Hi, I have seen two messages recently that referenced the BYRD surname. One was from Marianne on Aug 21st and the other from Mary Ann on Aug 22nd. Instead of sending a similar reply to both individuals, I decided to send a combined reply to the MOJEFFER group. My father was Joshua BYRD PATTERSON and his father was Walter BYRD PATTERSON. Walter was actually called "BYRD PATTERSON". I have known for some time that there were BYRDs in Jefferson County and I believe that I probably have "BYRD" ancestors somewhere along the line, but I haven't found any yet. Frankly, I've spent more time so far researching my mother's family, partly because I have a lot more living relatives on that side. For whatever it's worth, other known surnames on my father's side are RUTLEDGE, JONES, and SULLENS. My great-great-grandfather, James PATTERSON, was married to Milly (last name unknown). Milly was Walter's grandmother, maybe she was a BYRD. I would appreciate any information that Marianne, Mary Ann, or anyone else in the group might be able to supply. Thanks, Bob Patterson St. Louis, MO BobPat@aol.com