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- 1881 England & Wales Census
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James Dudley Councill, 1861 - 1936 James Dudley Councill 1861 1936 North Carolina North Carolina
James Dudley Councill was born on 1861, in , North Carolina, to James Willis Councill and Mary V "Mollie Councill (born Cocke).
James had 8 siblings: Richard Lenoir Councill, Sallie M. Reeves (born Councill) and .
James married Emma Councill (born Winkler).
Emma was born on 1871.
They had 5 children: Alice Lenore Robbins (born Councill), James Dudley Councill and .
James lived in 1870, in , North Carolina.
He lived in 1880, in , North Carolina.
He lived in 1936, in , North Carolina.
James passed away on 1936, at age 75 in , North Carolina.
He was buried in , North Carolina.
Documents of James Dudley Councill
James Dudley Councill in Watauga Democrat - June 2 1921
Chronicling America: Historic American Newspapers, 1791-1963
"... 0 7 ft Efce OTatausa democrat LOCAL AFFAIRS Miss Annie Winkler, a student of Meredith College, at Raleigh, has returned to her home in Boone for the summer. Mr. James Councill is in Transylvania dounty doing civil engineering for the new roads of the county. A car load of Ford cars consigned to Yates Bros., of the Watauga Motor Co., arrived yesterday afternoon. See ad in this paper. Mrs. Emeline ..."
Publication place: Boone, Watauga, North Carolina, USA
James Dudley Councill in The Rhododendron, Appalachian State University, yearbook, Vol. 1923
"... Mitchell Paul Norris Fred Anders Franklin Baird Earnest Billings Howard Cottrell Raleigh Cottrell Dudley Councill Kenneth Linney Edgar Lookabill Howard Mast Phil Mast Byron McBride Raymond McGniri Ralph Greene ..."
Publication place: Boone, North Carolina, USA
James D. Councill
1862
North Carolina
James D. Councill in 1880 United States Federal Census
James D. Councill
was born circa 1862, in
birth place
, North Carolina, to
James W. Councill
and
Mary V. Councill
.
James Willis Councill, 1826 - 1884 James Willis Councill 1826 1884 North Carolina North Carolina
James Willis Councill was born on 1826, in , North Carolina, to Jordan Councill and Sarah "Sallie" Councill (born Bower).
James had 2 siblings: Williams Bowers Councill and one other sibling.
James married Mary V "Mollie Councill (born Cocke) on 1854, at age 27 in , North Carolina.
Mary was born on 1834, in , South Carolina.
They had 9 children: James Dudley Councill, Richard Lenoir Councill and .
James passed away on 1884, at age 57 in , North Carolina.
He was buried in , North Carolina.
Documents of James Willis Councill
James Willis Councill in History of Watauga County, NC., With Sketches of Prominent Families, 1915
"... September 23, 1802. The children of Jordan Councill, Jr., who married Sallie Bowers, September 3, 1823, were: John C, born August i, 1824; James W., born December 29, 1826; William Bowers, born February ..."
Publication place: Richmond, Virginia, USA
James W. Councill
1826
North Carolina
James W. Councill in 1880 United States Federal Census
James
married
Mary V. Councill
.
James Willis Councill in The North-Carolina Standard - July 15 1846
Chronicling America: Historic American Newspapers, 1791-1963
"... Benbury Miss Penelope 2Moore Bat. Bunkin VV. Blalock Hugh Bryant Mrs. Laura Blount Miss Sarah E. Bronn Miss N. C. Booth James Baugh Wm. C. Blake Albert C. Cooke Henry L. Cooke VV. P. Crawley James M. Councill K. Crocker M. D. Cheshier Rev. M. Cope John Caps Littleton Collins Eaton Cain Martha Carrell James Coilett Miss Sarah P. D. Davis Geo. VV. F. Drake A. D. Drake E. B. Dupree James Dew John ..."
Publication place: Raleigh, Wake, North Carolina, USA
James Dudley Councill, 1908 - 1976 James Dudley Councill 1908 1976 North Carolina Washington
James Dudley Councill was born on 1908, in , North Carolina, to James Dudley Councill and Emma Councill (born Winkler).
James had 4 siblings: Alice Lenore Robbins (born Councill) and .
