Tangie Lynn Radford1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9,10

F, b. June 10, 1965, d. November 16, 2009
FatherDavid Radford1,11,3,6,12,13 b. January 28, 1945, d. July 25, 2024
MotherLindal Darnell Martin1,11,3,6,12 b. May 29, 1942, d. May 27, 1998
     Tangie Lynn Radford was buried at Williams Cemetery, on hillside at intersection of Rt. 860 & Rt. 680, Floyd Co., Virginia.6 Her Social Security Number was 223-06-3372.14 She was born on June 10, 1965 at Radford, Virginia.1,3,5,6,8,9,14 She married Tony Ray Vest, son of Thurman Ray Vest and Judy Carol Mallory, on September 30, 1983 at Floyd Co., Virginia.1,5 As of September 30, 1983,her married name was Vest. Tangie Lynn Radford and Tony Ray Vest were divorced on June 8, 1995 at Floyd Co., Virginia.7 As of June 26, 1995,her married name was Wirt.3 Tangie Lynn Radford married Steven Lewis Wirt, son of James Lloyd Wirt and Peggy Jacqueline Linkous, on June 26, 1995 at Floyd, Floyd Co., Virginia; This was Steven's third marriage.3 Tangie Lynn Radford and Steven Lewis Wirt were divorced on April 18, 2000 at Floyd Co., Virginia.4 Tangie Lynn Radford died on November 16, 2009 at Montgomery Co., Virginia, at age 44.6,8,14,10 She Tangie Lynn Radford, 44, of Floyd, Va., went to be home with the Lord on Monday, November 16, 2009. She was born on June 10, 1965. Ms. Radford is preceded in death by her mother, Lindal Radford. Surviving are her father, David Radford (Arlene); her daughter, Heather Rose Vest; her son, Aaron David Ray Vest; sisters, Lisa Radford and Pam Snead (Ross); her beloved grandchildren, Quinton, Markelle, and Rayshawn Vest; along with her devoted companion, Steve Beaver. There are numerous surviving nieces, nephews, aunts and uncles. Interment will follow in the Williams Cemetery. on November 19, 2009.6

Family 1

Tony Ray Vest
Marriage*She married Tony Ray Vest, son of Thurman Ray Vest and Judy Carol Mallory, on September 30, 1983 at Floyd Co., Virginia.1,5 
Divorce* Tangie Lynn Radford and Tony Ray Vest were divorced on June 8, 1995 at Floyd Co., Virginia.7 
Children
  • Heather Rose Vest15,5,6,12
  • Aaron David Ray Vest5,6,12

Family 2

Steven Lewis Wirt
Marriage*Tangie Lynn Radford married Steven Lewis Wirt, son of James Lloyd Wirt and Peggy Jacqueline Linkous, on June 26, 1995 at Floyd, Floyd Co., Virginia; This was Steven's third marriage.3 
Divorce* Tangie Lynn Radford and Steven Lewis Wirt were divorced on April 18, 2000 at Floyd Co., Virginia.4 

Citations

  1. [S10] Floyd Co., Virginia Court House, Book 7, Floyd Co., Virginia Marriage Records.
  2. [S1014] Clerk of Courts, Computerized Chancery Records of Floyd Co Virginia, Chancery Ref # F-2149.
  3. [S36] Clerk of Courts, Computerized Marriage Records of Floyd Co., Virginia, Ref # 95-46.
  4. [S1014] Clerk of Courts, Computerized Chancery Records of Floyd Co Virginia, Chancery Ref # CH00-38.
  5. [S349] Erma C. Sowers, A Report on the Descendants of Henry Iddings and Abigail Richardson.
  6. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the Tangie Lynn Radford obituary in the Nov 19, 2009 edition.
  7. [S5151] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, Divorce Records, 1918-2014.
  8. [S13307] Williams Cemetery, Floyd Co., VA, online www.findagrave.com.
  9. [S5152] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, U.S., Birth Records, 1912-2015, Delayed Birth Records, 1721-1920.
  10. [S5149] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, Death Records, 1912-2014.
  11. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the Lindal Martin Radford obituary in the May 29, 1998 edition.
  12. [S116] Floyd Press, From the Aaron Vest birthday announcement in the Aug 24, 1989 edition.
  13. [S7672] Mayberry Funeral Home, online http://maberryfuneralhome.blogspot.com, From the David Radford obituary.
  14. [S9] Unknown subject, unknown file number, SSDI, U.S. Social Security Administrations Death Master File.
  15. [S116] Floyd Press, From an article about the Floyd County High School graduates of 2002.

Mary Ann Crowder1

F, b. April, 1850, d. 1909
FatherGeorge Crowder2,3,1 b. circa 1827, d. circa 1863
MotherJane Elmore2,3,1 b. circa 1826
     Mary Ann Crowder was born in April, 1850 at Alleghany Co., Virginia.1,2 She married James Edward Crawford on May 11, 1871 at Craig Co., Virginia.1 As of May 11, 1871,her married name was Crawford. Mary Ann Crowder died in 1909 at Craig Co., Virginia.4

Census Records

1850Dwelling 212, District 1, Alleghany Co., Virginia2
1860Dwelling 403, Valley of Johns Creek, Craig Co., Virginia3
1880Dwelling 72, District 25, New Castle, Craig Co., Virginia5

Family

James Edward Crawford b. October, 1825, d. April 6, 1906
Marriage*Mary Ann Crowder married James Edward Crawford on May 11, 1871 at Craig Co., Virginia.1 
Children

Citations

  1. [S30] Ruth G. Hale, Craig County, Virginia Marriages 1851-1881.
  2. [S153] National Archives and Records Administration, 1850 United States Federal Census.
  3. [S301] National Archives and Records Administration, 1860 United States Federal Census.
  4. [S2539] James Trenor, online http://trees.ancestry.com/tree/60157/person/-1835811213
  5. [S109] National Archives and Records Administration, 1880 United States Federal Census.
  6. [S25] Richmond, VA Library of Virginia, Craig Co., Virginia, Birth Records, 1853-1896.
  7. [S5149] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, Death Records, 1912-2014.
  8. [S28] Ruth G. Hale, Craig County, Virginia Marriages 1882-1910.
  9. [S132] National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census.
  10. [S26] Ruth G. Hale, Craig County, Virginia Marriages 1911-1938.
  11. [S29] Richmond, VA Library of Virginia, Craig Co., Virginia, Death Records, 1853-1896.

