Thank you, so much, for forwarding the quilt story to me. I really appreciate it. I have received so many wonderful devotional pieces, online, that have lifted my spirits and I believe have made me more thankful for the blessings that God has granted me. This is a very special time of the year and I wish all, who are reading this, the peace and joy that we can experience through the Resurrection Story. Viola

I would love to have the Quilt Story. I have Gordon connections. God Bless you in your sorrow. I hope that no one will be critical of our wanting this human interest story on this site. Forgive us . Viola

Hi-- Well, I don't know if our Gordons connect or not, but I'm feeling pretty connected with you right now. I loved your quilt story! I've been spending quite a bit of time talking things over with God myself in the last 3 weeks. On March 17, my husband of 19 years told my children and I that he loved us and left the house. Then he called me on the cell phone, told me he loved me and that he was sorry and then got out of his truck and shot himself. I have been pretty much in a state of shock - but trying to muddle through since I have 2 children to take care of. This was the last thing in the world I would ever have expected. He had shown some signs of depression that I can see in looking back, but nothing that grabbed my attention then. I can tell you honestly that I would not be surviving this at all without God's help, and all the angels He has sent to me in the way of family and friends. Anyway, thanks for sharing the story. I know some people get bent out of shape about non-geneology stuff, but I, for one, am glad you shared. Ronna

Hi Dana, I agree that Robert may not have come from the Alexander line. I like a line that included John GORDON b. Scotland before 1750, impressed into British army in the F & I. War and served in Nova Scotia, upstate NY (Fort Sedgewick in Rome, NY - not sure of name of fort but am sure it was in Rome), settled briefly in Londonderry, NH marrying Mary BOYCE probably d. of Robert BOYCE or BOYS. They settled in New Boston and then in what is now Windsor (Campbell's Gore then). They had a bunch of children and one may have been named Robert. She dies, he remarries. They emigrate to Chelsea, VT in 1780s. He dies in 1798 +/— My Robert appears in Corinth (located next to Chelsea) in 1801 when he marries Mary BOYDEN. The connection is poor but may be there. In the 1880 census my ggrandfather William GORDON reports that his father Robert was born in NH. I know that the census data can be poor. In this case my grandfather, John GORDON, was the census taker so maybe he got it right. Still searching for confirmation. Thanks for all your help.

Greetings Friend, I don't normally send on forwards except to a few friends, however yearly I'll pick something out and send it to everyone in my address book as a way to make sure the addresses are up to date. If you don't appreciate the forward, just delete it, and my apologies. For everyone else I hope you enjoy it. It was sent by a fellow pastor. With His love, Rev. Frank Subject: The Quilt As I faced my Maker at the last Judgment, I knelt before the Lord along with the other souls. Before each of us laid our lives, like the squares of a quilt, in many piles. An Angel sat before each of us sewing our quilt squares together into a tapestry that is our life. But, as my Angel took each piece of cloth off the pile, I noticed how ragged and empty each of my squares was. They were filled with giant holes. Each square was labeled with a part of my life that had been difficult, the challenges and temptations I was faced with in everyday life. I saw hardships that I had endured, which were the largest holes of all. I glanced around me. Nobody else had such squares. Other than a tiny hole here and there, the other tapestries were filled with rich color and the bright hues of worldly fortune. I gazed upon my own life and was disheartened. My Angel was sewing the ragged pieces of cloth together, threadbare and empty, like binding air. Finally the time came when each life was to be displayed, held up to the light, the scrutiny of truth. The others rose, each in turn, holding up their tapestries. So filled their lives had been. My Angel looked upon me, and nodded for me to rise. My gaze dropped to the ground in shame. I hadn't had all the earthly fortunes. I had love in my life, and laughter. But there had also been trials of illness and death, and false accusations that took from me my world as I knew it. I had to start over many times. I often struggled with the temptation to quit, only to somehow muster the strength to pick up and begin again. I had spent many nights on my knees in prayer, asking for help and guidance in my life. I had often been held up to ridicule, which I endured painfully; each time offering it up to the Father in hopes that I would not melt within my skin beneath the judgmental gaze of those who unfairly judged me. And now, I had to face the truth. My life was what it was, and I had to accept it for what it had been. I rose and slowly lifted the combined squares of my life to the light. An awe-filled gasp filled the air. I gazed around at the others who stared at me with eyes wide. Then, I looked upon the tapestry before me. Light flooded the many holes, creating an image. The face of Christ. Then our Lord stood before me, with warmth and love in His eyes. He said, "Every time you gave over your life to Me, it became My life, My hardships, and My struggles. Each point of light in your life is when you stepped aside and let Me shine through, until there was more of Me than there was of you. May all our quilts be threadbare and worn, allowing Christ to shine through. -Author Unknown

