Currituck - Family History & Genealogy Message Board

Phillip and Charity Northern of Currituck, NC info request

Carl Northern — 15 Oct 2004 11:58:44 GMT

Looking for more information on the Ancestors and Decendants of the Charity Northern and Phillip Northern(d:1802) Family. Children: Phillip, Benjamin, Frederick, Patrick

Gordon Jones book of will abstracts look-up?

1dianeparrish — 17 Nov 2008 10:16:05 GMT

I have not been able to locate a copy of this book and wondered if anyone who had it might be willing to look up Burris/Burroughs/Burres etc and for will info in Currituck county? Thank you in advance. Alternatively, does anyone know where to get a copy of the book?

Betsy Dowdy & Black Bess

LDickin628 — 16 Nov 2008 4:35:03 GMT

I happened across the story of Betsy Dowdy's ride to General Skinner regarding the impending occupation of Great Bridge, VA by the British during the Revolution. Was this a factual event? If so, what became of Betsy in later years?

Owens Family of Currituck and Tyrrell Counties, NC

JeanOSchroeder — 19 Feb 2008 6:41:10 GMT

This is for or anyone researching the line of John Owens who wrote his will 16 Sep 1748 in Tyrrell Co., NC or Adam Owens who was born ca. 1748 and d. 1802 in Tyrrell Co., NC. I am thrilled to be able to share this information. After 15 years of searching, I have found proof that Adam was John's son. An Orphan bond in 1764 appoints Thomas Owens his guardian and states that Adam is the son of the deceased John Owens. All of John's children were under the age of 18 when he wrote his will, so I don't know who their original guardian was, possibly John's wife Ann but most likely a male relative or friend. Anyone wanting more information can email me, I will be happy to share.

Jean

Moyock Cemetery

AliciaJones28 — 25 Mar 2006 2:32:08 GMT

Where is the Moyock Cemetery located that has been recently transcribed online?
I have Dempsey Casey Deeds 1792-1826 that "exclude the graveyard". I have thought it to be the Casey family graveyard over the years the Caseys owned the land.
Would like to compare the Moyock Cemetery location with Casey homestead location refs. Since Dempsey Casey was a Baptist Minister until his death in 1814, I thought a Church may have been located close by or the graveyard may have held more than the family etc.
Thank you

BOWDENs of Knotts Island

Liz Bowden Healy — 26 Aug 1999 12:00:00 GMT

I am seeking information about any BOWDENS of Currituck County especially Knotts Island.

Sam Evans and Julia Forbes

Karen — 1 Jan 2005 3:26:25 GMT

Does anyone have any information on Sam Evans and Julia Forbes they were married Jan 4, 1900. Thanks Karen

LEWIS, William and Courtney

Alicia Fox — 25 Jan 1999 12:00:00 GMT

Looking for more information on Courtney ___, born around 1800, married William Lewis, who died Guilford Co., NC in 1831. Census lists Courtney's birthplace as Currituck County. Children were Lawrence, Orlando, Ira Rodolphus, Ethalinda, Elivima, and Ofice. Courtney remarried to John Wooters in Guil. Co. in 1847 and died there in 1880. Was a member of the United Methodist church. Any leads gratefully accepted. Thanks!!

ALICE RUTH (MOORE) (SMART) ARGENBRIGHT

TONYA ADAMS — 17 Aug 1999 12:00:00 GMT

I AM CURRENTLY RESEARCHING MY FAMILY TREE. ALL MEMBERS OF IMMEDIATE FAMILY ARE DECEASED. THERE IS NO ONE TO TELL STORIES OR CLARIFY INFORMATION. PLEASE IF THESE NAMES RING A BELL TO ANYONE PLEASE CONTACT ME.
ADDITIONAL NAMES.....
HATTIE WILSON
WILLIE WILSON
DALTON SMART
RED ARGENBRIGHT
LEO MIDGETT
DENNY MOORE
ALLAN MOORE

THANK YOU SO VERY MUCH, TONYA ADAMS GRANDDAUGHTER OF ALICE

Samuel GREGORY

bstokley678 — 19 Jun 2008 2:37:48 GMT

Looking for information on Samuel Gregory who died between 1845-1850. He was m. to Chloe Gregory, dt. of Luke Gregory and Angelica Ballance. They had three children, Thomas, Nancy, and Angelica. Any information would be appreciated.
Bob

Truman Garrett

Duane Barton — 13 Dec 1999 12:00:00 GMT

Looking for ancestors of Truman Garrett born 1777 somewhere in NC. I have found a Truman Garrat on the Currituck Co., NC tax list, that's it.

Thanks
Duane Barton

Cooper or Fletcher

foots49 — 28 Sep 2008 7:21:02 GMT

Does anyone have information on a John Cooper or Robert Fletcher family living in Currituck County in the 1760/1790 time frame?

John's wife was Esther and Robert's wife was Lydia Williams.

Esther was the daughter of Robert and Lydia.

Thomas & Chloe Barrett (1824-1909) of Powells Point

silkberry — 26 Sep 2008 4:40:25 GMT

Seeking info on Thomas (1825-1909) and Chloe(1824-1901?)Barrett who resided in Powells Point area of Currituck Co, NC. Married 1845. At least 2 children : Margaret (1848-1854) and Priscilla (1851-1861) Family buried in Barrett Cemetery eastside of US158 Powells Point. Possibly John Barrett (1800-aft 1850)father of Thomas Barrett. Have census records 1850-1900 for family.Have copy of Thomas Barrett's will. Need wife's maiden name and any other available info on Barrett line and relationship to Scott line also of Powells Point. (heirs in will)

Joseph Whittaker

Connie Knipp — 7 Jun 2000 12:00:00 GMT

I am searching for a needle in a haystack, so I am trying Currituck County, N.C. because I thought it is possible Currituck may have been a point of entry for Joseph Whittaker, born at sea, parents die at sea coming from England. Joseph was taken by friends and raised in N.C. and bounded out either for his passage or keep.He says in a pension applacation the ship sailed up the Roanoke River into N.C. The date 1754. Anyone with info or access to Currituck documents could you please contact me if you see his name? He married Abedience Perdue about 1774. Thanks

Family of Peter Morrisette

Larry — 15 Nov 2003 4:09:47 GMT

My great grandfather was Peter Mitchell Morrisette, b. 1880. His brothers were J. P. Morrisette & Rowland Morrisette, and he had a sister, name not known. Peter was born & died in Princess Anne County, VA. In researching my other llines, I have found a lot of crossovers between PA County and Currituck County, NC. Since I can not find any other information about my Morrisettes in VA, I am curious as to whether anyone has run across these names in Currituck? Maybe they came to VA from NC.

