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William Oscar Conner 1886–1960

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Why this is a Public Tree Person

Full name consistent across 2 independent trees
Birth year and location consistent across 2 trees
Death year and location consistent across 2 trees

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Grade scale
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  • B 2 criteria (Medium)
  • C 1 criteria (Basic)
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2 researchers on YourRoots have William Conner in their family trees — each with their own records and documentation. Trace the migration path across 2 generations. If this ancestor is in your tree too, you can compare what you've found and fill in the gaps together.

Last updated: August 25, 2026 · Reliability: A — verified across 2 independent trees, with linked records

Born 13 Jan 1886 · Tennessee
Died 31 Oct 1960 · Englewood, McMinn County, Tennessee, United States of America
Father John Conner
Mother Mary Jane Thomas
Spouse Georgia Ann Ferguson
Children Bess L Conner, Mamie Sue Collins

Researchers connected through William Conner 1886–1960

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Biography

The story of William Oscar Conner began in 1886 in Tennessee. In 1910, William Oscar Conner resided in Civil District 3, McMinn, Tennessee, USA. In 1917, William Oscar Conner resided in McMinn County, Tennessee, USA. William Oscar Conner married georgia ann ferguson, and had children including bess l conner, mamie sue collins. William Oscar Conner passed away in 1960 in Englewood, McMinn County, Tennessee, United States of America.

Sources

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    Census 1910 United States Federal Census

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    Census 1920 United States Federal Census

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    Census 1930 United States Federal Census

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    Census 1940 United States Federal Census

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    Marriage Records Tennessee, U.S., Marriage Records, 1780-2002

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    Burial Records U.S., Find a Grave® Index, 1600s-Current

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    Social Security U.S., Social Security Applications and Claims Index, 1936-2007

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    Military U.S., World War I Draft Registration Cards, 1917-1918

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    Death Records Tennessee, U.S., Death Records

Life Timeline

1886
Birth of William Oscar Conner in Tennessee
Birth
1910
William Oscar Conner resided here in Civil District 3, McMinn, Tennessee, USA
Residence
1917
William Oscar Conner resided here in McMinn County, Tennessee, USA
Residence
1920
William Oscar Conner resided here in Englewood, McMinn, Tennessee, USA
Residence
1930
William Oscar Conner resided here in Englewood, Englewood, Mc Minn, Tennessee, USA
Residence
1940
William Oscar Conner resided here in, Englewood, McMinn, Tennessee, USA
Residence
1960
Death of William Oscar Conner in Englewood, McMinn, Tennessee, USA
Death

Oldest Ancestor Line from William Conner

This ancestor line traces from North Carolina (1860) to Tennessee (1886) across 2 generations.

Direct Lineage
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Frequently Asked Questions

William Conner (1886–1960) was born in Tennessee and died in Englewood, McMinn County, Tennessee, United States of America. 2 researchers on YourRoots have this ancestor in their family trees, each with their own records. This page combines what they've independently documented and assigns a Reliability Score (A) based on cross-tree validation.
Right now, 2 researchers on YourRoots have William in their trees. They're working independently, so connecting with them is a good way to cross-check your records and find things you might have missed. You can also explore the ancestor migration map that traces 2 generations of this lineage geographically.
It varies by researcher — some have census records, others have marriage certificates, parish registers, or family Bible entries. Scroll up to see exactly what each person has cited.
Use the "Compare Tree" button on any researcher's profile above. You can compare your tree side by side with theirs, see where your records overlap or differ, and collaborate to fill gaps.

William Conner's Ancestors

Pedigree chart — 3 generations on record

Self
William Oscar Conner PTP
1886–1960
Tennessee
Parents
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Grandparents
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William Conner's Descendants

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William Oscar Conner PTP 1886–1960