William B. Hanks1

M, b. September 27, 1848, d. April 7, 1923
Last EditedMay 31, 2020
     William B. Hanks was born on September 27, 1848 at Holt County, MO, USA.2,3,4,5 He married Virginia Offutt, daughter of Maryann Harrison, on April 4, 1869 at Holt County, MO, USA.6,7 William B. Hanks and Virginia Hanks appeared on the Federal Census of July 14, 1870 at Benton Township, Holt County, MO, USA.8 William B. Hanks and Virginia Hanks appeared on the Federal Census of June 14, 1880 at Liberty Township, Holt County, MO, USA.9 William B. Hanks was a named as the husband of Virginia Hanks, 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.10 William B. Hanks appeared on the Twelfth Federal Census of June 9, 1900 at Liberty Township, Holt County, MO, USA.11 He died on April 7, 1923 at Hiawatha, Brown County, KS, USA, at age 74.5 He was buried on April 9, 1923 at New Liberty Cemetery, Craig, Holt County, MO, USA.5,12

Family

Virginia Offutt b. 27 Jun 1850, d. 10 Jan 1937
Children

Citations

  1. [S350] Ancestry Inc., online www.ancestry.com, Ancestry.com. Missouri, Compiled Marriages, 1851-1900 [database on-line]. Provo, UT, USA: Ancestry.com Operations Inc, 2000. Name: William B. Hanks. Spouse: Virginia Offutt. Marriage Date: 4 Apr 1869. County: Holt.
    State:      MO.
  2. [S6091] July 14, 1870 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; Benton Township, Holt County, MO, Line 10, Dwelling 336, Family 319. Lists William Hanks, a farmer, age 21, born in MO.
  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.
  4. [S6093] June 9, 1900 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; Liberty Township, Holt County, MO, Line 47, Dwelling 115, Family 116. Lists William Hanks, a farmer, born Sept 1848, age 51, born in MO, married 31 years.
  5. [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.
  6. [S350] Ancestry Inc., online www.ancestry.com, Ancestry.com. Missouri, Compiled Marriages, 1851-1900 [database on-line]. Provo, UT, USA: Ancestry.com Operations Inc, 2000. Name: William B. Hanks. Spouse: Virginia Offutt. Marriage Date: 4 Apr 1869. County: Holt. State: MO.
  7. [S6095] Marr. Bk. B, Holt Cty., MO: Holt County Marriage Book B, page 283. "This is to certify that on the 4th day of April 1869 Mr. William B. Hanks and Miss Virginia Offutt both of Holt Co Mo were by me united in marriage according to law Forest City Mo April 6th 1869 G. W. H????? Minister."
  8. [S6091] July 14, 1870 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; Benton Township, Holt County, MO, Line 10, Dwelling 336, Family 319. Lists William Hanks, a farmer, age 21, born in MO. Line 11 lists Jennie, age 20, born in VA.
  9. [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.
  10. [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.
  11. [S6093] June 9, 1900 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; Liberty Township, Holt County, MO, Line 47, Dwelling 115, Family 116. Lists William Hanks, a farmer, born Sept 1848, age 51, born in MO, married 31 years. Line 48 lists wife Virginia, born June 1850, age 49, born in VA, married 31 years, 3 children all living. Line 49 lists son Lenard, born Nov 1880, age 19, born in MO. Line 50 lists son Alonzo, born Oct 1888, age 11, born in MO.
  12. [S1103] Find A Grave, online http://www.findagrave.com/cgi-bin/fg.cgi, Find A Grave memorial #130185513. Photo of grave marker "FATHER; WILLIAM B.; 1849-1923."
  13. [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.
  14. [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.
  15. [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.
  16. [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.

Virginia Offutt1

F, b. June 27, 1850, d. January 10, 1937
MotherMaryann Harrison2 b. c 31 Dec 1809, d. 20 Feb 1894
Last EditedFebruary 1, 2024
     Virginia Offutt was born on June 27, 1850 at VA, USA.3,4,5,6,7,8 She was listed in the 1850 census at 4th District, Preston County, VA, USA, in the household of Maryann Offutt on August 1, 1850.9 Virginia Offutt was listed in the 1860 census at Forest City, Holt County, MO, USA, in the household of Maryann Offutt on July 9, 1860.10 As of April 4, 1869,her married name was Hanks.3,11 Virginia Offutt married William B. Hanks on April 4, 1869 at Holt County, MO, USA.3,11 Virginia Hanks and William B. Hanks appeared on the Federal Census of July 14, 1870 at Benton Township, Holt County, MO, USA.12 As of July 14, 1870, Virginia Offutt was also known as Jennie Hanks.5 She and William B. Hanks appeared on the Federal Census of June 14, 1880 at Liberty Township, Holt County, MO, USA.13 Virginia Hanks 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 Jennie Hanks and Henry Clay Offutt (an unknown value) on June 12, 1925 at Sabetha, Nemaha County, KS, USA.15 Virginia Offutt died on January 10, 1937 at Hiawatha, Brown County, KS, USA, at age 86.16,17 She was buried on January 13, 1937 at New Liberty Cemetery, Craig, Holt County, MO, USA.4,17

