SAMUEL ELLIOTT HAYS FAMILY

from the research of David Donahue, published November 20, 1997

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Samuel Elliot[1] Hays. Born, circa 1782, in Frederick Co., MD. Died, circa 1820, in Roane Co., TN.
He married Martha B. Davis, 4 Mar 1807, in Roane Co., TN. Children:
1. James (Jimmy)[2] Hays.
2. Joseph D. Hays. Born, 1810, in Roane Co., TN. Died, 16 Feb 1887, in Cooke Co., TX. Burial in Indian Creek, Cooke Co., TX. He married E. Anna, circa 1832, in Henderson Co., TN.
3. Mary Hays. Born, circa 1810, in TN. Died, circa 1865, in Henderson Co., TN. She married John Wood, circa 1827.
4. Samuel M. (Stob) Hays.
5. Elizabeth Hays.
6. Asa Nelson Hays.
7. Elisha Hays.
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James (Jimmy)[2] Hays (Samuel Elliot, 1). Born, 14 Jan 1809. Died, 6 May 1879. Burial in Hayes Cem., Henderson Co., TN.
He married, first, Deliah Eads. Born, 8 Feb 1811. Died, 23 Dec 1862. Burial in Hayes Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Children:
1. Samuel L. (Black Sam)[3] Hays.
2. Martha Hays.
3. Eliza Hays.
4. Jackson Hays.
5. James Monroe Hays.
6. John Crockett Hays.
7. Sally/Sarah Hays. Born, 7 Jul 1842. Died, 24 Aug 1852. Burial in Hayes Cem., Henderson Co., TN.
8. William Henry Harrison Hays.
9. Zachary Taylor Hays.
He married, second, Malissa Ann/Elizabeth (Bet) Presley, circa 1862. Born, circa 1841, in NC. Burial in near Trenton, Gibson Co., TN. Children:
1. Isabel Hays. Born, circa 1867.
2. James Grant (Little Jimmy) Hays.
3. Isaac Hayes.
4. William P. (Bill) Hayes.
5. Rutherford B. Hays.
Samuel M. (Stob)[2] Hays (Samuel Elliot, 1). Born, circa 1813, in Roane Co., TN. Died, before 1900, in Henderson Co., TN. Burial in Central Grove C., Henderson Co., TN. Occupation: Farmer.
He married, first, Malinda (Lindy) Pufford. Born, circa 1813, in TN. Died, after 1880. Burial in Central Grove C., Henderson Co., TN (unmarked). Children:
1. Elizabeth (Bett)[3] Hays.
2. John Bateman Hays.
3. Patsy Jane Hays. Born, circa 1846. She married Riley Woods.
4. Joseph (Joe Muddy) Hays.
5. Jasper Hays. Born, circa 1849. Census: 1870, in Henderson Co., TN.
6. Lethia Hays.
7. Henry W. Hays.
8. Amanda P. (Ann) Hays. Born, circa 1856. Census: 1870, in Henderson Co., TN. She married Charles Woods.
Associated with LaTisha (Tish) Maness. Children:
1. Andrew Jackson Maness.
2. M. Emmoline Maness.
3. James (Jim) Bullard Maness.
4. Rock Maness. Born, 15 Aug 1856. Died, 19 Sep 1909. Burial in Central Grove C., Henderson Co., TN. He married Parlee Davis.
5. Eligah (Lige) M. Maness.
6. Asa Lee Maness.
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Elizabeth[2] Hays (Samuel Elliot, 1). Born, circa 1814, in TN.
She married William Wood, circa 1831, in Henderson Co., TN. Children:
1. Gilbert H. (Huse)[3] Woods.
Asa Nelson[2] Hays (Samuel Elliot, 1). Born, 4 Aug 1818, in TN. Died, 13 Mar 1887. Burial in Bear Creek Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1850, in Perry Co., TN. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN.
"Asa Nelson Hays (Captain Black Hawk) born August 4, 1818 in Tennessee. Legend has it that Asa fought an Indian, whipped him and took his name, and since his mother was an Indian, he was dark complexioned and was called Black Hawk from that day on. During the Civil War, Perry, Henderson, and Decatur Counties were for the Union. He led the Volunteers 7th Cavalry Company C. This man was such a devout Republican that he ordered his children never to vote Democratic and if they did they would be outcasts from the family forever. Legend also has it that the reason that Henderson and Decatur Counties vote Republican to this day is the influence of this man and because of his many relatives. Because of his influence, relatives and strong beliefs he did hold the counties for the Union. Most of his company was made up of relatives. We know that two of his sons fought under him Isaac and Samuel Leon, Samuel was killed at Union City when this company was captured by the Confederates. The Captain, and two of his nephews Jack and Preacher John. Jack died as a prisoner at Andersonville, Preacher John lived through this and came back to relate many things about the prison. One of them being that they ate the dog belonging to the Confederate Officers guarding them because they were so hungry. Preacher John was also at the Prison when the famous spring came up at Andersonville. He said this happened because the men prayed so hard for water to drink, because all the water the prisoners had to drink were from the Confederate latrines up on a hill. He also stated that a lot of men died from drinking too much water the day the spring came out of the ground. So far as is known Captain Hays escaped before they got to Andersonville. After the war feelings were strong and Captain Hays was ambushed by Henry Elliot on the Rosson Town Road, near the old Parsons School. Captain Hays was shot and lived quite some time after this. It is said that Doctors pulled silk handkerchiefs through his wound to clean it. Captain Hays was a great land owner in Decatur County. Sections of this land still owned today [c1978] by his descendants. His home place is now owned by Roudolf Hill. One of his sons Isaac inherited a section of land which was left to Tom Hays, and is now owned by Billie Jean Mays, Tom's grandaughter. The old Hays School House was located on a portion of the land that was left to his daughter Brett Gilbert located about two miles north west of Bear Creek Church. He gave his daughter Ann the section of land that is now owned by the Bob Hays heirs located approximately one and half miles from Bear Creek Church. Ann married Marion Hays and their home is still standing on the property as a log barn. This section is the only portion of his property that has remained in the Hays name since it was homesteaded." [History of Decatur County]

He married, first, Abigale Shipman, daughter of Jacob Shipman and Nancy Denton. Born, 25 Dec 1816. Died, 17 Nov 1871. Burial in Hayes Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Children:
1. Martha Charlotte (Lottie)[3] Hays.
2. Isaac Martin Columbus Hays.
3. Samuel Leon Hays.
4. Alsey Jane (Janie) Hays.
5. Nancy Paralee Hays.
6. Sarah Malinda Elizabeth (Bett) Hays.
7. Eliza Ann Hays.
Associated with Unknown Thomas. Children:
1. Asa N. (Monk) [Thomas] Hays.
Associated with Martha Shoemaker, daughter of S. E. Shoemaker and Margaret. Born, circa 1847. Died, before 1880. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. Children:
1. Mattie Pearl Hays.
Associated with Rachel Davis. Burial in McGrew Cem., Dunklin Co., MO. Children:
1. Clint Adkins Davis. Born, 3 May 1876, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN. Died, 5 May 1953. He married, first, Janie Keen. He married, second, Effie Clementine Pearson.
2. George Davis. Born in TN. Died, 1898. Burial in MO. He married Mary Alice Flowers, daughter of George W. Flowers and Nancy, 1894.
3. James M. (Black Jim) Davis.
4. Thomas Davis.
He married Martha A. Vernon, 9 Sep 1877, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 8 Jun 1850, in AL. Died, 17 Nov 1895. Burial in Campground Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1870 (??) in Decatur Co., TN. Children:
1. James Potan Hays. Born, 9 Aug 1878, in TN. Died, 18 Jun 1896, in MO. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN.
2. Adam Pohaton (Pat) Hays.
3. Beda Iola Hays. Born, 4 May 1885, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, 13 Mar 1887, in Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Bear Creek Cem., Decatur Co., TN.
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Elisha[2] Hays (Samuel Elliot, 1). Born, circa 1820, in TN. Died, circa 1864. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN.
He married Dolly Tubbs. Born, circa 1823. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. Children:
1. Jeremiah Perry[3] Hays.
2. Sarah J. Hays. Born, circa 1847. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN.
3. Martha D. Hays. Born, circa 1849. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN.
4. Marion Bradbury Hays.
5. M. E. Hays. Born, circa 1853. Census: 1860, in Decatur Co., TN.
6. Granville Hays. Born, circa 1858. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN.
7. Willey E. Hays. Born, circa 1860. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN.
Samuel L. (Black Sam)[3] Hays (James (Jimmy), 2). Born, 2 Mar 1828, in Henderson Co., TN. Died, 28 Mar 1882, in Henderson Co., TN. Burial in Hayes Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1860, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1870, in Henderson Co., TN.
He married Malinda (Millie) Permelia Wood. Born, circa 1833. Died, 12 Oct 1900. Burial in Hayes Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1860, in Decatur Co., TN. Children:
1. James M. C.[4] Hays.
2. William H. H. (Billy) Hays.
3. Isaac L. J. Hays. Born, circa 1857. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN.
Martha[3] Hays (James (Jimmy), 2). Born, 16 Oct 1830. Died, 5 Nov 1857. Burial in Hayes Cem., Henderson Co., TN.
She married Ben J. Crews. Born, circa 1823. Children:
1. James (Jim)[4] Cruise.
2. Emiline Cruise.
Eliza[3] Hays (James (Jimmy), 2). Born, 3 Sep 1832, in Henderson Co., TN. Died, 6 Apr 1906. Burial in Hays Cem., Henderson Co., TN.
She married George W. Cottrell, son of Collins Cottrell and Mary, 4 Aug 1859, in Henderson Co., TN. Born, circa 1838, in TN. Died, 5 Sep 1864, in Andersonville, GA. Burial in Grave 7880, Andersonville, GA. Children:
1. Delilah Isabell[4] Cottrell.
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Jackson[3] Hays (James (Jimmy), 2). Born, circa 1835. Died, 29 Apr 1864, in Andersonville, GA.
He married Mary Renfro. Children:
1. Delilah H. (Liddie)[4] Hays. Born, 8 May 1853. Died, 5 Aug 1892. Burial in Hayes Cem., Henderson Co., TN. She married John J. Carrington.
2. Martha (Matt) Hays.
3. Elizabeth (Bett) Hays. Born, circa 1861. She died young.
4. John Hays.
James Monroe[3] Hays (James (Jimmy), 2). Born, circa 1837. Died, circa 1864.
He married Zilphia Keen. Born, 1844. Died, 1904. Burial in Bible Grove Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Children:
1. Granville[4] Hays.
2. James Monroe (Jimmy) Hayes.
3. Arabella Hays. Born, 1866. Died, 1935. Census: 1870, in Henderson Co., TN.
John Crockett[3] Hays (James (Jimmy), 2). Born, circa 1839. Died, 22 Jul 1864, in Andersonville, GA. Burial in Andersonville, GA. John Crockett Hays "enlisted in Company C, 7th Regiment Union Tennessee Cavalry Volunteers. His uncle and commander of Company C, Captain Asa N. Hays designated him Corporal of the Company. He served his Commanding Officer very well. Crockett's father-in-law Mark Renfroe was the Company's 2nd Lieutenant. After Colonel Hawkins surrendered a large portion of the 7th Regiment at Union City, the troops were marched to Andersonville Prison in southern Georgia. They had not been there but a few days when Crockett took pneumonia. They transferred him over to the so-called hospital on 30 April, the day after his brother Jackson had died in the hospital. It had become a fearful thing to be put in the hospital. No one ever returned. But Crockett defied the general rule. By 10 May he had recovered sufficiently to return to the compound. But the lack of decent food and the exposure to all the elements, destroyed the already weakened body. Crockett was admitted back into the hospital on 22 July 1864 with diarrhea and anasarca (dropsy). He died later in the day. They buried him in the prison graveyard. His grave number is 3807." [The Family History of the Hays Brothers]
He married Minerva Renfroe, daughter of Mark Renfroe and Hepzabah Burke, 3 Feb 1859, in Moore's Hill, Henderson Co., TN. Born, 22 Mar 1842, in Kingston, Roane Co., TN. Died, 14 Jan 1933. Children:
1. James Jackson (Jim Jack)[4] Hays.
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William Henry Harrison[3] Hays (James (Jimmy), 2). Born, 29 Jan 1844, in Darden, Henderson Co., TN. Died, 17 Jan 1909, in Darden, Henderson Co., TN. Burial in Hayes Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Occupation: Physician. The military marker on his grave notes that he was a corporal in Company A, 7th Tennessee Cavalry, U.S. Army.
He married, first, Alsey Jane (Janie) Hays (33), 10 Apr 1862. Children:
1. Ulissus Grant (Lissie)[4] Hays.
2. Isabell Hays.
He married, second, Martha Bledsoe. Born, 1852. Died, 10 Dec 1896. Burial in Hayes Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Children:
1. Sam Bledsoe. Born, Jul 1878. He married Barbara A. Hays, circa 1897. Associated with Harriett Bledsoe. Born, 1852. Died, 1896. Children:
2. Jackson Thomas Hayes.
Zachary Taylor[3] Hays (James (Jimmy), 2). Born, circa 1848. Died, circa 1925. Burial in Hayes Cem., Henderson Co., TN (unmarked). Census: 1870, in Henderson Co., TN.
He married, first, Elizabeth Gilbert, daughter of William (Old Billy) Gilbert and Elizabeth Hurt. Born, 10 Aug 1851. Died, 11 Oct 1900. Burial in Hayes Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1870, in Henderson Co., TN. Children:
1. Delila E.[4] Hays. Born, circa 1870. Census: 1870, in Henderson Co., TN.
2. Asa N. (Dotson) Hays.
3. Doss Tom Hays.
4. James Garfield Hayes. Born, 9 Aug 1880. Died, 25 Dec 1945. Burial in Corinth Cem., Henderson Co., TN. He married Clyde Mae Davis.
5. Mary Hays. Born, after 1880. Died, 1897. She married William Maness, circa 1896.
6. Annie B. Hayes. Born, circa 1884.
7. Add Harrison Hays. Born, 1888. Died, 1954. Burial in Duke Chapel Cem., Henderson Co., TN. He married, first, Emily Rushing, daughter of Edgar Davin Rushing and Emurinth (Amaranth) (Emma) J. Welch, 23 Feb 1910, in Decatur Co., TN. He married, second, Mary Louella Hays, 14 Jul 1917, in Decatur Co., TN. He married, third, Malissa Reeves. He married, fourth, Allie Davis.
