Truelove Cemetery
Barry Co., MO
Surnames A - K
SSW = Shares Stone With
| Name | Born | Died | Research Notes & Inscriptions | Researcher or Resource |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A. M. B. | No Date | No Date | No Data | Photo Jay Trace |
| C. B. | No Date | No Date | No Data | Photo Jay Trace |
| E. B. | No Date | No Date | No Data | Photo Jay Trace |
| M. A. B. | No Date | No Date | No Data | Photo Jay Trace |
| N. E. B. | No Date | No Date | No Data | Photo Jay Trace |
| W. J. B. | No Date | No Date | No Data | Photo Jay Trace |
| BERRYHILL, Drusillar Hackney (TRUELOVE) | Sept. 11, 1857 | Apr. 18, 1879 | Inscription: "Wife of F. A. Berryhill" Research Note: Daughter of Timothy and Sarah Truelove buried at Truelove Cemetery. Drucilla Hackney Truelove married Fernando Alburtus Berryhill on Aug. 29, 1878 in Barry Co., MO. Her husband, Fernando Alburtus Berryhill, was a son of Michael Weeks and Catherine (Broyles) Berryhill, and he died in Mendocino Co., CA. At age 33, he second married Emma Merritt, age 18, on Aug. 6, 1882 in Benton Co. AR. | Family Donna Cooper Census MO Marriage Records AR Marriage Index Phyllis Long Photo Fred and Neoma Sherman |
| BERRYHILL, Robert E. | Apr. 1879 | June 27, 1879 | Inscription: "Age 2 ms, 11 ds, June 27, 1879 - Son of F. A. and D. H." - Research Note: Son of Fernando Alburtus Berryhill and Drusillar H. Hackney. | Family Donna Cooper Photo Fred and Neoma Sherman |
| BOLIN, Dave | No Date | July 30, 1913 Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: Cassville Republican, Cassville, August 7, 1913 - Washburn News: Died Wednesday July 30th, D. Bolin of heart failure. Mr. Bolin was at his work making ties and died suddenly. He was buried Saturday at Truelove grave yard. One brother came from Old Mexico to attend the funeral. Other relatives came but we failed to get their names. Mr. Bolin leaves an invalid wife and three daughters to mourn his death. - Wayne News: While making ties last Wednesday, Dave Bolin fell dead near the old Martin place, one mile from Wayne. His remains were taken to his home at Washburn and were laid to rest in the Truelove Cemetery Saturday. He leaves a wife and three daughters to mourn their loss. We sympathize with the family. | Online Obit Donna Cooper |
| BOX, James | Feb. 17, 1942 Wayne, Barry Co,., MO |
Mar. 21, 1942 Cassville Hosp., Cassville, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: Infant son of John Box Jr. born MO and Dafner Martin born AR. | Death Certificate Phyllis Long |
| BRADSHAW, William | Oct. 9, 1899 MO |
Nov. 22, 1917 Exeter, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: A single farmer, died of typhoid fever, due to infected water. Parents listed as George W. and Missouri (Whitley) Bradshaw, both of KY. | Death Certificate Jay Trace |
| BRATTIN, Monroe Henry | Oct. 22, 1810 Madison Co., KY |
Sept. 11, 1886 Barry Co., MO |
Inscription: "Remember friends as you pass by, as you hold, so once was I, as I am not, you soon will be prepared for death and follow me." "CEVCX 76 years, 20 days" - Research Note: Son of John Brattin and Susan Burrton Husband of 1. Sarah Bowman 2. Saphroney Ferguson - Civil War Veteran - Monroe Brattin married Sarah Bowman on Jan. 6, 1846 in Barry Co., MO. Monroe Brattin married Saphroney Ferguson on Dec. 22, 1859 in Barry Co. MO. - Another Photo | Note Frances Albert MO Marriage Records Phyllis Long Photo Fred and Neoma Sherman |
| BRATTIN, Saphroney (FERGUSON) | June 2, 1825 TN |
Mar. 7, 1901 Barry Co., MO |
Inscription: "Remember friends as you pass by, as you hold, so once was I, as I am not, you soon will be prepared for death and follow me. C E V C X" - Research Note: Daughter of Elias Ferguson and Elizabeth Hubbert. Buried next to her husband, Monroe Brattin. | Note Frances Albert Photo Jay Trace |
| J. C. | No Date | No Date | Research Note: This stone was found under the stone for Harriett Montgomery. | Photo Jay Trace |
| COFFEY, Henry | Aug. 13, 1840 KY |
Aug. 20, 1893 | SSW: Mary E. - Inscription: "Father" - Research Note: Son of Allen Coffey and Polina Stanton. | Census Phyllis Long Photo Fred and Neoma Sherman |
| COFFEY, Mary E. (ROGERS) (ALBERT) | May 9, 1843 Jamestown, KY |
Dec. 19, 1910 McDonald Co., MO |
SSW: Henry - Inscription: "Mother" - Research Note: Daughter of James Rogers, mother not named on the death certificate, filed under Albert. She was widowed. Frank Coffey of Washburn, MO was the informant. TB was the cause of death. Her mother was America Jane Coffey. Mary E. Coffee, age 44, married George Albert, age 37, on May 2, 1894 in Exeter, Barry Co., MO. | Death Certificate MO Marriage Records Phyllis Long Photo Fred and Neoma Sherman |
| COOPER, Adelia Frances "Della" | Mar. 8, 1861 Grafton, IL |
Apr. 1, 1923 At Home, Exeter, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: Cassville Democrat, April 7, 1923 - Mrs. Adelia Francis Cooper was born in Grafton, IL, March 8, 1861 and was married to C. A. Cooper Nov. 30, 1878, and to this union was born eight children, three sons and five girls. Her husband precedent to the better world, Oct. 23, 1919. She united with the Christian Church in 1914 and was a faithful member until her death. She died April 1, 1923, at the home of her daughter Mrs. Beecher Antle near Exeter. Rev. Charles Vanzandt conducted funeral services at the Antle home, after which remains were interred in Truelove Cemetery. - Very little information on the death certificate. B. B. Antle of Washburn, MO was the informant. | Online Obits Death Certificate Phyllis Long |
| COUCH, James E. | Jan. 16, 1876 MO |
Nov. 8, 1887 | Inscription: "Son of I. D. and S. J." - Research Note: Son of Isaac and Stephanie Couch. | Census Phyllis Long Photo Fred and Neoma Sherman |
| COUCH, Sarah M. | Sept. 6, 1868 AR |
Oct. 6, 1885 | Inscription: "Dau. of I. D. and S. J." - Research Note: Daughter of Isaac and Stephanie Couch. | Census Phyllis Long Photo Fred and Neoma Sherman |
| CURRY, Kathy Ann (FLETCHER) (ROACH) | May 15, 1960 Stella, Newton Co., MO |
