Granny, I understand , none of the Cottons are related to you, that's probably good. But, getting to dear old Robert, shouldn't there be some kind of simple record of his death ? Even as early as 1824 ? Finding his burial plot I realize is impossible, at this point in time. I know I am being redundant, but on this entire Vermilion Co., LIST, I can't believe there isn't someone with a bit of information. It is the same thing on the Cotton List. If he was an old bandit, I can accept that, we all have them. But will keep searching. Thank you again for your patience. Lois