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ALEXANDER HARRISON

  • Birth Date: , Greensville County, Virginia
  • Death Date:
  • Son of Merritt Harrison and Maggie Valentine-Harrison.  Grandson of James Harrison and Rosena Davis-Harrison. Great Grandson of Sarah Jane Harrison.  Alexander married Geneva Elizabeth Washington on October 9, 1938, in Greensville County, Virginia. Geneva’s parents were Willie Washington and Anna B. Lane-Washington.  LINEAGE: --->  Merritt Harrison married Maggie Valentine on Saturday, December 25, 1909, in Northampton County, North Carolina.  Maggie’s parents were Thomas “Tom” Valentine and Barbara Ann Coles-Valentine. --->  James Harrison married Rosena "Rosa" Davis on Wednesday, December 29, 1875, in Greensville County, Virginia. Rowena was the daughter of Anderson Davis and Clara Pointer-Davis. --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison.


  

ALFRED NOBLE POWELL

  • Birth Date: About 1890, Brunswick County, Virginia 
  • Death Date:
  • Son of Sarah Elizabeth “Sallie” Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt and Robert H. Powell. Grandson of Sarah Jane Harrison. Alfred married Maggie M. Beverly on Friday, February 28, 1930, in Greensville County, Virginia. Maggie’s parents were David Beverly and Virginia Parham-Beverly.   LINEAGE: ---> Sallie married her first husband, Robert H. Powell, on Wednesday, February 4, 1880, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Robert was the son of Milton and Parthemia Powell.  Sallie married her second husband, Benjamin Ellis, on Wednesday, December 29, 1897, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Benjamin was the son of Miles and Martha Ellis. Sallie married her third husband, Ned Merritt, on Christmas Day, December 25, 1912, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Ned was the son of Fred Merritt and Carolina Merritt. --->  Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison.


ALICE HARRISON-BANKS

  • Birth Date: 1877, Brunswick County, Virginia 
  • Death Date: July 30, 1953, Brunswick County, Virginia
  • Daughter of John Harrison. Granddaughter of Sarah Jane Harrison.  Alice's mother's identity is unknown. As a baby, Alice was given to Sarah Jane Harrison to raise.  Alice married Walter Banks on Wednesday, March 8, 1899, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Walter’s parents were Wyatt Banks and Frances Easter-Banks.  --> LINEAGE: --->  John Harrison did not marry.  --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


ALFRED N. PEARSON

  • Birth Date:  About 1919, Brunswick County, Virginia
  • Death Date: 
  • Son of Claudia Harrison-Pearson and William Henry Pearson.  Grandson of Benjamin Harrison and Mary “Mollie” Powell.  Great Grandson of Sarah Jane Harrison.  Alfred married Annie Nottingham Gilchrist on April 11, 1937, in Newport News, Virginia. Annie’s parents were William W. Gilchrist and Floria Mae Askew-Gilchrist.  LINEAGE: ---> Claudia Harrison married William Henry Pearson on Sunday, December 11, 1904, in Brunswick County, Virginia. William’s parents were Robert “Bob” Pearson and Sylvia Reavis-Pearson. ---> Benjamin married Mary “Mollie” Powell on Saturday, March 2, 1878, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Mary’s parents were Harriett Philips and father unknown. --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


ANNA LORRAINE PAIR

  • Birth Date: About 1925, Greensville County, Virginia 
  • Death Date:
  • Daughter of Bessie Harrison-Pair and Mannie Pair.  Granddaughter of Samuel Harrison.  Great Granddaughter of Sarah Jane Harrison. Anna’s information is being researched. LINEAGE: --->  Bessie Harrison married Mannie Pair in Greensville County, Virginia. Mannie’s parents were Howard Pair and Cherry Lundy-Pair. ---> Samuel Harrison married Hester Steward on Thursday, February 15, 1883, in Greensville County, Virginia. Hester’s parents were Guy Powell and Mary Steward-Powell.  --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


ANNIE CELESTINE HARRISON-HIGH

  • Birth Date: About 1892, Greensville County, Virginia 
  • Death Date: 1986, Detroit, Wayne County, Michigan
  • Daughter of Samuel Harrison and Hester Steward-Harrison. Granddaughter of Sarah Jane Harrison.  Annie, also known as Celestine Harrison, married John L. High on Thursday, December 22, 1892, in Greensville County, Virginia. John’s parents were Esquire High and Annie Collum-High.  LINEAGE: --->  Samuel Harrison married Hester Steward on Thursday, February 15, 1883, in Greensville County, Virginia. Hester’s parents were Guy Powell and Mary Steward-Powell.  --->  Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


ARTHUR HARRISON

  • Birth Date: About 1887, Brunswick County, Virginia 
  • Death Date: May 31, 1926, Richmond, Virginia
  • Son of Benjamin Harrison and Mary “Mollie” Powell.  Grandson of Sarah Jane Harrison. Arthur was married to Pearl Harrison according to the U.S. Federal Census.  LINEAGE: ---> Benjamin married Mary “Mollie” Powell on Saturday, March 2, 1878, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Mary’s parents were Harriett Philips and father unknown. --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 

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BAILEY PAIR

  • Birth Date: May 13, 1926, Greensville County, Virginia
  • Death Date:
  • Son of Bessie Harrison-Pair and Mannie Pair.  Grandson of Samuel Harrison.  Great Grandson of Sarah Jane Harrison.  Married Louise Boone on April 25, 1949, in Greensville County, Virginia. LINEAGE: --->  Bessie Harrison married Mannie Pair in Greensville County, Virginia. Mannie’s parents were Howard Pair and Cherry Lundy-Pair. ---> Samuel Harrison married Hester Steward on Thursday, February 15, 1883, in Greensville County, Virginia. Hester’s parents were Guy Powell and Mary Steward-Powell.  --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


BEN T. HARRISON

  • Birth Date: , Greensville County, Virginia
  • Death Date:
  • Son of James “Jimmie” Harrison, Jr. and Edith Mason-Harrison.  Grandson of James Harrison and Rosena Davis-Harrison.  Great Grandson of Sarah Jane Harrison. Ben married Corine Epps-Harrison on April 28, 1934, in Greensville County, Virginia. Corine's parents were William “Buck” Epps and Ida Williams-Epps.  LINEAGE: --->  James Harrison, Jr. married Pinkie Mason on Sunday, October 11, 1908, in Northampton County, North Carolina. Pinkie’s parents were Paul Mason and Mary Valentine-Mason. --->  James Harrison married Rosena "Rosa" Davis on Wednesday, December 29, 1875, in Greensville County, Virginia. Rowena was the daughter of Anderson Davis and Clara Pointer-Davis. --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


 

BENJAMIN (Ben, Bennie) HARRISON

  • Birth Date: 1857, Brunswick County, Virginia
  • Death Date: Monday, March 16, 1931, in Ante, Brunswick County, Virginia. 


  

BENNIE F. HARRISON

  • Birth Date: August 2, 1934
  • Death Date: April 9, 2010
  • Son of Richard Harrison and Elizabeth “Lizzie” Mason-Harrison.  Grandson of James Harrison and Rosena Davis-Harrison. Great Grandson of Sarah Jane Harrison.  Bennie married Augusta Jordan on March 18, 1952, in Greensville County, Virginia. Augusta’s parents were Henry Jordan and Laura Harris-Jordan.  LINEAGE: --->  Richard Harrison married Elizabeth “Lizzie” Mason.  Lizzie’s parents were Paul Mason and Mary Valentine-Harrison. --->  James Harrison married Rosena "Rosa" Davis on Wednesday, December 29, 1875, in Greensville County, Virginia. Rowena was the daughter of Anderson Davis and Clara Pointer-Davis. --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


BESSIE HARRISON-PAIR

  • Birth Date: About 1898, Greensville County, Virginia 
  • Death Date:
  • Daughter of Samuel Harrison and Hester Steward-Harrison. Granddaughter of Sarah Jane Harrison. Bessie married Mannie Pair in Greensville County, Virginia. Mannie’s parents were Howard Pair and Cherry Lundy-Pair.  LINEAGE: --->  Samuel Harrison married Hester Steward on Thursday, February 15, 1883, in Greensville County, Virginia. Hester’s parents were Guy Powell and Mary Steward-Powell.  --->  Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


BETTIE HARRISON

  • Birth Date: About 1920, Brunswick County, Virginia 
  • Death Date:
  • Daughter of Vanderbilt “Van” Harrison and Gertrude Powell.  Granddaughter of Benjamin Harrison and Mary “Mollie” Powell.  Great Granddaughter  of Sarah Jane Harrison. Bettie’s information is being researched.  LINEAGE: ---> Vanderbilt “Van” Harrison married  1st wife Gertrude Powell.  Vanderbilt “Van” Harrison married 2nd wife Martha Easter-Cain on Saturday, June 23, 1934, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Martha’s parents were Andrew Easter and Martha Easter. --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


BYRD PEARSON

  • Birth Date: Brunswick County, Virginia
  • Death Date:
  • Son of Claudia Harrison-Pearson and William Henry Pearson.  Grandson of Benjamin Harrison and Mary “Mollie” Powell.  Great Grandson of Sarah Jane Harrison.  Byrd’s information is being researched.  LINEAGE: ---> Claudia Harrison married William Henry Pearson on Sunday, December 11, 1904, in Brunswick County, Virginia. William’s parents were Robert “Bob” Pearson and Sylvia Reavis-Pearson. ---> Benjamin married Mary “Mollie” Powell on Saturday, March 2, 1878, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Mary’s parents were Harriett Philips and father unknown. --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison.  

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CARRIE HARRISON-PERKINS

  • Birth Date: About 1920, Greensville County, Virginia
  • Death Date:
  • Daughter of Richard Harrison and Elizabeth “Lizzie” Mason-Harrison. Granddaughter of James Harrison and Rosena Davis-Harrison.  Great Granddaughter of Sarah Jane Harrison.  Carrie married James Perkins on April 30, 1938, in Greensville County, Virginia. James’ parents were Garfield Perkins and Lily Sykes-Perkins.  LINEAGE: --->  Richard Harrison married Elizabeth “Lizzie” Mason.  Lizzie’s parents were Paul Mason and Mary Valentine-Harrison. --->  James Harrison married Rosena "Rosa" Davis on Wednesday, December 29, 1875, in Greensville County, Virginia. Rowena was the daughter of Anderson Davis and Clara Pointer-Davis. --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


  

CATHERINE POWELL-CLAIBORNE 

  • Birth Date: February 6, 1930, Brunswick County, Virginia 
  • Death Date:
  • Daughter of  James Dawson Powell and Alice Gillus-Powell. Granddaughter of Sarah Elizabeth “Sallie” Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt.  Great Granddaughter of Sarah Jane Harrison.  Catherine married Norman L. Claiborne on December 28, 1948, in Emporia, Virginia.  Norman’s parents were Robert Claiborne and Julia Green-Claiborne.   LINEAGE: ---> James Dawson Powell, also known as Dawson Powell, married Alice Gillus on Sunday, April 9, 1911, in Northampton County, North Carolina. Alice’s parents were Jesse Gillus and Susan Bank-Gillus.  Dawson and Alice would divorce on Monday, December 31, 1951, in Brunswick County, Virginia.  ---> Sallie married her first husband, Robert H. Powell, on Wednesday, February 4, 1880, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Robert was the son of Milton and Parthemia Powell.  Sallie married her second husband, Benjamin Ellis, on Wednesday, December 29, 1897, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Benjamin was the son of Miles and Martha Ellis. Sallie married her third husband, Ned Merritt, on Christmas Day, December 25, 1912, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Ned was the son of Fred Merritt and Carolina Merritt. --->  Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


CHARLIE PEARSON

  • Birth Date: About 1919, Brunswick County, Virginia
  • Death Date:
  • Son of Claudia Harrison-Pearson and William Henry Pearson.  Grandson of Benjamin Harrison and Mary “Mollie” Powell.  Great Grandson of Sarah Jane Harrison.  Charlie’s information is being researched.  LINEAGE: ---> Claudia Harrison married William Henry Pearson on Sunday, December 11, 1904, in Brunswick County, Virginia. William’s parents were Robert “Bob” Pearson and Sylvia Reavis-Pearson. ---> Benjamin married Mary “Mollie” Powell on Saturday, March 2, 1878, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Mary’s parents were Harriett Philips and father unknown. --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


CHARLIE WILLIAMS

  • Birth date:, Greensville County, Virginia
  • Death Date:
  • Son of Martha Harrison-Williams and Henry Williams.  Grandson of James Harrison and Rosena Davis-Harrison.  Charlie married Dorothy L. James on May 2, 1943, in Greensville County, Virginia.  Dorothy’s parents were William James and Nonie Goodwyn-James.  LINEAGE: --->  Martha Harrison married Henry Williams on Sunday, August 15, 1909, in Greensville County, Virginia. Henry’s parents were Nathaniel “Nat” Williams and Julia Allen-Williams. --->  James Harrison married Rosena "Rosa" Davis on Wednesday, December 29, 1875, in Greensville County, Virginia. Rowena was the daughter of Anderson Davis and Clara Pointer-Davis. --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


CHESTINA PAIR-GILLIS

  • Birth Date: About 1931, Greensville County, Virginia
  • Death Date:
  • Daughter of Bessie Harrison-Pair and Mannie Pair.  Granddaughter of Samuel Harrison.  Great Granddaughter of Sarah Jane Harrison.  Chestina married Ernest Gillis on July 9, 1949, in Greensville County, Virginia. LINEAGE: --->  Bessie Harrison married Mannie Pair in Greensville County, Virginia. Mannie’s parents were Howard Pair and Cherry Lundy-Pair. ---> Samuel Harrison married Hester Steward on Thursday, February 15, 1883, in Greensville County, Virginia. Hester’s parents were Guy Powell and Mary Steward-Powell.  --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


CLARENCE W. PEARSON

  • Birth Date: March 8, 1921, Brunswick County, Virginia
  • Death Date: May 9, 1966, Hampton, Virginia
  • Son of Claudia Harrison-Pearson and William Henry Pearson.  Grandson of Benjamin Harrison and Mary “Mollie” Powell.  Great Grandson of Sarah Jane Harrison.  Clarence married Sallie Mae Hopson on Tuesday, June 16, 1942, in York, Virginia. Sallie’s parents were Samuel Herman Hopson and Jennie Sue Hopson.  LINEAGE: ---> Claudia Harrison married William Henry Pearson on Sunday, December 11, 1904, in Brunswick County, Virginia. William’s parents were Robert “Bob” Pearson and Sylvia Reavis-Pearson. ---> Benjamin married Mary “Mollie” Powell on Saturday, March 2, 1878, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Mary’s parents were Harriett Philips and father unknown. --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


  

CLAUDIA HARRISON-PEARSON

  • Birth Date: July 4, 1885, Brunswick County, Virginia 
  • Death Date: January 11, 1971, Newport News, Virginia
  • Daughter of Benjamin Harrison and Mary “Mollie” Powell.  Granddaughter of Sarah Jane Harrison.  Claudia married William Henry Pearson on Sunday, December 11, 1904, in Brunswick County, Virginia. William’s parents were Robert “Bob” Pearson and Sylvia Reavis-Pearson.  LINEAGE: ---> Benjamin married Mary “Mollie” Powell on Saturday, March 2, 1878, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Mary’s parents were Harriett Philips and father unknown. --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


CORA POWELL-EASTER

  • Birth Date: December 6, 1916, Brunswick County, Virginia 
  • Death Date: December 20, 1969, Emporia, Greensville County, Virginia 
  • Daughter of  James Dawson Powell and Alice Gillus-Powell. Granddaughter of Sarah Elizabeth “Sallie” Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt.  Great Granddaughter of Sarah Jane Harrison.  Cora married Willie E. Easter on September 2, 1961, in Greensville County, Virginia.  Willie’s parents were Willie E. Easter, Sr. and Gertrude Easter.  LINEAGE: ---> James Dawson Powell, also known as Dawson Powell, married Alice Gillus on Sunday, April 9, 1911, in Northampton County, North Carolina. Alice’s parents were Jesse Gillus and Susan Bank-Gillus.  Dawson and Alice would divorce on Monday, December 31, 1951, in Brunswick County, Virginia.  ---> Sallie married her first husband, Robert H. Powell, on Wednesday, February 4, 1880, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Robert was the son of Milton and Parthemia Powell.  Sallie married her second husband, Benjamin Ellis, on Wednesday, December 29, 1897, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Benjamin was the son of Miles and Martha Ellis. Sallie married her third husband, Ned Merritt, on Christmas Day, December 25, 1912, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Ned was the son of Fred Merritt and Carolina Merritt. --->  Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


  

COREAN FLYTHE-TALBOTT 

  • Birth Date: 
  • Death Date:
  • Daughter of  Martha Ellis-Flythe and William Henry Flythe.  Granddaughter of Sarah Elizabeth “Sallie” Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt.  Great Granddaughter of Sarah Jane Harrison.  Corean married John W. Talbott. John’s parents were John W. Talbott, Sr. and Mary E. Talbott.   Corrine and John resided in Baltimore, Maryland.  LINEAGE: --->  Martha Ellis married William Henry Flythe on Sunday, April 2, 1911, in Brunswick County, Virginia. William’s parents were Dock Flythe and Cinderella “Cindy” James-Wiggins-Flythe. ---> Sallie married her first husband, Robert H. Powell, on Wednesday, February 4, 1880, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Robert was the son of Milton and Parthemia Powell.  Sallie married her second husband, Benjamin Ellis, on Wednesday, December 29, 1897, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Benjamin was the son of Miles and Martha Ellis. Sallie married her third husband, Ned Merritt, on Christmas Day, December 25, 1912, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Ned was the son of Fred Merritt and Carolina Merritt. --->  Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


CULLEN HARRISON

  • Birth Date: July 12, 1905, Greensville County, Virginia
  • Death Date: March 4, 1949, Franklin, Southampton, Virginia
  • Son of Robert Harrison and Lillie Ghee-Harrison.  Grandson of James Harrison and Rosena Davis-Harrison.  Great Grandson of Sarah Jane Harrison. Cullen Harrison married Elizabeth “Bessie”  Brice on February 6, 1928, in Brooklyn, New York.  Bessie’s parents were Frank Brice and Rosie A. Brice.  LINEAGE: --->  Robert Harrison married Lillie Ghee on Wednesday, April 3, 1901, in Greensville County, Virginia. Lillie’s parents were James Ghee and Viny Ghee. --->  James Harrison married Rosena "Rosa" Davis on Wednesday, December 29, 1875, in Greensville County, Virginia. Rowena was the daughter of Anderson Davis and Clara Pointer-Davis. --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


CURTIS HARRISON

  • Birth Date: September 7, 1911
  • Death Date: February 18, 1978, Lawrenceville, Brunswick County, Virginia
  • Son of William Henry Harrison and Frances Green-Banks-Harrison-Moss.  Grandson of Benjamin Harrison and Mary “Mollie” Powell.  Great Grandson of Sarah Jane Harrison.  Curtis married Emma Gillus on Tuesday, December 27, 1938, in Lawrenceville, Virginia. Emma’s parents were Luther Gillus and Fannie Vaughn-Gillus. LINEAGE: --->  William Henry Harrison married Frances Green-Banks on Wednesday, February 14, 1906, in Greensville County, Virginia. Frances’ parents were Billy Williams and  Susan Green. ---> Benjamin married Mary “Mollie” Powell on Saturday, March 2, 1878, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Mary’s parents were Harriett Philips and father unknown. --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 

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DAISY HARRISON-BROWN-CRAWFORD 

  • Birth Date: August 5, 1911, Greensville County, Virginia
  • Death Date: January 21, 2005, Brooklyn, Kings, New York        
  • Daughter of Robert Harrison and Lillie Ghee-Harrison. Granddaughter of James Harrison and Rosena Davis-Harrison.  Great Granddaughter of Sarah Jane Harrison.  Daisy’s information is being researched.  LINEAGE: --->  Robert Harrison married Lillie Ghee on Wednesday, April 3, 1901, in Greensville County, Virginia. Lillie’s parents were James Ghee and Viny Ghee. --->  James Harrison married Rosena "Rosa" Davis on Wednesday, December 29, 1875, in Greensville County, Virginia. Rowena was the daughter of Anderson Davis and Clara Pointer-Davis. --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


DANIEL BANKS

  • Birth Date: November 9, 1902, Brunswick County, Virginia
  • Death Date: March 19, 1981, Emporia, Greensville County, Virginia
  • Son of Dora Harrison-Banks and Wyatt Banks.  Grandson of Benjamin Harrison and Mary “Mollie” Powell.  Great Grandson of Sarah Jane Harrison.  Daniel married  his first wife, Alice L. Travis, on April 22, 1928, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Alice’s parents were S.J. Travis and Beaulah Travis. Alice was lovingly referred to as Lacy, her middle name. Daniel and Alice divorced on April 4, 1945 in Greensville County, Virginia. Daniel married his 2nd wife, Nellie Mae Gillis-Allen, on July 9, 1955, in Richmond, Virginia. Nellie’s parents were Walter Gillis and Odell Cooke-Gillis.  LINEAGE: --->  Dora Harrison married Wyatt Banks on Wednesday, April 11, 1900, in Greensville County, Virginia. Wyatt’s parents were Wyatt Banks and Frances Banks.  ---> Benjamin married Mary “Mollie” Powell on Saturday, March 2, 1878, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Mary’s parents were Harriett Philips and father unknown. --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


DANIEL HARRISON

  • Birth Date: About 1881, Brunswick County, Virginia 
  • Death Date: October 25, 1913, Ante, Brunswick County, Virginia
  • Son of Benjamin Harrison and Mary “Mollie” Powell.  Grandson of Sarah Jane Harrison. Daniel married Donia Easter according to the U.S. Federal Census. Donia's parents were  William Easter and Jane Easter. Their marriage record is being researched. LINEAGE: ---> Benjamin married Mary “Mollie” Powell on Saturday, March 2, 1878, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Mary’s parents were Harriett Philips and father unknown. --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison.

