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Bachelder, Eddy -- Lexington.  B. Bachelder's son, Eddy, aged 17, died Monday evening of last week.   --  [Worthington Enterprise:  02 October 1890, Vol. II, No. 44]

Bachelder, Eddy -- Lexington.  Eddy, son of B. Bachelder, aged 17 years, died Monday evening at 9 o'clock, Rev. R.H. Edmunds, pastor of the Second Congregational church of Mansfield, officiated at the funeral Wednesday, at 1:30 p.m.  The relatives from abroad who attended the funeral were Mrs. D. Crea, of Canton, and Mrs. Irwin Ferguson, of Mansfield.  --  [Richland Shield & Banner:  27 September 1890, Vol. LXXIII, No. 19]

Bachelder, Joseph -- The children of Joseph Bachelder, deceased, took up the remains of their father, four sisters and one brother from the cemetery of Ruben Coa's northeast of the city and placed them in the Mansfield Cemetery, where their mother was buried last winter.  The bodies had been buried 30 years.  [Semi-Weekly News:  08 June 1897, Vol. 13, No. 46]

Bachelder, Kimpton -- Saturday.  Kimpton Bachelder, of Mifflin, died this morning, aged 33 years.  Mr. Bachelder was an invalid all his life and was well respected by all who knew him.  He was the agent of the DAILY NEWS at Mifflin.  --  [Richland Shield & Banner:  18 May 1889, Vol. LXXI, No. 52]

Bachelder, Leo J. -- Bellville -- Leo J. Bachelder, 71, formerly of Village View Apartments, died Friday evening in Griffith Nursing Home, Mansfield, after a long illness.  Born Jan. 26, 1917, in Morrow County to the Daniel and Mirtle Diesch Bachelder, now deceased, he had lived all his life in north central Ohio. Mr. Bachelder was a retired carpenter and an Army veteran of World War II and the Korean War. He was a member of E.B. Rinehart Post 754, American Legion, Johnsville. Surviving are two sons, L. James Jr. of Caledonia and Gerry L. of Bellville; eight grandchildren; three  great-grandchildren; a brother, Herbert of Bellville, RD 1; and a sister, Marie Hiser of Lexington.  His wife, Gladys Etzwiler Bachelder, died in 1976.  Calling hours will be Sunday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at the Lexington Avenue Snyder Funeral Home, Lexington, where services will be held Monday at 1 p.m. Burial will be in Shauck Cemetery near Johnsville. The E.B. Rinehart Post of the American Legion will conduct graveside services. Submitted by Linda and Shirley. [Mansfield News Journal: 24 September 1988, p. 4a.]

Bachelder, Mary €

Bachelder, Mary -- Saturday.  Mary Bachelder died at Mifflin, Feb. 3rd., and was buried Feb. 6th.  The deceased would have been 90 years of age had she lived until May 30th.  She has been a resident of Mifflin Township for 70 years.  --  [Richland Shield & Banner:  15 February 1890, Vol. LXXII, No. 39]

Bachelder, Mary (Spencer) -- Mifflin.  Died, Feb. 4, at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. Hiram Sweet, of this place, Mrs. Mary Bachelder, aged 89 years, 8 months and 3 days.  Mary Spencer was born at Belfast, Me., May 31, 1800, and came with her parents to Marietta, O., in 1817.  From thence they moved to Athens County, and afterwards to Richland County, near Mansfield.  About this time she was married to Daniel Bachelder, which union resulted in the birth of five sons and five daughters, of whom the following are still living:  William Bachelder, of Mifflin;  John Bachelder, of Berry County, Mich.;  David Bachelder, of Galion;  Benjamin Bachelder, of Lexington;  Mrs. Mostler, of Alvordton;  Mrs. Hart, of Whitstone, and Mrs. Sweet, of Mifflin.  Joseph Bachelder, Mrs. Yoha and Mrs. Foglesong are dead.  Her husband died 46 years ago.  At her death she was the oldest person in Mifflin Township.  During the last twelve years of her life she was blind, and the last sixteen months of her life she was confined to her bed.  She bore these long years of suffering and affliction with meekness and Christian fortitude.  Many years ago she united with the Baptist church, and was ever a faithful and consistent Christian.  Mrs. Bachelder was the grandmother of 52, and the great-grandmother of 96 children, many of whom on account of her blindness, she was never permitted to see.  Her remains were interred in a private cemetery near Mansfield, the Rev. D.F. Reynolds conducting the funeral service.  Truly of her it can be said as one of old:  "And though shalt go to thy fathers in peace;  thou shalt be buried in a good old age."  --  [Mansfield Evening News:  13 February 1890, Vol. 5, No. 293]

Bachelder, Mrs. Ben -- Lexington.  Mrs. Ben Bachelder died Monday Feb. 21 at the home of her daughter, Mrs. John Willis, in Canton (OH) at the age of 76 years.  The remains were brought here Tuesday evening and taken to the home of Martin Kell.  Short services were held Wednesday at 2 o'clock by Rev. McCormick of the Christian Church.  Burial in the Lexington Cemetery.  [Butler Times:  25 February 1910, Vol. XVI, No. 14]

Bachelder, Rachel (Pluck) -- Mrs. Elizabeth Bachelor (Bachelder), mother of Mrs. D. (Delos) JOHNSON died Saturday night (Feb. 27) at the home of her daughter here (Lexington). Mrs. Bachelor (Bachelder) was 76 yrs., 11 mo., 14 days old, and for a number of years has been stricken with paralysis. A short service was held here Mon. at 12 o'clock, after which the lady was taken to the Mansfield Cemetery for burial. (Elizabeth Rachel or Rachel Elizabeth was born 13 Mar. 1820 in Richland Co., OH to Nathaniel & Mary (John/Johns) Pluck, and married Joseph RACHLOR (BACHELDER) 27 May 1841 in Richland Co., OH., and were the parents of 12 children. Their descendants still live in the Richland and Morrow County, OH area.) Rachel was one of 9 children- see Nathaniel PLUCK).  Submitted by Danja.  [Bellville Messenger, Bellville, Ohio, Thursday 4 March 1897]

Bachelder, Rachel (Pluck) -- Lexington.  The remains of the venerable Mrs. Rachael Bachelder, who died Saturday evening, Feb. 27, at the home of Delas Johnson, were taken to Mansfield for interment, March 1.  The deceased was aged 75 years and was the mother of Mrs. Johnson.  [Semi-Weekly News:  09 March 1897, Vol. 13, No. 20]

Bachelder, Rachel (Pluck) -- Hickory Hall.  Grandmother Bachelder, who for many years was a resident of this place, died Feb. 27, at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Johnston, of Lexington, and was laid to rest in the Mansfield cemetery.  [Semi-Weekly News:  12 March 1897, Vol. 13, No. 21]

Backensto, Emma (Shamps) -- Mrs. Emma Backensto, widow, who for several months has been residing in the little house at the rear of the Henry Lofland home on Sandusky Street, and who has been in enfeebled health for some time, died Monday evening, aged 53 years, 9 months and 17 days.  A short funeral service, conducted by Rev. Chas. Mott, pastor of the Methodist Episcopal church, was held at the home at 12 noon Wednesday, after which the remains were taken overland to Shenandoah, where another service was held, interment being made in the village cemetery.  The deceased's maiden name was Shamps, born and reared to womanhood in this locality, and was therefore quite well known hereabouts.  --  [Plymouth Advertiser:  12 December 1914, Vol. 62, No. 4]

Backensto, Fred J. -- Shelby. Fred Jacob Backensto, 68, of Preston Rd. died Saturday morning in Shelby Memorial Hospital. Born May 14, 1912, in Rome, Ohio, he had been a Shelby resident for most of his life. He was a social member of VFW Post 291, Fraternal Order of Eagles and Shelby Owls. He was an ironworker for 30 years, retiring seven years ago. He is survived by a son, Ga Springhill, Fla.; two daughters, Shirley A. of Mansfield and Mrs. Larry (Marilyn) Roberts of Wellington, Ohio; a brother, Jim of Plymouth; four sister, Jane Kissel of Shenandoah, Mrs. Maurice (Vion) Baker of Plymouth, Mrs. John (Betty) Detwiler of Lucas and Mrs. Merle (Virginia) Barnd of Shelby, and five grandchildren. Services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday at Barkdull Funeral Home by the Rev. William E. Allen of the Christian and Missionary Alliance Church of Mansfield. Burial will be at Mt. Hope Cemetery in Shiloh. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. Submitted by Linda & Shirley. Typed by Sandy DeLauretis [Mansfield News Journal; Sunday 14 Dec. 1980, page 4A]

Backinsto, Jacob

Baehr, Robert G. -- Baehr, Robert G.- 60, a resident of  399 Taylor Rd., died Thursday afternoon at Peoples Hospital after a two week illness. He was born Aug. 19, 1901 at Bucyrus, but has lived in Mansfield the past 40 years. He was a member of the St. Paul Lutheran Church and had been employed at Westinghouse Electric Corp. for 32 years. Surviving are his wife, Mrs. Frieda Menges Baehr; a son, Dallas James Baehr of Columbia, Ky., two brothers, Henry of Bucyrus and William of Monroe, Mich.; and a sister, Mrs. Louise Slagle of Marion. The body was removed to the Wappner Funeral Home where services will be conducted Saturday at 1 p.m. by his pastor, the Rev, John Long. Burial will be in Mansfield Memorial Park. Friends are invited to call at the funeral home starting this afternoon. Submitted by Linda & Shirley. Typed by Janet.  [Mansfield News Journal:  11 May 1962]

Baer, Burke -- Mansfield News Journal, 13 September 1979

Baer, Christian -- Lucas.  When Christian Baer closed his eyes to the scenes of this worked for the last time last Friday we lost a good citizen, the neighborhood a good neighbor and his wife and children a good husband and father.  In fact his kindness for those whom he took to be his friend is in no doubt what hastened his death, as his troubles for the past year have been more than he could bear and all this trouble was brought about by a few little kind acts, by bailing until he became so much involved that he was compelled to assign his property to Charles Ritter of Mansfield.  Mr. Baer was a German, being born in Germany in the year 1833 and emigrated to this country in 1848 and by hard work and economy acquired a good farm and had it well improved, but at a time when least expected reverses came and he lost nearly all of it again.  In 1884 he was elected county commissioner and was re-elected in 1887.  He leaves a wife, two daughters and eight sons.  He was for many years a member of Monroe Lodge, No. 224, I.O.O.F. and was buried by the ceremony of that order at Mansfield Sunday at 4 p.m.  --  [Semi-Weekly News (Mansfield):  17 May 1898, Vol. 14, No. 42]

Baer, Christian -- Christian Baer, a well-known and highly-respected resident of this county died Friday afternoon at 2 o'clock at his home, five miles southeast of the city.  He was born in Hesse-Darmstadt, Germany, 65 years ago and came to this county a number of years ago.  He leaves a wife, eight sons and two daughters.  He was a brother of George and Philip Baer, of Washington Township, and an uncle of Charles Ritter, of this city.  Mr. Baer was county commissioner for two terms.  He was a member of No. 224 I.O.O.F. of Lucas.  Funeral services at his late home Sunday afternoon at 1 o'clock, in charge of the I.O.O.F. lodge.  The Rev. Mr. Fenton, pastor of the Lutheran Church, conducted the funeral services.  Interment in Mansfield Cemetery.  --  [Semi-Weekly News (Mansfield):  17 May 1898, Vol. 14, No. 42]

Baer, David -- SHELBY, O., JULY 19 -- David Baer, a young man about 24 years of age, committed suicide by shooting himself in the head while in the barn of Dooley Landis, two miles east of this place, at an early hour this morning.  Baer had been working around in the neighborhood all summer and has been in the habit of getting drunk, and because of his bibulous habits he was ignored by a young lady to whom he desired to pay address, and this is supposed to be the cause of his taking his life.  He had of late frequently declared his intention to take his life, but no one paid any attention to his threats.  He was in this place yesterday and said good-by to some of his friends, telling them that he was "going to hell".  --  [Richland Shield & Banner:  27 July 1889, Vol. LXXII, No. 10]

Baer, Lute -- Lute Baer, a laborer, whose home is in Huron county, this state, committed suicide by shooting himself through the head Friday night. His attention had been attracted to a young lady in the neighborhood of late, but owing to his drunkenness for the past few days was ignored and he threatened to kill himself. He was found dead in Dooley Landis' barn, 2 miles _________.  [Mansfield Herald:  25 July 1889, Vol. 39, No. 36]

Baer, Mrs. John -- Wednesday.  Mrs. John Baer died this morning at her home on East First Street after an illness of only a few hours.  Yesterday she complained and a physician was called.  She grew worse last night and died this morning at 4 o'clock.  The arrangements for the funeral have not yet been made.  --  [Richland Shield & Banner:  09 November 1889, Vol. LXXII, No. 25]  Thursday.  The funeral of the late Mrs. John Baer took place this morning from the First English Lutheran Church.  --  [Richland Shield & Banner:  09 November 1889, Vol. LXXII, No. 25]

Baer, Roy

Baer, Verna Mae Sliffe -- Mrs. Verna Mae Sliffe Baer, wife of Harmon Baer, died Friday evening at her home, 110 Carpenter Road.  Besides her husband and daughter, she is survived by her mother, Mrs. Laura Sliffe and her sister, Mrs. G.H.C. Main.  Mrs. Baer was a graduate nurse of St. Luke's Hospital, Cleveland, and was an active member of the First Lutheran Church.  Funeral services will be held Monday afternoon at 3 o'clock, conducted by the Rev. Dr. H.C. ---hner of the First Lutheran Church.  Interment will be in the Mansfield Cemetery.  [Mansfield News:  30 October 1920, p. 3, col. 2]

Baer, Herman O.  [Mansfield News Journal:  11 December 1953]

Bagalanoff, James -- 65Y;  d. 10/20/1955 at Richland Hospital;  Came to Mansfield, 1913;  b. 12/15/1889 at Macedonia;  bur. Mansfield Cem.  [MNJ 10/21/1955]

Baggs, Amanda -- Mrs. Amanda Baggs, who was born near Bellville in 1842, passed away at her home, two miles south of Blooming Grove, Sunday evening.  The death resulted directly from cerebral hemorrhage.  [Richland County Leader:  19 August 1921, Vol. 2, No. 36]

Bahmler, ---- -- Monday.  Mrs. Bahmler, mother of C.A. Bahmler of this city, died at her home in Ashland, Sunday morning.  The funeral will take place tomorrow.  --  [Richland Shield & Banner:  09 March 1889, Vol. LXXI, No. 42]

Bahney, Isaac -- Isaac Bailey, a resident of Lucas, was struck and almost instantly killed this morning near that place at 8:30 o'clock by the Pennsylvania work train going west.  He was walking along the track on his way to his farm and saw the train, but though he made an effort to get off of the track, he was unable to do so in time to avoid the train.  The accident occurred near the water crane this side of Lucas.  He was hurled over a bridge by the force with which he was struck.  Corner Baughman was summoned and went to the scene of the fatality at 11:15 o'clock.  Mr. Bahney was formerly a blacksmith, but on account of age had retired some time ago.  He had accumulated some property and owned a farm near the village.    He was about 75 years of age and leaves a wife and two daughters.  The daughters are Mrs. Al Lucas, of 16 South Adams Street, and Mrs. D.S. Parry of East Second Street this city.  Mrs. Chris Baer of 68 East Third Street is a granddaughter of the deceased.  Mrs. Bahney has been visiting her daughters in this city since last Saturday and the news of the fatal accident to her husband came while she was away from home.  The widow and other relatives of the deceased went to Lucas at 11:15 o'clock.  Mr. Bahney was an Odd Fellow and his friends will learn with much sorrow of his tragic death.  His life was insured for $3,000 in an Odd Fellows' association.  [Semi-Weekly News:  22 January 1897, Vol. 13, No. 7]

Bahney, Isaac -- Lucas.  For many years Isaac Bahney has been a very familiar form on our streets and among us, but that form now lies silent in the grave, he having met with a sad and tragic death last week by being killed by a railway train in returning from his farm, whither he had gone to feed his stock.  It had been his habit to go and attend his stock every morning and return by way of the railroad to the depot.  That morning he was returning as usual and saw the train approaching, but he no doubt miscalculated its speed for he was trying to reach the depot platform, but he was just one step too late, for he was just in the act of stepping to the platform as he was hit and instantly killed.  Why could not he have been one step further forward?  Or why could not the train have been just one foot further back?  Either one would have saved his life.  He leaves a widow and two daughters, the latter Mrs. D.S. Parry and Mrs. Albert Lucas, both of Mansfield.  [Semi-Weekly News:  29 January 1897, Vol. 13, No. 9]

Bailet, Mary C. -- Mansfield.  Mrs. Mary C. Bailet, 57, of 2085 Haywood Drive, secretary with the Metropolitan Life Insurance Co., and the wife of Paul E. Bailet, died Tuesday afternoon in Mansfield General Hospital after an extended Illness.  Mrs. Bailet was born in Monaca, Pa., Nov. 13, 1924, and lived here all her life.  She was a member of the First Alliance Church and had been a secretary with Metropolitan Life for 25 years.  Surviving are her husband; one daughter, Mrs. Bruce (Paula) Harrod of Mansfield; one sister, Mrs. John (Eleanor) Arron of Mansfield; one brother, Joseph Star of Sarasota, Fla., and two grandchildren.  Services will be conducted at the Finefrock Funeral Home Friday at 11 a.m. by the Rev. Neil Veydt, associate pastor of the First Alliance Church.  Burial will be in Mansfield Cemetery.  Friends may call at the funeral home Thursday from 7 to 9 p.m.  Submitted by Linda and Shirley.  Typed by Terri McGrath.  [Mansfield News Journal, Wednesday, November 18, 1981]

Bailey, Hiram -- Bellville.  Hiram Bailey died at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Ann Olin, three miles west of this place, at 1 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 14th., aged 81 years.  The funeral took place on Wednesday at 1 p.m.  Services at the house conducted by Rev. G.S. Dornblazer.  --  [Richland Shield & Banner:  19 October 1889, Vol. LXXII, No. 22]

Bair, "Aunt Polly" -- OLIVESBURG, Jan. 20 -- Mother Bair, more familiarly known as "Aunt Polly", died at her home last Monday. Funeral services were held Tuesday at the M.E. Church, conducted by the Presbyterian Minister, Rev. J.T. Houston. Had she lived until March, she would have been 96 years old. The daughters with whom she lived have the heartfelt sympathy of the community in their sad bereavement. -- [RICHLAND SHIELD & BANNER: 25 January 1896, Vol. LXXVIII, No. 37]

Bair, Charles C. " Nig"--Mansfield. Charles C. "Nig" Bair, 72 of 501 1/2 West Fourth St., died at Mansfield General Hospital Wednesday afternoon following a brief illness.  Born in Mansfield Sept 5, 1885, he was a life-long resident of this city. He was a retired cook. He was a member of St. Matthew's Luthern Church.  He is survived by one sister, Miss Helen M. Bair with whom he made his home; one brother, Frank E. Bair, 128 Helen Ave., and several nieces and nephews. A brother, Albert J. Bair, died last Feb. 25.   Funeral services will be conducted at the J.H. Finefrock & Sons Funeral Home Friday at 3 p.m. by Dr. Charles F. Sheriff, pastor of St. Matthew's Luthern Church. Burial will be in Mansfield Cemetery. Friends may call at the Funeral Home. Submitted by Anonymous. [Mansfield News Journal 20 March 1958]

Bair, Frederick -- Frederick Bair after, for more than 40 years a resident of Mansfield, died Saturday at his home, 348 West Sixth street, after a short illness. Mr. Bair was born August 7, 1851 in Switzerland, but came to this country when 30 years of age. He resided for several years in New York City and Chicago but came to this city with the late A. J. Heineman, being connected with him for more than twenty years as veterinary. He is survived by five sons, Fred, Charles, Frank and Albert Bair, all of this city, and Robert Bair of Oleenia(?), N. C. and two daughters Mrs. Andrew McGraw and Miss Helen Bair of this city. Mr. Bair was a lifelong member of the Lutheran church. Funeral services will be held Monday afternoon at 2 o'clock at the family home, conducted by the Rev. Charles Sheriff of St. Matthews Lutheran church. Burial will be in the Mansfield cemetery. Submitted by Shelly H. [Mansfield News: 23 November 1924, p. 16, col. 2]

Bair, Lena - Mrs. Lena Bair, wife of A. Frederick Bair, died Friday afternoon at 1 o’clock at the family home, 198 Sycamore Street, after an illness of several months.  Mrs. Bair was born in Switzerland 65 years ago, but came to this city about forty years ago, since that time making her home here.  Besides her husband, she is survived by five sons, Fred, Frank E., Charles C., Albert J. and Robert Bair, and two daughters, Mrs. Lena McGraw and Miss Helen Bair; also seven grandchildren all of this city.  She was a member of the First Lutheran church.  Funeral services will be held Monday afternoon at 2 o’clock at the family home, conducted by the Rev. H. C. Roehner.  Interment will be in the Mansfield cemetery.  Submitted by Jean and Faye.  [The Mansfield News; Mansfield, Ohio:  Saturday, January 1, 1921]

Bair, Mildred -- Mildred Bair, daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Ralph W. Bair, of Lorain, died Thursday at noon at the home of her parents.  The remains arrived here Thursday evening at 9:25 o'clock on Erie train No. 3 and were taken to the home of George Bair, on Cline Avenue.  The child was nearly five months old.  Funeral service conducted by the Rev. Dr. H.L. Wiles, of the First Lutheran church, Saturday afternoon at 3 o'clock at the residence of George Bair.  [Mansfield News:  19 July 1901, Vol. 17, No. 118]

Bair, Ralph Waldo -- RETIRED ENGINEER DIES OF APOPLEXY -- CRESTLINE, April 6---Ralph Waldo Bair, 57, died at the Emergency hospital Wednesday. Four weeks ago he suffered a stroke of apoplexy. He was born June 10, 1875, near Dola. He was a retired B. & O. railroad engineer. Surviving are his widow; seven children, Mrs. Conrad Kreps, George and Martha of Crestline, Mrs. D. E. Whitehead of Willard, Mrs. Earl Muth, Madeline and Ralph of Mansfield, one sister, Mrs. Alvin Bell of Toledo, one brother Dwight of Champaign, Ill. Funeral services will be held Friday at 2 p. m. at the First English Lutheran church. Burial will be made in the Mansfield cemetery. Submitted by Stephen. [The Star (Marion, Ohio). Thursday, April 6, 1933. p3, col 2]

Bair, Ralph Waldo -- Ralph Waldo Bair, 57, died at Emergency hospital, Crestline, Wednesday morning at 11:45 of complications, which followed a stroke suffered a month ago. He was admitted to the hospital Monday. Mr. Bair was born June 10, 1875 in Tuscarawas county, the son of Mr. and Mrs. George Bair. He was married May 16, 1901 to Miss Mary Whipp of Mansfield. He was formerly an engineer on the B. & O. railway and was until the past few weeks a resident of Mansfield, moving to the home of his daughter, Mrs. Conrad Krebs of Crestline. Surviving are his wife and seven children; Mrs. D. E. Whitehead of Willard; Mrs. Earl Muth, Miss Madeline Bair, R. W. Bair, of Mansfield; George W. Bair, Miss Martha Bair and Mrs. Krebs of Crestline; three grandchildren, one sister, Mrs. Alvin E. Bell of Toledo, and a brother, Dwight P. Bair of Champaign, Ill. Rev. Simon A. Metzger, pastor of the English Lutheran church will officiate at services at the Crestline church, Friday afternoon at 2 o’clock. Burial will be made in Mansfield cemetery. I. G. Foster funeral service is in charge. Submitted by Stephen. [The Mansfield News-Journal (Mansfield, Ohio). Thursday, April 6, 1933. p1, col 2]

Bair, Virgil D. -- d. 4/1956 at Battle Creek, MI;  former Mansfield resident;  s/o Mrs. Mabel Brewer;  bur. Battle Creek, MI  [MNJ 5/1/1956]

Baird, Virgil C. -- Virgil C. Baird, 79, Champion Rd., died Tuesday evening at Mansfield General Hospital.  Born in Auburn Township May 12, 1902, Mr. Baird lived in the Shelby area his entire life. A retired farmer, he was a PAG corn dealer. He was a member of the First Lutheran Church, the Hazlegrove Grange, Knights of Pythias and the Jolly Club. He was a Plymouth Township trustee, a Republican committeeman and a member of the Richland County Fair Board.  He is survived by two daughters, Mrs. Nace (Doris) Berdanier of Shelby and Mrs. Phillip (Sally) Niedermier of Tiro; two sons, Howard and William, both of Shelby and 16 grandchildren.  Funeral services will be Saturday in the Dye-Hall Funeral Home by the Rev. James Lumadue. Burial will be in Oakland Cemetery. Submitted by Mike. [Mansfield News Journal: 25 July 1979]

Baker, ---- -- Lucas.  Mrs. Daniel Baker died Tuesday morning, aged 26 years.  She leaves a husband and three little children, one an infant but a few days old.  Funeral services Thursday in a few days old.  Funeral services Thursday in the Lutheran Church, by Rev. Heibertshousen.  Interment in the I.O.O.F. cemetery.  Later:  The infant child died on Tuesday evening and was buried in the same coffin with the mother.  --  [Richland Shield & Banner:  23 September 1889, Vol. LXXII, No. 19]

Baker, ---- -- Rome.  The oldest child of Cornelius Baker died at 10:30 o'clock Monday with what the doctor calls diptherial croup.  --  [MANSFIELD WEEKLY NEWS:  09 June 1887, Vol. 3, No. 28]

Baker, Anna Deihl -- Through the Sandusky paper we learn of the death of Mrs. Anna Baker, which occurred at the home of her sister in Florida, where she had gone to spend the winter, her burial taking place on Christmas Day.  The lady will more readily be remembered as Mrs. Anna Deihl, having married Dr. Baker and taken up her residence in Sandusky.  --  [Plymouth Advertiser, 10 January 1914, Vol. 61, No. 8]

Baker, Boris -- Killed in action, Korea, 11/28/1950;  Body returned to Mansfield 9/1955;  bur. Mansfield Cem.;  b. 3/9/1930 at Cleveland, Oh.;  Enlisted in Marine Corps. 7/6/1948.  [MNJ 9/7/1955]

Baker, Clara Myrtle. -Mrs. Clara Myrtle Baker, wife of Nelson G. Baker, formerly of this city, died Saturday afternoon at 5:30 o’clock at Louisville of tuberculosis. She was 28 years of age and leaves a husband. The remains arrived here this morning at 5:30 on the P. F. and were taken to H.H. Beelman & Co.’s undertaking establishment where the funeral services were held this afternoon at 1:30 o’clock, conducted by the Rev. Charles Lemoine, of the First Congregational church. Interment was made in the Mansfield cemetery. Submitted by Faye and Jean [The Mansfield News: Monday, January 12, 1903]

Baker, Clement -- Stricken at 75. Clement Baker, Morrow native, lived here 36 years. Clement V. Baker, 75, died it this morning at his home, 99 1/2 West Third Street, after a long illness. He was a retired building contractor. Mr. Baker was a native of Morrow County, born there June 27th, 1865, but had lived in Mansfield for the past 36 years. He was a member of the First Presbyterian Church and Mansfield Lodge No. 35, F and A.M. Surviving are his widow, Gertrude; three daughters, Mrs. Harry Sowash of Mansfield, Mrs. Hoke Woodruff of Cuyahoga Falls and Mrs. Richard Schuler of Barberton, and one son, Leo, of Perrysville. Six grandchildren also survive. The body was removed to the Wappner funeral home, where Reverend D.N. Roller, a pastor of the First Presbyterian Church, will conduct services at 1:30 p.m. Friday. Burial will be in Belleville cemetery. Submitted by Ann [02 April 1941]

Baker, Cora (Clever) -- Butler.  Mrs. Cora Baker, nee Clever, died at her home west of town, Wednesday morning.  [Semi-Weekly News:  30 April 1897, Vol. 13, No. 35]

Baker, Cora (Clever) -- Bellville.  Mrs. Clem Baker, nee Clever, died very suddenly Wednesday morning at 8:30 o'clock.  The deceased had been in usual health until Tuesday evening when she was taken ill, dying the following morning.  She was 29 years and 9 months old and leaves a husband and son and many relatives and friends to mourn their loss.  The funeral was held from the house on Markey Street, Friday, April 30, at 10:30 a.m., conducted by the Rev. J.P. Mille, assisted by the Rev. S.A. Shisler.  Interment in the Bellville Cemetery.  [Semi-Weekly News:  04 May 1897, Vol. 13, No. 36]

Baker, Cornelius -- Cornelius Baker, an old and time tried brakeman on the P.F.C. was killed Thursday at Massillon (OH).   He fell from a car and broke his neck, dying instantly.  He has been in the employ of the company for a number of years and was well known all along the line.  He resided at Crestline and leaves a wife and several children.  --  [Mansfield Herald:  15 October 1885, Vol. 35, No. 48]

Baker, Cornelius -- DEATH - OF CORNELIUS BAKER OCCURRED AT ROME SUNDAY EVENING AT 5 O'CLOCK - The death of Cornelius Baker occurred Sunday evening at 5 o'clock at his home in Rome. Death was the result of paralysis. The deceased was 42 years of age. The funeral will be held Tuesday at 2 o'clock from his late home and the interment will occur at Rome. The deceased was a brother of Mrs. Sadie Hackett of this city. Submitted by Terry W. [THE DAILY GLOBE, Shelby, Ohio, Monday, April 10, 1905, page 3]

Baker, David -- Mifflin.  David Baker, a young farmer east of this place, died on last Thursday.  He leaves a wife and two children.  --  [Mansfield Weekly News:  08 September 1887, Vol. 3, No. 41]

Baker, David -- DIED, At his residence at Petersburg, Sept. 1, David Baker, aged 25 years.  Funeral services at the residence at 10 a.m., Sept. 3.  Interment near Mohicanville.  --  [Mansfield Weekly News:  08 September 1887, Vol. 3, No. 41]

Baker, David -- Independence.  Died, David Baker, 7th. inst., aged 61 years, 5 months and 21 days.  Deceased was born in this county July 16, 1825, and has been a resident of the same all his life.  He was a member of the Evangelical Church upward of 30 years and died a faithful worker and believer in the cause of Christianity.  He leaves behind a loving wife, and six fond children to mourn his loss, beside a community of warm personal friends.  The funeral was conducted by Rev. J.W. Walkey.  May all that is mortal of him rest in peace and all that is immortal go home to heaven.  --  [Bellville Star:  13 January 1887, Vol. 10, No. 16]

Baker, Drusilla -- Wednesday.  Mrs. Drusilla Baker, wife of Joshua Baker, deceased, who lived near Ganges, died very suddenly last evening at 7 o'clock of dropsy of the heart, aged 78 years and 12 days.  She was the mother of Mrs. M.K. Myers, of Daisy Street, and grandmother of Mr. J.C. Baker, of Maude Ave.  She died as she lived, a consistent Christian.  --  [Richland Shield & Banner:  16 March 1895, Vol. LXXVII, No. 44]

Baker, Elizabeth -- Mrs. Elizabeth Baker, widow of the late John Baker, died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Edward Berno, Thursday, after lingering illness of consumption, aged 62 years.  Mrs. Baker leaves five children:  Mrs. Hettie L. Berno, George Curtis, Emanuel, William and Mrs. Dora McCollough.  --  [Mansfield Semi-Weekly News:  02 September 1898, Vol. 14, No. 73]

Baker, Florence -- 75Y;  d. 12/??/1956 at Toledo;  former Shelby res.  [MNJ 12/18/1956]

Baker, Frederick -- Frederick Baker, living near Urbana, Indiana, died suddenly last Monday morning.  He had not been feeling well, but got up as usual and went to the barn to do his feeding.  On returning to the house he told his wife that he would go to bed, which he did.  Mrs. Baker went out of the house for a moment and, on her return, found him dead on the bed.  It is believed that heart disease was the cause.  The deceased was a pioneer settler in that part of the county and a highly respected citizen.  He was the father of Mrs. I.J. Cassell, of Springfield Twp., Richland County, Ohio.  Frederick Baker was born in Richland County, Ohio, May 5, 1823, moved to Indiana, 1852, died at his home in Wabash County, Indiana, Feb. 4, 1895, aged 71 years, 8 months, 29 days.  Deceased was married to Mary Thrush, Sept. 16, 1850.  To them were born six children, 3 sons and 3 daughters.  The daughters, two sons and and his companion survive and mourn their loss.  The departed was a member of the Christian church for more than 20 years.  He was a kind neighbor and a loving husband, and an affectionate father.  In his departure they sorrow not as those who have no hope, being assured that precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of his saints.  Funeral took place at the Dunkard church, two miles west of North Manchester, conducted by the Rev. D. Hidy, assisted by Rev. J.H. Wright.  --  [Richland Shield & Banner:  16 February 1895, Vol. LXXVII, No. 40]

Baker, Goldie Margarette -- Washington.  Death has again visited us and this time it is little Goldie, daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Ira Baker, of Lucas, formerly of this place.  Goldie Margarette Baker died Tuesday, July 29th., of cholera infantum, aged 2 years, 3 months and 29 days;  deceased was interred in the Caesarea Cemetery, Wednesday, Rev. Heiberthousen conducting the services.  Little Goldie will be sadly missed by her parents, as she was the only child and therefore the pet of the household and her entire kindred.  --  [Richland Shield & Banner:  02 August 1890, Vol. LXXIII, No. 11]

Baker, Hiram -- Hiram Baker, a resident of Lucas since 1837, died Sunday morning.  Mr. Baker was 65 years old and leaves a wife and two children, Charles Baker and Mrs. Jennie Chandler.  Funeral Tuesday at 10 a.m.  Submitted by Jean and Faye.  [The Mansfield News:  Monday, February 10, 1902]

Baker, Howard F. -- Howard F. Baker, aged 38, former resident of Mansfield, died at his home in Lucas Tuesday morning following an illness of several months.  Mr. Baker was a life long resident of Richland County and was born at Mifflin.  During the World War he served with the 55th. Engineers in France.  At the close of the war he served an enlistment in the army air corps.  Surviving are his wife, Marie Baker, one son, Bayne Baker and a stepdaughter, all at home.  Funeral services will be held at the late home Thursday at 2 p.m. with the Rev. J.W. Overmeyer in charge.  Burial will be made in the Mansfield Memorial Cemetery.  [Loudonville (OH) Times:  11 September 1930, Vol. 11, No. 37]

Baker, Isaac. - Lexington. - Another soldier of the civil war which dread ordeal severed men’s arms and paled women’s cheeks, has responded to the last drum tap, the last reveille.  It is Isaac Baker, who died Sunday at his home, two miles northwest of here, and interment was in the cemetery here Tuesday afternoon.  He was aged over 70 years and his wife and son, William, survive him.  Mr. Baker was a man of intelligence and exemplary character.  He served in the 102d O. V. I. and was as valiant a soldier as followed “old glory’s” radiant inspiring folds through battles’ crimson tide.  This veteran’s interment in the cemetery here marks 31 soldiers of the civil war who slumber in that beautiful spot so hallowed in the memory by its many soldier dead and their names and deeds should be enshrined in every patriot’s heart.  Submitted by Jean and Faye.  [The Mansfield News:  Monday Evening, January 15, 1900]

Baker, Isaac -- Bellville.  Isaac Baker, brother of the late Amos Baker, died at his home in Union township, Knox County, Saturday morning, Jan. 9, aged 74.  Buried at Jelloway, Monday.  [Butler Enterprise:  15 January 1904]

Baker, Julia Miller -- 87Y;  d. 2/1/1954 at home, Mansfield;  wid/o George Curtis Baker;  b. 4/13/1866 at Mansfield;  bur. Mansfield Cem.  [MNJ 2/2/1954]

Baker, John -- John Baker, of 188 South Foster Street, who has been ill for a number of years, died at his home, Jan. 20 at 9 o'clock a.m.  He was a member of Richland Lodge, I.O.O.F., and was 67 years of age.  He leaves a wife and five children.  Funeral services conducted by the I.O.O.F. lodge, Sunday, Jan. 23, at 2 p.m.  --  [Semi-Weekly News (Mansfield):  21 January 1898, Vol. 14, No. 6]

Baker, Jesse B.

