Grinstead - Family History & Genealogy Message Board

Jesse Grinstead

Soozel47 — 2012-03-20 17:16:24Z

Have reached a dead end. Jesse Grinstead, b.1750, in England. Married a French Huguenot, only have her first name Marthe. They had 4 children all born in Virgina, USA. My ancestory is a son Jesse Grinstead II, born in 1769 in Charles City, VA. If anyone has any information, I would greatly appreciate your help.

Re: Grinsteads and John "Parse" - no blood connection

s380k468 — 2012-03-20 03:44:24Z

Hi Craig,

I'm very interested in learning more about the early Grinsteads in Virginia. My line is William - William - William- John - John - John - Elizabeth Grinstead Jackson. Any information you can share would be very much appreciated! I'm also curious if you have any information about William I's parents in England. Any corrected dates are also appreciated.

Thank you!

Re: William Grinstead

nedgallway — 2012-03-10 15:06:52Z

Hey ther we just might have a connection.. I'm out of a William and Nancy Rousseau Grinstead... I have searched them back from
Elihu Green Grinstead... contack me and lets see what we have

Re: Grinsteads

nedgallway — 2012-03-09 16:47:08Z

are you still hunting info I am from a William Grinstead line maybe be are connected let me know..

Re: William Grinstead family history documentation

nedgallway — 2012-02-29 14:11:28Z

did you get the book if so where can we get another one nedgallway@yahoo.com

Re: Grinstead Book

nedgallway — 2012-02-29 13:57:06Z

I am interested in the Grinstead book please contact me nedgallway@yahoo.com

Re: Grinsteads and John "Parse" - no blood connection

NelsRasmussen — 2012-02-27 18:16:22Z

Unfortunately, I haven't yet completed the book, although I am still working towards its completion. I am, however, happy to share any information that you may want on a specific Grinstead line and I have a considerable amount of information and documents that I can share. Most of the 'new' or corrected Grinstead family information not found in the original Grinstead book comes from the earliest generations - the first five generations. Most of the later information corrects dates and adds children and spouses.
Craig

Re: Grinsteads and John "Parse" - no blood connection

Fletcher_3553 — 2012-02-27 02:15:35Z

Hello, Did you ever publish this "book' or where are you in the process. Do you have reference material?

William A Grinstead Family Bible

jaylipps — 2012-02-25 02:14:30Z

Has anyone ever heard that there is a Grinstead bible for William A. Grinstead and his children, Parker S., Elihu, Edward, Mary, Matthew. I am interested in a birth for Parker.
Thank you.

Re: Grinsteads and John "Parse" - no blood connection

poliver37 — 2012-02-12 17:46:12Z

According to my findings, I am the 3rd cousin 10X removed of Elizabeth Key thru my relative, Matthew Key (1567-1637)who was Thomas Key's (b. 1575?)first cousin. I find her story fascinating and find it most interesting that some Trees show her as the "wife" of Thomas. These are people like my 100 year old aunt who can't believe that a relative of hers would have a black child. My questions: was she called "Black Bess"? And was Agnes her mother? If not, do you know the answers? Thanks, Patsy Oliver, Modesto, CA.

Charles Meeks Grinstead

Fletcher_3553 — 2012-02-09 23:58:41Z

Born: July 1867 - died 1953. He married Kate Francis Harman (b:1871 - d. 1933. I am looking for anyone who may know when and where they married. I know they were in
charleston WV in 1900 with their daughter Lola Kathryn (b. 1889; d. 1977). I seem to not be able to find any record of their marriage. I am trying to submit an application to DAR and need this information. Please, any help is welcome.
Cathy Fletcher

Re: John J. Grinstead, M.D.

novabob1 — 2012-01-02 14:58:01Z

My new e-mail is novabob1@hotmail.com

Re: William Grinstead

nedgallway — 2011-11-10 18:31:50Z

I'm a Grinstead, with family of Williams... my family did move to Ore than to NM could it be a connection

Re: Grinstead

nedgallway — 2011-11-10 13:59:01Z

this sounds interesting,, I'm not on
ancestry so contact me through my email and we can compare notes nedgallway@yahoo.com

Re: Grinstead

jaylipps — 2011-11-10 04:26:04Z

I noticed the similiarity to the user name for the person who originated this post, Are you the same person? I believe that Marc’s grandfather was a brother to Parker S. Grinstead. I’m going to send you a message through Ancestry to continue this conversation.

