Greene - Family History & Genealogy Message Board

Re: Edmundson family

UAGBODYSHOP — 2013-04-04 00:42:38Z

My uncle was James Calvin (J.C.) Edmundson from Shine, Greene County N.C. His Mother and Father William and Pennie West Edmundson.

Re: BIBLE OF NEWIT DREW EDWARDS

BobTate92 — 2013-03-29 01:15:54Z

Does anyone know the location of grave
for Charles Edwards 1785-1858. The grave marker
posted on line has no documentation. William Masters
Edwards, my neighbor in Southern Pines, and I have
gone over the Greene County sites and what little
we know of Lenoir County. What I really need is an
obituary! Bob Tate : bobtate@msn.com

Re: Looking for John Lescollet family

dreamwea1 — 2013-01-30 20:44:17Z

John Luscoleet, Rev War pension for Va. 8th. Inf?
There's about 12 different references for this same John on Family Search *each* one with a different spelling for the surname. One reads; # 5442--Samuel Hutchison with additional names; Betsy Wilkerson, David Fraim, George Hutcheson, Gray L Parsell, James Smith, john Blag, John Luscoleet, Margaret Hutchison, Polly Hutcheson, Robert Bridwell, Samuel Hutcheson, Thomas McClure, William Hutchison, William Wilson.
He seems to be connected through his Revolutionary Service to the Wilson's of Rockbridge and Botetourt Co's of Va. who were originally from Cecil County Maryland and were intermarried with the Hutchison/Hutcheson and Wilkerson/Wilkenson/Wilkinsons. Families of Samuel and Elizabeth Wilson and Son Ephraim (among other of his children).
I would be interested in any other information, particularly concerning these families.
Thank-you. Sandy

Re: Lewis H. Taylor

kmccauley1 — 2013-01-11 17:10:12Z

I am interested in any information about the Taylor family. I am descended from Elisha's daughter Rachel who married John Malpass in 1869. I would be very interested in seeing a copy of Lewis Taylor's death certificate.

Re: Redding MOORE of NC/SC

wjmcknight2 — 2013-01-10 00:44:44Z

Hello ... I will be glad to share what I have about Redding Moore. Unfortunately, the identity of his parents has never, to my knowledge, been established.

I know that Redding Moore and his wife, Ann, moved to the area of Florence, SC (then known as Marion District)around 1815. He purchased land near the area now known as Mars Bluff, and there is a crossroads today known as Moore's Crossroads in that area.

Ann apparently died around 1829, and Redding married Nancy (Jones?).

Redding was a minister of the Free Will Baptist denomination in NC, and was the founder of the Free Will Baptist churches in SC. He died around 1849.

Blaney was a son of Nancy and Redding. He was a sergeant in the Confederate Army, and I believe he died in a prison camp. I do have a picture that is said to be of him.

That is a summary, but I do have more detailed information about his family and a couple of areas where he owned land.

Re: Redding MOORE of NC/SC

gmccall42 — 2013-01-10 00:06:45Z

My Grandmother was Eva Lois Moore Godbold a daughter of Ulious Leland Moore born on 11/13/1884, who was a son of Coucil R. Moore who was a son of Blaney J. Moore who I believe was a son of Redding Moore. I would like information on Redding and his Father/Mother ? Thanks Constance McCall

Re: Sugg Cemetery on Bruce St. in Snow Hill

MikeEdge30 — 2012-12-28 15:40:36Z

Before going into a cemetery with a metal detector, you should take a look at the NC Cemetery Statutes. In some cases you could be charged for disturbing a gravesite.

Re: Sugg Cemetery on Bruce St. in Snow Hill

crystalfalls — 2012-12-28 03:01:24Z

Ron, if you have a nice metal detector, then you do need to contact the owner of the property. It is only the right thing to do. Good hunting.

Re: Sugg Cemetery on Bruce St. in Snow Hill

rondor4746 — 2012-12-27 17:38:16Z

I do have a nice metal detector but I would need permission from the land owner to search for the site. I do not search any property without permission. Please let me know if you know the land owner and possibly we could get together and search it together. Waiting for your reply. Ron

Re: Simmons

lorrainen0 — 2012-12-19 00:51:35Z

I am researching Reese Cosby Simmons, his father was Alonso son of Dempsey. I am aiming more to William possibly being the father for William is carried more than once in the family. I could be wrong,it is just a theory.

Re: 1934 Death of William S. Land in Speights Bridge, Greene County, NC

ptownpest — 2012-11-09 04:43:49Z

My email is ptownpest at aol. com

Appreciate your kindness.

Kem

Re: 1934 Death of William S. Land in Speights Bridge, Greene County, NC

ptownpest — 2012-11-09 04:40:54Z

Thank you very much for this information. Would it be possible to obtain a copy of the specific page you mentioned in your response?? I'd be willing to reimburse you for mailing it or perhaps you could send me the page electronically as an attachment??