Baker, Joseph -- BUTLER -- Joseph Baker, a former Butler resident, died at his home at Akron, last Thursday morning, aged 66 years, after a lingering illness with heart trouble.  He is survived by a wife, one son and two daughters.  Funeral and burial took place at Akron Saturday.  Mrs. Maggie Morgan of Butler, Wilson Mowry and wife of Bellville and Mrs. Rena Long of Mansfield attended the funeral.  [Richland County Leader:  27 April 1922, Vol. 3, No. 20]

Baker, Joseph

Baker, Lewis Leonard -- Lewis Leonard Baker, aged nearly 52, died early Sunday morning at his home, two miles north of Johnsville,  supposedly a victim of the flu.  Funeral services were held at Shauck's church Wednesday afternoon and interment was in the nearby cemetery.  He is survived by his wife, one son, Jay at home;  a daughter, Mrs. Goldie Paul of Lexington;  and four brothers, T.J. of Bellville, B.F. and J.A. of Johnsville, and G.W. of Mt. Vernon.  Mr. Baker had been a cripple for many years.   [Richland County Leader:  20 February 1920, Vol. 1, No. 11]

Baker, Loving A. -- Loving A. Baker was born in Pa. July 16.1838; died Dec. 9,1914 aged 76 years, four months and twenty days. She was married March 17,1859 to Christian W. Baker.  To this union was born six sons;  all living but one, who died when a year old. The father died Dec.22,1875, leaving here when the boys were small to fight life's battles alone. She was a kind and loving mother, a good neighbor, and staunch friend and leaves many friends who miss her greatly.  Submitted by Carrol Ann.  [Mansfield News:  10 December 1914]

Baker, Luanna -- Shelby.  Luanna Baker, aged 12, died Sunday of dropsy and was buried Tuesday.   [Semi-Weekly News:  04 June 1897, Vol. 13, No. 45]

Baker, Mary Ellen -- BUTLER -- Mrs. Mary Ellen Baker, aged 56, died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Alva Grubb, on South Main street, Friday, after a lingering illness from the effects of pneumonia contracted nearly a year ago.  She was confined to her bed nearly all the time.  Funeral services were held at the First Methodist church at Mansfield, conducted by the Rev. Mr. Cleland, of Butler, and assisted by Rev. Mr. Anderson, of Mansfield.  Interment was in the Mansfield cemetery.  A husband, four daughters, and one son, are left to mourn the loss of a wife and mother.  [Richland County Leader:  08 October 1920, Vol. 1, No. 44]

Baker, Mrs. Daniel -- Lucas.  Mrs. Daniel Baker died Tuesday morning, aged 26 years.  She leaves a husband and three little children, one an infant but a few days old.  Funeral services Thursday in a few days old.  Funeral services Thursday in the Lutheran Church, by Rev. Heibertshousen.  Interment in the I.O.O.F. cemetery.  Later:  The infant child died on Tuesday evening and was buried in the same coffin with the mother.  --  [Richland Shield & Banner:  23 September 1889, Vol. LXXII, No. 19]

Baker, Mrs. E.K. -- The Rev. Dr. H.L. Wiles went to Shelby this morning to conduct the services this afternoon at the funeral of Mrs. Baker, the wife of the Rev. E.K. Baker, pastor of the North Mansfield charge.  --  [Mansfield Evening News:  25 January 1890, Vol. 5, No. 276]

Baker, Peter -- Bellville.  Peter Baker, a former resident of Richland County, and who was born and raised in Washington Township, but who has been a resident of Kansas for the past 30 years, died at that home of his son, Isaac, in Geneva, Neb., May 11, 1902, aged about 70 years.  He had went to visit his son and took sick and died.  Mr. Baker was a brother of David and Isaac Baker, both deceased, and will be remembered by his friends here.  He leaves a wife and 6 children.  -- [Bellville Messenger: 13 June 1902, Vol. X, No. 24]

Baker, Philomena T. -- Mansfield. Mrs. Philomena T. Baker, 81 of 1352 Wooster Rd, widow of Robert Baker, died this morning in People's Hospital following an extended illness. She was born August 5, 1895 in Fort Smith, ARK, and lived in Mansfield for the past 11 years. Mrs. Baker attended the St. John's United Church of Christ. Surviving are one son, Robert, Jr of 1897 Windsor Rd; one
daughter, Mrs T. A. (Rosa) Nikolaus with whom Mrs. Baker made her home; four grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren, two sisters, Mrs. Freida Bender and Mrs. Barbara Kidd, both of Fort Smith, ARK. Funeral arrangements, in charge of the Diamond Street Home of the Wappner Funeral Directors, are incomplete.  Submitted by Linda and Shirley. Typed by Beth Moore (Mansfield News Journal:  23 May 1977 p. 5)

Baker, Rebecca -- Mrs. Rebecca Baker, aged 72 years, widow of Hiram Baker, died at her home in Lucas Friday of heart trouble. She had been a resident of that village over fifty years. She is survived by two children, Mrs. Jennie Chandler, of Lucas, and Charles Baker, of Atlanta, Ga. Funeral services will be held from the home Sunday afternoon at 2 o'clock, conducted by the Rev. Mr. Earnhart. Submitted by Jean and Faye.  [THE MANSFIELD NEWS, Saturday, July 14, 1917]

Baker, Ross

Baker, S.L. -- DR. S.L. BAKER, the druggist, died of diphtheria on Sunday afternoon at the age of 42 years. He was a man generally well liked and his demise is widely regretted. He was a member of the order of Knights of Honor, Royal Arcanum, and of the Masonic fraternity. The funeral, which took place on Tuesday at 2 p.m., was attended by the above named societies and citizens generally. Services were conducted by the Masons and the body placed temporarily in the receiving vault, from whence in a short time it will be taken and interred in another part of the cemetery. The life of the deceased was insured for the benefit of his family in the Royal Arcanum for $3000 and in the Knights of Honor for $2000. The drug store will continue business under the management of the widow. [MANSFIELD HERALD: 27 September 1883, Vol. 33, No. 44]

Baker, S.L. -- Although the strongest hopes were entertained for his recovery and his condition, until a very short time previous to his death, was considered greatly improved, the death of Dr. S.L. Baker occurred last Sunday afternoon, his disease, the fatal diphtheria, baffling the skill of the physicians and rendering all their efforts futile.  The lancing of the throat without which the disease itself would have led necessarily to death, resulted in blood poisoning, the immediate cause of his death.  Dr. Baker, although his residence in this city had been of comparatively short duration, had a large circle of friends by whom his death is keenly felt.  The funeral services which took place yesterday afternoon at 2 o’clock were largely attended, the Royal Arcanum, Masonic Lodge, Knights of Honor and McLaughlin Post, G.A.R., of all which associations the deceased was a member turned out to the services.  Dr. Baker leaves a wife and four children, the youngest a babe in arms, who while losing a good husband and kind father are amply provided for by the prudence and forethought of the deceased.  To them, in this, their hour of sorrow, is extended the heartfelt sympathy of their many friends.   [Ohio Liberal:  26 September 1883]

Baker, Samuel -- Samuel Baker of near Darlington, aged 77 died suddenly Wednesday evening of heart failure. Funeral Saturday Dec. 23, Will meet at the house at 10:00 A.M. The funeral will be preached at the Pleasant Grove Church. Interment in that cemetery.  Submitted by Carrol Ann.  [Bellville Messenger:  22 December 1899]

Baker, Samuel -- Samuel Baker was born in Perry township, Richland County, Ohio, January 2,1823., Died Dec. 20, 1899 aged 76 years, 11 months, and 18 days. On the 12th of April, 1849, he was united in marriage to Julian Klinefelter. Their union was blessed by eight children-five sons and three daughters. Five children, two daughters and three sons, have preceded their father to the world beyond. Those who survive are Samuel Jr., Sarah A.  Harmon Baker and four grandchildren-two  grandchildren being dead, one died in infancy and Floro B. six years old.Over fifty years ago at an Evangelical camp-meeting held north of Butler, Ohio, he united with the Evangelical church. For fifteen years he held membership with that church. The remaining of his life was spent in the U. B.  church.  Submitted by Carrol Ann.  [Bellville Messenger:  12 January 1900]

Baki, Peter -- Peter Baki, 68, former Mansfield beauty salon operator and Tappan employee died unexpectedly yesterday at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Paul Chorpening, 1136 Overlook Dr., Ashland.  He formerly resided here at 231 Rhein Ave.  Born in Austria-Hungary Oct. 1, 1891, Mr. Baki came to this country in 1906 and to Mansfield in 1911.  He operated a beauty salon on W. Fourth St. for a number of years and later worked at Tappan for 17 years.  He was a member of St. Peter's Catholic Church, the Holy Name Society, Council of Catholic Men, Liederkrantz, and German Sick Benefit Society.  Besides Mrs. Chorpening, he is survived by another daughter, Mrs. Fred Willis, of Mansfield; a son, John, of Mansfield, six grandchildren; two great grandchildren; a brother, Steve, of Mansfield, and a sister, Mrs. Michael Titchinger of Laura, Illinois.  Burial will be in Mansfield Catholic Cemetery.  Submitted by Ouoxman.  [Mansfield News Journal: 02 February 1960]

Baldinger, Henry -- Henry Baldinger, aged 67, died at his home in Crestline after an illness of only two days of inflammation of the bowels.  He was one of the oldest employees of the Pennsylvania, having been in the employ of the company 35 years.  The funeral was held Monday afternoon at the German Reform church in Crestline.  [Mansfield News:  14 December 1908, p. 2]

Baldridge, Amy Lou -- 82Y;  d. 4/4/1955 at Clearfield, KY  [MNJ 4/14/1955]

Baldridge, Lee -- 84Y;  d. 10/2/1955 at Elmo Sesco home (Franklin Twp.);  bur. Morehead, KY.  [MNJ 10/3/1955]

Baldridge, Pamela K. -- Submitted by Shirley.  [Mansfield News Journal:  14 March 1986, p. 2A]

Baldwin, Almon -- Almon Baldwin, formerly of Lexington, died at Aubrey, Kansas, recently.  --  [Bellville Star:  28 February 1884, Vol. 7, No. 22]

Baldwin, Almon H. -- DIED -- At his residence in Ottowa, Kansas, Jan. 24th., Almon H. Baldwin, formerly of Lexington, in the 47th. year of his age. -- [THE MANSFIELD HERALD: 14 February 1884, Vol. 34, No. 13]

Baldwin, Almon H. -- The deceased was born to Ambrose and Elizabeth Baldwin in Lexington, Ohio, Feb. 11th., 1831. He came to Kansas in 1860, when, with a half-brother, Mr. B. Taylor, he engaged in the mercantile business in Aubrey, Johnson Co. Early in the war of the Rebellion, Quantrill raided the town and robbed their store and to avoid recurrences of the raid of the bushwhackers they moved their store to DeSoto, and in 1865 another half-brother, C.H. Taylor, was taken into partnership and a branch store was opened in Ottawa under the firm name of Taylor, Baldwin & Co. The deceased personally conducted the Ottawa store. In 1882, the firm name was changed, Mr. A.B. Baldwin, a brother, purchasing the Taylor interests. He was married in 1865 to Martha B. Scott, who with five children mourn his loss. He was the father of six children, but one, a daughter, is dead. -- [Mansfield Herald: 21 February 1884, Vol. 34, No. 14 - as re-printed from the Ottawa Republican (Ottawa, Kansas)]

Baldwin, Frank Cornelius -- 57Y;  d. 9/17/1955 at Mansfield Gen. Hosp.;  b. 6/13/1898 at Chattanooga, TN;  h/o Bertha Emma Mooney (d. 11/7/1953):  bur. Mansfield Cem.  [MNJ 9/18/1955]

Baldwin, Harvey -- Darlington.  Harvey Baldwin, living south of Bangorville, died Tuesday morning of heart trouble.  --  [Mansfield Semi-Weekly News:  11 November 1898, Vol. 14, No. 93]

Baldwin, Harvey -- Bellville.  Harvey Baldwin, who lived near Bangorville, died last Monday evening from heart failure, aged 58 years.  Funeral was held Thursday forenoon at 10 o'clock.  --  [Mansfield Semi-Weekly News:  15 November 1898, Vol. 14, No. 94]

Baldwin, Mrs. Anthony -- Former Shiloh Woman Dies At Home in Fayette, O. Shiloh, July 22 -- Mrs. Anthony Baldwin, former resident of Shiloh, died at her home in Fayette, O., Thursday night, according to word received by his [sic] sister, Mrs. Wesley Champion. In addition to her sister, Mrs. Baldwin also leaves another sister, Mrs. Mel Champion of Tiro and a son, Frank Baldwin, who resides in Fayette. Funeral services will be held at 2:30 p.m. Sunday at the home in Fayette. Submitted by Jim B.  [The Mansfield News, Friday, July 22, 1932]

Balentine, Emma -- LEXINGTON -- The remains of Miss Emma Balentine were brought here Wednesday afternoon, where interment was held.  She died Monday morning.  She was born on a farm, near Alta, June 15, 1892.  The funeral services were conducted by the Rev. M.L. Jenney, at the First Christian church, Mansfield, where the deceased young woman was a member.  She is survived by a mother, two brothers and four sisters, the father having died within the past year.  [Richland County Leader:  20 February 1920, Vol. 1, No. 11]

Ball, Bell -- Independence.  Died, Bell, daughter of I.C. & Elizabeth Ball, aged one month and eight days.  The family takes this method of returning thanks to those friends who so kindly assisted them during the sickness and burial of the child.  --  [Bellville Star:  08 January 1885, Vol. 8, No. 15]

Ball, Estel H.

Ball, Mrs. Harry -- Newville.  Died, the 2nd. inst., Mrs. Harry Ball.  --  [Bellville Star:  19 January 1882, Vol. 5, No. 16]

Ball, Mrs. I.C. -- Independence.  Mrs. I.C. Ball died Wednesday, Sept. 1st., at her home in Independence.  She was converted last winter and became a member of the Evangelical church.  She remained faithful until death released her from her sufferings.  Funeral services were held in the church on Friday, Sept. 3rd., conducted by Rev. Miesse.  [Richland Star:  09 September 1880, Vol. III, No. 50]

Balliet, Abbie -- Miss Abbie Balliet, daughter of S.S. Balliet, died at the family residence, West Third Street, on Tuesday, aged 23 years and 8 months. The funeral takes place to-day (Thursday) at 3 p.m. -- [THE MANSFIELD HERALD: 24 July 1884, Vol. 34, No. 36]

Balliet, Emma -- Miss Emma Balliet, daughter of Solomon Balliet died Thursday morning at 10 o'clock at the residence, five miles east of the city.  Funeral services at the house, Saturday at 10 a.m.  Burial at Emanuel Church, the Rev. A. Richardson, officiating.  [Semi-Weekly News:  09 November 1897, Vol. 13, No. 90]

Balliet, Homer -- Homer Balliet, 57, whose right arm was torn off at the shoulder when the member was caught in a moving belt at the O. P. S. station in Melco, nine miles south of here, died Sunday at 8:30 a. m. in General hospital.  A fellow employee donated blood for two transfusions in a vain effort to save Mr. Balliett’s life, it was reported.  Mr. Balliett was born in Richland County, and had resided in the Melco vicinity all his life.  He had been a resident of Melco for the past six years.  Surviving are his widow, Mary; one daughter, Mrs. Orville Foster of Detroit, and one brother, Howard Balliett of New London; one sister, Mrs. W. O. Collins of Canton, and his mother, Mrs. Catherine Balliett of Canton.  Funeral services will be held at the St. Paul Lutheran church in Lucas at 2 p. m. Tuesday in charge of Rev. George S. Bright.  He will be assisted by Rev. R. N. McMichael.  Burial will be in the Odd Fellow cemetery.  The body will remain at the Byerly funeral home, Lucas, until time of services.  The Mansfield News-Journal (Mansfield, Ohio). Monday, February 25, 1935. p1.

Balliet, Luther E. -- Luther E. Balliet, 82, died Sunday morning at the home of his son, Jasper L Balliet, 98 South Franklin Ave., following an extended illness.  Mr. Balliet was born Sept. 26, 1870 in Mifflin township, the son of William and Serena Weirick Balliet, and had spent his entire life in this vicinity.  He was a retired farmer.  Surviving, besides the son with whom he lived, are one brother, Charles W. of Maple Lake, Minn.; one sister, Mrs. Nettie Bell of Mansfield, and several nieces and nephews.  Services will be conducted at the Wappner Funeral home at 3 p. m. Wednesday by Rev. John G. Gensel, pastor of the St. Paul Lutheran church.  Burial will be in the Mansfield cemetery.  [Mansfield News-Journal (Mansfield, Ohio) Monday, October 6, 1952 p16, col3]

Balliet, Serena Weirick -- Mrs. Serena Weirick Balliet was found dead in her bed this morning at 6 o’clock at her home five miles east of the city.  Coroner Wayne Young who was called, pronounced death due to the infirmities of age.  She was alive at 10 minutes after 5 o’clock.  Mrs. Balliet had been an invalid a long time.  She was born in Mifflin township Oct. 13, 1847 and had always lived in that vicinity.  Mrs. Balliet is survived by two sons, L. G. Balliet, who lives east of this city, Charles Balliet who lives in Buffalo, Minn., one daughter, Mrs. S. E. Bell, east of the city, eight grandchildren and one great grandchild.  Mrs. Balliet was a member of the Emmanuel church.  The Funeral arrangements have not been completed.  [Mansfield News (Mansfield, Ohio) Friday, September 14, 1923 p2, col1]

Balliet, William W. -- William Balliet died at 1:15  this afternoon at his home near Lucas.  He had a stroke of paralysis Saturday.  Mr. Balliet was 78 years old.  He is survived by his wife and three children.  The funeral arrangements have not been arranged.  [Mansfield News (Mansfield, Ohio) Thursday, December 20, 1917 p4, col3]

Balliet, William W. -- The funeral of William W. Balliet, who died Thursday afternoon at his home near Lucas, will be held tomorrow.  Friends will meet at the house at 1:30 p. m. and proceed to the Emmanuel church, where services will be conducted by Dr. S. P. Long.  [The Mansfield, News (Mansfield, Ohio) Friday, December 21, 1917 p7, col3]

Balliett, ---- -- Pavonia.  The infant son of Mr. & Mrs. Mark Balliett, of Mansfield, died Friday and was buried Sunday.  Interment in Mansfield Cemetery.  [Semi-Weekly News:  13 August 1897, Vol. 13, No. 65]

Balliett, Allie -- BALLIETT -- On Tuesday, July 22d., of consumption, Allie Balliett, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. S.S. Balliett, aged 23 years and 8 months. The funeral will take place from the residence of her parents, 150 West Third street, to-morrow (Thursday) at 3 o'clock P.M. [OHIO LIBERAL: 23 July 1884, Vol. 12, No. 15]

Balliett, Elizabeth -- Mrs. Elizabeth Balliett, 97, widow of William Balliett and one of the oldest residents of the Mansfield area, died yesterday in the Rosemont Rest Home after a long illness.  The daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Ohl, Mrs. Balliett was born in Pennsylvania, June 1, 1862.  Since coming to Ohio, she had lived in the Paradise Hill community in Ashland County and in Mansfield.  Her only survivors are nieces and nephews in the Ashland and Mansfield areas.  Funeral services will be held at 2 p. m. Tuesday at the Byerly Funeral Home, Lucas, with the Rev. Richard Glover, pastor of St. Paul’s Church in Lucas officiating. Burial will be in Mt. Zion Cemetery.  Friends may call at any time at the Funeral Home.  Mansfield News-Journal (Mansfield, Ohio) Monday, September 14, 1959 p9, col3

Balliett, Etta -- Mrs. Etta Balliett, aged 70 years, died Friday morning at 11:30 o’clock at her home, 148 Lexington avenue.  She had been in ill health since last spring.  She is survived by her husband, S. E. Balliett, her mother, Mrs. James Campbell, and one brother, John Campbell, living near Lexington, and three sisters, Mrs. Katherine Balliett, Mrs. Bertie Hartenfels, and Mrs. S. C. Lemanyon.  She is also survived by several nieces and nephews.  Funeral arrangements will be announced later.  The Mansfield News (Mansfield, Ohio) Friday, October 26, 1923 p5 col2

Balliett, Infant

Balliett, Margaret -- Thursday.  Mrs. Margaret Balliett, wife of Paul Balliett, who lives four miles east of Lucas, died yesterday of rheumatism.  She was almost 68 years old.  The funeral will be held at the Emanuel church, east of this city, Saturday.  She leaves a husband and four children, two sons and two daughters.  --  [Richland Shield & Banner:  18 October 1890, Vol. LXXIII, No. 22]

Balliett, Mrs. Harry -- Mrs. Harry Balliett, who resides 2½ miles east of the city, died Tuesday May 17, at 8 p.m.  She was 84 years of age and death was due to the gradual failing incident to advanced years.  Her husband survives her.  Funeral Friday, May 20, at 10 a.m. the Rev. D.K. Felton officiating.  Interment at Emanuel Church.  --  [Semi-Weekly News (Mansfield):  20 May 1898, Vol. 14, No. 43]

Balliett, Mrs. John -- Tuesday.  Mrs. John Balliett died last evening at her home east of the city and will be buried tomorrow afternoon.  --  [Richland Shield & Banner:  18 May 1889, Vol. LXXI, No. 52]

Balliett, Stephen

Balliett, Stephen E. -- Stephen E. Balliett, aged 76, 148 Lexington avenue, died early Sunday morning at General hospital, after an illness of two months.  He was a well known retired business man.  He was born near this city, Sept. 24, 1856 and spent his entire life in this vicinity.  In 1882 he came to Mansfield and engaged in the grocery business.  He remained in that work until 1894 when he became interested in the well-drilling business with the late James Starrett and Arthur Balliett.   Mr. Balliett retired from active work in 1924.  Mr. Balliett united with the First Lutheran church in 1894 and took an active part in church work.  Besides his wife he is survived by one granddaughter, Miss Donna Moser, at home, and two brothers, Oliver Balliett of Polk and George Balliett of Mifflin township.  Funeral services will be held at the Wappner funeral home Tuesday at 2 p. m. with Rev. H. C. Roehner and Rev. H. W. Veter officiating.., Burial will be in Mansfield cemetery.  The body will remain at the family home until Tuesday morning.  The Mansfield News-Journal (Mansfield, Ohio). Monday, January 16, 1933. p???, col6

Ballinger, E.L. -- Tuesday.  E.L. Ballinger, formerly night operator at the B.&O. in this city, died at his home in Plymouth Sunday.  The funeral takes place today and a number of operators along the line will attend in a body.  --  [Richland Shield & Banner:  20 April 1889, Vol. LXXI, No. 48]

Ballitch, Wasa -- 82Y;  d. 10/29/1955 at home, Mansfield;  b. 12/4/1872 at Austria-Hungary;  h/o Katherine;  bur. Mansfield Cem.  [MNJ 10/31/1955]

Baloy, Lena -- 66Y;  d. 4/19/1954 at Mansfield Gen. Hosp.;  b. 12/3/1887 at Yugoslavia;  bur. Mansfield Cem.s  [MNJ 4/19/1954]

Balser, Maxine T. [MNJ:  5/3/2000]

Baltosser, John -- John Baltosser, Esq., known to many of our old citizens from "Perry" died recently.  One by one the leaves are falling.  [Shelby Independent News:  24 September 1874, Vol. 6, No. 48]

Balyett, Mrs. C. (nee Fenner) -- DIED -- In Plymouth, December 17th., 1871, Mrs. C. BALYETT, daughter of Mr. Samuel Fenner, aged 26 years. -- [SHELBY INDEPENDENT NEWS: 21 December 1871, Vol. 4, No. 8]

Bammerlin, Lewis F. -- 90Y;  d. 1/1/1955 at Hillcrest Nursing Home;  b. 6/6/1864 at Massillon, OH;  h/o Carrie Bell Youngblood;  bur. Mansfield Cem.  [MNJ 1/2/1955]

Bancroft, Albert -- Died, at the residence of Jay Smiley, Esq., on Wednesday morning, May 28th., 1873, Mr. Albert Bancroft, in the 61st. year of her age.  Mr. Bancroft was born in Auburn, Mass., October 13, 1812.  In early life he united with the Congregational Church of his native town, and lived a consistent Christian life ever after, dying as he lived, in the blessed hope of eternal life.  His funeral took place on Thursday.  Services by Rev. Matlock of the M.E. Church, at the residence of Mr. Smiley, after which his remains were interred in Oakland Cemetery, where a lot has been purchased, and to which also, the remains of Miss Marrion L. Bancroft, his daughter, who died some years ago at Mr. Smiley's will be shortly removed.  [Shelby Independent News:  05 June 1873, Vol. 5, No. 32]

Bancroft, Nancy €

Bange, George Riley -- George Riley Bange, a well-known citizen of Mansfield, died this afternoon at 12:15 at his home at 93 West Third street, after having been very ill for the past few weeks.  Mr. Bange was born at Hanover, Pa. Nov. 16, 1850, and was the youngest son of Mr. & Mrs. William Bange.  He lived in the town of his birth until he was 19 years of age, when he came to Mansfield, arriving here Oct. 6, 1869, to learn the jeweler's trade with W.A. Grove.  Mansfield has been his home ever since.  After finishing his apprenticeship Mr. Bange entered into partnership with Mr. Grove and this continued for four years when he entered into the jewelry business for himself.  He has been prominent as a prompter at balls.  He was first prompter with Zay's orchestra, later of the American orchestra, of which he was business manager, and then of the orchestra which bore his name.  His services were frequently called for at society functions in various towns.   Mr. Bange was married Nov. 13, 1888 to Miss Maggie Kennedy, who, with one daughter, Miss Marguerite, survives him.  He was initiated into Venus Lodge, F. and A.M., in 1872, was a member of Mansfield chapter and of Mansfield commandery, No. 21, Knight's Templar.  He was also a member of the Ohio Consistory of the Scottish Rite, Cincinnati, and of the Al Koran Temple, Nobles of the Mystic Shrine, Cleveland.    The body will be taken to Hanover, Pa. for burial under escort of a Masonic brother, probably Huntington Brown.  The time for funeral services here has not yet been determined.   [Mansfield News:  04 November 1901, Vol. 17, No. 209]

Banks, ---- -- Washington.  Born, to Mr. & Mrs. David Banks, April 15th, a daughter.  Later, the child died on Sunday afternoon and was buried in the village cemetery on Monday, at 2 o'clock.  --  [Richland Shield & Banner:  25 April 1891, Vol. LXXIII, No. 49]

Banks, Blanche E. Smith -- 85Y;  d. 4/28/1956 at People's Hosp., Mansfield;  b. 3/8/1871 at Washington Twp.;  w/o Thomas M.;  bur. Mansfield Cem.  [MNJ 4/29/1956]

Banks, Charles -- Wednesday.  Charles Banks of this city, died last night at Delta, Fulton County, Ohio, at the residence of his daughter, Mrs. C.D. Zellner, where he had been visiting since last fall.  His death was caused by a paralytic stroke.  He was 84 years old and had been a resident of Richland County since 1859.  His remains will reach this city tomorrow at 4 p.m. and will be taken to the residence of his son, G.W. Banks, on Blecker Street, from whence the funeral will take place on Friday at 2 p.m.  Mr. Banks was the father of 16 children, 13 of whom are living.  His wife died in 1870.  --  [Richland Shield & Banner:  30 March 1889, Vol. LXXI, No. 45]

Banks, Kenneth O. -- Mansfield---Kenneth O. Banks, 82, of Mansfield died unexpectedly Thursday morning at Peoples Hospital.  He was born May 8, 1907, in Richland County and had lived in the Mansfield area most of his life.  He was a retired Madison school bus driver and was also retired from the Mansfield Tire and Rubber Co., where he had worked for 43 years.  He was a member of the East Hills Presbyterian Church and Venus Lodge 152.   Surviving are two sons, Larry Banks and Jim Banks, both of Mansfield; three daughters, Shirley Gough and Sina Davis, both of Mansfield, and Peg Volz of Lexington; 20 grandchildren; 31 great-grandchildren; a brother, Roger Banks of Perrysville; and two sisters, Thelma Geary of Loudonville and Darlene Mowers of Mansfield.   Submitted by Linda and Shirley--typed by Dina---[Mansfield News Journal--pg 7A---Feb. 23, 1990]

Banks, Richard F. -- Mansfield.  Richard F. Banks, 73, of 628 Highland Ave., died Wednesday at Mansfield General Hospital after a long illness.  Mr. Banks was born March 15, 1919, in Mansfield, living in the area all his life.  A retiree of the Tappan Company, he was member of Illinois Avenue Apostolic Christian Church and Tappan Quarter Century Club.  He was a veteran of the Army, serving during World War II.  Surviving are his wife, Mabel Fuhrer Banks; two daughters, Janet Moser of Bluffton, Ind., and Sheli Fairchild of Mansfield;  three sons, William F. and James L. Banks, both of Mansfield, and Larry D. Banks of Shauck; 18 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; and a niece and
nephew.  Calling hours at the Ontario Home of Wappner Funeral Directors will be Friday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 PM.  Funeral services will be held Saturday at 10:30 AM at Illinois Avenue Apostolic Christian Church, conducted by the church.  Burial will be Mansfield Memorial Park. Submitted by Linda and Shirley.  Typed by Beth Moore. (Mansfield News Journal 11 Feb. 1993. p. 8 C)

Bannert, Nicholas -- Funeral Services To Be held here Saturday Forenoon - Nicholas Bannert, 53, died at his home, 388 1/2 First avenue, Thursday night.  He is survived by his mother, Mrs. Padiena Bannert, Mansfield, and one brother, Conrad Bannert, Austria.  Funeral services will be held at 9:30 a.m. Saturday at St. Peter's Roman Catholic church conducted by Rev. Fr. R. C. Goebel. Burial will be made in the Mansfield Catholic cemetery by the Charles Schroer Co. directors. Submitted by Jean and Faye.  [THE MANSFIELD NEWS: Friday, December 16, 1932; Page 13]

Bannister, Ella (Risser) -- Mrs. Ella Bannister died at her home in Ft. Wayne about midnight Wednesday.  The deceased was well known in this city, being a daughter of Mrs. Jacob Risser and a sister of Mrs. A.F. Remy, of West Second Street.  Mrs. Bannister underwent an operation some weeks ago and it is thought that this, together with the hot weather, was the cause of her death.  Miss Bertie Risser left last Monday for Fort Wayne and was at the bedside of her sister when the end came.  Mrs. Jacob Risser and Mrs. A.F. Remy left Thursday morning for Ft. Wayne and will remain till after the funeral which occurs this afternoon.  [Mansfield News:  05 July 1901, Vol. 17, No. 106]

Barber, Amelia Minverva -- DIED -- At Shelby, Oct. 30th., Amelia Minerva, wife of Wm. F. Barber, aged 19 years. 4 months and 6 days. [MANSFIELD HERALD: 15 November 1883, Vol. 33, No. 52]

Barber, Charles -- JACKSON TWP. -- The funeral of Charles Barber of Taylortown, which occurred here last Thursday, was largely attended.  Services were conducted by the Rev. J. Richey, the Taylortown pastor.  Interment at Mt. Bethel cemetery. [RICHLAND SHIELD & BANNER:  02 May 1896, Vol. LXXVIII, No. 51]

Barber, M.M. -- Jackson Twp. Our neighbor M.M. Barber, Esq., whom we have mentioned in our items a number of times, died at this home, June 26. Jackson has lost one of its best business men, one who held the office of justice of the peace longer than any man in the county -- more than thirty years. He was township clerk about the same length of time. His funeral took place at his late residence last Thursday and interment was made at the Mt. Bethel church. He was a Mason and requested the lodge to bury him, but the family preferred otherwise. But the sprig of acacia will mark the spot we hope when our work on the trestle board is over we shall meet in the celestial world above. [(Mansfield) Weekly News: 05 July 1888, Vol. 5, No. 31]

Bard, Elizabeth W. -- Mansfield-Elizabeth W. Bard, 79, formerly of 496 Stewart Lane, died Tuesday evening at Mansfield Memorial Homes following a brief illness. She was born Feb. 15, 1912, in Wabash, Indiana, and had lived in Mansfield since 1967. Mrs. Bard was a member of Grace Episcopal Church. She served two terms as the president of the Women's Club, was a member of the Cosmopolitan Club and was active in local garden clubs. Surviving are her daughter and son-in-law,
Elizabeth B. and Adrian Golledge of River Falls, WI; two grandchildren; a brother, John Sherman Williams, Jr. of Durham, N.C.; four nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her husband, George C. Bard.  There will be no calling hours and a memorial service will be held at a later date. Burial will be in Forest Hills Memorial Park, Reading, PA. Memorials contributions may be made to the Audubon Society, American Cancer Society or Community Better. Wappner Funeral Directors are in charge of arrangements. Submitted by Rose. [Mansfield News Journal: 08 May 1991]

Bard, Elizabeth W. -- Mansfield. A memorial service for Elizabeth Ann (Williams) Bard, 79, of 496 Stewart Lane, who died May 7 at Mansfield Memorial Homes, will be held Saturday at 1 pm at the Grace Episcopal Church, 41 Bowman St. by the Rev. David Sipes. There will be no calling hours. Burial was held recently in Forest Hills Memorial Park, Reading, PA. Memorial contributions may be made to the Audubon Society or the American Cancer Society. Wappner Funeral Directors was in charge of arrangements. Submitted by Rose. [Mansfield News Journal: 22 May 1991]

Bard, George C. -- Mansfield. George C. Bard, 76, of 496 Stewart Lane died Saturday morning in Mansfield General Hospital following a brief illness. He was born Sept. 4, 1911 in Brooklyn, N.Y., living in Mansfield since 1967. Mr. Bard was a retired employee of the Firestone Tire and Rubber Company, including 10 years of overseas service in India, Sweden and the Philippines. He was a member of Grace Episcopal Church, the Men's Garden Club of Mansfield, SCORE and Elks Lodge No. 56. He was a 1934 graduate of Boston University. Surviving are his wife, Elizabeth A. (Williams) Bard; one daughter, Mrs. Adrian (Elizabeth) Golledge of River Falls, WI; and two grandchildren.  There will be no calling hours. Memorial services will be held Monday at 1 pm in the Diamond Street Home of Wappner Funeral Directors by the Rev. Canon David Stipes, his pastor. Burial will be in Forest Hills Memorial Park, Reading, PA. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association. Submitted by Rose. [Mansfield News Journal: 25 February 1988]

Bard, George C. -- Mansfield--George C, Bard, 76, of 496 Stewart Lane, died early Saturday in Mansfield General Hospital after a long illness. Arrangements are pending at he Diamond Street of Wappner Funeral Directors. Submitted by Rose. [Mansfield News Journal: 21 February 1988]

Barber, Melvin E. -- Melvin E. "Bud" Barber, 79, died on the morning of January 8, 2002, in Mount Pleasant, S.C. The funeral service, with full military honors, will be at the graveside in Arlington National Cemetery at 3 o'clock, Thursday, January 31, 2002. His nephew, the Rev. Douglas Meister will officiate. Arrangements were made at J. HENRY STUHR, INC., MT. PLEASANT CHAPEL.  Bud was born in Mansfield, Ohio, on June 8, 1922, the son of Fay and Helen Oglesbee Barber. A graduate of Madison High School, he excelled in football and still holds the school record for longest interception.  During World War II, he served in the 44th Tank Battalion. He landed with the first troops in Leyte and his tank battalion was one of the first to reach the prison camp to free the survivors of the Bataan death march. He was awarded the Bronze Star for bravery in the fighting and received a battlefield commission.  After the war he remained in the Army reserves retiring after 26 years with the rank of Major. At the time of his retirement, he was commander of an ordinance group in Marion, Ohio. He had also led the 865th Engineering Group prior to his last assignment.  Bud attended the Ohio State University. He retired as general superintendent of the Mansfield Asphalt Paving Co. after 40 years service. He was a past president of the County Association of Ohio Contractors. He served as a Richland County Central Committeeman and was active in the Ohio Democratic Party. He was a member of the First Christian Church in Mansfield and was a 32 degree Mason at Mansfield Lodge #35 AM and the Canton Ohio Shrine and a member of the American Legion. Upon his retirement in 1993 he moved to Florida and later moved to Charleston, S.C., in 1995.  Major Barber is survived by his wife, Norma Howell Barber with whom he celebrated their 56th wedding anniversary on Christmas Eve. He is also survived by his son and daughter-in-law, Brad and Helen Barber of Columbus, Ohio, his daughter and son-in-law, Marta and George Bott of New Orleans, and Dr. Mickey Barber and her spouse, Dr. Mark Segal of Charleston, S.C. His five grandchildren, Brandt and Benjamin Barber, Chloe Bott, Cameron and Lindsay Segal also survive. He is also survived by his sister, Evadene O'Brien of Butler, Pa., and several nieces and nephews.  In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister, Madeline Meister.  Memorials are suggested to John Ancrum SPCA, 3861 Leeds Ave., Charleston, S.C. 29405.   Submitted by Peggy.  [Charleston Post & Courier:  11 January 2002]

Bard, Minnie M.C. -- The funeral of Minnie M.C. Bard took place from the Tremont House Saturday afternoon.  --  [Mansfield Herald:  17 April 1890, Vol. 40, No. 22]

Bard, Minnie McSherry -- Mansfield, April 10.  Mrs. Minnie McSherry Bard, wife of W.A. Bard, formerly of this city, died at her home at Kokomo, Ind., yesterday afternoon at 4 o'clock.  The remains will be brought here for interment.  --  [Mansfield Evening News:  10 April 1890, Vol. 6, No. 30]

Bard, Minnie McSherry -- Thursday.  Mrs. W.A. Bard died at Kokomo, Ind., yesterday after a ten day's illness.  The deceased was the youngest daughter of the late John McSherry and lived here until about one year ago, when herself and husband with J.J. Hartley and wife moved to Kokomo.  The remains will be brought here for internment.  The deceased had many friends here.  --  [Richland Shield & Banner:  12 April 1890, Vol. LXII, No. 47]

Bard, Mrs. -- ADARIO, Mar. 17 -- Relatives here received word from Defiance of the death of Mrs. Bard, an aged lady who spent many of her years in Butler Twp. -- [RICHLAND SHIELD & BANNER: 21 March 1896, Vol. LXXVIII, No. 45]

Bard, Mrs. W.A. (nee McSherry) -- Word was received Wednesday morning that Mrs. W.A. Bard, youngest daughter of the late John McSherry, who, last year moved from Mansfield to Kokomo, Indiana, died at 4:00 Wednesday afternoon.  The body will be brought here for interment.  Due notice of the funeral will be given.  [Mansfield Herald:  10 April 1890, Vol. 40, No. 21]