8. William Hays. Burial in G. Holmes Cem., Henderson Co., TN. His tombstone lists his age as 3 years but does not give any dates.
He married, second, Mary Belle Freeman, circa 1906. Born, 1879. Died, 3 Apr 1946. Burial in Darden Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Children:
1. Buster Hays. Born, 1907.
2. Liza Hays.
3. Eugene Hays. He married Bertha Hamilton.
4. Idellar/Della Hays. Born, 17 Jan 1913. Died, 2 Feb 1975. Burial in Darden Cem., Henderson Co., TN (unmarked). She married Mark Benthal.
5. Magdaline Hays.
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James Grant (Little Jimmy)[3] Hays (James (Jimmy), 2). Born, 1868. Died, 1941. Burial in Bear Creek Cem., Decatur Co., TN.
He married Anna Abagail (Gillie) Hays (89), 7 Feb 1892, in Decatur Co., TN. Children:
1. Johnnie Bradford[4] Hays. Born, 30 Nov 1892. Died, 2 Sep 1966. He married Myrtle Solomon.
2. Lonnie Hays.
3. Lydia Hays.
Isaac[3] Hayes (James (Jimmy), 2). Born, 1871. Died, 1956. Burial in Bear Creek Cem., Decatur Co., TN.
He married Leora J. Rushing, daughter of Edgar Davin Rushing and Emurinth (Amaranth) (Emma) J. Welch, 4 Jan 1894, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 1870, in MO. Died, 1939. Burial in Bear Creek Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Madison Co., TN. Children:
1. Glinner Jewel[4] Hays.
William P. (Bill)[3] Hayes (James (Jimmy), 2). Born, 1875. Burial in Bear Creek Cem., Decatur Co., TN.
He married Izora C. (Dode) Taylor, daughter of Andrew Jackson Taylor and Larthine T. Rosson, 23 Aug 1894, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 1875. Burial in Bear Creek Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1959, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Children:
1. Aura Zella[4] Hayes.
Rutherford B.[3] Hays (James (Jimmy), 2). Born, 1877. Died, 1965. Burial in Bear Creek Cem., Decatur Co., TN.
He married Virginia (Jennie) B. Rushing, daughter of Edgar Davin Rushing and Emurinth (Amaranth) (Emma) J. Welch. License, 14 Jul 1898, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 1877. Died, 1 Jan 1959, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Bear Creek Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Madison Co., TN. Children:
1. Leslie Willard (Lee)[4] Hays.
2. Ernest Wilmer Hayes.
3. Ollie Hayes.
4. Edgar J. Hays.
5. Bennie Ray Hayes.
Elizabeth (Bett)[3] Hays (Samuel M. (Stob), 3). Born, circa 1838. Burial in Central Grove C., Henderson Co., TN (unmarked).
She married Gilbert H. (Huse) Woods (29).

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John Bateman[3] Hays (Samuel M. (Stob), 3). Born, 16 Jun 1844. Died, 6 Jul 1922. Burial in Parsons Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Henderson Co., TN. Occupation: Minister.
He married, first, Nancy Wilkerson, 1867. Children:
1. Martha Elizabeth[4] Hays. Born, circa 1868. Died, May 1911. Census: 1880, in Henderson Co., TN. She married Thomas C. Jowers.
2. Cordelia Hays.
3. Josephine Hays. Born, 1873. Census: 1880, in Henderson Co., TN.
4. Clayborn Lee Hayes.
5. Ellis Clayton Hayes.
He married, second, Sarah Alice (Sack) Triplett, daughter of Thomas W. Triplett and Elizabeth Cartwright, 27 Aug 1891, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 1 Jun 1861. Died, 8 Jul 1926. Children:
1. Naomi Hays.
2. Esther Hays. Born, circa 1895. He married Bill Miser.
Andrew Jackson[3] Maness (Samuel M. (Stob), 3). Born, 11 May 1847. Died, 24 Nov 1926. Burial in Central Grove C., Henderson Co., TN.
He married Elizabeth J. (Sissey) Wooley. Born, 7 Sep 1850. Died, 10 Jan 1927. Burial in Central Grove C., Henderson Co., TN. Children:
1. Acie Lee[4] Maness.
2. Sally Ann Maness.
3. Ulimead Maness. Born, 8 May 1878. Died, 7 Feb 1879. Burial in Central Grove C., Henderson Co., TN.
4. Hattie Maness. Born, 26 Jul 1886. Died, 22 Jul 1888. Burial in Central Grove C., Henderson Co., TN.
5. Asle Maness. Born, 14 Jul 1888. Died, 22 Sep 1888. Burial in Central Grove C., Henderson Co., TN.
6. Minnie Maness.
7. Addie Maness. Born, 13 Jul 1892. Died, 2 Sep 1898. Burial in Central Grove C., Henderson Co., TN.
Joseph (Joe Muddy)[3] Hays (Samuel M. (Stob), 3). Born, Jan 1848.
He married Susie Angeline (Tweeten) Wilkinson, daughter of John Wilkinson and Martha Jane/Nancy Wooley. Born, Mar 1854, in TN. Died, 1919. Children:
1. Linda Jane[4] Hayes. Born, circa 1873. Census: 1880, in Henderson Co., TN. She married John Doyle.
2. Polly Hayes. Born, circa 1875. Census: 1880, in Henderson Co., TN.
3. Florence Hayes. Born, circa 1879. Census: 1880, in Henderson Co., TN.
4. Mollie Hayes.
5. Dorthula Hayes.
6. Morton Hayes. Born, 1892. Died, 20 Sep 1962. Burial in Central Grove C., Henderson Co., TN. He married Ethel Arnold.
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M. Emmoline[3] Maness (Samuel M. (Stob), 3). Born, 1848. Died, 1937. Burial in Central Grove C., Henderson Co., TN.
She married Eli (Dock) Fortner, circa 1875. Born, 1860. Died, 1921. Burial in Central Grove C., Henderson Co., TN. Children:
1. Feak Henry[4] Fortner.
James (Jim) Bullard[3] Maness (Samuel M. (Stob), 3). Born, Apr 1849, in TN.
He married Mandie Paralee Davis, circa 1872. Born, May 1857. Children:
1. Rosie Belle[4] Maness.
2. Pollyanne Maness.
Lethia[3] Hays (Samuel M. (Stob), 3). Born, circa 1853. Census: 1870, in Henderson Co., TN.
She married Cabe Woods. Children:
1. Joe Osburn[4] Woods.
Henry W.[3] Hays (Samuel M. (Stob), 3). Born, Jul 1854. Died, Mar 1924. Burial in Central Grove C., Henderson Co., TN. Occupation: Farmer.
He married Sentha Ann Brazil, daughter of Franklin Brazil and Martha Davis. Born, May 1856. Died, 1926. Burial in Central Grove C., Henderson Co., TN. Children:
1. John B. (Pert)[4] Hayes.
2. Polly Ann Hays.
3. Martha Jane Hays. Born, 1876. Died, 1952. Burial in Central Grove C., Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Henderson Co., TN. She married W. A. (Ira) Smith.
4. Isabelle Hayes.
5. Samuel M. (Sambo) Hayes.
6. Garfield Hays. Born, May 1882. Died, before 1938. He married Ada Gilliam.
Eligah (Lige) M.[3] Maness (Samuel M. (Stob), 3). Born, 8 Feb 1857. Died, 1 Mar 1928. Burial in Central Grove C., Henderson Co., TN.
He married, first, Frances Blankenship.

He married, second, Nancy Jane (Nan) Blankenship. Born, 12 Jun 1862. Died, 21 Mar 1926. Burial in Central Grove C., Henderson Co., TN. Children:
1. John C.[4] Maness.
2. Azoria Maness.
3. Lou Annie Maness. Born, 1895. Died, 1978. Burial in Central Grove C., Henderson Co., TN. She married Joe A. Woods.
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Asa Lee[3] Maness (Samuel M. (Stob), 3). Born, circa 1858. Died, 8 May 1961. Burial in Central Grove C., Henderson Co., TN.
He married Martha (Matt) Hays (48). Children:
1. Dorthula[4] Maness.
2. Betty Maness. Born, 1898. Died, 24 Jun 1974. Burial in Central Grove C., Henderson Co., TN. She married Oscar Clay Wood.
Gilbert H. (Huse)[3] Woods. Born, circa 1844, in TN.
He married Elizabeth (Bett) Hays (19). Children:
1. Henry Clay[4] Woods.
Martha Charlotte (Lottie)[3] Hays (Asa Nelson, 5). Born, circa 1838, in Henderson Co., TN. Died, circa 1900.
She married Hardy L. Davis, son of Elisha Davis and Sarah A. Reeves, circa 1865, in Henderson Co., TN. Born, Jan 1848, in TN. Died, 15 May 1915, in Lonoke Co., AR. Children:
1. John Thomas[4] Davis. Born, 5 May 1870, in Henderson Co., TN. Died, 7 Dec 1919, in Prairie Co., AR. Occupation: Farmer/Timber. He married Sarah Virginia Harrington, daughter of William H. (Bill) Harrington and Delila Ann Gabbard, 21 May 1893, in Gobson Co., TN.
2. Julia Davis.
Isaac Martin Columbus[3] Hays (Asa Nelson, 5). Born, 23 Apr 1840, in Henderson Co., TN. Died, 22 Apr 1911, in Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Bear Creek Cem., Decatur Co., TN.
He married Mary E. Stephens, daughter of Wilson Stephens and Mary Ellender Thomas, 18 Mar 1857, in Perry Co., TN. Born, 8 Feb 1838. Died, 31 Dec 1903. Burial in Bear Creek Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Children:
1. Jacob B.[4] Hays. Born, 8 Jan 1858, in Henderson Co., TN. Died, circa 1902, in MO. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN. He married Josephine Duke, daughter of Gideon Burry Duke and Martha Flowers, 11 Jun 1882, in Decatur Co., TN.
2. Asa Nelson Hays. Born, 11 Apr 1860, in Henderson Co., TN. Died, 13 Nov 1900, in Collin Co., TX. Burial in Sedgwick Co., TX. He married Sarah Liza Reeves, daughter of Hesikiah Bradbury (Brad) Reeves and Sara Jane Tubbs, 27 Jul 1882, in Collin Co., TX.
3. Samuel Leon Hays.
4. Josep (Josephine?) Hays. Born, circa 1864. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN.
5. Mary Ellen (Mellie) Hays.
6. William Thomas Sherman (Tommy) Hays. Born, 19 Jan 1868, in TN. Died, 11 Jun 1938, in Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Parsons Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Livery Stable. He married Cornelia Florence Woods, daughter of Franklin Marion (Frank) Woods and Mary An Wilma (Mollie) Collier, 2 Jan 1896, in Decatur Co., TN.
7. Argent Elizabeth Hays. Born, 7 Oct 1869, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, 1 Jan 1951. Burial in Prospect Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN. She married John Calvin Woods, son of Franklin Marion (Frank) Woods and Mary An Wilma (Mollie) Collier.
8. Anna Abagail (Gillie) Hays.
9. Alsie Paralee Hays.
10. Mattie F. Hays. Born, 8 Aug 1878. Died, 12 Sep 1880. Burial in Hayes Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN.
11. Joe Daniel Hays. Born, 3 Feb 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, 27 Jun 1943, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN. Burial in Bear Creek Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. He married Mary Ella (Mollie) Walker, daughter of George Washington Walker and Elizabeth Clementine Woods, 21 Dec 1900, in Decatur Co., TN.
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Samuel Leon[3] Hays (Asa Nelson, 5). Born, 4 Feb 1842, in TN. Died, 24 Mar 1864, in Henderson Co., TN. Burial in Union Church, Henderson Co., TN.
He married Sarah Catherine (Puss) Stephens, daughter of Wilson Stephens and Mary Ellender Thomas, 27 Nov 1859, in Henderson Co., TN. Born, 12 Apr 1842. Died, 4 Oct 1910. Burial in Gulledge Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN. Children:
1. Jacob[4] Hays. Born, circa 1857. Census: 1860, in Henderson Co., TN.
2. E. N. Hays. Born, circa 1859. Census: 1860, in Henderson Co., TN.
3. William Washington Hays.
4. Asa N. Hays. Born, circa 1863. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN.
Alsey Jane (Janie)[3] Hays (Asa Nelson, 5). Born, 12 Mar 1844. Died, 18 Mar 1898, in Henderson Co., TN. Burial in Hayes Cem., Henderson Co., TN (unmarked). Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN.
She married William Henry Harrison Hays (13).
Nancy Paralee[3] Hays (Asa Nelson, 5). Born, circa 1847. Died, circa 1901, in Dunklin Co., MO. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN.
She married Thomas J. Ledford, circa 1867. Born, circa 1846, in Lincoln Co., TN. Died, 18 Nov 1901, in Mississippi Co., AR. Children:
1. Isaac Martin C. (Ike)[4] Ledford.
Sarah Malinda Elizabeth (Bett)[3] Hays (Asa Nelson, 5). Born, circa 1850. Died, 30 May 1930, in Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Bear Creek Cem., Decatur Co., TN.
She married R. M. (Bud) Gilbert, son of William (Old Billy) Gilbert and Elizabeth Hurt, 1 Oct 1876, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 7 Aug 1856. Died, 31 Jan 1926. Burial in Bear Creek Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Children:
1. Nancy[4] Gilbert.
2. Frances Gilbert.
3. William Asa Gilbert.
4. Clerica A. Gilbert.
5. James Isaac Gilbert.
6. Minnie Gilbert. Born, 22 Jun 1894. Died, 8 Oct 1908. Burial in Bear Creek Cem., Decatur Co., TN.
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Eliza Ann[3] Hays (Asa Nelson, 5). Born, 1854. Died, 1924, in Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Bear Creek Cem., Decatur Co., TN.
She married Marion Bradbury Hays (42).
Asa N. (Monk) [Thomas][3] Hays (Asa Nelson, 5). Born, circa 1854, in MO. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN.
He married Martha M. Steed, daughter of L. M. Steed and Sally A., 9 Feb 1873, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 2 Sep 1846. Died, 11 Dec 1915. Burial in Bear Creek Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Children:
1. Jess N.[4] Hays. Born, circa 1874. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN.
2. L. Walker Hays. Born, circa 1876. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN.
3. Nelson Hays. Born, 4 Nov 1877. Died, 10 Oct 1878. Burial in Bear Creek Cem., Decatur Co., TN.
4. Mary A. J. Hays. Born, 15 Aug 1879. Died, 21 Aug 1879. Burial in Bear Creek Cem., Decatur Co., TN.
Mattie Pearl[3] Hays (Asa Nelson, 5). Born, 16 Jan 1871, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, 1950, in Detroit, Wayne Co., MI. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN.
