Hi All, I am looking for information on Joseph "Joel" Collins b. Aug 8, 1827 in Conecuh County? Alabama, and died 14 Nov 1903 in Karnes County, Texas. He married Mary Ann Stuckey. Any information would be greatly appreciated. Jason _____________________________________________________________________ You don't need to buy Internet access to use free Internet e-mail. Get completely free e-mail from Juno at http://www.juno.com Or call Juno at (800) 654-JUNO [654-5866]

Hello Everyone, This is my first posting. See below my COLLINS linage if there is a match with yours please contact me. Thanks, Bruce Collins ------------------------------------------------------------------------ 1 James Henry COLLINS b. 1835 England d. 1903 Cincinnati Ohio m.27 Feb 1862 Cincinnati Ohio to Iasbella BENDLE b.7 Mar 1840 England d.15 Nov 1916 Cincinnati Ohio 2 Harry S. COLLINS 2 Jenny COLLINS 2 Ella COLLINS 2 Emma Bendle COLLINS b. Mar 1861 Cincinnati Ohio d.26 May 1941 Cincinnati Ohio 2 Albert Henry COLLINS b.8 Apr 1867 Cincinnati Ohio d.15 Jul 1935 Cincinnati Ohio 2 Clifford Frederick Collins b. 15 May 1870 d. 15 Nov 1943 Cincinnati Ohio m. 23 Sep 1891 Chicago Ill to Charlotte "Lottie" Beall b.16 Jan 1870 Cincinnati Ohio d. 29 Apr 1965 Clearwater Fl 3 Dorthy COLLINS b 19 Jul 1892 Covington In. d.6 Jun 1988 Atlanta Ga m.2 May 1912 Norwood Oh. Douglas T. ELLISON m.23 Dec 1921 Chicago Ill William T. MILLS b.20 Aug. 1885 Calhoon Co. Ga. 4 Douglas T. ELLISON b.19 May 1914 Ft. Thomas Ky. d.28 May 1914 Ft. Thomas Ky. 3Charles Glen COLLINS b 21 Aug 1894 Hartwell Ohio d 24 Nov 1963 Ft. Thomas Ky m.31 Aug 1942 Elizabeth HAILEY d. 1982 3 Marjorie Bendle COLLINS b 27 Sept 1897 Avondale Ohio m.4 May 1922 Clarence W. PFIFFER 3 Clifford Frederick COLLINS Jr. b.24 Feb1903Cincinnati Ohiod.31Dec.1990 Cincinnati Oh m.Elizabeth REED m. 15 Dec 1946 Ruth Hoffman MILLER 4 Clifford Frederick COLLINS III b.4 Jan 1950 3 Bruce Milton COLLINS b 19 Feb 1908 Cincinnati Ohio d.26 Jan 1982 Ft. Thomas Ky. m.24 Jun 1939 Ft. Thomas Ky. Helen Georgia Anna ERPENBECK 16 Feb 1912 Newport Ky. d.17 Aug 1992 Covington Ky. 4 Me.

Seeking information on William W. Rochester (b:abt. 1820, d:abt.1865 in SC). and his wife Jane Collins (b:abt.1822). Children include: Sarah (b:abt 1844) James H. (b: Feb 1846 in Abbeville, SC) Jane (b:abt 1848) William A. (b:abt. 1850) John D. (b:abt. 1852) Thomas A. (b:abt 1855) Mary (b:abt 1858) William W. (b:abt.1863)

James had two known children: 1. James Potter Collins Nov 22, 1764 Lincoln Co., Tn. D. April 14, 1840 Tn. ? 2. Francis Collins March 11, 1791 SC d. 1844 Stewart co., Tn. Francis married 1st: Alice Brown(e) abt 1827 one known child: James Monroe Collins Jan 2, 1827 Stewart co. Tn Francis married 2nd: Annis (Anna) unknown about 1829 five known children 1. John collins ca 1830 Tn 2. Benjamin Collins ca 1836 Tn 3. Francis Collins ca 1837 Tn 4. Marion Collins ca 1838 5. Louisa collins ca 1839 Tn. Any information greatly appreciated Will share all information Thanks 'In prosperity our friends know us; in adversity we know our friends" LaNoy Collins golffer4@mercury.net http://www.geocities.com/rainforest/3860/ Have a nice day. Researching: Ainsworth, Bateman, Brown, Collins, Jones, Martin, Patterson, Pearre