Bare, Jacob -- Shelby.  Jacob Bare, aged 75 years, living one mile east of Bunker Hill, died last Tuesday of kidney trouble.  The funeral was held at the residence on Thursday.  --  [Mansfield Semi-Weekly News:  05 August 1898, Vol. 14, No. 65]

Bare, Jacob -- Amoy.  Jacob Bare, an old and respected citizen, died Tuesday.  Interment at the Dunkard cemetery Thursday.  --  [Mansfield Semi-Weekly News:  05 August 1898, Vol. 14, No. 65]

Bareham, Wayson -- Bellville.  Wayson Bareham died at the Globe House on Wednesday morning, aged 76 years.  His death was caused by a cancerous tumor, with which he has been afflicted for two years past.  He was a bachelor and was noted for his many eccentricities.  By hard work and frugal habits he had at one time accumulated considerable money, but had lost it all by unfortunate investments.  The funeral took place on Wednesday evening, services conducted by Rev. Austin Philpot.  --  [Richland Shield & Banner:  28 June 1890, Vol. LXXIII, No. 6]

Barer, Mary Ann -- Shelby, O., March 16 -- One of the most shocking accidents within the history of Shelby occurred this morning.  At an early hour Mrs. Mary Ann Barer, wife of Peter Barer, was found by Mrs. William Lantsbough lying on the floor at the family residence burned to a crisp.  It appears that the old lady arose and built the fire, from which by some mishap her clothes were ignited, and she burned to death before assistance could be rendered.  Her husband, who is old and decrepit, lay sick in bed within a few feet of where she was suffering the most excruciating torture, during her death struggle, and although frantic with grief and alarm was unable to render her any assistance.  She was seventy years of age and was highly respected by all who knew her. The chock had a serious effect on her husband, who, it is thought, will not long survive the terrible calamity.  The old couple are reported to be quite wealthy, but owing to their secluded way of living but few people knew anything of their affairs.  --  [Bellville Star:  19 March 1885, Vol. 8, No. 25]

Bargaheiser, Mrs. Jacob €

Bargaheiser, Levi -- DIED.  On Saturday morning, December 26, 1868, Mr. LEVI BARGAHEISER, in the 78th. year of his age.  Mr. B. immigrated to Fairfield county, Ohio in Oct., 1803, from Rockingham County, Va.  Returning to his native place when he became twenty-one years old.  He soon after again removed to Ohio;  this time to Richland County, about the year 1815.  He lived with Mr. Ruffner at the time the Indians massacred the Ruffner and Seymour families, escaping by not being at home at the time.   He purchased the farm on which he resided at his death, in 1819, when this vicinity was yet a howling wilderness, and lived to see it "bloom and blossom as the rose".  Thus one after another of our aged pioneers are dropping into their graves, leaving us only to cherish their memories, and recollect their hardships by the evidence of their labors surrounding us.  His funeral took place Sunday afternoon.  Services were held in the Lutheran church, by Rev. D. Summers.  A large number of relatives and friends were in attendance.  [Shelby Independent News:  31 December 1868, Vol. 1, No. 8]

Barger, Roy E. -- 63Y;  d. 6/20/1954 at Boardman, OH;  bro/o W.S. Barger  [Mansfield News Journal:  22 June 1954]

Barkdall, Thomas -- DIED.  Of paralysis, Jan. 1st., 1869, Rev. Thomas Barkdall, aged fifty-six years.    [Shelby Independent News:  07 January 1869, Vol. 1, No. 9]

Barkdall, Thomas -- We last week noticed the death of this distinguished minister of the Gospel, on the 1st. of Jan., 1869.  We first became acquainted with the deceased about ten years ago, and his kindness, and sympathy to us, in the most afflicting circumstances endeared him to us.  We are indebted to Rev. W.H. Painter for the following biographical sketch of his life:  Mr. Barkdull was widely known as a distinguished minister of the Methodist Episcopal Church, and endeared to a large circle of admiring friends.  In early manhood he experienced the converting grace of God, and united with the Methodist Episcopal Church, and in 1835, he was received on trial in the Ohio Conference as a traveling preacher.  The Ohio Conference then covered the entire northern part of the State, comprising the territory now composing the North Ohio, and the Central Ohio Conferences, with but two or three presiding Elders' districts, and membership of a few hundred.  During the thirty-three years of his ministerial labor he saw the Church of his love steadily increase in numbers, and influence, until the one Conference grew to two, with thirteen presiding Elder's districts, and a membership of some thirty thousand.  He was one of the pioneers, and his labors with God's blessing contributed not a little to the results above stated.  He stood high in esteem, and confidence of his brethren in the conference, and once or twice represented them in the General Conference.  Of the thirty three years of his effective ministry, fully one half was upon Districts as presiding Elder.  He was an able and successful minister, a true friend, a Christian gentleman, a safe counselor, a kind and faithful husband, and parent.  His loss will be severely felt by his family, his conference, and his large circle of friends.  Submitted by Amy.   [Shelby Independent News:  14 January 1869]

Barkdoll, Julia Ann -- Friday.  Mrs. Julia Ann Barkdoll died today at her home, about four miles northeast of the city, aged about 75 years.  The funeral will take place Sunday at 1 o'clock p.m.  -- [Richland Shield & Banner:  12 June 1891, Vol. LXXIV, No. 4]

Barker, Enoch -- Enoch BARKER was born in Lexington, Richland County, Ohio, September 15, 1848 and departed this life at the family home in Archie, Cass County, Missouri, on Tuesday, January 15, 1918, aged 69 years and 4 months. He moved to Illinois at the age of 21 years and on January 1, 1873, was married to Miss Mary Jane ALLSHOUSE. Eight children were born to this happy union, two of whom died in infancy. Those surviving are: John D. and Miss Maude BARKER of Archie, Missouri, and Owen, Ira and Israel BARKER and Mrs. Cora GILLS of Sciota, McDonough County, Illinois. Besides these, the deceased also leaves a wife and eight grandchildren. Mr. BARKER and his family moved to his farm, just west of Archie, in October 1904. He, his wife and their daughter, Miss Maude, moved to the present home in Archie a few months ago, the son, John d. BARKER, and family remaining on the farm. Brother BARKER had been a member of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows for more than 26 years. [Body shipped to Illinois for burial.]  Submitted by Judith.  [Cass County Democrat, Harrisonville, Cass County, Missouri January 24, 1918]

Barkey, Joseph H.

Barklow, Mrs. Patrick -- **see:  Shelby's Fourth Of July Tragedy

Barklow, Rose A. -- The funeral services of Mrs. Rose A. Barklow, of whose death mention was made in yesterday's News will be held Sunday afternoon at 2 o'clock.  [Mansfield News:  09 May 1901, Vol. 17, No. 59]

Barnes, ---- -- Butler.  A telephone message Friday afternoon announced the sudden death of a Mr. Barnes, which occurred yesterday morning at his home about six miles south of Loudonville.  Mr. Barnes lived alone and was found dead in bed by a number of neighbors.  The cause of his death is unknown.  The dead man moved from Mt. Vernon to the farm near Loudonvillle last summer.  He was about 50 years of age and was a farmer.  [Butler Enterprise:  05 December 1902, Vol. XIV, No. 48 as reprinted from the Saturday edition of the Mansfield Shield]

Barnes, Ethel R. Lybarger -- SHELBY--Ethel R. Barnes, 81, formerly of 80 Grand Blvd. Extension, died Friday night at the Crestwood Care Center after a long illness.  She was born Dec. 23, 1911, in Richland County to Harrison and Hattie Valentine Lybarger.  A lifelong Shelby resident, Mrs. Barnes was a 21 year employee of AMF until her retirement in 1976.  She was a member of the First Lutheran Church, Ruth Gleaners Class, AARP and the Hazelgrove Grange.  She was a former member of the Clay Memorial Lutheran Church and the Union Grange.  She is survived by a daughter, Martha L. Clark of Mount Vernon; two sons and daughters-in-law, Ray E. and Caryln Clark and Gene A. and Donna Clark, all of Shelby; a stepdaughter, Bernice Griffeth of Shelby; six grandchildren; five stepgrandchildren; a step-great-grandchild; a niece, Wanda J. Humphrey of Shelby; and other relatives.  She was preceded in death by her first husband, Byron Y. Clark, in 1954; her second husband, George W. Barnes, in 1981; a stepdaughter, Frances List; a stepson, George W. Barnes Jr.; three sisters, Jennie Blatter, Blanche Humphrey and Mae Craighead; and two brothers, Dewey and Lewis Lybarger.  Calling hours will be Monday from 3 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. at the Barkdull Funeral Home, where funeral services will be held Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. by the Rev. Carl L. Johnson.  Burial will be in Oakland Cemetery.  Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association in care of the funeral home.  Submitted by Linda and Shirley [unknown newspaper 29 August 1993]

Barnes, Thomas R. -- T. R. Barnes stricken incident after noon today at age 78 -- Thomas R. Barnes, 78, at one time a prominent manufacturer and active in Republican political organizations, died at 1:15 P M today at the home of his daughter, Mrs. J. C. Gorman, Woodland Rd. He had been ill only a few days. Mr. Barnes was one of the organizers and the first chairman of the board of directors of the Barnes Manufacturing company. He had also been associated with a number of Mansfield institutions. He had served as director of the Mansfield Savings Trust Co. and a vice president of the Citizens Savings and Loan company. He was a director of Memorial Park, and chairman of the board of the Conservancy District at one time. He was appointed a member of the Board of elections last year, but resigned shortly afterward due to poor health. The member of Westbrook Country Club, he had been active in organizing the Senior Golf tournament which is held annually. Mr. Barnes was a member of the Republican Party most of his life and served on the executive committee for more than 25 years. During that time he also served in the capacity of treasurer of the party for five years. Mr. Barnes served two terms on Mansfield City Council and in 1932 was a delegate to the Republican National Convention which nominated Herbert Hoover for a second term. He was a Presidential elector for Calvin Coolidge in 1925. He was listed in several editions of Who's Who in America. That volume said his first employment was as a grocery clerk, and listed nine firms in which he had held executive positions in Mansfield. An active Republican for some 50 years, Mr. Barnes was chairman of the Finance Committee of the county party organization for more than 30 years, and was treasurer for five, resigning that position last May due to ill health. Born on a farm near Salem, March 21st 1862, and educated in Mahoning County Schools, Mr. Barnes obtained his first employment in a grocery store. In 1885 he was married to this Lida R. Scott of Mansfield, who survives him. Coming to Mansfield at the age of 21 he was first employed by the Adams Express Co., and then became secretary of it the Humphryes Manufacturing Co., where he acquired the practical knowledge of pump manufacture. He then organized the Barnes Manufacturing company in 1895, and was for many years chairman of the board. He was a member of the board of trustees of the First Presbyterian Church for six years. Surviving are his wife, Lida, and a daughter, Mrs. J. C. Gorman; two grandchildren and one great grandchild. No funeral arrangements had been made this afternoon. Submitted by Ann. [unidentified newspaper: 1941]

Barnes, P.Y. -- Plymouth.  The funeral of P.Y. Barnes, who lived three miles east of town, was held Tuesday.  --  [Richland Shield & Banner:  16 March 1895, Vol. LXXVII, No. 44]

Barnes, W.H. -- Died at Collins, Ohio, Aug. 10th., 1902, after a lingering illness, Mr. W.H. Barnes, a former resident of Bellville, and member of the M.E. church.  Mr. Barnes had been in poor health for a number of years, and for the past nine months had been a constant care, both day and night.  He is survived by his wife, and daughter, Ella.  [Bellville Messenger:  22 August 1902, Vol. X, No. 34]

Barnes, William -- BUNKER HILL.  Elwood Barnes received word that the body of his son, William, who had lost his life in the last battle of the World war, had arrived at Danville.  The funeral was held at Amity Sunday afternoon and burial in the Amity cemetery.  [Richland County Leader:  12 August 1921, Vol. 2, No. 35]

Barnett, ---- -- LEXINGTON -- The aged Mrs. Barnett, who resided in this place last winter, died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Bowers, a few miles north-west of here, last Thursday evening. A post-mortem examination was held and it was found that the liver had grown fast to the stomach, and also 160 gall stones were found in the gall. Her sufferings were intense. She was buried in our beautiful cemetery last Saturday. -- [BELLVILLE INDEPENDENT: 01 March 1894, Vol. 6, No. 42]

Barnett, David -- David Barnett was born in Washington County, Pa. April 6th., 1814.  He came with his parents to Richland County, Ohio, in 1831, where he has ever since resided.  In the year 1837 he was married to Miss Mary Ann Steward, with whom he lived devotedly for over fifty-six years, she still surviving him;  they raised a family of five children, two sons living in Washington state, a daughter in Waterloo, Ind., and two daughters near Lexington.  Early in life he became a member of the United Presbyterian church serving many years as an elder and living a constant member until death.  He died at his home on Delaware Street, in Lexington, on Sept. 19, 1893, in the 80th. year of his age.  The funeral services were conducted by the Rev. Smith, assisted by Rev. Kealy and were largely attended.  --  [Richland Shield & Banner:  30 September 1893, Vol. LXXVI, No. 19]

Barnett, Delilah -- Saturday.  Mrs. Robert Barnett, of Lexington, died at 2 o'clock yesterday, aged about 45 years.  The funeral will take place tomorrow at 2 o'clock.  Mr. and Mrs. Barnett have only been married a few months.  Mr. Barnett is Mayor of Lexington and was formerly Representative from this county in the Ohio Legislature.  --  [Richland Shield & Banner:  08 June 1889, Vol. LXXII, No. 3]

Barnett, John -- Lexington.  John Barnett, a former resident of this place, died at the home of his son, Frank Barnett, in Michigan.  His age was 86 years.  The remains were laid to rest at West Unity, Ohio.  --  [Bellville Messenger:  26 January 1906, Vol. 13, No. 52]

Barnett, Mary Ann -- Mrs. Mary Ann Barnett was born in Pa., June 18th., 1812, and died Feb. 22, 1894.  She was married in 1837 to David Barnett, who only last September preceded her to that world beyond.  For over fifty-six long years they traveled together in life's pathway sharing each others joys and sorrows, trials and ecstasies.  But at length that unrelenting power we call  death grasped the scepter of life from their feeble hands and laid them down to rest.  They raised a family of five children, two sons living in Washington state, a daughter in Waterloo, Ind., and two daughters living near Lexington, where Mrs. Barnett died at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Eliza Bowers.  Early in life she united with the United Presbyterian Church, in which she remained until her death.  The funeral services were conducted by the Rev. Benaugh, of the Presbyterian church.  <scripture omitted>  --  [Richland Shield & Banner:  21 April 1894, Vol. LXXVI, No. 49]

Barnett, Robert -- The Hon. Robert Barnett, ex-member of the legislature from Richland County, who served in that capacity in the 61st. and 62nd. general assemblies, 1874-'78, died at his home in Troy Township, at 1 o'clock a.m., Tuesday, Aug. 31, aged 85 years and 9 days.  Funeral 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 1.  Interment in the Lexington Cemetery.  [Semi-Weekly News:  03 September 1897, Vol. 13, No. 71]

Barnett, Robert -- Lexington.  The Rev. Mr. Seward and the Rev. Thompson officiated Wednesday at 10:30 at the obsequies of the Hon. Robert Barnett.  The deceased was born in Washington County, Pa., Aug. 22, 1812, and a few years after his birth his parents moved to Belmont County and the family came to Lexington in 1831.  Robert Barnett was an athletic man and helped blaze the way through the primitive wilds on the site of Lexington.  He was a carpenter and built some of the old landmarks in the village.  He lived many years on his farm in Troy township and returned to Lexington where his wife died June 25, 1886.  He was married again May 17, 1888, to Mrs. Timanis, widow of Lemuel Timanis and she passed to the mystic realms of the dead in May, 1889.  He officiated as mayor and justice and held other positions of trust and was an exemplary citizen.  [Semi-Weekly News:  03 September 1897, Vol. 13, No. 71]

Barnett, Robert C. -- R.C. Barnett died Monday morning at 8:15 at his home two miles from Lexington, aged 43 years.  He leaves a wife and five children.  Funeral Wednesday morning at 10 o'clock from his late residence.  [Semi-Weekly News: 30 July 1897, Vol. 13, No. 61]

Barnett, Robert C. -- Lexington.  R.C. Barnett died at his home two miles northeast of here Monday of consumption, aged 44 years, and interment was here Wednesday.  His second wife and five children survive him.  [Semi-Weekly News: 03 August 1897, Vol. 13, No. 62]

Barney, Harry F. -- 62Y;  d. 10/17/1955 at Gen. Hosp.;  b. 2/6/1893 at Harford City, IN;  Mansfield resident 1920-1955;  bur. Mansfield Mem. Park  [MNJ 10/18/1955]

Barnhart, Wesley -- Bangorville.  Wesley Barnhart, living south of here, was buried Saturday.  Death was caused from abscess of the liver.  [Semi-Weekly News:  10 December 1897, Vol. 13, No. 99]

Barnhill, Eliza

Barnhill, Thomas Yates -- 83Y;  d. 5/6/1954 at daughter's home, Mansfield;  b. 4/29/1871 at Nankin, OH;  Mansfield resident for 35 years  [MNJ 5/7/1954]

Barr, ---- -- Wednesday.  The infant child of Mr. & Mrs. John Barr, who reside two miles north of the city, died last evening from an attack of cholera infantum.  The funeral occurred today from the family residence at 1:30 p.m.  --  [Richland Shield & Banner:  28 July 1894, Vol. LXXVII, No. 11]

Barr, Catharine -- ADARIO -- Relatives here received word today of the death of Miss Catharine Barr at Paradise Hill.  --  [Richland Shield & Banner:  18 April 1896, Vol. LXXVIII, No. 49]

Barr, Catharine -- Mifflin.  Mrs. Catharine Barr died last Thursday from dropsy and heart disease.  She was in her 60th. year.  The funeral took place at Mt. Zion church, the Rev. W.G. Smith officiating.  --  [Mansfield Evening News:  07 May 1890, Vol. 6, No. 53]

Barr, Elizabeth -- On Saturday evening last, Mrs. Elizabeth Barr died at the residence of her son-in-law, Dr. J.A. Jones, in this city, aged seventy-eight. She was born near Hagerstown, Maryland, where she was married to Col. Barr of the same county, and both removed to this county in 1828, settling on a farm a few miles north-west of Mansfield, her husband dying in 1855, aged 78. She was the mother of seven children, six of whom survive her - Sam'l Barr, proprietor of the Wiler House; Harrison Barr, of the firm of Parr & Patterson, Mrs. Dr. J.A. Jones; Mrs. Robt. Coulter, Mrs. DePay and Mrs. Bonar, of Van Wert. Her remains were conveyed to the Mansfield Cemetery on Monday, attended by a large concourse of relatives and friends. Submitted by Jean. [Richland Shield & Banner 01 May 1875 Pg. 2 col. 5]

Barr, Fannie West -- 82Y;  d. 3/7/1954 at C.A. Woods residence, Mansfield;  b. 10/22/1871 at Maryland;  Came to Mansfield at an early age;  wid/o Charles T.  [MNJ 3/8/1954]

Barr, Francis P. -- d. 6/21/1954 at home, Lexington - heart attack;  prominent optometrist;  h/o Thelma Frizzell  [Mansfield News Journal:  21 June 1954]

Barr, Francis P. -- 77Y;  d. 6/21/1954 at home, Lexington;  s/o James & Sarah Barr;  h/o Thelma Frizzell;  bur. Forest Rose Cem., Lancaster, OH  [Mansfield News Journal:  22 June 1954]

Barr, Ira -- Lexington.  Charles Barr received intelligence of the tragic death of Ira Barr, his brother, at Rockford, Ill., July 17.  He fell from the cars and his body was cut in two and he was buried there.  [Semi-Weekly News:  27 July 1897, Vol. 13, No. 60]

Barr, Ira -- Word has just reached relatives of Ira Barr, who left his home near Mifflin a short time ago, that he met his death by an accident on a railroad about 40 miles west of Chicago about a week ago.  The unfortunate man was a mason and was going west to seek employment.  [Semi-Weekly News: 27 July 1897, Vol. 13, No. 60]

Barr, John -- Lucas.  John Barr, aged 46, died last Monday morning and was buried Wednesday.  He leaves a wife, two sons and three daughters.  He had been sick for nearly a year with stomach and heart trouble.  He was a member of Monroe Lodge, No. 224, I.O.O.F., under whose auspices he was buried.  [Semi-Weekly News:  15 January 1897, Vol. 13, No. 5]

Barr, John L. -- It was with surprise that the people of Bellville and Butler learned of the death last Saturday morning of John L. Barr, at Mansfield. He was taken suddenly ill soon after eating his breakfast and went to the home of Miss Anna Hawley, 73 South Main street, where he lay down on a davenport.  He seemed to be getting better, when suddenly he rolled to the floor and soon expired.  Mr. Barr was born in Washington county, Pennsylvania, Dec. 13, 1865.  He came to Ohio with his parents, Mr. & Mrs. William Barr, when he was a small child.  He learned telegraphy and at the age of nineteen was telegraph operator for the B. & O. railroad company of Butler, also acting as agent part of the time.  He resigned this position after six years and entered the newspaper, being editor and owner of the BUTLER CYCLONE, later the BUTLER TIMES.  He also carried on the first banking business in Butler and shipped produce.  Later he went to Mansfield where he conducted a tea store on South Main street for ten years.  After retiring from the tea business, Mr. Barr was manager of the Clear Creek Coal and Lumber company, a Tennessee concern for a number of years.  Of late years he had been in the real estate business.  Mr. Barr was interested in politics, having once been elected a member of the board of infirmary directors.  This summer he decided to make the race for the nomination for mayor on the Republican ticket.  He was a member of the Modern Woodmen, Knights of Pythias lodges and of the First Methodist church of Mansfield.  He is survived by one brother, A.B. Barr, of Bloomington, Ill., and one sister, Mrs. James McAlpin, of Tarentum, Pa.  The funeral was held Tuesday at Mansfield, conducted by the Rev. Foster C. Anderson, of the First Methodist church.  Many lodgemen and other friends attended.  [Richland County Leader:  01 July 1921, Vol. 2, No. 29]

Barr, Malissa -- Monday.  Miss Malissa Barr, aged about 32 years, died at her home on Marion Avenue yesterday afternoon at 3 o'clock of consumption.  Miss Barr at one time taught in the Marion Avenue School and her many friends regret her demise.  The time of the funeral will be announced later.  -- [Richland Shield & Banner:  08 August 1891, Vol. LXXIV, No. 12]

Barr, Mrs. Andrew J. -- Mansfield.  Monday.  Mrs. Andrew J. Barr died Saturday evening at her home on West Bloom Street of consumption.  The funeral took place at three o'clock this afternoon.  --  [Richland Shield & Banner:  21 September 1889, Vol. LXXII, No. 18]

Barr, Mrs. William H. -- Mrs. Wm. H. Barr died at the home of her son, A.B. Barr, of 23 Granite Street, Sunday, at 12:40 p.m. at the age of 62 years.  Mrs. Barr was born in Washington County, Pa. and removed with the family to Ohio in 1880.  The past few years of her life up to about a year ago were spent in Zanesville, O.  Mr. and Mrs. Barr expected to move into a home of their own recently purchased last spring but she was confined to her bed about that time and was never able to be moved.  She was converted to a Christian life, at an early age and was at the time of her death a member of the Second Presbyterian Church, of Zanesville, O., where she had been president of the Ladies' Home Missionary Society, an organization she always took much interest in.  She also was quite a church worker.  She leaves a husband, Wm. H. Barr, a daughter, Miss Mary Barr, and two sons, A.B. and J.L. Barr, all of this city;  a brother at Canonsburg, Pa., and a sister at Owenton, Ky.  Her two other brothers, Rev. J.W. Heagan, who was a minister in the Presbyterian church, and James Heagan of Zanesville, also a daughter, Martha Jane, and two sons, Clarence and E. Nelson, the latter a Presbyterian minister, having preceded her to the spirit world.  The funeral will take place from the residence, Tuesday afternoon, at 2 o'clock conducted by the Rev. Dr. D.J. Meese.  Interment in the Mansfield Cemetery.  --  [Bellville Messenger:  23 October 1903, Vol. 11, No. 42 as reprinted from the Richland Shield and Banner of Monday]

Barr, Oliver Jr. -- Lexington.  The remains of Oliver Barr, Jr., who died in Chicago, Saturday, Oct. 8, were brought to Lexington Sunday night and taken to the chapel at the cemetery, where services were held at 4 o'clock, a minister from Galion officiating.  The mother and other relatives and friends of the deceased from Galion, were also present.  Interment was beside his father.  The deceased was aged 20 years and died of tuberculosis.  The interment was in a vault of new and attractive design.  The conception of the design was by John B. Williams, superintendent of the cemetery.  The floral and other ornamentations of the place of sepulcher were very unique and beautiful and upon the minds of the sorrowing friends the impression was left as a beautiful place of repose, instead of the dark confines of the grave.  -- [Mansfield Semi-Weekly News: 18 October 1898, Vol. 14, No. 86]

Barr, Samuel -- Samuel Barr, one of the oldest residents of Monroe township, died suddenly Saturday evening, March 1, of heart failure. Mr. Barr had lived upon the farm, a mile north of Lucas, where he died, nearly his whole life. His father, David Barr, came from Pennsylvania in the early days of the county and entered Richland which was still government land. Samuel Barr sprang from a hardy, vigorous race of people and by reason of qualities inherited and virtue of a pure and exemplary life he lacked but a few months of the Psalmist's limit when the chapter of his life was finished. It can truthfully be said of him as can be said of but few who live a busy life extending toward the four score, that he never said a harsh word of any man and probably no man ever said a harsh word of him. He never lost a friend and never made an enemy. He was a farmer all his life and lived the plain, simple, unostentatious life of country people. In his youth he became a member of the Lutheran church and lived a Christian life to the end. He left four daughters, the eldest Mrs. William Durban, who lives on the farm where he died; Mrs. Kerr, of Mansfield; Mrs. Swigert, of Kansas, and Mrs. Sheridan McFarland, of Mansfield, Funeral from the Lutheran church in Lucas at 10:30 Tuesday.  Submitted by Jean & Faye.  [Mansfield News:  03 March 1902]

Barr, Susan M. -- Mrs. Susan M. Barr, widow of Samuel Barr, died about 11 o'clock Saturday night at the home of her daughter, Mrs. J. Sheridan McFarland, of 46 Greenwood boulevard. Mrs. Barr had been ill for several months with a complication of diseases. She was 82 years of age, and besides her daughter, is survived by a brother, W. P. McBride, of Oklahoma. She was one of the oldest members of St. Luke's Lutheran church. Funeral services were held at 1 o'clock this afternoon from the home of her daughter, conducted by the Rev. Paul W. Keller, assisted by the Rev. O. L. Kiplinger. Interment will be in the Lucas cemetery. Submitted by Jean and Faye. [THE MANSFIELD NEWS, Monday, October 1, 1917]

Barrett, Haskell -- Bellville.  Haskell Barrett died at his home on Fitting Avenue, on Saturday morning, June 22nd., aged 84 years.  Mr. Barrett had suffered with paralysis for 18 months, gradually growing worse until for several months past he had been entirely helpless.  The funeral took place from his late residence on Monday at 2 p.m.  Services conducted by Rev. John Kelly.  Interment at the Lexington Cemetery.  --  [Richland Shield & Banner:  29 June 1889, Vol. LXXII, No. 6]

Barrett, Honora -- Mrs. Honora Barrett died at her home on East Third St. at 11 o'clock this forenoon.  Mrs. Barrett was 84 years of age and her health had been very poor for the past few years.  The deceased was the mother of J.H. Barrett, general manager of the C.A.&C. and Ohio Southern railroads;  Mrs. Jerry Sullivan and Miss Mary Barrett, of this city, and Mrs. E.C. Lingon of Dennison, O.  The funeral will be held at 10 o'clock tomorrow morning from St. Peter's Catholic Church.  Rev. Father Magenhann will officiate.  --  [Richland Shield & Banner:  29 September 1894, Vol. LXXVII, No. 20]

Barrett, Martha -- Butler.  Mrs. Martha Barrett, aged about 70 years, died Tuesday at the home of her son-in-law, David Freed, southeast of town.  The funeral was held Thursday at 11 o'clock, from the Evangelical church, conducted by the Rev. E.D. Paulin.  Interment was held in the Four Corners cemetery.  --  [Bellville Messenger:  10 January 1902, Vol. X, No. 2]

Barrett, Richard

Barrow, Charles -- Charles Barrow, father of Thomas W. Barrow, of this city, and formerly a resident of Mansfield, died at the residence of his daughter, Mrs. George S. Faurot, at Lima, on Monday morning, aged seventy-six years.  His death was caused by paralysis with which he has been afflicted for several years.  The remains were brought to this city for interment, the funeral taking place to-day from the residence of his son on Water street.   [Ohio Liberal:  16 January 1884]

Bartley, Judge Thomas W. -- *see:  Biography of Judge Thomas W. Bartley

Bartlow, Rosanna -- Mrs. Rosanna Bartlow died at her home, 145 West Sixth Street, Wednesday morning at 2:30 o'clock.  Mrs. Bartlow had been ill for some time with a complication of diseases.  The deceased was 86 years and 2 months old.  She leaves one son and daughter, Harry Bartlow, of East Sixth Street and Mrs. Francis McAfferty, of High Street, and ten grandchildren.  [Mansfield News:  08 May 1901, Vol. 17, No. 58]  *see also:  Rose A. Barklow.

Bartlow, William

Bartlow, William -- In common pleas court the Equitable Life Assurance Company of the United States has been sued by J.J. Maguire, administrator of the estate of William Bartlow, deceased, for $5,000.  The plaintiff says that June 4, 1896 Bartlow was inured for $5,000, a premium of $27.30 being paid.  Bartlow died Aug. 13, 1896, and the company refused to pay upon proof of death.  The plaintiff seeks to recover $5,000, Maguire & Galbraith and Donnell & Marriott are the attorneys of the estate.  [Semi-Weekly News:  23 October 1896, Vol. 12, No. 86]

Bartlow, William -- J.J. Maguire, administrator of the estate of William Bartlow, deceased, by his attorneys, Maguire & Galbraith, filed a second suit in common pleas court Saturday afternoon against the Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance company for $5,000.  It will be remembered that Bartlow insured his life heavily and then committed suicide.  The action filed yesterday on behalf of the estate is to collect policy No. 349,249 for $5,000 on behalf of the estate of the deceased.   [Semi-Weekly News:  17 November 1896, Vol. 12, No. 93]

Barton, Bessie -- Bessie Barton, aged five, died at the home of her grandfather, James Barton, Spring Mill Street, Sunday evening from diphtheria.  She has been sick for several days and has suffered acutely from the dreaded disease.  The funeral took place Tuesday.  [Mansfield Herald:  17 December 1885, Vol. 36, No. 5]

Barton, Elisha

Barton, Eliza (Gatton) -- Mrs. Eliza Gatton died at her home east of Bellville, Thursday, after a two weeks' illness, aged about 78 years.  She leaves three sisters, and one brother, Mrs. Jane McGarvy of Mansfield, Mrs. Elizabeth Hendrickson of Bellville, and Sarah Gatton and Thos. Gatton, of near Bellville.  The funeral services were held at her late home at 10 a.m. Thursday, conducted by Eld. H.H. Burkholder.  Interment at the Four Corners Cemetery.  --  [Butler Enterprise:  15 September 1905, Vol. 17, No. 32]

Barton, Eliza (Gatton) -- Eliza (nee Gatton) Barton died Tuesday evening, Sept. 12, 1905, aged 77 years, 5 months and 28 days.  She was a daughter of John and Rachel Gatton and the third of a family of eight children.  Mrs. Barton was born on the farm now owned by D. Arnold Lanehart and has spent the greater part of her life in the vicinity of her birth.  She was united in marriage to John Barton, January 7, 1847.  To this union no children were born.  Mr. Barton preceded her in death.  She will be remembered by her many friends and acquaintances as one who possessed many noble traits.  She leaves one brother, three sisters, and many other relatives to mourn.  During her last illness she was tenderly cared for by a nephew and niece, Mr. and Mrs. Charles and Mary Lemley.  Funeral services were held at her late residence on Thursday, September 14, at 10:30 a.m., conducted by Eld. H.H. Burkholder.  Interment in the Mt. Zion Cemetery.  --  [Butler Enterprise:  22 September 1905, Vol. 17, No. 33]

Barton, Henry B. -- DIED -- Mr. HENRY B. BARTON, residing about one mile South East of Shelby, on Wednesday, February 3, 1869, after a lingering illness.  We have not been informed as to his age.  [Shelby Independent News:  11 February 1869, Vol. 1, No. 14]

Barton, Henry P. -- DIED -- In the triumphs of the Christian's faith, at his residence near Shelby, Ohio, on the morning of the 6th. inst., Mr. HENRY P. BARTON, in the 47th. year of his age.  He was born in New Haven, Oswego County, N.Y., May 11, 1824.  He removed to the vicinity of Shelby in 1857, and was a consistent and loved member of the Presbyterian Church of this place, for eleven years, having made a profession of religion in the Congregational Church, before his removal to this State.  His remains have been taken back to the home of his youth, there to be interred.  The stricken family have the sympathies of all, and the earnest prayers of Christians.  A memorial sermon will be preached on Sabbath, August 21, at 10 o'clock a.m., in the Presbyterian Church.  [Shelby Independent News:   11 August 1870, Vol. 2, No. 41]

Barton, Luella -- DIED -- In Jackson Twp., Tuesday, March 28, 1871, of lung fever, Miss LUELLA BARTON, aged about 15 years.  Luella was a child of the covenant.  An early religious education had taken root in her quiet nature.  She loved the Saviour, and touched the hem of his garment, but in her diffidence, shrunk from coming before Him.  She was known better where she is missed the most, in the home circle.  Within the past eight months, two earthly links have been broken in this afflicted family.  A father and a daughter are taken away;  a mother and a daughter remain.  Those who tarry with us, have the sympathies of every one, but how powerless to sustain in this hour.  We are but companions in grief, and need to go with them to that unfailing source of comfort.  [Shelby Independent News:  06 April 1871, Vol. 3, No. 23]

Barton, Susan -- Died, at Greenwich, Huron Co., Ohio, February 11th., 1876, Mrs. Susan Barton, at the advanced age of 70 years.  The deceased had, for sixteen years, been a resident of Shelby.  Her funeral was conducted from the U.B. Church of this place, attended by a large concourse of relatives and friends, her remains having been brought here for interment in the Oakland Cemetery, where they will rest until the great trump shall sound.  She died in great peace, after giving special directions as to her burial.  Deceased was the mother of Mrs. Wilson Curran of our place, to whom we extend our sympathy in her bereavement.  -- O.H.R.  [Shelby Independent News:  17 February 1876, Vol. 8, No. 16]

Barton, T.J. -- Thursday -- Dr. T.J. Barton of Zanesville died Wednesday afternoon at 5 o'clock. Dr. Barton formerly lived near Pavonia and was a son of the late Elisha Barton. He was a brother of Mrs. L.J. Jourdan of this city. The remains will be brought from Zanesville to his old home for interment. The deceased was well known in this city. -- [RICHLAND SHIELD & BANNER: 25 April 1896, Vol. LXXVIII, No. 50]

Bartram, Cecil -- Cecil Bartram Jr., 46, of 158 Harker St., died Thursday morning at the Mansfield General Hospital, following an extended illness. Mr. Bartram was born Sept. 6, 1921 at Raceland, Ky., and lived in Mansfield for the past 15 years. He was a former employe of the Dominion Electric Co. Surviving are his mother, Della Bartram, with whom he made him [sic] home; two brothers, Homer G. Bartram, at home, and Donald Bartram, of Indian River City, Fla., one sister, Mrs. Herbert Hill, of 811 Grace St., and a number of nieces and nephews. The body is at the Wappner Funeral Home where friends may call this evening. Saturday the body will be taken to the Heston Funeral Home, Louisa, Ky., where friends may call Saturday evening. Funeral services will be held Sunday at 11 a.m., at the Peters Chapel, Millcreek, Ft. Gay, W.V. Burial will be in the Peters Cemetery, Wayne County, W. Va. Submitted by Linda and Shirley. Typed by Gay Hoffman [Mansfield News Journal: Friday, January 26, 1968]

Barts, John -- Lexington.  The funeral of John Barts, the man killed on the B.&O. railroad near here on Saturday, took place Monday at 2 o'clock.  --  [Mansfield Weekly News:  13 October 1887, Vol. 3, No. 45]

Barts, Johnnie -- Lexington.  We have been shocked by another railroad accident.  This time it is on of our oldest citizens, Johnnie Barts, who met his death on Saturday forenoon, October 8, while at work on the section near town.  A passing freight had disconnected, the parts being close together.  The men stepped off the track for the engine and its part, and as it had passed Mr. Barts stepped on again.  The men hollowed at him but too late.  The rear end struck him on the right shoulder, knocking him from the track, crushing his shoulder and breaking several of his ribs.  Dr. H.H. Smith attended the injured man and did the best for his condition but his injuries were too severe to save him from an untimely death.  Mr. Barts intended quitting the section this fall for good.  As he has worked on the section at this place for 32 years, he was entitled to a pension of 25 cents a day the remainder of his life without work.  Mr. Barts funeral took place at 2 o'clock Monday.  He will be interred at the Lexington Cemetery.  He leaves many friends to mourn his loss.  --  [Bellville Star:  13 October 1887, Vol. 11, No. 3]