Family

William B. Hanks b. 27 Sep 1848, d. 7 Apr 1923
Children

Citations

  1. [S350] Ancestry Inc., online www.ancestry.com, Ancestry.com. Missouri, Compiled Marriages, 1851-1900 [database on-line]. Provo, UT, USA: Ancestry.com Operations Inc, 2000. Name: William B. Hanks. Spouse: Virginia Offutt. Marriage Date: 4 Apr 1869. County: Holt.
    State:      MO.
  2. [S6056] The Kansas City Times, October 22, 1934, Pg. 6, Printed in the Monday, October 22, 1934 edition of The Kansas City Times on page 6. "HENRY C. OFFUTT, 90, DEAD
    Retired Livestock Man Was a Veteran of the Civil War
    Henry Clay Offutt, who had lived In Kansas City in 1880, died yesterday at his home, 5514 Harrison street. He was 90 years old. Mr. Offutt came to Missouri from Maryland with his family by ox-cart, settling in the northwestern part of the state. He went to war at 17 and in one raid against Quantrill near King City, Mo., he captured Quantrill's horse and the guerilla leader was forced to cross a river in a skiff to escape. Soon after the war Mr. Offutt married and came to Kansas City. He entered the livestock commission business at the Kansas City stock yards with William Elmore under the firm name of Offutt and Elmore. Later the firm name became Offutt, Elmore and Cooper. Mr. Offutt retired from business thirty-five years ago. Mr. Offutt's checker game, his hobby, always was respected. He played his first game when he was 8 year's old. He was known as Colonel Offutt among the players at. the Young Men's Christian Association.
    In March, 1930, celebrating his 86th birthday, Mr. Offutt said the trouble with the world was that people did not play checkers enough. "A man who keeps interested doesn't get old." he said at that time. "I never have been bored in my life." Mr. Offutt had been at Research Hospital all last week. He was taken to his home Saturday. Surviving are two sons, Roy T. Offutt, Los Angeles, and Robert G. Offutt, 5111 Walnut street; two daughters, Mrs. John Kennish, and Mrs. Thomas Tyson, both of the home; a sister, Mrs. Jennie Hanks, Hiawatha, Kas.; six grandchildren and two great-grandchildren."
  3. [S350] Ancestry Inc., online www.ancestry.com, Ancestry.com. Missouri, Compiled Marriages, 1851-1900 [database on-line]. Provo, UT, USA: Ancestry.com Operations Inc, 2000. Name: William B. Hanks. Spouse: Virginia Offutt. Marriage Date: 4 Apr 1869. County: Holt. State: MO.
  4. [S1103] Find A Grave, online http://www.findagrave.com/cgi-bin/fg.cgi, Find A Grave memorial #130185634. Photo of grave marker. "MOTHER VIRGINIA O. 1850 - 1937". Transcribed clipping from the Holt County Historical Society, Mound City, Mo.

    "Two communities mourn the loss of another pioneer mother, Jennie Hanks, who passed away suddenly at 11:00 o'clock Sunday night, Jan. 10, in Hiawatha, Kan., at the grand old age of 86 years, 6 months, and 13 days.

    Jennie Hanks, whose maiden name was Virginia Offutt, was born in Parkersburg, Va., June 27, 1850. She was one of a family of eight children. The Offutt family moved to Forest City in the spring of 1852. Her father died in St. Joseph during this journey to Holt county, leaving the mother and eight children to continue the journey to their new home.

    Soon after finishing her school training in Forest City, Jennie Offutt was united in marriage to E.B. Hanks, April 4, 1869, after which Mr. and Mrs. Hanks engaged in farming various farm tracts north of Oregon.

    In the year 1878, they purchased a tract of virgin land about eight miles northwest of Mound City, in what became known as New Liberty township. Through sheer industry and thrift, Mr. and Mrs. Hanks built a comfortable home and reared their family. Five children were born, two of whom died at an early age.

    Mr. and Mrs. Hanks finally sold their pretty farm home and moved to Hiawatha in March 1909, where they enjoyed their last years among scores of new friends.

    Jennie Hanks was a devoted wife, a loving mother, and a sincere and loyal friend. She was an active and prominent member of the New Liberty Baptist Church during her residence in that community and later became affiliated with the First Baptist Church of Hiawatha.

    She was generous and sympathetic toward others and ever mindful of the comfort and happiness of her guests. She took a keen interest in the welfare of her family and shared their joys and disappointments.

    She was very fond of pets; and pursued joyfully her hobby of cultivating plants and flowers. She took special delight in showing her garden and flowers from which she would hand beautiful bouquets to her friends.

    The community and the family will certainly miss this grand old mother, her cheerful spirit, and inspiring influence. Surviving her are the following children: Etta McCurray of Mayette, Kan., L.H. Hanks of Kansas City and A.O. Hanks of Craig; also 6 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.

