wife
> was a Girtman, so I'm connected there as well. (The
> Girtmans, and I
> believe the Latimers are mentioned in "Pioneers of
> Wiregrass Georgia" I
> also have some Tillmans in there.)
>
> By the way, the five Moore kids who ended up in south
> Georgia were (in
> order of age) Henry Gaines, Thomas Reneau, John
> Avery, Oscar Perry, and
> Callie Jane.
>
> Does any of this ring a bell?? Thanks!

Rev. Onis C. Farmer, b/a 1897

montanab — 24 Oct 2007 2:45:03 GMT

From the McCaysville Citizen, McCaysville, GA, 2/15/1962:

The Rev. Onis C. Farmer, 65, passed away Monday night at the Copper Basin Hospital after a long illness. He had been the pastor of Old Jerusalem Baptist Church for the past three years.

Survivors include his widow, Lelia Gray Farmer; five daughters, Mrs. Edith Walker, Mrs. Elise Jinnings, both of Blue Ridge, Mrs. Mildred Painter, Southgate, Mich., Mrs. Nina Beaty, Santa Fe, N. M., Mrs. Marie Salisbury, Long Beach, Calif.; three sons, Alvis Farmer, Elba, Ala., Hover Farmer, Cleveland, Tenn., Gilliam Farmer, Decatur, Ga.; two step sons, Raliegh Gray and C. B. Gray, Blue Ridge, Ga.; two step daughters, Miss Delores Gray and Mrs. Dorothy Norton, Blue Ridge, Ga.; five brothers, Bert, Grady and Dallas of Blue Ridge, Luther of Copperhill and Erwin of Calhoun, Ga.; four sisters, Mrs. Cora Long, Mrs. Mammie Cox of Blue Ridge, Mrs. Lula Kincaid of Copperhill and Mrs. Florence Golden of Culberson, N. C.

Interment: Resthaven Memorial Park.

Jefferson Davis

Taylorsmamaw1 — 21 Oct 2007 7:11:03 GMT

I am interested in any information on this man & his family. He was born in N.C. in 1811 & died 1886 in Fanny County. According to the Marion County Patriot Oct. 29,1886 he preached in Fannin County over 60 years.According to his daughter Adeline Davis's death certificate April 4,1932 Gordon County Ga. his wife was Lincinda Tapp. I think he might have been the father or grandfather of Tressie Davis that married William H. Waters. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

Pearl Carroll Childers

montanab — 21 Oct 2007 2:29:03 GMT

From the McCaysville Citizen, McCaysville, GA, 5/22/1969:

Mrs. Pearl Carroll Childers, of Route 1, Blue Ridge, Ga., passsed away May 19. She is survived by her husband, Mr. John W. Childers; one son, Clifton Childers, Humboldt, Tenn.; one daughter, Mrs. Faye Bennett, Blue Ridge, 4 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren.

Interment in Humboldt, Tenn.

Sgt. William R. Breeden, b/a 1933

montanab — 21 Oct 2007 2:18:01 GMT

From the McCaysville Citizen, McCaysville, GA, 4/11/1968:

Funeral services for Sergeant First Class William R. Breeden, 35, who died in action in Vietnam on March 24, were held on Saturday, April 6. Interment with full military honors was in the Copper Ridge Memory Gardens.

Surviving Sergeant Breeden are his wife, Charlotte Ann Breeden, Van Nuys, Calif.; mother, Mrs. Grace Taubee, Marietta, Ga., father, Coleman Breeden Sr., Blue Ridge; three sisters, Mrs. Martha Goswick, Dalton, Ga., Mrs. Joyce Ann Mull, Atlanta, and Mrs. Beverley Neal, Blue Ridge, and three brothers, James Breeden, Marietta, Ga., Coleman Breeden Jr., Blue Ridge, and Herman T. Breeden, Blue Ridge.

John Long 1910 Census Flint Hill District Sheet 22A

fsouth1 — 6 Oct 2004 5:31:23 GMT

I can make out John Long and son Daniel in the census. I know his wife is Vida Dillingham. The wife's name listed is difficult for me to decipher. Is it Viena or something else. The date of this census is 5 May 1910. The wife and John state they have been married 8 years. The wife's age is 23. She states she is the mother of 4 with 1 living.
In the Hemptown District 1308, dated 15 June 1910 is also Vida Dillingham Long with daughter Lilly living in her mother's household. She is age 23. She states she is mother of 1 with 1 living. She states she has been married 3 years.
I believe these two are the same person that was counted twice in different locations. Can anyone help me with the name of the one in Flint Hill District?

HARRIS, PANTER

mlr50 — 18 Apr 2002 10:08:42 GMT

I am looking for info on Sam Henry Harris married
Martha Panter. They lived primarily in Fannin Co but
may have been in Polk Co Tn for a short time. Their
children: John Harris, Lewis/Louis Harris, James
Harris, Mary Harris, Robert Harris & Hobert Harris.

John Harris married Flonnie ?,their children: Bud,
Tootsie, Alasue, Jimmy, Johnny.
Lewis Harris married ?, their children: Ervin, Dink,
Bobby, Betty Jo, Maxine.
James Harris married ?, their children: Walter,
Floyd, Retha, Evelyn.
Robert Harris, born abt 1895, married
Lizzie/Elizabeth ? November 21, 1921 in either
Fannin Co. or Polk Co.
Hobert L Harris, born between 1899-1901, married
Myrtle Marie Early/Earley born abt 1905 on June 16,
1923 in Fannin. Their children: Hubert, Willa Mae,
James L who married Shelby Walden, Harold born 1930,
Gerald born abt 1932, Ruth born 1938 married Wesley
Stover, Betty Jo born 1943, Hobert L. Jr. born 1948
married Clara Cantrell.
Any info would be greatly appreciated.

