ESSARY FAMILY

from the research of David Donahue, published November 25, 1997

This family history is taken from the original research of David Donahue. David's original text document has been converted to this web page format for ease of viewing and navigating. Click here to go to David Donahue's original text document on the ESSARY FAMILY.

During his life time, David researched the history of several Decatur and Henderson County families. His research provides important basic research on the history of families that now live or have lived in these two counties. Like all research, it is not perfect and is known to contain both errors and omissions. By policy, David's original research will not be updated to correct these errors but will be maintained in the state left by David. However, we are happy to publish the family research of any families connected with Decatur or Henderson County. We will also publish comments as notes to David's research. Please email me your comments and/or family research that you would like posted to this web site to Jerry L. Butler at jlb30504@gmail.com.

from other research...

Gary Essary has compiled a set of clarifications to David Donahue's research.

source: Gary Essary

James[1] Essary. Born, circa 1779, in Natches, Adams Co., MS. Died in Kingston, Roane Co., TN?. Census: 1850, in Carroll Co., TN.
He married Unknown. Children:
1. John H.[2] Essary.
2. Joseph Essary.
3. James Essary.
4. Benjamin Essary.
John H.[2] Essary (James, 1). Born, circa 1782. Died, 1869. Burial in Union Church, Henderson Co., TN.
He married Sophia Hankins. Burial in Roane Co., TN. Children:
1. Nathaniel Cosby[3] Essary.
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Joseph[2] Essary (James, 1). Born, 23 Dec 1802, in NC. Died, 14 Jun 1865. Burial in Union Church, Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1850, in Henderson Co., TN.
He married Fannie Irving, circa 1821. Born, 1801. Died, 1846. Burial in Union Church, Henderson Co., TN. Children:
1. Sarenta J.[3] Essary.
2. J. Montgomery Essary.
3. Purilla W. Essary.
4. George Washington Essary.
5. Palmary Essary. Born, 1834, in Chesterfield, Henderson Co., TN. Died, 1844. Burial in Union Church, Henderson Co., TN.
6. Elizabeth (Betsy) Essary. Born, circa 1836, in Chesterfield, Henderson Co., TN. Elizabeth (Besty) Essary lived until an old age. She never married.
7. Mary (Polly) Ann Essary. Born, circa 1838, in Chesterfield, Henderson Co., TN. She married James P. Autry.
8. William Peyton Essary.
9. John Tyler Essary. Born, circa 1843, in Chesterfield, Henderson Co., TN. Died, circa 1864, in Andersonville, GA.
10. Sarah (Sallie) Essary.
James[2] Essary (James, 1). Born, circa 1805, in TN. Census: 1850, in Carroll Co., TN.
He married Martha. Born, circa 1809, in TN. Census: 1850, in Henderson Co., TN. Children:
1. George C.[3] Essary. Born, circa 1833. Census: 1850, in Carroll Co., TN.
2. Nancy E. Essary. Born, circa 1835. Census: 1850, in Carroll Co., TN.
3. John Essary. Born, circa 1838. Census: 1850, in Carroll Co., TN.
4. James Essary. Born, circa 1840. Census: 1850, in Carroll Co., TN.
5. Delia Essary. Born, circa 1842. Census: 1850, in Carroll Co., TN.
6. Zelda Essary. Born, circa 1845. Census: 1850, in Carroll Co., TN.
7. Andrew J. Essary. Born, circa 1847. Census: 1850, in Carroll Co., TN.
8. Betsy A. Essary. Born, circa 1850. Census: 1850, in Carroll Co., TN.
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Benjamin[2] Essary (James, 1). Born, circa 1812, in TN. Census: 1850, in Hardin Co., TN. Census: 1860, in Hardin Co., TN.
He married Elizabeth. Born, circa 1816, in NC. Census: 1850, in Hardin Co., TN. Children:
1. Thomas P.[3] Essary. Born, circa 1840. Census: 1860, in Hardin Co., TN.
2. William T. Essary. Born, circa 1844. Census: 1850, in Hardin Co., TN. Census: 1860, in Hardin Co., TN.
3. Mary A. Essary. Born, circa 1845. Census: 1850, in Hardin Co., TN. Census: 1860, in Hardin Co., TN.
4. Martha Myrcle Essary. Born, circa 1848. Census: 1850, in Hardin Co., TN. Census: 1860, in Hardin Co., TN.
5. George Essary. Born, circa 1849. Census: 1850, in Hardin Co., TN.
6. Abner F. Essary. Born, circa 1852. Census: 1860, in Hardin Co., TN.
7. Joseph K. Essary. Born, circa 1855. Census: 1860, in Hardin Co., TN.
8. David C. Essary. Born, circa 1857. Census: 1860, in Hardin Co., TN.
Nathaniel Cosby[3] Essary (John H., 2). Born, 27 Aug 1822, in TN. Died, 13 Jul 1915, in Chesterfield, Henderson Co., TN. Burial in Union Church, Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1850, in Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1870, in Henderson Co., TN.
He married Hannah Jane Ingram, daughter of Larkin Ingram and Mary Ann Irvin, 28 Aug 1846, in Lone Elm, Henderson Co., TN. Born, Apr 1826, in TN. Died, Oct 1903, in Chesterfield, Henderson Co., TN. Burial in Union Church, Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1850, in Henderson Co., TN. Children:
1. Catharine[4] Essary.
2. John Larkin Essary.
3. Samuel Wesley Essary. Born, 1851. Died, 1951. Burial in Union Church, Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1870, in Henderson Co., TN. Samuel Wesley Essary never married. He died one month short of his 100th birthday.
4. Levena E. Essary. Born, 10 Jul 1853. Died, 28 Jul 1863. Burial in Union Church, Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1860, in Henderson Co., TN.
5. Sarah Ann Essary.
6. George Washington Essary. Born, 1858. Died, 1932. Burial in Trenton, Gibson Co., TN. Census: 1870, in Henderson Co., TN. He married Katie Dearman.
7. Augusta B. Essary. Born, circa 1859. Census: 1860, in Henderson Co., TN. Resided in OK. She married William Evans.
8. Rebecca A. Essary. Born, circa 1860. Census: 1870, in Henderson Co., TN.
9. Emerson A. Essary. Born, 28 Nov 1861. Died, 16 Oct 1864. Burial in Union Church, Henderson Co., TN.
10. Louise/Louisa J. Essary.
11. Mary Isabel (Belle) Essary.
12. Lea Jane Essary. Born, 3 Jul 1870. Died, 9 Sep 1888. Burial in Union Church, Henderson Co., TN.
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Sarenta J.[3] Essary (Joseph, 3). Born, circa 1827, in Chesterfield, Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1850, in Henderson Co., TN.
She married Thomas Byers (Tobias) Powers, son of John (Jackie) Powers and Darcus. Born, 28 May 1814, in SC. Died, 26 Mar 1890. Burial in Powers Fam. Cem., Rogers Rd., Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1850, in Henderson Co., TN. Children:
1. Felix[4] Powers.
2. Martha A. Powers. Born, circa 1853. Census: 1870, in Henderson Co., TN.
3. Jehu Powers. Born, circa 1854. Census: 1870, in Henderson Co., TN.
4. Frances Eveline Powers. Born, circa 1854. Census: 1860, in Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1870, in Henderson Co., TN.
5. Thomas M. Powers. Born, circa 1859. Census: 1870, in Henderson Co., TN.
6. Clark Powers. Born, circa 1861. Census: 1870, in Henderson Co., TN.
7. Rutha Powers. Born, circa 1863. Census: 1870, in Henderson Co., TN.
8. William Washington Powers.
9. Elijah Powers.
J. Montgomery[3] Essary (Joseph, 3). Born, circa 1828. Census: 1850, in Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1860, in Henderson Co., TN.
He married Catherine Moody, circa 1850. Born, circa 1830, in SC. Census: 1860, in Henderson Co., TN. Children:
1. Stephen W.[4] Essary. Born, circa 1854. Census: 1870, in Henderson Co., TN.
2. James Buck Essary. Born, 21 Mar 1857. Died, 3 Jun 1922. Burial in Judson Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1870, in Henderson Co., TN. He married Silvey A. (Lillie) Bartholomew, daughter of Joseph John Bartholomew and Julia Ann Wallace.
3. Mary M. Essary. Born, circa 1857. Census: 1870, in Henderson Co., TN.
4. Perissa Essary. Born, circa 1862. Census: 1870, in Henderson Co., TN.
5. Malise A. (Lizza) Essary.
6. William H. Essary. Born, 14 Apr 1865. Died, 10 Jun 1894. Burial in Oak Grove Cem., Middleburg, Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1870, in Henderson Co., TN.
7. Percilla Essary. Born, circa 1868. Census: 1870, in Henderson Co., TN.
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Purilla W.[3] Essary (Joseph, 3). Born, 2 Jun 1829, in Chesterfield, Henderson Co., TN. Died, 16 Apr 1918. Burial in Judson Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1870, in Henderson Co., TN.
She married Henry M. Powers, son of Bennett Powers and Maria. Born, circa 1830, in TN. Died, 3 Oct 1864, in Andersonville, GA. Census: 1850, in Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1860, in Henderson Co., TN. Henry M. Powers served in Co. A, 7th Cavalry, U.S. Army. He was captured by some of nathan Bedford Forrest's forces and sent to Andersonville, Georgia. He died there of "scorbutus." Children:
1. Washington Green[4] Powers. Born, circa 1853. Census: 1870, in Henderson Co., TN.
2. Melvina I. Powers.
3. Bennett L. Powers.
4. Evander Etheredge Powers.
5. Andrew (Andy) Powers.
George Washington[3] Essary (Joseph, 3). Born, 9 May 1833, in Chesterfield, Henderson Co., TN. Died, 13 Jul 1901. Burial in Judson Cem., Henderson Co., TN.
He married, first, Unknown. Died, before 1870. Children:
1. Abigale J.[4] Essary. Born, circa 1852. Census: 1870, in Henderson Co., TN.
2. Sarah A. Essary. Born, circa 1859. Census: 1870, in Henderson Co., TN.
3. Mary E. Essary. Born, circa 1864. Census: 1870, in Henderson Co., TN.
4. Martha Tayton Essary.
5. Louisa Angelina Essary.
He married, second, Martha Fisher. Born, circa 1862. Died, 14 Aug 1934, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN. Burial in Judson Cem., Henderson Co., TN (unmarked). An obituary for her notes that she was buried beside her husband and little son Johnnie. Children:
1. Johnnie H. Essary. Born, 29 May 1890. Died, 4 Oct 1894. Burial in Judson Cem., Henderson Co., TN.
2. Charlie Essary.
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William Peyton[3] Essary (Joseph, 3). Born, 23 Dec 1839, in Chesterfield, Henderson Co., TN. Died, 8 Mar 1933, in Chesterfield, Henderson Co., TN. Burial in Union Church, Henderson Co., TN.
He married Louisa A. Walker, daughter of Washington Walker, 19 Dec 1867. Born, 28 Jan 1850. Died, 26 Jan 1935. Burial in Union Church, Henderson Co., TN. Children:
1. Frances (Fannie) Katherine[4] Essary.
2. Olevia Jane Essary.
3. Ernest W. Essary. Resided: 1957, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN.
Sarah (Sallie)[3] Essary (Joseph, 3). Born, 1845. Died, 1878. Burial in Union Church, Henderson Co., TN.
She married, first, James Miller, circa 1863. Died, circa 1864, in Andersonville, GA.

