Austin Burgess
M, #10701, b. circa 1811
Birth* | circa 1811 | Austin was born at VA circa 1811. 1850 age 39, b. VA, illiterate; 1860 census age 48.1 |
| | He was the son of James Burgess and Rachel Huddleston. |
Marriage* | 25 Jul 1830 | He married Sarah Blake at Fayette Co, VA, on 25 Jul 1830. Austin Burgess & Sarah Blake; md by Ed Hughes.2,3 |
Employment* | Aug 1850 | Occupation: farmer in Aug 1850 at District 14, Fayette Co, VA.1 |
Census* | 23 Aug 1850 | Austin Burgess and Sarah Blake appeared on the census as head of household at District 14, Fayette Co, VA, on 23 Aug 1850.1 |
Employment | Jun 1860 | Occupation: farmer in Jun 1860 at District 1, Fayette Co, VA.1 |
Census | 16 Jun 1860 | Austin Burgess and Sarah Blake appeared on the census as head of household at District 1, Fayette Co, VA, on 16 Jun 1860.1 |
Partners and Children
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Marriage* | 25 Jul 1830 | He married Sarah Blake at Fayette Co, VA, on 25 Jul 1830. Austin Burgess & Sarah Blake; md by Ed Hughes.2,3 |
Children | |
Citations
- [S205] 1790-1940 U.S. Census, Population Schedule, online at ancestry.com.
- [S2712] WV Marriages Fayette Co, WV.
- [S146] Larry G. Shuck., Fayette Co. (W) Virginia Marriages 1832-1853 and 1865-1903 (Apollo, PA: Closson Press, 1995),.
Jemimah Burgess
F, #10702, b. circa 1814
Birth* | circa 1814 | Jemimah was born at VA circa 1814. |
| | She was the daughter of James Burgess and Rachel Huddleston. |
Marriage* | 3 Jun 1831 | She married Adam Blake at Fayette Co, VA, on 3 Jun 1831. Adam Blake & Jemima Burgess; md by Ed Hughes.1 |
Census | 15 Aug 1850 | Jemimah Burgess and Adam Blake appeared on the census as head of household at District 14, Fayette Co, VA, on 15 Aug 1850.2 |
Census* | 23 Jun 1860 | Jemimah Burgess and Adam Blake appeared on the census as head of household at Fayette Co, VA, on 23 Jun 1860.2 |
Census | 20 Aug 1870 | Jemimah Burgess and Adam Blake appeared on the census as head of household at Fayetteville Twp, Fayette Co, WV, on 20 Aug 1870.2 |
Census | 11 Jun 1880 | Jemimah Burgess and Adam Blake appeared on the census as head of household at Fayetteville Dist, Fayette Co, WV, on 11 Jun 1880. Also enumerated in this household is James Lively, age 18, b. WV, single, laborer, grandson. This may be a son of Lucinda Lively who married Adam's son Oliver Blake.2 |
Partners and Children
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Marriage* | 3 Jun 1831 | She married Adam Blake at Fayette Co, VA, on 3 Jun 1831. Adam Blake & Jemima Burgess; md by Ed Hughes.1 |
Children | |
Citations
- [S2712] WV Marriages Fayette Co, WV.
- [S205] 1790-1940 U.S. Census, Population Schedule, online at ancestry.com.
Mary Burgess
F, #10703, b. Oct 1818, d. 26 Mar 1901
Birth* | Oct 1818 | Mary was born at VA in Oct 1818. 1850 census age 30; 1860 census age 35; 1870 census age 40; 1880 census age 60.1 |
| | She was the daughter of James Burgess and Rachel Huddleston. |
Marriage* | | She married William Blake. |
Census | 9 Sep 1850 | Mary Burgess and William Blake appeared on the census as head of household at District 14, Fayette Co, VA, on 9 Sep 1850.2 |
(heir) Will | 23 Oct 1852 | In James Burgess's will on 23 Oct 1852 at Fayette Co, VA, Rachel, Andrew, Jackson and Mary was named as an heir. IN THE NAME OF GOD, AMEN. I, James Burgess of the County of Fayette County and State of Virginia being of sound mind and disposing memory but of feeble health do make and ordain this my last will and testament hereby revoking all others.
First it is my will and desire that all my just debts and funeral expenses be paid. Second. I give and bequeath to my beloved wife, Rachel Burgess, all my estate both real and personal during her life and after her death I desire my land to be equally divided between my son, Andrew, my son, Jackson, and my daughter, Mary Blake, and whatever may remain of personal property after my wife's death, I desire it to be equally divided among all my children sons and daughters that are now living. Lastly I do hereby appoint my friend Hudson M. Dickinson executor of this my last will and testament made and executed this 23rd day of October, A. D. 1852.
his James + Burgess (SEAL) mark
Signed, sealed & delivered in presence of us and in presence of each other. W. R. Burke H. M. Dickinson Baltzer Helvy, mark, Joseph Faulconer
FAYETTE COUNTY COURT NOVEMBER TERM, 1852. The within last will and testament of James Burgess, dec'd was presented in Court proven by the oaths of H. M. Dickinson and Joseph Faulkner, two of the Subscribing witnesses thereto and ordered to be recorded.
Teste: John B. Jones, Clk.. |
Census* | 23 Jun 1860 | She and William Blake appeared on the census as head of household at Fayette Co, VA, on 23 Jun 1860. William, age 60, farmer, $15,000 real estate, $300 personal estate, b. VA, could not read or write. Mary was listed age 35, b. VA, could not read or write.2 |
Census | 24 Aug 1870 | Mary Burgess and William Blake appeared on the census as head of household at Fayetteville Twp, Fayette Co, WV, on 24 Aug 1870.2 |
Census* | 23 Jun 1880 | Mary Burgess appeared on the census as head of household at Fayetteville Dist, Fayette Co, WV, on 23 Jun 1880.2 |
(Witness) Census | 29 Jun 1900 | She appeared on the census of 29 Jun 1900 in the household of Job Rooks Huddleston and Cynthia A. Blake at Fayetteville Dist, Fayette Co, WV.2 |
Death* | 26 Mar 1901 | Mary died on 26 Mar 1901 at Oak Hill, Fayette Co, WV, at age 82.3 |
Partners and Children
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Marriage* | | She married William Blake. |
Children | |
Citations
- [S205] 1790-1940 U.S. Census, Population Schedule, 1900 census, online at ancestry.com.
- [S205] 1790-1940 U.S. Census, Population Schedule, online at ancestry.com.
- [S171] Fayette Co. Chamber of Commerce., History of Fayette Co, WV 1993 (Oak Hill: Fayette Co. Chamber of Commerce, 1993), p. 292.
Andrew Burgess
M, #10704, b. 17 Jun 1826, d. 22 Apr 1898
Birth* | 17 Jun 1826 | Andrew was born at Logan Co, VA, on 17 Jun 1826. |
| | He was the son of James Burgess and Rachel Huddleston. |
Marriage* | | He married Elizabeth "Bettie" Blake. |
Employment | Aug 1850 | Occupation: farmer in Aug 1850 at District 14, Fayette Co, VA.1 |
Census* | 26 Aug 1850 | Andrew Burgess and Elizabeth "Bettie" Blake appeared on the census as head of household at District 14, Fayette Co, VA, on 26 Aug 1850.1 |
(heir) Will | 23 Oct 1852 | In James Burgess's will on 23 Oct 1852 at Fayette Co, VA, Rachel, Andrew, Jackson and Mary was named as an heir. IN THE NAME OF GOD, AMEN. I, James Burgess of the County of Fayette County and State of Virginia being of sound mind and disposing memory but of feeble health do make and ordain this my last will and testament hereby revoking all others.
First it is my will and desire that all my just debts and funeral expenses be paid. Second. I give and bequeath to my beloved wife, Rachel Burgess, all my estate both real and personal during her life and after her death I desire my land to be equally divided between my son, Andrew, my son, Jackson, and my daughter, Mary Blake, and whatever may remain of personal property after my wife's death, I desire it to be equally divided among all my children sons and daughters that are now living. Lastly I do hereby appoint my friend Hudson M. Dickinson executor of this my last will and testament made and executed this 23rd day of October, A. D. 1852.
his James + Burgess (SEAL) mark
Signed, sealed & delivered in presence of us and in presence of each other. W. R. Burke H. M. Dickinson Baltzer Helvy, mark, Joseph Faulconer
FAYETTE COUNTY COURT NOVEMBER TERM, 1852. The within last will and testament of James Burgess, dec'd was presented in Court proven by the oaths of H. M. Dickinson and Joseph Faulkner, two of the Subscribing witnesses thereto and ordered to be recorded.
Teste: John B. Jones, Clk.. |
Employment* | Jun 1860 | Occupation: farmer in Jun 1860 at District 2, Fayette Co, VA.1 |
Census | 25 Jun 1860 | Andrew Burgess appeared on the census as head of household at District 2, Fayette Co, VA, on 25 Jun 1860. Also enumerated in this household was Polly Sanner(?), age 105, pauper. She is listed first and may be a family member.1 |
Marriage* | 13 Dec 1864 | He married Catharine Huddleston at Kanawha Co, WV, on 13 Dec 1864. |
Employment | Aug 1870 | Occupation: farmer in Aug 1870 at Fayetteville Twp, Fayette Co, VA.1 |
Census* | 23 Aug 1870 | Andrew Burgess and Catharine Huddleston appeared on the census as head of household at Fayetteville Twp, Fayette Co, WV, on 23 Aug 1870. Also enumerated in this household was Fannie Huddleston, age 13, b. WV.1 |
Marriage* | 24 Mar 1875 | He married Aveline Frances "Fannie" Bays at Fayette Co, WV, on 24 Mar 1875. Andrew Burgess, age n/a, widowed, b. Fayette Co, WV, par. n/a; Frances Bays, age 24, single, b. Fayette Co, WV, par. Isaac & Lina.2 |
Employment | Jun 1880 | Occupation: farmer in Jun 1880 at Fayetteville Dist, Fayette Co, WV.1 |
Census | 18 Jun 1880 | Andrew Burgess and Aveline Frances "Fannie" Bays appeared on the census as head of household at Fayetteville Dist, Fayette Co, WV, on 18 Jun 1880.1 |
Death* | 22 Apr 1898 | Andrew died on 22 Apr 1898 at age 71. |
Partners and Children
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Marriage* | 13 Dec 1864 | He married Catharine Huddleston at Kanawha Co, WV, on 13 Dec 1864. |
Child | |
Partners and Children
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Marriage* | 24 Mar 1875 | He married Aveline Frances "Fannie" Bays at Fayette Co, WV, on 24 Mar 1875. Andrew Burgess, age n/a, widowed, b. Fayette Co, WV, par. n/a; Frances Bays, age 24, single, b. Fayette Co, WV, par. Isaac & Lina.2 |
Children | |
Citations
- [S205] 1790-1940 U.S. Census, Population Schedule, online at ancestry.com.
- [S146] Larry G. Shuck., Fayette Co. (W) Virginia Marriages 1832-1853 and 1865-1903 (Apollo, PA: Closson Press, 1995),.
- [S221] Fayette-Raleigh Genealogical Society., Fayette County Cemetery Records, Vol. II: Highlawn Memorial Park Cemetery (Fayette-Raleigh Genealogical Society, 2002),.
Nathaniel Burgess
M, #10705, b. circa 1824
Birth* | circa 1824 | Nathaniel was born at VA circa 1824. |
| | He was the son of James Burgess and Rachel Huddleston. |
Marriage* | 18 Oct 1848 | He married Margaret "Peggie" Phillips at Fayette Co, VA, on 18 Oct 1848. Nathaniel Burgess & Margaret Phillips; md by Alfred Beckley.1 |
Employment | Jul 1860 | Nathaniel Burgess was employed in Jul 1860 at District 2, Fayette Co, VA..2 |
Census* | 6 Jul 1860 | He and Margaret "Peggie" Phillips appeared on the census as head of household at District 2, Fayette Co, VA, on 6 Jul 1860.2 |
Employment* | Aug 1870 | Occupation: farmer in Aug 1870 at Fayetteville Twp, Fayette Co, WV.2 |
Census* | 17 Aug 1870 | Nathaniel Burgess and Margaret "Peggie" Phillips appeared on the census as head of household at Fayetteville Twp, Fayette Co, WV, on 17 Aug 1870.2 |
Employment | Jun 1880 | Occupation: farm laborer in Jun 1880 at Town Dist, Raleigh Co, WV.2 |
Census | 10 Jun 1880 | Nathaniel Burgess and Margaret "Peggie" Phillips appeared on the census as head of household at Town Dist, Raleigh Co, WV, on 10 Jun 1880.2 |
Partners and Children
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Marriage* | 18 Oct 1848 | He married Margaret "Peggie" Phillips at Fayette Co, VA, on 18 Oct 1848. Nathaniel Burgess & Margaret Phillips; md by Alfred Beckley.1 |
Children | |
Citations
- [S2712] WV Marriages Fayette Co, WV.
- [S205] 1790-1940 U.S. Census, Population Schedule, online at ancestry.com.
Sarah Blake
F, #10706, b. circa 1811
Birth* | circa 1811 | Sarah was born at VA circa 1811. 1850 age 39, b. VA, illiterate; 1860 age 45.1 |
| | She was the daughter of George Blake and Sarah 'Sally' Jenkins. |
Marriage* | 25 Jul 1830 | She married Austin Burgess at Fayette Co, VA, on 25 Jul 1830. Austin Burgess & Sarah Blake; md by Ed Hughes.2,3 |
Census | 23 Aug 1850 | Sarah Blake and Austin Burgess appeared on the census as head of household at District 14, Fayette Co, VA, on 23 Aug 1850.1 |
Census* | 16 Jun 1860 | Sarah Blake and Austin Burgess appeared on the census as head of household at District 1, Fayette Co, VA, on 16 Jun 1860.1 |
Partners and Children
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Children | |
Citations
- [S205] 1790-1940 U.S. Census, Population Schedule, online at ancestry.com.
- [S2712] WV Marriages Fayette Co, WV.
- [S146] Larry G. Shuck., Fayette Co. (W) Virginia Marriages 1832-1853 and 1865-1903 (Apollo, PA: Closson Press, 1995),.
