Moundsville Weekly Echo, October 5, 1923

WILLIAM L. ALLEY

W. L. Alley, 88, died at ghis home on Fish creek this morning.

He was a veteran of the civil war, a member of the 6th W. Va. regiment [6th Cav, Company "L"]. He was captured late in the summer of 1864 and spent seven months in Libby prison. A short time before the end of the war he was released in an exchange of prisoners.

Mr. Alley is survived by his wife and four children: George B. Alley of Ashville, N. C.; John W. Alley, at home; Mrs. W. E. Mason of Lynn Camp; and E. S. Alley of Moundsville. Dr. Charles G. Morgan of this city is a nephew. He was a member of the M. E. church.

Submitted by Joseph D. Parriott; typed by Linda Fluharty.

Moundsville Weekly Echo, August 24, 1919

HENRY T. ANSHUTZ

H. T. ANSHUTZ, SURVIVOR OF LIBBY PRISON, DIES IN INDIANA

Capt. W. D. Alexander received word today announcing the death of H. T. Anshutz at Marion, Ind., on August 14th. He was buried at Marion.

"Tuck" Anshutz was well known in this city, having been born and reared here at the Anshutz family home on Water street. He was a veteran of the Civil war and spent many months in Libby prison at Richmond.

Mr. Anshutz is survived by three sisters, Mrs. Sep. Hall of New Martinsville, Mrs. Mary A. Collins of LaJolla, Calif., and Mrs. Rebecca Anshutz of Des Moines, Iowa.

The older people of Moundsville will remember Mr. Anshutz as one of the most popular men of this section.

Submitted by Joseph D. Parriott; typed by Linda Fluharty.

Moundsville Journal, June 2, 1925

THOMAS ASTON

OLD VETERAN ANSWERS LAST TAPS

Thomas Aston 12th W. Va. Co., answered the last taps this morning at 1:00 o'clock at his home at Glen Easton. Mr. Aston has been ill for some time and his death was not unexpected although it cast a shadow of sadness over the community in which he lived and over his many soldier friends.

Mr. Aston served in 12th W. Va. Co. C. during the Civil war, and was one of the 63 veterans who organized Elmore Evans Post, No. 77, in Glen Easton. Of that number there are now only three left, S. R. Hanen, George Hubbs and Samuel Harris. When the post grew so small they were received into the J. C. Caldwell Post No. 21.

He was born and raised in Marshall county and followed farming all his life. His wife preceded him in death several years ago. He is survived by two sons and one daughter - Jess with whom he made his hime, William, of Fork Ridge and Mrs. McCleary of Pleasant Valley. He was the last of the famfily of the late Owen Aston.

Short funeral services will be held at the home in Glen Easton at 1:00 o'clock Thursday. The boday will then be taken to the Pleasant Valley M. E. Church and services will be held there and interment at that place.

Members of the J. C. Caldwell Post will be in charge of the cemetery.

Submitted by Joseph D. Parriott; typed by Linda Fluharty.

Moundsville Echo, January 18, 1929

WILLIAM AUTEN

WILLIAM AUTEN, 84, CIVIL WAR VETERAN, EXPIRES TODAY

William Auten, died at 2 o'clock this morning at the home of his daughter-in-law, Mrs. Ed Auten on Elm avenue. He had been ill a long time of cancer and was in his 84th year.

He was a veteran of the Civil war. Surviving him are one son, Isaac Auten of Glendale, one sister Mrs. Walker Flannagan of Wellsburg, two brothers, Cal. L. Auten and Lon Auten of this city. A son was killed in the Glendale mine on the 30th of July.

The body was removed to the Grisell funeral home awaiting funeral arrangements.

Submitted by Joseph D. Parriott; typed by Linda Fluharty.

NOTE: Company "A" 12th W. Va. Infantry

Wheeling Register - March 18, 1922

COL. FRANCIS W. H. BALDWIN

Colonel Baldwin Answers Taps

Distinguished Civil War Veteran Goes to Reward Yesterday Morning at Moundsville Home.

Following a comparatively brief illness of pneumonia, Col. Francis W. H. Baldwin, Marshall county's most distinguished veteran of the Civil war, passed to his reward yesterday morning in the home of his daughter. Mrs. Will T. Beam, on Tomlinson avenue, Moundsville.

Colonel Baldwin was the only Marshall county boy who served in the Civil war to rise from the rank of private to a colonelcy. He enlisted at the age of 20, a country boy, in Company B, Seventh West Virginia infantry, formed at Cameron, under the command of Captain Thomas Morrison. He served throughout the war, and history states that there is scarcely a regiment suffering more or accomplishing as much as the West Virginia Seventh.

"Buck" was the name his comrades and members of his command had for him, and he was loved and revered by each and every one of the Marshall county lads who served with him. His rise to the colonelcy was not meteroic but was gained through earnest and capable endeavor. He attained the ranks successively until he gained the high honor which he carried when the war ended.

Colonel Baldwin was born in Greene county, Pa., October 24, 1840. He was married in 1876 to Miss Clara Parkinson, and later resided on a farm at Rock Lick, Marshall county. He moved to Moundsville in 1894 and has resided here since. He was a member of the G.A.R., Moundsville lodge of Elks and the Baptist church.

One son, John F. Baldwin of Pittsburgh, and three daughters, Mary E., now at Terra Alta; Mrs. W. T. Beam of this city, and Mrs. C. S. Crow of New Brunswick, N. J. survive.

The funeral arrangements are incomplete, but services will be held Sunday afternoon at 3 o'clock in the Beam home. The Elks will probably have charge.

Submitted by Gary Timmons.

Moundsville Weekly Echo, March 18, 1922

COL. BALDWIN, VETERAN OF CIVIL WAR, DIES AFTER BRIEF ILLNESS

One of the most distinguished veterans of the Civil war, of this locality, passed to the beyond this forenoon. Colonel F. W. H. Baldwin died after less than a week's serious illness. Being in his eighty-second year his health was not robust tho far from being precarious, and an attack of influenza developed into pneumonia.

The funeral will be held from the home of Mrs. W. T. Beam, corner of Tomlinson avenue and Third street, Sunday afternoon at 3 o'clock.

Col. Baldwin was born in Greene county, Pennsylvania, October 24, 1840; died March 17, 1922. In 1876 he married Clara Parkinson and afterwards resided on a farm near Rock Lick, Marshall county. Mrs. Baldwin died a few years ago.

He enlisted as a private at the outbreak of the Civil war; served with distinction throughout the war; and was lieutenant colonel of the 7th West Virginia regiment at the close.

In 1894 he moved to Moundsville where he has since resided. He was a member of the Baptist church, B. P. O. E. and G. A. R.

Col. Baldwin is survived by one son, John F. Baldwin of Pittsburgh, and three daughters, Mary E. Baldwin, now at Terra Alta; Mrs. W. T. Beam, of Moundsville, and Mrs. C. S. Crow, of New Brunswick, N. J. Another daughter, Mrs. Marvin Hodgeman, died four years ago.

Submitted by Joseph D. Parriott; typed by Linda Fluharty.

HENRY BANE

Veteran Dead (Mar 17, 1915 - handwritten on obit) - Henry Bane, aged 80 years, a veteran of the civil war, died at the home of his son at Ottawa, Ill., last Saturday. Deceased was formerly a resident of this section of this section but for the last twenty or more years had made his home with his son at Ottawa. The body was brought to this place Sunday afternoon and after services at the Presbyterian church interred in Cameron cemetery. The funeral services at this place were conducted by Rev. J. I. Gregory. The G. A. R. and Ladies of the G. A. R. accompanied the body to the cemetery.

Submitted by Shirley Allen.

Moundsville Echo, November 27, 1931

GEORGE B. BARR

George B. Barr, 85, the father of George B. Barr, Jr., Jefferson avenue merchant, died at 12:30 o'clock Thanksgiving day at his home on South Zane Highway, Martins Ferry, Ohio. He suffered a stroke recently from which he never recovered.

Mr. Barr, a prominent Martins Ferry veteran of the Civil War was a former mayor of that city and had also served as president of the Martins Ferry city council. He was adjutant for several years of the Thoburn post of the Grand Army of the Republic. He and Leroy Sedgwick were the last two survivors of the "Old Guard" of that past.

Mr. Barr came to Martins Ferry from Steubenville, Ohio, a half century ago, and was one of the founders of a printing establishment with which he was associated for many years. He was a member of the Methodist Episcopal church and served on its official board for several years.

He leaves three sons, Frank and Charles Barr, of Martins Ferry, and George B. Barr, Jr., of Moundsville and two daughters, Mrs. Hugh McGlumphy and Mrs. Bess Truax, both of Martins Ferry. He also leaves one brother, two sisters, 12 grandchildren and nine great grandchildren.

The funeral probably will be held at 2:30 o'clock Sunday afternoon, followed by interment in Riverview cemetery at Martins Ferry. At his longstanding request, the Martins Ferry post of the American Legion will conduct military burial rites at the cemetery.

Submitted by Joseph D. Parriott; typed by Linda Fluharty.

JACOB BASSETT

Moundsville Echo, Moundsville, W.Va. Friday, October 1, 1926.

Jacob Bassett was born in the town of Iselam, England, on January 11, 1845, and came to this country with his parents when a boy 9 years old, being the son of William Bassett and Sarah Bassett whose maiden name was Crow. He was one of seven children. They were Henry, who was for many years a Methodist preacher in Missouri and other states; Jane, who went to Australia when a young girl; Mrs. Lizzie Long, deceased, whose home was in Wheeling; one young sister died at St. Clairsville, Ohio, shortly after coming to this country; and one sister was buried at sea; and Stephen Bassett of Moundsville, the last living of the family. Jacob Bassett served in the Union army for many months and was wounded in the seige of Petersburg. He was married to Cyntha A. Clark. To this union were born five children: Ida L. Hall, who died several years ago; Milton who died in his infancy; and C. E., A. A., and E. J., who are well known. He departed this life September 22, 1926, in his 82nd year. He leaves 13 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren and many other relatives and friends. He was for many years a member and officer of the Christian church and a supporter of the Methodist church and a member of the G.A. R.

(Note: Served in Company "C" 12th W.Va. Infantry; transferred 16 Jun 1865 to 10th W.Va. Infantry.)

Submitted by Linda Goddard Stout.

Moundsville Echo, February 11, 1932

CAPT. W. A. BEAGLE, (1838-1932)

Funeral services will be held for the late Capt. W. A. Beagle, aged 94, a Civil War veteran, at 2:00 Friday at the First Christian Church. Mr. Beagle lived practically all of his life in Tyler Co, WV, moving here with his father when he was only one year old. His mother passed away while he was still very young. Mr. Beagle was married twice. His first wife died 21 years ago and in June 1926, he married Mrs. Ella Fowler, who survives and the following children: Mrs. C. B. Ullum, Indianapolis, IN; J. S. Beagle, Wooster, OH; Dr. Allen Beagle, Grafton, WV; and Mrs. Irene Donahue Greenley of this city; 12 grandchildren, one great-grandchild and one great-great grandchild. Two sons, Erwin, who passed away seven years ago and Dr. Lon Beagle, who died one year ago, preceded their father in death. Mr. Beagle was born in what is Woodlands, Marshall Co, (W)VA on 17 Sep 1838. William A. Beagle moved with his father, Thomas Beagle, a native of PA, to Union District on Little Buffalo, Tyler Co, (W)VA. He resided on the old homeplace until about ten years ago, when he moved to Sistersville, WV. At the outbreak of the Civil War, Mr. Beagle enlisted and took part in most of the prominent battles of the war.

Moundsville Daily Echo, Tuesday, February 2, 1926

WILLIAM BENNETT

William Bennett, Civil War veteran, died at his home in McMechen, WV. He was 84 years old & has made McMechen his home for the past 7 years, having moved from Shadyside, Ohio. He lived the greater part of his life at Powhatan Point, Ohio. He leaves a wife; three sons, A. R. pastor of the M. E. Church of Benwood, WV; John E. of Shadyside; W. H. of McMechen; and three daughters, Mrs. Filena Sweeney of Moundsville, WV; Mrs. George Keyser and Mrs. George North, both of Shadyside. The funeral services were held at the home. Burial was at Powhatan, OH.

Washington Observer, February 5, 1907.

FREDERICK BEYMER

West Finley, Pennsylvania February 2, 1907

Fredrick Beymer, an aged resident of West Finley, and a veteran of the Civil War died at his home at the age of 79 years. The cause of his death was a combination of diseases. The deceased was a well liked farmer of this region for may years. At the breaking out of the Civil War he served in the 14th Cavalry and the 15th W.V. Infantry, having served throughout the war with distinction, having taken part in a number of important battles. Funeral services were held from his home. The interment was in the Dallas Cemetery. The deceased veteran is survived by his wife who is now very ill, and by the following children, John Beymer of Wheeling, Dennis Beymer, at home, Mrs. David Johnson of Washington, Carl and Effie Beymer at home.

Submitted by Karen Hucko.

JOSEPH B. BLAKE

Joseph B. Blake, a veteran of the Civil War and one of the oldest citizens of Wetzel county, died at his home in Proctor District on 16 Oct 1919 at the age of 83 years. He was born 16 Feb 1837 near Rosby's Rock in Marshall Co, (W)VA. He was united in marriage in Feb 1860 with Lydia Gorby at the age of 24 years. To this union fifteen children were born, eight sons and seven daughters. Mrs. Blake died in 1887 at the age of 51 years. Mr. Blake married Eliza Jane Coffield Goddard, widow of Harrison Goddard, on 29 Oct 1887. They had seven sons and one daughter. Surviving besides his widow, Eliza, are nineteen children, 98 grandchildren, 25 great-grandchildren, three brothers and two sisters. Mr. Blake was a member of the Christian Church, joining at the age of 30 and being baptized by Rev. Anguish. Joseph B. Blake served three years in the Civil War. Funeral services were held at the Antioch Christian Church with Rev. Linkletter officiating. Interment was in the church cemetery. (1837-1919)

Moundsville Daily Echo, Feb 23, 1927

ROBERT BLAKE

FORMER MARSHALL COUNTY RESIDENT CALLED BY DEATH

Robert Blake, 85, former resident of Marshall county and a Civil War veteran, died at his home in Elm Grove last evening. Mr. Blake was born in Marshall County and for a number of years conducted a farm in this community. A little over 22 years ago he retired and moved to Elm Grove where he has since resided.