Feb. 21, 2017 At Home, Eagle Rock, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: She was the daughter of Doyle and Lorene (Wright) Fletcher. On June 23, 1980 in Tulsa, Oklahoma she was united in marriage to Bill Curry. Preceding her in death were her parents. Kathy received her education at Washburn and graduated from Southwest High School. | Fohn Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| L. C. D. | No Date | No Date | No Data | Photo Jay Trace |
| DAVIS, Elnora | No Date | No Date | Inscription: "Dau. of H. and E. Davis" | Photo Jay Trace |
| DURHAM, James Mason | Feb. 22, 1819 Sumner Co., TN |
Oct. 19, 1889 Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: His wife was Margaret Hubbert. They married on September 29, 1842 in Barry Co., MO. - Civil War Veteran - Goodspeed's 1888 History of Barry Co., MO - In Apr. 1861, James M. Durham, captain; and others, were appointed patrols for Sugar Creek Twp. - 1900 census, Margaret "Maggie" is living with her daughter Nannie and husband Burl Gowen, she is widowed, age 80, born Nov. 1819 TN, mother of 9 children, 8 living. | Photo Fred and Neoma Sherman FGS of Barbara Owens Goodspeed Census Phyllis Long |
| DURHAM, Mathew B. | Mar. 30, 1850 Washburn Prairie, Barry Co., MO |
Feb. 8, 1907 Washburn, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: Cassville Democrat, Feb. 16, 1907 - Mathew B. Durham Dead - Death has claimed another old time citizen of this county, in the person of Mat. Durham, who died at his home in Washburn, Feb. 8th, 1907, age 57 years of a complication troubles, with his kidneys and rheumatism. He was a son of the late James M. and Margaret (Hubbert) Durham, highly respected citizens of this county, during life, and was born March 30th 1850, on Washburn Prairie, where he lived all his life. He left a wife, two sons three sisters and three brothers to mourn his death. For many years he had been a member of the C.P. church and Rev. E. W. Love conducted funeral services at the Truelove church, Sunday afternoon, amide very large number of relatives, friends and neighbors. He was also a member of the I.O.O.F. Society and was laid to rest with their honors. Many years ago he was assessor of Barry county and made a very good citizen and never harmed anybody, besides he had the respect and confidence of all. The following were pall bearers: W. B. Adcock, F. A. Denton, C. T. Fulton, J. H. Mosley, L. Woodruff and J. M. Mitchell. - 1850 Census, Barry Co., MO - Matthew Durham, born Mar. 1850, age 50, married 20 years, parents born TN; Sue, Wife, F, born Mar. 1861, age 39, Married 20 years, mother of 2 children, 2 living, born LA, parents born IL; Charles, Son, M, born May 1883, age 17, born MO; Frank, Son, M, born June 1889, age 11, born MO. - March 13, 1913, Thursday, Cassville Republican Washburn News: Frank Durham of Kansas City came Wednesday to visit his mother, Mrs. Sue Durham. - Mrs. Susan Durham married J. N. Brown on Sept. 27, 1914 in Barry Co., MO. - October 1, 1914, Thursday, Cassville Republican - Washburn News: Mr. Brown of Monett and Mrs. Sue Durham of this place were quietly married Sunday, Sept 27 at 2 o'clock at the home of the bride by Rev. P. H. Hodge. They departed the same day for their home in Monett. We extend congratulations. - M. B. Durham married Mary Susan Wines/Windes on Nov. 2, 1880. She second married J. N. Brown. | Obit Barbara Erwin Census Online Newspapers MO Marriage Records Phyllis Long |
| EDENS, Everet Norvel | Mar. 18, 1885 Barry Co., MO |
July 1975 | SSW: Sallie - Research Note: NOT BURIED HERE. Son of John C. Edens and Harriett Wallace. He is buried at Washburn Prairie Cemetery with his second wife Cleo. Everet Edens, age 23, married Sallie Reed, age 18, on July 9, 1908 in Exeter, Barry Co., MO. He second married Cleo White Hickey. He third married at age 61, Mrs. Nellie Epps, age 40, on Jan. 10, 1947 in Washington Co., AR. | MO Marriage Records AR Marriage Index SS Claims Index Phyllis Long Photo Fred and Neoma Sherman |
| EDENS, Henry H. | Apr. 26, 1882 | Dec. 9, 1888 | Inscription: "Son of C. W. and T." - Research Note: Son of Columbus Walker Edens and Tennessee VanZandt, buried at Corinth Cemetery. - Mother's Obit | Note Phyllis Long Photo Fred and Neoma Sherman |
| EDENS, Maudey | 1878 | Apr. 25, 1878 | Inscription: "Dau. of C. W. and T. - Age 3 mos., 16 days" - Research Note: Son of Columbus Walker Edens and Tennessee VanZandt, buried at Corinth Cemetery. | Note Phyllis Long Photo Fred and Neoma Sherman |
| EDENS, Sallie (REED) | Sept. 6, 1889 | June 13, 1912 Washburn, Barry Co., MO |
SSW: Everet - Research Note: Daughter of Andrew Reed and Rachel Alexander. Rachel is buried at Truelove Cemetery. Everet Edens, age 23, married Sallie Reed, age 18, on July 9, 1908 in Exeter, Barry Co., MO. - Obit - The people of Washburn were grieved by the announcement of the death of Mrs. Evert Edens at their home in the west part of town, on Thursday morning June 13, 1912. Mrs. Edens had been sick for several weeks and everything was done for her that medical skill and care of the loving relatives and friends could do and death came as a relief from long suffering. She was 22 years old and was a daughter of Andy Reed who formerly lived near Wayne and now of Oklahoma. She leaves one little boy, Manord about 4 years old. The funeral services were conducted by Reverend Charles Welch of the M.E. Church South and the remains were laid to rest Friday afternoon in the Truelove cemetery north of town. Mr. Edens has been Agent for Frisco at this place for sometime and he has the deepest sympathy of the people of Washburn and community in his great bereavement. | Online Obit MO Marriage Records Census Phyllis Long Photo Fred and Neoma Sherman |
| ELLIS, "Jeff" Jefferson John Marion | Sept. 1, 1893 McDonald Co., MO |
Aug. 17, 1972 Barry Co., MO |