1865 Mangum grave on Pisgah Mountain

fjbarn — 28 Sep 2007 8:53:41 GMT

Nat Mangum was killed by "bushwackers" in Fannin County in 1865 and buried as the only grave on Piagah Mountain. The grave was seen in 1934 by his grt grandson. Does anyone know of the grave or Nat's history in Fannin Co ?

Stock Hill Cemetery

kbates1957 — 5 Aug 2007 7:30:40 GMT

I am trying to locate Stock Hill Cemetery and Tilley Cemetery in Fannin County. If you know how to get to either of these cemeteries, please let me know. You can contact me at:

kbates1957@aol.com

McLeod/McCloud

pschvix — 9 May 2005 1:12:38 GMT

Need information on the family of William and Catherine McLeod, originally from Scotland, born about 1760. Known children include William Jr., Ebenezer, Mason, Camilla, Rosannah, and Sophia. This family came from North Carolina to GA and William and Catherine died in Fannin Co. Thanks!

" Isabelle(Belle) Wehunt "

billmagnus369 — 22 Aug 2007 8:11:05 GMT

Seeking information on Bell Wehunt. She married William Tarpley Hopper. He was born 16 May 1875 in Fannin Co.,Ga. Trying to find out who the parents of Belle Wehunt might be. Any information would be appreciated. Bill Magnus- bjmag1212@yahoo.com

Henry & Georgia Tankersley

seaterrell — 20 Aug 2007 5:41:09 GMT

Need info. on the wife of Henry Tankersley. I know her first name is Georgia or Georgie. They had a daughter Grace Tankersley who married Jesse James Deal. Georgia 2nd husband Herbert Pulliam. Thanks Carolyn

Family History

DixieD — 4 Jun 2002 4:59:15 GMT

Searching for information on John F.DAVENPORT and his wife
Elizabeth LONG. 1870 Census,Morganton List, place them in
Fannin Co,Georgia.
Also researching surnames : BIRD, WATSON,JONES

Old Fannin County Geography Help Needed

kaycolorado — 13 Aug 2007 3:36:56 GMT

Is there a map available online or in another publication that outlines Fairplay (or Fair Play) Township as it existed in Fannin County in the late 1800's? (1870-1890)

Alternately, I'd settle for a map of the Georgia militia districts. I know that militia district 1025 became part of that became Fairplay Township by 1880 but I have no clear idea where either are actually located.

Failing a map, is there someone familiar with old Fannin County geography that can describe the area that was covered by Fairplay?

There is an old query already up about the location of the Rollin Post Office. I'd really love an answer to that one too as I've got several old documents referencing that location. It clearly pre-dates Fannin County because I have seen it used as early as 1841 and heard of use back to 1836. Is it possible that the Rollin Post Office was actually not in the area that became Fannin and that it remained in Union County?

Second geography related question. Can anyone tell me anything about the early history of the community of Brown Mill?

And last geography question: Is there a good source available about early (1845 through 1900) history of marble (or other stone) quaries that might have operated in Fannin or Union counties?

Thanks much for any help.

Samuel Patton Roper b. a. 1881

montanab — 10 Aug 2007 3:16:32 GMT

From the McCaysville Citizen 2/14/1963:

Mr. Samuel Patton Roper, 82, passed away Friday, February 8, at the Watkins Memorial Hospital following a short illness. Mr. Roper was a life-long resident of Fannin County and was a retired employee of Fannin County. Mr. Roper was a member of the Toccoa Baptist Church. Surviving are two daughters, Mrs. I. E. Barnes, Mineral Bluff, Ga., and Mrs. J. L. Chastain of Smyrna, Ga.; two sons, Jack and Everett Roper of Mineral Bluff, Ga.; 15 grand children, 13 great grand children. Interment: Toccoa Baptist Church Cemetery.

Mrs. Annie Priscilla Ray b.a. 1882

montanab — 10 Aug 2007 3:09:12 GMT

From the McCaysville Citizen 2/7/1963:

Mrs. Annie Priscilla Ray, 81, passed away at the home of her son, Mr. Clyde Ray of Cleveland, Tenn. Saturday, February 2, 1963 following an extended illness. Mrs. Ray had lived most of her life in Fannin County and Blue Ridge. Surviving are two daughters, Mrs. Paul Hughes of Ellijay, Ga., Mrs. Julia Nicholson of Copperhille, Tenn.; four sons, Mr. Clyde and Joe Ray of Cleveland, Tenn., John Ray of Ducktown, Tenn., and Robert Ray of Flat Rock, Mich.; 30 grandchildren, 15 great grandchildren. Interment: Hamony Baptist Church Cemetery.

Mrs. Lela F. Jones b.a. 1905

montanab — 10 Aug 2007 3:02:27 GMT

From the McCaysville Citizen 1/31/1963:

Mrs. Lela F. Jones, 58, passed away at the Copper Basin Hospital Thursday, January 24, 1963, following a brief illness. Mrs. Jones was a life-long resident of Fannin County and had been a member of the Jacks River Church for 40 years. Surviving are her mother, Mrs. Senah Phillips Foster of Epworth, Ga., six sons, Rev. Charlie Jones, Luther A. Jones and Earnest Jones of Blue Ridge, Ga., Alvie R. Jones, Marietta, Ga., Robert Jones and Kenneth Jones, both of Higdon, Ga.; three daughters, Mrs. Avery Patterson and Miss Josephine Jones of Blue Ridge and Mrs. R. C. Sandifier of Doraville, Ga.; two sisters, three brothers and 12 grandchildren. Interment: Jacks River Cemetery.