Please let me know. Thanks, Kem

Re: 1934 Death of William S. Land in Speights Bridge, Greene County, NC

ptownpest — 2012-11-09 04:40:39Z

Re: 1934 Death of William S. Land in Speights Bridge, Greene County, NC

paulabaker69 — 2012-11-08 23:20:33Z

According to his death certificate, he was born in Henry County Virginia, not North Carolina. His mother and father were both born in Virginia. It states that Hunt Furniture handled the funeral arrangements and that he was buried in Speights Bridge. Did not state a cemetery. If I can figure out your email address, I will email you the death certificate.

Re: 1934 Death of William S. Land in Speights Bridge, Greene County, NC

MikeEdge30 — 2012-11-08 22:57:06Z

In the Greene County Heritage Book, it is stated that Mary Elizabeth Land was buried on the old Speight farm off the Appie highway in Greene County. It may be that her husband was also buried there in an unmarked grave.

1934 Death of William S. Land in Speights Bridge, Greene County, NC

ptownpest — 2012-11-07 21:48:58Z

Hoping someone on this message board might be able to help me locate the name of the cemetery in or near Speights Bridge where William S. LAND was buried on 2/10/1934.

His death occurred on 2/9/1934 and his death record only indicates the name of town (Speights Bridge) where he was buried. Born 8/28/1859 in Henry County, NC to parents John Land and Martha (SHACKLEFORD). William was married to Elizabeth Mary (STEVENS); they were parents to Etta Mae, Mattie, Annie, Nettie, Mamie and Emma.

Any suggestions or guidance would be most appreciated.
Thank you in advance, Kem

Greene County, NC Heritage Book web page update

MikeEdge30 — 2012-10-13 00:26:42Z

The web page for ordering the heritage book has been updated. It now includes the complete name index as well as an order form that can be filled in and printed off to mail.
Please visit: http://www.county-heritage.com/nc/greene

Re: John Darden 1881-1931

dulceygorham — 2012-10-12 22:44:23Z

Thank you Martha.

Re: Parents of Araphel Beaman - Born 1813

hinthunter — 2012-10-12 20:42:10Z

Thank you so much for this information. This is the link I have been searching for and the timeframe fits. I will research further. I can't tell you how much I appreciate your post. Thanks!

Re: Parents of Araphel Beaman - Born 1813

MikeEdge30 — 2012-10-12 20:33:39Z

On Ancestry.com there is a family tree stating that the father of Araphael Beaman, was John Beaman, 1788-1860, and his mother was Rita(Unknown),1789-1850.Also states Arapael married Elizabeth Chester. The family tree was posted by Linda Rothwell.

Re: John Darden 1881-1931

58marble — 2012-10-12 20:30:30Z

Contact Cliff Darden at

cliffdarden@cs.com

He is the family expert.
Martha

John Darden 1881-1931

dulceygorham — 2012-10-12 20:15:42Z

I am searching for information on my Great Grandfather John Darden. He was born in the early 1880s and died Jan 12, 1931. He was married to Sarah Ellis. I know of one brother Arthur who was married to Dillie Anne Dixon. They were born in the Walstonburg area. His father name was John Darden as well. His mother's name is unknown. I am curious as to if he had any additional siblings other than Arthur and information on his mother. Any help will be greatly appreciated. Thanks Dulcey

Parents of Araphel Beaman - Born 1813

hinthunter — 2012-10-11 19:15:30Z

I am searching for the parents/family of Araphel Beaman, born about 1813, and living in the Greene County, NC area. I have also seen his name spelled as Araphol and Amraffle. Many thanks!

Greene County, NC Heritage Book

MikeEdge30 — 2012-09-28 19:48:05Z

The Greene County Museum now has reprints of the 2009 Greene County Heritage Book. They may be picked up at the Greene County Museum in Snow Hill, NC or ordered by mail. Send order and payment to GCFR, PO Box 266, Snow Hill, NC 28580. $65.00 per copy plus $8 S&H if mailed. Over 1000 family stories and photos. Full name index.

Re: Sugg Cemetery on Bruce St. in Snow Hill

crystalfalls — 2012-09-13 14:50:51Z

Has anyone tried using a metal detector on the property? They might be able to get signals of buttons or jewelry and if they were buried correctly, there will be a pattern. Someone in the area must have one, maybe in the group. It wouldn't hurt to ask.

Re: Sugg Cemetery on Bruce St. in Snow Hill

MikeEdge30 — 2012-09-13 14:14:08Z

Roger Kammerer took me to the location of the house several years ago. I think it was at the north east side of the intersection of hwy 222 and the Old River Rd near Belvoir. We believed that the old cememtery was near the location of the old home place but I never could find any sign of it. Is this where you think the foundation of the house was at?

