RUSHING FAMILY (Decatur and Henderson counties, Tennessee) Compiled by David L. Donahue, P.O. Box 218, Parsons, TN 38363-0218 ddonahue@netease.net Treat information as unproven. Verify before DAR or LDS submission. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 1 FIRST GENERATION 1. Mathew[1] Rushing. Died, before 1730, in NC. The following information was supplied by Charles C. Rushing and appears in the "Rushing Past" newsletter, II(1), March 1980. "Let's start with the Isle of Wight County, Virginia. 'Early Eighteenth Century Palatine Emigration' by Knittle (on Page 252) states that on the 2nd sailing from Holland to England then to Virginia, there was listed 23 May 1709 Mathys Riesin (German for Rushing) and Vrow (wife) and three children. Then on page 262 Mattys Russin -- they were of Protestant faith and could not worship as Protestants in Germany. In 'Seventeenth Century Isle of Wight Co. Virginia' by John Bennet Boddie, it states that Mattys Russian sold 150 acres to Wm Bridger in 1714. The Russians (Rushings) were living in an area overrun by Louis XIV of France and had escaped to Holland. There they were helped by Queen Anne of England who promised to take them to Virginia to settle there. In 'Lost Virginia Records' by Louis Des Cognets on Page 88, Mathew Rushin applied for 475 acres with a partner Edward Goodson. Russin sold his (or a part) to Wm. Bridger as stated above. This deed was dated 10 April 1707 (a little variation in the dates from the 'Palatine Migration' book). Mathys Rushin had to live on it for a period to get title; on 16 June 1714 he got title (page 190 of 'Lost Virginia Records'). Here is synopsis: 1707 Mathew Rushin applied for 475 acres; 1714 he received Patent." But this is only one theory about Rushing family origins. I am presenting it because it is a theory which at least presents documentary evidence. However, there are several other legends and theories on the origin of the family, the most widespread being that the family is Welsh. There is evidence for a James Rushing in New Kent County, Virginia, in 1667, and for a Mathew Rushing in Charles City County, Virginia, before 1670. The Rushings who settled along the Beech River in West Tennessee came from Anson County, North Carolina. The Rushings in Anson County, North Carolina, seem to be very closely related, but working out the relationships between them is extremely difficult, particularly because there are so many William Rushings. I propose the following hypothesis. The Beech River Rushings seem to be descended from two near contemporary William Rushings who lived on Brown's Creek (a contemporary John Rushing lived on Thompson's Creek in the Chesterfield District of South Carolina.) To attempt to clarify the relationships I plotted probable locations of Rushing land grants and deeds. When this is done the Rushings fall into two subgoups. One group lived on Browns Creek near the present community of White Store, near Black Jack Creek. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 2 FIRST GENERATION This group is associated with the elder and younger Joseph Whites in land grant and deed records. This group includes two Williams, Richard, Phillip, Soloman, and a John. The other group is found 5-10 miles farther south on Thompson's Creek, on the headwaters of Browns Creek, and on Little Browns Creek. This group includes two or more Williams, two or more Johns, a Mathew, Robert, Noah, and Abraham. They are associated in land grant and deed records with Benjamin Jackson and John Jackson. The breakdown is not exactly this simple, however, and some adjustments have to be made. Except for living near the southern Rushing group, Abraham is most closely tied to Richard, Solomon, and others in the northern group. He married Elizabeth. Died, circa 1745. According to Virgil W. Huntley of Mystic Connecticut, who has studied deed records for the Rushing family in North Carolina, "Mathew Rushing, father of William, had a wife, Elizabeth, as she acknowledges the sale of land to William Bridges or Bridgers on 15 July, 1718. "Widow Elizabeth Rushing is said to have maried either Edwin or Edward Goodson as her 2nd husband. Elizabeth is said to have died about 1743 to 1747 leaving property to Goodson. A most dramatic will said to be filed by Goodson. Where is it?" [Letter to David Donahue, July 19, 1992] Virgil W. Huntly also estimates that Mathew's son William had to have been born circa 1710 or earlier because he purchased his father's property in 1730. Neither of the William Rushings on Brown's Creek seem to be old enough to be the William, son of Mathew. Either or both might be grandsons. Children: 2 i. William[2] Rushing. 3 ii. William Rushing. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 3 SECOND GENERATION 2. William[2] Rushing (Mathew, 1). Born, circa 1720. This William Rushing seems to have lived on Brown's Creek near Black Jack Branch, near the present community of White Store in Anson County. This William Rushing may have been the one who received land grant No. 6531 dated 19 April 1763 for 150 acres on both sides of Deep Creek--including his own improvement. He is mentioned in land grant No. 3092 dated 18 April 1771 to Josiah Herndon, Jr., for 200 Acres in Anson County on Black Jack Branch of Brown's Creek, joining William Rushing. This William Rushing is probably a grandson of Mathew Rushing and a first cousin of the contemporary William Rushing who lived between Little Brown's Creek and Thompson's Creek. Most likely name for his father would be William. He married an unknown woman. Children: 4 i. Abraham[3] Rushing. 5 ii. Phillip Rushing. 6 iii. Richard Rushing. 7 iv. William Rushing. v. Jacob Rushing. Born, circa 1760. Census: 1790, in Anson Co., NC. Census: 1840, in Madison Co., TN. Jacob Rushing appears in the 1783 petition to move the courthouse for Anson County. He appears in a sequence of signatures which goes Abraham Rushing, Phillip Rushing, Thomas Wright, John Willis, Isaac Jackson, Thomas Meador, Jason Meador, Richard Rushing, Robert Rushing, Jacob Rushing. According to Barbara Crumpton of Duncan Oklahoma, who has researched Jacob to the extent available records allow, in Anson County legal transactions Jacob Rushing is associated with either Abraham Rushing or one of the families allied to Abraham Rushing (e.g., Mobberly, Meador). Records for Madison County do not show if Jacob Rushing died there or moved on and do not indicate what happened to the property Jacob owned there. 8 vi. Solomon Rushing. vii. John Rushing. John Rushing received Land Grant No. 4686 dated May 24, 1773, issued by Josiah Martin, Royal Governor of the Colony of RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 4 SECOND GENERATION North Carolina. The grant was for 150 acres in Anson County on the lower side of Brown's Creek, joining a hollow and William Rushing. 3. William[2] Rushing (Mathew, 1). This William Rushing owned land on Thompson's Creek and Little Brown's Creek and may have lived in what is now Chesterfield County, South Carolina. Most of his descendants seem to have lived in Anson County and are associated with the other Rushing group living there. This William Rushing seems to have been the one who received land grant No. 495 dated 13 October 1756, on Thompson's Creek. He is listed as William Ruskin. This William Rushing also received land grant No. 947 dated 26 May 1757 for 400 acres in Anson County of the S.W. side of Pee Dee river, joining the E. side of the N. fork of Thompson's Creek and crossing the creek twice. This William Rushing is probably a grandson of Mathew Rushing and probably a first cousin of the contemporary William Rushing living on Brown's Creek near Black Jack Branch. Most likely name for the father of this William Rushing would be John Rushing. He married Mary?. Children: 9 i. Robert[3] Rushing. 10 ii. Unknown Daughter Rushing. iii. William Rushing. Born, circa 1755. Census: 1790, in Anson Co., NC. Census: 1800, in Anson Co., NC. This is the William Rushing, Jr., of the 1790 census in Anson County, North Carolina, and the elder of the two William Rushing Juniors in the 1800 census in Anson County. The following is a deed recorded on page 272 of Anson County Deed Book H: "To all people to whom these presents shall come I William Rushing of the State of North Carolina in the County of Anson, PLANTER, for and in consideration of the love and and good will and affection which I have and do bear towards my son William Rushing of the same state and county have given and grant & by these presents do freely give and grant unto the said William Rushing his heirs executors or administrators all and singular about fifty acres of land taken from my survey of four hundred acres beginning at a black walnut by the fork of the little creek & running near a north course to another line of which (before the signing of these presents) I have delivered him the said William Rushing an inventory signed with my own hand bearing date 1781 to have and to hold all the said land to him the said William Rushing his heirs executors or administrators from henceforth to be his property asolutely without any manner of condition in witness whereof I hereunto set my hand & seal the seventeenth day of August one thousand seven hundred and eighty one signed sealed and delivered in presence of Joseph Friffeth [Griffeth?] Noah Rushing. Wm. Rushing (seal). "January Cot. 1782 then the within deed was acknowledged by William Rushing Sen." [Transcription made by Virgil W. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 5 SECOND GENERATION Huntley, Mystic, CT.] iv. Noah Rushing. Born, circa 1758. Died, before 1800. Census: 1790, in Anson Co., NC. This Noah Rushing was an adult in 1778 when, with William Rushing Jr. and Benjamin Jackson, he was witness to a deed transferring 200 acres of land from William Rushing to Robert Rushing [Deed Book k, p. 470]. He may have died or moved before 1800 as the Noah in 1800 seems to be a younger individual. v. Rowland Rushing. Census: 1790, in Anson Co., NC. vi. John Rushing. Died, before 1790. He married Sabrina. 11 vii. Daughter (Sarah?) Rushing. viii. Mark Rushing. Born, circa 1760. Census: 1790, in Anson Co., NC. For me Mark Rushings are the greatest mystery. In Anson Co. the name mark is associated with the family of the William Rushing on Little Brown's Creek and Thompson's Creek. However, in Tennessee Mark Rushings are found in areas where the family of the Revolutionary War veteran Phillip is found. The possibility should be considered that Mark Rushing married one of the daughters of Phillip Rushing. ix. Mary Rushing. She married Benjamin Jackson. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 6 THIRD GENERATION 4. Abraham[3] Rushing (William, 2). Born, circa 1742. Died, 1805, in Anson Co., NC. The birth date for Abraham Rushing is somewhat controversial. Several sources use 1730. I have been unable to determine if there is a factual basis for this or if this date is based on identifying the wrong Phillip (Revolutionary War veteran Phillip) for the son Phillip (probably the Phillip I. in the 1800 census) named in Abraham's will. Based on ages of Abraham's children other than Phillip, Abraham need not have been born before 1750. Land grant records indicate a probably birth date of 1740-1745. Abraham Rushing received land grant No. 6314 dated 15 November 1762 for 300 acres in Anson County on the North Fork of Thompson's Creek joining above John Jackson. Abraham Rushing received Land Grant No. 8814 dated July 25, 1774, and issued by Josiah Martin, Royal Governor of the Colony of North Carolina. The grant was for 150 acres in Anson County on the branches of Thompson's Creek, joining Thomas Creek and Rushing's own survey, between the two prongs of Thompson's Creek. He married, first, Mariah Meador, daughter of Jason Meador. Children: 12 i. Abraham[4] Rushing. ii. Elizabeth Rushing. Born, before 1775. Census: 1800, in Anson Co., NC. She married William Morgan. Elizabeth Morgan is mentioned in the will of Abraham Rushing in 1806. It seems most likely that Elizabeth was the wife of William Morgan, the only Morgan in the Anson County census in 1800 and 1810. At least some of the Morgans in Decatur and Henderson counties may be descended from this family. 13 iii. Jason Rushing. iv. Sarah Rushing. She married English. 14 v. Phillip J. Rushing. vi. Thomas M. Rushing. Born, circa 1783, in NC. Census: 1820, in Bedford Co., TN. 15 vii. Peter Rushing. viii. William Rushing. The identity of William Rushing, son of Abraham, has not been established. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 7 THIRD GENERATION He married, second, Sarah Watts. 5. Phillip[3] Rushing (William, 2). Born, circa 1745. Died, after 1840, in Perry Co., TN. Birth(2): 1756. Census: 1790, in Anson Co., NC. Census: 1820, in Perry Co., TN. Two major myths about this Phillip Rushing create difficulties for a Rushing family researchers. Myth 1: Burrell (1798-1867) was the son of Phillip. This is based by looking at one datum point -- that there was a veteran or pensioneer named Phillip Rushing in the household of Burrell in 1840 in Perry County, Tennessee -- and ignoring a great deal of other information, including Phillip's age in the same census. (This is discussed in more detail below.) In general, because of the close associations between the families of Burrell and Isaac, Burrell and Isaac must have been brothers, but census data will not support both to be sons of Phillip. Myth 2: The Revolutionary War veteran Phillip was the son of the Abraham Rushing who died in 1805 in Anson County, North Carolina. Phillip could have been slightly older than the Abraham who died in 1805 as Phillip needed to have been born circa 1745 to be father of the Phillip Rushing Jr. in the 1790 census. Without having to be father of the Revolutionary War veteran Phillip, Abraham needs only to have been born about 1750. The myth of Phillip has pushed the estimated ages of Abraham Rushing and some of Abraham's children back in time unnecessarily. For example, I have seen 1750 given as a possible birth date for Abraham's daughter Elizabeth Morgan. No one seems to know her husband's name. Census data in Anson County, North Carolina and Henderson, Perry, and Decatur Counties, Tennessee otherwise indicate that she was the wife of William Morgan, that she was born circa 1773 or 1774, and that her own children were born from circa 1795 to circa 1813. Elizabeth probably was two or three years older than her husband. Some descendants of Abraham are needlessly looking for an earlier marriage for Abraham as Abraham's wife Mariah Meador would have too young to be the mother of children born as early as 1750 as the wrong dates suggest. The acceptance of this myth seems odd to me because Phillip's pension claim names Richard as his brother and Richard is not a name of one of Abraham's children. The Philip who appears as Philip I. in 1800, the yonger Phillip in 1810, and as Philep J. in 1820 seems a more likely choice as son of Abraham. Unfortunately, these myths are contained in an accepted application to join the Daughters of the American Revolution, and the DAR itselp seems to be distributing the misinformation. In his pension claim in 1834, Phillip Rushing states he had been in Tennessee for 18 years. A military marker has been erected for Phillip Rushing at Rushing Grove Cemetery in Decatur County. The dates on the marker are 1756-1838. This location probably is incorrect. Phillip seems to have still been alive at the time of the census in 1840. He is listed in the household of Burrell Rushing. Burrell at this time is living south of Rushing Creek, near the Bath Springs area surrounded by various Brashers. So it is probable that this was Phillip's property and not Burrell's. (Burrell registered land on Turkey Creek near Rushing Grove in 1840s, though descendants claim this was the land Burrell RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 8 THIRD GENERATION settled in about 1820. Burrell's property adjoined Richard's property to the east). A more likely place for Phillip to be buried then would be in an old cemetery in the Rushing Creek area (Brigance, Ivey, Mt. Lebanon perhaps) or in the Brasher Cemetery. For the sake of argument, a case could be made that Phillip and Richard are buried at Campground Cemetery. There is no evidence to suggest that Rushing Grove Cemetery is older than the mid 1850s when Henry Harrington may have been buried there. The birth date used on the military marker at Rushing Grove Cemetery is 1756. This is the based on an age of 78 sworn to by witnesses in Phillip Rushing's pension claim in 1834. However, in the pension claim Phillip himself admits that his memory is failing. While Phillip mentions that there is proof of his age in a family bible in the posession of his brother Richard, court records never indicate that the bible was produced in court. Whether because of Phillips failing memory or an arithmetic error by a court clerk, Phillip's age in the pension clain seems to be off by 10 years. Census data consistently show Phillip to be older than born in 1856. As his move from Anson Co. is dated by deed to 1815, he had to have been the oldest Phillip in the 1810 census, and by comparison the oldest Phillip in 1800 (when he and his wife were both 45 or older), and in 1790. In the 1790 census Philip Rushing, Jr., is already listed as the head of a family and seems to have two children. The Phillip in the 1840 census with Burrell is age 78 (born circa 1762). Either this is a different Phillip or Burrell has no idea of Phillip's correct age. The death year 1838 on the military marker seems to have been taken from Phillip's the pension papers and may come from a note from the Treasury indicating that Phillip's pension had been paid through that date. There is such a note in the pension papers for Richard Rushing with the same closing date. Richard Rushing is known to have lived until 1841. Phillip Rushing may have outlived all his children. Perry County Circuit Court Records in 1838 include a petition by grandson Calvin Lacy to be replaced as Phillip's guardian. Calvin Lacy was relatively wealthy and did not have any children, so he would have been a neutral choice among Phillip's competing grandchildren to be Phillip's guardian. If the Phillip with Burrell in 1840 is the Revolutionary War veteran, then Burrell most likely is his guardian. Census data for Phillip in 1790 in Anson County show 3 males under 16 and 2 free white females, plus Phillip Jr. in a separate household. Data for Phillip in 1800 in Anson County: 22101-00301; note the addition of another adult female. I think that the 1790 census is closest to being correct for Phillip's family. I think he had at most four sons and perhaps four or five daughters, with two or more daughters having married before 1790. In addition to White and Lacy, the most likely families for Phillip's daughters, assuming that any of their families moved to Decatur County, would be Griffin, Presley, and Wright. The age range for Phillip Rushing's children seems to be 1765-1790. Decatur county Rushing claimants for descent from Phillip often use 1820 Perry County census data to show children born circa 1799. Yet a comparison 1790 and 1800 data seems to show that a married daughter (or, perhaps, a daughter-in-law) and family moved into Phillip's household in the interval, and the same thing may have happened between 1800 and 1810. The young children in Phillip's household in 1820 are more likely to be grandchildren than children. (Census data -- 1790 Anson County: 13-3; 1800 Anson County: 22101-00301; 1810 Anson County: 11001-11101; 1820 Perry County: 010101-01001). Phillip's sons seems more likely to some of the Rushings in Stewart and Houston Counties, Tennessee. It is possible that Phillip was the grandfather of Richard Rushing RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 9 THIRD GENERATION in McNairy County in 1850, and it is possible that he was father of one of the Marks in Perry County in 1830. Phillip Rushing received Land Grant No. 8510 dated July 23, 1774, and issued by Josiah Martin, Royal Governor of the Colony of North Carolina. The grant was for 400 acres in Anson County on the southwest side of the Great Pee Dee, on Great Brown's Creek, joining a bottom by the creek near the muddy spring branch. The following is text of the pension application of Philip Rushing. His pension application number was S21458. "Perry County, July Term 1834 -- On this 21st day of July 1834 personally appeared before the Court of Pleas and Quarter Sessions for the County of Perry PHILIP RUSHING a resident of Rushing's Creek in Perry County, State of Tennessee, aged 78 years, who being first sworn acording to law doth on his oath make the following declaration in order to obtain the benefit of act of Congress passed June the 7th 1832 that he entered service of the United States under the following named officers and served as herein after stated. "This declarent entered the service of the United States under Captain John Jackson he declarent being the Ensign of said company in Anson County in the State of North Carolina, from thence marched to Gilbert Town N. Carolina, from thence to Pleasant Garden at the head of the Catawber, from thence into the Indian Nation on the Hiwassee River, from thence to the Valley Towns where some of our men were out fowling and Indians came upon them and killed three of them, one of whose names was Turner he believes; from thence was marched home by way of Pleasant garden, declared served his tour the term of three months as Ensign, he declarent thinks his tour was performed in the latter end of the year 1776, but owing to old age he cannot recollect precisily his Major's name was Davidson, Col. David Love (or Lane) his Col., and general Rutherford was his General. "This declarent again volunteered under Captain Stephen Jackson in the year 1777, and was imployed on the frontiers guarding the property of whigs and their lives from Ruthless hands of the Torys and British. He served this year seven months as a volunteer guarding the frontiers--again in the year 1778 he volunteered under the same Captain and was imployed on the same service that is ranging along the frontiers; in these several last tours he dose not recollect particularly owing to old age and the consequent loss of memory the events of this period of his services as he did not charge his memory with minor events but in fact he nearly always was out in the service of his country from the year 1776 up to this time which was 1780. "The declarent in the year 1781 entered the service under Capt. Bogan, Col. Wade his Colonel; declarent was marched from Anson County N. Carolina to Cape Fear where he was attached to Colo. Smith's Regiment and to capt. Smith's Company; his declarents own Capt. and Col. having left the army. This tour we had an engagement with the Tories on Capefear not far from Wilmington and defeated them after which we marched up and attached the British in a large Brick house some time not long after this we heard that Cornwallis was defeated at Little York & went home. This declarent states that on this Tour he served two months. He has no documentary evidence by which he can prove his service nor does he know of any person except Richard Rushing by whom he can prove the same, he hereby relinquishes any claim whatever to a pension or annuity except the present and declares that his name is not on the pension roll of the agency of any state sworn to and subscribed the day and year above written. (Signed) PHILLIP (X) RUSHING. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 10 THIRD GENERATION "Sworn statements of William Woolverton, a clergyman residing in Perry County, and W. F. Doherty, residing in Perry County, stating that Rushing is 78 years of age and he is reputed and believed in the neighborhood where he resides to have been a revolutionary soldier. Signed 21 July 1834. "Statement of Richard Rushing: '...Richard Rushing who is a creditable person and made oath in due form of law that he served most of the Tours with Philip Rushing, that he has stated that he served in the Revolution, and that he served as he states, and further that he the said Philip Rushing was an Ensign as he states, sworn to and subscribed in open court this 21st day of July 1834.' Signed RICHARD (X) RUSHING. ". . . Questions by the court: "1. Where and in what year were you born. Ans.: I was born in Anson County N. Carolina 1756. "2. Have you any record of your age and if so where is it. Ans.: My brother Richard Rushing has it at his house. "3. Where were you living when called into service, where have you lived since the Revolutionary War, and where do you live now? Ans.: In Anson County when called up top service where I continued to live till about fifteen years ago I moved from there to the County of Perry in the State of Tennessee where I now live. "4. How were you called into service, were you drafted, did you volunteer or were you a substitute and if a substitute for whom? Ans.: I was called out in Capt. Jackson as an Ensign, whether we were drafted or whether we the company (cannot be read) and went out without a draft. I do not now recollect all the rest of the Tours I was a volunteer. "5. State the names of some of the Regular officers who were with the troops where you served, such continental and militia regiments as you recollect, and the general circumstances of your service. Ans.: Gen. Rutherford, Col. Wade, and Col. Smith, whether they were regular officers or state officers I do not know as I am old and forgetful, but I think at least Col. Smith was a regular, for the general circumstances of my service &c see my declaration. "6. Did you ever receive a discharge from the service & if so, by whom was it given & what has become of it. Ans.: I never received a discharge for in the past when it was we were just dismissed by our officers. I was commissioned Ensign but I cannot tell certainly by whom it was signed but think Gov. Caswell, it has long ago been lost. "7. State the names of persons to whom you are known in your present neighborhood and who can testify as to your character for varasity and their belief of your service as a soldier of the Revolution. Ans.: Parson Woolverton I have who is the nearest preacher and W. F. Doherty could--living in all my neighbours. I would also refer to aul W. C. Dunlap. (Note: living in last sentence could be bring.) The Amended Declaration of Phillip Rushing - I was at the skirmishes with the Tories at Thompson Creek, at Lynches Creek, Hills Creek, Richardson Creek, and at Drowning Creek at Bettys Bridge where we had a battle with the Tories and we parted without any decision and afterwards the Tories defeated the whigs but I was not in that engagement. I was on Cape Fear River near Wilmington when we defeated the Tories who had defeated Col. Wade at Drowning Creek. I was also in an attack on the Brick House in the possession of the British and after several fire we retired being unable to take the House. I was in the company of Stephen Jackson a part of the time, and a part of the time I was in the company RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 11 THIRD GENERATION of Capt. John Johnson and at sometime transfered to some other company in Col. Smith's Regiment, but I am now unable to recollect the name of the officers except as stated in my original declaration. I am now old and infirm and my memory has failed me so much. I cannot recollect the dates of my service. I can only recollect the places we had a battle or expected to have one and the names of the officers, but what rout we pursued in each campaign I cannot now recollect or the particular time I served in each campaign. I have only a recollection of serving my country and being generally in service. Signed: PHILLIP (X) RUSHING. 7 Oct. 1834. "Statement of John L. Houston, J.P.: '...I am personally acquainted with the said Phillip Rushing and know him to be old and infirm and that he is respectable and his statement entitled to credit.' 7 Oct. 1834. "'I will take a pension for six months on this claim, knowing the old man and from his extreme age he cannot recollect any more than stated in this declaration.' Signed: W. C. Dunlap, 13 Dec. 1834. "Paid at a rate of twenty dollars from 4 Sept. 1835 to 4 March 1838. (Note from treasury Department, dated 14 Jan. 1839.)" [The transcription above appeared in Vol. 1 of "The River Counties."] He married Hannah. Born, before 1755. Died, after 1815. Children: 16 i. Phillip[4] Rushing. 17 ii. Hannah Rushing. iii. Elijah Rushing. Born, circa 1780. Census: 1800, in Anson Co., NC. An Elijah Rushing served as security for Eljiah Lowry, appointed in 1816 as guardian of the minor children of Phillip Rushing, deceased, in Steward Co., TN. 18 iv. Millie Rushing. v. Other Children. Another likely son for this Phillip would be the Richard Rushing in Livingston Co., Kentucky in the 1810 census (born 1785 or earlier). The possibility that one of Phillip's daughters (born ca. 1777 or earlier) married Mark Rushing should be considered. A Burrell Rushing who would have been an adult in 1808 appears in Anson County, North Carolina, property records. A more speculative possibility for a daughter of Phillip Rushing would be the wife (name unknown, born early 1780s) of the Robery Ivy who settled on Rushing Creek in Decatur County. 6. Richard[3] Rushing (William, 2). Born, 1749, in VA. Died, 1841, in Perry Co., TN. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN (unmarked). Richard Rushing received two land grants issued by Josiah Martin, Royal Governor of the Colony of North Carolina. The first, No. 3853 dated May 22, 1772, was for 100 acres in Anson County on a branch on the lower side of Brown's Creek, joining the said branch above Wm. Rushing. The second, No. 7487 dated March 4, 1775, was for 150 acres in Anson County on the lower side of Brown's Creek, joining a small branch and Solomon Rushing. Richard Rushing moved to the Beech River area of Perry County (later Decatur County) in Tennessee before 1820 and settled on the south side of the Beech River. He had extensive land holdings in the 7th and 8th sections of the RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 12 THIRD GENERATION 8th range along Turkey Creek. He probably is the ancestor of most of the Rushings living in Henderson County. The following is a summary of the pension claim of Richard Rushing. It was written in a letter dated July 31, 1930, by B. W. Morgan, Acting Commissioner of Pensions, to Miss Edna Rushing, Sacramento, California. "You are advised that it appears from the papers in the Revolutionary War pension claim, [S. or 8.] 21457, that Richard Rushing was born in 1849 in Virginia 'on [the] Roanoke'. "While residing in Anson County, North Carolina he served with the North Carolina troops, as follows: "In 1776, three months in Captain John Jackson's Company, was in a skirmish at Drowning Creek where his brother William was wounded and soon after died; in 1777, nine months in Captain Stephen Jackson's Company; in 1778, ten months in the same company; in 1779, eight months in the same company; in 1780, six months in the same company. A part of the time he served in Colonel Wade's Regiment. "He was in skirmishes on Black river, Bates Bridge, Lynch's Creek, Richardson's Creek and Thompson's Creek. "He was allowed pension on his application executed July 21, 1834, at which time he was living in Rushing Creek, Perry County, Tennessee, having lived there fifteen years. "He stated that his brother Philip served with him most of the time. "There is no reference to wife or children." There is little proof of Richard's family, and the family presented in this database is somewhat of a composit. Richard seems to have had at least nine sons (including probably David in a separate household) and two daughters in the 1800 census of Anson County. There is proof that David, Willis, and Amy Boatwright were children of Richard. Dennis and Willis are always said to have been brothers, and the elder and younger Richard are in the same household in the 1840 census (based on ages children in the 1850 census). This is "Richard's family." Then there is "Sarah's family." Sarah Rushing appears as age 80 in the household of Burrell Rushing, born ca. 1821, from the 1850 census. Her family includes Elijah, Isaac, and Burrell (born 1789). Phillip's wife is known from a deed to have been named Hannah, so Sarah could not have been his wife. Between 1830 and 1840 Elijah Rushing and his wife appear to have died. Sarah (listed as Sally) appears as head of a household in the 1840 census; this probably is Elijah's household, including Burrell (born 1821). This young Burrell has money by the mid 1840s when he buys a large amount of land, buys slaves, and builds a mansion which is still a local landmark. Where did the money come from? The best explaination would that Sarah inherited a larger widow's portion of Richard's estate and financed the acquistions of her grandson Burrell with whom she had been living for several years. He married, first, Unknown Daughter Rushing (10), before 1780. Children: 19 i. Unknown[4] Rushing. 20 ii. David Rushing. 21 iii. Dennis Rushing. 29 iv. Amy Rushing. He married, second, Sarah (Sally), before 1790. Born, circa 1770, in RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 13 THIRD GENERATION Anson Co., NC. Died, circa 1852, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1840, in Perry Co., TN. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. There is a Sarah Rushing living in the household of Burrell Rushing (b. ca. 1821) in 1850. In 1840 as Sally she is listed as head of what appears to be the same household. She probably is the wife of Richard Rushing even though she is in a separate household in 1840. She would be a second wife of Richard as she is not old enough to have been the mother of David Rushing. I would place the marriage in the age gap between Dennis and Richard, but this is arbitrary, although given her association with Burrell, son of Elijah, this age gap seems more appropriate than the later age gap between Willis and D. M. What may have happened is that Elijah (and perhaps his wife) died before 1840, as Elijah is not in the 1840 census but his children are. Sarah might have moved into the household to care for the minor children, while the by now very elderly Richard remained in his own household with the family of his son Richard. Only three Rushings in Decatur County could ever have been considered comparatively wealthy -- Phillip, a slave ovner; Richard, a large land owner; and Burrell Rushing born ca. 1821, a plantation and slave owner. The best evidence for Sarah as a wife of Richard may be to consider how Burrell Rushing became a wealthy plantation owner with a mansion which is still a local landmark. All of the other Rushing's in the area including Burrell's brothers seem to have been small-scale farmers, tending a hundred or so acres without help or with a hand or two. Sarah seems to have moved into Elijah's household after Elijah and wife had died, where Sarah is listed as head of household in the 1840 census; her household included Burrell. In 1843 Burrell is buying the land for his plantation from John Lucky Houston and by 1850 Burrell is a slave owner. The money could only have come from Sarah. As Sarah was not wife of Phillip (whose wife was named Hannah), the money could only have come from Richard's estate. There was action concerning Richard's estate during this period of time, as David Rushing's power of attorney in Benton County attests. Also, the 1798 Burrell is tied up in a land transaction during this period. While one descendant claims the 1798 Burrell was registering the land he had settled before 1820, the land records themselves seem to indicate that the land was being purchased from Richard Rushing or his estate. My conclusion is that Sarah inherited a larger widow's share of Richard Rushing's estate, which was sold up. She then let her grandson, with who she was living, use the money to finance the plantation. Children: 22 v. Richard Rushing. 23 vi. Elijah Rushing. 24 vii. Willis Rushing. 25 viii. D. M. (Daniel??) Rushing. 26 ix. Burrell Rushing. 27 x. Isaac Rushing. 28 xi. Mary J. (Rushing?). 7. William[3] Rushing (William, 2). Born, circa 1755. Died, 1776, in Drowning Creek, Anson Co., NC. The following sketch of William Rushing appears in the "Rushing Past" newsletter dated September 1981. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 14 THIRD GENERATION "William Rushing was a young man growing up in Anson County in the 1760's when most of his father's relatives and friends were openly advocating disolving all the ties with mother England due to the harsh, unreasonable and unjust treatment of the people of the Carolina colony. Most of William's friends and neighbors openly supported this open break. Being honorable men, the Rushings and their neighbors put their grievance in writing in a petition they signed and addressed to then Gov. Tryon. No sooner had these brave men delivered their petition than they were labeled rebels and outlaws by the English. Several of these men were hung for pursuing American Independence! English troops and militia were sent into Anson County to "keep the peace" and arrest "rebels" and their sympathisers. Armed Tory militia began military operations in the county. Many civilians were killed in these para-military operations. William and his neighbors took up arms to protect themselves, their families and their neighbors from these armed vigilantes. From 1768 to 1776, William fought in 19 major engagements with Tory and English troops in North and South Carolina. He was wounded on at least one other occasion. Finally, in the company of his brothers Richard and Phillip he fought in the battle of Drowning Creek in Anson County. He was mortally wounded. His brothers carried him to his parents home where he died. Owing to the circumstances of his death, his family could not give William a public funeral since to do so would be to invite the arrest of his family as "rebels" and harsh reprisals from the Tories. As with other patriots who were killed before the United States declared its Independence, William was buried in a secluded spot now lost in time." This sketch seems to confuse the William who was killed at Drowning Creek other Williams in the same area. The William Rushing who died at Drowning Creek may have been the youngest son of his father and far too young to have been caught up in the Regulator movement. Nor is there any evidence that this William's family was in any way at outs with the colonial government as they received numerous land grants issued by the Royal Governor during the 1770s. This seems to have been the William Rushing who received Land Grant No. 8509 dated July 23, 1774, issued by Josiah Martin, Royal Governor of the Colony of North Carolina. The grant was for 150 acres in Anson County, on the southwest side of the Pee Dee River, joining a hill near Rushing Creek and near Talton's Creek, which is a branch of Thompson's Creek. He married Unknown. Children: i. William[4] Rushing. Born, circa 1775. Census: 1800, in Anson Co., NC. This is the younger of the two William Rushing Juniors listed in the 1800 census in Anson County, North Carolina. 8. Solomon[3] Rushing (William, 2). Died, 1811, in Anson Co., NC. Solomon Rushing received Land Grant No. 4116 issued January 22, 1773 by Josiah Martin, Royal Governor of the Colony of North Carolina. The grant was for 200 acres on the southwest side of the Pee Dee River, joining the bank of a small drain on the north side of Richard Rushing branch on Brown's Creek. This land probably just north of the present crossroads community of White Store. Solomon's will specifically names daughters Mary Ann and Susanny. It also clearly indicates that he has other children. Paul Rushing and Stephen Rushing, RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 15 THIRD GENERATION executors of his estate, and John Rushing and Mathew Rushing, the witnesses to the will, probably are Solomon's sons. Some transactions of Paul and Stephen Rushing in regard to their father's estate are witnessed by another Solomon Rushing. He married Elizabeth. Children: i. Mathew[4] Rushing. Census: 1790, in Anson Co., NC. This Mathew Rushing may have moved to Alabama. ii. Mary Ann Rushing. iii. Susanna Rushing. iv. Stephen Rushing. This probably is the Stephen Rushing whose family moved to Sumpter Co., Alabama. v. Paul Rushing. Born, circa 1780. Died, before 1860. Census: 1850, in Anderson Co., TX. Paul Rushing lived on Black Jack Creek. He may have left Anson County circa 1820 as noted by the following deed in the Anson County deed books: "THIS INDENTURE made the 15th. day of January in the year of our Lord 1820 between Paul Rushing of the County of Anson & State of North Carolina of the one part and Moses Moore of the same county and state of the other part. WITNESSETH for and in consideration of the sum of five hundred and twelve dollars in hand paid by the said Moses the receipt and full payment whereof is hereby acknowledged hath bargained sold conveyed and confirmed and by these presents doth bargain sell alien and confirm unto the said Moses Moore a certain tract or parcel of land situate lying and being in the aforesaid county of Anson on both sides of Black Jack Branch of Brown Creek . . . [description of bounds] . . . containing two hundred and fourty four acres be the same more or less which the said tract or parcel of land the said Paul Rushing for himself his heirs and assigns doth hereby warrant and forever defend unto the said Moses Moore his heirs and assigns the aforesaid tract or parcel of land and every part and parcel and every appertenance thereunto belonging fee and clear from any lawful claim of any person or persons whatsoever. In witness whereof the said Paul Rushing hath hereunto set his hand and affixed his seal the day and date first above written. Signed Sealed and Delivered in the presence of Thomas Ashcraft and John Jordan. Paul Rushing (seal). vi. John Rushing. This may be the John P. Rushing of Sumpter Co., Aabama, with wife Mary, who are mentioned in Anson Co. Deed Book Z, p. 465 and Deed Book 10, p. 58, as having received and then sold a share of the estate of John P. Harrell. vii. Solomon Rushing. 9. Robert[3] Rushing (William, 3). Born, before 1755. Census: 1790, in Anson Co., NC. Census: 1820, in Anson Co., NC. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 16 THIRD GENERATION Robert Rushing received Land Grant No. 4197 issued January 22, 1773, by Josiah Martin, Royal Governor of the Colony of North Carolina. The grant was for 150 acres in Anson County on the lower side of Little Brown Breek, joining William's line, north of Haw Branch and a point near Johnston's line. In 1778 Robert Rushing received land on Brown's Creek from William Rushing (Anson County Deed Book K, p. 470) "...the said William Rushing Rushing for diverse good causes and considerations him thereunto moving but more especially for and in consideration of the natural love and affection he bearith towards the said Rubert Rushing...." Witnesses were William Rushing, Jr., Noah Rushing, and Benjamin Jackson. The heirs of Robert Rushing are shown in two deeds. The first is recorded in Union County Deed Book 4. "This indenture made this 16th day of Nov in the year of our Lord Eighteen hundred and thirty six between Joseph Rushing, William Deason & Milly Rushing of Bedford County and Nancy Rushing of Perry County Sarah Rushing William Rushing and Robert Rushing of Benton County and all of the State of Tennessee Heirs and legatees of Robert Rushing Dec'd of the one part and William M. Rushing of Anson County of the State of North Carolina of the other part Witnesseth that for and in consideration of the sum of Two hundred dollars then the said party of the first part in hand paid by him the party of the second part the receipt whereof is hereby acknowledged have bargained sold and conveyed and by these presents do bargain sell and convey unto the said William M. Rushing his heirs and assigns forever a certain tract or piece of land Granted by the State of North Carolina to the said Robert Rushing Dec'd on the 24th of October 1786 and the 12th of Decr. 1816 and containing by estimation two hundred acres and lying and being in Anson County State of North Carolina and bounded as follows...." Signed: Joseph Rushing, Wm. (x) Deason, Milly (x) Rushing, Nancy (x) Rushing, Sarah (x) Rushing, William Rushing, Robert Rushing. Witnesses: William G. Rushing, E. D. Rushing, Jackson Rushing, S. I. Rushing, A. Little Jurit as to W. Deason. The second appears in Anson County Deed Book 4, p. 533. "This indenture made this 25th day of February A.D. 1839 between Stephen Huntley and his wife Drucilla Huntley of the County of Anson and state of North Carolina on the one part and William M. Rushing of the same County and State of the other part witnesseth that the said Stephen and Drucilla Huntley have for and in Consideration of the sum of Twenty five Dollars Cash in hand the receipt and full payment whereof is hereby fully acknowledged bargained sold and conveyed to the aforesaid William M. Rushing all their right claim title or interest to a certain tract or parcel of land granted to Robert Rushing Dec'd on the 24th of October 1786 and the 12th Decr 1816 and from his heirs descended to the said Stephen and Drucilla Huntley as legatees and heirs at law of said Robert Rushing Dec'd...." Signed: Stephen Huntley, Drucilla (x) Huntley. Witnesses: R. Rogers, B. E. Ashcraft. The above are based on the research of Virgil W. Huntley of Mystic, Connecticut. He married Unknown (Jemima Jackson?). Children: i. Sophia J.[4] Rushing. Born, circa 1771, in Anson Co., TN. She married Thomas Jasper Herrin, son of William Elisha Herrin and Mary Agniss Abimlick, 11 Nov 1786, in NC. ii. Joseph Rushing. Born, circa 1774, in Anson Co., NC. Died, after 1845, in Bedford Co., TN. Burial in Bedford Co., TN. Resided: RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 17 THIRD GENERATION 1836, in Bedford Co., TN. He married Martha Deason, daughter of Enoch Deason and Rebecca, circa 1797, in NC. iii. John Rushing. Born, circa 1776, in Anson Co., TN. Died, 10 Dec 1827, in bedford Co., TN. Burial in Bedford Co., TN. He married Milly Deason, daughter of Enoch Deason and Rebecca, 18 Sep 1805, in Anson Co., TN. 30 iv. David Rushing. v. Sarah Rushing. Born, 13 Nov 1781, in Anson Co., TN. Died, 1 Feb 1836, in Stewart Co., TN. She married James Elisha Herrin, son of William Elisha Herrin and Mary Agniss Abimlick, 15 Jun 1801, in TN. vi. Drucilla Rushing. Born, circa 1782. She married Stephen Huntley. 31 vii. Elizabeth Rushing. 32 viii. Abel Rushing. ix. William Rushing. Born, before 1794. Census: 1820, in Anson Co., NC. Resided: 1836, in Benton Co., TN. This William is specifically listed as "Son of Robt." in the 1820 census. His age is listed as 26-45, but he probably is in the lower end of this age range the census indicated 1 female under 10 and one female 16-26 in his household. 33 x. Robert (Robin) Rushing. 10. Unknown Daughter[3] Rushing (William, 3). She married Richard Rushing (6). 11. Daughter (Sarah?)[3] Rushing (William, 3). She married William Johnson, circa 1767, in Anson Co., NC. Born, circa 1745. Died, 1806, in Anson Co., NC. Children: i. Hugh[4] Johnson. ii. Martin Johnson. iii. David Johnson. iv. Levy Johnson. v. Rhoda Johnson. vi. Phillip Johnson. vii. Polly Johnson. viii. Elizabeth Johnson. ix. William Johnson. x. Sarah Johnson. xi. Jacob Johnson. Born, circa 1787. xii. Lida Johnson. xiii. Mathew Johnson. xiv. Timothy Johnson. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 18 FOURTH GENERATION 12. Abraham[4] Rushing (Abraham, 4). Born, 1772. Died, 1848, in Humphreys Co., TN. Census: 1820, in Rutherford Co., TN. The following information is from a sketch of Abraham Rushing 1772-1848 by Bill Medling which appears in "Rushing Past," III(2), June 1981. "We know that Abraham lived in Anson Co., N.C., and that he was born in 1772, came to Tenn. in or before 1810. On 4 Dec., 1810, he and his wife, Celia (Cealy) joined Garrison Fork Baptist Church by letter. . . . Garrison Fork Church is near Beech Grove. "In 1813, Sister Ceiley Rushing was found 'faulty' and excluded from the church. She and Abraham were later divorced. In 1815, Abraham Rushing was also excluded from the church for marrying a 2nd wife & his first wife was still living. New we learn from Cuz Betty Riley whom I obtained many of these facts, that Abraham bought land in Stewart Co. in 1832, moved to that county in 1834, being accompanied by an Abel Rushing." Abraham lived in White Oak Creek section of Stewart County which was later transferred back to Humphreys County. His will was probated and his estate was settled in Humphreys County. Abraham is the ancestor of many Rushings in the White Oak Creek section of Hemphreys County, Tennessee. Through his son John, he also is ancestor of the Rushings living around Cannon County, Tennessee. He married, first, Celia. Divorce, circa 1814. Children: i. John[5] Rushing. Born, 3 Feb 1792, in Anson Co., NC. Died, 17 Aug 1857, in Cannon Co., TN. Census: 1850, in Bedford Co., TN. Occupation: Minister. He married Sarah Keele, daughter of Richard Keele and Lydia Richmond, 1809, in Giles Co., TN. Patrick Rushing died of pneumonia. ii. Nancy Rushing. Born, circa 1795, in Anson Co., NC. Census: 1850, in Humphreys Co., TN. She married Unknown Dunlap. iii. Joel Rushing. Born, circa 1796, in Anson Co., NC. Census: 1850, in Anson Co., TN. This Joel is in Francis Thomas' list of children of Abraham Rushing Jr. However, this Joel Rushing's age and location in Anson Co., TN, seem to be in conflict with Abraham Rushing Jr.'s move to Tennessee by 1810. iv. Abel Rushing. Born, before 1800, in Anson Co., NC. Died, before RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 19 FOURTH GENERATION 1850. Census: 1830, in Stewart Co., TN. Census: 1840, in Humphreys Co., TN. Census data for Abel Rushing, Humphreys Co., TN, 1840: 1111001-0010001. He married, second, Elizabeth Powell, circa 1815. Children: 34 v. William Wilson Rushing. vi. R. (Rowland?) B. Rushing. Born, circa 1819. Census: 1850, in Humphreys Co., TN. He married Mahala. Rowland B. Rushing was security for Elizabeth Rushing as Executrix of the will of Abraham Rushing. vii. Willis Rushing. Born, before 1820. Died, circa 1846. Census: 1840, in Humphreys Co., TN. This Willis Rushing is age 20-30 in the 1840 census and seems to have a wife and one son under 5. He died befor 1846 and Abraham Rushing received letters of administration of his estate which made provisions for his widow and family. He had a daughter Eliza A. Rushing (Elizabeth Crosswell was appointer her guardian). viii. David Rushing. Born, circa 1826. Died, before 1870. Census in Humphreys Co., TN. He married Selena, before 1850. David is assigned here as son of Abraham Rushing based primarily on proximity (two households) to R. B. Rushing, a known son of Abraham, in the 1850 census. ix. Caroline Rushing. Born, circa 1830. x. Elizabeth Rushing. Born, circa 1831. xi. Philander G. Rushing. Born, circa 1836, in Humphreys Co., TN. Died, after 1880. Census: 1860, in Humphreys Co., TN. Census: 1870, in Humphreys Co., TN. Occupation: Farmer. He married Cynthia Jane Brown, daughter of Ben Brown and Rachel Lain, 16 Jan 1857, in Humphreys Co., TN. 13. Jason[4] Rushing (Abraham, 4). Born, circa 1775. Census: 1800, in Anson Co., NC. He married Alice Gulledge, daughter of William Gulledge and Bathsheba. Children: i. Malachi[5] Rushing. Born, 5 Jun 1798. Census: 1830, in Perry Co., TN. Census data for Malachi Rushing, Perry County, 1830: 020001-220001. ii. Lucie Rushing. Born, 30 Mar 1800. 35 iii. Asa Rushing. iv. Nancy Rushing. Born, 8 Oct 1803. 36 v. Joel Rushing. vi. Mary Rushing. Born, 7 Feb 1808. vii. Matilda Rushing. Born, 14 Dec 1809. Died, before 1860. Census: 1850, in Union Co., NC. She married Burrell C. Rushing, before 1826. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 20 FOURTH GENERATION viii. Barsheba Rushing. Born, 3 Mar 1812. 37 ix. William Gulledge Rushing. x. Abel Rushing. Born, 6 Feb 1816. 38 xi. Green Berry Rushing. xii. Elijah James Rushing. Born, 8 Sep 1820. Died, 1885. Burial in Faulks Bapt. C., Union Co., NC. He married Elizabeth Thomas. 14. Phillip J.[4] Rushing (Abraham, 4). Born, circa 1778. Census: 1820, in Anson Co., NC. This is the Philip I. Rushing in 1800 in Anson County, the younger Philip Rushing in 1820, and Philep J. Rushing in 1820. In 1817, Peniah and Phillip J. Rushing sign as heirs in the selling of the estate of Thomas Gaddy, Sr., to Wm. Dismukes (Anson County Deed Book S, p. 297). This is the Phillip Rushing, age 73, in Stewart Co., TN, in the 1850 census. He married Peniah Gaddy. Children: i. Roland[5] Rushing. Born, 17 Feb 1806, in Anson Co., NC. Died, 23 May 1867. Occupation: Tax Collector. He married Zilpha Rushing. Roland Rushing is listed as an early settler of Benton County. The county's quarterly court minutes, Book A., p. 304, dated December 1847, relate that he had been serving as tax collector, but had become somewhat "deranged in mind" and his accounts were confused and his securities would have to make good his fiscal deficiencies. There is some confusion about his ancestry. The best fit to me is to place Roland as a son of the Phillip Rushing who died in 1814. This Phillip probably was the son of the Revolutionary War veteran Phillip. The actual family claim is that Roland was the son of Phillip J. Rushing, who served in the Continental Line from Anson County with his brother Richard during the Revolutionary War. There are two problems with this claim -- Phillip J. Rushing (census Anson County 1820) probably was the son Phillip named in Abraham Rushing's will in 1805 and Roland is far too young to be a son of Revolutionary War veteran Phillip whose wife was 45 or older in 1800. Abraham Rushing, Jr., who settled in the Stewart County area, also seems to have had a son named Roland. 15. Peter[4] Rushing (Abraham, 4). Born, circa 1785. Census: 1820, in Bedford Co., TN. Census: 1840, in Calloway Co., KY. The family of Peter is based on tentative conclusions and speculations of descendant Lee Rushing of Port Charles, Florida, outlined in a letter dated January 26, 1993, to David Donahue, and on the research of Mrs. Georgia Maxwell Cox, Metropolis, Illinois. Peter seems to have six sons, two daughters, and a wife in the 1820 census. Census data in 1830 in Bedford Co., Tennessee: 21113001-1101201. He married Hester Frizzell. Born, 23 Dec 1785, in Anson Co., TN. Died, before 1840. Children: RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 21 FOURTH GENERATION i. Nathaniel (Nathan)[5] Rushing. Born, circa 1806, in Anson Co., NC. Died, 1865, in Ozark, Johnson Co., IL. Burial in Rushing Cem., Ozark, Johnson Co., IL. Census: 1830, in Trigg Co., KY. Census: 1840, in Calloway Co., KY. He married, first, Unknown. He married, second, Mary Veal, 1837. 39 ii. Alfred Rushing. iii. Frances H. Rushing. Born, 14 Apr 1812, in Bedford Co., TN. Died, 16 Nov 1881, in Johnson Co., IL. Burial in Robinson Cem., New Burnside, Johnson Co., IL. She married Philander Yandell. iv. William Lewis Rushing. Born, 15 Feb 1815. Died, 20 Oct 1886. Burial in Robinson Cem., New Burnside, Johnson Co., IL. He married Eliza G. Kennedy. v. Milton Rushing. Born, 1817. Died, 1874. Census: 1840, in Calloway Co., KY. vi. Payton Calvin Rushing. Born, circa 1826, in KY. Died, circa 1855. Burial in Rushing Cem., Johnson Co., IL. Census: 1850, in Johnson Co., IL. He married Elizabeth, circa 1844. vii. Abraham W. Rushing. Born, 12 Feb 1829. Died, 15 Dec 1875. viii. James H. Rushing. Born, 23 Jul 1832. Died, 8 May 1862. 16. Phillip[4] Rushing (Phillip, 5). Born, circa 1768, in Anson Co., NC. Died, circa 1814, in Stewart Co., TN. Resided: after 1808, in Stewart Co., TN. Census: 1790, in Anson Co., NC. Census: 1800, in Anson Co., NC. By comparing the three Philip/Phillip Rushings in Anson County from 1790 to 1820, especially be comparing their ages and the ages of their children, it seems most likely that the Philip Rushing Jr. in the census in 1790 must have been the Phillip to purchase land in Stewart County, Tennessee, in 1812. Census date, Anson County, 1800: 5201-101. This Phillip was in Houston County in 1808 when he lived on Guices Creek and served in captain Wardens Co. of the militia. In 1814 Isaac Lanier and later John Bailey were administrators of the estate. An inventory for the estate was returned May 2, 1814. In 1816 the court appointed Elijah Lowry as guardian of the ophan children of Phillip Rushing deceased, naming Reuben, Larkin, Betsy, Anna, and Jemima. Elijah Rushing and Lewis Brewer were securities to the giardianship. In February 1818 40 acres of Phillip's estate were conveyed to Mark Cooper. He married Jemima. Children: 40 i. Larkin[5] Rushing. ii. Betsy Rushing. Born, after 1798. iii. Anna Rushing. Born, after 1798. iv. Jemima Rushing. Born, after 1798. v. Reuben Rushing. Born, after 1798. 17. Hannah[4] Rushing (Phillip, 5). Born, after 1770. Census: 1830, in Perry Co., TN. It is known that Hannah, the wife of Henry White, was a Rushing. She is RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 22 FOURTH GENERATION assigned here as a daughter of Phillip primarily because Calvin Lacy, Phillip's guardian in 1838, is associated in 1830 census records with the White family. Also, Phillip Rushing's land holdings in Anson County were adjacent to those of Joseph White. She married Henry White, son of Joseph White and Sarah Headley. Born, circa 1765, in Anson Co., NC. Died, after 1830, in Perry Co., TN. Census: 1830, in Perry Co., TN. Henry White probably had a large number of children. There are many white households on the page with Henry's in the 1830 census of Perry County. The Whites in the fourth district of Decatur County in 1850 may all be his descendants. Children: 41 i. Daniel[5] White. 42 ii. Robert White. 43 iii. Reuben R. White. 44 iv. Nancy White. 45 v. Rebecca White. 46 vi. Isaac L. White. 47 vii. Henry H. White. viii. William H. White. Born, circa 1812, in Anson Co., NC. Resided: after 1845, in TX. ix. Other Children. In "A Line of Whites," S. D. White, Sr., lists as children of Henry White and Hannah Rushing sons Elijah (1801) and Burrell W. and daughters Sally and Mary Ann. Albert White (1815), listed by S. D. White, Sr., as son of Henry White is treated in this database as a son of Reuben White. 18. Millie[4] Rushing (Phillip, 5). Born, circa 1785. She married Jesse Lacy, son of Thomas Lacy and Kesiah Griffith in Anson Co., NC. Born, 20 Mar 1770, in Anson Co., NC. Died, before 1830, in Perry Co., TN. Census: 1820, in Perry Co., TN. "...Jessie Lacy married Millie Rushing.... I will say something about uncle Jessie Lacy's family. He moved from Anson County to Decatur County, Tennessee, about the year 1814. His children were mainly born in North Carolina; he had three sons, Calvin, Herman [Hiram], and William Carroll; the daughters, Nancy, Armia, and Elizabeth; if there were more daughters I do not remember them. Calvin Lacy was married in Decatur County, Tennessee, to Nancy Stephens, they had no children, a good man, did well, made money, died at the age of about sixty-eight years at Booneville, Mississippi. Herman [Hiram], a good man, filled many different offices in Decatur County. William Carroll Lacy moved to Mississippi, where he lived in Lee County, a good worthy citizen, had a respectable family, now all grown. I neglected to say that Herman Lacy and wife reared a family of sons and daughters, of whom I know very little, but presume from their father that they are respectable people. Uncle Jessie's daughters all married in Decatur County, Tennessee, where they were reared. "Uncle Jessie Lacy died in Decatur County, Tennessee, about 1820. He was supposed to have died in consequence of his being very fleshy, died of suffocation." [Transcription of letter written about 1890 by Stephen L. Ross, RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 23 FOURTH GENERATION who lived in Florida, to Thomas Lacy, Denton, Texas] The following is information about the family of Jesse Lacy as posted by Sara Fulks, with additional information from Brian Eigelback, on Prodigy genealogy bulletin board, January 16, 1995. Thomas Lacy (b. ca. 1650 Wales or Eng., probably d. Hanover Co., Va.) md. Phoebe Rice, d/o Thomas and Marcey Rice. They immigrated to America between 1680 and 1685, settling in that part of New Kent Co., Va. that became Hanover Co., Va. Among their children was: Thomas Lacy (b. ca. 1680s New Kent Co., Va.) md. ca. 1704-06 New Kent Co., Va. to Anne Burnley (b. ca. 1688). Among their children was: Stephen Lacy (b. ca. 1708 New Kent Co., Va. d. 1772 Goochland Co., Va. with will dtd 16 Mar. 1771 and pvd. 20 July 1772) md. 1738 to Sarah Johnson. They were Presbyterians. Among their children was: Thomas Lacy (b. ca. 1725-28 Hanover Co., Va., d. 1 Oct. 1793 Anson Co., N.C.) md. and md. 2nd time 1764 to Keziah Griffith. He fought in Rev. War. Their children were: 1. Mary B. Lacy (b. 14 Oct. 1761, d. bef. 1824) md. Theodoric Webb of Fort Mill, York, South Carolina. 2. Sarah Lacy (b. 22 Dec. 1763, d. bef. 1824) md. unknown Webb. 3. Stephen lacy (b. 18 Oct. 1765 Anson Co., N.C., d. 23 Dec. 1851 Madison Co., Tn.) md. ca. 1800 to Katherine Ross, d/o Hugh Ross and Margaret McDonald. Went from Anson Co., N.C. to Hickman Co., Tn. ca. 1810. 4. Thomas Lacy (b. 21 Dec. 1768, d. Madison Co., Tn.) md. ca. 1797 to Jane Ross, d/o Hugh Ross and Margaret McDonald. Also went from Anson Co., N.C. to Hickman Co., Tn. ca. c1810. 5. Jesse Lacy (b. 20 Mar. 1770, d. ca. 1824 Decatur Co., Tn), md. Millie Rushing. 6. Griffith Lacy, unmd. 7. Elizabeth Lacy (b. 20 Dec. 1771, d. after 1824), md. unknown Jackson. 8. Lucretia Lacy (b. 25 Oct. 1776, d. Oct. 1840 Henderson Co., Tn.) md. 18 Feb. 1800 to Hugh Ross, s/o Hugh Ross and Margaret McDonald. Also went from Anson Co., N.C. to Hickman Co., Tn. ca. 1810. 9. Anna Lacy md. Hugh Campbell. Children: i. Calvin[5] Lacy. Born, 13 Jan 1806. Died, 3 Dec 1875, in Booneville, Prentiss Co., MS. Burial in Booneville Cem., Prentiss Co., MS. He married Nancy Stephens in Perry Co., TN. Calvin Lacy is said to have been well off. Perry County Circuit Court records show that in 1838 he was guardian of Phillip Rushing in a record where Calvin Lacy is petitioning the court to be replaced as Phillip's guardian. Calvin Lacy had no children. 48 ii. Hiram Lacy. iii. William Carroll Lacy. Born in Savannah, Hardin Co., TN. Died, 13 Jul 1901, in Prentiss Co., MS. Burial in Mackey's Creek C, Prentiss Co., MS. He married Elizabeth Riddle, daughter of Charles Riddle and Milbrey Harmon, 1841. iv. Keziah Lacy. Born, 24 Aug 1824. Died, 7 Sep 1845, in Prentiss Co., MS. Burial in Mackey's Creek C, Prentiss Co., MS. She married James Files Gresham, 19 Jan 1843, in Prentiss Co., MS. v. Nancy Lacy. vi. Armia/Anna Lacy. 49 vii. Elizabeth Lacy. 19. Unknown[4] Rushing (Richard, 6). Born, circa 1785. Died, before 1850. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 24 FOURTH GENERATION Census: 1830, in Perry Co., TN. Census: 1840, in Perry Co., TN. I have this assigned the family of Sarah Rushing in the 1850 census of Decatur Co., TN, to the family of Richard Rushing based on the name Richard. Asa Rushing on p. 171 of the 1840 census of in Perry Co., TN, would seem to be the best fit based on the females in the household. (The Asa Rushing on p. 180 is the Asa Rushing 1801-1851 buried at New Hope Cemetery in Decatur Co.) The fit on ages for the household on the p. 171 Asa Rushing is not good, but it is better than the fit for other Rushings in the 1840 census. The problem is that the Asa on p. 171 in 1840 might be the Asa on p. 234 in the 1830 census. All Rushings in the 1830 census of Perry Co., TN, on p. 234 may comprise the family of Mark Rushing; none except possibly Asa are in Perry Co. in 1840. The alternatives among Rushings in Perry Co. in 1840 are D. M./Daniel Rushing and Jacob Rushing. After returning to Tennessee, the family of David Thomas Rushing settled in the eastern Henderson Co. area near other descendants of Richard. Census data for Perry County, 1840: Asa Rushing 02010001-0120001 D. M. Rushing 1120001-00101 Jacob Rushing 112001-110001 He married Sarah. Born, circa 1798, in NC. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. Children: i. Jane[5] Rushing. Born, circa 1820, in NC. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. ii. Mary Rushing. Born, circa 1826, in NC. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. iii. Ann Rushing. Born, circa 1828, in NC. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. 50 iv. Richard G. Rushing. 51 v. David Thomas Rushing. vi. Mary Jane Rushing. Born, circa 1836, in TN. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. 20. David[4] Rushing (Richard, 6). Born, circa 1785, in NC. Died, circa 1845, in Pope Co., AR. Burial in Old Cem., near Rushing Cem, Pope Co., AR. "David Rushing was born in c. 1785 in North Carolina. He immigrated to Dickson Co., Tennessee where he engaged in farming. During the War of 1812, David Rushing . . . joined Capt. Michael Molton's Troop of West Tennessee Cavalry under the command of Col. John Coffee. In c. 1835, David Rushing . . . [and family] left Tennessee and settled on Big Piney Creek, Martin Township, Pope County, Arkansas. Through the years the settlement became known as the 'Rushing Community.' Located northwest of Dover, the 'Rushing Church' still stands having been built in 1899. . . . David Rushing died c. 1845 and is buried in the 'old abandoned cemetery' located northwest of the present day 'Rushing Cemetery.' The cemetery is much grown up with large trees and undergrowth. Graves can be located by native stone markers. However, no grave stones exist that contain names or dates. This was the community cemetery until the time of the Civil War." [History of Pope County (Arkansas)] He married Mary Goodrich in Dickson Co., TN. Children: RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 25 FOURTH GENERATION i. Narcissa[5] Rushing. Born, circa 1805, in Stewart Co., TN. Resided in Pope Co., AR. She married Stephen Rye. ii. James Rushing. Born, circa 1808, in Stewart Co., TN. Resided in Stewart Co., TN. iii. George Rushing. Born, 11 Oct 1811, in Stewart Co., TN. He married Mary Brown Humphrey, 14 Dec 1832. iv. David Rushing. Born, 1813, in Stewart Co., TN. He married Jane Hays, daughter of John Hays and Sarah Wilson, 6 Jul 1837, in Pope Co., AR. v. Burrell Rushing. Born, 25 Oct 1815, in Stewart Co., TN. Died, 1898, in Pope Co., AR. Burial in Rushing Cem., Pope Co., AR. Occupation: Farmer. He married, first, Mary Hays, daughter of John Hays and Sarah Wilson, 19 Mar 1843, in Pope Co., TN. He married, second, Amanda P. Mallory. vi. Edward Rushing. Born, circa 1818, in Stewart Co., TN. vii. William R. Rushing. Born, circa 1823, in Stewart Co., TN. Died, 1852. viii. Dennis Rushing. Born, circa 1825, in Stewart Co., TN. He married Nancy Mason, 20 Dec 1848, in Pope Co., AR. ix. Eliza Ann Rushing. Born, circa 1827, in Stewart Co., TN. She married Lewis W. Dickey, 18 Aug 1847, in Pope Co., AR. x. Nancy Ann Rushing. Born, 15 Apr 1829. Died, 9 Jan 1910. She married John McFadden, 23 Jan 1846, in Pope Co., AR. 21. Dennis[4] Rushing (Richard, 6). Born, circa 1786, in Anson Co., NC. Died, 1860, in Benton Co., TN. Burial in D. Rushing Cem., Benton Co., TN. Census: 1820, in Stewart Co., TN. Dennis Rushing was a Corporal in captain Gray's Company of the Second Regiment of the Tennessee Militia infantry in the War of 1812. He and his brother Willis were the first settlers in Benton County and settled in what is now the Rushing Creek community. They filed a joint claim for 200 acres deeded to the United States by the Chickasaw Indians. He married Kezia Bell. Born, 1786, in NC. Burial in D. Rushing Cem., Benton Co., TN. Children: i. Elizabeth[5] Rushing. Born, circa 1805. She married Abner Smalley. ii. Richard B. Rushing. Born, 1810. Burial in Cobbs Hill, Benton Co., TN. Occupation: Farmer. He married, first, Matilda. Divorce, Jan 1848. He married, second, Elizabeth Waricks, 31 Mar 1848. Richard B. Rushing "was known as 'Old Greasy Dick" Rushing. He was a farmer in District 5 [of Benton County], and served as constable and deputy sheriff for many years, apprehending runaway salves on the Reynoldsburg Road. He was twice married and left many descendants." [Taproots, A Virginia & Carolina Legacy] iii. Zilpha Rushing. Born, 30 Apr 1811. Died, 11 Dec 1886. She married Roland Rushing. iv. Asa Rushing. Born, circa 1815. He married Mary. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 26 FOURTH GENERATION v. Harriet Rushing. Born, 1 Dec 1819. Died, 22 Nov 1914. Burial in D. Rushing Cem., Benton Co., TN. She married Thomas Pitt. vi. Milley Ann Parthena Rushing. Born, 24 Feb 1822. Died, 19 Oct 1859. She married Allen T. Corbitt, 11 May 1839. vii. Joel Rushing. Born, 1825. Died, 1 Jul 1892. He married Lucy Ann Stafford, 19 Feb 1846. 52 viii. David Lilly Rushing. ix. Willis J. Rushing. Born, circa 1830. 22. Richard[4] Rushing (Richard, 6). Born, circa 1790, in NC. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1860, in Corsicana P.O., Navarro Co., TX. Occupation: Farmer. Census data for Richard Rushing, 1840, Perry County: 112000100001-1101001. Richard Rshing served in the 6th tennessee Militia during the War of 1812. His wife Prudence drew a pension based on this service. He married Prudence. Born, circa 1800. Died, 26 Jul 1886. Burial in White Cemetery, Navarro Co., TX. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Corsicana P.O., Navarro Co., TX. Children: 53 i. Calvin[5] Rushing. 54 ii. Willis Rushing. iii. Elizabeth Rushing. Born, circa 1840, in TN. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1860, in Corsicana P.O., Navarro Co., TX. She married Calvin Newman, 7 Oct 1858, in Navarro Co., TX. iv. Elijah Rushing. Born, circa 1842. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1870, in Navarro Co., TX. v. Jackson Rushing. Born, circa 1845, in TN. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1860, in Corsicana P.O., Navarro Co., TX. He married Archilla Bassett, 8 Sep 1870, in Navarro Co., TX. 23. Elijah[4] Rushing (Richard, 6). Born, circa 1791. Died, before 1840. Census: 1830, in Perry Co., TN. The family of Elijah Rushing is outlined in a letter dated December 27, 1986, from Sonja Jenkins to Virginia Whitaker, Monroe, Louisiana. Ms. Jenkins writes: "I know that Elijah was the father to: 1. John P. 2. Milly (married a Stinson) 3. Caroline (married John Hambleton) 4. Burrell 5. E. R. Chambers 6. William R. This is from a deed I have from Decatur County, Tennessee." He married Unknown. Children: 55 i. John P.[5] Rushing. 56 ii. William R. Rushing. 57 iii. Burrell Rushing. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 27 FOURTH GENERATION 58 iv. Caroline Rushing. 24. Willis[4] Rushing (Richard, 6). Born, circa 1792, in Anson Co., NC. Died, May 1853, in Benton Co., TN. Burial in Hudson Cem., Benton Co., TN. Willis Rushing was the first permanent settler of Benton Co., Tennessee, selecting land on Rushing Creek several miles north of Camden in 1818-1819. Willis Rushing served from November 13, 1814, to May 13, 1815, in Capt. James Gray's company of the militia from Stewart Co., Col. John Cock's 2nd Regt. Tenn. Infantry. Willis Rushing bought a great acreage of land, owned slaves, and operated a tavern in his brick dwelling on the Paris-Reynoldsburg Road. (The house was torn down in 1871.) He is buried in the family cemetery, now known as the Hudson Cemetery. [Rushing Family Notes, by J. K. T. Smith.] He married Mary (Polly) Rasberry. Born, circa 1798, in NC. Died, 1862, in Benton Co., TN. Burial in Hudson Cem., Benton Co., TN. Children: i. Robert[5] Rushing. Born, 12 Mar 1810. Died, Aug 1855. 59 ii. Richard P. Rushing. iii. Sarah Jane Rushing. Born, 1 Oct 1814. Died, before 1855. iv. Elizabeth Rushing. Born, 7 Feb 1817. Died, 18 Apr 1853, in Benton Co., TN. Burial in Hudson Cem., Benton Co., TN. She married George Washington L. Hudson. v. Lucinda Rushing. Born, 25 Apr 1819. She married James P. Dorris, 10 Mar 1842. After her marriage, she lived in Henry County, Tennessee. vi. Alfred Rushing. Born, 23 Jul 1821. Died, Jan 1862. Occupation: Farmer. He married Rebecca Perkins, 15 Mar 1851. Alfred Rushing served in Co. E, 5th Tennessee Infantry, C.S.A. He died in service. He was a well-to-do tobacco farmer. vii. Mary A. Rushing. Born, 29 Jan 1824. She married Calvin Rushing, 1847. viii. Willis Crawford (Croff) Rushing. Born, 28 Jan 1826, in Benton Co., TN. Died, 7 Jan 1916, in Benton Co., TN. He married Sophia Rushing, 1855, in Benton Co., TN. Willis Crawford Rushing was one of the prominent farmers of Benton County. He bought his father's homeplace and contiguous tracts from other heirs in December 1865. In 1869 he moved to another property on the Paris-Reynoldsburg Road near the Henry County line. A sketch of him appears in the Goodspeed History of Tennessee (1887). "W. C. Rushing was reared at home with his parents until he was twenty-five years of age. . . . Mr. Rushing has always been a resident of Benton County, and during the many years has proven to be a man of honesty and integrity. By his energy, industry and good management he now owns upward of 1,000 acres of land and has a good home well improved. He is a life-long Democrat, casting his first vote for Lewis Cass in 1848. Mr. Rushing is a member of the Masonic fraternity, Lodge No. 179 of Camden, and he and his wife are influential members of the Cumberland Presbyterian Church." ix. John H. Rushing. John H. Rushing was 2nd Lieutenant, Co. E, 5th Tenn. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 28 FOURTH GENERATION Infantry, C.S.A. x. Arabella Rushing. Born, 15 May 1835. Died, before 1853. 25. D. M. (Daniel??)[4] Rushing (Richard, 6). Born, circa 1795. Died, before 1850. Census: 1840, in Perry Co., TN. It was difficult to decide whether to place Daniel as a son of Richard or Phillip. Daniel has one of the strongest cases for a tie to Phillip. Perry County deeds show that Phillip made Daniel a gift of a slave. The deed mentions Phillip's "affection" for Daniel, a term often used in property transfers to children. My ultimate decision to include Daniel with Richard is that Daniel was sued by Phillip's estate to return the slave. Census data for D. M. Rushing, 1840, Perry County: 1120001-00101. He married an unknown woman. Children: i. Daniel M.[5] Rushing. Born, circa 1815, in NC. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. He married Jemima. 60 ii. James Perry Rushing. 61 iii. Carroll Rushing. 26. Burrell[4] Rushing (Richard, 6). Born, circa 1798, in Anson Co., NC. Died, 5 May 1867, in Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Rushing Grove C., Decatur Co., TN (fieldstone). Burrell gave about 10 acres of land to be used as part of the site for the town of Decaturville, Tennessee. This Burrell Rushing is often mistaken for the son of Revolutionary War veteran Phillip Rushing because a pensioner named Phillip Rushing is listed in Burrell's household in the 1840 census of Perry County. However, Burrell cannot be a son of Phillip and probably cannot be a grandson either. In 1790 Phillip Rushing had a son Phillip Rushing Jr. who had his own household and children, so the the most likely range of ages for Phillip's children would be 1770-1790. Burrell may be too young. In 1800 Phillip's wife is identified as 45 and over so is not likely to be mother of Burrell. (This is especially so when one also must consider the younger Isaac Rushing as a brother of Burrell.) Burrell is associated with Richard in most census records. In 1820 Richard, Phillip, and Burrell live adjacent to one another in Perry County. In 1830 Richard and Burrell are only three households apart, but Phillip is not listed. Phillip had a guardian in his old age, as shown in the 1838 Perry County Circuit Court record where Calvin Lacy is petitioning to be replace as Phillip's guardian. It seems unlikely that Burrell was more than replacement guardian of his Phillip, who probably was his uncle. Burrell certainly did not know the correct age for Phillip to tell the census taker in 1840. Burrell in 1840 is living in the southern part of Decatur County, which is probably where Phillip lived, but it is away from Richard and from where Burrell lived in 1830. In 1842, probably after Phillip's death, Burrell buys land from the younger Richard and the estate of the elder Richard and moves back to the Turkey Creek area where the other Rushings lived. He married Mary Elizabeth Rhodes. Born, circa 1806. Burial in Rushing Grove C., Decatur Co., TN (fieldstone). Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 29 FOURTH GENERATION Children: 62 i. Elizabeth[5] Rushing. ii. Caswell Rushing. Born, circa 1828, in TN. Census: 1850, in Navarro Co., TX. Census: 1860, in Navarro Co., TX. He married Eleanor (Elly) Ann White, 27 May 1851, in Navarro Co., TX. Including Caswell Rushing as a son of Burrell Rushing is arbitrary. In the 1860 census Caswell Rushing is listed between the households of William Veal and Calvin Rushing (who is known to be a son of the younger Richard Rushing). He fits nicely into an age gap in the children of Burrell Rushing. The alternative would be for him to be a son of the younger Richard Rushing. The following sketch appears in "Old Northwest Texas, Volume I-B, Navarro County 1846-1860": "Was the first of this surname to arr NavCo; is on 1847 TxR1. He was liv in hh of David White in 1850 (Pin Oak-Pisgah Ridge area). He was b. ca1826-29 Tenn; m. NavCo 27 May 1851 Eleanor 'Elly' Ann White, b. ca1834-36 Ala, dau of Zachariah White. They lived NavCo 1860 and Ellis Co. 1870. In 1860 had 1 son, Zach, b. ca1855. In 1870 were enum as Calvin? and Ella with ch: Caroline (b. ca1861) enum as male; Deas (son), b. ca1867; and Robert, b. Sep 1869. They were living in Burham Pct, Cummins Creek PO. "Caswell Rushings 3rd Cl 320-ac surv, on Rush Creek, adj the David R. Mitchell surv, was pat 7 Jun 1860 by the heirs of David R. Mitchell. [Refs: NCTxR1; NCMgs; S&B; 1870 census Ellis Co.]" 63 iii. Nancy Ellen Rushing. 64 iv. Richard Burrell Rushing. 65 v. Lavenia Rushing. 66 vi. Rebecca Rushing. 67 vii. Leonidus Rushing. 68 viii. William Franklin Rushing. ix. Phillip Rushing. Born, circa 1837. Died, 8 Jul 1862. Phillip Rushing enlisted in Company E, 27th Tennessee Infantry, on August 18, 1861, at Trenton, Tennessee. He served in a company commanded by Captain G. Herns. Family tradition says that he died at the Battle of Shilo and probably is buried in one of the Confederate burial trenches there. However, his company's muster roll dated August 31, 1862, notes that he died July 8, 1862, about three months after Shilo. x. Malvina Rushing. Born, circa 1838. 69 xi. Andrew Jackson Rushing. 70 xii. John Wesley Rushing. 27. Isaac[4] Rushing (Richard, 6). Born, circa 1799, in NC. Died, Apr 1853, in Natchitoches Par, LA. Census: 1840, in Claiborne Par., LA. Census: 1850, in Bienville Par., LA. Occupation: Farmer. Isaac is one of the more interesting of the early Rushings. He appears frequently in the early Perry County court records, often in scrapes (assault and battery, assault to commit murder). Did he leave Perry County because RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 30 FOURTH GENERATION things were getting too hot? An oral tradition among descendants of Morning Rushing Tolley is that Isaac abandoned his family. This probably is not correct. Other records show that Isaac's Louisiana family and his Decatur County relatives remained in contact with one another until the time of the Civil War. The family of Issac Rushing is outlined in the probate records of Natchitoches Parish, Louisiana. A document recording the division of the proceeds of the sale of Isaac's estate names all of Isaac's children and all the children of Isaac's two wives. He married, first, Rebecca Saint, daughter of Isham Saint and Mary. Born, circa 1800. Died, circa 1839. Children: 71 i. Burrell[5] Rushing. 72 ii. Alston Greenberry Rushing. 73 iii. Hannah Rushing. 74 iv. Isabella Rushing. v. Lucy Rushing. Born, circa 1828. Census: 1880, in Benton Co., TN. She married Hugh Alsup. 75 vi. Lucinda Rushing. 