Gallop-Snow Cemetery

glgwlane — 20 Jul 2008 3:31:01 GMT

The Gallop-Snow cemetery is located at Powells Point NC one mile up Snow Lane (SR 1115). I visited this cemetery in 2007 and find it is just beside a borrow pit lake. Is this the next waterfront housing development? Some names from memory of folks buried there: Dutcher, Lewark, Brinson, Banks, Snow,Gallop,Scarborough,White. I got the name and location of the cemetery from the Currituck Cemetery Book. If you are interested in photos of some of the stones I will be glad to share.

Doxey pictures from Carol Smith

glgwlane — 16 Jul 2008 12:53:55 GMT

I wish to contact Carol Smith about some pictures she sent to the Currituck website and her address is no longer good. If she would contact me, I would appreciate it. I have a picture I would like her to help identify. Possibly it is of William James Doxey.

THOMPSON - WHITE ... 1700'S ... CURRITUCK COUNTY, NC.

James Thompson — 21 Aug 2002 4:09:42 GMT

Lost Colony DNA Testing

MIDGETT — 26 Jun 2008 1:34:01 GMT

For those of you that may be interested--this came across my desk this morning.
Kay Midgett Sheppard

North Carolina Outer Banks Mystery Could be Solved by DNA Testing
The Lost Colony Center for Science and Research uses primary sources, archaeology, oral histories and satellite technology to uncover the fate of the first English settlers to North America. In 1587, a group of English colonists on Roanoke Island disappeared, leaving behind a single clue – the word "CROATAN" carved into a tree. The Croatan were a group of American Indians who lived nearby.

The Lost Colony Center for Science and Research is discovering some of the newest and most interesting findings of what happened to the Lost Colonists of 1587. The Center's researchers now believe that the English colonists merged with the Croatan Indians and were assimilated. The center is working on identifying present-day descendants. The Center also is negotiating the final stages of an agreement with the Sorenson Molecular Genealogy Foundation to be the new DNA partner. The partnership would offer free DNA testing to anyone who meets specific surname requirements.

The DNA project, the largest ever performed, is targeting people with either the colonists' or Native American surnames. According to the Center's Director Fred Willard, there are 160 names the Center is tracking, and they "are very focused on 100 of these."

To support their research, Willard and his team have found land deeds and marriage licenses that support the colonists merging with the Indians. The names recorded in these documents along with the rosters from the English voyages are the names of interest. When he tracked the names on the deeds, he found residents in present-day Chocowinity, East Lake, and Gum Neck, carried some of the same surnames.

"We are hoping to track the families as they moved," said Willard, which in turn would give information as to where the colonists dispersed. My hypothesis is the lost colonists merged with the Croatan Indians and were assimilated and over time the Croatan Indians changed to Hatteras Indians," said Willard.

Willard is hoping the DNA project will locate people with Native American ancestry, connect English families to the Lost Colonists genealogically, and track the population migration.

With the new partnership, the DNA testing would occur in three phases. The first phase, after 300 tests have been performed, will result in a preliminary study that will "match people living far away with people that never moved," said Willard.

The second phase, after 600 tests, or an estimated three years, will include people from England that have never been to North America. To perform those tests, Willard said his team may have to travel to England.

If the first two phases are successful, Willard said the Center will attempt to obtain a permit from the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA) that would allow archaeologists to excavate Native American remains for DNA testing.

You can read more about this project at the Lost Colony Center for Science and Research web site at http://www.lost-colony.com.

The list of surnames currently being researched can be found here: http://www.lost-colony.com/surnames.html

HALL & WOOD

Al Hill — 17 Apr 2000 12:00:00 GMT

Rev. James Gatling HALL b. 14 Nov 1801, Currituck Co, NC, to Spence & Polly GATLING HALL. Married Elizabeth Sterling WOOD, daughter of William & Ann GRANBERRY WOOD. James Gatling Hall & wife Elizabeth both died 1878 in yellow fever epidemic in Grenada, MS, along with other family members. Daughter Ann Temperance HALL (1835-1857) married Dr. Henry Willis Hill (1827-1904) in Grenada, MS. Need all info on any of these families.

Al Hill

RICHARD SANDERSON, DEMARIS COLLMON

cellene1 — 21 Jun 2008 11:17:54 GMT

Seeking any info on Richard Sanderson of Currituck, N.C. b.1641?, d. 1718. Possibly married to Demaris Collmon.

Thanks for any assist in advance.

Cellene

Belangia Family

kenbrowning80 — 28 Dec 2001 6:46:32 GMT

Seeking any information on the Belangia family of Currituck County, North Carolina. I believe this Belangia family links to the Belangia family of Tyrrell, North Carolina.

