Current Wayne County Queries

Wayne County, West Virginia

Queries
July-November 1998

DAMRON, PARSLEY, EVANS, HENSLEY
Cindora1 Thu, 19 Nov 1998 14:47:17
I am looking for WILLIAM H. DAMRON b. 1871 in Wayne Co., W Va. married 1st....America Likens, Skeans, York, or Martin. He married 2nd Cynthia Parsley and 3rd Bertha Evans whose mom and dad were Mary Jane Hensley and Hensley Wesley Evans. Bertha and Will lived on Middle Burning Creek Rd. in Kermit , W Va. when he died....so where he is buried is unknown. His death date is unknown. He may have been buried in E. Kermit or across the road in Martin Co., Ky. I'm trying to find any information that I can on him. Also doing research on EVANS & HENSLEY.

BLAIR, ADAMS
John Blair Tue, 17 Nov 1998 20:33:03
Am interested in tracing this particular line....James Blair m. Elen Adams 1855 in Wayne Co. WV. He appears to be a missing link in our BLAIR research. Thanks for any input.

BROWNING, WALLACE
Ken Browning Tue, 17 Nov 1998 06:50:55
Seeking information on William E. Browning. He married Sarah "Sally" Wallace. They had 10 children. William and Sarah appeared in the Pike County Kentucky census in 1850 and 1860. William E. died after 1870 in Wayne County, WV. Need birth, marriage, and death date and burial location. Thanks

MILLER, LOVENS/LOVINS
Lillian Canfield Mon, 16 Nov 1998 20:45:15
I am interested in finding out more information on my grandfather, John Miller, and my grandmother, Frances Lovens or Lovins. John was originally from Ohio, but he and Frances raised a family in West Virginia. They were probably married around the turn of the century, and lived in Kermit and the surrounding areas. I have a feeling they may have lived in Wayne county, and not Mingo county. Any information would be appreciated. I am sending you this message through my son's e-mail service. Thank you.

ROBINSON, MAYNARD
Patricia R. Horne Mon, 16 Nov 1998 13:40:45
Looking for info on a Wash Robinson born about 1875 in Wayne, WV, died about 1946, married Mary Elizabeth Maynard about 1898. Children were Ida about 1900 & Everett about 1902 in WV.

WATTS, ADKINS
Ken Tomblin Sun, 15 Nov 1998 18:47:42
I'm trying to find the military history of Everett Watts, of Wayne County. I have a copy of a photograph circa 1863 showing him in uniform that I got from my Grandmother (Everett was her Grandfather). Everett's father was Daniel Jackson Watts, married to Polly Ann Adkins. Can you post a query? Thanks.

RUTHERFORD
Randall Buffington Sat, 14 Nov 1998 19:08:40
I'm looking for information on the death of my ggg grandfather William Rutherford. He was murdered in Wayne County, on Oct. 9, 1860. He was 27 years old at the time of his death, and was the son of William & Nancy Rutherford. I would like to find out the circumstances surrounding his death or any information regarding the same. Thanks in advance.

BROCK, McCOY
Dot Burkett Sat, 14 Nov 1998 02:22:02
I am searching for East Lynn, West Virginia. There is supposed to be a Miller-Brock cemetary there. Family names: Aaron H. Brock married Rebecca Jane McCoy and they are supposed to be buried there. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks.

LYCAN, HAMPTON, HAN(D)LEY
Lowell McKinster Wed, 11 Nov 1998 21:24:06
Gooden Lycan of Wayne Co. married (1) Amanda Hampton and (2) Clementine Hanley. Was Clementine Hanley the daughter of Constantine and Mary Roach Hanley (or Handley) and sister of Augustus C. Hanley of Lawrence Co., OH? The 1860 census of Lawrence Co., OH, lists a Clemantine as daughter of Constantine and Mary.

MEEK, JARRELL
Velsie Bays Hewlett Wed, 11 Nov 1998 09:36:27
Searching for info. on Charles MEEK d. bf. 1970 and his wife Addie JARRELL d. bf. 1970. Their son Joe Frank Meek was b. Feb. 22, 1897 at Neal, Wayne Co., WV. Any info regarding these would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.

