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Buck, ---- -- d. 4/16/1871 at Cass Twp.;  single;  no age listed;  b. Cass Twp.;  c/o Robert & Sarah (Walters) Buck;  white;  res. Cass Township [Richland Co. Probate Court Record of Deaths]

Buck, ---- -- Tuesday.  The four-months-old child of R.S. Buck and wife, of North Main Street, died early this forenoon.  The funeral will take place tomorrow at 2 p.m.  [Richland Shield & Banner:  04 July 1891, Vol. LXXIV, No. 7]

Buck, Jane Sillimon -- BUCK -- In Richland Co., JANE, daughter of Alexander & Mary Sillimon, was born in Union County, Pa., January 31st., 1791, and died October 22d., aged 87 years, 8 months and 21 days. [THE MANSFIELD HERALD: 01 November 1883, Vol. 33, No. 50]

Buck, Mrs. Robert -- Wednesday.  Mrs. Robert Buck, aged 50, died at her home, four miles north of the city, very suddenly yesterday morning.  Although Mrs. Buck had been sick for some time with brain fever it was supposed she was recovering, as she had felt much better for several days.  Yesterday morning she suddenly made the remark to her husband that she believed her head was bursting, as it pained her so.  Within two minutes she was dead.  The deceased leaves a husband and one daughter.  The funeral was held today.  [Richland Shield & Banner:  24 December 1892]

Buck, Robert -- Word was received here yesterday evening of the sudden death at Planktown, about two miles from Shiloh, of Robert Buck, a huckster, aged about 71 years.  There were circumstances about the case which led to the suspicion that the old man had been foully dealt with and this morning Coroner Baughman left at 10:24 o'clock to hold an inquest.   The consensus of opinion at Shiloh is to the effect that the cause of Buck's death was heart disease, but there was a rumor to the effect that he was supposed to have a large amount of money at his home and that he was poisoned at his home and that he was poisoned and the money taken.  Buck was well known throughout the county.  For some time he has resided by himself on a place of about 10 acres at Planktown.  He has been a huckster for some years buying butter, eggs, chickens and produce of various kinds of the farmers throughout the county and selling them various articles.  He usually sold to grocers in the city the butter, eggs, etc., which he bought of the farmers and was especially well known here.  Monday afternoon Buck was seen at the corner of Bloom and Mulberry street in this city.  He had a woman in the huckster wagon with him and was driving northward.  The woman appeared to have no hat on, but had a shawl over her head.  It appears that the woman, who gave her name as Mrs. Dickson, of this city, claims that she was desirous of going to Shelby and that Buck volunteered to take her in the wagon with him.  She remained Monday night at Buck's home and during the night he was taken very ill.  She volunteered to go for a doctor, but he did not desire one and she did what she could for his relief, putting mustard plasters on him and trying other methods of relieving his distress.  Shortly before 2 o'clock he became worse and Mrs. Dickson, becoming alarmed, went to a neighbor's to inform them of Buck's condition.  When she returned she found that he was dead.  Dr. Holtz, who was called in the case, feels sure that there was no foul play, but that the old man died of heart disease.  The inquest is being held today and tomorrow the funeral occurs.  The interment will be made in the cemetery between Shiloh and Shelby.  Buck was twice married and has two sons and a daughter.  One son lives on a farm near Shelby and another son is a motorman in Cleveland.  The daughter, also, resides in Cleveland and keeps house for her brother.  Mr. Buck's second wife died three or four years ago.  Those who knew Mr. Buck best speak well of him and he is a familiar figure who will be missed throughout the county.  He was a friendly man, of good habits.  He was seldom known to be sick.  He was formerly quite well off and owned some farms.  He at one time lived on a farm two miles north of this city.  He speculated in cattle, etc., and, it is claimed, that he lost his money in this way, between 10 and 15 years ago.  After he lost the greater part of his property he moved to Planktown and, in addition to his huckster business, cultivated the few acres which were included in his homestead.  His word was considered as good as his note by those who dealt with him.  His huckster outfit consisted of a covered wagon and two horses and he was to be seen pursing his trade in all kinds of weather.  Regarding the old man's death, various stories have been afloat, which the known facts in the case do not seem to substantiate.  Coroner Baughman will return home this evening.  The advanced age of Buck would seem to make the theory that he died of heart disease all the more probable.  [Semi-Weekly News:  20 August 1897, Vol. 13, No. 67 as reprinted from the Wednesday edition of the Mansfield News]

Buck, Robert -- Coroner Baughman held an inquest yesterday at Planktown over the body of Robert Buck, of whose sudden death, early Tuesday morning, an account appeared in yesterday's News.  A post-mortem examination of the body was made by Dr. Holtz, of Shiloh, and the stomach, heart, liver and a part of the bowels were removed.  Evidences were found of intense inflammation of the stomach, which might be produced from natural causes or might be from poison.  Some of the food was also brought by the coroner for inspection.  The coroner reserved his decision and Prosecuting Attorney Douglass was notified.  the case will be investigated further.  Mrs. Dickson is said to be here.  [Semi-Weekly News:  20 August 1897, Vol. 13, No. 67]

Buck, Si

Buck, William J. -- 82Y;  d. 1/28/1955 at Eugene Dale home, Mansfield;  b. 9/10/1872 near McArthur, OH;  Mansfield resident 1949-1955;  h/o Orpha Riffel   [MNJ 1/28/1955]

Buckingham, ----  -- Shelby.  The three-months-old child of C.E. Buckingham died last Sunday of brain trouble.  The funeral was held from the residence in Hildebrant's addition Tuesday.  --  [Semi-Weekly News (Mansfield):  13 May 1898, Vol. 14, No. 41]

Buckingham, Beulah

Buckingham, David -- Friday.  David Buckingham died at his residence on Wednesday afternoon, at 1 o'clock of diabetes.  The subject of this sketch was born in Baltimore County, Md., Nov. 28th., 1823.  He came with his parents to Perry Township, Richland County, in the year 1832, and resided there until the spring of 1882, at which time he removed to Lexington, where he has since lived.  In his death the Democracy lose one of its faithful adherents and the community an honest citizen.  He united with the Baptist church in 1860 and has been a communicant ever since.  He was the father of six children, four of whom and a wife mourn his departure.  The remains will be interred at Shauck's cemetery, Saturday.  The friends will meet at the house at 9 o'clock.  Services will be held at Shauck's church.  [Richland Shield & Banner:  19 March 1892]

Buckingham, R. -- LEXINGTON -- Dr. R. Buckingham was a gentleman of high attainment in the domain of medicine and surgery, but his prospects and aspirations were blighted and crushed by an illness of several years' duration and his death occurred a few days since in the meridian of life. An autopsy revealed the presence of that dread scourge consumption, one-third only of the left lung remaining and the right lung almost entirely solidified, an area equal to about three or four inches square only being permeable to air. The disease was not complicated with either functional or organic disease of the liver as was supposed, there but a slight inflammation of that organ and other organs presented a normal appearance. Mr. John B. Williams was the architect and builder of the model vault in which the remains were interred at Johnsville. -- [THE MANSFIELD HERALD: 13 December 1883, Vol. 34, No. 4]

Buckmaster, Helen J. -- Helen J. Buckmaster, 80, of 256 West Fifth St. died early Saturday morning in Griffeth Nursing Home after a long illness.  Born May 14, 1899, in Mansfield, she lived here most of her life.   Mrs. Buckmaster was a member of the First Christian Church and Ruth Chapter, Order of Eastern Star.   The widow of Harold E. Buckmaster, she is survived by a son, Arno of Mansfield; a daughter, Mrs. Rufus (Harriet) Whiteamire of Rialto, Calif.; six grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren.  Funeral services will be held at 2:30 p.m. Tuesday at the Diamond Street Home of Wappner Funeral Directors by her pastor, Dr. William C. Newman.   Burial will be in Mansfield Cemetery.   Friends may call at the funeral home Monday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m.  Submitted by Linda and Shirley--typed by Dina--[Mansfield News Journal--pg 3A--April 20, 1980]

Buechler, Paul Emory -- Paul Emory, son of Mr. & Mrs. Paul E. Buechler, died at Cleveland, Feb. 11, in his sixth year.  The father of the deceased formerly resided in this city.  --  [Semi-Weekly News (Mansfield):  22 February 1898, Vol. 14, No. 15]  .... who was the third child they have lost during the present winter.  --  [Semi-Weekly News (Mansfield):  25 February 1898, Vol. 14, No. 16]

Bugbee, Nellie (Ally) -- MOTHER OF BABY TAKEN BY DEATH -- Two days after the birth of a baby, Mrs. Nellie Bugbee, daughter of John Ally, died this morning at the home of her grandmother, Mrs. McDaniel of Fitting avenue.  Tuberculosis is the cause of death.  It is feared the baby cannot live.  The deceased woman had lived in Bellville but a few months.  Her husband has been working in Mansfield.  A son, six years old, is left motherless with the baby.  The funeral will be held tomorrow afternoon at 2:00 and will be private.  [Richland County Leader:  19 December 1919, Vol. 1, No. 2]

Bughman, Mary Jane -- bur. 11/1888 at Mansfield Cem., nervous prostration;  66y, 10m, 22d  [Mansfield Herald:  31 January 1889]

Buhecker, ---- -- Bellville.  A little child of John Buhecker died on Saturday and was buried on Monday at the Ankenytown Cemetery.  [Bellville Star:  23 June 1887, Vol. 10, No. 39]

Buhecker, Sarah -- Independence.  Mrs. Sarah Buhecker died in child birth Sunday morning.  She was buried at Ankenytown on Tuesday.  [Bellville Star:  14 April 1887, Vol. 10, No. 29]

Buk, May -- d. 1/28/1868 at Bucyrus, Ohio;  25y;  white;  cause:  lung fever;  res. Bucyrus  [Richland Co. Probate Court Record of Deaths]

Bulger, Michael -- DIED, June 19, at his home on North Diamond Street, Michael Bulger, aged 76 years.  Funeral from St. Peter's Catholic Church, June 21, at 9 a.m.  --  [Mansfield Evening News:  21 June 1890, Vol. 6, No. 92]

Bulger, Michael -- The Pennsylvania railroad claimed another victim Wednesday forenoon, the second local railroad man within only a few hours.  The accident, which resulted in the death of the popular yard conductor, Michael Bulger, one of the most experienced railroad men in the city, occurred at 10:30 a.m., the particulars of which are as follows:  Conductor Bulger, in company with brakeman Frank Frost, was standing on the rear platform of the last of five cars, which yard engine No. 48 was about to place upon the Mansfield Machine Works siding, a short distance north of Orange Street.  As the cars approached the switch leading into the siding, Brakeman Frost warned his conductor, who was standing upon the car looking at a switching card in his hand.  At this moment the engineer applied the air and Mr. Bulger lost his equilibrium and fell forward.  One pair of trucks of freight car No. 30,511 passed over the unfortunate man at the hips, crushing him in a horrible way.  The brain was backed up and the mangled man extricated from his terrible position.  He was conscious and requested that Rev. Magenhann be sent for, which was done.  A stretcher was procured, upon which he was taken to his home on North Diamond Street.  Dr. Loughridge was called, but the injuries were fatal and the unfortunate man died at 11:20 a.m.  Mr. Bulger had been in the railroad service for twenty years and has been an employee of the Pennsylvania company for ten years.  The deceased, who is 40 years of age, was a good citizen and has many friends here.  He was a member of the Pennsylvania company's Relief Department and leaves a wife and five children.  Funereal arrangements will be announced later.  [Richland Shield & Banner:  10 December 1892]

Bulkley, Charles H.

Bull, Charles

Bull, Clayton -- BUTLER -- Clayton, son of Harrison Bull, died Tuesday morning of measles. Buried Wednesday at Four Corners Cemetery, Knox County. Services were conducted by the Rev. Mr. Bone at the residence, four miles east of Butler. -- [RICHLAND SHIELD & BANNER: 15 February 1896, Vol. LXXVIII, No. 40]

Bull, Delila -- d. 3/8/1872 at Perry Twp.;  married;  71y, 1m, 24d;  b. Maryland;  farmer;  white;  cause = consumption;  res. Perry Township  [Richland County Probate Court Record of Deaths]

Bull, Delilah -- DIED -- In Perry Township, Richland County, Ohio, March 8th., 1872, Delilah, wife of Thos. R. Bull, aged 71 years, 1 month, and 24 days.  [BELLVILLE DOLLAR WEEKLY: 15 March 1872, Vol. 1, No. 3]

Bull, Eli -- Bellville.  Eli Bull died at his home on Huron Street, on Friday, March 9th., aged 56 years.  The funeral took place at Pleasant Grove Church on Sunday forenoon.  Mr. Bull left a widow and three sons.  --  [Richland Shield & Banner:  16 March 1889, Vol. LXXI, No. 43]

Bull, Eli -- Bellville.  Eli Bull died on last Friday evening aged 56 years, 11 months and 26 days.  The funeral took place on Sunday at 10:30 o'clock from the Pleasant Grove church, Rev. Austin Philpott officiating.   --  [Bellville Star:  14 March 1889, Vol. 12, No. 24]

Bull, Ephraim -- DIED -- Near Lexington, November 3d., Mr. Ephraim Bull, aged 78 years. -- [THE MANSFIELD HERALD: 27 November 1884, Vol. 35, No. 2]

Bull, Ephraim -- A fatal accident occurred to Ephraim Bull, living about five miles west of here (Bellville), on Monday evening.  He went with a tenant, Mr. Welsh, to a cornfield, to haul some corn in the shock, and loaded it as Mr. Welsh pitched it on the wagon.  Before the load was complete, and when Mr. Welsh had his back turned, Mr. Bull stepped backwards off the wagon and broke his neck, producing instant death.  His lifeless body was carried forty rods to the house by Mr. Welsh.  He was some seventy years of age.  --  [Bellville Star:  06 November 1884, Vol. 8, No. 6]

Bull, Ephraim -- Died, the 3rd. inst., at his home near Lexington, Ephraim Bull, aged 78 years.  Deceased was born in Berlin, Md., in the year 1806, and removed from there with his parents to Richland Co., O., in the year 1818, of which county he was a resident to the time of his death.  In the year 1829 he was united in matrimony to Elizabeth Ridenour with whom he lived contentedly and happily until July 30th., 1880, when she was taken from him by death.  Seven children were born to them, six of whom, five daughters and one son, remain to mourn their grievous loss.  Father Bull was a man of excellent character and possessed in fullest measure the confidence and respect of all who knew him.  At his death, as for a number of years prior, deceased was a prominent and valued member of what is known as the Salem Lutheran church, near Bellville.  The funeral services were held at the residence of the deceased the 5th. inst., at which time and place in the presence of a sad concourse of friends and neighbors.  Rev. G.M. Heindel, of Wooster, delivered a short discourse appropriate to the occasion.  --  [Bellville Star:  20 November 1884, Vol. 8, No. 8]