SSW: Mary Ellen - Inscription: "Married Aug. 20, 1915" - Research Note: Son of Alfred Ferris Ellis and Etta Evelyn Stephens. - September 4, 1915, Saturday, Cassville Democrat - Washburn and Greasy Creek Mixups News: Married, Sunday, August 28, Jeff Ellis and Miss Ellen Vanderpool. - Jeff Ellis, age 22, married Ella Vanderpool, age 19, on Aug. 29, 1915 in Barry Co., MO. - Application for Enrollment with the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians of NC - My name is Jeff Ellis, and I now reside at Joplin, MO. I also make application for the enrollment of my minor children as follows: Curtis Ellis, Ferris Ellis, and Lee Ellis. I, the said Jeff Ellis of lawful age, being first duly sworn, on oath, depose and say: That my full and correct name is Jeff Ellis, that I am 32 years of age, that I now reside at Joplin, MO and that I was born at McDonald Co., MO, and that I have lived at the following places for the periods of time herein stated: Lived in MO all my life. - That I am of the Eastern Cherokee Indian blood of the 1/32 degree, and that I claim my descent from Susan Martin nee Wolfe who was my gg grandmother, and the descent from said ancestor is as follows: Susan Martin was the mother of Mahaley Hall, who was the mother of Mary Stephens, who was the mother of Etta E. Ellis, who is my mother. - Obit - Jefferson John Marion Ellis of Cassville died at 3:25 pm Thursday, Aug 17, 1972, at his home after several months illness. He was born Sept. 1, 1893 in McDonald County, MO. and lived all his life in McDonald and Barry Counties. He moved from Washburn to Cassville about a year and half ago. He was a member of O.K. Assembly of God Church, Washburn, and was a retired farmer and carpenter. Surviving are his wife, Mrs. Ellen Ellis; three sons, Curtis Ellis, Cassville, Lee Ellis, Tulsa Ok., and Joe Ellis, Hill City, Kansas; a daughter, Mrs. Etta Mae Matlock, Wichita, Kansas ,five brothers, Frank Ellis and Harley Ellis both of Washburn, Elmer Ellis, Buhl, Idaho, Clarence Ellis, Blackwell, OK., Bill Ellis, Liberal, Kansas, a sister, Mrs. Clarice Still, Seligman, Mo; 21 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren. Services were held Sunday in the Culver Chapel, Cassville, with burial in Truelove Cemetery, Washburn. | Online Newspapers MO Marriage Records Census Cherokee Rolls Phyllis Long Obit Freda Cooper Photo Fred and Neoma Sherman |
| ELLIS, Marion Chester | Feb. 25, 1936 Cassville, Barry Co., MO |
Feb. 25, 1936 Cassville, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: Parents listed as Jefferson J. M. and Mary Eliza Ellen (Vanderpool) Ellis, both of MO. Stillborn. | Death Certificate Jay Trace |
| ELLIS, Mary Eliza Ellen (VANDERPOOL) | Jan. 30, 1897 Barry Co., MO |
Jan. 11, 1982 Monett, Barry Co., MO |
SSW: Jeff J. - Inscription: "Married Aug. 20, 1915" - Research Note: Daughter of Sam Vanderpool and Silvia May Thompson. - September 4, 1915, Saturday, Cassville Democrat - Washburn and Greasy Creek Mixups News: Married, Sunday, August 28, Jeff Ellis and Miss Ellen Vanderpool. Chas. Smith and Miss Effie Morgan. - Obit - Mary Eliza Ellen Vanderpool Ellis 84, a life time Barry County resident died at 5:08 a.m. January 11, 1982, Monday at St. Vincent's Hospital, Monett, Mo, where she had been a patient since Dec. 25, after a long illness. Mrs. Ellis was born January 30, 1897 at Washburn. She was a member of the Full Gospel Church at Butterfield, Mo. Her husband Jeff died in 1972. Surviving are three sons, Curtis F. Ellis, Cassville, Melton Lee Ellis, Tulsa, Ok., and Frankie Joe Ellis, Manhattan, KS., a daughter, Etta Mae Matlock, Wichita, KS., two brothers, Orville Vanderpool, Cassville, and A.B. Vandepool, Exeter, Mo., a sister, Hila Wierman, Webb City, Mo., 21 grandchildren, 31 great-grandchildren, and 3 great great-grandchildren. Services were at 2 o'clock p.m. Wednesday at the Axley;s Culver Chapel, Cassville, with Rev. Perry Hickman and Rev. Jack Freeman officiating. Burial was in Truelove Cemetery near Exeter. Great-Grandsons served as Pall Bearers. | Online Newspapers Phyllis Long Obit Freda Cooper Photo Fred and Neoma Sherman |
| ELLIS, Pharis Samuel | Aug. 2, 1922 Washburn, Barry Co., MO |
Jan. 20, 1941 Washburn, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: Son of Jeff Ellis and Mary Ellen Vanderpool. | Census Phyllis Long Photo Fred and Neoma Sherman |
| ELLIS, Shirley Louise | Mar. 21, 1950 Cassville, Barry Co., MO |
Apr. 24, 1950 Rural Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: Infant daughter of Melton Lee Ellis and Naoma Elizabeth Bruce. | Death Certificate Phyllis Long |
| ERWIN, __ny | ___15, 1890? | No Date | No Data | Photo Jay Trace |
| ERWIN, Elizabeth "Betsy" Anne (CATRON) | July 23, 1827 Scott Co., VA |
Jan. 12, 1913 Exeter, Barry Co., MO |
SSW: William S. - Inscription - on the base: "Thy trials ended, Thy rest is won" - Research Note: Spouse of William Stuart Erwin. First entry had birth year as 1824. Beverly's Note: She was a widow, age 85 years, 5 months and 10 days of age. Her father was Catron, and her mother was Kate Smith. Name on death certificate is Betsy Ann Erwin. Sam Erwin, Exeter, MO was the informant. Daughter of William Elijah Catron born TN and Catherine "Kate" Smith born VA. - January 16, 1913, Thursday, Cassville Republican - Exeter News: Aunt Betsy Erwin who has been staying with her son, Sam Erwin, passed away Monday, and her remains were placed in the Truelove Cemetery, Tuesday. | Bible Vickie Carey Renata Dempsey Death Certificate Beverly Matthews Obit Barbara Erwin Family Records Phyllis Long Photo Fred and Neoma Sherman |
| ERWIN, Gertrude "Gerty" Forest | Apr. 1, 1883 Barry Co., MO |
Sept. 18, 1884 Barry Co., MO |
Inscription: "Dau. of S. E. and M. J." - Research Note: Daughter of Sam E. Erwin and Mary Jane Rogers. | Photo Fred and Neoma Sherman Family History Vickie Carney Barbara Erwin |
| ERWIN, Child | 1917 | Dec. 23, 1919 | Research Note: Cassville Democrat, Saturday, Jan. 3, 1920 - The 2 year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Judge Erwin of Wayne died Dec. 23, 1919 of whooping cough and pneumonia. Rev. P. B. Hodge conducted funeral services at Truelove Church on 24th and interment was made in cemetery there. A tender plant has been transported to heaven to bloom eternally. | Online Newspapers Phyllis Long |