She married, second, Meredith McDaniel (Buck) Grimsley, circa 1865. Born, 1841, in Shady Hill, Henderson Co., TN. Died, 7 Dec 1911, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN. Children:
1. William Thomas[4] Grimsley.
2. Mary Frances Grimsley. Born, 22 Apr 1868, in Shady Hill, Henderson Co., TN. Died, 23 Oct 1900, in Middleburg, Henderson Co., TN. Burial in Judson Cem., Henderson Co., TN. She married William J. Johnson.
3. Andrew Joe Grimsley. Born, Nov 1870, in Shady Hill, Henderson Co., TN.
4. Joseph G. Grimsley. Born, Aug 1872, in Shady Hill, Henderson Co., TN. He married Melvina A. Overman, 1893, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN.
5. Elizabeth Grimsley. Born, circa 1875, in Shady Hill, Henderson Co., TN.
Catharine[4] Essary (Nathaniel Cosby, 6). Born, 22 Jun 1847. Died, 6 Aug 1894. Burial in Unity Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1850, in Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1870, in Henderson Co., TN.
She married Henry W. McCall, son of John McCall and Unknown. Born, 23 Feb 1838. Died, 5 Mar 1920. Burial in Unity Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1850, in Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1870, in Henderson Co., TN. Children:
1. Agnes[5] McCall. Born, circa 1866. Census: 1870, in Henderson Co., TN.
2. Josephine McCall. Born, circa 1869. Census: 1870, in Henderson Co., TN.
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John Larkin[4] Essary (Nathaniel Cosby, 6). Born, 22 Apr 1849. Died, 14 Aug 1941. Burial in Union Church, Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1850, in Henderson Co., TN.
He married, first, Annie Altom, circa 1870. Born, 2 Apr 1847. Died, 17 Jan 1874. Burial in Union Church, Henderson Co., TN. Children:
1. Samuel Henry[5] Essary. Born, 1870. Died, 1935. Occupation: Botanist. Samuel Henru Essary was a botanist and worked for The University of Tennessee. He never married.
2. Samantha Alice Essary. Born, 6 Dec 1872. Died, 27 Aug 1877. Burial in Union Church, Henderson Co., TN.
He married, second, Mary Ellen Alton, circa 1875. Born, 27 Feb 1856. Died, 21 Mar 1931. Burial in Union Church, Henderson Co., TN. Children:
1. Dora Angeline Essary.
2. Nathaniel Claibourne Essary.
3. Florence Essary.
Sarah Ann[4] Essary (Nathaniel Cosby, 6). Born, 18 Sep 1855. Died, 18 Mar 1924. Burial in Union Church, Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1870, in Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Henderson Co., TN.
She married Phillip R. Dennison, son of Chesley M. Dennison and Mary (Polly) Johnson. Born, 29 Sep 1853. Died, 24 Jan 1937, in Jackson, Madison Co., TN. Burial in Union Church, Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1870, in Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Henderson Co., TN. Children:
1. Hattie Mae[5] Dennison.
2. Minnie J. Dennison. Born, 15 Mar 1878. Died, 5 Feb 1954. Burial in Union Church, Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1937, in Jackson, Madison Co., TN. She married John L. Ingram, 15 Apr 1900, in Henderson Co., TN.
3. Eunice W. Dennison.
4. Maude L. Dennison. Born, Jul 1887. Census: 1900, in Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1937, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN. She married John Reed.
Louise/Louisa J.[4] Essary (Nathaniel Cosby, 6). Born, 4 Jan 1864, in Lone Elm., Henderson Co., TN. Died, 24 Mar 1952, in Lone Elm., Henderson Co., TN. Burial in Union Church, Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Henderson Co., TN. An obituary for her appears in the "Lexington Progress" for 28 March 1952. It mentions that she had been a member of Union Baptist Church since August 1885.
She married Henry Sherman Denison, son of Chesley M. Dennison and Mary (Polly) Johnson. Born, 4 Nov 1866. Died, 15 Jul 1934. Burial in Union Church, Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1870, in Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1910, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN. Children:
1. Herbert (Herby)[5] Dennison.
2. Lovie Lee Dennison.
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Mary Isabel (Belle)[4] Essary (Nathaniel Cosby, 6). Born, 8 Jun 1866, in Henderson Co., TN. Died, 10 Nov 1962. Burial in Union Church, Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1870, in Henderson Co., TN.
She married Abner McCall. Children:
1. Irene[5] McCall.
2. C. C. McCall. Resided: 1962, in Greenville, TN(?).
3. Gussie McCall. Born, 17 Sep 1895. Died, 30 Apr 1981. Burial in Union Church, Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1962, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN. She married Unknown Buck.
Felix[4] Powers. Born, circa 1851. Census: 1870, in Henderson Co., TN.
He married Margaret E. Born, circa 1855. Census: 1880, in Henderson Co., TN. Children:
1. Mary J.[5] Powers. Born, circa 1874. Census: 1880, in Henderson Co., TN.
2. Frances Powers. Born, circa 1877. Census: 1880, in Henderson Co., TN.
3. Leler Powers. Born, circa 1879. Census: 1880, in Henderson Co., TN.
William Washington[4] Powers. Born, Aug 1864. Census: 1870, in Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN.
He married, first, Bettie Permelia Roberts, daughter of Houston A. Roberts and Permelia E. Brasher, 16 Apr 1890, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 17 Nov 1865. Died, 13 Mar 1896. Burial in City Cem., Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Children:
1. Gertrude D.[5] Powers. Born, May 1891. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN.
2. Exie Powers. Born, Oct 1893. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN.
He married, second, Maggie E. Baugus, 17 Mar 1898, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, Apr 1866. Died, 1966. Burial in Salem Cem., Jeanette, Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. Children:
1. Infant Powers. Born, 28 Apr 1900. Died, 28 Apr 1900. Burial in City Cem., Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN.
Elijah[4] Powers. Born, Jan 1868. Census: 1870, in Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Henderson Co., TN.
He married Madaling. Born, Nov 1869. Census: 1900, in Henderson Co., TN. Children:
1. Chester D.[5] Powers. Born, Jul 1890. Census: 1900, in Henderson Co., TN.
2. Festus L. Powers. Born, Oct 1892. Census: 1900, in Henderson Co., TN.
3. Josie V. Powers. Born, Oct 1894. Census: 1900, in Henderson Co., TN.
4. William M. Powers. Born, Nov 1896. Census: 1900, in Henderson Co., TN.
5. Alpha L. Powers. Born, Nov 1898. Census: 1900, in Henderson Co., TN.
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Malise A. (Lizza)[4] Essary (J. Montgomery, 8). Born, 27 Sep 1862. Burial in Oak Grove Cem., Middleburg, Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1870, in Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Henderson Co., TN.
She married George Washington (Took) Bartholomew, son of Benjamin F. Bartholomew and Rebecca Ann Johnson, circa 1879. Born, 15 Jul 1855, in Middleburg, Henderson Co., TN. Died, 4 Nov 1924, in Henderson Co., TN. Burial in Oak Grove Cem., Middleburg, Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1870, in Henderson Co., TN. George Washington Bartholomew and his son James l. (Bud) Bartholomew were killed by Dan Powers in an election day shooting. This incident is reported in Auburn powers' "History of Henderson County, Tennessee." Children:
1. William Thomas (Tom)[5] Bartholomew.
2. James L. (Bud) Bartholomew.
3. Benjamin Bartholomew. Born, 24 Jan 1886, in Middleburg, Henderson Co., TN. Died, 11 Mar 1888. Burial in Oak Grove Cem., Middleburg, Henderson Co., TN.
4. Marvin Bartholomew. Born, 2 Nov 1888, in Middleburg, Henderson Co., TN. Died, 20 Sep 1898. Burial in Oak Grove Cem., Middleburg, Henderson Co., TN.
5. Larceny Bartholomew. Born, 15 Apr 1891, in Middleburg, Henderson Co., TN. Died, 18 Oct 1898. Burial in Oak Grove Cem., Middleburg, Henderson Co., TN.
6. Andrew W. Bartholomew. Born, Oct 1893, in Middleburg, Henderson Co., TN. Died, 1985. Burial in Judson Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1982, in Milan, Gibson Co., TN. He married Ellen (Ella) Teague, daughter of Adam (Add) Teague and Mary Jane Overman, 4 Oct 1917, in Henderson Co., TN.
7. Richard M. Bartholomew. Born, Mar 1896, in Middleburg, Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Henderson Co., TN. He married Vera Maness, 15 Oct 1914. Richard M. bartholomew is said to be buried at Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN.
8. Joseph (Joe) Bartholomew. Born, 30 Dec 1898, in Middleburg, Henderson Co., TN. Died, 9 Jan 1899. Burial in Oak Grove Cem., Middleburg, Henderson Co., TN.
9. Ada Bartholomew. Born, 1900, in Middleburg, Henderson Co., TN. Died, 1940. Burial in Oak Grove Cem., Middleburg, Henderson Co., TN. She married James A. (Jim) Teague, son of Adam (Add) Teague and Mary Jane Overman.
10. Albert Bartholomew. Born, 27 Apr 1902, in Middleburg, Henderson Co., TN. Died, 28 Dec 1912. Burial in Oak Grove Cem., Middleburg, Henderson Co., TN.
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Melvina I.[4] Powers. Born, 22 Jan 1855. Died, 13 Jul 1896. Burial in Smith Chapel, Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN.
She married George Washington (Wash) Bartholomew, son of Joseph John Bartholomew and Julia Ann Wallace, circa 1874. Born, 15 Jan 1849. Died, 7 Sep 1913. Burial in Mt. Zion Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1870, in Henderson Co., TN. George Washington Bartholomew died from injuries suffered during a tornado. Children:
1. William Henry[5] Bartholomew. Born, 9 Jul 1873, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, 11 May 1878. Burial in Smith Chapel, Henderson Co., TN.
2. Julia Ann Bartholomew.
3. Joseph M. Bartholomew. Born, circa 1877, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. Resided in Manilla, Mississippi Co., AR.
4. George W. Bartholomew. Born, 5 Sep 1879, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, 16 Oct 1929, in Manilla, Mississippi Co., AR. Burial in Smith Chapel, Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. He married Marion H. Moore, 18 Apr 1897, in Henderson Co., TN.
Bennett L.[4] Powers. Born, 22 Jul 1857, in Henderson Co., TN. Died, 8 Feb 1927, in Henderson Co., TN. Burial in Judson Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Henderson Co., TN. Occupation: Minister.
He married Susan Frances Long, daughter of John Almer Long and Louisa Jane Boren, circa 1875. Born, 25 Dec 1859, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, 18 Mar 1926, in Henderson Co., TN. Burial in Judson Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Children:
1. Leora Belle[5] Powers.
2. Louisa Fannie Powers. Born, Aug 1879, in Henderson Co., TN. Died, 1941, in Henderson Co., TN. Burial in Judson Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Henderson Co., TN. Louisa Fannie Powers never married.
3. Mauddenie Powers.
4. Luther Madison Powers.
5. Oscar Lee Powers. Born, 30 Jun 1887, in TX. Died, 1928, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN. Burial in Elwood Cem., Shelby Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Henderson Co., TN. Oscar Lee Powers died from an explosion on a Mississippi River barge.
6. Virginia H. Powers. Born, Mar 1890. Census: 1900, in Henderson Co., TN. She married J. H. DePriest.
7. Sarepta/Sarah J. Powers. Born, 28 Jun 1892. Died, 20 Feb 1978. Census: 1900, in Henderson Co., TN. She married James Haskey Loftin, 13 Feb 1917.
8. Roger M. Powers. Born, Mar 1895. Burial in CA. Census: 1900, in Henderson Co., TN.
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Evander Etheredge[4] Powers. Born, 30 Jan 1860, in Scotts Hill, TN. Died, Jan 1941, in Scotts Hill, TN. Burial in Judson Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1870, in Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Henderson Co., TN.
He married Kizzie Averett, daughter of John Averett and Mary J. Born, 1869, in Linden, Perry Co., TN. Died, Oct 1945, in Scotts Hill, TN. Burial in Judson Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Henderson Co., TN. Children:
1. Edgar N.[5] Powers.
2. Arthur L. Powers. Born, Oct 1893. Census: 1900, in Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1981, in Knoxville, Knox Co., TN.
3. Unia Powers.
4. Jessie C. Powers. Born, 14 Feb 1899. Died, 18 Feb 1921. Burial in Judson Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Henderson Co., TN.
5. Ida A. Powers.
6. Lillian Powers. Died, before 1981. Resided: 1975, in Jackson, Hinds Co., MS. She married Unknown Bartholomew.
7. Alsie Powers.
8. Carrie Lou Powers.
9. Essie Powers. Died, before 1981. Resided: 1975, in Shelbyville, Bedford Co., TN. She married Virgil P. Long.
Andrew (Andy)[4] Powers. Born, 30 Oct 1862. Died, 13 Sep 1927. Burial in Judson Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1870, in Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Henderson Co., TN.
He married, first, Georgia A. Bartholomew, daughter of James C. Bartholomew and Sarah Ann. Born, 14 Oct 1865. Died, 18 Dec 1918. Birth(2): 1860. Burial in Judson Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1870, in Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Henderson Co., TN. Children:
1. Henry A.[5] Powers. Born, 30 Dec 1885. Died, 11 Sep 1903. Burial in Judson Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Henderson Co., TN.
2. Orlena Justine Powers.
3. Ollie Powers.
4. Etta Powers. Born, Oct 1894. Census: 1900, in Henderson Co., TN.
5. Zora Powers. Born, Sep 1899. Census: 1900, in Henderson Co., TN.
He married, second, Arbie G., circa 1919. Born, 17 Sep 1880. Died, 18 Jan 1921. Burial in Judson Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Children:
1. Infant Son Powers. Born, 20 Oct 1920. Died, 20 Oct 1920. Burial in Judson Cem., Henderson Co., TN.
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Martha Tayton[4] Essary (George Washington, 10). Born, 14 Mar 1866. Died, 10 May 1961, in Jackson, Madison Co., TN. Burial in Bear Creek Cem., Decatur Co., TN.
She married Francis Jordan Chumney, son of Beverly R. Chumney and Susan Catherine Hill. Born, 1861, in TN. Died, 1932. Burial in Myracle Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1870, in Henderson Co., TN. Children:
1. Lawrence L.[5] Chumney.
2. Virgil Jefferson Chumney.
3. Ezra Chumney. Born, 6 Sep 1893. Died, Jul 1924. Burial in Myracle Cem., Decatur Co., TN.
4. W. B. Chumney. Born, 15 Aug 1896. Died, 15 Aug 1899. Burial in Myracle Cem., Decatur Co., TN.
5. Millie Attrice Chumney.
6. John Gainess Chumney.
7. Ulys Chumney. Resided: 1961, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN. Resided: 1975, in Walnut, Tippah Co., MS.
8. Cledge Chumney.
Louisa Angelina[4] Essary (George Washington, 10). Born, 31 Jul 1868. Died, 11 Aug 1935. Burial in Union Church, Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1870, in Henderson Co., TN.
She married Orron Calvin Milam, son of John Calvin Milam and Keziah Bennett, after 1885. Born, 18 Dec 1859. Died, 6 May 1938, in Middleburg, Henderson Co., TN. Burial in Union Church, Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1870, in Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Henderson Co., TN. Children:
1. Ellen A.[5] Milam. Born, Jun 1887. Census: 1900, in Henderson Co., TN. She married G. G. Bartholomew, 29 Dec 1904, in Henderson Co., TN.
2. William J. Milam. Born, 19 Jan 1890. Died, 13 Sep 1890. Burial in Union Church, Henderson Co., TN.
3. Orron C./Calvin O. Milam.
4. A. L./Acalee Milam.
5. Fleatie A. Milam.
6. Ledie/Leva Milam. Born, circa 1902. Census: 1910, in Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1987, in Jackson, Madison Co., TN. She married Unknown Veteto.
7. Granville Ora Milam. Born, 2 Dec 1904. Died, 29 Jul 1987, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN. Census: 1910, in Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1958, in Scotts Hill, Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1969, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN. Occupation: Teacher. He married, first, Hazel Ann Goff, daughter of Lester Franklin Goff and Minnie Taylor Minton, 22 Feb 1945, in Rossville, Walker Co., GA. Divorce, before 1964. He married, second, Pauline Blankenship, 19 Oct 1958, in Henderson Co., TN. He married, third, Edna H. Booth, 23 Dec 1964. A military marker as a footstone to his grave notes "Cpl US Army World War II."
