YourRoots by Genomelink
banner

Sign up to explore more

Create a free account to navigate family trees, view ancestors, and discover connections.

Willie J Peterson 1914–1967 – Genealogical Records

Birth Date: 1 Jan 1914

Birth Location: Hayneville, Lowndes, Alabama, USA

Death Date: 17 Apr 1967

Death Location: Covert, Van Buren County, Michigan, United States of America

Father: Washington Peterson

Mother: Christiana Bracy

Spouse(s): Olivia Gillam

Children(s):

The story of Willie J Peterson began in 1914 in Hayneville, Lowndes, Alabama, USA. In 1930, Willie J Peterson resided in Lowndesboro, Lowndes, Alabama, USA. In 1940, Willie J Peterson resided in Ensley, Jefferson, Alabama, USA. Willie J Peterson married Olivia Gillam. Willie J Peterson passed away in 1967 in Covert, Van Buren County, Michigan, United States of America.

Find more search results for Willie Peterson
WP

Reliability Score

This score reflects the reliability of the source family tree. A high rating indicates a trustworthy source with strong data consistency.

Reliability Score:
A
Criteria:
  • A 3 criteria (Strong)
  • B 2 criteria (Medium)
  • C 1 criteria (Basic)
  • N/A 0 criteria (Insufficient)

This tree's reliability score:

  • Record available
  • Descendant's record available
  • Star tree owner

Biography

  • The story of Willie J Peterson began in 1914 in Hayneville, Lowndes, Alabama, USA.
  • In 1930, Willie J Peterson resided in Lowndesboro, Lowndes, Alabama, USA.
  • In 1940, Willie J Peterson resided in Ensley, Jefferson, Alabama, USA.
  • Willie J Peterson married Olivia Gillam.
  • Willie J Peterson passed away in 1967 in Covert, Van Buren County, Michigan, United States of America.

Immediate Family

Parents

Washington Peterson
1885–1944
Birth Location: Lowndes County, Alabama, USA
WP
Christiana Bracy
1886–
Birth Location: Alabama
CB

Spouses(s)

Olivia Gillam
1908–1996
Birth Location: Hayneville, Lowndes, Alabama, USA
OG

Children(s)

Willie Peterson's Ancestors

Self
Willie Peterson
1914–1967
Birth Place: Hayneville, Lowndes, Alabama, USA
Parents
Washington “Wash” Peterson
1885–1944
Lowndes County, Alabama, USA
Christiana Bracy
1886–
Alabama
Grandparents
Riley Peterson
1860–
Alabama
Annie Davis
1860–
Alabama
Henry Bracy
1840–
Alabama
Tena Bracy
1850–
Alabama
Great-Grandparents
2nd-Great-Grandparents

Willie Peterson's Timeline

7 Records

1914
1 Jan 1914
Birth of Willie J Peterson in Hayneville, Lowndes, Alabama, USA
Hayneville, Lowndes, Alabama, USA
1930
1930
Age 16
Willie J Peterson resided here in Lowndesboro, Lowndes, Alabama, USA
Lowndesboro, Lowndes, Alabama, USA
1940
1940
Age 26
Willie J Peterson resided here in Ensley, Jefferson, Alabama, USA
Ensley, Jefferson, Alabama, USA
1950
1950
Age 36
Willie J Peterson resided here in Birmingham, Jefferson, Alabama, USA
Birmingham, Jefferson, Alabama, USA
1957
1957
Age 43
Willie J Peterson resided here in Birmingham, Alabama, USA
Birmingham, Alabama, USA
1959
1959
Age 45
Willie J Peterson resided here in Birmingham, Alabama, USA
Birmingham, Alabama, USA
1967
17 Apr 1967
Age 53
Death of Willie J Peterson in Birmingham, Jefferson, Alabama
Birmingham, Jefferson, Alabama

