Exploring African American History in Louisiana Florida Parishes.

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My Grandson Carter Teaching His Grandmother Social Media Technology

Carter making short films
Photo Credit: Antoinette Harrell

You are never too old to learn from anyone or anything. We can learn a lot about technology from our youth.  My grandson Carter has offered his services to manage my TikTok social media account. Carter has a passion for videoing and editing. He use his iPhone for most of his editing. Our time together is one of the things I cherish the most. All of the children are a great source of information. In particular Carter and Connor, they teach me so much about modern technology and how to use some apps. Both of them are eager to teach me something new about technology. It makes them feel good to know that their grandmother are their student.  

The most wonderful thing is we are learning together. Together we are bonding, learning, and exploring together. Of course, I had to give him the position as my manager in training.  I'm excited to see how well he does and what he can do. As I mentioned earlier in this blog, it is never to late and no one is too old or too young to learn. 

Bernard Speaks Out for the First Time About Researching With His Mother Antoinette Harrell

Bernard documentary interview
Photo Credit: Antoinette Harrell

When Bernard was a very young child, he traveled with his mother to conduct genealogy and peonage research. They visited numerous courthouses and state archives around the United States.  Visiting museum and other historical sites were also included in their tour. At the time, "I was unaware of the importance of genealogy and peonage research,  I understand now" said Bernard. 

As part of the his interview for a documentary about his mother genealogy and peonage research, he described how much he learned from his mother, and how much he appreciate the lessons his mother taught him about family history and peonage. He   want to become involved to assist her. 

My mother used everything to teach a lesson, that's just the way she is. "Everything is a teaching moment and that is how it is in our family with her. I know that one day my mother will not be here, so I need to spend more time learning new things that she can share with me.  

Bernard traveled twenty-seven states with his mother researching. On their off time of research, he visited theme parks, local eateries, and other places for kids. His most memorable experience was going to Michael Jordan's restaurant and purchasing his first Michael Jordan basketball jersey. He was very enthusiastic about taking his African Ancestry DNA test on the Atlantic Ocean.  There are so many beautiful memories he have of his travels with his mother. 

Herbert Willie Vining

Herbert Willie Vining
Source: Ancestry

Herbert was born on March 5, 1903 in Montpelier, St. Helena Parish, Louisiana to Butman and Eva Vining. . He farmer by occupation and worked on his own account. Herbert was married to  Easter Vining. His sibling were: Ivy, Hosy, Christina, Florence, Francis, Frankie  and Hazel Vining. According to the 1930 United States Federal Census. 

Frank Vining U.S. World War II Draft Card

Frank Vining 
Source: Ancestry 

Frank Vining was born on December 22, 1908 in St. Helena Parish to Butman and Eva Vining. His siblings were: Herbert, Christina, Francis, Hilda, and Creola Vining. There could possibly be more, I documented the names that were listed in the 1920 United States Census.  He was employed by Dave Strong in Amite, Louisiana. Frank died on May 5, 1994. Frank was a labored and he lived in Vernon's Quarters in Amite, Louisiana. According to the 1940 United States Federal Census the highest grade he  completed was 2nd grade. Frank's last residence was in Pontiac, Michigan. 

Cefalu and Company the Manufacturers of Macaroni and Spaghetti in Amite, Louisiana

Cefalu and Company 
Source: The Amite Genealogy Department

Each day I discover something new. This was the first time I heard that of Cefalu and Company of Amite, Louisiana manufacturing macaroni and spaghetti. My online search for information about the Cefalu Company was unsuccessful.  The receipt shows that B. Stern had an account with Celfau and Company.  I was happy to find this receipt in the B. Stern volume of books day May 8, 1917.  The shipping point was Gullett, Louisiana. 

C J. Johnson Blacksmith and Wheelwright in Amite, Louisiana

Source: Amite Genealogy Library
Photo Credit: Antoinette Harrell

Little or no information are available about the local blacksmith and wheelwright. Horseshoeing was his specialty. Every town had a blacksmith. While browsing through the volume of books from B. Stern Co., I stumbled across this receipt dated May 1, 1917.  On April 7, B. Stern Co. was indebted to C. J. Johnson Blacksmith and Wheelwright.

He charge the company fourteen dollars and fifteen cent for his labor and materials. He shoes one mules for fifty cent, three shoes on another mules for one dollar and fifty cent.  Mules was very important for farmers before tractors came were made. They depended on their mules for their livelihood and to put food on their tables. 

