SEMPLE
Decedent:
Samuel Semple
Date listed: Thursday, August 11, 1858
Samuel Semple
(Submitted by Barbara Ann Smith,
[email protected])
Samuel Semple died of dropsy, at his residence near Leavittsville,
Monroe Township, Carroll County Ohio July 19th, 1858, in his 76th year,
born in Glenbush, in County of Tyrone, Ireland, April 12th, 1783. He
married Jane Crawford, daughter of James Crawford, of Coolsagherne, of
same County, June 7th, 1811. Proves himself a truly devoted, kind,
constant, and affectionate husband. He with his wife, came to America,
arriving in Portland Maine, August 11th, 1812. The war between the
United States and Great Britain was at its height. The United States
Packet in which they sailed was afterward destroyed by the British.
From Portland via New York, Trenton and Philadelphia, they reached
Delaware, residing there until spring of year 1817, when they came to
Ohio. After a few days in Steubenville, with friends, they came to
Indian Fork Creek, near Commonsburg in Monroe Township, where they
resided about one year. Returned to Steubenville for 5 years, then
through the Govt. Land Office at Steubenville, acquired 160 acres of
land for a permanent home, which he occupied with his family until his
passing, July 19th, 1858. He was naturalized before the Supreme Court
of Ohio in session at New Philadelphia, Ohio August 27th, 1819. Was
devoutly, loyal, theoretically, and also from a practical standpoint, a
supporter of our American form of government , a most loyal citizen,
Politically a Whig. Then they ceased to function. He became a
Republican, faithful, loyal, to the last. Was promoted several times,
to responsible positions, in each of which he displayed unusual
ability. Was the compeer, and intimate friends of the late lamented
Judge Davis, and other pioneer settlers of this county most of whom
"Line the leaves of the Autumn have fallen to rise no more".
The deceased was highly intelligent of a contemplative turn of mind,
well stored, with solid information on all the important topics of the
day.. was more than usually social with his friends and the idea of
revenge and retaliation had no place in his heart or mind. He rarely
exhibited excitement or resentment, cause had little to disturb his
peaceful mind. In his domestic relations, he was an affectionate
husband; a kind and indulgent father, and leaves a fine family, a
numerous circle of acquaintances to mourn their loss, which we devoutly
hope may be his eternal gain.
Surnames: STEWART
Decedent: Mahlon Stewart
Date listed: Saturday, January 27, 1879
(Submitted by Kim,
[email protected])
Mahlon Stewart of Lamartine, Carroll county, Ohio--aged 91 years, 3
months and 15 days. Father Stewart was born near Hagerstown, Md., in
the year 1787, and when a boy came to Clay Lick, Jefferson county,
Ohio. He was converted and joined the M. E. Church in 1805 and from
that time until the day of his death--73 years--he remained a zealous
and consistent member of the church. During sixty years of that time he
was a classleader and steward, and only resigned his official position
eight years ago on account of his extreme deafness. He was married to
Elizabeth Parks in 1808 [marriage record shows 1809] (with who he lived
happily for 63 years, when death summoned her November 18, 1871, in the
83d year of her age, and Father Stewart was left to complete life's
journey alone. In 1821 and 1822 he entered the land on which
Perrysville is located, and laid out the village of Perrysville, then
in Harrison county.
Surnames: SEMPLE
Decedent: Jane (Crawford) Semple
Date listed: Thursday, August 3, 1881
(Submitted by Barbara Ann Smith,
[email protected])
Jane (Crawford) Semple
Died 2 Aug., 1881, at the residence of her daughter, Mrs. Eliza Nixon,
in Monroe Twp., Mrs. Semple aged 87 yrs. - one of the pensioners of the War of 1812.
Surnames: MARTIN
Decedent: Sarah Ann Martin
Date listed: Tuesday, January 4, 1889
(Submitted by Jean Scarlott,
[email protected])
Sarah Ann Martin died at the Infirmary Wed. night of old age. She had
been at the infirmary about three years, having been brought from
Mechanicstown. Interment at Mechanicstown today. Her age was about 76.