HEWLETT, BURKE/BIRK
Robert Hewlett Wed, 11 Nov 1998 09:23:47
I am seeking info. on Henry Birch HEWLETT b. Oct. 12, 1806, place unk., d. April 4, 1862 Hewlett, Wayne Co., WV. and bur. there in the Hewlett Cem. with his wife Rachel BIRK (BURKE). Rachel was b. Sept. 21, 1812 and d. Nov. 18, 1869. They m. Sept. 10, 1833. They had the following children:
Mildred Hewlett m. Capt. Bill Blankenship
Thomas B. Hewlett - never married
Mary Jane Hewlett m. Robert Potter
William Henry Hewlett m. 1) Mary Ellen Curnutt(e)
2) Clarinda Mullins (my line)
John Alfred Hewlett - never married d. in Civil War at Whitesburg, KY
James Thompson Hewlett - m. Elizabeth Lakin
Robert Butler Hewlett - d. as a child
Benjamin Hewlett - never married
Hardin Ballard Hewlett m. Flora Short
Julianna Hewlett m. Jim Evans
Henry Birch Hewlett m. Jinny Wells (he was a minister)
Josephine Hewlett - d. as a child
Who are the parents of Henry Birch Hewlett and Rachel Birk (Burke)? Any info. on any of these mentioned would be appreciated.

FOWLER, DAVIS, ADKINS
John A. Mahey Thu, 05 Nov 1998 17:09:27
Looking for information on ancestors and descendants of Benjamin Franklin FOWLER and his wife, Louisa DAVIS. They were married in Central City, Cabell Co., WV 24 Jun 1899. Benjamin was born 15 Dec 1878 and died 5 Aug 1963 in Prichard, Wayne Co., WV. Louisa died 27 May 1935 in Prichard, Wayne Co., WV. Benjamin was the son of William T. Fowler and Martha A. Adkins. Benjamin and Louisa had nine or ten children: Ruth J., Nora, Agnes who m. Ross Lewis, Martha M., Inez, Garnet, Virgil F., Scott W., Pearl V., all born between 1904 and 1923.

KIRK, ALDRIDGE, RATLIFF
Gene Kirk Wed, 04 Nov 1998 08:05:41
Thomas B. (Thornsberry) Kirk divorced first wife Rebecca Aldridge in Lawrence County, Ky. and married second wife Sarah Ratliff and moved to Wayne County. His children by Rebecca appear with him and Sarah and their children on the 1850 Wayne County Census. I am looking for descendants of these children Jeremiah married America Farley, Frederick married Naoma, Martin H., George W. married Susan Hardin, James Andrew married Mary Jane Bartram, William, Nancy married William Vance, Van B. married Sarah Kirk. This Thomas B. was my Gr.Gr.Grandfather's brother and I am attempting to research his line. Thanks for any help.

PERDUE, BELCHER
Sara Childers Mon, 02 Nov 1998 15:53:00
I am seeking more info on Isaiah (Josiah) Perdue B. 1750's in Virginia wed Mary Sarah Belcher on June 1788 He died August 1819 in Buffalo Shoals, Wayne Co. W. Virginia. Who is Isaiah's parents? I have Mary Sarah's

JARRELL, DAMRON
PR Cookin Inc. Sat, 31 Oct 1998 17:11:39
I am looking for information on the family of Rev. John Jarrell, b. 1806. I have some information but would like to know more. Also, if you have any information on Lazarus Damron (his father) I would appreciate that also. Thank you for your time and consideration.

KITTS
Verla Kitts Barr Fri, 30 Oct 1998 13:38:05
Am looking for the parents of Harvey Kitts (1875-1953). Thanks.

DILLON, HANEY, PLYMALE
Bill Shook Wed, 28 Oct 1998 09:34:41
Trying to determine the parents of Zachary Taylor DILLON, b. abt 1855, place unk., d. abt 1899 in Cabell Co., WV. 1880 Wayne Co. census shows him m. to Tennessee HANEY, and living next to her parents, probably same farm. Tennessee HANEY, b. abt. 1858, in Wayne Co. WV, & d. March 1937, in Cabell Co. WV. She was the d/o William HANEY, b. abt. 1831 & Elizabeth PLYMALE, of Wayne Co. She married Zacariah Taylor DILLON abt. 1876 or before. She marr. 2nd, a Covington ROSS, before 1910. I need Zacariah's lineage. I have info to share.