Frank Alton Vest1,2,3,4,5,6

M, b. March 25, 1928, d. October 18, 2012
FatherJames Clarence Vest1,2,7,8,9,4,10 b. June 12, 1900, d. September 13, 1959
MotherNina Gay Burgess1,2,7,8,4,10 b. November 7, 1896, d. February 22, 1987
     Frank Alton Vest was buried at Topeco Church of the Brethren Cemetery, Rt. 221, Floyd, Floyd Co., Virginia.4 He was born on March 25, 1928 at Floyd Co., Virginia.1,2,6 He married Violet Christene Thomas on October 9, 1953 at Floyd, Floyd Co., Virginia.1,2,4,5 Frank Alton Vest died on October 18, 2012 at Virginia at age 84.4 He Frank Alton Vest, 84, of Floyd, passed away on Thursday, October 18, 2012. He is preceded in death by his father and mother, James Clarence and Nina Burgess Vest; and brothers, Marvin Harless Vest and Freddie Lee and wife, Shelby Vest. Alton is survived by his wife of 59 years, Christene Thomas Vest; sons, Marvin Darrell Vest (Glenna), Rick Alton Vest (Teresa), James Vernon Vest, and Timothy Clark Vest; grandchildren, Mandie Bishop (Travis), Justin Vest (Iris), Ricky Alton Vest Jr. (Meredith), Tony Vest, and Lance Vest; great-grandchildren, Charity Bishop, Addison Vest, Garrett Alton Vest, Ella Bishop; sisters, Ina Wood (Herbert), Lorine Huff (David), Claudine Haynes (Don); sister-in-law, Ruby Vest; and several special nieces and nephews. Alton was a long time member of Topeco Church of the Brethren. The family would like to thank Amedisys Hospice of Salem for their caring support over the past few months. A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. on Sunday, October 21, 2012, at Topeco Church of the Brethren, officiated by the Rev. Mike Varner, and grandson/Youth Pastor Ricky Vest Jr. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service. Interment will follow in the Topeco Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Amedisys Hospice of Salem, 1312 West Main Street, Salem, VA 24153. on October 20, 2012.4

Census Records

1930Dwelling 181, District 14, Christiansburg, Montgomery Co., Virginia7
1940Dwelling 364, District 61-15, Christiansburg, Montgomery Co., Virginia10

Occupation

1953Mechanic1

Family

Violet Christene Thomas b. June 22, 1933, d. July 11, 2018
Marriage*Frank Alton Vest married Violet Christene Thomas on October 9, 1953 at Floyd, Floyd Co., Virginia.1,2,4,5 
Children
  • Marvin Darrell Vest11,2,12,4,5
  • Ricky Alton Vest Sr.11,2,4,5
  • James Vernon Vest2,4,5
  • Timothy Clark Vest2,3,4,5

Citations

  1. [S13] Floyd Co., Virginia Court House, Book 6, Floyd Co., Virginia Marriage Records.
  2. [S349] Erma C. Sowers, A Report on the Descendants of Henry Iddings and Abigail Richardson.
  3. [S36] Clerk of Courts, Computerized Marriage Records of Floyd Co., Virginia, Ref # 95-40.
  4. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the Frank Alton Vest obituary in the Oct 20, 2012 edition.
  5. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the Christene T. Vest obituary in the Jul 14, 2018 edition.
  6. [S3706] 1926–1975, RG 147. The National Archives at Atlanta, Atlanta, Georgia Records of the Selective Service System, U.S. WWII Draft Cards Young Men, 1940-1947.
  7. [S118] National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census.
  8. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the Freddy L. Vest obituary in the Oct 27, 2007 edition.
  9. [S3196] Radford News Journal, From the James Clarence Vest obituary in the Sep 15, 1959 edition.
  10. [S3353] National Archives and Records Administration, 1940 United States Federal Census.
  11. [S10] Floyd Co., Virginia Court House, Book 7, Floyd Co., Virginia Marriage Records.
  12. [S116] Floyd Press, From the Garrett Alton Vest birth announcement in the Aug 14, 2010 edition.

Violet Christene Thomas1,2,3,4

F, b. June 22, 1933, d. July 11, 2018
     Violet Christene Thomas was buried at Topeco Church of the Brethren Cemetery, Rt. 221, Floyd, Floyd Co., Virginia.4 She was born on June 22, 1933 at Floyd Co., Virginia.1,2 She married Frank Alton Vest, son of James Clarence Vest and Nina Gay Burgess, on October 9, 1953 at Floyd, Floyd Co., Virginia.1,2,5,4 As of October 9, 1953,her married name was Vest. Violet Christene Thomas died on July 11, 2018 at Virginia at age 85.4 She Christene T. Vest, 85 of Floyd, Va., went home to be with the Lord Wednesday, July 11, 2018. She was preceded in death by her husband, Frank Alton Vest and sister, Marcella Whitlow. She was a life time member of Topeco Church of the Brethren. She is survived by her sons, Darrell Vest (Glenna), Ricky Vest (Teresa), James Vest, Timothy Vest; brother-in-law, Bill Whitlow; sisters-in-law, Ina Wood (Herbert), Claudine Haynes (Don), Lorine Huff (David); five grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews. Interment to follow in the Topeco Cemetery. on July 14, 2018.4

Family

Frank Alton Vest b. March 25, 1928, d. October 18, 2012
Marriage*She married Frank Alton Vest, son of James Clarence Vest and Nina Gay Burgess, on October 9, 1953 at Floyd, Floyd Co., Virginia.1,2,5,4 
Children
  • Marvin Darrell Vest6,2,7,5,4
  • Ricky Alton Vest Sr.6,2,5,4
  • James Vernon Vest2,5,4
  • Timothy Clark Vest2,3,5,4

Citations

  1. [S13] Floyd Co., Virginia Court House, Book 6, Floyd Co., Virginia Marriage Records.
  2. [S349] Erma C. Sowers, A Report on the Descendants of Henry Iddings and Abigail Richardson.
  3. [S36] Clerk of Courts, Computerized Marriage Records of Floyd Co., Virginia, Ref # 95-40.
  4. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the Christene T. Vest obituary in the Jul 14, 2018 edition.
  5. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the Frank Alton Vest obituary in the Oct 20, 2012 edition.
  6. [S10] Floyd Co., Virginia Court House, Book 7, Floyd Co., Virginia Marriage Records.
  7. [S116] Floyd Press, From the Garrett Alton Vest birth announcement in the Aug 14, 2010 edition.

Eliza Jane Crowder1,2,3,4

F, b. May 20, 1851, d. January 2, 1926
FatherGeorge Crowder1,2,5,3 b. circa 1827, d. circa 1863
MotherJane Elmore1,2,5,3 b. circa 1826
     Eliza Jane Crowder was buried at Cedar Hill Cemetery, 1521 South Carpenter Drive, Covington, Alleghany Co., Virginia.1,6 She was born on May 20, 1851 at Craig Co., Virginia.2,3 She married John Lewis Crowder, son of Abel Crowder and Caroline Drummond, on December 28, 1871 at Craig Co., Virginia; Marriage date may alos be Dec 27, 1871.2,1,3,4 Eliza Jane Crowder died on January 2, 1926 at Covington, Alleghany Co., Virginia, at age 74.1,3

Census Records

1860Dwelling 403, Valley of Johns Creek, Craig Co., Virginia7
1880Dwelling 307, District 2, Clifton Forge, Alleghany Co., Virginia8
1900Dwelling 417, District 4, Clifton Forge, Alleghany Co., Virginia9
1910Dwelling 93, District 4, Clifton Forge, Alleghany Co., Virginia10
1920Dwelling 383, District 4, Clifton Forge, Alleghany Co., Virginia11

