This is a picture of my grandfather R C White. He was called Cliff White. The R stands for Richard. The C either stands for Clifton or Clifford - I've seen both in his records. He was born on July 9, 1896. 

Though I was very young when he died, I have wonderful memories of him. He owned a sawmill and a small store and he always had some penny candy ready for his grandchildren. He died of lung cancer March 17, 1961. I remember the last time I saw him, he was quite ill - his bed had been moved to the living room. He held my hand, told me he loved me, and to be a good girl. My mom kissed him goodbye. It was a quiet ride home to NJ. Not long after, we all went back to WV for the funeral. The weather was terrible and I still remember that long walk up that hill to the White cemetery where he was buried. I've been back many times. I think standing on that little mountaintop is one of the prettiest views there is. If you ever want to go, I've marked it on Google. Take good walking shoes, be ready to walk past the cows, and you might have to climb over the gate. It's worth it.

Richard's birth and death

Richard Allen White was born on June 10, 1868 in Fayette County, West Virginia. His mother was Martha Susan Bess. His father was a Union soldier in the Civil War - John H. White.

Richard died on May 10, 1943 of liver cancer.

Viola's death and burial

Viola died in Fayette County, West Virginia on February 9, 1946 of a cerebral hemorrahage. She was buried in the White family cemetery in Springdale, West Virginia.

The cemetery is located on top of the hill behind these old white building. Go behind the buildings, cross the small bridge, cross the railroad tracks and follow the path up the hill. It's a steep climb so be prepared.

The cemetery is on property owned and maintained by Chester Walker - a direct descendent of Viola and Richard White. Chester and his family do a wonderful job keeping the cemetery in good shape.

Viola weds Richard Allen White

On May 12, 1887, Viola Dale Ripley and Richard Allen White were married in Fayette County, West Virginia. CD Kincaid officiated at the ceremony.

The birth of Viola Dale Ripley

Viola Dale Ripley was born on the 15th of March in 1871 in Fayette County, West Virginia. Her mother was Fannie Melissa Campbell. Fannie was born in Illinois around 1846. Viola's father was Orville Cora Ripley. Orville was born in Gallipolis, Ohio in 1839 and served as a drummer in the Union Army during the Civil War.

I believe this picture was taken at her home in Chestnut Knob, West Virginia.