She married, first, James A. Rosson, 1 Apr 1891, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 29 Mar 1868. Died, 16 May 1898. Burial in Bear Creek Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Children:
1. Rocxie[4] Rosson.
2. Jessie L. Rosson. Born, Jun 1896. Died, 1 Oct 1913. Burial in Crossroads Cem., Decatur Co., TN.
She married, second, J. Hiram Arnold, son of James Ephraim Arnold and Laverne Ann Houston. License, 23 Feb 1899, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 1 May 1853. Died, 12 Dec 1928. Burial in Crossroads Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Children:
1. Elbert L. Arnold. Born, Oct 1899. Died, 1941. Burial in Crossroads Cem., Decatur Co., TN. She married Robert C. (Bob) Gurley.
2. Bertha Arnold. Born, 1903. Died, 1941. Burial in Crossroads Cem., Decatur Co., TN. She married Leonard Tyler, son of Jesse James Tyler and Sarah Lucinda (Sary) Hill. License.
3. James Ted Arnold.
4. James Elmer (Jim) Arnold. Born, 28 Aug 1907. Died, 5 Dec 1968. Burial in Crossroads Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1962, in Dickson, Dickson Co., TN.
5. Mary Arnold. Born, 27 Feb 1912. Died, 6 Aug 1968. Burial in Crossroads Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1962, in KY. She married Jack Britt. License.
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Adam Pohaton (Pat)[3] Hays (Asa Nelson, 5). Born, 14 Apr 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, 1951. Burial in Darden Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN.
He married Eliza A. Reeves (112). Children:
1. Ruby[4] Hayes.
2. Ollie Nelson Hayes.
James M. (Black Jim)[3] Davis (Asa Nelson, 5). Born, 1881. Burial in Bible Grove Cem., Henderson Co., TN.
He married Martha Jane (Mattie) Watson. Burial in Bible Grove Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Children:
1. Maudie[4] Davis.
Jeremiah Perry[3] Hays (Elisha, 6). Born, circa 1845. Died, circa 1873. Census: 1850, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN.
He married Delila Ann Gabbard. Born, 14 Aug 1846. Died, 6 Nov 1934. Burial in Crossroads Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN. Children:
1. Judith[4] Hays. Born, circa 1869. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN.
Marion Bradbury[3] Hays (Elisha, 6). Born, 1 May 1850, in TN. Died, 4 May 1911, in Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Bear Creek Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Farmer. Marior Bradbury Hays died of tuberculosis.
He married Eliza Ann Hays (36), 23 Dec 1872, in Decatur Co., TN. Children:
1. William Granville[4] Hays. Born, 23 Jul 1874. Died, 10 Dec 1956. Burial in Bear Creek Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Although his tombstone at Bear Creek Cemetery gives his birth year as 1874, it is shown as 1879 in the census of 1880.
2. Charlotta (Lottie) Hays.
3. Mary Jane Hays. Born, 25 Dec 1876. She married John G. Wood, 24 Jan 1892, in Decatur Co., TN.
4. Dee Merson Hayes.
5. Ada Hays.
6. Lela Hays. Born, 1892. Died, 1944. Burial in Bear Creek Cem., Decatur Co., TN. She married James W. Conley, 17 Feb 1917, in Decatur Co., TN.
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James M. C.[4] Hays (Samuel L. (Black Sam), 7). Born, Feb 1852. Census: 1870, in Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. james M. C. hays was known as "Humpy Jim."
He married Laura Jane (Beck) Reeves, daughter of Samuel H. Reeves and Sarah Kizziah Davis. Born, circa 1854. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. Children:
1. Barbara A.[5] Hays. Born, circa 1880. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. She married Sam Bledsoe, circa 1897.
2. Mandy Hays. Born, 13 Apr 1890. Died, 18 Dec 1949. Burial in Corinth Cem., Henderson Co., TN. She married Jim F. Maness.
3. Manerva Louise (Nervie) Hays.
William H. H. (Billy)[4] Hays (Samuel L. (Black Sam), 7). Born, circa 1856, in TN. Census: 1870, in Henderson Co., TN.
He married, first, Jane. Children:
1. Infant Son[5] Hays. Born, 3 Oct 1874. Died, 3 Oct 1874. Burial in Hayes Cem., Henderson Co., TN.
He married, second, Virginia G. (Jennie) Wise, daughter of James C. Wise and Martha J. Born, circa 1850. Children:
1. James Ellis Hays.
2. J. W. F. Hays. Born, 8 May 1884. Died, 29 Mar 1888. Burial in Hayes Cem., Henderson Co., TN.
3. Carrie F. Hays. Born, Jul 1890. Died, 29 May 1972. She married Clem Moore.
James (Jim)[4] Cruise. Born, circa 1854.
He married Sarah Myracle, daughter of Abraham Myracle and Lahama (Martha), 14 Sep 1874, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, circa 1855. Birth(2): circa 1848. Census: 1870, in Henderson Co., TN. Children:
1. Mary F.[5] Cruise.
2. Nancy Cruise. Born, Mar 1886. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN.
3. Thomas Cruise.
4. Johnnie Cruise. Born, Jul 1889. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN.
Emiline[4] Cruise. Born, 1856. Died, 1947. Burial in Derryberry Cem., Henderson Co., TN.
She married Thomas Renfroe. Children:
1. James M.[5] Renfroe.
2. Luther C. Renfroe.
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Delilah Isabell[4] Cottrell. Born, 7 May 1860, in Henderson Co., TN.
She married Lafayette Reeves. Born, 28 Oct 1862. Died, 27 Oct 1915. Burial in Hayes Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Children:
1. Eliza A.[5] Reeves.
2. Alma Reeves.
Martha (Matt)[4] Hays (Jackson, 10). Born, circa 1859.
She married Asa Lee Maness (28).
Granville[4] Hays (James Monroe, 11). Born, 1857. Died, 16 Oct 1935. Burial in Central Grove C., Henderson Co., TN (unmarked).
He married, first, Kathy (Katie) Maness. Born, 1870. Died, 1944. Burial in Central Grove C., Henderson Co., TN.

He married, second, Mattie Martin, 1894. Born, 1880. Children:
1. Jim[5] Clessie. Born, circa 1903. He married Ada Hays.
James Monroe (Jimmy)[4] Hayes (James Monroe, 11). Born, 1860. Died, 1935. Burial in Central Grove C., Henderson Co., TN.
He married Kathy (Katie) Maness. Born, 1870. Died, 1944. Burial in Central Grove C., Henderson Co., TN. Children:
1. Granville Blaine[5] Hayes. Born, 4 Sep 1890. Died, 6 Aug 1925. Burial in Central Grove C., Henderson Co., TN. He married Neva Alton, daughter of Sylvester J. Altom and Isabella Derryberry.
2. Andrew H. Hayes. Born, 1891. Died, 1963. Burial in Hare Cem., Henderson Co., TN. He married Beulah Roberts.
3. Hollie Hayes.
James Jackson (Jim Jack)[4] Hays (John Crockett, 12). Born, 16 Apr 1860, in TN. Died, 7 Feb 1930. Birth(2): 2 May 1861. Burial in Senath, Dunklin Co., MO?. "Jim Jack [Hays] was blind and it was said he was genetically predisposed to nerve damage in the eyes through his mother's line. He lost his eyesight in his early twenties and is remembered whittling and whistling. He also caned chair bottoms but the family relied heavily on money Susie earned as a farm worker. They moved to Missouri before WWI where work was more plentiful." [Descendants of Thomas and Louisa Evans]
He married Susan (Susie) E. Bowman, daughter of William Frank Bowman and Louisa Bradfield, circa 1897. Born, 6 Sep 1878, in Henderson Co., TN. Died, 4 Nov 1967. Census: 1880, in Henderson Co., TN. Children:
1. Verdie M.[5] Hays. Born, 1898, in Henderson Co., TN. Died, 1898. Burial in Mt. Ararat Cem., Henderson Co., TN.
2. Perlie Ann Hays. Born, 13 Jun 1899, in Henderson Co., TN. Died, 14 Feb 1906. Burial in Mt. Ararat Cem., Henderson Co., TN.
3. Will Crockett Hays. Born, circa 1901, in Henderson Co., TN.
4. Hobart Hays. Born, circa 1903, in Henderson Co., TN.
5. Minerva (Nervie) Hays. Born, circa 1905, in Henderson Co., TN. She may have been named Minerva Elizabeth Hays. It is believed that she married. She may have been murdered.
6. Abba G. Hays. Born, 1906, in Henderson Co., TN. Died, 1915, in Henderson Co., TN. Burial in Mt. Ararat Cem., Henderson Co., TN.
7. Infant Hays. Born, circa 1907, in Henderson Co., TN. Died, circa 1907. Burial in Mt. Ararat Cem., Henderson Co., TN.
8. John (Johnny) Hays. Born, 24 Dec 1909, in Henderson Co., TN. Died, 8 Mar 1929. Burial in Senath, Dunklin Co., MO?. John (Johnny) Hays is said to have died on the operating table from a ruptured appendix.
9. Amos Hays. Amos Hays and his sister Alice were twins.
10. Alice Hays. Amos and Alice were twins.
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Ulissus Grant (Lissie)[4] Hays (William Henry Harrison, 13). Born, circa 1866.
She married Rufus G. Reeves. Children:
1. Malissa[5] Reeves. She married Add Harrison Hays.
2. Triplet Sons Reeves. Born, 4 Feb 1888. Died, 4 Feb 1888. Burial in Hayes Cem., Henderson Co., TN.
3. Willie Reeves. Born, 21 Jun 1890. Died, 31 Oct 1890. Burial in Hayes Cem., Henderson Co., TN.
Isabell[4] Hays (William Henry Harrison, 13). Born, 1877. Died, 1954. Burial in Duke Chapel Cem., Henderson Co., TN.
She married George W. Hamm, 27 May 1899, in Henderson Co., TN. Born, 1868. Died, 1950. Burial in Duke Chapel Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Children:
1. Hubert[5] Hamm.
2. Milton Hamm.
3. Aulsie G. Hamm.
4. Myrtle Hamm.
5. Fleetwood Hamm.
6. Willie Hamm.
Jackson Thomas[4] Hayes (William Henry Harrison, 13). Born, 22 Oct 1881. Died, 15 Nov 1948. Burial in Duke Chapel Cem., Henderson Co., TN.
He married Rena Arnold Duke, daughter of Neal Duke and Eliza Arnold, 5 Aug 1905, in Darden, Henderson Co., TN. Born, 9 May 1886, in Darden, Henderson Co., TN. Died, 6 Sep 1973, in Jackson, Madison Co., TN. Burial in Duke Chapel Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Children:
1. Luvenia[5] Hayes. Born, 20 Feb 1907, in Henderson Co., TN. Died, 1970. Burial in Darden Cem., Henderson Co., TN. She married Buck A. Reeves.
2. Flora Hayes.
3. Josie Hayes. Born, 2 Apr 1911, in Henderson Co., TN. Died, 1918. Josie Hayes died of Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever.
4. Cora Mae Hayes.
5. Lennie M. Hayes. Born, 1 Apr 1915, in Henderson Co., TN. Died, 31 Dec 1949. Burial in Duke Chapel Cem., Henderson Co., TN. She married Ervin Barchet. Lennie died in childbirth.
6. John Henry Hayes. Born, 12 Jan 1917, in Henderson Co., TN. Died, 1920.
7. Leona Hayes. Born, 19 Oct 1918, in Henderson Co., TN. Died, 1918, in Corinth, Alcorn Co., MS.
8. Cova Lee Hayes.
9. John T. Hayes. Born, 31 Dec 1922, in Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1973, in Gaffney, Cherokee Co., SC. He married Zena Turner.
10. Exell/Exie Hayes.
11. Pafford Hayes. Born, 5 Jun 1927. Died, May 1978. Resided: 1973, in St. Louis, St. Louis Co., MO. He married Romonia Moody.
12. Earlie Hayes. Born, 3 May 1929. Died, 19 Aug 1987. Burial in Oak Ridge Cem. Resided: 1973, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN. She married Odean Scott.
13. Eva Kate Hayes. Born, 19 Apr 1931. Resided: 1973, in Scotts Hill, TN. She married Jonas Grimes.
14. Neva Jean Hayes. Born, 13 Jun 1934. Died, 12 Aug 1940.
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Asa N. (Dotson)[4] Hays (Zachary Taylor, 14). Born, 1874. Died, 1941. Burial in Oak Grove Cem., Oak Grove, Henderson Co., TN.
He married Alma Reeves (113). Children:
1. Olen[6] Hays. He married Olene Hendrix, daughter of Robert Lee (Bob) Hendrix and Lou Ann (Annie) Meggs.
2. Flerzie B. Hays. Born, 1904. Died, 1955. Burial in Oak grove Cem., oak Grove, Henderson Co., TN. She married Alvis Woods.
3. William Oscar Hays. Born, 1907. Died, 13 May 1980. He married Jennie Hemby.
4. Ruby Hays. Born, 1908. Died, 1983. She married Unknown Stovall.
5. Lula F. Hays. Born, 1910. She married Ora Arnold.
6. Vernie A. Hays.
7. Acie Hayes. Born, 1919. Died, 1 Jan 1983. Burial in Antioch Cem., Henderson Co., TN. He married Leona.
8. Golden Hays. She married Unknown Singleton.
Doss Tom[4] Hays (Zachary Taylor, 14). Born, Dec 1877.
He married Rosie Belle Maness (78), circa 1898. Children:
1. Jim Frank[5] Hays.
2. May Hays. Born, May 1899. May Hays died young.
3. Dewey Hays. Born, circa 1903. He married Viney Watson, daughter of Johnny Watson and Azlee Woods.
4. Katie Hays. Born, circa 1906. She married Senor Lewis.
5. Ada Hays. Born, circa 1910, in Henderson Co., TN. She married Jim Clessie.
Liza[4] Hays (Zachary Taylor, 14). Born, 1909, in Henderson Co., TN. Resided: circa 1992, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN.
She married Henry Thomas (Tom) Bowman, son of William Frank Bowman and Louisa Bradfield, 28 Jan 1928, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 27 Sep 1891, in Henderson Co., TN. Died, 1955. Burial in Lexington Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1910, in Henderson Co., TN. Occupation: Railroad. Tom Bowman died of cancer. Children:
1. Tommie[5] Bowman. She married Unknown Fox. Tommie (Bowman) Fox died of leukemia. She and her husband are said to be buried at Oak Grove Cem., Henderson Co., TN. They are said to have had two children.