Deceased was a fine old lady and a member of the Presbyterian Church.
Surnames: KELLEY
Decedent: Phillip Kelley
Date listed: Tuesday, March 1, 1889
(Submitted by Jean Scarlott,
[email protected])
Phillip Kelley, an aged farmer living one mile north of Perrysville,
this county, died suddenly Friday morning last, at 1 o'clock. His age
was 85 on the coming 16th of March. He had complained for several years
of stomach trouble, being troubled with spells which would last for
only an hour or two; but was by no means considered dangerous. The
family were attracted by the noise he made and got up to minister to
his wants but he told them to go back to bed as he would be better in a
few minutes. Mrs. James Kelley staid (sic) with him for about forty
minutes when he suddenly expired, almost before his son James reached
his bedside. The remains were interred on Sat. by those of his wife, in
the M.E. burying ground at Perrysville. Deceased was born in West
Virginia, moved to a farm near Cadiz Junction where he staid (sic) but
a very short time, then in 1829 moved to Perry township and entered the
160 acres on which he lived continuously up to the time of his death.
This covers a period of 60 years residence in Carroll county, more than
twice the average age of man. He was a member of the Presbyterian
Church, a life-long Democrat, and an industrious man. Peace to his ashes.
Surnames: RICHARDSON
Decedent: Edward Richardson
Date listed: Tuesday, December 30, 1892
An old pioneer of Carroll County--the first white settler of
Orange Township--has passed away on Monday, December 26, 1982. Edward
Richardson breathed his last, at the grand old age of 87, after he had
suffered several weeks with troubles and weakness incident to his
advanced years. His widow, to whom he was married 67 years ago, still
lives, at the age of 82, together with all the children-the father's
being the first death in the family. The children are Messers. Abraham,
Hiram and Albert Richardson, and Mrs. Ann Watkins, Mrs. Sarah Buskirk,
great-great-grandchildren. The old gentleman, by industry and economy,
amassed a nice fortune. He was respected by everybody. The remains were
interred at New Cumberland on the 28th, Rev. J.D. Vail officiating.
Surnames: RICHARDS
Decedent: Rachel Richards
Date listed: Tuesday, April 10, 1896
(Submitted by Jean Scarlott,
[email protected])
Mrs. Rachel Richards of Harlem who died March 31 was born in Washington
Co. Pa, Sept 13, 1813, of Scotch-Irish parentage. Feb. 6, 1833; she was
married to Otho Richards, a farmer who lived near Harlem, and eleven
children were born to them all of whom grew to maturity, and eight are
still living; Mrs. Anna Boop, James L. Richards, John Richards, Mrs.
Amanda Duel, Mrs. Mary Groves, Mrs. Sarah Starkey, Mrs. Caroline Fryer
and Otho Richards. The husband died in April, 1855, and the sacred
trust of rearing the younger children was left to the widow, which she
discharged with heroism and christian fortitude. These children and 37
grand children will ever have cause to revere her memory.
Surnames: TOPE
Decedent: Hiram G. Tope
Date listed: Friday, December 28, 1900
(Submitted by Don Kear,
[email protected])
Dr. Hiram G. Tope of Perrysville, a well known physician, Wednesday
after lingering illness. He was well known as an old resident, an army
surgeon and medical practitioner . He has lived in Perrysville for over
40 years, and his grandfather was born and reared in what is now
Carroll county. Dr. Tope was born July 1, 1839, and when four years old
was taken to Peru, Ill. When he was ten years old his parents died of
cholera and he was given over to his grand-parents at New Hagerstown,
At the age of nineteen he went to Columbus where he stayed four years
in the study of medicine. He enlisted in the 80th O. V. I. and became
hospital steward, later assistant surgeon. In 1862 Dr. Tope was married
to Mary A. Shultz. They reared two sons, C..A. Tope, county recorder,
and Dr. Ulysses I. Tope of Perrysville. The doctor was a genial
companion and a talented man.
