A new website has been activated that will follow where RAOGK(Random Acts of Genealogical Kindness) went.  Working with Dale Schneider, husband of RAOGK’s late founder, Bridgett Schneider, the group was led by Mark Rabideau who did the organizing and programming. Take a look at www.generousgenealogists.com  .  There are already some volunteers listed and many more are needed.  For both accuracy and privacy reasons, the original RAOGK’s volunteer database was not used, so if you were listed before, you need to sign up on the new site.  If you weren’t listed before and can do a lookup near where you live, your are invited to sign up.  If you are in need of a lookup, check out the growing database of volunteers. To access the volunteer database or to sign up, go the www.generousgenealogists.com   and click on Volunteers   Kathy Genealogists never die, they just lose their census. Visit my family history website: http://dutraporter.tribalpages.com/

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: Sereniti2012 Surnames: Melton, Black Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.illinois.counties.white/4541/mb.ashx Message Board Post: I'm looking for my ancestor Luke Melton who was the father of Elbert Melton. Elbert was born 1852 and married at some point to Caroline Black. Elbert had a son named Cedell and one name Mack among others. Cedell(Francis) Melton (1902) was my grandfather. My dad was also named Cedell(Amos) Melton (1926) Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

* OBITUARY: Larry E. Draper * September 13. 2012 11:00PM * Larry E. Draper, 70, of Carmi, passed away Wednesday, September 12, 2012 at 2:15 a.m. at his residence in Carmi. He was born November 10, 1941 in Enfield the son of Maurice and Dana Elmeto (Wilson) Draper. He married Patricia Carroll Winter November 18, 1967. Larry was a meter man for Superior Oil Co. and a self-employed carpenter after retirement. He served in the National Guard and was a member of the Carmi Lions Club and Emmanuel United Methodist Church in Carmi. The family would like to thank VNA TIP Hospice of Mt. Carmel for their exceptional care. Larry is survived by his wife of 44 years, Pat Draper of Carmi; his mother, Dana Draper Ward of Carmi; two sons and daughters-in-law, Chris and Cyndi Draper of Raleigh and Jason and LeeAnn Draper of Carmi; a sister, Linda Draper of Enfield; three grandchildren, Lincoln, Abigail and Emmaline Draper; his mother-in-law, Mary E. Winter of Carmi; two brothers-in-law, Richard and Janice Winter of Burnt Prairie and Doug and Nancy J. Winter of Mill Shoals. He was preceded in death by his father; stepfather, Irvin Ward; and father-in-law, Norman Winter. Funeral services for Larry E. Draper, 70, of Carmi, will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, September 15, 2012 at Campbell Funeral Home with the Revs. Mike Buckman and Gene Ramsey officiating. Burial will be in White County Memorial Garden in Carmi. Friends may call on Friday from 5 until 8 p.m. at Campbell Funeral Home in Carmi. Memorial contributions may be made in Larry's name to the Carmi Lions Club and will be accepted at the funeral home. For more information, visit campbellfuneralservices.com.

— Ida Mae Southard, 85, of Norris City, died 7:05 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 12, 2012, at Wabash Christian Retirement Center in Carmi. She was born June 15, 1927, in White County, the daughter of Joel and Mattie Evelyn (Snyder) Healy. She married Carmel C. Southard; he preceded her in death. She is survived by a son, Robert (Helen) Healy of Kankakee; two grandchildren, Michelle and Forest; and a brother, Joel Healy Jr. of Norris City. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents; four brothers, James William Healy, George Arnold Healy, Charles Mason Healy and Sammie Healy; and four sisters, Lilly Ellen Healy, Stella Evelyn Cable, Mary Elizabeth Healy and Rutha Ann Thornton. Mrs. Southard worked as a psychiatric aide at the former Kankakee State Mental Hospital. Funeral services will be held 1 p.m. Sunday at Gholson Funeral Home in McLeansboro with the Rev. Robert Sefried officiating. Burial will be at Digby Hill Cemetery in Dale. Visitation will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home. Memorials may be given to the Wabash —

* OBITUARY: Donna K. Barnes * September 07. 2012 5:00PM * * * Donna K. Barnes, 67, of Marion, Ky. and formerly of Carmi, died Thursday at Deaconess Hospital in Evansville, Ind. She was a member of Marion United Methodist Church and the Red Hatters Society. Surviving is her daughter, Amy Cardwell of Marion, Ky. She was preceded in death by her husband, Jay Barnes; son, Robbie Cardwell; parents, Dean and Wanda Wilson and one sister. Services are scheduled for 2 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 9 at Gilbert Funeral Home in Marion, Ky. with interment in Mexico Cemetery. The family will receive visitors from 5 until 8 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the Marion United Methodist Church, 112 S. College St., Marion, KY 42064. Gilbert Funeral Home of Marion, Ky. is in charge of all arrangements.