Mr. Blake had a remarkable record as a soldier in the Civil war, serving in 32 engagements and witnessing the surrender of General Lee. He was never wounded. Several Moundsville veterans attended the reunion in honor of Mr. Blake's birthday which was held at the late home last June 25th.

He is survived by the following sons and daughters: J. E. Blake of Cameron, Frank W. Blake of Wheeling, R. L. Blake of Elm Grove, Mrs. Mary Cole of Elm Grove and Mrs. Lila Moss of Elm Grove. Eleven grandchildren and one great grandson also survive.

Funeral arrangements are incomplete.

Submitted by Joseph D. Parriott; typed by Linda Fluharty.

ROBERT BLAKE, after 86 years of life well-lived, death mustered out the service of Robert Blake, one of the last of the Civil War veterans of this district. He died at his home in Elm Grove, WV. The last reunion of the Civil War veterans in this district was held at the home of Robert Blake last June. There the aged comrades of the Grand Army of the Republic enacted the surrender of Robert E. Lee to General Grant., which many of them had witnessed at Appomattox, VA, so many years ago. Since that merry day last summer, a number of the old veterans have died. The few comrades that are able will act as an escort of honor for Mr. Blake as taps sound forth through Stone Church Cemetery. One of the cherished memories of Robert Blake was his meeting with Abraham Lincoln in Washington just after the close of the Civil War. School children were went to crowd around the chair where the aged man sat and would listen to him tell of the days of his youth when "Lincoln spoke to us, just like he was one of us." It was ever the old man's proudest boast that his first vote had been cast for Lincoln for president. Robert Blake enlisted in the 15th VA Infantry on 11 Oct 1862 and served until he was mustered out two months after the surrender of Lee. Although he saw action in 32 engagements, he came through the war without being wounded. He was born in Marshall Co, WV and for a number of years operated a farm in that county. About 25 years ago, he retired and moved to Elm Grove, WV, where he resided until his death. He was a member of the Elm Grove M. E. Church and of the G. A. R. Surviving are the following children: Frank W. Blake of Wheeling, WV; J. E. Blake of Cameron, WV; R. L. Blake of Elm Grove; Mrs. Mary Cole of Elm Grove and Mrs. Lila Moss of Elm Grove. Eleven grandchildren and one great-grandchild survive. Funeral services held at Elm Grove. Burial in the Stone Church Cemetery. (Feb 22, 1927)

Moundsville Weekly Echo, March 10, 1922

JEREMIAH BOGARD

JEREMIAH BOGARD DIES

Jeremiah Bogard died at the Glendale hospital at 2 p.m. Monday after three days illnes of pneumonia. He became sick Friday afternoon and on Saturday he was taken to the hospital from his home at 327 Eighth street, just west of Lafayette avenue.

The funeral will occur Thursday afternoon at 2 o'clock from his late home.

Mr. Bogard was born near Wheeling April 5, 1845, and enlisted in Co. F, First W.Va. Cavalry at Wheeling. He served in Sherman's army when Gen. Sherman commanded in the Shenandoah valley.

Fifty-two years ago last September he was married to Miss Laura Daugherty, who then resided near Howard Post office, Liberty district. Since then they lived almost all the time in this county, once moving to Ohio county for a short time. They moved to Moundsville in 1907 from Glen Easton.

Mrs. Bogard and four children survive: Mrs. Rosa Kerns, Moundsville; Charles, at home; Mrs. Edward Tappe, Wheeling, and Vinton T. of Wheeling. A brother Samuel of Cameron and sister living at Pittsburgh also survive. He was a member of J. C. Caldwell Post G.A.R. and held to the Christian church belief.

Submitted by Joseph D. Parriott; typed by Linda Fluharty.

THOMAS SNODGRASS BONAR

Faithful 'Boy In Blue' Answers Final Roll Call;
Goes to Meet Buddies, Supreme Commander

THOMAS SNODGRASS BONAR, 88, DIES IN HOME OF SON HERE

Chosen A Few Weeks Ago As Adjutant of County Veteran's Association

From the thinning ranks of the Grand Army of the Republic another aged soldier has stepped forth to salute his Supreme Commander as Death, Wednesday, sounded "Taps" for Thomas Snodgrass Bonar.

Not only his comrades of long distant battle fields and his family alone grieve the passing of this gallant gentlemen, but the hundreds of people throughout the county who knew and loved him as "Uncle Tommy Bonar."

Mr. Bonar died Wednesday morning at 6:00 o'clock at the home of his son, Dr. W. P. Bonar, 610 Tomlinson avenue where he had lived for the past 20 years. He had been steadfast since July second, suffering from senile gangrene in his foot. With him when death came was his aged wife, Mrs. Martha Bonar, whom he married in 1864 after his return from the Civil War.

All of Mr. Bonar's long life was spent in Marshall county. He was a son of Martin and Jane Bonar, two of the first pioneers to push across the Alleghenies into the the western wilderness which later was to become Marshall county. He was born in the original Bonar homestead on Bowman's Ridge November 14, 1841. He spent the greater part of his life on the farm. In the seventies he moved to Moundsville and conducted a store for several years, but the lure of the home acres was too strong for him and he soon gave up his store to return to his home farm. Later he moved to the "Matt Bonar Farm" where he resided until moving again to Moundsville to make his home with his son, Dr. W. P. Bonar.

Mr. Bonar was one of the first members of the G.A.R. post at Glen Easton and served in every office in the post. Upon coming to Moundsville he moved his membership to the J. C. Caldwell post where his trustworthiness again won him in turn every elective office in the post. He was then elected commander of the West Virginia Department of the Grand Army of the Republic.

Just a few weeks ago veterans of three wars meeting in the Marshall County Veterans Association chose Mr. Bonar as adjutant knowing that he was too feeble at that time to handle the work of adjutant, the members nevertheless elected him to this important post as a token of their appreciation of his past service.

A number of years ago the local lodge of Masons presented Mr. Bonar with a jewel in celebration of his fifty years of membership in the Masonic order. He was not the oldest member of the lodge in years, but he was the oldest member in terms of years of membership in the Masonic order in this city.

From his youth, this aged man had been a staunch member of the Methodist Episcopal church. He was regular in his attendance and took great interest in Sunday school work, serving at various times as superintendent and as teacher in the Sunday school department. He was united with that faith, at the little country church on Bowman's Ridge which he had attended as a boy, and later moved his membership to the Robert's Ridge Methodist Episcopal church because it was more accessible to him. Upon moving to this city he transferred his letter of membership to the First Methodist Episcopal church.

Funeral services will be conducted in the First M. E. church here, Friday afternoon with the Rev. Hoffman in charge. Burial will be made in the Mount Rose cemetery. Grandsons and nephews will act as pallbearers.

Submitted by Naomi Lowe Hupp.

Moundsville Echo, October 30, 1929

T. S. BONAR

BLOOD-POISONING ENDS USEFUL CAREER OF PROMINENT CITIZEN; RITES FRIDAY

Moundsville and Marshall county lost one of the most highly respected and best known citizens this morning when T. S. Bonar died at six o'clock at the home of his son Dr. W. P. Bonar on southern Tomlinson avenue.

Death came after a long illness of senile gangrene on the foot. The last two times he had left his home was to attend the Bonar reunion on the camp ground on June 30th, and to visit the girl scout camp on Fish creek a few days later.

Thomas Snodgrass Bonar was born Nov. 14, 1841, on Bowman ridge. He was the son of Martin and Jane Porter Bonar, early residents of the county. Martin Bonar was born on Fork ridge, while his wife came from near Frostburg, Md. Mr. Bonar was almost 88 years old and spent his entire life in Marshall county.

On November 19, 1864, he was married to Martha Bonar of Bowman ridge. Eleven children were born, four dying in infancy and early childhood, and three in later years. They were the oldest son, Frank Bonar, who died in 1923 in Denver, Colo., Eustice I. Bonar who died one year ago, and Hubard Bonar who died in 1899.

Surviving him are his aged wife, and two sons, Dr. W. P. Bonar of Moundsville, and Dr. Martin L. Bonar, a professor in the school of medicine in West Virginia University at Morgantown, and two daughters Mrs. Allie Faust of near Clarksburg, and Mrs. Bertha Kidd? of Clarksburg. One brother Jessie L. Bonar of Fourth street, Moundsville, also survives. The latter is the only survivor of a family of thirteen children.

Mr. Bonar was at one time a deputy sheriff of Marshall county and was engaged in the mercantile business on Seventh stret in the 70's. In 1880 he moved to Bowman ridge where he was engaged in farming until 1902, when he moved to Roberts ridge where he remained until 1907, when he came to Moundsville and he and Mrs. Bonar have since made their home with their son Dr. and Mrs. W. P. Bonar.

KNOWN THROUGHOUT THE STATE

Mr. Bonar was one of the best known members of the G. A. R. in the state. While living on Bowman ridge he was a member of Elmer Evans Post, and transferred his membership to J. C. Caldwell Post after coming to Moundsville. He has served as both Post commander and state commander and as long as health and permitted he attended all the state and many of the national meetings. He enlisted in the army in 1861 and served three years, being in several battles during the time. He was in the battle of Newmarket and a few years ago participated in the sham battle held there, and helped to arrange the armies for the event.

He was a staunch member of the Methodist Episcopal church, and was active in Masonry, being the oldest Mason in point of membership in the town and probably in the state. Mr. Bonar possessed an unusual talent for singing and many a gathering was favored with a song from him. He never refused, and often when called upon for a speech he would respond with a song.

The funeral will be held from the First M. E. Church Friday morning at 10:30 o'clock followed by interment in the family lot in Mt. Rose cemetery.

Submitted by Joseph D. Parriott; typed by Linda Fluharty.

Moundsville Weekly Echo, March 7, 1924

JONATHAN BONDY

JONATHAN BONDY, CIVIL WAR VETERAN, IS DEAD

Jonathan Bondy died at his home at 1322 Ninth street at 3 a.m. today after an illness of grippe. He was in his 75th year.

He was born in Allegheny county, Pa., and had lived here twenty years. He served his country in the civil war. He was a private in Co. 8 [H, not 8], 17th W. Va. Infantry.

He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Anna Bondy; four sons John of Martines Ferry, Wylie and George of this city; and three daughters, Mrs. J. H. Breverly of this city, Mrs. George Hemerlick and Mrs. C. R. McIlval. Two sons died some time ago.

Submitted by Joseph D. Parriott; typed by Linda Fluharty.

Moundsville, Echo, March 25, 1904

JOB BOWEN

Job Bowen, died 25 Mar 1904, aged 66 years. He was a soldier during the Civil War in the 17th Regiment of the WV Infantry. He leaves a family of five children: William, at home; B. F., Benwood, WV; Mrs. Z. M. Clayton, Moundsville, WV; Mrs. Lewis Nolte, Wheeling, WV; and Mrs. F. C. Baker, Charleston, WV. Interment in the Mt. Rose Cemetery.

Moundsville Echo, May 22, 1903

HENRY JEROME BOWERS

CAPT. BOWERS DEAD.

Capt. H. Jerome Bowers died at his home near Loudensville, May 17 at 4 a.m. aged 69 years. The deceased leaves four children, Mrs. Helen G. Butterfield, J. W. P., C. D. and H. H. Bowers.

The deceased was born in this city and was for many years a resident of it. He served throughout the entire Civil War, and was well and favorably known to the old residents of Moundsville.

Funeral services will he held at 2 o'clock Tuesday at the residence of his son J. P. W. Bowers on Lafayette avenue. Interment at Mt. Rose cemetery.

Submitted by Joseph D. Parriott; typed by Linda Fluharty.

Note: Captain, Company "H" 7th W. Va. Infantry.

Moundsville Journal, August 17, 1918

LEVI GREGG BROCK

Mr. Levi Gregg Brock, one of Moundsville's most prominent citizens, died early this morning at the family home, Tomlinson avenue and Ninth street.

Mr. Brock was found dead in bed by his daughter, Mrs. H. B. Bakewell, who went to his room when he failed to show up at the usual time for breakfast.

The death was a sad shock to the many hundreds of relatives and friend of the deceased. He had been in the usual state of health and last night attended a meeting of the Men's Bible class of the Christian church at the residence of O. S. Chambers.

Returning home about 10 o'clock Mr. Brock retired, and at the time he was found this morning had probably been dead about two hours.

The deceased was born in Monroe county, O., on March 10, 1845, and was thus in his seventy-fourth year.

He enlisted in the Union army when he was a mere boy of sixteen and served about a year. At the battle of Shiloh he was severely wounded in the hip and a short time afterward he was honorably discharged from the army on disability grounds. The wound he received at Shiloh affected his physical activities all throughout life.

For twenty-one years Mr. Brock followed the profession of school teaching and in 1884 he entered the Marshall County Bank where he remained as assistant cashier and bookkeeper until 1905, a period of twenty-two years, when he resigned to move to St. Helena, California, to go into retirement.

He lived ten years in California and returned to Moundsville in 1915.

Religiously Mr. Brock was a devout member of the Christian church of this city and for forty years, excepting the period in which he resided in California, he was an elder in the local church.

Fraternally he had been a Mason for fifty-one years and only last year was presented with the fifty year service Masonic medal. He was also a member of the I.O.O.F., the National Union and the G.A.R.

Mr. Brock had served on the city council and for twelve years was president of the Moundsville board of education.

The survivors include one son Lisle G. Brock and two daughters, Mrs. H. B. Bakewell and Mrs. W. J. Bryant.

Rev. J. B. Smith, pastor of the Christian church where Mr. Brock worshiped, is out of the city today but has been notified and will return to conduct the funeral services.

Moundsville Weekly Echo, August 23, 1918

L. G. BROCK PASSED AWAY

L. G. Brock, one of the best known and most respected residents of Moundsville passed away early this morning of heart trouble at his home at the corner of Ninth street and Tomlinson avenue. He was 73 years of age and had been a resident of Moundsville during the most of his lifetime.

He was apparently in good health and his death came as a great surprise. He attended a meeting of his Sunday school class last night and seemed as usual. He was all right at five o'clock this morning, but shortly after seven o'clock life departed. When a physician was summoned he pronounced it a case of heart trouble and that death was instantaneous.

Mr. Brock was born March 10, 1845 in Monroe county, Ohio. He early moved to Moundsville and became a prominent citizen.

