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Re: Hiram Lorenzo Amiss of Culpeper Co Va

JessicaSparks75 — 2012-02-28 23:59:07Z

Just found this msg board, I may be of hlep if you haven't heard from anyone else. Hiram's parents were Thomas Bolling Amiss b. in 1785 and Susannah Brook(h)over married Aug 1, 1803. Her family was from Penn. but I have no further info on her.His parents were Thomas b. in 1732 and Rebecca Fletcher they were married in 1755. I got my info from a book written by Louise Cox Morrell (1974) titled "Jamestowne to Washington" hope this was helpful

Re: Anna AMISS, d/o Joseph & Jan: 1870-1959 IN, USA

lingle66 — 2011-01-21 14:39:32Z

There is a plaque on the wall of the library of Riverview Middle School with the name Anna Amiss and dates 11/11/1870 - 4/13/1959. I have been asked to see if i can find out the story behind the plaque? What information can you share with me about Ms. Amiss's connection to the library at Riverview?

Thank you very much for anything you can share.

Re: Hiram Lorenzo Amiss of Culpeper Co Va

olclarke — 2010-11-23 00:21:14Z

Jan, thanks for your reply. No I never got any info on Hiram. Still seeking the names of his parents & siblings. Have Emily's family back to Johannes Young who was part of the Germanna germans but no info on Hiram's side. Any help appreciated.
Ollie

Re: Hiram Lorenzo Amiss of Culpeper Co Va

jkae45 — 2010-11-22 20:51:53Z

Hi,

I cannot see if anyone answered your question. Have you received an answer if not please let me know and I will send you what I have. He was my 3rd Great Grandfather.

Jan

Re: Amiss/Burke Cemetery

fishinfoolc — 2009-05-12 13:35:41Z

Ollie, sorry for the delay; my mother has been in hospital in ICU for over a week now. E-mail me at fishinfoolc@embarqmail.com. I have Emma's family tree, her parents, grandparents, etc. I'll be happy to share; just may take me a day or two.

Re: Joseph H AMISS: s/o Hiram & Emily, nee YOUNG

gaylemc80 — 2009-05-08 14:46:27Z

I think it best if you contact the Hathaway Assoc. Joseph Amiss and wife Joyce are on page 760 of the 1970 Hathaway book. The numbering of the families is a little confusing but I do know Joyce is a desendant of Arthur Hathaway and not Nicolas Hathaway. Arthur's info begins on page 747. The genealogist on their website can provide you with the correct info or go to genealogy forum site listed on left side of screen. Their genealogist answers questions on that site. Hathaway Assoc.
http://www.geocities.com/leannewiese/

Re: Joseph H AMISS: s/o Hiram & Emily, nee YOUNG

gaylemc80 — 2009-05-08 13:56:35Z

I'll look them up again and get back to you.

Hiram Lorenzo Amiss of Culpeper Co Va

olclarke — 2009-05-08 00:48:07Z

Has anyone been able to find the names of his parents & siblings? His wife Emily Young was the dau of Benjamin Franklin Young & Mary Elizabeth Williams. Any info appreciated.
Ollie

Re: AMISS - HOPPER Connection: 1820s+ VA > ?1840+ OH? USA

olclarke — 2009-05-08 00:01:29Z

Do you have any info on the following Hopper's from the Culpeper Co area?
Mary Jane b abt 1820 marr James S. Rector son of Warren Rector & Mary. In says she was b abt 1820 in Hickory Co Mo. James was from Fauquire so I'm not sure if they were marr in MO or Va.
Catherine Hopper b abt 1740 in Culpeper marr Joseph Coons/Koontz . I have her as the dau of Thomas Hopper & Mary Ann George. Her sister Susannah marr John Button Jr. son of John Sr.
Any info on these Hopper's appreciated.
Ollie

Re: Joseph H AMISS: s/o Hiram & Emily, nee YOUNG

olclarke — 2009-05-07 23:50:25Z

Gayle I saw your post of Joseph Amiss & would love to have the names of Joyce Hathaway's parents & siblings. I am researching the Amiss line & have them in my data base. Any info appreciated.
Ollie

