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     Doris Allene Burton was born on 8 October 1923 at Cobb County, Georgia. Her Social Security Number was 255-28-1423 issued before 1951 at Georgia. She married Donald Lloyd Mullen, son of Curtis Hollis Mullen and Vernice Leota Brassfield, on 25 August 1951 at Marietta, Cobb County, Georgia. Doris Allene Burton and Donald Lloyd Mullen lived at 3580 Hildon Circle, Chamblee, Dekalb County, Georgia; 30341. Doris Allene Burton was retired; from the IRS. She was widowed with the death of Donald Lloyd Mullen on 9 September 1995 at Saint Joseph's Hospital, Atlanta, Fulton County, Georgia. Doris Allene Burton was Methodist.

Doris (Burton) Mullen died on 30 July 2000 at Marietta, Cobb County, Georgia, at age 76. Funeral services were held on 3 August 2000 at Mayes Ward-Dobbins Funeral Home, Marietta, Cobb County, Georgia; at 10 a.m., with the Rev. Marcy Hardy officiating. She was buried on 3 August 2000 at Floral Hills Memory Garden, Tucker, DeKalb County, Georgia; next to her son, Michael.

     Curtis Hollis Mullen Jr. was born on 30 June 1926 at Blue Mound, Linn County, Kansas. Dr. J. T. Kennedy signed the birth certificate stating that he was born at 9 pm. He was the son of Curtis Hollis Mullen and Vernice Leota Brassfield.

Curtis Hollis Mullen Jr. died on 17 August 1927 at Topeka, Shawnee County, Kansas, at age 1; at 11:20 am. He was buried on 18 August 1927 at Topeka Cemetery, Topeka, Shawnee County, Kansas.

     Orville A. Brassfield was born on 10 August 1870 at Queen City, Schuyler County, Missouri. He was the son of James A. Brassfield and Ellen Jane Ruddell. Orville A. Brassfield appeared on the census of 1880 in the household of James A. Brassfield at Adair County, Missouri, as age 10 and had attended school, but could not write. Orville A. Brassfield and Sarah "Sallie" Elizabeth Brittain obtained a marriage license on 29 March 1892 at Trenton, Grundy County, Missouri. Orville A. Brassfield married Sarah "Sallie" Elizabeth Brittain, daughter of James Grason Brittain and Mariah "Maria" Ellen Brown, on 3 April 1892 at Half Rock, Grundy County, Missouri; in the home of her father, James G. Brittain. The ceremony was performed by Sam W. Murray, pastor of the Half Rock Baptist Church. Orville Brassfield served as a private during the Spanish American War (25 Apr 1898-12 Aug 1898). He was assigned to Company G of the 3rd Missouri Infantry.

Orville A. Brassfield appeared on the census of 1900 at Mercer County, Missouri; enumerated 28 June 1900. Orville A. Brassfield was enumerated as age 29, head of household and a painter. Sarah E. Brassfield was enumerated as his wife, age 29 and the mother of two children, both living. Included in the household were one daughter Leota Vernice age eight and one son, Olin V. age three. He appeared on the census of 1910 at Mercer County, Missouri; enumerated 15 April 1910. Orville A. Brassfield was enumerated as age 39, head of household and a house painter. Sarah E. Brassfield was enumerated as his wife, age 39 and the mother of five children, with four living. They were renting their home. Included in the household were four daughters; Bernice age seventeen, Dollie age eight, Ruby age five and Freida age two. He and Sarah "Sallie" Elizabeth Brittain were living in October 1910 at Mercer, Mercer County, Missouri.

Orville A. Brassfield appeared on the census of 1920 at Linn County, Kansas; enumerated 16 January 1920. Orvil A. Brassfield was enumerated as age 49 and a grocery store clerk. He was renting a house on Pine Street. Sarah E. Brassfield was enumerated as his wife, age 49. Included in the household were daughters, Ruby E. age sixteen and Freida L. age eleven. During 1921, Orville was in charge of one of three newspapers owned by his son-in-law, Curtis H. Mullen. He was living in 1923 at Carbon County, Wyoming. He and Sarah "Sallie" Elizabeth Brittain were living in February 1924 at Chillicothe, Livingston County, Missouri. Orville A. Brassfield and Sarah "Sallie" Elizabeth Brittain were living in 1927 at Douglas County, Nebraska. Orville A. Brassfield appeared on the census of 1930 at Douglas County, Nebraska; enumerated 8 April 1930. Orville Brassfield was enumerated as head of household, age 59 and an unemployed painter. Sarah Brassfield was enumerated as his wife, age 59 and a self employed dressmaker. Included in the household was a daughter Frieda, age 21 and she was working as a saleslady at the Dollar Store. The Brassfields were living on Templeton Street and paying $40 a month rent. He was a painter. He and Sarah "Sallie" Elizabeth Brittain lived in August 1933 at 1817 Locust Street, Omaha, Douglas County, Nebraska.

Orville A. Brassfield died on 1 September 1933 at 1817 Locust Street, Omaha, Douglas County, Nebraska, at age 63; of angina pectoris. Arrangements were handled by Harry E. Swanson & Co. of Omaha. The body was shipped to Gault, Missouri for burial. He was buried at Half Rock Cemetery, Half Rock, Mercer County, Missouri.

     Sarah "Sallie" Elizabeth Brittain was born on 2 October 1870 at Grundy County, Missouri. She was the daughter of James Grason Brittain and Mariah "Maria" Ellen Brown. Sarah "Sallie" Elizabeth Brittain appeared on the census of 1880 in the household of her father, James Grason Brittain at Grundy County, Missouri, as age nine and a student.

Sarah "Sallie" Elizabeth Brittain and Orville A. Brassfield obtained a marriage license on 29 March 1892 at Trenton, Grundy County, Missouri. Sarah "Sallie" Elizabeth Brittain married Orville A. Brassfield, son of James A. Brassfield and Ellen Jane Ruddell, on 3 April 1892 at Half Rock, Grundy County, Missouri; in the home of her father, James G. Brittain. The ceremony was performed by Sam W. Murray, pastor of the Half Rock Baptist Church. Sarah "Sallie" Elizabeth (Brittain) Brassfield appeared on the census of 1900 in the household of Orville A. Brassfield at Mercer County, Missouri; enumerated 28 June 1900. Orville A. Brassfield was enumerated as age 29, head of household and a painter. Sarah E. Brassfield was enumerated as his wife, age 29 and the mother of two children, both living. Included in the household were one daughter Leota Vernice age eight and one son, Olin V. age three.

Sarah "Sallie" Elizabeth (Brittain) Brassfield appeared on the census of 1910 in the household of Orville A. Brassfield at Mercer County, Missouri; enumerated 15 April 1910. Orville A. Brassfield was enumerated as age 39, head of household and a house painter. Sarah E. Brassfield was enumerated as his wife, age 39 and the mother of five children, with four living. They were renting their home. Included in the household were four daughters; Bernice age seventeen, Dollie age eight, Ruby age five and Freida age two. Sarah "Sallie" Elizabeth Brittain and Orville A. Brassfield were living in October 1910 at Mercer, Mercer County, Missouri. Sally's sister, Effie Snapp had planned to arrive on December 23, 1918, for Christmas and to attend her niece's wedding on the 29th. However, a snow storm caused her to stay in Kincaid, eight miles away, from the 23th until the 26th. Effie left Blue Mound on January 1, 1919 for her home in Galt, Missouri.

Sarah "Sallie" Elizabeth (Brittain) Brassfield appeared on the census of 1920 in the household of Orville A. Brassfield at Linn County, Kansas; enumerated 16 January 1920. Orvil A. Brassfield was enumerated as age 49 and a grocery store clerk. He was renting a house on Pine Street. Sarah E. Brassfield was enumerated as his wife, age 49. Included in the household were daughters, Ruby E. age sixteen and Freida L. age eleven. Sarah "Sallie" Elizabeth Brittain and Orville A. Brassfield were living in February 1924 at Chillicothe, Livingston County, Missouri. Sarah "Sallie" Elizabeth Brittain and Orville A. Brassfield were living in 1927 at Douglas County, Nebraska. Sarah "Sallie" Elizabeth (Brittain) Brassfield appeared on the census of 1930 in the household of Orville A. Brassfield at Douglas County, Nebraska; enumerated 8 April 1930. Orville Brassfield was enumerated as head of household, age 59 and an unemployed painter. Sarah Brassfield was enumerated as his wife, age 59 and a self employed dressmaker. Included in the household was a daughter Frieda, age 21 and she was working as a saleslady at the Dollar Store. The Brassfields were living on Templeton Street and paying $40 a month rent. Sarah "Sallie" Elizabeth Brittain and Orville A. Brassfield lived in August 1933 at 1817 Locust Street, Omaha, Douglas County, Nebraska.

Sarah "Sallie" Elizabeth Brittain was widowed with the death of Orville A. Brassfield on 1 September 1933 at 1817 Locust Street, Omaha, Douglas County, Nebraska. On 1 Nov 1933, Sarah E Brassfield filed an application for a military headstone for Orville's grave to honor his service during during the Spanish American War. She requested it be shipped to Mr Arthur Owens of Princeton, Mercer County, Missouri. The application was approved and the marker ordered on 20 Nov 1933. Sarah "Sallie" Elizabeth Brittain lived on 30 December 1948 at 1806 Ohio, Omaha, Douglas County, Nebraska. She moved in 1950 to Topeka, Shawnee County, Kansas, from Omaha, Nebraska. She lived in 1951 at 1016 Jefferson, Topeka, Shawnee County, Kansas. Sallie Brittain "had great natural artistic ability. She did some marvelous work by her own initiative - her hands were always busy and many people were made happy with her gifts of oil paintings and hand made articles." She was a member of the First Baptist Church of Topeka.