For twenty-one years he was connected with the Marshall county bank and was for nine years a member of the Board of Education of the Independent school district. He was an active member of the Christian church and was a member of J. C. Caldwell post No. 6, G.A.R., the Masonic order, the Odd Fellows and the National Union.

He enlisted on the union side in the civil war and fought gallantly until wounded at Shiloh. His wounds prevented his serving longer and he was honorably discharged.

In 1905 he removed from Moundsville to California and there was located at San Diego and other places. He remained in that western state for ten years, returning to Moundsville three years ago, in 1915. He has since been leading a retired life but was active in Church, lodge, and other civic affairs.

He is survived by his wife, two children, his son Lyle B. Brock and daughter Mrs. Maude Bakewell, both of this city, and four grandchildren, Catherine Brock, Julian Brock, Herbert Bakewell and Thera Bakewell. A sister and a brother survive: Mrs. Mary Yoho of Martins Ferry and William Brock of Beallsville, Ohio.

Mrs. Virginia Bryant of this city, is an adopted daughter.

Funeral arrangements are incomplete but services will probably be held Monday or Tuesday with interment in Mount Rose.

Submitted by Joseph D. Parriott; typed by Linda Fluharty.

NOTE: Levi Brock served in Company "F" 15th Ohio Volunteer Infantry.

FREDERICK M. BROWN Expires at McMechen

NOTE: Served in Battery "D" 1st WV Light Artillery (Carlin's Battery)

Marshall county lost a revered and cherished citizen Wednesday in the death of Frederick M. Brown, father of attorney Martin Brown of this city, and a veteran of the civil war. Mr. Brown died at noon yesterday in the family home on Garfield street. McMechen, following a brief illness of pneumonia.

Mr. Brown was 86 years of age and had lived practically the entire period of his life in Union district, Marshall county. He was brought up on a farm near Sherrard, which he tilled for years. Some fifteen years ago he retired, moving to McMechen where he had since made his home.

For the last ten years Mr. Brown had been one of the most active members of J. C. Caldwell post of the G.A.R. and at all memorial and patriotic affairs he was a leading figure. Since taking up his residence in McMechen, he was one of the leaders in all patriotic ceremonies put on by the community. He was known and liked throughout the town and county. He was familiarly known as "Daddy" Brown and even in his declining years he always looked the part of a soldier, wearing a hat with a __d band, the band he once wore on the field of honor.

Three other sons survive, Frank, Fred and John, and two daughters, Miss Myrtle, at home, and Mrs. Thomas Wilson, of McMechen.

The funeral will be held from the home Saturday at 2:30 p.m. Ritualistic services will be conducted by Caldwell post of the GAR and the AA Mountain post of the American Legion will assist with the funeral and perform the burial ritual at the grave, assisted by a firing squad. Burial will occur in Allen Grove cemetery, Sherrard.

Submitted by Mark Kreps.

NATHAN T. BRUCE - Died 1913 - Co. I 10th W.Va. Inf.

Nathan T. Bruce, aged about 70 years, a veteran of the civil war, died at his home at Sand Hill Saturday. Deceased was commander of the Marshall County Veteran association and was a member of the I. O. O. F. The funeral services were in charge of the Odd Fellows lodge, Rev. Carder preaching the sermon. Interment in Sand Hill cemetery.

Submitted by Shirley Allen.

Moundsville Echo, November 20, 1903

ABRAHAM BRYSON

The news reached Moundsville this morning that Abraham Bryson, formerly of this city, had died at the Soldiers Home in Dayton, Ohio. Mr. Bryson was well known in this city, was a charter member of theNational Union and also belonged to this post of the G.A.R.

He has two sons in Moundsville, Al and George, and two daugthers in Pittsburg. The G.A.R. will probably be in charge of the funeral, which will be held here.

Submitted by Joseph D. Parriott; typed by Linda Fluharty.

Moundsville Echo, June 28, 1901

JESSE BURCH

Jesse Burch, an aged and well known citizen of this city, was found dead in bed this morning at the home of his daughter Mrs. Mary Henderson at the corner of Eighth street and Jefferson avenue.

The deceased was 92 years old and had been in poor health a number of years with afflictions incidental to old age. He went to bed last night in usual health and passed away quietly. Not arising at his usual hour attracted attention and he was found dead, apparently having been dead an hour, with a peaceful smile upon his usual pleasant countenance.

He leaves a number of children and grandchildren to mourn his death, besides many friends. Of his children Mrs. Mary Henderson, Mrs. C. C. Gordon, Mrs. Fred Smith, Mrs. J. B. McPeek, Mrs. Wm. B. Catlett, and Clarence Burch are residents of this city, and R. I. Burch of Bellaire.

He was a blacksmith and wagon maker by trade and spent many years at his trade at Limestone. He served through the civil war and was a good soldier not only on the battlefield but in camp, being a pleasant companion. He united with the Baptist church in Belmont county, Ohio, in his early days and a letter from the Bristol Baptist church in that county, written with a quill pen in 1845 is now in the hands of his daughter. It is not discolored but looks as fresh almost as when written.

He never depositd his card until June the 9th of this year, when he deposited it in the Baptist church here, as he never lived where he had an opportunity to affiliate with the church of his choice. He had a presentment of death in this peaceful manner and it was a custom of his to bid all good night when he retired, and would often remark: "I may be in another world in the morning."

The funeral will occur Sunday afternoon under the direction of the G. A. R.

Submitted by Joseph D. Parriott; typed by Linda Fluharty.

(NOTE: Was in 1st WV Infantry, Co D)

OBIT #2

JESSE BURCH died 28 Jun 1901 at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Mary Henderson of Moundsville, WV. He was 92 years old. He leaves a number of children and grandchildren to mourn his death. Of his children, Mrs. Mary Henderson, Mrs. G. C. Gordon, Mrs. Fred Smith, Mrs. J. B. McPeek, Mrs. William B. Catlett and Clarence Burch, are residents of this city; R. I. Burch resides in Bellaire, OH. Jesse Burch was a blacksmith and wagonmaker by trade and spent many years at his trade at Limestone, WV. He also served in the Civil War.

Wheeling Register, Tuesday, July 22, 1930

WILLIAM BURRIS

CIVIL WAR VETERAN IS TAKEN BY DEATH

A lingering illness proved fatal at 7 o'clock last night to William Burris, 83, civil war veteran and retired farmer, who succumbed at his home on Big Wheeling Creek above Elm Grove in Marshall county. Death was attributed to the informities incident to his advanced years.

The body has ben removed to the Crider Brothers funeral home, Elm Grove. The funeral arrangements are incomplete.

Mr. Burris, born in Marshall county March 16, 1845, resided in that section his entire life, engaging in agriculture. He served with the Federal army during the Civil war and was a member of the Holliday post G. A. R.

Surviving are his wife, Mrs. Phoebe Burris; eight sons, James, W. S., Harvey, Dallas, Clem and Charles, all of Elm Grove; Walter of Moundsville and M. B. Burris of Sherrardsville, O.; and three daughters, Mrs. W. K. Veneman, Mrs. James Veneman and Mrs. John Zink, all of Elm Grove.

Submitted by Cheryl McCombs.

Parkersburg Sentinel (Wood County, WV), Thursday, October 28, 1926

JOHN W. BUSH Died Near Eaton (Wood Co.)

John W. Bush, seventy-eight, died Wednesday evening at his home near Eaton Station (Wood Co.) of dripsical ailments, He was a veteran of the CIVIL WAR having served in the Union Army (17th WV Inf., Co. A) and formerly resided at MOUNDSVILLE. He was well liked by all who knew him, as he was possessed of excellent characteristics and many friends will be sorry to learn of his death.

He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Mary C. Bush and by the following sons: A. L. Bush, Charlotte, N. C. S. A. Bush, Eatons, WV, R. A. Bush, Columbus, Ohio: three sisters and one brother: Mrs. Maude L. Nickols, Akron: Mrs. A. J. Mongold, MOUNDSVILLE; Mrs. E. J. Johnson, Loudenville, WV. and W. A. Bush, of Moundsville.

The funeral will be held at the Cooley chaped near Eatons, but the time has not been decided on. The South Side Furniture & Undertaking Co., is in charge of the arrangements.

Submitted by Linda J. Camp.

Moundsville Daily Echo, May 5, 1930

PHILIP CALDABAUGH

PHILIP CALDABAUGH, 86, CIVIL WAR VETERAN, DIES

Prominent Glendale Man Saw Service With General Sherman

Philip Caldabaugh, one of the eldest and best known residents of this district, died at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Wm. K. Thornburg in Glendale at two o'clock this morning.

His passing away removes another of the few remaining veterans of the Civil war.

Mr. Caldabaugh was born March 13, 1845, and was therefore in his 86th year. His early years were spent on a farm near Brownsville, Monroe county, Ohio. At the beginning of the Civil war he offered his services in defence of his country but was rejected on account of his youth. He was later accepted, however, and served in Company F, 189th Ohio Volunteer Infantry and was mustered in at Marietta, O. His Regiment was attached to General Sherman's Army and did duty in Tennessee, Georgia and Alabama. At the close of the Civil war he came to Wheeling and resided there until ten years ago when he moved to Glendale where he resided until the time of his death.

He has been retired for the past twenty years. He at one time conducted a drayage business of South Wheeling and disposed of this and was employed at the Riverside Tube Works.

He was a member of the Glendale M. E. Church but when residing in Wheeling was a member of the Wesley M. E. church for thirty years.

His parents as well as three brothers and four sisters have preceded him. He is survived by the following daughters and sons; Miss Laura M. Caldabaugh, Mrs. Wm. K. Thornburg, Charles P. Caldabaugh, John C. Caldabaugh and Chester W. Caldabaugh all of Glendale, Harry E. Caldabaugh of Wheeling and Geo. W. Caldabaugh of Los Angeles, Cal. There also survive him twelve grandchildren. Funeral arrangements are incomplete.

Submitted by Joseph D. Parriott; typed by Linda Fluharty.

Unknown Moundsville paper - 1922

SILAS CARMICHAEL

Silas Carmichael died Thursday evening about 9 o'clock at his home at Glen Easton.

Mr. Carmichael was in his 7-?? year. He was a member of J. Elmer Evans Post No. 77 at Glen Easton.

Mr. Carmichael leaves a wife and several children.

Funeral will be held Sunday from his home at 10 a.m. at Salem church on Bowman's ridge.

Submitted by Joseph D. Parriott; typed by Linda Fluharty.

NOTE: Served in Company "L" 4th W.Va. Cavalry.

JACOB CLARK - Died February 23, 1912

Moundsville's Oldest Resident Is Dead

Jacob Clark, Veteran of Civil War, Passes Away At Age of 97.

Jacob Clark, aged 97 years, died at his home on Locust avenue at 2:15 o'clock this morning. Death was caused by a complication and old age. Mr. Clark was the oldest man in Moundsville and spent nearly all his life here. He was twice married. His second wife and ten children survive him. His first wife died forty one years ago yesterday. The children are Bud Clark, T. F. Clark, Mrs. Alice Hammond, and Mrs. Virginia Powell of Moundsville, Alex Clark of Clarksburg, Charles Clark and Mrs. Lida Dunlap of Montgomery, W. Va., David Clay Clark of East St. Louis, Ill., Mrs. Margaret Webster of Marietta, Ohio, and Miss Sallie Clark of Wheeling. Jess Clark died some years ago. He was a soldier in the Civil war (6th W. Va. Cav, Co I). Funeral services will be held at the residence Monday afternoon at 2 o'clock, conducted by Rev. John Beddow of Calvary M. E. Church and Rev. A. Stewart Wahl of the Baptist church. Interment at Mt. Rose cemetery.

Submitted by Shirley Allen.

Moundsville Daily Echo, January 25, 1901

WILLIAM CLAYTON

William Clayton died at his home on northern Tomlinson avenue at 8 o'clock a.m. today. Funeral at 2:00 p.m. Thursday. Mr. Clayton was 76 years of age. During the civil war while doing guard duty in an army camp he was struck on the head by a brick and it caused an aberration of the mind during the last few years of his life and rendered his mental condition like that of a child. When he became incompetent to care for himself his pension was increased from $12 to $72 per month and a guardian was appointed. A daughter has cared for him. He was married twice, both wives now being dead. Several children live in Ohio and Pittsburg. Rev G. T. Clayton, in charge of Holiness mission in Wheeling, is a son.

Submitted by Joseph D. Parriott; typed by Linda Fluharty.

NOTE: Served in Company "I", 3rd WV Infantry, subsequently the 6th WV Cavalry. Enlisted 6/1861; discharged July 1864.

ROBERT M. CLOUSTON

Robert M. Clouston, residence Burlington, Iowa; nativity Virginia, enlisted July 4, 1861 and was mustered July 17, 1861. He served in the 6th Iowa, Company C.

He died January 15, 1863, in Keokuk Hospital of Variola.

(Source "Roster Iowa Volunteers," page 812; and unknown Iowa newspaper)

He was the son of William and Jane (Glass) Clouston. His memorial is on a stone shared by his parents and his brother William Morgan Clouston in the Clouston Cemetery.

He was survived by his wife, Sarah (Pelley) and children, Margaret J, William M, Basil, Martha E, Lydia A, James C, and Mary L.

Death information compiled and submitted by BJ and Don Clouston; the soldier was Don's great-great uncle.

Moundsville Weekly Echo, November 3, 1922

WILLIAM R. COE

WILLIAM COE, CIVIL WAR VETERAN, DEAD

William Coe, and old resident and soldier of this city, passed away at 8:45 o'clock Wednesday evening [Nov 1] at the home of Thomas Hill at No. 7 Park street.

Mr. Coe was one of the very well known people of this city and was among the people that will be much missed on the streets. He had been in poor health for a long time and in recent years was not able to be out as in former years. Mr. Coe was a lifelong member of the Presbyterian church and served in the civil war. He was in the 76th year of his age and is survived by a daughter Mrs. Melvin Carr at Beelers Station.

The body was taken to the home of his daughter at Beelers Station this morning. The funeral party will leave the home of the daughter Friday afternoon at 1 o'clock for Fork ridge Baptist church where services will be held at 2 o'clock. The services will be in charge of Rev. Bailey of that church and the G.A.R. Interment will be made in that [cemetery].

Submitted by Joseph D. Parriott; typed by Linda Fluharty.

