Child 2 Ross1

M, b. circa April 17, 1884, d. May 1, 1884
FatherDr. Bethel W. Ross1 b. c 22 Sep 1852, d. 12 Aug 1884
MotherMary E. Harmon1 b. 14 Mar 1858, d. 14 Aug 1915
Last EditedMay 26, 2020
     Child 2 Ross was born circa April 17, 1884.1,2 He died on May 1, 1884.1,2 He was buried after May 1, 1884 at Prairie Home Cemetery, Graham, Holt County, MO, USA.3

Citations

  1. [S6075] The Holt County Sentinel, August 20, 1915, Pg. 2, Printed in the Friday, August 20, 1915 edition of The Holt County Sentinel on page 2. "Obituary - Mary E. Harmon was born, March 14, 1858 in Brown County Kansas. Died August 14, 1915 at her home in Hiawatha, Kansas. In her infancy, her parents, Jacob and Matilda Harmon, moved to Forest City, Mo. When about 15 years of age, she moved with them to a farm, near Maitland, Mo., where at the age of 22 years she was united in marriage to Dr. Bethel Ross. To this union two children were born, both of whom died in infancy. Death robbed her of her husband and both children in the summer of 1881. Three years later she was married to Marlon Copeland In Sumner County Kansas. To this union two sons were born, William O. and Arvie C., both of whom, together with the husband and aged mother survive her. The remains were taken to Maitland, Monday evening, and the following Tuesday the funeral services were conducted from the residence of Mr. and Mrs. David Kennedy, Mrs. Kennedy being an aunt, at 2:30 p. m., being. conducted by Rev. McGrew and the remains were laid away to await the resurrection in the. Prairie Hill Cemetery, Graham, Missouri."
  2. [S1103] Find A Grave, online http://www.findagrave.com/cgi-bin/fg.cgi, Find A Grave memorial #102496793. Buried in NW Qtr., Blk. 8, Cypress Ave. Memorial for Infant son Ross. Linked to B. W. Ross as a child. Date of death May 1, 1884. In bio it has son of B. W. and M. E. - 14 days.
  3. [S1103] Find A Grave, online http://www.findagrave.com/cgi-bin/fg.cgi, Find A Grave memorial #102496793. Buried in NW Qtr., Blk. 8, Cypress Ave. Memorial for Infant son Ross. Linked to B. W. Ross as a child. In bio it has son of B. W. and M. E. - 14 days.

William Otto Copeland1,2

M, b. May 20, 1890, d. July 22, 1947
MotherMary E. Harmon1,2 b. 14 Mar 1858, d. 14 Aug 1915
Last EditedMay 29, 2020
     William Otto Copeland was born on May 20, 1890 at Nodaway County, MO, USA.1,2,3 He began military service circa 1917 at U.S. Army.4 He was a member of the military on November 17, 1917, serving with at U.S. Army Aviation Corps, France.4 He died on July 22, 1947 at Tuolumne County, CA, USA, at age 57.3 He was buried after July 22, 1947 at Mountain Shadow Cemetery, Sonora, Tuolumne County, CA, USA.3

Citations

  1. [S6075] The Holt County Sentinel, August 20, 1915, Pg. 2, Printed in the Friday, August 20, 1915 edition of The Holt County Sentinel on page 2. "Obituary - Mary E. Harmon was born, March 14, 1858 in Brown County Kansas. Died August 14, 1915 at her home in Hiawatha, Kansas. In her infancy, her parents, Jacob and Matilda Harmon, moved to Forest City, Mo. When about 15 years of age, she moved with them to a farm, near Maitland, Mo., where at the age of 22 years she was united in marriage to Dr. Bethel Ross. To this union two children were born, both of whom died in infancy. Death robbed her of her husband and both children in the summer of 1881. Three years later she was married to Marlon Copeland In Sumner County Kansas. To this union two sons were born, William O. and Arvie C., both of whom, together with the husband and aged mother survive her. The remains were taken to Maitland, Monday evening, and the following Tuesday the funeral services were conducted from the residence of Mr. and Mrs. David Kennedy, Mrs. Kennedy being an aunt, at 2:30 p. m., being. conducted by Rev. McGrew and the remains were laid away to await the resurrection in the. Prairie Hill Cemetery, Graham, Missouri."
  2. [S6068] Soc. Sec. App. & Claims Ind., U.S., Social Security Applications and Claims Index, 1936-2007 [database on-line]. Provo, UT, USA: Ancestry.com Operations, Inc., 2015. Name: William Otto Copeland. Gender: Male. Race: White. Birth Date: 20 May 1890. Birth Place: Nodaway Coun, Missouri. Father: Marion Copeland. Mother: Mary E Harmon. SSN: XXX-XX-XXXX. Notes: Sep 1943: Name listed as WILLIAM OTTO COPELAND.
  3. [S1103] Find A Grave, online http://www.findagrave.com/cgi-bin/fg.cgi, Find A Grave memorial #69663480. Memorial for William Otto Copeland. Buried in South 9 B 236.
  4. [S6074] The Holt County Sentinel, November 30, 1917, Pg. 4, Printed in the Friday, November 17, 1917 edition of The Holt County Sentinel on page 4. "Left a Will - The will of Mrs. Matilda Harmon, whose death occurred at Hiawatha, Kansas, November 18, left a will, which was probated Thursday, of last week, November 22. The will was executed November 28, 1915, and was witnessed by J. R. Collison. R. T. Weller and E. F. Weller. It names James LaseIl as executor. She bequeathes to the to the Christian Orphan's home at Council Bluffs $500. To Fred Harmon Blackburn, whom she raised, she leaves $500. She leaves. certain personal effects to Wilma Mc Murray; her sister, Jennie Hanks; Mrs. Josie Lasell: Miss. Matilda Lasell; Arver Coral Copeland. To Francis Marion Copeland she bequeaths $3,000, to be held in trust until he reaches his majority.
    The residue of the estate is bequeathed to her two grandsons, Arver Coral and William Otto Copeland. The last named is now in France and is serving in the aviation corps."

Arvil Covil Copeland1,2

M, b. May 6, 1893, d. February 3, 1945
MotherMary E. Harmon1,2 b. 14 Mar 1858, d. 14 Aug 1915
Last EditedMay 31, 2020
     Arvil Covil Copeland was born on May 6, 1893 at Maitland, Holt County, MO, USA.1,2 He died on February 3, 1945 at Good Samaritan Hospital, Dayton, Montgomery County, OH, USA, at age 51.3,4 He was buried after February 3, 1945 at Dayton Memorial Park Cemetery, Dayton, Montgomery County, OH, USA.3

Citations

  1. [S6075] The Holt County Sentinel, August 20, 1915, Pg. 2, Printed in the Friday, August 20, 1915 edition of The Holt County Sentinel on page 2. "Obituary - Mary E. Harmon was born, March 14, 1858 in Brown County Kansas. Died August 14, 1915 at her home in Hiawatha, Kansas. In her infancy, her parents, Jacob and Matilda Harmon, moved to Forest City, Mo. When about 15 years of age, she moved with them to a farm, near Maitland, Mo., where at the age of 22 years she was united in marriage to Dr. Bethel Ross. To this union two children were born, both of whom died in infancy. Death robbed her of her husband and both children in the summer of 1881. Three years later she was married to Marlon Copeland In Sumner County Kansas. To this union two sons were born, William O. and Arvie C., both of whom, together with the husband and aged mother survive her. The remains were taken to Maitland, Monday evening, and the following Tuesday the funeral services were conducted from the residence of Mr. and Mrs. David Kennedy, Mrs. Kennedy being an aunt, at 2:30 p. m., being. conducted by Rev. McGrew and the remains were laid away to await the resurrection in the. Prairie Hill Cemetery, Graham, Missouri."
  2. [S6068] Soc. Sec. App. & Claims Ind., U.S., Social Security Applications and Claims Index, 1936-2007 [database on-line]. Provo, UT, USA: Ancestry.com Operations, Inc., 2015. Name: Arvil Covil Copeland. Gender: Male. Race: White. Birth Date: 6 May 1893. Birth Place: Maitland Hol, Missouri. Father: Marion Copeland. Mother: Mary Harmon. SSN: XXX-XX-XXXX. Notes: Dec 1936: Name listed as ARVIL COVIL COPELAND.
  3. [S1103] Find A Grave, online http://www.findagrave.com/cgi-bin/fg.cgi, Find A Grave memorial #137358203. Memorial for Arvir C. Copeland. Buried in
    Plot SC 1 T1 9. Photo of grave marker. "ARVIR C. COPELAND, MISSOURI, PVT 1 C AIR SERVICE, MAY 6, 1893 - FEB. 3, 1945."
  4. [S6097] The Daily Dayton News, February 4, 1945, Sports Section Page 3, Printed in the Sunday, February 4, 1945 edition of The Dayton Daily News, Sports Section page 3. "A. C. Copeland, 51, resident of the YMCA, died at 7:50 a. m. Saturday at Good Samaritan hospital. A native of Maitland, Mo., he had been a resident of Dayton for 20 years and was employed by the War Production Board in the small plants section. He was a veteran of the air corps in World War I. Surviving are one daughter, Miss Marion Copeland of Michigan State college; one son, Joseph Copeland of Ishpeming, Mich., and two brothers, W. O. Copeland of California, and C. M. Copeland of Missouri."

Selah Elizabeth Offutt1

F, b. August 6, 1847, d. May 13, 1907
MotherMaryann Harrison b. c 1810
Last EditedMarch 29, 2023
     Selah Elizabeth Offutt was born on August 6, 1847 at Montgomery County, MD, USA.2,3,4,5 She was listed in the 1850 census at 4th District, Preston County, VA, USA, in the household of Maryann Offutt on August 1, 1850.6 Selah Elizabeth Offutt was listed in the 1860 census at Forest City, Holt County, MO, USA, in the household of Maryann Offutt on July 9, 1860.7 As of December 12, 1869,her married name was Watson.8,9,10 Selah Elizabeth Offutt married John W. Watson on December 12, 1869 at Oregon, Holt County, MO, USA.11,10,9 Selah Elizabeth Watson and John W. Watson appeared on the Federal Census of July 19, 1870 at Clay Township, Holt County, MO, USA.12 Selah Elizabeth Watson and John W. Watson appeared on the Federal Census of June 14, 1880 at Clay Township, Holt County, MO, USA.13 Selah Elizabeth Watson was a named as a defendant in the lawsuit filed by Matilda Ann Harmon on August 5, 1892 at Holt County, MO, USA, to divide property in Holt and Atchison Counties.14 Selah Elizabeth Offutt died on May 13, 1907 at Maitland, Holt County, MO, USA, at age 59.15 She was buried after May 13, 1907 at Maitland Cemetery, Maitland, Holt County, MO, USA.15

Family

John W. Watson b. 26 Dec 1839, d. 18 Jul 1939
Children

Citations

  1. [S1103] Find A Grave, online http://www.findagrave.com/cgi-bin/fg.cgi, Find A Grave memorial #131748921. Has a long biography: "Spouse John W. Watson
    Selah Elizabeth Offett (Offutt) born Aug. 6, 1847, in Montgomery County, Maryland, died May 13, 1907. She moved with her parents to Missouri when five years old, and grew up to womanhood in Forest City. She married John Watson in 1869. To this union were born three sons and one daughter.

    She died at her home seven miles south of Maitland. She had not been robust for a year, but seemed to be feeling better recently. She said Monday evening she would gather in the eggs. Accordingly she went to the poultry yard for that purpose. When she had been absent almost ten minutes, Mr. Watson thought she was staying longer then was necessary, and went out to see what was the matter. He found his wife lying on the ground in the poultry yard, dead.

    The cause of death was pronounced apoplexy.

    As a wife and mother, she was faithful, devoted and true. As a neighbor she was always ready in time of sickness or trouble to help comfort and cheer.

    She united the M.E. Church when quite young, and although not a member when she died, she always held to the practical in the Christian life and endeavored to live it.

    She leaves behind a husband, three sons, one daughter, two brothers, three sisters, and six grandchildren to mourn her death.

    Mrs. Watson was about 60 years old, and had lived in Holt county with her husband for many years. She was an excellent woman, and was highly thought of by many friends.

    The funeral took place from the house at 10 o'clock Wednesday morning, Rev. C.A. Hodshire conducting the services. The interment took place at the Maitland K of P Cemetery, Maitland, MO.
    Source: Scrapbook Clipping/Holt County Historical Society, Mound City, Mo."
  2. [S1103] Find A Grave, online http://www.findagrave.com/cgi-bin/fg.cgi, Find A Grave memorial #131748921. Photo of shared grave marker. Bottom reads "WATSON". Top lines read "SELAH E. WIFE; AUG 6, 1847 - MAY 13, 1907". Middle lines reads "JOHN W. WATSON; DEC. 26, 1839 - JUL. 18, 1930". Has a long biography: "Spouse John W. Watson
    Selah Elizabeth Offett (Offutt) born Aug. 6, 1847, in Montgomery County, Maryland, died May 13, 1907. She moved with her parents to Missouri when five years old, and grew up to womanhood in Forest City. She married John Watson in 1869. To this union were born three sons and one daughter.