Cemetery in Coinjock

glgwlane — 11 Jun 2008 9:02:13 GMT

I have just become aware of a proposed toll road that will go from the Coinjock NC area to Corolla NC. This road and its on and off ramps will take out a Walker-Newbern cemetery located near the Aydlett Road. Names of those buried there: N J & FANNIE HAMPTON WALKER, ESSIE VIRGINIA WALKER TILLET, VIRGIE WALKER NEWBERN, WILLIAM AND ESTELLE WALKER, GRAHAM WALKER, TWO WALKER BABIES, DAUGHTERS OF CARL & MAUDE GRIGGS WALKER, ROBERT AND LUCY LEE, MARY LEE HALSTEAD. ADJACENT IS THE NEWBERN GRAVEYARD WITH THESE STONES: WILLIAM HENRY & LELA V. NEWBERN, WESLEY A. NEWBERN, HENRY M NEWBERN, RETA SPRY NEWBERN, SETH N. GARRINGTON

Cemeteries along hwys 158 & 168

LDickin628 — 12 Jun 2008 10:37:01 GMT

Can anyone tell me of any cemeteries along the highways 158 & 168 that were moved, destroyed or otherwise impacted during the widening of said highways?

Thank you.

Confusion with Thomas Gregory 1759-1844

LDickin628 — 17 May 2008 6:24:37 GMT

I have found only an abstract of the will of Thomas Gregory.

Abstracts of Wills & Other Records, Currituck & Dare Counties, NC (1663-1850):
WB #4: Gregory, Thomas
16 May 1843
Feb 1845
Sons: Spence, Nathan H.
Daughters: Director Gallop, Sivility Parker, Fanny W. Gregory
Mentioned: Manloff R. Gregory
Grandson: Thomas G. Rodgers, s/o dau Polly Rodgers
Exr: Dau Fanny W.
Wit: James Bean, Jesse Partridge, Hodges Gallop

Can anyone verify if this was transcribed correctly?

According to the above will, Thomas Gregory had children:
1. Spence
2. Nathan H.
3. Director m. Gallop
4. Sivility m. Parker
5. Fanny W.
6. Polly m. Rodgers

However, in Thomas Gregory's RevWar pension, another daughter, Letisty Parker is mentioned. I find that Letisty Gregory, b. abt 1817 m. Samuel Parker, resided in Livingston Co., MO by 1860. Nathan, Spence and Manloff (another son?) also resided in Livingston Co., MO.

In this pension file, Betsey is named as the deceased wife of Thomas Gregory. Other notes I've seen state that Director Hall was the wife of Thomas Gregory.

Who was the wife of Thomas Gregory 1759-1844? Why was Letisty not mentioned in his will? Who was Manloff mentioned in his will? Did Fanny Gregory ever marry? What was Polly's husband's (Mr. Parker) given name?

Any help would be greatly appreciated!

Lynnea Dickinson
Davenport, IA

CRAIN / CRANE

dennisfcranejr — 27 Oct 2001 10:10:46 GMT

HI.DOES ANYONE HAVE ANY INFO.ON CRAIN / CRANE'S LIVING IN EASTERN N.C.?.MAINLY BEFORE 1965.TRYING TO FIND OUT WHERE AND WHEN THE CRAIN//CRANE'S CAME TO DARE AND TYRRELL COUNTIES.JAMES AND OLIVE CRAIN WERE MY GREAT-GREAT-GREAT GRANPARENTS.I WELCOME ANY AND,ALL HELP,AND SUGESTIONS.THANKS!!

Benj. PARKER died 1847

CFregoe — 21 Apr 2003 8:06:00 GMT

I am looking for any info on who the parents of Benjamin PARKER might be. His wife was Sally and I am a descendant through his daughter Letitia PARKER who married Wakeman FORBES. Their other children were Jordan PARKER b 1813 married Millie EVANS, Caleb T PARKER b 1824, Exerna PARKER b 1825,Mary Ann PARKER b 1830, and John PARKER b 1831. Any info on this group would be greatly appreciated. Please contact me via e-mail.

Thank you

Searching for Gail Swain

MIDGETT — 12 May 2008 10:55:30 GMT

Does anyone on this Board have Gail Swain's current e-mail address? If so, please write to me privately at genie12@bellsouth.net.

Thanks!

Kay Midgett Sheppard

Isles Cooper/Sarah Cooper

Pucky — 26 Jul 2001 9:35:14 GMT

I am looking for information on Isles Cooper of Currituck Co. N.C. His first wife (he never divorced her) was Susannah Sanders. His 3rd wife was Sarah, with whom he had Elizabeth, wife of William Ferrebee; and John Cooper. His will probated in 1763 lists a legatee in the name of William Brock Wilson. I am looking for any information on the 2nd wife or William Brock Wilson.

Virginia/North Carolina border

pookiesmom1231 — 11 Nov 2006 8:08:38 GMT

I would like to know if the dividing line between Va.and NC has always been where it is presently? I have people who were born in Princess Anne/Norfolk Co,Va.in early 1800's,but if the border was further south,maybe born in Currituck? I am specifically looking for any variation on the name Pallett. Thank You.

Moore, John Henry b. 1834

LMWilson129 — 22 Apr 2008 3:32:41 GMT

I am searching for any shred of a clue about John Henry Moore born about 1834 in NC. The county, his parents and siblings are unknown. He appeared in Helena, Phillips, Arkansas, about 1863 where he enlisted in the Confederate army. After the war, he married Susan Helen Walton Loury/Lowery and remained in the area the rest of his life. DNA from this line has been submitted to the Moore family project. Help needed...Linda Wilson

Nicholson's Point

WOLVES — 25 Jul 2007 9:15:36 GMT

Does anyone have any information on the Plantation called Nicholson's Point in Currituck, County? It was owned by William Nicholson when he was given the land grant around 1704 and the land was passed down from generations. It was still there in 1977. I believe a Thomas Simmons was his son -in-law. Would appreciate any info an this family and the Simmons.

