McCoy Cemetery exploration - Crum West Virginia -

[@T-Man252]

Leo you are a true treasure ! Old school, respectful....you have the values I was taught growing up in Kentucky. I'm reminded of what God said when it comes to these old cemeteries....."from dust ye came and to dust ye shall return "....

[@dancinrain8307]

The graves you discovered have been brought back to us. We may not know their names, but they know they are not alone and forgotten. Especially the Confederate that you found and they will want you to visit again and again and again. This was a terrific episode.

[@debpalm8667]

Wish the old cemeteries could be marked so they will never be lost again. Thanks,Leo.

[@thehillbillyfiles]

They are now. We leave a pretty wide bread crumb trail when we do these. :-)

[@bethgiesey9405]

So respectful of you to avoid walking on the Graves. I was taught to do the same thing. Although some didn't have markers they were still remembered. Thank you

[@twilaash451]

Leo you go to the most interesting places. I love the history that we learn because of what you do. Thank you for showing us the cemetery . I love your videos and Heather's. 🙏❤️🙏

[@JennyBerry-b7k]

And once again your all my heros. My great grandmother had an original set of pearl handled guns that was claimed to be from Jesse James. I could never prove the connection. Watching this video, it dawned on me Frank James did live in this area. He had fought the same battles as my GG grandfather. They might have even been neighbors. Thank you. When I first saw your channel, I knew nothing about my families past. All I knew, my parents had moved halfway across America to break a cycle. Now I have a folder full of information. I've honestly seen 14 graves related or connected to me.

[@TheQueenie1973]

Leo, thank you for this video. My father was born in Crum and my grandfather, Johnson M. Queen, was a school teacher and principal at the Crum school in when it was just the a one room schoolhouse. He also taught in Stepp (sp). He and my grandmother, Pearl Evans Queen are buried in the cemetery next to the school in Crum.

[@stevecurtiss46]

Leo, thanks for finding Thomas Copley and clearing his stone. The other commenter is right, when you read a bygone name they are remembered.

[@judypierce7028]

What beautiful scenery Heather and I love the music! Borth you and Leo are true American treasures. Regardless of where this cemetery is located, I would consider it historic. I suppose you are getting use to climbing steps and mountains to reach cemeteries if you are not out of breath. You know God said it and we hear it sometimes at cemeteries during a burial - From dust to dust and ashes to ashes. Thank you.

[@Sherrill965]

I LOVE this stuff, old cemeteries are FASCINATING (we call it rock hoppin) Iowa here, waves hello LOL

[@sandrasmith7091]

It does matter. Somehow. It gives a name of an actual person who was here before us. Those that walked this land. Pioneers, settlers before ours.😊❤

[@pattivanderhart2221]

There is nothing I love more than getting out in the woods especially before the overgrowth and critters come out. That undocumented cemetery is so cool. Sad it isnt maintained but still cool as it is. Can't get any more peaceful than that.

[@michelleturner8486]

This is absolutely incredible. My found my gggg grandfather's grave. It's unmarked but he is one of 7. The rest of the graves had their names. It was a job to find. My daughter is a civil war historian, so she had access to alot of info. He wrote letters to his wife, telling his locations everyday. And he's buried 3 miles from her in Virginia. So thank yall for what you do. It helps us find our family and history ❤️

[@joanneweislocher8540]

Wow‼️Again, you and Heather create lost history and make it come alive🌟I love KZbin, it’s better than TV! Bless you two for all you’ve accomplished for mankind🙏🙏✝️

[@luracc1967]

Thanks for taking us along. My husband I liked exploring old cemeteries but because of health issues we can't get out and explore anymore.

[@tlynaust]

William F Fitzpatrick is my 3x g-grandfather and Rosco my 2x great uncle. William had another wife, Julina Preston my 3x g-grandmother and they had 4 children too. I see a lot of ppl’s graves you go to I’m pretty certain I’m related to!😊

[@CassandraFay]

What a great channel! I’ve been making videos about my Ozark Hillbilly history and culture and just found these. I used to clean our family cemeteries in the Ozarks and it’s wonderful to see the same respectful traditions such as never walking on the graves observed.

[@OldGearTech]

The Thomas Copley marker was an excellent historical find. When you wiped it off, that was probably the first time it had been seen by a human in decades. When you go to these old cemeteries, especially ones with field stones and worn markers, take a small flashlight with you. Sometimes it can help read worn inscriptions. The overgrowth of the last two reminded me of the two cemeteries on the mountain across the tracks from Mountain View Memory Gardens at Maher, WV. My grandfather and I used to keep one of them semi-clean in the 1980s. Both are named Hensley Cemetery. Last summer I went over there to try to see the condition and it was so overgrown I could barely make out the trail up the hill. One of these days when I go back there during winter, I'll check it out again.