Re: Grinstead

nedgallway — 2011-11-09 13:29:16Z

this sounds like where my family came from ...I don't know much about my ancestors... let me know what you have and we can compare note

Re: Looking for info

nedgallway — 2011-11-09 13:26:20Z

I am a Grinstead by Marc E and Thelma Hoffman... my grandmother was Mattie Mae Valentine Grinstead ..they were from Kansas.... not much info but maybe it will help let me know

Re: Looking for info

jaylipps — 2011-11-09 04:40:53Z

I am a descendant of Parker S. Grinstead and Mary Ann Bryant. If you have any info please contact me.
Dora Lipps

Re: Grinstead Book

pljones186 — 2011-09-04 18:30:26Z

I am interested in this as well, but if there is new information that corrects errors in the original book I'd be interested in that as well (perhaps copies of wills, etc). My 4th great-grandmother was Melissa Catherine Grinstead, daughter of Thomas Grinstead and Mary Petrie. She was born in Warren County, Kentucky in 1843. I'm interested to see her connection with William Grinstead and Elizabeth Key.

Patrick Jones
pljones96@gmail.com

Re: e: William Grinstead family history documentation

grinny33 — 2011-08-07 00:22:32Z

I am interested in any documentation and or wills.

Re: Grinsteads and John "Parse" - no blood connection

bim229 — 2011-06-12 03:14:03Z

my name is richard grimstead from virginia beach, va and i have been trying to find by first ancestors in the USA, I can trace my hertiage back to Daniel Grimsteadin Matthews County, VA. I believe I'm ralated to Richard Grimstead of old Essex County. VA. in 1670's and I'm trying to determine if I'm related to William Grinstead and Elizabeth Key???
I would like to hear about your research on thw William Grinstead's Family Tree; thanks for the information.

Re: Grinsteads and John "Parse" - no blood connection

dawudmuhammad1 — 2011-04-18 18:18:45Z

i'm writing a book "amazing facts about blacks in Newport News, Va." i want to know is there anywhere in your accounts where Elizabeth key Grinstead is referred to as Black Bessie

Authur Grinstead

Karol05 — 2010-12-29 05:05:55Z

Looking for any information I can find on Aurthur D. Grinstead born in 1888. Not a blood relative, but an important person in part of family story.

Re: Grinsteads in Barren Co KY

jansamu09 — 2010-11-10 15:03:24Z

Hello from Michigan. My interest in Grinstead is minimal. My father's stepfather was Claude Hall Johnson b. Barren Co KY. Through census information, I found his father as George W. Johnson b. Feb 1857 KY farmer and wife Cornelia on 1900 Census m. at age 19 still living in Barren Co KY. Cornelia married at age 17, died betw 1920 and 1930 census.

Here is the question: I found Geo W Johnson all the way back to the 1860 census age 4 in Barren Co KY under parents Nathan T. Johnson age 40 and wife Martha age 37. So many other families show her as Martha Grinstead but their children's names do not match up with the names on the 1850 thru 1880. The 1880 Census shows my Geo W age 23 still at home with his parents as a farmer.

Does your information on Martha Grinstead show her married to Nathan T. Johnson? Here are their children's names as I see it, all of Barren Co KY on the census:

1 Catharine E b. ~1841 KY
2 Sarah F b. ~1843 KY
3 Virgil McKnight b. Aug 1844 KY dec. 06-16-1922 KY
4 Amanda J. b. ~1848 KY
5 Tolbert F. b. Jan 1849 KY
6 Mary Ellen b. ~1851 KY
7 Minerva S. b. ~1853 KY
8 Malissa D. b. ~1855 KY
9 George W. b. Feb 1857 KY his son: Claude Hall Johnson is my Father's stepfather married to Dorothy Elizabeth (Moore) Caldwell. They met in Oak Park IL
10 Martha A. b. ~1858 KY
11 Louisa B. b. ~1859 KY
12 Clarence E. b. Jan 1863 KY

I noticed on the 1820 Census for Glasgow, Barren Co KY a listing for Henry Grinstead. Among other children, there is a mark for a female under 10 which would match Martha's age.

Also, on the 1850 census Glasgow, Barren Co KY there is a Reuben and Nancy Grinstead and family. He is a wagon maker; and on the same page a William Grinstead and family who is also a wagon maker. My Nathan T. Johnson was also a wagon maker.

What do you think? Do you have any info that backs up my Martha Johnson as a Grinstead married to Nathan T. Johnson of Barren Co KY? My Father can only add that he was from a large family and from Glasgow KY.