The mule that my grandfather Jasper had was named Frank. He was reddish in color and was known to be stubborn at times. Well, after all, the is the nature of a mule. I know my grandfather had to get Frank shoed as sometime or another. All the older people who knew of the blacksmiths in the community have long passed away.  

Native American Arrowheads Will Be Donated to the Amistad Research Center

Courtesy of Edwin Temple
Photo Credit: Dr. Antoinette Harrell

Dr. Antoinette Harrell, a local historian and genealogist in Tangipahoa Parish, Louisiana have been working tirelessly to document the untold histories of African Americans in the Louisiana Florida Parishes.  The preservation of photographs, church programs, and other documents of African American people are an integral parts of her preservations goals. While working in the field on his paternal grandfather Charles Temple, he found the arrowheads.

The arrowheads were used as flint to start a fire and also used to hunt wild game. "All arrowheads aren't made out of flint," said Temple.  Temple struck them hard enough to see the sparkle. He smelled the smoke coming from the flint. He found them as different time while plowing the field on the Charles Temple homestead. He held on to them over forty years. Now, it's time to preserve them for preservation. 

When Edwin Temple consulted with Harrell regarding his discovery of Indian Arrowhead, it is believed  the Indian Arrowhead are from the Choctaw Native Americans who resided in Tangipahoa Parish and surrounding area.  The prehistoric finding is very important to Temple. He felt that he was actually holding a piece of history in his hand.  Temple wanted to make sure that the findings was preserved for research. Following the consultation with Harrell, Temple decided to donate the collection of five Arrowheads to the Amistad Research Center in New Orleans, LA for preservation.  Harrell hopes that other individuals in Louisiana Florida Parishes, will contact her to inquire about preserving their collections of photographs, documents, and other items. 

Courtesy of Edwin Temple
Photo Credit: Dr. Antoinette Harrell

Mt. Olive Baptist Church in Sunny Hill, Louisiana

Among Patsy Zanders Johnson collection of African American funeral programs, there were some church programs. One of the programs were the 3rd Annual Usher Anniversary dated December 9, 1973.  Dr. Willard Vernon was the pastor of the church in Sunny Hill, La. 

Sunny Hill is a small community in Washington Parish. On the back of the programs was the name of Usher Roll.  The following names were listed: James Brumfield, Mable Brumfield, Ardeane Brumfield, Vernie Brumfield, Marie Brumfield, Dock Butler, Arthur Barnes, Darllie D. Barnes, Edward E. Brumfield, George Brumfield, Minnie Dunn, Wallace Clark, Johanna James, Oscar James, Romance James, Kathy Henry, Mercy D. Williams, Lola Ramsey, Verse Vernon, Juanita Ricks, Pauline Williams, Millie Tate, Inez Silby, T.C. Wilson, Ellis Watson, Mae Dell Lewis, Jessie Crawford. 

Source; Patsy Zanders Johnson Collection

Oliver and Helen Williams Wheeler

Oliver and Helen Williams Wheeler

 

Oliver and married on June 15, 1947 in Tangipahoa Parish, Louisiana.  Oliver was born  in 1922  to John and Leatha Washington Wheeler. He died in 2012 in Tangipahoa Parish, Louisiana.  His siblings were: Fred, Johnie,  Lucille, Cora, Theodore, Henry, Doretha and Jospeh Wheeler.  Oliver worked as a farm hand on general farms. He enlisted in the military in 1943.

 

Helen was born in 1928 to Charley and Doretha Ricks Williams.  She died on December 27, 1993, and she is buried in Big Zion Cemetery in Roseland, Louisiana.  Her siblings were listed as: Percy, Leo, Curtis, Robert, Joseph, Vernell, and Roy Williams. 

Horace and Helen Daniels Perry of Amite, Louisiana

                   

 

Horace Perry, Sr.  and Helen Daniels were married on August 25, 1948.  Seated from left to right: Lethaniel Stevenson, Jr., Mrs. Helen D. Perry, and Kevin Carter. Standing: Horace Perry, Sr., an Ms. Connie Sue Perry.

Esaw Daniels of Amite, Louisiana (1908-1961)

Esaw was born in 1908 in Tangipahoa Parish, Louisiana to Joseph and Ida Lawson Daniels According to the 1910 United States Federal Census, he was living in the house with his parents and siblings. His siblings listed on the census were: Deveda, Katies, Roscoe, Ruby and Melinda Daniels. Esaw died on March 4, 1961 and is buried in Butler Cemetery in Amite, Louisiana. 