NOTE: Served in Company "A" 17th West Virginia Infantry.

Wetzel Democrat, New Martinsville, W. Va., March 30, 1923

EPHRAM D. CONNER

Ephram D. Conner was born near Loudenville, West Virginia on October 22, 1839 and died March 22, 1923, aged 83 years, five months and seven days. He was united in marriage to Miss Armina Blake on August 30, 1872. He was a veteran of the Civil War and was a volunteer in Company A, 3rd Regiment of West Virginia, and was honorably discharged on May 31, 1865. He united with the M. E. Church at the age of 20 years. Mr. Conner was a brother of the late Erlewine Conner whose death occurred recently at the age of 89 years. The deceased is survived by his aged wife and five children, one brother and one sister. Funeral services were conducted by the Rev. C. E. Daily of Sardis, Ohio and his remains were laid to rest in the Wayman’s Cemetery near Proctor, West Virginia. The funeral director was Everett Mason.

Submitted by Linda Goddard Stout.

Moundsville Echo, October 29, 1931

SAMUEL CONNER

S. CONNER, 90, VETERAN, DIES AT HUNDRED

Blind, Helpless Civil War Veteran Expires; Rites Saturday

Funeral services for Samuel Conner, who died at his home at Rock Camp, near Hundred, will be held at the home, Saturday, October 31, at one o'clock. Interment will be made in Sand Hill cemetery in that region.

Mr. Conner was more than ninety years old and was blind and crippled. For many years after he was practically helpless he transacted all his business himself. Lying on his back he was carried into the bank and places of business in Hundred.

He was a Civil War veteran. His wife died several years ago. Several sons and daughters survive. Mrs. Hildebrand, formerly of Moundsville, who died last July, was a daughter.

Submitted by Joseph D. Parriott; typed by Linda Fluharty.

Death: 01-30-1927

SAMUEL A. CONNER, CIVIL WAR VETERAN, DIES AT ROSBYS ROCK

Samuel A. Conner, life long resident of Marshall County, veteran of the Civil War and pensioned employee of the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad company after 50 years of service, died at 12:30 a.m. Sunday at his home in Rosbys Rock following a lingering illness.

Mr. Conner was aged 82 years, seven months and nineteen days. He is survived by his wife, Mary, two sons, Bert and Elva, both of Rosbys Rock, and one daughter, Mrs. Charles Davidson, of Rosbys Rock.

Mr. Conner was employed as a track laborer on the B & O Railroad vicinity of Rosbys Rock from time shortly after the railroad was built until 10 years ago, when he was pensioned.

He enlisted in the Union army on August 18, 1862, and served under the command of the late Captain W. L. Roberts, being honorably discharged on January 5, 1865, at Richmond, Va., witnessing the surrender of Lee, confederate general to Grant, Union Leader.

Funeral services will be held in the home Tuesday morning at 10:00. Interment will occur in Bowman M.E. Cemetary. Rev. J. M. Rine will have charge.

Mrs. Conner, the widow, has been in invalid for a long time, having never recovered from a broken hip sustained in a fall two and one half years ago.

Mr. Conner was a charter member of the Jr. O.U.A.M. at Rosby Rock and later was a member of the Mound City Jr. O.U.A.M. by consolidation. He was a member of the order for over thirty years. And in all that time he was never known to be in arrears.

Submitted by Will Shriver.

Moundsville Journal, January 31, 1927

SAMUEL E. CONNER

Samuel E. Conner, 82, one of Marshall county's few remaining Civil War veterans died at his home in Rosby's Rock, Sunday morning at 12:30 o'clock following a lengthy illness.

Mr. Conner was born and reared on a farm near Rosby's Rock and spent practically all of his life in this county, living on a farm near the scene of his birth.

He enlisted in the Union army on August 18, 1862, Company A, Twelfth West Virginia Regiment of Volunteers and served throughout the Civil War, being discharged from the army at Richmond, Va., on June 10, 1865. Mr. Conner was one of the few remaining witnesses to Lee's surrender to Grant at Appomattox Court House, Virginia.

Returning from the war Mr. Conner entered the employe of the B. & O. railroad where he worked for nearly a half century as a track laborer, retiring about ten years ago on the pension list.

He was a charter member of the Jr. O.F.A.M. council at Rosby's Rock which has since been combined with Mound City Council No. 6, of this city.

Mr. Conner is survived by his wife, Mrs. Mary Conner, two sons, Burt and Elvie Conner, the latter of Moundsville and one daughter, Mrs. Charles Davis of Rosby's Rock. Mrs. Conner, the widow is an invalid, never having fully recovered from a fall two years ago.

Funeral services will be held Tuesday morning from the late home and interment will be made in the Bowman M. E. cemetery.

Undertaker D. C. Lutes was forced to embalm the body in the home, bottomless roads prohibiting removing the body to the undertaking establishment.

Submitted by Joseph D. Parriott; typed by Linda Fluharty.

Moundsville Echo, January 1, 1937

WILLIAM L. CONNER

ACCOUNT OF LIFE OF WM. L. CONNER

The following is taken from the Palo Verde Valley Times, published at Blythe, California:

CIVIL WAR SURVIVOR DIES

William Lipkey Conner passed away at the home of his son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. W. G. Keiser, at Quartzsite, Arizona, Sunday, Dec. 20, at 1:30 p.m. Mr. Conner died of the infirmities of old age. He was born at Wood Hill, Marshall county, West Virginia, Sept. 19, 1843. At the age of 18, Mr. Conner, together with his brother Philip M., enlisted and served in the Union army during the Civil War. Both of them reenlisted, serving two terms.

Mr. Conner was the only survivor of the War of the Rebellion living in this community. Three sons, Pierce M., William H., and George W. (Buck) Conner served in the Spanish-American War, and 11 nephews in the World War. Mr. Conner held two honorable discharges, and was also a survivor of General Custer's brigade. Mr. Conner lived an honorable, upright life, and during his younger days, held many prominent positions. He was tax collector for La Salle county, Illinois, at one time, and marshal under sheriff and jailer in Moundsville, West Virginia later.

Mr. Conner's parents were among the first settlers in what is now Marshall county, West Virginia. He has made his home with his son-in-law and daughter here for about 13 years.

William Lipkey Conner married Leah Bowen October 21, 1863. Seven children were born of this union, Mrs. Conner passing away June 30, 1882. On June 24, 1883 Mr. Conner married Mary Ann Gray. One son, Willard L., was born of this union and Mr. Conner was left a widower for the second time, April 3, 1920.

Two sisters, Mrs. Virginia Nolte and Mrs. Mary Cecil, both of whom live in West Virginia, survive, also seven children: Mrs. Nancy E. Gilbert, of Los Angeles, Pierce M. Conner of Weirton, West Va., William M., Wellsburg, West Va., Richard, Holliday's Cove, West Va., Willard, Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, Mrs. W. G. Keiser and George W. of Quartzsite, Arizona.; 27 grandchildren, 26 great grandchildren and three great great grandchildren. Services were held at the home of Mr. and Mrs. W. G. Keiser, Monday at 3:00 p.m. with Rev. Edgar W. Henshaw, rector of the Salome Mission district, pronouncing the burial service, Mrs. Henshaw sang, "Sometime, Somewhere, We'll Understand," "God Be With You," and "Sweet Bye Bye --- Bye," with piano accompaniment.

The body was escorted from the residence to the crossroads east of town by a contingent of military and naval officers and men in uniform, who also stood at salute beside the bier while the only son who was present, George W. Conner, spoke his farewell to his father. "Taps" was sounded by Legionnaire R. G. Eberhart of Blythe, and the funeral cortege consisting of the Johnson Mortuary hearse and the car transporting the members of the family who reside here, started on the way to Yuma, from where the body was shipped to Moundsville, West Va., where Mr. Conners' remains will be laid to rest beside those of his second wife, Mary Ann Gray Conner. Mrs. W. G. Keiser accompanied the body of her father on its last journey. At the bedside at the time of Mr. Conner's death were his two daughters, Mrs. Nancy E. Gilbert and Mrs. W. G. Keiser, a son George W., his son-in-law, W. G. Keiser and his physician and nurse. The tender loving care that Mr. Conner received in his daughter's home in his declining years, will ever be remembered by the people of this community.

Funeral services followed by interment in Mt. Rose cemetery took place in Moundsville last Saturday afternoon.

Submitted by Joseph D. Parriott; typed by Linda Fluharty.

Moundsville Echo, Friday, April 9, 1926

JOHN W. CRISWELL

John W. Criswell died at his home on Fairview last night. He was 76 years, 10 months and 25 days old. He leaves a wife and seven children - three sons and four daughters. Mr. Criswell was a Civil War veteran, serving about ten months in the 17th W. Va. Regiment, Co. A, under instruction of Captain Baker.

Moundsville Newspaper - Died April 26, 1926

ABSOLOM CROW

ABSOLOM CROW, 89, CIVIL WAR VETERAN DIED LAST NIGHT

Absolom Crow, Civil War Veteran, aged 89 years, passed away at his home on North Jefferson avenue shortly before last midnight after an illness of four weeks duration.

He was born on Fairview Ridge, August 22, 1837, the son of William and Rachael Crow and was one of a family of twelve children of whom but one, Miss Sarah L. Crow of First street survives. He married Sarah E. Magers, on October 18, 1866. The wife preceeded him in death on the 9th of the present month. The surviving children are: J. N. Crow of Fairview; Mrs. Permetea Ruckman of Center street; Charles B. Crow, Chris C. Crow and Dessie Padgett of Moundsville, and Arch Crow of Newark, O.

He served during the Civil War as a member of Company A, 12th West Virginia Volunteer Infantry. He spent the greater part of his life as a livestock dealer and was widely known over the county. He was a member of the Methodist church.

The funeral will be held from the residence of his son, Mr. Chris Crow, at 205 Washington avenue, at two thirty o'clock Thursday afternoon. Services will be conducted by Rev. J. A. Shultz, of the Calvary M. E. church and interment will occur in Mount Rose Cemetery.

Submitted by Joseph D. Parriott; typed by Linda Fluharty.

Note: Death record info was provided by son, Chris, and is inaccurate. The name is given as ABNER. Chris also gave Absolom's wife's name in the place where Absolom's mother's name should have been.

Moundsville Daily Echo, Monday, March 12, 1923

ISAAC CROW

Isaac Crow dead

Isaac Crow died at his home in Glen Easton on Monday, March 12. He was eighty years of age. He was a member of the G.A.R. and enlisted in Co. L 4th regiment of West Virginia.

The funeral will be held from the home on Wednesday the 14th at 1 p.m. The remains will be laid to rest in the Salem cemetery on Bowman Ridge.

*Note: Isaac is the son of Phillip and Jane Blake Crow . His wife is Mary E Lancaster Crow. He is my great great great grandfather.

Submitted by Carla Quigley Stone.

JOHN W. CROW, SR.

(Died 10 Apr 1914) - John W. Crow, Sr., aged 78, of Glen Easton, died at the home of his daughter, Mrs. O. S. Chambers, Moundsville, Friday night at 10 o'clock. The body was taken to his late home Sunday. Mr. Crow is survived by three sons and one daughter. He was a veteran of the Civil war and a member of the J. E. Evans post G. A. R. at Glen Easton and a member of the Marshall county veteran association. The funeral left the late home of the deceased Monday morning at 10 o'clock for the Fork Ridge Universalist church, where services were conducted by Rev. Grimmer. Interment was made at that place.

Submitted by Shirley Allen.

Moundsville Echo, April 17, 1914

J. W. CROW SR. PASSES AWAY

John W. Crow, who has been seriously ill for the last few weeks, died at 10 o'clock Friday night at the home of his daughter, Mrs. O. S. Chambers on Parriott avenue.

The body will be taken to Glen Easton on the 2:34 train Sunday afternoon, and will be taken to Mr. Crow's late home on his farm near that place. Funeral services will be held at the home at 10 o'clock Monday, and the body will then be taken to the Universalist church on Fork Ridge where interment will be made beside the body of his wife.

Mr. Crow was in his seventy-ninth year. He leaves three sons and one daughter. The children are Deputy County Clerk J. W. Crow and Mrs. O. S. Chambers of this city, and Elisha and Harvey Crow of Glen Easton. He also leaves two sisters, Mrs. Susan Griffith and Mrs. Lydia Fox, both of this city. He has a large number of other relatives in Moundsville and about Glen Easton.

Mr. Crow was a veteran of the Civil war and a member of the J. Elmore Evans Post Grand Army of the Republic at Glen Easton, and a member of the Marshall County Veteran Association.

CROW FUNERAL

Short funeral services over the body of J. W. Crow Sr. will be held at the home of his daughter, Mrs. O. S. Chambers on Parriott avenue Sunday after noon, and the body will be taken on the 2:34 train to his late home near Glen Easton.

The funeral party will leave the Crow home at 10 o'clock Monday morning for the Fork Ridge Universalist church where Rev. J. W. Grimmer will conduct the funeral services. Interment will be made in the cemetery at that place.

Submitted by Joseph D. Parriott; typed by Linda Fluharty.

NOTE: Possibly in Company "L", 4th WV Cavalry - Several men of this name in this county.

Moundsville Echo, October 28, 1931

JOHN WESLEY CROW

CIVIL WAR VETERAN AND COUNTY RESIDENT DIES AT HOME HERE

Funeral services for John Wesley Crow, 89, prominent Civil war veteran whose death occurred at the Glendale hospital Tuesday evening, will be held at the Lutes mortuary chapel at two o'clock Friday afternoon. The services will be conducted by Rev. A. R. Bennett, pastor of the Benwood M. E. Church, Rev. J. C. Hoffmanm pastor of the First M. E. church and Dr. L. W. Ressegger, pastor of the Calvary M. E. church of Moundsville. Interment will be made in Greenlawn cemetery.

J. C. Caldwell post No. 21, Grand Army of the Republic assisted by Earl Francis post No. 3, the American Legion, and the Junior Order United American Mechanics will officiate at burial service at the cemetery.

Mr. Crow, who lived at 1108 Second street, died in the hospital at 6:20 o'clock last evening after being a patient there since September 28.

He was a lifelong resident of Marshall county, was born at Stulls run March 4, 1843, a son of Samuel and Sarah Crow. He enlisted for Civil War service soon after the outbreak of the conflict between the states and served until its end with Company C, 12th West Virginia Infantry. He was taken prisoner late in the war and was confined for a time in Andersonville prison.

