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i'm looking for a frank shaw from ark.,mo,or texas,didn't find him but this is a good site .thanks,very interesting.
laura 'shaw' perkins
trinity, al USA - 09/01/10 at 17:28:47 (EST)
I am the great, great grandson of Henry Clay Hawkins, who, after some research, I found is buried in Liberty Hill Cemetary in SE Panola County. His wife was Mattie and they had several children. I recently found a picture of him in a Pan. Co. history book under the Broome family history as Flora Hawkins Broome was one of the children. My great grandfather was Willie C. Hawkins. I would appreciate the chance to speak to anyone with any connections or help in finding more about Henry and Mattie Hawkins. Thanks.
Dennis Hawkins
Memphis, TN USA - 08/31/10 at 16:32:11 (EST)
My great grandfather was John Zackariah Weaver. Two of his sisters moved to Panola County in the 1800's: Emily who was married to Pannell Taylor and Margaret D. who was married to Fielding Vincent Carpenter. I woul like to hear from any descendents, if any, in Panola County. Thank you.
Esther Weaver Pippen
West Point, MS USA - 08/31/10 at 14:25:53 (EST)
Looking for info on Crawford Goodwin Families of Panola County, Mississippi.
carol meshell
Dallas, Tx USA - 08/20/10 at 18:06:11 (EST)
Looking for info on William H Watson(about1837 Ireland) and Sarah Jane Taylor(Abt.1855 N. Carolina). Lived in Panola Co. on and off for about 60 years.Children Russell,Joseph Richard, Paralee, Benjamin, Bettie(Beddie?) Watson. More children but all I know names of. William and Sarah Jane are G-Grandparents and have come to a complete standstill on research with them. Any info would be greatly appreciated. Thank You, Bertha Doyle @ mansel.doyle@gmail.com
Bertha Doyle
Brookland, Ar USA - 08/09/10 at 12:25:35 (EST)
Looking for Samuel H.or E. Matthews, b 1845, in Panola Co. Mississippi He was the son of Thomas and Susan (Gatlin) Matthews. When Thomas died around 1845, she married Thomas Mayfield, and they were in the 1850 Panola Co.census. Any info would be app. Thank you..
Sandy
Batesville, Ar USA - 08/08/10 at 14:21:46 (EST)
Reuben J. Patton living near Senatobia disappears from records about 1863. He is not on CSA rosters that I can find. Might have been in a home guard unit. Any help appreciated.
Bill Sorrells
Spicewood, TX USA - 07/31/10 at 17:38:14 (EST)
Is there any contact to access historical records (birth/baptism/death/etc) for the Longtown United Methodist Church a few miles west of Como?
Philip Grasser
Los Gatos, CA USA - 07/28/10 at 16:51:08 (EST)
We are searching for the ancestors of Alford Ray (son of Monroe Macon Ray). Also, Alford Ray's Wife (Mattie Ray). Any help apprciated.
C. M. Ray, Jr.
Holden, LA USA - 07/26/10 at 23:39:52 (EST)
Searching for Simmons and Terrell Families.
Robert Walker
Booneville, Ms USA - 07/24/10 at 13:11:02 (EST)
Crawford/Crofford Goodwin born in SC 1763 and died 1850 Panola County Miss. His second wife was Margaret born 1812 and I am thinking died in Mississippi also. Would like to know if she drew any monies off his Military if he had any.
Judy Cotter
Williford, Ar USA - 07/20/10 at 12:40:16 (EST)
Trying to find Twila Holt who married Henry Glover
Timothy Glover
Taylor, TX USA - 07/17/10 at 14:56:11 (EST)
Research the descendants of Calvin Jernigan.
Beverly Paige
Shreveport, LA USA - 07/13/10 at 13:28:26 (EST)
Frank Wright(born 1805) and Monroe Short(born abt 1810) were from NC. Monroe Wright(b abt 1877) was a grandson to Frank. Monroe Short suggested the granson's name. Anyone knows the history of Frank Short? What was the name of the sawmill in Panola Co. around 1850?
sylvester west
washington, dc USA - 06/24/10 at 22:21:23 (EST)
How can contacts be made to folks that sign the guestbook if you have questions or comments?
Donald L. Hawkins
Senatobia, Ms USA - 06/14/10 at 17:07:17 (EST)
looking for records on the dye family that is burried in longtown cementary
denise lynn edrington
indianapolis, in USA - 06/14/10 at 16:40:54 (EST)
What a wonderful site! I am looking for family history information on the Gates, Williams, Crowders and Peoples. All are from Batesville and Memphis. I am especially looking for extended history informaiton on Mary Ella Peoples and the Gates family from Batesville. Thank you!
D Gates
mpls, mn USA - 06/08/10 at 20:57:15 (EST)
What a wonderful site! I am looking for family history information on the Gates, Williams, Crowders and Peoples. All are from Batesville and Memphis. I am especially looking for extended history informaiton on Mary Ella Peoples and the Gates family from Batesville. Thank you!
D Gates
mpls, mn USA - 06/08/10 at 20:56:46 (EST)
What a wonderful site! I am looking for family history information on the Gates, Williams, Crowders and Peoples. All are from Batesville and Memphis. I am especially looking for extended history informaiton on Mary Ella Peoples and the Gates family from Batesville. Thank you!