Re: Amiss/Burke Cemetery

olclarke — 2009-05-07 23:45:12Z

Chris I have William & Emma Jane in my data base but do not have the names of her parents & siblings. Can you help me with this?
Thanks, Ollie

Missing Aunt

ruslin54 — 2009-04-11 10:23:14Z

Hello, I AM TRYING TO FIND OUT IF ANYONE KNOWS OF, BETTY EILEEN AMISS BORN 1924 2 JULY OF BRISTOL, PARENTS ARE ALBERT WILLIAM AMISS OF TORQUAY DEVAN AND DAISY BELINDA WILKINS BRISTOL. SHE HAS NOT BEEN HEARD OF SINCE THE FIFTIES AND WOULD LIKE TO KNOW IF SHE IS STILL ALIVE. SIBLINGS ARE JOAN IRENE AND KENNETH ALEXANDER AMISS.

LINDA

Re: Amiss/Burke Cemetery

fishinfoolc — 2006-12-19 02:14:00Z

Arthur: William Littleton Amiss, aka "Lit" was my great-grandfather. He was born October 17, 1839 in Jeffersonton, Virginia, married Emma Jane Burke on February 8, 1866 and died on December 9, 1924 in Jeffersonton, Virginia. If you like, you may post that informationt to the find a grave website picture you have. I'm looking for a picture of him, but not sure we have one as he died when my mother was just a year old. I'll be back in touch if I find one. Chris Fairchild

Amiss/Burke Cemetery

Arthur_Kaye — 2006-12-03 17:51:46Z

Several months back a group of us Amiss/Burke descendents visited a small family cemetery near Amissville. The road it's now on is new and not on all maps. It's on Tin Cup Lane off Waterloo Road. I'm pleased to report the cemetery is in very good condition. You can see a couple of picture at http://www.findagrave.com/cgi-bin/fg.cgi?page=gr&GScid=2...;

Anyone interested in joining a gathering in March '07 just let me know.

AMISSVILLE

2006-12-03 03:32:30Z

MILLER OBIT

2006-12-03 00:01:42Z

From THE PAGE COURIER, Luray, VA., September 14, 1905

JOHN WILHOIT MILLER died at his home, Slate Mills, Rappahannock county, Thursday, September 7, 1905, while seated in his chair, on his porch, and apparently in good health. Mr. Miller was born April 10, 1809, in Madison county, (in sight of the oldest Lutheran church in America), of which his parents were members. Mr. Miller's recollection, which was unclouded to the day of his death, extended back to the time he was but three years old. The incident which impressed itself on his mind at that time was the home leaving of his father, Lieutenant Adam Miller, for Norfolk, with his company, In the War of 1812, Lieutnenant Miller never returned home. He died in service. The subject of this sketch was a prosperous planter, merchant and mill owner in ante bellum days, owning a hundred or more slaves, many of whom spent their last days in comfort under Mr. Miller's care after the war set them free. Mr. Miller was a deacon in the Slate Mills Baptist church, was temperate in his habits, deliberate in manner, loved the society of honest people high and low, and was an entertaining talker. He leaves the following children: Messrs, Oscar D. and James N. Miller, Mrs. Cora Green and Miss Fannie F. Miller, of Rappahannock county, and Mrs. Amiss, the wife of Dr. Amiss, of this place. Mrs. Amiss attended the funeral services, which were held at Mr. Miller's late residence, on Saturday, and will probably prolong her stay several weeks.

This is posted for information only. I am not connected to this family.

AMISS / MENEFEE

2006-12-02 22:29:15Z

Rockingham Co. Marriage list shows James A. Menefee md. Sarah Ely Amiss, 1 JUN 1865. Who were the parents of James Menefee?

Info re: AMISS Reunion

fishinfoolc — 2006-11-18 03:47:38Z

Lonnie: Contact my brother, Brett, at brettbrendablake@juno.com. The reunion is now the Howell/Leavell/Amis (HAL) reunion and society. He is one of the organizers or planners, I believe, and he can give you information. We are descended from William Littleton Amiss, of Clarke Co. VA and my brother lives in VA. Hope this is helpful.