* OBITUARY: Norma Scott * September 07. 2012 12:00PM * Norma Scott, 78, of Grayville died Thursday, September 6, 2012 at Meadowood Nursing Home. She was born august 27, 1934, in Lancaster, the daughter of Kenneth and Iva (Cunningham) Hocking. Norma was a home health care worker and enjoyed sewing, arts and crafts and was a very talented at oil painting. Survivors include two sons, Richard Scott of Mt. Vernon, Ill., Douglas (Leslie) Scott of Fairfield; five daughters, Linda (Merle) Rogers of Sandoval, Peggy (Richard) Rogers of Carmi, Theresa (Charles) Hodgson of Crossville, Crystal (Bryan) Dicus of Carmi, Debra (Ronnie Rosenberger) Taylor of Flora; two sisters, Betty Trier of Mattoon, and Shirley (Byron) Boddy of Lovington; and a brother, Burleigh (Sherry) Hocking of central Illinois; numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren. At Norma's request, her remains were cremated and there will be no services. Cook Funeral Chapel in Carmi is in charge of arrangements. More information is available at cookfuneralchapel.com.

* OBITUARY: Eugene Hubert "Duby" Atteberry * ugene Hubert "Duby" Atteberry, 91, of Carmi passed away Tuesday, September 4, 2012 at his home. He was born February 8, 1921 in Burnt Prairie to Jesse M. and Norah (Hon) Atteberry. Duby married the love of his life, Edna LaVaughn Messersmith, on February 9, 1943, in St. Charles, Mo. Duby proudly served his country as a Sergeant in the Marine Corps 3rd Amphibious Corps artillery division in the South Pacific during World War II and was honorably discharged on November 10, 1945. After the war, Duby returned to Warren Petroleum in Crossville for 18 years before being transferred to Hobbs, N.M. until he retired in 1985. After retirement, Duby and Edna returned to Carmi to be with their friends and family and enjoy life. They also spent time in Okeechobee, Fla. where they enjoyed crappie fishing. Duby was a member of the American Legion, VFW, Elks, and was a 32nd degree Mason. He was a lifelong learner and an avid reader. Duby could strike up a conversation with most anyone and enjoyed visiting about any subject from the oilfield, space flight, gardening, world geography or how to cook the best chicken and ribs on a grill and that "you can pickle anything." He was a quiet and gentle man. Duby is survived by two daughters and a son-in-law, Pamela Jackson and Becki (Larry) Munholland of Healdton, Okla., one son and daughter-in-law Brad (Darlene) Atteberry of Littleton, Colo.; three granddaughters Kim Channel, Mandy Munholland, and Hailey Atteberry; and six grandsons Mike Jackson, Chris Jackson, Greg Munholland, Jeff Munholland, Garrett Atteberry and Jacob Atteberry; one great-granddaughter and three-great grandsons. Duby was preceded in death by his wife, Edna, brother, Charlie Atteberry, and son, Kyle Atteberry. A Celebration of his Life will be held at 10 a.m., Saturday, September 8, 2012 at Stendeback Family Funeral Home in Carmi. Military rites will be provided by the American Legion and VFW Posts of Carmi. Masonic rites will be provided by Carmi Masonic Lodge #272. There will be a visitation preceding the service, beginning at 9 a.m. Condolences may be left at stendebackfamilyfuneralhome.com.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: nancyd65 Surnames: Stephens and Smith Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.illinois.counties.white/2226.1.4/mb.ashx Message Board Post: More than likely the mentioned, Alexander Stephens, who died in 1919 was Alexander Drury Stephens, b. 27 June 1859, Jackson Co., Tennessee, d. 24 June 1919, White Co, Illinois. His parents were John and Rhoda (Smith) Stephens. Rhoda's parents were were Drury and Millie Smith. Many of these Stephens and Smiths are buried at Bruce Chapel, then Jarrell's Cemetery, Carmi twp., IL. These families came from Jackson Co., Tennessee (1850) to Henderson, Kentucky (1860) then to Enfield Township, White Co., Illinois (1870). I have been researching this line for over 40 years. There is no connection to a Job or Mahala in this line that I am aware of. Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: nancyd65 Surnames: Stephens and Smith Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.illinois.counties.white/2226.1.3/mb.ashx Message Board Post: More than likely the mentioned, Alexander Stephens, who died in 1919 was Alexander Drury Stephens, b. 27 June 1859, Jackson Co., Tennessee, d. 24 June 1919, White Co, Illinois. His parents were John and Rhoda (Smith) Stephens. Rhoda's parents were were Drury and Millie Smith. Many of these Stephens and Smiths are buried at Bruce Chapel, then Jarrell's Cemetery, Carmi twp., IL. These families came from Jackson Co., Tennessee (1850) to Henderson, Kentucky (1860) then to Enfield Township, White Co., Illinois (1870). I have been researching this line for over 40 years. There is no connection to a Job or Mahala in this line that I am aware of. Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: nancyd65 Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.illinois.counties.white/323.329.1.1.1.1.1.4.2/mb.ashx Message Board Post: I found these Coales in the Grayville, IL area. I only know of them through Clifford's wife, Mary Josephine Brown, whose Grandmother, Martha Jane Grant and my Great Grandmother, Cynthia S. Grant were sisters. Cliff and Jo were close to my parents. I recommend that you speak with your father and document, as much as you can, while he is alive and willing to talk about it. Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: ABCRAIG Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.illinois.counties.white/243.244.314.832.1.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Linda, Would you please contact me at abcfhist@hotmail.com. Beth Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: Rimell Surnames: BRADDY, LEE, RANDOLPH, KING Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.illinois.counties.white/1989.2.2/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Hi Lisa, be sure to take all those online ancestry trees with a grain of salt. A lot of folks out there make "leaps of faith" and connect names that are unproven relationships. So just be sure you are double checking with other researchers and asking them where they get their information. That's why this forum is so helpful because we researchers of the same family roots can get together online here and discuss our findings and share documents, photos, etc. My information on the Braddy's is sketchy at best- which is why I started this particular thread on Ancestry.com's Message Boards. The only info I can give you to go on is Joseph Braddy (possible father of Polly Ann Braddy Lee Randolph King) purchased land in Illinois in 1855: BRADDY JOSEPH FD NENE 25 01S 04E 3 4000 13 500 March 29, 1855 041 112 177 469637 0 (Jefferson County, Illinois. His date of birth is estimated at 1799 and death estimated at sometime after 1855. This is the only documentation I have and I can't be sure of much with only this info. Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: Rimell Surnames: BRADDY, LEE, RANDOLPH, KING Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.illinois.counties.white/1989.1.2/mb.ashx Message Board Post: So sorry it has taken me over a year to reply! I have two possible children that show up in the census as being born AFTER Polly Braddy married William Morgan King on March 12, 1867 - White County, Illinois (volume 007). In the 1870 Census, William and Polly are listed in Burnt Prarie, School Twp with children: Martha-(Invalid 1834, KY) William-1841 IL Sally-1846 KY Susan-1867 IL Charles-1869 IL Are Susan and Charles their children? I do have a great deal on Polly as she was my GGGG-grandmother. The only photo I have is of her headstone. I'd love copies of the probates if its not too much trouble. Scott Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

