Joseph R. Tingler1

M, #8266, b. circa 1863, d. before 1880
FatherMichael Tingler b. circa 1816, d. 12 May 1898
MotherEmeline Rebecca Bradford b. circa 1829, d. 23 Dec 1871
Birth*circa 1863 Joseph was born at Craig Co, VA, circa 1863.1 
 He was the son of Michael Tingler and Emeline Rebecca Bradford
(Witness) Census30 Jun 1870 Joseph R. Tingler appeared on the census of 30 Jun 1870 in the household of Michael Tingler and Emeline Rebecca Bradford at New Castle Twp, Craig Co, VA.1 
Death*before 1880 Joseph died before 1880. 

Census Records Summary

DateCensus LocationHousehold Members
30 Jun 1870New Castle Twp, Craig Co, VAMichael Tingler, Emeline Rebecca Bradford, Nancy Jane Tingler, Sarah Arminta 'Minnie' Tingler, Margaret Ann Tingler, Mary Susan Tingler, Laura Jeanette 'Nettie' Tingler, Joseph R. Tingler and Elvira Frances 'Katie' Tingler1

Citations

  1. [S205] 1790-1950 U.S. Census, Population Schedule, online at ancestry.com.

Michael Tingler

M, #8270
Marriage* He married Ruth?

Family

Ruth?
Child

Ruth?

F, #8271
Marriage* She married Michael Tingler

Family

Michael Tingler
Child

James Chapman Simmons1

M, #8272, b. November 1847
Birth*Nov 1847 James was born at Giles Co, VA, in Nov 1847. Son of Wm M. & Elizabeth Simmons.2 
Marriage License19 Dec 1868 James applied for a marriage license to wed Eliza M. Tingler at Alleghany Co, VA, on 19 Dec 1868. 
Marriage*23 Dec 1868 He married Eliza M. Tingler at Alleghany Co, VA, on 23 Dec 1868.
J.C. Simmons, age 22, single, b. Giles Co, res. Alleghany Co, par. W.M. & E. Simmons, farmer; E.M. Tingler, age 19, single, b. Alleghany Co, res. Alleghany Co, par. J. & D. Tingler; md by J.B. Davis.3 
Employment*Aug 1870 Occupation: farm laborer in Aug 1870 at Boiling Spring Twp, Alleghany Co, VA.2 
Census*23 Aug 1870 James Chapman Simmons and Eliza M. Tingler appeared on the census as head of household at Boiling Spring Twp, Alleghany Co, VA, on 23 Aug 1870.2 
(informant) Death23 Feb 1874 James was informant for the death of Didamy Stull at Boiling Spring Dist, Alleghany Co, VA, on 23 Feb 1874.4 
(informant) Death11 Oct 1890 James was informant for the death of Anna Simmons at Potts Creek, Alleghany Co, VA, on 11 Oct 1890.4 
EmploymentJun 1900 Occupation: farmer in Jun 1900 at Boiling Spring Dist, Alleghany Co, VA.2 
Census14 Jun 1900 James Chapman Simmons and Eliza M. Tingler appeared on the census as head of household at Boiling Spring Dist, Alleghany Co, VA, on 14 Jun 1900.2 
Num Child*14 Jun 1900 James Chapman Simmons and Eliza M. Tingler had 11 children, with 9 living at the time of the census in 1900.2 

Census Records Summary

DateCensus LocationHousehold Members
23 Aug 1870Boiling Spring Twp, Alleghany Co, VAJames Chapman Simmons, Eliza M. Tingler and Elizabeth Jane Simmons2
14 Jun 1900Boiling Spring Dist, Alleghany Co, VAJames Chapman Simmons, Eliza M. Tingler, Paulina Ann Simmons, George Lewis Simmons, Joseph Levi Simmons, James Blain Simmons, Lydia F. Simmons, Nancy Ellen Simmons and John M. Simmons2

Family

Eliza M. Tingler b. Mar 1849
Marriage License19 Dec 1868 James applied for a marriage license to wed Eliza M. Tingler at Alleghany Co, VA, on 19 Dec 1868. 
Marriage*23 Dec 1868 He married Eliza M. Tingler at Alleghany Co, VA, on 23 Dec 1868.
J.C. Simmons, age 22, single, b. Giles Co, res. Alleghany Co, par. W.M. & E. Simmons, farmer; E.M. Tingler, age 19, single, b. Alleghany Co, res. Alleghany Co, par. J. & D. Tingler; md by J.B. Davis.3 
Children

Citations

  1. [S2836] VA Death Certificate online at ancestry.com,, Annie Catherine Simmons Carter.
  2. [S205] 1790-1950 U.S. Census, Population Schedule, online at ancestry.com.
  3. [S230] Marriages, Civil Records Ancestry.com. Virginia, U.S., Marriage Registers, 1853-1935 [database on-line]. Lehi, UT, USA: Ancestry.com Operations, Inc., 2022.
  4. [S229] Deaths, Civil Records Ancestry.com. Virginia, U.S., Death Registers, 1853-1911 [database on-line]. Lehi, UT, USA: Ancestry.com Operations, Inc., 2022.
  5. [S2674] Compiled online genealogy "Roots and Wings," Constance Bonnette, online at http://wc.rootsweb.ancestry.com/cgi-bin/igm.cgi, accessed Sept 2010.
  6. [S2836] VA Death Certificate online at ancestry.com,.
  7. [S205] 1790-1950 U.S. Census, Population Schedule, 1900 census, online at ancestry.com.
  8. [S2674] Compiled online genealogy Small Family Tree, owner ssutherland11, online at http://trees.ancestry.com/tree/6114800/person/-212293916/…, accessed Oct 2009.

Josephine Blaine 'Yosie' Wilson1

F, #8273, b. 12 July 1886, d. 24 July 1962
FatherThomas Madison Wilson b. 3 May 1856, d. 19 Dec 1921
MotherMartha E. Tingler b. circa 1854, d. between 1888 and 1892
Birth*12 Jul 1886 Josephine was born at Alleghany Co, VA, on 12 Jul 1886.2,3 
 She was the daughter of Thomas Madison Wilson and Martha E. Tingler
Marriage*29 Dec 1902 She married Walter Baxter Fridley at Alleghany Co, VA, on 29 Dec 1902.
Walter Baxter Fridley, age 22, single, b. Alleghany Co, VA, res. Alleghany Co, par. Wm H. and Laura Fridley, coal miner; Josie B. Wilson, age 16, single, b. Alleghany Co., res. Alleghany Co, par. T.M. and M.E. Wilson; md by L. L. Lloyd.3,4 
Census29 Apr 1910 Josephine Blaine 'Yosie' Wilson and Walter Baxter Fridley appeared on the census as head of household at Fayetteville Dist, Fayette Co, WV, on 29 Apr 1910.5 
Census3 Feb 1920 Josephine Blaine 'Yosie' Wilson and Walter Baxter Fridley appeared on the census as head of household at Concho, Fayette Co, WV, on 3 Feb 1920.5 
Census14 May 1930 Walter Baxter Fridley and Josephine Blaine 'Yosie' Wilson were listed as residents in the census report at Covington Dist, Alleghany Co, VA, on 14 May 1930. Boarders in the household of John H. & Punia L. Patterson. This entry is questionable: they are listed as Walter B. and Jocie B. Fridley, but ages given as 22 and 20 (actual 50 and 43).5 
Residence*1 Apr 1935 Walter Baxter Fridley and Josephine Blaine 'Yosie' Wilson resided at Covington, Alleghany Co, VA, on 1 Apr 1935.5 
Census*8 Apr 1940 She and Walter Baxter Fridley appeared on the census as head of household at Martha Washington Tourist Camp, Alexandria, VA, on 8 Apr 1940.5 
Residence*17 Jul 1954 Josephine Blaine 'Yosie' Wilson resided at Covington, Alleghany Co, VA, on 17 Jul 1954.6 
(informant) Death24 Oct 1957 Josephine was informant for the death of Walter Baxter Fridley at Alleghany Mem Hosp, Covington, Alleghany Co, VA, on 24 Oct 1957.2,7 
Residence24 Oct 1957 Josephine Blaine 'Yosie' Wilson resided at Covington, Alleghany Co, VA, on 24 Oct 1957.7 
Death*24 Jul 1962 Josephine died on 24 Jul 1962 at 541 E. Kline St, Covington, Alleghany Co, VA, at age 76. Died at the home of her daughter Beatrice Toombs.2,8 
Burial*26 Jul 1962 Her body was interred on 26 Jul 1962 at Low Moor, Alleghany Co, VA, at Alleghany Memorial Park.2,9 

Census Records Summary

DateCensus LocationHousehold Members
29 Apr 1910Fayetteville Dist, Fayette Co, WVWalter Baxter Fridley, Josephine Blaine 'Yosie' Wilson, Lilly Frances Fridley and Edith Beatrice Fridley5
3 Feb 1920Concho, Fayette Co, WVWalter Baxter Fridley, Josephine Blaine 'Yosie' Wilson, Edith Beatrice Fridley and Herbert Everett Fridley5
14 May 1930Covington Dist, Alleghany Co, VAWalter Baxter Fridley and Josephine Blaine 'Yosie' Wilson5
8 Apr 1940Martha Washington Tourist Camp, Alexandria, VAWalter Baxter Fridley, Josephine Blaine 'Yosie' Wilson, Herbert Everett Fridley, Ruby Virginia Bess and Jerry Wayne Fridley5

Family

Walter Baxter Fridley b. 1 Sep 1879, d. 24 Oct 1957
Marriage*29 Dec 1902 She married Walter Baxter Fridley at Alleghany Co, VA, on 29 Dec 1902.
Walter Baxter Fridley, age 22, single, b. Alleghany Co, VA, res. Alleghany Co, par. Wm H. and Laura Fridley, coal miner; Josie B. Wilson, age 16, single, b. Alleghany Co., res. Alleghany Co, par. T.M. and M.E. Wilson; md by L. L. Lloyd.3,4 
Children

Citations

  1. [S2684] WWI Draft Registration Cards, 1917-1918 (www.ancestry.com),.
  2. [S2836] VA Death Certificate online at ancestry.com,.
  3. [S230] Marriages, Civil Records Ancestry.com. Virginia, U.S., Marriage Registers, 1853-1935 [database on-line]. Lehi, UT, USA: Ancestry.com Operations, Inc., 2022.
  4. [S1291] Alleghany Marriages, Bk??, p. 81, Walter Baxter Fridley, age 22, b. Alleghany Co, VA, par: William H. and Laura Fridley, coal miner, by L. L. Lloyd. Josie B. Wilson, age 16, b. Alleghany Co., par: T.M. and M.E. Wilson.
  5. [S205] 1790-1950 U.S. Census, Population Schedule, online at ancestry.com.
  6. [S237] Obituary, Julia Wilson Bush, Clifton Forge (VA) Daily Review, Saturday, 17 July 1954.
  7. [S237] Obituary, Walter Baxter Fridley, Covington (VA) Virginian, Friday, 25 October 1957.
  8. [S237] Obituary, Yosie Wilson Fridley, Covington (VA) Virginian, Tuesday, 24 July 1962.
  9. [S237] Obituary, Yosie Wilson Fridley, Covington (VA) Virginian, Wednesday, 25 July 1962.

Jacob Hezekiah Wolfe

M, #8274, b. 22 March 1892, d. 3 June 1959
FatherIsaac A. Wolfe1 b. 11 Feb 1858
MotherDovie Alice Persinger1 b. circa 1864
Birth222 Mar 1884 Conflicting evidence states that Jacob was born at Alleghany Co, VA, on 22 Mar 1884.2 
Birth*22 Mar 1892 Jacob was born at Alleghany Co, VA, on 22 Mar 1892. 
 He was the son of Isaac A. Wolfe and Dovie Alice Persinger.1 
Marriage*Feb 1910 He married Virgie Alice Fridley at Fayette Co, WV, in Feb 1910.
Jacob H. Wolfe, age 23, single, b. VA, res. Page, par. Isaac & Dovie, driver; Virgie Alice Fridley, age 18, single, b. VA, res. Page, par. William & n/a. This entry contains only the license date of 1 February 1910, but not a marriage date nor the name of the performing minister. Was the license not returned?.3 
Employment*May 1910 Occupation: coal miner in May 1910 at Kincaid, Fayette Co, WV.4 
Census*4 May 1910 Jacob Hezekiah Wolfe and Virgie Alice Fridley appeared on the census as head of household at Kincaid, Fayette Co, WV, on 4 May 1910.4 
EmploymentSep 1918 Occupation: railroader in Sep 1918 at Princeton, Mercer Co, WV. Brakeman.2 
Mlt-Registration*11 Sep 1918 Jacob Hezekiah Wolfe registered for the draft on 11 Sep 1918 at Mercer Co, WV.2 
Residence*11 Sep 1918 Jacob Hezekiah Wolfe and Virgie Alice Fridley resided at 115 Kirk, Princeton, Mercer Co, WV, on 11 Sep 1918.2 
EmploymentJan 1920 Occupation: railroader in Jan 1920 at Princeton, Mercer Co, WV. Brakeman.4 
Census7 Jan 1920 Jacob Hezekiah Wolfe and Virgie Alice Fridley appeared on the census as head of household at 119 Kirk St, Princeton, Mercer Co, WV, on 7 Jan 1920.4 
Death*3 Jun 1959 Jacob died on 3 Jun 1959 at Rt 4, Covington, Alleghany Co, VA, at age 67.
Jacob's death certificate has his name as "John Lloyd Wolfe" but with the birth and death and parent details correct. Informant was S.R. Wolfe (son).5,6 
Burial*5 Jun 1959 His body was interred on 5 Jun 1959 at Jordan Mines, Alleghany Co, VA, at Lone Star Cem.5,6 

Census Records Summary

DateCensus LocationHousehold Members
4 May 1910Kincaid, Fayette Co, WVJacob Hezekiah Wolfe and Virgie Alice Fridley4
7 Jan 1920119 Kirk St, Princeton, Mercer Co, WVJacob Hezekiah Wolfe, Virgie Alice Fridley, Seldon Richard 'Pat' Wolfe, Meldon Mitchell Wolfe, Clara Edith Wolfe, Robert Silas Wolfe and Jesse Arnold Wolfe4

Family

Virgie Alice Fridley b. Apr 1891, d. 2 Aug 1923
Marriage*Feb 1910 He married Virgie Alice Fridley at Fayette Co, WV, in Feb 1910.
Jacob H. Wolfe, age 23, single, b. VA, res. Page, par. Isaac & Dovie, driver; Virgie Alice Fridley, age 18, single, b. VA, res. Page, par. William & n/a. This entry contains only the license date of 1 February 1910, but not a marriage date nor the name of the performing minister. Was the license not returned?.3 
Children

Citations

  1. [S2674] Compiled online genealogy "Descendants of John Wolfe," owner Louise M Perkins, online at http://familytreemaker.genealogy.com/users/p/e/r/…, accessed August 2014.
  2. [S2684] WWI Draft Registration Cards, 1917-1918 (www.ancestry.com),.
  3. [S2712] WV Marriages Fayette Co, WV.
  4. [S205] 1790-1950 U.S. Census, Population Schedule, online at ancestry.com.
  5. [S2836] VA Death Certificate online at ancestry.com,.
  6. [S2738] FindAGrave.com (findagrave.com), gravestone: Jacob H. Wolfe, online at https://www.findagrave.com/cgi-bin/fg.cgi, accessed March 2017.
  7. [S2683] WV Death Certificate online at www.wvculture.org,.

