Checking Cyndi's List this morning, I found this under Supplies, Charts, Forms, Etc. It is a form to use when you wish to send a Family Group Sheet via email. I have not had time to try it out but thought some of you might find it interesting and perhaps useful. <http://www.geocities.com/Heartland/Meadows/7970/vfgs.html> Have Fun! Jo Russell

Posted on: Robertson County Texas Queries Reply Here: http://cgi.rootsweb.com/~genbbs/genbbs.cgi/USA/Tx/Robertson/300 Surname: none ------------------------- South on hwy 6 from Hearne to OSR. Turn left at Henry Saddle Shop. Over tracks and to the right. Cemetery is on the left. Better yet stop in at the Saddle shop and ask Mr. Henry for exact diretions. He has many relatives buried there.

Posted on: Robertson County Texas Queries Reply Here: http://cgi.rootsweb.com/~genbbs/genbbs.cgi/USA/Tx/Robertson/299 Surname: BRATCHER, JAMISON, LOVE, OTTINGER, OWEN, PHELPS, STRAMER ------------------------- These surnames mentioned in the subject obituary. Click below for complete text. Link: Obituary of Cecil Brent JAMISON URL: <http://freepages.genealogy.rootsweb.com/~wcbeatty/obits.htm#cbjami>

Posted on: Robertson County Texas Queries Reply Here: http://cgi.rootsweb.com/~genbbs/genbbs.cgi/USA/Tx/Robertson/298 Surname: Filar, Marszalek, Marszawek ------------------------- Searching for the name of second wife of Anton Filar who arrived in Galveston, Texas with five children. They lived in Bryan, Texas, and his wife Mary died. He later moved to either Falls or Robertson County. He married (the mother of Pete Marshall), not sure but her name, could have been Annie or Mary. Their offspring were Annie, Michael, and Jake. Would also appreciate information on Annie and Michael.

Posted on: Robertson County Texas Obituaries Reply Here: http://cgi.rootsweb.com/~genbbs/genbbs.cgi/USA/Tx/RobertsonObits/30 Surname: Hamilton ------------------------- Looking for any info about any Hamiltons in the Bremond area of Robertson Co. TX. interested in Napoleon Bonoparte Hamilton, maybe known as just N.B. Hamilton. He did some trading horses and such,from a old book I have he has accounts listed as though he had some sort of store. There are some Blounts mentioned, this was probably early 1900's. Thanks in advance, Peggy

Posted on: Robertson County Texas Queries Reply Here: http://cgi.rootsweb.com/~genbbs/genbbs.cgi/USA/Tx/Robertson/296 Surname: Wiley ------------------------- You could check with the Hearne Democrate Newspaper. They can probably help you. Good Luck

Posted on: Robertson County Texas Queries Reply Here: http://cgi.rootsweb.com/~genbbs/genbbs.cgi/USA/Tx/Robertson/295 Surname: BRIDGES, BYRD, GRAY, RHODES, WHITLEY, WILEY ------------------------- Are you related to the John Wiley family from White Rock near Bremond?

Posted on: Robertson County Texas Queries Reply Here: http://cgi.rootsweb.com/~genbbs/genbbs.cgi/USA/Tx/Robertson/294 Surname: BRIDGES, BYRD, GRAY, RHODES, WHITLEY, WILEY ------------------------- Please note my new e-mail address. I posted an inquiry earlier regarding the above surnames in Robertson County.

Posted on: Robertson County Texas Queries Reply Here: http://cgi.rootsweb.com/~genbbs/genbbs.cgi/USA/Tx/Robertson/293 Surname: Wiley ------------------------- I am looking for information (obituary, etc.) on Esla Wiley, died Sept. 15, 1988 in Hearne, Robertson County, Texas.

Posted on: Robertson County Texas Queries Reply Here: http://cgi.rootsweb.com/~genbbs/genbbs.cgi/USA/Tx/Robertson/292 Surname: Turman, Porter, Sills, Klinglesmith ------------------------- I am Looking for Luther Evans Turman and Sally Elizabeth (Porter) I don't know when they were married. they had A daughter Elizabeth Jewel Turman (Klingelsmith)in 1897 Iknow they Lived in Robertson county.

Posted on: Robertson County Texas Queries Reply Here: http://cgi.rootsweb.com/~genbbs/genbbs.cgi/USA/Tx/Robertson/291 Surname: Bishop ------------------------- I had found the names of those buried at Elliot Cem. What I should have asked for was the dates of birth and death for Bishops. Thanks all.