8. Robert H. Milam. Born, circa 1908. Census: 1910, in Henderson Co., TN.
9. James Milam. Born, circa 1910. Census: 1910, in Henderson Co., TN.
10. Luther H. Milam. Born, Jun 1914. Died, 1969, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN. Burial in Bear Creek Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Henderson Co., TN. Occupation: Teacher. He married Lillie Hudson.
11. Hezekiah Milam. Hezekiah Milam is listed as a son in an obituary for O. C. Milam.
12. Athel Milam. He married Audrey Rhodes, 15 Feb 1937, in Henderson Co., TN. Athel is listed as a son in an obituary for O. C. Milam.
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Charlie[4] Essary (George Washington, 10). Died, 1934.
He married Mary Pierce. Born, 28 Nov 1869. Died, 2 Jun 1944. Burial in Oak Grove Cem., Middleburg, Henderson Co., TN. Children:
1. L. Drew[5] Johnson. Born, 9 Nov 1893. Died, 15 Jan 1968. Burial in Oak Grove Cem., Middleburg, Henderson Co., TN. He married Etter P.
Frances (Fannie) Katherine[4] Essary (William Peyton, 11). Born, 22 Feb 1874. Died, 9 Apr 1957, in Jackson, Madison Co., TN. Burial in Union Church, Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1950, in Chesterfield, Henderson Co., TN.
She married John Thomas Moore, son of Green G. Moore and Elizabeth Jane Hendricks. Born, 23 Feb 1865, in Moore's Hill, Henderson Co., TN. Died, 21 Jul 1943, in Chesterfield, Henderson Co., TN. Burial in Union Church, Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1870, in Henderson Co., TN. Occupation: Merchant/Post. Children:
1. Pattie Marie[5] Moore.
2. Kathleen Moore. Resided: 1943, in Ruston, Lincoln Co., LA. Resided: 1957, in Ruston, Lincoln Co., LA. She married R. J. Simmons.
3. Sue Moore. Resided: 1943, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN. Resided: 1957, in Millington, Shelby Co., TN. She married Leo Reed.
Olevia Jane[4] Essary (William Peyton, 11). Born, 19 Dec 1879. Died, 25 Sep 1950, in Chesterfield, Henderson Co., TN. Burial in Union Church, Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1933, in Chesterfield, Henderson Co., TN. Olevia (Evans) Essary was a member of Union Baptist Church.
She married Ellis Martin Evans. Born, 9 Apr 1875. Died, 20 Feb 1954. Burial in Union Church, Henderson Co., TN. Occupation: Grocer. Children:
1. Ernest[5] Evans. Born, 13 Oct 1902. Died, 11 Oct 1904.
2. E. Bradley Evans.
3. Frances Lounell Evans.
4. Wilhoit Evans.
5. Joseph Ellis Evans.
6. Lee Helen Evans. Resided: 1950, in Chesterfield, Henderson Co., TN.
7. James Thomas Evans.
William Thomas[4] Grimsley. Born, 1866, in Shady Hill, Henderson Co., TN. Died, 1935, in Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Peace Chapel, Decatur Co., TN.
He married Mary E. Blackburn, daughter of R. H. Blackburn and Elizabeth (Betty) Morgan, 1891, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN. Born, 1875. Died, 1966. Birth(2): Sep 1873. Burial in Peace Chapel, Decatur Co., TN. Children:
1. Luther H.[5] Grimsley. Born, 1903. Burial in Peace Chapel, Decatur Co., TN. He married Clara L.
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Dora Angeline[5] Essary (John Larkin, 14). Born, 18 Dec 1876. Died, 16 Apr 1958. Burial in Union Church, Henderson Co., TN.
She married William Gaston Frizzell, son of William Louis Frizzell and Matilda Caroline Cavness, 30 Jul 1896, in Henderson Co., TN. Born, 22 Feb 1866. Died, 19 Nov 1940. Burial in Union Church, Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1870, in Henderson Co., TN. Children:
1. Euma Glynn[6] Frizzell. Born, 4 Dec 1897. Died, 4 Dec 1897. Burial in Union Church, Henderson Co., TN.
2. Rex Essary Frizzell. Resided: 1960, in Chesterfield, Henderson Co., TN.
3. Euel Guy Frizzell. Born, 4 Dec 1897. Died, 5 Apr 1981. Burial in Union Church, Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1960, in Knoxville, Knox Co., TN. He married Lorena C. A note on his tombstone reads "Grand Master of Masons in Tenn. 1959."
4. Edie Ruth Frizzell.
5. Roy Wesley Frizzell. Born, 1903. Died, 1967. Burial in Union Church, Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1960, in Chesterfield, Henderson Co., TN. He married Ramelle, 10 Dec 1926.
6. William Carl Frizzell.
7. N. Dent Frizzell. Born, 1909. Died, 1984. Burial in Union Church, Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1960, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN. He married Gail E.
8. John L. Frizzell. Resided: 1960, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN.
Nathaniel Claibourne[5] Essary (John Larkin, 14). Born, 9 Jul 1880. Died, 1926, in Venezuela. Burial in Caracas, Venezuela. Occupation: Wildcatter. Nathaniel Claiborne Essary was a wildcatter who worked for a major oil company and went to Venezuela to drill for oil. He had an operation for acute appendicitis and died of gangrene.
He married, first, Mary Isabella (Isie) Myracle, daughter of John Cox Pinkney Myracle and Mary Ann Bell. License, 14 Jul 1899, in Henderson Co., TN. Divorce, circa 1905. Born, 3 Nov 1877, in Henderson Co., TN. Died, 5 Aug 1950, in Chesterfield, Henderson Co., TN. Burial in Union Church, Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. Mary Isabella Myracle and her first husband Nathaniel Claiborne Essary took over the Myracle farm, sold it, and moved to Texas. After their divorce, Mary returned to Henderson County to raise her two children. She remarried after her first husband's death. She died of cancer. Children:
1. Maude Ray[6] Essary.
2. John Larkin Essary.
He married, second, Unknown. Children:
1. Pauline Essary.
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Florence[5] Essary (John Larkin, 14). Born, 1882. Died, 1970. Burial in Union Church, Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Henderson Co., TN.
She married, first, Arthur L. Dennison, son of Robert Lafayette (Fate) Denison and Dovie A. Douglas. Born, Aug 1879. Died, 1919. Burial in Union Church, Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Henderson Co., TN. Children:
1. Noble Essary[6] Denison. Born, 18 Jan 1908. Died, 6 Jun 1908. Burial in Union Church, Henderson Co., TN.
2. Robert L. Dennison.
3. Rena Dennison. She married Milza McPeake, 9 Aug 1926, in Henderson Co., TN.
4. Nellie M. Dennison. Born, 1914. She married E. E. (Battler) Johnson.
5. Eula Mae Dennison. She married Howard Mitchell Wyatt.
She married, second, Phillip H. Lindsey, 28 Dec 1919, in Henderson Co., TN. Born, Jan 1884. Died, May 1923. Burial in Union Church, Henderson Co., TN.
Hattie Mae[5] Dennison. Born, Apr 1876. Died, 1957. Burial in Union Church, Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1937, in Jackson, Madison Co., TN.
She married Joseph Iley Frizzell, son of William Louis Frizzell and Matilda Caroline Cavness. Born, 1874. Died, 1959. Burial in Union Church, Henderson Co., TN. Children:
1. Annie Lois[6] Frizzell. Born, 8 Mar 1902. Died, 8 Jun 1904. Burial in Union Church, Henderson Co., TN.
2. Opal Frizzell. Born, 6 Feb 1905. Died, 29 Mar 1993. Burial in Union Church, Henderson Co., TN. She married Unknown Shearin.
3. Nell Frizzell. Born, 24 Aug 1908. Died, 15 Jul 1909. Burial in Union Church, Henderson Co., TN.
4. Louis/Lewis Frizzell.
Eunice W.[5] Dennison. Born, Mar 1885. Died, 1956. Burial in Union Church, Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1947, in Jackson, Madison Co., TN.
He married Maude Elizabeth Derryberry, daughter of Henderson D. Clark Derryberry and Nancy Jane (Nannie) Reed, 18 May 1904, in Lone Elm, Henderson Co., TN. Born, 1 Oct 1882, in Henderson Co., TN. Died, 19 Sep 1968, in Huntsville, Madison Co., AL. Burial in Union Church, Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1962, in Jackson, Madison Co., TN. Children:
1. Mary Magdaline (Maxie)[6] Dennison.
2. Exie Dennison. Born, 27 May 1906, in Chesterfield, Henderson Co., TN. Died, 6 Feb 1913. Burial in Union Church, Henderson Co., TN.
3. Anna Jane Dennison.
4. Victoria (Vic) Dennison.
5. Estell Dennison. Born, 15 Oct 1911, in Chesterfield, Henderson Co., TN. Died, 17 Feb 1913. Burial in Union Church, Henderson Co., TN.
6. Eunice Washington Dennison. Born, 12 Jun 1920, in Chesterfield, Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1947, in Jackson, Madison Co., TN. Resided: 1992, in Jackson, Madison Co., TN. He married Dorothy Stafford, 19 May 1944.
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Herbert (Herby)[5] Dennison. Born, 1882. Died, 1965. Burial in Union Church, Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1952, in Huntingdon, Carroll Co., TN.
He married Beulah Walker, daughter of William Henry Walker and Nancy G. Roberts. Born, 1886. Died, 1970. Burial in Union Church, Henderson Co., TN. Children:
1. Ruby Elizabeth[6] Dennison. Born, 1907. Census: 1910, in Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1993, in Chesterfield, Henderson Co., TN. She married James Benton Lockhart.
2. Carl Henry Dennison.
3. Eve/Eva Dennison. Resided: 1993, in Paris, Henry Co., TN. She married Wilburn Brewer, 17 Aug 1940, in Decatur Co., TN.
Lovie Lee[5] Dennison. Born, 31 Jul 1889, in Henderson Co., TN. Died, 15 Apr 1971, in Chesterfield, Henderson Co., TN. Burial in Union Church, Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1952, in Chesterfield, Henderson Co., TN. Lovie died of cancer of the jaw.
She married William Andrew (Will) Derryberry, son of Henderson D. Clark Derryberry and Nancy Jane (Nannie) Reed, 9 Oct 1909, in Henderson Co., TN. Born, 1 Jul 1889, in Lone Elm, Henderson Co., TN. Died, 3 Nov 1962, in Chesterfield, Henderson Co., TN. Burial in Union Church, Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1920, in Henderson Co., TN. Occupation: Dairy Farmer. William Andrew Derryberry died of choking following a stroke. An obituary for him appears in the "Lexington Progress," 8 November 1962. Children:
1. Infant[6] Derryberry. Born, 30 Jan 1911, in Lone Elm, Henderson Co., TN. Died, 30 Jan 1911. Burial in Union Church, Henderson Co., TN.
2. William Earl Derryberry. Born, 15 Jul 1915, in Lone Elm, Henderson Co., TN. Died, 9 Apr 1991, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN. Burial in Union Church, Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1920, in Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1955, in Chesterfield, Henderson Co., TN. An obituary for William Earl Derryberry in the "Lexington Progress" for 17 April 1991 does not list a spouse or children.
3. James Edward Derryberry.
4. Guy Fay Derryberry. Born, 15 Sep 1924, in Lone Elm, Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1955, in Chesterfield, Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1993, in Chesterfield, Henderson Co., TN. Guy Fay Derryberry owned the John Deere tractor dealership in Lexington from 1964 to 1979.
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Irene[5] McCall.
She married James E. Gibson, son of J. H. Gibson and Rachael Woods, 23 Dec 1917. Born, 31 Jul 1879. Died, 23 Jul 1933. Children:
1. Henry[6] Gibson. Born, circa 1921.
2. Ruth Gibson. Born, circa 1928.
William Thomas (Tom)[5] Bartholomew. Born, 1880, in Middleburg, Henderson Co., TN. Died, 1961. Burial in Methodist Cem., Scotts Hill, Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Henderson Co., TN.
He married Rosa Lee (Rosie) Mitchell, daughter of Jackson Overstreet (Jack) Mitchell and Elizabeth (Betty) Jane Chumney. Born, Sep 1883. Died, 1963. Burial in Methodist Cem., Scotts Hill, Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Henderson Co., TN. Children:
1. Sena (Acenah)[6] Bartholomew.
2. Lena J. Bartholomew.
3. George Bartholomew. Died, before 1985. He married Loye Rogers, 29 Aug 1928, in Decatur Co., TN.
4. James Leo Bartholomew.
5. Haywood Mitchell Bartholomew. Resided: 1985, in Cedar Grove, Carroll Co., TN. He married Marie Warren.
6. Hazel Bartholomew. Resided: 1985, in Whiteville, Hardeman Co., TN. She married Tom Campbell, 29 Dec 1936, in Decatur Co., TN.
James L. (Bud)[5] Bartholomew. Born, 18 May 1883, in Middleburg, Henderson Co., TN. Died, 4 Nov 1924, in Middleburg, Henderson Co., TN. Burial in Oak Grove Cem., Middleburg, Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Henderson Co., TN.
He married, first, Donna Mae Rogers, daughter of M. Lafayette Rogers and Silva Josephine Martin, 5 Nov 1903, in Henderson Co., TN. Born, 1887. Died, 1917. Burial in Oak Grove Cem., Middleburg, Henderson Co., TN. Children:
1. Vera[6] Bartholomew.
2. Joel Bartholomew. Born, 4 Jun 1917. Died, 25 Aug 1917. Burial in Oak Grove Cem., Middleburg, Henderson Co., TN.
He married, second, Estella Thornton, daughter of John T. Thornton and Mary Jane Austin, 1 Dec 1917, in Decatur Co., TN.
Julia Ann[5] Bartholomew. Born, 1875, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, 1951. Burial in Mt. Zion Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1920, in Decatur Co., TN.
She married, first, Rubin Powers, son of William Meek Powers and Alaphine Jane Lewis, 8 Aug 1899. Born, 10 Feb 1883. Died, 22 Sep 1900. Rubin Powers died of tetanus after stepping on a rusty nail. Children:
1. Washington Ruben[6] Powers.
She married, second, Samuel David Dunavant, son of William Arch Dunavant and Sallie A. Currin, 28 Aug 1902, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 19 Jul 1870. Died, 1938. Burial in Mt. Zion Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1920, in Decatur Co., TN. Children:
1. Walter Henry Dunavant.
2. James Bedford Dunavant.
3. Zephry Dunavant. Born, 19 Dec 1908. Died, 24 Apr 1912. Burial in Mt. Zion Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1910, in Decatur Co., TN.
4. Samuel David (Sammie) Dunavant.
5. Flossie Mae Dunavant.
6. Bobby Alton Dunavant. Born, circa 1916. Census: 1920, in Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1977, in Blytheville, Mississippi Co., AR. He married Hazel Campbell, 11 Aug 1939, in Decatur Co., TN. In 1972 Alton Dunavant was living in St. Louis, St. Louis Co., MO.
7. Georgia Opal Dunavant.
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Leora Belle[5] Powers (Bennett L., 23). Born, Dec 1877. Died, 1967. Burial in Judson Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Henderson Co., TN.
She married Ben D. (Doraty?) Powers, son of William Meek Powers and Alaphine Jane Lewis. Born, 26 Mar 1874. Died, 1949. Burial in Judson Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Henderson Co., TN. Children:
1. Susan B.[6] Powers. Born, Aug 1897. Census: 1900, in Henderson Co., TN.
2. Roy G. Powers. Born, 15 Jan 1899. Died, 5 Nov 1900. Burial in Judson Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Henderson Co., TN.
3. Estelle Powers.
4. Dewey Sampson Powers.
5. Eunice H. Powers. Born, 1911. Died, 1990. Burial in Rock Hill Cem., Henderson Co., TN. He married Bertha Mae Deere.
Mauddenie[5] Powers (Bennett L., 23). Born, 27 Nov 1881. Died, 9 Jan 1915. Burial in Mt. Tabor Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Mauddenia committed suicide by hanging herself in the smokehouse.
She married James McNeal, son of R. M. McNeal (McNeil) and Mary, 24 Dec 1899, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, 1952. Burial in Refige Cem., Lake co., TN. Children:
1. Myrtle J.[6] NcNeal. Born, 14 Oct 1900. Died, 14 Dec 1983. Burial in Bear Creek Cem., Decatur Co., TN. She married James Elmer Coats, son of Franklin (Frank) Coats and Martha Malisa Taylor.
2. John Edgar McNeal. Born, 1902. Died, 1985. He married, first, Leecy Moody, 20 Jan 1924. He married, second, Flossie Patterson, circa 1977.
3. Beulah McNeal.
4. Willie McNeal. Died, 1991, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN.
5. Mary McNeal. Died, before 1991. Resided: circa 1985, in IA. She married Unknown Goodwin.
6. Other Children. The research of Sara Thomas also lists children Mattie and Ona Mae.
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Luther Madison[5] Powers (Bennett L., 23). Born, 17 Jan 1885. Died, 1961, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN. Burial in Lexington Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Henderson Co., TN. Occupation: Railroad.
He married, first, May Daws. Born, 1901.