Margaret Gertrude Small1

F, #8275, b. 15 April 1898, d. 24 April 1946
Birth*15 Apr 1898 Margaret was born at Staunton, Augusta Co, VA, on 15 Apr 1898.2,3,4,5 
Marriage*9 Dec 1918 She married William Carl Fridley at Fayetteville, Fayette Co, WV, on 9 Dec 1918.
Wm Carl Fridley, age 21, single, b. Covington, VA, res. Minden, par. Wm H. & Nettie A., miner; Margaret G. Small, age 21, single, b. Staunton, VA, res. Minden, par. Geo A & Nancy J; md by C.A. Pickett at Fayetteville.5,6 
Census5 Jan 1920 Margaret Gertrude Small and William Carl Fridley appeared on the census as head of household at Clifftop, Fayette Co, WV, on 5 Jan 1920.6 
Census*1 May 1930 Margaret Gertrude Small and William Carl Fridley appeared on the census as head of household at Rock Lick, Fayette Co, WV, on 1 May 1930.6 
Residence*1 Apr 1935 William Carl Fridley and Margaret Gertrude Small resided at Rock Lick, Fayette Co, WV, on 1 Apr 1935.6 
Census23 May 1940 She and William Carl Fridley appeared on the census as head of household at Rock Lick, Fayette Co, WV, on 23 May 1940.6 
Residence*Apr 1946 Margaret Gertrude Small lived in Apr 1946 at Rock Lick, Fayette Co, WV.4 
Death*24 Apr 1946 Margaret died on 24 Apr 1946 at Oak Hill Hospital, Oak Hill, Fayette Co, WV, at age 48.2,4,3 
Burial*27 Apr 1946 Her body was interred on 27 Apr 1946 at Oak Hill, Fayette Co, WV, at High Lawn Memorial Park.2,4,3 

Census Records Summary

DateCensus LocationHousehold Members
5 Jan 1920Clifftop, Fayette Co, WVWilliam Carl Fridley and Margaret Gertrude Small6
1 May 1930Rock Lick, Fayette Co, WVWilliam Carl Fridley, Margaret Gertrude Small, Virginia Frances Fridley, Zela Geraldine Fridley and William Carl Fridley Jr6
23 May 1940Rock Lick, Fayette Co, WVWilliam Carl Fridley, Margaret Gertrude Small, William Carl Fridley Jr, Janice Lee Fridley and Rebecca Lou Fridley6

Family

William Carl Fridley b. 25 Dec 1895, d. 6 Mar 1952
Marriage*9 Dec 1918 She married William Carl Fridley at Fayetteville, Fayette Co, WV, on 9 Dec 1918.
Wm Carl Fridley, age 21, single, b. Covington, VA, res. Minden, par. Wm H. & Nettie A., miner; Margaret G. Small, age 21, single, b. Staunton, VA, res. Minden, par. Geo A & Nancy J; md by C.A. Pickett at Fayetteville.5,6 
Children

Citations

  1. [S2259] S/o Wm M & Elizabeth Simmons.
  2. [S2683] WV Death Certificate online at www.wvculture.org,.
  3. [S221] Fayette-Raleigh Genealogical Society., Fayette County Cemetery Records, Vol. II: Highlawn Memorial Park Cemetery (Fayette-Raleigh Genealogical Society, 2002),.
  4. [S237] Obituary, Margaret Fridley, Beckley (WV) Post-Herald, Friday, 26 April 1946.
  5. [S2712] WV Marriages Fayette Co, WV.
  6. [S205] 1790-1950 U.S. Census, Population Schedule, online at ancestry.com.
  7. [S237] Obituary, W.C. Fridley, Beckley (WV) Raleigh Register, Sunday, 9 March 1952.

Bertha Mae Pennington1

F, #8276, b. 15 February 1892, d. 2 November 1977
Birth*15 Feb 1892 Bertha was born at Robson, Fayette Co, WV, on 15 Feb 1892.2 
Marriage*16 Nov 1914 She married John Lewis Fridley at Kincaid, Fayette Co, WV, on 16 Nov 1914.
John Fridley, age 23, single, b. Alleghany Co, VA, res. Kincaid, par. W.H. & Lucy, miner; Bertha Pennington, age 22, single, b. Robson, res. Kincaid, par. Ward & Mary; md by E.G. McKinney at Kincaid.2,3,4 
Census19 Jan 1920 Bertha Mae Pennington and John Lewis Fridley appeared on the census as head of household at Page, Fayette Co, WV, on 19 Jan 1920.4 
Census*12 Apr 1930 Bertha Mae Pennington and John Lewis Fridley appeared on the census as head of household at Kanawha Dist, Fayette Co, WV, on 12 Apr 1930.4 
Census16 May 1940 Bertha Mae Pennington and John Lewis Fridley appeared on the census as head of household at Kincaid, Fayette Co, WV, on 16 May 1940.4 
Residence*27 Apr 1942 John Lewis Fridley and Bertha Mae Pennington resided at Kincaid, Fayette Co, WV, on 27 Apr 1942.5 
Census4 May 1950 She and John Lewis Fridley appeared on the census as head of household at Kincaid, Fayette Co, WV, on 4 May 1950.4 
(informant) Death26 May 1961 Bertha was informant for the death of John Lewis Fridley at Raleigh General Hosp, Beckley, Raleigh Co, WV, on 26 May 1961.6,7 
Residence*26 May 1961 Bertha Mae Pennington resided at Kincaid, Fayette Co, WV, on 26 May 1961.7 
Marriage*13 Aug 1966 She married Okey O. Lanham at Kincaid, Fayette Co, WV, on 13 Aug 1966.
Okey O. Lanham, age 73, widowed, b. Ripley, res. Robson, par. Jake & Liza; Bertha Mae Fridley, age 72, widowed, b. Robson, res. Kincaid, par. Warden & Mary [Pennington]; md by R. Kenneth Bond at Kincaid.2 
ResidenceNov 1977 Bertha Mae Pennington resided at Belva, Nicholas Co, WV, in Nov 1977.8 
Death*2 Nov 1977 Bertha died on 2 Nov 1977 at Montgomery General Hosp, Montgomery, Fayette Co, WV, at age 85.8 
Burial*5 Nov 1977 She was buried on 5 Nov 1977 at High Lawn Memorial Park, Oak Hill, Fayette Co, WV.8 

Census Records Summary

DateCensus LocationHousehold Members
19 Jan 1920Page, Fayette Co, WVJohn Lewis Fridley, Bertha Mae Pennington, Elzie Jack Fridley, Wilmer Lewis Fridley and Leona Maxine Fridley4
12 Apr 1930Kanawha Dist, Fayette Co, WVJohn Lewis Fridley, Bertha Mae Pennington, Wilmer Lewis Fridley, Leona Maxine Fridley, Kenneth Walter Fridley, Freda Ellen Fridley, Marcella Mae Fridley and Cecil Herman Fridley4
16 May 1940Kincaid, Fayette Co, WVJohn Lewis Fridley, Bertha Mae Pennington, Cecil Herman Fridley and Billie Carroll Fridley4
4 May 1950Kincaid, Fayette Co, WVJohn Lewis Fridley, Bertha Mae Pennington and Billie Carroll Fridley4

Family 1

John Lewis Fridley b. 14 May 1892, d. 26 May 1961
Marriage*16 Nov 1914 She married John Lewis Fridley at Kincaid, Fayette Co, WV, on 16 Nov 1914.
John Fridley, age 23, single, b. Alleghany Co, VA, res. Kincaid, par. W.H. & Lucy, miner; Bertha Pennington, age 22, single, b. Robson, res. Kincaid, par. Ward & Mary; md by E.G. McKinney at Kincaid.2,3,4 
Children

Family 2

Okey O. Lanham b. circa 1893
Marriage*13 Aug 1966 She married Okey O. Lanham at Kincaid, Fayette Co, WV, on 13 Aug 1966.
Okey O. Lanham, age 73, widowed, b. Ripley, res. Robson, par. Jake & Liza; Bertha Mae Fridley, age 72, widowed, b. Robson, res. Kincaid, par. Warden & Mary [Pennington]; md by R. Kenneth Bond at Kincaid.2 

Citations

  1. [S2259] S/o Wm M & Elizabeth Simmons.
  2. [S2712] WV Marriages Fayette Co, WV.
  3. [S1292] Sharon Cahoon, e-mail address, Aug 1997 email., has 16 Nov 1914.
  4. [S205] 1790-1950 U.S. Census, Population Schedule, online at ancestry.com.
  5. [S2696] WWII Draft Registration Cards, 1940-1947 (www.ancestry.com),.
  6. [S2683] WV Death Certificate online at www.wvculture.org,.
  7. [S237] Obituary, John Fridley, Beckley (WV) Post-Herald, Saturday, 27 May 1961.
  8. [S237] Obituary, Bertha M. Lanham, Charleston (WV) Gazette, Friday, 4 November 1977.

Annie Alifair Helmintoller

F, #8277, b. 8 September 1892, d. 31 July 1963
Jesse Lee & Annie Alifair (Helmintoller) Bowyer Humphries, Bowyer Cemetery, Potts Creek, Alleghany Co, VA
FatherHezekiah Jordan Helmintoller b. circa 1862
MotherJoanna Reynolds
Birth*8 Sep 1892 Annie was born at Alleghany Co, VA, on 8 Sep 1892.1,2,3 
 She was the daughter of Hezekiah Jordan Helmintoller and Joanna Reynolds
Marriage*6 Oct 1915 She married David Ottowa Bowyer at Alleghany Co, VA, on 6 Oct 1915.
David Ottoman Bowyer, age 24, single, b. Alleghany Co, res. Alleghany Co, par. J.W. & M.S. Bowyer, farming; Miss Annie Alifair Helmintoller, age 22, single, b. Alleghany Co, res. Alleghany Co, par. J.H. & J.A. Helmintoller; md by John B. Davis.4 
(Witness) Census9 Feb 1920 Annie Alifair Helmintoller appeared on the census of 9 Feb 1920 in the household of John William 'Jackson' Bowyer and Mary Susan Tingler at Potts Creek Rd, Boiling Spring Dist, Alleghany Co, VA.5 
Marriage*27 Sep 1922 She married Jesse Lee Humphries at Jordan Mines, Alleghany Co, VA, on 27 Sep 1922.
Jessie Lee Humphries, age 23, single, b. Alleghany Co, res. Jordan Mines, par. J.O. & Sarah Humphries, farming; Annie A. Bowyer, age 28, widowed, b. Alleghany Co, res. Jordan Mines, par. H.J. & Joanna Helmintoller; md by J.S. Bowman.4,5 
Census*4 Apr 1930 Annie Alifair Helmintoller and Jesse Lee Humphries appeared on the census as head of household at 1306 Temple St, Hinton, Summers Co, WV, on 4 Apr 1930.5 
Census24 Apr 1940 Annie Alifair Helmintoller and Jesse Lee Humphries appeared on the census as head of household at Hinton, Summers Co, WV, on 24 Apr 1940.5 
Death*31 Jul 1963 Annie died on 31 Jul 1963 at Hinton Hospital, Hinton, Summers Co, WV, at age 70.1,3 
Burial*3 Aug 1963 Her body was interred on 3 Aug 1963 at Potts Creek, Alleghany Co, VA, at Bowyer Cemetery.1,2,3 

Census Records Summary

DateCensus LocationHousehold Members
9 Feb 1920Potts Creek Rd, Boiling Spring Dist, Alleghany Co, VAJohn William 'Jackson' Bowyer, Mary Susan Tingler, David Ottowa Bowyer, Annie Alifair Helmintoller, Leo Marshall Bowyer and Roy Gordon Fridley5
4 Apr 19301306 Temple St, Hinton, Summers Co, WVJesse Lee Humphries, Annie Alifair Helmintoller, Kenneth Lee Humphries and Leo Marshall Bowyer5
24 Apr 1940Hinton, Summers Co, WVJesse Lee Humphries, Annie Alifair Helmintoller and Kenneth Lee Humphries5

Family 1

David Ottowa Bowyer b. 15 Aug 1891, d. 3 Dec 1921
Marriage*6 Oct 1915 She married David Ottowa Bowyer at Alleghany Co, VA, on 6 Oct 1915.
David Ottoman Bowyer, age 24, single, b. Alleghany Co, res. Alleghany Co, par. J.W. & M.S. Bowyer, farming; Miss Annie Alifair Helmintoller, age 22, single, b. Alleghany Co, res. Alleghany Co, par. J.H. & J.A. Helmintoller; md by John B. Davis.4 
Child

Family 2

Jesse Lee Humphries b. 5 May 1899, d. 16 Aug 1993
Marriage*27 Sep 1922 She married Jesse Lee Humphries at Jordan Mines, Alleghany Co, VA, on 27 Sep 1922.
Jessie Lee Humphries, age 23, single, b. Alleghany Co, res. Jordan Mines, par. J.O. & Sarah Humphries, farming; Annie A. Bowyer, age 28, widowed, b. Alleghany Co, res. Jordan Mines, par. H.J. & Joanna Helmintoller; md by J.S. Bowman.4,5 
Child
  • Kenneth Lee Humphries6

Citations

  1. [S2683] WV Death Certificate online at www.wvculture.org,.
  2. [S2673] Online cemetery transcription,, Bowyer Cemetery, Potts Creek, Alleghany Co, VA, online at http://www.bobsfam.com/humphries/cemetery/imagepages/…, accessed June 2012.
  3. [S237] Obituary, Annie Helmintoller Humphries, Covington (VA) Virginian, Friday, 2 August 1963.
  4. [S230] Marriages, Civil Records Ancestry.com. Virginia, U.S., Marriage Registers, 1853-1935 [database on-line]. Lehi, UT, USA: Ancestry.com Operations, Inc., 2022.
  5. [S205] 1790-1950 U.S. Census, Population Schedule, online at ancestry.com.
  6. [S2674] Compiled online genealogy Humphries Family, http://www.bobsfam.com/humptree/wga12.html#I1099, accessed June 2012.