Re: Sugg Cemetery on Bruce St. in Snow Hill

rondor4746 — 2012-09-13 11:44:21Z

Do you know the location of the old Bensboro Cemetery in Pitt County where the Graves were moved from. I have been looking for that spot for many years. I believe I have found where the main house was but can't find the cemetery where Mrs. Atkinson moved the remains from. I would really appreciate any help on this.

Thanks Ron

Re: Greene and Lenoir Co. Search

renapeterson5 — 2012-09-01 13:43:38Z

Okay, John and Eliza Slaughter Stocks had lots of kids, Maybell, Annie, Verna, Bernice, Ella Mydea, Roberta and Georgina died as infants. The boys were George, John D., Henry, Bill and Jesse. This your family?
Rena
If so contact me at
Rena J Peterson@ec.rr.com

Re: Greene and Lenoir Co. Search

dascott615 — 2012-09-01 04:50:47Z

My mother family was from greene and lenior co. north carolina her maiden name was Stocks.

Debbie

Heritage Book

MikeEdge30 — 2012-08-24 20:19:32Z

Greene County Family Researchers is considering doing a reprint of the Greene County Heritage Book. If anyone might be interested in purchasing a copy please send an email to Mike Edge, wbts1862@embarqmail.com

Re: Sugg Cemetery on Bruce St. in Snow Hill

MikeEdge30 — 2012-08-05 12:37:38Z

The cemetery is on Bruce St. and it is residential. From the courthouse in downtown Snow Hill take SE Second St., which is also Hwy 258 S.. Bruce Street is across the street from the Snow Hill Primary School. There is a wood frame house on the corner and the cemetery is right behind it. The cemetery has a fence around it and is usually cleaned up so that you can walk in it. Hope this helps.

Sugg Cemetery on Bruce St. in Snow Hill

imnchghere — 2012-08-04 13:46:58Z

Seeking directions to the cemetery. My husband's shirt tail cousins are buried there. On Google maps, the street appears to be totally residential. Is the cemetery really there?

Re: Richard Gay early 1800's in Greene Co NC

packrobb — 2012-08-02 14:50:31Z

My wife’s genealogy has a Bryant Richard Gay b. Aug 12, 1822 in Pitt County, d. Oct 14 1863 near Kinston, Lenoir County and Matilda Webb, b. Feb 18, 1829, Edgecombe County, d. Apr 3, 1902. Kids: Bryant Richard, Martha Ann and Amanda.

Bob R.

Richard Gay early 1800's in Greene Co NC

4xyztogo — 2012-08-01 18:27:07Z

DOES ANYONE KNOW WHO RICHARD GAY IS found on the 1810 I believe it was, census in Greene Co NC, found him there ONLY this one time! Do not know who he is or where he went. But there are later many Gay's in Greene Co Nc.
Any one with any info or thoughts would be appreciated!
Thanks In Advance, Cheryl

Re: Josiah Speight who was born in 1780 /had a son named William Harvey "Henry" Speight/need info

jspeight188 — 2012-07-07 07:25:26Z

Hi,

Would like information on this Speight line. Josiah was brother to my Matthew Speight and after 30 years of research, I am still unable to determine Matthew's parents. Thanks and have a great day!

John F. Speight

Re: BIRD/BYRD, TILGHMAN

Crbjr37 — 2012-07-01 03:27:22Z

My last name is Byrd

Thomas Franklin Dail born 1765

gbrooks2165 — 2012-04-17 03:20:59Z

Would like info on him and parents. He died in Duplin in 1805.

Re: Parker's from the NE NC area

Molene_Forbes — 2012-04-05 21:07:40Z

Check out the Parker dna. There is an Amos and I think an Elisha.

Re: Looking for John Lescollet family

haninger7 — 2012-03-03 12:29:34Z

The second wife of my ancestor John Reid was Judith Lascelles or La Celle. John Reid came from Amherst, VA, and died in Union, SC. She is said to be of Huguenot descent.

I suspect she is related to John Lescollet, as he and his friends traveled in the same circles as John Reid and his friends.

John Reid's first wife appears to have been related to the Wilson family of Rockbridge, VA.

Re: Ruth Fentress

mrmartymoo1 — 2012-02-24 22:02:02Z

Mike
Am I sorry to hear of Ruth's passing. Just earlier today I stumbled upon one of her old posts re Theophilus Edwards Bible. Because my emails would not go through I had to do a Google search to discover your thread regarding her passing.

Would you be so kind to direct me to some one in Ruth's absence that could answer a question I had for her? Did Ruth have a family tree on Ancestry? I am searching the Sheppard line related to the Edwards who settled in NC in the 1700's.

