Unknown Barr

Notes:

Notes for BROWN LEE BARR:
Death Notice
"The Clark County Herald," (Marshall, Clark Co., IL) February 24, 1904 (page 8)

MARTINSVILLE

"B. L. Barr, long a resident and pioneer of our township, died last Saturday evening. His funeral took place Monday afternoon from Shiloh church, Rev. W. Mitchell officiating. Interment was in the Baird cemetery nearby. He leaves a wife {Compiler's Note--This wife was Eliza Coffey whom he married in 1902; after Brownlee Barr's death, she married a man named Boyer} and a family of grown children, besides grandchildren and great-grandchildren to mourn his loss. Thus the old pioneers pass away."

Obituary
"Clark County Democrat," (Marshall, Clark Co., IL) March 2, 1904 (no page listed)

BROWNLEE BARR

"Brownlee Barr was born in Knox county, Ohio, Octo. 25, 1825. He was married to Elenora McKenzie, Jan. 23, 1845. Twelve children were born to this union. Five children, three boys and two girls, died in infancy. Seven children of the family are living, and all were present to attend funeral services."

"Elenora Barr died July 4, 1901, aged 72 years, 10 months and 13 days. He was married to Eliza Coffey, June 14, 1902, who survives him."

"He moved to Clark county, Ill., in the fall of 1852 with his young wife and two little girls. They lived for some time in an old log school house until he cut the logs and built a house. In this cabin he lived for several years (and) then (he) built a better house. He was an industrious, hard working man, providing bountifully for his family. He was favored in living to see the larger part of his family grown to manhood and womanhood, married and settled in homes of their own. He was a great lover of his children, always glad to be in their company. He was devotedly fond of his grandchildren and great-grandchildren, ever greeting them with a glad heart and cheerful smile, and constantly reminding them by the gifts so dear to the childish heart of the deep affection he had for them."

"He was highly respected for his many sterling qualities of manhood as well as for his bright, cheerful disposition, and was loved by all who knew him."

"About eighteen or twenty years ago he was converted and joined the M. E. Church South at Hopewell, but like many others he wandered away from the Savior he had received. However during the last two years there had been a marked change in his life. He became more attentive in worship at the house of God and was a diligent student of God's word in his home. For some time past he had been under the impression that something unusual was about to happen--he knew not what, and evidently in wisdom, was trying to prepare for any event."

"He joined the I. O. O. F. Lodge in Martinsville and lived a consistent member until he was called to part with the brotherhood and a host of friends to await the great day when all the dead shall be called forth to reap their reward."

"The I. O. O. F. lodge took charge of the burial. The funeral services were held at Shiloh church, conducted by Rev. Walter Mitchell. After his brief talk they went to the Baird cemetery to pay the last tribute of respect."

STATE OF ILLINOIS DEATH RECORD I
COUNTY OF CLARK Page 165

"Brownlee Barr, male white, age 78 years, 4 months, 15 days, farmer, died on February 20, 1904, at 6:45 p.m. Married, was born in Knox Co., Ohio. Died in Martinsville Township of pleuro pneumonia, was buried in Brick (Baird-Barr) Cemetery on February 22, 1904. Name of Undertaker was Bruce Ratts, Martinsville, Illinois--W. H. Doak, M. D. of Martinsville, Ill."

More About BROWN LEE BARR:
Burial: February 22, 1904, Baird-Barr Cemetery, Martinsville, Clark Co., IL4

Marriage Notes for ELLENORAH MCKENZIE and BROWN BARR:
News Story
"Clark County Democrat," (Marshall, Clark Co., IL) January 29, 1896 (no page listed)

"Mr. and Mrs. Brown Lee Barr and wife (sic--Mrs. Brown Lee Barr was the wife) celebrated their golden wedding anniversary Thursday. Children, relatives and friends came in and enjoyed a sumptuous repast and gave them several nice presents. For 50 years they have traveled hand in hand down the aisle of time and now are enjoying good health and all the comforts of life. The merry crowd departed after wishing them another half century of partnership happiness. Mr. Barr is 71 and Mrs. Barr 68."

