Gallia County Civil War Obituaries M

Mahan, John Nelson

Civil War Veteran
John Nelson Mahan, a civil war veteran, died at his home in Walnut township on Jan. 1, 1928. The funeral was Tuesday at Fairview church by Rev. Frye.
Mr. Mahan was born in West Virginia 87 years ago, but he had lived in Ohio nearly all his life. He leaves six children, Melvin E. Mahan of Waterloo, Ezra P. Mahan and Mrs. Nora B. Edler of Springfield, Enoch L. Mahan, Mrs. Esta E. Myers and Mrs. Cora A. Myers, all of Patriot. His wife, Mrs. Nancy Sutton Mahan, preceded him in death two years ago at almost the same hour. He was a member of Fairview Christian church. He is survived by 29 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren.

[Note: He served in Co. B, 1st West Virginia Artillery. He is buried in Fox-Fairview Cemetery.]

Gallia Times
January 12, 1928
Transcribed by Henny Evans

Mahan, Joseph Stewart

Old Soldier Dead
Joseph Stewart Mahan, an old soldier died Sunday at Northup at the home of his daughter. He was 78 years old, his wife preceding him several years ago. The funeral was conducted Tuesday morning at 11 o'clock by the Rev. Mr. Morrow at Centenary. Mr. Mahan was a well known man and had many friends who will hear of his death with regret. Wetherhold has charge of the remains.

[Note: Centenary Cemetery - Tombstone reads B.1825 - D.1916 - Unit CD B 173rd OVI]

Gallipolis Bulletin
March 2, 1916
Transcribed by Maxine Marshall

Maloon, Samuel

DIED - At Andersonville Georgia, July 9th, of Chronic Diarrhea. Samuel B. Melloon in the 20th year of his age. In Sept., 1862, he felt it his duty to go at his country's call, and enlisted under Capt. Leaper, in the 7th Ohio Cavalry in which he served faithfully until taken prisoner, which was in Nov. 1863. Although being confined in prison for near 9 months, he bore it very patiently, and seldom complained of his hardships and privations, we trust he has

Manring, George W.

Second Lieutenant George W. Manring was killed in the Battle of Champion's Hill on May 16, 1863. His death was reported to his father in a letter home written by Capt. Maschil Manring, also in Co. A, 56th O.V.I.
George was the son of Jordan and Sarah Knox Manring and was born in Gallia County. He never married but enlisted in the Civil War. He is buried in the Vicksburg National Park in Mississippi.

[Note: The information came from a transcription of the letter written home by Capt. Maschil Manring. A transcription was passed down by family members and the entire article can be seen on this website under Civil War history. Submitted by Henny Evans.]

J.J. Manring, Old Soldier, Dies at Wellston
John J. Manring, 73, a former resident of Centerville, is dead at Wellston of Bright's disease. He was born at Vinton and was a drummer boy in the Union army at 14. Later he was transferred to Co. D 179th O.V.I. The Masons had charge of the funeral services.

Gallipolis Daily Tribune
April 9, 1921
Transcribed by Henny Evans

Markin, Squire Jefferson Taylor

Taps Sound For Squire Markin
Old Soldier and Well-known Citizen
   Squire Jefferson Taylor Markin of Eureka died at 9:15 Saturday night after a two weeks illness. A week before he had been successfully operated on for a ruptured bowel, and for several days thereafter his condition seemed to improve satisfactorily. News of his critical illness and later of his death caused general sorrow, because he was well known throuout the county and was respected and highly esteemed.
   Mr. Markin was born July 18, 1847, at Lincoln, this county, and was 68 years, 9 months and 11 days old. Converted at old Salem church (now Lincoln), he united with the M. E. Church early in life and was still actively engaged in Christian work when called from labor to reward. He was a Union soldier, serving from Feb. 27, 1864, to July 26, 1865, in the 23rd O.V.I.
   On Aug. 31, 1870, he married to Isabelle Boggs, who survives. He is also survived by five children, Wheeler M., Eureka; Chas C., Newark; Mrs. John P. Lasalle, Kimberly, Idaho; J. Q., Cleveland; Mrs. W. H. Burton, Frederick, Oklahoma. Mirandus S. Markin, an account of whose wife's death was in last week's Journal, was a brother of Squire Markin, and Mrs. Wheeler Brothers of Clay Tp. and Mrs. John Crouse of Harrison Tp. were sisters.
   The funeral services were held at Clay Chapel at 10 o'clock Tuesday, Rev. J. W. McConnell officiating. Burial at same place by Wetherholt. E. J. Riggs, Wm. Lewis, Charles Craft, Wm. Shaw, Curtis Allmon and W. E. Gilmore were the pallbearers.

Gallipolis Journal
Thursday May 4, 1916
Transcribed by Maxine Marshall

Markin, W. H.

Death of a Veteran
Death has claimed another veteran. Afrter a long and honorable life, W. H. Markin, of Lincoln, has joined those who have preceded him. He died Monday morning, after a two weeks' sickness from general debility.
He was eighy-two years of age and leaves five children, viz:, Mrs. Susan Brothers, Mrs. Elizabeth Harbour, Mrs. Sarah Kraus, Taylor and Maranda Markins. After devine exercises at Dickey church conducted by Rev. Rice Tuesday, burial followed in the church burial grounds. Deceased was a member of the United Bretheren church and a good man.

[Tombstone reads B.Dec 17, 1816 - D.June 20, 1898 - Unit Co I 18th OVI]

Gallipolis Journal
Tues June 28, 1898
Transcribed by Maxine Marshall Top of Page

Marshall, Samuel

Samuel Marshall Dead
Samuel Marshall, a highly respected citizen of Chambersburg, passed away Saturday morning, February 7, 1914. He was in his eighty-fourth year and had been ill but a short time. The funeral services were conducted under the auspices of the Masonic lodge at Clay Chapel Sunday morning, the burial being in the church cemetery by Undertaker Wetherholt. Mr. Marshall is survived by his wife and one daughter, Mrs. Canada. He was an honest, likable man and his death will be regretted by all who knew him.

Gallia County's Youngest Soldier Has Been Dead Half A Century
     Almost 54 years ago, on Oct. 23, 1862, a little Gallia County lad heard the call to arms through the rattling drum and shrilling fife and, boy-like, he ran away to the war. He served 27 months under the Stars and Stripes, and at the age of 16 years, a boy yet in years, he was stricken with typhoid and brot home to his mother to die.
     For almost 51 years he has been sleeping in the Robinson graveyard in Morgan Township, this county, awaiting the bugle call which will at last close up the gaps in the ranks of the soldier dead, no matter where they're sleeping, for the Grand Review.   (Photograph)
     Alpheus Martin, son of Mrs. Ann Eliza (Robinson) Martin of Morgan Township enlisted in the Union army at the age of 13 years and 9 months. He ran away from home and made his way to Charleston, W. Va., where he enlisted in a company then being raised by Capt. Ankrone, which later became attached to one of the West Virginia regiments.
     Young Martin was a bright, trim youngster and attracted the attention of Gen. Powell, who detailed him as an orderly to his staff. Our youthful Gallia County soldier saw service in the Shenandoah Valley and was engaged in the Lynchburg and Richmond campaigns.
     Unscathed by mimic ball or grapeshot, young Martin fell a victim to typhoid and was invalided home. He was unable to withstand the ravages of the disease, and on January 23, 1865, just one day after he had passed his 16th birthday the Death Angel mustered him out.
     The original of the picture accompanying this article, showing Alpheus Martin in the well remembered blue uniform and trim cap of the 60's, is an invaluable possession of his brother, Charles Martin of Bidwell, who himself was the first enlisted soldier from Gallia County in the War of the Rebellion. Charley was at the front at the time his brother ran away to enlist, and it was doubtless in emulation of his older brother's example, that young Alpheus determined to don the blue and follow the flag.
     Some day, doubtless a monument will be erected in commemoration of the brave boys who went forth from Gallia County in answer to their country's call, and what more fitting symbolic figure could be had than that of young Alpheus Martin, who enlisted at the age of 13 years and 9 months. All honor to his memory.

Mr. Martin Dead
Mr. Anthony Martin, of Crown City, an old soldier of the Civil War, aged 86 years, died Wednesday, May 13th, 1908. He was taken to Huntington Friday for burial by a daughter who lives there.

Martin, Benj

Obituary
   Died at his home in Vinton, Gallia county, O., on Friday, February 13th, 1885, Capt. Benj Martin, in his 65th year. Capt. Martin was born in Jackson county, O., January 15, 1821. He served as an apprentice on a farm until he was of age.
   On Dec. 31, 1846, he was married to Miss Mary L. Rothe, who died about one year ago. Mrs. W. S. Matthews was their only child. For quite a number of years Capt. Martin was elected and served as Justice of the Peace in Huntington township. He filled during his lifetime many places of trust and honor in the public service. In 1870 he was admitted to the practice of the law, and continued a member of the Gallipolis bar until his death.
   During the war he raised a company of volunteers, and was commissioned and served as Captain of Co. C. 194th O.V.I., doing service most of the time in the Shenandoah Valley, in Va.

Gallipolis Journal
Wed Feb 18, 1885
Transcribed by Maxine Marshall

Martin, Charles

Chas Martin Dead
Charles Martin, 75, said to be the first man to enlist from this county in the Civil war, died at the Soldiers' Home at Dayton last week and was buried in the Robinson cemetery at Eno Tuesday. He was twice married and is survived by a son in New Orleans, a married daughter near Danville and a younger daughter who makes her home with Ed Soles and family near Rodney.

Gallipolis Bulletin
Aug 31, 1916
Transcribed by Maxine Marshall

Martin, James Perry

Death of James Perry Martin
Perry Martin of Northup, aged 90 years, 6 months and 27 days, died Sunday evening, Aug 27, 1916. He was an old soldier of the 91st Regiment O.V.I. He was in good health up until within an hour of his death and it was thought his death was due to heart trouble.
He was born in Halifax county, East Virginia, and came to this county in 1836, settling about a mile from the place where he died and has been an active farmer, and excellent citizen who made a host of friends during his long, useful life.
His widow, Melissa Martin, and five children survive him. The funeral was conducted Wednesday at 2 p.m. at his late home. Interment at the White cemetery under direction of Myers.

[Death Certificate info: B.Feb 1, 1826 - D.Aug 27, 1916 - Buried in White Cemetery in Walnut Twp - No tombstone]

Gallipolis Journal
Aug 31, 1916
Gallipolis Bulletin
Aug 31, 1916
Transcribed by Maxine Marshall Top of Page

Martin, Reuben

The remains of Grasson M. Cole and Reuben Martin, who fell in the Union cause at Selma, Ala., were brought here in April for interment.

[Note: He is buried in Rose Cemetery in Green Township. He served in Co. L, 7th Ohio Volunteer Cavalry. The date on his stone is April 1, 1865, aged 27 years, 4 months and 20 days.]

Information found in an old scrapbook article dated about 1866.
Transcribed by Henny Evans

Granted a Pension
An original pension has been allowed to Prof. David D. Martindale, of Niobrara, Nebraska, late of Co. E, 141st O.V.I., through the agency of J.A. Martindill, of Eureka, this county. The rate of pension granted is $8 per month from Sept. 10, 1902, date of application, no prior application having ever been made.
Prof. Martindale is a son of Squire John A. Martindale, of Addison township, this county, and a brother-in-law of Dr. Chas. G. and the late Dr. E.W. Parker of this city. He is at present holding an elective office of Superintendent of public instruction of Knox county, Nebraska, with duties similar to our county board of school examiners.

[Note: David was born about 1848 and grew up in Gallia County. After the war he moved to Nebraska and by 1877 was living in Cass County. In 1900 he was in Knox County where he served as Superintendent of public instruction. By 1920 he was living with his son-in-law in Morrill County. He was 72. After that he can not be found on the census.]

Information compiled from article and census records
Gallipolis Daily Tribune
June 15, 1903
Transcribed by Henny Evans

Martindale, John

Old Pioneer Gone
   Mr. John Martindale, one of the oldest residents of the county, died at the home of his youngest daughter, Mrs. Minnie James, at Bulaville, last Saturday morning, August 8, 1903, aged 79 years 5 months and 2 days. His wife died 14 years ago.
   Mr. Martindale was born in Meigs County and moved to this county with his parents when only a lad. He was married to Miss Rhoda Plymale, a sister of Hugh, Al, June and John A. Plymale, on July 25, 1846, and to this union 12 children were born, 4 boys and 8 girls and of them 3 boys and 4 girls are living, David, of Nebraska; Hugh, of Huntington, W. Va., and Joseph, of Illinois; and daughters Orinda Kelley, Belle Pierce, Mec. Richmond of Nebraska, and Mrs. Minnie James of Bulaville.
   Mr. Martindale it will be remembered suffered a stroke of paralysis at the home of his nephew, Chas. King, of Clipper Mill, on July 3rd last and though the best of care and medical skill was supplied he gradually became weaker until he passed away as above stated.
   He was a veteran of the civil war having been a member of the 141st Ohio. He repeatedly served his people in positions of trust as Township Trustee, Clerk, Justice and Postmaster at Bulaville and at all times commanded the respect and confidence of all his neighbors. He was a staunch Democrat and served many years on various committees. Always courteous, kind and obliging he was a favorite with all who knew him.
   The funeral services were held Sunday morning by Rev. W. J. Fulton, of Rio Grande, interment following at the Campaign Church by undertaker Hix. Peace to his ashes. Green be the grave where sleeps our departed friend.

[Note: Tombstone has March 6, 1824 - Unit Co E 141st OVI]

Gallipolis Bulletin
Aug 14, 1903
Transcribed by Maxine Marshall

Martindale, John Alexander

     John A. Martindale, 81, a retired farmer and school teacher, died of paralysis Friday at his home in
Columbus. He suffered a stroke of paralysis Thursday.
     Mr. Martindale was a veteran of the Civil War. He leaves five sons, Dr. E.W. Martindale, dentist, W.H., John A., Hoyt and Rose Martindale, living in or near Columbus, and five daughters, Miss Genevieve Martindale, teacher in the Columbus schools, Mrs. Theodore R. Williams of Chester, W.Va., Mrs. F.F. Mackey and Mrs. Warren Harger of East Liverpool, and Mrs. Wilbur Ramsey of Bidwell, Gallia County.
     Funeral services were held at the Glenwood Avenue M.E. Church in Columbus Monday, interment following in Green Lawn cemetery.

[Note: John lived in Gallia County before moving to Columbus. Born 3/14/1839 Died 3/19/1920. He served in Co A, 91st OVI]

Gallia Times
March 25, 1920
Transcribed by Henny Evans

Martindale, Warren

Obituary
   Warren Martindale was born in Jackson county, O., May 26, 1842, and died Dec. 20, 1887, aged 45 years 6 months 24 days.
   Since the time he was one year old his home has been in Gallia county. He enlisted in the 53d Ohio Regiment in 1861, and after two years of faithful service as a soldier, he had to accept a discharge on account of broken health. He served as 1st Sergeant, and when discharged he had received a commission as 1st Lieutenant, which position he never accepted because of ill health.
   He was married to Lucretta Weed Oct 26, 1865. Five children, all living, came into the home as a blessing upon this happy union. Mr. Martindale served two terms as County Treasurer and two years as Mayor of Gallipolis. No man in the history of the county has filled these offices better than did our departed brother.         He joined the church in early life, and on the first Sunday after his return from the army, he was found in the class meeting ready for Christian work. He has lived a quiet, devoted life, had great peace in his last hours and has gone to enjoy the reward of a consecrated life.

[Tombstone in Mt. Zion Cemtery has Unit Co E 53rd OVI - Family stone has D. Dec 29, 1887 but obit has
Dec 20]

Gallipolis Journal
Wed Dec 28, 1887
Transcribed by Maxine Marshall

Martindill, George Washington

Died of Heart Trouble
Mr. G.W. Martindill, aged 76 years, died suddenly at his home at Chambersburg Tuesday morning at 3 o'clock while sitting in his chair. His funeral services will be conducted probably Thursday or when his sons and daughters can arrive home. Mr. Martindill will be recalled as a prosperous merchant of his home town. He is survived by his wife and several adult sons and daughters. He was a member of the M.E. Church and of the I.O.O.F., and was a man with hosts of friends.

[Note: He is buried in Clay chapel Cemetery with the dates, April 14, 1839 to September 9, 1913. He served as a Squirrel Hunter.]

Gallia Times
September 10, 1917
Transcribed by Henny Evans

Martindill, Wesley

   Died on Wednesday morning, March 30, of epilepsy, that peculiar and complicated disease for which there is no cure. He was born Oct. 18th, 1842, being 38 years of age when he passed away.
   He served in the late war, and carried on business for a number of years at Chambersburg, this county, moving to this city about a year ago, and boarding at R. Bray's where he could receive proper medical attention. His sickness was remarkable for its severity and the wonderful manner in which he withstood its attacks.
   He was very popular where known, a man of excellent business ideas and strong in his likes and dislikes. For intellectual capacity he stood very high. Masonic services were held by the lodges of this city and Chambersburg, at the residence of R. Bray, of this city, Friday morning at 10 o'clock, Rev. M. B. Wilson leading in prayer.
   The funeral services of the deceased will be preached at a date unannounced. Mr. Martindale left a widow, formerly Miss Morriszella M. wall, daughter of Dr. C. D. wall. Mr. M. left a will, not yet probated, the contents of which are known only to his attorney.

Gallipolis Journal
Thursday April 7, 1881
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Massie, John

Death of an Old Soldier
The unwelcome information was received here Wednesday of the death of Mr. John Massie, an old soldier living out at Wales, in consequence of which the sympathy of many go out to his aged widow and family. He has been a long and patient sufferer from consumption which caused his death at 10 o'clok Tuesday, Jan. 4. Deceased was a son of Robert Massie and son-in-law of John Norman. He was a private in Co. A., 91st O.V.I.

Gallipolis Journal
Tues. Jan 11, 1898
Transcribed by Maxine Marshall

Mr. John A. Matthews died at the Athens Hospital last Sunday. The remains were brought to Vinton, his home, on Monday and deposited beside his wife, whose sudden death is attribed as the cause of Mr. Matthews losing his mind. He was about 60 years of age and a veteran of the civil war.

[Note: Has stone; Mt Tabor Cemetery; Unit Co I 36th OVI; Born April 30, 1841; Died August 9, 1903]

Gallipolis Bulletin
August 14, 1903
Transcribed by Irene Hively Blamer Top of Page

Matthews, Samantha

Miss Samantha Matthews
     Miss Samantha Matthews, whose death occurred at the home of her brother, the late Charles Matthews, at Washington Thursday, March 16, was one of the large family of the late Mr. and Mrs. Moses Matthews, and was born and spent the greater part of her life in Vinton. She left here about twenty years ago, when her brother was bereft of his companion, to keep house for him and to help brighten his lonely years, which duty she faithfully performed, remaining constantly with him until a few months ago, when he was called to his reward, and since which time she has been gradually failing. She was a sufferer from heart trouble and dropsical affliction, but only kept her bed a couple of days, the end coming as a great shock to her many friends.
     It would seem that her entire life has been spent in serving others, no sacrifice too great for her to make for them. Miss Matthews would have reached her eightieth milestone on May 31, the only surviving members of this large and well known family now being Miss Nan Matthews of Washington, Mrs. Hettie Holcomb of Detroit, and Russell Matthews of Columbus.
     A funeral service was held for her at the home in Washington on Friday, March 17, in charge of the Loyal Legion, of which she was a highly esteemed member, the funeral party leaving at once for Vinton, arriving here Saturday. A short funeral service was held at the home of her niece, Mrs. H.K. Butler by Rev. Wm. Alexander, Monday at 2 p.m., burial following in the Holcomb cemetery, the burial place of many of her deceased friends.

Gallia Times
March 23, 1922
Transcribed by Henny Evans

     DIED--At the Regimental Hospital, Covington, Kentucky, on Saturday, the 6th of February, 1864, of Measels and Pneumonia, Thomas Corwin Matthews, of Co. G., 1st Regiment Ohio Heavy Artillery, son of Phineas Matthews of Vinton, Gallia Co., O. Aged nineteen years.
     His remains were brought by his father to Vinton, where, after a very impressive discourse by Rev. R. Breare, from Proverbs 4 and 18, "But the path of the just is as a shining light, that shineth more and more unto the perfect day." The remains were interred with military honors.
     The deceased was, in all things, a goodly young man; the pride of his family, and the admiration of his friends. In the summer of 1862, though a boy, he volunteered in the 60th Regiment O. V. I., commanded by Col. Trimble, was taken prisoner at Harper's Ferry, on the 15th of September, 1862, parolled, sent to Annapolis, thence to Chicago, where, he, with his regiment, was discharged and afterwards exchanged. In June, 1863, he volunteered as a soldier in the 1st Regiment Ohio Heavy Artillery, for a term of three years. After entering the service in this Regiment, his deportment was such as to commend him to the favorable consideration of Col. Hawley, the Commandant, who detailed him as his Orderly, in which position he discharged every duty with promptness and fidelity, until about the 12th of January, when he was taken sick of measles and pneumonia, with which he lingered until the 6th of February, when, while repeating the Lord's Prayer, he was promoted from the patriotic armies of earth, to the celestial army of patriots on high. Thus have we another martyr to the great cause of freedom and enfranchisement.
     Proudly do the national patriots recall the high deeds of valor of our gallant sons. With unfaltering courage and heroic bravery, they have borne themselves in every contest, and whether on the tented field or in the dreaded hospital; whether on the long and weary march, or before the murderous fire of traitor bands everywhere, and under every circumstance, have they borne themselves with veteran intrepidity; shrinking from no anger; quailing under no assaults, but attesting their prowess in every battle [rest cut off.]