DAVID B. GILLUS

  • Birth Date: About 1913, Brunswick County, Virginia 
  • Death Date: January 27, 1992, Emporia, Greensville County, Virginia
  • Son of Gertrude Powell-Gillus and David Gillus.  Grandson of Sarah Elizabeth “Sallie” Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt.  Great Grandson of Sarah Jane Harrison.  David married Thomasyne Arminta West on February 16, 1953, in Petersburg, Virginia.  Thomasyne’s parents were Thomas H. West and Anna E. Rowe-West. LINEAGE: ---> Gertrude Powell married David Gillus on Wednesday, December 19, 1906, in Brunswick County, Virginia. David’s parents were William Gillus and Lucinda Stewart-Gillus. ---> Sallie married her first husband, Robert H. Powell, on Wednesday, February 4, 1880, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Robert was the son of Milton and Parthemia Powell.  Sallie married her second husband, Benjamin Ellis, on Wednesday, December 29, 1897, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Benjamin was the son of Miles and Martha Ellis. Sallie married her third husband, Ned Merritt, on Christmas Day, December 25, 1912, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Ned was the son of Fred Merritt and Carolina Merritt. --->  Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


DORA BANKS-ADAMS-LEE-ATKINS

  • Birth Date: About 1908, Brunswick County, Virginia
  • Death Date:
  • Daughter of Dora Harrison-Banks and Wyatt Banks.  Granddaughter of Benjamin Harrison and Mary “Mollie” Powell.  Great Granddaughter  of Sarah Jane Harrison.  Dora married 1st husband Ralph Adams. Ralph’s parents were Reubin Adams and Bivanna Pair-Adams. Married 2nd Husband Walter Lee on December 22, 1955, in Emporia, Virginia. Walter’s parents were Sherman Lee and Hattie Wyche-Lee. Married 3rd husband Leroy R. Atkins on October 20, 1979, in Greensville County, Virginia. Leroy’s parents were William Atkins and Julia Austin-Atkins.  LINEAGE: --->  Dora Harrison married Wyatt Banks on Wednesday, April 11, 1900, in Greensville County, Virginia. Wyatt’s parents were Wyatt Banks and Frances Banks.  ---> Benjamin married Mary “Mollie” Powell on Saturday, March 2, 1878, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Mary’s parents were Harriett Philips and father unknown. --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison.


  

DORA HARRISON-BANKS

  • Birth Date: About 1878, Brunswick County, Virginia 
  • Death Date: December 22, 1962, Richmond, Virginia
  • Daughter of Benjamin Harrison and Mary “Mollie” Powell.  Granddaughter of Sarah Jane Harrison.  Dora married Wyatt Banks on Wednesday, April 11, 1900, in Greensville County, Virginia. Wyatt’s parents were Wyatt Banks and Frances Banks.  LINEAGE: ---> Benjamin married Mary “Mollie” Powell on Saturday, March 2, 1878, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Mary’s parents were Harriett Philips and father unknown. --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 

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EDDIE HARRISON

  • Birth Date: About 1892, Brunswick County, Virginia 
  • Death Date:
  • Son of Benjamin Harrison and Mary “Mollie” Powell.  Grandson of Sarah Jane Harrison.  Information is being researched.  LINEAGE: ---> Benjamin married Mary “Mollie” Powell on Saturday, March 2, 1878, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Mary’s parents were Harriett Philips and father unknown. --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison.


EDITH T. WILLIAMS-SMITH

  • Birth Date: , Greensville County, Virginia
  • Death Date:
  • Daughter of Martha Harrison-Williams and Henry Williams.  Granddaughter of James Harrison and Rosena Davis-Harrison.  Great Granddaughter of Sarah Jane Harrison. Edith married Curtis Smith on December 14, 1935, in Greensville County, Virginia. Curtis’ parents were Nathan Smith and Mattie Wyche-Smith.  LINEAGE: --->  Martha Harrison married Henry Williams on Sunday, August 15, 1909, in Greensville County, Virginia. Henry’s parents were Nathaniel “Nat” Williams and Julia Allen-Williams. --->  James Harrison married Rosena "Rosa" Davis on Wednesday, December 29, 1875, in Greensville County, Virginia. Rowena was the daughter of Anderson Davis and Clara Pointer-Davis. --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


EDNA VIOLA PAIR-YOUNG

  • Birth Date: About 1933, Greensville County, Virginia
  • Death Date:
  • Daughter of Bessie Harrison-Pair and Mannie Pair.  Granddaughter of Samuel Harrison.  Great Granddaughter of Sarah Jane Harrison.  Edna married Amos Andrew Young on December 8, 1949, in Greensville County, Virginia. LINEAGE: --->  Bessie Harrison married Mannie Pair in Greensville County, Virginia. Mannie’s parents were Howard Pair and Cherry Lundy-Pair. ---> Samuel Harrison married Hester Steward on Thursday, February 15, 1883, in Greensville County, Virginia. Hester’s parents were Guy Powell and Mary Steward-Powell.  --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


EDWARD T. DANIELS

  • Birth Date: July 26, 1928, Greensville County, Virginia
  • Death Date: December 27, 2005, Norfolk, Virginia 
  • Son of Marie Harrison-Daniels and George Daniels.  Grandson of Benjamin Harrison and Mary “Mollie” Powell.  Great Grandson of Sarah Jane Harrison.  Edward married Gloria D. Mills on Sunday, July 23, 1950, in Norfolk, Virginia. Gloria’s parents were Joseph Mills and Mary Richardson-Mills. Edward and Gloria divorced on Monday, June 1, 1964, in Virginia.  LINEAGE: ---> Marie Harrison married George Daniels on Wednesday, December 12, 1923 in Brunswick County, Virginia. George’s parents were Lewis Daniels and Henrietta Stewart-Daniels. --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


ELIZABETH BANKS-ROBINSON

  • Birth Date:  April 23, 1918, Brunswick County, Virginia
  • Death Date: December 10, 2005
  • Daughter of Dora Harrison-Banks and Wyatt Banks.  Granddaughter of Benjamin Harrison and Mary “Mollie” Powell.  Great Granddaughter  of Sarah Jane Harrison.  Elizabeth married Moses Robinson on March 23, 1940, in Emporia, Virginia. Moses’ parents were Charlie Robinson and Martha Wall-Robinson.  LINEAGE: --->  Dora Harrison married Wyatt Banks on Wednesday, April 11, 1900, in Greensville County, Virginia. Wyatt’s parents were Wyatt Banks and Frances Banks.  ---> Benjamin married Mary “Mollie” Powell on Saturday, March 2, 1878, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Mary’s parents were Harriett Philips and father unknown. --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


ELLA MAY HARRISON-ROBERTS

  • Birth Date: About 1916, Greensville County, Virginia
  • Death Date:
  • Daughter of Richard Harrison and Elizabeth “Lizzie” Mason-Harrison.  Granddaughter of James Harrison and Rosena Davis-Harrison.  Great Granddaughter of Sarah Jane Harrison.  Ella married Quinton Roberts on January 23, 1932, in Greensville County, Virginia. Quintion’s parents were Charlie Roberts and Flosie Roberts.  LINEAGE: --->  Richard Harrison married Elizabeth “Lizzie” Mason.  Lizzie’s parents were Paul Mason and Mary Valentine-Harrison. --->  James Harrison married Rosena "Rosa" Davis on Wednesday, December 29, 1875, in Greensville County, Virginia. Rowena was the daughter of Anderson Davis and Clara Pointer-Davis. --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


  

ELLA POWELL-GREEN 

  • Birth Date: About 1912, Brunswick County, Virginia 
  • Death Date:
  • Daughter of  James Dawson Powell and Alice Gillus-Powell. Granddaughter of Sarah Elizabeth “Sallie” Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt.  Great Granddaughter of Sarah Jane Harrison.  Ella married McKinley Green on February 2, 1930, in Brunswick County, Virginia.  McKinley’s parents were Jim Green and Mollie Green.  LINEAGE: ---> James Dawson Powell, also known as Dawson Powell, married Alice Gillus on Sunday, April 9, 1911, in Northampton County, North Carolina. Alice’s parents were Jesse Gillus and Susan Bank-Gillus.  Dawson and Alice would divorce on Monday, December 31, 1951, in Brunswick County, Virginia.  ---> Sallie married her first husband, Robert H. Powell, on Wednesday, February 4, 1880, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Robert was the son of Milton and Parthemia Powell.  Sallie married her second husband, Benjamin Ellis, on Wednesday, December 29, 1897, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Benjamin was the son of Miles and Martha Ellis. Sallie married her third husband, Ned Merritt, on Christmas Day, December 25, 1912, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Ned was the son of Fred Merritt and Carolina Merritt. --->  Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


ELMA G. HARRISON-JEFFERSON

  • Birth Date: August 12,1910, Greensville County, Virginia 
  • Death Date: March 12, 1999, Suffolk County, New York
  • Daughter of Samuel Harrison and Hester Steward-Harrison. Granddaughter of Sarah Jane Harrison.  Elma married husband with the surname  Jefferson on Friday, August 12, 1910 in Greensville County, Virginia.  LINEAGE: --->  Samuel Harrison married Hester Steward on Thursday, February 15, 1883, in Greensville County, Virginia. Hester’s parents were Guy Powell and Mary Steward-Powell.  --->  Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison.  


ELMA PAIR

  • Birth Date: July 29, 1918, Greensville County, Virginia 
  • Death Date:
  • Daughter of Bessie Harrison-Pair and Mannie Pair.  Granddaughter of Samuel Harrison.  Great Granddaughter of Sarah Jane Harrison. Elma’s information is being researched. LINEAGE: --->  Bessie Harrison married Mannie Pair in Greensville County, Virginia. Mannie’s parents were Howard Pair and Cherry Lundy-Pair. ---> Samuel Harrison married Hester Steward on Thursday, February 15, 1883, in Greensville County, Virginia. Hester’s parents were Guy Powell and Mary Steward-Powell.  --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


  

ELNORA BANKS-JARRELL

  • Birth date: April 1, 1900, Brunswick County, Virginia 
  • Death Date: February 15, 1986, Brunswick County, Virginia
  • Daughter of Alice Harrison-Banks and Walter Banks. Granddaughter of John Harrison.  Great Granddaughter of Sarah Jane Harrison.  Elnora married Albert Jarrell on March 10, 1918, in Brunswick County, VA . Albert’s parents were Gid Jarrell and Vinnie Vincent-Jarrell.  LINEAGE: --->  John Harrison did not marry.  The mother of Alice Harrison, gave Alice as a baby to Sarah Jane Harrison to raise. --> Benjamin married Mary “Mollie” Powell on Saturday, March 2, 1878, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Mary’s parents were Harriett Philips and father unknown. --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


ELSIE M. WHITE-TURNER 

  • Birth Date: About 1917, Greensville County, Virginia
  • Death Date:
  • Daughter of Victoria Harrison-White and Walter “Deal” White. Granddaughter of James Harrison and Rosena Davis-Harrison.  Great Granddaughter of Sarah Jane Harrison. Elsie married Freddie “Dred” Turner on May 7, 1933, in Greensville County, Virginia. Freddie “Dred” was the son of George Turner and Sallie Foster-Turner.  LINEAGE: --->  Victoria Harrison married Walter Deal White on Wednesday, December 18, 1901, in Greensville County, Virginia. Deal’s parents were Ned White and Mildred “Millie” Faison-White. --->  James Harrison married Rosena "Rosa" Davis on Wednesday, December 29, 1875, in Greensville County, Virginia. Rowena was the daughter of Anderson Davis and Clara Pointer-Davis. --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


EMILY J. WILLIAMS

  • Birth Date: , Greensville County, Virginia
  • Death Date:
  • Daughter of Martha Harrison-Williams and Henry Williams.  Granddaughter of James Harrison and Rosena Davis-Harrison.  Great Granddaughter of Sarah Jane Harrison. Emily’s information is being researched.  LINEAGE: --->  Martha Harrison married Henry Williams on Sunday, August 15, 1909, in Greensville County, Virginia. Henry’s parents were Nathaniel “Nat” Williams and Julia Allen-Williams. --->  James Harrison married Rosena "Rosa" Davis on Wednesday, December 29, 1875, in Greensville County, Virginia. Rowena was the daughter of Anderson Davis and Clara Pointer-Davis. --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison.


ESSIE HARRISON-COUNCIL

  • Birth Date: August 6, 1925, Brunswick County, Virginia
  • Death Date:  October 2, 1979, Newport News, Virginia 
  • Daughter of Vanderbilt “Van” Harrison and Gertrude Powell.  Granddaughter of Benjamin Harrison and Mary “Mollie” Powell.  Great Granddaughter  of Sarah Jane Harrison.  Essie married Ferdinand Council on August 9, 1946, in Warwick, Virginia. Ferdinand’s parents were Lorenza Council and Anna Loring-Council.  LINEAGE: ---> Vanderbilt “Van” Harrison married  1st wife Gertrude Powell.  Vanderbilt “Van” Harrison married 2nd wife Martha Easter-Cain on Saturday, June 23, 1934, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Martha’s parents were Andrew Easter and Martha Easter. --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison.  


ESTERLEON PAIR 

  • Birth Date: About 1935, Greensville County, Virginia 
  • Death Date: April 8, 1935, Greensville County, Virginia 
  • Son of Bessie Harrison-Pair and Mannie Pair. Grandson of Samuel Harrison. Great Grandson of Sarah Jane Harrison.  Birth date: abt 1935. Death Date: Monday, April 8, 1935.  LINEAGE: --->  Bessie Harrison married Mannie Pair in Greensville County, Virginia. Mannie’s parents were Howard Pair and Cherry Lundy-Pair. ---> Samuel Harrison married Hester Steward on Thursday, February 15, 1883, in Greensville County, Virginia. Hester’s parents were Guy Powell and Mary Steward-Powell.  --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


ETHEL BANKS-LEE

  • Birth Date: About 1915, Brunswick County, Virginia
  • Death Date:  
  • Daughter of Dora Harrison-Banks and Wyatt Banks.  Granddaughter of Benjamin Harrison and Mary “Mollie” Powell.  Great Granddaughter  of Sarah Jane Harrison.  Ethel married Vernie Lee on January 29, 1933, in Greensville County, Virginia.  Vinnie’s parents were Sherman Lee and Hattie Wyche-Lee.  LINEAGE: --->  Dora Harrison married Wyatt Banks on Wednesday, April 11, 1900, in Greensville County, Virginia. Wyatt’s parents were Wyatt Banks and Frances Banks.  ---> Benjamin married Mary “Mollie” Powell on Saturday, March 2, 1878, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Mary’s parents were Harriett Philips and father unknown. --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison.

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FANNIE HARRISON-DAVIS

  • Birth Date: About 1914, Brunswick County, Virginia
  • Death Date:
  • Daughter of Arthur Harrison and Pearl Daniel-Harrison.   Granddaughter of Benjamin Harrison and Mary “Mollie” Powell.  Great Granddaughter  of Sarah Jane Harrison.  Fannie married Richard Davis on November 30, 1929, in Greensville, Virginia. Richard’s parents were Colonia Davis and Rosena Moore-Davis. Fannie and Richard divorced on October 7, 1942, in Greensville County, Virginia.  LINEAGE: ---> Arthur Harrison married Pearl Daniel in Greensville County, Virginia. ---> Benjamin married Mary “Mollie” Powell on Saturday, March 2, 1878, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Mary’s parents were Harriett Philips and father unknown. --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


 

FANNIE PEARSON-FREEMAN-PURCELL

  • Birth Date:  About 1919, Brunswick County, Virginia
  • Death Date:  June 26, 1998, Hampton, Virginia
  • Daughter of Claudia Harrison-Pearson and William Henry Pearson.   Granddaughter of Benjamin Harrison and Mary “Mollie” Powell.  Great Granddaughter  of Sarah Jane Harrison.  Fannie married her 1st husband, Willie Freeman, on May 12, 1933, in Newport News, Virginia. Willie’s parents were Archie Freeman and Isabelle Wynn-Freeman. Fannie and Willie divorced on June 4, 1948, in Newport News, Virginia. Fannie married her 2nd husband, Leon Holmes Purcell, Jr. on October 16, 1948, in Richmond, Virginia. Leon’s parents were Leon H. Purcell, Sr. and Elizabeth L. Luck-Purcell.  LINEAGE: ---> Claudia Harrison married William Henry Pearson on Sunday, December 11, 1904, in Brunswick County, Virginia. William’s parents were Robert “Bob” Pearson and Sylvia Reavis-Pearson. ---> Benjamin married Mary “Mollie” Powell on Saturday, March 2, 1878, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Mary’s parents were Harriett Philips and father unknown. --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


FEARS “Peter” HARRISON 

  • Birth Date: November 17, 1911, Ante, Brunswick County, Virginia
  • Death Date: October 26, 1964, Emporia, Virginia
  • Son of William Henry Harrison and Frances Green-Banks-Harrison-Moss.  Grandson of Benjamin Harrison and Mary “Mollie” Powell.  Great Grandson of Sarah Jane Harrison.  Fears married Annie Wyche on May 7, 1930, in Greensville County, Virginia. Annie’s parents were John Wyche and Dollie Turner-Wyche.  LINEAGE: --->  William Henry Harrison married Frances Green-Banks on Wednesday, February 14, 1906, in Greensville County, Virginia. Frances’ parents were Billy Williams and  Susan Green. ---> Benjamin married Mary “Mollie” Powell on Saturday, March 2, 1878, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Mary’s parents were Harriett Philips and father unknown. --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


FRANK HARRISON

  • Birth Date: 1922, Greensville County, Virginia
  • Death Date: October 12, 1922, Greensville County, Virginia 
  • Son of Richard Harrison and Elizabeth “Lizzie” Mason-Harrison.  Grandson of James Harrison and Rosena Davis-Harrison. Great Grandson of Sarah Jane Harrison.  Died as a 10 month old infant on October 12, 1922 in Greensville County, Virginia.  LINEAGE: --->  Richard Harrison married Elizabeth “Lizzie” Mason.  Lizzie’s parents were Paul Mason and Mary Valentine-Harrison. --->  James Harrison married Rosena "Rosa" Davis on Wednesday, December 29, 1875, in Greensville County, Virginia. Rowena was the daughter of Anderson Davis and Clara Pointer-Davis. --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


FRANK HARRISON

  • Birth Date: About 1925, Greensville County, Virginia 
  • Death Date:
  • Son of Samuel Harrison, Jr. and Ellen Maude Barrett. Grandson of Samuel Harrison.  Great Grandson of Sarah Jane Harrison. Frank’s information is being researched. LINEAGE: --->  Samuel Harrison, Jr. married Ellen Maude Barrett on Monday, July 9, 1934, in Greensville County, Virginia. Ellen Maude 's parents were William Barrett and Mollie Carpenter-Barrett.. ---> Samuel Harrison married Hester Steward on Thursday, February 15, 1883, in Greensville County, Virginia. Hester’s parents were Guy Powell and Mary Steward-Powell.  --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison.