Surnames: TOPE
Decedent: Hiram G. Tope
Date listed: Wednesday, January 2, 1901
(Submitted by Don Kear,
[email protected])
DR. HIRAM G. TOPE DEAD
He was the second son of Henry Tope, the gunsmith, born in Carrollton,
July 1, 1839. In 1844 his parents moved to LaSalle county, Illinois,
afterwards to Peru, Ill. There both the parents died in July, 1849, of
cholera but two days apart. Four children were brought to New
Hagerstown, this county. Hiram attended New Hagerstown Academy. Chose
the medical profession, went to Columbus and attended college four
years, and taught. school at intervals to meet expenses. After some
practice in Western Ohio came to Perrysville, this county, and
continued his practice to the day of his death, on Christmas night
1900. His physical troubles were complicated, but finally centered in
Brights disease of the kidneys. The same evening, he was at the
postoffice, returned to his home, and heard the news papers read by his
wife. Soon after, he threw up his hands quickly and died of hemorrhage.
He enlisted in the 80th 0. V. I. and became Assistant Surgeon of the
regiment. In 1862 he was married to Miss Mary A. Shultz, of which union
were born two sons, Cadmus A. Tope, County Recorder, and Doctor Ulysses
I. Tope, of Perrysville, and with the widow survive. He was a genial
companion and a talented man. Interred Dec, 27, 1900, in the U. B.
Church cemetery at Perrysville, followed by a large retinue. Revs. E.
0. Morris, of Leesville, and A. W. Gruber, of Carrollton, officiating ministers.
Surnames: TOPE
Decedent: Thomas J. Tope
Date listed: Wednesday, January 2, 1901
(Submitted by Don Kear,
[email protected])
Thomas J. Tope, a prominent farmsr and life long citizen of Monroe
township, died at his home on Monday evening, Dec.31, after a lingering
illness. Deceased was a brother of W. M. Tope, ex-Infirmary director.
Surnames: TOPE
Decedent: Thomas J. Tope
Date listed: Friday, January 4, 1901
(Submitted by Don Kear,
[email protected])
Thomas J. Tope, a life-long farmer of Monroe township, died Monday
evening. The life of a good man closed with the year. He had been in
failing health for several years. He was a brother of Gabriel and Wm. M. Tope.
Surnames: TOPE
Decedent: Thomas J. Tope
Date listed: Friday, January 4, 1901
(Submiitted by Don Kear,
[email protected])
Thomas J. Tope, Deceased These line's are to the memory of Thomas J.
Tope, whose death has been been noted heretofore In your columns. He
was born March 21, 1841; and hence was nearlv 60 ytars of age. By
occupation a farmer, he was unmarried and cared for his mother who died
at the ripe old age of 82. He seldom left her alone and she died in his
arms. Thus he was deprived of much enjoyment in his youth. He was not a
member of any church but in his declining years he lived to meet God in
peace At the last moment he said "The way is clear," and the writer was
impressed with the fact that no one could so slowly and calmly go down
to the grave with a smile without hope. The old St. Luke cemetery holds
within its breast a narrow mound that shall ever be sacred to us on
account of the true manliness and kindness shown by him toward us. Rev.
J. H. Gray officiated at the funeral, using for his text "Man's life is
as a tale that is told." He showed to the living the uncertainty of
life and the certainty of death. The two remaining brothers aged sister
have our sympathy. Rena Allen.
Surnames: TOPE
Decedent: Thomas J. Tope
Date listed: Monday, January 7, 1901
(Submitted by Don Kear,
[email protected])
Thomas J. Tope, a life-long farmer of Monroe township, died Monday
evening. The life of a good man closed with the year. He had been in
failing health for several years. He was a brother of Gabriel and Wm. Tope.