    Funeral services were conducted by the Rev. Blackledge at the Hargis Funeral Home in Hiawatha at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, January 13, after which the body was taken to the New Liberty Church and cemetery where Rev. Blackledge conducted the second service at 3:30 in the afternoon.
    Source: Scrapbook Clipping/Holt County Historical Society, Mound City, Mo.
  5. [S6091] July 14, 1870 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; Benton Township, Holt County, MO, Line 11 lists Jennie, age 20, born in VA.
  6. [S6092] June 15, 1880 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; Liberty Township, Holt County, MO, Line 4 lists wife Virginia, age 29, born in VA.
  7. [S6093] June 9, 1900 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; Liberty Township, Holt County, MO, Line 48 lists wife Virginia, born June 1850, age 49, born in VA, married 31 years, 3 children all living.
  8. [S6110] August 1, 1850 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; 4th District, Preston Cty., VA, Line 35 lists Virginia, age 2/12, born in VA.
  9. [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).
  10. [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.
  11. [S6095] Marr. Bk. B, Holt Cty., MO: Holt County Marriage Book B, page 283. "This is to certify that on the 4th day of April 1869 Mr. William B. Hanks and Miss Virginia Offutt both of Holt Co Mo were by me united in marriage according to law Forest City Mo April 6th 1869 G. W. H????? Minister."
  12. [S6091] July 14, 1870 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; Benton Township, Holt County, MO, Line 10, Dwelling 336, Family 319. Lists William Hanks, a farmer, age 21, born in MO. Line 11 lists Jennie, age 20, born in VA.
  13. [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.
  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. [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.
  16. [S1103] Find A Grave, online http://www.findagrave.com/cgi-bin/fg.cgi, Find A Grave memorial #130185634. Photo of grave marker. "MOTHER VIRGINIA O. 1850 - 1937."
  17. [S7355] The Holt County Democrat and The Craig Leader, January 15, 1937, Pg.1, Printed in the Friday, January 15, 1937 edition of The Holt County Democrat and The Craig Leader on page 1. "Two communities mourn the loss of another pioneer mother, Jennie Hanks, who passed away suddenly at 11:00 o'clock Sunday night, Jan. 10, in Hiawatha, Kan., at the grand old age of 86 years, 6 months, and 13 days. Jennie Hanks, whose maiden name was Virginia Offutt, was born in Parkersburg, Va., June 27, 1850. She was one of a family of eight children. The Offutt family moved to Forest City in the spring of 1852. Her father died in St. Joseph during this journey to Holt county, leaving the mother and eight children to continue the journey to their new home. Soon after finishing her school training in Forest City, Jennie Offutt was united in marriage to E.B. Hanks, April 4, 1869, after which Mr. and Mrs. Hanks engaged in farming various farm tracts north of Oregon. In the year 1878, they purchased a tract of virgin land about eight miles northwest of Mound City, in what became known as New Liberty township. Through sheer industry and thrift, Mr. and Mrs. Hanks built a comfortable home and reared their family. Five children were born, two of whom died at an early age. Mr. and Mrs. Hanks finally sold their pretty farm home and moved to Hiawatha in March 1909, where they enjoyed their last years among scores of new friends. Jennie Hanks was a devoted wife, a loving mother, and a sincere and loyal friend. She was an active and prominent member of the New Liberty Baptist Church during her residence in that community and later became affiliated with the First Baptist Church of Hiawatha. She was generous and sympathetic toward others and ever mindful of the comfort and happiness of her guests. She took a keen interest in the welfare of her family and shared their joys and disappointments. She was very fond of pets; and pursued joyfully her hobby of cultivating plants and flowers. She took special delight in showing her garden and flowers from which she would hand beautiful bouquets to her friends. The community and the family will certainly miss this grand old mother, her cheerful spirit, and inspiring influence. Surviving her are the following children: Etta McCurray of Mayette, Kan., L.H. Hanks of Kansas City and A.O. Hanks of Craig; also 6 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Funeral services were conducted by the Rev. Blackledge at the Hargis Funeral Home in Hiawatha at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, January 13, after which the body was taken to the New Liberty Church and cemetery where Rev. Blackledge conducted the second service at 3:30 in the afternoon."
  18. [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.
  19. [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.
  20. [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.
  21. [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.

Matilda Ann Offutt1,2

F, b. February 14, 1839, d. November 18, 1917
MotherMaryann Harrison1 b. c 31 Dec 1809, d. 20 Feb 1894
Last EditedJune 2, 2020
     Matilda Ann Offutt was born on February 14, 1839 at Montgomery County, MD, USA.1,2,3,4,5,6 She was listed in the 1850 census at 4th District, Preston County, VA, USA, in the household of Maryann Offutt on August 1, 1850.7 As of October 11, 1855,her married name was Harmon.8,2,9 Matilda Ann Offutt married Jacob Harmon on October 11, 1855 at Holt County, MO, USA.8,2,9 Matilda Ann Harmon and Jacob Harmon appeared on the Federal Census of July 19, 1860 at Forest City, Holt County, MO, USA.10 Matilda Ann Harmon and Jacob Harmon appeared on the Federal Census of July 19, 1870 at Clay Township, Holt County, MO, USA.11 Matilda Ann Harmon (an unknown value) on August 5, 1892 at Holt County, MO, USA.12 She appeared on the Twelfth Federal Census of June 1, 1900 at Maitland, Holt County, IN, USA.13 Mrs. Harmon and Mr. and Mrs. Copeland and sons of Maitland, MO visited Mrs. Harmon's brother William L. Offutt on May 29, 1902 at Morrill, Brown County, KS, USA.14 Matilda Ann Harmon and Mary E. Copeland (an unknown value) on August 12, 1915 at Sabetha, Nemaha County, KS, USA.15 Matilda Ann Offutt left a will on November 28, 1915.16 She died on November 18, 1917 at 201 Utah St, Hiawatha, Brown County, KS, USA, at age 78.1,2,16 She was buried on November 21, 1917 at Prairie Home Cemetery, Graham, Nodaway County, MO, USA.17,2 Her estate was probated on November 22, 1917.16