He married, second, Minnie Lee McPeake. Born, 1887, in Henderson Co., TN. Died, 1957, in Dyersburg, Henderson Co., TN. Burial in Rock Hill Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Children:
1. Toppie[6] Powers.
2. Willie Louise Powers.
3. Infant Son Powers. Born, 1909, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN. Died, 27 Jan 1909. Burial in Rock Hill Cem., Henderson Co., TN.
4. Infant Daughter Powers. Born, 1910, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN. Died, 29 Aug 1910. Burial in Rock Hill Cem., Henderson Co., TN.
5. Raymond Powers.
6. Elta Powers. Born, 14 Jul 1914, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN. Died, 4 Jan 1921, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN. Burial in Rock Hill Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Elta Powers died of heart failure.
7. Helen Powers.
8. Luther Madison Powers.
Edgar N.[5] Powers (Evander Etheredge, 24). Born, 5 Sep 1892. Died, 18 Oct 1916. Burial in Judson Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Henderson Co., TN.
He married Ellen (Ella) Teague, daughter of Adam (Add) Teague and Mary Jane Overman. Born, 1896. Died, 1980. Burial in Judson Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Children:
1. Elco[6] Powers. Born, before 1917.
Unia[5] Powers (Evander Etheredge, 24). Born, 9 Aug 1897, in Scotts Hill, TN. Died, 8 Apr 1996. Burial in New Hope Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1992, in Wildersville, Henderson Co., TN.
She married Troy Walter McCollum, son of John Frazier McCollum and L. Catherine White, 9 Aug 1916, in Shady Hill, Henderson Co., TN. Born, 11 Jun 1889, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN. Died, 4 Feb 1988, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN. Burial in New Hope Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Children:
1. Paul[6] McCollum. Born, 22 Aug 1917, in Scotts Hill, TN. Resided: 1996, in Jackson, Madison Co., TN. He married Hazel Jowers.
2. Coy Edward McCollum. Born, 19 Jan 1920, in Scotts Hill, TN. Resided: 1996, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN. He married Josie Arnelle Horn, 6 Jan 1940, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN.
3. Madge McCollum. Born, 15 Aug 1923, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1996, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN. She married Thomas Meadows.
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Ida A.[5] Powers (Evander Etheredge, 24). Born, 10 Jan 1901. Died, 12 Jun 1981, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Ida (Powers) Myracle was a member of Scotts Hill Baptist Church. She had worked in a cafeteria in Ann Arbor, Michigan.
She married Jesse L. Myracle, son of William Alex Myracle and Margaret Alexe Moore, 6 Oct 1918, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 27 Sep 1898. Died, 21 Sep 1959. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1920, in Decatur Co., TN. Children:
1. Linda Mae[6] Myracle. Resided: 1981, in Scotts Hill, TN. She married Unknown Johnson.
2. Hettie Myracle.
3. Hattie Myracle.
Alsie[5] Powers (Evander Etheredge, 24). Born, 29 Oct 1903. Died, 19 Apr 1975, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN. Burial in Judson Cem., Henderson Co., TN.
She married, first, Jeesie W. Scott. Born, 1900. Died, 1934. Burial in Judson Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Children:
1. James O.[6] Scott. Resided: 1975, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN.
2. John A. Scott. Born, 24 Nov 1923. Died, 4 Feb 1982. Burial in Judson Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1975, in Scotts Hill, TN. He married Maerene Hays. A military marker on his grave notes "MM3 US Navy World War II."
3. Iris Scott. Resided: 1975, in Columbus, Franklin Co., OH. She married Unknown Wheat.
4. Lou Scott. Resided: 1975, in Scotts Hill, TN. She married Unknown Moody.
She married, second, Lester Franklin Fisher, son of George H. Fisher and Nona Lee Broadway, after 1934. Born, 1 Sep 1914. Died, 25 Mar 1988. Burial in Judson Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Children:
1. Prilla Fisher Scott. Resided: 1975, in Bridgeport, Douglas Co., WA. She married Unknown Norwood.
Carrie Lou[5] Powers (Evander Etheredge, 24). Born, circa 1905. Died, 16 Oct 1992, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1981, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Teacher. She was home economics teacher at Decaturville High School for many years.
She married Reuben Lee Haney, son of R. Wes Haney and Mollie Belle White. Born, circa 1902. Died, 23 Jan 1993, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1992, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Teacher. Ruben Lee Haney "was a member of the Methodist Church for 75 years, where he had served in every area of leadership, including Sunday School superintendent, teacher, and member of the Methodist Men of Decaturville's First United Methodist Church. He received his Master's Degree from Memphis State University, and was a charter member of the Decaturville Lion's Club. "He began teaching school as principal of Dover Elementary School in 1926, and was Decatur County school superintendent for a four-year term in the 1930's. He resigned to be director of the WPA 1935-1942 for Decatur, Henderson, Chester and McNairy Counties. "He was owner and founder of Wylie and Haney Funeral Home from 1940-48. He went back to teaching school retiring from Riverside High School in 1967. He was a member of Decatur County Retired Teachers Association, Library Board and Senior Citizens." [obituary, "Parsons News Leader," 27 January 1993] Children:
1. Franklin David[6] Haney. Resided: 1992, in Louisville, Jefferson Co., KY.
2. Donald Lee Haney. Resided: 1992, in El Paso, El Paso Co., TX.
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Orlena Justine[5] Powers (Andrew (Andy), 25). Born, 31 May 1889. Died, 20 May 1920. Burial in Smith Chapel, Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Henderson Co., TN.
She married Ovie Otto Mitchell, son of Jackson Overstreet (Jack) Mitchell and Elizabeth (Betty) Jane Chumney. Born, Jun 1885. Died, 1953. Burial in Smith Chapel, Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1920, in Henderson Co., TN. Children:
1. Glenna[6] Mitchell.
2. A. J. Mitchell. He married Melanie Campbell.
3. Clara Lee Mitchell.
4. Ezra E. Mitchell. Born, 13 Jun 1915. Died, 16 Jan 1918. Burial in Smith Chapel, Henderson Co., TN.
5. Infant Son Mitchell. Born, 1920. Census: 1920, in Henderson Co., TN.
Ollie[5] Powers (Andrew (Andy), 25). Born, 2 Oct 1893. Died, 3 Oct 1931. Burial in Judson Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Henderson Co., TN.
She married Lonnie G. McPeake. Born, 25 Feb 1894. Died, 25 Nov 1966. Burial in Judson Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Children:
1. Opal[6] McPeake. Born, 21 Jul 1911. Died, 21 Nov 1912. Burial in Judson Cem., Henderson Co., TN.
2. Andrew McPeake. Born, 28 Nov 1915. Resided: 1979, in Pontiac, Oakland Co., MI. He married Electa, 22 Dec 1934.
3. Mather C. McPeake. Born, 27 Oct 1924. Died, 9 Mar 1925. Burial in Judson Cem., Henderson Co., TN.
4. Fred McPeake. Resided: 1979, in Knoxville, Knox Co., TN.
5. Hope McPeake. Resided: 1975, in Greenville, Greenville Co., SC. She married Wynn.
Lawrence L.[5] Chumney. Born, 31 Aug 1885. Died, 2 Nov 1920. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN.
He married Nora Ward, daughter of William H. Ward and Clementine Rone, 14 Feb 1915, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 24 Apr 1892. Died, 19 Dec 1920. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Children:
1. Juanita[6] Chumney. Resided: 1991, in Jackson, Madison Co., TN. She married Hayes Kee, 25 Dec 1938, in Henderson Co., TN.
Virgil Jefferson[5] Chumney. Born, circa 1889. Died, May 1976, in Selmer, McNairy Co., TN. Burial in Adamsville Cem., McNairy Co., TN. Resided: 1961, in Adamsville, McNairy Co., TN.
He married Margaret (Maggie) Long, daughter of William Jess Long and Mollie Melvina Thomas, 14 Oct 1914, in Henderson Co., TN. Born, Jun 1899. Resided: 1950, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1992, in Adamsville, McNairy Co., TN. Children:
1. Burchiel Watt[6] Chumney. Resided: 1976, in Cleveland, Bradley Co., TN.
2. Hazel Evelyn Chumney. Resided: 1975, in Adamsville, McNairy Co., TN.
3. Mary Frances Chumney. Resided: 1975, in Adamsville, McNairy Co., TN. She married, first, Lucian Alexander, 18 Feb 1939, in Decatur Co., TN. She married, second, Unknown Nichols, before 1975.
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Millie Attrice[5] Chumney. Born, 31 Oct 1898. Died, 14 Aug 1928. Burial in Hopewell Cem., Decatur Co., TN. for the purposes of this database, Millie Attrice Chumney is assigned arbitrarily as a daughter of Francis Jordan Chumney and Martha Essary. She cannot be identified with parents in census data for Tennessee. The family of Francis Jordan Chumney seems to be missing from the census. The family seems to have lived near Beacon and some of the known children lived in Parsons.
She married Ernest Franklin (Frank) Rhodes, 26 Apr 1914, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 15 Sep 1891. Died, 15 Nov 1956. Burial in Hopewell Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Children:
1. Lura Mae[6] Rhodes.
2. Jessie L. Rhoades. Born, 17 Sep 1917. Died, 17 Sep 1917. Burial in Hopewell Cem., Decatur Co., TN.
John Gainess[5] Chumney. Born, 1908. Died, 1980. Burial in Bear Creek Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1961, in Chicago, Cook Co., IL. Resided: 1975, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN.
He married Jessie Houston, daughter of Newton Albert (King) Houston and Mary Curry. Born, 1909. Died, 10 Mar 1991, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Bear Creek Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Children:
1. Albert Jordan[6] Chumney. Born, 22 Oct 1933. Died, 23 Aug 1986. Burial in Bear Creek Cem., Decatur Co., TN.
2. Lloyd Vernon Chumney.
Cledge[5] Chumney. Resided: 1961, in Hohenwald, Lewis Co., TN. Resided: 1975, in Hohenwald, Lewis Co., TN.
He married Alma Houston, daughter of Newton Albert (King) Houston and Mary Curry. Born, 16 Jan 1906. Died, 27 Mar 1990, in Jackson, Madison Co., TN. Burial in Bear Creek Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Children:
1. Rex[6] Chumney.
2. Floyd Chumney.
Orron C./Calvin O.[5] Milam. Born, Mar 1892. Died, 1962. Burial in Union Church, Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1955, in Chesterfield, Henderson Co., TN.
He married Hattie M. Johnson, daughter of Thomas Jefferson Johnson and Florence Rushing, 18 Nov 1919, in Henderson Co., TN. Born, 25 Feb 1903, in Henderson Co., TN. Died, 12 Nov 1982, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN. Burial in Judson Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Resided: after 1953, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN. Children:
1. Vann[6] Milam. Born, 1915. Resided: 1955, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. He married Mildred Lucille Davis, daughter of William Shadrack (Shade) Davis and Alice Artelia (Tela) Scott, 11 Mar 1939, in Decatur Co., TN.
2. Oren Calvin Milam. Born, 27 Sep 1934. Died, 11 Jun 1955. Burial in Judson Cem., Henderson Co., TN.
3. Inez Milam. Resided: 1955, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN. Resided: 1982, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN.
4. Dora Milam. Resided: 1955, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN. Resided: 1982, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN.
5. Rita Milam. Resided: 1955, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN. Resided: 1982, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN. She married Unknown Burgess.
6. May Milam. Resided: 1955, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN. Resided: 1982, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN. She married, first, J. L. Tulley. She married, second, Unknown Beck.
7. Tom Milam. Resided: 1982, in Tifton, Tift Co., GA.
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A. L./Acalee[5] Milam. Born, Jun 1894. Died, 1965. Burial in Palestine Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Henderson Co., TN.
He married, first, Bertha L. Johnson, daughter of Thomas Henry Johnson and Mary Pierce. Born, 1896. Died, 1933, in Henderson Co., TN. Burial in Oak Grove Cem., Middleburg, Henderson Co., TN. Bertha L. Milam drowned in Cane Creek in August 1933. In September her husband A. L. Milam was charged with her murder. He was tried and found not guilty in December 1933. Children:
1. Ray[6] Milam.
2. Ralph Milam.
3. L. B. Milam.
4. Ruth Milam. Born, 28 Nov 1916. Died, 21 Mar 1981. Burial in Pentecostal Cem., Scotts Hill, Decatur Co., TN. She married Robert Edward (Bob) Goff, son of Lester Franklin Goff and Minnie Taylor Minton, 29 Aug 1931, in Decatur Co., TN.
He married, second, Linnie Mae Britt, 24 Sep 1934, in Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1996. Children:
1. L. A. Milam.
2. Roxie Milam. Resided: 1996, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN. She married Unknown Wallace.
3. Virginia Faye (Ginny) Milam.
Fleatie A.[5] Milam. Born, Dec 1899. Died, 1984. Burial in Union Church, Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1969, in Jackson, Madison Co., TN.
She married Unknown Stanfill. Children:
1. Coy W.[6] Stanfill. Born, 1 Jan 1923. Died, 13 Aug 1962. Burial in Union Church, Henderson Co., TN. The military marker which marks his grave notes "Tennessee PFC 393 Infantry World War II-BSM-PH."
Pattie Marie[5] Moore. Born, 1893. Died, 1951. Resided: 1943, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN.
She married William Hershell Long, son of William Jess Long and Mollie Melvina Thomas. Born, 1895. Died, 1964. Census: 1920, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1950, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Children:
1. Mary Katherine[6] Long.
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E. Bradley[5] Evans. Born, 1903. Died, 1984. Burial in Union Church, Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1950, in Chesterfield, Henderson Co., TN.
He married Gustava McPeake, 28 Jun 1928. Born, 1908. Children:
1. Patsy June[6] Evans.
2. Peggy Jean Evans. She married John Hall.
Frances Lounell[5] Evans. Resided: 1950, in Nashville, Davidson Co., TN.
She married Dewey Owens. Children:
1. Bobby[6] Owens.
2. Willaim (Billy) Owens.
Wilhoit[5] Evans. Born, 15 Oct 1905. Died, 18 Feb 1973. Burial in Union Church, Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1950, in Chesterfield, Henderson Co., TN.
He married Cora McPeake. Born, 14 Jan 1905. Died, 16 Jul 1984. Burial in Union Church, Henderson Co., TN. Children:
1. Wilma Dean[6] Evans.
Joseph Ellis[5] Evans. Born, 1912. Resided: 1950, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN.
He married Grapel N. Johnson. Born, 1915. Died, 1988. Burial in Union Church, Henderson Co., TN. Children:
1. Olevia Jane[6] Evans. She married Don Peterson.
James Thomas[5] Evans. Born, 1920. Died, 1964. Burial in Union Church, Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1950, in Chesterfield, Henderson Co., TN.
He married Ann Mayes. Born, 1928. Children:
1. Ginger Carol[6] Evans.
2. Brenda Kay Evans.
Edie Ruth[6] Frizzell. Born, 1902. Died, 1983. Burial in Union Church, Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1960, in Chesterfield, Henderson Co., TN.
She married R. L. Park, 3 Jul 1933, in Henderson Co., TN. Born, 1895. Died, 1975. Burial in Union Church, Henderson Co., TN. Children:
1. Noble[7] Park. Born, 19 May 1942. Died, 26 Jun 1942. Burial in Union Church, Henderson Co., TN.
William Carl[6] Frizzell. Born, 1906. Died, Jan 1960. Burial in Union Church, Henderson Co., TN. Occupation: Farmer. William Carl Frizzell was killed in an overturned tractor accident.
He married Mabel E. Shannon. Born, 1907. Died, 1980. Burial in Union Church, Henderson Co., TN. Children:
1. Jerry[7] Frizzell. Resided: 1960, in Mechanicsburg, Cumberland Co., PA.
2. Bobby Carl Frizzell.
3. Donald Frizzell.
4. Jane Frizzell. Resided: 1960, in Jackson, Madison Co., TN.
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Maude Ray[6] Essary (Nathaniel Claibourne, 33). Born, 10 Dec 1900, in Chesterfield, Henderson Co., TN. Died, 19 Feb 1960, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN. Burial in Union Church, Henderson Co., TN. She died of cancer.
She married, first, William Clyde Lockhart. Divorce, circa 1924. Born, 17 Nov 1899. Died, 29 Dec 1987, in Flint, Genesee Co., MI. Burial in Judson Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1985, in Flint, Genesee Co., MI. Children:
1. Alveda[7] Lockhart.
She married, second, Martin Floridee Wallace, son of William Bateman Wallace and Elizabeth J. (Eliza) Hare, circa 1926. Born, 4 May 1882, in Lone Elm, Henderson Co., TN. Died, 3 Oct 1964, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN. Burial in Union Church, Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Henderson Co., TN. Children:
1. Mary Elizabeth Wallace.
2. Madge Marie Wallace.
John Larkin[6] Essary (Nathaniel Claibourne, 33). Born, 18 Sep 1902, in Chesterfield, Henderson Co., TN. Died, 22 Aug 1982. Burial in Union Church, Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1950, in Knoxville, Knox Co., TN.
He married, first, Myrtle Beatrice Tolley, daughter of Martin Andrew Tolley and Sophronia Ann Fisher, 22 May 1921, in Henderson Co., TN. Born, 28 Oct 1902. Census: 1920, in Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1950, in Darden, Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1982, in Darden, Henderson Co., TN. Children:
1. Mary Lafronia[7] Essary. Born, 21 Mar 1923. Resided: 1982, in Edgewater, MO. Resided: 1995, in Darden, Henderson Co., TN. Mary Lafronia Essary worked for the U.S. government in Washington D.C. for many years. She moved back to Darden after she retired.
2. James Larkin (Jimmy) Essary. Born, 6 Nov 1924. Died, Aug 1985. Resided: 1982, in Darden, Henderson Co., TN. James Larkin Essary served for 24 years as register of deeds in Henderson County.
3. David Martin Essary.
He married, second, Retta Irene Hodge in Knoxville, Knox Co., TN. Children:
1. Samuel Henry Essary. Born, 17 Apr 1934. Died, Oct 1986.
2. Brenda Ann Essary.
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Robert L.[6] Dennison. Born, 1911. Died, 1986. Burial in Union Church, Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1959, in Chesterfield, Henderson Co., TN.
He married Gladys Davis, daughter of W. O. Davis, 10 May 1930. Born, 1913. Children:
1. Billy[7] Dennison. Born, 8 Apr 1931, in Henderson Co., TN.
2. Betty Dennison. Born, 17 Mar 1933, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN.
3. Robert L. (Bobby) Dennison.
4. Barry Dennison.
Mary Magdaline (Maxie)[6] Dennison (Eunice W., 36). Born, 14 Dec 1904, in Chesterfield, Henderson Co., TN. Died, 15 Nov 1986. Burial in Lexington Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1968, in Huntsville, Madison Co., AL. Maxie (dennison) Burruss died from a stroke.
She married Eddie Raleigh Burruss, son of Edd Burruss and Lizzie Ann McHughes, 12 Jun 1932, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN. Born, 16 Oct 1910, in Madison Co., TN. Died, 8 Jul 1984. Burial in Lexington Cem., Henderson Co., TN. raleigh Burruss died from a gallstone. Children:
1. Lynda Kaye[7] Burruss. Born, 27 Aug 1939, in Little Rock, Pulaski Co., AR.
Anna Jane[6] Dennison (Eunice W., 36). Born, 18 Dec 1907, in Chesterfield, Henderson Co., TN. Died, 25 Apr 1947, in Jackson, Madison Co., TN. Burial in Hollywood Cem., Jackson, Madison Co., TN. Resided: after 1927, in Jackson, Madison Co., TN. Anna (Dennison) Milam died of cancer.
She married Fred Warren Milam, son of Samuel A. Milam and Nettie Barger (?) in Jackson, Madison Co., TN. Born, 4 May 1910, in Carroll Co., TN. Died, 5 Nov 1967. Burial in Hollywood Cem., Jackson, Madison Co., TN. Children:
1. Samuel Dennison (Sammy)[7] Milam. Born, 21 Jul 1931, in Madison Co., TN. Resided: 1947, in Jackson, Madison Co., TN.
2. Sarah Ann Milam. Born, 1934, in Jackson, Madison Co., TN. Resided: 1947, in Jackson, Madison Co., TN.
3. Frieda Mae Milam.
4. Charles Warren Milam.
Victoria (Vic)[6] Dennison (Eunice W., 36). Born, 2 Dec 1909, in Chesterfield, Henderson Co., TN. Died, 8 Sep 1951. Burial in Union Church, Henderson Co., TN.
She married Felix Van Reed, son of Felix Henry Reed and Mary Frances Reed in Henderson Co., TN. Born, 14 May 1908, in Chesterfield, Henderson Co., TN. Children:
1. Wilma Jean[7] Reed.
2. Jo Nelle Reed.
3. Victoria Reed.
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Carl Henry[6] Dennison (Herbert (Herby), 37). Born, 1916, in Henderson Co., TN. Died, 19 Mar 1993, in Huntingdon, Carroll Co., TN. Burial in Union Church, Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1992, in Huntingdon, Carroll Co., TN.
He married Willie/Exell Alexander, 19 Dec 1936, in Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1993, in Huntingdon, Carroll Co., TN. Children:
1. Jane[7] Dennison. Born, 26 Mar 1937, in Henderson Co., TN.
2. Doris Dennison. Resided: 1993, in Huntingdon, Carroll Co., TN. She married Unknown Breeden.
3. Ann Dennison. Resided: 1993, in Huntingdon, Carroll Co., TN. She married Unknown Hedge.
4. Sammy Dennison. Resided: 1993, in Dresden, Weakley Co., TN.
James Edward[6] Derryberry. Born, 6 Sep 1919, in Lone Elm, Henderson Co., TN. Died, 15 Jan 1991. Burial in Union Church, Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1920, in Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1955, in Chesterfield, Henderson Co., TN. Occupation: Dairy Farmer. James Edward Derryberry died of colon cancer. He was a baptist.
He married Carlene Duke, 10 May 1952, in Corinth, Alcorn Co., MS. Born, 9 Mar 1931, in Darden, Henderson Co., TN. Children:
1. Ricky Lynn[7] Derryberry.
Sena (Acenah)[6] Bartholomew (William Thomas (Tom), 40). Born, 1906, in Scotts Hill, TN. Died, 25 Apr 1985, in Jackson, Madison Co., TN. Burial in Methodist Cem., Scotts Hill, Henderson Co., TN. She is listed as Cenia Rogers in the record of her 1927 marriage to davie Powers.
She married David (Dave) Powers, 25 Mar 1927, in Henderson Co., TN. Born, 1902. Died, 1980. Burial in Methodist Cem., Scotts Hill, Henderson Co., TN. Children:
1. Thomas L.[7] Powers. Resided: 1985, in Scotts Hill, TN.
2. A. L. Powers. Resided: 1985, in Scotts Hill, TN.
Lena J.[6] Bartholomew (William Thomas (Tom), 40). Born, 1911. Died, 1985. Burial in Mt. Zion Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1985, in Milan, Gibson Co., TN.
She married Earl Roy Pratt, son of James Marion Pratt and Mary Kennedy. Born, 1909. Died, 1968. Burial in Mt. Zion Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Children:
1. Bonnie Earline[7] Pratt. Born, 14 Apr 1936. Died, 18 Mar 1987. Burial in Mt. Zion Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Nurse. She married Grady L. Shavers, son of John Henry Shavers and Cora M., 26 Feb 1956.
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James Leo[6] Bartholomew (William Thomas (Tom), 40). Born, 28 Sep 1915. Died, 4 Nov 1970. Burial in Methodist Cem., Scotts Hill, Henderson Co., TN.
He married Helen Anna Tucker. Born, 6 Feb 1922. Children:
1. Jim Leon[7] Bartholomew. Born, 26 Jun 1948. Died, 26 Jun 1948. Burial in Methodist Cem., Scotts Hill, Henderson Co., TN.
Vera[6] Bartholomew (James L. (Bud), 41). Born, 2 Aug 1912.
She married James C. (Curt) Pearcy, son of William Lawson (Loss) Pearcy and Sarah Cordelia Savage, 3 Jul 1931, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 30 Oct 1906, in Concord Com., Decatur Co., TN. Died, 8 Dec 1972, in Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Farmer. Children:
1. James Lawson[7] Pearcy.
2. Paul Ray Pearcy.
3. Jo Ann Pearcy.
4. Billy Gene Pearcy.
5. Bobby Glyn Pearcy.
6. Joe Wylie Pearcy.
Washington Ruben[6] Powers. Born, 16 Oct 1900. Died, 1953. Burial in New Bethel Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1910, in Decatur Co., TN.
He married Addie E. Britt. Born, 1901. Died, Sep 1982. Birth(2): 7 Dec 1907. Burial in New Bethel Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Children:
1. Ray Melton[7] Powers.
2. Paul E. Powers.
3. Howard J. Powers.
4. Charles Ruben Powers.
Walter Henry[6] Dunavant. Born, 1905. Died, 18 Jun 1977, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Mt. Zion Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1910, in Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1972, in Scotts Hill, TN.
He married, first, Tiny Laster, daughter of Sanford Wesley Laster and Martha L. Millner. Born, 1905. Died, 1952. Burial in Mt. Zion Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Children:
1. Edd W.[7] Dunavant.
2. Lee Dunavant. Resided: 1982, in Erin, Houston Co., TN. Resided: 1992, in Erin, Houston Co., TN.
3. Alpha Louise Dunavant. Resided: 1982, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN. Resided: 1992, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN. She married Unknown Williams.
He married, second, Juaree Tolley, daughter of John W. Tolley and Ollie Gray Dennison, 1958. Born, 2 Feb 1925, in Henderson Co., TN. Died, 9 Feb 1982, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Mt. Zion Cem., Decatur Co., TN.