Family

John Lewis Crowder b. October 10, 1848, d. October 2, 1923
Marriage*Eliza Jane Crowder married John Lewis Crowder, son of Abel Crowder and Caroline Drummond, on December 28, 1871 at Craig Co., Virginia; Marriage date may alos be Dec 27, 1871.2,1,3,4 
Children

Citations

  1. [S359] Patricia Crowder Yaw, First Crowders in America.
  2. [S30] Ruth G. Hale, Craig County, Virginia Marriages 1851-1881.
  3. [S5149] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, Death Records, 1912-2014.
  4. [S2415] Virginia Marriages, 1785-1940, online https://www.familysearch.org/search/collection/show#uri=http://hr-search-api:8080/searchapi/search/collection/1708698
  5. [S301] National Archives and Records Administration, 1860 United States Federal Census.
  6. [S3866] Cedar Hill Cemetery, Covington, VA, online http://www.findagrave.com
  7. [S153] National Archives and Records Administration, 1850 United States Federal Census.
  8. [S109] National Archives and Records Administration, 1880 United States Federal Census.
  9. [S132] National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census.
  10. [S205] National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census.
  11. [S119] National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census.
  12. [S921] Larry G. Shuck, Fayette Co. WV Marriages 1832-1853 and 1865-1903.
  13. [S11769] Unknown compiler, Virginia, U.S., Birth Registers, 1853-1911.
  14. [S12528] Covington Virginian, From the J. L. Crowder obituary in the Oct 3, 1923 edition.
  15. [S11575] Unknown compiler, Virginia, U.S., Marriage Registers, 1853-1935.
  16. [S12528] Covington Virginian, From the Georgia Anna Merritt obituary in the Sep 2, 1958 edition.

Sarah A. "Sally" Crowder1,2

F, b. April 30, 1857
FatherGeorge Crowder1,2 b. circa 1827, d. circa 1863
MotherJane Elmore1,2 b. circa 1826
     Sarah A. "Sally" Crowder I believe this marriage is for Sarah A. Crowder, daughter of George and Jane Elmore. On the marriage record her parents are listed as George and Eliza, but the marriage was held at the home of her brother Benton Crowder by F. C. C. Drewry. She was born on April 30, 1857 at Craig Co., Virginia.2 She married Strawder Hellems, son of John Hellems and Rebecca Unknown, on September 26, 1876 at Craig Co., Virginia.2 As of September 26, 1876,her married name was Hellems.

Census Records

1860Dwelling 403, Valley of Johns Creek, Craig Co., Virginia1
1870Dwelling 77, New Castle, Craig Co., VirginiaEnumerated in the household of her brother Benton3

Family

Strawder Hellems b. circa 1817, d. August 13, 1889
Marriage*Sarah A. "Sally" Crowder married Strawder Hellems, son of John Hellems and Rebecca Unknown, on September 26, 1876 at Craig Co., Virginia.2 

Citations

  1. [S301] National Archives and Records Administration, 1860 United States Federal Census.
  2. [S30] Ruth G. Hale, Craig County, Virginia Marriages 1851-1881.
  3. [S166] National Archives and Records Administration, 1870 United States Federal Census.

Joel Elmore Crowder1,2

M, b. October 7, 1858, d. January 10, 1943
FatherGeorge Crowder1,2,3 b. circa 1827, d. circa 1863
MotherJane Elmore1,2,3 b. circa 1826
     Joel Elmore Crowder was buried at Crowder Cemetery, New Castle, Craig Co., Virginia.4 He was born on October 7, 1858 at Craig Co., Virginia.4,1,5 He married Elmira Maria Crawford, daughter of Daniel Watson Crawford and Sarah S. Unknown, on April 25, 1883 at Craig Co., Virginia.2 Joel Elmore Crowder married Mattie R. "Martha" Beard, daughter of Anthony Beard and Martha Unknown, on January 1, 1910 at Craig Co., Virginia; Joseph E. Crowder is the name he used on his first marriage license.2 Joel Elmore Crowder and Mattie R. "Martha" Beard were divorced before September 13, 1913.1 Joel Elmore Crowder married Mary E. Morehead on September 13, 1913 at New Castle, Craig Co., Virginia.2 Joel Elmore Crowder married Marion Lillian Tripp, daughter of Francis Henry "Frank" Tripp and Louise Mae "Lena" Craft, on April 11, 1937 at New Castle, Craig Co., Virginia.1 Joel Elmore Crowder and Marion Lillian Tripp were divorced before April 26, 1940.6 Joel Elmore Crowder died on January 10, 1943 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 84.4

Census Records

1860Dwelling 403, Valley of Johns Creek, Craig Co., Virginia3
1900Dwelling 137, District 11, New Castle, Craig Co., Virginia5
1910Dwelling 209, District 73, Alleghany, Craig Co., Virginia7
1920Dwelling 148, District 82, New Castle, Craig Co., Virginia8
1930Dwelling 145, District 3, New Castle, Craig Co., Virginia9

Occupation

1900Day laborer5
1910Farmer7
1920Farmer8
1930Farm laborer9

Family 1

Elmira Maria Crawford b. January 16, 1854, d. November 18, 1908
Marriage*Joel Elmore Crowder married Elmira Maria Crawford, daughter of Daniel Watson Crawford and Sarah S. Unknown, on April 25, 1883 at Craig Co., Virginia.2 
Children

Family 2

Mattie R. "Martha" Beard b. circa 1849
Marriage*Joel Elmore Crowder married Mattie R. "Martha" Beard, daughter of Anthony Beard and Martha Unknown, on January 1, 1910 at Craig Co., Virginia; Joseph E. Crowder is the name he used on his first marriage license.2 
Divorce* Joel Elmore Crowder and Mattie R. "Martha" Beard were divorced before September 13, 1913.1 

Family 3

Mary E. Morehead b. 1863, d. December 14, 1936
Marriage*Joel Elmore Crowder married Mary E. Morehead on September 13, 1913 at New Castle, Craig Co., Virginia.2 

Family 4

Marion Lillian Tripp b. September 18, 1911, d. November 8, 1974
Marriage*Joel Elmore Crowder married Marion Lillian Tripp, daughter of Francis Henry "Frank" Tripp and Louise Mae "Lena" Craft, on April 11, 1937 at New Castle, Craig Co., Virginia.1 
Divorce* Joel Elmore Crowder and Marion Lillian Tripp were divorced before April 26, 1940.6 

Citations

  1. [S26] Ruth G. Hale, Craig County, Virginia Marriages 1911-1938.
  2. [S28] Ruth G. Hale, Craig County, Virginia Marriages 1882-1910.
  3. [S301] National Archives and Records Administration, 1860 United States Federal Census.
  4. [S367] Ruth G. Hale, Crowder Cemetery, Craig Co., VA.
  5. [S132] National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census.
  6. [S3353] National Archives and Records Administration, 1940 United States Federal Census.
  7. [S205] National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census.
  8. [S119] National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census.
  9. [S118] National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census.
  10. [S1964] Charlene Elmore Blassingham, "Elmores of New Castle, VA."
  11. [S5149] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, Death Records, 1912-2014.
  12. [S5152] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, U.S., Birth Records, 1912-2015, Delayed Birth Records, 1721-1920.

