1. Virginia, Select Marriages, 1785-1940: Ancestry.com Web Site.
"Name: Andrew Jackson Froe
Gender: Male
Marital status: Single
Race: Black
Age: 30
Birth Date: 1855
Birth Place: Russell Co., VA
Marriage Date: 28 Jan 1885
Marriage Place: Tazewell, Virginia
Father: Fletcher Froe
Mother: Virginia Froe
Spouse: Amanda Miller
FHL Film Number: 34214
Reference ID: Page 70 line 11"
2. Virginia, Select Marriages, 1785-1940: Ancestry.com Web Site.
"Name: A. J. Froe
Gender: Male
Marital status: Widowed
Race: Black
Age: 43
Birth Date: 1856
Birth Place: Russell Co., VA
Marriage Date: 18 Jun 1899
Marriage Place: Tazewell County, Virginia
Father: Fletcher Froe
Mother: Virginia Froe
Spouse: Mary A. Holly
FHL Film Number: 34214
Reference ID: P 134 - L83"
3. Sanders Moon Family Tree; Posted by Saunders_moon; Ancestry.com Web Site.
"Andrew Jackson Froe
Birth 7 JUL 1850 • Virginia, United States
Death 20 MAR 1940 • Mudfork, Tazewell, Virginia, USA"
4. "The Heritage of McDowell County, West Virginia, 1858-1999"; 1999; By Geneva Steel, Tom
Hatcher and Sandra Long; "Sgt Andrew Jackson Froe Buffalo Soldier"; Article; Page 146; submitted
By Jessie Moon Thomas, PO Box 754, Gary, WV 24836."The U. S. Army African American regiments
known as Buffalo Soldiers charged to the front
line of public awareness when the 29 cents
commemorative postage stamp was issued
4/22/1994, honoring their legendary courage
and valor.
"For more than a hundred years, the Buffalo
Soldiers role in the settlement of America in the
West has been virtually invisible in the historical
accounts of the period. With the issuance of the
Buffalo Stamp, their story is told on mail through-
out America and around the world. The stamp is
set on a white background and features a dra—
matic rendering of four valiant soldiers on horse-
back. Bufflao Soldiers played an important role in
the early history of mail delivery, including
escorting wagon trains, “riding shotgun" on
stagecoaches and protecting mail runs.
"The Buffalo Soldiers often received inferior
military equipment, uniforms, horses, and
experienced extreme discrimination. They
could not stay in many of the towns they guard-
ed and were not allowed in the parade field at
the same time as other troops. Yet, there is a
legacy of pride, despite the hardships they
endured in the service to their country.
"Although African American soldiers have
fought in American conflicts since the Revolu-
tionary War, the Buffalo Soldier Regiments
were the first authorized to serve in the Army
during peacetime. ln 1866, after the Civil War,
Congress authorized the creation of the six all
Black regiments, two cavalry and four infantry.
"The Ninth Cavalry was established in
Greenville, LA and the Tenth at Ft. Leaven-
worth, Kansas.
"These former slaves and Black free men dis-
tinguished themselves for the next several
decades and became some of the most deco-
rated U.S. Military Regiments of all times. Eigh-
teen Black soldiers received the Medal of
Honor and the units had the lowest desertion
rate of any army unit from 1867 to 1898.
"Although there are many theories on how
the Buffalo Soldier won his name, the most
enduring suggests it was given to them by
Native Americans because of their bravery and
courage on the battlefield, The Buffalo Soldier
accepted the name as a compliment and the
Buffalo symbol was included on the regimental
Crest of the Tenth Cavalry.
"Sgt. Andrew Jackson Froe, brother of
Cheshire Froe, and my great uncle, was a
member of the Ninth Cavalry stationed at Fort
Huachuca, Sierra, Arizona.
"It is regarded as another home base for the
four Buffalo Soldier Regiments. it is the home
of an eight foot bronze tribute to the Buffalo
Soldiers and is a National Historical Landmark.
"When Sgt. Andrew Jackson Froe died at this
home at Mud Fork, Tazewell County, VA, in
1940, he was receiving a pension as a veteran
of the Indian Wars. A monument stands in the
family cemetery with his date of birth and death
and the words, Ninth Cavalry, inscribed on it.
"His colorful war experiences and his gift of
story telling have become an integral part of
the Froe Family heritage. Submitted by: Jessie
Moon Thomas, F. O. Box 754, Gary, WV 24836"
1. Virginia, Select Marriages, 1785-1940; Ancestry.com Web Site.
"Name: Mary A. Holly
Gender: Female
Marital status: Widowed
Race: Black
Age: 32
Birth Date: 1867
Birth Place: Tazewell Co., VA
Marriage Date: 18 Jun 1899
Marriage Place: Tazewell County, Virginia
Spouse: A. J. Froe
FHL Film Number: 34214
Reference ID: P 134 - L83"
1. Logan Co, WV; Marriage Records; Vol #__(1961); Page 517; WV Archives Website.
Roscoe Maynor, Jr; age 21; born in Cyclone, WV; single; living at Davin, WV; son of Roscoe and
Bonnie Pearl (Elkins) Maynor; married on 8 Jul 1961 in Man, WV; Sarah Lou Gibson; age 16; born
in Amherstdale, WV; single; living at Davin, WV; daughter of William and Sessie (Brown) Gibson.