Family

Jacob Harmon b. c 1833, d. 6 Oct 1890
Children

Citations

  1. [S6049] The Hiawatha Daily World, November 19, 1917, Pg. 1, Printed in the Monday, November 18, 1917 edition of The Hiawatha Daily World on page 1. "Deaths. Harmon- Mrs. Matilda Ann Harmon died at her home, 201 Utah street Sunday evening at 6 o'clock, aged 79 years. She was taken ill last Monday with pneumonia and was seriously ill from the first. She is survived by two sisters, Mrs. W. B. Hanks, Hiawatha, and Mrs. Starns, of Sabetha, and one brother, Mr. Offutt, of Kansas City, who has recently gone to California. Her only daughter, Mrs. Copeland, died over a year ago. She is also survived by two grandsons, Covil Copeland, of Kansas City, and Jack Copeland, of Nebraska. Marian Copeland, of Hiawatha, is a great grandson. Mrs. Jas. Lasell, of Maitland, Mo., was here during her illness. The body will be taken to Maitland, Mo., Tuesday, for burial beside her husband, who died 27 years ago."
  2. [S6050] The Holt County Sentinel, November 30, 1917, Pg. 4, Printed in the Friday, November 30, 1917 edition of The Holt County Sentinel on page 4. "Harmon Matilda Offutt was born February 14, 1839, in Montgomery County, Maryland. At the age of 13 she emigrated with her father's family to St. Joseph, Mo., where her father died of cholera on the second day after their arrival. Several months later, the mother, with the eight children, removed to a farm, two and one-half miles north of Forest City, Mo. At the age of 16 Matilda A. was united in marriage to Jacob Harmon. To this union were born three children - two sons and one daughter, namely: Wm. T., Arthur H. and Mary E., all of whom preceded their mother to the land beyond. Mrs. Harmon was converted and united with the U. B. church of Maitland, Mo., at the age of 37 years. Her faith in God and loyalty to her church were unquestioned. She died at her home, in Hiawatha, Kansas, November 18, 1917, at the age of 78 yrs, 9 months, and 4 days, after a brief attach of pneumonia. Before departing she requested all to meet her in heaven and exclaimed, "Oh, I am so happy!" Funeral services were conducted in the U. B. church at Maitland, by Rev. Mrs. A. H. Smith, Wednesday, November 21, 1917. Burial in I. O. O. F. cemetery at Graham. "We shall meet, but we shall miss her. There will be a vacant chair." The friends and loved ones who mourn her loss are comforted by the fact that she is now with Christ, her Lord, and loved ones who have gone before."
  3. [S6084] July 19, 1870 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; Clay Township, Holt County, MO, Line 6 lists Matilda, age 31, keeping house born in Maryland.
  4. [S6090] July 19, 1860 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; Forest City, Holt County, MO, Line 7 lists Matilda A., age 21, born in MD.
  5. [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.
  6. [S6110] August 1, 1850 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; 4th District, Preston Cty., VA, Line 31 lists Matilda, age 13, born in MD.
  7. [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).
  8. [S1103] Find A Grave, online http://www.findagrave.com/cgi-bin/fg.cgi, Find A Grave memorial #67564235. Photo of grave marker. "JACOB HARMON DIED OCT. 06, 1890 AGED 57 Ys 6 Ms 7 Ds."
  9. [S6085] Marr. Bk. B, Holt Cty., MO: Holt County Marriage Book B, page 84. "This is to certify that on the 11th day of October A.D. 1855, Mr. Jacob Harmon and Matilda Offitt. Both of Holt County Mo. Given under my hand this 17th day of Oct 1855. R. G. Emerson J. P."
  10. [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.
  11. [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.
  12. [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.
  13. [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.
  14. [S6107] The Kansas Democrat, May 29, 1902, Pg. 8, Printed in the Thursday, May 29, 1902 edition of The Kansas Democrat page 8. Details the visit of Mrs. Harmon and Mr. and Mrs. Copeland and sons to Mrs. Harmon's brother Mr. W. L. Offutt and family.
  15. [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.
  16. [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."
  17. [S1103] Find A Grave, online http://www.findagrave.com/cgi-bin/fg.cgi, Find A Grave memorial #47654346. Photo of grave marker. "MATILDA A. HARMON DIED NOV. 18, 1917 AGED 78 Ys 9 Ms 4Ds."
  18. [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.
  19. [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."

Jacob Harmon1

M, b. circa 1833, d. October 6, 1890
Last EditedJune 1, 2020
     Jacob Harmon was born circa 1833 at Germany.1,2,3 He married Matilda Ann Offutt, daughter of Maryann Harrison, on October 11, 1855 at Holt County, MO, USA.1,4,5 Jacob Harmon and Matilda Ann Harmon appeared on the Federal Census of July 19, 1860 at Forest City, Holt County, MO, USA.6 Jacob Harmon and Matilda Ann Harmon appeared on the Federal Census of July 19, 1870 at Clay Township, Holt County, MO, USA.7 Jacob Harmon died on October 6, 1890 at Maitland, Holt County, MO, USA.1,8 He was buried after October 6, 1890 at Prairie Home Cemetery, Graham, Nodaway County, MO, USA.1

Family

Matilda Ann Offutt b. 14 Feb 1839, d. 18 Nov 1917
Children

Citations

  1. [S1103] Find A Grave, online http://www.findagrave.com/cgi-bin/fg.cgi, Find A Grave memorial #67564235. Photo of grave marker. "JACOB HARMON DIED OCT. 06, 1890 AGED 57 Ys 6 Ms 7 Ds."
  2. [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.
  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.
  4. [S6050] The Holt County Sentinel, November 30, 1917, Pg. 4, Printed in the Friday, November 30, 1917 edition of The Holt County Sentinel on page 4. "Harmon Matilda Offutt was born February 14, 1839, in Montgomery County, Maryland. At the age of 13 she emigrated with her father's family to St. Joseph, Mo., where her father died of cholera on the second day after their arrival. Several months later, the mother, with the eight children, removed to a farm, two and one-half miles north of Forest City, Mo. At the age of 16 Matilda A. was united in marriage to Jacob Harmon. To this union were born three children - two sons and one daughter, namely: Wm. T., Arthur H. and Mary E., all of whom preceded their mother to the land beyond. Mrs. Harmon was converted and united with the U. B. church of Maitland, Mo., at the age of 37 years. Her faith in God and loyalty to her church were unquestioned. She died at her home, in Hiawatha, Kansas, November 18, 1917, at the age of 78 yrs, 9 months, and 4 days, after a brief attach of pneumonia. Before departing she requested all to meet her in heaven and exclaimed, "Oh, I am so happy!" Funeral services were conducted in the U. B. church at Maitland, by Rev. Mrs. A. H. Smith, Wednesday, November 21, 1917. Burial in I. O. O. F. cemetery at Graham. "We shall meet, but we shall miss her. There will be a vacant chair." The friends and loved ones who mourn her loss are comforted by the fact that she is now with Christ, her Lord, and loved ones who have gone before."
  5. [S6085] Marr. Bk. B, Holt Cty., MO: Holt County Marriage Book B, page 84. "This is to certify that on the 11th day of October A.D. 1855, Mr. Jacob Harmon and Matilda Offitt. Both of Holt County Mo. Given under my hand this 17th day of Oct 1855. R. G. Emerson J. P."
  6. [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.
  7. [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.
  8. [S6049] The Hiawatha Daily World, November 19, 1917, Pg. 1, Printed in the Monday, November 18, 1917 edition of The Hiawatha Daily World on page 1. "Deaths. Harmon- Mrs. Matilda Ann Harmon died at her home, 201 Utah street Sunday evening at 6 o'clock, aged 79 years. She was taken ill last Monday with pneumonia and was seriously ill from the first. She is survived by two sisters, Mrs. W. B. Hanks, Hiawatha, and Mrs. Starns, of Sabetha, and one brother, Mr. Offutt, of Kansas City, who has recently done to California. Her only daughter, Mrs. Copeland, died over a year ago. She is also survived by two grandsons, Covil Copeland, of Kansas City, and Jack Copeland, of Nebraska. Marian Copeland, of Hiawatha, is a great grandson. Mrs. Jas. Lasell, of Maitland, Mo., was here during her illness. The body will be taken to Maitland, Mo., Tuesday, for burial beside her husband, who died 27 years ago."
  9. [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.
  10. [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."