Sarah Jane Manning1,2

F, b. 1850, d. October 2, 1871
FatherClaiborne L. Manning1,2
MotherSarah "Sally" Huff1,2 b. circa 1816
     Sarah Jane Manning was born in 1850.2 She married Henry McNeil, son of Jacob McNeil Jr. and Elizabeth "Betty" Auldridge, on December 3, 1868 at Floyd Co., Virginia.1,2,3 As of December 3, 1868,her married name was McNeil. Sarah Jane Manning died on October 2, 1871 at Floyd Co., Virginia.2

Family

Henry McNeil b. May 22, 1845, d. May 23, 1924
Marriage*She married Henry McNeil, son of Jacob McNeil Jr. and Elizabeth "Betty" Auldridge, on December 3, 1868 at Floyd Co., Virginia.1,2,3 
Child

Citations

  1. [S16] Floyd Co., Virginia Court House, Book 3, Floyd Co., Virginia Marriage Records.
  2. [S911] Paul McNeil, "McNeil Genealogy."
  3. [S1859] Eleanor Stuart Mcneil Mullins and Maynard McNeil, "Some Descendants of Jacob Ireson McNeil."

Melissa Frances Swepston1

F, b. circa 1848
FatherGeorge Washington Swepston1
MotherMary Unknown1
     Melissa Frances Swepston was born circa 1848 at Pittsylvania Co., Virginia.1 She married Henry McNeil, son of Jacob McNeil Jr. and Elizabeth "Betty" Auldridge, on January 22, 1877 at Floyd Co., Virginia.1,2 As of January 22, 1877,her married name was McNeil.

Family

Henry McNeil b. May 22, 1845, d. May 23, 1924
Marriage*Melissa Frances Swepston married Henry McNeil, son of Jacob McNeil Jr. and Elizabeth "Betty" Auldridge, on January 22, 1877 at Floyd Co., Virginia.1,2 

Citations

  1. [S16] Floyd Co., Virginia Court House, Book 3, Floyd Co., Virginia Marriage Records.
  2. [S1859] Eleanor Stuart Mcneil Mullins and Maynard McNeil, "Some Descendants of Jacob Ireson McNeil."

Elmira Maria Crawford1

F, b. January 16, 1854, d. November 18, 1908
FatherDaniel Watson Crawford1
MotherSarah S. Unknown1
     Elmira Maria Crawford was buried at Crowder Cemetery, New Castle, Craig Co., Virginia.2 She was born on January 16, 1854 at Giles Co., Virginia.2,1 She married Joel Elmore Crowder, son of George Crowder and Jane Elmore, on April 25, 1883 at Craig Co., Virginia.1 As of April 25, 1883,her married name was Crowder. Elmira Maria Crawford died on November 18, 1908 at Virginia at age 54.2

Census Records

1900Dwelling 137, District 11, New Castle, Craig Co., Virginia3

Family

Joel Elmore Crowder b. October 7, 1858, d. January 10, 1943
Marriage*Elmira Maria Crawford married Joel Elmore Crowder, son of George Crowder and Jane Elmore, on April 25, 1883 at Craig Co., Virginia.1 
Children

Citations

  1. [S28] Ruth G. Hale, Craig County, Virginia Marriages 1882-1910.
  2. [S367] Ruth G. Hale, Crowder Cemetery, Craig Co., VA.
  3. [S132] National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census.
  4. [S1964] Charlene Elmore Blassingham, "Elmores of New Castle, VA."
  5. [S26] Ruth G. Hale, Craig County, Virginia Marriages 1911-1938.
  6. [S5149] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, Death Records, 1912-2014.
  7. [S5152] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, U.S., Birth Records, 1912-2015, Delayed Birth Records, 1721-1920.

Besheba Newbill

F, d. April 28, 1850
     Besheba Newbill married William Ferguson. Her married name was Ferguson. Besheba Newbill died on April 28, 1850 at Virginia.1

Family

William Ferguson
Marriage*She married William Ferguson
Child

Citations

  1. [S1514] Beverly Yeager, "Lipford Family in America."

Mary E. Morehead1,2

F, b. 1863, d. December 14, 1936
     Mary E. Morehead was buried at Crowder Cemetery, New Castle, Craig Co., Virginia.1 She was born in 1863 at Bedford Co., Virginia.1,2 She married Joel Elmore Crowder, son of George Crowder and Jane Elmore, on September 13, 1913 at New Castle, Craig Co., Virginia.3 As of September 13, 1913,her married name was Crowder. Mary E. Morehead died on December 14, 1936 at Staunton, Augusta Co., Virginia.4

Census Records

1920Dwelling 148, District 82, New Castle, Craig Co., Virginia5
1930Dwelling 145, District 3, New Castle, Craig Co., Virginia6

Family

Joel Elmore Crowder b. October 7, 1858, d. January 10, 1943
Marriage*Mary E. Morehead married Joel Elmore Crowder, son of George Crowder and Jane Elmore, on September 13, 1913 at New Castle, Craig Co., Virginia.3 

Citations

  1. [S367] Ruth G. Hale, Crowder Cemetery, Craig Co., VA.
  2. [S26] Ruth G. Hale, Craig County, Virginia Marriages 1911-1938.
  3. [S28] Ruth G. Hale, Craig County, Virginia Marriages 1882-1910.
  4. [S5149] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, Death Records, 1912-2014.
  5. [S119] National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census.
  6. [S118] National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census.

James Henry Craft1,2

M, b. September 22, 1844, d. May 26, 1900
FatherGeorge W. Craft3,4,1 b. October 22, 1820, d. February 27, 1891
MotherMartha "Patty" Elmore3,4,1 b. circa 1821, d. June 13, 1889
     James Henry Craft was buried at Waugh Cemetery, New Castle, Craig Co., Virginia; His tombstone reads "Co A 30th C.S.A."2 He was born on September 22, 1844 at Botetourt Co., Virginia.5,1,6 He married Elizabeth Ann "Bettie" Bryant, daughter of Peyton B. Bryant and Melvina Abbott, on April 4, 1870 at Craig Co., Virginia.1 James Henry Craft died on May 26, 1900 at Craig Co., Virginia, at age 55.2

Census Records

1850Dwelling 34, District 8, Botetourt Co. (now Craig Co.), Virginia3
1860Dwelling 394, Valley of Johns Creek, Craig Co., Virginia4
1880Dwelling 87, District 22, Alleghany, Craig Co., Virginia7

Occupation

1880Farmer7

Family

Elizabeth Ann "Bettie" Bryant b. 1851, d. 1912
Marriage*James Henry Craft married Elizabeth Ann "Bettie" Bryant, daughter of Peyton B. Bryant and Melvina Abbott, on April 4, 1870 at Craig Co., Virginia.1 
Children

Citations

  1. [S30] Ruth G. Hale, Craig County, Virginia Marriages 1851-1881.
  2. [S4443] Waugh Family Cemetery, Craig Co., VA, online http://www.findagrave.com
  3. [S153] National Archives and Records Administration, 1850 United States Federal Census.
  4. [S301] National Archives and Records Administration, 1860 United States Federal Census.
  5. [S366] And Margarette Tynan Rena Worthen Stephen Taylor, Cemeteries of Craig Co., Virginia.
  6. [S1320] Steve Taylor, "Descendants of George M. Craft."
  7. [S109] National Archives and Records Administration, 1880 United States Federal Census.
  8. [S28] Ruth G. Hale, Craig County, Virginia Marriages 1882-1910.
  9. [S25] Richmond, VA Library of Virginia, Craig Co., Virginia, Birth Records, 1853-1896.
  10. [S5149] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, Death Records, 1912-2014.
  11. [S11769] Unknown compiler, Virginia, U.S., Birth Registers, 1853-1911.
  12. [S132] National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census.
  13. [S1254] Ruth G. Hale, West View Cemetery, Craig Co., VA.