Cora Leanna Bowyer1

F, #8278, b. 23 August 1883, d. 23 November 1947
FatherJohn William 'Jackson' Bowyer b. 28 May 1857, d. 17 Sep 1926
MotherMary Susan Tingler b. May 1857, d. 27 Jun 1938
Birth*23 Aug 1883 Cora was born at Alleghany Co, VA, on 23 Aug 1883.1,2 
 She was the daughter of John William 'Jackson' Bowyer and Mary Susan Tingler
BirthAug 1884 Cora was born at VA in Aug 1884.3 
(Witness) Census16 Jun 1900 She appeared on the census of 16 Jun 1900 in the household of John William 'Jackson' Bowyer and Mary Susan Tingler at Boiling Spring Dist, Alleghany Co, VA.4 
Marriage*28 Mar 1906 She married William Sampson Hepler at Alleghany Co, VA, on 28 Mar 1906.
William S. Hepler, age 26, b. Alleghany Co, res. Alleghany Co, par. D.B. & S.E. Hepler, farmer; Cora L. Bowyer, age 22, b. Alleghany Co, VA, res. Alleghany Co, par. J.W. & M.F. Bowyer; md by J.B. Davis.5,6 
Census*30 Apr 1910 Cora Leanna Bowyer and William Sampson Hepler appeared on the census as head of household at Boiling Spring Dist, Alleghany Co, VA, on 30 Apr 1910.4 
Residence*12 Sep 1918 William Sampson Hepler and Cora Leanna Bowyer resided at Jordan Mines, Alleghany Co, VA, on 12 Sep 1918.7 
Census9 Feb 1920 She and William Sampson Hepler appeared on the census as head of household at Potts Creek Rd, Boiling Spring Dist, Alleghany Co, VA, on 9 Feb 1920.4 
Census21 Apr 1930 Cora Leanna Bowyer and William Sampson Hepler appeared on the census as head of household at Amsterdam Dist, Botetourt Co, VA, on 21 Apr 1930.4 
(informant) Death8 Feb 1933 Cora was informant for the death of Virdie Gertrude Hepler at Amsterdam Dist, Botetourt Co, VA, on 8 Feb 1933.1 
Census1 Apr 1935 Cora Leanna Bowyer and William Sampson Hepler appeared on the census as head of household at Radford, Montgomery Co, VA, on 1 Apr 1935.4 
Residence*27 Jun 1938 Cora Leanna Bowyer resided at Fincastle, Botetourt Co, VA, on 27 Jun 1938.8 
Census1 May 1940 She and William Sampson Hepler appeared on the census as head of household at Amsterdam Dist, Botetourt Co, VA, on 1 May 1940.4 
Residence16 Sep 1940 Cora Leanna Bowyer resided at Fincastle, Botetourt Co, VA, on 16 Sep 1940.9 
Death*23 Nov 1947 Cora died on 23 Nov 1947 at Alleghany Co, VA, at age 64. Informant was Mrs. May Pierce, Rt 1, Covington.1 
Burial*25 Nov 1947 Her body was interred on 25 Nov 1947 at Potts Creek, Alleghany Co, VA, at Bowyer Cemetery.1 

Census Records Summary

DateCensus LocationHousehold Members
16 Jun 1900Boiling Spring Dist, Alleghany Co, VAJohn William 'Jackson' Bowyer, Mary Susan Tingler, Cora Leanna Bowyer, Ada Mabel Bowyer, Rosetta Landona 'Dona' Bowyer and David Ottowa Bowyer4
30 Apr 1910Boiling Spring Dist, Alleghany Co, VAWilliam Sampson Hepler, Cora Leanna Bowyer, Virdie Gertrude Hepler and Ida May Hepler4
9 Feb 1920Potts Creek Rd, Boiling Spring Dist, Alleghany Co, VAWilliam Sampson Hepler, Cora Leanna Bowyer, Virdie Gertrude Hepler, Ida May Hepler, Joseph Franklin Hepler and Mary Elizabeth Hepler4
21 Apr 1930Amsterdam Dist, Botetourt Co, VAWilliam Sampson Hepler, Cora Leanna Bowyer, Joseph Franklin Hepler, Mary Elizabeth Hepler, William Blain Hepler and Iva Pearl Hepler4
1 Apr 1935Radford, Montgomery Co, VAWilliam Sampson Hepler, Cora Leanna Bowyer and Iva Pearl Hepler4
1 May 1940Amsterdam Dist, Botetourt Co, VAWilliam Sampson Hepler, Cora Leanna Bowyer and Iva Pearl Hepler4

Family

William Sampson Hepler b. 18 Nov 1879, d. 16 Sep 1940
Marriage*28 Mar 1906 She married William Sampson Hepler at Alleghany Co, VA, on 28 Mar 1906.
William S. Hepler, age 26, b. Alleghany Co, res. Alleghany Co, par. D.B. & S.E. Hepler, farmer; Cora L. Bowyer, age 22, b. Alleghany Co, VA, res. Alleghany Co, par. J.W. & M.F. Bowyer; md by J.B. Davis.5,6 
Children

Citations

  1. [S2836] VA Death Certificate online at ancestry.com,.
  2. [S230] Marriages, Civil Records Ancestry.com. Virginia, Select Marriages, 1785-1940 [database on-line]. Provo, UT, USA: Ancestry.com Operations, Inc, 2014.
  3. [S205] 1790-1950 U.S. Census, Population Schedule, 1900 census, online at ancestry.com.
  4. [S205] 1790-1950 U.S. Census, Population Schedule, online at ancestry.com.
  5. [S230] Marriages, Civil Records Ancestry.com. Virginia, U.S., Marriage Registers, 1853-1935 [database on-line]. Lehi, UT, USA: Ancestry.com Operations, Inc., 2022.
  6. [S1292] Sharon Cahoon, e-mail address, Aug 1997 email.
  7. [S2684] WWI Draft Registration Cards, 1917-1918 (www.ancestry.com),.
  8. [S237] Obituary, Mary Susan Bowyer, Covington (VA) Virginian, Wednesday, 6 July 1938.
  9. [S237] Obituary, William Sampson Hepler, Clifton Forge (VA) Daily Review, Tuesday, 17 September 1940.

Ada Mabel Bowyer1

F, #8279, b. 10 December 1886, d. 30 May 1941
FatherJohn William 'Jackson' Bowyer b. 28 May 1857, d. 17 Sep 1926
MotherMary Susan Tingler b. May 1857, d. 27 Jun 1938
Birth*10 Dec 1886 Ada was born at Alleghany Co, VA, on 10 Dec 1886.2,3,4 
 She was the daughter of John William 'Jackson' Bowyer and Mary Susan Tingler
(Witness) Census16 Jun 1900 Ada Mabel Bowyer appeared on the census of 16 Jun 1900 in the household of John William 'Jackson' Bowyer and Mary Susan Tingler at Boiling Spring Dist, Alleghany Co, VA.5 
Marriage*13 Dec 1906 She married William Paris Bowling at Alleghany Co, VA, on 13 Dec 1906.
William P. Bolling, age 22, single, b. KY, res. Alleghany Co, par. Chas & D.E. Bowling, RR foreman; May Bell Bowyer, age 20, single, b. Alleghany Co, res. Alleghany Co, par. J.W. & M.S. Bowyer; md by Jno B. Davis.3,5 
Census4 May 1910 Ada Mabel Bowyer and William Paris Bowling appeared on the census as head of household at Buffalo Pct, Johnson Co, KY, on 4 May 1910.5 
Residence*12 Sep 1918 William Paris Bowling and Ada Mabel Bowyer resided at East Point, Johnson Co, KY, on 12 Sep 1918.6 
Census14 Jan 1920 She and William Paris Bowling appeared on the census as head of household at Auxier Pct, Floyd Co, KY, on 14 Jan 1920.5 
Census*12 Apr 1930 Ada Mabel Bowyer and William Paris Bowling appeared on the census as head of household at East Point Pct, Johnson Co, KY, on 12 Apr 1930.5 
Residence*27 Jun 1938 Ada Mabel Bowyer resided at East Point, Johnson Co, KY, on 27 Jun 1938.7 
Census5 Apr 1940 She and William Paris Bowling appeared on the census as head of household at Johnson Co, KY, on 5 Apr 1940.5 
Death*30 May 1941 Ada died on 30 May 1941 at Johnson Co, KY, at age 54. Died of acute nephritis.2 
Burial*2 Jun 1941 Her body was interred on 2 Jun 1941 at East Point, Johnson Co, KY.2 

Census Records Summary

DateCensus LocationHousehold Members
16 Jun 1900Boiling Spring Dist, Alleghany Co, VAJohn William 'Jackson' Bowyer, Mary Susan Tingler, Cora Leanna Bowyer, Ada Mabel Bowyer, Rosetta Landona 'Dona' Bowyer and David Ottowa Bowyer5
4 May 1910Buffalo Pct, Johnson Co, KYWilliam Paris Bowling, Ada Mabel Bowyer, Virgil Curtis Bowling and Mabel Bowling5
14 Jan 1920Auxier Pct, Floyd Co, KYWilliam Paris Bowling, Ada Mabel Bowyer, Virgil Curtis Bowling, Mabel Bowling, Mary Bowling, Virginia Bowling and David Howard Bowling5
12 Apr 1930East Point Pct, Johnson Co, KYWilliam Paris Bowling, Ada Mabel Bowyer, Virgil Curtis Bowling, Mabel Bowling, Mary Bowling, Virginia Bowling, David Howard Bowling and William Stewart Bowling5
5 Apr 1940Johnson Co, KYWilliam Paris Bowling, Ada Mabel Bowyer, Virginia Bowling and David Howard Bowling5

Family

William Paris Bowling b. 22 Feb 1883, d. 27 Sep 1972
Marriage*13 Dec 1906 She married William Paris Bowling at Alleghany Co, VA, on 13 Dec 1906.
William P. Bolling, age 22, single, b. KY, res. Alleghany Co, par. Chas & D.E. Bowling, RR foreman; May Bell Bowyer, age 20, single, b. Alleghany Co, res. Alleghany Co, par. J.W. & M.S. Bowyer; md by Jno B. Davis.3,5 
Children

Citations

  1. [S1285] Personal interview, Roy Gordon Fridley, c 1971.
  2. [S2814] KY Death Certificate online at ancestry.com,.
  3. [S230] Marriages, Civil Records Ancestry.com. Virginia, U.S., Marriage Registers, 1853-1935 [database on-line]. Lehi, UT, USA: Ancestry.com Operations, Inc., 2022.
  4. [S205] 1790-1950 U.S. Census, Population Schedule, 1900 census, online at ancestry.com.
  5. [S205] 1790-1950 U.S. Census, Population Schedule, online at ancestry.com.
  6. [S2684] WWI Draft Registration Cards, 1917-1918 (www.ancestry.com),.
  7. [S237] Obituary, Mary Susan Bowyer, Covington (VA) Virginian, Wednesday, 6 July 1938.

William Sampson Hepler1

M, #8280, b. 18 November 1879, d. 16 September 1940
FatherDouglas Blaine Hepler2 b. 9 Nov 1848, d. 7 Nov 1925
MotherSarah Elizabeth Armstrong2 b. circa 1860
Birth*18 Nov 1879 William was born at Alleghany Co, VA, on 18 Nov 1879.3,2,4 
 He was the son of Douglas Blaine Hepler and Sarah Elizabeth Armstrong.2 
(Witness) Census28 Jun 1880 William Sampson Hepler appeared on the census of 28 Jun 1880 in the household of Douglas Blaine Hepler and Sarah Elizabeth Armstrong at Boiling Spring Dist, Alleghany Co, VA.2 
(Witness) Census13 Jun 1900 William Sampson Hepler appeared on the census of 13 Jun 1900 in the household of Douglas Blaine Hepler and Sarah Elizabeth Armstrong at Boiling Spring Dist, Alleghany Co, VA.5 
Marriage*28 Mar 1906 He married Cora Leanna Bowyer at Alleghany Co, VA, on 28 Mar 1906.
William S. Hepler, age 26, b. Alleghany Co, res. Alleghany Co, par. D.B. & S.E. Hepler, farmer; Cora L. Bowyer, age 22, b. Alleghany Co, VA, res. Alleghany Co, par. J.W. & M.F. Bowyer; md by J.B. Davis.6,7 
Employment*Apr 1910 Occupation: farmer in Apr 1910 at Boiling Spring Dist, Alleghany Co, VA.2 
Census*30 Apr 1910 William Sampson Hepler and Cora Leanna Bowyer appeared on the census as head of household at Boiling Spring Dist, Alleghany Co, VA, on 30 Apr 1910.2 
(employer) EmploymentJun 1917 He employed an unknown person at Jordan Mines, Alleghany Co, VA, Jun 1917.3 
EmploymentSep 1918 Occupation: lumber mill worker in Sep 1918 at Jordan Mines, Alleghany Co, VA.3 
Mlt-Registration*12 Sep 1918 William Sampson Hepler registered for the draft on 12 Sep 1918 at Alleghany Co, VA.3 
Residence*12 Sep 1918 William Sampson Hepler and Cora Leanna Bowyer resided at Jordan Mines, Alleghany Co, VA, on 12 Sep 1918.3 
EmploymentFeb 1920 Occupation: janitor in Feb 1920 at Boiling Spring Dist, Alleghany Co, VA. Lumbermill.2 
Census9 Feb 1920 William Sampson Hepler and Cora Leanna Bowyer appeared on the census as head of household at Potts Creek Rd, Boiling Spring Dist, Alleghany Co, VA, on 9 Feb 1920.2 
EmploymentApr 1930 Occupation: farmer in Apr 1930 at Amsterdam Dist, Botetourt Co, VA.2 
Census21 Apr 1930 William Sampson Hepler and Cora Leanna Bowyer appeared on the census as head of household at Amsterdam Dist, Botetourt Co, VA, on 21 Apr 1930.2 
Census1 Apr 1935 William Sampson Hepler and Cora Leanna Bowyer appeared on the census as head of household at Radford, Montgomery Co, VA, on 1 Apr 1935.2 
EmploymentMay 1940 Occupation: farmer in May 1940 at Amsterdam Dist, Botetourt Co, VA.2 
Census1 May 1940 William Sampson Hepler and Cora Leanna Bowyer appeared on the census as head of household at Amsterdam Dist, Botetourt Co, VA, on 1 May 1940.2 
Death*16 Sep 1940 William died on 16 Sep 1940 at Lewis Gale Hosp, Roanoke, VA, at age 60. Died from head and chest injuries received in collision betwen auto and street car in Roanoke.8 
Burial*18 Sep 1940 His body was interred on 18 Sep 1940 at Potts Creek, Alleghany Co, VA, at Bowyer Cemetery.9,8 

