I don't think this is mine. My Jean/John was born 1853, 1855, or 1856. This John would probably be too young to be his father. But, it could still be a lead if he is say a namesake to my two Jean/John's. So, every little thing helps. Thank you for the information, Barbara. Did it say he was black? I run across a lot of black MORRIS and MAURICE as well. Shelia -----Original Message----- From: laorlean-bounces@rootsweb.com [mailto:laorlean-bounces@rootsweb.com] On Behalf Of Barbara Munson Sent: Sunday, June 24, 2012 7:24 PM To: Orleans List Subject: Re: [LAORLEAN] My brick wall from the newbie Shelia, There's a John Morris in the state death index who died in Calcasieu Parish 6/9/1915 at the age of 74.  This would mean he was born c. 1840.  If you're interested in ordering his death certificate, it's Page: 16944 Volume: 5 of the 1915 statewide death records.  This may or may not be your Jean Maurice, but the death certificate would likely list his wife's name. Barbara Munson ------------------------------- To unsubscribe from the list, please send an email to LAORLEAN-request@rootsweb.com with the word 'unsubscribe' without the quotes in the subject and the body of the message