FRANK HARRISON

  • Birth Date: 1910, Greensville County, Virginia
  • Death Date: 1910, Greensville county, Virginia
  • Son of William Henry Harrison and Frances Green-Banks-Harrison-Moss. Died as an infant.  LINEAGE: --->  William Henry Harrison married Frances Green-Banks on Wednesday, February 14, 1906, in Greensville County, Virginia. Frances’ parents were Billy Williams and  Susan Green. ---> Benjamin married Mary “Mollie” Powell on Saturday, March 2, 1878, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Mary’s parents were Harriett Philips and father unknown. --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


FREDDIE HARRISON

  • Birth Date: About 1907, Greensville County, Virginia
  • Death Date:
  • Son of Peter Harrison and Etta Jarratt-Harrison.  Grandson of James Harrison and Rosena Davis-Harrison.  Great Grandson of Sarah Jane Harrison. Freddie was adopted by Rufus Powell and Viola Powell. Freddie’s information is being researched.  LINEAGE: ---> Peter Harrison married Etta Jarrett on Wednesday, July 16, 1902, in Greensville County, Virginia. Etta’s parents were Daniel and Mildred “Millie” Jarrett. --->  James Harrison married Rosena "Rosa" Davis on Wednesday, December 29, 1875, in Greensville County, Virginia. Rowena was the daughter of Anderson Davis and Clara Pointer-Davis. --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 

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GARLAND HARRISON

  • Birth Date: March 11, 1893 , Greensville County, Virginia 
  • Death Date: April 18, 1961, Brooklyn, New York
  • Son of  Samuel Harrison and Hester Steward-Harrison. Grandson of Sarah Jane Harrison. Garland married Annie Vincent. Garland and Annie resided in Brooklyn, New York.   LINEAGE: --->  Samuel Harrison married Hester Steward on Thursday, February 15, 1883, in Greensville County, Virginia. Hester’s parents were Guy Powell and Mary Steward-Powell.  --->  Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison.


GEORGE HARRISON

  • Birth Date: About 1909, Greensville County, Virginia 
  • Death Date:
  • Son of  Samuel Harrison and Hester Steward-Harrison. Grandson of Sarah Jane Harrison. George married Hattie Moore on Monday, January 17, 1938, in Emporia, Virginia. Hattie’s parents were John Henry Moore and Lizzie Green-Moore.  LINEAGE: --->  Samuel Harrison married Hester Steward on Thursday, February 15, 1883, in Greensville County, Virginia. Hester’s parents were Guy Powell and Mary Steward-Powell.  --->  Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison.


GERTRUDE HARRISON-GILLUS/GILLIS

  • Birth Date: About 1915, Brunswick County, Virginia
  • Death Date:
  • Daughter of Arthur Harrison and Pearl Daniel-Harrison.   Granddaughter of Benjamin Harrison and Mary “Mollie” Powell.  Great Granddaughter  of Sarah Jane Harrison.  Gertrude married William Gillis/Gillus on Friday, June 19, 1931, in Greensville County, Virginia. William’s parents were Rufus “Sonny” Gillus/Gillis and Hester Doyle-Gillis/Gillus.  LINEAGE: ---> Arthur Harrison married Pearl Daniel in Greensville County, Virginia. ---> Benjamin married Mary “Mollie” Powell on Saturday, March 2, 1878, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Mary’s parents were Harriett Philips and father unknown. --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


GERTRUDE POWELL-GILLUS

  • Birth Date: About 1880, Brunswick County, Virginia 
  • Death Date:
  • Daughter of Sarah Elizabeth “Sallie” Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt and Robert H. Powell. Granddaughter of Sarah Jane Harrison. Gertrude married David Gillus on Wednesday, December 19, 1906, in Brunswick County, Virginia. David’s parents were William Gillus and Lucinda Stewart-Gillus.  LINEAGE: ---> Sallie married her first husband, Robert H. Powell, on Wednesday, February 4, 1880, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Robert was the son of Milton and Parthemia Powell.  Sallie married her second husband, Benjamin Ellis, on Wednesday, December 29, 1897, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Benjamin was the son of Miles and Martha Ellis. Sallie married her third husband, Ned Merritt, on Christmas Day, December 25, 1912, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Ned was the son of Fred Merritt and Carolina Merritt. --->  Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


 

GEORGE HOWARD PAIR

  • Birth Date: July 2, 1939, Greensville County, Virginia 
  • Death Date: July 30, 2003, Brooklyn, New York
  • Son of Bessie Harrison-Pair and Mannie Pair.  Grandson of Samuel Harrison.  Great Grandson of Sarah Jane Harrison.  George’s information is being researched. Death Date: Monday, April 8, 1935. LINEAGE: --->  Bessie Harrison married Mannie Pair in Greensville County, Virginia. Mannie’s parents were Howard Pair and Cherry Lundy-Pair. ---> Samuel Harrison married Hester Steward on Thursday, February 15, 1883, in Greensville County, Virginia. Hester’s parents were Guy Powell and Mary Steward-Powell.  --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


GEORGE PEARSON

  • Birth Date: About 1923, Brunswick County, Virginia
  • Death Date: December 15, 1925, Brunswick County, Virginia
  • Son of Claudia Harrison-Pearson and William Henry Pearson. Grandson of Benjamin Harrison and Mary “Mollie” Powell.  Great Grandson of Sarah Jane Harrison.  George’s information is being researched.  LINEAGE: ---> Claudia Harrison married William Henry Pearson on Sunday, December 11, 1904, in Brunswick County, Virginia. William’s parents were Robert “Bob” Pearson and Sylvia Reavis-Pearson. ---> Benjamin married Mary “Mollie” Powell on Saturday, March 2, 1878, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Mary’s parents were Harriett Philips and father unknown. --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


GEORGE POWELL 

  • Birth Date: 1912, Brunswick County, Virginia 
  • Death Date: 1984
  • Son of  James Dawson Powell and Alice Gillus-Powell. Grandson of Sarah Elizabeth “Sallie” Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt.  Great Grandson of Sarah Jane Harrison.  George married 1st wife Mary Davis on January 14, 1931, in Greensville County, Virginia. Mary’s parents were Colonial Davis and Rose Moore-Davis. George and Mary divorced on January 11, 1960, in Greensville County, Virginia.  George married 2nd wife Dorothy Phillips on July 7, 1962, in Greensville County, Virginia.  Dorothy’s parents were Chester Phillips and Ruth Easter-Phillips.   LINEAGE: ---> James Dawson Powell, also known as Dawson Powell, married Alice Gillus on Sunday, April 9, 1911, in Northampton County, North Carolina. Alice’s parents were Jesse Gillus and Susan Bank-Gillus.  Dawson and Alice would divorce on Monday, December 31, 1951, in Brunswick County, Virginia.  ---> Sallie married her first husband, Robert H. Powell, on Wednesday, February 4, 1880, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Robert was the son of Milton and Parthemia Powell.  Sallie married her second husband, Benjamin Ellis, on Wednesday, December 29, 1897, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Benjamin was the son of Miles and Martha Ellis. Sallie married her third husband, Ned Merritt, on Christmas Day, December 25, 1912, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Ned was the son of Fred Merritt and Carolina Merritt. --->  Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


GEORGIA O. DANIELS-FEREBEE

  • Birth Date: September 27, 1924, Greensville County, Virginia 
  • Death Date:  May 19, 1996, Norfolk, Virginia 
  • Daughter of Marie Harrison-Daniels and George Daniels.  Granddaughter of Benjamin Harrison and Mary “Mollie” Powell.  Great Granddaughter  of Sarah Jane Harrison.  Georgia married Melvin J. Ferebee on October 1, 1949, in Norfolk, Virginia. Melvin’s parents were Oscar Ferebee and Sarah Trotman-Ferebee.  LINEAGE: ---> Marie Harrison married George Daniels on Wednesday, December 12, 1923 in Brunswick County, Virginia. George’s parents were Lewis Daniels and Henrietta Stewart-Daniels. --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison.


GERTRUDE VIOLA GILLUS-GILLIS

  • Birth Date: About 1914, Brunswick County, Virginia 
  • Death Date:
  • Daughter of Gertrude Powell-Gillus and David Gillus.  Granddaughter of Sarah Elizabeth “Sallie” Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt.  Great Granddaughter of Sarah Jane Harrison.  Gertrude married Lenwood Gillis on January 7, 1935, in Greensville County, Virginia.  Lenwood’s parents were Lonnie Gillis and Clara Harrison-Gillis. LINEAGE: --->  Gertrude Powell married David Gillus on Wednesday, December 19, 1906, in Brunswick County, Virginia. David’s parents were William Gillus and Lucinda Stewart-Gillus. ---> Sallie married her first husband, Robert H. Powell, on Wednesday, February 4, 1880, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Robert was the son of Milton and Parthemia Powell.  Sallie married her second husband, Benjamin Ellis, on Wednesday, December 29, 1897, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Benjamin was the son of Miles and Martha Ellis. Sallie married her third husband, Ned Merritt, on Christmas Day, December 25, 1912, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Ned was the son of Fred Merritt and Carolina Merritt. --->  Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


GERTRUDE HARRISON-PORTER

  • Birth Date:  August 1, 1903, Greensville County, Virginia
  • Death Date: September 24, 1989, Emporia, Virginia 
  • Daughter of Peter Harrison and Etta Jarratt-Harrison.  Granddaughter of James Harrison and Rosena Davis-Harrison.  Great Granddaughter of Sarah Jane Harrison.  Gertrude married Bennie Porter in Greensville County, Virginia.  Bennie’s parents were Will Porter and Mattie Lou Foster-Porter-Hill.  LINEAGE: --->  Peter Harrison married Etta Jarrett on Wednesday, July 16, 1902, in Greensville County, Virginia. Etta’s parents were Daniel and Mildred “Millie” Jarrett. --->  James Harrison married Rosena "Rosa" Davis on Wednesday, December 29, 1875, in Greensville County, Virginia. Rowena was the daughter of Anderson Davis and Clara Pointer-Davis. --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


GLADYS HARRISON-ROSS

  • Birth Date: About 1914
  • Death Date: October 16, 2002, Emporia, Virginia
  • Daughter of William Henry Harrison and Frances Green-Banks-Harrison-Moss.  Granddaughter of Benjamin Harrison and Mary “Mollie” Powell.  Great Granddaughter  of Sarah Jane Harrison.   Gladys married Wesley Ross on January 15, 1932, Greensville County, Virginia. Wesley’s parents were Jamess Ross and Irene Roberts.  LINEAGE: --->  William Henry Harrison married Frances Green-Banks on Wednesday, February 14, 1906, in Greensville County, Virginia. Frances’ parents were Billy Williams and  Susan Green. ---> Benjamin married Mary “Mollie” Powell on Saturday, March 2, 1878, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Mary’s parents were Harriett Philips and father unknown. --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


GLORIA HARRISON-PEEBLES

  • Birth Date: About 1931, Greensville County, Virginia 
  • Death Date:
  • Daughter of Samuel Harrison, Jr. and Ellen Maude Barrett. Granddaughter of Samuel Harrison.  Great Grandson of Sarah Jane Harrison.  Gloria married Benjamin T. Peebles on August 28, 1950, in Emporia, Virginia.  Benjamin’s parents were Fred Peebles and Ruth Green-Peebles.  LINEAGE: --->  Samuel Harrison, Jr. married Ellen Maude Barrett on Monday, July 9, 1934, in Greensville County, Virginia. Ellen Maude 's parents were William Barrett and Mollie Carpenter-Barrett.. ---> Samuel Harrison married Hester Steward on Thursday, February 15, 1883, in Greensville County, Virginia. Hester’s parents were Guy Powell and Mary Steward-Powell.  --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


GORETHA HARRISON

  • Birth Date:  Brunswick County, Virginia
  • Death Date:
  • Daughter of Arthur Harrison and Pearl Daniel-Harrison.  Granddaughter of Benjamin Harrison and Mary “Mollie” Powell.  Great Granddaughter  of Sarah Jane Harrison.  Goretha’s information is being researched.  LINEAGE: ---> Arthur Harrison married Pearl Daniel in Greensville County, Virginia. ---> Benjamin married Mary “Mollie” Powell on Saturday, March 2, 1878, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Mary’s parents were Harriett Philips and father unknown. --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


GRACIE HARRISON

  • Birth Date:  April 1910, Greensville County, Virginia 
  • Death Date: July 6, 1911, Greensville County, Virginia 
  • Daughter of Daniel Harrison and Donia Easter-Harrison. Granddaughter of Benjamin Harrison and Mary “Mollie” Powell.  Great Granddaughter  of Sarah Jane Harrison. LINEAGE: --->  Daniel Harrison married Donia Easter.  Donia’s parents were William Easter and Mary Jane Easter.---> Benjamin married Mary “Mollie” Powell on Saturday, March 2, 1878, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Mary’s parents were Harriett Philips and father unknown. --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


  

GRACIE HARRISON-BROADNAX-TILLAR

  • Birth Date:  August 28, 1903, Greensville County, Virginia 
  • Death Date:  January 12, 2003, Emporia, Virginia 
  • Daughter of James Harrison and Rosena Davis-Harrison.  Granddaughter of Sarah Jane Harrison.  Gracie married 1st husband, Junius Napoleon Broadnax between 1920 - 1930.  Gracie Harrison-Broadnax married 2nd husband, Robert Tiller on Tuesday, February 13, 1945, in Greensville County, Virginia.  Robert’s parents were John Tillar and Mollie Smith-Tillar.  LINEAGE: --->  James Harrison married Rosena "Rosa" Davis on Wednesday, December 29, 1875, in Greensville County, Virginia. Rowena was the daughter of Anderson Davis and Clara Pointer-Davis. --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


GRADIE HARRISON

  • Birth Date: About 1893, Brunswick County, Virginia 
  • Death Date:
  • Son of Benjamin Harrison and Mary “Mollie” Powell.  Grandson of Sarah Jane Harrison.  Information is being researched.  LINEAGE: ---> Benjamin married Mary “Mollie” Powell on Saturday, March 2, 1878, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Mary’s parents were Harriett Philips and father unknown. --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 

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HANNAH R. WILLIAMS-MANNING

  • Birth Date: , Greensville County, Virginia
  • Death Date:
  • Daughter of Martha Harrison-Williams and Henry Williams.  Granddaughter of James Harrison and Rosena Davis-Harrison.  Great Granddaughter of Sarah Jane Harrison.  Hannah married Earnest Manning on July 5, 1942, in Greensville County, Virginia. Earnest parents were Eugene Manning and Rosela “Rosa” Brown-Manning.  LINEAGE: --->  Martha Harrison married Henry Williams on Sunday, August 15, 1909, in Greensville County, Virginia. Henry’s parents were Nathaniel “Nat” Williams and Julia Allen-Williams. --->  James Harrison married Rosena "Rosa" Davis on Wednesday, December 29, 1875, in Greensville County, Virginia. Rowena was the daughter of Anderson Davis and Clara Pointer-Davis. --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


HARRIET HARRISON

  • Birth Date: About 1900, Brunswick County, Virginia 
  • Death Date:
  • Daughter of Benjamin Harrison and Mary “Mollie” Powell.  Granddaughter of Sarah Jane Harrison.  Information is being researched.  LINEAGE: ---> Benjamin married Mary “Mollie” Powell on Saturday, March 2, 1878, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Mary’s parents were Harriett Philips and father unknown. --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


 

HATTIE HARRISON-MAJOR

  • Birth Date: March 22, 1906, Greensville County, Virginia 
  • Death Date: April 17, 1985, Norwalk, Connecticut
  • Daughter of Samuel Harrison and Hester Steward-Harrison. Granddaughter of Sarah Jane Harrison.  Hattie married Maurice Major on Wednesday, April 17, 1985 in Norwalk, Connecticut.  LINEAGE: --->  Samuel Harrison married Hester Steward on Thursday, February 15, 1883, in Greensville County, Virginia. Hester’s parents were Guy Powell and Mary Steward-Powell.  --->  Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


  

HATTIE HARRISON-WASHINGTON

  • Birth Date: About 1914, Greensville County, Virginia
  • Death Date:
  • Daughter of Richard Harrison and Elizabeth “Lizzie” Mason-Harrison.  Granddaughter of James Harrison and Rosena Davis-Harrison.  Great Granddaughter of Sarah Jane Harrison.  Hattie married Joe Nathan Washington on December 2, 1933, in Greensville County, Virginia. Joe’s parents were Willie Washington and Beulah Lane-Washington.  LINEAGE: --->  Richard Harrison married Elizabeth “Lizzie” Mason.  Lizzie’s parents were Paul Mason and Mary Valentine-Harrison. --->  James Harrison married Rosena "Rosa" Davis on Wednesday, December 29, 1875, in Greensville County, Virginia. Rowena was the daughter of Anderson Davis and Clara Pointer-Davis. --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


 

HELEN PEARSON-PHIPPS 

  • Birth Date: May 15, 1906, Brunswick County, Virginia
  • Death Date: December 11, 1996, Richmond, Virginia
  • Daughter of Claudia Harrison-Pearson and William Henry Pearson.  Granddaughter of Benjamin Harrison and Mary “Mollie” Powell.  Great Granddaughter  of Sarah Jane Harrison.  Helen married Rufus Phipps on August 24, 1929, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Rufus’ parents were Eddie G. Phipps and Maggie Lundy-Phipps.  LINEAGE: ---> Claudia Harrison married William Henry Pearson on Sunday, December 11, 1904, in Brunswick County, Virginia. William’s parents were Robert “Bob” Pearson and Sylvia Reavis-Pearson. ---> Benjamin married Mary “Mollie” Powell on Saturday, March 2, 1878, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Mary’s parents were Harriett Philips and father unknown. --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


HENRY R. WHITE

  • Birth Date: November 15, 1909, Greensville County, Virginia
  • Death Date: November 1970 
  • Son of Victoria Harrison-White and Walter “Deal” White.   Grandson of James Harrison and Rosena Davis-Harrison.  Great Grandson of Sarah Jane Harrison. Henry married Fannie Mabry on December 24, 1932, in Greensville County, Virginia. Fannie’s parents were Emmett Mabry and Bertie L. Williams-Mabry.  LINEAGE: --->  Victoria Harrison married Walter Deal White on Wednesday, December 18, 1901, in Greensville County, Virginia. Deal’s parents were Ned White and Mildred “Millie” Faison-White. --->  James Harrison married Rosena "Rosa" Davis on Wednesday, December 29, 1875, in Greensville County, Virginia. Rowena was the daughter of Anderson Davis and Clara Pointer-Davis. --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison.  