Nancy Burgess
F, #10707, b. circa 1834
Birth* | circa 1834 | Nancy was born at Fayette Co, VA, circa 1834. |
| | She was the daughter of Austin Burgess and Sarah Blake. |
(Witness) Census | 23 Aug 1850 | Nancy Burgess appeared on the census of 23 Aug 1850 in the household of Austin Burgess and Sarah Blake at District 14, Fayette Co, VA.1 |
Citations
- [S205] 1790-1940 U.S. Census, Population Schedule, online at ancestry.com.
Wellington Burgess
M, #10708, b. circa 1836
Birth* | circa 1836 | Wellington was born at Fayette Co, VA, circa 1836. |
| | He was the son of Austin Burgess and Sarah Blake. |
(Witness) Census | 23 Aug 1850 | Wellington Burgess appeared on the census of 23 Aug 1850 in the household of Austin Burgess and Sarah Blake at District 14, Fayette Co, VA.1 |
(Witness) Census | 16 Jun 1860 | Wellington Burgess appeared on the census of 16 Jun 1860 in the household of Austin Burgess and Sarah Blake at District 1, Fayette Co, VA.1 |
Marriage* | 5 Aug 1860 | He married Celia Blake at Fayette Co, VA, on 5 Aug 1860.2 |
Employment* | Jun 1880 | Occupation: laborer in Jun 1880 at Fayetteville Dist, Fayette Co, WV.1 |
Census* | 12 Jun 1880 | Wellington Burgess and Celia Blake appeared on the census as head of household at Fayetteville Dist, Fayette Co, WV, on 12 Jun 1880.1 |
Marriage* | 13 Sep 1883 | He married Lizzie (?) at Fayette Co, WV, on 13 Sep 1883. Willington Burgess, age 41, widowed, b. Fayette Co, WV, par. Austin & Sallie; Lizzie Blake, age 40, widowed, b. n/a, par. n/a.3 |
Partners and Children
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Marriage* | 5 Aug 1860 | He married Celia Blake at Fayette Co, VA, on 5 Aug 1860.2 |
Children | |
Partners and Children
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Marriage* | 13 Sep 1883 | He married Lizzie (?) at Fayette Co, WV, on 13 Sep 1883. Willington Burgess, age 41, widowed, b. Fayette Co, WV, par. Austin & Sallie; Lizzie Blake, age 40, widowed, b. n/a, par. n/a.3 |
Citations
- [S205] 1790-1940 U.S. Census, Population Schedule, online at ancestry.com.
- [S128] James A. Burgess, Burgess, Mullins...and Allied Families, Parsons, WV, McClain Printing, 1978, p. 16.
- [S146] Larry G. Shuck., Fayette Co. (W) Virginia Marriages 1832-1853 and 1865-1903 (Apollo, PA: Closson Press, 1995),.
Jinsy Burgess1
F, #10709, b. circa 1838
Birth* | circa 1838 | Jinsy was born at Fayette Co, VA, circa 1838. |
| | She was the daughter of Austin Burgess and Sarah Blake. |
(Witness) Census | 23 Aug 1850 | Jinsy Burgess appeared on the census of 23 Aug 1850 in the household of Austin Burgess and Sarah Blake at District 14, Fayette Co, VA.1 |
Citations
- [S205] 1790-1940 U.S. Census, Population Schedule, online at ancestry.com.
Thomas J. Burgess
M, #10710, b. circa 1840
Birth* | circa 1840 | Thomas was born at Fayette Co, VA, circa 1840. |
| | He was the son of Austin Burgess and Sarah Blake. |
(Witness) Census | 23 Aug 1850 | Thomas J. Burgess appeared on the census of 23 Aug 1850 in the household of Austin Burgess and Sarah Blake at District 14, Fayette Co, VA.1 |
(Witness) Census | 16 Jun 1860 | Thomas J. Burgess appeared on the census of 16 Jun 1860 in the household of Austin Burgess and Sarah Blake at District 1, Fayette Co, VA.1 |
Marriage* | | He married Mary S. (?). |
Partners and Children
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Children | |
Citations
- [S205] 1790-1940 U.S. Census, Population Schedule, online at ancestry.com.
Jarrett E. Burgess1
M, #10711, b. circa 1842, d. after Jun 1930
Birth* | circa 1842 | Jarrett was born at Fayette Co, VA, circa 1842. 1880 census age 38; 1920 census age 79; 1930 census age 89.1 |
| | He was the son of Austin Burgess and Sarah Blake. |
(Witness) Census | 23 Aug 1850 | Jarrett E. Burgess appeared on the census of 23 Aug 1850 in the household of Austin Burgess and Sarah Blake at District 14, Fayette Co, VA.1 |
(Witness) Census | 16 Jun 1860 | Jarrett E. Burgess appeared on the census of 16 Jun 1860 in the household of Austin Burgess and Sarah Blake at District 1, Fayette Co, VA.1 |
Marriage* | 21 May 1871 | He married Narcissa Burgess at Fayette Co, WV, on 21 May 1871. Jarrett E. Burgess, age 26, single, b. Fayette Co., WV, par. Austin & Sallie; Narcissa Shumate, age n/a, widowed, b. Mercer Co, WV, par. Hiram Burgess & Nancy. Married by the Rev. James Watt.2 |
Marriage* | 10 Nov 1878 | He married Sarah Matillda Treadway at Fayette Co, WV, on 10 Nov 1878. Jarrett Burgess, age 32, single, b. Fayette Co, WV, par. n/a; Matilda Treadway, age 18, single, b. Putnam Co, WV, par. n/a.2 |
Employment | Jun 1880 | Occupation: laborer in Jun 1880 at Fayetteville Dist, Fayette Co, WV.1 |
Census | 18 Jun 1880 | Jarrett E. Burgess and Sarah Matillda Treadway appeared on the census as head of household at Fayetteville Dist, Fayette Co, WV, on 18 Jun 1880.1 |
Employment* | Apr 1910 | Occupation: laborer in Apr 1910 at Ogden City, Fayette Co, WV. Coal mines.1 |
Census* | 23 Apr 1910 | Jarrett E. Burgess and Sarah Matillda Treadway appeared on the census as head of household at Ogden City, Fayette Co, WV, on 23 Apr 1910.1 |
Census | 19 Jan 1920 | Jarrett E. Burgess and Sarah Matillda Treadway appeared on the census as head of household at Oak Hill, Fayette Co, WV, on 19 Jan 1920. Also enumerated in this household was Lawrence F. Burgess, age 6, b. WV, grandson. He is likely a son of Sadie or Lillie/Lulu.1 |
Census | 22 Apr 1930 | Jarrett E. Burgess and Sarah Matillda Treadway appeared on the census as head of household at Oak Hill, Fayette Co, WV, on 22 Apr 1930. Also enumerated in this household was Lawrence F. Burgess, age 17, b. WV, grandson. He is likely a son of Sadie or Lillie/Lulu.1 |
Death* | after Jun 1930 | Jarrett died after Jun 1930. Living at time of wife's death in June 1930.1 |
Partners and Children
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Marriage* | 21 May 1871 | He married Narcissa Burgess at Fayette Co, WV, on 21 May 1871. Jarrett E. Burgess, age 26, single, b. Fayette Co., WV, par. Austin & Sallie; Narcissa Shumate, age n/a, widowed, b. Mercer Co, WV, par. Hiram Burgess & Nancy. Married by the Rev. James Watt.2 |
Partners and Children
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Marriage* | 10 Nov 1878 | He married Sarah Matillda Treadway at Fayette Co, WV, on 10 Nov 1878. Jarrett Burgess, age 32, single, b. Fayette Co, WV, par. n/a; Matilda Treadway, age 18, single, b. Putnam Co, WV, par. n/a.2 |
Children | |
Citations
- [S205] 1790-1940 U.S. Census, Population Schedule, online at ancestry.com.
- [S146] Larry G. Shuck., Fayette Co. (W) Virginia Marriages 1832-1853 and 1865-1903 (Apollo, PA: Closson Press, 1995),.
Jackson Burgess
M, #10712, b. circa 1845
Birth* | circa 1845 | Jackson was born at Fayette Co, VA, circa 1845. |
| | He was the son of Austin Burgess and Sarah Blake. |
(Witness) Census | 23 Aug 1850 | Jackson Burgess appeared on the census of 23 Aug 1850 in the household of Austin Burgess and Sarah Blake at District 14, Fayette Co, VA.1 |
Citations
- [S205] 1790-1940 U.S. Census, Population Schedule, online at ancestry.com.
Amajane Burgess
F, #10713, b. circa 1848
Marriage* | | She married (?) Wise.1 |
Birth* | circa 1848 | Amajane was born at Fayette Co, VA, circa 1848. |
| | She was the daughter of Austin Burgess and Sarah Blake. |
(Witness) Census | 23 Aug 1850 | Amajane Burgess appeared on the census of 23 Aug 1850 in the household of Austin Burgess and Sarah Blake at District 14, Fayette Co, VA.2 |
Census | 1860 | Amajane Burgess was listed as a resident in the census report at Fayette Co, VA, in 1860.3 |
Marriage* | 24 Jul 1876 | She married Hall Rorhbaugh at Fayette Co, WV, on 24 Jul 1876.1 |
Citations
- [S128] James A. Burgess, Burgess, Mullins...and Allied Families, Parsons, WV, McClain Printing, 1978, p. 17.
- [S205] 1790-1940 U.S. Census, Population Schedule, online at ancestry.com.
- [S1504] Is this 'Amanda' age 18? No listing for 'Amajane.'
Elizabeth "Bettie" Blake1
F, #10714, b. circa 1826, d. between 18 Aug 1859 and 1 Jun 1860
Birth* | circa 1826 | Elizabeth was born at VA circa 1826. |
Marriage* | | She married Andrew Burgess. |
Census | 26 Aug 1850 | Elizabeth "Bettie" Blake and Andrew Burgess appeared on the census as head of household at District 14, Fayette Co, VA, on 26 Aug 1850.2 |
Death* | between 18 Aug 1859 and 1 Jun 1860 | Elizabeth died between 18 Aug 1859 and 1 Jun 1860 at Fayette Co, VA. Not enumerated in the 1860 census.2 |
Partners and Children
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Children | |
Citations
- [S2683] WV Death Certificate online at www.wvculture.org,.
- [S205] 1790-1940 U.S. Census, Population Schedule, online at ancestry.com.
William Burgess
M, #10715, b. circa 1848
Biography* | | There is a William Burgess, age 32, b. VA, single, carpenter, in the 1880 census of Osage Township, Bates Co, MO, living in the household of Jacob Rogers. This appears to be the same person as the William Burgess, age 52, b. Sept 1847, VA, par. b. VA, single, carpenter in the 1900 census of Canada Township, Polk Co, NE. This may be the same William Burgess, age 63, b. WV, par. b. WV, single, coal miner, in the Horseshoe Bend Precinct of Boise Co, ID in the 1910 census. Idaho deaths records a William Burgess, d. 1916, Emmet, Gem Co, ID. |
Birth* | circa 1848 | William was born at Fayette Co, VA, circa 1848. |
| | He was the son of Andrew Burgess and Elizabeth "Bettie" Blake. |
(Witness) Census | 26 Aug 1850 | William Burgess appeared on the census of 26 Aug 1850 in the household of Andrew Burgess and Elizabeth "Bettie" Blake at District 14, Fayette Co, VA.1 |
(Witness) Census | 25 Jun 1860 | William Burgess appeared on the census of 25 Jun 1860 in the household of Andrew Burgess at District 2, Fayette Co, VA.1 |
(Witness) Census | 23 Aug 1870 | William Burgess appeared on the census of 23 Aug 1870 in the household of Andrew Burgess and Catharine Huddleston at Fayetteville Twp, Fayette Co, WV.1 |
Citations
- [S205] 1790-1940 U.S. Census, Population Schedule, online at ancestry.com.
John Hudson Burgess1
M, #10716, b. 9 Dec 1849, d. 8 Jul 1891
Birth* | 9 Dec 1849 | John was born at Fayette Co, VA, on 9 Dec 1849. Based on age given at death; 1850 census age 5/12.2,3 |
| | He was the son of Andrew Burgess and Elizabeth "Bettie" Blake. |
(Witness) Census | 26 Aug 1850 | John Hudson Burgess appeared on the census of 26 Aug 1850 in the household of Andrew Burgess and Elizabeth "Bettie" Blake at District 14, Fayette Co, VA.3 |
(Witness) Census | 25 Jun 1860 | John Hudson Burgess appeared on the census of 25 Jun 1860 in the household of Andrew Burgess at District 2, Fayette Co, VA.3 |
(Witness) Census | 23 Aug 1870 | John Hudson Burgess appeared on the census of 23 Aug 1870 in the household of Andrew Burgess and Catharine Huddleston at Fayetteville Twp, Fayette Co, WV.3 |
Marriage* | 7 May 1874 | He married Ann E. Woods at Fayette Co, WV, on 7 May 1874. John H. Burgess, age 24, single, b. Fayette Co, WV, res. Fayette, par. Andrew & Catharine Burgess; Ann E. Woods, age 23, single, b. Fayette Co, WV, res. Fayette Co, par. Saml B & Elmira Woods; md by James Haynes.4,1 |
Employment* | Jun 1880 | Occupation: laborer in Jun 1880 at Fayetteville Dist, Fayette Co, WV.3 |
Census* | 11 Jun 1880 | John Hudson Burgess and Ann E. Woods appeared on the census as head of household at Fayetteville Dist, Fayette Co, WV, on 11 Jun 1880.3 |
Death* | 8 Jul 1891 | John died on 8 Jul 1891 at Dimmock, Fayette Co, WV, at age 41. John H. Burgess, carpenter, d. 8 July 1891, AM, age 41y, 6m, 29d, married, b. WV, d. Dimmock of peretonitis, sick 10 days, buried 9 Jul 1891 at Cob Hill.2 |
Partners and Children
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Marriage* | 7 May 1874 | He married Ann E. Woods at Fayette Co, WV, on 7 May 1874. John H. Burgess, age 24, single, b. Fayette Co, WV, res. Fayette, par. Andrew & Catharine Burgess; Ann E. Woods, age 23, single, b. Fayette Co, WV, res. Fayette Co, par. Saml B & Elmira Woods; md by James Haynes.4,1 |
Children | |
Citations
- [S146] Larry G. Shuck., Fayette Co. (W) Virginia Marriages 1832-1853 and 1865-1903 (Apollo, PA: Closson Press, 1995),.
- [S2714] WV Deaths online at www.wvculture.org,, Fayette Co, WV.
