Randolph County Queries
January – March 1998
Diane Wolford March 29, 1998
I’m researching the descendents of John WOLFORD of Randolph County (1754 PA – 1820 WV). He served in the NJ Militia during Rev War, lived in Hampshire County, before settling in Randolph County. He married Elizabeth WOOLEVER and Mary SUMMERFIELD. His children are Jacob, Abraham, Anna, John, Jemima and Martin. Other connected surnames to this family are HAWK, WEESE, (Fatama and America Ann) SMITH, DAY, CARR, FLANAGAN, WALKER, BRIGHT, PURKEY, ROHRBAUGH, RAINS, COOPER, HARMAN, WIMER-WEIMER, and TETER. I’m more than happy to trade information and gedcoms on any of these names. (Diane Wolford)Bruce T. Fallon March 29, 1998
FALLON/RHINEHART/KEPPEL
I am looking for the following individuals that have family that lived in Elkins.Paul FALLON (born in Elkins 5 May 1912) mother: Ann or Annie FALLON grandparents (who raised and possibly adopted him): John FALLON and Katherine CAUGHLIN
Clarence RHINEHART (married in Elkins 18 Sep 1916) spouse: Ada M. RAYBURN (b. in Randolph Co., 18 May 1895) parents: Edward J. RHINEHART & Mary KEPPEL
Ada M. Rayburn’s parents: Benjamin Newton RAYBURN & Leonora CURTIS
I have tried to get adoption information for Paul (my paternal grandfather), but have never gotten a response from the Randoph County Courthouse. Do you know what the procedures are for this? Any help would be appreciated.
Sincerely, Bruce T. Fallon B.Fallon@m.cc.utah.edu or futurearchitect@juno.com
Marty Burns March 22, 1998
PARKISON/PARKINSON
Looking for any reference to PARKISON or PARKINSON name in Randolph County, may have been in 1860 Census. Thanks! Marty BurnsCaroline LylesMarch 21, 1998
COBERLY
Looking for information on the descendants of James Stell COBERLY, born 1723, died 1800, married to Mary ?. Primarily interested in their son Isaac COBERLY, b. before 1773, died about 1829, married to Rebecca Bennett. Also, Isaac and Rebecca’s daughter, Mary COBERLY, born about 1800, married to William Vandevander about 1820. Any info appreciated, thank you. Caroline Lyles CBLyles@aol.comKevin Williams March 19, 1998
RADAR/SHANNON
I am interested in finding information about Elizabeth SHANNON b 1844, m Cladius G RADER b. 1843 children Williams Glen Rader 1878-1937, Huff Rader b. 1873, Ewell Rader b. 1875, Lena Rader b. 1876, and Ada Rader In 1880 censue birth of Elizabeth SHANNON’s father listed as IR(ireland I assume) Any Information would be appreciated. Kevin Williams khwilliams@citynet.netKevin Williams March 19, 1998
HORNBECK/CUTRIGHT
I am looking for information on Harriet HORNBECK b 1850 d 1919, m Perry CUTRIGHT b 1840, d 1910, the only dau I have is Deborah CUTRIGHT b 08-26-1885 Any infomation would be appreciated Kevin Williams khwilliams@citynet.netKevin Williams March 19, 1998
STRADER/CUTRIGHT
I am looking for information on Rachel STRADER b 1823, m David CUTRIGHT, b 1818 d 188? Looking for parents names, or any information. Thanks Kevin Williams khwilliams@citynet.netDebra Hyre March 16, 1998
HYRE/STALNAKER
Seeking information on Abraham HYRE bn 1799 married to Catherine Virginia STALNAKER bn 1803, daughter of Isaac C. STALNAKER, married in Randolph County in 1825. They lived in the Green District of Randolph County and as far as I know, they had two children, James Sampson HYRE and Virginia A. HYRE. Seeking parentage of Abraham. Willing to share what information I already have with interested cousins. Thanks! Debra Hyre dhyre@hurricane.netJohn J. Motes March 16, 1998
WAMSLEY/MOATS
I’m looking for any info on John WAMSLEY and his wife Barbara Elizabeth MOATS who moved to the Randolph County area between 1790-1820. Please contact me at the email address above. THANKS! John J. MotesJohn Tucker March 13, 1998
SMITH
I’m looking for any information on Richard & Mary SMITH. They had a son named Richard, and daughters named Hazel, Mary Dell, and Hilda. They lived in the area of Czar. Thank You. John Tucker, kytrader@kih.netJohn Tucker March 11, 1998
JOHNSTON/LOUDIN
Looking for information on Oliver JOHNSTON of Randolph co, W.Va. His wife was Rose LOUDIN. Would be greatful for any information, and would be glad to share whay we already have.John Tucker March 11, 1998
BUCHANAN/GEAR
Looking for information on Woodford BUCHANAN of Randolph co, W.Va. His wife was Carrie GEAR. Hope someone can help.Steve Arthur March 7, 1998