Ethridge

NancyLHamm — 22 Oct 2005 2:34:30 GMT

I am researching the family of Thomas ETHRIDGE, born 1775 in Ethridge Creek Landing, Currituck County, NC, died October 15, 1855 in Lawrence County, TN. I am trying to locate information about his parents, wife, and siblings. I'm happy to share any information I have about this family with you.
(originally submitted 6 Aug 1998)

River Boat Captains

wpo16v — 4 May 2007 3:37:37 GMT

Is there a source of information on individuals who were river boat captains on and around Albemarle Sound?
My great grandfather was a captain on the James and Choan River for 8-10 years and I would like to learn more.
Thanks

Eiland

Jim Moore — 2 Oct 1998 12:00:00 GMT

Seeking information on Richard EILAND (Island) born ca 1688 poss. in Lower Norfolk Co. (later Princess Anne Co.) or in Currituck Precinct. Richard died abt 1733 in Princess Anne Co., VA or Currituck Co., NC. Richard's will was recorded in Currituck Precinct, NC. Richard prob. Married Elizabeth HEATH abt 1709 in Princess Anne Co., VA. Richard settled on E. bank of North River where the state boundary line now runs. Richard had the following children. Elizabert, Jane, Richard Jr., George, Sara and Robert
(originally submitted 17 May 1998)

Padrick/Pedrick/Paderick families

Mike Padrick — 26 Oct 1998 12:00:00 GMT

Padrick family in Currituck County, North Carolina

Olivers

Charles W. Oliver — 11 Jan 1999 12:00:00 GMT

I am desperately searching for information on Thomas OLIVER and Phoebe CARR, both born in Hatteras, North Carolina c. 1675. They had at least one son, Joseph, born in the Pasquotank area in 1690. Any information on this family would be deeply appreciated.

Mary Wade Henderson

JstTucker — 14 Jan 2008 7:51:28 GMT

Mary Wade born in North Carolina about 1793. I do not have a death date on her. Her parents were John Wade and Sophia Howard. Her kids Mary A. Henderson born about 1833 in Ky, Martha Jane Henderson born about 1835 in Ky, Louisa Henderson born about 1837 in Ky, and Thomas J. Henderson born about 1827 in Virginia. Help!

Evan Soles

APR6243 — 10 Jan 2008 5:57:25 GMT

I am looking for a will for Elizabeth Soles, widow of Armistead Soles and marriage/will information for their son Evan Soles. Also I am trying to locate the marriage record of Ephraim Pritchard (Pritchett) and Sarah (Sally) Soles circa 1850-1855. Any information would be greatly appreciated.

BRUMSEY, Thomas & Annis

Liz Healy — 14 Jul 1999 12:00:00 GMT

I am seeking information about the family (both ancestors and descendants) of Thomas and Annis Tatem BRUMSEY of Currituck County, NC. Annis was born abt 1770, her parents were William Tatem and Wineford Hutchins Tatem. Thomas died bef 1822 and Annis died between 1850 and 1860 (I think). Their children were; Marina b. 1796, Julia b. 1798 , John b. 1805, Betsy, Augusta and Edney.

Dough's

pattyhayes74 — 30 Jul 2007 12:07:57 GMT

Thomas Dough's wife was Sara Etheridge daughter of Marmaduke Etheridge. Does anyone have any information?

Charles, Henry, John, Phillip and Samuel Bright 1720-1820

dreamtraveler53 — 6 Dec 2007 7:18:39 GMT

I am wondering if anyone has a Samuel, Charles,John and Henry Bright in your ancestry? My Phillip Bright was born in 1796 in NC, not sure where or who his parents were. I believe he might of had a sister named Nancy as well and maybe a brother named Henry.

Phillip was found in Kentucky in the 1820's. Phillip married in Kentucky and bought land in 1830. Around 1833, they left for Missouri and his son John Wesley Bright left for Texas in 1879. Some of the family was found traveling back to NC to visit family in the 1800's, no mention of who or where they visited though.

While searching for Phillip's parents, I have been trying to narrow the Brights of NC in 1790-1800 down to looking at John, Henry, Nancy as possible parents as these names keep showing up for about 100 years in the family line. So there seems to be a John and Henry in 1800 living in Currituck County, but by 1820, there doesn't seem to be any Brights living in Currituck County it looks like they left for Kentucky, as there is a John and Henry there? However, I might be stretching though. Please let me know if you have seen a Phillip in your genealoigical journeys.
I am willing to do research here in New England or pay for your effort. Thank you so much! Dorothea McKenzie dreamtraveler2001@yahoo.com

In Search Of: John Henry Gray (long)

Vanessa Weiler — 2 May 2001 12:00:00 GMT

New Currituck Web Site

josephowens62 — 23 Nov 2007 5:12:01 GMT

Actual Images of Birth Certificates - Marriage Records - Death Certificates - Tombstones of Currituck County, N.C.

http://www.currituckcountync.info/

Trying to find information about my Dad William George Jackson

mjackson1967 — 10 Nov 2007 4:32:03 GMT

Hello my name is Michelle Jackson and I am the daughter of the late William George Jackson who passed away when I was 3 years old in 1970. My grandparents were Ulrich Jackson and Elsie Ballance Jackson who both passed away before I was born in 1961 and 1965. I also had a Uncle Donald Jackson who passed away in the late 1980's. Uncle Don along with my great aunt Hulda always sent me such beautiful cards and letters and told me my Dad would have been proud of me when I was growing up. I always enjoyed getting a letter in the mail from them or talking on the phone. My mom Betty Jackson passed in 2001 and I do not have any family members that are still alive on her side of the family to give me any information about my dad's side of the family. I only have 3 pictures of my dad one with him and his dad Ulrich in a Military picture, one of him when he was a baby and one of him standing in front of a home in the early 60's. I know he had been married before my mom told me I had half sister named Sherry Ann Jackson from Houston Texas but I have never been able to locate her. I've seen some post from Linda Jackson Muff who I hope is my cousin I replied to the post but it looks like she hasn't left any messages in a few years so Im hoping she may check this board. I would love any information on my dad and grandparents and would love to meet any cousins if they would like to meet me. I live in Nags Head Nc and I have a great husband Eric and 3 great kids Im 40 now so I thought I better get on the ball and try to put a tree together for my kids. I was sad to notice most of my family passed in their 40's and 50's so it is hard to find much information. If anyone has any information at all I would be so grateful. Thank you Michelle Jackson Stagemeyer

Charles W. Owens..... Currituck NC to Chebisper, Ark

josephowens62 — 13 Nov 2007 11:00:14 GMT

Looking for Charles W. Owens b.Abt. 1878. Son of Noah Owens 1829 - 1880 and Elizabeth Brock 1836 - 1907 of Currituck Co. NC. Brothers = Noah Mathias Owens, William Littlejohn Owens, Daniel Mathias Owens, Zachariah D. Owens, James Willis Owens, Ambrose Lindsay Owens. Sisters = Bloss Owens, Mary E Owens.