This article was from a newspaper in Troy, Obion County, Tn. and was sent to me by Mr. Ben Brewer. This is being posted here because Annis (Anna) lived here at one time. She appears on the 1840 census of Stewart co, Tn. with her husband Francis Collins b. March 11, 1791 S.C. Francis Collins died in 1844. OLDEST WOMAN IN AMERICA Mrs. Anna Collins of Troy, Tennessee Is in her 108th year. Mrs. Anna Collins of Troy, Tennessee is probably the oldest woman in the United States. She was born in Robertson County, Tennessee April 17, 1788 and is therefore in her 108th year. Her husband, Francis Collins, was born March 11, 1791 and came from South Carolina to West Tennessee. He was one of the most noted methodist evangelists that was ever in the south. It is said of him that in one of his revival meetings such enthusiasm was manifested that there were in two weeks 845 conversions and 456 accessions to the church. Five children were born to Francis and Anna Collins, two of whom are still living, the eldest being a man of three score and six years. She has used tobacco constantly for fifty-five years and is as strong today as most women at the age of 45. Does anyone know or connect Annis (Anna) Collins? Will share any information Thanks 'In prosperity our friends know us; in adversity we know our friends" LaNoy Collins 10620 SW 27th Ave D-3 Ocala, Fl. 34476 golffer4@mercury.net http://www.geocities.com/rainforest/3860/ Have a nice day. Researching: Ainsworth (SC, Ky, Ms. Tx.) Bateman (NC, Tn, Tx.) Brown ( TN) Collins (NC, SC, Ky, Tx.) Jones (Va, NC, Tx) Martin (Al, Ms, Tx) Patterson (Va) Pearre (Md, Tn )

Someone on this list was looking for a Mahlon COLLINS. I found the following land grant to Mahlon COLLINS dated 31 May, 1796 in Montgomery Co., VA. for 50 acres on the waters of Maiden Creek a branch of New River. Grants 34, p. 269. The site to download a copy of the original land grant is: http://image.vtls.com/collections/LO.html Hope this helps. Bobbie

I've been meaning to ask... I have copies of some old photos (originals in my cousin's possession) that have puzzled me from the beginning. The surnames common to the family give no hint that anything unusual might be suspected-Collins, Higgins and Peyton are perfectly common, old American names. But, when one looks at these pictures, they are not English or Irish looking people. One of them has a very AmIndian look to her, another is a dead ringer for O. J. Simpson. All are, apparently, olive complexioned, black hair (my mother had auburn highlights), high cheekbone and deep set eyes. I have dead-ended on this family, in both directions, and they remain a mystery to me. Looking at my mother (Wagner), grandmother (Wyruck), g grandmother (Collins), and gg grandmother (Peyton), I can see the maternal blood ran strong, for each one of them is their mother's image (until you get to me). I feel that if I could understand the bloodline of this exotic looking family, that maybe it would be a clue that might help me restart my maternal genealogy. can anyone suggest anything? The kinda strange thing is, the earliest ancestor's photos don't look as exotic as their children's, and yes, they were blood related. I've seen the family Bible and have other records, as well. The earliest ancestors (Francis Lee Collins and Mary Jane Peyton) just look homespun American. I did check into the Mellungeon's, but could not find anything there. Collins is the only one of these surnames that has a Mellungeon background, and I can't connect, as yet, with any of them. Cornelia

I am still looking for the parents of Clinton L. Collins b c1832. He married 1. Clementine Amanda Tinsley , Walker Co. TX 2. Laura Adaline Tinsley 3. Margaret Jones Thruman Williams, both in Tyler, TX I know he was in Tyler, Smith County, TX i 1883. His children were: Virginia, William, Clinton, Laura, Percival, Ulysses & Oscar. He was a printer and owned a couple of news papers in Tyler, TX. He was from either Mississippi or Alabama. One census said he was a sheriff. Laura

Looking for info re Richard Collins who married Betsy(Last name unknown) Betsy was born 7/11/1811 Died 5/3/1890 Daughter Annie(DOB-5/3/1842 & died 1/18/1909) who married ? Carter and had a daughter Josephine,born 10/16/1892. Carter was killed in the Civil war. She them married Hudson Branson (DOB 11/3/1836) on 10/28/1865. They had 5 children one of whom was Sarah Ellen Branson who was my grandmother,born 4/11/1882. This all happened in Ocean County NJ. Ocean County was at one time part of Monmouth County.