Bull, Mrs. Eli -- Bellville.  Mrs. Bull, widow of Eli Bull, died at her home on Huron Street, at noon on Wednesday after an illness of only a few hours.  She leaves three sons, two of whom are young men, the third one about 13 years old.  The body were all in the country at work and could not be got home before their mother's death.  [Richland Shield & Banner:  19 September 1891, Vol. LXXIV, No. 17]

Bull, Thomas -- d. 2/2/1872 at Perry Twp.;  44y, 7m, 23d;  married;  b. Baltimore Co., MD;  farmer;  white;  died from a fall;  res. Perry Township [Richland Co. Probate Court Record of Deaths]

Bull, Thomas -- DIED -- At his residence, three miles southwest of Bellville, Feb. 2d., 1873, THOMAS BULL, aged 44 years, 7 months and 23 days.  The deceased has lived almost his entire life in this vicinity, and is well and favorably known as a kind husband and father, and an exemplary citizen. About a year ago he received a hurt in the side and hip by an accidental fall in his barn, which culminated in an incurable abscess in the hip joint and bone, which brought him to his bed in April, since which time his disease continued to extend, causing constant, and at times acute pain, terminating in his decease as above stated. The deceased retained his mental powers to his last moment. Shortly before he died he arranged his earthly affairs, made kind mention of his neighbors, and especially of Drs. Whitcomb, Singery, Lee, Beach and Armentrout, not only for their collective and individual labor in his behalf, but for friendly sympathies by them so largely manifested. If, in his pain and impatience, he had said or did anything which gave the least offense to any individual, he wished it to be forgotten and forgiven, as he had made his peace with God, and desired to die in perfect harmony with all mankind. He leaves a widow and five children.  [BELLVILLE DOLLAR WEEKLY: 07 February 1873, Vol. 1, No. 50]

Bullock, Joe -- 66Y;  d. 5/6/1955 at Mansfield Gen. Hosp., Mansfield;  Independent Trucker  [MNJ 5/6/1955]

Bulls, Margaret -- Crestline.  Mrs. Margaret Bulls died in Chicago and was brought here for burial last Sunday;  funeral at 11 o'clock a.m.  [Semi-Weekly News:  05 October 1897, Vol. 13, No. 80]

Bulyer, Mattie -- Butler.  The remains of Mrs. Mattie Bulyer, of Burlington Junction, Mo., was received here last Thursday and taken to North Liberty for interment. 
[Semi-Weekly News:  23 October 1896, Vol. 12, No. 86]

Burd, Frank -- Shelby.  Frank Burd, formerly of this cycle works in this city, but who afterward went to work on the B. & O., was killed in the yards at Newark, Sunday morning.  Mr. Burd was married only a few weeks ago in Mansfield. 
[Mansfield News:  10 July 1899]

Burd, Frank -- Frank Burd, aged 28, son of John Burd, who lives four miles from this city, was killed by a Baltimore an Ohio passenger train at the station at Newark (OH) early Sunday morning.  Mr. Burd, who lived in Mansfield until a few weeks ago had just come in from his run as brakeman on the Midland division of the Baltimore and Ohio road and while walking up the track towards the depot about 2 o'clock in the morning was struck by B.&O. passenger No. 105.  Both feet were mangled and his right arm was taken off.  Drs. Smith and Knauss promptly attended to his injuries, but he died at 4:30 a.m.  Mr. Burd was married about a month ago to Miss Caule, of Perrysville, where she was visiting at the time of the accident.  Mrs. Burd was notified by wire and also his parents, who reside two miles north of Lexington.  The father of the unfortunate young man came to Mansfield and left for Newark at 10:05 a.m. Sunday morning accompanied by Mike Curtin, representative of the Brotherhood of Railway Trainmen of the Mansfield lodge and B.F. Lash, B.&O. car inspector.  Mr. Burd was a member of Newark lodge, B. of R.T.  Mrs. Frank Burd drove from Perrysville to Butler and taking the morning train on the B. & O., arrived in Newark at 12:10 and was met by a committee of B. of R.T. and taken to the boarding house, where the body was found in readiness for removal.  The remains were taken to Lexington on No. 3 and taken to the home of his parents.  Funeral 2 p.m. Tuesday, July 11, at the home of the parents of the deceased.  Burial in Mansfield Cemetery at 3:30 p.m. under auspices of Richland lodge, 478 Brotherhood of Railway Trainmen. 
[Mansfield News:  10 July 1899]

Burd, Frank -- The remains of Frank Burd, who was killed by the cars in the Newark yards Sunday morning, were brought to the city this afternoon from Lexington and interred in the local cemetery.  Several members of the B. of R.T. from Newark, were in the city and together with the members of the B. of R.T. from Mansfield, they met the funeral procession at the cemetery gate.  The funeral services were held from the residence of his parents at 2 o'clock.  [Mansfield News:  11 July 1899]

Burge, Catherine -- Mrs. Catherine Burge, an aged resident of this city, died Thursday afternoon at 1:30 o'clock at the home of her daughter, Mrs. William Holway, 250 West Fourth Street.  Mrs. Burge has been ill for several months, but her death was somewhat unexpected.  Old age and a complication of diseases was the cause of her death.  The deceased was born in Newton, New Jersey and came to Mansfield when 9 years of age and has resided here ever since.  At the place where she died she has lived for forty-one years and has watched with interest the steady growth and improvement of the city of Mansfield.  At the time of her death Mrs. Burge was 82 years of age and left pone daughter with whom she has made her home for the past several years.  The deceased was a member of the First Congregational church and was one of the oldest members of the Mansfield denomination.  Although she had been ill for a long time, yet the end came peacefully and without a struggle.  The funeral services will be held at the home on West Fourth Street and will be conducted by the Rev. Dr. Charles Lemoine, of the Congregational church Saturday afternoon at 4 o'clock.  The friends are invited to the home but the burial will be private.  [Mansfield News:  28 June 1901, Vol. 17, No. 101]

Burge, Clarence -- 48Y;  d. 1/18/1955 (heart attack);  b. 6/11/1906 at Hocking Co., OH;  bur. North Liberty Cem.  [MNJ 1/19/1955]

Burgener, Ida A. -- 79Y;  d. 12/28/1955 at home, Mansfield;  former H.L. Reed Co. employee;  b. at Galion, OH   [MNJ 12/28/1955]


Burgener, Peter -- Death Takes P. Burgener - Peter Burgener, 73, died unexpectedly this morning at his home 332 Grace Ct., following a heart attack.  He had been employed for many years at the Farm Tools Inc. until his retirement a year ago.  Mr. Bergener was born Feb. 22, 1877 in Switzerland.  He came to Mansfield 58 years ago.  Surviving is a brother; Fred, with whom he made his home.  Funeral services will be conducted at the Wappner Funeral home Wednesday at 1 p.m. in charge of Rev. John C. Melchert, pastor of St. John's Evangelical and Reformed church. Burial will be in the Mansfield cemetery.  Beginning Tuesday night, friends may call at the funeral home.  Submitted by Linda & Shirley.  (Mansfield News Journal: October 28, 1950).

Burger, Albert -- Albert Burger Stricken at Age 71 -- Albert L. Burger, 71, of 187 Bennett St., died in Mansfield General Hospital Sunday following an extended illness. Mr. Burger was born in Knox County, near North Liberty, Dec. 15, 1901, and had lived in this area all his life. He was an employee of the Westinghouse Electric Corp. until his retirement in 1963. Surviving are his wife, Mrs. Blanche Freehafer Burger; two daughters, Mrs. Donald (Catherine) Ebbert of Ontario and Mrs. Philip (Margaret) Strome of Wheeling, W. Va.; four grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; two sisters, Mrs. Roy Bowman and Mrs. Chester Beal, both of Fredericktown; and one brother, Lloyd of Columbus. Services will be conducted in the J.H. Finefrock & Sons Funeral Home Tuesday at 2 p.m. by the Rev. Donald Holtzapple, pastor of the Diamond Hills Baptist Church. Burial w ill be in Mansfield Memorial Park. Friends may call in the funeral home from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today.  Submitted by Nancy.  [Source: Mansfield (OH) News Journal, 2 July 1973]

Burger, Allen H. -- 71Y;  d. 3/2/1954 at home, Mansfield;  b. 1/29/1883 at Darke Co., OH;  s/o Charles & Sophia (Miller) Burger;  h/o Mary Lucinda Parcher;  bur. Mansfield Cem.  [MNJ 3/2/1954]

Burger, Bernice -- 47Y;  d. 5/17/1956 near St. Mary's, OH:  former Mansfield resident  [MNJ 5/19/1956]

Burger, Blanche E. (Freehafer) -- Blanche E. Freehafer Burger, 92, of 187 Bennett St., died Monday morning at her home after an extended illness. Calling hours are Wednesday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at the Ontario Home of Wappner Funeral Directors where services will be held Thursday at 1 p.m. by the Rev. Leland Wiley.  Submitted by Nancy[Source: Mansfield (OH) News Journal, Tuesday, 29 November 1988.]

Burger, Blanche E. (Freehafer) -- Services for Blanche E. Freehafer Burger, 92, of 187 Bennett St. will be held Thursday at 1 p.m. at the Ontario Home of Wappner Funeral Directors by the Rev. Leland Wiley, visitation minister of Ontario United Methodist Church. Calling hours will be at the funeral home today from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Burial will be in Mansfield Memorial Park. Mrs. Burger was born April 17, 1896 in Jefferson Township, Richland County, living in the Bellville and Mansfield area all her life. In her early year she was a teacher for Walnut Hills School and a bank teller for Farmers Bank in Bellville. She was a graduate of Bellville High School. Surviving are two daughters, Mrs. Arthur (Catherine) Goettle of Mansfield, and Margaret Strome of Wheeling, W. Va.; four grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Albert L., in 1973. Submitted by Nancy. [Source: Mansfield (OH) News Journal, Wednesday, 30 November 1988.]

Burger, David -- David Burger, aged 81 years, died on Tuesday morning at his residence 1 1/2 miles south east of the city, Mr. Burger and his wife, who survives him, were married 57 years ago and they have lived in this community for over 50 years. The funeral took place Wednesday from the English Lutheran Church of this city. Submitted by Jess. [Richland Shield & Banner 27 Sept 1884 Pg. 5 col. 3]

Burger, Frank E. -- Joseph W. Burger, Jr., of N. Walnut St., has been called to Norwalk (OH) by the death of his brother, Frank E. Burger, who was choked to death in the fire box of a locomotive.  The set screw of a pneumatic flue drill caught in his sleeve, winding his clothes around the drill until Mr. Berger [sic.] was choked.  From the fact that his dead body was found sitting in a chair, held up by the drill around which his clothing was wrapped, and that the drill was pressed against the right side of his neck, it is believed that, after entering the firebox of the boiler, Burger had seated himself on the chair to enable him to clean the flues over his head.  Although the drill was operated with a pressure of ninety pounds of air, as Burger's clothing was wound around it, it became clogged and stopped revolving.  The accident happened some time between 7 and 8:15 o'clock Tuesday night.  At about 7 o'clock Burger was seen lighting his oil lamp preparatory to entering the firebox of the boiler.  At 18:15 o'clock his dead body was discovered sitting in an upright position on the chair by a fellow workman.  [Mansfield (OH) Daily Shield:  25 February 1909]

Burger, J.J. -- J.P. Rummel of Park Ave. West was called to Hiawatha, Kansas, to attend the funeral of his brother-in-law, J.J. Burger.  Mr. Burger was formerly a resident of Richland Co. having lived near Butler for many years.  [Mansfield Shield:  27 January 1913]

Burger, Leah -- d. 1/1885, dropsy;  76y, 11m, 2d;  bur. Mansfield Cem.   [Mansfield Herald:  07 January 1886]

Burger, Leah -- Mrs. Burger, wife of the late David Burger, died last Saturday morning at the residence of her son-in-law, Mr. Ralston, south of the city, in the 77th year of her age. The funeral tool place Sunday afternoon from the English Lutheran church in this city, of which Mrs. Burger was a devoted member. It is only a few weeks since her husband passed away and in the death of this worthy old couple our community has lost two of its earnest and exemplary Christian people. Submitted by Jess. [Richland Shield & Banner 31 Jan 1885 Pg. 4 col. 2]

Burger, Samuel -- Samuel Burger, who lived on the Vasbinder Farm, died on Sunday and was buried on Tuesday. -- [THE MANSFIELD HERALD: 28 August 1884, Vol. 34, No. 41]

Burgert, James Harvey -- SHELBY -- Of deaths -- Henry A. Chamberlain, son-in-law of Dr. W.R. Bridu, born in Grand Isle, Vermont, September 16, 1846, died 9:16 p.m. February 18, 1884, aged 37 years, 5 months and 2 days. He died at Toledo and was brought home for interment in the Oakland Cemetery on the 23d. inst. On the same day, at Crestline, James Harvey Burgert, son-in-law of John Foy, born August 28, 1852, died 10 a.m. February 23d., 1884. A. Hartman of Crestline, O., son-in-law of William Douglass, killed by the cars on P., Ft.W. & C. R.R. at Canton on the 22d. The interment in Oakland Cemetery of the remains of Mrs. Saunders, of Springfield Twp., took place also on the 23d. -- [THE MANSFIELD HERALD: 28 February 1884, Vol. 34, No. 15]

Burget, George A. -- d. 10/14/1870 at Weller Twp.;  33y;  b. Ashland Co., Ohio;  lawyer;  white;  cause:  consumption;  res. Michigan  [Richland Co. Probate Court Record of Deaths]

Burgett, William -- Olivesburg.  Wm. Burgett died at his home Tuesday morning at 6:30 after a brief illness of five days with pneumonia.  He was born in Michigan in the year of 1829.  He was the son of Edwin Burgett and Susan Beach Burgett.  At the age of two years he became a member of the family of Wm. Houston and remained until he was 21 years of age.  He was married in 1856 to Maria Starrett and after her decease, to Addie Houston.  He united with the Presbyterian church in 1865 and was a faithful member and also an elder in it until the church and relationship was always faithful to the church and Sabbath school of the Methodist church and ever an ardent and earnest advocate of the temperance cause.  He has no near living relatives and is only survived by his faithful and living wife Addie Burgett, and Mrs. Roy Hursh, of Ashland, whom they raised from infancy and for whom she mourns as a kind and loving father.  Funeral services were held in the M.E. church Friday morning, conducted by the Rev. Scott of Congress an old pastor at this place, fifty years ago, assisted by the Rev. M.G. Keiser of Pavonia.  Interment was made in the Mt. Olivet cemetery.  [Mansfield (OH) Daily Shield: 24 May 1905]

Burggraf, Elizabeth -- 88Y;  d. 6/14/1954 at Chicago, IL;  former Richland Co. resident;  wid/o Michael;  bur. Forest Home Cem., Chicago, IL  [Mansfield News Journal:  16 June 1954]

Burghard, George

Burghard, Mrs. -- DIED, Jan. 20, at her home south of this city, Mrs. Burghard, aged 70 years.  Funeral Jan. 22, at 10 a.m.  --  [Richland Shield & Banner:  26 January 1895, Vol. LXXVII, No. 37]