Thank You

Martin Sheppard

Abner and Benjamin Rouse

maggimoo1938 — 2012-01-23 00:31:03Z

Does anyone have something that proves Abner Rouse, b. 1820, was the son of Benjamin Rouse and Mary "Polly" Dawson?
We know that Abner is the son of Benjamin, but do not have anything to prove that little detail.
All help is welcome!
Maggie

Re: info on the lane-tyndall family

sf112233 — 2012-01-22 01:27:28Z

Renee, please email me sometime. I don't know if I dropped the ball or what. My email is ecteach63@yahoo.com. Would love to compare any additional info either of us has found.
Susan

Re: DAWSON

charlesddawson_1 — 2011-12-21 01:42:33Z

Would you email me at charlesddawson@charter.net. If you dont mind send me your phone number and I will call you. My phone number is 1-256-490-5751 Thank you so much.
CHARLES

Alexander Wesley Murphy

jonandandreaholland — 2011-11-21 12:27:28Z

I am looking for anything on Alexander Wesley Murphy. All I know is that he was born February 23,1899 in Coaldale Pennsylvania and died March 20,1978 in Columbus Georgia. Can anyone tell me anything about his family, namely his parents and where they came from? Any help would be greatly appreciated.

Jon Holland
Acworth Georgia

Re: Arthur Shackelford

KIRBY1 — 2011-11-11 13:40:00Z

Have you looked Lenoir Co. Lots of them there.

looking for my uncles in fl maybe my grand pap too

andreatpwhitt — 2011-11-07 04:49:25Z

my father was seprated from his brothers when his mom passed in a car asadent in baston he was taken in by my grand fathers brother after that they moved to fl. my dad passed when i was 22mo. old just befor his birthday if you are anyone you know is related to TRUITT PAUL PARKER plz let me know some of the brothers names jemery alonzo sam or samual maybe evan a 1/2 sister susie

Re: RHT Cemetery- HARPER

harper210 — 2011-11-02 00:47:06Z

It is on the left hand side of the road fore mentioned just off in the field.

Capt. Jack Murphrey Cemetery Dedication

MikeEdge30 — 2011-10-18 01:20:40Z

There will be a short dedication service on Sunday, October 30th at 5:00 PM at the Captain Jack and Elizabeth Murphrey Cemetery. This will be very casual and is anticipated to last about ½ hour at the most. Please keep in mind this area is in the middle of a field when choosing your attire. Directions are as follows: From Snow Hill, NC take highway 91 past Greene Central High School, take a right on Middle School Rd and continue about ¼ mile. The Cemetery will be on the right. Parking will be near the highway in a yard beside a white mobile home. It is about a 100 yard walk down a path to the cemetery. We will have a golf cart available to shuttle anyone who has trouble walking that distance or has trouble on unlevel ground. We will also have seating for those who need it. We will have light colonial “period correct” refreshments after the dedication. Anyone who would be willing to help with refreshment please contact me. I ask that you please RSVP by Oct 18th if you and your family will be attending. Please let me know how many people will be attending with you so we can prepare the proper amount of refreshments. Even if you have told me you would be there, please send another email to confirm. Also please pass this info to others who do not have email. I also need your cell phone number, in the event of bad weather. If we have bad weather, we will meet at Mt Herman United Methodist Church ( near Lizzie) located at 4703 Hwy 258 N from Snow Hill NC 28580. Thanks again for everyone’s help in making this a success. I feel we have successfully preserved this area for future generations, and perhaps to some extent righted a wrong done when the Union Soldiers destroyed the original tombstones.

For further information contact: Louis Dail 252-714-5757

Ruth Fentress

MikeEdge30 — 2011-09-10 12:05:34Z

It was really sad today to hear that Ruth Fentress had passed away. I regret that I never met Ruth in person but she always made me feel that we were close friends. She was always so willing to help me with genealogy in any way that she could. We would talk on the phone for an hour or more on some occasions and after she started working with a computer she would call me up to ask me to help her with some computer related problems. She had such a kind voice and when she would call and I would answer the phone, she would just say "Mike" and I knew instantly it was Ruth. Although she lived in Maryland she was a great help to us in getting the Greene County Heritage Book published. I wanted to include her name in the dedication section of the book but she asked me not to do that. I told her I would honor her wishes but she deserved to be included. I will miss Ruth but maybe now she is in a place where she can get the answers to some of those family questions that we used to work on.

Mike Edge

Re: Celia Cain/James H.B.Newsom

rnewsom|M493795 — 2011-09-05 17:20:31Z

My second great grandmother spelled her name Cane not Cain.My grandfather, Alfred Cane Newsom spelled it this way,too.

If you find any info on Cane's let me know ,please.
Robert George Newsom