Matthews, William Symmes

Tribute to the Memory of William Symmes Matthews
Assistant Adjutant and Quartermaster General Department of Ohio Grand Army of the Republic
     William Symmes Matthews was born at Vinton, Gallia County, Ohio, January 1st, 1847, and died at his home, 902 Franklin Ave., Columbus, Ohio, Sunday, February 7th, 1926, aged 79 years, 1 month and 7 days.
The many friends of W.S. Matthews, Assistant Adjutant and Quartermaster General of the Department of Ohio Grand Army of the Republic, including his wide acquaintance among the comrades of the Grand Army throughout the nation, were stunned by the news of his death, which came as a great shock also to his immediate household.
     He was stricken on December 31st, 1925, in his office at Department Headquarters, Memorial Hall, Columbus, Ohio, with an attack of acute indigestion, so pronounced, accompanied by a slight cerebral disturbance, from which he soon rallied and was thought to be slowly, but steadily improving until Sunday, February 7th, when the end came unexpectedly, the immediate cause of his death being due to pulmonary embolism, or blood clot, stopping the circulation.
     Funeral services were held in J.M. Wells Post room at Memorial Hall Wednesday, February 10th, at 2 P.M., Rev. W.G. Price of the First Universalist church of Columbus, Ohio, being the officiating minister. The Ritualistic Memorial service of the Grand Army, held at J.M. Wells Post, of which he was a member, was conducted by the Commander of the Ohio Department Grand Army of the Republic, John Ambler of Youngstown. Mrs. Blanche Price, soloist of the First Universalist church, beautifully sang, "No Sorrow There," "Some Sweet Day" and "Abide with Me."
     The services were attended by a large body of people, including an unusually large representation of the Grand Army and other patriotic orders, both local and from all parts of the state. The many beautiful floral tributes--tokens of love and esteem--were from individual friends and from the various patriotic and other orders to which he belonged, or which desired to honor his memory. The honorary pall-bearers were his intimate associates among the comrades of the G.A.R.--L.N. Conard, Walton Weber, David F. Pugh, D.S. Wilder, Chas. H. Durfey, John McClay, William Miller and Fred Knagi. The active pall-bearers were from the Sons of Veterans' Camp. His body was laid to rest in Greenlawn cemetery beside that of his wife.
     He is survived by one sister, Mrs. Abigail Shannon of Columbus, Ohio, three brothers, Edward B. of Jackson, Ohio, H. Greeley, of Mantako, Minn., and Stanley of Columbus, Ohio, besides numerous other relatives and friends. One cousin, Miss Lida S. Lucas, has for several years made her home with him and was his Secretary in the Department of Ohio Grand Army Headquarters, from September, 1919, (excepting a few months in 1922) until the close of his life.
     He was married at Vinton, Ohio, December 6th, 1880, to Alice E. Martin, who preceded him to the Better Land, January 16th, 1922. The union was not blessed with offspring.
     In a remarkable and surprising degree he carried his youth into old age, being noted for his vigorous power of both mind and body. His intellect was keen, clear and active, his step, quickly, firm and elastic, his health and physical being, sound and normal. In his last illness he remarked that the Lord had been especially good to him in that he had had been ill so seldom.
     Mr. Matthews life was one of great activity and usefulness; his career varied, distinguished and laudable.
In June, 1863, at the age of sixteen, as a Private in Co. G, 1st Ohio Heavy Artillery, he enlisted in the Civil War in the service of his country and was mustered out with his Company, July 25th, 1865, and discharged at Camp Dennison, Ohio, August 1st, 1865. His army life and experiences were to him a source of great pride and satisfaction.
     Following his discharge from the service, he entered the Ohio University at Athens, where he remained as a student for a period of some three years, after which, still in his early manhood, he engaged in teaching school, being a successful teacher in various places in Ohio, Illinois and Kentucky. He occupied many positions of public trust and honor, which he filled with marked ability and credit, holding all such in sacred faithfulness and was never known to violate or betray a trust reposed in him.
     As a young man he took an active interest in politics, being devoted to the principles of the Republican party. His first prominent political office was that of Message Clerk in the Senate during the 64th and 65th General Assemblies. A litte later, in 1883, he was elcted to represent his County, Gallia, in the State Legislature, and was re-elected to that body two years later, serving the two consecutive terms in the 66th and 67th General Assemblies. He achieved considerable recognition in the House by reason of his close
application to Committee work and his brilliant successes on the floor as a speaker. He was an able speaker and during his political career, earned an enviable reputation as a political and campaign orator.
     In 1887 he was appointed Chief Clerk in the State School Commissioner's office, where he remained until May, 1896 serving under the administrations of Professors Eli. T. Tappan, John Hancock, Chas. C. Miller and Oscar T. Corson. In 1896 he was selected by Governor Bushnell to serve as State Insurance Commissioner, which office he filled with distinction and honor for a period of four years, making a record unequaled by any predecessor.
     He was three times elected Secretary of the Republican State Ececutive Committee, in 1891, 1895 and 1896, and twice endorsed by his County for the Congressional nomination in the 10th District.
His integrity, ability, faithfulness and enery, made him a brave soldier, a wise legislator, a successful political manager, an efficient public official and a faithful friend.
     After he vacated the office of State Insurance Commissioner, for a few years he was engaged in the insurance business and other private business in Toledo since which time his activities have been largely devoted to the Grand Amry of the Republic. He was appointed Assistant Adjustant General of the Department of Ohio G.A.R. in 1909, by the Department Commander at that time, Chas. H. Newton of Marietta, and the high esteem, comradeship and warm affection that ever since extended between
them, was that of brothers. He served the Department in this capacity from that time to the close of his life--a period of over sixteen years--with the additional office of Assistant Quartermaster General since 1914, being re-appointed to these offices by each successive Department Commander. As all Grand Army comrades know, he was devoted to the interests of the Grand Army. No comrade was more widely known, or more highly esteemed than he. His familiar figure at Department and National encampments will be sadly missed. In his death the Ohio Department Grand Army of the Republic has sustained an irreparable loss--the loss of one of its most efficient officers, loyal, patriotic and devoted workers, a conscientious, high-souled man. He was a member of the Masonic Fraternity for many years, holding his membership with the Vinton Lodge.
     The character of Genearl Matthews was irreproachable. He loved truth and honor and scorned to stoop below his high standard of morals and conduct for any reason. He was a man whom to know was to admire, honor and esteem. He had the happy faculty of winning friendship without resorting to flattery or obsequiousness, and his friends were legion, among whom were numbered many notable personages. His manner was characterized by simplicity, plainness, directness and sincerity--utterly without affection. He despised hypocrisy or deception of any kind or form.
     He was a profound thinker and a great reader. His extensive library attests the value he placed upon books, the content of which, in a large degree, bear evidence of having been well read. It contains many valuable volumes of classic literature, though largely historical, scientific and biographical. Being an ardent admirer of Lincoln, he was especially well read on the subject and possessed a valuable collection of works on the life and character of the great Emancipator. He was always well posted upon current events and took great interest in the affiars of state and nation.
     His was a delightful personality. Intellectual, well-informed and genial, possessing a keen sense of humor, a ready, spontaneous wit and pleasing conversational powers, he was always a social favorite and a delightful companion. He was generous to a fault, if such a virtue can ever be termed a fault, for he seldom, if ever, refused his aid, finanacial or otherwise, when appealed to, and many a young person has had him to thank for timely assistance in the hour of trouble. His many acts of kindness, unselfishness and generosity will shine in the memory of his friends as stars in his crown.
     He was deeply religious and reverential, but no degree dogmatic. In the matter of religion and doctrine, as in everything else, his views were based on reason and characterized by broad-mindedness and charity. He was for many years a member of the Universalist church and was interested not only in its advancement, but in the advancement of the church at large.
     Tributes to his memory have been numerous, from friends and comrades in all part(s) of the country. Some one said, "His burial was like that of a Prince, but unlike a Prince, he deserved it."
     His life was an open book whose pages were unsullied. The life he lived and the record he has left behind have builded him a more worthy monument and one that will longer endure than granite or marble.

Lida S. Lucas
Secretary Department of Ohio G.A.R.

Gallia Times
April 1, 1926
Transcribed by Henny Evans

Capt. Mauck is Mustered Out
The interment of Capt. Amos Mauck who died the latter part of the week at the Dayton Soldier's Home, was at Cheshire, his former residence, Monday afternoon. Rev. J. M. Davis of Rio Grande conducted the services. Capt. Mauck saw service during the civil war in the 141st Ohio and the Fourth Virginia. He was a miller by trade and is well remembered by many old friends here. One brother, J. W. Mauck, president of Hillsdale College in Michigan, survives him.

Captain A. O. Mauck
Passes Away, Aged Nearly 74- Burial at Cheshire
   Captain Amos O. Mauck, born near Cheshire Nov. 29, 1842, died at Dayton Sunday, Oct. 8, 1916. His parents were Joseph and Adaline Sigler Mauck. He was a big, jolly, open-hearted, popular man. One of his second cousins said he never knew anyone who had such a large proportion of warm friends among his acquaintances as Amos Mauck.
   In 1861 he enlisted in the regimental band of the 4th Virginia. The band was mustered out in the fall of 1862. He organized Co. D, 141 O. V. I., in 1864, serving as captain until mustered out 100 days later. Among the surviving members of this company are Joseph Roush, George W. Bing, S. F. Coughenour, S. H. Jacobs, Benj. Jenkins, C. H. McCormick, Frank Souverain, George N. Swisher and Eli Wheaton.
   He engaged successively in mercantile business at Cheshire; flour mills at Middleport and Groveport; in coal mines which he traded 20 years ago for the Moore farm near Yorktown, Va., on which General Cornwallis surrendered to Washington. He was appointed a member of the State Board of Agriculture and Immigration by the Governor of Virginia. He was in the real estate business in Norfolk until infirmities sent him to the Soldiers Home. He had been in declining mental and physical health for the past 5 or 6 years.
   Mr. Mauck is survived by his widow, formerly Victoria Scott, who now lives at Pickerington, near Columbus, and two brothers, Sigler Mauck, a teacher at Burton, Ohio, and Joseph William Mauck, president of Hillsdale, (Mich.) College. The decedent was the oldest of 7 children.
   The body arrived at Cheshire on the H. V. train Monday afternoon and was taken at once to the Baptist Church where funeral services were conducted by Dr. J. M. Davis, assisted by Rev. Y. H. Reed and Rev. G. S. Lightner. J. W. Mauck also spoke of his brother's life, of his relations to the older folk of Cheshire. He impressed on his hearers that it was not an occasion for mourning and bitter tears but that he regarded it as a sort of farewell party to his brother Amos. He did not deliver a prepared address but in an informal and conversational way paid a beautifully simple tribute to the departed.
   The body was taken to Gravel Hill cemetery for burial under the auspices of the Masons led by H. B. Gentry. Mr. Mauck was a charter member of the Masonic Lodge at Cheshire.

Gallipolis Journal
October 12, 1916
Transcriptions by Lynn Anders                                                                         Top of Page

Capt. Amos Mauck passed away at the Soldiers' Home at Dayton Friday. The remains were brought to Cheshire, where the funeral was conducted Monday afternoon by Rev. J. M. Davis. Capt. Mauck was a former resident of Cheshire and is survived by a brother. J. W. Mauck, President of Hillsdale College in Michigan. He was a veteran of the Civil War, having been a member of the 141st Ohio and the 4th Virginia Regiments.

[Note: Has stone; Gravel Hill Cemetery; Born November 29, 1842; Died October 8, 1916]

     Lewis W. Mauck was born May 7, 1844, and died June 17, 1883. He obtained a good practical education in the public schools and Cheshire Academy. He volunteered in the military service of his country in Sept. 1861, and was discharged for disability in September 1862. His health being somewhat recruited he went out in the "one hundred day's service." On May 18, 1860, he was married to Fanny A Bradbury, who with their three sons, survives him. At the close of the war he engaged in merchandising, and led an active business life until May, 1878. During a part of his business life he published a newspaper called "Mauck's Herald." In June 1878, he contracted a violent cold which resulted in pulmonary consumption, the cause of his death. The winter of 1878-9 he spent in Florida for his health, but returned in the spring no better. Soon after by his extensive reading, he learned of Dr. Salisbury, of Cleveland, who treated lung disease. He applied to him for relief and continued his treatment constantly till his death. The diet of broiled beef and hot water probably prolonged his life a few years.
     He was a man whom it was a great pleasure to know and converse with. He had seen much of the world and had read extensively. What he saw he observed attentively, and what he read he remembered and reasoned upon. Consequently his conversation was not gossip, but a clear and discriminating discussion of history, current events, and other important subjects. He watched the progress of his disease carefully and accurately understood the nature of the treatment which had been adopted. But this did not seem to produce a morbid self-consciousness, or lead him to think alone of himself and his afflictions. This was illustrated in the last conversation which the writer had with him. He spoke of his sons, briefly mentioning the mental peculiarities of each and the pursuits in life for which he thought them best adapted by nature. He then spoke of the present agitation of the temperance question, and confidently expressed his conviction that the liquor traffic could be conquered, not simply compromised with. Few then, even in health, with good expectation of years of active public life, have a deeper and more intelligent interest in important public events then he had.
     In his illness, when addressed on the subject of religion, he responded cordially, and warmly expressed his thanks for this form of interest in his welfare. He declared his firm belief in the divine origin of the gospel of Jesus Christ. He did not in the same unreserved manner declare his personal, acceptance of the Redeember and trust in Him, or distinctly assert that he had learned to apply the gospel to his heart, as a full source of comfort and hope; but some men express their inmost feelings with less freedom than they do their mental convictions.
     He is gone from us. The long, weary endurance of pain and wasting sickness is over. He is at rest. His kindred give united testimony to the uncomplaining patience with which he bore his sickness of the years. To these relatives it is only the most meagre justice to say that everything which love and labor and lavish expensed and medical knowledge and skill could do to avert his death, to prolong his life, or to diminish his sufferings, has been freely and constantly done.
     On Wednesday, June 20th, the writer preached his funeral to a large and sympathetic audience gathered at the residence of his father, Daniel Mauck, Esq. and his body was buried in the Gravel Hill Cemetery, according to the ritual of the Masonic order of which he was a member.

Mauck, Robert

Robert Mauck Dead at Cheshire Home After Long Period of Ill Health and Physical Weakness
     Robert Mauck, a lifelong and highly respected citizen of Cheshire, died today after a year or more of ill health, leaving a widow and two children. His wife is a sister of Mr. E.J. Resener of this city, and his children are Stanley, a student at the Ohio Wesleyan University, and Mrs. Ann Thompson of Cincinnati.
     Mr. Mauck was a bookkeeper, and about 70 years of age. He was a veteran of the Civil War and a member of Siloam Lodge of Freemasons. The funeral will be Friday, but the hour is not yet fixed.
     Mr. Mauck was a cousin of the late Isaac Mauck, and distantly related to Judge Mauck of this city. The news of his death will be heard with regret by many friends all over the county.

[Note: He is buried at Gravel Hill Cemetery in Cheshire Cemetery. He served in Co. D, 141st O.V.I.]

Gallipolis Daily Tribune
February 25, 1915
Transcribed by Henny Evans

Miss Hannah U. Maxon Dead
Prominent and Good Woman Passes Away After Long Illness.
     It is with regret and sorrow that we record the death of Miss Hannah Utley Maxon. The sad event occurred at her home on 2d Avenue between Cedar and Spruce streets Thursday evening, May 26, 1910 of a malignant and painful trouble that had caused her great pain and suffering for three or four months.
     The funeral services will be conducted at the First Presbyterian Church of this city Sunday afternoon at 2 o’clock by the Presbyterian minister of Middleport and Pomeroy, the interment following at the Pine street cemetery by Hayward on the family lot among her kindred. At this time the pallbearers had not been selected.
     Miss Maxon was the daughter of the late Samuel and Eliza Maxon, permanent residents of this city fifty or sixty years ago, and was born in the corner brick house at State street and 2d avenue in October, 1840 and was consequently in her 70th year. She had brothers and sisters who died in infancy, but more who reached an adult age but the late John J. Maxon and Mrs. Lucy Cherrington, widow of the late William Cherrington, being the last of the family to survive her.
     Miss Maxon had talent and applied herself at the best schools the city afforded, being one of that famous throng of pupils that gave the Gallia Academy a fame that has not yet perished, for many years and was a graduate of the Springfield, O., Female College. Splendidly equipped for life’s battles she began her career of teaching in the Public Schools when less than 20 years old. After teaching here awhile she taught in Springfield for perhaps a couple of years.
     Returning to this city the war of the Rebellion broke out. Everybody became disturbed, distracted and demoralization of regular business and the general order of things prevailed. There was an immense Military Camp laid out on the site of what is now the State Hospital grounds, and there were long rows of hospital building(s) there. The ladies of the city became helpers to this hospital and carried flowers and delicacies not belonging to army regulations to the sick, wounded and perishing soldiers there. Miss Maxon by her zeal and activity became prominent in this work, and took a leading part, and no doubt brought comfort and solace to many a weary one, who was far away from home and any soft and tender female hand to make smooth his dying pillow. She became an enthusiast and really was a local army nurse until the close of the war when she again took up the occupation of teaching which she had never entirely dropped and spent at least forty years in this work.
     Yet interspersed with it she found time to become a leader of temperance work, of Sunday School work and after the organization of the G.A.R. Posts, of Woman’s Relief Corp work. She was President of the Relief Corps here auxilliary to Cadot Post G.A.R. many times, met with other posts throughout the county and while yet a comparatively young woman had achieved a reputation among the military organizations of the G.A.R. all over Ohio. She became the Department President of the W.R.C. of the State and was Chaplain of the National organization when she died, a position she had held for several years and if her health had continued good would no doubt have been elected National President. She had become so well known by her beautiful, charming and eloquent addresses all over many states that she never put in appearance without without receiving the greatest applause. She was indeed a beautiful speaker. Thoroughly enthused with her topic she sometimes talked almost as one inspired and her audience would go wild in their applause.
     No Decoration Day came around that Miss Maxon was not looked for. Always with a well trained corps of little girls she put in the day in the most sacred way scattering floral tributes among their graves, lifting high their voices in sweet songs of praise.
     Miss Maxon had faults, perhaps, but her noble character and charming talents obscured them entirely from the sight of those who knew her. Her career is ended, but how few of us will have it said of us as it can be said truthfully of her that our entire life was spent in uplifting and bettering the conditions of those surrounding us. It is like gold to dross to compare these attributes of character with those who leave behind nothing but great wealth. The poor and needy, the sick and suffering, found in her a friend.
     Every noble cause found in her an advocate and one of force power. She has gone to her reward. Certainly she did receive it here. It must be somewhere in God’s kingdom for her. Surely some goodly angel stands, ready to place upon her head a crown of glory as enduring as time.

   It is with regret that we announce the death of a good old man in the person of John Lewis Maxwell, who died Wednesday morning, Aug. 17, 1904, at the ripe old age of 78 years.Mr. Maxwell was a currier of leather by trade and spent his early life in Pennsylvania.
   He was married to his esteemed wife in Monroe County, this state, in 1853, and by this union came three children, only one of whom is living, our efficient Hocking Valley Agent, L. A. Maxwell. The deceased's wife also survives him, with whom the many friends will join in sympathy.
   Mr. Maxwell was a soldier in the great war of the rebellion having served for three years in the 90th O. V. I. from which he received an honorable discharge. At the time of his death he was receiving $12 per month pension for injuries received during that war. He had been failing for the past year and a half but had only been confined to his bed three weeks. He left several grand children and great grand children in whom he took a kindly interest.
   The funeral will be conducted today at his late home. The interment by Wetherholt at Pine Street cemetery. Rev. W. H. Miller, of Grace M. E. Church, conducted the religious ceremonies, Messrs. T. P. Williams, J. E. Wood, S. B. Winters, J. E. Harrison, A. R. Weaver and D. A. Barton will be the pall-bearers.

Gallipolis Bulletin
August 19, 1904
Transcribed by Irene Hively Blamer Top of Page

George D. McBride died Friday morning about 2 o'clock, after a week's illness with pneumonia, at his residence 447 Second Avenue. His age was exactly 78 years and 9 months. His nephew, Harry E. Kelly, of Pennsylvania, was with him at the end. Pneumonia and a general break down caused his death. Until very recently he had appeared mentally and physically strong.McBride, George D.McBride, George D.
George D. McBride died Friday morning about 2 o'clock, after a week's illness with pneumonia, at his residence 447 Second Avenue. His age was exactly 78 years and 9 months. His nephew, Harry E. Kelly, of Pennsylvania, was with him at the end. Pneumonia and a general break down caused his death. Until very recently he had appeared mentally and physically strong.
Mr. McBride came to Gallia county shortly after the War, in which he served in the 78th Pa, Infantry, and went into the wagon and blacksmithing business at Cheshire with Robert Coleman. His trade was that of a blacksmith, but he became greatly interested in music, and gave up his partnership to teach it and sell organs and other musical instruments. He established a business here that continued to the day of his death.
He was prominent in Masonic circles for many years and thus acquired an extensive acquaintance thruout the state. He had served as Grand High Priest and Grand Master of the Grand Chapter and Grand Council, respectively, of Ohio. He was also for many years a trustee of the Ohio Masonic Home at Springfield, an institution in which he was deeply interested.
He was president of the McBride family association of Pennsylvania.He was a pleasant, affable man and fond of the society of his old friends; a man of mental and physical power and stalwart and dignified in bearing.
The funeral services were held at 1:30 Sunday at the residence under the auspices of the Masons, Rev. A. J. Wilder officiating. Burial at Mound Hill by Wetherholt. The pall bearers were C. M. Adams, J. S. Clark, Dr. J. T. Hanson, Tom Bell, Henry Skinner and J. C. Butz.