Burghard, Mrs. Samuel -- Woodville.  Death has again come in our midst and taken a loved mother, Mrs. Samuel Burghard, died Jan. 13, of pneumonia, after a three weeks' illness, aged 57 years.  The funeral took place from her late residence in Bridgeport on Tuesday following, Dr. H.L. Wiles officiating.  --  [Richland Shield & Banner:  09 February 1895, Vol. LXXVII, No. 39]

Burghard, Thomas -- Thomas Burghard shot himself dead at his livery barn on East Third Street at about 4:30 o'clock Saturday afternoon.  It was undoubtedly a case of deliberate suicide.  The evidence all points in that direction.  Burghard has heretofore attempted to end his existence by means of morphine, taking as much as 16 grains at a single dose but without the desired effect.  The story surrounding Burghard's suicide is a long one.  Several years ago he was married to Miss Grace Keller, of this city.  The marriage was not a happy one and the more intimate friends of both parties were aware of this.  Of late Burghard has been experiencing nothing but hard luck.  It came in various ways.  He lost money and was compelled to make an assignment.  Mixed up with these financial troubles were domestic troubles.  It seems that he and his wife did not get along together almost from the first.  There was a separation, but the matter was adjusted by friends of the couple.  The last separation, it seems, occurred about six weeks ago when Mr. Burghard left Mansfield and went to live with a married sister in Detroit.  There has been some correspondence between husband and wife and Burghard's friends have noticed that he has become more despondent every day.  He became addicted to the morphine habit and used it in large quantities.  In addition he became a hard drinker.  At times Burghard would call on intimate friends and take to crying.  Saturday, according to all reports, he drank considerable whisky in various saloons.  The last letter Burghard received from his wife was dated June 28 and was received by him the next day.  He has read and re-read this letter and brooded over it.  Saturday afternoon Burghard went into a Main Street saloon, called for whisky, poured out a big drink and then stood looking at it.  When the bar-tender asked him what was the matter he said that he wasn't well and couldn't drink it and walked out without another word.  It seems that he went directly to the livery barn on East Third Street, sat down in the office and began reading the letter from his wife.  He was seen crying over the missive by several of the employees about the place, but as he has been doing this frequently little attention was paid to him.  At the hour mentioned a shot rang through the barn and when the employees went into the office they found Burghard stretched upon the couch dead.  He had shot himself in the middle of the right side of the head, the bullet coming out at the left ear.  It was a horrible sight.  The dead man's right hand still grasped the deadly 38-calibre revolver, four chambers of which were filled with loaded shells.  Coroner Baughman was out of the city, but Dr. Schambs was summoned to act in his place.  Constable William Winters made a note of all the details surrounding the case and officers Balliett and Marks took charge.  Dr. Schambs secured the letter written by Burghard's wife.  The letter had been carefully placed in an inside pocket and will probably be used as evidence at the inquest.  It is stated that the tenor of the letter was to the effect that the present separation was meant to be a final one.  Mrs. Burghard told her husband in the letter that he might have what was raised on the farm, so that it is presumed there was an arrangement of some sort in regard to support of the wife.  The letter also hinted that she believed her husband to be intimate with another woman.  Burghard was 37 years of age and has several brothers living south of the city.  He has only been in the livery business since last November, at which time he purchased the stable from Clyde Pollock.  The suicide produced more than an ordinary sensation, a large number of morbidly curious people crowding about the barn.  For many years Burghard lived with David Vasbinder and later with Miss Jane Vasbinder, both of whom are now deceased.  He worked upon their farm and was, according to the report of those who knew him best, a good farmer and a faithful worker and was highly esteemed by both of these well-to-do but rather eccentric benefactors.  When he came to the city to live with them and saw more of city than of country life the farm had less care of thought from him, and like many other country lad the change in the manner of life was not beneficial to him.  He made some unfortunate investments.  He made some dealings in fast horses and possibly other speculations which resulted disastrously.  In connection with these unfortunate turns in his finances came domestic troubles and to make matters worse he became intemperate and then came the last and tragic act which cut short his career.  The body of the suicide was removed to J.A. Niman's undertaking establishment and prepared for burial.  The funeral will occur from his late home on Wayne Street at 10 o'clock, Tuesday morning.  --  [Mansfield Semi-Weekly News:  05 July 1898, Vol. 14, No. 56]

Burke, Anna -- Mrs. Anna Burke, widow of the late John Burke, died this morning about 10:30 at the Richland county infirmary, of which she has been an inmate about two months.  She was born in Ireland forty-two years ago and came to this country some years ago.  Her home was in Mansfield until she was taken to the infirmary on account of being ill and in a destitute condition.  The cause of her death was paralysis.  The first stroke was while she was living in this city;  the second after she was taken to the infirmary;  and the third stroke, which proved fatal, was sustained this morning.  Mrs. Burke leaves one daughter, Mary, an inmate of a Catholic orphan asylum at Cleveland.  She also has two sisters residing in Mansfield, Mrs. Mary Quinn and Mrs. A. Agan.  Mrs. Burke was a member of St. Peter's Catholic church.   [Mansfield News: 10 December 1901, Vol. 17, No. 239]

Burke, Ollie (Thuma) -- DIED -- Saturday, Feb. 17, 1894, at her home in Junction City, Mrs. Ollie Thuma Burke.  She was the daughter of Mrs. Eliza Thuma of this place.  Was born Mar. 1st., 1854.  She was married to Mr. John Burke, of Zanesville.  To them were born three daughters.   For the past year her sufferings were intense.  Everything loving daughters, husband and friends could do for her relief, was done, to no avail.  She suffered on until a wife Father released her from pain and sorrow.  She leaves a husband, daughters, mother, brother and sister, and a host of friends and relatives.   She joined the United Brethren church at the age of nineteen and lived a consistent Christian life.  Her many friends here will be shocked to hear of her death, yet they will bear with them throughout life the remembrance of a sweet, loving, even tempered disposition, and a life of the truest, purest and best.    Her remains were brought to this place Monday evening.  The funeral services were held from the home of her sister, Mrs. Frank Thuma at 2 p.m. Tuesday.  Thus amid many tears and yet a joyous hope of a future meeting, she was laid to rest, and now dwells forever with the Lord, in the City, where there shall be no more death, neither sorrow nor crying;  neither shall there be any more pain. – [BELLVILLE INDEPENDENT:  22 February 1894, Vol. 41]

Burkepile, Lillie Mae -- [Mansfield News:  01 October 1952]

Burkett, Rebecca Beal -- Following a long illness, Mrs. Rebecca Burkett died Tuesday at her home here.  She was past 70 years of age and widely known, having lived here since a child.  In 1871 she was married to Samuel S. Beal, who died 30 years ago.  Three sons, Frank N., William and Harry, were born to this union, all living.  A daughter, Mrs. Wm. Uebel, died several years ago.  The mother later became the wife of Michigan Burkett, who died about six years ago.  The funeral was held this morning at the Lutheran church, conducted by the Rev. Mr. Frye.  Burial was in the Bellville cemetery.  [Richland County Leader:  21 January 1921, Vol. 2, No. 6]

Burkhardt, Jacob

Burkhart, Charles -- Charles Burkhart, a Crestline butcher, was shot by the accidental discharge of a rifle about 3 o'clock Monday afternoon, from the effects of which he died there at midnight.  Burkhart had been out buying stock and had purchased a steer of Martin Miller, who resides just outside of East Crestline.  It was his custom to kill the cattle on the spot and for this purpose the butcher always carried with him a 38-caliber Winchester rifle.  Burkhart went to the rear of his wagon to secure the weapon and in trying to take it out, the trigger caught in some cloth used to cover the carcasses and was discharged.  The heavy load went through the end gate and into the victim's abdomen.   Several doctors from Crestline and Galion were summoned who operated on the patient and for a while it looked as if he would recover, but toward midnight he grew suddenly worse and passed away.  The deceased was a prominent resident of Crestline and was well known among the farmers of Crawford and Richland Counties with many of whom he had been dealing for a long time.  He was 35 year of age and leaves a wife and four children.  He had a number of friends in Mansfield.  The deceased was brother of Louis and Max Burkhart, who live on West Sixth street, in this city.  --  [Bellville Messenger:  28 August 1903, Vol. 11, No. 34 as reprinted from the Mansfield News]

Burkhart, Mary Ann  -- Mrs. Mary Ann BURKHART, 91, widow of William H. BURKHART, died this morning at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Delia GASS, and her grand-daughter, Mrs. John W. MILLER, 169 Vennum Ave., after several weeks illness.  She was born Sept. 6, 1865 in Butler County, Kentucky, coming to Mansfield 15 years ago. She was a member of the Baptist Church at Morganville, Ga. Surviving are five daughters, Mrs. Delia GASS of Mansfield, Mrs. C. L. THORNTON of Birmingham, Ala.;Mrs. J. B. BOYDSTON of Candler, N.C., Mrs. S.C. PRESSLEY of Chickamauga, Ga; and Mrs. William BUCKNER of Asheville, N.C.; four sons, H.L. BURKHART of Mansfield, J.D. BURKHART of South Bend, Ind.; J.C. BURKHART of South Gate, Calif. and C.D. BURKHART of Rossville, Ga.; 47 grandchildren, 67 great-grandchildren and 21 great-great-grandchildren. The body is at the Wappner Funeral Home where services will be conducted Friday at 1:30 p.m. by Rev. William Walters, pastor of the Church of the Brethren of Lincoln Heights. Burial will be in Mansfield Memorial Park. Friends my call at the funeral home starting Wednesday evening.  submitted by Mary Anne.  [Mansfield daily newspaper (?) 31 Oct 1956]

Burkholder, ---- -- Bellville.  A little son of H.H. Burkholder's was buried Monday.  --  [Bellville Star:  02 August 1888, Vol. 11, No. 45]

Burkholder, Anna -- Anna Burkholder, an inmate of the Richland County infirmary, dropped dead at the institution late this afternoon.  Mrs. Burkholder has been at the infirmary for over ten years.  Infirmary Director Zellner telephoned this afternoon to Butler where he thinks he can locate some relatives of the dead woman.  --  [Bellville Messenger:  05 March 1903, Vol. 11, No. 9 as reprinted from the Saturday Richland Shield & Banner]

Burkholder, C.E. -- Bellville.  Died, at Shanesville, O., April 9th., C.E. Burkholder, aged ?0 years, 6 months and 6 days.  The deceased was a brother of J.H. Burkholder of this place.  --  [Bellville Star:  22 April 1886, Vol. 9, No. 30]

Burkholder, "Granny" -- Bellville.  "Granny" Burkholder died Sunday morning at the home of Joseph Thrush, a few miles southeast of town, aged 80 years, 9 months and 27 days, and was buried at the Four Corners' Church, Monday.  A funeral sermon was preached at Independence by Rev. W.A. Shisler.  --  [Bellville Star:  17 July 1884, Vol. 7, No. 42]

Burkholder, H.H. -- After an illness of four months, death came Tuesday afternoon to the Rev. H.H. Burkholder, at his home in Academia.  He was formerly a resident of Bellville, and for many years resided with this family in Bellville, filling one of the most important pastorates.  The Rev. Mr. Burkholder, who was 64 years of age, is survived by his wife, two daughters, Mrs. H.D. Fulton and Miss Evelyn Burkholder, and one son, Harold Burkholder.  Funeral services will be held Thursday afternoon at 1:30 o'clock at the Mt. Vernon academy conducted by Elder F.H. Robbins, of Washington, D.C., assisted by Elder N.S. Ashton, president of the Mt. Vernon academy, and Elder H.J. Ditwiler of Academia.  Burial will be made in the Mound View cemetery in Mt. Vernon.  [Richland County Leader:  25 January 1923, Vol. 4, No. 4]

Burkholder, H.H. -- Lost Run.  The funeral of Elder Burkholder was held last Thursday at the Academia Chapel near Mt. Vernon.  Mr. & Mrs. H.E. Iles were seen in attendance at the funeral.  [Richland County Leader:  01 February 1923, Vol. 4, No. 5]

Burkholder, Jacob -- Jacob Burkholder aged 68 years, was buried here on Friday, Mar. 2.  Later in the same paper ...  BUTLER -- Jacob Burkholder died on Tuesday night of last week with consumption. Deceased was born in Greene County, Pa., and removed to Ohio at an early date and settled in Jefferson Twp. Services were held at the family residence 2½ miles west of town on Friday with Prof. Taylor, of Mt. Vernon, in charge. His mortal remains were interred at Bellville. He was aged 68 years, 9 months and 13 days.  -- [BELLVILLE INDEPENDENT: 08 March 1894, Vol. 6, No. 43]

Burkholder, Jacob -- Butler.  Mr. & Mrs. Wm. Traxler attended the funeral of Jacob Burkholder on last Thursday.  [Butler Enterprise:  28 April 1892]

Burkholder, William O. -- b. 1/18/1879;  d. 4/8/1960;  bur. Mansfield Cem.  [Memorial booklet on file at Butler / Clear Fork Historical Museum]

Burner, May B. -- d. 1/15/1868 at Greenwich, Huron Co., Ohio;  21d;  b. Huron Co., Ohio;  d/o James & Het Burner;  white;  cause:  croup;  res. Greenwich, Huron Co., Ohio  [Richland Co. Probate Court Record of Deaths]

Burneson, Charles -- Mansfield, Mar. 29.  Charles Burneson, an Erie local conductor, was killed at Marion yesterday afternoon.  --  [Mansfield Evening News:  29 March 1890, Vol. 6, No. 20]

Burneson, Charles H. -- 72Y;  d. 5/19/1956 at home, North Olmstead, OH;  former Mansfield resident;  h/o Carrie;  Cremated  [MNJ 5/21/1956]

Burneson, Mrs. Andrew -- Mrs. Andrew Burneson died at Berea (OH) at the residence of her mother at 3:15 Thursday morning, aged 50 years and three months.  She was surrounded by all her friends.  Interment will take place Saturday afternoon or Sunday.  [Mansfield Herald:  21 February 1889]

Burnett, Edward -- Friday.  At 4 o'clock yesterday afternoon, Edward Burnett, the injured engineer, died at the Tressell House, Lucas.  He was aged about 30 years and had a wife and one child living at Alliance.  His remains were taken to his late home in Alliance at 8 o'clock last evening.  The funeral will take place Sunday at 2 o'clock under the auspices of the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers, of which Mr. Burnett was a member.  Since the death of Mr. Burnett the mystery as to how he was injured will never be known.  --  [Richland Shield & Banner:  25 May 1889, Vol. LXXII, No. 1]

Burnett, Edward -- The remains of Ed. Burnett, the engineer who received an injury in so mysterious a manner from which he died Friday afternoon, were taken to Alliance Saturday.  The case is a peculiar one and should be investigated by the railroad company, as it doubtless will be.  [Mansfield Herald:  23 May 1889]

