A few weeks ago I had a chance to see in person the book, Edgecombe County Heritage, North Carolina, 1735-2009. I was thrilled to see in print my contribution to the book that I submitted in 2008.
I contributed an article on my McNair ancestry, going back to my 3rd-great grandfather Rufus Tannahill McNair and his wife, Mariah Wimberly McNair.
I did not photocopy the pages; instead I took a digital picture, but I do want to go back later and get the physical copy.
I am very glad I contributed this information for 50, 75, 100 years from now, hopefully additional descendants will come across the information I share. I do see that the publishing company messed up my 4th great-grandfather’s name the first time it is mentioned (Allen Wimberly), but as I mention him again a couple of lines down, hopefully a smart reader will figure it out. I also included a picture of my great-grandfather, Abraham Lincoln McNair, with my submission and several references.
I am ecstatic! 🙂 And though I didn’t submit this one, there is also a brief bio of Mariah’s brother, Dred Wimberly in the book too.
At least I know that some of my research will continue on in print format.
Our McNair Family History is on the Books

Hi Taneya,
Congrats on your contribution to the book “Edgecombe County Heritage, North Carolina, 1735-2009.”
The Ancestors are smiling upon you!
Peace & Blessings,
“Guided by the Ancestors”
Thanks George! I neglected to mention in the post that you’re the source of the great quality I had for the photo of my great-grandfather Abraham! 🙂
Hi Taneya,
Congratulations on the book, and knowing that your work wil be around for sometime. You have worked hard, and continue to do so. This is a great accomplishment.
Be Blessed!
Congratulations on the book. I hear some rejoicing going on amongst the ancestors. Keep up the good work!
Thanks Mavis for the encouragement!