Benjamin Newton "Ben" Craft1,2,3

M, b. August 9, 1846, d. February 1, 1924
FatherGeorge W. Craft4,5,6,1 b. October 22, 1820, d. February 27, 1891
MotherMartha "Patty" Elmore4,5,6,1 b. circa 1821, d. June 13, 1889
     Benjamin Newton "Ben" Craft was buried at Drummond Family Cemetery, Route 617 at the foot of Nutter's Mountain, Craig Co., Virginia.3 He was born on August 9, 1846 at Botetourt Co., Virginia.1,3 He married Sarah Jane Drummond, daughter of Charles Thomas Drummond and Caroline Crawford, on December 17, 1879 at Craig Co., Virginia.1,3 Benjamin Newton "Ben" Craft died on February 1, 1924 at Clifton Forge, Alleghany Co., Virginia, at age 77.3

Census Records

1850Dwelling 34, District 8, Botetourt Co. (now Craig Co.), Virginia4
1860Dwelling 394, Valley of Johns Creek, Craig Co., Virginia5
1870Dwelling 22, New Castle, Craig Co., Virginia6
1880Dwelling 55, District 23, New Castle, Craig Co., Virginia7
1900Dwelling 105, District 11, New Castle, Craig Co., Virginia8
1910Dwelling 88, District 75, New Castle, Craig Co., Virginia2
1920Dwelling 104, District 81, New Castle, Craig Co., VirginiaEnumerated in the household of his son Otis9

Occupation

1870Farm laborer6
1880Farm laborer7
1900Farmer8
1910Stable manager2

Family

Sarah Jane Drummond b. circa 1844, d. January 15, 1920
Marriage*Benjamin Newton "Ben" Craft married Sarah Jane Drummond, daughter of Charles Thomas Drummond and Caroline Crawford, on December 17, 1879 at Craig Co., Virginia.1,3 
Children

Citations

  1. [S30] Ruth G. Hale, Craig County, Virginia Marriages 1851-1881.
  2. [S205] National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census.
  3. [S4448] Drummond Family Cemetery, Craig Co., VA, online http://www.findagrave.com
  4. [S153] National Archives and Records Administration, 1850 United States Federal Census.
  5. [S301] National Archives and Records Administration, 1860 United States Federal Census.
  6. [S166] National Archives and Records Administration, 1870 United States Federal Census.
  7. [S109] National Archives and Records Administration, 1880 United States Federal Census.
  8. [S132] National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census.
  9. [S119] National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census.
  10. [S25] Richmond, VA Library of Virginia, Craig Co., Virginia, Birth Records, 1853-1896.
  11. [S28] Ruth G. Hale, Craig County, Virginia Marriages 1882-1910.
  12. [S137] Unidentified Newspaper Article or Funeral Home Information, From the Lovie Roy Craft obituary in the Dec 23, 1944 edition.

William Ennis Conner1,2,3,4

M, b. June 30, 1905, d. November 7, 1997
FatherAdam Henry Conner5,6,7,8,2 b. June 13, 1869, d. March 1, 1950
MotherMary Ann Conner5,6,7,8,9,2 b. January 22, 1869, d. February 4, 1959
     William Ennis Conner was buried at Head of the River Cemetery (also known as Salem Primitive Baptist Church Cemetery), Rt. 221, Check, Floyd Co., Virginia.1,10,11 His Social Security Number was 225-48-7660.12 He was born on June 30, 1905 at Floyd Co., Virginia.12,10,7,3,11 He married Dessie Isebel Sink, daughter of James Monroe Sink and Lydia Margaret Aldridge, on February 28, 1923 at Floyd Co., Virginia.7,13 William Ennis Conner and Dessie Isebel Sink were divorced on August 11, 1952 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.14 William Ennis Conner married Dessie Isebel Sink, daughter of James Monroe Sink and Lydia Margaret Aldridge, on November 6, 1952 at High Point, Guilford Co., North Carolina.2 William Ennis Conner died on November 7, 1997 at Franklin Co., Virginia, at age 92.12,1,11,4 He CONNER, William Ennis, 92, of Floyd died Friday, November 7, 1997. He is survived by sons and daughter-in-law, James W. "Buster" and Bonnie Conner, William Herman Conner; daughter, Thelma Lee Poff; thirteen grandchildren, twelve great-grandchildren, five great-great grandchildren. The interment will follow at Head of River Primitive Baptist Church Cemetery in Floyd County. on November 8, 1997.1

Census Records

1910Dwelling 50, District 51, Locust Grove, Floyd Co., Virginia5
1920Dwelling 68, District 100, Locust Grove, Floyd Co., Virginia6
1930Dwelling 141, District 12, Locust Grove, Floyd Co., Virginia15
1940Dwelling 94, District 32-14, Locust Grove, Floyd Co., Virginia16
1950Dwelling 301, District 81-9, Big Lick, Roanoke Co., Virginia17

Occupation

1930Farmer15
1940Farmer16
1950Truck driver17

Family

Dessie Isebel Sink b. March 30, 1905, d. July 22, 1979
Marriage*William Ennis Conner married Dessie Isebel Sink, daughter of James Monroe Sink and Lydia Margaret Aldridge, on February 28, 1923 at Floyd Co., Virginia.7,13 
Divorce* William Ennis Conner and Dessie Isebel Sink were divorced on August 11, 1952 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.14 
Marriage William Ennis Conner married Dessie Isebel Sink, daughter of James Monroe Sink and Lydia Margaret Aldridge, on November 6, 1952 at High Point, Guilford Co., North Carolina.2 
Children