[Note: Has stone; Born June 10, 1837; Died March 10, 1916; Death Record Vol II; Unit Co H 78th Pa. VI]

Morris McCalla, a veteran of the Civil War, died at his home at Clipper Mill on Thursday evening of heart trouble at the age of 72 years. The funeral was held at Mt. Zion church Sunday afternoon, burial following at the same place. Mr. McCalla had made his home with his daughter Amanda since the death of his wife some nine years ago. He also is survived by four sons; Morris, William, Lewis and John. Mr. McCalla was a good citizen and neighbor and had the respect of many long time friends.

[Note: Has stone; Mt. Zion Cemetery; Born 1847; Died 1919; Unit Co A 40th Ky MJ]

McCarley, Elnathan Barlow

E.B. McCarley Dead
     E.B. McCarley, son of Moses and Sarah McCarley, was born Nov. 25, 1835, and died March 1, 1917, aged 81 years, 3 months and 6 days. He was united in marriage on Jan. 1, 1857, to Mary Glassburn, who
preceded him in death on Dec. 5, 1904. To this union were born five children, all of whom survive and
live not far from the home place. They are Mrs. W.E. Jones, J.M. McCarley, Mrs. Luther Woods, T.E. McCarley and H.A. McCarley.
     Mr. McCarley united with the Harris Free Will Baptist Church about the year 1890. He was a kind neighbor and a loving father, as was evidenced by the care he received during his last illness. The end came quietly and peacefully just after dinner as he sat before the fire in a chair.
     Five children, thirteen grandchildren, three great-grandchildren, a number of other relatives and a host of friends...(rest of sentence is illegible)
     The funeral was held last Sunday forenoon at the Baptist Church in Rio Grande conducted by Rev. W.J. Fulton, the burial following by H.K. Butler of Vinton.

[Note: He served as a Squirrel Hunter.]

Gallia Times
March 7, 1917
Transcribed by Henny Evans

McCarley, Franklin

In Memorian
   Whereas, it has pleased God in all His wise providence to remove from our Post by death our most worthy and esteemed Comrade, Franklin McCarley, and
   Whereas, we are made to realize that man born of woman is of few days and full of trouble; He cometh forth as a flower and is cut down; therefore,
   Resolved, that we deeply feel our loss and shall ever cherish the memory of our departed Comrade, and shall ever hold his virtues in sacred rememberance, and that his many good deeds will live after him.
   Resolved, that we extend our sympathy in his bereaved family, and that they may feel their loss in his eternal gain.
   By order of Amos Carter Post, Number 388, G. A. R., Patriot, Ohio.
   F. G. Stewart, H. C. Carter, J. W. Neal

Gallipolis Bulletin
Volume XXIV
Number 31
June 16, 1891
Gallipolis, Ohio
Transcribed By: MLT

John P. McCartney, 82, a veteran of the civil war, passed away Wednesday at his home at Cadmus. The funeral was Friday at Sandfork Church. He was a member of the Fourth Ohio Cavalry. He is survived by his wife and three children. Mr. McCartney had been ill for sometime with hardening of the arteries.

   Samuel Rowley McCarty, son of Benjamin and Eliza Rowley McCarty, was born Jan. 13, 1842, and died March 3, 1919, at the age of 77 years, 1 month and 18 days. He was one of the few remaining Civil War veterans of Cheshire. All his life had been spent in and around Cheshire, and his was a loved and familiar figure to all in that community.
   In 1866 he was united in marriage to Mary Hawley, and to this union were born seven children, Mrs. Libbie Dickens of Maggie, W. Va., Richard, Oscar, Homer and Mrs. Maggie Nobles of Cheshire and Edna and Mary at home. His wife, and children and eleven grandchildren survive him, also two sisters, Mrs. Martha Swisher and Mrs. Electa Hoffman.
   He served his country during the Civil War as an enlisted soldier from 1861 to '65. It was at this time he received a severe bullet wound, which caused him much trouble ever since. While quite young he joined the Kyger Baptist Church where he retained his membership. In 1916 he and his wife celebrated their golden wedding anniversary, a very happy occasion.
   He had been a sufferer from a complication of diseases all winter, and at the end passed away peacefully as a child. He will live long in the memory of those who knew him, and his erect, martial figure will be sadly missed.

The funeral of Thomas McClaskey, an old and well known resident of No. 11, was held at Salem Saturday afternoon and the interment was in Salem cemetery. Mr. McClaskey, who was 80 years old, died Wednesday, after a weeks' illness of asthma, although he had been failing health for some time. He was a resident of Gallia county before coming to this vicinity and in his younger days, was a farmer. He was a soldier in the Civil War.
His wife died just a year ago, but he is survived by one son and four daughters. Thomas, Mayme, Elizabeth and Louie, all at home and Mrs. Charles Scott at Minerton, and by one grandson, Earl Morgan who has always resided with his grandparents. He also leaves three sisters. Mrs. America Gould of this city, Mrs. Sarah Dennie of Roseville, and Miss Hettie McClaskey of Bidwell, one half sister, Mrs. Tafeda Swick of Vanceton and three half brothers. David McClaskey of Hawke, Douglas McClaskey of Marion and William McClaskey of Ironton.--Wellston Telegram.

     A.c. McClure, of Crown City, one of the pioneers of this section of the country, died yesterday, about ten days after a second stroke of paralysis. A similar attack twelve years ago broke the health of Mr. McClure, a man of seventy-four years, and forced him to retire from active business life. He was a prosperous general store keeper and farmer.
     In 1861 and 1862 in the early days of the settlement, the late Mr. McClure had a general store in Huntington at the corner which is now Second avenue and Sixth street. For several years and before there was a town this side of the Guyan river he operated the store.
     Later the aged citizen went to Millersport and still later to Crown City. After he had suffered the first paralytic stroke he retired from the merchandise business and bought a large farm close to Crown City where he lived until the time of his death.
     The widow of the late Mr. McClure, whose age is seventy-two years, is in feeble health and is not expected to live long. The shock of her husband's death was great, and it is feared, may hasten the end.
     Since the attack to Mr. McClure ten days ago, he had not been conscious. Seven sons and daughters were at the bedside at the time of death.
     Wednesday was the fifty-fifth wedding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. McClure. However, with both in serious condition, it was impossible to observe the day excepting that a number of persons called and expressed wishes for the recovery of Mr. McClure.
     Besides the sons and daughters twenty grandchildren and three great grandchildren survive, making four generations.
     The names of the near relatives follows: The widow, C.W. McClure and B.C. McClure of Huntington, and Robert McClure of Crown City, sons; Mrs. S.R. Bishop of Huntington, Mrs. Charles Garlic and Mrs. Linus Berry of Crown City, and Mrs. Jesse Snyder of Le Sage, daughters; Charles McClure, Jr. of Huntington, and John McClure of near Columbus, O., brothers.
   The great grandchildren are from five to ten years old.
   The late Mr. McClure was born in Lawrence county, Ohio, the son of a well-to-do farmer. He was a member of the Methodist church, and the Masonic lodge. He was an Odd Fellow. The funeral will be held Saturday morning at ten o'clock at the farm home of the late Mr. McClure. It is expected to be one of the largest funerals ever held at Crown City. The late Mr. McClure was well known in Cabell county, and in Lawrence and Gallia counties in Ohio.

[Note: Death records show that his full name was Adam C. and that he is buried in Miller's Cemetery in Lawrence County. Served in Co. A 188th OVI]

Another of the boys in blue has crossed the great divide and enlisted in the ranks of that ever increasing army whose commander has never suffered defeat.Mr. John William McConnell died at his home on Chillicothe Ave. Saturday afternoon Dec. 10, 1904, after a long and distressing illness with rheumatism, aged 59 years, 7 months and 24 days. The funeral services were conducted Monday afternoon by Rev. Stinson, interment following at Mound Hill, by Wetherholt.
Billy, as he was familiarly called, was a member of Co. B, 193rd O. V. I., and was a member of Cadot Post, G. A. R., under whose auspices the burial was conducted. He was a good citizen, honorable and upright and bore the respect of all who knew him. Besides a wife he leaves the following children: Edward, Wilbert, Willis, Walter, Harry and Miss Emma, and three grandchildren. They will have the sincere sympathy of a host of friends who greatly regret the death of this good man.

Gallipolis Bulletin
December 16, 1904
Transcribed by Irene Hively Blamer Top of Page

   Hon. Charles H. McCormick, one of the county's best known men, passed away at his Green Tp. home at 9:30 Tuesday morning, Jan. 2, 1917. While his health had been poor for a good while, his condition due to diabetes did not become critical until about two weeks ago. He would have been 70 years old next April. The news of his death, tho expected, caused a shock and evoked countless expressions of regret and sorrow. For many years he had been active and prominent in various circles. He was born in Green Tp. and had been a farmer, dry goods dealer in this city, a member of the Ohio General Assembly from 1910 to 1914, a farm lecturer, and an active worker in the M. E. Church. He was an enthusiast and an optimist, a student and a worker.
   Mr. McCormick was a Union soldier and served 100 days in the 141st O. V. I. and later in the 193rd O. V. I. He is survived by his widow who was Augusta Halliday, a daughter of the late Laing Halliday, also six children, a brother and a sister, the only two left of the fourteen children of John R. and Sallie R. McCormick. The children are T. Wey and Edwin at home, Laing and Charley of Idaho, Earl in Utah, and Miles in New Orleans. The brother is Ex-Congressman John W. McCormick, now about 85, and the sister Mrs. Irene Miles of Johnstown, Ohio.
   None of the children living in the West will be able to attend the funeral which will be held at Mt. Zion at 1 o'clock today. Rev. C. W. Brady will officiate. Burial by Wetherholt. The pall bearers will be J. E. Halliday, W. B. McCormick, J. R. McCormick and Ira Mills. Members of the local G. A. R. Post will attend.

   Last Thursday afternoon all that was mortal of Hon. Charles W. McCormick was laid to rest after impressive and touching funeral services conducted by Revs. E. L. Morrell of Rodney and C. W. Brady, an intimate friend of the deceased, at Mt. Zion church in Green township. Mr. McCormick passed away on Tuesday morning, Jan. 2, 1917. The church was filled to overflowing with sympathetic friends and neighbors.
   The news of Mr. McCormick's death was received with universal regret in all parts of the county. Few of our citizens enjoyed such wide acquaintanceship and high personal respect as he. His life time had been spent in gracious deeds and kindly acts, and the good seed he had sown along life's pathway blossomed as the rose to ease his footsteps down the western slope of life and brighten his last hours on earth.
   Mr. McCormick was a pillar of strength in every movement that was good. As a citizen, statesman and soldier his record was unblemished. He leaves behind him the priceless heritage of a good name, and his good works will follow long after him. The following obituary, read at his funeral, all too briefly outlines the scope of his activities during his lifetime:
   Charles Henry McCormick, son of John Rogers and Sarah Ross Waddell McCormick, was born at his late residence in Green Township, Gallia County, Ohio, April 13, 1847, and passed peacefully away Jan. 2, 1917, aged 69 years, 8 months and 19 days.
   On Feb. 22, 1870, he was happily united in marriage with Emma Augusta Halliday in Gallipolis. To them were born seven children, one daughter and six sons, the daughter, Osa, dying at the tender age of four years. The sons survive. Most of his life was spent on the farm and in Gallipolis.
   He was promoter of and worker in farmers' institutes in the county, and finally was appointed lecturer of institutes by the state board of agriculture. At the time of his death he was a member of the Centenary Grange. He had much to do with the organization of the lodge of K. of P.'s in Gallipolis. He was also a member of the I. O. O. F., the Red Men, Sons of Temperance, and G. A. R. He was quite active in these orders, filling the chairs in the K. of P.'s and Odd Fellows lodges. When he moved to the farm he felt that he was disconnected from the lodges, and in a friendly manner while in good standing, withdrew from them.
   Mr. McCormick was at one time president of the Gallipolis District Epworth League, and also president of the Gallia County Sunday School Association. He was chairman of the Relief Committee and distributor of its funds during the flood of 1884. He was a member of the school board of Gallipolis for a number of years, which was one of the pleasant recollections of his later life. He was a member of the General Assembly of Ohio from 1910 to 1914.
   He enlisted in the 141st Regiment of the National Guards May 1, 1864 at the age of 17 and served the full time, being discharged at Gallipolis in September, ??? after which he enlisted and was mustered in as Sergeant of Co. B. 193rd Ohio Volunteer Infantry. His regiment was immediately sent to the Shenandoah Valley under General Hancock, serving until the close of the Civil War, and was mustered out at Winchester, Va., and discharged at Camp Chase August 14, 1865.
   Mr. McCormick began his business career as clerk for Halliday & Miles wholesale store at an early age and was promoted from time to time until he became buyer for the firm. He later went into business for himself and finally moved to the farm where he enjoyed that kind of life and work. He studied farm life and familarized himself with all modern methods and principles of farming, horticulture and trucking being especially attractive to him. He was a prodigious reader of ? farm papers and ??. Few men in the ordinary ? of life were better in ? than he. He ???.
   He was converted ? ? the year 1872 in a revival ? held in Gallipolis by the Rev. ? and joined the M. E. church and was an active member of that church until death, holding many offices in church and Sunday School during that period. He was industrious, accomodating and generous to a fault. He was human and had his shortcomings, but was full of noble deeds and was always a public servant. He was hospitable in his home and enjoyed having company. He had been in failing health for a number of years, and about three months ago his health gave completely away and he kept declining until he was mustered out of every activity of this life and mustered into the endless life beyond.

The Gallia Times
January 10, 1917
Transcriptions by Irene Hively Blamer Top of Page

     Mr. J. Harvey McCormick died at the home of his daughter, Mrs. E.G. Waddell of 626 Third Avenue (this) Friday, Sept. 5, 1924, after a two weeks illness at the age of 82 years.
     Mr. McCormick was a Civil War veteran and had always lived near Rodney until the death of his wife a year ago. Since then he had lived with his son Charley in Green township, coming here for a visit Aug. 21.
     He leaves the following children: Mrs. Myrtie Waddell and Ed McCormick of this city, Frank and Burt of Athens, Mrs. Ora Fox of Rodney, Charles of Blazer and Clyde of Johnstown, Pa.
     Burial will be in charge of Geo. Wetherholt and Sons at Mound Hill but time of funeral will be given Saturday.

[Note: He served in Co. F, 2nd Ohio Heavy Artillery.]

Gallipolis Daily Tribune
September 5, 1924
Transcribed by Henny Evans

   A. M. McCoy died at his home in Middleport at 11 o'clock Monday morning in his 67th year after a brief illness with paralysis. Mr. McCoy was a resident of Gallipolis for 20 years, going from here to Middleport 4 years ago. He was a veteran of the 36th O. V. I. in the Union Army, was a member of the G. A. R. and of the M. E. Church.
   Besides his wife, he is survived by the following children P. F. McCoy, Mrs. George Wyatt, Glouster, Mrs. Charles Kercher, Athens, Mrs. C. B. Forrest, Middleport, Miss Vesta McCoy of this city, and Misses Nora and Garnette at home.
    The funeral will be held at Middleport this morning at 11 o'clock by Rev. Mr. Thomas and the body will be brought here immediately after the services and interred at Pine Street cemetery.

McDaniel, Gehiel Gregory

Death of Mr. McDaniel
     The venerable father of Sheriff W.L. McDaniel, Mr. Gehiel Gregory McDaniel passed over into eternal rest at 6:30 p.m. Friday evening, June 5th, 1903, aged 79 the 3d of last month. He had been in feeble health from old age and a complication of troubles for a long time and of late has been declining. His wife Mrs. Susan McCartney McDaniel, and to whom he was united in marriage 56 years ago survives him, but is so feeble that her death would not be unexpected at any time. She and husband have been staying with their son Will for sometime where they could receive the loving kindness of himself and family and where no attention to their every want, however small, has ever been neglected, but which has been given with that pleasure that ever smoothes the paths of old people to the tomb and as it is ever hoped to a better world.
     The funeral services will be conducted at their old home at McDaniel Sunday at the Sand Fork Baptist Church at 11 a.m., by Rev. F.E. Brininstool of this city. The remains were embalmed and prepared for burial here by Wetherholt, but the burial will be conducted by the Wiseman Bros. at their old home at McDaniel.
     Mr. McDaniel was the father of six children, two only surviving Will and Mrs. Jane M. Davisson widow of the Jesse Davisson of Cadmus. He is also survived by one sister Mrs. Elsie Jane Eakins, of Ironton, mother of Dr. Jehu Eakins of this city, and who is also in feeble health.
     Mr. McDaniel belonged to no orders, but lived in the common acceptation of the term, the quiet, uneventful life of a plain farmer, sustaining kindly relations with all of his neighbors, attending strictly to his own affairs, living religiously, maintaining the family Altar as a member of the church in his household from marriage, and passing down to the tomb with no regrets and respected by all who had ever known him. May peace be with him evermore.

[Note: He served as a Squirrel Hunter. He is buried in Sandfork Cemetery.]

Gallipolis Daily Tribune
June 6, 1905
Transcribed by Henny Evans

Death Called
Mr. W.H.H. McDaniel at His Home in This City Thursday Last
     Mr. W.H.H. McDaniel, 82, died at the home of Charles Morgan on First avenue in this city Thurdsay morning, Nov. 23, 1922, after a week's illness from heart and stomach trouble.
     Mr. McDaniel was a native of this county, born at Cadmus, where he resided until the last few years. In 1869 he married Miss Arminta Copeland. To them were born four children, three of whom survive. They are Fred S. of Bridgeport, Conn., Miss Gertrude of Gallipolis, and Clarence of New York. One brother, Mr. J.L. McDaniel of this city, survives him. Mrs. McDaniel, his wife, died August 2, 1892.
     Mr. McDaniel was a faithful member of the Sandfork Baptist Church, and was a trustee of that church at the time of his death. Brief funeral services were held Friday at the Morgan home, after which services were held at Cadmus at 2:30, interment following there.

[Note: According to the Squirrel Hunter Roster, W.H.H. McDaniel was a member. He is buried at Sandfork Cemetery in Walnut Township and was born March 3, 1840.]

Gallia Times
November 30, 1922
Transcribed by Henny Evans

Taps Sounded
For Franklin McDonald, an Old Soldier of Walnut Tp.
   GALLIA, May 2--This community was shocked over the sudden and unexpected death of Frank McDonald Saturday morning, April 30. Mr. McDonald was as well as usual until a few hours previous to his death. He performed some work on Friday and ate a hearty supper that evening and died before daylight Saturday morning from heart failure.
   Mr. McDonald lived in the western part of Walnut Township on Symmes Creek and was well known in this community as an excellent citizen. He leaves a wife and four children.
   Mr. McDonald was a soldier in the Civil War and was 71 years of age. He was a member of the Gallia Baptist Church for 20 years and the whole community mourns the loss of a good citizen.
     The funeral took place Sunday evening at the Gallia Baptist Church with probably the largest assemblage ever gathered there on a funeral occasion. The funeral was preached by Rev. Yelton and the burial conducted by Undertaker Phillips, successor to the Wiseman Bros. of Waterloo.

[Note: Franklin McDonald was born in 1838, served in Unit Co. F, 27th, O. V. I., and his stone is located in Gallia Baptist Cemetery.]

Gallipolis Journal
Wednesday, May 4, 1910
Transcribed by Karen Strojin Top of Page

McElhinny, Samuel O.

Samuel McElhinny to be Buried Here
    Samuel O. McElhinny, 77, father of Mrs. C.R. Deardorff, 851 King Ave., died from senility Tuesday at the National Soldiers Home at Hampton, Va., where he has been making his home for several years. During the civil war he was decorated for bravery and capturing a rebel flag.
     Mrs. Margaret McElhinny, his wife, was killed last October when run over by a grocery truck in King Ave. Another daughter, Mrs. Maggie Watkins of Dresden and two sons, Edward of Columbus and Fred of Delaware also survive.
     He was a charter member of Gallipolis Lodge of Knights of Pythias and a member of King Ave. M.E. Church. Funeral services will be held here Friday in charge of the Knights of Pythias and the G.A.R.

[Note: Buried in Pine Street Cemetery. Website of Medal of Honor winners shows he was awarded the Congressional Medal of Honor on May 3, 1865 for capturing a rebel flag on April 6, 1865 at Deatonsville, also known as Sailor's Creek, Virginia.; Co A, 2nd WV Cavalry. King Ave M.E. is in Columbus.]

Mr. Robert McGath, a well known resident of Northup, this county, and a veteran of the Civil War, passed away Friday night, Sept. 7, after brief illness. The funeral services were held at Asbury Church in Green township Monday afternoon by Dr. J. M. Davis of Rio Grande, the interment following at Centenary.
Mr. McGath is survived by his wife, two brothers, John McGath of this city, and Henry McGath of Georgia, and ten sons and daughters, Mrs. Lee Rader, Miss Alice McGath, Mrs. Homer Dickey, Mrs. Claude Bramfield, John McGath, Miss Jane McGath, and Miss Sadie McGath, all of Columbus. Clint McGath of Newark, and Miss Frankie and Morris McGath at home.