Mrs. Ella Marie Lloyd

montanab — 10 Aug 2007 2:44:02 GMT

Mrs. Ella Marie Lloyd passed away at her home in Blue Ridge, Ga. following a long illness. Mrs. Lloyd had lived in Blue Ridge for many years and was a member of the Blue Ridge Methodist Church and a devout Christian. She was the widow of the late Dr. C. G. Lloyd. Mrs. Lloyd is survived by two daughters, Mrs. J. M. Eaton and Mrs. Frank Mashburn of Blue Ridge, one sister, Mrs. C. B. Crawford of Blue Ridge; one brother, Mr. A. H. Tone of Kenton, Ohio; and two grandchildren. Interment: Resthaven Memorial Park.

Mrs. Willa Bell Ross

montanab — 10 Aug 2007 2:33:00 GMT

From the McCaysville Citizen 1/25/1962:

Mrs. Willa Bell Ross passed away at her home in Blue Ridge following an extended illness. She was a member of the Ellijay Baptist Church. Survivors include her husband, Mr. Robert Ross; four daughters, Mary Helen, Bobbie Jean, Annette, and Mae Louise; two sons, Bud Alfred and Roy Lee Ross; one sister, Mrs. Janett Withrow of Blue Ridge. Funeral services were held from Padgett Chapel Thursday, January 18, 2 p.m. with the Rev. L. P. Parker of Alcoa, Tenn. officiating. Interment in the church cemetery.

My Family

91846 — 19 Sep 2001 3:18:10 GMT

I am a descendant of all of the above surnames and was born & raised in Colwell District of FANNIN COUNTY. I have quite a bit of information on PATTERSON (my maiden name) AND BROWN.I will be glad to share my info, and would love to have info on any of the above names.

Any body from Fannin Co.?????

abreakthrough — 16 Feb 2007 2:31:10 GMT

Looks like I have to make a trip down from Massachusetts. I have written courthouses in Fannin, Gilmer & Union counties trying to find information regarding my gggrandmother with no luck.

I am hoping that someone might have some suggestions on where I should look when I come there, hopefully this summer.

This is my situation:
I assume that my gggrandmother possibly died giving birth to her second child. Her husband remarried 3 months after the birth of this child. I find him on the census for many years with second wife, those 2 children and other children from the 2nd wife.

The date that my gggrandmother was last to be heard of was May of 1868 when she gave birth to my gggrandmother's brother.

I have both my gggrandmother and her brother's death certificates and they both state they were born in Fannin County. I have been unable to locate either of their birth certificates. I also have not been able to locate anything on the marriage of my gggrandparents or the death of my gggrandmother.

Any suggestions on where I should look?

Thanks in advance, Carol

L.J. Ballew and Mandy Smith

John Houston — 5 Dec 2000 12:00:00 GMT

Looking for information on L.J. Ballew and Mandy Smith married 12/11/1892 in Fannin Co. Ga. L.J. may have been James Lee or Joseph. Mandy was Amanda Elizabeth Smith died 1951 in Lenoir City, Tn.

Lance/Redman in Fannin or Gilmer Co., GA

abreakthrough — 22 Aug 2006 11:25:51 GMT

I am looking for a marriage for:
Amanda Redman and Thomas Lance around 1865 give or take a couple of years I'm guessing. I find them on the census before their marriage. (note: Redman is also sometimes Redmon or Redmond also Martha Isabel Killian was the second wife of Thomas JD Lance)

Amanda Redman is on the 1860 census with her mother, Susanna Forester Redman Stone, her stepfather John Stone, her natural siblings Dallas and Emanuel. They are in GILMER Co. Her birth father was Stephen Redman.

Thomas JD Lance is on the 1860 census with his mother Catherine and father Thomas. They are in FANNIN Co.

By March 15, 1867 my ggrandmother Mary Lance is born to Amanda & Thomas JD Lance.
By May 23, 1868 my ggrandmothers brother John Thomas Lance is born to Amanda & Thomas JD Lance.

I am also looking for birth records for these two children. Mary Lances death certificate says she was born in Fannin Co. But of course someone else gave the information.

Handsom Farmer

kdldreamer — 2 Jun 2007 10:44:05 GMT

I am looking for family pictures & stories of any of Handsom Farmer decendants. My line comes down thru Handsom, James W, Cyntha Farmer Woffork, Nellie Mae Woffork Dillard Abercrombie, and William H Dillard. I have a few pictures of Cyntha and Richard Woffork's Children.

Tom & Susie Gibbs Dillard

kdldreamer — 2 Jun 2007 10:30:24 GMT

Looking for info on Tom Dillard borm in 1866 and died in 1905. I think he may have been a brother to William Keener that Susie sister Louraine was married to. Tom & Susie had 2 sons Claude & William Harley. Susie later married Harve Magness I found the marriage certificate but they may have later divorced because she was using Dillard as her last name when she died. Susie & Harve had a son Allie Perry who used the last name of Dillard. I have info to share and will be willing to share my pictures of Tom, Susie, & the tree grown sons.