HENRY WILLIAMS, JR.

  • Birth Date: , Greensville County, Virginia
  • Death Date:
  • Son of Martha Harrison-Williams and Henry Williams.  Grandson of James Harrison and Rosena Davis-Harrison. Great Grandson of Sarah Jane Harrison.  Henry married Faitha Washington on February 18, 1885, in Greensville County, Virginia. Faith’s parents were Henry Washington and Margaret Washington.  LINEAGE: --->  Martha Harrison married Henry Williams on Sunday, August 15, 1909, in Greensville County, Virginia. Henry’s parents were Nathaniel “Nat” Williams and Julia Allen-Williams. --->  James Harrison married Rosena "Rosa" Davis on Wednesday, December 29, 1875, in Greensville County, Virginia. Rowena was the daughter of Anderson Davis and Clara Pointer-Davis. --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


HESTER HARRISON-JORDAN

  • Birth Date: February 14, 1908, Greensville County, Virginia 
  • Death Date: April 7, 1970, Roanoke Rapids, North Carolina
  • Daughter of Samuel Harrison and Hester Steward-Harrison. Granddaughter of Sarah Jane Harrison.  Hester married Arklin Jordan on Friday, February 14, 1908 in Greensville County, Virginia.  LINEAGE: --->  Samuel Harrison married Hester Steward on Thursday, February 15, 1883, in Greensville County, Virginia. Hester’s parents were Guy Powell and Mary Steward-Powell.  --->  Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


HESTER PAIR-PLEASANTS

  • Birth Date: About 1937, Greensville County, Virginia
  • Death Date:

Daughter of Bessie Harrison-Pair and Mannie Pair.  Granddaughter of Samuel Harrison.  Great Granddaughter of Sarah Jane Harrison. Hester’s information is being researched.  LINEAGE: --->  Bessie Harrison married Mannie Pair in Greensville County, Virginia. Mannie’s parents were Howard Pair and Cherry Lundy-Pair. ---> Samuel Harrison married Hester Steward on Thursday, February 15, 1883, in Greensville County, Virginia. Hester’s parents were Guy Powell and Mary Steward-Powell.  --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison.

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IDA WILLIAMS

  • Birth Date: , Greensville County, Virginia
  • Death Date:
  • Daughter of Martha Harrison-Williams and Henry Williams. Resided in Norfolk, Virginia.  Granddaughter of James Harrison and Rosena Davis-Harrison.  Great Granddaughter of Sarah Jane Harrison. Ida’s information is being researched.  LINEAGE: --->  Martha Harrison married Henry Williams on Sunday, August 15, 1909, in Greensville County, Virginia. Henry’s parents were Nathaniel “Nat” Williams and Julia Allen-Williams. --->  James Harrison married Rosena "Rosa" Davis on Wednesday, December 29, 1875, in Greensville County, Virginia. Rowena was the daughter of Anderson Davis and Clara Pointer-Davis. --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


  

IRENE FLYTHE-ALLEN

  • Birth Date: 
  • Death Date:
  • Daughter of  Martha Ellis-Flythe and William Henry Flythe.  Granddaughter of Sarah Elizabeth “Sallie” Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt.  Great Granddaughter of Sarah Jane Harrison.  LINEAGE: --->  Martha Ellis married William Henry Flythe on Sunday, April 2, 1911, in Brunswick County, Virginia. William’s parents were Dock Flythe and Cinderella “Cindy” James-Wiggins-Flythe. ---> Sallie married her first husband, Robert H. Powell, on Wednesday, February 4, 1880, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Robert was the son of Milton and Parthemia Powell.  Sallie married her second husband, Benjamin Ellis, on Wednesday, December 29, 1897, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Benjamin was the son of Miles and Martha Ellis. Sallie married her third husband, Ned Merritt, on Christmas Day, December 25, 1912, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Ned was the son of Fred Merritt and Carolina Merritt. --->  Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison.


  

ISABELLE HARRISON-WALKER

  • Birth Date: About 1926, Greensville County, Virginia
  • Death Date:
  • Daughter of Richard Harrison and Elizabeth “Lizzie” Mason-Harrison.  Granddaughter of James Harrison and Rosena Davis-Harrison.  Great Granddaughter of Sarah Jane Harrison.  Isabelle married Junior Walker on July 11, 1942, in Emporia, Virginia. Junior’s parents were Willie Walker and Mary Lou Jones-Walker.  LINEAGE: --->  Richard Harrison married Elizabeth “Lizzie” Mason.  Lizzie’s parents were Paul Mason and Mary Valentine-Harrison. --->  James Harrison married Rosena "Rosa" Davis on Wednesday, December 29, 1875, in Greensville County, Virginia. Rowena was the daughter of Anderson Davis and Clara Pointer-Davis. --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


  

ISORIA HARRISON-BURKE-SMITH

  • Birth Date: May 29, 1927, Brunswick County, Virginia 
  • Death Date:  September 3, 2020, Emporia, Virginia 
  • Daughter of Vanderbilt “Van” Harrison and Gertrude Powell.  Granddaughter of Benjamin Harrison and Mary “Mollie” Powell.  Great Granddaughter  of Sarah Jane Harrison.  Isoria married George Burke on May 21, 1947, in Emporia, Virginia. George’s parents were Sam Burke and Mary Moss-Burke. Isoria and George divorced on May 12, 1978, in Virginia.  LINEAGE: ---> Vanderbilt “Van” Harrison married  1st wife Gertrude Powell.  Vanderbilt “Van” Harrison married 2nd wife Martha Easter-Cain on Saturday, June 23, 1934, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Martha’s parents were Andrew Easter and Martha Easter. --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 

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JAMES W. BANKS

  • Birth Date: November 11, 1921, Brunswick County, Virginia
  • Death Date: November 2, 1973, Norfolk, Virginia
  • Son of Dora Harrison-Banks and Wyatt Banks.  Grandson of Benjamin Harrison and Mary “Mollie” Powell.  Great Grandson of Sarah Jane Harrison.  James married 1st wife, Marie Blunt, on August 27, 1945, in Emporia, Virginia. Marie’s parents were Walter Blunt and Annie Goodwyn-Blunt. James and Marie divorced on May 16, 1967, in Norfolk, Virginia.  James married 2nd wife, Julia Irene Dailey-Whitehurst, on June 16, 1967, in Norfolk, Virginia. Julia’s parents were Mell Dailey and Julia Watkins-Dailey.   LINEAGE: --->  Dora Harrison married Wyatt Banks on Wednesday, April 11, 1900, in Greensville County, Virginia. Wyatt’s parents were Wyatt Banks and Frances Banks.  ---> Benjamin married Mary “Mollie” Powell on Saturday, March 2, 1878, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Mary’s parents were Harriett Philips and father unknown. --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


JAMES HARRISON, JR.

  • Birth Date: About 1884, Greensville County, Virginia 
  • Death Date:
  • Son of James Harrison and Rosena Davis-Harrison.  Grandson of Sarah Jane Harrison.  James Harrison, Jr. married Pinkie Mason on Sunday, October 11, 1908, in Northampton County, North Carolina. Pinkie’s parents were Paul Mason and Mary Valentine-Mason.  LINEAGE: --->  James Harrison married Rosena "Rosa" Davis on Wednesday, December 29, 1875, in Greensville County, Virginia. Rowena was the daughter of Anderson Davis and Clara Pointer-Davis. --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


  

JAMES CEPHAS HARRISON

  • Birth Date: November 8, 1919, Brunswick County, Virginia 
  • Death Date: March 24, 1997, Newport News, Virginia 
  • Son of Vanderbilt “Van” Harrison and Gertrude Powell.   Grandson of Benjamin Harrison and Mary “Mollie” Powell.  Great Grandson of Sarah Jane Harrison. James married Dorothy Lee Williams on Saturday, August 19, 1950, in Newport News, Virginia. Dorothy’s parents were Lawson Williams and Mary Young-Williams.  LINEAGE: ---> Vanderbilt “Van” Harrison married  1st wife Gertrude Powell.  Vanderbilt “Van” Harrison married 2nd wife Martha Easter-Cain on Saturday, June 23, 1934, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Martha’s parents were Andrew Easter and Martha Easter. --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


JAMES LENARD HARRISON

  • Birth Date: October 21, 1918, Brunswick County, Virginia
  • Death Date:
  • Son of Arthur Harrison and Pearl Daniel-Harrison.   Grandson of Benjamin Harrison and Mary “Mollie” Powell.  Great Grandson of Sarah Jane Harrison.  James’ information is being researched.  LINEAGE: ---> Arthur Harrison married Pearl Daniel in Greensville County, Virginia. ---> Benjamin married Mary “Mollie” Powell on Saturday, March 2, 1878, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Mary’s parents were Harriett Philips and father unknown. --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


JAMES O. HARRISON

  • Birth Date: About 1885, Greensville County, Virginia 
  • Death Date:
  • Son of  Samuel Harrison and Hester Steward-Harrison. Grandson of Sarah Jane Harrison.  Information is being researched.  LINEAGE: --->  Samuel Harrison married Hester Steward on Thursday, February 15, 1883, in Greensville County, Virginia. Hester’s parents were Guy Powell and Mary Steward-Powell.  --->  Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


JAMES R. HARRISON

  • Birth Date:  About 1910, Greensville County, Virginia
  • Death Date:
  • Son of James “Jimmie” Harrison, Jr. and Pinkie Mason-Harrison.  Grandson of James Harrison and Rosena Davis-Harrison.  Great Grandson of Sarah Jane Harrison. James’ information is being researched.  LINEAGE: --->  James Harrison, Jr. married Pinkie Mason on Sunday, October 11, 1908, in Northampton County, North Carolina. Pinkie’s parents were Paul Mason and Mary Valentine-Mason. --->  James Harrison married Rosena "Rosa" Davis on Wednesday, December 29, 1875, in Greensville County, Virginia. Rowena was the daughter of Anderson Davis and Clara Pointer-Davis. --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison.  


  

JAMES DAWSON POWELL

  • Birth Date: August 5, 1887, Brunswick County, Virginia 
  • Death Date: November 12, 1956, Ante, Brunswick County, Virginia
  • Son of Sarah Elizabeth “Sallie” Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt and Robert H. Powell. Grandson of Sarah Jane Harrison. James Dawson Powell, also known as Dawson Powell, married Alice Gillus on Sunday, April 9, 1911, in Northampton County, North Carolina. Alice’s parents were Jesse Gillus and Susan Bank-Gillus.  Dawson and Alice would divorce on Monday, December 31, 1951, in Brunswick County, Virginia.  LINEAGE: ---> Sallie married her first husband, Robert H. Powell, on Wednesday, February 4, 1880, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Robert was the son of Milton and Parthemia Powell.  Sallie married her second husband, Benjamin Ellis, on Wednesday, December 29, 1897, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Benjamin was the son of Miles and Martha Ellis. Sallie married her third husband, Ned Merritt, on Christmas Day, December 25, 1912, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Ned was the son of Fred Merritt and Carolina Merritt. --->  Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison.


JAMES R. WHITE

  • Birth Date:  December 23, 1904, Greensville County, Virginia
  • Death Date: September 15, 1970, Richmond, Virginia
  • Son of Victoria Harrison-White and Walter “Deal” White.  Grandson of James Harrison and Rosena Davis-Harrison.  Great Grandson of Sarah Jane Harrison.  James married  Mamie Beatrice Anderson. Children are James R. Harrison, Jr., Ralph L. White, and Emanuel E. White. Resided in Richmond, Virginia.  LINEAGE: --->  Victoria Harrison married Walter Deal White on Wednesday, December 18, 1901, in Greensville County, Virginia. Deal’s parents were Ned White and Mildred “Millie” Faison-White. --->  James Harrison married Rosena "Rosa" Davis on Wednesday, December 29, 1875, in Greensville County, Virginia. Rowena was the daughter of Anderson Davis and Clara Pointer-Davis. --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison.


JANNIE HARRISON-KEE

  • Birth Date: , Greensville County, Virginia
  • Death Date:
  • Daughter of Merritt Harrison and Maggie Valentine-Harrison.   Granddaughter of James Harrison and Rosena Davis-Harrison.  Great Granddaughter of Sarah Jane Harrison.  Jannie married Ulysses G. Kee and resided in Northampton County, North Carolina. Ulysses’ parents were Thomas Kee and Caroline Branch-Kee.  LINEAGE: --->  Merritt Harrison married Maggie Valentine on Saturday, December 25, 1909, in Northampton County, North Carolina.  Maggie’s parents were Thomas “Tom” Valentine and Barbara Ann Coles-Valentine. --->  James Harrison married Rosena "Rosa" Davis on Wednesday, December 29, 1875, in Greensville County, Virginia. Rowena was the daughter of Anderson Davis and Clara Pointer-Davis. --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


JEANNETTE WHITE-LANE-RYAN

  • Birth Date: April 12, 1913, Greensville County, Virginia
  • Death Date: June 5, 1999, Norfolk, Virginia 
  • Daughter of Victoria Harrison-White and Walter “Deal” White.  Granddaughter of James Harrison and Rosena Davis-Harrison.  Great Granddaughter of Sarah Jane Harrison.  Jeannette married 1st husband with Surname Lane. Married 2nd husband David Mack Ryan on October 15, 1934, in Norfolk, Virginia. David’s parents were Freeman J. Ryan and Jane Outlaw-Ryan.  LINEAGE: ---> Victoria Harrison married Walter Deal White on Wednesday, December 18, 1901, in Greensville County, Virginia. Deal’s parents were Ned White and Mildred “Millie” Faison-White. --->  James Harrison married Rosena "Rosa" Davis on Wednesday, December 29, 1875, in Greensville County, Virginia. Rowena was the daughter of Anderson Davis and Clara Pointer-Davis. --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


JESSIE HARRISON

  • Birth Date: About 1908, Greensville County, Virginia 
  • Death Date: 
  • Son of Daniel Harrison and Donia Easter-Harrison. Grandson of Benjamin Harrison and Mary “Mollie” Powell.  Great Grandson of Sarah Jane Harrison. LINEAGE: --->  Daniel Harrison married Donia Easter.  Donia’s parents were William Easter and Mary Jane Easter.---> Benjamin married Mary “Mollie” Powell on Saturday, March 2, 1878, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Mary’s parents were Harriett Philips and father unknown. --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


JOE JOSEPH HARRISON

  • Birth Date: , Greensville County, Virginia
  • Death Date:
  • Son of James “Jimmie” Harrison, Jr. and Edith Mason-Harrison.  Grandson of James Harrison and Rosena Davis-Harrison.  Great Grandson of Sarah Jane Harrison.  Joe married Cora Bell Ridley.  Cora’s parents were George Ridley and Ella “Addie” Evans-Ridley.  Joe and Cora resided in Skippers, Greensville County, Virginia.  LINEAGE: --->  James Harrison, Jr.. married Pinkie Mason on Sunday, October 11, 1908, in Northampton County, North Carolina. Pinkie’s parents were Paul Mason and Mary Valentine-Mason. --->  James Harrison married Rosena "Rosa" Davis on Wednesday, December 29, 1875, in Greensville County, Virginia. Rowena was the daughter of Anderson Davis and Clara Pointer-Davis. --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


JOHN BANKS

  • Birth date: About 1902,  Brunswick County, Virginia 
  • Death Date:
  • Son of Alice Harrison-Banks and Walter Banks.  Grandson of John Harrison.  Great Grandson Sarah Jane Harrison.  John’s information is being researched.  LINEAGE: --->  John Harrison did not marry.  The mother of Alice Harrison, gave Alice as a baby to Sarah Jane Harrison to raise. --> Benjamin married Mary “Mollie” Powell on Saturday, March 2, 1878, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Mary’s parents were Harriett Philips and father unknown. --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


JOHN GERALD GILLUS 

  • Birth Date:  , Brunswick County, Virginia 
  • Death Date:  
  • Son of Gertrude Powell-Gillus and David Gillus.  Grandson of Sarah Elizabeth “Sallie” Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt.  Great Grandson of Sarah Jane Harrison.  John married Agnus Lula Odom on December 30, 1947, in Emporia, Virginia.  Agnes’ parents were Simon Odom and Irene Greenway-Odom. LINEAGE: --->  Gertrude Powell married David Gillus on Wednesday, December 19, 1906, in Brunswick County, Virginia. David’s parents were William Gillus and Lucinda Stewart-Gillus. ---> Sallie married her first husband, Robert H. Powell, on Wednesday, February 4, 1880, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Robert was the son of Milton and Parthemia Powell.  Sallie married her second husband, Benjamin Ellis, on Wednesday, December 29, 1897, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Benjamin was the son of Miles and Martha Ellis. Sallie married her third husband, Ned Merritt, on Christmas Day, December 25, 1912, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Ned was the son of Fred Merritt and Carolina Merritt. --->  Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


JOHN HARRISON

  • Birth Date: About 1916, Brunswick County, Virginia 
  • Death Date:
  • Son of Vanderbilt “Van” Harrison and Gertrude Powell.   Grandson of Benjamin Harrison and Mary “Mollie” Powell.  Great Grandson of Sarah Jane Harrison.  John’s information is being researched.  LINEAGE: ---> Vanderbilt “Van” Harrison married  1st wife Gertrude Powell.  Vanderbilt “Van” Harrison married 2nd wife Martha Easter-Cain on Saturday, June 23, 1934, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Martha’s parents were Andrew Easter and Martha Easter. --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


JOHN PAIR

  • Birth Date: About 1930, Greensville County, Virginia
  • Death Date: April 15, 1942, Greensville County, Virginia 
  • Son of Bessie Harrison-Pair and Mannie Pair.  Grandson of Samuel Harrison.  Great Grandson of Sarah Jane Harrison.  John’s information is being researched. Death Date: Monday, April 6, 1942 in Greensville County, Virginia. LINEAGE: --->  Bessie Harrison married Mannie Pair in Greensville County, Virginia. Mannie’s parents were Howard Pair and Cherry Lundy-Pair. ---> Samuel Harrison married Hester Steward on Thursday, February 15, 1883, in Greensville County, Virginia. Hester’s parents were Guy Powell and Mary Steward-Powell.  --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


JOHN MERCER LANGSTON HARRISON

  • Birth Date:  About 1889, Greensville County, Virginia 
  • Death Date:
  • Son of  Samuel Harrison and Hester Steward-Harrison. Grandson of Sarah Jane Harrison.  John Mercer Langston Harrison, also known by the name Langston Harrison, was named after the first U.S. Representative from Virginia of color.  Langston Harrison married France Maude Page.   LINEAGE: --->  Samuel Harrison married Hester Steward on Thursday, February 15, 1883, in Greensville County, Virginia. Hester’s parents were Guy Powell and Mary Steward-Powell.  --->  Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison.  