Janice (Caldwell) Samuelson

I would appreciate any help on knowing if this Martha married to Nathan Johnson is actually a Grinstead.

Indian Blood?

abryant73 — 2010-10-05 00:43:45Z

My great-grandmother, Charlene Eichenberger Bryant, told the story that our family had Indian blood. Unfortunately, we do not know exactly where the blood came from, and she died before she could say exactly where.

My grandfather(her son) believes that the blood comes from her mother, Jessie Jacks(Jacques) Grinstead Eichenberger, and further from her mother, Rosa Lee Jacks(Jacques) Grinstead.
Charlene and Jessie were both born in Noble, Oklahoma (Indian Territory) and Rosa was born in Rockwall, Texas.

I'm not really sure if the Indians in that area kept records of anything, because we certainly don't have any records of it, other than my great-grandmother's word. My grandfather believes that he remembers a woman named Sadie Sue from his mother's family, who was "more Indian than the rest." I assume her mother, or grandmother was a full, but I'm not quite sure who she is.

If anyone has any idea about this and could help me, I would greatly appreciate it!!!!!
Thank you,
Allison

Re: Grinsteads and John "Parse" - no blood connection

writeandrevise — 2010-09-23 16:16:05Z

It has been seven years since you first posted your claim and so far I have seen no documentation. How are you coming with that?

Re: Benjamin Crawley grinstead

VickiGrinstead — 2010-08-22 23:42:17Z

It has been 10 years since your post. I am the GGgrandson of Benjamin Grinstead. I have an old photo which has Emma, Clyde, Beatrice and Louise Grinstead pictured. Its dated 1914, I would be glad to send you a copy of this photo if you would email me at chickasawvic@brightok.net
Came across your post just surfing the net.

Travis Grinstead

Re: Grinsteads and John "Parse" - no blood connection

Leta917 — 2010-08-07 22:36:38Z

Did you ever get your book published on the Grinsteads? I would be interested if you did.

Death of Welmer Welcome Grinstead

JackGDavis — 2010-07-19 19:58:25Z

On 18 July 2010 my uncle by marriage, Welmer Welcome Grinstead (1921-2010) died at Watonga, Blaine, Oklahoma, USA. Son of William Arthur Grinstead (1888-1960) and Grandson of John Buckley Grinstead (1862-1928)

Re: Grinsteads and John "Parse" - no blood connection

txpride76550 — 2010-06-17 20:24:10Z

Thank you for all of your research. I am from the Grinstead family through Elizabeth and Williams son, William. My Great Grandmother was Verlie Grinstead and lived in Texas. I have been spending time researching my ancestors and am constantly amazed at what I find. I would love to know if you have finished your book. My mom is going to England in October and is going to research the Grinsteads. Please let me know if you have any information about William Grinsteads family in England.
I can be reached at sbcreeden@comcast.net
Thank you again, Susan

Re: Dr. John J. Grinstead, Keytesville, MO

nancyenglerth75 — 2010-06-08 02:03:39Z

We recently have found much more about Dr. John J. Grinstead who practised in Keytesville, MO. He was a vet of the Mexican War and I have a copy of his widow's application for a pension. Anyone wanting information about this person can contact me at nengle@bis.midco.net
N. E.

Re: Walter B. Grinstead b. 1842

nancyenglerth75 — 2010-06-06 02:35:27Z

Have lots of info about Walter Bishop Grinstead...let me know if you want any...

Re: John Parker Grinstead

hnealparker — 2009-12-10 04:08:26Z

I have lots of information about John Parker Grinstead. I am particularly intrigued about how you know the birthdate of his wife Mary Ann Hinds. They are are my great-great-grandparents.

Neal Parker

nparker@airmail.net

Re: Jesse Crump Grinstead b.11/26/1798

coryf179 — 2009-10-09 20:00:17Z

laurie ,,,I AM DESCENDENT OF JESSE GRINSTEAD THE 3RD WHO SETTLED IN PETTIS COUNTY MISSOURI AND SERVED IN WAR OF 1812 ..MAY MOTHERS MAIDEN NAME WAS SHIRLEY GRINSTEAD...