Listed in the 1940 United States census were his other siblings: Eddie, Emma, David, Ida, and South Daniels. They were living in Reeds Quarters in Amite, Louisiana. he completed the 6th grade and was a laborer. 

In Loving Memory of Mrs. Loyola "Lola" Melba Ramsey

On October 9, 2008, the sweet angel of mercy carried away the spirit of our beloved Loyola "Lola" Brumfield Ramsey. She left this temporal world and began her journey to her everlasting home in heaven. She was born on November 3, 1927 to the late Obie and Beulah Brumfield. She confessed her love for Christ at an early age and joined Mt. Olive Baptist Church. She served in many capacities in the church, including the Usher board, Missionary Board, and on the kitchen committee. She and her husband were among the first African Americans in Washington Parish to own and operate a dry cleaning business, cafe, and gas station. As part of her active community service, she assisted in transporting college students to catch the community bus to attend Southeastern Louisiana University.

Lola was united in holy matrimony to the late Charles Herbert Ramsey on June 18, 1943. To their union six children were born. She leave to cherish her memories tow sons, Charles Ramsey, Jr. of Mt. Hermon, Louisiana and Girard (Debra) Ramsey of Franklinton, Louisiana; and three daughters, Brenda Brumfield of Mt. Hermon, Louisiana, Francis (Albert) Magee of Franklinton, Louisiana. and Hilda (Kenneth) Martin of Bogalusa, Louisiana; two sisters Joe Lee Fox of Mt. Hermon, Louisiana, and Erma N. Hill of Kansas City, Missouri; four brothers, Kermit (Alene) Brumfield to Mt. Hermon, Louisiana, Otis (late Dorothy) Brumfield of Tulsa, Oklahoma, Ocie (Ora) Brumfield of Baton Rouge, Louisiana and L. M. James of Mt. Hermon, Louisiana and a beloved sister-in-law, and prayer partner, Ora Dee Brumfield  of Mt. Hermon, Louisiana. Lola legacy of love continues through her 14 grandchildren and 26 great grandchildren, as well as a host of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. 

Reprint from Patsy Zanders Johnson African American Funeral Program Collection

Bernard Temple First Youth in Louisiana to Take the African Ancestry DNA Test

Bernard mailing his African Ancestry Test
Photo Credit:Antoinette Harrell

Bernard was the first youth in Louisiana who took an African Ancestry DNA test to determine his African heritage. He grew up traveling with his mother Antoinette Harrell, who is a well known genealogist and historian. The two of them would often visit libraries, museums, and historical sites together. Oftentimes traveling to different states to research their family history. There was no alternative for Bernard but to learn about his paternal and maternal family history.

Bernard's mother wanted to make Bernard's experience one that he would never forget. She decided to take him to the Atlantic Ocean. As they stood on the on the shores of the beautiful ocean in Virginia, looking beyond what the eyes could see.

Their imaginations travelled together to explore the homeland, history, culture,  and the arts, of their ancestors. Their conversation focused on African travels and history. Their thoughts roamed deeply into the lives of  their ancestors  who endure voyages that  sailed with human cargo for the shores of West Africa. His mother wanted him to be able to identify with his African heritage. "I'm giving my son one of the best gift  parents can give a child, knowledge of self said his mother." The gifts of gifts that will last for generations, " said his mother confidently.

Patsy Z. Johnson African American Funeral Program Collection Soon Will Be Digitized at EBPL Genealogy and Special Collections

Last month Johnson was reading a news article about the preservation of African American funeral programs in the Louisiana Florida Parishes. According to the article, Dr. Antoinette Harrell, a genealogist and local historian formed   a partnership   with Richardson Funeral Home, Inc. Amite, to preserved the the historical records. 

Last year Dr. Harrell  and Richardson Funeral Home, Inc. Amite,  established a collection at the Center for Louisiana Southeast Studies Department in Hammond, Louisiana.

Johnson contacted Harrell to talk with her about her collection. Harrell invited Johnson to her home office to look at the collection and to advise Johnson what to do to preserve the collection. After hearing what Harrell had to say, Johnson was committed to preserving tis collection for future generations in her family and family historian, genealogist and researchers.  

Funeral programs serve as a memorial for the dearly departed. In the programs, information about the deceased can be found. Such as their date of birth and the death date, the names of their parents and siblings, children, and other family members. If a woman was married, there is a strong possibility that you will find her maiden name in the program, Genealogist and historian find treasures in these programs and they value such documents.

