I am looking for anyone who might have an idea of finding information on my great-great-grandfather. His name was Peter McDONALD and he lived in Wayne County. He was a private in the Confederate Army, Company D, Regiment 2. They had a son after the civil war named William H. McDonald who is buried in Goldsboro. Thanks
Am developing a genealogy of Lucas families of Wayne, Wilson, Nash Counties. Would appreciate receiving any info re any Lucas family. Thank you very much. Charles Lucas
Looking for a Lewis Sasser born 1849 - died Aug 21 1913 in Deans Cemetary Tommy Rd. SR 1549 Wayne Co listed a Louis Sasser born 1849 only died July 21 1916 who is this Lewis (Louis )? I have written Wayne Co for death certificate for Lewis Sasser does not have. Also for a Matilda Talton Sasser, his wife, died 1940 - no certificate. Sara Toler Sasser died 1955 est. Goldsboro Hospital Wayne Co N.C. - no death certificate. How can this one be since died in 1955? Does anyone know where I can go to find out where it could be? Gail
Hello, found these names on Probate records dated Feb 1 1869 Mc Talton's wife signed the deed , Malinda Talton, anyone know a Malinda Talton or MC Talton in Wayne co he must of died in the year 1869. Looking for connection to a Matilda Talton m. Lewis Sasser she was born 1875 married in 1891-1893 Wayne co. probably related to Cullen Gray Talton son of Malchus Talton m Piety mother is Zelphia Talton ,father William whose family of Talton's came from Isle of Wight Virginia to NC. Also looking for Dixon Pearce father of Zelphia Talton's dau. born in 1839. Thanks Gail
LANGSTON, MONTAGUE: Searching for descendants of William W. LANGSTON and Isabella MONTAGUE (married Aug. 1865) of Wayne Co., N.C. They had 6 children: Paulena (1868-187?), George (1869-after 1900), John (1872-after 1900), Louisa (b. 1874), Edmond "Eddie" (b. 1876) and James (b. 1880)
Looking for descendants of John and Mary Langston of Goldsboro, N.C. John was a commercial jeweler in Goldsboro in the 1920s. John and Mary's children were born after 1900: William (b. 1903), Virginia (b. 1905), John Jr. (b. 1907), and Sara (b. 1910). There may have been later children.
Looking for descendants of John C. MONTAGUE (b.abt. 1793 in VA, d. 12/12/1843 in Wayne Co., N.C.) and Eliza (Lizzie) DEES (b. between 1802 and 1810 in Johnston Co., N.C., d. Sept. 1851 in Wayne Co., N.C.) John C. and Eliza Montague's children were John D. Montague (b. abt 1827), Virginia Montague (b. abt 1828), Eliza Montague (b. abt. 1838.), and Isabella Montague (b. abt 1840. Married William W. LANGSTON). John C. and Eliza Montague's son John D. Montague became a schoolteacher in Wayne County, N.C. He married Patience THOMPSON and had two children: Samuel Dixon (Dick) Montague and Mary Mark Alberta Gertrude Elizabeth Virginia Montague (called Virginia. Married Benjamin Franklin DEANS.) After Patience Thompson Montague died, John D. Montague married Julianna Farmer of Virginia and moved to Nansemond County, Virginia (now Suffolk) where he raised a second family. I am descended from the second family and have a lot of information about the second family and information about John D. Montague and his parents John C. and Eliza.
Looking for Sarah Charlotte MONTAGUE JOHNSON who I have been told has knowledge of the Montague family in Wayne County, N.C. I am descended from John D. Montague's second marriage to Julianna Farmer and am looking to make contact with descendents from John D. Montague's first marriage to Patience Thompson. I met Samuel Dixon (Dick)'s grandson Robert W. Montague, Sr. (Bobby) at a fourth of July picnic back in 1992 and he told me about Mrs. Johnson.
Searching for descendants of William Elwood HOLLOWELL and Louisa E. ("Lula") LANGSTON who were married about 1900 in Wayne County, N.C.. Their children were Herman M. (b. abt 1905), James C. (b. abt 1908), and Rolland E. Hollowell (b. abt 1912).
Searching for descendants of Rigdon DEES (1802-1873) and Penninah COX of Wayne County, N.C. Rigdon's younger sister Eliza (Lizzie) Dees Montague was my 3rd great grandmother. Am interested in all Dees genealogy. Would particularly like to know what info. anyone might have about Rigdon's parents, Daniel Dees, Jr. and Nancy and their family. Any bible records out there? Does anyone know Nancy Dees maiden name? Is Rigdon a family name? Any and all help appreciated. Sincerely, Jenny Glenn
Seeking descendants of Jerry CRAWFORD and Julia M. MONTAGUE who married on 12-13-1888 in the Stony Creek Township of Wayne County. They had two children: a daughter Marion (b. 1889) and a son Floyd (b. Aug. 1891). Julia M. Crawford was the half-sister of Samuel Dixon Montague.