Burnett, William -- Lexington, Jan. 12th., 1878.  Editor:  A very sad accident occurred near our village on Monday evening last, which has been the topic of conversation in almost every family and social gathering during the entire week, the nature of which is as follows:  Mr. William Burnett, a young man about 19 years of age, and a resident of our village, who on his return home from a rabbit hunt last Monday evening, accidentally let his gun (which he was carrying on his shoulder), slip from his hand and fall to the ground immediately behind him, the stock of the gun being the first to strike the ground, while the muzzle rested for an instant against his left him, about four inches above the knee.  The sudden jar produced by the fall discharged the gun, the entire load entering his limb and through and out on the opposite side, carrying with it about two inches of the bone, and leaving the remainder in that vicinity in a shattered condition.  Mr. A. Englehart, who was in company with him immediately ran for assistance, which was easily obtained, and Mr. Burnett was carried to his home.  Dr. McMillen, who was summoned, after a careful examination of the wound, pronounced amputation necessary.  Counsel being desired, Dr. Craig of Mansfield was called, who also expressed an opinion concurring with that previously expressed by Dr. McMillen.  Drs. Craig, Carey and McMillen proceeded at once, or within a short time, to amputate the limb, which was successfully and skillfully done, in the short space of from twenty to twenty-five minutes.  Mr. Burnett was carefully watched, and every assistance possible was kindly given by Dr. McMillen and his many friends, but the loss of blood and the pain, being too great for the youthful form to bear, he, after living until Wednesday morning quietly and peacefully passed into the care of a loving Saviour.  The following beautiful lines on the death of Mr. Burnett were composed by a young friend of his age, while gazing into the grave, and afterward committed to writing, and handed me to-day, this being his first production.  I submit it to you for publication.  "Lines on the Death of Wm. Burnet -- By His Friend, J.L.A.   Friend Will, thou hast left us, Left us never to return, O'er the storm tossed waves of death Thy spirit has been borne.    Borne to a land of sunshine, Where sorrows never come;  At death's knock we hope to meet thee, Safe in the eternal home.  Oh! Mother! for him do not weep!  Oh! Dry thy tears, poor May, And think of him as an Angel fair, In that beautiful home far away.  Where some day his dear form, in gladness you will clasp, And safely with him wander In eternal life at last.  Oh! brother!  do not grieve, Mourn not for this dear one, For in God's kingdom he is safe;  Safe with His beloved Son.  Oh! let us all remember well, Our days must some time end and be prepared to meet him, Who was our dear loved friend."  [Ohio Liberal:  16 January 1878]

Burns, ---- -- bur. 5/1886 at Mansfield Cem., still born  [Mansfield Herald:  15 July 1886]

Burns, ---- -- Wednesday.  The infant daughter of Mr. & Mrs. C.E. Burns, of North Bowman Street, died at 3 o'clock yesterday afternoon.  --  [Richland Shield & Banner:  04 August 1894, Vol. LXXVII, No. 12]

Burns, Annie Smith -- Mrs. Annie Smith Burns, 86, widow of Michael E. Burns, died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Wayne S. Au, 591 Yale Dr., Thursday, following an extended illness.  Mrs. Burns was born in Mansfield April 25, 1871, and was a life-long resident of this city. She was a member of the Jehovah's Witnesses.  Besides her daughter, Mrs. Au, she is survived by three other daughters, Mrs. Lewis Kithcart, Mrs. Martin Spree and Mrs. Sam Dobre; seven grandchildren, and five great-grandchildren, all of Mansfield.  Friends may call at the J. H. Finefrock & Sons Funeral Home where services will be conducted Saturday at 3 p.m. by W. A. Thrutchley of the Jehovah's Witnesses. Burial will be in the Mansfield Cemetery.  Submitted by Nancy.  [unknown newspaper:  unknown date]

Burns, Barnabas -- PASSED AWAY – DEATH OF COLONEL BARNABAS BURNS – The end has come, and on Saturday morning, October 13th., just at break of day, the spirit of Colonel Barnabas Burns took its flight, and the earthly career of a noble man closed in a glorious triumph.  After weary months of illness, patiently and heroically endured, death-came, liberating the mortal body from suffering and allowing the spirit to depart to the realms of the blest.  Conscious to the last and possessing with his latest breath that vigorous mental activity which ever characterized him, he was able in that hour when the visible and invisible worlds seem to blend, to recognize and address loved friends, and to assure them that his last moments were ineffably happy and peaceful.  Such was the end of earth to one of Nature’s nobleman, of whom it might well be said, “Statesman, yet friend to truth! Of soul sincere, In action faithful, and in honour clear.”  Eulogy of Col. Burns is unnecessary;  his life itself was ever the eulogy of a man actuated by the highest principle.  Unwavering in his adherence to what he considered the right, he would advocate it although the result might be apparently to his personal disadvantage.  Honest and honorable himself, he was slow to impugn the motives of others, and in frank generosity he sometimes trusted in those by whom that trust was abused.  His trials were many and severe;  among them the sweeping away of an ample competence, through a fault not his own, and the failure of a party to properly recognize one of its most faithful and able constituents, and yet through all he bore himself with that true nobility indicative of a great nature, and commanded the respect and admiration of all who knew him.  Detesting hypocrisy and shallow pretence,  “He would not flatter Neptune nor his trident, Or Jove for his power to thunder.”  And it was not in his nature to profess sentiments which he did not cherish.  But why enlarge upon the virtues of a mare whose noble qualities of head and heart are so universally     known?  May his memory ever be cherished and his name honored.  The funeral services of the deceased took place at his late residence on South Main Street Tuesday afternoon at 2 o’clock and were very largely attended.  The services at the residence were conducted by the Rev. J.S. Broadwell, assisted by the Rev. Dr. S.A. Bronson of the Episcopal Church.  The former gentleman spoke most touchingly of the deceased and of the triumph of his faith in his dying hour.  Feelingly he alluded to the home life of departed, where he was loved and almost idolized by his family, to whom he was bound by the ties of tenderest affection.  The remarks of the eloquent pastor were very appropriate, fitting the occasion well and were attentively listened to by all within the range of is voice.  Following the service at the residence, the ceremonies were taken in charge by the Independent Order of Odd Fellows, of which organization Col. Burns was a member for about forty years, having been initiated into Mansfield Lodge, No. 19, at its institution.  The line of march to the cemetery was taken up, with Uniform Degree Camp, Mohican Encampment, Mansfield Lodge No. 19, Richland Lodge No. 161, McLaughlin Post G.A.R., and the members of the Richland county Bar, in line preceding the hearse, which was attended by the following pall bearers:  T.B. Andrews, Lowry Sibbett, E. Hade, E. McCoy, D. Dirlam, G.F. Carpenter, H.P. Davis and M.D. Harter, all of whom were selected by the deceased.  A long line of carriages followed the hearse to the cemetery, where the burial service of the Odd Fellows was performed, Past Grand C.T. Foulk officiating as chaplain and Past Grand Master Hedges a Noble Grand.  Many visiting lodge members were in attendance, and among others from abroad were General Durbin Ward and Grand Grand Master Van Sciver of Norwalk.   [Ohio Liberal:  17 October 1883]

Burns, Cass -- DIED, May 18, at Columbus Grove, Cass Burns, formerly of this city, aged about 35 years.  Funeral May 20, from the B.&O. depot at 9:55 a.m.  --  [Mansfield Evening News:  19 May 1890, Vol. 6, No. 63]  *see also:  Lewis Cass Burns

Burns, Charles E. -- C. E. BURNS DIES FROM PNEUMONIA - Councilman-At-Large Passes Away Following Brief Illness - Charles E. Burns, for many years  councilman from the second ward, and during the past year councilman-at-large, died last evening at his home, 828 Bowman street, following a brief illness with pneumonia.  Mr. Burns was born in Mansfield, Dec. 23, 1866, and has continuously resided here. At an early age of his life he began work for the Pennsylvania railroad company as water carrier for the section men. Later he took position in the Pennsylvania freight house as trucker. On Oct. 14, 1882, he was advanced to a clerkship in the office of the company, which position he held until his advancement to the assistant cashier, which he held at the time of his death.  He was in the employ of the company during 43 years of his life and would have been eligible to retirement in a few years. During the time he was working for the railroad company, he became interested in the welfare of his ward and became a candidate for city councilman, to which office he was elected by a large majority.  He was popular among his neighbors and friends. He was elected year after year to the city council. He always gave a good account of his actions to his constituents. Mr. Burns worked for the interests of the city, and was prominent in the matter of securing a park for the citizens on the north side.  Since being elected as councilman-at-large in 1921, he was a leader in the workings of that body and his advice was always heeded by the other members. Many new projects and improvements were first made possible by an investigation conducted by Mr. Burns. When he found movement feasible, the other members relied on his judgment.  He is survived by his wife, Elizabeth Burns, two sons, Gurley and Earl Burns, of this city, and one sister, Mrs. John Jackson of this city. He was a member of the Foresters, and his church preference was the Methodist Episcopal.  No arrangements have been made for the funeral.  Submitted by Gary.  [MANSFIELD NEWS:  21 April 1923]

Burns, Charles J. -- Charles J. Burns, 82, formerly of James Avenue, died Thursday, Dec. 26, 1996, at Woodlawn Nursing Home after a long illness.  He was born Oct. 18, 1914, in Mansfield to Gurley and Marie Vandivort Burns, living here all his life.  He retired from Westinghouse after 30 years of service and also worked at Richland Bank. He was a life member of the American Motorcycle Association, the Mansfield Motorcycle Club, and the International Radio Patrol.  He is survived by a sister-in-law, Dorothy Burns; four nephews, Mike, Jeff and Scott Burns, and James Campbell; great-nieces, nephews, and cousins.  He was preceded in death by two brothers, Robert and Edward Burns; a sister, Margaret Campbell; and a good friend Mary Dise.  Calling hours will be Sunday from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Diamond Street Home of Wappner Funeral Directors. Graveside funeral services will be held Monday at 11 a.m. in Mansfield Cemetery by the Rev. Carl Cunfer.  Memorial contributions may be made to Day Spring or the International Radio Patrol.   Submitted by Gary.  [Mansfield News Journal:  28 December 1996]

Burns, Charles J. -- Charles J. Burns, 82, formerly of James Avenue , died Thursday, Dec. 26, 1996 , at Woodlawn Nursing Home after a long illness.  He was born Oct. 18, 1914 , in Mansfield to Gurley and Marie Vandivort Burns, living here all his life.  He retired from Westinghouse after 30 years of service and also worked at Richland Bank. He was a life member of the American Motorcycle Association, the Mansfield Motorcycle Club, and the International Radio Patrol.  He is survived by a sister-in-law, Dorothy Burns; four nephews, Mike, Jeff and Scott Burns, and James Campbell; great-nieces, nephews, and cousins.  He was preceded in death by two brothers, Robert and Edward Burns; a sister, Margaret Campbell; and a good friend Mary Dise.  Calling hours will be Sunday from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Diamond Street Home of Wappner Funeral Directors. Graveside funeral services will be held Monday at 11 a.m. in Mansfield Cemetery by the Rev. Carl Cunfer.  Memorial contributions may be made to Day Spring or the International Radio Patrol.  Submitted by Gary .  [ Mansfield News Journal:  28 December 1996 ]

Burns, Clara Marie -- MRS. BURNS, 52, TAKEN BY DEATH - Mansfielder Succumbs In Hospital After 3-Week Illness - Mrs. Clara Marie Burns, 52, wife of Gurley M. Burns, 19 Minerva avenue , died Monday in General Hospital following an illness of three weeks.  Mrs. Burns was born in New Concord but spent most of her life in Mansfield.  She was a member of the South Main street Evangelical church.  Besides her husband, she is survived by three sons, Charles, Edward and Robert; one daughter, Margaret, all at home, and a sister, Mrs. Roy Friberger of Akron.  The body was removed to the Wappner funeral home where services will be held at 3:30 p.m. in charge of Rev. C.L. Kern. Burial will be in Mansfield cemetery.  Submitted by Gary .  [ Mansfield News Journal:  26 March 1940]

Burns, Dennis -- bur. 3/12/1875 at Mansfield Cem.;  65y  [Richland Shield & Banner:  15 January 1876]

Burns, Earl Sr. -- Mansfield _ Earl Ottis Burns Sr., 92, formerly of 336 Bowman St., died Saturday evening in Lexington Court Nursing Home after a  brief illness.  He was born Oct. 22, 1895, in Mansfield where he lived most of his life. Mr. Burns was a retired 48-year employee of Pennsylvania Railroad and a member of B.R.A.C.  Surviving are one daughter, Geraldine Burns Gurik of Mansfield, two sons, Richard L. and Harlan A. both of Mansfield, eight grandchildren, and 11 great-grandchildren.  He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, Stella Burns, one son, Earl O. Jr., and a brother Gurley.  Calling hours will be today from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Ontario Home of Wappner Funeral Directors, where services will be held Tuesday at 11 a.m. by Dr. Wray C. Smith, pastor of Holy Trinity Lutheran Church. Burial will be in Mansfield Memorial Park.  Memorial contributions may be made to Holy Trinity Lutheran Church.  Submitted by Gary.  [Mansfield News Journal:  08 August 1968]

Burns, Earl O. Jr. -- MANSFIELD - Earl O. "Jun" Burns Jr., 68, of 1585 Middle-Bellville Road died Thursday afternoon in Mansfield General Hospital.  He was born Sept. 28, 1919 in Mansfield and lived here all his life. Mr. Burns was a retired 42-year employee of the Tappan Co.  He was a member of the American Legion McVey Post 16, AMVETS Post 26, Pandora Dance Club, Tappan Quarter Century Club and Holy Trinity Lutheran Church where he was a past church councilman and served on many committees. He served in the U.S. Army in World War II.  Surviving are his wife, Eileen Matuch Burns, two daughters, Mrs. Dennis (Carol) Meyers of Lucas and Mrs. Randell (Connie) Zappone of Mansfield; five grandchildren, adopted daughter, Maria Stone of Mansfield; father, Earl O. Burns Sr. of Mansfield, two brothers, Richard and Harlan of Mansfield; and one sister, Mrs. Paul (Gerry) Gurik of Mansfield.  Calling hours at the Diamond Street Home of Wappner Funeral Directors are today from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. and one hour prior to services Saturday at 11 a.m. in Holy Trinity Lutheran Church by the Rev. Dr. Wray C. Smith, his pastor.  Burial will be in Mansfield Memorial Park. Military services will be held at the graveside. Memorial contributions may be made to Holy Trinty Memorial Fund.  Submitted by Gary.  [Mansfield News Journal:  08 July 1988]
 

Burns, Eddra -- Miss Eddra Burns, aged 27, years, died at the home of her mother, Mrs. Emma Burns, 41 Daisy street , Saturday morning at 6 o'clock , after an illness of 16 months with asthma.  She is survived by her mother, one brother, Charles E., and one sister, Mrs. Harriett Jackson, all of this city. Private funeral from the home Monday afternoon at 2 o'clock , conducted by the Rev. S.L. Stewart.  Submitted by Gary.  [Mansfield News Journal:  02 March 1907]

