Thomas M. Boston1

M
Last EditedOctober 8, 2010
     Thomas M. Boston married Rebecca Ann Goldwire, daughter of John Goldwire Jr. and Frances Cassandra Offutt.1

Family

Rebecca Ann Goldwire b. 7 Mar 1820, d. 1855

Citations

  1. [S494] Charles R. Cockrell, "Fam. Grp. Shts. of Charles R. Cockrell."

Jefferson Boyd1

M
Last EditedAugust 30, 2008
     Jefferson Boyd married Obedience Agnes Goldwire, daughter of John Goldwire Jr. and Frances Cassandra Offutt.1

Family

Obedience Agnes Goldwire b. 21 Nov 1821

Citations

  1. [S494] Charles R. Cockrell, "Fam. Grp. Shts. of Charles R. Cockrell."

Mary Ann Saxon1

F
Last EditedOctober 8, 2010
     Her married name was Goldwire.1 Mary Ann Saxon married William Henry Goldwire, son of John Goldwire Jr. and Frances Cassandra Offutt.1

Family

William Henry Goldwire b. 1 Aug 1825

Citations

  1. [S494] Charles R. Cockrell, "Fam. Grp. Shts. of Charles R. Cockrell."

Anna Patterson1

F
Last EditedOctober 8, 2010
     Her married name was Goldwire.1 Anna Patterson married William Henry Goldwire, son of John Goldwire Jr. and Frances Cassandra Offutt.1

Family

William Henry Goldwire b. 1 Aug 1825

Citations

  1. [S494] Charles R. Cockrell, "Fam. Grp. Shts. of Charles R. Cockrell."

Richard Scruggs1

M, b. 1821
Last EditedOctober 8, 2010
     Richard Scruggs was born in 1821.1 He married Mary Ann Goldwire, daughter of John Goldwire Jr. and Frances Cassandra Offutt.1

Family

Mary Ann Goldwire b. 20 Nov 1826
Children

Citations

  1. [S494] Charles R. Cockrell, "Fam. Grp. Shts. of Charles R. Cockrell."

Josephine Scruggs1

F, b. 1846
FatherRichard Scruggs1 b. 1821
MotherMary Ann Goldwire1 b. 20 Nov 1826
Last EditedOctober 8, 2010
     Josephine Scruggs was born in 1846 at GA, USA.1

Citations

  1. [S494] Charles R. Cockrell, "Fam. Grp. Shts. of Charles R. Cockrell."

Joseph Scruggs1

M, b. 1847
FatherRichard Scruggs1 b. 1821
MotherMary Ann Goldwire1 b. 20 Nov 1826
Last EditedOctober 8, 2010
     Joseph Scruggs was born in 1847 at GA, USA.1

Citations

  1. [S494] Charles R. Cockrell, "Fam. Grp. Shts. of Charles R. Cockrell."

William Scruggs1

M, b. 1849
FatherRichard Scruggs1 b. 1821
MotherMary Ann Goldwire1 b. 20 Nov 1826
Last EditedOctober 8, 2010
     William Scruggs was born in 1849 at GA, USA.1

Citations

  1. [S494] Charles R. Cockrell, "Fam. Grp. Shts. of Charles R. Cockrell."

Mariah Goldwire1

F
Last EditedOctober 8, 2010
     Mariah Goldwire married James Offutt Goldwire, son of John Goldwire Jr. and Frances Cassandra Offutt, on March 6, 1833.1

Family

James Offutt Goldwire b. 19 Nov 1811

Citations

  1. [S494] Charles R. Cockrell, "Fam. Grp. Shts. of Charles R. Cockrell."

Sophia Sisson1

F
Last EditedApril 26, 2008
     As of May 5, 1836,her married name was Offutt.1,2 Sophia Sisson married Jesse Offutt, son of Jesse A. Offutt Sr. and Obedience Bacon, on May 5, 1836 at Forsyth County, GA, USA.1,3,2 Sophia Sisson AAI CD #3 has another marriage listed for a Sophia Offutt and an Thomas Edwards in the same county 28 Jul 1844, it's possible that this may be a 2nd marriage for the same woman. on July 28, 1844.4

Family

Jesse Offutt b. 9 Mar 1792

Citations

  1. [S353] Marriage Records, CD #3; AL, GA, SC Marriage Records.
  2. [S486] Web Site, online unknown url, http://searches1.rootsweb.com/usgenweb/archives/ga/forsyth/…. Lists the marriage of Jesse Offutt to Sophia Sisson on May 05, 1836.
  3. [S494] Charles R. Cockrell, "Fam. Grp. Shts. of Charles R. Cockrell."
  4. [S486] Web Site, online unknown url, http://searches1.rootsweb.com/usgenweb/archives/ga/forsyth/…. Lists the marriage of Sophia Offutt to Thomas Edwards on July 28, 1844.

Eleanor Offutt1

F, b. circa 1760
FatherDr. William Johnson Offutt1 b. c 1730, d. b 1819
MotherLetitia Harris1 b. c 1736
Last EditedMarch 31, 2022
     Eleanor Offutt was born circa 1760.1 Her married name was Harris.1 She married Ezekiel Harris.1

Family

Ezekiel Harris b. 2 Feb 1757, d. 1828
Children

Citations

  1. [S494] Charles R. Cockrell, "Fam. Grp. Shts. of Charles R. Cockrell."

Ezekiel Harris1

M, b. February 2, 1757, d. 1828
Last EditedAugust 31, 2008
     Ezekiel Harris was born on February 2, 1757.1 He married Eleanor Offutt, daughter of Dr. William Johnson Offutt and Letitia Harris.1 Ezekiel Harris died in 1828.1

Family

Eleanor Offutt b. c 1760
Children

Citations

  1. [S494] Charles R. Cockrell, "Fam. Grp. Shts. of Charles R. Cockrell."

Mary Harris1

F
FatherEzekiel Harris1 b. 2 Feb 1757, d. 1828
MotherEleanor Offutt1 b. c 1760
Last EditedMay 8, 2010
     Mary Harris was born. Her married name was Evans.1 She married Llewellen Evans.1

Family

Llewellen Evans

Citations

  1. [S494] Charles R. Cockrell, "Fam. Grp. Shts. of Charles R. Cockrell."

Anna Harris1

F
FatherEzekiel Harris1 b. 2 Feb 1757, d. 1828
MotherEleanor Offutt1 b. c 1760
Last EditedOctober 16, 2001
     Anna Harris was born.

Citations

  1. [S494] Charles R. Cockrell, "Fam. Grp. Shts. of Charles R. Cockrell."

Matilda Harris1

F
FatherEzekiel Harris1 b. 2 Feb 1757, d. 1828
MotherEleanor Offutt1 b. c 1760
Last EditedFebruary 5, 2000
     Matilda Harris was born.

Citations

  1. [S494] Charles R. Cockrell, "Fam. Grp. Shts. of Charles R. Cockrell."

Elizabeth Harris1

F
FatherEzekiel Harris1 b. 2 Feb 1757, d. 1828
MotherEleanor Offutt1 b. c 1760
Last EditedFebruary 5, 2000
     Elizabeth Harris was born.

Citations

  1. [S494] Charles R. Cockrell, "Fam. Grp. Shts. of Charles R. Cockrell."

Llewellen Evans1

M
Last EditedMay 8, 2010
     Llewellen Evans married Mary Harris, daughter of Ezekiel Harris and Eleanor Offutt.1

Family

Mary Harris

Citations

  1. [S494] Charles R. Cockrell, "Fam. Grp. Shts. of Charles R. Cockrell."

