John Brantley Skates, b. 1851, Jackson Co, GA
I believe there must be a Brantley connection to the family of my great-grandfather, John Brantley Skates.His father was Zedikiah Skates, Jr, also born in Jackson County in 1815.His wife's name was Elmina ?, thought to be Pinkney of SC.We think she was born there.
Zedikiah Skates, Sr, was born 1776 in Virginia, married Mary ?. Could Mary have been a Brantley? In addition to Zedikiah, Jr, they had a daughter named Mary.Other children are unknown at this time.
Zedikiah, Jr, and Elmina had four known children:Mary A. b. 1843; Cynthia C., b. 1847; Thomas S., b. 1849; and John Brantley, b. Jan 30, 1851.
If anyone can help I will be forever grateful.
Sue