Burns, Edward Earl -- E.E. Burns Dies at 33 - Edward Earl Burns, 33, a resident of the Court Hotel, died Thursday afternoon at General Hospital following an extended illness.  Mr. Burns was born May 6, 1917 at Mansfield and spent his entire life here. He was a driver for the Service Taxi Co.  Surviving are his father, Gurley M. Burns of Ashland; two brothers, Charles and Robert, and a sister, Mrs. Thomas H. Campbell, all of Mansfield.  Services will be held at Wappner Funeral home at 3:30 p.m. Saturday, in charge of Rev. John G. Gensel. Burial will be in Mansfield cemetery.   Submitted by Gary.  [Mansfield News Journal:  15 December 1950]

Burns, Edward Earl -- E.E. Burns Dies at 33 - Edward Earl Burns, 33, a resident of the Court Hotel, died Thursday afternoon at General Hospital following an extended illness.  Mr. Burns was born May 6, 1917 at Mansfield and spent his entire life here. He was a driver for the Service Taxi Co.  Surviving are his father, Gurley M. Burns of Ashland ; two brothers, Charles and Robert, and a sister, Mrs. Thomas H. Campbell, all of Mansfield .  Services will be held at Wappner Funeral home at 3:30 p.m. Saturday, in charge of Rev. John G. Gensel. Burial will be in Mansfield cemetery.  Submitted by Gary .  [Mansfield News Journal:  15 December 1950 ]

Burns, Elizabeth Marks -- Life-Long Resident Of This City Succumbs Early Friday Morning - Mrs. Elizabeth Marks Burns, aged 62, Widow of the late Charles E. Burns, died at the family home, 328 Bowman St. Friday at 12:50 a.m. following a lingering illness.  Mrs. Burns was born in this city August 4, 1867 and spent her entire life here. She was a daughter of the late Christopher and Margaret Kramer Marks. She was a member of the First Methodist Church for many years.  Surviving are two sons, Gurley Burns, and Earl, one brother, John Marks and one sister, Mrs. Christ Kissling, all of this city. Seven grandchildren also survive.  Funeral services will be held at the late home Monday at 2 p.m. Rev. E.R. Brown, pastor of the Methodist Church will conduct the services. Burial will be made in the Mansfield cemetery. Arrangements are in charge of the Finefrock funeral directors. -Submitted by Gary.  [Mansfield News Journal:  13 September 1929]

Burns, Emma -- Miss Emma Burns died Saturday evening at her home on East Fourth Street after an illness of a number of years.  She was 53 years of age.  Funeral announcement later.  [Mansfield News:  30 July 1899]

Burns, Emma -- The funeral of Miss Emma Burns was held this afternoon at 4 p.m. from the family residence conducted by the Rev. D. Meese.  [Mansfield News:  31 July 1899]

Burns, Emma -- Mrs. Emma Burns, widow of Leonard Burns, died Sunday morning about 4 o'clock at the home of her daughter, Mrs. John Jackson, 74 Harker street . Mrs. Burns has been bedfast for some time and death was due to complication of diseases.  She is survived by one son, Charles E. Burns, a daughter, Mrs. John Jackson, and three grandchildren. A brother, Henry Schaub, of Canton , and two sisters, Mrs. Elizabeth Thomas of Burnham, Pa. , and Mrs. Barbara Schaeffer, of Washington, D.C. , also survive.  Funeral services Tuesday afternoon at 2 o'clock from the home of John Jackson on Harker street, the services being conducted by Rev. T. W. Grose, of the First Methodist church. Friends are invited to the funeral. Burial private.  Submitted by Gary .  [Mansfield News Journal:  08 January 1912 , p. 4]

Burns, Eva B.---80 of 114 East High Stre, Plymouth died Monday evening ath the Willard Area Hospital following a lengthy illness. She was a native of Ruggles Township, Ashland County and had lived most of her life in the Shiloh-Plymouth area. She was preceded in death by her husband Sherman, in 1972. Arrangements are incomplete at the Myers Funeral Home in Greenwich.  Submitted by Linda and Shirley. Typed by Brenda. [Ashland Times Gazette, January 10, 1978].

Burns, Frances Faye -- Ashland - Frances Faye Burns, 82, of 1332 Township Road 653 died Saturday at her residence after a long illness.  She was born June 15, 1912, in Ashland to Cloyd and Addied Stoops Burns.  Mrs. Burns retired in 1977 from Faultless Rubber Co. after 26 years. She had also been employed at Mohican Rubber Co.  She is survived by a son, C. Richard Burns of Ashland; 11 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren; a sister, Mary Moritz of Ashland; and two brothers, John and Charles Burns, both of Ashland.  She is preceded in death by a sister.  There will be no calling hours. Graveside services will be held Wednesday at 11 a.m. at Chestnut Grove Cemetery by the Rev. Robert Hall. Heyl Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.  Memorial contributions may be made to Diabetes Support at Samaritan Hospital.  Submitted by Nancy.  [Mansfield News Journal:  15 November 1993]

Burns, Gurley M. -- d. 1/1885, diphtheria;  7y, 8m, 23d;  bur. Mansfield Cem.   [Mansfield Herald:  07 January 1886]

Burns, Gurley M. -- Gurley M. Burns, 81 Succumbs in Ashland - ASHLAND - Gurley M. Burns, 81, 276 West Main St., Ashland, died Monday morning at Ashland Samaritan Hospital after a long illness.  He was a native of Richland County, he had lived in Ashland County for the last 25 years. He was a retired machinist from Ohio Brass Co. in Mansfield. He was a member of the Methodist Church.  He is survived by two sons, Robert and Charles both of Mansfield; one step-son, Charles (Bus) Hockensmith of Ashland; one brother, Earl of Mansfield.  Services will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday at the Heyl Funeral Home. The Rev. Keith Metzger will officiate. Burial will be in Ashland Cemetery. Friends may call from 7 to 9 p.m. today at the funeral home.  Submitted by Gary.  [Mansfield News Journal:  07 July 1970]

Burns, Gurley Marks -- Gurley M. Burns, 81 Succumbs in Ashland - ASHLAND - Gurley M. Burns, 81, 276 West Main St., Ashland, died Monday morning at Ashland Samaritan Hospital after a long illness.  He was a native of Richland County, he had lived in Ashland County for the last 25 years. He was a retired machinist from Ohio Brass Co. in Mansfield. He was a member of the Methodist Church.   He is survived by two sons, Robert and Charles both of Mansfield; one step-son, Charles (Bus) Hockensmith of Ashland; one brother, Earl of Mansfield.  Services will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday at the Heyl Funeral Home. The Rev. Keith Metzger will officiate. Burial will be in Ashland Cemetery. Friends may call from 7 to 9 p.m. today at the funeral home.  Submitted by Gary.  [Mansfield News Journal:  07 July 1970]

Burns, Helen May

Burns, Leonard G. -- DIED, At his home on Daisy Street at 2 p.m., Sept. 9, Leonard G. Burns.  He was born May 29, 1844.  Mr. Burns was a devoted member of the M.E. Church.  He served as a lieutenant in the army, being out three years and eight months.  For the last fifteen years he has been employed as checkman for the Pennsylvania company.  Funeral services, 2 p.m., Sept. 11.  --  [Mansfield Weekly News:  15 September 1887, Vol. 3, No. 42]

Burns, Lewis Cass -- Geo. W. Zellner received a telegram from Columbus Grove last evening announcing the death of Lewis Cass Burns, formerly of this city.  The remains will be brought here for interment.  The deceased was the youngest son of Mr. & Mrs. W.S. Burns, now deceased, and has been a cripple his entire life, but was able to walk around with the aid of crutches.  The cause of his death was consumption, and a letter received here several days ago said that one side of his palate was paralyzed and that he was totally unable to help himself.  --  [Richland Shield & Banner:  24 May 1890, Vol. LXXIII, No. 1]

Burns, Marion

Burns, Mary -- Mrs. Mary Burns, wife of Missionary Edward Burns, of this city, was a woman of strong christian character.  Her fortitude under suffering, her calm confidence in her Savior, unmurmuring submission to her lot, her unselfish anxiety for others, marked her as a deep and earnest Christian.  It simply developed in death what was cherished in daily life these ten years past.  She was born in Meriden, Conn., in 1846, and spent her whole life there until she came to his city with her two daughters last March, to make a home for her husband.  She was ever in her place at church, sometimes when friends remonstrated against her going, but she loved the place of prayer.  She was quiet, living a home life, kind to every one , charitable, never heard to speak a word in censure or criticism of any one, expressing many times during her illness her appreciation of the many expressions of kindness shown her.  She had no desire to return to her eastern home or to be carried thither after she died, for she felt that she was among as good friends as she ever knew.  Her funeral was attended by a large concourse of people, many of whom could not gain entrance to the house.  It was especially affecting to see those from all parts of the city whom her husband had helped and blessed who came to show respect for her memory and sympathize with him in the first great sorrow of his life.

Burns, Mary -- Mrs. Mary Burns, the wife of Missionary Edward Burns, of this city, was a woman of strong Christian character.  Her fortitude under suffering, her calm confidence in her Savior, her unmurmuring submission to her lot, her unselfish anxiety for others, marked her as a deep and earnest Christian.  It simply developed in death what was cherished in daily life these ten years past. She was born in Meriden, Conn., in 1846, and spent her whole life there until she came to this city with her two daughters last March, to make a home for her husband.  She was ever in her place at church, sometimes when friends remonstrated against her going, but she loved the place of prayer.  She was quiet, living a home life, kind to everybody, charitable, never heard to speak a word in censure or criticism of any one, expressing many times during her illness her appreciation of the many expressions of kindness shown her.  Her funeral was attended by a large concourse of people, many of whom could not gain entrance to the house.  It was especially affecting to see those from all parts of the city whom her husband had helped and blessed, who came to show respect for her memory and sympathy with him in the first great sorrow of his life. --  [Mansfield Evening News:  04 January 1890, Vol. 5, No. 258]

Burns, Mary Catherine -- d. 6/5/1870 at Mifflin, Ohio, inflammation of the bowels;  10m, 15d;  b. Mifflin Twp.;  res. Mifflin Twp.  [Richland Co. Probate Court Record of Deaths]

Burns, Michael E. -- Michael E. Burns, husband of Anna Smith Burns, died this morning at 7:30 o'clock at the family home., 102 Daisy Street, after an illness of seven months. For many years Mr. Burns was a leverman with the Pennsylvania railroad.  He was born in Ashland county, July 25, 1870 and came to Mansfield when a young man. He was a member of the Security Benefit association.  Besides his wife, he is survived by four daughters, Mrs. Mary M. Kithcart, Mrs. Ruth D. Spree, Mrs Katherine L. Dobre and Miss Margaret M. Burns, all of this city. Two brothers, John Burns, of Ashland and William Burns, of Marion, also survive together with four grandchildren.  Funeral services will be held at the Finefrock funeral home Friday at 3:30 p.m. with Rev. M.G. Nicola officiating. Burial will be in Mansfield cemetery.  Submitted by Nancy.  [Mansfield News Journal:  08 March 1933]
 

Burns, Michael E. -- husband of Anna Smith Burns, died this morning at 7:30 o'clock at the family home, 103 Daisy Street, after an illness of seven months.  For many years Mr. Burns was a leverman with the Pennsylvania railroad.    He was born in Ashland county, July 25, 1870 and came to Mansfield when a young man.  He was a member of the Security Benefit Association.    Besides his wife he is survived by four daughters, Mrs. Mary M. Kithcart, Mrs. Ruth D. Spree, Mrs. Katherine L. Dobre and Miss Margaret M. Burns,all of this city.   Two brothers, John Burns, of Ashland and William Burns, of Marion, also survive together with four grandchildren.  Funeral services will be held at the Finefrock Funeral Home Friday at 3:30 p. m.: with Rev. M. G. Nicola officiating.  Burial will be in Mansfield Cemetery.  Submitted by Linda and Shirley--typed by Dina--[Mansfield News--pg 3--March 8, 1933]

Burns, Mrs. Edward -- About eight weeks ago, Mrs. Edward Burns discovered a blister on her foot which caused great pain.  The foot got worse and Sunday afternoon she died at the home of her husband on Wood street.  The funeral will take place today at 2 p.m.  [Mansfield Herald:  02 January 1890, Vol. 49, No. 7]

Burns, Mrs. Edward -- Monday.  Mrs. Burns, wife of the Congregational missionary, Edward Burns, died yesterday about 1 o'clock at the home of her husband on Wood Street after a ten days illness with gangrene.  The deceased was born in Meriden, Conn., and moved here from that state last March with her husband and two daughters.  She was aged 43 years, six months and eleven days.  The funeral will take place at 2 p.m. tomorrow, Rev. J.W. Hubbell officiating.  --  [Richland Shield & Banner:  04 January 1890, Vol. LXXII, No. 33]

Burns, Mrs. George -- Saturday.  Mrs. George Burns, aged 40 years, died of la grippe at the home of her husband, four miles north of the city, at 9:15 this morning.  The funeral will take place from the house Monday morning at 10 o'clock.  [Richland Shield & Banner:  23 January 1892]

Burns, Mrs. W.S. -- The funeral of Mrs. W.S. Burns took place Sunday afternoon at 2:30 o'clock, from her residence on North East Diamond Street.  Rev. Albert D. Knapp officiated at the obsequies.  --  [Mansfield Herald:  09 July 1885, Vol. 35, No. 34]

Burns, N.E. -- N.E. Burns, an Erie freight brakeman was killed between 7 and 8 o'clock SAturday night near Madison switch, east of this city.  The exact manner of his death is not known, but it is evident that he must have fallen between the cars, as the lower half of his body was horribly mangled.  << three paragraphs omitted >>  The victim of the accident was between 30 and 32 years of age and had been railroading for about five years.  He was a married man.  [Semi-Weekly News:  14 December 1897, Vol. 13, No. 100]  *Copies of the entire article can be ordered from the Sherman Room of the Mansfield/Richland Co. Public Library.  See our LIBRARIES page for fees and address.