Marlin R. Collins BESSEMER, Ala. - Marlin R. Collins, 44, of Bessemer, formerly of Eskdale, W.Va., died Feb. 19, 1998, in Bessemer Caraway Hospital after a short illness. He was a general laborer for U.S. Steel, a Baptist and a member of UMW Local 2133, Bessemer. Surviving: sisters, Linda A. Wood of Charleston, S.C., Diana Rose of Quarrier, W.Va., Rozella Michalsky of Juneau, Alaska, Leneache Zielonka of Wilmington, N.C.; brothers, William of Goshen, Ind., Edward A. of Concord, N.C.; six nephews; five nieces. Service will be 11 a.m. Monday at Pryor Funeral Home, East Bank, W.Va., with the Rev. Henry "Bill" Stanley officiating. Burial will be in Woodside Cemetery, Quarrier. Friends may call from 7 to 9 p.m. today at the funeral home. Source-Charleston Gazette,Charleston,WV Sherry Crawford Dansher@tkdyer.com

Sylvia Collins PELHAM, N.C. - A funeral for Sylvia Ganey Newcomb Collins, 54, 374 Poole Road, will be conducted 4 p.m. today at Arlington Baptist Church by the Rev. Dr. Samuel L. Greeson and the Rev. Michael Kent. Burial will be in Schoolfield Cemetery. She died Friday afternoon, Feb. 20, 1998, at her residence. Born June 27, 1943, in Danville, she was the daughter of Joseph H. Ganey and Susie Crawford Ganey, who survives. She was married to Carl "Bebo" Collins, who survives. A resident of Caswell County for most of her life, she was a homemaker and a former assistant school teacher for Caswell County School System and also Danville Christian Schools. She was a member of Arlington Baptist Church, where she taught Sunday school for 30 years. In addition to her mother of Danville, Va., and husband of the residence, survivors include three daughters, Toni Newcomb Furgurson and Traci Newcomb Gunnell, both of Pelham, and Nikki Lynn Collins of the residence; two stepdaughters, Janice Collins and Cathy Collins, both of Danville, Va.; two brothers, Joseph Craven Ganey of Huntsville, Ala., and James Douglas Ganey of South Boston; and three grandchildren. She was predeceased by a son, Joseph Anthony Newcomb. Swicegood Funeral Home is handling arrangments. The family will be at the residence of her daughter, Toni N. Furgurson, 342 Poole Road, Pelham.  Source-Danville Register Bee, Danville,Va Sherry Crawford Dansher@tkdyer.com

I am new to this list. I am posting to see if anyone may have information on my line. Here is what I have: James Hamilton Collins born may 19, 1859 in Jackson, Clarke co. Alabama Married Margret Tennesee Brightwell Dec 21 1886 in Stone County Ark. He died in 1935 in Fresno,CA They had three children to my knowledge. They were ORLENA, JAMES, and DELILAH LUCINDA. Thanks in advance for any info you may have! Shannon shandor@itsnet.com

Hi all Collins researchers, I searched all through Al. where my Thomas Collins lived for a while and died in 1920 and could find nothing about where he came from to Al. Today I contacted a distant relative who told me that they came to Al. from Oklahoma. I have found two Thomas Collins in the 1860 Census in Oklahoma. Does anyone out there have any knowledge or connection to this Collins? He was born in 1849. Married Alice Jones. She was born in 1851 and died in Al. in 1958. She was 105 yrs old. Thomas Collins 1860 Census/Enumeration Page #NPN Location- Jack's Fort District State - Oklahoma County - Choctaw Nation Thomas Collins 1860 Census/Enumeration Page # NPN Location - Going Snake District State - Oklahoma County - Cherokee Nation If not, how can I get more info? Also , what part of Oklahoma would this be? Thanks, Mary Lou

I am looking for information on my great-grandfather's family. My great-grandfather, Daniel COLLINS, was born in 1868 in Fletcher (Miami County), Ohio and moved to the Shelby County (Ohio) area about 1878. His father's name was William COLLINS who was born around October 1829. His mother's name was Elizabeth Ralston COLLINS, born October 4, 1845. The family lived in the Fletcher (Miami County), Ohio area prior to moving to Shelby County. The 1880 Shelby County (Ohio) census indicates that William COLLINS' father was born in Ireland. Thanks, Darlene Kramer

Joyce: Thanks for reply. My g-grandmother was Martha Bowers Collins. Don't have her date of birth, but James was born 1810. My Martha was born near Scotland Neck, NC. I'm keeping your information however. It may all tie in one day. Betty

Beth & Brenda, Your information is very interesting. I'm keeping it just in case I can link it all together. I have no names for James COLLINS parents or siblings. See previous message. Thanks for your reply. Betty.