- [S205] 1790-1940 U.S. Census, Population Schedule, online at ancestry.com.
- [S2712] WV Marriages Fayette Co, WV.
William Blake
M, #10717, b. circa 1796, d. 23 Sep 1873
Birth* | circa 1796 | William was born at Greenbrier Co, VA, circa 1796. 1850 census age 54; 1860 census age 60; 1870 census age 66.1 |
| | He was the son of George Blake and Sarah 'Sally' Jenkins. |
Marriage* | | He married Mary Burgess. |
Employment* | Sep 1850 | Occupation: farmer in Sep 1850 at District 14, Fayette Co, VA.1 |
Census | 9 Sep 1850 | William Blake and Mary Burgess appeared on the census as head of household at District 14, Fayette Co, VA, on 9 Sep 1850.1 |
Employment | Jun 1860 | Occupation: farmer in Jun 1860 at Fayette Co, VA.1 |
Census* | 23 Jun 1860 | William Blake and Mary Burgess appeared on the census as head of household at Fayette Co, VA, on 23 Jun 1860. William, age 60, farmer, $15,000 real estate, $300 personal estate, b. VA, could not read or write. Mary was listed age 35, b. VA, could not read or write.1 |
Employment | Aug 1870 | Occupation: farmer in Aug 1870 at Fayetteville Twp, Fayette Co, WV.1 |
Census | 24 Aug 1870 | William Blake and Mary Burgess appeared on the census as head of household at Fayetteville Twp, Fayette Co, WV, on 24 Aug 1870.1 |
Death* | 23 Sep 1873 | William died on 23 Sep 1873 at Fayette Co, WV. |
Partners and Children
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Marriage* | | He married Mary Burgess. |
Children | |
Citations
- [S205] 1790-1940 U.S. Census, Population Schedule, online at ancestry.com.
Adam Blake
M, #10718, b. circa 1807
Birth* | circa 1807 | Adam was born at VA circa 1807. |
| | He was the son of George Blake and Sarah 'Sally' Jenkins. |
Marriage* | 3 Jun 1831 | He married Jemimah Burgess at Fayette Co, VA, on 3 Jun 1831. Adam Blake & Jemima Burgess; md by Ed Hughes.1 |
Employment | Aug 1850 | Occupation: farmer in Aug 1850 at Fayette Co, VA.2 |
Census | 15 Aug 1850 | Adam Blake and Jemimah Burgess appeared on the census as head of household at District 14, Fayette Co, VA, on 15 Aug 1850.2 |
Employment* | Jun 1860 | Occupation: farmer in Jun 1860 at Fayette Co, VA.2 |
Census* | 23 Jun 1860 | Adam Blake and Jemimah Burgess appeared on the census as head of household at Fayette Co, VA, on 23 Jun 1860.2 |
Employment | Aug 1870 | Occupation: farmer in Aug 1870 at Fayetteville Twp, Fayette Co, WV.2 |
Census | 20 Aug 1870 | Adam Blake and Jemimah Burgess appeared on the census as head of household at Fayetteville Twp, Fayette Co, WV, on 20 Aug 1870.2 |
Employment | Jun 1880 | Occupation: farmer in Jun 1880 at Fayetteville Dist, Fayette Co, WV.2 |
Census | 11 Jun 1880 | Adam Blake and Jemimah Burgess appeared on the census as head of household at Fayetteville Dist, Fayette Co, WV, on 11 Jun 1880. Also enumerated in this household is James Lively, age 18, b. WV, single, laborer, grandson. This may be a son of Lucinda Lively who married Adam's son Oliver Blake.2 |
Partners and Children
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Marriage* | 3 Jun 1831 | He married Jemimah Burgess at Fayette Co, VA, on 3 Jun 1831. Adam Blake & Jemima Burgess; md by Ed Hughes.1 |
Children | |
Citations
- [S2712] WV Marriages Fayette Co, WV.
- [S205] 1790-1940 U.S. Census, Population Schedule, online at ancestry.com.
McDowell Blake
M, #10719, b. circa 1831, d. 25 Apr 1882
Birth* | circa 1831 | McDowell was born at Fayette Co, VA, circa 1831. |
| | He was the son of Adam Blake and Jemimah Burgess. |
(Witness) Census | 15 Aug 1850 | McDowell Blake appeared on the census of 15 Aug 1850 in the household of Adam Blake and Jemimah Burgess at District 14, Fayette Co, VA.1 |
Marriage* | 15 Dec 1853 | He married Elizabeth Windsor at Fayette Co, VA, on 15 Dec 1853. McDowel Blake & Elizabeth Windsor; md by John Johnson.2 |
Employment | Jun 1860 | Occupation: farmer in Jun 1860 at Fayetteville PO, Fayette Co, VA.1 |
Census* | 23 Jun 1860 | McDowell Blake and Elizabeth Windsor appeared on the census as head of household at Fayetteville PO, Fayette Co, VA, on 23 Jun 1860.1 |
Employment* | Aug 1870 | Occupation: farmer in Aug 1870 at Fayetteville Twp, Fayette Co, WV.1 |
Census* | 7 Aug 1870 | McDowell Blake and Elizabeth Windsor appeared on the census as head of household at Fayetteville Twp, Fayette Co, WV, on 7 Aug 1870.1 |
Employment | Jun 1880 | Occupation: farmer in Jun 1880 at Fayetteville Dist, Fayette Co, WV.1 |
Census | 30 Jun 1880 | McDowell Blake and Elizabeth Windsor appeared on the census as head of household at Fayetteville Dist, Fayette Co, WV, on 30 Jun 1880.1 |
Death* | 25 Apr 1882 | McDowell died on 25 Apr 1882 at Fayette Co, WV. |
Partners and Children
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Marriage* | 15 Dec 1853 | He married Elizabeth Windsor at Fayette Co, VA, on 15 Dec 1853. McDowel Blake & Elizabeth Windsor; md by John Johnson.2 |
Children | |
Citations
- [S205] 1790-1940 U.S. Census, Population Schedule, online at ancestry.com.
- [S2712] WV Marriages Fayette Co, WV.
Oliver Blake
M, #10720, b. circa 1836, d. 30 Sep 1902
Birth* | circa 1836 | Oliver was born at Fayette Co, VA, circa 1836. 1850 census age 14; 1860 census age 23; 1870 census age 30; 1880 census age 48.1 |
| | He was the son of Adam Blake and Jemimah Burgess. |
(Witness) Census | 15 Aug 1850 | Oliver Blake appeared on the census of 15 Aug 1850 in the household of Adam Blake and Jemimah Burgess at District 14, Fayette Co, VA.1 |
(Witness) Census | 23 Jun 1860 | Oliver Blake appeared on the census of 23 Jun 1860 in the household of Adam Blake and Jemimah Burgess at Fayette Co, VA.1 |
(Witness) Census | 20 Aug 1870 | Oliver Blake appeared on the census of 20 Aug 1870 in the household of Adam Blake and Jemimah Burgess at Fayetteville Twp, Fayette Co, WV.1 |
Marriage* | 24 Jul 1879 | He married Lucinda Lively at Fayette Co, WV, on 24 Jul 1879. Oliver Blake, age 34, single, b. Fayette Co, WV, res. Fayette Co, par. Adam & J Blake, farmer; Lucinda Bailey [sic: Lively], age 22, single, b. Fayette Co, WV, res. Fayette Co, par. Rufus & M. Bailey [sic: Lively]; md by G.W. Carper.2 |
(Witness) Census | 11 Jun 1880 | Oliver Blake appeared on the census of 11 Jun 1880 in the household of Adam Blake and Jemimah Burgess at Fayetteville Dist, Fayette Co, WV.1 |
Census* | 21 Jun 1900 | Oliver Blake and Lucinda Lively appeared on the census as head of household at Fayetteville Dist, Fayette Co, WV, on 21 Jun 1900.1 |
Death* | 30 Sep 1902 | Oliver died on 30 Sep 1902.3 |
Burial* | | His body was interred at Lively, Fayette Co, WV, at Lively Cem.3 |
Partners and Children
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Marriage* | 24 Jul 1879 | He married Lucinda Lively at Fayette Co, WV, on 24 Jul 1879. Oliver Blake, age 34, single, b. Fayette Co, WV, res. Fayette Co, par. Adam & J Blake, farmer; Lucinda Bailey [sic: Lively], age 22, single, b. Fayette Co, WV, res. Fayette Co, par. Rufus & M. Bailey [sic: Lively]; md by G.W. Carper.2 |
Children | |
Clark Blake
M, #10721, b. 22 Feb 1838, d. Mar 1876
Birth* | 22 Feb 1838 | Clark was born at Fayette Co, VA, on 22 Feb 1838.1,2 |
| | He was the son of Adam Blake and Jemimah Burgess. |
(Witness) Census | 15 Aug 1850 | Clark Blake appeared on the census of 15 Aug 1850 in the household of Adam Blake and Jemimah Burgess at District 14, Fayette Co, VA.3 |
Marriage* | | He married Salina Windsor. |
Employment | Jun 1860 | Occupation: farmer in Jun 1860 at Fayette Co, VA.3 |
Census* | 25 Jun 1860 | Clark Blake and Salina Windsor appeared on the census as head of household at Fayette Co, VA, on 25 Jun 1860.3 |
Employment* | Aug 1870 | Occupation: farmer in Aug 1870 at Fayetteville Twp, Fayette Co, WV.3 |
Census* | 27 Aug 1870 | Clark Blake and Salina Windsor appeared on the census as head of household at Fayetteville Twp, Fayette Co, WV, on 27 Aug 1870.3 |
Death* | Mar 1876 | Clark died in Mar 1876 at Fayette Co, WV, at age 38.1 |
Burial* | | His body was interred at Hilltop, Fayette Co, WV, at Hilltop Union Cem.1 |
Citations
- [S2677] Fayette-Raleigh Genealogical Society., Fayette County Cemetery Records, Vol. III (Fayette-Raleigh Genealogical Society),.
- [S1506] Tom Franz (corr., Jul 88).
- [S205] 1790-1940 U.S. Census, Population Schedule, online at ancestry.com.
George W. Blake
M, #10722, b. circa 1849, d. before 1900
Birth* | circa 1849 | George was born at Fayette Co, VA, circa 1849. |
| | He was the son of William Blake and Mary Burgess. |
(Witness) Census | 9 Sep 1850 | George W. Blake appeared on the census of 9 Sep 1850 in the household of William Blake and Mary Burgess at District 14, Fayette Co, VA.1 |
(Witness) Census | 23 Jun 1860 | George W. Blake appeared on the census of 23 Jun 1860 in the household of William Blake and Mary Burgess at Fayette Co, VA.1 |
Marriage* | | He married Mary Frances "Mollie" Mahoney. |
Employment | Aug 1870 | Occupation: farmer in Aug 1870 at Fayetteville Twp, Fayette Co, WV.1 |
Census* | 24 Aug 1870 | George W. Blake and Mary Frances "Mollie" Mahoney appeared on the census as head of household at Fayetteville Twp, Fayette Co, WV, on 24 Aug 1870.1 |
Employment* | Jun 1880 | Occupation: farmer in Jun 1880 at Fayetteville Dist, Fayette Co, WV.1 |
Census | 29 Jun 1880 | George W. Blake and Mary Frances "Mollie" Mahoney appeared on the census as head of household at Fayetteville Dist, Fayette Co, WV, on 29 Jun 1880.1 |
Death* | before 1900 | George died before 1900. Wife Mollie listed as widowed in 1900 census.1 |
Citations
- [S205] 1790-1940 U.S. Census, Population Schedule, online at ancestry.com.
- [S205] 1790-1940 U.S. Census, Population Schedule, 1900 census, online at ancestry.com.
James Blake
M, #10723, b. circa 1839, d. Apr 1879
Birth* | circa 1839 | James was born at Fayette Co, VA, circa 1839. |
| | He was the son of Adam Blake and Jemimah Burgess. |
(Witness) Census | 15 Aug 1850 | James Blake appeared on the census of 15 Aug 1850 in the household of Adam Blake and Jemimah Burgess at District 14, Fayette Co, VA.1 |
(Witness) Census | 23 Jun 1860 | James Blake appeared on the census of 23 Jun 1860 in the household of Adam Blake and Jemimah Burgess at Fayette Co, VA.1 |
Marriage* | 10 Jan 1867 | He married Sarah Harvey at Fayette Co, WV, on 10 Jan 1867. |
Employment* | Aug 1870 | Occupation: farmer in Aug 1870 at Fayetteville Twp, Fayette Co, WV.1 |
Census* | 20 Aug 1870 | James Blake and Sarah Harvey appeared on the census as head of household at Fayetteville Twp, Fayette Co, WV, on 20 Aug 1870.1 |
Death* | Apr 1879 | James died in Apr 1879 at Oak Hill, Fayette Co, WV. |
Partners and Children
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Marriage* | 10 Jan 1867 | He married Sarah Harvey at Fayette Co, WV, on 10 Jan 1867. |
Children | |
Citations
- [S205] 1790-1940 U.S. Census, Population Schedule, online at ancestry.com.
Dickinson Blake
M, #10724, b. circa 1841, d. Mar 1876
Birth* | circa 1841 | Dickinson was born at Fayette Co, VA, circa 1841. |
| | He was the son of Adam Blake and Jemimah Burgess. |
(Witness) Census | 15 Aug 1850 | Dickinson Blake appeared on the census of 15 Aug 1850 in the household of Adam Blake and Jemimah Burgess at District 14, Fayette Co, VA.1 |
(Witness) Census | 23 Jun 1860 | Dickinson Blake appeared on the census of 23 Jun 1860 in the household of Adam Blake and Jemimah Burgess at Fayette Co, VA.1 |
Death* | Mar 1876 | Dickinson died in Mar 1876 at Fayette Co, WV. |
Citations
- [S205] 1790-1940 U.S. Census, Population Schedule, online at ancestry.com.