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James Bedford[6] Dunavant. Born, 1907. Died, 1988. Burial in Mt. Zion Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1910, in Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1972, in Scotts Hill, TN. Occupation: Farmer.
He married Hattie Broadway, daughter of William W. (Bill) Broadway and Susie Culp, 17 Sep 1925. Born, 17 Jun 1909, in Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1989, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Children:
1. James Ralph[7] Dunavant.
2. Alvin Elwood Dunavant.
3. Alvis Eugene Dunavant. Born, 28 Mar 1932. Died, 6 Dec 1932. Burial in Mt. Zion Cem., Decatur Co., TN.
4. Doris Marie Dunavant.
Samuel David (Sammie)[6] Dunavant. Born, circa 1910. Census: 1920, in Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1972, in Dyersburg, Dyer Co., TN.
He married Gertrude (Gertie) May Lomax, daughter of James Wesley (Jim) Lomax and Martha Viola Catherine Fisher, 22 Mar 1931, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 7 Aug 1913. Census: 1920, in Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1978, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Children:
1. Eugene[7] Dunavant. Born, 28 Mar 1932. Died, 6 Dec 1932. Burial in Mt. Zion Cem., Decatur Co., TN.
2. J. D. Dunavant. Born, 31 May 1935. Resided: 1992, in Dyersburg, Dyer Co., TN. He married Flora Mae (Flo) Leake.
3. Hershel Ray Dunavant. Born, 17 Oct 1937, in Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1992, in AL. Occupation: Utilities. He married Patricia Gayle Petty.
4. Gerald Fred Dunavant.
Flossie Mae[6] Dunavant. Born, 1913. Census: 1920, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1972, in Huron, Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1995, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN.
She married, first, Johney W. Britt, 7 Apr 1928, in Decatur Co., TN. Children:
1. Bobby Eugene[7] Britt.
2. Lucille Britt. Born, before 1939. Resided: 1973, in Chicago, Cook Co., IL. Resided: 1995, in Madison, Davidson Co., TN. She married Unknown Tunstill.
She married, second, Benjamin Franklin Bowman, son of James J. Bowman and Zilpha Elliott, 1 Sep 1936, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 25 Nov 1889. Died, 25 Jun 1973, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN. Burial in Chapel Hill Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1969, in Huron, Henderson Co., TN. Occupation: Farmer. A military marker used as a footstone on his grave reads "Tennessee Pvt U.S. army World War I." Children:
1. Dale Franklin Bowman.
2. Daisy Mae Bowman. Born, circa 1943. Resided: 1973, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1995, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN. She married Junior King, 6 Mar 1960, in Henderson Co., TN.
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Georgia Opal[6] Dunavant. Born, 1920. Died, 1991. Burial in Chapel Hill Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1972, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN.
She married Robert L. (Bob) Bowman, son of John Thomas Bowman and Polly Ann Garner, 1 Aug 1937, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 1906. Died, 1986. Burial in Chapel Hill Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1910, in Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1962, in Huron, Henderson Co., TN. Children:
1. Harry Leon[7] Bowman. Born, circa 1938. Resided: 1958, in Tupelo, Lee Co., MS. He married Mary Nell Richardson, daughter of Ray Richardson and Lela V., 29 Jun 1958, in Henderson Co., TN.
2. Wayne Bowman.
3. Mason Bowman. Born, circa 1941. He married Peggy Beacham, 3 Jan 1960, in Henderson Co., TN.
4. Samuel P. (Sammy) Bowman.
5. Patsy Bowman.
6. Omega Bowman.
Estelle[6] Powers. Born, 1901. Died, 1988. Burial in Judson Cem., Henderson Co., TN.
She married, first, Walter B. Chumney, son of Newton C. Chumney and Verna R./Verdie (Birdie) Laster, 24 Dec 1922, in Henderson Co., TN. Born, 1900. Died, Apr 1924. Burial in Judson Cem., Henderson Co., TN. "News of the suicide of Walt Chumney, in the old 14th district, did not reach us in time to be given last week. George Teague, one of the neighbors, first reached the scene, was here last Friday and related the following particulars: Chumney seemed to have been off his mental balance and beside telling Mrs. Houston on whose place he lived, he also intimated to his wife his intention to get out of some real or imaginary trouble by taking his own life. Between 7 and 8 o'clock in the morning of last week, Chumney sent his wife to the barn to turn out the mules and while she was away he committed the deed placing the muzzle of a breach-loader shotgun against his left breast over the heart, and yanking the trigger with a metal fire hook. Beisde his wife Chumney left one child." [obituary, "Lexington Progress," 2 May 1924] Children:
1. Louise[7] Chumney.
She married, second, J. A. Powers, 18 Aug 1932, in Henderson Co., TN.