2. Bobby Jack Bowman. Resided: circa 1992, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN.
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Lonnie[4] Hays (James Grant (Little Jimmy), 15). Born, 13 Sep 1899. Died, 1965. Burial in Darden Cem., Henderson Co., TN.
He married Mary Tolley, daughter of Samuel Jackson Tolley and Edna J. Wallace, 8 Jan 1922, in Henderson Co., TN. Born, Jun 1895. Resided: 1982, in Darden, Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1910, in Henderson Co., TN. Children:
1. Irene[5] Hays.
2. Carl Hugh Hays. Born, 1924. Died, 1932. Burial in Bear Creek Cem., Decatur Co., TN.
3. Imogene Hays. Died, 1968.
4. Betty Jo Hays. She married Gee.
5. James Varnell (Jim) Hays.
Lydia[4] Hays (James Grant (Little Jimmy), 15). Born, 17 Jan 1902.
She married Isaac Blaine Eads, son of William Henry Eads and Polly Ann Maness. Born, 1 May 1891. Died, 16 May 1968. Burial in Mt. Ararat Cem., Henderson Co., TN. A military marker used as a footstone on his grave notes "Tennessee PFC US Army World War I." Children:
1. Tommie[5] Eads. She married Hayes J. Graves, 28 Apr 1950, in Decatur Co., TN.
2. Linnie Cloell Eads.
3. Johnnie Sue Eads.
Glinner Jewel[4] Hays (Isaac, 16). Born, 25 Oct 1894. Died, 13 Oct 1973. Burial in Bear Creek Cem., Decatur Co., TN.
She married, first, Albert Sidney Myracle, son of John A. Myracle and Martha Rowena Barnett, 19 Sep 1914, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 8 Mar 1888. Died, 19 Dec 1921. Burial in Bear Creek Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1920, in Decatur Co., TN. Children:
1. James Reeder[5] Myracle. Born, 4 Jul 1915. Died, 2 Oct 1919. Burial in Bear Creek Cem., Decatur Co., TN.
2. Warren Alfred Myracle.
She married, second, Herman L. Alexander, son of B. Frank Alexander and Amanda (Mandie) J. Milford, 7 May 1930, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 1886. Died, 1938. Burial in Bear Creek Cem., Decatur Co., TN.
Aura Zella[4] Hayes (William P. (Bill), 17). Born, 12 Sep 1897. Died, 4 Dec 1955. Burial in Bear Creek Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Factory.
She married W. Clyde Rushing, son of Edgar Davin Rushing and Emurinth (Amaranth) (Emma) J. Welch. Born, 17 Jun 1892. Died, 21 Sep 1951. Burial in Bear Creek Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1910, in Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Farmer. W. Clyde Rushing was a veteran of World War I. He was a member of Tomlin Chapel Baptist Church. Children:
1. Leroy[5] Rushing.
2. Bonnie Ray Rushing. Born, 2 Feb 1925. Died, 2 Feb 1925. Burial in Bear Creek Cem., Decatur Co., TN.
3. Harry Rushing. Born, 14 Jan 1926. Died, 14 Jan 1926. Burial in Bear Creek Cem., Decatur Co., TN.
4. Harrell Rushing. Born, 14 Jan 1926. Died, 6 Feb 1926. Burial in Bear Creek Cem., Decatur Co., TN.
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Leslie Willard (Lee)[4] Hays (Rutherford B., 18). Born, 29 May 1899, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, 3 Feb 1967, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN. Burial in Bear Creek Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1964, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Farmer/TVA.
He married, first, Clara Fisher, daughter of William Layette (Bill) Fisher and Margaret (Maggie) Evans, 21 Dec 1922. Born, 7 Jul 1900, in Mt. Ararat Com., Henderson Co., TN. Died, 28 Jul 1964, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Bear Creek Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1950, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Factory. Children:
1. Joe Willard[5] Hays.
2. Clara Faye Hays.
3. Margaret Virginia Hays.
He married, second, Vera Fisher, Aug 1965.
Ernest Wilmer[4] Hayes (Rutherford B., 18). Born, 6 Jul 1901, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, 10 Oct 1987, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Bear Creek Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1967, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1981, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Farmer/Railroad.
He married Eula Marie Wilkins, daughter of William Oscar Wilkins and Laura B. Duke, 22 Dec 1921, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 2 Apr 1903. Census: 1910, in Decatur Co., TN. Children:
1. Amos Earl[5] Hayes.
2. Lavon Alsie (Vaughn) Hayes.
3. Reba Christine Hayes.
4. Wilma June Hayes. Born, 26 Oct 1929, in Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1991, in Naples, Collier Co., FL. She married, first, James William (Jim) Gordon. She married, second, D. C. Long.
5. Meta Mae Hayes.
6. Doris Jean Hayes.
7. Shirley Marie Hayes. Born, 14 Nov 1936, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, 10 Jun 1938. Burial in Bear Creek Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Shirley Marie Hayes died of complications from measles and whooping cough.
8. Larry Wilkins Hayes.
Ollie[4] Hayes (Rutherford B., 18). Born, circa 1903. Resided: 1959, in Portageville, New Madrid Co., MO. Resided: 1967, in Portageville, New Madrid Co., MO. Resided: 1981, in Clarksburg, Carroll Co., TN.
He married Mary (Mamie) Brunt, 30 Oct 1921. Born, 28 Jun 1904. Died, 9 Sep 1979. Children:
1. Rex Clyde[5] Hays.
2. Opal Hayes.
3. Marie Hayes.
4. Nadine Hayes.
5. Emma Lou Hayes.
6. J. B. Hayes. Born, 6 Jul 1936. Died, 12 Mar 1981. He married Kathryn Kessinger, May 1958.
7. Jerry Hayes. Born, 18 Sep 1938. He married, first, Shirley Roberts, 7 Sep 1962. He married, second, Ella Mae Price, 5 Jun 1969.
8. Patricia L. Hayes. Born, 27 Apr 1942, in Portageville, New Madrid Co., MO. Resided: 1982, in Portageville, New Madrid Co., MO. She married Jessie Allen Wallace, 15 Dec 1960, in Portageville, New Madrid Co., MO.
9. Judy Hayes. Born, 12 Oct 1944, in Portageville, New Madrid Co., MO. Resided: 1982, in Pevely, Jefferson Co., MO. She married, first, Robert Hughes, 6 May 1960. She married, second, Kenneth Griffin, 9 Dec 1961.
10. Danny Hayes.
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Edgar J.[4] Hays (Rutherford B., 18). Born, 25 Sep 1910. Died, 12 Apr 1989, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Mt. Tabor Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1967, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1981, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Iron Worker. Edgar J. Hays was a member of Parsons Church of Christ. He served in the army in 1929.
He married Opal Lancaster, daughter of Lorenzo Lafayette (Fate) Lancaster and Mary Missouri (Mollie) Houston. Born, 30 May 1914, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, 27 Nov 1993, in Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Mt. Tabor Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1979, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1986, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Children:
1. James Reeder[5] Hays. Born, 7 Aug 1934. Died, 27 Feb 1993, in Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Mt. Tabor Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1989, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN.
2. Jess Willard Hays.
3. Hugh L. (Hoot) Hays. Born, 11 Jul 1940. Resided: 1989, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. He married Barbara M. French, 10 Jul 1975.
Bennie Ray[4] Hayes (Rutherford B., 18). Born, 30 Sep 1915. Died, 21 May 1981, in Nashville, Davidson Co., TN. Burial in Bear Creek Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1967, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Farmer. Bennie Ray Hayes was a disabled veteran. He died during surgery to remove cancer from his tongue and mouth.
He married, first, Mildred Owens. Children:
1. Richard Perry[5] Hayes. Resided: 1981, in Inman, Spartanburg Co., SC. Resided: 1995, in Camden, Benton Co., TN.
He married, second, Dorothy Lee Hill, daughter of William Claiborne Hill and Leva Hays, 3 Dec 1940. Born, 12 Apr 1926. Died, 25 Aug 1960. Burial in Bear Creek Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Factory. Dorothy Lee Hill died after a pet bull she had raised from a calf attacked her repeatedly. Children:
1. David Ray Hayes. Born, 22 Nov 1941, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, 6 Aug 1995, in nashville, davidson Co., TN. Resided: 1981, in Nashville, Davidson Co., TN. Resided: circa 1992, in Nashville, Davidson Co., TN. He married Ruth McDonald Pharris, 3 Jul 1985.
2. Wilma Lee Hayes. Born, 26 Dec 1943, in Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1981, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1995, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. She married, first, Jessie Jefferson (Jay) Douglas, son of Jessie Jefferson Douglas and Opal Caroline Tubbs, 9 Sep 1961, in Decatur Co., TN. She married, second, Frank Joseph Moore, son of Frank Charles Moore and Maryu Francis Zarelski, 1973. He married, third, Dora Elizabeth Yarbro, daughter of Edgar W. Yarbro and Viola Tennessee Fisher, 14 Dec 1960. Born, 1 Jan 1927. Died, 4 Sep 1995, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Mt. Lebanon Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Resided: circa 1972, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1995, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Children:
3. Elizabeth Diane Hayes.
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Henry Clay[4] Woods (Gilbert H. (Huse), 29). Born, 1870. Died, 1953. Birth(2): Jan 1869. Burial in Central grove C., Henderson Co., TN.
He married Sally Ann Maness (73), circa 1890. Children:
1. Oscar Clay[5] Wood. Born, 23 Apr 1892. Died, 10 Jan 1936. Burial in Central Grove C., Henderson Co., TN. He married Betty Maness.
2. Elizabeth (Lizzie) Woods.
3. Joe A. Woods. Born, 1894. Died, 1952. Burial in Central Grove C., Henderson Co., TN. He married Lou Annie Maness.
4. Hester L. Wood.
5. Andrew Jack Woods. Born, 14 Oct 1899. Died, 26 Mar 1963. Burial in Central Grove C., Henderson Co., TN. He married Martha Hays.
6. Arlie M. Woods. Born, circa 1902. She married Hudie Baker.
7. Erlee V. Wood. Born, circa 1904. She married Lester Woods.
8. Fred V. Wood. Born, 1 Jul 1907. Died, 22 Jul 1947. Burial in Central Grove C., Henderson Co., TN.
9. Add H. Woods. Born, 1909. Died, 1983. Burial in Central Grove C., Henderson Co., TN. He married Ruby J. Hayes, 12 Dec 1931.
Cordelia[4] Hays (John Bateman, 20). Born, 1871. Died, 1909. Census: 1880, in Henderson Co., TN.
She married Isaac Newton (Boss) West. Born, 31 Oct 1861, in Henderson Co., TN. Died, 7 Mar 1924. Burial in Chapel Hill Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Children:
1. Lessie[5] West. Born, 4 Jun 1899. Died, 26 Nov 1935. Burial in Chapel Hill Cem., Henderson Co., TN. She married, first, William M. Bowman, son of James J. Bowman and Zilpha Elliott. License, 29 Jan 1919, in Henderson Co., TN. She married, second, Benjamin Franklin Bowman, son of James J. Bowman and Zilpha Elliott. License, 4 Jun 1921, in Henderson Co., TN.
2. Otis West.
Clayborn Lee[4] Hayes (John Bateman, 20). Born, 1877. Died, 1943. Burial in Bear Creek Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Henderson Co., TN.
He married Alice Estalee Alexander, daughter of B. Frank Alexander and Amanda (Mandie) J. Milford, 21 Sep 1897, in Henderson Co., TN. Born, 1879. Died, 1948. Burial in Bear Creek Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Children:
1. Amanda Ethel[5] Hayes.
2. Hobert Hayes. Resided: 1972, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN.
3. Raymond Hayes. Resided: 1972, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN.
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Ellis Clayton[4] Hayes (John Bateman, 20). Born, 24 Aug 1880. Died, 5 Jun 1947. Burial in Bear Creek Cem., Decatur Co., TN.
He married, first, Tealer Alexander, daughter of B. Frank Alexander and Amanda (Mandie) J. Milford, circa 1898. Born, 21 Dec 1880. Died, 20 Jan 1932. Burial in Bear Creek Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Children:
1. Chester D.[5] Hayes.
2. Clessie R. Hayes.
3. Zora E. Hayes. Born, 1905. Resided: 1982, in Union City, Obion Co., TN. She married Hugh Canada, 4 Mar 1939, in Decatur Co., TN.
4. Neely H. Hayes.
5. Erma Mae Hayes. Resided: 1982, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN. She married Unknown Brooks.
6. Allie Ruth Hayes. Resided: 1982, in Selmer, McNairy Co., TN. She married Unknown Veason.
7. John B. Hayes. Resided: 1982, in Houston, Harris Co., TX.
He married, second, Roxie Alice Ivy, daughter of John Gordon Ivy and Matilda Adeline Hays, 2 Sep 1933, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 10 Sep 1894, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, 25 Jan 1985. Burial in Bear Creek Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1950, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Roxie (Ivy) Bowman died of pneumonia. Children:
1. Jimmie Lee Hayes. Born, 17 Feb 1936, in Decatur Co., TN. Resided: circa 1992, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. She married William Lloyd Hays, son of James Oscar Hays and Laura Mae Hill, 9 Feb 1952, in Corinth, Alcorn Co., MS. Jimmie Lee (Hayes) Hays had no children.
Naomi[4] Hays (John Bateman, 20). Born, 12 Aug 1892. Died, 23 Dec 1986. Burial in Houston Cem., McKenzie Rd., Decatur Co., TN.
She married Elbert E. Mays, son of Allen Walker Mays and Martha Utopia Houston, 4 Jan 1914, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 29 May 1894, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, 5 Jul 1975, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Houston Cem., McKenzie Rd., Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Farmer. Children:
1. Edna[5] Mays. Resided: 1975, in Scotts Hill, TN. She married Unknown Adams.
2. Bill Mays.
3. Thomas Earl Mays. Born, 20 Nov 1914. Died, 4 Jul 1915. Burial in Houston Cem., McKenzie Rd., Decatur Co., TN.
4. Alie Mae Mays.
5. Martha Mays.
6. James Fred Mays. Born, 17 Mar 1920. Died, 22 Feb 1945, in Germany. Burial in Belgium.
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Acie Lee[4] Maness (Andrew Jackson, 21). Born, 1874. Died, 1947. Burial in Central Grove C., Henderson Co., TN.
