Posted on: Wilson Co. Tn Queries Reply Here: http://cgi.rootsweb.com/~genbbs/genbbs.cgi/USA/Tn/Wilson/741 Surname: ------------------------- Debbie, I believe that I have corresponded with you before since I,too, am descended from James Thompson, father of Rachel Payne, through his other daughter Mary w/o John Patton. I don't know that this will answer any questions that you posted, but here is some information taken from the hand-written records of Mt. Vernon Church located near Statesville in Wilson County. Listed among the members in 1827 is Rachel Payne along with her sister Mary Patton. I would guess that Rachel Payne is buried there. On a page dated May 15, 1834, Joseph Payne and Elizabeth Payne are named as"persons was on examination received into the church." I am sure there are other references to the Paynes in this intriguing record, but it will take time to find them. This may add a little flavor to your records and is certainly a primary record if you need one. Peggie