William McGath, 85, a former resident of Harrison Tp., died aSturday [sic] at the home of his niece and nearest relative, Mrs. J. C. Bickle, 1227 Lockbourne Road, Columbus. He was a Civil War veteran. The body was shipped here Tuesday and the funeral was held that afternoon at Centenary. Burial by Wetherholt & Entsminger.

McGhee, James A.

James McGhee Dead
     James A. McGhee, son of Andrew Jackson and Rebecca McGhee, was born June 19, 1844, and died March 7, 1922, aged 77 years, 8 months and 25 days. He was the second son of a family of 8 children, five of whom have preceeded him in death. Two died in childhood, the others, Mrs. Kathleen Dowler, Mrs. Margaret Patton and Geo. W. McGhee, have preceded him only a few years. The remaining members of this family are Frank and Jefferson McGhee, both of Vinton.
     Mr. McGhee was united in marriage to Permelia Grady, and to this union seven children were born, all of whom, with their mother, survive, except one daughter, Demma, who died young. The McGhee family always lived at Vinton until a few years ago when they moved to Rutland.
     At the beginning of the Civil War, Mr. McGhee,his brother George, and also their father, all enlisted for the cause of liberty. James, being quite young, first served as a wagon master, a member of the 60th O.V.I. His company was captured at Harper's Ferry and they were paroled. He re-enlisted and served until honorably discharged.
     During the time of the Salvation Army services at Vinton he became converted and was never known to waver or falter in his faith. When the army disbandedhere he became a member of the M.E. Church.
Besides his two brothers, Frank and Jefferson, he leaves his aged widow, a daughter, Mrs. Alvira Spires of Rutland, and five sons, Dalton of Kentucky, Joseph of Columbus and Walter of Union Furnace, besides many grandchildren, nephews and nieces and a wide circle of friends to mourn their loss.
     The funeral was held at the Vinton M.E. Church Thursday morning by Rev. McCoy, burial in the McGhee cemetery. The funeral was in charge of the K. of P. order of which he was an honored member.
     Beside the wife and children who came here from Rutland with the remains of their father were Jacob Guinther of Haydenville, Mr. and Mrs. Walter McGhee and two daughters, Ruth and husband, and Helen McGhee and Isaac Dyer of Union Furnace and Mr. and Mrs. Jos. McGhee of Columbus. They were entertained at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Jeff McGhee, Edw. McGhee, Elza McGhee and E.E. Edmiston.

Gallia Times
March 16, 1922
Transcribed by Henny Evans

   Wm. McLeish, son of Duncan and Annie Gow McLeish, was born in Scotland on June 3, 1841, and departed this life on Jan. 28, 1918, aged 76 years, 7 months and 25 days.
   He was united in marriage to Sarah A. Shaffer in 1867, and to this union were born four children, three daughters and a son, Mrs. Ida Viars and Mrs. Lizzie McCall of Grove City, Mrs. Addie Viars of Gahanna and John of White Oak.
   Besides his wife and children he leaves to mourn their loss six grandchildren, a brother John of Hamden and three sisters, Mrs. Margaret McGhee of Hamden, Mrs. Belle Woodruff of Alice, Mrs. Jennie Woodruff of Dayton and one half-sister, Mrs. Mary Ewing of Allendale, Mo.
   He was a soldier in the Civil War and served his country faithfully. He united with the Campaign F. W. B. Church in 1894, and remained a faithful member until death.
   The funeral was held at Bidwell church on Thursday, Jan. 28, conducted by Rev. W. J. Fulton of Rio Grande, burial in the Robinson cemetery by undertaker Glassburn. The pall bearers were Samuel Rife, J. V. Fulton, Perry Thaxton, A. L. Rife, Harlen Fulton and W. C. Shaver.

[Note: Stone is in Vinton Memorial in Huntington Township (not Robinson); Unit Co L 12th OVC & Co K 60th OVI]

Funeral Sermon of L. McMillin, a veteran soldier of Company B, 36th Regiment O. V. I., who was killed at Strausburgh, VA. on the 15th of August, 1864, will be preached at Vinton, by the Rev. Mr. Breare, on the 4th Sunday, being the 30th day of October 1864.

[Note: No stone]

Dropped Dead.
   Mr. Samuel McMillin, of Vinton, dropped dead Wednesday just after dinner, it is supposed from heart disease. He was a man of 60 years of age and leaves a daughter Mrs. William Jackson, of Vinton with whom he lived, and three sons, fine young men engaged in business in the furnance regions. His wife died many years ago. He unfortunately killed her himself. He was going out to shoot a bird, when the gun went off accidently, the load taking effect behind her ear and killing her instantly. His mother was sister to Anselm and Edward Holcomb, and he leaves a brother, Edward McMillen, of Cheshire, and two sisters, Mrs. George Brown, of Cheshire, and Mrs. Jonas Macomber, of Vinton. He was a good citizen, an ex-soldier of the Union and a member of Corwin Post of Vinton.

Gallipolis Daily Tribune
Volume IX
Number 107
May 5, 1898
Gallipolis, Ohio

Transcribed By: MLT                                                                                          Top of Page

Samuel R. McMillin, an old soldier of the 55th O.V.I., died Wednesday at his home in Vinton within forty-five minutes after eating a hearty dinner. He appeared as well as usual up to a few minutes of his death when he complained of a pain in the region of his heart, after eating, which proved fatal. He was sixty-eight years old this month and always appeared well and hearty. He is survived by five children: Ansel and Monson, located at Buffalo, N. Y., Edward and Frank, of Lancaster, and Mrs. W. J. Jackson, of Vinton, with whom he has made his home for several years. His sudden death was a great shock to all. His funeral was Friday afternoon at 1 o'clock under the auspices of the G. A. R., of which body he was a member.

[Note: Has stone; Old Holcomb Cemetery; Born: April 10, 1830; Died: May 4, 1898; Co G 195th OVI S&S]

McMullin, Charles

Death Of Charles McMullin
Mr. Charles McMullin, a citizen of Vinton, this County, went to his barn this morning about 7 o'clock to milk his cow, and that was the last that was seen of him until discovered by Mr. Thomas Callahn dead. The barn is on Mr. Callahan's lot and he happened to find him shortly after his death and while his body was yet warm. Mr Mc Mullin had had heart trouble ever since the war, it being the result of a wound recieved in the Army. And for which he drew a pension of $8 per month, and it was from this that his death came. He leaves a wife and four children to mourn the loss of a kind, industrious husband and father. Some eight years ago Mr. McMullin was terribly crippled by being knocked off the railroad trestle near Glenn's Summit, and the R. R. Company, compromised with him by giving him the water tank to attend to, and that had been his business. He was about fifty years old and was respected and well liked. His burial will be by Undertaker W. F. Butler, Thursday, at one o'clock, under the auspices of Corwin Post, G. A. R., of that place, of which he was a worth while member.

Gallipolis Daily Tribune
Volume III
Number 22
March 26, 1895
Gallipolis, Ohio

Transcribed By: MLT

Charles McMullen, an ex-soldier and member of Corwin Post, dropped dead Tuesday morning at his home in Vinton, from heart disease. He will be buried Thursday, March 20, at 1 o'clock p. m. at Vinton, under the auspices of the G. A. R. and W. R. C. of that place.

[Note: Buried in Old Holcomb in Huntington Township. Other members of this family spelled the name McMillin.]

Gallipolis Journal
March 27, 1895
Transcribed by Irene Hively Blamer Top of Page

   Thomas McNeal, son of Jonathan and Ann McNeal, born Dec. 17, 1845, and died Dec. 16, 1920, being within one day of seventy-five years of age. On Oct. 28, 1869, he was united in marriage to Mary Manring, who died March 3, 1897. He was one of ten children, all of whom have preceded him to the Great Beyond excepting one sister and one brother.
   When Lincoln called for boys to defend our union, Tom, then being only seventeen years of age, was one of the first to enlist in the First Ohio Heavy Artillery, where he served with honor and credit.
   He was a good kind man and neighbor, ready at all times to do his part and help the needy. He leaves to mourn their loss, one sister, Mrs. Mary Cheatwood, Gallia, Ohio, and one brother, Abraham McNeal of Waverley, Ohio, many nephews and nieces and a host of neighbors and friends.

Peter Menager Dead
Peter Menager, for many years a resident of Crown City, died at his home in Huntington, November 24 following a long illness. He was eighty-four years of age and a veteran of the Civil War, having served his country throughout the struggle. He belonged to the Ninety-first Ohio regiment. He was a relative of the Menager families who formerly resided in Gallipolis and was an eccentric character. He leaves his companion, Mrs. Lucinda Menager, and a son, Gerard Menager of Huntington.
Funeral services were conducted at the Good Hope church in Guyan township Sunday evening, burial following in the church cemetery in charge of Undertaker Kincaid. Rev. J.W. Greer of Proctorville, Uncle Peter's comrade in arms, pronounced the funeral rites.

[Note: There is no stone for Peter in Good Hope but according to the census he was born about 1847/48.]

Gallia Times
December 7, 1922
Transcribed by Henny Evans

William Jasper Might died at his home in Vinton Thursday of last week of tuberculosis. He was twice married, first to Polly Ann Shepard, who died in 1895 and in March, 1896, he married Mrs. Martha Hartsook, widow of the late Rev. William J. Hartsook, who survives him. Mr. Might is a step-father of Editor J. W. Hartsook of the Vinton Leader.
He was a veteran of the Civil war and a member of Corwin Post at Vinton, and was also a charter member of the Vinton lodge, Knights of Pythias. He was a fine old gentleman and had many friends. The funeral was held last Saturday at Mt. Tabor by Rev. W. J. Fulton, interment by undertaker Butler.

[Note: No stone. Born September 1845; Died September 12, 1907; Death Record Vol. II; Unit Co D 91st OVI; Family stone]

J.W. Miles Passes to Better World
The End Came Peacefully after Long Decline in Strength
     Mr. J.W. Miles died this Wednesday morning, Dec. 22, 1915, at 12:30, after a gradual decline in vigor extending over several years, at the close of the second month of his 72d year. He had shown unusual weakness since Saturday, but was able to walk on the sidewalk in front of his house yesterday morning. But after his exercise he was so exhausted he told his son Harvey he was not going to be here much longer.
At 12 o'clock last night he awakened Mrs. Miles and said: "Get me up. Call Harvey and Dr. Pritchard." Those were his last words. He was put in his chair in a swoon, and passed painlessly away at 12:30, leaving a widow and four sons.
     The funeral will be Friday afternoon; place and hour to be announced later. The interment will be at Mound Hill by Hayward.
     John Wesley Miles was born Oct. 24, 1844, on his father's farm near Rutland, Meigs county, Ohio. He is the son of John B. and Mary Johnston Miles. His paternal grandparents were John B. and Chloe Jervis Miles, who left Rutland, Vermont, in 1800, came over the mountains to Pittsburg, and from there to Belpre on a flatboat with all their earthly possessions. At that place John B. Miles II was born Mar. 28, 1801. In 1802 the family floated to the mouth of Leading Creek in Meigs county and followed its lower bank through the virgin forest until near the cabin of Brewster Higley, the first settler in Rutland township, named after the Vermont community. The creek was very high, and Mrs. Miles called: "Brewster Higley, if you don't get us across this creek I'll go straight back to Rutland, Vermont!" "Why, that is Chloe Miles' voice," cried Higley. A sycamore was felled across the stream, and over it the Miles family went.
     Mary Johnston's parents were Wm. and Sarah Harmon Johnston, natives of Washington, Pa., who settled near Chester in Meigs county in 1800. She was a school teacher and met John B. Miles in the Cheshire neighborhood. Later his father gave him a farm near Rutland, now known as the Rice Longstreth farm, where J.W. Miles was born.
     In 1849 J.W. Miles' parents removed to Pomeroy, where they lived until 1856, when they went to Racine. In those two places J.W. received his schooling. At the age of 20 he enlisted in the 174th O.V.I., under Captain Eph Carson, and served to the close of the Civil War. After the war he attended commercial school at Dayton, O. In 1866 he came to Gallipolis and went into the marble business with his brother, Columbus Jervis Miles. In 1867 he sold out and went to Cattlesburg and started the first marble business in Northeastern Kentucky. There he remained 16 years, and in 1883 at the solicitation of his brother, returned to Gallipolis, and on his brother's death in 1885 succeeded to the business and conducted it until failing health compelled him to cease work.
     On May 27, 1868, he married Mary Frances McCormick, eldest daughter of Wm. H. and Catherine Hanson McCormick, and granddaughter of John R. and Sarah Ross McCormick and James and Jane Hanson.
Their children are: Wilbur Odell, of Columbus, Miliard L., employed at O.H.E., Clarence Nash, at Belleville; Waid Harvey, at Gallipolis. Mr. and Mrs. Miles adopted Ethel May at five years of age. She married matthew M. Mansfield at Clinton, Okla., where she now resides.
     At the age of 18, J.W. Miles joined the M.E. Church at Racine. He has since been active in church work as singer, chorister, Sunday School superintendent, and a member of official board for forty years. He was a member of Cadot Post, G.A.R., and having joined the Odd Fellows in 1866, was at one time district deputy Grand Master of Northeastern Kentucky. He later retired from the Order. Mr. Miles has had an active and busy career.

Gallipolis Daily Tribune
December 22, 1915
Transcribed by Henny Evans

   John Wesley Miles died at his home on Fourth Ave in Gallipolis at 12:30 a. m. Wednesday, December 22, 1915. The funeral will be conducted at Grace M. E. Church Friday afternoon at 1 o'clock by Revs. J. W. McCormick and W. D. Cherrington, under the direction of Cadot Post, G. A. R. Interment will be in the Mound Hill cemetery by Undertaker Hayward.
   The deceased was one of our best citizens and was held in high esteem by all. He was a brave soldier and led a Christian life and was honest and charitable in all his dealings with his fellowmen. He joined the M. E. Church when 15 and was always active in church affairs.
   Mr. Miles was born at Rutland, Meigs County, on October 21, 1844, the son of J. B. and Mary Johnston Miles. They later resided at Pomeroy and Racine, where he received his education in the public schools. At the age of 20 he enlisted in the 174th O. V. I. under Capt. Carson and served until the end of the Civil War. In 1866 he came to Gallipolis and went into the monument business with his brother C. J. Miles. In 1867 he moved to Catlettsburg where engaged in the same business for 16 years. In 1883 he returned to Gallipolis, re-entering monument business which he conducted until compelled to retire by ill health a few years ago.
   On May 27, 1869, Mr. Miles was married to Miss Mary Frances McCormick, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. W. H. McCormick, who with the following children survive him, Wilbur O., in the insurance business at Columbus; Miliard L., clerk at the O. H. E., Clarence N., dentist at Bellefontaine; W. Harvey, traveling salesman of Gallipolis. An adopted daughter, Ethel May, now Mrs. Matthew Mansfield of Clinton, Okla.

[Note: Has stone. Stone has D. November 22, 1915; obit December / Unit Co F 174th OVI]

Gallipolis Journal
December 23, 1915
Transcribed by Irene Hively Blamer Top of Page

Daniel Miller Ex-County Commisioner Dead
Daniel Miller, Soldier and Citizen passes over the river. Ex-commsioner Daniel Miller died at his home at Mc Daniel's Sunday morning at one o'clock, June 5, 1910, of heart trouble. His funeral service will be Tuesday, but it was not known at this writing whether they would be conducted in Scioto County or in this. Mr. Miller was formerly of Scioto County and part of his folks are buried there. He has been a resident here for 27 years and none of his people buried here. However, it was thought likely that he would be buried in this County and that Rev. A. C. Carrier would conduct the religious services. Mr. Miller left a fine wife and five sons, Arthur, John, Lewis, William and Jacob, all married and prosperous and living right near the home place. He was 65 or 66 years old and was in good circumstances.
He entered the army for the cause of the Union when a very young man and served throughout the war and drew a pension for his disabilities. He was elected Commissioner of the County first, we think, in 1895 and served efficiently for three terms and had friends all over the County - lots of them. He was always in favor of good roads and for he best interests of the people as he saw it. He was a member of the Bethesda M. E. Church and afterward moved his relationship to Olive M. E. Church near where he lived. He had been failing for the last five or six months and his death was not altogether unexpected but will be greatly regretted wherever he was known.

Gallipolis Daily Tribune
Volume XVI
Number 137
June 5, 1910
Gallipolis, Ohio
Transcribed by: Michael L. Trowbridge

Miller, I. N.

   I. N. Miller, Civil War Veteran of Company B. 191 Ohio Volunteer Infantry, formerly a resident of Cross Road, Gallia County, died at his home at Waterloo Tuesday at 2 P. M. at the age of 84. Uncle Nate, as he was familiarly known, had been an invalid for fifteen years, and not walked during all that time.
     He leaves his wife, Martha Ellen Miller, who has tenderly cared for him during his long period of ill health, and the following children: Ed, of Wheelersburg, Frank Miller and Mrs. William Maddy, of Toledo, and Mrs. Leonard Mc Donald, of Waterloo, Fred, of Cleveland, Mrs. Earl Cheatwood, of Gallia, Prof. E. R. Miller, of Ada, and Ethel, at home. Mr. and Mrs. Miller had been married sixty one years and this is the first death in their home. Their youngest child being thirty six years old.
     Funeral services were held Thursday at 2 P. M. at the Rehobeth M. E. Church, where he was a member. Rev. Barbe officiating. Burial in the cemetery there in charge of W. W. Phillips.

[Note: Buried in Lawrence County. B. 7/14/1845 D. 11/5/1929]

Gallipolis Daily Tribune
Volume XXXV
Number 263
November 7, 1929
Gallipolis, Ohio

Transcribed By: MLT Top of Page

Miller, Jacob

Funeral Services For Civil War Veteran
Jacob Miller, veteran of the Civil War was buried Sunday afternoon in Gravel Hill cemetery following funeral services at his late home on the Mill Creek road. Mr. Miller was 86 years old and is survived by his wife and several children.

[Note: His tombstone reads that he was in Co. F, 60th OVI.]

Gallipolis Daily Tribune
May 1, 1929
Transcribed by Henny Evans

Died, at the Merchants' Hotel, Sunday morning, at 11 o'clock, of pneumonia, Mr. John Miller, of Ansonia, O. Deceased was a member of the 18th U.S. Regulars, and served in the same company with the late N. N. Ralph. He was here on a visit to his son, who is an inmate of the O. H. E. The remains were shipped to his home by Undertaker Wetherholt, acting under orders of the Grand Army of the Republic.

Gallipolis Bulletin
Vol. xxviii No. 31
June 8, 1895
Transcribed by Margaret Calvin Top of Page

Richard Miller Died Saturday
Richard Miller, a native of Germany and a Civil War veteran, died at his home in this city Saturday evening. The funeral was Tuesday afternoon by Rev. Wood, interment in Pine Street Cemetery.
He married Miss Susannah Rose of this county in 1863 and to them were born 12 children; six of whom, Alberta of Dayton; W.A. of Irwin, C.A. of Paynesville, B.A. of Mercerville; Mrs. H.E. Shoemaker of this city and Mrs. Chas. Houck of Minnesota, with their mother, 14 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren, survive him.

[Note: death certificate: Richard S.A.B. Miller was born Jan 11, 1828 in Saxony Welmer, Germany; died Feb. 8, 1919 in Gallipolis, Ohio; 90 years and 28 days of age. Parents names: unknown]

[Note: From stone, Miller, Richard SAB - born 1829 / died 1919 / Unit Co I 173rd OVI Co K 60th OVI] from transcription by Irene Blamer

Mills, William Waddell

Death of Dr. W.W. Mills
Dr. William W. Mills, eldest son of John N. and Mary Mills of Green township, died at his residence in this city, Thursday, October 4th, at 8 o'clock, P.M. The deceased was born at the old homestead in Green township, June 6th, 1831. At the age of 23 years he graduated from the Starling Medical College at Columbus, having a few months previously married Margaret, daughter of Samuel Johnston. When the call came for troops, Dr. Mills went to Athens and enlisted in the 18th Ohio, under Gen'l. Grosvenor. He served as Surgeon three years and was discharged for disability, having contracted neuralgia, which it is believed, finally resulted in his death.
Dr. Mills became a permanent resident of our city in 1873, and since he has been prominently identified with her political, business and social interests. He was a skillful surgeon, a cautious, prudent and wise physician. His fitness was recognized by an appointment as U.S. Pension Examiner at this point, under the Republican regime. In the dreaded year of '78, when yellow fever scourged city and vicinty and drove the citizens to the mountains, Dr. Mills attended the bedside of the dying. In political life the Doctor aspired to legislative honors and though defeated continued as a persistent campaigner. He reared a family of seven children. The deceased embraced the M.E. Church, and when the remains were laid in Mt. Zion Cemetery beside the loved ones gone before, the ministers of this faith, Revs. B.A. Stebbins, J.C. Arbuckle and W.H. Gibbons, administered the last church rites to the departed soul. The remains were cared for by the G.A.R. Post of this city, a delegation of that body accompanying the body to the outskirts of the city. The deceased held a life endowment of $2,000 in the Knights of Honor.

Gallipolis Journal
October 12, 1887
Transcribed by Henny Evans

   John Moates, who has been sick the past two years with dropsical and heart trouble, died last Thursday morning at 7 o'clock, at his home in Maple Shade. He was united in marriage to Eliza J. Lovett on the 18th day of April, 1867, who, with two children--Frank, aged twenty-seven, and Cora, fourteen, survive him. He leaves one sister, Mrs. Margaret Spencer, of Columbus, and four brothers, Peter, of Ashland; George, of Ironton; James and Fred, of Columbus.
   Deceased served through the war in the Eighteenth Battery Light Artillery, under Captain C. C. Aleshire, and at the time of his death was a member of Cadot Post G. A. R., who had charge of the funeral, which occurred Saturday afternoon at 2 o'clock, Rev. Gelvin officiating and Wetherholt having charge of the burial at Mound Hill.
   After his return from the army, Mr. Moats went to work in the furniture factory and remained in the company's employ twenty-eight years, but was compelled to resign two years ago on account of ill health. He was an industrious man who counted his friends by the score.