Best Regards,
ja
cowens@pinn.net

Jackson in Currituck NC

Lori — 30 Aug 2001 2:18:23 GMT

I am in possession of boxes of books, pictures etc belonging to the family of a William Jackson from Currituck Co NC. These items were left in a house which my great-aunt bought and later sold. She passed away this summer and in going through her things I found these items. Being into genealogy myself I know how valuable these things can be and I hate to throw them out but will have to for lack of space. If anyone thinks this might be their Jackson family email me or reply to this post and I'll see what I can do about getting them to you.
Thanks,
Lori Willoughby

Barber, Lane

JoLitchf39 — 9 Nov 2007 11:15:42 GMT

I have two questions, on the North Carolina Census there is a parathensis with a name or the word cobh. What does that mean? Also does anyone have information about John, Joseph, Letitia,Massenah or Sarah Barber. The date is 1762. I would appreciate any help. Also info about John Lane 1766. Thanks Jo

Ballance/Bunch

Linda Jackson Muff — 8 Oct 2001 11:47:20 GMT

Researching my family. Anyone come across William Edmund Ballance, born 1881 in Currituck County, married Annie Myrtle Bunch from Bertie Co.?

Parker family Bible

bcdriggs — 20 Sep 2007 9:20:44 GMT

Does anyone know of the whereabouts of a Parker family Bible which gives a list of the children of Peter (died 1826) and Fanny Parker? I believe my mother was sent information from this Bible some years ago by Jinx Parker.

Ancestors of Mark Sawyer

jpensund — 26 May 2005 4:41:56 GMT

I have records of the birth of Mark Sawyer in 1813 in Currituck County, NC. Mark died in May 1884 in Yamhill County, Oregon. He married Susan James of Tennessee in Marshall County, Ill in 1837. They are my Oregon Trail ancestral connections.

John Lee b. abt 1758 d. 1842 Halifax Co., NC

boxcar23 — 3 Aug 2007 12:23:55 GMT

Searching for the parents and siblings of John Lee born about 1758 possibly in Currituck Co. Affidavit in Halifax Co., NC Court for Rev. War pension states John resided Currituck Co. at the time of his enlistment. No references in any records gives his wife's name but according to the ages of his children the marriage would be ca. 1790. Any help would be appreciated.

ETHERIDGE African American VA

carolwarren94 — 26 Aug 2007 9:32:25 GMT

I am seeking ANY info on an ETHERIDGE/WHEEDEN family connection in VA.
Sadly, no WHEEDEN info has been forthcoming in 10yrs of research-------------are there no descendants remaining?
How abt the ETHERIDGE family?
Thanks.
Most sincerely,
carol wheeldin warren.

CHARLES HAGLER

southernrebel — 9 May 2007 6:15:38 GMT

I am looking for death information on Charles Spurgeon Hagler, born in March 11,1897 in Cabarrus County, NC. He was the son of Margaret Hayes and Thomas Irvin Hagler. In the 1920’s and early 1930’s, he lived in Charlotte, NC. He was estranged from his family in the early 1930’s.

Wm Manton Waterfield/Alveston Sawyer, Mamie or Spot, NC

ncjoel — 24 Aug 2007 12:07:28 GMT

Any info especially on great grandfather Wm Manton Waterfield would be greatly appreciated.

Scott Family from Powells Point, NC 1800's

silkberry1 — 17 Aug 2007 6:58:55 GMT

Seeking info on Samuel Scott (abt 1830-1878) m. Julia Robinson (born abt. 1834-?)Had 5 children. Need info on parents on both sides. All children born in Powell's Pt, NC. Only info so far is 1860 census records. Many thanks.

Powels Point

ret_talbot — 25 Jun 2007 9:25:08 GMT

Can anyone help me identify where Powels Point is. A 1,025 acre cattle ranch on Powels Point was divided between a Peter and James Dauge in their father's will. Peter was given the southern part "called Piggy Point." Thanks in advance for any help you can give me.

Ret
rettalbot@hotmail.com

will do lookups

kristimoffitt — 3 Aug 2007 8:24:25 GMT

I have the book, North Carolina Wills: A Testator Index, 1665-1900 by Thornton W. Mitchell. I will do limited lookups.

You can email me at kkcem@blomand.net

Please include the state and county in the subject line.

Kristi Moffitt

Miles Grandy

ret_talbot — 4 Jul 2007 1:26:39 GMT

I am looking for any information on a Miles Grandy. All I know is that he had at least 1 son in 1808.

Thank you for any help you can offer.

Ret
rettalbot@hotmail.com

Joseph Dozier

ret_talbot — 14 Jul 2007 10:40:16 GMT

I am trying to find the will for a Joseph Dozier (possible death date is 18 Jan 1837). He was the son of Willoughby Dauge and Millicent Munden, I believe. My ultimate goal is to learn whether or not Ann Lamb Dozier (1814-1882) is his daughter by Lydia Lamb.

Majock Creek, Coratuck

ret_talbot — 25 Jul 2007 8:53:32 GMT

Does anyone know where this is? Majock Creek, Coratuck is listed on the Albemarle Co., NC Rent Roll of Land c. 1694-1696 for several people. Also, any idea where Holly Neck Point or Chowingiak Bay are?