Re: John James GRINSTEAD

StephenGrinstead47 — 2009-07-25 10:06:21Z

I've double checked this and I am not sure this is my branch of the Grinsteads. My William was born in Hawarden, father John mother Jane Wright. I cant see that we are in the lineage with Jacqueline and co.
There are so many Johns and 2 williams so I must admit to being somewhat causious at present.
Grateful for any advice.
Rgds Stephen

Re: John James GRINSTEAD

StephenGrinstead47 — 2009-07-25 07:29:05Z

I have to admit I am a bit non plussed as to whether J&J had George Wright, Jaqualine and others. Although I am fairly certain that George & Mary Wright were Williams maternal grandparents.
My research shows the children as:- Mary 1827, Susan 1836, William 1892 and James 1839. I have come across the other names but cant with 100% certainty. I'm having problems verifying which family is the correct one :( Lets see if we can cooperate on this, any suggestions?

Re: John James GRINSTEAD

countrybump99 — 2009-07-25 01:55:11Z

Just to clarify James GRINSTEAD married Jane WRIGHT and had three sons (that we know of):
William GRINSTEAD (Stephen's ancestor)
George Wright GRINSTEAD (Janet's ancestor)
John James GRINSTEAD (Lesley's ancestor)
and 3 daughters, Jacquelina, Mary Ann and Elizabeth.

Re: John James GRINSTEAD

countrybump99 — 2009-07-25 01:51:41Z

So finally we are all related - yay!

Re: John James GRINSTEAD

janetpike55 — 2009-07-24 15:32:31Z

Hi, My Mary was married to George Wright Grinstead.
Regards, Janet

Re: Grinstead ancestry

StephenGrinstead47 — 2009-07-24 14:18:41Z

Hi Audrie, not my branch of the family I'm afraid. Mine are all in the north of England.
Rgds
Stephen

Re: grinstead ancestry

StephenGrinstead47 — 2009-07-24 14:17:36Z

Not my branch of the tree so far. I'm back to 1788'ish most of my lot are in the north.
Rgds
Stephen

Re: John James GRINSTEAD

StephenGrinstead47 — 2009-07-24 14:16:02Z

Agree, my email address is stephen@bluezone.no if you would like to communicate.
Rgds
Stephen

Re: John James GRINSTEAD

StephenGrinstead47 — 2009-07-24 14:14:55Z

Yep just sent you a mail. Let me have your up to date email adress and we can communicat a bit better.
Rgds
Stephen

Re: John James GRINSTEAD

StephenGrinstead47 — 2009-07-24 14:13:46Z

Hi Janet, just seen your reply.We've got 2 Mary's on the tree is yours Williamsd daughter? Love to hear from you.
rgds
Stephen

Re: Nova-John James

janetpike55 — 2009-05-24 11:28:29Z

Your JJ was my great uncle, the brother of my great grandfater. Have a look at my tree. Regards, Janet

Re: John James GRINSTEAD

janetpike55 — 2009-05-24 11:24:24Z

Have a look at my tree. My grandmother was Annie Grinstead and we are from Leeds, Yorkshire.

Re: John James GRINSTEAD

janetpike55 — 2009-05-24 11:21:45Z

Please have a look at my tree. I think we definitely have a connection.

Regards, Janet

Re: Grinsteads and John "Parse" - no blood connection

braddgrinstead — 2009-05-04 20:57:48Z

I am very interested in the information you have that you have documentation for. As for me I have one specific documentation problem that must be solved before I am sure which line I come from. Perhaps you know something of this. I have documentation for my ancestor Reuben Grinstead in Kentucky. He was born about 1817 and the first documented event was his marriage to Nancy Wilson. I believe his father was James II but these isn't any proof. If I can establish this connection there will be documentation back to the 1600s. It appears however that he may have been born during the journey to Kentucky from Virginia. Any thoughts or dare I presume "documentation". I know it is possible I just haven't made any connection yet.

Re: John James GRINSTEAD

janetpike55 — 2009-04-14 22:26:18Z

Hi, I am part of this family tree too. Do you have any more information. My great grandmother was Mary Ann. There is a lot of information of Rootsweb New Zealand, with photos, on the Grinstead family. Have you see it. My grandmother was Annie Grinstead.

Regards, Janet

Re: William Grinstead family history documentation

mha500 — 2009-04-09 04:46:16Z

I am seeking info on HERBERT ROSS GRINSTEAD b 13 Feb 1937 in Indiana, father Ross, mother Irene ?/ Married in 1962 in El Paso, TX, Elvina S Ramsey, 3 children; later divorced.

If he should fall into your family tree would appreicate any info you might be able to offer. thank you Mary