Earl Junior VanCleave1

M, b. November 26, 1912, d. July 14, 1998
Last EditedMay 3, 2020
     Earl Junior VanCleave was born on November 26, 1912 at Kansas City, Jackson County, MO, USA.1 He married Georgiana Offutt, daughter of Robert Gray Offutt and Stella Gordon, before 1936.1 Earl Junior VanCleave and Georgiana VanCleave Found in the 1940 Census with two children ages 4 and 2 so marriage took place circa 1935 on April 10, 1940 at Kansas City, Jackson County, MO, USA. Earl Junior VanCleave died on July 14, 1998 at age 85.2 He was buried after July 14, 1998 at Mount Moriah Cemetery, Kansas City, Jackson County, MO, USA.2
Grave marker for Earl J. & Georgiana Van Cleave
Photo taken by Misty Blankenship

Family

Georgiana Offutt b. 27 Jun 1914, d. 30 Dec 1988

Citations

  1. [S6057] "Draft Reg. Card", Earl Jr. VanCleave born 11-26-192 in Kansas City, Mo.
  2. [S1103] Find A Grave, online http://www.findagrave.com/cgi-bin/fg.cgi, Find A Grave memorial #99486114. Photo of shared grave marker. " VAN CLEAVE EARL J. Nov. 26, 1912 - July 14, 1998 GEORGIANA JUNE 27, 1914 - DEC. 30, 1988."

Thomas Martin Offutt1,2,3

M, b. November 25, 1832, d. March 6, 1908
MotherMaryann Harrison4 b. c 31 Dec 1809, d. 20 Feb 1894
Last EditedJune 6, 2024
     Thomas Martin Offutt was born on November 25, 1832 at MD, USA.1,5,6,7,8 He was listed in the 1850 census at 4th District, Preston County, VA, USA, in the household of Maryann Offutt on August 1, 1850.9 Thomas Martin Offutt was listed in the 1860 census at Forest City, Holt County, MO, USA, in the household of Maryann Offutt on July 9, 1860.10 Thomas Martin Offutt married Hannah Elizabeth Herrin on March 14, 1861 at Holt County, MO, USA.1 Thomas Martin Offutt was a member of the military circa July 1, 1863, serving with at Lewis Township, Holt County, MO, USA.11 He and Bettie Offutt appeared on the Federal Census of July 30, 1870 at Nodaway Township, Holt County, MO, USA.12 Thomas Martin Offutt left a will on July 25, 1881 at St. Joseph, Buchanan County, MO, USA.13 He 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 Thomas Martin Offutt died on March 6, 1908 at 2815 North Sixth street, St. Joseph, Buchanan County, MO, USA, at age 75.6,15,2 He was buried on March 8, 1908 at Mount Mora Cemetery, St. Joseph, Buchanan County, MO, USA.6,15,2 His estate was probated on March 11, 1908 at St. Joseph, Buchanan County, MO, USA.3