Gallipolis Journal
October 12, 1897
Transcribed by Irene Hively Blamer Top of Page

Death of Colonel Montgomery.
A Natural Born Fighter Yields To The King Of Terrors.
     Colonel James Henry Montgomery of Bladen, Ohio, and of the galliant old 33rd Ohio Volunteers, died at his home Tuesday evening, January 18, 1898, at 9 o'clock, aged 65 years.
   He leaves an invalid wife and sons Lewis F., and George at home, Sherman in the West, and one daughter, Mrs. Darley Chapman of Central City.
   The Colonel had been in declining health for a year or two, and has not been to Gallipolis for a year or more, contenting himself to stay around home and caring for his wife.
   Monday in the night he was taken ill with kidney trouble. Dr. W. J. Fletcher, who had attended him on many occassions when he was afflicted in that way, was called, but was unable to arrest the progress of his trouble, and uremic poisoning set in which ended in his death as stated. At this writing we have not the particulars of the funeral services, nor data at hand in regard to his eventual life, but may have something more to say at a future date.
   Colonel Montgomery was one of the first to enlist to fight for his County's cause in 1861. He raised a company, was elected lieutenant, became its colonel at the close of the war. He participated in many of the bloodiest battles of the war and was wounded repeatedly, being shot entirely, we believe, through both lungs, but owing to his wondereful vitality survived every wound, sickness and hardship to the last. He was a tremendous man physically and courageous as a lion. He was a man of strong intellect, too, quite an orator, and took a lively interest in politics and all public matters. He represented this County as a Republican in the Legislature.

[Note: Date of birth would have been about 1833]

Gallipolis Daily Tribune
Volume IX
Number 16
January 19, 1898
Gallipolis, Ohio

Transcribed By: MLT Top of Page

James H. M. Montgomery

A Tribute To An Old Soldier.
To The Editor Of The Tribune:
     In August, 1861, when the life of this Nation was imperiled, Captain James H. M. Montgomery recruited a company of men was assigned Company F, 33rd Regiment, Ohio Volunteer Infantry, and went forth to battle for the Stars and Stripes. This Regiment went into the field. Captain Montgomery was always ready with his Company for duty. This Company was composed of Gallia County boys, many of whom did not return, but today fill an unknown grave beneath a Southern sky. After passing through many haard contested battles, this Regiment was engaged in the Battle of Cickamauga, Georgia, September 19 and 20, 1863, in which Captain Montgomery was wounded in the thigh and also lost his left eye from the effects of a spent ball striking him in the temple. Colonel John W. Sill was the first Colonel of this Regiment, Colonel Oscar F. Moore of Portsmouth, the second Colonel, and was in comand at the Battle of Chickamauga, Georgia, Col. Sill having previously to Brigadier General. Colonel O. F. Moore resigned his commision on the 20th of July, 1864. Captain Montgomery was promoted to Lieutenant Colonel September 26, 1863, and at the resignation Colonel of that galliant old Regiment and remained in command until the close of the war when the Regiment was mustered out of service and they returned to their homes. Colonel Montgomery, while leading a charge in front of Atlanta the entire body, the ball penetrating his right lung. He was taken off the field for dead, but being a man of undaunted courage and would give way to his feelings, he speedily recovered and soon returned to his command.
   This gallant old Regiment, under command of Colonel Montgomery, charged Missionary Ridge amid shot and shell and climbed the mountain and was the first to gain the summit and drive the rebels from their position, terminating in a glorious victory. Colonel Montgomery was a soldier in the true sense; he was a loyal and patriotic citizen, but like Garfield, Sheridan, Sherman, Crook, Logan and others has joined the mighty hosts on the other shore. Peace to his ashes andrest to his soul.
   OLD SOLDIER.

Gallipolis Daily Tribune
Volume IX
Number 18
January 21, 1898
Gallipolis, Ohio

Transcribed By: MLT

Jacob Moodispaugh, an old soldier resident of the Gallia neighborhood passed away at his home Oct. 29. He was about 88 years of age. Besides his wife, he leaves several grown children. The funeral was held Friday at the Gallia Baptist Church.

The Gallia Times
November 6, 1918
Transcribed by Irene Hively Blamer Top of Page

     Mr. A. F. Moore died early Tuesday morning, January 12, 1909, after an illness of two years. He had been confined to the house for several months and Friday was taken worse. Sunday afternoon his condition became serious and lost consciousness Monday morning. The end was peaceful.
    Mr. Moore was a native of Columbiana county and was born, on February 22, 1838. He was of Irish stock, his parents coming to this country in the early days of the last century. He was married to Miss Belle Stoors, of Marietta, in 1863 and came to Gallipolis in 1869.
   He served in the 39th regiment O. V. I. and later was an engineer on a U. S. gunboat. At the close of the war he followed the river as engineer until 1872 when he entered the insurance and real estate business in this city which he managed successfully until he sold out a few years ago and formed a partnership with P. T. Wall in real estate and brokerage business. His health compelled him to abandon all business in November 1906.
   Besides his wife he leaves two children, Mrs. John Norvell, of Charleston, and Miss Eleanor Moore of this city. A son Alfred Stoors Moore died in infancy and a daughter, Mrs. Anna Briggs died in April 1906. He also leaves several sisters.
   The funeral services were conducted at his late home Thursday afternoon by Rev. Maguire of the Presbyterian Church and Rev. Ernest Mayer, interment following at Pine street cemetery. He had been a member of the Masons for over a quarter of a century and the Knights Templars had charge of the services. The pall bearers were C. M. Adams, S. A. Dunbar, J. R. Safford, Thos. L. Bell, S. A. Rathburn and J. H. Ewing.

Moore, Barney

Aged Resident Dead

Barney Moore, for many years a resident of Guyan Township, died at his home in Huntington, W.va., last Thursday. He was eighty-five years old and a veteran of the Civil War. He was the father of ten children, seven of whom are living. He belonged to the colony of emigrants that came to Guyan Township, from Noble county in the early seventies.
The funeral and burial occurred in Huntington, Sunday afternoon and many of Mr. Moore's relatives from this community attended the services.

[He served in Co. I, 67th Ohio Volunteer Infantry. He was born in 1844 and died July 18, 1925.]

Gallia Times
July 23, 1925
Transcribed by Henny Evans

Moore, Edward Thomas

E.T. Moore Dies at Charleston
Former Gallipolis Business Man Expires at Age of 75
     Edward Thomas Moore died at McMillen Hospital in Charleston, W.Va., at 6 o'clock this Friday morning of a general nervous breakdown. He spent the winter at Battle Creek, and stopped at Charleston about six weeks ago while on his way to Florida. He was 75 years old the 5th of April last.
     Mr. Moore was born in Center County, Penn. While at Gambier College he enlisted in the 12th O.V.I., and served in the Union Army from 1861 to 1865, being a member of McCoy Post, G.A.R., of Columbus. After the war he went into the book business in Charleston, coming to Gallipolis in 1878, where he owned a book store until about 1904, after which he traveled for a wholesale wall paper house.
     He was married in 1866 to Miss Martha Blake. Four children resulting from that union, survive him--Edward in California, Frank M. and S.A. in Gallipolis, and Harry in California. One brother, Will, lives at Chattanooga.
     The funeral will be at Charleston Sunday afternoon. Mr. Moore has been a member of the Methodist Church since his early manhood, and has been a large giver to the church institutions, his contributions to the Board of Foreign Missions totaling some $5,000 in the last few years. He was also a member of a
Columbus Masonic Lodge.
     Mr. Moore was a man of fine business training, thorough in all the details of his business, and a constant money-maker. He was a great reader and found time for study in many directions outside his regular business activities.

Gallipols Daily Tribune
June 5, 1914
Transcribed by Henny Evans

Jacob Moore Dead
     Jacob William, son of Caleb and Rebecca Moore, was born June 24, 1844, in Springfield township, Gallia county, Ohio, and departed this life Sept. 30th 1922, aged 78 years, 3 months and 6 days.
     On August 6, 1864, he was united in marriage to Mary E. White, and to them were born six children. Two daughters and one son have crossed the river before him. His aged wife and three children, Thomas J., Mrs. Martha Kemper, Mrs. Eliza Kemper, twenty grandchildren, and nine great grandchildren survive him.
     Besides his immediate family, he leaves three brothers, Timothy and Caleb of Gallipolis, and Joseph of Columbus, and one sister, Mrs. Sophia Denney of Columbus.
     About two weeks after his marriage he was called to the defense of his country, where he served faithfully until he was honorably discharged. Later in life, about 50 years ago, he joined that other army, the army of the Lord with Jesus as his captain, and was an ardent, valiant soldier of the cross.
     Funeral services were conducted on Monday, Oct. 2, at Prospect church by Rev. R. R. Denney and burial followed in the Prospect cemetery. The pall bearers were six of his grandsons, Earl, Jake and Teddy Moore, Claude, Marion and Marriell Kemper.

Moore, James A.

Death of James A. Moore
Mr. James A. Moore, of Harris, died Dec. 12, 1900, about 59 years old. He was an old soldier belonging to Co. M, 7th O.v.C., during the Civil war, and was a very fine man. He leaves a wife, one son and three step-children. He drew a pension of $12 for disabilities. He had been down a week from a stroke of paraylysis. The funeral services were conducted by Rev. W.J. Fulton and Undertaker Dan Glassburn, the burial at the Long cemetery.

Gallipolis Weekly Tribune
December 21, 1900
Transcribed by Henny Evans

Lafayette Moore, one of Guyan township's best citizens, passed away on Sunday, January 4, 1914, aged 70 years. The funeral was conducted at the Good Hope Church Tuesday, burial following in the church cemetery.

Gallipolis Bulletin
January 8, 1914
Transcribed by Irene Hively Blamer Top of Page

     William Rufus Morgan, who has been seriously ill for the past six weeks died Thursday morning at the Holzier hospital. The body was removed to the home of his sister-in-law, Mrs. Libbie Morgan, where the funeral services were held Saturday morning by Rev. C. E. Mackenzie.
     Mr. Morgan, who was familiarly known as "Pum" was the son of Dr. Elisha and Salina Town Morgan who came here from New York in 1847. He was the third of seven children viz., Henry W., Salem, Dr. Charles and Miss Mary all deceased and Capt. J. Frank Morgan of Ironton and Capt. Ed Morgan of this city. He was united in marriage to Miss Sallie Martin of Vinton and they became the parents of two sons, William and Floyd. William died in Cincinnati a number of years ago. Mrs. Morgan died several years ago in this city. His son Floyd, who survives him is manager of a large cotton exchange in New Orleans. He was with his father during the first of his illness and arranged everything for his comfort, but was unable to return for the funeral.
     Mr. Morgan was Lieutenant in Captain Aleshires Company in the War of the Rebellion and participated in one of the worst battles of the war at Franklin, Tenn. He was for a number of years connected with the Eureka Flour Mills and later was engaged in business in Cincinnati and New Orleans. He was universally well liked and numerous friends here and elsewhere will regret to learn of his death.

William Rufus Morgan died at the Holzer Hospital in this city Thursday morning April 17, 1912, aged 74 years. The body was taken to the home of his sister-in-law, Mrs. Libie Morgan, on Third Avenue, where the funeral services were conducted Saturday afternoon by Rev. MacKenzie of St. Peter's Episcopal Church, interment following at Mound Hill Cemetery by Undertaker Hayward. Mr. Morgan was the son of the late Dr. Elisha and Salina Town Morgan.
At the beginning of the Civil War he enlisted as a Lieutenant in Capt. Charles C. Aleshire's Battery and was in one of the most hotly contested battles of the war at Franklin, Tennessee. He was for a time manager of the Eureka Flour Mills for the Aleshires. About this time he was married to Miss Sallie Martin and two children were born to this union. William and Floyd. He is survived by brothers, Ed Morgan of this city and Frank Morgan of Ironton, his wife and son William died several years ago. Mr. Morgan was a highly respected and useful citizen and his death brings much sorrow to a wide circle of warm friends.

[Note: from stone born June 4, 1832 died April 18, 1912 / Death Record Vol II / Unit 18th OLA S&S]

Gallipolis Journal
April 24, 1912
Transcribed by Irene Hively Blamer Top of Page

Death of Jackson Morris
   Jackson Morris was born Sept. 12, 1840 in West Virginia, died Jan. 10, 1909, aged 68 yrs., 8 mo. and 28 days. His parents died when he was quite young and he was brought up near Rio Grande, Ohio, in the family of Harrison Wood.
   When our country was in its perilous condition and called for protection , he was one of those noble boys who volunteered his service for his country, enlisting in the 91st Ohio Volunteer Infantry and served for 8 years. He endured many privations and hardships.
   In the year 1861 he was united in marriage to Amanda Shelton. The greater portion of their married life was spent in Washington and California and when they returned they located on the old Shelton homestead near Wales, Ohio, where Mrs Morris departed this life Dec. 14, 1904.
   On Sept. 21, 1905 the deceased was married to Mrs. Jane Cartright of Gallipolis, Ohio, who survives him, besides he (sic) leaves other relatives who live in West Va. Mr. Morris joined the U. S. church at Wales, Ohio about 2 yrs. ago under the present pastor. All was done that kind hands could do, but could not stay death's hands. He was an industrious man and the community has lost a good neighbor and a kind friend. His sad death is an evidence that God works in a mysterious way.

John H. Morrison
Soldier, Farmer and Merchant, Paid Nature's Last Debt
   Mr. John H. Morrison of Evergreen, one of the best known and best liked and respected men of the county, passed away at his home at ten p. m. Wednesday, May 7, 1919, after a two weeks' illness. He was in his 75th year. Mr. Morrison is survived by his widow, Cynthia Cherrington Morrison, two sons, William A. of Delaware, and Edgar T., of Bidwell, and one daughter Mrs. Horace M. Bing of Delaware. He has two sisters, Mrs. Elizabeth Boley and Mrs. Annette Odell, both of West Virginia.
   He was born in Nicholas County, W. Va., and resided there until 16 years of age, coming to this county then and resided here ever since. He and his good wife were married in 1866, after his return from service in the Civil War in the 23rd O. V. I.
   For many years he has farmed and conducted a merchandizing (sic) business at Evergreen, where he won the confidence and respect of all with whom he came in contact. He was a life-long member of the Methodist Church and an ardent advocate of all that makes life brighter and better, sincere and kindly, and his friendships were many and lasting.
   The funeral services were held at Westerman Church near his late home Friday afternoon, conducted by Rev. J. F. Gordon, his pastor, Rev. Arthur P. Cherrington, his nephew, and The Rose Commandery, Knight Templars, of this city, of which he had long been a valued member. The interment followed in the Cherrington cemetery by Wetherholt & Entsminger of this city.

John Morrison Aged Veteran Died May 7th
   John H. Morrison died at 10 o'clock Wednesday night, May 7, at his home in Evergreen, after an illness of two weeks. He was one of Springfield Tp's. best known men having been successfully engaged in the mercantile business at Evergreen for many years. He was in his 75th year.
   The decedant (sic) was born in Nicholas County, W. Va., and came to this county when 16 years old.
He was married in 1866 to Cynthia Cherrington in a happy union which lasted about 53 years. In 1863 he enlisted as a corporal in the 23 O. V. I., and served to the close of the war, in which he was wounded. He witnessed Sheridan's famous ride to Winchester.
   He was a life-long Methodist and an active supporter to his church. Kind, genial, hospitable he won high-esteem, and lived a useful life.
   The immediate relatives surviving are his widow; two sons, W. A. Morrison of Delaware, O., and Edward T., Bidwell merchant; one daughter, Mrs. H. M. Bing, also of Delaware; two sisters, Mrs. Elizabeth Boley and Mrs. Annettee Odell of Hominy Falls and Gad, W. Va., respectively.
   The funeral was at Westerman Church Friday at 2 p. m., with services by Rev. J. F. Gordon and Rev. A. P. Cherrington, his nephew, and by the Rose Commandery of Knights Templars, of which he was a member. Interment by Wetherholt & Entsminger at the Cherrington Cemetery.

[Note: John H. Morrison born October 24, 1844, served in Unit Co. D, 23rd, O. V. I. His stone (John K. Morrison 1843-May 7, 1919, per family stone John H. Morrison) is located in Pine Hill (Evergreen) Cemetery.]

Henry Morrow, age 69 years, an old soldier and a member of the 173rd O. V. I. Company C, died suddenly Saturday with paralysis. The funeral services were held Monday at the Presbyterian Church and the burial was at Pine St cemetery under the direction of...[missing text] of which he was a member.

DIED
Mossman--Monday night, near Hawk's Station, Vinton county, Ohio, MR. ANDREW J. MOSSMAN, with disease of the lungs, in his 41st year. He leaves a wife and 7 children--2 girls and 5 boys. He was a soldier in the late war, was in Company D, 195 Ohio, from which he never fully recovered. He was raised and lived in this county until in the last few years. The deceased was the youngest brother of Albert Mossman, of this city. He was a kind father and a good husband.

Mossman, Charles

Charles Mossman Dead
Charles Mossman, aged about 75 years, and a brother of Mr. J. D. Mossman of Springfield township, died suddenly last Tuesday morning of heart trouble at his home at Waterloo.
He was born in Gallia County and is survived by his wife and two daughters.

Mossman, Charles

Death of Waterloo Resident.
     Charles Mossman, aged about 75 years, died at his home at Waterloo at an early hour (this) Tuesday morning, Feb. 13, 1917, following an illness with heart trouble.
     He was born in Gallia county and has resided in this and Lawrence county all of his life. He married the daughter of Thomas Cooper who with two daughters in the West and one brother J. D. Mossman of Bidwell survive him.
     He was a prominent citizen and has numerous friends in both counties who will mourn his death. He was a veteran of the Civil War.
     The funeral arrangements have not been decided upon awaiting the arrival of his daughters.

Gallipolis Daily Tribune
February 13, 1917
Transcribed by Joanne Galvin

Old Soldier Charles Mossman Passes Away
Charles Mossman, aged about 75 years, died at his home at Waterloo early Tuesday morning, Feb. 13, 1917, following an illness with heart trouble.
He was born in Gallia County and has resided in this and Lawrence County all of his life. He is survived by his wife, who is a daughter of Thomas Cooper, two daughters in the West, and one brother, J. D. Mossman of Bidwell R. D. He was an old soldier and a fine citizen.

[Note: Per Soldiers & Sailors, Charles Mossman served in Unit Co. K, 36th, O. V. I.]

Veteran Dead
John Mossman, a Civil War veteran making his home with John Scarberry on Mill Creek, expired suddenly on the street, near the Alma Hotel Monday. He was aged 75 years and was a brother of David Mossman, a former Superintendent of the County Infirmary. The remains were handled by Undertaker Wetherholt and he was laid to rest in Pine St. cemetery under the religious services of Rev. Mr. Powell.

[Note: John Mossman served in Unit Co. I, 173rd, O. V. I. Per Death Records Vol. II, he was born in 1839 and died March 16, 1914.]

A Good Man Gone
James Mullineux, 69, a former well known building contractor of Gallipolis, died very suddenly while seated in a chair at his home in this city Sunday evening about 7 o'clock. His funeral services will be held Thursday at his late home under the directions of the Masonic and G. A. R. orders.
Mr. Mullineux was a native of this city and had lived here all his life. During the civil war he enlisted in the First Ohio Heavy Artillery and served three years. Later he and his brothers operated the Mullineux planing mill until a few years ago. After the war he was united in marriage to Miss Anna Kuhn, sister of Mayor Kuhn, who with one son, Edward, of this city, and daughter, Mrs. Stockton Downtain of Warsaw, Ky., survives him. One brother, Mr. John Mullineux, three half brothers, Joseph, Fred and Charles and one half sister, Mrs E. L. Neal all of this city also survive him.

[Note: James Mullineux served in Unit Co. G, 1st, O. V. H. A. Per Death Records Vol. II, he was born August 4, 1844 and died January 18, 1914. His stone is located in Pine Street Cemetery.]

Death of John Mullineux
Sterling Citizen and Veteran of the Civil War Passes Quietly Away
   Though the death of John Mullineux had been anticipated as an event that might occur at any time for months past, yet his passing June 29 was an occurence of more than local interest. He was known over the county for years as a member of a contracting firm which had constructed Rio Grande College, and other public buildings and many of the handsomest residences in town and county. In that work he had spent the vigor of his youth, his best years of mature manhood and when nature called for his retirement he still lingered at the old planing mill. It was a calling that came down from his father and the noteworthy fact of the occupation was that he and his brothers, associates, had given the name Mullineux the honor and prestige of conscientious and honest dovetail of good material and skillful workmanship. He found time, though to shoulder a musket and defend the union of the States with his full heritage of British blood and courage.
   Mr. Mullineux was a modest individual, as clean, patriotic and loyal in his duty to his community as any citizen the town ever had. His domestic life was ideal and fruitful, and he was granted the scriptural limit of years because an even, consistent performance of the duties of a good husband and splendid father make for years.
   The deceased was born at Wilkesville February 26, 1839. February 12, 1862, he married America Day and she with sons Will and Harry and Mrs. Roscoe J. Mauck, survive him. With the death of his mother, the father married again at Hamden, the second set of children, who survive, being Joseph and Charles and Mrs E. Lincoln Neal of this city and Fred Mullineux at Chicago.
   The funeral services were held Thursday at the family residence, by Rev. F. M. Evans of the Grace M. E. Church.