Sarah "Sallie" Elizabeth (Brittain) Brassfield died on 6 March 1958 at Ideal Nursing Home, Topeka, Shawnee County, Kansas, at age 87. Funeral services were held at Half Rock, Grundy County, Missouri. She was buried on 11 March 1958 at Half Rock Cemetery, Half Rock, Mercer County, Missouri; with the Penwell-Gabel Funeral Home of Topeka in charge of arrangements.

     James Grason Brittain was born on 10 December 1840 at near Galesburg, Knox County, Illinois. He was the son of Francis McGuire Brittain and Feiminy Larimore. James Grason Brittain was also known as Jim Brittain. Before James G. Brittain was three years old, the family moved to Keokuk County, Iowa, where they farmed. He appeared on the census of 1850 in the household of Francis McGuire Brittain at Keokuk County, Iowa, as age nine. In the spring of 1856, they moved to Missouri. James Grason Brittain appeared on the census of 1860 in the household of Francis McGuire Brittain at Grundy County, Missouri, as James age 18, a student and a farm laborer.

James Grason Brittain married Mary Elizabeth Barnes on 15 September 1860 at Half Rock, Mercer County, Missouri. "When he was twenty, he secured the sixty acres just east of his father's place. His older brother George W. bought the farm just northeast --- and they lived close together for more than fifty years." James Grason enlisted in Company A, 23rd Missouri Regiment of the Union Army at Macon, Missouri. R. D. Brittain's history has a good outline of James G. Brittain's war experiences. After the war, James returned to farming. He bought 40 acres that joined his farm to the east, built a larger home and a large barn. The barn was still standing in 1952, but the house had been destroyed by fire. James G. Brittain returned home from the Civil War on 20 June 1865. James Grason Brittain was widowed with the death of his wife, Mary Elizabeth (Barnes) Brittain circa February 1867 at Mercer County, Missouri.

James Grason Brittain married Mariah "Maria" Ellen Brown, daughter of William Woodward Brown and Mary Jane Donaldson, on 4 October 1868. James Grason Brittain appeared on the census of 1870 at Grundy County, Missouri; enumerated 12 Aug. James was enumerated as age 29 and a farmer with $1200 value in real estate and $650 value in personal property. Marie E. Brittain was enumerated as age 22 and keeping house. Maggy Brittain was enumerated as born in August and age ten months. The head of household was listed as Catherine Johnson age 61. He appeared on the census of 1880 at Grundy County, Missouri; enumerated 12 June. James was enumerated as age 39, head of household and a farmer. Mariah was enumerated as Maria E., wife of James, age 31 and keeping house. Brittain children included in the household were; Margaret age ten, Sarah E. age nine, Effie L. age seven, Richard age four and Fannie age one. Also living in the household was a nephew, William Brown age ten. He appeared on the census of 1900 at Grundy County, Missouri; enumerated 8 June. James was enumerated as age 59, head of household, and a farmer. Mariah E. was enumerated as his wife, age 51 and the mother of seven children with five living. James owned his farm with a mortgage, listed as number 41 on the farm schedule. James and Mariah had been married for 31 years. Included in the household were two daughters, Effie L. age 26 and Fannie age 21 and two sons; Richard D. age 24 and Jesse age nineteen.

James Grason Brittain appeared on the census of 1910 at Grundy County, Missouri; enumerated 19 April. James G. was enumerated as age 70, head of household and a farmer. Mariah E. was enumerated as his wife, age 61 and the mother of seven children, with five living. Their fruit farm, number 43 on the farm schedule, was owned free of mortgage. James G. and Marie Ellen Brittain lived on their farm until selling it in 1915 to Alf Cooper, a nephew. They lived the rest of their lives in Galt, Missouri. He appeared on the census of 1920 at Grundy County, Missouri; enumerated 7 January. James G. was enumerated as age 79 and head of household. Maria E. was enumerated as his wife, age 71. They owned their home on Chestnut Street in Galt, free of mortgage. Included in the household was James' brother in law, Richard D. Brown age 69.

James Grason Brittain was widowed with the death of his wife, Mariah Ellen (Brown) Brittain on 11 April 1921 at Galt, Grundy County, Missouri. James Grason Brittain appeared on the census of 1930 at Grundy County, Missouri; enumerated 16 April. James G. Brittain was enumerated as head of household, age 89 and widowed. He owned his home valued at $1500. Effie was enumerated as Effie L. Snapp, daughter of head of household, age 56, and widowed. He was "a very faithful member of the Baptist churches in Half Rock and Galt, Missouri, until it was impossible for him to attend."

James Grason Brittain died on 21 June 1933 at Galt, Grundy County, Missouri, at age 92; at 10 p.m., of stomach cancer. He was buried on 23 June 1933 at Half Rock Cemetery, Half Rock, Mercer County, Missouri.

     Olin M. Brassfield was born circa 1897 at Missouri. He was the son of Orville A. Brassfield and Sarah "Sallie" Elizabeth Brittain. Olin M. Brassfield appeared on the census of 1900 in the household of Orville A. Brassfield at Mercer County, Missouri, as age three. Olin M. Brassfield died in 1901 at Missouri of scarlet fever. He was buried at Half Rock Cemetery, Half Rock, Mercer County, Missouri.

     Dolly Fae Brassfield was born on 28 December 1900 at Mercer County, Missouri. She was the daughter of Orville A. Brassfield and Sarah "Sallie" Elizabeth Brittain. Dolly Fae Brassfield appeared on the census of 1910 in the household of her father, Orville A. Brassfield at Mercer County, Missouri, as Dollie age eight and attending school. A bad snow storm hit Linn County on 23 December 1918, shutting down the railroads and making the roads impassable. Dollie's aunt, Effie Snapp had planned to arrive on December 23 for Christmas and Dollie's wedding. The storm delayed her arrival until December 26, causing her to stay in Kincaid only eight miles away. Dolly Fae Brassfield married Benjamin Oscar Brown on 29 December 1918 at Blue Mound, Linn County, Kansas; at the Brassfield home, with the Rev. C. Arthur Hull officiating. The romance began when both Ben and Dollie lived in Mountain View, Missouri. Dolly Fae Brassfield was a compositor at The Blue Mound Sun at Blue Mound, Linn County, Kansas. "She had learned the trade when The Sun editor, her brother-in-law, published a paper in Hazelton, Indiana." She and Benjamin Oscar Brown moved on 30 December 1919 to Dodge, Nebraska, where Ben was the local agent for the Chicago and Northwestern railroad. Dolly (Brassfield) Brown appeared on the census of 1920 in the household of Benjamin Oscar Brown at Linn County, Kansas; enumerated 16 January. Bennie age 21 and Dollie T. age 19 were both working at the Blue Mound Sun newspaper office and living on Pine Street next door to her parents. Dolly Fae Brassfield applied for a Social Security Number on 30 November 1942, while living at 1414 Sherwood, Omaha, Nebraska. Her Social Security Number was 507-22-9707 issued December 1942 at Nebraska. As of January 1960, Dollie and Benny Brown lived at 723 Patricia Street, San Mateo, California. Dollie worked for J. C. Penneys during 1960. She was widowed with the death of Benjamin Oscar Brown on 27 November 1987 at San Jose, Santa Clara County, California. Dolly Fae Brassfield lived on 8 August 1991 at 616 Hermitage Street, San Jose, California.

Dolly (Brassfield) Brown died on 13 August 1997 at El Cajon, San Diego County, California, at age 96. She was buried at Cedar Lawn Cemetery, Fremont, Alameda County, California; sharing a double marker with her husband.

     Ruby E. Brassfield was born on 29 August 1903 at Half Rock, Mercer County, Missouri. She was the daughter of Orville A. Brassfield and Sarah "Sallie" Elizabeth Brittain. Ruby E. Brassfield appeared on the census of 1910 in the household of her father, Orville A. Brassfield at Mercer County, Missouri, as age five. Ruby E. Brassfield appeared on the census of 1920 in the household of her father, Orville A. Brassfield at Linn County, Kansas, as age sixteen. Ruby E. Brassfield married Omer William "Slim" Cunningham on 21 November 1925 at Topeka, Shawnee County, Kansas; at 4 p.m. Ruby (Brassfield) Cunningham appeared on the census of 1930 in the household of Omer William "Slim" Cunningham at Shawnee County, Kansas; enumerated 19 April. Omer was enumerated as head of household, age 27 and a truck driver. Ruby was enumerated as his wife, age 26. Included in the household were, a son James W. age one and a half, Omer's mother, two brothers and three nephews. They were renting their home at 843 Quincy Street. Ruby (Brassfield) Cunningham and Omer William "Slim" Cunningham lived in April 1940 at 1335 Madison Street, Topeka, Kansas. Ruby (Brassfield) Cunningham appeared on the census of 1940 in the household of Omer William "Slim" Cunningham at Shawnee County, Kansas; enumerated 10 April. Omer Cunningham was enumerated as the 37 year old head of household and he supplied the family's information to the enumerator. He had worked 49 weeks during 1939, earning $1,200 and was paying $20 monthly rent for the family's home. Ruby Cunningham was enumerated as his 36 year old wife and they both had completed their education at eighth grade. Three sons were enumerated as James W age 11, Harold D age 8 and 4 year old Robert L. James had completed fifth grade and Harold had completed second grade. Ruby (Brassfield) Cunningham was a member of the First Baptist Church of Topeka. She was employed by Pelletier's Department Store as a "buyer for the fancy work department." She suffered the death of her son, Robert Lee Cunningham on 18 March 1959. As of January 1960, the Cunninghams lived at 1010 Jefferson, Topeka, Kansas. Ruby was head of the Art Department in Pelletiers. Ruby (Brassfield) Cunningham and Omer William "Slim" Cunningham lived in 1961 at 1010 Jefferson, Topeka, Shawnee County, Kansas. Ruby (Brassfield) Cunningham died on 11 February 1961 at 1010 Jefferson, Topeka, Shawnee County, Kansas, at age 57; "at her home after a short illness." She was buried at Mount Hope Cemetery, Topeka, Shawnee County, Kansas; under the direction of Penwell-Gabel Funeral Home in Sunset Lot 115, Space 5.