Mr. Crow was engaged in farming until his retirement several years ago.

He was united in Marriage to Miss Jane Conner who preceded him in death several years. He leaves three sons, Newton Crow, at home; Halcie? Crow, of Moundsville R.D. 1, and Harliss, of Youngstown, Ohio. A son and daughter prededed him in death.

Surviving also are two brothers, William and Edward Crow of Benton Harbor, Mich., and a sister, Mrs. mary Harris, of Newark, O.

Submitted by Joseph D. Parriott; typed by Linda Fluharty.

WAR VETERAN DIES AT HOME

GEORGE W. CUNNINGHAM of 1104 Second street, Civil war Veteran passed away in his 79th year 2:30 am Sunday morning after short illness. He was a member of one of the old pioneer families of Marshall County, the son of Levi and Sophia Crow Cunningham. He was united in marriage to Miss Nancy Whitney march 3, 1866. She passed away to the spirit land last March. He leaves one brother, J. W. Cunningham, and one sister, Mrs. Martha Peters, both of Moundsville besides thirty eight nieces and nephews. Short services will be held at the residence Tuesday, June 29th at 1 pm. The funeral discourse by Rev. W. R. Thompson will be held at the Limestone Presbyterian Church at two o’clock with interment in the Limestone Cemetery. Friends are invited. His comrades in arms will be the pallbearers. The ladies of the G.A.R. services will be held tonight at eight o’clock.

[Note: In Co I, 15th WV Infantry.]

Submitted by Blaine Standiford.

Moundsville Echo, April 9, 1923.

J. W. CUNNINGHAM passed away Saturday evening at 7 0’clock after a short illness at the home of his daughter Mrs. L. H. McCuskey of 1207 Second street, with whom he made his home. Mr. Cunningham was born at Limestone, Marshall County, Oct 16th 1844 being 78 years 6 months and 22 days old at the time of his death. He was a prosperous farmer of Pleasant Valley untill twelve years ago when he came to Moundsville. He was united in marriage to Miss Tabitha Shepherd, who preceded him in death thirty-one years ago. To this union were born four children, one dying in infancy. C. B. Cunningham of Newark Ohio, Mrs. Frank Allen of Hebron Ohio, and Mrs. L. H. McCuskey survive. His five grandchildren were at the bedside at the time of his death. He is survived by one sister, Mrs. R. S. Peters of Moundsville. He served in the Civil War in the 17th Regiment of West Virginia Volunteer Infantry, and was a member of the G.A.R. He was a life long member of the M. E. Church. Funeral services will be held this evening at 8 o’clock at the home of Dr. L. H. McCuskey at 1207 second street. The remains will be taken to the Pleasant Valley M.E. Church Tuesday morning, where short services will be held at 11 o’clock.

Submitted by Blaine Standiford.

ROBERT LUKE DAGUE

Minonk News Dispatch, Minonk, Illinois, Thursday, August 6, 1925. Appropriate correction by James Edward Dague.

VETERAN OF CIVIL WAR SUMMONED

ROBERT LUKE DAGUE DIES AT HIS HOME IN THIS CITY ON SUNDAY MORNING

MILITARY FUNERAL ON TUESDAY

Services at the Home: Burial Being Made at Rutland Under Auspices American Legion

Robert Luke Dague, a veteran of the Civil war and a beloved citizen of Minonk (Illinois) and Rutland (Illinois) vicinity for more than half century died at his home in this city Sunday morning (August 2, 1925) at 9 o'clock. While with his declining years he was quite feeble and his afflictions were many, he had been feeling fairly well and his death came as somewhat of a surprise. Life had not been the same to his since last year, a mate who had gone through the many years with him in a companionship that was singularly devoted and full of concern and love. Perhaps, were it his choice the end was welcome.

Funeral services were held at the home Tuesday afternoon at 2 o'clock, conducted by Rev. H. H. McFall, pastor of the Methodist church, of which Mr. Dague was a member and a trustee for many years. The remains were taken to Rutland for burial and there military honors were conferred by Minonk Post No. 142, American Legion, the members also acting as pallbearers.

Those from away who attended the funeral were: Mr. and Mrs. J. R. Dague of Peoria; Mr. and Mrs. R. R. Dague and family of Belvidere; Mr. and Mrs. Ed Dague and family of Walworth, Wis.,; G. A. Dolen of Silver Lake, Ind.,; Mr. and Mrs. H. L. Dolen, of Hudson; Mrs. S. R. Ingram and daughter, Fannie, of Chicago; Mr. and Mrs. W. W. Ingram of Peoria; Mr. and Mrs. John Kuney and son of Aurora; Mr. and Mrs. Gene Ingram, of Rutland.

Mr. Dague was born at Wheeling, WV**, December 6, 1842, and there he grew to young manhood. During the Civil War he enlisted with Co. I, 15th Regiment of the West Virginia Volunteers, and served three years and nine months to the close of the war. He was married at West Union, PA, October 12, 1871, to Mary Jane Ingram (1847-1924) (unable to read this section.............) and one mile west of Rutland, remaining there for three years. They then moved to a farm one-half mile south of Rutland, living there six or seven years, when they moved to their farm about half way between Rutland and Minonk, where they spent many happy years, moving to Minonk 26 years ago and since residing here.

Four children are left to mourn: Mrs. Laura B. Dague, Walworth, Wis.; R. R. Dague; Belvidere; Ralph Dague, Peoria, and Harry Dague, at home. Two sisters, Mrs. Lucy Mounds and Mrs. Laura Jones both of Wheeling, WV, and one brother, John Dague, living in West Virginia, also survives. There are six grandchildren.

To know "Bob" was to love him, to prize his friendship, to regard his qualities above those of the average man. He was kind, he was gentle, he was friendly. Someway he viewed life in a way that banished such evil thoughts as are brought by spite and hate and revenge. And the leasant, peaceful face that he carried with him to the grave, was his by nature. It was a good man who died.

**The family history would indicate that Mr. Dague was most likely born at Sand Hill, Marshall County, WV, near Wheeling, WV, a son of the late Daniel Dague (1814-1882) and Eliza Jane Luke Dague (1815- 1888).

SPECIAL NOTE: The obituary was generously provided by Howard L. and Jane Dague of Canyon Lake, California.

Submitted by James Edward Dague.

Moundsville Journal, October 10, 1918

WILLIAM DAGUE

Following an illness of several month's duration the death of William Dague, for many years a well known farmer of Marshall county, occurred Wednesday morning at the home of a daughter, Mrs. Rose E. Keyser, of Elm Grove. He was in the 75th year of his age, and the death resulted from an attack of pneumonia.

Arrangements for the funeral are incomplete. It will probably be held Friday, with interment in Dallas cemetery.

Mr. Dague was born August 8, 1844, at Wolf Run, Marshall County, W. Va., the son of Daniel and Eliza (Luke) Dague. He was reared on the farm on which he was born and resided there until twenty years ago, when he removed his family to a farm near Beecham, Washington county, Pa. Two years ago he decided to retire removing to Elm Grove.

Mr. Dague served in the Union army during the Civil war, a member of Co. G, 17th Regiment, West Virginia Volunteer Infantry. On November 26, 1867 he was married to Miss Rebecca Ester Winters of Sand Hill, W. Va. He is survived by her and the following children: Mrs. R. R. Keyser, of Elm Grove; Mrs. Eliza Riggs of near Dallas; Mrs. Harry Kimmins, of Elm Grove; Earl Dague, of Beecham, and Winnie Dague, of Viola, W. Va. A son and a daughter, Daniel B. Dague, and Mrs. Sophia Ullon (Ullom?), are dead.

He is also survived by three brothers and three sisters, as follows: John and Daniel, of Elm Grove; and Robert, of Minonk, Ill.; Mrs. Mary Gray, of Kansas; Mrs. Lucy Mounts of Washington, Pa., and Mrs. Laura Jones, of West Finley township. Two brothers and two sisters are dead.

Submitted by Joseph D. Parriott; typed by Linda Fluharty.

Moundsville Weekly Echo, March 1-, 1922

JOHN DARDINGER

JOHN DARDINGER DIES

John Dardinger, aged 76, died last night about six o'clock of pneumonia at the home of his son George Dardinger on Baker avenue.

Mr. Dardinger had swallowed a piece of beef Sunday which lodged in his throat and had to be removed by an operation. His condition was so weakened that pneumonia developed. He was toothless, which was responsible for his swallowing the meat.

Mr. Dardinger was born in New York and lived at Rosbys Rock before coming to Moundsville.

He was a veteran of the Civil war. One hand and four fingers of the other had been shot off by a cannon.

He is survived by his wife and one son, George. The latter's wife died early Sunday morning and was buried this afternoon.

Funeral arrangements are incomplete.

Submitted by Joseph D. Parriott; typed by Linda Fluharty.

NOTE: Company "A" 11th W. Va. Infantry. Buried at Mt. Rose Cemetery.

Moundsville Echo, February 26, 1931

JACOB DARRAH - Was born on Fish Creek in Marshall Co, WV on 13 Jan 1843 and departed this life on 14 Feb 1931, aged 88 years, one month and 13 days. He spent his entire life in Marshall county. He was the father of 13 children, six of whom survive. His wife, Mrs. Susan Higgs Darrah, passed away 28 Sep 1926. The surviving children are: Mrs. Lonna Moore of Woodlands, WV; Mrs. Anna McClintock of Woodland Hill; Mrs. Bertha Suter and Winfield Darrah, both of Wheeling, WV; Flem Darrah of Warwood, WV and Denton Darrah, at home. He was a veteran of the Civil War, having enlisted at the beginning of the war, when he was very young, in the Union Army. When he was very young, he became a member of the church at Woodland Hill. Funeral services were held at the Woodland Hill Church, conducted by Rev. B. R. James of the M. E. Church at Proctor, WV. Interment was in the Doty Cemetery.

Moundsville Weekly Echo, March 21, 1913

WILLIAM GREENE DAVIS

AGED VETERAN PASSED AWAY

Greene Davis, an aged veteran of the Civil War, died at his hime at Cameron Tuesday. The funeral will be held Thursday at one o'clock from the home at Cameron. A number of the members of J. C. Caldwell Post No. 21 G.A.R. of this city, will go to Cameron to attend the funeral.

Deceased is survived by his wife, two sons and one daughter. The sons are William and Charles Davis of Cameron. The daughter is Mrs. Charles Carpenter, also of Cameron.

Submitted by Joseph D. Parriott; typed by Linda Fluharty.

NOTE: Served in Company "G" 38th Ohio Inf; "B" 6th WV Inf. Government Pension application #1047.273; pension certificate #763.144. Buried at Cameron Cemetery. Widow, Kate, applied also for and received pension (certificate #759.022).

Moundsville Echo, January 3, 1938

ABRAHAM DENNIS

A. DENNIS, 92, CIVIL WAR VET, ANSWERS TAPS

Abraham Dennis, 92, of Thorn Avenue, one of the few surviving Civil war veterans in Marshall County, died Sunday midnight at the home of his sister, Mrs. M. P. Gould in Wheeling.

Mr. Dennis was born in Wheeling, but spent most of his life in Marshall county. Surviving are his sister and several nieces. His wife died about a year ago.

Funeral services will be held Wednesday afternoon at two o'clock at the Lutes chapel, with Rev. A. R. Bennett of Benwood in charge. Interment will be in Mt. Rose cemetery.

Submitted by Joseph D. Parriott; typed by Linda Fluharty.

Moundsville Echo, January 23, 1932

HENRY F. DOBBS

Henry Filmore Dobbs, former prominent Wheeling man, died at 6:20 o'clock this morning at his home on the camp ground, following a brief illness of pneumonia.

Mr. Dobbs was born in Wheeling on July 8, 1849, and was in his 83rd year. He lived in Wheeling all his life, until four years ago when he moved to a home on the camp ground.

He was a member of the Church of God, and was a veteran of the Civil War, serving in Company I, Twelfth West Virginia regiment. He was affiliated with Baltimore Lodge, No. 6, Knights of Pythias, and John A. Logan Council, No. 95, Jr. O.U.A.M., Wheeling. He was a retired veteran of the Baltimore & Ohio railroad.

Mr. Dobbs is survived by his wife, Mrs. Elizabeth Dobbs, and the following sons and daughters: Mrs. Daisy Ann Gaskell, Washington, D. C.; Lee F. Dobbs, Wheeling; George E. Dobbs, Chicago; Mrs. Ada M. Snider, Warwood; Mrs. Margaret E. David, New York City; Mrs. Hazel E. Livingston, Monongahela City, Pa.; Miss Muriel N. Dobbs, New York City. Three step-sons and four step-daughters also survive.

The body was removed to the Riggs funeral home pending funeral arrangements.

Submitted by Joseph D. Parriott; typed by Linda Fluharty.

Moundsville Weekly Echo, January 24, 1919

THOMAS DOUGLAS

CIVIL WAR VETERAN DIES THURSDAY NIGHT

Thomas Douglas died at 6 o'clock Thursday evening at the home of his daughter Mrs. E. K. Akin on southern Tomlinson avenue.

Mr. Douglas was in his 81st year. He was born October 7th 1838. He was a veteran of the 118th regiment company 1, Pennsylvania volunteers. He is survived by his widow, Mrs. Rachael Ludercoffer Douglas, two daughters, Mrs. E. J. Akin, of this city and Mrs. C. L. Sauney, of Rutan, Pa., two granddaughters, Mrs. Charles Franzheim of Wheeling and Miss Cecil Sauney of Rutan, Pa., one brother, W. W. Douglass of Carnegie, Pa.

Brief services will be held this evening at 8:30 o'clock at the home of his daughter Mrs. E. K. Akin, 1012? Tomlinson avenue, Rev. C. O. Smith of the United Presbyterian church will have charge of the services. The funeral party will leave on the 9:45 train Saturday morning for Canonnsburg, Pa. There services will be held in the Hill church at 3? p.m. Rev. Dr. W. D. Irons in McDonald, Pa. will have charge of the services. Interment will be made in Chartiers cemetery.

Submitted by Joseph D. Parriott; typed by Linda Fluharty.

