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‘Prosperity’ #52Ancestors 2020 Post 8
Posted by Caroll in 52 Ancestors, Genealogy Blog on March 1, 2020
One of the suggestions for this week is writing about an ancestor with a “prosperous” name like Wealthy or Fortune?
I noticed that there were three individuals with the surname “Rich” in my tree. Isabell Rich is the wife of John Franklin Woodburn, my 1st cousin five times removed. The couple were married in Montgomery, Tennessee. Isabell and her brother, Freling Hisen Rich, share the same wedding date, May 14, 1865. Freling married Sidney Ann Rogers. John Woodburn was the witness to Freling and Sidney’s marriage. Freling was John and Isabell’s witness.
Isabell Rich and John F Woodburn Marriage Record 1865
Isabell, born 1849 in Tennessee, was about 16 years of age at her marriage. It is possible the Isabell died within the first year of their marriage. As, John F. Woodburn remarried in February 1867 to Helena Brady, in Christian County, Kentucky.
A death record has not yet been found for Isabell Rich Woodburn.
Source Citation
John F Woodburn and Isabell Rich, 14 May 1865; Tennessee, Marriage Records, 1780-2002 database with images, Ancestry, (http://www.ancestry.com : accessed 1 March 2020)> Montgomery County, 1838-1874 > image 307 of 710.
52Ancestors in 52 Weeks 2020 – Post 6 – “Are My Parents Related”
Posted by Caroll in 52 Ancestors, Genealogy Blog, Uncategorized on February 10, 2020
This week’s prompt of the 52 Ancestors Challenge is, “Same Name.”
Both my maternal and paternal lines have the surname “White.” My direct maternal line descends from Elizabeth White, daughter of John White and Ann Garner. Elizabeth and her parents sailed on the Earl of Donegal to South Carolina in 1767. The ship sailed from Belfast, Ireland to Charleston, South Carolina. It has been alleged that the family may have been from Brougshane, County Antrim, Northern Ireland.
My third great grandfather on my father’s maternal line was John “Chauncey” White. With no confirmed documentation, he may have come from Mollington, Oxfordshire, England. Chauncy and his family are listed on the 1851 Canada West Census in Metcalfe Township, Middlesex County, Ontario. By 1860, the family resides in Sanilac County, Michigan. Two of his sons served in the Civil War. One son, Edward White, loses his life at Jonesboro, Georgia, on July 4, 1864.
Are they two White families connected? Before genome mapping, it would have been the tedious research of records to check if the families branches where intertwined. Today, GedMatch.com can quickly determine if your parents are related to each other. In a few seconds after entering my gedmatch kit number, I quickly learn my parents are not related.
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#52Ancestors 2020 Post Two – Color of Orange
Posted by Caroll in 52 Ancestors, Genealogy Blog on January 11, 2020
Recurring Color Theme
The 52 Ancestors in 52 Weeks is writing, blogging, researching, or whatever, the author chooses to share about their ancestors or themselves. This week’s prompt is, “Favorite Photo.” That is the same prompt given in January 2018. You can see my post here: Favorite Photo and Most Dreaded Photo. Since I did a prior post on favorite photo. I am using some of my photos that demonstrated how color has influenced my style.
It’s how the color orange has played a roll through out my life. Orange is not my favorite color. When I was younger, it was yellow. Today, the preference is cool colors, shades of blue and green. Looking at the items I own, orange is most apparent color. Why is this? Looking back, it started with my Grandmother Olive Roll Howes.
I spent my summers at the family cottage in Inverhuron Beach, Ontario. In the 1970’s, Olive planted poppy seeds or seedlings on the property. The plants survived the harsh winters of Lake Huron. Eventually growing wild everywhere. I looked forward to the annual trips to the cottage for Independence Day weekend in July. The poppies would be blooming if the spring was early and warm. The bursts of orange blooms could be found in the tree line, randomly in the middle of the yard, or along the deck.
Inverhuron Beach offers a great vantage point for beautiful sunsets along the Canadian side of Lake Huron. Many summers spent on the cottage shores have provided a plethora of gorgeous, breathing taking sunsets. Orange, and every shade of orange on the color wheel visible as the sun sets into the horizon. I can see myself now sitting on the rock at the beach waiting for the sun to set.
Looking back at my decorating style, I tended to select items from the color of orange. Vases painted with poppies, filled with artificial poppies of orange and red. I even painted a wall in my home, with a color called, Sunset Gold. My bedsheets are orange. The bed comforter has orange stripes and flowers. Even the throw rug has a dark and light shades of orange.