{Compiler's Note--In 1896, the Thursday referred to by the Clark County Democrat reporter was January 23, 1896. According to family records, Brown Lee Barr and Elnorah McKenzie were married January 23, 1845, not January 23, 1846. It appears the traditional date is incorrect, the Barrs were a year late in celebrating their golden wedding anniversary, or the date on the newspaper is incorrect)

Brown married Honora (Eleanora) McKenzie on 23 Jan 1845 in Knox County, Ohio. Honora (daughter of Aaron McKenzie and Mary (Maria) E. Logue) was born on 17 Aug 1828 in Knox County, Ohio; died on 4 Jul 1901 in Clark County, Illinois. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Notes for ELLENORAH MCKENZIE:
1850 CENSUS: HOWARD TOWNSHIP, KNOX CO., OHIO, NO PAGE, 1282/1327--AUGUST 15

Barr, Brownlee (24, M, Farmer, OH), Barr, Elenor (22, F, OH), Barr, Mary E. (1, F, OH), McKinsey, Mary (23, F, OH {Sister of Elenor McKinsey Barr})

1860 CENSUS: MARTINSVILLE TWSP., CLARK CO., ILLINOIS, PAGE 38, 266/7--JUNE 11

Barr, Brown Lee (34, M, Farmer, 1000, 400, OH), Barr, Eleanora (32, F, OH), Barr Mary E. (12, F, OH), Barr, Frances L. (9, F, OH), Barr, Calvin R. (6, M, IL), Barr, Margaret J. (2, F, IL), Barr, Pursis (3/12, F, IL), Dollings, Mabel A. (2, F, IL)

1870 CENSUS: MARTINSVILLE TWSP., CLARK CO., ILLINOIS, PAGE 22, 172/161--JUNE 30

Barr, Brown Lee (44, W, M, Farmer, OH), Barr, Elanora (41, W, F, Keeping House, OH), Barr, Calvin (16, W, M, Works on Farm, IL), Barr, Susannah (13, F, W, IL), Barr, Malisa (13, F, W, IL), Barr, George (9, M, W, IL), Barr, Sarah (5, F, W, IL), Barr, Rosetta (2, F, W, IL)

1880 CENSUS: MARTINSVILLE, CLARK CO., ILLINOIS, PAGE 21A, 208/20/---JUNE 18

Barr, Brown (M, W, 54, Farmer, OH/PA/PA), Barr, Elnora (F, W, 51, Wife, Keeping House, OH/OH/OH), Barr, George (M, W, 18, Son, Farm Laborer, IL/OH/OH), Barr, Sarah (F, W, 15, Daughter, IL/OH/OH), Barr, Rosetta (F, W, 12, Daughter, IL/OH/OH)

1900 CENSUS: MARTINSVILLE TWSP., CLARK CO., ILLINOIS, PAGE 18A, 419/419--JUNE 22

Barr, Brown Lee (Head, M, W, October 1825, 74, Married, Married 54 Years, OH/PA/PA, Farmer), Barr, Ella N. (Wife, F, W, August 1828, 71, Married, Married 54 Years, 12 Children Born, 7 Children Living, OH/OH/OH)

News Item
"Clark County Democrat," (Marshall, Clark Co., IL) July 10, 1901 (no page listed))

"Mrs. Morris Logue went to Martinsville township Thursday to visit her aged mother*, Mrs. Brownlee Barr. Mrs. Barr had been in poor health for some time, and soon after her daughter's arrival she took worse and was soon dead. The funeral took place Saturday and was attended by all of Mr. Logue's family."

