Yuma County, Colorado Photographs

Yuma County Pioneer Photographs:

Homer Robert and Matilda O. (Carson) Hampton, Wray


In 1880 Warren County, Kentucky, Wm. R. Hampton 42 born in Kentucky and Sarah J. 34 born in Illinois. Robert M. H. (Homer) is 10, Valeria is 5, and Bertha S. 1.
The family is also listed in the 1880 census of Butler County, Kentucky.

William Robert Hampton 1838-1919 is buried in Warren County # 49382643.

Matilda O. Carson is in Ohio County, Kentucky in 1880, 9, with Thomas H. 52 and Delilah V. 47. Mary N. is 19, Eddie L. 13, George G. 11, matilda 9, Flora A. 8, Robert P. 5, and John T. 2.

HOMER AND MATTIE

Homer Hampton is in Bowling Green in 1900, 30, with Matilda 29, Ethel B. 4, Roscoe F. 3, and Robert P. 1.

1905 Wray "Homer Hampton and family have moved to the Pyle ranch south of town."

Homer and Matilda are farming in Yuma County in 1910, with Ethel B. 14, Roscoe F. 13, Robert P. 11, Henry P. 9, Cliffie M. 7, Bertha C. 5, Harry E. 4, and Elmer D. 2.

July 1910 "Homer Hampton and Mrs. E. A. Backus are enjoying a visit with their father, Wm. R. Hampton, of Bowlimg Green, Kentucky, and a sister, Miss Maud Hampton, of Atlanta, Georgia. Miss Hampton is employed In the advertising department of the Atlanta Georgian News and is a newspaper woman of experience."

August 1911 "George Hampton arrived from Bowling Green, Kentucky, where he has been for the past year. He was accompanied to Colorado by Miss Bertha Backus and Master Roy Porter, the former a sister and the latter a nephew of E. A. Backus of north of town."

December 1911 "Homer Hampton and E. A. Backus from nine miles northwest of town were in after supplies Saturday."

Homer proved up a quarter in section 4, 4N 44W in 1912, and another in section 4 in 1916.

1910 " Rev. Rob't Carson of Denver visited his sister, Mrs. Hampton, part of this week." Frank Hampton, b and died in 1910.
Wade Hampton, b and died in 1912.
George A M Hampton, b and died in 1915.

"The Death Angel called early yesterday morning to take Mrs. Homer Hampton to her rest, after that esteemed lady had suffered ill health for several years and has many times been near death's door. The end has been expected for some time, although for a few days preceding her death she appeared to be improving.
Matilda Olive Carson was born in Ohio county, Kentucky, October 30, 1870, and died at Wray, Colorado, March 3, 1915.
She was united in marriage to Homer Hampton, at Hartford, Kentucky, November 14, 1893. To this union were born twelve children, nine of which survive the mother and now live in or near Wray. She with her husband and family came to Wray eleven years ago and have since made their home here.
Mrs. Hampton united with the M. E. church in childhood and lived a devoted Christian life in that church until four years ago, when she united with the Latter Day Saints church, where she was a faithful member until death.
The deceased leaves to mourn her departure, the husband, nine children and six brothers, Revs. John T. and R. P. Carson of this state, Rev. E. L. Carson of Illinois, G. C. and J. L. Carson of Kentucky and C. S. Carson whose home is in Arkansas.
The funeral services will be held this afternoon at the Latter Day Saints church and will be conducted by the Rev. J. R. Sutton of Limon, Colorado.
The Rattler joins with the many friends of this family in sympathizing with the bereaved ones."

Homer Hampton 1870-1956 is buried in Bakersfield, California # 118578572.

Elmer proved up two quarters in section 3, 2N 44W in 1916.

Bonnie B. Brown proved up a quarter in section 5, 2N 44W in 1919.
"Claimant names as witnesses: James P. Wilson, Archibald J. Wilson, Noble C. Smithson and Elmer A. Backus, all of Wray, Colorado."