[@pamelatrentham1623]

Wow great find! Now you can report the Civial War cementary to the county.

[@angiesory9871]

I don't know the word but finding an early 1800 headstone is pretty amazing. I know if it was my relative I'd feel like I won the lottery. So that is an amazingly awesome find and really cool! I really enjoy watching you guys documenting all the graves,whether famous or ordinary people. Thanks so much for all you do

[@carrollrickard9684]

Another adventure into history, thanks for taking me along.

[@thehillbillyfiles]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@kimberleyannedemong5621]

The other old cemetery is also a great find. Hopefully now you found this cemetery & documented it the souls who rest here will never dug up built upon or otherwise be disturbed. I can't imagine having to bring those caskets up those hills or mountains. I would think they would have used mules or drafts horses. Thanks for another excellent video & a look into history. ❤

[@bigiron8831]

I can vision ol devil anse out there turkey hunting.... Stay safe my friend and thank you for sharing 🙏

[@Glenda-LiveandLove]

Oh the excitement of you finding these graves. Especially Copley’s. Had to pause and share my excitement. Eeeeeek

[@allennezi1674]

It’s astonishing that Wilda Harmon at the beginning of the video lived to be 95 years old. She had a long and hopefully happy life. I enjoy your videos Leo so keep them coming.

[@debdewitt4779]

Leo that is a beautiful grave yardthe head stone with the coal mine is beautiful and the back of it with the farm scene was just gorgeous lot of work went into that one and it probably cost alot to make that headstone you and heather are both amazing you got to climb those hills and go through those thorns great video thank you both could listen to Leo talk all day also love his laugh 😊

[@thehillbillyfiles]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@vernaphillips1666]

Thank you for sharing your videos, I grew up in a holler with no electricity or all the necessities of life, your videos help me go back to the time when life was so much more pleasant. Would love to go back to living off the grid but life happens. Watching your videos brings my blood pressure down,lol, so keep up the good work! Loving it.❤

[@jamielieberg7053]

I got it for y'all Inscription Thomas Copley Born June 9, 1802 Died Apr. 1, 1876 McCoy Cemetery Crum, Wayne County, West Virginia The grave is located along the fence approximately 260 ft. to the left of the McCoy Cemetery

[@BenjieTyl]

Leo, You should put a plastic scraper and a stiff bristled brush in your back pocket. Just make sure you take them out before you get back in the Stang.

[@kimberleyannedemong5621]

Barbed wire has it's purpose but I hate the stuff. As a young kid I've lost count of the times I got my hair caught trying to get through the stuff - ouch amazing find on the first old cemetery it probably won't be long before the earth reclaimes all the graves. Great find Leo

[@denisehibbs9576]

Wow , i never thought of spreading your ashes on your parents graves. That's neat. Plus i didn't realize t he ashes would be visible after a year. That's interesting. So much history in one cemetery. Thanks for sharing Leo and Heather!!

[@stephruiz573]

Thank you McCoy family for sharing the stories! Fascinating and they have maintained the gravesites very well!

[@stephruiz573]

Thank you McCoy family for sharing the stories! Fascinating and they have maintained the gravesites very well! fabulous finds Leo!! The 2nd old graveyard!! Wow! Love that you were able to document these too!

[@lyndaclough3462]

The Fitzpatrick's were in Alabama too as plantation owners.

[@donnaelkins186]

So happy you found the Copely head stone so awesome!

[@mercedithcompala8148]

Thank you for sharing and trying to find these kind soul's...they are not forgotten 🤗

[@connie2558]

I have the old TV paranormal series Haven playing in the background and as you show Lucy's headstone, she is begging for the name of her possible mother, "Lucy" he shouts.

[@thehillbillyfiles]

lol

[@roxannelandolt7852]

Bless you Heather and Leo. Thank you

[@theresalund5132]

Thank you for sharing your video. It was very entertaining and a lot of history behind it. I just loved it. Thank you. God bless you both. Can’t wait for your next video.

[@DJoeClark]

It's sad that those Confederate soldiers are in unmarked graves. I wish there was a way to identify them. The Veterans Administration would provide a monument for them if they could be identified.

[@michellesalmons6412]

That’s all my family clearance and Shirley are my granny and papow Dennis is my uncle that’s all my family I’m a McCoy

[@dontaylor3039]

Ty Leo for the hard work.who knows if it wasn't for you.if those graves would ever be shown and the people remembered.❤

[@annirose]

Thank You Leo and Heather!!!!