    She died at her home seven miles south of Maitland. She had not been robust for a year, but seemed to be feeling better recently. She said Monday evening she would gather in the eggs. Accordingly she went tot he poultry yard for that purpose. When she had been absent almost ten minutes, Mr. Watson thought she was staying longer then was necessary, and went out to see what was the matter. He found his wife lying on the ground in the poultry yard, dead.

    The cause of death was pronounced apoplexy.

    As a wife and mother, she was faithful, devoted and true. As a neighbor she was always ready in time of sickness or trouble to help comfort and cheer.

    She united the M.E. Church when quite young, and although not a member when she died, she always held to the practical in the Christian life and endeavored to live it.

    She leaves behind a husband, three sons, one daughter, two brothers, three sisters, and six grandchildren to mourn her death.

    Mrs. Watson was about 60 years old, and had lived in Holt county with her husband for many years. She was an excellent woman, and was highly thought of by many friends.

    The funeral took place from the house at 10 o'clock Wednesday morning, Rev. C.A. Hodshire conducting the services. The interment took place at the Maitland K of P Cemetery, Maitland, MO.
    Source: Scrapbook Clipping/Holt County Historical Society, Mound City, Mo."
  3. [S6083] July 19, 1870 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; Clay Township, Holt County, MO, Line 10 lists Selah, age 22, keeping house born in Maryland.
  4. [S6087] June 14, 1880 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; Clay Township, Holt County, MO, Line 14 lists wife Selah, age 33, born in MD.
  5. [S6110] August 1, 1850 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; 4th District, Preston Cty., VA, Line 34 lists Cela E., age 3, born in MD.
  6. [S6110] August 1, 1850 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; 4th District, Preston Cty., VA, Dwelling and Family #282. Line lists 26 lists Thomas B. Offreda, age 41, born in MD as a merchant. Line 27 lists Mary Ann, age 41, born in MD. Line 28 lists Thomas M., age 18, born in MD. Line 29 lists William, age 16, born in MD. Line 30 lists Lewis, age 14, born in MD. Line 31 lists Matilda, age 13, born in MD. Line 32 lists Henry C., age 11, born in MD. Line 33 lists Mary E., age 10, born in MD. Line 34 lists Cela E., age 3, born in MD. Line 35 lists Virginia, age 2/12, born in VA. There are 7 other individuals listed in the household ranging in age from 45 to 23 with various places of birth. (I've attached this census to Mary A. Offutt based on the names and ages of the children matching up with what my research has discovered in Missouri records and newspapers. The surname Offreda isn't found in any other Census until 1915, and is only found in the 1920 Census once. The 1915 and 1920 Census finds are in New York and were apparently records of individuals of Italian ancestry. Matilda A. Harmon's obituary makes note that at the age of 13 which would have been in 1852, her parents came to Missouri where 2 days after their arrival her father died, leaving the mother and 8 children. Selah E. Watson's obituary makes note that she arrived in Missouri in 1852. Virginia Hanks obitary makes note that she was born in 1850 in VA, that her family with 8 children moved to Missouri in 1852 and that her father died in St. Joseph during that move).
  7. [S6104] July 9, 1860 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; Forest City, Holt Cty., MO, Dwelling 892, Family 892. Line 19 lists Mary A. Offord, age 49, real estate 300, personal property 500, born in MD. Line 20 lists Thomas M., age 28, Farm Lab, born in MD. Line 21 lists Henry C., age 16, Farm Lab, born in MD. Line 22 lists Mary E., age 15, born in MD. Line 23 lists Celia E., age 7, born in MD. Line 24 lists Martha V., age 10, born in VA.
  8. [S1103] Find A Grave, online http://www.findagrave.com/cgi-bin/fg.cgi, Find A Grave memorial #131748748. Photo of shared grave marker shared with wife. Bottom reads "WATSON". Top lines read "SELAH E. WIFE; AUG 6, 1847 - MAY 13, 1907". Middle lines reads "JOHN W. WATSON; DEC. 26, 1839 - JUL. 18, 1930".
    Has a long biography: "Spouse: Selah Elizabeth OFFUTT Watson
    Father: Henry Watson
    Mother: Jane TEMPLETON Watson
    John Watson was the son of Henry Watson, one of the earliest settlers in Clay Township. He came from Indiana, homesteading in section 34, township 62, range 37. John W. was born in Indiana Dec. 26, 1839 and migrated to Missouri with his parents long before Maitland was established. He married Miss Selah Offitte on December 12, 1869 and to this union four children were born: Dollie, Lewis H., Edgar L. and Charles N.
    (1) Dollie-m. Fitz E. King
    (2) Edgar L.-m. Clara Goodhart
    (3) Lewis H-m. Lena Lutch
    (4) Charles N..-m. Ida Lockhart

    John W. Watson was born in the state of Indiana, Dec. 26, 1839, and died in Maitland, Mo., July 18, 1930, at the age of 90 years, 5 months and 18 days.

    He married Selah Offutt on Dec. 12, 1869, and to this union four children were born, three sons and one daughter.

    The daughter, Mrs. Dollie E. King, died in 1923. The sons are Edgar L., Lewis H., and Charles N.

    There are two sisters living at Mound City, Mrs. Ella Walker and Mrs. Flora Ham.

    There are 11 grandchildren and one great-grandson surviving him.

    Mr. Watson was taken to the Missouri Methodist Hospital at St. Joseph nine weeks ago after falling and breaking a hip. Old age was against him and notwithstanding the medical skill in attendance and good nursing death overtook him at the ripe old age of 90 years.

    He was married in this part of the country and reared his family here, having come to this part of the state long before Maitland was established. His father bought land from the government at $1.25 per acre. To this foundation, Mr. Watson added other land, and none of it ever was under mortgage.

    Funeral services wee held at the Christian Church, conducted by the Pastor, Dr. A.C. Babcock, Saturday afternoon.
    Interment was in the K of P Cemetery, Maitland, Mo.
    Source: Scrapbook Clipping/Holt Count Historical Society, Mound City, Mo."
  9. [S6082] The Missouri Democrat, December 29, 1869, Pg. 1, Printed in the Wednesday, December 29, 1869 edition of The Missouri Democrat on page 1. "December 12, 1869, in Oregon, by the Rev. Stephen Blanchard, Mr. JOHN W. WATSON to Miss SELAH E. OFFUTT."
  10. [S6081] Marr. Bk. B, Holt Cty., MO: Holt County Marriage Book B, page 300. "This is to certify that John Watson and Miss Selah E. Offutt were by the undersigned united in marriage in Oregon, Holt Co Mo Dec. 12, 1869. Stephen Blanchard."
  11. [S1103] Find A Grave, online http://www.findagrave.com/cgi-bin/fg.cgi, Find A Grave memorial #131748748. Photo of shared grave marker. Bottom reads "WATSON". Top lines read "SELAH E. WIFE; AUG 6, 1847 - MAY 13, 1907". Middle lines reads "JOHN W. WATSON; DEC. 26, 1839 - JUL. 18, 1930".
    Has a long biography: "Spouse: Selah Elizabeth OFFUTT Watson
    Father: Henry Watson
    Mother: Jane TEMPLETON Watson
    John Watson was the son of Henry Watson, one of the earliest settlers in Clay Township. He came from Indiana, homesteading in section 34, township 62, range 37. John W. was born in Indiana Dec. 26, 1839 and migrated to Missouri with his parents long before Maitland was established. He married Miss Selah Offitte on December 12, 1869 and to this union four children were born: Dollie, Lewis H., Edgar L. and Charles N.
    (1) Dollie-m. Fitz E. King
    (2) Edgar L.-m. Clara Goodhart
    (3) Lewis H-m. Lena Lutch
    (4) Charles N..-m. Ida Lockhart

    John W. Watson was born in the state of Indiana, Dec. 26, 1839, and died in Maitland, Mo., July 18, 1930, at the age of 90 years, 5 months and 18 days.

    He married Selah Offutt on Dec. 12, 1869, and to this union four children were born, three sons and one daughter.

    The daughter, Mrs. Dollie E. King, died in 1923. The sons are Edgar L., Lewis H., and Charles N.

    There are two sisters living at Mound City, Mrs. Ella Walker and Mrs. Flora Ham.

    There are 11 grandchildren and one great-grandson surviving him.

    Mr. Watson was taken to the Missouri Methodist Hospital at St. Joseph nine weeks ago after falling and breaking a hip. Old age was against him and notwithstanding the medical skill in attendance and good nursing death overtook him at the ripe old age of 90 years.

    He was married in this part of the country and reared his family here, having come to this part of the state long before Maitland was established. His father bought land from the government at $1.25 per acre. To this foundation, Mr. Watson added other land, and none of it ever was under mortgage.

    Funeral services were held at the Christian Church, conducted by the Pastor, Dr. A.C. Babcock, Saturday afternoon.
    Interment was in the K of P Cemetery, Maitland, Mo.
    Source: Scrapbook Clipping/Holt Count Historical Society, Mound City, Mo."
  12. [S6083] July 19, 1870 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; Clay Township, Holt County, MO, Line 9, Dwelling 104, Family 101; John W. Watson, age 30, a farmer born in Ohio. Line 10 lists Selah, age 22, keeping house born in Maryland. Line 11 lists Mary A. Offutt, age 60 born in Maryland. Line 12 lists William Gertun, age 24 born in Indiana.
  13. [S6087] June 14, 1880 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; Clay Township, Holt County, MO, Line 13 lists John Watson, age 40, a farmer born in IN. Line 14 lists wife Selah, age 33, born in MD. Line 15 lists son Edgar, age 10 born in MO. Line 16 lists son Lewis, age 8, born in MO. Line 17 lists son Charles, age 4, born in MO. Line 18 lists daughter Mira, age 4/12, born in MO. Line 19 lists brother Robert, age 22, born in MO. Line 20 lists sister Flora, age 17, born in MO.
  14. [S6108] The Holt County Sentinel, August 5, 1892, Pg. 2, Lawsuit filed by Matilda Harmon against the defendants to partition property in Holt and Atchison Counties according to their respective interests.
  15. [S1103] Find A Grave, online http://www.findagrave.com/cgi-bin/fg.cgi, Find A Grave memorial #131748921. Photo of shared grave marker. Bottom reads "WATSON". Top lines read "SELAH E. WIFE; AUG 6, 1847 - MAY 13, 1907". Middle lines reads "JOHN W. WATSON; DEC. 26, 1839 - JUL. 18, 1930". Has a long biography: "Selah Elizabeth Offett (Offutt) born Aug. 6, 1847, in Montgomery County, Maryland, died May 13, 1907. She moved with her parents to Missouri when five years old, and grew up to womanhood in Forest City. She married John Watson in 1869. To this union were born three sons and one daughter. She died at her home seven miles south of Maitland. She had not been robust for a year, but seemed to be feeling better recently. She said Monday evening she would gather in the eggs. Accordingly she went tot he poultry yard for that purpose. When she had been absent almost ten minutes, Mr. Watson thought she was staying longer then was necessary, and went out to see what was the matter. He found his wife lying on the ground in the poultry yard, dead. The cause of death was pronounced apoplexy. As a wife and mother, she was faithful, devoted and true. As a neighbor she was always ready in time of sickness or trouble to help comfort and cheer. She united the M.E. Church when quite young, and although not a member when she died, she always held to the practical in the Christian life and endeavored to live it. She leaves behind a husband, three sons, one daughter, two brothers, three sisters, and six grandchildren to mourn her death. Mrs. Watson was about 60 years old, and had lived in Holt county with her husband for many years. She was an excellent woman, and was highly thought of by many friends. The funeral took place from the house at 10 o'clock Wednesday morning, Rev. C.A. Hodshire conducting the services. The interment took place at the Maitland K of P Cemetery, Maitland, MO.
    Source: Scrapbook Clipping/Holt County Historical Society, Mound City, Mo."
  16. [S6087] June 14, 1880 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; Clay Township, Holt County, MO, Line 15 lists son Edgar, age 10 born in MO.
  17. [S6087] June 14, 1880 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; Clay Township, Holt County, MO, Line 16 lists son Lewis, age 8, born in MO.
  18. [S6087] June 14, 1880 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; Clay Township, Holt County, MO, Line 17 lists son Charles, age 4, born in MO.
  19. [S6087] June 14, 1880 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; Clay Township, Holt County, MO, Line 18 lists daughter Mira, age 4/12, born in MO.