Burns, Rachel A. -- d. 7/1885, old age, 74y, 6m, 20d;  bur. Mansfield Cemetery  [Mansfield Herald:  07 January 1886]

Burns, Robert A. -- Former Mansfield Councilman Dies - Mansfield - Former four-term Mansfield Councilman Robert A. Burns, 64, of 1400 Frederick Court died Friday morning in Mansfield General Hospital following a brief illness.  His first term on council began in 1972, and he served four consecutive terms before losing in the 1979 mayoral primary. In 1981, he was elected to the 4th Ward post on council, he chaired the finance utilities committee. In 1983, he resigned his council seat to join the Ohio Bureau of Employment Services.  He spent his years on council fighting for what he called "people priorities." During his mayoral nid in 1979, he said, "We have to stop the arrogance that hits the people when they walk into city hall." He was a conservative and was self-described as "economically Progressive."  Born Dec. 26, 1921, in Mansfield, he had lived in the city all his life. The was a retired employee of the Mansfield Tire and Rubber Co.  A member of the First English Lutheran Church, he was a life member and past commander of American Legion Post 16 and past commander of AMVETS Post 26. He was also a member of 40&8, Voiture 20, Ohio State Soldiers Relief Commission; Charles Hoffman Lodge 767, F&AM; Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite Valley of Columbus; Mansfield Council 94, R&SM; Mansfield Commandery 21, Knights Templar, Mansfield Chapter 29, R.A.M.; Al Koran Temple; Mansfield Shrine; Baku Grotto; the Mansfield Tire 25 Year Club; the Mansfield Liederkranz; the Order of Owls; the Sons of Herman; and the Honorable Order of Kentucky Colonels. During World War II, he served in the U.S. Army Air Force.  Surviving are his wife, Dorothy Gump Burns; three sons, Gary "Mike", Jeff and Scott, all of Mansfield; four grandchildren; and a brother, Charles of Mansfield.  Funeral services will be held Monday at 1 p.m. in the Diamond Street Home of Wappner Funeral Directors by the Rev. Wray C. Smith of Holy Trinty Lutheran Church. Burial will be in Mansfield Cemetery. Calling hours at the funeral home will be Sunday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Military services will be conducted at the gravesite.  Memorial contributions may be made to the Ohio Veterans Soldiers and Sailors Home in Sandusky.  Submitted by Gary.  [Mansfield News Journal:  06 December 1986]

Burns, Sarah -- b. 3/1/1871 at Bloominggrove Twp. - consumption;  30y, 15d;  b. Bloominggrove Twp.;  white;  res. Bloominggrove Twp.  [Richland Co. Probate Court Record of Deaths]

Burns, Stella Brickner -- Mrs. Stella Brickner Burns, 83, of 336 Bowman St., wife of Earl O. Burns Sr., died Saturday morning in Mansfield General Hospital after a short illness.  Mrs. Burns was born April 7, 1894 in Mansfield and lived here all her life. She was a charter member of the First English Lutheran Church.  Surviving are three sons, Earl O. Jr. of Middle-Bellville Rd., Richard L. of Fairlawn Ave., and Harlan A. of Alta West Rd., a daughter, Mrs. Paul Geraldine Gurik of Sunset Blvd., eight grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.  Services will be held Tuesday at 1 p.m. in the Chapel of the First English Lutheran Church by the Rev. Dr. Jerry Schmalenberger. Burial will be in Mansfield Memorial Park. Friends may call at the Diamond Street Home of Wappner. Funeral Directors on Monday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m.  Submitted by Gary.  [Mansfield News Journal:  05 March 1978]

Burns, William S. -- bur. 2/1888 at Mansfield Cem., pneumonia;  31y  [Mansfield Herald:  31 January 1889]

Burns, William S. Jr. -- bur. 5/1888 at Mansfield Cem., consumption;  40y  [Mansfield Herald:  31 January 1889]

Burr, A.S. -- d. 4/1/1870 at Mansfield;  53y, 10m, 11d;  b. Mansfield;  boarding;  cause:  spasms;  res. Mansfield  [Richland Co. Probate Court Record of Deaths]

Burr, Antoinette Louise -- Died, in New York, at the residence of her brother-in-law E.H. Swinney, October 13th., Miss Antoinette Louise Burr, of consumption.  <<scripture omitted>> Miss Burr was well-known in this community, having been born in Mansfield, and for a number of years a teacher in our public schools.  [Ohio Liberal:  03 November 1881]

Burr, Mary A. -- bur. 6/12/1876 at Mansfield Cem.;  25y, 11m, 7d;  res. Mansfield  [Richland Shield & Banner:  13 January 1877]

Burress, Mrs. John -- Mrs. John Burress, who died at the residence of Mrs. Courtright on South Main street, will be buried today.  Rev. N.S. Albright, officiating.  [Mansfield Herald:  22 August 1889, Vol. 39, No. 40]

Burress, Mrs. John -- Friday.  Mrs. John Burress died very suddenly yesterday afternoon at Mrs. Courtright's home on South Main Street.  The funeral will take place tomorrow, Rev. N.S. Albright, officiating.  --  [Richland Shield & Banner:  24 August 1889, Vol. LXXII, No. 14]

Burris, John Elwell -- JOHN ELWELL BURRIS, son of Mr. & Mrs. Elmer Burris, passed away at the family home on South Water street on last Sunday evening at 6:55 o'clock, after a lingering illness. Aged 25 years, 3 months, and 26 days. Besides his parents, he is survived by one sister and two brothers: Mrs. George Heuss and Harry A. Burris, of Mansfield, and Ralph Burris at home. Funeral services were held at the First Baptist church, on Tuesday afternoon at 2 o'clock, conducted by the pastor, Rev. A. R. Woodworth. Interment was made in the Loudonville Cemetery.  [died July 29 1917]  Submitted by Donna.  [Loudonville newspaper:  02 August 1917]

Burson, Alexander -- Saturday.  Alexander Burson, aged 41 years, died at his residence on Western Avenue, at 9:45 this morning of congestion of the brain.  Mr. Burson was a native of Belmont County (OH) and has been a resident of this city about 13 years.  The deceased was married in 1874 to Miss Mary Bingner, who, with three children, survive him.  Mr. Burson was a member of the firm of Kemp, Burson & Co., furniture dealers, and will be missed from business circles.  Funeral announcement tomorrow.  [Richland Shield & Banner:  05 March 1892]

Burson, Roy -- Thursday.  Roy Burson, aged 18 years, died at the hospital in Cleveland at 10:30 last evening.  He was one of the well-known young men of this city.  The remains were brought to this city this afternoon.  Arrangements for the funeral have not been completed.  --  [Richland Shield & Banner:  23 June 1894, Vol. LXXVII, No. 6]

Burwell, A.A. -- Miss Anna Campbell received copies of newspapers this week from Hebron, Ind., containing accounts of the deaths of A.A. Burwell and wife.  Mr. Burwell was a cousin of the late J.L. Burwell and the late Mrs. Wm. Campbell, and his death occurred April 21st.  He was born in Richland County and was aged 83 years.  Mrs. Burwell was a sister of Paul Oliver and her death occurred May 6th.  She was born near Perrysville, 1829, and was united in marriage with Mr. Burwell in 1851.  After 58 years of wedded life their deaths occurred only fifteen days apart.  [Mansfield (OH) Daily Shield: 21 May 1909, p. 2 as reprinted from the Loudonville (OH) Democrat]

Burwell, Mrs. A.A. (nee Oliver) -- Miss Anna Campbell received copies of newspapers this week from Hebron, Ind., containing accounts of the deaths of A.A. Burwell and wife.  Mr. Burwell was a cousin of the late J.L. Burwell and the late Mrs. Wm. Campbell, and his death occurred April 21st.  He was born in Richland County and was aged 83 years.  Mrs. Burwell was a sister of Paul Oliver and her death occurred May 6th.  She was born near Perrysville, 1829, and was united in marriage with Mr. Burwell in 1851.  After 58 years of wedded life their deaths occurred only fifteen days apart.  [Mansfield (OH) Daily Shield: 21 May 1909, p. 2 as reprinted from the Loudonville (OH) Democrat]

Bush, Amelia

Bush, Edith -- Edith, the 9-year-old daughter of Louis and Nellie Bush, who live northwest of the city, died Monday at 1 o'clock p.m.  The funeral took place Tuesday afternoon at 3 o'clock.  [Semi-Weekly News:  06 July 1897, Vol. 13, No. 54]

Bush, Edith -- Amoy.  Edith, the oldest daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Lewis Bush, died Monday.  Her remains were interred in the Mansfield cemetery, Tuesday afternoon.  [Semi-Weekly News:  09 July 1897, Vol. 13, No. 55]

Bush, Edith -- Jackson Township.  Mr. & Mrs. Lewis Bush buried their 9-year-old daughter, Tuesday.  Her sickness was quite short.  The parents have the sympathy of their many friends in the sad hour.  [Semi-Weekly News: 16 July 1897, Vol. 13, No. 57]

Bush, Edith Byerly -- 51Y;  d. 2/17/1954 at home, Winslow, AZ;  b. 10/25/1902 at Mansfield;  Arizona resident 1944-1954;  w/o Ralph;  bur.  at Winslow, AZ  [MNJ 2/18/1954]

Bush, Edith Byerly

Bush, Field W. -- The remains of Field W. Bush arrived here this morning from Florida and were laid to rest this afternoon in the family lot in Oakwood Cemetery.  Mr. Bush died of angina pectoris, or disease of the heart, at Daytona, Fla., Feb. 23, 1896, and temporary burial was made at that place.  The body, accompanied by his son, Eugene, lately of Utah, came the long journey in a hermetically sealed metallic casket, which, of course, was not opened here.  The daughter, Mrs. Alfred, of Mt. Vernon, is also here.  Other relatives and friends in this community assisted in the obsequies.  The age of the deceased was about 63 years.  Bucyrus was his home till about 25 years ago when he removed to Mansfield and afterward to Florida.  His widow is the daughter of the late John Shull and wife.  [Semi-Weekly News:  12 January 1897, Vol. 13, No. 4 as reprinted from the Bucyrus Telegraph of 07 January 1897]

Bush, Frank W. -- Frank W. Bush died at Daytona, Fla., Feb. 25, 1896, aged about 64 years. Mr. Bush was born in Bucyrus, was a tinner by trade. He came to Mansfield in 1868, and established himself in business with George S. Harris, and afterward was the senior of the firm of Bush & Runyan, afterward Bush, Runyan & Tait. About 10 years ago he went to Daytona with William Helps and engaged in manufacturing ice. He was an active, enterprising business man, a good citizen and his death is universally regretted.  [RICHLAND SHIELD & BANNER: 29 February 1896, Vol. LXXVIII, No. 42]

Bush, Jeannetta -- d. 8/18/1872 at Madison Twp.;  single;  1y, 10m, 18d;  b. Washington Township;  single;  cause = cholera infantum;  res. Madison Township [Richland Co. Probate Court Record of Deaths]

Bush, Lillie -- Mrs. Lillie Bush died at the Toledo Asylum and was brought to this city, Thursday night.  Funeral from her late residence, three miles northeast of this city, Saturday at 10 a.m.  --  [Semi-Weekly News (Mansfield): 15 February 1898, Vol. 14, No. 13]

Bushey, Abraham -- d. 10/14/1870 at Shelby, no cause of death listed;  79y;  b. at Pennsylvania;  res. Sharon Twp. [Richland Co. Probate Court Record of Deaths]

Bushey, Abraham -- Abraham Bushey, of Shelby, Dies the Day After Anniversary -- The venerable Abraham Bushey, father-in-law of Councilman Henry Wentz, was to have celebrated his 85th birthday Sunday at the home of Mr. Wentz on East Main street, but Saturday night he was taken ill and the celebration of the anniversary was postponed. Mr. Bushey had arranged with his daughter, Mrs. Henry Wentz, to give an elaborate dinner to a dozen of his friends Sunday, but Saturday night he fell down in his room in some manner and disturbed the family so that they went to his room ad found him lying on the floor with his leg badly sprained. Since the accident he has been under the doctor’s care constantly and his nerves are completely unstrung. His mind wanders at times and he declares that he was walking near Ganges when he fell over a log and sprained his leg. His condition is very unfavorable and it was thought advisable to wire his daughter, Mrs. Jennie Finacle, of Lima, who has arrived and will remain in Shelby until her father’s condition is improved. This is the first sickness Abraham Bushey has had for some time but he has been growing weaker gradually and this has been noticeable by his friends.  Later – Since the above was written, Abraham Bushey died. Death occurred this morning at 5:20 o’clock. Shortly after dinner yesterday Mrs. Finacle, of Lima, a daughter of Mr. Bushey, arrived and he seemed to rally long enough to talk to her. He asked her how the children were and talked over a number of matters with her. Directly after this conversation he became unconscious and remained in that condition until his death this morning. He was born Feb. 14, 1819, and was the son of Andrew and Mary Bushey. His parents were of German descent and first settled in Cumberland County, Pennsylvania.   They removed to a farm near Shelby. The marriage of Abraham Bushey took place in 1840 to Miss Barbara Fireoved. Two daughters were born of this union, Sarah A., who married Henry Wentz and Mary J., who married Willard Finacle. This latter resides at Lima. Mr. Bushey has been retired from active business life for a number of years and has made his home with his daughter, Mrs. Wentz. For a number of years he was engaged by the Big Four railroad as a bridge builder and has followed the occupation of a farmer, builder and contractor. He served on a number of public boards with great efficiency and was a member of the board of health for 30 years. He was a member of the First Lutheran church and the funeral will be held from that church Thursday at 1 o’clock, conducted by the Rev. Mr. Baltzly, of Mansfield, in the absence of the Rev. A.B. Shrader, who was called to Mt. Carroll, Ill., on account of the serious illness of his mother. Honorary pall bearers will be selected from among the associates of the deceased. The interment will occur in the Oakland cemetery. The remains will be places in the vault for the present, however, and the interment made later.  Submitted by Laurie M. (no relation) [Mansfield News:  17 February 1904,  p.7 reprinted from the Shelby Globe]

Bushey, Abraham Sr. -- DIED -- On Wednesday morning, October 19th., 1870, at the residence of his son A.J. Bushey in Shelby, Mr. ABRAHAM BUSHEY, Sr., aged 79 years, 1 month and 28 days. Mr. Bushey was born near Carlisle, Pa., and removed to Jackson Township, near Shelby, many years ago. He at one time served as Justice of the Peace in that township. He was very reserved, especially so of late years, scarcely ever conversing with any but his chosen counselors in regard to his business affairs. Having secured a competency, he removed to Shelby, and let out his means. He scarcely ever forced collections, and permitted his money to become scattered, which gave rise to fabulous reports of his wealth, most of which were untrue. He died as he had lived, saying but very little to any of his friends; patiently bearing his sufferings, and wishing to depart. He did not even dispose of his property, remarking to a friend whom he had called to counsel, that "the law made a very good will". Thus has passed away another of our old citizens. One by one they drop from our sight. Funeral services were held at the Lutheran Church, on Thursday afternoon, and his remains taken to the Cemetery at Sheriff's Church for interment. [SHELBY INDEPENDENT NEWS: 27 October 1870, Vol. 2, No. 52]

Bushey, Andrew -- JACKSON TWP. -- Andrew Bushey, of Cass Twp., died very suddenly Friday evening.  While milking a cow he dropped over dead.  Funeral Sunday afternoon at St. Peter's church, London.  Large attended.  [Mansfield News:  05 September 1901, Vol. 17, No. 158]

Bushey, Anna Mary -- Died, On Friday, May 27th., 1870, Mrs. ANNA MARY BUSHEY, wife of Abraham Bushey, Sr., of Shelby, Ohio, aged 69 years, 1 month and 2 days.  Funeral services were held on Sabbath, at the Lutheran Church, and afterwards the burial took place at Sheriff's Church, attended by a large number of relatives  and friends.  [Shelby Independent News:  02 June 1870, Vol. 2, No. 31]