D Gates
mpls, mn USA - 06/08/10 at 20:55:24 (EST)
I was looking for any info on russell Arnold he shows up in the 1850 cenus w/ wife sophia 2-sons john c & wiley m arnold in panola co
Kyle Arnold
Amarillo, Tx USA - 06/05/10 at 16:36:01 (EST)
Looking for Weston family info, they were from Panola, Alabama, but may be in articles from Mississippi, so close to the state lines, etc. Mr. Weston was a Pugulist?? a boxer or fighter, would love to hear of his life, he married Emma Evans from Gordo , alabama. let me hear from you! thanks.
Joan Weston Stallings
Chipley, fl USA - 05/24/10 at 16:41:09 (EST)
looking for records of Abraham Gieger Weston. His burial, records etc., perhaps { A. G. Weston, } know his wife is Georginna Lyons, but can't find last records of him. wondering about the siblings, curious. about roots.
Joan Weston Stallings
chipley, FL USA - 05/24/10 at 15:37:11 (EST)
looking for records of Abraham Gieger Weston. His burial, records etc., perhaps { A. G. Weston, } know his wife is Georginna Lyons, but can't find last records of him. wondering about the siblings, curious. about roots.
Joan Weston Stallings
chipley, FL USA - 05/24/10 at 15:34:46 (EST)
Great Site. I need Debbie Meyers to contact me about the cemetery they found near Oxford. dhawkins0625@comcast.net
Donald L. Hawkins
Senatobia, Ms USA - 05/20/10 at 07:44:22 (EST)
Looking for the parents of John Dennis Daugherty born 1837 in Kentucky married to Ann T. Please send any information that you have.
Sharon
Fort Worth, tx USA - 05/17/10 at 22:29:50 (EST)
i was born in springfild tenn my granfatherwas name william matthews he were born in ky. his dad was named james matthews my grandad were named after his dad and uncle his uncle was named william he had three uncle and one aunt idont know what her name was but the first cousin was name willam just like himthey lived in ky and later moved to memphis tenn can any help thanks
marthamatthews
lilling, nc USA - 05/16/10 at 12:30:49 (EST)
Looking for Matthews', decendents of Thomas E. & Samuel H. Matthews. Thomas died abt 1845, in Panola Co. Ms.. And i don't know what became of Samuel..Would love to hear from any decendent, or anyone who knows of them. Thank you ,Sandy
Sandy
Batesville, Ar USA - 04/10/10 at 10:11:39 (EST)
My email address is clsinnovations@yahoo.com
Cynthia Strang
Skull Valley, AZ United States - 04/04/10 at 00:51:48 (EST)
My Great-grandfather is Earnest Truman Cannady, his daughter, my Grandmother (Lela Cannady Guest) is still living. Feel free to contact me, I may have some info for you.
Cynthia Strang
Skull Valley, AZ United States - 04/04/10 at 00:48:56 (EST)
hi im scott fitts having kin in boyh desota and panola counties,i cant find any thing on my ggfather robert howell and wife ada of panola an my ggmother verns e. adams who is from mansfield,la .who had 7 brothers,any help would be great.scott at tylerconnect.net thanks
william scott fitts
tyler, tx USA - 03/19/10 at 08:44:06 (EST)
I forgot to put my email. It is s.beard56@yahoo.com My brother and I have been looking for this cemetery. I would love to know where it is and how to get to it. I live close to Sardis Lake and I am trying to find out the name of it.
Shelly Beard
Batesville, MS USA - 03/17/10 at 22:12:05 (EST)
Hi Debbie, Can you email me? I have been looking for this cemetery for a while now.
Shelly Beard
Batesville, MS USA - 03/17/10 at 22:08:39 (EST)
We were just out on Sardis Lake the water is low and we came across a cemetery. You can tell by the waterline on the trees that it is usually underwater. Just looking for some information. It was a fun find.
Debbie Myers
Oxford, MS USA - 03/15/10 at 17:44:30 (EST)
I have enjoyed reading the information found on your site.
Teresa Pitcock Sturgis
Pope, MS USA - 02/22/10 at 14:48:07 (EST)
My GGGGrandfather's older brother & some family members were buried near his homestead in Panola County. The "Power family cemetery" was seen by family members as recently as the 1960's, but has been desecrated according to some reports. John Power & his wife, Sarah Williams Power, and others were buried there. Does anyone know the location of this cemetery?
Robert Power
Houston, TX USA - 02/01/10 at 15:37:35 (EST)
Researching Daugherty - family and descendents of Henry J. Daugherty 1847-1926.
Ginger
Baton Rouge, La USA - 01/25/10 at 15:34:48 (EST)
How to find info on my great grandfather. He was mayor of Batesville around the late 1800's or early 1900's.Last name Doan.
