Our Legacy
Let’s remember something beautiful.
In Memorial of William P. Walker
William Parker Walker was born in 1831 to George and Margaret Ann who decided to take the last name of their benefactor, Walker, as a symbol of their appreciation for all they have shared with them and the protection they provided. Ohio was not a slave state, but enslavers were allowed to come and reclaim any runaways. Living among the Quakers continued to be a haven for all the Walkers.
The DeWitty Family Tree
Our Narrative
In Memory of Dorothy M. DeWitty |
1926 - December 7, 2012
This Overton family member was a trail-blazing educator, author, and civic leader who later helped bridge community divides as a member of Tulsa's first City Council. Discover more about this DeWitty Trailblazer below.
In Memory of Arthur DeWitty
“Arthur DeWitty is arguably the most important civil rights leader in Austin's history.” - Sean Saldana
In Memory of Mary Ann Cary Shadd
An Inductee into the National Women’s Hall of Fame, Mary Ann Shadd, is also a descendant of DeWitty. Mary Ann Cary Shadd family arrived in North Buxton, Ontario Canada with her family about 1858. She married into my family. They name a street after their family in North Buxton, Ontario Canada. Learn more below.