STEWART
Tina Stewart Levitt Tue, 27 Oct 1998 15:38:39
I am looking for information on my grandfather, George Dewey Stewart, who was born in Wayne County. I am not completely sure of his parents names, but I believe they are Ulysses and Elizabeth Stewart. I have no other information. Thanks so much.

HATFIELD, HOWES
Charlotte Howes McNelly Mon, 26 Oct 1998 22:45:26
I'm researching my grandfather Frank "Howes" who married Mary (Hatfield) Howes, July 3, 1900 in Cabell Co.  I don't know which county he lived in or where he is buried.  He was born in KY.   My grandmother Mary is buried in the Hatfield cemetery with her father (my great grandfather) Anderson (Devil Anse) Hatfield. Thanks.

CORNWELL
James F. Carver Mon, 26 Oct 1998 19:32:39
Seeking two CORNWELL ancestors who migrated from Tazewell Co., VA. to Wayne Co. between 1860-1880...they are as followed:
William & Mary (Spence) Cornwell,
Reuben & Rachel (Spence) Cornwell
Any info about these characters deeply appreciated. Thanks!

HODGES, CLARK, TAX LISTS of 1870, 1885
Chester R. Maberry Sat, 24 Oct 1998 21:29:56
Can anyone tell me the names and locations of the cemeteries in Wayne Co., WV? I am trying to locate the graves of John HODGES and Fidelia (CLARK) HODGES. They were in the Lincoln Twp. area in the 1880 census. Also does anyone know if Wayne Co. has personal property tax lists for 1870 to 1885?

WHITT, PERRY, BROWNING, DAVIS
Debora W. Paradise-Whitt Tue, 20 Oct 1998 00:24:22
Searching for info on the life and wives of John B. WHITT. John was born in Pike Co., KY and later lived in Wayne and Logan Co.'s in WV. He is said to have married three times #1 Unknown (? Hannah ) Perry abt 1878, #2 Unknown Browning #3 Zerilda "Rildie" Davis 1892. He had children by each and is said to have died prior to 1941. He had a Masonic funeral and was first buried in Earlington than moved to Logan. At one time he either owned or ran a resterant in Wayne Co. Any info on his wives would help. His children where: Florence, ?Sissie, Arnold, Naomi, Wayne, Mattie (D:age 5 or 6) and Andrew b: 1900. Thanks.

MIDKIFF, TIVENER
Donna Thu, 15 Oct 1998 22:00:15
I am looking for any kind of record on Robert MIDKIFF, of Saltrock, WV. married Anne TIVENER, have no marriage date. Anne died 13 Sep 1920 in WV. but have no county. Need anyone researching the Midkiff family of Wayne Co. Thanks in advance.

THOMPSON, FERGUSON
Jim Haynie Wed, 14 Oct 1998 23:30:25
Looking for info on Elbert Thompson who married Martha Ferguson. They owned all the bottom land along Twelve Pole creek just south of Camp Mad Anthony Wayne in Spring Valley, Wayne County, WV in the early 1900s. There children were Ota and Alberta (Bertie), who married brothers (Anthony and Zeri Haynie), Zeni and John. I hear they came from Greenbrier (??) but not for sure. They moved to Bidwell, OH and are buried there. Any info please e-mail me. Thanks!

HAYNIE, PLYMALE
Jim Haynie Wed, 14 Oct 1998 23:30:20
Looking for parents of William Haynie born 1788 married Martha?? Son was William D. Haynie born 1831 married Elizabeth Plymale. Name on 1850 census is spelled Haney, but on tombstones is spelled Haynie. Five generations of Haynie's are buried within a 5 mile radius in Wayne County. There are at least 3 Haynie cemeteries in Wayne County and two headstones on the "old Malcolm farm" on Walker Branch near the railroad tracks. Would like to know which Haynie these belong to. Any info would be appreciated. I have more info on the Haynie's of Wayne County if interested please e-mail me.