Family

Hannah Elizabeth Herrin b. 15 Dec 1843, d. 4 Oct 1912

Citations

  1. [S6059] Holt Cty., MO Marr. Rcds. 1846-1881 Books B-E: Marriage Register pg. 145. "State of Missouri County of Holt. I the undersigned Minister of the Gospel hereby certify that I solemnized a marriage, Thomas M. Offutt and Hannah Elizabeth Herrin both of Holt County Missouri, on the 14th day of March 1861. Given under my hand this 19th day of August 1861. Gary Hickman. Filed for Record August 19, 1861."
  2. [S6063] St. Joseph News-Press, March 7, 1908, Pg. 10, Printed in the Saturday, March 7, 1908 edition of the St. Joseph News-Press on page 10. "Offutt- Thomas M. Offutt, died March 6, 9 p. m., aged seventy-five years. The funeral will leave the residence 2815 North Sixth street, tomorrow afternoon, March 8, at 2 o'clock for the Savannah Avenue Baptist Church, where funeral services will be held at 2:30 o'clock. Interment at Mount Mora cemetery."
  3. [S6064] St. Joseph Gazette, March 12, 1908, Pg. 8, Printed in the Thursday, March 12, 1908 edition of the St. Joseph Gazette on page 8. "All of his property, a house and lot, valued at $1,100, is left to Mrs. Hannah Elizabeth Offutt by the terms of her husband's will, filed yesterday in the probate court. Thomas Martin Offutt, the husband, died march 6, at the age of 75 years."
  4. [S6104] July 9, 1860 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; Forest City, Holt Cty., MO, Line 20 lists Thomas M., age 28, Farm Lab, born in MD.
  5. [S1103] Find A Grave, online http://www.findagrave.com/cgi-bin/fg.cgi, Find A Grave Memorial #67447827. Buried in Lot N 1/2 3 Block 25 Section H. Has November 25, 1832 as date of birth.
  6. [S6060] Mt. Mora Cemetery St. Joseph MO Online Burial Rcds., online http://www.mountmora.org/findagrave, Name: THOMAS M OFFUTT. Death Date: MAR/06/1908. Interment Date: MAR/08/1908. Birth Date: NOV/25/1832. Age at Death: 75; Cause of Death: UREMA POISONING. Sex: M. Nativity: AMERICAN. Burial Number: 6257. Other Relatives in Plot: R8 GR23. Lot Owner: THOMAS MOFFUTT. Lot Location: N1/2 3. Block Location: 25. Section/Range Location: H. Cost of Interment: $6.00. Date Paid: 04/30/08.
  7. [S6110] August 1, 1850 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; 4th District, Preston Cty., VA, Line 28 lists Thomas M., age 18, born in MD.
  8. [S6128] July 30, 1870 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; Nodaway Township, Holt County, MO, Dwelling #291 and Family #287. Line 36 lists Thomas S. Offutt, age 38, a RR Agent, Real Estate $1000, Property $500, born in Virginia. Place of birth removed as it conflicts with all other information.
  9. [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).
  10. [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.
  11. [S6058] U.S., Civil War Draft Registrations Records, 1863-1865; unknown film, Holt County, 6th SubDistrict, Lewis Township. Line 2 lists Thomas Offutt, age 20 born in Miss. Listed as married.
  12. [S6128] July 30, 1870 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; Nodaway Township, Holt County, MO, Dwelling #291 and Family #287. Line 36 lists Thomas S. Offutt, age 38, a RR Agent, Real Estate $1000, Property $500, born in Virginia. Line 37 lists Bettie, age 26, keeping house, born in Kentucky.
  13. [S6073] Buchanan Cty. MO Will Bk. I: Recorded in Will book I, page 24.
  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. [S6062] St. Joseph News-Press, March 7, 1908, Pg. 2, Printed in the Saturday, March 7, 1908 edition of the St. Joseph News-Press on page 2. "Thomas Offutt, seventy-five years old died at the family residence, 2815 North Sixth street, at 9 p. m. Friday. Offutt was formerly a watchman for the Great Western, and had lived in St. Joseph twenty-seven years. His widow survives him."

Mary Ethel Offutt1

F, b. circa 1894, d. September 25, 1899
Last EditedNovember 20, 2020
     Mary Ethel Offutt was born circa 1894.1 She died on September 25, 1899.1 She was buried on September 26, 1899 at Saint Louis Cemetery, Louisville, Jefferson County, KY, USA.1

Citations

  1. [S486] Web Site, online unknown url, https://catholiccemeterieslouisville.org/locate-a-loved-one/…. Record for Mary Ethel Offutt. Born: Unknown. Died: Unknown. Service: 09/26/1899. Age: 5. Section: Catholic Cemeteries - St.Louis St. Louis Section V Plot: 8W1/2 Subplot: 0 Div4: 0.

Anita L. Offutt1

F, b. August 9, 1946, d. March 27, 2007
FatherLeland Edgar Offutt1 b. 5 Nov 1920, d. 12 Jan 1986
MotherGeneva Lemarl Osborne1 b. 24 Apr 1926, d. 4 May 1994
Last EditedJuly 28, 2022
     Anita L. Offutt was born on August 9, 1946 at Columbus, Muscogee County, GA, USA.2,1 Her married name was Daubert.2 As of after January 13, 1986,her married name was Hepperman.1 She may have divorced before May 4, 1994 when her mother Geneva died, since she is listed as Anita Offutt in the obituary before May 4, 1994.3 She died on March 27, 2007 at St. Peters, St. Charles County, MO, USA, at age 60.4 She was buried on March 31, 2007 at Eternal Rest Cemetery, Wentzville, St. Charles County, MO, USA.1,5

Citations

  1. [S7021] Wentzville Journal, April 4, 2007, Printed in the April 4, 2007 edition of the Wentzville Journal. "Mrs Anita L Heppermann, 60 - Anita L. Heppermann, 60, of St. Peters died March 27, 2007, at home. She was born Aug. 9, 1946, to Leland and Geneva (Burnett) Offutt in Columbus, Ga. Mrs. Heppermann was a homemaker. She is survived by her husband, Robert Heppermann of St. Peters; three sons, Scott Daubert of San Angelo, Texas, James Biebel of St. Louis and Lee Daubert of Kansas City; two daughters, Lynae and Danette Daubert, both of Lebanon; one sister, Bonnie Lowry of Orlando, Fla.; one brother, LeLand Offutt of New York; and five grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents. Services were March 31 at Pitman Funeral Home in Wentzville with burial in Eternal Peace Cemetery in Wentzville. Memorials may be to the Multiple Sclerosis Society c/o Pitman Funeral Home, P.O. Box 248, Wentzville, MO 63385."
  2. [S5196] The Orlando Sentinel, January 13, 1986, Pg. B4, Obituary printed Monday, January 13, 1986 in The Orlando Sentinel on page B4. "Leland E. Offutt, 65, 609 S. Midiron Drive, Poinciana, died Sunday. Born in Weaubleau, Mo., he moved to Poinciana from Casselberry in 1982. He was a retired Army colonel and was a Baptist. He was a member of the Retired Officers Association and Poinciana Golf and Racquet Club. Survivors: wife, Geneva L.; son, Leland E. Jr., Kissimmee; daughters, Anita L. Daubert St. Louis, Bonnie L. Lowry, Orlando; brother, Tony, Oregon; sisters, Alma Jacobs, Elkland, Mo., Dixie Bingel, Lebanon, Mo.; five grandchildren. Conrad & Thompson Funeral Home, Kissimmee."
  3. [S5199] The Orlando Sentinel, May 7, 1994, Pg. D4, Obituary printed Saturday, May 7, 1994 in The Orlando Sentinel. "GENEVA L. OFFUTT, 67 . . . HOMEMAKER - MRS. OFFUTT, 4115-01 Northgate Drive, Kissimmee, died Wednesday, May 4. She was a homemaker. Born in Columbus, Ga., she moved to Central Florida from Lebanon, Mo., in 1974. She was a Baptist. Survivors: son, Leland E. Jr., Pennsylvania; daughters, Bonnie Lowry, Orlando, Anita Offutt, St. Charles, Mo.; six grandchildren; one great-grandchild. Conrad and Thompson Funeral Home, Kissimmee."
  4. [S7021] Wentzville Journal, April 4, 2007, Printed in the April 4, 2007 edition of the Wentzville Journal. "Mrs Anita L Heppermann, 60 - Anita L. Heppermann, 60, of St. Peters died March 27, 2007, at home. She was born Aug. 9, 1946, to Leland and Geneva (Burnett) Offutt in Columbus, Ga. Mrs. Heppermann was a homemaker. She is survived by her husband, Robert Heppermann of St. Peters; three sons, Scott Daubert of San Angelo, Texas, James Biebel of St. Louis and Lee Daubert of Kansas City; two daughters, Lynae and Danette Daubert, both of Lebanon; one sister, Bonnie Lowry of Orlando, Fla.; one brother, LeLand Offutt of New York; and five grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents. Services were March 31 at Pitman Funeral Home in Wentzville with burial in Eternal Peace Cemetery in Wentzville."