[Note: John Mullineux served in Unit 4th, Wv., V. I. His stone is located in Mound Hill Cemetery.]

Mr. Jordan Nanna Dead
Mr. Jordan Nanna died at 2 o'clock (this) Monday afternoon, July 27, 1914, after an illness of a few days from paralysis, aged 71. Mr. Nanna was a Veteran of the Civil War and drew a pension.
Mr. Nanna was at one time a well to do farmer and lived at Rodney several years back. He operated a threshing machine outfit for many years. Mr. Nanna's son and daughters are here from Pittsburg, arriving a short time before his death. Hayward conducts funeral.

Gallipolis Daily Tribune
Volume XX
Number 175
July 27, 1914
Gallipolis, Ohio

Transcribed By: MLT

Death of Frank Nash
     Mr. Frank Nash, son of the late Judge Simeon Nash, died at the Athens hospital on Thursday morning, November 2, 1905. The remains were brought here Friday afternoon and taken to the residence of Mr. W. C. Hayward, where brief services were conducted by Rev. Meyers, of the Episcopal Church, the burial following at Mound Hill cemetery. The deceased is survived by a wife and one daughter.
     Mr. Nash spent the greater part of his life in this city. During the war he became a telegraph operator and had important posts of duty. He afterward became a Quartermaster's clerk in the army and was at various other points. He was a fine clerk, neat and attractively genteel in manners and dress, talented and full of fun and wit he made desirable company in almost any circle. After his mother's death he opened a large queensware store in Huntington, but was not a success at that.
     Following the failure in business at Huntington the family moved to Pittsburg, Pa., (sic( but the worry over business failures and continued ill health unbalanced Mr. Nash's mind and he came to this city and sought and through the influence of friends was admitted to the Athens hospital.
     At one time Mr. Nash assumed the leadership of the Gallia county Democracy, and built up a large and well organized Democratic club that was a credit to the party and to the town. He was the only Democrat in the Nash family.

Death of Gen. Wm. H. Nash
     General William H. Nash died at his home at Columbus, Tuesday, aged about 68 years, after an illness of several weeks. He was a son of the late Judge Simeon Nash and a nephew of the late William Nash and Samuel A. Nash
   He was appointed a captian (sic) of volunteers Nov 26, 1862, and was made a major in 1865 for distinguished gallantry. He entered the regular army with the rank of captain and rose through the grades until April 21, 1898, when he was made a brigadier general. He was retired at his own request May 8, 1898, being past the age of 62 years.
   Since that time he has made his home in Columbus. He was twice married. His first wife was Miss Susan Forsythe. His widow was formerly Mrs. Theodore Wilson.
   The remains arrived here Wednesday evening and were met by friends and by a detail from Company C and escorted to the residence of Mrs. Chas. D. Maxon. Thursday morning they were conveyed to the Presbyterian Church, escorted by C, where the funeral services were held, Rev. Dr. Palmer, assisted by Rev. E. H. Gelvin, officiating, the burial following at Pine Stret (sic) cemetery by Hayward & Son. A detail from Company C acted as pall bearers, and Messrs. Alfred Henking, W. H. Henking, George House and J. W. Gardener acted as an escort. Funeral services were also held in Columbus Wednesday morning and the remains were escorted from the residence to the station by the U. S. Regulars stationed at Columbus.

[Note: Per Soldiers & Sailors, Gen. William H. Nash served in Unit Co. H, 5th, O. V. I. He was born June 22, 1834 and died December 2, 1902.]

Neal, Elijah B.

E.B. Neal Dead
Was Father of G.E. Neal, A Local Insurance Man, Buried Tuesday
Elijah B. Neal, prominent citizen of the Bladen community,died suddenly of heart trouble last Sunday morning, April 3, 1910. He was born in Fayette county, W.Va., April 20, 1840, and was married to Miss Louisa J. Lynch, Feb. 3, 1859. He was quartermaster in the Union Army at Charleston during the civil war and at the end of the great conflict settled at Swan Creek where he has since resided. He was the father of eight children of whom daughters, Mrs. Martha Davis, Mrs. Ida L. Donnally and son Gilbert E. Neal, survive him, besides his wife.
He was a member of the Knights of Pythias, Knights of Golden Eagle, and was a member of Mt. Zion Baptist Church. He was a kind father, a good husband and citizen was respectedy all who knew him. The funeral was held Tuesday morning at Mt. Zion Baptist church in Waugh Bottom, by Rev. T.F. Carey of Greenfield, Ohio, burial following at the same place by Wetherholt under the auspices of the Golden Eagle.

Gallipolis Bulletin
April 8, 1910
Transcribed by Henny Evans

Good Citizen Called
James M. Neal, Well Known Citizen of Swan Creek, Passed Away Sunday Night
Mr. James M. Neal, a well known resident of this county, passed away Sunday night, April 30, 1922, about ten o'clock at his home at Swan Creek. He had been in failing health for some time. Mr. Neal was in his 77th year. He was a veteran of the Civil War, and was a man of splendid character, and was well liked and respected. His widow and four sons, Ira and Bert of Swan Creek, and Harry and Clyde of Gallipolis, survive him. The funeral was held at Mercerville Tuesday morning.

[Note: He served in Co. G, 1st Ohio Volunteer Heavy Artillery and is buried at Mercerville Cemetery in Guyan Township.]

Gallia Times
May 4, 1922
Transcribed by Henny Evans

James Neal Dead
James W. Neal, aged about 75, and a well known resident of Wigner, this county, died suddenly of heart trouble Saturday evening about 9 o'clock. His funeral services were held Tuesday morning, interment following at Sandfork. Mr. Neal had been thrice married. His first wife was Miss Mary Frances White, daughter of the late Levi White of Walnut township. They became the parents of Mrs. Addie Willey of Illinois, Mrs. Richard Carter of Madison county, this state, T. L. Neal of London and E. Y. Neal of Lockbourne, Ohio. His second wife was Miss Myrtle Scurlock of Jackson County, who bore him no children. His third and surviving wife was Miss Etha Stewart, daughter of Squire Fred Stewart of Rio Grande. They became the parents of Orin, Vaughn, Fred Louise and Paul Neal. Mr. Neal was a soldier during the civil war. He was a life-long Methodist and a good citizen with many friends.

James Neal Dies
James Neal, a farmer residing near Alexandria, died Saturday, aged 73. The funeral services were held Tuesday and he was laid to rest at Sandfork. He was a veteran of the Rebellion.
He is survived by his third wife and a family of five. He was the father of Henry Neal, ex-groceryman of this city. Dallas D. Neal, the druggist among others of this city, attended the funeral. Last week the deceased received a visit from his father, Thomas Neal, a chipper young man of past 97.

[Note: James W. Neal served in Unit Co. E, 141st, O. V. I. Per Death Records Vol. II, he was born September 11, 1831 and died April 18, 1914 (per family stone he was born in 1839), His stone is located in Neal Cemetery, (Sandfork, per obituary), Walnut Township.]

Thomas H. Neal Died At Ironton Thursday, April 14, Of Heart Trouble
Was Former Gallia County Boy and Practiced Law Here
     Attorney Thomas H. Neal, who was seized with a severe attack of organic heart trouble early in the week and lay for many hours in a state of coma, passed to the Great Beyond Thursday evening, shortly after six o'clock, aged sixty-four years.
     Thomas H. Neal was born in Gallia County, Nov. 14, 1846 and spent most of his life in the county of his birth, residing there until about ten years ago, when he moved to Ironton.
     When Lincoln issued his call for soldiers, Mr. Neal was among the first to respond and joined Co. G, 1st. O.V.I. serving his country with honor to it and himself until honorably discharged. After the war he returned to Gallipolis where he took up the study of law and being of an unusually bright mind, quickly fitted himself for his chosen profession and was admitted to the bar. After moving to Ironton, Mr. Neal continued the practice of his profession and after the death of Squire Corn was appointed to fill the vacancy and served out the unexpired term.
     The deceased was a man possessed of an unusually bright mind and the happy faculty of seeing the cheerful side of life and his witty brilliant remarks will long be remembered by his host of friends who all sincerely regret his demise. Of a most kindly disposition he made friends of all and many a heart will be saddened when the news of his death becomes generally known. It was at his home however, where he will be missed the greatest for he was a most kind and indulgent husband and father. The deceased was married three times, his first wife being Miss Martha Eacer. To this union one child was born, Earnest Neal, who is entering school in North Carolina, survive.
     The funeral services were held at 2 o'clock Sunday afternoon at the late residence, Rev. T.R. Watson of Wesley Church, officiating. Internment was at Woodland under the auspices of Dick Lambert Post G.A.R.

Taps Sound For Alfred Needham
Good Man and Old Soldier
   Alfred R. Needham died Tuesday afternoon, Jan. 16, 1917, after an illness of four weeks with heart trouble.
   Mr. Needham was for many years superintendent of street works, a position he looked after faithfully.
He was a son of the late Dr. Henry and Margaret Needham and was married to Miss Sarah Russell of Porter 52 years ago. The wife and one son, Wm. H. Needham, a well known newspaper man, now of Williamson, W. Va., survive. Other relatives living are a niece, Miss Cora Saxton of Huntington, and a nephew, Benjamin Saxton of Akron.
   Mr. Needham at one time resided at East Liverpool, but had lived in Gallipolis and Gallia county for 51 years. He had been a member of the Christian Church for 41 years and was a Civil War veteran serving his country for four years as a member of Co. I, 4th Regiment, W. Va., Infantry, from which he received an honorable discharge. He was a good citizen, highly respected, and his death will be regretted by all of his acquaintances.
   The funeral will be conducted by Rev. J. O. Newton at the home at 2:30 p. m. today. Burial by Wetherholt at Pine street.

Old Soldier Passes
Mr. Alfred R. Needham, a resident of this county for more than 50 years, died at his home in this city on Tuesday evening of last week after four weeks' illness. He is survived by his wife, formerly Miss Sarah Russell of Porter, and a son, Will Needham a newspaper man of Williamson, W. Va. Mr. Needham served four years during the war in the Fourth West Virginia Infantry, and was a fine old gentleman.
The funeral was Thursday at his late home by Rev. Newton, interment following in Pine street cemetery.

[Note: Per Soldiers & Sailors, Alfred R. Needham served in Co. I, 4th, Wv. I, and in Co. I, 173rd, O. V. I. Per death certificate, he was born September 9, 1835 and died January 16, 1917. His stone is located in Pine Street Cemetery.]

Death of Hon. W. C. H. Needham
   In last week's issue we announced the dangerous illness of State Senator W. C. H. Needham, at Columbus. He died on Thursday morning, January 12, at 3 o'clock, and that evening at 9 o'clock his remains reached Gallipolis, in charge of a Committee of Senators and Representatives composed of the following gentlemen: Senators Pollard, Hartshorn, Dickinson, White, Foresman, and Myers, and Representatives Beman, Strong, Ellsworth, Jones, of Jackson, Coryell and McFarland. Messrs. Smith and Glenn, of the Clerk's office of the State Senate, accompanied the Committee. A Committee from Morning Dawn Lodge, No. 7, F. & A. M., received the remains at the depot and escorted them to the family residence on Front Street, and the Lodge remained in charge until the funeral services were closed.
   The funeral was announced for 2 o'clock Sunday afternoon. There was a large outpouring of the people, and the spacious residence and grounds were crowded with friends. The Masons had charge of the funeral. Rev. Breare conducted the religious services. A special train brought representatives of the Masonic Lodges of Pomeroy, Middleport and Cheshire, Ohio, and Clifton, West Virginia. The pall bearers were all physicians as well as Masons.
   The Gallipolis Volunteer Fire Department attended the funeral in a body and in uniform. The music was furnished by the Gallipolis City Band. The funeral cortege was imposing. Although the weather was threatening, the streets were thronged, and the old cemetery crowded with sympathizing friends.
   Dr. Needham was in his thirty-seventh year at the time of his death. He was born in Massachusetts, and was a son of Colonel Daniel Needham, who for years past has been a Bank Examiner. When a boy, aged sixteen, Dr. Needham enlisted as a private in the 60th Massachusetts Infantry Volunteers. Soon after the war, he went to Wisconsin. Desiring a milder climate he came to Gallipolis in 1869, and entered upon the practice of his profession. In 1870 he married Florence, a daughter of the late Charles Henking, and granddaughter of the late Charles Creuzet. About the year 1875, finding that his health was failing, he purchased a home in Jacksonville, Florida, where he spent the winters (with perhaps one exception) with his family. His wife and two children survive him.
   He served for a short time as member of the City Council of Gallipolis, and during the past two years has been Chairman of the Republican Central Committee of Gallia County. He was nominated last fall by his party for the State Senate and elected. On the 15th of December he left with his family for Columbus--just four weeks before the day on which his remains were brought home, and one month before the day of his funeral. He was quite sick on the Sunday preceding the meeting of the Senate, but on Monday attended, was sworn in and took his seat. He was again present on Tuesday, but was compelled by his illness to leave his seat, and never returned.
   He grew rapidly worse, and it was soon seen that he could not recover. His wife and brother-in-law, Mr. C. W. Henking, were with him constantly. Messrs. Joseph Stafford and Wm. Nash were with him for several days before his death, and Dr. Mills visited him.
   About 30 minutes before his death, Mr. Henking raised him in bed to relieve his difficult breathing; but it availed nothing, and he sank back, saying, "Gone! absolutely gone!" These were his last words, and he died calmly and peacefully.

[Note: Hon. W. C. H. Needham was born August 18, 1845 and died January 12, 1882.]

Death of an Old Soldier
John Newland, an old soldier living on 4th avenue above Pine died Saturday afternoon at one o'clock, Oct. 19th, 1912, of pneumonia in the 77th year of his age. He was a widower and left one son. He belonged to the 33rd O. V. I. in Col. Montgomery's company. His funeral services and burial were held Monday afternoon at St. Nicholas Church beyond Yellow Town by Wetherholt.

Hugh Nibert, Aged Civil War Veteran Dead
     Mr. Hugh Nibert, aged 83, a Civil War Veteran, and foster father of Mr. John Haner of this city, died at Eureka Thursday evening, Nov. 12, 1925, at 7:30 after a short illness. He had been in good health up to a few days before death. Funeral Sunday morning at 11 o'clock at Providence church. Undertaker Stevers will be in charge of burial.
     Mr. Nibert was a well known and highly esteemed resident and farmer of Gallia county. He was a Mason and that lodge will have charge of the obsequies.
     Mr. Nibert was for several years quite prominent in Republican politics in his locality and had many friends who will regret to hear of his death.

[Note: He served in Co.H & I, 36th O.V.I.]

Gallipolis Daily Tribune
November 13, 1925
Transcribed by Henny Evans

Nibert, John W.

Obituary
     John W. Nibert, born February 10, 1838, died December 30, 1925, aged 87 years, 20 months and 20 days. Early in life he was converted, joined the Mt. Zion Baptist Church, and lived a consistent christian life. He was a gentleman in every sense of the word, charitable, loving and kind; as a citizen his sterling worth and example was ever deemed commendable and worthy of emulation.
     We cannot but feel how inadiquate are words to express our loss of Mr. Nibert, who has lived the year of allotted time to him here below well and done good in his day and generation until God called him to a higher sphere.
     He was united in marriage to Miss Elizabeth Evans on May 17th, 1860, who preceded him in death May 19, 1901. To this union was born thirteen children, seven of whom preceded him to the great beyond. The surviving are: Mrs. Mary Irwin, James M. and O. W. Nibert, of Bladen, John, of Lancaster, ohio, W. O. Nibert of Gallipolis, Ohio and Mrs. Maude Saunders of Northup, Ohio.
     He was a member of Sunny Side Castle No. 81, K. G. E. of Crown City, Ohio. He was also, a member of Company "F" 78th. Regiment Ohio, Volunteer Infantry and served his Country with full honor till the close of the war in 1865.
     On Sunday evening December 27, the angel of death swooped down and laid his finger on the feeble form of the aged soldier, and he lingered until 12:30 Wednesday, and then quietly passed away, to be with the great majority of his old conrades in arms on the other shore. His loss will be keenly felt, but no where as in the home.
     He was a true father to his children, and no one so much as they will realize the bitterness of the sorrow which only the christian faith can prevent one from murmering and asking, "Why was it sent." We can only say to the children, as has been said to us:

[Note: Stevers Funeral Home - Bethel Cemetery, Ohio Twp; The 78th OVI roster shows him to have been in Company H rather than Company F.]

Gallipolis paper
December 30, 1925
Transcribed by Maxine Marshall

Death of Franklin D. Niday
Mr. F. D. Niday died last Saturday morning after a long and painful illness with cancer of the stomach.
Deceased was a veteran of the civil war, having been a member of the 141st Regiment, O. V. I. He was also a member of the Leaper Post, G. A. R. He was an honest, upright citizen, and his death will be deplored.
He left a wife and the following children: Prof. Will Niday, Victor, Pearl, Chauncy, Teresa, and Mrs. Blanche Russell. He also left the following brothers and sisters: Azee, in Dawson, Alaska; Robert, of Oklohoma (sic); Oliver, of Nebraska; J. P. Niday, of this city; Mrs. Jos. Short, of Huntington; Mrs. James Robinson, of Leaper; Mrs. Lester Henshaw, of this city, and Mrs. Isaac Boster, Hilton, O.

[Note: Franklin D. Niday was born December 19, 1840 and died December 7, 1901. His stone (F. D. Niday) is located in Mound Hill Cemetery.]

Niday, Harvey

Brother of Capt. James E., Stephen and John L., all four brothers served in Co. B, 91st Ohio Volunteer Infantry. Harvey died at the battle of Opequan, Virginia on September 19, 1864. He was born about 1839 and is buried at Mercerville Cemetery in Guyan Township.

Compiled from Official Roster and brothers' obits which are on the website
Henny Evans

DIED - At Fayetteville, West Virginia, on the 21st inst., Captain James E. Niday, Co. B, 91st Ohio Volunteer Infantry.

We the undersigned your committee appointed to draft suitable resolutions expressive of the sense of this Division upon the death of our beloved Brother James E. Niday beg leave to submit the following resolution:

1st. Resolved that this division have learned with regret of the death of our esteemed Brother James E. Niday.
2nd. Resolved that in the death of our esteemed Brother our Government has lost a faithful and valued officer the community an exemplary citizen, the church a worthy and consistent member the cause of Temperance a faithful friend and this Division one of its brightest ornaments.
3rd. Resolved that while we submit in resignation to Divine Will, the heartfelt sympathies of this Division are hereby respectfully tendered to the Parents and relatives of our deceased Brother.
4th. Resolved that the Division Room be draped in mourning and that the Brothers wear the usual badge of mourning for thirty days.
5th. Resolved that a copy of these resolutions be furnished by the R. S. to the Gallipolis Journal and Democratic Dispatch for publication and that a copy of the same be transmitted by him to the Parents of our deceased Brother.
C. J. Menager.
Geo. W. Heaton.
L. J. Langley.
Committee.

The foregoing resolutions were unanimously adopted by Gallipolis Division No. 74 Sons of Temperance.
A. L. Langley, R. S.

   By the death of Capt. Niday his relatives and many personal friends have sustained an irreparable loss. Our county loses one of her best citizens, and the public service, a most faithful and efficient officer. Death truly found "a shining mark" in the person of this young man. Beloved by all who knew him, the news of his death has cast a gloom over our community which plainly tells how highly he was appreciated.
   In the fall of 1862 Capt. Niday commenced to recruit a company for three years or during the war. Although a very young man without any military experience, or influential friends, he succeeded in raising a company to the maximum number and was obliged to refuse many who offered to join it. His previously well established reputation for piety, honor and gentlemanly deportment, was a powerful advocate in his favor, and induced many fathers and mothers to entrust their sons to his care. How well he executed this trust, is seen in the good order and soldier like bearing of his company. His men were his brothers in arms; and whilst maintaining his self respect and demanding from all obedience to orders, his kind solicitude for their comfort and happiness was the cause of their steady devotion and love for him as a commander.
   Thus has fallen another victim to this terrible rebellion. None more worthy to live and enjoy a long life in this world, and probably few better prepared to enjoy the bliss of the next. His memory will long live in the hearts of the grateful people, and as the Spring flowers bloom over his grave, the grief and anguish of his loving friends will be soothed by the reflection, that in all respects he followed his mission, and died as he lived the worthy citizen, conscientious christian, and devoted patriot.
Peace to his ashes!
ED. JOURNAL

[Note: James E. Niday served in Co. B, 91st, O. V. I. His stone is located in Mercerville Cemetery, Guyan Township.]

John Niday Dead
   John L. Niday, in his 86th year, passed away Saturday at his home in Harrison township, following an attack of paralysis. His wife died some 25 years ago, and he made his home with his sons William and David. Other surviving children are Mrs. Lucy Queen of Ashville, North Carolina, James Edward Niday of Nashville, Tenn., and Charles Niday of Cleveland.
   Mr. Niday was a member of Company--B, 91st Ohio, during the civil war. His brother, Harry W., was killed at Winchester, and Stephen Niday, also of the same company died here last summer.
   The funeral was Monday at Bethesda in Walnut township by Rev. J. W. McConnell, interment at the same place by Undertaker Tope.

[Note: John L. Niday served in Unit Co. B, 91st, O. V. I. Per family stone, he was born March 8, 1834 and died December 20, 1919. His stone is located in Bethesda Cemetery, Walnut Township.]