Census Records Summary

DateCensus LocationHousehold Members
28 Jun 1880Boiling Spring Dist, Alleghany Co, VADouglas Blaine Hepler, Sarah Elizabeth Armstrong, John T. Hepler, Melcena B. Hepler and William Sampson Hepler2
13 Jun 1900Boiling Spring Dist, Alleghany Co, VADouglas Blaine Hepler, Sarah Elizabeth Armstrong, William Sampson Hepler, Rudolphus Lee Hepler, Annie R. Hepler, Russell T. Hepler, Lelia E. Hepler, Abby Florence Hepler and Samantha H. Hepler5
30 Apr 1910Boiling Spring Dist, Alleghany Co, VAWilliam Sampson Hepler, Cora Leanna Bowyer, Virdie Gertrude Hepler and Ida May Hepler2
9 Feb 1920Potts Creek Rd, Boiling Spring Dist, Alleghany Co, VAWilliam Sampson Hepler, Cora Leanna Bowyer, Virdie Gertrude Hepler, Ida May Hepler, Joseph Franklin Hepler and Mary Elizabeth Hepler2
21 Apr 1930Amsterdam Dist, Botetourt Co, VAWilliam Sampson Hepler, Cora Leanna Bowyer, Joseph Franklin Hepler, Mary Elizabeth Hepler, William Blain Hepler and Iva Pearl Hepler2
1 Apr 1935Radford, Montgomery Co, VAWilliam Sampson Hepler, Cora Leanna Bowyer and Iva Pearl Hepler2
1 May 1940Amsterdam Dist, Botetourt Co, VAWilliam Sampson Hepler, Cora Leanna Bowyer and Iva Pearl Hepler2

Family

Cora Leanna Bowyer b. 23 Aug 1883, d. 23 Nov 1947
Marriage*28 Mar 1906 He married Cora Leanna Bowyer at Alleghany Co, VA, on 28 Mar 1906.
William S. Hepler, age 26, b. Alleghany Co, res. Alleghany Co, par. D.B. & S.E. Hepler, farmer; Cora L. Bowyer, age 22, b. Alleghany Co, VA, res. Alleghany Co, par. J.W. & M.F. Bowyer; md by J.B. Davis.6,7 
Children

Citations

  1. [S2259] S/o Wm M & Elizabeth Simmons.
  2. [S205] 1790-1950 U.S. Census, Population Schedule, online at ancestry.com.
  3. [S2684] WWI Draft Registration Cards, 1917-1918 (www.ancestry.com),.
  4. [S230] Marriages, Civil Records Ancestry.com. Virginia, Select Marriages, 1785-1940 [database on-line]. Provo, UT, USA: Ancestry.com Operations, Inc, 2014.
  5. [S205] 1790-1950 U.S. Census, Population Schedule, 1900 census, online at ancestry.com.
  6. [S230] Marriages, Civil Records Ancestry.com. Virginia, U.S., Marriage Registers, 1853-1935 [database on-line]. Lehi, UT, USA: Ancestry.com Operations, Inc., 2022.
  7. [S1292] Sharon Cahoon, e-mail address, Aug 1997 email.
  8. [S2836] VA Death Certificate online at ancestry.com,.
  9. [S237] Obituary, William Sampson Hepler, Clifton Forge (VA) Daily Review, Tuesday, 17 September 1940.

William Paris Bowling1

M, #8281, b. 22 February 1883, d. 27 September 1972
Birth*22 Feb 1883 William was born at Morgan Co, KY, on 22 Feb 1883.2,1,3 
Marriage*13 Dec 1906 He married Ada Mabel Bowyer at Alleghany Co, VA, on 13 Dec 1906.
William P. Bolling, age 22, single, b. KY, res. Alleghany Co, par. Chas & D.E. Bowling, RR foreman; May Bell Bowyer, age 20, single, b. Alleghany Co, res. Alleghany Co, par. J.W. & M.S. Bowyer; md by Jno B. Davis.4,3 
EmploymentMay 1910 Occupation: farmer in May 1910 at Buffalo Pct, Johnson Co, KY.3 
Census4 May 1910 William Paris Bowling and Ada Mabel Bowyer appeared on the census as head of household at Buffalo Pct, Johnson Co, KY, on 4 May 1910.3 
EmploymentSep 1918 Occupation: coal miner in Sep 1918 at East Point, Johnson Co, KY. Big Sandy & Millers Creek Coal Co.1 
Mlt-Registration*12 Sep 1918 William Paris Bowling registered for the draft on 12 Sep 1918 at Johnson Co, KY.1 
Residence*12 Sep 1918 William Paris Bowling and Ada Mabel Bowyer resided at East Point, Johnson Co, KY, on 12 Sep 1918.1 
EmploymentJan 1920 Occupation: farmer in Jan 1920 at Auxier Pct, Floyd Co, KY.3 
Census14 Jan 1920 William Paris Bowling and Ada Mabel Bowyer appeared on the census as head of household at Auxier Pct, Floyd Co, KY, on 14 Jan 1920.3 
Employment*Apr 1930 Occupation: coal miner in Apr 1930 at East Point Pct, Johnson Co, KY.3 
Census*12 Apr 1930 William Paris Bowling and Ada Mabel Bowyer appeared on the census as head of household at East Point Pct, Johnson Co, KY, on 12 Apr 1930.3 
(informant) Death27 Jun 1938 William was informant for the death of Mary Susan Tingler at East Point, Johnson Co, KY, on 27 Jun 1938.5,6 
Residence*27 Jun 1938 William Paris Bowling lived on 27 Jun 1938 at East Point, Johnson Co, KY.7 
EmploymentApr 1940 Occupation: farmer in Apr 1940 at Johnson Co, KY.3 
Census5 Apr 1940 He and Ada Mabel Bowyer appeared on the census as head of household at Johnson Co, KY, on 5 Apr 1940.3 
(informant) Death30 May 1941 William was informant for the death of Ada Mabel Bowyer at Johnson Co, KY, on 30 May 1941.5 
Marriage* He married Mildred L. Smith.8 
EmploymentApr 1942 William's occupation: Unemployed at East Point, Johnson Co, KY, in Apr 1942.2 
Residence27 Apr 1942 He resided at East Point, Johnson Co, KY, on 27 Apr 1942.2 
Mlt-Registration27 Apr 1942 He registered for the draft on 27 Apr 1942 at Johnson Co, KY.2 
Residence17 Jul 1943 He resided at Decota, Kanawha Co, WV, on 17 Jul 1943.9 
Census*4 Apr 1950 He and Mildred L. Smith appeared on the census as head of household at Johnson Co, KY, on 4 Apr 1950. Also enumerated in this household was Patricia Ann Bowling, step-daughter, age 9, b. KY.3 
Death*27 Sep 1972 William died on 27 Sep 1972 at Grundy hospital, Grundy, Buchanan Co, VA, at age 89.10 
Burial* His body was interred at Paintsville, Johnson Co, KY, at Richmond Cem.10 

Census Records Summary

DateCensus LocationHousehold Members
4 May 1910Buffalo Pct, Johnson Co, KYWilliam Paris Bowling, Ada Mabel Bowyer, Virgil Curtis Bowling and Mabel Bowling3
14 Jan 1920Auxier Pct, Floyd Co, KYWilliam Paris Bowling, Ada Mabel Bowyer, Virgil Curtis Bowling, Mabel Bowling, Mary Bowling, Virginia Bowling and David Howard Bowling3
12 Apr 1930East Point Pct, Johnson Co, KYWilliam Paris Bowling, Ada Mabel Bowyer, Virgil Curtis Bowling, Mabel Bowling, Mary Bowling, Virginia Bowling, David Howard Bowling and William Stewart Bowling3
5 Apr 1940Johnson Co, KYWilliam Paris Bowling, Ada Mabel Bowyer, Virginia Bowling and David Howard Bowling3
4 Apr 1950Johnson Co, KYWilliam Paris Bowling, Mildred L. Smith, Henry Logan Bowling, Julius Bowling, Demart Bowling and Edgar Bowling3

Family 1

Ada Mabel Bowyer b. 10 Dec 1886, d. 30 May 1941
Marriage*13 Dec 1906 He married Ada Mabel Bowyer at Alleghany Co, VA, on 13 Dec 1906.
William P. Bolling, age 22, single, b. KY, res. Alleghany Co, par. Chas & D.E. Bowling, RR foreman; May Bell Bowyer, age 20, single, b. Alleghany Co, res. Alleghany Co, par. J.W. & M.S. Bowyer; md by Jno B. Davis.4,3 
Children

Family 2

Mildred L. Smith b. 3 Feb 1915, d. 19 Feb 1966
Marriage* He married Mildred L. Smith.8 
Children
  • Henry Logan Bowling3
  • Julius Bowling3
  • Demart Bowling3
  • Edgar Bowling3

Citations

  1. [S2684] WWI Draft Registration Cards, 1917-1918 (www.ancestry.com),.
  2. [S2696] WWII Draft Registration Cards, 1940-1947 (www.ancestry.com),.
  3. [S205] 1790-1950 U.S. Census, Population Schedule, online at ancestry.com.
  4. [S230] Marriages, Civil Records Ancestry.com. Virginia, U.S., Marriage Registers, 1853-1935 [database on-line]. Lehi, UT, USA: Ancestry.com Operations, Inc., 2022.
  5. [S2814] KY Death Certificate online at ancestry.com,.
  6. [S237] Obituary, Mary Susan Bowyer, Covington (VA) Virginian, Wednesday, 6 July 1938.
  7. [S2700] Ancestry.com, Kentucky Death Records (1852-1953), Mary Susan Bowyer.
  8. [S2836] VA Death Certificate online at ancestry.com,, William Paris Bowling.
  9. [S2696] WWII Draft Registration Cards, 1940-1947 (www.ancestry.com), William Stewart Bowling.
  10. [S2836] VA Death Certificate online at ancestry.com,.

Eleanor Frances 'Nora' Lavender1,2,3

F, #8282, b. 17 July 1889, d. 8 May 1971
FatherByrd Fleming 'Flem' Lavender b. Jan 1857, d. 18 Apr 1910
MotherMelissa Catherine Tingler b. 23 Dec 1870, d. 23 Oct 1938
Birth*17 Jul 1889 Eleanor was born at Covington, Alleghany Co, VA, on 17 Jul 1889.1,3,2 
 She was the daughter of Byrd Fleming 'Flem' Lavender and Melissa Catherine Tingler
(Witness) Census7 Jun 1900 Eleanor Frances 'Nora' Lavender appeared on the census of 7 Jun 1900 in the household of Byrd Fleming 'Flem' Lavender and Melissa Catherine Tingler at Covington Dist, Alleghany Co, VA.2 
Marriage*30 Jan 1910 She married Frank Barker at Fire Creek, Fayette Co, WV, on 30 Jan 1910.
Frank Barker, age 26, single, b. OH, res. Fire Creek, par. Elmer & Sallie, miner; Nora Lavender, age 21, single, b. VA, res. Fire Creek, par. Flim & Malissa; md by S.J. Thomas at Fire Creek.4,2 
Num Child*28 Apr 1910 Eleanor Frances 'Nora' Lavender and Frank Barker had 0 children, with 0 living at the time of the census in 1910.2 
Census28 Apr 1910 Eleanor Frances 'Nora' Lavender and Frank Barker appeared on the census as head of household at Arbuckle Road, Fayetteville Dist, Fayette Co, WV, on 28 Apr 1910.2 
Residence*12 Sep 1918 Frank Barker and Eleanor Frances 'Nora' Lavender resided at Gallagher, Kanawha Co, WV, on 12 Sep 1918.5 
Census*6 Jan 1920 She and Frank Barker appeared on the census as head of household at Cabin Creek Dist, Kanawha Co, WV, on 6 Jan 1920.2 
(Witness) Census29 Apr 1930 Eleanor Frances 'Nora' Lavender appeared on the census of 29 Apr 1930 in the household of Benjamin Franklin Lavender and Margaret L. Persinger at Main St, Oak Hill, Fayette Co, WV.2 
Residence23 Oct 1938 Eleanor Frances 'Nora' Lavender resided at Oak Hill, Fayette Co, WV, on 23 Oct 1938.6 
(Witness) Census16 Apr 1940 She appeared on the census of 16 Apr 1940 in the household of Arnold Franklin Barker and Virginia Frances Fridley at Oak Hill, Fayette Co, WV.2 
Residence10 Feb 1947 Eleanor Frances 'Nora' Lavender resided at Bluefield, Tazewell Co, VA, on 10 Feb 1947.7 
Residence16 Jan 1954 She resided at VA on 16 Jan 1954.8 
Residence14 Mar 1958 She resided at Bluefield, Tazewell Co, VA, on 14 Mar 1958.9 
Residence*May 1971 She resided at Bluefield, Tazewell Co, VA, in May 1971.3 
Death*8 May 1971 Eleanor died on 8 May 1971 at St Lukes Hospital, Bluefield, Mercer Co, WV, at age 81.3,10 
Burial*10 May 1971 Her body was interred on 10 May 1971 at Bluefield, Tazewell Co, VA, at Grandview Gardens.3,10 

Census Records Summary

DateCensus LocationHousehold Members
7 Jun 1900Covington Dist, Alleghany Co, VAByrd Fleming 'Flem' Lavender, Melissa Catherine Tingler, Eleanor Frances 'Nora' Lavender, Nellie Blye Lavender, Fanny Ross Lavender, Callie St Clair Lavender, Benjamin Franklin Lavender and Clyde Sanford Lavender2
28 Apr 1910Arbuckle Road, Fayetteville Dist, Fayette Co, WVFrank Barker, Eleanor Frances 'Nora' Lavender and Callie St Clair Lavender2
6 Jan 1920Cabin Creek Dist, Kanawha Co, WVFrank Barker, Eleanor Frances 'Nora' Lavender, Arnold Franklin Barker, Clyde Lee Barker, Elmer Barker and Edith B. Barker2
29 Apr 1930Main St, Oak Hill, Fayette Co, WVBenjamin Franklin Lavender, Margaret L. Persinger, Clyde Sanford Lavender, Sadie Drusella Lavender, Benjamin Franklin Lavender Jr, Arretta Mae Lavender, Sylvia Eleanora Lavender, Eleanor Frances 'Nora' Lavender, Clyde Lee Barker, Edith B. Barker and James Edward Barker2
16 Apr 1940Oak Hill, Fayette Co, WVArnold Franklin Barker, Virginia Frances Fridley, Eleanor Frances 'Nora' Lavender and James Edward Barker2