| ERWIN, Joshua Edward | Apr. 4, 1827 Unicoi Co., TN |
May 11, 1873 Wayne, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: 3 upright stones together, Joshua, his wife Rachel, and Rachel's mother, Hannah Weston. Son of Samuel Alexander Erwin, Jr. and Mercy Tilson. Joseph E. Erwin married Rachel Weston Sept. 15, 1853 in Barry Co., MO. - 1870 Census has Joshua Erwin, age 42; Rachel, age 32; Isaac, age 14; William, age 12; James, age 8; Sarah, age 7; Mercy, age 2. - Joshua served in the Confederate Army. Both Rachel and Joshua died from small pox. - Phyllis' notes: It is told that Joshua and Rachel had just bought property in Sherman, Grayson County, Texas and were getting ready to leave for Texas when they came down with small pox. - Linda Barbee Wilhite notes: The family information I have is that Joshua and Rachel both died of Small Pox epidemic in 1873. Their home had been used as a Hospital for it was the largest in the area. After the epidemic had run it's course their home was burned to the ground along with all the Erwin belongings including the family Bible containing the family history. | Headstone Betty Erickson Photo Fred and Neoma Sherman Note Barbara Erwin MO Marriage Records Census Note Phyllis Long |
| ERWIN, Meissorin/Missouri E. (MORGAN) | Oct. 5, 1867 | Aug. 11, 1889 Barry Co., MO |
Inscription: "Wife of S. E. Erwin" 22 yr, 5 mo, 5 ds" - Research Note: Missouri E. Morgan married Samuel E. Erwin Oct. 10, 1886 in Barry County. She was his second wife. - Another Photo | Photo Fred and Neoma Sherman Note Photo Barbara Erwin |
| ERWIN, Mary Jane (ROGERS) | Mar. 6, 1856 TN |
Apr. 30, 1885 Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: Daughter of Josephus Rogers and Sarah Jane Longley. First wife of Samuel E. (on stone Sam E.) Her stone reads M. J. Erwin. She married Samuel Erwin, Feb. 27, 1878 in Barry Co., MO. - Another Photo | Family History Vickie Carey Photo Barbara Erwin Census Phyllis Long Photo Fred and Neoma Sherman |
| ERWIN, Rachel (WESTON) | Aug. 25, 1835 Greene Co., TN |
June 2, 1873 Wayne, Barry Co., MO |
Inscription: "Wife of Jos Erwin" - Research Note: Daughter of Thomas A. Weston and Hannah Crumley. Joshua E. Erwin married Rachel Weston on Sept. 15, 1858 in Barry Co., MO. Daughter of Thomas and Hannah (Crumley) Weston. | Headstone Betty Fountain Erickson Photo Fred and Neoma Sherman Note Barbara Erwin Donna Cooper MO Marriage Records Phyllis Long |
| ERWIN, Samuel E. | June 11, 1849 Hancock Co., TN |
Oct. 27, 1936 Washburn, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: Samuel E. was the Son of William Stuart and Elizabeth Ann (Catron) Erwin. Info provided by family photos and grandmother of writer, Mrs. Hazel M. (Erwin) Higgs. Beverly's Note: Informant on his death was Noah Erwin, Exeter, MO. He was 87 years, 4 Months and 16 days of age. He was married to Bartie. Bartie passed away Feb. 1943, Barry Co., MO. - He first married Mary Jane Rogers, Feb. 27, 1878 in Barry Co., MO, and she was born Mar. 6, 1856. Sam second married Missouri E. Morgan on Oct. 10, 1886 in Barry County. Samuel E. Erwin, age 40, third married Bartie Roach, age 30, on Jan. 11, 1891 in Barry Co., MO. - Effie Erwin Attwell Scrapbook - S. E. Erwin was born in East Tenn., June 11, 1849. Died at his home near Exeter, Mo., Oct. 27, 1936, at the age of eighty-seven years, five months, and sixteen days. He was the son of the late William S. and Betsy Ann (Catron) Erwin. He was united in marriage to Mary Jane Rogers, 1877. To this union three children were born, Lilburn, Gilbert and Gertie. His wife passed away April 30, 1885. Later, he was united in marriage to Missouri Morgan 1888. To this union one child was born, W. M. Erwin. After the death of his second wife, he was united in marriage to Bartie Roach in 1891. To this union two children were born, Noah B. Erwin and Mrs. Nellie Luckey. While never uniting with any church, he expressed his hope in the Lord. He is survived by his wife, three sons, Lilburn, Monroe and Noah, and one daughter, Mrs. Nellie Lucky, one brother W. H. Erwin of Powell, Mo., two sisters, Tilday of Calif., and Mrs. Nannie Weatherly of Exeter, Mo., and nine grand children and many other relatives and host of friends. Mr. Erwin was a man of honest character, a good neighbor and was held in high esteem by his many friends. Funeral services were held at the home on Thursday afternoon, Oct. 29, 1936, by Chas Vanzandt. Burial in True Love Cemetery under the direction of the Koon Funeral Service. - Bartie Roach is buried at Maplewood Cemetery. - Another Photo | Nichole Phillips Vickie Carey Photo Fred and Neoma Sherman Photo Obit Barbara Erwin Death Certificate Beverly Matthews MO Marriage Records Phyllis Long |
| ERWIN, William Monroe | Jan. 22, 1888 Washburn, Barry Co., MO |
Nov. 1, 1971 Fort Worth, Tarrant Co., TX |
Inscription: "PFC US ARMY WORLD WAR I" - Research Note: Son of Samuel E. Erwin and Missouri Morgan. He was a delivieryman for Ft. Worth Box Lunch. Ethel Erwin was the informant on the death certificate. Cause of death was possible heart attack. He had lived in Ft. Worth for 32 years. - W. M. Erwin married Ethel Wynn on May 24, 1917 in Neosho, Newton Co., MO. William Monroe Erwin, age 79, married Ethel (Wynn) Hughes age 72, on Jan. 25, 1967 in Tarrant Co., TX. - Ethel was married to William Monroe Erwin first, divorced him and married Hughes, than divorced him and remarried William Monroe Erwin. She is buried at Durbin Cemetery in Wright Co., MO. Died in 1978. | TX Death Certificate Census MO Marriage Records TX Marriage Index Phyllis Long Photo Fred and Neoma Sherman |
| ERWIN, William Patrick | Abt. 1858 | Aug. 20, 1930 Washburn, Barry Co. MO |