JOHNNIE HARRISON

  • Birth Date:  About 1901, Greensville County, Virginia
  • Death Date:
  • Son of Robert Harrison and Lillie Ghee-Harrison. Grandson of James Harrison and Rosena Davis-Harrison. Great Grandson of Sarah Jane Harrison. Johnnie Harrison married Julia May Davis on June 6, 1931, in Greensville County, Virginia. Julia’s parents were Jerry Davis and Maggie Suiter-Davis-Mason. Johnnie and Julia divorce on September 16, 1942 in Greensville County, Virginia.  LINEAGE: --->  Robert Harrison married Lillie Ghee on Wednesday, April 3, 1901, in Greensville County, Virginia. Lillie’s parents were James Ghee and Viny Ghee. --->  James Harrison married Rosena "Rosa" Davis on Wednesday, December 29, 1875, in Greensville County, Virginia. Rowena was the daughter of Anderson Davis and Clara Pointer-Davis. --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


JOSEPH C. POWELL

  • Birth Date: September 9, 1926, Brunswick County, Virginia 
  • Death Date: January 1, 1981, Petersburg, Dinwiddie County, Virginia
  • Son of  James Dawson Powell and Alice Gillus-Powell. Grandson of Sarah Elizabeth “Sallie” Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt.  Great Grandson of Sarah Jane Harrison. Joseph married Alma Lucille Adams on May 2, 1946, in Emporia, Virginia.  Alma’s parents were John Adams and Viola Easter-Adams.  LINEAGE: ---> James Dawson Powell, also known as Dawson Powell, married Alice Gillus on Sunday, April 9, 1911, in Northampton County, North Carolina. Alice’s parents were Jesse Gillus and Susan Bank-Gillus.  Dawson and Alice would divorce on Monday, December 31, 1951, in Brunswick County, Virginia.  ---> Sallie married her first husband, Robert H. Powell, on Wednesday, February 4, 1880, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Robert was the son of Milton and Parthemia Powell.  Sallie married her second husband, Benjamin Ellis, on Wednesday, December 29, 1897, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Benjamin was the son of Miles and Martha Ellis. Sallie married her third husband, Ned Merritt, on Christmas Day, December 25, 1912, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Ned was the son of Fred Merritt and Carolina Merritt. --->  Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


JUANITA CELESTINE HARRISON

  • Birth Date: About 1919
  • Death Date: 
  • Daughter of John Mercer Langston Harrison and Frances Maude Page.   Granddaughter of Samuel Harrison.  Great Granddaughter of Sarah Jane Harrison.  John and Frances resided in Michigan.  LINEAGE: --->  John Mercer Langston Harrison married Frances Maude Page.  ---> Samuel Harrison married Hester Steward on Thursday, February 15, 1883, in Greensville County, Virginia. Hester’s parents were Guy Powell and Mary Steward-Powell.  --->  Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


 

JUANITA GILLUS-DANIELS

  • Birth Date: November 16, 1907, Brunswick County, Virginia 
  • Death Date: April 1994
  • Daughter of Gertrude Powell-Gillus and David Gillus.  Granddaughter of Sarah Elizabeth “Sallie” Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt.  Great Granddaughter of Sarah Jane Harrison.  Juanita married Johnnie Daniels on February 3, 1943, in Emporia, Virginia. Johnnie’s parents were Tilman Daniel and Fryana Gillus.  LINEAGE: ---> Gertrude Powell married David Gillus on Wednesday, December 19, 1906, in Brunswick County, Virginia. David’s parents were William Gillus and Lucinda Stewart-Gillus. ---> Sallie married her first husband, Robert H. Powell, on Wednesday, February 4, 1880, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Robert was the son of Milton and Parthemia Powell.  Sallie married her second husband, Benjamin Ellis, on Wednesday, December 29, 1897, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Benjamin was the son of Miles and Martha Ellis. Sallie married her third husband, Ned Merritt, on Christmas Day, December 25, 1912, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Ned was the son of Fred Merritt and Carolina Merritt. --->  Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


JULIA A. WILLIAMS

  • Birth date:, Greensville County, Virginia
  • Death Date:
  • Daughter of Martha Harrison-Williams and Henry Williams.  Granddaughter of James Harrison and Rosena Davis-Harrison.  Great Granddaughter of Sarah Jane Harrison.  Julia married McKinley “Kinnie” Taylor in Greensville County, Virginia.  McKinley's parents were Charles A. Taylor and Maria Robinson-Taylor.  LINEAGE: --->  Martha Harrison married Henry Williams on Sunday, August 15, 1909, in Greensville County, Virginia. Henry’s parents were Nathaniel “Nat” Williams and Julia Allen-Williams. --->  James Harrison married Rosena "Rosa" Davis on Wednesday, December 29, 1875, in Greensville County, Virginia. Rowena was the daughter of Anderson Davis and Clara Pointer-Davis. --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


JUNIUS NAPOLEON BROADNAX

  • Birth Date:  August 31, 1924, Greensville County, Virginia
  • Death Date: January  6, 2012, Virginia
  • Son of Gracie Harrison-Broadnax-Tillar and Napoleon Broadnax.   Grandson of James Harrison and Rosena Davis-Harrison. Great Grandson of Sarah Jane Harrison.  Junius married Christiana Hunt on August 22, 1942, in Greensville County, Virginia. Christiana’s parents were Will Hunt and Mattie Snipe-Hunt.  LINEAGE: --->  Gracie Harrison married 1st husband, Junius Napoleon Broadnax between 1920 - 1930.  Gracie Harrison-Broadnax married 2nd husband, Robert Tiller on Tuesday, February 13, 1945, in Greensville County, Virginia.  Robert’s parents were John Tillar and Mollie Smith-Tillar. --->  James Harrison married Rosena "Rosa" Davis on Wednesday, December 29, 1875, in Greensville County, Virginia. Rowena was the daughter of Anderson Davis and Clara Pointer-Davis. --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 

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LAURA HARRISON-ROBINSON

  • Birth Date: , Greensville County, Virginia
  • Death Date:
  • Daughter of James “Jimmie” Harrison, Jr. and Edith Mason-Harrison. Granddaughter of James Harrison and Rosena Davis-Harrison.  Great Granddaughter of Sarah Jane Harrison.  Laura married Henry A. Robinson on April 4, 1943,  in Greensville County, Virginia. Henry’s parents were Charlie Robinson and Estella Woodley-Robinson.  LINEAGE: --->  James Harrison, Jr. married Pinkie Mason on Sunday, October 11, 1908, in Northampton County, North Carolina. Pinkie’s parents were Paul Mason and Mary Valentine-Mason. --->  James Harrison married Rosena "Rosa" Davis on Wednesday, December 29, 1875, in Greensville County, Virginia. Rowena was the daughter of Anderson Davis and Clara Pointer-Davis. --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


  

LEE GRANT HARRISON

  • Birth Date: About 1912, Greensville County, Virginia
  • Death Date: November 22, 1992, Norfolk, Virginia
  • Son of Richard Harrison and Elizabeth “Lizzie” Mason-Harrison.  Grandson of James Harrison and Rosena Davis-Harrison. Great Grandson of Sarah Jane Harrison.  Lee married Ola Sykes on April 9, 1938, in Greensville County, Virginia. Ola’s parents were Gill Sykes and Rachael Stevenson-Sykes.  LINEAGE: --->  Richard Harrison married Elizabeth “Lizzie” Mason.  Lizzie’s parents were Paul Mason and Mary Valentine-Harrison. --->  James Harrison married Rosena "Rosa" Davis on Wednesday, December 29, 1875, in Greensville County, Virginia. Rowena was the daughter of Anderson Davis and Clara Pointer-Davis. --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


LELA POWELL-DAVIS 

  • Birth Date: About 1920, Brunswick County, Virginia 
  • Death Date: 
  • Daughter of  James Dawson Powell and Alice Gillus-Powell. Granddaughter of Sarah Elizabeth “Sallie” Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt.  Great Granddaughter of Sarah Jane Harrison.  Lela married Richard Davis on April 7, 1943, in Emporia, Virginia.  Richard’s parents were Colonial Davis and Rosena Moore-Davis.  LINEAGE: ---> James Dawson Powell, also known as Dawson Powell, married Alice Gillus on Sunday, April 9, 1911, in Northampton County, North Carolina. Alice’s parents were Jesse Gillus and Susan Bank-Gillus.  Dawson and Alice would divorce on Monday, December 31, 1951, in Brunswick County, Virginia.  ---> Sallie married her first husband, Robert H. Powell, on Wednesday, February 4, 1880, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Robert was the son of Milton and Parthemia Powell.  Sallie married her second husband, Benjamin Ellis, on Wednesday, December 29, 1897, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Benjamin was the son of Miles and Martha Ellis. Sallie married her third husband, Ned Merritt, on Christmas Day, December 25, 1912, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Ned was the son of Fred Merritt and Carolina Merritt. --->  Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


LELIA BANKS-PAIR

  • Birth Date: About 1901, Greensville County, Virginia
  • Death Date: February 21, 1995, Emporia, Virginia
  • Daughter of Emmett Banks and Frances Green-Banks-Harrison-Moss.  Raised by William Henry Harrison and Francess Green-Banks-Harrison-Moss.  Granddaughter of Benjamin Harrison and Mary “Mollie” Powell.  Great Granddaughter  of Sarah Jane Harrison.  Lelila married Solomon “Sal” Pair. Solomon’s parents were Robert Pair and Dorothy Adams-Pair.  LINEAGE: --->  William Henry Harrison married Frances Green-Banks on Wednesday, February 14, 1906, in Greensville County, Virginia. Frances’ parents were Billy Williams and  Susan Green. ---> Benjamin married Mary “Mollie” Powell on Saturday, March 2, 1878, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Mary’s parents were Harriett Philips and father unknown. --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


LELIA ROLINDA HARRISON-MASON

  • Birth Date: October 15, 1886, Greensville County, Virginia 
  • Death Date:
  • Daughter of James Harrison and Rosena Davis-Harrison.  Granddaughter of Sarah Jane Harrison.  Lelia married Cleveland Mason on Sunday, December 6, 1908 in Greensville County, Virginia. Cleveland’s parents were Paul and Mary Valentine-Harrison.  LINEAGE: --->  James Harrison married Rosena "Rosa" Davis on Wednesday, December 29, 1875, in Greensville County, Virginia. Rowena was the daughter of Anderson Davis and Clara Pointer-Davis. --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


LEON L. HARRISON

  • Birth Date: January 8, 1926, Greensville County, Virginia 
  • Death Date: May 16, 1999, Baltimore, Maryland
  • Son of Samuel Harrison, Jr. and Ellen Maude Barrett. Grandson of Samuel Harrison.  Great Grandson of Sarah Jane Harrison.  Leon married Christine G. Peebles on April 9, 1954, in Greensville County, Virginia. Christine’s parents were Roy Peebles and Neva Gillus-Peebels.   LINEAGE: --->  Samuel Harrison, Jr. married Ellen Maude Barrett on Monday, July 9, 1934, in Greensville County, Virginia. Ellen Maude 's parents were William Barrett and Mollie Carpenter-Barrett.. ---> Samuel Harrison married Hester Steward on Thursday, February 15, 1883, in Greensville County, Virginia. Hester’s parents were Guy Powell and Mary Steward-Powell.  --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


LEONARD L. GILLUS

  • Birth Date: February 8, 1922, Brunswick County, Virginia 
  • Death Date: June 6, 1984
  • Son of Gertrude Powell-Gillus and David Gillus.  Grandson of Sarah Elizabeth “Sallie” Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt.  Great Grandson of Sarah Jane Harrison.  Leonard married Hilida A. Green. LINEAGE: ---> Gertrude Powell married David Gillus on Wednesday, December 19, 1906, in Brunswick County, Virginia. David’s parents were William Gillus and Lucinda Stewart-Gillus. ---> Sallie married her first husband, Robert H. Powell, on Wednesday, February 4, 1880, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Robert was the son of Milton and Parthemia Powell.  Sallie married her second husband, Benjamin Ellis, on Wednesday, December 29, 1897, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Benjamin was the son of Miles and Martha Ellis. Sallie married her third husband, Ned Merritt, on Christmas Day, December 25, 1912, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Ned was the son of Fred Merritt and Carolina Merritt. --->  Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


LESLIE D. WHITE 

  • Birth Date: January 15, 1906, Greensville County, Virginia
  • Death Date: September 9, 1977
  • Son of Victoria Harrison-White and Walter “Deal” White.   Grandson of James Harrison and Rosena Davis-Harrison.  Great Grandson of Sarah Jane Harrison.  Leslie married Rosa Lee in Virginia. Rosa’s parents were James Spencer and Betty White.  LINEAGE: --->Victoria Harrison married Walter Deal White on Wednesday, December 18, 1901, in Greensville County, Virginia. Deal’s parents were Ned White and Mildred “Millie” Faison-White. --->  James Harrison married Rosena "Rosa" Davis on Wednesday, December 29, 1875, in Greensville County, Virginia. Rowena was the daughter of Anderson Davis and Clara Pointer-Davis. --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


LEVORIA HARRISON-PERKINS

  • Birth Date: About 1907, Greensville County, Virginia
  • Death Date:
  • Daughter of Robert Harrison and Lillie Ghee-Harrison. Granddaughter of James Harrison and Rosena Davis-Harrison.  Great Granddaughter of Sarah Jane Harrison. Levoria married Ben Perkins in Greensville County, Virginia. Ben's parents were Garfield Perkins and Lillie Sykes-Perkins-Davis. LINEAGE: --->  Robert Harrison married Lillie Ghee on Wednesday, April 3, 1901, in Greensville County, Virginia. Lillie’s parents were James Ghee and Viny Ghee. --->  James Harrison married Rosena "Rosa" Davis on Wednesday, December 29, 1875, in Greensville County, Virginia. Rowena was the daughter of Anderson Davis and Clara Pointer-Davis. --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


  

LILLIAN HARRISON-JEFFERSON

  • Birth Date: June 14, 1918, Brunswick County, Virginia
  • Death Date:
  • Daughter of William Henry Harrison and Frances Green-Banks-Harrison-Moss.  Granddaughter of Benjamin Harrison and Mary “Mollie” Powell.  Great Granddaughter  of Sarah Jane Harrison. Lillian married Joseph L. Jefferson on June 16, 1936, in Lawrenceville, Virginia. Joseph’s parents were John W. Jefferson and Maggie Harris-Jefferson.  LINEAGE: --->  William Henry Harrison married Frances Green-Banks on Wednesday, February 14, 1906, in Greensville County, Virginia. Frances’ parents were Billy Williams and  Susan Green. ---> Benjamin married Mary “Mollie” Powell on Saturday, March 2, 1878, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Mary’s parents were Harriett Philips and father unknown. --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


LOTTIE WHITE-COOK 

  • Birth Date: November 29, 1911, Greensville County, Virginia
  • Death Date: May 1995, Richmond, Virginia 
  • Daughter of Victoria Harrison-White and Walter “Deal” White.  Granddaughter of James Harrison and Rosena Davis-Harrison.  Great Granddaughter of Sarah Jane Harrison.  Lottie married Linwood Cook on April 5, 1931, in Greensville County, Virginia. Linwood’s parents were Frank Cook and Pattie Cane-Cook.  LINEAGE: --->Victoria Harrison married Walter Deal White on Wednesday, December 18, 1901, in Greensville County, Virginia. Deal’s parents were Ned White and Mildred “Millie” Faison-White. --->  James Harrison married Rosena "Rosa" Davis on Wednesday, December 29, 1875, in Greensville County, Virginia. Rowena was the daughter of Anderson Davis and Clara Pointer-Davis. --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


LOUISE WILLIAMS-RIDLEY

  • Birth Date: , Greensville County, Virginia
  • Death Date:
  • Daughter of Richard Harrison and Elizabeth “Lizzie” Mason-Harrison.  Granddaughter of James Harrison and Rosena Davis-Harrison.  Great Granddaughter of Sarah Jane Harrison.  Louise married Joseph Daniel Ridley, Jr. on September 19, 1959, in Emporia, Virginia. Joseph’s parents were Joseph Daniel Ridley, Sr. and Essie Worrell-Ridley.  LINEAGE: --->  Richard Harrison married Elizabeth “Lizzie” Mason.  Lizzie’s parents were Paul Mason and Mary Valentine-Harrison. --->  James Harrison married Rosena "Rosa" Davis on Wednesday, December 29, 1875, in Greensville County, Virginia. Rowena was the daughter of Anderson Davis and Clara Pointer-Davis. --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


LUCILLE WILLIAMS-SMITH

  • Birth Date: , Greensville County, Virginia
  • Death Date:
  • Daughter of Martha Harrison-Williams and Henry Williams.  Granddaughter of James Harrison and Rosena Davis-Harrison.  Great Granddaughter of Sarah Jane Harrison.  Lucille married Robert B. Goode, Jr. on April 17, 1937, in the District of Columbia. Robert’s parents were Robert B. Goode, Sr. and Lottie Williams-Goode.  LINEAGE: --->  Martha Harrison married Henry Williams on Sunday, August 15, 1909, in Greensville County, Virginia. Henry’s parents were Nathaniel “Nat” Williams and Julia Allen-Williams. --->  James Harrison married Rosena "Rosa" Davis on Wednesday, December 29, 1875, in Greensville County, Virginia. Rowena was the daughter of Anderson Davis and Clara Pointer-Davis. --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


  

LUCINDA “Lucy” HARRISON-GOODWYN

  • Birth Date:  July 22, 1917, Greensville County, Virginia
  • Death Date: January 26, 1991, Baltimore City, Maryland 
  • Daughter of Richard Harrison and Elizabeth “Lizzie” Mason-Harrison.  Granddaughter of James Harrison and Rosena Davis-Harrison.  Great Granddaughter of Sarah Jane Harrison.  Lucinda married Gradie Washington Goodwyn on November 14, 1936, in Greensville County, Virginia. Gradie’s parents were Henry Goodwyn and Gertrude Goodwyn. LINEAGE: --->  Richard Harrison married Elizabeth “Lizzie” Mason.  Lizzie’s parents were Paul Mason and Mary Valentine-Harrison. --->  James Harrison married Rosena "Rosa" Davis on Wednesday, December 29, 1875, in Greensville County, Virginia. Rowena was the daughter of Anderson Davis and Clara Pointer-Davis. --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison.  


  

LUTHER POWELL 

  • Birth Date: June 28, 1924, Brunswick County, Virginia 
  • Death Date: July 18, 2001
  • Son of  James Dawson Powell and Alice Gillus-Powell. Grandson of Sarah Elizabeth “Sallie” Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt.  Great Grandson of Sarah Jane Harrison. Luther married Lucy O. Lee on April 12, 1946 in Emporia, Virginia.  Lucy’s parents were George Lee and Anna Hudson-Lee.  LINEAGE: --->James Dawson Powell, also known as Dawson Powell, married Alice Gillus on Sunday, April 9, 1911, in Northampton County, North Carolina. Alice’s parents were Jesse Gillus and Susan Bank-Gillus.  Dawson and Alice would divorce on Monday, December 31, 1951, in Brunswick County, Virginia.  ---> Sallie married her first husband, Robert H. Powell, on Wednesday, February 4, 1880, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Robert was the son of Milton and Parthemia Powell.  Sallie married her second husband, Benjamin Ellis, on Wednesday, December 29, 1897, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Benjamin was the son of Miles and Martha Ellis. Sallie married her third husband, Ned Merritt, on Christmas Day, December 25, 1912, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Ned was the son of Fred Merritt and Carolina Merritt. --->  Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison.

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MAGGIE “Lily” HARRISON-SCOTT

  • Birth Date: About 1924, Greensville County, Virginia
  • Death Date:
  • Daughter of Merritt Harrison and Maggie Valentine-Harrison.  Granddaughter of James Harrison and Rosena Davis-Harrison.  Great Granddaughter of Sarah Jane Harrison.  Maggie married Amos Scott on January 24, 1942, in Greensville County, Virginia. Amos’ parents were George Scott and Rebecca Washington-Scott.  LINEAGE: --->  Merritt Harrison married Maggie Valentine on Saturday, December 25, 1909, in Northampton County, North Carolina.  Maggie’s parents were Thomas “Tom” Valentine and Barbara Ann Coles-Valentine. --->  James Harrison married Rosena "Rosa" Davis on Wednesday, December 29, 1875, in Greensville County, Virginia. Rowena was the daughter of Anderson Davis and Clara Pointer-Davis. --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison.


MANNIE PAIR, JR. 

