Mid-West Tennessee Genealogical Society

10/13/2026

The Mid-West Tennessee Genealogical Society will meet on Tuesday, October 13, from 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm in the Program Center located in the Jackson-Madison County Library, 433 East Lafayette Street, Jackson.

Dr. Kenneth Newman, along with George "B", will be discussing their latest work "Know Hope Chronicles" The Life and Times of Bro. Jacob T Rastus. This is sure to be a wonderful presentation and discussion as we support one of our own.

All those interested in genealogy are encouraged to attend. Annual membership dues for the Mid-West Tennessee Genealogical Society are $25, which includes quarterly issues of “Family Findings” featuring West Tennessee genealogical stories and valuable research tips. Questions should be emailed to [email protected].

10/10/2026

Membership in Mid-West Tennessee Genealogical Society for 2027 is only $20 if paid on or before December 31, 2026.

09/28/2026

Sharon Pickens Spencer & Gwen McCaffery McReynolds presented the program on August 11, 2026, “Tigrett Toy Industries.”

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09/15/2026

Joyce Medlock Henderson was an important member of Mid-West Tennessee Genealogical Society. She shared her musical talents on the piano during our holiday celebrations. Our thoughts and prayers are with her family and friends, and we miss her sweet smile at our meetings.

View Joyce Ann Medlock Henderson's obituary, send flowers, find service dates, and sign the guestbook.

09/08/2026

We received sad news this morning that Joyce Medlock Henderson passed yesterday. She was a special member of MWTGS with her uplifting smile and musical talent on the piano. Our prayers are with her family. We will post her obituary when available.

The program tonight will be an open discussion about brick walls and will be led by President Ricky Long.

09/07/2026

The Mid-West Tennessee Genealogical Society will meet on Tuesday, September 8, from 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm in the Program Center located in the Jackson-Madison County Library, 433 East Lafayette Street, Jackson.

Join us as longtime member Joyce Medlock Henderson shares her family story. This will be an indepth dive into genealogy as Joyce has been a researcher for decades.

All those interested in genealogy are encouraged to attend. Annual membership dues for the Mid-West Tennessee Genealogical Society are $25, which includes quarterly issues of “Family Findings” featuring West Tennessee genealogical stories and valuable research tips. Questions should be emailed to [email protected].

08/07/2026

The Mid-West Tennessee Genealogical Society will meet on Tuesday, August 11, from 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm in the Program Center located in the Jackson-Madison County Library, 433 East Lafayette Street, Jackson.

Join us as Gwen McCaffery McReynolds and Sharon Pickens Spencer present: Tigrett Industries: Jackson's Toy-Making Legacy.

From about 1950 until 1964, John Burton Tigrett's, Tigrett Industries operated in Jackson, Tennessee, manufacturing patented toys, sports equipment, and children's furniture. Products made right here in Jackson found their way into homes in every state across the United States and in countries around the world.

Gwen and Sharon will take us on a nostalgic journey through this well known chapter of Jackson's industrial history, sharing the story of a hometown company whose innovative products brought joy to generations of children. Whether you remember these toys from your own childhood or simply enjoy learning about the people and businesses that helped shape our community, this program is sure to rekindle memories and introduce you to a fascinating piece of Jackson's past.

All those interested in genealogy and local history are encouraged to attend. Annual membership dues for the Mid-West Tennessee Genealogical Society are $25, which includes quarterly issues of Family Findings featuring West Tennessee genealogical stories and valuable research tips. Questions should be emailed to [email protected].

07/13/2026

The Mid-West Tennessee Genealogical Society will meet on Tuesday, July 14, from 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm in the Program Center located in the Jackson-Madison County Library, 433 East Lafayette Street, Jackson.

Join us as Gwen McCaffery McReynolds presents: Rev. John Deaver, KIA WW1 and Namesake for A.L. Post 90.

Discover the remarkable story of Rev. John Alexander Deaver, the First Cumberland Presbyterian pastor who answered the call to serve as an Army chaplain during World War I. Killed in action in France on October 13, 1918, while ministering to soldiers on the front lines, Deaver became one of the first Cumberland Presbyterian chaplains to make the ultimate sacrifice. This program explores his life, military service, legacy, and why Jackson's American Legion Post was named in his honor—a tribute that has preserved his memory for more than a century.

All those interested in genealogy are encouraged to attend. Annual membership dues for the Mid-West Tennessee Genealogical Society are $25, which includes quarterly issues of “Family Findings” featuring West Tennessee genealogical stories and valuable research tips. Questions should be emailed to [email protected].

07/02/2026

We hope everyone has a safe, happy, and fun 250th Independence Day weekend!

06/20/2026

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