76 vii. Morning Rushing. viii. Jemima Rushing. Died, before 1853, in AR. She married James Smith. He married, second, Elizabeth, circa 1836. Born, circa 1801, in NC. Died, Apr 1853, in Natchitoches Par, LA. Census: 1850, in Bienville Par., LA. Children: ix. Sarah Ann Rushing. Born, circa 1836, in TN. Census: 1850, in Bienville Par., LA. She married Riley Wallace. x. Martin Van Buren Rushing. Born, circa 1838, in TN. Died, 24 Apr 1864, in Rock Island, IL. Burial in Grave #531, Confederate Cem., Rock Island, IL. Census: 1850, in Bienville Par., LA. Martin Van Buren Rushing was a Private in Company H of the 16th Louisiana Infantry. He enlisted September 29, 1861, at Camp Moore, Louisiana. On November 25, 1863, he had special duty at Bridgeport, Alabama. He was captured at the Battle of Missionary Ridge. xi. Andrew Jackson Rushing. Born, circa 1840, in LA. Census: 1850, in Bienville Par., LA. Census: 1860, in Natchitoches Par, LA. Andrew J. Rushing was a Private in Company I, 16th Louisiana Infantry. He enlisted September 29, 1861 at Camp Moore, Louisiana. He had special duty at Bridgeport, Alabama. He was wounded at the Battle of Chickamauga, September 20, 1863. He was captured at Nashville, Tennessee. From there he was transferred to a military prison at Louisville, Kentucky, then to another at Camp Chase, Ohio. He was paroled June 18, 1865, in Natchitoches, Louisiana. xii. James Phillip Rushing. Born, circa 1844, in LA. Died, 21 Mar 1864, in Marietta, Cobb Co., GA. Census: 1850, in Bienville Par., LA. Census: 1860, in Natchitoches Par, LA. James Rushing was a Private in Company I of the 16th RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 31 FOURTH GENERATION Louisiana Infantry. He enlisted September 29, 1861. He died March 21, 1864, at Marietta, Georgia. xiii. Amanda Rushing. Born, circa 1845, in LA. Census: 1850, in Bienville Par., LA. Census: 1860, in Natchitoches Par, LA. 28. Mary J. (Rushing?) [4] (Richard, 6). Born, circa 1800. Died, after 1850. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. I cannot prove this but Mary J., first wife of Morris Veal, may have been a sister to Burrell Rushing. Burrell Rushing and Morris Veal have a long-time association in Perry County and Decatur County court records which begins long before Morris Veal married Burrell's daughter Nancy Ellen, then a widow of Henry Harrington. Morris Veal's brother Thomas lived adjacent to Richard Rushing in 1840. The alternative possibility is that Morris Veal's mother was a sister of the elder Richard Rushing. Mary Veal probably is buried at Campground Cemetery, Decatur Co., TN. She married Morris Veal, son of Dempsey Veal. Born, circa 1806. Died, 5 Sep 1894, in Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Farmer. Children: i. Sarah A.[5] Veal. Born, circa 1837, in TN. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. ii. Madison Veal. Born, circa 1838, in TN. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. iii. Thomas Veal. Born, circa 1840, in TN. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. 77 iv. Henry Veal. v. John W. Veal. Born, circa 1845, in TN. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. 78 vi. Martha Veal. 79 vii. Nancy (Nannie) Veal. 29. Amy[4] Rushing (Richard, 6). Born in NC. Died, before 1839, in Pope Co., AR??. "Know all men by these presents. That whereas under and by virtue of a power of attorney duly made and executed on the twenty-second day of April 1839 (and duly recorded) by one Thomas Boatwright of Texas, the authorized and legally appointed Agent of Certain Heirs of the Estate of Richard Rushing late of the State of Tennessee, deceased, I, David Rushing of the County of Pope and State of Arkansas, was appointed the proper attorney and agent of sd. Boatwright in the premises to ask for, collect, demand, sue for, receive, and give receipts and full discharges for the same of the amounts of monies respectively coming or due to the late Amy Boatwright, mother of said Thomas Boatwright and also to the others, the children of said Amy, being a portion of the heirs of Richard Rushing, dec'd. upon and under the terms and conditions therein expressed, and whereas sd. David Rushing, being old and unable to travel to carry out the intentions of said power, is desirous and willing and able to appoint some other person to act therein; thereupon be it known to all whom it may concern that I, David Rushing of the County of Pope and the State aforesaid do hereby nominate, constitute, and appoint Willis Rushing of the RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 32 FOURTH GENERATION County of Benton in the State of Tennessee, my true and lawful Attorney, for me in my name or in the name of Thomas Boatwright the Legally authorized agent of the said heirs of the Estate, of said Richard Rushing late of Tennessee aforesaid. To ask for, receive, collect, sue for and receive, all sums or sums of money or effects of any kind or description of right belonging and appertaining to the said heirs of the said Estate, of said Richard Rushing dec'd. of and from all persons and parties owing or amenable for the dec'd. and I further authorize under and by virtue of the like power herein I am empowered to do and execute all acts to carry into effects the intentions therein expressed, the said Willis Rushing to give all necessary acquittances and receipts in the law for the same, either in my name as attorney and agent for the said Thomas Boatwright or in the name of said Boatwright as the legally authorized Agent of said heirs of the Estate as he the said Willis may be advised or required, and generally to act in the premise as agent or attorney of said Boatwright or myself under the above recited power, so that the monies due the heirs of the Estate of sd. Richard Rushing dec'd. may be collected and applied to the purposes expressed in the original power from sd. Thomas Boatwright. In witness thereof I have set my hand and seal this 27th day of December 1842. Signed, sealed, and delivered. David Rushing (seal) In presence of: Jno. R. A. Scott A. M. Metcalf This day personally appeared before me an Acting Justice of the Peace within and for the co. and State af. sd. the within named David Rushing who duly acknowledged the name David Rushing at the end of the annexed power of Attorney to be his signature and that he executed the same for the reasons therein set forth. Dated this 27th day of december 1842. A. R. Cheyne, J.P." [Taproots, A Virginia & Carolina Legacy] Note: There was a Thomas Boatwright in Henderson County in 1850. If this Thomas is the same Thomas as the son of Amy, then the Boatwrights who lived in Henderson and Decatur Counties probably are descendants of Richard Rushing. There are White and Hill descendants of W. H. Boatwright in the Concord Community of Decatur County. She married Boatwright. Children: i. Thomas[5] Boatwright. 30. David[4] Rushing (Robert, 9). Born, circa 1778. Died, before 1828, in Anson Co., NC. Census: 1820, in Anson Co., NC. Census data for David Rushing, Anson County, North Carolina: 1810, 20110-11010; 1820, 21131-11022. The family of this David Rushing has been researched by Virgil W. Huntley of Mystic, Connecticut, who analyzed it using Anson County deed records. The following are extracted from a letter by Mr. Huntley to a Mrs. Thomas, dated 2 Mar 91. "Proof that William Gilbert Rushing was a son of David lies in Anson Co. Deed Bk Z, page 591 under date 17 OCT 1832. "Nancy Rushing, Calvin Rushing, Gilbert Rushing, Rebecca Jackson, Widow & RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 33 FOURTH GENERATION heirs at law of David Rushing, deceased to Robert S. Huntley for $900.00--on waters of Brown Creek being lands of David granted him, a part to William Johnson & Robert Rushing. Witnessed by: J. White/Stephen Huntley. Signed: Nancy Rushing/Calvin Rushing/William G. Rushing/Rebecca Jackson. "David Rushing died prior to 2 JUN 1828. Proved by Deed in Bk W, page 262 that date when Holden Rushing sold to Calvin Rushing 'all right & claim to land bought of David Rushing's estate on Brown Creek adjacent Jonathan Duren, Andrew Paul & Michael Baker.' "Bk Y, page 164--Robert Lowry & wife of Dist. of Chesterfield, S. C. to Calvin Rushing--relinquish right in David Rushing's estate (deceased)--29 MAR 1829 Signed: Robert Lowry/Jemimah M. Lowry. "David Rushing was a son of Robert Rushing (?Sr.) and there does seem to be a connection to Jackson as you see in the Anson Co. Deeds 13, page 139 dated 3 Dec., 1849. William H. Bennett & wife to Griffin Avitt, Power of Atty--W. H. & wife, Temperance, formerly Temperance Jackson of Co. of Decatur, State of TN to receive for us a sum of money in the hands of Darling Rushing, guardian of said Temperance Jackson $200 more or less her portion in the estate of John Jackson deceased late of Union County, NC. Attest: William G. Rushing/John Garrett" He married Nancy Deason, daughter of Enoch Deason and Rebecca, circa 1800, in Anson Co., NC. Born, 1782. Died, 3 Oct 1857. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1836, in Perry Co., TN. Census: 1830, in Anson Co., TN. Virgil W. Huntley of Mystic, Connecticut, who has done much of the research on this branch of the Rushing family, believes that David Rushing was married twice, first to a Rebecca who is named on a deed in Anson County Deed Book N&O, p. 152, dated 13 October 1807. Nancy would be David's second wife. It is difficult to look at the matching markers for Calvin Rushing (b. 1804) and Nancy Rushing at Campground Cemetery, with Calvin at Nancy's foot, and doubt that Nancy was Calvin's mother. However, based on Mr. Huntley's information, Nancy would be mother only of William Gilbert and Jane. Children: 80 i. Holden[5] Rushing. 81 ii. Calvin Rushing. 82 iii. Rebecca Rushing. 83 iv. Jemima M. Rushing. 84 v. William Gilbert Rushing. 85 vi. Martha Rushing. vii. Enoch Deason Rushing. Prob of Est: 17 Feb 1851, in Sumter Co., AL. The family of David Rushing and Nancy Deason is proven in Sumter Co., Alabama, when the estate of Enoch Deason Rushing went to probate. February 17, 1851: Cornelius White, Arnold A. Powell & John P. Rushing bound. Cornelius White appointed administrator. Appointed as appraisers William Gambrl, Joshua Lewis, Thomas Wimberly, John A. Nuffer and Mordica Meador. 1855: Cornelius White admn a final statement. Amounts collected included A. H. Barber R. W. Brown Wm Gamll B. D. Meador RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 34 FOURTH GENERATION Thos Meador A. H. Duren Alex Lawson Leonidas Duren S. J. Wimberly R. F. Duren W. R. Sinclair James Logan A. Gatewood Benj Parker A. Jacanell John Jackson Wm Pounds W. Grantham A. Heard D. Meador Disbursements included A. H. Duren Lewis Hadden Robt Arrington L. J. Duren D. Hamberger E. W. Russell B. G. Cook B. J. H. Gaines Thos W. Sims S. Jackson Robert Taylor M. Holsten A. A. Powell A. A. Coleman Jam Wimberly Wm Deason Addison Heard Wm Fleming Geo W. Harrell List of heirs of Enoch D. Rushing 1. (enjoined) Holden Rushing a brother of deceased 2. Calvin Rushing " 3. William G. Rushing " 4. Rebecca Jackson a sister of deceased 5. Richard White Egbert White Emeline White Nancy E. White James T. White Haywood White Sally Ann White Martha White Frances White Matilda White Minor children of Martha White formerly Martha Rushing a sister of ded. Residents in Decatur County Tennessee 6. Alexander Lowry Robert H. Lowry Wm Lowry Amanda Lowry Jemima B. Lowry Maria B. Lowry Children of Jemima Lowry decd sister of decd who live in Itawamba County Miss. All over the age of twenty one years except Jemima B. & Maria B. who are minors under the age of 21 years. May 21, 1855: final settlement Assets $1584.05 Payments $927.14 Balance for heirs $657.01 The administrator is ordered to be discharged except for the purpose of defending a chancy suit against Holden Rushing. $109.50 share of Holden Rushing has been enjoined at the suit of a creditor of said Holden now pending in Chancy Court of said county. Amount retained subject to decree of court. $109.50 share of Calvin Rushing $10.95 share to each of 10 Whites. Their guardian George W. Harrell appointed as by records of court in Decatur Co., Tenn $109.50 share of Wm G. Rushing RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 35 FOURTH GENERATION $109.50 share of Rebecca Jackson $18.25 share to each of 6 Lowrys. 31. Elizabeth[4] Rushing (Robert, 9). Born, circa 1784, in Anson Co., TN. From the research of FrancesMartin thomas, Nederland, TX: "Elizabeth Rushing's birth date is estimated to be ca 1784, based on the following: the wife of James little on the 1800 census of Anson Co., NC, pg. 230, is 16-26 yrs. old; and the wife of William Deason on the 1810 census of Anson Co., NC, pg. 11, is 16-26 yrs. old. "Anson Co., NC Deed Book N, page 44: 'Pursuant to an order by the Worshipful court of the County aforesd. to lay off a Dower of Land for Elizabeth Deason late Widow of James Little dec'd. We the subscribers Jurors have preceeded thereunto and have laid off the sd. Dowery of Land as follows...containing one hundred and Fifty two acres more or less being one third of the Lands of James Little dec'd. which sd. third we have laid off for the aforesd. Elizabeth Deason...and have put her in full possession thereof...this 22nd of March 1809.'" She married, first, James Little, before 1800. She married, second, William Deason, son of Enoch Deason and Rebecca, before 1810. Resided: 1836, in Bedford Co., TN. Children: i. Joel[5] Deason. 32. Abel[4] Rushing (Robert, 9). Born, 8 Nov 1788, in Anson Co., NC. Died, 26 Aug 1835, in Benton Co., TN. Burial in Rushing Creek C., Benton Co., TN. Occupation: Farmer. From Goodspeeds History of Tennessee, in a sketch of Joel Rushing of Madison County, it is stated that Abel Rushing and his wife ". . . came to Tennessee in 1804. They lived in Middle Tennessee until 1819, when they came to the western portion of the State. [Abel] was one of the hardy pioneer woodmen, and for forty years was a farmer. He was in the War of 1812, and Rushing Creek, in Benton County, derived its name from him and Willis, Dennis, and Philip Rushing, they having built the first cabins in West Tennessee, on that stream." He married Sarah Herrin, daughter of William Elisha Herrin and Mary Agniss Abimlick. Born, 20 Mar 1788, in NC. Died, 29 Nov 1858, in Benton Co., TN. Burial in Rushing Creek C., Benton Co., TN. Some sources give her name as Sarah Griffin. Children: i. Joel Travis[5] Rushing. Born, 1 Jul 1810, in Humphreys Co., TN. Died, 29 Jun 1892, in Madison Co., TN. Burial in Cotton Grove Cem, Madison Co., TN. Census: 1850, in Madison Co., TN. Census: 1860, in Madison Co., TN. Occupation: Farmer/Coroner. He married, first, Emily Herron, 1831. He married, second, Sarah Prewett, 1859, in Madison Co., TN. He married, third, Mary Goodell, 1876, in Madison Co., TN. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 36 FOURTH GENERATION A sketch of Joel Rushing appears under Madison County in Goodspeed's History of Tennessee (1887). "Joel Rushing has spent his entire life on a farm, and has served the people of West Tennessee in different capacities from time to time, and is, at present, coroner. He furnished two sons and a stepson for the late Confederate Army. . . . Mr. Rushing is a Mason and a Democrat." ii. Robert L. Rushing. Born, 29 Feb 1812. Died, 21 Feb 1854. Burial in Hernden Cem., Benton Co., TN. He married Sarah Ann Walters. iii. Nancy Rushing. Born, 1817. Resided: 1850, in Prairie Co., AR. She married John Wesley Utley. iv. William G. Rushing. Born, 18 Aug 1819, in Humphreys Co., TN. Died, 27 Jul 1838, in Benton Co., TN. William G. Rushing never married. v. Jackson Rushing. Born in Humphreys Co., TN. Died, 1849. Burial in Rushing Creek C., Benton Co., TN. vi. Noah Tennessee Rushing. Born, 22 Jan 1822, in Humphreys Co., TN. Died, 23 Dec 1907, in Benton Co., TN. Burial in Rushing Creek C., Benton Co., TN. He married, first, Sarah A. (Puss) Young, 27 Feb 1853. He married, second, Margaret F. Danley. Noah Rushing deeded the land for Rushing Creek Baptist Church in 1876. vii. Jemima Rushing. Born, 1826, in Humphreys Co., TN. Died, 1874. Burial in Haymes Cem., Henry Co., TN. She married Obediah Waters, 1 Jan 1845. viii. Sarah Ann Rushing. Born, 18 Jul 1827, in Humphreys Co., TN. Died, 18 Jul 1893. Burial in Armer Cem., Mississippi Co., MO. She married William Armour, 9 Mar 1845. 33. Robert (Robin)[4] Rushing (Robert, 9). Born, 8 Jan 1799, in Anson Co., NC. Died, 27 Jun 1855, in Benton Co., TN. Burial in Rushing Creek C., Benton Co., TN. The following sketch is taken from "Rushing Family Heritage Places Pleasant Valley," prepared by Jonathan Kennon Thompson Smith, Benton County Historian, for the Rushing Family reunion, June 1982. "Robert Rushing . . . settled adjacent to his brother, Abel Rushing, close to the environs of Dry Creek, a tributary of Rushing Creek. He had an excellent farm; raised tobacco and prospered generally. However, he became mentally depressed and hanged himself in his carriage-house, where he was found June 27, 1855. (Mr. J. D. Melton, local history authority, related this tragedy to the writer, as it was told to him by his own grandmother, Malissa Florence Cuff, who was a neighbor and recalled the incident well.)" He married Lively Webb. Born, circa 1797. Died, 18 May 1869. Burial in Rushing Creek C., Benton Co., TN. Children: i. Salina[5] Rushing. Born, 22 May 1819. Died, 24 Feb 1876. She married, first, Spencer Bomar, 17 Jan 1839. She married, second, John W. Bomar. She married, third, Alexander McCullough in Henry Co., TN. ii. Calvin Rushing. Born, 23 Nov 1820, in NC. Died, 14 Dec 1882. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 37 FOURTH GENERATION Census: 1880, in Henry Co., TN. He married, first, Mary A. Rushing, 1847. He married, second, Nancy Warren. iii. Jemima Rushing. Born, 3 Jan 1823. Died, 8 Sep 1908. She married Albert Jefferson Hudson. iv. Holden Rushing. Born, circa 1825. Died, 6 Jan 1887. Occupation: Merchant. He married Elizabeth Lashley, daughter of Anderson Lashley, Apr 1855. This Holden Rushing settled at Point Mason in Benton County, Tennessee. He was a river merchant and a large land owner, at times called the "Merchant Prince" of the county. He was a Confederate sympathizer. v. Sophia Rushing. Born, 22 Mar 1828, in Benton Co., TN. Died, 23 Jun 1913, in Benton Co., TN. She married Willis Crawford (Croff) Rushing, 1855, in Benton Co., TN. vi. Leonidas (Lee) Rushing. Born, circa 1831. Died in Hillsboro, Hill Co., TX. Burial in DeAnn Cem., Prescott, Nevada Co., AR. He married Isabella (Belle) McCullough, daughter of Alexander McCullough and Louisa Bomar, 10 Apr 1856, in Henry Co., TN?. vii. John M. Rushing. Born, 22 May 1836, in Benton Co., TN. Died, 1894, in Grundy Co., TN. Occupation: Marchant/Farmer. He married, first, Nancy Diggs. He married, second, Nancy E. Diggs, 1861. He married, third, Sue M. Beasley, 23 Dec 1877, in Benton Co., TN. John M. Rushing served as a private in Company G, 7th Tennessee Cavalry, C.S.A. He was discharged because of ill health. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 38 FIFTH GENERATION 34. William Wilson[5] Rushing (Abraham, 12). Born, circa 1816, in TN. Died, before 1870. Burial in Arlington Cem., Houston Co., TN. Census: 1850, in Humphreys Co., TN. This seems to be the Wilson Rushing who was security for Elizabeth Rushing as Administratrix of the will of Abraham Rushing. He married Elizabeth Tomlinson, daughter of William Tomlinson and Catherine (Stratton?). Born, circa 1810. Census: 1850, in Humphreys Co., TN. Children: i. Elbert[6] Rushing. Born, circa 1840. Census: 1850, in Humphreys Co., TN. ii. William H. Rushing. Born, Sep 1841. Census: 1850, in Humphreys Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Houston Co., TN. He married Ann. 86 iii. Clinton C. Rushing. iv. Nathan Daniel Rushing. Born, circa 1846. Census: 1850, in Humphreys Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Hickman Co., TN. v. Samantha Rushing. Born, circa 1849. Census: 1850, in Humphreys Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Humphreys Co., TN. In the 1880 census she is living in the household of Rebecca Tomlinson and is listed as niece. 35. Asa[5] Rushing (Jason, 13). Born, 25 Dec 1801, in Cherah Hill, Anson Co., NC. Died, 15 Oct 1851, in Decatur Co., TN. Burial in New Hope Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Planter. Asa Rushing visited Perry County, Tennessee, in 1824, but returned to Anson County, North Carolina, where he married Nancy G. Hendricks. In 1827 he moved to Perry County (later Decatur County), Tennessee, and settled on the south side of Beech River about three miles west of Decaturville. He is listed in the 1850 census as owning 400 acres of land in Decatur County. He is known to have been a surveyor. He was a charter member of New Hope Baptist Church. He married Nancy G. Hendricks, 1825, in Anson Co., NC. Born, 1803. Died, 1875, in Shelby Co., TX. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. Nancy Hendricks seems to be the sister of Henry Hendrix of Henderson RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 39 FIFTH GENERATION County. In 1830 Henry Hendrix (spelled Hendrick) resides in the household adjacent to that of Asa Rushing. Nancy's middle name is known from the application of W. H. H. Rushing for a state pension for Confederate Army veterans. However, W. H. H. Rushing's handwriting is not easily read and Nancy's middle name has been read variously as Graves, Graces, and Grace. Following the death of Asa Rushing, Nancy and some of her children moved to Shelby County, Texas. Nancy died there in 1875. Children: 87 i. Green Berry Davis[6] Rushing. 88 ii. Elizabeth Caroline Rushing. iii. Sallie Elender Rushing. Born, 15 Sep 1829, in Perry Co., TN. Died, circa 1846. Burial in New Hope Cem., Decatur Co., TN (unmarked). iv. Mary Ann Rushing. Born, 21 Sep 1831, in Perry Co., TN. Died, 6 Nov 1857. Burial in New Hope Cem., Decatur Co., TN. She married Unknown Emerson. 89 v. Pheriba Jane Rushing. 90 vi. Tempy Alice Rushing. 91 vii. William Henry Hendricks Rushing. viii. Rosannah Melvina Rushing. Born, 23 Sep 1839, in Perry Co., TN. Died, 14 Jan 1890. Burial in Wilson Cem., Lafayette Co., AR. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. She married, first, Thomas Jefferson Hubbard, 1859. She married, second, R. M. (C. M.) Robertson, after 1865. 92 ix. Elijah Rushing. 93 x. John Bateman Rushing. 36. Joel[5] Rushing (Jason, 13). Born, 6 Sep 1806, in Anson Co., NC. Died, 3 Dec 1889, in Garrett Com., Decatur Co., TN. Burial in New Hope Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Farmer/Preacher. Joel Rushing was among the last of the Rushings to move from Anson County, North Carolina, to Decatur County, Tennessee. He seems to have arrived in the Decatur County, Tennessee, area between 1845 and 1848. The census of 1850 shows him owning 500 acres in Decatur County, and he was granted an additional 160 acres in 1852. He was a charter member of the Agricultural Wheel (farmer's union) Liberty Wheel. The following stories about Joel Rushing were passed down among Moore family descendants of Leonadus Rushing, who called Joel "uncle." Joel Rushing was a lay preacher and a farmer in the Garrett community of Decatur County. If Joel Rushing had to preach a sermon on a Sunday he practiced while he plowed his field. He would be preaching hell and damnation to his mule while he practiced. Leonadus would hear him in the field and would yell out "Uncle Joel, what are you preaching on this Sunday?" That mule must have really known the Bible. Joel Rushing not only was called upon to preach sermons at various churches, but also was called upon to conduct funeral services. One time he was called upon to conduct a funeral in Linden. He started early in the morning for Perryville to take the ferry across the Tennessee River. Leonadus Rushing met Joel along the road and asked Joel where he was going. Leonadus asked Joel if he had the price to pay for the ferry ride. Joel told Leonadus that he had enough money to go one way. Leonadus thought this over a minute and then asked "Uncle Joel, how are you going to get back?" Joel answered that the Lord would RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 40 FIFTH GENERATION take care of the fare home. The followin is the will of Joel Rushing: "I Joel Rushing considering the uncertainty of mortal life and being in my perfect mind do make and publish my last will in manner and form as follows, to wit. "I give unto my beloved wife Lucy Rushing one cow and calf and one sow and pigs and a child's part with the rest of my children: except my land I give that to my children according according to a marriage contract between me and her before we were married as may be seen by reference to that said contract. And I further give and bequeath to my son William T. Rushing the tract of land on which he now lives. . . . [description of bounds follows] "My will further is that all my property not herein named shall be sold on one year credit and equally divided among all my children except my land and that on one and two years and one third of the land to be paid down the balance in two payments and enough to pay all my just debts if any, and my burying expenses and enough to buy tomb stones to put up at my grave. "And my will is that my daughter's part to wit Elizer Veal part be paid over to her in her own hands as I consider she is more competent to use it for the good of the family than he is. [reference to Henry Veal] "My will is that my son Green B. Rushing and L. P. Moore attend to and wind up my estate according to this my last will and testament in witness whereof I have hereunto set my hand and seal this January the twenty second day one thousand eight hundred and eighty. Joel Rushing (seal). Test: Hosea Presler/J. E. W. Jenkins/J. L. Lomax." He married, first, Zelphy, 18 Dec 1830, in Anson Co., NC. Born, 17 Sep 1808, in Anson Co., NC. Died, 6 Jun 1879, in Garrett Com., Decatur Co., TN. Burial in New Hope Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Family tradition says that she was Dutch. Children: 94 i. Mary Ann[6] Rushing. 95 ii. Matilda Elizabeth Rushing. 96 iii. William T. Rushing. iv. John G. Rushing. Born, 12 Feb 1841, in Anson Co., NC. Died, 24 Feb 1865, in Camp Chase, OH. John G. Rushing enlisted in the Union Army at LaGrange, Tennessee, on May 10, 1863, in Company G, 7th Tennessee Cavalry. He was taken prisoner at either Jack's Creek, Tennessee, on June 19, 1863, or at Pinson, Tennessee, on June 20, 1863. He was confined at Richmond, Virginia, on July 9, 1863, paroled at City Point, Virginia, July 14, 1863, and sent to Camp Chase, Ohio, on July 17, 1863. His Muster Roll notes him present at the post hospital at Camp Chase from April 30, 1864 to December 31, 1864. He died at the post hospital on February 22, 1865, of "inflamation of the bowel," which seems to indicate that he had received an abdominal wound. 97 v. Eliza Rushing. 98 vi. Edgar Davin Rushing. 99 vii. Green B. Rushing. He married, second, Lucy J. Sykes, 31 Dec 1879, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 15 Jun 1819. Died, 27 Jun 1896, in Garrett Com., Decatur Co., TN. Burial in RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 41 FIFTH GENERATION Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. 37. William Gulledge[5] Rushing (Jason, 13). Born, 18 Jan 1814, in NC. Died, before 1860. Census: 1840, in Anson Co., NC. Census: 1850, in Henderson Co., TN. Occupation: Farmer. He married Martha. Born, circa 1812, in NC. Census: 1850, in Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1860, in Decatur Co., TN. Children: i. James[6] Rushing. Born, circa 1835, in NC. Census: 1850, in Henderson Co., TN. ii. Harriet E. Rushing. Born, circa 1840, in NC. Census: 1850, in Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1860, in Decatur Co., TN. iii. Elizabeth B. Rushing. Born, circa 1842, in NC. Census: 1850, in Henderson Co., TN. iv. Matilda E. Rushing. Born, circa 1844, in NC. Census: 1850, in Henderson Co., TN. v. Manza A./N. A. Rushing. Born, circa 1846, in NC. Census: 1850, in Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1860, in Decatur Co., TN. 100 vi. Asa T. Rushing. vii. M. J. Rushing. Born, circa 1852, in TN. Census: 1860, in Decatur Co., TN. 38. Green Berry[5] Rushing (Jason, 13). Born, 6 Aug 1818, in SC. Died, 22 Sep 1898, in Union Co., NC. Burial in Carraway Cem., Union Co., NC. Census: 1840, in Anson Co., NC. Census: 1850, in Union Co., NC. Occupation: Veterinarian. He married Penelope Deese. Born, 15 Nov 1817, in NC. Died, 17 Dec 1899, in Union Co., NC. Burial in Carraway Cem., Union Co., NC. Children: i. Susan A.[6] Rushing. Born, circa 1839, in NC. Census: 1850, in Union Co., NC. ii. Ellis Pinkney Rushing. Born, 1843, in NC. Died, 1865. Burial in Caraway Cem., Union Co., NC. Census: 1850, in Union Co., NC. A military marker on his grave notes "Co. A 48th. Regt. Inf. C.S.A." iii. Mary Rushing. Born, circa 1845, in NC. Census: 1850, in Union Co., NC. iv. William G. Rushing. Born, 15 Nov 1847, in NC. Died, 25 Nov 1927. Burial in Caraway Cem., Union Co., NC. Census: 1850, in Union Co., NC. He married Martha C. (Caraway?). v. Marcus Rushing. vi. Elizabeth Rushing. vii. George Rushing. 39. Alfred[5] Rushing (Peter, 15). Born, 25 Dec 1810, in Bedford Co., TN. Died, 24 Dec 1865. Burial in Robinson Cem., New Burnside, Johnson Co., IL. Census: 1860, in Johnson Co., IL. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 42 FIFTH GENERATION He married Esther H. Born, 11 May 1813, in NC. Died, 3 Jan 1885. Burial in Robinson Cem., New Burnside, Johnson Co., IL. Census: 1860, in Johnson Co., IL. Children: i. Nathan J.[6] Rushing. Born, circa 1840, in KY. Census: 1860, in Johnson Co., IL. He married Rachel M. (Minerva?) Wallace, 9 Apr 1866, in Pope Co., IL. ii. William L. Rushing. Born, circa 1842, in KY. Died, 20 Feb 1863. Burial in Robinson Cem., New Burnside, Johnson Co., IL. Census: 1860, in Johnson Co., IL. 101 iii. Abraham Franklin Rushing. iv. Virginia Rushing. Born, circa 1854, in IL. Census: 1860, in Johnson Co., IL. She married James P. Sloan, 19 Jan 1873, in Pope Co., IL. 40. Larkin[5] Rushing (Phillip, 16). Born, circa 1798, in Anson Co., NC. Census: 1850, in McNairy Co., TN. He married Nancy, circa 1821. Born, circa 1803, in KY. Census: 1850, in McNairy Co., TN. Children: i. John[6] Rushing. Born, circa 1822, in TN. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. 102 ii. Thomas Rushing. iii. Preston Rushing. Born, circa 1832, in TN. Census: 1850, in McNairy Co., TN. iv. Phillip Rushing. Born, circa 1834, in TN. Census: 1850, in McNairy Co., TN. v. David Rushing. Born, circa 1837, in TN. Census: 1850, in McNairy Co., TN. vi. Elizabeth Rushing. Born, circa 1839, in TN. Census: 1850, in McNairy Co., TN. vii. Anna Rushing. Born, circa 1841, in TN. Census: 1850, in McNairy Co., TN. 41. Daniel[5] White. Born, 1787. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. He married, first, Unknown. Children: 103 i. Nancy G.[6] White. He married, second, Nancy Yarbrough (Yarbro), daughter of Edmund Yarbrough and Sophia Gossett, after 1834. Born, 3 May 1799. Died, 27 Jan 1876. Birth(2): circa 1810, in TN. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. 42. Robert[5] White. Born, circa 1790, in Anson Co., NC. Died, 13 Dec 1853, in Leon Co., TX. Resided: after 1837, in TX. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 43 FIFTH GENERATION He married Nancy Coburn, before 1810, in NC. Born, circa 1795, in NC. Died, after 1853, in Leon Co., TX. Children: i. Hester[6] White. Born, 10 Jun 1818, in Perry Co., TN. Died, 16 Jan 1849, in Walker Co., TX. She married John McAdams, 1838, in Sabine Co., TX. ii. Other Children. Hester is the only child of Robert White I have information about other than name. Other children of Robert White were L. G. (Griff), Nancy, Hedley, Sarah, Henry, Elijah, Joseph, Siletha, Mary, Sanders, and an infant that died. 43. Reuben R.[5] White. Born, circa 1791, in NC. Census: 1830, in Perry Co., TN. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Farmer. Census data for Reubin White, Perry Co., 1830: 022011-120012. At this time he was living three households away from Henry White. He married, first, Isabella Welch, daughter of Zachariah Welch. Born, 30 May 1794, in NC. Died, 21 Dec 1854. Burial in Minie Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. She also has been listed as Isabell Saint. Children: 104 i. Albert[6] White. 105 ii. Rebecca White. 106 iii. Margaret White. 107 iv. Eliza White. 108 v. Nicholas Daniel White. 109 vi. Wiley White. 110 vii. Jane White. 111 viii. Zachariah White. 112 ix. Penelopa White. 113 x. Ruben Adison White. 114 xi. David Frank White. xii. Other Children. In "A Line of Whites," J. D. White, Sr., lists among the children of Reuben White sons named James, Cornelius, and Nowell but provides no other information about them. He married, second, Jemima. Born, circa 1802. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN. 44. Nancy[5] White. Born, 6 Oct 1796, in NC. Died, 30 May 1881, in Decatur Co., TN. She married Nicholas Welch, son of Zachariah Welch. Born, 12 Jun 1798, in NC. Died, 9 Jun 1856, in Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Minie Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Children: RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 44 FIFTH GENERATION 115 i. David[6] Welch. ii. Martha L. Welch. Born, 14 Feb 1825. Died, 14 Dec 1853. Burial in City Cem., Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. She married Unknown Delaney. iii. James A. Welch. Born, circa 1827, in TN. Died, circa 1866. 116 iv. Henry Welch. 117 v. Jeremiah Benton (Jerry) Welch. vi. Arminda Welch. Born, circa 1830, in NC. 118 vii. Augustus Welch. 119 viii. Elijah W. Welch. 120 ix. Isaiah Welch. 45. Rebecca[5] White. Born, 27 Oct 1800, in NC. Died, 16 Mar 1864. Burial in Brigance Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1830, in Perry Co., TN. This is an hypothesis without proof. Rebecca, wife of Abraham Harrell, probably was the daughter of Henry White. In the 1830 census of Perry County, Tennessee. Abraham Harrell appears two households away from Henry White and adjacent to Reuben White. This would also be consistent with the close associations of Harrells and Whites with Rushings in the 1790 census of Anson County, North Carolina; the use of the name Reuben in descendant lines; and the choice of George W. Harrell as court-appointed guardian of the children of Albert White and Martha Rushing. She married Abraham Harrell, circa 1817. Born, 24 Jul 1793, in NC. Died, 27 Jul 1877. Burial in Brigance Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Farmer. Abraham Harrell may be the son of Mills Harrell whose undated will in Anson County, NC, lists sons Abraham, Isham, David, and Isaac; heirs of Josiah Harrell; and daughters Nancy, Horn, Rody, and Clara. In 1870 Abraham harrell is living in the household of John H. Briggance. Children: 121 i. A. T.[6] Harrel. 122 ii. R. (Ruben?) R. Harrell. 123 iii. Rachel Caroline Harrell. iv. Virginia Harrell. Born, 30 Nov 1833, in TN. Died, 16 Sep 1908. Burial in Brigance Cem., Decatur Co., TN. She married John Hardin (Jack) Brigance, son of John Brigance and Rebecca Stuart, 20 Mar 1884, in Decatur Co., TN. 124 v. D. Harrell. vi. Sophronia Harrell. Born, circa 1836, in TN. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. 46. Isaac L.[5] White. Born, circa 1801, in VA. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1860, in Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Farmer. J. D. White, Sr., in his "A Line of Whites," does not include Isaac among the children of Henry White and Hannah Rushing. This connection is arbitrary but is supported somewhat in that Isaac's descendants use Concord Cemetery as do the other descendants of Henry White. In his "History of Scotts Hill, Tennessee" Gordon Turner states the burial place of William D. Johnston to be the White Cemetery in Dunbar. This RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 45 FIFTH GENERATION cemetery is called the Johnston Cemetery in the UDC's cemetery book. This may be the burial place of Isaac White and his family. He married Nancy. Born, circa 1813, in NC. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1860, in Decatur Co., TN. Children: 125 i. Sarah Francese[6] White. ii. Martha A. White. Born, circa 1837. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. iii. Cather E. White. Born, circa 1839. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. iv. Christopher H. W. White. Born, circa 1841, in TN. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Farmer. 126 v. Mary E. White. 127 vi. Isaac L. White. vii. Alexander White. Born, circa 1848. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. viii. James E. White. Born, circa 1850. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. 47. Henry H.[5] White. Born, 1808, in Anson Co., NC. Died, 1870. Census: 1850, in Nacogdoches Co., TX. Resided: after 1859, in Wood Co., TX. He married Minerva Irving Poole, circa 1828. Children: 128 i. James Dotson[6] White. ii. Mary A. White. Born, circa 1833, in TN. iii. William Henry White. Born, circa 1838, in MS. Died, circa 1863. William Henry White served in the Confederate Cavalyr diring the Civil War and was killed during a charge. iv. Burrell W. White. Born, circa 1845, in Nacogdoches Co., TX. Died, circa 1864, in Camp Chase, OH. Burrel W. White died of pneumonia in the prisoner of war camp at Camp chase, OH. v. Isabella Green White. Born, circa 1849, in TX. vi. J. Troy White. Born, circa 1853, in TX. 48. Hiram[5] Lacy. Born, circa 1811, in NC. Died, before 1870. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Sheriff. He married Nancy. Born, circa 1811, in NC. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. Children: 129 i. John Jesse[6] Lacy. ii. Margaret Lacy. Born, circa 1835. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. iii. William C. Lacy. Born, circa 1836, in Savannah, Hardin Co., TN. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. 130 iv. Thomas J. Lacy. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 46 FIFTH GENERATION 131 v. Calvin Cecil (Kat) Lacy. 132 vi. Daniel Webster (Web) Lacy. vii. Henry C. Lacy. Born, circa 1842. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. viii. Mary J. Lacy. Born, circa 1846. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. ix. Cornelia Lacy. Born, circa 1851. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN. 49. Elizabeth[5] Lacy. Died, before 1849. She married Noah Williams, circa 1830. Born, 15 May 1803, in Edcomb Co., TN. Died, Jan 1880. Burial in New Hope Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Children: i. Elizabeth Lacy[6] Williams. Born, circa 1849. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN. ii. Henry C. Williams. iii. Martha Jane Williams. iv. Hezrah Ann Williams. 50. Richard G.[5] Rushing (Unknown, 19). Born, 24 Oct 1828, in Perry Co., TN. Died, 23 Feb 1892. Burial in Old Beech R. Cem, Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Farmer. Richard Rushing enlisted in in Union Army in Company E, 6th Tenn. Cavalry at Bethel, Tennessee, on September 18, 1862. He later was in Company G at Pulaski, Tennessee. He mustered out of service at Pulaski, Tennessee, July 26, 1865. His military record describes him as age 35 years, light complexion, blue eyes. He married, first, Clary, circa 1848. Born, circa 1825, in TN. Died, before 1875. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN. Children: i. Elizabeth[6] Rushing. Born, circa 1849. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. She married Thomas Mayo, 4 Sep 1870, in Decatur Co., TN. ii. Charles Rushing. Born, circa 1853. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN. iii. Nancy J. Rushing. Born, circa 1855. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN. 133 iv. Elijah Rushing. He married, second, Ibba, circa 1875. Born, circa 1853, in GA. Died, 20 May 1938, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN. Burial in Antioch Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1920, in Henderson Co., TN. Ibba Rushing died of bronchial pneumonia. In 1910 she was living with her son Alonzo D. Rushing in Fayette Co., TN. In 1920 she was living with her daughter Florence. Children: 134 v. Dora Eleanor Rushing. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 47 FIFTH GENERATION 135 vi. Florence Rushing. vii. Alonzo D. Rushing. Born, Dec 1887. Census: 1900, in Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1938, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN. viii. Daughter Rushing. An obituary for Ibba Rushing in 1938 lists as a daughter Mrs. C. A. Moore of Lexington. One possibility for this daughter would be Carrie Moore who seems to be wife of Charley A. Moore, both buried at Antioch Cem. 51. David Thomas[5] Rushing (Unknown, 19). Born, circa 1833, in TN. Died, before 1880. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1860, in Atchinson Co., MO. There is an inquiry about David Thomas Rushing in the March 1982 issue of the "Rushing Past" family newsletter. In the inquiry Mrs. Neal Mullis of Norfolk, Virginia, states "David reportedly killed by indians while moving his family back to TN from NEB." He married Amanda Jane Kelley, circa 1856. Born, circa 1837, in TN. Census: 1860, in Atchinson Co., MO. Census: 1880, in Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1910, in Decatur Co., TN. Children: 136 i. Willis H.[6] Rushing. ii. Sarah Dicy Rushing. Born, circa 1859, in MO. Census: 1860, in Atchinson Co., MO. Census: 1880, in Henderson Co., TN. 137 iii. Martha E. Rushing. 138 iv. James Andrew Rushing. 52. David Lilly[5] Rushing (Dennis, 21). Born, 2 Sep 1825. Died, 8 Mar 1904. Burial in D. Rushing Cem., Benton Co., TN. He married Sarah A. Moore, daughter of George Moore. Born, 1827. Died, 20 Feb 1888. Burial in D. Rushing Cem., Benton Co., TN. Children: i. Dennis H.[6] Rushing. Born, 2 Feb 1865, in Benton Co., TN. Died, 24 Sep 1870, in Benton Co., TN. Burial in D. Rushing Cem., Benton Co., TN. ii. William Spencer Rushing. Born, 1868, in Benton Co., TN. Died, 1947, in Benton Co., TN. He married Emma Frazier. 53. Calvin[5] Rushing (Richard, 22). Born, 30 Aug 1830, in TN. Died, 25 Sep 1912. Burial in White Cemetery, Navarro Co., TX. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Corsicana P.O., Navarro Co., TX. Occupation: Farmer. In the 1900 census of Shelby Co., TX, Calvin Rushing is listed as a boarder with Robert F. Haward. He married Harriet J. Griffin, daughter of Guilford Griffin and Elizabeth. Born, 6 Feb 1832, in TN. Died, 3 Jun 1892. Burial in White Cemetery, Navarro Co., TX. Census: 1880, in Corsicana P.O., Navarro Co., TX. Resided: 1853, in TX. Children: RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 48 FIFTH GENERATION i. Mary Ann[6] Rushing. Born, circa 1854, in TX. Census: 1860, in Corsicana P.O., Navarro Co., TX. She married David White, 8 Jul 1874, in Navarro Co., TX. ii. Alfred Rushing. Born, 17 Sep 1856, in TX. Died, 12 Dec 1930. Burial in Richland Cem., Navarro Co., TX. Census: 1860, in Corsicana P.O., Navarro Co., TX. iii. Evaline Rushing. Born, 12 Oct 1858, in TX. Census: 31 Jan 1860, in Corsicana P.O., Navarro Co., TX. Resided in Nolan Co., TX. She married Henry A. Swink, 1876. iv. Josephine Rushing. Born, 12 Oct 1858, in TX. Census: 1860, in Corsicana P.O., Navarro Co., TX. Resided in Nolan Co., TX. She married James Franklin Newman, 4 Sep 1873, in Navarro Co., TX. 54. Willis[5] Rushing (Richard, 22). Born, 26 Oct 1835, in TN. Died, 16 Jan 1901. Burial in White Cemetery, Navarro Co., TX. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1860, in Corsicana P.O., Navarro Co., TX. He married Mary F./M. Newman, 15 Mar 1863, in Navarro Co., TX. Born, 15 Mar 1837, in AR. Died, 5 Nov 1906. Burial in White Cemetery, Navarro Co., TX. Census: 1870, in Lamar Co., TX. Children: i. William[6] Rushing. Born, circa 1864, in TX. Census: 1870, in Lamar Co., TX. ii. C. Rushing. Born, circa 1868, in TX. Census: 1870, in Lamar Co., TX. iii. Eliz Rushing. Born, circa 1869, in TX. Census: 1870, in Lamar Co., TX. 55. John P.[5] Rushing (Elijah, 23). Born, circa 1810. Birth(2): circa 1815, in AL. Census: 1850, in Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1870, in Lamar Co., TX. He married Elizabeth. Born, circa 1804. Birth(2): circa 1809, in AL. Census: 1850, in Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1870, in Lamar Co., TX. Children: 139 i. Elijah[6] Rushing. ii. Mary A. Rushing. Born, circa 1838. Census: 1850, in Henderson Co., TN. iii. Martha Rushing. Born, circa 1848. Census: 1850, in Henderson Co., TN. iv. Emaline Rushing. Born, circa 1858, in TX. Census: 1870, in Lamar Co., TX. v. D. M. Rushing. Born, circa 1860, in TX. Census: 1870, in Lamar Co., TX. 56. William R.[5] Rushing (Elijah, 23). Born, circa 1814. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1860, in Natchitoches Par, LA. Occupation: Farmer. He married, first, Hannah Brashers, daughter of Walter Brashears and RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 49 FIFTH GENERATION Elizabeth Roberts, circa 1835. Born, circa 1820. Died, before 1850. Children: i. Elizabeth Ellender[6] Rushing. Born, 7 Jan 1837, in TN. Died, 31 May 1878. Burial in Eden Cem., Nacogdoches Co., TX. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. She married Artentious Stinson. I have never been sure if there were two daughters one named Eliza and one named Elizabeth in the household of William Rushing in 1850 or if this was some sort of census taker error. I am assuming that Elizabeth Ellender was the Elizabeth age 12 in the 1850 census rather than the Eliza age 13. ii. Burrell Philip Rushing. Born, circa 1840, in TN. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1860, in Navarro Co., TX. He married Martha Hamilton, 1 Oct 1865, in Navarro Co., TX. iii. Sarah C. Rushing. Born, circa 1845, in TN. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1860, in Natchitoches Par, LA. She married R. A. Bessant. 140 iv. Jesse Lowry Rushing. He married, second, Hannah Rushing (73), before 1850. Children: v. Isaac Rushing. Born, circa 1857, in TN. Census: 1860, in Natchitoches Par, LA. Census: 1880, in Nacogdoches Co., TX. He married Josephine Bentley, daughter of Willis Larkin Bentley and Ann Davis. vi. John G. Rushing. Born, circa 1859. Census: 1860, in Natchitoches Par, LA. 57. Burrell[5] Rushing (Elijah, 23). Born, circa 1821, in AL. Died, circa 1864. Burial in Tolley Cem.?, Decatur Co., TN. The house lived in by Burrell Rushing later came to be known as the Townsend House. The following is from Lillye Younger's "History of Decatur County." "Townsend House, an Ante-Bellum house in Parsons has an interesting history despite the fact it is still a home. "It is a picturesque colonial house, perched on a hill, overlooking a crest of fertile farm land and green pastures with cattle grazing lands, about one mile east of Parsons on the old Perryville road. "It was formerly a two-story log house, chinked with mud, which was built during the 1830's. . . . It was built with an open hall through the center of the house, which was called a 'dog trot' back then. . . . "The house was sold to Burl [sic.] Rushing in 1844. . . . Some years later he married Sarah Houston and they lived here. During the civil war days "Aunt Sarah" as she was called, sat on the front porch all day during the battle of Shilo and could hear the roar of the cannons from the battles, a distance of 50 miles. Many years later she entertained her grandchildren with accounts of this incident. "During the war the guerillas entered the couple's home in search of gold and strung up her husband in an effort to get him to tell where the gold was hidden. Each time they tightened the rope, he refused. During the episode the Confederate soldiers came by and the guerillas fled. Mrs. Rushing released her husband who was strung up over the spot where the gold was buried. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 50 FIFTH GENERATION "Under the living room floor of the house was a hideout, which could be reached by a secret trap door to the floor." While the story above places the blame on Union raiders, in actuality it probably was a crime of a local band of outlaws. The tactic is the same as used by a local outlaw, Lem Bussell (later a preacher), against the Myracle family. The house later passed to Sarah's second husband, Rennie Raines, and to his son Lennie Rains. It passed out of the family by sale in 1918. The auction at which it was sold was a major event remembered for years by many people in the community. He married Sarah Jane Houston, daughter of John Lucky Houston and Virginia (Jennie) Graham. Born, 16 Dec 1826, in TN. Died, 14 Jul 1916, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Parsons Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Children: 141 i. James Matt[6] Rushing. 142 ii. John L. Rushing. 143 iii. Laverne Ann Rushing. 144 iv. Margaret F. Rushing. 58. Caroline[5] Rushing (Elijah, 23). Census: 1860, in Navarro Co., TX. She married John Hamilton (Hambleton). Children: i. Martha[6] Hamilton. She married Burrell Philip Rushing, 1 Oct 1865, in Navarro Co., TX. 59. Richard P.[5] Rushing (Willis, 24). Born, 23 May 1812. Died, 10 Aug 1882, in TN. Burial in Rushing Creek C., Benton Co., TN. Richard P. Rushing had a large family that moved to Mississippi County, Misouri. He married Mahala Ashcraft, daughter of Thomas Ashcraft and Temperance Lutton. Born, 22 Sep 1821. Died, 3 Sep 1883, in Mississippi Co., MO. Children: i. Martha[6] Rushing. Born, circa 1841, in TN. ii. Mary Temperance Rushing. Born, circa 1843, in TN. She married John T. Heggie. iii. Stephen Rushing. Born, circa 1844. Census: 1860, in Benton Co., TN. iv. Malvina Rushing. Born, circa 1846. Census: 1860, in Benton Co., TN. v. Willis H. Rushing. Born, circa 1850. Died, before 1888. Census: 1860, in Benton Co., TN. vi. Sophronia Rushing. Born, circa 1852. Census: 1860, in Benton Co., TN. She married John W. Butts. vii. Alfred J. Rushing. Born, 28 Jul 1854, in Benton Co., TN. Died, after 1888. Census: 1860, in Benton Co., TN. He married Minnie Lee Langston, 25 Oct 1882, in Mississippi Co., MO. viii. Richard Rushing. Born, circa 1858. Census: 1860, in Benton Co., TN. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 51 FIFTH GENERATION ix. John Rushing. Born, circa 1859. Census: 1860, in Benton Co., TN. x. Thomas Rushing. Died, after 1888. xi. Green H. Rushing. Died, after 1888. xii. Sophronia Rushing. xiii. Ellen Rushing. Died, before 1888. She married William Love. 60. James Perry[5] Rushing (D. M. (Daniel??), 25). Born, 18 Mar 1818, in Anson Co., NC. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. James Perry Rushing is said to have died of malaria leaving his wife with young children to raise. He married Mary Jane Brashears, daughter of Walter Brashears and Elizabeth Roberts. Born, 7 Aug 1821, in Perry Co., TN. Died, 1 Nov 1921, in Bergman, Boone Co., AR. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN. Children: i. Rachel Caroline[6] Rushing. Born, 11 Nov 1839, in TN. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. She married Elijah L. B. Moody. 145 ii. Joel Perry Rushing. iii. Permelia Jane Rushing. Born, 19 Jan 1842, in Perry Co., TN. Died, 13 Feb 1904. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. She married Clement T./J. Murphy. iv. Rebecca Ann Rushing. Born, Aug 1844, in TN. Died, 2 Jan 1918. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. She married George Morgan. v. Daniel Elias Rushing. Born, circa 1847, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, Oct 1927. Birth(2): Sep 1845. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. He married Nancy Susannah Gill. vi. Frances Elizabeth Rushing. Born, 11 May 1850. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. 61. Carroll[5] Rushing (D. M. (Daniel??), 25). Born, circa 1826, in TN. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. Carrol Rushing is assigned here as a son of Daniel by default. He is not on the list of children of Isaac in the Louisiana probate record for the estate of Isaac Rushing. He is not on the deed which lists the children of Elijah Rushing. The younger Richard does not seem to have children born before 1830. He is not claimed by descendants of Burrell as part of Burrell's family. He is not on John Bateman Rushing's lists of children of Jason Rushing and Asa Rushing. He is too young to be a son of David Rushing (son of Robert). He married Jane. Born, circa 1831, in TN. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. Children: i. Henry A.[6] Rushing. Born, 1850. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. 62. Elizabeth[5] Rushing (Burrell, 26). Born, circa 1825. Died, before 1860. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. She married Isaac Elias Brasher, son of Walter Brashears and Elizabeth RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 52 FIFTH GENERATION Roberts, before 1850. Born, 29 Jan 1826. Died, 18 May 1887. Burial in Morgan Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. The following is a letter written by Isaac Brasher to his father-in-law Burrell Rushing. The original letter is in the posession of Margarett Alexander, Decaturville, Tennessee. October 9th 1860 Haywood County Tennessee Dear Father and Mother and Brother and Sisters I take my pen in hand to let you know that we are well Hoping this finds you all well after I come from debates I had some chiks But Have [unreadable word] them now. I enjoy my trip very well the family Coneckion has him very well this fall But tha are all giten better now Crops is sorry in this part of the Country we have sold some Cotton we got 7 and 1/2 cent we dont expect to live Where we now live next we have rented this land in Obion County we expect to move as quickly as we get our Crops in. I want you to rit to us if you have herd any thin of Brother dick. I have nothing of importance to rait I warn you to rit evry Chance direct yor leters to Canton Station Obion County Nothing more at prisen only Remining youre Dear Son Isic Brashars. To B. Rushing Children: 146 i. John Walter[6] Brashear. 63. Nancy Ellen[5] Rushing (Burrell, 26). Born, 13 Jul 1829. Died, 27 Jul 1896. Burial in Rushing Grove C., Decatur Co., TN. She married, first, Henry Harrington, son of Charles Harrington and Lavisa. Born, circa 1831. Died, circa 1857. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. Children: i. Amanda[6] Harrington. Born, circa 1849. Census: 1860, in Decatur Co., TN. 147 ii. Francis Marion Harrington. iii. Lafayette Harrington. Born, circa 1853. Census: 1860, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN. iv. Vicy Ann Harrington. Born, 30 Mar 1856. Died, 13 Feb 1907. Burial in Rushing Grove C., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. She married Bryant F. Finch, son of Thomas Finch and Eliza E. Jones, 25 Feb 1886, in Decatur Co., TN. She married, second, Morris Veal, son of Dempsey Veal, circa 1858. Divorce, circa 1865. Born, circa 1806. Died, 5 Sep 1894, in Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Farmer. Children: 148 v. William Jackson Veal. 149 vi. Lafayette (Fate) Veal. 64. Richard Burrell[5] Rushing (Burrell, 26). Born, 27 Jan 1830. Died, 23 Jan 1900. Burial in Rushing Grove C., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1860, in Cape Girardeau C, MO. Richard B. Rushing served in Company F, 8th Missouri Cavalry, Confederate States Army. Richard Rushing died of cancer of the face. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 53 FIFTH GENERATION The following is R. B. Rushing's last will and testament: "I, R. B. Rushing do make and publish this my last will and testament hereby revoking and making void all others by me made by me at any time. "First I direct that my funeral expenses be paid as soon as possible out of any money that I may die posessed of or may first come into the hands of my Executor. "Secondly I direct that my wife Mary J. Rushing have all my land consisting of fifty acres during her life time; after her death I will that J. F. Rushing L. J. Rushing have the said land. "Thirdly I direct that L. J. and J. F. Rushing have full control and all the benefits of the Rube Elliott lease. "Fourth I give and bequerath to my son J. F. Rushing my sorrel mule. "Fifth I direct that L. J. and Mary J. Rushing have my mare. "Sixth I give and bequeath to Martha L. Rushing one bed and stead and clothes. "Seventh I give J. F. Rushing one feather bed and stead and clothes. I also direct L. J. Rushing have one feather bed and stead and clothes. I also give and bequeath to my wife Mary J and J. F. and L. J. Rushing all my hogs sheep and cattle. I give to my son J. F. Rushing my wagon and harness. "Lastly I do hereby nominate and appoint W. F. Rushing my Executor in witness whereof I do to this my will set my hand this the third day of November 1898. R. B. Rushing. "Signed and published in our presence and we have submitted our names hereto in the presence of the testator. This the third day of Nov. 1898. J. R. Hobbs. J. M. Rushing. W. F. Rushing." He married, first, Lucinda Rushing (75), 26 Aug 1857, in Natchitoches Par, LA. Children: i. Andrew J.[6] Rushing. Born, circa 1858. Census: 1860, in Cape Girardeau, MO. This may be the Andrew Rushen, age 22, in District 2 of Gibson County in the 1880 census. ii. Elizabeth (Bettie) Rushing. Born, circa 1862. Died, before 1887. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. She married James L. Harrington, son of William Harrington and Malinda G., 19 Dec 1878, in Decatur Co., TN. The parents of Elizabeth Rushing, first wife of James L. Harrington, cannot be identified from census data in Decatur or Henderson counties. Assignment of her as daughter of Richard Burrell Rushing seems to be the best fit. He married, second, Mary J. Smith, circa 1868. Born, 26 Aug 1842, in KY. Died, 22 Feb 1898. Burial in Rushing Grove C., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. Children: iii. Lucy J. Rushing. Born, Jan 1869, in MO. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. She married James L. Harrington, son of William Harrington and Malinda G., 5 Mar 1887, in Decatur Co., TN. 150 iv. William E. Rushing. v. Martha Lee Rushing. Born, 22 Jul 1875, in TN. Died, 11 Oct 1900. Burial in Harrington Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 54 FIFTH GENERATION Decatur Co., TN. She married John Frank Arrington (Harrington), son of William Harrington and Malinda G., 8 Jan 1899, in Decatur Co., TN. 151 vi. James (Jim) Frank Rushing. vii. Lemuel Rushing. Born, Apr 1880. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. 65. Lavenia[5] Rushing (Burrell, 26). Born, 23 Dec 1830. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1860, in Decatur Co., TN. One source suggests that Lavenia was married to a Watts before she married Green B. Davis. She married, first, Green B. Davis, son of Louis/Lewis Davis and Sarah E. Taylor, circa 1848. Born, 28 Aug 1826, in TN. Died, before 1860. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Farmer. In a letter to Leo Donahue dated 30 Mar 1992, James Leon Rushing of Parsons writes: "Believe G. B. Davis along with some of his children are buried with him on property owned by him or his heirs in the 1850s, a half mile east S.E. of where Mt. Zion church and cemetery are located today. I remember hearing my grandfather Phillip Rushing say many years ago that there was a family by the name of Davis that lived a few hundred yards across the ridge from where his father John Wesley grew up. There are four or five graves there beside an old road. Believe this is the place where G. B. & Lavenia along with their family including Thomas A. Savage lived at in the 1850s." Children: i. Joel Ashberry (Asbury?)[6] Davis. Born, 25 Mar 1849. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1860, in Decatur Co., TN. ii. Louis/Lewis F. Davis. Born, 1 Jul 1850. Died, before 1860. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. She married, second, Unknown McKnight, before 1860. Died, before 1870. Children: iii. Elijah W. McKnight. Born, circa 1849. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. He married Laura Blount, 7 Aug 1877, in Decatur Co., TN. She married, third, John H. Pearcy, circa 1865. Born, 1 May 1809, in TN. Died, 9 May 1887, in Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Children: iv. Nancy Pearcy. Born, circa 1866. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN. v. Granville Holley Pearcy. Born, circa 1869. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. vi. Oliver Pearcy. Born, circa 1874. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. 66. Rebecca[5] Rushing (Burrell, 26). Born, circa 1832. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 55 FIFTH GENERATION She married G. Marshall Harrington, son of Charles Harrington and Lavisa. Born, circa 1828. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN. Children: i. Francis E.[6] Harrington. Born, circa 1852. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN. ii. Malicy J. Harrington. Born, circa 1858. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN. iii. Vicy A. Harrington. Born, circa 1862. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN. iv. Mary C. Harrington. Born, circa 1866. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN. v. Marshal A. Harrington. Born, Apr 1870. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN. vi. Charles F. Harrington. Born, circa 1875. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN. 67. Leonidus[5] Rushing (Burrell, 26). Born, circa 1833. Died, before 1900. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1870, in Henderson Co., TN. Occupation: Farmer. He married Darcus J. Powers, daughter of Henry Powers and Nancy (Grice?), circa 1852. Born, Dec 1836. Census: 1850, in Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Henderson Co., TN. Children: 152 i. William Henry[6] Rushing. 153 ii. Richard Burl Rushing. iii. Jackson Rushing. Born, circa 1861. Census: 1870, in Henderson Co., TN. 154 iv. Amanda Melvina Rushing. 155 v. John W. Rushing. 156 vi. Mary A. Rushing. 157 vii. Adam Leon Rushing. viii. Nancy E. Rushing. Born, circa 1878. Census: 1880, in Henderson Co., TN. She married James Ferguson, 17 Aug 1902, in Henderson Co., TN. She may be the Etta Rushing (1877-1928) who married Henry Ephrain Smith (1879-1959). 68. William Franklin[5] Rushing (Burrell, 26). Born, 13 Oct 1836. Died, 23 Nov 1903. Burial in Rushing Grove C., Decatur Co., TN. W. F. Rushing enlisted in the Confederate Army on October 3, 1861, at Trenton, Tennessee, for 12 months. He served in Company F, 55th Infantry (Browns). He was captured April 8, 1862, at Island No. 10, and sent as a prisoner of war to Camp Douglas, Illinois. He was exchanged at Vicksburg. On a muster roll dated October 21, 1863, he is near Mobile, Alabama. At this time he is noted to be a 3rd Sergeant and age 25. He married Sarah Ann Powers, daughter of Stephen Powers and Unknown, 10 RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 56 FIFTH GENERATION Mar 1856, in Henderson Co., TN. Born, 3 Aug 1838. Died, 22 Nov 1917. Burial in Rushing Grove C., Decatur Co., TN. The following story has been passed down in the Rushing family. When Sarah died a widow in 1917 she had a white English bulldog who watched as she was lowered into the grave. When the people left and went home no one paid any attention to the dog. It was not until the next morning that the dog was missed. Someone went by the cemetery and found that the dog lay dead by Sarah Ann's grave. The following is the will of Sarah Ann Rushing: "State of Tennessee, Decatur County "I, S. A. Rushing of Decatur County, Tennessee, do make and publish this as my last will and testament, hereby revoking any and all wills by me heretofore made. "(1) I direct that all my debts be paid by my executor as soon after my death as possible. "(2) I direct that Modi Rushing, daughter of J. M. & Maggie Rushing, have two bedsteds, feather beds and most of my bed clothing also my bureau clock, trunk, all the picture but one and one cow and calf or money enough money enough [sic.] to buy one good cow and calf, one half of tableware the long mirror. "(3) I direct that Bertha Rushing, daughter of J. M. Rushing one over cast quilt one half of my table ware, one cover lead, one Rocking chair cane back and bottom. "(4) I direct that J. M. Rushing have the remainder of my personal property. "(5) I direct that my executor collect all debts due me after my death. "(6) I appoint A. J. Brown to be my executor of this will without bond. S. A. (X) Rushing. J. S. Pratt, witness. A. J. Brown, witness. This Feb. 19, 1917." Children: i. G. B.[6] Rushing. Born, 10 Jan 1857. Died, 14 Feb 1857. Burial in Powers Cem., Henderson Co., TN (unmarked). This infant, the only natural child of William Franklin Rushing and Sarah Ann Powers, is buried in the Middleburg community in a cemetery identified in "Henderson County, Tennessee Cemetery Inscriptions" as the Powers Cemetery. The grave is now unmarked because in 1978 family members moved the marker, but not the grave, to Rushing Grove Cemetery in Decatur County. 69. Andrew Jackson[5] Rushing (Burrell, 26). Born, 8 Jan 1843, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, 4 Oct 1875, in Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Rushing Grove C., Decatur Co., TN. Andrew Jackson Rushing and his son Phillip died within two hours of each other of yellow fever. They were buried in the same grave. Andrew Jackson Rushing enlisted in the Confederate Army at Dover (Fort Donelson), Tennessee, in 1862. He served in Company I, 50 Tennessee Infantry. He was captured at Fort Donelson on February 2, 1862, and sent as prisoner to Camp Douglas, Illinois. He was discharged October 10, 1862. He married Elizabeth Powers, daughter of Stephen Powers and Unknown, RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 57 FIFTH GENERATION circa 1866. Born, 9 Oct 1842. Died, 13 Jan 1920. Burial in Mt. Zion Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Children: 158 i. Darcy Jane[6] Rushing. ii. Stephen Rushing. Born, circa 1866. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN. iii. Phillip Rushing. Born, 28 Jan 1871. Died, 4 Oct 1875. Burial in Rushing Grove C., Decatur Co., TN. 159 iv. Susie E. Rushing. 70. John Wesley[5] Rushing (Burrell, 26). Born, Dec 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, 1 May 1916. Burial in Rushing Grove C., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. He married Martha Ann Johnson. Born, 1856. Died, 13 Feb 1894. Burial in Rushing Grove C., Decatur Co., TN. Children: 160 i. Lucy Ann[6] Rushing. 161 ii. Burrell Franklin Rushing. iii. Sarah Ellen Rushing. Born, Aug 1879. Died, 1968. Burial in Oak Grove Cem., Middleburg, Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. She married John Feldon Moody, 26 Mar 1903, in Decatur Co., TN. 162 iv. Phillip Richard Rushing. 163 v. Flora Mae Rushing. 71. Burrell[5] Rushing (Isaac, 27). Born, circa 1820, in Perry Co., TN. Died, 30 Mar 1892. Burial in Saline Cem., Natchitoches Par, LA. Census: 1850, in Natchitoches Par, LA. Census: 1860, in Natchitoches Par, LA. Occupation: Planter. A date frequently seen for his birth is March 17, 1824, a date which may be on his tombstone. Census records consistently show him to be born circa 1820. He apparently enlisted as a Private in Company H of the 16th Louisiana Infantry on April 2, 1862, at Camp Moore, Louisiana. He was discharged July 22, 1862. He married Malissa Morgan Cloud, daughter of William Cloud and Rebecca Roe, circa 1839. Born, 1823, in Gainsville, Winn Par., LA. Died, after 1910. Census: 1860, in Natchitoches Par, LA. Children: i. Delitha[6] Rushing. Born, circa 1840, in LA. Census: 1860, in Natchitoches Par, LA. ii. Mary C. Rushing. Born, circa 1842, in LA. Census: 1860, in Natchitoches Par, LA. iii. William S. Rushing. Born, circa 1843, in LA. Census: 1860, in Natchitoches Par, LA. iv. Rebecca Rushing. Born, circa 1846, in LA. Census: 1860, in Natchitoches, LA. She married David F. Williams, 15 Dec 1865. v. Burrell Hicks Rushing. Born, 11 Dec 1848, in Natchitoches Par, LA. Died, 29 Nov 1922. Burial in Saline Bapt. C., Bienville RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 58 FIFTH GENERATION Par., LA. Census: 1860, in Natchitoches Par, LA. Occupation: Farmer/Preacher. He married, first, Susan S. Ingram, daughter of Henry John Ingram and Suppa Ann, 27 Aug 1874, in Natchitoches Par, LA. He married, second, Sarah Elizabeth Allison, 15 Jul 1886, in Bienville Par., LA. vi. Malissa Ann Rushing. Born, circa 1851, in LA. Census: 1860, in Natchitoches Par, LA. She married Arthur Warren. vii. Alston Greenberry Rushing. Born, 2 Apr 1853, in Natchitoches Par, LA. Died, 20 Jun 1944, in Ashland, LA. Burial in Ramah Cem., Natchitoches Par, LA. Census: 1860, in Natchitoches Par, LA. He married, first, Lydia O. Warren, 18 Feb 1872. He married, second, Rosieanna Cox, 19 Mar 1885, in Natchitoches Par, LA. viii. Elizabeth Rushing. Born, circa 1854, in LA. Census: 1860, in Natchitoches Par, LA. She married Thomas A. Warren, 23 Jan 1873. ix. Robert R. Rushing. Born, circa 1857, in LA. Died, 1900. Census: 1860, in Natchitoches Par, LA. He married, first, M. C. Lester, 1875. He married, second, Mary Rebecca Rushing, 1879. 72. Alston Greenberry[5] Rushing (Isaac, 27). Born, 11 Feb 1823, in TN. Died, 1 Nov 1893, in Natchitoches Par, LA. Burial in Natchitoches Par, LA. Census: 1860, in Natchitoches Par, LA. Occupation: Planter/Farmer. He married Sarah J. Lester. Born, 10 Aug 1836. Died, 20 May 1889. Burial in Natchitoches Par, LA. Census: 1860, in Natchitoches Par, LA. Children: i. Margaret Victoria[6] Rushing. Born, circa 1854. Census: 1860, in Natchitoches Par, LA. ii. William Jefferson Rushing. Born, circa 1856. Census: 1860, in Natchitoches Par, LA. iii. Elizabeth J. Rushing. Born, circa 1857. Census: 1860, in Natchitoches Par, LA. iv. Mary Rebecca Rushing. Born, circa 1859. Census: 1860, in Natchitoches Par, LA. She married Robert R. Rushing, 1879. v. Julia Rushing. Born, circa 1862. Census: 1870, in Natchitoches Par, LA. vi. Josephine Rushing. Born, 22 Mar 1864. Died, 15 Dec 1891. Burial in Natchitoches Par, LA. Census: 1870, in Natchitoches Par, LA. vii. Malissa I. Rushing. Born, 8 Jun 1866. Died, 10 Jan 1938. Burial in Natchitoches Par, LA. Census: 1870, in Natchitoches Par, LA. viii. Eliza Rushing. Born, circa 1868. Census: 1870, in Natchitoches Par, LA. ix. Phoebe Rushing. Born, circa 1868. Census: 1870, in Natchitoches Par, LA. x. Hicks Rushing. Born, circa 1871. Census: 1880, in Natchitoches Par, LA. xi. Harrison Rushing. Born, circa 1873. Census: 1880, in Natchitoches Par, LA. xii. Alston M. Rushing. Born, circa 1877. Census: 1880, in Natchitoches Par, LA. xiii. Ola Rushing. Born, circa 1877. Census: 1880, in Natchitoches Par, LA. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 59 FIFTH GENERATION 73. Hannah[5] Rushing (Isaac, 27). Born, circa 1824, in TN. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Bienville Par., LA. She married William R. Rushing (56). 74. Isabella[5] Rushing (Isaac, 27). Born, 12 May 1825. Died, 5 Jan 1904. Burial in City Cem., Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. She married Isaac Lasiter. Born, circa 1824. Died, 5 Jul 1863, in Petersburg, VA. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. Isaac Lasiter enlisted September 26, 1981, at Camp Trenton as a Private, Company G., 31st Tennessee Infantry, Confederate States Army. He was wounded at Stones River and was captured January 2, 1863. He was sent as a prisoner to Fort McHenry, Baltimore. He was turned over to the C.S.A. as part of a prisoner exchange on May 23, 1863. He died at the miitary hospital in Petersburg, Virginia. Children: i. James S.[6] Lasiter. Born, circa 1844. Died, circa 1862. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. James S. Lasiter enlisted September 20, 1861, at Fort Donelson, stating his age as 21. He was a Private, Company D., 50 Infantry, C.S.A. He was taken prisoner at Fort Donelson and sent as a Prisoner of War to Camp Douglas, IL. He was sent to Vicksburg, MS, as part of a prisoner exchange. The military records stop at this point. ii. Jacob Lasiter. Born, circa 1845. Died, circa 1863, in Alton, IL?. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. Jacob Lasiter enlisted July 1, 1863, at Oak Grove, as a Private, Company I, 19th Cavalry, C.S.A. He was captured August 6, 1863, at Lexington, Tennessee, and sent to Alton, Ilinois. Was he exchanged or paroled? His regimental record shows him as absent without leave and notes that he was found at his home. This is supported by a family story. Patrick Chester, a grandson of Rebecca Ann (Lasiter) Malone, says that when he was young his grandmother told him that she last saw her brother when C.S.A. authorities came to her father's house to find her brother. Her brother hid in a briar patch near the house but was found and taken away. She never saw him again or heard what happened to him. 164 iii. Rebecca Ann Lasiter. iv. P. Lasiter. Born, circa 1852. Census: 1860, in Decatur Co., TN. 75. Lucinda[5] Rushing (Isaac, 27). Born, circa 1830. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1853, in Natchitoches Par, LA. She married Richard Burrell Rushing (64). RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 60 FIFTH GENERATION 76. Morning[5] Rushing (Isaac, 27). Born, 15 Jul 1833, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, 14 Feb 1873, in Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Tolley Cem., Decatur Co., TN. She married Arthur Tolley, son of William Tolley and Rachel Conder, circa 1852. Born, 12 Apr 1827, in Carroll Co., TN. Died, 1 Oct 1898, in Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Mt. Lebanon Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Arthur Tolley was born in Carroll County and married Morning Rushing. They lived on the Rushing farm. Their first child, George Alston, was born there. The family moved from there to the Houston farm about 1/2 mile east of Mt. Tabor. Young Arthur grew to manhood learning the art of using the axe. He became an expert in hewing logs that were used extensively in the structures of homes, schools, and churches. One of these was the old Mt. Tabor school about two miles south of Parsons. He loved to dance and had the reputation of being one of the best dancers in Decatur County. He professed faith in Christ and joined the Mt. Lebanon Baptist Church. He fought throughout the Civil War as a Union soldier, enlisting at Decaturville on September 18, 1862, in Company G, 6th Regiment Tennessee Calvary, Capt. W. C. Webb's Company. He was mustered out at Pulaski, Tennessee, on July 26, 1866. [History of Decatur County] Children: 165 i. George Alston[6] Tolley. 166 ii. James Arthur Tolley. 167 iii. Martin Andrew Tolley. 168 iv. Joseph Thomas Tolley. 169 v. Samuel Jackson Tolley. 77. Henry[5] Veal. Born, circa 1842, in MS. Died, circa 1929, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN (unmarked). Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN. He married Eliza Rushing (97). Children: i. M. Fannie[7] Veal. Born, circa 1864. Died, circa 1890. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. She married Stephen H. Thomas, son of William H. Thomas and Elizabeth Powers, 8 Mar 1883, in Decatur Co., TN. ii. Mary E. Veal. Born, circa 1869. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN. 170 iii. Zilphia E. Veal. iv. M. P. Veal. Born, circa 1874. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. v. Jesse W. Veal. Born, 22 Feb 1876. Died, 6 Jun 1899. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. vi. John E. Veal. Born, 23 Feb 1878. Died, 19 Jun 1924. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. 78. Martha[5] Veal. Born, 22 May 1846, in TN. Died, 12 Jun 1882. Burial in RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 61 FIFTH GENERATION Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. She married William T. Rushing (96). 79. Nancy (Nannie)[5] Veal. Born, 9 Jan 1849, in TN. Died, 2 Mar 1904, in Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. She married James M. Savage, son of James Savage and Jane Taylor. Born, 25 Mar 1841, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, 20 Jul 1928, in Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Rushing Creek C., Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Farmer. Children: i. Mary Jane[6] Savage. Born, 1867, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, 6 Oct 1961, in Milan, Gibson Co., TN. Burial in Rushing Creek C., Decatur Co., TN. She married George W. Welch, 30 Aug 1894, in Decatur Co., TN. 172 ii. Sarah Cordelia Savage. 173 iii. James M. Savage. iv. Martha L. (Mattie) Savage. Born, 1872, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, 1945, in Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Rushing Creek C., Decatur Co., TN. She married Joe B. Tate, 23 Jul 1893, in Decatur Co., TN. v. John S. Savage. Born, circa 1875, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. 174 vi. George F. Savage. 175 vii. Nannie A. Savage. 176 viii. D. D. (Dena) Savage. 177 ix. Lillie A. Savage. 80. Holden[5] Rushing (David, 30). Born, circa 1802, in Anson Co., NC. Census: 1830, in Anson Co., TN. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1860, in Union Co., IL. Occupation: Farmer. He married Delila Jackson. Born, circa 1812, in NC. Children: i. Robert H.[6] Rushing. Born, circa 1828, in NC. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Makanda Twp., Jackson Co., IL. He married Johana/Anne E. ii. John J. Rushing. Born, circa 1829. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. iii. Elizabeth Rushing. Born, circa 1836, in TN. Census: 1880, in Jonesboro, Union Co., IL. She married David M. Ingram. iv. Delila B. Rushing. Born, circa 1841. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. She married Martin B. Powell, 30 Oct 1859, in Union Co., IL. v. Enoch D. Rushing. Born, circa 1845, in TN. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. He married Syndona M. (Dona) Flaugh, 16 Aug 1860, in Union Co., IL. vi. Ann Rushing. Born, circa 1847. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. vii. David B. Rushing. Born, Oct 1848, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 62 FIFTH GENERATION 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Hess Pct., Union Co., IL. He married Mary L. Lockinbee, 16 Apr 1871, in Union Co., IL. viii. William P. Rushing. Born, circa 1853, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1860, in Union Co., IL. Census: 1880, in Jonesboro Pct., Union Co., IL. He married Melvina Overbay, 19 Dec 1877, in Union Co., IL. 81. Calvin[5] Rushing (David, 30). Born, 31 Mar 1804, in Anson Co., NC. Died, Jan 1860, in Garrett Com., Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Teacher. He married Rebecca White (105). Children: i. Adison[6] Rushing. Born, circa 1839, in TN. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. This may be a misunderstood/misspelled name for Edwin R. Rushing. ii. Edwin R. Rushing. Born, 21 Apr 1840, in Garrett Com., Decatur Co., TN. Died, 9 May 1866, in Garrett Com., Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1860, in Decatur Co., TN. A military marker at his grave reads "Co. G 6 Tenn. US Cav." Edwin R. Rushing enlisted in the Union Army on September 18, 1862, at Bethel, Tennessee. He was transferred from Company E, 6th Tennessee Cavalry to Company G on December 15, 1862. He was promoted to Corporal on August 28, 1863, and to Sergeant on December 14, 1863. On February 28, 1865, he was demoted from Sergeant to Private, without fault, and transferred to Company E of the 6th Tenn. Cavalry. He was promoted to 1st Sergeant on July 1, 1865. His military records describe him as age 22, light complexion, blue eyes, light hair. 178 iii. William D. Rushing. 179 iv. Isabella Rushing. 180 v. Margaret Rushing. vi. Ruebin White Rushing. Born, 25 Oct 1848, in TN. Died, 7 May 1878, in Garrett Com., Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Gamp Ground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. 181 vii. Enoch D. Rushing. viii. Martha Jane Rushing. Born, circa 1853. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN. She married James R. Rushing, 1 Dec 1869, in Decatur Co., TN. ix. Mary F. Rushing. Born, circa 1856. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN. 82. Rebecca[5] Rushing (David, 30). Born, circa 1805. Census: 1860, in Decatur Co., TN. She married John Jackson. Died, before 1849. Children: RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 63 FIFTH GENERATION i. Stephen[6] Jackson. Born, circa 1820, in SC. Census: 1850, in Sumter Co., AL. 182 ii. Temporance A. Jackson. iii. Richard A. Jackson. Born, circa 1829, in NC. Census: 1850, in Sumter Co., AL. Occupation: Farmer. 183 iv. Frances Emiline Jackson. 184 v. James Holden Jackson. vi. Thomas Jackson. 83. Jemima M.