Surnames: KIRBY
Decedent: Richard Kirby
Date listed: Friday, January 11, 1901
(Submitted by Don Kear,
[email protected]
Beautiful hands, beckoning hands,
Calling the dear ones to heavenly lands,
Beautiful hands, beckoning hands
Beautiful, beautiful, beckoning hands
Richard Kirby, a highly respected citizen of Perry township, was called
from this realm to mansions above last Friday, January 4th, 1901. He
early gave his heart to God and remained a faithful follower of the
Master up to his death, and has now gone home to join the faithful band
and walk the streets of the New Jerusalem, ever giving glory to his
Savior, who died not only to save Richard but all mankind. He was a
lovable able companion, cheerful father, and obliging neighbor. Two
daughters and one son survive him and they have the heartfelt sympathy
of the community in their bereavement. He belonged to the M. E. church
and his remains were laid to rest in Perrysville Sunday, January
6th-Rev. Morris officiating. A large concourse of friends followed to
the burial and
Sometimes I think the angel Death
Comes down from realms above;
And grants to souls unfit for flight
More time to learn God's love.
Surnames: KAIL
Decedent: Jennie Kail
Date listed: Wednesday, January 16, 1901
(Submitted by Don Kear,
[email protected])
Mrs. Geo. W. Kail Mrs. Jennie Kail, wife of Geo. W. Kail,
died Friday last, at her home in Algonquin. She had been afflicted for
several months with complicated by troubles. Was taken to a Cleveland
hospital last Fall in the hopes that she could be cured. The treatment
did not seem to do her much good. Though she suffered a great deal
toward the latter part of her illness, yet she bore it all with
Christian fortitude. Mrs. Kail was born in Union township in 1854, was
married to George W. Kail in 1871, to which union two children were
born, one died in infancy, the other, Mrs. 0.0. Amos, with the husband,
survive. She also leaves besides her husband and daughter one sister,
Mrs. John Saltsgiver, along with a host of friends to mourn her loss.
The funeral was held at the family home Sunday morning, interment at
Mt. Pleasant cemetery, Her pastor, Rev. McGrath, assisted by Rev.
Gruber, conducted the services.
Surnames: KAIL
Decedent: Mrs. George Kail
Date listed: Friday, January 18, 1901
(Submitterd by Don Kear,
[email protected])
MRS. GEORGE KAIL.
Mrs. Kail had been critically ill for several weeks and her death had
been anticipated. She died in the afternoon about 2:30 o'clock. She
remained conscious to the last while suffering great pain. While an
invalid for several months she hoped to recover tier health. Everything
was done that medical skill could devise or careful nursing accomplish.
The ailment seemed to be in the stomach or bowels but what nature of it
was could not be learned further than it appeared to be an obstruction
which produced great suffering.
Mrs. Kail was born in Union township, this county, Nov.18, 1803,hence
hence (sic) had entered upon her 48th year. She was married Nov.23,
1871, to the sorrowing husband who survives her, and two children were
born to them: Mrs. 0.0. Amos and a child that died in infancy. 'These,
together with an only sister, Mrs. John Saltsgiver, are the only near
relatives left. Mrs. Kail was very much attached to her home and its
surroundings and she worked unceasingly to keep everything heat and
tidy. Her home was always a welcome place for her friends who always
boasted of her hospitality. In 1889 she united with the M. P. church.
On Sunday her remains were conveyed to the tomb at Mt. Pleasant, the
service being conducted by her pastor, Rev. McGrath of Dellroy,
assisted by Rev. Gruber. There were fine floral offerings, among which
were a tine pillow brought from Steubenville by Mr. Amos.
Surnames: KLISE
Decedent: Francis Klise
Date listed: Friday, January 18, 1901
(Submitted by Don Kear,
[email protected])
FRANCIS KLISE
died at his home, 421 Hazlett av., in Canton Tuesday. He was born in
Harrison township, Carroll county, in 1830, where he followed farming
until 1885, when he moved to Canton where he worked as a carpenter. He
was twice married. The remains were taken to Mailvern, his formerhome,
Tuesday morning, for interment. A wife and two daughters, Misses
Eulalia M. and Katharine M. Klise, and three step-children, Ralph M.,
Alean tind Loretta F. Lake--survive his passing away. Deceased was an
industrious man, honest and inoffensive.
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