Back Woods Road in Moyock district

AliciaJones28 — 6 May 2007 11:33:44 GMT

1810 Currituck court records pg 52:
"Ordered that John Cox be appointed overseer of the road in room of Jesse Etheridge late overseer the Back Woods road in Moyock district."
I would like to know the map location or area this Back Woods is located or if there is a historical map online to help.
Thanks,
A. Jones

Martha Elizabeth Doxey born Currituck 1915

atsissie — 22 Jul 2007 4:08:46 GMT

I am trying to locate a Martha Elizabeth Doxey born 20 April 1915 to George Ambrose Doxey and Josephine Parker. I think she may have married a William Bolick/aka/Charles Weseley Council Bolick and divorced later. They had two daughters Gwendolyn Hope Bolick and Patricia Ann Bolick. William was in the Marines at Parris Island, SC.

William was born in Rowan Co North Carolina in 1905. I would very much like to make contact with these girls.

If anyone has information on this family, please contact me.
Carolyn Whitaker
atsissie@aol.com

Sarah Gilding

chrele4 — 16 Jul 2007 4:20:35 GMT

Seeking information on Sarah Gilding (Gilden) residing with Druplin (Duplin) Griggs as stated in the 1850 Currituck Census.

Other Gilden prior to 1850 were Charles Gilden, 1810 Census and William Gilden, 1830 Census. William sold a tract of land in Currituck to Jessie Jolliff on 25 January 1831.

everton/spry/Crane

fswest — 13 Jul 2007 9:23:47 GMT

I searching for info on a Benjamin everton married julia spry
and had sons named george and robert everton , julia everton married a daniel crane and has several more childern. seeking info on where benjamin everton was born /his parents and where he died or is buried..

Poyner Cemeteries?

bamannandpoyner1 — 31 Oct 2005 6:54:36 GMT

Does anyone know of any Poyner Cemeteries in Currituck County?

Grandy 1808

ret_talbot — 20 Jun 2007 4:28:59 GMT

I am interested in locating any information on a Grandy who was born 1808 in North Carolina (probably Currituck). His full name is Cyrus Wiley Grandy (1808-1874), and he moves to Norfolk, Virginia around 1844. I have a lot of information on him and his family after moving to Norfolk, but I have nothing about his life prior to 1844. I did come across a Wyly Grandy as a head of family in the 1840 Census, but I'm uncertain of any connection. BTW I have C.W. Grandy's wife as Ann Lamb Dozier. I would appreciate any assistance either here or at rettalbot@hotmail.com. Thank you in advance.

Can help with Currituck County, NC Photos

Cbontemps1 — 18 Jun 2007 8:36:34 GMT

I can help with photo's of cemeteries in Currituck or Dare Counties, NC

Gallop Newbern families

srust — 31 Jul 2001 3:47:38 GMT

I have wills and family info on family of Willis Hodges Gallop from Martins Point b/1864, Hodges Gallop b/1804 and Willis Gallop d/1848. Also Copeland Davis Newbern b/1889 in Powells Pt., Worth Newbern b/1850 in Powells Pt. I have records of both families , including children and marriages. If anyone has any info, Please contact me. Happy to share. Sylvia Rust

Sarah (Sallie) Gilden

chrele4 — 17 Jun 2007 3:48:20 GMT

Trying to identify the parents and/or siblings of Sarah (Sallie) Gilden. Sarah was the wife of Nathan Morrisette.
Date of death: 12 March 1900
Their children according to census records were:
Christopher, Eliza, John, Levi, William, Nathan, Willoughby and Delia; all born between 1850 and 1866 in Currituck County. The only link I have between Sarah Gilden and the descendants of Griffen Gilden is that Almira Gilden is listed as a witness and cousin at the wedding of Nathan and Sarah's granddaughter Mildred Pearl (Morrisette) Baker. Almira Gilden was a granddaughter of Griffen Gilden

Peter Lamb

Dorann Lam — 17 Oct 1998 12:00:00 GMT

Who is the Peter Lamb named in Winney/Mary/John/Peter Chittem wills 1820-1830 as grandson/legatee? According to wills Peter, William, Cornelius and Gideon Lamb were sons of William Lamb. Has anyony knowledge of this Peter Lamb? Also was William Lamb a s/o Rev. War soldier Gideon Lamb? I'm looking for the Peter Lamb who married Goodwin Cate ca. 1820 somewhere in NC. Help appreciated. Please email me. Thanks.

Ann Lamb Dozier (b. 1814)

ret_talbot — 13 Jun 2007 5:15:39 GMT

I am looking for any information about Ann Lamb Dozier born in Camden in 1814 (died Norfolk, VA in 1882). She marries Cyrus Wiley Grandy, also of Camden, and I am interested in any information on CWG (b. 1808) as well. I understand ALD is the daughter of Joseph Dozier (b. 1772) and Lydia Lamb (b. 1790). I particularly interested in the women in these families for a manuscript I am preparing--any information would be apprciated either here or at rettalbot@hotmail.com.

Thanks you.

JONES, SIMPSON

David Pureza — 25 Nov 1998 12:00:00 GMT

For some reason the body of my letter did not go through, Sorry.
Jean, Judy, My grandparents were Thelma and JP Morgan of Shawboro.
I think we may have some ancestors in common and would love to communicate.
Brenda, you posted a question about a Tillery living with the Sandersons, and I MAY have a clue for your search.
My e-mail address is f150dgdrury@frontiernet.net if you want to contact me.
Thanks!
Gayle Drury

ferry to Knotts Island

glgwlane — 30 Apr 2007 8:20:56 GMT

Does anyone know where I might find a list of past captains and/or other employees for the Knotts Island Ferry in Currituck County? I am interested in the period from 1890 to 1930.