Augusta Eaves1,2

F, b. April 20, 1838, d. March 30, 1896
FatherArchibald Eaves2 b. 1798, d. 17 Sep 1862
Last EditedApril 13, 2021
     Augusta Eaves was born on April 20, 1838 at SC, USA.3,4,5,6,7 She married Robert Archibald Offutt Sr., son of Archibald Offutt and Mary Ayers, circa 1860 at GA, USA.3 As of circa 1860,her married name was Offutt.3 Augusta Offutt and Robert Archibald Offutt Sr. appeared on the Federal Census of July 7, 1870 at Gordon County, GA, USA.8 Gusta A. Offutt and Robert H. Offutt appeared on the Federal Census of Jun 12 -14, 1880 at 980th District G. M., Gordon County, GA, USA.9 As of June 12, 1880, Augusta Eaves was also known as Gusta A. Offutt.6 She died on March 30, 1896 at Calhoun, Gordon County, GA, USA, at age 57.3,10,11,7 She was buried after March 30, 1896 at Fain Cemetery, Calhoun, Gordon County, GA, USA.3,10,11,7
Headstone for Gusta Ann Offutt
Photo taken by Find A Grave member Kim

Family

Robert Archibald Offutt Sr. b. 14 Dec 1824, d. 21 Nov 1903
Children

Citations

  1. [S494] Charles R. Cockrell, "Fam. Grp. Shts. of Charles R. Cockrell", Had name as Guster Ann.
  2. [S690] Reita Kelley, "Robert A. & Augusta Offutt Family Info," e-mail to David W. Offutt, Jan 07, 2002.
  3. [S494] Charles R. Cockrell, "Fam. Grp. Shts. of Charles R. Cockrell."
  4. [S486] Web Site, online unknown url, http://www.usgennet.org/usa/ga/county/gordon/…
    Gusta Ann Offutt 20 Apr 1838 30 Mar 1896
    R. A. Offutt 14 Dec 1824 21 Nov 1903.
  5. [S1828] June 30, 1870 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; Gordon County, GA, Listed on line 15 as Gusta Ann Offett, age 32? born in SC.
  6. [S1855] June 12 - 14, 1880 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; 980th District G. M., Gordon County, GA, Listed on line 28 as Gusta A. Offutt, wife of Robert H. Offutt. Age 42 born in South Carolina.
  7. [S1103] Find A Grave, online http://www.findagrave.com/cgi-bin/fg.cgi, Find A Grave memorial #42969141. Photo of grave marker. "GUSTA ANN OFFUTT BORN APR. 20, 1838 DIED MAR. 30, 1896".
  8. [S1828] June 30, 1870 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; Gordon County, GA, Though indexed as Offett, I'm 100% certain this is Robert Offutt. Line 14 lists Robert A. Off?tt, age 45, born in GA. Line 15 lists Gusta Ann, age 3?, born in SC. Line 16 lists Robert A., age 9, born in AL. Line 17 lists Sarah L., age 4, born in GA. Line 18 lists William G., age 2, born in GA. Line 19 lists Infant, age 1/12, born in GA.
  9. [S1855] June 12 - 14, 1880 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; 980th District G. M., Gordon County, GA, Line 27 lists Robert A or H. Offutt, age 54, born in GA. Line 28 lists wife Gusta A., age 42, born in SC. Line 29 lists son Robert A. or H, age 17, born in AL. Line 30 lists daughter Sarah L, age 15, born in GA. Line 31 lists son William G., age 12, born in GA. Line 32 lists daughter Sarah J., age 9, born in GA. Line 33 lists daughter Lillie M., age 6, born in GA. Line 34 lists daughter Minnie L., age 4 born in GA.
  10. [S3129] Fain Cemetery, online http://www.usgennet.org/usa/ga/county/gordon/…, Gusta Ann Offutt 20 Apr 1838 30 Mar 1896
    R. A. Offutt 14 Dec 1824 21 Nov 1903.
  11. [S3719] Calhoun Times, April 2, 1896, Obituary may have been printed April 2, 1896. Using days indicated she would have died the 29th and been buried on the 30th of March. Since headstone has 30 March I've left things as they are for now. Does state that she was buried in Fain Cemetery.
  12. [S1855] June 12 - 14, 1880 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; 980th District G. M., Gordon County, GA, Listed on line 29 as Robert H. Offutt, a son age 19 born in illegible.
  13. [S1855] June 12 - 14, 1880 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; 980th District G. M., Gordon County, GA, Listed on line 30 as Sarah L. Offutt, a daughter age 15 born in GA.
  14. [S1855] June 12 - 14, 1880 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; 980th District G. M., Gordon County, GA, Listed on line 31 as William G. Offutt, a son age 12 born in GA.
  15. [S1855] June 12 - 14, 1880 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; 980th District G. M., Gordon County, GA, Listed on line 32 as Sarah J. Offutt, a daughter age 9 born in GA.
  16. [S1855] June 12 - 14, 1880 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; 980th District G. M., Gordon County, GA, Listed on line 33 as Lilla M. Offutt, a daughter age 6 born in GA.
  17. [S3118] Lillie Mae McArthur, TN Death Certificate, Lists father as R. A. Offutt, mother's maiden name as Augusta Berry.
  18. [S1855] June 12 - 14, 1880 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; 980th District G. M., Gordon County, GA, Listed on line 34 as Minnie L. Offutt, a daughter age 4 born in GA.

Robert Archibald Offutt Jr1,2,3

M, b. December 20, 1860, d. April 9, 1922
FatherRobert Archibald Offutt Sr.4,3,5 b. 14 Dec 1824, d. 21 Nov 1903
MotherAugusta Eaves4,3 b. 20 Apr 1838, d. 30 Mar 1896
Last EditedMarch 13, 2021
     Robert Archibald Offutt Jr was born on December 20, 1860 at GA, USA.4,6,7,3,8,9 He was listed in the 1870 census at Gordon County, GA, USA, in the household of Robert Archibald Offutt Sr. and Augusta Offutt on July 7, 1870.10 Robert H. Offutt was listed in the 1880 census at 980th District G. M., Gordon County, GA, USA, in the household of Robert H. Offutt and Gusta A. Offutt Jun 12 -14, 1880.11 As of June 12, 1880, Robert Archibald Offutt Jr was also known as Robert H. Offutt.3 He married Lillie Roe on June 9, 1901 at Calhoun, Gordon County, GA, USA.4,12,13 Robert Archibald Offutt Jr and Lillie Offutt appeared in the Thirteenth Federal Census of April 19, 1910 at Calhoun Militia District, Calhoun, Gordon County, GA, USA.14 Robert Archibald Offutt Jr died on April 9, 1922 at Atlanta, Fulton County, GA, USA, at age 61.4,15,16,17,18,9 He was buried on April 11, 1922 at Fain Cemetery, Calhoun, Gordon County, GA, USA.4,19,20,9,18
Headstone for Robert A. Offutt
Photo taken by Find A Grave member Kim

