There is a marriage record for an 'Ada' Pope and "J.D." Whaley in Claiborne parish (1883). [ B.D. and Ada were reported as married for 16 years in 1900.]

The following people have death records for Claiborne parish, LA:
1. Troy Whaley
2. Rosa Lee Whaley
3. Tomie
4. Alvin
5. Addie

Perhaps the Mother's maiden name will be on one of the children's death record.