She married, third, T. A. Gilliam, 20 Oct 1934, in Henderson Co., TN.

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Dewey Sampson[6] Powers. Born, 1907, in Henderson Co., TN. Died, 14 Feb 1981. Burial in Judson Cem., Henderson Co., TN.
He married Virgie Catherine Millner, daughter of Walter O. Millner and Mary M. Rogers, 26 Dec 1926. Born, 1911. Died, 12 May 1991. Burial in Judson Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Children:
1. Hugh Harold[7] Powers.
2. Faye Janette Powers.
3. Jessie Marie Powers.
4. Thomas Dale Powers. Born, 1 Jan 1946. Resided: circa 1996, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. He married Patsy McCormick.
5. Bobby Leon Powers.
6. James Howard Powers.
7. Floyd Harvey Powers.
Beulah[6] McNeal. Born, 1903. Died, 7 Feb 1996, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Mt. Zion Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1991, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN.
She married Arthur Jefferson Long, son of John W. Long and Silva Josephine Martin, 2 Sep 1919, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 1876. Died, Feb 1973. Burial in Mt. Zion Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Farmer. A. J. Long was a member of Mt. Zion Baptist Church. Children:
1. Richard Thomas[7] Long.
2. Nellie Helen Long.
3. Wilma Long. Born, 20 Dec 1927. Resided: 1973, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1996, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. She married Herschel C. Davis, son of Floyd E. Davis and Lela M. Fisher.
Toppie[6] Powers (Luther Madison, 45). Born, 1905, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN. Died, 1972, in Lexington, henderson Co., TN. Burial in Rock Hill Cem., Henderson Co., TN.
She married Calvin M. Baker. Born, 1902, in IL. Died, 1967, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN. Burial in Rock Hill Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Occupation: Brick Mason. Children:
1. James[7] Baker.
2. William Marshall Baker.
Willie Louise[6] Powers (Luther Madison, 45). Born, 12 Mar 1907, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN.
She married Kenneth C. Trammel. Born, 1898, in Sardis, MS. Died, 16 Dec 1970, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN. Burial in Rock Hill Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Children:
1. Robert Carroll[7] Trammel.
2. Lona Minette Trammel.
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Raymond[6] Powers (Luther Madison, 45). Born, 2 Jan 1912, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN. Died, 15 Oct 1990, in Jackson, Madison Co., TN. Burial in Rock Hill Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Occupation: Brick/Railroad.
He married Edith Elizabeth Moore, daughter of Rube Moore and Mollie Hart. Born, 1 Mar 1918, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN. Died, 12 May 1965, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN. Burial in Rock Hill Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Children:
1. Patricia[7] Powers. Born, 1936. Died, 1936. Burial in Rock Hill Cem., Henderson Co., TN.
2. Sara Frances Powers.
3. Linda Moore Powers.
4. Barbara Jo Powers.
5. Timothy Jason Powers.
Helen[6] Powers (Luther Madison, 45). Born, 2 Jul 1918, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN.
She married Alva Edwin Boatwright. Born, 1 Apr 1919. Children:
1. Edwin[7] Boatwright.
2. Joyce Kaye Boatwright.
3. Ruth Margret Boatwright.
Luther Madison[6] Powers (Luther Madison, 45). Born, 1921, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN.
He married Ruby Mae Gilliam. Children:
1. Virginia Lee[7] Powers.
2. Danny Powers.
3. Suzanne Powers.
Hettie[6] Myracle. Resided: 1981, in Scotts Hill, TN. Resided: 1996, in Scotts Hill, TN.
She married Raymond E. Scott. Born, circa 1921. Died, 25 Sep 1996, in Jackson, Madison Co., TN. Burial in Cedar Grove C., Henderson Co., TN. Occupation: Post Office. Children:
1. Melinda[7] Scott. Resided: 1996, in Evanston, Cook Co., IL. She married Unknown Krei.
Hattie[6] Myracle. Born, circa 1922. Died, 13 Sep 1993. Burial in Methodist Cem., Scotts Hill, Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1981, in Houston, Harris Co., TX. Occupation: Beautician. Hattie (Myracle) McCollum died from injuries suffered in an automobile accident.
She married J. C. McCollum, son of John J. McCollum and Cumi Patterson, 16 Feb 1946. Resided: 1970, in Houston, Harris Co., TX. J. C. McCollum served in the navy in World War II. Children:
1. John Craig[7] McCollum. Resided: 1993, in Deer Park, Harris Co., TX.
2. Jacqueline McCollum. Resided: 1993, in Scotts Hill, TN. She married Unknown Swinford.
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Glenna[6] Mitchell. Born, 1909. Resided: 1990, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1910, in Decatur Co., TN.
She married Leo Broadway, son of William W. (Bill) Broadway and Susie Culp. Born, 6 Aug 1903, in Perry Co., TN. Died, 25 Dec 1991, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Mt. Zion Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1990, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Farmer. Children:
1. Malcolm[7] Broadway.
2. Travis Gale Broadway.
3. Jimmy Broadway. Resided: 1991, in Reagan, Henderson Co., TN.
4. Geneva (Neva) Broadway. Resided: 1991, in Hondo, Medina Co., TX.
Clara Lee[6] Mitchell. Born, 19 Oct 1911, in Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1920, in Henderson Co., TN.
She married Leo Sultan Rimmer, son of Charles Levi Rimmer and Caledonia Josie Pratt, 31 Aug 1932. Born, 20 Feb 1908. Died, 17 Dec 1952, in Scotts Hill, Henderson Co., TN. Burial in Peace Chapel, Decatur Co., TN. Children:
1. Harvey Ray[7] Rimmer.
Lura Mae[6] Rhodes. Born, 25 Mar 1915.
She married, first, John P. King, 18 Jan 1931, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 1 Jan 1908. Died, 9 Mar 1933. Burial in Sardis Ridge C., Decatur Co., TN. Children:
1. Johnnye Sue[7] King.
She married, second, Olen Ray Houston, son of William Elbert (Bud) Houston and Zenetta Elnora (Nora) Duke, 12 Jan 1935, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 21 Jul 1902. Resided: 1992, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Registrar. Children:
1. Charles Lewis Houston.
2. Vance Aaron Houston.
3. Martha Kay Houston.
Lloyd Vernon[6] Chumney (John Gainess, 56). Born, 23 Feb 1936. Died, 5 Nov 1983. Burial in Bear Creek Cem., Decatur Co., TN.
He married Juanita. Resided: 1992, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Children:
1. Carey[7] Chumney.
Rex[6] Chumney (Cledge, 57).
He married Betty Langley. Children:
1. Richard[7] Chumney.
2. Dennis Chumney.
3. Gary Chumney.
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Floyd[6] Chumney (Cledge, 57). Resided: 1996, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN.
He married Peggy Perry. Children:
1. Craig Perry[7] Chumney. Born, circa 1958. Died, 24 Aug 1996, in Perry Co., TN. Burial in Bear Creek Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Gas Station. He married, first, Floretta Darling Duke, daughter of John Benson (Bud) Duke and Dorothy Sue Dickson, 25 Aug 1978, in Decatur Co., TN. Divorce, circa 1982. He married, second, Bertha, before 1996. Craig Chumney drowned while riding a jet ski.
L. A.[6] Milam (A. L./Acalee, 59). Born, circa 1942. Died, 16 Jul 1996, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN. Burial in Palestine Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Occupation: Factory.
He married Mary. Children:
1. Link Anthony[7] Milam. Resided: 1996, in Sugar Tree, Decatur Co., TN.
2. Melissa Milam.
3. Melody Milam. Resided: 1996, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN. She married Unknown Stone.
Virginia Faye (Ginny)[6] Milam (A. L./Acalee, 59). Resided: 1997, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN.
She married, first, Herbert Ray Holland, 25 Sep 1959, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, before 1978. Children:
1. Stacy R.[7] Holland.
She married, second, James Rogers Hayes, son of Neely H. Hayes and Gladys Fisher, 25 Sep 1978, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, circa 1932. Died, 30 Jun 1997, in Jackson, Madison Co., TN. Burial in Trinity Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1982, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Factory.
Mary Katherine[6] Long. Born, 1 Dec 1920, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN. Died, 24 Apr 1990. Burial in Union Church, Henderson Co., TN.
She married William Douglas Hayes, son of Dee Merson Hayes and Margaret Ann (Meg) Odle, 19 Oct 1939, in Natchez, Adams Co., MS. Born, 8 Sep 1916, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Died, 19 May 1995, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Bear Creek Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1976, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. William Douglas Hayes "played an important part in Republican politics throughout his long career. He was active in civic organizations too. "He was founder of Citizens State Bank and was one of the founding directors of Kolpak Industries. "Prior to his retirement due to ill health, Mr. Hayes was the president and manager of Long Equipment Company for 30 years. He was co-founder of H&H Trucking and DHS Trucking. "He was a 33-Degree Mason and past Potentate of the Beech River Shriners Fraternity." [Parsons News Leader, May 24, 1995] Children:
1. Sandra Kay[7] Hayes.
2. Patricia Ann (Patty) Hayes.
3. Mary Will Hayes.
4. John Douglas Hayes. Born, 17 Nov 1952, in Madison Co., TN. Resided: 1995, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN.
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Patsy June[6] Evans (E. Bradley, 62). Born, 23 Mar 1929, in Henderson Co., TN. Resided: circa 1992, in Chesterfield, Henderson Co., TN. Occupation: Secretary.
She married Glenn Douglas Joyner, 30 May 1952, in Corinth, Alcorn Co., MS. Divorce, before 1992. Born, 22 Nov 1927, in OK. Resided: circa 1992, in Bath Springs, Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Insurance. Children:
1. Dale Mark[7] Joyner.
Wilma Dean[6] Evans (Wilhoit, 64).
She married Jack Reed, son of Usher Reed and Wilbur Davis. Children:
1. Kenneth Evans[7] Reed.
Brenda Kay[6] Evans (James Thomas, 66). Born, 11 Jul 1949, in Jackson, Madison Co., TN.
She married William Harry (Sam) Long, son of Herbert P. (Booty) Long and Dorothy Lee (Dot) Turpin, 20 Aug 1971, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 25 May 1946, in Jackson, Madison Co., TN. Resided: 1991, in Camden, Benton Co., TN. Occupation: Banker. Children:
1. Kimberly Leann[7] Long. Born, 7 Jun 1976, in Camden, Benton Co., TN.
2. Dana Michelle Long. Born, 24 Aug 1977, in Camden, Benton Co., TN. Died, 16 Sep 1977. Burial in Union Church, Henderson Co., TN. Dana Long died of complications from her premature birth.
Bobby Carl[7] Frizzell (William Carl, 68). Born, 23 Jul 1930. Died, 12 Mar 1978. Burial in Union Church, Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1980, in Chesterfield, henderson Co., TN.
He married Betty Marie Davidson, 21 Dec 1963. Born, 27 May 1941. Died, 17 Jun 1989. Burial in Union Church, Henderson Co., TN. Children:
1. Allea[8] Frizzell.
2. Tracy Frizzell.
Alveda[7] Lockhart. Born, 4 Feb 1922, in Chesterfield, Henderson Co., TN. Resided: circa 1964, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN. Resided: circa 1990, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN.
She married Leonard Keeton Lawler, son of Louis A. Lawler and Myrtle Johnson, 15 Feb 1941, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Born, 2 May 1920, in Huron, Henderson Co., TN. Children:
1. Carolyn Ann[8] Lawler. Born, 19 Dec 1941, in Chesterfield, Henderson Co., TN. She married Malcolm Carol DeShazo, 15 Feb 1964, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN.
2. Charles Don Lawler. Born, 8 Jun 1953, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN. He married Kim Kline, 28 Jan 1978, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN.
3. Debra Kay Lawler. Born, 29 Feb 1956, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN.
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Mary Elizabeth[7] Wallace. Born, 3 Oct 1929, in Chesterfield, Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1964, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN.
She married Bobby Burke Cox, son of Charlie Wilson Cox and Edith McClain, 5 Sep 1953, in Corinth, Alcorn Co., MS. Born, 28 Feb 1931, in Toone, Hardeman Co., TN. Died, 26 Nov 1982, in Jackson, Madison Co., TN. Burial in Oak Grove Cem., Oak Grove, Henderson Co., TN. Occupation: Fackory. Bobby Cox was a veteran of the Korean War. He died from a stroke. Children:
1. Cathy Dian[8] Cox. Born, 26 Oct 1954, in Jackson, Madison Co., TN. Resided: 1982, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN. She married Len Leon (Bird) Milholen, son of Otis Milholen and Ocie, 5 Apr 1975, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN.
2. Pamela Kay Cox.
3. Bobby Burke Cox.
4. Linda Sue (Susie) Cox.
Madge Marie[7] Wallace. Born, 27 Jun 1934, in Chesterfield, Henderson Co., TN. Died, 29 Apr 1986. Burial in Walnut Hill Cem., Crockett Co., TN. Resided: 1964, in Bells, Crockett Co., TN.
She married, first, James Howell Davis, son of James Lester Davis and Flossie Lizziedell Tucker, 31 Jul 1949. Anul of Mar, circa 1954, in Reno, NV?. Born in Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1995, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Children:
1. Dona Belinda[8] Davis.
2. James Howell Davis. He married Charlotte Elizabeth Parsons, 29 Oct 1976, in Decatur Co., TN.
She married, second, Joe Joshlyn. Children:
1. Cynthia Darleen Joshlyn.
She married, third, Robert Conyers (Connie) Horton, 1957. Born, 24 May 1921, in Bells, Crockett Co., TN. Children:
1. Connie Ray Horton.
2. Linda Beth Horton.
3. Calvin Lee Horton. Born, 22 Dec 1963. Died, 24 Dec 1983. Burial in Walnut Hill Cem., Crockett Co., TN. Calvin Lee Horton died in an automobile accident. She married, fourth, Troy Wilson.
David Martin[7] Essary (John Larkin, 70). Born, 14 Sep 1926. Died, 1 Apr 1995, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Union Church, Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1982, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Towboat Engineer.
He married Betty Jo Arrington. Children:
1. David James[8] Essary.
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Brenda Ann[7] Essary (John Larkin, 70). Born, circa 1942. Resided: 1982, in Richmond, VA. Resided: 1995, in Knoxville, Knox Co., TN.
She married Patrick Murphy. Children:
1. Lisa[8] Murphy.
2. Greg Murphy.
Robert L. (Bobby)[7] Dennison (Robert L., 71). Born, 25 Sep 1935, in Henderson Co., TN.
He married Mary F. Meals, daughter of Billy Meals, 12 Sep 1959, in Henderson Co., TN. Born, circa 1942. Resided: 1950, in Cedar Grove. Children:
1. Kristie[8] Dennison.
Barry[7] Dennison (Robert L., 71).
He married Thelma Moore. Children:
1. Stephen Clay[8] Dennison. Born, 21 Nov 1958. Died, 18 Dec 1958. Burial in Union Church, Henderson Co., TN.
Frieda Mae[7] Milam. Born, 1 Sep 1936, in Jackson, Madison Co., TN. Resided: 1947, in Jackson, Madison Co., TN.
She married Walter Benjamin Jones, 9 Mar 1958. Born, 16 Nov 1935. Children:
1. Brian Keith[8] Jones.
2. Jay Mark Jones.
3. Kevin Wayne Jones. Born, 18 Sep 1961.
4. Roger Alan Jones. Born, 27 Feb 1963.
Charles Warren[7] Milam. Born, 28 Dec 1943, in Madison Co., TN. Resided: 1947, in Jackson, Madison Co., TN.
He married Emily Laverne Knight, daughter of William Vernon Knight and Georgia. Born, 6 Aug 1947. Children:
1. Charles Warren[8] Milam. Born, 17 May 1965, in Madison Co., TN.
Wilma Jean[7] Reed. Born, 15 Sep 1936, in Woodland Mills, Obion Co., TN.
She married Ollie Washington Edwards, son of Ollie Washington Edwards and Bertie Mae Findley, 20 Sep 1957. Born, 14 Jan 1935, in Eads, TN. Died, 27 Sep 1979. Burial in Mem. Gardens, Memphis, Shelby Co., TN. Ollie Washington Edwads died of a heart attack. Children:
1. Lisa Jean[8] Edwards. Born, 4 Jun 1959, in Lawton, Comanche Co., OK. She married James Frankin King, son of Graham Robinson King and Evelyn Doris Stone, 3 Jun 1988, in Williston, Fayette Co., TN.
2. Dollie Van Edwards.
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Jo Nelle[7] Reed. Born, 13 Jan 1939, in Woodland Mills, Obion Co., TN.
She married Bennie Ray Byrd, son of Freddye Eugene Byrd and Jewell Marie Sellers, 12 Oct 1957, in Millington, Shelby Co., TN. Born, 22 Jan 1940, in Stanton, Haywood Co., TN. Died, 19 Jan 1990. Burial in Covington, Tipton Co., TN. Children:
1. Tammy Lynn[8] Byrd.
2. Candy Lee Byrd.
3. Shonda Jo Byrd. Born, 21 Nov 1973, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN. She married Christopher Lynn Duncan, son of John E. Duncan and Peggy Callicut, 24 Jul 1993.
Victoria[7] Reed. Born, 7 Sep 1951, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN.
She married Roy Don Carrington, son of Hugh Washington Carrington and Vernell Grimsley, 21 Apr 1970, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Born, 7 Apr 1949, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Children:
1. Jonathan Don[8] Carrington. Born, 29 Mar 1971, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN.
2. Cortney Susan Carrington. Born, 18 Jul 1975, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN.
Ricky Lynn[7] Derryberry (James Edward, 76). Born, 30 Jun 1954, in Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1991, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN.
He married Gwenda Celesta Walker, daughter of Robert Van Walker and Betty Ann Patton. Born, 16 Apr 1955, in Nashville, Davidson Co., TN. Children:
1. Deanna Lynn[8] Derryberry. Born, 2 Nov 1977, in Jackson, Madison Co., TN.
2. Kristin Diane Derryberry. Born, 15 Jan 1981, in Jackson, Madison Co., TN.
James Lawson[7] Pearcy. Born, 25 Apr 1932. Resided: 1972, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. "James L. Pearcy received a Purple Heart for his service during the Korean War." "When he was discharged, Pearcy ranked as a corporal. "Other military decorations include: Combat Infantry Badge, four Battle Stars, Occupation of Korea Medal, and Occupation of Germany Medal." ["Paths to Freedom," Parsons News Leader, 3 July 1991, p. 14]
He married, first, Joyce Brady, circa 1955. Children:
1. Mickey[8] Pearcy. Resided: 1991, in Jackson, Madison Co., TN.
2. Allen Thomas. Resided: 1991, in Tiptonville, Lake Co., TN.
He married, second, Mary Ruth Brasher, daughter of Elvin Howell (Ebb) Brasher and Flora Kenny Hickerson, 8 Aug 1970. Born, 28 Aug 1941, in Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1997, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Children:
1. Angela Gaye Pearcy.
2. Amber Dawn Pearcy. Born, 28 Sep 1980. Resided: 1991, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN.
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Paul Ray[7] Pearcy. Born, 30 Apr 1935. Resided: 1972, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Drug Dealer.
He married Gail Whitwell. Children:
1. James Kenneth[8] Pearcy. He married Pamela Joy Montgomery, 1 May 1970, in Decatur Co., TN.
2. Randal Pearcy.
3. Vicki Pearcy.
4. Van Pearcy.
Jo Ann[7] Pearcy. Born, 20 Dec 1938. Resided: 1972, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1991, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN.
She married George Elbert Crawley, son of James Mack Crawley and Alma Brooks. Born, 6 Aug 1937, in Mt. Carmel, Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Factory. "George E. Crawley served in the Air Force during the Korean War. He was am airman third class when he was discharged after two years, nine months of service." ["Paths to Freedom," Parsons News Leader, 3 July 1991, p. 15] Children:
1. Roseanna[8] Crawley. Born, circa 1973. She married Johnny Alan Greenway, son of Johnny Greenway and Kathy Jean Montgomery.
Billy Gene[7] Pearcy. Born, 13 Aug 1944. Resided: 1972, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1985, in Scotts Hill, TN.
He married, first, Sally Dabbs, daughter of John Dabbs and Lucille. Resided: 1988, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1995, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Children:
1. Timothy G.[8] Pearcy.
2. Terry Dwayne Pearcy. He married Venita Ann Ferguson, 18 Mar 1988, in Decatur Co., TN.
3. Mark Pearcy.
4. Lisa Ann Pearcy.
He married, second, Cathy England, daughter of James Lawson England and Nellie Joe Tinker. Resided: 1991, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN. In 1991 Cathy England was working as educational director of nuclear medicine at Baptist Hospital in Memphis. Children:
1. Crystal Ann Pearcy. Born, 6 Jul 1982. Died, 6 Jul 1982, in Nashville, Davidson Co., TN. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN.
He married, third, Pam Lomax.

