Hi! I am new to these Highland Co., OH lists and this is my first posting. I am searching for information on the parents/family of Reece W. Barnes, who was born in WV, and lived most of his life in Highland County. He is my gr-gr grandfather. Reece was born 15 June 1801. He married Casandra Lucas 17 Oct. 1822 in Highland Co. He died 22 Oct. 1891, and is buried at the cemetary behind the Methodist church in Boston, Ohio, which is 5-6 miles east of Hillsboro on Rt. 50. I have been unable to find a death record in Highland Co., so perhaps he did not die there, although I know he was living there (in Paint Twnsp.) at least as late as 1880. After Casandra died he was living with his son, R.W.Polk Barnes and his family. I have "circumstantial" evidence that he might be the son of Elias Barnes and Mary (Woolf) Barnes, but have nothing concrete. Any and all help or advice would be greatly appreciated. Sincerely, Lynn Barnes Mitchell [email protected] P.S. One last thing, does anyone know if it is actually possible to purchase Elsie J. Ayres Highland Co. History anywhere? Thanks! Lynn