June 1919 " Sarah Hampton, youngest child of Homer Hampton, was born July 3, 1900 and died at her home in south Wray, June 15, 1919, age nine years, eleven months and twelve days. The little girl had been ill for three or four months and spent several weeks at the Backus home north of town in the hope a change would benefit her health. She failed to improve and shortly after returning to her home became ill of typhoid pneumonia which resulted in her death. Besides a host of friends she leaves to mourn her loss a father, five brothers, Roscoe, who is in France, Robert, Henry, Harry and Elmer, all of Wray and two sisters Mrs. Victor Willis and Mario Hampton both of Wray. Her mother preceded her to the great beyond when Sarah was less than a week old. The remains were laid at rest in Glendale cemetery Monday afternoon."

April 30, 1942 "Victor Willis, who is visiting here at the home of his mother, Mrs. Fred Shumate, received word last week that Mrs. Ida Hampton, wife of Elmer Hampton, formerly of Wray, had submitted to an operation at Las Vegas, Nevada, on April 23 and had died the following day. Funeral services were held Sunday. The couple were married last Thanksgiving Day and had just recently moved into a new home. The deceased formerly resided at Hollywood, California. "

ETHEL

March 27, 1913 "The wedding of Victor E. Willis, son of Mr. and Mrs. W. L. Willis, and Miss Ethel Hampton, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Homer Hampton was performed at the Latter Day Saints church last Sunday afternoon, Elder Orlin B. Thomas of that church officiating. This couple has a large circle of friends in this county who wish them a happy and prosperous married life. They will make their home on the groom's father’s farm southeast of Wray. The Gazette joins their friends in best wishes and congratulations."

April 1940 "Two circlets of gold sealed the vows to love and cherish taken by Miss Ruth Willis of Las Vegas, Nevada, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Victor E. Willis of San Bernardino, and Maurice L. Draper of Denver, Colorado, son of Mrs. Olive I. Draper of Lamonl, Iowa, Sunday evening at 7:30 in the chapel of the Reorganized Latter Day Saints church when the significant words were read in a double ring ceremony by Bishop D. B. Carmichael I of Santa Ana, an intimate friend of the principals and their families. A company of nearly 300 friends and relatives witnessed the marriage, which culminated a romance begun nearly four years ago when the bride and groom were leaders in the young people's department of the church in which their vows were sealed. A white and silver cross formed the nucleus about which potted palms and ferns and huge baskets of callas were artistically arranged, the chancel being transformed into a lovely floral background for the service. Wedding melodies played on a muted violin by the bride's cousin, Velva June Hampton of Las Vegas, and by Beatrice Teagarden at the piano, furnished a lovely prelude to the ceremony, with the bride's two uncles, Henry Hampton and Roscoe Hampton, both of Las Vegas, singing a duet arrangement of At Dawning, the former also singing Also for You, with Miss Teagarden accompanist. The Bridal Chorus from Lonengrin signaled the bride's approach, and the Mendelssohn's March signified the concluslon of the service. Mr. Draper and his bride receiving congratulations in the church foyer.
In shimmering white satin, the vivacious blonde bride was a lovely picture in her gown modeled in princess style, en traine with sweetheart neckline and long sleeves tapering to a point over the hands. A bandeau of orange blossoms held the fine tulle veil in cap effect with its length falling gracefully away. The veil provided the traditional "something old," having been worn eleven years ago at the marriage of the bride's aunt, Mrs. Roscoe Hampton, when she and her sister, Mrs. Henry Hampton married brothers. An exquisite lace handkerchief carried by Mrs. Hampton at her marriage was "borrowed" for the occasion. The brides only adornment in jewelry was clips of brilliants at the neck, and on her arm she carried a bouquet of gardenias and pink rosebuds. The matron of honor, the groom's sister, Mrs. Byron Clark of las Vegas, was gowned in aqua-blue chiffon modeled in princess style. A string of crystals and hand-carved ivory completed her costume.
Attending Mr. Draper as best man was George Gregory uejiiei, and ushers were Elmer Hampton of Las Vegas, uncle of the bride, and Ralph Smith, The groom wore gardenia boutonniere, and his attendants white carnations. The bride was given away by her father, Victor E Willis. The mother of the bride wore a gown of rose crepe, and Mrs. Draper, mother of the groom, wore blue crepe.
Following the ceremony, the bridal couple was greeted formally by their families in the church parlors, departing soon after via Southern Pacific for Denver, where they will make their home. As her going away costume, the bride wore a frock of dusty pink with navy topcoat, a perky chapeau of dusty pink with navy veil, and accessories of navy, with corsage of gardenias.
Born in Wray, Colorado, Mrs. Draper resided in Las Vegas lor several years, removing to San Bernardino in 1936, and living there until this year, when she returned to Las Vegas to visit with relatives before her marriage. Graduating from San Bernardino High school, where she was active in the orchestra and the Aeolian club, she enrolled at Graceland college in Lamonl, Iowa, and later attended San Bernardino Junior college. During her residence here, she was active in the Reorganized Latter Day Saints church. The groom is a native of Arma, Kansas, coming to this city ten years ago. Also a graduate of San Bernardino High school and of the Junior college, he was a member of the high school orchestra and won considerable acclaim for his ability In public speaking, winning third place In the Southern aiuornla Institute of Allied Arts extemporary speaking contest in 1935. At the early age of eighteen, he was sent out as missionary for the Reorganized Latter Day Saints church, and is now serving in that capacity in Denver, where he is a young people's leader in both civio and church activities."