Basinger, Ira W. (Dr.) -- 67Y;  d. 3/4/1954 at Mansfield Gen. Hosp. (heart attack);  b. 11/18/1886 at Pandora, OH;  Dentist;  Former Lima, OH resident;  graduate of Ohio State Univ. Dental School;  h/o Helen Meeks;  bur. Mansfield Cem.  [MNJ 3/5/1954]

Bassett, Bess Hatton -- Mrs. Bess Hatton Bassett, 78, 288 Vennum Ave., a resident of this area most of her life, died at her home about 1:15 Wednesday.  She was born at Ottawa, Ohio, on Dec. 28, 1882. She was married to Seward Bassett who died June 4, 1958.  Survivors are two sons, Harry L. Bassett, at home, and George W. Bassett of 551 Fairoaks Blvd., and three nieces, Mrs. Robert LeFevre of Mansfield, Mrs. Lawrence Baldinger of Loudonville and Mrs. Genevieve Mark of Killbuck.  Funeral services will be held at Jones Memorial in charge of Dr. William M. Taylor, pastor of the Park Avenue Baptist Church. Burial will be in Loudonville Cemetery. Submitted by Mike. [Mansfield News Journal: 20 April 1961]

Batdorf, John F. -- John F. BATDORF was born in Lebanon, PA, March 21, 1832, died at the residence of Mr. Henry STINE, near Shelby, Ohio, December 4th, 1876, aged 44 years 8 months and 13 days. According to his own testimony, much of his life was a wild one. Skeptical associations produced corresponding results. He was induced to review the grounds of Christian evidence which resulted in a decided Christian profession. The 7th of May last, he, on his bed of sickness, united with the Reformed Church, and, after the solemn service of communion, very earnestly said, All is now right. Funeral services were conducted by Rev N. H. Loose at the London Church, where his mortal remains were buried.  Submitted by Jan.  [Shelby News, Shelby, Ohio, 14 Dec 1876]

Bates, Beatrice May

Batterson, Ella (Olin) -- Mrs. William H. Batterson, formerly Ella Olin, of Bellville, died at her home in Chicago Tuesday.  Funeral at Bellville, Thursday at 2 pm.  [Mansfield Herald:  09 October 1890, Vol. 40, No. 47]

Batterson, Ella (Olin) -- News has been received of the death of Mrs. (Olin-Warren) Batterson at Chicago.  She formerly resided here, and owned a drug store.  Interment at this place.  --  [Worthington Enterprise:  09 October 1890, Vol. II, No. 45]

Batterson, Ella F. -- Bellville.  Mrs. Ella F. Batterson died in Chicago on Tuesday, Oct. 7th., aged 34 years.  Her remains accompanied by her husband and other friends arrived in this place at 11 a.m. on Wednesday.  The funeral takes place at 2 p.m. Thursday from the residence of her sister, Mrs. H. Farber on South Main Street.  Services conducted by Rev. S.S. Kaufman and Rev. Austin Philpot.  --  [Richland Shield & Banner:  11 October 1890, Vol. LXXIII, No. 21]

Bauer, August  -- August Bauer died Sunday night, March 6, at 11 o'clock at his residence, 272 North Sugar Street, after an illness of 10 months.  He was born in Jettenberg, Province of Wuertemberg, Germany, Nov. 22, 1830.  He came to America in 1853 and was married in Shelby in August, 1861 to Miss Catherine Stenger, who survives him.  Five daughters were born to them, now grown to young womanhood, all living at home and all unmarried.  Mr. Bauer has resided in Mansfield for 34 years and has been a member of the Baptist church since 1861, the year of his marriage joining the church in Shelby, during that year.  He was for many years a member of Pearl Lodge, No. 33, Knights of Honor, and also a member of the Aultman & Taylor Beneficial association, and was a member of both organizations at the date of his demise.  In both societies he was a true and faithful member as well as one of the most respected German citizens.  Funeral at his late residence, Tuesday afternoon at 3 o'clock, to which his friends and neighbors are invited.  Burial private.  --  [Semi-Weekly News (Mansfield):  08 March 1898, Vol. 14, No. 19]

Bauer, Barbara A. -- Mansfield. Barbara Ann Bauer, 57, of 223 Saxton Road, a retired elementary school teacher, died early Sunday at her home after an extended illness. Miss Bauer we born Nov. 15, 1930, in Mansfield, where she lived all her life. A graduate of Mansfield Senior High, she received a bachelor of science in education from Mt. Union College and a master’s degree in education from Vanderbilt University. She taught in the Mansfield City Schools for 31 years, last teaching in the Brinkerhoff School. She retired in 1987. She also taught for five years in the American Dependent Schools in Okinawa, Japan, England, and Germany. Miss Bauer was a member of First English Lutheran Church. She also belonged to the Richland County, Ohio and national chapters of the Retired Teachers Association; was a former member of Delta Kappa Gamma Sorority; and was active as a Girl Scout leader. Obit incomplete. Submitted by Linda and Shirley. Typed by Terri McGrath. [Mansfield News Journal, February 22, 1988, pg. 7A]

Bauer, James Imre -- 56Y;  d. 8/19/1954 at Manfield Gen. Hosp.;  b. 8/31/1897 at Hungary;  Mansfield resident for 33 years;  watchmaker  [Mansfield News Journal:  19 August 1954]
 

Bauer, John -- Mansfield. Funeral services will be conducted at 1 p.m. Thursday for John Bauer, 53, a resident of 241 East Hanley Rd., who died unexpectedly yesterday morning.  Rev. John Long , pastor of St. Paul Lutheran Church of which Mr. Bauer was a member, will officiate at the Wapner Funeral Home.  burial will be in Mansfield Cemetery.  Friends may call, starting tonight, at the funeral home.  A native of Yugoslavia, Mr. Bauer came to Mansfield 35 years ago.  He was employed as a buffer and polisher at the Westinghouse plant.  He was a member of the Sons of Herman and German Benefit Union.  Survivors include: the wife, Mrs. Mary Neider Bauer; a son, Rudolph J.; three daughters, Mrs. Harvey Blank, Mrs. John Goettel and Mrs. Al Hager; seven grandchildren; a brother, Konrad Bauer and two sisters, Mrs. Robert Ickert and Mrs. Fred Miller Sr., all of Mansfield.  Submitted by anonymous.  Mansfield News Journal 18 march 1958.

Bauer, Martha - Tallahassee, Florida. Mrs. Martha Bauer, 83, of 4833 Brittany Blvd., Tallahassee, Fla., widow of William Bauer, died Monday in the Tallahassee Memorial Regional Medical Center following a brief illness. She was born June 15, 1896 in Mansfield and moved to Florida in 1973. Mrs. Bauer was a member of the First English Lutheran Church. Surviving are one son, Raymond W. of Tallahassee; two grandchildren and four great grandchildren. Funeral services will be held Friday at 2:30 p.m. at the Diamond Street Home of the Wappner Funeral Directors by her pastor Dr. Jerry L. Schmalenberger. Burial will be in the Mansfield Cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home Thursday from 6 to 9 p.m. Submitted by Linda & Shirley. Typed by Mary Anderson. (Mansfield News Journal: 21 August 1979, Tuesday. Pg. 9)

Bauer, Mary Elizabeth -- 94Y;  d. 5/21/1955 at home, Mansfield;  b. 10/5/1860 at Knox Co., OH;  wid/o George W.;  bur. North Liberty Cem., Knox Co., OH  [MNJ 5/21/1955]

Bauer, Michael -- Michael Bauer died about 4:40 o'clock Tuesday afternoon at his home, 19 Reed street, after a brief illness. He was about 40 years of age, and is survived by his daughter and a brother, Sebastian Bauer, of this city. Funeral service will be held from St. Peter's Catholic church. Submitted by Jean and Faye. [Mansfield News: 08 May 1918]

Bauer, Rhea Faye (Schultz) -- MANSFIELD - Rhea Faye Bauer, 85, formerly of Park Avenue East and known locally as "Aunt Min" for her portrayal of that role in a 1940 production of the Louis Bromfield play "Here Today and Gone Tomorrow," died this morning in Hillcrest Nursing Home, Bellville, following an extended illness. The widow of Lester L BAUER, she was born 6 Oct 1897 in Mansfield and was a lifetime area resident. She was a member of the Mayflower Church of Christ and the American Legion Auxiliary. She is survived by one daughter, Mrs Richard (Marilyn) STEIN of Bellville; one brother, Harry ROSS of Mansfield; five grandchildren; and 10 great-grandchildren. Memorial services will be held at 3 pm Wednesday in the Mayflower Church of Christ, 548 N McElroy Road, by the Rev David Loar. There will be no calling hours at the Snyder Funeral Home in Bellville. [daughter of Mary Delnora (ADAMS) ROSS] Submitted by Margaret.  [News Journal, Mansfield, 13 June 1983, p 7-A, died 13 June 1983]

Bauer, William -- 73Y;  d. 10/29/1955 at home, Mansfield;  b. 4/7/1882 at Marion Co., OH;  h/o Dessa;  bur. Marion Cem.  [MNJ 10/29/1955]

Baugher, Jesse D.

Baughman, A.D. -- Mr. A.D. Baughman, many years ago engaged in the dry goods business here, died at his home in Charlotte, Mich., Saturday of last week.  Funeral services were held this week, Friday, and were attended by F.W. Kirtland of this city, who was a life long friend of the deceased.  --  [Plymouth Advertiser:  28 November 1914, Vol. 62, No. 2]

Baughman, A.D. -- A.D. Baughman, for nearly half a century closely identified with the business life of Charlotte and Eaton county, died Saturday night following a long period of ill health.  Mr. Baughman's illness dates from a hard fall on an icy walk seven years ago.  While he temporarily improved and his health was normal for some time his long affliction was the result of injuries received at that time.  Mrs. Baughman lovingly dedicated her whole life to his care and comfort and his sickness has been a beautiful example of courage and devotion on her part.  Mr. Baughman was born in Havensport, Fairfield County, Ohio, Oct. 1, 1841.  When he was a lad of three his parents moved to Plymouth, Ohio, where he spent his young manhood and obtained his education.  At the age of sixteen he began clerking in a general store for $100 a year.  As his services became more valuable his wages were increased and he continued in this work until 1864 when he enlisted in the Civil War.  Mr. Baughman heeded the call of his country and enlisted in the 1st. Independent Ohio battery and was soon detailed as clerk in the quartermaster's department and stationed at Martinsburg where he was on duty when the battle of Winchester was fought.  Mr. Baughman remained in the service until the close of the war, receiving an honorable discharge and returned to Plymouth where he resumed his former vocation.  Mr. Baughman was a member of A.S. Williams Post, G.A.R., and gave freely of his resources to advance the post, but his heavy business responsibilities precluded him from taking active leadership.  While still in the government service and camping with his regiment near Washington, Mr. Baughman and a comrade obtained a leave of absence to attend the Ford Theatre, the night of Lincoln's assassination, and was an eyewitness to this history making shot.  By a most remarkable coincidence he was a Pan-American Exposition visitor at Buffalo and was in the government building when the sound of the shot that killed President McKinley was echoed through the building.  Mrs. Baughman was with him at Buffalo.  Probably no other man in America, living or dead, ever witnessed the assassination of two American presidents, a fate, if fate it may be called, meted out to few men.  Completing the foundation for his future business career at Plymouth, Mr. Baughman came to Charlotte in 1867 and entered the dry goods field, a business he followed for upwards of forty years, in fact the business now owned by S.E. Cook & Co. has only two proprietors in half a century, a remarkable tribute to Mr. Baughman's years of honorable dealing.  No name is more familiar to Eaton county people than Mr. Baughman's;  for nearly half a century the first page of the Charlotte newspapers carried his advertisement in the same position and his remarkable financial success he always said was in a large measure due to his policy of consistent advertising.  Mr. Baughman as been as active in local banking circles as he was in the field of business.  He was one of the original stockholders and officers of the Merchants' National Bank and Eaton County Savings Bank, its successor.  He was vice-president of both institutions for many years and afterwards made president, retiring from that station when ill health forced such a step.  His banking career was characterized by the same rugged honesty that made his name the synonym of business honor.  Mr. Baughman was a democrat, but never permitted his politics to become offensive.  Save for the first Bryan campaign, when he was the gold democratic candidate for congress in this district, he was active in his party councils, his switch alone extending to the national campaign referred to.  He was always a familiar figure at national conventions, either as a delegate or spectator.  He served the city as alderman, mayor, member of the library board during the entire existence of the board, besides filling various commission appointments, and in everything of a public mission he brought to his work the same high minded ideals he followed in his every day affairs.  Deceased was a thirty-second degree Mason, past eminent of Charlotte Commandery and as a younger man active in all branches of the Masonic fraternity.  Mr. Baughman was married in 1868 to Miss Hattie C. Fouts of this city, who survives.  --  [Plymouth Advertiser:  12 December 1914, Vol. 62, No. 4 - as re-printed from the Charlotte (Mich.) Republican]

Baughman, Aaron -- PLEASANT VALLEY -- Mr. Aaron Baughman, one of the pioneers of Monroe Township, was interred at Pleasant Valley Cemetery April 8th.  He was nearly 82 years old.  He leaves a wife and seven children, all grown.  Prof. Baughman, of Lexington Public Schools, is his son.  Mr. Baughman has been quite feeble and nearly blind for many years.  Rev. Hughs of Loudonville, preached the sermon.  --  [Bellville Independent:  12 April 1894, Vol. 6, No. 48]

Baughman, Aaron -- Newville.  Aaron Baughman, one of Monroe Township's oldest citizens, was buried at Pleasant Valley last Sunday.  Tradition informs us that Aaron Baughman was born in the block house, near St. John's church, in Monroe Township.  It appears that trouble arose among the Indians and the white people went to the block house for protection and while there Mrs. Baughman gave birth to twins and they were named Moses and Aaron.  Moses died in infancy, while Aaron lived in Monroe Township to the ripe old age of 81 years and 7 months.  He raised a large family, all of whom but one survive him.  He leaves a wife and daughter at home.  He was married to Katie Schrack, a daughter of David Schrack, Sr.  The funeral services were conducted by the Rev. Hughes, of Loudonville, who delivered a very able discourse, which was appreciated by all present.  The funeral was largely attended.  [Richland Shield & Banner:  14 April 1894, Vol. LXXVI, No. 48]

Baughman, Aaron P. -- Aaron P. Baughman, aged 75 years, died Sunday night at his home near Perrysville.  He had spent his entire life in Monroe township, living within one-half mile of his birthplace.  Besides his wife he is survived by three sons.  [Richland County Leader:  24 December 1920, Vol. 2, No. 3]

Baughman, Caroline -- LEXINGTON -- Mrs. Caroline Baughman, widow of Jacob Baughman, who was the victim of a stroke of paralysis on Monday, March 8, died at her home at 5:00 on Grange street, Thursday of last week, was past 83 years of age and is survived by four children:  Mrs. Alice Donnon and Mrs. Lucy Morris of Lexington;  Frank Baughman of Bellville, one sister, Miss Mary A. Shortess, of East Mansfield, and five grandchildren.     Mrs. Baughman was born in Lexington and had lived in this vicinity all her life.  The funeral services were held at the home Saturday afternoon, conducted by Rev. H.W. W. Allen, assisted by Rev. N.A. Shedd.  Her remains were laid in the Lexington cemetery.   [Richland County Leader:  19 March 1920, Vol. 1, No. 15]

Baughman, Della (Keller) -- Miss Della Keller Baughman, wife of Ernest B. Baughman, of 182 Sturges avenue, died at the family residence about 6 o'clock this morning after a lingering illness. Although sorely afflicted, she bore her sufferings with Christian fortitude. She was a member of St. Luke's Lutheran church, and for many years was active in all departments of church work. Besides her husband, she is survived by a daughter, Mrs. Ralph H. Beck. Funeral services will be held Wednesday afternoon at 2 o'clock from St. Luke's Lutheran church, conducted by the pastor, the Rev. Paul W. Koller. Interment will be in the Mansfield cemetery. Submitted by Faye and Jean. [THE MANSFIELD NEWS, Monday, October 1, 1917]

Baughman, Elizabeth (Cunningham) -- Another of the pioneers of Richland County has crossed the river to join the friends departed.  Mrs. Elizabeth C. Baughman died at her home on South Adams Street at 11:45 o'clock this forenoon.  Mrs. Baughman sustained a severe chill last Tuesday morning which developed into an attack of la grippe.  She grew gradually worse although everything possible was done to relieve her.  During her short illness she talked repeatedly of her death, which she expected would occur, and was prepared to greet the grim messenger.  She called her children to her bedside this forenoon, and as they were kneeling before her her spirit took its flight.  She died very peacefully, as she had lived.  Mrs. Elizabeth Baughman, daughter of James and Hannah Cunningham, was born near Black Hand, Licking County, Ohio, March 8, 1805.  Her mother dying when she was an infant, she was raised by her grandfather, Michael Statler, a wealthy farmer living near Black Hand.  In 1819 Mrs. Baughman came to Richland County with her father, who had remarried.  They settled near Newville, where Mrs. Baughman remained until Sept. 27, 1825 when she married Jacob Baughman, of Monroe Twp.  Mr. & Mrs. Baughman lived in Monroe, Worthington and Jefferson Townships.  Mr. Baughman died in Monroe Twp. March 20, 1855, at the age of 63 years.  Mrs. Baughman then removed to Bellville, where she resided until 1869, when she removed to Mansfield, where she has since resided.  The deceased was the mother of five children -- Mary C., deceased, wife of Abraham Lash;  Hannah L., wife of David Herring, deceased;  Margaret C., deceased, wife of Freeman Carlisle;  Abraham J. Baughman and Miss Sadie E. Baughman.  The last two named have always lived with their mother.  Mrs. Baughman was one of the pioneer women of old Richland.  Having come to this county when it was a wilderness she saw towns and villages spring up and saw the forests disappear before the sturdy blows of the woodman's ax.  It is doubtful if any woman in this section was more widely known than "Mother Baughman" as she was called by all who knew her, and today many hearts are bleeding at the thought that she is no more, but she had lived more than her allotted years, and was ready to die.  In her younger days, before she began to feel the effects of age, she was a prominent church worker and for many years did much to further the cause of her Master.  While still a child she joined the Christian church, of which organization she was a member at the time of her death.  The funeral will be held from the residence Monday afternoon.  Elder G.M. Kemp, of the Christian church, will officiate.  The sympathy of the entire community goes out to the bereaved.  --  [Richland Shield & Banner:  01 December 1894, Vol. LXXVII, No. 29]  Later in the same paper ... The funeral of Mrs. Elizabeth C. Baughman was held this afternoon.  At 1 o'clock prayer was offered at the house, on South Adams Street, by Rev. D.F. Davies, after which the remains were conveyed to the Christian church, on East Third Street, where an able and eloquent sermon was delivered by Rev. G.M. Kemp, who spoke at considerable length on the fact that for many years the deceased had been one of the most active workers in the Christian church and at all times she had the love and respect of all who knew her and they were almost without number.  After the sermon the remains were interred in the Mansfield Cemetery, where they will remain until that last great day.  An immense crowd attended the services at the church and followed the remains to the grave as a last testimony of their high regard for the noble old lady who has gone before.

Baughman, Jacob -- Lexington.  Jacob Baughman, a well and favorably known farmer, died Thursday morning at his home a few miles south of Lexington.  He was born in Pennsylvania nearly 74 years ago and had lived on the farm where he died all his life except six months.  His wife and two sons, Frank and Rolls, and two daughters, Mrs. Louis Wentz and Mrs. Riley Dowman, survive him.  Interment was in Shafer's Cemetery, Dec. 24.  --  [Mansfield Semi-Weekly News:  27 December 1898, Vol. 14, No. 106]

Baughman, John E. -- DIED -- December 31st., 1872, in Perry Tp., Richland Co., O., JOHN E. BAUGHMAN, aged 37 years, 4 months and 6 days.  When a boy, he was afflicted with fits, which became so severe that he finally lost his mind.  For seven years past he could not talk to be understood.  He became fleshy and heavy, and on Monday, December 23d., he fell and broke his leg, the effects of which with his other infirmities causing his death.  – [BELLVILLE DOLLAR WEEKLY:  10 January 1873, Vol. 1, No. 46]

Baughman, Lelia May (Vanderbilt) -- Lelia May Baughman, 92, of 1002 Pierce Drive died late Friday in Crestline Hospital after a sudden illness.   Born May 15, 1898, in Washington Twp., the daughter of the late Enoch and Isa Elizabeth Logan Vanderbilt, she was a lifelong area resident, and helped operate the family farm, along with her late husband, Walter D. Baughman, from the time of their marriage in 1921 until their retirement in 1986.  Mrs. Baughman was a member of Lexington Presbyterian Church, where she had sung in the choir; Lexington Senior Citizens; Bellville Coffee Club; and Richland County Farm Bureau.  She was the last surviving member of the Lexington High School Class of 1916.  Surviving are a daughter and a son-in-law, Ruth and Sherman Hooks of Mansfield; a nephew; and, eight nieces.  She was preceded in death by a son, Frank D. Baughman, and four brothers, John L., Charles, Lee and Edwin Vanderbilt.  Burial will be in Bellville Cemetery.  Submitted by Ouoxman.  [Mansfield News Journal:  22 July 1990]

Baughman, Margaret (Swigart) -- Thursday.  Margaret Baughman died in Noble County, Ind., November 17th. and was buried on the 19th. at Noblesville.  The subject of this sketch was born 1817 at Canton, Stark County, Ohio.  She moved with her father, John Swigart, to Richland County, near Ashland, in 1822, and later moved with her father to Monroe Township, near Lucas.  About 10 years ago she went to Indiana to reside with her husband.  She had seven children, four living, three sons and one daughter.  She also leaves five brothers and two sisters.  She was a member of the Lutheran church for over fifty years.  Her husband, Gideon Baughman, survives her.  She was 72 years, 6 months and 25 days old.  --  [Richland Shield & Banner:  30 November 1889, Vol. LXXII, No. 28]

Baughman, Martin -- Died from Poisoning - Ed C. Wiles, who was at Lucas Saturday, reports that Martin Baughman, the old soldier who drank some medicine intended for use on a skin diseases died at 4 o'clock Saturday afternoon. The deceased was about 55 years of age and his wife died only about eight weeks ago. the funeral took place Monday at 1 o'clock, the remains being interred in the I. O. O. F. cemetery. Submitted by Jean and Faye. [THE MANSFIELD NEWS, Monday, May 20, 1902]

Baughman, Mary -- Funeral services for the late Mrs. Mary Baughman were held Tuesday afternoon at two o'clock at the residence, 308 South Main Street, Mansfield, interment in the Bellville Cemetery.  The death occurred Saturday, January 10, at 7:30 p.m., following a brief illness.  Mrs. Baughman was 75 years of age.  All of her life has been spent in Richland County.  She was born on a farm near Newville, moving later from to a farm just south of Bellville.   Eleven years ago, following the death of her husband, Mrs. Baughman moved to Mansfield, where she resided until her death.  She is survived by one son, Charles Baughman, of Bellville and six daughters, Mrs. C.D. Snyder and Mrs. M.P. Snyder of near Newville, Mrs. Fay Walker of near Bellville, Mrs. Tully J. Chamberlain of this city and Miss May Baughman and Miss Katherine Baughman at home.  Also one brother, Marion Mowry of this city.  [Bellville Star:  15 January 1925, Vol. 3, 38]

Baughman, Mary E. -- To the Editor of The Herald:  Lexington, Dec. 3 -- With your permission I will avail myself of your columns to tender my sincere thanks to the people of Lexington for their assiduous attention to me on the sad occasion of the final interment Dec. 1 of the remains of my wife, Mary E. Baughman, who died June 24, 1889, at Larimore, N. Dakota, after a painful ordeal of suffering from cancer of the stomach.  - - W.A. Baughman  [Mansfield Herald:  05 December 1889, Vol. 40, No. 3]

Baughman, Mrs. Alexander -- Last Monday Mrs. Alexander Baughman died at Larimer, Dakota, and was buried there Wednesday. She was aged about 50 years. She formerly resided on West Third street.  [Mansfield Herald:  04 July 1889, Vol. 39, No. 33]

Baughman, Mrs. Alexander -- Friday.  Mrs. Alexander Baughman, who formerly lived in this city on West Third Street, but who has lived in Dakota for the past four years and who recently visited friends in this city, died at her home in Larimer, that state, on last Monday and was buried Wednesday.  The deceased was about 50 years of age and had many friends here.  --  [Richland Shield & Banner:  06 July 1889, Vol. LXXII, No. 7]

Baughman, Mrs. Jacob. - Lexington. Miss Minnie Kyner attended the funeral Thursday in Mt. Gilead of her aunt, Mrs. Jacob Baughman, who died at the home of her daughter, Harriet.  The deceased was aged 80 years and was well known to the older residents of Lexington, her parents being Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Patterson, Sr., early residents here.  She was the second wife of Jacob Baughman, also a pioneer of Lexington.  He was Boniface of the Mohican, a hostelry famous in its time.  The family moved in 1866 to Mt. Gilead and conducted the American House until his death in September, 1886.  Submitted by Jean and Faye.  [The Mansfield News:  Monday Evening, January 8, 1900]

Baughman, Mrs. Martin -- Butler.  Mrs. Martin Baughman aged about 62 years, died Friday night from the effects of an attack of pneumonia.  The funeral took place at 10:30 Monday from the family home, south of Lucas, and interment was made in the Odd Fellow's Cemetery.  --  [Bellville Messenger:  28 March 1902, Vol. X, No. 13]

Baughman, Ruth B.

Baughman, Sadie E.

Baughman, W.A. -- Wednesday -- W.A. Baughman, formerly of this city, died suddenly at Cardington, Tuesday morning, Oct. 27. Funeral at Lexington, Thursday, Oct. 28, at 11 o'clock a.m. [RICHLAND SHIELD & BANNER: 31 October 1896, Vol. LXXIX, No. 25]

Baughman, W.A. -- W.A. Baughman, formerly a resident of this city, died suddenly at Cardington (OH) Tuesday morning, Oct. 27.  Funeral at Lexington Thursday at 11 o'clock.  [Semi-Weekly News:  30 October 1896, Vol. 12, No. 88]

Baughman, W.A. -- Lexington.  The remains of W.A. Baughman, who died in Cardington, Oct. 27, were interred in the cemetery here Thursday.  Services were held in the Congregational church, the Rev. Mr. Brown, of Cardington, and the Rev. Mr. Thompson, of Lexington, officiating.  The funeral was conducted under the impressive rites of the National Union by members of the fraternity from Mansfield.  His death was due to a tumor of the aorta, the main artery, technically called an aneurism.  The tumor beat in unison with the heart and was of such magnitude that seemingly he had two hearts.  It burst and almost in a flash he passed from life to the infinite void called death.  W.A. Baughman was born here, Aug. 16, 1835, and was married to Mary E. Swanner in Nov., 1857.  She was born in Mansfield and came here 44 years ago with the family of L.S. Moore, her step-father.  Their children were Mrs. S.R. Barnett, of Pittsburg, and A.D. Baughman, of Larimore, N.D.  Mr. Baughman moved to Mansfield in 1866 and was foreman and general traveling agent for the Mansfield Machine works until the fall of 1881 when he sold his residence on West Third Street to Capt. W.H. Taylor and moved to Larimore, N.D.  His wife died there in June, 1889, and her remains were interred here in Dec. 1889.  He disposed of his interests in Dakota ad was married again to Miss Lou Woods in Cardington, in Sept. 1891.  She was born in St. Louis and survives him.  Mr. Baughman was familiarly known as "Aleck" and his spirits ever flowed with the hope of joy of youth, and it was with sorrowing hearts that he friends of his boyhood days here saw his remains consigned to the eternal silence of the grave.   [Semi-Weekly News:  03 November 1896, Vol. 12, No. 89]

Baughman, Walter D. -- Walter D. Baughman, 93, of 1002 Pearce Dr., Mansfield, and formerly of Ohio 546, Lexington, died Tuesday evening at People's Hospital following a brief illness.  He was born July 25, 1896, to Rolla and Grace Dean Baughman on the family farm in Perry Township, where he lived and farmed most of his life until moving to Mansfield recently.  On June 1, 1921, he married Lelia Vanderbilt, who survives.  Mr. Baughman was a member and elder emeritus for the United Presbyterian Church of Lexington and was a member of the Richland County Farm Bureau, the Lexington Senior Citizens and Bellville Coffee Cup Club.  In addition to his wife, Mr. Baughman is survived by a daughter, Mrs. Sherman (Ruth) Hooks of Mansfield.  Mr. Baughman was preceded in death by his son, Frank, and a brother Lloyd.  Burial will be in Bellville Cemetery.  Submitted by Ouoxman.  [Mansfield News Journal:  27 December 1989]

Baum, Edward Charles -- 43Y;  d. 2/12/1955 at home;  b. 4/18/1911  [MNJ 2/13/1955]

Bauman, Charles -- Died, April 30, Charles Bauman, aged 52.  Funeral Monday, May 3, at 2 p.m. from his late residence, 140 North Sugar Street.  [Semi-Weekly News:  04 May 1897, Vol. 13, No. 36]

Bauman, Elizabeth -- Elizabeth, wife of Peter Bauman, was born in Germany, April 8th., 1801, died four miles south of Shelby, O., October 9th., 1876, aged 75 years, 6 months and 1 day.  The departed was, from the days of youth, a devoted member of the Reformed church.  On the 23d. of October 1823, she was married to her surviving husband.  For most of the time during the last years of her life, she was afflicted with bodily suffering.  She peacefully fell asleep in the faith of her redeemer.  Funeral services were held at her late home, conducted by Rev. N.H. Loose.  Many old friends and neighbors were present.  A son and daughter mourn over the loss of a mother.  [Shelby Independent News:  19 October 1876, Vol. 8, No. 52]

Baumen, Philopene -- Tuesday.  Mrs. Philopene Baumen, wife of William Baumen, corner East Diamond and Johns Streets, died this morning at 6 o'clock after a protracted illness, at the age of 76 years.  The funeral will take place Thursday afternoon at 2 o'clock from the residence, Rev. Buesser officiating.  --  [Richland Shield & Banner:  15 November 1890, Vol. LXXIII, No. 26]

Bauser, F. --  DIED -- April 9, at 11 a.m., at his home, 129 [139] East Fourth Street, F. Bauser, aged 80 years, 11 months and 2 days.  -- [Mansfield News:  09 April 1895, Vol. XI, No. 34]

Baxter, Cassius C. -- Cassius C. Baxter, vice-president and secretary of the Baxter Stove company, died Sunday night at his home, 357 West Third Street, of Bright's disease.  While Mr. Baxter had been ill for some time yet, he remained at his desk until recently.  He leaves a wife and two children, Katherine, aged 12, and Louis, aged 9.  He also leaves six brother:  John, James, Henry, Edward and Berry, of this city, and Emmett, of Cleveland.  Mr. Baxter was born in Salem, O., 49 years ago and came to Mansfield with his brother in 1883 when he became secretary of the newly formed Baxter Stove Co., with which company he had remained ever since.  He has ever held the respect of the community and during his long residence here gained an enviable business reputation for honesty and the other sterling qualities.  At one time he traveled for the Baxter Stove Company and became a member of the United Commercial Travelers which membership he retained till his death.  The funeral services will be held Tuesday afternoon from the family residence, 357 West Third Street, conducted by Rev. Dr. D.J. Meese and Rev. Dr. O.D. Baltzly.  Interment in the Mansfield Cemetery.  --  [Bellville Messenger:  03 March 1905, Vol. 13, No. 6]

Baxter, Harry

Baxter, James B. -- 70Y;  d. 2/4/1954 at Piqua, OH;  former Mansfield resident;  b. Auglaize Co., OH  [MNJ 2/6/1954]

Baxter, Mrs. Berry A.  --- Tuesday.  The funeral of Mrs. Berry A. Baxter is announced to take place Thursday at 10 o'clock a.m. from the residence of her husband on West First Street.  The body will arrive from Cleveland tomorrow at 1:24 p.m.  Mrs. Baxter was 26 years old.  --  [Richland Shield & Banner:  09 March 1889, Vol. LXXI, No. 42]

Bays, Barbara Sue -- Mrs. Barbara Sue Bays, 28, Shelby, RD 1, wife of Danny T. Bays, died Saturday morning in University Hospital, Columbus, following an eight month illness. She was a native of Mt. Vernon and had lived in this area for the last 17 years. She attended the First English Lutheran Church and was a graduate of Madison High School. Besides her husband she is survived by one son, Noel at home, her parents, Mr. and Mrs. William Bates of 2355 Lakecrest Dr. and her grandmother Mrs. Pearl Bates of Mansfield. Memorial services will be held Tuesday at Wappner Funeral Home in Ontario by Bill Secrist, formerly of McElroy Church of Christ. Cremation will follow at a later date. Submitted by Linda & Shirley. Typed by Randi Bowles- Meentzen [Mansfield News Journal, 11 May 1975]

Bays, Ida (Greer)  -- Mrs. Ida Bays, formerly Ida Greer, died at Mansfield Saturday night with consumption, aged 33 years.  The remains were brought to Butler on No. 4, Tuesday and interred in the village cemetery.  Deceased was the daughter of Samuel Greer, deceased, and was born in Butler.  She leaves a husband, Wm. Bayes, and two children.  --  [Bellville Messenger:  16 March 1906, Vol. 14, No. 7]

Beach, Abijah I. -- Dr. Abijah I. Beach calmly breathed his last Tuesday morning at half past four o'clock, aged 78 years, 1 month and 19 days.  He had been failing for sometime, and several weeks prior to his death was overcome with a stupor which lasted until the end came.  He could scarcely move any part of his body, and was apparently unconscious of everything around him.  His life was one of much activity and enterprise, and he accumulated considerable wealth.  His executors are F.M. Fitting, of this place, L.J. Bonar, of Mansfield, and Mr. McIntire, of Mt. Vernon.  The funeral took place Wednesday, at one o'clock, and he was buried under the auspices of the Masonic fraternity.  --  [Bellville Star:  07 December 1882, Vol. 6, No. 10]

Beach, Charlie -- We have just learned within the last few days of the death of one of Bellville's old citizens familiarly known as doctor Charlie Beach.  Many of his old friends are yet here who will remember his pleasant, genial ways and his kindness as friend and physician.  He died at the home of his son Horace, at Tarragat, Iowa, after a lingering illness caused by an abscess of the brain.  His son Boliver brought the remains back to Wellington for interment.  --  [Bellville Star:  28 March 1889, Vol. 12, No. 26]

Beach, J.J. -- J.J. Beach died suddenly in Mansfield, Sunday night, of heart disease, aged 74 years.  For twenty-five years he was agent for the U.S. Express Co.  --  [Bellville Star:  20 September 1883, Vol. 6, No. 51]

Beach, James -- DIED -- On June 27th., 1870, at the residence of Elijah Jones, of Consumption, JAMES BEACH, aged 65 years.  Funeral services conducted by Rev. D.W. Downey.  [Shelby Independent News;  07 July 1870, Vol. 2, No. 36]

Beach, John -- SUDDEN DEATH OF AN OLD CITIZEN.  The announcement on Monday morning that Mr. John Beach had suddenly died during the previous night was a shock to all, as immediately prior to his death he was in usual health, barring a slight cold, concerning which there was no cause for apprehension.  His sudden demise, in the opinion of the physicians, was the result of apoplexy of the heart.  Mr. Beach was seventy-three years of age, and for many years a resident of this city, where in all his dealings and associations he won the respect and esteem of his fellow citizens, by his manifold good qualities of head and heart.  For over twenty-five years Mr. Beach was manager of the United States Express office in this city, a position which he filled with credit to himself and fidelity to the Company.  The funeral of the deceased took place this afternoon at 2:30 o’clock from his late residence, 31 West Second street.  [Ohio Liberal:  19 September 1883]

Beal, ---- -- Bellville.  A little child of Calvin Beal died on Tuesday morning.  --  [Bellville Star:  21 June 1888, Vol. 11, No. 39]

Beal, ----  -- Bellville.  The 12-months-old child of Mr. & Mrs. Amos Beal died Thursday night.  The funeral was held from the home Saturday forenoon conducted by Rev. A.E. Wrentmore of the Disciple Church.  Interment near Ankneytown.  --  [Semi-Weekly News (Mansfield):  22 March 1898, Vol. 14, No. 23]

Beal, ---- -- Tuesday.  The infant child of Dr. J.T. Beal, of Ontario, died yesterday morning and will be buried this afternoon at 2 o'clock.  --  [Richland Shield & Banner:  11 October 1890, Vol. LXXIII, No. 21]

Beal, Abe -- Independence.  Abe Beal died Thursday afternoon.  --  [Bellville Star:  22 September 1887, Vol. 10, No. 52]

Beal, Asa -- The remains of Asa Beal, were removed, last Saturday, from the old vault in the Cemetery to the elegant structure erected for them near the entrance, which is both a vault and a costly ornament.  --  [BELLVILLE INDEPENDENT:  22 November 1894, Vol. 7, No. 28]

Beal, Asa G.