  • Birth Date: January 3, 1928, Greensville County, Virginia
  • Death Date:
  • Son of Bessie Harrison-Pair and Mannie Pair.  Grandson of Samuel Harrison.  Great Grandson of Sarah Jane Harrison.  Mannie’s information is being researched. LINEAGE: --->  Bessie Harrison married Mannie Pair in Greensville County, Virginia. Mannie’s parents were Howard Pair and Cherry Lundy-Pair. ---> Samuel Harrison married Hester Steward on Thursday, February 15, 1883, in Greensville County, Virginia. Hester’s parents were Guy Powell and Mary Steward-Powell.  --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


MARIE HARRISON-DANIELS

  • Birth Date: July 4, 1905, Brunswick County, Virginia 
  • Death Date: February 21, 1935, Nottoway County, Virginia
  • Daughter of Benjamin Harrison and Mary “Mollie” Powell.  Granddaughter of Sarah Jane Harrison. Marie married George Daniels on Wednesday, December 12, 1923 in Brunswick County, Virginia. George’s parents were Lewis Daniels and Henrietta Stewart-Daniels.  LINEAGE: ---> Benjamin married Mary “Mollie” Powell on Saturday, March 2, 1878, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Mary’s parents were Harriett Philips and father unknown. --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


MARTHA ELLIS-FLYTHE

  • Birth Date: About 1895, Greensville County, Virginia 
  • Death Date:
  • Daughter of James Harrison and Rosena Davis-Harrison.  Granddaughter of Sarah Jane Harrison.  Martha married Henry Williams on Sunday, August 15, 1909, in Greensville County, Virginia. Henry’s parents were Nathaniel “Nat” Williams and Julia Allen-Williams. LINEAGE: --->  James Harrison married Rosena "Rosa" Davis on Wednesday, December 29, 1875, in Greensville County, Virginia. Rowena was the daughter of Anderson Davis and Clara Pointer-Davis. --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison.  


MARTHA HARRISON-WILLIAMS

  • Birth Date: About 1888, Brunswick County, Virginia 
  • Death Date: March 29, 1926, Skippers, Greensville County, Virginia 
  • Daughter of Sarah Elizabeth “Sallie” Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt and Benjamin Ellis. Granddaughter of Sarah Jane Harrison. Martha married Maggie M. Beverly on Friday, February 28, 1930, in Greensville County, Virginia. Maggie’s parents were David Beverly and Virginia Parham-Beverly.   LINEAGE: ---> Sallie married her first husband, Robert H. Powell, on Wednesday, February 4, 1880, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Robert was the son of Milton and Parthemia Powell.  Sallie married her second husband, Benjamin Ellis, on Wednesday, December 29, 1897, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Benjamin was the son of Miles and Martha Ellis. Sallie married her third husband, Ned Merritt, on Christmas Day, December 25, 1912, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Ned was the son of Fred Merritt and Carolina Merritt. --->  Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison.


  

MARY EVA BANKS-BROWN

  • Birth Date: About 1917, Brunswick County, Virginia
  • Death Date:
  • Daughter of Dora Harrison-Banks and Wyatt Banks.  Granddaughter of Benjamin Harrison and Mary “Mollie” Powell.  Great Granddaughter  of Sarah Jane Harrison.  Mary married James H. Brown on Friday, February 21, 1941, in Emporia, Virginia. James’ parents were John Brown and Hannah Ferguson-Brown.  LINEAGE: --->  Dora Harrison married Wyatt Banks on Wednesday, April 11, 1900, in Greensville County, Virginia. Wyatt’s parents were Wyatt Banks and Frances Banks.  ---> Benjamin married Mary “Mollie” Powell on Saturday, March 2, 1878, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Mary’s parents were Harriett Philips and father unknown. --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


MARY HARRISON

  • Birth Date: , Greensville County, Virginia
  • Death Date:
  • Daughter of Merritt Harrison and Maggie Valentine-Harrison.  Granddaughter of James Harrison and Rosena Davis-Harrison.  Great Granddaughter of Sarah Jane Harrison.  Mary’s information is being researched.  LINEAGE: --->  Merritt Harrison married Maggie Valentine on Saturday, December 25, 1909, in Northampton County, North Carolina.  Maggie’s parents were Thomas “Tom” Valentine and Barbara Ann Coles-Valentine. --->  James Harrison married Rosena "Rosa" Davis on Wednesday, December 29, 1875, in Greensville County, Virginia. Rowena was the daughter of Anderson Davis and Clara Pointer-Davis. --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison.


MARY HARRISON-FREEMAN

  • Birth Date: June 2, 1900, Greensville County, Virginia 
  • Death Date:
  • Daughter of Samuel Harrison and Hester Steward-Harrison. Granddaughter of Sarah Jane Harrison.  Mary married Corliss Freeman on Saturday June 2, 1900, in Greensville County, Virginia. Corliss’ parents were Lee Freeman and Nellie Cook-Freeman.   LINEAGE: --->  Samuel Harrison married Hester Steward on Thursday, February 15, 1883, in Greensville County, Virginia. Hester’s parents were Guy Powell and Mary Steward-Powell.  --->  Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


MARY HARRISON-POWELL

  • Birth Date: About 1898, Brunswick County, Virginia 
  • Death Date:
  • Daughter of Benjamin Harrison and Mary “Mollie” Powell.  Granddaughter of Sarah Jane Harrison.  Mary married Junius Powell and relocated to Chesapeake, Virginia.   LINEAGE: ---> Benjamin married Mary “Mollie” Powell on Saturday, March 2, 1878, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Mary’s parents were Harriett Philips and father unknown. --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison.


  

MARY LOUISE POWELL-MASON-MANNING

  • Birth Date: , Brunswick County, Virginia 
  • Death Date:
  • Daughter of Alfred D. Powell and Maggie Beverly-Powell. Granddaughter of Sarah Elizabeth “Sallie” Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt.  Great Granddaughter of Sarah Jane Harrison. Mary married              LINEAGE: --->Alfred Powell married Maggie M. Beverly on Friday, February 28, 1930, in Greensville County, Virginia. Maggie’s parents were David Beverly and Virginia Parham-Beverly.  ---> Sallie married her first husband, Robert H. Powell, on Wednesday, February 4, 1880, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Robert was the son of Milton and Parthemia Powell.  Sallie married her second husband, Benjamin Ellis, on Wednesday, December 29, 1897, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Benjamin was the son of Miles and Martha Ellis. Sallie married her third husband, Ned Merritt, on Christmas Day, December 25, 1912, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Ned was the son of Fred Merritt and Carolina Merritt. --->  Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


MATTHEW WHITE

  • Birth Date: About 1903, Greensville County, Virginia
  • Death Date:
  • Son of Victoria Harrison-White and Walter “Deal” White.  Grandson of James Harrison and Rosena Davis-Harrison.  Great Grandson of Sarah Jane Harrison. Information is being researched.  LINEAGE: ---> Victoria Harrison married Walter Deal White on Wednesday, December 18, 1901, in Greensville County, Virginia. Deal’s parents were Ned White and Mildred “Millie” Faison-White. --->  James Harrison married Rosena "Rosa" Davis on Wednesday, December 29, 1875, in Greensville County, Virginia. Rowena was the daughter of Anderson Davis and Clara Pointer-Davis. --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


  

MAEZINE HARRISON-WILLIAMS

  • Birth Date:  About 1922, Greensville County, Virginia
  • Death Date:
  • Daughter of Richard Harrison and Elizabeth “Lizzie” Mason-Harrison.  Granddaughter of James Harrison and Rosena Davis-Harrison.  Great Granddaughter of Sarah Jane Harrison.  Maezine married Warren Williams on August 6, 1938, in Emporia, Virginia. Warren’s parents were Henry Williams and Laura Williams.  LINEAGE: --->  Richard Harrison married Elizabeth “Lizzie” Mason.  Lizzie’s parents were Paul Mason and Mary Valentine-Harrison. --->  James Harrison married Rosena "Rosa" Davis on Wednesday, December 29, 1875, in Greensville County, Virginia. Rowena was the daughter of Anderson Davis and Clara Pointer-Davis. --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


 

MAMIE MENDOZA HARRISON-MAYES

  • Birth Date: January 3 1905, Greensville County, Virginia
  • Death Date: March 16, 1985, Atlantic City, New Jersey
  • Daughter of Daniel Harrison and Donia Easter-Harrison. Granddaughter of Benjamin Harrison and Mary “Mollie” Powell.  Great Granddaughter  of Sarah Jane Harrison. LINEAGE: --->  Daniel Harrison married Donia Easter.  Donia’s parents were William Easter and Mary Jane Easter.---> Benjamin married Mary “Mollie” Powell on Saturday, March 2, 1878, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Mary’s parents were Harriett Philips and father unknown. --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


MARVIN HARRISON

  • Birth Date: March 16, 1910
  • Death Date: October 1978, Roanoke Rapids, North Carolina 
  • Son of William Henry Harrison and Frances Green-Banks-Harrison-Moss. Grandson of Benjamin Harrison and Mary “Mollie” Powell.  Great Grandson of Sarah Jane Harrison.  Marvin married Mary L. Newell on January 16, 1937, in Emporia, Virginia. Mary’s parents were Bob Newell and Virgie Hill-Newell.  LINEAGE: --->  William Henry Harrison married Frances Green-Banks on Wednesday, February 14, 1906, in Greensville County, Virginia. Frances’ parents were Billy Williams and  Susan Green. ---> Benjamin married Mary “Mollie” Powell on Saturday, March 2, 1878, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Mary’s parents were Harriett Philips and father unknown. --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


MEADE HARRISON 

  • Birth Date: October 27, 1921, Brunswick County, Virginia
  • Death Date: December 2, 2001, Buffalo, New York 
  • Son of Vanderbilt “Van” Harrison and Gertrude Powell.   Grandson of Benjamin Harrison and Mary “Mollie” Powell.  Great Grandson of Sarah Jane Harrison.  Meade married Fannie A. Morgan.  LINEAGE: ---> Vanderbilt “Van” Harrison married  1st wife Gertrude Powell.  Vanderbilt “Van” Harrison married 2nd wife Martha Easter-Cain on Saturday, June 23, 1934, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Martha’s parents were Andrew Easter and Martha Easter. --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


MERRITT HARRISON

  • Birth Date: March 15, 1893, Greensville County, Virginia 
  • Death Date: April 17, 1964, Emporia, Greensville County, Virginia
  • Son of James Harrison and Rosena Davis-Harrison.  Grandson of Sarah Jane Harrison.  Merritt married Maggie Valentine on Saturday, December 25, 1909, in Northampton County, North Carolina.  Maggie’s parents were Thomas “Tom” Valentine and Barbara Ann Coles-Valentine.  LINEAGE: --->  James Harrison married Rosena "Rosa" Davis on Wednesday, December 29, 1875, in Greensville County, Virginia. Rowena was the daughter of Anderson Davis and Clara Pointer-Davis. --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


  

MILDRED POWELL-ATKINS

  • Birth Date: September 19, 1928, Brunswick County, Virginia 
  • Death Date: December 16, 2018
  • Daughter of  James Dawson Powell and Alice Gillus-Powell. Granddaughter of Sarah Elizabeth “Sallie” Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt.  Great Granddaughter of Sarah Jane Harrison.  Mildred married Arthur Atkins on April 16, 1948, in Emporia, Virginia.  Arthur’s parents were Jasper Atkins and Myrtle Lou Easter-Atkins.   LINEAGE: ---> James Dawson Powell, also known as Dawson Powell, married Alice Gillus on Sunday, April 9, 1911, in Northampton County, North Carolina. Alice’s parents were Jesse Gillus and Susan Bank-Gillus.  Dawson and Alice would divorce on Monday, December 31, 1951, in Brunswick County, Virginia.  ---> Sallie married her first husband, Robert H. Powell, on Wednesday, February 4, 1880, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Robert was the son of Milton and Parthemia Powell.  Sallie married her second husband, Benjamin Ellis, on Wednesday, December 29, 1897, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Benjamin was the son of Miles and Martha Ellis. Sallie married her third husband, Ned Merritt, on Christmas Day, December 25, 1912, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Ned was the son of Fred Merritt and Carolina Merritt. --->  Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


MILDREN LAIDLER

  • Birth Date: , Greensville County, Virginia 
  • Death Date: 
  • Adopted Son of Hester Harrison-Jordan and Arklin Jordan.  Grandson of Samuel Harrison.  Great Grandson of Sarah Jane Harrison. Ronald’s information is being researched. LINEAGE: ---> Hester Harrison married Arklin Jordan on November 30, 1934, in Southampton, Virginia. ---> Samuel Harrison married Hester Steward on Thursday, February 15, 1883, in Greensville County, Virginia. Hester’s parents were Guy Powell and Mary Steward-Powell.  --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


MINNIE PEARSON-BLIZZARD

  • Birth Date: April 20, 1920, Brunswick County, Virginia
  • Death Date: December 14, 1990, Newport News, Virginia
  • Daughter of Claudia Harrison-Pearson and William Henry Pearson.  Granddaughter of Benjamin Harrison and Mary “Mollie” Powell.  Great Granddaughter  of Sarah Jane Harrison.  Minnie married 1st husband, unknown last name Silver.  Minnie married 2nd husband, Shirley Lee Blizzard, on February 14, 1950, in Newport News, Virginia. Shirley’s parents were Robert Blizzard and Lonnie Bailey-Blizzard. Minnie and Shirley divorced on March 15, 1963, in Newport News, Virginia.  LINEAGE: ---> Claudia Harrison married William Henry Pearson on Sunday, December 11, 1904, in Brunswick County, Virginia. William’s parents were Robert “Bob” Pearson and Sylvia Reavis-Pearson. ---> Benjamin married Mary “Mollie” Powell on Saturday, March 2, 1878, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Mary’s parents were Harriett Philips and father unknown. --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


  

MOZEL POWELL-EASTER-BOOTH

  • Birth Date: May 17, 1918, Brunswick County, Virginia 
  • Death Date: April 7, 2010
  • Daughter of  James Dawson Powell and Alice Gillus-Powell. Granddaughter of Sarah Elizabeth “Sallie” Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt.  Great Granddaughter of Sarah Jane Harrison.  Mozel married George W. Easter on March 30, 1935, in Greensville County, Virginia. George's parents were Herbert Easter and Lily Banks-Easter.  Mozel and George divorced on October 5, 1943, in Greensville County, Virginia.  Mozel married 2nd husband, John L. Booth on April 8, 1944, in Newport News, Virginia.  John’s parents were Shaderick Booth and Frances Nash-Booth.  LINEAGE: ---> James Dawson Powell, also known as Dawson Powell, married Alice Gillus on Sunday, April 9, 1911, in Northampton County, North Carolina. Alice’s parents were Jesse Gillus and Susan Bank-Gillus.  Dawson and Alice would divorce on Monday, December 31, 1951, in Brunswick County, Virginia.  ---> Sallie married her first husband, Robert H. Powell, on Wednesday, February 4, 1880, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Robert was the son of Milton and Parthemia Powell.  Sallie married her second husband, Benjamin Ellis, on Wednesday, December 29, 1897, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Benjamin was the son of Miles and Martha Ellis. Sallie married her third husband, Ned Merritt, on Christmas Day, December 25, 1912, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Ned was the son of Fred Merritt and Carolina Merritt. --->  Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 

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NATHANIEL WILLIAMS

  • Birth Date: , Greensville County, Virginia
  • Death Date:
  • Son of Martha Harrison-Williams and Henry Williams.  Grandson of James Harrison and Rosena Davis-Harrison. Great Grandson of Sarah Jane Harrison.  Nathaniel’s information is being researched.  LINEAGE: --->  Martha Harrison married Henry Williams on Sunday, August 15, 1909, in Greensville County, Virginia. Henry’s parents were Nathaniel “Nat” Williams and Julia Allen-Williams. --->  James Harrison married Rosena "Rosa" Davis on Wednesday, December 29, 1875, in Greensville County, Virginia. Rowena was the daughter of Anderson Davis and Clara Pointer-Davis. --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


NEPHUS H. BANKS

  • Birth Date: May 2, 1903, Greensville County, Virginia
  • Death Date: January 10, 1979, Emporia, Virginia 
  • Son of Emmett Banks and Frances Green-Banks-Harrison-Moss.  Raised by William Henry Harrison and Francess Green-Banks-Harrison-Moss.  Granddaughter of Benjamin Harrison and Mary “Mollie” Powell.  Great Granddaughter  of Sarah Jane Harrison.  Nephus married Mary Ann Mason.  LINEAGE: --->  William Henry Harrison married Frances Green-Banks on Wednesday, February 14, 1906, in Greensville County, Virginia. Frances’ parents were Billy Williams and  Susan Green. ---> Benjamin married Mary “Mollie” Powell on Saturday, March 2, 1878, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Mary’s parents were Harriett Philips and father unknown. --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 

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ORA HARRISON-LUNDY

  • Birth Date: About 1908, Brunswick County, Virginia
  • Death Date: November 21, 1994, Richmond, Virginia
  • Daughter of William Henry Harrison and Frances Green-Banks-Harrison-Moss.  Granddaughter of Benjamin Harrison and Mary “Mollie” Powell.  Great Granddaughter  of Sarah Jane Harrison.   Ora married Clifton Lundy in Greensville County, Virginia. Resided in Roanoke Rapids, NC and New York. LINEAGE: --->  William Henry Harrison married Frances Green-Banks on Wednesday, February 14, 1906, in Greensville County, Virginia. Frances’ parents were Billy Williams and  Susan Green. ---> Benjamin married Mary “Mollie” Powell on Saturday, March 2, 1878, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Mary’s parents were Harriett Philips and father unknown. --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


OTIS ASTOR HARRISON

  • Birth Date: April 17, 1915, New Jersey
  • Death Date: July 10, 1998, Brooklyn, New York
  • Son of Garland Harrison and Annie Vincent-Harrison.  Grandson of Samuel Harrison.  Great Grandson of Sarah Jane Harrison. Otis married Mary Della Johnson on September 20, 1952, in Arlington, Virginia.  Mary’s parents were Willie Johnson and Mamie Williams-Johnson.   LINEAGE: --->  Garland Harrison married Annie Vincent ---> Samuel Harrison married Hester Steward on Thursday, February 15, 1883, in Greensville County, Virginia. Hester’s parents were Guy Powell and Mary Steward-Powell.  --->  Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 

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PAUL HARRISON

  • Birth Date: , Greensville County, Virginia
  • Death Date:
  • Son of James “Jimmie” Harrison, Jr. and Edith Mason-Harrison.  Grandson of James Harrison and Rosena Davis-Harrison.  Great Grandson of Sarah Jane Harrison.  Paul’s information is being researched.  LINEAGE: ---> James Harrison, Jr. married Pinkie Mason on Sunday, October 11, 1908, in Northampton County, North Carolina. Pinkie’s parents were Paul Mason and Mary Valentine-Mason. --->  James Harrison married Rosena "Rosa" Davis on Wednesday, December 29, 1875, in Greensville County, Virginia. Rowena was the daughter of Anderson Davis and Clara Pointer-Davis. --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


PAUL HARRISON

  • Birth Date: August 31, 1911, Brunswick County, Virginia
  • Death Date: July 29, 1934, Dinwiddie, Virginia
  • Son of Vanderbilt “Van” Harrison and Gertrude Powell.   Grandson of Benjamin Harrison and Mary “Mollie” Powell.  Great Grandson of Sarah Jane Harrison. No Children.  LINEAGE: ---> Vanderbilt “Van” Harrison married  1st wife Gertrude Powell.  Vanderbilt “Van” Harrison married 2nd wife Martha Easter-Cain on Saturday, June 23, 1934, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Martha’s parents were Andrew Easter and Martha Easter. --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


PERCY HARRISON

  • Birth Date: About 1902, Greensville County, Virginia 
  • Death Date:
  • Son of  Samuel Harrison and Hester Steward-Harrison. Grandson of Sarah Jane Harrison. Information is being researched.   LINEAGE: --->  Samuel Harrison married Hester Steward on Thursday, February 15, 1883, in Greensville County, Virginia. Hester’s parents were Guy Powell and Mary Steward-Powell.  --->  Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


PETER HARRISON

  • Birth Date: About 1882 , Greensville County, Virginia 
  • Death Date: August 3, 1950, Franklin, Southampton County, Virginia
  • Son of James Harrison and Rosena Davis-Harrison.  Grandson of Sarah Jane Harrison.  Peter married Etta Jarrett on Wednesday, July 16, 1902, in Greensville County, Virginia. Etta’s parents were Daniel and Mildred “Millie” Jarrett.  LINEAGE: --->  James Harrison married Rosena "Rosa" Davis on Wednesday, December 29, 1875, in Greensville County, Virginia. Rowena was the daughter of Anderson Davis and Clara Pointer-Davis. --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


PHIL HARRISON

  • Birth Date: About 1909, Greensville County, Virginia
  • Death Date:
  • Son of Robert Harrison and Lillie Ghee-Harrison.  Grandson of James Harrison and Rosena Davis-Harrison.  Great Grandson of Sarah Jane Harrison. Phil’s information is being researched.    LINEAGE: --->  Robert Harrison married Lillie Ghee on Wednesday, April 3, 1901, in Greensville County, Virginia. Lillie’s parents were James Ghee and Viny Ghee. --->  James Harrison married Rosena "Rosa" Davis on Wednesday, December 29, 1875, in Greensville County, Virginia. Rowena was the daughter of Anderson Davis and Clara Pointer-Davis. --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


  

PINKIE L. HARRISON-ROBERTS

  • Birth date: December 16, 1918, Greensville County, Virginia
  • Death Date: May 27, 2002
  • Daughter of Richard Harrison and Elizabeth “Lizzie” Mason-Harrison.  Granddaughter of James Harrison and Rosena Davis-Harrison.  Great Granddaughter of Sarah Jane Harrison.  Pinkie married Floyd Roberts on February 27, 1937, in Greensville County, Virginia. Floyd’s parents were Lewis Roberts and Roberta Perkins-Roberts.  LINEAGE: --->  Richard Harrison married Elizabeth “Lizzie” Mason.  Lizzie’s parents were Paul Mason and Mary Valentine-Harrison. --->  James Harrison married Rosena "Rosa" Davis on Wednesday, December 29, 1875, in Greensville County, Virginia. Rowena was the daughter of Anderson Davis and Clara Pointer-Davis. --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 

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QUEEN HARRISON-WASHINGTON

  • Birth Date: , Greensville County, Virginia
  • Death Date:
  • Daughter of Merritt Harrison and Maggie Valentine-Harrison.  Granddaughter of James Harrison and Rosena Davis-Harrison.  Great Granddaughter of Sarah Jane Harrison.  Queen married Edgar F. Washington on April 10, 1939, in Greensville County, Virginia. Edgar’s parents were Willie Washington and Anna B. Lane-Washington.  LINEAGE: --->  Merritt Harrison married Maggie Valentine on Saturday, December 25, 1909, in Northampton County, North Carolina.  Maggie’s parents were Thomas “Tom” Valentine and Barbara Ann Coles-Valentine. --->  James Harrison married Rosena "Rosa" Davis on Wednesday, December 29, 1875, in Greensville County, Virginia. Rowena was the daughter of Anderson Davis and Clara Pointer-Davis. --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison.