(*Compiler's Note--Mrs. Morris Logue was Malissa Ann Wilcox, who, interestingly, was listed as Malissa Barr, age 13, living with the Barr family in the 1870 Martinsville, Clark Co., IL Census. Malissa Ann Wilcox married Morris Logue, Elenora McKenzie Barr's first cousin once removed. In fact, Elenora McKenzie Barr, daughter of Mary Ellen Logue and Aaron McKenzie, was a double first cousin of Honora McKenzie Logue, daughter of Nancy Ann Logue and Gabriel McKenzie and mother of Morris Logue. Aaron and Gabriel were brothers, and Mary Ellen and Nancy Ann were sisters, both daughters of Daniel Logue and Honora Logsdon. As a sign of their mutual regard for the Barr family, Morris and Malissa Logue named their first son Brownlee Logue)

Death Notice
"Clark County Democrat," (Marshall, Clark Co., IL) July 10, 1901 (no page listed)

MARTINSVILLE

"Mrs. Brownlee Barr died at the family residence south of Martinsville on the 4th. She was 72 years old and was a most estimable lady. The funeral was conducted Saturday and the burial took place at the Baird cemetery."

Obituary
"Clark County Democrat," (Marshall, Clark Co., IL) July 17, 1901 (no page listed)

OBITUARY

"Elenorah McKenzie was born in Knox county, Ohio, August 17, 1828, and departed this life July 4, 1901, aged 72 years, 10 months and 17 days."

(Compiler's Note--The monument in the Baird Cemetery reads 72 years, 10 months and 13 days, and the second obituary also reads 72 years, 10 months and 13 days. I would be prone to accept what is inscribed on the monument.)

"She was married to Brownlee Barr January 23, 1845. While they lived in Ohio four children were born to them. Seeing the need of a home they moved to Illinois and purchased a small farm in Clark county, in 1852, where they lived until death separated them. Eight more children were born to them, seven of which survive her. Mary E. Hills, living in Missouri, Francis E. Auld, C. R. Barr, Susana Morgan, Geo. D. Barr and Sarah C. Ulrey, of this county, and Mrs. Rose Thornton, of Washington county, Illinois, are the children. All were present at the funeral except Mrs. Thornton."

"Mrs. Barr united with the M. E. church many years ago during a revival held by Rev. Harrison Cowden. She remained with this church for about eleven years and then she placed her membership in the Southern Methodist church at Hopewell where she was a faithful member until death called her home."

"She was very patient during her long sickness, and constantly trusted in her blessed Savior. The funeral services were held by Rev. Mathes assisted by Rev. Brown. Burial was at Baird Cemetery--Martinsville Planet."

More About ELLENORAH MCKENZIE:
Burial: July 06, 1901, Baird-Barr Cemetery, Martinsville, Clark Co., IL3

Marriage Notes for ELLENORAH MCKENZIE and BROWN BARR:
News Story
"Clark County Democrat," (Marshall, Clark Co., IL) January 29, 1896 (no page listed)

"Mr. and Mrs. Brown Lee Barr and wife (sic--Mrs. Brown Lee Barr was the wife) celebrated their golden wedding anniversary Thursday. Children, relatives and friends came in and enjoyed a sumptuous repast and gave them several nice presents. For 50 years they have traveled hand in hand down the aisle of time and now are enjoying good health and all the comforts of life. The merry crowd departed after wishing them another half century of partnership happiness. Mr. Barr is 71 and Mrs. Barr 68."

{Compiler's Note--In 1896, the Thursday referred to by the Clark County Democrat reporter was January 23, 1896. According to family records, Brown Lee Barr and Elnorah McKenzie were married January 23, 1845, not January 23, 1846. It appears the traditional date is incorrect, the Barrs were a year late in celebrating their golden wedding anniversary, or the date on the newspaper is incorrect)

Robert + Mary Something. Mary died in UNKNOWN. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Per the research of Ray Leidinger, he was married in Knox County, Ohio by the Rev. Nicholas D. Young.

Per the research of Ray Leidinger, Aaron is buried in the St. Luke Cemetery, Danville, Knox County, Ohio. Burial recorded as per the records of St. Luke's Catholic Church, Knox County, Danville, Ohio.

