Hello, I am looking for info on these surnames : Vandergrift or any other spelling of the name. Related surnames : Dobbs, Dooley. My family lived in DeValls Bluff, Ar from about 1880 until at least 1920. In researching my ancestors I have learned that my g grandfather is J.Thomas Vandergrift born about 1865 in Tn. He married Laura A Johnson {nee Dobbs} she was the widow if James Johnson, in Oct 1887. She was born about 1869 in Mo. They had several children, names unknown except for my grandfather Thomas Fred born in 1897/98. In the 1920 census Laura was still alive & living in DeValls Bluff with my grandfather & 2 Dooley grandchildren, names are Joseph & {Emma} ? Does anyone know anything about these families ? I have been told that they were {River People} & lived near the white river. Many thanks to all that respond. Sincerly, Alice