Currituck Clerk of Court Records

sesdvs — 21 Apr 2007 8:47:48 GMT

Hello Everyone,
I have some bad news for people wanting to research Clerk of Court Records.....THERE ARE NONE !!!! I went to the Clerk's Office this week and ALL Will Books except Will Book 8, which is around the 1900's, Administrator, Executor, Guardian, Courts and Quarter Pleas, EVERYTHING!!! They have sent them to the North Carolina Archives supposedly because the books were getting in bad shape, I can tell you that they were not in BAD SHAPE, except for one, I would say they were in excellent shape!!!
I thought I would let everyone know in case you were planning a trip just to visit the Clerks Office.
I haven't been to the Register of Deeds Office yet, so cross your fingers and toes that they don't or haven't joined the Clerk of Courts band wagon.

Judy Merrell Brickhouse

Unknown Family Photos

BSCarterGen — 25 Mar 2007 2:45:02 GMT

I have 3 photos that belonged to my GGrandmother that lived in the Outerbanks of NC from 1851 to 1920. We have no clue who these people are. I have put them on a site. If anyone looks familiar please email me. Thanks
http://www.geocities.com/beverlysusancarter/unknownpics.html

Edward (Neddie) Etheridge

Betsy Taylor — 2 Mar 2002 1:08:29 GMT

I am looking for information on his wife Martha Combs. She was originally from Columbia, NC & had one brother John Combs, who married Toni Ann Harrison. Does anyone know who her parents were?

DOWDY

Robert L. Dough — 30 May 2004 1:31:47 GMT

I am looking for the families of John Dowdy born c1813 and Winnie Dowdy born c1810. I believe they were from Currituck Co. and were brother and sister.

John Dowdy married Ellen Midyett c1854. Ellen was born in Stumpy Point c1839 and they had five children. John died c1868-71.

Joshua Johnson,Jr. of Collington married Winnie Dowdy c1830. Winnie was born c1810 They had three children including Samuel D. Johnson born 1833. Winnie died before 1871.

Ellen Midyett Dowdy and Joshua Johnson,Jr. were married
5-7-1871 and they lived on the northend of Roanoke Island. They had four children including my grandmother Emma Frances Johnson Dough.

Help on the Dowdy family will be appreciated. I have a lot of information on the ancestry of Ellen Midyett, some on the ancestry of Joshua Johnson, Jr. and a lot on the Doughs.

Will of Joshua WEST Sr.

Paul West — 14 May 2001 12:00:00 GMT

Caleb Moss

Florence Fulford Moore — 20 Oct 2006 3:13:14 GMT

Seeking information on possible ancestor, Caleb Moss, his wife, children (possibly William Moss, father of Nancy Moss who may have married a John Jordan). Can anyone help me with this line? Any suggestions as to where else I might look?
Florence Fulford Moore

George Dough

Patty Hayes — 5 Oct 2006 3:23:54 GMT

I am looking for the parents of George Dough b: 1740 m: Catherny LNU d: 22 Nov 1790. Some trees have the parents as Peter Dauge, however no confirmation. Others say John Dough who arrived in Virginia early 1700's.

MOSES GALLOP / Stewart De Groat

MJ42099 — 10 Oct 2006 11:46:55 GMT

Just looking for any information on either of these 2 folks. I currently own property that previously belonged to Moses Gallop. All I have been able to find are 1) a newspaper article from the 1940's regarding an arrest in VA for Moses who was arrested for the murder of Stewart De Groat. Alos, possibly a death record in 1985. The property we own is in Powells Point, adjoining land owned by other Gallops. Thank you!

Brent,Simmons,Downes

Loretta Fryer — 2 Oct 1998 12:00:00 GMT

Searching for James BRENT, son of James BRENT, married Sarah SIMMONS, dau of William SIMMONS. All of Currituck, N.C. The Brent's went to Texas and their dau, Harriet Matilda BRENT married Lodowick DOWNES of Queen Anne County, Md.
(originally submitted 2 Aug 1998)

Jane Bray

Ruthann Dunagan — 7 Oct 2006 3:42:49 GMT

Does anyone have the parents of Jane Bray who married Brickhouse Bell Cox. Also birth and death of Jane Bray. Thanks

Perry family/ also Wicker.....James, Grace......

ldrummie — 10 Aug 2006 2:56:03 GMT

I am searching for any information on my Perry family. I can only trace back to my gr-gr-grandparents: James Perry (b. c1863) m. Grace Burgess (b.c1871). On the 1900 census I have them living in Currituck - AtlanticTwp. I donnot know if I've a complete list of their children. I am descended through their son Grover Cleveland Perry. Their other children are: Sherman, Sally, Roy, James, Dencie(Prudence Hathaway), Grace, Anne(Robanna Mae), Mary, Dixie.
The name Wicker is also in the family, & the census shows them living as neighbors in 1880 & 1900.
As far as the family says, they lived in this area for a long time, supposedly came over from England & settled at Roanoke. The Perry's are also Native American.
Thanks,
Lori

PERKINS FROM CURRITUCK TO HALIFAX

PAULA TILLERY — 4 Nov 2000 12:00:00 GMT

I am looking for information on John Perkins, possibly a son of Henry Perkins, II. His children were Alford (Lewraney Woodruffe), Lundsford (spouse unknown, Obediah (Sarah Moore), John Wesley (Ferebee Ann Ogletree), Elizabeth Perkins (Elias Bryant, 2nd spouse unknown Jones) and Patsy Perkins (Benjamin Portwood).

He was in Currituck County, NC in the early to mid 1700's and later moved to Halifax Co. and on to Wilkes Co., GA around 1798.

Would appreciate any information you are willing to share with me on this Perkins ancestor.

Beasley-Barco-O'Neal search

Ellie — 26 Sep 1998 12:00:00 GMT

I'm looking for the Rev. Robert Lewellyn Beasley, b. Oct. 3, 1873, in Currituck Cty., d. Feb. 14, 1948, in Laurenburg, N.C., buried in Norfolk, Va., son of Henry and Mary Beasley. Also looking for R.L. Bealey's wife, Mary O'Neal Beasley, b. April 8, 1872, in Currituck Cty., d. July 15, 1943, in Norfolk, Va., daughter of Selinda Barco O'Neal and Isaac O'Neal. Isaac had brothers named Harry (Norfolk) and Bailey (Elizabeth City). Robert and Mary's sons were Lance, Cecil, Ernie, Raymond, Norman, and Robert.

