Parker Family
by Jay Guy Cisco
From Historic Sumner County, Tennessee
1909
Retyped for the page by Diane Payne and Danene Vincent
The first of the PARKER family came to America in about the second ship after the Mayflower landed at Plymouth Rock. Thomas PARKER espoused the cause of Roger WILLIAM and went with him to the Hartford Plantations. One of his descendants emigrated to Pennsylvania, and afterwards he, or one of his descendants, removed to Hampshire County, Virginia. From this line sprang John PARKER, the father of Nathaniel PARKER.Nathaniel PARKER was born in Hampshire County, Virginia, about 1730. He served under Washington in his attack on the French at Fort Duquense. He also served under Captain Jack against the Indians. He was fond of adventure as were most men of his day, and wandered through the wilderness of Pennsylvania and Northwest Virginia, fearless of Indian foes. He may be classed with the "long hunters," as he spent much of his time hunting and exploring, being out often by himself for long periods of time. He made several journeys from his native State to the Cumberland country and back. While in Sumner County he spent most of his time at Greenfield. Before the Indian troubles ceased he removed his young children (his wife being dead) to Sumner County and built a house near Greenfield. That house is still standing and is occupied by Mr. Robert BRYSON. Five years after the death of Colonel Anthony BLEDSOE, Mr. PARKER married his widow, he being at the time 63 and she 60 years of age. He died in 1803 and was buried near the site of the old Morgan fort, on lands now belonging to Mr. JOHNSON.
Nathan PARKER had seven sons. The three eldest, John, Thomas, and Richard, married sisters, Misses ROGERS, members of the same family as General George Rogers CLARK. The eldest, John, never came to Tennessee. The other sons were: Nathaniel Jr., Isaac, Aaron, and Robert. >From these sons of Nathaniel PARKER have descended many prominent people of Sumner County and elsewhere. George W. PARKER was a lawyer of eminence at Gallatin. He went to Missouri, where he died. His wife was a sister of Hon. Balie PEYTON. Hon. James HEAD, former Mayor of Nashville: Dr. HEAD of Sumner County: Prof. A. J. HIBBETT of Pikeville: Hon. John H. DEWITT at Nashville lawyer, are descendants of Mr. PARKER.
Much information on this family is from: Sherry Templeton:STempletonTN@aol.com
Nathaniel Parker is on a list of persons who furnished supplies to the Continental Army in Hampshire County, Va (now WVA) and his descendentsare illigible for membership in the DAR/SAR. See the Virginia Statelibrary.
5 October, 1785--Estate sale of John Colson. Account of NATHANIEL PARKER.
Nathaniel Parker owned 5,362 acres in Sumner County, TN
1810 tax list of Sumner Co., TN: Nathl Parker, Capt Lauderdale's List
The will of Nathaniel Parker was written 25 February, 1811 in Sumner County, TNSon Robert was given land, house, and orchard.
Sons John,Thomas, Richard, Isaac, and Nathaniel were also mentioned.
Daughters Betsy Collins, Betsey and her daughter Betsey, Mary Thompson and his wife's daughter Nancy Parker.Sons Thomas and Isaac were the Executors.
Aaron Parker, son of Nathaniel, died without issue before March, 1805. His noncupative will which was proven in court on that date named all his siblings, except for Biley Collins.
The Inventory of Nathaniel Parker, dec'd was taken 7 March 1812 by Thomas Parker and Isaac P. Parker.
The estate sale was recorded in April, 1812.
Slaves were bought by Robert Parker, Isaac Parker, Richard Parker, and Nathaniel Parker.
Other items were bought by these and Thomas Parker, B. Parker, HenryBledsoe and Isaac Bledsoe.29 July, 1814--Settlement of estate of Nathaniel Parker dec'd. List of legatees: Nathaniel, Robert, John, Isaac, Thomas, Richard Parkerand John C. Beeler (son-in-law).
November, 1816--Another Settlement of Nathaniel Parker estate.
Robert Parker is owen $17.50.
Money is owed to Mark Marshall and John C.Buler. The Executor has $1,016.38.
Legatees are Nathaniel, Robert,John Parker, John C. Buler, Isaac, Thomas and Richard Parker.Birth: ABT 1728
Death: BET 25 FEB 1811 AND 7 in Sumner County, Tennessee
Nathaniel Parker owned 5362 acres in Sumner County, TennesseeWill of Nathaniel Parker, Sumner County, Tennessee. Son Robert givenland, house and orchard. Also mentioned were sons John, Thomas,Richard, Isaac, Nathaniel and Robert; Daughter Biley Collins; DaughterBetsey and her daughter Betsey; Daughter Mary Thompson. Wife'sdaughter Nancy Parker $1 and no more. Thomas and Isaac Parker were the Executors. Written 25 Feb, 1811
1810 tax list of Sumner Co., TN: Isaac Parker, Capt Lauderdale's list(Same list as his father, Nathaniel.
