GEORGE GUTHERY 1779 – P1820 & SARAH HOWARD
of Greene County, Pennsylvania and Ross & Pike Counties, Ohio, USA

GEORGE GUTHERY
Parents: John Guthery 1744PA-1823OH & Lydia Baldwin
Birth: 26 March 1779
Birth Location: Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania, USA
Marriage: Sarah Howard on 20 July 1799 in Ross County, Ohio, USA
Death: After 1820
Death Location: Possibly in Illinois, USA
Burial: Unknown, possibly in Illinois, USA
Notes:
George Guthery was the fifth of twelve children. The area his family lived was in Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania at the time of his birth, but became part of Washington County in 1781 and then Greene County in 1796. During the next year or two following George’s birth, the family moved by floatboat down the Monangahela and Ohio Rivers and then up the Scioto River to settle in what is now Pike County, Ohio. George grew to manhood there. According to his youngest sister Lydia Guthrie Peters, George married Sarah Howard. Their marriage record is dated 20 July 1799 in Ross County, Ohio. The couple had 4 children known to her: Samuel, Baldwin, John, and Priscilla. She revealed that George and his family had moved to Illinois and that he died there, but that she had heard nothing from his family since.

SARAH HOWARD
Parents: Unidentified (She was a cousin of Ellen Howard who married George’s brother John.)
Birth: Before 1775 (census-based estimate)
Birth Location: Unknown
Children: Samuel, Baldwin, John, and Priscilla
Death: Unknown, probably after 1820
Death Location: Unknown, probably Ohio or Illinois.
Burial: Unknown
Notes:
Three Howard women married into this Guthery family. Sarah married George. Her sister Nancy married Aaron. Their cousin Elinor ‘Ellen’ married John. The data for the Howards is probably available, but so far I have only found a few trees with limited data.

CHILDREN: 4

BALDWIN GUTHRIE
Abt. 1804OH – 18??
The only actual data found on this son is his name. The family history interview of Lydia Guthery Peters, the sister of George Guthery, identified Baldwin as one of his four children. The birth order for these children is unknown. Lydia named Baldwin after Samuel, but I have a tentative birth date (source unknown) of 1804. I found no other verifiable data to show that this child lived to adulthood.

JOHN GUTHRIE
Abt. 1806OH – 18???
Like his brother Baldwin Guthrie, there is virtually no evidence of John’s existence other than the mention by his aunt Lydia (Guthery) Peters in the interview. The DOB of 1806 may be arbitrary.

SAMUEL GUTHRIE
Abt. 1810OH – Aft.1880
Online trees have some elements of a different Samuel Guthrie‘s life and death mixed up with this man. The other man was born in Ireland on 11 Jun 1810, lived in various townships in Whiteside County, IL, and died there on 17 Mar 1887. He was buried in Springhill Cemetery in Whiteside. Census and probate records will clear up the identity of his family members.

This Samuel Guthrie was also born about 1810, but in Ohio. I have not found an exact DOB for him. He was already presumably married to Theodosia Crossman by 1833 when their son John was born. Other children were Baldwin (1837), George (1839), Emma (1845), and Priscilla (1848). Samuel was a farmer. They lived in Pearl, Pike County, Illinois for decades and can be found on the census records for that location. The last record found for either Samuel or his wife is the 1880 census of Spring Creek, Pike County, Illinois where he is listed as a retired farmer. Their seventeen year old grandson George Guthrie was living with them at the time.

As a consequence of the mix up between Samuel Guthrie and the other man by the same name, there is also a discrepancy in the DOD listed for Theodosia (Crossman) Guthrie, which identifies her DOD and burial location as that of Ann (McNeill) Guthrie, the wife of the other man. Theodora died sometime after the 1880 census when she was already 70 years of age.

Children:
1) John W Guthrie 1833IL – Aft. 1880, possibly TX. m1 Marasha Ann Henry, m2 Mary E Turnbow, +children
2) Baldwin Guthrie 1837IL – 1922IL m. Elizabeth Hack (1863) +children
3) George W. Guthrie 1839IL – 1925KS m. Margaret Jane Miller (1860) +children
4) Emma C Guthrie 1845IL – 1884MO m. Jared W Clark (1864) +children
5) Priscilla Guthrie 1848IL – 1850-60IL presumably died during childhood.

Y-DNA Project Participants: No
Autosomal DNA Project Participants: No

PRISCILLA GUTHRIE
1801-10OH – 1847OH
Birth order of the children is unknown. It is possible that Priscilla was the oldest or the youngest. She was the only daughter named by George’s sister Lydia (Guthery) Peters. The only reference point found is the 1830 census of the David Foster household in Pike County, Ohio. Priscilla Guthrie married David Ross Foster in Pike, OH on 15 Nov 1829. If this is the correct daughter for this family it is possible evidence that they remained in Ohio longer than we think. Priscilla and David were parents to Andrew (1830), Sally (1833), Isaac (1835), James (1837) and Nancy (1843). They are also credited as being parents to Joseph Foster (1826), which would either make him a prenuptial child, or the child of David by another partner or wife. The death record does not list his parents. Priscilla died in Pike County, OH in between 1843-1847 as the widower David remarried to Julia Ann Butcher on 15 Apr 1848 in Pike County, OH. They had two children, Margaret Jane (1852) and Jacob (1853). They moved to Louisa County, Iowa.