Research Note: Son of Joshua E. Erwin and Rachel Weston. Informant on the death certificate was Calvin Fountain, Washburn, MO. He was widowed. farmer, abt. 78 years of age. Poisoned from something he ate. - Cassville Republican, Aug. 28, 1930 - Uncle Bill Erwin was buried at the Truelove cemetery Wednesday of last week. For the last two years he had made his home with the Tom Lydel family. He was 72 years of age and was a member of the Baptist church. Funeral services were conducted by Rev. Charles Vanzandt and the remains were laid to rest near his father and mother. The relatives and sorrowing friends have the sympathy of their many friends. | Death Certificate Beverly Matthews Cassville Republican Census Phyllis Long |
| ERWIN, William Stuart | Jan. 27, 1820 TN |
Jan. 30, 1892 Exeter, Barry Co., MO |
SSW: Elizabeth A. - Inscription: "Thy trials ended. Thy rest is won" - Research Note: The Erwins are all Mayflower descendants. Son of Samuel Alexander Erwin, Jr. and Mercy Tilson. William S., along with his brothers, Joshua, George, and Samuel, enlisted in the Confederate Army at the same time. | Headstone Renata Dempsey Note Phyllis Long Photo Fred and Neoma Sherman |
| EVANS, Sarah Ann "Sally" (GEORGE) | July 26, 1844 Barry Co., MO |
Nov. 3, 1919 State Hospital, Nevada, Vernon Co., MO |
Research Note: Wife of Wesley Oliver Evans. Daughter of David Overton George and Sarah R. Smith buried at Washburn Prairie Cemetery. Very little information on the death certificate. Beulah Bell of Nevada, MO was the informant. - Wesley O. Evans married Sally A. George on July 25, 1869 in Barry Co., MO. - Cassville Republican, Nov. 13, 1919 - Sarah A. Evans Funeral: The funeral of Mrs. Sarah A. Evans who died at Nevada November 3 was held in this city Wednesday afternoon of last week at the home of her daughter, Mrs. C. M. Landis, conducted by Rev. Lawrence Orr. Following the funeral service her body was taken to the Truelove cemetery on Washburn Prairie for burial. - Cassville Republican, Nov. 27, 1919 - Card of Thanks: We, the children of Mrs. S. A. Evans deceased, desire to thank all the good friends of the vicinity of Cassville and Truelove who so kindly extended their sympathy and assistance at the death and funeral of our mother. Mr. and Mrs. C. M. Landis, Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Evans, Mr. and Mrs. W. A. Hines, Mr. and Mrs. K. C. Smith, Fred Sills. | Death Certificate Census MO Marriage Records Online Newspapers Phyllis Long Photo Fred and Neoma Sherman |
| EVANS, Wesley Oliver | Oct. 10, 1844 Greene Co., MO |
July 10, 1887 Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: Son of Joseph Evans and Mary Elizabeth Leathers. | Census Phyllis Long Photo Fred and Neoma Sherman |
| FIELDS, Berthena Gertrude (THOMPSON) (LEE) | Sept. 25, 1838 Rhea Co., TN |
Aug. 2, 1911 Barry Co., MO |
SSW: Chambers - Research Note: Daughter of Stephen Henry Thompson and Elizabeth Peterson. Stone reads Berthena but obituary reads Perthena and has 1838 on it. Her death certificate has her name as Berthina and reads that her father was Stephen Thompson, born Rhea Co., TN and that her mother's maiden name was Peterson. The cause of her death was listed as vascular heart disease. Newton Meador of Washburn, MO, gave the information. - Berthena Thompson married Newton M. Lee on Mar. 11, 1860 in Barry Co., MO. Berthena G. Lee, age 59, married Chambers Fields, age 69, on May 15, 1898 in Washburn, Barry Co., MO. - Cassville Republican, Barry Co., MO, Aug. 10, 1911 - Mrs. Parthena Fields died August 2, of dropsy at the home of her daughter, Mrs. I. N. Meador, near Exeter. Her body was buried Thursday at the Truelove Cemetery near Washburn. Mrs. Fields was 74 years of age and was an old citizen of this county, having lived here almost continuously since about 1857 when her parents moved to Barry County from Johnson County. Her first husband, Newton Lee, was killed during the Civil War. After this time she underwent all the hardships incident to war times, trying single handed to care for her children. She was married about ten years ago to John Fields of Washburn. He died two years ago. Since that time she has made her home with her daughter. Mrs. Fields was a sister of Frank Thompson of this city, Henry Thompson of Exeter, W. R. Thompson of Washburn and Joe Thompson son of Newton County. | Photo Fred and Neoma Sherman Online Obit Census MO Marriage Records Phyllis Long Death Certificate Donna Cooper |
| FIELDS, Chambers | 1829 Clark Co., IN |
1909 Barry Co., MO |
SSW: Berthena G. - Research Note: Son of Abner Fields and Eveline Whiteman. Chambers Fields married Eleanor "Nellie" Amick on Mar. 12, 1850 in Clark Co. IN. Chambers Fields, age 69, married Berthena Lee, age 59, on May 15, 1898 in Washburn, Barry Co., MO. Enlisted in the Civil War on Aug. 28, 1862, Co. G., IN 93 INF. Mustered out on June 20, 1865. | IN Marriage Index MO Marriage Records Civil War Records Census Phyllis Long Photo Fred and Neoma Sherman |
| FLETCHER, Betty Maxine (STARK) | July 30, 1937 Raymondville, MO |
June 7, 1981 | SSW: Willie Don - Research Note: Daughter of Earnest J. Stark and Stella F. Martin. | SS Claims Index Phyllis Long Photo Fred and Neoma Sherman |
| FLETCHER, Doyle Leroy | Aug. 14, 1933 Barry Co., MO |
Oct. 8, 1971 U of M Medical Center, Columbia, Boone Co., MO |
SSW: Lorene A. - Research Note: Son of Melvin Cecil Fletcher and Dorothy Frances Hickman. Resident of Star Rt., Washburn, Barry Co., MO. | Death Certificate Census Phyllis Long Photo Fred and Neoma Sherman |
| FLETCHER, Lorene Adella (WRIGHT) | Jan. 1, 1933 Washburn, Barry Co., MO |
Apr. 10, 2007 Springfield, Greene Co., MO |
SSW: Doyle Leroy - Research Note: She was the daughter of Clarence and Neva (Snook) Wright. She married Doyle Leroy Fletcher on July 8, 1952, in Hutchinson, Kansas, and he preceded her in death October 8, 1971. She was preceded in death by one brother, Jack Wright. | Photo Fred and Neoma Sherman Online Obit Monett Times Jay Trace |
| FLETCHER, Willie Don | Oct. 21, 1931 Washburn, Barry Co., MO |
Jan. 4, 2017 Cassville Health Care, Cassville, Barry Co., MO |