Seminar in Houston 28 October 2000 If you live in South East Texas - and within a couple of hour's drive of Houston - The Houston Genealogical Forum invites you to its all day Genealogy Seminar on Saturday, 28 October 2000, in Houston near the Houston Medical Center. The seminar will feature a nationally recognized genealogy lecturer who will be discussing the following topics; "MY ANCESTOR'S DEAD - WHERE DID THE MONEY GO?" 1.) CLUES CONTAINED IN PROBATE RECORDS 2.) POST-DEATH COURT RECORDS OTHER THAN PROBATE 3.) SEARCHING AND MAKING EFFECTIVE USE OF PROBATE RECORDS 4.) WHERE DO I GO FROM HERE? Each lecture lasts approximately one hour, with a 30 minute break between each one. During the break, attendees can browse the vendor area where up to a dozen vendors of genealogical material will be displaying their large collections of maps, reference books, record abstracts from around the U.S.A., software, aids, etc. There will be a 90 minute break for lunch and vendor shopping. The seminar begins at 9:00a and continues through until 4:30p. However, the vendor area will open at 8:00a If interested in attending, please go to The Houston Genealogical Forum web site by <clicking> on the following link and then selecting the "October 28, 2000 Seminar" icon. You will find more details about the lectures; an on-line, printable registration form; and an on-line printable map to the seminar location. http://www.egroups.com/files/Houston_Genealogical_Forum/HGF.htm Our speaker will be: MR. MICHAEL JOHN NEILL, M.S. Mr. Neill is currently an instructor at Carl Sandburg College in Galesburg, Illinois, and is on the staff of the Genealogical Institute of Mid America. He is also presenter/coordinator of the Carl Sandburg College's Genealogy Computing Workshops offered each March. As a published professional research writer since 1987, his writings appear as a regular columnist for the Ancestry Daily News, and the Federation of Genealogical Societies' FORUM. He writes frequently for magazines Ancestry, Heritage Quest, and the Illinois State Genealogical Society Quarterly, plus occasionally for a number of other genealogical print and web-based publications, including, Family Tree Maker Online, Journal of Online Genealogy, and maintaining 2 family web sites. He has also prepared staff training on Internet usage and online course design, and is solely responsible for the creation and maintenance of the rootdig.com web site. If you do not live near Houston, or cannot attend, find a genealogy seminar in your area to participate in - we're never too old to learn more! * * * * *

Posted on: Robertson County Texas Queries Reply Here: http://cgi.rootsweb.com/~genbbs/genbbs.cgi/USA/Tx/Robertson/290 Surname: ------------------------- The names of people buried at the Elliott Cemetery through 1980 are posted at http://www.rootsweb.com/~txrober2/ELLIOTTCEMETERY.htm on the Robertson County RootsWeb site under "cemeterties". Link: Robertson County RootsWeb Site URL: <http://www.rootsweb.com/~txrober2>

Posted on: Robertson County Texas Queries Reply Here: http://cgi.rootsweb.com/~genbbs/genbbs.cgi/USA/Tx/Robertson/288 Surname: Murray, Bishop ------------------------- Could someone post or send me the names and dates for Bishops interred at Elliot Cemetery, Robertson Co., Tx.

This is a second post on this line, with new information added. I want to thank those that responded to my earlier post. I am trying to find my elusive Morris relatives. My great-grandmother Bertie Bane Morris Barton was born, whereabouts unknown, on 5 Sep 1872. She died, 3 July 1934 and is buried in Pontotoc County, OK. Her son, Lon Barton, my grandfather was born in Hardeman County, Texas, Quanah to be exact, on 8 Mar 1907. His parents are listed in the county records as R.C. Barton (who was Richard Conway, probably born on the Barton Plantation near Calvert, Milam/Robertson County, Texas) and Helen Barton. R.C. Barton and B.B. Barton are buried near to my grandfather and most of his brothers in East Hill Cemetery, Roff, Oklahoma. My grandfather, Lon Barton, died in Pontotoc County, Oklahoma, 23 Jun 1938, and his mother is listed as Bertie Bane Barton in the funeral book. Also listed on the funeral on the inside cover of the funeral book's box are: Cora Morris and Tommie Morris (Some other notations on the box make it appear that Cora was Mrs. Tommie Morris), Carl Morris, Mr. and Mrs. Guy Morris, Willard Morris, Garner Morris, Fred Morris and Lillian Morris ?Cozad? and daughter. Also listed were Mr. and Mrs. Carl Shumate and Mr. and Mrs. Ed Shumate (my great-grandmother was the daughter of Tom Morris and Willet Shumate). Carl, Guy, Willard and Garner (with correction to Garvin in a different hand) Morris are listed as bearers on the appropriate page in the book. The Barton-Morris plot in Roff, OK's East Hill Cemetery also contains H.C. Morris and Ben Morris who by virtue of birth dates would have been from my great-grandmother's generation. If anyone recognizes these families I would welcome any help. Rich Reed

Posted on: Robertson County Texas Queries Reply Here: http://cgi.rootsweb.com/~genbbs/genbbs.cgi/USA/Tx/Robertson/287 Surname: ------------------------- Would someone please provide directions from Benchley, Texas(Robertson Co.) to the Henry-Peyton Cemetery. I understand the cemetery is located near the Brazos County line. Thank you.

