So, I’ve been digging into this person named Mayme Edna Revere. You know, she’s Morgan Freeman’s mom, but there’s more to her than just that. I started this little project to kind of piece together her life story, beyond just being the mother of a famous actor.
Getting Started
First off, I hit up the usual spots – you know, the genealogy websites and public records. I found out she was born on March 18, 1912, in this small place called Itta Bena, in Mississippi. I gathered some basic stuff initially, like her full name, Mayme Edna Revere, and her birth date.
Digging Deeper
Then I started looking into her life. From what I could gather, she worked as a teacher and also did some cleaning jobs to support her family. I tried to find more personal details, but it wasn’t easy. It seems like she was a pretty private person, or maybe the records just aren’t there.
- Birth and Early Life: March 18, 1912, Itta Bena, Mississippi.
- Family: Married to Morgan Freeman’s father, though details are a bit fuzzy.
- Work: Teacher and cleaner – a real hard worker, from what I can tell.
Putting the Pieces Together
It was like a puzzle, trying to fit these pieces of information together. I looked for any mention of her in historical records of the places she lived, like Tallahatchie County. I also tried to find out more about her work as a teacher, but it’s tough when you’re dealing with someone who wasn’t in the public eye.
Next, I tried to track down any living relatives or people who might have known her. This was a long shot, but I thought maybe someone out there has a story about Mayme. I reached out to a few historical societies in Mississippi, hoping they might have something.
The Outcome
So far, I’ve painted a picture of a strong, hardworking woman who lived a simple life. I realized that Mayme’s story is more than just being someone’s mom. She had her own life, her own struggles, and her own victories. It’s a reminder that everyone has a story, even if it’s not widely known.
I haven’t found any earth-shattering details, but I did get a better sense of who Mayme Edna Revere was. She was a woman of her time, dealing with the challenges of life in the early to mid-20th century. I’m still hoping to uncover more, but for now, I feel like I’ve given her story a bit more depth. And honestly, it was pretty cool to play detective for a while!
This whole thing has made me appreciate the everyday heroes in our families. They might not be famous, but their lives are just as interesting. I’m going to keep digging, and who knows what else I might find. But for now, I’m happy with what I’ve learned about Mayme Edna Revere.