Emily Blake
F, #10725, b. 9 Dec 1845, d. 2 Mar 1904
Birth* | 9 Dec 1845 | Emily was born at Fayette Co, VA, on 9 Dec 1845.1,2 |
| | She was the daughter of Adam Blake and Jemimah Burgess. |
(Witness) Census | 15 Aug 1850 | Emily Blake appeared on the census of 15 Aug 1850 in the household of Adam Blake and Jemimah Burgess at District 14, Fayette Co, VA.3 |
(Witness) Census | 23 Jun 1860 | Emily Blake appeared on the census of 23 Jun 1860 in the household of Adam Blake and Jemimah Burgess at Fayette Co, VA.3 |
Marriage* | 23 May 1867 | She married Charles W. Huddleston at Fayette Co, WV, on 23 May 1867. Charles W. Huddleston, age 28, single, born Fayette Co, res. Fayette Co, par. Geo R. and Mary Huddleston, farmer; Emily Blake, age 22, single, born Fayette Co, res. Fayette Co, par. Adam and Jemima Blake; md by Andrew Hutchinson.4,5 |
Census | 20 Aug 1870 | Emily Blake and Charles W. Huddleston appeared on the census as head of household at Fayetteville Twp, Fayette Co, WV, on 20 Aug 1870.3 |
Census | 24 Jun 1880 | Emily Blake and Charles W. Huddleston appeared on the census as head of household at Fayetteville Dist, Fayette Co, WV, on 24 Jun 1880.3 |
Num Child* | 22 Jun 1900 | Emily Blake and Charles W. Huddleston had 3 children, with 2 living at the time of the census in 1900.3 |
Census* | 22 Jun 1900 | Emily Blake and Charles W. Huddleston appeared on the census as head of household at Fayetteville Dist, Fayette Co, WV, on 22 Jun 1900.3 |
Death* | 2 Mar 1904 | Emily died on 2 Mar 1904 at age 58.1 |
Burial* | | Her body was interred at Oak Hill, Fayette Co, WV, at Oak Hill Methodist Church.1 |
Partners and Children
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Marriage* | 23 May 1867 | She married Charles W. Huddleston at Fayette Co, WV, on 23 May 1867. Charles W. Huddleston, age 28, single, born Fayette Co, res. Fayette Co, par. Geo R. and Mary Huddleston, farmer; Emily Blake, age 22, single, born Fayette Co, res. Fayette Co, par. Adam and Jemima Blake; md by Andrew Hutchinson.4,5 |
Children | |
Citations
- [S2738] FindAGrave.com (findagrave.com), Emily Blake Huddleston, online at https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/136334717/…, accessed May 2020.
- [S205] 1790-1940 U.S. Census, Population Schedule, 1900 census, online at ancestry.com.
- [S205] 1790-1940 U.S. Census, Population Schedule, online at ancestry.com.
- [S2712] WV Marriages Fayette Co, WV.
- [S146] Larry G. Shuck., Fayette Co. (W) Virginia Marriages 1832-1853 and 1865-1903 (Apollo, PA: Closson Press, 1995),.
Rachel Blake
F, #10726, b. circa 1849
Birth* | circa 1849 | Rachel was born at Fayette Co, VA, circa 1849. |
| | She was the daughter of Adam Blake and Jemimah Burgess. |
(Witness) Census | 15 Aug 1850 | Rachel Blake appeared on the census of 15 Aug 1850 in the household of Adam Blake and Jemimah Burgess at District 14, Fayette Co, VA.1 |
(Witness) Census | 23 Jun 1860 | Rachel Blake appeared on the census of 23 Jun 1860 in the household of Adam Blake and Jemimah Burgess at Fayette Co, VA.1 |
Marriage* | 27 Jan 1870 | She married James Roach at Fayette Co, WV, on 27 Jan 1870. James Roach, age 25, single, b. NC, par. Jas & Elizabeth; Rachael Blake, age 21, single, b. Fayette Co, WV, par. Adam & Jemima.2 |
(Witness) Census | 20 Aug 1870 | Rachel Blake appeared on the census of 20 Aug 1870 in the household of Adam Blake and Jemimah Burgess at Fayetteville Twp, Fayette Co, WV.1 |
Census* | 11 Jun 1880 | Rachel Blake and James Roach appeared on the census as head of household at Fayetteville Dist, Fayette Co, WV, on 11 Jun 1880.1 |
Partners and Children
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Marriage* | 27 Jan 1870 | She married James Roach at Fayette Co, WV, on 27 Jan 1870. James Roach, age 25, single, b. NC, par. Jas & Elizabeth; Rachael Blake, age 21, single, b. Fayette Co, WV, par. Adam & Jemima.2 |
Children | |
Citations
- [S205] 1790-1940 U.S. Census, Population Schedule, online at ancestry.com.
- [S146] Larry G. Shuck., Fayette Co. (W) Virginia Marriages 1832-1853 and 1865-1903 (Apollo, PA: Closson Press, 1995),.
Margaret "Peggie" Phillips1
F, #10727, b. circa 1833
Birth* | circa 1833 | Margaret was born at VA circa 1833. Census entry of 1910 and 1920 for son Joseph Wilson Burgess says that Margaret was born in OH. |
| | She was the daughter of Martin Phillips and Mary Williams.2 |
Marriage* | 18 Oct 1848 | She married Nathaniel Burgess at Fayette Co, VA, on 18 Oct 1848. Nathaniel Burgess & Margaret Phillips; md by Alfred Beckley.3 |
Census | 6 Jul 1860 | Margaret "Peggie" Phillips and Nathaniel Burgess appeared on the census as head of household at District 2, Fayette Co, VA, on 6 Jul 1860.1 |
Census* | 17 Aug 1870 | Margaret "Peggie" Phillips and Nathaniel Burgess appeared on the census as head of household at Fayetteville Twp, Fayette Co, WV, on 17 Aug 1870.1 |
Census | 10 Jun 1880 | Margaret "Peggie" Phillips and Nathaniel Burgess appeared on the census as head of household at Town Dist, Raleigh Co, WV, on 10 Jun 1880.1 |
Partners and Children
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Children | |
Marshall Burgess
M, #10728, b. 26 Aug 1849, d. 11 May 1918
Birth2 | Aug 1848 | Conflicting evidence states that Marshall was born at VA in Aug 1848.1 |
Birth* | 26 Aug 1849 | Marshall was born at Fayette Co, VA, on 26 Aug 1849. |
| | He was the son of Nathaniel Burgess and Margaret "Peggie" Phillips. |
(Witness) Census | 6 Jul 1860 | Marshall Burgess appeared on the census of 6 Jul 1860 in the household of Nathaniel Burgess and Margaret "Peggie" Phillips at District 2, Fayette Co, VA.2 |
(Witness) Census | 17 Aug 1870 | Marshall Burgess appeared on the census of 17 Aug 1870 in the household of Nathaniel Burgess and Margaret "Peggie" Phillips at Fayetteville Twp, Fayette Co, WV.2 |
Marriage* | 25 Nov 1875 | He married Bridget Mahoney at Fayette Co, WV, on 25 Nov 1875. Marshall Burgess, age 26, single, b. Fayette Co, WV, par. Nathan & Margaret; Bridgett Mahoney, age 17, single, b. n/a, par. Peter & Mary.3 |
Employment | Jun 1880 | Occupation: farmer in Jun 1880 at Fayetteville Dist, Fayette Co, WV.2 |
Census | 29 Jun 1880 | Marshall Burgess and Bridget Mahoney appeared on the census as head of household at Fayetteville Dist, Fayette Co, WV, on 29 Jun 1880.2 |
Employment* | Jun 1900 | Occupation: farmer in Jun 1900 at Fayetteville Dist, Fayette Co, WV.2 |
Census* | 5 Jun 1900 | Marshall Burgess and Bridget Mahoney appeared on the census as head of household at Fayetteville Dist, Fayette Co, WV, on 5 Jun 1900.2 |
Employment | Apr 1910 | Occupation: farmer in Apr 1910 at Scarbro, Fayette Co, WV.2 |
Census | 28 Apr 1910 | Marshall Burgess and Bridget Mahoney appeared on the census as head of household at Scarbro, Fayette Co, WV, on 28 Apr 1910.2 |
Num Child* | 28 Apr 1910 | Marshall Burgess and Bridget Mahoney had 7 children, with 4 living at the time of the census in 1910.2 |
Death* | 11 May 1918 | Marshall died on 11 May 1918 at Oak Hill, Fayette Co, WV, at age 68. |
Burial* | | His body was interred at Hilltop, Fayette Co, WV, at Hilltop Cemetery. |
Partners and Children
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Marriage* | 25 Nov 1875 | He married Bridget Mahoney at Fayette Co, WV, on 25 Nov 1875. Marshall Burgess, age 26, single, b. Fayette Co, WV, par. Nathan & Margaret; Bridgett Mahoney, age 17, single, b. n/a, par. Peter & Mary.3 |
Children | |
Citations
- [S205] 1790-1940 U.S. Census, Population Schedule, 1900 census for month and year, online at ancestry.com.
- [S205] 1790-1940 U.S. Census, Population Schedule, online at ancestry.com.
- [S146] Larry G. Shuck., Fayette Co. (W) Virginia Marriages 1832-1853 and 1865-1903 (Apollo, PA: Closson Press, 1995),.
Eunice E. Burgess1
F, #10729, b. 26 Dec 1853, d. 10 Oct 1918

James Lucas Webb and Eunice E. (Burgess) Webb
Image credit: Zach Lofton, findagrave.com
Birth* | 26 Dec 1853 | Eunice was born at VA on 26 Dec 1853.2,3 |
| | She was the daughter of Nathaniel Burgess and Margaret "Peggie" Phillips. |
(Witness) Census | 6 Jul 1860 | Eunice E. Burgess appeared on the census of 6 Jul 1860 in the household of Nathaniel Burgess and Margaret "Peggie" Phillips at District 2, Fayette Co, VA.1 |
(Witness) Census | 17 Aug 1870 | Eunice E. Burgess appeared on the census of 17 Aug 1870 in the household of Nathaniel Burgess and Margaret "Peggie" Phillips at Fayetteville Twp, Fayette Co, WV.1 |
Marriage* | 28 Feb 1875 | She married James Lucas Webb at Fayette Co, WV, on 28 Feb 1875. James Lucas, age 19, single, b. Giles Co, VA, par. n/a & Lina Lucas; Eunice Burgess, age 23, single, b. Fayette Co, WV, par. Nathan & Margaret. (This entry is apparently in error; the groom should be James Lucas Webb). Reported married 23 years in 1900; 37 years in 1910.4 |
Census | 10 Jun 1880 | Eunice E. Burgess and James Lucas Webb appeared on the census as head of household at Fayetteville Dist, Fayette Co, WV, on 10 Jun 1880.1 |
Num Child | 13 Jun 1900 | Eunice E. Burgess and James Lucas Webb had 8 children, with 7 living at the time of the census in 1900.3 |
Census | 13 Jun 1900 | Eunice E. Burgess and James Lucas Webb appeared on the census as head of household at Fayetteville Dist, Fayette Co, WV, on 13 Jun 1900.3 |
Num Child | 25 Apr 1910 | Eunice E. Burgess and James Lucas Webb had 8 children, with 6 living at the time of the census in 1910.1 |
Census | 25 Apr 1910 | Eunice E. Burgess and James Lucas Webb appeared on the census as head of household at Scarbro, Fayette Co, WV, on 25 Apr 1910.1 |
Death* | 10 Oct 1918 | Eunice died on 10 Oct 1918 at age 64.2 |
Burial* | | Her body was interred at Hilltop, Fayette Co, WV, at Hilltop Cemetery.2 |
Partners and Children
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Marriage* | 28 Feb 1875 | She married James Lucas Webb at Fayette Co, WV, on 28 Feb 1875. James Lucas, age 19, single, b. Giles Co, VA, par. n/a & Lina Lucas; Eunice Burgess, age 23, single, b. Fayette Co, WV, par. Nathan & Margaret. (This entry is apparently in error; the groom should be James Lucas Webb). Reported married 23 years in 1900; 37 years in 1910.4 |
Children | |
Citations
- [S205] 1790-1940 U.S. Census, Population Schedule, online at ancestry.com.
- [S2738] FindAGrave.com (findagrave.com), gravestone.
- [S205] 1790-1940 U.S. Census, Population Schedule, 1900 census, online at ancestry.com.
- [S2712] WV Marriages Fayette Co, WV.
- [S2713] WV Births online at www.wvculture.org,, Raleigh Co, WV.
Louisa Jemima Burgess
F, #10730, b. 25 Jul 1851, d. 4 Apr 1922
Birth* | 25 Jul 1851 | Louisa was born at Raleigh Co, VA, on 25 Jul 1851.1,2 |
| | She was the daughter of Nathaniel Burgess and Margaret "Peggie" Phillips. |
(Witness) Census | 6 Jul 1860 | Louisa Jemima Burgess appeared on the census of 6 Jul 1860 in the household of Nathaniel Burgess and Margaret "Peggie" Phillips at District 2, Fayette Co, VA.2 |
(Witness) Census | 17 Aug 1870 | Louisa Jemima Burgess appeared on the census of 17 Aug 1870 in the household of Nathaniel Burgess and Margaret "Peggie" Phillips at Fayetteville Twp, Fayette Co, WV.2 |
Marriage* | 19 Mar 1874 | She married John H. Webb at Fayette Co, WV, on 19 Mar 1874. John Webb, age 22, single, b. Fayette Co, WV, par. John & Malinda; Jemima Burgess, age 21, single, b. Giles Co, VA, par. Nathan & Margaret.3 |
Census* | 11 Jun 1880 | Louisa Jemima Burgess and John H. Webb appeared on the census as head of household at Fayetteville Dist, Fayette Co, WV, on 11 Jun 1880.2 |
Death* | 4 Apr 1922 | Louisa died on 4 Apr 1922 at Fayetteville Dist, Fayette Co, WV, at age 70. Informant was M.L. Webb.1 |
Partners and Children
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Marriage* | 19 Mar 1874 | She married John H. Webb at Fayette Co, WV, on 19 Mar 1874. John Webb, age 22, single, b. Fayette Co, WV, par. John & Malinda; Jemima Burgess, age 21, single, b. Giles Co, VA, par. Nathan & Margaret.3 |
Children | |
Citations
- [S2683] WV Death Certificate online at www.wvculture.org,.
- [S205] 1790-1940 U.S. Census, Population Schedule, online at ancestry.com.
- [S146] Larry G. Shuck., Fayette Co. (W) Virginia Marriages 1832-1853 and 1865-1903 (Apollo, PA: Closson Press, 1995),.