1. Logan Co, WV; Marriage Records; Vol #__(1961); Page 517; WV Archives Website.
Roscoe Maynor, Jr; age 21; born in Cyclone, WV; single; living at Davin, WV; son of Roscoe and
Bonnie Pearl (Elkins) Maynor; married on 8 Jul 1961 in Man, WV; Sarah Lou Gibson; age 16; born
in Amherstdale, WV; single; living at Davin, WV; daughter of William and Sessie (Brown) Gibson.
1. 1930 Census, McDowell Co, WV; Big Creek District; taken on 7 May 1930; Page 78A;
Family #25/25.
Listed as Fred Rose; age 5; born in WV; in household of father, Charles G. Rose.
2. 1940 Census, McDowell Co, WV; Big Creek District; E.D. 24-17; taken on 13 May 1940; Page 335B;
Image 52 of 64; Household #435.
Listed as Fred Rose; age 14; born in WV; 2nd grade education; attending school; lived in same house
on 1 Apr 1935; in household of father, Charles G. Rose.
3. Russell Co, VA; Marriage License #6962; Ancestry.com Web Site.
Fred Carl Rose; age 28; born in War, WV; single; miner; living at War, WV; son of Glenn and
Betty (Mitchell) Rose; married on 28 Mar 1955 in Russell Co, VA; Joyce Ann Keel; age 18; born
and living in War, WV; daughter of V.C. and Zella (Crabtree) Keel. (Fred was not son of Betty Mitchell.
His father had remarried long before his birth)
4. Social Security Death Index; Ancestry.com Web Site.
Fred Rose; born on 6 Dec 1925; died on 16 Feb 1994; living at War, McDowell Co, WV at death.
5. "The Heritage of McDowell County, West Virginia, 1858-1999"; 1999; By Geneva Steel, Tom
Hatcher and Sandra Long; "Donnie and Dwanna Rose Hicks"; Article; Page 170; submitted by Tina
Hicks, Cucumber, WV 24826.
1. Fanning Funeral Home; Iaeger, WV; Posted Obit.
"Joyce Ann Jessie, 77, of Taylorsville, N.C. formerly of Coalwood, WV, passed away, Friday, April 14, 2017 at Tazewell Community Hospital, in Tazewell, VA. Born May 18, 1939, in Yukon, WV, she was the daughter of the late, Vaughn Cowan and Zelda Emelyne Crabtree Keel. She was a homemaker, and of the Baptist Faith. She was a resident of Coalwood most of her life, before moving to N.C. 13 Years ago."In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by, her first husband Fred Carl Rose; second husband of 38 years, Guy Jessie; one son, Rickey Carl Rose.
"Survivors include, one son, Dwayne Raye Rose and wife Tammy of Hiddenite, N.C.; two daughters, Dwanna Faye Hicks and husband Donnie of Squire, W.V., Conteena Emelyne Boucher and husband Larry of LeHigh Acres, FL.; one brother, Vade Keel and wife Julia of Sherman TX, one sister, Lois Rose of Berwind, WV; 9 Grandchildren, and 9 Great Grandchildren.
"Funeral Services will be conducted, Thursday, April 20, 2017 at 11 A.M. from the Fanning Funeral Home Chapel in Welch, WV, with Pastor Ryan Rose officiating, burial will follow at Grandview Memory Gardens in Bluefield, VA...."
2. "The Heritage of McDowell County, West Virginia, 1858-1999"; 1999; By Geneva Steel, Tom
Hatcher and Sandra Long; "Donnie and Dwanna Rose Hicks"; Article; Page 170; submitted by Tina
Hicks, Cucumber, WV 24826.
1. "The Heritage of McDowell County, West Virginia, 1858-1999"; 1999; By Geneva Steel, Tom
Hatcher and Sandra Long; "Donnie and Dwanna Rose Hicks"; Article; Page 170; submitted by Tina
Hicks, Cucumber, WV 24826.
1. "The Heritage of McDowell County, West Virginia, 1858-1999"; 1999; By Geneva Steel, Tom
Hatcher and Sandra Long; "Donnie and Dwanna Rose Hicks"; Article; Page 170; submitted by Tina
Hicks, Cucumber, WV 24826.
1. 1900 Census, McDowell Co, WV; Elkhorn District; taken 22 Jun 1900; Page 204B; Image 40 of
46; Family #478/486.
Listed as Georgie Woody; age 7; born in VA in Feb 1893; Black; n household of mother, Callie
Wright Woody.
2. 1910 Census; McDowell Co, WV; Browns Creek District; Keystone; taken on __ April 1910; Page
175B; Image 26 of 42; Family #250/301.