He married Charlotta (Lottie) Hays (98), circa 1893. Children:
1. Lennie G.[5] Maness.
Sally Ann[4] Maness (Andrew Jackson, 21). Born, 1874. Died, 1912. Burial in Central Grove C., Henderson Co., TN.
She married Henry Clay Woods (67).
Minnie[4] Maness (Andrew Jackson, 21). Born, 1890. Died, 1974. Burial in Bible Grove Cem., Henderson Co., TN.
She married Lynn Void Wood. Born, 1888. Died, 1932. Burial in Bible Grove Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Children:
1. Flossie[5] Woods.
2. Nobel Wood.
3. Nell Aline Wood.
4. Leonard Jackson Wood.
5. Ruble A. Wood. Born, 1920. Died, 1923.
6. Bethelene Wood.
7. Vernelle Wood.
8. Mayrene Wood. Born, 9 Sep 1926, in Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1990, in Darden, Henderson Co., TN. She married James Robert Kennedy, son of John Luther Kennedy and Euda Putnam, 12 Mar 1961, in Darden Christian, Darden, Henderson Co., TN.
9. Selma Larue Wood.
Mollie[4] Hayes (Joseph (Joe Muddy), 22). Born, 1884. Died, 1945. Burial in Lexington Cem., Henderson Co., TN.
She married Joe Thomas Jowers. Born, 1880. Burial in Lexington Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Children:
1. Wilson T.[5] Jowers. Born, 1913. Died, 1972. Burial in Jowers Cem., Henderson Co., TN. He married Lessie Gilbert.
2. J. T. Jowers. Born, 11 Jun 1915. Died, 13 Jul 1952. Burial in Central Grove C., Henderson Co., TN. He married Opal Woods.
3. Oma Jowers. She married Oscar Jowers.
Dorthula[4] Hayes (Joseph (Joe Muddy), 22). Born, 5 May 1886.
She married Feak Henry Fortner (77).

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Feak Henry[4] Fortner. Born, 5 Aug 1883. Died, 29 Aug 1965. Burial in Central Grove C., Henderson Co., TN.
He married Dorthula Hayes (76). Children:
1. Welton[5] Fortner. Born, 4 Jul 1903. Died, 2 Mar 1919. Burial in Central Grove C., Henderson Co., TN.
2. Ode Fortner. Born, 6 Jul 1906. Died, 2 Mar 1919. Burial in Central Grove C., Henderson Co., TN.
Rosie Belle[4] Maness (James (Jim) Bullard, 24).
She married Doss Tom Hays (56).
Pollyanne[4] Maness (James (Jim) Bullard, 24). Born, circa 1877.
She married Sylvester Roberts. Children:
1. Luther[5] Roberts.
John B. (Pert)[4] Hayes (Henry W., 26). Born, 6 Nov 1871, in TN. Died, 19 May 1938. Burial in Alberton Cem. Census: 1880, in Henderson Co., TN. An obituary for John B. Hayes notes that he had 10 children, 6 of whom were dead.
He married Mary Elizabeth (Babe) Lindsay, daughter of John Lindsay, 1891. Born, Feb 1872. Children:
1. William Garfield[5] Hayes. Born, Nov 1891. Died, before 1936.
2. Bessie Hayes. Born, 14 Aug 1893. Died, 8 Feb 1980. Burial in Central Grove C., Henderson Co., TN. She married James H. (Jim) Maness.
3. John Henry Hayes.
4. Frank Hayes.
5. Elizabeth (Big Liz) Hayes. Born, 1910. She married Harm Davis.
Polly Ann[4] Hays (Henry W., 26). Born, 1872. Died, 1955. Burial in Central Grove C., Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Henderson Co., TN.
She married William Thomas Small. Born, 1868. Died, 1933. Burial in Central Grove C., Henderson Co., TN. Children:
1. Ollie[5] Small. Born, Feb 1891.
2. Lessie Small.
3. Ebbie D. Small.
Isabelle[4] Hayes (Henry W., 26). Born, 1878. Died, 1956. Burial in Central Grove C., Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Henderson Co., TN.
She married, first, Oscar Maness. Born, 12 May 1879. Died, 5 Aug 1899. Burial in Central Grove C., Henderson Co., TN. Children:
1. Leaner[5] Maness. Born, 18 Feb 1898. Died, 12 Sep 1898. Burial in Central Grove C., Henderson Co., TN.
She married, second, John Frizzell, circa 1920. Born, 5 Aug 1870, in Henderson Co., TN. Died, 1 Mar 1940, in Chesterfield, Henderson Co., TN. Birth(2): 1869. Burial in Central Grove C., Henderson Co., TN.

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Samuel M. (Sambo)[4] Hayes (Henry W., 26). Born, 1880. Died, 30 Oct 1964. Burial in Central Grove C., Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Henderson Co., TN.
He married Josie Carrington, 16 Sep 1900, in Henderson Co., TN. Born, 1884. Died, Aug 1968. Burial in Central Grove C., Henderson Co., TN. Children:
1. Henry Lee[5] Hayes. Born, 1901. Died, 1959. Burial in Lexington Cem., Henderson Co., TN. He married, first, Lenie Woods. He married, second, Lora Ann Lyndall.
John C.[4] Maness (Eligah (Lige) M., 27). Born, Feb 1880.
He married Mary E. Woods, daughter of William (Billy) Woods and Martha, 1897. Born, May 1880. Children:
1. Sulie Mae[5] Maness.
Azoria[4] Maness (Eligah (Lige) M., 27). Born, Nov 1891.
She married Frank Hayes (165).
Dorthula[4] Maness (Asa Lee, 28). Born, 1889. Died, 1910. Burial in Central Grove C., Henderson Co., TN.
She married Grover Cleveland Alexander. Born, 1884. Died, 1916. Burial in Oak Grove Cem., Oak Grove, Henderson Co., TN. Children:
1. Belle[5] Alexander.
Samuel Leon[4] Hays (Isaac Martin Columbus, 31). Born, 26 Jan 1862, in Henderson Co., TN. Died, 28 Jan 1931, in Parker, Coal Co., OK. Burial in Centrahoma Cem., Coal Co., OK. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Farmer.
He married, first, Martha Josephine Fowler, daughter of Newton J. Fowler and Louisa J., 9 Oct 1879, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, circa 1864, in TN. Died, circa 1886, in TN. Children:
1. Johnny Arthur[5] Hays. Born, 29 Apr 1882. Died, 21 Dec 1961. Burial in Bear Creek Cem., Decatur Co., TN. He married Elsie Buckner, daughter of Edward Buckner and Nancy Ann Chester, 2 Aug 1905, in Decatur Co., TN.
He married, second, Susie C. Pope, 4 Jun 1891, in Collin Co., TX. Died, circa 1906, in Collin Co., TX.

He married, third, Mamie Hyden, daughter of John Alfred Hyden and Mary (Molly) Eldon, 10 Oct 1917, in Sherman, Grayson Co., TX. Born, 15 Apr 1896, in TX. Died, 29 Jan 1980, in Norman, Cleveland Co., OK. Burial in Hughes Co., OK.

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Mary Ellen (Mellie)[4] Hays (Isaac Martin Columbus, 31). Born, 28 Jul 1866, in TN. Died, 2 Sep 1934. Burial in Bear Creek Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN.
She married Samuel Franklin Pinkley, 4 Feb 1886, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 4 May 1860, in Carroll Co., TN. Died, 15 Jan 1919, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Bear Creek Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Children:
1. Ida Estelle[5] Pinkley.
2. Eugene Franklin Pinkley.
3. Ella Grey Pinkley. Born, 19 Aug 1890. Died, 8 May 1978. Burial in Bear Creek Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1959, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. She married Ethredge Houston (Eff) Woods, 13 Dec 1914.
4. Connie Columbus Pinkley. Born, 14 Nov 1892. Died, 9 Feb 1970. Burial in Bear Creek Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1950, in Westport, TN. He married Ruby Rains, 5 Sep 1920, in Decatur Co., TN.
5. Mary Abby Gail/Abigail Pinkley.
6. Samuel Lester Pinkley.
7. Olive Lela Pinkley. Born, 1901. Died, 1949. Burial in Bear Creek Cem., Decatur Co., TN. She married William W. (Bill) Cox.
8. Aelcie Pinkley. Born, 15 Sep 1903. Died, 9 Dec 1903. Burial in Bear Creek Cem., Decatur Co., TN.
9. Louvenia Pinkley. Born, 9 Apr 1905. Died, 26 Jun 1962. Burial in Bear Creek Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1950, in Edwards, OK. She married D. P. Edwards, 26 Apr 1937, in Decatur Co., TN.
10. Lou Cenia Pinkley. Born, 9 Apr 1905. Died, 12 Aug 1984, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN. Burial in Bear Creek Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1959, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN. Occupation: Salesclerk.
11. Infant Son Pinkley. Born, 1 Sep 1907. Died, 1 Sep 1907. Burial in Bear Creek Cem., Decatur Co., TN.
12. Jessie Arlene Pinkley.
Anna Abagail (Gillie)[4] Hays (Isaac Martin Columbus, 31). Born, 2 Nov 1872, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, 13 Feb 1958. Burial in Bear Creek Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN.
She married James Grant (Little Jimmy) Hays (15).

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Alsie Paralee[4] Hays (Isaac Martin Columbus, 31). Born, 1874. Died, 1960. Burial in Bear Creek Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN.
She married Rufus (Rufe) Gilbert, son of William (Old Billy) Gilbert and Minerva Renfroe, 25 Dec 1895, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 1872. Died, 1936. Burial in Bear Creek Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Children:
1. Virgie Lee[5] Gilbert.
2. William Clayborn Gilbert.
3. Verna Bell Gilbert.
4. James Claude Gilbert.
5. Gracie Dell Gilbert. Born, 30 Sep 1905. Died, 1978, in Wichita, Sedgwick Co., KS. She married Orville Walters in AR.
William Washington[4] Hays (Samuel Leon, 32). Born, 20 Oct 1860, in Henderson Co., TN. Died, 1922. Burial in Gulledge Cem., Henderson Co., TN (unmarked). Census: 1870, in Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Farmer.
He married Margaret J. (Mollie) Gabbard, daughter of Thomas I. Gabbard. Children:
1. Ephraim F. (Eph)[5] Hays.
2. Samuel Leon Hays. Born, 7 Feb 1879, in TX. Died, 15 Apr 1901. Burial in Gulledge Cem., Henderson Co., TN.
Isaac Martin C. (Ike)[4] Ledford. Born, Jan 1870, in TN. Died, circa 1906, in Decatur Co., TN.
He married Elnora Blanche Hays, daughter of Elias W. Hays and Deborah Gibson, 10 May 1891, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, Oct 1871, in TN. Died, Sep 1944, in Gracemont, Cadoo Co., OK. Census: 1880, in Decatur Co., TN. She was named Abbott at the time of her death. Children:
1. Viola Beatrice[5] Ledford.
Nancy[4] Gilbert. Born, 10 Jan 1878. Died, 13 Nov 1948. Burial in Bear Creek Cem., Decatur Co., TN.
She married, first, James Ellis Hays (107).

She married, second, Sam Westbrooks, son of Samuel H. Westbrooks and Frances Isabel McMurry.
Frances[4] Gilbert. Born, 1880. Burial in Bear Creek Cem., Decatur Co., TN.
She married Mitchum B. Dodd, 11 Aug 1899, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 1881. Burial in Bear Creek Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Children:
1. Carl Walker[5] Dodd.
2. E. A. Dodd. Born, 15 Apr 1906. Died, 15 Dec 1908. Burial in Bear Creek Cem., Decatur Co., TN.
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William Asa[4] Gilbert. Born, 1882. Died, 1969. Burial in Bear Creek Cem., Decatur Co., TN.
He married, first, Lela Allen Duke, daughter of George Allen Duke and Lula Wallace, 22 Dec 1907, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, Jan 1889. Died, 1922. Burial in Bear Creek Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. Children:
1. Lessie Ethel[5] Gilbert.
2. William Alden Gilbert.
He married, second, Ella Vada Williams, daughter of Willie R. Williams and Fronia Maxwell. Born, 1906. Died, 1961. Burial in Bear Creek Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Children:
1. James Asa Gilbert.
2. Paul Wayne Gilbert.
3. William Earl Gilbert.
Clerica A.[4] Gilbert. Born, 12 Jun 1887. Died, 29 Mar 1981. Burial in Bear Creek Cem., Decatur Co., TN.
She married Sanders V. Box, son of John A. Lee Grant Box and Delitia E. Hamilton, 14 Nov 1911, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 19 Mar 1887. Died, 3 Mar 1975. Burial in Bear Creek Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Children:
1. Ollie[5] Box. Born, 6 Feb 1912, in Decatur Co., TN. He married Myrtle Prince.
2. William L. Gilbert Box. Born, 19 Apr 1917, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, 30 May 1992. Burial in Bear Creek Cem., Decatur Co., TN. He married Ruby Meggs, 17 Dec 1940, in Decatur Co., TN. A military marker used as a footstone on his grave notes "Tec 5 US Army World War II."
3. Maggie Mae Box. Born, 20 May 1919, in Decatur Co., TN. She married Jimmy Roy Moore, son of William Garrett Moore and Sophie Ann Rushing, 24 Dec 1942.
4. Virgil Ray Box.
5. Golden Marie Box. Born, 9 Mar 1924, in Decatur Co., TN. She married Eddie Wilard Kelley.
6. Lucille Box.
7. Infant Daughter Box. Born, 24 Jan 1930. Died, 24 Jan 1930. Burial in Bear Creek Cem., Decatur Co., TN.
8. Cecil O. Box. Born, 17 May 1931. Died, 22 Jun 1931. Burial in Bear Creek Cem., Decatur Co., TN.
9. Ida Box. She married William Cleburn.
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James Isaac[4] Gilbert. Born, 8 Apr 1892. Died, 19 Jan 1987. Burial in Bear Creek Cem., Decatur Co., TN.
He married Ellie Belle Conder, 2 Sep 1916, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 1891. Children:
1. James Elzie[5] Gilbert. Born, circa 1917. Died, 16 Oct 1995, in Paris, Henry Co., TN. Burial in Bear Creek Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Farmer/Carpenter. He married Mary Sue Stone, 18 Mar 1939, in Decatur Co., TN. James E. Gilbert was a member of Bear Creek Baptist Church.
2. Wilma Gilbert.
3. William Fred Gilbert.
Charlotta (Lottie)[4] Hays (Marion Bradbury, 42). Born, circa 1875. Died, 1944.