Hi Alice; Our emails crossed. I think the second email I sent answered these questions. At least, it had all the additional info that I have on these folks. What do you have that indicates Robert was from NH? I checked in the Descendants of Alexander Gordon and don't find any Robert that would fit yours. However, remember that there were other Gordon families in NH besides Alexander's. Best wishes, Dana Edgecomb Standish, Maine nighthawk@watchic.net At 09:36 PM 4/4/01 -0400, you wrote: >Hi Dana, >Thanks for fast reply. Do you know if Asa had any siblings. Was he the >eldest? Who were his grandparents. My Robert is a real brick wall. Possibly >the 2 families are related although my Robert did not name any of his sons >Robert (they were Asa, John, William who was my ggrandfather). > >Alice Gordon

I hope ya'll will forgive me, but this might be a little off topic. I just think a lot of folks can benefit from this. And NOT just here in Texas. The better site and mailing lists for the preservation of cemeteries. TX-CEMETERY-PRESERVATION http://www.geocities.com/lks_friday/CEMETERY-001.htm "Our Loose Ends" Genealogy Column by Lynna Kay Shuffield http://www.geocities.com/lks_friday/COLUMN-001.htm Check it out folks. Lynna Kay really knows her stuff. And..... she'll let you learn and discuss with out hindering you to a narrow and selfish way of thinking. She does NOT think that only her way is the right way. If you have a better way, I'm sure she'd like to hear it. Don't be restricted to only one site whose host will throw you off the list for not agreeing with her point of view. Ric Gordon Taylor, Williamson Co., Texas

John, Tried to access your http address and was told it was not available....is this due to it being an aol address? has the address changed? Any ideas? Sure would like to get into your history line. Thanks, Linda C.

In a message dated 4/4/01 9:19:38 PM Eastern Daylight Time, ANGordon@aol.com writes: > Am interested because my gggrandfather Robert GORDON who was supposedly born > in NH named his first son Asa. I can't find Robert ancestry by usual means > so I am trying by his first son's name. I see that your 'far fetched' wish has been answered, Alice! Welcome to the family. The Marion Otis book "Alexander Gordon and his Descendants" (Picton Press) cited by 'LarryWrite' is a wonderful work. I own two copies, one I'm wearing out, and one that I've put away in my daughter's hope chest. John Wesley Gordon Descendant of Alexander Gordon and Mary Lysson Researching Gordon and Maddox in York Co. Maine and So. NH <A HREF="http://hometown.aol.com/gordonsofmaine/myhomepage/heritage.html">Gordons Of Maine</A>

For anyone interested. Even though I have not been able to connect my upstate NH, Francis Archibald Gordon, to any member of the Gordon family located in the southern part of the state, I try to pass on whatever information I may find in other nooks & crannies to those who may possibily find a missing link. Here is what I recently found in the archives for the Town of Dalton, NH: #1. HIRAM GORDON, age 28, born in Lancaster, NH, living in Dalton, NH....married Sarah A. Bartlett, age 25, born in Carroll, NH, living in Littleton, NH....on December 24, 1859, in Dalton, NH by Moses Rix, Justice. #2. Dalton Marriages, year ending with Date of March 27, 1854 by Charles E. Blake, Minister of the Gospel: a) DAVID F. GORDON, farmer, age 24 of Lancaster, NH to Esther A. Crane, age 22 of Dalton, NH...on January 12, 1854 in Dalton, NH. Attest: B. Crane, Town Clerk b) HENRY H. GORDON of Bath, NH, age 27 (occupation: saddler) and Julia A. Kimball, age 18, of Dalton, NH...married March 15, 1854 in Dalton, NH Attest: B. Crane, Town Clerk My paternal grandmother, Inez Pauline Stuart Gordon, said that we were related to the Kimball's ....if anyone can help to link my Gordon's through some of the Kimballs who lived in this area, it would be very well appreciated. I hope these little tidbits help someone "with-a-hole-to-patch" in their brick wall...lol "just one more cuz" Linda T. Cloutier freedom@ncia.net

Marion Otis in her book,"Alexander Gordon and his Descendants" Page 87 lists David Gordon b. Hopkinton, NH 27 May 1774 d. 1849. Married 1799 Mary/Polly Hoyt b. 5 Apr 1781, d. 19 Jan 1852, dau of George HOyut of Weare, Resided Henniker. Eleven children listed. David's line is listed as (Jonathan, Abner, Daniel, Alexander). If you would like more information please advise me.

Hi Dana, Thanks for fast reply. Do you know if Asa had any siblings. Was he the eldest? Who were his grandparents. My Robert is a real brick wall. Possibly the 2 families are related although my Robert did not name any of his sons Robert (they were Asa, John, William who was my ggrandfather). Alice Gordon

NH Vital records has this: Asa Gordon died Hancock, December 9, 1896, age 93 years, 4 months, 14 days. He was born in Henniker, N.H., male, white, widower, farmer. COD pneumonia. He was buried in Hancock. Father David Gordon, born Henniker, N.H., farmer. Mother Mary Hoyt, born Weare, N.H. Reported Peterborough. Best wishes, Dana Edgecomb nighthawk@watchic.net At 09:15 PM 4/4/01 -0400, you wrote: >Need ancestors and any associated family of Asa GORDON b. July 24, 1803 in >Henniker, NH. He was reportedly son of David GORDON and Polly HOYT of Weare, >NH. Asa married Lydia dau. of Cutting and Ruth FAVOR Sept 3, 1841. (source >History of Henniker p. 592.. > >Am interested because my gggrandfather Robert GORDON who was supposedly born >in NH named his first son Asa. I can't find Robert ancestry by usual means >so I am trying by his first son's name. Far fetched but maybe .... > >Thanks and Good Hunting to everyone. > >Alice Gordon