Citations

  1. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the William Ennis Conner obituary in the Nov 8, 1997 edition.
  2. [S5158] North Carolina State Archives, North Carolina, Marriage Records, 1741-2011.
  3. [S3706] 1926–1975, RG 147. The National Archives at Atlanta, Atlanta, Georgia Records of the Selective Service System, U.S. WWII Draft Cards Young Men, 1940-1947.
  4. [S5149] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, Death Records, 1912-2014.
  5. [S205] National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census.
  6. [S119] National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census.
  7. [S8] Floyd Co., Virginia Court House, Book 4, Floyd Co., Virginia Marriage Records.
  8. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the Adam Henry Conner obituary in the Mar 2, 1950 edition.
  9. [S686] Roanoke World News, From the Mary Ann Conner obituary in the Feb 5, 1959 edition.
  10. [S104] Billy and Juanita Grice, Cemeteries in Floyd County.
  11. [S3345] Salem Church Cemetery, Floyd Co., VA, online http://www.findagrave.com
  12. [S9] Unknown subject, unknown file number, SSDI, U.S. Social Security Administrations Death Master File.
  13. [S44] Sylvia Gearheart Albert, The Christopher and Nancy Moore Richards Family of Franklin Co., VA.
  14. [S5151] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, Divorce Records, 1918-2014.
  15. [S118] National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census.
  16. [S3353] National Archives and Records Administration, 1940 United States Federal Census.
  17. [S11679] Unknown author, 1950 United States Federal Census.
  18. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the William Herman Conner obituary in the Oct 7, 2005 edition.
  19. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the Thelma Lee Conner Poff obituary in the Apr 4, 2007 edition.
  20. [S1653] Bureau of Vital Statistics North Carolina State Board of Health, North Carolina Death Certificates, 1909-1976, From the Virginia Mae Dinkins death certificate.
  21. [S5130] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, U.S., Marriage Records, 1936-2014.
  22. [S1520] Winston-Salem Journal, From the Virginia Mae Dinkins obituary in the Dec 24, 1975 edition.
  23. [S5223] Social Security Administration, U.S., Social Security Applications and Claims Index, 1936-2007.
  24. [S1033] Unknown name of person, Virginia Department of Health Death Certificate, From the Lydia Ann Conner death certificate.
  25. [S24] Fred Wimmer, Wimmer Family 1695-1978.
  26. [S13] Floyd Co., Virginia Court House, Book 6, Floyd Co., Virginia Marriage Records.
  27. [S18] James R. & Sebert L. Sisson, Descendants of the Ludlow B. Sisson Family, Third Edition.

John William Craft1

M, b. December 17, 1850, d. October 25, 1912
FatherGeorge W. Craft1,2,3,4 b. October 22, 1820, d. February 27, 1891
MotherMartha "Patty" Elmore1,2,3,4 b. circa 1821, d. June 13, 1889
     John William Craft was buried at Waugh Cemetery, New Castle, Craig Co., Virginia; His tombstone reads "30th Btn VA Inf C.S.A."1 He was born on December 17, 1850 at Botetourt Co., Virginia. He died on October 25, 1912 at age 61.1

Census Records

1860Dwelling 394, Valley of Johns Creek, Craig Co., Virginia2
1870Dwelling 22, New Castle, Craig Co., Virginia3
1880Dwelling 108, District 23, New Castle, Craig Co., Virginia4
1900Dwelling 231, District 1, Boiling Spring, Alleghany Co., VirginiaEnumerated in the household of his brother Charles5
1910Dwelling 177, District 74, New Castle, Craig Co., VirginiaEnumerated in the household of his brother John6

Occupation

1870Farm laborer3
1880Day laborer4
1900Cross tie laborer5
1910Public works laborer6

Citations

  1. [S1225] Ruth G. Hale, Waugh Cemetery, Craig Co., VA.
  2. [S301] National Archives and Records Administration, 1860 United States Federal Census.
  3. [S166] National Archives and Records Administration, 1870 United States Federal Census.
  4. [S109] National Archives and Records Administration, 1880 United States Federal Census.
  5. [S132] National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census.
  6. [S205] National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census.

Nancy Elizabeth Craft1

F, b. February 24, 1854, d. May 21, 1882
FatherGeorge W. Craft2,3,4,5 b. October 22, 1820, d. February 27, 1891
MotherMartha "Patty" Elmore2,3,4,5 b. circa 1821, d. June 13, 1889
     Nancy Elizabeth Craft was born on February 24, 1854 at Craig Co., Virginia.1 She died on May 21, 1882 at Craig Co., Virginia, at age 28; Died of hemorrage of the lungs.5

Census Records

1860Dwelling 394, Valley of Johns Creek, Craig Co., Virginia2
1870Dwelling 22, New Castle, Craig Co., Virginia3
1880Dwelling 108, District 23, New Castle, Craig Co., Virginia4

Citations

  1. [S1320] Steve Taylor, "Descendants of George M. Craft."
  2. [S301] National Archives and Records Administration, 1860 United States Federal Census.
  3. [S166] National Archives and Records Administration, 1870 United States Federal Census.
  4. [S109] National Archives and Records Administration, 1880 United States Federal Census.
  5. [S29] Richmond, VA Library of Virginia, Craig Co., Virginia, Death Records, 1853-1896.

Erastus Byron Craft1,2

M, b. March 27, 1855, d. August 17, 1917
FatherGeorge W. Craft3,4,5,6,7,1,2,8 b. October 22, 1820, d. February 27, 1891
MotherMartha "Patty" Elmore3,4,5,6,7,1,2,8 b. circa 1821, d. June 13, 1889
     Erastus Byron Craft was buried at Waugh Cemetery, New Castle, Craig Co., Virginia; Buried in an unmarked grave.3,4,8 He and Laura Susan "Susie" Welch were divorced.9 Erastus Byron Craft was born on March 27, 1855 at Craig Co., Virginia.3,4,1,8 He married Frances E. "Fannie" Crawford, daughter of Daniel Watson Crawford and Sarah S. Unknown, on January 16, 1884 at Craig Co., Virginia.2 Erastus Byron Craft married Laura Susan "Susie" Welch, daughter of Unknown Welch and Mariah Unknown, on July 11, 1900 at Craig City, Craig Co., Virginia.2 Erastus Byron Craft married Ollie Percila Huffman on September 16, 1909 at Craig Co., Virginia.2 Erastus Byron Craft died on August 17, 1917 at New Castle, Craig Co., Virginia, at age 62.3,4,8

Census Records

1860Dwelling 394, Valley of Johns Creek, Craig Co., Virginia5
1870Dwelling 22, New Castle, Craig Co., Virginia6
1880Dwelling 108, District 23, New Castle, Craig Co., Virginia7
1900Dwelling 161, District 11, New Castle, Craig Co., Virginia10
1910Dwelling 166, District 74, New Castle, Craig Co., Virginia11

Occupation

1880Farm laborer7
1900Farmer10
1910Farm laborer11

Family 1

Frances E. "Fannie" Crawford b. circa 1863, d. April 23, 1898
Marriage*Erastus Byron Craft married Frances E. "Fannie" Crawford, daughter of Daniel Watson Crawford and Sarah S. Unknown, on January 16, 1884 at Craig Co., Virginia.2 
Children

Family 2

Laura Susan "Susie" Welch b. circa 1877, d. January 12, 1943
Divorce*Erastus Byron Craft and Laura Susan "Susie" Welch were divorced.9 
Marriage* Erastus Byron Craft married Laura Susan "Susie" Welch, daughter of Unknown Welch and Mariah Unknown, on July 11, 1900 at Craig City, Craig Co., Virginia.2 