Family

Lillie Roe b. 18 Jan 1869, d. 19 Mar 1963
Child

Citations

  1. [S494] Charles R. Cockrell, "Fam. Grp. Shts. of Charles R. Cockrell", Had name as Robert A. Offutt Jr.
  2. [S690] Reita Kelley, "Robert A. & Augusta Offutt Family Info," e-mail to David W. Offutt, Jan 07, 2002, Has name as Robert Archibald Offutt Jr.
  3. [S1855] June 12 - 14, 1880 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; 980th District G. M., Gordon County, GA, Listed on line 29 as Robert H. Offutt, a son age 19 born in illegible.
  4. [S494] Charles R. Cockrell, "Fam. Grp. Shts. of Charles R. Cockrell."
  5. [S1635] Robert A. Offutt, Death Cert., GA, Lists father as.
  6. [S1635] Robert A. Offutt, Death Cert., GA, Provided full date and state.
  7. [S1828] June 30, 1870 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; Gordon County, GA, Listed on line 16 as Robert A. Offett, age 9 born in AL. Removed this state of birth based on copy of the death certificate for this individual.
  8. [S2268] April 19, 1910 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; Calhoun Militia District, Calhoun, Gordon County, GA, Lists on line 65 R. A., age 50 born in AL. Removed location based on death certificate information.
  9. [S1103] Find A Grave, online http://www.findagrave.com/cgi-bin/fg.cgi, Find A Grave memorial #74566099. Photo of grave marker. "ROBERT A. OFFUTT DEC. 20, 1860 - APR. 9, 1922."
  10. [S1828] June 30, 1870 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; Gordon County, GA, Though indexed as Offett, I'm 100% certain this is Robert Offutt. Line 14 lists Robert A. Off?tt, age 45, born in GA. Line 15 lists Gusta Ann, age 3?, born in SC. Line 16 lists Robert A., age 9, born in AL. Line 17 lists Sarah L., age 4, born in GA. Line 18 lists William G., age 2, born in GA. Line 19 lists Infant, age 1/12, born in GA.
  11. [S1855] June 12 - 14, 1880 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; 980th District G. M., Gordon County, GA, Line 27 lists Robert A or H. Offutt, age 54, born in GA. Line 28 lists wife Gusta A., age 42, born in SC. Line 29 lists son Robert A. or H, age 17, born in AL. Line 30 lists daughter Sarah L, age 15, born in GA. Line 31 lists son William G., age 12, born in GA. Line 32 lists daughter Sarah J., age 9, born in GA. Line 33 lists daughter Lillie M., age 6, born in GA. Line 34 lists daughter Minnie L., age 4 born in GA.
  12. [S2268] April 19, 1910 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; Calhoun Militia District, Calhoun, Gordon County, GA, R. A. and Lillie both have M1 next to their names, along with a 8 in the years married column.
  13. [S3709] Gordon Cty. GA Record of Marr's Book C 1893-1909: Page 278, marriage of R. A. Offutt to Miss Lillie Roe, marriage recorded August 23, 1909.
  14. [S2268] April 19, 1910 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; Calhoun Militia District, Calhoun, Gordon County, GA, Household of R. A. Offutt. Line 65 lists R. A. Offutt, age 50 born in AL. Line 66 lists wife Lillie, age 40 born in GA. Line 67 lists son Robt. A. Jr, age 8 born in GA. R. A. and Lillie both have M1 next to their names, along with a 8 in the years married column.
  15. [S350] Ancestry Inc., online www.ancestry.com, Georgia Deaths, 1919 - 1998. [database online] Provo, UT: ancestry.com, 2001. Original data: State of Georgia. Indexes of Vital Records for Georgia: Deaths, 1919 - 98. Georgia: Georgia Health Department, Office of Vital Records, 1998. Lists Robert A. Offutt, died in Fulton County, certificate 9571-D.
  16. [S1635] Robert A. Offutt, Death Cert., GA, Provided full date and place.
  17. [S3720] Calhoun Times, April 13, 1922, Printed in the Thursday, April 13, 1922 edition of the Calhoun Times. States that the deceased died at his home in Atlanta last Sunday at the age of 61.
  18. [S6425] The Constitution, April 10, 1922, Pg. TWELVE, Printed in the Monday, April 10, 1922 edition of The Constitution (Atlanta, GA) on page TWELVE. "OFFUTT-Mr. R. A. Offutt died at his residence, 286 South Boulevard, at 9:45 o'clock Sunday night. Mr. Offutt was a conductor on the N., C. &: St. L. railway, having been on the Atlanta division since 1882, and had for a number of years been conductor on the "Dixie Flyer." He was a Mason and a member of the Order of Railway Conductors. The funeral services will be held at the residence at 3 o'clock this (Monday) afternoon. The remains will be taken to Calhoun, Ga., tomorrow (Tuesday), at 7:45 a. m., via N., C. & St. L. for interment. where the Masons will take charge of the services. Mr. Offutt is survived by his wife and son. R. A., Jr.; four sisters, Mrs. Dan Parsons, Carbondale, Ga.; Mrs. Jennie Chastain, Billington, Ga.: Mrs. L. C. Mc Arthur. Chattanooga, Tenn.; Mrs. R. S. McArthur, Atlanta, Ga., and one brother. Mr. Will Offutt. Dalton, Ga. The pallbearers will be selected from the member of Atlanta division 180, 0. R. C. H. M. Patterson & Son, funeral directors."
  19. [S1635] Robert A. Offutt, Death Cert., GA, States that burial took place this date in Calhoun, GA.
  20. [S3720] Calhoun Times, April 13, 1922, Article printed April 13, 1922, states that the deceased died at his home in Atlanta last Sunday at the age of 61 and that burial took place Tuesday at Fain Cemetery.
  21. [S2266] April 18, 1910 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; Burbank Township, Glendale, Los Angeles County, CA, List on line 67 son Robt. A. Jr, age 8 born in GA.

Sarah L. Offutt1

F, b. between 1865 and 1866
FatherRobert Archibald Offutt Sr.1,2 b. 14 Dec 1824, d. 21 Nov 1903
MotherAugusta Eaves1,2 b. 20 Apr 1838, d. 30 Mar 1896
Last EditedJuly 14, 2008
     Sarah L. Offutt was born between 1865 and 1866 at GA, USA.1,3,2 She was listed in the 1870 census at Gordon County, GA, USA, in the household of Robert Archibald Offutt Sr. and Augusta Offutt on July 7, 1870.4 Sarah L. Offutt was listed in the 1880 census at 980th District G. M., Gordon County, GA, USA, in the household of Robert H. Offutt and Gusta A. Offutt Jun 12 -14, 1880.5

Citations

  1. [S494] Charles R. Cockrell, "Fam. Grp. Shts. of Charles R. Cockrell."
  2. [S1855] June 12 - 14, 1880 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; 980th District G. M., Gordon County, GA, Listed on line 30 as Sarah L. Offutt, a daughter age 15 born in GA.
  3. [S1828] June 30, 1870 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; Gordon County, GA, Listed on line 17 as Sarah L. Offett, age 4 born in GA.
  4. [S1828] June 30, 1870 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; Gordon County, GA, Though indexed as Offett, I'm 100% certain this is Robert Offutt. Line 14 lists Robert A. Off?tt, age 45, born in GA. Line 15 lists Gusta Ann, age 3?, born in SC. Line 16 lists Robert A., age 9, born in AL. Line 17 lists Sarah L., age 4, born in GA. Line 18 lists William G., age 2, born in GA. Line 19 lists Infant, age 1/12, born in GA.
  5. [S1855] June 12 - 14, 1880 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; 980th District G. M., Gordon County, GA, Line 27 lists Robert A or H. Offutt, age 54, born in GA. Line 28 lists wife Gusta A., age 42, born in SC. Line 29 lists son Robert A. or H, age 17, born in AL. Line 30 lists daughter Sarah L, age 15, born in GA. Line 31 lists son William G., age 12, born in GA. Line 32 lists daughter Sarah J., age 9, born in GA. Line 33 lists daughter Lillie M., age 6, born in GA. Line 34 lists daughter Minnie L., age 4 born in GA.