Family

Frank Barker b. 22 Aug 1881, d. 31 Dec 1935
Marriage*30 Jan 1910 She married Frank Barker at Fire Creek, Fayette Co, WV, on 30 Jan 1910.
Frank Barker, age 26, single, b. OH, res. Fire Creek, par. Elmer & Sallie, miner; Nora Lavender, age 21, single, b. VA, res. Fire Creek, par. Flim & Malissa; md by S.J. Thomas at Fire Creek.4,2 
Children

Citations

  1. [S235] Births, Civil Records Ancestry.com. Virginia, U.S., Birth Records, 1912-2015, Delayed Birth Records, 1721-1920 [database on-line]. Lehi, UT, USA: Ancestry.com Operations, Inc., 2015.
  2. [S205] 1790-1950 U.S. Census, Population Schedule, online at ancestry.com.
  3. [S2683] WV Death Certificate online at www.wvculture.org,.
  4. [S2712] WV Marriages Fayette Co, WV.
  5. [S2684] WWI Draft Registration Cards, 1917-1918 (www.ancestry.com),.
  6. [S237] Obituary, Malisse C. Bess, Covington (VA) Virginian, Monday, 24 October 1938.
  7. [S237] Obituary, Fannie Snyder, Covington (VA) Virginian, Tuesday, 11 February 1947.
  8. [S237] Obituary, Clyde Lavender, Dayton (OH) Daily News, Sunday, 17 January 1954.
  9. [S237] Obituary, Benjamin F. Lavender, Covington (VA) Virginian, Wednesday, 19 March 1958.
  10. [S237] Obituary, Nora Frances Barker, Bluefield (WV) Daily Telegraph, Sunday, 9 May 1971.

Nellie Blye Lavender1,2

F, #8283, b. 12 March 1891, d. 7 June 1963
FatherByrd Fleming 'Flem' Lavender b. Jan 1857, d. 18 Apr 1910
MotherMelissa Catherine Tingler b. 23 Dec 1870, d. 23 Oct 1938
Birth*12 Mar 1891 Nellie was born at Alleghany Co, VA, on 12 Mar 1891.3,4 
 She was the daughter of Byrd Fleming 'Flem' Lavender and Melissa Catherine Tingler
(Witness) Census7 Jun 1900 Nellie Blye Lavender appeared on the census of 7 Jun 1900 in the household of Byrd Fleming 'Flem' Lavender and Melissa Catherine Tingler at Covington Dist, Alleghany Co, VA.1 
(Witness) Census20 Apr 1910 Nellie Blye Lavender appeared on the census of 20 Apr 1910 in the household of William McKinley Kimberlin and Mary Jane Byer at Covington Dist, Alleghany Co, VA.1 
Marriage*25 Jul 1910 She married William Lorenzo Kimberlin at Alleghany Co, VA, on 25 Jul 1910.
William Kimberlin, age 24, single, b. Alleghany Co, par. Wm M. & Mary J. Kimberlin; Nellie B. Lavender, age 20, single, b. Alleghany Co, par. William & L.M.C. Lavender.4 
Residence*12 Sep 1918 William Lorenzo Kimberlin and Nellie Blye Lavender resided at Covington, Alleghany Co, VA, on 12 Sep 1918.5 
Census9 Mar 1920 She and William Lorenzo Kimberlin appeared on the census as head of household at Covington, Alleghany Co, VA, on 9 Mar 1920.1 
Census*9 May 1930 Nellie Blye Lavender and William Lorenzo Kimberlin appeared on the census as head of household at Boiling Spring Dist, Alleghany Co, VA, on 9 May 1930.1 
Residence*23 Oct 1938 Nellie Blye Lavender resided at White Rock Gap, Alleghany Co, VA, on 23 Oct 1938.6 
Census23 Apr 1940 She and William Lorenzo Kimberlin appeared on the census as head of household at Rich Patch, Alleghany Co, VA, on 23 Apr 1940.1 
Residence27 Apr 1942 William Lorenzo Kimberlin and Nellie Blye Lavender resided at Low Moor, Alleghany Co, VA, on 27 Apr 1942.7 
Residence10 Feb 1947 She resided at Low Moor, Alleghany Co, VA, on 10 Feb 1947.8 
Census12 Apr 1950 She and William Lorenzo Kimberlin appeared on the census as head of household at Clifton Dist, Alleghany Co, VA, on 12 Apr 1950.1 
Residence3 Oct 1950 William Lorenzo Kimberlin and Nellie Blye Lavender resided at Low Moor, Alleghany Co, VA, on 3 Oct 1950.9 
Residence16 Jan 1954 She resided at VA on 16 Jan 1954.10 
Residence14 Mar 1958 She resided at Rich Patch, Alleghany Co, VA, on 14 Mar 1958.11 
Death*7 Jun 1963 Nellie died on 7 Jun 1963 at C&O Hospital, Clifton Forge, Alleghany Co, VA, at age 72.3 
Burial* Her body was interred at Low Moor, Alleghany Co, VA, at Sunrise Cem.3 

Census Records Summary

DateCensus LocationHousehold Members
7 Jun 1900Covington Dist, Alleghany Co, VAByrd Fleming 'Flem' Lavender, Melissa Catherine Tingler, Eleanor Frances 'Nora' Lavender, Nellie Blye Lavender, Fanny Ross Lavender, Callie St Clair Lavender, Benjamin Franklin Lavender and Clyde Sanford Lavender1
20 Apr 1910Covington Dist, Alleghany Co, VAWilliam McKinley Kimberlin, Mary Jane Byer, William Lorenzo Kimberlin, Sarah Emma Kimberlin, Lela Frances 'Fanny' Kimberlin, Jesse O. Kimberlin, Robert S. Kimberlin, Mary Kimberlin, Henry Kimberlin, George Marion Fridley and Nellie Blye Lavender1
9 Mar 1920Covington, Alleghany Co, VAWilliam Lorenzo Kimberlin, Nellie Blye Lavender, David Howard Kimberlin, Ruby Payne Kimberlin, Arthur Sullivan Kimberlin Sr and Lena Adele Kimberlin1
9 May 1930Boiling Spring Dist, Alleghany Co, VAWilliam Lorenzo Kimberlin, Nellie Blye Lavender, David Howard Kimberlin, Ruby Payne Kimberlin, Arthur Sullivan Kimberlin Sr, Lena Adele Kimberlin, Doris Elaine Kimberlin, Nellie Kathleen Kimberlin, Norman Earnway Kimberlin, George Edward Kimberlin and Albert Roy Tingler1
23 Apr 1940Rich Patch, Alleghany Co, VAWilliam Lorenzo Kimberlin, Nellie Blye Lavender, Nellie Kathleen Kimberlin, Norman Earnway Kimberlin, George Edward Kimberlin and Arthur Sullivan Kimberlin Sr1
12 Apr 1950Clifton Dist, Alleghany Co, VAWilliam Lorenzo Kimberlin, Nellie Blye Lavender and Margaret Jane Kimberlin1

Family

William Lorenzo Kimberlin b. 14 May 1886, d. 20 Dec 1976
Marriage*25 Jul 1910 She married William Lorenzo Kimberlin at Alleghany Co, VA, on 25 Jul 1910.
William Kimberlin, age 24, single, b. Alleghany Co, par. Wm M. & Mary J. Kimberlin; Nellie B. Lavender, age 20, single, b. Alleghany Co, par. William & L.M.C. Lavender.4 
Children

Citations

  1. [S205] 1790-1950 U.S. Census, Population Schedule, online at ancestry.com.
  2. [S2684] WWI Draft Registration Cards, 1917-1918 (www.ancestry.com), William Kimberlin.
  3. [S2836] VA Death Certificate online at ancestry.com,.
  4. [S230] Marriages, Civil Records Ancestry.com. Virginia, Select Marriages, 1785-1940 [database on-line]. Provo, UT, USA: Ancestry.com Operations, Inc, 2014.
  5. [S2684] WWI Draft Registration Cards, 1917-1918 (www.ancestry.com),.
  6. [S237] Obituary, Malisse C. Bess, Covington (VA) Virginian, Monday, 24 October 1938.
  7. [S2696] WWII Draft Registration Cards, 1940-1947 (www.ancestry.com),.
  8. [S237] Obituary, Fannie Snyder, Covington (VA) Virginian, Tuesday, 11 February 1947.
  9. [S237] Obituary, Ruby Payne Tingler, Covington (VA) Virginian, Wednesday, 4 October 1950.
  10. [S237] Obituary, Clyde Lavender, Dayton (OH) Daily News, Sunday, 17 January 1954.
  11. [S237] Obituary, Benjamin F. Lavender, Covington (VA) Virginian, Wednesday, 19 March 1958.

Fanny Ross Lavender1

F, #8284, b. August 1892, d. 10 February 1947
FatherByrd Fleming 'Flem' Lavender b. Jan 1857, d. 18 Apr 1910
MotherMelissa Catherine Tingler b. 23 Dec 1870, d. 23 Oct 1938
Birth*Aug 1892 Fanny was born at VA in Aug 1892.2 
 She was the daughter of Byrd Fleming 'Flem' Lavender and Melissa Catherine Tingler
(Witness) Census7 Jun 1900 Fanny Ross Lavender appeared on the census of 7 Jun 1900 in the household of Byrd Fleming 'Flem' Lavender and Melissa Catherine Tingler at Covington Dist, Alleghany Co, VA.2 
(Witness) Census27 Apr 1910 Fanny Ross Lavender appeared on the census of 27 Apr 1910 in the household of Melissa Catherine Tingler at Fire Creek, Fayette Co, WV.2 
Residence*23 Oct 1938 Fanny Ross Lavender resided at Charleston, Kanawha Co, WV, on 23 Oct 1938. "Mrs. Fannie Lushbaugh".3 
Marriage* She married Sam Snyder.4 
Death*10 Feb 1947 Fanny died on 10 Feb 1947 at Low Moor, Alleghany Co, VA, at age 54. Died at the home of her sister Nellie Lavender Kimberlin.5,6 
Burial*12 Feb 1947 Her body was interred on 12 Feb 1947 at Covington, Alleghany Co, VA, at Cedar Hill Cem.5,6 

Census Records Summary

DateCensus LocationHousehold Members
7 Jun 1900Covington Dist, Alleghany Co, VAByrd Fleming 'Flem' Lavender, Melissa Catherine Tingler, Eleanor Frances 'Nora' Lavender, Nellie Blye Lavender, Fanny Ross Lavender, Callie St Clair Lavender, Benjamin Franklin Lavender and Clyde Sanford Lavender2
27 Apr 1910Fire Creek, Fayette Co, WVMelissa Catherine Tingler, Fanny Ross Lavender, Callie St Clair Lavender, Benjamin Franklin Lavender, Clyde Sanford Lavender and Carl Milton Lavender2

Family

Sam Snyder
Marriage* She married Sam Snyder.4 

Citations

  1. [S2259] S/o Wm M & Elizabeth Simmons.
  2. [S205] 1790-1950 U.S. Census, Population Schedule, online at ancestry.com.
  3. [S237] Obituary, Malisse C. Bess, Covington (VA) Virginian, Monday, 24 October 1938.
  4. [S2836] VA Death Certificate online at ancestry.com,, Fannie Ross Snyder.
  5. [S2836] VA Death Certificate online at ancestry.com,.
  6. [S237] Obituary, Fannie Snyder, Covington (VA) Virginian, Tuesday, 11 February 1947.

Callie St Clair Lavender1

F, #8285, b. 27 November 1894, d. 10 December 1928
FatherByrd Fleming 'Flem' Lavender b. Jan 1857, d. 18 Apr 1910
MotherMelissa Catherine Tingler b. 23 Dec 1870, d. 23 Oct 1938
Birth*27 Nov 1894 Callie was born at Fayette Co, WV, on 27 Nov 1894.2,3,4 
 She was the daughter of Byrd Fleming 'Flem' Lavender and Melissa Catherine Tingler
(Witness) Census7 Jun 1900 Callie St Clair Lavender appeared on the census of 7 Jun 1900 in the household of Byrd Fleming 'Flem' Lavender and Melissa Catherine Tingler at Covington Dist, Alleghany Co, VA.5 
(Witness) Census27 Apr 1910 Callie St Clair Lavender appeared on the census of 27 Apr 1910 in the household of Melissa Catherine Tingler at Fire Creek, Fayette Co, WV.5 
(Witness) Census28 Apr 1910 Callie St Clair Lavender appeared on the census of 28 Apr 1910 in the household of Frank Barker and Eleanor Frances 'Nora' Lavender at Arbuckle Road, Fayetteville Dist, Fayette Co, WV.5 
Marriage*15 Sep 1915 She married Rudolphus Lee Hepler at Covington, Alleghany Co, VA, on 15 Sep 1915.
Rudolphus Hepler, age 30, single, b. Alleghany Co, res. Alleghany Co, par. D.B. & S.E. Hepler, teamster; Miss Callie St Clair Lavender, age 20, single, b. Fayette Co, WV, res. Alleghany CO, par. Flem & M.C. Lavender; md by Edgar A. Lawther at Covington.6 
Residence*12 Sep 1918 Rudolphus Lee Hepler and Callie St Clair Lavender resided at 280 Main St, Hinton, Summers Co, WV, on 12 Sep 1918.7 
Census*12 Jan 1920 She and Rudolphus Lee Hepler appeared on the census as head of household at Avis, Summers Co, WV, on 12 Jan 1920.5 
Death*10 Dec 1928 Callie died on 10 Dec 1928 at Rich Patch Mines, Alleghany Co, VA, at age 34. Died of pneumonia

"Mrs Callie Hepler, of Rich Patch Mines, died at her home Monday afternoon after an illness of only a few days.
Mrs. Hepler was 32 years of age, and a member of the Methodist chruch of Rich Patch. She spent her early childhood in Covington.
She is survived by her husband, R.D. Hepler, and six children. The funeral was held Wednesday morning at 10 o'clock. Interment was at Lone Star church on Potts Creek".4,8 
Burial*12 Dec 1928 Her body was interred on 12 Dec 1928 at Jordan Mines, Alleghany Co, VA, at Lone Star Cem.4 