John W. Watson1

M, b. December 26, 1839, d. July 18, 1939
Last EditedMay 31, 2020
     John W. Watson was born on December 26, 1839 at IN, USA.2,3,4 He married Selah Elizabeth Offutt, daughter of Maryann Harrison, on December 12, 1869 at Oregon, Holt County, MO, USA.2,5,6 John W. Watson and Selah Elizabeth Watson appeared on the Federal Census of July 19, 1870 at Clay Township, Holt County, MO, USA.7 John W. Watson and Selah Elizabeth Watson appeared on the Federal Census of June 14, 1880 at Clay Township, Holt County, MO, USA.8 John W. Watson was a named as the husband of Selah E. Watson, and was a defendant in the lawsuit filed by Matilda Ann Harmon on August 5, 1892 at Holt County, MO, USA, to divide property in Holt and Atchison Counties.9 John W. Watson died on July 18, 1939 at Maitland, Holt County, IN, USA, at age 99.2 He was buried after July 18, 1939 at Maitland Cemetery, Maitland, Holt County, MO, USA.2

Family

Selah Elizabeth Offutt b. 6 Aug 1847, d. 13 May 1907
Children

Citations

  1. [S1103] Find A Grave, online http://www.findagrave.com/cgi-bin/fg.cgi, Find A Grave memorial #131748748. Photo of grave marker shared with wife. Bottom reads "WATSON". Top lines read "SELAH E. WIFE; AUG 6, 1847 - MAY 13, 1907". Middle lines reads "JOHN W. WATSON; DEC. 26, 1839 - JUL. 18, 1930".
    Has a long biography: "Spouse: Selah Elizabeth OFFUTT Watson
    Father: Henry Watson
    Mother: Jane TEMPLETON Watson
    John Watson was the son of Henry Watson, one of the earliest settlers in Clay Township. He came from Indiana, homesteading in section 34, township 62, range 37. John W. was born in Indiana Dec. 26, 1839 and migrated to Missouri with his parents long before Maitland was established. He married Miss Selah Offitte on December 12, 1869 and to this union four children were born: Dollie, Lewis H., Edgar L. and Charles N.
    (1) Dollie-m. Fitz E. King
    (2) Edgar L.-m. Clara Goodhart
    (3) Lewis H-m. Lena Lutch
    (4) Charles N..-m. Ida Lockhart

    John W. Watson was born in the state of Indiana, Dec. 26, 1839, and died in Maitland, Mo., July 18, 1930, at the age of 90 years, 5 months and 18 days.

    He married Selah Offutt on Dec. 12, 1869, and to this union four children were born, three sons and one daughter.

    The daughter, Mrs. Dollie E. King, died in 1923. The sons are Edgar L., Lewis H., and Charles N.

    There are two sisters living at Mound City, Mrs. Ella Walker and Mrs. Flora Ham.

    There are 11 grandchildren and one great-grandson surviving him.

    Mr. Watson was taken to the Missouri Methodist Hospital at St. Joseph nine weeks ago after falling and breaking a hip. Old age was against him and notwithstanding the medical skill in attendance and good nursing death overtook him at the ripe old age of 90 years.

    He was married in this part of the country and reared his family here, having come to this part of the state long before Maitland was established. His father bought land from the government at $1.25 per acre. To this foundation, Mr. Watson added other land, and none of it ever was under mortgage.

    Funeral services were held at the Christian Church, conducted by the Pastor, Dr. A.C. Babcock, Saturday afternoon.
    Interment was in the K of P Cemetery, Maitland, Mo.
    Source: Scrapbook Clipping/Holt Count Historical Society, Mound City, Mo."
  2. [S1103] Find A Grave, online http://www.findagrave.com/cgi-bin/fg.cgi, Find A Grave memorial #131748748. Photo of shared grave marker. Bottom reads "WATSON". Top lines read "SELAH E. WIFE; AUG 6, 1847 - MAY 13, 1907". Middle lines reads "JOHN W. WATSON; DEC. 26, 1839 - JUL. 18, 1930".
    Has a long biography: "Spouse: Selah Elizabeth OFFUTT Watson
    Father: Henry Watson
    Mother: Jane TEMPLETON Watson
    John Watson was the son of Henry Watson, one of the earliest settlers in Clay Township. He came from Indiana, homesteading in section 34, township 62, range 37. John W. was born in Indiana Dec. 26, 1839 and migrated to Missouri with his parents long before Maitland was established. He married Miss Selah Offitte on December 12, 1869 and to this union four children were born: Dollie, Lewis H., Edgar L. and Charles N.
    (1) Dollie-m. Fitz E. King
    (2) Edgar L.-m. Clara Goodhart
    (3) Lewis H-m. Lena Lutch
    (4) Charles N..-m. Ida Lockhart

    John W. Watson was born in the state of Indiana, Dec. 26, 1839, and died in Maitland, Mo., July 18, 1930, at the age of 90 years, 5 months and 18 days.

    He married Selah Offutt on Dec. 12, 1869, and to this union four children were born, three sons and one daughter.

    The daughter, Mrs. Dollie E. King, died in 1923. The sons are Edgar L., Lewis H., and Charles N.

    There are two sisters living at Mound City, Mrs. Ella Walker and Mrs. Flora Ham.

    There are 11 grandchildren and one great-grandson surviving him.

    Mr. Watson was taken to the Missouri Methodist Hospital at St. Joseph nine weeks ago after falling and breaking a hip. Old age was against him and notwithstanding the medical skill in attendance and good nursing death overtook him at the ripe old age of 90 years.

    He was married in this part of the country and reared his family here, having come to this part of the state long before Maitland was established. His father bought land from the government at $1.25 per acre. To this foundation, Mr. Watson added other land, and none of it ever was under mortgage.

    Funeral services were held at the Christian Church, conducted by the Pastor, Dr. A.C. Babcock, Saturday afternoon.
    Interment was in the K of P Cemetery, Maitland, Mo.
    Source: Scrapbook Clipping/Holt Count Historical Society, Mound City, Mo."
  3. [S6084] July 19, 1870 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; Clay Township, Holt County, MO, Line 9, Dwelling 104, Family 101; John W. Watson, age 30, a farmer born in Ohio.
  4. [S6087] June 14, 1880 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; Clay Township, Holt County, MO, Line 13 lists John Watson, age 40, a farmer born in IN.
  5. [S6081] Marr. Bk. B, Holt Cty., MO: Holt County Marriage Book B, page 300. "This is to certify that John Watson and Miss Selah E. Offutt were by the undersigned united in marriage in Oregon, Holt Co Mo Dec. 12, 1869. Stephen Blanchard."
  6. [S6082] The Missouri Democrat, December 29, 1869, Pg. 1, Printed in the Wednesday, December 29, 1869 edition of The Missouri Democrat on page 1. "December 12, 1869, in Oregon, by the Rev. Stephen Blanchard, Mr. JOHN W. WATSON to Miss SELAH E. OFFUTT."
  7. [S6083] July 19, 1870 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; Clay Township, Holt County, MO, Line 9, Dwelling 104, Family 101; John W. Watson, age 30, a farmer born in Ohio. Line 10 lists Selah, age 22, keeping house born in Maryland. Line 11 lists Mary A. Offutt, age 60 born in Maryland. Line 12 lists William Gertun, age 24 born in Indiana.
  8. [S6087] June 14, 1880 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; Clay Township, Holt County, MO, Line 13 lists John Watson, age 40, a farmer born in IN. Line 14 lists wife Selah, age 33, born in MD. Line 15 lists son Edgar, age 10 born in MO. Line 16 lists son Lewis, age 8, born in MO. Line 17 lists son Charles, age 4, born in MO. Line 18 lists daughter Mira, age 4/12, born in MO. Line 19 lists brother Robert, age 22, born in MO. Line 20 lists sister Flora, age 17, born in MO.
  9. [S6108] The Holt County Sentinel, August 5, 1892, Pg. 2, Lawsuit filed by Matilda Harmon against the defendants to partition property in Holt and Atchison Counties according to their respective interests.
  10. [S6087] June 14, 1880 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; Clay Township, Holt County, MO, Line 15 lists son Edgar, age 10 born in MO.
  11. [S6087] June 14, 1880 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; Clay Township, Holt County, MO, Line 16 lists son Lewis, age 8, born in MO.
  12. [S6087] June 14, 1880 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; Clay Township, Holt County, MO, Line 17 lists son Charles, age 4, born in MO.
  13. [S6087] June 14, 1880 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; Clay Township, Holt County, MO, Line 18 lists daughter Mira, age 4/12, born in MO.

William T. Harmon1

M, b. circa 1856
FatherJacob Harmon1 b. c 1833, d. 6 Oct 1890
MotherMatilda Ann Offutt1 b. 14 Feb 1839, d. 18 Nov 1917
Last EditedMay 28, 2020
     William T. Harmon was born circa 1856 at MO, USA.1,2 He was listed in the 1860 census at Forest City, Holt County, MO, USA, in the household of Jacob Harmon and Matilda Ann Harmon on July 19, 1860.3 William T. Harmon was listed in the 1870 census at Clay Township, Holt County, MO, USA, in the household of Jacob Harmon and Matilda Ann Harmon on July 19, 1870.4

Citations

  1. [S6084] July 19, 1870 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; Clay Township, Holt County, MO, Line 7 lists William T., age 14 born in Missouri.
  2. [S6090] July 19, 1860 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; Forest City, Holt County, MO, Line 8 lists Wm. Thomas, age 4, born in MO.
  3. [S6090] July 19, 1860 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; Forest City, Holt County, MO, Line 6, Dwelling 919, Family 919. Lists Jacob Harman, age 26, born in Baden Germany. Line 7 lists Matilda A., age 21, born in MD. Line 8 lists Wm. Thomas, age 4, born in MO. Line 9 lists Mary E., age 2, born in MO.
  4. [S6084] July 19, 1870 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; Clay Township, Holt County, MO, Line 5, Dwelling 103, Family 100; Jacob Harmon, age 37, a farmer born in Baden. Line 6 lists Matilda, age 31, keeping house born in Maryland. Line 7 lists William T., age 14 born in Missouri. Line 8 lists Mary E., age 12 born in Kansas.

Edgar Watson1

M, b. circa 1870
FatherJohn W. Watson1 b. 26 Dec 1839, d. 18 Jul 1939
MotherSelah Elizabeth Offutt1 b. 6 Aug 1847, d. 13 May 1907
Last EditedMay 28, 2020
     Edgar Watson was born circa 1870 at MO, USA.1 He was listed in the 1880 census at Clay Township, Holt County, MO, USA, in the household of John W. Watson and Selah Elizabeth Watson on June 14, 1880.2

Citations

  1. [S6087] June 14, 1880 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; Clay Township, Holt County, MO, Line 15 lists son Edgar, age 10 born in MO.
  2. [S6087] June 14, 1880 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; Clay Township, Holt County, MO, Line 13 lists John Watson, age 40, a farmer born in IN. Line 14 lists wife Selah, age 33, born in MD. Line 15 lists son Edgar, age 10 born in MO. Line 16 lists son Lewis, age 8, born in MO. Line 17 lists son Charles, age 4, born in MO. Line 18 lists daughter Mira, age 4/12, born in MO. Line 19 lists brother Robert, age 22, born in MO. Line 20 lists sister Flora, age 17, born in MO.

Lewis Watson1

M, b. circa 1872
FatherJohn W. Watson1 b. 26 Dec 1839, d. 18 Jul 1939
MotherSelah Elizabeth Offutt1 b. 6 Aug 1847, d. 13 May 1907
Last EditedMay 28, 2020
     Lewis Watson was born circa 1872 at MO, USA.1 He was listed in the 1880 census at Clay Township, Holt County, MO, USA, in the household of John W. Watson and Selah Elizabeth Watson on June 14, 1880.2

Citations

  1. [S6087] June 14, 1880 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; Clay Township, Holt County, MO, Line 16 lists son Lewis, age 8, born in MO.
  2. [S6087] June 14, 1880 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; Clay Township, Holt County, MO, Line 13 lists John Watson, age 40, a farmer born in IN. Line 14 lists wife Selah, age 33, born in MD. Line 15 lists son Edgar, age 10 born in MO. Line 16 lists son Lewis, age 8, born in MO. Line 17 lists son Charles, age 4, born in MO. Line 18 lists daughter Mira, age 4/12, born in MO. Line 19 lists brother Robert, age 22, born in MO. Line 20 lists sister Flora, age 17, born in MO.

Charles Watson1

M, b. circa 1876
FatherJohn W. Watson1 b. 26 Dec 1839, d. 18 Jul 1939
MotherSelah Elizabeth Offutt1 b. 6 Aug 1847, d. 13 May 1907
Last EditedMay 28, 2020
     Charles Watson was born circa 1876 at MO, USA.1 He was listed in the 1880 census at Clay Township, Holt County, MO, USA, in the household of John W. Watson and Selah Elizabeth Watson on June 14, 1880.2

Citations

  1. [S6087] June 14, 1880 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; Clay Township, Holt County, MO, Line 17 lists son Charles, age 4, born in MO.
  2. [S6087] June 14, 1880 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; Clay Township, Holt County, MO, Line 13 lists John Watson, age 40, a farmer born in IN. Line 14 lists wife Selah, age 33, born in MD. Line 15 lists son Edgar, age 10 born in MO. Line 16 lists son Lewis, age 8, born in MO. Line 17 lists son Charles, age 4, born in MO. Line 18 lists daughter Mira, age 4/12, born in MO. Line 19 lists brother Robert, age 22, born in MO. Line 20 lists sister Flora, age 17, born in MO.