1820 census of Sumner Co., TN: Isaac Parker 120210-31010 Isaac andAgnes are both 26-44.
1830 census of Sumner Co., TN:00011001-00110001 Isaac and Agnes areboth 50-60.
Will Synopsis--Wife Agnes, brother Thomas, Daus: Elizabeth Thompson,Melvina Walsh w/o John Walsh; GD Agnes Walsh; son Page Parker & D.W.Mentlo.
The three eldest, John, Thomas, and Richard, married sisters, Misses ROGERS, members of the same family as General George Rogers CLARK
John Parker was in the second Virginia Regiment in 1775.
John Parker's will lists his children:
sons: Noah, William, John,Wiley, Daughters: Wiley Short, Susan Parker, Sculey Parker, ElizaParker, Matilda Parker. Also mentioned is wife, Rody. Also mentioned is a grandson Vardiman (?) Parker. The date 13 June is either the datethe will was written or the first date of probate.
1810 tax list of Sumner Co., TN: There are two John Parker's listed, one on Capt. Black's list and one on Capt Charlton's list.
1820 census of Sumner Co., TN, Gallatin: John Parker: 101101-22101Note: The will of John Parker dated 13 June 1825, Sumner County, Tennessee names wife and children listed here and also grandson Vardeman (?)
1810 tax list of Sumner Co., TN: Nathl Parker, Jr. on the tax list ofCapt Charlton.
1820 census of Sumner Co., TN, Gallatin: Nath Parker 000001-02101Nathaniel and his wife are both 45 and up. There are three females inthe household.
February, 1832: FHC microfilm #0467482, Section 3 p. 108--NathanielParker is guardian for the heirs of Charles Turner who are James,Charles, Nancy, Pleasant, and Milly.
1830 census of Sumner Co., TN: Nathaniel Parker 00001001-00010001Nathaniel and Sally are both 50-60. They have a male 20-29 and afemale 15-19 in the household.
1810 tax list of Sumner Co., TN: Nathl Parker, Jr. on the tax list ofCapt Charlton.
1820 census of Sumner Co., TN, Gallatin: Nath Parker 000001-02101Nathaniel and his wife are both 45 and up. There are three females inthe household.
February, 1832: FHC microfilm #0467482, Section 3 p. 108--NathanielParker is guardian for the heirs of Charles Turner who are James,Charles, Nancy, Pleasant, and Milly.
1830 census of Sumner Co., TN: Nathaniel Parker 00001001-00010001Nathaniel and Sally are both 50-60. They have a male 20-29 and afemale 15-19 in the household.
The three eldest, John, Thomas, and Richard, married sisters, Misses ROGERS, members of the same family as General George Rogers CLARK
Some information on this family is from worldconnect entries.
1820 census of Sumner Co., TN: Thomas Parker 010201-22101 Thomas and Susana are both over 45. There are five daughters and three sons so the two oldest daughters are already married.
1830 census of Sumner Co., TN: Thomas Parker 000000001-00110001 Thomasis 60-70 and Susan is 50-60.
The three eldest, John, Thomas, and Richard, married sisters, Misses ROGERS, members of the same family as General George Rogers CLARK
The will of Richard Parker was written 22 October, 1831 and probated in Sumner County, Tn April session, 1838.
He left his wife Nancy all of his property. He left to son George W. Parker 206 acres after the death of his wife. He mentioned four other sons: John, Nathaniel,William, and Isaac Newton, who with George W. were to share his estate after the death of Nancy.1810 tax list of Sumner Co., TN: Richard Parker is on the list of Capt Lauderdale, the same list as his father and his brother, Isaac. There is another Richard Parker on the list of Capt. Cook.
1820 census of Sumner Co., TN, Gallatin: Richard Parker 001301-00001Richard and Nancy are both 45 and up. Four of their sons are livingat home.
REV. JOHN PARKER was born on August 17, 1792, and died on February 04, 1866 in Sumner County, TN. He married MARY HARPER (the daughter of WILLIAM HARPER and REBECCA BULL of Sumner County) on February 21, 1815. Polly, as Mary was called, was born on March 15, 1796, and died on March 10, 1866 in Sumner County, TN. Both were members of the Bethpage Methodist Church, and they are buried in the old Bethpage Cemetery.
The children of REV. JOHN PARKER and POLLY HARPER are:
EVELINE H. PARKER, married JOHN S. SANFORD on October 28, 1840 in Sumner County; died before 1866.
E. C. PARKER, married WILLIAM STUART on July 13, 1836 in Sumner County; died before 1866.
NANCY R. PARKER, married JOHN B. HILL on October 27, 1831 in Sumner County; died before 1866.