William G. Offutt1,2

M, b. July 22, 1868, d. March 4, 1923
FatherRobert Archibald Offutt Sr.1,3,2 b. 14 Dec 1824, d. 21 Nov 1903
MotherAugusta Eaves1,2 b. 20 Apr 1838, d. 30 Mar 1896
Last EditedMarch 13, 2021
     William G. Offutt was born on July 22, 1868 at Calhoun, Gordon County, GA, USA.4,5,6,7,2,8,9 He was listed in the 1870 census at Gordon County, GA, USA, in the household of Robert Archibald Offutt Sr. and Augusta Offutt on July 7, 1870.10 William G. Offutt was listed in the 1880 census at 980th District G. M., Gordon County, GA, USA, in the household of Robert H. Offutt and Gusta A. Offutt Jun 12 -14, 1880.11 William G. Offutt married Ella Roach on July 21, 1889 at Whitfield County, GA, USA.1,12,13,14 William G. Offutt and Ella Offutt appeared on the Twelfth Federal Census of June 8, 1900 at Lily Pond District, Gordon County, GA, USA.15 William G. Offutt and Ella Offutt appeared in the Thirteenth Federal Census of April 15, 1910 at Calhoun, Gordon County, GA, USA.16 William G. Offutt appeared in the Fourteenth Federal Census of January 19, 1920 at Calhoun, Gordon County, GA, USA.17 He died on March 4, 1923 at Calhoun, Gordon County, GA, USA, at age 54.1,18,19,5 He was buried on March 6, 1923 at Fain Cemetery, Calhoun, Gordon County, GA, USA.20,5
Headstone for William G. Offutt
Photo taken by Find A Grave member Kim

Family

Ella Roach b. 28 Feb 1863, d. 30 Jul 1916
Children

Citations

  1. [S494] Charles R. Cockrell, "Fam. Grp. Shts. of Charles R. Cockrell."
  2. [S1855] June 12 - 14, 1880 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; 980th District G. M., Gordon County, GA, Listed on line 31 as William G. Offutt, a son age 12 born in GA.
  3. [S1636] Wm. G. Offutt, Death Cert., GA, Father's name listed as Robert A. Offutt.
  4. [S494] Charles R. Cockrell, "Fam. Grp. Shts. of Charles R. Cockrell", Had date as July 22, 1868 in Calhoun, Gordon County, GA.
  5. [S1103] Find A Grave, online http://www.findagrave.com/cgi-bin/fg.cgi, Find A Grave memorial #74565650. Photo of grave marker. "WILLIAM G. OFFUTT JULY 22, 1868 - MAR 4, 1923."
  6. [S1636] Wm. G. Offutt, Death Cert., GA, States that he was 56, calculated year of birth. Born in Gordon County. Calculated date of birth to circa 1866. Removed that date based on headstone photo.
  7. [S1828] June 30, 1870 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; Gordon County, GA, Listed on line 18 as William G. Offett, age 2 born in GA.
  8. [S3119] June 8, 1900 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; Lily Pond District, Gordon County, GA, Household of William G. Offutt. Line 55 lists William G. Offutt, born July 1867 in GA, age 32, married for 10 years. Removed that date based on headstone photo showing July 22, 1868.
  9. [S3120] June 8, 1900 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; Calhoun, Gordon County, GA, Household of W. A. Offutt. Line 40 lists W. A. Offutt, age 38, married once for 18 years, born in GA.. Date of birth suggested by Census age of 38 would be 1872. Date removed based on all the other information.
  10. [S1828] June 30, 1870 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; Gordon County, GA, Though indexed as Offett, I'm 100% certain this is Robert Offutt. Line 14 lists Robert A. Off?tt, age 45, born in GA. Line 15 lists Gusta Ann, age 3?, born in SC. Line 16 lists Robert A., age 9, born in AL. Line 17 lists Sarah L., age 4, born in GA. Line 18 lists William G., age 2, born in GA. Line 19 lists Infant, age 1/12, born in GA.
  11. [S1855] June 12 - 14, 1880 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; 980th District G. M., Gordon County, GA, Line 27 lists Robert A or H. Offutt, age 54, born in GA. Line 28 lists wife Gusta A., age 42, born in SC. Line 29 lists son Robert A. or H, age 17, born in AL. Line 30 lists daughter Sarah L, age 15, born in GA. Line 31 lists son William G., age 12, born in GA. Line 32 lists daughter Sarah J., age 9, born in GA. Line 33 lists daughter Lillie M., age 6, born in GA. Line 34 lists daughter Minnie L., age 4 born in GA.
  12. [S3119] June 8, 1900 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; Lily Pond District, Gordon County, GA, Household of William G. Offutt. Line 55 lists William G. Offutt, born July 1867 in GA, age 32, married for 10 years. Line 56 lists wife Ella, born Feb 1872 in S. Carolina, age 28, married 10 years, 4 children all living.
  13. [S3120] June 8, 1900 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; Calhoun, Gordon County, GA, Household of W. A. Offutt. Line 40 lists W. A. Offutt, age 38, married once for 18 years, born in GA. Line 41 lists wife Ella, age 37, married 18 years, 5 children all living, born in SC. This would suggest a marriage date of 1892.
  14. [S3710] Whitfield Cty. GA Record of Marr's Book B 1882-1896: Page 217, marriage of W. G. Offutt to Ella Roach.
  15. [S3119] June 8, 1900 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; Lily Pond District, Gordon County, GA, Line 55 lists William G. Offutt, born July 1867 in GA, age 32, married for 10 years. Line 56 lists wife Ella, born Feb 1872 in S. Carolina, age 28, married 10 years, 4 children all living. Line 57 lists daughter Bessie, born Mar(?) 1892 in GA, age 8. Line 58 lists daughter Grace, born July 1892 in GA, age 7. Line 59 lists daughter Daisy, born Feb 1896 in GA. Line 60 lists son Fred, born Aug 1898 in GA, age 1.
  16. [S3120] June 8, 1900 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; Calhoun, Gordon County, GA, Line 40 lists W. A. Offutt, age 38, married once for 18 years, born in GA. Line 41 lists wife Ella, age 37, married 18 years, 5 children all living, born in SC. Line 42 lists daughter Grace, age 13, born in GA. Line 43 lists daughter Daisy, age 11, born in GA. Line 44 lists son Fred, age 9, born in GA. Line 45 lists daughter Maud, age 5, born in GA.
  17. [S3121] January 19, 1920 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; Calhoun, Gordon County, GA, Household of William Offutt. Line 80 lists William Offutt, age 55, a widower, born in the US. Line 81 lists daughter Daisy, age 25, born in GA. Line 82 lists daughter Maud, age 18, born in GA.
  18. [S350] Ancestry Inc., online www.ancestry.com, Georgia Deaths, 1919 - 1998. [database online] Provo, UT: ancestry.com, 2001. Original data: State of Georgia. Indexes of Vital Records for Georgia: Deaths, 1919 - 98. Georgia: Georgia Health Department, Office of Vital Records, 1998. Lists William G. Offutt, died in Gordon County, certificate 8335-E.
  19. [S1636] Wm. G. Offutt, Death Cert., GA, Provided full date and location. Cause of death was suicide by gunshot.
  20. [S1636] Wm. G. Offutt, Death Cert., GA, Provided full date and location.
  21. [S3122] Daisy Francis Copeland, TN Death Certificate, Father listed as W. G. Offutt, born in Calhoun County, GA. Mother's maiden name Ella Roach, place of birth Calhoun County, GA.