John Amiss & Emma Willard (Willyard)-Amiss

2006-10-06 04:16:45Z

Looking for info. on John and Emma, they lived in St. George, Kansas. Emma had 2 brothers, Henry & Frank.
Thanks for any help!! Linda

Death Notice: Joseph H AMISS: bn 1834, died 1916 VA, USA

lovmydachs — 2006-06-12 00:24:21Z

From a 1916 death notice
Rev. JOSEPH HENRY AMISS son of Hiram L. and Emily E. Amiss, born Culpeper Co., Va., Sept. 5, 1834; entered Methodist ministry in Virginia Conference in 1854; Confederate chaplain; a presiding elder for 25 years; married Joyce E. R. Hathaway, Edenton, N.C., Jan. 30, 1861; eleven children; died Norfolk, Va., August 30, 1916.

Joseph was my Gr Gr Grandfathers brother. I have more family info if interested

Joseph H AMISS: s/o Hiram & Emily, nee YOUNG

2006-05-02 16:54:24Z

I have parents and ancestors of his wife Joyce Elizabeth Rascoe Hathaway. The info in the Hathaway book has her husband Rev. Joseph Henry Amiss son of Hiram and Emily (Young) Amiss b. Culpepper Co., VA 3 Sept 1834, d. Norfolk, VA 30 Aug 1916, Methodist Minister.

Joseph H AMISS: bn 1834 VA, USA (Methodist Minister/Confederate Chaplain)

raiford94 — 2006-03-31 19:10:10Z

Seeking biographical and genealogical info on Joseph Henry Amiss, methodist minister & Confederate chaplain born in Culpeper Co., VA in 1834; married Joyce Hathaway. Would like to know list of churches served and CSA unit.

Any help is appreciated.

Thanks,
Neil Raiford

Elizabeth AMISS (BROOKS): born TN, USA (1800s)

2006-03-31 19:08:54Z

I am looking for a Elizabeth Amiss she married a man with the last name Brooks. She was born in tennessee and both her parents are from North Carolina. I know she had at least 2 kids Ada Mae (bever) (1885-1967) and Lewis Brooks dont know nothing about him.

GGrandfather Emory AMISS: bn 1883 IA, died 1975 ND, USA

linmaj — 2003-10-27 17:43:53Z

does anyone know of an Emory Amiss, born 2 Nov 1883 in Mitchelville IA and died 15 Aug 1975 in the Hansboro ND? He married Mary E Lawler and had 3 children. their names are Evelyn, Chester, and Marie. This is the only information I have on my G.Grandfather.

Anna AMISS, d/o Joseph & Jan: 1870-1959 IN, USA

dshutton — 2003-09-10 16:45:01Z

I have found in my parents' attic: pictures and the newspaper obit for Anna Amiss whose parents were Joseph G and Jan Knoop Amiss, Huntington County, Indiana. She had two sisters - Emma and Clara Amiss and a brother William Amiss. She also had a nephew, Neal Amiss.

I would be glad to send this information to any ancestors.

Connection to & Details re: Philip W. AMISS

2003-09-08 17:12:54Z

Philip was my step-son's great grandfather. My husband says he believes he was the sheriff in Dillwyn for many years. He lived to be 99 years old, death was 4/24/1977 in Richmond, Chesterfield Co, VA. He apparently was married twice, first wife unk and second wife was Eva mnu. He is buried in the Dillwyn Town Cemetery.

He had 8 children, outlived 2 of them.

You will find this family on the world family tree.

AMISS - HOPPER Connection: 1820s+ VA > ?1840+ OH? USA

Thomas_Hopper — 2003-07-03 13:15:13Z

I am researching the Hopper Family in Culpeper County and surrounding areas of Virginia.

Seeking information on the family of Mary A. (also known as Miriam) Hopper who married Joseph Amiss and had the following children: Mary A. b.abt.1825, Adaline b.abt.1827, John b.abt.1828, Ann b.abt.1829, Virginia b.abt.1832, Arbelia b.abt. 1834, and Harriet b.abt.1837.

I know Mary was the daughter of Joshua Hopper Sr. but know little about him and nothing about her mother. Have some limited info on Joseph's parents.

