Monthly Archives: June 2008

Grandmother hands down a keepsake

Posted on June 15, 2008 by The Editor

When I was about ten years old, my grandmother, Hersa Mae [Dodson] Hoyle, decided to go through some of her old photos and keepsakes. As she showed me her collection of old sepia toned photographs, she came across a rather … Continue reading →

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The History of the Hoyle surname

Posted on June 10, 2008 by The Editor

The surname “Hoyle” originally had Welsh origins, but over time became a relatively common English surname.  Many American Hoyle families have their roots in the British Isles, and there are still many Hoyle families living in England and throughout the United Kingdom.  Hoyle families … Continue reading →

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Hoyle History website and blog is online!

Posted on June 8, 2008 by The Editor

I want to welcome all of my Hoyle cousins and namesakes, their families, and their friends to this new website.  I hope that you’ll come to enjoy your visits here and that when you do stop by you’ll feel free to contribute and … Continue reading →

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