Birth: 1795
Maryland, USA
Death: May 25, 1840
Knox County
Ohio, USA

Aaron was the son of Gabriel McKenzie and Ann Maddox. He married 29 May 1820 Mary E. Logue. They were the parents of 9 children: Sebastian, James, Aaron Jr., Honora, Maria (Mary), Daniel W., Rachel Susanna, John Baptist and Cyphrian McKenzie. His wife is buried at St. Bonaventure, Fayette Co., IL.

Family links:
Children:
Daniel W McKenzie (1829 - 1893)*

*Calculated relationship


Burial:
Saint Luke's Cemetery
Danville (Knox County)
Knox County
Ohio, USA

Created by: Beverly Sweeney / Christ...
Record added: Dec 01, 2006
Find A Grave Memorial# 16872596

Aaron married Mary (Maria) E. Logue on 29 May 1820 in Knox County, Ohio. Mary (daughter of Daniel Logue and Honora (Oner) Logsdon) was born on 7 Sep 1801 in Allegany County, Maryland; died on 9 Apr 1857 in Loudon Township, Fayette County, Illinois. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Per the research of Ray Leidinger, she is buried in the St. Bonaventure Cemetery in St. Elmo, Fayette County, Illinois.

Birth: Sep. 7, 1801
Allegany County
Maryland, USA
Death: Apr. 9, 1857
Fayette County
Illinois, USA

Mary was the daughter of Daniel Logue and Honora Logsdon. She married Aaron McKenzie 29 May 1820. Aaron died 25 May 1840 and is buried at St. Luke's, Danville, Knox Co, OH. They had 9 children: Sebastian, James, Aaron, Honora, Maria (Mary), Daniel W., Rachel Susanna, John Baptist and Cyphrian McKenzie.

Children: Daniel W McKenzie (1829 - 1893)*

*Calculated relationship


Burial:
Saint Bonaventure Cemetery
Saint Elmo
Fayette County
Illinois, USA

Created by: Beverly Sweeney / Christ...
Record added: Nov 26, 2006
Find A Grave Memorial# 16791894

Notes:

Josephine (Jody) Moeller, Saint Charles, Illinois (jmoeller@inil.com) has compiled much information on this important early Fayette County family.

Josephine's information substantially updates what was published in Fayette Facts, Vol. 3, No. 4, pages 62-63 (1974), taking the family back an additional two generations, and forward . . .

The McKenzie family came to Fayette County with the Ohio migration of LOGUE and DURBIN families. Josephine writes, "To me, the preponderance of the evidence suggests that our Gabriel (1758-1832) was the son of Gabriel McKenzie(1715 - 1793) and Sarah Durbin. The most telling evidence is the Maryland Tax List of 1783 which shows a second Gabriel as a bachelor, on a different page, from the rest of the family.

Additional information from Ann Stansbarger:

The best record for Gab'l Jr. is the 1783 Tax Assessment for Washington County, Maryland. This assessment is broken into two separate sections: Heads of Household and Bachelors. These sections are recorded on two separate pages of the list.

Heads of Household:
Gabriel
Daniel
Aaron
Samual

Bachelors:
Gabriel Jr.

More from Ann Stansbarger dated January, 2010:

Mike

I can't believe I'm still up and it is 2:30 in the am. I'm reading the documents on your website (ed. note website would be Michael McKenzie's Mckenzies of Early Maryland website - www.mckenziesofearlymaryland.com). I noticed something very interesting.

In your Sources section, under Gabriel McKenzie, you have a paragraph which describes two land transactions for the year 1792. In the first, Gabriel and his wife cleared up a problem with the release of her dower rights on 25 April 1792. You have a copy of this document in your media section. Gabriel and his wife both sign this document with their marks. In the second transaction, as described below, Gabriel sells his Lot 3365 to Peter Majors on 16 May 1792, which is less than one month later.......But this is not the same Gabriel.