Bob Ewing
Senatobia, ms USA - 01/23/10 at 12:33:07 (EST)
Just wondering if any Dunn's from the William Henry Dunn family still live in the area? Some of the family moved to the Van Zandt County, TX area in the late 1800's. Bruce Max Dunn
Bruce Dunn
Austin, TX USA - 01/22/10 at 21:50:50 (EST)
In 1927 Rev.J.E.Tramel married my daddy and Louise Conner in Panola Co. they had a son that died when he was 8 years old and was buried in a cemetery there that was flooded by Sardis Lake. I would like to know the name of this cemetery. He died in 1936. Thanks. Donald L. Hawkins dhawkins0625@comcast.net
Donald L. Hawkins
Senatobia, Ms USA - 11/25/09 at 13:18:50 (EST)
In 1927 Rev.J.E.Tramel married my daddy and Louise Conner in Panola Co. they had a son that died when he was 8 years old and was buried in a cemetery there that was flooded by Sardis Lake. I would like to know the name of this cemetery. He died in 1936. Thanks. Donald L. Hawkins
Donald L. Hawkins
Senatobia, Ms USA - 11/25/09 at 12:57:43 (EST)
My gggrandparents were married 01/26/1851 in Panola Co. Other relatives lived & are buried near Sardis. I'm searching for any record of my gggrandparents marriage: John M. Power m. Arrena (?) He was from Marshall Co., MS; I don't know her surname, but assume her family were in Panola Co.!!
robert power
houston, tx USA - 10/27/09 at 12:54:16 (EST)
My mother is a Caldwell from Como, Mississippi. I am researching Caldwell family. Any information on Caldwell's would be appreciated.
Jay C. Michael
Oxford, MS USA - 10/16/09 at 22:38:38 (EST)
I'm researching my great grand Uncle William White. He was the panola County Sheriff 1952-1854. I would like any photos and information that exists. Thanks, Steve in California
Steve Williams
Tehachapi, Ca USA - 10/14/09 at 22:26:45 (EST)
I am looking for information about William Metcalfe, and was informed that if I look at Society pages for Yalobusha County MS I would be able to find desendants of William Metcalfe.can you help me please
Hazael Cook
Adelaide, SA Australia - 10/10/09 at 22:22:59 (EST)
I am researching several families from the Panola county area focusing on the Lantrip, Brewer,Goforth,Glover,and Riales families. These families come from all over Panola county and ancestry intrigues me, I have been to several cemeteries and churches in the area researching and have been told there is a story about my family in the Panola Co History Book but I have never seen a copy. Anyone with information on these families or wanting information I have made some progress so far. Please email me at rambodawn@yahoo.com
Amber Lantrip Engelke
Southaven, Ms USA - 10/01/09 at 03:04:55 (EST)
My father David Rufus Knight was from Sardis Missippi..would like any info on his family
Micaela Knight
Oklahoma City, OK USA - 09/25/09 at 22:38:42 (EST)
If you have any information on the barlows please email me thanks inavance
betty m. barlow hudspeth
crenshaw, ms USA - 09/19/09 at 17:15:16 (EST)
I believe I have some family historians on this site.
Angie Leach Gurner
Water Valley, MS USA - 08/28/09 at 17:56:50 (EST)
Please add me to your gues list
Bernice Brewer
Sauk Village, IL USA - 08/26/09 at 10:27:07 (EST)
It is good to have thie web site.
David T Still
Tacoma, WA USA - 08/14/09 at 10:50:18 (EST)
my grandparents willian & dora (miller)peet is from sardis and looking for info or pictures
Arzella Cockrell
Saint Louis, MO USA - 08/02/09 at 18:31:36 (EST)
I am looking for any info on Samuel and Elizabeth franklin. They lived in the Mt. Olivet community. My husband is a great-great grandson. We live next to that original franklin land. really looking for info about samuel's birthplace in england. I have much info about his wife. please email me. thanks.
Kathy Franklin
Batesville, MS USA - 07/28/09 at 12:30:23 (EST)
My great grandfather name was Green Webb and his brother name was Dink Webb. Green Webb was married to Amie. I know he was married again but I do not know the wife name. I am looking for any who relate to them. Green Webb has two sets of kids. I have some of their names. Johnnie, Jim, Mattie, Neezie, Andrew, Nellie, Hudson is my dad father, Infant daughter don't know the name, Lessie, Jessie, and Julia. I know they had a nephew who last name starts with Gates. They are from Panola, Mississippi. My grandfather was born 1898. Please if you have any information let me know. Trying to find out information on my dad side of the family. I would like to know my relatives.
James
Monroe, Mi USA - 07/18/09 at 22:17:05 (EST)
Looking for information about Robert Cherry and wife Manerva Brewer Cherry. The family left Benton Co., TN in late 1830's and were living in Panola County in 1840. Two of their children were born there, the youngest born 1845. By 1850, Manerva was widowed, she and children living back in Benton Co. Trying to determine if Robert died in Panola County.
Linda Stockdale
Big Sandy, TN USA - 07/17/09 at 12:00:00 (EST)
Seeking descendants of Felix Grundy Shipp and his siblings from Water Valley, MS area. He was born 1809 and died 1890 in Lafayette Co., MS. He was my ancestor's brother.
John McClanahan
Memphis, TN USA - 07/04/09 at 14:17:47 (EST)
Looking for information about Joseph (Joe) A Mitchell. My grandfather was John Hollis Mitchell, son of Joseph Mitchell. Also looking for info about John Wilson Pepper.