ROBERT

Robert P. Hampton, 21, and Sada May Willis, 17, married on December 24, 1919 in Yuma County.

Sadie was in Yuma County in 1910, 7, with Coral and Winnie Willis, both 30 born in Illniois, marrie d7 years. Sadie 7, Orville M. 5, Mina B. 3 and Glenn O. one month all born in Colorado.

In 1920 Yuma County, Robert, a carpenter and Sada are living west of Wray.

1922 "Robert Hampton has ordered his copy of the Rattler sent to him at Independence, Mo., in the future, which means that Mr. and Mrs. Hampton have located in that city at least temporarily. Mrs. Hampton's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Coral Willis, also reside at Independence."

In 1930 Jackson County, Missouri, Robert is a house carpenter, 31, Sada 27, William R. 9, Louis . 8, both born in Colorado, Roy E. 4, Leta M. 3, Bonnie L. 1, and Velva 6, all four born in Missouri.

Robert was in Las Vegas, Nevada on August 25, 1935, when his brother-in-law Coral E. WIllis, born at Wray APril 23, 1918, a laborer, died after hitting is head diving into a swimmping pool in Las Vegas.

In 1940 Las Vegas, Robert is 42, Sadie M. 37, William R. 19, Lois M. 18, Velva J. 16, Eugene L. 15, Leta M. 13, Bonnie L. 12, and Paul H. 8.

December 1969 Independence, Missouri "Mr. and Mrs. Robert P. Hampton are celebrating their fiftieth wedding anniversary with their children, grandchildren, and friends in Independence and Hamilton, Mo., Sunday in the new RLDS Church in Hamilton. An open... Mr. Hampton and his wife, the former Miss Sada M. Willis, were married in the RLDS Church in Wray, Colo., Dec. 24, 1919, by Charles R. Sutton, missionary of the area at that time. In the spring of 1922, they moved to Independence where Mr. Hampton was employed for several years by the Weatherproof Products Co. The Hampton family moved to Las Vegas, Nevada in 1931, where Mr. Hampton worked on Hoover Dam two years. Then he went into the building business with his broth.. moved to Hamilton in the fall of 1942, and Mr. Hampton continued in the building business in Hamilton. The Hamptons returned to Las Vegas in 1952 where Mr. Hamilton resumed his business. He is now retired. The Hamptons have eight children, 29 grandchildren, and one great-grandson. The children are Robert Hampton, Henderson, Nev.; Mrs. Charles T. (Lois) Harris, 423 Bellevista Drive: Mrs. Norman (Velva) Hinderks, Stewartsville, Mo.; Roy Eugene Hampton, Columbia; Mrs. Charles E. (Leta) Vreeland, Hagerman, Idaho; Mrs. Lee (Bonnie) Barron, Hamilton; and Mrs. Lester Edward (Valliera) McGuire, Redlands. Calif.
All of the family are expected to be present for the celebration except for two grandsons who are in military service. The Hamptons will be staying at the Harris home until after the first of the year."