Children:
1) Joseph Foster 1826OH-1884IA m. Catharine Dyke (1847) +children
2) Andrew Jackson Foster 1830OH-1902IA m. Margaret Lawrence (1851) +children
3) Sally Foster 1833OH-aft.1903 – marital and family status unknown, living at the time of brother Isaac’s death
4) Isaac Foster 1835OH-1903IA m1. Millie J Wood (1856), m2. Maggie C Friederichsen (1885) +children
5) James Y Foster 1837OH-1902IA m. Martha Jane McCurdy (1863) +children
6) Nancy Foster 1843OH-1900IA m. Alexander Albaugh (1861) +children

Y-DNA Project Participants: N/A – Female Guthrie
Autosomal DNA Project Participants: No

Primary Sources for George Guthery (1779 – after 1820)

Primary sources are original documents or records created at the time of the events they describe, such as vital records, censuses, land deeds, military documents, or family Bibles. For George Guthery (variant spellings: Guthrie, Gutherie), son of John Guthery and Lydia Baldwin, these sources are limited due to the historical period (late 18th and early 19th centuries) and the frontier nature of Pennsylvania and Ohio, where record-keeping was inconsistent.

1. Marriage Record (1799): Official marriage record of George Guthery to Sarah Howard, dated July 20, 1799, in Ross County, Ohio. This is one of the earliest documented events in George’s adult life, occurring shortly after his family’s migration from Pennsylvania to Ohio around 1797–1798. The record confirms the union that produced at least four known children (Samuel, Baldwin, John, and Priscilla). Nuances: Ross County encompassed parts of what later became Pike County (formed 1815), so location references may vary. The original is held in the Ross County courthouse in Chillicothe, Ohio, with microfilm copies available (e.g., Marriage Records, Vol. A-B, 1798–1825). This record uses the “Guthery” spelling, aligning with family Bible entries, but later censuses and descendants often use “Guthrie.” No premarital details like parental consent are noted, typical for frontier marriages. (Microfilm of original records); also referenced in secondary compilations. (Genealogy blog summary drawing from courthouse records).
2. 1820 U.S. Federal Census: George Guthery enumerated as head of household in Seal Township, Pike County, Ohio. The census lists: 3 free white males under 10 (likely sons Samuel, Baldwin, and John), 1 free white male 10–15, 1 free white male 26–44 (George, age ~41), 1 free white female under 10 (likely daughter Priscilla), 1 free white female 10–15, and 1 free white female 26–44 (Sarah Howard, age ~25–44, based on estimates). Total household: 8 persons, with 3 engaged in agriculture. Context: This places George in Pike County post-marriage, near his parents’ settlement in Piketon (John Guthery laid out the town). Nuances: No names beyond the head of household are given in 1820 censuses, requiring cross-referencing with family histories for identifications. George’s absence from the 1830 census (while his siblings and children appear) supports family accounts of his move to Illinois after 1820, possibly due to economic opportunities or land availability. Edge cases: Variant spellings could lead to missed matches; for example, a “George Guthrie” in nearby counties might be a different individual. Original images available via Ancestry or FamilySearch. (Blog reference to 1820 Pike County census); implied in Pike County historical contexts. (Related family census discussions).
3. Family Bible Records (1779 Birth Entry): George’s birth recorded as March 26, 1779, in Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania (later redistricted to Washington County in 1781 and Greene County in 1796). This entry appears in the Guthery family Bible, passed down through descendants. Context: The Bible also documents siblings’ births, confirming George’s place as the fifth of twelve children of John Guthery and Lydia Baldwin. It notes the family’s Scotch-Irish heritage and migration to Ohio. Nuances: Family Bibles are primary but subject to later annotations or copying errors; this one aligns with John’s 1820 pension application, which lists family members. No original digital scan is widely available, but excerpts are cited in genealogical works. Implications: The birth location reflects border disputes between Pennsylvania and Virginia, potentially affecting record jurisdiction. Related: Sibling entries provide cross-verification (e.g., brother John’s birth October 25, 1776). (Excerpted in “The History of Lieutenant-Colonel John Guthery” PDF).
4. Father’s Pension Application (1820): John Guthery’s Revolutionary War pension application, filed October 13, 1820, in Pike County, Ohio (Pension Claim S. 45241). While focused on John (born 1744, served in 8th Pennsylvania Regiment), it indirectly references his children, including George, through family details and asset listings. John claimed age ~90 (likely exaggerated for eligibility), listed his wife Lydia, and noted dependent children. Context: This ties George to his parents’ military service and Ohio settlement. Nuances: Pensions often omitted adult children unless dependent, so George (age ~41) is not explicitly named, but family structure matches Bible records. Original at National Archives (RG 15); digitized on Fold3 or Ancestry. Edge cases: John’s age discrepancy (Bible says 1744, pension implies ~1730) highlights common inflation in claims. (Detailed in PDF history); also in “Revolutionary Soldiers Buried in Ohio.” (Roster of soldiers).
5. Potential Land or Tax Records (Early 1800s): No direct deeds for George, but he likely inherited or acquired land near Piketon, as implied by 1820 census agriculture notation. Related: Parents’ patent for “Lydia’s Bottom” (321 acres, 1792, Greene County, Pennsylvania) and Ohio sales (1797–1798) provide context for family migration. Nuances: Frontier land records are sparse; searches in Pike/Ross County deed books may yield more. Implications: If George moved to Illinois, records there (e.g., 1830 Pike County, Illinois, for son Samuel) could confirm, but none directly tie back.