I do not where this family ended up. Believe they may have moved to Ohio after 1840.Any information on there ancestors and descendents would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks for Website Info

Thomas_Hopper — 2003-07-03 13:15:13Z

Thank you for your help. I have visited this site but it does not have additional information beyond what I already have.

Tom

Questions re: AMISS Reunion in Amissville, VA, USA

lfe01 — 2003-06-17 17:34:10Z

Does anyone know when the Amiss reunion in Amissville, VA takes place or even if it still goes on? Is there a website that mentions the details of this annual event? I would really like to attend this reunion if it still goes on. Thanks.

Lonnie Elrod

Website for AMISS Genealogy

lfe01 — 2003-03-21 18:51:30Z

Thomas, glad to see someone posting messages to this board. I don't know if you've been there but the website I list below has some invaluable Amiss info listed, though I did not find the names you have listed in your post. Still it may help you in some way.

http://nickbriz.home.mindspring.com/Brisbois/gen_Amiss_Genea...

Lonnie Elrod

Phillip N. AMISS: my 4x GGrandfather

2002-12-11 03:57:20Z

For Barbara Vann: I'd like anything you have, he was my GreatX4 grandfather and I don't have much on him or his ancestors, do you? Also I don't have your E-mail address!

BUTLER Photo (Spartanburg, SC): ?possible connection to AMISS?

lfe01 — 2002-07-28 15:36:05Z

Jenny, would you happen to have a relative by the name of Hilton B. Butler? You mention your grandmother's second husband had a last name of Butler. My grandmother's name was Mary Lee Amiss (her married name was Sloan) and I found a picture amongst her belongings that no one in our family knows who it is, but on the back it says, "Hilton B. Butler, age 5 years". It also has a stamp that says it was developed in Spartansburg, SC. My grandmother's father was originally from Albemarle County, VA (right around the Charlottesville area) so I'm hoping you might be able to claim this photograph. You can view it at http://members.cox.net/pje/butler/hilton-butler-front.jpg and http://members.cox.net/pje/butler/hilton-butler-back.jpg

Yes, Juanita from Charlottesville!

2002-07-28 15:33:44Z

Yes, my Juanita Amiss was from Charlottesville VA. I am very excited to hear from you. I live in Montana and have had a hard time doing the research for this part of my family. Juanita is my great grandmother. I would be very happy to receive any information you can give me. How are you related to Juanita?

Was Juanita AMISS from Charlottesville, VA, USA?

2002-07-26 16:38:54Z

Did your Juanita Amiss live in Charlottesville.VA.? If so, I have information on her ancestors.

Article re: Effie AMISS NORVELLE, dau of E. J. NORVELL (1934)

lfe01 — 2002-07-03 07:15:10Z

David, we've had previous discussions about Amiss lines in Va, and I found something that may or may not be relevant to this post. You mention a Effie Amiss Norvelle and I happen to have a newspaper article dated April 17, 1934 that mentions the suicide attempt of a Hilda Amiss. It mentions that she lived with her mother, an E.J. Norvell. This article was found in some of my grandmother's possessions but have no idea in what way she is related to me. Let me know if you'd like me to scan the article to send to you.

Have info re: Phillip N. AMISS

2002-06-28 06:16:46Z

E-mail me whatever you have read the next message I'm new at this and not that great on the computer!

Info re: Phillip N. AMISS, also Elton AMISS, etc.

2002-06-28 06:15:50Z

Hi, Elton Amiss was my 3xgreat grandma, how about you. Yes I have the kids, I need info going back the other way; you know about Constance Jones line, and Joseph Amiss. Also, I'm guessing that Newport was somebodies' last name somewhere and may be somehow connected to Newport News, Virginia. But I have no info about this. Leslie

Philip Newport AMISS, wife Polly, seven children

2002-06-28 06:14:18Z

Dear Leslie,
Philip Married Polly Basye and had 7 children. Edna/Elton/Milton/Madison/Rebecca/Mary/luvenia.
Which is the one that you descend from?