James Martin Burgess
M, #10731, b. circa 1854, d. 28 Sep 1932
Birth* | circa 1854 | James was born at Fayette Co, VA, circa 1854. |
| | He was the son of Nathaniel Burgess and Margaret "Peggie" Phillips. |
(Witness) Census | 6 Jul 1860 | James Martin Burgess appeared on the census of 6 Jul 1860 in the household of Nathaniel Burgess and Margaret "Peggie" Phillips at District 2, Fayette Co, VA.1 |
(Witness) Census | 17 Aug 1870 | James Martin Burgess appeared on the census of 17 Aug 1870 in the household of Nathaniel Burgess and Margaret "Peggie" Phillips at Fayetteville Twp, Fayette Co, WV.1 |
Marriage* | 18 Oct 1877 | He married Sarah Margaret 'Sallie' Treadway at Fayette Co, WV, on 18 Oct 1877. Martin Burgess, age 24, single, b. Fayette Co, WV, par. Nathaniel & Margaret; Sarah, age 16, single, b. Fayette Co, WV, par. William & Nancy.2 |
Employment* | Jun 1880 | Occupation: laborer in Jun 1880 at Fayetteville Dist, Fayette Co, WV.1 |
Census* | 29 Jun 1880 | James Martin Burgess and Sarah Margaret 'Sallie' Treadway appeared on the census as head of household at Fayetteville Dist, Fayette Co, WV, on 29 Jun 1880.1 |
Employment | Jul 1900 | Occupation: farmer in Jul 1900 at Hilltop, Fayette Co, WV.1 |
Num Child* | 2 Jul 1900 | James Martin Burgess and Sarah Margaret 'Sallie' Treadway had 10 children, with 10 living at the time of the census in 1900.1 |
Census | 2 Jul 1900 | James Martin Burgess and Sarah Margaret 'Sallie' Treadway appeared on the census as head of household at Hilltop, Fayette Co, WV, on 2 Jul 1900.1 |
Employment | Apr 1910 | Occupation: farmer in Apr 1910 at Meadow Fork Rd, Fayetteville Dist, Fayette Co, WV.1 |
Num Child | 30 Apr 1910 | James Martin Burgess and Sarah Margaret 'Sallie' Treadway had 10 children, with 10 living at the time of the census in 1910.1 |
Census | 30 Apr 1910 | James Martin Burgess and Sarah Margaret 'Sallie' Treadway appeared on the census as head of household at Meadow Fork Rd, Fayetteville Dist, Fayette Co, WV, on 30 Apr 1910.1 |
Employment | Jan 1920 | Occupation: coal miner in Jan 1920 at Jones Mine of Prudence Coal Co, Fayetteville Dist, Fayette Co, WV.1 |
Census | 26 Jan 1920 | James Martin Burgess and Sarah Margaret 'Sallie' Treadway appeared on the census as head of household at Jones Mine of Prudence Coal Co, Fayetteville Dist, Fayette Co, WV, on 26 Jan 1920.1 |
Census | 28 Apr 1930 | James Martin Burgess and Sarah Margaret 'Sallie' Treadway appeared on the census as head of household at Sanger, Fayette Co, WV, on 28 Apr 1930.1 |
Death* | 28 Sep 1932 | James died on 28 Sep 1932 at Sanger, Fayette Co, WV.3 |
Burial* | | His body was interred at Sanger, Fayette Co, WV, at Sanger Cem.3 |
Partners and Children
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Marriage* | 18 Oct 1877 | He married Sarah Margaret 'Sallie' Treadway at Fayette Co, WV, on 18 Oct 1877. Martin Burgess, age 24, single, b. Fayette Co, WV, par. Nathaniel & Margaret; Sarah, age 16, single, b. Fayette Co, WV, par. William & Nancy.2 |
Children | - William Burke Burgess+ b. 14 Nov 1878, d. 12 Jun 1939
- Albert Wayman Burgess+1 b. 14 Jan 1880, d. 16 Oct 1949
- Charles Emmett Burgess+1 b. 1 Feb 1882, d. 27 Jan 1962
- Shirley George Burgess+1 b. 18 Feb 1884, d. 3 Oct 1954
- Lomer Henry Burgess+1 b. 18 May 1886, d. 2 Mar 1953
- Virginia Mae 'Virgie' Burgess+1 b. 30 Sep 1888, d. 25 Sep 1965
- Robert Burgess1 b. 27 May 1892, d. 29 Nov 1911
- Frank Earl Burgess+1 b. 1 Oct 1893, d. 11 Feb 1960
- Florence Lucille 'Flossie' Burgess+1 b. 10 Dec 1895, d. 25 Sep 1958
- Edward Martin Burgess+1 b. 23 Mar 1898, d. 18 Mar 1959
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Citations
- [S205] 1790-1940 U.S. Census, Population Schedule, online at ancestry.com.
- [S146] Larry G. Shuck., Fayette Co. (W) Virginia Marriages 1832-1853 and 1865-1903 (Apollo, PA: Closson Press, 1995),.
- [S2683] WV Death Certificate online at www.wvculture.org,.
Mary Burgess
F, #10732, b. 2 Jun 1856, d. before 1910
Birth* | 2 Jun 1856 | Mary was born at Loop Creek, Fayette Co, VA, on 2 Jun 1856.1 |
| | She was the daughter of Nathaniel Burgess and Margaret "Peggie" Phillips. |
(Witness) Census | 6 Jul 1860 | Mary Burgess appeared on the census of 6 Jul 1860 in the household of Nathaniel Burgess and Margaret "Peggie" Phillips at District 2, Fayette Co, VA.2 |
(Witness) Census | 17 Aug 1870 | Mary Burgess appeared on the census of 17 Aug 1870 in the household of Nathaniel Burgess and Margaret "Peggie" Phillips at Fayetteville Twp, Fayette Co, WV.2 |
Marriage* | 18 Nov 1875 | She married Isaac H. Fisher at Fayette Co, WV, on 18 Nov 1875. Isaac Fisher, age 26, widowed, b. Monroe Co, WV, res. Monroe Co, par. St Clair & Keziah Fisher; Mary Burgess, age 20, single, b. Fayette Co, res. Fayette Co, par. Nathaniel & Margaret Burgess; md by Joseph T. Painter.3 |
Census* | 10 Jun 1880 | Mary Burgess and Isaac H. Fisher appeared on the census as head of household at Clear Fork, Raleigh Co, WV, on 10 Jun 1880.2 |
Num Child* | 5 Jun 1900 | Mary Burgess and Isaac H. Fisher had 7 children, with 2 living at the time of the census in 1900.4 |
Census | 5 Jun 1900 | Mary Burgess and Isaac H. Fisher appeared on the census as head of household at Talcott Dist, Summers Co, WV, on 5 Jun 1900.2 |
Death* | before 1910 | Mary died before 1910. In 1910, Isaac H. Fisher was enumerated with his daughter Mary A. Fisher Humphries. His marriage status was "M2" (married twice) which could indicate that Mary was still living; in 1920, Isaac was living with son William Paul Fisher in Scarbro and listed as widowed.2 |
Partners and Children
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Marriage* | 18 Nov 1875 | She married Isaac H. Fisher at Fayette Co, WV, on 18 Nov 1875. Isaac Fisher, age 26, widowed, b. Monroe Co, WV, res. Monroe Co, par. St Clair & Keziah Fisher; Mary Burgess, age 20, single, b. Fayette Co, res. Fayette Co, par. Nathaniel & Margaret Burgess; md by Joseph T. Painter.3 |
Children | |
Citations
- [S235] Births, Civil Records "West Virginia, Births and Christenings, 1853-1928," index, FamilySearch (https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.1.1/X5PK-DFM : accessed 07 Aug 2013), Nathan Burgess in entry for Mary Burgess, 02 Jun 1856.
- [S205] 1790-1940 U.S. Census, Population Schedule, online at ancestry.com.
- [S2712] WV Marriages Fayette Co, WV.
- [S205] 1790-1940 U.S. Census, Population Schedule, 1900 census, online at ancestry.com.
Austin Burgess
M, #10733, b. 18 Jun 1858, d. 4 Mar 1938
Birth* | 18 Jun 1858 | Austin was born at Loop Creek, Fayette Co, VA, on 18 Jun 1858. Birth record has 18 June 1858, Upper Loop Creek; gravestone has 22 June 1862, and death certificate has 28 June 1863 (as reported by son Earl R.) but Austin was enumerated in the 1860 census, age 2.1,2,3 |
| | He was the son of Nathaniel Burgess and Margaret "Peggie" Phillips. |
(Witness) Census | 6 Jul 1860 | Austin Burgess appeared on the census of 6 Jul 1860 in the household of Nathaniel Burgess and Margaret "Peggie" Phillips at District 2, Fayette Co, VA.3 |
(Witness) Census | 17 Aug 1870 | Austin Burgess appeared on the census of 17 Aug 1870 in the household of Nathaniel Burgess and Margaret "Peggie" Phillips at Fayetteville Twp, Fayette Co, WV.3 |
Marriage* | 5 May 1897 | He married Dorothea G. Bloxton at Fayette Co, WV, on 5 May 1897. Austin Burgess, age 36, single, b. Fayette Co, WV, par. Nathan & Margaret; Dora G. Blaxton, age 17, single, b. Louisa Co, VA, par. R. J. & n/a.4,5 |
Employment* | Jul 1900 | Occupation: carpenter in Jul 1900 at Hilltop, Fayette Co, WV.3 |
Census | 3 Jul 1900 | Austin Burgess and Dorothea G. Bloxton appeared on the census as head of household at Hilltop, Fayette Co, WV, on 3 Jul 1900.3 |
Employment | May 1910 | Occupation: carpenter in May 1910 at Hilltop, Fayette Co, WV.3 |
Census* | 5 May 1910 | Austin Burgess and Dorothea G. Bloxton appeared on the census as head of household at Hilltop, Fayette Co, WV, on 5 May 1910.3 |
Employment | Jan 1920 | Occupation: carpenter in Jan 1920 at Scarbro, Fayette Co, WV. Coal mine.3 |
Census | 23 Jan 1920 | Austin Burgess and Dorothea G. Bloxton appeared on the census as head of household at Scarbro, Fayette Co, WV, on 23 Jan 1920.3 |
Employment | Apr 1930 | Occupation: carpenter in Apr 1930 at Scarbro, Fayette Co, WV. Coal mine.3 |
Census | 8 Apr 1930 | Austin Burgess and Dorothea G. Bloxton appeared on the census as head of household at Scarbro, Fayette Co, WV, on 8 Apr 1930.3 |
Death* | 4 Mar 1938 | Austin died on 4 Mar 1938 at Scarbro, Fayette Co, WV, at age 79.6,2 |
Burial* | 6 Mar 1938 | He was buried on 6 Mar 1938 at High Lawn Memorial Park, Oak Hill, Fayette Co, WV.6,2 |
Partners and Children
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Marriage* | 5 May 1897 | He married Dorothea G. Bloxton at Fayette Co, WV, on 5 May 1897. Austin Burgess, age 36, single, b. Fayette Co, WV, par. Nathan & Margaret; Dora G. Blaxton, age 17, single, b. Louisa Co, VA, par. R. J. & n/a.4,5 |
Children | |
Citations
- [S235] Births, Civil Records "West Virginia, Births and Christenings, 1853-1928," index, FamilySearch (https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.1.1/X5PK-NZN : accessed 07 Aug 2013), Burgess, 18 Jun 1858.
- [S221] Fayette-Raleigh Genealogical Society., Fayette County Cemetery Records, Vol. II: Highlawn Memorial Park Cemetery (Fayette-Raleigh Genealogical Society, 2002),.
- [S205] 1790-1940 U.S. Census, Population Schedule, online at ancestry.com.
- [S146] Larry G. Shuck., Fayette Co. (W) Virginia Marriages 1832-1853 and 1865-1903 (Apollo, PA: Closson Press, 1995),.
- [S237] Obituary, Opal Ruth Burgess, Beckley (WV) Raleigh Register, Tuesday, 1 Feb 1966.
- [S2683] WV Death Certificate online at www.wvculture.org,.
Mary Peters
F, #10734, b. circa 1836
Birth* | circa 1836 | Mary was born at VA circa 1836. |
Marriage* | 3 Nov 1853 | She married Jackson Burgess at Kanawha Co, VA, on 3 Nov 1853. |
Census | 7 Jul 1860 | Mary Peters and Jackson Burgess appeared on the census as head of household at District 2, Fayette Co, VA, on 7 Jul 1860. Also enumerated in this household was John H. Easley, age 8, b. VA.1 |
Census* | 15 Jun 1870 | Mary Peters and Jackson Burgess appeared on the census as head of household at Christiansburg Twp, Montgomery Co, VA, on 15 Jun 1870.1 |
Census | 7 Jun 1880 | Mary Peters and Jackson Burgess appeared on the census as head of household at Christiansburg Dist, Montgomery Co, VA, on 7 Jun 1880.1 |
Partners and Children
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Children | |
Citations
- [S205] 1790-1940 U.S. Census, Population Schedule, online at ancestry.com.
David Burgess
M, #10735, b. circa 1854
Birth* | circa 1854 | David was born at Fayette Co, VA, circa 1854. |
| | He was the son of Jackson Burgess and Mary Peters. |
(Witness) Census | 7 Jul 1860 | David Burgess appeared on the census of 7 Jul 1860 in the household of Jackson Burgess and Mary Peters at District 2, Fayette Co, VA.1 |
(Witness) Census | 15 Jun 1870 | David Burgess appeared on the census of 15 Jun 1870 in the household of Jackson Burgess and Mary Peters at Christiansburg Twp, Montgomery Co, VA.1 |
Citations
- [S205] 1790-1940 U.S. Census, Population Schedule, online at ancestry.com.
Aaron Burgess
M, #10736, b. circa 1856
Birth* | circa 1856 | Aaron was born at Fayette Co, VA, circa 1856. |
| | He was the son of Jackson Burgess and Mary Peters. |
(Witness) Census | 7 Jul 1860 | Aaron Burgess appeared on the census of 7 Jul 1860 in the household of Jackson Burgess and Mary Peters at District 2, Fayette Co, VA.1 |
(Witness) Census | 15 Jun 1870 | Aaron Burgess appeared on the census of 15 Jun 1870 in the household of Jackson Burgess and Mary Peters at Christiansburg Twp, Montgomery Co, VA.1 |
Marriage* | | Aaron Burgess married Sallie Stevens.1 |
Employment* | Jun 1880 | Occupation: painter in Jun 1880 at Christiansburg Dist, Montgomery Co, VA.1 |
Census* | 10 Jun 1880 | Aaron Burgess and Sallie Stevens were listed as residents in the census report at Christiansburg Dist, Montgomery Co, VA, on 10 Jun 1880. Enumerated in the household of Mel Stevens, female, age 50, widowed, b. VA, mother-in-law.1 |
Citations
- [S205] 1790-1940 U.S. Census, Population Schedule, online at ancestry.com.