ARTHUR
Looking for William Arthur’s ancestors. William is supposedly listed on the Randolph county census in 1810 with 5 in his family. William married Mary Friend in 1802 (they were married in Clarksburg). There were other Arthur’s in Randolph County at the time… John, Josiah, Benjamin… but I don’t know the relationship to William. Any help would be appreciated. Steve Arthur, Shepherdstown, WVCara Plumb Miller February 27, 1998
RUCKER, SAMUEL: I’m searching for information on the death of my gggrandfather SAMUEL RUCKER in the mid 1800’s, in Randolph or possibly Barbour Co., WV. He is said to have died of measles. His spouses name was Mary M. Rucker. Any information would be greatly appreciated. Thanks, Cara Plumb MillerRuth Loudin Steach February 22, 1998
LOUDIN, HICKS, HARTLEY, KING
I have connections to LOUDIN, HICKS, HARTLEY, KING families in WV. Grandfather Nicholas Loudin m Amanda Hicks of Falls Mills lived at Czar WV. Old home site now completely grown over. Stephen Hartley m Victoria King. Both families in Jackson Co. area. Have traced all back. Would like to “talk” with anyone with connections.Robert Fitzwater February 20, 1998
BRADY
Looking for information on GRANVILLE BRADY ,Rich Mountain area, Randolph County. Married Mary Rowe(Row) of Barbour Co. apx. 1890. Also researching Rowe(Row), Howell, Vance, Fitzwater, Hindbaugh(Hindball), Poling and Trembley(Trembly) all in -Randolph, Barbour, Tucker, Upshur, Pendleton area. Robert Fitzwater pendar@pacbell.netSusan Olson February 14, 1998
OWENS/WILMOTH/HICKS
Looking for Owens AND Wilmoth AND Hicks surnames? Me too!! solson@igg-tx.net Susan OlsonRex A. Crouch February 7, 1998
CROUCH
Seeking information on a CROUCH believed to have lived in Randolph Co. in the late 1700s very early 1800s. This Crouch had at least one son, believed to have been named Jonathan who may have been born in Randolph Co very late 1700s maybe very early 1800s. Crouchs’ moved to KY. Jonathan’s son was named Ralley B. Crouch. Ralley B. Crouch married Hannah (STATON) and lived in Bath Co. KY and had two sons, Jonathan b. 1889 and Curthbert b. ? Jonathan married Eva (DANIEL?) Jonathan and Eva had one son John Ramsey befor Jonathan was killed about 1900. Elizabeth remarried to a Mr. BROWN in Bath Co. KY and they had one son, Robert Brown, John Ramsey Crouch’s half brother. John Ramsey married Elizabeth Nettie (SHEPHERD) in Bath Co. KY Elizabeth, d/o Adam Shepherd of Key West, FL. John Ramsey and Elizabeth had seven children, 4 boys, 3 girls, most still living.JoAnn CANTRELL February 7, 1998
BRINGHAM
Need information on Samuel BRINGHAM family who resided in Randolph co. around 1810.Gary L. White January 28, 1998
WHITE
Looking for info on Thomas White who was married to Abigail , He had sons Thomas, David and William; David may have been a stepson! His will was made in 1803 and left the everything to his family. I have most of the info, but would like to find where he came from and when he was born Thanks, Gary L. WhiteMark R. Gideon January 11, 1998
PRITT/CRAWFORD
Looking for information on Jefferson PRITT, born 1875 in Randolph County, married December 24, 1903 Leah CRAWFORD and died 1940 in Parsons, West Virginia. Any information on the PRITT family would be appreciated. Mark R. Gideon mgideon@compuserve.comDale Long January 11, 1998
LONG
Looking for Andrew Jackson LONG b. around 1900 or so…. also looking for an Ed LONG. I believe he may have been sheriff or a police officer in Elkins around 1900 or so. ThanksSandra Lear January 11, 1998
WAYBRIGHT
I am researching Kenneth Gene WAYBRIGHT born March 4, 1937, Elkins. His parents were Bricel & Dolly (Berl) WAYBRIGHT. An help would be appreciated. Thank you! Sandra LearGary L. Wyatt January 9, 1998
WYATT
Looking for information of Edmund WYATT living Pendleton Co. 1798, b ? 1770’s, Interested in his ancestors and where in Va they came from. If Edmund had any siblings, etc.Marigail Brackeen January 8, 1998
SWASICK/SWASACK
Margarett SWASICK/SWASACK WARD RIFFLE WINTERMOTE. I am mainly interested in the SWASICK/SWASACK part in WV. She is the “Mrs. WARD” mentioned in the history of Randolph Co. who was involved in the last VA Indian raid, the one that Frank RIFFLE was killed in. Thanks, Marigail Brackeen
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