James passed away on 1976, at age 68 in , Washington.
He was buried in , Washington.
Documents of James Dudley Councill
James D Councill
1908 1976 James D Councill in BillionGraves
James D Councill
was born on November 14 1908.
James
passed away on November 21 1976, at age 68.
He was buried in Floral Hills Cemetery, Lynnwood, Washington, United States.
James Dudley Councill in Watauga Democrat - June 15 1922
Chronicling America: Historic American Newspapers, 1791-1963
"... of Dunn, is stopping for a few days at the Ciitcber hotel. r Ex-Sheriff J. L. Hayes left this morning for Johnson City, Limestone and Greenville, Tennessee, on business and pleasure bent Mr. James Councill, son of Mr. and Mrs. B. J. Councill and a student at the State University returned last Friday for the summer. Mr. Dallas Cottrell, and sister, Miss Ruth, are off to Virginia for a two weeks ..."
Publication place: Boone, Watauga, North Carolina, USA
James Hardin (Jim) Councill, 1903 - 1991 James Hardin (Jim) Councill 1903 1991
James Hardin (Jim) Councill was born on 1903, to Benjamin (Ben or BJ) Councill and Blanche Councill (born Hagaman).
James had one brother: Edward Tracy Councill.
James married Margaret Councill (born Moore).
Margaret was born on 1902.
James passed away on 1991, at age 88.
He was buried in , North Carolina.
Documents of James Hardin (Jim) Councill
James Hardin Councill
1903 1991
North Carolina
North Carolina
James Hardin Councill in North Carolina, Deaths, 1931-1994
James Hardin Councill
was born on
month
day
1903, in
birth place
, North Carolina, to
Benjamin J. Councill
and
Blanche Hagaman
.
James
married
Margaret Moore
.
James H Councill
1903
North Carolina
James H Councill in 1910 United States Federal Census
James H Councill
was born circa 1903, in
birth place
, North Carolina, to
Ben J Councill
and
E Blanch Councill
.
James
had one brother:
E Tracy Councill
.
James H Councill
1904
North Carolina
James H Councill in 1920 United States Federal Census
James H Councill
was born circa 1904, in
birth place
, North Carolina, to
Ben J Councill
and
Blanch Councill
.
James
had one brother:
E Tracy Councill
.
James H Councill
1903 1991 James H Councill in U.S. Social Security Death Index (SSDI)
James H Councill
was born on January 31 1903.
James
lived in USA.
James
passed away on February 8 1991, at age 88.
James Councill, 1698 - 1804 James Councill 1698 1804 Virginia North Carolina
James Councill was born in 1698, in , Virginia, to John council and Josie council (born Willis).
James had 8 brothers: (DAR) James Council, Jesse Council and .
James married Mary Council (born Jackson) in 1741, at age 43 in , Virginia.
Mary was born on 1720, in , Virginia.
James then married Joanna Council (born Willis) in 1748, at age 50 in , North Carolina.
Joanna was born in 1730, in , North Carolina.
They had 13 children: Arthur Council, Joanna Smith (born Council) and .
James then married Sarah Council (born Kitchin) circa 1748, at age 50 in , North Carolina.
Sarah was born in 1728, in , North Carolina.
They had 6 sons: John Council, William Council and .
James lived in 1781, in , North Carolina.
He lived in 1782, in , Virginia.
He lived in 1790, in , North Carolina.
James passed away in 1804, at age 106 in , North Carolina.
He was buried in , North Carolina.
James Jordan Councill, 1853 - 1936 James Jordan Councill 1853 1936 Virginia Virginia
James Jordan Councill was born on 1853, in , Virginia, to James Holland Councill and Louisa Councill (born Bradshaw).
James had 8 siblings: Martha Jane Lankford (born Councill), Joseph Calvin Councill and .
James married Martha Elizabeth Councill (born Scott) on 1878, at age 25 in , Virginia.
Martha was born on 1852, in , North Carolina.
They had 6 children: Robert Jordan Councill, Joseph Tiberius Councill and .
James lived on 1880, in , Virginia.
He lived on 1900, in , Virginia.
His occupations were and .
James passed away on 1936, at age 83 in , Virginia.
