Barbara Rutledge died in February of this year. Barbara was the registrar of the Buford Chapter of the DAR when I submitted my papers. She probably held every office during her time in Buford. She was a founding member of KYOWVA genealogical society. And she most certainly wrote her own obituary because it listed many of her genealogical accomplishments.
Pat and Sally wanted to go to the funeral and had doubts about driving there (both ladies are in their 90s). So I agreed to take them. And Sandee Peck showed up on her own. So there were four of us at the funeral to represent Buford Chapter. It was one of those decisions made that made me very glad!
Barbara's daughter met us and told us that Barbara had asked that her DAR pins be returned to the DAR and that her research not be trashed. That she wanted it to be given to someone who would use it. Of course, I agreed to take everything. Her daughter and son-in-law said they did not want it back! And I knew that I had saved files and piles from the trash. It has been a big job going through it and finding the right place to take it. But I have had fun with it.
Last Saturday night I was brain dead by evening. Pat, Joline, and Jane and I had gone to Charlie Botts' visitation and then straight to the DAR meeting at Woodlands. And I had hauled some of Barbara Rutledge's stuff to the meeting. I decided I didn't have enough brain power to do much of anything, but I could go through a few more piles of Barbara's "stuff" to sort out trash and items that should go back to the family whether they want it or not.
Barbara had in one of her boxes a couple of maps. They were of The Beverley patent. And I decided to take them back into my office with me. I have seen this map many times. I know where to find it on the internet. I can not tell you why I took it with me.
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