Settled in Stewart County, TN between 1815 and 1820, building a houe at Standing Rock Creek, TN along with Sarah’s sister Mary who married Arthur’s brother, William. To Arthur and Sarah were born eleven know children. All but three are known by name. Three daughters remain unidentified and their existance is known ony by family legend and tradition. They most likely died in infancy. A memorial stone was placed at the McGee Cemetery near Standing Rock Creek United Methodist Church in Stewart County, TN to commemorate Arthur Sikes. It is not known where he is actually buried. The stone was placed by members of the Sikes/Sykes Association and dedicated September 19, 1993.