Listed as Georgie Woody; age 16; born in VA; Black; motorman in coal mine; in household of
step-father, Perry Curry.
3. 1920 Census, McDowell Co, WV; browns Creek District; Keystone; taken on 20 Jan 1920; Page
185A; Image 36 of 54; Family #402/488.
Listed as Georgia Curry (sic, Woody); age 25; born in VA; single; Black; in household of
step-father, Perry Curry.
4. McDowell Co, WV; Marriage Records; Vol #__(1922); Page 62; WV Archives Website.
George Woody; age 29; born in Pittsylvania Co, VA; single; Black; motorman; living at Keystone, WV;
son of John and Callie; married on 19 Mar 1922 at Keystone, WV; Mildred Irving; age 16; born in
Amos, VA (can not locate); single; Black; daughter of ______ and Sallie.
1. McDowell Co, WV; Marriage Records; Vol #__(1922); Page 62; WV Archives Website.
George Woody; age 29; born in Pittsylvania Co, VA; single; Black; motorman; living at Keystone, WV;
son of John and Callie; married on 19 Mar 1922 at Keystone, WV; Mildred Irving; age 16; born in
Amos, VA (can not locate); single; Black; daughter of ______ and Sallie.
1. Virginia, Marriage Records, 1936-2014; Ancestry.com Web Site.
"Name: Dan Richie
Gender: Male
Race: White
Age: 70
Birth Date: 18 Sep 1905
Marriage Registration Place: Buchanan, Virginia, USA
Marriage Date: 13 Jan 1976
Marriage Place: Buchanan, Virginia, USA
Father: Henry William Richie
Mother: Barbara Ellen Hollyfield
Spouse: Stella Mae Johnson Coleman"
2. Social Security Death Index, 1935-2014; Ancestry.com Web Site.
"Name: Dan Richie
SSN: 403-18-6833
Last Residence:
24844 Iaeger, Mcdowell, West Virginia, USA
BORN: 18 Sep 1905
Last Benefit: 24844, Iaeger, Mcdowell, West Virginia, United States of America
Died: May 1977
State (Year) SSN issued: Kentucky (Before 1951)"
1. 1910 Census, McDowell Co, WV; Sandy River District; Panther; taken on 15 Apr 1910; Page 95A;
Family #5/5.
Listed as Bessie Kenedy; age 6; born in WV; in household of father, Andrew R. Kennedy.
2. 1920 Census, McDowell Co, WV; Sandy River District; taken on 2 Jan 1920; Page 253A; Family #1/1.
Listed as Bessie Kenedy; age 15; born in WV; in household of father, Andrew R. Kennedy.
3. McDowell Co, WV; Marriage Records; Vol #__(1924); Page 204; WV Archives Web Site.
Tarvin Asbury; age 24; born in McDowell Co, WV; single; miner; living at Iaeger, WV; son of George
and Mary; married on 31 Jul 1924 at Welch, WV; Bessie Kenedy; age 22; born in McDowell Co, WV;
single; daughter of Andy and Martha.
4. McDowell Co, WV; death Certificate #'71 018735; WV Aechives Web Site via LDS Web Site.
Bessie Richie; age 67; born 25 Jan 1904 in WV; married (sic divorced); wife of Danny Ritchie;
housewife; living at Iaeger, WV; daughter of Andrew and Martha (Auvil) Kennedy; died 18 Aug 1971
in Doctors Memorial Hospital, Welch, WV; due to acute coronary thrombosis; buried 20 Aug 1971
in Kennedy Cemetery, Iaeger, WV.
5. FindAGrave.com Web Site.
"Bessie Kennedy Asbury
BIRTH 25 Jan 1904
Iaeger, McDowell County, West Virginia, USA
DEATH 18 Aug 1971 (aged 67)
Iaeger, McDowell County, West Virginia, USA
BURIAL
Kennedy Cemetery
McDowell County, West Virginia'
5. E-mail from srichie1; 13 May 2018.
"There is some info on Bessie Kennedy that I thought you might use.
"Bessie was married to Henry Tarvin Asbury and they had the following children, not in order
Lessie Asbury 12/31/1930-7/27/1931-I believe that she was a twin but I don't remember the name of the other girl, she also died as a child
Herman Asbury
Dewey Asbury, married Gathie Matney
Emmett Asbury, married Georgia Cole
Ruby Asbury married Oscar McCoy, Jr.
Ruth Asbury married Johnny Lester
Velda Asbury 4/5/1936-12/2/1939
I am not sure if this is all of the kids."Bessie married Dan Richie and they have 3 surviving kids plus
Dan Richie, Jr. 12/15/1940-1/9/1941"My X is one of the surviving kids of Bessie and Dan. Bessie died 8/18/1971 and I am not sure of the exact date that Dan died, somewhere around 1977. I believe that Dan was born in Kentucky
"I believe that Henry Tarvin also married Kathryn Marie Gillespie in 1959..."
1. McDowell Co, WV; Death Certificate #655; WV Archives Web Site.
Dan R