WHEELER, PACK
AutoJC999 Mon, 28 Sep 1998 13:01:47
Please, I am looking for any information on parents of Ralph Pack (b.1876, d. 1935) who married Sarah Elizabeth Wheeler (b.1879, d. 1956). Ralph Pack and Sarah Elizabeth, I am told, are buried in Sam Dyer Cemetery, Wayne County, Cove Gap, West Virginia. Also, if you have any information on Wallace Wheeler (b.1855) who married Lucy Caudill (b.1860). Their children were Sarah Elizabeth Wheeler and Hattie Wheeler (who never married). Any information on these lines would be greatly appreciated. I am Carla Blevins Campbell (born in Barboursville, West Virginia) currently residing in St. Louis, Missouri. The individuals above are my Great Grandparents and Great, Great Grandparents.

NICHOLS, COPELY
Mary Nichols Woodard Sun, 27 Sep 1998 08:26:56
Desperately need info on my grandmother and her parents. Her name was Stella Copley Nichols from Wayne Co. WV, born 2/21/1895. She married my grandfather James Nichols who descended from Scott Co. Va. I have her birth cert. and all it states is that her parents were George and Lizzie Copley from Ft. Gay, WV. Without more info I can't go any farther back than that. Anyone with any info, please contact me. It will greatly appreciated. Thanks very much.

McCANN
Donald E. McCann Sat, 26 Sep 1998 14:00:10
Looking for any information about Richard W. McCann or Kerrick McCann. Richard owned land on twelve pole creek. Kerrick was his only son. Census in 1850 stated Richard as being 42? What I would like is any information about old cemeteries any links with other families in the area. Richard had about seven daughters and his son Kerrick only had two sons, so I feel there has to be many links in Wayne County that I am unaware of at this time.

MCKEE
Doris McKee Brown Thu, 24 Sep 1998 22:09:01
Does anyone have information regarding a land grant in 1807 to ROBERT MCKEE, et al, of 1687 acres between the Big Sandy River and Twelve-pole Creek in what is now Wayne County, WV? Any word regarding this grant or information of Robert McKee is greatly appreciated. Thank you in advance.

HARDWICK, CRACE
Patricia Chapman McGehrin Wed, 23 Sep 1998 15:23:57
Are there any HARDWICK'S out there ? I am looking for my Aunt Rosa CRACE, married to a G.W. HARDWICK. m July 5, 1916 at which time she was 17 years old. Rosa was the daughter of Joel and Mary CRACE. had two brothers Millard and Walter. Sisters Bula, Belva, Ruby Jean, Milissa, Emma, and Verna . I am the daughter of Verna Chapman. nee: Crace. Emma was married to High Donnely, and Milissa was married to a Jerreld. ( last name ) I can't seem to find any of my mothers family. Please Help. thanks

NAPIER, CORNS
Judy Holliday Wed, 23 Sep 1998 08:02:13
I recently received the WCHS book on cemetaries. It listed Thomas Napier's parents as Edmund Napier & (?) Corns : does anyone have any information on Edmund? Thomas is my ggg-grandfather. Thanks.

COPLEY, ARRINGTON
Harold P. Tue, 15 Sep 1998 18:46:31
I am trying to ascertain birthplace, birth parents of John Russell Copley. All info obtained so far states Wayne Co. as location. He was born in 1884, supposedly to William D. Copley; no verification at this point. He had a brother named Chap Copley, he located later years to McDowell Co., WV, married Minnie Lambert Arrington, died mid 1930's in McDowell Co. I am his granddaughter and would really appreciate any leads. Thanks!