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Bobby Glyn[7] Pearcy. Born, 13 Aug 1944. Resided: 1972, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN.
He married Elizabeth Yarbro, daughter of Guy Daniel Yarbro and Clatie Elizabeth Craft, 26 May 1962, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 5 Sep 1942. Resided: 1997, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Children:
1. Sheila Ann[8] Pearcy. Occupation: Factory. She married Ricky Joe Harris, son of Bobby Harris and Jean Thomas, 30 Jun 1995, in Gatlinburg, Sevier Co., TN.
2. Michael Pearcy.
Joe Wylie[7] Pearcy. Born, 12 Oct 1947. Resided: 1972, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN.
He married Judy Kay Arrington, daughter of Youel James Arrington and Dela B., 16 Apr 1971, in Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1972, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1991, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Children:
1. Jason[8] Pearcy.
2. JoDonna Pearcy. This may be Wesley Lacy.
Ray Melton[7] Powers (Washington Ruben, 81). Born, 23 Nov 1921.
He married June Little, daughter of Winstead Little and Dora Tennessee (Tennie) Powers. Children:
1. Landal R.[8] Powers. Born, 22 Feb 1942. Resided: 1997, in Knoxville, Knox Co., TN.
2. Linda Powers. Born, 6 Oct 1946.
3. Tony Glen Powers. Born, 4 Feb 1953.
Paul E.[7] Powers (Washington Ruben, 81). Born, 1926. Died, 1994. Burial in New Bethel Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1986, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN.
He married Bonnie Wadley, daughter of Carl Wadley and Lula B. Born, 1929. Children:
1. Pamela[8] Powers.
2. Beverly Powers.
Howard J.[7] Powers (Washington Ruben, 81). Born, 4 Dec 1928. Died, 8 Jan 1975. Burial in New Bethel Cem., Henderson Co., TN. A military marker used as a footstone on his grave notes "FN U.S. Navy."
He married Bobbie Nell Garner. Children:
1. Donald Howard[8] Powers.
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Edd W.[7] Dunavant (Walter Henry, 82). Born, 30 Dec 1923. Died, 1 Dec 1992, in Jackson, Madison Co., TN. Burial in Mt. Zion Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1982, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Contractor. A military marker used as a footstone on his grave notes "Tec 5 US Army World War II."
He married Lucille Scallions, daughter of D. D. Scallions and Manie Waller, 14 Apr 1947. Born, 30 Dec 1926. Resided: 1992, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Children:
1. Eddie Ray[8] Dunavant.
2. Myron Neal Dunavant. Resided: 1992, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. He married Sheila W. Watkins, 14 Apr 1979, in Decatur Co., TN.
3. Mark Dunavant. Resided: 1992, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN.
James Ralph[7] Dunavant (James Bedford, 83). Born, circa 1927, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Died, 1990, in Blytheville, Mississippi Co., AR. Burial: 18 Jul 1990, in Blytheville, Mississippi Co., AR.
He married, first, Lavelle Kennedy, daughter of Pafford Kennedy and Tina Grimsley. Divorce, before 1991. Resided: 1996, in Scotts Hill, TN. Children:
1. Larry R.[8] Dunavant.
2. James Ronnie Dunavant.
3. Sheila Jean Dunavant.
4. Lisa Dunavant. Died, before 1990.
He married, second, Shirley.
Alvin Elwood[7] Dunavant (James Bedford, 83). Born, 6 Oct 1930. Resided: 1990, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Alvin Dunavant served as an army medic during the Korean War.
He married Neelie Mae Moore, daughter of William Wesley (Wes) Moore and Sallie Lidia Mitchell, 5 Apr 1952, in Corinth, Alcorn Co., MS. Born, 29 Nov 1930, in Decatur Co., TN. Children:
1. Barbara Gail[8] Dunavant.
Doris Marie[7] Dunavant (James Bedford, 83). Resided: 1990, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN. Resided: circa 1996, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN. Occupation: Cosmetologist.
She married Gerald Martin, 1954. Occupation: Barber. Children:
1. Pat[8] Martin.
2. Theresa Martin.
3. Jerry Martin.
4. Shirley Martin.
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Gerald Fred[7] Dunavant (Samuel David (Sammie), 84). Born, 25 Aug 1940, in Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1992, in Jackson, Madison Co., TN.
He married, first, Unknown. Children:
1. Greg[8] Dunavant. Resided: circa 1996, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN.
2. Tommy Dunavant. Resided: circa 1996, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN.
3. Darren Dunavant. Resided: circa 1996, in Southaven, Desoto Co., MS.
4. Jason Dunavant. Resided: circa 1996, in Southaven, Desoto Co., MS.
He married, second, Margie Anderson.
Bobby Eugene[7] Britt. Born, circa 1935. Died, 26 Jul 1995, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Pentecostal Cem., Scotts Hill, Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1973, in Scotts Hill, TN. Resided: 1995, in Scotts Hill, TN.
He married Gerlene. Children:
1. Tim[8] Britt. Resided: 1995, in Jackson, Madison Co., TN.
Dale Franklin[7] Bowman. Born, 11 Feb 1939, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1973, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN. Resided: circa 1991, in Laramie, Albany Co., WY. Resided: 1994, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN. Occupation: Construction.
He married Belinda Jeanette Baker, daughter of William Marshall (Billy) Baker and Jeanette Orene Wilkins, 26 Jan 1958, in Corinth, Alcorn Co., MS. Born, 25 Jan 1943, in Jackson, Madison Co., TN. Resided: circa 1991, in Laramie, Albany Co., WY. Children:
1. Marsha Jeanette[8] Bowman.
2. Cheri Dale Bowman.
3. Ruth Frances Bowman.
Samuel P. (Sammy)[7] Bowman. Resided: 1993, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN. Occupation: Minister.
He married Brinda Wade, daughter of R. M. Wade and Carrie. Children:
1. Tangie[8] Bowman.
2. Jimmy Bowman.
3. Trina Bowman.
Louise[7] Chumney.
She married Glenn Eason. Children:
1. Ralph[8] Eason.
2. Fredia Eason.
3. Jan Eason.
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Hugh Harold[7] Powers (Dewey Sampson, 88). Born, 1 May 1941. Resided: circa 1996, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN.
He married Tommie E. Austin, 22 Sep 1960, in Decatur Co., TN. Marriage(2): 31 Mar 1990, in Decatur Co., TN. Children:
1. Clay[8] Powers.
2. Debbie Powers. She married Unknown Kelley.
Faye Janette[7] Powers (Dewey Sampson, 88). Born, 19 May 1942. Resided: circa 1996, in Iron Hill, Decatur Co., TN.
She married James William Rhodes, 29 Jul 1961, in Decatur Co., TN. Children:
1. Benita Fay[8] Rhodes.
2. Jenita Ann (Monk) Rhodes. Born, 19 Oct 1963, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN. She married William Neely Evans, son of William Elco Evans and Lois Mae Hays, 5 Jun 1981, in Decatur Co., TN.
Jessie Marie[7] Powers (Dewey Sampson, 88). Resided: circa 1996, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN.
She married James Dennison Duke, son of Clifford L. Duke and Maudie Lee Newsom. Born, 20 Sep 1925, in Henderson Co., TN. Resided: circa 1996, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Police/Dairy Bar. James Dennison Duke served in the navy during World War II. He was chief of Police in Parsons for 12 years and operated Parsons Dairy Bar after 1967. Children:
1. James Terry[8] Duke.
Bobby Leon[7] Powers (Dewey Sampson, 88). Resided: circa 1996, in Reagan, henderson Co., TN.
He married Betty Jo Stanfill. Children:
1. Mickey Myron[8] Powers.
2. Wanda Powers. She married Unknown Doyle.
James Howard[7] Powers (Dewey Sampson, 88). Resided: circa 1996, in Medon, Madison Co., TN.
He married Mazie Young. Children:
1. James Edward[8] Powers.
Floyd Harvey[7] Powers (Dewey Sampson, 88). Resided: circa 1996, in Paris, Henry Co., TN.
He married Rosemary Bishop. Children:
1. Greg[8] Powers.
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Richard Thomas[7] Long. Resided: 1973, in Scotts Hill, TN. Resided: 1996, in Scotts Hill, TN. Occupation: Farmer. "R. T. Long served on DD879 Destroyer USS Powers in the U.S. Navy during World War II. He was a Fireman 1/C and served two years." ["Paths to Freedom," Parsons News Leader, 3 July 1991, p. 10]
He married Bernice Lee Goff, daughter of Lester Franklin Goff and Minnie Taylor Minton, 23 Jun 1945, in Corinth, Alcorn Co., MS. Born, 23 Dec 1923, in Decatur Co., TN. Children:
1. Michael[8] Long. Resided: 1995, in Scotts Hill, TN.
2. Jeff Long. Resided: 1995, in Scotts Hill, TN.
3. Pam Long. Resided: 1995, in Scotts Hill, TN. She married Unknown Roach.
Nellie Helen[7] Long. Resided: 1973, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1996, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN.
She married Richard Elco Mitchell, son of Boss Mitchell and Nealie/Nellie Katherine Rogers, 19 Jul 1936. Born, 5 Sep 1917. Census: 1920, in Decatur Co., TN. "Richard E. Mitchell was one of the first men from decatur County with children who was drafted during World War II. He entered the service in December 1943 and was discharged in October of 1945." ["Paths to Freedom," Parsons News Leader, 3 July 1991, p. 9] Children:
1. John E.[8] Mitchell. Resided: 1991, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN.
2. Richard Travis Mitchell. Resided: 1991, in Somerville, Fayette Co., TN. "Richard Travis Mitchell served in the Air Force from 1958 to 1962, with tours of duty in Vietman and Germany." ["Paths to Freedom," Parsons News Leader, 3 July 1991, p. 19]
3. Larry T. Mitchell.
Malcolm[7] Broadway. Born, 2 Nov 1929. Died, 10 Jan 1973. Burial in Mt. Zion Cem., Decatur Co., TN.
He married Eva Jean. Born, 22 Feb 1930. Children:
1. Denny[8] Broadway.
Travis Gale[7] Broadway. Resided: 1991, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN.
He married, first, Portia Kay Mayo, 19 Oct 1967, in Decatur Co., TN.

He married, second, Vicky Myrick, before 1974. Resided: 1996, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Children:
1. Lisa[8] Broadway. Resided: 1996, in Hermitage, Davidson Co., TN. She married Unknown Yates.
2. Candy Broadway. Resided: 1996, in Antioch, Davidson Co., TN.
3. Angela Broadway. Born, circa 1974. Resided: 1996, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. She married Kenney Allen, 29 Jun 1996, in Darden, Henderson Co., TN.
He married, third, Regina Sue Pearcy, daughter of Lloyd (L. C.) Pearcy and Blondell (Shirley) Blankenship. Born, 28 Jun 1955, in Flint, Genesee Co., MI. Died, 26 Feb 1996, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Mt. Ararat Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1992, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Secretary.