[5] Rushing (David, 30). Born, 15 Aug 1806. Died, 10 Sep 1840. Burial in Houston Cem., Beacon Road, Decatur Co., TN. The compilers of the Decatur County cemetery book issued by United Daughters of the Confederacy have confused the Robert Lowry listed on her tombstone as her husband with the Robert Lowry who lived in the Liberty community. This, plus the fact that the graves of Jemimah and her child lie outside a cemetery wall, led the compilers to suggest that Jemimah was black. This is not the case. What happened is that what is called the Houston Cemetery is really two cemeteries. The walled section is a Young family cemetery established beside a much older cemetery where Jemima (Rushing) Lowry was buried. Jemima's marker probably was erected in the 1870s. She married Robert Lowry. Born, circa 1806. Occupation: Merchant?. Children: i. Robert[6] Lowry. Born, 10 Mar 1830, in Chesterfield Co., SC. Died, 19 Jan 1910, in Jackson, Hinds Co., MS. Burial in Brandon, Rankin Co., MS. Occupation: Lawyer/Governor. "Lowry, Robert (Mar. 10, 1830-Jan. 19, 1910), lawyer, Confederate soldier, governor of Mississippi, was born in the Chesterfield District, S.C., the son of Robert and Jemimah (Rushing) Lowry, both of Scotch-Irish extraction. The family moved to Tennessee about 1833 and to Tishmingo County, Miss., in 1840. Robert's educational advantages were limited. In 1846 he went to Raleigh, Miss., to live with his uncle, Judge James Lowry, with whom he engaged in merchantile enterprises first at Raleigh and later at Brandon. On Sept. 9, 1849, he married Maria M. Gammage, of Jasper County, Miss. From about 1854 to 1859 he was in Arkansas, during which period he read law. Upon his return to Mississippi he practiced law as partner of Judge A. G. Mayers. "When the Civil War began he enlisted as a private in the Rankin Grays, but in August 1861 was elected a major of the 6th Mississippi Regiment, which was being organized at Grenada. He was twice wounded at the battle of Shilo and in 1862 was commissioned colonel. He served with Gen. Joseph E. Johnston during the Vicksburg campaign. On the death of his superior officer, Brigadier-General John Adams, he was placed in command of the brigade and was commissioned brigadier-general, Feb. 4, 1865; he was with Gen. Joseph E. Johnston when he surrendered to Sherman on Apr. 26, 1865. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 64 FIFTH GENERATION "Returning to Mississippi, he served as state senator in 1865-66, and with Giles M. Hillyer was appointed by Gov. B. G. Humphreys on a commission, authorized by the legislature, to visit Washington and request President Johnson to release Jefferson Davis. In 1869 he was the Democratic candidate for the office of attorney-general but was not elected. In the campaign which resulted in the overthrow of the Carpetbag government in 1876, he took an active part. In 1881, adherents of Gov. J. M. Stone and Ethelbert Barksdale caused a deadlock in the state Democratic convention and Lowry was nominated as a compromise candidate for governor. The following campaign, which was the last in which the Republican party (under the name Independent Party) put forward candidates for state offices in Mississippi, resulted in a victory for Lowry. He was renominated in 1885 and elected without opposition. During his term of office the local-option law was passed, The Industrial Institute and College for women at Columbus was established, and appropriations for public scholls were increased. After retiring from the governorship he practiced law at Jackson, Miss. In 1891, in collaboration with William H. McCardle, he published "A History of Mississippi.' He was candidate for the unexpired term of Senator E. C. Walthall, who died in 1898, but failed of election. For seven years prior to his death he was commander of the United Confederate Veterans. He died in Jackson and was buried in Brandon." [Dictionary of American Biography] ii. Edwin Lowry. Born, 7 Jan 1838. Died, 7 Jan 1838. Burial in Houston Cem., Beacon Road, Decatur Co., TN. iii. John A. Lowry. iv. William Lowry. v. Infant Son Lowry. Burial in Houston Cem., Beacon Road, Decatur Co., TN. 84. William Gilbert[5] Rushing (David, 30). Born, 23 Oct 1810, in Anson Co., NC. Died, 15 Apr 1875, in Garrett Com., Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Farmer. In 1841 William Gilbert Rushing donated the land where Campground Cumberland Presbyterian Church now stands for use for a church and cemetery. The cemetery itself may be older. He was called Gil. He married Eliza White (107). Children: 185 i. Leonadus[6] Rushing. 186 ii. Rebecca Rushing. 187 iii. Martha F. Rushing. iv. Mary E. Rushing. Born, 4 May 1844. Died, 23 Feb 1873. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. She married Samuel H. Westbrooks, 22 Oct 1865, in Davidson Co., TN. 188 v. Sophie (Sophronia) A. Rushing. vi. Ann E. Rushing. Born, circa 1846. Died in Lamar Co., TX. She married Thomas P. Arnold, son of James Ephraim Arnold and Laverne Ann Houston. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 65 FIFTH GENERATION 189 vii. John A. Rushing. viii. Catherine E. Rushing. Born, 20 Feb 1849. Died, 4 Aug 1874. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. 190 ix. Penelope E. Rushing. x. Millard Fillmore Rushing. Born, circa 1853. Died, 1 Feb 1928, in Lamar Co., TX. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. He married, first, Sarah Leona Carrell, daughter of Edward T. Carrell and Louisa J., 25 Dec 1879, in Decatur Co., TN. He married, second, Henrietta E. Simpson, daughter of John P. Simpson and Fannie Stegald, 21 Aug 1889, in Massac Co., IL. In the census of 1880 he is listed as a farmer and living in his mother's household, along with brother W. B. and sister Jane. This is somewhat odd given his marriage the previous year. At the time of his second marriage in 1889 he lists his place of residence as Sonora Co., TX. xi. Milton Brown Rushing. Born, 21 May 1854, in Garrett Com., Decatur Co., TN. Died, 31 Dec 1879, in Garrett Com., Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Farmer. xii. William F./William B. (Bill) Rushing. Born, circa 1857, in Garrett Com., Decatur Co., TN. Died in TX. Census: 1860, in Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1909, in Sunnyvale, Santa Clara Co., CA. 191 xiii. Margaret Jane (Janie) Rushing. xiv. Emily H. Rushing. Born, 12 Feb 1860, in Garrett Com., Decatur Co., TN. Died, 14 Oct 1875, in Garrett Com., Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. "Died--At her father's residence, near Decaturville, Tennessee, October 1, 1875, Emily H., daughter of Bro. W.G. and sister Eliza Rushing; aged fifteen years, seven months, and nineteen days. "Emily was not a member of the church, but an earnest seeker at the altar in August before she died in October; so, we trust, she now rest in peace with an older sister, Catherine, a consistent member of the Cumberland Presbyterian church, at Liberty, who accidentally shot herself the 4th of August, 1874. Also Mahaly, who died August 24, 1871, the youngest daughter of Bro. Rushing, and the pet of the family. The writer had the pleasure of instructing them all in Sabbath-school; but little Emily, who outlived the others, was a very attentive student in the Sabbath-school room, and endeared herself to the hearts of her associates. They have left a large family of brothers and sisters who are very near all members of our Church, and a large circle of friends who sorely mourn their loss. "Bro. Rushing is an elder of the Liberty congregation, and has battled long and hard for the cause of our blessed Master. Hold up your head, Bro. and sister Rushing, you will soon cross the river, where the wicked cease from troubling, and the weary are at rest...." James M. Holley. Decaturville, January, 1876. (The Cumberland Presbyterian, February 17, 1876, page 8.) xv. Mahala J. Rushing. Born, 18 Apr 1862, in Garrett Com., Decatur Co., TN. Died, 24 Aug 1874, in Garrett Com., Decatur Co., TN. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 66 FIFTH GENERATION Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. 85. Martha[5] Rushing (David, 30). Died, before 1850. The children of Martha Rushing are recorded in the probate records of the estate of Enoch Deason Rushing in Sumter Co., Alabama. Thr probate record generally lists the children in the order in which they later appear in the 1850 census. The probate records lists daughters Frances White and Matilda White not listed in the 1850 census. One of these probably is the Melvina listed in the census (Frances based on order). The Sumter Co. probate records note that George W. Harrell had been appointed by the Decatur Co. Court as guardian of Martha's children. She married Albert White (104). RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 67 SIXTH GENERATION 86. Clinton C.[6] Rushing (William Wilson, 34). Born, circa 1843. Died, after 1900. Census: 1850, in Humphreys Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1910, in Dyer Co., TN. He married, first, an unknown woman. Children: i. Sarah J.[7] Rushing. Born, circa 1861. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1910, in Decatur Co., TN. She married Unknown Aaron. He married, second, Louisa (Moody?), circa 1868. Born, circa 1842. Died, before 1893. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. Children: ii. Elizabeth (Bettie) Rushing. Born, Jan 1869. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1910, in Decatur Co., TN. In the 1920 census Elizabeth Rushing is living in the remnant of her father's fousehold headed by her falf brother James Allen Rushing. 199 iii. James Carrol Rushing. iv. John W. Rushing. Born, circa 1872. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. v. Dickson Rushing. Born, circa 1874. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. 200 vi. Dora A. Rushing. vii. Sidney Rushing. Born, Dec 1878. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. viii. Fanny Rushing. Born, Oct 1881. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. ix. Robert L. (or S.) Rushing. Born, Oct 1881. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1910, in Decatur Co., TN. He married, third, Isabelle Rosson, 8 Jun 1893, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, Apr 1865, in MO. Died, before 1920. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1910, in Dyer Co., TN. Children: x. Elmer D. Rushing. Born, Mar 1894. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1910, in Dyer Co., TN. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 68 SIXTH GENERATION xi. William B. Rushing. Born, 23 Jan 1896. Died, 27 Oct 1972. Burial in Church Grove Cem, Dyer Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1910, in Dyer Co., TN. xii. James Allen Rushing. Born, Apr 1899. Died, 20 Jan 1975. Burial in Church Grove Cem, Dyer Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1910, in Dyer Co., TN. xiii. Mary Ida Rushing. Born, circa 1903. Census: 1910, in Dyer Co., TN. xiv. George D. Rushing. Born, circa 1906. Census: 1910, in Dyer Co., TN. 87. Green Berry Davis[6] Rushing (Asa, 35). Born, 22 Aug 1826, in Anson Co., NC. Died, 26 Nov 1905, in Garrett Com., Decatur Co., TN. Burial in New Hope Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Teacher. G. B. D. Rushing grew up in Perry County, Tennessee, and attended the subscription schools of that period. He was intellectual and bright. At age 21 he bacame one of the first teachers in Decatur County. He taught seven years (1846-1853). He married Sarah J. Stephens in 1852. The following year he, his wife, his mother, and some of his brothers and sisters moved to Shelby County, Texas. There he taught four more years before returning to farming. He is listed in the census of 1860 as living in the Fruits Store P.O. area of Shelby Co., TX. In 1862 he enlisted in Co. A 28th Texas Dismounted Calvary. He was wounded at Pleasant Hill, Louisiana, and disabled for permanently. After the Civil War he served as tax assessor for Shelby County, Texas. His first wife Sarah died in September 1877. They had three children, two of whom grew up and married. The third died. Green B. Rushing returned to Decatur County 1n 1879, where he married Elizabeth Shipman. He taught school at the Garrett School House in the 1880s and was elected County Register in 1886. In 1889 he applied for a state pension as a disabled Confederate veteran. At that time he listed his occupation as photgrapher, but noted that he "made damned little money with it." The following is the will of G. B. D. Rushing: "This is the last will and testament of G. B. D. Rushing, made this day of 1890 in the town of Decaturville Decatur County State of Tennessee as follows: Realizing the uncertainty of life and being of sound mind and memory I, G. B. D. Rushing do make and disclose this to be my last will and testament as follows to wit: "I bequeath my present homestead and all house hold furniture ready money, securities for money, all goods and chattels, and all other parts of my real and personal estate and effects what soever in Decatur County Tennessee, unto my wife Mary E. Rushing to and for her use and benefit as long as she may live; and at her death should there be any property real or personal remaining to be divided equally between our nearest relatives respectively, subject only to the payment of my just debts; funeral and testamentary expenses, and the charge of proving and registering this my will, and hereby revoke all other wills. In witness where of I hereunto set my hand and seal, the day and year above mentioned. G. B. D. Rushing (seal)" He married, first, Sarah J. Stevens, 1852, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, Sep RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 69 SIXTH GENERATION 1877, in Shelby Co., TX. Children: i. Nannie J.[7] Rushing. Born, circa 1853, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, Dec 1877, in Shelby Co., TX. Census: 1860, in Shelby Co., TN. Nannie J. Rushing was married with two children at the time of her death. ii. C. A. Rushing. Born, circa 1855, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1860, in Shelby Co., TX. iii. F. A. Rushing. Born, circa 1855, in TX. Census: 1860, in Shelby Co., TX. He married, second, Elizabeth M. Shipman, daughter of John R. Shipman and Sarah Moore. Born, 3 Aug 1828. Died, 18 Jun 1886, in Garrett Com., Decatur Co., TN. Burial in New Hope Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1850, in Carroll Co., TN. Occupation: Teacher. He married, third, Mary E. Watson, 3 Feb 1889, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, Jul 1837. Died, 17 Jul 1907. Burial in City Cem., Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. 88. Elizabeth Caroline[6] Rushing (Asa, 35). Born, 18 Feb 1828, in Perry Co., TN. Died, 17 Mar 1911, in Washington Co., AR. Burial in Weddington Cem., Washington Co., AR. She married Edmond G. (Green?) Dees, son of Clement Dees and Unknown (Elizabeth?), circa 1848, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 9 Feb 1825, in Union Co., NC. Died, 16 Aug 1904, in Washington Co., AR. Burial in Weddington Cem., Washington Co., AR. Children: i. Bryant W.[7] Dees. Born, 1 Sep 1849, in Decatur Co., TN. ii. Nancy Elizabeth Dees. Born, 3 Mar 1851, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, 10 Dec 1938, in Washington Co., AR. Burial in Weddington Cem., Washington Co., AR. She married John Wise, son of Jacob Wise and Nancy Frances Jones, 13 May 1873, in Washington Co., AR. iii. Martha Jane Dees. Born, 11 Feb 1853. Died, 1934. Martha Jane Dees never married. iv. Asa Clement Dees. Born, 18 Aug 1856. He married, first, Elizabeth Charlotte Thompson. He married, second, Maggie Proffit. v. H. M. Dees. Born, 11 May 1859. vi. J. G. Dees. Born, 6 Feb 1862. vii. Rose Ann Dees. Born, 18 Dec 1864. viii. Lucretia Ellen Dees. Born, 2 Aug 1867. Died, 11 Nov 1956. She married George Warren Washington Edwards, 16 Feb 1890, in Washington Co., AR. ix. James Edmond Dees. Born, 21 Nov 1870, in Washington Co., AR. Died, 4 Aug 1951. Burial in Weddington Cem., Washington Co., AR. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 70 SIXTH GENERATION He married, first, Annie Cook, 26 Nov 1899, in Washington Co., AR. He married, second, Ollie Johnson, 31 Dec 1905, in Washington Co., AR. 89. Pheriba Jane[6] Rushing (Asa, 35). Born, 31 Jul 1833, in Perry Co., TN. Died, 14 May 1919, in Carthage, Panola Co., TX. Burial in Old Cemetery, Panola Co., TX. Resided: 1853, in Shelby Co., TX. Resided: 28 Jan 1878, in Carthage, Panola Co., TX. Occupation: Hotellier. The following is a letter dated January 28, 1878, from Faribe Jane Lacy to her cousin Mary Ann Moore [daughter of Joel Rushing]. The letter is marked Carthage, Texas. "I will attempt to write to you one time more, although it has been a long time since I wrote you. My dear Cousin I have not forgot you and your father and mother and also your brothers and sisters. I have not forgot Leroy. I wish I could see him and you. I often think back to the time when we was all together. There was my happiest days, although I have more and live better than then. I have not heard from you all in about two years. My dear little Mary Jane Welch did write to us, but she has quit writing. I guess she has married and forgot us. [Note: Mary Jane Welch married Edward S. Wright 22 Dec 1877.] I want you to write to me about brother Will. I wrote to him about a month ago, but have not yet received an answer. I do not know why he does not write to me. If I could only see you I could tell you many things. You know I am a sorry hand to write without telling you. Will you write to me? Please do so. Times here are about as they always are. That is there is a living for every body if they will work for it. I am getting along very well. To tell you the truth better than I ever did in my life. I have only my self and three children to support. My girls have never had to work and they have went to school a great deal. I bought them a piano and they are taking music lessons. My dear Cousin I live you may not be surprised if I visit you all some day. I would like once more to see you all. Brother Green's wife died last September and his oldest daughter died in December and left her two children. One was a young baby. This leaves us all well. Please answer this letter and tell me about all my friends. Give my love to all. From your loving Cousin F. J. Lacy." [Moore family papers] The following sketch of Pheriba Jane Lacy appears in "A History of Panola County, Texas, 1819-1978," published by the Panola County Historical Commission. Included was a photograph of Pheriba Jane Lacy, and a second of her son and daughter-in-law. "Pheriba Jane Rushing Lacy was born in Tennessee in 1833. [Texas] was considered a new country--way out west. Her oldest brother, after her father died, moved to Texas. He wrote about what a delightful place it was and that all that a home would cost would be to file on 160 acres of land, have it surveyed, and send the file notes to Austin and get a patent on it. The total cost would be $7.50. The family traveled down the Tennessee and Ohio Rivers by steamboat to get to the Mississippi and down this river to the Red River and to Shreveport. They went on to Texas by ox wagon. "After her husband died in 1876 she made a living for her son and stepchildren by running the hotel she and her husband had. The hotel was located on the Southeast corner of the square. It burned in 1884. Many colorful experiences were encountered in these early days. A heated argument between two half-drunk men in the dining room occurred and when they arose to settle it with drawn guns, Mrs. Lacy came between them with a hot pan of biscuits held RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 71 SIXTH GENERATION over her head. The other twenty men left in flight. She was a courageous woman. In the midst of the Civil War the Yankees invaded Carthage and food supplies that could be found. After Mrs. Lacy discovered they had taken a barrel of her sugar and a bale of her cotton and were ready to drive off in their wagon she got her shot gun after them and her goods were returned." [History of Panola County, Texas] An unproven oral tradition in the family of Pheriba's brother John Bateman Rushing is the Pheriba was first married to a Hendricks who was killed in the Civil War. There is no indication whether this marriage took place in Tennessee or Texas. In the household of B. B. Lacy in the 1870 census of Shelby Co., Texas, the children Alice, Mollie, and Charles are listed with the last name Hendrick. She married, first, Hendrick, before 1861. Children: i. Alice[7] Lacy. Born, circa 1861. Census: 1870, in Shelby Co., TX. She married J. S. Woodward. ii. Mollie Lacy. Born, circa 1863, in TX. Census: 1870, in Shelby Co., TX. She married Unknown Brown. 201 iii. Charles Darnell Lacy. She married, second, Benjamin Burton Lacy, circa 1866. Born, 18 Apr 1827, in AL. Died, 29 Jan 1876, in Carthage, Panola Co., TX. Benjamin Burton Lacy was born in Alabama. The date of his move to Texas is unknown. He served in the 12th Legislature of the State of Texas. 90. Tempy Alice[6] Rushing (Asa, 35). Born, 27 May 1835, in Perry Co., TN. Died, 22 May 1866. Burial in New Hope Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. She married Elijah W. Welch (119). 91. William Henry Hendricks[6] Rushing (Asa, 35). Born, 25 Aug 1837, in Perry Co., TN. Died, 2 Oct 1922, in Garrett Com., Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Farmer/Merchant. Prior to the Civil War, W. H. H. Rushing lived on his father's property on the south side of the Decaturville-Middleburg Road opposit Campground Church. During this time he was the best friend and drinking buddy of Leroy P. Moore who lived on the adjacent farm. The two seemed to have lived a carefree bachelor life. (Leroy P. Moore's store purchases during this period before his marriage consisted mostly of tobacco and whiskey.) W. H. H. Rushing in this period, in addition to farming, made staves which he took by river to New Orleans to sell. W. H. H. Rushing enlisted in the Confederate Army at Trenton, Tennessee, on September 1, 1861, and served in Company H, 31st Tennessee Infantry. In a 1922 state pension claim he notes that he was stationed at Island No. 10 for seven months. He notes that he was in the battles at Murfreesboro (Stones River), Shelbyville, Guys Gap, Chattanooga, Chickamauga, Missionary Ridge, Kenesaw Mountain, Jonesburough, Franklin, and Nashville. He was discharged RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 72 SIXTH GENERATION January 5, 1865, was paroled at Jackson, Tennessee, and walked home to Decatur County in May 1865. He notes, "I fared pretty well." He married Elizabeth A. Garrett, daughter of John Garrett and Jane (White?), 1 Jan 1871, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 10 Oct 1848, in Garrett Com., Decatur Co., TN. Died, 3 Mar 1925, in Garrett Com., Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Children: i. John W.[7] Rushing. Born, 3 Apr 1872, in Garrett Com., Decatur Co., TN. Died, 3 Apr 1872, in Garrett Com., Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. 205 ii. Nannie Rushing. 206 iii. Cora Mae Rushing. iv. William Greenberry D. Rushing. Born, 2 Oct 1880. Died, 1 Sep 1968. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. He married Esther Yarbro, daughter of John T. Yarbro and Bettie M., 8 Apr 1909, in Decatur Co., TN. v. Bettie Rushing. Born, 21 Aug 1884, in Garrett Com., Decatur Co., TN. Died, 18 Sep 1890, in Garrett Com., Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. 92. Elijah[6] Rushing (Asa, 35). Born, 27 Dec 1841, in Perry Co., TN. Died, 21 Mar 1916, in Shelby Co., TX. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1860, in Shelby Co., TX. Census: 1900, in Shelby Co., TX. Occupation: Merchant. Although Elijah is listed in the 1860 census in Shelby County, he seems to have returned to Tennessee before the start of the Civil War. He enlisted in the Confederate Army on September 26, 1861, at Camp Trenton, Trenton, Tennessee. He served as Sergeant in Company H, 31st Tennessee Infantry. This is the same unit as his brother W. H. H. Rushing served in. He was with the unit on May 12, 1862, near Shelbyville, Tennessee. On May 30, 1862, he is noted as having deserted from Corinth, Mississippi, with gun and other accoutrements. Elijah Rushing enlisted in the Union Army at Bethel, Tennessee, September 18, 1862. He was first in Company E, 6th Tenn. Cavalry. This is the same entry date as for several of his cousins. On December 15, 1862, he was transferred to Company G. He was wounded in the right leg at Clifton, Tennessee, February 20, 1864, but returned to his regiment April 1, 1864. In June 1865 he was stationed outside Pulaski, Tennessee. He mustered out of service July 26, 1865. His Union military record describes him as having a fair complexion and blue eyes. He married Cynthia L. Truitt, circa 1862. Born, May 1836. Died, 1926. Children: i. John J.[7] Rushing. Born, circa 1863, in TX. Census: 1880, in Shelby Co., TN. ii. Sarah A. Rushing. Born, circa 1867. Census: 1880, in Shelby Co., TX. 207 iii. Robert A. Rushing. iv. Susan E. Rushing. Born, circa 1871, in TX. Census: 1880, in Shelby Co., TX. v. William H. Rushing. Born, circa 1873. Census: 1880, in Shelby RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 73 SIXTH GENERATION Co., TX. vi. Edgar A. Rushing. Born, Apr 1877. Census: 1880, in Shelby Co., TX. Census: 1900, in Shelby Co., TX. Occupation: Physician. vii. Alford G./Alfred D. Rushing. Born, Apr 1877. Birth(2): circa 1800. Census: 1880, in Shelby Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Shelby Co., TN. Occupation: Salesman. 93. John Bateman[6] Rushing (Asa, 35). Born, 21 Apr 1845, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, 24 Apr 1936, in San Augustine Co, TX. Burial in Bethel Cem., Nacogdoches Co., TX. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1922, in Appleby, Nacogdoches Co., TX. Occupation: Farmer. John Bateman Rushing went to Texas from Decatur County, Tennessee, about 1858 when his oldest brother moved the family. He enlisted in the Confederate Army February 19, 1862, and was discharded at Hempstead, Texas, in 1865. He served in Company B and later Company H of the 11th Texas Infantry. He received Texas confederate pension #23177 and Texas confederate mortuary warrant #23424. The following is the text of a brief autobiography written by John Bateman Rushing: "Appleby, Texas, April 21, 1930 "This being my 85th birthday and my children having requested that I give them for scrap-book purposes and as a family memorial a sketch of my ancestors, as well as of my own life, also the lives of various people of pioneer days. I have decided to do so, or at least do the best I can in this regard. I was born in Decatur county, Tennessee, in the year 1845. My father, Asa Rushing, was born in Anson county, North Carolina, December 25, 1801. Grandfather Jason Rushing was also born in North Carolina, but the date is forgotten. My great-grandfather came from England in colonial days to a free country where he could worship God according to the dictates of his own conscience, and where there was none to molest or make afraid under their own vine and fig tree, so to speak. There were two brothers, Mark and Solomon. One of them was my paternal ancestor, but I do not know which one, but from the history that I have been able to gather on the subject, I am persuaded that it was Mark, because of the fact that there are several of that name in the Rushing family. The two men had sixteen children, thirty-two in all, and I believe mostly sons. Thus it may be seen that the Rushings had a fairly good start in an early day. My grandfather, Jason Rushing, had twelve children, seven sons and five daughters. My father, Asa Rushing, had ten children, four sons and six daughters. Of this large family, I am the youngest. I have in my own immediate family, seven children, four sons and three daughters. "I will first give a sketch of the early life of my father. He was married to Nancy G. Hendricks in 1825 and at that date Tennessee was considered a new country. It was way out west, so to speak, and so they decided to move there and build up with the country. My father had a good horse and a one-horse wagon. So the couple put all their earthly possessions in that wagon, hitched up and moved. It is a part of our family history that my mother did most of the driving, because the roads were very rough, thus through the vast wilderness they made their way to their new home. Others who traveled with them traveled in a similar way. In fact, in that day and time there were very few wagons. The country was thinly settled and land was cheap. Arriving in the locality where they decided to locate, they stopped, pitched camp and went to work. In the new country, they were happy beyond measure. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 74 SIXTH GENERATION "In this connection I will tell this story; a story that my dear mother used to tell me about her girlhood days. In that day there were no cotton gins. The only way to separate the seed from the lint was to pick the seed out with their fingers. The good housewives would then card the lint into rolls with the old fashioned hand cards, and spin it into thread on the old fashioned spinning wheel. Then warp it and harness it up in the old fashioned loom, and weave it into cloth. They would then cut out the garments and sew them together by hand. The custom to get the seed and lint separated was to give an old time party well mixed with work and fun. Some good mother would invite the young people to come together for that purpose. After the work was finished, they would spend the remainder of the night in fun and frolic. The first step taken was for the young men to select a girl, one each, as partners, to be in the work and in the fun. The hostess would then ask each youngster to slip off his left shoe and she would take it and fill it with cotton in the seed. The couple would have to pick out enough lint to fill the shoe before they could take part in the fun. The girl who had a partner with a number eleven shoe had a hard time. The social gatherings were sources of much pleasure in pioneer days. "My father and mother were charter members of New Hope church, the first Baptist church organized in that part of the country. My father died in 1850, leaving mother to care for the children. Her main thoughts were to plant in their hearts a christian spirit and this she did by precept and example. A few years after the death of my father, my oldest brother, Green Rushing, married and moved to Texas. He was so well pleased with the new country that he at once got busy writing to us in Tennessee what a delightful place it was and that all that a home would cost would be just to file on the 160 acres of land, have it surveyed and then send the field notes to Austin and get a patent to it. The total cost being seven dollars and fifty cents, and the best land could be bought for fifty cents an acre. So it just seemed to us that the honey pond and fritter tree was surely in Texas. "We loaded our household effects on a wagon and moved to Texas in 1857. We came down the Mississippi river in a steam boat, having traveled the same way down the Tennessee and Ohio rivers to get to the Mississippi river. We came down the Mississippi to the mouth of the Red river, and then up that river to Shreveport, then on ox wagons to Texas. This being the only way of transportation in pioneer days. We crossed the Sabine river at Logansport into Shelby county, and that county was my home until the Civil War. After crossing the Sabine river, and getting into the promised land, our attention was first attracted to the thinly settled condition of the country, it being several miles from one settlement to another. When we came to a house, it was just a small log house, often not having but one door, a stick and dirt chimney, and more often a dirt floor. The house was covered with long boards having rib poles to hold the boards on to keep the wind from blowing them off. Wild animals and birds were in abundance. One could often count fifteen to twenty deer in a bunch. There were wolves, some panthers, an occasional bear, plenty of wildcats and various other kinds of wild animals. The woods were full of turkeys, squirrels, quail and other game which made the matter of living very easy. The streams were full of fish of various kinds, and the woods were full of various kinds of snakes. We had no matches in those days and so when fire went out, we took a piece of flint and steel of some kind, piled a quantity of dry shavings mixed with powder and holding the flint in one hand, over the pile struck the flint with the piece of steel. The spark fell into the shavings and powder, and produced a flash which caught the shavings, and we had a fire. Most RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 75 SIXTH GENERATION boys and men always carried their flint and steel in their pockets. Hogs got fat in the woods on the mast. The creeks and branches had canebreaks on them, which made it easy for cattle to live on the open range winter and summer. We always had plenty of meat, but had no cans in which to place the lard. We raised large gourds. Some of these gourds would hold half a bushel of shelled corn. We let these great gourds dry, then cleaned them, and used them for various purposes. We used smaller gourds for drinking purposes. In those days we had no free schools, nor public money. The school houses were few and far apart, and when you came to one, it was just a plain little log house like those in which the people lived. It had puncheon floor, if any floor at all, the puncheon floor being made of logs split half and half, laid flat side up, which was smoothed down with a broadaxe and footadze. The same kind of log was used for seats, turned flat side up with two holes forced in each end, into which long pegs were inserted and which answered the purpose of logs. The benches had no backs. The school house had one door, and it was in the side of the house, and on the opposite side a crooked log was so placed as to make a window or opening for light. A slab was used for a writing table. This was the school outfit we had in the good old days. There were no penpoints or pencils. We wrote with goose quill pens and the teacher was supposed to know how to make these pens. The teacher always carried his chair with him, and if any of the pupils wanted to know about a word or anything, they would have to walk across the house and ask him. Most teachers had a long switch handy, and if the pupils did not obey him, he would not hesitate to use it. If he caught any of the pupils acting contrary to the rules, he would pitch the switch to them, and make them bring it to him, and they either got a good lecture, or a licking. I have often seen as many as six or seven bringing the switch to the teacher. During these exciting times, the school was at ease. The teacher required the pupils to spell out loud while they were getting their lessons. If they should calm down he would rap the floor and say 'Spell Out,' and if that did not get a move on them, he would say 'Louder, Louder,' with a vim in his voice. On a calm day one could hear the school spelling half a mile away. Often on our way to school we would have to shy around wild cattle or hogs. Children had to walk from one to five miles to school in the old days. If anyone should happen to pass by the school and holler 'School butter,' every boy and sometimes the teacher, would just drop everything and take after him and catch him, and them make him treat or take a ducking in the creek. It was the rule on the last day of school if anybody could get to the school before the teacher got there in the morning, to shut the door and bar the teacher out, unless he would agree to treat the school. If the teacher refused the boys just picked him up and started to the creek to give him a ducking. Sometimes he would contend that he would not treat, but when they came to the water he would generally agree to treat. As a rule, the teacher, on the last day would always treat the school, and he always kept order until the hour for treating came. He would then say the children were under their parents and he expected them to take control. I regret to say it, but in those days whiskey was drunk in public and sold at many places. Sometimes young men would drink too much and the sober boys would take candy. If any misunderstanding or fights came up the parents were expected to take control as they were always present at the jollifications. The old Blue Back Speller, Kirkham's Grammar, Smiley's Arithmetic and McGuffey's Readers were the principle books used in pioneer school days. The only way to get lumber was to saw it by hand, using what is known, or was known, as a whipsaw. Just cut a log about eight feet in length, roll one end in a sort of frame, RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 76 SIXTH GENERATION then begin to saw it. It took two men all day to saw off only a few planks. Later on, the old fashioned water mill saw outfit was installed, using the sash saw running up and down. The first steam sawmill erected in Nacogdoches county was put up in the Fifties. It was brought out from Shreveport on ox wagons. I saw it as it passed through Shelby county. We had no oil lamps to make us lights. We had grease lamps made out of clay, also tallow candles and torch lights. A buggy was as wonderful to use in those days as an airplane is to us in these modern days. Ox wagons, carts and slides were our different methods of transportation, and there only a few horse wagons in use. Riding horseback was the most common method of traveling from place to place. In those days the girls could all ride horseback and in this way the young people always took their pleasure. We raised corn, cotton, oats and some wheat. There were no threshers to thresh the wheat, and the only way to thresh it was to place it in a clean spot and beat it out with flails. Sometimes we would pile it in a circle on the ground and trample it out with horses. We would take pitchforks and turn it over until it was all beaten out. Then we would take the straw off and fan it with sheets. One man would take a half bushel of the grain and stand on a box and two men with a sheet, one at each end could fan, and thus separate the chaff from the grain. The women would then take the wheat and wash and dry it, and it was then ready for the mill. The miller would grind it and run it through a hand-bolting chest. The flour would come out first, the shorts next and the bran last. These were the good old times we hear people talk about. "The women wore cotton homespun dresses and home-made bonnets. The men wore dark dyed pants and straw or wool hats. The rich men had bee-gum hats, but the girls in their home spun dresses looked just as sweet as they do now with all the artificial work and paint, and starch and powder that they can put on. We all wore home made shoes. We tanned our leather in troughs and made the shoes at home. One pair each year was all the shoes a child got. When we went to church we rode horseback, went in ox-carts, or walked. I can say with all my heart that the old pioneer preacher always had a message worth while, for his congregation. As a rule he always had good attention. There was not a cook stove in all the country. Our mothers used the old pot-rack that hung in the chimney. They hung the pot on it and then built the fire under it. The old skillet, the oven, and the frying pan were the main cooking utensils. We had the johnycake in the ashes which was a great rarity. There were only a few mills in the country and often we would have to go twenty miles to mill and even then have to let the corn stay there two weeks in order to get it ground into meal. So it happened that in order to get meal, we would sometimes have to use the 'gritter,' as it was called. We just soaked the corn in water so it would not come off the cob so easy while being gritted, as it was called. Sometimes we would borrow meal from a neighbor and when people lived as near to each other as eight miles away, they were neighbors. When building or raising our houses, log houses, we would ask hands to help us, who lived as far as eight miles away. Many of the settlers would have to go fifteen miles to mail their letters, or to get the mail. "We now come to my early manhood and the war between the states. The war started in 1861 and the boys began to enlist in several of the companies. So I was enthused and desired to join the army of the Confederacy. On the 28th day of January, 1862, I enlisted as a volunteer at old Buena Vista, in Shelby county, in Captain Amerson's company, and was sworn into service by O.M. Roberts, he being our colonel. We were sworn in for twelve months, but in July we were re-organized and sworn in for three years, or during the war. At that RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 77 SIXTH GENERATION time, A.B. Johnston was elected our captain. We were in Roberts' regiment, Randle's Brigade and Walker's Division. We were known as 'Walker's Greyhounds' on account of the many long, forced marches we had to take. Our military service was confined to the territory west of the Mississippi River, and called the Trans-Mississippi Department, and after the Confederate states were cut asunder by the gunboats taking possession of the Mississippi River, General E. Kirby Smith became head of the Trans-Mississippi Department, subject to the orders of President Jeff Davis, of the Confederacy. Shreveport was headquarters for this department. We had many hardships of various kinds. We had no tents for shelter. We just had to take all kinds of weather as it came, rain, hail, sleet or snow, storm or sunshine. Our only house was what we called a 'Doghouse,' just tie strings to the four corners of, and the middle of, a blanket, stretch it over a pole, tuck it to the ground, then dig a ditch around it with a butcher knife. Two men could get on their knees, crawl in and sleep as snug as two rats. Our battles in the Civil war, west of the Mississippi River, were all fought in the open field. Our mothers and sisters at home furnished with what clothes and blankets we used. The sutler, as we called him, would make trips at different times in a wagon from our homes to where we were camped and it might be in Louisiana, or Arkansas, or even in Missouri, he would come to us just the same. We were always glad to see him, for in addition to the blankets and clothes he also brought the dear sweet letters from home and the loved ones. During all these hardships I was not sick a single day, and never took a dose of medicine during the war. One of my brothers was severely wounded at the battle of Pleasant Hill, and I was detailed to go to the hospital at Mansfield and nurse and wait on him, and other wounded soldiers. I stayed there forty-seven days. The only time I was absent from the command during the war. After Lee surrendered on April 9, 1865, we were marched to Texas and were disbanded at Hempstead, about May 20, 1865. We then returned to our dilapidated homes to meet our loved ones. We had lost the cause for which we had fought and suffered so much. We were an over-powered people, and had to submit to the victors. However, in the face of all this, we were glad the war was over, and that we were at home again. So we just started life over again as from the start. Everything was torn up and run down. There was no money in the country. Foodstuff and plow tools were awfully scarce. We had to patch old implements and get along the best way we could. Many of us would plow all day, then bell or hobble our horse, or horses, and turn them out to grass. Next morning we would listen to hear the bell, then go and drive the horse up, hitch him to the plow and work again all day as before. I used to work for the blacksmith in order to get my plow fixed, and for the shoemaker to get my shoes. From the time I came home until my crop was harvested in the autumn I had only $1.50 and my mother gave me the money I had. I made a good crop. Cotton brought a good price and when I sold it the man who bought it paid me in gold. It was the prettiest money I have ever seen, or ever expect to see again. It was all my own, for I had done without the things that I had needed so badly and I want to say just here that my experience that year taught me a great lesson, and that was to do without things until I was able to pay for them in the autumn, and through my long life, I have never contracted for anything more than I could pay for at harvest time. Everybody seemed to be happy after so many hardships, from a religious and neighborly point of view, but from a political viewpoint everything was hard and disagreeable. As a conquered people, we were not considered as citizens. We were disfranchised and placed under military law. A company of federal soldiers were stationed at each county RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 78 SIXTH GENERATION seat to keep order. At one time there was but one citizen officer in Nacogdoches county. Nobody was able to qualify for a long time. Young people wanting to get married had to go to some other county that was fortunate enough to have a man to get qualified for county clerk. Reconstruction days were so hard we could not vote and elect our officers. The federal government appointed them for us, out of what we called 'scalawags' and 'carpetbaggers.' It was to relieve this intolerable situation that the Ku Klux sprang into existence and ultimately put the scalawags out of the country, even to our governor, who was E. J. Davis. In order to become citizens again, we began to take certain oaths. The last one was called the iron clad, or amnesty oath. I did not see how we could swallow such a big one, but others swallowed it and so did I. After this we were allowed to vote again, but at the same time, federal officers stood at the polls with six-shooters and shotguns to watch us vote and disqualify us if we had not fully complied with all the ironclad requirements. By and by the federal officers gave way to the civil authorities and state government. Then we had real peace, more enduring and more satisfactory. During these trying times our schools had all run down for want of money. Teachers were scarce and salaries small. Teachers taught without a certificate and salaries so small that men who were qualified for teaching could not afford to do so. The consequence was that boys and girls who grew up during this period had a very poor opportunity to get an education. Under such circumstances I gave up the idea of trying to get an education and began to plan for future life. I decided to be a farmer and in order to do this I must have a home. So I began to look around and hunt for a girl that would accept my proposition. I was lucky enough, for it seemed to me that I found the identical girl for which I was looking, and to her I made known my plans and proposition. She accepted them, and so on December 4, 1867 was happily married to Miss Sallie Stack at Shady Grove in Nacogdoches county, Texas. The ceremony was said by Rev. Joe S. Lambert, a pioneer Baptist preacher. So the real work of a lifetime had started. At that time lumber was so scarce and had to be hauled so far that it well nigh impossible to get enough with which to build a house. We bought a piece of land and laid our plans, and these plans called for a log house. We went to the woods and pitched into cutting the logs. We split the logs for the walls and hewed them, making a smooth surface or face. Then we covered the house with boards which were 'rived,' or split near at hand with an old fashioned froe. Long ceiling boards were split for lining the cracks. Then we hewed out puncheons for the floor. These puncheons were smoothed with a footadze so the floor was as smooth as a plank floor. The door shutters had wooden hinges. So the house was finished and not a foot of lumber was used. At that time, it was some distance to a house, and at night we could hear the howl of wolves and an occasional scream of a panther, but they did not worry us nor mar our happiness in the least, for we were in our own home and it was our castle. The first meal in our new home was dinner. I was bury in the yard when wife came and said dinner was ready. She had prepared the best dinner she could for the occasion. The table cloth was as white as snow. The knives, forks and spoons were perfectly bright. My plate was at one end of the table and her plate was at the other end. We took our seats and now comes the first step in a Christian home. She looked across the table with a reverential and Godly smile and said, 'Please return thanks.' I asked to be excused for I felt so unworthy, for I was not a professed Christian. She was. I did feel so thankful for her and the home, and the meal she had prepared with her own sweet hands. So it put new thoughts in my mind and heart. I remembered my mother's faithfulness as a RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 79 SIXTH GENERATION Christian soldier and how her home was always open to the preachers and others, and how the preacher would lay his hand on my head and speak kind, good words to me hoping I would grow up to manhood and make a good and useful man, like bread cast upon the water, to be gathered up after many days. So these thoughts and many others came to me and seemed to say 'Yes, now is the time,' and the harvest is ripe. I could see myself just like God seeing me. So I began to yield. So home building was our first thought. We began to read the Bible a great deal, and to talk about religion and go to church, and think and pray. But in the face of all this I felt so unworthy that I was persuaded in my own mind to wait longer and get better. So I waited and waited for more than a year trying to get good, but all my efforts were failures. At least all hope seemed to be lost. So one day I took my old shotgun and told my wife I was going down on the creek hunting. But my mind was bent on more serious business. I was hunting for the Lord. At last when far down in the creek bottom, I just stopped and submitted my case to the Lord saying, 'yes, Lord I am lost. And it is just but lost or saved, live or die, sink or swim, take me just as I am. I give to thee my heart, my life, my soul, mind and strength, as a living sacrifice unto thee. I will serve thee and thee alone, the balance of my life.' So sweet peace came to my soul and I arose from the place with a new life, a new heart and a new tongue with peace and joy ringing in my soul and from that moment to this, my life has been given to the Lord. So on the following Saturday I went to old Hopewell Church at Cross Roads, which was the fourth day of December, 1870, told the story of the cross and was received for baptism, and was baptized on Sunday the 5th. So the real Christian home was set up and a family altar erected. We thought of Abraham when he first came to the Promised Land. His first step was to erect an altar to the Lord. Our early life and pioneer days now comes to a close. "Hard times are not entirely gone, but the country is in better shape than it was years ago. Improvements of various kinds are showing up. But at the close of the period just mentioned, our family life had just begun, for our home had been blessed with a dear little son, and we felt the great responsibility that rested on us. As the years passed seven children came to bless our home, four boys and three girls. First, we wanted to keep the home lights burning. We wanted to set precept and good example, spiritually speaking before them, and raise them in the way that they should go, so when older they would not depart from it., and then to educate them for the work of life as best we could. We felt so thankful that the Lord had blessed us so much during all these long years. We lived to see them all grown, and become Christians, and all of them married to good, Christian companions, all established in business, and in homes of their own. The boys all holding diplomas in their profession. So as the years went on, these children passed out from the parental roof, and wife and I were left at home alone. The work of life seemed to be finished and now the children began to look after us. Then the shadow of sorrow came. The mother's health began to fail, and so we concluded to sell the dear old home where we had lived for more than forty years, and raised our dear children, where we had experienced so many joys, and the trials incident to pioneer life, but our greatest trial was when dear mother's health began to give way. So we moved to Appleby, where she could have better medical attention, and be handier to the children, but in spite of all that mortal hands and loving hearts could do, the dear wife and mother gradually grew weaker, but her constitution was so strong that she held up for ten years, and at last on the 25th day of February, 1919, quietly went to sleep. Her gentle RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 80 SIXTH GENERATION spirit passing on to the glory world. All the children were present when the end came, and so this was the saddest day of our lives, but the Lord's will be done, and we must all be submissive to that great Power above. We all felt so thankful for the good care of the doctors, friends and neighbors, for their love and sympathy in our trouble and sorrow. "We now wish to revert back to the pioneer days at Shady Grove. I will first name some of the settlers and the place on which they lived. Alfred Wallace built on what is now known as the old Rushing place, 200 yards south of the present cemetery, at a spring, in the year 1839. Tim Fuller, Bill Arnold, and others lived there. James Walling settled on what was known as the Felix Shirley place. William Summers, Davis King and Claiborne Weaver, preceded Shirley. John Reid settled the place where George Strahan now lives, in the year 1845. Larkin Chapman lived there for many years. James Bradshaw settled just in front of where Mrs. Layton now lives, about the year 1845. William Stone settled on the creek bank northeast of where Dave Strahan now lives in the year 1842. Brimbery, Malone and Stewart lived there about the same date. Old grandfather Strahan lived on what is now known as the Shadden place, Elijah Stack came about the year 1842. A little log house was built in what is now the yard of the Rushing place. In this little house was heard the first sermon ever preached in Shady Grove settlement. The first school was taught in that house. The writer is indebted to his old time friend Sam Reid, for these dates, as Mr. Reid lived in the Shady Grove community since 1845. In 1847, William Summers gave a deed to a small parcel of land to the community to be used for church and school grounds. A little log house was built and a Methodist church organized shortly afterward, I think in 1847. "We now come to the date of our own observation. I first visited Shady Grove community in 1866, and will mention some of those that were living there at that time: Rev. J. R. Cox, John Strahan, Claborn Weaver, Larkin Chatman, Bill Tynes, Sam Reid, Eleck Reid, Dave Strahan, Nancy Strahan, John L. Thrift, Bill Duke, Rev. Louis Chandler, James H. Green, Frank Inghram, Mrs. Gaughf, Mrs. Ross, and just a little later two boys got married and became permanent citizens, they were J. S. Day and J. B. Rushing. As the years passed by many others moved in. Those were reconstruction days just after the Civil War. At that time there was trouble and confusion concerning the Carpetbaggers and Scalawags, but later this trouble all passed away and everybody seemed to be happy. For more than forty years not a single case came before the Courts from this Community. "A Methodist Church was organized there in about 1847. A Baptist Church was organized in 1888, and in 1889 a Union house was built and the two churches worshipped in the same house dividing the time equally, each having his own time. The two worked peaceably together helping each other in their revival meetings. Brotherly love surely did exist there. More Preachers, School Teachers, Doctors, Lawyers, and other business boys and girls have gone out from this community than any other in the county. God has surely blessed the good old community. I have been away from there for twenty years and improvements have been made. But when I go back there I can look back with pleasure and remember the merry happy days and hours I have spent there in the services of the Lord and especially the great revivals we had during those years when God so gloriously saved our children. "I will now give a more complete record of my ancestors. My Great Grandfather Rushing was born in England, date not known. Grandfather Jason Rushing and Grandmother Alice Rushing were born in Anson county North Carolina RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 81 SIXTH GENERATION the dates forgotten. My uncles and aunts as follows: Malica Rushing born June 5th, 1798, Lucie Rushing born March 3, 1880, Asa Rushing born December 25th, 1801, Nancy Rushing born October 8th, 1803, Joel Rushing born September 5th, 1805, Mary Rushing born February 7th, 1808, Matilda Rushing born December 14, 1809, Barsheba Rushing born March 3, 1812, W. G. Rushing born January 18, 1814, Abel Rushing born February 6, 1816, G. B. Rushing born August 5, 1818, Elijah Rushing born September 8, 1820. "My father's family as follows: Asa Rushing, born December 25, 1801, Mother, Nancy G. Rushing born March 2, 1803. Asa Rushing and Nancy G. Hendrick were married December 1st, 1825. The children are as follows: Green Berry Rushing born August 22, 1826, Elizabeth C. Rushing born February 18, 1828. Sallie E. Rushing born September 15, 1829, Mary Ann Rushing born September 21, 1831, Pheriba Jane Rushing born July 31, 1833, Tempy Alice Rushing born Mary 27, 1835, William Henry Rushing born August 5, 1837, Rosana M. Rushing born September 23, 1839, Elijah J. Rushing born December 27, 1841, John Bateman Rushing born April 21, 1845. The deaths of brothers and sisters are as follows: G. B. Rushing died November 20, 1905, Elizabeth C. Deese died March 17, 1911, Sallie Elender Rushing died in 1847, Mary Ann Emerson died in 1857, Jane Lacy died May 14, 1919, Tempy Alice Welch died May 22, 1866, W. H. Rushing died October 12, 1922, Rosanna M. Robertson died in 1893, E. J. Rushing died March 21, 1916. J. B. Rushing still living this the 21st of June 1930. "My father died October 15, 1851, a victim of the Flu. Mother died April 22, 1875 from a stroke of paralysis. My personal family are as follows: W. H. Rushing born February 10, 1869, and was married to Miss Nannie K. Bryan June 3, 1900. Nettie Rushing born December 25, 1870 and was married to D. L. Campbell December 2, 1886. Allie Rushing was born May the 18th, 1874, and married M. S. Dale October 17, 1890. Tennessee Rushing was born September 21, 1876 and married to R. C. White November 27, 1898. J. G. Rushing was born September 22, 1879 was married to Miss Jim Gholston June 12, 1906. A. E. Rushing was born August 3, 1882 and married to Miss Kate Tower October 22, 1908. A. O. Rushing born April 5, 1885 was married to Miss Lelah V. Gunn July 29, 1915. "Deaths in the family are as follows: Mother Rushing died Feb. 25, 1910, age 69 years and 15 days, J. G. Rushing died Jan. 25, 1921, age 41 years 4 months 3 days. A. O. Rushing, Jr. Grandson of J. B. Rushing born Aug. 5, 1922, died Jan. 9, 1928. R. C. White died Dec. 26, 1927, age 58 years lacking one day. M. S. Dale died December 30, 1929 age 60 years three months and 8 days. "I will now say the Hendricks on my mother's side of the family were of German decent and came to this country in former days. They were large in body with big heads and feet. I will close this history by saying May God Bless You All, is my Prayer." He married Sarah (Sallie) Stack, 5 Dec 1867. Born, 10 Feb 1850. Died, 25 Feb 1915. Burial in Bethel Cem., Nacogdoches Co., TX. Children: i. William H.[7] Rushing. Born, 10 Feb 1869, in Nacogdoches Co., TX. He married Nannie K. Bryan, 3 Jun 1900. ii. Nettie Francis Rushing. Born, 25 Dec 1870, in Nacogdoches Co., TX. She married David Lee Campbell, son of William Barney Campbell and Mary Ann Power, 2 Dec 1886. Mar License, 29 Nov 1866, in Nacogdoches Co., TX. iii. Allie Rushing. Born, 18 May 1874, in Nacogdoches Co., TX. Died, 4 Apr 1964. Burial in Bethel Cem., Nacogdoches Co., TX. She RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 82 SIXTH GENERATION married Marcus Stanley (Dick) Dale, 17 Oct 1890. Mar License, 16 Oct 1890, in Nccogdoches Co., TN. iv. Tennesee/Sarah Rushing. Born, 21 Sep 1876, in Nacogdoches Co., TX. She married R. C. White, 27 Nov 1898. v. John G. Rushing. Born, 22 Sep 1879, in Nacogdoches Co., TX. Died, 25 Jan 1921. He married Jim Gholston. vi. Asa E. Rushing. Born, 3 Aug 1882. Census: 1900, in Nacogdoches Co., TX. He married Kate Tower, 22 Oct 1908. vii. Alonzo O. Rushing. Born, 5 Apr 1885. Census: 1900, in Nacogdoches Co., TX. He married Lelah V. Gunn, 29 Jul 1915. 94. Mary Ann[6] Rushing (Joel, 36). Born, 4 Jan 1833, in Anson Co., NC. Died, 13 May 1878, in Garrett Com., Decatur Co., TN. Burial in New Hope Cem., Decatur Co., TN. She married Leroy P. Moore, son of Jesse Moore and Margaret (Peggy) Denton, 21 Jun 1861, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Born, 27 May 1830, in Cedar Creek, Perry Co., TN. Died, 21 May 1887, in Garrett Com., Decatur Co., TN. Burial in New Hope Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Farmer. Children: 208 i. William Garrett[7] Moore. ii. John P. Moore. Born, 1 Apr 1864, in Garrett Com., Decatur Co., TN. Died, 16 Apr 1864, in Garrett Com., Decatur Co., TN. Burial in New Hope Cem., Decatur Co., TN. iii. James Greenberry Moore. Born, 21 Jul 1865, in Garrett Com., Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 18 May 1918, in Greer Co., OK. Resided: Apr 1929, in Tucson, Pima Co., AZ. 209 iv. Margaret Gilpha Moore. v. Jesse Franklin Moore. Born, 12 Aug 1870, in Garrett Com., Decatur Co., TN. Died, Nov 1955, in Bakersfield, Kern Co., CA. Resided: 1909, in Green Co., OK. Resided: 1929, in Tucson, Pima Co., AZ. Occupation: Farmer. He married Marion. vi. Leroy Granville Moore. Born, 29 Dec 1872, in Garrett Com., Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1913, in Wichita Co., TX. He married Kathryn. vii. Eligah Simpson Moore. Born, 29 Aug 1876, in Garrett Com., Decatur Co., TN. Resided: May 1918, in Greer Co., OK. Resided: Apr 1929, in Tucson, Pima Co., AZ. Resided in Bakersfield, Kern Co., CA. Occupation: Farmer. 95. Matilda Elizabeth[6] Rushing (Joel, 36). Born, 6 Jul 1835, in Anson Co., NC. Died, 14 Feb 1917, in Madison Co., TN?. Burial in L. F. Davis Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. She received Tennessee Confederate veterans widow's pension no. 1536. She married Louis Franklin Davis, son of Louis/Lewis Davis and Sarah E. Taylor, 1856, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 7 Dec 1833, in Perry Co., TN. Died, 27 Aug 1902, in Decatur Co., TN. Burial in L. F. Davis Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. Children: RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 83 SIXTH GENERATION 210 i. Green B.[7] Davis. 211 ii. Elizabeth (Eliza) Jane Davis. iii. Cora Mae Davis. Born, 15 Aug 1859. Died, 25 Aug 1939. Burial in L. F. Davis Cem., Decatur Co., TN. She married Thomas Turner. 212 iv. Mollie (Mary) Rebecca Davis. v. Carb ? Davis. Born, circa 1870. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. vi. Margaret Zelphia Davis. Born, 1871. Died, 1875. Burial in L. F. Davis Cem., Decatur Co., TN. 96. William T.[6] Rushing (Joel, 36). Born, circa 1838, in Anson Co., NC. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1902, in Roxton, Lamar Co., TX. Resided: 1906, in Bailey Co., TX. Occupation: Farmer. William T. Rushing enlisted in the Confederate Army at Trenton, Tennessee, on September 26, 1861. He served in Company H, 31st Tennessee Infantry. His age at enlistment is given as 25 and he enlisted for a period of 12 months. He was stationed for seven months at Island No. 10 on the Mississippi River. He was promoted from 3 Corporal to 3rd Sergeant on May 8, 1862. He was on the company Muster Roll May 12, 1863, at Shelbyville, Tennessee. Company H records show he deserted at Tullahoma, Tennessee, no date given. He married Martha Veal (78). Children: i. John G.[7] Rushing. Born, 27 Oct 1869. Died, 4 May 1885. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN. ii. Jason W. Rushing. Born, circa 1872, in TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1902, in TX. iii. William Fieldon Rushing. Born, circa 1875, in TN. Resided: circa 1964, in Abilene, Taylor Co., TX. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1967, in Clyde, Callahan Co., TX. In the 1900 Census of Decatur Co., TN, he is in the household of Fayette Veal. He may be the William Rushing in fannin Co., TX, in 1900. 171 iv. Anna (Roxyanna) Rushing. 97. Eliza[6] Rushing (Joel, 36). Born, circa 1843, in Anson Co., NC. She married Henry Veal (77). 98. Edgar Davin[6] Rushing (Joel, 36). Born, 17 Aug 1845. Died, 8 Jun 1916, in Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Bear Creek Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Madison Co., TN. He married Emurinth (Amaranth) (Emma) J. Welch (202). License, 3 Jan 1870, in Decatur Co., TN. Children: 213 i. Leora J.[7] Rushing. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 84 SIXTH GENERATION 214 ii. Alice M. N. Rushing. 215 iii. Virginia (Jennie) B. Rushing. iv. John Bud Rushing. Born, circa 1879. Died, before 1959. Census: 1880, in Madison Co., TN. Census: 1920, in Decatur Co., TN. v. Walter E. Rushing. Born, 17 Aug 1881. Died, 5 Jan 1947. Burial in Bear Creek Cem., Decatur Co., TN. He married Rebecca A. Keen, daughter of Thomas J. (Tom) Evans and Lovie Ann Hays, 5 Dec 1920, in Decatur Co., TN. 216 vi. Lewis Jeff Rushing. 217 vii. Luther F. Rushing. 218 viii. W. Clyde Rushing. ix. Levesta Rushing. Born, circa 1895. Died, before 1959. Census: 1910, in Decatur Co., TN. She married Link Eads, 11 Jul 1914, in Henderson Co., TN. x. Emily Rushing. Died, before 1917. She married Add Harrison Hays, son of Zachary Taylor Hays and Elizabeth Gilbert, 23 Feb 1910, in Decatur Co., TN. 99. Green B.[6] Rushing (Joel, 36). Born, 1849, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, 1907, in Madison Co., TN. Burial in Browns Meth. C., Madison Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. He married, first, Laura Louise Williams, 15 Jan 1873, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, circa 1856. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. Children: i. Flaura J.[7] Rushing. Died, 1870. Burial in New Hope Cem., Decatur Co., TN. 219 ii. Alice L. Rushing. 220 iii. Granville L. Rushing. He married, second, Mary Clementine Hendrix, daughter of A. K. Hendricks and Matilda, 18 Dec 1884, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, Dec 1850, in TN. Died, before 1950. Birth(2): 1853, in GA. Census: 1900, in Henderson Co., TN. Children: iv. Felix W. Rushing. Born, May 1886. Died, 1915. Burial in Browns Meth. C., Madison Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Henderson Co., TN. This may be the Philix Rushing in Lauderdale Co., TN, in the 1920 census with wife Lexie (25) and children Henry (6) and Mary (3-1/4). v. Preston W. Rushing. Born, 8 Oct 1887. Died, Jun 1970, in Jackson, Madison Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1910, in Madison Co., TN. In the 1910 census Preston Rushing is boarding with Lamera J. Bray in Jackson. In 1920 he is a roomer with Jake Reed in Jackson. 100. Asa T.[6] Rushing (William Gulledge, 37). Born, circa 1849, in TN. Census: 1850, in Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1860, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 85 SIXTH GENERATION 1900, in Shelby Co., TX. He married Tennessee, circa 1876. Born, circa 1863. Census: 1900, in Shelby Co., TX. Children: i. Mina[7] Rushing. Born, 1884. Census: 1900, in Shelby Co., TX. ii. Lovace Rushing. Born, Jun 1891. Census: 1900, in Shelby Co., TX. iii. Pauline Rushing. Born, 1894. Census: 1900, in Shelby Co., TX. 101. Abraham Franklin[6] Rushing (Alfred, 39). Born, 10 Feb 1843, in IL. Died, circa 1890, in Saline Co., IL. Burial in Saline Co., IL. Census: 1860, in Johnson Co., IL. He married Isabell Reed, daughter of Johnson Reed and Elizabeth Randolph, 14 May 1871, in Mitchellville, Saline Co., IL. Born, 28 Apr 1852. Died, 9 Oct 1910, in Mitchellville, Saline Co., IL. Burial in Carrier Mills, Saline Co., IL. Children: 221 i. James Walter[7] Rushing. ii. Alfred Johnston Rushing. Born, 14 May 1874, in Mitchellville, Saline Co., TN. Died, 25 Dec 1945, in Carrier Mills, Saline Co., IL. Burial in Carrier Mills, Saline Co., IL. He married Celia Ann Hill. 102. Thomas[6] Rushing (Larkin, 40). Born, circa 1824, in TN. Census: 1850, in McNairy Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Comanche Co., TX. He married Roselinda. Born, circa 1828. Census: 1850, in McNairy Co., TN. Children: i. Nancy[7] Rushing. Born, circa 1847, in TN. Census: 1850, in McNairy Co., TN. ii. Elizabeth Rushing. Born, circa 1850, in TN. Census: 1850, in McNairy Co., TN. 103. Nancy G.[6] White (Daniel, 41). Born, 8 Jun 1820. Died, 24 May 1904. Burial in Mt. Lebanon Cem., Decatur Co., TN. She married John Wesley Fisher, son of Sylvaneous Fisher and Nancy Yarbrough (Yarbro), 6 Apr 1837. Born, 6 Dec 1816, in Buncombe Co., NC. Died, 16 Feb 1906, in Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Mt. Lebanon Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Minister. The following is said to have been written by the Rev. John W. Fisher. The original document was owned circa 1972 by Latham Blount, Decaturville, Tennessee: "I was born December 6, 1866 on the road in Buncombe Co., NC while my parents were on the way to Bedford Co., Tennessee. Am now in my 89th year. We lived in Bedford Co., three years and went to Lost Creek in what was then Perry RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 86 SIXTH GENERATION Co., Tennessee but is now Decatur County. We went from there to Phillips Co., Arkansas, in about 1821 and stayed there one year. Then came back to Lost Creek and have lived in this neighborhood ever since. I professed religion in 1823 and joined the Methodist church. I was licensed to exhort in 1840 and licensed to preach in 1845 at OId Center Camp Ground. My first sermon was preached from the text "I Am Now Ready to be Offered," (2 Tim: 4-6). I was ordained Deacon by Bishop Capers at Trenton, Tennessee in 1850, and was ordained Elder by Bishop payne at Paducah, Kentucky, in 1867. "I was married April 6, 1837 to Nancy G. White and we lived together until she departed this life May 23, 1904. To us were born eleven children, seven who preceded her to the good world. I am now very delicate and don't expect it to be long before I will go to meet the loved ones who have gone before me. I've had a great many to tell me that I was the instrument to God's hand opf their conversion and many of then have already gone home and will be there to meet me when I go. My address is Decaturville, Tennessee, R.F.D." [The Fisher Scrap Book 1730-1972] Children: i. Milton Brown[7] Fisher. Born, circa 1846. Died, 17 Jan 1938, in Dennison, Grayson Co., TX. Burial in Grand Saline, Van Zant Co., TX. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1933, in TX. He married Tennessee Yarbro, 13 Aug 1869, in Decatur Co., TN. Milton B. Fisher died from a stroke. 222 ii. Ellen Hetty Ann Fisher. 223 iii. Mary Fisher. 224 iv. Martha Fisher. v. Other Children. John Wesley Fisher and his wife Nancy had 11 children. Three were stillborn. Four died as children: Evelyn (age 9), Thomas Jefferson (2 days), Nancy Green (age 2), and John B. (age 12). 104. Albert[6] White (Reuben R., 43). Born, 18 Oct 1814, in NC. Died, 15 Mar 1885. Burial in Ebenezer Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Henderson Co., TN. Occupation: Farmer. One source lists Albert White as a son of Henry White and Hannah Rushing. Based on age and location, he seems more likely to have been a son of Reuben White. In the 1850 census Albert White is living in Decaturville (household #57) near William H. Morgan (#58), Nicholas D. White (#59), and Ruben White (#61). In the 1860 census Albert is still in Decatur County but in 1870 and 1880 he appears in the Scotts Hill area of Henderson County. The family of Albert White is interpreted in this database by assigning Martha A. White in the 1850 census as Albert White's second wife and all the younger Whites in the 1850 census as children of the first marriage. Children listed in the 1870 and 1880 censes are assigned to the second marriage. This grouping is proven in the records of settling the estate of Enoch Deason Rushing in Sumter Co., AL, in the 1850s. He married, first, Martha Rushing (85), circa 1834. Children: 192 i. Richmond/Richard A.[6] White. 193 ii. William Egbert (Egg) White. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 87 SIXTH GENERATION 194 iii. Emily/Emeline J. White. iv. Nancy E. White. Born, 17 Mar 1839. Died, 30 Mar 1928. Burial in Ebenezer Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. 195 v. James T. White. 196 vi. Haywood W. (Wood) White. 197 vii. Martha B. White. viii. Sarah Ann (Sally) White. Born, circa 1845. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. 198 ix. Melvina White. He married, second, Martha A. (Morgan?), circa 1850. Born, 12 Apr 1831. Died, 13 Nov 1877. Burial in Ebenezer Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. Martha A. White appears to have been a second wife of Albert White. She may have died shortly after the 1870 census. She might be a Morgan. In 1850 Albert White is living adjacent to William H. Morgan, and there is a John G. Morgan living in Albert White's household. Children: 225 x. Gabriel White. xi. John W. White. Born, circa 1854. Birth(2): circa 1858. Census: 1860, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Henderson Co., TN. xii. Ledorye Austina White. Born, 18 Oct 1857. Died, 12 Mar 1897. Burial in Ebenezer Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1870, in Henderson Co., TN. She married L. A. Helms. xiii. Gerusha Thomas White. Born, circa 1861. Died, 1942. Burial in Methodist Cem., Scotts Hill, Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1870, in Henderson Co., TN. He married M. Melissia. xiv. Alice R. White. Born, circa 1863. Census: 1870, in Henderson Co., TN. xv. Mary/Molly White. Born, circa 1865. Census: 1870, in Henderson Co., TN. xvi. Amanda E. (Mandy) White. Born, circa 1868. Census: 1870, in Henderson Co., TN. 226 xvii. Salina Bell (Lena) White. xviii. Dosa B. White. Born, circa 1874. Census: 1880, in Henderson Co., TN. He married, third, Mary, circa 1878. Born, circa 1825. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. 105. Rebecca[6] White (Reuben R., 43). Born, 5 Oct 1815, in NC. Died, 20 Mar 1878, in Garrett Com., Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. She married Calvin Rushing (81). 106. Margaret[6] White (Reuben R., 43). Born, 13 May 1817, in NC. Died, 13 Dec 1897. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 88 SIXTH GENERATION TN. She married George W. Harrell. Born, 1812, in NC or SC. Died, 24 Jan 1883. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Farmer. Children: i. S. D.[7] Harrell. Born, circa 1841, in AL. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. ii. Mills Harrell. Born, circa 1843, in AL. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. iii. W. W. Harrell. Born, circa 1845, in AL. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. 227 iv. George S. Harrell. 228 v. Cornelius (Neal) Harrell. vi. Fredonia Harrell. Born, circa 1850, in TN. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. 229 vii. Virginia Elizabeth Harrell. 230 viii. James M. Harrell. 231 ix. Eliza J. Harrell. 107. Eliza[6] White (Reuben R., 43). Born, 20 Apr 1819, in TN. Died, 14 Mar 1881, in Garrett Com., Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. Among descendants of Eliza's granddaughter Sophia Rushing Moore there is an oral tradition that Eliza was sister of Noah Williams. Another descendant line from William Gilbert Rushing also records her to have been a Williams. However, in the marriage record of her son Millard Fillmore Rushing in Massac Co., Illinois, she is listed as Eliza White. Compare her April 20, 1819 birth date with the April 20, 1809, birth date listed by J. D. White, Sr., in "A Line of Whites" for Reuben White's daughter Eliza. Another White source directly lists her as a daughter of reuben White. She married William Gilbert Rushing (84). 108. Nicholas Daniel[6] White (Reuben R., 43). Born, 12 Dec 1820, in TN. Died, 20 Jul 1886. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1879, in Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Farmer. He married, first, Rebecca Henderson, circa 1843. Born, circa 1823, in TN. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. Children: i. J. M.[7] White. Born, circa 1844. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. 232 ii. Henry Calhoun (Uncle Cal) White. iii. Mathew White. Mathew white is listed as a son of Nicholas Daniel White. He is said to have been a Confererate soldier and to have died of measles. He might be the J. M. White listed in the 1850 census. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 89 SIXTH GENERATION He married, second, Louisa (Wilkins?), after 1850. Born, 10 Sep 1823, in TN. Died, 23 Sep 1877. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN. Children: 233 iv. George M. White. 234 v. Robert Alexander (Elic) White. 235 vi. Margaret Serathena White. He married, third, Martha A. Garrett, 13 Nov 1881, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 17 Sep 1842. Died, 17 Apr 1900. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Children: vii. Lillie D. White. Born, 6 Oct 1886. Died, 14 May 1943. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1942, in Bemis, Madison Co., TN. She married William H. (Bill) Smith, 26 Feb 1899, in Decatur Co., TN. 109. Wiley[6] White (Reuben R., 43). Born, 5 Dec 1826, in Perry Co., TN. Died, Apr 1910, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. He married, first, Rebecca Brown Davis, daughter of Louis/Lewis Davis and Sarah E. Taylor, circa 1848. Born, 16 Feb 1827, in Perry Co., TN. Died, 25 Apr 1885, in Decatur Co., TN. Children: 236 i. Mary Jane[7] White. He married, second, Martha J. Lomax, daughter of James Lomax and Malinda Moore, 1 Jan 1893, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 7 Jun 1857. Died, 29 May 1940. Burial in Mt. Zion Cem., Decatur Co., TN. 110. Jane[6] White (Reuben R., 43). Born, 10 Nov 1828, in NC. Died, 20 Jul 1908. Burial in City Cem., Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. She married George Washington Smith, son of John A. Smith and Mary Jane Lockhart. Born, 17 Feb 1823, in NC. Died, 27 Dec 1883. Burial in City Cem., Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Children: 237 i. Reubin[7] Smith. 238 ii. George Washington Smith. iii. Andrew J. Smith. Born, 25 Dec 1857. Died, 20 Mar 1881. Burial in City Cem., Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Storeclerk. He married Nancy Jane Chester, daughter of John Chester and Rachel Elizabeth Tolley, 24 Jun 1877, in Decatur Co., TN. 239 iv. Amanda Smith. 240 v. Joseph E. Smith. vi. Robert E. Lee Smith. Born, 25 May 1868. Died, 19 Dec 1881. Burial in City Cem., Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. 241 vii. Dixie Smith. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 90 SIXTH GENERATION 111. Zachariah[6] White (Reuben R., 43). Born, circa 1829, in TN. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. He married Louisa J. Born, Feb 1835. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. Children: 242 i. John Henry[7] White. ii. Martha E. White. Born, circa 1863, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. iii. Nancy J. White. Born, circa 1864. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. 243 iv. Robert L. White. v. Ruben (Rube) White. Born, 21 Jan 1871, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, 22 Feb 1965, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Burial in City Cem., Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1938, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. He married, first, Mattie Massey, 17 Oct 1897, in Decatur Co., TN. He married, second, Verna Hart. An obituary for Ruben White does not list any children. The 1920 census lists his place of birth as Texas. 244 vi. William F. (Will) White. 112. Penelopa[6] White (Reuben R., 43). Born, 6 Apr 1832. Died, 22 Dec 1909. Burial in Houston Cem., Beacon Road, Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. She married Robert Young. Born, 8 Feb 1820. Died, 19 Dec 1878. Burial in Houston Cem., Beacon Road, Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Merchant. Children: i. William G.[7] Young. Born, circa 1858. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN. 245 ii. Elnora Jane Young. iii. Samuel Young. Born, circa 1864. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN. iv. Franklin Young. Born, circa 1867. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN. v. Reuben Thurston Young. Born, 18 Sep 1867. Died, 9 Oct 1889. Burial in Houston Cem., Beacon Road, Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN. vi. George M. Young. Born, 11 May 1869. Died, 19 May 1869. Burial in Houston Cem., Beacon Road, Decatur Co., TN. vii. Allie B. Young. Born, 1 Dec 1872. Died, 17 Oct 1921. Burial in Houston Cem., Beacon Road, Decatur Co., TN. She married W. L. Griffin, 6 Jan 1903, in Decatur Co., TN. 113. Ruben Adison[6] White (Reuben R., 43). Born, circa 1834. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Farmer. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 91 SIXTH GENERATION He married, first, Judith E./Emaline J. Griffin, daughter of William C. Griffin and Matilda. Born, circa 1839. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. Children: 246 i. John Marion[7] White. 247 ii. Mills A. White. 248 iii. Thomas Alec White. iv. Reubin W. White. Born, circa 1868. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. v. Unnamed Daughter White. Born, circa 1870. Died, before 1880. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN. 249 vi. Nicholas L. White. 250 vii. George Frank White. He married, second, Sallie A. Dowden, 27 Apr 1881, in Decatur Co., TN. Dowden is the spelling found in the marriage records of Decatur County, TN. Her last name is spelled Doughten in the obituary of her son Robert D. White. Children: 251 viii. Robert D. (Bob) White. 114. David Frank[6] White (Reuben R., 43). Born, Oct 1838, in TN. Died, 9 Aug 1874. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Farmer. He married Martha Rose Boatwright, daughter of William H. Boatwright and Martha Findley, circa 1868. Born, 19 Nov 1836, in TN. Died, 28 Aug 1887. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. Children: 252 i. Alpha Omega[7] White. 253 ii. Mollie Belle White. iii. Lee W. White. Born, circa 1873. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. 115. David[6] Welch. Born, 13 Nov 1823. Died, 5 Jan 1888. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. He married Harriett Campbell. Born, 11 Sep 1828, in TN. Died, 20 Jun 1892. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. Children: i. A.[7] Welch. Born, circa 1852. Census: 1860, in Decatur Co., TN. ii. J. W. Welch. Born, circa 1855. Census: 1860, in Decatur Co., TN. 254 iii. F. B. Welch. 255 iv. James Leonard Welch. v. George Welch. Born, circa 1862. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. 256 vi. Nicholas David Welch. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 92 SIXTH GENERATION 116. Henry[6] Welch. Born, 6 Oct 1827, in Perry Co., TN. Died, 1 Oct 1898, in Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. He married Mary White. Born, 25 Nov 1824, in TN. Died, 31 Aug 1887. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Children: 257 i. Martha Jane[7] Welch. 258 ii. Cordelia Welch. 259 iii. John L. Welch. 260 iv. Sarah Margaret (Sallly) Welch. 261 v. Rubin Nicholas (Nick) Welch. 262 vi. Nancy B. (Nonnie Bell) Welch. 263 vii. Patrick Henry Welch. 117. Jeremiah Benton (Jerry)[6] Welch. Born, circa 1829, in Perry Co., TN. Died, 22 Apr 1900, in Garrett Com., Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Farmer. He married Frances Emiline Jackson (183), circa 1849, in Decatur Co., TN. Children: 264 i. Sarah Ann (Sallie)[7] Welch. 265 ii. Mahalie E. Welch. 266 iii. Eliza Medora Welch. 267 iv. Richard Nicholas Welch. v. Felix H. Welch. Born, circa 1864. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN. 268 vi. Felbert Lee Welch. vii. M. N. (Donnie) Welch. Born, circa 1872. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. She married Unknown Parsons. 269 viii. Frances Flavia Welch. ix. Edwina Welch. Edwina was a child who is said to have burned to death. x. Troy Welch. Troy Welch is included in Jo Ann Aaron Berzins' list of children of Jeremiah Welch. Troy is said to have died in childhood. 118. Augustus[6] Welch. Born, circa 1832, in TN. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1870, in Henderson Co., TN. He married S. A. Census: 1860, in Decatur Co., TN. Children: i. Alphonse A.[7] Welch. Born, circa 1855. Census: 1870, in Henderson Co., TN. ii. Florence L. Welch. Born, circa 1856. Census: 1870, in Henderson Co., TN. iii. Mary A. Welch. Born, circa 1858. Census: 1870, in Henderson Co., TN. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 93 SIXTH GENERATION iv. Laura C. Welch. Born, circa 1860. Census: 1870, in Henderson Co., TN. v. Charles W. Welch. Born, circa 1861. Census: 1870, in Henderson Co., TN. vi. Alin C. Welch. Born, circa 1864. Census: 1870, in Henderson Co., TN. vii. Lucy P. Welch. Born, circa 1866. Census: 1870, in Henderson Co., TN. viii. Betsy B. Welch. Born, circa 1868. Census: 1870, in Henderson Co., TN. 119. Elijah W.[6] Welch. Born, 11 Apr 1835, in Perry Co., TN. Died, 25 Apr 1883, in Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Farmer. He married, first, Tempy Alice Rushing (90), after 1850. Children: 202 i. Emurinth (Amaranth) (Emma) J.[7] Welch. 203 ii. Mary J. Welch. 204 iii. Nancy Joanna Welch. iv. Alice Rose A. Welch. Born, circa 1860. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. v. William H. Welch. Born, 1 Jan 1862. Died, 12 Jun 1924. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. vi. Fredona B. Welch. Born, circa 1865. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN. He married, second, Martha Rose Boatwright, daughter of William H. Boatwright and Martha Findley, after 1873. Born, 19 Nov 1836, in TN. Died, 28 Aug 1887. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. 120. Isaiah[6] Welch. Born, 7 Oct 1837, in Perry Co., TN. Died, 18 Oct 1907, in Garrett Com., Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. In the Civil War he served in Co. G, 18th Cavalry, C.S.A. He married Winnie. Born, circa 1842. Died, 17 Mar 1914, in Garrett Com., Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. Children: 270 i. Genora F.[7] Welch. ii. George W. Welch. Born, 1861. Died, 1939. Burial in Rushing Creek C., Decatur Co., TN. He married Mary Jane Savage, 30 Aug 1894, in Decatur Co., TN. iii. Roxey H. Welch. Born, 22 Nov 1862. Died, 16 Feb 1878. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. 271 iv. Alsie J. Welch. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 94 SIXTH GENERATION 272 v. Henry C. Welch. vi. Jennie J. Welch. Born, 22 Jan 1878. Died, 17 Oct 1884. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. vii. Willie Welch. Born, Jun 1882. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. 121. A. T.[6] Harrel. Born, circa 1819, in NC. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. He married Elizabeth. Born, circa 1825, in NC. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. Children: i. Sophronia A.[7] Harrel. Born, circa 1847. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. ii. Narcissa Harrel. Born, circa 1849. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. 122. R. (Ruben?) R.[6] Harrell. Born, circa 1823, in AL. Died, before 1880. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. He married Lavinia. Born, circa 1832, in TN. Census: 1880, in Henderson Co., TN. Children: i. John W.[7] Harrell. Born, circa 1846. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. ii. Virginia Harrell. Born, circa 1847. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. iii. M. L. Harrell. Born, circa 1848. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. He married Mary R. Stephens, 15 Aug 1875, in Decatur Co., TN. iv. D. E. Harrell. Born, circa 1854. Census: 1860, in Decatur Co., TN. v. J. J. Harrell. Born, circa 1856. Census: 1860, in Decatur Co., TN. vi. Rubin R. Harrell. Born, circa 1859. Census: 1880, in Henderson Co., TN. vii. Ginetta M. Harrell. Born, circa 1866. Census: 1880, in Henderson Co., TN. viii. Fredona Harrell. Born, circa 1871. Census: 1880, in Henderson Co., TN. 123. Rachel Caroline[6] Harrell. Born, 22 Dec 1824. Died, 30 Oct 1882. Burial in Brigance Cem., Decatur Co., TN. She married John Hardin (Jack) Brigance, son of John Brigance and Rebecca Stuart. Born, 21 Feb 1825. Died, 28 May 1911. Burial in Brigance Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Children: 273 i. Martha A.[7] Brigance. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 95 SIXTH GENERATION 274 ii. Mahala Brigance. iii. Tranquilla Brigance. Born, 25 Apr 1850. Died, 1 Sep 1855. Burial in Brigance Cem., Decatur Co., TN (unmarked). 275 iv. Rebecca Brigance. v. Margaret C. Brigance. Born, 18 Dec 1853. Died, 22 Jan 1880. Burial in Brigance Cem., Decatur Co., TN. vi. Julian E. Brigance. Born, 18 Aug 1855. Died, circa 1875. 276 vii. Pleasant H. Brigance. 277 viii. Laura J. Brigance. ix. John S. Brigance. Born, 30 Jun 1862. Died, 21 Jun 1864. 124. D.[6] Harrell. Born, circa 1834. Census: 1860, in Decatur Co., TN. He married J. C. Born, circa 1838. Census: 1860, in Decatur Co., TN. Children: 278 i. Thomas W.[7] Harwell. 125. Sarah Francese[6] White (Isaac L., 46). Born, 26 Jul 1834. Died, 15 Jul 1926. Burial in Johnston Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. She married William D. Johnston. Born, 22 Mar 1820. Died, 29 Feb 1865. Burial in Johnston Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Physician. Gordon Turner wrte the following in his "History of Scotts Hill, Tennessee." JOHNSTON, Dr. William D.; C.S.A. No official identification available. Reports indicate that he served as a doctor; other reports indicate that he may have served on his own without official enlistment. Mrs. A. H. Taylor whose family lived near his in the Dunbar area, thinks he was a regular enlisted soldier-physician. Anyway, he died during the war near Clifton from either a wound or dysentery. He had married Sarah Frances White and his body was brought back to White Cemetery near Dunbar for burial. An impressive monument marks the grave. A son, Dr. C. H. Johnston (known as "kit" to many) practiced in his home area for a short time; then in the Shady Hill Community during which he made some calls in and around Scotts Hill. He then moved his practice to Lexington until his death. Known as a very good doctor, Dr. "Kit" never married but among his brothers were: Gus J., Epp and W. D. ("Billy") Jr. Some of us remember Dr. Kit's love for his widowed mother and his passing through Scotts Hill on horseback nearly every weekend to visit her in the old home not far from Dunbar. Children: i. William D. (Bill)[7] Johnston. Born, circa 1856. Died, 14 May 1936. Burial in Johnston Cem., Decatur Co., TN (unmarked). ii. C. H. Johnston. Born, 1859. Died, 1937. Burial in Lexington Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Occupation: Physician. iii. Epp Johnston. iv. Gus J. Johnston. 126. Mary E.[6] White (Isaac L., 46). Born, circa 1843, in TN. Census: 1850, RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 96 SIXTH GENERATION in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN. She married Samuel Wyatt, circa 1868. Born, circa 1835, in TN. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN. Children: i. Elin J.[7] Wyatt. Born, circa 1869. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN. 127. Isaac L.[6] White (Isaac L., 46). Born, 26 Nov 1845, in NC. Died, 5 Jul 1925. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Farmer. He married Nancy B. (Nonnie Bell) Welch (262), 29 Feb 1889, in Decatur Co., TN. Children: i. Mary Jewel[7] White. Born, 12 Jan 1890. Died, 15 Sep 1907. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. She married Will Tucker, 9 Aug 1906, in Decatur Co., TN. 128. James Dotson[6] White (Henry H., 47). Born, circa 1829, in Perry Co., TN. Died, 30 Nov 1899, in Victoria, Victoria Co., TX. James Dotson White served in the Mexican War and received pension #19657 for his service. He also served as Sergeant, Company H, 3rd Regiment Texas Cavalry, C.S.A. He served time at the prisoner of war camp at Camp Chase, OH. He married, first, Rebecca, circa 1850. Children: i. James H.[7] White. Born, circa 1851, in TX. ii. Nancy E. White. Born, circa 1853, in TX. He married, second, Elizabeth Matilda Bradley, circa 1865. Divorce, before 1887. Children: iii. William Burrell White. Born, 20 Sep 1866, in TX. iv. Mary H. White. Born, circa 1868, in TX. v. Jenny Lind White. Born, circa 1870, in TX. He married, third, Mary B. Garner, 20 Jul 1887. Children: vi. Troy White. Born, Jun 1888, in TX. 129. John Jesse[6] Lacy (Hiram, 48). Born, 7 May 1833, in Perry Co., TN. Died, 4 Apr 1879, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Burial in City Cem., Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Registrar. He married Susan Frances Lucas, daughter of John Edmond Lucas and Joshie Ferguson. Born, 6 Dec 1836, in Humphreys Co., TN. Died, 11 Apr 1918. Burial in City Cem., Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Children: RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 97 SIXTH GENERATION 279 i. William Henry[7] Lacy. 280 ii. Hale H. Lacy. 281 iii. Isaac Thomas Lacy. 282 iv. Nancy Elizabeth Lacy. 283 v. John E. Lacy. 284 vi. Nimrod Felix Grundy Lacy. 285 vii. Mary Josephine Lacy. 130. Thomas J.[6] Lacy (Hiram, 48). Born, circa 1836. Resided in San Marcos, Hays Co., TX. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1860, in Decatur Co., TN. He married E. N. Born, circa 1842. Census: 1860, in Decatur Co., TN. Children: i. John C.[7] Lacy. Born, circa 1860. Census: 1860, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN. This may be the James C. Lacy, age 10, in the household of Nancy Lacy,widow of Hiram Lacy, in the 1870 census. ii. Lesley Lacy. Born, circa 1867. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN. 131. Calvin Cecil (Kat)[6] Lacy (Hiram, 48). Born, 12 Dec 1838. Died, 14 Aug 1907. Burial in Mt. Lebanon Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. He married, first, Tennessee (Tennie) Fisher, daughter of Jacob F. Fisher and Sophia Yarbro, circa 1860. Born, 2 Mar 1844. Died, 26 Feb 1880. Burial in Fisher Cem., Fishers Landing, Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN. Children: 286 i. Fannie S.[7] Lacy. ii. Emma Caroline Lacy. Born, 5 Dec 1863. Died, 17 Sep 1887. Burial in Fisher Cem., Fishers Landing, Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN. She married Madison (Mat) Fisher, son of Jonathan Newton Fisher and Mary Ann Fisher, 30 Jan 1883, in Decatur Co., TN. 287 iii. Robert Henry Lacy. 288 iv. Nancy Dora Lacy. v. John Fisher Calvin Lacy. Born, 29 Jun 1872. Died, 12 Feb 1890. Burial in Fisher Cem., Fishers Landing, Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. 289 vi. Jacob (Jack) Hiram Lacy. 290 vii. Mary Elizabeth Lacy. viii. Mollie Lacy. She married Unknown Cunningham. ix. Allie Mae Lacy. A sketch of the Lacy family in "Decatur County, Tennessee History and Families" lists Allie Mae knight as one of the children of Calvin Cecil Lacy and Tennessee Fisher. There is an Allie M. Knight (1894-1968) and a William E. Knight (1889- ) RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 98 SIXTH GENERATION buried at Parsons Cemetery. He married, second, Mary Fisher (223), 21 Aug 1884. Children: 291 x. Cora Edna Lacy. xi. Walter Arnold Lacy. Born, 10 Sep 1886. Died, 10 Sep 1887. Burial in Mt. Lebanon Cem., Decatur Co., TN. 292 xii. Wesley Martin Green Lacy. xiii. Bertha Viola Lacy. Born, 16 Dec 1889. Died, before 1933. 293 xiv. Retta Antoinette Lacy. xv. Charles Allion/Obion (Charlie) Lacy. Born, 13 Feb 1893. Died, circa 1918. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. Charlie Lacy was killed in World War I. He never married. 294 xvi. Hattie Mable Lacy. 295 xvii. Jess Milton Lacy. 132. Daniel Webster (Web)[6] Lacy (Hiram, 48). Born, 28 Sep 1841. Died, 15 Jul 1909. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Farmer. He married Marguerite F. Raney, daughter of James H. Raney and Amanda Bryant. Born, 25 Nov 1850. Died, 31 May 1922. Burial in Cobbs Hill, Benton Co., TN. Children: 296 i. Harvey C.[7] Lacy. 297 ii. Anna Lacy. 298 iii. Hiram G./Granville H. Lacy. 299 iv. Mary Ann Lacy. v. William H. Lacy. Born, 11 May 1877. Died, 3 Mar 1881. Burial in Johnson Cem., Decatur Co., TN. 300 vi. Nannie Belle Lacy. vii. Charlie D. Lacy. Born, May 1883. Resided: 1964, in Gadsden, Etowah Co., AL. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1948, in Winchester, Franklin Co., TN. viii. Fannie G. Lacy. Born, 25 Oct 1886. Died, 31 Aug 1897. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. 301 ix. James Harrison Lacy. 302 x. Oscar Lacy. 133. Elijah[6] Rushing (Richard G., 50). Born, circa 1859. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Henderson Co., TN. He married Anna. Born, circa 1862. Census: 1880, in Henderson Co., TN. Children: i. Lulu[7] Rushing. Born, circa 1878. Census: 1880, in Henderson Co., TN. 134. Dora Eleanor[6] Rushing (Richard G., 50). Born, 21 Jul 1873. Died, 1961. Burial in Barren Spg. Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1938, in Lexington, RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 99 SIXTH GENERATION Henderson Co., TN. There is some confusion over Dora's last name. In the Melton family she is said to have been a Pirtle. Hopwever, she is listed as a surviving daughter in the 1938 obituary for Ibby Rushing, widow of Richard G. Rushing. She married John Forest Melton, son of William A. Melton and Rebecca T. Reid. Born, 20 May 1864. Died, 20 Feb 1938. Burial in Barren Spg. Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Children: i. William Ernest[7] Melton. Died, circa 1938. Burial in Poor House Cem., Henderson Co., TN. ii. George Dalton Melton. Born, 18 Mar 1888. Died, May 1973. He married Ada Catherine Bird. iii. Dixie E. L. Melton. Born, 17 Sep 1889. Died, 2 May 1892. iv. Lude Elender Melton. Born, 19 Sep 1889. Died, 3 May 1892. Burial in Poor House Cem., Henderson Co., TN. v. John Reed Melton. Born, 26 Sep 1898. Died, 26 Sep 1899. Burial in Poor House Cem., Henderson Co., TN. 303 vi. Elmer D. Melton. 135. Florence[6] Rushing (Richard G., 50). Born, circa 1882. Census: 1920, in Henderson Co., TN. She married Tom Woods. Born, circa 1876. Census: 1920, in Henderson Co., TN. Children: i. Monille[7] Woods. Born, circa 1917. Census: 1920, in Henderson Co., TN. 136. Willis H.[6] Rushing (David Thomas, 51). Born, circa 1857. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Henderson Co., TN. He married Mary E. Born, Sep 1854. Census: 1900, in Henderson Co., TN. Children: i. Lewis W.[7] Rushing. Born, Oct 1879. Census: 1900, in Henderson Co., TN. He married Fannie Nelson, 17 Mar 1901, in Henderson Co., TN. ii. Nathan J. Rushing. Born, Sep 1884. Census: 1900, in Henderson Co., TN. iii. David W. Rushing. Born, May 1886. Census: 1900, in Henderson Co., TN. iv. Berry W. Rushing. Born, Feb 1889. Census: 1900, in Henderson Co., TN. 137. Martha E.[6] Rushing (David Thomas, 51). Born, 22 Sep 1863, in MO. Died, 22 Jul 1926. Burial in Prospect Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Henderson Co., TN. I may have misinterpreted the data here, but Martha seems to have had RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 100 SIXTH GENERATION three children out of wedlock. Associated with an unknown man. Children: i. Charlie F.[7] Rushing. Born, circa 1880, in TN. Census: 1880, in Henderson Co., TN. ii. Lula Rushing. Born, circa 1885. Census: 1910, in Henderson Co., TN. iii. Edd J. Rushing. Born, circa 1889. Census: 1910, in Decatur Co., TN. 138. James Andrew[6] Rushing (David Thomas, 51). Born, 22 Jul 1864. Died, 27 May 1945. Burial in Mt. Moriah Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1920, in Sardis, Henderson Co., TN. He married Marion Frances Bolden, 2 Feb 1896, in Henderson Co., TN. Born, 30 Aug 1876. Died, 20 Feb 1963, in Reagan, Henderson Co., TN. Burial in Mt. Moriah Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Children: i. James J./Jake[7] Rushing. Born, 27 Sep 1897. Died, circa 1990. Resided: 1983, in Bemis, Madison Co., TN. Resided: 1963, in Jackson, Madison Co., TN. Census: 1910, in Decatur Co., TN. He married, first, Verlie S. He married, second, Moddie Hobbs, 24 Feb 1920, in Henderson Co., TN. 304 ii. Dovie Rushing. 305 iii. Arthur D. Rushing. 306 iv. Willie Mae Rushing. 307 v. Harvey Curt (Curtis) Rushing. 308 vi. Casey H. Rushing. 309 vii. Zula J. Rushing. 310 viii. Claude E. Rushing. ix. John W. Rushing. Born, circa 1918. Census: 1920, in Sardis, Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1945, in HI. Resided: 1996, in Reagan, Henderson Co., TN. 139. Elijah[6] Rushing (John P., 55). Born, circa 1835, in TN. Census: 1850, in Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1870, in Lamar Co., TX. Occupation: Cooper. He married L. J. Born, circa 1838, in KY. Census: 1870, in Lamar Co., TX. Children: i. A. C.[7] Rushing. Born, circa 1859, in TX. Census: 1870, in Lamar Co., TX. ii. M. E. Rushing. Born, circa 1860, in TX. Census: 1870, in Lamar Co., TX. iii. L. R. Rushing. Born, circa 1862, in TX. Census: 1870, in Lamar Co., TX. iv. S. M. Rushing. Born, circa 1863, in TX. Census: 1870, in Lamar Co., TX. v. M. A. Rushing. Born, circa 1866, in TX. Census: 1870, in Lamar RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 101 SIXTH GENERATION Co., TX. vi. John W. Rushing. Born, circa 1868, in TX. Census: 1870, in Lamar Co., TX. vii. Dora E. Rushing. Born, Mar 1870, in TX. Census: 1870, in Lamar Co., TX. 140. Jesse Lowry[6] Rushing (William R., 56). Born, circa 1845, in TN. Died, 10 Jul 1916, in Nacogdoches Co., TX. Burial in Douglas Cem., Nacogdoches Co., TX. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Nacogdoches Co., TX. Occupation: Farmer. Jesse L. Rushing served in Company I., 4th Louisiana Cavalry, C.S.A. He surrendered at New Orleans, May 26, 1865, and was paroled at Natchitoches, Louisiana, on June 15, 1865. He moved to Texas in 1866. He patented 160 acres of land in Nacogdoches Co., Texas, in 1880. His Texas Confederate pension is No. 31969. The death date for him and his wife come from the records of Cason Monk Funeral Home. He married Rachel A. Bentley, daughter of Willis Larkin Bentley and Ann Davis, 21 Sep 1871, in Nacogdoches Co., TX. Born, circa 1851, in GA. Died, 20 Aug 1925, in Nacogdoches Co., TX. Burial in Douglas Cem., Nacogdoches Co., TX. Census: 1880, in Nacogdoches Co., TX. Children: i. M. Viola[7] Rushing. Born, circa 1875. Census: 1880, in Nacogdoches Co., TX. She married William Parker, 6 May 1893, in Nacogdoches Co., TX. ii. Nancy Julia Rushing. Born, circa 1877. Census: 1880, in Nacogdoches Co., TX. iii. Jesse J. C. Rushing. Born, circa 1878. Census: 1880, in Nacogdoches Co., TX. iv. Minni Lee Rushing. Born, circa 1878. Census: 1880, in Nacogdoches Co., TX. v. Rosa Lee Rushing. Born, circa 1880. Census: 1880, in Nacogdoches Co., TX. 141. James Matt[6] Rushing (Burrell, 57). Born, circa 1847. Died, before 1880. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN. He married Martha C. Rains, daughter of John A. Rains and Mary (Polly) Long. Born, 1837. Died, 1917. Burial in Parsons Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. Children: 311 i. L. Fredona[7] Rushing. 312 ii. James M. Rushing. 142. John L.[6] Rushing (Burrell, 57). Born, circa 1849. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. He married Susannah Bussell, 13 Apr 1871, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. Children: RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 102 SIXTH GENERATION i. Willie E.[7] Rushing. Born, circa 1872. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. ii. Sonora Rushing. Born, circa 1875. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. iii. Lemuel Rushing. Born, circa 1879. Census: 1800, in Decatur Co., TN. 143. Laverne Ann[6] Rushing (Burrell, 57). Born, 1858. Died, 1936. Burial in Parsons Cem., Decatur Co., TN. She married William Franklin Warden, 26 Jan 1876, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 1853. Died, 1916. Burial in Parsons Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. Children: 313 i. Samuel F.[7] Warden. 314 ii. John T. Warden. iii. Margie Warden. Born, after 1880. She married Jim Hearen. 315 iv. Maude Warden. 144. Margaret F.[6] Rushing (Burrell, 57). Born, 5 Mar 1861. Died, 26 Sep 1948. Burial in Ridgely, Lake Co., TN. She married George W. Partin, 8 Feb 1882, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 26 Sep 1856, in Ringgold, Walker Co., GA. Died, 1 Apr 1918. Burial in Parsons Cem., Decatur Co., TN. "George W. Partin came to Decatur County from Ringold, Georgia, in 1880 and settled in the neighborhood of Bear Creek. He was a sewing machine agent. He met and fell in love with Margaret Rushing and they were married February 8, 1882. They built a house in the Bear Creek section and a post office was established here by the name of Partinville, being named after the first Postmaster, George W. Partin. "After the Midland Railroad was built and the town of Parsons established, George W. Partin and his family moved there. He owned several businesses in Parsons and served as Postmaster of Parsons from December 7, 1893, to January 18, 1909. "In 1912, Teddy Roosevelt gave George Partin a six cylinder open type used Ford car, for Partin's services in the presidential campaign. The car was shipped from Chicago by flat railroad car. It was the first one in Parsons. Fred Rains drove the Partin Ford to Mt. Tabor and broke up the service at a summer revival since it was the first car many had seen. The noise was deafening and the congregation heard the Ford long before it came in sight. Even the preacher said he had never seen a car and was going to see this one, so he stopped preaching to go out to see it. Some, less enthusiastic, did not feel this way and wanted to arrest Fred for disturbing public worship." [History of Decatur County, Tennessee] Children: 316 i. Walter A.[7] Partin. ii. James Arthur Partin. Born, Jan 1885. Died, 1907. Burial in Parsons Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 103 SIXTH GENERATION Arthur Partin never married. 317 iii. Ada Lee Partin. iv. Don Cameron Partin. Born, Apr 1889. Died, 1906. Burial in Parsons Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. Don Cameron Partin never married. 318 v. Carl W./William C. Partin. 145. Joel Perry[6] Rushing (James Perry, 60). Born, 31 Aug 1841, in Perry Co., TN. Died, 18 Jun 1927. Burial in York Cem., Bergman, Boone Co., AR. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Farmer. Joel P. Rushing enlisted in the Union Army in Company E, 6th Tenn. Cavalry, at Bethel, Tennessee, on September 18, 1862. He mustered out of service at Pulaski, Tennessee, on July 26, 1865. His military record describes him as age 21, 5'11" in height, and dark complexion. He married Mary Jane Gill. Born, 11 Jan 1847, in Wayne Co., TN. Died, 17 May 1926. Burial in York Cem., Bergman, Boone Co., AR. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN. Children: i. James Samuel[7] Rushing. Born, 11 Apr 1869, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, 17 Oct 1935. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1891, in Boone Co., AR. Resided: 1908, in Rathdrum, Kootenai Co., ID. He married Annie Elizabeth Timbrook. ii. Daniel Monroe Rushing. Born, 11 Jan 1871, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, 6 Nov 1923. He married, first, Dorcus Taylor, 1 Apr 1896. He married, second, Jessie Trout, 4 Dec 1904. iii. Jesse Houston Rushing. Born, 20 Feb 1873, in MO. Died, 30 Apr 1938. He married Dorcus Willis, 25 Dec 1898. iv. Frances Caroline (Carrie) Rushing. Born, 12 Mar 1876, in MO. Died, 28 Dec 1965. She married Blufford Guynn, 1905. v. George Osbund (Bud) Rushing. Born, 23 Aug 1878, in MO. Died, 14 Apr 1963. He married Ollie Seals, 10 Feb 1901. vi. John Alexander Logan Rushing. Born, 29 Sep 1884, in Self, Boone Co., AR. Died, 9 May 1908. He married Nancy Jane Loretta (Retta) Dummitt, 4 Nov 1904. John Rushing died of measles. 146. John Walter[6] Brashear. Born, 4 Jul 1848. Died, 21 Aug 1875. Burial in Morgan Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. He married Virginia R. Currin, circa 1868. Born, 27 Jul 1848. Died, 25 Jun 1898. Children: 319 i. George Walter[7] Brasher. ii. Ora E. Brasher. Born, 25 Nov 1873. Died, 2 Mar 1965. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. She married A. E. Brawley, 12 Jan 1888, in Decatur Co., TN. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 104 SIXTH GENERATION 147. Francis Marion[6] Harrington. Born, 1850. Died, 1924. Burial in New Hope Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1860, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. He married, first, Temperance Lillian Lomax, daughter of James Lomax and Malinda Moore, 16 Feb 1871, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, circa 1854. Died, before 1888. Census: 31 Jan 1870, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. Children: 320 i. John Martin[7] Harrington. ii. James F. Harrington. Born, circa 1876. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. 321 iii. Nancy M. Ether Harrington. 322 iv. Magnolia (Maggie) Harrington. 323 v. Mary Alice Harrington. He married, second, Emma Kathleen Camper, 17 Sep 1888, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 1872. Died, 1950, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN. Burial in New Hope Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Children: vi. Jessie L. Harrington. Born, Sep 1895. Resided: 1950, in Milan, Gibson Co., TN. Resided: 1964, in Milan, Gibson Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. He married Ethel Thompson, 21 Feb 1912, in Decatur Co., TN. vii. Sulla M. Harrington. Born, Oct 1898. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. 324 viii. Darling (Doll) Francis Harrington. ix. Gettie Mae Harrington. Born, circa 1905. Census: 1910, in Decatur Co., TN. x. Nettie V. (Nell) Harrington. Born, 1906. Died, 18 Jun 1997, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Mt. Zion Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1950, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN. Resided: 1964, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. She married, first, Thomas W. Crawford. She married, second, Ernel Broadway, son of William W. (Bill) Broadway and Susie Culp, 3 Aug 1961, in Decatur Co., TN. 148. William Jackson[6] Veal. Born, 11 Aug 1860. Died, 18 Jan 1924. Burial in Rushing Creek C., Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Farmer. He married, first, Mary Addie Long, daughter of John W. Long and Silva Josephine Martin, 5 Mar 1890, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 16 Apr 1871. Died, 12 Jul 1899. Burial in Smith Chapel, Henderson Co., TN. Children: i. Willie H.[7] Veal. Born, 21 Oct 1891. Died, 21 Jul 1892. Burial in Smith Chapel, Henderson Co., TN. ii. Jessie M. Veal. Born, 18 May 1893. Died, 17 Jul 1899. Burial in Smith Chapel, Henderson Co., TN. 325 iii. Callie Lee Veal. iv. Dora A. Veal. Born, 6 Feb 1897. Died, 16 Sep 1902. Burial in Smith Chapel, Henderson Co., TN. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 105 SIXTH GENERATION He married, second, Mary E. (Dovie) Rimmer, circa 1900. Born, 1874. Died, 1951. Burial in Rushing Creek C., Decatur Co., TN. Children: v. Maggie Veal. Born, 2 Apr 1901. Died, 11 Dec 1911. Burial in Rushing Creek C., Decatur Co., TN. vi. Roy Veal. Born, 27 Nov 1905. Died, 10 Dec 1905. Burial in Smith Chapel, Henderson Co., TN. vii. Ray Veal. Born, 2 Dec 1906. Died, 17 Feb 1907. Burial in Smith Chapel, Henderson Co., TN. 326 viii. Myrtle Veal. ix. Opal Veal. Resided: 1991, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. 327 x. Golden Vela Veal. xi. Kathleen Veal. Resided: 1991, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN. She married Homer Tucker. 149. Lafayette (Fate)[6] Veal. Born, 1861. Died, 1939. Burial in Mt. Zion Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Farmer/Grocer. He married, first, Annie E. Dobbs, daughter of Mary J. Smith, 14 Mar 1889, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 16 Sep 1861, in MO. Died, 22 Mar 1892. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. Children: 328 i. Granville E.[7] Veal. He married, second, Mary Dona Milam, daughter of William Henry Milam and Martha A. Warden, 10 Mar 1897, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 1862. Died, 1938. Burial in Mt. Zion Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN. Children: 329 ii. Leslie C. Veal. iii. Oye F. Veal. Born, 5 Feb 1902. Died, 10 Jul 1903. Burial in Rushing Grove C., Decatur Co., TN. 150. William E.[6] Rushing (Richard Burrell, 64). Born, Jun 1872, in TN. Burial in Gibson Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. He married Lena Rains, daughter of John Pinkley (Jack) Rains and Rebecca Isabelle (Belle) Little, 21 Jan 1894, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, circa 1873. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. Children: i. Wilma[7] Rushing. Born, Oct 1899. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. 151. James (Jim) Frank[6] Rushing (Richard Burrell, 64). Born, 17 Jan 1878, in TN. Died, 28 Jan 1920. Burial in Pleasant Hill C., Carroll Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1920, in Carroll Co., TN. He married Dora Rimmer, 2 Mar 1902, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 1879. Died, RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 106 SIXTH GENERATION 1964. Burial in Pleasant Hill C., Carroll Co., TN. Census: 1910, in Decatur Co., TN. Children: i. Lillian[7] Rushing. Born, circa 1904. Census: 1910, in Decatur Co., TN. 330 ii. Loyd Richard Rushing. 331 iii. Luther Cecil Rushing. iv. Flossie J. Rushing. Born, circa 1910. Census: 1910, in Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1973, in Jackson, Madison Co., TN. She married Unknown Williams. v. Robert Rushing. Born, circa 1912. Census: 1920, in Carroll Co., TN. Resided: 1973, in Huntsville, Madison Co., AL. vi. Granville Rushing. Born, circa 1917. Resided: 1920, in Carroll Co., TN. Resided: 1972, in Iuka, Tishomingo Co., MS. vii. Jimmy D. Rushing. Resided: 1972, in Vandalia, Montgomery Co., OH. 152. William Henry[6] Rushing (Leonidus, 67). Born, 1853. Died, 1936. Burial in Hawkes Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1870, in Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1920, in Decatur Co., TN. He married Nancy B. Taylor, 19 Nov 1874, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 1859. Died, 1926. Burial in Hawkes Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 31 Jan 1920, in Decatur Co., TN. Children: 332 i. Susie J.[7] Rushing. 333 ii. John W. Rushing. 334 iii. Phillip Andrew (Andy) Rushing. iv. Rebecca (Becky) Rushing. Born, 1888. Died, 1907. Burial in Hawkes Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census in Decatur Co., TN. v. Emma Rushing. Born, 1894. Died, 1914. Burial in Hawkes Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. 335 vi. Della Nancy Rushing. 153. Richard Burl[6] Rushing (Leonidus, 67). Born, 12 Aug 1855. Died, 23 Dec 1932. Burial in New Hope Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1870, in Henderson Co., TN. He married Virginia Elizabeth Harrell (229), Dec 1876. Children: i. Cornelius (Neal?)[7] Rushing. Born, Mar 1878. Died, before 1924. Census: 1900, in Henderson Co., TN. 336 ii. George W. Rushing. 337 iii. Polly Ann Rushing. iv. Josephine (Josie) Rushing. Born, 24 Jul 1882. Died, 14 Jul 1947. Burial in New Hope Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1920, in Henderson Co., TN. 338 v. Florence Rushing. 339 vi. William Burl Rushing. vii. Donia Rushing. Born, Aug 1887. Census: 1900, in Henderson Co., RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 107 SIXTH GENERATION TN. Resided: 1965, in Waverly, Humphreys Co., TN. She married J. Wesley Holley, 29 Nov 1908, in Henderson Co., TN. viii. Mable/Mall Rushing. Born, 1889. Died, 1924. Burial in New Hope Cem., Henderson Co., TN. She married George W. Essary, 22 Nov 1911, in Henderson Co., TN. ix. Malvina/Mollie Rushing. Born, Jan 1892. Census: 1900, in Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1910, in Henderson Co., TN. x. Dellie/Dall Rushing. Born, 4 Oct 1894. Died, 14 Oct 1980. Burial in New Hope Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1965, in McKenzie, Carroll Co., TN. She married J. Burl Snider, son of L. Frank Snider and M. Arrena, 28 Nov 1915. 154. Amanda Melvina[6] Rushing (Leonidus, 67). Born, 3 Jul 1865. Died, 15 Jan 1949. Burial in Rock Hill Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1870, in Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Henderson Co., TN. She married, first, James W. Holmes, son of William Henry Holmes and Zilpha Duck. Born, 31 Mar 1856. Died, 3 Apr 1933. Burial in Rock Hill Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Children: i. Barton W.[7] Holmes. Born, 28 Dec 1893. Died, 26 Mar 1970. Burial in Rock Hill Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1949, in Murfreesboro, Rutherford Co., TN. ii. Bessie Mae Holmes. Resided: 1949, in Nashville, Davidson Co., TN. She married Unknown Russell. She married, second, Robert L. Milam, son of Stephen Milam and Elendon. Born, circa 1829. Census: 1860, in Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1870, in Henderson Co., TN. Children: iii. Fannie Holmes. She married Usery. 155. John W.[6] Rushing (Leonidus, 67). Born, circa 1867. Census: 1870, in Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Henderson Co., TN. He married Lucy B. Born, circa 1874. Census: 1900, in Henderson Co., TN. Children: i. Girtie L.[7] Rushing. Born, Jun 1891. Census: 1900, in Henderson Co., TN. She married W. L. Kelley, 1 Aug 1910, in Henderson Co., TN. 340 ii. Jesse Rushing. iii. Riley C. Rushing. Born, Oct 1899. Census: 1900, in Henderson Co., TN. iv. Virgie M. Rushing. Born, circa 1902. Census: 1910, in Decatur Co., TN. v. Virgil L. Rushing. Born, circa 1902. Census: 1910, in Decatur Co., TN. vi. Ida M. Rushing. Born, circa 1905. Census: 1910, in Decatur Co., RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 108 SIXTH GENERATION TN. vii. Gily Rushing. Born, circa 1907. Census: 1910, in Decatur Co., TN. 156. Mary A.[6] Rushing (Leonidus, 67). Born, circa 1870, in Henderson Co., TN. Died, circa 1893. Census: 1880, in Henderson Co., TN. She married George Wylie Allen, 1887, in Henderson Co., TN. Born, 1871. Died, 1946. Burial in Methodist Cem., Scotts Hill, Henderson Co., TN. Children: 341 i. Phillip Lee[7] Allen. 157. Adam Leon[6] Rushing (Leonidus, 67). Born, 1874. Died, 2 Mar 1920, in Henderson Co., TN. Burial in Barren Spg. Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Henderson Co., TN. Occupation: Farmer. The Census of 1900 lists his birth date as September 1875. He married Alma Irene (Rena) Montgomery, daughter of William W. Montgomery and Susan Haraway. Born, 1864. Died, 1939. Burial in Barren Spg. Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN. The Census of 1900 lists her name as Renee and her birth data as January 1872. In the 1870 census she is listed as Almarine, age 5. In 1880 she is listed as Almarene, age 15. Children: i. Phillip L.[7] Rushing. Born, Jun 1894. Burial in Ebenezer Cem., Henderson Co., TN (unmarked). Census: 1900, in Henderson Co., TN. Phillip L. Rushing died at a young age. ii. William Richard Rushing. Born, 31 Mar 1896. Died, 9 May 1972, in Sardis, Henderson Co., TN. Burial in New Hope Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1910, in Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1920, in Henderson Co., TN. Occupation: Farmer. He married Mildred Pirtle, daughter of Jasper Pirtle and Ella. A military marker used as a footstone on his grave notes "Tennessee PVT 115 Guard Co QMC World War I." He did not have any children. 342 iii. Vester Rushing. 343 iv. Lester Rushing. 344 v. Thomas Stinson Rushing. 158. Darcy Jane[6] Rushing (Andrew Jackson, 69). Born, 1 Jun 1866. Died, 20 Jan 1946. Burial in Mt. Zion Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Midwife. When Darcy Jane's first child died, she determined that that would not happen again. She secured medical books and studied them. She did not loose another child. She became a midwife and charged $5 for each child. She married Archibald Benton Holley, son of James W. Holley and Francis J. Austin, 14 Nov 1889, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 20 Oct 1856, in Union Co., RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 109 SIXTH GENERATION NC. Died, 3 Jun 1920. Burial in Mt. Zion Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Children: i. Leslie Benton[7] Holley. Born, 16 Jan 1892. Died, 20 Jul 1892. Burial in Smith Chapel, Henderson Co., TN. ii. Otis Ray Holley. Born, 15 Dec 1892. Died, 26 Feb 1962. Burial in Hohenwald, Lewis Co., TN. Resided: 1950, in Hohenwald, Lewis Co., TN. Otis Ray Holley was School Superintendant of Decatur County, 1922-1925. He was a Republican, while the County Court was Democratic, so there was tension between the two. The salary was $1,200 when he took office, but due to the fact that he stopped and ate a meal with some blacks from Shannonville, his popularity decreased and the salary was cut to $900. Holley resigned and continued his education. Otis Ray Holley received a Bachelor's Degree from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, and a Master's Degree from George Peabody College. He served as county agent for several years. iii. Jessie Maude Holley. Born, 30 Oct 1894. Resided: 1950, in Chicago, Cook Co., IL. Resided: 1995, in Knoxville, Knox Co., TN. She married Unknown Marable. iv. Esther Mae Holley. Born, 29 Dec 1896. Died, Nov 1983. She married Unknown Igou. 345 v. Faye Elizabeth Holley. vi. Pearl Holley. Born, 16 Nov 1902. Died, 7 Apr 1982. She married Unknown Ream. vii. Norma Susie Holley. Born, 31 Jul 1905. Died, 22 Apr 1995, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Mt. Zion Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1950, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1972, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Nurse. She married Collis Story. Norma Holley Storey was a member of First Baptist Church of Parsons. 346 viii. Reeder R. Holley. ix. Ruth Hazel Holley. Born, 10 Dec 1909. Died, 1989. She married W. R. Belew, 5 Jul 1939, in Decatur Co., TN. x. Ruby Orlean Holley. Born, 1 Oct 1913. Resided: 1995, in Bath Springs, Decatur Co., TN. She married Grover M. Martin. 159. Susie E.[6] Rushing (Andrew Jackson, 69). Born, circa 1874. Died, 1911. Burial in Mt. Zion Cem., Decatur Co., TN. She married J. Riley Hobbs, son of Thomas H. Hobbs and Frances I. (Fannie), 1 Sep 1889, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 1869. Burial in Mt. Zion Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Children: 347 i. Noah A.[7] Hobbs. ii. Thomas Edgar Hobbs. Born, 15 Sep 1898. Died, 30 Nov 1976. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Mail Carrier. He married Hettie Mae Parsons, 14 Sep 1913, in Decatur Co., TN. iii. Roy Hobbs. Born, 16 Feb 1902. Died, 16 Feb 1902. Burial in Smith Chapel, Henderson Co., TN. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 110 SIXTH GENERATION iv. Eula F. Hobbs. Born, 1907. Burial in Parsons Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1976, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. She married Harry E. Hildenbrandt. v. Bonnie Mae Hobbs. Resided: 1976, in Southaven, DeSoto Co., MS. She married R. T. Dodd, 5 Apr 1928, in Decatur Co., TN. 160. Lucy Ann[6] Rushing (John Wesley, 70). Born, 1874. Died, 1920. Burial in New Hope Cem., Henderson Co., TN. She married James Bannest Johnson, 31 Oct 1898, in Decatur Co., TN. Burial in New Hope Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Children: 348 i. Elbert W.[7] Johnson. 161. Burrell Franklin[6] Rushing (John Wesley, 70). Born, 13 Nov 1876. Died, 15 Feb 1963. Burial in Rushing Grove C., Decatur Co., TN. He married Dovie Lullea Pomeroy, daughter of Pomeroy and Gennie Carter, 13 Jul 1897, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 15 Jan 1879. Died, 2 Jul 1940. Burial in Rushing Grove C., Decatur Co., TN. Children: 349 i. Clyde Cecil[7] Rushing. 350 ii. John Floyd Rushing. iii. Lee Rushing. Born, 1902. Died, 1904. Burial in Rushing Grove C., Decatur Co., TN. iv. Infant Rushing. Born, 1904. Died, 1904. Burial in Rushing Grove C., Decatur Co., TN. 351 v. Enes Franklin Rushing. vi. Infant Rushing. Born, 1908. Died, 1908. Burial in Rushing Grove C., Decatur Co., TN. 352 vii. Myrtle A. Rushing. 353 viii. Charles Burt (Charlie) Rushing. 354 ix. Estelle Rushing. 355 x. James Hasten Rushing. xi. Infant Rushing. Born, 1919. Died, 1919. Burial in Rushing Grove C., Decatur Co., TN. 356 xii. Elmer Rushing. 162. Phillip Richard[6] Rushing (John Wesley, 70). Born, 7 Sep 1879. Died, 28 Apr 1970. Burial in Mt. Zion Cem., Decatur Co., TN. He married Ollie Bell Fisher, daughter of Abraham Franklin (Bud) Fisher and Sarah E. (Elizabeth?) (Sallie) Carter, 17 Apr 1904, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 14 Feb 1884. Died, 9 Feb 1960. Burial in Mt. Zion Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Children: i. Infant[7] Rushing. Born, 1904. Died, 1904. Burial in Rushing Grove C., Decatur Co., TN. 357 ii. Arbon Rushing. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 111 SIXTH GENERATION iii. Infant Rushing. Born, 1910. Died, 1910. Burial in Rushing Grove C., Decatur Co., TN. 358 iv. Bessie Rushing. 359 v. Udis Lee Rushing. vi. Infant Rushing. Born, 1913. Died, 1913. Burial in Rushing Grove C., Decatur Co., TN. 360 vii. Essie Rushing. 361 viii. Claude Albert Rushing. ix. Joe Rushing. Born, after 1920. Resided: 1960, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. 362 x. Elbert George Rushing. 363 xi. Letha Mae Rushing. 163. Flora Mae[6] Rushing (John Wesley, 70). Born, 1892. Died, 1980. Burial in Mt. Zion Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1920, in Henderson Co., TN. She married Albert C. Lomax, son of William H. Lomax and Mary Matilda Parish, 27 Jan 1914, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, Mar 1886, in Perry Co., TN. Died, 1963, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN. Burial in Mt. Zion Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1920, in Henderson Co., TN. Children: 364 i. Vernie[7] Lomax. ii. J. Haywood (Johnny) Lomax. Born, circa 1917. Died, 1989, in Madison, Davidson Co., TN. Burial in Madison, Davidson Co., TN. Resided: 1920, in Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1964, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN. He married, first, Gladys Dunavant, daughter of Robert A. Dunavant and Ella L. Blackburn, 23 Aug 1940, in Decatur Co., TN. He married, second, Margaret Smart. iii. Vela Ann Lomax. Born, 3 Aug 1922. Died, 30 Jun 1951. Burial in Mt. Zion Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Vela Ann Lomax never married. She died of Leukemia. 164. Rebecca Ann[6] Lasiter. Born, 1849. Died, 1933. Burial in City Cem., Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. She married Tony L. Malone, son of Unknown Malone and Nancy. Born, 1852. Died, 1940. Burial in City Cem., Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Farmer. He appears as Louey Malone in the 1880 census. Children: i. Mary[7] Ann Malone. Born, Feb 1876. Died, 1938. Burial in City Cem., Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. 365 ii. Nannie B. Malone. 366 iii. Carrie E. Malone. 367 iv. Clara Elma Malone. 368 v. William Gaston Malone. vi. Flora C. Malone. Born, Feb 1885. Died, 1963. Burial in City Cem., Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 112 SIXTH GENERATION vii. Frank E. Malone. Born, Aug 1889. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1971, in Wichita Falls, Wichita Co., TX. 165. George Alston[6] Tolley. Born, 30 Dec 1853, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, 16 Feb 1942. Burial in Hendrix Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1920, in Henderson Co., TN. He married, first, Rebecca A. Haggard, 7 Mar 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 17 Oct 1862. Died, 28 Jun 1887. Burial in Hendrix Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Children: i. James Arthur[7] Tolley. Born, 19 Dec 1880. Died, 12 Feb 1887. Burial in Hendrix Cem., Henderson Co., TN. 369 ii. George Thomas Tolley. 370 iii. John Pink Tolley. He married, second, Louisa J. McComic. Born, 20 Aug 1861. Died, 2 Nov 1945. Burial in Hendrix Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1920, in Henderson Co., TN. Children: 371 iv. Rhoda Tolley. 372 v. Mary Jane Tolley. 373 vi. Arril/Arae Tolley. 374 vii. Minnie Lee Tolley. viii. Maudie Tolley. Born, circa 1901. Census: 1920, in Henderson Co., TN. She married Unknown Johnson. ix. Lela G. Tolley. Born, 1903. Died, 1929. Burial in Hendrix Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1920, in Henderson Co., TN. She married Bankston. 166. James Arthur[6] Tolley. Born, 26 Nov 1858, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, 11 Mar 1940, in Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1920, in Decatur Co., TN. He married, first, Caroline Warren, 25 Feb 1881, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 16 Jan 1864. Died, 25 Jan 1884. Burial in Fisher Cem., Mt. Carmel Com., Decatur Co., TN. Children: 375 i. James T. (Bud)[7] Tolley. ii. Infant Daughter Tolley. Born, 23 Jan 1884. Died, 23 Jan 1884. Burial in Fisher Cem., Mt. Carmel Com., Decatur Co., TN. 380 iii. E. M. (Minnie) Tolley. He married, second, Sedna Frances (Sissy) Finch, daughter of Thomas Finch and Eliza E. Jones, 17 Dec 1885, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 19 Jul 1861. Died, 14 Aug 1898. Burial in Mt. Lebanon Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. Children: 376 iv. Liza Frances Tolley. 377 v. Sam L. Tolley. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 113 SIXTH GENERATION 378 vi. Jessie Lee Tolley. 379 vii. Venia Tolley. He married, third, Alminda Powers, daughter of Stephen Lafayette Powers and Mary Ann Bartholomew, after 1900. Born, 5 Aug 1879. Died, 21 Dec 1972. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1952, in Scotts Hill, TN. Census: 1900, in Henderson Co., TN. She is listed as Adore in the 1880 census and as Ada A. in the 1900 census. 167. Martin Andrew[6] Tolley. Born, 5 Jan 1862, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, 22 Feb 1952. Burial in Mt. Ararat Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1920, in Henderson Co., TN. He married Sophronia Ann Fisher, daughter of Charles W. Fisher and Sorriney Ann Gooden, 25 Jan 1883, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 24 Sep 1864. Died, 29 Dec 1949. Burial in Mt. Ararat Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1920, in Henderson Co., TN. Children: i. Martha J.[7] Tolley. Born, 12 Dec 1883. Died, 3 Jan 1884. Burial in Mt. Lebanon Cem., Decatur Co., TN. 381 ii. Susanna/Anna Tolley. 382 iii. Rachel Sophronia Tolley. 383 iv. Andrew Jackson Tolley. 384 v. William Madison Tolley. vi. Charlie A. Tolley. Born, 1893. Died, 1955. Burial in Mt. Ararat Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1950, in Union City, Obion Co., TN. He married Ida Altha Hutson, daughter of Charles Andrew Hutson and Jennie Burns. 385 vii. Martin Herbert Tolley. 386 viii. Nealie Mae Tolley. 387 ix. Grace Gertrude Tolley. 388 x. Myrtle Beatrice Tolley. 389 xi. James Gordon Tolley. xii. Wesley Tolley. Resided: 1950, in Calhoun City, Calhoun Co., MS. Resided: 1974, in Calhoun City, Calhoun Co., MS. 168. Joseph Thomas[6] Tolley. Born, 29 Aug 1866, in Decatur Co., TN. Resided in Ridgely, Lake Co., TN. He married Dossie A. Readey, daughter of John R. Readey and Mary Skinner, 26 Dec 1886, in Perry Co., TN. Born, 19 Feb 1867. Died, 28 Apr 1902. Burial in Mt. Lebanon Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Children: 390 i. Alice[7] Tolley. ii. Lillian Tolley. Born, circa 1892. Resided: 1982, in Ridgely, Lake Co., TN. She married Joe Smith, 30 Jun 1907, in Decatur Co., TN. iii. Flora Tolley. Born, circa 1894. Resided: 1982, in Ridgely, Lake RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 114 SIXTH GENERATION Co., TN. She married Will Stafford, 24 Feb 1913, in Decatur Co., TN. 169. Samuel Jackson[6] Tolley. Born, 13 May 1872, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, 1952. Burial in Mt. Ararat Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1910, in Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1920, in Henderson Co., TN. He married, first, Edna J. Wallace, 29 Dec 1892, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 1876. Died, 1921. Burial in Mt. Ararat Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1910, in Henderson Co., TN. Children: 391 i. John W.[7] Tolley. 392 ii. Mary Tolley. iii. Maggie M. Tolley. Born, circa 1896. Resided: 1972, in Jackson, Madison Co., TN. Census: 1910, in Henderson Co., TN. She married Eddie West, 2 Oct 1913, in Decatur Co., TN. 393 iv. Arthur F. Tolley. 394 v. Eliza Ann (Lizzie) Tolley. 395 vi. Winnie B. Tolley. 396 vii. Rhoda/Roby J. Tolley. 397 viii. James Logan Tolley. ix. Inez Tolley. Born, after 1910. Resided: 1979, in Darden, Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1982, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN. She married Unknown Davis. x. Dewey M. Tolley. Born, 28 Jun 1912. Died, 25 Feb 1979. Burial in Christian Chapel, Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1959, in Lincoln, lancaster Co., NE. Resided: 1972, in Jackson, Madison Co., TN. Occupation: Mechanic. He married Beatrice Autry, daughter of Thomas W. Autry and Marena Catherine Davis. Dewey Tolley served in the army in World War II. His obituary does not list any children. xi. Martin Tolley. Born, circa 1913. Census: 1920, in Henderson Co., TN. xii. Mittie Ila Tolley. Born, 21 Sep 1914. Died, 17 Feb 1915. Burial in Mt. Ararat Cem., Henderson Co., TN. xiii. Sophia Tolley. Born, circa 1915. Resided: 1982, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1920, in Henderson Co., TN. She married Elmer Cotham, 10 Sep 1938, in Henderson Co., TN. 398 xiv. Samuel Utley Tolley. He married, second, Allie Martin. Born, 1874. Died, 1946. Burial in Pleasant Grove C, Henderson Co., TN. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 115 SEVENTH GENERATION 170. Zilphia E.[7] Veal (Henry, 77). Born, circa 1870. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. She married George D. O'Guinn, son of William H. (Bill) Ogwin (O'Guin) and Sarah Frances (Fannie) Swift (O'Guinn), 21 Dec 1897. Born, 1875. Children: i. Henry[8] O'Guinn. Born, 7 Aug 1904. Died, 9 Aug 1904. Burial in Methodist Cem., Scotts Hill, Henderson Co., TN. 171. Anna (Roxyanna)[7] Rushing (William T., 96). Born, 1879, in TN. Died, 1967. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. She married J. Houston Chalk, son of James Chalk and Mary E., 15 Dec 1898, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 1867. Died, 1967, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1922, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Children: i. Infant[8] Chalk. Born, 3 Jul 1899. Died, 3 Jul 1899. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 116 SIXTH GENERATION 172. Sarah Cordelia[6] Savage. Born, 1869, in Concord Com., Decatur Co., TN. Died, 1912, in Concord Com., Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Rushing Creek C., Decatur Co., TN. She married William Lawson (Loss) Pearcy, son of Clements C. Pearcy and Margaret McClanahan, 25 Jan 1885, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, Nov 1858, in TN. Died, 1914, in Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Rushing Creek C., Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Carpenter. Children: 399 i. Clara M.[7] Pearcy. 400 ii. Robert Enlow (Bob) Pearcy. iii. Elga P. Pearcy. Born, Jan 1891, in Concord Com., Decatur Co., TN. Died, 1908, in Concord Com., Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Rushing Creek C., Decatur Co., TN. 401 iv. Mary Jewell Pearcy. 402 v. Nannie Jane Pearcy. vi. Bonnie Ray Pearcy. Born, Aug 1898, in Concord Com., Decatur Co., TN. Died, 1930, in Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Rushing Creek C., Decatur Co., TN. 403 vii. Lloyd Bennett Pearcy. 404 viii. Rube Clinton Pearcy. 405 ix. James C. (Curt) Pearcy. x. Infant Pearcy. Born, 1907, in Concord Com., Decatur Co., TN. Died, 1907. Burial in Rushing Creek C., Decatur Co., TN. xi. Louise Pearcy. 173. James M.[6] Savage. Born, 28 Dec 1871, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, 12 Jan 1927, in Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Rushing Creek C., Decatur Co., TN. He married Martha E. Born, 17 Nov 1861. Died, 28 Jun 1951. Burial in Rushing Creek C., Decatur Co., TN. Children: i. Willie M.[7] Savage. Born, 13 Aug 1903. Died, 3 Jun 1904. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 117 SIXTH GENERATION 174. George F.[6] Savage. Born, circa 1877, in Concord Com., Decatur Co., TN. Died, 2 May 1918. Burial in Rushing Creek C., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. George F. Savage died in the great flu epidemic. He married, first, Hettie Welch, 5 Nov 1899, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, circa 1882. Died, 23 May 1915. Burial in Rushing Creek C., Decatur Co., TN. Children: 407 i. Hattie[7] Savage. 408 ii. Lillie Savage. iii. George Savage. Died, circa 1925, in Gibson Co., TN. He married, second, Mary Ethel McCorkle, daughter of James E. McCorkle and M. A. (Rean) Durbin, 28 Jan 1917, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 24 Nov 1892. Died, 5 Oct 1976. Burial in Rushing Creek C., Decatur Co., TN. Children: 406 iv. Georgia Savage. 175. Nannie A.[6] Savage. Born, 1882. Died, 1909. Burial in Rushing Creek C., Decatur Co., TN. She married Felix Lafayette Laster, son of John J. Laster and Bettie Boss, 5 Oct 1902, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 5 Mar 1881. Died, 6 Aug 1974. Burial in Rushing Creek C., Decatur Co., TN. Children: i. Laura Mae[7] Laster. Born, 6 Oct 1903. Died, 9 May 1904. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. 176. D. D. (Dena)[6] Savage. Born, Feb 1888. Burial in Rushing Creek C., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. She married W. Ernest Woods, 19 Oct 1902, in Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Rushing Creek C., Decatur Co., TN. Children: i. Maggie[7] Woods. Born, 28 Jul 1903. Died, 8 Sep 1904. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. ii. Johnny Welch. Born, 1909. Died, 1959. Burial in Rushing Creek C., Decatur Co., TN. Johnny Woods was adopted by his aunt Mary jane Savage and her husband george Welch. iii. Lewis Woods. Born, 9 Jun 1910. Died, 12 Jul 1925. Burial in Rushing Creek C., Decatur Co., TN. 177. Lillie A.[6] Savage. Born, Apr 1889, in Concord Com., Decatur Co., TN. Died, 25 Nov 1917. Burial in Rushing Creek C., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. She married John P. Luna, 22 Apr 1908, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 30 Jan RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 118 SIXTH GENERATION 1883. Died, 15 Oct 1918. Burial in Rushing Creek C., Decatur Co., TN. Children: i. Helen[7] Luna. Born, 1909. Died, 1909. Burial in Rushing Creek C., Decatur Co., TN. 178. William D.[6] Rushing (Calvin, 81). Born, 14 Apr 1841, in TN. Died, 28 Nov 1879, in Garrett Com., Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Gamp Ground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Farmer. He married Nancy. Born, circa 1851. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN. Children: i. Walton W.[7] Rushing. Born, circa 1868. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN. 409 ii. William R. Rushing. iii. Martin L. Rushing. Born, circa 1870. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN. iv. C. O. Rushing. Born, circa 1872. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. 410 v. James R. Rushing. 411 vi. W. C./Willie Rushing. vii. Ella J. Rushing. Born, circa 1879. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. 179. Isabella[6] Rushing (Calvin, 81). Born, 19 Nov 1844, in Perry Co., TN. Died, 16 Aug 1932, in Chesterfield, Henderson Co., TN. Burial in Union Church, Henderson Co., TN. She married Granville M. Walker, son of E. W. (Ezariah?) Walker and Catherine McCall, 17 Oct 1869, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 23 Nov 1846. Died, 2 Dec 1924, in Henderson Co., TN. Burial in Union Church, Henderson Co., TN. An obituary for Granville Walker appears in the "Lexington Progress" for 5 December 1924. Children: i. Elmer E.[7] Walker. Born, 16 Nov 1870. Died, 10 Sep 1872, in Henderson Co., TN. Burial in Union Church, Henderson Co., TN. ii. Edwin D. Walker. Born, 14 Mar 1872. Died, 9 Dec 1876, in Henderson Co., TN. Burial in Union Church, Henderson Co., TN. iii. Ulyses W. Walker. Born, 7 Oct 1873. Died, 11 May 1878, in Henderson Co., TN. Burial in Union Church, Henderson Co., TN. 412 iv. Lela Electra Walker. 413 v. Lucian M. Walker. 414 vi. Pleasant Willie Walker. 180. Margaret[6] Rushing (Calvin, 81). Born, circa 1847, in TN. Resided: 1932, in Princeton, Collin Co., TX. She married Jasper Alexander Frizzell, son of James Sanders Frizzell and Martha Francis Jones, 18 Aug 1872, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 13 Apr 1850, in RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 119 SIXTH GENERATION Henderson Co., TN. Died, 4 Jun 1939. Children: i. William A.[7] Frizzell. Born, circa 1874. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. ii. John T. Frizzell. Born, circa 1878. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. iii. V. G. Frizzell. Born, circa 1879. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. 181. Enoch D.[6] Rushing (Calvin, 81). Born, 25 Jul 1851, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, 1 Oct 1928, in Garrett Com., Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. His name appears as Deason E. Rushing on the Census of 1900 in Decatur County and as Deason Rushing in 1910. He married M. Treasey (Amanda) Loftin, 11 Jan 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 26 Jul 1857. Died, 11 Dec 1919, in Garrett Com., Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Children: 415 i. Lillian A.[7] Rushing. ii. Ader Jane Rushing. Born, 24 Jan 1882, in Garrett Com., Decatur Co., TN. Died, 24 Jan 1882. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. iii. Ernest Felix Rushing. Born, Feb 1886. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1910, in Madison Co., TN. iv. Elmer Thomas Rushing. Born, 1888. Died, 1948. Burial in City Cem., Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1910, in Madison Co., TN. He married Bessie Lee Rogers, daughter of James Tate Rogers and Fredonia Abigail (Donie) Dennison. Elmer Thomas Rushing and his wife Bessie Rogers had no children. 182. Temporance A.[6] Jackson. Born, circa 1828. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. She married William H. Bennett. Born, circa 1826. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Merchant. Children: i. Mary D.[7] Bennett. Born, circa 1848. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. ii. William J. Bennett. Born, circa 1849. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. 183. Frances Emiline[6] Jackson. Born, 16 Dec 1833, in NC. Died, 26 Nov 1910, in Garrett Com., Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. She married Jeremiah Benton (Jerry) Welch (117). RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 120 SIXTH GENERATION 184. James Holden[6] Jackson. Born, 1 May 1837, in Anson Co., NC. Died, 14 Nov 1908. Burial in Smith Chapel, Henderson Co., TN. The family of James Holden Rushing is covered in a 1992 book titled "The Descendants of James Holden Rushing" by Joel F. Jackson, 84 Pecan Circle, Jackson, Tennessee 38301. This book contains detailed sketches of James Holden Jackson, his wives, and each of his children. Joel F. Jackson provides information on two to four more generations in most of the descendant lines than I do. Anyone interested in or descended from this James Holden Rushing should seek out this other book. He married, first, S. Elizabeth, circa 1859. Divorce, circa 1865. Born, circa 1841. Census: 1860, in Decatur Co., TN. Children: i. John Franklin[7] Jackson. Born, 29 Oct 1860. Died, 19 Nov 1931. He married Nettie (Nellie) England. ii. Mary E. Jackson. Born, 1 Aug 1861. She married Dodson. iii. Rena (Sarah A.) Jackson. Born, 1 Jan 1864. She married Colvin. He married, second, Elender (Ellen) J. (Elizabeth) Reed, daughter of James Reed and Minerva, circa 1868. Born, 23 Jun 1847. Died, 23 Feb 1883. Burial in Smith Chapel, Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1880, in McNairy Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Henderson Co., TN. Children: 416 iv. Roxie/Rosey Jackson. 417 v. Gilbert Franklin (Bud) Jackson. vi. Isaac Richard Jackson. Born, 10 Oct 1871. Died, 12 Aug 1889. Burial in Smith Chapel, Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Henderson Co., TN. 418 vii. Millard Fillmore Jackson. viii. Amanda Elizabeth Jackson. Born, 13 Jan 1876. Died, 19 Sep 1945. Burial in Bear Creek Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Henderson Co., TN. She married William R. Creasy, 1 Oct 1918, in Decatur Co., TN. 419 ix. Madison Troy (Doc) Jackson. x. Eliza M. (Dora) Jackson. Born, 23 May 1880. Died, 5 Feb 1960. Burial in Smith Chapel, Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Henderson Co., TN. She married, first, John W. Mills, son of Benjamin Mills and Doras C. Rogers, 12 Dec 1896. She married, second, Robert Marshall Moody. xi. M. J. (Maggie) Jackson. Born, 9 Feb 1883. Died, 26 Aug 1883. Burial in Smith Chapel, Henderson Co., TN. He married, third, Agnes Elizabeth (Aggie) Lomax, daughter of James Lomax and Malinda Moore, 16 Dec 1883, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 7 Sep 1844. Died, 1 Nov 1929. Burial in Smith Chapel, Henderson Co., TN. Agnes E. Lomax was unmarried in 1882 as her name appears on the warranty deed of the sale of the Lomax interest in the Jesse Moore property to F. M. Harrington. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 121 SIXTH GENERATION 185. Leonadus[6] Rushing (William Gilbert, 84). Born, 13 Apr 1837, in Perry Co., TN. Died, 27 Feb 1902, in Garrett Com., Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Farmer. Leonadus Rushing enlisted in the Confederate Army at Trenton, Tennessee, on September 26, 1861. He served in Company H, 31st Regiment, Tennessee Infantry. The regiment was stationed at Island No. 10 for seven months. His military record shows that Leonadus was listed as deserted from Columbus, Kentucky (no date); was listed as deserted May 30, 1862, during the withdrawal from Corinth, Mississippi; appears on the muster roll of Company H on May 11, 1863, near Shelbyville, Tennessee; and was promoted to 4th Sergeant (no date). Company H participated in the battles at Stones River, Chickamauga, Missionary Ridge, Kennesaw Mountain, Jonesboro, Franklin, and Nashville. Company H was payrolled out of service at Jackson, Tennessee, in May 1865. He married, first, Martha Jane Newsom, daughter of Joseph Newsom and Sophia, 5 Jan 1869, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Born, 22 May 1848, in NC. Died, 19 Apr 1890, in Garrett Com., Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Children: i. James W.[7] Rushing. Born, 4 Mar 1870, in Garrett Com., Decatur Co., TN. Died, 19 Apr 1889, in Garrett Com., Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. 420 ii. Sophie Ann Rushing. 421 iii. Minnie Rushing. 422 iv. Eliza Jane Rushing. v. Emille Ester Theresa Rushing. Born, 18 Mar 1877, in Garrett Com., Decatur Co., TN. Died, 22 Aug 1877, in Garrett Com., Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. 423 vi. William J. Rushing. vii. Fannie Mae Rushing. Born, 2 Jul 1880, in Garrett Com., Decatur Co., TN. Died, 22 Dec 1880, in Garrett Com., Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. viii. Thomas Theodore Rushing. Born, 15 Jul 1880, in Garrett Com., Decatur Co., TN. Died, 27 Oct 1882, in Garrett Com., Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. ix. Jimmie W. Rushing. Born, 1883. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. x. Walter L. Rushing. Born, 10 Apr 1885, in Garrett Com., Decatur Co., TN. Died, 14 Sep 1890, in Garrett Com., Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. xi. Etta Rushing. She married Henry Eith Smith, 20 Dec 1898, in Decatur Co., TN. He married, second, Mary Jane Jones, 22 Dec 1892, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 27 Nov 1853. Died, 8 Mar 1901. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Children: 424 xii. Hattie Bell Rushing. 186. Rebecca[6] Rushing (William Gilbert, 84). Born, 11 Sep 1839, in Perry Co., TN. Died, 21 Feb 1925, in Paris, Lamar Co., TX. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 122 SIXTH GENERATION She married George Findley Martin, son of James Martin and Elizabeth C. Findley, 23 Oct 1859, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 9 Sep 1834, in Giles Co.?, TN. Died, 23 Jun 1930, in Paris, Lamar Co., TX. Children: i. Alice D.[7] Martin. Born, circa 1862, in TN. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN. ii. James M. Martin. Born, circa 1863, in TN. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN. iii. William F. Martin. Born, circa 1865, in TN. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN. iv. John W. Martin. Born, circa 1867, in TN. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN. v. Mary A. Martin. Born, circa 1869, in TN. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN. vi. Millard Franklin Martin. Born, 18 Sep 1877, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, 4 Apr 1946, in Lamar Co., TX. He married Ruth K. Rice Capps. 187. Martha F.[6] Rushing (William Gilbert, 84). Born, 5 May 1842. Died, 15 Jan 1917. Burial in G. Holmes Cem., Henderson Co., TN. She married James L. Bagby, circa 1865. Born, 6 May 1838. Died, 7 Jun 1922. Burial in G. Holmes Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. Children: i. Rowena C.[7] Bagby. Born, circa 1867. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. She married Henry A. Marion, 22 Apr 1886, in Decatur Co., TN. ii. William G. Rushing Bagby. Born, circa 1868. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. He married Lillian Dudley. William Rushing Bagby moved first to Texas, then to Melrose, Curry Co., NM. iii. W. L. Bagby. Born, 27 Mar 1869. Died, 25 Dec 1875. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. 425 iv. Cora J. Bagby. v. Lula B. (Lou) Bagby. Born, circa 1874. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. She married, first, Henry A. Marion. She married, second, W. D. Brown. After the death of her first husband Henry Marion, Lou Bagby married Scotts Hill merchant W. D. Brown. They moved to Texas. 426 vi. John A. Bagby. vii. James Tom Bagby. Born, 14 May 1879. Died, 28 Jul 1967, in McNairy Co., TN. Birth(2): circa 1877. Burial in Oak Hill Cem., McNairy Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Preacher. He married Mary Daisy Stedman. J. Tom Bagby was an honor student at Scotts Hill College. He became a Methodist preacher. 427 viii. Herbert Yancey Bagby. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 123 SIXTH GENERATION 188. Sophie (Sophronia) A.[6] Rushing (William Gilbert, 84). Born, 18 Dec 1845. Died, 23 Jun 1879. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. She married Harvey Washington (Wash) Myracle, son of Lawrence L. Myracle and Jane H. Cox, circa 1868. Born, 10 Feb 1839, in Perry Co., TN. Died, 4 Feb 1908, in Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Farmer. Henry W. Myracle "enlisted in the Eighty-fifth Illinois Infantry, Company E, under command of Capt. Dallins, in 1862, serving actively until the close of the war. He participated in the battles of Vicksburg, Jackson, Raymond, Champion Hill and the engagements of the Atlanta campaign, until the capture of Atlanta, from there to the Mississippi River, at Nashville, and during the campaign of General Hood; was afterward sent down river and took part in the battle at Spanish Fort, Mobile. He returned home at the close of the war without a wound, and located in Decatur, where he has since been engaged in agricultural pursuits, and now [1886] owns a valuable farm of about 200 acres, all well improved. . . . [He] has been a devoted member of the Cumberland Presbyterian Church, since 1867. He is a Republican, and a man well known and respected. [Goodspeed's History of Tennessee] Children: 428 i. James W.[7] Myracle. 429 ii. Emma Jane Myracle. 189. John A.[6] Rushing (William Gilbert, 84). Born, circa 1848. He married Louisa J. Carrell, daughter of Edward T. Carrell and Louisa J., 23 Dec 1874, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, circa 1855. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN. Children: i. William Huel[7] Rushing. Born, 27 Aug 1875. Died, 15 Oct 1875. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. William huel Rushing's middle name is known from a death notice written by James M. Holley and published in "The Cumberland Presbyterian," December 2, 1875, p. 8. 190. Penelope E.[6] Rushing (William Gilbert, 84). Born, circa 1852. She married J. Asbury Davis, 16 Mar 1876, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Carpenter. Children: i. James H.[7] Davis. Born, 10 Oct 1876. Died, 10 Oct 1876. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. ii. Thomas M. Davis. Born, 26 Jan 1878. Died, 30 Jan 1878. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. iii. William A. Davis. Born, circa 1878. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. iv. T. L. Davis. Born, Mar 1880. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. v. Mittie Davis. Born, 20 Jul 1889. Died, 21 Oct 1963. Burial in L. F. Davis Cem., Decatur Co., TN. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 124 SIXTH GENERATION 191. Margaret Jane (Janie)[6] Rushing (William Gilbert, 84). Born, circa 1857, in Garrett Com., Decatur Co., TN. Died, 12 Oct 1910, in Commerce, Hunt Co., TX. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. In the census of 1880 she is listed as single and still living in her mother's household. She married John Parker Carroll, son of Edward T. Carrell and Louisa J., 1887, in Paris, Lamar Co., TX. Born, circa 1861. Died, 28 Jul 1912, in Commerce, Hunt Co., TX. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN. Children: 430 i. Clara Clyde[7] Carroll. ii. Bessie Lee Carroll. Born, 9 Sep 1889. Died in Commerce, Hunt Co., TX. She married Carl Lindley, 5 Jan 1910. iii. Sadie Bell Carroll. Born, 11 Mar 1891. Died, 24 Sep 1979, in Commerce, Hunt Co., TX. She married Paul Arnold, 28 Feb 1912. iv. Arbie Millington Carroll. Born, 11 Feb 1893. Died, 28 Nov 1982, in Austin, Travis Co., TX. She married John Simmons. v. Homer John Carroll. Born, 3 Sep 1896. Died in Commerce, Hunt Co., TX. Resided in Dallas, Dallas Co., TX. 192. Richmond/Richard A.[6] White (Albert, 104). Born, 22 Sep 1834. Died, 14 Sep 1907. Burial in Methodist Cem., Scotts Hill, Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Henderson Co., TN. Occupation: Farmer. Richard A. White appears as Richmond White in the 1850 and 1870 censes. He married Louisa Jane McCollum. Born, 2 Aug 1848. Died, 9 Oct 1905. Burial in Methodist Cem., Scotts Hill, Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. Children: i. Mary P.[7] White. Born, circa 1867. Census: 1880, in Henderson Co., TN. ii. Martha E. White. Born, Mar 1869. Census: 1880, in Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. 431 iii. Franklin Cheatham White. 193. William Egbert (Egg)[6] White (Albert, 104). Born, circa 1836. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Henderson Co., TN. Occupation: Farmer. He married Margaret C. Harroway, circa 1857. Born, circa 1839. Census: 1870, in Henderson Co., TN. Children: i. James A.[7] White. Born, circa 1858. Census: 1870, in Henderson Co., TN. ii. Richard Alexander White. Born, circa 1860. Census: 1870, in Henderson Co., TN. 432 iii. Leonard D. White. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 125 SIXTH GENERATION iv. Martha J. White. Born, circa 1865. Census: 1870, in Henderson Co., TN. v. Arry/Ora B. White. Born, circa 1868. Census: 1870, in Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Henderson Co., TN. 433 vi. Neal E. White. 194. Emily/Emeline J.[6] White (Albert, 104). Born, 10 Jan 1838. Died, 29 Jun 1883. Burial in Ebenezer Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. She married John A. Middleton, son of Alfred L. Middleton and Mary. Born, 13 Aug 1827. Died, 18 Dec 1886. Burial in Ebenezer Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Henderson Co., TN. Children: 434 i. Rosey J.[7] Middleton. 435 ii. John M. Middleton. 436 iii. Alfred H. Middleton. iv. Mary F. Middleton. Born, circa 1870. Census: 1880, in Henderson Co., TN. 437 v. William Cook Middleton. vi. Margaret I. (Maggie) Middleton. Born, Jan 1873. Died, 1966. Burial in Methodist Cem., Scotts Hill, Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1961, in Jackson, Madison Co., TN. She married Joseph B. Taylor. 438 vii. Martha Callie Middleton. 195. James T.[6] White (Albert, 104). Born, 1840. Died, 1926. Burial in Methodist Cem., Scotts Hill, Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1870, in Henderson Co., TN. Occupation: Farmer. He married Mary B. Moore, daughter of Alfred Lynch Moore and Carolyn C. Stabaugh (Stobaugh?), before 1870. Born, 1843, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, 1929. Burial in Methodist Cem., Scotts Hill, Henderson Co., TN. Children: i. Arthur E.[7] White. Born, circa 1870. Census: 1870, in Henderson Co., TN. ii. Willie C. White. Born, 1 Sep 1871. Died, 7 Nov 1895. Burial in Methodist Cem., Scotts Hill, Henderson Co., TN. 196. Haywood W. (Wood)[6] White (Albert, 104). Born, 6 Jul 1842, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, 26 Jan 1924, in Henderson Co., TN. Burial in Ebenezer Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. "Wood White, who lived about one and a half miles Southeast of Shady Hill, on a prong of Cane Creek, and in the old 4th civil district of Henderson county, died Saturday morning, January 26th, 1924, after thirteen days of illness. He was taken ill on the 13th of January with something like colic, afterward drifting into a condition resembling paralysis and nine days before his death began to hiccough from which he never got relief. Mr. White had reached the great age of 82 years--and we can say that these years were filled RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 126 SIXTH GENERATION with all that a well-earned good name can give a man. . . . Mr. White was an extensive land holder. . . . He was said to be a Methodist in belief but had not joined the church. ["Lexington Progesss," 1 Feb 1924] He married Nancy Amanda Smith, daughter of Alfred Franklin Smith and Mary Francis Dunavant. Born, 1855. Died, 1895. Burial in Ebenezer Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Children: 439 i. Mary E. (Monnie)[7] White. ii. Adar J. White. Born, circa 1875. Died, circa 1875. Burial in Ebenezer Cem., Henderson Co., TN. iii. Unknown Daughter White. Born, circa 1877. Died, circa 1880. Burial in Ebenezer Cem., Henderson Co., TN. iv. James H. (Jim) White. Born, 1878. Died, 1897. Burial in Ebenezer Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Henderson Co., TN. 440 v. J. William (Will) White. 441 vi. George Washington White. 442 vii. Walter (Walt) White. viii. Ess White. Resided: 1924, in AR. ix. Thomas (Tom) White. Resided: 1924, in AR. 197. Martha B.[6] White (Albert, 104). Born, 15 Mar 1843. Burial in Crawford Cem., Decatur Co., TN (unmarked). Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1860, in Decatur Co., TN. The wife on Jesse W. Brashears is known to have been Martha White. Her birth year is estimated from later censes as circa 1844. A very good fit would be Martha, daughter of Albert White and Martha Rushing. Martha White, daughter of Albert, is listed as age 4 in the 1850 census. No other Martha White in the 1850 census is near the correct age. The fit is good geographically also. Descendants of Jesse W. Brashears lived in the Decatur County communities of Crawford and Peace Chapel near Scotts Hill as well as in Scotts Hill itself. The Albert White family lived just to the west in Henderson Co. in Scotts Hill. She married Jesse W. Brashears, son of Walter Brashears and Elizabeth Roberts, circa 1860. Born, 31 Mar 1834. Died, 19 Nov 1892. Burial in Crawford Cem., Decatur Co., TN (unmarked). Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. Children: 443 i. Fredona E.[7] Brasher. ii. David W. Brasher. Born, 4 May 1864, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. Charles Brashear of San Diego, CA, notes that David W. Brasher died of tuberculosis and that he never married. 444 iii. Joel Elias (Jack) Brasher. iv. Elijah Walter Brasher. Born, 8 Oct 1870, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. Charles Brashear of San Diego, CA, notes that Walter Brasher never married. v. Arrie B. Brasher. Born, 8 Oct 1872, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 127 SIXTH GENERATION circa 1896. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. She married Jim Wylie. Charles Brashear of San Diego, CA, notes that she had seven children. 445 vi. Phillip Logan Brasher. 