EFFINGHAM COUNTY QUERIES


Jason & Laurie 30 Nov 1999
I am looking for information on the HORNING family or families that lived in the Effingham and Chatham County areas. I am specifically looking for a list of children of Phillip and Gracy(WEITMAN) HORNING. They were married Jun 1825 and Gracy died between 1840 and 1845. I know that they had a son named Phillip but according to the 1830 and 1840 census they had 4 sons and a daughter. I believe their daughter may have been Sophia Lucretia HORNING but I have no proof and that is what I am looking for. Phillip was also married to Deborah CARTER March 27 1845. They had 5 children according to the 1850 and 1860 census. I would appreciate any information on any HORNINGs from GA or SC. I am trying to piece together how they are all related.

Logan HendersonSep 13, 1997
I am researching the HORNING line in the Chatham Co, Effingham Co areas. My Grandmother was Jennie Horning,b 1892 in Savannah. Her parents were Joe B. and Josephine HORNING. They died in Savannah, 1899 and 1906.
Laurie Ray Mon, 22 Jun 1998
I am looking for information on the HELMEY family from Effingham Ga. I have Rebecca Anetta HELMEY was born 7 Oct 1863, she was married to Edward Holmes YATES from Charleston, SC. They were married in Savannah 14 Feb. 1884. Rebecca's parents were Charles E. HELMEY and Sophia L. HORNING. The 1870 census has them listed with 11 children.


Mary Anne Mitchem07 Aug 2002
I am interested on information on David LEE, Revolutionary Soldier, his parents, Margaret and John LEE and his wife, listed as Elizabeth.
Beverly Burton Mon Aug 25,1997
DIKES / DYKES - LEE I am looking for the children of George DIKES who received 300 acres headwright land in Effingham Co. in the early 1800s. I believe that one of his sons was Benjamin (b. 1794) who married Martha LEE. One of their duaghters, Eleanor Jane (b. 1824) married Zachariah GEIGER.
Ann Davis Wed Nov 13 11:53:57 1996
Looking for descendants of Cynthia RICHARDSON and James A. LEE of Effingham Co. (marr. 1-12-1833) Names of heirs in James A. LEE on Deed Bk Z, p. 159 are: Thomas B., NESBIT C.A., James C., Lillian (?) Ann DUGGER (nee LEE), and Sanderson C. LEE. Land owned may have been part in Screven, part in Effingham.
Martine COX Wed Jun 11 16:17:01 1997
Researching lineage of Franklin K. COX & wife Joseph Ann Elizabeth LEE. They were lining in this County on 1850 census with one son. Franklin was born in SC and LEE was born in Savannah, GA. They moved to Alachua Co., FL after 1850. Who were his parents?
MARY Mon, 08 Jun 1998
Need information on TAYLOR,LEE,JOHNSON, of EFFINGHAM, GA. I would like very much like to find information on ELIZABETH Chapel, a church in Alma, Ware Co., Ga.












Gail Moran 25 Jun 2000
Rev. Edward CAFFERTY lived in Effingham County about 1850-1880. He was a Roman Catholic Priest mentioned in regard to several area marriages he performed. Does anyone have any information on which parish this priest may have been stationed in,or any information on his life, and a possible death date for him? I would certainly appreciate hearing from anyone who may know of the RC Diocese that I may write to for information. I believe this priest may have been a member of my CAFFERTY family from Co Leitrim, Ireland.Thank You.
Gary Kendrick Tue Aug 26 1997
I am seeking any information about George Washington HALL. He was born on July 5, 1853 and died January 9, 1928. His wife was Margaret Smith HALL. She was born April 23, 1853 and died March 7, 1937. George is buried in Turkey Branch Cemetery outside of Egypt, Georgia. George and Margaret were married on June 3, 1875 in Chatham County. They were married by Reverend Edward V. CAFFERTY. George's parents were named Elijah and Casandra. They were both born in Georgia. Any help is greatly appreciated.