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Harvey Ray[7] Rimmer. Born, 15 Dec 1949, in Scotts Hill, Henderson Co., TN.
He married Mary Louise Melton, daughter of Bobby Joe Melton and Mary Francis Galbraith, 31 Jan 1971, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN. Born, 18 Jan 1955, in Henderson Co., TN. Children:
1. Dottie Michelle[8] Rimmer. Born, 15 May 1973, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. She married Unknown Hollingsworth, 31 Mar 1990, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN.
Martha Kay[7] Houston.
She married Jerry Don Conder, son of Earl W. Conder and Grapel Crosser, 1 May 1959, in Decatur Co., TN. Children:
1. Keith[8] Conder.
Carey[7] Chumney (Lloyd Vernon, 100). Resided: 1992, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN.
He married Misty Davis, daughter of Richard Davis and Barbara. Born, circa 1967. Children:
1. Christopher[8] Chumney.
2. Craig Chumney.
3. Jessina LaRhea Chumney. Born, 23 Feb 1992, in Jackson, Madison Co., TN.
Dennis[7] Chumney (Rex, 101).
He married Shelia Howell, daughter of Sam Howell and Margaret Finlayson. Children:
1. Raven Nicole[8] Chumney. Born, 16 Jan 1993, in Jackson, Madison Co., TN.
Melissa[7] Milam (L. A., 103). Resided: 1996, in Savannah, Hardin Co., TN.
She married Jimmy Holmes, son of Jerry Holmes and Joyce. Resided: 1996, in Scotts Hill, TN. Children:
1. Samantha Nicole[8] Holmes. Born, 26 Jul 1993.
Stacy R.[7] Holland. Resided: 1997, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN.
She married, first, Terry M. Lomax, 5 Sep 1980, in Decatur Co., TN. Associated with Timothy A. Green, son of Thomas Green and Annie. Resided: 1997, in Mt. Juliet, Wilson Co., TN. Children:
1. Kristie Leann[8] Green.
2. Rae Lynn Green. Born, 16 Jan 1997, in Jackson, Madison Co., TN.
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Sandra Kay[7] Hayes. Born, 5 Aug 1940, in Madison Co., TN. Resided: 1995, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN.
She married Thomas David Carrington, son of William Lester Carrington and Bertha Mae Lunsford, 13 Jul 1957, in Corinth, Alcorn Co., MS. Born, 15 Nov 1934, in Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1991, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Children:
1. William David[8] Carrington.
2. Thomas Patrick Carrington. Born, 27 Oct 1959, in Perry Co., TN. He married Katrina Nell Baker, 8 Aug 1980, in Decatur Co., TN.
3. Marion Timothy Carrington. Born, 28 Apr 1962, in Perry Co., TN. He married Linda Lee Austin, 1 Jan 1988, in Decatur Co., TN.
4. Daniel Mark Carrington.
Patricia Ann (Patty)[7] Hayes. Born, 30 Mar 1944, in Madison Co., TN. Resided: 1993, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1993, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN.
She married, first, Bobby Joe Myracle, son of Warren Alfred Myracle and Mary Sue Grimsley, 5 Apr 1963, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Born, 5 Aug 1941, in Beacon, Decatur Co., TN. Children:
1. Carrie Lynn[8] Myracle.
2. Joe Paul Myracle.
She married, second, Joseph Lane (Joe) Burkhead, son of Joseph S. (Joe) Burkhead and Edith Rushing, 10 Jul 1992, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1992, in Jackson, Madison Co., TN.
Mary Will[7] Hayes. Born, 10 Feb 1949, in Madison Co., TN. Resided: 1995, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN.
She married Danny Brent Roberts, 25 Jun 1971, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Children:
1. Amanda Marie[8] Roberts. Born, circa 1975. She married James Andy Lindsey, son of James (Buck) Lindsey and Mary Helen Smith, 11 Jul 1997, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN.
2. DeeAnna Lee Roberts.
3. Patty Kay Roberts.
Dale Mark[7] Joyner. Born, 25 Oct 1961, in Nashville, Davidson Co., TN. Occupation: Highways.
He married Clara Denise Houston, daughter of Kenneth Houston and Lutie/Ludy Williams. Children:
1. Dale Mark[8] Joyner. Born, 1 Feb 1989, in Jackson, Madison Co., TN.
2. James Andrew Joyner. Born, 30 Sep 1990, in Jackson, Madison Co., TN.
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Pamela Kay[8] Cox. Born, 18 Jun 1957, in Jackson, Madison Co., TN. Resided: 1982, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN.
She married Ernest Lee Gibson, son of Leonard Gibson and Vera Mae Milholen, 24 Jul 1975, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN. Born, 15 Jul 1957, in Paragould, Greene Co., AR. Children:
1. Ernest Lee[9] Gibson. Born, 17 Jan 1979, in Jackson, Madison Co., TN.
2. Ricky Lynn Gibson. Born, 4 Nov 1985, in Jackson, Madison Co., TN.
Bobby Burke[8] Cox. Born, 4 Nov 1958, in Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1982, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN.
He married Amanda Carol Dupree, daughter of James Robert Dupree and Peggy Kathleen Hughes, 3 Jul 1987, in Gibson Co., TN. Born, 28 Aug 1867. Children:
1. Bobby Burke[9] Cox. Born, 28 Sep 1989, in Jackson, Madison Co., TN.
Linda Sue (Susie)[8] Cox. Born, 5 Oct 1966, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1982, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN.
She married Terry Lynn Burton, son of Willie Burton and Lois Woods, 5 Oct 1984, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN. Born, 15 Jul 1962, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN. Children:
1. Terry Lynn[9] Burton. Born, 17 Dec 1988, in Jackson, Madison Co., TN.
2. Curtis Lee Burton. Born, 2 Jun 1992, in Jackson, Madison Co., TN.
Dona Belinda[8] Davis. Born, 14 Apr 1954, in Reno, NV.
She married John Bennett Woods, son of John D. Woods and Norma Roberts. Divorce, before 1990. Born in Henderson Co., TN. Children:
1. Melissa Jean[9] Woods. Born, 25 May 1970, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN.
2. Anthony Vaughn Woods. Born, 25 Aug 1973, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN.
Cynthia Darleen[8] Joshlyn. Born, 20 Sep 1956, in Jackson, Madison Co., TN.
She married, first, Terry Lynn Holbock, son of Troy Holbock. Born in Gibson Co., TN. Children:
1. Terry Lynn[9] Holbock. Born, 23 Dec 1974.
She married, second, Jimmy Dale Reece. Children:
1. Jamie Leigh Ann Reece. Born, 24 Nov 1987.
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Connie Ray[8] Horton. Born, 9 Aug 1960, in Jackson, Madison Co., TN.
He married Vickie Elaine Lipford, daughter of Raymond Lee Lipford and Elizabeth Ann Robertson, 26 Jul 1980, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN. Born, 1 Sep 1961. Children:
1. Miranda Beth[9] Horton. Born, 28 Sep 1982.
2. Rayburn Lee Horton. Born, 10 Aug 1984.
Linda Beth[8] Horton. Born, 14 Jan 1962, in Jackson, Madison Co., TN.
She married Frankie Eugene Hughes, son of Rotivis Cylvester Hughes and Lucille Douglas, 24 Jun 1978. Children:
1. Fallon[9] Hughes. Born, 10 Nov 1983.
2. Kala Marie Hughes. Born, 22 Oct 1987.
David James[8] Essary (David Martin, 113). Born, 22 Dec 1950. Resided: 1995, in Nashville, Davidson Co., TN.
He married Christie Elaine Moore, daughter of Jay T. Moore and Nina, 4 Jan 1981. Resided: 1993, in Nashville, Davidson Co., TN. Children:
1. Brittany Elise[9] Essary. Born, 27 Dec 1986.
Kristie[8] Dennison (Robert L. (Bobby), 115).
She married Tony Small, son of Charles Small and Oweda. Children:
1. Tucker[9] Small. Born, circa 1994.
2. Carson Clay Small. Born, 8 Mar 1997.
Brian Keith[8] Jones. Born, 14 Feb 1959.
He married Donna Elizaqbeth Sivik, 11 Nov 1989. Born, 31 Oct 1963. Children:
1. Andrew Benjamin[9] Jones. Born, 6 Mar 1992.
Jay Mark[8] Jones. Born, 4 Apr 1960.
He married Arlene Collins, 10 Feb 1985. Born, 3 Jul 1967. Children:
1. Adam Ryan[9] Jones. Born, 27 Mar 1986.
2. Christopher William Jones. Born, 4 Nov 1988.
Dollie Van[8] Edwards. Born, 2 Feb 1965, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN.
She married Jody Eugene Johnson, son of Kenneth Johnson and Sandra Ethel Calder, 23 Apr 1988, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN. Born, 16 Jun 1965, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN. Children:
1. Charlie Hunter[9] Johnson. Born, 20 Mar 1992, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN.
Tammy Lynn[8] Byrd. Born, 25 May 1958, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN.
She married Barry Lewis Sullivan, son of Johnny R. Sullivan and Ruby Katherine Adams, 11 Aug 1978, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN. Born, 7 Jan 1959, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN. Children:
1. Jason Lewis[9] Sullivan. Born, 29 Jan 1980, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN.
2. Bari-Lyn Sullivan. Born, 14 Jun 1983, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN.
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Candy Lee[8] Byrd. Born, 26 Sep 1962, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN.
She married Rodney Joel Spicer, son of Edward E. Spicer and Patricia Barrington, 21 Apr 1990, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN. Children:
1. Reed Joel[9] Spicer. Born, 19 Dec 1991, in Nashville, Davidson Co., TN.
Angela Gaye[8] Pearcy (James Lawson, 123). Born, 11 Jul 1973. Resided: 1991, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Associated with Shawn Yarbro, son of G. Clyde (Junior) Yarbro and JoEvelyn Magers. Children:
1. Natasha Sheree[9] Pearcy. Born, 23 Jan 1991, in Jackson, Madison Co., TN.
Lisa Ann[8] Pearcy (Billy Gene, 126). Born, circa 1969.
She married, first, Shawn Reeves, son of Dalton Reeves and Dorothy Yarbro, 24 Jun 1988. Divorce, circa 1991. Resided: 1993, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN.

She married, second, Jimmy Keith Allen, son of Jimmy Allen and Mary Russell, Aug 1991, in Gatlinburg, Sevier Co., TN. Born, circa 1966. Resided: 1995, in Beech Bluff, Madison Co., TN. Children:
1. Jessica[9] Allen. Born, circa 1993.
2. Cayce Brooke Allen. Born, 22 Sep 1994.
Pamela[8] Powers (Paul E., 130).
She married Rickie Landon Duke, son of John Benson (Bud) Duke and Dorothy Sue Dickson, before 1986. Born, 14 Feb 1953, in St. Louis, St. Louis Co., MO. Resided: 1996, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN. Children:
1. Kristie Michelle[9] Duke, stillborn. Born, 5 Sep 1986. Died, 5 Sep 1986. Burial in New Bethel Cem., Henderson Co., TN.
2. Paula Kristina Duke. Born, before 1992.
3. Ricky Paul Duke. Born, 6 May 1992.
Donald Howard[8] Powers (Howard J., 131). Born, 3 Feb 1952, in Henderson Co., TN. Died, 21 Dec 1971, in Vietnam. Burial in New Bethel Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Donald Powers served in Vietnam. He was riding in a convoy of trucks, sitting on the side of a truck, when he fell off and was run over by a following truck [Descendants of Thomas and Louisa Evans]. A military marker used as a footstone on his grave notes "Tennessee SP4 501 Engineer Co Vietnam BSM-Acorn."
He married Bonnie Gail Gilbert, daughter of Kermit Eldridge (Red) Gilbert and Ann Marie Hays, 21 Nov 1970, in Florence, Lauderdale Co., AL. Born, 25 Sep 1952, in Henderson Co., TN. Resided: circa 1992, in Darden, Henderson Co., TN. Children:
1. Christopher Howard[9] Powers. Born, 14 May 1971, in Henderson Co., TN.
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Eddie Ray[8] Dunavant (Edd W., 132). Born, circa 1949. Resided: 1992, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN.
He married Charlotte Gail Yarbro, daughter of G. Clyde (Junior) Yarbro and JoEvelyn Magers, 26 Jul 1969, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, circa 1949. Children:
1. Krista[9] Dunavant. Resided: 1992, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN.
2. Alisha Dunavant. Born, circa 1977. Resided: 1992, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN.
Larry R.[8] Dunavant (James Ralph, 133). Resided: 1991, in Atchison, Atchison Co., KS.
He married Unknown (Shirley?) Laster, daughter of Charles Laster and Margery (Margie) Rogers. The 1972 obituary of Margie Laster mentions a daughter Mrs. Shirley Cabrero of West Palm Beach, FL. Children:
1. Matthew Seth[9] Dunavant. Born, circa 1975.
James Ronnie[8] Dunavant (James Ralph, 133). Born, 4 Dec 1950. Resided: 1990, in Scotts Hill, TN.
He married Barbara June Tillman, daughter of W. Gordon Tillman and Allie Geneva Churchwell, 3 Sep 1971, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 7 Sep 1951. Children:
1. Deanne Carol[9] Dunavant. Born, 12 Jun 1972.
2. Jason Alan Dunavant. Born, 1 Jul 1975.
3. Adam Charles Dunavant. Born, 23 Sep 1980.
Sheila Jean[8] Dunavant (James Ralph, 133). Resided: 1990, in VA.
She married Gregory Louis (Greg) Fucci, son of Louis Fucci and Marilyn, 24 Feb 1973, in Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1996, in Scotts Hill, TN. Children:
1. Alex Louis[9] Fucci. Born, circa 1976. He married Andrea Michelle Cole, Mar 1996, in Reagan, Henderson Co., TN.
Barbara Gail[8] Dunavant (Alvin Elwood, 134). Born, 15 Jul 1954, in Decatur Co., TN.
She married, first, Anthony Alexander, 29 Sep 1973, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN. Divorce, 3 Jan 1989. Children:
1. Vicky Ann[9] Alexander.
2. Pamela Gail Alexander. Born, 19 May 1980, in Henderson Co., TN.
3. Brittany Leann Alexander. Born, 16 Aug 1986, in Madison Co., TN.
She married, second, George Edwards. Divorce, before 1996.

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Marsha Jeanette[8] Bowman (Dale Franklin, 138). Born, 24 Dec 1958, in Henderson Co., TN. Occupation: Teller.
She married, first, Roger Lynn Sego, circa 1980. Children:
1. Selena Lynn[9] Sego. Born, 9 Sep 1980.
She married, second, Stephen Gerald Nielsen, son of Gerald Irving Nielsen and Frances Naomi, 1 Jun 1990, in Laramie, Albany Co., WY. Born, 15 Jan 1947. Occupation: Forester. Stephen Gerald Nielsen served in the U.S. Army.
Cheri Dale[8] Bowman (Dale Franklin, 138). Born, 15 Dec 1960, in Henderson Co., TN. Occupation: Nurse.
She married Marty Jowers, son of F. L. Jowers and Jewel Gibson, 27 May 1989, in Henderson Co., TN. Born, 23 Apr 1955, in Henderson Co., TN. Occupation: Farmer/Sawmill. Children:
1. Rachel Cheri[9] Jowers. Born, 16 Jan 1990.
2. Rebecca Jeanette Jowers. Born, 11 Mar 1991.
3. Seth Jowers. Born, 1993.
Ruth Frances[8] Bowman (Dale Franklin, 138). Born, 10 Nov 1964.
She married John Vernon Heinrich. Children:
1. Amber Mollene[9] Heinrich. Born, 18 Apr 1992.
2. John Dale Heinrich. Born, 7 May 1993.
Tangie[8] Bowman (Samuel P. (Sammy), 139). Born, circa 1971.
She married, first, Charlie Brown, son of Raymond Brown and Peggy Johnson, 23 Jun 1993. Born, circa 1965.

She married, second, Unknown Gant, son of Daniel Gant and Jackie, before 1996. Children:
1. Delayna Joyce[9] Gant. Born, 16 Dec 1995.
Jimmy[8] Bowman (Samuel P. (Sammy), 139). Resided: 1997, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN.
He married Amanda (Haynes?). Children:
1. Spencer[9] Bowman.
2. Adam Kiley Bowman. Born, 12 Apr 1995.
Trina[8] Bowman (Samuel P. (Sammy), 139). Resided: 1997, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN.
She married Jim Roberts. Children:
1. Jessica Eileen[9] Roberts.
2. Kasey Brooke Roberts. Born, 20 Apr 1995.
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Benita Fay[8] Rhodes.
She married David Howell Brasher, son of Jesse G. Brasher and Joan Smith, 19 Nov 1990, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 22 Nov 1966. Children:
1. Coltin[9] Brasher. Born, circa 1989.
2. Lauren Brooke Brasher. Born, 3 Nov 1991, in Jackson, Madison Co., TN.
James Terry[8] Duke. Born, 8 Dec 1954, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN. Occupation: Dairy Bar.
He married Jill Lewis, 1 May 1978. Occupation: Nurse. Children:
1. Jacob[9] Duke.
2. Seth Duke.
Mickey Myron[8] Powers (Bobby Leon, 144).
He married Amy Rushing, daughter of Charles Rushing and Unknown Mooney. Born, circa 1968. Children:
1. Betheny[9] Powers.
Larry T.[8] Mitchell. Resided: 1991, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. "Larry Mitchell Served in the Air Force during the Vietman War. His years of service were 1965 until 1969. He served one year in Korea." ["Paths of Freedom," Parsons News Leader, 3 July 1991, p. 21]
He married Linda Rae Lewis. Children:
1. Tiffany Rae[9] Mitchell. Born, 5 Nov 1975. Died, 15 Nov 1987, in Jackson, Madison Co., TN. Burial in Crossroads Cem., Decatur Co., TN.
2. John Mitchell.
3. Jennifer Mitchell.
Denny[8] Broadway (Malcolm, 149). Occupation: Minister. Denny Broadway served in the marines.
He married Joan Ivy, daughter of Van Ray Ivy and Bertha Marie Sullivan, 30 May 1969, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 7 Aug 1952, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Resided: circa 1992, in Henderson, Chester Co., TN. Occupation: Secretary. Children:
1. Rodney Clark[9] Broadway. Born, 25 Feb 1972. Resided: circa 1992, in Henderson, Chester Co., TN. Occupation: Electrician.
2. Wendy Denee Broadway. Born, 28 Apr 1974.
3. Joannie Rae Broadway. Born, 31 Jul 1983.
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Keith[8] Conder. Resided: 1997, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN.
He married Karen Denise Lewis, daughter of Wayne Lewis and Virginia Reeves. Born, 24 Mar 1964, in Jackson, Madison Co., TN. Children:
1. Kaelyn Elizabeth[9] Conder. Born, 2 Jul 1992.
2. Kassidy Rae Conder. Born, 29 Apr 1996.
William David[8] Carrington. Born, 23 Jun 1958. Resided: circa 1996, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN. Occupation: Factory.
He married Sandra Dell Bryant, 26 Oct 1979. Children:
1. William Hunter[9] Carrington.
2. Justin Earl Carrington.
Daniel Mark[8] Carrington. Born, 22 Dec 1966, in Madison Co., TN. Resided: 1996, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN.
He married Stephanie Royce Camper, daughter of Royce Camper and Sarah Conway, 26 Nov 1988, in Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1996, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Children:
1. Samuel[9] Carrington. Born, 26 Feb 1991.
2. Sarah Grace Carrington. Born, 6 Apr 1993.
Carrie Lynn[8] Myracle. Born, 30 Apr 1964, in Madison Co., TN.
She married Kenneth Mark Milam, son of W. C. Milam and Mary Lou Buckingham, 14 Jan 1984, in Decatur Co., TN. Children:
1. Katie Jo[9] Milam.
2. Will Jared Milam.
Joe Paul[8] Myracle. Born, 28 Apr 1966, in Madison Co., TN.
He married, first, Alice Alexander, daughter of James Dwight Alexander and Mary Sartin. Resided: 1996, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Children:
1. Jacob Warren (Jake)[9] Myracle. Born, circa 1989.
He married, second, Stephanie Lynette Houston, daughter of Jack Vise Houston and McNeva Tucker, 24 Apr 1993. Born, circa 1968.
Vicky Ann[9] Alexander. Born, 22 Mar 1974, in Henderson Co., TN.
She married James D. McDonald, 2 Jul 1989. Children:
1. Courtney Darnelle[10] McDonald. Born, 14 Nov 1989.
2. Lauren McDonald.

ESSARY FAMILY

from the research of David Donahue, published November 25, 1997

from other research...