James C & Callie Roberson Dillard

kdldreamer — 2 Jun 2007 9:09:15 GMT

Looking for info on James Columbus Dillard's parents and siblings. He, Callie and some of his children and sister Laura Dillard Falls are buried at Pleasant Hill Baptist Church Cemetery in Fannin County, GA

David Louis Dilbeck

lewiselam1 — 4 Oct 2006 3:55:36 GMT

Looking to find the burial place of David Louis Dilbeck
and Sarah Scroggins, lst wife. Also, burial of 2nd wife Amanda Parsons. My line is off one of his daughters Martha Bn 1855 and married Samuel Pruitt l878 in Bradley Co. Tenn. David was in Ga 1870 census but must have died after. Died either Blue Ridge? or Morganton. Just not sure. Thanks for any help.

Simon Brown NC GA Tenn

michaelbrown9035 — 10 Jan 2007 12:45:38 GMT

I am looking for information on the Brown's that lived in Cherokee County, NC and also in Monroe County, TN. The specific Brown's are Simon Brown, wife Margaret, Leonard, James, Nancy, Esther, Emanuel Monroe and Neil Bery. This family in living in Beaverdam, Cherokee County, NC in 1870 and 1880. Several of the family are living in Monroe County in 1870 and 1880 - Leonard Brown, wife Elizabeth, Sarah Adeline and John. John Brown married Martha and Rachel Leming and Nancy Jane Stewart in Monroe County. Emanuel Monroe married Ellen Mills and they live in Monroe County in 1870 or 1880 also. I think Nancy Brown married a Peter Costner in Monroe County and Sarah A. Brown also married a Costner in Monroe County.

Simon and family also can be found in the 1860 Gilmer Co, GA census. Simon and Margaret had the following children that I know of: Leonard, James, Nancy, Ester (married a Pace), Susan Adeline, Emanuel Monroe, and Neil Bery. It appears that this family moved from NC to Georgia in about 1850 and then moved back to NC and Tennessee after 1862.

Before 1860 I find a Simon Brown in Buncombe County, NC that is between 20-30 and has small children. I am thinking that this might be the Simon I am looking for. Also, In posts to this County, I find a D. Morgan Brown that has a son born around 1809 or 1810 named Simon. I am wondering if my Simon and the son of Morgan are one in the same.

If you have any other information on this family, I would greatly appreciate your help.

Michael Brown
Tulsa, OK

Julia C. Taylor and husband Enos.J. Taylor

wt211 — 21 May 2007 12:23:58 GMT

My great grandfather Samuel Lafayette Lovell was born around 1866 in Chattanooga,Tennessee to Julia C. Lovell (nee Priest(?)) and unknown Lovell of Alabama. After Sam's father died (I am assuming), his mother Julia C. remarried a man by the name of Enos.J.Taylor and they settled down in Caldwell and then Mobile,Fannin,Georgia. The couple had two more children...George Taylor and John L. Taylor and a sister of Enos, Artamissa E. Patterson, also lived with the family according to the 1880 census. Does anyone have any info on this family? I am curious as I have little on this line of my family. thankyou, Brenda Kent. great great granddaughter of Julia C. Taylor.

Walton B. Gossett

JohnWest2712 — 20 May 2007 2:57:09 GMT

I am searchimg for parents of Walton Gossett . He is my great grandfather. I visit his grave and his wife Mary Ann Ledford . Hiram is my great great grandfather. I do not know anything about Hiram's wife Mary, her parent's names.

ROSS, BROCK

Bob Ross — 15 Aug 1998 12:00:00 GMT

I am seeking any information available concerning James Ross who lived in Fannin County, Georgia. He was married to a woman named Ann Brock? James was born in North Carolina about 1788 (where?, who were his ancestors?) Ann was born about 1795 in North Carolina. I believe she was a sister to Violet Brock, Jesse Brock, and Payton Brock. Part of this is guess work and I would like to find any information which might shed light on this pair.

Lee or Leander Higdon's parents

Tamie — 12 Apr 2004 10:59:24 GMT

Looking for info on Lee or Leander HIGDON's parents. A possible sibling is Adolphus Higdon. Lee HIGDON was born abt 1837 in NC, he was married in Fannin Co. GA in 1860. He later lived in Cannon Co and then White Co. TN.

Any help would be greatly appreciated!
Tamie

Obituary lookup

lindafie — 6 May 2007 11:41:50 GMT

I am in need of an obituary that appeared in the Blue Ridge N&O in 11-2005. If anyone is willing to do the lookup, please email me at lindafie@msn.com and I will give the name of the obituary I am interested in. Since it is a recent death, I would rather not post the name on the board. Thank you.

PICKELSIMER PICKLESIMER

Dennis D. Symer — 5 Aug 1998 12:00:00 GMT

I am researching the PICKLESIMERs in Fannin Co., GA.

Chadwick connections in GA

RoyChadwick27 — 12 Apr 2007 6:16:11 GMT

Looking for anyone who may have a Chadwick connection in Fannin Co. Looking for info on my Gfather John Chadwick brn abt 1860 GA,died 1817 Bell Co KY age 65?. I believe John parents were also John Chadwick brn abt 1820's either NC or GA,and Mary Hodgens/Hodgins/Hudgins brn abt 1831 NC/SC?. Gfather John may have had a brother named Abraham(Abe)Chadwick brn abt 1850's NC/GA?,died TN,and possile another brother James Chadwick,but not proven. I do know that Gfather John Chadwick lived in Anderson Co TN abt 1900,and in his household was his mother Mary Chadwick age 69,and two nephews Robert Chadwick age 18,and Oliver Chadwick age 17 both brn GA. I have heard the name Ballew who may have a connection to my Chadwick line from GA.
Either the 1st John Chadwick or Abraham(Abe)Chadwick was a Mason or a Circuit Rider or both?.
Any info would be appreciated.
Thanks,
Roy.