Mira Watson1

F, b. circa February, 1880
FatherJohn W. Watson1 b. 26 Dec 1839, d. 18 Jul 1939
MotherSelah Elizabeth Offutt1 b. 6 Aug 1847, d. 13 May 1907
Last EditedMay 28, 2020
     Mira Watson was born circa February, 1880 at MO, USA.1 She was listed in the 1880 census at Clay Township, Holt County, MO, USA, in the household of John W. Watson and Selah Elizabeth Watson on June 14, 1880.2

Citations

  1. [S6087] June 14, 1880 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; Clay Township, Holt County, MO, Line 18 lists daughter Mira, age 4/12, born in MO.
  2. [S6087] June 14, 1880 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; Clay Township, Holt County, MO, Line 13 lists John Watson, age 40, a farmer born in IN. Line 14 lists wife Selah, age 33, born in MD. Line 15 lists son Edgar, age 10 born in MO. Line 16 lists son Lewis, age 8, born in MO. Line 17 lists son Charles, age 4, born in MO. Line 18 lists daughter Mira, age 4/12, born in MO. Line 19 lists brother Robert, age 22, born in MO. Line 20 lists sister Flora, age 17, born in MO.

Etta Hanks1,2

F, b. circa 1871
FatherWilliam B. Hanks1 b. 27 Sep 1848, d. 7 Apr 1923
MotherVirginia Offutt1 b. 27 Jun 1850, d. 10 Jan 1937
Last EditedMay 31, 2020
     Etta Hanks was born circa 1871 at MO, USA.1 She was listed in the 1880 census at Liberty Township, Holt County, MO, USA, in the household of William B. Hanks and Virginia Hanks on June 14, 1880.3 As of before 1923,her married name was McMurray.2

Citations

  1. [S6092] June 15, 1880 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; Liberty Township, Holt County, MO, Line 5 lists daughter Eta, age 9, born in MO.
  2. [S6109] The Hiawatha Daily World, April 9, 1923, Pg. 4, Printed in the Monday, April 9, 1923 edition of The Hiawatha Daily World on page 4. Obituary of Wm. B. Hanks. States that he was born September 27, 1848 in Holt County, MO; that he was married to Virginia Offutt April 4, 1869; and that he died April 7, 1923 at his home in Hiawatha where he and his wife had lived for 14 years. States that he and his wife had 5 children 3 of whom were still living: Mrs. Etta McMurray, Leonard R. Hanks and Alonzo O. Hanks.
  3. [S6092] June 15, 1880 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; Liberty Township, Holt County, MO, Line 3, Dwelling 141, Family 142. Lists William B. Hanks, a farmer, age 31, born in MO. Line 4 lists wife Virginia, age 29, born in VA. Line 5 lists daughter Eta, age 9, born in MO.

Leonard R. Hanks1,2

M, b. November, 1880
FatherWilliam B. Hanks1 b. 27 Sep 1848, d. 7 Apr 1923
MotherVirginia Offutt1 b. 27 Jun 1850, d. 10 Jan 1937
Last EditedMay 31, 2020
     Leonard R. Hanks was born in November, 1880 at MO, USA.1

Citations

  1. [S6093] June 9, 1900 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; Liberty Township, Holt County, MO, Line 49 lists son Lenard, born Nov 1880, age 19, born in MO.
  2. [S6109] The Hiawatha Daily World, April 9, 1923, Pg. 4, Printed in the Monday, April 9, 1923 edition of The Hiawatha Daily World on page 4. Obituary of Wm. B. Hanks. States that he was born September 27, 1848 in Holt County, MO; that he was married to Virginia Offutt April 4, 1869; and that he died April 7, 1923 at his home in Hiawatha where he and his wife had lived for 14 years. States that he and his wife had 5 children 3 of whom were still living: Mrs. Etta McMurray, Leonard R. Hanks and Alonzo O. Hanks.

Alonzo Offutt Hanks1,2

M, b. October 14, 1888, d. March 1, 1966
FatherWilliam B. Hanks1,2 b. 27 Sep 1848, d. 7 Apr 1923
MotherVirginia Offutt1,2 b. 27 Jun 1850, d. 10 Jan 1937
Last EditedMay 31, 2020
     Alonzo Offutt Hanks was born on October 14, 1888 at Holt County, MO, USA.1,2 He died on March 1, 1966 at Fairfax Community Hospital, Fairfax, Atchison County, MO, USA, at age 77.2 He was buried on March 5, 1966 at New Liberty Cemetery, Craig, Holt County, MO, USA.2

Citations

  1. [S6093] June 9, 1900 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; Liberty Township, Holt County, MO, Line 50 lists son Alonzo, born Oct 1888, age 11, born in MO.
  2. [S6094] Alonzo Offutt Hanks, MO Div. of Health - Standard Cert. of Death, Missouri Certificate of Death for Alonzo Offutt Hanks. Reg. Dist. 4, Primary Reg. Dist. 4014, Registrar's No. 19. Born October 14, 1888 near Craig, MO. Died March 1, 1966 in Fairfax, Atchison County, Missouri. Father: William B. Hanks. Mother's Maiden Name: Virginia Offutt. Wife's name Linnie H. Hanks. Informant: Harry Wallace Hanks. Buried March 5, 1966 in New Liberty Cemetery, near Craig, MO.

Mary Ellen Offutt1

F, b. August 17, 1845, d. August 25, 1929
MotherMaryann Harrison1 b. c 1810
Last EditedJune 2, 2020
     Mary Ellen Offutt was born on August 17, 1845 at Montgomery County, MD, USA.1,2,3,4,5 She was listed in the 1850 census at 4th District, Preston County, VA, USA, in the household of Maryann Offutt on August 1, 1850.6 Mary Ellen Offutt was listed in the 1860 census at Forest City, Holt County, MO, USA, in the household of Maryann Offutt on July 9, 1860.7 Mary Ellen Offutt appeared on the Federal Census of June 10, 1870 at Lewis Township, Holt County, MO, USA.5 She was a named as a defendant in the lawsuit filed by Matilda Ann Harmon on August 5, 1892 at Holt County, MO, USA, to divide property in Holt and Atchison Counties.8 Mary Ellen Offutt was listed in the 1900 census at Maitland, Holt County, IN, USA, in the household of Matilda Ann Offutt on June 1, 1900.9 As of September 1, 1909,her married name was Starns.10 Mary Ellen Offutt married Francis Marion Starns on September 1, 1909 at Colorado Springs, El Paso County, CO, USA.10 Mary Ellen Starns was visited by Mary E. Copeland and Matilda Ann Harmon on August 12, 1915 at Sabetha, Nemaha County, KS, USA.11 Mary Ellen Offutt was visited by Jennie Hanks and Henry Clay Offutt on June 12, 1925 at Sabetha, Nemaha County, KS, USA.12 Mary Ellen Offutt died on August 25, 1929 at age 84.13 She was buried after August 25, 1929 at Sabetha Cemetery, Sabetha, Nemaha County, KS, USA.13

Family

Francis Marion Starns b. 1 Dec 1836, d. 30 Jun 1932

Citations

  1. [S6098] Ralph Tennal, Hist. of Nemaha Cty., KS, Pg. 644 - 645. Biography of Francis Marion Starns. States that he married September 1, 1909 in Colorado Springs, Colo., Mary E. Offutt, born in Montgomery County, Maryland, August 17, 1845, and who came to Holt county Missouri, with her parents when six years old. She attended the normal school at Peru, Neb., and the Oregon, Mo., Normal College, and taught in the district schools of Missouri for 10 years.
  2. [S6099] June 1, 1900 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; Clay Township, Holt Cty, MO, Line 82 lists sister Mary E. Offutt, born Aug 1845, age 54, single, born in MD, a seamstress.
  3. [S6110] August 1, 1850 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; 4th District, Preston Cty., VA, Line 33 lists Mary E., age 10, born in MD. Date of birth suggested by age (1840) removed based on other evidence.
  4. [S6104] July 9, 1860 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; Forest City, Holt Cty., MO, Line 22 lists Mary E., age 15, born in MD.
  5. [S6100] June 10, 1870 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; Lewis Township, Holt County, MO, Dwelling 338, Family 320. Line 12 lists Mary E. Offutt, age 24, a teacher, born in MD.
  6. [S6110] August 1, 1850 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; 4th District, Preston Cty., VA, Dwelling and Family #282. Line lists 26 lists Thomas B. Offreda, age 41, born in MD as a merchant. Line 27 lists Mary Ann, age 41, born in MD. Line 28 lists Thomas M., age 18, born in MD. Line 29 lists William, age 16, born in MD. Line 30 lists Lewis, age 14, born in MD. Line 31 lists Matilda, age 13, born in MD. Line 32 lists Henry C., age 11, born in MD. Line 33 lists Mary E., age 10, born in MD. Line 34 lists Cela E., age 3, born in MD. Line 35 lists Virginia, age 2/12, born in VA. There are 7 other individuals listed in the household ranging in age from 45 to 23 with various places of birth. (I've attached this census to Mary A. Offutt based on the names and ages of the children matching up with what my research has discovered in Missouri records and newspapers. The surname Offreda isn't found in any other Census until 1915, and is only found in the 1920 Census once. The 1915 and 1920 Census finds are in New York and were apparently records of individuals of Italian ancestry. Matilda A. Harmon's obituary makes note that at the age of 13 which would have been in 1852, her parents came to Missouri where 2 days after their arrival her father died, leaving the mother and 8 children. Selah E. Watson's obituary makes note that she arrived in Missouri in 1852. Virginia Hanks obitary makes note that she was born in 1850 in VA, that her family with 8 children moved to Missouri in 1852 and that her father died in St. Joseph during that move).
  7. [S6104] July 9, 1860 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; Forest City, Holt Cty., MO, Dwelling 892, Family 892. Line 19 lists Mary A. Offord, age 49, real estate 300, personal property 500, born in MD. Line 20 lists Thomas M., age 28, Farm Lab, born in MD. Line 21 lists Henry C., age 16, Farm Lab, born in MD. Line 22 lists Mary E., age 15, born in MD. Line 23 lists Celia E., age 7, born in MD. Line 24 lists Martha V., age 10, born in VA.
  8. [S6108] The Holt County Sentinel, August 5, 1892, Pg. 2, Lawsuit filed by Matilda Harmon against the defendants to partition property in Holt and Atchison Counties according to their respective interests.
  9. [S6099] June 1, 1900 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; Clay Township, Holt Cty, MO, Line 80, Dwelling 19, Family 19. Lists Matilda A. Harmon, born Feb 1839, age 61, a widow, 3 children only 1 living, born in MD. Line 81 lists Lillian G. Copeland as a boarder. Line 82 lists sister Mary E. Offutt, born Aug 1845, age 54, single, born in MD, a seamstress.
  10. [S6098] Ralph Tennal, Hist. of Nemaha Cty., KS, Pg. 644 - 645. Biography of Francis Marion Starns.
  11. [S6106] The Sabetha Herald, August 12, 1915, Pg. 9, Printed in the Thursday, August 12, 1915 edition of The Sabetha Herald supplement on page 9. Details the visit of Mrs. Mary E. Copeland and her mother, Mrs. M. A. Harmon to their sister and aunt, Mrs. F. M. Starns.
  12. [S6105] The Brown County World, June 12, 1925, Pg. 3, Printed in the June 12, 1925 edition of The Brown County World on page 3. Details the visit of Mrs. Jennie Hanks, along with brother H. C. Offutt to their sister Mrs. F. M. Starns in Sabetha.
  13. [S1103] Find A Grave, online http://www.findagrave.com/cgi-bin/fg.cgi, Find A Grave memorial #87450550. Photo of grave marker. "MARY E. STARNS 1845 - 1929."

