Re: Elisha Burt Grave Marker Dedication
Yes, I have the coorect Elijah Burt and yes, it is Elijah and not Elisha. As I said, the family members I am dealing with pronouce it Elisha and I was misunderstanding it over the telephone. Yes, I know he is not buried at the Burt Cemetery in Columbia and yes, I know he is at Bay Creek Cemetery. I have been in contact with his great grand daughter who is 92, as well as other relatives. I am dealing with descendents of George Washington Burt who fathered Elijah Burt. I have seen his old oval glass framed portrait in the possession of one the descendants. I have also been to the old Burt homeplace. So, fret not, it is your ancestor Elijah Burt and it is indeed a privilege to honor him.