QUEEN WHITE

  • Birth Date: Born 1918, Greensville County, Virginia
  • Death Date: July 7, 1935, Greensville County, Virginia
  • Daughter of Victoria Harrison-White and Walter “Deal” White. Granddaughter of James Harrison and Rosena Davis-Harrison.  Great Granddaughter of Sarah Jane Harrison.  Birth 1918 -  Death date June 22, 1935, in Greensville County, Virginia.  LINEAGE: --->  Victoria Harrison married Walter Deal White on Wednesday, December 18, 1901, in Greensville County, Virginia. Deal’s parents were Ned White and Mildred “Millie” Faison-White. --->  James Harrison married Rosena "Rosa" Davis on Wednesday, December 29, 1875, in Greensville County, Virginia. Rowena was the daughter of Anderson Davis and Clara Pointer-Davis. --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


  

QUEENIE HARRISON-INGRAM-FOSTER

  • Birth Date: May 2, 1900, Greensville County, Virginia
  • Death Date: October 24, 2008, Emporia, Virginia
  • Daughter of Peter Harrison and Etta Jarratt-Harrison.  Granddaughter of James Harrison and Rosena Davis-Harrison.  Great Granddaughter of Sarah Jane Harrison.  Queenie married 1st husband Joseph Goodwyn on August 25, 1917, in Petersburg, Virginia. Joseph’s parents were John Goodwyn and Edie Goodwyn. Married 2nd Husband Robert B. Ingram on October 25, 1928 and divorced May 18, 1940. Robert’s parents were Gaston Ingram and Idella Israel-Ingram.  Married 3rd  husband Clarence Foster on September 30, 1949,  in Greensville County, Virginia. Clarence’s parents were William H. Foster and Mary Louise Singleton-Foster.  LINEAGE: ---> Peter Harrison married Etta Jarrett on Wednesday, July 16, 1902, in Greensville County, Virginia. Etta’s parents were Daniel and Mildred “Millie” Jarrett. --->  James Harrison married Rosena "Rosa" Davis on Wednesday, December 29, 1875, in Greensville County, Virginia. Rowena was the daughter of Anderson Davis and Clara Pointer-Davis. --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 

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RASSIE BANKS

  • Birth Date: June 27, 1909, Brunswick County, Virginia
  • Death Date: September 16, 1952, Wake Forest, North Carolina
  • Son of Dora Harrison-Banks and Wyatt Banks.  Grandson of Benjamin Harrison and Mary “Mollie” Powell.  Great Grandson of Sarah Jane Harrison.  Rassie married Valrie Arrington on December 7, 1930, in Greensville County, Virginia. Valerie's parents were Daniel Arrington and Mary Hill-Arrington.    LINEAGE: --->  Dora Harrison married Wyatt Banks on Wednesday, April 11, 1900, in Greensville County, Virginia. Wyatt’s parents were Wyatt Banks and Frances Banks.  ---> Benjamin married Mary “Mollie” Powell on Saturday, March 2, 1878, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Mary’s parents were Harriett Philips and father unknown. --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


REVELLA F. HARRISON-BANNISTER

  • Birth Date: July 19, 1913
  • Death Date: August 28, 1988, Montgomery, Virginia 
  • Daughter of John Mercer Langston Harrison and Frances Maude Page.  Frances was also known as Florence Harrison-Bannister.Granddaughter of Samuel Harrison.  Great Granddaughter of Sarah Jane Harrison. Revella married Frank Theodore “Bush” Bannister.   LINEAGE: --->  John Mercer Langston Harrison married Frances Maude Page.  ---> Samuel Harrison married Hester Steward on Thursday, February 15, 1883, in Greensville County, Virginia. Hester’s parents were Guy Powell and Mary Steward-Powell.  --->  Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


  

RICHARD HARRISON

  • Birth Date: March 5, 1892 , Greensville County, Virginia 
  • Death Date: August 9, 1979, Emporia, Greensville County, Virginia
  • Son of James Harrison and Rosena Davis-Harrison.  Grandson of Sarah Jane Harrison.  Richard married Elizabeth “Lizzie” Mason.  Lizzie’s parents were Paul Mason and Mary Valentine-Harrison.  LINEAGE: --->  James Harrison married Rosena "Rosa" Davis on Wednesday, December 29, 1875, in Greensville County, Virginia. Rowena was the daughter of Anderson Davis and Clara Pointer-Davis. --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


  

RICHARD HARRISON, JR.

  • Birth Date: About 1930, Greensville County, Virginia
  • Death Date: 
  • Son of Richard Harrison and Elizabeth “Lizzie” Mason-Harrison.   Grandson of James Harrison and Rosena Davis-Harrison. Great Grandson of Sarah Jane Harrison.  Richard married Hazel King on March 3, 1948, in Greensville County, Virginia. Hazel’s parents were Moses King and Rosella Perkins-King.   LINEAGE: --->  Richard Harrison married Elizabeth “Lizzie” Mason.  Lizzie’s parents were Paul Mason and Mary Valentine-Harrison. --->  James Harrison married Rosena "Rosa" Davis on Wednesday, December 29, 1875, in Greensville County, Virginia. Rowena was the daughter of Anderson Davis and Clara Pointer-Davis. --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


ROBERT BANKS

  • Birth Date:  , Brunswick County, Virginia
  • Death Date:
  • Son of Dora Harrison-Banks and Wyatt Banks.  Grandson of Benjamin Harrison and Mary “Mollie” Powell.  Great Grandson  of Sarah Jane Harrison.  Robert's information is being researched.  LINEAGE: --->  Dora Harrison married Wyatt Banks on Wednesday, April 11, 1900, in Greensville County, Virginia. Wyatt’s parents were Wyatt Banks and Frances Banks.  ---> Benjamin married Mary “Mollie” Powell on Saturday, March 2, 1878, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Mary’s parents were Harriett Philips and father unknown. --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison.


ROBERT H. GILLUS

  • Birth Date: April 29, 1918, Brunswick County, Virginia 
  • Death Date: September 4, 1966
  • Son of Gertrude Powell-Gillus and David Gillus.  Grandson of Sarah Elizabeth “Sallie” Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt.  Great Grandson of Sarah Jane Harrison. Robert married Mary Elizabeth Turner on May 25, 1942, in the District of Columbia. LINEAGE: ---> Gertrude Powell married David Gillus on Wednesday, December 19, 1906, in Brunswick County, Virginia. David’s parents were William Gillus and Lucinda Stewart-Gillus. ---> Sallie married her first husband, Robert H. Powell, on Wednesday, February 4, 1880, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Robert was the son of Milton and Parthemia Powell.  Sallie married her second husband, Benjamin Ellis, on Wednesday, December 29, 1897, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Benjamin was the son of Miles and Martha Ellis. Sallie married her third husband, Ned Merritt, on Christmas Day, December 25, 1912, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Ned was the son of Fred Merritt and Carolina Merritt. --->  Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


ROBERT HARRISON

  • Birth Date: November 9, 1876 , Greensville County, Virginia 
  • Death Date: May 11, 1946, Southampton County, Virginia
  • Son of James Harrison and Rosena Davis-Harrison.  Grandson of Sarah Jane Harrison. Robert married Lillie Ghee on Wednesday, April 3, 1901, in Greensville County, Virginia. Lillie’s parents were James Ghee and Viny Ghee.  LINEAGE: --->  James Harrison married Rosena "Rosa" Davis on Wednesday, December 29, 1875, in Greensville County, Virginia. Rowena was the daughter of Anderson Davis and Clara Pointer-Davis. --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


ROBERT POWELL

  • Birth Date: June 16, 1885, Brunswick County, Virginia 
  • Death Date: August 14, 1958, Ante, Brunswick County, Virginia
  • Son of Sarah Elizabeth “Sallie” Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt and Robert H. Powell. Grandson of Sarah Jane Harrison. Robert, also known as Lamar Powell, married his 1st wife Fannie L. Heartwell on Sunday, November 24, 1912, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Fannie’s parents were W.E. Beasley and Ann Beasley. Robert and Fannie divorced in June 1919, in Brunswick County, Virginia.  Robert later married his 2nd wife, Sallie Cook-Spence.  Sallie’s parents were Holland Cook and Mary Elizabeth “Lizzie” Williams.  LINEAGE: ---> Sallie married her first husband, Robert H. Powell, on Wednesday, February 4, 1880, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Robert was the son of Milton and Parthemia Powell.  Sallie married her second husband, Benjamin Ellis, on Wednesday, December 29, 1897, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Benjamin was the son of Miles and Martha Ellis. Sallie married her third husband, Ned Merritt, on Christmas Day, December 25, 1912, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Ned was the son of Fred Merritt and Carolina Merritt. --->  Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison.


  

ROBERT L. POWELL 

  • Birth Date: September 10, 1931, Brunswick County, Virginia 
  • Death Date: December 4, 1954, Roanoke Rapids, North Carolina 
  • Son of  James Dawson Powell and Alice Gillus-Powell. Grandson of Sarah Elizabeth “Sallie” Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt.  Great Grandson of Sarah Jane Harrison. Robert never married.   LINEAGE: --->James Dawson Powell, also known as Dawson Powell, married Alice Gillus on Sunday, April 9, 1911, in Northampton County, North Carolina. Alice’s parents were Jesse Gillus and Susan Bank-Gillus.  Dawson and Alice would divorce on Monday, December 31, 1951, in Brunswick County, Virginia.  ---> Sallie married her first husband, Robert H. Powell, on Wednesday, February 4, 1880, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Robert was the son of Milton and Parthemia Powell.  Sallie married her second husband, Benjamin Ellis, on Wednesday, December 29, 1897, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Benjamin was the son of Miles and Martha Ellis. Sallie married her third husband, Ned Merritt, on Christmas Day, December 25, 1912, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Ned was the son of Fred Merritt and Carolina Merritt. --->  Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


ROBERT WILLIAMS

  • Birth Date: , Greensville County, Virginia
  • Death Date:
  • Son of Martha Harrison-Williams and Henry Williams.  Grandson of James Harrison and Rosena Davis-Harrison. Great Grandson of Sarah Jane Harrison.  Robert’s information is being researched.  LINEAGE: --->  Martha Harrison married Henry Williams on Sunday, August 15, 1909, in Greensville County, Virginia. Henry’s parents were Nathaniel “Nat” Williams and Julia Allen-Williams. --->  James Harrison married Rosena "Rosa" Davis on Wednesday, December 29, 1875, in Greensville County, Virginia. Rowena was the daughter of Anderson Davis and Clara Pointer-Davis. --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


ROBERTA HARRISON

  • Birth Date: , Greensville County, Virginia
  • Death Date:
  • Daughter of James “Jimmie” Harrison, Jr. and Pinkie Mason-Harrison. Granddaughter of James Harrison and Rosena Davis-Harrison.  Great Granddaughter of Sarah Jane Harrison.  Birth 1912 - Death July 20, 1914, in Greensville County, Virginia.  LINEAGE: --->  James Harrison, Jr. married Pinkie Mason on Sunday, October 11, 1908, in Northampton County, North Carolina. Pinkie’s parents were Paul Mason and Mary Valentine-Mason. --->  James Harrison married Rosena "Rosa" Davis on Wednesday, December 29, 1875, in Greensville County, Virginia. Rowena was the daughter of Anderson Davis and Clara Pointer-Davis. --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


ROENA HARRISON-RIDLEY

  • Birth Date: , Greensville County, Virginia
  • Death Date:
  • Daughter of James “Jimmie” Harrison, Jr. and Edith Mason-Harrison. Granddaughter of James Harrison and Rosena Davis-Harrison.  Great Granddaughter of Sarah Jane Harrison.  Roena married Herman Ridley on March 10, 1940, in Skippers, Virginia.   Herman’s parents were George Ridley and Ella “Addie” Evans-Ridley.  LINEAGE: --->  James Harrison, Jr.. married Pinkie Mason on Sunday, October 11, 1908, in Northampton County, North Carolina. Pinkie’s parents were Paul Mason and Mary Valentine-Mason. --->  James Harrison married Rosena "Rosa" Davis on Wednesday, December 29, 1875, in Greensville County, Virginia. Rowena was the daughter of Anderson Davis and Clara Pointer-Davis. --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


ROMIE HARRISON

  • Birth Date: , Greensville County, Virginia
  • Death Date:
  • Son of Merritt Harrison and Maggie Valentine-Harrison.  Grandson of James Harrison and Rosena Davis-Harrison. Great Grandson of Sarah Jane Harrison.  Never Married.  LINEAGE: --->  Merritt Harrison married Maggie Valentine on Saturday, December 25, 1909, in Northampton County, North Carolina.  Maggie’s parents were Thomas “Tom” Valentine and Barbara Ann Coles-Valentine. --->  James Harrison married Rosena "Rosa" Davis on Wednesday, December 29, 1875, in Greensville County, Virginia. Rowena was the daughter of Anderson Davis and Clara Pointer-Davis. --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison.


RONALD LONG 

  • Birth Date:  Greensville County, Virginia 
  • Death Date:
  • Adopted Son of Hester Harrison-Jordan and Arklin Jordan.  Grandson of Samuel Harrison.  Great Grandson of Sarah Jane Harrison. Ronald’s information is being researched.  LINEAGE: ---> Hester Harrison married Arklin Jordan on November 30, 1934, in Southampton, Virginia. ---> Samuel Harrison married Hester Steward on Thursday, February 15, 1883, in Greensville County, Virginia. Hester’s parents were Guy Powell and Mary Steward-Powell.  --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


  

ROY HARRISON

  • Birth Date: May 28, 1916, Brunswick County, Virginia
  • Death Date: August 5, 1999, Ante, Brunswick County, Virginia
  • Son of William Henry Harrison and Frances Green-Banks-Harrison-Moss.  Grandson of Benjamin Harrison and Mary “Mollie” Powell.  Great Grandson of Sarah Jane Harrison. Roy married Lacie Z. Claiborne on Friday, December 31, 1937, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Lacie’s parents were Everette Claiborne and Sarah Williams-Claiborne.  LINEAGE: --->  William Henry Harrison married Frances Green-Banks on Wednesday, February 14, 1906, in Greensville County, Virginia. Frances’ parents were Billy Williams and  Susan Green. ---> Benjamin married Mary “Mollie” Powell on Saturday, March 2, 1878, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Mary’s parents were Harriett Philips and father unknown. --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


RUBARD W. GILLUS

  • Birth Date: June 24, 1920, Brunswick County, Virginia 
  • Death Date: December 15, 1993, Brunswick County, Virginia 
  • Son of Gertrude Powell-Gillus and David Gillus.  Grandson of Sarah Elizabeth “Sallie” Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt.  Great Grandson of Sarah Jane Harrison.  Rubard married 1st wife Vasceil L. Oliver on October 5, 1946, in Washington, the District of Columbia.   Rubard married 2nd wife Betty Jean. LINEAGE: --->  Gertrude Powell married David Gillus on Wednesday, December 19, 1906, in Brunswick County, Virginia. David’s parents were William Gillus and Lucinda Stewart-Gillus. ---> Sallie married her first husband, Robert H. Powell, on Wednesday, February 4, 1880, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Robert was the son of Milton and Parthemia Powell.  Sallie married her second husband, Benjamin Ellis, on Wednesday, December 29, 1897, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Benjamin was the son of Miles and Martha Ellis. Sallie married her third husband, Ned Merritt, on Christmas Day, December 25, 1912, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Ned was the son of Fred Merritt and Carolina Merritt. --->  Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


RUTH MASON-PORTER-BALL

  • Birth Date:  About 1910, Greensville County, Virginia
  • Death Date:
  • Daughter of Lelia Rolinda Harrison-Mason and Cleveland Mason.  Granddaughter of James Harrison and Rosena Davis-Harrison.  Great Granddaughter of Sarah Jane Harrison. Ruth married 1st husband Sidney Porter, Jr. on October 15, 1928, in Richmond, Virginia. Sidney’s parents were Sidney Porter, Sr. and Lillie Ann Tiller-Porter.  Married 2nd husband Elijah Ball on December 3, 1951, in Emporia, Virginia. Elijah’s parents were Jonas Balls and Faddie Stringfield-Ball.  LINEAGE: ---> Lelia Rolinda Harrison married Cleveland Mason on Sunday, December 6, 1908 in Greensville County, Virginia. Cleveland’s parents were Paul and Mary Valentine-Harrison. --->  James Harrison married Rosena "Rosa" Davis on Wednesday, December 29, 1875, in Greensville County, Virginia. Rowena was the daughter of Anderson Davis and Clara Pointer-Davis. --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 

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SALLIE HARRISON

  • Birth Date: About 1899, Greensville County, Virginia
  • Death Date:
  • Daughter of Peter Harrison and Etta Jarratt-Harrison.  Granddaughter of James Harrison and Rosena Davis-Harrison.  Great Granddaughter of Sarah Jane Harrison. Sallie’s information is being researched.  LINEAGE: ---> Peter Harrison married Etta Jarrett on Wednesday, July 16, 1902, in Greensville County, Virginia. Etta’s parents were Daniel and Mildred “Millie” Jarrett. --->  James Harrison married Rosena "Rosa" Davis on Wednesday, December 29, 1875, in Greensville County, Virginia. Rowena was the daughter of Anderson Davis and Clara Pointer-Davis. --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


SAMUEL HARRISON

  • Birth Date: March 12, 1914, Brunswick County, Virginia
  • Death Date: August 9, 1946, Greensville County, Virginia
  • Son of Vanderbilt “Van” Harrison and Gertrude Powell.   Grandson of Benjamin Harrison and Mary “Mollie” Powell.  Great Grandson of Sarah Jane Harrison.  Samuel married Elden Brown on Saturday, May 27, 1944, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Elden’s parents were Hillard Brown and Sissie James-Brown.  LINEAGE: ---> Vanderbilt “Van” Harrison married  1st wife Gertrude Powell.  Vanderbilt “Van” Harrison married 2nd wife Martha Easter-Cain on Saturday, June 23, 1934, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Martha’s parents were Andrew Easter and Martha Easter. --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison.