Francis Marion Starns1

M, b. December 1, 1836, d. June 30, 1932
Last EditedMay 29, 2020
     Francis Marion Starns was born on December 1, 1836 at Geneva, Kane County, IL, USA.1 He began military service circa 1863 at Company D, 8th Kansas Infantry.2 He ended military service in 1864 at Nashville, Davidson County, TN, USA.2 He married Mary Ellen Offutt, daughter of Maryann Harrison, on September 1, 1909 at Colorado Springs, El Paso County, CO, USA.1 Francis Marion Starns died on June 30, 1932 at age 95.3 He was buried after June 30, 1932 at Sabetha Cemetery, Sabetha, Nemaha County, KS, USA.3

Family

Mary Ellen Offutt b. 17 Aug 1845, d. 25 Aug 1929

Citations

  1. [S6098] Ralph Tennal, Hist. of Nemaha Cty., KS, Pg. 644 - 645. Biography of Francis Marion Starns.
  2. [S6098] Ralph Tennal, Hist. of Nemaha Cty., KS, Pg. 644 - 645. Biography of Francis Marion Starns. States that he served with Company D, 8th Kansas Infantry. Wounded at Chickamauga in the right forearm and was incapacitated for duty. Honorably discharged in 1864 at Nashville, TN.
  3. [S1103] Find A Grave, online http://www.findagrave.com/cgi-bin/fg.cgi, Find A Grave memorial #87450134. Photo of grave marker. "FRANCIS M. STARNS Sr. 1836 - 1932 Co D 8th Kan Inf."

Lewis W. Offutt1,2

M, b. circa 1837, d. circa September 16, 1863
MotherMaryann Harrison b. c 1810
Last EditedJune 2, 2020
     Lewis W. Offutt was born circa 1837 at MD, USA.1,3,4 He was listed in the 1850 census at 4th District, Preston County, VA, USA, in the household of Maryann Offutt on August 1, 1850.5 Lewis W. Offutt married Hannah E. Morehead on August 9, 1857 at Holt County, MO, USA.6,7 Lewis W. Offutt appeared on the Federal Census of July 12, 1860 at Jackson Township, Andrew County, MO, USA.8 He died circa September 16, 1863 at MO.1,9

Family

Hannah E. Morehead b. c 1836
Child

Citations

  1. [S6101] U.S., Civil War Draft Registrations Records, 1863-1865; unknown film, Andrew County, 4th SubDistrict, Jackson Township, Nodaway. Line 3 lists Lewis Offutt, age 26, a farmer born in Md. Listed as married. In the Remarks column it has "Dead."
  2. [S6103] Marr. Bk. B, Holt Cty., MO: Marriage Book B, page 99. "To the Clerk of the Circuit Court of Holt Cty, Mo. This is to certify that a marriage ceremony was adminisytered between Lewis W. Offitt and Hannah E. Morehead by the undersigned Minister of the Gospel, this ninth day of August 1857. R. Alexander."
  3. [S6110] August 1, 1850 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; 4th District, Preston Cty., VA, Line 30 lists Lewis, age 14, born in MD.
  4. [S6102] July 12, 1860 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; Jackson Township, Andrew Cty, MO, Dwelling 776, Family 760. Line 20 lists Lewis Offill (Indexed as Offitt), age 23, a farmer, born in MD.
  5. [S6110] August 1, 1850 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; 4th District, Preston Cty., VA, Dwelling and Family #282. Line lists 26 lists Thomas B. Offreda, age 41, born in MD as a merchant. Line 27 lists Mary Ann, age 41, born in MD. Line 28 lists Thomas M., age 18, born in MD. Line 29 lists William, age 16, born in MD. Line 30 lists Lewis, age 14, born in MD. Line 31 lists Matilda, age 13, born in MD. Line 32 lists Henry C., age 11, born in MD. Line 33 lists Mary E., age 10, born in MD. Line 34 lists Cela E., age 3, born in MD. Line 35 lists Virginia, age 2/12, born in VA. There are 7 other individuals listed in the household ranging in age from 45 to 23 with various places of birth. (I've attached this census to Mary A. Offutt based on the names and ages of the children matching up with what my research has discovered in Missouri records and newspapers. The surname Offreda isn't found in any other Census until 1915, and is only found in the 1920 Census once. The 1915 and 1920 Census finds are in New York and were apparently records of individuals of Italian ancestry. Matilda A. Harmon's obituary makes note that at the age of 13 which would have been in 1852, her parents came to Missouri where 2 days after their arrival her father died, leaving the mother and 8 children. Selah E. Watson's obituary makes note that she arrived in Missouri in 1852. Virginia Hanks obitary makes note that she was born in 1850 in VA, that her family with 8 children moved to Missouri in 1852 and that her father died in St. Joseph during that move).
  6. [S6102] July 12, 1860 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; Jackson Township, Andrew Cty, MO, Line 21 lists Hannah, age 24, born in KY.
  7. [S6103] Marr. Bk. B, Holt Cty., MO: Marriage Book B, page 99. "To the Clerk of the Circuit Court of Holt Cty, Mo. This is to certify that a marriage ceremony was administered between Lewis W. Offitt and Hannah E. Morehead by the undersigned Minister of the Gospel, this ninth day of August 1857. R. Alexander."
  8. [S6102] July 12, 1860 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; Jackson Township, Andrew Cty, MO, Dwelling 776, Family 760. Line 20 lists Lewis Offill (Indexed as Offitt), age 23, a farmer, born in MD. Line 21 lists Hannah, age 24, born in KY. Line 22 lists Allice, age 1, born in MO. Line 23 lists William Mohead, age 50, a shoemaker born in KY, deaf and dumb.
  9. [S684] Lois Stanley, George F. Wilson and Maryhelen Wilson, Death Rcds. from MO Newspapers: 1861-1865, Pg. 132 has OFFER or OFFUTT, Lewis killed near Savannah, MO by a bushwhacker (Sav. Plain Dealer, 16 Sep 1863). Pg. 133 has OFFUTT, Mr. _____ killed at North Prairie by men representing themselves as soldiers. (St. Joseph News 17 Sep 1863).
  10. [S6102] July 12, 1860 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; Jackson Township, Andrew Cty, MO, Line 22 lists Allice, age 1, born in MO.

Hannah E. Morehead1,2

F, b. circa 1836
Last EditedMay 31, 2020
     Hannah E. Morehead was born circa 1836 at KY, USA.1 As of August 9, 1857,her married name was Offutt.1,3 She married Lewis W. Offutt, son of Maryann Harrison, on August 9, 1857 at Holt County, MO, USA.1,3

Family

Lewis W. Offutt b. c 1837, d. c 16 Sep 1863
Child

Citations

  1. [S6102] July 12, 1860 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; Jackson Township, Andrew Cty, MO, Line 21 lists Hannah, age 24, born in KY.
  2. [S6103] Marr. Bk. B, Holt Cty., MO: Marriage Book B, page 99. "To the Clerk of the Circuit Court of Holt Cty, Mo. This is to certify that a marriage ceremony was adminisytered between Lewis W. Offitt and Hannah E. Morehead by the undersigned Minister of the Gospel, this ninth day of August 1857. R. Alexander."
  3. [S6103] Marr. Bk. B, Holt Cty., MO: Marriage Book B, page 99. "To the Clerk of the Circuit Court of Holt Cty, Mo. This is to certify that a marriage ceremony was administered between Lewis W. Offitt and Hannah E. Morehead by the undersigned Minister of the Gospel, this ninth day of August 1857. R. Alexander."
  4. [S6102] July 12, 1860 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; Jackson Township, Andrew Cty, MO, Line 22 lists Allice, age 1, born in MO.

Allice Offutt1

F, b. circa 1859
FatherLewis W. Offutt1 b. c 1837, d. c 16 Sep 1863
MotherHannah E. Morehead1 b. c 1836
Last EditedMay 29, 2020
     Allice Offutt was born circa 1859 at MO, USA.1

Citations

  1. [S6102] July 12, 1860 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; Jackson Township, Andrew Cty, MO, Line 22 lists Allice, age 1, born in MO.

Elizabeth Reed Offutt1,2

F, b. February 28, 1918, d. December 4, 1966
FatherSamuel J. Offutt2,1 b. 2 Nov 1878, d. 3 Mar 1964
MotherNell Priscella Reed2,1 b. 6 Jan 1899, d. 8 Aug 1974
Last EditedJune 12, 2021
     Elizabeth Reed Offutt was born on February 28, 1918 at Greenfield, Hancock County, IN, USA.1,2,3 As of June 20, 1942,her married name was Mitchell.1,4 She died on December 4, 1966 at Medical Center Hospital, Albany, Albany County, NY, USA, at age 48.1 She was buried circa December 8, 1966 at Park Cemetery, Greenfield, Hancock County, IN, USA.1,3

Citations

  1. [S6114] Greenfield Daily Reporter, December 6, 1966, Pg. 1, Printed in the Tuesday, December 6, 1966 edition of the Greenfield Daily Reporter on page 1. "Mrs. Elizabeth Offutt Mitchell Passes Away
    Mrs. Elizabeth Offutt Mitchell, age 48, passed away at 9 p.m. Sunday, at Medical Center Hospital, Albany. N.Y., after a short illness. Mrs. Mitchell was born in Greenfield, the daughter of the late Judge Samuel J. Offutt and Nell Reed Offutt. She is survived by her husband, Richard, two daughters, Elizabeth Ann and Margaret Offutt Mitchell of Albany, N.Y.; her mother, Mrs. Nell Offutt, of Greenfield; one sister, Mrs. Howard Romack, Cambridge, N.Y.; one aunt, Miss Clara Offutt, Indianapolis; three nephews, Howard, Charles and John Romack; one cousin, Mrs. Laura A. Heritier, Columbia City. Mrs. Mitchell was a member of Pauling Avenue Methodist Church, Troy, N.Y.; Miriam Chapter, O.E.S., and Tri Kappa. She graduated from Greenfield High School in1935. DePauw University in 1939, and did graduate work at Butler University. At DePauw, she was a member of Kappa Alpha Theta. Until recently she was associated with the Emma Willard School, Troy, N.Y. Funeral services will be conducted at 1:30 p.m. Thursday, at Pasco Memorial Mortuary, with Rev. Lyle Rasmussen officiating. Interment will be in Park Cemetery. Friends may call at the mortuary after 7 p.m. Wednesday."
  2. [S6584] Elizabeth Reed Offutt, Birth Certificate Registered No. 11; Handwritten 6882, Indiana Birth Certificate. Registered No. 11; Handwritten 6882. Place of birth Center Township; Greenfield, Hancock County. Name of Child: Elizabeth Reed Offutt. A female, born Feb. 28, 1918. Father: Samuel J. Offutt. Residence: Greenfield, Ind. White. Age: 39. Birthplace: Ind. Occupation: Lawyer. Mother's Full Maiden Name: Nell Reed. Residence: Greenfield, Ind. White. Age: 29. Birthplace: Ind. Number of children born to this mother: 3. Number of children born to this mother living: 2. (1918).
  3. [S1103] Find A Grave, online http://www.findagrave.com/cgi-bin/fg.cgi, Find A Grave Memorial #157435926. Buried in Lot 166 Grave 1 Section 16. Photo of grave marker. "MITCHELL ELIZABETH OFFUTT FEB. 28, 1918 - DEC. 4, 1966; RICHARD B. FEB. 9, 1915 - MAR. 18, 1991."
  4. [S6585] The Hancock Democrat, June 25, 1942, Pg. 1, Printed in the Thursday, June 25, 1942 edition of The Hancock Democrat on page 1. "R. B. MITCHELLS ON WEDDING TRIP - Ceremony Read at Bride's Home Saturday Evening - Mr. and Mrs. Richard B. Mitchell are on a wedding trip north, following their marriage at 8:30 o'clock Saturday evening last at the home of the bride's parents. Mrs. Mitchell was Miss Elizabeth Reed Offutt, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Samuel J. Offutt, and Mr. Mitchell is the son or Mr. and Mrs. John C. Comstock….". The article goes on at length listing guests, as well as what the bridal party wore.