He was buried in , Virginia.
Documents of James Jordan Councill
James J Councill
1854
Virginia
James J Councill in 1910 United States Federal Census
James
married
Martha E Councill
.
James Jordan Councill
1853 1936 James Jordan Councill in BillionGraves
James Jordan Councill
was born on January 22 1853.
James
passed away on May 11 1936, at age 83.
He was buried in Poplar Springs Cemetery, Franklin, Virginia, United States.
James Councill, 1814 - 1880 James Councill 1814 1880
James Councill was born in 1814, in , to John Counsell and Ann Councell (born Lord).
James was baptized on 1814, in .
James had 9 siblings: Reuben Counsell, Alice Nuttall (born Councell) and .
James married Maria Counsell (born Councill) on 1848, at age 33 in .
Maria was born on 1827, in .
They had 3 children: Elizabeth Ann Kay (born Councill) and .
James lived in .
He lived in 1861, in .
He lived in 2 more places.
James passed away on 1880, at age 65 in .
He was buried in .
Documents of James Councill
James Counsel
1815 1880 James Counsel in England Deaths and Burials, 1538-1991
James Counsel
was born in 1815.
James P. COUNCILL, 1848 - 1922 James P. COUNCILL 1848 1922 North Carolina Kentucky
James P. COUNCILL was born on 1848, in , North Carolina, to Benjamin COUNCILL and Temperence Councill (born Shull).
James had 12 siblings: Mary Sophina Horton (born Council), Hannah M. WALLIS (born COUNCILL) and .
James married Sarah E. COUNCILL (born Horton) in 1866, at age 17 in , North Carolina.
Sarah was born on 1848, in .
They had 10 children: Addie May Council, Rebecca Elizabeth Council and .
James lived in 1860, in , North Carolina.
He lived in 1880, in , North Carolina.
He lived in 2 more places.
James passed away on 1922, at age 73 in , Kentucky.
He was buried in .
Documents of James P. COUNCILL
James P. COUNCILL in Watauga Democrat - Aug 19 1920
Chronicling America: Historic American Newspapers, 1791-1963
"... is a good long step in the right direction. The Secretary has not vet cot the report of the first meetings in shape for the printer, but we have the promise of it for next week's issue. Mr. James Councill, who has been doing instrument work on road surveys in thesouth-wes tern part of the State since last spring, has returned home, and will remain here until the open ing of the University of North ..."
Publication place: Boone, Watauga, North Carolina, USA
James P Councill
1849
North Carolina
James P Councill in 1860 United States Federal Census
James P Councill
was born circa 1849, in
birth place
, North Carolina, to
Benjamin Councill
and
Temperence Councill
.
James P Councill
1849 1922
Kentucky
James P Councill in Kentucky Deaths, 1900 - 1999
James P Councill
was born circa 1849.
James Council
1849
North Carolina
James Council in 1870 United States Federal Census
James Council
was born circa 1849, in
birth place
, North Carolina, to
Benjamin Council
and
Temperance Council
.
James Goodwin Councill, 1821 - 1916 James Goodwin Councill 1821 1916 Virginia Virginia
James Goodwin Councill was born on 1821, in , Virginia, to Joseph Godwin Council and Judith Yates Council (born McClenny).
James had 11 siblings: William Joseph Council, George Thomas Council and .
James married Sarah Ann Councill (born White) in 1870, at age 48.
Sarah was born in 1821, in .
They had 2 children: William Boardman Councill and one other child.
James then married Sarah Ann Council (born White).
Sarah was born on 1822.
They had 5 children: Eugene Kincaid Council, Virginius Haldane Council and 3 other children.
James lived in 1860, in , Virginia.
He lived in 1880, in , Virginia.
He lived in 2 more places.
James passed away on 1916, at age 94 in , Virginia.
He was buried in , Virginia.
Documents of James Goodwin Councill
James G Council
1822
Virginia
James G Council in 1860 United States Federal Census
James
married
Sarah A Council
.
James Paul Councill, 1888 - 1957 James Paul Councill 1888 1957 Virginia Virginia
James Paul Councill was born on 1888, in , Virginia, to James Jordan Councill and Martha Elizabeth Councill (born Scott).