Seeking descendants of John C. MONTAGUE (b. Sept 1861) and Emma LASSITER (b. Sept 1870) of Wayne Co., N.C. John C. and Emma married in Wilson County in 1891, but by 1900 they were living in the Stony Creek Township of Wayne County, N.C. Their children were: Mary (b. Feb 1892), John M. (b. Aug 1894), William (b. Apr. 1897), and Ella (b. July 1899).
Searching John and Ann [unknown] Mozingo. their son Pierce Mozingo and wife, Sarah (Sally) possibly GRADDY. Sarah Mozingo and her connection with the CREEL family of NC/SC. Trying to determine all of John and Ann's children. Identified so far are Booth, Pierce, George, Lewis, Sarah, possibly a Wm and Edward and other daughters. To let other researchers know we have "Mozingo" Homeplace at MOZINGO@onelist.com those wishing to join us may contact Bill Mozingo at b5992@flash.net to join our list serv to share Mozingo genealogy information. Gayle Gayle W. Licari
I am looking for the ancestry of Jesse Peacock, b 2/23/1792 in Wayne Co, NC. His father was Levi Peacock. I am also looking for info on Jesse's wife Eliza Ann Henry b 12/2/1795.
Seeking info on the QUIMBY and SHEFFIELD families. Lock Sheffield, Sr., born 1813 in N.C., married Mary BREWER, born 1798 in N.C. His son, Lock Sheffield, Jr., born 1826 in N.C., married Emily Quimby. Emily's parents were Jonas Quimby, born 1786 in Wayne County, N.C. and Margaret E., born 1790 in N.C. Any info on these people would be great. Thanks.
Seeking info on the QUIMBY and SHEFFIELD families. Lock Sheffield, Sr., born 1813 in N.C., married Mary BREWER, born 1798 in N.C. His son, Lock Sheffield, Jr., born 1826 in N.C., married Emily Quimby. Emily's parents were Jonas Quimby, born 1786 in Wayne County, N.C. and Margaret E., born 1790 in N.C. Any info on these people would be great. Thanks.
Am searching for any information on Ashley PEEDIN b. 1854 m. Sarah JONES, his sisters, Bersilus Peedin b. 1858 and Patience Anne Peedin b. 1862. They may have been born in Johnston County and moved to Wayne County. Ashley and Sarah Peedin's children: Isaac or Isaiah, Charles, William, Berne(Sic)Rd, Bardin, Lillie, and half-sister Mary Jones. Also, Louisa DINKINS b.5/112/50 d. 1934. her daughter, Dora Lilias Dinkins Peedin, b. 3/20/81 or 3/20/85 d. May 1940 m. Isaac Peedin 1909? and a son b.early 1870's no known name. Louisa may have married a Tobe Dinkins
looking for info on the parents of Bardin King- born 1819, in Alabama. parents were from NC. brothers were Axium King, Rufus King, Cullen King, William King. there were at least five other brothers. parents went to ala by 1819 as Bardin was born there. an older bro was born in NC. Ann
Looking for PRIVETT. Noah Privett, b. 1775, Dobbs Co NC, d. 1832 in Wayne Co, NC. Married Penelope EVANS. Had 7 children: Nathaniel, Jacob, Nancy, Milly, William, Kitty and Stephen. Does anyone have any information on this family? Thanks for your help.
I am seeking info on a Uriah B. Boyt\Boyet, born: 26 April 1826 in Wayne county N.C. He enlisted in the C.S.A. on 06 July, 1861. I believe he married Martha Perdieu. He possibly has a brother by the name of Isaac R. Boyt\Boyet. Any info would be appreciated.
I am seeking info on a John Boyett, age 31 and Eliza Boyett age 31 who were living in Marion Co. Ga. in 1850. John Boyett was from Wayne Co, N.C. In 1850 they had the following childeren: John 10 Wesly 9 Martha 7 Noel 5 James 3 Nancy 6 mos. John would have been born approx. 1819. John possibly had two brothers: Uriah B. Boyett born 26 April 1826 in Wyne Co., N.C. and Isaac R. Boyett born approx. 1821 in Wayne Co., N.C. I am looking for their parents. Any assistance would be appreciated. Beth Boyett
I am researching the HOLLOWELL family. Need help in finding the parents of Thomas T. Hollowell, b. May 19, 1805, d. Dec 4, 1877, m (1) Sophia Holt, m(2) Nancy Holt. Would like to hear from others working on the same family. Thanks.