Ocey Offutt1

F, b. November 26, 1875, d. July 28, 1944
FatherJames Orlando Offutt1 b. 1842, d. 14 Apr 1879
MotherSarah E. Jackson1 d. 16 Oct 1881
Last EditedJune 12, 2020
     Ocey Offutt was born on November 26, 1875 at MO, USA.1,2,3,4,5 She was listed in the 1880 census at Virgil Township, Vernon County, MO, USA, in the household of Bettie Offutt on June 23, 1880.6 As of June 23, 1880, Ocey Offutt was also known as Osieola Offutt.3 As of May 31, 1891,her married name was Michael.7 She married Orrey Michael on May 31, 1891 at MO, USA.7 Ocey Offutt died on July 28, 1944 at Ozark Osteopathic Hospital, Springfield, Greene County, MO, USA, at age 68.8,5 She was buried on July 30, 1944 at Mansfield Cemetery, Mansfield, Wright County, MO, USA.5,9

Family

Orrey Michael b. c 1868
Children

Citations

  1. [S6120] James Orlando Offutt, DECLARATION FOR CHILDREN UNDER SIXTEEN YEARS OF AGE, Application 508738, Lists the minor children of James Orlando Offutt as Ralph E. Offutt, born April 11, 1879 and Ocey Offutt, born November 26, 1875. That the father was married under the name James O. Offutt to Sarah E. Jackson.
  2. [S6121] James Orlando Offutt, GENERAL AFFIDAVIT, Application 508738, In this affadavit it lists the birthdate of Ocey Offutt as November 26, 1875.
  3. [S1861] June 23, 1880 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; Virgil Township, Vernon County, MO, Line 17 lists Osieola, a daughter, age 4, born in Missouri.
  4. [S1103] Find A Grave, online http://www.findagrave.com/cgi-bin/fg.cgi, Find A Grave memorial #144803865. Bio Section has "Ossie Offutt. Her name appears in the records as: Osieola, Ossie, Ossi, Osie. She was born 26 Nov 1875 in Ray County Missouri, the daughter of James Orlander Offutt and Sarah Bettie Jackson. Ossie or Osie was married to Orry E Michael 31 May 1891 in Daviess County Missouri. They later divorced. At some point before 1930 Ossie married Harry Hoffman. He passed away 1937 in Kansas City, Missouri. Per Ossie Hoffman's death certificate, she was buried at Mansfield Cemetery under the direction of the Steffe Funeral Home."
  5. [S6137] Ossie Hoffman, State of Missouri Death Certificate, Reg. Dist. No. 128; Primary Reg. Dist. 5466; State File No. 24694; Registrar's No. 623. Death Certificate for Ossie Hoffman. Died July 28, 1944 in Ozark Osteopathic Hospital, Greene County, MO. A female born November 26, 1875 in Gallatin, Missouri. Appears to say that she was married twice and was widowed. Husband's name Harry Hoffman, he is listed as deceased. Buried July 31, 1944 in Mansfield Cemetery. Informant Luetta Bacon. Both of her parents are listed as unknown.
  6. [S1861] June 23, 1880 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; Virgil Township, Vernon County, MO, Dwelling #85 and Family #161. Line 16 lists Bettie Offutt, age 25, mark in widowed/divorced column, keeps house, born in Missouri. Line 17 lists Osieola, a daughter, age 4, born in Missouri. Line 18 lists H. Raplh, a son, age 2.
  7. [S6135] Daviess Cty. MO Marr. Reg. 1859-1891: Daviess County Missouri Marriage Register 1859-1891, page 353, #2316. Marriage license application, Marriage License and mariage certification for Orrey E. Michael, age 23 of Daviess County, Missouri and Miss Ocey Offitt, age 16, of Daivess County, Missouri (Guardians written consent). Marriage performed by J. W. Casebolt(?) on May 31, 1891. Marriage was recorded June 11, 1891. [Spelling of names is as on the document, (?) means that I am unsure that I am correct in my transcription for the name or text]
  8. [S6136] The Kansas City Times, August 9, 1944, Pg. 6, Printed in the Wednesday, August 9, 1944 edition of The Kansas City Times, page 6. "Mrs. Ossie Hoffman, 69, 2818 Peery, died Jul 28 in a Sringfield, MO., hospital. She had been visiting a daughter, Mrs. B. B. Bacon, Mansfield, MO., when she became ill. Surviving also are a brother, Ralph Offut, somewhere in Colorado, and two sons, Lowell Michael and Ralph Michael, Leavenworh, Kas. Service and burial were held July 30 at Mansfield."
  9. [S1103] Find A Grave, online http://www.findagrave.com/cgi-bin/fg.cgi, Find A Grave memorial #144803865. Bio Section has "Ossie Offutt. Her name appears in the records as: Osieola, Ossie, Ossi, Osie. She was born 26 Nov 1875 in Ray County Missouri, the daughter of James Orlander Offutt and Sarah Bettie Jackson. Ossie or Osie was married to Orry E Michael 31 May 1891 in Daviess County Missouri. They later divorced. At some point before 1930 Ossie married Harry Hoffman. He passed away 1937 in Kansas City, Missouri. Per Ossie Hoffman's death certificate, she was buied at Mansfield Cemetery under the direction of the Steffe Funeral Home."
  10. [S6139] Garrie E. Michael, State of Missouri Death Certificate, Reg. Dist. No. 398; Primary Reg. Dist. 3019; State File No. 2991; Registered No. 43. Death Certificate for Garrie E. Michael. Died February 8, 1938; Independence Sanitarium & Hospital, Independence, Jackson County, MO. A male born April 17, 1893 in Pattonsburg, Missouri. Married. Husband of Charline Michael. Buried February 9, 1938 in Mt. Moriah. Filed February 10, 1938. Informant Mrs. Charline Michael, 1427 Hardy, Independence, Missouri. Father Orie Michael. Mother's maiden name Osie Offutt. Mother listed as born in Fleming, MO [Fleming, Missouri is in Ray County].
  11. [S6138] Naomi Huson, State of Missouri Death Certificate, Reg. Dist. No. ; Primary Reg. Dist. ; State File No. 38402; Registered No. 4532. Death Certificate for Naomi Huson. Died November 24, 1917 at 1419 Jefferson, Kansas City, Jackson County, MO. A female born December 4, 1899 in Ray County, Missouri. Married. Buried July 31, 1944 in Mt. Washington November 26, 1917. Informant O. E. Michael, same address as place of death. Father Orry E. Michael. Mother's maiden name Ossie Offutte. Both of her parents are listed as born in MO.

Ralph E. Offutt1

M, b. April 11, 1878, d. March 26, 1958
FatherJames Orlando Offutt1 b. 1842, d. 14 Apr 1879
MotherSarah E. Jackson1 d. 16 Oct 1881
Last EditedJune 10, 2020
     Ralph E. Offutt was born on April 11, 1878 at MO, USA.1,2,3,4,5 He lived in 1918 at Cameron, Clinton County, MO, USA.3 He lived on April 2, 1942 at Alamosa, Alamosa County, CO, USA.4 He died on March 26, 1958 at St. Mary Corwin Hospital, Pueblo, Pueblo County, CO, USA, at age 79.6 He was buried on March 29, 1958.7

Citations

  1. [S6120] James Orlando Offutt, DECLARATION FOR CHILDREN UNDER SIXTEEN YEARS OF AGE, Application 508738, Lists the minor children of James Orlando Offutt as Ralph E. Offutt, born April 11, 1879 and Ocey Offutt, born November 26, 1875. That the father was married under the name James O. Offutt to Sarah E. Jackson.
  2. [S6121] James Orlando Offutt, GENERAL AFFIDAVIT, Application 508738, In this affadavit it lists the birthdate of Ralph E. Offutt as April 11, 1877, not 1879. Later records, as in the World War I and World War II Draft Registration forms list his date of birth as April 11, 1878 so I've removed this date.
  3. [S6122] "WW 1 Draft Reg. Cards 1917-1918", World War I Draft Registration Card for Ralph Offutt. Residing at 216 ?, Cameron, MO. Age 40, born April 11, 1878; a US Citizen Native Born. Occupation Farmer but presently not working. Contact Person listed is Basil O. Offutt, at the same address. Back of card describes him as being of medium height, slender build with grey eyes and ?? hair.
  4. [S6123] "Draft Reg. Card", World War II Draft Registration Card for Ralph Offutt. Residing at 425 Main St., Alamosa, Alamosa, Colorado. Age 64, born April 11, 1878 in Atcheson, Kansas. Employed at the Stockyards in Alamosa. Contact Person listed is Opal, at the same address. Back of card describes him as being 5' 7" tall, 145 pounds, blue eyes and gray hair. In every Census record that I've found, he is listed as being born in MO so I have deleted the Atcheson, Kansas place of birth.
  5. [S1861] June 23, 1880 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; Virgil Township, Vernon County, MO, Line 18 lists H. Raplh, a son, age 2, born in MO.
  6. [S6126] The Cameron Sun and Weekly Observer, April 3, 1958, Pg. 1, Printed in the Thursday, April 3, 1958 edition of The Cameron Sun and Weekly Observer on page 1. "ATTEND RITES FOR FATHER - Basil Offutt and Mrs. Theo Gibson of Cameron, Orville Offutt of Stewartsville and Mrs. Ralph West, Anderson, Mo., returned Sunday evening from Alamosa, Colo., where they had attended funeral services Saturday morning for their father, Ralph Offutt. Mr. Offutt had been ill for several months, and a week prior to his death at St. Mary Corwin Hospital in Pueblo last Wednesday had had major surgery. His sons and daughters had been with him at that time. r Mrs. West's daughter, Mrs. Helmer Gylling. and family of Albuquerque. N. M.. also went to Alamosa for the services held at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church." Date of death calculated using calender.
  7. [S6126] The Cameron Sun and Weekly Observer, April 3, 1958, Pg. 1, Printed in the Thursday, April 3, 1958 edition of The Cameron Sun and Weekly Observer on page 1. "ATTEND RITES FOR FATHER - Basil Offutt and Mrs. Theo Gibson of Cameron, Orville Offutt of Stewartsville and Mrs. Ralph West, Anderson, Mo., returned Sunday evening from Alamosa, Colo., where they had attended funeral services Saturday morning for their father, Ralph Offutt. Mr. Offutt had been ill for several months, and a week prior to his death at St. Mary Corwin Hospital in Pueblo last Wednesday had had major surgery. His sons and daughters had been with him at that time. r Mrs. West's daughter, Mrs. Helmer Gylling. and family of Albuquerque. N. M.. also went to Alamosa for the services held at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church." Date of funeral calculated using calender.

Orrey Michael1

M, b. circa 1868
Last EditedJune 12, 2020
     Orrey Michael was born circa 1868.1 He married Ocey Offutt, daughter of James Orlando Offutt and Sarah E. Jackson, on May 31, 1891 at MO, USA.1

Family

Ocey Offutt b. 26 Nov 1875, d. 28 Jul 1944
Children

Citations

  1. [S6135] Daviess Cty. MO Marr. Reg. 1859-1891: Daviess County Missouri Marriage Register 1859-1891, page 353, #2316. Marriage license application, Marriage License and mariage certification for Orrey E. Michael, age 23 of Daviess County, Missouri and Miss Ocey Offitt, age 16, of Daivess County, Missouri (Guardians written consent). Marriage performed by J. W. Casebolt(?) on May 31, 1891. Marriage was recorded June 11, 1891. [Spelling of names is as on the document, (?) means that I am unsure that I am correct in my transcription for the name or text]
  2. [S6139] Garrie E. Michael, State of Missouri Death Certificate, Reg. Dist. No. 398; Primary Reg. Dist. 3019; State File No. 2991; Registered No. 43. Death Certificate for Garrie E. Michael. Died February 8, 1938; Independence Sanitarium & Hospital, Independence, Jackson County, MO. A male born April 17, 1893 in Pattonsburg, Missouri. Married. Husband of Charline Michael. Buried February 9, 1938 in Mt. Moriah. Filed February 10, 1938. Informant Mrs. Charline Michael, 1427 Hardy, Independence, Missouri. Father Orie Michael. Mother's maiden name Osie Offutt. Mother listed as born in Fleming, MO [Fleming, Missouri is in Ray County].
  3. [S6138] Naomi Huson, State of Missouri Death Certificate, Reg. Dist. No. ; Primary Reg. Dist. ; State File No. 38402; Registered No. 4532. Death Certificate for Naomi Huson. Died November 24, 1917 at 1419 Jefferson, Kansas City, Jackson County, MO. A female born December 4, 1899 in Ray County, Missouri. Married. Buried July 31, 1944 in Mt. Washington November 26, 1917. Informant O. E. Michael, same address as place of death. Father Orry E. Michael. Mother's maiden name Ossie Offutte. Both of her parents are listed as born in MO.

Naomi Michael1

F, b. December 4, 1899, d. November 24, 1917
FatherOrrey Michael1 b. c 1868
MotherOcey Offutt1 b. 26 Nov 1875, d. 28 Jul 1944
Last EditedJune 12, 2020
     Naomi Michael was born on December 4, 1899 at Ray County, MO, USA.1 She died on November 24, 1917 at Kansas City, Jackson County, MO, USA, at age 17.2 She was buried on November 26, 1917 at Mount Washington Cemetery, Independence, Jackson County, MO, USA.3

Citations

  1. [S6138] Naomi Huson, State of Missouri Death Certificate, Reg. Dist. No. ; Primary Reg. Dist. ; State File No. 38402; Registered No. 4532. Death Certificate for Naomi Huson. Died November 24, 1917 at 1419 Jefferson, Kansas City, Jackson County, MO. A female born December 4, 1899 in Ray County, Missouri. Married. Buried July 31, 1944 in Mt. Washington November 26, 1917. Informant O. E. Michael, same address as place of death. Father Orry E. Michael. Mother's maiden name Ossie Offutte. Both of her parents are listed as born in MO.
  2. [S6137] Ossie Hoffman, State of Missouri Death Certificate, Reg. Dist. No. ; Primary Reg. Dist. ; State File No. 38402; Registered No. 4532. Death Certificate for Naomi Huson. Died November 24, 1917 at 1419 Jefferson, Kansas City, Jackson County, MO. A female born December 4, 1899 in Ray County, Missouri. Married. Buried July 31, 1944 in Mt. Washington November 26, 1917. Informant O. E. Michael, same address as place of death. Father Orry E. Michael. Mother's maiden name Ossie Offutte. Both of her parents are listed as born in MO.
  3. [S1103] Find A Grave, online http://www.findagrave.com/cgi-bin/fg.cgi, Find A Grave memorial #141436012.