James had 5 siblings: Robert Jordan Councill, Joseph Tiberius Councill and .
James married Irva Councill (born Winslow) in , Virginia.
Irva was born on 1899, in , Virginia.
They had one son: Edward Winslow Councill.
His occupation was a .
James passed away on 1957, at age 69 in , Virginia.
He was buried in , Virginia.
Documents of James Paul Councill
Paul Councill
1888
Virginia
Paul Councill in 1910 United States Federal Census
Paul Councill
was born circa 1888, in
birth place
, Virginia, to
James J Councill
and
Martha E Councill
.
James Paul Councill in History of Watauga County, NC., With Sketches of Prominent Families, 1915
"... May 11, 1861 ; first captain, Geo. N. Folk; first lieutenant, Joe B. Todd; second lieutenant, James Councill ; third lieutenant, J. C. Blair. Company B, 37th Regiment, organized September, 1861, in Boone ..."
Publication place: Richmond, Virginia, USA
James Paul Councill in The Mathews Journal - Mar 23 1911
Chronicling America: Historic American Newspapers, 1791-1963
"... Blackstone, Va. CABBAGE PLA1STS. Extra fine Early Jersey and Chiles' ton Wakefield. Guaranteed to please you in every way. $1.25 per 1,000; 11.00 per 1,000 for 5,000 or more. Or? dern solicited. PAUL COUNCILL, Franklin, Va EGGS FOR SETTING Barred Plymouth Rocks, S. C. andR. C. Rhode Island Reda, Black Min orcas and White Wyandottea. $1.50 for 15 eggs; $7.00 per 100. Only the purest strains. Write ..."
Publication place: Mathews, Mathews, Virginia, USA
James Holland Councill, 1806 - 1862 James Holland Councill 1806 1862 Virginia Virginia
James Holland Councill was born in 1806, in , Virginia, to Amos Councill and Treasy Councill.
James had 3 siblings: Josiah C. Councill and 2 other siblings.
James married Louisa Councill (born Bradshaw) on 1835, at age 29 in , Virginia.
Louisa was born in 1809, in , Virginia.
They had 9 children: James Jordan Councill, Martha Jane Lankford (born Councill) and .
James lived in 1840, in , Virginia.
He lived on 1850, in , Virginia.
He lived on 1860, in , Virginia.
His occupations were , and .
James passed away on 1862, at age 56 in , Virginia.
Documents of James Holland Councill
James H Council
1806
Virginia
James H Council in 1850 United States Federal Census
James
married
Louisa Council
.
James Council
1806 James Council in 1860 United States Federal Census
James
married
Louisa Council
.
James Woodward Councill, 1921 - 1973 James Woodward Councill 1921 1973 Virginia Oklahoma
James Woodward Councill was born on 1921, in , Virginia, to Russell Davis Councill and Emma Virginia Councill (born McSparren).
James married Azle Lee (Rebecca) Whitaker (born Sexton) on 1943, at age 22 in , Virginia.
Azle was born on 1918, in , Texas.
They had 2 children.
James lived in 1930, in , Virginia.
He lived in 1935, in , New Jersey.
He lived in 2 more places.
James passed away in 1973, at age 51 in , Oklahoma.
He was buried in , Oklahoma.
Documents of James Woodward Councill
James Woodward Councill
1921 1973 James Woodward Councill in BillionGraves
James Woodward Councill
was born in 1921.
James
passed away in 1973, at age 52.
He was buried in Memorial Park Cemetery, Tulsa, Oklahoma, United States.
James Councill
1921 1973 James Councill in U.S. Social Security Death Index (SSDI)
James Councill
was born on November 6 1921.
James
lived in Tulsa, Oklahoma 74135, USA.
James
passed away in February 1973, at age 51.
James W Councill
1922
Virginia
James W Councill in 1930 United States Federal Census
James W Councill
was born circa 1922, in
birth place
, Virginia, to
Russell D Councill
and
Emma V Councill
.
James
had one sister:
Emma V Councill
.
James Councill, 1816 - 1890 James Councill 1816 1890 Virginia
James Councill was born on 1816, in , Virginia, to Benjamin Councill and Charlotte Elizabeth Councill.