[@georginastoliker3358]

Thanks again for this historic outing☕️👍🏼

[@shelleymflorida]

Hey guys, awesome video! On one of the first headstones, there were two little metal things in the upper corners of the headstones. I think those may have pictures them. Should have a flap that lifts up! (from what I can see, that’s what I think it is, anyway!)❤️❤️ Have a blessed week!

[@haroldharper285]

Ty for the stuff u and ur wife does on video and behind the scenes on making and editing the videos

[@whiteboi1856]

Another great video

[@RobertChristian-e2e]

Next time you go to those graveyards like that and you can't see it take you a stiff paint brush with coarse Brussels don't do it very hard and take your water bottle and spray on the stone and the door will reveal some letters

[@maltesegirl58]

Love this and his accent.

[@jamielieberg7053]

Great video lots of history we have a story up here in maribel caves wisconsin where it is said that Jessy James hide out in one of the caves I dont think that is true but I heard about that.

[@KimClkCreationsDesigns]

Thank You for these ❤ I truly enjoy them 🙌🏼❤️

[@kerrydennison7947]

Leo I firmly believe the videos that you and your wife and cousin have made along with Danny are going to be a repository of knowledge that the next generation after we are put in the ground will be turned into for information on past relatives and past events. I have an idea that maybe Heather said she is very good with the computer get herself a CAD program and do a layout drawing of some of these remote forgotten cemeteries listing all of the graves and maybe a location. I am quite sure she could apply for a grant from the West Virginia historical society and be able to get the technical and the financial assistance to put together something like this.

[@chrishensley6745]

Another goodin Leo!......surely not another Mountain or a Hill to climb?? LOL!

[@janicegroves4047]

Love, Love...watching your videos!

[@thehillbillyfiles]

Glad you like them!

[@marvinjohnson424]

That may be the first time his name was spoken in almost 200 years 🇺🇸

[@bonepicker1]

What stands out most to me is how relatively young most of the people were when they passed away. Early 40s --early 60s. Life was likely very hard on them, and their health.

[@donnaelkins186]

Thanks so much Leo!

[@pakedermsfavs9080]

Great finds ❤

[@KRM02]

Love it Brother

[@danielmccoy8875]

Maybe some of my ancestors buried there,most of them were from down around Beckley

[@snarky4lyfe144]

The baby grave , the one with the two names is two different babies . the dates are not incorrect , may died as an infant probably on the same day she was born , more than likely a still birth for both girls. May was born and died august 21st 1938 while rose was born and died on April 10th of 1937. Because the headstone says Daughters, meaning more than one. probably shared a grave due to how close together they passed away or due to the cost of another headstone.

[@rreed0758able]

You should carry a stiff bristle brush with you to clear the moss off the stone

[@laurawampole5890]

Thank you

[@sageg4577]

Appreciate.

[@jamesholbrook5820]

You posted this video on Clarence McCoy s birthday

[@jeannettetyler9038]

Just love your laugh

[@lisatempleton987]

Maybe I am confused. But, has part of a video of this cemetery been posted before. Reason being. I remember seeing the tombstone of the lady with the curls I. Her hair and Leo making that sweet comment about her. I know it’s the same lady.

[@thehillbillyfiles]

Yes, the story was, but not the graveyards. Nice catch, by the way. :-)

[@melaniegudgel1]

Leo you started to tell us something about the badge on one of the headstones, you said uh-oh and then you moved on. Whatever could it be that made you move along? I didn’t recognise the badge at all.

[@johnlawsonsr1589]

Hey Leo, when my great aunt passed away in Perry, N.Y. The daughter she lost to still born was dug up and placed in the casket with my great aunt. Do they do that stuff in this area today?

[@thehillbillyfiles]

No. It's all regulated.

[@sandrasmith7091]

Pretty sweet day

[@tangowhiskey-jc5zt]

Leo have you ever heard of an Okey and redhorse Mccoy???

[@toddreed1892]

I'm a William Reed.. wonder if any relation to William Henry Reed

[@jerrycunningham3411]

Hey Leo, do you think that the McCoys who were killed in the Buffalo Creek disaster were related to these McCoys?

[@thehillbillyfiles]

Very possible. We plan to do that story one of these days.

[@truracer20]

Feels like deja Vu?

[@sadielevens1144]

❤❤❤❤❤

[@phyllistanner438]

❤

[@maltesegirl58]

Your funny lol

[@michellekellogg9943]

mafe me cry

[@cindysmith1162]

Poor Leo.. rhat barbed wire was after you.

[@sherrilee230]

You do get exercise you need a milage thing to see how much you do. Those civil war graves to bad there is no content for them being buried separately they must all be union soldiers or the war of 1812

[@juliebell3083]

People years ago had more respect.