SAMUEL HARRISON, JR.

  • Birth Date: About 1895 , Greensville County, Virginia 
  • Death Date: July 9, 1934, Greensville County, Virginia
  • Son of  Samuel Harrison and Hester Steward-Harrison. Grandson of Sarah Jane Harrison.  Samuel Harrison, Jr. married Ellen Maude Barrett on Monday, July 9, 1934 in Greensville County, Virginia. Ellen Maude 's parents were William Barrett and Mollie Carpenter-Barrett.  LINEAGE: --->  Samuel Harrison married Hester Steward on Thursday, February 15, 1883, in Greensville County, Virginia. Hester’s parents were Guy Powell and Mary Steward-Powell.  --->  Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


SAMUEL PAIR

  • Birth Date: August 8, 1922, Greensville County, Virginia
  • Death Date: May 21, 1982, Norwalk, Connecticut
  • Son of Bessie Harrison-Pair and Mannie Pair.  Grandson of Samuel Harrison.  Great Grandson of Sarah Jane Harrison.  Samuel married Mary Elizabet Siler on August 2, 1944, in Portsmouth, Virginia. LINEAGE: --->  Bessie Harrison married Mannie Pair, in Greensville County, Virginia. Mannie’s parents were Howard Pair and Cherry Lundy-Pair. ---> Samuel Harrison married Hester Steward on Thursday, February 15, 1883, in Greensville County, Virginia. Hester’s parents were Guy Powell and Mary Steward-Powell.  --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


SARAH BANKS-WILLIAMS

  • Birth Date: March 17, 1909, Brunswick County, Virginia
  • Death Date: December 16, 1942, Surry, Virginia
  • Daughter of Dora Harrison-Banks and Wyatt Banks.  Granddaughter of Benjamin Harrison and Mary “Mollie” Powell.  Great Granddaughter  of Sarah Jane Harrison.   Sarah married Percy L. Williams of Surry County, Virginia. Percy’s parents were Christopher H. Williams and Mary Williams.  LINEAGE: --->  Dora Harrison married Wyatt Banks on Wednesday, April 11, 1900, in Greensville County, Virginia. Wyatt’s parents were Wyatt Banks and Frances Banks.  ---> Benjamin married Mary “Mollie” Powell on Saturday, March 2, 1878, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Mary’s parents were Harriett Philips and father unknown. --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


SHIRLEY HARRISON-CRUMP

  • Birth Date: About 1935, Greensville County, Virginia 
  • Death Date:
  • Daughter of Samuel Harrison, Jr. and Ellen Maude Barrett. Granddaughter of Samuel Harrison.  Great Grandson of Sarah Jane Harrison. Shirley’s information is being researched. LINEAGE: --->  Samuel Harrison, Jr. married Ellen Maude Barrett on Monday, July 9, 1934, in Greensville County, Virginia. Ellen Maude 's parents were William Barrett and Mollie Carpenter-Barrett.. ---> Samuel Harrison married Hester Steward on Thursday, February 15, 1883, in Greensville County, Virginia. Hester’s parents were Guy Powell and Mary Steward-Powell.  --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


STUART PEARSON

  • Birth Date: 1927, Brunswick County, Virginia
  • Death Date: 1994, Newport News, Virginia
  • Son of Claudia Harrison-Pearson and William Henry Pearson.  Grandson of Benjamin Harrison and Mary “Mollie” Powell.  Great Grandson of Sarah Jane Harrison.  Stuart married Queen Esther Williams on November 7, 1954, Newport News, Virginia. Queen’s parents were Curley Williams and Nancy Samuels-Williams.   LINEAGE: ---> Claudia Harrison married William Henry Pearson on Sunday, December 11, 1904, in Brunswick County, Virginia. William’s parents were Robert “Bob” Pearson and Sylvia Reavis-Pearson. ---> Benjamin married Mary “Mollie” Powell on Saturday, March 2, 1878, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Mary’s parents were Harriett Philips and father unknown. --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


SYLENA HARRISON-COOPER 

  • Birth Date: 
  • Death Date:
  • Daughter of William Henry Harrison and Frances Green-Banks-Harrison-Moss.  Granddaughter of Benjamin Harrison and Mary “Mollie” Powell.  Great Granddaughter  of Sarah Jane Harrison. Sylena married 2nd husband, Alexander Cooper, on December 25, 1941, in Emporia, Virginia. Alexander's parents were D.L. White and Hattie F. Cooper.  LINEAGE: --->  William Henry Harrison married Frances Green-Banks on Wednesday, February 14, 1906, in Greensville County, Virginia. Frances’ parents were Billy Williams and  Susan Green. ---> Benjamin married Mary “Mollie” Powell on Saturday, March 2, 1878, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Mary’s parents were Harriett Philips and father unknown. --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


SYDNEY POWELL

  • Birth Date: January 16, 1891, Brunswick County, Virginia 
  • Death Date:
  • Son of Sarah Elizabeth “Sallie” Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt and Robert H. Powell. Grandson of Sarah Jane Harrison. Sydney Powell did not marry.   LINEAGE: ---> Sallie married her first husband, Robert H. Powell, on Wednesday, February 4, 1880, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Robert was the son of Milton and Parthemia Powell.  Sallie married her second husband, Benjamin Ellis, on Wednesday, December 29, 1897, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Benjamin was the son of Miles and Martha Ellis. Sallie married her third husband, Ned Merritt, on Christmas Day, December 25, 1912, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Ned was the son of Fred Merritt and Carolina Merritt. --->  Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison.


 

SYLVIA PEARSON-TOOMBS  

  • Birth Date: About 1911, Brunswick County, Virginia
  • Death Date:
  • Daughter of Claudia Harrison-Pearson and William Henry Pearson.  Granddaughter of Benjamin Harrison and Mary “Mollie” Powell.  Great Granddaughter  of Sarah Jane Harrison.  Sylvia married Willie Robert Toombs on February 1, 1932, in Newport News, Virginia. Willie’s parents were Willie Toombs and Pearl Gayles-Toombs. LINEAGE: ---> Claudia Harrison married William Henry Pearson on Sunday, December 11, 1904, in Brunswick County, Virginia. William’s parents were Robert “Bob” Pearson and Sylvia Reavis-Pearson. ---> Benjamin married Mary “Mollie” Powell on Saturday, March 2, 1878, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Mary’s parents were Harriett Philips and father unknown. --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 

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THOMAS E. HARRISON, JR. 

  • Birth Date: About 1919, Greensville County, Virginia
  • Death Date:
  • Son of Thomas Harrison, Sr.  and Ella Humble. Grandson of Samuel Harrison. Great Grandson of Sarah Jane Harrison. Thomas' information is being researched.  LINEAGE: --->  Thomas Harrison, Sr.  married 1st wife Ella Humble on Saturday, March 5, 1887 in Skippers, Greensville County, Virginia. Ella’s birthplace was Virginia. Thomas later married 2nd wife Edna, her birthplace was listed as Connecticut. ---> Samuel Harrison married Hester Steward on Thursday, February 15, 1883, in Greensville County, Virginia. Hester’s parents were Guy Powell and Mary Steward-Powell.  --->  Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


THOMAS HARRISON

  • Birth Date: About 1887, Greensville County, Virginia 
  • Death Date: April 14, 1942, Kings County, New York
  • Son of  Samuel Harrison and Hester Steward-Harrison. Grandson of Sarah Jane Harrison.  Thomas married 1st wife Ella Humble on Saturday, March 5, 1887 in Skippers, Greensville County, Virginia. Ella’s birthplace was Virginia. Thomas later married 2nd wife Edna, her birthplace was listed as Connecticut.   LINEAGE: --->  Samuel Harrison married Hester Steward on Thursday, February 15, 1883, in Greensville County, Virginia. Hester’s parents were Guy Powell and Mary Steward-Powell.  --->  Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison


THOMAS PAIR

  • Birth Date: , Greensville County, Virginia
  • Death Date:
  • Adopted Son of Hester Harrison-Jordan and Arklin Jordan.  Grandson of Samuel Harrison.  Great Grandson of Sarah Jane Harrison. Ronald’s information is being researched. LINEAGE: ---> Hester Harrison married Arklin Jordan on November 30, 1934, in Southampton, Virginia. ---> Samuel Harrison married Hester Steward on Thursday, February 15, 1883, in Greensville County, Virginia. Hester’s parents were Guy Powell and Mary Steward-Powell.  --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


THURMAN HARRISON

  • Birth Date: About 1924, Greensville County, Virginia
  • Death Date:
  • Son of Merritt Harrison and Maggie Valentine-Harrison.  Grandson of James Harrison and Rosena Davis-Harrison. Great Grandson of Sarah Jane Harrison.  Thurman married Louise Virginia Reese on July 13, 1946, in Greensville County, Virginia. Louise’s parents were Peter Reese and Mary Cain-Reese.  LINEAGE: --->  Merritt Harrison married Maggie Valentine on Saturday, December 25, 1909, in Northampton County, North Carolina.  Maggie’s parents were Thomas “Tom” Valentine and Barbara Ann Coles-Valentine. --->  James Harrison married Rosena "Rosa" Davis on Wednesday, December 29, 1875, in Greensville County, Virginia. Rowena was the daughter of Anderson Davis and Clara Pointer-Davis. --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison.

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VANDERBILT "Van" HARRISON

  • Birth Date: August 20,1886, Brunswick County, Virginia 
  • Death Date: February 12, 1943, Ante, Brunswick County, Virginia
  • Son of Benjamin Harrison and Mary “Mollie” Powell.  Grandson of Sarah Jane Harrison. Vanderbilt was married to his 1st wife Gertrude Powell.  Vanderbilt “Van” Harrison married 2nd wife Martha Easter-Cain on Saturday, June 23, 1934, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Martha’s parents were Andrew Easter and Martha Easter.  LINEAGE: ---> Benjamin married Mary “Mollie” Powell on Saturday, March 2, 1878, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Mary’s parents were Harriett Philips and father unknown. --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison.


VAN L. HARRISON

  • Birth Date: About 1929, Brunswick County, Virginia
  • Death Date: October 2, 1989, Richmond, Virginia 
  • Son of Vanderbilt “Van” Harrison and Gertrude Powell.  Grandson of Benjamin Harrison and Mary “Mollie” Powell.  Great Grandson of Sarah Jane Harrison. Van married Juanita Flemming on April 23, 1947, in Greensville County, Virginia. Juanita’s parents were Harrison Flemming and Mary Grigg-Flemming.  LINEAGE: ---> Vanderbilt “Van” Harrison married  1st wife Gertrude Powell.  Vanderbilt “Van” Harrison married 2nd wife Martha Easter-Cain on Saturday, June 23, 1934, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Martha’s parents were Andrew Easter and Martha Easter. --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


VICTORIA HARRISON-WHITE

  • Birth Date: About 1885, Greensville County, Virginia 
  • Death Date: May 15, 1925, Greensville County, Virginia
  • Daughter of James Harrison and Rosena Davis-Harrison.  Granddaughter of Sarah Jane Harrison.  Victoria married Walter Deal White on Wednesday, December 18, 1901, in Greensville County, Virginia. Deal’s parents were Ned White and Mildred “Millie” Faison-White.   LINEAGE: --->  James Harrison married Rosena "Rosa" Davis on Wednesday, December 29, 1875, in Greensville County, Virginia. Rowena was the daughter of Anderson Davis and Clara Pointer-Davis. --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


  

VIRGINIA ANN HARRISON-DUNN

  • Birth Date: May 6, 1937, Greensville County, Virginia
  • Death Date: June 9, 1989
  • Daughter of Richard Harrison and Elizabeth “Lizzie” Mason-Harrison.  Granddaughter of James Harrison and Rosena Davis-Harrison.  Great Granddaughter of Sarah Jane Harrison.  Virginia married Clifton Ford Dunn on November 3, 1954, in Greensville County, Virginia. Clifton’s parents were McKinley Daniel Dunn and Bertha Mason-Dunn.  LINEAGE: --->  Richard Harrison married Elizabeth “Lizzie” Mason.  Lizzie’s parents were Paul Mason and Mary Valentine-Harrison. --->  James Harrison married Rosena "Rosa" Davis on Wednesday, December 29, 1875, in Greensville County, Virginia. Rowena was the daughter of Anderson Davis and Clara Pointer-Davis. --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


  

VIRGINIA NEVA GILLUS-PEEBLES

  • Birth Date: About 1911, Brunswick County, Virginia 
  • Death Date: 
  • Daughter of Gertrude Powell-Gillus and David Gillus.  Granddaughter of Sarah Elizabeth “Sallie” Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt.  Great Granddaughter of Sarah Jane Harrison.  Virginia married Royal Peebles on June 16, 1929, in Greensville County, Virginia.  Royal’s parents were Fred Peebles and Wilsie Taylor-Peebles.  LINEAGE: ---> Gertrude Powell married David Gillus on Wednesday, December 19, 1906, in Brunswick County, Virginia. David’s parents were William Gillus and Lucinda Stewart-Gillus. ---> Sallie married her first husband, Robert H. Powell, on Wednesday, February 4, 1880, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Robert was the son of Milton and Parthemia Powell.  Sallie married her second husband, Benjamin Ellis, on Wednesday, December 29, 1897, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Benjamin was the son of Miles and Martha Ellis. Sallie married her third husband, Ned Merritt, on Christmas Day, December 25, 1912, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Ned was the son of Fred Merritt and Carolina Merritt. --->  Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


VIVIAN HARRISON-EPPS

  • Birth Date: June 17, 1928, Greensville County, Virginia
  • Death Date: September 15, 2012, Calverton, Suffolk County, New York
  • Daughter of Samuel Harrison, Jr. and Ellen Maude Barrett. Granddaughter of Samuel Harrison.  Great Grandson of Sarah Jane Harrison. Vivian married Thomas H. Epps on July 7, 1950, in Manhattan, New York City, NY.  LINEAGE: --->  Samuel Harrison, Jr. married Ellen Maude Barrett on Monday, July 9, 1934, in Greensville County, Virginia. Ellen Maude 's parents were William Barrett and Mollie Carpenter-Barrett.. ---> Samuel Harrison married Hester Steward on Thursday, February 15, 1883, in Greensville County, Virginia. Hester’s parents were Guy Powell and Mary Steward-Powell.  --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 

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WALTER HARRISON

  • Birth Date: , Greensville County, Virginia
  • Death Date:
  • Son of Merritt Harrison and Maggie Valentine-Harrison.  Grandson of James Harrison and Rosena Davis-Harrison. Great Grandson of Sarah Jane Harrison.  Walter married Mary Sykes on July 4, 1942, in Greensville County, Virginia. Mary’s parents were Gill Sykes and Rachael Stephenson-Sykes.  LINEAGE: --->  Merritt Harrison married Maggie Valentine on Saturday, December 25, 1909, in Northampton County, North Carolina.  Maggie’s parents were Thomas “Tom” Valentine and Barbara Ann Coles-Valentine. --->  James Harrison married Rosena "Rosa" Davis on Wednesday, December 29, 1875, in Greensville County, Virginia. Rowena was the daughter of Anderson Davis and Clara Pointer-Davis. --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison.


WILLIAH D. GILLUS-TAYLOR-HUSKERSON

  • Birth Date: About 1913, Brunswick County, Virginia 
  • Death Date: 
  • Daughter of Gertrude Powell-Gillus and David Gillus.  Granddaughter of Sarah Elizabeth “Sallie” Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt.  Great Granddaughter of Sarah Jane Harrison.  Williah married James Edward Taylor on July 29, 1940, in Leesburg, Virginia. LINEAGE: --->  Gertrude Powell married David Gillus on Wednesday, December 19, 1906, in Brunswick County, Virginia. David’s parents were William Gillus and Lucinda Stewart-Gillus. ---> Sallie married her first husband, Robert H. Powell, on Wednesday, February 4, 1880, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Robert was the son of Milton and Parthemia Powell.  Sallie married her second husband, Benjamin Ellis, on Wednesday, December 29, 1897, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Benjamin was the son of Miles and Martha Ellis. Sallie married her third husband, Ned Merritt, on Christmas Day, December 25, 1912, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Ned was the son of Fred Merritt and Carolina Merritt. --->  Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


WILLIE HARRISON

  • Birth Date:  About 1915
  • Death Date: February 20, 1995, Richmond, Virginia
  • Son of William Henry Harrison and Frances Green-Banks-Harrison-Moss.  Grandson of Benjamin Harrison and Mary “Mollie” Powell.  Great Grandson of Sarah Jane Harrison.  Willie mMarried Salome Parham on April 20, 1940, in Greensville County, Virginia. Salome’s parents were William Parham and Emma Watkins-Parham. Willie and Salome divorced on March 15, 1982, in Greensville County, Virginia.  LINEAGE: --->  William Henry Harrison married Frances Green-Banks on Wednesday, February 14, 1906, in Greensville County, Virginia. Frances’ parents were Billy Williams and  Susan Green. ---> Benjamin married Mary “Mollie” Powell on Saturday, March 2, 1878, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Mary’s parents were Harriett Philips and father unknown. --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison. 


WILLIE POWELL

  • Birth Date: January 21, 1881, Greensville County, Virginia 
  • Death Date: March 15, 1943, Freeman, Brunswick County, Virginia
  • Son of Sarah Elizabeth “Sallie” Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt and Robert H. Powell. Grandson of Sarah Jane Harrison. Willie married Mabel Green in December 1910, in Halifax County, North Carolina. Mabel’s parents were Marcy Green and Lucy Wyche-Green.   LINEAGE: ---> Sallie married her first husband, Robert H. Powell, on Wednesday, February 4, 1880, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Robert was the son of Milton and Parthemia Powell.  Sallie married her second husband, Benjamin Ellis, on Wednesday, December 29, 1897, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Benjamin was the son of Miles and Martha Ellis. Sallie married her third husband, Ned Merritt, on Christmas Day, December 25, 1912, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Ned was the son of Fred Merritt and Carolina Merritt. --->  Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison.


  

WILLIAM H. HARRISON

  • Birth Date: About 1877 , Brunswick County, Virginia 
  • Death Date:

Son of Benjamin Harrison and Mary “Mollie” Powell.  Grandson of Sarah Jane Harrison. William married Frances Green-Banks on Wednesday, February 14, 1906, in Greensville County, Virginia. Frances’ parents were Billy Williams and Susan Green.  LINEAGE: ---> Benjamin married Mary “Mollie” Powell on Saturday, March 2, 1878, in Brunswick County, Virginia. Mary’s parents were Harriett Philips and father unknown. --->   Sarah Jane Harrison is the Matriarch of the Harrison Family  and mother of John Harrison, James Harrison, Benjamin Harrison, Samuel Harrison, Sarah “Sallie”Harrison-Powell-Ellis-Merritt, and Richard Harrison.
 

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