* OBITUARY: Jacob C. "Jake" Wheeler * Posted September 03. 2012 1:00PM * Jacob C. "Jake" Wheeler, 22, of Carmi passed away Friday, August 31, 2012. Jake was born November 4, 1989 in Fairfield, the son of Harold T. and Jane Ann (Staley) Wheeler. Jake was a 2008 graduate of Carmi White County High School and a U.S. Army Iraq War veteran and was currently in the Army Reserves. He attended First Christian Church in Carmi. Jake is survived by his parents, Harold T. "JR" and Jane Ann Wheeler of Carmi; his wife, Michele (Hiller) Wheeler of Troy, Tx.; a brother, Jeremy and Amber Wheeler of Norris City: two step-sons, Ethan Blanco and Dylan Stuckey; two nieces, Sidney Wheeler and Abbie Buttry; two nephews, Austin and Denver Wheeler; and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. He was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Robert and Alma Doris Staley, his paternal grandparents, Harold and Norma Jean Wheeler and his special friend, Jessi M. Evans. Funeral Services for Jacob C. Wheeler, 22, of Carmi will be at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, September 5, 2012 at First Christian Church in Carmi with Steve McClure officiating. Burial will be in Centerville Cemetery near Carmi with military rites by the Carmi American Legion and VFW. Friends may call from 5 until 8 p.m. Tuesday, September 4 at the Campbell Funeral Home in Carmi and again on Wednesday from 9:30 a.m. until service time at the church. The family requests that memorial contributions be made in Jake's memory to Campbell Funeral Home to help with funeral expenses. For more information visit campbellfuneralservices.com. * *

. OBITUARY: Robert E. "Bob" Pollard . Posted August 29. 2012 8:13AM . Robert E. "Bob" Pollard, 62, of rural Carmi, died Sunday, August 26, 2012, at his home. He was born November 23, 1949, in Burnt Prairie, the son of Leonard Darrel Pollard and Gladys Faye (Ude) Pollard. Bob was a graduate of Mills Prairie High School in 1967, a US Army Vietnam War Veteran and retired from Roundy's Foods in Eldorado, where he was a warehouseman. He enjoyed staying around his home and doing various construction projects on and around his property. Survivors include his mother, Gladys Pollard of Fairfield; three daughters, Jennie (Jeff) Lockeby of Carmi, Jamie Miller and Crystal Schulz, both of Crossville; two brothers, James (Sarah) Pollard and Roy D. Pollard, all of Burnt Prairie; eight grandchildren, Adrianna, Keaton, Shiann, Donovan, Christopher, Brandon, Dylan and Marissa; three nieces, Dodie (Bruce) Dickey, Dinah (Jason) Edgington and Devan Pollard; two great nephews, Dayne and Daylon Pollard. He is preceded in death by his father, Leonard Darrel Pollard. Visitation and funeral are Friday, August 31, at Cook Funeral Chapel in Carmi. Visitation is at 5 p.m. and funeral is at 7 p.m. Private burial will be in Kingdom Cemetery near Carmi. .

* OBITUARY: Thelma Lorine Calkin * Posted August 29. 2012 8:22AM * Thelma Lorine Calkin, age 87, of Carmi, passed away Tuesday, August 28, 2012, at Deaconess Hospice Care Center in Evansville, Ind. She was born March 24, 1925, near Tonkawa, Okla., the daughter of Charles Thomas and Mary Alice (McRee) Cain. She married Carson C. Calkin March 15, 1943, at Fort Bragg, N.C., and he preceded her in death on September 20, 1990. Thelma worked at Pee Wee's Grocery and later, Mear's Market for 52 years. Mrs. Calkin was of the General Baptist faith. Thelma loved to bake and shared her pies, cakes, and cookies with many in Carmi. Thelma is survived by five daughters and three sons-in-law, Pricilla and Harold Holland Jr. of Carmi, Mary Calkin of Ponca City, Okla., Nancy Snyder and her companion, Danny Hale, of Maunie, Billie and James Barger of Enfield, and Connie and Ryan Bingman of Carmi; six grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-granddaughter. She is preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Carson; three brothers, Harvey, Manford and Andrew Cain; two sisters, Maudine Clark, and Maxine Pollard; and a granddaughter, Michelle, who passed away in 2005; and her good friend, Arthur Mick. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, September 1, 2012 at Stendeback Family Funeral Home in Carmi. Visitation will be held from 6 until 8 p.m. Friday in the funeral home chapel. Rev. Mike Buckman will officiate the funeral service. Burial will take place in Centerville Cemetery. Condolences may be left at stendebackfamilyfuneralhome.com.