Sarah J. Offutt1,2

F, b. circa June, 1870
FatherRobert Archibald Offutt Sr.1,2 b. 14 Dec 1824, d. 21 Nov 1903
MotherAugusta Eaves1,2 b. 20 Apr 1838, d. 30 Mar 1896
Last EditedJuly 14, 2008
     Sarah J. Offutt was born circa June, 1870 at GA, USA.1,3,2 She was listed in the 1870 census at Gordon County, GA, USA, in the household of Robert Archibald Offutt Sr. and Augusta Offutt on July 7, 1870.4 Sarah J. Offutt was listed in the 1880 census at 980th District G. M., Gordon County, GA, USA, in the household of Robert H. Offutt and Gusta A. Offutt Jun 12 -14, 1880.5

Citations

  1. [S494] Charles R. Cockrell, "Fam. Grp. Shts. of Charles R. Cockrell."
  2. [S1855] June 12 - 14, 1880 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; 980th District G. M., Gordon County, GA, Listed on line 32 as Sarah J. Offutt, a daughter age 9 born in GA.
  3. [S1828] June 30, 1870 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; Gordon County, GA, Listed on line 19 as Infant Offett, age 1/12 born in GA.
  4. [S1828] June 30, 1870 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; Gordon County, GA, Though indexed as Offett, I'm 100% certain this is Robert Offutt. Line 14 lists Robert A. Off?tt, age 45, born in GA. Line 15 lists Gusta Ann, age 3?, born in SC. Line 16 lists Robert A., age 9, born in AL. Line 17 lists Sarah L., age 4, born in GA. Line 18 lists William G., age 2, born in GA. Line 19 lists Infant, age 1/12, born in GA.
  5. [S1855] June 12 - 14, 1880 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; 980th District G. M., Gordon County, GA, Line 27 lists Robert A or H. Offutt, age 54, born in GA. Line 28 lists wife Gusta A., age 42, born in SC. Line 29 lists son Robert A. or H, age 17, born in AL. Line 30 lists daughter Sarah L, age 15, born in GA. Line 31 lists son William G., age 12, born in GA. Line 32 lists daughter Sarah J., age 9, born in GA. Line 33 lists daughter Lillie M., age 6, born in GA. Line 34 lists daughter Minnie L., age 4 born in GA.

Lillie Mae Offutt1,2,3

F, b. June 14, 1873, d. December 7, 1942
FatherRobert Archibald Offutt Sr.1,2,4 b. 14 Dec 1824, d. 21 Nov 1903
MotherAugusta Eaves1,2,4 b. 20 Apr 1838, d. 30 Mar 1896
Last EditedJuly 12, 2023
     Lillie Mae Offutt was born on June 14, 1873 at Calhoun, Gordon County, GA, USA.1,2,5 She was listed in the 1880 census at 980th District G. M., Gordon County, GA, USA, in the household of Robert H. Offutt and Gusta A. Offutt Jun 12 -14, 1880.6 As of February 7, 1889,her married name was McArthur.1,7,8 As of February 7, 1889, Lillie Mae Offutt was also known as Lilla May Offutt.8 She married Leon C. McArthur on February 7, 1889 at Calhoun, Gordon County, GA, USA.1,7,9 Lillie Mae Offutt died on December 7, 1942 at Erlanger Hospital, Chattanooga, Hamilton County, TN, USA, at age 69.10 She was buried on December 9, 1942 at Forest Hills Cemetery, Chattanooga, Hamilton County, TN, USA.11,12

Family

Leon C. McArthur b. 1864, d. 1944
Child

Citations

  1. [S494] Charles R. Cockrell, "Fam. Grp. Shts. of Charles R. Cockrell."
  2. [S1855] June 12 - 14, 1880 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; 980th District G. M., Gordon County, GA, Listed on line 33 as Lilla M. Offutt, a daughter age 6 born in GA.
  3. [S3118] Lillie Mae McArthur, TN Death Certificate, Lists deceased as Lillie Mae McArthur.
  4. [S3118] Lillie Mae McArthur, TN Death Certificate, Lists father as R. A. Offutt, mother's maiden name as Augusta Berry.
  5. [S3118] Lillie Mae McArthur, TN Death Certificate, Provided full date and county/state.
  6. [S1855] June 12 - 14, 1880 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; 980th District G. M., Gordon County, GA, Line 27 lists Robert A or H. Offutt, age 54, born in GA. Line 28 lists wife Gusta A., age 42, born in SC. Line 29 lists son Robert A. or H, age 17, born in AL. Line 30 lists daughter Sarah L, age 15, born in GA. Line 31 lists son William G., age 12, born in GA. Line 32 lists daughter Sarah J., age 9, born in GA. Line 33 lists daughter Lillie M., age 6, born in GA. Line 34 lists daughter Minnie L., age 4 born in GA.
  7. [S3118] Lillie Mae McArthur, TN Death Certificate, Listed husband of deceased as Leon C. McArthur.
  8. [S5023] Gordon Cty. GA Marr. Rcd: Marriage records Book A, page 400. Marriage of L. C. McArthur to Miss Lilla May Offutt.
  9. [S5023] Gordon Cty. GA Marr. Rcd: Marriage records Book B, page 400. Marriage of L. C. McArthur to Miss Lilla May Offutt.
  10. [S3118] Lillie Mae McArthur, TN Death Certificate, Provided full date and place.
  11. [S3118] Lillie Mae McArthur, TN Death Certificate.
  12. [S1103] Find A Grave, online http://www.findagrave.com/cgi-bin/fg.cgi, Find A Grave memorial #143477070. Buried in SECTION S 55 SE-+. Photo of grave marker. "LILLIE MAE McARTHUR 1873 - 1942."
  13. [S7269] Mrs. Claudia M. McClure, TN Death Certificate, Registration District 23301. Death No. 64-06896. Name Mrs. Claudia M. McClure. Died March 11, 1964. White, Female, Widowed. Date of Birth October 3, 1896. Age 67. Place of Death Newell's Hospital, Chattanooga, Hamilton County, TN. Birthplace GA. Name of Husband M. Luther McCllure. Father's Name Lee C. McArthur. Mother's Maiden Name Lillie Offutt. Informant Cathryn McClure. Burial March 14, 1964. Name of Cemetery Chatta. Meml Park.

Minnie Lee Offutt1,2

F, b. October 19, 1876, d. November 7, 1948
FatherRobert Archibald Offutt Sr.1,3 b. 14 Dec 1824, d. 21 Nov 1903
MotherAugusta Eaves1,3 b. 20 Apr 1838, d. 30 Mar 1896
Last EditedMarch 19, 2021
     Minnie Lee Offutt was born on October 19, 1876 at Calhoun, Gordon County, GA, USA.4,3,5 She was listed in the 1880 census at 980th District G. M., Gordon County, GA, USA, in the household of Robert H. Offutt and Gusta A. Offutt Jun 12 -14, 1880.6 As of December 24, 1891,her married name was McArthur.1 Minnie Lee Offutt married Robert McArthur on December 24, 1891 at Calhoun, Gordon County, GA, USA.1 Minnie Lee Offutt died on November 7, 1948 at Atlanta, Fulton County, GA, USA, at age 72.2 She was buried on November 9, 1948 at Westview, Atlanta, Fulton County, GA, USA.2,5
Grave marker for Mrs. Robert S. McArthur
Photo taken by Find A Grave member WWII History Fan

