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Henry G. and Mattie Rooks were
one of the pioneer families of Milstead. He married Mattie, a native
of Walton County in 1898 and moved to Milstead in 1904. They were
active in the Baptist Church, serving as deacon, teacher and various
other positions. He was called 'Hammer' by his friends because he
always carried a small hammer-hatchet. He was considered a master in
the woodworking profession. Miss Mattie was known for her civic work
in the community. She assisted the doctors and nurses with their
work.
They had four sons; Bedford,
William, George, and Ruply; and three daughters; Mrs. Willie Davis,
Mrs. Reno Warren, and Mrs. Willie Kirkus. |
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~ exert from The Story Of
Milstead, page109, by Frank D. Smith
from the Milstead Baptist Church
Minutes; Book 14; 1904
~ submitted by Frank Smith |