446 vii. Minnie A. Brasher. viii. Delia M. Brasher. Born, 6 Apr 1879, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. Charles Brashear of San Diego, CA, notes that Delia died in her teens, not married. ix. Askin Brasher. Born, 31 Jul 1881, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, 27 Jul 1885. x. Bettie E. Brashear. Born, 13 Jan 1885, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, 24 Oct 1901. Burial in Peace Chapel, Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. She married Charlie Morgan. License, 18 Sep 1901, in Decatur Co., TN. 198. Melvina[6] White (Albert, 104). Born, 7 Feb 1848. Died, 11 Aug 1878. Burial in Ebenezer Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. She married L. A. Helms. Children: i. Jonathan Wit[7] Helms. Born, 20 Sep 1874. Died, 18 Aug 1877. Burial in Ebenezer Cem., Henderson Co., TN. ii. Anthama Helms. Born, 15 May 1877. Died, 22 Oct 1877. Burial in Ebenezer Cem., Henderson Co., TN. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 128 SEVENTH GENERATION 199. James Carrol[7] Rushing (Clinton C., 86). Born, circa 1870. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. He married Nancy Price, 7 Nov 1897, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, Jan 1878. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. Children: i. Zenoba[8] Rushing. Born, Jul 1897. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. ii. Allie Rushing. Born, Nov 1899. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. 200. Dora A.[7] Rushing (Clinton C., 86). Born, circa 1877. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. She married L. W. Wyatt, 6 Jun 1895, in Decatur Co., TN. Children: i. Anna[8] Wyatt. Born, circa 1896. Census: 1910, in Decatur Co., TN. 201. Charles Darnell[7] Lacy. Born, 17 Aug 1867. Died, 21 Mar 1948. Census: 1870, in Shelby Co., TX. He married Maggie Senora Hooker, 1894, in Carthage, Panola Co., TX. Born, 29 May 1868. Died, 17 Jan 1937. Children: i. Charlcie Senora[8] Lacy. ii. Pauline Periwinkle Lacy. iii. Edna Evelyn Lacy. iv. Bessie Mae Lacy. v. Lucille Lacy. 202. Emurinth (Amaranth) (Emma) J.[7] Welch (Elijah W., 119). Born, circa 1851. Died, after 1920. Census: 1920, in Decatur Co., TN. She is Amersuth Rushing in the 1920 census. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 129 SEVENTH GENERATION She married Edgar Davin Rushing (98). 203. Mary J.[7] Welch (Elijah W., 119). Born, 1855. Died, 1938. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN. She married Edward Smith Wright, son of John M. Wright and Mary Williams, 22 Nov 1877, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 10 Apr 1855. Died, 1898. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Miller. Children: i. Charles S.[8] Wright. Born, 28 Dec 1878. Died, 5 Apr 1895. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. 447 ii. William E. Wright. iii. Jesse C. Wright. Born, 1882. Died, 1953. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. He married Fronia Ann (Fronie) Brigance, 4 May 1913, in Decatur Co., TN. iv. Mary F. Wright. Born, Oct 1883. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. v. John E. Wright. Born, May 1887. Died, 1979. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. He married Bertie E. 448 vi. Sula J. Wright. 204. Nancy Joanna[7] Welch (Elijah W., 119). Born, 29 Jul 1859. Died, 30 May 1891. Burial in Methodist Cem., Scotts Hill, Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. She married Washington William Smith, son of Alfred Franklin Smith and Mary Francis Dunavant, 8 Mar 1883, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 1846. Died, 1897. Burial in Methodist Cem., Scotts Hill, Henderson Co., TN. Children: i. Sally[8] Smith. ii. Robert Smith. iii. Elmer Smith. iv. Albert Smith. 205. Nannie[7] Rushing (William Henry Hendricks, 91). Born, 1874. Died, 1956, in Dyersburg, Dyer Co., TN. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. She married Gaston G. (Gooch) Christenberry, son of George H. Christenberry and Liza A., 24 Dec 1892, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, circa 1870. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN. Children: i. Bulah[8] Christenberry. Born, 5 Oct 1893. Died, 20 Aug 1970. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1916, in Jackson, Madison Co., TN. Resided: 1956, in Dyersburg, Dyer Co., TN. She married S. Emmett Parker, son of Syd G. Parker, 17 Dec 1913, in Decatur Co., TN. ii. Willie H. Christenberry. Born, 1901. Died, 1949. Burial in RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 130 SEVENTH GENERATION Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. 206. Cora Mae[7] Rushing (William Henry Hendricks, 91). Born, 15 Sep 1878, in Garrett Com., Decatur Co., TN. Died, 13 Mar 1910, in Garrett Com., Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. She married William G. Rains, son of William G. Rains and Joan F. Parker, 4 Dec 1904, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 1876. Died, 1934. Burial in Parsons Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. Children: 449 i. William Rushing[8] Rains. 207. Robert A.[7] Rushing (Elijah, 92). Born, Aug 1868. Census: 1880, in Shelby Co., TX. Census: 1900, in Shelby Co., TX. Occupation: Merchant. He married Ola, circa 1891. Born, Feb 1873, in TX. Children: i. Emmett[8] Rushing. Born, circa 1891. Census: 1900, in Shelby Co., TX. 208. William Garrett[7] Moore. Born, 22 Jan 1862, in Garrett Com., Decatur Co., TN. Died, 28 Mar 1930, in Garrett Com., Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. He married Sophie Ann Rushing (420), 1 Sep 1889, in Garrett Com., Decatur Co., TN. Children: i. Walter[8] Moore. Born, 21 Sep 1890, in Garrett Com., Decatur Co., TN. Died, 26 Sep 1890, in Garrett Com., Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. 450 ii. Millie Ester Moore. 451 iii. Elbert Lee Moore. 452 iv. Mary Jane Moore. 453 v. William Wesley (Wes) Moore. vi. Bessie Viola Moore. Born, 14 Apr 1899, in Garrett Com., Decatur Co., TN. Died, 11 Jun 1970, in Mt. Morris, Genesee Co., MI. Burial in Mt. Morris, Genesee Co., MI. She married Orin B. Snyder, 16 Nov 1934, in Decatur Co., TN. vii. Leslie Roy Moore. Born, 14 Sep 1902, in Garrett Com., Decatur Co., TN. Died, 18 Apr 1916, in Garrett Com., Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. An obituary for Leslie Moore appears in the Decatur County Herald for Friday, April 21, 1916. "Leslie, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Willie Moore, died at their home near Campground Tuesday after an illness of several weeks of typhoid fever. . . . He was laid to rest Wednesday afternoor in the Campground cemetery in the presence of a large number of weeping relatives and friends. Funeral services were conducted by Rev. Boren of Darden." Elsewhere in the issue is a note that "Mr. J. H. Chalk and wife, RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 131 SEVENTH GENERATION Mr. Chess Myracle and wife and Mrs. J. A. Chalk attended the burial of Leslie Moore, at Campground, Wednesday." 454 viii. Maggie Augustie Moore. ix. Jimmy Roy Moore. Born, 5 Aug 1907, in Garrett Com., Decatur Co., TN. Died, 23 Oct 1994, in Garrett Com., Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Farmer. He married Maggie Mae Box, daughter of Sanders V. Box and Clerica A. Gilbert, 24 Dec 1942. Roy Moore was a private in the U.S. Army during World War II. x. Ethel Irene Moore. Born, 15 Apr 1909, in Garrett Com., Decatur Co., TN. Died, 28 May 1987, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. 209. Margaret Gilpha[7] Moore. Born, 5 Mar 1868, in Garrett Com., Decatur Co., TN. Died, 11 Feb 1903, in Abilene, Taylor Co., TX. She married J. Thomas Pearcy, son of John W. Pearcy and Isabelle, 28 Oct 1894. Born, 10 Jul 1863. Died, 5 May 1898. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Children: i. Infant[8] Pearcy. Born, 7 Jul 1896. Died, 8 Jul 1896. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. 210. Green B.[7] Davis. Born, 6 Dec 1856. Died, 7 Dec 1893. Burial in L. F. Davis Cem., Decatur Co., TN. He married Emily Serena Milam, daughter of William Henry Milam and Martha A. Warden, 12 Dec 1877, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 17 Aug 1857. Died, 17 Mar 1932. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN. Children: i. Will F.[8] Davis. Born, 14 Nov 1878. Died, 5 Nov 1951. Burial in L. F. Davis Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. 455 ii. Minnie A. Davis. iii. Mittie Davis. Born, 20 Sep 1889. Died, 21 Oct 1963. Burial in L. F. Davis Cem., Decatur Co., TN. 211. Elizabeth (Eliza) Jane[7] Davis. Born, 1858. Died, 1914. Burial in L. F. Davis Cem., Decatur Co., TN. She married Hale H. Lacy (280). 212. Mollie (Mary) Rebecca[7] Davis. Born, 13 Aug 1860. Died, 2 Jun 1937. Burial in L. F. Davis Cem., Decatur Co., TN. She married James Monroe Roberts, son of Houston A. Roberts and Permelia E. Brasher, 24 Dec 1876, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 15 Jan 1855, in Decatur Co., RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 132 SEVENTH GENERATION TN. Died, 31 Jan 1940, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Burial in L. F. Davis Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Gristmill. Children: 458 i. Margarett Elizabeth[8] Roberts. ii. Bertha A. Roberts. Born, 31 Dec 1879. Died, 19 Jan 1880. Burial in L. F. Davis Cem., Decatur Co., TN. iii. Ada J. Roberts. Born, 24 Dec 1880. Died, 23 Feb 1898. Burial in L. F. Davis Cem., Decatur Co., TN. iv. Alice M. Roberts. Born, 13 Jul 1883. Died, 17 Dec 1909. Burial in L. F. Davis Cem., Decatur Co., TN. v. J. Walter Roberts. Born, 4 Dec 1885. Died, 10 Oct 1886. Burial in L. F. Davis Cem., Decatur Co., TN. 459 vi. Oscar Houston Roberts. vii. Infant Son Roberts. Born, 18 Feb 1890. Died, 18 Feb 1890. Burial in L. F. Davis Cem., Decatur County, TN. 460 viii. Bessie Pearl Roberts. 461 ix. Herbert Green Roberts. 213. Leora J.[7] Rushing (Edgar Davin, 98). Born, 1870, in MO. Died, 1939. Burial in Bear Creek Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Madison Co., TN. She married Isaac Hayes, son of James (Jimmy) Hays and Malissa Ann/Elizabeth (Bet) Presley, 4 Jan 1894, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 1871. Died, 1956. Burial in Bear Creek Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Children: 462 i. Glinner Jewel[8] Hays. 214. Alice M. N.[7] Rushing (Edgar Davin, 98). Born, 1872. Died, 1914. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Madison Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. She married Felix Watson Dennison, son of Benjamin S. Dennison and Barbara Allen, 5 Jun 1889, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 1868. Died, 1960. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Farmer. Children: 463 i. Herbert[8] Dennison. 464 ii. Beulah B. Dennison. 465 iii. James Ellis Dennison. 466 iv. Arbie F. Dennison. 467 v. Hattie M. (Mattie) Dennison. 468 vi. Ulysses Dennison. vii. Infant Dennison. Born, 1907. Died, 21 May 1907. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. viii. Willie Dennison. Born, 5 Jan 1913. Died, 13 Feb 1913. 215. Virginia (Jennie) B.[7] Rushing (Edgar Davin, 98). Born, 1877. Died, 1 Jan 1959, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Bear Creek Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Madison Co., TN. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 133 SEVENTH GENERATION She married Rutherford B. Hays, son of James (Jimmy) Hays and Malissa Ann/Elizabeth (Bet) Presley. License, 14 Jul 1898, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 1877. Died, 1965. Burial in Bear Creek Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Children: 469 i. Leslie Willard (Lee)[8] Hays. 470 ii. Ernest Wilmer Hayes. 471 iii. Ollie Hayes. 472 iv. Edgar J. Hays. 473 v. Bennie Ray Hayes. 216. Lewis Jeff[7] Rushing (Edgar Davin, 98). Born, 1883. Died, before 1959. Burial in Mt. Zion Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1910, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1920, in Decatur Co., TN. He married Tennie Currin, daughter of Unknown Currin and Unknown, 21 Jul 1901, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 1886. Died, 20 Jan 1958. Burial in Mt. Zion Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Children: i. Barney L.[8] Rushing. Born, 1902. Died, 1956. Burial in Hopewell Cem., Carroll Co., TN. Census: 1910, in Decatur Co., TN. He married Kittie Bell. ii. Leona Rushing. Born, 1904. Resided: 1958, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1920, in Decatur Co., TN. She married Wiley Ray White. 474 iii. Jetty (Jettie) Rushing. 475 iv. Clayton Rushing. v. Elvis Wylie Rushing. Born, 1913. Died, 1961. Burial in Mt. Zion Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1958, in Bolivar, Hardeman Co., TN. Census: 1920, in Decatur Co., TN. vi. Alton Rushing. Born, circa 1918. Resided: 1958, in Chicago, IL. Census: 1920, in Decatur Co., TN. vii. Homer Rushing. Born, after 1920. Resided: 1958, in Chicago, IL. viii. C. R. Rushing. Born, after 1920. Resided: 1958, in Japan. 217. Luther F.[7] Rushing (Edgar Davin, 98). Born, 1889. Died, 1960. Burial in Bear Creek Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1951, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. He married Venia Tolley (379), 21 Aug 1909, in Decatur Co., TN. Children: i. Hurshel Lee[8] Rushing. Born, 23 Sep 1910. Died, 10 Aug 1963, in Murfreesboro, Rutherford Co., TN. Burial in Bear Creek Cem., Decatur Co., TN. He apparantly was severely wounded in World War II. An announcement of his death in the "Parsons News Leader" notes that he had been in the VA Hospital for 20 years. ii. Herlet W. Rushing. Born, 20 Jan 1914. Died, 6 Oct 1916. Burial in Bear Creek Cem., Decatur Co., TN. iii. Woodrow Rushing. Born, 1915. Died, 1915. Burial in Mt. Zion Cem., Decatur Co., TN. iv. Virgil Lee Rushing. Born, 28 Jan 1917. Died, 22 Jun 1944, in RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 134 SEVENTH GENERATION France. Burial in Bear Creek Cem., Decatur Co., TN. He married Mae Savage, 10 Oct 1936, in Decatur Co., TN. His tombstone notes him to have been a 1st Sergent in World War II, killed in action in France. v. James Rushing. Resided: 1963, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. He married Louise Hart, 18 Jul 1939, in Decatur Co., TN. 476 vi. Lorene Rushing. vii. Mayhugh Rushing. Born, 3 Jan 1927. Died, 4 Apr 1930. Burial in Bear Creek Cem., Decatur Co., TN. viii. Pauline Rushing. Resided: 1963, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1963, in Waynesboro, Wayne Co., TN. She married, first, Bridges, before 1950. She married, second, Unknown Blankenship, before 1963. 477 ix. Golden Rushing. 218. W. Clyde[7] Rushing (Edgar Davin, 98). Born, 17 Jun 1892. Died, 21 Sep 1951. Burial in Bear Creek Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1910, in Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Farmer. W. Clyde Rushing was a veteran of World War I. He was a member of Tomlin Chapel Baptist Church. He married Aura Zella Hayes, daughter of William P. (Bill) Hayes and Izora C. (Dode) Taylor. Born, 12 Sep 1897. Died, 4 Dec 1955. Burial in Bear Creek Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Factory. Children: 478 i. Leroy[8] Rushing. ii. Bonnie Ray Rushing. Born, 2 Feb 1925. Died, 2 Feb 1925. Burial in Bear Creek Cem., Decatur Co., TN. iii. Harry Rushing. Born, 14 Jan 1926. Died, 14 Jan 1926. Burial in Bear Creek Cem., Decatur Co., TN. iv. Harrell Rushing. Born, 14 Jan 1926. Died, 6 Feb 1926. Burial in Bear Creek Cem., Decatur Co., TN. 219. Alice L.[7] Rushing (Green B., 99). Born, 1876. Died, 1901. Burial in Duke Chapel Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. She married Isaac Franklin Hays, son of John H. Hays and Sarah M. A., 10 Jul 1898, in Henderson Co., TN. Born, 1876. Died, 1967. Burial in Duke Chapel Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1956, in Darden, Henderson Co., TN. Children: i. Alpha[8] Hays. Born, 1898. Died, 1900. Burial in Duke Chapel Cem., Henderson Co., TN. 220. Granville L.[7] Rushing (Green B., 99). Born, circa 1879. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1910, in Jackson, Madison Co., TN. He married Ada Payton, 8 Jan 1902, in Henderson Co., TN. Born, circa 1880. Census: 1910, in Madison Co., TN. Children: RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 135 SEVENTH GENERATION i. Chester[8] Rushing. Born, circa 1904. Census: 1910, in Madison Co., TN. ii. Myrtle Rushing. Born, circa 1906. Census: 1910, in Madison Co., TN. iii. Opal Rushing. Born, circa 1907. Census: 1910, in Madison Co., TN. 221. James Walter[7] Rushing (Abraham Franklin, 101). Born, 10 Feb 1872, in Mitchellville, Saline Co., TN. Died, 4 Oct 1959, in Dyersburg, Dyer Co., TN. Burial in Memorial Gardens, Dyersburg, Dyer Co., TN. Resided: after 1957, in Dyersburg, Dyer Co., TN. Occupation: Timber. James Walter Rushing was raised in Harrison Mills, Illinois. He was a member of the Church of the Lord Jesus Christ in the Mt. Carmel community of Decatur Co., Tennessee. He died from a heart attack. He married Mary Angelyn Cooper, daughter of John Gilbert Cooper and Lettie Texas Biggs, 5 Jan 1901, in Pinewood, Hickman Co., TN. Born, 14 Jan 1886, in Coble, Hickman Co., TN. Died, 24 Nov 1971, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN. Burial in Dyersburg, Dyer Co., TN. Children: i. William Homes (Homer?)[8] Rushing. Born, 26 Feb 1902, in Perry Co., TN. Died, 13 Jan 1982, in Dyersburg, Dyer Co., TN. Resided: 1974, in Dyersburg, Dyer Co., TN. He married Leoder Bates, Aug 1921. ii. Jesse Dee Rushing. Born, 4 Jul 1904, in Perry Co., TN. Resided: 1974, in Chicago, Cook Co., IL. Resided: 1993, in Chicago, Cook Co., IL. He married Mildred Irene Smith, 25 Jan 1931. iii. Robert Fulton (Bob) Rushing. Born, 9 Jun 1906, in Perry Co., TN. Died, 16 Feb 1982. Resided: 1974, in Detroit, Wayne Co., MI. He married Claydie Hill. 479 iv. Archie (Arch) Clifton Rushing. 480 v. Cloatie/Claudia B. Rushing. vi. Infant Twins Rushing. Born, 28 Apr 1917, in Perry Co., TN. Died, 28 Apr 1917, in Perry Co., TN. 481 vii. Hasting S. Rushing. viii. J. T. (Joe Thomas) Rushing. Born, 17 Jan 1922. Died, before 1993. Resided: 1959, in Kimball, McDowell Co., WV. Resided: 1974, in Detroit, Wayne Co., MI. He married, first, Thelma Mae Moore, daughter of Henry Martin Moore and Annie Belle Rosson, 21 Dec 1940, in Decatur Co., TN. Divorce, circa 1942. He married, second, Mildred. J. T. Rushing's name was always J. T. Rushing, initials only. When he went into the army he was forced to have a name rather than just initials. He chose the name Joe Thomas. 222. Ellen Hetty Ann[7] Fisher. Born, 27 Jan 1852. Died, 17 Oct 1943, in Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Mt. Lebanon Cem., Decatur Co., TN (unmarked). Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1933, in Mt. Lebanon Com., Decatur Co., TN. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 136 SEVENTH GENERATION She married, first, M. D. L. (Fate) Keeton, 15 Dec 1870. Born, 1 Sep 1846. Died, 11 Jun 1891. Burial in Mt. Lebanon Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Timber. Fate Keeton was killed in a logging accident. Children: i. John Robert (Bob)[8] Keeton. Born, 8 May 1873. Died, 17 Apr 1916. Burial in Mt. Lebanon Cem., Decatur Co., TN. He married Alice Dora Thweatt, daughter of Paton L. Thweatt and Harriett M. Yarbro, 20 Mar 1897, in Decatur Co., TN. ii. Ann Keeton. iii. Gordon Keeton. iv. Will Keeton. v. Dora Keeton. She married, second, Ace T. Moody, 31 Jan 1893, in Decatur Co., TN. Divorce, before 1899. Children: 482 vi. Vester Green (Bess) Moody. She married, third, J. P. Price, 28 Jul 1898, in Decatur Co., TN. 223. Mary[7] Fisher. Born, 6 Apr 1857. Died, 6 Jan 1933, in Mt. Lebanon Com., Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Mt. Lebanon Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN. Mary (Fisher) Lacy died of spinal meningitis. She was a member of Mt. Lebanon Methodist Church. She married Calvin Cecil (Kat) Lacy (131). 224. Martha[7] Fisher. Born, 31 Jan 1862. Died, 25 Jun 1946. Burial in City Cem., Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN. She married Joseph Martin Blount, son of John Blount and Lucinda Yarbro, 18 Aug 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 26 Nov 1858. Died, 26 Nov 1929. Burial in City Cem., Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Lawyer. "Joseph M. Blount, member of the 54th General Assembly, represented Decatur and Benton Counties. . . . He attended Decatur County schools, studied law and practiced in Decaturville. He began his career as a merchant and farmer, was sheriff of the county six years, elected road supervisor and election commissioner, and served as county judge." [History of Decatur County, Memphis State Edition] Children: i. Jesse W.[8] Blount. Born, 24 Apr 1884. Died, 2 Nov 1966. Burial in City Cem., Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1960, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Storekeeper. He married Mary Long, 22 Jul 1906, in Decatur Co., TN. 483 ii. Latham B. Blount. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 137 SEVENTH GENERATION iii. Richard Blount. Born, 1 Nov 1894. Died, 18 Jan 1976. Burial in City Cem., Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1960, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. He married Vera Butler, 21 Dec 1916, in Decatur Co., TN. iv. Nannie Blount. Born, 7 Sep 1896. Died, 13 Aug 1987. Burial in City Cem., Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1960, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Teacher. She married Jess L. Wallace, son of Samuel M. Wallace and Emily E. Fisher. v. Elias Blount. Born, 1 Dec 1899, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, 3 Apr 1960, in Nashville, Davidson Co., TN. Burial in City Cem., Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. He married Alpha Jackson. Elias Blount was an invalid for 40 years after having been injured while serving in the navy. He died at the Veterans Administration Hospital in Nashville. A military marker used as a footstone on his grave reads "Tennessee Pvt HA2 US Navy World War I." 484 vi. Orville J. (Sug) Blount. vii. Claude Blount. Resided: 1960, in Dyersburg, Dyer Co., TN. Occupation: Bookkeeper. viii. Henry Blount. Died, 1944, in Bemis, Madison Co., TN. ix. Gus Blount. Gus Blount served in the army during World War I. x. Beatrice Blount. Occupation: Teacher. She married Unknown Russell. 225. Gabriel[7] White (Albert, 104). Born, circa 1853. Census: 1870, in Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Henderson Co., TN. She married Unknown (Robert?) Deer. There was a Robert Deer, age 20 living in the household of Albert White in the 1870 census in Henderson Co. Children: i. James A.[8] Deer. Born, circa 1874. Census: 1880, in Henderson Co., TN. ii. Walter W. Deer. Born, circa 1876. Census: 1880, in Henderson Co., TN. iii. Robert L. Deer. Born, circa 1879. Census: 1880, in Henderson Co., TN. 226. Salina Bell (Lena)[7] White (Albert, 104). Born, 1871. Died, 1946. Burial in Methodist Cem., Scotts Hill, Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Henderson Co., TN. She married William A. (Will) Swift, son of John Wesley Swift and Elizabeth (Betty) Harrell. Born, 1869. Died, 1927. Burial in Methodist Cem., Scotts Hill, Henderson Co., TN. Children: 485 i. Ethel[8] Swift. ii. Bertha Swift. Born, 1900. Died, 1989. Burial in Methodist Cem., Scotts Hill, Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1973, in Scotts Hill, RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 138 SEVENTH GENERATION TN. She married Dewey Clenny. 486 iii. Jesse Fielder Swift. iv. Arbon Swift. Born, 1905. Died, 1981. Burial in Methodist Cem., Scotts Hill, Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1973, in Scotts Hill, TN. He married Johntie McClure, daughter of Johnty McCluer and Minerva McKenzie. 487 v. Ernest Haywood Swift. vi. Hubert Swift. Resided: 1981, in Scotts Hill, TN. 227. George S.[7] Harrell. Born, 1846, in TN. Died, 1884. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. He married, first, Margarett Wright, daughter of John M. Wright and Mary Williams, circa 1868. Born, 14 Oct 1848. Died, 1885. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN. Children: 488 i. John W.[8] Harrell. ii. Thomas S. Harrell. Born, 1871. Died, 1892. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. iii. Margarett L. Harrell. Born, circa 1873. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. iv. Mary E. (or A.) Harrell. Born, circa 1875. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. In 1900 Mary is living with her brother John W. Harrell. 489 v. Wesley (Wess) (West) Harrell. 490 vi. James Edward Harrell. He married, second, Manerva Jennings, 6 Jan 1882, in Decatur Co., TN. 228. Cornelius (Neal)[7] Harrell. Born, 22 May 1848, in TN. Died, 8 Sep 1884. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. He married Nancy C. (Nannie) Raney, daughter of James H. Raney and Amanda Bryant, 2 Feb 1871, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 8 Nov 1846. Died, 4 Nov 1931. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. Children: i. Mary J.[8] Harrell. Born, circa 1872. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. ii. Amanda A. Harrell. Born, circa 1873. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. iii. Maggie B. Harrell. Born, 1877. Died, 1934. Birth(2): Oct 1876. Burial in Mt. Zion Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. She married J. Riley Hobbs, son of Thomas H. Hobbs and Frances I. (Fannie), 15 Dec 1912, in Decatur Co., TN. iv. Acil Harrell. Born, Feb 1885. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 139 SEVENTH GENERATION 229. Virginia Elizabeth[7] Harrell. Born, 3 Nov 1853. Died, 4 Apr 1924. Burial in New Hope Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Assignment of Virginia Elizabeth Harrell as daughter of George W. Harrell is based on name similarities (note George W., Cornelius, Fredonia/Donia). Census data for 1860 and 1870 are too poor to assign Virginia to her parents based on the census. She married Richard Burl Rushing (153). 230. James M.[7] Harrell. Born, Feb 1857, in TN. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Henderson Co., TN. He married Mary E. Born, Sep 1860. Census: 1880, in Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Henderson Co., TN. Children: i. Cora L.[8] Harrell. Born, Apr 1879. Census: 1880, in Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Henderson Co., TN. ii. Ellen J. Harrell. Born, Mar 1885. Census: 1900, in Henderson Co., TN. 491 iii. Durey Burgess Harrell. iv. July V. Harrell. Born, Aug 1891. Census: 1900, in Henderson Co., TN. v. Vesta Harrell. Born, Feb 1895. Census: 1900, in Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1971, in Reagan, Henderson Co., TN. She married Unknown Middleton. vi. Genora Harrell. Born, Sep 1897. Census: 1900, in Henderson Co., TN. vii. Alvin T. Harrell. Born, Jun 1900. Census: 1900, in Henderson Co., TN. 231. Eliza J.[7] Harrell. Born, 2 Sep 1858, in TN. Died, 17 Feb 1928. Burial in City Cem., Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. Eliza seems to be the Lizzy Elliot with a two year old son living in the household of George W. Harrell in the 1880 census. She married, first, Unknown Elliot. Children: i. Jack[8] Elliot. Born, circa 1878. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. She married, second, Samuel H. Moreland, son of J. C. Moreland and Prudence, 21 Dec 1879, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 1854. Died, 1936. Burial in City Cem., Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Children: 492 ii. Ernest F. Moreland. iii. George W. Moreland. Born, 1 Aug 1884. Died, 20 Nov 1911. Burial in City Cem., Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 140 SEVENTH GENERATION 232. Henry Calhoun (Uncle Cal)[7] White (Nicholas Daniel, 108). Born, 6 Apr 1851, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, 23 Mar 1942, in Henderson Co., TN. Burial in Ebenezer Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN. Henry Calhoun White was known as "H. C." or "Uncle Cal." An obituary for him notes that he lived in the Oak Grove community for 50 years then moved to the Ebenezer community. He was a Methodist, joining originally Concord Methodist Church in Decatur Co. At the time of his death he was a member of Ebenezer Methodist Church. Turner's "History of Scotts Hill, Tennessee" notes: "Some Whites who relocated from rural Decatur County on our Cane Creek became known as 'The Cane Creek Whites.' They were generally prosperous, respected and influential farmers. We recall that carroll [sic.] (Uncle Cal) was sort of leader of these Whites." He married Jenorah Dudley (Nodie) Kelley, daughter of Albert Kelley and Sarah Wyatt, 2 Mar 1881, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 4 Feb 1858, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, 21 Apr 1923, in Reagan, Henderson Co., TN. Burial in Ebenezer Cem., Henderson Co., TN. At the time of her death Nodie (Kelley) White was a member of Barren Springs Primitive Baptist Church. Children: 493 i. Effie[8] White. 494 ii. Myrtle E. White. 495 iii. Nicholas Albert White. iv. Robert E. White. Born, 21 Nov 1886. Died, 14 Jan 1971, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN. Burial in Ebenezer Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1965, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN. Occupation: Attorney. He married Queenie Joselyn. Robert E. White was an attorney and served as head of the Selective Service office in Henderson County for many years. A military marker on his grave reads "Tennessee Cpl 30 Infantry World War II." An obituary says that he was survived by nieces and nephews but did not mention wife or children. 233. George M.[7] White (Nicholas Daniel, 108). Born, 10 Jul 1853. Died, 28 Apr 1927. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Farmer. He married Anna E./Eliza A. Raney, daughter of James H. Raney and Amanda Bryant, 2 Nov 1879, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 2 Mar 1852. Died, 26 May 1910. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. Children: 496 i. George Ernest[8] White. 497 ii. William H. (Bill) White. iii. Nick O. White. Born, Mar 1886. Died, 1956. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. iv. James M. White. Born, Dec 1887. Died, 1966. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 141 SEVENTH GENERATION v. Sallie M. White. Born, Aug 1890. Died, 1972. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. 234. Robert Alexander (Elic)[7] White (Nicholas Daniel, 108). Born, 17 Dec 1856. Died, 6 Oct 1926. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Farmer. He married Francis Statira (Fannie) Dickerson, daughter of Nathaniel Dickerson and Rebecca, 29 May 1878, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 29 Jul 1856. Died, Apr 1933. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Children: 498 i. Coy E.[8] White. 499 ii. Jackson Landon White. 500 iii. Elmer Patrick White. 501 iv. Duly H./Homer White. 502 v. Clara White. 503 vi. Robert Maurry White. 504 vii. Maggie Luna White. 505 viii. Nannie Estelle White. ix. Charles (Charlie) White. Born, Jul 1898. Died in TX. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1945, in Denver, Denver Co., CO. Charles White left Decatur Co. as a young man. At one time he lived in Denver. He died in Texas. 235. Margaret Serathena[7] White (Nicholas Daniel, 108). Born, 12 Jun 1860. Died, 27 Dec 1905. Burial in Simmons Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. She married James K. Martin, son of F. Benjamin Martin and Francis Ann, 1 Apr 1883, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 1862. Died, 1935. Burial in Simmons Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1922, in Bath Springs, Decatur Co., TN. Children: 506 i. James Ben[8] Martin. ii. Alvah L. Martin. Born, 14 Jan 1884. Died, 17 Jul 1895. Burial in Simmons Cem., Decatur Co., TN. iii. Grover M. Martin. Born, 10 May 1886. Died, 9 Oct 1968. Burial in Red House Cem., Decatur Co., TN. He married Ruby Orlean Holley. iv. Infant Son Martin. Born, 8 May 1892. Died, 17 May 1892. Burial in Simmons Cem., Decatur Co., TN. v. Infant Son Martin. Born, 8 Apr 1893. Died, 8 Apr 1893. Burial in Simmons Cem., Decatur Co., TN. vi. A. W. Martin. Born, 28 May 1894. Died, 17 Jul 1895. Burial in Simmons Cem., Decatur Co., TN. vii. M. E. Martin. Born, 5 Aug 1897. Died, 4 Nov 1898. Burial in Simmons Cem., Decatur Co., TN. viii. Henry F. Martin. Born, 17 Nov 1902. Died, 28 Mar 1920. Burial in Simmons Cem., Decatur Co., TN. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 142 SEVENTH GENERATION 236. Mary Jane[7] White (Wiley, 109). Born, 7 Aug 1849, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, 11 Nov 1891, in Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. She married Andrew Jackson Blackburn, son of William Blackburn and Jane Coop. Born, 5 Oct 1843, in Perry Co., TN. Died, 4 Dec 1908, in Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. A military marker used as a footstone on his grave notes "Pvt Co G 19 Regt Tenn Cav Confederate States Army." Children: 507 i. Ella J.[8] Blackburn. ii. John Wiley Blackburn. Born, 15 Dec 1873, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Died, 7 Sep 1875. Death(2): 16 Aug 1874. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. 508 iii. Ida Belle Blackburn. 509 iv. William Jasper Blackburn. 510 v. Emma Lee Blackburn. 511 vi. Glenna May Blackburn. 237. Reubin[7] Smith. Born, 10 Feb 1847. Died, 15 May 1907. Burial in City Cem., Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Merchant. "Reubin Smith, merchant, is a native of Decatur County. . . . [He] is the eldest child born to his parents. He was reared on the farm, and at the time of the breaking out of the war was attending the Decaturville Academy; but at this time all schools were closed, consequently his education was not completed. Soon after the conclusion of the war he began clerking in the dry goods store of Young, Storm & Smith, and in 1874 became a partner with his father in a general merchantile business, which he has continued up to the present [1887]. . . . He is a Democrat, and has been a member of the Methodist Episcopal Church South for the past twenty-one years." [Goodspeed's History of Tennessee] He married, first, Penelope Elizabeth (Neppie) Yarbro, daughter of Amon M. Yarbro and Amanda Jane Haley, 1867. Born, 15 Oct 1849. Died, 3 May 1883. Burial in City Cem., Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Children: i. Ella J.[8] Smith. Born, 26 Oct 1867. Died, 8 Feb 1869. Burial in City Cem., Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. 512 ii. Emma Morris Smith. 513 iii. George Ernest Smith. 514 iv. Carrie Mae Smith. v. Charles Alston Smith. Born, circa 1878. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1938, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN. vi. Reubin P. Smith. Born, 2 May 1883. Died, 1 Jul 1885. Burial in City Cem., Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. He married, second, Flora M. Jones, daughter of Troy W. Jones and Sallie Ashcraft, 4 Feb 1885, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 9 Dec 1865. Died, 10 Oct 1899. Burial in City Cem., Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. He married, third, Emma Pettigrew, 1 Aug 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 143 SEVENTH GENERATION 1870. Died, 1958. Burial in City Cem., Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1938, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Children: vii. Willie Sue Smith. Born, 1902. Died, 22 Jul 1976. Burial in City Cem., Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. 238. George Washington[7] Smith. Born, 1855. Died, 1936. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. He married Isabel J. (Monnie) Luten. Born, 11 Aug 1857. Died, 26 Jun 1916. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Children: i. Daisy Lena[8] Smith. Born, 6 Jun 1880. Died, 18 Jul 1946. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. ii. Nina Myrtle Smith. Born, 17 Jul 1882. Died, 17 Dec 1967. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. iii. Edith Jane Smith. Born, 11 May 1887. Died, 20 Sep 1888. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. iv. Horace Weldon Smith. Born, 24 Oct 1889. Died, 28 Mar 1906. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. v. Infant Smith. Born, 25 Oct 1891. Died, 25 Oct 1891. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. 515 vi. Myron C. Smith. vii. George Smith. 239. Amanda[7] Smith. Born, circa 1865. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. She married Willie/William Blount, son of John Blount and Lucinda Yarbro, 18 Dec 1884, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, circa 1862. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN. Resided: after 1880, in Nashville, davidson Co., TN. Children: i. Infant[8] Blount. Born, 23 Jul 1885. Died, 23 Jul 1885. Burial in City Cem., Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. 240. Joseph E.[7] Smith. Born, 1866. Died, 1928. Burial in City Cem., Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. He married Maggie L. Garrett, 26 Dec 1886, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 1865. Died, 1945. Burial in City Cem., Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Children: i. Infant Son[8] Smith. Born, 3 Aug 1887. Died, 8 Aug 1887. Burial in City Cem., Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. ii. Mattie J. Smith. Born, 31 Jul 1890. Died, 15 Oct 1910. Burial in City Cem., Decatur Co., TN. She married John Wesley Vise, son of George Malachi (Mal) Vise and Sarah Tennessee (Tennie) Smith, 5 Jun 1910, in Decatur Co., TN. Mattie died from complications during pregnancy. iii. Bonnie Clyde Smith. Born, 1 Mar 1892. Died, 14 Oct 1954. Burial in City Cem., Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 144 SEVENTH GENERATION 516 iv. Bessie Viola (Bess) Smith. v. Joseph L. Smith. Born, 18 Sep 1895. Died, 22 Feb 1917. Burial in City Cem., Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. vi. Hattie Mae Smith. Born, 1898. Died, 1964. Burial in City Cem., Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. She married William Stanley Dennison, son of William R. Dennison and Mary Ella/Ella Mae McMillan, 1 Apr 1920, in Decatur Co., TN. vii. Maggie Nola Smith. Born, 31 Jul 1900. Died, 23 Sep 1919. Burial in City Cem., Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. viii. George Bennett Smith. Born, 2 Feb 1906. Died, 17 Mar 1945, in Phillipines. Burial in City Cem., Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Teacher. George Bennett Smith was principal of Decaturville Elementary School before he joined the military during World War II. he died of a heart attack. ix. James Madison Smith. Born, 1910. Died, 1956. Burial in City Cem., Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. He married Imogene Townsend, daughter of Eli Mansfield Townsend and Cordelia Estell Harrison, 16 May 1937, in Decatur Co., TN. "James Madison Smith served a four-year term as a World War II Army staff sergeant, beginning on his birthday in November of 1942. "He received the Bronze Star and Purple Heart." ["Paths to Freedom," Parsons News Leader, 3 July 1991, p. 11] x. Bulah Bell Smith. xi. Lola Smith. xii. Inez Smith. 241. Dixie[7] Smith. Born, 12 Dec 1870. Died, 16 Mar 1890. Burial in City Cem., Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. She married Thomas Yateman Hearn, son of Isham G. Hearn and Anna K. Dixon, 28 Feb 1886, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 17 Feb 1857. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Merchant. "Thomas Y. Hearn . . . was reared on the farm, and received such educational advantages as the common schools afforded. . . . Politically Mr. Hearn is a Democrat. In 1885 he began a general merchandise business at Decaturville, and by his liberality and fair dealing is building up a large trade." [Goodspeed's History of Tennessee] Children: i. Isham G.[8] Hearn. Born, 25 Nov 1886. Died, 25 Nov 1886. Burial in City Cem., Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. 242. John Henry[7] White (Zachariah, 111). Born, 1861. Died, 1957. Burial in Crowell Chapel, Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1952, in Scotts Hill, Decatur Co., TN. He married, first, Unknown, circa 1885. Children: 517 i. Lillie[8] White. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 145 SEVENTH GENERATION 518 ii. Sallie M. White. 519 iii. Lelah M. White. 520 iv. Cora Myrtle White. 521 v. Clay Ular White. 522 vi. William Herman White. He married, second, B. Leora, circa 1900. Born, 1884. Died, 1949. Burial in Crowell Chapel, Henderson Co., TN. Children: vii. J. H. White. Born, 27 Feb 1901. Died, 5 Aug 1916. Burial in Crowell Chapel, Henderson Co., TN. viii. Infant White. Born, 11 Jun 1902. Died, 11 Jun 1902. Burial in Crowell Chapel, Henderson Co., TN. ix. Infant White. Born, 10 May 1906. Died, 21 May 1906. Burial in Crowell Chapel, Henderson Co., TN. x. Pat/Patsy White. Born, 1907. Died, before 1991. Resided: 1952, in Scotts Hill, TN. She married William (Bud) Bartholomew, son of Benjamin Lester Bartholomew and Amanda E. Overman. xi. Hurley R. White. Born, 18 Aug 1911. Died, 3 Sep 1989. Burial in Crowell Chapel, Henderson Co., TN. He married Faye Duck. xii. Grace White. Born, 7 Apr 1917. Resided: 1957, in St. Louis, St. Louis Co., MO. Resided: 1991, in St. loius, St. Louis Co., MO. She married James Alton Johnson. 523 xiii. Jake White. 524 xiv. Denver Vernon White. xv. J. T. White. Resided: 1957, in St. Louis, St. Louis Co., MO. Resided: 1991, in Middleburg, Henderson Co., TN. xvi. Ruth White. Resided: 1957, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1991, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN. She married Raymond (Ray) Elvington, son of Troy Hardin Elvington and Leatha Powers. 243. Robert L.[7] White (Zachariah, 111). Born, 14 Feb 1868. Died, 23 Nov 1938, in Beacon, Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Crowell Chapel, Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. Robert L. White died of cancer. He was a member of Crowell Church. He married Isabell (Flossie) Dees, daughter of John B. Dees and Margaret J. Gray. Born, 31 May 1873. Died, 30 Mar 1968. Burial in Crowell Chapel, Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. Children: 525 i. Minnie O.[8] White. ii. Alice J. White. Born, Oct 1893. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. 526 iii. Monnie E. White. 244. William F. (Will)[7] White (Zachariah, 111). Born, 1875. Died, 1957. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1938, in Jackson, Madison Co., TN. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 146 SEVENTH GENERATION He married Vera E. White (531), 18 Dec 1910, in Decatur Co., TN. Children: i. Oleta[8] White. Born, 14 Mar 1913. Died, 2 Apr 1924. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. 245. Elnora Jane[7] Young. Born, 17 Nov 1859. Died, 6 Dec 1916. Burial in Houston Cem., Beacon Road, Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN. She married Jefferson Perry Houston, son of John Graham Houston and Martha Ann/Analiza Arnold, 11 Jan 1882, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 27 Jan 1856. Died, 30 Dec 1929. Burial in Houston Cem., Beacon Road, Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN. He is Perry J. Houston in the 1900 census. Children: 527 i. Anna M.[8] Houston. 528 ii. William Elbert (Eb) Houston. iii. Nina G. Houston. Born, 20 May 1886. Died, 27 Feb 1938. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1938, in Portageville, New Madrid Co., MO. She married W. J. T. (Bill) Ward, son of William H. Ward and Clementine Rone, 24 Dec 1925, in Henderson Co., TN. 529 iv. Robert Young Houston. 246. John Marion[7] White (Ruben Adison, 113). Born, 1856. Died, 1926. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Merchant. In the 1880 census there is a Marion White living in the household of George W. Harrell, listed as nephew. He married Luvena Myracle, daughter of Madison D. Myracle and Margaret Ann Rogers, 8 Mar 1885, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 15 Feb 1871, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, 23 Feb 1918. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. In the census of 1880 she and her sisters are in the household of William Alex Myracle and are listed as his nieces. Children: 530 i. Reuben Wesley (R.W./Wes)[8] White. ii. Maggie White. Born, 5 Dec 1887. Died, 12 Feb 1888. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. 531 iii. Vera E. White. iv. Mary Eulah White. Born, Feb 1891. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1910, in Decatur Co., TN. v. Monnie Mae White. Born, Jun 1893. Died, 20 Jul 1913. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1910, in Decatur Co., TN. vi. Lucy E. White. Born, Oct 1896. Census: 1910, in Decatur Co., TN. 532 vii. Arlie Madison (Ard) White. viii. Marles Franklin White. Born, circa 1903. Census: 1910, in Decatur Co., TN. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 147 SEVENTH GENERATION ix. Leslie R. White. Born, 22 Nov 1907. Died, 4 Jun 1908. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. 247. Mills A.[7] White (Ruben Adison, 113). Born, Aug 1860. Died, 1940. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. He married Francis Elizabeth (Fanny) Smith. Born, 1868. Died, 1950. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Children: i. William Arthur[8] White. Born, 5 Mar 1889. Died, 22 Sep 1899. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. 533 ii. Charles Omer White. iii. Leroy (Roy) A. White. Born, 15 Mar 1892. Died, 10 Aug 1909. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. 534 iv. Kenneth E. White. v. Lucy E. White. Born, Feb 1896. Died, 1981. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. She married Henry Maness, son of Gabriel S. Maness and Sarah A. (Sadie) Alexander, 26 Jan 1919, in Decatur Co., TN. 535 vi. Mattie A. White. 536 vii. Jewel H. White. viii. Mary B. White. Born, Mar 1900. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. ix. Clarence White. Born, 1902. Died, 1965. Burial in Pleasant Hill C., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1920, in Decatur Co., TN. He married Lois Britt, 8 Apr 1939, in Decatur Co., TN. x. Perry Allen White. Born, 1904. Died, 1994. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. He married, first, Alma Ruth Maness. He married, second, Ava May Livingston, daughter of William S. Livingston and Minnie V. Bohannon, 6 Nov 1967, in Decatur Co., TN. xi. Alton White. Born, circa 1906. Census: 1920, in Decatur Co., TN. xii. Alene White. Born, circa 1909. Census: 1920, in Decatur Co., TN. She married Jess Maness. xiii. Gladys White. Born, 1911. Died, 1967. Census: 1920, in Decatur Co., TN. She married Vester Morgan. 248. Thomas Alec[7] White (Ruben Adison, 113). Born, 1864. Died, 1939. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN. He married Margaret Fredonia (Maggie) Laster, daughter of John J. Laster and Bettie Boss, 17 Jan 1892, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 7 Mar 1871. Died, 30 Oct 1948. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. Children: i. W. Clyde[8] White. Born, Dec 1892. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1948, in Nashville, Davidson Co., TN. 537 ii. Thomas Almon (Al) White. 538 iii. Chester Alton White. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 148 SEVENTH GENERATION 539 iv. Dula Elizabeth White. 540 v. Med Fost (Meddie) White. 249. Nicholas L.[7] White (Ruben Adison, 113). Born, 1872. Died, 1946. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. He married Laura V. Laster, daughter of John J. Laster and Bettie Boss, 24 Dec 1893, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, circa 1875. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. Children: i. Noel F.[8] White. Born, May 1895. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. ii. Wiley Ray White. Born, Dec 1898. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. He married Leona Rushing. iii. Betty White. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. 250. George Frank[7] White (Ruben Adison, 113). Born, 16 Nov 1877. Died, 6 Jun 1954. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. He married Sula Mae McClure, daughter of Charles A. McClure and Sarah Garrett, 23 Feb 1898, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 16 Jan 1881. Died, 12 Mar 1944. Burial in Greer Co., OK. Children: i. Lona Katherine[8] White. Born, May 1899. Died, before 1993. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1975, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN. She married Unknown Campbell. 541 ii. Bon Clayton White. 542 iii. Vallie Pearl White. 543 iv. Nila Mae White. v. Oma Lee White. Born, 4 Nov 1910. Died, 14 Dec 1994. Burial in Oak Grove Cem., Middleburg, Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1975, in St. Louis, St. Louis Co., MO. Resided: 1993, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. She married Fonnie R. Todd. vi. Alpha Omega White. Born, 24 Jun 1913. Resided: 1975, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN. Resided: 1993, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN. She married Loye Surrette. The back of the double marker for her and her husband reads "Uncle Loye and Aunt Alpha" which would seem to imply that she did not have any children. 544 vii. Aileen Birtie White. viii. Charlie Franklin White. Born, 3 Mar 1919. Resided: 1975, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN. Resided: 1993, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. 545 ix. Lloyd James (Bear) White. x. Louise Bertha White. She married Unknown Blackwell. 251. Robert D. (Bob)[7] White (Ruben Adison, 113). Born, 12 Jan 1887, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, 6 Aug 1968, in Jackson, Madison Co., TN. Burial in Beech RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 149 SEVENTH GENERATION Bluff Cem., Madison Co., TN. Occupation: Farmer. Bob White lived and farmed near Luray until 1945 when he moved to Jackson. There he resided at 118 Peabody St. He married Cora F. Allen, 15 Sep 1907. Born, 11 Oct 1889, in Henderson, Chester Co., TN. Died, 10 Apr 1975. Burial in Beech Bluff Cem., Madison Co., TN. Children: 546 i. William (Bill)[8] White. 547 ii. Woodrow White. iii. R. D. White. Resided: 1968, in Beech Bluff, Madison Co., TN. 548 iv. Sam M. White. 549 v. Rowena White. vi. Bessie White. Resided: 1968, in Jackson, Madison Co., TN. She married Curtis Baker. 252. Alpha Omega[7] White (David Frank, 114). Born, 2 Oct 1868. Died, 5 Nov 1963. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. She married H. Bradley Hill, son of John Taylor Hill and Josephine Reeves, 9 Sep 1888, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 15 Oct 1865. Died, 29 Apr 1925. Burial in Hays Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Children: i. Clovis Franklin[8] Hill. Born, 27 Feb 1891. Died, 16 Jan 1965. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. ii. Infant Hill. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. iii. Willie L. Hill. Born, Feb 1894. iv. Lizzie V. Hill. Born, Jul 1895. v. Hezekiah L. Hill. Born, Oct 1897. 253. Mollie Belle[7] White (David Frank, 114). Born, 1870. Died, 1937. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN. She married R. Wes Haney, 17 Jun 1894, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 1865. Died, 1936. Burial in Concord Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Children: 550 i. Reuben Lee[8] Haney. ii. Opal Haney. Born, 5 Aug 1905, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, 9 Mar 1977. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Teacher. She married Charles McClure. Opal (Haney) McClure was a member of Concord United Methodist Church. Her obituary mentions her brothers and sister but does not mention children. iii. H. D. Haney. Born, 1908. Died, 1938. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. His tombstone notes him as "Dr." iv. Frank Haney. Resided: 1977, in Tupelo, Lee Co., MS. v. Anna Haney. Resided: 1977, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN. She married Unknown Hay. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 150 SEVENTH GENERATION 254. F. B.[7] Welch (David, 115). Born, circa 1856. Census: 1860, in Decatur Co., TN. She married Blakely. Children: i. Leontine[8] Blakley. Born, circa 1876. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. 255. James Leonard[7] Welch (David, 115). Born, 9 Dec 1859. Died, 7 Aug 1928. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. He married Mollie E. Garrett, 12 Nov 1884, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, Feb 1868. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. Children: i. James (Jimmie)[8] Welch. Born, 18 Aug 1886. Died, 15 May 1911. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. ii. J. D. Welch. Born, 6 Sep 1889. Died, 28 Feb 1910. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. iii. Connie B. Welch. Born, 24 Feb 1892. Died, 26 Dec 1924. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. He married Mary. iv. Floyd Welch. Born, Sep 1894. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. 551 v. Nora Pearl Welch. vi. Grover Welch. Died, 28 Aug 1891. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. vii. M. L. Welch. Born, 20 Oct 1899. Died, 24 Jan 1918. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. viii. Vella W. Welch. Born, Jan 1900. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. 256. Nicholas David[7] Welch (David, 115). Born, 26 Jan 1867. Died, 30 Apr 1947, in Jackson, Madison Co., TN. Burial in City Cem., Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Farmer. He married Mary Josephine Lacy (285), 1 Jan 1890, in Decatur Co., TN. Children: i. Thomas Clayton[8] Welch. Born, 4 Aug 1891. Died, 14 Sep 1918. Burial in City Cem., Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. A military marker used as a footstone on his grave notes "Tennessee Pvt US Army World War I." 552 ii. Nealy/Nelie/Neel Mae Welch. 553 iii. Alpha L. Welch. 554 iv. Edna Welch. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 151 SEVENTH GENERATION 555 v. Winnie Welch. vi. Willie N. (Hound) Welch. Born, 20 Oct 1908. Died, 11 Jul 1986. Burial in City Cem., Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1965, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. He married Pauline Bartholomew, 8 Apr 1928, in Decatur Co., TN. 257. Martha Jane[7] Welch (Henry, 116). Born, 1845, in TN. Died, 1917. Burial in City Cem., Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. She married John L. Tate, son of Elon H. Tate and Jane Turner, 28 Sep 1871, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 7 Dec 1849, in Warren Co., TN. Died, 1 May 1902. Burial in City Cem., Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Merchant. "John L. [Tate] was born December 7, 1849, in Warren County, Tenn., and enlisted in Forrest's Confederate cavalry in 1864. He participated in several skirmishes and was on duty until the close of the war. He returned to Warren County, and followed farming until 1869, when he came to Oak Grove, Decatur County, and the following year came to Decaturville, where he followed merchandising." (Goodspeed's History of Tennessee) Children: i. Mary B.[8] Tate. Born, 8 May 1874. Died, 8 Apr 1878. Burial in City Cem., Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. ii. Maggie M. Tate. Born, 26 Nov 1875. Died, 25 Mar 1878. Burial in City Cem., Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. 556 iii. William H. Tate. iv. Carrie B. Tate. Born, circa 1879. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. 557 v. Anna Jane Tate. vi. John E. Tate. Born, 29 Apr 1882. Died, 1 May 1884. Burial in City Cem., Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. vii. Grover C. Tate. Born, 24 Jul 1884. Died, 24 Oct 1886. Burial in City Cem., Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. 258. Cordelia[7] Welch (Henry, 116). Born, 6 Aug 1850. Died, 6 Feb 1880. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. She married Thomas Jackson Pettigrew, son of Corry Pettigrew and Mary A. Douglas, 7 Jan 1869. Born, 3 Jan 1841. Died, 29 Aug 1898. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. Thomas jackson Pettigrew enlisted in the Confederate Army under Gen. Cheatham in August 1861. He participated in the battles at Shilo, Perryville, Murfreesboro, Chickamauga, Missionary Ridge, and Atlanta. At Atlanta he lost his arm and was disabled from further activity. He had also been wounded at Shilo and taken prisoner, but made his escape three days afterward at Pittsburg Landing. In 1863 he was promoted to the rank of 1st Lieutenant. [Goodspeed's History of Tennessee] Children: i. Mary E.[8] Pettigrew. ii. Corry H. Pettigrew. Born, 4 Oct 1872. Died, 13 Jun 1907. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 152 SEVENTH GENERATION iii. Martha A. Pettigrew. iv. Elizabeth K. Pettigrew. Born, 17 Dec 1877. Died, 4 Jul 1911. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. She married Ben H. Hay, 26 Nov 1902, in Decatur Co., TN. 259. John L.[7] Welch (Henry, 116). Born, circa 1853. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Farmer. He married, first, Rebecca Brigance (275), 17 Dec 1873, in Decatur Co., TN. Children: i. Emily[8] Welch. Born, circa 1874. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. ii. Maggie Welch. Born, circa 1876. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. iii. Fielding Welch. Born, circa 1878. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. He married, second, Cara Alston, 14 May 1882, in Decatur Co., TN. 260. Sarah Margaret (Sallly)[7] Welch (Henry, 116). Born, 22 Jun 1855. Died, 5 Nov 1884. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN. She married John Smith, 24 Feb 1875. Born, 22 Apr 1851. Died, 13 Aug 1918. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Children: i. Walter[8] Smith. Born, 8 Mar 1876. Died, 12 Jun 1961. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. He married Lizzie. 261. Rubin Nicholas (Nick)[7] Welch (Henry, 116). Born, 6 Dec 1857, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, 23 Jun 1899, in Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN. He married Catherine Tucker, 9 May 1888, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, circa 1872. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. Children: i. W. H.[8] Welch. Born, 5 May 1889. Died, 4 Jun 1890. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. ii. Mary J. Welch. Born, May 1892. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. iii. Reuben N. Welch. Born, Aug 1893. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. iv. Anna Welch. Born, Mar 1896. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. 262. Nancy B. (Nonnie Bell)[7] Welch (Henry, 116). Born, 8 Mar 1860. Died, 18 Apr 1900. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1870, in Decatur RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 153 SEVENTH GENERATION Co., TN. She married Isaac L. White (127). 263. Patrick Henry[7] Welch (Henry, 116). Born, 1866. Died, 13 Jun 1958, in Concord Com., Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Banker. Patrick Henry Welch was a Vice President of Decatur County Bank. For 60 years he was a stewart in the Concord Methodist Church. [obituary, Parsons News Leader, 20 Jun 1958] He married Nannie E. Garrett, 26 Dec 1888, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 1870. Died, 1943. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Children: i. Fonnie L.[8] Welch. Born, 25 Jan 1894. Died, 5 Jun 1896. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. ii. Birdie B. Welch. Born, 22 Mar 1897. Died, 23 Jul 1899. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. 558 iii. Nettie Maude Welch. 559 iv. Louis Welch. v. Ben Welch. Died, circa 1954, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN. vi. H. Edgar Welch. Census: 31 Jan 1958, in Birmingham, Jefferson Co., AL. 560 vii. Patrick Weldon Welch. viii. Louise Welch. Resided: 1958, in Newbern, Dyer Co., TN. Resided: 1987, in Newbern, Dyer Co., TN. She married Alton Y. Akins, 25 Sep 1930, in Decatur Co., TN. 264. Sarah Ann (Sallie)[7] Welch (Jeremiah Benton (Jerry), 117). Born, 15 Apr 1851. Died, 30 Jul 1927. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. She married Clark M. Harmon, 25 Jan 1875, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, circa 1817, in TN. Census: 1850, in Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Farmer. He appears as Clark W. Harmon in the 1870 census of Decatur County (original census on microfilm). His middle initial is listed as M. in most transcribed records. Children: 561 i. Lillie Brunetta (Nettie)[8] Harmon. 562 ii. Sallie A. Harmon. 265. Mahalie E.[7] Welch (Jeremiah Benton (Jerry), 117). Born, 13 May 1856. Died, 22 Jul 1881. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. She married John Almer Long, son of Hugh Watson Long and Martha A. Burnett, 30 Aug 1876, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, circa 1830, in Rutherford Co., NC. Died, 27 Mar 1884, in Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1870, in Perry Co., TN. Occupation: Minister/Farmer. Children: RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 154 SEVENTH GENERATION i. Robert M.[8] Long. Born, 29 Nov 1877, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, 25 Mar 1879, in Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. ii. Neely May Long. Born, 17 Jun 1879, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, 8 Feb 1957, in Madison Co., TN. Burial in Hollywood Cem., Jackson, Madison Co., TN. She married William Jack Lewis, 25 Feb 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. 266. Eliza Medora[7] Welch (Jeremiah Benton (Jerry), 117). Born, 1858. Died, 1930. Burial in Crowell Chapel, Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN. She married, first, John Almer Long, son of Hugh Watson Long and Martha A. Burnett. License, 5 Oct 1881, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, circa 1830, in Rutherford Co., NC. Died, 27 Mar 1884, in Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1870, in Perry Co., TN. Occupation: Minister/Farmer. Children: i. Jessie Lee[8] Long. Born, 18 Aug 1882, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, 1 Oct 1884, in Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. 563 ii. Ethel Blank (Blankie) Long. She married, second, James Franklin Parsons, son of Sam Parsons and Levira Ingram, 23 Jan 1887, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 1863. Died, 1961, in Scotts Hill, TN. Burial in Crowell Chapel, Henderson Co., TN. Occupation: Farmer. Children: iii. Ivy Parsons. Born, 18 Sep 1887. Died, before 1890. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. 564 iv. Eula Parsons. 565 v. Lovie Magnolia Parsons. vi. Hettie Mae Parsons. Born, 10 Feb 1892. Died, 8 Nov 1991. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1961, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. She married Thomas Edgar Hobbs, 14 Sep 1913, in Decatur Co., TN. 566 vii. Clifford Parsons. 567 viii. Clarence Parsons. 267. Richard Nicholas[7] Welch (Jeremiah Benton (Jerry), 117). Born, 9 Apr 1861. Died, 20 Jan 1894. Burial in Smith Chapel, Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. He married Margaret J. Lomax, daughter of James Lomax and Malinda Moore, 15 Mar 1882, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 31 Jul 1856. Died, 19 Jan 1930. Burial in Smith Chapel, Henderson Co., TN. Children: i. Infant[8] Welch. Born, 11 Dec 1881. Died, 11 Dec 1881. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 155 SEVENTH GENERATION ii. William Welch. Born, 1885. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. iii. Sallie M. Welch. Born, Jun 1886. Died, 18 Feb 1888. Burial in Smith Chapel, Henderson Co., TN. 568 iv. Lela Welch. v. Robert Welch. Born, 1890. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. vi. James B. Welch. Born, 1892. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. vii. Myrtle Welch. Born, Feb 1894. Died, Feb 1894. Burial in Smith Chapel, Henderson Co., TN. 268. Felbert Lee[7] Welch (Jeremiah Benton (Jerry), 117). Born, 29 Jan 1867, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, 12 Sep 1946, in Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Smith Chapel, Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. He married Nancy Addie Chumney, daughter of John F. Chumney and Martha Ann E. Smith, 13 Dec 1888. Born, 9 Oct 1870, in Henderson Co., TN. Died, 28 Oct 1943, in Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Smith Chapel, Henderson Co., TN. Children: i. Infant[8] Welch. Born, 18 Aug 1889. Died, 18 Aug 1889. Burial in Smith Chapel, Henderson Co., TN. ii. Troy F. Welch. Born, 10 Jul 1890, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, 1969, in Covington, Kenton Co., KY. Resided: 1963, in Covington, Kenton Co., KY. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Teacher/Railroad. He married Robbie Cooper. 569 iii. Sallie Maude Welch. iv. Alpha O. Welch. Born, 12 Nov 1894, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, 29 Aug 1895. Burial in Smith Chapel, Henderson Co., TN. v. Clyde Welch. Born, 13 Jun 1896, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, Aug 1960, in Cincinatti, Hamilton Co., OH. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. He married, first, Cecil Majors. He married, second, Cecil Meyers. Clyde Welch had no children. vi. Dewey Welch. Born, 12 Jan 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, 2 Dec 1983. Burial in Smith Chapel, Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1966, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. Dewey Welch never married. 570 vii. Flossie Welch. 571 viii. Nettie Welch. 572 ix. Charles Nicholas Welch. 573 x. Lucy Adeline Welch. 574 xi. Edith Lee Welch. xii. Martha Frances (Mattie) Welch. Born, 19 Jan 1913. Resided: 1963, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1995, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. She married, first, R. R. Smith. She married, second, J. L. Majors. Mattie Frances Welch had no children. According to Marquita Greenaway of Iuka, MS: "Aunt Mattie says Felbert Lee [Welch] bought Jeremiah out and that was old home place. She sold part of log house and it was moved to [Illinois] to be used as a museum along with Jackson corn crib and a barn. She got to go when they had a big weekend of quilting soak making, cooking RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 156 SEVENTH GENERATION and told history of house and her and her parents life on farm." [Letter to David Donahue, Knoxville, TN, August 1, 1995] 269. Frances Flavia[7] Welch (Jeremiah Benton (Jerry), 117). Born, 1874. Died, 1936. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. She married Harvey C. Lacy (296). 270. Genora F.[7] Welch (Isaiah, 120). Born, 1857. Died, 1920. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. She married G. W. Frazier, 19 Jan 1882, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 1855. Died, 1935. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Children: i. Charlie[8] Frazier. Born, 1896. Died, 1914. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. 271. Alsie J.[7] Welch (Isaiah, 120). Born, 14 Sep 1865. Died, 21 Nov 1889. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. She married W. L. Griffin, 31 Dec 1882, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 1859. Died, 1946. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Children: 577 i. Arbie[8] Griffin. 578 ii. Jess Cleveland Griffin. 272. Henry C.[7] Welch (Isaiah, 120). Born, 3 Sep 1873. Died, 20 Apr 1949. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. He married, first, Eliza Jane Rushing (422), 23 Jul 1894, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Children: 579 i. Shellie G./George S.[8] Welch. ii. I. Bethel Welch. Born, 1901. Died, 1933. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. I. Bethel Welch died of tuberculosis. He never married. iii. Jewel Welch. Resided: 1988, in AR. Resided: 1964, in Spreckels, CA. She married Ledford. He married, second, Clara M. Pearcy (399), 24 Jul 1910, in Perry Co., TN. Children: 580 iv. Lewis Justice Welch. v. Willie Welch. Born, 20 May 1913. Died, 12 Nov 1985. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. She married Floyd Kelley, 16 Apr 1948. vi. Mary Sue Welch. Born, 5 Mar 1914. Died, 28 Jun 1916. Burial in RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 157 SEVENTH GENERATION Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. 581 vii. Nora Welch. viii. James H. Welch. Born, 1920. Died, 16 Jan 1964, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. He married Mary Louise Montgomery, 14 Jun 1941, in Decatur Co., TN. James H. Welch lived in Memphis, Tennessee. 582 ix. John T. Welch. x. Naomi Welch. Resided: 1964, in Manchester, Coffee Co., TN. Resided: 1986, in Manchester, Coffee Co., TN. She married Jack McIllwain, son of Terrell McIllwain and Elizabeth Patton, 30 Dec 1949, in Corinth, Alcorn Co., MS. 273. Martha A.[7] Brigance. Born, 12 Mar 1847. Died, 23 Oct 1878. Burial in Brigance Cem., Decatur Co., TN. She married William Meller Wright, son of John M. Wright and Mary Williams, 1 Aug 1869, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 16 Jan 1841. Died, 1 Feb 1897. Birth(2): 30 Jan 1841. Burial in Brigance Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. William M. Wright was a private in the 1st regiment, Tennessee Cavalry, Confederate Army, during the Civil War. Children: 583 i. John Noland[8] Wright. 584 ii. Addie May Wright. 585 iii. William Thomas Wright. iv. Martha L. Wright. Born, 4 Feb 1876. Died, 13 Feb 1876. Burial in Brigance Cem., Decatur Co., TN. 274. Mahala[7] Brigance. Born, 30 Jul 1848. Died, 25 Aug 1928. Burial in Brigance Cem., Decatur Co., TN. She married, first, George W. Bright, son of Milton C. Bright and Sarah C. Findley, 1 Jan 1871, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 24 Sep 1833. Died, 2 Apr 1908. Burial in Brigance Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Blacksmith. Children: i. Napolian[8] Bright. Born, 24 Oct 1871. Died, 29 Oct 1871. Burial in Brigance Cem., Decatur Co., TN. 586 ii. James Albert Bright. 587 iii. Arbie Ann Bright. 588 iv. John Milton Bright. v. Mary Jane Bright. Born, 18 Apr 1878. Died, 18 Apr 1878. Burial in Brigance Cem., Decatur Co., TN. 589 vi. George W. Bright. vii. Thomas Edgar Bright. Born, 18 Jul 1881. Died, Mar 1934. Occupation: Teacher. He married Jimmie Ursula Sanderson. viii. William Payne (Billy) Bright. Born, 22 Oct 1885. Died, 8 Mar 1973. Resided: 1960, in Waco, McLennan Co., TX. He married, first, Bertha Houston. He married, second, Edna M. Ford. ix. Phelan F. Bright. Born, 9 Aug 1889. Died, 9 Sep 1896. Burial in RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 158 SEVENTH GENERATION Brigance Cem., Decatur Co., TN. She married, second, George A. Mills, 7 Sep 1913, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 14 Feb 1843. Died, 11 Oct 1932. Burial in Hartley Cem., Decatur Co., TN. 275. Rebecca[7] Brigance. Born, 10 Mar 1852. Died, before 1882. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. She married John L. Welch (259). 276. Pleasant H.[7] Brigance. Born, 12 Mar 1857. Died, 15 May 1938. Burial in Gardner Cem., Decatur Co., TN. He married, first, Sarah E. Shannon, 19 Jan 1881, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 8 Oct 1861. Died, 20 Nov 1902. Burial in Gardner Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Children: i. Maggie C.[8] Brigance. Born, 8 May 1882, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, 8 Aug 1923. Burial in Pleasant Hill C., Decatur Co., TN. She married James R. Keeton, 20 Dec 1903, in Decatur Co., TN. 590 ii. James Thomas Brigance. 591 iii. Andrew Jackson (Andy) Brigance. 592 iv. Nora Brigance. 593 v. Elbert P. Brigance. 594 vi. Allie Brigance. vii. Fronia Ann (Fronie) Brigance. Born, 25 Feb 1895, in Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1978, in Birminghan, Jefferson Co., AL. She married Jesse C. Wright, 4 May 1913, in Decatur Co., TN. viii. Jennie Brigance. Born, 22 Jul 1897, in Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1975, in Shawnee, OK. She married Floyd Slater, 1 Jul 1917, in Decatur Co., TN. ix. Ethel Brigance. Born, 23 Apr 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1975, in Shawnee, OK. She married Walter Britt, 27 Aug 1916, in Decatur Co., TN. He married, second, Dora Ella Maness, 28 Aug 1904, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 17 Oct 1877. Died, 1904. Burial in Gardner Cem., Decatur Co., TN. He married, third, Ella Heath, 21 Jan 1906, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 13 May 1882. Died, 31 Oct 1950. Children: x. Elmer Brigance. Resided: 1975, in Mobile, Mobile Co., AL. xi. Mattie Brigance. Resided: 1975, in Bruceton, Carroll Co., TN. She married Unknown Long. xii. Plezie Brigance. Resided: 1975, in Atwood, Carroll Co., TN. She married Unknown Enzor. xiii. Leone Brigance. Resided: 1975, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN. She married Unknown Dennison. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 159 SEVENTH GENERATION xiv. Annicola Brigance. Resided: 1975, in Greenfield, MS. She married Unknown Bennett. 277. Laura J.[7] Brigance. Born, 5 Feb 1859. Died, 19 Sep 1920. Burial in Brigance Cem., Decatur Co., TN. She married William G. Wyatt, 12 Feb 1882, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 24 Aug 1856. Died, 1 Jul 1939. Burial in Brigance Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Children: 595 i. William Carlie[8] Wyatt. 596 ii. J. Troy Wyatt. 597 iii. Maggie A. Wyatt. 598 iv. Verba Caroline Wyatt. v. Clemmie Wyatt. She married Milton L. Martin, 19 Nov 1905, in Decatur Co., TN. vi. Flora Wyatt. Born, 25 Apr 1895. Died, 4 Apr 1960. Burial in Gardner Cem., Decatur Co., TN. She married Charles Howell, 25 Dec 1917, in Decatur Co., TN. 599 vii. Artie L. Wyatt. viii. Sopha Wyatt. Born, 21 Oct 1900. Died, 22 Oct 1900. Burial in Brigance Cem., Decatur Co., TN. ix. Laura Wyatt. Resided: 1978, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. She married C. N. Keen, 24 Nov 1912, in Decatur Co., TN. 278. Thomas W.[7] Harwell (D., 124). Born, 25 Mar 1858. Died, 12 Jan 1908. Burial in Liberty Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1860, in Decatur Co., TN. He married Francis L. Austin, 8 Aug 1878, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 9 Dec 1847. Died, 4 Dec 1930. Burial in Liberty Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Children: 600 i. Arbie[8] Harrell. ii. Robert Harrell. Resided: 1956, in Findley, OK. iii. John Harrell. Resided: 1956, in Richmond, CA. iv. Elvin Harrell. Resided: 1956, in Wetowka, OK. v. Glive Harrell. Resided: 1956, in National City, CA. vi. Rufus Harrell. Resided: 1956, in Holdensville, OK. 279. William Henry[7] Lacy (John Jesse, 129). Born, 7 Oct 1852, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Died, 9 Feb 1916, in Ione, Logan Co., AR. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN. He married Donna/F. D. C. Taylor, 20 Sep 1892, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 28 May 1861, in TN. Died, 30 May 1917, in Hartford, Sebastian Co., AR. Children: i. Mary Ella[8] Lacy. Born, 6 Oct 1887, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. She married Arthur Byrd. ii. Jesse Jones Lacy. Born, 23 Feb 1889, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Died, 30 Mar 1961. He married Grace Sandborn. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 160 SEVENTH GENERATION iii. Rosetta Lucas Lacy. Born, 26 Jul 1893, in Ione, Logan Co., AR. She married, first, Tom Humphreville. She married, second, Walter Neel. iv. Ermond Edmond (female) Lacy. Born, 29 Oct 1899, in Ione, Logan Co., AR. She married Gus Blacknell Byrne. 280. Hale H.[7] Lacy (John Jesse, 129). Born, 1855. Died, 1934. Burial in L. F. Davis Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN. Resided in Jackson, Madison Co., TN. Occupation: Merchant. He appears in the 1870 census as Hyram H. Lacy. He married Elizabeth (Eliza) Jane Davis (211), 31 Jan 1878, in Decatur Co., TN. Children: 456 i. Lillian[8] Lacy. 457 ii. John Frank Lacy. 281. Isaac Thomas[7] Lacy (John Jesse, 129). Born, 6 Jul 1859. Died, 19 Feb 1940. Burial in Mt. Lebanon Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Timber. He married, first, Martha Ann (Mattie) Jones, daughter of James C. Jones and Sarah M.. License, 5 Dec 1882, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 31 Jul 1859. Died, 29 Feb 1892. Burial in Smith Chapel, Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN. Children: 601 i. Mallie Jane[8] Lacy. 602 ii. Annie T. Lacy. He married, second, Mary A. Dees, daughter of Green B. Dees and Martha C. Lockhart, 30 Mar 1898, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 14 Jun 1859. Died, 8 Sep 1932, in Largo, Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Mt. Lebanon Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN. 282. Nancy Elizabeth[7] Lacy (John Jesse, 129). Born, 26 Jul 1860. Died, 5 Jul 1924. Burial in City Cem., Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1870 (??) in Decatur Co., TN. She married William Andrew White, son of Humphrey White and Martha A., 12 Jun 1882, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 27 Dec 1861. Died, 24 Sep 1893. Burial in City Cem., Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. Children: i. Jessie[8] White. Born, 1881. Died, 1881. Burial in City Cem., Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. ii. Anna L. White. Born, 1883. Died, 27 May 1887. Burial in City Cem., Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. 603 iii. Bertha (Bertie) White. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 161 SEVENTH GENERATION iv. Hautie S. (Hattie?) White. Born, Sep 1888. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. She married Unknown Henderson. The obituary of William Edgar White (d. 1952) mentions a sister, Mrs. J. F. Harrington, in Wetumka, OK. v. George Frank White. Born, Jan 1891. Birth(2): Jan 1892. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. He married, first, Ettie Rosson, 12 Nov 1913, in Decatur Co., TN. He married, second, Minnie E., 17 May 1923. 604 vi. William Edgar (Edd) White. 283. John E.[7] Lacy (John Jesse, 129). Born, 22 Jun 1863. Died, circa 1906, in Carolan, near Booneville, Logan Co., AR. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Farmer. He married Cordia Lamb. Children: i. Minnie Hale[8] Lacy. Born, 22 Sep 1886. She married S. Edgar Carolan, circa 1905. ii. Jessie Lacy. iii. Sue Lacy. iv. Hettie Lacy. v. Willie Lacy. vi. Jossie Lacy. 284. Nimrod Felix Grundy[7] Lacy (John Jesse, 129). Born, 6 Feb 1865, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Died, 16 Aug 1960, in Ione, AR. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN. He married Catherine K./R. E. Moore, 5 Dec 1886, in Decatur Co., TN. Children: i. Ninevah[8] Lacy. Born, 24 Oct 1890. She married James G. Russell. 285. Mary Josephine[7] Lacy (John Jesse, 129). Born, 31 Mar 1867. Died, 14 Sep 1945, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Burial in City Cem., Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. She married Nicholas David Welch (256). 286. Fannie S.[7] Lacy (Calvin Cecil (Kat), 131). Born, 21 Sep 1861. Died, 26 May 1885. Burial in Fisher Cem., Mt. Lebanon Com., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN. She married Thomas J. Belcher, 2 Jul 1882, in Decatur Co., TN. Children: i. Robert C.[8] Belcher. Born, 1883. Died, 1960. Burial in Mt. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 162 SEVENTH GENERATION Lebanon Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. Resided: circa 1959, in Perryville, Decatur Co., TN. He married Annie L. Keeton, 1 Oct 1906, in Decatur Co., TN. 287. Robert Henry[7] Lacy (Calvin Cecil (Kat), 131). Born, 12 Jul 1866. Died, before 1959. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. He married Tenny E. Pate, 4 Apr 1889, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 20 Dec 1863. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. Children: i. Ethel E.[8] Lacy. Born, 11 Aug 1891. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. ii. Calvin C. Lacy. Born, 30 May 1894. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. iii. Allie M. Lacy. Born, Sep 1899. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. 288. Nancy Dora[7] Lacy (Calvin Cecil (Kat), 131). Born, 6 May 1869. Died, before 1959. Burial in Mt. Lebanon Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN. She married Neal S. Brown Fisher, son of Arnold Asbury Fisher and Elizabeth Margaret Fisher, 20 Dec 1888, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 24 Jul 1859, in TN. Died, 17 Sep 1940, in Mt. Lebanon Com., Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Mt. Lebanon Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Teacher. Neal S. Fisher was a member of Mt. Lebanon Methodist Church. He died of a stroke. Children: 605 i. Zella E.[8] Fisher. ii. Jacob A. Fisher. Born, 7 Jul 1891. Died, circa 1892. 606 iii. Viola Tennessee Fisher. iv. Tondreth C. Fisher. Born, 17 Jun 1895. Died, circa 1895. 