Census Records Summary

DateCensus LocationHousehold Members
7 Jun 1900Covington Dist, Alleghany Co, VAByrd Fleming 'Flem' Lavender, Melissa Catherine Tingler, Eleanor Frances 'Nora' Lavender, Nellie Blye Lavender, Fanny Ross Lavender, Callie St Clair Lavender, Benjamin Franklin Lavender and Clyde Sanford Lavender5
27 Apr 1910Fire Creek, Fayette Co, WVMelissa Catherine Tingler, Fanny Ross Lavender, Callie St Clair Lavender, Benjamin Franklin Lavender, Clyde Sanford Lavender and Carl Milton Lavender5
28 Apr 1910Arbuckle Road, Fayetteville Dist, Fayette Co, WVFrank Barker, Eleanor Frances 'Nora' Lavender and Callie St Clair Lavender5
12 Jan 1920Avis, Summers Co, WVRudolphus Lee Hepler, Callie St Clair Lavender, Evelyn Agnes Hepler and Frances Irene Hepler5

Family

Rudolphus Lee Hepler b. 29 Sep 1883, d. 9 May 1932
Marriage*15 Sep 1915 She married Rudolphus Lee Hepler at Covington, Alleghany Co, VA, on 15 Sep 1915.
Rudolphus Hepler, age 30, single, b. Alleghany Co, res. Alleghany Co, par. D.B. & S.E. Hepler, teamster; Miss Callie St Clair Lavender, age 20, single, b. Fayette Co, WV, res. Alleghany CO, par. Flem & M.C. Lavender; md by Edgar A. Lawther at Covington.6 
Children

Citations

  1. [S2259] S/o Wm M & Elizabeth Simmons.
  2. [S230] Marriages, Civil Records Ancestry.com. Virginia, Select Marriages, 1785-1940 [database on-line]. Provo, UT, USA: Ancestry.com Operations, Inc, 2014.
  3. [S205] 1790-1950 U.S. Census, Population Schedule, 1900 census, online at ancestry.com.
  4. [S2836] VA Death Certificate online at ancestry.com,.
  5. [S205] 1790-1950 U.S. Census, Population Schedule, online at ancestry.com.
  6. [S230] Marriages, Civil Records Ancestry.com. Virginia, U.S., Marriage Registers, 1853-1935 [database on-line]. Lehi, UT, USA: Ancestry.com Operations, Inc., 2022.
  7. [S2684] WWI Draft Registration Cards, 1917-1918 (www.ancestry.com),.
  8. [S237] Obituary, Callie Hepler, Roanoke (VA) Times, Friday, 14 December 1928.
  9. [S2838] Social Security Administration., Social Security Applications and Claims Index, 1936-2007 (Online at www.ancestry.com),.
  10. [S2712] WV Marriages Wyoming Co, WV.
  11. [S235] Births, Civil Records Ancestry.com. West Virginia, U.S., Births Index, 1804-1938 [database on-line]. Provo, UT, USA: Ancestry.com Operations, Inc., 2011.

Clyde Sanford Lavender1,2

M, #8286, b. 10 February 1899, d. 16 January 1954
FatherByrd Fleming 'Flem' Lavender b. Jan 1857, d. 18 Apr 1910
MotherMelissa Catherine Tingler b. 23 Dec 1870, d. 23 Oct 1938
Name Variation  Clyde Sanford Lavender was also known as Willie Clyde Lavender.3 
Birth*10 Feb 1899 Clyde was born at Covington, Alleghany Co, VA, on 10 Feb 1899.2,1 
 He was the son of Byrd Fleming 'Flem' Lavender and Melissa Catherine Tingler
(Witness) Census7 Jun 1900 Clyde Sanford Lavender appeared on the census of 7 Jun 1900 in the household of Byrd Fleming 'Flem' Lavender and Melissa Catherine Tingler at Covington Dist, Alleghany Co, VA.1 
(Witness) Census23 Apr 1910 Clyde Sanford Lavender appeared on the census of 23 Apr 1910 in the household of Mitchell Crawford and Lula Frances Simmons at Ogden City, Fayette Co, WV.1 
(Witness) Census27 Apr 1910 Clyde Sanford Lavender appeared on the census of 27 Apr 1910 in the household of Melissa Catherine Tingler at Fire Creek, Fayette Co, WV.1 
Employment*Jan 1920 Occupation: coal miner in Jan 1920 at Fayetteville Dist, Fayette Co, WV.1 
(Witness) Census22 Jan 1920 Clyde Sanford Lavender appeared on the census of 22 Jan 1920 in the household of Elvira Frances 'Katie' Tingler and Henry Egan Simmons at Minden Rd, Fayetteville Dist, Fayette Co, WV.1 
Marriage*19 Feb 1920 He married Daisy J. Burns at Burnsville, Bath Co, VA, on 19 Feb 1920.
Clyde S. Lavnder, age 21, single, b. Covington, res. Covington, par. Flemming & Melissa Lavender, laborer; Daisy J. Burns, age 21, single, b. Covington, res. Bath Co, par. Wm H. & Wynona Burns; md by C.H. Shaw at Burnsville.4 
EmploymentApr 1930 Occupation: mechanic in Apr 1930 at Dayton, Montgomery Co, OH. Trucks.1 
Census*4 Apr 1930 Clyde Sanford Lavender and Daisy J. Burns appeared on the census as head of household at Dayton, Montgomery Co, OH, on 4 Apr 1930.1 
Residence*23 Oct 1938 Clyde Sanford Lavender resided at Dayton, Montgomery Co, OH, on 23 Oct 1938.5 
EmploymentApr 1940 Clyde's occupation: Machine operator, auto accessory plant at Dayton, Montgomery Co, OH, in Apr 1940.1 
Census15 Apr 1940 He and Daisy J. Burns appeared on the census as head of household at Dayton, Montgomery Co, OH, on 15 Apr 1940. Also enumerated in this household was Wynona Burns, mother-in-law, age 67, divorced, b. VA.1 
EmploymentFeb 1942 Clyde's occupation: Delco Products at Dayton, Montgomery Co, OH, in Feb 1942.2 
Mlt-Registration*16 Feb 1942 He registered for the draft on 16 Feb 1942 at Montgomery Co, OH.2 
Residence16 Feb 1942 Clyde Sanford Lavender and Daisy J. Burns resided at Dayton, Montgomery Co, OH, on 16 Feb 1942.2 
Residence10 Feb 1947 Clyde Sanford Lavender resided at Dayton, Montgomery Co, OH, on 10 Feb 1947.6 
EmploymentApr 1950 Occupation: machinist in Apr 1950 at Dayton, Montgomery Co, OH. Machine shop.1 
Census21 Apr 1950 He and Daisy J. Burns appeared on the census as head of household at Dayton, Montgomery Co, OH, on 21 Apr 1950.1 
Death*16 Jan 1954 Clyde died on 16 Jan 1954 at Dayton, Montgomery Co, OH, at age 54.7 
Burial*20 Jan 1954 His body was interred on 20 Jan 1954 at Dayton, Montgomery Co, OH, at Willow View Cem.7 

Census Records Summary

DateCensus LocationHousehold Members
7 Jun 1900Covington Dist, Alleghany Co, VAByrd Fleming 'Flem' Lavender, Melissa Catherine Tingler, Eleanor Frances 'Nora' Lavender, Nellie Blye Lavender, Fanny Ross Lavender, Callie St Clair Lavender, Benjamin Franklin Lavender and Clyde Sanford Lavender1
23 Apr 1910Ogden City, Fayette Co, WVMitchell Crawford, Lula Frances Simmons, Carl Alonzo Crawford and Clyde Sanford Lavender1
27 Apr 1910Fire Creek, Fayette Co, WVMelissa Catherine Tingler, Fanny Ross Lavender, Callie St Clair Lavender, Benjamin Franklin Lavender, Clyde Sanford Lavender and Carl Milton Lavender1
22 Jan 1920Minden Rd, Fayetteville Dist, Fayette Co, WVElvira Frances 'Katie' Tingler, Henry Egan Simmons and Clyde Sanford Lavender1
4 Apr 1930Dayton, Montgomery Co, OHClyde Sanford Lavender, Daisy J. Burns, Alma Frances Lavender and Juanita Virginia Lavender1
15 Apr 1940Dayton, Montgomery Co, OHClyde Sanford Lavender, Daisy J. Burns, Alma Frances Lavender and Juanita Virginia Lavender1
21 Apr 1950Dayton, Montgomery Co, OHClyde Sanford Lavender and Daisy J. Burns1

Family

Daisy J. Burns b. 1898, d. 15 Dec 1985
Marriage*19 Feb 1920 He married Daisy J. Burns at Burnsville, Bath Co, VA, on 19 Feb 1920.
Clyde S. Lavnder, age 21, single, b. Covington, res. Covington, par. Flemming & Melissa Lavender, laborer; Daisy J. Burns, age 21, single, b. Covington, res. Bath Co, par. Wm H. & Wynona Burns; md by C.H. Shaw at Burnsville.4 
Children

Citations

  1. [S205] 1790-1950 U.S. Census, Population Schedule, online at ancestry.com.
  2. [S2696] WWII Draft Registration Cards, 1940-1947 (www.ancestry.com),.
  3. [S235] Births, Civil Records Ancestry.com. Virginia, U.S., Birth Records, 1912-2015, Delayed Birth Records, 1721-1920 [database on-line]. Lehi, UT, USA: Ancestry.com Operations, Inc., 2015.
  4. [S230] Marriages, Civil Records Ancestry.com. Virginia, U.S., Marriage Registers, 1853-1935 [database on-line]. Lehi, UT, USA: Ancestry.com Operations, Inc., 2022.
  5. [S237] Obituary, Malisse C. Bess, Covington (VA) Virginian, Monday, 24 October 1938.
  6. [S237] Obituary, Fannie Snyder, Covington (VA) Virginian, Tuesday, 11 February 1947.
  7. [S237] Obituary, Clyde Lavender, Dayton (OH) Daily News, Sunday, 17 January 1954.

Benjamin Franklin Lavender1,2

M, #8287, b. 13 January 1897, d. 14 March 1958
Benjamin Franklin Lavender, Hampton National Cemetery, Hampton, VA
Image credit: rodney2k, findagrave.com
FatherByrd Fleming 'Flem' Lavender b. Jan 1857, d. 18 Apr 1910
MotherMelissa Catherine Tingler b. 23 Dec 1870, d. 23 Oct 1938
Birth*13 Jan 1897 Benjamin was born at Alleghany Co, VA, on 13 Jan 1897.2,3,4,5 
 He was the son of Byrd Fleming 'Flem' Lavender and Melissa Catherine Tingler
(Witness) Census7 Jun 1900 Benjamin Franklin Lavender appeared on the census of 7 Jun 1900 in the household of Byrd Fleming 'Flem' Lavender and Melissa Catherine Tingler at Covington Dist, Alleghany Co, VA.6 
(Witness) Census27 Apr 1910 Benjamin Franklin Lavender appeared on the census of 27 Apr 1910 in the household of Melissa Catherine Tingler at Fire Creek, Fayette Co, WV.6 
EmploymentJun 1917 Occupation: farmer in Jun 1917 at Jordan Mines, Alleghany Co, VA.1 
Residence*5 Jun 1917 Benjamin Franklin Lavender resided at Covington, Alleghany Co, VA, on 5 Jun 1917.1 
Mlt-Registration*5 Jun 1917 He registered for the draft on 5 Jun 1917 at Alleghany Co, VA.1 
Mlt-Service*from 3 Sep 1918 to 16 Dec 1918 He was private, US Army, World War I from 3 Sep 1918 to 16 Dec 1918.7,8 
Marriage*4 Mar 1919 He married Della Caroline Blankenship at Alleghany Co, VA, on 4 Mar 1919.
Benjamin Franklin Lavender, age 22, single, b. Alleghany Co, res. Alleghany Co, par. B.F. & Melissa Lavender, laborer; Miss Dell Caroline Blankenship, age 21, single, b. n/a, res. Alleghany Co, par. Jack & Laura Blankenship; md by William F. Foard.9,6 
EmploymentMar 1920 Occupation: engineer in Mar 1920 at Covington, Alleghany Co, VA. For public.6 
Census*10 Mar 1920 Benjamin Franklin Lavender and Della Caroline Blankenship appeared on the census as head of household at Covington, Alleghany Co, VA, on 10 Mar 1920.6 
(informant) Death10 Dec 1928 Benjamin was informant for the death of Callie St Clair Lavender at Rich Patch Mines, Alleghany Co, VA, on 10 Dec 1928.4,10 
(informant) Death17 May 1929 Benjamin was informant for the death of Della Caroline Blankenship at McKendree Hosp, McKendree, Fayette Co, WV, on 17 May 1929.11 
Marriage*3 Feb 1930 He married Margaret L. Persinger at Covington, Alleghany Co, VA, on 3 Feb 1930.12,6 
Employment*Apr 1930 Occupation: mechanic in Apr 1930 at Oak Hill, Fayette Co, WV.6 
Census*29 Apr 1930 Benjamin Franklin Lavender and Margaret L. Persinger appeared on the census as head of household at Main St, Oak Hill, Fayette Co, WV, on 29 Apr 1930.6 
Anecdote*1934 According to the divorce certificate with Margaret Lavender, she and Ben separated in 1934 (but not divorced until 1943). The obituary of Jessie M. Gardner indicates that Ben's last 5 children, including those before Ben's divorce from Margaret and their marriage, were her children.12 
Residence23 Oct 1938 Benjamin Franklin Lavender resided at Covington, Alleghany Co, VA, on 23 Oct 1938.13 
EmploymentApr 1940 Occupation: mechanic in Apr 1940 at Covington, Alleghany Co, VA. Mechanic's helper, garage.6 
Census*2 Apr 1940 He and Jessie Margaret Gardner appeared on the census as head of household at Covington, Alleghany Co, VA, on 2 Apr 1940.6 
EmploymentApr 1942 Benjamin's occupation: (an unknown value) at Newport News, VA, in Apr 1942. M. M. Shipbuilding & Dry Dock Co.2 
Residence27 Apr 1942 He resided at 306 29th St, Newport News, VA, on 27 Apr 1942.2 
Mlt-Registration27 Apr 1942 He registered for the draft on 27 Apr 1942 at Newport News, VA. He named "Mrs. Benjamin F. Lavender" of the same address to be his permanent contact.2 
Divorce*25 Oct 1943 Benjamin was divorced from Margaret L. Persinger at Alleghany Co, VA, on 25 Oct 1943.
Benjamin F. Lavender, age 46, b. Alleghany Co, res. Covington, mechanic; Margaret Lavender, age 36, b. Alleghany Co, res. Little Rock, AR; md 3 Feb 1930, Covington, separated 1934; divorced granted to husband for desertion, no minor children affected.12 
Marriage*19 Jul 1945 He married Jessie Margaret Gardner at Covington, Alleghany Co, VA, on 19 Jul 1945.
Benjamin Franklin Lavender, age 49, divorced, 2 prev marriages, b. Alleghany Co, res. Covington, par. Flem Lavender & Lizzie Tingler, mechanic, Christian Motor Co; Jessie Margaret Welch nee Gardner, age 36, divorced, 1 prev marriage, b. Clay Co, WV, res. Covington, par. Richard Gardner & Nancy Ellen Barnett; md by G.W. White at Covington.14,15 
(informant) Death10 Feb 1947 Benjamin was informant for the death of Fanny Ross Lavender at Low Moor, Alleghany Co, VA, on 10 Feb 1947.4,16 
Residence10 Feb 1947 Benjamin Franklin Lavender resided at Covington, Alleghany Co, VA, on 10 Feb 1947.16 
EmploymentApr 1950 Occupation: mechanic in Apr 1950 at Newport News, VA. Automobile dealership.6 
Census7 Apr 1950 He and Jessie Margaret Gardner appeared on the census as head of household at Newport News, VA, on 7 Apr 1950.6 
Residence16 Jan 1954 Benjamin Franklin Lavender resided at VA on 16 Jan 1954.17 
ResidenceMar 1958 He resided at Newport News, VA, in Mar 1958.4 
Death*14 Mar 1958 Benjamin died on 14 Mar 1958 at VA Hospital, Hampton, VA, at age 61.4,7,18,3 
Burial*17 Mar 1958 His body was interred on 17 Mar 1958 at Hampton, VA, at Hampton National Cem.8,4,18 