Following the completion of Dr. Harrell's database for the Patsy Zander Johnson funeral program collection,  she confirmed that it contains one hundred and sixty programs.  Harrell's database comprised of the following: surname, given name, year of birth, date of birth, place of burial and location of burial.   

A number of the programs are from the funerals of the deceased who resided in St. Tammany, Tangipahoa, Washington Louisiana Florida Parishes. A few of the programs were from Tylertown, Progress, and Osyks, Mississippi. Some of Tyltertown, Mississippi is a part of this collection.  The collection consist of a large number of Brumfield's and Briggs families. 

Dr. Harrell the curators for Richardson Funeral Home, Inc. Amite Funeral Programs, is promoting community awareness of the importance of preserving these rich historical collections.  Among the noted burial grounds are: Union Chapel AME Church Cemetery, Kentwood, Louisiana.  Mt. Olive Baptist Church Cemetery, Mt. Hermon, Louisiana,  Shady Grove Cemetery, Progress, Mississippi,  Crystal Springs Cemetery, Rocky Hill, Tylertown, Mississippi, Butler AME Cemetery, Amite, Louisiana,  Big Zion Cemetery,  Roseland, Louisiana, and Rocky Hill Cemetery in St. Helena Parish. 

The collection has been organized and compiled and is ready to be submitted to the East Baton Rouge Public Library Genealogy and Special Collections for digitization. All funeral programs are accessible to the public on the EBPL  Genealogy and Special Collections website. 

Links

The Center for Southeast Louisiana Studies

http://www.southeastern.edu/acad_research/programs/csls/historical_collections/archival_collections/r_s/richardson_funeral_home/index.html

East Baton Rouge Public Library

https://ebrpl.libguides.com/c.php?g=44597&p=284123

Deputy Ed Toefield Jr, and Deputy R.A. Kent Memorial Highways

Photos Courtesy: Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff's Office Facebook Page

On November 12, 2021, a large crowd of Tangipahoa Parish Elected officials and family and friends of Deputies Ed Toefield, Jr., and Richard A. Kent III was honored as portions of Highway 51 in Amite and Highway 38 in Kentwood was dedicated in their memories. Former Sheriff Ed Layrisson gave a beautiful insight on the lives of Deputy Toefield and Deputy Kent. Members of both of their families spoke. Parish President Robbie Miller and Sheriff Daniel Edward spoke at this memorial event. 

The Life of Edward Dyson of Tangipahoa, Louisiana

Edward Dyson

Edward Dyson was born to Eloise Bringgs and Climmie Dyson on March 19, 1943 he was born and raised in Sunny Hill, LA and was a life-long resident of the Village of Tangipahoa. He married Sarah Myers and to that union reared three ambitious daughters and one devoted son. He was the first African American Chief of Police in Tangipahoa Parish and served with justice and truth for 20 years and honor. Ed serviced the Tangipahoa Parish School as a bus driver for the last 12 years of his employment. He was a member of the John T. Hilton Masonic Lodge # 44. He was baptized by Rev. Haywood Andrews and reverenced the Lord in his everyday walk in life and in some of this most infamous words. "Even and animal on the street is due a hello." He was preceded in death by his father Climmie Dyson.

His memories will be cherished by his mother, Eloise Dyson and his beloved wife, Sarah. Three daughters and a son. Margaret(Steven) of Kentwood, LA; Carla, Rhonda (Gregory), Michael Dyson (Vanessa) of Tangipahoa, LA. Nine grandchildren> Steven, LaToia, Brandon, Kevin, Jasmine, Michael, Alexis, Malik, and Adrien. Three Brothers, Woodrow (Merle). Nathan (Mary) of Indianapolis, Indiana; Joseph, and one sister, Betty both of Tangipahoa. Louisiana. Nine brothers-in-law, Teal Jr., Dallas (Nola), Eddie (Jacqueline), Alfred (Mildred). Willie Ray, Walter, Marvin, Archie, and Aaron Myers all of Tangipahoa, Louisiana; four sisters-in-laws, Lena Mae and Doretha of Tangipahoa, Louisiana, Mary of Hammond, Louisiana and Gloria of New Orleans. Special family friends, Richard Banks, Amber Allen, Mary Theresa Lewis, Abbey Gallien, Makitta Darbonne, Geil Jacobs and a host of family, friends, nieces, and nephews. 