     Freida Lora Brassfield was born on 1 June 1908 at Half Rock, Mercer County, Missouri. She was the daughter of Orville A. Brassfield and Sarah "Sallie" Elizabeth Brittain. Freida Lora Brassfield appeared on the census of 1910 in the household of her father, Orville A. Brassfield at Mercer County, Missouri, as age two. Freida Lora Brassfield appeared on the census of 1920 in the household of her father, Orville A. Brassfield at Linn County, Kansas, as age eleven. Freida Lora Brassfield was graduated at Chillicothe, Livingston County, Missouri; from Chillicothe High School. She appeared on the census of 1930 in the household of her father, Orville A. Brassfield at Douglas County, Nebraska, as age 21 and working as a saleslady at the Dollar Store.

Freida Lora Brassfield married Leon Debs Haley in 1932 at Omaha, Douglas County, Nebraska. Freida Lora Brassfield applied for a Social Security Number on 23 November 1945, while living at 4421 N. 23th Street, Omaha, Nebraska. Her Social Security Number was 507-30-6373 issued November 1945 at Nebraska. The Haley family lived in Omaha for 17 years before moving to Wausa in 1949. She was widowed with the death of Leon Debs Haley on 26 November 1949 at Wausa, Knox County, Nebraska. Freida, her daughter, Connie and her son, Pat visited Curtis and Vernice Mullen in Canton, Mississippi during July 1956. Freida and her sister, Vernice were making Connie's wedding dress. They were members of the United Methodist Church in Wausa. Freida was a bookkeeper for a hatchery. As of January 1960, Freida was employed as a secretary for a lawyer and insurance salesman in Wausa, Nebraska. She lived in California for ten years and worked in a Boy Scout Council office. Upon retirement she moved to Morrill, Nebraska, near her daughter, Carol. While living in Morrill, she served as a volunteer grandmother in the schools. Freida lived in Parkview Manor and Good Shepherd Home after moving to Blair. Vernice was Freida's favorite sister, but she was easily put out with Dollie. Freida couldn't stand that Dollie wore anklets with high heel shoes.

Freida (Brassfield) Haley died on 18 August 1998 at Tekamah Nursing Center, Blair, Washington County, Nebraska, at age 90. A prayer service was held at 7 p.m. on Thursday, 20 August 1998, at Campbell - Aman Funeral Home. Funeral services were held on 22 August 1998 at First Lutheran Church, Blair, Washington County, Nebraska; at 10:30 a.m. She was buried on 22 August 1998 at Woodlawn Cemetery, Wausa, Knox County, Nebraska; with graveside services at 3 p.m. Freida was buried next to her husband, Leon Debs Haley.

     James A. Brassfield was born on 1 March 1842 at Adair County, Missouri. He was the son of William Trammel Brassfield and Nancy Lay. James A. Brassfield appeared on the census of 1850 in the household of William Trammel Brassfield at Adair County, Missouri, as age ten. James A. Brassfield appeared on the census of 1860 in the household of Thomas L. Brassfield at Adair County, Missouri, as age an eighteen year old farm laborer who had attended school within the year. During the Civil War, James A. Brassfield served as a Private in Companies H & M, 12th Regiment, Illinois Cavalry, Union Army. James A. Brassfield was also known as Rev. James A. Brassfield.

James A. Brassfield married Ellen Jane Ruddell, daughter of John F. Ruddell and Mary McCamy Pennington, on 23 April 1868 at Schuyler County, Missouri; with the ceremony performed Abner T. Simerl, Justice of the Peace and Ellen's uncle by marriage. James A. Brassfield was pastor of the Baptist Church at Farley, Missouri. He and Ellen Jane (Ruddell) Brassfield moved circa 1870 to Mercer County, Missouri. James A. Brassfield appeared on the census of 1870 in the household of William Trammel Brassfield at Schuyler County, Missouri, as age 28 and a farmer with $100 value in personal property. Also included in the household was his wife Ellen. James A. Brassfield and Ellen Jane (Ruddell) Brassfield lived in June 1880 at Kirksville, Missouri; next to his nephew Albert Wilcher.

James A. Brassfield appeared on the census of 1880 at Adair County, Missouri; enumerated 7 June. James was enumerated as age 36, head of household and working on the rail road. Ellen J. was enumerated as his wife, age 31 and keeping house. Included in the household were son, Orville A. age ten and daughter Mary M. age four. He appeared on the census of 1900 at Mercer County, Missouri; enumerated 2 June. James A. was enumerated as age 58, head of household and a clergyman. Ellen J. was enumerated as his wife, age 51 and the mother of five children, with three still living. They owned their home with a mortgage. The Brassfield's daughter Minnie (Mary M.) and her husband Millard Markland were living next door with an uncle according to the 1900 census. Oren Oda Golden and Fannie Brittain were married by Rev. James A. Brassfield on 24 August 1904 at Mercer County, Missouri; with the ceremony performed by Rev James Brassfield. He appeared on the census of 1910 at Mercer County, Missouri; enumerated 15 April. James was enumerated as age 65, head of household and a minister. Ellen J. was enumerated as his wife, age 60, the mother of five children with three living. They owned their home free of mortgage. He was pastor of the Fairley Church at the time of his death.

Rev. James A. Brassfield died on 14 October 1910 at Mercer, Mercer County, Missouri, at age 68; of pneumonia, at 11 pm at his home. James A. Brassfield's obituary reads in part as: "Rev. Brassfield lived a pure Christian life, and by his kind deeds he won a place in the hearts of all. His work in the cause has been great and he will not soon be forgotten." Funeral services were held at Fairhaven Church, Somersett Township, Mercer County, Missouri; by the Rev. Wm. E. Kauffman. He was buried at Ravanna Cemetery, Ravanna, Mercer County, Missouri.

     Ellen Jane Ruddell was born on 26 May 1849 at Springfield, Sangamon County, Illinois. She was the daughter of John F. Ruddell and Mary McCamy Pennington. Ellen Jane Ruddell appeared on the census of 1850 in the household of John F. Ruddell at Henderson County, Illinois, as age one. Ellen Jane Ruddell was united with the Christain church when she was quite young. She appeared on the census of 1860 in the household of John F. Ruddell at Henry County, Missouri, as age ten. Ellen Jane Ruddell became a member of the Baptist church and remained a member until her death. She moved circa 1867 to Missouri; with her parents from Illinois. She had been educated in Illinois and after settling in Missouri, she taught school for several terms.

Ellen Jane Ruddell married James A. Brassfield, son of William Trammel Brassfield and Nancy Lay, on 23 April 1868 at Schuyler County, Missouri; with the ceremony performed Abner T. Simerl, Justice of the Peace and Ellen's uncle by marriage. Ellen Jane (Ruddell) Brassfield and James A. Brassfield moved circa 1870 to Mercer County, Missouri. Ellen Jane (Ruddell) Brassfield appeared on the census of 1870 in the household of William Trammel Brassfield at Schuyler County, Missouri, as age 21. Also included in the household was her husband James Brassfield. Ellen Jane (Ruddell) Brassfield and James A. Brassfield lived in June 1880 at Kirksville, Missouri; next to his nephew Albert Wilcher. Ellen Jane (Ruddell) Brassfield appeared on the census of 1880 in the household of James A. Brassfield at Adair County, Missouri; enumerated 7 June. James was enumerated as age 36, head of household and working on the rail road. Ellen J. was enumerated as his wife, age 31 and keeping house. Included in the household were son, Orville A. age ten and daughter Mary M. age four.

Ellen Jane (Ruddell) Brassfield appeared on the census of 1900 in the household of James A. Brassfield at Mercer County, Missouri; enumerated 2 June. James A. was enumerated as age 58, head of household and a clergyman. Ellen J. was enumerated as his wife, age 51 and the mother of five children, with three still living. They owned their home with a mortgage. Ellen Jane (Ruddell) Brassfield appeared on the census of 1910 in the household of James A. Brassfield at Mercer County, Missouri; enumerated 15 April. James was enumerated as age 65, head of household and a minister. Ellen J. was enumerated as his wife, age 60, the mother of five children with three living. They owned their home free of mortgage. Ellen Jane (Ruddell) Brassfield was widowed with the death of her husband, Rev. James A. Brassfield on 14 October 1910 at Mercer, Mercer County, Missouri. Ellen Jane (Ruddell) Brassfield was described as "being deeply interested in church work , nobly did her part in assisting her husband in all his ministerial labors."

Ellen Jane (Ruddell) Brassfield died on 2 February 1924 at 1125 Clay Street, Chillicothe, Livingston County, Missouri, at age 74; in the home of her daughter, McCamy Brassfield Brittain, at 2 a.m., of pneumonia. Mrs. Brassfield has been an invalid for many years. Funeral services were held on 3 February 1924 at Chillicothe, Livingston County, Missouri; at 3 p.m., at the N. M. Brittain home conducted by Rev. W. H. Breagle, pastor of the First Baptist Church. After the service, Mrs. Brassfield's remains left Chillicothe on the 4 p.m. Wabash train for Ravanna, accompanied by family members. Her remains were taken to the M. A. Lowry home for the night. Funeral services were held again on 4 February 1924 at Mercer Baptist Church, Mercer, Mercer County, Missouri; conducted by Rev. W. E. Kauffman of Princeton, Missouri. She was buried on 4 February 1924 at Ravanna Cemetery, Ravanna, Mercer County, Missouri, under the direction of O. A. Moore, undertaker.