Barbara Hunt Gothie Fri, 1 Jan 1999
Looking for ascendants of Jeremiah Jasper USHER, notably his father William USHER and Liza COCKRAN(COUGHRAN). J.J. USHER lived in Effingham Co. after 1865 and his descendants are well documented in the Salzburger books. I need his folks, who apparently died in Screven Co.
1 Jan 2001 Looking for the family members in the 1850 US Census of Effingham County listed as: COCHRAN page 357 B,Usher page 356 B, and SHEARHOUSE 357B. My ancestor Jeremiah Jasper USHER was supposed to have been raised by a Shearhouse family after the death of his parents, William USHER and Liza COCHRAN.
Sandra Coughran 26 Jun 1999
I am trying to locate the family of JOSEPH COUGHRAN who was granted land in 1796 in Effingham. He may have a son named John who was married to Elizabeth, but I do not have dates. I am researching the COUGHRAN family. Any information will be appreciated.
Jim Foster Sun Aug 24 22:38:13 1997
I am curently researching the surnames of USHER and COUGHRAN (cockran), in Screven and Effingham Counties. I am particularly interested in any information that someone may have concerning the origin of these families prior to their coming to the Screven & Effingham Counties area. I would greatly appreciate any information anyone has concerning these surnames. Thanks in advance.
Jim Foster Wed Aug 13 20:44:22 1997
I am researching the USHER, COUGHRAN (COCHRAN), and LONG, families of Effingham and Screven Counties. The USHER and COUGHRAN families were initially in the area in the late 1700's. I am particularly interested in any information someone may have in regards to Abel USHER, born before 1795 and William Usher, son of Abel and any of their descendants. (I have some information on these men that I will gladly share with anyone.) I am also interested on any information that anyone has related to Joseph COUGHRAN same era. My greatest need is to determine the ancestors of these men or their popint of origin from which they came to the area.

Jean Casper15 Oct 2003
Researching family of John DAVIS and his wife Elizabeth who both died in Effingham County in 1793.
Debbie Rotstein13 Jan 2002
I am looking for any information about parents or siblings of Jesse DAVIS born 1799-1800 in South Carolina. He married Margaret METZGER in Effingham County on Jan. 28, 1828. They had a family and farm in Effingham. They moved to Alachua County, Florida about Sept.-December 1850. My theory is that Jesse is from across the Savannah River. Jesse had a lot of business dealings in Effingham County and is listed in the courthouse several times but nothing that gives me a clue to his parents or siblings. Jesse died in Alachua County Feb. 13, 1857
Mary Davis6 Jan 2002
Looking for descendants of John and Elizabeth DAVIS who died in 1793. Children that are believed to have stayed in Effinghma County are Elizabeth (O'STEEN), John Jr., Joseph, James, William and Nancy Ann DAVIS. These children were born from 1758-1771 in North Carolina.
Arrants27 Aug 2001
Looking for information on Lucretia Jane Rebecca HODGES (1848-1924); her husband John W. DAVIS, born in Kentucky or Ireland; and their son, George William DAVIS (1878-1940), who at some time in his life lived in Florida. Lucretia is reportedly buried in Turkey Branch Methodist Cemetery, but tradition says she was Catholic. John reportedly attended Guyton Christian Church. I'm inquiring for someone who contacted Guyton Christian Church seeking information about their family.
Henry A. Mock04 Jul 2001
Looking for information on Lela MOCK DAVIS, wife of Albert S. Davis. It is believed that they were living in Effingham County in the the early 1950's. Trying to find out her burial location and any other information regarding her and her family. She was the daughter of Wells Jacob MOCK and Rhody ROBBINS MOCK of Screven County, GA.
Virginia White16 May 2001
My son's great grandmotherwas LYLIAN(spelled this way) DAVIS CUBBEDGE. Her daughter was MARY LYLIAN CUBBEDGE RAMSEY. Her father was GEORGE SPEIR CUBBEDGE ( b. 1878) and her mother was LYLIAN ANGUS DAVIS ( born abt.1874).
Janis Bunten Sat Aug 23 19:33:23 1997
I am looking for John DAVIS, Sr., born 1761? in NC and died December 5, 1793 in Effingham county. His parents were Christopher and Mary DAVIS, presumably from NC. John DAVIS, Sr. married Elizabeth ___?, who also died in 1793 in Effingham county. Their oldest daughter, Elizabeth, married William O'STEEN in NC. He was born in 1740 in NC and died about 1832 in Ga. They had seven other kids.
Bert Boutwell Sun Aug 3 11:20:19 1997
I am looking for any information on the following individuals that were married in Effingham County: William BOUTWELL m. Rebecca DUGGER 04-14-1844 William BOUTWELL m. Sabrine DAVIS 07-22-1840 William BOUTWELL m. Clara DAVIS 11-28-1839 Any information will be appreciated. Bert Boutwell