Chadwick connections in GA

RoyChadwick27 — 12 Apr 2007 6:15:53 GMT

Chadwick Relatives

cschadwick — 12 Sep 2003 12:20:29 GMT

Need info on Gparents John Chadwick,and Nervia/Nervy Bond. Gfather was born in Ga,and died in Laurel Co Ky abt 1917,and i believe he had relatives around Rome Ga. Any info would be helpful. Thanks Roy.

woody/hollifield/newberry families

sandra pinkston — 25 Mar 1999 12:00:00 GMT

Hi all! Seeking any info on family members. Just beginning to "climb my family tree"--so far, just a lot of loose leaves. Any help is appreciated--ancestors believed to have lived aroung Fannin/Lumpkin/Hall counties late 1870's. Thanks!!

Naturalization Records?

JohnLWhite4848 — 2 Apr 2007 9:15:26 GMT

Hello

Several members of my family tree came from Europe in the late 1800s or early 1900s to work in the mines and plant in Copperhill.

Could someone lead me to the Naturalization Records for citizens of Fannin County Georgia?

Would they be in the Georgia State Archives?

Or would they be in the court records of the county?

Likewise, What about Naturalization records for Copperhill, Polk County Tennessee and/or Cherokee County, NC.

Thanks,

Goodhunting!

John Longworth White

William Benton Lovingood & Alice Holt Lovingood

Kamy Rayburn Gamble — 19 Oct 2005 10:49:28 GMT

Looking for information on William Benton Lovingood (born about 1865-1870) who married Alice Cansada Holt. They had one daughter, Minnie Louise Lovingood who was born March 2, 1891. I do not have birth or death dates for William & Alice or a marriage date. Does anyone have any information on them? Where they are buried?

Also is there a site where Fannin Co. marriage records are available or are look-ups available?

Any help would be appreciated!

I have a picture of William when he was sheriff of Fannin County.

Margaret Davenport and James H. Couch

BAllen7745 — 6 Apr 2005 4:09:04 GMT

If anyone can help with information about this family, it would most appreciated. This is all the information I have at this time.

Margaret Davenport
b. 1886
d. 1978
buried at Millsaps Baptist Church Cemetery on Ritchie Creek Road in Fannin Co., Ga.
1st marr. abt. 1906 to James H. Couch

James H. Couch
b. 11 Oct. 1884
d. 14 Apr. 1925
buried at Millsaps Baptist Church Cemetery on Ritchie Creek Road in Fannin Co., Ga.

James and Margaret lived in Cad, Fannin Co., Ga. and ran the Cad post office there.

Margaret and James had the following children, that we know of thus far;
1) Floyd Couch
b. abt. 1907
marr. to Louise (maiden name unknown)
children; Megan?

2) Ethel Couch
b. abt. 1908/09
marr. Hoke Ritchie
children; ?

3) Fred Couch
marr. Minus (maiden name unknown)
children; (twins) Peggy and Penny, Joann, and another (name unknown at this time)

Margaret marr. 2nd George Washington "Wash" Allison abt. 1940. There were no children born to this union.

Margaret had a sister named Bessie Davenport born abt. 1890 and married "Belt" Dover. Their children were Bill and Floyd.

Margaret also had a brother called "Bud" Davenport who married Maggie (maiden name unknown). They had a son named Marshall.

Any help would be greatly appreiated.
Thank you.

Looking for my Georgia & S. Carolina. Ancestors

BarbaraCooper142 — 14 Feb 2007 9:18:50 GMT

My father Luther Spivey b.1911 Ga.d.1989 Ca. his mother,Mary Sisson, Spivey,b.1887 Ga. D.1953 Ohio,Mary's mother was Minerva (Patterson), Sisson b.est. 1847 Georgia or S.Carolina.(Minerva's parents from S. Carolina). Minerva Married James C. Sisson 1868 in Fannin Georgia. James Sisson b.est. 1842 Georgia. James & Minerva Married May 22 1968 in Fannin Geopgia. They had 2 daughters named Mary & Lilie Sisson.Mary (my grandmother) married Charles Spivey from Tenn. Lillie Married Enoch Patterson from Blue Ridge, Fannin, Georgia. I have pictures of Mary. Luther, Charles Spivey. A wedding Picture of Grace and or Laura Patterson w/ my dad Luther Spivey.

Margaret Celesta Green b. abt. 1897

CarolBerry1010 — 25 Jun 2001 1:28:19 GMT

From the McCaysville Citizen, McCaysville, GA, March 6, 1969:

Margaret Celesta Green, age 71, of Blue Ridge, Ga., passed away Thursday, February 27, at the Copper Basin Hospital following an extended illness. She was born in Fannin County and had spent all of her life here and was a member of the Blue Ridge Church of Christ. Survivors are two sons, Jack, Blue Ridge, and Tice, Atlanta, Ga.; four daughters, Mrs. Dainty Woody, Mrs. Mildred Farmer and Mrs. Geraldine Farmer, all of Blue Ridge, and Mrs. Ruth Cooper, Houston, Texas; one brother, Talton, Blue Ridge; and ten grandchildren. Interment was in the Ozion Baptist Cemetery.