Ferebee plantation - early 1700's

Anne Kimble — 27 Aug 2006 8:30:49 GMT

I am planning a trip to Currituck County and would like to see anything that might be left of the Ferebee plantation. I believe it was called "The Poplars". Also also any information on gravesites, etc., Hopefully someone out there can be of help to me.

Ferebee

kamikazicarnes — 29 Jul 2002 10:34:23 GMT

I'm looking for more information on the Ferebee line in NC. I can trace back as far as Samuel Ferebee about 1783. I also found a listing in Pierce'S Registry for a Samuel Ferebee, rank: Ensign age: 73. The age would be about right because I also know that he had a son, Wlliam Ferebee (also listed in the Pierce) who died 09/05/1785 If anyone can validate this information, I would be grateful. I'm also looking for parentage and spouse for Samuel Ferebee.

Davis

Jenny Buterbaugh — 10 Oct 1998 12:00:00 GMT

I am looking for any information on Frederick Davis and Lucinda Davis from Currituck, NC they had a son named Fred Davis who married Mary Estelle Lee (daughter of Jerome B.Lee, the confederate Lieutenant)Mary Estelle was born around 1877 died 1934.She was married to Fred Davis on October29,1894.I can not seem to find out anything more on Frederick Davis and Lucinda, the parents of Fred Davis.Any information would be greatly appreciated...

THOMAS TATEM ANCESTORS

meday — 17 Jul 2001 11:09:16 GMT

To those who have been seaching for the ancestors of THOMAS TATEM of Currituck County, Nc., I have located them and have the ancestors back to 1589 in London, England. Drop me an e-mail and I will send you a Rich Text File from WILLIAM TATUM down to THOMAS TATEM.

Martin Day
marday@erols.com

CATHERNY DOUGH

Robert L. Dough — 7 May 2001 12:00:00 GMT

I am looking for information on Catherny Dough wife of George Dough of Currituck Co., NC. Has anyone seen their names in a cemetery list in Currituck Co.? They are my gggggrandparents. George died in 1790. Their sons Thomas and Benjamin were buried near Manteo in 1800 and 1815 along with several other family members. Since George is not buried there, maybe he was buried in his wife's family cemetery. I do not have any information on his wife, other than her first name. The names of their other children were Parthearny, Susanna, Sarah, John and Garlop(?). Any information on these family members will be appreciated.

Glasgows of Currituck

familylovex — 16 Aug 2006 3:07:33 GMT

Does anyone know of any cemeteries that have Glasgow or Glasgo graves. I cannot find any listed online. Any Glasgow info would be appreciated.

Bastardy Bonds

dolphin408 — 11 Jun 2006 12:14:16 GMT

Is Bastardy Bonds at the courhouse that can be looked at? I would also like to look at any death records that they house. Does any one know if they have anything pertaining also to wills between 1880 and 1900? I am looking specifically for a will or anything else of William Wesley Powers or Margaret Ann Gregory Powers.
Thank you

Samuel Ethridge (Eathridge, Etheridge)

EllenHulbert51 — 14 Oct 2006 9:43:22 GMT

I am searching for information on my great-great-great grandfather, Samuel Ethridge. I know he came from North Carolina and I now think he came from Currituck Co, NC. I know that he was in Decatur County, GA by 1850 and Jackson/Calhoun County, FL by 1860. I think he was born @ 1808 or so. He had two children, James and Arlenas, who may have been born in the late 1830's. Thanks to anyone who has info to share.

Wilsons of Currituck

Robert Whitehurst — 2 Mar 2006 2:40:32 GMT

Info on Wilsons - Joseph, Thomas d. 1/18/1789, Thomas, Jr. 1774-1848, William 1811-1868, Joseph 1830-1905. Any information on these and ancesters of Joseph,

BETHIAH TAYLOR

Donald R. Taylor — 27 Jun 1999 12:00:00 GMT

BETHIAH TAYLOR born in Currituck County 3 October 1799. Children: William Henry, Jeanetta Ann Jones, Joseph George,
all of the children born in Rowan (now Davie)near Farmington. Found living near Lamuel Taylor and widows of sons of Lamuel. Bethiah listed as widowed on 1840 orginal hand written census. All of family removed to Johnson Co., IN 1851. Need spouse of Bethiah, have been "stymied" for over 20 years.

CHEAP JOHN'S STORE

Denny — 10 Aug 2006 1:09:00 GMT

John Gallop II operated a store at Poplar Branch in the 1930-1940's. The store was called Cheap John's. The store had a beautiful marble and mirrored soda fountain with silver ice cream containers. John died in 1944. We are attempting to find any trace of the soda fountain. If anyone remembers it or has a picture of it, PLEASE contact me

cowell/cowel

laura cowell phillips — 31 Jan 1999 12:00:00 GMT

I am rearching for the children (10)of Mr Benjamin cowell sr . Abstract of wills,1690-1760 currituck,n.c. oct 5.1752-march court,1756 Sons: BENJAMIN jr,SOLOMON,WILLIAM,BUTLER,EDMOND,JOHN,THOMAS, Daughters: REBECCA,ELIZABETH,DORCAS AND MARY I know Benjamin jr had a son named luke and wife named sarah. Need more information on sarah and son luke,lukey-ect,etc Have been rearching the cowell family name for sometime now. Will gladly share. Calling all cowells from currituck co,tyrrell,Martin,Onslow,Carteret,Johnston,Craven,beaufort,Pamiclo and etc etc ect Thank You

Banks of Currituck

PatriciaBJenkins — 28 Aug 2002 5:36:59 GMT

Hi , I am looking for information on the Banks Family in Currituck. I have a lot of info. but cannot find out any info. on a great granfather named samuel Banks he was born in 1805 in Currituck, he had 3 children Enoch, Nancy, and , Susan any info. would be appreciated.