Queries
Cherokee County
BURGESS
Posted on May 15, 2001 by Shay TankersleyI would like to exchange info with those researching the Burgess and related families of Cherokee Co., AL. William Burgess b. 1760-1766 is first found in Rutherford Co., NC, where he appears in the 1790 and 1800 Census. Between 1805-1808 he leaves NC and moves to TN, eventually settling in Marion Co., TN. William had ten children: William, John, female name unknown, Nancy, Frances, James, King N., Elizabeth, Samuel and Jane Burgess. By 1835, William's children had moved their families to Cherokee Co., AL, with some moving on to Floyd Co., GA. By 1860, they had returned to AL and settled in Blount and Cherokee Counties.
ESTES, PEACE
Posted on May 16, 2001 by Debra McCannI would like to exchange info with those researching the Estes and Peace families that came to AL from Granville Co., NC and settled in Calhoun and Cherokee Counties.
MCBEE, SWANSEY
Posted on Jan 3, 2002 by L. H. ZieglerAm searching for the parents of a William Handly Swansey, born in Greenville, SC, on Nov. 7, 1801. I believe that the parents were from Green County, GA, then moved up to Greenville, SC, then to KY, and lastly, TN. Any information will be welcomed, indeed. This William Handly moved to Centre, Cherokee County, AL, when he was about 27 and married a Rhoda Jane (McBee) Mapp. (McBee was her mother's maiden name). Some of their children or grandchildren may still be living in the area. Thanks lots. L. H. (Swansey) Ziegler
PEACE
Posted on Mar 28, 2002 by Cecil Alvin Pece, Jr.William Elige Peace was born about 1890 in Cherokee County , Alabama He was married and had two children, Perry Peace and Mary Peace. William Peace committed a crime and was being sought by the law the last mention of William Elige Peace was when he was 19 years old and that was a census record . When William met my Grandmother he had changed his name to Carl Pece and they were married in 1920. I was told that my grandmother made my grandfather give his two young children to the family of Lit Wise. William was being sought, I believe, for murder. If anybody has any information on my grandfather please contact me at Masterdestroy.com, or call me at (580) 436-3497. Cecil Alvin Pece Jr.
BIDDY, PETERSON
Posted on Apr 10, 2002 by Donald BennettMy great great grandfather was John B. Peterson. He was born in Cherokee, AL but I have no birthdate on him. He died in 1896 in Indian Territory. He married Serena T. Biddy, of Floyd, GA, and their only child was Sarah Elizabeth Peterson (my great grandmother). I would be interested in further information on John, such as his parents, any siblings, etc... Would be happy to share any information I have regarding family with those who might be able to help, or may even be a long lost relative. Thanks Alot, Donald Bennett, Tullahoma, Tennessee.
MORRIS, STONE
Posted on May 18, 2002 by Bob WoodsI'm trying to find out if James F. Stone, born 1837 in GA was on 1860 or 1870 census of Cherokee Co, AL, or if a Morris family lived there in those two census years. James married Harriet Morris in Jan 1865 in Blount Co, AL, but I understand he served in Co. G, 48th AL from Cherokee Co in Civil War. Several children born to them between 1865-1875 in AL. James had a younger brother named William and one named Francis, both in Co. C, 28th AL , an older brother Wesley Co. G, 56th GA, KIA, and he is believed to have served in Co. G or H, 48th AL (from Cherokee Co); also had an uncle John and may haved worked on a farm with him in Cherokee Co in 1860 before parents and younger brothers moved to AL in late 1860, and there was an older daughter named Eleanor (Ellender) who married a Ben or Benjamin Wilson. Wondering if those of the Morris and Stone families lived near each other, perhaps near the Cherokee-Blount County line, or if any boundary lines changed?