The last time the family was at the cottage was for my mother’s memorial service. She passed away in July 2003. The poppies were still blooming in late July. The cottage was sold a year later.
#52Ancestors: Week 21 – Revolutionary War Private, Michael Roll
Posted by Caroll in 52 Ancestors on June 6, 2015
This is week 21 of the 2015 #52 Ancestors in 52 Weeks Challenge where a group of u
s blog about a different ancestor for each week of the year. To learn more about the 52 Ancestor Challenge visit Amy Johnson’s site at Amy’s website.
Yes, I am two posts behind. This post is in remembrance of those who have served in military service. My fourth great grandfather, Michael Roll, served in the Revolutionary War, from 1776 to 1778. He started service at the age of 14 as a substitute for another person. He also served as a substitute for his father, John Roll at one time. Michael served a total of four times in a two year period.
Born in Pennsylvania, he served for Maryland Company’s. He marched to various forts, including Fort Pitt (Pittsburgh) Fredericktown, Missouri. He served in the Pack Service in his first term. He also served as an Indian Scout during the later of 1778. His
In his thirties, he married Christina Vaught. Together, they and their families moved to Hardin, KY. Eventually settling in Muhlenberg County.
The image below is Pension Statement certifying Michael’s service. His military records being lost by 1834, a sworn statement from friends and family had to be submitted. There are about 20 pages in his pension file describing his service and witness statements. He was eventually award $175.00 as his pension.
Source: S38340 Revolutionary War Pension and Bounty-Land Warrant Application Files (NARA microfilm publication M804, 2,670 rolls). Records of the Department of Veterans Affairs, Record Group 15. National Archives, Washington, D.C.
#52Ancestors: Week 16 – Pittman Family Longevity – Medical History Clues
Posted by Caroll in 52 Ancestors on April 19, 2015
This is week 16 of the 2015 #52 Ancestors in 52 Weeks Challenge where a group of us blog about a different ancestor for each week of the year. To learn more about the 52 Ancestor Challenge visit Amy Johnson’s site at Amy’s website.
This week’s theme inspiration from the 52 Ancestor Challenge is “Live Long” applies to ancestors who lived to 100. The only centenarian in the tree that I know of, is the mother-in-law of a great half uncle. Mildred Doty McGrath (1899-2006) lived to be 106 years old and sharp as tack. I do have several ancestors who did “live long“. In the 2014 Edition of the challenge, I wrote about my 2nd great grandfather, John Thomas Pittman, who lived to age 93.
Currently, there are two living family members who are in their early 90’s. One is a grandson of John Thomas Pittman. The other is on my Polish side. Each of these individuals knew my great grandparents. I have spoken to both to glean some stories from the past.
Pittman Longevity
John’s daughter, my great grandmother Mable Pittman, lived to the age of 83. My grandmother Olive, lived to be 86. Where there any other Pittman’s who lived into their late 80’s or 90’s?
Yes, two of John’s younger brothers. Brother, William S. Pittman (1878-1963) was octogenarian, passing away at age 85. Also a nonagenarian, was his brother James Alexander Pittman, lived to be 90. James was the only brother who never married.
John was married twice. Of the four children from the second marriage, his daughter Tena, lived to 84. Mable’s sister, Kit (Mary Katherine Pittman Jackson) lived to be 77. Two of her children lived into their early 80’s.
Pittman Family Longevity and Medical History
Am I going to get Alzheimer’s, some other health condition? Maybe, maybe not! Depends on all of the genetic DNA mix that created me, along with environmental agents and health lifestyles. I am acutely aware of the medical conditions in my maternal line. There is a pattern that occurs in John, Mable, Olive and her siblings, and my mother’s siblings. My health report from the DNA test I took at 23andMe, states there is a probability that I may get this or that. Nothing is conclusive.
I am anticipating that I will make to 85 years of age. That is the age I am using to make sure there is enough money the retirement nest egg. Spend less, save more is my motto. I buy life experiences that some of my family members don’t understand as they pile useless junk in the garage. Saving a little more now to use later is actually prudent for me. Plus, if/when the time comes for me to move into a nursing home, I hoped the savings will cover a great facility.
Now I just need to pick the right niece or nephew who will put me in a great place and not use the money to buy things.
After all, only time will tell.
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