Beal, Asa G. -- Early this (Thursday) morning our town and community were thrown into a fever of excitement as the sad news spread like wild-fire that Asa Beal had been found about 4 o'clock by his mother lying dead in the front yard.  The facts in the case, as near as can be learned, are these:  Asa had been celebrating the 4th. along with the rest of the boys, and going home at a late hour feeling no doubt somewhat tough from the effects of his fun, took a dose of morphine to make him sleep, which he was often accustomed to, but, being in the dark, accidentally got too much and lay down under a tree in the front yard to sleep, never to awake again on earth, and consequently trod the path many have trod before him.  Coroner Maglott came down from Mansfield and held an inquest, returning on the local.  But as his decision has been reserved we can not here give the result of the inquest.  Asa G. Beal was a man considerably above the average in intelligence and possessed a great many more good qualities than he was given credit for.  This in a measure caused him to look more often on the dark side of life than he should.  When he was a friend to a man he was a friend indeed, and nothing was too much for him to do to show or manifest friendship.  The funeral will take place from the house next Saturday afternoon at 2 p.m.  Rev. C.S. Cliffe will preach the funeral sermon.  The remains will be interred in the Bellville Cemetery.  --  [Richland Shield & Banner:  07 July 1894, Vol. LXXVII, No. 8]

Beal, Daniel -- INDEPENDENCE, OHIO -- July 24, 1872 -- Mr. DANIEL BEAL, died July 23d., 1872, at 6:23 o'clock A.M. He suffered with rheumatism beyond description, and he murmured not -- apparently having the patience of Job. The neighbors all felt the impress of his pious character, and acted accordingly, as the best order prevailed throughout all the duties which devolved upon them. Rev. Henry Keller preached his funeral, July 24th.., 1872.  -- [BELLVILLE DOLLAR WEEKLY: 26 July 1872, Vol. 1, No. 22]

Beal, Elizabeth (Lowry) -- Elizabeth Beal died, Sunday, Sept. 6, 1903, aged 67 years, 3 months and 9 days.  The obsequies took place from the residence of her daughter, Mrs. Samuel Donough, on Main Street, Bellville, Tuesday, Sept. 8, at 2 p.m.  Interment in the Bellville Cemetery.  --  [Bellville Messenger:  11 September 1903, Vol. 11, No. 36]

Beal, Elizabeth (Lowry) -- After a lingering illness of months' duration, Mrs. Samuel Beal departed this life at the home of her son Calvin Beal, Sunday morning, Sept. 6, 1903.  Elizabeth Lowry was born May 27, 1836.  March 17, 1853 she was united in marriage to Samuel Beal who preceded her in death about four years ago.  This union was blessed with six children, three sons and three daughters.  She is survived by four children and nine grandchildren.  She united with the Disciple church at Palmyra about 25 years ago, where she remained a faithful member until her death.  She was a kind mother a good neighbor and a steadfast friend.  Funeral took place from the residence of her daughter, Mrs. Samuel Donaugh, on Tuesday Sept. 8, at 2 p.m., conducted by Rev. O.L. Cook, of Lexington.  Interment in Bellville Cemetery.  --  [Bellville Messenger:  25 September 1903, Vol. 11, No. 38]

Beal, Franklin -- Franklin Beal was born in Worthington Township, Richland Co., Ohio, on the 28th. of September, 1837, and died of rheumatism of the heart April 12th., 1884.  The deceased was a man of good judgment and skilled in a financial point of view.  He was also a person of veracity in the true sense of the word.  And while he was possessed of a courageous spirit, yet at the same time sympathy was the preponderating element of his soul.  In time of trouble, affliction or death we may say without hesitation, that few were his equal and none his superior.  To spend long wearisome and watchful nights around the couch of the sick and dying and speak a word of sympathy or encouragement to them seemed to be the greatest duty devolving upon him.  In this we must say well done good and faithful servant.  In speaking of the departed the general remark is, "Frank will be missed more than any other one in the community of Ankneytown."  He leaves a companion, one daughter Mrs. Eugene R. Leedy, and one son Ezra, to mourn his departure, who feeling that they have lost an affectionate husband and father.  -- I.N.  --  [Bellville Star: 23 April 1885, Vol. 8, No. 30]

Beal, Gayle Charles -- Mansfield - Gayle Charles Beal, 67, of 143 Daniell Drive, Smyrna, Ga., widow of Wendell W. Beal, died Saturday in Santa Maria Hospital, Santa Maria, Calif.  She was born Dec. 28, 1914, in Wisconsin and lived in Galion part of her life.  She was a graduate of Galion High School.  Surviving are two sisters, Mrs. John (Opal) Cook of Elkhart, Ill., and Mrs. Thomas (Naomi) Zagar of Santa Maria, Calif.  Funeral arrangements are incomplete at Wappner Funeral Directors. Submitted by Linda & Shirley.  (Mansfield News Journal: March 1, 1982, p.7A).

Beal, Gottlieb -- Gottlieb Beal died Sunday morning after a protracted illness, at his home about four miles south of here, which he occupied thirty-nine years, and was buried Tuesday at the Dunkard church, near Ankenytown, Rev. J.W. Kapp, of this place, conducting the ceremonies.  Mr. Beal was born in Wittenberg, Germany, December 29th., 1809, and was therefore in his 75th. year when he died.  Just before leaving for this country, his father had his money stolen, and was obliged to make the voyage on credit.  Upon the arrival of the family at this side of the water, all its members were advertised and sold for service to Dr. Shanabarger, at auction, where they worked for three years.  At the age of nineteen Mr. Beal came from Pennsylvania to Ohio, but after one month returned.  He followed shoe making between 1820 and 1825.  In 1845 he again came to this state and settled in Worthington Twp.;  and during the same year moved to the farm on which he died.  He married Barbara Rhodes, daughter of Samuel R. & Catharine (Reed) Rhodes, in Huntingdon County, Pa., Dec. 29th., 1833, who with their two daughters, Catharine and Sarah, survives him.  --  [Bellville Star:  27 March 1884, Vol. 7, No. 26]

Beal, Matilda

Beal, Margaret Elizabeth (Teeter) -- On Tuesday evening, December 2, Mrs. Israel Beal was found dead in a field 80 rods from her home.  She had started for Pleasant Hill church where revival services were being held, and it is thought that her death was caused by heart failure before she could reach her destination.  The body was found by a searching party after her husband became alarmed when she did not return home at the time she was expected.  Margaret Elizabeth Beal, who was 76 years of age at the time of her death was the daughter of John and Elmira Cramer Teeter.  She was born July 10, 1854 in Richland County and lived most of her life in this vicinity.  On September 23, 1890 she was married to Israel Beal and went to live at the farm home three miles south of Bellville where she resided until her death.  Her husband, Israel Beal, a brother, A.J. Teeter, of Fairmount, Ind., a sister, Mrs. Mina Adams of Columbus, and two stepsons, Harley of Bellville, and Archie of Fredericktown, survive.  Funeral services were held Friday afternoon at 2 o'clock in the church at Ankneytown.  Rev. H.F. Bartlett of the Pleasant Hill church officiated.  Burial was made in the Ankneytown cemetery.  [Bellville Star:  11 December 1930, Vol. 9, No. 36]

Beal, Mary C. (Morgan) -- Mary C. Beal, March 3, 1888, departed this life at the age of 36 years, 3 months and 19 days.  She was the daughter of Mathias and Rebecca Morgan, and the wife of Israel Beal.  She was born in Darke Co., Ohio, Nov. 14, 1851.  She came to Richland Co., in 1869, and was married to Israel Beal, Aug. 21st., 1870.  She was the mother of three children, two of whom survive her, the youngest only one year old.  The oldest son preceded its mother about nine years.  She united with the United Brethren Church at Pleasant Hill in the year 1876 under the pastorship of D.F. Senders, and lived a devoted Christian life until death.  She leaves a husband and two children, a father, mother, two sisters and four brothers to mourn her loss;  all being present at the burial except her mother and one brother.  The funeral services took place on Monday the 6th., and the remains were interred in the John Steele Cemetery.  The services were conducted by her pastor, Rev. W.H. Amsbaugh.  --  [Bellville Star:  08 March 1888, Vol. 11, No. 24]

Beal, Mary E. (Geary) -- Bellville.  Died, at Upper Sandusky, Feb. 18th., Mrs. Mary E. (Geary) Beal, wife of John S. Beal, aged 40 years, 7 months and 14 days.  She was born near this place;  united with the Presbyterian church here in 1859;  was married to John S. Beal, May 9, 1869.  She died of slow consumption, from which she suffered ten years and bore her affliction with Christian resignation.  --  [Bellville Star:  28 February 1884, Vol. 7, No. 22]

Beal, Mrs. Franklin -- Mt. Carmel.  Nearly everybody in this locality attended the funeral of Mrs. Franklin Beal, which took place from the residence of E.R. Leedy at 10 a.m., Monday.  Services were held in the Ankenytown Church, conducted by Rev. Cook, of Lexington.  --  [Bellville Messenger:  26 October 1906, Vol. 14, No. 39]

Beal, Nancy - Funeral services were held at 3 o’clock for Miss Nancy Beal, 48, who died in her home  here Tuesday, in charge of Rev. Joseph  M. O’Morrow.  Burial, in charge of A. A. Shafer, was made in Bellville cemetery.  Survivors are the parents, Mr. and Mrs. Amos Beal, three sisters, Mrs. M. F. Felt, of Toledo, Mrs. Mario Heffelfinger of Ashland and Mrs. Hazel Gatton of Bellville, and two brothers, Carl Beal of Mansfield and Gustave Beal of Bellville.  Submitted by Jean and Faye.  [The Mansfield News- Journal:  Friday, March 31, 1933]

Beal, Nina (Stichler)

Beal, Roy D. -- b. 10/30/1886;  d. 6/8/1964;  bur. Mansfield Memorial Park  [memorial card on file at the Butler / Clear Fork Historical Museum]

Beal, Sadie L. -- 90Y;  wid/o Harvey R.;  d. 9/12/1955 at home, Mansfield;  b. 1/9/1865 at Iowa;  bur. Mansfield Cem.  [MNJ 9/12/1955 & 9/13/1955]

Beal, Sarah Olive -- Little Sarah Olive Beal, youngest child of Mr. & Mrs. Frank Beal, passed away, on last Saturday morning, after a brief illness of plural pneumonia.  His [sic.] age was 10 months, 22 days.  Funeral was held Monday at the residence, conducted by Rev. H.J. Young.  Burial was made in the Ankenytown Cemetery.  [Richland County Leader:  01 March 1923, Vol. 4, No. 9]

Beal, William -- 81Y:  d. 5/24/1956 at home, Mansfield;  b. 4/16/1875 at Bellville;  h/o Pearl Moores;  bur. Bellville Cem.  [MNJ 5/25/1956]

Beale, Sharpless -- Sharpless Beale died Thursday a.m. at 2:55 o'clock, aged 78 years, 1 month and 21 days.  Funeral from his late residence, No. 117 South Diamond Street, Saturday, Jan. 15, at 2 p.m.  [Semi-Weekly News (Mansfield):  14 January 1898, Vol. 14, No. 4]

Beam, Anna C. -- Bellville.  Died, at the residence of A.B. Phiel, three miles southeast of Bellville, Anna C. Beam, aged 80 years.  She leaves 7 children, and 46 grandchildren, and 15 great-grandchildren.  She lived and died a Christian.  --  [Bellville Star:  17 April 1884, Vol. 7, No. 29]

Beam, Arthur -- Arthur, the 6-months-old son of Earnest Beam and wife, died Wednesday from an attack of cholera infantum.  The funeral occurred at 3 p.m. from the family home, No. 224 North Diamond Street.  --  [Semi-Weekly News (Mansfield):  17 June 1898, Vol. 14, No. 51]

Beam, George -- Geo. Beam died early Monday morning at his home on West Johns street, at the age of 78 years, 8 months and 3 days.  Funeral from the German Lutheran church Wednesday afternoon at 1:00.  Rev. Beusser officiating.  [Mansfield Herald:  16 January 1890, Vol. 49, No. 9]

Beam, George -- DIED, Jan. 13, at 2 a.m., at his residence, 101 North Mulberry, George Beam, aged 79 years.  Funeral from the residence Jan. 15, at 1 p.m.  The deceased was a soldier in the Mexican war.  --  [Mansfield Evening News:  13 January 1890, Vol. 5, No. 265]

Beam, George -- Mansfield.  The remains of George Beam, who died yesterday morning, will be interred from the German Evangelical church, Wednesday afternoon at 1 o'clock, the Rev. F. Buesser officiating.  --  [Mansfield Evening News:  14 January 1890, Vol. 5, No. 266]

Beam, George -- Monday.  George Beam died at his home on West Johns Street at 2:30 o'clock this morning.  The deceased was 78 years, 8 months and 3 days old.  He has no near relatives living, with the exception of Henry Beam, on Park Avenue West, who is a nephew.  Mrs. Beam died the 9th. of May last and since that time the old gentleman has been living alone.  Rev. Buesser will preach the funeral sermon and the deceased will probably be buried from the German Lutheran church, Wednesday, at 1 o'clock.  --  [Richland Shield & Banner:  18 January 1890, Vol. LXXII, No. 35]

Beam, Margaret (Bachelder) -- LEXINGTON.  Mrs. Ella Kell attended the funeral of Mrs. Margaret Beam at Mansfield, Friday, who died at her home, two miles east of Mansfield, Wednesday afternoon, due to cerebral hemorrhage.  She was 66 years of age and is survived by her husband, one sister, Mrs. Amanda Calver;  and four brothers:  William, Daniel, John and Nicholas Bachelder, all living in Morrow County.   [Richland County Leader:  21 May 1920, Vol. 1, No. 24]

Beam, Mary A. (Spain) -- Mrs. Ann Beam, an aged lady who resides with Mrs. Sheriff, was found dead in bed Saturday morning.  Funeral was held Monday.  Interment was made in the Bellville Cemetery.  --  [Bellville Messenger:  31 August 1906, Vol. 14, No. 31]

Beam, Mary A. (Spain) -- Mrs. Mary A. Beam, nee Spain, was found dead in bed Saturday morning, Aug. 24th.  Death was due to paralysis.  Deceased was born in Cleveland, June 29th., 1838, aged 65 years, 1 month and 26 days.  Mrs. Beam united with the M.E. church of Bellville about 17 years ago.  She lived a Christian life and died believing in her Savior.  She leaves two brothers to mourn her departure, George, in Colorado, and Henry, in Bellville;  also nieces and nephews.  She had lived with her niece, Mrs. Sheriff, for the past five years.  Mary A. Spain was united in marriage to Elsa Beam, Nov. 29th., 1878.  Mr. Beam preceded her 25 years ago.  Interment was made in the Bellville Cemetery.  Those from out of town who attended the funeral were Orrin Sheriff, of Fredericktown;  Warren Spain, of Widowsville, and George Spain, of Lexington.  --  [Bellville Messenger:  07 September 1906, Vol. 14, No. 32]

Beam, May -- May, the 5-year-old daughter of Jacob C. Beam, died Thursday afternoon of diphtheria.  [Mansfield Herald:  07 November 1889, Vol. 39, No. 51]

Beam, May -- Friday.  May, the six-years-old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jacob Beam, died yesterday of diphtheria and was buried this afternoon.  --  [Richland Shield & Banner:  09 November 1889, Vol. LXXII, No. 25]

Beam, Mrs. George -- Thursday.  The funeral of Mrs. Geo. Beam took place yesterday from the German Lutheran Church, Rev. F. Buesser, officiating.  [Richland Shield & Banner:  25 May 1889, Vol. LXXII, No. 1]

Beamer, Josephine -- 71Y;  Died 6/24/1956 at Mansfield Gen. Hosp.;  Born 7/29/1884 at Havana, O.  [MNJ 6/25/1956]

Bean, Mrs. Herbert. -Word was received in the city Sunday morning from Loudonville, which announced the death of Mrs. Herbert Bean. Mr. And Mrs. Bean lived here recently, the former having charge of the tailoring department at the reformatory. At Loudonville Mr. Bean is landlord of a hotel and his many friends sympathize with him in his sorrow. Mrs. Bean has been in poor health for many months and the last few weeks suffered greatly. Mr. And Mrs. Joseph Bean and Gerald Bean and Mrs. A. J. Summerville, of this city, were in attendance at the funeral which took place Monday afternoon. Mrs. Bean passed away Saturday night. Submitted by Faye and Jean [The Mansfield News: Monday, October 5, 1903]

Bear, Louise (Wyrich) -- Butler.  Mrs. Mary Lafferty received a telegram Monday night that her aunt, Mrs. Louise Bear, nee Wyrich, of Fayette, had died that afternoon.  She was a resident of this vicinity in her younger days.  --  [Bellville Messenger:  14 September 1906, Vol. 14, No. 33]

Bear, Tillie

Beard, Burt. -- Monday.  Burt. Beard, hired hand at Marcus Day's farm near Lexington, died very suddenly Saturday evening with inflammation of the bowels.  The deceased leaves a wife and one child and was a nephew of Miller and Merchant Carter.  Later -- A post mortem held by Dr. Reed revealed a perforation of the stomach due to chronic ulceration.  --  [Richland Shield & Banner:  01 June 1889, Vol. LXXII, No. 2]

Beard, Mrs. Jacob (nee Lewis) -- Mrs. Jacob Beard died Wednesday evening at 7 o'clock at her home 57 High Street after an illness of several months.  The lady was born in Mifflin Twp., Richland County, 58 years ago.  She was a daughter of Nathan Lewis and wife, one of the pioneer families of the country and was well and favorably known.  Mr. & Mrs. Beard have been residents of this city for about three years, having lived on a farm in Mifflin Township throughout their wedded life, but Mrs. Beard's failing health decided them to move to the city.  No children were born to their marriage.  The funeral will take place Friday afternoon from the late residence on High Street.  The Rev. Dr. Wiles will deliver a funeral address.  [Semi-Weekly News:  20 August 1897, Vol. 13, No. 67]

Beasore, George -- Thursday.  George Beasore, aged about 70 years, one of the prominent Democrats of Monroe Township, died at his home yesterday afternoon.  The deceased had for some time been suffering with a stomach disease, which caused his death.  The funeral will be held Sunday afternoon.  --  [Richland Shield & Banner:  18 August 1894, Vol. LXXVII, No. 14]

Beattie, Edgar C. -- Edgar C. Beattie, aged 26 years, died Saturday night at the Emergency Hospital in Mansfield.  He had been at the home of his sister, Mrs. John Reed, at Mansfield, for several weeks.  He was taken to the hospital Saturday afternoon to undergo an operation, but death resulted before he could be operated upon.  He leaves a mother and one sister.  The remains were brought to Bellville Wednesday.  Services were held at the home of L.M. Gardner and interment was made in the Bellville Cemetery.  --  [Bellville Messenger:  12 January 1906, Vol. 13, No. 50]

Beattie, William -- William Beattie, aged 30, died at his home on East Third Street, at 2:30 this morning, from the effects of a gun shot wound in the calf of his right leg received while hunting Monday morning.  The deceased leaves a wife and one child to mourn his death.  The funeral will be held at the family residence at 2:30 sun time, Sunday afternoon.  The circumstances surrounding Mr. Beattie's death are very sad.  In company with Thomas Bloor and Harry Henry on last Monday morning he repaired east of the city to enjoy a day's hunting.  While walking near the Pennsylvania track Bloor's gun accidentally exploded and the charge of shot entered Mr. Beattie's leg.  He was brought back to the city as soon as possible, but as he had lost a great amount of blood the surgeons did not deem it advisable to amputate the member.  He lingered until this morning, when he died.  The deceased was well known and was quite highly esteemed by the people of the city and his death will be a surprise to many friends.  --  [Richland Shield & Banner:  30 September 1893, Vol. LXXVI, No. 19]

Beattie, William C. -- William C. Beattie was born in Cumberland, Penn., Sept. 6, 1823, and died April 24, 1905.  The deceased was 81 years, 7 months and 18 days of age.  The services were held at his late residence on Church Street, Wednesday afternoon, April 26, at 2 o'clock, conducted by Rev. A.C. Rand assisted by Rev. J.F. Hersheiser.  Interment was made in the Bellville Cemetery.  When nine years of age, the deceased came to this country with his parents, who resided 3 miles from Lexington.  When at 30 he was united in marriage to Mary Knox, who died in 1876.  He was again married in 1878, to Susie Armstrong, from whom two children were born, Edgar and Bertha, both of whom survive him.  He united with the Presbyterian church in 1868 and was always a faithful member until the last few years, when his health would not permit him to attend longer.  He was a well known citizen and will be greatly missed by his many friends.  <poem omitted>  --  [Bellville Messenger:  05 May 1905, Vol. 13, No. 14]

Beattie, William C. -- Bellville.  Wm. C. Beattie who died April 24, 1905, was born in Harrisburg, Penn., Sept. 6, 1823.  When he was 9 years of age the family moved to a farm north of Lexington, on which is located the Beattie hill, where Mr. Beattie died in 1876.  In 1878 ---- ---- when he married Miss Mary Knox and moved to Bellville.  Mrs. Beattie died in 1876.  In 187_ he married Miss Susie Armstrong.  The funeral services were held at the residence, Wednesday, April 26th., 1905, at 2 p.m., conducted by his pastor, Rev. A.C. Rand, assisted by Rev. J.F. Hersheiser.  Interment in the Bellville Cemetery.  Mr. Beattie leaves many relatives and friends to mourn his loss.  [Mansfield Daily Shield:  05 May 1905]

Beatty, Daniel -- The remains of Daniel Beatty a former resident of Plymouth, and connected with the Northern Ohio railway in the capacity of roadmaster, but who of late has held the position of maintenance of ways, and who died at his home in Akron Saturday after a brief illness of pneumonia, was taken through Plymouth on No. 1 at 12:06 Monday afternoon to his old home in Danville, Ind., for burial.  Deceased was a man held in high esteem by railroad officials, a worthy citizen and a man much esteemed by all that had his acquaintance.  He is survived by his wife, one son, and a daughter, who have the sympathy of their many Plymouth friends.  --  [Plymouth Advertiser:  25 April 1914, Vol. 61, No. 23]

Beatty, Robert -- DIED -- In Washington Twp., Richland Co., Ohio, December 5th., 1872, Mr. ROBERT BEATTY, aged 81 years and 8 months.  -- [BELLVILLE DOLLAR WEEKLY: 13 December 1872, Vol. 1, No. 42]

Beaty, Mrs. Charles -- Mrs. Charles Beaty, formerly from Shelby, died at Shiloh on Tuesday, May 20th., of consumption.  [Shelby Independent News:  29 May 1873, Vol. 5, No. 31]

Beauchamp, Eda Calabria -- d. 9/23/1955 at Ironwood, MI;  former Mansfield resident;  w/o Clifford Beauchamp;  b. 2/3/1899 at Fort Wayne, IN;  w/o John Calabria (d. 1941)  [MNJ 9/24/1955]

Bechtel, Elizabeth -- Died, in Shelby on Friday, March 14th., 1873, Mrs. Elizabeth Bechtel, wife of Mr. David Bechtel, aged 54 years, 2 months and 4 days.  Funeral services were conducted by Elder Loenard of the Auburn Baptist Church of which the deceased was a consistent member for many years.  Her remains were interred in the new Cemetery.  [Shelby Independent News:  20 March 1873, Vol. 5, No. 21]

Bechtel, Walter -- Independence.  Walter, the little son of Mr. and Mrs. Simon Bechtel, died Sunday afternoon.  --  [Bellville Star:  01 September 1888, Vol. 11, No. 49]

Bechtel, Walter -- Walnut Hill.  Walter, second son of Mr. and Mrs. Simon Bechtel, died last Sunday at about 5 o'clock p.m.  He has been a sufferer from dropsy for about six weeks.  His age was about eight years.  He was buried at the Ankenytown Cemetery Tuesday a.m.  --  [Bellville Star:  01 September 1888, Vol. 11, No. 49]

Beck, Adam Sr. -- Adam Beck, Sr., died at his home, the rear of 146 West Fourth Street, Monday, May 6, at 10 o'clock p.m.  Mr. Beck has been ill for some time with a complication of diseases which finally terminated in dropsy.  The deceased was 84 years, 7 months and 3 days old, having been born Sept. 26, 1816 in Nieder, Modau, Hessedarmstadt, Germany.  Mr. Beck, together with his family, emigrated to this country and landed in new York, Nov. 18, 1833.  [*this date may be wrong, it is difficult to read]  On the twenty-eighth of the same month, the Beck family arrived in this city, and since that time the deceased has been a resident of Mansfield, in the neighborhood where he died.  Mrs. Beck died on the first day of January, 1892, and from that time the deceased has been living with his daughter, Elizabeth.  Five children are left to mourn the loss of a father, of whom Adam Jr., lives on Wood Street, George, at Crestline, Elizabeth Henry and Peter of this city.  The funeral services will be held in the St. Paul's Lutheran church, of which Mr. Beck was an active member, Wednesday afternoon at 2 o'clock.  The services will be conducted by the Rev. George Pruess in both English and German.  Henry Weaver, of Leesville, a nephew of the deceased, was called to the bedside of Mr. Beck, Monday and is the only relative of the Beck family who is known to be living.  [Mansfield News:  07 May 1901, Vol. 17, No. 57]

Beck, B.W. -- Thursday.  B.W. Beck died at his home, No. 10 Pleasant Avenue, at 12:30 today.  The deceased was partially blind and about 79 years of age.  Mr. Beck is an old expressman, well known and has many friends, having been a resident here for 55 years.  He leaves a wife and three sons, N.J., W.H. and Elmer Beck.  The funeral will take place Saturday afternoon.  --  [Richland Shield & Banner:  07 June 1890, Vol. LXXIII, No. 3]

Beck, Benjamin W. -- B.W. Beck died on Pleasant avenue at noon Thursday, aged 79 years.  Funeral Saturday afternoon.  --  [Mansfield Herald:  12 June 1890, Vol. 40, No. 30]

Beck, Benjamin W. -- Mansfield, June 05.  DIED, June 5, at 10 a.m. at his residence, 10 Pleasant Avenue, Benjamin W. Beck, aged about 75 years.  --  [Mansfield Evening News:  05 June 1890, Vol. 6, No. 78]

Beck, Charles -- 87Y;  d. 1/9/1954 at Madison Hosp., Mansfield;  b. 7/27/1866  [MNJ 1/10/1954]

Beck, George -- WORRY IS SUPPOSED CAUSE OF SUICIDE - George Beck Takes Life At His Home On Sycamore Street. Last Seen Tuesday. After arranging his burial clothes, George Philip Beck fired a bullet through his head, at his home, 227 Sycamore street. The body was found last evening when Coroner L.H. LeBarre forced an entrance to the home. The coroner says the man had been dead at least two days. The dead man who lived alone, had been last seen Tuesday.  The dead man had been employed as a labor by (words unreadable) came to the home to the home on Sycamore street Wednesday and Thursday in search of his missing workman but was unable to gain entrance to the house. The supposition was that Beck might have gone out of town. He did not take his tools with him when he quit Tuesday evening.  Charles G. Marks, who lives near Beck home, yesterday reported to Police Captain Marks, a brother-in-law of the dead man, that Beck had not been seen since Tuesday. Captain Marks and Officer Robinson went to the Beck home but found the doors locked. Looking through a window, the officers could see a man's feet. They called Coroner LeBarre who forced an entrance to the house.  Investigation showed a bullet hole in the middle of the forehead, fired from a 32 caliber revolver. The man had evidently made arrangements for his burial. He had laid out two suits of clothes and clean under clothes. His watch and pocketbook were found on the chair, but no letter or note has yet been found. Undertaker Charles Wappner took charge of the body.  Worry over the sale of his property is the reason given by his neighbors for the rash deed. They say he had had several offers from real estate firms that wanted to buy the property. His employer is said to have advised Beck to sell his property, but he refused, saying he wanted to continue to live in this place where his wife had died 18 years before.  Mr. Beck was 64 years old. He is survived by one son, Philip G. Beck, of this city.  Funeral services will be held Monday afternoon at 3 o'clock at the Wappner chapel. The services will be conducted by the Rev. G.A. Kienie, pastor of the St. John's Evangelical church, both funeral and burial to be private. Friends are asked to omit flowers.  Submitted by Gary.  [MANSFIELD NEWS JOURNAL:  27 April 1918]

Beck, Harry Newton -- Harry Newton Beck, aged 27 years, died this afternoon at his home, 132 West Sixth street, death being due to pneumonia, following influenza. He is survived by his wife and two children. The family came here recently from Mt. Vernon. The body was taken to Beelman & Sharp's morgue and prepared for burial. Funeral arrangements have not yet been made.  Submitted by Linda and Shirley [Thursday 17 October 1918 p.4 Mansfield News]

Beck, Isaac R. -- Mr. Isaac R. Beck died at 6:30 p.m. Friday, September 20, at the residence of M.A. Kline, 122 S. Main street, aged 80.  Funeral at 2 p.m. Monday.  [Mansfield Herald:  26 September 1889, Vol. 39, No. 45]

Beck, Isaac R. -- Saturday.  Isaac R. Beck died at 6:30 p.m. Friday, Sept. 20th., at the residence of M.H. Kline, 122 South Main Street, aged 80 years.  Funeral at 2 p.m. Sunday.  --  [Richland Shield & Banner:  23 September 1889, Vol. LXXII, No. 19]

Beck, John -- John Beck, a well known citizen of Mansfield, died Thursday evening about 9 o'clock at his home on East Third Street.  He was 76 years of age, was born in Germany, but came to this country many years ago.  He leaves two sons, Enoch and Charles Beck, of this city, and two daughter, Mrs. John Zellers and Mrs. Frank Nautz.  Funeral services at St. Peter's Catholic church, Saturday afternoon, at 2 o'clock, conducted by the Rev. Father F.A. Schreiber.  [Mansfield News:  05 July 1901, Vol. 17, No. 106]

Beck, Leian E. -- Mansfield News Journal, 13 September 1979, p. 18

Beck, Mrs. J.N. -- Wednesday.  Mrs. J.N. Beck died this morning at the home of her husband on Wood Street of spinal meningitis.  --  [Richland Shield & Banner:  11 May 1889, Vol. LXXI, No. 51]

Beck, Mrs. Philip -- HEART - Disease Caused The Sudden Death - OF MRS. PHILIP BECK - Lost Her Pocketbook and The Excitement Proved To Much For Her - Death came with a terrible swiftness to Mrs. Philip G. Beck of 227  Sycamore street Thursday afternoon at 5 o'clock.  Mrs. Beck had attended the Ladies Aid society meeting at St. Johns Evangelical church during the afternoon and after the meeting went to Lanehart's warehouse to purchase some clover seed. While there, Mrs. Beck left her pocketbook and did not discover its loss until she was in a Main street car en route to her home.  The loss of the pocketbook naturally excited Mrs. Beck who stopped the car and walked back to the warehouse where she found the pocketbook. When she left the warehouse she met Mrs. George Knofflock Jr., and exclaimed, "I am getting sick." "I am going to die." Mrs. Beck was then taken to the home of Charles Mowry just above the warehouse where she sank to the floor in a heap. The husband who was employed at the Ohio Brass works was sent for and arrived just as Mrs. Beck was breathing her last. Drs. Stewart, Davis and McArthur were summoned but Mrs. Beck was beyond human aid. The cause of death was due to heart trouble.  The remains were taken to the home and prepared for burial. The funeral services will be given later. Mrs. Beck leaves a husband, son and an adopted daughter to mourn her untimely decease.  Submitted by Gary.  [MANSFIELD NEWS JOURNAL:  30 March 1900]

Beck, Peter -- Three sudden deaths within three days is the ghastly and remarkable record which Mansfield has attained.  Two of them occurred on the same day.  On Friday, Jerry Fisher dropped dead, Sunday morning at 11 o'clock, Charles Schroeder, dropped dead at the home of his son-in-law, Chas. Bierla, and at noon Sunday, Peter Beck, the well known barber was found dead at his bath tub, at his home, 39 Augustine Avenue.  Mr. Beck complained Saturday evening of a headache but did not seem seriously indisposed and nothing was thought of it.  Sunday noon Mrs. Beck was upstairs doing some work while he was taking a bath on the first floor.  She heard a thud as of someone falling and coming down stairs was horrified by the sight of her husband breathing his last.  He gasped twice and was gone.  Drs. Stevens and Bushnell and Coroner Goodman were all at the house and agreed that medical attendance would have availed nothing.  Drs. Bushnell and Stevens were called to attend the brother and sister of the deceased who were made ill by the untimely death of their brother.  Mrs. Beck bore up wonderfully well under the strain considering that she is and has been for the past year and a half a semi-invalid.  Coroner Goodman will hold an inquest over the remains and will render his verdict in a few days.  The deceased was 48 years old last November.  He was born in Mansfield and has always lived here and during his long residence here had gained a large circle of friends and acquaintances who are shocked to hear of his untimely end.  He was known by all as an affable, kindhearted man, one ever willing to do another a good turn and extend the good right hand of fellowship.  He was a member of the local lodge of the Knights of Pythias.  "You can say he was the best man in the world" said Mrs. Beck when seen by a Shield reporter at her home this morning.  For the past year and a half, Mrs. Beck stated, she has been ill and during that time he has ever proved a kind and loving husband, one whose departure makes a not-to-be forgotten break in the family circle.  He leaves his wife, Mrs. Tacy Beck, two brothers, Henry and Adam, and one sister, Miss Elizabeth Beck, all of this city.  The funeral services will be held Wednesday afternoon at 2 o'clock from the house, conducted by Rev. S.P. Long.  The services at the grave will be conducted by the Knights of Pythias.  A peculiar feature in connection with the death of Mr. Beck is the fact that Saturday he shaved Jerry Fisher, who died suddenly Friday, preparing him for burial.  At the time he remarked how natural Mr. Fisher looked.  On Sunday he was himself a corpse.  --  [Bellville Messenger:  24 March 1905, Vol. 13, No. 9]

Beck, Philip G.  -- PHILIP G. BECK IS SUMMONED BY DEATH - Philip G. Beck died Sunday morning at 6:15 at his daughter's home at 227 Sycamore st. He was 50 years of age at the time of his death.  Mr. Beck was the son of George P. Beck and was born Jan. 23, 1879. He was employed at the Aultman-Taylor company until nine years ago when he was employed  at the Ohio Brass company. On May 11, 1903, he united in marriage to Miss Martha McNeil. He is survived by his wife, five children, Marion, George, Edgar, Charles, and Mrs. H.W. Keller, and one grandchild.  The funeral will be held from his daughter's home at 227 Sycamore st. Tuesday afternoon at 2:30. The Rev. LeRoy Hopper will conduct the service. Funeral arrangements are in charge of Wappner's funeral directors.  Submitted by Gary.  [MANSFIELD NEWS:  21 October 1929, p. 2]

Becker, ---- -- Thursday.  The 7-months-old son of George Becker and wife died at 3 o'clock this morning from a complication of diseases.  The funeral will be held from the family residence on Glessner Avenue at 2 o'clock tomorrow afternoon.  Rev. Gault will officiate.  --  [Richland Shield & Banner:  23 September 1893, Vol. LXXVI, No. 18]

Becker, Frank -- Wednesday.  Frank Becker, the 13-year-old son of ex-Infirmary Directory Geo. Becker, died at his home on Henry Street, at 9 o'clock last night.  The lad was seized with an attack of whooping cough several weeks ago which settled on his lungs and caused his death.  The funeral will be held tomorrow afternoon at 2 o'clock from his late home.  Rev. H.L. Wiles will officiate.  --  [Richland Shield & Banner:  15 September 1894, Vol. LXXVII, No. 18]

Becker, George

Becker, Harry H. -- 74Y;  d. 6/2/1954 at Mansfield Gen. Hosp.;  b. 12/30/1879 at Mansfield;  former county clerk;  former deputy county auditor;  bur. Mansfield Cem.  [MNJ 6/3/1954]

Becker, John -- Friday -- John Becker died this morning at his home on South Sugar Street. Mr. Becker was one of the oldest residents of Mansfield, having reached the advanced age of 85 years. The funeral will be held Sunday from the residence at 2 p.m. -- [RICHLAND SHIELD & BANNER: 01 February 1896, Vol. LXXVIII, No. 38]

Becker, Mary A. -- Mary A. Becker, aged 80 years, wife of John Becker, deceased, died Sunday, Aug. 30.  Funeral from her late residence, corner of Arch and Sugar Streets, Sept. 1, at 2 p.m.  [Semi-Weekly News:  01 September 1896, Vol. 12, No. 71]

Bedient, Harriett C.  -- George L. Brooks received word Monday of the death at Baltimore of Mrs. Harriett C. Bedient, wife of George H. Bedient.  Mr. and Mrs. Bedient and family formerly resided on Park Avenue east, Mr. Bedient at that time being manager of the Singer Sewing Machine Company of this district.  --  [Semi-Weekly News (Mansfield):  11 March 1898, Vol. 14, No. 20]

Beebe, Mrs. Daniel -- Mrs. Daniel Beebe, wife of Pennsylvania conductor, died at Ft. Wayne, Ind., rather suddenly Saturday night.  The news was telegraphed to a married sister at Crestline.  While reading the message the sister fell over and in a few minutes was dead.  Mrs. Beebe's remains were taken to Crestline and the sisters were buried there Tuesday.  [Semi-Weekly News:  29 January 1897, Vol. 13, No. 9]

Beeber, Frank Otis -- 47Y;  d. 8/29/1955 at Dick's Tavern, Perrysville, OH;  b. 2/23/1908 at Jacksonville, AR;  s/o Oliver & Lily (Rhodes) Beeber;  Mansfield resident 1919-1955;  bur. Mansfield Memorial Park  [MNJ 8/30/1955]