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Handy Burton of Tangipahoa Parish, Louisiana

Handy died on May 6, 1984 in Kenner, Louisiana. His services were held at Community Chapel Methodist Church in Fluker, Louisiana. He was married to Carrie Boykin Burton. . His parents were Green and Elcy Taylor Holden. Handy and Carrie were the parents of: Lula Mae, Charles, Helen, Margaret Alice, Charles W, Eural, Lorena, Lela, Henry Lee, and Douglas.  They had a total of 15 children. All are not listed here. 

Handy Burton Military Draft Card
Courtesy of Ancestry

Corrine Burton Holloway (1905-1995)

  

Corrine Burton 

Courtesy of blackwaltersr 

Ancestry

Corrine was the daughter of Tom and Martha Thomas Burton. Her birthplace was Liverpool, Louisiana.  She married John Holloway. According to the 1940 United States Census they ware the parents of: Oscar, Pearlie, Lizzie, Harriet  Holloway. I found on the 1930 United States census she also had a daughter named Emma. In 1930,  she and her family was living in McComb, Mississippi.  She died in 1995 an was buried in Venable Chapel Cemetery in Liverpool, Louisiana,  Her funeral services were held at Oak Grove AME Church in Kentwood, LA.

Thomas Tucker of St. Helena Parish, Louisiana

Published The Times-Picayune, June 25, 1962

Tucker-Entered into rest on Saturday, June 23, 1962 at 10:00 o'clock a.m. at Clinton, Infirmary, Clinton, Louisiana, Dr. Thomas Tucker, beloved husband of Mrs. Ida Wright; father of Charlie Tucker and Mrs. Pearl T. Cook of Greensburg, La., Mrs. Marie Tanner, Rev. Robert H. Tucker, Joseph, Woodrow and Mrs. Rebecca Chaney of New Orleans, Mrs. Flora Frazier of Tuckegee, Alabama, Mrs. Shirley Hardesty of Baton Rouge, and the late Bernie J. Tucker; foster father of Mrs. Juanita A. Brealy; son of the late Thomas Tucker Sr., and Mrs. Flora Coleman; father-in-law of Mrs. Elsie Tucker and Sidney Cook of Greensburg, Edward Frazier, Tuskegee, Alabama, Francis Tanner, Mrs. Ruth Tucker, Mrs. R. H. Tucker, Mrs. Rosalee Tucker, John A. Chaney of New Orleans, and Robert Hardesty of Baton Rouge; also survived by 37 grandchildren and 39 great-grandchildren, and on great-great-grandchild and a host of nieces, nephews, and other relatives and friends.

Relatives and friends of the family, bishops, general officers, presiding elders, pastorsa and laymen of the African Methodist Episcopal Churchh, Pitkins' Chapel church, Turner's Chapel A.M .E. church and all others churches of the Greensburg area, St. Peter A.M.E. church and Union Bethel Church of New Orleans, and Usher Board No. 2, Washington Chyapel, Tuskegee, Alabama, Bethel No. 212, Eagle Chapter No. 113, Order of Eastern St

ar, Prince Hall Affiliates, Greensburg, Dorcas Chapter No. 53 Heroine of Jericho Radiant Court No. 12, New Orleans, Louisiana, Educational Association, Faculty of North Scotlandville Elementary school, East Baton Roughe Principals Association, St. Helena Parish Education Association; principal and facutly of Morgan Elementary, Louisiana State Funeral Directors and Embalmers Association, Ladies Auxilary of C.C.S.D.& E.M.B. Association, officers and employees of Purple Shield Insurance Co., Eureka Consistory No. &. Employees of Carver's Service Station, and Fraziers, Motor Sales and Services, and employees of V-8 Cab Co., are respectfully invited to attend the funeral on Tuesday, June 26, 1962, at 2:00 o'clock p.m. Turner's Chapel A.M.E. church, Greensburg, La. with the Re. Rev, David H. Rims presiding prelate of the Eighth Episcopal District Officiating.

Wake services on Monday night, June 25, at the above named church. Interment in Pitkin's Chapel Cemetery.

Capital Funeral Home in charge, Baton Rouge.

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Emmett Burton the Son of Nathaniel and Nora Lee Burton

Emmett was born in St, Helena Parish, Louisiana on January 1, 1897. After he left home, he made Colfax, Louisiana his home. He was married to Sarah Jones. According the 1940 United States Census, he was living in Grant Parish,  Louisiana. He was a servant by occupation. Emmett and Sarah were the parents of: Elnora, James, Jennie, and Eliza Burton. Emmett died on October 24, 1966. 