Looking forward to hearing from you,
Barb

Seeking AMISS info/ancestors (VA, USA)

2002-06-28 06:12:15Z

Hello,
My name is Dana Amiss. Iam one of the ancestors of the amiss family that originated in Virginia. I would like to know where i would be able to find any documents or history concerning my family. i may want to do some kind of website or something along those lines. if anyone knows can you reply or email me

Philip W. AMISS: bn 1879, lived Dillwyn, VA

2002-06-28 06:11:16Z

I am interested in a Phillip W. AMISS who lived in Dillwyn, VA.
He was born about 1879 in Albemarle Co., VA.
He is is listed as a surviving brother to Effie Amiss NORVELLE in her obituary. She died 24 August, 1968.
Does any of this sound familiar?

David

Gerald Leo AMISS: died 1935, buried Dillwyn VA, USA

BUNNEY — 2002-06-28 06:09:28Z

Just found my grandfathers grave in the Amiss family plot in the cemetery in Dillwyn. He died in a auto accident on July 4th 1935. On his death certificate his wifes name was Katherine Winfree Griffin. The undertaker gave us the names of Carroll P Amiss as the one that maded the arrangements. I would like to know if we have family members there and like to write to them. So I can have pictures maybe of him and I have one of him, other sibbling and his mother before her death.My grandfather's name was Gerald Leo Griffin.

Sorry, no info re: Juanita AMISS

2002-06-28 06:06:25Z

Doesn't sound familiar, sorry.

Juanita AMISS: 1903-1997 (married name DUDLEY, then BUTLER)

Jpatterson1 — 2002-06-28 06:05:26Z

I just found out my great grandmother's maiden name was Amiss. I don't know much about her other than her name was Juanita Amiss and she married a Hilman Dudley. Her second husband was Lynn Butler. She was born on March 1, 1903 and died October 20,1997. Would you happen to have any information on her or her husband. I would greatly appreciate any help you could give me.

Thank you very much
Jenny Patterson
jjbop@aol.com

Contacts re: AMISS info

2002-06-28 06:03:03Z

Leslie, I think we got your e-mail okay. Did you receive an e-mail with attachments (our Amiss files)? And it is cvf1(one)962. Actually, I am Juanita's daughter and I am helping her with building the Amiss history. You can e-mail me or my mom (ercellnita@juno.com). Let me know if you got the info. Anyone else need some Amiss info?

Please clarify contact address for sharing AMISS info

2002-06-28 06:02:18Z

Hi Juanita, I tried to E-mail you at the address you sent but it came back "unable to send". Is it 1962 or l(L)962? Anyway please E-mail me directly at LesDxn@netscape.net. Yes I would love any info you can share about the Amisses and Amissville!Thanks

More re: AMISS families of Amissville

2002-06-28 06:01:25Z

Leslie: If you would e-mail me, or my daughter, Chris, at either the above e-mail or cvf1962@juno.com, we have Constance's Husband, his brothers and sisters and parents. Yes, I have been in Amissville many times as my mother was born there. If you would like some info on that, let us know. Our info is on Family Tree Maker so we can attach the listing we have and e-mail it to you. It's almost too much for here, but if anyone else would like it, let us know. Also, we would like to communicate about your line to see if we have your information. Thanks for the e-mail.

Sharing info re: Phillip Newport AMISS & others of Amissville

2002-06-28 06:00:20Z

Hi Juanita, This is Leslie, no I didn't ever find info on Phillip Newport and ancestors yet! So I would appreciate anything you have. I can go back to Constance Jones, and that's it, I'd like to go back alot further and to the founding of Amissville, etc. Have you ever been there? My greatX3 grandma was Elton Amiss, born in Amissville. Looking forward to hearing more from you!

Have info re: AMISS Family of Amissville, VA, USA

2002-06-28 05:59:08Z

My family has lots of Amiss information that has been in the works for about 15 years. Did Leslie ever find Philip Newport's family? We have some information. My mother was Violet Christabelle Amiss of Amissville.

Seeking info re: Joseph AMISS or AMIS

MFrantum — 2002-06-28 05:57:11Z

Do you have information about Joseph Amis
Changing his name from Amiss. Was he one
of the brothers that came to Amisville area
Marie

Phillip Newport AMISS: son of Joseph & Constance (nee JONES)

2002-06-28 05:56:10Z

Leslie,
He was the son of Joseph Amis and Constance Jones. What do you want to know?