BLAIR
John Blair Fri, 11 Sep 98 18:28:59
Looking for lost Russell Co. VA family. Left Virginia after 1850...Believed to have traveled to WAYNE Co. the 1850 Russell Co. gives their ages and names as follows: Mothers' name was Amelia (Milly, Malia)35, James P.16, Sarilda 14, Lucinda 13, Jaheil T.10, Francis M.8,. and Sarah E. 5. Father's name was Benjamin, have no idea what happened to him but their are 34 of us doing BLAIR Research and this is one of our missing families. Benjamin Blair was the brother of William Blair of Pike Co. Ky and Jacob Blair III of Buchanan/Dickenson Co. VA....Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thank you

WARD of LAVELETTE
Glenn O. Brown Thu, 10 Sep 1998 20:46:09
I am GLENN O. BROWN and am the greatgrandson of DANIEL & SARAH AMANDA WARD. The last WARD reunion I attended was 1946 or 47 and I have lost touch with my relatives in the interim. My Grandmother was ANNA WARD I know Im reaching a long way, but can you tell me if any of the WARDS in that area have an email address?

ADKINS, ZIRKLE, STEPHENSON
Everett Vance Thu, 10 Sep 1998 02:52:37
My great grandmother was SUSAN ADKINS (1854-1927 ) who married REUBEN ZIRKLE.  SUSAN's mother (my gggrandmother ) was SARAH  ADKINS b 1828-32 d. after 1890 in Wayne County. Sarah had 4 children: Susan b. 11 March 1854; Charles Washington b 6 May 1856, m. Safrona Adkins; Helena b. 1861; and Rebecca b. 1865. I was told by several people on Beech Fork in the 1970's that Rebecca had mental problems and killed Helena over a man. Sarah remarried Benjamin Stephenson on June 4, 1868 in Wayne county, WV. Sarah was married between 1853 to 1865 when her 4 children were born. WHO WAS SHE MARRIED TO? I was told she was an Adkins and married an Adkins. Any help you can give will be appreciated.

CASEY
Amy Whitesell Tue, 08 Sep 1998 11:01:16
I am researching the Casey family of Wayne Co. W.V.

ROMANS, MUNCY, MARCUM
Assn of Romans Family Historians Mon, 07 Sep 1998 00:50:37
Thomas J. & Elizabeth (Muncy) Romans lived in Wayne County, West Virginia in the 1890s; possibly around Crum. The couple had at least two sons; Lon C. (b. 3 Jul 1899), and George F. (b. 9 Aug 1897). Lon C. Romans (marr. Colista Marcum on 23 May 1923) is the ancestor of new member Micki Van Dyke. We need to know who Thomas J.'s parents were! One key may be in an obituary handed down to Micki, apparently handwritten by her grandmother (Colista Marcum), in reference to the death of Ida (Romans) McKnight (1892-1933); d/o George W. and Nancy (Hunt) Romans. It appears that there may be a link between the two Romans lines. Ida's is an established line, now we need to bring the two lines together. Given the period, it looks like we are about ONE GENERATION away from being able to tie this one up and welcome Micki as our newest "long lost cousin." If you have ANY information regarding Thomas J. Romans, please contact me.

BROWNING
Katherine Sun, 06 Sep 1998 19:54:52
Good news! I found 18 yr.old Nancy Browning on the 1880 Wayne cty census with her parents, D.B. & Arinetta. Now, can anyone tell me who were the parents of D.B. & his wife? I cannot find D.B. on any Browning website. Thanks for the help.

JEWELL, DAVIS
J. G. Farrar Sat, 29 Aug 1998 17:47:29
Looking for information and ancestors of SOLOMOM JEWELL, Sr. and NANCY DAVIS?
who had the following children and descendants.
Generation 2
1. Daniel Jewell, m. Manerva
2. Margaret Jewell, m. ?? Fields
3. Soloman Jewell, Jr, b. c1834-Pike Co., KY, m. Jane Shepard, b. c1835 (THESE ARE MY GRANDPARENTS)
4. William M. Jewell, m. Rebecca

ETTER, VARNEY
Margie Etter Mon, 24 Aug 1998 16:43:58
William and Sarah (VARNEY) ETTER lived in Mingo and Wayne Counties area. I am told that William is buried in a Crum cemetery. I am interested in any ETTER of Wayne County area and I would be willing to share my information on the ETTER family.