607 v. John Alva Fisher. vi. Eurith Fisher. Born, 1903. Died, 7 Apr 1990, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Mt. Lebanon Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1989, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. She married James Arthur Moore, son of John Henry Moore and Emily V. (Emmie) Ivey, after 1936. Eurith Fisher Moore was a member of Mt. Lebanon United Methodist Church. vii. W. M. Fisher. 289. Jacob (Jack) Hiram[7] Lacy (Calvin Cecil (Kat), 131). Born, 31 Jul 1872. Died, 14 Jun 1962. Birth(2): 30 Jul 1874. Resided: circa 1959, in Caruthersville, Pemiscot Co., MO. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. He married Ella Doughden, 27 May 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 1877. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 163 SEVENTH GENERATION Died, 1937. Burial in Mt. Lebanon Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Children: 608 i. Edna Pearl[8] Lacy. ii. Anna M. Lacy. Born, 1902. Died, 1927. Burial in Mt. Lebanon Cem., Decatur Co., TN. 290. Mary Elizabeth[7] Lacy (Calvin Cecil (Kat), 131). Born, 4 Oct 1878. Died, 1943. Burial in Mt. Lebanon Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. She married John M. Countess, 31 Dec 1892, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 1874. Died, 1958. Burial in Mt. Lebanon Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Children: i. Andrew J.[8] Countess. Born, 1915. Died, 1943. Burial in Mt. Lebanon Cem., Decatur Co., TN. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 164 EIGHTH GENERATION 291. Cora Edna[8] Lacy (Calvin Cecil (Kat), 131). Born, 9 Mar 1885, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, 29 Aug 1955, in Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Mt. Lebanon Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1920, in Decatur Co., TN. Edna (Lacy) Ivey died of cancer. She married Arthur Marshall Ivey, son of John Jasper Ivey and Mary Elender Orr, 3 Oct 1905, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 18 May 1882. Died, 30 Dec 1960, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Mt. Lebanon Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1952, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Farmer/Realty. Arthur Ivey died from a heart attack. He was a member of Mt. Lebanon Methodist Church. Children: 609 i. Virgie A.[9] Ivey. 610 ii. Mary Argie Ivey. 611 iii. Walter S. Ivey. 612 iv. Charlie Earl Ivey. 613 v. Woodrow W. Ivey. 614 vi. Haywood Ivey. vii. Everett Leon Ivey. Born, 29 Sep 1918. Died, 28 Feb 1942. Census: 1920, in Decatur Co., TN. A memorial military marker placed at the foot of his parents' graves notes that he was "F1 US Navy World War II." He was killed when his navy ship was sunk by a German submarine. 615 viii. Forrest Ivey. 616 ix. Arthur Marshall Ivey. 292. Wesley Martin Green[8] Lacy (Calvin Cecil (Kat), 131). Born, 26 Nov 1887. Died, 9 Aug 1968. Burial in Mt. Lebanon Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1955, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. Wesley Lacy was electrocuted as he was working on a well pump. He was a member of Mt. Lebanon Methodist Church. He married Flora Sewell, daughter of Henry Andrew Sewell and Sarah Ann Briley, 23 May 1909, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 20 Feb 1890, in Perry Co., TN. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 165 EIGHTH GENERATION Died, 1 Dec 1972, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Mt. Lebanon Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Children: 617 i. Eula[9] Lacy. 618 ii. Mildred Lacy. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 166 SEVENTH GENERATION 293. Retta Antoinette[7] Lacy (Calvin Cecil (Kat), 131). Born, 4 Apr 1891. Died, 6 Mar 1932. Burial in Mt. Lebanon Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. She married Willie E. Knight, son of Thomas Wesley (Tommy) Knight and Mary S. Broadway. Born, 28 Nov 1889. Died, 3 Nov 1981. Burial in Parsons Cem., Decatur Co., TN. A military marker used as a footstone on his grave notes "PFC US Army World War I." Children: 619 i. Richard Jewel[8] Knight. ii. T. Rogers Knight. Born, 24 Nov 1931. Died, 13 Jan 1932. Burial in Mt. Lebanon Cem., Decatur Co., TN. iii. Gordon Lacy Knight. iv. Willie E. Knight. v. Mary Knight. She married Unknown Pollard. 294. Hattie Mable[7] Lacy (Calvin Cecil (Kat), 131). Born, 21 Jun 1895. Died, 2 Nov 1933, in Mt. Lebanon Com., Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Mt. Lebanon Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. Hattie (Lacy) Kindle died of dropsy. She was a member of Mt. Lebanon Methodist Church. She married Arthur E. Kindle, son of Jonathan E. (John) Kindle and Lucinda (Lou) Clark, 11 Aug 1918, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 9 Dec 1897, in TX. Died, 26 Mar 1934. Burial in Mt. Lebanon Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Children: 620 i. Robert Holland[8] Kindle. ii. Ruby Irene Kindle. Born, 7 Jul 1921. Died, 22 Jun 1990, in Jackson, Madison Co., TN. Burial in Mt. Lebanon Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Ruby Kindle was a member of Mt. Pisgah Baptist Church. 621 iii. Albert E. Kindle. 622 iv. Charlie A. Kindle. v. Bertha L. Kindle. Born, 1 Oct 1932. Died, 29 Jul 1933. Burial in Mt. Lebanon Cem., Decatur Co., TN. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 167 SEVENTH GENERATION 623 vi. Evelyn Kindle. vii. Carrie Kindle. Died, Nov 1995. Resided: 1990, in Huntingdon, Carroll Co., TN. Resided: 1994, in Huntingdon, Carroll Co., TN. She married Lawton G. Brewer. 295. Jess Milton[7] Lacy (Calvin Cecil (Kat), 131). Born, 4 Feb 1897. Died, 14 Aug 1969. Burial in Mt. Lebanon Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1955, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. A military marker used as a footstone on his grave reads "Tennessee Pvt Co I 57 Infantry World War I." He married Bessie Elnor Moody, 15 Dec 1917, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 3 Nov 1895. Died, 31 May 1957. Burial in Mt. Lebanon Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Children: 624 i. J. B.[8] Lacy. ii. William Lacy. Born, 31 Jan 1928. He married Bettie Lou Spence. iii. Calvin Wesley (Pete) Lacy. He married Mavis Chloe Moore, 17 Sep 1956, in Corinth, Alcorn Co., MS. 296. Harvey C.[7] Lacy (Daniel Webster (Web), 132). Born, 1867. Died, 1916. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. He married Frances Flavia Welch (269), 18 Nov 1894, in Decatur Co., TN. Children: 575 i. Fielding R.[8] Lacy. 576 ii. P. Will (Willie) Lacy. iii. Charlie Theodore Lacy. Born, circa 1903. Census: 1910, in Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1982, in Jackson, Madison Co., TN. iv. James Carl Lacy. Born, 3 Oct 1903. Died, 10 Aug 1961. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1910, in Decatur Co., TN. James Carl Lacy served in the navy for seven years and worked 20 years for general motors. An obituary for him does not list wife or children. 297. Anna[7] Lacy (Daniel Webster (Web), 132). Born, 1869. Died, 1940. Burial in City Cem., Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. She married James Frank Fisher, son of James M. Fisher and Martha J., 17 Jan 1884, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 1862. Died, 1929. Burial in City Cem., Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Postmaster/Store. Children: 625 i. Clara[8] Fisher. ii. Martha Elizabeth (Bess) Fisher. Born, 3 Nov 1890. Died, 25 Oct 1981. Burial in City Cem., Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Store Clerk. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 168 SEVENTH GENERATION iii. Allie Fisher. Born, 1893. Died, 1979. Burial in City Cem., Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. She married, first, Thomas M. Small, circa 1920. She married, second, John W. Myracle, after 1949. iv. Mamie F. Fisher. Born, 1896. Died, 1987. Burial in City Cem., Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. She married Paul S. Simmons, 7 Apr 1919, in Decatur Co., TN. v. Henry Fisher. Resided in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN. Occupation: Lawyer. vi. Frank Fisher. Resided in Nashville, Davidson Co., TN. Occupation: Civil Engineer. 298. Hiram G./Granville H.[7] Lacy (Daniel Webster (Web), 132). Born, 1 Nov 1871. Died, 8 May 1948. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Farmer. He married Lillian A. Rushing (415), 25 Jan 1902, in Decatur Co., TN. Children: 626 i. J. Lewis[8] Lacy. 627 ii. Eloise Velma Lacy. iii. Rube Lacy. Born, circa 1912. Died, 4 Jan 1983, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN (unmarked). Resided: 1948, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. He married Alma Blount. iv. Mary Lacy. Born, circa 1912. Died, 16 Oct 1993, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1948, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1992, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. She married Phelia Green Wright, 14 Dec 1941. Mary (Lacy) Wright was a member of Campground Cumberland Presbyterian Church. An obituary for her does not list children. v. Infant Lacy. Born, 10 Mar 1920. Died, 13 Mar 1920. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. 299. Mary Ann[7] Lacy (Daniel Webster (Web), 132). Born, Feb 1876. Died, before 1959. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1920, in Jackson, Madison Co., TN. She married James W. Myracle (428). 300. Nannie Belle[7] Lacy (Daniel Webster (Web), 132). Born, 1879. Died, 5 May 1948, in Jackson, Madison Co., TN. Burial in City Cem., Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. She married Jesse P. Tate, son of James H. Tate and Emma Jones, 22 Oct 1899, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 1876. Died, 1910. Burial in City Cem., Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. Children: RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 169 SEVENTH GENERATION i. Leo/Louie Elmer[8] Tate. Born, 15 Jan 1901. Resided: 1948, in Jackson, Madison Co., TN. 628 ii. Allie Mae Tate. iii. Jess Troy Tate. Born, 16 Mar 1905. Resided: 1948, in Jackson, Madison Co., TN. iv. Charles Rogers Tate. Born, 30 Jun 1908. Resided: 1948, in Jackson, Madison Co., TN. Resided: 1990, in Jackson, Madison Co., TN. 301. James Harrison[7] Lacy (Daniel Webster (Web), 132). Born, Mar 1889, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, Aug 1964, in Jackson, Madison Co., TN. Burial in Lexington Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1948, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN. Occupation: Railroad. He married Hortense Mae Ross, daughter of William H. Ross. Children: i. Marie[8] Lacy. Resided: 1964, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN. ii. Alene Lacy. Resided: 1964, in San Francisco, CA. She married Lessing. iii. G. D. Lacy. Resided: 1976, in Morristown, Hamblen Co., TN. 302. Oscar[7] Lacy (Daniel Webster (Web), 132). Born, 7 Nov 1893. Died, 11 Aug 1977. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1948, in Decherd, Franklin Co., TN. He married Beulah B. Dennison (464), 20 Jul 1913, in Decatur Co., TN. Children: 629 i. Lena Margaret[8] Lacy. ii. Tom Lacy. Born, circa 1933. 630 iii. Nola Lacy. iv. Joe L. Lacy. 303. Elmer D.[7] Melton. Born, 23 Aug 1909. Died, 10 Nov 1969. Burial in Barren Spg. Cem., Henderson Co., TN. He married Clara Louise Wright, 27 Oct 1928. Born, 13 Feb 1913. Died, 1996, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN. Burial: 20 Oct 1996, in Barren Spg. Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Children: 631 i. Bobby Joe[8] Melton. ii. Elmer D. Melton. Resided: 1996, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN. 304. Dovie[7] Rushing (James Andrew, 138). Born, 17 May 1900. Died, 5 May 1983, in Blytheville, Mississippi Co., AR. Burial in Mt. Moriah Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1963, in Osceola, Mississippi Co., AR. Census: 1910, in Decatur Co., TN. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 170 SEVENTH GENERATION She married Edward (Edd) Austin, son of Pleasant Austin and Josephine (Jocie) Mitchell, 4 Sep 1918, in Henderson Co., TN. Children: i. Lucille[8] Austin. Resided: 1983, in Osceola, Mississippi Co., AR. She married Unknown Cooke. ii. Otin Austin. Resided: 1983, in Osceola, Mississippi Co., AR. iii. Bernie Austin. Resided: 1983, in Jonesboro, Craighead Co., AR. 305. Arthur D.[7] Rushing (James Andrew, 138). Born, 1902. Died, 1972. Burial in Methodist Cem., Scotts Hill, Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1963, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN. He married Burma Clenny, 10 Oct 1925, in Henderson Co., TN. Born, 1907. Children: i. Son[8] Rushing. Born, 24 Sep 1937, in Sardis, Henderson Co., TN. 306. Willie Mae[7] Rushing (James Andrew, 138). Born, 1906. Died, 8 May 1996, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN. Burial in Mt. Moriah Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1963, in Reagan, Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1920, in Sardis, Henderson Co., TN. She married Coy Wesley Clenney, son of Eddie Lafayette Clenney and Roxie Ann Stanfill. Born, 1899. Children: i. Mary[8] Clenney. Resided: 1945, in Dell, AR. ii. Neil Willas Clenney. Resided: 1996, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN. He married Ella Louise Ervin, 28 May 1955. iii. Virginia Hill Clenney. Born, 21 Apr 1933, in Sardis, Henderson Co., TN. iv. Jerry G. Clenney. Resided: 1996, in Reagan, Henderson Co., TN. v. Peggy Clenney. Resided: 1996, in Reagan, Henderson Co., TN. She married Unknown Washburn. vi. Nell Clenney. Resided: 1996, in Reagan, Henderson Co., TN. She married Unknown Wallace. 307. Harvey Curt (Curtis)[7] Rushing (James Andrew, 138). Born, 15 Aug 1908. Census: 1920, in Sardis, Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1963, in Reagan, Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1996, in Sardis, Henderson Co., TN. He married, first, Roma Bertha Clenny, 14 Mar 1930, in Henderson Co., TN. Born, 8 Aug 1913. Died, 28 Mar 1952, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN. Burial in Mt. Moriah Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Children: i. Gladys Rachael[8] Rushing. Resided: 1952, in Sardis, Henderson Co., TN. She married, first, Noah Adams. She married, second, Fred Hays, son of Dossie Hays and Dorothy Melton. 632 ii. Joy Maxine Rushing. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 171 SEVENTH GENERATION He married, second, Opal White. Children: iii. Larry Rushing. Born, 1 Jan 1960. Resided: 1994, in TX. 308. Casey H.[7] Rushing (James Andrew, 138). Born, 15 Oct 1910. Died, Nov 1992. Census: 1920, in Sardis, Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1963, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1989, in Adamsville, McNairy Co., TN. He married, first, Pauline Robbins, 13 Apr 1935, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 22 Jul 1913. Died, 10 Dec 1986, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN. Burial in Mt. Moriah Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Children: i. Joe[8] Rushing. Resided: 1986, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN. ii. Hal Gerald Rushing. Born, 4 Jan 1936. Died, 22 Jan 1936. Burial in Mt. Moriah Cem., Henderson Co., TN. 633 iii. Harold Lynn Rushing. He married, second, Noverta Beckham. 309. Zula J.[7] Rushing (James Andrew, 138). Born, circa 1913. Resided: 1983, in Bethel Springs, McNairy Co., TN. Resided: 1963, in Luxora, Mississippi Co., AR. Census: 1920, in Sardis, Henderson Co., TN. In 1996 she was living in Blytheville, AR. She married Buford Austin, son of E. Andrew Austin and Ettie May Tucker, 23 Dec 1933, in Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1996, in Blytheville, Mississippi Co., AR. Children: i. Buford[8] Austin. Born, 1935. Died, 11 May 1935. Burial in Cedar Grove Cem., Henderson Co., TN. 310. Claude E.[7] Rushing (James Andrew, 138). Born, 22 Jan 1914. Died, 11 Jul 1989. Burial in Mt. Moriah Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1963, in Reagan, Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1981, in Reagan, Henderson Co., TN. Occupation: Farmer. He married Ruby L. Ethridge, 26 Oct 1935, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 29 Aug 1918. Died, 16 Jan 1990. Burial in Mt. Moriah Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Children: 634 i. Clyde Wayne[8] Rushing. ii. Johnny Rushing. Resided: 1991, in Reagan, Henderson Co., TN. 311. L. Fredona[7] Rushing (James Matt, 141). Born, 8 Jan 1869. Died, 7 Apr 1957, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Parsons Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 172 SEVENTH GENERATION She married, first, James A. Liles, 28 Apr 1897, in Decatur Co., TN. Children: 635 i. Ina[8] Liles. She married, second, William Patterson Lewis, son of William Henry Lewis and Harriet Ann (Hattie) Mitchell, 11 Apr 1903, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 16 Sep 1871, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, 31 Dec 1933. Burial in Parsons Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Children: ii. W. Curtley Lewis. Born, circa 1904. Resided: 1957, in Jackson, Madison Co., TN. Resided: circa 1993, in Shelbyville, Bedford Co., TN. 312. James M.[7] Rushing (James Matt, 141). Born, 1871. Died, 1952. Burial in Parsons Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1910, in Decatur County. He married, first, Josie Howell, 8 Mar 1902, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 1876. Died, 1914, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Parsons Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Children: 636 i. Hurlet[8] Rushing. 637 ii. J. Harbert (Harb) Rushing. iii. Earl H. Rushing. Born, 17 Jun 1910. Died, 15 Nov 1987. Burial in Parsons Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1920, in Decatur Co., TN. A military marker on his grave notes that he was a corporal in the U.S. Army during World War II. The obituary for him in the Parsons News Leader (18 Nov 1987) did not mention any wife or children survivors. He married, second, Emma Taylor, daughter of Andrew Jackson Taylor and Larthine T. Rosson, 11 Sep 1920, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 27 Apr 1879. Died, 4 Nov 1967. Burial in Bear Creek Cem., Decatur Co., TN. 313. Samuel F.[7] Warden. Born, 17 Nov 1876. Died, 4 Feb 1968. Burial in Parsons Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. He married Cora B. Born, 16 May 1877. Died, 8 Apr 1959. Burial in Parsons Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Children: i. Paul[8] Warden. Born, 9 Jan 1901. Died, 27 Apr 1903. Burial in Parsons Cem., Decatur Co., TN. 314. John T.[7] Warden. Born, 20 Nov 1878. Died, 4 Oct 1957. Burial in Parsons Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. He married Vada Arnold, daughter of William H. Arnold and Tennie Partin, RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 173 SEVENTH GENERATION 1901. Mar License, 25 Dec 1901, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 28 Feb 1886. Died, 21 May 1971. Burial in Parsons Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1933, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Children: i. Margaret[8] Warden. She married Jack Pickens. 638 ii. Tom Warden. iii. C. A. Warden. Burial in Parsons Cem., Decatur Co., TN. iv. Herring Warden. Born, 17 Apr 1903. Died, 23 Jul 1904. Burial in Parsons Cem., Decatur Co., TN. v. Louis P. Warden. Born, 17 Sep 1904. Died, 18 Feb 1928. Burial in Parsons Cem., Decatur Co., TN. vi. John Thomas Warden. Born, 9 Dec 1908. He married Letha Mae. vii. Ruby Juanita Warden. Born, 17 Oct 1913. Died, 6 Dec 1913. Burial in Parsons Cem., Decatur Co., TN. 315. Maude[7] Warden. Born, 1884. Died, 1963. Burial in Parsons Cem., Decatur Co., TN. She married Curry Franklin (Frank) Arnold, son of Ephriam E. (Eph) Arnold and Medora (Dora) Crowder, 26 Oct 1909, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 1885. Died, 1956. Burial in Parsons Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Children: i. Maggie Sue[8] Arnold. She married Esco Watson. 639 ii. James Arnold. iii. Frankie Ann Arnold. 316. Walter A.[7] Partin. Born, 13 Jan 1883. Died, 14 Jan 1949. Burial in Parsons Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1920, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. He married Lillian Taylor, 24 Dec 1913, in NM. Born, circa 1893, in OK. Census: 1902 (??) in Decatur Co., TN. Children: i. Virginia[8] Partin. Born, circa 1915. Census: 1920, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Resided: circa 1976, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN. 640 ii. Francis Partin. iii. Austin Partin. Born, after 1920. Resided: circa 1976, in MI. 317. Ada Lee[7] Partin. Born, Jul 1887, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Died, 1973, in Jackson, Madison Co., TN. Burial in Parsons Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1947, in Miami, Dade Co., FL. She married William E. Medearis. Born, 1880. Died, 1947. Burial in Parsons Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Children: i. Walter M.[8] Medearis. Born, 4 Aug 1907. Died, 9 Aug 1976. Burial in Parsons Cem., Decatur Co., TN. He married Dora Ethel Smith, daughter of James Hyder Smith and Ethel Hardin, 4 Nov RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 174 SEVENTH GENERATION 1939, in Decatur Co., TN. ii. Infant Daughter Medearis. Born, Feb 1925. Died, Feb 1925. Burial in Parsons Cem., Decatur Co., TN. iii. Howard Medearis. Resided: 1973, in Miami, Dade Co., FL. iv. June Medearis. Resided: 1973, in Atlanta, Fulton Co., GA. She married Unknown Masterson. 318. Carl W./William C.[7] Partin. Born, Aug 1891. Died, 1983. Burial in Parsons Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1973, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Carl W. Partin is listed as William C. Partin in the 1900 census. He married Mary E. Wood, 18 Jun 1919, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, circa 1899. Died, 14 Jun 1996. Burial in Parsons Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Children: 641 i. Doris[8] Partin. 319. George Walter[7] Brasher (John Walter, 146). Born, 28 Jul 1871. Died, 25 Jun 1942. Burial in Brigance Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1920, in Madison Co., TN. Occupation: Physician. He married, first, Arbie Ann Bright (587), 13 Mar 1898, in Decatur Co., TN. Children: 642 i. Jetty[8] Brasher. 643 ii. Phelan Bright Brasher. 644 iii. Roberta Brasher. iv. Mattie Brasher. Born, 22 Mar 1905. Census: 1920, in Madison Co., TN. Resided: 1960, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN. She married William P. Deitz. v. Joe Brasher. Born, 5 Nov 1907. Died, 28 Nov 1908. Burial in Brigance Cem., Decatur Co., TN. vi. Anna Fay Brasher. Born, 7 May 1909. Died, 29 Oct 1912. Burial in Wesson's Chapel, Decatur Co., TN. 645 vii. George Walter Brasher. He married, second, Irene Foote. Born, 2 Mar 1885. Died, 4 Oct 1960, in Jackson, Madison Co., TN. Burial in Hollywood Cem., Jackson, Madison Co., TN. Occupation: Nurse. Irene Foote Brasher was the first public health nurse in Madison County. She first moved to Madison County in 1921 but lived in Hollywood, california, for several years before returning to Jackson about 1957. 320. John Martin[7] Harrington (Francis Marion, 147). Born, 1871. Died, 1964. Burial in Mt. Zion Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1950, in Scotts Hill, TN. Occupation: Farmer. He married, first, Mary F. Mills, daughter of Benjamin Mills and Doras C. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 175 SEVENTH GENERATION Rogers, 26 Jan 1893, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 1868. Died, 1939. Burial in Mt. Zion Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. Children: i. Infant[8] Harrington. Born, 4 Jul 1894. Died, 4 Jul 1894. Burial in Smith Chapel, Henderson Co., TN. ii. James H. Harrington. Born, 13 Feb 1896. Died, 25 Jun 1918. Burial in Mt. Zion Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. iii. Infant Son Harrington. Born, 16 Mar 1902. Died, 16 Mar 1902. Burial in Smith Chapel, Henderson Co., TN. iv. Jennie Harrington. Born, 1903. Died, 1937. Burial in Mt. Zion Cem., Decatur Co., TN. She married Tom Tharp. v. Albert Harrington. Born, circa 1910. Died, 1985, in Hohenwald, Lewis Co., TN. Burial: 25 Apr 1985, in Mt. Zion Cem., Decatur Co., TN (unmarked). An obituary for Albert Harrington mention his aunt Nell Broadway but did not list wife or children. He married, second, Elnora M. Pratt, daughter of William (Bill) Pratt and Elizabeth Jones, 30 Jun 1941, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 15 Jan 1886. Died, 16 Jan 1967. Burial in Peace Chapel, Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. He married, third, Mary E. Blackburn, daughter of R. H. Blackburn and Elizabeth (Betty) Morgan, circa 1950. Born, 1875. Died, 1966. Birth(2): Sep 1873. Burial in Peace Chapel, Decatur Co., TN. 321. Nancy M. Ether[7] Harrington (Francis Marion, 147). Born, 19 Apr 1877. Died, 7 Nov 1908. Burial in Smith Chapel, Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. She married Arthur Jefferson Long, son of John W. Long and Silva Josephine Martin, 25 Dec 1893, 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: i. Arbie[8] Long. Born, 25 Jun 1895. Died, 27 Jun 1896. Burial in Smith Chapel, Henderson Co., TN. ii. Infant Long. Born, Oct 1896. Died, Oct 1896. Burial in Smith Chapel, Henderson Co., TN. iii. Alice Long. Born, 15 Dec 1899. Died, 15 Feb 1915. Burial in Mt. Zion Cem., Decatur Co., TN. iv. Virgil P. Long. Born, 1902. Resided: 1973, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1991, in Shelbyville, Bedford Co., TN. He married, first, Jettie M. Helms, 13 Aug 1919, in Decatur Co., TN. He married, second, Essie Powers, daughter of Evander Etheredge Powers and Kizzie Averett. v. Fielden T. Long. Born, Sep 1905. Died, 16 Mar 1906. Burial in Smith Chapel, Henderson Co., TN. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 176 SEVENTH GENERATION vi. Ezra Long. Born, Oct 1907. Died, Jul 1908. Burial in Smith Chapel, Henderson Co., TN. 322. Magnolia (Maggie)[7] Harrington (Francis Marion, 147). Born, 9 Aug 1877, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, 1950. Birth(2): 1873. Burial in Crowell Chapel, Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1950, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. She married Gilbert Franklin (Bud) Jackson (417). 323. Mary Alice[7] Harrington (Francis Marion, 147). Born, 10 Jun 1880. Died, 2 Mar 1910. Burial in Mt. Zion Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN/Henderson Co., TN. She married Millard Fillmore Jackson (418). 324. Darling (Doll) Francis[7] Harrington (Francis Marion, 147). Born, 10 Aug 1900, in Mt. Zion Com., Decatur Co., TN. Died, 14 Sep 1965, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN. Burial in Mt. Zion Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1950, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1910, in Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Farmer. He married Mildred Myracle, daughter of Jesse Alexander Myracle and Mary Effie Wilson, 28 Dec 1939, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 17 Aug 1914. Census: 1920, in Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1988, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Children: i. Deborah[8] Harrington. Resided: 1965, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. ii. Marie Harrington. Resided: 1965, in Huron, Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1992, in Decatur Co., TN. She married Bill Blackstock, son of Buford Blackstock and Viola. 325. Callie Lee[7] Veal (William Jackson, 148). Born, 1894. Died, 1960. Burial in City Cem., Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. She married William Edgar (Edd) White (604). 326. Myrtle[7] Veal (William Jackson, 148). Born, 1908. Died, 15 Nov 1991, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN. Burial in Mt. Zion Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1991, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. She married Lawrence J. Connell. Born, 1906. Died, 1986. Burial in Mt. Zion Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Children: i. Harold[8] Connell. Resided: 1991, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. ii. Gary Connell. Resided: 1991, in Scotts Hill, TN. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 177 SEVENTH GENERATION 327. Golden Vela[7] Veal (William Jackson, 148). Born, 3 Mar 1914. Resided: 1991, in St Louis, St. Louis Co., MO. She married Argel Elco (Tom) Jackson (650). 328. Granville E.[7] Veal (Lafayette (Fate), 149). Born, 1890. Died, 1972. Burial in Mt. Zion Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Farmer. He married, first, Sallie Maude Lomax, daughter of William H. Lomax and Mary Matilda Parish, 8 Feb 1914, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, Nov 1890. Died, 1951. Burial in Mt. Zion Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Children: i. Alton Alzo[8] Veal. Born, 9 May 1915. Died, 1 Nov 1988, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Parsons Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1951, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN. Resided: before 1983, in St. Louis, MO. He married Margaret Gordon. Alton Veal was a veteran of World War II. He worked for over 26 years for the Rexall Drug Store. ii. Alpha Veal. Born, 28 Mar 1917. Resided: 1988, in Reagon, TN. Occupation: Factory. She married Roby Maness. He married, second, Addie Dodd, 27 Nov 1958, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 1900, in Henderson Co., TN. Died, 1984, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Christian Chapel, Henderson Co., TN. 329. Leslie C.[7] Veal (Lafayette (Fate), 149). Born, 1898. Died, 1970. Burial in Mt. Zion Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Farmer. He married Zora E. Powers, 17 Jan 1918, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 1899. Children: i. Infant Daughter[8] Veal. Born, 13 Nov 1924. Died, 18 Nov 1924. Burial in Mt. Zion Cem., Decatur Co., TN. ii. Henry Maxwell Veal. Born, 9 Jan 1931. Died, 24 Jan 1956, in Charleston, Charleston Co., SC. Burial in Mt. Zion Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Navy. Maxwell Veal died at the Naval Hospital in Charleston, SC, of injuries received in an automobile accident near Charleston Naval Yard, where he was assigned. 656 iii. R. M. Veal. 330. Loyd Richard[7] Rushing (James (Jim) Frank, 151). Born, 17 Feb 1905. Died, 22 Feb 1973, in Huntingdon, Carroll Co., TN. Burial in Pleasant Hill C., Carroll Co., TN. Census: 1910, in Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Factory. He married Elsie Irene. Occupation: Factory. Children: RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 178 SEVENTH GENERATION i. Jimmy Ralph[8] Rushing. Resided: 1973, in Milan, Gibson Co., TN. ii. Ruby Rushing. Resided: 1973, in Milan, Gibson Co., TN. She married Webb. iii. Laura Rushing. Resided: 1973, in Milan, Gibson Co., TN. She married Martin. iv. Linda Rushing. Resided: 1973, in Milan, Gibson Co., TN. She married Wallace. v. Kielene Rushing. Resided: 1973, in Stockdale, CA. She married Dycus. 331. Luther Cecil[7] Rushing (James (Jim) Frank, 151). Born, 2 Mar 1907, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, 8 Jul 1994, in Huntingdon, Carroll Co., TN. Census: 1910, in Decatur Co., TN. Resided: circa 1987, in Dollar Hill, Carroll Co., TN. "Luther and [his wife] Floy lived in the Lavinia Community in Carroll County during the 1930's. When the Milan Arsenal was constructed their home was among those destroyed. In 1938 the family moved to the Dollar Hill Community near Clarksburg into the house built by Floy's father in 1908." [History of Carroll County, Tennessee] He married Floy Lucinda Laws, daughter of John Sims Laws and Emma Brandon, 22 Feb 1929, in Waverly, Humphreys Co., TN. Children: 657 i. Luthera Eloise[8] Rushing. 658 ii. George Earl Rushing. 659 iii. Darwyn Laws Rushing. iv. Franklin Wayne Rushing. Born, 10 Mar 1949. Resided: circa 1987, in Jackson, Madison Co., TN. Franklin Wayne Rushing "Attended Clarksburg Public School and graduated in 1967. Received formal education at Freed-Hardeman College in Henderson and the University of Tn at Martin in 1971. Frank is a resident of Jackson where he is employed by the Tn Department of Health and Environment." [History of Carroll County, Tennessee] 332. Susie J.[7] Rushing (William Henry, 152). Born, 1875. Died, 1958. Burial in Mt. Zion Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1957, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Note: Descendants of Susie J. Rushing say her parents were Henry and Nancy Rushing. This is not supported by census data. Census data would support her being the daughter of John L. Rushing (b. c1849) and Susannah Bussell. She married Stephen H. Thomas, son of William H. Thomas and Elizabeth Powers, 21 Apr 1891, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 1863. Died, 1934. Burial in Mt. Zion Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Children: i. William Henry[8] Thomas. Born, 1892. Died, 1926. Burial in Mt. Zion Cem., Decatur Co., TN. 660 ii. Donnie Thomas. 661 iii. J. Otto Thomas. 662 iv. Lillian Thomas. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 179 SEVENTH GENERATION 663 v. Oliver Andrew Thomas. 664 vi. Arthur Lloyd Thomas. 333. John W.[7] Rushing (William Henry, 152). Born, 1 Apr 1878. Died, 23 Feb 1924. Burial in Hawkes Cem., Decatur Co., TN. He married, first, Florence Herndon, 17 Feb 1893, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 1878. Died, 1902. Burial in Hawkes Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Children: 665 i. Arbie[8] Rushing. 666 ii. Carrie Rushing. He married, second, Ida Estelle Pinkley, daughter of Samuel Franklin Pinkley and Mary Ellen (Mellie) Hays, 14 Feb 1904, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 8 Nov 1886. Died, 17 Apr 1982, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN. Census: 1920, in Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1959, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN. Children: 667 iii. Lee Roy Rushing. 668 iv. Eula Augusta (Gussie) Rushing. 334. Phillip Andrew (Andy)[7] Rushing (William Henry, 152). Born, 1887. Died, 1959, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Hawkes Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1910, in Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Farmer. "Mr. Rushing was a large landowner in Decatur County, and was a prominent farmer. He died while getting in wood for the night, apparently of a heart attack." His obituary does not list surviving children. [obituary in the Parsons News Leader, 30 Jan 1959] He married Eula Jane Pettigrew, daughter of James K. Polk Pettigrew and Maggie A. Shurdon, 6 Oct 1917, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 1889. Died, 1964. Birth(2): 18 Oct 1888. Burial in Hawkes Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Children: i. Andy[8] Rushing. Born, 1925. Died, 1926. Burial in Hawkes Cem., Decatur Co., TN. 335. Della Nancy[7] Rushing (William Henry, 152). Born, 22 Mar 1898. Died, 27 Dec 1978, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Bear Creek Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1959, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. She married John A. Coats, son of Franklin (Frank) Coats and Martha Malisa Taylor, 31 May 1919, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 11 Mar 1890. Died, 30 Sep 1966. Burial in Bear Creek Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Children: 669 i. Lois[8] Coats. 336. George W.[7] Rushing (Richard Burl, 153). Born, 1879. Died, 1961, in RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 180 SEVENTH GENERATION Shady Hill, Henderson Co., TN. Burial in New Hope Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Henderson Co., TN. He married Tinie Dyer, daughter of Robert Dyer and Mary Eugena Milam, 26 Dec 1916, in Henderson Co., TN. Born, 1887. Died, 1975. Burial in New Hope Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1991, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN. A funeral home record of her son Dalto Rushing lists her name as Margaret Jane Dyer. Children: i. Mary Eugenia[8] Rushing. Born, circa 1919. Resided: 1961, in Shady Hill, Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1920, in Henderson Co., TN. ii. Robert Richard Rushing. Born, circa 1920. Resided: 1961, in Shady Hill, Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1920, in Henderson Co., TN. iii. Dalton Rushing. Born, 6 Feb 1922, in Henderson Co., TN. Died, 14 Apr 1977, in Williamson Co., TN. Burial in Maplewood Cem., Henry Co., TN. Resided: 1961, in Dyersburg, Dyer Co., TN. Occupation: Conservation. He married Martha Vandyck. 337. Polly Ann[7] Rushing (Richard Burl, 153). Born, 26 Dec 1880. Died, 8 May 1964. Burial in Oak Grove Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1960, in Scotts Hill, TN. She married Unknown Moody. Children: i. Jafer[8] Moody. Resided: 1964, in St. Louis, St. Louis Co., MO. ii. Oder Moody. Resided: 1964, in Scotts Hill, TN. She married Unknown Harrington. 338. Florence[7] Rushing (Richard Burl, 153). Born, 3 Nov 1883. Died, 27 Dec 1968. Burial in Judson Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1960, in Scotts Hill, TN. She married Thomas Jefferson Johnson, son of George Wash Johnson and Belle. Born, 12 Nov 1879. Died, 2 Jun 1960, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN. Burial in Judson Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Thomas Jefferson Johnson was a member of Judson Baptist Church and a Mason. Children: 670 i. Hattie M.[8] Johnson. 671 ii. Ellentine (Tiny) Johnson. iii. Ellis Johnson. Born, 30 Jul 1907. Resided: 1994, in Scotts Hill, TN. 672 iv. George D. Johnson. v. Richard Woodrow Johnson. Born, 11 Feb 1913. Died, 9 Jun 1991. Burial in Judson Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1985, in Scotts Hill, TN. He married Linda Mae. vi. Cathleen Johnson. Born, 23 Jan 1917. Resided: 1960, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN. Resided: 1994, in Scotts Hill, TN. She married RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 181 SEVENTH GENERATION Vernice R. Montgomery, 22 May 1937. vii. Fannie Johnson. Died, before 1985. Resided: 1960, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN. She married Unknown McClanahan. 339. William Burl[7] Rushing (Richard Burl, 153). Born, 1886. Died, Apr 1965. Burial in New Hope Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1961, in Reagan, Henderson Co., TN. He married Maude Lucinda Austin, daughter of John Frances Austin and Susan Ellen Duck. Born, 1889. Died, 1982. Burial in New Hope Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Children: i. Wilma Sue[8] Rushing. Born, circa 1918. Census: 1920, in Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1965, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN. She married Olin Milner, 23 Jun 1935, in Henderson Co., TN. ii. Richard B. Rushing. Born, 6 Oct 1919. Died, 4 Nov 1919. Burial in New Hope Cem., Henderson Co., TN. 340. Jesse[7] Rushing (John W., 155). Born, Mar 1896. Died, 1981. Resided: 1972, in Scotts Hill, TN. Burial in Prospect Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1920, in Chester Co., TN. He married Lecta Cordle, daughter of Jess Cordle and Margaret, 24 Apr 1915, in Henderson Co., TN. Born, 1896. Died, 28 Feb 1972. Burial in Prospect Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1920, in Chester Co., TN. Children: i. Emily Mae[8] Rushing. Born, 26 Apr 1916. Died, 12 Aug 1989. Burial in Prospect Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1972, in Scotts Hill, TN. ii. Mary Rushing. Born, circa 1916. Census: 1920, in Chester Co., TN. iii. Milton Rushing. Born, circa 1918. Census: 1920, in Chester Co., TN. iv. Anna Rushing. Born, 3 Dec 1926, in Sardis, Henderson Co., TN. v. Daughter Rushing. Born, 29 May 1931, in Sardis, Henderson Co., TN. vi. Annie Mae Rushing. Born, 16 Sep 1933, in Sardis, Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1972, in Sardis, Henderson Co., TN. She married Unknown Millner. vii. Johnny Rushing. Resided: 1972, in Enville, Chester Co., TN. viii. Gilbert Rushing. Resided: 1972, in Forest City, IL. ix. Wesley Rushing. Resided: 1972, in Chicago, Cook Co., IL. x. Jessie Lee Rushing. Resided: 1972, in Bolivar, Hardeman Co., TN. She married Unknown Cross. xi. Margaret Rushing. Resided: 1972, in Henderson, Chester Co., TN. She married Unknown Maness. 341. Phillip Lee[7] Allen. Born, 19 Sep 1890, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, 13 Jun 1956, in Hardeman Co., TN. Burial in Pentecostal Cem., Scotts Hill, Decatur RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 182 SEVENTH GENERATION Co., TN. He married Vertie M. Pratt. License, 7 Jun 1911, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 1896. Died, 1975. Burial in Pentecostal Cem., Scotts Hill, Decatur Co., TN. Children: 673 i. Ruby Mae[8] Allen. 674 ii. Reba Mary Allen. 675 iii. Willie Sue Allen. iv. James Wylie Allen. Born, 1 Nov 1926, in Decatur Co., TN. He married Bessie Sharp. v. Goldie Allen. Born, 22 Jul 1936, in Decatur Co., TN. She married Clinton Odell Barrett. vi. Mary Lynn Allen. Born, 1 Apr 1940, in Decatur Co., TN. She married Joe Hydron. 342. Vester[7] Rushing (Adam Leon, 157). Born, 23 Dec 1899. Died, Oct 1964, in Scotts Hill, TN. Burial in Barren Spg. Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1942, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN. Occupation: Construction. He married Mary Ellen Pirtle, daughter of Jasper Pirtle and Ella, 17 Oct 1942, in Henderson Co., TN. Marriage(2): 26 Dec 1931, in Henderson Co., TN. Born, 8 Apr 1907. Died, 12 Jan 1975. Burial in Barren Spg. Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Children: 676 i. Mildred Marie[8] Rushing. ii. Thomas A. Rushing. Born, 6 Sep 1937, in Henderson Co., TN. This may be one of two infants of Vester Rushing and and Mary Ellen Pritle who are said to have died and been buried in unmarked graves at Old Hurricane Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Vester and Mary Ellen had a child born 22 Jun 1936. 343. Lester[7] Rushing (Adam Leon, 157). Born, 23 Dec 1899. Died, 16 May 1969, in Reagan, Henderson Co., TN. Burial in Edge Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1964, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN. Occupation: Farmer. He married Lucy Mildred Patterson, daughter of William Carroll Patterson and Mary Ella Montgomery. Born, 31 May 1902, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, 6 Dec 1991, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN. Burial in Edge Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Children: i. Cloyd A.[8] Rushing. Born, 3 Apr 1926, in Henderson Co., TN. Died, 1945, in Henderson Co., TN. Burial in Edge Cem., Henderson Co., TN. 677 ii. Loyd Lester Rushing. 678 iii. Joe Carroll Rushing. iv. James L. Rushing. Born, 9 Sep 1933, in Henderson Co., TN. Died, 1950, in Henderson Co., TN. Burial in Edge Cem., Henderson Co., RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 183 SEVENTH GENERATION TN. 679 v. Robbie Pauline Rushing. vi. Howell P. Rushing. Born, 28 Jul 1938, in Henderson Co., TN. Died, 19 Jan 1993, in Jackson, Madison Co., TN. Burial in Edge Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1991, in Reagan, Henderson Co., TN. Occupation: Factory. vii. Mary Ruth Rushing. Born, 8 Sep 1946, in Henderson Co., TN. Died, 5 Oct 1972, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN. Burial in Edge Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1969, in Reagan, Henderson Co., TN. 344. Thomas Stinson[7] Rushing (Adam Leon, 157). Born, circa 1912. Resided: 1992, in Huron, OH. Resided: 1972, in Lorain, Lorain Co., OH. Census: 1920, in Henderson Co., TN. He married Ruby Elliot, 3 Dec 1938, in Decatur Co., TN. Children: i. Betty Jo[8] Rushing. Born, circa 1944. Died, 15 May 1992, in Huron, OH. Burial in Mem. Gardens, Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1992, in Sandusky, Erie Co., OH. She married Loius Dandrea. 345. Faye Elizabeth[7] Holley. Born, 5 Jul 1899. Died, 4 Aug 1972, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Mt. Zion Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1950, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Faye (Holley) Morgan was a member of Mt. Zion Baptist Church. She lived in the Davis Community for 21 years before moving to Parsons. She married Curry B. Morgan, 6 Aug 1916, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 1893. Died, 24 Jan 1969. Burial in Mt. Zion Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1960, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Physician. Children: 680 i. Thomas Edison[8] Morgan. ii. Iris Morgan. Resided: 1972, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. She married Unknown Brasher. iii. Peggy Morgan. Resided: 1972, in Nashville, Davidson Co., TN. She married Unknown Hunt. 346. Reeder R.[7] Holley. Born, 23 Sep 1907, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Died, 13 Aug 1950. Burial in Mt. Zion Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Reeder R. Holley served in the Atlantic fleet during World War II and later was band chief at the Millington Naval Air Station. He married Louise Harmon. Resided: 1950, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN. Children: i. Carol[8] Holley. 347. Noah A.[7] Hobbs. Born, 27 Feb 1895. Died, 16 Dec 1980. Burial in Concord RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 184 SEVENTH GENERATION Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1976, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. A military marker on his grave notes "Pvt US Army World War I." He married Mattie Mae Raney, 11 Nov 1917, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 19 Aug 1899. Died, 3 Jun 1995, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1991, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Matties was a member of Concord United Methodist Church. Children: i. Herbert[8] Hobbs. Born, 1919. Died, 1919. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. ii. Hubert Hobbs. Born, 1919. Died, 1920. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. iii. Louise Hobbs. Born, 1920. Died, 1920. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. 681 iv. Velma Lucille Hobbs. v. Noah Paul Hobbs. Born, 1926. Died, 1943. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. vi. Ruby Hobbs. Resided: 1995, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. She married J. Baker. 348. Elbert W.[7] Johnson. Born, 12 Jul 1903. Died, 25 Mar 1983, in Jonesboro, Craighead Co., AR. Burial in Mt. Zion Cem., Decatur Co., TN. He married Lucy Almenda Moody, daughter of James Adam (Jim Bob) Moody and Nancy Burk Bartholomew, 5 Apr 1925. Born, 22 Oct 1904, in Middleburg, Henderson Co., TN. Died, 14 Nov 1982, in Jonesboro, Craighead Co., AR. Burial in Mt. Zion Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1933, in Huron, Henderson Co., TN. Children: 682 i. Elmer Lee[8] Johnson. ii. Velma Marie Johnson. Born, 28 May 1933, in Juno, Henderson Co., TN. She married, first, John Nails. She married, second, Ray Taylor. iii. Mary Bernice Johnson. Born, 31 May 1938, in Ponchatoula, Tangipahou Par., LA. She married Curtis Felton, 31 Oct 1954, in Leachville, Mississippi Co., AR. 349. Clyde Cecil[7] Rushing (Burrell Franklin, 161). Born, Apr 1898, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Died, Jan 1981, in Jackson, Madison Co., TN. Burial in Memory Gardens, Gibson Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. Resided in Milan, Gibson Co., TN. Occupation: Farmer. He married Nettie Laster. Born, 28 Feb 1905. Died, Mar 1983. Resided: 1981, in Milan, Gibson Co., TN. Resided: 1983, in Milan, Gibson Co., TN. Children: i. Thelma Leona[8] Rushing. Born, 8 Feb 1924. Died, 4 Nov 1924. Burial in Rushing Creek C., Decatur Co., TN. ii. Idell Rushing. Resided: 1981, in Milan, Gibson Co., TN. She married Clennie. iii. Willodean Rushing. Resided: 1981, in Milan, Gibson Co., TN. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 185 SEVENTH GENERATION iv. Shirley Rushing. Resided: 1981, in Milan, Gibson Co., TN. She married Unknown Murphee. v. Mable Rushing. Resided: 1981, in Steger, Cook Co., IL. She married Powers. vi. J. D. Rushing. Resided: 1981, in Milan, Gibson Co., TN. vii. Howard Rushing. Resided: 1981, in Milan, Gibson Co., TN. viii. Clyde Cecil Rushing. Resided: 1981, in Milan, Gibson Co., TN. ix. Bill Rushing. Resided: 1981, in Harrisburg, Poinset Co., AR. 350. John Floyd[7] Rushing (Burrell Franklin, 161). Born, 1 Jan 1900. Died, 14 Sep 1993, in Donelson, Davidson Co., TN. Burial in Pentecostal Cem., Scotts Hill, Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1984, in Scotts Hill, TN. Occupation: Farmer. According to the census of 1900, John F. Rushing was born in December 1899. He was a member of Scotts Hill Pentecostal Church and the Decatur County Farm Bureau. He married Ruby Pearl Chumney, daughter of Samuel Mathew Chumney and Laura Ann Scott, 2 Mar 1930, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 25 Dec 1913, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, 30 Sep 1974, in Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Pentecostal Cem., Scotts Hill, Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1964, in Scotts Hill, TN. Children: 683 i. Floyd[8] Rushing. ii. Fayleen Rushing. Born, 4 Nov 1935. Resided: 1974, in Nashville, Davidson Co., TN. Resided: 1993, in Nashville, Davidson Co., TN. She married Troy Murphy. iii. Raymond C. Rushing. Born, 26 Jun 1943. Resided: 1974, in Oaklawn, IL. Resided: 1993, in Chapel Hill, Orange Co., NC. He married Beverly Crampton, before 1968, in Chicago, Cook Co., IL. Raymond C. Rushing serves in Vietnam in the 53rd Signal Batallion, U.S. Army. 351. Enes Franklin[7] Rushing (Burrell Franklin, 161). Born, 11 Oct 1905. Died, 28 Feb 1990, in Jackson, Madison Co., TN. Burial in Pentecostal Cem., Scotts Hill, Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1910, in Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1984, in Scotts Hill, TN. Occupation: Farmer. He married Hautie Swafford, daughter of J. Arlie Swafford and S. Della Duck, 31 Oct 1931, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 14 Jun 1912. Resided: 1970, in Scotts Hill, TN. Resided: 1991, in Scotts Hill, TN. Children: 684 i. Odell F.[8] Rushing. ii. Bob Rushing. iii. Loudean Rushing. iv. Gerdlean Rushing. 685 v. Lendia Kay Rushing. 352. Myrtle A.[7] Rushing (Burrell Franklin, 161). Born, 15 Oct 1910. Died, 16 Jul 1996, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Mt. Zion Cem., Decatur Co., RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 186 SEVENTH GENERATION TN. Census: 1910, in Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1990, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Factory. Myrtle (Rushing) Chumney was a member of Mt. Zion Baptist Church. She married Clarence Otis Chumney, son of Samuel Mathew Chumney and Laura Ann Scott, 8 Sep 1929, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 10 Mar 1910. Died, 13 Feb 1974. Burial in Mt. Zion Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1958, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Children: i. James[8] Chumney. Resided: 1996, in Nashville, Davidson Co., TN. 353. Charles Burt (Charlie)[7] Rushing (Burrell Franklin, 161). Born, 13 Feb 1912. Died, 11 Aug 1994. Resided: 1990, in Reagan, Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1984, in Sardis, Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1920, in Decatur Co., TN. He married Myrtle Lucille Broadway, daughter of William W. (Bill) Broadway and Susie Culp, 3 Mar 1936, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 30 Sep 1919, in Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1991, in Reagan, Henderson Co., TN. Children: i. Infant[8] Rushing. Born, 1936. Died, 1936. Burial in Mt. Zion Cem., Decatur Co., TN. 686 ii. Ernest Rushing. iii. Grady Rushing. Born, 1 Nov 1941. Died, 8 Jan 1942. Burial in Rushing Grove C., Decatur Co., TN. iv. O. C. Rushing. Resided: 1992, in Nashville, Davidson Co., TN. v. Grapel Lou Rushing. Resided: 1992, in Nashville, Davidson Co., TN. She married Unknown Seiner. vi. Mable Sue Rushing. Resided: 1992, in Nashville, Davidson Co., TN. She married Unknown Cargill. 687 vii. Margaret Lucille Rushing. 688 viii. Charles Rushing. 689 ix. Harold D. Rushing. 354. Estelle[7] Rushing (Burrell Franklin, 161). Born, circa 1915. Resided: 1996, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1920, in Decatur Co., TN. She married Ora Bartholomew, 12 Jan 1936, in Decatur Co., TN. Children: 690 i. Fred Gean[8] Bartholomew. ii. Junior Bartholomew. Born, 31 Jul 1939. Died, 31 Jul 1939. Burial in Mt. Zion Cem., Decatur Co., TN. 355. James Hasten[7] Rushing (Burrell Franklin, 161). Born, 17 Feb 1917. Died, 28 Oct 1984. Burial in Trinity Cem., Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1920, in Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1984, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. He married Naomi Thomas (1025), 28 Feb 1938, in Henderson Co., TN. Children: RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 187 SEVENTH GENERATION i. Jerry[8] Rushing. Resided: 1984, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. ii. Johnny Rushing. Resided: 1984, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Upholstery. iii. Jimmy Rushing. Resided: 1984, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. iv. James L. Rushing. Resided: 1984, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN. v. Janet Carnice Rushing. Resided: 1984, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. She married David Truman Hendrix, 6 Jan 1984, in Decatur Co., TN. Marriage(2): 29 Nov 1985, in Decatur Co., TN. 691 vi. Joe Howard Rushing. 356. Elmer[7] Rushing (Burrell Franklin, 161). Resided: 1996, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. He married Dolly/Dollie Houston, daughter of Huley Ray Houston and Bertha Katherine Arrington. Resided: 1978, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1993, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Children: i. Brenda Joyce[8] Rushing. Born, circa 1945. Resided: 1962, in Plainfield, Cook Co., IL. She married Billy Magers, son of Vernal M. Magers and Reba Eason, 17 Jan 1964, in Scotts Hill, TN. ii. Becca Rushing. 357. Arbon[7] Rushing (Phillip Richard, 162). Born, circa 1908. Died, 1 Jul 1952, in MI. Burial in Bangor, Van Buren Co., MI. Census: 1820, in Decatur Co., TN. Arbon and his son Cletus were both drowned in Michigan in the summer of 1952. Arbon and his first wife had three children--two boys and a girl. Arbon and his second wife had seven children--six boys and a girl who died when about a year old. He married, first, Lela Pratt, daughter of Pleasant Woodward Pratt and Deller. Born, 20 Mar 1905. Died, 25 Feb 1991, in Jackson, Madison Co., TN. Burial in Peace Chapel, Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1990, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Housewife. Children: i. W. R.[8] Rushing. Born, 21 Nov 1923. Died, Dec 1923. Burial in Rushing Grove C., Decatur Co., TN. 692 ii. Voyd (White) Rushing. iii. Floyd (Red) Rushing. Born, circa 1928. Resided: 1996, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. iv. Evelyn Rushing. Born, circa 1930. Resided: 1996, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN. She married Unknown Schultz. He married, second, Lela Rogers. Died, 1951, in MI. Lela died of cancer. Children: v. Cletus Rushing. Died, 1 Jul 1952. Burial in Bangor, Van Buren Co., MI. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 188 SEVENTH GENERATION 358. Bessie[7] Rushing (Phillip Richard, 162). Born, circa 1910. Census: 1920, in Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1960, in Nashville, Davidson Co., TN. She married Homer Milner, 9 Jan 1931, in Henderson Co., TN. Born, 1885. Died, 1958. Burial in Methodist Cem., Scotts Hill, Henderson Co., TN. Children: i. Unknown Daughter[8] Milliner. Born, 19 Dec 1933, in Scotts Hill, TN. 359. Udis Lee[7] Rushing (Phillip Richard, 162). Born, 10 Feb 1911. Census: 1920, in Decatur Co., TN. He married Georgia Savage (406), 10 Oct 1936, in Decatur Co., TN. Children: i. John Wesley[8] Rushing. Born, 10 Jun 1937. Died, 21 Feb 1973. Burial in Mt. Zion Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1973, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. ii. James Leon Rushing. Born, 1939. Resided: 1988, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. He married, first, Virginia Fesmire, 27 Nov 1970, in Decatur Co., TN. He married, second, Evelyn Lenora Wood, 12 Oct 1974, in Decatur Co., TN. 693 iii. Brenda D. Rushing. 360. Essie[7] Rushing (Phillip Richard, 162). Born, 1915. Census: 1920, in Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1960, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN. Resided: after 1960, in Rockford, Winnebago Co., IL. She married Buford Riles. Born, circa 1919. Died, 3 Aug 1989. Children: i. Ricky[8] Riles. 361. Claude Albert[7] Rushing (Phillip Richard, 162). Born, after 1920. Resided: 1990, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. He married Mildred Thomas (1031). Children: i. Danny Ray[8] Rushing. 362. Elbert George[7] Rushing (Phillip Richard, 162). Born, 12 Jan 1923. Died, 17 Nov 1990. Burial in Mt. Zion Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1960, in Pekin, Tazewell Co., IL. Resided: 1990, in Darden, Henderson Co., TN. "Elbert G. Rushing served as a private in the 18th Army Infantry Regiment during World War II, serving from March 1944 to July 1945. He served in Germany and Luxembourg. "He won an EAME Ribbon, Bronze Service Star, Combat Infantry Badge and a RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 189 SEVENTH GENERATION purple heart." ["Paths to Freedom," Parsons News Leader, 3 July 1991, p. 11] He married Alma O. Bartholomew, 14 Jul 1950. Born, 12 Aug 1921. Children: i. Kathy[8] Rushing. Resided: 1991, in Darden, Henderson Co., TN. She married Unknown Austin. ii. Keith Rushing. Resided: 1991, in Creve Coeur, IL. 363. Letha Mae[7] Rushing (Phillip Richard, 162). Born, 1927. Resided: 1988, in Chicago, Cook Co., IL. Resided: 1960, in Humboldt, Gibson Co., TN. She married Clathan Riles. Born, circa 1926. Died, 17 Mar 1989. Resided: 1988, in Chicago, Cook Co., IL. Children: i. Carolyn[8] Riles. ii. Charlotte Riles. iii. Gail Riles. iv. Christopher Riles. 364. Vernie[7] Lomax. Born, 1915. Census: 1920, in Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1964, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. She married Connie Bartholomew, 19 Sep 1937, in Decatur Co., TN. Children: i. Connie[8] Bartholomew. Born, 1940. ii. Peggy Joyce Bartholomew. Born, 1943. iii. Larry Don Bartholomew. 365. Nannie B.[7] Malone. Born, 1878. Died, 1942. Burial in City Cem., Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. She married John A. Chester, son of Burrell Chester and Elizabeth A. Green, 26 Jun 1895, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 1874. Died, 1956. Burial in City Cem., Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Children: 694 i. Albert Luther[8] Chester. ii. Curry Gilbert (Pat) Chester. Born, circa 1901. Died, 17 Apr 1995, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1910, in Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1981, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Carpenter. Curry Chester was a member of Concord United Methodist Church. His obituary does not list a wife or children. iii. Willie Chester. Born, circa 1904. Census: 1910, in Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1981, in Madera, Madera Co., CA. She married Unknown Leasure. 695 iv. Maude Chester. v. Lola Chester. Born, circa 1908. Census: 1910, in Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1981, in Madera, Madera Co., CA. Resided: 1981, in RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 190 SEVENTH GENERATION Madera, Madera Co., CA. She married Unknown Lakatas (also Lakatos). vi. James Harry Chester. Born, after 1910. Resided: 1981, in Lisman, Choctaw Co., AL. Resided: 1995, in Lisman, Choctaw Co., AL. vii. Louise Chester. Born, after 1910. Resided: 1981, in Nashville, Davidson Co., TN. Resided: 1995, in Nashville, Davidson Co., TN. She married Unknown Fisher. 366. Carrie E.[7] Malone. Born, 21 Feb 1882. Died, 14 Feb 1953. Burial in City Cem., Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. She married James Edward Harrell (490). 367. Clara Elma[7] Malone. Born, 21 Feb 1882. Died, 28 May 1966. Burial in City Cem., Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. She married William Rupert Taylor, son of James F. Taylor and Florence Cada Fisher, 1 Jan 1905, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 23 Aug 1879, in Henderson Co., TN. Died, 29 Dec 1957. Burial in City Cem., Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Farmer/Merchant. William Rupert "was a retired farmer and a partner in the Decaturville Lumber Company for 17 years. He was an active member of the Methodist Church and served on the board of stewards. Mr. Taylor was a member of the Board of directors of the Decatur County Bank." [obituary, Parsons News Leader, 3 Jan 1958] Children: 698 i. Kate Louise[8] Taylor. 368. William Gaston[7] Malone. Born, Feb 1885, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, 1971, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN. Burial in City Cem., Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1920, in Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Carpenter. He married, first, Hattie Jane Rogers, daughter of James Tate Rogers and Fredonia Abigail (Donie) Dennison, 16 Feb 1908, in Decatur Co., TN. Divorce, before 1960. Born, 28 Nov 1882, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Died, 12 Feb 1960, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Burial in City Cem., Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Children: i. Mary[8] Malone. Born, circa 1909. Census: 1910, in Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1960, in Vallejo, Solano Co., CA. Resided: 1971, in CA. She married, first, Unknown Rawley, before 1960. She married, second, Unknown Dick, before 1971. ii. Ella Malone. Born, 10 Jan 1911. Died, 6 Apr 1913. Burial in City Cem., Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. 699 iii. James F. Malone. He married, second, Vernie Jones, daughter of Will S. Jones and Lucy A. Tucker. Born, 1899. Resided: 1961, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Resided: RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 191 SEVENTH GENERATION 1971, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1981, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. 369. George Thomas[7] Tolley (George Alston, 165). Born, 26 Apr 1883. Died, 29 Mar 1954. Burial in Bible Hill Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1920, in Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Farmer. He married Cynthia Clementine Gulledge, daughter of Roger Gulledge and Bettie, 19 Feb 1903, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 6 Nov 1888, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, 23 Nov 1973, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Bible Hill Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1920, in Decatur Co., TN. Cynthia (Gulledge) Tolley was a member of Bible Hill Baptist Church. Children: 700 i. Girtha Mae[8] Tolley. ii. Infant Son Tolley. Born, 21 Feb 1906. Died, 22 Mar 1906. Burial in Hendrix Cem., Henderson Co., TN. iii. William Carl Tolley. Born, 22 Dec 1907. Resided: 1992, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1920, in Decatur Co., TN. He married, first, Sattie Jennings, 13 Apr 1940, in Decatur Co., TN. He married, second, Edith E. Myracle, daughter of William Clifford Myracle and Edith Mae Long, 4 Aug 1974. iv. George Washington Tolley. Born, 17 Apr 1909. Died, 31 Mar 1992, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Bible Hill Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1920, in Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Farmer. He married Lessie M., circa 1968. 701 v. Glen E. Tolley. vi. Troy Lee Tolley. Born, 23 Apr 1914. Resided: 1992, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1920, in Decatur Co., TN. He married, first, Opal May McComic, daughter of Lee McComic and Viola Maness, 24 Dec 1948, in Decatur Co., TN. He married, second, Mary S. Myracle, daughter of Jesse Alexander Myracle and Mary Effie Wilson, after 1984. vii. Gertie R. Tolley. Born, 8 Feb 1917. Census: 1920, in Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1992, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1984, in Dickson, Dickson Co., TN. She married Ollie Lee Chumney, son of A. L. Chumney and M. Ada Duke, 22 Oct 1938, in Decatur Co., TN. 702 viii. James Marshall Tolley. ix. Velta Faye Tolley. Born, 30 Mar 1922. Died, 17 Oct 1951. Burial in Bible Hill Cem., Decatur Co., TN. x. Infant Daughter Tolley. Born, 4 May 1925. Died, 4 May 1925. Burial in Bible Hill Cem., Decatur Co., TN. xi. Infant Daughter Tolley. Born, 18 Apr 1926. Died, 23 Apr 1926. Burial in Bible Hill Cem., Decatur Co., TN. 703 xii. Leslie Thomas Tolley. 704 xiii. Herman Tolley. 370. John Pink[7] Tolley (George Alston, 165). Born, 1885. Died, 1967. Burial RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 192 SEVENTH GENERATION in Prospect Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1920, in Henderson Co., TN. Occupation: Farmer. He married, first, Julie Hamilton, daughter of John J. Hamilton and Aletha J. Cagel, 7 May 1903, in Decatur Co., TN. Divorce, before 1911. Born, 20 May 1887. Died, 10 Aug 1962. Burial in Bible Hill Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Children: i. William E.[8] Tolley. Born, 19 Apr 1904. Died, 14 Nov 1926. Burial in Bible Hill Cem., Decatur Co., TN. He married, second, Nannie Rummage, 16 Nov 1913, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 1891. Died, Feb 1973. Burial in Prospect Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Nannie (Rummage) Tolley was a member of Cub Creek Hall Baptist Church. Children: 705 ii. Lucille Tolley. iii. Loy A. Tolley. Resided: 1972, in Peoria, Peoria Co., IL. Resided: 1993, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. iv. Clois E. Tolley. Resided: 1972, in Ft. Hood, TX. Resided: 1993, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. v. Max Ray Tolley. Resided: 1972, in Peoria, Peoria Co., IL. Resided: 1993, in IL. vi. L. R. Tolley. Resided: 1972, in Peoria, Peoria Co., IL. Resided: 1993, in IL. vii. Cecil Tolley. Born, circa 1920. Census: 1920, in Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1972, in Orlando, Orange Co., FL. Resided: 1993, in FL. 371. Rhoda[7] Tolley (George Alston, 165). She married J. C. Bruce. Children: i. Unknown Son[8] Bruce. Born, 20 Sep 1932, in Wildersville, Henderson Co., TN. 372. Mary Jane[7] Tolley (George Alston, 165). Born, circa 1890. Census: 1920, in Henderson Co., TN. She married, first, R. L. Wilson. Children: i. Unknown Daughter[8] Wilson. Born, 19 Sep 1926, in Wildersville, Henderson Co., TN. She married, second, Clarence Milton. Children: ii. Unknown Son Milton. Born, 4 Sep 1932, in Wildersville, Henderson Co., TN. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 193 SEVENTH GENERATION 373. Arril/Arae[7] Tolley (George Alston, 165). She married Thomas F. Reed. Children: i. Unknown Son[8] Reed. Born, 9 Nov 1930, in Henderson Co., TN. 374. Minnie Lee[7] Tolley (George Alston, 165). Born, 18 Jun 1894. Died, 21 Apr 1923. Burial in Pleasant Grove C, Henderson Co., TN. She married Granville Oscar Box, son of John A. Lee Grant Box and Delitia E. Hamilton, 20 Oct 1912, in Henderson Co., TN. Born, 28 Mar 1892. Died, 8 Nov 1946. Burial in Pleasant Grove C, Henderson Co., TN. Children: i. Eubie[8] Box. 706 ii. Lueda Ozell Box. 375. James T. (Bud)[7] Tolley (James Arthur, 166). Born, 14 Oct 1883, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, 6 Mar 1968, in Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Smith Chapel, Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1920, in Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Farmer. He married Sallie Bartholomew, daughter of John Joseph Bartholomew and Nancy L. Johnson. Born, 3 Dec 1888, in Henderson Co., TN. Died, 22 Mar 1981, in Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Smith Chapel, Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1920, in Decatur Co., TN. Children: 707 i. Elbert Elston[8] Tolley. 708 ii. Connie Way Tolley. 709 iii. Waymon Almeta (Meta) Tolley. 376. Liza Frances[7] Tolley (James Arthur, 166). Born, 1886. Died, 1958. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. She married John M. Taylor Teague, son of William G. W. Teague and Tennessee G. Bartholomew, 2 Jun 1903, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 1887. Died, 1949. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Children: i. Infant[8] Teague. Born, 3 Jan 1904. Died, 3 Jan 1904. Burial in Smith Chapel, Henderson Co., TN. 710 ii. Delbert A. Teague. 711 iii. Roma Estelle Teague. iv. Elco E. Teague. Born, 12 Sep 1914. Died, 7 Jun 1984. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1958, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. He married Emma Lou Roberts. 712 v. Ollie Ray Teague. vi. Infant Teague. Born, 1925. Died, 1925. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. vii. Alfred Teague. Resided: 1958, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN. Resided: 1996, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 194 SEVENTH GENERATION 377. Sam L.[7] Tolley (James Arthur, 166). Born, circa 1889. Resided: 1968, in Atwood, Carroll Co., TN. Census: 1920, in Decatur Co., TN. He married Janie Harrington, daughter of G. Marshall Harrington and Emily Jones, 20 Feb 1912, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, circa 1893. Resided: 1978, in Atwood, Carroll Co., TN. Census: 1920, in Decatur Co., TN. Children: i. Mary M.[8] Tolley. Born, circa 1914. Census: 1920, in Decatur Co., TN. ii. James M. Tolley. Born, circa 1916. Census: 1920, in Decatur Co., TN. iii. William R. Tolley. Born, circa 1918. Census: 1920, in Decatur Co., TN. 378. Jessie Lee[7] Tolley (James Arthur, 166). Born, 1890. Died, 1975. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1920, in Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Storekeeper. Jess Tolley operated a small store in the Garrett community of Decatur County. He was a fiddler, and with his brother Bud, who played a banjo, was in great demand as a musician for local weddings and get togethers. He married Hattie Bell Rushing (424), 25 Dec 1910, in Decatur Co., TN. Children: i. Opal[8] Tolley. Born, 21 Jun 1912, in Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1991, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. She married Wayne Hill Wilkins, son of Obie Clois Wilkins and Bessie Adiline Hill, 25 Dec 1937, in Decatur Co., TN. No children are listed in the obituary for her husband Wayne Wilkins. 713 ii. Willie Hazel Tolley. 714 iii. Leo Tolley. iv. Eva Tolley. Born, 21 Aug 1917, in Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1991, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. She married Alford (Alf) Taylor Myracle, son of Orville M. Myracle and Nancy/Nannie Culp, 10 Aug 1940, in Decatur Co., TN. 715 v. Ernest Edward Tolley. vi. Rushing Tolley. Born, 10 Nov 1921, in Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1991, in St. Louis, MO. He married Marie White. vii. Eugene Tolley. Born, 20 May 1927, in Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1991, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. viii. Mildred Louise Tolley. Born, 25 Dec 1928, in Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1991, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. ix. Mary Nell Tolley. Born, 1 Aug 1932. Died, 28 Apr 1942. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Mary Nell Tolley died while having a tonsilectomy. 379. Venia[7] Tolley (James Arthur, 166). Born, 8 Nov 1892. Died, Apr 1968. Burial in Bear Creek Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1968, in Parsons, Decatur RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 195 SEVENTH GENERATION Co., TN. Resided: 1968, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. She married Luther F. Rushing (217). 380. E. M. (Minnie)[7] Tolley (James Arthur, 166). Assignment of E. M. (Minnie) Tolley as daughter of James Arthur Tolley and Caroline Warren is arbitrary. It is based on location and interfamily relationships. She married Jessie D. Teague, son of William G. W. Teague and Tennessee G. Bartholomew. Born, Dec 1885. Children: i. J. D. W.[8] Teague. Born, 18 Feb 1904. Died, 4 May 1905. Burial in Smith Chapel, Henderson Co., TN. 381. Susanna/Anna[7] Tolley (Martin Andrew, 167). Born, 31 Oct 1885. Died, 3 Jan 1981. Burial in Mt. Ararat Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1950, in Darden, Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1966, in Darden, Henderson Co., TN. She married Ethridge E. Tubbs. Born, 26 Feb 1877. Died, 21 Dec 1969, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Mt. Ararat Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Children: 716 i. Opal Caroline[8] Tubbs. ii. Sidney B. Tubbs. Born, 13 Jul 1908. Died, 27 Mar 1989. Burial in Mt. Ararat Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1987, in Darden, Henderson Co., TN. He married Vonzeal M. A military marker used as a footstone on his grave notes "Tec 5 US Army World War II." 717 iii. Emmett Wesley Tubbs. 718 iv. Jethro Pershing Tubbs. v. Glenn Tubbs. Died, before 1992. Resided: 1969, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN. 382. Rachel Sophronia[7] Tolley (Martin Andrew, 167). Born, 8 May 1888, in Henderson Co., TN. Died, 1 Dec 1978. Burial in Mt. Ararat Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1950, in Darden, Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1966, in Darden, Henderson Co., TN. She married Adam (Add) Lane Blankenship, son of Joseph M. Blankenship and Mary Tom Brodie, 5 Sep 1903, in Henderson Co., TN. Born, 6 Dec 1885, in Henderson Co., TN. Died, Sep 1956. Burial in Mt. Ararat Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Occupation: Farmer. Add Blankenship died of a stroke. Children: 719 i. Beulah Mae[8] Blankenship. 720 ii. Lula Blankenship. 721 iii. Joseph (Joe) Martin Blankenship. 722 iv. Ben Hooper Blankenship. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 196 SEVENTH GENERATION 723 v. Bowden Roosevelt Blankenship. vi. William Ross Blankenship. Born, 14 Nov 1914, in Henderson Co., TN. Died, 5 Jan 1915. Burial in Derryberry Cem., Henderson Co., TN. William Ross Derryberry died of diarrhea. 724 vii. Herbert Hadley Blankenship. 725 viii. Raymond (Ray) Eldridge Blankenship. 726 ix. Mary Lou Blankenship. 383. Andrew Jackson[7] Tolley (Martin Andrew, 167). Born, 1889. Died, 1973. Burial in Pleasant Grove C, Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1950, in Darden, Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1920, in Henderson Co., TN. He married, first, Ada Johnson, daughter of J. P. Johnson and Nan E. Hendrix, before 1915. Born, 3 Feb 1889. Died, 11 May 1915. Burial in Hendrix Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Children: i. Aaron Ward[8] Tolley. Born, circa 1914. Died, before 1974. Census: 1920, in Henderson Co., TN. He married Cora V. Holmes, 15 Jul 1939, in Henderson Co., TN. 727 ii. Audrey Truman Tolley. He married, second, Emma Jones, daughter of J. R. (Johnse/Jonce) Jones and M. Angeline Harris, 26 Oct 1916, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 1895. Died, 1973. Burial in Pleasant Grove C, Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1971, in Darden, Henderson Co., TN. Children: 728 iii. Ed Kelvy R. Tolley. 729 iv. Faye Tolley. v. Frankie D. Tolley. Born, after 1920. Resided: 1974, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN. Resided: 1996, in AR. He married Jean. 730 vi. Andrew Jackson (A.J.) Tolley. vii. Imogene (or Emma Jean) Tolley. Resided: 1974, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN. Resided: 1996, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN. She married Unknown Haney. 384. William Madison[7] Tolley (Martin Andrew, 167). Born, 1891. Died, 1967. Burial in Mt. Ararat Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1950, in Lynchburg, Moore Co., TN. Resided: 1966, in Tullahoma, Coffee Co., TN. Occupation: Teacher. William Madison Tolley was principal of Decaturville High School in the early 1920s. Before his death he set up a trust fund to provide a scholarship for deserving students at Riverside High School. In the 1920 census he is listed as a boarder in the household of John R. Rhodes, White Oak Street, Decaturville. He married Aline Wilson. Born, 1902. Died, 1978. Burial in Mt. Ararat Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Children: i. William Madison[8] Tolley. Born, 1935. Died, 1935. Burial in Mt. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 197 SEVENTH GENERATION Ararat Cem., Henderson Co., TN. 385. Martin Herbert[7] Tolley (Martin Andrew, 167). Born, 21 Oct 1896, in Darden, Henderson Co., TN. Died, 1 Dec 1966, in Darden, Henderson Co., TN. Burial in Mt. Ararat Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1950, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1920, in Henderson Co., TN. Occupation: Farmer/Livestock. Martin Herbert Tolley served as Register of Deeds for Henderson Co. He married Zula Rains Carrington, daughter of Charles Rasmus (Charlie) Carrington and Frances Emma Etta Rains. Born, 17 Sep 1900, in Darden, Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1920, in Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1992, in Darden, Henderson Co., TN. Children: 731 i. Dorothy Etta[8] Tolley. 732 ii. Norsie Bettie Tolley. 733 iii. Zula Grace Tolley. 734 iv. Martin Herbert Tolley. 386. Nealie Mae[7] Tolley (Martin Andrew, 167). Born, 7 Nov 1898. Resided: 1950, in Darden, Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1966, in Darden, Henderson Co., TN. She married William Audie Carrington. Born, 1895. Died, 1988. Burial in Mt. Ararat Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Children: 735 i. Clara Myrtle[8] Carrington. 387. Grace Gertrude[7] Tolley (Martin Andrew, 167). Born, 6 Jan 1901, in Mt. Ararat Com., Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1950, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1996, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN. Occupation: Factory Worker. She married James Ernest Wilkins, son of James Madison Wilkins and Mary (Mollie) Elizabeth Evans, 2 May 1918, in Henderson Co., TN. Born, 18 Jul 1897, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, 9 Jan 1974, in Henderson Co., TN. Burial in Lexington Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Occupation: Farmer/Teacher. Children: 736 i. Gussie Juaree[8] Wilkins. 737 ii. James Rex Wilkins. 738 iii. Russell Howell Wilkins. 739 iv. Homer Andrew Wilkins. 740 v. Jeanette Orene Wilkins. 741 vi. Faustine (Tena) Wilkins. 388. Myrtle Beatrice[7] Tolley (Martin Andrew, 167). Born, 28 Oct 1902. Census: 1920, in Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1950, in Darden, Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1982, in Darden, Henderson Co., TN. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 198 SEVENTH GENERATION She married John Larkin Essary, son of Nathaniel Claibourne Essary and Mary Isabella (Isie) Myracle, 22 May 1921, in Henderson Co., TN. 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. Children: i. Mary Lafronia[8] 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. ii. 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. 742 iii. David Martin Essary. 389. James Gordon[7] Tolley (Martin Andrew, 167). Born, 1904, in Darden, Henderson Co., TN. Died, 19 Jul 1979, in Jackson, Madison Co., TN. Burial in Mt. Ararat Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1950, in Darden, Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1920, in Henderson Co., TN. Occupation: Livestock/Farmer. He married Kathleen Lindsey, daughter of Robert Clyde Lindsey and Oda Frances Maxwell, 27 Jun 1936, in Florence, Lauderdale Co., AL. Born, 1913, in Safford Com., Henderson Co., TN. Children: 743 i. Sandra Kay[8] Tolley. 744 ii. Brenda Carol Tolley. 745 iii. Janelle Tolley. 390. Alice[7] Tolley (Joseph Thomas, 168). She married Walter Tillman, son of Thomas Elihu (Hugh) Tillman and Laura Pate, 19 Mar 1904, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 2 Apr 1883. Burial in Mt. Lebanon Cem., Decatur Co., TN (unmarked). Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. Walter Tillman was killed when the brake pole of a wagon broke and hit him in the head. Children: i. Vertie[8] Tillman. Resided in St. Louis, MO (?). 391. John W.