Hi, I am posting my interests to your list. I am seeking any information on the surname Cavender before 1847. My ggg-grandmother was Dianah Cavender (born:1837, TN). Her obit said that she lived in Eden, Illinois. (Well, there are several Edens in Illinois!) Her mothers name was Mary, father unknown. She had brothers, Henderson, Greene, and James, all three brothers born in Illinois before 1838. They moved to Iowa in 1847. I can't find anything in Illinois for this family and it is my biggest brick wall! Any information would be helpful and most appreciated! Have a good day! Lynn Clarke-Dallas, TX US email: isha2000@netzero.net My genealogy website: http://freepages.genealogy.rootsweb.com/~clarke --- Outgoing mail is certified Virus Free. Checked by AVG anti-virus system (http://www.grisoft.com). Version: 6.0.333 / Virus Database: 187 - Release Date: 3/8/02