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Surnames: Cato
Classification: Query
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Message Board Post:
Thank you Ms. Melton! My father has always thought that most of the Cato family
originated from around Paris, TX though he was raised in Vian, Sequoyah County, OK. I was
able to find out that Lee Cato's father's name may have been Wills Cato and that
he lived in or around Paris, TX approx in the 1870's. Could you tell me more about
this Cato Community--I am fascinated. If there is any more informtion that I can provide
you with I would be glad to share. I understand the Cato history is quite colorful--my
dad remembers grandpa (Lee Cato) was acquainted with Frank James (of the Jesse James
gank), and also attended the funeral of Pretty Boy Floyd near Sallisaw, OK. There is also
a creek named after the Cato's in Sequoyah County, OK off of Lake Tenkiller called
Cato Creek and Landing. Thank you again for the info!!
Janet Cato