Family 3

Ollie Percila Huffman b. September 19, 1867, d. August 28, 1950
Marriage*Erastus Byron Craft married Ollie Percila Huffman on September 16, 1909 at Craig Co., Virginia.2 
Children

Citations

  1. [S25] Richmond, VA Library of Virginia, Craig Co., Virginia, Birth Records, 1853-1896.
  2. [S28] Ruth G. Hale, Craig County, Virginia Marriages 1882-1910.
  3. [S366] And Margarette Tynan Rena Worthen Stephen Taylor, Cemeteries of Craig Co., Virginia.
  4. [S1225] Ruth G. Hale, Waugh Cemetery, Craig Co., VA.
  5. [S301] National Archives and Records Administration, 1860 United States Federal Census.
  6. [S166] National Archives and Records Administration, 1870 United States Federal Census.
  7. [S109] National Archives and Records Administration, 1880 United States Federal Census.
  8. [S5149] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, Death Records, 1912-2014.
  9. [S4443] Waugh Family Cemetery, Craig Co., VA, online http://www.findagrave.com
  10. [S132] National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census.
  11. [S205] National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census.
  12. [S26] Ruth G. Hale, Craig County, Virginia Marriages 1911-1938.

George Moore Craft

M, b. July 28, 1848, d. June 8, 1900
FatherGeorge W. Craft1,2,3,4 b. October 22, 1820, d. February 27, 1891
MotherMartha "Patty" Elmore1,2,3,4 b. circa 1821, d. June 13, 1889
     George Moore Craft was buried at West View Cemetery, New Castle, Craig Co., Virginia; Mo marker is visible.5 He was born on July 28, 1848 at Botetourt Co., Virginia.1,5 He married Mary Ann Paxton, daughter of Sarah Paxton, on July 28, 1870 at Craig Co., Virginia.1,6 George Moore Craft died on June 8, 1900 at Craig Co., Virginia, at age 51.5

Census Records

1850Dwelling 34, District 8, Botetourt Co. (now Craig Co.), Virginia2
1860Dwelling 394, Valley of Johns Creek, Craig Co., Virginia3
1870Dwelling 22, New Castle, Craig Co., Virginia4
1880Dwelling 127, District 23, New Castle, Craig Co., Virginia7
1900Dwelling 349, District 11, New Castle, Craig Co., Virginia8

Occupation

1870Farm laborer4
1880Farm laborer7
1900Hotel propriator8

Family

Mary Ann Paxton b. April 21, 1853, d. July 8, 1914
Marriage*George Moore Craft married Mary Ann Paxton, daughter of Sarah Paxton, on July 28, 1870 at Craig Co., Virginia.1,6 
Children

Citations

  1. [S30] Ruth G. Hale, Craig County, Virginia Marriages 1851-1881.
  2. [S153] National Archives and Records Administration, 1850 United States Federal Census.
  3. [S301] National Archives and Records Administration, 1860 United States Federal Census.
  4. [S166] National Archives and Records Administration, 1870 United States Federal Census.
  5. [S1254] Ruth G. Hale, West View Cemetery, Craig Co., VA.
  6. [S366] And Margarette Tynan Rena Worthen Stephen Taylor, Cemeteries of Craig Co., Virginia.
  7. [S109] National Archives and Records Administration, 1880 United States Federal Census.
  8. [S132] National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census.
  9. [S29] Richmond, VA Library of Virginia, Craig Co., Virginia, Death Records, 1853-1896.
  10. [S25] Richmond, VA Library of Virginia, Craig Co., Virginia, Birth Records, 1853-1896.
  11. [S28] Ruth G. Hale, Craig County, Virginia Marriages 1882-1910.
  12. [S261] Ruth G. Hale, Huffman Memorial Park, Craig Co., VA.
  13. [S26] Ruth G. Hale, Craig County, Virginia Marriages 1911-1938.

Mildred M. "Millie" Craft1,2

F, b. August 30, 1857, d. before March 1, 1926
FatherGeorge W. Craft3,4,1,5,6,2 b. October 22, 1820, d. February 27, 1891
MotherMartha "Patty" Elmore3,4,1,5,2,6 b. circa 1821, d. June 13, 1889
     Mildred M. "Millie" Craft was born on August 30, 1857 at Craig Co., Virginia.5 She married John W. Hartzell, son of George Hartzell and Hester C. Unknown, on April 19, 1878 at Craig Co., Virginia.2 As of April 19, 1878,her married name was Hartzell. Mildred M. "Millie" Craft married Isaac Abel Crowder, son of Abel Crowder and Caroline Drummond, on March 22, 1888 at Craig Co., Virginia.6,3 As of March 22, 1888,her married name was Crowder. Mildred M. "Millie" Craft died before March 1, 1926 at Logan Co., West Virginia; Her husband was enumerated as a widower when he died on this date.7

Census Records

1860Dwelling 394, Valley of Johns Creek, Craig Co., Virginia4
1870Dwelling 22, New Castle, Craig Co., Virginia1
1880Dwelling 96, District 23, New Castle, Craig Co., Virginia8
1900Dwelling 125, District 4, Clifton Forge, Alleghany Co., Virginia9
1910Dwelling 241, District 4, Clifton Forge, Alleghany Co., Virginia10
1920Dwelling 77, District 36, Triadelphia, Logan Co., West Virginia11

Family 1

John W. Hartzell b. circa 1856
Marriage*Mildred M. "Millie" Craft married John W. Hartzell, son of George Hartzell and Hester C. Unknown, on April 19, 1878 at Craig Co., Virginia.2 
Child

Family 2

Isaac Abel Crowder b. August 26, 1855, d. March 1, 1926
Marriage*Mildred M. "Millie" Craft married Isaac Abel Crowder, son of Abel Crowder and Caroline Drummond, on March 22, 1888 at Craig Co., Virginia.6,3 
Children

Citations

  1. [S166] National Archives and Records Administration, 1870 United States Federal Census.
  2. [S30] Ruth G. Hale, Craig County, Virginia Marriages 1851-1881.
  3. [S359] Patricia Crowder Yaw, First Crowders in America.
  4. [S301] National Archives and Records Administration, 1860 United States Federal Census.
  5. [S25] Richmond, VA Library of Virginia, Craig Co., Virginia, Birth Records, 1853-1896.
  6. [S28] Ruth G. Hale, Craig County, Virginia Marriages 1882-1910.
  7. [S996] West Virginia Division of Culture and History, online http://www.wvculture.org/vrr/, From the Isaac Abel Crowder death certificate.
  8. [S109] National Archives and Records Administration, 1880 United States Federal Census.
  9. [S132] National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census.
  10. [S205] National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census.
  11. [S119] National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census.
  12. [S996] West Virginia Division of Culture and History, online http://www.wvculture.org/vrr/, From the Letha Dully death certificate.
  13. [S5940] Salt Lake City, UT FamilySearch, Ohio, County Marriages, 1774-1993.
  14. [S5149] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, Death Records, 1912-2014.
  15. [S2415] Virginia Marriages, 1785-1940, online https://www.familysearch.org/search/collection/show#uri=http://hr-search-api:8080/searchapi/search/collection/1708698
  16. [S137] Unidentified Newspaper Article or Funeral Home Information, From the Ira A. Crowder obituary in an unknown Mar 12, 1964 newspaper.
  17. [S996] West Virginia Division of Culture and History, online http://www.wvculture.org/vrr/, From the Crowder-Burgess marriage record.
  18. [S996] West Virginia Division of Culture and History, online http://www.wvculture.org/vrr/, From the Rogers-Crowder marriage record.
  19. [S5223] Social Security Administration, U.S., Social Security Applications and Claims Index, 1936-2007.
  20. [S996] West Virginia Division of Culture and History, online http://www.wvculture.org/vrr/, From the Stewart-Crowder marriage certificate.