Sources

    Genealogy Event 1
    Event Type: Birth
    Event Date: 1 Jan 1914
    Event Place: Hayneville, Lowndes, Alabama, USA
    Record Source:
    [1] U.S., World War II Draft Cards Young Men, 1940-1947, The National Archives in St. Louis, Missouri; St. Louis, Missouri; Record Group: Records of the Selective Service System, 147; Box: 215
    [2] Alabama, Deaths and Burials Index
    [3] U.S., Social Security Death Index, 1935-2014, Number: 424-18-0360; Issue State: Alabama; Issue Date: Before 1951
    [4] 1930 United States Federal Census, Year: 1930; Census Place: Lowndesboro, Lowndes, Alabama; Page: 11B; Enumeration District: 0019; FHL microfilm: 2339771
    [5] U.S., Social Security Applications and Claims Index, 1936-2007
    [6] Alabama, County Marriage Records
    [7] 1950 United States Federal Census, National Archives at Washington, DC; Washington, D.C.; Seventeenth Census of the United States, 1950; Year: 1950; Census Place: Birmingham, Jefferson, Alabama; Roll: 4800; Page: 15; Enumeration District: 68-377

    Genealogy Event 2
    Event Type: Residence
    Event Date: 1930
    Event Place: Lowndesboro, Lowndes, Alabama, USA
    Record Source: 1930 United States Federal Census, Year: 1930; Census Place: Lowndesboro, Lowndes, Alabama; Page: 11B; Enumeration District: 0019; FHL microfilm: 2339771

    Genealogy Event 3
    Event Type: Residence
    Event Date: 1940
    Event Place: Ensley, Jefferson, Alabama, USA
    Record Source: U.S., World War II Draft Cards Young Men, 1940-1947, The National Archives in St. Louis, Missouri; St. Louis, Missouri; Record Group: Records of the Selective Service System, 147; Box: 215

    Genealogy Event 4
    Event Type: Residence
    Event Date: 1950
    Event Place: Birmingham, Jefferson, Alabama, USA
    Record Source: 1950 United States Federal Census, National Archives at Washington, DC; Washington, D.C.; Seventeenth Census of the United States, 1950; Year: 1950; Census Place: Birmingham, Jefferson, Alabama; Roll: 4800; Page: 15; Enumeration District: 68-377

    Genealogy Event 5
    Event Type: Residence
    Event Date: 1957
    Event Place: Birmingham, Alabama, USA
    Record Source: U.S., City Directories, 1822-1995

    Genealogy Event 6
    Event Type: Residence
    Event Date: 1959
    Event Place: Birmingham, Alabama, USA
    Record Source: U.S., City Directories, 1822-1995

    Genealogy Event 7
    Event Type: Death
    Event Date: 17 Apr 1967
    Event Place: Birmingham, Jefferson, Alabama
    Record Source:
    [1] Alabama, Deaths and Burials Index
    [2] U.S., Social Security Death Index, 1935-2014, Number: 424-18-0360; Issue State: Alabama; Issue Date: Before 1951
    [3] U.S., Social Security Applications and Claims Index, 1936-2007

    Genealogy Event 8
    Event Type: Burial
    Event Place: Covert, Van Buren County, Michigan, United States of America
Find more search results for Willie Peterson

About YourRoots

Family Tree Map

Explore your family tree geographically

Import your GEDCOM file to transform your family tree into an interactive global map. See your roots laid out visually and understand your true geographic heritage.

Powerful tools like "Trace Back To Me" instantly map your family's migration paths from a chosen ancestor all the way back to you.

LEARN MORE
AI Genealogy Research

Discover ancestors beyond "end-of-line" automatically

Import your family tree and let AI expand it for you. AI Ancestor Finder scans "end-of-line" ancestors to uncover their parents across hundreds of family lines at once. AI Deep Research analyzes selected ancestors and family clusters, suggesting relevant records and next steps.

Turn on Auto Research Mode to get new discoveries daily or weekly, so your tree keeps growing even while you're away.

LEARN MORE
DNA Match

Find more DNA matches across all DNA tests

Combine your DNA data with your family tree to unlock the full power of YourRoots DNA Match. Connect with relatives across major testing services — Ancestry, 23andMe, MyHeritage, and more.

View your matches' maps and trees to identify shared ancestors, and soon you'll be able to add them directly to your own tree and map.

LEARN MORE
Ancestry Reports

Ancestry DNA analysis that goes deeper than others

Unlock exclusive reports that reveal your deeper origins.

  • Deep Ancestry Report — Analyze 130+ ethnicities, sub-regions, and 1,800+ communities in one detailed view.
  • Global & Native American Reports — Developed with Stanford researchers to uncover hidden ancestries across all 22 chromosomes.
  • Ancient DNA Series — Compare your DNA with 1,000+ ancient genomes from Viking, Celtic, and early American civilizations.
LEARN MORE