Garrie E. Michael1

M, b. April 17, 1893, d. February 8, 1938
FatherOrrey Michael1 b. c 1868
MotherOcey Offutt1 b. 26 Nov 1875, d. 28 Jul 1944
Last EditedJune 12, 2020
     Garrie E. Michael was born on April 17, 1893 at Pattonsburg, Daviess County, MO, USA.1 He died on February 8, 1938 at Independence Sanitarium & Hospital, independence, Jackson County, MO, USA, at age 44.1 He was buried on February 9, 1938 at Mount Moriah Cemetery, Kansas City, Jackson County, MO, USA.1,2

Citations

  1. [S6139] Garrie E. Michael, State of Missouri Death Certificate, Reg. Dist. No. 398; Primary Reg. Dist. 3019; State File No. 2991; Registered No. 43. Death Certificate for Garrie E. Michael. Died February 8, 1938; Independence Sanitarium & Hospital, Independence, Jackson County, MO. A male born April 17, 1893 in Pattonsburg, Missouri. Married. Husband of Charline Michael. Buried February 9, 1938 in Mt. Moriah. Filed February 10, 1938. Informant Mrs. Charline Michael, 1427 Hardy, Independence, Missouri. Father Orie Michael. Mother's maiden name Osie Offutt. Mother listed as born in Fleming, MO [Fleming, Missouri is in Ray County].
  2. [S1103] Find A Grave, online http://www.findagrave.com/cgi-bin/fg.cgi, Find A Grave memorial #144813381. Photo of grave marker. "GARRIE E. MICHAEL 1893-1938; EUGENE S. MICHAEL LOST ON TINIAN APR. 3, 1945."

Sarah Eleanor Brockway1

F, b. July 16, 1870, d. May 8, 1952
FatherCharles Vine Uttley Brockway1,2 b. 13 Jun 1807, d. 31 Mar 1884
MotherElizabeth Catherine Offutt1 b. 29 Dec 1833, d. 27 Jan 1920
Last EditedFebruary 27, 2022
     Sarah Eleanor Brockway was born on July 16, 1870 at DC, USA.1 As of after January 29, 1920,her married name was Hayward.3 She died on May 8, 1952 at Sacramento, Sacramento County, CA, USA, at age 81.1,2 She was buried on May 10, 1952 at Sacramento City Cemetery, Sacramento, Sacramento County, CA, USA.1,4

Citations

  1. [S1103] Find A Grave, online http://www.findagrave.com/cgi-bin/fg.cgi, Find A Grave memorial #11045265. Photo of grave marker. "WIFE SARAH B. HAYWARD JUL. 16, 1870 - MAY 8, 1952."
  2. [S6144] The Sacramento Bee, May 8, 1952, Pg. 53, Printed in the Thursday, May 8, 1952 edition of The Sacramento Bee on page 53. "Mrs. Sarah Hayward Dies In Hospital - Mrs. Sarah Hayward, the daughter of a pioneer Sacramento settler, died today in the Sutter Hospital. Her father, Charles V. U. Brockway, came across the plains in 1849 to settle in Sacramento. He first operated a motel at Eleventh and K Streets and then farmed on land extending from what is now the C. K. McClatchy High School property to Land Park between Freeport Boulevard and Land Park Drive. Mrs. Hayward's sister, Mrs. Eliza Ann Beach, 86, died Easter Sunday. Another sister, Mrs. Mary T. Edwards, lives at 3225 Freeport Boulevard. Mrs. Hayward lived most of her life in Sacramento. Her home was at 3219 Freeport Boulevard. Arrangements for the funeral will be made in the Harry A. Nauman & Son Funeral Home."
  3. [S6143] The Sacramento Bee, January 28, 1920, Pg. 14, Printed in the Wednesday, January 28, 1920 edition of The Sacramento Bee on page 14. "MRS. ELIZABETH BROCKWAY DIES. Death late yesterday afternoon claimed Mrs. Elizabeth C. Brockway, for more than fifty-five years a resident of Sacramento, and widow of the late C. V. Brockway. a prominent farmer of the Freeport District. The funeral will be held tomorrow from her late residence at 3203 Twenty-first Street. Mrs. Brockway was 80 years old, and was the mother of Mrs. J. H. Beach of Freeport, Mrs. M. T. Edwards and Miss Sadie E. Brockway of Sacramento." Since whe was listed as Miss Sadie Brockway marriage must have been after the date of the obituary.
  4. [S6145] The Sacramento Bee, May 9, 1952, Pg. 35, Printed in the Friday, May 9, 1952 edition of The Sacramento Bee on page 35. "Rev. J. Franklin Fisher of the Free Methodist Church will conduct funeral services tomorrow at 1:30 PM in the Harry A. Nauman & Son Funeral Home for Mrs. Sarah B. Hayward. Mrs. Hayward, daughter of a pioneer Sacramento settler, died yesterday in the Sutter Hospital. Her father, Charles V. U. Brockway, settled in Sacramento in 1849, entered the hotel business and later farmed extensively. Mrs. Hayward leaves her sister, Mrs. Mary T. Edwards of 3225 Freeport Boulevard."

Eliza Ann Brockway1

F, b. December 19, 1865, d. April 13, 1952
FatherCharles Vine Uttley Brockway1 b. 13 Jun 1807, d. 31 Mar 1884
MotherElizabeth Catherine Offutt1 b. 29 Dec 1833, d. 27 Jan 1920
Last EditedJune 13, 2020
     Eliza Ann Brockway was born on December 19, 1865 at CA, USA.1 As of 1896,her married name was Beach.2 She died on April 13, 1952 at Sacramento County, CA, USA, at age 86.1,2 She was buried on April 15, 1952 at Sacramento City Cemetery, Sacramento, Sacramento County, CA, USA.1,2

Citations

  1. [S1103] Find A Grave, online http://www.findagrave.com/cgi-bin/fg.cgi, Find A Grave memorial #9703700. Photo of grave marker. "ELIZA ANN BEACH DECEMBER 19, 1865 - APRIL 13, 1952."
  2. [S6146] The Sacramento Bee, April 15, 1952, Pg. 3, Printed in the Tuesday, April 15, 1952 edition of The Sacramento Bee on page 3. "Twin Daughter Of Capital Pioneer Is Dead At 86 - Final rites were held today for Mrs. Eliza Ann Beach, 86. believed to have been one of the oldest of native born Sacramento twins. She was the daughter of a pioneer Sacramento settler. - Mrs. Beach died Sunday in her ranch home in the Freeport District. Her twin sister is Mrs. Mary T. Edwards of 3225 Freeport Boulevard. - Father A 49e'r - Mrs. Beach was the daughter of Charles V. U. Brockway, he came across the plains in Sacramento. He first operated a hotel at Eleventh and K Street and then farmed on land in the vicinity of what is now the C. K. McClatchy High School property. - Mrs. Beach and her sister were born in the family home located where the C. K. McClatchy High School now stands. She married Julius H. Beach in 1896. He operated a Freeport district ranch for She was a member of the Sacramento Grange No. 12. - Two Survivors - Also surviving are a son. Alvin I Beach of the Freeport area. and another sister. Mrs. Sarah B. Hayward of Sacramento."
    Burial was in the City Cemetery following rites in the Harry A. Nauman Funeral Home.

Mary Teresa Brockway1,2

F, b. December 19, 1865, d. January 12, 1959
FatherCharles Vine Uttley Brockway1 b. 13 Jun 1807, d. 31 Mar 1884
MotherElizabeth Catherine Offutt1 b. 29 Dec 1833, d. 27 Jan 1920
Last EditedJune 13, 2020
     Mary Teresa Brockway was born on December 19, 1865.1,2 As of 1890,her married name was Edwards.1 She married Benjamin L. Edwards in 1890.1 Mary Teresa Brockway died on January 12, 1959 at Sacramento, Sacramento County, CA, USA, at age 93.1,2

Family

Benjamin L. Edwards d. 1897

Citations

  1. [S6147] The Sacramento Bee, January 13, 1959, Pg. B4, Printed in the Tuesday, January 13, 1959 edition of The Sacramento Bee on page B4. "Mary Edwards Dies; Father Was Pioneer
    Mrs. Mary T. Edwards, the daughter of a pioneer Sacramento settler, died last night in her home at 3225 Freeport Boulevard at the age of 93. She was born in the family ranch home on land which is now part of the C. K. McClatchy High School property. - Father Ran Hotel - Her father, Charles V. U. Brockway, came across the plains in 1849 to settle in Placerville, EI Dorado County, and a short time later in Sacramento. At first he operated a hotel at 11th and K Streets and then he farmed on land which extended from the presen high school property to Land Park between Freeport Boulevard and Land Park Drive. - She and her husband, Benjamin L. Edwards, a rancher, were married in 1890 and established their home at 3225 Freeport Boulevard. He died seven years later. Her sisters, Mrs. Eliza Annie Beach and Mrs. Sarah B. Hayward, both of Sacramento, died in 1952. - Son Survives - She leaves a son, Lincoln B. Edwards of the Freeport Boulevard address; nephews and nieces, C. Alvin Beach of Sacramento, Elizabeth G. Edwards of San Mateo, San Mateo County; Mrs. Marion G. Freeborn of Davis, Yolo County; and Thomas E. Gay of Berkeley. Services will be held Thursday at 11 AM in the Harry A. Nauman & Son Funeral Home. Burial will be in the City Cemetery."
  2. [S1103] Find A Grave, online http://www.findagrave.com/cgi-bin/fg.cgi, Find A Grave memorial #11045288. Photo of grave marker. "MARY T. EDWARDS DEC. 19, 1865 - JAN. 12, 1959 NATIVE OF CALIF."

Benjamin L. Edwards1

M, d. 1897
Last EditedJune 13, 2020
     Benjamin L. Edwards married Mary Teresa Brockway, daughter of Charles Vine Uttley Brockway and Elizabeth Catherine Offutt, in 1890.1 Benjamin L. Edwards died in 1897.1

Family

Mary Teresa Brockway b. 19 Dec 1865, d. 12 Jan 1959

Citations

  1. [S6147] The Sacramento Bee, January 13, 1959, Pg. B4, Printed in the Tuesday, January 13, 1959 edition of The Sacramento Bee on page B4. "Mary Edwards Dies; Father Was Pioneer
    Mrs. Mary T. Edwards, the daughter of a pioneer Sacramento settler, died last night in her home at 3225 Freeport Boulevard at the age of 93. She was born in the family ranch home on land which is now part of the C. K. McClatchy High School property. - Father Ran Hotel - Her father, Charles V. U. Brockway, came across the plains in 1849 to settle in Placerville, EI Dorado County, and a short time later in Sacramento. At first he operated a hotel at 11th and K Streets and then he farmed on land which extended from the presen high school property to Land Park between Freeport Boulevard and Land Park Drive. - She and her husband, Benjamin L. Edwards, a rancher, were married in 1890 and established their home at 3225 Freeport Boulevard. He died seven years later. Her sisters, Mrs. Eliza Annie Beach and Mrs. Sarah B. Hayward, both of Sacramento, died in 1952. - Son Survives - She leaves a son, Lincoln B. Edwards of the Freeport Boulevard address; nephews and nieces, C. Alvin Beach of Sacramento, Elizabeth G. Edwards of San Mateo, San Mateo County; Mrs. Marion G. Freeborn of Davis, Yolo County; and Thomas E. Gay of Berkeley. Services will be held Thursday at 11 AM in the Harry A. Nauman & Son Funeral Home. Burial will be in the City Cemetery."