Jane 'Jennie' Huddleston1
F, #10737, b. 2 Dec 1842, d. 22 Dec 1913
Birth | circa 1840 | Jane was born at VA circa 1840. 1850 census age 10.2 |
Birth* | 2 Dec 1842 | Jane was born at Fayette Co, VA, on 2 Dec 1842. Gravestone has 1843 as year.3,2,4,5 |
| | She was the daughter of Joseph Huddleston and Sarah Hess. |
(Witness) Census | 15 Aug 1850 | Jane 'Jennie' Huddleston appeared on the census of 15 Aug 1850 in the household of John Wingrove and Sarah Hess at District 14, Fayette Co, VA.2 |
Marriage* | 11 Nov 1859 | She married Henry Burgess at Fayette Co, VA, on 11 Nov 1859. Henry Burgess, age 26, widowed, b. Fayette Co, res. Fayette Co, par. James & Rachel Burgess, farmer; Jane Huddleston, age 16, single, b. Fayette Co, res. Fayette Co, par. Jos. & Sarah Huddleston; md by Joseph Haidelkamp.4 |
Census* | 29 Jun 1860 | Jane 'Jennie' Huddleston and Henry Burgess appeared on the census as head of household at District 2, Fayette Co, VA, on 29 Jun 1860.2 |
Census* | 27 Aug 1870 | Jane 'Jennie' Huddleston and Henry Burgess appeared on the census as head of household at Fayetteville Twp, Fayette Co, WV, on 27 Aug 1870.2 |
Census | 1 Mar 1875 | Jane 'Jennie' Huddleston and Henry Burgess appeared on the census as head of household at Little Walnut Twp, Butler Co, KS, on 1 Mar 1875.1 |
Census | 7 Jun 1880 | Jane 'Jennie' Huddleston and Henry Burgess appeared on the census as head of household at Wea Twp, Miami Co, KS, on 7 Jun 1880.2 |
Census | 1 Mar 1885 | Jane 'Jennie' Huddleston and Henry Burgess appeared on the census as head of household at Medford Twp, Reno Co, KS, on 1 Mar 1885.1 |
Census | 1 Mar 1895 | Jane 'Jennie' Huddleston and Henry Burgess appeared on the census as head of household at Medford Twp, Reno Co, KS, on 1 Mar 1895.1 |
Census | 5 Jun 1900 | Jane 'Jennie' Huddleston and Henry Burgess appeared on the census as head of household at Medford Twp, Reno Co, KS, on 5 Jun 1900.2 |
Employment* | Apr 1910 | Occupation: farmer in Apr 1910 at Medford Twp, Reno Co, KS.2 |
Num Child* | 18 Apr 1910 | Jane 'Jennie' Huddleston had 12 children, with 10 living at the time of the census in 1910.2 |
Census* | 18 Apr 1910 | She appeared on the census as head of household at Medford Twp, Reno Co, KS, on 18 Apr 1910.2 |
Death* | 22 Dec 1913 | Jane died on 22 Dec 1913 at Medford Twp, Reno Co, KS, at age 71. Sterling Kansas Bulletin......Thursday, December 25, 1913 DEATH OF MRS. BURGESS After an illness of but one week, Mrs. Jane Burgess passed away Monday evening at the farm where she had resided nearly twenty-nine years. Had she lived but two days longer, she would have reached the age of seventy. It was in 1903 her husband passed away at the home four and one-half miles southwest of this city. Pneumonia is given as the cause of her death at 6:15 p.m. on the 22nd. Four of the thirteen Burgess children have died. The mother's funeral was held at the farm Wednesday at 1 p.m. Rev. Fahrney pastor of the Dunkard church, was assisted in the services by E. H. Tubbs of the Baptist denomination after which interment was made in the Sterling cemetery.
Obituary...Sterling Kansas Bulletin....January 1, 1913 Jane Huddleston was born in Fayette County, West Virginia, December 2, 1842, and died at Sterling, Kansas, December 22, 1913, aged 71 years and 20 days. She was married to Henry Burgess in 1857 at Oak Hill, West Virginia. Thirteen children were born to this union. Nine of whom are still living. Mrs. A. J. Myers and Mrs. J. H. Morehead, Louisburg, Kansas; J.E. and W.C. Burgess, Hutchinson; Mrs. Conner and E.E. Burgess; H.G. Burgess, K.C., Kansas; Mrs. D.W. McFadden, Nickerson; and F.P. Burgess, Huntsville; all of whom were present at the time of her death. The husband passed away 10 years ago the 9th of last month. Mrs. Burgess was conscious to the last. She joined the Christian church in early life.3,5 |
Burial* | 24 Dec 1913 | Her body was interred on 24 Dec 1913 at Sterling, Rice Co, KS, at Sterling Cem.3,5 |
Partners and Children
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Marriage* | 11 Nov 1859 | She married Henry Burgess at Fayette Co, VA, on 11 Nov 1859. Henry Burgess, age 26, widowed, b. Fayette Co, res. Fayette Co, par. James & Rachel Burgess, farmer; Jane Huddleston, age 16, single, b. Fayette Co, res. Fayette Co, par. Jos. & Sarah Huddleston; md by Joseph Haidelkamp.4 |
Children | - Joseph E. Burgess b. circa 1860, d. 1882
- Annie C. Burgess+ b. Jun 1863
- Laura Belle Burgess+ b. 9 Sep 1864, d. 18 Aug 1943
- James Edward Burgess+ b. 18 Mar 1866, d. 1948
- Sarah A. Burgess+ b. 25 Jan 1868, d. 14 Feb 1943
- Walker Calvin Burgess+ b. 23 Apr 1869, d. 1935
- Earnest E. Burgess+2 b. Oct 1872, d. 6 Jul 1922
- Minnie Burgess2 b. circa 1875, d. 1897
- Frederick E. Burgess+2 b. Sep 1876, d. 1909
- Harry Glen Burgess+2 b. 2 May 1878, d. 13 Feb 1960
- Grace Elnora Burgess+2 b. 10 Jan 1880, d. 24 Oct 1927
- Homer H. Burgess6 b. Nov 1881, d. 1903
- Frank Pierce Burgess+6 b. Jun 1885, d. Feb 1941
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Citations
- [S2724] Kansas State Census, online at ancestry.com.
- [S205] 1790-1940 U.S. Census, Population Schedule, online at ancestry.com.
- [S237] Obituary, Jane Burgess, Sterling (KS) Bulletin, Thursday, 25 December 1913 and Thursday, 1 January 1914, transcribed online at http://www.ksgenweb.com/reno/obits/burgessmrsjaneobit.htm, accessed December 2014.
- [S230] Marriages, Civil Records Vital statistics, 1853-1860 of West Virginia, Calhoun - Hampshire counties, Film # 007499353, image 143, online at https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/3:1:3QS7-89Z5-F876, accessed July 2017.
- [S2738] FindAGrave.com (findagrave.com), Gravestone.
- [S205] 1790-1940 U.S. Census, Population Schedule, 1900 census, online at ancestry.com.
Celia Blake
F, #10738, b. circa 1828
Birth* | circa 1828 | Celia was born at VA circa 1828. 1880 census age 45.1 |
| | She was the daughter of Samuel Blake and Huldy 'Ada' Johnson. |
(Witness) Census | 9 Sep 1850 | Celia Blake appeared on the census of 9 Sep 1850 in the household of Samuel Blake and Huldy 'Ada' Johnson at District 14, Fayette Co, VA.1 |
(Witness) Census | 7 Jul 1860 | Celia Blake appeared on the census of 7 Jul 1860 in the household of Samuel Blake at District 2, Fayette Co, VA.1 |
Marriage* | 5 Aug 1860 | She married Wellington Burgess at Fayette Co, VA, on 5 Aug 1860.2 |
Census* | 12 Jun 1880 | Celia Blake and Wellington Burgess appeared on the census as head of household at Fayetteville Dist, Fayette Co, WV, on 12 Jun 1880.1 |
Partners and Children
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Children | |
Citations
- [S205] 1790-1940 U.S. Census, Population Schedule, online at ancestry.com.
- [S128] James A. Burgess, Burgess, Mullins...and Allied Families, Parsons, WV, McClain Printing, 1978, p. 16.
- [S146] Larry G. Shuck., Fayette Co. (W) Virginia Marriages 1832-1853 and 1865-1903 (Apollo, PA: Closson Press, 1995),.
Elizabeth Burgess
F, #10739, b. 2 Apr 1864, d. 4 Sep 1867
Birth* | 2 Apr 1864 | Elizabeth was born at Fayetteville, Fayette Co, WV, on 2 Apr 1864. |
| | She was the daughter of Wellington Burgess and Celia Blake. |
Death* | 4 Sep 1867 | Elizabeth died on 4 Sep 1867 at Falls of Kanawha Twp, Fayette Co, WV, at age 3. Elizabeth Burgess, d. 4 Sept, Falls Twp, of sore throat, age 3y 7m, par. Wellington & Celah Burgess, b. Falls Twp, reported by Wellington Burgess, head of the family.1 |
Death | 4 Sep 1868 | Elizabeth died on 4 Sep 1868 at Fayetteville, Fayette Co, WV, at age 4. Elizabeth Burgess, d. 4 Sept, Fayetteville Twp, cause unknown, age 4y 5m 21d, par. Welling and Lulia Burgess, b. Fayetteville Twp, reported by Wellington Burgess, head of the family.1 |
Citations
- [S2714] WV Deaths online at www.wvculture.org,, Fayette Co, WV.
Bridget Mahoney
F, #10740, b. 1 May 1859, d. 11 Apr 1918
Burial* | | Her body was interred at Hilltop, Fayette Co, WV, at Hilltop Cemetery. |
Birth* | 1 May 1859 | Bridget was born at VA on 1 May 1859. |
Birth2 | Apr 1861 | Conflicting evidence states that Bridget was born at VA in Apr 1861.1 |
Marriage* | 25 Nov 1875 | She married Marshall Burgess at Fayette Co, WV, on 25 Nov 1875. Marshall Burgess, age 26, single, b. Fayette Co, WV, par. Nathan & Margaret; Bridgett Mahoney, age 17, single, b. n/a, par. Peter & Mary.2 |
Census | 29 Jun 1880 | Bridget Mahoney and Marshall Burgess appeared on the census as head of household at Fayetteville Dist, Fayette Co, WV, on 29 Jun 1880.3 |
Census* | 5 Jun 1900 | Bridget Mahoney and Marshall Burgess appeared on the census as head of household at Fayetteville Dist, Fayette Co, WV, on 5 Jun 1900.3 |
Census | 28 Apr 1910 | Bridget Mahoney and Marshall Burgess appeared on the census as head of household at Scarbro, Fayette Co, WV, on 28 Apr 1910.3 |
Num Child* | 28 Apr 1910 | Bridget Mahoney and Marshall Burgess had 7 children, with 4 living at the time of the census in 1910.3 |
Death* | 11 Apr 1918 | Bridget died on 11 Apr 1918 at Oak Hill, Fayette Co, WV, at age 58. |
Partners and Children
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Marriage* | 25 Nov 1875 | She married Marshall Burgess at Fayette Co, WV, on 25 Nov 1875. Marshall Burgess, age 26, single, b. Fayette Co, WV, par. Nathan & Margaret; Bridgett Mahoney, age 17, single, b. n/a, par. Peter & Mary.2 |
Children | |
Citations
- [S205] 1790-1940 U.S. Census, Population Schedule, 1900 census for month and year, online at ancestry.com.
- [S146] Larry G. Shuck., Fayette Co. (W) Virginia Marriages 1832-1853 and 1865-1903 (Apollo, PA: Closson Press, 1995),.
- [S205] 1790-1940 U.S. Census, Population Schedule, online at ancestry.com.
Thomas John Burgess1,2
M, #10741, b. circa 1851, d. before 1930
Birth* | circa 1851 | Thomas was born at Fayette Co, VA, circa 1851. 1860 census age 9; 1880 census age 27; 1900 age 46.1 |
| | He was the son of Allen Burgess and Susannah Arthur. |
(Witness) Census | 18 Aug 1860 | Thomas John Burgess appeared on the census of 18 Aug 1860 in the household of Allen Burgess and Susannah Arthur at District 2, Fayette Co, VA.1 |
Marriage* | 5 Mar 1869 | He married Virginia E. Ramey at Kanawha Co, WV, on 5 Mar 1869. Thos Burgess, age 21, single, b. Fayette Co, res. Fayette Co, par. Allen & Susan, farmer; Virginia E. Ramey, age 21, single, b. Rockbridge Co, VA, res. Fayette Co, par. James & Eliza; md by Thos F. Holt.3 |
Employment* | Jul 1870 | Occupation: farm laborer in Jul 1870 at Loudon Twp, Kanawha Co, WV.1 |
Census* | 2 Jul 1870 | Thomas John Burgess and Virginia E. Ramey appeared on the census as head of household at Loudon Twp, Kanawha Co, WV, on 2 Jul 1870.1 |
Employment | Jun 1880 | Occupation: laborer in Jun 1880 at Fayetteville Dist, Fayette Co, WV.1 |
Census | Jun 1880 | Thomas John Burgess and Virginia E. Ramey appeared on the census as head of household at Fayetteville Dist, Fayette Co, WV, in Jun 1880.1 |
Employment | Jun 1900 | Occupation: carpenter in Jun 1900 at Fayetteville Dist, Fayette Co, WV.1 |
Num Child* | 22 Jun 1900 | Thomas John Burgess and Virginia E. Ramey had 5 children, with 5 living at the time of the census in 1900.1 |
Census | 22 Jun 1900 | Thomas John Burgess and Virginia E. Ramey appeared on the census as head of household at Fayetteville Dist, Fayette Co, WV, on 22 Jun 1900.1 |
Marriage* | 2 Oct 1909 | He married Sarah Jane "Sallie" Blake at Fayette Co, WV, on 2 Oct 1909. John T. Burgess, age 49, widower, b. Fayette Co, res. Oak Hill, par. Allen & Susan, carpenter; Sallie Richards, age 44, widowed, b. Fayette Co, res. Oak Hill, par. Lewis & Martha; md by L.S. Cunningham at Fayetteville.2 |
Employment | Apr 1910 | Occupation: carpenter in Apr 1910 at Oak Hill, Fayette Co, WV.1 |
Census | 16 Apr 1910 | Thomas John Burgess and Sarah Jane "Sallie" Blake appeared on the census as head of household at Oak Hill, Fayette Co, WV, on 16 Apr 1910. This census notes that it was the second marriage for both, married "zero" years; 11 children, of which 8 were living (all Sallie's?).1 |
Census* | 16 Jan 1920 | Thomas John Burgess and Sarah Jane "Sallie" Blake appeared on the census as head of household at Oak Hill, Fayette Co, WV, on 16 Jan 1920.1 |
Death* | before 1930 | Thomas died before 1930. Thomas's wife Sallie was listed as widowed in the 1930 census.1 |
Partners and Children
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Marriage* | 5 Mar 1869 | He married Virginia E. Ramey at Kanawha Co, WV, on 5 Mar 1869. Thos Burgess, age 21, single, b. Fayette Co, res. Fayette Co, par. Allen & Susan, farmer; Virginia E. Ramey, age 21, single, b. Rockbridge Co, VA, res. Fayette Co, par. James & Eliza; md by Thos F. Holt.3 |
Children | |
Partners and Children
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Marriage* | 2 Oct 1909 | He married Sarah Jane "Sallie" Blake at Fayette Co, WV, on 2 Oct 1909. John T. Burgess, age 49, widower, b. Fayette Co, res. Oak Hill, par. Allen & Susan, carpenter; Sallie Richards, age 44, widowed, b. Fayette Co, res. Oak Hill, par. Lewis & Martha; md by L.S. Cunningham at Fayetteville.2 |
Citations
- [S205] 1790-1940 U.S. Census, Population Schedule, online at ancestry.com.