DEBURRY, HUGHES, LOCKRIDGE, TRAYWICK
Posted on May 18, 2002 by ClaraLooking for info on Andrew Jackson Traywick, Jr. b. 24 Jul 1853 Spring Gardens, Cherokee Co., AL, d. Dearmonville, Calhoun Co., AL. Andrew Jackson Traywick, Sr. g. 7 Jan 1831. Wake Co., NC, d. 9 Jan. Cherokee Co., AL. Willie Traywick b. 1797, Wake Co., NC, d. Cherokee Co., AL. "Polly" Deburry b. 1795 VA, m. 27 Jun 1823 Wake Co., NC, d. Cherokee Co., AL. Elizabeth Hughes b. 1832/34 Spring Gardens, Cherokee Co., AL. Mary Pamelia Lockridge b. 14 Jun 1854, Spring Gardens, Cherokee Co., AL, d. 5 Nov. 1946, Calhoun Co., AL. Fred James Traywick b. 11 Jun. 1890, Spring Garden, Cherokee Co., AL d. Dearmonville, Calhoun Co., AL.
ADDERHOLDT, ROBERTS
Posted on Jun 4, 2002 by Louise Clemons PriestlyI am looking for any info on the Adderholdt family (sometimes spelled Aderholdt or Aderholt), of Cherokee County, AL. My maternal grandmother, Frances Lucindy Adderholdt, married Abraham Roberts in 1874 in Cherokee Co., AL. My grandfather's mother and father , Samuel and Minerva Smith Roberts, came along with Abe and Lucindy's two oldest children in covered wagons from Cherokee Co., AL to Bell Co., TX around 1880.
BOMAR
Posted on Jul 11, 2002 by Paul MarxI am researching my Bomar family. I show Adam Ritter Bomar as born near Atlanta, GA. in 1874. His two children, William Kaylor Bomar born 1897 and Nellie Belle Bomar born in 1901 are shown as born in Bomar, AL. Can anyone tell me about the family? Was the town of Bomar, AL named for Adam?
TWILLEY
Posted on Aug 14, 2002 by Rebecca GastI would like to exchange information on the Twilley Family. They migrated from Paulding county, Georgia and settled in and around Cherokee county. Some names I'm interested in are Clement Twilley [1909-1950], James Franklin Twilley born Aug. 1889. I would greatly appreciate any help or ideas. Thanks, Becky
MORGAN, YOUNG
Posted on Oct 6, 2002 by Sharon MiliotoI would like to exchange information on the William Mark Young family. He married Elizabeth Olive Morgan and they lived in Centre, Alabama. William Mark Young died 3/30/1943 and is buried in the Union Grove Cemetery beside his wife who died 2/12/1938. If anyone can help me with any information on this family, I would be greatful.
SHORT
Posted on Oct 9, 2002 by T. L. DuncanI am searching for information on George and Emma Short who lived in Cherokee County in the early 1860's. Please e-mail me at TDatBeach @aol.com
CURRY, MCDANIEL
Posted on Dec 9, 2002 by Alea BrownHi, I'm looking for descendants of John McDaniel b. 1839 in Cherokee County, AL. He married Margaret Curry and eventuallly moved to McLennan County, TX and had 9 children: Zolly; Clippid; Zora; Ida; Phillip; Ardan; Bartholomew; Margaret; and Percy. I'd appreciate any information that could aid me in locating any additional relatives.
MALCOM
Posted on Dec 30, 2002 by Bob MorganMy wife's grandfather A. W. Malcom died in Cherokee Co., in 1920. His death certificate does not list his parents. Any info on A. W. Malcom would be geatly appreciated. By the way I have many names in my data base on Morgans in Calhoun Co, and other Malcoms. If I can be of help to you please let me know. Bobby Morgan
DUKE, PUCKETT
Posted on May 15, 2003 by Carmon Conder McManigellInterested in finding out any information on A. H. Duke who married Elizabeth Smith, Elizabeth Clementine Duke, who married James Tillero Puckett, and Newton Oliver Puckett son of Duke and Puckett. They all resided in Cherokee county about 1883. They moved to Texas. Camp county and Upshur county. Please send information to Carmon Conder McManigell at carm34@netzero.net.