    Memorials may be to the Multiple Sclerosis Society c/o Pitman Funeral Home, P.O. Box 248, Wentzville, MO 63385.
    Wentzville Journal (MO) - Wednesday, April 4, 2007.
  5. [S1103] Find A Grave, online http://www.findagrave.com/cgi-bin/fg.cgi, Find A Grave memorial #18681556.

Margaret Cecile Murphy1,2

F, b. September 5, 1883, d. April 22, 1961
Last EditedMay 30, 2020
     Margaret Cecile Murphy was born on September 5, 1883.1,2 As of October 5, 1922,her married name was Offutt.1 She married Bernard Maynadier Offutt, son of Joseph T. Offutt and Susanna M. Good, on October 5, 1922 at St. Joseph's, Providence, RI, USA.1 Margaret Cecile Murphy died on April 22, 1961 at age 77.2 She was buried after April 22, 1961 at Saint Patricks Cemetery, Fall River, Bristol County, MA, USA.2
Grave marker for Dwight Lee Offutt and Jo Ann Moss Offutt
Photo taken by Find A Grave member pMcP

Family

Bernard Maynadier Offutt b. 4 Feb 1881, d. 1940

Citations

  1. [S6070] Falls River Evening News, October 6, 1922, Pg. 5, Printed in the Friday, October 6, 1922 edition of the Fall River Evening News on page 5. "Miss Margaret C. Murphy of Swansea Center was quietly married to Bernard M. Offutt of Washington, D. C., on Thursday afternoon at 5 o'clock in St. Joseph's rectory In Providence. The bride wore a travelling gown of dark blue cloth, with hat to match, and was attended by her cousin, Miss Louise M. Murphy, as maid of honor, who was dressed in a brown suit, with hat to match. The best man was James L. Harrington, also a cousin of the bride. A reception for relatives and friends was held at the home of the bride in Swansea Center, and a wedding supper was served. Mr. and Mrs. Offutt have gone on a two weeks trip to New York and Washington, and will be home after December 1 at 125 Congress St., Providence."
  2. [S1103] Find A Grave, online http://www.findagrave.com/cgi-bin/fg.cgi, Find a Grave memorial #209388593. Photo of shared grave marker. Top reads "BERNARD M. OFFUTT 1881 - 1940". Bottom reads "MARGARET C. his wife; 1883- 1961". There is also an image of U.S. Veterans Bureau index Card showing she served from 6-21-1918 to 5-7-1919, that she was born 9/5/83 and died 4/22/61.

Mary E. Harmon1

F, b. March 14, 1858, d. August 14, 1915
FatherJacob Harmon1 b. c 1833, d. 6 Oct 1890
MotherMatilda Ann Offutt1 b. 14 Feb 1839, d. 18 Nov 1917
Last EditedJune 1, 2020
     Mary E. Harmon was born on March 14, 1858 at Brown County, KS, USA.2,3,4,5 She 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, 1860.6 Mary E. 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, 1870.7 As of January 6, 1881,her married name was Ross.1,8 Mary E. Harmon married Dr. Bethel W. Ross on January 6, 1881 at Maitland, Holt County, MO, USA.1,8 As of March 27, 1887,her married name was Copeland.1,9 Mary E. Copeland 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.10 Mrs. Harmon, along with Mrs. Copeland and her husband and sons visited Mrs. Harmon's brother Mr. W. L. Offutt on May 29, 1902 at Morrill, Brown County, KS, USA.11 Mary E. Copeland and Matilda Ann Harmon (an unknown value) on August 12, 1915 at Sabetha, Nemaha County, KS, USA.12 Mary E. Harmon died on August 14, 1915 at Hiawatha, Brown County, KS, USA, at age 57.1,3 She was buried circa August 17, 1915 at Prairie Home Cemetery, Graham, Nodaway County, MO, USA.1,3
Grave marker for Mary E. Copeland
Photo taken by Find A Grave member gingels