     John F. Ruddell was born circa 1824 at Kentucky. He married Mary McCamy Pennington, daughter of William Pennington and Grace "Gracy" Akin Houston, on 24 August 1848 at Henderson County, Illinois. John F. Ruddell appeared on the census of 1850 at Henderson County, Illinois; enumerated 25 September. R. C. Huston, a farmer, age 26 was enumerated as head of household with Nancy Huston age 21. John Ruddle was enumerated as a farmer, age 26, with $600 in real estate. McCamy Ruddle was enumerated as age 20 and Ellen Ruddle was enumerated as age one. He appeared on the census of 1860 at Henry County, Missouri; enumerated 16 June. John F. was enumerated as head of household, age 30 and a farmer with real estate valued at $160 and personal property valued at $260. Mary M. was enumerated as age 29. Ruddell children enumerated were Ellen J. age ten, Eden age eight, Nancy A. age six, John age two and Amanda age two months. Also included in the household was a farm laborer, John Mathing age 24.

John F. Ruddell appeared on the census of 1870 at Schuyler County, Missouri; enumerated 16 July. Head of household, John F. was enumerated as age 46 and a farmer with $150 value in real estate and $300 value in personal property and eligible to vote. Mary M. age 38, was keeping house. Enumerated with them were John N. age twelve, Amanda age nine, Elvira age seven, George age three and Charles age six months born in December 1869. John and Amanda could not write, Elvira and George could not read or write. Amanda and Elvira attended school during the year and John was farming. He appeared on the census of 1880 at Schuyler County, Missouri; enumerated 30 June. John F. Ruddle was enumerated as a farmer, age 56 with a liver complaint. Mary M. age 48, was enumerated as his wife. Included in the household were his three sons; John N. age 22, George E. age fourteen and Charles E. age ten. John N. was farming, George was at home and Charles had attended school within the year.

John F. Ruddell died before 4 June 1900 at Schuyler County, Missouri; as his wife was listed as a widow on the 1900 census.

     Mary McCamy Pennington was born circa 1830 at Tennessee. She was the daughter of William Pennington and Grace "Gracy" Akin Houston. Mary McCamy Pennington married John F. Ruddell on 24 August 1848 at Henderson County, Illinois. Mary McCamy (Pennington) Ruddell appeared on the census of 1850 in the household of John F. Ruddell at Henderson County, Illinois; enumerated 25 September. R. C. Huston, a farmer, age 26 was enumerated as head of household with Nancy Huston age 21. John Ruddle was enumerated as a farmer, age 26, with $600 in real estate. McCamy Ruddle was enumerated as age 20 and Ellen Ruddle was enumerated as age one. Mary McCamy (Pennington) Ruddell appeared on the census of 1860 in the household of John F. Ruddell at Henry County, Missouri; enumerated 16 June. John F. was enumerated as head of household, age 30 and a farmer with real estate valued at $160 and personal property valued at $260. Mary M. was enumerated as age 29. Ruddell children enumerated were Ellen J. age ten, Eden age eight, Nancy A. age six, John age two and Amanda age two months. Also included in the household was a farm laborer, John Mathing age 24.

Mary McCamy (Pennington) Ruddell appeared on the census of 1870 in the household of John F. Ruddell at Schuyler County, Missouri; enumerated 16 July. Head of household, John F. was enumerated as age 46 and a farmer with $150 value in real estate and $300 value in personal property and eligible to vote. Mary M. age 38, was keeping house. Enumerated with them were John N. age twelve, Amanda age nine, Elvira age seven, George age three and Charles age six months born in December 1869. John and Amanda could not write, Elvira and George could not read or write. Amanda and Elvira attended school during the year and John was farming. Mary McCamy (Pennington) Ruddell suffered the death of her mother, Grace "Gracy" Akin (Houston) Pennington on 6 October 1872 at Greentop, Schuyler County, Missouri. Mary McCamy (Pennington) Ruddell appeared on the census of 1880 in the household of John F. Ruddell at Schuyler County, Missouri; enumerated 30 June. John F. Ruddle was enumerated as a farmer, age 56 with a liver complaint. Mary M. age 48, was enumerated as his wife. Included in the household were his three sons; John N. age 22, George E. age fourteen and Charles E. age ten. John N. was farming, George was at home and Charles had attended school within the year. Mary McCamy (Pennington) Ruddell suffered the death of her father, William Pennington on 30 October 1888 at Queen City, Schuyler County, Missouri.

Mary McCamy (Pennington) Ruddell was widowed with the death of her husband, John F. Ruddell before 4 June 1900 at Schuyler County, Missouri. Mary McCamy (Pennington) Ruddell appeared on the census of 1900 at Schuyler County, Missouri; enumerated 4 June. Mary was enumerated as head of household, age 72 and widowed. She was unable to give the census taker the month and year of her birth. She was also unable to report the birth places of her parents, which she had given as Tennessee on the 1880 census. Enumerated in the household was her son Charles, age 30, and divorced. They were living next door to her son John N. and his family.

Mary McCamy (Pennington) Ruddell died between 4 June 1900 and 21 April 1910; as she doesn't appear on 1910 census with her family.

     Mary McCamy Brassfield was born on 21 June 1875 at Willmathsville, Adair County, Missouri. She was the daughter of James A. Brassfield and Ellen Jane Ruddell. Mary McCamy Brassfield appeared on the census of 1880 in the household of James A. Brassfield at Adair County, Missouri, as Mary M. age four. Mary McCamy Brassfield married Nathan McGuire Brittain, son of Francis McGuire Brittain and Elizabeth Malone Dalton, on 29 November 1891 at Grundy County, Missouri; at the residence of A. J. Lindy, J. P. Mary McCamy (Brassfield) Brittain appeared on the census of 1900 in the household of Nathan McGuire Brittain at Mercer County, Missouri; enumerated 18 June 1900. Nathan M. Brittain was enumerated as age 28, head of household and a farmer. McCamy M. Brittain was enumerated as age 24 and the mother of two children, both living. Nathan owned his farm free of mortgage, listed as number 151 on the farm schedule. Included in the household were one son, Alva Elgon age six and one daughter, Katha E. age three. Mary McCamy (Brassfield) Brittain appeared on the census of 1910 in the household of Nathan McGuire Brittain at Howell County, Missouri; enumerated 19 April 1910. Nathan Brittain was enumerated as age 37. McCany Brittain was enumerated as age 34. Included in the household were two sons, Alva E. age sixteen and Denver age one, and three daughters; Catha age thirteen, Vera age eight and Donna age four. Alva, Catha and Vera were attending school. The family was living in a rented house on the second street of the Pellock addition #1 in Mountain View. Mary McCamy Brassfield was living in October 1910 at Polk County, Missouri. She and Nathan McGuire Brittain moved in 1917 to Chillicothe, Livingston County, Missouri.

Mary McCamy (Brassfield) Brittain appeared on the census of 1920 in the household of Nathan McGuire Brittain at Livingston County, Missouri; enumerated 8 January 1920. Head of household, Nathan M. Brittain was enumerated as age 46. McCamy Brittain was enumerated as age 44. Included in the household were two sons, Alva age 25 and Denver age eleven and two daughters, Vera age eight and Donna age fourteen. Vera, Donna and Denver were attending school. Mary McCamy (Brassfield) Brittain and Nathan McGuire Brittain lived in February 1924 at 1125 Clay Street, Chillicothe; at thr time of her mother's death. Ellen Jane Ruddell Brassfield died on 2 February 1924 at the home of her daughter and son-in-law, McCamy and Nathan Brittain. On 24 March 1924, The Chillicothe Constitution reported that "Mrs. John C. May and daughter" were visiting her parents, Mr. and Mrs. N. M. Brittain. Mary McCamy (Brassfield) Brittain appeared on the census of 1930 in the household of Nathan McGuire Brittain at Livingston County, Missouri; enumerated 2 April. N M Brittain was enumerated as age 57, head of household and the owner of an auto parts store. McCamey Brittain was enumerated as his wife age 54. They were paying $25 a month rent for their home at 408 Jackson Street. Included in the household was a son, Denver Brittain age 21 and a salesman at a grocery store.

Mary McCamy (Brassfield) Brittain died on 3 July 1950 at Laughlin Hospital, Kirksville, Adair County, Missouri, at age 75; at 4:15 a.m. Funeral services were held on 5 July 1950 at First Baptist Church, Chillicothe, Livingston County, Missouri; at 2:30 p.m. Officiating were "the Rev. Ralph M. G. Smith, pastor of the Kirksville Baptist Church, assisted by the Rev. A. S. Day, pastor of the First Baptist Church." The pallbearers were her two sons, Alva E. and Denver D. Brittain, her grandson, Jack Brittain and her three son-in-laws, Ed Swain, Jr., John C. May and Edgar F. Myers. She was buried at Resthaven Memorial Gardens, Chillicothe, Livingston County, Missouri; under the direction of Norman Funeral Home.

     Nathan McGuire Brittain was born on 1 February 1873 at near Half Rock, Grundy County, Missouri. He was the son of Francis McGuire Brittain and Elizabeth Malone Dalton. Nathan McGuire Brittain appeared on the census of 1880 in the household of his father, Francis McGuire Brittain at Grundy County, Missouri, as age seven and a student. Nathan McGuire Brittain married Mary McCamy Brassfield, daughter of James A. Brassfield and Ellen Jane Ruddell, on 29 November 1891 at Grundy County, Missouri; at the residence of A. J. Lindy, J. P. Nathan McGuire Brittain appeared on the census of 1900 at Mercer County, Missouri; enumerated 18 June 1900. Nathan M. Brittain was enumerated as age 28, head of household and a farmer. McCamy M. Brittain was enumerated as age 24 and the mother of two children, both living. Nathan owned his farm free of mortgage, listed as number 151 on the farm schedule. Included in the household were one son, Alva Elgon age six and one daughter, Katha E. age three. He was a real estate agent in 1910 at Mountain View, Howell County, Missouri.