[7] Tolley (Samuel Jackson, 169). Born, 15 Sep 1893, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, 24 Jun 1983, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Burial in City Cem., Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1982, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Farmer/Merchant. John T. Tolley was Sheriff of Decatur County in the 1940s, served in World War I as a cook, and is mentioned in Notables of the South. Two of his sons served in World War II, a grandchild in the Korean War, and an in-law in the Vietnam War. He married Ollie Gray Dennison, daughter of Curry Sanford Dennison and RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 199 SEVENTH GENERATION Sarah Jane Hendrix, 20 Sep 1919, in Henderson Co., TN. Born, 2 Dec 1894, in Henderson Co., TN. Died, 7 Jan 1953, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Burial in City Cem., Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1936, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Children: 746 i. John Provencher (Pro)[8] Tolley. 747 ii. Paul Dennison Tolley. 748 iii. Juaree Tolley. 749 iv. Sarah Edna Tolley. 392. Mary[7] Tolley (Samuel Jackson, 169). Born, Jun 1895. Resided: 1982, in Darden, Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1910, in Henderson Co., TN. She married Lonnie Hays, son of James Grant (Little Jimmy) Hays and Anna Abagail (Gillie) Hays, 8 Jan 1922, in Henderson Co., TN. Born, 13 Sep 1899. Died, 1965. Burial in Darden Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Children: i. Irene[8] Hays. ii. Carl Hugh Hays. Born, 1924. Died, 1932. Burial in Bear Creek Cem., Decatur Co., TN. iii. Imogene Hays. Died, 1968. iv. Betty Jo Hays. She married Gee. v. James Varnell (Jim) Hays. 393. Arthur F.[7] Tolley (Samuel Jackson, 169). Born, 5 Feb 1900. Died, 5 Jan 1973, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Parsons Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Mortician. Arthur F. Tolley was a mortician and half owner of Parsons Mortuary. He also was manager of the Holcomb Produce Co. in Parsons and a large stockholder in the company. The Arthur F. Tolley Bridge between Parsons and Decaturville is named for him. [History of Decatur County] He married Nellie Colwyck, 21 Feb 1932, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 4 Oct 1908. Died, 31 May 1987. Burial in Parsons Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Children: 750 i. Anita[8] Tolley. 394. Eliza Ann (Lizzie)[7] Tolley (Samuel Jackson, 169). Born, 12 Oct 1902. Resided: 1982, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1910, in Henderson Co., TN. She married William Hughel Wood. Died, circa 1977, in Jackson, Madison Co., TN. Occupation: Salesman. William Wood was a member of First Baptist Church of Lexington and a veteran of World War II. Children: i. Joe Tolley[8] Wood. Born, 21 Sep 1922. Died, 1 Jul 1924. Burial in Mt. Ararat Cem., Henderson Co., TN. ii. Max Barry Wood. Born, 31 Jul 1937, in Henderson Co., TN. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 200 SEVENTH GENERATION Resided: circa 1977, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN. iii. Bradley Wood. Resided: circa 1977, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN. iv. Dan Wood. Resided: circa 1977, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN. 751 v. Royal Wood. vi. David Wood. Resided: circa 1977, in Nashville, Davidson Co., TN. vii. Vonsille Wood. Resided: circa 1977, in Murfreesboro, Ruitherford Co., TN. She married Unknown Finch. 395. Winnie B.[7] Tolley (Samuel Jackson, 169). Born, 30 Dec 1904. Resided: 1982, in Wildersville, Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1910, in Henderson Co., TN. In 1995 Winnie (Tolley) Rickman was living in Parsons. She married W. Erie Rickman, son of Unknown Rickman and Allie Martin. Children: 752 i. Edna Brown[8] Rickman. ii. Unknown Son Rickman. Born, 31 Jul 1931, in Henderson Co., TN. iii. E. Van Rickman. Born, 16 Jun 1933, in Henderson Co., TN. Died, 26 Jul 1935, in Henderson Co., TN. E. Van Rickman died of colitis. iv. Nancy Louise Rickman. Born, 19 Jul 1935, in Henderson Co., TN. v. Unknown Daughter Rickman. Born, 5 Mar 1937, in Henderson Co., TN. 753 vi. Thompsie Rickman. 396. Rhoda/Roby J.[7] Tolley (Samuel Jackson, 169). Born, 25 Feb 1907. Died, 22 Jan 1985. Burial in City Cem., Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1972, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1910, in Henderson Co., TN. He married, first, Jessie Arlene Pinkley, daughter of Samuel Franklin Pinkley and Mary Ellen (Mellie) Hays. Born, 10 Feb 1909. Died, 13 Dec 1932, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Bear Creek Cem., Decatur Co., TN. A short article in the Lexington Progress, December 16, 1932, notes that she commited suicide by a shotgun blast. She had three small children. Children: i. James Lloyd[8] Tolley. Resided: 1985, in Panama City. ii. Ginger Kay Tolley. She married Roy Davis. iii. Steve Tolley. Resided: 1985, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN. iv. Virginia Tolley. Resided: 1985, in Chicago, Cook Co., IL. She married Duke. He married, second, Jimmie Elbert Dees. Born, 12 Dec 1902. Died, 30 Nov 1985, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN. Burial in City Cem., Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Children: v. Roby Tolley. Born, 15 Apr 1940. Died, 6 Oct 1949. Burial in City Cem., Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. vi. Mary Nell Tolley. She married Rich. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 201 SEVENTH GENERATION 397. James Logan[7] Tolley (Samuel Jackson, 169). Born, circa 1909. Died, before 1990. Resided: 1979, in Greenbrier, Robertson Co., TN. Census: 1910, in Henderson Co., TN. He married Bessie Lee Inman. Born, circa 1916, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, 16 Mar 1990, in Greenbrier, Robertson Co., TN. Burial in Mem. Gardens, Robertson Co., TN. Children: 754 i. James Ray[8] Tolley. 398. Samuel Utley[7] Tolley (Samuel Jackson, 169). Born, 5 Jul 1918. Died, 10 Dec 1946. Burial in Pleasant Grove C, Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1920, in Henderson Co., TN. A military marker used as a footstone on his grave notes "S1 USNR World War II." He married Hessie Reeves, daughter of John Franklin Reeves and Canada (Amanda) Mincey, 12 Jun 1936. Born, 1 Mar 1921. Resided: 1943, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Children: i. Margaret Louise[8] Tolley. Born, 31 Jan 1939. ii. Utley Tolley. Born, 8 Apr 1941. 399. Clara M.[7] Pearcy. Born, 14 Jul 1886, in Concord Com., Decatur Co., TN. Died, 11 Nov 1981, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. She married Henry C. Welch (272). 400. Robert Enlow (Bob)[7] Pearcy. Born, 8 Nov 1888, in Concord Com., Decatur Co., TN. Died, 12 Aug 1970, in Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Rushing Creek C., Decatur Co., TN. He married Dona Elizabeth (Donie) Moore, daughter of Lewis William (Will) Moore and Emily Permelia (Mealey) Taylor, 4 Feb 1916. Born, 1899. Died, 13 Aug 1989. Birth(2): 18 Dec 1898. Burial in Rushing Creek C., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. Children: 755 i. Jeff[8] Pearcy. 756 ii. Will (Bill) Pearcy. iii. Jessie Pearcy. Died, before 1989. Resided: 1970, in Salinas, Monterey Co., CA. 757 iv. Ruby Pearcy. v. Bessie L. Pearcy. Born, 1927. Died, 1948. Burial in Pentecostal Cem., Scotts Hill, Decatur Co., TN. She married J. M. Perkins. 758 vi. Grapel Irene Pearcy. vii. Mary Pearcy. Resided: 1989, in Scotts Hill, TN. She married RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 202 SEVENTH GENERATION Unknown Clark. viii. Alma Pearcy. Resided: 1970, in Seymour, Sevier Co., TN. Resided: 1989, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. She married Unknown Creasey. ix. Robert Earl Pearcy. Born, 22 May 1941. Died, 25 May 1941. Burial in Mt. Lebanon Cem., Decatur Co., TN. 401. Mary Jewell[7] Pearcy. Born, Aug 1893, in Concord Com., Decatur Co., TN. Died, Jul 1919, in Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Rushing Creek C., Decatur Co., TN. Associated with P. Will (Willie) Lacy (576). 402. Nannie Jane[7] Pearcy. Born, 23 Mar 1896, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, 4 Nov 1990, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. She married Elbert Lee Moore (451). 403. Lloyd Bennett[7] Pearcy. Born, 6 Sep 1901, in Concord Com., Decatur Co., TN. Died, 10 Dec 1995, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Rushing Creek C., Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1995, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Factory. Lloyd Bennett Pearcy worked in plant maintenance for General Motors in Flint, MI. He married Clara B. Thompson. Born, 13 Dec 1913. Died, 8 Feb 1994, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Rushing Creek C., Decatur Co., TN. Children: 762 i. Lloyd (L. C.)[8] Pearcy. 763 ii. Peggy Magdeline Pearcy. iii. Betty Pauline Pearcy. Died, before 1994. 404. Rube Clinton[7] Pearcy. Born, 25 Apr 1904, in Concord Com., Decatur Co., TN. Died, 22 Oct 1973, in Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Farmer/Grocery. He married Willie Hazel Tolley (713), 5 Oct 1930, in Blytheville, Mississippi Co., AR. Children: 764 i. Faylene[9] Pearcy. 765 ii. Betty Jean Pearcy. 766 iii. Shirley Pearcy. 405. James C. (Curt)[7] Pearcy. 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. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 203 SEVENTH GENERATION He married Vera Bartholomew, daughter of James L. (Bud) Bartholomew and Donna Mae Rogers, 3 Jul 1931, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 2 Aug 1912. Children: 767 i. James Lawson[8] Pearcy. 768 ii. Paul Ray Pearcy. 769 iii. Jo Ann Pearcy. 770 iv. Billy Gene Pearcy. 771 v. Bobby Glyn Pearcy. 772 vi. Joe Wylie Pearcy. 406. Georgia[7] Savage (George F., 174). Born, 7 Jun 1918. Died, 8 Nov 1993. Burial in Mt. Zion Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1993, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. She married Udis Lee Rushing (359). 407. Hattie[7] Savage (George F., 174). She married Jess Harrington, 21 May 1918, in Henderson Co., TN. Children: i. Callie Mae[8] Harrington. She married Unknown Swafford. ii. J. W. Harrington. iii. Verna Lee Harrington. iv. Caldwell Harrington. v. Leroy Harrington. vi. Gerald Harrington. vii. Shirley Harrington. 408. Lillie[7] Savage (George F., 174). She married Cecil Harrington. Children: i. Virginia[8] Harrington. ii. Dorothy Harrington. iii. Bernice Harrington. iv. Cecil Harrington. 409. William R.[7] Rushing (William D., 178). Born, circa 1870. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1920, in Decatur Co., TN. He married Allie J. Harrington, daughter of William Harrington and Mary F. (Mollie) Carrell, 8 Oct 1903, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, Mar 1879. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. Children: i. Audrey[8] Rushing. Born, circa 1908. Census: 1920, in Decatur Co., TN. ii. Hubert Rushing. Born, circa 1910. Census: 1920, in Decatur Co., TN. He married Mackey Fisher, daughter of William L. (Will) RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 204 SEVENTH GENERATION Fisher and Willie L. Pots. iii. Lewis Rushing. Born, circa 1912. Census: 1920, in Decatur Co., TN. iv. Jessie Rushing. Born, circa 1915. Census: 1920, in Decatur Co., TN. 410. James R.[7] Rushing (William D., 178). Born, Jun 1875. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. He married F. Annie (Fannie?), 1899. Born, Aug 1878. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. Children: i. Callie[8] Rushing. Born, Sep 1900. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. 411. W. C./Willie[7] Rushing (William D., 178). Born, circa 1877. Died, 1908. Birth(2): 1878. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. She married Edward Walter Holmes, son of Jesse Helms Holmes and Cynthia Ann Austin. Born, 1873. Died, 1953. Children: i. Charles Bevil[8] Holmes. Born, 1895. He married Nellie Elizabeth Dowdy. ii. Guy Holmes. Born, 1898. Died, 1918. He married Sylvia Musgraves. 412. Lela Electra[7] Walker. Born, 1876. Died, 1951. Burial in Union Church, Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Henderson Co., TN. She married William Allen Duke, son of George A. Duke and Frances M. Dennison. Born, 1871. Died, 1956. Burial in Union Church, Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Henderson Co., TN. Children: i. Bertha Novella (Bertie)[8] Duke. Born, 27 Oct 1895, in Henderson Co., TN. Died, 30 Sep 1985, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Union Church, Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Henderson Co., TN. She married, first, Herman Gertha Dennison, son of Alexander Washington (Alex) Denison and Elizabeth Paralee Wallace, 8 Dec 1912, in Henderson Co., TN. She married, second, William Mack Johnson, 17 Jan 1959, in Henderson Co., TN. 773 ii. John Hall Duke. 413. Lucian M.[7] Walker. Born, 13 May 1879, in Chesterfield, Henderson Co., TN. Died, 12 Nov 1973, in Chesterfield, Henderson Co., TN. Burial in Union Church, Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1962, in Chesterfield, Henderson Co., TN. Occupation: Farmer. He married, first, Julia Kneaream, daughter of John F. Kneaream and Emma RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 205 SEVENTH GENERATION J. Moore. Born, 10 Apr 1891. Died, 24 Feb 1913. Burial in Union Church, Henderson Co., TN. He married, second, Ida Mae Anderson. Born, 29 Mar 1904. Died, 7 Jun 1986. Burial in Union Church, Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1973, in Chesterfield, Henderson Co., TN. Children: 774 i. Charles Leon[8] Walker. 775 ii. David Walker. 776 iii. Fred Walker. 777 iv. Thelma Walker. v. Melba Jane Walker. Resided: 1973, in Chesterfield, Henderson Co., TN. She married Robert Lathel Duke, son of Robert Lee Duke and Dora Kansas Derryberry, 22 Dec 1951. 778 vi. Annie Walker. 414. Pleasant Willie[7] Walker. Born, 29 Mar 1881, in Chesterfield, Henderson Co., TN. Died, 4 Sep 1962, in Chesterfield, Henderson Co., TN. Burial in Union Church, Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Henderson Co., TN. Occupation: Farmer. An obituary for him appears in the "Lexington Progress," 6 September 1962. He was a member of Union Baptist Church for 65 years. He married Pearly Portal (Pearl) Dennison, daughter of Alexander Washington (Alex) Denison and Elizabeth Paralee Wallace, 17 Sep 1900, in Henderson Co., TN. Born, 15 Nov 1882, in Lone Elm, Henderson Co., TN. Died, 31 Mar 1956. Burial in Union Church, Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Henderson Co., TN. Children: 779 i. Paul Wendell[8] Walker. 780 ii. Maxie Noraine Walker. iii. Granville Washington Walker. Born, 12 Jun 1907, in Chesterfield, Henderson Co., TN. Died, 24 Jan 1911. Burial in Union Church, Henderson Co., TN. 781 iv. Howard Dennison Walker. 782 v. Mary Juanita Walker. 783 vi. Edna Belle Walker. 415. Lillian A.[7] Rushing (Enoch D., 181). Born, 30 Sep 1880. Died, 31 Mar 1961, in Madison Co., TN. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. She married Hiram G./Granville H. Lacy (298). 416. Roxie/Rosey[7] Jackson (James Holden, 184). Born, 15 Jul 1868, in Henderson Co., TN. Died, 18 Aug 1940, in MO. Burial in N. Canaan Cem., Dunklin Co., MO. Census: 1880, in Henderson Co., TN. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 206 SEVENTH GENERATION She married John Walker Parsons, son of Sam Parsons and Levira Ingram. Born, 5 Jun 1861. Died, 26 Jan 1940. Burial in N. Canaan Cem., Dunklin Co., MO. Children: 784 i. Maggie[8] Parsons. ii. Edvard V. Parsons. Born, 9 Mar 1890, in Henderson Co., TN. Died, 5 Dec 1931. Burial in Hollywood Cem., Jackson, Madison Co., TN. He married Choline Mooney. iii. Virdie L. Parsons. Born, 10 Jan 1893, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, 20 Mar 1922. Burial in Stanfield Cem., Dunklin Co., MO. She married Arthur T. Sales. iv. Hallie J. Parsons. Born, 5 May 1895, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, 1 Jan 1964. Burial in Memorial Gard., Kennett, Dunklin Co., MO. She married Thomas Murphy, 1917, in Dunklin Co., MO. v. Tina E. Parsons. Born, 1 Apr 1898, in Henderson Co., TN. Died, 1 May 1919, in Gibson, MO. Burial in N. Canaan Cem., Dunklin Co., MO. vi. Lynn Elbert Parsons. Born, 7 Nov 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, 27 Feb 1976. Burial in N. Canaan Cem., Dunklin Co., MO. vii. Cary Barnis Parsons. Born, 28 Dec 1902. Died, 1 Jul 1904. Burial in Union Church, Henderson Co., TN. viii. Troy Van Parsons. Born, 29 Mar 1904, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, 27 Dec 1980. Burial in N. Canaan Cem., Dunklin Co., MO. He married Rosie Lee Bird, 2 Jul 1927, in Piggott, Clay Co., AR. ix. Nannie N. Parsons. Born, 1 Jan 1907, in Henderson Co., TN. Died, 8 Jan 1919. Burial in N. Canaan Cem., Dunklin Co., MO. x. Connie Walker Parsons. Born, 23 Jan 1911, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, 3 Mar 1950. Burial in N. Canaan Cem., Dunklin Co., MO. He married Cora Esthes Starnes. 417. Gilbert Franklin (Bud)[7] Jackson (James Holden, 184). Born, 3 Dec 1869, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, 27 Jun 1945. Burial in Crowell Chapel, Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Henderson Co., TN. He married Magnolia (Maggie) Harrington (322), 13 Nov 1892, in Decatur Co., TN. Children: 646 i. Bessie Myrtle[8] Jackson. ii. Beulah M. Jackson. Born, 21 Dec 1894, in Henderson Co., TN. Died, 17 Jun 1977. Burial in Pentecostal Cem., Scotts Hill, Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1950, in Scotts Hill, TN. Resided: 1970, in Scotts Hill, TN. She married James Harvey (Jim Harvie) Wade, son of Riley Len Wade and Elnora J. Dees, 12 Jan 1919, in Decatur Co., TN. 647 iii. Glenna Estelle Jackson. iv. Vernie Pearl Jackson. Born, 6 Feb 1899, in Henderson Co., TN. Died, 28 Aug 1931. Burial in Crowell Chapel, Henderson Co., TN. She married Vester Deere, son of William M. Deere and Allie (Alice) A. Dees, 8 Sep 1918, in Decatur Co., TN. v. Lena P. Jackson. Born, circa 1900. Died, before 1910. Census: 1900. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 207 SEVENTH GENERATION 648 vi. Mary Velma Jackson. vii. Alpha Jackson. Born, 18 Oct 1903, in Henderson Co., TN. Died, 1983. Burial in City Cem., Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1950, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1970, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. She married, first, Elias Blount. She married, second, Ruel Ward, son of George Wesley Ward and Sarah (Sallie) Alice Myracle, 1 Oct 1960, in Decatur Co., TN. Alpha Jackson and Rual Ward were married twice. 649 viii. James Ernest Jackson. ix. John Alton Jackson. Born, 1 Oct 1907, in Henderson Co., TN. Died, 29 Mar 1954. Burial in Boss Cem., Boss, MO. Resided: 1950, in St. Louis, St. Louis Co., MO. He married Geneva Bell. 650 x. Argel Elco (Tom) Jackson. xi. Emmitt G. Jackson. Born, 3 Sep 1911, in Henderson Co., TN. Died, 6 Oct 1994, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Crowell Chapel, Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1950, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1988, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Factory. He married Maggie Grice. Emmitt Jackson was a veteran of World War II and a member of Crowell Chapel Pentecostal Church. xii. Bertha Opal Jackson. Born, 9 Jan 1914, in Henderson Co., TN. Died, 29 Sep 1991. Burial in Crowell Chapel, Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1950, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1970, in St. Louis, St. Louis Co., MO. She married, first, Honor Ray Zimmerlee. She married, second, Unknown McAdams. 651 xiii. Grady Franklin Jackson. 418. Millard Fillmore[7] Jackson (James Holden, 184). Born, 7 Oct 1873. Died, 12 Dec 1947. Burial in Mt. Zion Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN/Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1920, in Decatur Co., TN. He married, first, Mary Alice Harrington (323), 7 Oct 1896, in Decatur Co., TN. Children: i. John Dennis[8] Jackson. Born, 18 Dec 1897, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, 28 Sep 1957, in Flint, Genesee Co., MI. Burial in Sunset Hills, Genesee Co., MI. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN/Henderson Co., TN. He married Beulah Davidson. ii. Ombie Kyle Jackson. Born, 26 Oct 1899, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, 1 Apr 1979, in Kingman, Mohave Co., AZ. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN/Henderson Co., TN. He married, first, Marie Benidict. He married, second, Julie Adams. He married, third, Eula Harper. Ombie Kyle Jackson also lived in Pryor, OK, and Stroud, OK. 652 iii. Clara Mae Jackson. 653 iv. Noble Festus Jackson. v. Lolie Bdellion Jackson. Born, 23 Feb 1904, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, 15 Jun 1966, in Flint, Genesee Co., MI. Burial in Memorial Park, Flint, Genesee Co., MI. Census: 1920, in Decatur Co., TN. He married Famie Laster. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 208 SEVENTH GENERATION vi. James Richard Jackson. Born, 31 Oct 1905, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, 28 May 1978, in Genesee Co., MI. Census: 1920, in Decatur Co., TN. James Richard Jackson never married. vii. Lillie Estelle Jackson. Born, 9 Apr 1907, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1920, in Decatur Co., TN. She married Arch Laster, 26 Dec 1922, in Decatur Co., TN. 654 viii. Minnie Lee Jackson. He married, second, Sallie Jane, before 1928. Born, 1894. Died, 1978. Burial in Smith Chapel, Henderson Co., TN. Children: ix. Willie J. Jackson. Born, 3 Nov 1928, in Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1973, in Flint, Genesee Co., MI. Resided: 1993, in Lehigh Acres, Lee Co., FL. She married Warren M. Larsen, 2 Sep 1949, in Decatur Co., TN. x. Millard Fillmore Jackson. Born, 3 Mar 1934, in Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1973, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1993, in Middleburg, Henderson Co., TN. 785 xi. David Franklin Jackson. 419. Madison Troy (Doc)[7] Jackson (James Holden, 184). Born, 1 Mar 1878. Died, 16 Sep 1953. Burial in Oak Grove Cem., Madison Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Henderson Co., TN. Occupation: Railroad/Farmer. He married Martha Elizabeth Stewart, 1898. Born, 21 Jul 1880. Died, 19 Sep 1942. Children: i. Graydon F.[8] Jackson. Born, 11 Feb 1907. Died, 8 Nov 1909. Burial in Smith Chapel, Henderson Co., TN. 420. Sophie Ann[7] Rushing (Leonadus, 185). Born, 21 Aug 1871, in Garrett Com., Decatur Co., TN. Died, 21 May 1958, in Garrett Com., Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. She married William Garrett Moore (208). 421. Minnie[7] Rushing (Leonadus, 185). Born, 27 Nov 1872, in Garrett Com., Decatur Co., TN. Died, 12 Mar 1900, in Garrett Com., Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. She married F. A. (Berry) Pearcy, son of John W. Pearcy and Isabelle, 16 Jun 1895, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, Feb 1875. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN (fieldstone). Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. His name may be Francis Asbury Pearcy. Children: i. Walter[8] Pearcy. Born, circa 1895, in Decatur Co., TN. Oral family tradition says that Walter Pearcy was raised by his aunt Molly Pearcy who married Silas Wheat. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 209 SEVENTH GENERATION 422. Eliza Jane[7] Rushing (Leonadus, 185). Born, 15 Sep 1874, in Garrett Com., Decatur Co., TN. Died, 19 Dec 1909, in Garrett Com., Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. She married Henry C. Welch (272). 423. William J.[7] Rushing (Leonadus, 185). Born, 19 Dec 1878, in Garrett Com., Decatur Co., TN. Died, 10 Aug 1904. Burial in Smith Chapel, Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. He married Carrie M. Dees, daughter of Edmond Leonard Dees and Martha E. Griffin, 15 Dec 1901, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 29 Sep 1884. Died, 16 Feb 1945. Burial in Smith Chapel, Henderson Co., TN. Children: i. Infant[8] Rushing. Born, 29 Oct 1902. Died, 29 Oct 1902. Burial in Smith Chapel, Henderson Co., TN. 424. Hattie Bell[7] Rushing (Leonadus, 185). Born, 1893. Died, 9 Feb 1991, in Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1920, in Decatur Co., TN. She married Jessie Lee Tolley (378). 425. Cora J.[7] Bagby. Born, 1872. Died, 1929. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. She married Henry Woodward Austin, son of Ephraim H. Austin and Lucy Ann Beauchamp. Born, 1860. Died, 1929. Children: i. Joe Dewey[8] Austin. Born, 1899. Died, 1975. He married Essie Queen. ii. Lucy Faye Austin. Born, 1903. She married G. N. Patterson. iii. Grace Austin. Born, 1904. She married Noel W. Lane. iv. Paul Ephraim Austin. Born, 1908. Died, 1967. v. Homer W. Austin. Born, 1910. Died, 1968. vi. Guy Long Austin. Born, circa 1912. 426. John A.[7] Bagby. Born, circa 1876. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. John A. Bagby moved to Arkansas and Missouri. He married Maggie Thompson, 22 Aug 1899, in Henderson Co., TN. Children: i. Losson J./James Lawson[8] Bagby. Born, 1900. Died, 1915. Burial in Methodist Cem., Scotts Hill, Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1910, in Henderson Co., TN. 786 ii. Mary Stella Bagby. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 210 SEVENTH GENERATION iii. Infant Bagby. Born, 24 May 1906. Died, 27 May 1906. Burial in Methodist Cem., Scotts Hill, Henderson Co., TN. iv. Willie E. Bagby. Born, circa 1906. Census: 1910, in Henderson Co., TN. v. Fred A. Bagby. Born, circa 1909. Census: 1910, in Henderson Co., TN. 427. Herbert Yancey[7] Bagby. Born, circa 1883. Census: 1910, in Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Teacher/Preacher. Herbert Bagby taught at Scotts Hill about 1908-1910. He was remembered as one of the fastest sprinters ever seen there. He later became a Methodist preacher. He married Emma Lee Blackburn (510), 27 Mar 1904, in Decatur Co., TN. Children: i. James C.[8] Bagby. Born, circa 1905. Census: 1910, in Decatur Co., TN. ii. Thelma Bagby. Born, circa 1907. Census: 1910, in Decatur Co., TN. 428. James W.[7] Myracle. Born, 9 Oct 1869, in Beacon, Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1920, in Jackson, Madison Co., TN. Occupation: Merchant. In the 1920 censis James W. Myracle is listed as living at 249 Fairgrounds Street, Jackson, Tennessee. He married Mary Ann Lacy (299), 24 Dec 1892. Children: i. Myrtle D.[8] Myracle. Born, Sep 1893. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. ii. Jimmie Floyd Myracle. Born, Jan 1895. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1910, in Decatur Co., TN. iii. Hobart Myracle. Born, Oct 1896. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. iv. Dewey Pearl Myracle. Born, Sep 1898. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1920, in Jackson, Madison Co., TN. v. Neely/Mary Myracle. Born, circa 1901. Census: 1910, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1920, in Jackson, Madison Co., TN. vi. Alpha Myracle. Born, circa 1903. Census: 1910, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1920, in Jackson, Madison Co., TN. 429. Emma Jane[7] Myracle. Born, 1 Jun 1873, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, 27 Apr 1900. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. She married James Losson Roberts, son of Elijah Roberts and Mahala, 1 Sep 1889, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 4 Apr 1867. Died, 13 Sep 1951. Burial in Houston Cem., Beacon Road, Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1950, in Decaturville, RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 211 SEVENTH GENERATION Decatur Co., TN. James Losson Roberts was a member of Campground Cumberland Presbyterian Church. Children: i. Maggie[8] Roberts. Born, 1 Jan 1896. Died, 26 Oct 1900. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. 787 ii. Albert W. Roberts. iii. Hobart Roberts. Born, 16 Mar 1897. Died, 7 Jun 1923. Burial in Mt. Tabor Cem., Decatur Co., TN. 430. Clara Clyde[7] Carroll. Born, 4 Oct 1887. She married Temple Craft, 23 Dec 1910, in Commerce, Hunt Co., TX. Children: i. Van Dane[8] Craft. Born, circa 1911. Resided: 1992, in Austin, Travis Co., TX. 431. Franklin Cheatham[7] White (Richmond/Richard A., 192). Born, 11 Jun 1879. Died, 9 Dec 1911. Burial in Methodist Cem., Scotts Hill, Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. He married Annie Wilson Brooks, daughter of James Brooks and Parthenia Ophelia Smith. Born, 1884. Died, 1974. Resided: 1965, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN. Children: i. James A. (Jimmy)[8] White. Born, 1901. Died, 1943. Burial in Methodist Cem., Scotts Hill, Henderson Co., TN. ii. Bessie White. 432. Leonard D.[7] White (William Egbert (Egg), 193). Born, 1861. Died, 1940. Burial in Methodist Cem., Scotts Hill, Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1870, in Henderson Co., TN. He married Nancy E. Smith. Born, 1868. Died, 1928. Burial in Methodist Cem., Scotts Hill, Henderson Co., TN. Children: 788 i. Robert Taylor (Bob)[8] White. 789 ii. Lillie P. White. iii. Thomas F. White. Born, 9 Mar 1893. Died, 1 Apr 1895. Burial in Methodist Cem., Scotts Hill, Henderson Co., TN. iv. J. Feak White. Born, 1897. Died, 1977. Burial in Methodist Cem., Scotts Hill, Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1970, in Scotts Hill, TN. He married Bertie Martin. 790 v. Flora White. 791 vi. D. Ewing White. vii. Fannie White. Died, before 1940. She married Tom Austin. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 212 SEVENTH GENERATION 433. Neal E.[7] White (William Egbert (Egg), 193). Born, 29 Nov 1874. Died, 19 Jul 1932. Burial in Methodist Cem., Scotts Hill, Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Henderson Co., TN. From the "Lexington Progress," July 22, 1932: "Mr. Neal White, living a few miles south of Sardis, hanged himself last Thursday, July 19, 1932, due to dispondency over ill health and grief over the death of a son which occurred about a year ago. He told his wife he was going to die. She tried to pursuade him to see things in a different light and thought she had succeeded. He left the house, and still feeling worried, she followed in a very few minutes, found his body suspended by a rope from the rafters of a cow shed. Her young sons assisted her in bringin him in and summoned aid from neighbors. Besides his wife he leaves four childrem. He was buried at Scotts Hill Wednesday." He married Florence L. Snider, daughter of L. Frank Snider and Amanda McClanahan, 14 Mar 1896, in Henderson Co., TN. Born, 24 Dec 1878. Died, 24 Dec 1969, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN. Burial in Methodist Cem., Scotts Hill, Henderson Co., TN. Children: 792 i. Willie F.[8] White. ii. James Guy White. Born, 1902. Died, 1971. Burial in Methodist Cem., Scotts Hill, Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1970, in Henderson, Chester Co., TN. He married Sallie E. Wade, daughter of Riley Len Wade and Elnora J. Dees. iii. Robert V. White. Born, 18 Jan 1904. Died, 8 Jun 1908. Burial in New Hope Cem., Henderson Co., TN. iv. Ernest K. White. Born, circa 1907. Died, 6 Oct 1994, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN. Burial in Methodist Cem., Scotts Hill, Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1970, in Scotts Hill, TN. Resided: 1993, in Reagan, Henderson Co., TN. Occupation: Farmer. He married Alma Thompson. An obituary mentions three nephews and nieces but no children. v. Arra Verry White. Born, 30 Nov 1909. Died, 26 Jul 1910. Burial in New Hope Cem., Henderson Co., TN. vi. Olen White. Born, 31 Aug 1912. Died, 18 Sep 1931. Burial in Methodist Cem., Scotts Hill, Henderson Co., TN. 793 vii. Oder Lee White. 434. Rosey J.[7] Middleton. Born, 11 Aug 1865. Died, 3 Jan 1931. Burial in Ebenezer Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Henderson Co., TN. She married J. R. Helms. Born, 9 Apr 1859. Died, 15 Jan 1923. Burial in Ebenezer Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Children: 794 i. Walter L.[8] Helms. ii. Oma Helms. Born, 1885. Died, 1984. Burial in Methodist Cem., Scotts Hill, Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1978, in Scotts Hill, TN. She married Arch Crosser. 795 iii. George Sherman Helms. iv. Birtie E. Helms. Born, 8 Jan 1900. Died, 1905. Burial in RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 213 SEVENTH GENERATION Ebenezer Cem., Henderson Co., TN. v. Infant Son Helms. Born, 30 May 1907. Died, 31 May 1907. Burial in Ebenezer Cem., Henderson Co., TN. vi. Gordon Helms. Resided: 1978, in Reagan, Henderson Co., TN. vii. Mae Helms. Resided: 1978, in Donna, Hildago Co., TX. She married Unknown Wyatt. viii. Lena Helms. Resided: 1978, in Steele, Pemiscot Co., MO. She married Unknown Arnett. 435. John M.[7] Middleton. Born, 1868. Died, 1954. Burial in New Hope Cem., Henderson Co., TN. He married Almeda C. Born, 1870. Died, 1942. Burial in New Hope Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Children: 796 i. Sarah Jane[8] Middleton. 797 ii. William Nelson Middleton. iii. Arbie Middleton. Born, 1902. Died, 1977. Burial in New Hope Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1966, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN. She married Harve Stribling. iv. Flora Middleton. Resided: 1966, in MI. She married Unknown Patton. v. Via/Vinie Middleton. Resided: 1966, in Bloomfield, Stoddard Co., MO. She married Unknown Vandiver. vi. Jim Middleton. Resided: 1961, in Beech Bluff, Madison Co., TN. Resided: 1966, in Jackson, Madison Co., TN. vii. Anderson Middleton. Resided: 1966, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN. 798 viii. Luther Middleton. ix. Wiley Middleton. Resided: 1961, in Reagan, Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1966, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN. x. Riley Middleton. Resided: 1966, in MI. 436. Alfred H.[7] Middleton. Born, circa 1868. Census: 1880, in Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1920, in Henderson Co., TN. He married, first, Ida M. Born, 8 Oct 1879. Died, 23 Apr 1899. Burial in Ebenezer Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Children: i. John W.[8] Middleton. Born, 29 Nov 1895. Died, 5 Apr 1896. Burial in Ebenezer Cem., Henderson Co., TN. ii. Jessie E./Emily J. Middleton. Born, 11 Oct 1897. Died, 22 Sep 1901. Burial in Ebenezer Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Henderson Co., TN. He married, second, Laura B. Born, circa 1886. Census: 1920, in Henderson Co., TN. Children: iii. Jewel Middleton. Born, circa 1911. Census: 1920, in Henderson Co., TN. She married Ray Gilbert, son of Thomas Melton (Minnie) Gilbert and Mary F. Cruise. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 214 SEVENTH GENERATION 437. William Cook[7] Middleton. Born, 28 Apr 1871. Died, 11 Dec 1958. Burial in Ebenezer Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Henderson Co., TN. Occupation: Merchant/Farmer. He married Pairlee Jones, circa 1898. Born, 4 Apr 1881, in AL. Died, 13 Jul 1961, in Scotts Hill, TN. Burial in Ebenezer Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Children: i. William Seaborn[8] Middleton. Born, 7 Aug 1899. Died, 13 Mar 1972, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN. Burial in Ebenezer Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1920, in Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1961, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN. An obituary for Seaborn Middleton does not list wife or children. ii. Fairy Middleton. Born, 1901. Census: 1920, in Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1972, in Scotts Hill, TN. She married Hubert L. Goff, son of William Lewis (Willie) Goff and Ida Clementine Smith, 22 Feb 1942. 799 iii. Talmadge Middleton. 800 iv. F. Walker Middleton. v. Bluford C. Middleton. Born, 1909. Census: 1920, in Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1971, in Escondido, San Diego Co., CA. Resided: 1989, in Montrose, Montrose Co., CO. Occupation: Navy. He married Valera M. 801 vi. J. Carnell Middleton. vii. Linda Mae Middleton. Born, circa 1918. Census: 1920, in Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1972, in Paris, Henry Co., TN. She married Unknown Snow. viii. Other Children. Cook and Pairlee Middleton have an infant son and two infant daughters at Ebenezer Cemetery. ix. Guest G. Middleton. Born, circa 1921. Resided: 1961, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN. Resided: 1972, in Washington, DC. 438. Martha Callie[7] Middleton. Born, 1875. Died, 1961. Burial in Ebenezer Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1961, in Scotts Hill, TN. She married, first, W. H. Crosser, 24 Dec 1895, in Henderson Co., TN. Born, 1875. Died, 1906. Burial in Ebenezer Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Children: i. Floyd[8] Crosser. Born, 4 Sep 1896. Died, 16 Jun 1898. Burial in Ebenezer Cem., Henderson Co., TN. ii. George Crosser. Born, 1900. Died, 1982. Burial in Ebenezer Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1981, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. iii. Elmer E. (Red) Crosser. Born, 18 Apr 1906, in Henderson Co., TN. Died, 21 Aug 1981. Burial in Ebenezer Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Occupation: Teacher/Farmer. A military marker on his grave notes "Pvt US Army World RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 215 SEVENTH GENERATION War II." An obituary does not list a wife or children. iv. Ess Crosser. v. Unknown Daughter Crosser. Resided: 1981, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. She married Ewell Kelley. She married, second, George Washington White (441), 1910. Children: vi. Lois White. Resided: 1947, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN. She married Unknown Kelly. 439. Mary E. (Monnie)[7] White (Haywood W. (Wood), 196). Born, 30 Sep 1874. Died, 2 May 1948. Burial in Ebenezer Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1924, in Henderson Co., TN. Monnie (White) McCollum died of a heart attack. She married Steven Daniel (Bud) McCollum, son of Samuel McCollum and Mary Davenport. Born, 10 Apr 1860. Died, 9 Dec 1936. Burial in Ebenezer Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Children: i. Sam[8] McCollum. Died, before 1956. Resided: 1948, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN. 802 ii. Ola M. McCollum. iii. Pearl McCollum. Born, 1899, in Henderson Co., TN. Died, Apr 1985, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN. Burial in Ebenezer Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1948, in Reagan, Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1984, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN. He married Festus L. Helms, daughter of Tom Helms and Lizzie. An obituary for Pearl (McCollum) Helms mentions that she is widow of Festus Helms but does not list any children or siblings. 803 iv. Bessie L. McCollum. v. Nada Horton McCollum. Born, 1 Apr 1906. Died, 11 Aug 1956, in San Francisco, CA. Burial in Ebenezer Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1948, in CA. She married Leroy Lindquist. An obituary for Nada (McCollum) Lindquist says that she had two sons. vi. Myrtle McCollum. Burial in Ebenezer Cem., Henderson Co., TN. 440. J. William (Will)[7] White (Haywood W. (Wood), 196). Born, 1883. Died, 1969. Burial in Ebenezer Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1924, in Henderson Co., TN. He married Effie White (493). Children: i. Biffle[8] White. Born, 1904. Died, 1967. Burial in Methodist Cem., Scotts Hill, Henderson Co., TN. She married Lawrence Martin. ii. Lois White. She married Olva Yates. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 216 SEVENTH GENERATION 441. George Washington[7] White (Haywood W. (Wood), 196). Born, 25 Mar 1885. Died, 5 Jun 1947, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN. Burial in Ebenezer Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1924, in Henderson Co., TN. He married Martha Callie Middleton (438), 1910. Children: i. Lois[8] White. Resided: 1947, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN. She married Unknown Kelly. 442. Walter (Walt)[7] White (Haywood W. (Wood), 196). Resided: 1924, in Lake Co., TN. He married Lizzie Cody. Children: i. Ray[8] White. He married Lona Mitchell, 18 Oct 1930, in Decatur Co., TN. ii. Fred White. iii. Neva White. iv. Benjamin (Ben) White. 443. Fredona E.[7] Brasher. Born, 25 Dec 1861, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, 3 Mar 1901. Burial in Crawford Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN. She married James Bate (Jim) Edgin, son of Moses Wesley (Wes) Edgin and Mary Haires, 17 Jul 1879, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 1878. Died, 1940. Burial in Crawford Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Children: i. Vester[8] Edgin. Born, 1881. Died, 1919. Burial in Marl Bluff Cem., Henderson Co., TN. He married Nellie West, 18 Dec 1904, in Decatur Co., TN. 804 ii. Nolen Edgin. iii. Raybelle Edgin. She married Jim Bost. iv. Patria Edgin. She married Roy Volner. v. Jesse Edgin. He married Hattie Murphy. 444. Joel Elias (Jack)[7] Brasher. Born, 28 Dec 1866, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, 24 Feb 1951. Burial in Peace Chapel, Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. He married Bettie Russell, daughter of James Russell and Anthan Malone, 15 Sep 1901, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 5 Mar 1873. Died, 14 Feb 1961. Burial in Peace Chapel, Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1958, in Scotts Hill, TN. Children: 805 i. Avis Fay[8] Brasher. ii. Ray Elias Brasher. Born, 10 Jan 1907. Died, 3 Nov 1988. Census: 1920, in Decatur Co., TN. He married Ruby Lee King, daughter of William King and Mazie Jane Fowler, 18 Apr 1948, in Corinth, Alcorn Co., MS. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 217 SEVENTH GENERATION After marriage, Ray Elias Brasher lived in Peoria, IL. He had three sons: Donald Ray Brasher (26 Jun 1951), Joel Dean Brasher (11 Nov 1953), and Jackie Dale Brasher (12 May 1957). All live in the Peoria area. 445. Phillip Logan[7] Brasher. Born, 20 Jan 1875, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, 29 Nov 1962. Burial in Peace Chapel, Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1920, in Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Teacher. He married Virgie Lee Davidson, daughter of Cicero Hamilton (Jodie) Davidson and Ella Smith, 22 Dec 1897, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 20 Feb 1878. Died, 2 Jan 1969. Burial in Peace Chapel, Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1958, in Scotts Hill, TN. Children: 806 i. Jesse A.[8] Brasher. 807 ii. Coy H. Brasher. 446. Minnie A.[7] Brasher. Born, 6 Feb 1877, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, 1899. Burial in Peace Chapel, Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. She married Phillip S. Volner, 26 Dec 1891, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 1871. Died, 1957. Burial in Pentecostal Cem., Scotts Hill, Decatur Co., TN. Children: 808 i. Montie[8] Volner. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 218 EIGHTH GENERATION 447. William E.[8] Wright. Born, 1880. Died, 1955. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. He married Mary Jane Moore (452), 20 Jul 1927, in Decatur Co., TN. Children: 809 i. Billy Rogers[9] Wright. 448. Sula J.[8] Wright. Born, Oct 1888. Died, 1941. Burial in Old Center Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. She married David Commodore Wheat, son of Henry C. Wheat and Nancy J., 31 Dec 1908, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 1886. Died, 1966. Burial in Old Center Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Children: 810 i. Delta Lorene (Peg/Peggy)[9] Wheat. 449. William Rushing[8] Rains. Born, 1905. Died, Mar 1932, in Garrett Com., Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. The following appeared in the Lexington Progress, March 18, 1932. "Rushing Rains, aged about 30, a farmer living near Decaturville, killed himself with a shotgun last Sunday afternoon, and when his body was found, the clothing had burned therefrom, igniting from the discharge of the gun. "It was said that Rains was the cause (accidental) of the death of a woman, in Jackson, a few years ago resulting from an automobile accident. The woman was a Mrs. Mitchie and the accident happened as she and her daughter were coming out of a grocery store at the corner of Neely and Poplar Streets." He married Jewel L. Dunavant, daughter of Marshal Walter (Walt) Dunavant and Lula Harrington, 24 Oct 1931, in Henderson Co., TN. Born, 22 Mar 1910. Died, Jan 1969. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Children: 811 i. Thomas Dale[9] Rains. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 219 EIGHTH GENERATION 450. Millie Ester[8] Moore (William Garrett, 208). Born, 12 Mar 1892, in Garrett Com., Decatur Co., TN. Died, 29 Jul 1977, in Garrett Com., Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. She married James Thomas (Tom) Tillman, son of Thomas Elihu (Hugh) Tillman and Sarah Louisa (Sally) Young, 11 Nov 1917, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 20 May 1893. Died, 17 Aug 1982, in Paris, Henry Co., TN. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1980, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Children: 812 i. Willie Hugh[9] Tillman. 813 ii. James Thomas Tillman. 451. Elbert Lee[8] Moore (William Garrett, 208). Born, 27 Sep 1893, in Garrett Com., Decatur Co., TN. Died, 20 Apr 1967, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. He married Nannie Jane Pearcy (402), 23 Dec 1917, in Decatur Co., TN. Children: 759 i. Arae Lee[9] Moore. 760 ii. Anna Mae (Anne) Moore. 761 iii. Alpha Rae Moore. iv. Dorothy Ann Moore. Born, 20 Jan 1928, in Garrett Com., Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1992, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. She married Delmar Yarbro, son of Clayton Arthur Yarbro and Mina Cooley, 16 Apr 1949, in Corinth, Alcorn Co., MS. 452. Mary Jane[8] Moore (William Garrett, 208). Born, 11 Jan 1895, in Garrett Com., Decatur Co., TN. Died, 14 Nov 1996, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur co., TN. She married William E. Wright (447). 453. William Wesley (Wes)[8] Moore (William Garrett, 208). Born, 9 Apr 1897, in Garrett Com., Decatur Co., TN. Died, 7 Aug 1962, in Garrett Com., Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. He married Sallie Lidia Mitchell, daughter of Boss Mitchell and Nealie/Nellie Katherine Rogers, 6 Aug 1920, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 26 Nov 1906. Died, 27 May 1983, in Garrett Com., Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1910, in Henderson Co., TN. Children: 814 i. Ruth Estel[9] Moore. 815 ii. W. B. Moore. 816 iii. Norene Moore. 817 iv. Neelie Mae Moore. 818 v. James Garrett Moore. 819 vi. William (Billy) Fred Moore. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 220 EIGHTH GENERATION vii. Donald Moore. Born, 1935, in Garrett Com., Decatur Co., TN. Died, 1935. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. viii. Tommy Moore. Born, 1937, in Garrett Com., Decatur Co., TN. Died, 1956. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Tommy died from a brain tumor which was probably the result of a head injury suffered in an automobile accident. 820 ix. Don Edwin Moore. 821 x. Brenda Kaye Moore. 822 xi. Linda Ann Moore. 823 xii. Kathy Dionne Moore. 454. Maggie Augustie[8] Moore (William Garrett, 208). Born, 13 Oct 1905, in Garrett Com., Decatur Co., TN. Died, 4 Mar 1989, in Garrett Com., Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. She married John Wesley Tillman, son of Thomas Elihu (Hugh) Tillman and Sarah Louisa (Sally) Young, 3 Feb 1922. Born, 14 Jul 1898, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, 21 May 1989, in Garrett Com., Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1984, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1920, in Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Farmer. Children: 824 i. Ruby[9] Tillman. 825 ii. Lorene Tillman. 826 iii. W. Gordon Tillman. 827 iv. Margie Tillman. 828 v. John Gary Tillman. 455. Minnie A.[8] Davis (Green B., 210). Born, 17 Jun 1880. Died, 9 Jul 1948. Burial in Brigance Cem., Decatur Co., TN. She married William Thomas Wright (585). 456. Lillian[8] Lacy (Hale H., 280). Born, 17 May 1879. Died, 7 Jan 1916. Burial in L. F. Davis Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. She married James Albert Bright (586). 457. John Frank[8] Lacy (Hale H., 280). Born, Mar 1882. Died, before 1920. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. He married Tennie Rimmer, daughter of George W. Rimmer and Lucy A. Currin, 17 Nov 1901, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 5 Mar 1885, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, 10 Jan 1969, in Jackson, Madison Co., TN. Burial in Rushing Creek C., Decatur Co., TN. Resided: after 1955, in Jackson, Madison Co., TN. Tennie (Rimmer) Lacy was a member of North Jackson Baptist Church. Children: 831 i. Aultie M.[9] Lacy. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 221 EIGHTH GENERATION 458. Margarett Elizabeth[8] Roberts. Born, 23 Dec 1877. Died, 25 Mar 1901. Burial in L. F. Davis Cem., Decatur Co., TN. She married James Milton (Dunn) Rushing, 30 Mar 1897. Born, 30 Sep 1877. Died, 21 Dec 1967. Burial in Mt. Zion Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1967, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. James M. Rushing was the adopted son of William Franklin Rushing and Sarah Ann Powers. Children: 832 i. Bertha Ada[9] Rushing. 459. Oscar Houston[8] Roberts. Born, 15 Aug 1887, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, 19 Jan 1977, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN. Burial in Lexington Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1940, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN. Resided: circa 1975, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN. He married Connie E. King, 14 Feb 1925. Born, 27 Aug 1901. Died, 26 Aug 1991. Children: i. Rose Marie[9] Roberts. She married Joel O'Brien. 460. Bessie Pearl[8] Roberts. Born, 26 Jan 1891. Died, 30 May 1977. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1940, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Merchant. She married Reuben Wesley (R.W./Wes) White (530). 461. Herbert Green[8] Roberts. Born, 5 May 1895. Died, 3 Aug 1987. Burial in City Cem., Dyersburg, Dyer Co., TN. Resided: 1940, in Dyersburg, Dyer Co., TN. Resided: 1977, in Dyersburg, Dyer Co., TN. He married Nettie Maude Welch (558), 1 Jun 1919, in Decatur Co., TN. Children: i. Pat[9] Roberts. ii. Shirley Roberts. iii. Peggy Roberts. 462. Glinner Jewel[8] Hays. Born, 25 Oct 1894. Died, 13 Oct 1973. Burial in Bear Creek Cem., Decatur Co., TN. She married, first, Albert Sidney Myracle, son of John A. Myracle and Martha Rowena Barnett, 19 Sep 1914, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 8 Mar 1888. Died, 19 Dec 1921. Burial in Bear Creek Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1920, in Decatur Co., TN. Children: RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 222 EIGHTH GENERATION i. James Reeder[9] Myracle. Born, 4 Jul 1915. Died, 2 Oct 1919. Burial in Bear Creek Cem., Decatur Co., TN. 834 ii. Warren Alfred Myracle. She married, second, Herman L. Alexander, son of B. Frank Alexander and Amanda (Mandie) J. Milford, 7 May 1930, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 1886. Died, 1938. Burial in Bear Creek Cem., Decatur Co., TN. 463. Herbert[8] Dennison. Born, 1892. Died, 1966. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1960, in Milan, Gibson Co., TN. He married Lizzie Scott, daughter of C. B. Scott and S. J., 12 Jan 1911, in Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1958, in Milan, Gibson Co., TN. Children: i. Willie Hazel[9] Dennison. Born, 1912. Died, 1913. Burial in Smith Chapel, Henderson Co., TN. ii. Infant Daughter Dennison. Born, 1917. Died, 1917. Burial in Smith Chapel, Henderson Co., TN. iii. Haywood Dennison. iv. Mary Jane Dennison. v. Ailene Dennison. vi. Cooper Dennison. vii. Jerry Dennison. 464. Beulah B.[8] Dennison. Born, 10 Jan 1893. Died, 21 Feb 1946. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. She married Oscar Lacy (302). 465. James Ellis[8] Dennison. Born, 31 Mar 1895. Died, Oct 1977, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1960, in Beacon, Decatur Co., TN. He married Oma Lee Ward, daughter of William H. Ward and Clementine Rone, 10 Dec 1916, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 2 May 1898. Died, 8 Feb 1984, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1975, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Children: i. Joe W.[9] Dennison. Born, 1933. Died, 1957. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. He married Margaret A. Minton, daughter of Joe D. Minton and Loura H. Maness. 835 ii. Mack Dennison. 836 iii. Laurinda Dennison. 466. Arbie F.[8] Dennison. Born, 10 Feb 1897. Died, 3 Mar 1986, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1960, in Reagan, Henderson Co., TN. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 223 EIGHTH GENERATION She married Harvey W. Myracle, 26 Sep 1915, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 23 Oct 1895, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, 9 May 1988, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1980, in Reagan, Henderson Co., TN. Occupation: Farmer. Children: 837 i. Pauline[9] Myracle. 467. Hattie M. (Mattie)[8] Dennison. Born, Feb 1900. Died, 1986. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1960, in Huntingdon, Carroll Co., TN. Resided: 1977, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN. In 1980 she was living in Atwood, Carroll Co., TN, and in 1986 she was living in Mckenzie, Carroll Co., TN. She married James R. Mitchell, son of Isaac Ashley (Ike) Mitchell and Sarah Melvinnie (Sallie) Crumbley (Chumney?), 18 May 1918, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, Oct 1896. Census: 1900, in Henderson Co., TN. Children: i. Bill (Ben)[9] Mitchell. ii. Alice Dale Mitchell. iii. Ida Mae Mitchell. 468. Ulysses[8] Dennison. Born, 1902. Died, 1980. Resided: 1977, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1910, in Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1960, in Kenton, TN. He married Lavina Rhodes. Children: i. James Walter[9] Dennison. ii. Melba Louise Dennison. iii. Charles Ray Dennison. 469. Leslie Willard (Lee)[8] Hays. Born, 29 May 1899, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, 3 Feb 1967, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN. Burial in Bear Creek Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1964, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Farmer/TVA. He married, first, Clara Fisher, daughter of William Layette (Bill) Fisher and Margaret (Maggie) Evans, 21 Dec 1922. Born, 7 Jul 1900, in Mt. Ararat Com., Henderson Co., TN. Died, 28 Jul 1964, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Bear Creek Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1950, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Factory. Children: 838 i. Joe Willard[9] Hays. 839 ii. Clara Faye Hays. 840 iii. Margaret Virginia Hays. He married, second, Vera Fisher, Aug 1965. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 224 EIGHTH GENERATION 470. Ernest Wilmer[8] Hayes. Born, 6 Jul 1901, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, 10 Oct 1987, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Bear Creek Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1967, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1981, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Farmer/Railroad. He married Eula Marie Wilkins, daughter of William Oscar Wilkins and Laura B. Duke, 22 Dec 1921, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 2 Apr 1903. Census: 1910, in Decatur Co., TN. Children: 841 i. Amos Earl[9] Hayes. 842 ii. Lavon Alsie (Vaughn) Hayes. 843 iii. Reba Christine Hayes. iv. Wilma June Hayes. Born, 26 Oct 1929, in Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1991, in Naples, Collier Co., FL. She married, first, James William (Jim) Gordon. She married, second, D. C. Long. 844 v. Meta Mae Hayes. 845 vi. Doris Jean Hayes. vii. Shirley Marie Hayes. Born, 14 Nov 1936, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, 10 Jun 1938. Burial in Bear Creek Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Shirley Marie Hayes died of complications from measles and whooping cough. 846 viii. Larry Wilkins Hayes. 471. Ollie[8] Hayes. Born, circa 1903. Resided: 1959, in Portageville, New Madrid Co., MO. Resided: 1967, in Portageville, New Madrid Co., MO. Resided: 1981, in Clarksburg, Carroll Co., TN. He married Mary (Mamie) Brunt, 30 Oct 1921. Born, 28 Jun 1904. Died, 9 Sep 1979. Children: 847 i. Rex Clyde[9] Hays. 848 ii. Opal Hayes. iii. Marie Hayes. iv. Nadine Hayes. 849 v. Emma Lou Hayes. vi. J. B. Hayes. Born, 6 Jul 1936. Died, 12 Mar 1981. He married Kathryn Kessinger, May 1958. vii. Jerry Hayes. Born, 18 Sep 1938. He married, first, Shirley Roberts, 7 Sep 1962. He married, second, Ella Mae Price, 5 Jun 1969. viii. Patricia L. Hayes. Born, 27 Apr 1942, in Portageville, New Madrid Co., MO. Resided: 1982, in Portageville, New Madrid Co., MO. She married Jessie Allen Wallace, 15 Dec 1960, in Portageville, New Madrid Co., MO. ix. Judy Hayes. Born, 12 Oct 1944, in Portageville, New Madrid Co., MO. Resided: 1982, in Pevely, Jefferson Co., MO. She married, first, Robert Hughes, 6 May 1960. She married, second, Kenneth Griffin, 9 Dec 1961. x. Danny Hayes. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 225 EIGHTH GENERATION 472. Edgar J.[8] Hays. Born, 25 Sep 1910. Died, 12 Apr 1989, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Mt. Tabor Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1967, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1981, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Iron Worker. Edgar J. Hays was a member of Parsons Church of Christ. He served in the army in 1929. He married Opal Lancaster, daughter of Lorenzo Lafayette (Fate) Lancaster and Mary Missouri (Mollie) Houston. Born, 30 May 1914, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, 27 Nov 1993, in Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Mt. Tabor Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1979, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1986, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Children: i. James Reeder[9] Hays. Born, 7 Aug 1934. Died, 27 Feb 1993, in Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Mt. Tabor Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1989, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. 850 ii. Jess Willard Hays. iii. Hugh L. (Hoot) Hays. Born, 11 Jul 1940. Resided: 1989, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. He married Barbara M. French, 10 Jul 1975. 473. Bennie Ray[8] Hayes. Born, 30 Sep 1915. Died, 21 May 1981, in Nashville, Davidson Co., TN. Burial in Bear Creek Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1967, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Farmer. Bennie Ray Hayes was a disabled veteran. He died during surgery to remove cancer from his tongue and mouth. He married, first, Mildred Owens. Children: i. Richard Perry[9] Hayes. Resided: 1981, in Inman, Spartanburg Co., SC. Resided: 1995, in Camden, Benton Co., TN. He married, second, Dorothy Lee Hill, daughter of William Claiborne Hill and Leva Hays, 3 Dec 1940. Born, 12 Apr 1926. Died, 25 Aug 1960. Burial in Bear Creek Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Factory. Dorothy Lee Hill died after a pet bull she had raised from a calf attacked her repeatedly. Children: ii. David Ray Hayes. Born, 22 Nov 1941, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, 6 Aug 1995, in nashville, davidson Co., TN. Resided: 1981, in Nashville, Davidson Co., TN. Resided: circa 1992, in Nashville, Davidson Co., TN. He married Ruth McDonald Pharris, 3 Jul 1985. iii. Wilma Lee Hayes. Born, 26 Dec 1943, in Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1981, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1995, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. She married, first, Jessie Jefferson (Jay) Douglas, 9 Sep 1961, in Decatur Co., TN. She married, second, Frank Joseph Moore, son of Frank Charles Moore and Maryu Francis Zarelski, 1973. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 226 EIGHTH GENERATION He married, third, Dora Elizabeth Yarbro (986), 14 Dec 1960. Children: 851 iv. Elizabeth Diane Hayes. 474. Jetty (Jettie)[8] Rushing (Lewis Jeff, 216). Born, 1906. Died, 1936. Burial in Bethel Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1910, in Decatur Co., TN. She married Joseph Laurel Clenney, son of William Parley Clenney and Sarah Ann Austin, 9 Nov 1921, in Henderson Co., TN. Born, 3 Mar 1891. Died, 23 Jun 1958. Burial in Bethel Cem., Decatur Co., TN. A military marker on his grave notes "Tennessee Pvt Co H 323 Inf World War I." Children: i. J. P.[9] Clenney. Born, circa 1929. Resided: 1995, in Reagan, Henderson Co., TN. ii. Thomas Clenney. Born, circa 1931. Resided: 1995, in Poway, San Diego Co., CA. Occupation: Navy. iii. Franklin D. Clenney. Born, 8 Jul 1933. Died, 11 Jan 1978. Burial in Bethel Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Franklin D. Clenney was killed in a shootout at Brown Shoe Co. in Lexington. He and a man alledged to be having an affair with Franklin's wife both died. A military marker used as a footsone on his grave notes "BMC US Navy." iv. Dorothy Jean Clenney. Born, circa 1936. Died, Nov 1936. Burial in Bethel Cem., Decatur Co., TN. 475. Clayton[8] Rushing (Lewis Jeff, 216). Born, circa 1909. Resided: 1958, in Chicago, IL. Census: 1910, in Decatur Co., TN. He married Maude Chester (695), 16 Apr 1933, in Decatur Co., TN. Children: 852 i. Bobby Eugene[9] Rushing. ii. Jerry Rushing. Resided: 1995, in Madera, Madera Co., CA. iii. Danny Rushing. Resided: 1995, in Madera, Madera Co., CA. iv. Doris Rushing. Resided: 1995, in Madera, Madera Co., TN. She married Unknown Cameron. v. Carrie Rushing. Resided: 1995, in Madera, Madera Co., TN. She married Unknown Ray. 476. Lorene[8] Rushing (Luther F., 217). Born, 13 Mar 1921. Resided: 1963, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. She married, first, Unknown Teague, before 1950. She married, second, James Dee Alexander, son of Gus C. Alexander and Francis Edna (Fanny) Russell, 29 Nov 1958. Born, 21 Jun 1913. Died, 6 Mar 1983, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Bear Creek Cem., Decatur Co., TN. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 227 EIGHTH GENERATION Resided: 1958, in Scotts Hill, TN. James Dee Alexander owned a gas station and was a member of the Decaturville Church of Christ. Children: i. Peggy[9] Alexander. Resided: 1983, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. She married Unknown Goodman. 477. Golden[8] Rushing (Luther F., 217). Born, 2 Feb 1931. Died, 25 Jun 1967, in Puerto Rico. Burial in Bear Creek Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1950, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma Co., OK. Resided: 1963, in Kodiak, AK. She married Eldred B. Stricklin. Born, 26 May 1930. Died, 23 Jun 1969. Burial in Bear Creek Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Children: i. Cheryl[9] Stricklin. ii. Cathy Stricklin. 853 iii. Charlotte Stricklin. 478. Leroy[8] Rushing (W. Clyde, 218). Born in Henderson, Henderson Co., KY. Occupation: Construction. Leroy Rushing was the son of Ellis and Molly Taylor. He was adopted at age three by Clyde and Aura Rushing. He married Lyndall Christine Moore, daughter of Thomas Jackson (Jack) Moore and Jessie Pauline Ledbetter, 1946. Resided: 1979, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1992, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Factory. Children: 854 i. Jacqueline Rose[9] Rushing. 855 ii. Barbara Kay Rushing. 856 iii. Lila Jean Rushing. 479. Archie (Arch) Clifton[8] Rushing (James Walter, 221). Born, 19 Sep 1909, in Perry Co., TN. Died, 4 Mar 1974, in Linden, Perry Co., TN. Burial in Mt. Carmel Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1959, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1974, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Farmer. He married Zumma Mae Elizabeth Phillips, daughter of James Samuel (Sam) Phillips and Nellie Crawley, 28 Dec 1928, in Mt. Carmel, Decatur Co., TN. Born, 19 Mar 1907, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, 7 Jul 1988. Resided: 1988, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Children: 857 i. Imogene[9] Rushing. 858 ii. Harry Edward Rushing. 859 iii. Jim Loyd Rushing. 860 iv. Jerry Paul Rushing. 861 v. Loyal Benson Rushing. 862 vi. Nelson Eugene Rushing. 863 vii. Flora Edna Rushing. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 228 EIGHTH GENERATION 864 viii. Charlotte Mae Rushing. 865 ix. Elco Truman Rushing. 866 x. Mary Nell Rushing. 480. Cloatie/Claudia B.[8] Rushing (James Walter, 221). Born, 14 May 1914. Died, 1987, in Chattanooga, Hamilton Co., TN. Burial in Peace Chapel, Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1974, in Chattanooga, Hamilton Co., TN. She married, first, James Clayton Yarbro, son of Jacob F. (Jake) Yarbro and Lillie Crawley, 30 Jan 1931, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, circa 1907, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, Jan 1974, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Mt. Carmel Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Farmer/Timber. Children: 867 i. Jessie David[9] Yarbro. ii. Bobby Joe Yarbro. Born, 1940. Died, 1940. Burial in Peace Chapel, Decatur Co., TN. iii. Elmo (Chuck) Yarbro. Resided: 1974, in Chattanooga, Hamilton Co., TN. Resided: 1994, in Rossville, Walker Co., GA. iv. Jewel Yarbro. Resided: 1974, in Charleston, WV. Resided: 1994, in St. Albans, WV. She married Unknown Bishop. She married, second, Stan Kaczamowski, before 1974. 481. Hasting S.[8] Rushing (James Walter, 221). Born, 28 Sep 1918, in Humphreys Co., TN. Resided: 1974, in Detroit, Wayne Co., MI. Resided: 1993, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. He married, first, Dovie Rachel Essary, daughter of Albert Essary and Ida. Born in Henderson, Chester Co., TN. Children: 868 i. Larry Gene[9] Rushing. ii. Sandra Kaye Rushing. Born, 1946, in Jackson, Madison Co., TN. Resided: circa 1974, in Barbourville, Knox Co., KY. Resided: circa 1992, in Virginia Beach, VA. She married Clarence Davis. He married, second, Velma Lorene Wilson, daughter of Robert T. Wilson and Mary Norman, circa 1988, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 9 May 1918. Died, 23 Dec 1989, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Mt. Carmel Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Factory. Velma was a member of Decaturville Church of Christ. He married, third, Eula Kindle, daughter of Hugh L. Kindle and Jo Anna Bryant, circa 1991. Born, 1923. Resided: 1974, in Scotts Hill, TN. Resided: 1993, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. 482. Vester Green (Bess)[8] Moody. Born, 1894. Died, 1926. Burial in Mt. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 229 EIGHTH GENERATION Lebanon Cem., Decatur Co., TN. She married Curry Kelley, 21 Dec 1917, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 1895. Died, 1965. Burial in Mt. Lebanon Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Children: 869 i. Alma[9] Kelley. ii. Johnny Kelley. Resided: 1972, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. iii. Jessie R. Kelley. Born, 1920. Died, 1987. Burial in Mt. Lebanon Cem., Decatur Co., TN. He married Clara Mae Kelley, daughter of Robert (Bob) Lewis Kelley and Maggie Ella Mayo. A military marker on his grave notes "PFC US Army." iv. Billy Kelley. Resided: 1972, in Caruthersville, Pemiscot Co., MO. She married Brumley. 483. Latham B.[8] Blount. Born, 8 Feb 1891. Died, 28 Mar 1978. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1977, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Teacher/farmer. A military marker used as a footstone on his grave reads "Pvt US Army World War I." He married Sarah L. (Sally) Keeton, 9 Oct 1930, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 1906. Children: i. Nancy Jane[9] Blount. Born, 12 Jan 1938. Died, 10 Mar 1939. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. 484. Orville J. (Sug)[8] Blount. Born, 1903. Died, Sep 1977. Burial in City Cem., Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1960, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Highways. Orville Blount was a member of Decaturville United Methodist Church. He married Velma Harrell (696), 18 Dec 1937, in Decatur Co., TN. Children: i. Patsy[9] Blount. Resided: 1953, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1977, in Nashville, Davidson Co., TN. She married Unknown Carmichael. 485. Ethel[8] Swift. Born, 6 Aug 1891. Died, 12 May 1973, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN. Burial in Methodist Cem., Scotts Hill, Henderson Co., TN. Occupation: Cafeteria. She married Charlie Overman, son of George William Overman and Parthenia Ophelia Smith. Born, 19 Jun 1893. Died, 6 Sep 1930. Burial in Methodist Cem., Scotts Hill, Henderson Co., TN. Children: i. Elco[9] Overman. Born, 1915. Resided: 1973, in Scotts Hill, TN. He married Arnell White, Feb 1946. ii. Mabel Overman. Born, 1922. Resided: 1973, in Lexington, RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 230 EIGHTH GENERATION Henderson Co., TN. She married Edward Bailey. 486. Jesse Fielder[8] Swift. Born, 5 Sep 1901. Resided: 1973, in Scotts Hill, TN. He married Frances Hazel Reaves, daughter of John Benjamin Reaves and Mura Alice Graham. Born, 20 Feb 1906, in Henderson Co., TN. Died, 31 Jul 1986, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Methodist Cem., Scotts Hill, Henderson Co., TN. Children: i. W. E. (Gene)[9] Swift. Resided: 1986, in Florence, Lauderdale Co., AL. ii. Jesse Roberts Swift. Resided: 1986, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN. iii. Dorla Swift. Resided: 1986, in Wyoming, Stark Co., IL. She married Unknown Wiker. 487. Ernest Haywood[8] Swift. Born, 25 Nov 1910, in Scotts Hill, TN. Died, 30 Dec 1981, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN. Burial in Methodist Cem., Scotts Hill, Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1973, in Scotts Hill, TN. Occupation: Farmer. Ernest Swift was a veteran of World War II. He married Unknown. Children: i. Brenda[9] Swift. Resided: 1981, in Scotts Hill, TN. 488. John W.[8] Harrell (George S., 227). Born, Dec 1868. Died, 1948. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. He married Ella J. Blackburn (507), 28 Dec 1893, in Decatur Co., TN. Children: i. Mary Lela[9] Harrell. Born, Feb 1895. Died, 1984. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1948, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. She married James Connie Black. ii. Maggie M. Harrell. Born, 7 Aug 1897. Died, 14 Jan 1988, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1948, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Factory. Maggie Harrell was a member of Concord United Methodist Church. She never married. iii. Luther C. Harrell. Born, 26 Feb 1900. Died, 21 Dec 1914. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. iv. Ruby Lee Harrell. Born, after 1900. Resided: 1948, in Nashville, Davidson Co., TN. Resided: 1988, in Nashville, Davidson Co., TN. She married Unknown Carter. v. Infant Daughter Harrell. Born, 21 Jul 1903. Died, 21 Jul 1903. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 231 EIGHTH GENERATION Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. vi. Mae Ruth Harrell. Born, 21 Jul 1903. Died, 8 Apr 1992. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1948, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1988, in Scotts Hill, TN. 870 vii. George A. Harrell. 871 viii. Marie Harrell. 489. Wesley (Wess) (West)[8] Harrell (George S., 227). Born, circa 1878. Died, before 1965. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1948, in St. Louis, St. Louis Co., MO. In 1900 Wesley/West Harrell is living in the household of Nancy Harrell, widow of Wesley/West's uncle Cornelius. He married Cynthia Luton. Born, circa 1884. Died, Dec 1965, in St. Louis, St. Louis Co., MO. Children: i. Unknown Daughter[9] Harrell. Resided: 1965, in St. Louis, St. Louis Co., MO. She married Matt Burkett. 490. James Edward[8] Harrell (George S., 227). Born, 22 Oct 1879, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, 28 Jan 1955, in Jackson, Madison Co., TN. Burial in City Cem., Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1948, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Farmer. He married Carrie E. Malone (366), 1 Jan 1905, in Decatur Co., TN. Children: i. Mildred Lucille[9] Harrell. Born, 1905. Died, 12 Feb 1996, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Burial in City Cem., Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1967, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Nurse. She married James Sloan Baker, son of Isaac Thomas Baker and Josephine Yates, 29 Apr 1928, in Decatur Co., TN. Mildred (Harrell) Baker was a member of Decaturville First United Methodist Church. 696 ii. Velma Harrell. 697 iii. Thomas Lewis Harrell. 491. Durey Burgess[8] Harrell (James M., 230). Born, 18 Jan 1889. Died, 17 May 1971, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN. Burial in New Hope Cem. Census: 1900, in Henderson Co., TN. Occupation: Farmer. A military marker used as a footstone on his grave notes "Tennessee Pvt US Army World War I." An obituary lists three foster daughters: Mrs Raymell Powers, Lexington; Mrs. Velma Buck, Jackson; and Mrs. Thelma Fullington, Medina. He married Sarah Jane Middleton (796). Children: i. Raymell[9] Harrell. Resided: 1961, in Lexington, Henderson Co., RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 232 EIGHTH GENERATION TN. Resided: 1971, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN. She married Iley Powers. ii. Velma Harrell. Resided: 1961, in Jackson, Madison Co., TN. Resided: 1971, in Jackson, Madison Co., TN. She married Earl Buck. iii. Thelma Harrell. Resided: 1961, in Milan, Gibson Co., TN. Resided: 1971, in Medina, Gibson Co., TN. She married Dave Fullington. 492. Ernest F.[8] Moreland. Born, 1880. Died, 1963. Burial in City Cem., Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. He married Cora R. Born, 1885. Died, 1942. Burial in City Cem., Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Children: i. George E.[9] Moreland. Born, 1912. Died, 6 Feb 1913. Burial in City Cem., Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. 493. Effie[8] White (Henry Calhoun (Uncle Cal), 232). Born, 1882. Died, 1927. Burial in Ebenezer Cem., Henderson Co., TN. She married J. William (Will) White (440). 494. Myrtle E.[8] White (Henry Calhoun (Uncle Cal), 232). Born, 3 Dec 1883. Died, 12 Nov 1969. Burial in Prospect Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1965, in Holladay, Benton Co., TN. She married Roy B. Cary. Born, 16 Aug 1866. Died, 26 Jul 1951. Burial in Prospect Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Children: i. Joe Price[9] Cary. 495. Nicholas Albert[8] White (Henry Calhoun (Uncle Cal), 232). Born, 1 Jan 1884, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, 6 Sep 1965, in Reagan, Henderson Co., TN. Burial in Ebenezer Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Occupation: Farmer/Livestock. Nicholas Albert White was a member of Ebenezer Methodist Church. He married Alcie Beulah Houston, daughter of Areny/Churchwell [Jowers] Houston and Martha J. (Mattie) Bartholomew. Born, 3 Sep 1890. Died, 12 Apr 1981, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Ebenezer Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1969, in Reagan, Henderson Co., TN. Children: 872 i. J. D.[9] White. ii. Arnell White. Born, 1920. Resided: 1965, in Scotts Hill, TN. Resided: 1993, in Sardis, Henderson Co., TN. She married Elco Overman, Feb 1946. 873 iii. James Haywood White. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 233 EIGHTH GENERATION 874 iv. Martha L. (Polly) White. 496. George Ernest[8] White (George M., 233). Born, Jun 1882. Died, 1960. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. He married Artie L. Wyatt (599), 6 May 1917, in Decatur Co., TN. Children: 875 i. Edith[9] White. ii. George William White. Born, circa 1922. Died, 6 Aug 1995, in Nashville, Davidson Co., TN. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Construction. He married Barbara Hill, daughter of Cecil Hill and Guthrie Colwick. iii. Elizabeth Juanita White. Resided: 1995, in Ocola, FL. iv. Anna Laura White. Resided: 1995, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. She married Hallie Quinton Butler, son of Robert Lee Butler and Sofronia Bell McClannahan. v. Delilah White. Resided: 1995, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. She married Unknown Payne. vi. Palmer White. Buried, before 1995. He married Maxine Camper, 30 Jun 1941, in Decatur Co., TN. 497. William H. (Bill)[8] White (George M., 233). Born, Oct 1883. Died, 1963. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. He married Arbie Griffin (577), 14 Dec 1902, in Decatur Co., TN. Children: 876 i. Leo Floyd[9] White. 877 ii. Jesse O. White. 498. Coy E.[8] White (Robert Alexander (Elic), 234). Born, 1 Mar 1879, in Mt. Carmel, Decatur Co., TN. Died, 17 Sep 1962, in Mt. Carmel, Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Mt. Carmel Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1945, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Farmer/Teacher. Coy White was a member of Mt. Carmel Church. He married Clara Tennessee Smith, daughter of John Wesley Smith and Katherine Minerva (Katy) Vise, 24 Dec 1905, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 22 Feb 1884, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, 11 Mar 1958, in Vise, Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Mt. Carmel Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Children: 878 i. Mayme Louise[9] White. ii. Coy Smith White. Born, 3 Feb 1911. Died, 18 Feb 1934, in Jackson, Madison Co., TN. Burial in Mt. Carmel Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Coy Smith White was fatally injured in an automobile accident near Scotts Hill. J. W. Vise also was killed in the accident. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 234 EIGHTH GENERATION iii. Frances Lorene White. Born, circa 1913. Resided: 1962, in Milton, FL. Occupation: Teacher. She married Olen Aubry Brown, 1933. 879 iv. Robert Hyder White. v. Clara Kate White. Born, 19 Jul 1917. Died, 9 Apr 1939. Burial in Mt. Carmel Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Teacher. vi. George William White. Born, 3 Aug 1919. Resided: 1938, in Vise, Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1962, in Mt. Carmel, Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1996, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. He married, first, Bonnie Lou Wallace, 4 Dec 1948, in Decatur Co., TN. He married, second, Barbara French, 8 Oct 1980, in Decatur Co., TN. He married, third, Mary Ruth Cole, daughter of Merritt Ewing Cole and Kate Drusilla (Kitty) Vise, 7 Nov 1987. "George William White served in the Army during World War II. He was wounded in action while serving in the South Pacific. "When discharged on November 13, 1945, White held the rank of Tech 5." ["Paths to Freedom," Parsons News Leader, 13 July 1991, p. 4] 880 vii. Martha Ann White. 881 viii. Margaret Josephin White. 499. Jackson Landon[8] White (Robert Alexander (Elic), 234). Born, 4 Jun 1881. Died, 13 Mar 1944. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Lawyer. J. Landon White, as a lawyer, he handled a number of the pension applications from area Civil War veterans and widows. He served a term in the state legislature. He married, first, Dora L. Wheat, daughter of Henry C. Wheat and Nancy J., 27 Aug 1902, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 14 Nov 1882. Died, 6 Mar 1907. Burial in Old Center Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Children: i. Russell A.[9] White. Born, 15 Jul 1903. Died, before 1992. Burial in Old Center Cem., Decatur Co., TN. He married, first, Ruby E. He married, second, Pearlie Turner, 14 Jun 1973, in Decatur Co., TN. He married, second, Bessie Welch, 19 Mar 1911, in Decatur Co., TN. Children: 882 ii. Jackson Landon (Wink) White. iii. Geraldean White. Born, circa 1927. Died, 9 Oct 1995, in Santa Rosa, Sonoma Co., CA. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1992, in santa Rosa, Sonoma Co., CA. Occupation: Personnel. 883 iv. Unknown White. 500. Elmer Patrick[8] White (Robert Alexander (Elic), 234). Born, Aug 1883. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. Elmer Patrick White moved to Mississippi. