Seeking information on parents of Robert Jefferson Craighead, born 31 Mar 1863, Defeated, TN, Smith Co. His Dad was William (Jeff) Jefferson Craighead born 1839 in TN, his wife was Mary R.   Gregory.  Need infor on his death where/when.  She is buried Craighead Cemetery, Smith Co. Seeking info on ancestors of this family. Thanks for any help C. J. Craighead Have RV Will Travel Colonel J. Craighead 512-259-0891 Have RV Will Travel

I was just into the Smith county census and I am really puzzled. I see Craigheads in 1820, in 1830 there is not a one listed, then they are back in 1840( I think that year is when it is spelled Cragett) Anyone have any idea what happened to all of them in 1840?