SANFORD
Posted on Jun 15, 2003 by Sandy HarrisI would like to know if any one has information on Lemuel J. Sanford of Cherokee Co, AL? He was born in SC in 1812 and died in Cherokee Co., in 1877. Am looking for a son that is not listed in the census, harles Randolph Sanford, born about 1853. A baby book lists his father as Lemuel and his mother as Mary Morgan Sanford from Cherokee Co., AL. This is a big mystery to my cousin and me. We are at a standstill in our genealogy search. Thanks for any help! Sandy Harris
DOHERTY, LAWRENCE, MATHEWS, MATHES
Posted on Jun 15, 2003 by Connie WestI am seeking any information on the Doherty family that lived in Cherokee Co, AL around 1834 through 1838. According to Cherokee Co, TX historical book, the Doherty families originated in TN, moved to Cherokee Co. AL then arrived in TX in 1839. Family members include: 1) George Doherty Jr (b. abt ,17??) & Polly (Mathes/Matthews) His sons: 2) Jeremiah Doherty (b. abt 1812) & Alzira (Lawrence) 2) George Moore Doherty (b. abt 1814), 2) James 2) Phillip. Jeremiah lists three children as born in AL: 3) George W (b. abt. 1834), 3) Mary A. M. (b. abt. 1836) 3) Martha A. (b. abt. 1838) - (ages calculated from 1850 Cherokee Co. TX census) We are told (family history) this might have had something to do with the Indian Removal (1838-39) but so far have found no proof of that. Any help would be appreciated! Connie West. west5@ionet.net
TOWNSEND, WARD
Posted on May 6, 2004 by Angela ArmbrusterLooking for descendents of Sandy Ward married to Texanna Townsend. They raised their children in Cherokee County, AL. Texanna is the daughter of David Townsend and Malinda Padget. David Townsend is buried next to his daughter Texanna in Unity Missionary Baptist Cemetery. Sandy and Texanna were married in Jasper, Pickens Co., GA in June 1888. Would like to find descendants of their children who might have pictures or information. I have their children as: William David abt 1889 married Mary Elizabeth Burke, (Molly) Mattie abt 1890, Nathan abt 1892, Theo abt 1893, Lissie abt 1891, Jim abt 1900, Stella abt 1901, Rena abt 1902, Dolph abt 1905. He has a daughter named Beatrice.
HAMPTON
Posted on May 29, 2004 by Jean LinggI am searching for information on the death of John Hampton d. 19 June 1837 Cherokee Co., AL. m. Joyce Malone. I would also like information on his son, John Hampton b. 28 April, 1790 m. Sally Lane 26 July, 1809 Jackson Co., GA. I am trying to connect my gr-gr-grandmother Sara Hampton b. 1812 m. Abdi Shockley in Jackson Co., GA to both of these men. Apparently they moved from GA to AL, then the family moved back to GA after the death of the first John Hampton. Thanks, Jean Lingg
COX
Posted on Aug 29, 2004 by Carol Cox HartfordI recieved some scant information regarding my fathers family from the 1880 census from some archives. I am trying to locate information. The family of A. Cox and wife Mary. Three sons James, George M. and Samuel. No other information regarding the first name of A. Cox. No information regarding Mary's maiden name actually, just what came off the US census. Since they farmed in Cherokee County, perhaps you can find something. My father was the youngest son. James Garvin Cox. I did not know him, so all information even at my age 64, is important. James was born 1876. George M. about 1865 and Samuel 1873. Any help would be appreciated. If there is a fee and it is not too large just let me know and I will pay it. Carol Cox Hartford
PUCKETT
Posted on Nov 29, 2004 by Diane EthridgeMy gg grandfather, Andrew Jackson Puckett married Frances Roberts in GA in 1837. He died in about 1864 in the Civil War and Frances took their younger children and moved to Cherokee Co., AL. There evidently were relatives there for her but I cannot locate the parents or siblings of either family. Frances lived to be 92 years old and possibly moved back to GA. They had previously lived in the White Oak Community of Coweta Co., GA. If anyone has either of these names in their records, please contact me at deae@lcc.net. I'm about to run out of ideas. Thanks, Diane Ethridge, Conroe, TX
CANTRELL
Posted on Mar 17, 2005 by Brenda SullivanMy name is Brenda Sullivan. I am a decendant of Ellesberry Cantrell. I found in some documentation that Ellesberry was buried in Horsebend Cemetery in Cherokee county Al. I have not been able to find anything about or anyone who knows where that cemetery is located. Do you know or is it possible it now has another name? Thanks for any information you can offer. Please email me at Claire_bama@hotmail.com. Brenda
McCULLOUGH
Posted on Jun 25, 2005 by Rebecca BlunkI am looking for information on James Jesse McCullough, listed in the 1860 census for Cherokee Co., AL. Family tradition states that he died serving under Hood in the Civil War, was born abt. 1840, and was buried in GA. He may have enlisted in Cherokee Co, AL or in Chattooga Co., GA as he lived close to the state line and had family there. I have searched the NSA Soldiers and Sailors Index, but can't seem to find a match. Any help would be appreciated!