Unknown Moundsville newspaper - Died May 9, 1914

BLACKBURN BARRETT DOVENER

CAPTAIN B. B. DOVENER

Captain B. B. Dovener, one of the best known attorneys of Wheeling, and former member of the West Virginia legislature and congressman from this district of West Virginia, died at the sanitarium at Glen Echo, Maryland, where he had been seriously ill, Saturday.

Captain Dovener was in his 73rd year. He leaves his wife and one son, William N. Dovener. One son, Robert, is dead.

Captain Dovener was a native of Putnam county, W. Va. He served prominently in the Union army throughout the Civil war, attaining the rank of captain.

He was elected to the state legislature from Ohio county in 1883. In 1894 he was elected to congress from the First West Virginia district, and served in that capacity six terms.

He was a member of the Elks and of the G. A. R.

Submitted by Joseph D. Parriott; typed by Linda Fluharty.

NOTE: Captain, Company "A" 15th W. Va. Infantry.

Moundsville Echo, November 1, 1901

G. A. DOWLER

THE RANKS BROKEN

G. A. Dowler, a well known Grand Army Veteran of Sherrard, died at the Glendale hospital on Tuesday night of typhoid fever. Deceased was about 56 years of age. He served through the war of the Rebellion in Co D Carlin's Battery. He was a son of the late Michael Dowler and brother of Dr. Dowler, a practicing physician of McMechen. Funeral at 2 o'clock on Friday. Interment at Mt Olivet cemetery.

Submitted by Joseph D. Parriott; typed by Linda Fluharty.

NOTE: Battery "D" 1st West Virginia Light Artillery Regiment. See Carlin's Wheeling Battery.

Moundsville Daily Echo, August 20, 1906

JOHN DUNCAN

Old Soldier Dead

John Duncan, aged 75 years, died at his home on Walnut avenue Sunday evening at about 8 o’clock of cholera morbus. Deceased was a native of Greene county, Pa., but has been a resident of this city for more than twenty years. He was a veteran of the late war and a member of the G.A.R Post.

Funeral at 2 o’clock Tuesday afternoon. Interment at Mt. Rose cemetery.

Submitted by Tiffany Shapiro.

Moundsville Echo, June 14, 1906

JAMES W. DUNLEVY

James W. Dunlevy died at his home at Cameron today Thursday at 10:25 a.m.

The funeral will occur at Cameron on Saturday at 1 o'clock. It will be in charge of the Masons. The Knights of Pythias and Elks will also attend in bodies.

Mr. Dunlevy was in his seventy-first year. His wife died about two years ago, and a daughter, Mrs. W. H. Hagans, some years before. Two daughters survive.

Just a week before death he was stricken with paralysis. For some years he had been in failing health, part of the time his condition being very critical. Only a few weeks ago he was in Moundsville on business. It was his intention to spend several months in California and had not a slight indisposition caused delay he would have been in San Francisco when the earthquake occurred.

At home Mr. Dunlevy is known as one of the town's best citizens and leading business men, having always been a leader in everything for the benefit of the community. His main business in recent years has been the flour mill, with a directorship in the Bank of Cameron and other institutions.

Throughout the county he was best known as the man who was elected to a place on the county court to reform Marshall County's affairs. He overcame 1600 majority by a majority of 141 in his favor, though it required two years to carry the case to the Supreme Court and get the office.

Mr. Dunlevy was not a member of any church. In politics he was a democrat.

NOTE: According to his biography in "History of the Upper Ohio Valley," in 1861 he entered the quartermaster's department of the United States service and served there until 1863.

Submitted by Joseph D. Parriott; typed by Linda Fluharty.

Wetzel Democrat, New Martinsville, WV, August 11, 1922

JAMES DURRAH - A Civil War veteran and lifelong citizen of Marshall Co, WV, died at his home in Woodland, WV on 2 Aug 1922 at the age of 80 years. Three sons survive him. They are: William Durrah of Woodland; Lemuel Durrah of Moundsville, WV; and Clarence Durrah of Fairmont, WV. Funeral services were conducted by Rev. Rine of Rosby's Rock. Interment was in Fredonia Cemetery.

Moundsville Echo, July 24, 1930

STEWART M. EARLIWINE

Stewart M. Earliwine passed away at the family home in Loudenville, Thursday morning July 24th at 2 o'clock. He was born December 16, 1845, making him 84 years, seven months and eight days old.

He leaves three children, Mrs. Belle Logsdon of Waymans ridge, Milton Earliwine of Loundenville, and Harry Earliwine of Moundsville; a brother William Earliwine of Sherrard; and seven grand children and seven great grand children and a host of friends and relatives.

He was a veteran of the Civil war. Mr. Earliwine was a member of the Fork ridge Baptist church and was a faithful member unto his death.

Funeral services will be held at the Fork Ridge Baptist church. The funeral party will leave the house at two o'clock Saturday afternoon. [Served in Company A, 17th West Virginia Infantry. Name is Stewart F. Earlewine in 1864 WV Adjutant General's Report.]

Submitted by Joseph D. Parriott; typed by Linda Fluharty.

Wheeling Register, Friday, July 25, 1930

STEWART EARLIWINE

Death Takes Marshall County Civil War Vet

"Taps" will be sounded Saturday afternoon for Stewart M. Earliwine, 84, Marshall county Civil war veteran, whose death occurred early yesterday morning at his home in Loudenville, a few miles east of Moundsville. The rites will be conducted at the Fork Ridge baptist church, of which Mr. Earliwine was a prominent member. The funeral party will leave Loudenville at 3 p.m.

The decedent leaves two sons and a daughter, Milton Earliwine, of Loundenville, and Harry Earliwine, of Moundsville, and Mrs. Belle Logsdon of Waymans Ridge; a brother, William Earliwine of Sherrard; seven grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren.

Submitted by Cheryl McCombs.

Moundsvile Echo, September 17, 1930

JOHN EARNEST

VETERAN PASSES AT MIDNIGHT HOUR

Littleton, W. Va., Sept. 17. (Special) -- John Earnest, aged 83 years, died at his home here last night. Mr. Earnest, popularly known to everyone here as Uncle John, was a Civil War veteran, and for the past 50 years a resident of this city. His death climaxed a serious illness of about six weeks.

Mr. Earnest was born in Greene county, Pa., on Sept. 20, 1946. At the age of seventeen years he volunteered in the 85th Pennsylvania Volunteer regiment and served throughout the Civil war.

Returning from the war, Mr. Earnest married Miss Margaret Butler of Greene county and a short time after their marriage they moved to Zanesville, Ohio. While at Zanesville, his wife died and he returned to this community. Sometime later he was married to Miss Lizzie Meehan and they resided in a small town known as Jonesville, just below this city. The town has since been abandoned. At this place Mr. Earnest was employed in the cooper shop where he worked until the shop went out of business. Returning here again he went to work on the railroad. While at Zanesville he had been employed as a brakeman on the Zanesville-Newark road and he was employed here under the supervision of Ingle Malone, known throughout the division.

After several years work, Mr. Earnest retired and after purchasing a farm moved there where he resided for a few years. The place is now known as the T. F. Dunnington farm. He built a number of log cabins and other log buildings on his farm. The cabins partly remain yet and are a source of interest due to their sturdy construction. After a few years of farm life Mr. Earnest moved to Littleton where in 1891 his second wife died. In 1892 he married Rebecca Knode of Littleton, who preceeded him to the grave some nine years ago.

The remainder of his life, from his third marriage on, was spent here working at various trades. He owned considerable land here and sold a number of lots with homes on them.

Of late years Mr. Earnest moved to the small home on his land here in town and has resided quietly there. His figure was very familiar for many years, taking his nightly walk to the upper end of town. Then old age forced him to shorten his walk and finally abandon it. In the last four years Mr. Earnest has been content to sit on his porch and pass a good word with his friends who traveled by. School children passing by were always a source of amusement for him and he was "Uncle john" to all of them. Hardly a achool child in town has not at some time either paid him a visit or stopped for a word with him on their way to or from school.

Again, however, the hand of time took another part in his life. He became ill some six weeks ago and, coupled with his age, he gradually weakened. His death came quietly with the hour lacking only a few minutes of midnight.

He is survived by a brother, W. H. Earnest of Seymour, Iowa; one son, Charley, of Blacksville, and two grandchildren, Clarence of Washington, Pa., and Florence of Blacksville. Funeral arrangements are incomplete.

Throughout his life, Mr. Earnest was known as a cheerful, lively man who had a pleasant word for everyone. Again the wand of death has passed over our city leaving only one more of those veterans who fought for our country to pass on to that realm where hands are clasped in eternal peace.

Submitted by Joseph D. Parriott; typed by Linda Fluharty.

Moundsville Journal, August 14, 1925

JOHN P. ECKELS

John P. Eckels, veteran of the Civil war, and native of Marshall county, died last evening in his home on 418 Whiteley street, Kirkwood, Bridgeport, Ohio, at 8:35 o'clock, following an illness of five weeks. Death was one to a stroke of paralysis.

Mr. Eckels was born near Moundsville on March 23, 1837, having been in his 89th year. He was a farmer but retired 25 years ago, and 24 years ago moved to Bridgeport. The greater part of his life he spent in the vicinity of Cameron, Marshall county.

For four full years Mr. Eckels served in the Union army during the Civil war. He served out one enlistment, and immediately reenlisted. He was a member of Company A, Forty-third Ohio Volunteer infantry.

Affiliated with the M. E. church nearly all his life, he was a member of the West Bridgeport M. E. church, and was also a member of Barnum Post, G. A. R.

His wife died many years ago. He is survived by three daughters and one son: Mrs. Roy Hicks, Taylorstown, Pa., Mrs. James Buzzard, Cocina, Calif., and Miss Mary and William, both at home. Twelve grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren also survive.

The late Mr. Eckels was a widely known and highly respected citizen of Marshall county and Brideport. His passing has occassioned much sincere regret among his many friends.

Funeral services will be held Saturday evening at 3 o'clock in the home with Rev C. M. Kirk of the West Bridgeport M. E. church in charge. Sunday morning church services will be held at Clouston cemetery, near Cameron, and interment will occur in the family burial plot.

Submitted by Joseph D. Parriott; typed by Linda Fluharty.

Moundsville Daily Echo, November 12, 1921

JOHN W. EDWARDS

"John W. Edwards dies at home"

John W. Edwards, a veteran of the civil was died at his home at 212 Tomilson Avenue at 3 O'Clock Friday Afternoon of heart touble. He was 79 years of age. He is survived by one sister, Mrs H. W. Hunter, and 3 nephews. Funeral Services will be held at the late residence Sunday Afternoon, at 2:30 with Rev J. E. Scott to charge. Interment will be in Mount Rose.

Submitted by Carla Quigley Stone.

Moundsville Echo, December 11, 1914

GEORGE W. EVANS

CAMERON - WAR VETERAN DEAD

George Evans, a veteran of the Civil War, died at his home on Greenfield Ridge Liberty district, Sunday. He was about -- years of age. For several years he was a justice of the peace, and was highly respected. The funeral took place Sunday from the home of his son. Interment at Greenfield ridge Cemetery.

Submitted by Joseph D. Parriott; typed by Linda Fluharty.

NOTE: Served in Company "L" 4th West Virginia Cavalry.

Moundsville Journal, October 14, 1925

GEORGE W. EVANS

FUNERAL SERVICES FOR MARSHALL CO. MAN

George W. Evans, long resident of Marshall county, and a veteran of the Civil war, died Monday afternoon at the home of his daughter, Mrs. A. C. Evans of Glen Easton. Mr. Evans was in his 87th year. He is survived by four children, Mrs. A. C. Dobbs of Glen Easton; Mrs. B. F. Wayt, Cameron; Harry Evans and Walter Evans, both of Akron, O. One brother, William Evans, of Dayton, O., also survives.

Funeral services were held this afternoon from the late home with Rev. Hanes Craig in charge. Interment in the church yard.

Submitted by Joseph D. Parriott; typed by Linda Fluharty.

NOTE: Served in Company "E" 6th W. Va. Cavalry (formerly the 3rd Infantry).

Moundsville Weekly Echo, July 6, 1917

JOHN FINNEGAN

John Finnegan, aged 82, a veteran of the civil war passed away at his home at Cameron Thursday afternoon. Mr. Finnegan was widely known all over the county. He was born in Ireland in 1836 and came to America at the age of 18.

He is survived by twelve children: Mrs. Wm. Murtaugh, Decatur, Ind.: Mrs. Marshall Hatsell, Sycamore, Pa.; Mrs. James Mackey, Woodruff, W. Va.; Mrs. C. E. Corcoran, Elm Grove; Mrs. Nannie Murphy, at home; O. J. Finnegan, John Finnegan, Jr., and James Finnegan, all of McMechen; D. R. Finnegan and J. T. Finnegan of Elm Grove.

Submitted by Joseph D. Parriott; typed by Linda Fluharty.

NOTE: Served in Company "A" 18th Pennsylvania Cavalry.

Tyler County Journal, Middlebourne, W. Va., September 10, 1931

DAVID FOUNDS

David Founds, of near Hannibal, Monroe County, Ohio, died September 5, 1931 at the age of 85 years. Mr. and Mrs. Founds had lived for many years on the Middle Fork of Elk Fork in Tyler County, W. Va., on the farm now owned by Dick Henderson. Mr. Founds was a farmer. He was born in Marshall County, W. Va., and was a soldier in the Civil War. He is survived by his wife, three sons, one daughter, one brother, and one sister. Burial was in the Northview Cemetery in New Martinsville, W. Va.

Submitted by Linda Goddard Stout.

Wheeling, West Virginia Paper - January 1899

EMANUEL FRANCIS

DEATH OF THE OLDEST CITIZEN OF MARSHALL COUNTY

Emanuel Francis died at the residence of his son, Edward Francis, near Limestone, in Marshall County on Tue. night. Mr. Francis was born in Brooke County on Mar. 7, 1801. When he was 2 yrs. old his parents moved to Tyler County. On Jan. 10th.seventy six years ago he moved to Marshall County. He conducted a Blacksmith Shop for some years, after which he engaged in farming near Pleasant Valley. In 1862 at the age of 61 He enlisted in Company B., 12th WV Vol. Inf. and served to the close of the war. At the battle of Winchester, under General Milroy at the close of the first day’s severe fighting, Mr. Francis became separated from his command late in the evening and spent the rainy night secreted in the cemetery. At daylight he discovered it was the Grey and not the Blue passing near him. He made a wide detour and got back to the Union lines. From this exposure his eyes became affected and he has been totally blind for over 22 years. Mr. Francis has been a ruling elder in the Presbyterian Church of Wold Run and Limestone, Marshall County for over 50 years. He lived an upright life for the many years. He was attacked with the grip on Monday Jan. 9th, to which he quickly succumbed and died, surrounded by his children , grand children and great grand children and many friends. He was married three times and was the father of 13 children, nine of whom survive. - The burial will take place to day at the Limestone Cemetery at 1pm. Mr. Francis was the oldest resident of Marshall County.