Nathan McGuire Brittain appeared on the census of 1910 at Howell County, Missouri; enumerated 19 April 1910. Nathan Brittain was enumerated as age 37. McCany Brittain was enumerated as age 34. Included in the household were two sons, Alva E. age sixteen and Denver age one, and three daughters; Catha age thirteen, Vera age eight and Donna age four. Alva, Catha and Vera were attending school. The family was living in a rented house on the second street of the Pellock addition #1 in Mountain View. He and Mary McCamy (Brassfield) Brittain moved in 1917 to Chillicothe, Livingston County, Missouri. Nathan McGuire Brittain was a Baptist and a member of the First Baptist Church of Chillicothe. He was a real estate agent in 1920 at Chillicothe, Livingston County, Missouri. He appeared on the census of 1920 at Livingston County, Missouri; enumerated 8 January 1920. Head of household, Nathan M. Brittain was enumerated as age 46. McCamy Brittain was enumerated as age 44. Included in the household were two sons, Alva age 25 and Denver age eleven and two daughters, Vera age eight and Donna age fourteen. Vera, Donna and Denver were attending school. When the First Baptist Church organized the Men's Felowship Bible Class in July 1924, Nathan was elected class poet. Every Sunday for many years he presented the class with an original poem based on the day's lesson. He and Mary McCamy (Brassfield) Brittain lived in February 1924 at 1125 Clay Street, Chillicothe; at thr time of her mother's death. Ellen Jane Ruddell Brassfield died on 2 February 1924 at the home of her daughter and son-in-law, McCamy and Nathan Brittain. On 24 March 1924, The Chillicothe Constitution reported that "Mrs. John C. May and daughter" were visiting her parents, Mr. and Mrs. N. M. Brittain.

Nathan McGuire Brittain appeared on the census of 1930 at Livingston County, Missouri; enumerated 2 April. N M Brittain was enumerated as age 57, head of household and the owner of an auto parts store. McCamey Brittain was enumerated as his wife age 54. They were paying $25 a month rent for their home at 408 Jackson Street. Included in the household was a son, Denver Brittain age 21 and a salesman at a grocery store. Nathan lived in Chillicothe, Missouri at the time of his sister, Elizabeth Cooper's death on 24 November 1937. "He was Public Administrator in Chillicothe, Missouri in 1950." He was widowed with the death of Mary McCamy (Brassfield) Brittain on 3 July 1950 at Laughlin Hospital, Kirksville, Adair County, Missouri. Nathan operated the Brittain Publication Company for a number of years. He was the author and publisher of "Thoughts for Meditation." Nathan McGuire Brittain was retired in 1957; after sixteen years as public administrator of Livingston County, Missouri.

Nathan McGuire Brittain died on 20 June 1961 at 815 Woodward Street, Chillicothe, Livingston County, Missouri, at age 88; at 5 p.m. Visitation was held on 21 June 1961 at Norman Funeral Home, Chillicothe. Funeral services were held on 22 June 1961 at First Baptist Church, Chillicothe; at 2 p.m., conducted by the Rev. Medford Speaker. Pallbearers were his sons, Alva and Denver Brittain, his son-in-laws, Edward Swain Jr. and John May, his grandson, Edward Swain, III and his grandson-in-law, Al Stepp. He was buried on 22 June 1961 at Resthaven Memorial Gardens, Chillicothe, Livingston County, Missouri; under the direction of Norman Funeral Home.

     Alva Elgon Brittain was born on 8 August 1894 at Mercer County, Missouri. He was the son of Nathan McGuire Brittain and Mary McCamy Brassfield. Alva Elgon Brittain appeared on the census of 1900 in the household of his father, Nathan McGuire Brittain at Mercer County, Missouri, as age six. Alva Elgon Brittain appeared on the census of 1910 at Howell County, Missouri, in the household of Nathan McGuire Brittain as age 16 and attending school. Alva Elgon Brittain moved with Nathan McGuire Brittain and Mary McCamy (Brassfield) Brittain in 1917 to Chillicothe, Livingston County, Missouri. Alva Elgon Brittain also went by the name of Punch Brittain. He appeared on the census of 1920 at Livingston County, Missouri, in the household of Nathan McGuire Brittain as age 25. In his young adult years he was a catcher for a semiprofessional baseball team. Alva Brittain was a catcher for a semiprofessional baseball team. Alva Elgon Brittain married Iva Mae Banning at Missouri. Alva Elgon Brittain appeared on the census of 1930 at Linn County, Missouri; enumerated 4 April. Alva E. Brittain was enumerated as age 34, head of household and a brakeman for the railroad. Iva Mae Brittain was enumerated as his wife, age 26. They were paying $25 a month rent for their home on Linn Street and they owned a radio. Included in the household was one son, Jack age eleven months. He was employed by the U. S. Postal Service in the late 1930s as a rural mail carrier at Chillicothe. His Social Security Number was 490-10-3067 issued before 1950 at Missouri. He lived in Chillicothe, Livingston County, Missouri in 1950. He served as a pallbearer for the funeral of his mother, Mary McCamy (Brassfield) Brittain on 5 July 1950 at First Baptist Church, Chillicothe, Livingston County, Missouri. Alva Elgon Brittain serviced as a pallbearer at the funeral of his father, Nathan McGuire Brittain on 22 June 1961 at First Baptist Church, Chillicothe. Alva Elgon Brittain was retired in 1965 at Chillicothe; from his position as a rural mail carrier with the U.S. Postal Service. "After retirement, he was a delivery driver for Mart's Pharmacy in Chillicothe for 20 years." He lived in 1984 at Chillicothe, Livingston County, Missouri. He was widowed with the death of Iva Mae (Banning) Brittain on 5 February 1991. Alva Elgon Brittain was a Baptist and a member of the First Baptist Church of Chillicothe.

Alva Elgon Brittain died on 2 March 1992 at St. Luke's Hospital, Kansas City, Jackson County, Missouri, at age 97. Visitation was held on 6 March 1992 at Norman-Wagy-Singer-Gordon Chapel, Chillicothe, from 1 to 2 p.m. Funeral services were held on 6 March 1992 at Norman-Wagy-Singer-Gordon Chapel, Chillicothe; at 2 p.m. He was buried at Edgewood Cemetery, Chillicothe, Livingston County, Missouri; in section 19.

     Iva Mae Banning was born on 30 July 1903 at Missouri. She married Alva Elgon Brittain, son of Nathan McGuire Brittain and Mary McCamy Brassfield, at Missouri. Iva Mae (Banning) Brittain appeared on the census of 1930 in the household of Alva Elgon Brittain at Linn County, Missouri; enumerated 4 April. Alva E. Brittain was enumerated as age 34, head of household and a brakeman for the railroad. Iva Mae Brittain was enumerated as his wife, age 26. They were paying $25 a month rent for their home on Linn Street and they owned a radio. Included in the household was one son, Jack age eleven months. Iva Mae (Banning) Brittain died on 5 February 1991 at age 87. She was buried at Edgewood Cemetery, Chillicothe, Livingston County, Missouri; in section 19.

     Kathryn "Catha" Estelle Brittain was born on 10 July 1896 at Mercer County, Missouri. She was the daughter of Nathan McGuire Brittain and Mary McCamy Brassfield. Kathryn "Catha" Estelle Brittain appeared on the census of 1900 in the household of her father, Nathan McGuire Brittain at Mercer County, Missouri, as age three. Kathryn "Catha" Estelle Brittain appeared on the census of 1910 at Howell County, Missouri, in the household of Nathan McGuire Brittain as age 13 and attending school. Kathryn "Catha" Estelle Brittain was educated at Northeast Missouri State University, Kirksville, Adair County, Missouri; and in Springfield. Researcher's Note: At the time Catha would have been attending college, the school's official name was First District Normal School, but was commonly known as Kirksville State Normal School or Kirksville State Teachers College. The name has changed several times: Northeast Missouri State Teachers College on 21 May 1919, Northeast Missouri State College on 1 Jan 1968, Northeast Missouri State University on 13 August 1972 and finally to its current name of Truman State University on 1 July 1996. She married Edgar Franklin Myers on 30 July 1916 at Osgood, Sullivan County, Missouri. Kathryn "Catha" Estelle Brittain moved with Nathan McGuire Brittain and Mary McCamy (Brassfield) Brittain in 1917 to Chillicothe, Livingston County, Missouri. Kathryn "Catha" (Brittain) Myers appeared on the census of 1920 in the household of Edgar Franklin Myers at Adair County, Missouri; enumerated 17 January. Edgar Myers was enumerated as age 32, head of household and the proprietor of a shoe store. Kathryn Myers was enumerated as his wife, age 23. Kathryn "Catha" (Brittain) Myers and Edgar Franklin Myers lived in April 1930 at 509 East Scot, Kirksville, Missouri. Kathryn "Catha" (Brittain) Myers appeared on the census of 1930 in the household of Edgar Franklin Myers at Adair County, Missouri; enumerated 9 April. Edger F. Myers was enumerated as the 43 year old head of household. Kathleen Myers was enumerated as his 32 year old wife. They owned a radio and their home valued at $4500. One daughter was enumerated as Betty J. Myers age eight, attending school and working in the family shoe store. Also included in the household was a sister-in-law, 24 year old Donna Brittain. Her Social Security Number was 499-28-2690 issued before 1951 at Missouri. She lived at 813 East Normal Street, Kirksville, Adair County, Missouri in 1951. Kathryn "Catha" Estelle Brittain was a member of the First Baptist Church of Kirksville where she was "a member of the church choir for over 50 years." She was also active with the Baptist Women, a member of the Hattie Kneeland Circle and taught Sunday school for many years. Catha Myers was a sponsor for the Alpha Sigma Alpha Sorority and a member of the DAR, the Mothers Home Club, the Sojourners Club and the library board where she served as treasurer.