She married Acie Lee Maness (72).
Dee Merson[4] Hayes (Marion Bradbury, 42). Born, 1882. Died, 1947. Burial in Bear Creek Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Mail Carrier.
He married Margaret Ann (Meg) Odle. Born, 1881. Died, 1954. Burial in Bear Creek Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Children:
1. Naomi Pauline[5] Hayes.
2. Robert (Bob) Hays.
3. Marion B. (Boots) Hayes. Born, 1906. Died, 1950. Burial in Bear Creek Cem., Decatur Co., TN. He married Vivian Lucille Morris.
4. James Rufus (J.R.) Hayes.
5. Bert Odel Hayes.
6. Irlby Hayes. Born, 1909. Died, 1931. Burial in Bear Creek Cem., Decatur Co., TN. She married Ulyes Young, 29 Nov 1930, in Decatur Co., TN.
7. Luther Ray (Skinny) Hayes.
8. William Douglas Hayes.
9. Maggie D. Hays. Born, 16 May 1918. Died, 22 Jul 1919. Burial in Bear Creek Cem., Decatur Co., TN.
10. Milford Leon Hayes.
11. Mary G. Hayes.
12. Dorothy Blanche Hayes.
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Ada[4] Hays (Marion Bradbury, 42). Born, 28 Dec 1888, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, 5 Aug 1972. Birth(2): circa 1893. Burial in Dunklin Co., MO.
She married Andrew Taylor, son of George W. Taylor and Mary M./Molly Ivy, 24 Mar 1912, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 4 Apr 1888. Died, 6 Dec 1960, in Kennett, Dunklin Co., MO. Burial in Dunklin Co., MO. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. Children:
1. Infant[5] Taylor. Born, 25 Apr 1913. Died, 25 Apr 1913. Burial in Bear Creek Cem., Decatur Co., TN.
2. Maxie Taylor. Born, 2 Oct 1914, in Decatur Co., TN. She married W. T. (Bill) Penny, 1 Oct 1936, in Pemiscot Co., MO.
3. Roy Lee Taylor. Born, 22 Jan 1918, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, 20 May 1965. He married Myzella Rhodes, daughter of Jimmy Rhodes, 7 Dec 1936, in Pemiscot Co., MO.
4. Cecil Elmo Taylor. Born, 26 Apr 1920. He married Betty Page, daughter of Burton Page and Marion, 6 Apr 1946, in New Madrid, New Madrid Co., MO.
5. Paul Taylor. Born, 8 Jul 1923. Died, 11 Nov 1984, in Jackson, Madison Co., TN. Burial in Oaklawn Cem., Milan, Gibson Co., TN. Occupation: Salesman. He married, first, Kathryn Davis, daughter of Jimmy Davis and May, 10 Nov 1945, in Sikeston, Scott Co., MO. He married, second, Dorothy P. Pillow, 12 Jun 1973.
Rocxie[4] Rosson. Born, 19 Dec 1895. Died, 30 Aug 1897. Burial in Bear Creek Cem., Decatur Co., TN.
She married Houston Brown. Born, 14 Dec 1843. Died, 21 Aug 1888. Burial in Smith Chapel, Henderson Co., TN. Children:
1. Sam L.[5] Brown.
James Ted[4] Arnold. Born, 1905, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, 1962, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN. Burial in Crossroads Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Farmer.
He married Unknown. Children:
1. Harold[5] Arnold. Resided: 1962, in Beacon, Decatur Co., TN.
2. Maxie/Maxine Arnold. Resided: 1962, in Chesterfield, Henderson Co., TN. She married Holly Hays.
3. Imogene Arnold. Resided: 1962, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. She married Unknown Stanfill.
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Ruby[4] Hayes (Adam Pohaton (Pat), 39). Born, 1904. Died, 1975. Burial in Duke Chapel Cem., Henderson Co., TN.
She married Daniel Madison Graves, 4 Aug 1918, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 1898. Died, 1986, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Duke Chapel, Hendertson Co., TN. Children:
1. Rebecca[5] Graves.
2. Paul Graves.
3. Hurlet Leon Graves.
4. Hayes J. Graves. He married Tommie Eads, 28 Apr 1950, in Decatur Co., TN.
5. Nina Lou Graves. She married Unknown Clenny.
Ollie Nelson[4] Hayes (Adam Pohaton (Pat), 39). Born, 1906.
He married Betty Gilbert (218). Children:
1. Herman[5] Hayes.
2. Herbert Hayes.
3. Oleta Hayes. She married Jerry Phillips.
Maudie[4] Davis (James M. (Black Jim), 40). Born, 1905. Died, 10 Nov 1984, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN. Burial in Bible Grove Cem., Henderson Co., TN.
She married William Albert Woods, son of William H. Woods and Molicey W./Dora Hays. Born, Feb 1898. Died, 1972. Burial in Bible Grove Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1965, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN. Children:
1. Herbert Lee[5] Woods.
2. Martha Magaline Woods.
3. Ruthie Lee Woods.
4. William Plautt Woods.
5. Nora Madella Woods.
6. James Adkins Woods.
7. Mary Lou Woods.
8. Janice Gayle Woods.
Manerva Louise (Nervie)[5] Hays (James M. C., 43). Born, 1894. Died, 1967. Burial in Corinth Cem., Henderson Co., TN.
She married Charlie Harrison Maness. Born, 1888. Died, 1956. Burial in Corinth Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Children:
1. Jimmy Harrison[6] Maness.
2. Maggie Allen Maness.
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James Ellis[5] Hays (William H. H. (Billy), 44). Born, 1 May 1879, in TN. Burial in Paducah, McCracken Co., KY.
He married Nancy Gilbert (93), 19 Sep 1896, in Henderson Co., TN. Children:
1. Effie[5] Hays. Born, 1898. Resided: circa 1990, in Seabrook, TX. She married George Graves, 21 Mar 1917, in Decatur Co., TN.
2. Hobert Hays.
3. Elco Hays. Born, 1903. Died in TX.
4. Fred M. Hays. Born, 7 Dec 1904. Died, 1 Jun 1976, in KY. Burial in Bear Creek Cem., Decatur Co., TN. He married, first, Annie Leeper. He married, second, E. Pearl Bell. Fred hays and his wife Pearl were killed in an outomobile accident.
5. Opal Hays. Born, 1907. She married Marion Stewart.
6. Lossie R. Hays.
7. Dossie Hays.
Mary F.[5] Cruise (James (Jim), 45). Born, Jun 1881. Died, 15 Feb 1977. Burial in Corinth Cem., Henderson Co., TN.
She married Thomas Melton (Minnie) Gilbert, son of William (Old Billy) Gilbert and Minerva Renfroe, circa 1897. Born, circa 1875. Died, 1938. Burial in Mt. Ararat Cem., Henderson Co., TN (unmarked). Children:
1. John (Johnnie)[6] Gilbert.
2. Ollie Gilbert. Born, 14 Oct 1908. Died, 3 Jan 1956. Burial in Corinth Cem., Henderson Co., TN. He married Jenivive Marshall, 25 Aug 1931, in Decatur Co., TN.
3. Arlie F. Gilbert. Born, 1912. Resided: 1977, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN. He married, first, Ruby J. Renfroe, 27 Aug 1932. He married, second, Lora A. Duke, daughter of Robert Lee Duke and Dora Kansas Derryberry.
4. Jessie Gilbert. Born, 23 May 1915. Died, 1 Mar 1950. Burial in Corinth Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Jesse Gilbert never married.
5. Hubert Gilbert. Resided: 1977, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN. He married Willie McPeake.
6. Frank Gilbert. Resided: 1977, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN. He married Hazel Ballard.
7. Lorene Gilbert. Resided: 1977, in Palmyra, Marion Co., MO. She married Ira Wheeler.
8. Lessie Gilbert. Born, 1920. Resided: 1977, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN. She married Wilson T. Jowers.
9. Betty Gilbert.
10. Ray Gilbert. Resided: 1977, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN. He married Jewel Middleton, daughter of Alfred H. Middleton and Laura B.
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Thomas[5] Cruise (James (Jim), 45). Born, Oct 1888. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN.
He married an unknown woman. Children:
1. J. W.[6] Cruise.
James M.[5] Renfroe. Born, 1884. Died, 1956. Burial in Corinth Cem., Henderson Co., TN.
He married Girthy Wood, daughter of George Sherman Wood and Synthia Davis, 15 Jul 1906, in Decatur Co., TN. Mar License, 2 Jan 1906, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 1889. Died, 1977. Burial in Corinth Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Children:
1. Ruby J.[6] Renfroe. Born, 1910. Died, 1964. Burial in Corinth Cem., Henderson Co., TN. She married Arlie F. Gilbert, 27 Aug 1932.
2. Eula M. Renfroe.
3. Lester Renfroe.
Luther C.[5] Renfroe. Born, 1891. Died, 1945. Burial in Corinth Cem., Henderson Co., TN.
He married Pearl Mae (Pearlie) Derryberry, daughter of Isaac Manuel (Man) Derryberry and Febie/Phoebie Arnold, 8 Nov 1914, in Henderson Co., TN. Born, 21 Dec 1899. Died, 3 Feb 1982. Birth(2): Dec 1898. Burial in Corinth Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1971, in Huntingdon, Carroll Co., TN. Children:
1. M. Beulah[6] Renfroe.
2. Covie Renfroe.
3. Betty Ruth Renfroe.
4. Zula Mae Renfro.
5. Obie Renfroe. He married Falstine Wallace.
Eliza A.[5] Reeves. Born, 1884, in Henderson Co., TN. Died, 1973. Burial in Darden Cem., Henderson Co., TN.
She married Adam Pohaton (Pat) Hays (39).
Alma[5] Reeves. Born, 1887. Died, 1971. Burial in Oak Grove Cem., Oak Grove, Henderson Co., TN.
She married Asa N. (Dotson) Hays (55).
Hollie[5] Hayes (James Monroe (Jimmy), 50). Born, 1894. Died, 1977. Burial in Central Grove C., Henderson Co., TN.
He married Hester L. Wood (146), 23 Dec 1924. Children:
1. James Henry[6] Hayes.
2. Holly Hays. He married Maxie/Maxine Arnold.
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Hubert[5] Hamm. Born, 1900. Died, 1962. Burial in Duke Chapel Cem., Henderson Co., TN.
He married Laura J. Hays, daughter of Balaam Jasper Hays and Dora Gabbard, 24 Feb 1921, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 24 Feb 1901. Died, 1983. Burial in Duke Chapel Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1910. Resided: 1958, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN. Children:
1. Everett[6] Hamm. Born, 1922. Died, 1977. Burial in Duke Chapel Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1964, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN. He married Doris Moberly.
2. Wilma Hamm.
3. J. D. Hamm.
4. Dorothy Coy Hamm.
Milton[5] Hamm. Born, 7 Jul 1902. Died, 7 Jul 1980. Burial in Duke Chapel Cem., Henderson Co., TN.
He married Euda Mae Holmes. Born, circa 1903. Died, 1 Jun 1996, in Jackson, Madison Co., TN. Burial in Duke Chapel Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Children:
1. Sarah[6] Hamm. Resided: 1996, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN.
2. Jewell Hamm. Resided: 1996, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN.
3. Minnie Hamm. Resided: 1996, in St. Louis, St. Louis Co., MO. She married Unknown Todd.
Aulsie G.[5] Hamm. Born, 1905. Died, 1938. Burial in Duke Chapel Cem., Henderson Co., TN.
He married Alpha May Sullivan, daughter of Calvin N. Sullivan and Maude S. Hays. Born, 1911. Resided: 1964, in Beacon, Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1970, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Children:
1. Kenneth Paul[6] Hamm.
2. J. Fred Hamm. Born, 1928. Died, 1950. Burial in Duke Chapel Cem., Henderson Co., TN.
3. Betty Joyce Hamm.
4. Vaughn Ray Hamm. Resided: 1964, in Beacon, Decatur Co., TN.
Myrtle[5] Hamm. Born, 1906. Died, 1977. Burial in New Hope Cem., Henderson Co., TN.
She married Ike Melton, 19 Nov 1922. Born, 1904. Children:
1. Infant[6] Melton. Born, 1925. Died, 1925. Burial in Hayes Cem., Henderson Co., TN.
2. Billy Joe Melton.
3. Zula Melton.
4. Jerri Melton.
5. Shirley Melton.
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Fleetwood[5] Hamm. Born, 19 Oct 1910.
He married Vannie Rogers, 4 Oct 1930, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 9 Apr 1911. Children:
1. Mary Sue[6] Hamm.
Willie[5] Hamm.
He married Arkie Delphie Johnson. Born, circa 1909. Died, 1991, in Jackson, Madison Co., TN. Burial in Judson Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Children:
1. Hubert[6] Hamm. Resided: 1991, in Sevierville, Sevier Co., TN.
2. Mayreen Hamm. Resided: 1991, in Peoria, Peoria Co., IL. She married Ficher.
3. Jeff Hamm. Resided: 1991, in Reagan, Henderson Co., TN.
4. Jerry Paul Hamm. Resided: 1991, in Adamsville, McNairy Co., TN.
5. Maxine Hamm. Resided: 1991, in Enville, Chester Co., TN. She married Unknown Edgin.
6. Kenneth Hamm. Resided: 1991, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN.
7. Brenda Hamm. Resided: 1991, in Erin, Houston Co., TN. She married Unknown Jones.
Flora[5] Hayes (Jackson Thomas, 54). Born, 28 Oct 1909, in Henderson Co., TN. Died, 8 Jun 1946, in Henderson Co., TN. Burial in Duke Chapel Cem., Henderson Co., TN.
She married Wiley Robert Dickson, son of Edgar Dickson and Mary Mitchell. Born, 3 May 1906. Died, 18 Sep 1966. Burial in Duke Chapel Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1943, in Darden, Henderson Co., TN. Children:
1. Dorothy Sue[6] Dickson.
2. W. R. Dickson. Born, 24 May 1929, in Henderson Co., TN. Died, 28 Apr 1971. He married Rose.
3. Paul Dean Dickson. Born, 3 Dec 1934, in Darden, Henderson Co., TN. Died, 8 Jul 1936. Burial in Duke Chapel Cem., Henderson Co., TN.
4. Jerry Allen Dickson.
5. Arthur Donald (Duck) Dickson.
6. Ronald Hayes Dickson.
Cora Mae[5] Hayes (Jackson Thomas, 54). Born, 26 Jul 1913, in Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1973, in Jackson, Madison Co., TN.