Bushey, David -- Thursday.  David Bushey, one of the old and most widely known citizens of Franklin Township, died last Friday.  His death was caused by cancer.  Mr. Bushey was a life-long Democrat and a man of influence in politics and in the community generally.  Many years ago he was a resident of this city.  --  [Richland Shield & Banner:  27 October 1894, Vol. LXXVII, No. 24]

Bushey, Mary E. -- Tuesday.  Mrs. Mary E. Bushey, of Drury Lane, died at 3 o'clock this morning, from an attack of typhoid fever.  Mrs. Bushey was 46 years of age.  She leaves seven children.  Her husband died about five years ago.  The funeral will be held at 2 o'clock tomorrow afternoon from her late home.  Rev. R.H. Edmonds will officiate.  --  [Richland Shield & Banner:  13 October 1894, Vol. LXXVII, No. 22]

Bushey, Mrs. Abe -- Shelby.  Mrs. Abe Bushey died Saturday aged 76 years, and was buried Monday.  [Semi-Weekly News:  02 April 1897, Vol. 13, No. 27]

Bushey, Mrs. Jacob -- Friday.  Mrs. Jacob Bushey, aged 60 years, of London, near Shelby, died of lung fever this morning.  The funeral will be held Sunday, at 10 o'clock, Rev. Baker officiating.  -- [Richland Shield & Banner: 21 February 1891, Vol. LXXIII, No. 40]

Bushey, Polly -- d. 5/23/1870 at Shelby, paralysis;  69y, 1m, 8d;  b. at Pennsylvania;  res. Sharon Twp. [Richland Co. Probate Court Record of Deaths]

Bushfield, Eliza J. -- Tuesday.  'Squire J.R. Richardson received a telegram today announcing the death of his only sister, Mrs. Eliza J. Bushfield, at Pittsburg, Pa., yesterday.  Mr. Richardson leaves for Pittsburg tonight to attend the funeral tomorrow.  --  [Richland Shield & Banner:  20 April 1895, Vol. LXXVII, No. 49]

Bushnell, Barbara -- Funeral services for Mrs. Barbara Bushnell, 25, of 1278 Bobbie Dr., wife of Bruce Bushnell who died Tuesday evening at General Hospital, following a two month illness, will be held at the Wappner Funeral Home Monday in charge of the Rev. Harold L. Konz, The funeral services were delayed to permit relatives to come here from California.  Burial will be in the Mansfield Memorial Park.  Surviving, besides her husband, are three children, Bruce Scott, Lorie June and Randy Martin, all at home; her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Ezriah Scott of 306 Walker Ave., and two sisters, Mrs. James Ryan of 307 Greenlee Rd. and Miss Nancy Scott at home. Submitted by Mike. [Mansfield News Journal: 10 September 1960]

Bushnell, Carolyn -- Mansfield. Mrs. Carolyn (McFarland) Bushnell, 83, of 778 Millsboro Rd., died at Mansfield General Hospital Tuesday evening after a brief illness. Mrs. Bushnell was born in Mansfield February 5, 1897, living in this area all of her life. She was a graduate of Mansfield Senior High School and attended Lake Erie College. Mrs. Bushnell retired in 1963 as a housemother for the Sigma Chi Sorority at Ohio State University. Mrs. Bushnell was a member of the First Congregational Church. Surviving are two daughters, Mrs. Eugenie B. Osborn, with whom she made her home, and Mrs. Catharine B. Dye of Winchester, Ind.; six grandchildren and on great-grandchild. Private burial services will be conducted in Mansfield Cemetery Saturday morning by the Rev. Clifford Schutjer, pastor of the First Congregational Church. Friends may call at the Finefrock Funeral Home Friday from 7 to 9 p.m. The family requests that memorial contributions be made to the American Lung Association. Submitted by Linda & Shirley. Typed by Susie Denu. [Mansfield News Journal: 11 December 1980]

Bushnell, Elverda -- The body of Miss Elverda Bushnell, daughter of Mr. & Mrs. M.B. Bushnell, has been found after many days.  During the past 48 hours Mr. Bushnell has been in receipt of cable messages from his son, Dr. William S. Bushnell and also dispatches from Dr. Albert Shunk, of New York, which were preparatory in a measure to the one received by Mr. Bushnell at 7:30 o'clock this morning.  The cable explains itself and reads as follows:  "Lizard, Nov. 4 -- Elverda been identified.  Will take time to arrange matters.  Start for home next week.  May not get her to Southampton for several days."  --  [Mansfield Semi-Weekly News:  08 November 1898, Vol. 14, No. 92]

Bushnell, Elverda -- M.B. Bushnell is in receipt of a cablegram from his son, Dr. William Bushnell, dated at Southampton, England, in which he says that he will sail for home on the "City of Paris" of the American line, Saturday, Nov. 12, bringing with him the body of his sister, Miss Elverda Bushnell.  The "City of Paris" is due to arrive in New York, Nov. 19, and Dr. Bushnell will bring the body direct from New York home.  --  [Mansfield Semi-Weekly News:  11 November 1898, Vol. 14, No. 93]

Bushnell, Irene -- Miss Irene Bushnell, daughter of Mr. & Mrs. M.B. Bushnell, died at the residence of her parents, corner of Park avenue east and Sugar street at 3:50 Friday afternoon.  Miss Bushnell took sick from the prevailing disease, influenza, and last Monday took to bleeding at the nose.  The attending physicians were unable to stop the hemorrhage till it had lasted for three or four hours and her condition was therefore rendered much worse by weakness.  Miss Bushnell was just entering womanhood and she was highly respected.  She was finely educated and possessed an admirable disposition.    The funeral took place at 2:00 Monday afternoon, from the residence.  Rev. J.W. Hubbell officiated.  [Mansfield Herald:  23 January 1890, Vol. 49, No. 10]

Bushnell, Irene -- Too late for yesterday's edition came the announcement of the death of Miss Irene Bushnell, daughter of Mr. & Mrs. M.B. Bushnell, which occurred at 3:50 o'clock p.m., Jan. 17.  About a week ago she contracted the prevailing malady, la grippe, and her death is perhaps the only one that has yet occurred in this city resulting directly from that disease.  The disease settled in the brain and had much the same effect as brain fever.  The past four days she was delirious and so violent was the attack that recovery was doubtful from the first.  Miss Bushnell was born Feb. 23, 1866,  and was one of Mansfield's highly accomplished young ladies, was ever welcome in social circles and an earnest worker in the church, she being a member of the Congregational denomination.  She was a graduate of the high school of this city, class of '85, and her essay on "The Poetry of Life" read at the commencement exercises that year was one of the best productions of its kind ever written by any of the many young ladies who have graduated from the Mansfield schools.  The funeral will occur at 2 o'clock p.m. Monday, Jan. 20, from the residence, 5 Park Avenue East, to be conducted by the Rev. J.W. Hubbell.  --  [Mansfield Evening News:  18 January 1890, Vol. 5, No. 270]  ** An extensive account of Miss Bushnell's funeral can be found in the 20 January 1890 edition of the Mansfield Evening News. -- AEA.

Bushnell, Jotham -- Drowned -- On the 27th. of June last, in the Connemaugh River, Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania, Mr. Jotham Bushnell, aged 23 years -- son of Sterling G. Bushnell, Esq. of this county.  [Mansfield Gazette & Richland Farmer:  22 July 1829]

Bushnell, Mary -- Mary, infant daughter of Elverd and Martin B. Bushnell, Jan. 6th., 1868, aged 4 months and 25 days.  <<poetry omitted>>  [Richland Shield & Banner:  08 January 1868, Vol. XXVII, No. 33]

Bushnell, Mary -- d. 1/4/1868 at Mansfield;  5m;  b. Mansfield;  white;  cause: inflammation of brain;  res. Mansfield  [Richland Co. Probate Court Record of Deaths]

Bushnell, Phebe E. -- bur. 3/9/1875 at Mansfield Cem.;  31y;  res. Mansfield  [Richland Shield & Banner:  15 January 1876]

Bushnell, Phebe E. -- Miss Phebe E. Bushnell, only daughter of Dr. Wm. Bushnell, of this city, a young lady of fine accomplishments, died on Tuesday evening last.  She had been in ill-health a number of years, though able, most of the time to attend to the domestic duties of her father's house.  She took an unusually long sleep on Sabbath last;  but arose at noon and partook of dinner which she relished.  On Monday she was confined to her bed, and on Tuesday morning the indications were that life was ebbing away, which her father and other friends were apprehensive of, but she seemed to slumber peacefully and quietly until evening, when without a struggle, or the move of a muscle of her marble-like features, her spirit left its earthly tenement for a blessed immortality.  So imperceptibly was it that no one in the room knew the precise moment she ceased to breathe.  Calm and resigned in life under he afflictions, she passed away silently as the falling of an autumn leaf.  The funeral services were conducted by Rev. Mr. Fairfield, of whose church we believe she was a member, and her remains attended to the cemetery on Thursday by a large number of friends as well as relatives.  [Richland Shield & Banner:  13 March 1875]

Bushnell, William -- Dr. William Bushnell is dead.  He breathed his last at five minutes of 6 o'clock this morning, at the age of ninety-three years, two months and twenty-three days.  His death occurred at his residence on Park Avenue East.  As announced heretofore, the doctor was taken suddenly and seriously ill with pneumonia last Saturday.  Since that time he grew gradually weaker until death came at the hour above mentioned.  The death of so eminent and worthy a citizen as Dr. Bushnell calls for more than ordinary mention and a brief history of this pioneer and patriarch of our city follows:  The deceased was born near Hartford, Conn., September 20, 1800.  The family from which Dr. Bushnell descends dates back, in America, to early in the seventeenth century.  Early in that century Francis Bushnell came to America from England and settled at Guilford, Hartford County, Conn.  The first authentic date in possession of the family is the date of his death in 1646.  Five sons survived him -- Francis, William, John, Richard and Isaac.  The second son, William, after marrying, settled in Connecticut and, at his death left four children, the second of whom, Ephraim, also lived in Connecticut.  He raised a family of seven children.  His third child, James, was born March 12, 1716, and in 1736 was married to a Miss Dudley.  James was a seafaring man and soon after his marriage went to sea on one of his regular voyages and was never afterward heard from.  It is supposed his vessel was lost and he with all the crew perished.  After his departure to sea, his only son, Alexander, was born on June 2, 1737.  Feb. 12, 1761 he married Chloe Waite, a member of the Waite family of Lyme, Conn.  Chief Justice Waite is a descendant of the same family.  This Mrs. Bushnell, nee Miss Waite, was born June 20, 1798, and lived to be 94 years old, dying Oct. 28, 1832.  Eleven children were born to them, the sixth, Sterling G., who was born in Hartford County, Conn., in 1781, was the father of Dr. Bushnell.  Mr. Sterling Bushnell came to Trumbull County, Ohio in 1805, and to Vermillion Township, Ashland County, May 20, 1820.  His family then consisted of eleven children -- Betsey, Lury, William, Collins, Sedelia, Jotham, Huldah, Rosella, Homer, Olive and Thomas.  Mr. Bushnell lived until August, 1847, dying at the age of 76.  His wife lived until several years after.  Mr. Bushnell was a surveyor, and surveyed parts of the Reserve in the counties of Ashtabula, Medina and Lorain, and a great part of the land in Trumbull County.  William remained at home in Vermillion Township teaching school about a year, assisting in operating the farm and studying medicine.  He then went to Trumbull County to pursue his studies and in 1825 entered the old Ohio Medical College at Cincinnati, where he remained about a year.  He then went to New Orleans and settled at Point Coupee, where he practiced about a year while he taught in an academy.  He returned and located in Mansfield in July, 1828, and has ever since made this city his home, and engaged in the practice of medicine.  When Dr. Bushnell was a boy he took a small part in the war of 1812.  Like all boys of the day he was glowing with patriotism and was quite ambitious of military life and enjoyed at least one adventure.  After Hull's cowardly and disgraceful surrender at Detroit the 3d brigade of the 4th. division of the Ohio Militia, on its way in the frontier, halted and took dinner at the residence of his father, who was Adjutant of that body.  William, believing he was old enough to go with the troops, pleaded his cause so earnestly that he was allowed to accompany the regiment and he marched with it to the vicinity of Cleveland, where the troops were encamped.  A battle being imminent with the Indians, his father told him he must go back home.  He obeyed very reluctantly, as he desired to take a hand in the fighting.  He retraced his steps alone through the dense wilderness, guided only by the trail left by the regiment.  April 5, 1836, Dr. Bushnell was united in holy wedlock with Mary, the only daughter of Gen. Robert Bentley, a prominent resident of this county.  Of their children only one is living, Martin B., of this city, who for many years was in the employ of the Pennsylvania Company as freight agent at this point.  During his long and successful career as a physician Dr. Bushnell also devoted himself to public business, and held several positions of responsibility.  Many of the important improvements in the northern portion of the state were either projected by him or owe their existence to his energy and influence.  He was one of the directors of the Atlantic & Great Western Railway during its construction and for some years after its completion.  Dr. Bushnell has always been an earnest and sterling advocate of the principles of Democracy.  In 1849 he was elected a member of the Ohio House of Representatives and was subsequently re-elected and attracted much attention in that body by his executive ability.  He was one of the oldest subscribers and best friends of the SHIELD.   The doctor was frequently honored by the members of his profession.  After the establishment of the Cleveland Medical College he was connected with it as a censor for about fifteen years.  He was also a member of the American Medical Association and also of the Ohio Medical Association, and as a physician and surgeon ranked with the most eminent in the state.  Possessed of a remarkably vigorous constitution, he has been enabled to perform an unusual amount of work.  In the early days of his practice, with almost impassable roads to travel long distances, it required the constant exercise of these physical powers.  The deceased's interest in prison reform was well known throughout the country and in June, 1878, he was appointed by Governor Bishop as the delegate of Ohio to the International Congress on Prison Reform, called by and under the auspices of Sweden, held in Stockholm on the 29th. of June of that year.  The doctor took passage on the Inman line steamer City of Chester to attend to the duties of his delegation and at the same time enjoy a European tour.  Since his return he lived quietly in this city enjoying the fruits of a long and busy life.  The death of Dr. Bushnell's beloved wife and helpmate occurred February 11, 1848, and but four of his brothers and sisters are now living:  Thomas, who resides near Hayesville;  Mrs. Roselia Sloan, who lives four miles south of this city;  Mrs. Lucy Tanner, residing in Wayne County;  and Mrs. Hulda Connell, of South English, Iowa.  In 1876, after visiting the Centennial at Philadelphia, Dr. Bushnell, accompanied by his son and daughter-in-law, Martin Bushnell and wife, paid a visit to his old home in Connecticut.  The old homestead was in a remarkable state of preservation, remaining almost exactly as the doctor had left it over 70 years before.  The doctor was much affected by the memories recalled by his boyhood home and he remained a day wandering over the place and visiting the scenes of his early youth.  The property had changed hands but once since it was sold by his father.  Before they started on their return to their home in Ohio, the aged couple who then resided in the old house served them with tea in the room in which Dr. Bushnell was born.  Dr. Bushnell was the oldest Knight Templar in the city.  He joined Clinton Commandery, No. 5, K.T., at Mt. Vernon at an early day and was transferred March 6, 1878, to Crestline Commandery, No. 21, and came with that Commandery when it was removed to Mansfield in 1878.  Dr. Bushnell was possessed of an exceedingly dignified appearance and commanded the respect of the community in which he had lived so long and the constituents he had so faithfully served during his several terms in the Legislature and on his foreign mission.  Rising as he did by his own pluck and energy from a poor boy to a man of wide renown and wealth was something of which he was deservedly proud.  His school education was slight and irregular.  While pursuing his study of medicine in the office of Dr. J.C. Wilcox, at Hartford, Trumbull County, he defrayed his expenses by teaching school.  When he started to college in Cincinnati he walked the entire distance from his home in Ashland County, and graduated in 1827.  He was so successful as a practitioner in his chosen profession that he was often called in consultation in distant parts of the state.  The funeral services will be held Saturday afternoon at the residence of Martin B. Bushnell on Park Avenue East, at 2:30 o'clock.  The sermon will be delivered by Rev. J.W. Hubbell, D.D. and the services be in charge of Mansfield Commandery, No. 21, K.T.  --  [Richland Shield & Banner:  16 December 1893, Vol. LXXVI, No. 30]