Kathryn "Catha" (Brittain) Myers died on 7 November 1984 at Kirksville Osteopathic Hospital, Kirksville, Adair County, Missouri, at age 88; at 1:43 a.m. Funeral services were held on 10 November 1984 at First Baptist Church, Kirksville, Adair County, Missouri; at two o'clock, conducted by the Rev. Ralph M. G. Smith. She was buried on 10 November 1984 at Maple Hills Cemetery, Kirksville, Adair County, Missouri; with arrangements handled by Hudson-Rimer Park View Chapel.

     Edgar Franklin Myers was born circa 1888 at Missouri. He married Kathryn "Catha" Estelle Brittain, daughter of Nathan McGuire Brittain and Mary McCamy Brassfield, on 30 July 1916 at Osgood, Sullivan County, Missouri. Edgar Franklin Myers was the owner of Myers Brothers Shoe Store at Kirksville, Adair County, Missouri. He appeared on the census of 1920 at Adair County, Missouri; enumerated 17 January. Edgar Myers was enumerated as age 32, head of household and the proprietor of a shoe store. Kathryn Myers was enumerated as his wife, age 23. He and Kathryn "Catha" (Brittain) Myers lived in April 1930 at 509 East Scot, Kirksville, Missouri. Edgar Franklin Myers appeared on the census of 1930 at Adair County, Missouri; enumerated 9 April. Edger F. Myers was enumerated as the 43 year old head of household. Kathleen Myers was enumerated as his 32 year old wife. They owned a radio and their home valued at $4500. One daughter was enumerated as Betty J. Myers age eight, attending school and working in the family shoe store. Also included in the household was a sister-in-law, 24 year old Donna Brittain. He served as a pallbearer for the funeral of his mother-in-law, Mary McCamy (Brassfield) Brittain on 5 July 1950 at First Baptist Church, Chillicothe, Livingston County, Missouri. Edgar Franklin Myers died on 5 May 1970 at Kirksville, Adair County, Missouri.

     Betty Brittain Myers was born on 10 July 1921 at Kirksville, Adair County, Missouri. She was the daughter of Edgar Franklin Myers and Kathryn "Catha" Estelle Brittain. Betty Brittain Myers lived with her parents, Edgar Franklin Myers and Kathryn "Catha" (Brittain) Myers in April 1930 at 509 East Scot, Kirksville, Missouri. Betty Brittain Myers appeared on the census of 1930 in the household of her father, Edgar Franklin Myers at Adair County, Missouri, as age eight, attending school and working in the family shoe store. Betty Brittain Myers was graduated circa 1938 at Kirksville, Adair County, Missouri; from Kirksville High School. She was graduated circa 1942 at St. Charles, St. Charles County, Missouri; from Lindenwood College (now Lindenwood University.) She was educated circa 1943 at University of Denver, Denver, Denver County, Colorado; where she did graduate work. She married Eugene Winston Egle on 19 April 1944 at Kirksville, Adair County, Missouri. Betty Brittain (Myers) Egle and Eugene Winston Egle lived in April 1944 at Eagle, Eagle County, Colorado. Betty Brittain (Myers) Egle and Eugene Winston Egle moved in 1947 to St. Louis, Missouri. Betty Brittain (Myers) Egle and Eugene Winston Egle lived in 1951 at 39 Enfield Road, St. Louis, Missouri. Betty Brittain (Myers) Egle and Eugene Winston Egle lived in April 1972 at 5 McKnight Lane, Ladue, St Louis County, Missouri. Betty Brittain (Myers) Egle held membership in in the AAUW, P.E.O., the Daughters of the American Revolution and the Colonial Dames. "Mrs. Egle was active in the Osteopathic Auxiliary, was past president of the St. Louis and Missouri Auxiliaries and was past vice-president of the National Osteopathic Auxiliary." She was a Presbyterian and a member of Ladue Chapel where she served as a deaconess.

Betty Brittain (Myers) Egle died on 8 August 1982 at Barnes Hospital, St. Louis, Missouri, at age 61. Memorial services were held on 12 August 1982 at Ladue Chapel, St. Louis, Missouri; at 2 p.m. officiated by the Rev. Ralph M. G. Smith. She was buried on 12 August 1982 at Mt. Labanon Cemetery, Bridgeton, St. Louis County, Missouri; with private services at 10 a.m. under the direction of Alexander and Sons Funeral Home.

     Eugene Winston Egle was born on 7 September 1920; the son of Jesse Bryon Egle and Helen Blum Egle. Eugene Winston Egle was also known as Gene Egle. He was educated at University of Nebraska, Lincoln, Lancaster County, Nebraska. He was graduated in 1943 at Kirksville, Adair County, Missouri; from Kirksville College of Ostepathy and Surgery (now A. T. Still University of Health Sciences/Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine.) Eugene Winston Egle was also known as Eugene W "Gene" Egle. He married Betty Brittain Myers, daughter of Edgar Franklin Myers and Kathryn "Catha" Estelle Brittain, on 19 April 1944 at Kirksville, Adair County, Missouri. Eugene Winston Egle and Betty Brittain (Myers) Egle lived in April 1944 at Eagle, Eagle County, Colorado. "In 1946, Dr. Egle established his practice in St. Louis and was later named chairman of the Department of Proctology at Normandy Osteopathic North and South Hospitals." Eugene Winston Egle and Betty Brittain (Myers) Egle moved in 1947 to St. Louis, Missouri. Eugene Egle was "one of the founding doctors of the former Normandy Osteopathic Hospital." Eugene Winston Egle and Betty Brittain (Myers) Egle lived in 1951 at 39 Enfield Road, St. Louis, Missouri. Eugene Winston Egle and Betty Brittain (Myers) Egle lived in April 1972 at 5 McKnight Lane, Ladue, St Louis County, Missouri. Eugene Winston Egle held membership in the Missouri Association of Osteopathic Physicians, the St. Louis Osteopathic Association and the American Osteopathic College of Proctology, having served as president in the latter two associations. "In 1976, he was named Protologist of the Year by the American Osteopathic College of Proctology." He was widowed with the death of Betty Brittain (Myers) Egle on 8 August 1982 at Barnes Hospital, St. Louis, Missouri. Eugene Winston Egle was retired in 1992; from his private practice. Eugene Egle married a second time to a Linda Schmidt. Eugene Egle was a 32nd degree Mason. He was a Presbyterian and a member of Ladue Chapel where he served as a trustee.

Eugene Winston Egle died on 28 October 2000 at Delmar Gardens West, Chesterfield, St. Louis County, Missouri, at age 80. Memorial services were held on 4 November 2000 at Ladue Chapel Presbyterian Church, Ladue, Missouri; at 10 a.m. He was buried at Bellerive Heritage Gardens, Creve Coeur, St Louis County, Missouri; with a private service.

     Vera M. Brittain was born on 9 July 1901 at Mercer County, Missouri. She was the daughter of Nathan McGuire Brittain and Mary McCamy Brassfield. Vera M. Brittain appeared on the census of 1910 at Howell County, Missouri, in the household of Nathan McGuire Brittain as age 8 and attending school. Vera M. Brittain moved with Nathan McGuire Brittain and Mary McCamy (Brassfield) Brittain in 1917 to Chillicothe, Livingston County, Missouri. Vera M. Brittain was educated circa 1919 at Kirksville State Teachers College (now Truman University), Kirksville, Adair County, Missouri. She appeared on the census of 1920 at Livingston County, Missouri, in the household of Nathan McGuire Brittain as age 18 and attending school.

Vera M. Brittain married John Clifton May on 11 October 1920 at Milan, Sullivan County, Missouri. Vera (Brittain) May and John Clifton May moved after April 1922 to Chillicothe, Livingston County, Missouri. Vera (Brittain) May and John Clifton May lived in March 1924 at Galt, Grundy County, Missouri. On 24 March 1924, The Chillicothe Constitution reported that "Mrs. John C. May and daughter" were visiting her parents, Mr. and Mrs. N. M. Brittain. Vera (Brittain) May and John Clifton May lived in April 1930 at 428 Raynard Street, Chillicothe, Missouri. Vera (Brittain) May appeared on the census of 1930 in the household of John Clifton May at Livingston County, Missouri; enumerated 4 April. John C. May was enumerated as the 30 year old head of household and he was paying $15 monthly rent for the family's lodgings. Vera May was enumerated as his 28 year old wife. Two daughters were enumerated as Barbara age eight and Beverly age four. Barbara was attending school.

Vera (Brittain) May and John Clifton May lived in 1940 at 1103 Webster Street, Chillicothe, Livingston County, Missouri. Vera M. Brittain appeared on the census of 1940 in the household of John Clifton May at Livingston County, Missouri; enumerated 4 April. John May was enumerated as the 40 year old head of household. He was paying $15 monthly rent for the family's lodgings. Vera May was enumerated as his 38 year old wife. John and Vera had each completed four years of high school. Two daughters were enumerated as Barbara age eighteen and Beverly age fourteen. Barbara had completed three years of high school and Beverly had completed eighth grade. Vera (Brittain) May was a clerk in a retail clothing store in 1940 at Chillicothe. She had worked for 52 weeks in 1939 earning $600. She lived in Chillicothe, Livington County, Missouri in 1950. She was a teacher at Chillicothe Girls Training School. She and John Clifton May lived at 338 Jackson Street, Chillicothe, Livingston County, Missouri.