Seek info on surname LYNCH. There was a book published by Frances Lynch DEANS about 1989, Goldsboro, NC. called-- The Lynches, from Ireland to eastern North Carolina. Does anyone know where this book is available or how to reach Frances Lynch Deans?
I am seeking information and descendants of Elijah SMITH ? - 1844, found in Record Docket 9-60, and Eliza Smith ? - 1895? found in Will Book 2-104. Please contact me at my e-mail. Would also be interested in corresponding and sharing information with descendants of Joel HINES (Duplin/Wayne Co.) and Melissa RICH (Duplin/Wayne Co.).
Looking for info on Annie Elizabeth Hall, Waynesboro, Wayne Co., other names mentioned Ft. Hall, Stanton, Broomfield, and New River. Cherokee. Born March 2, 1900. Born and raised this area, married Fred G. Harless and moved to Boone Co., W. Va. I don't have a marriage date.
I would like to find my great-grandmother's family. Her name was Anie (Annie) Piety Godwin (1853-1937). She married John A. Barnes (1844-1916) and lived in Wayne County, Pinckney neighborhood. All the family knows is her father was Ervin Godwin, mother Nancy Stallings. If anyone has a link in their family to these two people and family information would love to hear from you.
I am searching for info on Joseph STRICKLAND who died in Wayne Co in 1824. He left a wife named Sarah. Was Sarah the daughter of James HUGGINS who died in Duplin Co in 1805? Would appreciate any help you can give me on these families.
I am searching for information on Elisha W. BOYETTE, son of Thomas and Elizabeth BOYTE. I need the names of his wife and children. Elisha moved to Hardeman Co, TN in the 1820s.
I am searching for the parents and siblings of John CRAWFORD who was born in NC in 179. He married Elizabeth JERNIGAN, dau of George JERNGIAN, and moved to Hardeman Co, TN about 1830. John named his 3 oldest sons, John Right, Arthur B and William R. Crawford.
I would like to correspond with anyone working on the Robert CRAWFORD and Sarah Ann COGDELL family of Wayne Co. Robert died in 1820. My husband is descended from their daughter Jane who married Ralph HOWELL.
I am searching for the wife of Charles CROOM. In his will in 1838 he calls her Temperance. What is her maiden name? I am a descendant of their daughter, Nancy who married Thomas COOR.
I am searching for proof of the parents of Raiford FULGHUM. Family history says that he was the son of Anthony FULGHUM and Nancy RAIFORD. Raiford's son Benjamin married Anna. What was Anna's maiden name?
I am researching the family of Henry HOWELL who died in Wayne Co ca.1780. He was the husband of Rachel BOYTE. My husband is descended from their son Ralph Howell Sr. I have info on Ralph and his sister Maria or America Howell who married Benjamin Howell. I am searching for info on other siblings: Lazarus, Keziah who married Peter THOMPSON, Elizabeth who md ? DAUGHTERY, Abraham Henry and John.
I am looking for any information on John Hicks HARRELL b.August 11, 1879 in Duplin County d.January 15, 1942 in Nash County. He married Effie Etta PENDER Feb. 4, 1900. Effie Pender was b.March 21, 1881 in Wayne County d.Oct 20, 1963 in Nash or Edgecombe County. They had 8 children: Bessie May Harrell born in Goldsboro, Clarence Carson Harrell, born in Goldsboro, John Earl Harrell born in Goldsboro, Margaret Louise Harrell born in Rocky Mount, NC, Mattie Thelma Harrell born in Rocky Mount, NC, Jack B. Harrell born in Rocky Mount, NC, Roscoe Jackson Harrell born in Rocky Mount, NC and Grace Caroline Harrell born in Rocky Mount, NC. Any information on this family would be greatly appreciated. I have further info. on the children of John and Effie and am willing to share...
I am looking for info on Lewis Jernigan born 1853 in Wayne and father of Ira Jernigan born 1877. Also, looking for info on Alexander Sassar father of Mittie Pearl Sassar born 1886 and wife of Ira Jernigan. Both families are from Wayne.
CREECH, DALY Devereaux Creech (1830-1919), pioneer merchant of Goldsboro, married Anne Daly (b. 1831) of Lenoir County, NC. Anee was the daughter of Dennis John Daly (1787-1840/50) and Susan ___?___ (1791-1860/70). Does anyone know Susan's maiden name?