Submitted by Blaine Standiford.

Moundsville Daily Echo, January 16, 1932

J. T. FRANCIS VET OF CIVIL WAR EXPIRES

Well Known Citizen Dies At Age of 89 Today; Funeral Tuesday

J. T. Francis, one of Moundsville's best known citizens and one of the county's oldest survivors of the Civil War, died at nine o'clock this Saturday morning at the family home, 200 Ash avenue. Had he lived until February 4, he would have been 90 years of age.

Mr. Francis was born at Pleasant Valley in Marshall county, a son of the late Emanuel and Sabra Francis. He was one of a family of 13 children and the youngest boy.

While on furlough during the Civil war, he came home and was married on December 22, 1864, to Sarah W. Richey. She died on February 13, 1917. He was married a second time on January 25, 1923, to Mrs. Mollie Anderson, who survives him.

He leaves the following children: Mrs. Henry Gehring, Columbus, Ohio; A, M. Francis, New Martinsville; A. L. Francis, A. F. Francis, and Mrs. George B. Barr, Jr., and Mrs. J. E. Bloyd, Jr., all of Moundsville, and M. S. Francis, of Mount Sterling, Ohio. One daughter, Mattie L. Francis, died December 23, 1922. He also leaves 13 grandchildren and nine great grandchildren.

At the age of 20, Mr. Francis enlisted in Company B, 12th Virginia Infantry, and served until the end of the war. His father, who at that time was 60 years old, enlisted at the same time in the same company and regiment and served until the close of the war.

Shortly after the termination of the Civil War he entered the mercantile business at Pleasant Valley, Marshall County, in which line of endeavor he was engaged for 50 years at various places.

Mr. Francis was a life long member of the Methodist Episcopal church. He was a memebr of the Twentieth Century Bible class of the First M. E. Church here, and a member of the J. C. Caldwell Post No. 21 Grand Army of the Republic.

Funeral services will be held in the late home on Ash avenue Tuesday afternoon at two o'clock, with Rev. J. C. Hoffman, pastor of the First M. E. Church, officiating. Interment will be made in Mount Rose cemetery.

Submitted by Joseph D. Parriott; typed by Linda Fluharty.

Moundsville Daily Echo, Monday, January 18, 1932

JOSEPH TEMPLETON FRANCIS

MILITARY BURIAL FOR J. T. FRANCIS IS PLANNED TODAY

J. T. Francis, prominent Civil war veteran and Marshall county's oldest merchant who died Saturday morning, will be laid at rest with military honors Tuesday afternoon. - Funeral services will be held in the late home, 200 Ash avenue, at two o'clock Tuesday, conducted by Rev. J. C. Hoffman, pastor of the First M. E. church. - After the services at the home, members of J. C. Caldwell post No. 21, Grand Army of the Republic, in automobiles, and Earl Francis post No. 3, the American Legion, will escort the body to Mount Rose cemetery. There the committal service of Grand Army of the Republic will be carried out at the graveside, with the Legion assisting the Grand Army. A legion firing squad will fire the salute to the honored dead and Legion Buglers will sound taps. - Pallbearers, announced today, include three grandsons, a son-in-law and two grand sons-in-law of Mr. Francis. They are Morris Francis and Lee Francis, of New Martinsville; J. T. Francis, Jr., of Mount Sterling, Ohio, and Ray Moore, Robert Jones and J. E. Bloyd, Jr., of Moundsville. - In addition to his second wife and the sons and daughters who are left to mourn his passing, Mr. Francis leaves two sisters, both living in Moundsville. Mrs. Ellen Rosenberger, of Virginia street, and Mrs. Mattie Jefferson, of Third street. - Notwithstanding the fact that he had been blind for the past fourteen years, Mr. Francis continued an active interest in the mercantile business up to within the last three years. He opened his first store at Pleasant Valley in this county, immediately after the close of the Civil war. The last mercantile business he conducted was at Pleasant Valley in 1928. During the more than half a century that he was engaged in the mercantile business, he conducted 33 stores in West Virginia, Pennsylvania, Ohio and Kansas.

The death Saturday of Joseph Templeton Francis, 89 year old Civil war veteran on Saturday, brought to light among his cherish belongings a poem composed by his father, Emanuel Francis while the father and son were serving in the same company and regiment in the Shenandoah Valley during the Civil war. - Emanuel Francis, then 60 years of age; and his son Joseph Templeton Francis, enlisted together in Company B, 12th Virginia Infantry, and served through the war together. - In February, 1863, in the Shenandoah Valley, the elder Mr. Francis composed the verse which he captioned A Soldier's Reflection. The verse, secured today from A. F. Francis, a son of J. T. Francis and grandson of the writer, follows:

When this rebellion first broke out,
And set me all on fire;
To become a soldier was my heart's desire.
The welfare of my country bore heavily on my mind.
And when Joseph hastened to the fight,
Then I could not stay behind.
As together in our home
We bowed in humble prayer,
So now with pleasure we look back
And know our Lord was there.
But we are far from the family altar,
Soldiers in a Southern Plain;
Yet we can lift our hearts to God,
And make to Him our humble claim.
And while on our couch at night,
We think of our home;
Kind angels guard us while we sleep,
And we forget to mourn.
We don't regret the course we took
To save our Native Land;
And if we meet the Rebels,
We'll fight them hand to hand,
And should it be our lot to fall
In the midst of battle roar,
We would rather die on the field of blood
Than to give our country o'er.
And now, dear wife, when I think of you,
Fresh hopes spring up within my mind;
For soon we shall meet again.
To you I know the time seems long;
But put your trust in God alone
And closer to him cling.
He is a God of saving power -
His love is still the same;
He'll support your feeble life,
And recompence your pain.
And now, dear children, every one,
I send a prayer for you;
That you will all prove faithful,
And your heavenly way pursue.
If we should ne'er again come home,
Be kind to your dear mother;
O' live in Peace, Harmony and Love together.
But we trust the war will soon be o'er,
Then we'll both come marching home,
Where we all can meet in the church of God
As we oft have done before.
But should we be disappointed,
And have to tarry long,
We'll put our trust in God
To guard us safely on;
For he can lead us to the victory.
And strike the great Rebellion dead;
Then we'll come to Marshall
With laurels on our heads.

ARTICLE: Moundsville Daily Echo, Monday, January 18, 1932
LADIES OF G.A.R. FLAG SERVICE TONIGHT - The members of James G. Blaine Circle No. 3, Ladies of the G. A. R. are requested to meet at 7 o'clock this Monday evening to hold services for Comrade J. T. Francis at the home at 200 Ash avenue.

Submitted by Eric Anderson.

Moundsville Weekly Echo, January 16, 1920

WILLIAM H. FREY

WILLIAM H. FREY DIES THIS MORNING

This morning at 8:45 o’clock at his home on northern Tomlinson avenue William H. Frey passed away.

Mr. Frey was one of the highly respected citizens of Moundsville.

His long residence here made him one of the oldest citizens of the community. He was known as being one of the most honorable persons in every respect among his very large number of friends and acquaintances. He has gone among the people of this city, always having a kindly manner and a good word for every one.

Mr. Frey’s occupation was that of a riverman and he spent the most of his life as a coal operator on the river. He was born in Wheeling on January 28th, 1841. In 1872 he married Miss Mary L. Kimple at New Matamoras, Ohio. He came to this city thirty-six years ago and has spent most of his married life in and about Moundsville. He was in service four years in the civil war, having enlisted company H 92nd Ohio volunteers. He was very active in the G. A. R. and served as quartermaster for 15 years. He was an active member of Calvary M. E. church and was always in his place in the Sunday School and church services when his health permitted. Mr. Frey retired from business about fifteen years ago and was very active until that time. Complications due to his age brought his useful life to a close.

Mrs. Frey and six children survive him. The children are: Mrs. Louise Chambers, John Frederick Frey, Edward C. Frey, George H. Frey, Mrs. Mary V. Allen and Harrison I. Frey. William and Rose, died in infancy. Two sisters, Mrs. Margaret Hinds of Colorado, and Mrs. Louise Henretta of this city survive him. There are fourteen grandchildren.

The funeral services will be held Monday afternoon 2 o’clock at his late home. Rev. Workman of Calvary M. E. Church will conduct the services. Interment will be made in Mt. Rose cemetery. The G. A. R. will have charge at the grave.

Submitted by Joseph D. Parriott; typed by Linda Fluharty.

Wheeling Intelligencer, Thursday, June 6, 1935

SEIGFREID FRITZ, VETERAN OF CARLIN'S BATTERY, DEAD

Last Survivor of Men who Marched Away with 3-Month Volunteers

Would Have Been 92 in August; Made his Home for Years Here

Seigfreid Fritz, veteran of the Civil War and the last survivor of the original "three-months volunteers" that composed the unit which became famous as Carlin's battery, died at 7:05 o'clock Wednesday evening at his home on Pennsylvania Avenue, Cameron, W.Va. Mr. Fritz, a former residnet of Wheeling, would have been 92 years of age on August 19.

Deceased was born at Baden, Germany, in 1843, and had a particularly active life. He recalled an incident of his boyhood in which he was in Paris and saw Napoleon III review 50,000 French troops. When 9 years of age he came to the United States and in 1852 came to Wheeling. It was here in 1862, when but 19 years old, that he enlisted in the "three month volunteers" who made up the Sixth division of the 1st West Virginia volunteers, and was assigned to the Wheeling organization, Carlin's battery. The battery was sent to Shenandoah Valley under the command of General Milroy and his first big engagement was in the battle of Winchester. It was after this engagement that Mr. Fritz was captured near Bunker Hill, four miles from Winchester and was taken to Starr Fort. Later he with his comrades marched 96 miles to Staunton, Va., and was quartered at Libby Prison. After 10 days in Libby Prison he was transferred to Belle Island near Richmond, where he was held 40 days, and then paroled among 880 others and went by ship to Annapolis. He was at Annapolis when hundreds of men were taken ill eating poor rations, and some 500 died.

BACK TO WHEELING

Two weeks after this experience, Mr. Fritz returned to his home at Wood and Fourteenth Streets, this city. After a short stay here he returned to Annapolis and was returned to his division in the Shenandoah Valley, and was in the battle of Piedmont and Lynchburg. He was discharged on July 5, 1865.

After his discharge, Mr. Fritz returned to Wheeling and secured employment with Isaac Warren, and later became an employ of the Standard Oil Company. After his Wheeling residence, he moved to Martin's Ferry where he resided for a number of years and later went to Kentucky where he erected a large plant. Later Mr. Fritz returned to Cameron where he spent his last years. He always took a lively interest in agriculture and maintained his own garden, despite his years, until taken ill about 10 days ago.

Mr. Fritz was united in Wheeling in marriage to Miss Mary McElroy who died about five years ago. He was the last member of his immediate family. Surviving are four daughters, Mrs. George Armstrong of McColloch street, Wheeling; Mrs. John Bush of New Brighton, Pa., Mrs. W. F. Clark of Oklahoma City and Mrs. Wm. haught of Mannington, and a son, Robert Fritz of Fairview, W.Va.

The remains are at the home in Cameron and funeral arrangements will be completed today.

Moundsville Weekly Echo, April 25, 1919

CHRISTIAN S. FRY

C. S. FRY DIES AS RESULT OF FALL

C. S. Fry died at his home in Cameron Thursday morning from injuries received by falling Wednesday morning. He was in his 84th year and a veteran of the Civil War. He is survived by his wife and nine children, six sons and three daughters.

The family wishes all the old soldiers who can attend funeral which will be held at his late home. Sunday at 2:30 p.m. Intermnet in Highland Cemetery.

Submitted by Joseph D. Parriott; typed by Linda Fluharty.

NOTE: Served in Company "B" 7th West Virginia Infantry.

Moundsville Echo, March 10, 1914

WILLIAM GALLENTINE (not Golintine)

DEATH CAUSED BY HEART PARALYSIS

Coroner J. T. McCombs was called to Glen Easton Sunday to investigate what appeared to be the mysterious death of William Golintine, an aged veteran of the Civil War, whose death occurred sometime between midnight Saturday night and Sunday morning at his home near Ragansville, just below Glen Easton.

A man named Johnson, who said he was a half brother of the dead man, lived in the same house with Golintine. Golintine was found dead Sunday morning and when the undertaker was called to the house Johnson told him that Golintine had some money, and demanded that the undertaker make a search for it. This the undertaker declined to do by himself and two men from Glen Easton were called to the house. Golintine's pocketbook was found, but it contained only one dollar.

Coroner McCombs was called and learned that Golintine had had his pension order cashed at James Lutes' store at Glen Easton Saturday, and that he had been seen to have the money. It is not doubted that Golintine either lost the money or hid it and no evidence has been found which would fasten suspicion up on anyone.

Coroner McCombs had the body removed to the morgue and Dr. W. F. Crow held an autopsy when it was found that Golintine's death had been caused by paralysis of the heart, and the coroner's jury returned a verdict to that effect. Golintine is known to have been afflicted with heart disease.

Submitted by Joseph D. Parriott; typed by Linda Fluharty.

NOTE: Wm. Gallentine served in Company "D" 1st West Virginia Infantry & 2nd Veteran Infantry.

Moundsville Weekly Echo, August 1, 1913

ALFRED GAMES

ALFRED GAMES DIES AFTER LONG ILLNESS

Pioneer Resident and Civil War Veteran, Passes Away at Home in Meade District.

Alfred Games, one of the pioneer residents of Meade District in Marshall Co, WV, died at his home on Games Ridge Tuesday evening after an extended illness. He had been in poor health for many years, and frequently his death was expected at any time.

Mr. Games was one of the oldest residents of that section of the county and was one of the most widely known men in the community. He was 89 years of age last January. He came to Bowman Ridge when quite young and lived the greater part of his life there, acquiring a good sized estate. He was one of the most substantial and influential citizens of the county.