- [S2712] WV Marriages Fayette Co, WV.
- [S2712] WV Marriages Kanawha Co, WV.
Sarah E. Burgess
F, #10742, b. circa 1852, d. before 1900
Birth* | circa 1852 | Sarah was born at Fayette Co, VA, circa 1852.1 |
| | She was the daughter of Allen Burgess and Susannah Arthur. |
(Witness) Census | 18 Aug 1860 | Sarah E. Burgess appeared on the census of 18 Aug 1860 in the household of Allen Burgess and Susannah Arthur at District 2, Fayette Co, VA.1 |
(Witness) Census | 30 Aug 1870 | Sarah E. Burgess appeared on the census of 30 Aug 1870 in the household of Allen Burgess at Fayetteville Twp, Fayette Co, WV.1 |
Marriage* | 6 Jul 1873 | She married Thomas J. Sims at Fayette Co, WV, on 6 Jul 1873. Thos J. Sims, age 23, single, b. Louisa Co, VA, res. Fayette Co, par. David L. & Mary J. Sims; Sarah E. Burgess, age 18, single, b. n/a, res. Fayette Co, par. Allen & Susannah Burgess; md by Martin Bibb.2 |
Census* | 11 Jun 1880 | Sarah E. Burgess and Thomas J. Sims appeared on the census as head of household at Fayetteville Dist, Fayette Co, WV, on 11 Jun 1880.1 |
Death* | before 1900 | Sarah died before 1900. No death date for Sarah has been found, but it is likely she died prior to 1900, or at or shortly after the birth of her last child. No 1900 census enumeration has been found for her, her husband, or any of her children. |
Partners and Children
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Marriage* | 6 Jul 1873 | She married Thomas J. Sims at Fayette Co, WV, on 6 Jul 1873. Thos J. Sims, age 23, single, b. Louisa Co, VA, res. Fayette Co, par. David L. & Mary J. Sims; Sarah E. Burgess, age 18, single, b. n/a, res. Fayette Co, par. Allen & Susannah Burgess; md by Martin Bibb.2 |
Children | |
Citations
- [S205] 1790-1940 U.S. Census, Population Schedule, online at ancestry.com.
- [S2712] WV Marriages Fayette Co, WV.
- [S2713] WV Births online at www.wvculture.org,, Fayette Co, WV.
- [S235] Births, Civil Records Ancestry.com. West Virginia, Births Index, 1853-1969 [database on-line]. Provo, UT, USA: Ancestry.com Operations, Inc., 2011.
Elder Rice Burgess1
M, #10743, b. 1853, d. 28 Sep 1921

Elliot Ross/Elder Rice Burgess
Image credit: Ronnie Perry
Name Variation | | Elder Rice Burgess was also known as Elliott Ross Burgess. |
Research Note* | | His given name has appeared as both "Elder Rice" and "Elliott Ross" Burgess. The public records of the name show Elder R. in the 1860 census; Ella [Ellie] in the 1870 census; Ellie R. at marriage; Rice E. in the 1880 census; E. R. in the 1900 census; Elick R. in the 1910 census; Elick R. in the 1920 census; Ellie Ross on death certificate. Ellie Rice in obituary of daughter Emma; Elliott on death certificate of son Silas (reported by Silas' wife) and of son Samuel (reported by Samuel's wife); Ella in obituary of daughter Gertrude; Elery on death certificate of daughter Emma; "Elliot Ross" in Fayette Co Cemeteries vol. IV transcription. |
Birth* | 1853 | Elder was born at Fayette Co, VA, in 1853.2,3,1 |
| | He was the son of Allen Burgess and Susannah Arthur. |
(Witness) Census | 18 Aug 1860 | Elder Rice Burgess appeared on the census of 18 Aug 1860 in the household of Allen Burgess and Susannah Arthur at District 2, Fayette Co, VA.1 |
(Witness) Census | 30 Aug 1870 | Elder Rice Burgess appeared on the census of 30 Aug 1870 in the household of Allen Burgess at Fayetteville Twp, Fayette Co, WV.1 |
Marriage* | 25 Feb 1872 | He married Aramintie Caroline Blake at Fayette Co, WV, on 25 Feb 1872. Ellie R. Burgess, age 19, single, b. Fayette Co, res. Fayette Co, par. Allen & Susanna Burgess; A. C. Blake, age 19, single, b. Fayette Co, res. Fayette Co, par. John & Melvina Blake; md by R.C. Wiseman.4,5 |
Census | Jun 1880 | Elder Rice Burgess and Aramintie Caroline Blake appeared on the census as head of household at Fayetteville Dist, Fayette Co, WV, in Jun 1880.1 |
(informant) Death | 1 Aug 1897 | Elder was informant for the death of Blanche Lee Burgess at Fayette Co, WV, on 1 Aug 1897.3,6 |
Employment* | Jun 1900 | Occupation: laborer in Jun 1900 at Fayetteville Dist, Fayette Co, WV.1 |
Census | 30 Jun 1900 | Elder Rice Burgess appeared on the census as head of household at Fayetteville Dist, Fayette Co, WV, on 30 Jun 1900.1 |
Marriage* | 14 May 1902 | He married Eugenia 'Genie' Claypool at Montgomery, Fayette Co, WV, on 14 May 1902. E.R. Burgess, age 42, widowed, b. Fayette Co, WV, res. Fayette Co, par. Allen & Susan, farmer; U.G. Mankins, age 36, widowed, b. Logan Co, WV, res. Fayette Co, par. Geo S. & Penelope Claypool; md by L.H. Suddith at Montgomery.4 |
Employment | Apr 1910 | Occupation: farmer in Apr 1910 at Ogden City, Fayette Co, WV.1 |
Census* | 23 Apr 1910 | Elder Rice Burgess and Eugenia 'Genie' Claypool appeared on the census as head of household at Ogden City, Fayette Co, WV, on 23 Apr 1910.1 |
Employment | Jan 1920 | Occupation: farmer in Jan 1920 at Ogden City, Fayette Co, WV.1 |
Census | 27 Jan 1920 | Elder Rice Burgess and Eugenia 'Genie' Claypool appeared on the census as head of household at Ogden City, Fayette Co, WV, on 27 Jan 1920.1 |
Death* | 28 Sep 1921 | Elder died on 28 Sep 1921 at Oak Hill, Fayette Co, WV. Died of nephritis.2 |
Burial* | 30 Sep 1921 | He was buried on 30 Sep 1921 at Burgess Cemetery, Oak Hill, Fayette Co, WV.2,3 |
Partners and Children
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Marriage* | 25 Feb 1872 | He married Aramintie Caroline Blake at Fayette Co, WV, on 25 Feb 1872. Ellie R. Burgess, age 19, single, b. Fayette Co, res. Fayette Co, par. Allen & Susanna Burgess; A. C. Blake, age 19, single, b. Fayette Co, res. Fayette Co, par. John & Melvina Blake; md by R.C. Wiseman.4,5 |
Children | |
Partners and Children
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Marriage* | 14 May 1902 | He married Eugenia 'Genie' Claypool at Montgomery, Fayette Co, WV, on 14 May 1902. E.R. Burgess, age 42, widowed, b. Fayette Co, WV, res. Fayette Co, par. Allen & Susan, farmer; U.G. Mankins, age 36, widowed, b. Logan Co, WV, res. Fayette Co, par. Geo S. & Penelope Claypool; md by L.H. Suddith at Montgomery.4 |
Citations
- [S205] 1790-1940 U.S. Census, Population Schedule, online at ancestry.com.
- [S2683] WV Death Certificate online at www.wvculture.org,.
- [S2687] Fayette-Raleigh Genealogical Society., Fayette County Cemetery Records, Vol. IV (Fayette-Raleigh Genealogical Society),.
- [S2712] WV Marriages Fayette Co, WV.
- [S146] Larry G. Shuck., Fayette Co. (W) Virginia Marriages 1832-1853 and 1865-1903 (Apollo, PA: Closson Press, 1995),.
- [S164] Comp Larry G. Shuck., Fayette County West Virginia Deaths Records 1866-1899 (Athens, GA: Iberian Publishing Co., 1994),.
Allen Burgess
M, #10744, b. Sep 1853, d. before 1920
Birth* | Sep 1853 | Allen was born at Fayette Co, VA, in Sep 1853.1,2 |
| | He was the son of Allen Burgess and Susannah Arthur. |
(Witness) Census | 18 Aug 1860 | Allen Burgess appeared on the census of 18 Aug 1860 in the household of Allen Burgess and Susannah Arthur at District 2, Fayette Co, VA.1 |
(Witness) Census | 30 Aug 1870 | Allen Burgess appeared on the census of 30 Aug 1870 in the household of Allen Burgess at Fayetteville Twp, Fayette Co, WV.1 |
(Witness) Census | 11 Jun 1880 | Allen Burgess appeared on the census of 11 Jun 1880 in the household of George Washington Dempsey and Mary Jane Burgess at Fayetteville Dist, Fayette Co, WV.1 |
Marriage* | 19 Sep 1886 | He married Anna C. Glover at Kanawha Co, WV, on 19 Sep 1886. Allen Burgess, age 28, b. Fayette Co, res. Fayette Co; Anna Glover, age 20, b. Mason Co, res. Kanawha Co; md by A.M. Neal.2 |
Employment* | Jun 1900 | Occupation: carpenter in Jun 1900 at Lewiston, Kanawha Co, WV.1 |
Census* | 26 Jun 1900 | Allen Burgess and Anna C. Glover appeared on the census as head of household at Lewiston, Kanawha Co, WV, on 26 Jun 1900.1 |
Employment | Apr 1910 | Occupation: carpenter in Apr 1910 at Lewiston, Kanawha Co, WV.1 |
Census | 20 Apr 1910 | Allen Burgess and Anna C. Glover appeared on the census as head of household at Lewiston, Kanawha Co, WV, on 20 Apr 1910.1 |
Death* | before 1920 | Allen died before 1920. Allen's wife Anna was listed as widowed in the 1920 census.1 |
Partners and Children
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Marriage* | 19 Sep 1886 | He married Anna C. Glover at Kanawha Co, WV, on 19 Sep 1886. Allen Burgess, age 28, b. Fayette Co, res. Fayette Co; Anna Glover, age 20, b. Mason Co, res. Kanawha Co; md by A.M. Neal.2 |
Children | - William George Burgess+ b. 12 Mar 1888, d. 27 Apr 1957
- Walter Lee Burgess+ b. 25 Apr 1890, d. 26 Jun 1983
- Ada Burgess b. 6 Apr 1892
- Mollie Burgess+ b. Jul 1894, d. 1978
- Maggie Burgess+ b. 9 Jul 1896, d. 27 Feb 1918
- Dewey M. Burgess+ b. 27 Feb 1899, d. 22 Apr 1934
- Florence Carolyn Burgess b. 17 Jan 1901, d. 28 Jan 1970
- Charles B. Burgess+ b. 23 Feb 1903, d. 8 Jul 1980
- Jesse Melton Burgess+ b. 30 Jun 1905, d. 11 Feb 1973
- Julia M. Burgess b. 30 Jun 1905, d. 1991
- Blanche E. Burgess b. 31 Mar 1909, d. 4 Sep 1989
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Citations
- [S205] 1790-1940 U.S. Census, Population Schedule, online at ancestry.com.
- [S2712] WV Marriages Kanawha Co, WV.
Nathan P. Burgess
M, #10745, b. 11 Jun 1885, d. 28 Jul 1904
Birth* | 11 Jun 1885 | Nathan was born at Fayette Co, WV, on 11 Jun 1885. |
| | He was the son of Marshall Burgess and Bridget Mahoney. |
(Witness) Census | 5 Jun 1900 | Nathan P. Burgess appeared on the census of 5 Jun 1900 in the household of Marshall Burgess and Bridget Mahoney at Fayetteville Dist, Fayette Co, WV.1 |
Death* | 28 Jul 1904 | Nathan died on 28 Jul 1904 at Fayette Co, WV, at age 19. |
Burial* | | His body was interred at Hilltop, Fayette Co, WV, at Hilltop Cemetery. |
Citations
- [S205] 1790-1940 U.S. Census, Population Schedule, online at ancestry.com.