Larry Hugonin
Tomball, TX USA - 07/02/09 at 21:50:30 (EST)
I am looking for grandfathers relatives from around Sardis, Mississippi. My grandfather's name was Frank Shaw, and was born 21 Feb 1877 in Sardis, Mississippi. The date may not bve exact, but that was what was given to me by my Father and Uncles. The information I have on his father is a possible first name abbreviation of Wm. Shaw. His mother's last name may have been Barham. Any information would be much appreciated.
Richard Shaw
Aurora, CO USA - 06/05/09 at 12:09:35 (EST)
I was wondering if you could give me any information about cemetery preservation efforts in Panola County. I have a small group of volunteers who might be interested in doing some clean-up work but we have no idea where to start, any information regarding who to contact would be greatly appreciated.
Angela Lucius
Potts Camp, MS USA - 05/26/09 at 01:05:10 (EST)
Am researching the Cline & Still families who lived in Panola County in the late 1800's. My g-g-g-grandfather, Mathias Cline died in Panola Co. in 1879 & is buried in Terza Cemetery. One of his sons, James F. Cline (my g-g grandfather died in 1900 & is buried at Longtown. His son (my g-grandfather, W.L. Cline died in 1890 & is buried at Terza Cemetery. Also, my g-g-grandfather Jesse Dee Still was living in Panola County in 1870 & is buried in Terza. His daughter, Laura Still ( my g-grandmother) died in 1900. I have not been able to find her grave. Any information about any of these families will be greatly appreciated. I have spent many hours in the Batesville library & combing the cemeteries & have enjoyed every minute but, I'm at a dead end.
Gloria Cline
New Orleans, LA USA - 05/24/09 at 20:10:47 (EST)
Hello all, I am interested in finding a list of Freemasons associated with the Sardis Lodge #307 in the 1850-early 1900's. Thank you so much! Marni
Marni
richmond, va USA - 05/13/09 at 17:29:45 (EST)
I am a McCullar and have traced back to Alexander Sr. Any info you can give me will help. Thanks
Carolyn Adams
Beaumont, Tx USA - 03/26/09 at 22:31:10 (EST)
I am a descendant of William Edwards who died ca 1855 in Panola Co. Seeking Info. Thanks.
James Watkins
Fairhope, AL USA - 03/21/09 at 22:37:00 (EST)
Hello, I am looking for a William Pinkney Black in Panola County. I am interested in where he was buried and any info off his tombstone. He migrated their from NC after serving NC in the War Between the States. He probably died somewhere between 1890-1910 and was born in the 1840's. Thanks in advance Keith Black
Keith Black
Hickory, NC USA - 03/16/09 at 16:51:42 (EST)
My grandparents are Wilton and Juanita Wooten. Just looking for more family history.
Stacey Rico
Bartlett, TN USA - 02/11/09 at 19:24:34 (EST)
I am researching my husband's grandfather, Ernest Truman CANNADY born in Longtown, Panola, MS on 14 October 1885, died 6 April 1966 in Broken Bow, McCurtain Co., OK. Ernest's father or mother may have been connected to the PARTAIN/CRAWFORD family. Ernest was left with either the Partain or CRAWFORD when his mother died, soon after his birth. When Ernest's father left him, there was at least one other brother who was left as well. The brother was William Thomas born 22 July 1878 in Mississippi. Any information for these families would be greatly appreciated. Ann Cannady Moore, OK
Ann Cannady
Moore, OK USA - 02/10/09 at 13:41:02 (EST)
My husband's great great grandfather was Samuel H. Franklin who lived in the Mt. Olivet community. His wife was Elizabeth Dettor from Virginia. Would love any info. We have info on his children and such,but nothing on Samuel's family. He came from England.
Kathy Franklin
Batesville, MS USA - 02/07/09 at 10:29:26 (EST)
I am looking for any information on Jno. Spencer and Catt Spencer who were living in Panola co., in 1870 U.S. Census. There two children were Preston (4 yrs.)and John (3 or 4 months). In the 1880 Census, Preston and John were living with other families in Tate Co. I am assuming that Jno. and Catt both may have died between 1870 and 1880 and the children became orphans. Any help would be greatly appreciated.
Robert Rumfelt
Greenwood, MS USA - 01/19/09 at 14:19:11 (EST)
I am doing research on the descendants of John and Rebecca Joslin.C 1834-present. Including surnames: Thomas,Perry, Wright,McMinn,McGinty,Hardy,King, and many more. Many of the children moved to Texas c 1850-1880.