ELKINS, BLAIR, LAWHORN, CARDWELL, ROACH, DONAHOE
Karen Partain Wed, 29 Jul 1998 15:41:05
1.William Benjamin ELKINS b. 27/Dec/1854 son of Alexander & Emily "Lawhorn" ELKINS married: Nancy J. BLAIR b. ??? daughter of J.C. & E. BLAIR they had one child: Nancy E. ELKINS b.1876 2.French "Dutch" LAWHORN b. July 1874 son of Charles and Jane "Phoebe" LAWHORN married: Ardelia CARDWELL b. Apr 1881, in 1897. 3. Here's my BRICK WALL William ROACH b. 1869 Married: Savana DONAHOE b. 1877, m. 02/Apr/1894 Daughter of Burrell S. and Angela "Morrison" DONAHOE William was orphaned at a young age. Has two brothers George ROACH who married Fronie ROSS. And a John ROACH who married ??? has a son named David ROACH. I was told that John was blind and his son was deaf. Would greatly appreciate any information on any of these lines.

BALLANGEE, HAZLITT
Jack M. Matheny Tue, 28 Jul 1998 15:33:23
I am inquiring in Wayne County Query for a friend, M.F. Fortner, who  would like info on parents of Absolom BALLANGEE  b. Wayne Co., Va. 21 March 1808, who married Thena HAZLITT, b. 11 Jan, 1811.  Mr. Fortner would be willing to share info. 

PARSONS
Russ & Pam Sun, 26 Jul 1998 16:25:59
I'm looking for information on Tilden Parsons s/o John Parsons born in Wayne in 2 Aug 1878 He was a preacher. Looking for persons he may have married or attended the Laurel Baptist Church he was pastor at.

MIRES/MEYERS/MYERS
Douglas A. Bishop Fri, July 24, 1998 1:04
Ocie MIRES/MEYERS/MYERS - bn. ca. 1887 in Wayne Co. WV according to her marriage license application in 1809 in McDowell Co. WV when she married William Short. They later moved down to Cabell Co. WV and William died there in 1959. Anyone have data on her parents? Thanks.

CHANDLER, STEPHANS
David Robinson Mon 7/20/98 1:53 PM
Would like any information on Susan Chandler married to Millard Stephans approx. 1897/98 and born July 1877. Probably lived in Lincoln Co.

HARMON, BRUMFIELD
Doug Harmon Sun 7/19/98 7:03 PM
My great grandfather was supposed to be born in Wayne in 1842, the same year it became a county.  His father was reported as Eli Harmon, and his mother Margaret (Peggie) Brumfield or Eli Harmon, who was married to Sarah Grene. I would appreciate any help you could give me.  Does any one have the birth records of that period?  Are some of Wayne counties records still in Virginia? I am kind of desperate at this time as I can go no further without knowing my great grandfather's father's name for sure. Thanks

NUNLEY, WALKER, SANSOM
Nina Miles Sat 7/18/98 11:38 AM
Looking for information on Charles Nunley and family: Charles Nunley born abt 1874 in Boyd Co. KY, married Eva Walker in Wayne Co. WV on 3 Mar 1906. Known children: A.H. Nunley b. 16 Jul 1911, B.F. Nunley b. 13 Apr 1913, both in Wayne Co. Charles had a sister, Ella Nunley, who married Millard Sansom. Any info would be appreciated.

MARCUM, MESSER, KNIPP, VANCE, WALLER
"Der Cyber Maiden onlinen" Fri 7/17/98 12:34 AM
Marcum, Messer, Knipp, Vance, Waller, anyone else looking for info on these people?

ETTER, VARNEY
Margie Etter Sun, 12 Jul 1998 12:25:33
I am searching for any information on William W. ETTER, 1837, and Sarah Ann VARNEY, abt 1844. They had 10 children: Emory Melvin, 1867; Mary Bell, 1868; George Adren, 1870; Lucinda, 1872; Harrison, abt 1874; Henry C. abt 1874; Mahola "Tish" ; Thomas Nathan, 1877; John, 1878; and Robert E. Lee, 1882. William is believed to be buried in the Silver Creek Cemetery. Is he and Sarah there? Can anyone help me with this line?