SSW: B. Maxine - Research Note: He was the son of Melvin and Dorothy (Hickman) Fletcher and was raised by his grandparents, Elizabeth and William Hickman. On August 28, 1952 he was united in marriage to Betty "Maxine" Stark, who preceded him in death on June 7, 1981. In May of 1997 he married Loretta Day who died February 14, 2015. Others preceding him in death were his parents; one brother, Doyle Fletcher and one step-son, Leonard Day. Don was a life-long resident of Barry County. He attended school at Cave springs, Fox, Rocky and Union Valley. He was a long time self-employed logger in this area and for several years owned and operated a saw mill. | Fohn Funeral Home Phyllis Long Photo Fred and Neoma Sherman |
| FULP, Ruth E. (ROBERTSON) | Abt. 1832 NC |
Apr. 1881 | Inscription: "Wife of P. H. Fulp - Age ___,11 mos, 21 ds" - Research Note: Ruth E. Robertson married Peter H. Fulp on Jan. 24, 1856 in Hendricks Co., IN. - 1880 Census, Sugar Creek, Barry Co., MO - Peter Fulp, age 48, born NC; Rutha, wife, age 48, born NC; Lizzie daughter, age 18, born IN; Joseph, son, age 13, born IN; Hannah, daughter, age 12, born IN. - Another Photo | Census IN Marriage Index Phyllis Long Photo Fred and Neoma Sherman Photo Jay Trace |
| GOWEN, ___ | No Date | No Date | Inscription: "Infant __ of B. A. and S. S." - Research Note: Child of Burrell Anderson Gowen and first wife Sarah Truelove. | Note Phyllis Long Photo Jay Trace |
| GOWEN, Alfred T. | Sept. 20, 1877 | Oct. 4, 1877 | Inscription: "Infant Son of B. A. and S. S." - Research Note: Child of Burrell Anderson Gowen and first wife Sarah Truelove. | Note Phyllis Long Photo Jay Trace |
| GOWEN, Infant Daughter | Nov. 18, 1874 | Jan. 26. 1875 | Inscription: "Infant Daughter of B. A. and S. S." - Research Note: Child of Burrell Anderson Gowen and first wife Sarah Truelove. | Note Phyllis Long Photo Jay Trace |
| GOWEN, Infant Daughter | Nov. 4, 1872 | Nov. 4, 1872 | Inscription: "Infant Dau. of B. A. and S. S." - Research Note: Child of Burrell Anderson Gowen and first wife Sarah Truelove. | Note Phyllis Long Photo Fred and Neoma Sherman |
| GOWEN, Infant Daughter | May 17, 1879 | May 18, 1879 | Inscription: "Infant Dau. of B. A. and S. S." - Research Note: Child of Burrell Anderson Gowen and first wife Sarah Truelove. | Note Phyllis Long Photo Fred and Neoma Sherman |
| GOWEN, Infant Son | Apr. 7, 1887 | Apr. 7, 1887 | Inscription: "Infant Son of B. A. and N. J." - Research Note: Son of Burrell Anderson Gowen and second wife Nancy Jane Durham, both buried at King Cemetery aka Roller Cemetery, between Washburn and Seligman. | Note Phyllis Long Photo Fred and Neoma Sherman |
| GOWEN, Sarah S. (TRUELOVE) | Apr. 9, 1852 | July 6, 1882 | Inscription: "Wife of B. A. Gowen" - Research Note: First wife of Burrell Anderson Gowen. Daughter of Timothy and Sarah Truelove buried at Truelove Cemetery. Sarah Truelove married Burrell Gowen on Jan. 11, 1872 in Barry Co., MO. | Census MO Marriage Records Phyllis Long Photo Fred and Neoma Sherman |
| HARRISON, Francis Marion (STEVENSON) | Apr. 24, 1834 Cincinnati, OH |
Oct. 13, 1913 Washburn, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: NOT BURIED HERE. Her death certificate says she was buried at Truelove but is incorrect. Her stone is in Crow Pond Cemetery. - Crow Pond Cemetery - Name may be some variation of Frances Marian, since this is a woman, and typically male spellings were on cert. Parents were listed as Hugh and Marion (Marian?) Stevenson of OH. Informant listed as Fred F. Harrison. - October 30, 1913, Thursday, Cassville Republican - Wayne News: Grandma Harrison died at her home one mile southwest of Wayne of paralysis. She was 78 years, 5 months and 20 days old. She was laid to rest Wednesday at Truelove. We extend our sympathy to the family. | Death Certificate Jay Trace Online Newspapers Barbara Erwin |
| HEREFORD, Catherine (DODSON) (NEILL) | May 17, 1816 TN |
July 1, 1900 MO |
Research Note: Researchers say she was the daughter of Oliver Dodson and Elizabeth Fly. Catherine Dodson married William Oliver Neill on Feb. 25, 1839 in McMinn Co., TN. They moved with their family from McMinn Co. Tenn, to Kingston, Ark. by ox team and covered wagon, with their household goods, stock, etc. The trip took 6 weeks. She and William Oliver had 9 children: Julian Neill who died in the Civil War and is buried in Pea Ridge Cemetery; Thomas Neill who died in Civil War and is buried in Pea Ridge Cemetery; Elizabeth Virginia Neill (Melissa); Nancy Olivia Neill (Nanny), born June 21, 1844 and died October 17, 1922 in Pea Ridge, Ark.; William Oliver Neill, Jr., born 1845 and died in 1934, and buried in Truelove Cemetery near his mother's grave; Tennessee Neill (Holland) (Hilton); John Marion Neill (Jack) who lived in North Missouri; George Neill who was killed in a logging camp in Palousa, Wash.; and James Addison Neill, born October 17, 1857, lived most of his life on a farm between Cassville and Washburn, and died Jan. 26, 1941 and is buried in Brookline Cemetery, Greene County, MO. - Catherine Neill, 52, from Barry Co., MO, second married William Harriford/Hariford/Hereford, age 64, from Benton Co., AR, on Aug. 27, 1868 in Benton Co., AR. - 1860 Census, William, Catherine and family are in Mount Vernon, Benton Co., Arkansas, Post Office Pea Ridge, AR. - 1870 Census, Sugar Creek, Barry Co., Missouri Catherine has married William Hereford, with his Hereford children and her children George and Addison Neill. - 1900 census, Exeter, Barry Co., Missouri, she is living with daughter Tennessee (Neill) Hilton as Catherine Hereford, widowed. | Family Records Frank Clark Census TN Marriage Records AR Marriage Index Phyllis Long Photo Fred and Neoma Sherman |
| HICKMAN, Barthenia Elizabeth (METCALF) | June 22, 1884 Estill Co., KY |
Nov. 29, 1972 | SSW: William M. - Research Note: Second wife of William M. Hickman. Barthenia Elizabeth "Lizzie" (Metcalf) Hickman married William M. Hickman on Feb. 12, 1902. She was a daughter of Elijah James and Mary Frances (Sparks) Metcalf. | Photo Fred and Neoma Sherman Family Census Patty McWilliams |
| HICKMAN, Edwin E. | Oct. 31, 1879 KS |
Jan. 20, 1899 Barry Co., MO |