Vera (Brittain) May was widowed the death of John Clifton May on 17 December 1963 at Chillicothe, Livingston County, Missouri. Vera M. Brittain was a librarian between 1966 and 1974 at Livingston County Memorial Library, Chillicothe. She was a Baptist and a member of the First Baptist Church of Chillicothe. On 9 February 1977, The Chillicothe Constitution-Tribune reported that Mrs. Vera May had sold her home located at 338 Jackson to Mr. and Mrs. Glenn Boyles. She moved in 1977 to Kansas City, Jackson County, Missouri. She lived in November 1984 at Kansas City. She held membership in the PEO Sisterhood, the Daughters of the American Revolution and the Woman's City Club. She was a member of the Wornall Road Baptist Church in Kansas City and a member of the choir.

Vera (Brittain) May died on 6 December 1992 at Las Vegas, Clark County, Nevada, at age 91. Visitation was held on 9 December 1992 at Wornall Road Baptist Church, Kansas City, Missouri, from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. Funeral services were held on 9 December 1992 at Wornall Road Baptist Church, Kansas City, Missouri; at 2:30 p.m. Visitation was also held on 10 December 1992 at First Baptist Church, Chillicothe, Livingston County, Missouri; from 1 to 1:30 p.m. Funeral services were also held on 10 December 1992 at First Baptist Church, Chillicothe, Livingston County, Missouri; at 1:30 p.m. She was buried at Resthaven Cemetery, Chillicothe, Livingston County, Missouri.

     John Clifton May was born on 19 October 1899 at Humphreys, Sullivan County, Missouri. He married Vera M. Brittain, daughter of Nathan McGuire Brittain and Mary McCamy Brassfield, on 11 October 1920 at Milan, Sullivan County, Missouri. John Clifton May and Vera (Brittain) May moved after April 1922 to Chillicothe, Livingston County, Missouri. John Clifton May and Vera (Brittain) May lived in March 1924 at Galt, Grundy County, Missouri. John Clifton May and Vera (Brittain) May lived in April 1930 at 428 Raynard Street, Chillicothe, Missouri. John Clifton May was a meter reader for the Missouri Public Service Company in April 1930 at Chillicothe, Missouri. He appeared on the census of 1930 at Livingston County, Missouri; enumerated 4 April. John C. May was enumerated as the 30 year old head of household and he was paying $15 monthly rent for the family's lodgings. Vera May was enumerated as his 28 year old wife. Two daughters were enumerated as Barbara age eight and Beverly age four. Barbara was attending school.

John Clifton May and Vera (Brittain) May lived in 1940 at 1103 Webster Street, Chillicothe, Livingston County, Missouri. John Clifton May was a service man for Missouri Public Service in 1940 at Chillicothe, Missouri. He had worked 52 weeks in 1939 earning $1,500. He appeared on the census of 1940 at Livingston County, Missouri; enumerated 4 April. John May was enumerated as the 40 year old head of household. He was paying $15 monthly rent for the family's lodgings. Vera May was enumerated as his 38 year old wife. John and Vera had each completed four years of high school. Two daughters were enumerated as Barbara age eighteen and Beverly age fourteen. Barbara had completed three years of high school and Beverly had completed eighth grade.

John Clifton May served as a pallbearer for the funeral of his mother-in-law, Mary McCamy (Brassfield) Brittain on 5 July 1950 at First Baptist Church, Chillicothe, Livingston County, Missouri. John Clifton May was retired at Chillicothe; after twenty five years with the Missouri Public Service company. He was a traveling salesman for the Midwest Glove Corporation. He served as a pallbearer at the funeral of his father-in-law, Nathan McGuire Brittain on 22 June 1961 at First Baptist Church, Chillicothe. John Clifton May was a Baptist. He and Vera (Brittain) May lived at 338 Jackson Street, Chillicothe, Livingston County, Missouri.

John Clifton May died on 17 December 1963 at Chillicothe, Livingston County, Missouri, at age 64; at 12:10 p.m., at home after being in failing health for five months and at home for three weeks. Funeral services were held on 19 December 1963 at First Baptist Church, Chillicothe; at 2:30 p.m., officiated by Rev. Medford Speaker. He was buried at Resthaven Memorial Gardens, Chillicothe, Livingston County, Missouri; under the direction of Norman Funeral Home.

     Barbara Ellen May was born on 1 April 1922 at Humphreys, Sullivan County, Missouri. She was the daughter of John Clifton May and Vera M. Brittain. On 24 March 1924, The Chillicothe Constitution reported that "Mrs. John C. May and daughter" were visiting her parents, Mr. and Mrs. N. M. Brittain. On Friday evening, 11 April 1924, Barbara was "badly burned from knee to her hip when she fell in a pan of boiling water." Barbara Ellen May lived with her parents, John Clifton May and Vera (Brittain) May in April 1930 at 428 Raynard Street, Chillicothe, Missouri. Barbara Ellen May appeared on the census of 1930 in the household of her father, John Clifton May at Livingston County, Missouri, as age eight and attending school. Barbara Ellen May lived with her parents, John Clifton May and Vera (Brittain) May in 1940 at 1103 Webster Street, Chillicothe, Livingston County, Missouri. Barbara Ellen May appeared on the census of 1940 in the household of her father, John Clifton May at Livingston County, Missouri, as age eighteen and she had completed three years of high school. Barbara Ellen May was graduated with honors circa 1943 at Northeast Missouri State Teachers College (now Truman State University), Kirksville, Adair County, Missouri, with a degree in education. She had served as senior class president and was a member of Sigma Sigma Sigma sorority. She attended Columbia University for graduate studies in modern dance. She was a physical education teacher at Kansas City, Missouri.

Barbara Ellen May married Albro Frederick Stepp Jr. on 14 July 1946 at Jackson County, Missouri. She lived in Kansas City, Kansas in 1951. Barbara Ellen (May) Stepp was a member of the Prairie Baptist Church from 1953 until her death. She and Albro Frederick Stepp Jr. lived in December 1963 at Kansas City, Missouri; at the time of her father's death. Barbara Ellen May suffered the death of her father, John Clifton May on 17 December 1963 at Chillicothe, Livingston County, Missouri. Barbara Ellen (May) Stepp was widowed with the death of her husband, Albro Frederick Stepp Jr. in June 1991 at St. Luke's Hospital, Kansas City, Jackson County, Missouri. Barbara Ellen May suffered the death of her mother, Vera (Brittain) May on 6 December 1992 at Las Vegas, Clark County, Nevada. Barbara Ellen (May) Stepp held membership in the Sigma Alpha Iota music sorority, the Symphony League, the P.E.O. Chapter EX, and the Elizabeth Benton Chapter of the DAR. She played golf and tennis into her 80s and played bridge.

Barbara Ellen (May) Stepp died on 17 June 2011 at Prairie Village, Johnson County, Kansas, peacefully at her home at age 89. Memorial services were held on 21 June 2011 at Prairie Baptist Church; at 2 p.m. Following the service a reception was held at the Indian Hills County Club. She was buried at Johnson County Memorial Gardens, Overland Park, Johnson County, Kansas; with a private family service.

     Albro Frederick Stepp Jr. was born on 21 February 1922 at Eldon, Miller County, Missouri. He was graduated in 1943 at Central Missouri State College (now the University of Central Missouri), Warrensburg, Johnson County, Missouri, and did graduate work at the University of Chicago. He began military service on 3 April 1943 at Boca Raton Army Air Field, Palm Beach County, Florida, with his enlistment as a private in the U.S. Army Air Corps. He was employed by the investment department of City National Bank between 1945 and 1963 at Kansas City. He married Barbara Ellen May, daughter of John Clifton May and Vera M. Brittain, on 14 July 1946 at Jackson County, Missouri. Albro Frederick Stepp Jr. served as a pallbearer at the funeral of his wife's grandfather, Nathan McGuire Brittain on 22 June 1961 at First Baptist Church, Chillicothe.

In 1963, Albro Stepp started A.F. Stepp Investments, Inc. which he owned until 1987. He owned the Arrowhead State Bank in Kansas City, Kansas from 1974 until 1984. He was a senior vice president of the Security Bank of Kansas City from 1987 until his death. He was a member of the Kansas City Municipal Bond Club and the Securities Investment and Investment Bankers associations. Albro Frederick Stepp Jr. and Barbara Ellen May lived in December 1963 at Kansas City, Missouri; at the time of her father's death. Albro Frederick Stepp Jr. was a member of the Prairie Baptist Church where he had served as the treasurer, a Sunday school teacher and a deacon.

Albro Frederick Stepp Jr. died in June 1991 at St. Luke's Hospital, Kansas City, Jackson County, Missouri, at age 69. Visitation was held on 28 June 1991 at Newcomer's Chapel, Overland Park, Johnson County, Kansas, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Memorial services were held on 29 June 1991 at Prairie Baptist Church, Prairie Village, Johnson County, Kansas; at 11 a.m. He was buried at Johnson County Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Overland Park, Johnson County, Kansas; with a private family service.

     Donna McCamy Brittain was born on 4 November 1907 at Half Rock, Mercer County, Missouri. She was the daughter of Nathan McGuire Brittain and Mary McCamy Brassfield. Donna McCamy Brittain appeared on the census of 1910 at Howell County, Missouri, in the household of Nathan McGuire Brittain as age four. Donna McCamy Brittain moved with Nathan McGuire Brittain and Mary McCamy (Brassfield) Brittain in 1917 to Chillicothe, Livingston County, Missouri. Donna McCamy Brittain appeared on the census of 1920 at Livingston County, Missouri, in the household of Nathan McGuire Brittain as age 14 and attending school. Donna McCamy Brittain was graduated at Chillicothe, Livingston County, Missouri; from Chillicothe High School. She was educated at Chillicothe Business College, Chillicothe, Livingston County, Missouri. She was educated at University of Missouri, Columbia, Missouri. She was employed by Myers Brothers Shoe Store as a bookkeeper at Chillicothe, Livingston County, Missouri. She appeared on the census of 1930 in the household of her brother-in-law, Edgar Franklin Myers at Adair County, Missouri, as age 24 and working as a housekeeper. Donna McCamy Brittain married Edward Everett Swain Jr. on 21 December 1930 at Macon, Macon County, Missouri. Donna McCamy (Brittain) Swain held membership in the Junior Monday Club, Welcome Wagon and Mothers Home Club at Chillicothe. She held membership in the Daughters of the American Revolution, AZ Club and P.E.O. at Chillicothe. She was a Baptist and a member of the First Baptist Church. She served as church librarian for 35 years and was active in the church's Women Mission Society, having served as president. She and Edward Everett Swain Jr. lived in August 1989 at 1215 South Halliburton, Kirksville, Adair County, Missouri.