Census Records Summary

DateCensus LocationHousehold Members
7 Jun 1900Covington Dist, Alleghany Co, VAByrd Fleming 'Flem' Lavender, Melissa Catherine Tingler, Eleanor Frances 'Nora' Lavender, Nellie Blye Lavender, Fanny Ross Lavender, Callie St Clair Lavender, Benjamin Franklin Lavender and Clyde Sanford Lavender6
27 Apr 1910Fire Creek, Fayette Co, WVMelissa Catherine Tingler, Fanny Ross Lavender, Callie St Clair Lavender, Benjamin Franklin Lavender, Clyde Sanford Lavender and Carl Milton Lavender6
10 Mar 1920Covington, Alleghany Co, VABenjamin Franklin Lavender, Della Caroline Blankenship and Clyde Sanford Lavender6
29 Apr 1930Main St, Oak Hill, Fayette Co, WVBenjamin Franklin Lavender, Margaret L. Persinger, Clyde Sanford Lavender, Sadie Drusella Lavender, Benjamin Franklin Lavender Jr, Arretta Mae Lavender, Sylvia Eleanora Lavender, Eleanor Frances 'Nora' Lavender, Clyde Lee Barker, Edith B. Barker and James Edward Barker6
2 Apr 1940Covington, Alleghany Co, VABenjamin Franklin Lavender, Jessie Margaret Gardner, Clyde Sanford Lavender, Sadie Drusella Lavender, Arretta Mae Lavender, Benjamin Franklin Lavender Jr, Sylvia Eleanora Lavender and Richard Wallace Lavender6
7 Apr 1950Newport News, VABenjamin Franklin Lavender, Jessie Margaret Gardner, Richard Wallace Lavender, Allen Wayne Lavender, Thomas Larry Lavender and Robert Lee Lavender6

Family 1

Della Caroline Blankenship b. 1898, d. 17 May 1929
Marriage*4 Mar 1919 He married Della Caroline Blankenship at Alleghany Co, VA, on 4 Mar 1919.
Benjamin Franklin Lavender, age 22, single, b. Alleghany Co, res. Alleghany Co, par. B.F. & Melissa Lavender, laborer; Miss Dell Caroline Blankenship, age 21, single, b. n/a, res. Alleghany Co, par. Jack & Laura Blankenship; md by William F. Foard.9,6 
Children

Family 2

Margaret L. Persinger b. circa 1907
Marriage*3 Feb 1930 He married Margaret L. Persinger at Covington, Alleghany Co, VA, on 3 Feb 1930.12,6 
Divorce*25 Oct 1943 Benjamin was divorced from Margaret L. Persinger at Alleghany Co, VA, on 25 Oct 1943.
Benjamin F. Lavender, age 46, b. Alleghany Co, res. Covington, mechanic; Margaret Lavender, age 36, b. Alleghany Co, res. Little Rock, AR; md 3 Feb 1930, Covington, separated 1934; divorced granted to husband for desertion, no minor children affected.12 

Family 3

Jessie Margaret Gardner b. circa 1909, d. 26 Dec 1971
Marriage*19 Jul 1945 He married Jessie Margaret Gardner at Covington, Alleghany Co, VA, on 19 Jul 1945.
Benjamin Franklin Lavender, age 49, divorced, 2 prev marriages, b. Alleghany Co, res. Covington, par. Flem Lavender & Lizzie Tingler, mechanic, Christian Motor Co; Jessie Margaret Welch nee Gardner, age 36, divorced, 1 prev marriage, b. Clay Co, WV, res. Covington, par. Richard Gardner & Nancy Ellen Barnett; md by G.W. White at Covington.14,15 
Children

Citations

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  10. [S237] Obituary, Callie Hepler, Roanoke (VA) Times, Friday, 14 December 1928.
  11. [S2683] WV Death Certificate online at www.wvculture.org,.
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  16. [S237] Obituary, Fannie Snyder, Covington (VA) Virginian, Tuesday, 11 February 1947.
  17. [S237] Obituary, Clyde Lavender, Dayton (OH) Daily News, Sunday, 17 January 1954.
  18. [S237] Obituary, Benjamin F. Lavender, Covington (VA) Virginian, Wednesday, 19 March 1958.

Carl Milton Lavender1

M, #8288, b. 12 January 1902, d. 10 November 1975
FatherByrd Fleming 'Flem' Lavender b. Jan 1857, d. 18 Apr 1910
MotherMelissa Catherine Tingler b. 23 Dec 1870, d. 23 Oct 1938
Birth*12 Jan 1902 Carl was born at Alleghany Co, VA, on 12 Jan 1902.1,2 
 He was the son of Byrd Fleming 'Flem' Lavender and Melissa Catherine Tingler
(Witness) Census27 Apr 1910 Carl Milton Lavender appeared on the census of 27 Apr 1910 in the household of Melissa Catherine Tingler at Fire Creek, Fayette Co, WV.3 
Marriage*2 Oct 1930 Carl Milton Lavender married Leona Pearl Kimberlin on 2 Oct 1930 at Washington, DC.4 
Residence*23 Oct 1938 Carl Milton Lavender resided at Covington, Alleghany Co, VA, on 23 Oct 1938.5 
EmploymentJun 1940 Occupation: laborer in Jun 1940 at Covington Dist, Alleghany Co, VA. Brick yard.3 
Census*25 Jun 1940 He and Leona Pearl Kimberlin appeared on the census as head of household at Covington Dist, Alleghany Co, VA, on 25 Jun 1940.3 
Employment*Feb 1942 Carl's occupation: Alleghany Milling Co at Covington, Alleghany Co, VA, in Feb 1942.1 
Mlt-Registration*16 Feb 1942 He registered for the draft on 16 Feb 1942 at Alleghany Co, VA.1 
Residence16 Feb 1942 He resided at Covington, Alleghany Co, VA, on 16 Feb 1942.1 
Residence10 Feb 1947 He resided at Covington, Alleghany Co, VA, on 10 Feb 1947.6 
EmploymentApr 1950 Occupation: farmer in Apr 1950 at Clifton Dist, Alleghany Co, VA. Dairy farm.3 
Census20 Apr 1950 He and Leona Pearl Kimberlin appeared on the census as head of household at Clifton Dist, Alleghany Co, VA, on 20 Apr 1950.3 
Residence16 Jan 1954 Carl Milton Lavender resided at VA on 16 Jan 1954.7 
Residence*25 May 1954 Carl Milton Lavender and Leona Pearl Kimberlin resided at White Rock Gap, Alleghany Co, VA, on 25 May 1954.8 
Residence14 Mar 1958 Carl Milton Lavender resided at Covington, Alleghany Co, VA, on 14 Mar 1958.9 
Death*10 Nov 1975 Carl died on 10 Nov 1975 at Low Moor, Alleghany Co, VA, at age 73.2 
Burial* His body was interred at Low Moor, Alleghany Co, VA, at Sunrise Cem.10 

Census Records Summary

DateCensus LocationHousehold Members
27 Apr 1910Fire Creek, Fayette Co, WVMelissa Catherine Tingler, Fanny Ross Lavender, Callie St Clair Lavender, Benjamin Franklin Lavender, Clyde Sanford Lavender and Carl Milton Lavender3
25 Jun 1940Covington Dist, Alleghany Co, VACarl Milton Lavender, Leona Pearl Kimberlin, James Lewis Lavender, Billy Thomas Lavender, Myrtle Frances Lavender and Ray Edward Lavender3
20 Apr 1950Clifton Dist, Alleghany Co, VACarl Milton Lavender, Leona Pearl Kimberlin, Billy Thomas Lavender, Myrtle Frances Lavender and Ray Edward Lavender3

Family

Leona Pearl Kimberlin b. 26 Apr 1915, d. 14 Aug 1995
Marriage*2 Oct 1930 Carl Milton Lavender married Leona Pearl Kimberlin on 2 Oct 1930 at Washington, DC.4 
Children

Citations

  1. [S2696] WWII Draft Registration Cards, 1940-1947 (www.ancestry.com),.
  2. [S1] Social Security Administration., Social Security Death Index (Online at www.ancestry.com),.
  3. [S205] 1790-1950 U.S. Census, Population Schedule, online at ancestry.com.
  4. [S230] Marriages, Civil Records Ancestry.com. Washington, D.C., U.S., Marriage Records, 1810-1953 [database on-line]. Lehi, UT, USA: Ancestry.com Operations, Inc., 2016.
  5. [S237] Obituary, Malisse C. Bess, Covington (VA) Virginian, Monday, 24 October 1938.
  6. [S237] Obituary, Fannie Snyder, Covington (VA) Virginian, Tuesday, 11 February 1947.
  7. [S237] Obituary, Clyde Lavender, Dayton (OH) Daily News, Sunday, 17 January 1954.
  8. [S237] Obituary, James Lewis Lavender, Covington (VA) Virginian, Wednesday, 26 May 1954.
  9. [S237] Obituary, Benjamin F. Lavender, Covington (VA) Virginian, Wednesday, 19 March 1958.
  10. [S2738] FindAGrave.com (findagrave.com), gravestone.

Frances Beulah Lavender1

F, #8289, b. circa 1910, d. before 1954
FatherByrd Fleming 'Flem' Lavender b. Jan 1857, d. 18 Apr 1910
MotherMelissa Catherine Tingler b. 23 Dec 1870, d. 23 Oct 1938
Birth*circa 1910 Frances was born at Alleghany Co, VA, circa 1910.2,1 
 She was the daughter of Byrd Fleming 'Flem' Lavender and Melissa Catherine Tingler
(Witness) Census10 Mar 1920 Frances Beulah Lavender appeared on the census of 10 Mar 1920 in the household of Charles Hamilton Bess and Melissa Catherine Tingler at Covington Dist, Alleghany Co, VA.2 
Marriage*28 Apr 1933 She married Theodore Roosevelt Hayslett at Covington, Alleghany Co, VA, on 28 Apr 1933.1 
Divorce*2 Feb 1937 Frances was divorced from Theodore Roosevelt Hayslett at Alleghany Co, VA, on 2 Feb 1937.
Theodore R. Hayslett, age 35, b. Rockbridge Co, res. Clifton Forge, bookkeeper; Frances Beulah Hayslett, age 26, b. Alleghany Co, res. Covington; divorce granted to hsuband, 1 minor child.1 
Residence*23 Oct 1938 Frances Beulah Lavender resided at Clifton Forge, Alleghany Co, VA, on 23 Oct 1938. "Mrs. Beulah Hayslett".3 
Employment*Apr 1940 Frances's occupation: Weaver, ribbon mill at Clifton Forge, Alleghany Co, VA, in Apr 1940.2 
Census*12 Apr 1940 Frances Beulah Lavender was listed as a resident in the census report at Clifton Forge, Alleghany Co, VA, on 12 Apr 1940. Lodger in the household of James E. & Novie W. Kelley.2 
Residence10 Feb 1947 She resided at Winston-Salem, Forsyth Co, NC, on 10 Feb 1947. "Mrs. Beulah Hayslett".4 
Death*before 1954 Frances died before 1954. Frances was not mentioned as surviving sister in obituary of Clyde Lavender in January 1954, which suggests she had already died.5 

Census Records Summary

DateCensus LocationHousehold Members
10 Mar 1920Covington Dist, Alleghany Co, VACharles Hamilton Bess, Melissa Catherine Tingler and Frances Beulah Lavender2
12 Apr 1940Clifton Forge, Alleghany Co, VAFrances Beulah Lavender2

Family

Theodore Roosevelt Hayslett b. 18 Apr 1903, d. 7 Apr 1957
Marriage*28 Apr 1933 She married Theodore Roosevelt Hayslett at Covington, Alleghany Co, VA, on 28 Apr 1933.1 
Divorce*2 Feb 1937 Frances was divorced from Theodore Roosevelt Hayslett at Alleghany Co, VA, on 2 Feb 1937.
Theodore R. Hayslett, age 35, b. Rockbridge Co, res. Clifton Forge, bookkeeper; Frances Beulah Hayslett, age 26, b. Alleghany Co, res. Covington; divorce granted to hsuband, 1 minor child.1 
Child

Citations

  1. [S2765] Divorces, Civil Records Ancestry.com. Virginia, U.S., Divorce Records, 1918-2014 [database on-line]. Lehi, UT, USA: Ancestry.com Operations, Inc., 2015.
  2. [S205] 1790-1950 U.S. Census, Population Schedule, online at ancestry.com.
  3. [S237] Obituary, Malisse C. Bess, Covington (VA) Virginian, Monday, 24 October 1938.
  4. [S237] Obituary, Fannie Snyder, Covington (VA) Virginian, Tuesday, 11 February 1947.
  5. [S237] Obituary, Clyde Lavender, Dayton (OH) Daily News, Sunday, 17 January 1954.