Beech, ---- -- The 10-year-old son of Mr. & Mrs. George Beech died at his home, 150 North Sugar Street, Sunday noon, after a long illness of typhoid fever.  Funeral services at the house Tuesday, Nov. 9, at 1 p.m.  [Semi-Weekly News:  09 November 1897, Vol. 13, No. 90]

Beekman, Abraham Duryea -- Monday.  Abraham Duryea Beekman died at Plymouth, Dec. 29, aged 56 years, 3 months and 2 days.  The deceased practiced law in this county for several years and was well and favorably known here by old residents.  The funeral took place New Year's Day.  The services were conducted by Rev. H.S. Place.  --  [Richland Shield & Banner:  11 January 1890, Vol. LXXII, No. 34]

Beeler, J.W. -- I.O.O.F. Funeral.  The funeral of J.W. Beeler will take place from the P., Ft. W. & C. depot Wednesday, August 20th., at 12:35 standard time.  The members are requested to meet at the Lodge room at 12:30 sharp sun time, to march to the depot and receive the corpse.  The interment will take place at Washington Village and as many of the brethren as can possibly attend are requested to provide themselves with conveyances and accompany the remains to the cemetery.  [Mansfield Herald:  21 August 1890, Vol. 40, No. 40]

Beeler, John -- Washington.  Mr. Wesley McBride, of Waterloo, Indiana, came here on Wednesday to attend the obsequies of his brother-in-law, John Beeler.  --  [Richland Shield & Banner:  23 August 1890, Vol. LXXIII, No. 14]

Beeler, John -- Washington.  Died, Monday, at Canton, O., John Beeler, aged 36 years.  Deceased was buried in the village cemetery on Wednesday under the asupices of the I.O.O.F. of Mansfield.  Services were held in the Congregational Church, Rev. W.S. Albright of the Methodist Church officiating.  Mr. Beeler joined the Methodist Church when 16 years of age, having been a member in good standing for the past 20 years.  The deceased was married to Miss Nellie Sirplis, of this place, in 1877;  he leaves a wife and an adopted daughter, Miss Dollie Pittenger Beeler.  --  [Richland Shield & Banner:  23 August 1890, Vol. LXXIII, No. 14]

Beelman, B.F. -- DIED -- At Cleveland, Nov. 18, of dropsy, Mr. B.F. BEELMAN, of Plymouth, aged 24 years, 7 months and 4 days. -- [THE MANSFIELD HERALD: 29 November 1883, Vol. 34, No. 2

Beelman, Calvin A. -- The remains of Calvin A. Beelman, a former well known Plymouth man, and who died at his home in Saginaw, Mich., at an early hour Monday morning were brought here over the S., N. & M. electric at 6:41 Wednesday evening, and taken to the home of Mr. & Mrs. Chas. Waite on Broadway, old time friends, and funeral services being held from the Chapel Thursday morning at 10 o'clock, conducted by Rev. J.H.C. Manifold, pastor of the Lutheran church.  The deceased was for long years a resident of Plymouth, being a member of the firm of the Beelman Novelty Works, served in the war, and was aged 72 years at the time of his death, which was caused from heart trouble.  He is survived by his wife, one daughter, two grandchildren, and one great-grandchild, beside one brother and a sister.  --  [Plymouth Advertiser:  21 February 1914, Vol. 61, No. 14]

Beelman, Calvin A. -- Calvin A. Beelman was born one mile east of Plymouth, Nov. 14, 1841;  died at Saginaw, Mich., Feb. 16, 1914, aged 72 years, 3 months and 2 days.  When the war broke out and at the age of 19 he enlisted at Lincoln's first call for troops in May, 1861, for three months service, with other Plymouth boys.  After going into camp at Cleveland for two months he re-enlisted for 3 years in Co. D., 32nd. O.V.I., serving the fore part of the war in West Virginia, thence to the siege of Vicksburg and the capture of that city July 4, 1863.  After this he was all through the Atlanta campaign, participating in all the great battles in and around Atlanta, Ga., and then with Sherman's march to the sea.  He served as a soldier over 3 years and 4 months.  The large flag which covered the casket was presented to the deceased by Mrs. A.T. Ferrell on his 66th. birthday anniversary, and at his request was buried with the body.  After his discharge he returned to Plymouth and lived there until 1880, when he moved to Cleveland and in 1892 moved to Saginaw, Mich., where he has resided up to the time of his death.  He leaves a wife, one daughter Minnie Walton, and one grandson and one granddaughter, Tom and Gould, one great-granddaughter, and one brother, M.B. Beelman and one sister, Mrs. DuBois of Cleveland, with a host of other relatives and friends, to mourn his death.  His remains were brought to Plymouth for burial in Greenlawn Cemetery, Thursday, Feb. 19.  --  [Plymouth Advertiser:  28 February 1914, Vol. 61, No. 15]  

Beelman, Daniel M. -- Daniel M. Beelman, one of our well known and much respected residents, and who for several months has been in declining health, passed away at his home on High Street, Thursday night.  Funeral services will be held from the home Sunday afternoon at 2:00 o'clock.  Obituary will appear in our next issue.  --  [Plymouth Advertiser:  26 September 1914, Vol. 61, No. 45]

Beelman, Daniel M. -- Daniel M. Beelman was born January 15, 1849, in Cumberland County, Pa., and departed this life at his home in Plymouth, Sept. 24, 1914, aged 65 years, 8 months and 9 days.  He moved with his parents to Ohio at the age of 19 years, locating near Chicago Junction, where he lived until 1879.  He was united in marriage with Susan J. Upp, Dec. 28, 1871, and to this union was born seven children, four girls and three boys.  From Chicago Junction he moved to the farm south of Plymouth, and resided there until nine years ago, when he moved to Plymouth and has lived a retired life till the day of his death.  Mr. Beelman was a man of stalwart character, honorable in his dealings, and a splendid citizen.  He loved his family and looked well to their comfort.  He leaves one brother, an affectionate and faithful wife, 5 children, 11 grandchildren, and a host of friends to mourn his death.  Funeral services were held from his late home on High Street, Sunday afternoon at 2 o'clock, conducted by the Rev. R.H. Balmer, pastor of the Methodist Episcopal church, the services being attended by a large concourse of relatives and friends who had gathered to pay their last respects to their friend, neighbor and highly respected fellowman.  Interment was made in Greenlawn Cemetery, six of the nephews of the deceased acting as pallbearers.  --  [Plymouth Advertiser:  03 October 1914, Vol. 61, No. 46]

Beelman, Ellan J. -- Ellan J. Beelman, widow of the late B.F. Beelman, died Tuesday night at No. 5800 Hough Ave., Cleveland, O.  They resided up to 1878 at Plymouth, O., when they moved to Cleveland.  She was 63 years old and will be buried beside her husband at Riverside Cemetery, Cleveland, O., Thursday afternoon, March 25, 1915.  She leaves one granddaughter and a host of friends.  --  [Plymouth Advertiser:  27 March 1915, Vol. 62, No. 18]

Beelman, Jacob

Beelman, John -- Plymouth.  Sunday evening about 10 o'clock John Beelman, of this place passed away to his eternal rest.  He was familiarly known as "Uncle John" and "Boss" and in fact either one of those terms was always applied in speaking of him.  He had been sick for two months, first being attacked with la grippe and that together with diabetes, a complain he has suffered from four years, proved too much for a man of his years and grim death claimed another victim.  He was 72 years of age.  Uncle John had been in the furniture and undertaking business for 30 or 40 years and was one of the oldest residents of this place.  He was an excellent Christian man, a loving husband and an upright and honest business man.  He leaves a widow, never having any children of their own, but he and his estimable wife were as father and mother to four children of a sister of Mrs. Beelman's, whom they cared for until years of maturity.  The funeral services were held in the Lutheran church, Wednesday afternoon, April 9, at 2 o'clock.  --  [Mansfield Evening News:  09 April 1890, Vol. 6, No. 29]

Beelman, Kate (Hull)  -- The death of Mrs. Charles S. Beelman, 63, a well known and prominent Fremont woman took place Thursday evening, February 4, at 7:30 at her late residence, corner of Hayes Avenue and Wood Street and came as a sudden shock and surprise to members of the family and many friends in spite of the fact that Mrs. Beelman had been in failing health for some months.  Heart failure was given as the immediate cause of the sudden passing of Mrs. Beelman.  The funeral will be held Sunday afternoon at 2:30 at the family home and will be conducted by Dr. U.S. Bartz, pastor of the First Presbyterian church, where Mrs. Beelman had been an active, faithful and hard working member of the congregation.  The interment will be made in Oakwood Cemetery.  Mrs. Beelman had been in poor health for nearly a year, having been stricken in June of last year, but of late her condition had shown a gratifying improvement and Thursday was feeling quite strong and had been in good spirits all day.  Early in the evening she complained of her inability to breathe properly, then a sudden change for the worse was manifest and death soon resulted.  The deceased was born in New Haven, Ohio, on Jan. 17, 1852.  Her maiden name was Kate Hull.  When a child her parents removed to Plymouth, Ohio, where she spent her girlhood up until the time of her marriage with the exception of four years spent in Cincinnati.  She was united in marriage to Charles S. Beelman, the surviving husband, on October 17, 1871 at Plymouth and three years later accompanied her husband to Fremont where Mr. & Mrs. Beelman made their home for forty years.  During that long residence in Fremont, Mrs. Beelman always took much interest in the church and charitable work of the city and was prominently identified with several societies.  She was an active member of the Presbyterian church and treasurer of the Presbyterian societies for a number of years, holding that office at the time of death.  Not only was she firmly interested in church life and work but she was also closely associated with her husband in the development of the latter's business interests from the time of the first establishment of the Beelman bicycle agency and repair room and later in the present Beelman printing business in the opera house building.  Mrs. Beelman leaves besides her husband, one son, Carl M. Beelman, of Minneapolis, Minn., a niece, Mrs. Clarence Cox, whose long residence with the aunt and uncle caused her to be regarded as a daughter;  a sister, Mrs. Walter Davlin, Fremont, and a brother, W.C.X. Hull, of New York City, as well as a large circle of intimate friends and other distant relatives.  The son, Carl Beelman, expects to arrive from Minneapolis Saturday morning, as well as the brother, W.C.X. Hull, of New York.  The latter visited at the Beelman home several months ago, shortly after his return from Europe, where he was one of the last Americans to leave Paris after the outbreak of the European war.  The death of Mrs. Beelman has caused profound regret among her large circle of friends and acquaintances.  --  [Plymouth Advertiser:  13 March 1915, Vol. 62, No. 17 as re-printed from the Fremont News]

Beelman, Margaret (Brant) -- Margaret Beelman was born at Churchtown, Pa., Oct. 28, 1830;  died at Cleveland, O., Feb. 22, 1914, aged 83 years, 3 months and 25 days.  She moved with her parents when a little child, in 1836 to Plymouth and here grew to womanhood and was married to Jacob F. Beelman, Sept. 29, 1856, and lived here until 1879, when the family moved to Cleveland, where she resided up to the time of her death.  Her husband died Nov. 11, 1895.  She will be remembered by the older citizens by her husband being mayor of the village for several terms, also superintendent of the old Plymouth Fair Association for a great many years.  She leaves one son, R.E. Beelman of Cleveland, one daughter, Mrs. Nelson, and grandson Paul Nelson, of Wenatchee, Wash., two brothers, Adam and Dan'l Brant, and a host of other relatives and friends to mourn her death.  The remains were brought back to Plymouth Feb. 24, for burial in Greenlawn Cemetery, her last resting place.  --  [Plymouth Advertiser:  28  February 1914, Vol. 61, No. 15]

Beeman, Annie (Hazlett) -- The many friends of Mrs. Annie Beeman, nee Hazlett, in this locality will be pained to know of her death, which occurred last week.  She leaves a husband and four little children.  The funeral took place on Friday at Amity.  --  [BELLVILLE INDEPENDENT:  22 March 1894, Vol. 6, No. 45]

Beer, Clarence -- Clarence Beer, 61, Dies; Ill 3 Months. Clarence R. Beer, 61, of 133 Grasmere Ave., died in Mansfield General Hospital Tuesday evening after a three-month illness. Mr. Beer was born in Mansfield April 9, 1916, and lived here all his life. He was employed for 35 years at the Mansfield Tire & Rubber Co. Mr. Beer served in the U.S. Army 30th Division in Europe during World War II. He was a member of the 25 year club at Mansfield Tire, Amvets Robert P. Spreng Post 26, and McVey Post 16, American Legion.  Surviving are two brothers, Donald of 104 North Brookwood Way, and Howard S. of 133 Grasmere Ave., and one sister, Mrs. Lucille H. Farshler of 148 Willow St. Services will be conducted in the Finefrock Funeral Home Friday at 11 a.m. by the Rev. James L. Baker, pastor of the Park Avenue Baptist Church, Burial will be in Mansfield Memorial Park. Friends may call Thursday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Submitted by Linda and Shirley. [Mansfield News Journal, 28 September 1977, p. 34.]

Beer, Joseph €

Beer, Leona B. (Patterson) -- Mansfield - Leona B. Patterson Beer, 62, of 795 Hickory Lane, wife of Walter E. Beer, died early this morning in Peoples Hospital after a brief illness. Funeral arrangements, in charge of Wappner Funeral Directors, are incomplete. Submitted by Linda & Shirley. Typed by Jess Henry. [Mansfield News Journal: 29 November 1983, A-7]

Beer, Lydia -- 79y;  d. 10/3/1954 at People's Hosp., Mansfield;  b. 2/6/1875 near Mansfield;  wid/o Emanuel;  m/o Chester;  bur. Mansfield Cem.  [Mansfield News Journal:  04 October 1954]

Beerkecker, ---- -- Monday.  A 13-years-old son of J.C. Beerkecker, of Crestline, died in a mysterious manner Saturday night.  The boy was addicted to the excessive use of tobacco.  The nicotine had poisoned his system so that he was unable to attend school.  Saturday night the boy went to bed as usual and about midnight was discovered dead with the stump of a cigar in his mouth.  The doctors attribute the cause of death to the excessive use of tobacco.  --  [Richland Shield & Banner:  28 March 1891, Vol. LXXIII, No. 45]

Beery, Samantha (Palmer) - Mrs. Samantha Palmer Berry, 90, widow of the late George Beery, died Wednesday at the home of her son, Elmer E. McCurdy, 14 Flint street, following at lingering illness. She was born in Ashland county, March 18, 1855 and came to Mansfield making her home 14 years ago. Surviving besides her son, are a granddaughter, Mrs. G. E. Tinkey; and three great grandchildren. The body was removed to the Wappner funeral home where services will be held Friday at 1:30 p.m. in charge of Rev. C. M. Palmer of Galion. Burial will be in Bunker Hill Cemetery. Submitted by Linda & Shirley. Typed by Jess Henry. [Mansfield News Journal: 2 August 1945, p. 9]

Beeson, Mary E. -- Tuesday.  Mrs. C. Spice received the sad intelligence this morning of the death of her sister, Mrs. Mary E. Beeson, at Fond-du-Lac, Wis., on Saturday last.  --  [Richland Shield & Banner:  05 April 1890, Vol. LXXII, No. 46]

Beidelschies, Hazel Edith Pool -- Hazel Edith Pool Beidelschies, 90, of 590 Impala Drive, widow of Arthur L. Beidelschies, died Tuesday afternoon after an extended illness.  Born March 2, 1894, in Upper Sandusky, she was a Mansfield resident for 62 years.  She was a graduate of Ohio Northern College and taught in a one-room school in Eden, Ohio.  She was a member of the First United Methodist Church for more that 50 years and the Women's Circle of the church, Echo Lodge, Retired Federal Employees Auxiliary, American Legion Auxiliary for more than 50 years and the 1037 Barracks World War I Ladies Auxiliary.  Surviving are a daughter, Mrs. Phillip (Marjorie) Kelley, of Mansfield; five grandchildren;  and ten great grandchildren.  A son, Curtis, died last year.  Services will be held Friday at 11:30 a.m. in the Finefrock Funeral Home by the Rev. Robert A. Baker, pastor of the First United Methodist Church, and the Rev. Dale Forrest, pastor of the Portage Community Baptist Church in Ravenna.  Burial will be in Mansfield Memorial Park.  Calling hours in the Diamond Street home of Wappner Funeral Directors are Thursday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m.  The Palmer Funeral Home in Mason, Tennessee is in charge of services.   Burial will be in Mt. Sinai Cemetery in Arlington, Tennessee.  Submitted by Mike.  [MANSFIELD NEWS JOURNAL:  23 January 1985]

Beighey, Ralph -- 43Y;  d. 12/28/1955 at Columbus, OH;  b. 6/6/1912 at Alum Rock, PA;  s/o Merrill Beighey, Tiro;  bur. Oakland Cem., Tiro, OH  [MNJ 12/29/1955]

Beilstein, ---- -- The infant daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Jacob Beilstein, was buried Sunday afternoon from their residence, 67 Newman Street.  It died Saturday evening.  [Mansfield Weekly News:  21 July 1887, Vol. 3, No. 34]

Beilstein, ---- -- Lexington.  Mr. & Mrs. Beilstein, of Mansfield, buried a young child in the cemetery Wednesday.  [Semi-Weekly News:  17 August 1897, Vol. 13, No. 66]

Beinbrech, Hazel Adams Case -- Hazel Case BEINBRECH, 92, of Martin Dr, Shelby, widow of Dean BEINBRECH, died Wednesday afternoon in the Heritage Care Center, Shelby, after an extended illness. She was born 1 June 1891 in Mansfield and had lived in this area all her life. Surviving are one daughter, Edna ARNOLD of Mansfield, two grandchildren, five great-grandchildren, and one great-great- grandchild. Graveside services will be held Saturday at 10 am at Mansfield Cemetery by the Rev John Bradley, pastor of the First United Church of Christ, Shelby. There will be no calling hours at the Diamond Street Home of Wappner Funeral Directors.  Submitted by Margaret.  [Mansfield News Journal, Friday, 18 Nov 1983, page 7-A, died 16 Nov 1983]

Bell, ---- -- Friday.  The infant child of Mr. & Mrs. Wm. Bell, who reside three miles east of the city, died yesterday from an attack of cholera infantum.  The funeral will take place at 9 o'clock tomorrow morning;  interment at Emanuel Cemetery.  --  [Richland Shield & Banner:  04 August 1894, Vol. LXXVII, No. 12]

Bell, Allen E. -- Allen E. Bell, 65, veteran reporter and columnist for The Mansfield News and identified with newspaper work here and elsewhere in various capacities for 43 years, died at his home, 174 South Main street, early Sunday.  A lifelong resident of Richland county.  Mr. Bell was a former postmaster of Butler…  He was the only son of Robert W. and Rosanna Reader Bell and was born August 13, 1867, in Worthington township.  His father was the son of pioneer settlers of Richland county who came to Ohio from Pennsylvania in 1820…  He was united in marriage with Miss Essie R. Farst of Worthington, January 6, 1892.  She survives with a daughter, Mrs. C. J. Solomon, and a son Kenneth L. Bell, both of Mansfield…  Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday at the Wappner funeral home…Burial will be made in Bunker Hill cemetery near Butler.  Submitted by Stephen.  The Mansfield News (Mansfield, Ohio). Monday, December 12, 1932. p1, col3.

Bell, Allen Emmett -- Allen Emmett Bell, 64, a resident of the DeSoto Hotel was dead on arrival at the Mansfield General Hospital early this morning following a hear attack suffered at Nesta’s Restaurant on East Third St. Born in Mansfield Oct 7, 1894, he had been a resident of this area all his life. He attended the Grace Gospel Church and was a retired employee of the Pennsylvania Railroad and Westinghouse Electric Corp. Surviving are one son, Robert E. Bell, of School Rd.; two daughters, Mrs. Margery Rein of 17 Granite St. and Mrs. A. G. Keffalas of 364 West Fourth St., and six grandchildren.  Funeral services will be held Saturday at 3 p. m. at the J. H. Finefrock and Sons Funeral Home with the Rev. William E. Allen of the Grace Gospel Church officiating. Burial will be in Mansfield Cemetery. Submitted by Steve B. [Mansfield News (Mansfield, Ohio). Thursday, November 20, 1958, p2, col1]

Bell, Alvin E. -- Rev. Alvin E. Bell, 85, a retired clergyman and pastor emeritus of Glenwood Lutheran Church, Toledo, died Sunday (Sept. 24).  Born April 10, 1882, he was the son of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Bell of Mansfield.  Surviving are a sister, Mrs. Lewis Kerr of 2450 Circle drive; and a nephew and niece Mr. and Mrs. William Cover of the same address.  Services will be held at 2 p.m. today at Glenwood Lutheran Church with Clyde G. Steel officiating.  Submitted by Stephen.  [The Times Recorder (Zanesville, Ohio). Wednesday, September 27, 1967. Sec. C, p8, col3]

Bell, Andrew Wallace --- Andrew Wallace Bell, 75, of 459 Lexington avenue, died in the Mt. Carmel hospital at Columbus today.  An employee of the Ohio Brass company for 30 years, Mr. Bell had been taking treatments at the hospital for three weeks.  Surviving are a daughter, Mrs. B. O. Brenner, with whom he made his home; a son, A. M. of Mansfield; four sisters, Mrs. Ida Shull of Woodbine Md.; Mrs. Kate Croft, of Denver, Colo.; and Mrs. Anna Matthes and Miss Dora Bell of Mansfield, and four grandchildren.  Funeral services will be held at the Finefrock funeral home at 3 p. m.  Friday with Rev. Charles F. Sheriff of St. Matthews Lutheran church, officiating.  Burial will be in the Mansfield cemetery.  [Mansfield News-Journal (Mansfield, Ohio) Wednesday, July 6, 1938 p1, col2]

Bell, Anthony Emerick -- Father of Mrs. Charles Peltier Passes Away Lived in Lima Since the Death of His Wife in Mansfield 23 Years Ago. Anthony Emerick Bell, father of Mrs. Charles Peltier, passed away this morning at the latter’s home, 901 east Elm street after three weeks illness from paralysis. Mr. Bell was 78 years old last October and lived most of his life on a farm in Richland county, east of Mansfield, until the death of his wife in 1895. Since that time he has made his home with his daughter in this city. He was a horticulturalist by profession, spending the summer months in the large orchards of northern Indiana, and his advice was keenly sought for along this line. The body will be taken over the Pennsylvania railway to Mansfield for interment. Complete arrangements for the funeral have not been completed. Submitted by Steve B. [-The Lima Daily News (Lima, Ohio). Friday, July 5, 1918. p10, col2]

Bell, Catherine Melvina Metzer -- Mrs. Catherine Melvina Mentzer Bell died yesterday afternoon at her home in Mifflin township, four miles east of Mansfield after an illness of six weeks.  Mrs. Bell was born October 8, 1844, in the house where she died.  She was a lifelong resident of the township and a member of the Emmanuel Lutheran church.  She is survived by one daughter, Mrs. Viola Au, three sons, Charles O. Bell, John A. Bell, and Silas E. Bell, five grandchildren and eight great grandchildren.  All are residents of the vicinity.  Funeral services will be held from her home Friday 10:30 a.m.  The burial will be at the Mansfield cemetery and will be conducted by the Rev. H. C. Roehner of the First Lutheran church.  Submitted by Stephen.  Mansfield News (Mansfield, Ohio). Wednesday, June 17, 1925. p3, col3.

Bell, Charles E. -- Charles E. Bell, a former Mansfield resident, died Monday evening at his home in Lakewood from a heart ailment.  Surviving are his wife, Jeannette; a daughter, Mrs. William Matthews of Toledo; three sisters, Mrs. Irwin Steel of Ontario, Mrs. Dora Miller of Shelby and Mrs. John Lewis of Marion.  He was a member of the Knights of Pythias and Masonic lodges.   Funeral services will be held at 1 p. m. Thursday at Cleveland with the Knights of Pythias and Masonic officers officiating.  The body will be brought to Mansfield with short services to be held at 3:30 p.m. at the Mansfield cemetery.  Rev. David N. Roller, pastor of the First Presbyterian church, will officiate.  [Mansfield News-Journal (Mansfield, Ohio) Tuesday, March 21, 1939 sec2, p1, col6]

Bell, Charles O. -- 91Y;  d. 1/23/1955 at Mansfield Gen. Hosp.;  b. 8/6/1863 at Mifflin Twp., Richland Co., OH;  retired farmer;  bur.  Mansfield Cem.  [MNJ 1/24/1955]

Bell, Cyrus -- Wednesday.  Saturday evening the police found a man very near the B.&O. depot in a very pitiable plight.  He was a stranger and penniless, sick and weak for want of food.  He was taken to the city prison, where he gave his name as Charles William Bell, and residence Mansfield.  The prison physician administered a stimulant, and, after partaking of some light food, he was taken to the Infirmary.  --  [Richland Shield & Banner:  16 November 1889, Vol. LXXII, No. 26 - as re-printed from the Zanesville Signal]  Later -- The man died at the Infirmary yesterday and before his death told a representative of the Zanesville Courier that he had a brother in good circumstances in Mansfield, who was notified by the Zanesville authorities.  --  [Richland Shield & Banner:  16 November 1889, Vol. LXXII, No. 26]  Thursday.  The person who died in the Muskingum County Infirmary a few days ago was Cyrus Bell, formerly of this city.  --  [Richland Shield & Banner:  16 November 1889, Vol. LXXII, No. 26]

Bell, Donald Allen -- Donald Allen Bell, the eighteen month’s old son of Mr. and Mrs. Dale H. Bell, of 239 South Diamond street, died at General hospital Monday afternoon following a brief illness.  Funeral services in charge of Rev. Charles F. Sheriff will be held Wednesday morning at 10 o’clock at the family home, and at Franklin church at 10:30 o’clock.  Burial will be made in Franklin cemetery.  Besides the parents, Mr. and Mrs. Dale Bell, the child is survived by one sister, Marjorie.  Mansfield News (Mansfield, Ohio). Tuesday, September 21, 1926. p3, col 4

Bell, Dora Electa -- Miss Dora Electa Bell, 86, formerly of 191 West First St., died at Mansfield General Hospital last night following a lingering illness.  She was born in Mansfield Feb. 5, 1868, the daughter of John M. and Elizabeth Wallace Bell, pioneer residents of Mansfield.  She was a life-long member of the First Lutheran Church.  Surviving are one sister, Mrs. Anna B. Matthes of 97 Glenwood Heights, and three nephews.  Friends may call at the J. H. Finefrock and Sons Funeral Home where services will be held Thursday at 1:00 p. m. with Rev. George H. Billman of the First Lutheran Church officiating.  Burial will be in Mansfield Cemetery.  [Mansfield News-Journal (Mansfield, Ohio) Tuesday, November 9, 1954 p3, col4]

Bell, Edith (Ewers) -- Mrs. Edith Bell, aged 26, wife of Osborne Bell, died Tuesday morning at her home in Mansfield.  She was a niece of G.J. Ewers, of Bellville, and was well known here.  She is survived by two sons:  Foster and Edward, her parents, Mr. & Mrs. H.E. Ewers of Fredericktown, and several brothers and sisters.  [Richland Co. Leader:  20 February 1920, Vol. 1, No. 11]

Bell, Elizabeth Wallace -- Mrs. Elizabeth Wallace Bell, aged 85 years, widow of the late John M. Bell, former Richland county treasurer, died Sunday evening at 7:45 o’clock at her home, 54 Sturges avenue, following an extended illness. Mrs. Bell was born in Madison township Jan. 16, 1839 and she was the last surviving child born to Washington and Margaret Ann Peters Wallace, pioneer settlers of Richland county. She spent her entire life in this county and during the past 60 years has been a resident of this city. Her husband, John M. Bell, preceded her in death in 1913. She is survived by one son, Wallace Bell, of this city, four daughters, Mrs. A. R. Shull, of Woodbine Md., Mrs. S. R. Croft, of Beaver, Col., Miss Dora Bell and Mrs. Charles Matthes, of this city; also four grandchildren and two great grandchildren. She was the oldest in point of membership in the First Lutheran church, having been affiliated with the organization for 60 years.  Funeral services in charge of her pastor, Rev. H. C. Roehner, will be held at her late home, 54 Sturges avenue, Wednesday afternoon at 3 o’clock. Burial will be made in the family plot in Mansfield cemetery. Submitted by Steve B. [Mansfield News (Mansfield, Ohio). Monday, May 16, 1927. p3, col4]

Bell, Enoch B. -- Enoch B. Bell, one of the old pioneers of Whitley County, died at Claypool, Ind., where he had gone on a short visit, on July 2, 1903.  Mr. Bell was born near the town of Bellville, Richland County, Ohio, October 11, 1822, where he resided until young manhood;  was married Oct. 8, 1844 to Miss Sarah Handly;  came to Whitley County, Indiana, in the fall of 1845 and settled in Jefferson Township near the town of Forest.  He resided in Whitley county until the year 1879 when he sold his farm and removed to Syracuse, Ind.  Mrs. Bell died Feb. 22, 1884, and on Jan. 1, 1885, he was united in marriage with Mrs. Catharine Huffman, of Warsaw, Ind., who survives him.  After his last marriage he resided on a small farm near the city of Warsaw until about one year ago when he moved to the city and resided at the time of his death at 415 West Market Street.  Mr. Bell was the father of four children:  Mrs. Adam Kline, Fulton, Ind.;  Alvin B. Bell, Ida Grove, Iowa;  Mrs. Elias Bradenburg, Albany, Mo., and Mrs. Edwin Dickerson, of Chicago, all of whom were present at the funeral and burial which took place at Evergreen Bethel near his old home in Whitley county on Saturday afternoon, July 4, conducted by Rev. I.W. Markley, of Columbia City.  Mr. Bell was one of the most honorable and upright men that ever lived in Whitley county and was honored and respected by everybody.  For nearly 50 years he was a minister of the gospel and as long a his physical health and strength would permit, he was laboring for the cause of Christianity.  During his ministerial career he conducted a great many funerals and solemnized many marriages.  "Uncle Enoch" as he was familiarly called, was a great lover of vocal music and for many years he was a teacher of the art.  The deceased was an uncle of Mrs. M.H. Barrett an the town of Bellville was named after his father who donated the park to the town.  [Bellville Messenger:  09 July 1903, Vol. 11, No. 27]

Bell, Frank William -- 75Y;  d. 8/12/1954 at Mansfield Gen. Hosp.;  b. 1/22/1879 at Mansfield;  s/o Samuel Findley & Jennie (Keegan) Bell;  grs/o Robert & Sarah (Pollock) Bell;  bur. Mansfield Cem.  [Mansfield News Journal:  13 August 1954]

Bell, George M. -- LONG ILLNESS FATAL TO G.M. BELL - Veteran Tire Employe Succumbs - George Mitchell Bell, 61, husband of Mrs. Marie Bell, a member of the Richland County Board of Elections and father of Dr. Wendell Bell, Mansfield physician, died Friday night at his home, 511 Glendale Blvd., following an extended illness.  Mr. Bell had been an employee of the Mansfield Tire and Rubber Co. for the past 36 years and was a past president of the company's 25-year club. He had been a member of the First Lutheran church since 1915.  LIFE RESIDENT OF CITY.  Mr. Bell was born Feb. 20, 1890 in Mansfield and lived here all his life. Surviving besides his wife and son, are a daughter, Mrs. Edward Schuler and five grandchildren, all of Mansfield; a brother, William Bell of Galion; four sisters, Mrs. Phillip Kipp, Mrs. George Birmelin, Mrs. Sam Schwier and Mrs. Wayne Stutz, all of Mansfield.  Funeral services will be conducted by his pastor, Rev. Carveth P. Mitchell, at 3 p.m. Monday at the Wappner funeral home. Rev. Wray Smith, pastor of the Holy Trinity Lutheran church, will assist at the services. Burial will be in the Mansfield cemetery.  Friends may call at the funeral home.  Submitted by Gary.  [MANSFIELD NEWS JOURNAL: 08 December 1951]

Bell, George Mitchell -- George Mitchell Bell, 61, husband of Mrs. Marie Bell, a member of the Richland County Board of Elections and father of Dr. Wendell Bell, Mansfield physician, died Friday night at his home, 511 Glendale Blvd., following an extended illness.  Mr. Bell had been an employee of the Mansfield Tire and Rubber Co., for the past [2]6 years and was a past president of the company's 25-year club.  He had been a member of the First Lutheran Church since 1915.  Mr. Bell was born Feb. 20, 1890 in Mansfield and lived here all his life.  Surviving,  besides his wife and son, are a daughter, Mrs. Edward Schuler and five grandchildren, all of Mansfield; a brother, William Bell of Galion; four sisters, Mrs. Philip Kipp, Mrs. George Birmelin, Mrs. Sam Schwier and Mrs. Wayne Stutz, all of Mansfield.  Funeral services will be conducted by his pastor, Rev. Carveth P. Mitchell, at 3 p. m. Monday at the Wappner funeral home. Rev. Wray Smith, pastor of the Holy Trinity Lutheran church, will assist at the services.  Burial will be in the Mansfield cemetery.  Friends may call at the funeral home.  Submitted by Steve B.  [Mansfield News-Journal (Mansfield, Ohio) Saturday, December 8, 1951 p5, col1]

Bell, George S. -- Bellville.  Geo. S. Bell, a well known former resident of this place, died at Washington, D.C., on Tuesday, August 20th., aged 57 years.  Mr. Bell has resided in Washington for 12 years past occupying positions in the government offices.  His remains will be brought to this place for interment, arriving today (Thursday) at 3:30 p.m.  They will be taken to the residence of his uncle, Otis Howard, on South Main Street.  The funeral will take place from the Presbyterian Church at 1:30 p.m. on Friday, August 23d., under the auspices of the Bellville Lodge I.O.O.F.  The sermon will be preached by Rev. W.W. Anderson, of Ashland.  --  [Richland Shield & Banner:  24 August 1889, Vol. LXXII, No. 14]

Bell, Harry E.