He served as PVT in the Army, Unit: Co. A, 350th Labor Battalion. He enlisted on August 22, 1918, and discharged on May 21, 1919. He is buried in Iserlite Cemetery in Boyce, Louisiana. 

Frank Burton the Son of Gabe and Nora Lea Burton

Frank Burton Military Draft Card
Courtesy of Ancestry

Frank was born in St. Helena Parish, Louisiana  in 1892. He left St. Helena and made New Orleans, Louisiana his home. He lived at 3309 Louisa St in New Orleans. He listed Paul Jennet as the person who would always know his address. Frank was employed by the WPA in New Orleans. Frank signed his name.  In May of 1940 he married a woman named Rita Thompson. Frank died on January 18, 1948 in New Orleans, Louisiana

Elzie Burton the Son of Nathaniel and Julia Wilson Burton

Elzie Burton
World War II Draft Card
Courtesy of Ancestry

Elize was born on May 5, 1922 in St. Helena Parish, Louisiana. He left St. Helena and made New Orleans, Louisiana his home,  He was living at 3710 Thalia Street, New Orleans, Louisiana. He list Irene Burton as the person who always knew his address. He was employed by R.P. Farnsworth in Harrahan, Louisiana. He was 20 years old when he signed or wrote his named on the U.S., World War II Draft Card. 

Elize died on February 20, 2012, he is buried at Venable Chapel Cemetery. The U.S. Find a Grave Index, 1600s-Current only listed one child and that child was Ernest Lee Burton. 

Nathaniel Burton of St. Helena Parish, Louisiana

Nathaniel Burton 
Military Draft Card
Courtesy of Ancestry

Nathaniel lived in Liverpool, Louisiana. Liverpool is a community in St. Helena Parish, Louisiana. He was born in 1903 in St. Helena and was a sharecropper by occupation. He couldn't write, therefore he made his (x).  He listed his wife  Julia Wilson Burton and the person who will always know his address. He died on January 15, 1972 in Greensburg, Louisiana and is buried at Venable Chapel Cemetery.  His children were: Francis, Elzie, Celmar, Willie, Johnnie Burton, Lula, T.L, and James. His wife Julia died in November of 1984.

Absalom Burton and Edna Montgomery

Marriage License for Absalom and Edna
Source: Ancestry/Jane Holiday

Absalom Apps Burton was born around 1817 in Louisiana. He and Edna was the parents of 16 children;  Green, Harriett, Alps Absalom, Hester, Martha, Gabriel, Moses, Jane, Polly,  Violet, John, Minney, Agnes, Julia, Jackson, and Corriene Burton. Absalom also had one son with Dotia Wicker named Louis Burton. Louis Burton in 1842 St. Helena Parish, Louisiana.

Louis was married to Malinda Burton. They were the parents of 9 children: James, Dotia, Martha, Celia, Mary, Ellis, Louis, Edna, and John Burton.  Louis and Malinda is my direct line. Their daughter Martha married Jacoh "Jake" Boykin. Martha and Jake are my father grandparents. 

My paternal 2nd great grandmother Martha was born around 1868 in St. Helena Parish, Louisiana. Martha died at the age of seventy-eight. in 1946 in Tangipahoa Parish, Louisiana. 

Clarisa "Clara" Richardson of St. Helena Parish, Louisiana

Clara Richardson 
Courtesy of  Wheeler411 (Ancestry)

Clara was born on April 7, 1884 to Andrew and Sarah Jane Foster Richardson in St. Helena Parish, Louisiana. She died on June 15, 1987 in Baton Rouge, LA. She was one of nine children born the the union of Andrew and Sarah.  Her siblings were; Gertrude, Clara, John Wesley, Margaret, Leonard, Alonzo, Monroe, Minard, and Lawerence Richardson.  Clara was married to Johnson Foster, they had four daughters. Clara lived past a 100 years old. 

Kelly Brock Brumfield of Washington Parish, Louisiana

Kelly Brock Brumfield
Source: Patsy Johnson

Kelly was born to Laborn and Elizabeth Brock in 1900. The Brock family was living in Washington Parish, Louisiana. In the 1920 United States Federal Census Cally was living in the house with her parents and her niece Adrine Brumfield.  Her siblings were; Corene, Lula, Sylvia, Minnie, Julia, and Rachel Brock. Kelly is the grandmother of Patsy Johnson.