Judy Mason8 Jan 2002
Can anyone idenify either of the following two Effingham County Marriages, taken from the Probate records? 1. WOLFE, Joseph to Florie E. BRANNEN Application :24 March 1899 Marriage dated: March 26, 1899 2. WOLFE, Julia E.-James C. BELGER Application :30 Nov. 1915 Marriage dated: Dec. 5, 1915
C. Pohl Thu Aug 14 06:11:14 1997
I am looking for information regarding the Robert DONALDSON and Thomas BRANNEN families. They were given land as part of Revolutionary War Settlements.


Jim Foster Aug 13, 1997
I am researching the USHER, COUGHRAN (Cochran), and LONG, families of Effingham and Screven Counties. The USHER and Coughran families were initially in the area in the late 1700's. I am particularly interested in any information someone may have in regards to Abel USHER, born before 1795 and William Usher, son of Abel and any of their descendants. (I have some information on these men that I will gladly share with anyone.) I am also interested on any information that anyone has related to Joseph COUGHRAN same era. My greatest need is to determine the ancestors of these men or their popint of origin from which they came to the area.


Brian Scott 27 Jul 2004
Looking for any information on Charlie Mattison MCCLELLAN. According to my records, he died in Guyton in February 1969. Family lore states that at his death, he was so large, that a special casket had to be made for him. His wife's name was Pearl KENNEDY.
Margie Hendrix Barden24 Apr 2000
Seek Info on Effingham County Families: John and Selete DUNCAN, GRAHAM, William and Benjamin PORTER, Hugh and William KENNEDY, Mary and Martha PHILLIPS, Johann Adam TREUTLEN, GEIGER .
Ronald Jaudon Berry Wed Aug 13 07:01:15 1997
Stuck at gggggrandfather James O. BERRY, who according to Ga. Salzburgerscame to Ebenezer in 1760 from N.C. with 4 children. Need dob,dod, places, etc. James descendents: John Bery, b 1757, marr. 1790 Mary (REISER) HOFFMAN--son, John Banajah BERRY, mar. Mary METZER, then Ann KENNEDY and their son was George Washington BERRY, who married Anza E. JAUDON, and their son, b 8/14/1880 Roy JAUDON BERRY was my grandfather.

John Young Sat Aug 23 06:10:33 1997
Looking for informaton about Clyo, Ga., My g-grand parents were born there during the 1840s. I am trying to collect background information on the area.

Jack Lovett Fri Aug 22 08:46:57 1997
I am looking for information on the birth place and date; death place and date; wife; and parents of David LOVETT. He appears in the 1830 census in the 80/90 age range for Thomas County, GA. His son Aaron LOVETT was born 20 April 1793 in Effingham County, GA and died in 1862 in Decatur County GA.

Meredith Zeigler 23 Mar 2001
I don't know anything about my fathers side. He died quite a while ago and never spoke about his family. My g-grandfather was Alonza H. Zeigler who lived and died in Oliver, GA. He was a prominent school teacher and was a direct descendant of the Georgia Salzburgers who came over in 1734 or 1736. I found that out last week when I came across his obituary. Alonza's father was John Zeigler. I don't know his middle name or his wife's name. Alonza had a brother, first initial was H. Zeigler. I'm guessing they were very private people for I have no pictures or any memoribilia. I would appreciate any information.
Lisa E. BrownAug 9 1997
Seeking information on John Hinely II, born in 1762 in Ebenezer, GA, and his wife Ann Margaret Ziegler. (Do not know who his parents were.) I understand they were descendants of the Heinles who were Salzburgers. Also seeking information on various May families in the Effingham County area.