S. E. Niday Dead
Stephen E. Niday, a civil war veteran, died Saturday, May 24, 1919, at his home in this city aged 78 years.
He was formerly a resident of Walnut township, but moved to the city some time since. A daughter, Miss Jessie, and six sons, James, Chauncey, Homer, Obediah, Elmer and Frank survive him.
The funeral was held Monday at his late home by Rev. D. F. Wood, interment following in Mound Hill cemetery.

[Note: Stephen E. Niday served in Unit Co. B, 91st, O. V. I. Per his, and family stone, he was born February 17, 1841. His obituary says interment in Mound Hill Cemetery, but his stone is located in Bethesda Cemetery, Walnut Township.]

EDWARD E. NOEL
April 6, 1863, Edward E. Noel, in the 25th. year of his age
     Edward was a truly sober-minded young man. His gentle and amiable disposition greatly endeared him to all who knew him. Obedient to his parents, he was none the less obedient to the call of his country and cheerfully left the comforts of home to share the hardships that those true patriots endure, who fight the battles of freedom against treason and oppression.
     He enlisted in Company I, 18th. Regiment under Captain Ross. He remained in the service nineteen months, during which time he was in several skirmishes, in one of which he was severely wounded. This was in the fierce onset of his Company to gain possession of a stockade, which was accomplished. So severe was his wound he was deemed unfit for service and a discharge was tendered him which he refused. After partial recovery he rejoined his regiment, just in time to participate in the bloody fight at Murfeesboro. The exposure and fatigue of that protracted struggle proved too much for his powers of physical endurance, and he was soon prostrated by disease. After lying some time in the hospital, he found his recovery doubtful and finally accepted a discharge from the service and in an almost helpless condition, started for home and friends. A special providence seemed to have favored him.
     He felt when far away that he was unprepared to die. He longed for the counsel and prayers of a particular friend in whom he had all confidence and who, he thought could point him to the Lamb of God which taketh away the sins of the world. There lie thought, if he could only arrive he would be enabled to rejoice in a Savior's love. There he did arrive when life's "fitful fever" was almost over. There he met the object of his heart's desire. There he was enabled to trust the Redeemer and realize that he was indeed a new creature through faith in the blood of the atonement. After a day and night were past, after offering an earnest prayer for his companions in arms, he enlisted in that war where there is no discharge. Earnestly may we breathe the prayer, that all who fall in the great struggle for life of the nation, may fall like Edward Noel. Friends may weep but their tears will fall on a patriot and a Christian's grave.

Gallipolis Journal
April 16, 1863 (Vol. XXXIII No. 21)
Transcribed by F.K. Brown

Jas. North Dead
Well Known Citizen Passes Away Tuesday Evening From Heart Trouble
   James North, one of the city's well-known residents, died at his home on the corner of Fourth and Vine at 9:30 o'clock Tuesday night. He had long suffered from heart trouble and during the last few weeks his condition was such as to permit but little hope for his recovery. He had wonderful vitality, however, and in the years gone by was a man of great physical strength and endurance. This is the third death in the North family in less than six months. Mr. North's youngest son, John A. (Buck) North, died March 6, and Mrs. Floyd Irion, a daughter died August 5.
   James North was born in Richmond, Va., May 5, 1840, and was therefore in his 80th year. On June 24, 1863, he entered the Union army, becoming a member of Company D, 171 Regiment West Virginia Cavalry, and received an honorable discharge at Charleston Aug. 1, 1865, when the war had closed. Prior to the war he had served in the National Guards.
   While yet a soldier he married Adele Donnett of this city in 1864. From then to his death Gallipolis was his home and here he reared a large family. He is survived by his wife and the following children: William F. and Charles North, Gallipolis; Mrs. Ed Elswick, Caldwell, O.; Mrs. Sherman Jacox, Clarksburg, W. Va.; Mrs Fannie Kraus and Mrs. Homer Beck, Gallipolis. The decedent was intensely devoted to his family and home and his love and devotion were repaid and reciprocated in fullest measure. His death takes from the First Ward one of its most familiar, rugged and picturesque figures. Two brothers also survive Mr. North--David North of Huntington and Andy North, who lives on Sixteen Creek.
     The funeral services will be held Fri. afternoon. Burial at Mound Hill.

James North Dead
James R. North, 79, a Civil War veteran and for many years a resident of this city, passed away last Tuesday night after long illness from heart trouble. He is survived by his wife and children, Mrs. Fannie Kraus, Mrs. Homer Beck, Will and Charles North, Mrs. Sherley Jacox of Clarksburg, W. Va., Mrs. Minnie Elswick of Caldwell, Ohio, and brothers David of Huntington and Andrew of Kanawha. He was a member of the M. E. Church and the G. A. R.
The funeral was from his late home Friday afternoon.

[Note: James R. North died August 19, 1919. Per his stone he served in Co. D, 7th, Wv. C., per his obituary he served in Unit Co. D, 171st, Wv. C.]

Northup, Henry Clay

Civil War Veteran Dead
Henry Clay Northup, One of Few Survivors of Andersonville
     Henry Clay Northup, one of the very few survivors of the horrible Andersonville prison, passed away at 6:55 o'clock Monday evening, July 3, 1923, at his home in Thivenir, aged 80 years, ten months and twenty days. With his passing, comrades of the rebellion along with hosts of friends and admirers, keenly mourn their loss.
     Mr. Northup, while serving the country through the entire conflict with the 7th Ohio Cavalry, was captured at Rogersville, East Tenn., Nov. 6, 1863. He was taken to Andersonville prison where he served a time and then was transferred to Florence, S.C., being exchanged later in the war. The aged veteran was a member of one of Gallia's most respected and prominent families and a member of Rose Commandery No. 43.
     The surviving relatives are: his widow, Mrs. Elizabeth Gillingham Northup and one daughter, Mrs. Joe Cottrell.
     The funeral, which will be held at one o'clock Wednesday afternoon at Yellowtown church, will be under the auspices of the Knight Templars and will be conducted by Rev. Mr. Ewing. Burial will follow at St. Nicholas cemetery by G.J. Wetherholt & Son.

Gallipolis Daily Tribune
July 4, 1923
Transcribed by Henny Evans

Death Of Ellis Nowlin
Mr. Ellis Nowlin, of Ohio Township, 75 years old, died Thursday about half past one in the afternoon. He had not been well for a few days, says Mr. Wayne Lanier, who lives close by, and Thursday afternoon after eating his dinner, he went to Mr. Lanier's and went to the cistern, where Willie Lanier and Mrs. C. W. Lanier were trying to get a bucket out of the cistern. They noticed him creel over, and they went to him and asked him what was the matter. He said that he felt blind. They notified his wife and got some help and assisted him to the bed in Willie's house and aided him in every way, but he gradually sunk into unconsciousness and passed away in a few minutes. His funeral services will be conducted by Mount Zion Saturday at 10 A. M. by the D. L. Morton G. A. R., Rev. T. F. Cary of Rio Grande, preaching the sermon. He was born in the neighborhood where he died. Was a Soldier in Company B, in the 193rd Regiment and a good citizen every way. He leaves a second wife (Jane Wray) and two children by his first wife, Amos and Gallatin, and two brothers and one sister, the latter of Lawrence County.

Gallipolis Daily Tribune
Volume IX
Number 140
June 10, 1898
Gallipolis, Ohio

Transcribed by: MLT

Nowlin
Mr. Ellis Nowlin, Of Ohio Tp., this county, died very suddenly Thursday afternoon, June 9, 1898. Heart disease is supposed to be the cause of his death. He was born May 5, 1828. He was united in marriage to Miss Sallie A. Saunders, and after her death took as a second wife Jane Wray, who, besides two children by his first wife and two brothers and one sister survive him. He served in the civil war, being a member of Co. B, 193rd Regiment. He was a member of the Baptist Church, and a man held in the highest esteem by all who knew him. The funeral and burial occurred at Mt. Zion on last Saturday morning, at 10 o'clock, Rev. T. F. Cary, officiating, with burial in charge of Wetherholt.

Mr. W. F. Null Dead
   Mr. W. F. Null died at his home on upper Fourth avenue Monday, March 8, 1909, after an illness of one week with intestinal grip.
     Mr. Null was 69 years of age. He was married to Miss Rebecca Brown, of Walnut township, in 1858. In 1852 (1862) he enlisted in the Civil war under Capt. Gatewood in the First Ohio Heavy Artillery. He was a very nice old christian gentleman and well liked by all who knew him. He and family moved to Gallipolis 19 years ago and he kept a grocery for some-time, but when taken ill, was employed at Factory D of the furniture factory.
     Besides his wife he is survived by five children, Mrs. L. W. Burnett, Mrs. W. H. Gardner, Mrs. E. E. Cherrington, W. H. Null and James F. Null, all of this city; also three half-brothers, David and Aaron Coffman, of Gallia County, and Francis, of Charleston, and one half-sister, Mrs. Elizabeth Pyles, of Ironton.
     His funeral services were conducted at his late home Wednesday afternoon by Rev. A. P. Cherrington and the interment followed by Wetherholt at the Pine street cemetery.

[Note: W. F. Null served in Unit Co. G, 1st, O. H. A. He was born in 1840, and his stone is located in Pine Street Cemetery.]

Robert O'Downs Dead
Robert O'Downs, aged 73, died at the Soldiers Home in Erie County, Wednesday, April 30. The body was shipped here and the funeral was held at the Addison M. E. Church Friday afternoon. Burial in Reynolds cemetery by Wetherholt & Entsminger.
Mr. O'Downs belonged to the Fourth West Virginia Infantry and served nearly four years in the War between the sections. He is survived by six children by his first wife, who is dead, and by his second wife and one child.

[Note: Robert O'Downs served in Unit Co. C, 4th, Wv. I. He died April 30, 1919. His stone is located (Robert O. Downs) in Addison (Reynolds) Cemetery.]

Death of James Oiler
     James Oiler, one of the Civil War veterans and a highly respected citizen of Ewington, died Monday evening from the effects of a paralytic stroke which he suffered on Saturday, never regaining consciousness after being stricken.
     The funeral service was held yesterday at the M.E. church at Ewington, burial following at the Franklin cemetery. A more extended account of his life will appear in next week's issue.

Gallipolis Daily Tribune
June 25, 1907
Transcribed by Henny Evans

Death of James Oiler
     Mr. James Oiler of near Ewington was stricken with paralysis last Saturday while working in his corn and died Monday, June 24, at the age of about 78 years. The funeral services were held at the M.E. Church Wednesday, interment following at Franklin cemetery.

[Note: The dates on his stone are December 13, 1828-June 24, 1907. He served in Co. A, 27th Ohio Volunteer Infantry.]

Gallipolis Bulletin
June 28, 1907
Transcribed by Henny Evans Top of Page

Death of J.D. Olmstead
J. D. Olmstead died at the residence of his daughter, Mrs. J. H. Irwin of Springfield Township at 3 o'clock Monday morning. He was 79 years of age last April and had been an invalid for some time. A number of years ago he was editor of the Tribune and on disposing of his interests in that paper went to California. He returned to this county about a month ago with Mrs. Irwin, after the death of his wife. He was a splendid man and when a resident of this city, had hosts of friends.

[Note: J. D. Olmstead served in Unit Co. E, 151st., O. V. I. (1890 C). Per Death Records Vol. II, he was born April 9, 1833 and died June 3, 1912. His stone is located in Clark Chapel Cemetery.]

John Oney Dead
     Mr. John Oney passed away at his home near Gallia, this county, on Feb. 24, 1922, aged 87 years, 2 months and 20 days. He was born in Miami County, Ohio, on Nov. 28, 1834.
     Mr. Oney was married to Rebecca Jones in September, 1858, and to them were born nine children, five of whom survive. They are Flora Handley of Wellston, Mrs. Alice Hedding of Lawrence Furnace, Ohio, Mrs. Blanche Armstrong of Oak Hill, Richard of Gallia and John of Columbus.
     Mr. Oney was a veteran of the Civil War, serving two enlistments. He enlisted in Company A, 56th O. V. I., in 1861, and enlisted a second time in the same company and served until the close of the war.
     He united with the Gallia Baptist Church at the age of 18 years and sustained this relation
until his death, making 69 years of continuous membership with the organization. This long period was marked by faithful devotion to the cause which has rarely been excelled. His home during his last sickness was like a waiting room connecting with the mansions above.
     Funeral services were conducted at the Gallia Baptist Church by Rev. R. R. Denney, interment in the church cemetery by Undertaker Kinnison.

The Gallia Times
Thursday, March 9, 1922
Transcribed by Sandy L. Milliron Top of Page

Resolutions of Respect
On the death of comrade, Mathew Pane, late a private of Co. I, 18th O. V. I., who departed this life February 28th, 1890, member of Amos Carter Post, No. 388, G. A. R., of Patriot, Ohio.
WHEREAS, By the orders of the Allwise Creator, who has called for our comrade to the rest and glories of the lands of eternity, therefore, be it.
RESOLVED, That while we bow in submission to Him who rules the universe, we realize that in his death the community has lost a worthy citizen, and the Post has lost a worthy member.
RESOLVED, That we as comrades, will ever try to emulate the many virtues of our comrade who has suffered affliction and pain for many years and who bore them with patience to the end.
RESOLVED, That we extend our heartfelt sympathy to the bereaved family of our beloved comrade; we commend them to Him who is a friend to the widow and a Father to the orphan.
RESOLVED, That a copy of these resolutions be forwarded to the family of our deceased comrade, and that a copy of the same be presented to each of our county papers for publication; also, that the same be spread upon the journal of our Post.
RESOLVED, That our Hall be draped in mourning for thirty days.
By order of the Post.
DANIEL MILLER,
C. C. CHERRINGTON,
R. F. BOSTIC,
Committee.

[Note: Mathew Pane (Payne per stone) died February 28, 1890. His stone, bearing the notation of 1890 C, is located in Salem Baptist Cemetery, and confirms he died in 1890.]

Robert Parent
Another old soldier has answered the roll call from on high. Robert Parent died at his residence in Gallipolis Thursday morning, May 19, 1892, at 8:00 o'clock, in the 50th year of his age. He had been an invalid for many years and endured great suffering--for the past four weeks being confined to his bed. He was a manufacturer of cigars, but for some years past, owing to his enfeebled condition, had been unable to work. He was a native of Madison, Indiana. Our acquaintance with Mr. Parent extended over many years, beginning before he came to Gallipolis. He was an exemplary citizen, a kind husband and devoted father. In his long years of suffering he had the deep sympathy of all. He leaves a wife and four children to mourn for him and cherish his memory.
The funeral services will be held to-morrow (Sunday) afternoon, at 2:00 o'clock, at his late home, conducted by Rev. R. Buell Love, under the direction of Cadot Post, G. A. R. The members of the Post are requested to meet at their Hall at 1:00 o'clock P. M., sharp.

Death of Robert Parent
Mr. Robert Parent, manufacturer of cigars, died at his home in this city this (Thursday) morning, May 19, 1892 at about eight o'clock, leaving a wife and two sons and two daughters to mourn their loss. Mr. Parent had been an invalid and unable to labor for the past several years. His disease was diabetis (sic).
He was an old Union Soldier, having belonged to an Indiana regiment and his funeral services will be conducted by Rev. R. Buell Love at his late home, Sunday afternoon, at two o'clock, under the auspices of Cadot Post G. A. R. The members of the Post are requested to meet at the G. A. R. hall Sunday afternoon at one o'clock. We had but little acquaintance with Mr. Parent but he had the reputation of being a good citizen, industrious and kind to his family, and he has had the sympathy of the community in his long and painful suffering, as will his family in losing their friend and protector.

[Note: Robert Parent served in Unit Co. C, 4th, In. I. His stone is located in Pine Street Cemetery.]

Sudden Death Of Prominent Gallipolis Citizen
Dr. E. W. Parker Dies of Heart Trouble
   Dr. E. W. Parker died at his home on Second Avenue Friday, June 12, 1903, at 4:30 a. m. Dr. Parker had been in failing health for several months. He had had slight trouble with his heart some years ago and last fall his condition became serious. The trouble augmented during the winter and spring and for a week before his death he was worse than usual though no one had any thought that it would prove fatal. Though he knew that his span of life was short at the best, he maintained his usual genial manner and gave no sign of melancholy.
   Dr. Parker was born in Porter in 1850, and was a son of S. M. Parker, a merchant. While attending Porter Academy the civil war broke out and he entered the U. S. service though only 12 years of age. After the war he again attended the Academy and became a teacher, becoming Principal of the school at the age of 17 years. During his term here he commenced the study of medicine under the tutorage of Dr. Perin Gardener and afterward attended the Ohio Medical College of Cincinnati from which he graduated when he was only 21 years of age. He was connected with the Union Central Life Insurance Company for awhile and afterwards (sic) practiced his profession at his old home with Dr. Gardener.
     He was married to Miss Mary L. Bradbury, daughter of Alonzo Bradbury, of Kygerville, on June 4, 1873, and two children, Dr. Claude B. Parker and Mrs. Garnet Parker-Erwin, were the fruit of this union.
   He afterward practiced at Pomeroy, Rutland and Vinton for twelve years and served as Assistant Physician at Central Insane Hospital at Columbus, coming from that place to this city, where he had since resided. He had been a member of the Gallia County Pension Board for several years and was President of the Board at the time of his death.
   Dr. Parker was regarded by many as the leader of his profession in this county and enjoyed a large practice. He had a big heart and a broad mind and we know of many instances where he gave his services when he knew that he would never receive compensation. It was enough that some one was suffering whom he could help.
   He was always prominent in politics and was one of the shrewdest leaders of his party. He was always open and aggressive in political matters and one always knew where to place him. He despised a hypocrite and the immoral found no favor with him.
   He was an energetic worker in fraternal matters and through his offices the local lodges with which he was affiliated received many new members. He was a member of the Masons and Knights of Pythias. His home relations were ideal. His affection for his family was strong and pure, their comfort his chief concern. His death is a terrible blow to his family and a distinct loss to the community. Besides his wife and children he leaves brothers C. G., S. M., and L. C., and one sister, Mrs. A. D. Gates of Charleston.
   The funeral services were held at the late residence Sunday noon by Rev. L. L. Magee of Grace M. E. Church, of which Dr. Parker was a member, in the presence of a large assemblage, many of whom were from his old home at Porter. The services were under the auspices of the Masons. The pall bearers were: Judge J. C. Ingels, Auditor J. T. Hanson, Sheriff Wm. McDaniel, Chas D. Kerr, F. Ross Williams, C. W. Kerr, A. L. Roadamour and T. E. Bradbury. The flower escort were: Chas C. Cadot, Herbert Vanden, Dr. Harry Allen and S. J. Kerr.
   A large cortege, one of the largest ever seen in this city, accompanied the remains to their last resting place in Mound Hill Cemetery, where the Masons performed their last sad rites.
A good man has gone and we who were his friends mourn with sincere sorrow. To his relatives he left the priceless heritage of an honorable, upright, stainless life, and their sorrow is alleviated by the thought that "He who doeth all things well" has rewarded him in the world beyond the grave.

[Note: Per family stone for Dr. E. W. Parker, located in Mound Hill Cemetery, he was born in 1850 and died June 12, 1903.]

Gallipolis Bulletin
Friday, June 19, 1903
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Died at Athens
Evan D. Parry of Centerpoint, who was committed to the Athens asylum, a year ago, died there Saturday morning. The funeral was held at Nebo Tuesday.

[Note: Evan D. Parry served in Unit Co. H, 60th, O. V. I. He was born in 1840 and died 1913.]

Death of A.J. Parson
     Andrew Jackson Parsons passed away Thursday evening Dec. 24, 1915 at the home of his son, Charles R., on Vine Street.
     He was 78 years old and was a son of George W. and Nancy Parsons. He is survived by his son Charles R. of Gallipolis; brother, William and sister, Mrs. Russell of Coal River, WV.
     Most of his life was spent in this city as a cooper and later as a teamster. He was a good industrious citizen and worked steadily until compelled to retire by illness a couple of months ago.
     The funeral services were conducted Sunday afternoon at the home on Vine Street by Rev. Hugh Evans of the Presbyterian Church. The remains were laid to rest in the Mound Hill Cemetry by undertaker Hayward.

OBITUARY
   Andrew J. Peck, son of Samuel and Emily Peck, was born March 26, 1842, in Meigs County, Ohio. He was married to Susan E. Riggs Dec. 1865, at New Haven, W. Va. To this union were born seven children, Deborah J. Stone, Everetta May Ormston, Susan Anna Graham, Ella Blanche Ohlinger, Hobert Andrew Peck, Wilber W. Peck, and Emma Augusta Peck, all living except Emma. His wife Susan E., died Nov. 27, 1903, at Hartford, W. Va.
   He was united in marriage to Mary E. Scott Sept. 15, 1904, at Gallipolis, Ohio. His wife, Mary E., and Walter W. Scott, and daughter Maud Fulton, his six children, a number of grandchildren and a host of friends are left to mourn his loss.
   Mr. Peck served 4 1/2 years in the Civil War, serving in the Second West Virginia Cavalry. He joined the Methodist Episcopal Church at New Haven, W. Va., in 1866. After coming to Gallia County he joined the Campaign Free Baptist Church and was ordained as a Baptist minister. He always did his duty in the church and Sunday School. He was a kind father and husband, and a good citizen. His going will be deeply felt by his relatives and many friends.
   The funeral was held at the church Thursday forenoon, service conducted by Rev. W. J. Fulton, burial by DeMaine of Middleport.