Robert Perry Hampton 1898-1980 is buried in Hamilton, Caldwell County, Missouri # 29873471, with

Sada, born September 30, 1902, died August 10, 1997, is buried with Robert # 35047733.l

Coral E. Willis 1880-1928 is buried in Independence, Missouri # 72712167, with Minnie Susan (Mason) Willis 1879-1925 # 72712281.

William Robert Hampton 1920-1994 is buried in Henderson, Nevada # 45347181, with Junelle S. (Sherwood) Hampton 1927-2005.

Roy Eugene Hampton, born May 12, 1925 in Independence, died February 14, 2004.
He had married Hilda Marie Mengel in Cameron, Missouri on September 3, 1950.
Hilda M. Hampton died Aug. 2, 1999, at Tipton Manor in Tipton. She was 67. Mrs. Hampton was born Oct. 20, 1931, in Lee's Summit to Charles Mengel and Ella Haas. She married Roy Hampton in 1949 in Las Vegas and stayed at home most of her life to take care of her family. There will be no services, and her body was cremated. Mrs. Hampton is survived by two sons, Syd Hampton of Columbia and Stan Hampton of Holts Summit; two brothers, Ben Mengel of Kansas City and Dan Mengel of St. Joseph; and two sisters, Esther Holmes and Neva Baker, both of Kansas City. Read more: http://www.genealogybuff.com/uco/webbbs_config.pl/noframes/read/1580#ixzz5d8vNakcI

Velva is buried in Stewartsville, Missouri # 176855666.
"Velva June Hinderks, age 93, was born September 11, 1923 in Hamilton, MO to Robert and Sada (Willis) Hampton. She passed away February 9, 2017 at her home in Stewartsville, MO surrounded by her loving family.
Velva worked as a secretary for twenty years for the Social Science department at Missouri Western State University retiring in 1990. She was a member of Community of Christ, Stewartsville, MO. On September 1, 1946 she was united in marriage to Norman C. Hinderks in Stewartsville, MO.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Norman on March 16, 2003; parents; three brothers, Robert, Paul, and Gene Hampton; sister, Leta Vreeland and infant sister, Betty Hampton.
Survivors include: her children, Ron (Bonnie) Hinderks, Stewartsville, MO, Sandra (Bob) Beckett, Stella, Nebraska, Nancy (David) Martin, St. Joseph, MO; sisters, Lois (Chuck) Harris, Independence, MO, Bonnie Barron, Hamilton, MO, and Valliera (Marvin) Myers, Las Vegas, NV; grandchildren, Brandon (Katie) Beckett, Brooke Beckett (Jeff Campbell), Amy Teschner, Lori (Sam) White, Tracy (Ryan) Martin, Kevin (Kendra) Martin; fourteen great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.
Cremation under direction of Turner Family Funeral Home of Stewartsville. Visitation for Farewell Greeting will be 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. Saturday, March 4, 2017 at Community of Christ of Stewartsville. "

ROSCOE

July 19, 1928 "Friends in Wray received announcements this week stating that Mr. and Mrs. Claude Charles Craven announced the marriage of their sisters Blanche Milholland to Henry Posey Hampton and Lucille Milholland marriage to Roscoe Ford Hampton the marriage to be solemnized at the Central L. D. S. church at Kansas City, on August 6. The Messrs. Roscoe and Henry Hampton are former Wray boys and have many friends in this locality who will extend them congratulations."