Family

Robert McArthur

Citations

  1. [S494] Charles R. Cockrell, "Fam. Grp. Shts. of Charles R. Cockrell."
  2. [S6457] The Atlanta Constitution, November 9, 1948, Pg. 20, Printed in the Tuesday, November 9, 1948 edition of The Atlanta Constitution on page 20. "Mrs. R.S. McArthur Dies; Rites Today - Funeral services for Mrs. Minnie McArthur, 72, widow of Robert S. McArthur, former City Building Inspector, who died Sunday at her residence after an extended illness, will be conducted at 2:30 p. m. today at Spring Hill. The Rev. E. C. Wilson will officiate and burial will be in West View Cemetery. Mrs. McArthur was a native of Gordon County and had been a resident of Atlanta for 37 years. Before her marriage, she was Miss Minnie Lee Offutt. She was a member of St. Paul Methodist Church. Surviving are three daughters, Mrs. Irene Blackmon, Mrs. C. K. Murdoch, and Miss Bobbie McArthur, of Atlanta; three sons, R. W. and C. H. McArthur, of Atlanta, and Capt. L. W. McArthur, U. S. Army, and 12 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren."
  3. [S1855] June 12 - 14, 1880 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; 980th District G. M., Gordon County, GA, Listed on line 34 as Minnie L. Offutt, a daughter age 4 born in GA.
  4. [S494] Charles R. Cockrell, "Fam. Grp. Shts. of Charles R. Cockrell", Had her date of birth as Oct 1875. Removed that date based on photograph of Mrs. Robert S. McArthur's grave marker.
  5. [S1103] Find A Grave, online http://www.findagrave.com/cgi-bin/fg.cgi, Find A Grave memorial #216413291. Photo of grave marker. "Mrs. ROBERT S. MCARTHUR OCT. 19, 1876 - NOV. 7, 1948."
  6. [S1855] June 12 - 14, 1880 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; 980th District G. M., Gordon County, GA, Line 27 lists Robert A or H. Offutt, age 54, born in GA. Line 28 lists wife Gusta A., age 42, born in SC. Line 29 lists son Robert A. or H, age 17, born in AL. Line 30 lists daughter Sarah L, age 15, born in GA. Line 31 lists son William G., age 12, born in GA. Line 32 lists daughter Sarah J., age 9, born in GA. Line 33 lists daughter Lillie M., age 6, born in GA. Line 34 lists daughter Minnie L., age 4 born in GA.

Lillie Roe1,2,3

F, b. January 18, 1869, d. March 19, 1963
Last EditedMarch 13, 2021
     Lillie Roe was born on January 18, 1869 at GA, USA.4,5 As of June 9, 1901,her married name was Offutt.6,7,3 She married Robert Archibald Offutt Jr, son of Robert Archibald Offutt Sr. and Augusta Eaves, on June 9, 1901 at Calhoun, Gordon County, GA, USA.6,2,3 Lillie Offutt and Robert Archibald Offutt Jr appeared in the Thirteenth Federal Census of April 19, 1910 at Calhoun Militia District, Calhoun, Gordon County, GA, USA.8 Lillie Roe died on March 19, 1963 at Atlanta, Fulton County, GA, USA, at age 94.9,5 She was buried on March 20, 1963 at Fain Cemetery, Calhoun, Gordon County, GA, USA.5,10
Grave marker for Lillie Roe Offutt
Photo taken by Find A Grave member Belle

Family

Robert Archibald Offutt Jr b. 20 Dec 1860, d. 9 Apr 1922
Child

Citations

  1. [S494] Charles R. Cockrell, "Fam. Grp. Shts. of Charles R. Cockrell", Had name as Roe. May be her last name, but 1910 Census had her as Lillie Offutt, removed Roe for the time being.
  2. [S2268] April 19, 1910 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; Calhoun Militia District, Calhoun, Gordon County, GA, R. A. and Lillie both have M1 next to their names, along with a 8 in the years married column.
  3. [S3709] Gordon Cty. GA Record of Marr's Book C 1893-1909: Page 278, marriage of R. A. Offutt to Miss Lillie Roe, marriage recorded August 23, 1909.
  4. [S2268] April 19, 1910 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; Calhoun Militia District, Calhoun, Gordon County, GA, Household of R. A. Offutt. Line 66 lists wife Lillie, age 40 born in GA.
  5. [S1103] Find A Grave, online http://www.findagrave.com/cgi-bin/fg.cgi, Find A Grave memorial #74631058. Photo of grave marker. "LILLIE ROE OFFUTT JAN. 18, 1869 - MAR. 19, 1963".
  6. [S494] Charles R. Cockrell, "Fam. Grp. Shts. of Charles R. Cockrell."
  7. [S2266] April 18, 1910 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; Burbank Township, Glendale, Los Angeles County, CA, R. A. and Lillie both have M1 next to their names, along with a 8 in the years married column.
  8. [S2268] April 19, 1910 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; Calhoun Militia District, Calhoun, Gordon County, GA, Household of R. A. Offutt. Line 65 lists R. A. Offutt, age 50 born in AL. Line 66 lists wife Lillie, age 40 born in GA. Line 67 lists son Robt. A. Jr, age 8 born in GA. R. A. and Lillie both have M1 next to their names, along with a 8 in the years married column.
  9. [S3715] Calhoun Times, March 21, 1963, States that she died in Atlanta, article printed March 21, 1963.
  10. [S3715] Calhoun Times, March 21, 1963, Article printed March 21, 1963, stated services were held Wed, burial in Fain Cemetery in Calhoun.
  11. [S2268] April 19, 1910 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; Calhoun Militia District, Calhoun, Gordon County, GA, List on line 67 son Robt. A. Jr, age 8 born in GA.

Robert Alexander Offutt1,2

M, b. February 27, 1902, d. February 4, 1978
FatherRobert Archibald Offutt Jr3,4 b. 20 Dec 1860, d. 9 Apr 1922
MotherLillie Roe3,5 b. 18 Jan 1869, d. 19 Mar 1963
Last EditedMarch 13, 2021
     Robert Alexander Offutt was born on February 27, 1902 at Calhoun, Gordon County, GA, USA.3,6,7,8 He was listed in the 1910 census at Calhoun Militia District, Calhoun, Gordon County, GA, USA, in the household of Robert Archibald Offutt Jr and Lillie Offutt on April 19, 1910.9 Robert Alexander Offutt married Martha Berneice Dickson on June 19, 1926 at Atlanta, Fulton County, GA, USA.3,10 Robert Alexander Offutt died on February 4, 1978 at Fulton County, GA, USA, at age 75.11 He died on February 4, 1978 at Calhoun, Gordon County, GA, USA, at age 75.3,8 He was buried after February 4, 1978 at Fain Cemetery, Calhoun, Gordon County, GA, USA.12,8
Grave marker for Robert A. and Martha Berneice Offutt
Photo taken by Find A Grave member Belle