Need ancestors and any associated family of Asa GORDON b. July 24, 1803 in Henniker, NH. He was reportedly son of David GORDON and Polly HOYT of Weare, NH. Asa married Lydia dau. of Cutting and Ruth FAVOR Sept 3, 1841. (source History of Henniker p. 592.. Am interested because my gggrandfather Robert GORDON who was supposedly born in NH named his first son Asa. I can't find Robert ancestry by usual means so I am trying by his first son's name. Far fetched but maybe .... Thanks and Good Hunting to everyone. Alice Gordon

Hi Connie... Do you have any information on James Gordon? My 3x Gr-Grandpa was James Gordon. I have no further info on him. He had a daughter, Mary Ann b. 1819 in MD. Thanks Susan lvisfan35@home.com ----- Original Message ----- From: "Connie Bradbury" <bradbury@ptialaska.net> To: <GORDON-L@rootsweb.com> Sent: Sunday, April 01, 2001 8:09 PM Subject: John B. Gordon > I am researching this Gordon family. I believe the father of John B. Gordon is James Gordon and his mother could be Sarah Lumpkins. > > John was born 24 May 1808 probably in Kentucky and died 21 Mar 1861 in Cedar Co., Missouri. He married Nancy Thomas 2 Jan 1834 in Cole Co., Missouri. > > They had: Elizabeth b. 10 Jul 1834, James L. b. 7 Oct 1836, Maria b. 9 Oct 1838, William P. b. 1843, Missouri V. b. 14 Nov 1844, John Thomas Gordon b. 9 Feb 1848, George M. b. 11 May 1851, Sidney Caroline b. 11 Oct 1853; Mary A. b. 15 Apr 1856. > > I will be happy to exchange information on any of these people. > > Thanks. > > Connie >

I am researching this Gordon family. I believe the father of John B. Gordon is James Gordon and his mother could be Sarah Lumpkins. John was born 24 May 1808 probably in Kentucky and died 21 Mar 1861 in Cedar Co., Missouri. He married Nancy Thomas 2 Jan 1834 in Cole Co., Missouri. They had: Elizabeth b. 10 Jul 1834, James L. b. 7 Oct 1836, Maria b. 9 Oct 1838, William P. b. 1843, Missouri V. b. 14 Nov 1844, John Thomas Gordon b. 9 Feb 1848, George M. b. 11 May 1851, Sidney Caroline b. 11 Oct 1853; Mary A. b. 15 Apr 1856. I will be happy to exchange information on any of these people. Thanks. Connie

On Fri, 30 Mar 2001 18:09:50 -0600 "Beryl Gordon" <bgordon@micoks.net> writes: > Would there by any chance be a HOWARD GORDON listed in the book, > Howard was born Feb 23,1789 in VA I will look to see if there are any Howard Gordons in the book, but it will be a few days before I can get to it (book is on fiche). Mary Moyer ________________________________________________________________ GET INTERNET ACCESS FROM JUNO! Juno offers FREE or PREMIUM Internet access for less! Join Juno today! For your FREE software, visit: http://dl.www.juno.com/get/tagj.

Bonna Rebecca Pritchard, born 1885 in Connersville, IN married Harvey Adams Gordon, born 1884 in Raleigh, IN in Richmond, IN. For whatever reason, contact with the Pritchard family broke off. Bonna was the aunt of my wife Mary Jane Pritchard, who is trying to fill in blanks in her family history. Would appreciate hearing from anyone who might know or is related to Bonna and Harvey Gordon. Thank you. Dick.

Hello Mary, I just wanted to thank you for checking on Clarence, but he is the wrong one. Thanks for trying Tina

Mary. Would there by any chance be a HOWARD GORDON listed in the book, Howard was born Feb 23,1789 in VA I have not been able to determine what county or who his parents are. Best guess is the part of VA that later became KY, because he married in Estill Co. KY in 1813. Any help would be appreciated. Thank You. Beryl Gordon Cleveland, Mo. -----Original Message----- From: Mary G Moyer <mgmoyer@juno.com> To: GORDON-L@rootsweb.com <GORDON-L@rootsweb.com> Date: Friday, March 30, 2001 1:12 PM Subject: re: Josiah, Adonijah and Clarence Gordon in VA >The book Gordons in Virginia does not have Josiah or Adonijah in the >index. The only Clarence listed is Clarence Benton Gordon who was born 8 >May 1889, son of Edward Churchill Gordon & Eliza Cash, of Chariton Co, >MO. There is more info on this family and if you want it, I'll post it. > >Mary Moyer >________________________________________________________________ >GET INTERNET ACCESS FROM JUNO! >Juno offers FREE or PREMIUM Internet access for less! >Join Juno today! For your FREE software, visit: >http://dl.www.juno.com/get/tagj. > >