I am researching my great grandfather William Mann EATMAN born 15 Sep 1858 in Fremont, Nahunta District, Wayne County, NC. His parents were Bartis or Barter Eatman and Polly AYCOCK. They were married 6 Oct 1855 in Wayne County, NC. William is listed with his parents and brother David in the 1860 Wayne County, NC census. In the 1870 Wayne County census William and David were listed with their mother Polly who was listed as the head of household. I am looking for any information as to what happened to William's father, mother and brother. I am also looking for Bartis Eatman and Polly Aycock's ancestors. Ronald.Eatman-1@ksc.nasa.gov or eatmanr@juno.com
I'd like to contact someone with knowledge of Graves BRITT who made a deed to Thomas Britt of Sampson Co., N.C...Wayne Co., N.C. July 23, 1822 In N.C. Wills 1665-1900 Wayne Co. there was a Graves Britt pg. 164 1836 RD 7/196 AR I wonder if it was the same Graves Britt and if he was the son of William A. and Sara Futrell Britt? I am interested in the Thomas Britt also of Sampson Co., N.C. Please contact me at dgarr@flash.net..
I have been told there is a write up in the Wayne Co. Heritage Book on Thomas "Nature's Beauty" UZZELL (1715-1784) by a Lib UZZELL GRIFFIN. I was also told that it is along the same lines of a book on UZZELL Ancestry by Minter UZZELL. I would like to get in contact with someone familiar with this write up and sources given. If the information in Minter UZZELL"S book is correct, then Thomas is also my ancestor as I descend from Nancy UZZELL who married Stephen LASSITER and lived in Lenoir Co. from before 1790 until her death in 1838. I would like to find out more about the 3 children Nancy, Susanna and Isham said to be from Thomas and second wife Sarah Hines, widow of ___Herring. Any information will be appreciated.
Daughtry, George William - looking for decendants of, in the Goldsboro area. I have information to share and hope you would have same. George moved from Johnston County to Goldsboro in later 1800's. His father was from (originally) Sampson Co.
I'm searching for information on Alice Bass. She died in 1981. Her Father was Jesse Thomas Bass her mother Dora Waddell. Did they have any more children?? Alice married Andrew Jackson Any information? Did Jesse Bass remarry after or before Dora? If not who is Ida who is burried next to Jesse?
Want to find connecting families for Daniel Hedgpeth:(1740-1808) Dobbs and Wayne Cos.,NC. 1740-birth-ca. 1759-marriage-Ann BREWER, NC, ca 1759. *1761-child-John-born in Dobbs Co.,NC. 1763-child-Noah-born in Dobbs Co.,NC, ca 1763. 1765-child-Ann-born in Dobbs Co.,NC, ca 1765. 1767-child-Ezekiel-born in Dobbs Co.,NC, ca 1767. 1769-child-Core or Coor-born in Dobbs Co.,NC, ca 1769. 1769-Dobbs Co., NC, Taxpayer. 1775-2 Mar, Dobbs Co., NC, Patent 300a, Round Poscon Creek. 1779-Dobbs Co., NC, Taxpayer. 1779-Dobbs Co., NC, Voter.[Name spelled "Hodgpeth"]. 1779-
Looking for information on the Kornegay family from Mount Olive, NC. Grandmother was Winnie Mae Kornegay, her mother was Lillie Kornegay and Winnie's sister was Margaret Kornegay. Lillie and Winnie moved to New York in 1930s, I believe, and Margaret stayed in Mount Olive and married Shade Connor. They had a son, Sonny Connor. Winnie was born in 1911 and married Robert Harriston in the 1930s. Winnie Harriston had 5 children, Robert, Shirley, Kay Evelyn, Lillie, Lemuel and Jimmy (who died when a baby). Any information you can offer would be very helpful! Thank you!
Simeon LANGSTON - His will shows wife Anne. Sons: Kinyon, Graftin, Daniel and John. Daughters: Charity Lam. Executors: Wife and B. Herring. Witnesses: John Smith and William Elmore. Anyone know the parents of Simeon Langston?
I am researching John APPLEWHITE, who married Elizabeth WOODARD. Would also appreciate info on his son, John Applewhite, Jr.,. and wife, Penelope HANDLEY.
Looking for Martha Susan Thompson b 1/4/1849 Augusta Ga d 6/12/1930. Her parents were Jesse thompson and Molsey Ann Gibbs. Her childern were Stephen Hayes Thompson b 11/29/1866 Moore co NC d 10/26/1936, Parker Thompson b 9/22/1873 Moore co NC d 1/23/1960, Callie Donnie Thompson b 7/20/1876 Wayne co NC d 5/17/1949, Andrew Johnson Thompson b 8/20/1878 Wayne co NC d 2/9/1948 Kinston NC Westview cemetery, John William Thompson b 1/1/1883 Lenoir co NC. Can anyone expand on any of these people? Peggy
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