ELVINA S. PARKER, married JAMES B. VANCE on July 30, 1841 in Sumner County; died before 1866.
JOHN M. PARKER, married ELIZABETH (called LIZZY); died in battle at Franklin, TN on December 27, 1864.
RICHARD C. PARKER, born on June 19, 1819; married MARTHA M. (?); died on January 31, 1885.
MARY J. PARKER, married ABNER L. HANNA on November 06, 1837 in Sumner County.
MANERVIA C. PARKER, married W. F. HOLDER on November 03, 1850 in Sumner County.
HARRIET N. PARKER, married ROBERT G. PARRIS on August 5, 1842 in Sumner County.
SUSAN ELIZABETH PARKER, born on March 03, 1831; married WILLIAM SHELTON WHITESIDE of Sumner County on July 02, 1849; died March 28, 1908 at Gallatin, TN.
Generation Number 22.1 RICHARD C.2 PARKER, (REV. JOHN1) was born on June 19, 1819; married MARTHA M. (?); and died January 31, 1885. Richard is buried in the old Bethpage Cemetery in Sumner County, TN.
The children of RICHARD C. PARKER and MARTHA M. (?) are:
W. R. PARKER
JOEL P. PARKER, born on December 6, 1854; died February 20, 1889; buried in the old Bethpage Cemetery, Sumner County, TN.
R. M. PARKER
LUCINDA E. PARKER, married a SARVER.
GEORGE W. PARKER, born on January 6, 1861; died on April 28, 1885; buried in the old Bethpage Cemetery, Sumner County, TN.
ELIZABETH C. PARKER
SUSAN C. PARKER, married a GREENE, died before October 1883.
LUCINDA S. PARKER, married a WINN, died before October 1883.
2.2 SUSAN ELIZABETH2 PARKER (REV. JOHN1) was born on March 03, 1831, and died at the home of her daughter (Blanche Malinda Whiteside Dickenson) on March 28, 1908 in Gallatin, Sumner Co., TN. She married WILLIAM SHELTON WHITESIDE (son of WILLIAM WHITESIDE and BLANCHE SHELTON of Sumner County) on July 02, 1849 in Sumner County, TN. William, a farmer, was born on May 25, 1820 and died on February 18, 1881 in Sumner Co., TN. Both Susan and William were members of the Bethpage Methodist Church and they are buried in the old Bethpage Cemetery in Sumner County, TN.The children of SUSAN E. PARKER and WILLIAM S. WHITESIDE are:
JOHN WILLIAM WHITESIDE, born on May 01, 1850; died on September 11, 1917; buried in the Gallatin Cemetery.
BLANCHE MALINDA WHITESIDE, born on November 10, 1852; died on February 06, 1933; buried in the Gallatin Cemetery.
JAMES RICHARD WHITESIDE, born on June 22, 1855; died on September 02, 1893; buried in the old Bethpage Cemetery.
CHARLES ABNER WHITESIDE, born on April 09, 1858; died in 1940.
RUSSELL MILLER WHITESIDE, born on March 12, 1861; died in 1952.
OLIVER CAGE WHITESIDE, born in 1867; died in 1936.
2.3 ELVINA S.2 PARKER (REV. JOHN1) died before 1866. She married JAMES B. VANCE, who was born on April 16, 1820 in TN, and died on January 11, 1897. James was the son of DAVID VANCE SR. (born in 1765 in PA, died in 1831 in Sumner County) and ELIZABETH CREAMER (born in 1773 in PA).2.4 SUSAN C.2 PARKER (REV. JOHN1) married a GREENE and died before October 1883.
SUSAN C. PARKER and her husband had the following children:
MATTIE I. GREENE
MARY GREENE
JOHN GREENE
2.5 LUCINDA S.2 PARKER (REV. JOHN1) married a WINN and died before October 1883.LUCINDA S. PARKER and her husband had the following children:
CHARLES WINN
PATTIE WINN
CALLIE WINN
VIRGINIA WINN
1820 census of Sumner Co., TN: John Parker 100110-20100 John andPolly have two daughters and one son. There is another unidentifiedmale in the family.
1830 census of Sumner Co., TN:John Parker 001101-232001 John andPolly are both 30-40. They have 7 girls and 2 boys.
1860 census of Sumner Co., TN: John Parker, 67, b. Ky; Mary, 61, b.Ky; Eveline P., 19.
Will Synopsis: Wife, Polly; Grandchildren, children of E.H. Sanford,E.C. Stuart, N.R. Hill; E.S. Vance; Lizy Parker widow of dec'd sonJ.M. Parker. Named children: R.C. Parker, M.J. Hanna; M.C. Holder,H.N. Dorris and S.E. Whiteside. Executor: Polly Parker. Written 24February, 1865 and probated February, 1866.