She married Milford Adair Graves, son of Marcus D. Graves and Aletha Alexander, 6 Nov 1933, in Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1965, in Jackson, Madison Co., TN. Children:
1. Peggy Laverne[6] Graves. Born, 8 Sep 1935. Died, 13 Sep 1935. Burial in Duke Chapel, Henderson Co., TN.
2. Lawanna Annette Graves. Born, 24 Aug 1936. She married Bobby Neal Hooper.
3. Patsy Lou Graves. Born, 31 May 1942, in Beacon, Decatur Co., TN. She married Larry Wayne Pritchard, 28 May 1960, in Florence, Lauderdale Co., AL.
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Cova Lee[5] Hayes (Jackson Thomas, 54). Born, 24 Feb 1920, in Henderson Co., TN. Died, 18 Dec 1971. Burial in Mt. Zion Cem., Decatur Co., TN.
He married Chlorine Grice, daughter of William Madison Grice and Elvia Cooley. Born, 7 Jun 1923. Died, 2 Jan 1986. Burial in Mt. Zion Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1969, in Huntingdon, Carroll Co., TN. Children:
1. Carolyn[6] Hayes.
2. Bobbie Lee Hayes.
3. Thomas Hayes.
4. Roger Hayes.
5. Andrea Hayes.
Exell/Exie[5] Hayes (Jackson Thomas, 54). Born, 17 Aug 1924. Resided: 1973, in Linden, Perry Co., TN.
She married, first, Wiley Robert Dickson, son of Edgar Dickson and Mary Mitchell, after 1946. Born, 3 May 1906. Died, 18 Sep 1966. Burial in Duke Chapel Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1943, in Darden, Henderson Co., TN. Children:
1. Robert Wayne[6] Dickson. Born, 28 Jan 1949, in Henderson Co., TN. He married Patsy Jo Soles, 15 Apr 1969, in Decatur Co., TN.
She married, second, Charles Marlin, before 1973.
Vernie A.[6] Hays (Asa N. (Dotson), 55). Born, 10 Aug 1911. Died, 10 Apr 1984. Burial in Union Church, Henderson Co., TN.
She married James Ellis Duke. Born, 15 Nov 1899. Died, 5 Apr 1982. Burial in Union Church, Henderson Co., TN. Children:
1. Lenois[7] Duke.
2. Charles Duke.
3. Jean Duke.
4. Clois Duke.
5. Evelyn Duke.
Jim Frank[5] Hays (Doss Tom, 56). Born, 15 Aug 1882. Died, 3 Mar 1979. Burial in Maizes Chapel, Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1972, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN.
He married Lennie Woods, daughter of Hint Woods and Becky Jane Roberts. Born, 20 Sep 1906. Died, 21 Aug 1990. Burial in Maizes Chapel, Henderson Co., TN. Children:
1. Lloyd Ray[6] Hays.
2. Etta Mae Hays.
3. J. D. Hays.
4. J. C. Hays.
5. A. G. Hayes.
6. Alma Rae Hays.
7. Velma Hays.
8. Edward Ray Hays.
9. Claiborne Hays. Resided: 1993, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN. He married Shirley Anne Renfroe (322).
10. L. V. Hays.
11. James L. Hays.
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Linnie Cloell[5] Eads. Born, 1924. Died, 1977. Burial in Mt. Ararat Cem., Henderson Co., TN. A military marker used as a footstone on his grave notes "S1 US Navy World War II."
He married Faye Naomi Colwick. Born, 1930. Children:
1. Danny[6] Eads.
2. Greg Eads.
3. Debbie Eads.
Johnnie Sue[5] Eads.
She married Maurice Neal Townsend, son of Mahlon Nathaniel Townsend and Emma S. Odle. Born, 19 Oct 1930, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Resided: circa 1996, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Auto Dealer. Maurice Townsend served four years in the navy. He founded Townsend Chevrolet of Parsons in 1955. Children:
1. Pamela Gail[6] Townsend.
2. Neal Townsend. Born, 16 Mar 1958.
Warren Alfred[5] Myracle. Born, 26 Oct 1920. Died, 1993. Burial in Bear Creek Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1993, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN.
He married Mary Sue Grimsley, daughter of James Arthur Grimsley and Minnie O. White, 20 Nov 1940, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 1921. Children:
1. Bobby Joe[6] Myracle.
Leroy[5] Rushing. Born in Henderson, Henderson Co., KY. Occupation: Construction. Leroy Rushing was the son of Ellis and Molly Taylor. He was adopted at age three by Clyde and Aura Rushing.
He married Lyndall Christine Moore, daughter of Thomas Jackson (Jack) Moore and Jessie Pauline Ledbetter, 1946. Resided: 1979, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1992, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Factory. Children:
1. Jacqueline Rose[6] Rushing.
2. Barbara Kay Rushing.
3. Lila Jean Rushing.
Joe Willard[5] Hays (Leslie Willard (Lee), 62). Born, 4 Nov 1923, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Died, 2 May 1960, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Bear Creek Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Navy. Joe Willard Hays was a career Navy man and a veteran of World War II and Korea. He was killed in an automobile accident while home on leave.
He married Mary Imogene (Jean) McMurry, daughter of James J. (Jim) McMurry and Esther Ruth Smith, 7 Sep 1944. Born, 5 Mar 1928, in Perryville, Decatur Co., TN. Resided: circa 1992, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN. Children:
1. Rosetta Kay[6] Hays. Born, 8 Jun 1947, in Jackson, Madison Co., TN. Resided: circa 1992, in FL. Occupation: Caterer.
2. Ronald Gene (Ronnie) Hays.
3. Joe Michael (Michelle) Hays. Born, 27 Jul 1950, in Canal Zone, Panama. Died, 3 Nov 1990, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN. Burial in Bear Creek Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Entertainer. "Joe Michael was found on the side of the road, shot to death. His murder has never been solved. A family member said he was buried as Michelle and that his funeral resembled a Hollywood party with his friends in evening gowns, furs and limousines. I met Michelle once. His brother, Ronnie, introduced us. Michelle looked like the actress/singer, Cher. His family accepted that he felt different inside. It's sad he came to a tragic end. No issue." [Descendants of Thomas and Louisa Evans]
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Clara Faye[5] Hays (Leslie Willard (Lee), 62). Born, 27 Jun 1925, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1964, in Rome, Floyd Co., GA. Resided: circa 1992, in Rome, Floyd Co., GA.
She married Seaborn Buron Reeves, Nov 1944, in Corinth, Alcorn Co., MS. Occupation: Optometrist. Seaborn Reeves served in the army during World War II. Children:
1. David Allen[6] Reeves. Resided: circa 1992, in Rome, Floyd Co., GA. Occupation: Optician. david reeves had a daughter named Kimberly.
2. Linda Faye Reeves. Resided: circa 1992, in Rome, Floyd Co., GA. Occupation: Optical Store. Linda Reeves married an attoirney and had two children, Laurie and Bradley.
3. Douglas Vernon Reeves. Resided: circa 1992, in Rome, Floyd Co., GA. Occupation: Optometrist.
4. Donna Marie Reeves. Resided: circa 1992, in Rome, Floyd Co., GA. Donna Reeves has a son Seaborn Reeves Waters born circa 1992.
Margaret Virginia[5] Hays (Leslie Willard (Lee), 62). Born, 16 Sep 1933, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1964, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN. Occupation: Sears.
She married Thomas Lenoice Bartholomew, son of Leonice Alfred Bartholomew and Edith Lee Welch, 16 Dec 1949, in Corinth, Alcorn Co., MS. Born, 3 May 1930, in Decatur Co., TN. Resided: circa 1992, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN. Children:
1. Sherry Ann[6] Bartholomew. Born, 20 Aug 1950, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Resided: circa 1992, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN. Occupation: Secretary. She married Jim Cooper.
2. Tanya Bartholomew. Born, 23 May 1971. Resided: circa 1992, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN. Occupation: Nurse.
Amos Earl[5] Hayes (Ernest Wilmer, 63). Born, 20 Jan 1923, in Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1982, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN. Resided: 1991, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN. Amos Earl Hayes served in the U.S. Navy during World War II.
He married Maudie Doty, daughter of M. F. Doty and Maudie. Born, 1 Oct 1929, in Cleveland, Bolivar Co., MS. Children:
1. Murry Earl[6] Hayes. Born, 6 Mar 1960, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN. He married Natalie Huddleston, daughter of Russell Huddleston and Martha, 17 Feb 1990.
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Lavon Alsie (Vaughn)[5] Hayes (Ernest Wilmer, 63). Born, 29 Sep 1924, in Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1982, in Atlanta, Fulton Co., GA. Resided: 1991, in Stone Mountain, Decalb Co., GA. Occupation: Plane Inspector. Lavon Alsie Hayes served in the Air Force in World War II.
She married Arnell Doyle. Divorce, before 1992. Children:
1. Vivian Annette[6] Doyle.
Reba Christine[5] Hayes (Ernest Wilmer, 63). Born, 12 Jan 1927, in Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1982, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN. Resided: 1991, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN. Occupation: Salesperson.
She married Wilson William Gurley, son of William Gurley and Janie Tubbs, 5 Mar 1944. Born, 14 Sep 1920, in Scotts Hill, Decatur Co., TN. Died, 19 Oct 1977, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN. Burial in Forest Hill Cem., Memphis, Shelby Co., TN. Occupation: Chemical Co. Wilson Gurley served in the U.S. Navy 1941-1946. Children:
1. William Dale[6] Gurley.
2. Gary Lewis Gurley.
3. Randy Lynn Gurley. Born, 1 Oct 1966, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN. Occupation: Marketing.
4. John Mark Gurley. Born, 24 Feb 1980, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN. Resided: 1991, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN. Occupation: Cellular Phones. He married Shea McMelon, daughter of Joe McMelon and Susan, 12 May 1990, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN.
Meta Mae[5] Hayes (Ernest Wilmer, 63). Born, 31 May 1932, in Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1991, in Naples, Collier Co., FL.
She married James Curtis Ledbetter. Born, 31 May 1932, in Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Trucking. Children:
1. Dudley[6] Ledbetter.
2. Patricia Darlene Ledbetter.
3. Dwana Ledbetter.
4. Jeff Ledbetter.
Doris Jean[5] Hayes (Ernest Wilmer, 63). Born, 6 Oct 1934, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, 30 Aug 1988, in Nashville, Davidson Co., TN. Burial in Woodlawn Cem., Nashville, Davidson Co., TN.
She married Andrew Jackson (A.J.) Tolley, son of Andrew Jackson Tolley and Emma Jones. Born, 30 Nov 1929, in Darden, Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1996, in Nashville, Davidson Co., TN. Andrew Jackson Tolley served in Korea 1951-1952. Children:
1. Michael Lynn[6] Tolley. Born, 16 Jul 1954, in Nashville, Davidson Co., TN. Resided: 1991, in Nashville, Davidson Co., TN. Occupation: Construction.
2. Karen Jean Tolley. Born, 31 Oct 1960, in Nashville, Davidson Co., TN. Resided: 1991, in Hermitage, Davidson Co., TN. Occupation: Office Manager.
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Larry Wilkins[5] Hayes (Ernest Wilmer, 63). Born, 11 Sep 1942, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, 15 Apr 1987. Burial in Bear Creek Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Larry Wilkins Hayes was killed in an automobile accident.
He married Catherine Marie. Children:
1. Larry Wilkins[6] Hayes. Born, 1 Dec 1966.
Rex Clyde[5] Hays (Ollie, 64). Born, 23 Apr 1923, in Darden, Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1982, in Portageville, New Madrid Co., MO.
He married Mary Magdelene Fullerton, 26 Feb 1944, in Osceola, St. Clair Co., MO. Born, 25 Oct 1925, in Gilette, MO. Children:
1. Charles E.[6] Hays. Born, 2 Feb 1945, in Portageville, New Madrid Co., MO. He married, first, Betty Jean Clayton, 3 Feb 1964, in Kennett, Dunklin Co., MO. He married, second, Sarah Joyce Selph.
2. Mary Ellen Hays. Born, 9 Dec 1946, in Portageville, New Madrid Co., MO. She married Donald Eugene Berry, 3 Feb 1964.
3. Johnny Leroy Hays. Born, 19 Aug 1949, in Portageville, New Madrid Co., MO. He married Brenda Jean Powell, 20 Sep 1970, in New Madrid Co., MO.
4. Shari Diane Hays. Born, 15 Jul 1953, in Portageville, New Madrid Co., MO. She married Samuel Byron Butler, 29 Jul 1972.
5. Clyde Rex Hays. Born, 15 Jul 1953, in Portageville, New Madrid Co., MO. He married Phillis McElroy, 14 Jun 1982, in Galveston, TX.
6. Mauri Stephen Hays. Born, 28 Jul 1957, in Portageville, New Madrid Co., MO. He married Susie Dianne Garrison, 10 Jan 1976.
7. William Thomas Hays. Born, 24 Jul 1960, in Portageville, New Madrid Co., MO.
8. Tammy Anette Hays. Born, 5 Jul 1962, in Portageville, New Madrid Co., MO. Died, 5 May 1963, in Portageville, New Madrid Co., MO.
9. David Glenn Hays. Born, 16 Oct 1964, in Hayti, pemiscott Co., MO.
Opal[5] Hayes (Ollie, 64). Born, 30 Sep 1925, in Darden, Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1982, in Clarksburg, Carroll Co., TN. Resided: circa 1990, in Huntingdon, Carroll Co., TN.
She married William Jeffries, 6 Mar 1946. Children:
1. Brenda Joyce[6] Jeffries.
2. Monty Lee Jeffries. Born, 15 Feb 1950. Died, 10 Sep 1950.
3. Mattie Sue Jeffries.
4. Tony Edward Jeffries.
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Emma Lou[5] Hayes (Ollie, 64). Born, 15 Dec 1933. Resided: 1982, in Clarksburg, Carroll Co., TN.
She married Virl E. Adams, 26 Oct 1952. Children:
1. Jerry Dale[6] Adams. Born, 18 Dec 1957. He married Sandi Cook, 1 Jul 1980.
2. Terry Lynn Adams. Born, 18 Dec 1957. Died, 15 Aug 1977. Terry Lynn Adams was ill from a kidney disease for five years. He died after his body rejected a transplanted kidney.
Jess Willard[5] Hays (Edgar J., 65). Born, 23 Jun 1937. Resided: 1989, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN.
He married Ruthie Dale Rushing, 13 Jun 1964. Born, 8 May 1937. Children:
1. Betsy Kay[6] Hays. Born, 17 Oct 1966.
Elizabeth Diane[5] Hayes (Bennie Ray, 66). Born, 28 Sep 1961. Resided: 1981, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1995, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN.