Bell, Harry L. -- 78, of 435 Fourth Avenue, passed away Friday afternoon at the Rosemont Home for the Aged.  Surviving are three brothers, Dr. Alvin Bell, James H. and William F. Bell; two sisters, Mary Kerr and Mrs. Fred Barton, as well as a number of nieces and nephews.   The body is at the Wappner Funeral Home where services will be conducted Monday at 1:30 p. m. by his pastor, Rev. John R. Long.  Burial will be in the Mansfield Cemetery.  Friends may call at the funeral home.  Submitted by Stephen.  [The Mansfield News-Journal (Mansfield, Ohio). Sunday, June 10, 1956. p. 34, col 4]

Bell, James H. -- James H. Bell, 70, of 1573 Park Avenue West Rd., Ontario, operator of the Bell Fire Extinguisher Sales and Service, died at Mansfield General Hospital Friday afternoon following a brief illness. Born in Mansfield Oct. 3, 1889, he had been a resident of this area all his life. He was a member of the First Lutheran Church and an honorary member of the International Association of Firefighters. Surviving are his wife, Mrs. Mabel L. Bell; one son, Richard J. Bell, and one daughter, Mrs. Dr. James H. Herring, all of Mansfield; two brothers Dr. Alvin E. Bell of Toledo and William F. Bell of Mansfield; two sisters, Mrs. Fred Barton of Elyria and Mrs. Lewis Kerr of Zanesville, three grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be conducted at the J. H. Finefrock and Sons Funeral Home Monday at 1:30 p. m. by Dr. Carveth P. Mitchell, pastor of the First Lutheran Church. Burial will be in Mansfield Memorial Park. Friends my call at the funeral home Sunday afternoon from 2 o’clock until 5 o’clock and Sunday evening from 7 o’clock until 8 o’clock. Submitted by Stephen. [The Mansfield News-Journal (Mansfield, Ohio). Sunday, March 12, 1960. p5, col 1]

Bell, James H. -- 1573 Park Avenue West Road, Ontario, husband of Mrs. Mabel L. Bell; father of Richard J. Bell and Mrs. Dr. James H. Herring; and brother of Dr. Alvin E. Bell, William F. Bell, Mrs. Fred Barton and Mrs. Lewis Kerr; passed away at the Mansfield General Hospital Friday afternoon. Friends may call at the J. H. Finefrock & Sons Funeral Home Sunday afternoon from two o’clock until five o’clock and Sunday evening from seven o’clock until eight o’clock, where services will be conducted Monday afternoon at one-thirty o’clock by Dr. Carveth P. Mitchell, pastor of the First English Lutheran Church. Interment in the Mansfield Memorial Park. (J. H. Finefrock & Sons). Submitted by Stephen. [The Mansfield News-Journal (Mansfield, Ohio). Sunday, March 13, 1960. p33, col 3]

Bell, James Karr -- Capt. James Karr Bell, who recently died at La Cross, Wis., was born near Lexington, Richland County, O., Jan. 13, 1837.  He was the son of Hamilton Bell and a brother of R.W. Bell and Mrs. Reuben Fike, of Worthington Township.  At an early age he removed to Lima where he learned the art preservative and followed that avocation until the breaking out of the civil war when he served as captain of Co. E., 192 O.V.I., until the close of the war.  Returning to Lima after the war was over he filled the office of United States marshal for eight years after which he was elected county clerk of Allen County, which office he held for several years.  He was married to Louise Maxwell in 1846, a family of 10 children being born, five of whom survive him.  In 1890 he removed with his wife and daughter to Minnesota, in the hope that change of climate would aid in restoring his wife's health, but the change was unavailing and she passed to the rest and was laid away on Jan. 1, 1894.  -- [Mansfield News:  18 April 1895, Vol. XI, No. 43]

Bell, John Marion -- John M. Bell, Township Trustee, Died at Home on Sturgis Avenue.   John Marion Bell, one of Mansfield’s leading citizens, and for many years occupying positions in public life, died at his home, 54 Sturges avenue, at 10:30 o’clock Tuesday morning.  Although he had been in poor health for some time past it was only during the past few weeks that he has been confined to his bed.  He had been gradually growing weaker and death finally came as a relief to his sufferings.  Practically all the seventy-six years of his life has been spent in Richland county.  He was born in this county, February 6, 1837.  He served two terms as county treasurer and has been trustee of Madison township, holding this office up to the time of his death.  Mr. Bell was the oldest member in years of membership of the First Lutheran church.  He has been an active member of this church for more than fifty years.  Mr. Bell was a member of Mansfield lodge No. 35, F and A. M., having been a member of that body since 1869 and one of the oldest members.  He was also a member of Mansfield Commandery No. 1, Knights Templar.  On August 26, 1857, Mr. Bell was united in marriage to Elizabeth Wallace, and Mr. and Mrs. Bell celebrated their fifty-fifth wedding anniversary last year.  Mr. Bell is survived by his wife, four daughters, Mr. A. B. Shull, of Baltimore, Md., Mrs. S. H. Croft, of Denver, Col., Miss Zora Bell and Mrs. Charles Matthes, of this city, and one son, A. W. Bell, of Mansfield.  One sister, Mrs. James Campbell, of Mansfield, also survives.  Funeral services will be held on Friday afternoon, the time and place to be announced later.  Submitted by Stephen B.  [Mansfield News (Mansfield, Ohio) Tuesday, March 4, 1913 p4, col1]

Bell, Lureatha (Gribben)

Bell, Margaret

Bell, Marie -- 585 Cook Road, wife of Byron O. Brenner, Mother of Mrs. Edmund C. Ryan and sister of A. E. Bell, passed away at Mansfield General Hospital Friday afternoon.  Friends may call at the Finefrock Home where services will be conducted Monday afternoon at one thirty o’clock by Rev Wray C. Smith.  Interment in Mansfield Memorial Park.  Submitted by Stephen B.  [Mansfield News-Journal (Mansfield, Ohio) Sunday,  June 10, 1951 p5]

Bell, Marie M. -- Bell Services, MANSFIELD - Funeral services for Marie M. Bell, Glendale Boulevard, who died Friday morning at home, will be held at 1 p.m. Wednesday at the Diamond Street Home of Wappner Funeral Directors by Rev. Michael Goldner.  Burial will be held in Mansfield Cemetery. Friends may call Tuesday from 2 to 5 p.m. at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to the First English Lutheran Church.  Mrs. Bell, widow of George M. Bell, was born July 10, 1894, and had lived in Mansfield all he life. She was a member of the First English Lutheran Church, where she taught Sunday school for many years. She was a member of the AARP, the Order of the Eastern Star, Ruth Chapter, and did volunteer work at Mansfield General Hospital as a Grey Lady.  Surviving are one daughter, Mrs. Martin (Dorothy) Devitt of Key Colony Beach, Fla.; one son, Dr. Wendell M. Bell of Mansfield, four grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren, and three nephews. She was preceded in death by a brother, a sister, and one grandson.  Submitted by Gary.  [MANSFIELD NEWS JOURNAL:  01 January 1990, p. 6A]

Bell, Mary E. Bishop -- Mansfield. Mary E. Bishop Bell, 87, died Thursday, Jan. 13, 2005, at her home after a brief illness.  Born July 14, 1917, in Richland County, she was the daughter of Jacob J. and Maude (Warrell) Bishop. She was a wonderful mother, grandmother, sister and friend. Throughout the years, she kept her mind active playing bridge and Scrabble with her friends. Mary enjoyed playing tennis well into her 60s. Her strong beliefs were deeply rooted in her faith in God. Her caring and giving nature will long be remembered by her family and friends. She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Jeffery G. and Diane "Dee" Bell of Mansfield; three grandchildren, Jessica, Jeffery N., and Jacqueline Bell; a sister and brother-in-law, Grace and Stephen Reid of Des Plaines, Ill.; many nieces and nephews; and a host of wonderful friends. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Dr. Wendell M. Bell; son, Wendell M. "Skip" Bell; brother, Jacob J. "Joe" Bishop; sister, Margaret Utz; and twin sister, Martha Mayer. Friends may call call at the Diamond Street Home of Wappner Funeral Directors on Sunday, January 16 from 2 - 5 p.m. Funeral services conducted by the Rev. Bruce Copley, will be held Monday at 10:30 a.m. at the funeral home. Burial will follow in Mansfield Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Med-Central Hospice. Submitted by Gary. [Mansfield News Journal: 15 January 2005]

Bell, Mrs. J.K. -- BUTLER -- Mrs. J.K. Bell, well known to the people in this locality, was interred at Hokah, Houston County, Minn., Jan. 1st., aged 65 years. -- [BELLVILLE INDEPENDENT: 18 January 1894, Vol. 6, No. 36]
 

Bell, Myles S. -- Myles S. Bell, 74, of rear 705 Park Avenue East, died shortly after arrival at Mansfield General Hospital Thursday afternoon.  He was born Nov. 23, 1900 in Madison Township, and had lived here all his life.  Mr. Bell retired from the Tappan Co. in 1965 after 45 years of service.  He was a member of the East Mansfield United Presbyterian Church and the Quarter Century Club at Tappan.  He is survived by his wife, Sylvia Neptune Bell; two sons, William J. of Richmond, Va., and Wayne H. of Mansfield; two daughters, Mrs Anna Mae Rose and Mrs. Dwaine (Shirley) Smith, both of Mansfield; 12 grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; one brother Byron of Shelby and two sisters, Mrs. Lucy Wilson of Wooster and Mrs. John Swartz of Michigan.  Services will be held Monday at 1 p.m. at the Diamond St. Home of Wappner Funeral Directors, by his pastor, the Rev. John Schultz.  Burial will be in Mansfield Memorial Park.  Friends may call Sunday from 2 - 4 and from 7 - 9 p.m.  Submitted by Linda & Shirley.  Typed by Bev Craig. (Mansfield News Journal, 27 June 1975, p.5)

Bell, Nancy (Serrels) -- DIED -- Near Independence, Richland County, Ohio, August 22d., 1872, Mrs. NANCY BELL, wife of Hamilton Bell, aged 71 years, 9 months and 22 days.  The subject of this notice was born in Westmoreland Co., Penn., in the year 1800, and emigrated to Stark Co., Ohio, with her parents Robert & Mary Serrels in the year 1810.  From there they removed to Richland Co., near Lexington, in the year 1813.  She was married to Hamilton Bell the 18th. of November, 1824.  She was the mother of nine children, only five of which are living.  She was much esteemed by all her friends and neighbors, and died in peace after intense suffering for three months.  She was a devoted member of the Bunker Hill Presbyterian Church.  [BELLVILLE DOLLAR WEEKLY:  06 September 1872, Vol. 1, No. 28]

Bell, Nellie -- Death is always an occasion fraught with sadness, but when it is a little one, pure and innocent, that is called from earth, the grief of the bereaved ones is intensified and made most bitter.  Thus it was that the home of William Bell was darkened last Sunday when little Nellie, light of the happy household and beloved by her many and inseparable companions of the neighborhood, passed into the last, long sleep.  Although weakened by loss of appetite and pale and wearied, the little patient bore up bravely until Saturday evening, when Mrs. Bell grew alarmed and began to fear for the worst.  Careful vigil was kept Saturday night but the morning showed no change.  Weaker and weaker the little sufferer became.  Mrs. Bell turned tearfully from the sick chamber and called to her husband.  Mr. Bell went sadly to the couch and bent over the emaciated form just as the last breath was leaving.  Bursting out in tears, he waved the sad summons to his wife that Nellie had answered the call of the death angel and had entered that bourne from which no little doggies return.  [Richland County Leader:  25 March 1921, Vol. 2, No. 15]

Bell, Nettie M. -- Nettie M. Bell, 87, widow of Silas E. Bell, died Sunday at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Ralph Moser, 336 Sheppard Rd., following an extended illness.  Born Oct. 19, 1871, near Mansfield, she spent her entire life in this vicinity.  Surviving are one son, Lester Bell, 940 Wooster Rd.; one daughter, Mrs. Ralph Moser; one brother, Charles Balliet of Maple Lake, Minn.; two grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.  The body was removed to the Wappner Funeral Home where services will be held Wednesday at 3 p.m. in charge of Rev. Norman Lucas, pastor of the First Lutheran Church.  Burial will be in the Mansfield Cemetery.  Submitted by Stephen.  Mansfield News-Journal (Mansfield, Ohio). Monday, July 20, 1959. p2, col3.

Bell, Normandie -- Prolonged Illness Ends In Death of Mrs. H. M. Bell -- Mrs. Normandie Bell, aged 54 years, wife of Hiram M. Bell, died this morning at 8:30 o‘clock, at the family home, 202 North Mulberry street, following a prolonged illness. Beside the husband she is survived by one daughter, Erma, her mother, Mrs. Mary Temple of Lexington, two brothers, Fuller Temple, Lexington, Harley Temple of Cleveland and one sister, Mrs. Grace Stone of Lexington. She was a member of the First Lutheran church, and funeral services will be conducted at the family home by her pastor, Rev. H. C. Roehner Monday afternoon at 2 o’clock. Submitted by Steve B. [The Mansfield News (Mansfield, Ohio) Friday, October 26, 1923 p24, col1]

Bell, Rachel -- Mifflin.  Mrs. Rachel Bell, aged 79 years, a pioneer of Mifflin Twp., died on last Friday morning.  She was a most estimable lady and for several years was an invalid from disease of the stomach and heart.  For twenty-five days before death she was unable to take any food in any form, only a little drink, though she did not suffer much pain.  She was buried at Emanuel Church last Sunday.  Dr. Markel was the attending physician and says death resulted from starvation caused by the stomach disease.  --  [Richland Shield & Banner:  02 November 1889, Vol. LXXII, No. 24]

Bell, Rezin W. -- Rezin W. Bell, who had been steward of the Ohio State Institution for the Blind in Columbus since 1881, except during the administration of Governor Hoadley in 1884-5, and that of Governor Campbell in 1890-1, died at 9:30 p.m. Saturday of heart failure, superinduced by pneumonia.  Mr. Bell was born at Bellville, Richland County, Aug. 25, 1834, and went to California in 1849, during the gold excitement, where he remained for a number of years, and when the rebellion broke out he joined a company of California Rifles and served through the war.  He returned to Ohio and became a partner with his brother, who was in the mercantile business in Bellville, until he was elected to the stewardship of the institution which he was serving when he died.  He had been ailing for several days but was not considered seriously ill until Wednesday when he took a turn for the worse and continued to grow weaker until the end came.  He is survived by a widow and one child, Mrs. Frank Henry, of Washington, D.C., and two sisters, Mrs. Dewey, of Omaha, Neb., and Mrs. Johnston, of Chatham, Ohio.  A message was received Sunday morning by W.H. Elston, Mrs. Jennie Shuler, and others announcing the death of Mr. Bell.  Private funeral services were held early Tuesday morning for the relatives of the family and at 9 a.m. public services were held in the institution's chapel of which members of the blue lodge of Masons and Shriners and the Mt. Vernon Commandery, of which orders the deceased was a prominent worker, had charge.  The remains were brought to Bellville in a special car, accompanied by a delegation of Masons and friends and were laid to rest beside his ancestors in the family burial ground.  His grandfather, Robert Bell, the founder of Bellville, was a prominent factor in establishing the village cemetery, having donated the land.  The Masonic lodge of Bellville, of which he was an honored member, in charge of Marshal Dr. J.P. Lowe, went to the depot to meet the funeral party and accompanied the remains to the cemetery.  --  [Butler Enterprise:  24 February 1905, Vol. 17, No. 4]

Bell, Rezin W. -- Rezin W. Bell, who had been steward of the Ohio State Institution for the Blind in Columbus since 1881, except during the administration of Governor Hoadley in 1884-5, and that of Governor Campbell in 1890-1, died at 9:30 p.m. Saturday of heart failure, super induced by pneumonia.  Mr. Bell was born at Bellville, Richland County, Aug. 25, 1834, and went to California in 1849, during the gold excitement, where he remained for a number of years, and when the rebellion broke out he joined a company of California Rifles and served through the war.  He returned to Ohio and became a partner with his brother, who was in the mercantile business in Bellville, until he was elected to the stewardship of the institution which he was serving when he died.  He had been ailing for several days but was not considered seriously ill until Wednesday when he took a turn for the worse and continued to grow weaker until the end came.  He is survived by a widow and one child, Mrs. Frank Henry, of Washington, D.C., and two sisters, Mrs. Dewey, of Omaha, Neb., and Mrs. Johnston, of Chatham, Ohio.  A message was received Sunday morning by W.H. Elston, Mrs. Jennie Shuler and others announcing the death of Mr. Bell.  Private funeral services were held early Tuesday morning for the relatives of the family and at 9 a.m. public services were held in the institution's chapel at which members of the blue lodge of Masons and Shriners and the Mt. Vernon Commandery, of which orders the deceased was a prominent worker, had charge.  The remains were brought to Bellville in a special car, accompanied by a delegation of Masons and friends, and were laid to rest beside his ancestors in the family burial ground.  His grandfather, Robert Bell, the founder of Bellville, was a prominent factor in establishing the village cemetery, having donated the land.  The Masonic lodge of Bellville, of which he was an honored member, in charge of Marshal Dr. J.P. Lowe, went to the depot to meet the funeral party and accompanied the remains to the cemetery.  --  [Bellville Messenger:  17 February 1905, Vol. 13, No. 4]

Bell, Robert W. -- Butler.  Robert W. Bell died Wednesday evening at 9 o'clock, aged 80 years.  Funeral services are being held at Bunker Hill today, Friday, at 11 o'clock, conducted by Rev. Spreng.  The G.A.R. and Clearfork Grange have charge of the funeral.  --  [Bellville Messenger:  02 March 1906, Vol. 14, No. 5]

Bell, Robert W. -- The funeral of Robert W. Bell took place Friday at 11 a.m., and services were conducted by Rev. Otto Spreng at Bunker Hill, where interment was made.  Samuel Bell Post, No. 516, G.A.R. and Clearfork Grange, P. of H., had charge of the ritualistic work, both of which orders, deceased had been a member.  Robert W. Bell was born in Washington Twp., Richland Co., Sept. 1, 1825.  Died Feb. 28, 1906, aged 80 years, 5 months and 27 days.  He came to Worthington Twp. with his parents, Hamilton and Nancy Bell, when about five years of age, locating on the south part of the farm east of Butler where he died full of years.  April 6, 1867, he was united in marriage with Roseanna Reeder, who with one son, Postmaster A.E. Bell, and one sister, Mrs. Mary J. Fike, survive him.  In his early days he taught school in the locality of Butler.  Although his schooling was limited he studied at home by the light of the fireplace in his father's cabin, and thus attained a fair education.  He was a great reader and had one of the largest libraries in the township.  Taken as a whole, in the best days of his manhood, he was considered one of the best informed men in his immediate locality.  When the dark days of 61-65 came, he was ready to sacrifice himself for his country, and Oct. 21, 1862, enlisted at Mansfield as private in Co. H., 120th. O.V.I.  For meritorious services on the field he was promoted to corporal at Millikin's Bend, La., Jan. 1863.  This regiment was assigned to the 3rd. brigade, 4th. Division of the 13th. army corps, and at Plaquemine, La., was consolidated into Co. E, 42nd. regiment.  In Mar., 1867, it became Co. E., 114th., O.V.I.  After the consolidation Mr. Bell had the rank of Corporal of Co. K., 114th. Regiment.  He participated in battles of Chickasaw Bluffs, Miss., Arkansas Post, Ark., and Ft. Gibson, Miss., where two of his comrades were mortally wounded.  He also took part in the siege of Ft. Blakely, where the regiment was under fire continuously for a week.  One of his comrades was mortally wounded by stepping on a torpedo.  During July 1864, Mr. Bell was detailed on special guard duty at headquarters of the brigade.  At Raymond, Miss., he was captured by the Confederates while sick in the hospital.  All the sick and disabled soldiers were taken with the enemy and Mr. Bell, being too ill to go any farther, was left with some other sick comrades by the roadside to die.  For two days they had no food but on the third day, southern country people gave them something to eat.  For awhile they were afraid to eat the food provided, for fear of being poisoned.  The refugees tramped up the Black River where the regiment was reformed and afterward were sent to Vicksburg to report to Gen. Grant.  Being a prisoner of war Mr. Bell was then sent to Camp Chase at Columbus, Ohio, until he regained his health.  He afterward joined his regiment and served on special picket duty at various southern points until he was honorably discharged at Galveston, Texas, July 24, 1865, the closing of the war.  Mr. Bell was a great relic hunter and brought many curios from the south, which he took delight in showing his friends when they visited him.  --  [Bellville Messenger:  09 March 1906, Vol. 14, No. 6]

Bell, Samuel Bookstaver -- The Rev. Samuel Bookstaver Bell, who was pastor of the First Congregational church in this city, 1875-7, recently died at Santa Rosa, Cal., in his 80th. year.  Previous to his pastorate here, Dr. Bell was a missionary in California for 10 years.  He also served as pastor of churches in New York City, Hillsdale, Mich., and Kansas City, to which latter place he went from here.  [Semi-Weekly News:  31 December 1897, Vol. 13, No. 105]

Bell, Samuel R. -- Former Richland County Resident Dies in Nevada, O. -- Word has been received here of the death of Samuel R. Bell, 88, former Richland county resident who died at his home in Nevada, Ohio, Tuesday. Mr. Bell, the son of the late David and Catherine Balliett Bell, is survived by three sons, Charles Bell, McCutchesville, Arthur Bell, Sturges, Mich., and Samuel Bell, Nevada. Three daughters, Mrs. Mary Suter, Nevada, Mrs. Minnie Glosser and Mrs. Bessie Althouse, both of whom reside near Nevada; 18 grandchildren; 15 great grandchildren and one sister, Mrs. J. B. Downs, Mansfield, also survive. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Friday at Nevada Lutheran church. Burial will be made at Nevada. Submitted by Faye and Jean. [THE MANSFIELD NEWS, Thursday, November 10, 1922]

Bell, Samuel R. -- Former Richland County Resident Dies In Nevada, O. -- Word has been received here of the death of Samuel R. Bell, 88, former Richland county resident who died at his home in Nevada, Ohio, Tuesday. Mr. Bell, the son of the late David and Catherine Balliet Bell, is survived by three sons, Charles Bell, McCutchesville; Arthur Bell, Sturges, Mich., and Samuel Bell, Nevada. Three daughters, Mrs. Mary Suter, Nevada; Mrs. Minnie Glosser and Mrs. Bessie Althouse, both of whom reside near Nevada; 18 grandchildren; 15 great grandchildren and one sister, Mrs. J. B. Downs, Mansfield, also survive. Funeral services will be held at 2 p. m. Friday at Nevada Lutheran church. Burial will be made at Nevada. Submitted by Stephen. [The Mansfield News (Mansfield, Ohio). Wednesday, November 10, 1932. p11]

Bell, Sarah (Hanley)

Bell, Sarah (Hanley) -- Bellville.  Died, February 22nd., at Forest, Ind., Mrs. Sarah Bell, nee Hanley, wife of Enoch E. Bell, formerly of this place.  The husband is a brother of Mrs. C.A. LeFever, of our town.  --  [Bellville Star:  13 March 1884, Vol. 7, No. 24]

Bell, Wendell Jr. -- Mansfield - Wendell M. "Skip" Bell Jr., of 694 Coleman Road died early Sunday morning in Mansfield General Hospital after an extended illness.  Mr. Bell was born April 8, 1945, in Cleveland and lived in this area most of his life. Surviving are his parents, Dr. and Mrs. Wendell M. Bell  of Mansfield; one brother, Jeffery G. Bell of Mansfield; his paternal grandmother, Marie Bell of Mansfield.  Services will be held Tuesday at 1 p.m. at the Ontario Home of Wappner Funeral Directors by the Rev. Michael Goldner, visitation pastor of First Lutheran Church, and Pastor Rick Wiseman of Liberty Chapel. Burial will be in Mansfield Cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home today from 6 to 9 p.m. The family requests that memorial contributions may be made to the Liberty Chapel of First Lutheran Church Memorial Funds. --  Submitted by Gary.  [Mansfield News Journal:  14 February 1983]

Bell, Wendell M. -- MANSFIELD - Wendell M. Bell M.D., 74, of 694 Coleman Road died Monday evening at Mansfield General Hospital following an extended illness.  Dr. Bell was born April 6, 1916, in Mansfield and had lived here most of his life. He graduated from Mansfield Senior High School, The Ohio State College of Medicine, where he was a member of the freshman honor society of Phi Eta Sigma.  Following college graduation in 1943, Dr. Bell took his junior and senior residency in obstetrics and gynecology at St. Luke's Hospital in Cleveland from 1943 until 1945. For the next two years, he was chief of obstetrics at Fitzsimmons General Hospital in Denver. During this time he also served in the U. S. Army.  In 1947, Dr. Bell returned to Mansfield and opened an office at 15 N. Mulberry Street. He later moved his offices to the Medical Arts Building at 480 Glessner Avenue, which he and several other physicians built.  Dr. Bell was an active staff member of Mansfield General Hospital from 1947-1975. He helped to establish the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology in 1952 and also served as a member and a chairman of the department. He was a past president of the Mansfield General Hospital Medical Staff.  He was active for 31, years in Obstetrics and gynecology practice and delivered 8,500 babies in Ohio and Colorado. Dr. Bell was also a member and past president of the Richland County Medical Society; a member of the Ohio State Medical Association; a member of the American Medical Association; a fellow of American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology; and board-eligible in the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology.  A member of the First Lutheran Church, Dr. Bell was also a 50 year member of the Mansfield Lodge 35 F & AM, and was a member of Elks Lodge 56.  Surviving are his wife, Mary Bishop Bell, his son and daughter-in-law, Jeffery G. and Dee Bell of Mansfield; three grandchildren, Jessica, Jeffery and Jacqueline; his sister, Dorthy Devitt of Key Colony, Fla.;  and several nieces and nephews.  He was preceded in death by his son, Wendell "Ship" Bell in February 1983 and his mother, Marie Bell, in December 1989.  Calling hours will be Thursday from 6 to 9 pm. at the Diamond Stree Home of  Wappner Funeral Directors. Masonic services will be held at 8:30 p.m. Funeral services will be held at the funeral home Friday at 11 a.m., conducted by Rev. Michael Goldner. Burial will be held in Mansfield Cemetery.  Memorial contributions may be made to the First Lutheran Church Christian Day School Fund or S.N. Ada Ford Fund, 35 N. Park Street.  Submitted by Gary.  [Mansfield News Journal:  09 May 1990]

Bell, William -- William Bell, captain of No. 2 fire station and life long-resident of Mansfield, died this morning at 7:30 o’clock at his home, 330 East Fourth street, after an illness of seven weeks with heart trouble.  It was not until last Thursday that his condition became critical but since then he had rapidly grown worse until death resulted.  Mr. Bell, who was 62 years and one month of age, was born in this city and resided here throughout his entire life.  At the age of 16 years he became a volunteer fireman and was appointed as a regular fireman May 14, 1890 and as captain of No. 2 station on December 31, 1907.  He was at all times recognized as faithful and efficient in the performance of his duties and was held in high regard by his associates in the city service as well as by all who knew him.  He is survived by his wife and six children, two sons, William, of Bellville, and George, of this city, and four daughters, Mrs. Phillip Kipp, Mrs. George Birmelin, Mrs. Samuel Schwier and Mrs. Beach Gatton, all of this city.  Funeral services will be conducted at the home Friday afternoon at 2:30 o’clock by the Rev. M. L. Jenney, Pastor of the First Christian church.  Burial will be in the Mansfield cemetery.  Submitted by Steve B.  [Mansfield News (Mansfield, Ohio) Wednesday, May 29, 1918 p3, col2]

Bemiller, ---- -- The infant son of Mr. & Mrs. J.F. Bemiller died Friday night and was interred Saturday at Four Corners.  [Bellville Messenger:  09 February 1906, Vol. 14, No. 2]

Bemiller, Alberta M. (Wilson) -- Mrs. Emerson Bemiller died on last Thursday evening, after a short illness with lung trouble, superinduced by the grip, aged 32 years, seven months and three days.  The funeral took place from the family home near Newville Sunday at 10 a.m. and services were conducted at Bunker Hill by Rev. W.E. Harrison of the Butler M.P. church.  Interment was made in the churchyard cemetery by the side of an infant daughter.  Alberta M. Wilson was born in Worthington Township, July 23, 1870.  Was married to Emerson Bemiller in 1893.  To this union were born five daughters, four of whom with the husband survive.  The deceased was well and favorably known, as the large congregation of people who were present at the last sad rites, would attest.  The situation is a particularly sad one and the bereft husband with four little motherless daughters has the sincere sympathy of a large circle of friends.  They keenly feel the loss of a beloved wife and mother.  [Bellville Messenger:  05 March 1903, Vol. 11, No. 9]

Bemiller, Elizabeth (Palmer) -- NEWVILLE. -Mrs. Elizabeth Palmer Bemiller, aged 69, wife of Emerson Bemiller of Newville, died Tuesday morning in the Mansfield General hospital where she had submitted to a major operation several days ago. Born near Perrysville, she had resided near Newville since her marriage to Emerson Bemiller in 1903. She was a member of the Perrysville Baptist church. Surviving are the husband, two sons, Brice, of Newville and Charles, of Fredericktown; a daughter, Mrs. Mary Snavely of Mansfield; four step-daughters, Mrs. Pearl Pritchard, of Newark, Mrs. Grace Bowman, Mrs. Mable Bowman and Mrs. Gladys Bowman, all of near Newville; 31 grandchildren, and five brothers, Charles of near Perrysville, Frank, Andrew, Joseph and Harvey of Little Washington community. Funeral services will be held Thursday at 2 p.m. from the Bunker Hill church south of Newville. Burial will be in the Bunker Hill cemetery. Submitted by Jean and Faye. [The Mansfield News-Journal, Page 4: Wednesday, April 28, 1937]

Bemiller, Emerson -- EMERSON BEMILLER, 88, retired teacher and farmer, early today at his farm near Newville. Survivors: daughters, Mrs. Mabel Bowman and Mrs. Grace Bowman, both of Perrysville, and Mrs. Mary Snavely of Mansfield; sons, Brice of Perrysville and Charles of Johnstown; sister, Mrs. Mary Clever of Toledo; 35 grandchildren; 65 great grand children; one great-great-grandchild. Services: 2 p.m. Friday, Snyder Funeral Home, Butler, The Rev. Bert Hosking, pastor of Newville Methodist Church, assisted by the Rev. H. E. Stout, pastor of Amity Methodist Church. Burial in Bunker Hill Cemetery. Friends call at funeral home, starting this evening. Member of Bunker Hill Presbyterian Church. Submitted by Jean and Faye. [The Mansfield News-Journal, Page 2: Wednesday, June 11, 1959]

Bemiller, Everett J. -- Everett J. Bemiller, infant son of Mr. & Mrs. Orval Bemiller, of Honey Creek, died December 14 at the age of 4 months and 10 days.  He was born August 4, 1921.  He was preceded in death by a twin brother, and leaves his father, mother, brother, Richard Lee.  Burial service was conducted at the home of his parents by Rev. Charles W. Cassel, and the body laid to rest in the Bellville cemetery.  [Richland County Leader:  23 December 1921, Vol. 3, No. 2]

Bemiller, Floyd C. -- b. 11/5/1903;  d. 2/6/1960;  bur. Shauck Cem.  [source:  Memorial booklet on file at Butler / Clear Fork Historical Museum]

Bemiller, Frank -- d. 3/28/1955 at Madison Hosp.;  b. 3/9/1871 at Elkhart, IN;  bur. Northfork Cem.  [MNJ 3/29/1955]

Bemiller, Judith -- Mrs. Judith Bemiller, the aged relict of the late John Bemiller, passed peacefully away at the advanced age of 83 years, on Wednesday night of last week, after a lingering illness with dropsy.  The funeral took place from the home of her son-in-law, James Piper, in Butler, on Friday at 1 p.m. and services were conducted at the M.E. church by Rev. W.E. Harrison.  Interment was made in the Butler Cemetery.  Mrs. Bemiller was born in Fayette County, Pa.  She was married to John Bemiller, Dec. 6, 1837.  To this union was born eight children, six of whom survive.  Her husband died about 42 years ago.  --  [Bellville Messenger:  05 March 1903, Vol. 11, No. 9]

Bemiller, Louisa McCullough -- Butler.  Mrs. Louisa McCullough Bemiller was born near Nashville, Ohio, April 14, 1857, and died at her late home, on Cleveland street, Thursday, March 9, 1922, after a three months' illness with cancer of the stomach.  She is survived by her husband, Daniel Bemiller;  two grandchildren, Mrs. Helen Miller of Perrysville, and Carl Greer of Butler.  A short service was held at the home, Saturday afternoon, conducted by Rev. C.W. Weltmer.  The funeral sermon was preached at the Bunker Hill church, Saturday, at 2 p.m., by her pastor, Rev. Clarence Stewart, of Perrysville.  Interment was in Bunker Hill cemetery.  [Richland County Leader:  17 March 1922, Vol. 3, No. 13]

Bemiller, Marian J. -- 32Y;  d. 3/7/1955 at White Cross Hosp., Columbus, OH;  w/o Clifford C.;  bur. Wilson Cem., Newark, OH  [MNJ 3/8/1955]

Bemiller, Mrs. Daniel -- Independence.  Mrs. Daniel Beemiller died last Sunday night after a rather prolonged sick spell.  The remains were interred at Bunker Hill on Tuesday.  Rev. Joseph Stull conducted the funeral services.  The remains were followed to their last resting place by a large concourse of relatives and friends.  --  [Bellville Star:  25 October 1888, Vol. 12, No.  4]

Bemiller, Philip -- Butler.  Philip Bemiller, eldest son of Valentine Bemiller, died Thursday at his home near Johnsville, aged about 50 years.  The funeral was held Saturday, according to the rites of the Menisse church of which deceased was a member.  [Semi-Weekly News:  08 September 1896, Vol. 12, No. 73]

Bemiller, Reuben -- BUTLER -- Reuben Bemiller, aged 59 years, died at his home near Davis, Saturday, after being sick a long time.  Funeral services were held Tuesday at Bunker Hill and interment was at the same place.  His wife and one daughter survive.  [Richland County Leader:  03 June 1921, Vol. 2, No. 25]

Bemiller, Valentine

Bemiller, Valentine -- Butler.  Mr. & Mrs. T.B. Clever, of Toledo, arrived Sunday in response to a telegram stating the death of Mrs. Clever's father, Valentine Bemiller.  [Semi-Weekly News:  31 December 1896, Vol. 13, No. 1]

Bemiller, Valentine -- Butler.  After weeks of intense suffering with dropsical trouble, Valentine Bemiller died at 12 o'clock Saturday in the 74th. year of his age.  Deceased was born in the province of Saxe Weimar, Germany, May 21, 1823, and emigrated to America with his parents when quite young.  May 15, 1844, he was united in marriage to Mary Garber and in 1874 moved to Washington Township where he has since resided.  The union was blessed with 14 children, six of whom with the widow survive him.  The funeral took place from the family home, east of town, Monday at 10 o'clock.  The Rev. W.A. Nolling delivered the funeral discourse from the Bunker Hill pulpit and the remains were laid to rest in that cemetery.  [Semi-Weekly News:  31 December 1896, Vol. 13, No. 1]

Benaugh, George B. -- Word has been received here by friends of Mrs. Rev. George B. Benaugh of the death of her husband, at the family home in Belfast, Ireland.  Rev. Mr. Benaugh will be remembered as pastor of the Presbyterian church of this place about 20 years ago, going from here to Mansfield, where he was pastor of the Reformed Presbyterian church.  He was senior minister of the Knockerbracken Reform Presbyterian church at Belfast, Ireland.  He leaves a wife and one daughter, Mary.   [Richland County Leader:  06 February 1920, Vol. 1, No. 9]

Bender, David R. -- David R. Bender was born in Morrow Co., Nov. 3, <illegible> and departed this life July <illegible>, aged <illegible>.  He is the <illegible> of George and Elizabeth Bender, and passed his life under parental roof until commencement of the war, when he was among the first to respond to his "countries call" enlisting in Company C, 15th. Regiment, O.V.I., and was gone near four years, Shiloh, Yazoo Pass and Vicksburg being among the battles in which he engaged.  He was transferred to the Veteran Corps at Indianapolis and guarded prisoners for a short time, when he was placed on General Hovey's escort.  While he responded to the call of his country he did not refuse the call of the Lord Jesus.  He enlisted in the army of the Lord Jesus Christ about 28 years ago and united with the Evangelical church.  He remained faithful to the church and his Lord until the Master called him to that rest that remaineth for the children of God.  He was of a quiet nature and shining light in the home.  He loved his family lived, cared, and prayed for their happiness and salvation.  His departure of this world is deeply felt by his loving and devoted companion, with whom he lived in holy wedlock since Sept. 8, 1868, and his children, Minnie M., Wilber S., Elnora, C. Cookman and Mabel.  He is also survived by 2 grandchildren and three sisters, 2 grandchildren preceded him to the spirit world.  In his associations with others he was honest, upright and generous.  He was not meddlesome;  he went his own way and let others go their way.  He made many friends while living in the Village of Butler he having served as Post Master from Spring 1897, to the time of his death.  He will be greatly missed, not only by his own, but all who knew him.  --  [Butler Times:  06 August 1904, Vol. XI, No. 51]

Bender, John -- Mr. John Bender died on last Friday, August 21st., 1874, at the residence of Mr. Jacob Cline, near Shelby Junction, in the 85th. year of his age.  Mr. Bender long resided on a farm several miles northwest of Mansfield, and was highly esteemed among his neighbors and friends.  Some years ago, he became a citizen of Shelby, and afterwards moved to the country, when age incapacitated him, and his aged wife from keeping house, to spend his remaining days with his sons-in-law, Mr. Adam Weiser and Jacob Cline, dying at the residence of the latter.  His aged companion still survives him.  [Shelby Independent News: 27 August 1874, Vol. 6, No. 44]

Bender, John -- Died, at the residence of Jacob Cline, August 21st., 1874, Mr. John Bender, aged 74 years, 8 months and 20 days.  Mr. Bender was born in Adams County, Pa., January 1, 1790;  married a Miss Sarah Shade in May, 1811, living with her until his death, over sixty-three years.  He had four children, forty-six grandchildren, and fifty-four great-grandchildren, most of them still living.  He was a member of the Christian Church for many years.  His funeral took place at the London Church on Saturday, 22d. inst., attended by a large number of his friends and relatives.  [Shelby Independent News: 27 August 1874, Vol. 6, No. 44]  *See also:  Taylor's Corpse Preserver article.