Julia Ann Simmons1

F, #8290, b. 18 February 1868, d. 21 March 1956
FatherJames Henry Simmons1
MotherMary Ann Bowyer1 b. 7 Oct 1836, d. 5 Nov 1920
Birth*18 Feb 1868 Julia was born at Gallipolis, Gallia Co, OH, on 18 Feb 1868.2,3,4 
 She was the daughter of James Henry Simmons and Mary Ann Bowyer.1 
Marriage*16 Sep 1886 She married Jacob Lewis Fridley at Alleghany Co, VA, on 16 Sep 1886.
Jacob L. Fridley, age 41, widowed, b. Alleghany Co, par. Jno & Ruth Fridley; Julia A. Simmons, age 19, single, b. Gallia CO, OH, par. Jas A. & Mary Simmons.5,6 
Num Child21 Jun 1900 Julia Ann Simmons and Jacob Lewis Fridley had 5 children, with 5 living at the time of the census in 1900.4 
Census*21 Jun 1900 Julia Ann Simmons and Jacob Lewis Fridley appeared on the census as head of household at Boiling Spring Dist, Alleghany Co, VA, on 21 Jun 1900.4 
Num Child*9 May 1910 Julia Ann Simmons and Jacob Lewis Fridley had 9 children, with 8 living at the time of the census in 1910.4 
Census9 May 1910 Julia Ann Simmons and Jacob Lewis Fridley appeared on the census as head of household at Boiling Spring Dist, Alleghany Co, VA, on 9 May 1910.4 
Census7 Feb 1920 Julia Ann Simmons and Jacob Lewis Fridley appeared on the census as head of household at Blue Spring Run Rd, Boiling Spring Dist, Alleghany Co, VA, on 7 Feb 1920.4 
Residence*3 Aug 1926 Julia Ann Simmons resided at Nitro, Kanawha Co, WV, on 3 Aug 1926.7 
Residence1 Nov 1928 She resided at Alleghany Co, VA, on 1 Nov 1928.8 
(Witness) Census11 Apr 1930 She appeared on the census of 11 Apr 1930 in the household of Wilbur Garrett Fridley and Mary Elizabeth Jeffries at Low Moor, Alleghany Co, VA.4 
Census*4 Apr 1940 Julia Ann Simmons appeared on the census as head of household at Clifton Forge, Alleghany Co, VA, on 4 Apr 1940. Also enumerated in this household was Jesse Walton, grandson, age 18, single, b. VA, delivery boy, grocery store.4 
(informant) Death30 Dec 1942 Julia was informant for the death of Lonzo Lewis Fridley at Clifton Forge, Alleghany Co, VA, on 30 Dec 1942.2 
Death*21 Mar 1956 Julia died on 21 Mar 1956 at Low Moor, Alleghany Co, VA, at age 88.
Mrs. Julia Simmons Fridley, 88, widow of Jacob Lewis Fridley, died at her home in Low Moor at 7 o'clock today following a lingering illness.
She was born Feb. 18, 1868, in Gallopolis, OH, daughter of the late James Henry and Mary Bowyer Simmons. She was a member of the First Christian Church, Covington.
Surviving are two sons, Walter T. Fridley, Covington, and Wilber G. Fridley, Veterans Hospital, Martinsburg, W.Va; five daughters, Mrs. Pearl Marshall, Ashland, KY, Mrs. Bamma Paxton, Clifton Forge; Mrs. Hallie Terry, Washington, D.C; Mrs. Mattie Persinger, Covington, and Mrs. Helen Paxton, Low Moor, 27 grandchildren, 64 great-grandchildren and 18 great-great-grandchildren. Also surviving are a number of step-grandchildren.
Funeral arrangements are incomplete.

Funeral services for Mrs. Julia Simmons Fridley, 88, who died at her home in Low Moor Wednesday morning, will be held Saturday at 2 p.m. at the Persinger Memorial Chapel. The services will be conducted by the Rev. W. Carl Smith, and the Rev. W. Graham Wood. Burial will be in the Persinger Cemetery.
The active pallbearers will be Smith Tingler, Harry Tingler, Jeff Tingler, Arnold Kitt, Stanley Nicely and Jimmy Brown. The honorary pallbearers will be the grandsons of Mrs. Fridley.
In addition to the survivors listed in Tuesday's Daily Review, she is survived by three sisters: Mrs. Joanna Tingler, Jordan Mines, Mrs. Ora Bush, Oak Hill, W.Va. and Mrs. Myrtle Arritt, Yuba City, Calif.
The body will be removed from the Arritt Funeral Home in Covington to her late residence this afternoon at 3 o'clock..2,3 
Burial*24 Mar 1956 Her body was interred on 24 Mar 1956 at Alleghany Co, VA, at Persinger Memorial Cemetery.2,3 

Census Records Summary

DateCensus LocationHousehold Members
21 Jun 1900Boiling Spring Dist, Alleghany Co, VAJacob Lewis Fridley, Julia Ann Simmons, Charles William Fridley, Jesse Layne Fridley, Letha T. Fridley, Mary Pearl Fridley, Bamma Virginia Fridley, Hallie N. Fridley and Wilbur Garrett Fridley4
9 May 1910Boiling Spring Dist, Alleghany Co, VAJacob Lewis Fridley, Julia Ann Simmons, Jesse Layne Fridley, Bamma Virginia Fridley, Hallie N. Fridley, Wilbur Garrett Fridley, Walter Thomas Fridley, Mattie Frances Fridley and Lonzo Lewis Fridley4
7 Feb 1920Blue Spring Run Rd, Boiling Spring Dist, Alleghany Co, VAJacob Lewis Fridley, Julia Ann Simmons, Wilbur Garrett Fridley, Walter Thomas Fridley, Mattie Frances Fridley, Lonzo Lewis Fridley, Rutha Helen Fridley, Geneva Pearl McDaniel, Mary J. Fridley, Jesse Layne Fridley and Lloyd William Knighton4
11 Apr 1930Low Moor, Alleghany Co, VAWilbur Garrett Fridley, Mary Elizabeth Jeffries, Mary J. Fridley, Julia Ann Simmons, Jesse W. Fridley, Lloyd William Knighton, Lloyd W. Knighton Jr and Wilbur B. Knighton4
4 Apr 1940Clifton Forge, Alleghany Co, VAJulia Ann Simmons and Lonzo Lewis Fridley4

Family

Jacob Lewis Fridley b. 24 Aug 1844, d. 3 Aug 1926
Marriage*16 Sep 1886 She married Jacob Lewis Fridley at Alleghany Co, VA, on 16 Sep 1886.
Jacob L. Fridley, age 41, widowed, b. Alleghany Co, par. Jno & Ruth Fridley; Julia A. Simmons, age 19, single, b. Gallia CO, OH, par. Jas A. & Mary Simmons.5,6 
Children

Citations

  1. [S2693] Descendancy Narrative "Descendants of Jacob Lewis Fridley", compiled by Louise M. Perkins, e-mail address, received 12 February 2000. Citations included.
  2. [S2836] VA Death Certificate online at ancestry.com,.
  3. [S237] Obituary, Julia Simmons Fridley, Cllifton Forge (VA) Daily Review, 21 March 1956, transcribed by Louise M. Perkins, e-mail address, received 12 February 2000.
  4. [S205] 1790-1950 U.S. Census, Population Schedule, online at ancestry.com.
  5. [S230] Marriages, Civil Records Ancestry.com. Virginia, Select Marriages, 1785-1940 [database on-line]. Provo, UT, USA: Ancestry.com Operations, Inc, 2014.
  6. [S205] 1790-1950 U.S. Census, Population Schedule, 1900 census, md 14 years, online at ancestry.com.
  7. [S237] Obituary, Jacob Lewis Fridley, Covington (VA) Virginian, Saturday, 7 August 1926.
  8. [S237] Obituary, Jesse Layne Fridley, Covington (VA) Virginian, Tuesday, 6 November 1928.
  9. [S205] 1790-1950 U.S. Census, Population Schedule, 1900 census, online at ancestry.com.

James Leighton1

M, #8291, b. July 1842
Birth*Jul 1842 James was born at VA in Jul 1842.2 
Marriage*26 Oct 1882 He married Nancy Frances Fridley at Alleghany Co, VA, on 26 Oct 1882.3 
Employment*Jun 1900 Occupation: farmer in Jun 1900 at Boiling Spring Dist, Alleghany Co, VA.4 
Census*19 Jun 1900 James Leighton and Nancy Frances Fridley appeared on the census as head of household at Boiling Spring Dist, Alleghany Co, VA, on 19 Jun 1900.2 

Census Records Summary

DateCensus LocationHousehold Members
19 Jun 1900Boiling Spring Dist, Alleghany Co, VAJames Leighton, Nancy Frances Fridley, Elizabeth R. Leighton, Herman Leighton and James Israel Lockhart2

Family

Nancy Frances Fridley b. 11 Nov 1849, d. 25 Apr 1930
Children

Citations

  1. [S2259] S/o Wm M & Elizabeth Simmons.
  2. [S205] 1790-1950 U.S. Census, Population Schedule, 1900 census, online at ancestry.com.
  3. [S1292] Sharon Cahoon, e-mail address, Aug 1997 email.
  4. [S205] 1790-1950 U.S. Census, Population Schedule, online at ancestry.com.

Rosa Emaline Craft1,2

F, #8292, b. 1 August 1857, d. 8 June 1947
Birth*1 Aug 1857 Rosa was born at Craig Co, VA, on 1 Aug 1857.3,4 
Marriage*1 Dec 1879 She married James M. Fridley at Craig Co, VA, on 1 Dec 1879.
Jas M Fridley, age 31, single, b. Alleghany Co, par. John & Ruthey Fridley; Rosey E. Craft, age 22, single, b. Craig Co, par. George M. & Elizabeth Craft.5,4 
Census*11 Jun 1880 Rosa Emaline Craft and James M. Fridley appeared on the census as head of household at Boiling Spring Dist, Alleghany Co, VA, on 11 Jun 1880.1 
Num Child23 Jun 1900 Rosa Emaline Craft and James M. Fridley had 9 children, with 5 living at the time of the census in 1900.1 
Census23 Jun 1900 Rosa Emaline Craft and James M. Fridley appeared on the census as head of household at Boiling Spring Dist, Alleghany Co, VA, on 23 Jun 1900.1 
Num Child*3 May 1910 Rosa Emaline Craft and James M. Fridley had 5 children, with 3 living at the time of the census in 1910.1 
Census3 May 1910 Rosa Emaline Craft and James M. Fridley appeared on the census as head of household at Boiling Spring Dist, Alleghany Co, VA, on 3 May 1910.1 
Census6 Feb 1920 Rosa Emaline Craft and James M. Fridley appeared on the census as head of household at Blue Spring Run, Alleghany Co, VA, on 6 Feb 1920.1 
(informant) Death17 Dec 1925 Rosa was informant for the death of James M. Fridley at Boiling Spring Dist, Alleghany Co, VA, on 17 Dec 1925.3,6 
(Witness) Census14 Apr 1930 Rosa Emaline Craft appeared on the census of 14 Apr 1930 in the household of Charles Edward Craft and Elizabeth Alice Fridley at Boiling Spring Dist, Alleghany Co, VA.1 
Census*25 Apr 1940 Rosa Emaline Craft was listed as a resident in the census report at Boiling Spring Dist, Alleghany Co, VA, on 25 Apr 1940. Enumerated in the household of Charles E. & Elsa B. Craft, cousin.1 
Death*8 Jun 1947 Rosa died on 8 Jun 1947 at District home, Waynesboro, Augusta Co, VA, at age 89. Informant was Porter A. Bowen, Covington, VA [Porter Bowen was a neighbor of James and Rosa Fridley at Blue Spring Run in 1920, 1930, and 1940].3 
Burial*10 Jun 1947 Her body was interred on 10 Jun 1947 at Craig Co, VA, at Craft Cem.3 

Census Records Summary

DateCensus LocationHousehold Members
11 Jun 1880Boiling Spring Dist, Alleghany Co, VAJames M. Fridley and Rosa Emaline Craft1
23 Jun 1900Boiling Spring Dist, Alleghany Co, VAJames M. Fridley, Rosa Emaline Craft, Elizabeth Alice Fridley, Martin Lewis Fridley and Iris Leona Geraldine Fridley1
3 May 1910Boiling Spring Dist, Alleghany Co, VAJames M. Fridley, Rosa Emaline Craft and Iris Leona Geraldine Fridley1
6 Feb 1920Blue Spring Run, Alleghany Co, VAJames M. Fridley, Rosa Emaline Craft and Iris Leona Geraldine Fridley1
14 Apr 1930Boiling Spring Dist, Alleghany Co, VACharles Edward Craft, Elizabeth Alice Fridley and Rosa Emaline Craft1
25 Apr 1940Boiling Spring Dist, Alleghany Co, VARosa Emaline Craft1

Family

James M. Fridley b. Nov 1846, d. 17 Dec 1925
Marriage*1 Dec 1879 She married James M. Fridley at Craig Co, VA, on 1 Dec 1879.
Jas M Fridley, age 31, single, b. Alleghany Co, par. John & Ruthey Fridley; Rosey E. Craft, age 22, single, b. Craig Co, par. George M. & Elizabeth Craft.5,4 
Children

Citations

  1. [S205] 1790-1950 U.S. Census, Population Schedule, online at ancestry.com.
  2. [S2738] FindAGrave.com (findagrave.com), gravestone: Rosa E. Fridley, online at http://www.findagrave.com/cgi-bin/fg.cgi, accessed October 2016.
  3. [S2836] VA Death Certificate online at ancestry.com,.
  4. [S205] 1790-1950 U.S. Census, Population Schedule, 1900 census, online at ancestry.com.
  5. [S230] Marriages, Civil Records Ancestry.com. Virginia, Select Marriages, 1785-1940 [database on-line]. Provo, UT, USA: Ancestry.com Operations, Inc, 2014.
  6. [S75] Richard Fridley., The Fridley Family History of America (by author), p. 505 (Harrison Fridley).
  7. [S2738] FindAGrave.com (findagrave.com), gravestone: Minnie F. Fridley, online at http://www.findagrave.com/cgi-bin/fg.cgi, accessed October 2016.
  8. [S2738] FindAGrave.com (findagrave.com), gravestone: Sarah E. Fridley, online at http://www.findagrave.com/cgi-bin/fg.cgi, accessed October 2016.