Posted on: Robertson County Texas Queries Reply Here: http://cgi.rootsweb.com/~genbbs/genbbs.cgi/USA/Tx/Robertson/286 Surname: GILLESPIE ------------------------- Thomas Gillespie, carpenter/builder, born St Johns QC Canada on 22 Oct 1844 was working in Calvert area at sometime between 1885-1895. Died of pneumonia but his family (living in Erath Co) could not afford to ship his body home for burial. Possibly a pauper's burial. Where might he have been buried? Do any records exist for that time period? This relies on family tradition & I do not have any more specifics. Thank you for ANY suggestions.

October is Family History Month, How will you Celebrate?" this article written by Juliana Smith gives the history of "Family History Month" and provides suggestions for society and individual activities to promote genealogy. The article appeared on Ancestry.com, Monday, October 2, 2000. You will find the article at: <http://ancestry.com/library/view/columns/compass/compass.asp> I encourage you to take time to read the article and join those of us who hope this will become a national celebration. Jonelle Ellis Russell

Posted on: Robertson County Texas Queries Reply Here: http://cgi.rootsweb.com/~genbbs/genbbs.cgi/USA/Tx/Robertson/283 Surname: NORRIS, SCARBOROUGH ------------------------- I have a new e-mail address. So, anyone in Robertson County with information on Norris or Scarborough families, please note the new e-mail address: bmckenzie@interconnect.net

Posted on: Robertson County Texas Obituaries Reply Here: http://cgi.rootsweb.com/~genbbs/genbbs.cgi/USA/Tx/RobertsonObits/29 Surname: King, Cobb, Craig, Palmer, Boone, McGee, Herron ------------------------- San Antonio Express and News May 12, 2000 Weighing in at 2 1/2 lbs., Elizabeth Pauline King Sheffield started her life's sojourn on March 27, 1913 in Hearne, (Robertson Co.), TX., the last child of twelve children. She was so small, her mother and father, Peter Richard and Elizabeth Jane Craig King, had to place her on a pillow to keep her safe while lying in bed. At the age of 14, she met and married her life's partner, James Isam Sheffield II, seven years her senior. This union produced two girls and two boys, just as she had wanted. Myra E. Bruinekool is the eldest, Martha Juanelle Bruinekool (yes, they married brothers), Number One Son as he likes to refer to himself is Vinton C. Sheffield, then the baby, James I. Sheffield III married to Pam Rosales Sheffield. Her husband remained in her heart and soul for the next 72 years though he passed away in Aug. 1963. During WWII, she was our little "Rosie the Riveter", helping build the P-51 Mustang in the North American Plant in Grand Prairie, TX. She was a lifetime member of the Order of Eastern Star in Ferris, TX. When her younger son, became a ham radio operator, she too studied morse code and passed her test to become K5DLI in Dallas. At the age of 50 and left a widow, she decided to return to school and become a nurse to fulfill a lifelong dream. After graduating from Odessa College, she returned to Dallas and worked as a charge nurse in facilties throughout the city. Often times, we would tease her that her middle name was "go". If someone mentioned going, she would be in the car waiting for us. So, whenever she had a chance to travel, she did. After a hot air balloon ride at the age of 80, she announced that her next wish was a helicopter ride. That was fulfilled on her 87th and final birthday. Our cherished Mother was blessed with 13 grandchildren, 16 great-grandchildren, and 4 great-great-grandchildren. She loved having her family around her, sending and receiving mail, and keeping in contact with everyone possible. Nanny was proud of her ability to remember everyone's birthday. She was a lover of life and life loved her back. After moving to San Antonio, she became a member of Northeast Baptist Church where she has many loving friends. Her life began anew when she entered the loving arms of Our Lord on May 10, 2000 and joined her heavenly family. Funeral service will be at Dellcrest Funeral Home, 2023 S. W.W. White at 2 pm Friday, May 12. Interment will be in Dallas the following day at Crownhill Memorial Cemetery beside her beloved husband. Written by her youngest child, James Isam Sheffield III.