Looking for information on Tice Nolan Green

jhoeflein — 2 Feb 2007 8:49:55 GMT

Tice died in the mid-90's I believe but I am looking for information about him and his family. He has a sister named Ruth Cooper who lives in Ackworth Georgia.
Tice could possibly be my mother's biological father so I am trying to get as much information as I can about him.
Please email me if you can help!
candyeclair@gmail.com

Hobert Hammock From Mineral Bluff, GA

southearls1 — 1 Feb 2007 5:11:29 GMT

I am looking for Information on Hobert Hammock / ack.
He was born 26 March 1901 in Powder Springs, Grainger Co, TN
Died, 20 March 1974 in Mineral Bluff, GA
He married Dora Lillian Amburn
Hobert's Parents were Johnathan Hammock & Matilda Noe ((Noel) from Grainger Co, TN.
Any Information would be greatly appreciated, Thanks Connie

Looking for Descendants of Pett Bennett or his Son Floyd

DebbieAllen52 — 18 Jan 2007 3:25:32 GMT

In the 1930 Fannin County census I found Floyd Bennett
and his wife Thursa, with their children and Mother
Della Bennett. Della's Husband was Pett Bennett and I believe Petts brother was Mike Bennett. If anyone has info on these Bennetts Please contact me.

Sisson

BarbaraCooper142 — 29 Dec 2006 12:54:33 GMT

Information on the Sisson that was married to Patterson in May 22 1868

BOTTS-FISHER

twobearsbotts — 23 Jun 2001 2:36:18 GMT

I have a list of sure names in my family line! Isure hope to fined some family here.. (BOTTS),FISHER,COLLIS,COLE,HOUSELY?QUEEN,BYRD,BLANKENSHIP,ROSS,GALLOWAY,PAYNE,THAKER,CORDALL,or CORDELL,HICKS,BLACKWELL,EVENS, and I have more

DAVIS, BROOKSHIRE, GARLAND

dorles horton — 4 Sep 1998 12:00:00 GMT

My gmother Minnie Garland was born in Fannin County GA, sep 23 1883. her mother was Eliza Davis brn 1862, Fannin Co, her father was Thos C Garland, brn in NC, Elizas father and mother were George W Davis and Martha Brookshire Davis, both of whom are buried in the Tilly Baptist Church Cemetary. The
listings for the plot names are only for people born before 1850, there was a brother to my gmother name unknown, who died as a young man, his last name would be Garland. The plot where my gggrand parents are buried also is a Garland plot. Is there any way to find the number of Garlands and their names and possibly the names of their parents from some registry or someone who might have access to that information. Would also like any info on the Brookshires. We have no knowledge of the parents of Martha Brookshire Davis.
Any help will be much appreciated.

JOSEPH &/OR PHILIP BAILEY

CHERYL BAILEY — 28 Dec 1998 12:00:00 GMT

RESEARCHING JOSEPH BAILEY CHILD OF ANSEL BAILEY AND RUTHA MAE TIPTONS. JOSEPH MARRIED A NANCY LUKEWATER OR LEAUGUIRE. NANCY WAS A CHEROKEE THEREFORE ANSEL DISOWNED HIS SON AND WROTE HIM DEAD IN FAMILY BIBLE. WOULD LIKE VERFICATION ON MARRAGE OF JOSEPH AND NANCY. INFORMATION ON NANCY. ALSO JOSEPH AND NANCY HAD A SON PHILIP A. BAILEY. THIS IS MY GREAT GRANDFATHER.
ANY INFO. ON PHILIP WOULD BE GREAT ALSO.
IF ANYONE HAS INFO. ON THIS LINE PLEASE CONTACT ME. I WOULD LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU.
THANK YOU AHEAD OF TIME.
CHERYL

Parris

GrantDiana — 1 Dec 2006 8:04:28 GMT

Contact me on the Parris line I have quite a bit of info for you. Diana Botts Grant . Emai is dianag5451@yahoo.com

Looking for Fulbright family members

BPanter — 17 May 2002 11:33:13 GMT

Looking for information on Fulbright family; they lived in and around Fannin Co., GA and Polk Co., TN. My step-mother-in-law, Ebba Fulbright, was orphaned as a very small child and raised by an O'Neill family in this area. Have recently learned she may have had other siblings. She married Kimsey B. Panter and had three children. Any information greatly appreciated.

Betty

Elijah Hill descendents

honey2010 — 26 Nov 2006 1:09:18 GMT

Would anyone know how I could order the book
Elijah
Elijah Hill and his descendents by Betty Murray? I found a copy of it in the library in Spencer, Tennessee, Van Buren county. I think it was published in 2001. Mrs. Murray is supposed to live in Fannin county Georgia. My family are from his line.
Thanks so much,
Mabeline Smith

email for probate court

Jeff Hunter — 25 Nov 2006 4:43:34 GMT

I learned the other day by talking on the phone with the probate court that they have an email address. May speed things up a bit to write.

probatecourt@pbs.net

all lower case

Jones, Fosters, Mathews of Fannin

arpange — 19 Nov 2006 7:38:38 GMT

My great grandparents were born in Fannin, I think around Higdon Store and Watson Mtn. Homer Benjamin Magrum Jones and Frances Irene Foster my great grandparents are suppose to have a lot of relatives left in the area. Anyone know if the Jones still have a reunion every summer near the chapel? Would love to hear from my cousins!