[Note: Andrew J. Peck served in Unit Co. A, 2nd, Wv. C. His stone is located in Campaign Cemetery.]

Peden, John J.

J. J. Peden
     John J. Peden was born in Gallia county, Ohio, Dec. 16, 1840, and died at the home of his son Henry here Apr. 5, 1921.
     At the outbreak of the Civil War he enlisted in Co. B, 36 O.V.I., and was wounded several times. Dec. 16, 1866 he was united in marriage to Miss Margaret Hawk of Vinton county, Ohio, and to them were born six children, three of whom--Mrs. Stella Abbott, Henry F. and Holly--remain to console the stricken mother. About the same time he united with the Baptist Church, and as a school teacher and exhorter he did much to spread intelligence and right living. Coming to Jackson county in 1874 he settled on Beatys Run--the first settler here--and it was his home ever since.
     Stricken with years, about two weeks ago he came to his son's for better treatment, but the end was near, the top of the long hill had been reached and life's struggles were over. The burial will be today at 2 o'clock with the ritualisitc rites of the G.A.R. and a benediction by Rev. J. E.Hutchinson.
     It is the lives of such men that are the foundation of civilization.

The Ravenswood News
Apr. 5, 1921
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     The messenger of death has again visited our town and taken from us one of our most prominent and well beloved citizens, Thomas Ewing Peden.
     The subject of this sketch was born in Ewington, Gallia County, Sept 13,1832. His parents were John and Elizabeth Peden. About fifty-six years ago he was happily married to Miss Louisa Martin of his native state. She survives him after their long and useful pilgrimage together. He also leaves four brothers in the great West: Jackson, Jordan, Henry and Jonathon; two sisters: Miranda and Elizabeth. He is also survived by one aunt; Mrs. Leonard at Fostoria, Ohio.
     It was a wonderful shock to our community on Monday morning last when the news flashed over the town that Dr Peden was dead at his home on West Railroad Street. The summons came to him at nine o’clock. He had been feeble for several days, but none supposed him so near the end of his mortal existence.
     After all his great travels he died quietly in his home in his chair, in the presence of his faithful wife and Miss Lillian Munn, who has been with the aged couple for many years.
     Dr Peden was a man of marked ability, far above the average in many respects. In his early manhood he exhibited those traits of energy and aggressiveness that ever after characterized his manly useful life. He took high rank in his classes at school and came out with distinguished honors.
     At the early age of seventeen he gave his heart to the Lord, and from that time on it has been his chief joy to give his best service to the King of king’s and Lord of lords. He was a union soldier (173rd OH) and served his country with honor, courage and bravery till released. As a citizen he always stood firm and unyielding for the right as he saw it. He hated sin and iniquity in every form. As an advocate of temperance and good government he was always in the forefront of the battle and never relaxed his energy till the battle was won.
     His greatest work in our midst was as principal of the Seminary here. Heaven alone will reveal the results of his mighty work for the good of humanity. Besides the hosts he has led to Christ, he has been instrumental in God’s hands in aiding many young men who had entered the Gospel ministry to be more efficient and know the way of life more perfectly.
     For a long time he was an honored member of the Masonic fraternity and took great delight in the meetings of the brotherhood.
     There was a universal gathering of our people at the funeral which was conducted from the home by Rev. Burgess of the A E Church, Rev Le Grande of the Christian and E.T. Phillips of the Free Will Baptist. After the services at the home, the remains were taken in hand by the members of the Masonic Lodge, conveyed to the Cemetery and laid to rest with the beautiful and appropriate rites of the order. An impressive scene was the procession of the faculty and students of the Seminary that marched in file to the cemetery following the masons. The floral tributes were exceedingly beautiful one each being presented by the Masonic Order, the faculty of the Seminary and the students. Thus this noble man of God was laid to rest in our town cemetery. His aged companion and numerous friends viewing the last sad rites.
     His life will live in the hearts of many he has led to the King. The Master will say to him “well done”. Heavens gates will admit him, and a glorious crown will be his eternally. God comfort the bereft and may we all meet him in heaven.

Unknown publication
Contributed by Kathy Peden Swift
Editor’s note: Died in Ayden NC 2-3-1913 Top of Page

Well Known German Citizen, John Pfeiffer, Died Friday of Pneumonia
   John Pfeiffer, one of the best known and most highly respected German citizens of this city, died last Friday at 4 o'clock P. M. from an attack of pneumonia. He was 76 years and 10 days old, and was born in Germany, Jan. 1st, 1837. He came to this country in 1861, locating at Marietta, where he was married. In 1879 he moved to this city and followed his trade as a tanner in the Ufferman tannery for many years.
     Mr. Pfeiffer was a soldier, serving in Co. B. 39th O. V. I. and was with Sherman on his march through Georgia, and was a member of Cadot Post G. A. R. He is survived by his wife and three sons, William S. of Roulette, Pa., and Henry and Fred at home.
   The funeral services were held at the family residence yesterday afternoon, conducted by Rev. Hugh Evans of the First Presbyterian church. Burial at Mound Hill by Wetherholt.

[Note: Per stone, located in Mound Hill Cemetery, he was born January 1, 1837, and died 1913.]

Taps Sound
For J. R. Phillips, Well Known Old Soldier of Harris
   J. Richard Phillips, popularly known as Dick Phillips, died very suddenly of heart trouble at his house near Harris in Raccoon Tp. early Tuesday afternoon. It was known that he suffered from heart trouble, but his death was unexpected and the news of his sudden passing came as a shock to all, causing general and genuine regret.
   Mr. Phillips was born Jan. 17, 1844, in Addison Tp., later lived near Vinton, and the past 18 years was a resident of Harris. Big, jolly, companionable he had acquired a host of warm friends. He is survived by his wife, who is a daughter of Lewis Kent; three sons Menzi, of Vinton, Edward, living on the Vaughn farm in Raccoon, and Nelson, at home; two daughters, Mrs. Charles Davis, of Raccoon, and Lola, at home; two sisters, Mrs. Nelson Kerns, of this city, and Mrs. A. A. Clark, of Bidwell, and one brother, James, living in Colorado.
   When 18 years old Mr. Phillips enlisted in Co. G 23rd O. V. I., at Cleveland, and served his country as a soldier till the close of the war.
The funeral services were held at the Baptist church of Harris, of which he was a member, at 10 o'clock yesterday. Burial at Rio Grande.

[Note: J. Richard Phillips served in Unit Co. D, or G, 23rd, O. V. I. Per Death Records Vol. II, he died March 15, 1915. His stone is located in Calvary Baptist Cemetery.]

Andrew Pickens Dead
Andrew Pickens, who made his home with his daughter, Mrs. Howard Shaner of 116 Locust St., died Friday morning from at (sic) attack of cerebral appoplexy (sic), with which he was stricken Wednesday morning. He was 69 years, 8 months and 17 days old and served in the civil war in the 91st O. V. I., Company B. He is survived by one daughter, Mrs. Shaner and four sons, George of this city, Ben of Pomeroy, Bart of Cincinnati and William of London, O. All the children were here for the funeral.
The funeral services were held at Mrs. Shaner's residence at nine o'clock Sunday morning by Rev. J. O. Newton. Burial at the Lewis family cemetery in Harrison Tp. by Wetherholt.

Wm. Pickens Dead
William Andrew Jackson Pickens, making his home with his son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Howard Shaner, on Locust Street, Extension, died Friday morning, December 20, 1912, about 8 o'clock from paralysis. The funeral was held at the house Sunday, the burial by Wetherholt, following at the Lewis family cemetery in Harrison township. He was a soldier of the Civil War and a good citizen. Several children of adult age survive.

[Note: From his stone and the Roster of Ohio Soldiers, William Andrew Jackson Pickens served in Unit Co. B, 193rd, O. V. I. (per obituary, Co. B, 91st, O. V. I.) Per Death Records Vol. II, he was born April 3, 1843 and died December 19, 1912.]

Pillow, William J.

Civl War Veteran, Former Resident Here, Dies
Burial Monday in Mound Hill Cemetery
   The body of the late William J. Pillow, 83, Civil War Veteran and former resident of Gallipolis, was brought here from Delaware where he died last Friday, and burial was in Mound Hill Cemetery here
Monday afternoon at 2 o'clock in charge of George J. Wetherholt and Sons. A funeral service was read at the grave by Rev. A. H. Beardsley of Grace M. E. Church.
   Mr. Pillow died following an attack of pneumonia which came as he was visiting his son William T. Pillow near Delaware. He had lived until recently in Columbus and formerly had resided in Chillicothe and Point Pleasant, West Virginia.
   The body was accompanied here by four of his children Mrs. C. W. Lawson, Columbus, Mrs. Rufus Marsluff, Chillicothe, Mrs. Anne Best, Cleves, J. R. Pillow, Delaware and W. T. Pillow, Galena. Another son, Charles H. Pillow of Millersport, could not be located.
   Following is an account of Mr. Pillow's death published by the Delaware Gazette:
Mr. William J. Pillow.
   Mr. William J. Pillow died at 12:40 Friday afternoon at the home of his spn William T. Pillow in Harlem Township following a brief illness.
   He was born in Campbell County, Virginia and was 83 years of age and had made his home in Columbus till recently.
   Mr. Pillow served in Company B, 13 Regiment, West Virginia Infantry, during the Civil War and was also a member of the G. A. R. Post at Gallipolis.
   Surviving are three daughters, Mrs. Annie Best, Cleves, Ohio, Mrs. Sarah Marsluff, Chillicothe, Mrs. Kittie Lawson, 117 East Rich Street, Columbus. Three sons Charles Pillow, Hebron, Ohio, William T. Pillow, Galena, Ohio, and James H. Pillow, 119 North Union Street, Delaware.
   The remains now lie in state at the Clevinger Funeral Home and funeral announcements will be made later.

Gallipolis Tribune
Volume LVII
Number 50
December 13, 1928
Gallipolis, Ohio

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Prominent Farmer Dies
Mr. June Plymale died Monday morning at eight o'clock at his home in Yellowtown, after an illness of several weeks. He was the son of Mr. and Mrs. Hugh Plymale born August 3, 1841. He was a soldier in the War of the Rebellion where he received a gunshot wound, which caused an abcess (sic) and resulted in his death.
Mr. Plymale was a prominent farmer and miller and well known in this section of the country. He leaves to mourn his death a wife and seven children: four daughters, Misses Naomi and Beatrice Plymale, Mrs. Charles King, Mrs. Odel Ronfelter, and three sons, Thomas, Glenn and Charles of this county.
The funeral services were conducted by Rev. Massie at Yellowtown Chapel, Wednesday at ten o'clock.

[Note: June Plymale (Junis Plymale per stone) served in Unit Co. K, 40th, In. O. V. I. Per family stone, located in St. Nick Cemetery, he died December 16, 1907.]

Poindexter, David

Civil War Veteran Found Dead In Bed
David Poindexter, aged citizen of Addison was found dead in bed early Saturday morning by his wife. Mr. Poindexter, who was eighty three years old, was one of the few remaining Civil War Veterans in the County. He had been in failing health the past year. Mr. Poindexter was born in Pomeroy but lived most of life in this County. In addition to the widow three children survive, Charles (Doc) of Middleport, Nellie, of Columbus and James, a farmer on the Mill Creek Road. He also leaves two sisters, Mrs. Mary Deal, of Pomeroy and Mrs. James Marsh of Addison. Arrangements for the funeral, which will be in charge of Wetherholt and Entsminger had not been made at this time.

Gallipolis Tribune
Volume LVII
Number 44
November 1, 1928
Gallipolis, Ohio

Transcribed By: MLT

Porter, Daniel

Death of Daniel Porter
Mr. Daniel Porter, of Samples Landing, an old Pioneer resident of the County age 73 years, died at his home at 11 o'clock Wednesday, May 5th,'97. He left a second wife and ten living children, two by his first wife, of whom Mr. J. Sherman Porter, of the Gallipolis Public Schools, is one. He was honest, honorable, kindly hearted good old man, whose death will be regretted by many. He was a soldier of the Union and belonged to Captain E. S. Aleshire's 2nd Ohio Heavy Artillery. His disease was inflamation of the bowels, and he had been confined to his home for the last six to eight weeks.

Gallipolis Daily Tribune
Volume XII
Number 107
May 6, 1897
Gallipolis, Ohio

Transcribed By: MLT

Porter, Daniel

     Daniel Porter, died at his home near Bladen yesterday afternoon, aged 73 years. Mr. Porter was one of the best known citizens of his neighborhood and to every steamboat man he was familiarly known and universally esteemed. He spent his life in the coal business at Samples Landing, and while he never accumulated much of this world's goods, yet he alwaysa held the affections of his acquaintances, being ever ready to deny himself that he might accomodate his neighbors. Everybody has a good word for "Uncle Dan," as he was familiarly called, and his funeral which took place at Bethel last Thursday afternoon at 3 o'clock, was one of the largest ever seen at that place.
     Deceased was a member of the 2nd O.V.H.A., enlisting under Captain Aleshire, of this city, and serving with honor. His son, J.S. Porter, of this city, was with hiim in his last sickness.

[Note: Daniel is buried in the Bethel Cemetery in Ohio Twp. His date of death was May 5, 1897.]

Gallipolis Journal
May 11, 1897
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Porter, John Clinton

Death of Capt. Porter
Ex-Sheriff of Mason County and Veteran of the Rebellion
     The death of Capt. John C. Porter, though coming after he had ripened to an age accorded to few, will come as a shock to a large number of residents of Harrison township. His relatives in that township are many and more or less conspicious as prosperous farmers.
     It was notable that he should move to Mason county and become its sheriff, an office of great local importance, because of its extended single term and the collection of taxes, which belongs to the office. He was a kindly man, energetic, bright and prosperous.
     Many, many times was the Captain a visitor to the Journal office 35 years ago. His second wife was a Gallipolis lady and the mother of Chas. W. Leaper, Mrs. Fred Kuhn and Mrs. Robt. Neale. She was the aunt, also, of Mrs. Virgil Beare, Charles F. Johnson and Mrs. Meridith Donnally.
     John Clinton Porter, son of Thomas Jefferson and Ellen Dewitt Porter, was born in Harrison Tp., Gallia Co., Oct. 23, 1829, and died April 19th, aged 84 yrs., 5 months and 12 days. He was married to Mary Margaret Dewitt in 1850. To them were born three sons and three daughters, namely, Alcie Brown and Lilla Wallace, deceased, and Josephine Wallace of Glenwood, W., Va., and Wm. Porter in the west, Edgar and Ronzo, deceased. His first wife died in 1870.
     In July, 1872, he was married to Mrs. Lucinda Leaper and to them were born one daughter, Mrs. Clarence P. Stout, and one son, Harry G. Porter of Ben Lomond, W.Va. The second wife died April 26, 1913.
     He was elected sheriff of Mason county, W.Va., and served in many other positions of trust and was faithful in all his official capacities. He volunteered and served as Lieutentant and was appointed and mustered out at as Captain of Co. G, 195th O.V. Infantry in the great rebellion.
     He leaves two sons and two daughters, 12 grandchildren and a host of friends and relatives to mourn his loss.

Gallipolis Journal
April 24, 1914
Transcribed by Henny Evans

David Powell Dead
     David Powell passed away at his home near Kerr's in Springfield township Wednesday, Feb. 11, 1920.
He was born near Steubenville in 1847, and grew to manhood in Middleport, where he married Miss Martha covert.
     His wife and two children, Mrs. Lois B. Powell Thomas of Cheshire and Otho M. Powell of Kerr, survive him.
Mr. Powell was a member of the Sweedenborg Church, a veteran of the Civil War and a very fine man.
     Funeral was at his late home Thursday by Rev. Y.H. Reed of Cheshire, interment following in Gravel Hill cemetery.

Pritchett, John W.

MEMIOR
Wounded at Cloyd Mountain May 9th, 1864 and died May 11th in the rebel Hospital, John W. Pritchett, age 28 years
     Such love for the starry banner, as only throbs in the bosom of a true patriot, was implanted in his breast. When our flag was so grossly insulted at Fort Sumter, he determined to take up and never lay down arms, until peace once more wreathed her bright chain over the entire land. His first enlistment was in the Spring of 1861, under Captain C. C. Aleshire, three months men, at the expiration of which term he was discharged, and soon after enlisted under Captain Taylor, in the three years service, and in the Spring of 1864 he re-enlisted in the same regiment, 36th, feeling that as a veteran he could perform more difficult duty than a new recruit.
     During his connection with the 36th, he was in the following engagements, Antietem, South Mountain, Lewisburg, Mission Ridge, Snicker's Gap, Big Springs and numerous others. Through all those hard conflicts he came out unscathed. After becoming veteranized he was in but the one battle at which he received the wound from which he died, "as die the brave who sink to rest." He was truly a good soldier, never flinching from the path of duty which he was religiously trained from a child, was a lover of the Bible and the course of religion. Although exposed to the many snares, which ever surrounded the camp, the duty of reading his Bible was not neglected. He remarked [...] his brother that had we more praying the war would soon cease. But now he dwells where casting? of arms can never come, where bloodshed is not known, far away where friendship's [?] cannot eat this resting [cannot read]

[Note: Not buried here?]

Gallipolis Journal
June 8, 1864
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Peter Pritchett Dead
   Peter B. Pritchett, mention of whose hopeless illness was made in last week's Bulletin, died last Thursday morning at the home of his sister-in-law, Miss Ann Clark, on lower Fourth avenue. Mr. Pritchett was born in Clay Tp. in a log house still standing on a hill back of the junction of Raccoon Creek and the Ohio River, and was 79 years and 3 months old. His parents were Hiram and Maria Blazer Pritchett.
   Mr. Pritchett was a cabinet maker by trade, having been employed for several years in the old Fuller-Hutsinpiller factory. He served as fire chief for the city of Gallipolis for 25 years and was presented with a very fine gold watch by the city for faithful service. He was also a township trustee for 18 years.
   He leaves to mourn their loss four sons, Claude of Dayton, Lew and Earl of Columbus and Guy of Toledo, and daughters, Mrs. Burt France of this city, Mrs. C. F. Johnson of Columbus, and Mrs J. S. Billups of Chillicothe. He also leaves one brother, Silas S. Pritchett of the Sandusky Soldiers' Home, and one sister, Mrs. T. B. Gilmore of Huntington.
   Mr. Pritchett served during the Civil War under Capt. Caleb Cherrington in the 193rd O. V. I.
For the past three years Mr. Pritchett has resided at the Soldiers' Home in Dayton. He came here on July 7 to make a visit and was stricken with apoplexy Friday July 18.
   The funeral was held at the Clark residence Sunday afternoon in charge of the Knights of Pythias, the decedent being a charter member and the oldest member of Naomi Lodge, Rev. D. Finley Wood officiated. Burial at Mound Hill by George Wetherholt.

[Note: Per his stone, located in Mound Hill Cemetery, Peter Pritchett was born in 1840 and died in 1919.]

Old Soldier Called
   Henry Wilson Pyles, son of Francis and Susan Pyles, was born Nov. 18, 1844, in Lawrence county, and died June 5, 1917, in his 73rd year. He was left fatherless when less than two years of age, and his mother died in his 11th year. From that time until he was married to Sarah E. Fox in 1864, he made his home with an uncle, W. W. Wiseman.
   Mr. and Mrs. Pyles became the parents of five daughters and four sons, Jerusha, Eugene, Mrs. Sarah Herrell, Mrs. Martha Plybon, Mrs. Rebecca Neal, John, Emma, Lester and Austin. The last three named preceded him in death.
   During the civil war Mr. Pyles was a member of Co. B, 193rd O. V. I. Returning home he bought the farm on which he lived and died. He was a member of the Fairview Christian Church for half a century.
   The funeral services were conducted by Rev. John L. Porter, assisted by Rev. W. P. Myers at Fairview church, and the interment was in the cemetery there on Thursday, June 7.

In Memory
Cornelius Queen was born Dec. 20, 1839, and departed this life July 6, 1920, aged 80 years, 7 months and 14 days. He was united in marriage March 8, 1866, to Louvisa Jane Gillian, who departed this life Sept. 23, 1916. To this union were born ten children, Henry of Ashville, N. C., Simeon of Bidwell, Clara McDaniel of Rodney, Minerva Grover of Bidwell, Flora Cherrington of New Straitsville, Albert of Columbus, Lucinda Hall of Tuscola, Ill., Floyd, whereabouts unknown and Osa Spissa of New York City. One son, Turchen, died in childhood. He was again united in marriage to Mrs. Magdalena Helrich Jan. 6, 1919.
When 35 years of age he joined the M. E. Church at Bethesda and was a faithful member until his death. On April 22, 1861, he enlisted in the Civil War and served four years, during which time he was promoted to corporal. He was given an honorable discharge July 25, 1865. He was a devoted husband and a loving father, and bore his suffering with patience. While on his bed of affliction, he told his children that all was well with him and expressed a willingness to go. Besides his children and wife there remains to mourn his loss 17 grandchildren and many friends.

[Note: Cornelius Queen served in Unit Co. G, 1st, O. H. A. His stone is located in Fairview (Long) Cemetery.]

G. W. Quickle
Mr. George W. Quickle, a veteran of the civil war, died at his home near Ewington Wednesday of last week, aged about 66 years. He left a wife and four sons and two daughters. He was a nice old gentleman and was highly respected by all his neighbors. The funeral services were conducted Friday at Mt. Olive, interment by Butler & Sons of Vinton.

[Note: George W. Quickle served in Unit Co. A, 1st, O. H. A. He was born August 31, 1837 and died March 25, 1903.]