In 1930 Las Vegas, Henry P. 29, and Blanche 28, live with brother Roscoe F. 33 and Lucille 26.

In 1940 Las Vegas, Roscoe is a builder, 43, born in Kentucky, with Lucille 36 in Texs. Marcia 6 and Philip 3 were born in Nevada.

Roscoe Ford Hampton 1897-1984 is buried in Independence # 80674848, with Lucille 1903-1991 # 80674864.

HENRY

July 19, 1928 "Friends in Wray received announcements this week stating that Mr. and Mrs. Claude Charles Craven announced the marriage of their sisters Blanche Milholland to Henry Posey Hampton and Lucille Milholland marriage to Roscoe Ford Hampton the marriage to be solemnized at the Central L. D. S. church at Kansas City, on August 6. The Messrs. Roscoe and Henry Hampton are former Wray boys and have many friends in this locality who will extend them congratulations."

In 1930 Las Vegas, Henry P. 29, and Blanche 28, live with brother Roscoe F. 33 and Lucille 26.

In 1940 Las Vegas, Henry is 39, Blanche 38, with Mark R. 9.
(Rollin Mark Hampton married Maria Luisa Vila on August 21, 1962 in Jackson County, Missouri.)

1941 "The editor enjoyed a visit with Elmer and Henry Hampton on Wednesday morning of this week. They were returning to Las Vegas, Nevada, from Kansas City, Mo., where they had spent two weeks. Many in Wray will remember the Hampton family although they left here in 1923. All the boys excepting Harry are now living in Las Vegas, where they are contracting building work, w hich they report is plentiful there. This was the first visit back to Wray in ten years."

Henry Posey Hampton 1901-1996 is buried in Independence, Missouri # 80674912.

So is Blanche M. (Milholland) Hampton 1901-2000 # 80674928.

BERTHA

"Betty Carson (Hampton) Cavin, 100, of Independence, MO passed away on Saturday, November 20th at Rosewood Health Center. Memorial services will be 3:00 pm Wednesday, November 24th at Walnut Gardens Congregation of the Community of Christ Church. Visitation will be 6-8:00 pm Tuesday, November 23rd at Speaks Suburban Chapel. Cremation to follow. Interment in Mound Grove Mausoleum at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to Outreach International.
Betty was born to Homer Hampton and Matilda (Carson) Hampton in Frankfort, KY on September 17, 1904. Soon afterwards, her family traveled by wagon and train to Colorado where Betty was raised on a homestead in the sand hills near Wray. Mrs. Cavin was related to the famous frontiersman, Kit Carson. She moved to Hollywood, CA in 1925 where she met and married George Cavin in 1926.
While in Hollywood, she worked as a waitress at the Coconut Grove in the Ambassador Hotel where she waited on stars such as Rudy Vallee, Richard Arlen, Claudette Colbert, Groucho Marx and others. She and George moved to San Gabriel, CA in 1940 where she remained until moving to Independence, MO in 1976. Her husband George died in 1970. Mrs. Cavin had been a resident of The Groves since 1993.
She is survived by two sons, James of Portland, OR and Lawrence of Kansas City, MO; three grandchildren, three great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Betty was preceded in death by her granddaughter, Kelley Cavin in 1990, and by all of her eleven brothers and sisters. The family wishes to extend a special thanks to the staff of The Groves for their loving care over the last 12 years and to the Good Shepherd Hospice for its care and support."

ELMER

1941 "The editor enjoyed a visit with Elmer and Henry Hampton on Wednesday morning of this week. They were returning to Las Vegas, Nevada, from Kansas City, Mo., where they had spent two weeks. Many in Wray will remember the Hampton family although they left here in 1923. All the boys excepting Harry are now living in Las Vegas, where they are contracting building work, w hich they report is plentiful there. This was the first visit back to Wray in ten years."



Robert P Carson, b 1874, married Salida Birk and moved to Wray, CO. He died in 1932. They had five children- a. Robert Carson b. Ruth Carson c. Ester Carson d. Mary Carson e. child Carson, died in infancy.

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