Andrew & Martha Beaver Cox

Perry DuPre Jr. — 9 Nov 2006 3:49:14 GMT

Hello,
I'm working on my Beaver Family tree.Would like to have information on the aboved family to complete tree.
John & Sarah Beaver,The parents of Martha Beaver, were living with this family in the 1860 Census.The Cox family was shown under a different family name in that census.
Would love to get anything on the Cox family and his inlaws.
Do you krow were any of them are buried, etc..
Take Care, Perry DuPre Jr.
pldupre@yahoo.com

Fannin County Death Certificates 1919-1925

Jeff Hunter — 3 Nov 2006 12:49:57 GMT

Still looking for those that want to help bring copies of these back to Fannin County. For some reason when the vital records left the courthouse one time and went to the health center the early records didn't make it back. The files begin in 1926. A few people have donated money for me to get copies, but in large I have been paying for the copies. The vital records for Georgia in order to make more room in the warehouses have given for safe keeping Georiga Death records for 1919-1930. Price is 30 cents a copy. Some of my cousins have donated to the cause, but others to donate are needed. Plan when all are collected and copied to give a copy back to the courthouse, The Fannin County Historical Society, The Fannin Library, The Marrietta Library (Georiga Room) and the Atlanta Public Library. If you would like to sponser an ancestor or make a donation please contact me. any little bit helps. Records not only record death, but can help mark unmark grave since they list burial place etc. Many, many uses once collected.

1880 Noontootla, Fannin County Census/GARRETT

janporterahola — 29 Oct 2006 1:45:49 GMT

At hh55/55 are the following:
GARRETT, William..56..NC
Emily M..35..GA
John G..11..GA
Emily M..7..GA
Louisa..6..GA
Peter G..5..GA
Rebeca..3.GA
Narcissus..a..GA

I am trying to identify who William's parents are and Emily's maiden name.

I have found William Elisha GARRETT (s/o Joseph GARRETT and Sarah STROUD ) who married Mary MASHBURN listed with these children, but I believe this is incorrect . They list the mother of these children as Mary Emily MASHBURN married to William Elisha GARRETT.

Thank you

Mineral Bluff, Georgia

Frances Tate — 21 Oct 2006 3:13:04 GMT

I am in need of getting the marriage license of my
gr.aunt ellen Mcallister , who married A.Q.L.
Williams. They were buried there in Mineral Bluff.
I don't know if they had any childern . They married
after her mother or grandmother NarcissasMcallister
died on MAY 18, 1889.I have the pictures and records of where they were buriied. i need the address to send for the marriage license. Thanks, Frances

Need sponsors for death certificates or entire year of death certificates

Jeff Hunter — 22 Sep 2006 2:22:58 GMT

Birth and death records began in Georiga in 1919. The Fannin County Courthouse should have these records from the start date, but they don't. At some point the certificates and the indexes were moved to the county health department. When they were brought back to the courthouse the early index was missing as well as most all certificates until 1926. The first index and the first complete folder of death certificates begins in 1926. Georgia Vital records in order to make room in the warehouses has placed for safe keeping death certificates from 1919-1930 with the Georiga Archives. I think Fannin County needs a copy of these records. Would like to replace a copy at the courthouse, give a copy to the library and the Baugh House (Historical Society for Fannin County) for research. That way Fannin County will have three places these can be looked up. I have purchased the entire year of 1919 (84 documents). Looking for others that would like to sponser this project by buying a whole year or by just paying for a copy of some ancestor you need a death certificate for. A single copy would be $3.00 (well below the $10.00 if you went through Vital Records for a request). A list of what is available is on www.Ancestry.com. Go to the Georgia deaths section. To pull up an entire year just just type in year and Fannin County and it will bring up all certificates. The next year 1920 has 114 certificates. Would like to make some time of database as well to list information off certificates for easy access. Let me know your thoughts on the matter or if you need a copy of any certificate.
I can also be reached at
Jeff Hunter
1374 Wayne Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30306

Surnames

Martha Collins-Edge — 23 Jun 2001 3:32:38 GMT

Nathaniel Scott BURTON & wife Adeline Nancy HICKS of Sugar Creek

Margaret Brown Fearn — 16 Oct 2006 6:42:36 GMT

Looking for info/connections to Nathaniel Scott BURTON and wife Nancy Adeline HICKS who were married in Meadows, Stokes County, North Carolina in Dec 1886 and moved to Fannin Co, Georgia by 1900 Fed Census. Couple is buried in Sugar Creek Bapt Chur Cem, Fannin County, Georgia. Known children were Rosannah, Lillie E, Nora J, Lora or Lana (?) E. Burton - may be others. Willing to share and or exchange info - anyone recognize the family?

Need Marriage Lookup Please

Rebecca1933 — 13 Oct 2006 9:48:22 GMT

Name is William Fred Robinson and Geneva ? married between 1929-1930 Thanks

Moss/Buchanan marriages

margie Grover — 13 Oct 2006 2:12:12 GMT

Forgot to mention that Samuel Dennis Buchanan married first; Mary Moss had two children Martha and John; then married Susan Moss and had George Samuel Buchanan, my line. Looking for Moss connection as well. Thanks, Margie

Cherokee Buchanans

Margie Grover — 13 Oct 2006 2:06:55 GMT

Trying to locate ancestors from NC, possible Cherokee connection. Particular name of Samuel Dennis Buchanan. Thanks

Marriage Lookup

BillMagnus21 — 13 Oct 2006 8:43:32 GMT

The date of marriage for Isabella Johnson Abercrombie and William Magnes was between 1865 and 1870. Thanks

Marriage Lookup

BillMagnus21 — 13 Oct 2006 8:43:32 GMT

Looking for information on marriage of Isabella Johnson Abercrombie & William Magness. Any info would be greatly appreciated.
Bill Magnus
bjmag1212@yahoo.com

