Andrew J. Walton, farmer, was born in Davidson County, Tenn., March 25, 1828, the ninth of ten children, three now living, born to Mabry and Martha (Exum) Walton, both natives of Virginia and of English descent. They were married in Middle Tennessee and moved to Davidson County soon after. In the latter part of 1835 they came to Hardeman County and here spent the rest of their days. The father was born October 7, 1785, was a farmer, a Democrat and a member of the Missionary Baptist Church. His death was caused by a stroke of lightning July 15, 1851. The mother was born February 1, 1787. She was a member of the Missionary Baptist Church and died in Hardeman County May 16, 1868. Andrew J., at the age of seven years, came with his parents to Hardeman County and he has practically made this his home ever since. In youth he received a good education and decided to make farming his life occupation. In 1852, he purchased a portion of the old homestead and in a few years became owner of the whole tract and has now 370 acres of hand in his county. In 1863, he entered the Confederate Army, enlisting in Company C, was received into Gen. Forrest’s command and served under him until November, 1864, when by reason of ill health, he returned home. September 10, 1868, Mr. Walton married Mrs. Nancy (Marsh) Smith, a native of Hardeman County, born June 29, 1831. He is a Democrat in politics, and although not a member of any church, is a firm believer in the Bible and the Christian religion.
Source: “The Goodspeed Publishing Co., History of Tennessee, 1886”