Secondary Sources for George Guthery

Secondary sources interpret or compile primary data, such as family histories, genealogical trees, books, and blogs. These are valuable for context but prone to errors from unsubstantiated user contributions or assumptions (e.g., conflating George with other Guthries). They often draw from the family Bible and pension, providing narratives on migration, occupations (likely farming), and family lore (e.g., no further contact after Illinois move). Multiple angles: These sources highlight Scotch-Irish roots, Revolutionary War ties via father, and westward expansion. Nuances: Variant death dates (1879 in WikiTree likely a typo; 1823 in Ancestry possibly father’s) underscore the need for primary verification. Blogs and trees evolve with user edits, so dates accessed matter.

1. Guthrie Genealogy Blog (2020s): Detailed biography at https://guthriegenealogy.blog/2a-d-george-guthery/. Summarizes birth (1779 PA), marriage (1799 OH), children, and death (after 1820, possibly Illinois). Draws from sister Lydia Guthrie Peters’ interview. Context: Part of a larger Guthrie family project, exploring branches. Nuances: Relies on family accounts; notes name variants and potential confusions (e.g., with Irish-born Samuel Guthrie). (Main entry); related pages. (Marriage focus).
2. WikiTree Profile (2018–Present): https://www.wikitree.com/wiki/Guthery-36. Brief bio: Born March 26, 1779; died ~1879 (questionable). Lists parents (John and Lydia), but no spouse/children. Sources: “The History of Lieutenant-Colonel John Guthery” (1956). Context: Collaborative tree; useful for connections. Nuances: Sparse details; death date anomaly suggests editing errors. (WikiTree page); (Browsed bio).
3. Ancestry.com Family Tree (User-Contributed): https://www.ancestry.com/genealogy/records/george-guthery-24-224sgjm. Birth: March 26, 1779, Greene County, PA; death: June 1, 1823, Pike County, OH (possibly erroneous). Spouse: Sarah Howard (1775–1810); 11 children listed (some duplicates, e.g., Baldwin twice). Context: Aggregates user trees with historical records. Nuances: Inflated child count (primary sources suggest 4); death date may confuse with father. Sources: Member trees, no attached primaries. (Ancestry record); (Browsed details).
4. “The History of Lieutenant-Colonel John Guthery of Greene County, Pennsylvania and of Allied Families” (1956): By Carroll H. May (or M. Gray variant). PDF at https://archive.org/download/historyoflieuten00maym/historyoflieuten00maym.pdf. George’s section: Born March 26, 1779; married Sarah Howard; four children; died in Illinois. Context: Focuses on father John but includes descendants. Sources: Bible, pension, Pennsylvania Archives. Nuances: Scholarly but dated; explores allied families (e.g., Howard intermarriages). (PDF URL); (Extracted content).
5. “The Official Roster of the Soldiers of the American Revolution Buried in the State of Ohio” (1929): Compiled by Daughters of the American Revolution. Lists father John Guthery (p. 167): Born 1744 PA; married Lydia Baldwin 1771; died 1823 OH. Indirectly supports George’s lineage. Context: State publication for Revolutionary burials. Nuances: No direct George entry; useful for parental verification. (PDF roster); (Related soldier list).
6. FamilySearch Ancestors Profile (Ongoing): https://ancestors.familysearch.org/en/K2Y3-WDC/george-guthery-1779. Birth 1779; marriage 1799; at least 4 sons and 1 daughter; death in Illinois. Context: Community-edited, with attached records (e.g., marriage). Nuances: Content varies; some browses show “insufficient” due to paywalls or updates. (FamilySearch entry); (Marriage confirmation).