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 235 EIGHTH GENERATION He married Kathleen Jennings. Children: i. Elmer Vernon[9] White. ii. Robert White. iii. Ruffin White. iv. Emmett White. v. Mary Evelyn White. vi. Sarah White. 501. Duly H./Homer[8] White (Robert Alexander (Elic), 234). Born, Mar 1886. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1945, in Okmulgee, Okmulgee Co., OK. Homer White moved to Oklahoma. He married Edith Davidson. Children: i. Homer[9] White. ii. Stanley White. iii. Philip White. 502. Clara[8] White (Robert Alexander (Elic), 234). Born, 18 Dec 1888. Died, 21 Jun 1945. Burial in Mt. Carmel Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. Clara (White) Smith was a member of Mt. Carmel Methodist Church. She married William Clyde Smith, son of William G. Smith and Mary Elizabeth Yarbro. Born, 13 Mar 1888. Died, 22 Dec 1988. Burial in Mt. Carmel Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Farmer/Timber. Children: i. William Stanley[9] Smith. Born, 3 Feb 1913. Died, 23 Apr 1990. Burial in Mt. Carmel Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1945, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1988, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. 884 ii. Lenora Smith. iii. James Franklin Smith. Born, 10 Sep 1916. Died, 6 Mar 1917. Burial in Mt. Carmel Cem., Decatur Co., TN. iv. James Noah Smith. Born, 12 May 1918, in Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1997, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Lawyer. james Smith was in the navy in 1945. 885 v. Robert Clyde Smith. vi. Irene Smith. Resided: 1945, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1997, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. She married Unknown Lafferty. vii. Margaret Smith. Resided: 1945, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1997, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. She married Unknown Odle. 886 viii. Flora Smith. 887 ix. Clara Sue Smith. x. Maude Smith. Resided: 1945, in Dyersburg, Dyer Co., TN. She RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 236 EIGHTH GENERATION married Unknown Yarbro. xi. Frank Smith. Resided: 1997, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Frank Smith was in the navy in 1945. xii. Mae Ellen Smith. Born, 10 Aug 1933. Died, 29 Aug 1934. Burial in Mt. Carmel Cem., Decatur Co., TN. 503. Robert Maurry[8] White (Robert Alexander (Elic), 234). Born, Feb 1891. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1945, in Finley, Dyer Co., TN. Robert Maurry White's family moved to Dyer Co. He married, first, Lena B. Crawley, daughter of J. Monroe Crawley and Laura Ashcraft. Born, 6 Jan 1895. Died, 21 Oct 1931. Burial in Mt. Carmel Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Children: i. Ruth[9] White. ii. Robert M. White. iii. Eilene White. iv. James White. v. John White. vi. Joel White. vii. Patty Sue White. He married, second, Kate Wheat. Children: viii. Kenneth White. ix. Charles White. 504. Maggie Luna[8] White (Robert Alexander (Elic), 234). Born, 8 Jul 1892. Died, 14 Jul 1926. Burial in Mt. Carmel Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. Luna (White) Vise died of typhiod fever. She married John Wesley Vise, son of George Malachi (Mal) Vise and Sarah Tennessee (Tennie) Smith, 7 Aug 1910, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 16 May 1887. Died, 1 Jul 1972. Burial in Mt. Carmel Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Teacher/Store. Children: 888 i. John Wesley[9] Vise. 889 ii. Robert Malachi Vise. iii. William George Vise. Born, 19 Mar 1919. Died, 24 Oct 1944. A military marker at Mt. Carmel Cemetery reads "In memory of..." "HA1 US Navy World War II." William George Vise "was taken prisoner of war in the Phillipeans in the Spring of 1942. He was aboard an unmarked Japanese freighter when the ship was fired upon and went down. He was declared dead Oct 24, 1944." [Decatur County History and Families] 890 iv. Helen Maxine Vise. 891 v. Virgie Lucille Vise. 892 vi. Earnest Roach Vise. vii. Jessie Loraine Vise. Born, 23 Dec 1923. She married, first, RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 237 EIGHTH GENERATION Martin Leo Murphy, 27 Feb 1954. She married, second, Henry Howie. 893 viii. James Landon (Pig) Vise. 505. Nannie Estelle[8] White (Robert Alexander (Elic), 234). Born, Sep 1895. Resided: 1945, in Norphlet, Union Co., AR. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. She married Grady Johnson. Children: i. Grady Earl[9] Johnson. ii. Irma Jean Johnson. iii. Joe Johnson. iv. Ralph Johnson. 506. James Ben[8] Martin. He married, first, Gladys G. Hardin, daughter of William T. Hardin and Mollie E. Turnbo. Born, 26 Nov 1890. Died, 7 Feb 1920. Burial in Hardin Cem., Decatur Co., TN. He married, second, Myrtle Jewel McKinney. Children: 894 i. Wallace Neal[9] Martin. 895 ii. Carolyn Ann Martin. iii. Ralph Martin. Resided: 1996, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. He married Novileen Patterson, daughter of Fate M. Patterson and Vesta Burkeen. iv. James Martin. Resided: 1996, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. v. Mildred Martin. Resided: 1996, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. She married Unknown Rice. vi. Irma Martin. Resided: 1996, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. She married Unknown Riley. vii. Jeanette Martin. Resided: 1996, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. She married Unknown Cruit. viii. Evelyn Martin. Resided: 1996, in Jackson, Madison Co., TN. She married Unknown Lancaster. 507. Ella J.[8] Blackburn. Born, 5 Nov 1871, in Corsicana, Navaroo Co., TX. Died, 25 May 1960. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. She married John W. Harrell (488). 508. Ida Belle[8] Blackburn. Born, 18 Jan 1876, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Died, 4 Aug 1947. She married John Smith, 28 Oct 1884, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 22 Apr 1851. Died, 13 Aug 1918. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Children: RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 238 EIGHTH GENERATION i. Infant[9] Smith. Born, 18 Sep 1891. Died, 18 Sep 1891. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. 509. William Jasper[8] Blackburn. Born, 20 Dec 1877, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Died, 13 Nov 1966, in Orange, Orange Co., CA. Burial in Mesa, Mariposa Co., AZ. Resided: 1953, in Costa Mesa, CA. He married, first, Hulda Jane Yarbro, daughter of Rufus Martin Yarbro and Susan Elizabeth Bledsoe, 3 Aug 1898, in TN. Born, 1881. Died, 1945. Children: i. May[9] Blackburn. Born, 17 Jun 1899, in Decatur Co., TN. ii. Hirum Blackburn. Born, 17 Jun 1899, in Decatur Co., TN. iii. Farland Maroni Blackburn. Born, 25 Jul 1900, in Mesa, Mariposa Co., AZ. iv. Wilfred Ezra Blackburn. v. Hugh Elliott Blackburn. vi. Verdell Blackburn. Born, 14 Apr 1908, in Ogden, Webber Co., UT. vii. Dorothy Blackburn. viii. William Jasper Blackburn. ix. Mary Elizabeth Blackburn. x. Daniel Yarbrough Blackburn. He married, second, Pearl Melissa Brown, 29 Apr 1947. 510. Emma Lee[8] Blackburn. Born, 27 Mar 1882, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Died, 23 Jul 1947. She married Herbert Yancey Bagby (427). 511. Glenna May[8] Blackburn. Born, 28 Dec 1889, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Died, 21 Dec 1953, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN. Burial in Lexington Cem., Henderson Co., TN. She married Henry Pleasant Davenport, son of Isaac N. (Uncle Ike) Davenport and Eliza Ann Holmes, 1903. Born, 25 Sep 1875. Died, 14 Aug 1933. Burial in Lexington Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Occupation: Merchant. Children: i. Henry B.[9] Davenport. Resided: 1953, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN. ii. Oeda Davenport. Resided: 1953, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN. She married Asa Lipscomb. iii. Ruby Davenport. Resided: 1953, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN. She married Ray Winslow. iv. Mary Wilma Davenport. Born, 4 Mar 1914. Died, 1 Aug 1915. Burial in G. Holmes Cem., Henderson Co., TN. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 239 EIGHTH GENERATION 512. Emma Morris[8] Smith (Reubin, 237). Born, 11 Apr 1870. Died, 26 Jun 1936. Burial in City Cem., Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. She married Willie A. Brasher, son of Philip R. Brasher and Arie B. (Ora) Russell, 20 Dec 1885, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 20 Feb 1868. Died, 25 Aug 1945. Burial in City Cem., Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. Children: 896 i. Charlie Benjamin[9] Brasher. ii. Fred Thurman Brasher. Born, 22 Sep 1888. Died, 5 Feb 1981. Burial in City Cem., Dyersburg, Dyer Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1955, in Marietta, AR. He married Bertha Estelle Carlton, 29 Dec 1912. iii. Neppie Brasher. Born, 10 Dec 1890. Died, 9 Feb 1897. Burial in City Cem., Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. iv. Beulah May Brasher. Born, 26 Jul 1892. Died, 21 Sep 1957. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. She married, first, Neil Brown Howell, 19 May 1912, in Decatur Co., TN. She married, second, John L. Gaskin. 897 v. Hallie Phillip Brasher. vi. Ora Nell (Nellie) Brasher. Born, 5 Jul 1898. Died, 27 Oct 1975. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1955, in Tigrett, Dyer Co., TN. She married Ernest Holland, 22 Dec 1917. vii. Infant Son Brasher. Born, Mar 1900. Died, Mar 1900. viii. Mary Ella Brasher. Born, 4 Jan 1903. Census: 1910, in Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1955, in Jackson, Hinds Co., MS. She married Sam D. Mayberry, 10 Sep 1920. ix. Rosa Brasher. Born, circa 1903. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. x. Myrtle Jane Brasher. Born, 7 Oct 1905. Died, 15 Nov 1987. Burial in City Cem., Yorkville, Gibson Co., TN. Census: 1910, in Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1955, in Newbern, Dyer Co., TN. She married Robert Taylor Harris. xi. Ruby Mabel (Totsy) Brasher. Born, 13 Jul 1908. Census: 1910, in Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1955, in Covington, Tipton Co., TN. She married Arnold Lovett, 16 Sep 1926. xii. Mittie Catharine Brasher. Born, 10 Aug 1911. Resided: 1955, in Hobart, Lake Co., IN. She married, first, Aaron Simrell, 26 Mar 1932. She married, second, William Bell Thompson, 23 Dec 1933. 513. George Ernest[8] Smith (Reubin, 237). Born, 12 Jul 1873, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Died, 9 Oct 1938, in Selmer, McNairy Co., TN. Burial in City Cem., Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Perry Co., TN. Occupation: Merchant. He married Carrie Pirtle, daughter of George W. Pirtle and Unknown, 12 Jul 1894, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 1875. Died, 1953. Burial in City Cem., Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Children: i. Ernest[9] Smith. Born, 21 Nov 1896, in Decaturville, Decatur RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 240 EIGHTH GENERATION Co., TN. Died, 5 Feb 1980, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN. Resided: 1938, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN. He married Mary Kathryn Gregory. ii. Infant Smith. Born, 28 Sep 1909. Died, 28 Sep 1909. Burial in City Cem., Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. iii. Roy Smith. Resided: 1938, in Henderson, Chester Co., TN. iv. George Smith. Resided: 1938, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN. v. Pauline Smith. Resided: 1938, in Selmer, McNairy Co., TN. vi. Grace Smith. Resided: 1938, in Ancon, Canal Zone, Panama. 514. Carrie Mae[8] Smith (Reubin, 237). Born, 7 Jul 1875. Died, 30 Nov 1967. Burial in City Cem., Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1938, in Jackson, Madison Co., TN. She married Granville L. Dennison, son of Curry Pettigrew Dennison and Nancy Jane Bray, 24 Dec 1891, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 18 Feb 1870. Died, 23 Aug 1926. Burial in City Cem., Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1910, in Decatur Co., TN. Children: i. Charles L. (Charles)[9] Dennison. Born, 22 Dec 1892, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, 19 Feb 1977, in Jackson, Madison Co., TN. Burial in Hollywood Cem., Jackson, Madison Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. He married Bertha M. Cantrell. Charles L. Dennison was a veteral of World War I. An obituary mentions both that he was a deacon at First Baptist Church and a member of Calvary Baptist Church. He had no children. ii. Morris Lamont Dennison. Born, 5 Jun 1895. Died, 28 Sep 1895. Burial in City Cem., Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. 898 iii. R. (Robert?) Manley Dennison. iv. Willie Ray Dennison. Born, 8 Mar 1899. Died, 29 May 1899. Burial in City Cem., Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. v. Allie Ruth Dennison. Burial in City Cem., Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. vi. Mildred Dennison. Born, circa 1902. Census: 1910, in Decatur Co., TN. vii. Glenn E./Edward Glenn Dennison. Born, 1903, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Died, 1930, in Cairo, Alexander Co., IL. Burial in City Cem., Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1910, in Decatur Co., TN. An article in the Lexington Progress, May 2, 1930, notes that the body of Edward Glenn Dennison was found in the river near Cairo, Illinois. He had last written March 17, 1930, to say he was returning home from Chicago. His suitcase had been found three weeks earlier on the docks at Cairo. He had lived in Jackson, Tennessee, until he got a job in Des Plains, Illinois. viii. Ada Dennison. Born, circa 1907. Census: 1910, in Decatur Co., TN. The following letter by Ada Dennison was published in the "Decatur County Herald" on December 12, 1915. "Dear Santa: I want you to bring me a toy drum, some apples, some oranges. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 241 EIGHTH GENERATION Bring my sister a rubber ball and candy. Bring me some nuts. I am a good girl and will be all my life. Your friend Ada Dennison." ix. Lillian Dennison. Resided: 1930, in Jackson, Madison Co., TN. x. Mae Elizabeth Dennison. Resided: 1930, in Jackson, Madison Co., TN. 515. Myron C.[8] Smith (George Washington, 238). Born, 2 May 1893. Died, 18 Nov 1928. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. He married Narcia Ellison. Born, 11 Apr 1896. Died, 13 Apr 1968. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Teacher. Children: i. Trudell[9] Smith. Born, 27 Jul 1921. He married Geneva Doran. ii. Monnie Smith. Born, 18 Sep 1922. Died, 15 Mar 1982. She married O. K. Lewis. iii. Marie Smith. Born, 2 Sep 1924. She married Elva Kirk Richardson. iv. Melba Smith. Born, 17 Oct 1926. Died, 15 Nov 1993. She married Fred Donald Wright. 516. Bessie Viola (Bess)[8] Smith (Joseph E., 240). Born, 1893. Died, 1936. Burial in City Cem., Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. She married James Wylie Stout, son of John H. Stout and Sarah (Sallie) Reeder. Born, 10 Nov 1886. Died, 26 May 1976. Burial in Trinity Cem., Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Postmaster. "Prior to becoming postmaster in 1934 James Wylie Stout . . . operated Decaturville Auto Company which he and James S. England operated in partnership." [History of Decatur County] Children: i. James Wylie[9] Stout. Born, circa 1923. Died, 1 Sep 1992, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Trinity Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1991, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. "James Stout, Jr. served in the Army and Air Force in World War II, from 1934-46 as a T-4. "He served on a hospital ship platoon in England to a USA carrier in the air force." ["Paths to Freedom," Parsons News Leader, 3 July 1991, p. 8] An obituary for him notes that he was a member of Trinity Assembly of God and the American Legion. ii. John Smith Stout. Resided: 1992, in Detroit, Wayne Co., MI. iii. Peggy Jane Stout. Born, 1930. Died, 1934. Burial in City Cem., Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. 517. Lillie[8] White (John Henry, 242). Born, 1886. Died, 1968. Burial in Oak Grove Cem., Middleburg, Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1952, in Clarksburg, Carroll Co., TN. Resided: 1957, in Cedar Grove, Carroll Co., TN. She married James Lee (Jim) Bartholomew, son of John Lafayette (Fate) RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 242 EIGHTH GENERATION Bartholomew and Mary Frances Thomas. Born, 1880. Died, 1955. Burial in Oak Grove Cem., Middleburg, Henderson Co., TN. Children: i. Oakley[9] Bartholomew. Resided: 1975, in Hohenwald, Lewis Co., TN. ii. Woodrow Bartholomew. Resided: 1975, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN. iii. Paul Bartholomew. Resided: 1975, in Clarksburg, Carroll Co., TN. iv. Mack Bartholomew. Resided: 1975, in Clarksburg, Carroll Co., TN. v. Farris Bartholomew. Resided: 1975, in Clarksburg, Carroll Co., TN. vi. Fay Bartholomew. Resided: 1975, in Clarksburg, Carroll Co., TN. Resided: 1996, in Clarksburg, Carroll Co., TN. vii. Alma Lee Bartholomew. Resided: 1975, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN. She married Halters. viii. Irene Bartholomew. Resided: 1975, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN. She married James. ix. Elma Jean Bartholomew. Resided: 1975, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN. She married Unknown Blackwell. x. Opal Bartholomew. Resided: 1975, in Clarksburg, Carroll Co., TN. She married Unknown Walls. 518. Sallie M.[8] White (John Henry, 242). Born, 13 Jun 1886. Died, 12 Feb 1978. Burial in Rushing Creek C., Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1952, in KY. She married William W. (Willie) Sykes, son of George W. Sykes and Malinda E. Melton, 13 Sep 1908, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 20 Apr 1883. Died, 9 Dec 1961. Burial in Rushing Creek C., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. Children: i. Aaron E.[9] Sykes. Born, circa 1909. Census: 1910, in Decatur Co., TN. He married Clara Teague, 25 Sep 1927, in Decatur Co., TN. ii. Willie Mae Sykes. Born, circa 1912. Census: 1920, in Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1995, in Nashville, Davidson Co., TN. She married Unknown Gatlin. iii. Ruth L. Sykes. Born, circa 1915. Census: 1920, in Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1995, in Atwood, Carroll Co., TN. She married Unknown Smith. iv. Hettie M. Sykes. Born, circa 1917. Died, before 1995. Census: 1920, in Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1993, in Humboldt, Gibson Co., TN. She married Unknown Volner. 899 v. Georgia Katherine Sykes. 900 vi. William (Billy) Sykes. vii. Jimmie Lou Sykes. Resided: 1993, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN. Resided: 1995, in Mayfield, Graves Co., KY. She married Unknown Belza. viii. Maxine Sykes. Resided: 1995, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN. She married Unknown Stewart. ix. Edna Sykes. Resided: 1993, in West, Holmes Co., MS. Resided: 1995, in Koscuisko, Attala Co., MS. She married Unknown RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 243 EIGHTH GENERATION Wolforth. 519. Lelah M.[8] White (John Henry, 242). Born, 1892. Died, 1976. Burial in Oak Grove Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1952, in Scotts Hill, TN. She married Wit S. Todd. Born, 1894. Died, 1975. Burial in Oak Grove Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Children: 901 i. Thomas H.[9] Todd. ii. James P. Todd. Resided: 1963, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN. iii. Charles Todd. Resided: 1963, in Scotts Hill, TN. iv. Hugh Todd. Resided: 1963, in Scotts Hill, TN. 520. Cora Myrtle[8] White (John Henry, 242). Born, 1893. Died, before 1991. Burial in Crowell Chapel, Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1952, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN. She married Clifford Parsons (566). 521. Clay Ular[8] White (John Henry, 242). Born, 18 Jul 1895. Died, 10 Sep 1981. Burial in Crowell Chapel, Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1952, in Scotts Hill, TN. She married Robert Henry Campbell. Born, 16 Sep 1890. Died, 10 Jun 1964. Burial in Crowell Chapel, Henderson Co., TN. Children: i. Randolph Ray[9] Campbell. Born, 23 Feb 1926. Died, 11 Feb 1980. Burial in Crowell Chapel, Henderson Co., TN. A military marker used on the footstone for the grave of Randolph Ray Campbell notes "S2 US Navy World War II." 522. William Herman[8] White (John Henry, 242). Born, 8 Aug 1896. Died, 23 Jan 1982. Burial in Crowell Chapel, Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1952, in Scotts Hill, TN. A military marker used as a footstone on his grave notes "Pvt US Army World War I." He married Clara Mae Jackson (652), 7 Jan 1918, in Decatur Co., TN. Children: i. Ruby Mae[9] White. Born, 6 Dec 1919. She married Harold E. Wolfe. ii. James Ruel White. Born, 5 Feb 1920. He married Frances Joye Summer, 13 Dec 1941, in Corinth, Alcorn Co., MS. 903 iii. Ethel Pauline White. iv. Paul D. White. Born, 24 Mar 1928. He married Dorothy Maxine Flowers, daughter of Festus Ira Flowers and Cora Paralee Evans. v. Bobby Joe White. Born, 22 Mar 1935. He married Jessie Sue RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 244 EIGHTH GENERATION Montgomery. 523. Jake[8] White (John Henry, 242). Born, circa 1920, in Henderson Co., TN. Died, 20 Jun 1991, in Linden, Perry Co., TN. Resided: 1957, in St. Louis, St. Louis Co., MO. Occupation: Grocer. Jake White was an Air Force veteran of World War II and a member of Crowell Chapel United Methodist Church. He married Imogene Chester (937), circa 1950. Children: 904 i. Dennis Wayne[9] White. 905 ii. Catherine Ann (Cathy) White. 524. Denver Vernon[8] White (John Henry, 242). Born, 6 Jan 1928. Died, 7 Apr 1952. Burial in Crowell Chapel, Henderson Co., TN. He married Martha Tate. Born, 12 Oct 1023. Children: i. Rebecca Jean[9] White. ii. Carole White. 525. Minnie O.[8] White (Robert L., 243). Born, Jun 1892. Died, 1971. Burial in Crowell Chapel, Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. She married James Arthur Grimsley. Born, 1885. Died, 5 Nov 1978, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Crowell Chapel, Henderson Co., TN. Children: i. Emlue[9] Grimsley. Born, 1912. Died, 1912. Burial in Crowell Chapel, Henderson Co., TN. ii. Infant Son Grimsley, stillborn. Born, 1915. Burial in Crowell Chapel, Henderson Co., TN. iii. Infant Daughter Grimsley, stillborn. Born, 1917. iv. Infant Daughter Grimsley, stillborn. Born, 1919. Burial in Crowell Chapel, Henderson Co., TN. 906 v. Mary Sue Grimsley. 907 vi. Vernell Grimsley. vii. Vernon Grimsley. Born, 1925. Died, 1925. Burial in Crowell Chapel, Henderson Co., TN. 526. Monnie E.[8] White (Robert L., 243). Born, Jun 1897. Died, 1990. Burial in Crowell Chapel, Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1987, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. She married, first, Unknown Lemmons. Children: i. Mack W.[9] Lemmons. Born, 11 Feb 1923. Died, 9 Jun 1987, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Crowell Chapel, Henderson RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 245 EIGHTH GENERATION Co., TN. Occupation: Farmer. ii. Billy Lemmons. Resided: 1987, in Dresden, Weakley Co., TN. iii. Odell Lemmons. Resided: 1987, in Scotts Hill, TN. iv. Inez Lemmons. Resided: 1987, in Lubbock, Lubbock Co., TX. She married Unknown Millner. She married, second, Aniul Overman, son of Unknown Overman and Sallie Jane. Born, 1913. 527. Anna M.[8] Houston. Born, 27 Sep 1882, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, 20 Jul 1950, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Houston Cem., Beacon Road, Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1938, in Decatutville, Decatur Co., TN. She married James Losson Roberts, son of Elijah Roberts and Mahala, 14 Dec 1903, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 4 Apr 1867. Died, 13 Sep 1951. Burial in Houston Cem., Beacon Road, Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1950, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. James Losson Roberts was a member of Campground Cumberland Presbyterian Church. Children: i. Elnora Frances[9] Roberts. Born, 15 Jan 1907. Died, 12 Apr 1924. Burial in Houston Cem., Beacon Road, Decatur Co., TN. 908 ii. James Jefferson (Square) Roberts. iii. Lillie Roberts. Resided: 1950, in Somerset, Pulaski Co., KY. Resided: 1951, in Cleveland, Cuyahoga Co., OH. She married, first, Luton Hay. She married, second, Boyn Randall. iv. Ethel Roberts. Resided: 1951, in Springville, ??. She married A. M. Taylor. 528. William Elbert (Eb)[8] Houston. Born, Nov 1884. Died, 1935. Burial in City Cem., Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. He is Elbert W. Houston in the 1900 census. He married Annie T. Lacy (602). Children: i. Bertha[9] Houston. Resided: 1935, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. She married William Payne (Billy) Bright. ii. Mary Sue Houston. Resided: 1935, in Benton, Marshall Co., KY. She married Unknown Green. iii. Naomi Houston. Resided: 1935, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. 529. Robert Young[8] Houston. Born, 1888, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, Apr 1965, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Burial in City Cem., Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1938, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Farmer. He married Nealy/Nelie/Neel Mae Welch (552), 22 Jan 1914, in Decatur Co., RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 246 EIGHTH GENERATION TN. Children: 909 i. Mary Winona[9] Houston. ii. Thomas J. Houston. Born in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Died, 7 Jan 1975, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN. Resided: 1965, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1975, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN. Occupation: Farmer. He married Sarah Lima Lancaster, daughter of Vester Arthur Lancaster and Callie Montgomery, 1932. Thomas J. Houston was a veteran of World War II and a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars. He worked for Wilson Packing Company for a while. He did not have children. 530. Reuben Wesley (R.W./Wes)[8] White (John Marion, 246). Born, 24 Apr 1886. Died, 23 Jul 1974. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Farmer/Merchant. He married Bessie Pearl Roberts (460), 28 Mar 1909, in Decatur Co., TN. Children: i. Grapelle[9] White. Born, 1910. Died, 1913. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. 833 ii. Robert Wesley (Bob) White. iii. Graydon White. Born, 1913. Died, 1918. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. iv. James W. White. Born, 27 Jun 1919. Died, 29 Jun 1919. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. v. Infant Son White. Born, 19 Apr 1922. Died, 20 Apr 1922. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. vi. Houston R. White. Born, 1923. Died, 1924. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. 531. Vera E.[8] White (John Marion, 246). Born, 1889. Died, 1958. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1910, in Decatur Co., TN. She married William F. (Will) White (244). 532. Arlie Madison (Ard)[8] White (John Marion, 246). Born, 4 Feb 1898. Died, 1976. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1910, in Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Farmer/Highways. He married Verna Pratt, daughter of John W. Pratt and Josephine (Josie) Smith, 10 Feb 1918, in Davis Community, Decatur Co., TN. Born, 1900. Resided: 1993, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1910, in Decatur Co., TN. Children: 910 i. Paul[9] White. ii. Wilma White. Born, 29 Jun 1921. Resided: circa 1996, in Decatur Co., TN. She married, first, E. Hugh McClure, son of Granville H. McClure and Mary Eula White. She married, second, Orbie Ray RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 247 EIGHTH GENERATION Gilbert (1047). 911 iii. Irene White. iv. Vernell White. Resided: circa 1996, in Savannah, Hardin Co., TN. Occupation: Teacher. She married Bob White. 533. Charles Omer[8] White (Mills A., 247). Born, Aug 1890. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. He married Myrtle Tina Rogers, daughter of M. Lafayette Rogers and Silva Josephine Martin. Children: 912 i. Lamar A.[9] White. ii. Charles Oteen White. Resided: circa 1996, in Dyersbury, Dyer Co., TN. Occupation: Dentist. 534. Kenneth E.[8] White (Mills A., 247). Born, 24 Mar 1894. Died, 19 Nov 1965. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. He married Ida Elliott, 18 Feb 1917, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 1 Apr 1897. Children: i. Naoma[9] White. Born, 13 Mar 1918. Died, 16 Jul 1919. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. ii. Elmer White. Born, after 1920. He married Irene Ivey, daughter of James Curtis Ivey and Willie Tuten, 29 Jul 1942, in Corinth, Alcorn Co., MS. iii. Infant Daughter White. Born, 1926. Died, 17 Feb 1926. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. 535. Mattie A.[8] White (Mills A., 247). Born, 1898. Died, 1961. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. She married Clarence Parsons (567). 536. Jewel H.[8] White (Mills A., 247). Born, 1900. Died, 1957. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. She married Dewey B. Williams, son of William Ervin Williams and Nancy Ann Thomas, 25 Aug 1918, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 1899, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, 1982, in Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1967, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Farmer. Children: 914 i. Anna (Annie) Mae[9] Williams. ii. Billy Dewey Williams. Born, 1928. Died, 1980. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. A military marker used as a footstone on his grave notes "A1C US Air Force World War II." RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 248 EIGHTH GENERATION iii. Nellie Williams. Resided: 1976, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. She married Jennings. iv. Bobby Williams. Resided: 1976, in Lake Alfred, Polk Co., FL. 537. Thomas Almon (Al)[8] White (Thomas Alec, 248). Born, Sep 1894. Died, Feb 1965, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1948, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Farmer. Thomas Almon White was a veteran of World War I. A military marker on his grave notes "Tennessee Pvt 1 Prov Engr Const Bn World War I." He was a member of Concord United Methodist Church. He married Bonnie Pratt, daughter of John W. Pratt and Josephine (Josie) Smith, 26 Aug 1917, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 1896. Died, 11 Aug 1993, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1993, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1910, in Decatur Co., TN. Children: 915 i. Loraine[9] White. 916 ii. Larry Winston White. iii. Marie White. Resided: 1993, in St. Louis, St. Louis Co., MO. She married Rushing Tolley. iv. Thomas White. Resided: 1965, in St. Louis, St. Louis Co., MO. Resided: 1993, in Las vegas, NV. 538. Chester Alton[8] White (Thomas Alec, 248). Born, 14 Oct 1897, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, 4 Jun 1948, in Old Hickory, Davidson Co., TN. Burial in City Cem., Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. Resided: after 1944, in Old Hickory, Davidson Co., TN. Occupation: Factory. Alton White was a member of Concord United Methodist Church. He married Anna Pearl Tate (938). Children: i. Carrie Belle[9] White. Resided: 1984, in Sikeston, Scott Co., MO. She married Unknown Hanna. ii. Martha White. Resided: 1948, in Old Hickory, Davidson Co., TN. She married Unknown Shipman. iii. William White. Resided: 1948, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN. iv. Chester White. v. James White. Resided: 1948, in Nederlands. vi. Jerry White. Resided: 1948, in Old Hickory, Davidson Co., TN. vii. Raymond White. Resided: 1948, in Old Hickory, Davidson Co., TN. 539. Dula Elizabeth[8] White (Thomas Alec, 248). Born, 1903. Died, 1993, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1948, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1965, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. She married Dewey Smart, 1 Sep 1928. Born, 1902. Died, 1987. Burial in RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 249 EIGHTH GENERATION Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Children: i. Margaret[9] Smart. She married J. Haywood (Johnny) Lomax. 917 ii. Shelby Joyce Smart. 918 iii. Max Ray Smart. 919 iv. Margie Smart. 920 v. Diane Smart. vi. Leon Smart. 921 vii. Virginia Smart. viii. Georgia Mae Smart. She married Unknown Hooper. 540. Med Fost (Meddie)[8] White (Thomas Alec, 248). Born, 1906. Died, 25 Feb 1994, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Mt. Zion Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1948, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1965, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Retail Clerk. Med (White) Brown was a member of Trinity Assembly of God. She married Alvis Brown, son of Andrew Jackson Brown and Nancy M. Mills. Born, 1901. Died, 1980. Burial in Mt. Zion Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Children: i. Irie L.[9] Brown. Resided: 1994, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. He married Betty Margaret Brasher, daughter of Martin Earl (Mart) Brasher and Flora Lena Parish, 22 Sep 1977, in Decatur Co., TN. ii. William Alvis Brown. Resided: 1994, in Munich, Germany. 541. Bon Clayton[8] White (George Frank, 250). Born, 1901. Died, 9 Jan 1975, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Oak Grove Cem., Middleburg, Henderson Co., TN. He married, first, Ethel Mae Teague. Born, 1904. Died, 1971. Burial in Oak Grove Cem., Middleburg, Henderson Co., TN. Children: 922 i. Stanley[9] White. ii. Bon C. White. Resided: 1975, in Norway. iii. Juanita White. Resided: 1975, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN. She married Wood. iv. June White. Resided: 1975, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN. She married Unknown Pope. He married, second, Thelma Martha Lunsford, daughter of Abraham G. Lunsford and Julia O. Thomas, 10 Sep 1973, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 1910. Resided: 1975, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. 542. Vallie Pearl[8] White (George Frank, 250). Born, 1903. Died, 26 Jan 1997, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Duke Chapel, Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1975, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1993, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 250 EIGHTH GENERATION She married, first, Johnnie Harmon Hays, son of John A. Hays and Mary Isabell Hays, before 1933. Born, 1894. Died, Mar 1966, in Beacon, Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Duke Chapel Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1958, in Beacon, Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Farmer. The family presented her for Johnnie Harmon Hays is based on 1966 and 1997 obituaries which present somewhat conflicting information. Edd and John Hays are not mentioned in 1966. Ralph Hays and Max Ray Hays are listed as children in 1966 but are listed only as pall bearers in 1997. Children: 923 i. Maxine[9] Hays. ii. Ralph Hays. Resided: 1966, in Beacon, Decatur Co., TN. iii. James F. Hays. Born, 21 Apr 1933. Resided: 1966, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN. Resided: 1996, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN. He married Mary F., 20 Dec 1952. 924 iv. Max Ray Hays. v. Roger D. Hays. Resided: 1966, in Beacon, Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1997, in Hohenald, Lewis Co., TN. vi. Iola (Pete) Hays. Resided: 1966, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN. Resided: 1997, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN. She married Unknown Bracken, before 1966. vii. Carolyn Gail/Clessie Hays. Resided: 1966, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1997, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. She married Homer Wayne Hurst, 6 Jun 1959, in Decatur Co., TN. viii. Johnnie Marilyn Hays. Resided: 1966, in Perryville, Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1997, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN. She married James Phillip Morgan, 14 Jun 1960, in Decatur Co., TN. ix. Edd Hays. Resided: 1997, in Darden, Henderson Co., TN. x. John Hays. Resided: 1997, in Darden, Henderson Co., TN. She married, second, John F. Panik, before 1975. Born, 1900. Died, 1971. Burial in Duke Chapel Cem., Henderson Co., TN. She married, third, Unknown Melton, before 1993. 543. Nila Mae[8] White (George Frank, 250). Born, circa 1907. Died, 4 Aug 1993. Occupation: Factory. She married Elmer Teague. Died, before 1993. Children: 925 i. Johnny Lynn[9] Teague. ii. Unknown Daughter White. Resided: 1993, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN. She married Tommy Meadows. iii. Larry Raymond White. Resided: 1993, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN. 544. Aileen Birtie[8] White (George Frank, 250). Born, circa 1916. Died, 25 Jun 1997, in MI. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1975, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1993, in MI. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 251 EIGHTH GENERATION She married Thomas J. Keeping. Born, 1912. Died, 25 Apr 1997, in Mt. Clemens, Oakland Co., MI. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1997, in Clinton, Lenawee Co., MI. Children: i. Thomas C.[9] Keeping. Resided: 1997, in Clinton, Lenawee Co., MI. ii. Claudia Keeping. Resided: 1997, in Campbell, Santa Clara Co., CA. 545. Lloyd James (Bear)[8] White (George Frank, 250). Born, 10 Nov 1920. Died, 23 Oct 1994. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1975, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1993, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Farmer/Pipeline. A military marker on his grave notes that he was a private in the Army during World War II. He served as a medic. He married Ethel Pauline White (903), 9 Sep 1942. Children: 926 i. Hilda Jane[10] White. 927 ii. Nancy Gail White. 928 iii. Wanda Kay White. 929 iv. Sherry Ann White. 930 v. Terry Lynn White. 931 vi. Vicki Sue White. 932 vii. Genita Faye White. 933 viii. Jonathan Keith (Bud) White. 546. William (Bill)[8] White (Robert D. (Bob), 251). Born, 21 Jun 1910, in Luray, Henderson Co., TN. Died, 31 Mar 1973, in Oak Ridge, Anderson Co., TN. Burial in Beech Bluff Cem., Madison Co., TN. Resided: 1968, in Oak Ridge, Anderson Co., TN. Occupation: Guard. He married Alice Hale. Children: i. Billy Gene[9] White. Resided: 1973, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN. ii. Billy Mack White. Resided: 1973, in Roanoke, Randolph Co., AL. iii. Ronald Lee White. Resided: 1973, in Sandusky, Erie Co., OH. iv. Donna Lynn White. Resided: 1973, in Oak Ridge, Anderson Co., TN. 547. Woodrow[8] White (Robert D. (Bob), 251). Born, 31 Oct 1912. Resided: 1968, in Beech Bluff, Madison Co., TN. He married Rachel Duke, daughter of Curtis A. Duke and Daisy May Jones, 24 Dec 1938. Born, 25 Mar 1920. Resided: 1968, in Jackson, Madison Co., TN. Children: i. Judy[9] White. ii. David White. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 252 EIGHTH GENERATION 548. Sam M.[8] White (Robert D. (Bob), 251). Born, 29 Sep 1920, in Chester Co., TN. Died, 16 Aug 1967, in Jackson, Madison Co., TN. Burial in Beech Bluff Cem., Madison Co., TN. Occupation: Railroad. Sam White worked for the Gulf, Mobile, and Ohio Railroad. He died from injuries received in an accident at work. At the time of his death he lived on White Fern Road in Beech Bluff. A military marker used as a footstone on his grave notes "Tennessee PFC Co E 180 Inf Regt World War II." He served in Europe. He married Nora Irene Middleton, 14 Oct 1950. Born, 22 Dec 1920. Children: i. Bobby Joe[9] White. ii. Katie Janice White. 549. Rowena[8] White (Robert D. (Bob), 251). Died, before 1996. Resided: 1968, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN. She married John Bright. Died, before 1996. Children: 934 i. Johnny[9] Bright. 550. Reuben Lee[8] Haney. 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] He married Carrie Lou Powers, daughter of Evander Etheredge Powers and Kizzie Averett. 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. Children: i. Franklin David[9] Haney. Resided: 1992, in Louisville, Jefferson Co., KY. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 253 EIGHTH GENERATION ii. Donald Lee Haney. Resided: 1992, in El Paso, El Paso Co., TX. 551. Nora Pearl[8] Welch (James Leonard, 255). Born, 1897. Died, 1953. Burial in Mt. Carmel Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. She married Dewitt Talmadge Vise, son of George Malachi (Mal) Vise and Sarah Tennessee (Tennie) Smith. Born, 1893. Died, 1956. Burial in Mt. Carmel Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1944, in Winchester, Franklin Co., TN. Children: i. Elmer Floyd[9] Vise. 935 ii. Dewitt Talmadge Vise. iii. Mary Margaret Vise. 552. Nealy/Nelie/Neel Mae[8] Welch (Nicholas David, 256). Born, Jan 1894. Died, 1951. Burial in City Cem., Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. She married Robert Young Houston (529). 553. Alpha L.[8] Welch (Nicholas David, 256). Born, 1897. Died, 1965, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Birth(2): Jan 1897. Burial in City Cem., Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. Alpha (Welch) Kelley was a member of Mt. Lebanon Methodist Church. She married Hickory Kelley. License, 27 Feb 1915, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 1894. Children: i. Tommy Welch[9] Kelley. Born, 15 Nov 1920. Died, 7 Sep 1965. Burial in City Cem., Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1965, in Mt. Lebanon Com., Decatur Co., TN. The military marker on his grave notes "Tennessee Pvt 1880 Svc Comd Unit World War II." 554. Edna[8] Welch (Nicholas David, 256). Born, 1899. Died, 6 Mar 1990, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN. Birth(2): Dec 1898. Burial in City Cem., Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1965, in Bemis, Madison Co., TN. In 1985 she was living in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN. She married, first, William Carl Butler. Born, 1892. Died, 1968. Burial in City Cem., Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Children: 936 i. William Carl[9] Butler. She married, second, James Edgar Rhodes. Resided: 1989, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 254 EIGHTH GENERATION 555. Winnie[8] Welch (Nicholas David, 256). Born, 24 Jan 1902, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, 23 Feb 1985, in Huntsville, Madison Co., AL. Burial in City Cem., Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1965, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Winnie (Welch) Chester was a member of First Methodist Church of Decaturville. She married Albert Luther Chester (694). 556. William H.[8] Tate. Born, 14 Jun 1877. Died, 23 Apr 1904. Burial in City Cem., Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. He married Hattie Jane Rogers, daughter of James Tate Rogers and Fredonia Abigail (Donie) Dennison, 5 Nov 1899, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 28 Nov 1882, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Died, 12 Feb 1960, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Burial in City Cem., Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Children: i. Hazel[9] Tate. Born, 17 Aug 1900. Died, 8 Mar 1901. Burial in City Cem., Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. 938 ii. Anna Pearl Tate. iii. William Tate. Resided: 1960, in Hockley (Co.?), TX. 557. Anna Jane[8] Tate. Born, Apr 1880. Died, 1961, in Hohenwald, Lewis Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. She married John Floyd Lipscomb, 4 Nov 1898, in Henderson Co., TN. Died, 1947, in Hohenwald, Lewis Co., TN. Occupation: Salesman/Farmer. "John F. Lipscomb, traveling salesman for Webb Manufacturing Co., made his headquarters at the Dennison Hotel. "Through his aquaintances he met Anna Jane Tate. . . . She joined him and sold dyes and postcards. They traveled until 1912 when they bought a farm and moved to Hohenwald and lived there until their death." [History of Decatur County] Children: i. Martha[9] Lipscomb. Resided: circa 1976, in Hohenwald, Lewis Co., TN. Occupation: Teacher. She married Rasbury. 558. Nettie Maude[8] Welch (Patrick Henry, 263). Born, 12 Jun 1900. She married Herbert Green Roberts (461). 559. Louis[8] Welch (Patrick Henry, 263). Born, 19 Jun 1903. Resided: 1958, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1987, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. He married Georgia Hilda Houston, daughter of Milton Lafayette Houston and Cora Jane Wilkerson. Born, 22 Feb 1906. Died, 27 Dec 1989, in Nashville, Davidson Co., TN. Burial in Parsons Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1989, in RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 255 EIGHTH GENERATION Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Teacher. Hilda (Houston) Welch was a member of Parsons Church of Christ and the DAR. Children: i. Ted[9] Welch. Resided: 1989, in Nashville, Davidson Co., TN. ii. Fred Welch. Resided: 1989, in Urbana, Champaign Co., IL. iii. Mae Welch. Resided: 1989, in McEwin, Humphreys Co., TN. She married Unknown Phy. iv. Patsy Faye Welch. Born, 13 Mar 1932. Died, 24 Aug 1985. Burial in Parsons Cem., Decatur Co., TN. She married Samuel Elbert Peach, 2 Aug 1958, in Decatur Co., TN. 560. Patrick Weldon[8] Welch (Patrick Henry, 263). Born, 1906. Died, 1987. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1958, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Teacher. He married Nina Sue Brasher, daughter of Ellison Clevon Brasher and Myrtle N. Altom, 26 Apr 1935, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 17 Jul 1914. Census: 1920, in Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1988, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1996, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Children: i. Infant[9] Welch. Born, 1936. Died, 1936. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. 939 ii. Franklin Weldon (Frank) Welch. 940 iii. Dicky Ray Welch. 941 iv. Doris Sue Welch. 561. Lillie Brunetta (Nettie)[8] Harmon. Born, 5 Dec 1875. Died, 6 Jan 1903. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. She married Lawrence William Claiborne Myracle, son of John Cox Pinkney Myracle and Mary Ann Bell, 21 Aug 1895, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, Apr 1872. Died, 9 Feb 1956, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1910, in Decatur Co., TN. Children: 942 i. Bessie[9] Myracle. 943 ii. Charles Ross (Charlie) Myracle. iii. Mary Myracle. Born, Jan 1900. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. She married Riley Williams. Mary was married but had no children. 562. Sallie A.[8] Harmon. Born, 11 Sep 1877. Died, 20 Jul 1901. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. She married Noah J. Pratt, son of William M. Pratt and Mary J. Weaver, 19 Jan 1896, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, circa 1871. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1910, in Decatur Co., TN. Children: RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 256 EIGHTH GENERATION 944 i. Howard H.[9] Pratt. ii. Monnie M. Pratt. Born, Sep 1898. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. iii. Callie Pratt. Born, 3 Jul 1900. Died, 23 May 1910. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. 563. Ethel Blank (Blankie)[8] Long. Born, 29 May 1884, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, 25 Feb 1934, in Henderson Co., TN. Burial in Smith Chapel, Henderson Co., TN. Although some people want to list her name as Blanche, her name really was Blank. Ricky Long of Jackson, who researches the Long family, explains the reason. "John A. Long's will was written prior to her birth, so it named 'Lonnie, Neely May, Long.' Therefore, she was named Blank." She married Jack G. Camper, 15 Jan 1902, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 15 Feb 1879. Died, 20 Jan 1939. Burial in Smith Chapel, Henderson Co., TN. Children: 945 i. Earl[9] Camper. ii. Guthrie (Gath) Camper. Born, 26 Feb 1903. Resided: 1978, in Trezevant, Carroll Co., TN. iii. Valley Ellen Camper. Born, 8 Dec 1906. Died, 8 Dec 1906. Burial in Smith Chapel, Henderson Co., TN. iv. Golden Green (Tom) Camper. Born, 1907. Resided: 1978, in KY. 946 v. Isabell (Iza) Camper. 947 vi. Hayden (Hade) Brazie Camper. 948 vii. Tobe A. (Gober) Camper. 949 viii. Rhodes (Doc) Camper. ix. Pinia Camper. Born, 1 Apr 1915. Died, 4 May 1976. Burial in Smith Chapel, Henderson Co., TN. She married Johnny Cook. x. Fred Camper. Born, 1917. Resided: 1978, in KY. He married Ruby Lois Davis, daughter of William Shadrack (Shade) Davis and Alice Artelia (Tela) Scott. 950 xi. James (Jim) Camper. xii. Maxine Camper. Born, 1920. Resided: 1996, in Benton, Marshall Co., KY. She married Palmer White, 30 Jun 1941, in Decatur Co., TN. 951 xiii. Lila J. Camper. 952 xiv. Clovis (Big Boy) Camper. 564. Eula[8] Parsons. Born, 5 Feb 1889. Died, 27 Feb 1949. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. She married John W. Myracle, 19 Jul 1908, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 10 Dec 1887, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, 13 Jan 1980, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1920, in Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Farmer. "John W. Myracle served in the Army during World War I. "He entered service November 20, 1917 and was discharged November 21, 1918." ["Paths to Freedom," Parsons News Leader, 3 July 1991, p. 2] He was a member of Campground Cumberland Presbyterian Church. Children: RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 257 EIGHTH GENERATION 953 i. John Alvin[9] Myracle. ii. Infant Son Myracle. Born, 1910. Died, 1910. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. 565. Lovie Magnolia[8] Parsons. Born, 1891. Died, 1973. Burial in Crowell Chapel, Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1961, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. She married William T. Robins, son of Joseph A. Robins and Nancy J. Born, 1895. Died, 1947. Burial in Crowell Chapel, Henderson Co., TN. Children: 954 i. Edith Valera[9] Robbins. 955 ii. James William Robbins. 566. Clifford[8] Parsons. Born, 10 Feb 1892. Died, 1984. Burial in Crowell Chapel, Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1961, in Scotts Hill, TN. He married Cora Myrtle White (520), 9 Aug 1914, in Decatur Co., TN. Children: i. Joseph Max[9] Parsons. Born, 1915. He married Martha Elizabeth (Betty) Davis. 902 ii. Juanita Parsons. 567. Clarence[8] Parsons. Born, 1895. Died, 1963. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1961, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. He married Mattie A. White (535), 16 Jul 1916, in Decatur Co., TN. Children: i. Fannie Mae[9] Parsons. Died, 26 Sep 1926. Burial in Smith Chapel, Henderson Co., TN. 913 ii. Thomas Clarence Parsons. 568. Lela[8] Welch (Richard Nicholas, 267). Born, 1887. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. She married Rona Swafford, 22 Dec 1910, in Decatur Co., TN. Children: i. Alvalda[9] Swafford. Born, 10 Feb 1913. Died, 29 Jun 1914. Burial in Rushing Creek C., Decatur Co., TN. 569. Sallie Maude[8] Welch (Felbert Lee, 268). Born, 6 Aug 1892, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, 26 Feb 1937, in Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Mt. Zion Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. Sallie (Welch) Wade died of cancer. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 258 EIGHTH GENERATION She married William Leonard (Willie) Wade, son of Riley Len Wade and Elnora J. Dees, 5 Oct 1919, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, 1977, in Waynesboro, Wayne Co., TN. Burial in Mt. Zion Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Cattle Trader. William Leonard Wade was a strong Democrat. He enjoyed socials and would bar-b-que whole hogs for them. He died of a stroke. Children: 956 i. Willie Lois[9] Wade. ii. Louise Wade. Born, 22 Jul 1924. Died, 18 Feb 1988, in Jackson, Madison Co., TN. Burial in Mt. Zion Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1982, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. She married Charles Floyd (Bill) Lomax, son of William Ollie Lomax and Flora Mae Haggard, 1945, in Corinth, Alcorn Co., MS. 570. Flossie[8] Welch (Felbert Lee, 268). Born, 21 Dec 1901, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, 6 Sep 1963, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Burial in City Cem., Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. She married Newton Edward Aaron, son of William Absolom Aaron and Elnora Nancy Jane Wade, 1923, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Born, 31 Aug 1899, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, 31 Jan 1989, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Burial in City Cem., Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1958, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1983, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN. Children: 957 i. Wilma Lee[9] Aaron. ii. Nancy Jane Aaron. Born, 25 Nov 1930. Died, 18 Feb 1935. Burial in City Cem., Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Nancy Aaron died in childhood. 958 iii. Jo Ann Aaron. 571. Nettie[8] Welch (Felbert Lee, 268). Born, 11 Oct 1903, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, 9 Jan 1965, in Senath, Dunklin Co., MO. Resided: 1963, in Senath, Dunklin Co., MO. She married W. Nunnry Brigance, 14 Dec 1921, in Henderson Co., TN. Children: i. Mariene[9] Brigance. She married Pearson Riggs. ii. Bill Brigance. He married Anita Scott. iii. Charles Brigance. 572. Charles Nicholas[8] Welch (Felbert Lee, 268). Born, 25 Nov 1905, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, 1 Jun 1995, in Jackson, Madison Co., TN. Burial in City Cem., Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1963, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Teacher. He married Bertha Gathings, daughter of Joseph Calvin Gathings and Leora Currin. Born, 1911. Died, 1972. Burial in City Cem., Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1952, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Children: RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 259 EIGHTH GENERATION i. Jack[9] Welch. Resided: 1995, in Nashville, Davidson Co., TN. ii. Linda Welch. Resided: 1995, in Jackson, Madison Co., TN. 573. Lucy Adeline[8] Welch (Felbert Lee, 268). Born, 18 Oct 1908, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, 19 Jun 1978. Resided: 1963, in Reagan, Henderson Co., TN. She married Voyd Haggard, son of Samuel Washington Haggard and Eliza Jane (Lizzie) Pratt, 22 Sep 1928, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 27 Sep 1907. Children: i. Gorden R.[9] Haggard. Born, 25 Jul 1929. Died, 6 Jan 1930. Burial in Smith Chapel, Henderson Co., TN. ii. Bobbie Jean (Jeannie) Haggard. Born, 17 Sep 1936, in Decatur Co., TN. She married Doris Perry. iii. James Coy Haggard. Born, 6 Nov 1939. He married Edda Coffman. iv. Patricia Ann/Nancy Haggard. Born, 7 Jan 1941. She married Pete Shutt. v. Voidean (Dean) Haggard. She married Swain Howell. vi. Francis Diana (Diane) Haggard. Born, 13 Oct 1948. She married John Rhyn. 574. Edith Lee[8] Welch (Felbert Lee, 268). Born, 4 Jun 1911, in Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1963, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1995, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. She married Leonice Alfred Bartholomew, 21 Jul 1928, in Henderson Co., TN. Born, 2 Jun 1908. Children: 959 i. Thomas Lenoice[9] Bartholomew. ii. Betty Joyce Bartholomew. Born, 28 Dec 1933. She married Alfred Wilson. iii. Jerry Lynn Bartholomew. Born, 16 May 1936. He married Marilyn Houston. iv. Joe Welch Bartholomew. Born, 13 Aug 1938. He married Sue Autry. 575. Fielding R.[8] Lacy (Harvey C., 296). Born, 19 Dec 1895. Died, 6 May 1949. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. He married Gladys Orean Lafferty, 8 Jun 1919, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 9 Aug 1900, in Perry Co., TN. Died, 31 Oct 1969. Burial in Oak Ridge, Anderson Co., TN. Children: i. Ida Lee[9] Lacy. Born, 2 Sep 1921. Died, 9 Oct 1924. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. ii. Infant Daughter Lacy. Born, 2 Sep 1921. Died, 2 Sep 1921. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. iii. Gordon Lacy. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 260 EIGHTH GENERATION 576. P. Will (Willie)[8] Lacy (Harvey C., 296). Born, 25 Feb 1898. Died, 2 Sep 1982, in Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1961, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Farmer. Associated with Mary Jewell Pearcy (401). Children: i. W. L.[9] Pearcy. Born, 26 Mar 1917. Died, 12 Dec 1981. Burial in Methodist Cem., Scotts Hill, Henderson Co., TN. He married Ella Culp, daughter of Willie C. Culp and Amanda Caroline (Mandie) Butler. He married Mary S. Myracle, daughter of Jesse Alexander Myracle and Mary Effie Wilson, 23 Nov 1940, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 1 Dec 1921. Resided: 1982, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. 577. Arbie[8] Griffin. Born, 1884. She married William H. (Bill) White (497). 578. Jess Cleveland[8] Griffin. Born, 11 Feb 1888. Died, 10 May 1973, in Jackson, Madison Co., TN. Burial in Trinity Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Farmer. Jess Griffin was a member of Trinity Assembly of God. He originally was buried at Campground but was moved later to the cemetery at Trinity. He married Frances Paralee (Fannie) Tillman, daughter of Thomas Elihu (Hugh) Tillman and Sarah Louisa (Sally) Young, 24 Dec 1916, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 6 Mar 1896. Died, Mar 1980. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. fannie (Tillman) Griffin was a charter member of Trinity Assembly of God. Children: 960 i. Maureen[9] Griffin. 961 ii. Hugh Lafayette Griffin. 962 iii. Melba Lou Griffin. 579. Shellie G./George S.[8] Welch (Henry C., 272). Born, 1898. Died, 1954. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. He married an unknown woman. Children: i. Frances W.[9] Welch. Born, 6 Dec 1933. She married Johnny D. Daw, 2 Apr 1966. 580. Lewis Justice[8] Welch (Henry C., 272). Born, 29 Sep 1911, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, 29 Mar 1986, in Jackson, Madison Co., TN. Burial in Campground RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 261 EIGHTH GENERATION Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1986, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Farmer/Factory. He married Mary Winona Houston (909), 8 Jan 1938, in Decatur Co., TN. Children: 963 i. Helen Fay[9] Welch. 964 ii. Bobbie Mae Welch. 965 iii. Tommie Welch. 581. Nora[8] Welch (Henry C., 272). Born, 1 May 1917. Resided: 1966, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1986, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. She married Jacob Forrest Yarbro, son of Grover Yarbro and Ethel Mae Hutson. Born, 12 Sep 1919. Died, 20 Feb 1966, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Electrician. Children: 966 i. Michael H.[9] Yarbro. ii. Martha K. Yarbro. 582. John T.[8] Welch (Henry C., 272). Born, 8 Sep 1923. Resided: 1986, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. He married, first, Margaret Pauline Montgomery (1015), circa 1945. Divorce, circa 1956. Children: i. Amelia Fanchon[10] Welch. Born, 20 Dec 1946. She married Hersh Wierzbicki. He married, second, Argie Rhea Phillips, daughter of Isaac (Ike) W. Phillips and Myrtle H. Montgomery, 2 Jul 1959, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 29 Sep 1928. Died, 20 Aug 1989. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. 583. John Noland[8] Wright. Born, 13 Aug 1870. Died, 1957. Burial in Brigance Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1950, in Jackson, Madison Co., TN. He married Arby Z. Brawley, 12 Feb 1890, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 1869. Died, 1937. Burial in Brigance Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Children: i. Uda[9] Wright. Born, 22 May 1891. ii. Oeda Wright. Born, 3 Sep 1893. iii. Fount Wright. Born, 14 Aug 1895. iv. Lessie Wright. Born, 12 Apr 1898. She married Howard White. License, 25 Oct 1916, in Decatur Co., TN. 584. Addie May[8] Wright. Born, 19 Dec 1872. Died, 8 Aug 1964. Burial in Brigance Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. Resided: RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 262 EIGHTH GENERATION 1950, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. She married Henry Wilson Jones, son of Carroll V. Jones, 14 Feb 1894, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 24 Sep 1870. Died, 1 Mar 1942. Burial in Brigance Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Children: i. William Carrell[9] Jones. Born, 15 Jan 1895. Died, 13 Jan 1925. Burial in Brigance Cem., Decatur Co., TN. ii. Oscar Nolon Jones. Born, 9 Oct 1896. Died, 1 Dec 1918. Burial in Brigance Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Oscar N. Jones died while with the U.S. Army in France. 967 iii. Hulon Wilson Jones. iv. Locie Jones. Born, 1902. Died, 1972. Burial in Brigance Cem., Decatur Co., TN. He married Vera Morgan. v. Thomas Leslie Jones. Born, 22 Aug 1904. Died, 3 Aug 1905. Burial in Brigance Cem., Decatur Co., TN. 968 vi. Henry Luther Jones. vii. Mattie Mae Jones. Born, 28 Mar 1908. Died, 1987. Burial in Brigance Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1982, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. She married Louis Lee West, son of Robert L. West and Ida Mathen. viii. Infant Daughter Jones. Born, 13 Jan 1912. Died, 14 Jan 1912. Burial in Brigance Cem., Decatur Co., TN. 969 ix. Ruby V. Jones. 585. William Thomas[8] Wright. Born, 10 Sep 1874. Died, 2 Oct 1950, in Concord Com., Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Brigance Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Farmer. He married Minnie A. Davis (455), 23 Aug 1896, in Decatur Co., TN. Children: 829 i. Beulah M.[9] Wright. ii. Julie Wright. Born, 11 Jul 1902. Died, 24 Jan 1986. Burial in Brigance Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1950, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1979, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. She married Clinton Erskin Funderburk, son of James S. Funderburk and Eliza J. Lafferty, 1 Jan 1928, in Decatur Co., TN. Julie Wright had no children. iii. Lettie P. Wright. Born, 29 Sep 1904. Resided: 1950, in Portageville, New Madrid Co., MO. Resided: 1992, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. She married, first, Ruel Ward, son of George Wesley Ward and Sarah (Sallie) Alice Myracle, 23 Dec 1928, in Decatur Co., TN. She married, second, John P. Cole. iv. Phelia Green Wright. Born, 26 Jan 1907. Died, 8 Sep 1992, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1950, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Farmer. He married Mary Lacy, 14 Dec 1941. Phelia Wright was a World War II veteran and a member of Concord Methodist Church. He had no children. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 263 EIGHTH GENERATION v. Opal Wright. Born, 4 Oct 1911. Resided: 1950, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1992, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. She married W. Festus Brigance, 25 Dec 1936, in Decatur Co., TN. Opal Wright had no children. vi. Willis Bradley (Willie) Wright. Born, 22 May 1914. Resided: 1950, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1992, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. He married Zelma Lancaster, daughter of Vester Arthur Lancaster and Callie Montgomery, 24 Aug 1940. Willis Wright had no children. 830 vii. Nina Sue Wright. 586. James Albert[8] Bright. Born, 29 Mar 1873. Died, 17 Nov 1923. Burial in Union Church, Henderson Co., TN. He married, first, Susan Wallace, 6 Sep 1896, in Henderson Co., TN. He married, second, Lillian Lacy (456), 8 Jan 1899, in Decatur Co., TN. Children: i. Alma[9] Bright. She married A. O. Dowdy. ii. Howard Bright. He married Louise Brigance. He married, third, Leonia. Born, 7 Jun 1893. Died, 11 Jul 1922. Burial in Union Church, Henderson Co., TN. Children: iii. James A. Bright. Born, 7 Jul 1922. Died, 7 Jul 1922. Burial in Union Church, Henderson Co., TN. 587. Arbie Ann[8] Bright. Born, 19 Dec 1874. Died, 2 Feb 1920. Burial in Brigance Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1920, in Madison Co., TN. She married George Walter Brasher (319). 588. John Milton[8] Bright. Born, 1 Oct 1876. Died, 28 Apr 1960, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN. Burial in Methodist Cem., Scotts Hill, Henderson Co., TN. Occupation: Farmer. He married Ollie Ann Davidson, daughter of Cicero Hamilton (Jodie) Davidson and Ella Smith, 24 Nov 1901, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 17 Aug 1881. Died, 19 Mar 1958. Burial in Methodist Cem., Scotts Hill, Henderson Co., TN. Children: i. Ruby[9] Bright. Born, 1902. Resided: 1958, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN. She married H. Velus McKenzie, 30 Oct 1918, in Henderson Co., TN. 970 ii. Herman Ruel Bright. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 264 EIGHTH GENERATION iii. Joe W. Bright. Born, 1910. Died, 1930. Burial in Methodist Cem., Scotts Hill, Henderson Co., TN. iv. Oeda Faye Bright. Born, 25 Aug 1913. Resided: 1958, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1996, in Scotts Hill, TN. She married James Clayton Dunavant, son of Marshal Walter (Walt) Dunavant and Lula Harrington. 971 v. Harry Weldon Bright. vi. C. H. Bright. Born, 1924. Resided: 1958, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN. Resided: 1996, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN. He married Nancy Robinson. vii. Lenois Milton (Buddy) Bright. Born, 1927. Resided: 1958, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN. He married Shirley Clifton. 589. George W.[8] Bright. Born, 28 Apr 1880. Died, Feb 1954. Burial in Mt. Zion Cem., Decatur Co., TN. He married Clara E. Lemmons, daughter of Thomas P. Lemmons and Ada Bell Hobbs, 12 Dec 1909, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 1893. Died, 1978. Burial in Mt. Zion Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1964, in Bonham, Fannin Co., TX. Children: i. Edward[9] Bright. Born, 8 Mar 1925. Died, 8 Oct 1925. Burial in Mt. Zion Cem., Decatur Co., TN. 590. James Thomas[8] Brigance (Pleasant H., 276). Born, 5 Feb 1884, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, 25 Sep 1975, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Gardner Cem., Decatur Co., TN. He married Emily Eliza Maners, 23 Dec 1906, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 1884. Died, 30 May 1973. Burial in Gardner Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Children: i. Gertie O.[9] Brigance. Born, 15 Sep 1907. Died, 3 Feb 1908. Burial in Gardner Cem., Decatur Co., TN. ii. Rual A. Brigance. Born, 1908. Died, 1994. Burial in Pleasant Hill C., Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1975, in Bath Springs, Decatur Co., TN. He married Dorothy May Kelley, 23 Dec 1934, in Decatur Co., TN. iii. Avis Brigance. Born, 1913. Died, 1975. Burial in Garnder Cem., Decatur Co., TN. She married Haywood Cordle, 16 Apr 1938, in Decatur Co., TN. 972 iv. Bob A. Brigance. v. Unknown Daughter Brigance. Resided: 1975, in Sardis, Henderson Co., TN. She married Oral Austin. vi. Unknown Daughter Brigance. Resided: 1975, in Bath Springs, Decatur Co., TN. She married Gardner West. vii. Infant Son Brigance. Born, 1918. Died, 23 Apr 1918. Burial in Gardner Cem., Decatur Co., TN. 591. Andrew Jackson (Andy)[8] Brigance (Pleasant H., 276). Born, 13 Jan 1886, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, 1979. Burial in Pleasant Hill C., Decatur Co., TN. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 265 EIGHTH GENERATION Resided: 1975, in Bath Springs, Decatur Co., TN. He married Hester A. Keeton, 15 Aug 1909, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 1893. Children: 973 i. Earl[9] Brigance. ii. W. Festus Brigance. Born, 3 May 1912. He married Opal Wright, 25 Dec 1936, in Decatur Co., TN. iii. Grace Brigance. Born, 23 Dec 1914. Died, 1971. Burial in Pleasant Hill C., Decatur Co., TN. She married Brice Mitchell. iv. Grapel Brigance. Born, 13 Sep 1916. She married Mitchell West. v. Mable Brigance. Born, 2 Jul 1924. She married Grady Johnson. 974 vi. Neal Anderson Brigance. 592. Nora[8] Brigance (Pleasant H., 276). Born, 20 Dec 1887. Died, 11 Jan 1979. Burial in Brigance Cem., Decatur Co., TN (unmarked). She married William Carlie Wyatt (595). 593. Elbert P.[8] Brigance (Pleasant H., 276). Born, 6 Jun 1890, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, 18 Jan 1977. Burial in Gardner Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1975, in Nashville, Decatur Co., TN. He married Maude Maners, 12 Nov 1916, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 14 Aug 1901. Died, 19 Jul 1968. Burial in Gardner Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Children: i. Elbert E.[9] Brigance. Born, 17 Aug 1918. Died, 29 Sep 1919. Burial in Gardner Cem., Decatur Co., TN. 594. Allie[8] Brigance (Pleasant H., 276). Born, 6 Aug 1892. Died, 7 Jun 1978. Burial in Rushing Creek C., Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1969, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. She married Charles Churchwell, son of John W. Churchwell and Mary R. Derosett, 3 Dec 1915, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 22 Jan 1883. Died, 29 Oct 1970. Burial in Rushing Creek C., Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1969, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Children: i. Delmus[9] Churchwell. Born, 28 Nov 1916. Resided: 1969, in New Orleans, Jefferson Par., LA. ii. Louise Churchwell. Born, 26 Nov 1918. Died, 1943. Burial in Rushing Creek C., Decatur Co., TN. She married Unknown Goodman. iii. Irene Churchwell. Born, 24 Nov 1920. Resided: 1969, in New Orleans, Jefferson Par., LA. Resided: 1993, in New Orleans, Jefferson Par., LA. She married Unknown Burchette. 976 iv. Elbert P. Churchwell. v. Charles Churchwell. Born, 20 Oct 1926. Resided: 1969, in New Orleans, Jefferson Par., LA. Resided: 1993, in New Orleans, Jefferson Par., LA. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 266 EIGHTH GENERATION 977 vi. Allie Geneva Churchwell. 595. William Carlie[8] Wyatt. Born, 5 Nov 1884. Died, 1 May 1978, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Brigance Cem., Decatur Co., TN (unmarked). Resided: 1978, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Cattle/Trucking. He married Nora Brigance (592), 17 Dec 1910, in Decatur Co., TN. Children: 975 i. Clifford C.[9] Wyatt. ii. Edward Wyatt. Resided: 1978, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1990, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. iii. Lessie Wyatt. Resided: 1978, in Bath Springs, Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1990, in Bath Springs, Decatur Co., TN. She married Unknown Maners. iv. Verbie Wyatt. Resided: 1978, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1990, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. She married Taylor. 596. J. Troy[8] Wyatt. Born, 16 Mar 1885. Died, 16 Oct 1968. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. He married Lucy T. White. Born, 1 Oct 1885. Died, 7 Jul 1983. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Children: i. Lavena[9] Wyatt. Born, 1926. Died, 1926. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. 597. Maggie A.[8] Wyatt. Born, 1886. Died, 1960. Burial in Mt. Zion Cem., Decatur Co., TN. She married James Milton (Dunn) Rushing, 16 Apr 1905, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 30 Sep 1877. Died, 21 Dec 1967. Burial in Mt. Zion Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1967, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. James M. Rushing was the adopted son of William Franklin Rushing and Sarah Ann Powers. Children: i. Moddie Lunel[9] Rushing. Born, 1906, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, 1984, in El Cajon, San Diego Co., CA. Burial in Parsons Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Resided: circa 1980, in California. Census: 1910, in Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Teacher. She married Gray Evans, 28 Apr 1929. An obituary for her does not list any surviving children. 978 ii. Harmon Jackson (Jack) Rushing. 598. Verba Caroline[8] Wyatt. Born, 1890. Died, 25 Jan 1977. Burial in Brigance Cem., Decatur Co., TN. RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 267 EIGHTH GENERATION She married James Benson West, 17 Dec 1911, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 1874. Died, 1955. Burial in Brigance Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Farmer. Children: i. Gardner[9] West. Resided: 1955, in Birmingham, Jefferson Co., AL. He married Unknown Daughter Brigance. ii. J. B. West. Resided: 1955, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN. iii. John W. West. Resided: 1955, in State College, MS. 599. Artie L.[8] Wyatt. Born, 1898. Died, 2 Dec 1995, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Concord Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1978, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1995, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. She married George Ernest White (496). 600. Arbie[8] Harrell (Thomas W., 278). Born, 20 Dec 1880. Died, 23 Jan 1956. Burial in Liberty Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1956, in Scotts Hill, TN. She married John Walter Mitchell, son of Thomas H. Mitchell and Cynthia Jane Smith, 15 Sep 1899, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 19 Jun 1871. Died, 4 Jul 1936. Burial in Liberty Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Henderson Co., TN. Children: 979 i. Gladys[9] Mitchell. 980 ii. Harry N. Mitchell. 981 iii. Tom R. Mitchell. iv. Lilbern J. Mitchell. Born, circa 1907. Census: 1910, in Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1856, in Bath Springs, Decatur Co., TN. He married Vera Bailey. 982 v. Gordon S. Mitchell. vi. Brice Mitchell. Born, 1909. Died, 1985. Birth(2): circa 1910. Burial in Pleasant Hill C., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1920, in Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1956, in Bath Springs, Decatur Co., TN. He married Grace Brigance. Brice Mitchell may be the unnamed infant son in the 1910 census. 983 vii. James Harrell Mitchell. viii. Avis Marie Mitchell. Born, 23 Mar 1914. Died, 18 Jun 1915. Burial in Prospect Cem., Henderson Co., TN. ix. Walter Clyde Mitchell. Born, 18 Feb 1916. Died, 12 May 1969. Burial in Liberty Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1920, in Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1956, in Norfolk, VA. He married Josephine Haney Roberts. A military marker used as a footstone on his grave notes "Tennessee End1 US Navy." x. John Clifford Mitchell. Born, 18 Feb 1916. Died, 8 Aug 1982. Burial in Liberty Cem., Decatur Co., TN. A military marker used as a footstone on his grave notes "Tennessee E7 US Navy." xi. Ernest Mitchell. Born, circa 1919. Census: 1920, in Decatur Co., RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 268 EIGHTH GENERATION TN. Resided: 1956, in Hohenwald, Lewis Co., TN. Resided: 1997, in Sardis, Henderson Co., TN. He married R. T. McCollum. xii. Kenneth Mitchell. Resided: 1956, in Scotts Hill, TN. Resided: 1997, in Scotts Hill, TN. He married Nina Rhea Jones, daughter of Charles Logan (Charlie) Jones and Betty James. 601. Mallie Jane[8] Lacy (Isaac Thomas, 281). Born, 11 Sep 1883. Died, 12 Dec 1968. Census: 1910, in Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1932, in Largo, Decatur Co., TN. She married George Oliver Brasher, son of John E. (Elder) Brasher and Sarah Ellen Fanning, 10 Feb 1907, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 6 Dec 1880. Died, 26 Dec 1958, in Largo Com., Decatur Co., TN. Burial in City Cem., Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1910, in Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Blacksmith. Children: 984 i. Annie Pearl[9] Brasher. 985 ii. Ollie Mae Brasher. 602. Annie T.[8] Lacy (Isaac Thomas, 281). Born, 1887. Died, 1959. Burial in City Cem., Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. She married William Elbert (Eb) Houston (528). 603. Bertha (Bertie)[8] White. Born, Dec 1885. Died, 1973. Burial in Mt. Tabor Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. She married S. V./Vester S. (Silvester) Graves, son of George Washington Graves and Mary Catherine Graham, 23 Dec 1906, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 1880. Died, 1925. Burial in Mt. Tabor Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. Children: i. Willie[9] Graves. 604. William Edgar (Edd)[8] White. Born, 2 Apr 1893, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, 10 Mar 1952, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Burial in City Cem., Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. A military marker used as a footstone on his grave notes "Tennessee Pvt 26 Machine Gun Bn World War I." He married Callie Lee Veal (325), 17 Dec 1918, in Decatur Co., TN. Children: i. Bonnye[9] White. Born, 12 Nov 1921. She married Joe E. Allen, 1945. 605. Zella E.[8] Fisher. Born, 11 Feb 1890. Died, 1970. Burial in Mt. Lebanon RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 269 EIGHTH GENERATION Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1956, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. She married William M. Fisher, son of John H. Fisher and Missouri Fisher, 10 Oct 1916, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 4 Apr 1868. Died, 4 Nov 1956. Burial in Mt. Lebanon Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Farmer/Teacher. William M. Fisher was a member of Mt. Lebanon Methodist Church. Children: i. Dora Alice[9] Fisher. Born, 22 Aug 1921. Died, 6 Jul 1929. Burial in Mt. Lebanon Cem., Decatur Co., TN. 606. Viola Tennessee[8] Fisher. Born, 19 Feb 1893. Died, 1978. Burial in Mt. Lebanon Cem., Decatur Co., TN. She married Edgar W. Yarbro, son of Charles E. B. (Charlie) Yarbro and Mary E. Benthal. Born, 22 Sep 1884. Died, 14 Dec 1965. Burial in Mt. Leban Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. Children: i. John Wesley[9] Yarbro. Born, 7 Jun 1923. Resided: circa 1972, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1995, in Decaturveile, Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Barber. John Wesley Yarbro never married. He operated a barber shop in Decaturville for many years. 986 ii. Dora Elizabeth Yarbro. 607. John Alva[8] Fisher. Born, 19 Mar 1897, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, 23 Sep 1982, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Mt. Lebanon Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Farmer/Cafe. He married Jessie Pearl Ivey, daughter of Amon Jackson Ivey and Manda Ora Ivey. Born, 16 Mar 1903, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, 9 Jul 1983, in Atlanta, Fulton Co., GA. Burial in Mt. Lebanon Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1920, in Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Factory. Jessie (Ivey) Fisher was a member of Mt. Lebanon Methodist Curch. She died of a heart attack. Children: i. Neva Sue[9] Fisher. Born, 14 Dec 1926. Died, 26 Nov 1938, in Nashville, Davidson Co., TN. Burial in Mt. Lebanon Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Neva Sue Fisher died following a two-month illness. 987 ii. Wanda Lee Fisher. 608. Edna Pearl[8] Lacy (Jacob (Jack) Hiram, 289). Born, 1 Mar 1901. Died, 9 Oct 1994. Burial in Mt. lebanon Cem., Decatur Co., TN. She married Robert Cleveland Knight, son of Thomas Wesley (Tommy) Knight and Mary S. Broadway, 29 Apr 1923. Born, 7 Jul 1886, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, 9 Sep 1965, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Mt. Lebanon Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Resided: after 1944, in Pinson, Madison Co., TN. Resided: after 1954, RUSHING FAMILY (DECATUR AND HENDERSON COS., TN) 15 NOV 1997 270 EIGHTH GENERATION in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Farmer/Store. Robert Cleveland Knight ran a general store in Perryville and lived in the Utah community until TVA took his farm in 1944. He farmed in Pinson from 1944 until he retired in 1954, at which time he moved to the Bear Creek community near Parsons. Children: 988 i. Mary Christine[9] Knight. ii. Thomas A. Knight. Born, 23 Mar 1931. Died, 2 Oct 1937. Burial in Mt. Lebanon Cem., Decatur Co., TN. 989 iii. Robert C. Knight. 990 iv. Franklin (Frank) Knight. 991 v. Loraine Knight. 992 vi. Beuton Knight. 993 vii. Margaret Knight.