If you look closely at your Media items 117, 118, and 119, this document clearly say "Gabriel Jr." His mark is also different than that of his father. Also, note there is no mention of Sarah in this document. This is Gabriel's son, the same Gabriel Jr. who was a bachelor in the 1783 tax assessment. Your Media items 120 and 121 from 1803, however, say simply "Gabriel." I believe Gabriel Senior died in that period of three weeks between 25 April and 16 May 1792.

Your paragraph says: "One of the last known land transactions involving Gabriel McKenzie occurred in connection with a patent he received for land west of Fort Cumberland on which he had settled. In November 2010, Michael McKenzie of Mt. Savage, Maryland provided the author with a copy of the patent issued by the State of Maryland to Gabriel McKenzie. According to Michael, the patent was difficult to locate because the property actually was patented to Peter Mayors (Majors) on May 23, 1803, although the patent itself reflects that the property was surveyed for Gabriel McKinsey..(18) Per the documents, Gabriel [this is Gabriel Jr. not Gabriel] appeared before the Honorable Andrew Bruce, one of the Justices of the Peace of Allegany County, Maryland on May 16, 1792 and conveyed the fifty acres of land comprising lot number 3365 to Peter Mayors (Majors). The lot was described as being in the “reserved land west of Fort Cumberland”. Then on May 17, 1803, another document signed by Thomas Harwood, Jr. acknowledged and swore that “Gabriel Mckinsey, a settler westward of Fort Cumberland paid the purchase money for lot 3365”. Yet another unsigned document associated with this entire group of documents states that “Gabriel McKinney settler on Lot 3365 assigned to Peter Mayors (Majors) Patent to Peter Majors the 23rd May 1803”. This last document is a little confusing in that it could be interpreted that Gabriel was still alive in 1803 and was once again acknowledging that he was assigning lot 3365 to Majors so that he could obtain his patent. Since it is assumed by researchers that Gabriel was born abt. 1715, he would have been 88 years old in 1803 if he was still alive and capable of assigning the property to Peter Majors."

I don't want to speculate on how it happened that Gabriel Jr. was able to sell his father's land. The legal ramifications of that are beyond me. But it appears that he did just that.

Also, I noticed that Media item 162 (Lot Map with Settler's Names, 1800) has an error in the lot numbers for Peter Majors and Gabriel McKenzie. The other Lot Maps are correct. I know that you didnt annotate this particular map, but I thought you might want to know because it has the settler's names on it. Lot 3365 is the verticle triangle. The upside down triangle to the left of it, marked "Peter Majors Lot 3365," should say "Lot 3376." Since this map is dated 1800, I'm assuming Peter Major's name should be on Lot 3365, in lieu of Gabriel McKenzie's name.

I think these deeds combined with the tax rolls conclusively prove that gabriel, Jr. was the son of Gabriel (b. 1715)

Ann

Gabriel appears to be listed in the 1793 Allegany Tax Record -- Wills Town, as follows, along with his brothers Samuel, Daniel and Aaron.

Daniel
Aaron
Gabriel
Jessee
Samuel
John

Gabriel + Ann Maddox. Ann was born in St. Mary's Maryland; died in UNKNOWN in Allegany County, Maryland. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Information is from Pioneer Families of Colonial America by Mary Ann Doty Rizzo, Volume 2-223-24. They lived in Know County, Ohio. Daniel Logue was one of the founders of St. Luke's Catholic Church in Danville, Ohio. He may have been the son of John Logue instead of James Logue.

Daniel married Honora (Oner) Logsdon on 2 Sep 1795 in Allegany County, Maryland. Honora (daughter of Rapheal (Ralph) Logsdon and Mary Durbin) was born about 1774 in Willstown, Allegany County, Maryland; died in 1844 in Danville, Knox County, Ohio. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

nformation is from Pioneer Families of Colonial America by Mary Ann Doty Rizzo, Volume 2-230. On 13 Jan 1819 in Knox County, Ohio, Daniel Logue and Honora Logue (Logsdon) his wife, sold to John Witt of Allegany County, Maryland her 1/6th interest in the estate of Ralph (Ralphael) Logsdon for $450.00.