Christina Joslin
Easton, MD USA - 01/10/09 at 15:59:57 (EST)
Iam doing the family history of my grandmother side of the family any information would help!!!!!!!!!!! My grandmother: Mary Ellen Anderson Born: March 30, 1908 madien name: Mary Ellen Green Father: Ford Green Born: Oct 1884 Mother: Annie (Webb) Green Elaine Green Step -Sister: born Feb 02 1908 Roxie Green Sister? Lear Green Sister? Louisa Green? Mary Ellen Married James (Jimmie) Wright in 1930 1 child: Rosie Mae Wright (green) 2nd Married to Caruther Anderson Dec 24, 1932 Their children: Annie Anderson Will Ivory Anderson Lettie Anderson Geraldine Anderson Mary Lena Anderson Booker T. Anderson Edith Anderson Bernice Anderson Lear Anderson Carthuers Anderson Jr. Patrica Anderson Barbara Anderson Earnest Anderson She and her husband is buried at Harmonia Cemetary The problem I am having is locating information on her grandfather Anthony Webb born in Alabama Wife: Lizzie (Ors) Webb Prehaps her Grand-Grand father is: Green Webb or Dank Webb two men from Alabama? probably came to Batesville? late 1800's ????????????????????????????????????????? Any knowledge or assistance would be appreciated to coutine my search of my family history Thank you, Again Thank you very much Anthony Webb prehaps buried at Rock Hill Cemetary?? possible a founder of Rock Hill Church??? If Mrs. Short or the Short family in Sardis or Como could help. I was told that my Great-Grandfather bought land from Mr. Mel Short ROBIN COX LOUISVILLE, KY 40206-3208 - 02/21/08 at 23:09:09 (EST)
ROBIN COX
washington, dc USA - 12/21/08 at 05:02:32 (EST)
I am looking for any information that
ROBIN COX
washington, dc USA - 12/21/08 at 05:01:58 (EST)
Looking on information on the Holcomb geneology
darlene rudner
seymour, mo USA - 12/07/08 at 18:53:30 (EST)
MY ANCESTORS ARE FROM PANOLA COUNTY AND I WOULD LIKE TO CONTRIBUTE A NARRATIVE/GENEALOGICAL INFORMATION ON THOSE PERSONS. PLEASE ADVISE.
CHERYL CISSE
YONKERS, NY USA - 11/10/08 at 10:04:28 (EST)
This is to James E. Holcomb Who wrote: I was born in the White Oak community. Do you know where I could get the Death Certificate for my Great Grandfather, Monroe Macon Ray. He died in 1919 and is buried in the Longtown Cemetery. I have several reasons for wanting to correspond with you... 1) My families lived in the White Oak neighborhood, and 2) One of my Dodson's married into the Ray family. I can be reached at dabrigman @ yahoo.com. Please ignore the spaces as I don't want spammers picking up my email address. Thanks! 2
Debbie Brigman
San Antonio, TX USA - 10/08/08 at 21:05:39 (EST)
Love this website! Is there any way to still get copies of the History of Panola County? I borrowed a copy of Volume 1 once but would like to own the volumes for my family.
Barbara Lambert
Batesville, MS USA - 10/07/08 at 11:28:32 (EST)
Re: Catharine Mitchell Tyson I am interested in finding out more about your family. My great grandmother was a Mitchell and my grandparents are Shorts. Please contact me at jennifer@jasonpardoe.com. Thank you!
Jennifer Gant Pardoe
Oxford, MS USA - 09/02/08 at 16:22:24 (EST)
Thank you so much for allowing Angie and I to join you guys last night. I really enjoyed everything and the presentation was fabulous. I look forward to the next meeting. Thank you again for your hospitality. God Bless! Shelly
Shelly Beard
Batesville, Ms USA - 08/29/08 at 21:14:23 (EST)
I just wanted to say thank you for having Shelly and me as guest at your meeting last nite. I really enjoyed the slide presentation and thought your group was very sweet and gracious. I look forward to coming to the next meeting. I thought it was wonderful about the 16mm Sardis Film donation. What a treasure for all who get to view it :) Thanks again for your hospitality. Have a blessed day! Angela Lucius
Angela Lucius
Pott's Camp, MS USA - 08/29/08 at 11:56:38 (EST)
Descendant of Dickins, Webb, Butts, Hunt, and related families. Have extensive files. Dorothy
Dorothy O'Neill
Flowood, MS USA - 08/01/08 at 09:33:53 (EST)
I descend from Daniel McHam, the son of Rachel McHam who married John Grist(e) Jr. after the death of her first husband. There is an excellent family history of the Griste Family in, History of Panola Mississippi, by Panola County Genealogical and Historical Society, 1987, written by L. Anne Jones. I would like to contact Ms. Jones or anyone having information on this family.
Bob O'Shields
Farmington, NM USA - 06/19/08 at 15:32:05 (EST)
I am researching my ggrandparents Benjamin F. and Amanda Workman Randolph. Benjamin was born in Mississippi. His parents were from Virginia. Amanda was born in South Carolina. Her parents were from Ireland.
Paula L. Randolph
Frisco, Tx USA - 06/03/08 at 09:25:36 (EST)
I am looking for the site of the former "Old Campground Church". I'm researching my GG Grandfather John L Knox and his father, Absalom Knox. I do know JL Knox lived accross from the Old Campground Ch. on the Jessie Carrather's place. I would be very greatful for any info on where this land might be. Thanks.
Dan Knox
Hampstead, md USA - 06/02/08 at 21:01:40 (EST)
My mother's maiden name is White, we are kin to all the Whites, Paul, Bill, Lynn etc... in Tate and Panola County, my grandparents are buried in Panola County and I have always been fascinated with the history of these two counties and surrounding counties.
Amy Howell
Tiptonville, TN USA - 05/02/08 at 14:00:43 (EST)
Re: Tom Draut query,12/23/06. If you are interested in any copies of HARMON Docs/Pics I may have you may email me. Will be happy to share. rosemarieharmonturner@yahoo.com
Rose Harmon Turner
Pittsboro, MS USA - 04/08/08 at 21:49:55 (EST)
Correction...Re: previous post. My correct email is @yahoo Not Hotmail. Sorry !
