This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: batchelorw Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/surnames.roper/1875.1.1.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Bill, The Rutledge connection is interesting. I will check it out. In my opinion, there is a connection between the Ropers of Maury County, TN and the John Roper, Sr. and John Roper, Jr. of Cumberland County, KY. John Roper, Sr. of Cumberland County would have been the brother of the William Roper of Caswell, NC, who married Keziah Yates. 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. <br>