* OBITUARY: Jessi Evans * Posted August 29. 2012 1:33PM * Jessi Evans, 17, of Norris City was tragically taken from us on August 27, 2012. She was born February 10, 1995 in Fairfield. Jessi was entering her senior year of high school at NCOE. Jessi was a talented artist and loving aunt with many aspirations. She is loved and will be missed by the community, her friends and family. She was a wonderful light to all who met her, and her smile could brighten a room. Jessi is survived by her mother Kris Evans, sister Megan Evans, nephew Miles Herrington, brother Ryan Evans, grandparents Jolean and Wesley Buzun, and grandparents Linda and Randal Godfrey. Funeral Services for Jessi Evans, 17, of Norris City will be held at 1:30 p.m. Saturday, September 1, 2012 at Crossroads Bible Church in Norris City with Mike Fields officiating. Friends may call from 4 until 8 p.m. on Friday at Crossroads Bible Church and again Saturday from 12:30 p.m. until the service at 1:30 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to the family in Jessi's memory at Banterra Bank in Norris City. Campbell Funeral Home in Norris City is in charge of arrangements. For more information please visit campbellfuneralservices.com.

* OBITUARY: Gladys Marea Roser White * Posted August 29. 2012 1:53PM * Gladys Marea Roser White, 98, of Carmi, died Tuesday, August 28, 2012, at Daviess Community Hospital in Washington, Ind. She was born April 19, 1914, at the family home two miles north of Carmi, the daughter of Charles E. and Minnie (Lutz) Roser. She married Lehman Leslie White on November 11, 1933, and he preceded her in death on January 9, 1966. Gladys enjoyed caring for the sick and helping neighbors along with sending cards, painting, quilting, gardening, sewing, entertaining, and traveling. She was an excellent cook and made countless cakes and pies for family and friends. She attended the First Baptist Church. She worked as a pastry cook at Robb's Coffee Shop in Carmi and 11 years as a clerk at the L. Haas Store. She was a charter member of White County Association for Home Education (formerly known as Home Bureau.) When her children were young, she was active in PTA, and served as a leader in Cub Scouts, Girl Scouts and 4-H. Survivors include two sons, Don (Margaret Miller) White of Carmi, Alan Dean (Linda Isenburg) White of Thornton, Colo.; daughter Donna White (Scott) Land of Carmi; brother Carl Roser of Carmi; five grandchildren, Rhonda White Smith, Rodney White, Robyn White, Michelle Land (Robin) Harris, Kristin Land (Jared) Blaylock; five great grandchildren, Courtney Smith, Dylan Smith, Rory Harris, R. Kit Harris and Landry Blaylock. She is preceded in death by her parents; husband; and brothers Doyle and Ralph Roser. Visitation is 5 until 7 p.m. Friday, August 31 at Cook Funeral Chapel in Carmi. The funeral is at 1 p.m. Saturday, September 1 at Cook Funeral Chapel. Burial will be in White County Memorial Gardens near Carmi. Memorials may be made to Make-A-Wish Foundation at Cook Funeral Chapel or at wish.org. More information is available at cookfuneralchapel.com.

* OBITUARY: George B. "Tex" Craft * * * Posted August 30. 2012 2:00PM * George B. "Tex" Craft, 98, of Grayville, died Thursday, August 30, 2012, at Meadowood Nursing Home in Grayville. He was born October 3, 1913, in Mt. Calm, Tx., the son of Bethel and Ada (Patterson) Craft. He was married to Blanche (Bennett) Craft, and she survives. Tex was a retired electrical lineman, and during his retirement, he enjoyed fishing, meeting with friends at the local coffee spots, and getting around Grayville on his John Deere lawnmower. Survivors include his wife, Blanche Craft, three special nieces, Sandra Bostic, Sharon (Delbert) Brines, all of Grayville; Elsie (Floyd) Brinson of Culver, Ore.; sister-in-law Alberta Bradford, brother-in-law Thomas Bennett, all of Kansas, Ill.; and several other nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his parents, brother William Henry Craft, and sister Ethel Irene Muzel. Graveside services will be at 2 p.m., Sunday, September 2, 2012 at Oak Grove Cemetery in Grayville. There will be no prior visitation and those wishing to attend should arrive at the cemetery prior to 2 p.m. Cook Funeral Chapel in Grayville is in charge of all arrangements. More information is available at cookfuneralchapel.com. * *

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: Natashafleck Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.illinois.counties.white/1894.2.1.1.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Did you get my email? Lol. It is innocently.evil@Live.com just in case you didnt. Thank you VERY much. Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.