Rosa Araminta Burgess
F, #10746, b. 31 Jan 1870, d. 1 Jan 1936
Birth* | 31 Jan 1870 | Rosa was born at Oak Hill, Fayette Co, WV, on 31 Jan 1870. 1870 census age 5/12 b. January.1 |
| | She was the daughter of Meredith "Babe" Burgess and Sarah Jane Blake. |
(Witness) Census | 13 Aug 1870 | Rosa Araminta Burgess appeared on the census of 13 Aug 1870 in the household of Meredith "Babe" Burgess and Sarah Jane Blake at Fayetteville Twp, Fayette Co, WV.2 |
(Witness) Census | Jun 1880 | Rosa Araminta Burgess appeared on the census of Jun 1880 in the household of Meredith "Babe" Burgess and Sarah Jane Blake at Fayetteville Dist, Fayette Co, WV.2 |
Marriage* | 24 Oct 1889 | She married Joseph Clark at Fayette Co, WV, on 24 Oct 1889. Joseph Clark, age 27, single, b. Fayette Co, WV, par. Gaitor & Mary; Rosa A. Burgess, age 19, single, b. Fayette Co, WV, par. Meredith & E.J.3 |
Census | 29 Jun 1900 | Rosa Araminta Burgess and Joseph Clark appeared on the census as head of household at Fayetteville Dist, Fayette Co, WV, on 29 Jun 1900.2 |
Census | 15 Apr 1910 | Rosa Araminta Burgess and Joseph Clark appeared on the census as head of household at White Oak Rd, Oak Hill, Fayette Co, WV, on 15 Apr 1910.2 |
Census* | 9 Jan 1920 | Rosa Araminta Burgess and Joseph Clark appeared on the census as head of household at Oak Hill, Fayette Co, WV, on 9 Jan 1920.2 |
Census | 14 Apr 1930 | Rosa Araminta Burgess and Joseph Clark appeared on the census as head of household at Main St, Oak Hill, Fayette Co, WV, on 14 Apr 1930.2 |
Death* | 1 Jan 1936 | Rosa died on 1 Jan 1936 at Oak Hill, Fayette Co, WV, at age 65. Died of uremia poisoning from nephritis and diabetes.1 |
Burial* | 3 Jan 1936 | Her body was interred on 3 Jan 1936 at Oak Hill, Fayette Co, WV, at Oddfellows Cem.1 |
Partners and Children
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Marriage* | 24 Oct 1889 | She married Joseph Clark at Fayette Co, WV, on 24 Oct 1889. Joseph Clark, age 27, single, b. Fayette Co, WV, par. Gaitor & Mary; Rosa A. Burgess, age 19, single, b. Fayette Co, WV, par. Meredith & E.J.3 |
Children | |
Citations
- [S2683] WV Death Certificate online at www.wvculture.org,.
- [S205] 1790-1940 U.S. Census, Population Schedule, online at ancestry.com.
- [S146] Larry G. Shuck., Fayette Co. (W) Virginia Marriages 1832-1853 and 1865-1903 (Apollo, PA: Closson Press, 1995),.
Rachel Burgess
F, #10747, b. 18 Oct 1860
Birth* | 18 Oct 1860 | Rachel was born at Raleigh Co, VA, on 18 Oct 1860.1 |
| | She was the daughter of Nathaniel Burgess and Margaret "Peggie" Phillips. |
(Witness) Census | 17 Aug 1870 | Rachel Burgess appeared on the census of 17 Aug 1870 in the household of Nathaniel Burgess and Margaret "Peggie" Phillips at Fayetteville Twp, Fayette Co, WV.2 |
(Witness) Census | 10 Jun 1880 | Rachel Burgess appeared on the census of 10 Jun 1880 in the household of Nathaniel Burgess and Margaret "Peggie" Phillips at Town Dist, Raleigh Co, WV.2 |
Citations
- [S235] Births, Civil Records "West Virginia, Births and Christenings, 1853-1928," index, FamilySearch (https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.1.1/X55B-JVB : accessed 07 Aug 2013), Nathan Burgess in entry for Rachel Burgess, 18 Oct 1860.
- [S205] 1790-1940 U.S. Census, Population Schedule, online at ancestry.com.
Joseph Wilson Burgess1
M, #10748, b. 14 Feb 1865, d. 13 Feb 1934
Birth | 1864 | Joseph was born at Fayette Co, WV, in 1864. |
Birth* | 14 Feb 1865 | Joseph was born at WV on 14 Feb 1865.2 |
| | He was the son of Nathaniel Burgess and Margaret "Peggie" Phillips. |
(Witness) Census | 17 Aug 1870 | Joseph Wilson Burgess appeared on the census of 17 Aug 1870 in the household of Nathaniel Burgess and Margaret "Peggie" Phillips at Fayetteville Twp, Fayette Co, WV.1 |
(Witness) Census | 10 Jun 1880 | Joseph Wilson Burgess appeared on the census of 10 Jun 1880 in the household of Nathaniel Burgess and Margaret "Peggie" Phillips at Town Dist, Raleigh Co, WV.1 |
(Witness) Census | 10 Jun 1880 | Joseph Wilson Burgess appeared on the census of 10 Jun 1880 in the household of Isaac H. Fisher and Mary Burgess at Clear Fork, Raleigh Co, WV.1 |
Marriage* | 4 May 1897 | He married Hessie Virginia Mitchell at Fayette Co, WV, on 4 May 1897. J. W. Burgess, age 29, single, b. Fayette Co, WV, res. Fayette Co, par. Nathan & Margaret, carpenter; Hessie V. Mitchell, age 16, single, b. Roanoke Co, VA, res. Fayette Co, par. George & Sarah; md by W.N. Bibb.3 |
Employment* | Jul 1900 | Occupation: carpenter in Jul 1900 at Hilltop, Fayette Co, WV.1 |
Census* | 3 Jul 1900 | Joseph Wilson Burgess and Hessie Virginia Mitchell appeared on the census as head of household at Hilltop, Fayette Co, WV, on 3 Jul 1900.1 |
Employment | May 1910 | Occupation: carpenter in May 1910 at Hilltop, Fayette Co, WV.1 |
Census | 5 May 1910 | Joseph Wilson Burgess and Hessie Virginia Mitchell appeared on the census as head of household at Hilltop, Fayette Co, WV, on 5 May 1910.1 |
Employment | Jan 1920 | Occupation: carpenter in Jan 1920 at Hilltop, Fayette Co, WV.1 |
Census | 18 Jan 1920 | Joseph Wilson Burgess and Hessie Virginia Mitchell appeared on the census as head of household at Hilltop, Fayette Co, WV, on 18 Jan 1920.1 |
Employment | Apr 1930 | Occupation: carpenter in Apr 1930 at Hilltop, Fayette Co, WV. House.1 |
Census | 23 Apr 1930 | Joseph Wilson Burgess and Hessie Virginia Mitchell appeared on the census as head of household at Hilltop, Fayette Co, WV, on 23 Apr 1930.1 |
Death* | 13 Feb 1934 | Joseph died on 13 Feb 1934 at Hilltop, Fayette Co, WV, at age 68.2 |
Burial* | 16 Feb 1934 | His body was interred on 16 Feb 1934 at Hilltop, Fayette Co, WV, at Hilltop Cemetery.2 |
Partners and Children
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Marriage* | 4 May 1897 | He married Hessie Virginia Mitchell at Fayette Co, WV, on 4 May 1897. J. W. Burgess, age 29, single, b. Fayette Co, WV, res. Fayette Co, par. Nathan & Margaret, carpenter; Hessie V. Mitchell, age 16, single, b. Roanoke Co, VA, res. Fayette Co, par. George & Sarah; md by W.N. Bibb.3 |
Children | |
Citations
- [S205] 1790-1940 U.S. Census, Population Schedule, online at ancestry.com.
- [S2683] WV Death Certificate online at www.wvculture.org,.
- [S2712] WV Marriages Fayette Co, WV.
- [S205] 1790-1940 U.S. Census, Population Schedule, 1900 census, online at ancestry.com.
Caroline Josephine Burgess1
F, #10749, b. circa 1851, d. 10 May 1933
Birth* | circa 1851 | Caroline was born at Fayette Co, VA, circa 1851. 1860 census age 10; 1870 census age 19.2 |
| | She was the daughter of Andrew Burgess and Elizabeth "Bettie" Blake. |
Birth2 | 12 Jun 1853 | Conflicting evidence states that Caroline was born at Oak Hill, Fayette Co, WV, on 12 Jun 1853.1 |
(Witness) Census | 25 Jun 1860 | She appeared on the census of 25 Jun 1860 in the household of Andrew Burgess at District 2, Fayette Co, VA.2 |
(Witness) Census | 23 Aug 1870 | Caroline Josephine Burgess appeared on the census of 23 Aug 1870 in the household of Andrew Burgess and Catharine Huddleston at Fayetteville Twp, Fayette Co, WV.2 |
Marriage* | 29 Dec 1874 | She married Andrew Seaton Dempsey at Fayette Co, WV, on 29 Dec 1874. Andrew S. Dempsey, age 21, single, b. Fayette Co, WV, par. Geo W & R. A; Caroline Burgess, age 21, single, b. Fayette Co, WV, par. Andrew & n/a.3 |
Census* | 29 Jun 1880 | Caroline Josephine Burgess and Andrew Seaton Dempsey appeared on the census as head of household at Fayetteville Dist, Fayette Co, WV, on 29 Jun 1880.2 |
Census | 9 Jun 1900 | Caroline Josephine Burgess and Andrew Seaton Dempsey appeared on the census as head of household at Fayetteville Dist, Fayette Co, WV, on 9 Jun 1900.2 |
Census | 22 Apr 1910 | Caroline Josephine Burgess and Andrew Seaton Dempsey appeared on the census as head of household at Third Ave, Fayetteville, Fayette Co, WV, on 22 Apr 1910.2 |
Census | 6 Jan 1920 | Caroline Josephine Burgess and Andrew Seaton Dempsey appeared on the census as head of household at Main St, Fayetteville, Fayette Co, WV, on 6 Jan 1920.2 |
Census* | 11 Apr 1930 | Caroline Josephine Burgess appeared on the census as head of household at Wiseman Ave, Fayetteville, Fayette Co, WV, on 11 Apr 1930.2 |
Death* | 10 May 1933 | Caroline died on 10 May 1933 at Fayetteville, Fayette Co, WV.1 |
Burial* | 12 May 1933 | Her body was interred on 12 May 1933 at Fayetteville, Fayette Co, WV, at Fayetteville Cem.1 |
Partners and Children
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Marriage* | 29 Dec 1874 | She married Andrew Seaton Dempsey at Fayette Co, WV, on 29 Dec 1874. Andrew S. Dempsey, age 21, single, b. Fayette Co, WV, par. Geo W & R. A; Caroline Burgess, age 21, single, b. Fayette Co, WV, par. Andrew & n/a.3 |
Children | |
Citations
- [S2683] WV Death Certificate online at www.wvculture.org,.
- [S205] 1790-1940 U.S. Census, Population Schedule, online at ancestry.com.
- [S146] Larry G. Shuck., Fayette Co. (W) Virginia Marriages 1832-1853 and 1865-1903 (Apollo, PA: Closson Press, 1995),.
- [S205] 1790-1940 U.S. Census, Population Schedule, 1900 census, online at ancestry.com.
Andrew David Burgess1
M, #10750, b. 27 Sep 1855, d. 30 Apr 1922
Birth* | 27 Sep 1855 | Andrew was born at Fayetteville, Fayette Co, VA, on 27 Sep 1855.1,2,3 |
| | He was the son of Andrew Burgess and Elizabeth "Bettie" Blake. |
(Witness) Census | 25 Jun 1860 | Andrew David Burgess appeared on the census of 25 Jun 1860 in the household of Andrew Burgess at District 2, Fayette Co, VA.4 |
(Witness) Census | 23 Aug 1870 | Andrew David Burgess appeared on the census of 23 Aug 1870 in the household of Andrew Burgess and Catharine Huddleston at Fayetteville Twp, Fayette Co, WV.4 |
Marriage* | 7 Oct 1875 | He married Frances Jeanetta "Fannie" Helvey at Fayette Co, WV, on 7 Oct 1875. Andrew Burgess Jr, age 20, single, b. Fayette, res. Fayette, par. Andrew & Betsy Burgess; J.F. Helvey, age 18, single, b. Fayette, res. Fayette, par. Baltzer & n/a Helvey; md by Martin Bibb.5 |
(Witness) Census | 30 Jun 1880 | Andrew David Burgess appeared on the census of 30 Jun 1880 in the household of Baltzer Helvey and Delilah Bibb at Fayetteville Dist, Fayette Co, WV.4 |
Employment* | Apr 1910 | Occupation: laborer in Apr 1910 at Fayetteville Dist, Fayette Co, WV. Coal mine.4 |
Census | 21 Apr 1910 | Andrew David Burgess and Frances Jeanetta "Fannie" Helvey appeared on the census as head of household at Arbuckle Road, Fayetteville Dist, Fayette Co, WV, on 21 Apr 1910.4 |
Employment | Jan 1920 | Occupation: coal company worker in Jan 1920 at Ogden City, Fayette Co, WV. Tippleman.4 |
Census* | 24 Jan 1920 | Andrew David Burgess and Frances Jeanetta "Fannie" Helvey appeared on the census as head of household at Ogden City, Fayette Co, WV, on 24 Jan 1920.4 |
Death* | 30 Apr 1922 | Andrew died on 30 Apr 1922 at Minden, Fayette Co, WV, at age 66.1,2 |
Burial* | 1 May 1922 | His body was interred on 1 May 1922 at Oak Hill, Fayette Co, WV, at Oddfellows Cem.1,2 |
Partners and Children
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Marriage* | 7 Oct 1875 | He married Frances Jeanetta "Fannie" Helvey at Fayette Co, WV, on 7 Oct 1875. Andrew Burgess Jr, age 20, single, b. Fayette, res. Fayette, par. Andrew & Betsy Burgess; J.F. Helvey, age 18, single, b. Fayette, res. Fayette, par. Baltzer & n/a Helvey; md by Martin Bibb.5 |
Children | |
Citations
- [S2683] WV Death Certificate online at www.wvculture.org,.
- [S2687] Fayette-Raleigh Genealogical Society., Fayette County Cemetery Records, Vol. IV (Fayette-Raleigh Genealogical Society),.
- [S128] James A. Burgess, Burgess, Mullins...and Allied Families, Parsons, WV, McClain Printing, 1978, p. 15.
- [S205] 1790-1940 U.S. Census, Population Schedule, online at ancestry.com.
- [S2712] WV Marriages Fayette Co, WV.
- [S237] Obituary, Fred Harmon Burgess, Beckley (WV) Raleigh Register, Tuesday, 10 June 1958.