Rose Harmon Turner
Pittsboro, MS USA - 04/08/08 at 21:44:59 (EST)
In response to G. Simmons Williams' query on 10/19/07. I do not have any Simmons information but would glad to share any Partee information I may have...my gg grandparents were W. L. and Ida Dugger Partee. If interested you may email me. rosemarieharmonturner@hotmail.com
Rose Hamon Turner
Pittsboro, MS USA - 04/08/08 at 21:27:17 (EST)
I just discovered this site today. Excellent! How would I go about getting a copy of an obituary that is in the book, OBITUARIES ABSTRACTED, Panola County, Mississippi, Nearly 10,000 from 1840-1970 local newspapers, Extensive, 90 page cross referenced index, compiled by Mary Jane Short Wilson, Winter, 1997? One of many, the information given is: Index number: 3286, Newspaper: Southern Reporter, Newsdate: 04/17/1911 for Mrs. Georgia A. (GILDER) HERRING. She is my late uncles great grandmother. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks!
Pam Parker
Sandy, UT USA - 03/27/08 at 18:38:45 (EST)
How can I purchase (and what is the cost) a copy of the booklet PANOLA RECOLLECTIONS (collection of reminiscences first published in the SOUTHERN REPORTER in 1908-1909)? I have seen my cousin's copy and would like to have one of my own. My grandparents were Mitchells and Shorts from Panola County.
Catharine Mitchell Tyson
Athens, GA USA - 03/24/08 at 18:41:22 (EST)
I was born in the White Oak community. Do you know where I could get the Death Certificate for my Great Grandfather, Monroe Macon Ray. He died in 1919 and is buried in the Longtown Cemetery.
James E. Holcomb
Frisco, TX USA - 02/24/08 at 22:00:32 (EST)
Iam doing the family history of my grandmother side of the family any information would help!!!!!!!!!!! My grandmother: Mary Ellen Anderson Born: March 30, 1908 madien name: Mary Ellen Green Father: Ford Green Born: Oct 1884 Mother: Annie (Webb) Green Elaine Green Step -Sister: born Feb 02 1908 Roxie Green Sister? Lear Green Sister? Louisa Green? Mary Ellen Married James (Jimmie) Wright in 1930 1 child: Rosie Mae Wright (green) 2nd Married to Caruther Anderson Dec 24, 1932 Their children: Annie Anderson Will Ivory Anderson Lettie Anderson Geraldine Anderson Mary Lena Anderson Booker T. Anderson Edith Anderson Bernice Anderson Lear Anderson Carthuers Anderson Jr. Patrica Anderson Barbara Anderson Earnest Anderson She and her husband is buried at Harmonia Cemetary The problem I am having is locating information on her grandfather Anthony Webb born in Alabama Wife: Lizzie (Ors) Webb Prehaps her Grand-Grand father is: Green Webb or Dank Webb two men from Alabama? probably came to Batesville? late 1800's ????????????????????????????????????????? Any knowledge or assistance would be appreciated to coutine my search of my family history Thank you, Again Thank you very much Anthony Webb prehaps buried at Rock Hill Cemetary?? possible a founder of Rock Hill Church??? If Mrs. Short or the Short family in Sardis or Como could help. I was told that my Great-Grandfather bought land from Mr. Mel Short
ROBIN COX
LOUISVILLE, KY 40206-3208 - 02/21/08 at 23:09:09 (EST)
I am looking for the burial places of John F. Welch and Ida Elizabeth Long. SS records put them both in Askew at the time of their deaths (1976 and 1982, respectively.) Any knowledge or assistance would be appreciated!
Dave Welch
Saint Louis, MO USA - 02/13/08 at 15:36:27 (EST)
I am looking for information on Ira Delaware Cato born DeSoto Cty June, 1888 or 1889. He married Rosa Lena Garrison December 14, 1916 in DeSoto Cty. Also looking for I think his father John S. Cato (1852-1933) buried in Longtown Cememtery with his wife-Mary E. Cato (1847-1900)
DeAva Straquadine
Albuquerque, NM USA - 02/09/08 at 19:04:35 (EST)
I am trying to obtain some history on my relatives in Como and Sardis Mississippi
Robin Cox
Louisville, Ky USA - 02/02/08 at 02:57:40 (EST)
Research; I am seeking to find information on Clifford Davis. We believe he was my great-grandfather. According to census records, he was born in 1895. His father is Jerry Davis, mother Fannie Davis. His siblings are Luther, Jerry and Virsey Davis. He did of a gunshot wound on 9/28/18 in Tate County, but was buried at Mt. Level Cemetery. His mother is Maggie Scales. If anyone has information, please contact me. Thanks.