Earl Groover, Jr.11 Oct 2003
Seek info on JOHN GRUBER (GROOVER)B.1739 D.1780 or his Father PETER GRUBER B.1697 D.1740 or any history concerning the SALZBURGERS As I am attempting to develop, preserve and share our family history with 9th & 10th generation Groover's.
George & Nancy Collins 28 Oct 1999
Looking for anyone who has information on Starling PARKER, his parents, siblings, etc., m. Martha Patsy GROOVER, GRUBER.
Page Nichols Nickell Thu Aug 7 20:52:54 1997
I descend from William GROOVER, Sr. and wife Sarah. They had children: Charles A. GROOVER, John GROOVER, Edward, GROOVER, Harriet GROOVER, William GROOVER, Hester GROOVER, and Sarah GROOVER. I have been told that my GROOVERS descend from the Salzberger GROOVERS/Grubers (Peter) of Effingham County but I cannot find the connection. Any help would be greatly appreciated. I do know that Charles A. Groover married Mary Ann Rushing in Bulloch County, Georgia.
Nell Wintersteen Sun Apr 6 17:17:29 1997
Looking for information on early John George GRUBER of Augsburg Germany and also George EDWARDS who married Amelia MINGLEDORFF abt 1900. The GRUBERS may have been in Bethany and/or Ebenezer. If this is your line(s)


D M Crawford Thu Aug 7 06:35:54 1997
CRAWFORD, Gideon -- in Effingham County, Georgia, from 1795 - 1813, McIntosh County, Georgia ca. 1820, Lowndes Co., Georgia, ca. 1830, Ware (later split into Pierce and Brantley) County, Georgia, in 1840 and after. Arrested in Lowndes County for "riot, revolt, and tumult". Married to Sarah BURGESS by about 1825; she died ca. 1843. Need to know details of his stay in each location, and the family of his wife, Sarah.


Julia10 Oct 2003
Seeking info on Starling PARKER, married 1st. Hannah ? Are there records of old Ebenezer where Salzburgers lived?
Bill and Linda Fonferek3/19/2000
My wifes gggrandfather was Jeremiah Cuyler PARKER born abt 1805 in Liberty Co. His name was very unusual so when I checked some sources found that there was a Jeremiah CUYLER in Effingham County son of Telamon CUYLER. I am trying to see in our families are connected by marriage or he was named for the famous lawyer and judge. Any help would be appreciated.
George & Nancy Collins07 Jan 2000
Starling PARKER mb. 1793 in Effingham Co. m. 1st. Stephenie POPPELL in Georgia. He died in Madison County, Florida, November 17, 1853. Would like to find his parents, sibs, etc.
George & Nancy Collins 28 Oct 1999
Looking for anyone who has information on Starling PARKER, his parents, siblings, etc., m. Martha Patsy GROOVER, GRUBER.
Lisa D. Cooper Tue Aug 5 19:42:37 1997
DAUGHTRY, DAVE a slave born around 1787 in Bulloch County, Georgia. Previous slave name: Dave PARKER. Used as a breeder; fathered seventeen sons and several daughters. Died 1922. FRANCES and REPPARD DAUGHTRY were two of his younger children. Any information about Dave and/or DAUGHTRY/PARKER slaveholding families appreciated.

Lynda Farley Sat Aug 2 11:24:32 1997
Looking for any information on surname DAVIES in Richmond Co.and any other counties,GA


Bert Boutwell Sun Aug 3 11:20:19 1997
I am looking for any information on the following individuals that were married in Effingham County: William BOUTWELL m. Rebecca DUGGER 04-14-1844 William BOUTWELL m. Sabrine DAVIS 07-22-1840 William BOUTWELL m. Clara DAVIS 11-28-1839 Any information will be appreciated. Bert Boutwell
Ann Davis Wed Nov 13 11:53:57 1996<
Looking for descendants of Cynthia Richardson and James A. Lee of Effingham Co. (marr. 1-12-1833) Names of heirs in James A. Lee om Deed Bk Z, p. 159 are: Thomas B., Nesbit C.A., James C., Lillian (?) Ann DUGGER (nee Lee), and Sanderson C. Lee. Land owned may have been part in Screven, part in Effingham.
Jim Dugger Mar. 16, 1998
Looking for DUGGER surnames in GA. Most of the family comes from Effingham Co. I have information to share.