Charles Lafayette Craft1,2

M, b. February 3, 1860, d. October 15, 1923
FatherGeorge W. Craft3,1,4,5,2 b. October 22, 1820, d. February 27, 1891
MotherMartha "Patty" Elmore3,1,4,5,2 b. circa 1821, d. June 13, 1889
     Charles Lafayette Craft was buried at Crossroads Church Cemetery, at intersection of Rt. 615 and Rt. 611, Craig Co., Virginia.3 He was born on February 3, 1860 at Craig Co., Virginia; The Craig Co. birth index has a birth date of Feb 2, 1860.3,2 He married Belle Elizabeth Callahan on October 19, 1893 at Covington, Alleghany Co., Virginia. Charles Lafayette Craft died on October 15, 1923 at Craig Co., Virginia, at age 63.3

Census Records

1860Dwelling 394, Valley of Johns Creek, Craig Co., Virginia1
1870Dwelling 22, New Castle, Craig Co., Virginia4
1880Dwelling 108, District 23, New Castle, Craig Co., Virginia5
1900Dwelling 231, District 1, Boiling Spring, Alleghany Co., Virginia6
1910Dwelling 177, District 74, New Castle, Craig Co., Virginia7
1920Dwelling 110, District 81, New Castle, Craig Co., Virginia8

Occupation

1880Farm laborer5
1900Cross tie laborer6
1910Farmer7
1920Railroad section laborer8

Family

Belle Elizabeth Callahan b. March 30, 1876, d. September 13, 1955
Marriage*Charles Lafayette Craft married Belle Elizabeth Callahan on October 19, 1893 at Covington, Alleghany Co., Virginia. 
Children

Citations

  1. [S301] National Archives and Records Administration, 1860 United States Federal Census.
  2. [S25] Richmond, VA Library of Virginia, Craig Co., Virginia, Birth Records, 1853-1896.
  3. [S365] Ruth G. Hale, Crossroads Church Cemetery, Craig Co., VA.
  4. [S166] National Archives and Records Administration, 1870 United States Federal Census.
  5. [S109] National Archives and Records Administration, 1880 United States Federal Census.
  6. [S132] National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census.
  7. [S205] National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census.
  8. [S119] National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census.
  9. [S26] Ruth G. Hale, Craig County, Virginia Marriages 1911-1938.
  10. [S899] Unknown author, Craig County Heritage Book.
  11. [S192] Doris Hancock Boahn - grandchild, "Thelma Pearl Craft," e-mail to Scott Schaffer, Nov 6, 2003.
  12. [S1320] Steve Taylor, "Descendants of George M. Craft."

Leander Jackson Craft1,2

M, b. March 3, 1862, d. June 20, 1920
FatherGeorge W. Craft3,4,2,5 b. October 22, 1820, d. February 27, 1891
MotherMartha "Patty" Elmore3,4,2,5 b. circa 1821, d. June 13, 1889
     Leander Jackson Craft was born on March 3, 1862 at Craig Co., Virginia.1,2,5 He married Fannie S. Crawford on August 26, 1896 at Alleghany Co., Virginia.5 Leander Jackson Craft died on June 20, 1920 at Low Moor, Alleghany Co., Virginia, at age 58.2

Census Records

1870Dwelling 22, New Castle, Craig Co., Virginia3
1880Dwelling 108, District 23, New Castle, Craig Co., Virginia4
1900Dwelling 129, District 4, Clifton Forge, Alleghany Co., Virginia6
1910Dwelling 128, District 4, Clifton Forge, Alleghany Co., Virginia7
1920Dwelling 316, District 4, Clifton Forge, Alleghany Co., Virginia8

Occupation

1880Farm laborer4
1900Ore laborer6
1910Iron ore miner7

Family

Fannie S. Crawford b. January 28, 1880, d. December 20, 1944
Marriage*Leander Jackson Craft married Fannie S. Crawford on August 26, 1896 at Alleghany Co., Virginia.5 
Children

Citations

  1. [S1320] Steve Taylor, "Descendants of George M. Craft."
  2. [S5149] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, Death Records, 1912-2014.
  3. [S166] National Archives and Records Administration, 1870 United States Federal Census.
  4. [S109] National Archives and Records Administration, 1880 United States Federal Census.
  5. [S2415] Virginia Marriages, 1785-1940, online https://www.familysearch.org/search/collection/show#uri=http://hr-search-api:8080/searchapi/search/collection/1708698
  6. [S132] National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census.
  7. [S205] National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census.
  8. [S119] National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census.

Robert Lewis Craft1,2,3

M, b. June 8, 1865, d. September 24, 1902
FatherGeorge W. Craft1,4,5 b. October 22, 1820, d. February 27, 1891
MotherMartha "Patty" Elmore1,4,5 b. circa 1821, d. June 13, 1889
     Robert Lewis Craft was buried at Lone Star Cemetery, 15.5 miles south of Covington, east side of Route 18, Alleghany Co., Virginia.3 He was born on June 8, 1865 at Craig Co., Virginia.5,3 He married Lucretia Cordelia Helper on December 26, 1901.3 Robert Lewis Craft died on September 24, 1902 at Virginia at age 37; Died in a mining accident.2,3

Census Records

1870Dwelling 22, New Castle, Craig Co., Virginia1
1880Dwelling 108, District 23, New Castle, Craig Co., Virginia4
1900Dwelling 125, District 4, Clifton Forge, Alleghany Co., VirginiaEnumerated in the household of his brother-in-law Isaac Crowder6
1900Dwelling 231, District 1, Boiling Spring, Alleghany Co., VirginiaEnumerated in the household of his brother Charles6

Occupation

1900Lumber man6
1900Cross tie laborer6

Family

Lucretia Cordelia Helper
Marriage*Robert Lewis Craft married Lucretia Cordelia Helper on December 26, 1901.3 

Citations

  1. [S166] National Archives and Records Administration, 1870 United States Federal Census.
  2. [S1320] Steve Taylor, "Descendants of George M. Craft."
  3. [S4458] Lone Star Cemetery, Alleghany Co., VA, online http://www.findagrave.com
  4. [S109] National Archives and Records Administration, 1880 United States Federal Census.
  5. [S25] Richmond, VA Library of Virginia, Craig Co., Virginia, Birth Records, 1853-1896.
  6. [S132] National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census.