Mr. Games was a veteran of the Civil War and was a member of the J. Elmore Evans Post of the G.A.R. of Glen Easton, WV. Until a few years ago when ill health forced him to retire from active life, he was a faithful attendant at the Memorial Day exercises of his Post. He was always expected to make an address at the memorial services, and many of the younger people, as well as the older ones will remember his patriotic and inspiring talks upon these occasions. Politically, Mr. Games was a staunch Republican, and an ardent supporter of his party.

Besides his wife, who before her marriage to Mr. Games was Miss Lizzie Ogle of this city, Mr. Games is survived by one daughter & five sons. The daughter is Mrs. H. M. Cecil of Nixon Ridge. The sons are: A. D. Games, postmaster at Rosby's Rock; G. B. Games of Bowman Ridge; Frank Games of Rosby's Rock; Henry Games of Fanlight, Wetzel Co, and Lynch Games, who lives in Missouri. One daughter, Mrs. Angeline Wayt, and one son, Daniel Games, are deceased.

The funeral of Mr. Games will be held at the Bowman Ridge M. E. Church of which Mr. Games was a faithful member and an official for many years. The body will be interred in the cemetery at that church. Funeral services will be in charge of Rev. A. J. Curtis and Rev. H. O. Teagarden.

Submitted by Joseph D. Parriott; typed by Linda Fluharty.

NOTE: Served in Company "B" 12th West Virginia Infantry; 2nd Sgt.

Moundsville Echo, June 112, 1931

DAVID ALEXANDER GAMES

Prominent Moundsville Man, Almost Centenarian, Succumbs Early Today of Injuries Received in Mishap.

One of the two oldest people of Marshall county and of the veterans of the Civil War, died at 4 o'clock this morning.

David Alexander Games, who received a broken hip Wednesday, passed away early this morning at the home of his son James W. at 215 Morton avenue. Funeral arrangements have not yet been made definitely and the time cannot be announced today.

Mr. Games was either 94 or 96 years old. The army records give the former; the family Bible the latter. When Mr. Games enlisted in the first company of volunteers organized in Marshall county in June 1861, he gave his age as 24. The Bible, bearing a date of having been printed in 1877, contains the dates of birth of all the children, in the writing of his wife, and near the last are the names and dates of Mr. and Mrs. Games.

The entry for Mr. Games, in ink in the writing of his wife, is: "David A. Grimes was born in the year of our Lord 1835 February 27." That would make him 96 years old last February 27.

By the army record Thomas S. Terrill of Fork ridge is nearly three years older than Mr. Games, while by the Bible Mr. Terrill is about two months older as he will be 97 in December of the present year. Mr. Terrill also is a veteran of the Civil War and is active every day at light farm work.

THE FAMILY

Mr. Games and Mary Jane Auten, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Isaac Auten, were married and raised a family of whom the following survive: James W., Samuel, and Louis of this city and Alvy of Deep Valley, Greene county, Pa., Mrs. Mary Riggs of Fourth street and Grant avenue, Mrs. Dora Johnson, also of this city, and Mrs. Cora Hartzell of near Batson Forks, Moundsville, R. D. 1.

Mrs. Games died August 16, 1911, aged 63.

There are 23 grandchildren and 24 great grandchildren.

ALWAYS LIVED HERE

Mr. Games was born near where he received the injury that resulted in death. He was working there at clearing a field from the woods when he quit and came to Moundsville and enlisted in the army. He lived for more than 42 years at the home on Morton avenue. Always he lived in or near Moundsville.

Tho not a number of any church, he was pronounced in his attachment to the Church of God, the church of his wife. It is related by members of his family that often the neighbors would hear him pray when he retired at night. During recent years he would tell his children and grandchildren that he wanted to go he said he had lived long enough - and every night he prayed to the Lord to "take him home to Janie."

Not a Sunday passed, whether permitting and often during the week, he walked to his wife's grave, would remark about whether the grass needed cutting and walk home. Recently he would ride over and back, the last trip being made last Sunday.

Tuesday afternoon of this week he walked to the home of his daughter, Mrs. Riggs, carrying a cane, but went home in a car. He ahd been showing increasing weakness for two months, but not much more than a year ago he told his daughter that he felt just a little older than when he was 60 and no older than when he quit work at 70.

HEALTH AND SIGHT SPLENDID

His health was splendid. No person ever was more regular in habits. Every night at exactly 9 he retired and when working he arose at 4 but the past 25 years at 7. Recently he rested on a bed for a brief time in the afternoons.

Wednesday while visiting his daughter Mrs. Hartzel he walked out and showed them where he was working when he left for the war, then went to the house and rested and a grandson asked him to see him unhitch the horses and see how they would run to pasture. One horse, blind of one eye, did not see Mr. Games and ran against him, and in the fall his hip was broken.

Mr. Games had his second sight. He seldom used glasses and would thread a needle and mend his clothing as neat as a woman could do it, up until the last.

His pension was $100 a month.

In politics Mr. Games' father was a democrat and he followed without variation but all or nearly all his brothers and children were republicans.

WAR RECORD

S. R. Hanen is now the only living survivor of Co. I, the first company to volunteer in Marshall county. J. W. Purdy was the first captain and when he resigned H. W. Hunter was promoted from lieutenant.

That company was mustered in the 3rd W. Va. Infantry, later became the 3rd Mounted Infantry and still later was consolidated with the 2nd and became the 6th Cavalry.

The battles in which Mr. Games participated in the three years he was in the war were in the following order: Allegheny Mountain, McDowell (Bull Pasture Mountain)Franklin in Pendleton county, which was an all day skirmish, Cross Keys in the Shenandoah valley, then a series of battles leading up to the Second Battle of Bull Run, Rocky Gap half a mile from White Sulphur Springs, the Salem raid under Averill which was 17 days and the biggest raid of the war, then a battle above Covington, and last was Droop Mountain.

Three or four years ago he said that he never missed a march or a battle, never was wounded and never was sick a day in the army.

Submitted by Joseph D. Parriott; typed by Linda Fluharty.

Moundsville Echo, May 22, 1903

OTIS GARLAND

Otis Garland, a civil war veteran who served in the First West Virginia infantry, died at his home near Cameron yesterday morning. Her formerly lived near Dallas, in Sand Hill District. - Funeral at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday. Burial at Big Run cemetery.

Submitted by Joseph D. Parriott; typed by Linda Fluharty.

Note: No record of his Civil War service has been found.

Moundsville Weekly Echo, July 29, 1921

WILLIAM M. GOUDY

William M. Goudy died at Wood Hill at nine o'clock this morning following a lengthy illness. He was in his 81st year.

He is survived by one daughter, Miss Effie at home, one son, Harry Goudy of Fairmont, and a grand daughter, Miss Helen Goudy of this city.

Mr. Goudy was a member of the J. C. Caldwell Post No. 21, G.A.R.

Funeral arrangements are incomplete.

Submitted by Joseph D. Parriott; typed by Linda Fluharty.

NOTE: Served in Company "G" 1st West Virginia Infantry.

Moundsville Weekly Echo, April 11, 1918

EDWARD GRANDON

CIVIL WAR VETERAN DIES HERE SUNDAY

Edward Grandon, aged 70 years, died at his home on Locust avenue Sunday afternoon at 1:30 o'clock after a week's illness of pneumonia. Mr. Grandon was a Civil war veteran and leaves his wife, three sons and one daughter to mourn his death.

Submitted by Joseph D. Parriott; typed by Linda Fluharty.

NOTE: Served in Company "H" 1st West Virginia Infantry and then Company "F" 2nd W. Va. Veteran Infantry. Buried at Mt. Rose.

Moundsville Weekly Echo, May 4, 1923

FRANCIS M. GRAY

F. M. Gray, one of the oldest citizens of Marshall county died at his home in Kausooth on last Friday.

Mr. Gray suffered a stroke on last Sunday. He was an old soldier and was 82 years of age. The greater part of his life was spent on the farm where he died. Surviving him are the following children: Benjamin Gray of Ohio; Jason Gray living on home place; Cora Snedeker of Waynesburg, Pa.; Mrs. Sydnia Burge of Adaline. F. G. Gray, J. B. Gray of this city are his nephews.

The funeral washeld Sunday from his late home. Services were conducted at the house at 10 o'clock by Rev. J. M. Rine and interment was made in the family burial ground on the home farm near Kausooth.

Submitted by Joseph D. Parriott; typed by Linda Fluharty.

F. M. GRAY - One of the oldest soldiers and citizens of this community was laid to rest on 6 May 1923 in the Gray Cemetery near Kausooth. He was 82 years and 26 days old. He had walked with a painful limb for about sixty years, the result of a wound received from a rebel bullet in the years of 1862 to 1865. His wife preceded him in death over 16 years ago. He lived with his son Jason on the home farm for a while & from there he went to this daughter's home. She was Mrs. Melvin Siburt & he lived there until she died. He came to his daughter, Lucinda Burge & stayed until death called him home. He was united in marriage to Miss Jane McCollough on 4 Jul 1862 & to them were born eight children, four girls & four boys. One boy died in infancy. Andrew died when about 35 years of age. Mrs. Melvin Siburt & Mrs. Andrew McCardle died several years ago. Those living are: Jason Gray of Kausooth; Mrs. Lucinda Burge, Cameron, WV; Ben Gray, Freeport, OH & Mrs. Cora Snedeker of Washington, PA. Funeral services were conducted at the home by Rev. J. M. Rine. Pallbearers were his two sons, Jason & Ben Gray; two grandsons, Chester & John Gray & two nephews, J. B. Gray & Madison Gray of Moundsville, WV. Interment was in the family burial ground on the home farm near Kausooth, Marshall Co, WV.

NOTE: Private, Company "C", 12th West Virginia Infantry.

Moundsville Journal, March 8, 1926

BUSHROD GREY

BUSHROD GREY, CIVIL WAR VETERAN, DIES AT VIOLA

Bushrod Grey, farmer and veteran of the Civil War, died at his home in Viola, Marshall county, at 2 o'clock yesterday morning, following an illness of a few days' duration. Mr. Grey was 77 years old.

Funeral services will be held from the late home on Tuesday afternoon at 2 o'clock. Rev Frank Hockenberry, pastor of the Sand Hill M. E. church will be in charge. Interment will be in the Sand Hill cemetery.

During the war of 1860, Mr. Grey served in the Union army, in Company F, of the 136th Illinois infantry. He was born in Ohio county but had been a resident of the Viola locality for the past forty years.

Mr. Grey is survived by four sons Vinsen, William R., Colferd [Chalmer] and Lincie, all residents of Marshall county, and one daughter, Mrs. Blanche Davis of Viola.

Submitted by Joseph D. Parriott; typed by Linda Fluharty.

Moundsville Echo, Friday, March 12, 1926

BUSHROD GREY - Age 77, well known retired farmer and Civil War veteran, died suddenly yesterday morning at 2:30 o'clock at his home in Viola, Marshall Co, WV. Death was due to a heart attack after an illness of one day. Mr. Grey was born in Ohio county and spent his early life in the rural vicinity of Elm Grove. For the last forty years he has been a resident of the Viola community. He spent his entire life in agriculture pursuits. The deceased was a veteran of the Civil War, having served through the campaign with the Union forces under the banner of Company "F" 139th Illinois Infantry. He was a member of the G.A.R. and the Sand Hill M. E. Church. His wife preceded him to the grave three years ago. Surviving are four sons, Vincent, William R., Chalmer V., and Linzie, all of Marshall county; and one daughter, Mrs. Blanch Davis of Viola, WV. Funeral services will be conducted on Tuesday afternoon at 2 o'clock at the late home with Rev. Frank Hockenberry in charge. Interment will be made in the family lot at Sand Hill Cemetery.

JAMES GRIMES

Source: Wheeling Register, December 22, 1928

James Grimes, Civil War Veteran, Dies Funeral Services to Be Conducted This Afternoon

James Grimes, 90, veteran of the Civil War, died Wednesday night at the home of his daughter, Mrs. John Ice of Newcomerstown, Ohio, where he had been residing. Death was attributed to pneumonia. Mr. Grimes was born in Marshall county where he spent practically his entire life. Eight years ago he moved to Shadyside, Ohio and lived there until going to Newcomerstown. The body is reposing at the Crider Brothers Funeral Home in Elm Grove, where funeral services will be conducted this afternoon at two o'clock. Reverend W. E. Anderson pastor of the Elm Grove M. E. church will officiate. Burial will be made in Stone Church Cemetery. He leaves his wife, Mrs. Alice Sockman Grimes: three daughters, Mrs. John Ice of Newcomerstown, Mrs. J. W. Weekly of McMechen, and Miss Ida Grimes of Shadyside; two sons, Frank W. of Fairmont and Joseph H. Grimes of Freedom, Pa.; three brothers, Calvin of Sugar Grove, Pa., Allen of Cameron, and Brownlow Grimes of St. Louis, Mo., and two sisters, Mrs. Jerry Holmes of Elm Grove and Miss Johanna Grimes of Elm Grove.

NOTE: Served in Company "C" 12th W. Va. Infantry.

Submitted by Cheryl McCombs.

Moundsville Echo, December 20, 1901

CAPT. SAM GRIMM (also GRIM)

Captain Sam Grim, well known to Marshall county GAR people, died in Waynesburg, Pa. on last Friday. He waqs a member of the First West Virginia Cavalry and rose from a company sergeant to the rank of captain. At the time of his death he was a member of the board of county commissioners of Greene County, Pa.

Submitted by Joseph D. Parriott; typed by Linda Fluharty.

NOTE: According to the 1865 Report of the West Virginia Adjutant General, First Lieutenant Samuel Grim resigned 26 Feb 1865. There is no evidence that he was a captain, despite the fact that it is stated in a biography of him in History of Greene County, Pennsylvania, 1888, by Samuel Bates.

Moundsville Daily Echo, Friday, January 21, 1925

WORCESTER HADDOCK - W. S. Haddock has received word of his father's death in Cincinnati, Ohio on the last day of the year. Worcester Haddock served thru the Civil War, was wounded, captured, and was in Libby Prison for sixty days. He invented the first self-feeding nail machine and cable railroad. He constructed the Mount Auburn cable railroad in Cincinnati, where he has resided since 1872. Few inventors have more patents to their record than he, and in later years, he was sought for advisement in mechanical construction. His remains will be taken to Br