FARRA/FARRAR, RAINES, WARDEN
J. G. Farrar Fri, 10 Jul 1998 19:44:26
Can anyone tell me where Jno (John) M. Farra was born, married or the name of his parents? He was French and I believe the Farra family migrated from PA to VA to WV. My line is as follows:
1. Jno (John) M. Farra, b. 1825 (Where?) d. 1914 m. Mary Elaine Raines
2. Joseph Joel Farra, b. 1862 (Pulaski Co., VA) d. 1883 m. Mary Jane Warden
3. Everett Franklin Farra, b. 1885 (Wayne Co., WV) d. 1910 m. Minnie Louise Jewell
4. Everett Franklin Farrar, b. 1918 (Mingo Co., WV) m. Ruth Mae Helvey
5. James G. Farrar, b. 1942 (Pikeville, KY) m. Janice Ann Jayne

CHINN CEMETERY
Sherman R. Manis Tue, 07 Jul 1998 22:11:10
I am looking for information on the Chin cemetery that is located on top to the hill between Camp Creek Road and Rt. 152 (Used to be US Rt. 52). The cemetery is abandoned and very much over grown. There are about six identifiable graves in it as of July 3, 1998. They are Jane Ratliff b. Mar 24, 1819 d. Jan 18, 1907, Wm. Burk b. 1833 d. 1919, Jennie Chin b. Dec 30, 1901 d. Dec 15, 1904, Mary Chin b. Mar 17, 1893 d. May 20, 1894, Albert Chin b. Nov. 17, 1864 d. 1940 and Josie Chin b. Nov. 15, 1870 d. Apr 29, 1936. Several other stones are weathered too much to identify. Also there are several areas that seem to be graves but have no marker at this time. If anyone has any more information or photographs of this cemetery I would like to hear from you. Visit my web site. Thanks

CRACE, CHAPMAN, BLEVINS
Pat McGehrin Chapman Tue, 07 Jul 1998 09:39:14
I am looking for information on any CRACE, BLEVINS or CHAPMANS . Joe CRACE Mary CRACE., maiden name BLEVINS from Fort Gay WVA . Joe and Mary had a lot of children, Walter, Millard, Bulla, Emma, Verna, Belva, Ruby Jean, Rose, and Millesia. My mother Verna, was married to Ervin Chapman, and she died in Louisa Ky in 1935. Emma married a Joe Donnley. and Millisia had a son named Freelin Jarreld. who went to school in Fort Gay in the 1940's. if any one has any info on these people please get in touch with me. Thanks.

COPELY, PACK, ANDERSON
Pat Copley-Strickland Sun, 05 Jul 1998 18:19:15
I would like to buy a map which would tell me where the county cemeteries are located. Is there such a map, if not where could I get directions???? The Copley-Pack and the Copley-Anderson are two I am most interested in at this time. I am looking for James D. Copley, and James M. Copley, and Harrison Copley. Would appreciate any suggestions.

BOYS
Vera (Boys) Hamilton Sat, 04 Jul 1998 22:58:37
I am trying to locate the cemetery where my greatgrandfather ISAAC BOYS and his wife ELIZABETH are buried, they lived in Wayne county 1873 to 19-- in the Greenbrier/Trace creek area. If anyone knows of this cemetery please Thanks.

SPERRY, MARCUM, SPURLOCK
Jim Wright Sat, 04 Jul 1998 21:40:31
Searching for info on parentage of William SPERRY, b. May 11, 1925, Crum, Wayne CO, WV. He m. on Aug 17, 1949 at Dunlow, Wayne CO, WV, Pauline MARCUM, b. June 2, 1933, Crum, Wayne CO, WV. William/Pauline marriage certificate lists parents of William as Dewey SPERRY & Mina SPURLOCK. Can find no record of Dewey and Mina being married and family tradition says they weren't. I have info on Dewey but need info on parents of Mina, who is believed to have been born/raised in Lincoln CO, WV, but may have been from Wayne CO. Would appreciate lookup in census of 1910 & 1920 in Wayne & Lincoln CO's, WV, to see if Mina (or a variant thereof) can be found. Thanks.

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