Hello, I am looking for information on MATILDA COLLINS b. 1836 Russell Co. VA. Daughter of William Collins b. 1806 Russell Co. VA. William married Mary "Polly" Mullens (b. 1811) in 1829 in Pike Co. KY. Their daughter, Matilda, married Jacob "Alum Jake" Cline on 7/2/1852 in Logan Co. W.V. Matilda & Alum Jake's daughter Jeanetta "Nettie" Cline b. 1854 or 55 married William "Bill" Nelson Tuttle of Canada on Apr. 8, 1879 in Verndale, MN. Their daughter Matilda Eliza Tuttle, of Montana was my great grandmother. So Matilda Collins was my gr.gr.gr.grandmother and her father William another great on top of that. I don't have any further information on them than I have given you. Would you have info. I would appreciate your help. Thanks for your time. Marti

Hi: My name is Ann Hoskins-Brown and I am new to the Collins list. I am seeking information on Robert Collins of Culpeper Co. VA. According to the information I have, he enlisted in the 8th VA Regiment of Foot commanded by James Wood in April of 1779 and served through November of 1779. He appears in Franklin Co. KY in 1801 and is on the 1805 tax list with his sons where he had 140 acres on Benson Creek. He died in Franklin Co. in 1816 and is buried near Alton, KY. His children include Thomas, Dudley, Robert, Sarah (Sally), Nancy, Catherine (Kitty Kate), Edmund, and Richard. I descend from Thomas who married Mary Ann Bourne in 1811, Franklin Co, KY. I have Robert Collins father as JW Collins, but have no idea what JW stood for. Any information would be appreciated. I have really hit a brick wall and now that I've discovered the Collins mess web site - I understand why! Thanks for any help -- Ann ahoskinsbr@aol.com

Beth: My James COLLINS (as best I know) was born in 1810 and died in 1869. He lived in Bertie Co. NC - near Plymouth. He was married three times. My grandmother was one of his children. Her mother was Martha Bowers. It is still possible that we have the same family. The story that I have on James (passed down from others) is that his parents died when he was a young boy and he was left in the care of others (because he had no known relatives). The people he was left with went through the property that his parents left and then they apprenticed him out to people that were mean and beat him. He was cutting trees in the woods with the slaves and a slave gave him his shirt and told him to run. I don't know any more until he was grown . He was a master mechanic, built homes, cotton gins, and coffins. He had a plantation in the Indian Woods Section of Bertie Co. He was a farmer. The name of his first marriage is unknown. It was stated that she may have been Indian or half Indian. Their children were Elizabeth A., b.1830, mar William Henry Jackson; Nancy, b.1832, mar ____ Skyles; and Martha. The second marriage was Martha Bowers. Their children were: Laura, b1847, mar John Skiles; John, b 1849; Mary Winifred, b 1850, mar Thomas Augustus Berry (my grandparents); and Louisa, b. 1854, mar ____ White. I have more information. If you see anything that comes in your line, please let me know. I'm keeping your message in case John and Mahala are in fact the parents of my James Collins. Thanks, Betty.

Beth& Betty, My name is Brenda Collins Dillon. I have been searching for info on the parents of Meredith Collins who was b. 1760 Va and d. 1840 in Pike Co. KY. Nobody has ever found the parents of him either however he was in Wilkes Co. in 1796, married a first time in NC and had at least a son, Bradley Collins, and an unnamed daughter. I loose him from 1797-1800 when he appears in Russell Co. Va with a second wife and now 4 children so whereever he was durning those 3 years he lost one wife took a second and had two more children. I only mention this because when I first started researching him I was told the trail would bring me back to Plymouth in NC. Living around Meredith in Russell Co. was a James Collins that also appears to follow him to Floyd Co. KY in 1810. One researcher I spoke with from Oregon, Eula Conley believed that Meredith was a son of James. I found no proof. As a matter of fact I am only one of a number of researchers that have never been able to locate records of parents or marriage records for that first wife. Do you have a Meredith in your line? He named his first son Bradley which I always wondered if Bradley could have been the maiden name of that first wife. Any help would be appreciated. Brenda Collins Dillon