Inscription: "19 y 2 m 20 d, Jan. 20, 1899 son of O. P. and F." - Research Note: Edwin E. Hickman is listed as Edward (may be his middle name) in the 1880 KS census with his parents. His birth was calculated from his age at death along with the 1880 census which reports his birth as Oct. 1879. He was a son of Oliver P. and Frances (Winterbottom) Hickman also buried in Truelove Cemetery. | Photo Fred and Neoma Sherman Family Census Patty McWilliams |
| HICKMAN, Elnora (WHITT) | Jan. 15, 1881 | Oct. 6, 1899 Barry Co., MO |
Inscription: "Wife of W. M." - Research Note: Daughter of Jonas James Whitt and Phoebe Ellen Fields. Phoebe was the daughter of Chambers Fields, listed on this page. First wife of William M. Hickman. - November 9, 1899, Thursday, Cassville Republican - Washburn News: Died, Nov. 6, wife of William Hickman, and interred in the Truelove cemetery the 7th. Mr. Hickman's child died before the wife. - Stone has October as the date. Patty's Note: Barry County Marriage Bk I, 1897-1902, pg 42 William Hickman, age 22, and Elnora Whitt, age 16, married Nov. 3, 1897 by H. Pinkson, MG. These dates fit with the dates of their tombstones. This info would also fit with the stone for Infant Hickman in Truelove, died Oct. 1899 - he may have died at birth since there is only one date. | Photo Fred and Neoma Sherman Online Newspapers Jay Trace Note Patty McWilliams |
| HICKMAN, Frances (WINTERBOTTOM) | Apr. 1854 London, England |
Oct. 12, 1927 Blackwell, Kay Co., OK |
SSW: Oliver - Research Note: Daughter of William and Sarah Winterbottom. Frances Winterbottom, age 20, married Oliver P. Hickman, age 26, on Sept. 3, 1874 in Crawford Co., KS. Frances came to America with her parents, age 2, and siblings on the ship Wyoming from Liverpool, England. They arrived on Jan. 1, 1856 in Philadelphia, PA. She was the mother of William M. Hickman and Edwin E. Hickman buried in Truelove. Her name was said to be Winterbottom. - Cassville Democrat, Oct. 22, 1927 - Mrs. Fannie Hickman, former old time and highly respected citizen of the Washburn community, died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Mamie Hood, at Blackwell, Okla., last Wednesday. Mrs. Hickman was born near London, England. And came to the United States in 1865 and first settled in Illinois, going from there to Ft. Scott, Kansas. She was married to Oliver Hickman at Girard Kan., in 1873 and came to Barry county in 1891, where she resided until she went to Oklahoma, a few years ago to reside with her daughter. Her husband preceded her in death in the year 1902. She was 73 years old and had been a member of the Methodist church many years. Funeral services were held at Washburn, Thursday afternoon, conducted by Rev. McNabb, after which the remains were laid to rest in the Truelove cemetery, under direction of Horine's Funeral Service. She leaves one daughter, Mrs. Mamie Hood, of Blackwell, who faithfully attended her during her sickness, and one son, Will of near Washburn. Her son Orlando was killed in the world war and went down with the transport ship Ticonderoga on September 30, 1919. She also leaves 9 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren and one brother, Jas. Winterbottom of Metz, Mo. She was an excellent mother and citizen and will be sadly missed by her relatives and acquaintances. | Online Obit Photo Fred and Neoma Sherman Family Patty McWilliams KS Marriage Index Census Ship Passenger Lists Phyllis Long |
| HICKMAN, Oliver Perry | 1846 Hancock Co., IL |
1902 Barry Co., MO |
SSW: Francis - Research Note: Son of James H. Hickman and Mary D. Blake. Oliver was the husband of Frances Winterbottom; father of William M. and Edwin E. buried in this cemetery. Patty posted that he was born in 1847. The stone reads 1846. - The 1900 census for Ash Twp., Barry County and an online family group sheet posted by Terry J. Hickman reads that his birth date was Sept. 1847. Terry posted that he was born in Hancock Co., IL. | Photo Fred and Neoma Sherman Tombstone Census Patty McWilliams |
| HICKMAN, Orlando "Ned" Perry | Feb. 14, 1923 Washburn, Barry Co., MO |
Aug. 27, 1996 Mt. Comfort, MO |
Research Note: Son of Perry G. Hickman and Eva R. Searl. Navy Veteran, enlisted on Mar. 28, 1944 and released on June 26, 1945. Married Vivian Virginia Havoline on July 15, 1941, she died in 1983, buried at Rocky Comfort Cemetery. - Military Stone - Inscription: "S2, US NAVY, WW II" | Joplin Globe Aug. 29, 1999 Photo Fred and Neoma Sherman SS Claims Index Veteran Burials Phyllis Long Photo Jay Trace |
| HICKMAN, Infant | No Date | 1899 | Research Note: November 9, 1899, Cassville Republican - Washburn News: Died, Nov. 6, wife of William Hickman, and interred in the Truelove cemetery the 7th. Mr. Hickman's child died before the wife. - Child of William M. Hickman and Elnora Whitt. | Online Newspapers Cassville Republican Jay Trace |
| HICKMAN, William M. | Apr. 29, 1875 Crawford Co., KS |
Jan. 20, 1958 Washburn, Barry Co., MO |
SSW: Barthenia E. - Research Note: Patty posted that he was born in 1876 and not 1875 as the stone reads. Death certificate has 1876. Son of Oliver Perry Hickman and Frances Winterbottom. Perry Hickman of Washburn, MO was the informant. - He first married Elnora Whitt and second Barthenia Metcalf, both listed on this page. | Death Certificate Phyllis Long Photo Fred and Neoma Sherman Family Patty McWilliams |
| HOOTEN, Bethella | Feb. 6, 1908 Barry Co., MO |
Jan. 15, 1911 Washburn, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: Daughter of George Elihu Hooten born IN and Sarah Frances (Baughman) Hooten born AR. Cause of death listed as Meningitis. Informant on the death certificate was George E. Hooten. | Family Data Jill Stafford Death Certificate Jay Trace Photo Fred and Neoma Sherman |
| HOOTEN, Floyd | 1918 Barry Co., MO |
1922 Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: Son of George Elihu and Sarah Frances (Baughman) Hooten. | Family Data Jill Stafford Photo Fred and Neoma Sherman |
| HOOTEN, Marie | Feb. 27, 1905 Barry Co., MO |
Mar. 31, 1906 Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: Parents may be George Elihu and Sarah Frances (Baughman) Hooten. | Cemetery Data Jill Stafford Photo Fred and Neoma Sherman |