Ann R. DavisDate: Thu, 5 Jun 1997 06:21:39 -0400 (EDT)> I would like to find any descendants of Daisy P. Hinely Cole(b. 3-13-1898, d. 10-31-1944) who married Cyril D. COLE, and Lila M. Hinely, b. 1880 (don't know who or if she married) both these ladies were daughters of Marian Tallulah Staley and James Valentine Hinely (of Effingham Co.) My interest is because Tallulah was the daughter of Jane RICHARDSON and John A. Staley.

galen chambers Tue Jul 8 15:39:35 1997
Seeking any info on Christian COPE, husband of Rosannah DASHER. 1828 left minor heirs John W. Cope and Maria Ann Cope. Nov. 8, l828: Rosannah COPE married Joseph HELVENSTINE.
Jim Roberts Jan 11, 1997 Will appreciate getting in touch with anyone doing research on: the FLETCHER family-the oldest was William FLETCHER-a Rev. War Soldier who probably arrived there about 1785. His wife's name was Elizabeth MCINTOSH, the daughter of Joseph MCINTOSH and Mary PERRYMAN Also, the John Martin DASHER family, He was a Swiss national who arrived prior to 1735. He married Urusala SCHWEIGHAFER. I will be happy to aid any one on their research in the area that I live in 1148 Troon Drive West, Niceville, Fl. 32578.


Beverly Burton Fri Jul 11 13:56:18 1997
I am interested in the GEIGER and MARTIN families who were pioneers of Bryan Co. GA. Jesse GEIGER (b. 1793) married Tabitha MARTIN (b. 1793) in Savannah in 1813. I have much info on his family that I can share. I am looking for info on her family. Her parents were James (b. 1756) and Mary (b. 1764). I don't know anything more about them.


Dorothy Miller Tue Jul 1 17:00:21 1997
I am trying to locate parents or relatives of ABRAHAM HARROLL GEIGER m AVEY LEE IN3/5/1857,so he may have been married before.He was born about 1801 in Bullock Co, Ga, I have found other Geiger's in this area but not a Abraham Harroll, his children were JOHN CORNELIOUS GEIGER,ANSON BUTLER GEIGER,GEORGIA ANNIE GEIGER TAYLOR,ABRAHAM PORTER GEIGER,AUGUSTUS HARROLL GEIGER,THOMAS JACKSON GEIGER(MY GGRANDFATHER)andURIAH CRANCIE GEIGER.It seem he bought land in Hamilton Fla,but I think he came from this area.


Kathy Foskey31 Jul 2003
Do you have anything on a Jasper COX and family around 1790?
Martine COX Jun 11 1997
Researching lineage of Franklin K. COX & wife Joseph Ann Elizabeth LEE. They were lining in this County on 1850 census with one son. Franklin was born in SC and LEE was born in Savannah, GA. They moved to Alachua Co., FL after 1850. Who were his parents? Any help would be appreciated.
Katherine Cox Thacker 1 May 1999
Seeking info on the family of Eli COX, wife unknown, who died before 6 Mar 1836, the date son, Franklin K. COX, was appointed a guardian, Jesse DAVIS, in Effingham County, GA. Census records and a letter indicate Eli and sons, Franklin and Richard Asa COX, were born in SC and may have once lived in a town named Brett (anyone know where this town is?) Franklin married Joseph Ann Elizabeth LEE of Sylvania, GA and is found on 1850 census of Effingham Co. The family moved to FL about 1852. Will gladly share my COX records with those interested.


Richard Hinely Searching for John I. HINELY. I think he was killed at Kennesaw Mtn (Civil War) meaning there will be no death info in the Eff Co Rcds. There is a book being updated "Ga Salzburgers and Related Families" that shows early HINELY (HEINLE) info but not my HINELY. His children are listed in various Eff Co Rcds but little on him (John Israel? HINELY). The 1830 census mentions Israel, John, and Solomon. However, John was the name of the orginal Salzburger (Johann HEINLE, 1750 came to Ebenezer in what is now Eff Co) and many HINELYS are named John, so MY John I. HINELY could be the "John" or the "Israel" or even an unlisted Hinely since the records were not very accurate. I know all the data from 1865 on and can peice together the early 1750-80 or so, but need clarification and support evidence.

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