Adam Amaziath Hill Family Reunion {Georgia}

Jack_R_Hill — 3 Sep 2006 1:15:27 GMT

The Adam A. Nichols (1798-1862) will begin at 10 AM on Saturday Sept. 16 at the West Union Baptist Church on West Union Road off Byers Creek Road in Young Harris, Ga.Coming from Blairsville turn Left at the red light in Young Harris on to Murphy St. go .7 mile turn left on to Byers Creek Rd. go 1.2 mile then turn right on Clerance Nichols Rd. and then immediately Left on West Union Church Rd. go .5 miles Church is on the left on top of the hill. Historian Jerry Taylor will present a short program in the morning concerning the A.A. Nichols family his fifteen children and related families. A covered dish lunch will be served at Noon followed by a discussion of the 1861 will of A.A. Nichols led by family historian John Nichols. One hundred plus descendents are expected to be in attendance. Hope to meet you there..Jack R. Hill Sr. fordone@alltel.net

census question

tabddhte — 18 Aug 2006 5:56:04 GMT

in the fannin co 1860 census, melitia district 1026 there are quite a few listings where the place of birth is listed as "DO" can anyone tell me what this means?

Dread & Walker PELFREY

Debi Parm — 1 Sep 2006 6:29:21 GMT

In searching the 1870 cenus, I discovered that Dread and Elizabeth PELFREY had a son, named Walker. He was listed as 4 years old in 1870. This is the first I have heard of him. Does anyone have any information? I have been to the cemeteries where Mary Jane, Elizabeth, and Dread area buried, but I have never found a grave for a Walker Pelfrey. Any help will be appreciated.

marriage license for Callahan/Peercey

billie_eacret — 3 Oct 2006 10:58:26 GMT

looking for marriage cert/license for Greene Callahan and Mary elizabeth Peercey who were married December 26th, 1854 in Fannin County, Ga.....thanks...

Ellis, John and wife Ruth 1900 census Fannin Co GA

ritaellis36 — 15 Aug 2006 4:44:24 GMT

Looking for parents of John Ellis who was listed on the 1900 census of Fannin County, Georgia in Hotthouse.

John Ellis Jan 1864 GA
Ruth Ellis May 1864 TN
Charles Ellis June 1888 GA
Allice Ellis Oct 1889 GA
Hayden Ellis Jan 1892 GA
Lillie Ellis Oct 1894 GA
Byrt Ellis Jan 1898 GA
Benjamin Ellis Apr 1900 GA

Possible parents are Charles Jefferson Ellis and Louise Trammell.

JAMES EPHRAIM BRADBURN FAMILY

johnthepayne — 14 Nov 2006 7:49:38 GMT

Looking for information on James Ephraim BRADBURN, born ca 1848 in Buncombe Co., NC. Married Mary Elizabeth MASSEY, born ca 1849 in Buncombe Co., died 29 May 1926 in Fannin Co. She was the daughter of THomas Bradford Massey and Frances Paine. They were living in Cherokee Co., NC on the 1900 census and on the 1910 census they were in Union Co., GA. They had the following known children:

1. Laura Bradburn. born June 1872 in Madison Co. NC, died 3 December 1936 in Fannin Co. Married Lafayette Allen, born ca 1850 in NC on 30 December 1911 in Polk Co., TN.
2. Thaddeus Bradburn, born ca 1875 in Madison Co.
3. Hannah Bradburn, born January 1879 in Madison Co., died 1 December 1916 in Bourbon Co., KY. Md. Adolphus Marler, born ca 1852 in Madison Co.
4. Wylie Bradburn, born 4 July 1881 in Madison Co., died 17 April 1950 in Bourbon Co. Md. Willie __________, B. 8 May 1892 in NC, died 26 February 1973 in Geneva, OH.
5. Henry W. Bradburn, born 19 June 1883 in Madison Co., died 2 August 1952 in Birmingham, AL. Md. Cordelia _______, born ca 1886 in NC, died 17 September 1956 in BIrmingham.
6. Joseph Lawson Bradburn, born 8 August 1884 in Madison Co., died 10 January 1975 in Fannin Co. Md. Zillie ________, born 6 December 1896, died April 1979 in Fannin Co.
7. William Zechariah Bradburn, born 25 December 1888 in Madison Co., died 25 January 1960. Md. Bertha _________. B. 17 July 1897, died 4 June 2000 in Fannin Co.
8. Lula Bradburn, born May 1890 in Madison Co.
9. Bessie Bradburn, born October 1892 in Madison Co.

William & Eliza Odom

bettya5058 — 14 Aug 2006 1:37:54 GMT

Looking for information about my husbands g grandparents William and Eliza Odom. Couple lived in McCaysville, Eliza passed away about 1919 and William was living with daughter and son in law, Georgia and Wade Godfrey, until his death in 1923. Would love the know where they are buried..

BEAVERS,WILLIAMS,DILBECK,SCROGGINS

Lucius M. Amburn — 2 May 1999 12:00:00 GMT

FANNIN CO. GA
I am seeking any info about my Great & Great-Great Grandparents. My Great-Grandparents were:

BILL WILLIAMS - 08/1863 - 01/1923 MARRIED TO:
AMANDA BEAVERS WILLIAMS - 10/06/1868 - 08-22/1968

AMANDA'S PARENTS WERE:

REV.JOHN BEAVERS MARRIED TO:
DESSIE DILBECK BEAVERS

I think Dessie's mother's maiden name was SCROGGINS, but am not sure. ANY info will be greatly appreciated. THANKS!

L.M.Amburn

Albany, GA