| HOOTEN, Mary Ann (DAVIS) | Aug. 23, 1843 Vanderburgh Co, IN |
Dec. 24, 1921 Exeter, Barry, MO |
SSW: Willis A. - Research Note: Married Willis D. Hooten, on Feb. 28, 1864, in Spencer, Owen Co., IN. Her death certificate states that she died Dec. 24, 1922 and not 1921 as the stone reads. The 1922 one would be correct since the doctor filled it out at the time of her death. It states that her father was Joe Davis born in KY and her mother's maiden name was Wallace born in IN. Joe Hooten was the informant. | Cemetery Info Jill Stafford Photo Fred and Neoma Sherman Death Certificate Donna Cooper |
| HOOTEN, Oma | Feb. 23, 1906 Barry Co., MO |
Nov. 2, 1914 Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: November 5, 1914, Thursday, Cassville Republican - Omah Hooten, daughter of Uriah Hooten, died Nov. 2, after an illness of four weeks. She was a child who will be missed by her parents, teacher and follow pupils. Her teacher Lora Bacon. | Cemetery Info Jill Stafford Online Newspapers Phyllis Long Photo Fred and Neoma Sherman |
| HOOTEN, Virgil | Jan. 11, 1915 Barry Co., MO |
Jan. 4, 1917 Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: January 13, 1917, Saturday, Cassville Democrat - A 2 year old child of Mr. and Mrs. Jos. Hooten of Liberty township died Jan. 4 of membranous croup. Rev. Chas. Vanzandt conducted funeral services at the Truelove Church and the remains were interred in the cemetery there. | Cemetery Info Jill Stafford Online Newspapers Phyllis Long Photo Fred and Neoma Sherman |
| HOOTEN, Willis Arthur | Mar. 2, 1868 Paragon, Morgan Co., IN |
Dec. 22, 1934 West Of Exeter, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: Nickname was "Art". Son of Willis D. and Mary Ann (Davis) Hooten. No indication of marriage. His death certificate reads that he died Dec. 26, 1934, which would be the correct date since the doctor filled it out at the time of his death. His father was given as born in Spencer, IN and his name as Willis Hooten. His mother was given as Mary Davis born in IL. His birth place of Paragon is located in Morgan County. He was a farmer listed as single. He had a cerebral hemorrhage. Phyllis' Note: Son of Willis and Mary (Davis) Hooten. Single. Cause of Death: Cerebral Hemorrhage. - Cassville Republican Oct. 2, 1919 - Art Hooten ate all he could Sunday at the dinner at Fred Cole's and then filled his pockets full of chicken bones. | Death Certificate Online Newspapers Phyllis Long Photo Fred and Neoma Sherman Obituary Jill Stafford Death Certificate Donna Cooper |
| HOOTEN, Willis Davis | Jan. 28, 1840 IN |
Aug. 14, 1929 Liberty, Barry Co., MO |
SSW: Mary A. - Research Note: Certificate was in Civil War pension records. Married Mary Ann Davis on Feb. 28, 1864 Spencer, Owen, MO. Son of Emanuel Hooten and Elizabeth Massey. J. G. Hooten of Exeter, MO was the informant on the death certificate. - Cassville Democrat, Aug. 23, 1929 - Willis Davis Hooten, son of Emanuel and Elizabeth Hooten, was born January 28, 1840, died Aug. 14, 1929 age 89 years, 6 months and 17 days. He was married to Mary Ann Davis, Feb. 28, 1863. She preceded him in death seven years ago. To this union seven children were born, six of who survive home. Mrs. Elizabeth Reed preceded him in death eleven years ago. He leaves to mourn his death, six children, who are: Arthur, Joe and George of Exeter, Mo., Mrs. Laura Carney and U.H. Hooten of Collinsville, Tex., and Mrs. Adeline Rose of Odell, Ark., also three brothers, Geo. Of Haberton, Ark., John of Winslow, Ark., and Isaac of Fairland, Okla. Two sisters, Jane Hooten of Martinsville, Ind., and Mrs. Sarah Taylor of Green Castle, Ind. Also 43 grandchildren, 73 great-grandchildren and six great great-grandchildren. Mr. Hooten was converted at an early age and united with the Exeter Baptist church, a number of years ago. He enlisted during the Civil War in the 59th Ind. Volunteer Infantry and served two years and 10 months. Funeral services were conducted at the True Love church on Wednesday afternoon. Aug. 14, by Rev. Chas Vanzandt. Burial in the True Love cemetery under direction of the Barr and Blankenship Funeral Service. | Online Obit Phyllis Long Photo Fred and Neoma Sherman Death Certificate Jill Stafford |
| IRWIN, M. Deo | Apr. 28, 1902 | July 10, 1902 | Inscription: "Son of J. B. and H. J." | Photo Fred and Neoma Sherman |
| JENNINGS, Dorothy Frances (HICKMAN) (FLETCHER) | Dec. 30, 1913 Washburn, Barry Co., MO |
Aug. 18, 2001 | SSW: Floyd E. - Research Note: Daughter of William Hickman and Barthenia Metcalf. Dorothy Hickman first married Melvin Cecil Fletcher on Sept. 24, 1930 in McDonald Co., MO. Melvin died in 1957 and is buried at Owsley Union Cemetery in Longview, McDonald Co. MO. Dorothy F. Fletcher, age 45, married Floyd E. Jennings, age 50, on Sept. 28, 1959 in MN. | SS Claims Index MO Marriage Records MN Marriage Records Phyllis Long Photo Fred and Neoma Sherman |
| JENNINGS, Floyd E. | July 8, 1909 Aurora, Lawrence Co., MO |
Sept. 28, 1996 Cassville, Barry Co., MO |
SSW: Dorothy F. - Research Note: Son of William Frederick Jennings and May Belle Matthew. He was a World War II Army Air Corps veteran. He married Dorothy Frances Fletcher on Sept. 28, 1959, at Dilworth, MN. - Still single and living with his parents in the 1940 census. | Photo Fred and Neoma Sherman Census Phyllis Long Note Misc. Jasper Co., MO Obituaries Online Jay Trace |
| JOHNSON, Infant | June 24, 1912 Exeter, Barry Co., MO |
June 24, 1912 Exeter, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: This was an unnamed female child. The cause of death was premature birth. the father was listed as H. F. Johnson, born in MO. The mother was Nora (Bayless) Johnson, born in MO. | Note Death Certificate Jay Trace |
| JOHNSON, William | Apr. 21, 1868 | Oct. 29, 1868 | Inscription: "Son of J. T. and M. J. Johnson" - Research Note: Son of John Thomas Johnson and Mary Jane Holt, both buried at Oak Hill Cemetery. - Father's Obit | Note Phyllis Long Photo Fred and Neoma Sherman |