Family 1

Dr. Bethel W. Ross b. c 22 Sep 1852, d. 12 Aug 1884
Children

Family 2
Children

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. [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, I858 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."
  3. [S1103] Find A Grave, online http://www.findagrave.com/cgi-bin/fg.cgi, Find A Grave memorial #102496855. Buried in NW Qtr., Blk. 8, Cypress Ave.. Photo of grave marker. At bottom reads "COPELAND". Top reads "MARY E. COPELAND, 1858 - 1915".
  4. [S6084] July 19, 1870 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; Clay Township, Holt County, MO, Line 8 lists Mary E., age 12 born in Kansas.
  5. [S6090] July 19, 1860 Federal Census, 700 Pennsylvania AVE, NW, Washington, DC, USA, Population Schedule; Forest City, Holt County, MO, Line 9 lists Mary E., age 2, born in MO.
  6. [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.
  7. [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.
  8. [S6079] Holt Cty. MO Marr. Reg. 1846 - 1891: Holt County Marriage Register 1846 - 1891, page 21. Certificate of Marriage for W. B. Ross MD to Miss Mary Harmon, married January 6, 1881 at Maitland, Holt County by David Hetzell, Christian Minister. Marriage recorded April 5, 1881.
  9. [S6078] Conway Springs Star, April 1, 1887, Pg. 1, Printed in the Friday, April 1, 1887 edition of the Conway Springs Star on page 1. In the Star Beams column. "Married - At the M. E. Parsonage, Sunday, March 27th, by Rev. J. W. Anderson, Mr. Marion Copeland and Mary E. Ross, both of Anson. The Star extends congratulations to the happy pair."
  10. [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.
  11. [S6107] The Kansas Democrat, May 29, 1902, Pg. 8, Printed in the Thursday, May 29, 1902 edition of The Kansas Democrat page 8. Details the visit of Mrs. Harmon and Mr. and Mrs. Copeland and sons to Mrs. Harmon's brother Mr. W. L. Offutt and family.
  12. [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.
  13. [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.
  14. [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.

Dr. Bethel W. Ross1,2

M, b. circa September 22, 1852, d. August 12, 1884
Last EditedMay 31, 2020
     Dr. Bethel W. Ross was born circa September 22, 1852 at OH, USA.3,4 He married Mary E. Harmon, daughter of Jacob Harmon and Matilda Ann Offutt, on January 6, 1881 at Maitland, Holt County, MO, USA.1,5 Dr. Bethel W. Ross died on August 12, 1884 at Maitland, Holt County, MO, USA.6,2,7 He was buried on August 13, 1884 at Prairie Home Cemetery, Graham, Holt County, MO, USA.

Family

Mary E. Harmon b. 14 Mar 1858, d. 14 Aug 1915
Children

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. [S6077] The St. Joseph Gazette, August 14, 1884, Pg. 5, P3rinted in the Thursday, August 14, 1884 edition of The Holt County Sentinel on page 5. In the Mere mention column. "information was received here yesterday to the effect that Dr. B. W. Ross, of Maitland, who has been ill for some time past, died at his home yesterday afternoon. he was oe of the most popular citizens of the village, and his demise has caused universal sorrow in that locality."
  3. [S350] Ancestry Inc., online www.ancestry.com, Missouri, Deaths and Burials Index, 1873-1976 [database on-line]. Provo, UT, USA: Ancestry.com Operations, Inc., 2011. Name: Bethie W Ross. Birth Date: abt 1853. Birth Place: Ohio. Death Date: 12 Aug 1884. Death Place: Clay Township, Holt County, Missouri. Burial Date: 13 Aug 1884. Burial Place: Nodaway County, Missouri. Death Age: 31. Occupation: Physician. Race: White. Marital status: Married. Gender: Male.
  4. [S6080] Holt Cty. MO Death Reg. 1883-1889, Holt County Missouri Register of Deaths, 1883 - 1889 page 10. Death 84, Bethel W. Ross, aged 31 yrs 10 mos 21 days, died 12 August 1884. Married. Born in Ohio. Died in Clay Township of Dysentery. Place of burial Nodaway County, date of burial 13 August 1884. Date of birth calculated from date of death and age at death.
  5. [S6079] Holt Cty. MO Marr. Reg. 1846 - 1891: Holt County Marriage Register 1846 - 1891, page 21. Certificate of Marriage for W. B. Ross MD to Miss Mary Harmon, married January 6, 1881 at Maitland, Holt County by David Hetzell, Christian Minister. Marriage recorded April 5, 1881.
  6. [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." I removed the date based on the Missouri Death Index as well as the Holt County Missouri Death Register 1883 - 1889, page 10.
  7. [S6080] Holt Cty. MO Death Reg. 1883-1889, Holt County Missouri Register of Deaths, 1883 - 1889 page 10. Death 84, Bethel W. Ross, aged 31 yrs 10 mos 21 days, died 12 August 1884. Married. Born in Ohio. Died in Clay Township of Dysentery. Place of burial Nodaway County, date of burial 13 August 1884.

Royal F. Ross1,2

M, b. circa September 1, 1882, d. July 24, 1884
FatherDr. Bethel W. Ross3 b. c 22 Sep 1852, d. 12 Aug 1884
MotherMary E. Harmon3 b. 14 Mar 1858, d. 14 Aug 1915
Last EditedMay 26, 2020
     Royal F. Ross was born circa September 1, 1882 at Maitland, Holt County, MO, USA.1,2,4 He died on July 24, 1884 at Holt County, MO, USA.3,2,4 He was buried after July 24, 1884 at Prairie Home Cemetery, Graham, Holt County, MO, USA.2,4

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, I858 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 #102496763. Buried in NW Qtr., Blk. 8, Cypress Ave. Memorial for Royal F. Ross. Linked to B. W. Ross as a child. Date of death July 22, 1884. In bio it has son of B. W. and M. E. - aged 1 yr. 10 mos and 28 days.
  3. [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."
  4. [S6080] Holt Cty. MO Death Reg. 1883-1889, Holt County Missouri Register of Deaths, 1883 - 1889 page 10. Death 83, Boyle V. Ross, aged 1 yrs 10 mos 23 days, died 24 July 1884. Born in Maitland, MO. Died in Clay Township of Dysentery. Place of burial Nodaway County. Date of birth calculated from date of death and age at death.

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 31 Dec 1809, d. 20 Feb 1894
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 31 Dec 1809, d. 20 Feb 1894
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 31 Dec 1809, d. 20 Feb 1894
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.