Donna McCamy (Brittain) Swain died on 27 August 1989 at Osteopathic Medical Center, Kirksville, Adair County, Missouri, at age 81; at 2:05 p.m. Visitation was held on 30 August 1989 at Hudson-Rimer Park View Funeral Chapel from 7 until 9 p.m. Funeral services were held on 31 August 1989 at First Baptist Church, Kirksville; at 6 p.m., with services conducted by the Rev. Robert Douglas, assisted by the Rev. Ralph M. G. Smith and the Rev. John C. Fox. Mrs. Swain's granddaughter, Annette Greer sang "The Lord's Prayer." She was buried at Park View Memorial Gardens, Kirksville, Adair County, Missouri; in the Garden of the Cross section.

     Edward Everett Swain Jr. was born on 18 September 1908. He married Donna McCamy Brittain, daughter of Nathan McGuire Brittain and Mary McCamy Brassfield, on 21 December 1930 at Macon, Macon County, Missouri. Edward Everett Swain Jr. served as a pallbearer for the funeral of his mother-in-law, Mary McCamy (Brassfield) Brittain on 5 July 1950 at First Baptist Church, Chillicothe, Livingston County, Missouri. Edward Everett Swain Jr. serviced as a pallbearer at the funeral of his father-in-law, Nathan McGuire Brittain on 22 June 1961 at First Baptist Church, Chillicothe. Edward Everett Swain Jr. and Donna McCamy (Brittain) Swain lived in August 1989 at 1215 South Halliburton, Kirksville, Adair County, Missouri. Edward Everett Swain Jr. was widowed with the death of Donna McCamy (Brittain) Swain on 27 August 1989 at Osteopathic Medical Center, Kirksville, Adair County, Missouri. Edward Everett Swain Jr. died on 28 April 1991 at age 82.

     Denver Allen Brittain was born on 6 August 1908 at Missouri. According to an article in The Atchison Daily Globe, Denver Brittain's full name was Denver Allen Jesse James Francis Dale Brittain. He was the son of Nathan McGuire Brittain and Mary McCamy Brassfield. Denver Allen Brittain appeared on the census of 1910 at Howell County, Missouri, in the household of Nathan McGuire Brittain as age one. Denver Allen Brittain moved with Nathan McGuire Brittain and Mary McCamy (Brassfield) Brittain in 1917 to Chillicothe, Livingston County, Missouri. Denver Allen Brittain appeared on the census of 1930 in the household of his father, Nathan McGuire Brittain at Livingston County, Missouri, as age 21 and a salesman in a grocery store. Denver Allen Brittain was an agent for Metropolitan Life Insurance Company at Chillicothe, Livingston County, Missouri. On 4 September 1939, Denver Brittain assumed his duties as the agent in charge of the Atchison, Kansas, office of Metropolitan Life Insurance. He served as a pallbearer for the funeral of his mother, Mary McCamy (Brassfield) Brittain on 5 July 1950 at First Baptist Church, Chillicothe, Livingston County, Missouri. His Social Security Number was 491-07-1670 issued before 1951 at Missouri. Denver Allen Brittain serviced as a pallbearer at the funeral of his father, Nathan McGuire Brittain on 22 June 1961 at First Baptist Church, Chillicothe. Denver Allen Brittain died on 1 August 1975 at Atchison, Kansas, at age 66. He was buried at Mt. Vernon Cemetery, Atchison, Atchison County, Kansas.

     Minnie Ellen Brassfield was born on 5 June 1884 at Myers Township, Sullivan County, Missouri. She was the daughter of James A. Brassfield and Ellen Jane Ruddell. The Brassfield book has a daughter named Minnie living in Washington, D. C. in 1950. There is no other information on this child. Minnie Ellen Brassfield and Millard Markland obtained a marriage license on 12 April 1900 at Mercer County, Missouri. Minnie Ellen Brassfield married Millard Markland on 15 April 1900 at Mercer, Mercer County, Missouri. Minnie (Brassfield) Markland appeared on the census of 1900 in the household of Millard Markland at Mercer County, Missouri; enumerated 2 June 1900. Millard Markland was listed as age 22 and a farm laborer. Minnie Markland was listed as age 15. They had been married less than a year and were living with an uncle, David W. Reed, next door to Minnie's parents James A. and Ellen J. Brassfield. Minnie (Brassfield) Markland appeared on the census of 1910 in the household of Millard Markland at Mercer County, Missouri; enumerated 15 April 1910. Millard Markland was listed as age 31, head of household and working as a carpenter on houses. Minnie Markland was listed as his wife, age 25 and the mother of four children, all living. Included in the household were three sons; Berince age seven, Orville age four, Jessie age two and one daughter, Clarice age nine. Minnie (Brassfield) Markland and Millard Markland lived in September 1918 at Clearfield, Ringgold County, Iowa. Minnie (Brassfield) Markland appeared on the census of 1920 in the household of Millard Markland at Ringgold County, Iowa; enumerated 14 January. Millard Marklin was enumerated as age 41, head of household and a farm manager. Minnie E. Markland was enumerated as his wife, age 36. Included in the household were three sons, Bernice age 17, Orville age 14, Jessie age 11 and two daughters, Helen age 7 and Pauline age 1 year, eight months. Minnie Ellen Brassfield was living in February 1924 at Chillicothe, Livingston County, Missouri. She appeared on the census of 1930 in the household of Millard Markland at Douglas County, Nebraska; enumerated 12 April 1930. Millard was enumerated as Miller Markland, age 50 and head of household. Minnie was enumerated as his wife, age 44. They paid $35 a month rent for their house at 2510 Chicago Street in Omaha. Included in the household were four sons; Orville age 24, Jesse age 21, Bobby age 9, Billie age 5 and three daughters; Clarice age 29, Helen age 18 and Peggy age 11. Minnie Ellen Brassfield was living in 1951 at Jackson Street N. E., Washington, D.C.. She and Millard Markland lived in 1959 at 1826 Jackson Street N.E., Washington, D.C.. Minnie (Brassfield) Markland was widowed with the death of Millard Markland on 13 July 1959 at Washington, D.C..

Minnie (Brassfield) Markland died on 30 October 1964 at Providence Hospital, Washington, D.C., at age 80. Funeral services were held on 2 November 1964 at Lee Funeral Home, Washington, D.C; at 10 a.m. She was buried at Fort Lincoln Cemetery, Brentwood, Prince George's County, Maryland; in Section E, Lot 231, Site 2.

     Millard Markland was born on 4 January 1879 at Iowa. The Brassfield book has a daughter named Minnie living in Washington, D. C. in 1950. There is no other information on this child. He and Minnie Ellen Brassfield obtained a marriage license on 12 April 1900 at Mercer County, Missouri. Millard Markland married Minnie Ellen Brassfield, daughter of James A. Brassfield and Ellen Jane Ruddell, on 15 April 1900 at Mercer, Mercer County, Missouri. Millard Markland appeared on the census of 1900 at Mercer County, Missouri; enumerated 2 June 1900. Millard Markland was listed as age 22 and a farm laborer. Minnie Markland was listed as age 15. They had been married less than a year and were living with an uncle, David W. Reed, next door to Minnie's parents James A. and Ellen J. Brassfield. He appeared on the census of 1910 at Mercer County, Missouri; enumerated 15 April 1910. Millard Markland was listed as age 31, head of household and working as a carpenter on houses. Minnie Markland was listed as his wife, age 25 and the mother of four children, all living. Included in the household were three sons; Berince age seven, Orville age four, Jessie age two and one daughter, Clarice age nine. He and Minnie (Brassfield) Markland lived in September 1918 at Clearfield, Ringgold County, Iowa. Millard Markland was a farmer working for J. U. Wyant in September 1918 at Clearfield, Ringgold County, Iowa. He registered for the World War I draft on 12 September 1918 at Mount Ayr, Ringgold County, Iowa, and was described as being of medium height and build with blue eyes and brown hair. He appeared on the census of 1920 at Ringgold County, Iowa; enumerated 14 January. Millard Marklin was enumerated as age 41, head of household and a farm manager. Minnie E. Markland was enumerated as his wife, age 36. Included in the household were three sons, Bernice age 17, Orville age 14, Jessie age 11 and two daughters, Helen age 7 and Pauline age 1 year, eight months. He appeared on the census of 1930 at Douglas County, Nebraska; enumerated 12 April 1930. Millard was enumerated as Miller Markland, age 50 and head of household. Minnie was enumerated as his wife, age 44. They paid $35 a month rent for their house at 2510 Chicago Street in Omaha. Included in the household were four sons; Orville age 24, Jesse age 21, Bobby age 9, Billie age 5 and three daughters; Clarice age 29, Helen age 18 and Peggy age 11. He and Minnie (Brassfield) Markland lived in 1959 at 1826 Jackson Street N.E., Washington, D.C..

Millard Markland died on 13 July 1959 at Washington, D.C., at age 80. Funeral services were held on 16 July 1959 at Lee Funeral Home, Washington, D.C; at 1 p.m. He was buried at Fort Lincoln Cemetery, Brentwood, Prince George's County, Maryland, in Section E, Lot 231.