Family

Martha Berneice Dickson b. 22 Aug 1905, d. 14 Oct 1983

Citations

  1. [S494] Charles R. Cockrell, "Fam. Grp. Shts. of Charles R. Cockrell", Had the name as Robert A. Offutt III, later I received an email from a descendant that was incorrect and that the correct name was Robert Alexander Offutt so I removed Robert A. Offutt III.
  2. [S6076] Michael Scott Sr. Offutt, "Info on Robert Archibald Offutt Jr. Family," e-mail to David W. Offutt, May 25, 2020, Email from a descendant notified me that though I had the name as Robert A. Offutt III, that was incorrect and that his name was Robert Alexander Offutt.
  3. [S494] Charles R. Cockrell, "Fam. Grp. Shts. of Charles R. Cockrell."
  4. [S2266] April 18, 1910 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; Burbank Township, Glendale, Los Angeles County, CA, List on line 67 son Robt. A. Jr, age 8 born in GA.
  5. [S2268] April 19, 1910 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; Calhoun Militia District, Calhoun, Gordon County, GA, List on line 67 son Robt. A. Jr, age 8 born in GA.
  6. [S2268] April 19, 1910 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; Calhoun Militia District, Calhoun, Gordon County, GA, Household of R. A. Offutt. Line 67 lists son Robt. A. Jr, age 8 born in GA.
  7. [S6422] "Draft Reg. Card", Draft Registration Card for Robert Alexander Offutt. Serial Number T1761; Order Number T10725. Age 39, Born in Calhoun, Gordon County Georgia on February 27, 1902. Lists person knowing address as wife Mrs. Bernice Offutt.
  8. [S1103] Find A Grave, online http://www.findagrave.com/cgi-bin/fg.cgi, Find A Grave memorial# 74631133. Photo of grave marker. "OFFUTT - ROBERT A. FEB. 27, 1902 - FEB. 4, 1978 | MARTHA BERNEICE JULY 22., 1905 - OCT. 14, 1983."
  9. [S2268] April 19, 1910 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; Calhoun Militia District, Calhoun, Gordon County, GA, Household of R. A. Offutt. Line 65 lists R. A. Offutt, age 50 born in AL. Line 66 lists wife Lillie, age 40 born in GA. Line 67 lists son Robt. A. Jr, age 8 born in GA. R. A. and Lillie both have M1 next to their names, along with a 8 in the years married column.
  10. [S6423] The Constitution, June 27, 1926, Pg. TWO M, Printed in the June 27, 1926 edition of The Constitution (Atlanta, GA) on page TWO M. "Miss Dickson Weds Robert A. Offutt At Home Ceremony - Marked with beautiful simplicity was the wedding of Miss Berneice Dickson and Robert A. Offutt which occurred Saturday afternoon, June 19, at the home of the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. William P. Purifoy. The impressive ring ceremony was performed by the Rev. Marvin Williams of the Wesley Memorial church and pastor of the bride, in the presence of relatives and close friends of the families."
  11. [S350] Ancestry Inc., online www.ancestry.com, Georgia Deaths, 1919 - 1998. [database online] Provo, UT: ancestry.com, 2001. Original data: State of Georgia. Indexes of Vital Records for Georgia: Deaths, 1919 - 98. Georgia: Georgia Health Department, Office of Vital Records, 1998. Lists Robert A. Offutt, died in Fulton County, age 75, certificate 004304.
  12. [S494] Charles R. Cockrell, "Fam. Grp. Shts. of Charles R. Cockrell", Buried in Section C.

Martha Berneice Dickson1,2,3

F, b. August 22, 1905, d. October 14, 1983
Last EditedMarch 13, 2021
     Martha Berneice Dickson was born on August 22, 1905 at GA, USA.4,2 As of June 19, 1926,her married name was Offutt.4,3 She married Robert Alexander Offutt, son of Robert Archibald Offutt Jr and Lillie Roe, on June 19, 1926 at Atlanta, Fulton County, GA, USA.4,3 Martha Berneice Dickson died on October 14, 1983 at Pinson, Jefferson County, AL, USA, at age 78.5,6,2 She was buried after October 14, 1983 at Fain Cemetery, Calhoun, Gordon County, GA, USA.2
Grave marker for Robert A. and Martha Berneice Offutt
Photo taken by Find A Grave member Belle

Family

Robert Alexander Offutt b. 27 Feb 1902, d. 4 Feb 1978

Citations

  1. [S494] Charles R. Cockrell, "Fam. Grp. Shts. of Charles R. Cockrell", Had that her name was Martha Bernice Purify. Email from a descendant notified me that "My grandmother, his wife, is listed as Martha Bernice Purifoy. That is also incorrect. Her maiden name was Martha Bernice Dickson. W.P. Purifoy was her stepfather." so I have removed Purify.
  2. [S1103] Find A Grave, online http://www.findagrave.com/cgi-bin/fg.cgi, Find A Grave memorial# 74631234. Photo of grave marker. "OFFUTT - ROBERT A. FEB. 27, 1902 - FEB. 4, 1978 | MARTHA BERNEICE JULY 22., 1905 - OCT. 14, 1983."
  3. [S6423] The Constitution, June 27, 1926, Pg. TWO M, Printed in the June 27, 1926 edition of The Constitution (Atlanta, GA) on page TWO M. "Miss Dickson Weds Robert A. Offutt At Home Ceremony - Marked with beautiful simplicity was the wedding of Miss Berneice Dickson and Robert A. Offutt which occurred Saturday afternoon, June 19, at the home of the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. William P. Purifoy. The impressive ring ceremony was performed by the Rev. Marvin Williams of the Wesley Memorial church and pastor of the bride, in the presence of relatives and close friends of the families."
  4. [S494] Charles R. Cockrell, "Fam. Grp. Shts. of Charles R. Cockrell."
  5. [S494] Charles R. Cockrell, "Fam. Grp. Shts. of Charles R. Cockrell", Had that she died October 14, 1983 in Calhoun, Gordon County, GA. Removed the place information based on an email from a descendant notifying me that "she died while living with my parents in Pinson, Alabama, not Calhoun, Georgia. She is buried along side my grandfather in Fain Cemetery in Calhoun."
  6. [S6076] Michael Scott Sr. Offutt, "Info on Robert Archibald Offutt Jr. Family," e-mail to David W. Offutt, May 25, 2020, Email from a descendant notified me that she died while living with my parents in Pinson, Alabama, not Calhoun, Georgia. She is buried along side my grandfather in Fain Cemetery in Calhoun.

Ella Roach1

F, b. February 28, 1863, d. July 30, 1916
Last EditedMarch 13, 2021
     Ella Roach was born on February 28, 1863 at SC, USA.2,3,4,5 As of July 21, 1889,her married name was Offutt.1,6,7,8 She married William G. Offutt, son of Robert Archibald Offutt Sr. and Augusta Eaves, on July 21, 1889 at Whitfield County, GA, USA.1,6,7,8 Ella Offutt and William G. Offutt appeared on the Twelfth Federal Census of June 8, 1900 at Lily Pond District, Gordon County, GA, USA.9 Ella Offutt and William G. Offutt appeared in the Thirteenth Federal Census of April 15, 1910 at Calhoun, Gordon County, GA, USA.10 Ella Roach died on July 30, 1916 at Calhoun, Gordon County, GA, USA, at age 53.1,3 She was buried after July 30, 1916 at Fain Cemetery, Calhoun, Gordon County, GA, USA.11,3
Headstone for Ella Roach Offutt
Photo taken by Find A Grave member Kim