She married Ricky Lynn Gordon, 29 Jun 1980. Born, 11 Dec 1961. Children:
1. Joni[6] Gordon.
2. Joanna Gordon.
Elizabeth (Lizzie)[5] Woods (Henry Clay, 67). Born, Jul 1892.
She married Les A. Reeves. Children:
1. Infant Son[6] Reeves. Born, 7 Jun 1919. Died, 7 Jun 1919. Burial in Central Grove C., Henderson Co., TN.
Hester L.[5] Wood (Henry Clay, 67). Born, 1897. Died, 1980. Burial in Central Grove C., Henderson Co., TN.
She married Hollie Hayes (114).
Otis[5] West. Born, 21 Mar 1908. Died, 8 Jul 1972, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN. Burial in Chapel Hill Cem., Henderson Co., TN.
He married, first, Eita Lois Holmes, before 1934. Born, 13 Mar 1914. Died, 6 Jan 1934. Burial in Chapel Hill Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Children:
1. Joy Faye[6] West. She married James Simmons.
He married, second, Onie Mae Bowman, daughter of John Thomas Bowman and Polly Ann Garner, 23 Sep 1934, in Henderson Co., TN. Born, 7 May 1916, in Wildersville, Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1920, in Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1962, in Jackson, Madison Co., TN. Children:
1. Bobby Nuel West. Born, 14 Sep 1936, in Henderson Co., TN. He married Ruth Eddleman, 27 Sep 1953.
2. Edna Ann West. Born, 13 Aug 1938. She married Virgil Baker.
3. Jerry Wayne West.
4. Alice Gloria West. Born, 13 May 1942, in Chester Co., TN. She married Phillip Knipper, 11 Jun 1961.
5. Sandra Janelle West. Born, 29 Jul 1943, in Henderson Co., TN. She married Ronnie Giddens, 7 Aug 1960.
6. Terry Lynn West. Born, 20 May 1945, in Chester Co., TN. He married Brenda Neil, 1972.
7. Linda Kaye West. Born, 21 Jun 1946, in Chester Co., TN.
8. Larry Don West. Born, 10 May 1948, in Chester Co., TN. He married Shelia Douglass, 1973.
9. Sherry Elaine West. Born, 6 Apr 1955, in Madison Co., TN. She married Larry Rhodes, 18 Dec 1976.
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Amanda Ethel[5] Hayes (Clayborn Lee, 69). Born, 5 Sep 1901. Died, 1 Dec 1972, in Lexington, Henderson Co., TN. Burial in Duke Chapel Cem., Henderson Co., TN.
She married Oliver Esco Watson, son of John Franklin (Frank) Watson and Amanda A. Douglas, 14 Mar 1919, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 30 May 1893. Died, 20 May 1962, in Memphis, Shelby Co., TN. Burial in Duke Chapel Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Government. A military marker serving as footstone for his grave reads "Tennessee PFC 4 Mil Police Co World War I." He was a member of Parsons Church of Christ and a long-time employee of county government. Children:
1. Willard Fred (Bones)[6] Watson.
2. Coy Lee Watson.
3. Hugh Franklin Watson.
Chester D.[5] Hayes (Ellis Clayton, 70). Born, Dec 1899. Resided: 1982, in Nashville, Davidson Co., TN.
He married Golden Watson, daughter of John Franklin (Frank) Watson and Amanda A. Douglas, 10 Aug 1919, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, circa 1902. Census: 1910, in Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1962, in Nashville, Davidson Co., TN. Children:
1. Inez[6] Hayes.
2. Wilda Hayes.
3. Elizabeth Hayes.
4. Evelyn Hayes.
5. Chester Hayes.
Clessie R.[5] Hayes (Ellis Clayton, 70). Born, 1902. Resided: 1982, in Nashville, Davidson Co., TN.
She married William Leslie (Lec) Watson, son of John Franklin (Frank) Watson and Amanda A. Douglas, 11 May 1919, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, Feb 1897. Died, Apr 1956. Burial in Bear Creek Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. Children:
1. Clyde Ray[6] Watson.
Neely H.[5] Hayes (Ellis Clayton, 70). Born, 1908. Died, 23 Oct 1982. Occupation: Mason/Carpenter.
He married Gladys Fisher, daughter of William I. Fisher and Anna Mollie Wallace, 8 Jan 1931, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 10 May 1908. Resided: 1982, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1987, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Children:
1. James Rogers[6] Hayes. Born, circa 1932. Died, 30 Jun 1997, in Jackson, Madison Co., TN. Burial in Trinity Cem., Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1982, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Factory. He married, first, Mary Alice Shoupe, 27 Feb 1976, in Decatur Co., TN. He married, second, Virginia Faye (Ginny) Milam, daughter of A. L./Acalee Milam and Linnie Mae Britt, 25 Sep 1978, in Decatur Co., TN.
2. Robert Neal Hayes. Resided: 1982, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1997, in Decaturville, Decatur Co., TN.
3. Harry Wyvonne Hayes. Resided: 1982, in Southhaven, MS. Resided: 1997, in Southhaven, MS.
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Bill[5] Mays. Resided: circa 1996, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN.
He married Loraine Knight, daughter of Robert Cleveland Knight and Edna Pearl Lacy, 23 Jun 1946. Resided: 1965, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Children:
1. Donna[6] Mays.
2. Butch Mays.
3. Billie Diann Mays.
4. Damon Clay Mays.
Alie Mae[5] Mays. Resided: 1975, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN.
She married John Franklin Alexander, son of Herman L. Alexander and Anna Leslie Myracle, 22 Jul 1933, in Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1993, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Children:
1. Johnnie Sue[6] Alexander.
2. Harry Lynn Alexander.
Martha[5] Mays. Born, 1 Jan 1918. Resided: 1975, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN.
She married Garvis H. Quinn, 18 Apr 1942. Born, 23 Aug 1921. Died, 24 Dec 1971. Burial in Suttles Chapel, Decatur Co., TN. Children:
1. Brenda Joyce[6] Quinn.
Lennie G.[5] Maness (Acie Lee, 72). Born, 22 Sep 1911. Died, 20 Nov 1989. Burial in Central Grove C., Henderson Co., TN.
She married Luther Roberts (163).
Flossie[5] Woods. Born, 8 Nov 1910, in Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1991, in Darden, Henderson Co., TN.
She married Hester Lee Flowers, son of Festus Ira Flowers and Cora Paralee Evans, 25 Dec 1936, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 21 Aug 1914. Died, 8 Nov 1982. Burial in Darden Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Children:
1. James Lee[6] Flowers.
2. Gerald Wayne Flowers.
3. Helen Flowers.
Nobel[5] Wood. Born, 15 Aug 1912, in Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1990, in Darden, Henderson Co., TN.
She married Emmett Wesley Tubbs, son of Ethridge E. Tubbs and Susanna/Anna Tolley, 4 Sep 1937, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 25 Oct 1913, in Henderson Co., TN. Died, 2 Nov 1974, in Hardeman Co., TN. Burial in Darden Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1969, in Darden, Henderson Co., TN. Occupation: Farmer. Children:
1. Linda Lou[6] Tubbs.
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Nell Aline[5] Wood. Born, 18 Aug 1915, in Henderson Co., TN. Died, 23 Jul 1990, in Madison Co., TN. Burial in Darden Cem., Henderson Co., TN.
She married Robie Wallace, son of Thomas W. Wallace and Ora Jones, 11 Mar 1950, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 18 Nov 1912, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, before 1996. Resided: 1990, in Darden, Henderson Co., TN. Children:
1. Paul[6] Wallace. Resided: 1990, in Darden, Henderson Co., TN.
Leonard Jackson[5] Wood. Born, 15 Jun 1918, in Henderson Co., TN. Died, 16 Nov 1956, in Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Darden Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Occupation: Carpenter.
He married Edith Loudell Rogers, daughter of Arbon Oliver Rogers and Bessie Elizabeth Flowers, 11 Jan 1942, in Corinth, Alcorn Co., MS. Born, 8 Apr 1919, in Henderson Co., TN. Children:
1. Lynn Oliver[6] Wood.
Bethelene[5] Wood. Born, 10 Feb 1922, in Henderson Co., TN. Died, 28 Dec 1990, in Jackson, Madison Co., TN. Burial in Darden Cem., Henderson Co., TN.
She married Jethro Pershing Tubbs, son of Ethridge E. Tubbs and Susanna/Anna Tolley, 20 Jun 1941, in Decatur Co., TN. Born, 7 Nov 1918, in Henderson Co., TN. Died, 31 Dec 1991, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Burial in Darden Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1987, in Darden, Henderson Co., TN. Occupation: Farmer. Children:
1. Woody Brown[6] Tubbs.
2. Wanda Jean Tubbs.
3. Harold Jethro Tubbs.
Vernelle[5] Wood. Born, 6 Apr 1924, in Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1991, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN.
She married Milford Jesse Myracle, son of William McKinley (Kennie) Myracle and Elsie/Alta Gabbard, 6 Apr 1945, in Corinth, Alcorn Co., MS. Born, 6 Jan 1924, in Decatur Co., TN. Resided: 1975, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN. Children:
1. Jan Etta[6] Myracle.
2. Brenda Nell Myracle.
Selma Larue[5] Wood. Born, 11 Dec 1928, in Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1990, in Darden, Henderson Co., TN.
She married William Ray Myracle, son of William McKinley (Kennie) Myracle and Elsie/Alta Gabbard, 5 Jul 1946, in Corinth, Alcorn Co., MS. Born, 24 Sep 1925, in Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1975, in Darden, Henderson Co., TN. Children:
1. Earl Ray[6] Myracle.
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Luther[5] Roberts. Born, 5 Mar 1905. Died, Feb 1988.
He married Lennie G. Maness (155), 1928. Children:
1. Pauline[6] Roberts. Born, 1 Aug 1928, in Henderson Co., TN.
2. Mildred Roberts. Born, 1 Aug 1930, in Henderson Co., TN.
3. Leslie Harold Roberts.
4. Marlene Roberts. Born, 12 Aug 1942, in Henderson Co., TN.
John Henry[5] Hayes (John B. (Pert), 80). Born, Feb 1895. Died, 1954. Burial in Central Grove C., Henderson Co., TN.
He married Sulie Mae Maness (168). Children:
1. Infant Son[6] Hayes. Born, 1914. Died, 1914. Burial in Central Grove C., Henderson Co., TN.
2. Maxine Hayes.
3. Annie Mae Hayes. She married Unknown Adams.
4. Martha Hays. She married Andrew Jack Woods.
5. Ruby J. Hayes. Born, 1914. Birth(2): Apr 1915. She married Add H. Woods, 12 Dec 1931.
6. Tommy Hayes.
7. John Bill Hayes.
Frank[5] Hayes (John B. (Pert), 80). Born, Feb 1898.
He married Azoria Maness (85). Children:
1. Pauline[5] Hayes.
2. Nora Mae Hayes.
3. Denver Hayes.
4. Neva Jane Hayes.
5. Bethaleen Hayes.
6. Lillie Faye Hayes.
Lessie[5] Small. Born, 31 Aug 1894. Resided: 1967, in Parsons, Decatur Co., TN.
She married Aaron Houston, son of John Lucky Houston and Martha Jane Crowder, 1910. Born, 8 Feb 1886, in Decatur Co., TN. Died, 28 Aug 1967. Burial in Darden Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1900, in Decatur Co., TN. Occupation: Teacher. Aaron Houston was a member of Parsons Church of Christ. Children:
1. Lorine[6] Houston. Resided: 1967, in Trenton, Gibson Co., TN. She married Carl B. (Carlos?) Pollard.
2. Unknown Houston. Resided: 1967, in Nashville, Davidson Co., TN. She married James Martin.
3. Jewel Houston.
4. Cozette Houston. She married Jamer Miller Hartsfield.
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Ebbie D.[5] Small. Born, 23 Aug 1899. Died, 1 Jul 1922. Burial in Corinth Cem., Henderson Co., TN.
She married Fred C. Davis, son of Asa Davis and Cordelia Reeve. Children:
1. Homer H.[6] Davis. Born, 3 Dec 1921. Died, 8 Jul 1922. Burial in Corinth Cem., Henderson Co., TN.
Sulie Mae[5] Maness (John C., 84). Born, 1900. Died, 1982. Burial in Central Grove C., Henderson Co., TN.
She married John Henry Hayes (164).
Pauline[5] Hayes (Frank, 165). Born, 26 Nov 1922, in Henderson Co., TN.
She married Tollie Tillman Derryberry, son of John Ransom (Johnny) Derryberry and Magnolia (Maggie) Griggs, 6 May 1944, in Corinth, Alcorn Co., MS. Born, 11 Feb 1907, in Henderson Co., TN. Died, 29 Sep 1990, in Jackson, Madison Co., TN. Burial in Jones Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1965, in Wildersville, Henderson Co., TN. Census: 1910, in Henderson Co., TN. Occupation: Forestry. Tollie Tillman Derryberry died from a heart attack. Children:
1. James Larry[6] Derryberry. Born, 21 Jan 1945, in Carroll Co., TN. Resided: 1990, in Wildersville, Henderson Co., TN. He married, first, Debbie Sue Petty, 1 Feb 1975. He married, second, Brenda Kay Quinn, 2 Jan 1981.
2. Bobby Lynn Derryberry. Born, 21 Mar 1946, in Henderson Co., TN. Died, 23 Dec 1972. Burial in Jones Cem., Henderson Co., TN. Occupation: Construction. An obituary for him did not list any wife or children.
3. Sarah Paulette (Susie) Derryberry. Born, 30 Mar 1948, in Henderson Co., TN. Resided: 1990, in Wildersville, Henderson Co., TN. She married Roger Dale Nichols, 26 Dec 1970.
4. Larry Gene Derryberry. Born, 10 Jun 1953, in Carroll Co., TN. Resided: 1990, in Wildersville, Henderson Co., TN. He married Judith Marie Seagraves.
5. Terry Lee Derryberry. Born, 14 Dec 1956. Died, 14 Dec 1956. Burial in Jones Cem., Henderson Co., TN.
6. Tami Renee Derryberry. Born, 2 Dec 1960, in Carroll Co., TN. Resided: 1990, in Yuma, Carroll Co., TN. She married Larry Thomas Hayes, 14 Mar 1982.
7. Danny Tillman (Scratch) De

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from the research of David Donahue, published November 20, 1997