Neva Ruthe Hubbard1,2

F, b. July 9, 1901, d. July 23, 1977
Last EditedSeptember 28, 2022
     Neva Ruthe Hubbard was born on July 9, 1901 at WA, USA.3,4,5 As of February 5, 1921,her married name was Offutt.1 She married James Edris Offutt, son of Horace Durant Offutt and Lola A. Edris, on February 5, 1921 at Coeur d'Alene, Kootenai County, ID, USA.1 Ruthe H. Offutt and James Edris Offutt appeared in the Fifteenth Federal Census on April 3, 1930 at Spokane, Spokane County, WA, USA.6 As of April 3, 1930, Neva Ruthe Hubbard was also known as Ruthe H. Offutt.3,7,5 She and James Edris Offutt appeared in the Sixteenth Federal Census of April 3, 1940 at Spokane, Spokane County, WA, USA.8 Ruthe H. Offutt died on July 23, 1977 at Spokane, Spokane County, WA, USA, at age 76.9,5 She was buried at Riverside Memorial Park, Spokane, Spokane County, WA.10
Shared grave marker for James E. and Ruthe H. Offutt
Photo taken by James Luders

Family

James Edris Offutt b. 1 Apr 1895, d. 11 Mar 1958
Child

Citations

  1. [S6154] Morning Register, February 9, 1921, Pg. Five, Printed in the Wednesday, February 9, 1921 edition of the Morning Register on page Five. "Local Boy Married in Idaho - James Edris Offutt, former Eugene boy, and Miss Neva Hubbard were married in Coeur d'Alene Idaho, February 5, according to word received here. Offutt is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Horace D. Offutt, who now make their home in Spokane, Wash."
  2. [S7079] James Edris Offutt Jr., State of Washington Death Cert., Local File No. 0248; State File No. 01883. James Edris Offutt, Jr. Male. White. Age 57 years months days. Date of Birth Sept. 13, 1921. Died January 31, 1979 in Spokane, Spokane County, Washington. State of Birth Washington. Divorced. Occupation Truck Driver. Father James Edris Offutt Sr. Mother's Maiden Name Neva Ruthe Hubbard. Record indicates he was cremated February 2, 1979, Medical Lake, WA. Informant was Kathy L. Pitts. Filed February 2, 1979.
  3. [S3320] April 3, 1930 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule;Spokane, Spokane Cty., WA, Dwelling and Family number 49. Line 11 lists wife Ruthe H., age 28, married, age at first marriage 20, born in WA, father and mother born in NY, no occupation.
  4. [S6155] April 3, 1940 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; Spokane, Spokane County, WA, Dwelling number 47. Line 58 lists wife Ruthe H., age 38, born in Washington.
  5. [S7078] Ruthe H. Offutt, State of Washington Death Cert., Local File No. 1789; State File No. 16520. Ruthe H. Offutt. Female. White. Age 76 years months days. Date of Birth 7/9/1901. Died July 23, 1977 in Spokane, Spokane County, Washington. State of Birth Washington. Widowed. Occupation Housewife. Father Clarence G. Hubbard. Mother's Maiden Name Blanche M. Alden. Record indicates she was cremated July 25, 1977. Informant was Edith A. Franklin. Filed July 26, 1977.
  6. [S3320] April 3, 1930 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule;Spokane, Spokane Cty., WA, Dwelling and Family number 49. Line 10 lists James E. Offutt, age 35, married, age at first marrriage 26, born in OR, father born in PA, mother born in OR, occupation fireman, industry city, veteran of WW. Line 11 lists wife Ruthe H., age 28, married, age at first marriage 20, born in WA, father and mother born in NY, no occupation. Line 12 lists son James E. Jr., age 8, born in WA, father born in OR mother born in WA. Line 13 lists a roomer named Reese Hubbard, age 12 born in Idaho, father and mother born in NY.
  7. [S6164] Montana Marriage Certificate: Missoula County Montana Marriage Certificate. Marriage License No. 11263. State File No. 56 320111. County of Missoula; City of Missoula. Groom James E. Offutt Jr.; Residence Proctor, Montana; born September 13, 1921; white; birth place Spokane, Washington; Divorced; Number of marriage not shown; Father's Name James E. Offutt Sr.; Mother's Maiden Name Ruth Hubbard. Bride Doretta Offutt; Residence Missoula, Montana; born April 12, 1919; white; birth place Cedar Edge, Colorado; Divorced; Number of marriage not shown; Father's Name John T. Williams; Mother's Maiden Name Alma B. Woods. Marriage License Granted May 11, 1956. Marriage performed May 11, 1956 by E. W. Ziesemer, Justice of the Peace.
  8. [S6155] April 3, 1940 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; Spokane, Spokane County, WA, Dwelling number 47. Line 57 lists James E. Offutt, age 45, born in Oregon, a fireman in the city fire department. Line 58 lists wife Ruthe H., age 38, born in Washington. Line 59 lists son James E. Jr., age 18, born in Washington.
  9. [S6156] Spokane Daily Chronicle, July 26, 1977, Pg. 8, Printed in the Tuesday, July 26, 1977 edition of the Spokane Daily Chronicle on page 8. "Ruthe H. Offutt - Ruthe H. Offutt, 76, a lifetime Spokane resident, died Saturday in a nursing home. Her husband, James E. Offutt, a retired city fireman, died in 1958. Mrs. Offutt was a member of the Retired Firefighters Association and the Daughters of the Nile. Her home was at W2728 College. Survivors include a son, James E. Offutt Jr., Spokane, and a sister Mrs. Edith A. Franklin, Spokane. Smith's is in charge of arrangements."
  10. [S1103] Find A Grave, online http://www.findagrave.com/cgi-bin/fg.cgi, Find A Grave memorial #239457173. Plot Smilax Lawn. Photo of shared grave marker. "OFFUTT JAMES E. 1895 - 1958 RUTHE H. 1901 - 1977."

James Edris Offutt Jr.1,2

M, b. September 13, 1921, d. January 31, 1979
FatherJames Edris Offutt3,2 b. 1 Apr 1895, d. 11 Mar 1958
MotherNeva Ruthe Hubbard3,2 b. 9 Jul 1901, d. 23 Jul 1977
Last EditedSeptember 28, 2022
James E. Offutt Jr.
Printed in the Tuesday, March 14, 1944 edition of the The Spokesman-Review on page 5
     James Edris Offutt Jr. was born on September 13, 1921 at Spokane, Spokane County, WA, USA.1,4,5,6,3 He was listed in the 1930 census at Spokane, Spokane County, WA, USA, in the household of James Edris Offutt and Ruthe H. Offutt on April 3, 1930.7 James Edris Offutt Jr. was listed in the 1940 census at Spokane, Spokane County, WA, USA, in the household of James Edris Offutt and Ruthe H. Offutt on April 3, 1940.8 James Edris Offutt Jr. began military service on September 27, 1942 at U.S. Navy, Seattle, King County, WA, USA.4 He was assigned on June 14, 1943, to the U.S.S. John Penn (APA-23.) He was onboard the U.S.S. John Penn (APA-23) when it was sunk on August 13, 1943, off the coast of Guadalcanal.9
A picture of the Penobscot(YT-42) underway circa the later 1930s, probably in New York Harbor area.
Picture from the Naval Heritage and History Command, copyright National Archives
He was assigned on September 3, 1943, to the U.S.S. President Jackson (APA-18.)
A picture of the U.S.S. President Jackson, March 8, 1947
Picture from the Naval Heritage and History Command and is considered public domain
He was transferred on February 14, 1944, off of the U.S.S. President Jackson (APA-18.) He was assigned on May 27, 1944, to the U.S.S. Counsel (AM-165) as it was commissioned.
A picture of the U.S.S. Admirable (AM-136), the U.S.S. Counsel was a vessel just like this
Picture from the Naval Heritage and History Command, copyright National Archives
He ended military service on October 19, 1945 at U.S. Navy, USA.4 He married Doretta Bringman on December 9, 1953 at Spokane, Spokane County, WA, USA.10 James Edris Offutt Jr. and Doretta Offutt were divorced before May 11, 1956.11 James Edris Offutt Jr. married Doretta Offutt on May 11, 1956 at Missoula, Missoula County, MT, USA.3 James Edris Offutt Jr. died on January 31, 1979 at Veterans Administration Medical Center, Spokane, Spokane County, WA, USA, at age 57.4,12,2 A grave marker for James Edris Offutt Jr. is at Fairmount Memorial Park, Spokane, Spokane County, WA, USA.13

Family

Doretta Williams b. 12 Apr 1919, d. 23 Dec 2002

Citations

  1. [S3320] April 3, 1930 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule;Spokane, Spokane Cty., WA, Dwelling and Family number 49. Line 12 lists son James E. Jr., age 8, born in WA, father born in OR mother born in WA. Line 13 lists a roomer named Reese Hubbard, age 12 born in Idaho, father and mother born in NY.
  2. [S7079] James Edris Offutt Jr., State of Washington Death Cert., Local File No. 0248; State File No. 01883. James Edris Offutt, Jr. Male. White. Age 57 years months days. Date of Birth Sept. 13, 1921. Died January 31, 1979 in Spokane, Spokane County, Washington. State of Birth Washington. Divorced. Occupation Truck Driver. Father James Edris Offutt Sr. Mother's Maiden Name Neva Ruthe Hubbard. Record indicates he was cremated February 2, 1979, Medical Lake, WA. Informant was Kathy L. Pitts. Filed February 2, 1979.
  3. [S6164] Montana Marriage Certificate: Missoula County Montana Marriage Certificate. Marriage License No. 11263. State File No. 56 320111. County of Missoula; City of Missoula. Groom James E. Offutt Jr.; Residence Proctor, Montana; born September 13, 1921; white; birth place Spokane, Washington; Divorced; Number of marriage not shown; Father's Name James E. Offutt Sr.; Mother's Maiden Name Ruth Hubbard. Bride Doretta Offutt; Residence Missoula, Montana; born April 12, 1919; white; birth place Cedar Edge, Colorado; Divorced; Number of marriage not shown; Father's Name John T. Williams; Mother's Maiden Name Alma B. Woods. Marriage License Granted May 11, 1956. Marriage performed May 11, 1956 by E. W. Ziesemer, Justice of the Peace.
  4. [S5646] BIRLS File, online www.ancestry.com, Name: James Offutt. Gender: Male. Birth Date: 13 Sep 1921. Death Date: 31 Jan 1979. SSN: XXX-XX-XXXX. Branch 1: NAVY. Enlistment Date 1: 27 Sep 1942. Release Date 1: 19 Oct 1945.
  5. [S6155] April 3, 1940 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; Spokane, Spokane County, WA, Dwelling number 47. Line 59 lists son James E. Jr., age 18, born in Washington.
  6. [S6162] "Draft Reg. Card", Draft Registration Card for James Edris Offutt Jr., age 20, born September 13, 1921 in Spokane, Washington.
  7. [S3320] April 3, 1930 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule;Spokane, Spokane Cty., WA, Dwelling and Family number 49. Line 10 lists James E. Offutt, age 35, married, age at first marrriage 26, born in OR, father born in PA, mother born in OR, occupation fireman, industry city, veteran of WW. Line 11 lists wife Ruthe H., age 28, married, age at first marriage 20, born in WA, father and mother born in NY, no occupation. Line 12 lists son James E. Jr., age 8, born in WA, father born in OR mother born in WA. Line 13 lists a roomer named Reese Hubbard, age 12 born in Idaho, father and mother born in NY.
  8. [S6155] April 3, 1940 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; Spokane, Spokane County, WA, Dwelling number 47. Line 57 lists James E. Offutt, age 45, born in Oregon, a fireman in the city fire department. Line 58 lists wife Ruthe H., age 38, born in Washington. Line 59 lists son James E. Jr., age 18, born in Washington.
  9. [S6157] The Spokesman-Review, March 12, 1944, Pg. 10, Printed in the Sunday, March 12, 1944 edition of The Spokesman-Review on page 10. Provides details regarding the naval service of James E. Offutt Jr. and how he'd been on two ships that were sunk in action.
  10. [S6163] Spokane Cty., WA Marr. James E. Offutt Jr.: Spokane County Washington Marriage Records, September -December 1953. Marriage Certificate No. 12617B. Marriage of James E. Offutt Jr. of Spokane, Washington and Doretta Bringman, of Colbert, Washington. Married 9 December 1953 in Spokane by Gordon S. Lower.
  11. [S6068] Soc. Sec. App. & Claims Ind., Doretta Williams, [Doretta Wall Glover], [Doretta Bringman], [Doretta Offutt], [Doretta Cowan]. Gender: Female. Race: White. Birth Date: 12 Apr 1919. Birth Place: Cederedge, Colorado. Death Date: 3 Dec 2002. Father: John T Williams. Mother: Alma B Woods. SSN:      XXXXXXXXX. Notes: Jun 1936: Name listed as DORETTA WILLIAMS; Jan 1944: Name listed as DORETTA WALL GLOVER; Feb 1952: Name listed as DORETTA BRINGMAN; Jan 1956: Name listed as DORETTA OFFUTT; Jul 1968: Name listed as DORETTA COWAN; 26 Jan 1977: Name listed as DORETTA BRUBAKER.
  12. [S6165] Spokane Daily Chronicle, February 1, 1979, Pg. D5, Printed in the Thursday, February 1 1979 edition of the Spokane Daily Chronicle on page D5. "OFFUTT, James E. Jr. - Passed away January 31, 1979. His home, Spokane. Survived by one son, Terry Dean Offutt, Spokane; one daughter, Mrs. David (Kathy Lynn) Pitts, Spokane. No services are planned. Cremation. BALL & DODD FUNERAL HOME, S421 DIVISION ST. in charge."
  13. [S1103] Find A Grave, online http://www.findagrave.com/cgi-bin/fg.cgi, Find A Grave Memorial #184001311. Photo of grave marker. "JAMES E. OFFUTT Jr. 1921 - 1979."