Melvin Miller
Mansfield, TX USA - 01/18/08 at 09:37:48 (EST)
Great site. Mygggf, John Charles Sutton, was born in MS (prob near Longtown) in 1851. I have found his family in 1870 and 1880 but I am trying to find his parents and he was already married in 1870 so his parents were not on the census with him. I have been unable to find him as a nine year old on any MS census. I am sure he was in MS in 1860. He died near Longtown, MS in 1890. The census lists his parents as born in AL. Any help will be much appreciated. Thank you for your help Mary. Jimmy Kimble Enterprise, AL Jimmy Kimble
Jimmy C. Kimble
Enterprise, AL USA - 12/10/07 at 21:42:54 (EST)
Helping someone with the Suttons from Longtown, MS back in the 1800's. John Charles (Charley) Sutton married a Mary Walker, who might have been Native American
Mary Orr
Bruce, MS USA - 11/15/07 at 13:59:41 (EST)
My g mother Katie Anner Arnold was born in Batesville 1883- her mother was Elizabeth Reece Regan Arnold- Katie Married Ben Tucker and both moved to Oklahoma - any info greatly appreciated
Emalee
Drumright , OK USA - 11/11/07 at 15:12:45 (EST)
Great Site! I am researching my Boling family roots in and around Tate and Panola Counties, with emphasis on Sarah and Crenshaw, MS. Please contact me if you have any information pertaining to the Boling family. Thanks in advance for any assistance you might be able to afford me. William C. Boling
William C. Boling
Atlanta, GA USA - 11/09/07 at 14:42:50 (EST)
I have family roots in sardis and is looking to reconnect with them if at all possible. Dora Merdean Peet & William Peet. I have no luck with these searches, until now.
Arzella Cockrell
St. Louis, MO USA - 10/23/07 at 12:33:28 (EST)
My Simmons, Partee, and Dickens ancestors were in Panola Co.Hartwell C. Simmons & Sarah Ann Partee Simmons were my Great-Grandparents, son Robert Patterson Simmons(d.1957) was my grandfather. I have info that Hartwell was on board of Directors when land was granted for Mt. Olivet church. Does anyone have info on Simmons' Two of Hartwells daughters are buried at Mt. Olivet cemetary.
G. Simmons Williams
Grenada, Ms USA - 10/19/07 at 22:55:42 (EST)
My Whitten relatives moved to the area in the early 1830's. My ggggrandmother, Jane Caroline Whitten married John Wilkinson. Their son, George, is buried in the Whitten cemetery, along with Jane and many other relatives. Does anyone have any info on John? Family history includes a poisoning story and travel on the river as a merchant. He may have died before the Civil War. Any help would be appreciated. My cousins would include other Panola families: Boyles, Richardson, Shankle and Stewart. How can I get copies of old newspapers from that time? Thanks
Tina Havelka
Rohnert Park, Ca USA - 10/14/07 at 23:18:25 (EST)
I have many ancestors from Panola Co.,but I'm afraid I don't know much of my family history. My Great Grandparents are Pete and Carrie Hubbard on my fathers Side, mothers side unknown. My Grandparents are Catherine Hubbard Germany Mixon and Bill Germany (father's side) and Glena and Jack Haley (mother's side). I know the Hubbards can be traced back to some of the first settlers here, but thats about it, does anyone know or recognize any of the names I listed? I'd love to know more about my family and I thank anyone who can help. Oh, by the way, I love the site!
Carrie Russell
Pope, MS USA - 09/25/07 at 10:02:38 (EST)
Great Site. Many of my ancestors are from Panola County. Oldest known is David Anderson McMurry 1841-1906 At the age of 21, David Anderson McMurry was shot in the bowels on May 31, 1862 at the battle of Seven Pines, near Richmond. He was a member of the Sardis Blues Company E of the 12th. Mississippi Regiment. It is told that he lay under a rail fence for three days after being shot. After the end of the Civil War, he married three times and outlived all three wives. The wives died during or shortly after childbirth. The house he lived in is still standing. It is located at 639 Sullivant Road in Batesville, Mississippi. The injury to David Anderson McMurry was reported in the June 11, 1862 edition of the Weekly Panola Star, Volume 7, Number 21. He was mustered on April 20, 1861 and he left for battle on May 2, 1861. We have information on all of his decendants, but no information prior to 1860 other than a birthdate. Any and all help is appreciated. Thanks, -Dave
David K McMurry
Boulder Creek, CA USA - 07/07/07 at 19:26:40 (EST)
Many of my ancestors are from Panola County. Grandparents on both my father and mother's sides of the family are buried at Rose Hill Cemetery in Sardis. My father was George Alvin Garrett (1910-1995),son of Weedie and Laverna Harmon Garrett. My mother was Olie Louise Low (1914-2002), daughter of David D. and Sarah Ruffin Low. My roots on my father's side go back to the Harmons and Elmores of Lafayette County ... and on my mother's side to the Ruffins and Whites from the Como area. Just had a visit to Panola County a couple of weeks ago and had a wonderful tour of Como and of several cemeteries there. Hope to correspond with those searching out any of the families mentioned above. I am at indygrandma@hotmail.com. THANKS
Pat Iverson
Roundup, MT USA - 07/03/07 at 22:28:39 (EST)
It's really nice to find some info on Panola County and Pope Station (is this what Pope was referred to around 1860?) My great, great grandfather Robert Pattison and his wife Isabela, son Robert Henry, and brother George came to Panola County from Cornwall, England in 1860. Soon the Civil War broke out. Both Robert and George enlisted in March of 1863, at Graysport (now under water). George was killed at Gettysburg. A few generations later, here I am in Rosedale, British Columbia, Canada, a stray confederate! Just thought I'd say hello, and tell you what a nice website you have,too. Thank you.