James married Lucinda Ann Councill.
Lucinda was born in 1823, in , Virginia.
They had 9 children: John Franklin Council, George Thomas Edward Councill and .
James lived in 1850, in , Virginia.
He lived in 1870, in , Virginia.
James passed away on 1890, at age 73.
Documents of James Councill
James Councill
1817 James Councill in 1860 United States Federal Census
James
married
Lucinda Councill
.
James Councill
1817
Virginia
James Councill in 1870 United States Federal Census
James
married
Lucinda Councill
.
James Jefferson Councill, 1892 - 1962 James Jefferson Councill 1892 1962 Virginia Maryland
James Jefferson Councill was born on 1892, in , Virginia, to Eugene Kincaid Councill and Bertie Marion Councill (born Kemp).
James had 2 brothers: Wilford A H Councill and .
James lived in 1900, in , Maryland.
He lived in 1900, in , Maryland.
He lived in 8 more places.
James passed away on 1962, at age 69 in , Maryland.
Documents of James Jefferson Councill
James Jefferson Councill in Baltimore American and Commercial Advertiser - July 21 1894
Maryland Newspapers, 1790-2009
"... was defective. THOUGHTS OP THE CHILDREN. Why Mr. Connelli fiti Unsuccessful in a bult Against an Orphanage. Judge Wright, sitting ln the City Court yesterday, hoard the habeas petition of James A. Councill against Airs. Margaret A. F. Hussell, manager of the Baptist Orphanage cf this to gain possession of his two little daughters. Lou Al. and Carrle J. Councill, aged respectively elevon and eight ..."
Publication place: Baltimore, Baltimore County, MD, USA
James Jefferson Councill in The Register Book for the Parish, Prince Frederick, Winyaw, 1916
"... of October 1745 Arthur Councill Son of Hardy Councill Beatrix his Wife Born Nov the d^^ 1739 James Councill Son of Said Parents Born October 20*^ 1742 Sarah Councill daughter of Said Parents Born July ..."
Publication place: Baltimore, Maryland, USA
James J Councill
1893
Virginia
James J Councill in 1920 United States Federal Census
James J Councill
was born circa 1893, in
birth place
, Virginia, to
Eugene K Councill
and
Bertie M Councill
.
James Jefferson Councill
1892
Virginia
James Jefferson Councill in United States World War I Draft Registrations, 1917-1918
James Howard Councill, 1909 - 1999 James Howard Councill 1909 1999 North Carolina Massachusetts
James Howard Councill was born on 1909, in , North Carolina.
James married Evelyn Gladys Councill (born Johnson) on 1946, at age 36 in , Massachusetts.
Evelyn was born on 1911, in , Massachusetts.
They had one child.
James then married Floy Elizabeth Councill (born Drum Townsend).
Floy was born on 1908, in , North Carolina.
James passed away on 1999, at age 89 in , Massachusetts.
Documents of James Howard Councill
James H Councill
1909 1999 James H Councill in U.S. Social Security Death Index (SSDI)
James H Councill
was born on December 8 1909.
James
lived in Holyoke, Massachusetts 01040, USA.
James
passed away on November 15 1999, at age 89.
Newspaper Name Index, USA and Canada
James CouncillJames Councill in The Catholic Press - Apr 21 1964
Newspaper Name Index, USA and Canada
"... the Marathon in Yonkers, N. Y., next month.” Kelley was one of four Southeastern Connecticut and Westom Rhode Island runners to start and finish yesterday's marathon. The others wer James Councill of Westerly and Electric Boat Athletic Club, 88th in 3 hours, 7 minutes, 45 seconds; Fred Rutka of and 108th ln and Ted Lyon of the Coast Guard Training Station, ..."
Publication place: Hartford, Hartford County, Connecticut, United States
James P. CouncillJames P. Councill in Watauga Democrat. - Nov 23 1893
Newspaper Name Index, USA and Canada
"... for the offlee and it will be better equipped than ever belorc. On luHt Tuesday night Mr. Zeb. Rnchanat;, of Elk Park, and Miss Myrtle, the necond daughter of James P. Councill, of Vilas, were mar ried at the home of the bride. The Democrat extends con gratulations. It seems that we have had a lot of new babiex to report of ..."