Bushong -- ** A long article about the murder of Mrs. Martin Bushong, and attempted murder of the other family members, can be found in the 28 September 1897 edition of the (Mansfield) Semi-Weekly News.  (Vol. 13, No. 78)

Bushy, J.T. (Judge) -- Judge J.T. Bushy, father of J.W. Bushy, died Tuesday night at Lancaster at the age of 81 years.  The funeral will be held Friday afternoon.  [Mansfield Daily Shield:  15 October 1908]

Butdorf, ---- -- Shelby.  The 10-year-old son of John Butdorf died last Tuesday morning of enlargement of the liver and spleen.  Funeral was held from the U.B. church, Wednesday afternoon at 4 o'clock, conducted by the Rev. E.M. Counsellor.  Interment at Oakland.  --  [Mansfield Semi-Weekly News:  12 August 1898, Vol. 14, No. 67]

Butdorf, Kate -- Lucas.  Mrs. Kate Butdorf, wife of John W. Butdorf, died Wednesday morning after a lingering illness of several months.  Funeral on Friday at 10 o'clock a.m.  --  [Mansfield Evening News:  23 January 1890, Vol. 5, No. 274]

Butdorf, Mrs. John -- Lucas.  Mrs. Jno. Butdorf died on Wednesday morning, at about 3 o'clock, aged 35 years.  She leaves a husband and four children.  Mrs. Butdorf has been sick for about four months.  --  [Richland Shield & Banner:  25 January 1890, Vol. LXXII, No. 36]

Butdorf, Mrs. John -- Lucas.  Mrs. John Butdorf was buried on Friday of last week in the I.O.O.F. cemetery.  --  [Richland Shield & Banner:  01 February 1890, Vol. LXXII, No. 37]

Butdorf, Pearl Margaret -- Pearl Margaret Butdorf, infant daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Pearl Butdorf, 114 South Hedges Street, died Saturday morning.  The remains were placed in the city vault and will be taken to Ashland (OH) for burial later.  [Mansfield News Journal:  02 March 1912]

Butler, E.L. -- LEXINGTON.  The remains of E.L. Butler, who died Saturday morning at his home in Mansfield, were brought to the Lexington cemetery for interment on Tuesday afternoon.  Services were held at the home at 2:00, conducted by his pastor, Rev. C.W. Swartz, of the First Christian church.  [Richland County Leader:  25 February 1921, Vol. 2, No. 11]

Butler, Elizabeth (Crosby) -- 72Y;  d. 7/7/1955 at Crestline Emerg. Hosp.;  b. 7/17/1882 at Chatham, Ontario, Canada;  w/o William  [MNJ 7/8/1955]

Butler, Elizabeth (Straub) -- Thursday -- Mrs. Elizabeth Butler died yesterday at her home in Shelby aged 74 years. Mrs. Butler is a pioneer resident of this county, having come here from Lancaster, Pa. with her father when quite young. She was the daughter of George Straub and had two brothers, George Straub of Tiro and Abraham Straub of Shelby. The funeral takes place from her late residence at Shelby at 10 a.m. tomorrow, and will be conducted under the auspices of the Christian church. -- [RICHLAND SHIELD & BANNER: 21 December 1895, Vol. LXXVIII, No. 32]

Butler, "Granny" -- Independence.  Granny Butler, mother of Mrs. John Trees, died at the latter's home on Saturday in her 98th. year, and was buried at Bunker Hill on Monday.  --  [Bellville Star:  17 June 1886, Vol. 9, No. 38] 

Butler, Mrs. -- Mrs. Butler, mother of Mrs. John Calhoun, died at her home, one mile east on the Lucas Road, at 4 o'clock this morning.  Funeral Monday, conducted by Rev. H.L. Wiles, D.D.  --  [Richland Shield & Banner:  18 November 1893, Vol. LXXVI, No. 26]

Butler, Robert Fitzgerald

Buttery, Mrs. John  -- Word was received here this morning announcing the death of Mrs. John Buttery, at Plattsmouth, Neb., February 26th., in the 90th. year of her age.  The deceased was perfectly well up to within a few hours of her death.  Mrs. Buttery once owned and lived in the house now occupied by Geo. C. Wise on East Fourth Street and will be remembered by all the old citizens.  --  [Richland Shield & Banner:  09 March 1889, Vol. LXXI, No. 42]

Butts, Anna (Brown) -- Mrs. Anna Butts, 76, of 594 Cherry St., died Friday in Mansfield General Hospital. She was born July 10, 1894, in Alabama. She have lived in Mansfield for 40 years. Surviving is a sister, Mrs. Frances Farrow of Clearwater, Fla. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at the William M. Jones Funeral Home, with the Rev. J. L. Outlaw officiating. Burial will be in the Mansfield Cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home from 4 to 8 p.m. Submitted Linda & Shirley. Typed by Jess Henry. [Mansfield New Journal: 7 November 1970, p.12]

Butts, Jeanette—Mansfield. Jeanette “Jeannie” Butts, 46, of 1525 Willow Park Drive died Thursday morning in Mansfield General Hospital after a brief illness.  Ms. Butts was born July 10, 1935, in Mansfield and spent her life here. She was employed by Newhope Industries. She was a member of the Shiloh Baptist Church.  She is survived by three sisters, Mrs. Geneve Collins, Mrs. Betty Merrit and Mrs. Rita Thompson, all of Mansfield; three brothers, Aaron Butts and Leon Butts, both of Mansfield, and Robert Butts of Hunting on [sic], Pa.  Services will be held Monday at 1 p.m. at the Shiloh Baptist Church with the Rev. William Morris officiating. Burial will be in Mansfield Memorial Park Cemetery. Friends may call Sunday after 2 p.m. at the Gary-William Funeral Home, where the family will receive friends from 7 to 9 p.m.  Submitted by Linda & Shirley.  [Mansfield News Journal, Friday, 31 July 1981]

Butts, Thomas William -- Thomas William Butts, 64, of 66 Clare Rd., Ontario, died in the emergency room at General Hospital at 11:45 Friday morning, less than two hours after suffering a cerebral hemorrhage while driving his car on Nail Rd. The victim’s care went into a ditch across from the entrance to the land - fill where it was discovered by a passing motorist who summoned an ambulance and sheriff’s deputies. Born in Delaware, he was a resident of Mansfield for 52 years and formerly operated the Antom Motel at 1890 West Fourth Street Rd. He was a member of St. Matthew’s Lutheran Church, Mansfield Lodge 35, F an Am, and the Masonic Bowling League. Surviving are his wife, Mrs. Anna Brown Butts; two sons, Donald E. Butts, 578 Arlington Ave., and Richard D. Butts of Springfield; five grandchildren; his mother, Mrs. Henrietta Sherman, 147 Bartley Ave., and a sister, Mrs. C. P. Robnolte of Ashland. Funeral services will be conducted at the J. H. Finefrock and Sons Funeral Home Monday at 11 a.m. by the Rev. Clyde A. McGee, pastor of the St. Matthew’s Church. Burial will be in Mansfield Cemetery. Friends may call after 1 p.m. Sunday at the Funeral home where Mansfield Lodge will conduct Masonic rites at 8 p.m. Sunday. Submitted by Linda & Shirley. Typed by Jess Henry. [Mansfield News Journal: 30 April 1966, p.8]

Butz, Carrie Moore -- Died 5/14/1956 at Miami, FL;  bur:  Mansfield Cemetery;  b:  10/6/1903 at Mansfield, Ohio  [MNJ 6/27/1957]

Butz, Mina -- bur. 9/17/1877 at Mansfield Cem., child birth;  38y  [Ohio Liberal:  03 October 1877]

Butz, Wilhelm -- bur.  9/30/1877 at Mansfield Cem., spasms;  23d  [Ohio Liberal:  03 October 1877]

Buzzard, M.M. -- DIED -- In Mansfield, Dec. 5th., Mr. M.M. Buzzard, aged 84 years. The funeral took place from his late residence, West Second Street, on last Sunday afternoon. -- [THE MANSFIELD HERALD: 11 December 1884, Vol. 35, No. 4]

Buzzard, Thomas S. -- 50Y;  d. 9/12/1955 at Gen. Hosp., Mansfield;  b. 1/3/1905 at Moundsville, WV;  h/o Helen L.;  bur. Mansfield Memorial Park [MNJ 9/13/1955]

Byerly, John -- Bellville.  John Byerly, who resides two miles east of town, died very suddenly Thursday morning from heart failure.  He had been in good health and had husked corn on the preceding day.  Mr. Byerly served in the late war and was well liked by all who knew him.  The funeral was held from the home Saturday forenoon at 10 o'clock.  A number of G.A.R. members attended the funeral in a body.  [Semi-Weekly News:  23 November 1897, Vol. 13, No. 94]

Byerly, Mrs. George -- Mrs George Byerly / Bierly died at the home of her husband, a short distance south of Little Washington, in Washington Twp. about 1:30 o'clock Monday morning. The deceased was about 72 years of age and death was due to old age. The deceased leaves a partially invalid, and two grown-up children. The funeral took place Wednesday at 10 A.M. conducted by Rev. Radsbaugh. The funeral sermon preached in the Four Corners Church and the interment was made in the cemetery.  Submitted by Carrol Ann.  [Bellville Messenger:  19 February 1903]

Byers, ----  -- Lexington.  Two burials took place in our cemetery on last Sunday -- Grandmother Myers and an infant of Hiram Byers.  --  [Bellville Star:  24 May 1888, Vol. 11, No. 35]

Byers, Flora -- Woodville.  Died, of spasms, at Cincinnati, April 27th., Miss Flora Byers, aged 14 years.  Her remains were bought to Mansfield for interment.  Funeral on the 28th. from her father's home, Rev. Sumrell officiating.  Sweetly may she rest.  -- [Richland Shield & Banner:  16 May 1891, Vol. LXXIII, No. 52]

Byers, Lennie K. (McLaughlin) -- (daughter of Mary ADAMS ROSS)   Mrs. Lennie K. McLAUGHLIN BYERS, 86, former Vennum Ave resident, widow of James BYERS, died in the Overlook Nursing Home Thursday morning following a long illness. Mrs. BYERS was born in Mansfield 18 June 1891 and lived here all her life. She was a former employee of the Ohio Brass Co, retiring 20 years ago. Surviving are two brothers, Harry E ROSS of 244 Elmwood Dr and William S ROSS of Perrysville, and one sister, Mrs. Rhea BAUER of Hillcrest Nursing Home. Graveside services will be conducted in Mansfield Memorial Park Saturday at 9:30 am by Dr William Newman, pastor of the First Christian Church, Finefrock Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Submitted by Margaret.  [unknown paper, from a cousin in Mansfield, died 20 April 1978]

Byrd, Fred Victor -- Fred Victor Byrd, another member of Company M, Eighth volunteer infantry, has succumbed from the effects of the Cuban campaign, making the fifth man in the company to die.  Fred Byrd breathed his last at the home of his parents, west of the city at 4 o'clock Friday afternoon.  Private Byrd was born Feb. 16, 1875.  He joined Company M in 1893 and his five year term of service was finished in June.  He left with his company when it went to the front.  Byrd enjoyed comparatively good health until just before the departure of the troops from Cuba, for the return to the United States, when he was attacked with fever accompanied by dysentery.  The young man's sickness became worse aboard the transport Mohawk.  When he reached New York Byrd was immediately taken to the hospital.  He was brought home to Mansfield from Montauk Point by Mrs. Wolff.  Since Byrd's arrival home he has been gradually growing worse, although at times he seemed to rally and hopes were entertained for his ultimate recovery.  The young man has a large number of friends for he was possessed of an upright character.  The funeral will take place at 3 p.m. Sunday from Grace Episcopal church.  --  [Mansfield Semi-Weekly News:  20 September 1898, Vol. 14, No. 78]

Byrd, George K. -- d. 9/7/1955 at St. Luke's Hosp., Cleveland, Oh.;  former Mansfield resident;  founder of Byrd Plumbing Supply Co., Cleveland;  bro/o J.W. Byrd (d. 1951);  h/o Caroline  [MNJ 9/8/1955]

Byrd, Lillian B. -- Lillian B. Byrd, 77, of 1170 Hazelwood Dr., died Tuesday, November 16, 1999, in MedCentral/Mansfield Hospital.  A loving wife and mother, she went to be with her Lord following complications of a heart attack.  She was born July 5, 1922 in Bakersville, N. C., to Alonzo and Frances Slagle Gouge, moved to Mansfield in 1950, and attended Mansfield Business College.  Mrs. Byrd was a homemaker, who also worked as a tire splicer for 25 years with the former Mansfield Tire and Rubber Company.  Lillian was devoted to her family, had a heart for the needy, and was active in the Mansfield area in helping those less fortunate.  She was a member of Hanley Road Baptist Church and the Women's Missionary Unit of the church.  She is survived by her husband, Dallas C. Byrd, who she married April 19, 1949; four daughters and sons-in-law Barbara J. and Bob Shipley of Dandridge Tennessee, Linda N. and Stephen Hunter of Clemons, N.C., JoAnn and Les Shook of Crestline, and Janice and Gary Schnitzer of Galion; 12 grandchildren; 22 great grandchildren; two sisters, Gladys Reagan of Zellwood, Florida and Frances Black of Athens, Tennessee; and nieces and nephews including Georgia Sue Phillips of Winston-Salem, N.C.  In addition to her parents, several brothers and sisters preceded her in death.  Friends may call at the Lexington Avenue Snyder Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held in Hanley Road Baptist Church with the Revs. John H. Burghard and Ermon French officiating. Burial will follow in Mansfield Cemetery. Submitted by Mike. [Mansfield News Journal: 17 November 1999]

Byron, Ruby Hardin -- d. 4/23/1958 at Mansfield; 57Y; born at Morehead, KY, 8/5/1910; w/o Nelson; Burial at Morehead, KY.  [MNJ 4/24/1958]



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