BELL
Posted on Sep 14, 2005 by Teri Bell HooperI am searching for information regarding Reason Bell and wife Louisa Donovan Bell. The 1860 Census for Cherokee County Alabama, Third District, Gaylesville Post Office list Reason Beal, age 42, Male, Farmer,born in South Carolina, with wife, Louisa, age 39, with children, Mary A. born about 1838, Martha, born about 1841, Nettie, born about 1842, married Royal (Oyal) Madison Howell. October 14, 1877, Anniston, Alabama, died in 1902. Julian (Julia Ann)born about 1845, John F. born about 1848, married Julia Murphee, 30 Dec 1869. James David born Dec 1, 1853, married Sarah Pearson, Dec 29, 1870, Children of James David and Sarah are Henry Ward, born Nov 2, 1876, married Sherley, died Setp 22,1938, and John F., born about 1879. Sarah Pearson was born October 12, 1854, and she died January 7, 1919. References: Old Davis Town Cemetery, Calhoun County, Alabama. If you have information about this family please email me direct at lesliewhooper@cox.net. Teri Bell Hooper
SHAW
Posted on Sep 25, 2005 by Beverly BrighamI am looking for any information on the James Henry Shaw family. His wife’s name was Victoria (don’t know maiden name but would love to). They lived in Cherokee Co. and had 5 daughters born there. The daughters were born in the 1890’s and were named: Maggie, Della, Ella, Jodie (Willie) and Bessie. Any information on this family would be appreciated. This is my brick wall. Ella Shaw was my grandmother and she married a Skipworth. They lived in Texas. Beverly Brigham
BRANNON, DAVIS, GOSSETT, GOUGER, LANGLEY, SMITH
Posted on Sep 14, 25, 2005 by Johnny W. DavisI am in Wisconsin, but I am from Centre and I am working on my genealogy. I am doing research on the following familes. Langley, Brannon, Gossett, Davis, Gouger, Smith. This is my base line of my family tree but there are alot of other surnames involved too. So far I have the Langley line 1566 which includes the names Mason, Thelaball, Ganey from Jamestown Virginia, this is the Langley line on my Davis side back to Jamestown in 1605, which has the names Weaver, Farrar, Howard, Hatcher and Newport, which is Captain Christopher Newport. I would like to help as much as I can. We are moving back home next year. Johnny W. Davis
JORDAN
Posted on Nov 21, 2005 by John A. BarnesI am searching for an old friend from Centre, Alabama. Her madien name was Darlene "Dee" Jordan. She had a brother named Dwight that passed in the 1980's. Darlene would be in her late 40's and had move to Tennessee the last time we spoke 30 years ago. Any information would be greatly appreciated. By: John A. Barnes Syydog27us@yahoo.com
LEMONS, SMITH
Posted on Nov 25, 2005 by Donna McDanielI am researching Edmond Smith and Mary Ann (?AN) Lemons or Lemmons. They are listed in Cherokee County Census in 1850 with son Daniel. I have been told they married in GA, possibly Floyd County, but I have been unable to document this. They are documented in the Hamilton County Tennessee Census in 1860. I would appreciate any information that anyone has available on Edmond Smith or Mary Ann Lemons. Thanks!
ADAMS
Posted on Aug 17, 2006 by Stephie VanceI am looking for information on Silas M, Lucinda A, and Newton Adams who lived in Cherokee Co, Alabama in 1860. If anyone has found them on their family tree, I would love to hear from you. Thank you, Stephie Vance
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