'Bob' Robert Harris Pattison
Rosedale, BC Canada - 06/20/07 at 23:06:24 (EST)
Research Project: 1) Am looking for any connections to the Dodson / Dotson and Slaughter families with possible connections to the Duke and Simmons family (1840's - 1900's) 2) Also interested in the Rutledge and Thompson families around the Crenshaw and Longtown areas (1850's -1930's). Will share all information gathered to date. Thanks!
Debbie Brigman
San Antonio, TX USA - 06/11/07 at 19:36:35 (EST)
Very nice looking website. I am interested in more information on the construction of the Sardis Dam. My father worked on it & I was born in Sardis in 1940. Would appreciate any suggestions, or if I can purchase a copy of the program Mr. Rawson gave to the society meeting on 20 Jan 2000 on the history of Sardis Reservoir. Also, is there a site where workers information would be located. Thank you.
Joyce Shannon Bridges
Shreveport, LA USA - 05/29/07 at 14:05:36 (EST)
Interesting site. Carl Edwin Lindgren
Prof. Dr. Carl Edwin Lindgren
Courtland, MS USA - 05/19/07 at 14:00:31 (EST)
Great site! Doing research on James Madison Rowzee family history in Panola County, MS
B Gibson
Orange, TX USA - 03/25/07 at 15:52:39 (EST)
I'm trying to find pictures or information on the Shuford family and some pictures of the old churches at Wesley-Chapeltown. We are going to restore the Old Shuford homestead.
Terri Terry
Batesville, Ms USA - 03/18/07 at 01:58:25 (EST)
Researching elmore,griffis,poe,wilmoth,pannell,leach.mccullar,hill,collums,etc. here is my web site feel free to search what i have. all information may not be correct but also will correct them if i know them. i am looking for my great grand father who will be sam elmore father and wife was tennessee but do not know maiden name if any one can help. web site is www.tribalpages.com/tribes/roseylou
lou bennett
pope, ms USA - 01/18/07 at 23:35:02 (EST)
Researching the sir name of Lee, all born in Panola county. Earliest is Tobe and Lucy both born 1850. Their offsprings Sammie,Lewis,francis,Victor,Eddie,Anthony and Virginia.
joe baldwin
plainfield, il USA - 01/15/07 at 00:55:36 (EST)
i have done research on elmore,griffis,magee,mccullars,hills since these are my family line. i have a great grandfather that was sone of the earleir settlers in tocowa i was told. i do know that my grand father was mention in on of the books for history of tocowa when there was hotels there. there was a boat that had dock on his land he owned in tocowa. i am tod that the tocowa spring was on my grand father property at one time. and also at one time it was known as elmore spring but do not know any history on it. my dad and a first cousin of his build the rock foundation that is around it now.
lou bennett
pope, ms USA - 01/09/07 at 16:11:58 (EST)
We are researching surnames Harmon, Garrett, Elmore and many others. We have a good amount of information, but we'd like to find more. We would like to get copies of vital records.
Tom Draut
Findlay, OH USA - 12/23/06 at 12:12:47 (EST)
Who may I contact re an article for The Panola Story? And who may I visit with re Volume II submission of material? Thanks...
Will Lowrance
Hillsboro, TX USA - 10/17/06 at 18:29:07 (EST)
I am ding research on Fed Carter and Hugh McGeHee. McGeHee died in July 1855 and I have a copy of his will. I am trying to located the inventory of his estate. He died in Como.
curtis dillihunt
memphis, tn USA - 08/08/06 at 20:16:47 (EST)
Good job, God bless you!
Julia Whitaker Lange
Batesville, MS USA - 03/15/06 at 23:30:30 (EST)
I am related to the Tidwells, Burfords, and Barnetts--all of whom had connections with Mt. Olivet. My uncle Preston Tidwell still lives there. He is now 90 and would have many stories to share about the early days. I would appreciate any info concerning Shuford, Mt. Olivet, etc. to add to my genealogy. Thanks! I am a long distance but very interested member of PanGens.
Juanita
Hattiesburg, MS USA - 02/27/06 at 12:52:21 (EST)
My grandmother was just buried at Freedonia Methodist and my granny was buried at Cathy Cemetery. My family has a lot of history there in that area and would like a picture of Freedonia and other her name was Doris Mae Merideth White and the Whites are my family and the Merideth's also, if you know of any information would be glad to hear from you
Amy Howell
Ridgely, TN USA - 10/06/05 at 12:52:50 (EST)
Thank you, Robert Rawson. Good job!!!
Betty Jo Randolph
Batesville, MS USA - 08/25/05 at 23:28:48 (EST)
What a blessing!
Donnice Davis
Batesville, MS USA - 08/14/05 at 23:43:26 (EST)


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Signing the Guestbook is this easily done. You may list requests, inquiries as well as add to the story as space permits. We will write you for the remainder, rest assured.
Robert Rawson
Batesville, MS USA - 08/03/05 at 10:51:22 (EST)
Absolutely great!
Mary Lou Mitchell
Batesville, MS USA - 08/02/05 at 16:11:57 (EST)