Family

William G. Offutt b. 22 Jul 1868, d. 4 Mar 1923
Children

Citations

  1. [S494] Charles R. Cockrell, "Fam. Grp. Shts. of Charles R. Cockrell."
  2. [S494] Charles R. Cockrell, "Fam. Grp. Shts. of Charles R. Cockrell", Had date as Feb 28, 1863 in GA. Removed GA based on Census information.
  3. [S1103] Find A Grave, online http://www.findagrave.com/cgi-bin/fg.cgi, Find A Grave memorial #74565790. Photo of grave marker. "ELLA ROACH OFFUTT BORN FEB. 28, 1863 DIED JULY 30, 1916". The date could be FEB. 20, 1863.
  4. [S3119] June 8, 1900 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; Lily Pond District, Gordon County, GA, Household of William G. Offutt. Line 56 lists wife Ella, born Feb 1872 in S. Carolina, age 28, married 10 years, 4 children all living. Removed that date based on photo of headstone.
  5. [S3120] June 8, 1900 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; Calhoun, Gordon County, GA, Household of W. A. Offutt. Line 41 lists wife Ella, age 37, married 18 years, 5 children all living, born in SC. Date of birth suggested by age 37 would be 1873. Removed that date based on headstone photo.
  6. [S3119] June 8, 1900 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; Lily Pond District, Gordon County, GA, Household of William G. Offutt. Line 55 lists William G. Offutt, born July 1867 in GA, age 32, married for 10 years. Line 56 lists wife Ella, born Feb 1872 in S. Carolina, age 28, married 10 years, 4 children all living.
  7. [S3120] June 8, 1900 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; Calhoun, Gordon County, GA, Household of W. A. Offutt. Line 40 lists W. A. Offutt, age 38, married once for 18 years, born in GA. Line 41 lists wife Ella, age 37, married 18 years, 5 children all living, born in SC. This would suggest a marriage date of 1892.
  8. [S3710] Whitfield Cty. GA Record of Marr's Book B 1882-1896: Page 217, marriage of W. G. Offutt to Ella Roach.
  9. [S3119] June 8, 1900 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; Lily Pond District, Gordon County, GA, Line 55 lists William G. Offutt, born July 1867 in GA, age 32, married for 10 years. Line 56 lists wife Ella, born Feb 1872 in S. Carolina, age 28, married 10 years, 4 children all living. Line 57 lists daughter Bessie, born Mar(?) 1892 in GA, age 8. Line 58 lists daughter Grace, born July 1892 in GA, age 7. Line 59 lists daughter Daisy, born Feb 1896 in GA. Line 60 lists son Fred, born Aug 1898 in GA, age 1.
  10. [S3120] June 8, 1900 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; Calhoun, Gordon County, GA, Line 40 lists W. A. Offutt, age 38, married once for 18 years, born in GA. Line 41 lists wife Ella, age 37, married 18 years, 5 children all living, born in SC. Line 42 lists daughter Grace, age 13, born in GA. Line 43 lists daughter Daisy, age 11, born in GA. Line 44 lists son Fred, age 9, born in GA. Line 45 lists daughter Maud, age 5, born in GA.
  11. [S494] Charles R. Cockrell, "Fam. Grp. Shts. of Charles R. Cockrell", Buried in Section C.
  12. [S3122] Daisy Francis Copeland, TN Death Certificate, Father listed as W. G. Offutt, born in Calhoun County, GA. Mother's maiden name Ella Roach, place of birth Calhoun County, GA.

Bessie Offutt1

F, b. March 3, 1892, d. October 20, 1979
FatherWilliam G. Offutt1 b. 22 Jul 1868, d. 4 Mar 1923
MotherElla Roach1 b. 28 Feb 1863, d. 30 Jul 1916
Last EditedMarch 13, 2021
     Bessie Offutt was born on March 3, 1892 at Blackwood, Gordon County, GA, USA.1,2,3 She was listed in the 1900 census at Lily Pond District, Gordon County, GA, USA, in the household of William G. Offutt and Ella Offutt on June 8, 1900.4 As of December 25, 1906,her married name was Davis.5 Bessie Offutt married Robert Odum Davis on December 25, 1906 at Gordon County, GA, USA.5 Bessie Offutt died on October 20, 1979 at Dalton, Whitfield County, GA, USA, at age 87.3 She was buried after October 20, 1979 at Fain Cemetery, Calhoun, Gordon County, GA, USA.3
Headstone for Bessie O. Davis
Photo taken by Find A Grave member Kim

Family

Robert Odum Davis b. 22 Jan 1881, d. 8 Apr 1958

Citations

  1. [S494] Charles R. Cockrell, "Fam. Grp. Shts. of Charles R. Cockrell."
  2. [S3119] June 8, 1900 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; Lily Pond District, Gordon County, GA, Household of William G. Offutt. Line 57 lists daughter Bessie, born Mar(?) 1892 in GA, age 8.
  3. [S1103] Find A Grave, online http://www.findagrave.com/cgi-bin/fg.cgi, Find A Grave memorial #70557753. Photo of grave marker. "BESSIE O. DAVIS MAR. 3, 1891 - OCT. 20, 1979."
  4. [S3119] June 8, 1900 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; Lily Pond District, Gordon County, GA, Line 55 lists William G. Offutt, born July 1867 in GA, age 32, married for 10 years. Line 56 lists wife Ella, born Feb 1872 in S. Carolina, age 28, married 10 years, 4 children all living. Line 57 lists daughter Bessie, born Mar(?) 1892 in GA, age 8. Line 58 lists daughter Grace, born July 1892 in GA, age 7. Line 59 lists daughter Daisy, born Feb 1896 in GA. Line 60 lists son Fred, born Aug 1898 in GA, age 1.
  5. [S3145] Blackwood, Gordon Cty. Marr. Book C.

Grace Offutt1

F, b. July 28, 1893, d. March 23, 1986
FatherWilliam G. Offutt1 b. 22 Jul 1868, d. 4 Mar 1923
MotherElla Roach1 b. 28 Feb 1863, d. 30 Jul 1916
Last EditedMarch 4, 2025
     Grace Offutt was born on July 28, 1893 at Calhoun, Gordon County, GA, USA.1,2,3,4 She was listed in the 1900 census at Lily Pond District, Gordon County, GA, USA, in the household of William G. Offutt and Ella Offutt on June 8, 1900.5 Grace Offutt was listed in the 1910 census at Calhoun, Gordon County, GA, USA, in the household of William G. Offutt and Ella Offutt on April 15, 1910.6 Her married name was Smith.1 Grace Offutt married Mark Avery Smith.1 Grace Offutt died on March 23, 1986 at Calhoun, Gordon County, GA, USA, at age 92.1,4 She was buried at Fain Cemetery, Calhoun, Gordon County, GA, USA.4
Grave marker for Grace Offutt Smith
Photo by Find A Grave member Belle

Family

Mark Avery Smith b. 1883, d. 1971

Citations

  1. [S494] Charles R. Cockrell, "Fam. Grp. Shts. of Charles R. Cockrell."
  2. [S3119] June 8, 1900 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; Lily Pond District, Gordon County, GA, Household of William G. Offutt. Line 58 lists daughter Grace, born July 1892 in GA, age 7. Removed that date, as it would mean that she was born 4 -5 months after her older sister Bessie, and conflicted with Charles Cockrell's information.
  3. [S3120] June 8, 1900 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; Calhoun, Gordon County, GA, Household of W. A. Offutt. Line 42 lists daughter Grace, age 13, born in GA. Age doesn't correspond with 1900 Census information. Date of birth suggested removed.
  4. [S1103] Find A Grave, online http://www.findagrave.com/cgi-bin/fg.cgi, Find A Grave memorial #74631380. Photo of grave marker. "GRACE OFFUTT SMITH JULY 28, 1893 - MAR 23, 1986."
  5. [S3119] June 8, 1900 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; Lily Pond District, Gordon County, GA, Line 55 lists William G. Offutt, born July 1867 in GA, age 32, married for 10 years. Line 56 lists wife Ella, born Feb 1872 in S. Carolina, age 28, married 10 years, 4 children all living. Line 57 lists daughter Bessie, born Mar(?) 1892 in GA, age 8. Line 58 lists daughter Grace, born July 1892 in GA, age 7. Line 59 lists daughter Daisy, born Feb 1896 in GA. Line 60 lists son Fred, born Aug 1898 in GA, age 1.
  6. [S3120] June 8, 1900 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; Calhoun, Gordon County, GA, Line 40 lists W. A. Offutt, age 38, married once for 18 years, born in GA. Line 41 lists wife Ella, age 37, married 18 years, 5 children all living, born in SC. Line 42 lists daughter Grace, age 13, born in GA. Line 43 lists daughter Daisy, age 11, born in GA. Line 44 lists son Fred, age 9, born in GA. Line 45 lists daughter Maud, age 5, born in GA.