Publication place: Boone, Watauga, North Carolina
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James Woodward Councill 1921 1973
James Woodward Councill, 1921 - 1973
James Woodward Councill was born in 1921.
James passed away in 1973, at age 52.
He was buried in Memorial Park Cemetery, Tulsa, Oklahoma, United States.
England & Wales, Death Index, 1837-2005
FamilySearch Family Tree
James Jordan Councill 1853 1936VirginiaVirginia
James Jordan Councill, 1853 - 1936
James Jordan Councill was born on month day 1853, in birth place, Virginia, to James Holland Councill and Louisa Councill (born Bradshaw).
James had 8 siblings: George Godwin Councill, Martha Jane Lankford (born Councill) and 6 other siblings.
James married Martha Elizabeth Councill (born Scott) on month day 1878, at age 25 in marriage place, Virginia.
They had 6 children: Joseph Tiberius Councill, Viola Holland Drake (born Councill) and 4 other children.
James Willis Councill 1826 1884North Carolina
James Willis Councill, 1826 - 1884
James Willis Councill was born on month day 1826, in birth place, North Carolina, to Jordan Councill and Sarah Councill (born Bower).
James married Mary Virginia Councill (born Cocke) on month day 1854, at age 27 in marriage place, North Carolina.
Hardy Council 1859 1932IllinoisMichigan
Hardy Council, 1859 - 1932
Hardy Council was born on month day 1859, in birth place, Illinois, to John Hardy Council and Edna Council (born Lake).
Hardy married Julia Ann Council (born Cantrall) on month day 1883, at age 24 in marriage place, Illinois.
He lived in 6 more places.
James Paul Councill 1888 1957VirginiaVirginia
James Paul Councill Sr, 1888 - 1957
James Paul Councill was born on month day 1888, in birth place, Virginia, to James Jordan Councill and Martha Elizabeth Councill (born Scott).
James had 5 siblings: Joseph Tiberius Councill, Viola Holland Drake (born Councill) and 3 other siblings.
James married Irva Gertrude Councill (born Winslow) on month day 1920, at age 32 in marriage place, Virginia.
He lived in 6 more places.
North Carolina, Deaths, 1931-1994
Myrtle Alwilda Buchanan 1878 1964North CarolinaNorth Carolina
James P. Councill, 1878 - 1964
Myrtle Alwilda Buchanan was born on month day 1878, in birth place, North Carolina, to James P. Councill and Sallie Horton.
Myrtle married Zebulon Bard Buchanan.
Mary Councill Hollifield 1904 1987North CarolinaNorth Carolina
James Dudley Councill, 1904 - 1987
Mary Councill Hollifield was born on month day 1904, in birth place, North Carolina, to James Dudley Councill and Emma Winkler.
Alice Lenore Councill Robbins 1906 1977North CarolinaNorth Carolina
James Dudley Councill, 1906 - 1977
Alice Lenore Councill Robbins was born on month day 1906, in birth place, North Carolina, to James Dudley Councill and Emma Winkler.
Tom Lewis Councill 1916 1976North CarolinaNorth Carolina
James Dudley Councill, 1916 - 1976
Tom Lewis Councill was born on month day 1916, in birth place, North Carolina, to James Dudley Councill and Emma Winkler.
Tom married Carrie Greer.
1901 England & Wales Census
1911 England & Wales Census
James Councill 1865
James Councill, born Circa 1865
James married Hannah Councill circa 1886, at age 21.
1891 England & Wales Census
1950 United States Federal Census
James L Councill 1938Virginia
James L Councill, born Circa 1938
James L Councill was born circa 1938, in birth place, Virginia, to George Councill and Virginia Councill.
1940 United States Federal Census
James Councill 1939Virginia
James Councill, born Circa 1939
James Councill was born circa 1939, in birth place, Virginia, to George Councill and Virginia Councill.
James H Councill 1904North Carolina
James H Councill, born Circa 1904
James married Margaret Councill.
1851 England & Wales Census
United States Passport Applications, 1795-1925
U.S. City Directories
James H Councill
James H Councill
James H Councill married Margaret M Councill in between 1953 and 1959.