Bendle, Mrs. X. -- Mrs. X. Bendle, formerly a resident of this place, recently removed to Sandusky City, died several weeks ago of Typhoid Fever.  [Shelby Independent News:  30 May 1872, Vol. 4, No. 31]

Beneau, George

Beneau, Otto P. Nealand -- Died, at the residence of Mr. Geo. Beneau, Baltimore, Md., of inflammation of the brain and typhoid fever, on Thursday, December 12th, 1872, Otto P. Nealand, adopted son of George and Anna Beneau, formerly of Shelby, aged 14 years, 8 months and 19 days.  The subject of this notice was well known in Shelby, especially to the pupils of our West Side schools, among whom he was a favorite.  His funeral took place from St. Alphosus R.C. Church followed by his School and Sunday School -- numbering 1,400 boys and the same number of girls.  This large concourse of youth showed the esteem he was held in by those who associated with him and knew him best, though yet only a child.  Otto was always a good boy here in Shelby, beloved by his teachers and associates, and our correspondent says, it was the same while he resided in Baltimore.  Without extending this notice, we can only assume Mr. & Mrs. Beneau that all their friends here deeply sympathize with them in their great affliction.  [Shelby Independent News:  02 January 1873, Vol. 5, No. 10]

Benedette, Lena -- DIES AT AGE 53 -- Mrs. Lena Benedette, Mother of 15, Was Ill 2 Weeks -- Mrs. Lena Benedette, 53, of 198 Grant street, mother of 15 children, 12 of whom survive her, died in General hospital today after an illness of two weeks. Mrs. Benedette was born in Italy, Dec. 25, 1885, and came to this country 35 years ago. She was a member of the St. Peter’s Catholic church. Surviving are her husband, Ben; four daughters, Miss Edith Cicolani of Italy and Mrs. Harold White, Mrs. George Kunz and Miss Hazel Cicolani of Mansfield; eight sons, Reno, Henry, Malio, Milo, James, George, John and Richard Cicolani of Mansfield; a sister, Mrs. Antonio Antonette of near Mansfield, and five grandchildren. Three children preceded her in death. The body was taken to the Finefrock funeral home where it will remain until this evening when it will be removed to the home. Funeral arrangements are incomplete. Submitted by klynn. [Mansfield News Journal: Tuesday, February 7, 1939, pg 9]

Benedict, Mary Ellen -- Shenandoah.  Mary Ellen Benedict, wife of Abraham Benedict, died at her home near Rives, Nov. 11, aged 59 years, 5 months and 11 days.  She has been an invalid for nine years.  The funeral was held at Rives last Sunday and was very largely attended, friends and relatives being present from Clear Creak, Ashland County, Greenwich, Huron County, and Mansfield.  The funeral service was conducted by H.T. Morris.  --  [Mansfield Semi-Weekly News:  18 November 1898, Vol. 14, No. 95]

Bender, Lee G. -- Mansfield - Lee G. "Slim" Bender, 84, of 3145 Noblet Road died early Saturday in Rosemont Nursing Home after a two-year illness.  Born Oct. 30, 1899, in Pennsylvania, he lived here most of his life.  Mr. Bender was the former owner of the Bargain Spot of Reed Street for 18 years, retiring in 1980.  Surviving are three brothers, Harvey, Lowell and Wendell, all of Mansfield, and a sister, Mrs. Carl (Maxine) Gongwer of Ashland.  Funeral services will be held at 2:30 p.m. Tuesday in the Diamond Street Home of Wappner Funeral Directors by the Rev. Phillip Carl, associate pastor of First English Lutheran Church.  Burial will be in Mt. Olivet Cemetery, Olivesburg.  Friends may call Monday at the funeral home from 2 to4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m.  Submitted by Linda & Shirley.  (Mansfield News Journal: Sunday, 22 January, 1984 4A) 

Benham, Carolyn -- Shelby - Mrs. Carolyn Benham, 99, of 47 Grand Blvd, died at 9 a.m. Monday at the Heritage Care Center after an extended illness.....Incomplete. Submitted by Linda & Shirley. [Mansfield News Journal: April 15, 1983 p. 7A]

Bennett, ---- -- The infant child of Mr. & Mrs. James Bennett, of 94 South Foster street, died Thursday morning, and was buried in the afternoon at 4:00.  [Mansfield News:  13 December 1901, Vol. 17, No. 242]

Bennett, Mary S. -- Mrs. Mary S. BENNETT, formerly of this city, died of consumption, at Olivesburg, Saturday afternoon, aged thirty years.  The funeral services, conducted by Rev. Wolf at West Windsor, were held at the Olivesburg Methodist church on Monday at 10 A.M.   [Ohio Liberal:  14 February 1883]

Bennett, Mrs. A. J. -The many friends of Mrs. A. J. Bennett will be pained to hear of her death, which occurred at her home near Beaver, Ore., Aug. 29. She was the widow of the Rev. M. P. Bennett, who was pastor of the Free Methodist church in this city about fourteen years ago. She leaves three children to mourn their loss - Frank T. Bennett, of Beaver, Ore.; Mrs. George Marlow and Miss Maud Bennett, of this city. She was a devoted Christian and enjoyed working for the Master; always cheerful and helpful to those about her, ever ready to comfort and sympathize with theories and sorrows of others, and while relatives and friends deeply feel their loss, they are glad to know that their loss is her gain, and that she has gone where no good-byes will ever be spoken. She used to say that when she got to heaven, she wanted to spend the first thousand years looking at Jesus, who had redeemed her. Submitted by Faye and Jean [The Mansfield News: Saturday, September 10, 1910]

Bennett, Raymond -- Raymond, son of Mr. & Mrs. Garfield C. Bennett, died at the home of his grandparents, Mr. & Mrs. Charles E. Kennedy, at 106 West Second Street, Friday night, about 11 o'clock after a three day's illness with tetanus, or lockjaw.  He was born at Lagrange, Ind., Sept. 12, 1891, and has lived in Mansfield for the past nine years.  He was a great favorite among his young friends and has endeared himself to a large number of persons, young and old.  A bright mind and a genial disposition united to make him a most promising youth and his untimely demise has been a most severe shock to his relatives and to all those who were his companions and friends.  His patience during the last hours of his suffering, was undaunted and he met death peacefully.  The deceased was a student of the Fourth grade of the West First Street school, and was also a member of the First congregational Sunday school.  His presence was always noticed at the Sunday school and he firmly believed in its teachings.  The funeral services will be held from his late home on West Second Street Monday afternoon at 2 o'clock, conducted b the Rev. Charles Lemoine, of the Congregational church.  [Mansfield News:  13 July 1901, Vol. 17, No. 113]

Bennett, Raymond -- The funeral services of the late Raymond Bennett were held from the residence of Mr. & Mrs. Charles E. Kennedy, 106 West Second Street, this afternoon at 2 o'clock.  The Rev. Charles Lemoine, of the First Congregational Church officiated.  [Mansfield News:  15 July 1901, Vol. 17, No. 114] 

Bennett, S.W. -- S.W. Bennett, of 27 Harker street, died at 4:45 Wednesday morning, aged 47 years, 8 months and 10 days.  Funeral Thursday afternoon at the Boyce church, six miles north of town.  Mr. Boyce served in the late war as a member of company D, 26th. O.V.I., for three years and four months.  [Mansfield Herald:  15 May 1890, Vol. 40, No. 26]

Bennett, Samuel -- Samuel Bennett was born on October 22, 1798 in Weller Township, Richland County, OH. He was married to his second wife on December 13, 1827 to Louisa Hamilton in Richland County, Ohio. He died on March 22, 1889 in Olivesburg, Richland County, Ohio. He is buried at Pleasant Valley Baptist Cemetery, Franklin Township, Richland County, Ohio. I don't know which Richland County newspaper his obituary would be in. Submitted by GCarolyn1.  [unknown paper]

Bennett, Samuel W. -- Wednesday.  Samuel W. Bennett died at 4:45 this morning at his residence, No. 27 Harker Street.  He was 48 years of age and his death was caused by general debility.  Deceased was a member of Company D, 26th. Regiment O.V.I.  The funeral will take place tomorrow at 2:30 p.m., at the Boyce Church, six miles north of the city.  Those who accompany the remains from the city will meet at the house at 12 o'clock.  [Richland Shield & Banner:  17 May 1890, Vol. LXXII, No. 52]

Bennett, Thomas

Bennett, W.S. -- DIED, May 14, at his sister's residence, corner of Maude Avenue and Harker Street, W.S. Bennett, aged 47 years, 8 months and 10 days.  Funeral May 15, at 12 m.   --  [Mansfield Evening News:  14 May 1890, Vol. 6, No. 59]

Bennighoff, Lizetta -- Mifflin.  Mrs. Lizetta Bennighoff died last Saturday and was buried Tuesday at Chestnut Grove;  she was 76 years old.  [Mansfield Evening News:  07 May 1890, Vol. 6, No. 53]

Benschoter, E. -- One of our oldest and most prominent citizens has been taken from us.  Dr. E. Benschoter died suddenly at his residence in this village, on Monday, Sept. 3, at 8½ P.M.   For over three years the deceased has been afflicted with that terrible disease, Consumption, contracted by years of over exertion in the discharge of his professional duties.  For that length of time he has known escape was impossible -- his medical knowledge told him that the destroyer had fastened upon him with a sure grasp -- and he "set his house in order", and prepared to die.  For a year, each morning and evening, he had endured paroxysms of coughing.  On the morning of his death the coughing was not as severe as usual, and through the whole day his health was remarkably good.  At 8 o'clock that evening he was at the Drug Store, and appeared to be in uncommon good spirits.  From thence he went home and scarcely had he seated himself when the coughing spell came on, with more than usual severity.  His wife and daughter, who were in the room, observing the severity of the attack, called for aid, but before it could arrive the vital spark had fled.  Dr. Benschoter had been a resident of the village for over twenty five years.  He came here a young man and for a quarter of a century he devoted his energies to the advancement of the interests of the community in which he lived.  As a physician he stood high in his profession -- as a man he was high-minded and honorable -- as a citizen he was enterprising and energetic.  His sudden death cast a deep gloom over the village, and the large number from town and country who assembled on the occasion of the funeral, to pay the last tribute of respect to the deceased, showed the estimation in which he was held.  He was, at the time of his death, in the fifty-second year of his age.  [Plymouth Advertiser:  08 September 1855, Vol. 2, No. 48]

Benson, Guy -- The many friends of the mother and the son will be pained to learn of the death of Guy Benson, son of Mrs. Mae Benson, who formerly resided here with his mother, who was cashier and bookkeeper at the Boston store.  Mrs. Benson and her son removed to New York several years ago.  Guy went to Buffalo some weeks ago and there was taken ill with diphtheria and died there in the hospital, Monday, May 27, after an illness of three weeks.  A letter from his mother to Mrs. Belle Bird, of the Windemere, brings the sad intelligence of the death and states that the interment was to be made today at Delaware, the formerly home of Mrs. Benson.  Guy is remembered here by many as a frank, manly lad and his death just as he was entering upon young manhood is a sad affliction to his mother, who will have the sincere sympathy of many friends in this city.  [Mansfield (OH) News: 29 May 1901, Vol. 17, No. 76]

Benson, Nancy J. (Teel) -- Died, Mrs. Nancy J. Benson, daughter of G.W. and Elizabeth Teel, was born March 4th., 1849, and died after a brief illness, November 2d., 1874, aged 25 years, 7 months and 28 days.  [Shelby Independent News:  12 November 1874, Vol. 7, No. 3]

Bently, Emma Edwards -- Mrs. Emma Edwards Bently, 77, of 25 East Augustine Ave., widow of Jesse Bently, died Friday evening in Mansfield Memorial Homes after an extended illness.  She was born July 7, 1895 in Pulaski, Va., and had lived here for the past 20 years.  Surviving are three daughters, Mrs. Viola Stillwell, Miss Della Edwards and Mrs. Everett (Rebecca) Neace, all of Mansfield;  four grandchildren;  13 great-grandchildren;  two great-great-grandchildren.  Funeral services will be held Thursday at 9:30 a.m. at the Wappner Funeral Home with the Rev. James L. Standridge, pastor of the Cook Rd. Baptist Church, officiating.  Burial will be in Mansfield Memorial Park.  Friends may call at the funeral home Sunday from 7 to 9 p.m. and Monday from 7 to 9 p.m.  [Mansfield News Journal:  unknown date]

Benton, Cleo -- 39Y;  d. 2/14/1955 at Crile (Veterans) Hosp., Cleveland, OH;  WWII;  Mansfield resident;  b. 9/1/1915 at Monticello, GA;  h/o Gertrude;  bur. Mansfield Cem.  [MNJ 2/16/1955]

Benton, E.L. -- Tuesday.  The SHIELD learns with sincere regret of the death of E.L. Benton, editor of the CHICAGO JUNCTION TIMES, which occurred on Sunday.  Mr. Benton was an excellent young man and was formerly editor of the SHILOH GLEANER, of this county.  He was married nearly two years ago to a worthy young lady of Shiloh.  --  [Richland Shield & Banner:  12 August 1893, Vol. LXXVI, No. 12]

Berg, ---- -- The wife of Wm. Berg, the drunken drayman, died on Thursday last under circumstances which call for an investigation. [MANSFIELD HERALD: 28 June 1883, Vol. 33, No. 32]

Berg, William -- Monday -- William Berg, formerly a drayman of this city, died at his home on North Sugar Street this morning. [RICHLAND SHIELD & BANNER: 15 February 1896, Vol. LXXVIII, No. 40]

Bergan, Huston M. -- Huston M. Bergan died at 10:10 last night at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Eustace Fisher, No. 183 Bowman Street, after a long illness with lung trouble.  The deceased was born in Wayne County, April 27, 1820, and was married to Miranda Croninger in 1841.  He came to Richland County in 1861 where he has since resided.  Three children, Mrs. Fisher, of this city;  Mrs. Pugh, of New Washington and George M. Bergan, of the Dayton soldiers' home, survive him.  The funeral will occur Sunday at 2 o'clock, the Rev. Dr. H.L. Wiles officiating.  [Semi-Weekly News:  15 September 1896, Vol. 12, No. 75]

Berlin, Eliza A. €

Berndt, ---- -- Sunday.  The two months-old child of Mr. and Mrs. Herman Berndt, of West Second Street, died at 10 o'clock last night.  the funeral will be held Monday.  -- [Richland Shield & Banner:  25 July 1891, Vol. LXXIV, No. 10]

Berndt, Herman August -- Herman August Berndt, the well known baker, died at his home on West Second Street at an early hour last evening.  Mr. Berndt had been suffering with stomach trouble for the past three months and was compelled to dispose of his bakery some time ago.  Yesterday afternoon he began to feel much worse and an abscess in his stomach broke, which caused his death.  Mr. Berndt was born in Germany, Dec. 7, 1843, and came to this country in 1866 and located in Cleveland, where he was married.  In 1869 he moved to this city and engaged in the bakery business on South Main Street where he built up a large business.  He was a member of Richland Lodge No. 161, and Canton Mansfield.  His wife and five children, Herman;  George, of Akron;  Henry;  Pauline and Frederick, survive him.  The funeral, which will be held Sunday afternoon at 2 o'clock from St. John's German church, of which he was a member, will be under the auspices of the I.O.O.F.  Rev. Buesser will officiate.  --  [Richland Shield & Banner:  11 August 1894, Vol. LXXVII, No. 13]  A post-mortem was held later upon the remains, and ulceration of the stomach was found to be the cause of death.  [Richland Shield & Banner:  18 August 1894, Vol. LXXVII, No. 14]

Bernhardt, George W. -- Sunday.  George W. Bernhardt, infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Peter Bernhardt, of 35 Hammond Street, died Aug. 31st.  The funeral will be held this afternoon at 2 o'clock, Rev. Buesser officiating.  --  [Richland Shield & Banner:  08 September 1894, Vol. LXXVII, No. 17]

Berno, Harry Peter -- Friday.  Harry Peter, son of Edward Berno and wife, of No. 181 Hedges Street, died yesterday afternoon of diphtheria, aged 9 years, 6 months and 22 days.  The funeral occurred at 3 o'clock this afternoon.  --  [Richland Shield & Banner:  23 December 1893, Vol. LXXVI, No. 31]

Berno, Peter -- Peter Berno, an old and respected citizen, died at his home, No. 125 Hedges street, at 2:30 o'clock Saturday morning, aged 61 years, 2 months and 7 days. The deceased had been ill about a year. He was afflicted with paralysis, which trouble resulted in death his morning. Mr. Berno was born at Otterberg, Bavaria, and came to this country when he was 14 years of age. He took up his residence in Mansfield upon his arrival in the United States and has therefore been a resident of the city for about 47 years. He was a member of Mansfield lodge, No. 19, I. O. O. F., Mohican Encampment, No. 13, I. O. O. F. and Canton Mansfield, No. 6. Mrs. Berno's maiden name was Christina Beam and she, with eight children, survives. The children are Albert William, Edward and Charles Berno; Mrs. William Grabler, of Cleveland, Mrs. Claude Cramer, of Logansport, Ind., Mrs. George B. Keirschbaum and Miss Louisa Berno. Mrs. Samuel W. Marshall, of this city is a sister of the deceased. The funeral will take place from the family residence Monday afternoon at 2 o'clock under the auspices of the I. O. O. F. The Rev. Dr. H. L. Wiles will officiate at the service. Mr. Berno was for a long time in the boot and shoe trade, for a number of years with H. M. Weaver & Co., as traveling salesman and later in business for himself in that line, though in recent years associated with his son in the green house cultivation of flowers. He was an honorable and useful citizen, of admirable qualities of heart and mind, well read and thoroughly informed on all topics of the day. In his years of healthful activity he was an earnest worker in all the Odd Fellow organizations, which he was a member, and few were better posted on the work of the order. Submitted by Jean and Faye. [The Mansfield News: March 4, 1899]

Berry, ----  -- Independence.  One of Adam Berry's twin daughters died Monday, aged about ten days.  --  [Mansfield Weekly News:  29 September 1887, Vol. 3, No. 44]

Berry, ---- -- Independence.  [The child of] Mrs. Adam Berry died on Sunday.  The funeral took place from her residence, Monday.  --  [Bellville Star:  11 January 1883, Vol. 6, No. 15]  The original death notice stated that Mrs. Adam Berry had died.  But, a later death notice in the 18 January 1883 issue of the Bellville Star made it clear that it was the child that had died.

Berry, A.M.A. -- DIED -- At Newville, Mother A.M.A. Berry, aged 87 years. -- [THE MANSFIELD HERALD: 21 February 1884, Vol. 34, No. 14]

Berry, Adam -- Adam Berry, one of Monroe Township's old land marks, died Thursday afternoon of last week from typhoid fever, aged between 70 and 80.  Dr. Weil preached the funeral.  Interment was made at the Pleasant Valley church on Saturday, June 14.  -- [Bellville Messenger: 20 June 1902, Vol. X, No. 25]

Berry, Adam -- Adam Berry, one of Monroe Townships old landmarks, died Thursday afternoon of last week from typhoid fever, aged between 70 and 80. Rev. Well preached the funeral. Interment was made at Pleasant Valley Church on June 14. Submitted by Carrol Ann. [BUTLER ENTERPRISE: 20 June 1902]

Berry, Ann Mary (Albright) -- Newville.  Mother Berry, Ann Mary Albright, was born June the 6th., 1797;  was married to Jacob Berry, April 13th., 1823.  The result of this marriage was five sons and four daughters.  All are now living but two sons, one of whom died in his infancy;  the other in the army.  Her mother died when she was six years old.  They came to Richland County and settled at the present place of residence.  Mrs. Berry has been a member of the Lutheran church for over 68 years.  She was buried at the Mt. Olive church, Rev. Kapp conducting the funeral services.  --  [Bellville Star:  14 February 1884, Vol. 7, No. 20]

Berry, Dayton -- Shenandoah.  Dayton Berry, youngest child of C.D. and Addie Berry, died Oct. 8, its death resulting from kidney trouble.  The funeral was held Sunday afternoon, C.S. Cliffe officiating.  --  [Mansfield Semi-Weekly News:  14 October 1898, Vol. 14, No. 85]

Berry, Dora E. -- BELLVILLE - Mrs. Dora E. Berry, 74, a life resident of Bellville, died suddenly Tuesday night at her home on North Huron St. Mrs. Berry was an active member of the Presbyterian church and of the aid societies here. Her husband, Henry died in 1951. Surviving are one son, Dwight, of Fort Worth, Texas; and three grandchildren. Friends may call at the Snyder funeral home, Bellville where services will be held Saturday at 2:30 p.m. with Dr. David N. Roller, pastor of the First Presbyterian church, Mansfield, officiating. Burial will be in Bunker Hill cemetery east of Butler. Submitted by Jean and Faye. [The Mansfield News-Journal, Page 24: Thursday, October 9, 1952]

Berry, Ed T.  -- Ed T. Berry died at his home at Mt. Vernon Tuesday morning, of consumption.  He leaves a wife and one daughter.  The remains were brought to Bellville Thursday for burial.  --  [Butler Enterprise:  20 October 1905, Vol. 17, No. 37]

Berry, Harmon -- Harmon Berry, son of Benjamin Berry, residing about 2 miles north-west of Newville, while playing with another boy last Saturday forenoon, overturned a pile of boards on himself, which crushed his skull and broke his neck.  He was a bright lad and his parents will greatly miss him from in their stricken home.  [Ohio Liberal:  23 May 1877]

Berry, Henry L. -- BELLVILLE - Henry L. Berry, 81, a Bellville resident for many years and a Sunday school teacher there for 50 years, died Sunday at the Woodlawn rest home. He was a member and a retired elder of the Bellville Presbyterian church and taught at a day school near Butler for 15 years. Surviving are his wife, Eudora; one son, Dwight A. Berry, of Fort Worth, Texas; three grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held Tuesday at 3 p.m. at the Snyder funeral home in Bellville with Rev. Stephen A. Muraney, pastor of the Bellville Presbyterian church, officiating. Burial will be in Bunker Hill cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home. Submitted by Jean and Faye. [The Mansfield News-Journal, Page 12: Monday, September 17, 1951]

Berry, Ira S. -- Lucas.  Ira Berry is dead.  Such was the sad intelligence received in our village last Saturday afternoon.  For a number of years Ira was one among us, and a more congenial, whole-souled citizen was no where to be found.  As a teacher in our schools, he was painstaking and had an eye single to duty.  He was esteemed by pupils and parents alike.  About seven years ago he was united in marriage to Miss Mary Rummel, daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Silas Rummel, of this place.  As a husband and father he was held dear in the household.  His remains were brought here from Perrysville at noon, Monday and taken to the Congregational Church, which was filled to overflowing with sorrowing friends, where services were held by the Rev. Dolbeer of Perrysville, who preached an appropriate sermon, after which Masonic services were rendered, when the funeral cortege weaded its way to the I.O.O.F. Cemetery, where all that was mortal of Ira Berry was laid to rest to await the summons of Gabriel's trumpet.  --  [Richland Shield & Banner:  02 February 1895, Vol. LXXVII, No. 38]

Berry, Jacob -- Bellville, Died -- On Saturday, June 5th., Mr. Jacob Berry, at he age of 86 years, 2 months and 9 days.  The funeral took place at Mt. Olive on Sunday, June 6th., conducted by his pastor, Rev. J.F. Sponseller.  --  [Bellville Star:  10 June 1886, Vol. 9, No. 37] 

Berry, Jacob -- Newville.  Died, the 5th. inst., at his home two miles west of Newville, Jacob Berry in his 87th. year.  He was born in Center Co., Penn., March the 26th., 1800 and moved to this country in the year 1820.  He was a man of industrious habits and had accumulated considerable property.  He was the father of nine children, five of whom survive him.  He had 43 grandchildren and 34 great-grandchildren.  He was an active member of the Lutheran church for 70 years and an Elder in the same for 48 years.  He was buried last Sabbath at Mt. Olive Cemetery, Rev. Sponseller conducting the funeral services.  --  [Bellville Star:  17 June 1886, Vol. 9, No. 38 should have been published the week before, but was submitted too late for publication in the 10 June 1886 issue of the paper]

Berry, Louisa (Smith) -- Newville.  Mrs. Benjamin (Berry, Louisa Smith) was born Dec. 25th., 1832, died June 18th., 1886.  She was the mother of ten children, seven of whom survive her.  She has been a member of the church for forty years.  She was buried last Sabbath at Pleasant Valley, Rev. Sikes conducting the funeral services.  --  [Bellville Star:  24 June 1886, Vol. 9, No. 39]  

Berry, Mary -- Mrs. Mary Berry, widow of Eli Berry, died Friday morning at her home in Monroe township, near Hastings, after a long illness. she was about 70 years old and one of the well known and respected residents of that part of the county. Mrs. Berry was the mother of Mrs. Annie Smith, of south Main street, and of Mrs. Mercedes Baker, of South Adams street. Submitted by Jean and Faye. [THE MANSFIELD NEWS, Friday, January 27, 1911]

Berry, William H. -- DIED -- On the 10th. day of May, 1872, WM. H. BERRY, aged 22 years, 3 months and 15 days.  The deceased, at the time of his death, was on a visit with his brother-in-law, Charles Purcell, of Palmyra, Knox Co., O., but was a citizen of this place, and a member of the M.E. Church.  He leaves a wife, mother, brothers and sisters, and a large circle of friends, to mourn his loss -- but not to mourn as those that have no hope.  – [BELLVILLE DOLLAR WEEKLY:  17 May 1872, Vol. 1, No. 12]

Bersinger, Mary Elizabeth -- *Abstract* -- Mary Elizabeth Bersinger, b. Richland County, Ohio June 22, 1860  d. Galion, Ohio on June 28, 1932.    Parents were Israel Lindley and Mahala Barnes;  Married Samuel Bersinger on April 19, 1880;  Children: Clyde of Galion; C.G. of Cleveland; Ora, wife of J. F. Matthews of Marion; Mrs. T.A. Cook of Springfield;  Siblings: Perry Lindley of Blooming Grove; Mrs. James Wilson of Galion;  Burial: Fairview Cemetery.  Submitted by Mike.  [Bucyrus (OH) Telegraph-Forum:  19 June 1932]

Besenti, Anthony -- Mansfield. Anthony Besenti, 66 of 80 Gimble Drive died Saturday afternoon at Peoples Hospital after a brief illness. Born in Mansfield on Oct. 24, 1922, he had been the owner of Oak Park Tavern for more than 30 years. He was a veteran of World War II, serving with the U.S. Air Force. He was a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church, Knights of Columbus 4448, American Legion McVey Post 16, 40 et 8 and AmVets no. 26. He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Joan Figley Besenti; one son, Paul J. of Port Clinton; two stepchildren; four step-grandchildren; and one sister, Mrs. Paul Mako of Conneaut. Calling hours will be at the Geiger-Herilhy Funeral Home today from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral Mass will be offered by the Rev. Tobert Dendinger at St. Mary's Catholic Church at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday. Burial will be in Mansfield Catholic Cemetery. Vigil services will be held at the funeral home Monday at 7:30 p.m. Military services will be conducted at the graveside by the Joint Veterans Council. Memorial contributions may be made to the Cancer Society. Submitted by Linda & Shirley. Typed by Sandy DeLauretis. [Mansfield News Journal:  28 Nov. 1988, page 4A]
 

Bessinger, Margaret. -Mrs. Margaret Bessinger, sister of George Kern, of South Mulberry street, died Saturday morning at her home in Galion.  She had been in failing health since 1885 as a result of an accident, and she was found dead by her daughter.  Mrs. Bessinger was the daughter of Jacob and Katherine Kern, of Mansfield, and was born in Reichenbach, Hesse Darmstadt, Germany, April 23, 1845.  When nine years of age, she came with her parents and took up her residence in Mansfield.  In 1866 she was united in marriage to Phillip Bessinger, then of Windfall.  After residing in that place for a short time, they removed to Galion.  Her husband preceded her in death five years ago.  She is survived by three sons and a daughter, also two brothers and two sisters.  Funeral services were held Monday afternoon by the Rev. Mr. Allwardt.  [The Mansfield News:  Monday, August 2, 1915]

Bevard, Emery -- Emery Bevard who had been making his home for the past four months with Francis Sipe on the O.A. Gass farm, died very suddenly Wednesday afternoon as he was returning home from Mansfield.  He drove to town earlier in the day and at the gate entering the lane leading to the Sipe home he got out of the buggy to open the gate when he dropped over dead.  He had not been feeling well for the past week but had been able to be around nearly all of the time.  Death was due to heart trouble.  Mr. Bevard was a resident of Bloomfield for a number of years and was a stone mason.  He is survived by his wife. Funeral Saturday afternoon at 1 o’clock at the Sipe home.  [Butler Times:  24 September 1909, Vol. XV, No. 48]

Beveridge, O.F. -- Washington.  O.F. Beveridge died at his late residence in the village Monday morning, Aug. 16.  The deceased was about 37 years of age.  He was a member of the Washington brass band, and had been employed to teach in district number one the coming winter.  A wife and two children survive him.  Funeral at Caesarea, Wednesday, at 10 a.m.  [Semi-Weekly News:  17 August 1897, Vol. 13, No. 66]

Beveridge, O.F. -- O.F. Beveridge, formerly in the Wells Fargo express office in this city, died at Barnes Monday morning at 5 o'clock.  He was about 35 years of age and leaves a wife and two children.  funeral Tuesday at 2 p.m.  [Semi-Weekly News:  17 August 1897, Vol. 13, No. 66]

Beveridge, O.F. -- Newville.  Will Limes and mother, attended the funeral of O.E. [sic.] Beveridge at Little Washington, Tuesday.  Mr. Beveridge was raised here and the people were all sorry to hear of his death.  [Semi-Weekly News:  20 August 1897, Vol. 13, No. 67]

Beveridge, "Grandmother" -- Washington.  Grandmother Beveridge died at the home of her son, Ira, one mile west of the village, on Sunday at 3 p.m.  [Semi-Weekly News:  09 November 1897, Vol. 13, No. 90]

Beverstock, A.B. -- A.B. Beverstock, a former well known stock buyer of Shelby, died Monday morning, quite suddenly from heart trouble, an attack of which he suffered while working in a garden.  --  [Plymouth Advertiser:  11 July 1914, Vol. 61, No. 34]

Beverstock, A.B. -- A.B. Beverstock died at his residence at Lexington, last Thursday at 12 m., aged 79 years.  The funeral took place on Saturday at 11:30 a.m.  He lived in Lexington the past fifty years and was in the dry goods business forty years.  --  [Bellville Star:  09 March  1882, Vol. 5, No. 23]

Beverstock, Alice "Allie" Eve -- On Saturday morning, Nov. 15th., 1867, Alice Eve, youngest daughter of J.A. & S.P. Beverstock, aged 18 years.  [Shelby Chronicle:  21 November 1867, Vol. 1, No. 38]

Beverstock, Charles Hulett -- Died, at Lexington, Richland County, Ohio, on Monday, August 26th., 1872, Mr. Charles Beverstock, son of Allen Beverstock.  Mr. Beverstock was a young man highly esteemed, and greatly beloved by all who knew him;  and had many warm friends throughout the county.  He was an active, energetic Christian worker, and left an influence among his fellows, that will not soon be forgotten.  [Shelby Independent News:  29 August 1872, Vol. 4, No. 44]

Beverstock, Charles Hulett -- DIED -- In Lexington, Ohio, August 26th., 1872, after an illness of about six days, Mr. CHARLES HULETT BEVERSTOCK, aged 32 years, 6 months and 25 days.  Mr. Beverstock had been a member of the Presbyterian Church in Lexington for three years and nine months, and Superintendent of the Sabbath School about one year and five months. -- [BELLVILLE DOLLAR WEEKLY: 23 August 1872, Vol. 1, No. 26]

Beverstock, Delilah H. -- Mrs. Delilah H. Beverstock died at 1:30 p.m., Saturday, July 3, at her residence in Lexington, aged 81 years.  She was an aunt of Barney Beverstock of this city.  The cause for her death was paralysis.  She had been confined to her bed for the past four years.  Funeral at Lexington, Monday, July 5, at 11 a.m.  [Semi-Weekly News:  06 July 1897, Vol. 13, No. 54]

Beverstock, Delilah H. -- Lexington.  The Rev. Mr. Thompson officiated, July 5, at the obsequies of Miss Delilah Beverstock, who was aged 81 years, two months and four days and was a sister to Allen B. Beverstock, the pioneer merchant, deceased.  Miss Beverstock was born in Vermont and for nearly 60 years had adorned the social circle of Lexington, by her genial radiant presence.  [Semi-Weekly News:  13 July 1897, Vol. 13, No. 56]

Beverstock, Fred Sr. -- Lexington.  Fred Beverstock, Sr., died Tuesday morning at his home in Lexington.  Mr. Beverstock was born in Lexington and has lived here all his life.  He was 64 year old and is survived by his wife, two sons, Fred Beverstock of Mullin, Nebraska, Frank Beverstock and one daughter, Merry, a teacher in the High School of this place.  Funeral services Thursday morning at 11 o'clock.  --  [Bellville Messenger:  19 October 1906, Vol. 14, No. 38]

Beverstock, Job -- Lexington.  Job Beverstock, an old citizen of this place, who has resided for a while at Tontogany, Wood County [Ohio], died at his residence on last Friday with dropsy and was buried Saturday.  --  [Mansfield Weekly News:  02 June 1887, Vol. 3, No. 27]

Beverstock, Katharine Cover -- LEXINGTON -- Mrs. Katharine Cover Beverstock, wife of A.B. Beverstock, died at her family home in Mansfield last Saturday morning, after a long illness.  Mrs. Beverstock was born October 20, 1874, in Johnsville, and is survived by her husband, two daughters, Mary and Katharine, and a son Allen, all of Mansfield;  two sisters, Mrs. Laura Stofer and Mrs. J.W. Russell and two brothers, J.K. Cover, of Bellville, and U.J. Cover, of Mt. Gilead.  The funeral services were held at the late home Monday afternoon at 2:00, conducted by the Rev. E.M. MacMillen, of the First Presbyterian church of Mansfield, of which Mrs. Beverstock, was an active member.  The remains were brought to Lexington and laid to rest in the Beverstock burial lot in the Lexington cemetery.  Mrs. Beverstock, previous to her marriage, was a teacher in the Lexington high school.  Her marriage took place in 1901.  She was well and favorably known and sympathy is extended to Mr. Beverstock and children in their said bereavement.  [Richland County Leader: 15 April 1921, Vol. 2, No. 18]

Beverstock, Sarah -- SHELBY.  Mrs. Sarah Beverstock, aged 80, mother of Barney Beverstock, of this city, died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Amos Greenleaf, in Tiffin.  The deceased resided here for years and the remains were brought here and interred today.  [Mansfield News:  07 June 1901, Vol. 17, No. 83]

Beverstock, Silas -- Lexington.  Comrade Silas Beverstock, of Conger Post, G.A.R., of Lexington, has responded to the last wild, inspiring call of the bugle.  Death's stern hand fell without premonition on the aged veteran early Sunday morning.  April 3, he was sitting on his chair and was about to take a paper to read when life's mystic chord was suddenly severed.  He had been confined to the house seven months with dropsy, the malady having finally reached his heart.  He was laid to rest Monday afternoon underneath the sad whispering pines and sorrowing drooping willows in the Elysium of the dead, the Lexington Cemetery.  The Rev. Mr. Thompson officiated at the last sad rites and his words of tender pathos assuaged the grief of those who were united with the deceased in sacred kindred ties.  The veterans of the post attested their esteem for Comrade Beverstock by marching in the funeral procession and the American flag, carried by Jacob Shue, a gray-haired hero of many battles, flaunted its radiant inspiring folds to the breeze.  Death is fast depleting the ranks of the post, four comrades having died in eleven months and soon all will have heard the last reveille.  Forty-seven soldiers of the civil war are now only a dim, sad memory that lingers about the cemetery on the hill and their names and deeds should be cherished so long as the spirit of valor and patriotism are exalted.  Comrade Beverstock was born in Richland County, Vermont, 71 years ago, and he grew to manhood among Vermont's historic vernal hills.  He was living in Wood County, Ohio, when he enlisted.  He had lived here since January, 1865.  He was a bachelor and lived at the home of Mrs. Alma Spaulding, his sister.  He was a man of generous impulses and intelligence.  --  [Semi-Weekly News (Mansfield):  12 April 1898, Vol. 14, No. 29]

Bevier, ---- -- Plymouth.  The infant child of William Bevier was buried Tuesday afternoon.  --  [Richland Shield & Banner:  22 September 1894, Vol. LXXVII, No. 19]

Bevier, -- -- Dr. Bevier of Plymouth, died Monday.  He practiced medicine in that place for forty years.  --  [Bellville Star:  27 July 1882, Vol. V, No. 43]

Bevier, Abram (Dr.)

Bevier, Ann -- Mrs. Ann Bevier, one of Plymouth's most highly honored and respected pioneer residents, and who several days ago had the misfortune to break her hip, passed from this life into eternal reward at her home on Broadway, Wednesday evening at 4 o'clock, having rounded out the 97th. year of her age last February.  Her life was one of usefulness, kind and considerate to all, and her good deeds will always be cherished by those who came in daily contact with her.  She was a woman of wonderful vitality and up until the last few days before her death her faculties were as bright as one of half her years.  Her years were well spent, but even though she is gone, her kind deeds will live along forever.  Funeral services will be held from her late home this (Friday) afternoon at 2 o'clock interment to be made in the family lot in Greenlawn Cemetery along side of her husband, who preceded her in death, July 24, 1882.  Obituary next week.  --  [Plymouth Advertiser:  18 July 1914, Vol. 61, No. 35]

BeVier, Arthur -- Arthur BeVier was born in Cass Township, Richland County, April 12, 1841, and departed this life near Plymouth, March 9, 1914, aged 72 years, 10 months and 27 days.  The deceased was married to Caroline Ervin, March 21, 1872.  To them were born three children:  O.E. BeVier of New Haven, Warren J., of Plymouth, and Mrs. C.T. Blake, of Chicago, Ill., who together with two grandchildren, mourn his death.  These with the loving wife and many friends, remain to mourn their loss.  He was the youngest of a family of fourteen children, three of whom are still living, William, Cornelia and James, who reside in Plymouth.  He had been in his usual health until about two weeks ago.  Since that time his family and friends hoped for the best and trusted that his health would be restored.  Deceased possessed many noble characteristics.  He was a kind husband, and a loving father.  His home was his kingdom, and most deeply and sadly will his loss be felt in this circle, where his thoughtfulness and industry have so largely contributed to the comfort of home life.  <scripture omitted> Funeral services were held from his late home, west of Plymouth, on Wednesday afternoon, conducted by Rev. Jesse Wyeth, pastor of the Central M.E. Church of Mansfield, interment being made in Greenlawn Cemetery.  --  [Plymouth Advertiser:  14 March 1914, Vol. 61, No. 17]

Bevier, Cathaime Dulru -- Death has again visited a home in Norwalk taking the last member of a family of five children.  Miss Cathaime Dulru Bevier died Sunday morning at her home, 53 Woodlawn Avenue.   She was born in Plymouth Township, Richland County, Ohio, August 28, 1846, and has been a resident of Norwalk for about 38 years.  She was a member of the Congregational church of this city, since July 6, 1873.  Her thoughtful and sympathetic ways are highly commendable and have a lasting impression upon the minds of all who had the privilege of her association.  Miss Bevier was extremely patient in her last few weeks of suffering.  She is survived by a niece, Miss (illegible) Bevier with whom she made her home, 53 Woodlawn Avenue, Wednesday afternoon at two o'clock and will be conducted by Rev. J.C. Townsend of Wakeman, her former pastor.  --  [Plymouth Advertiser:  17 April 1915, Vol. 62, No. 21 as reprinted from the Norwalk Journal]

Bevier, Clarence -- Clarence Bevier died Monday afternoon at his home, 16 North Diamond Street.  [Semi-Weekly News:  16 November 1897, Vol. 13, No. 92]

Bevier, David

Bevier, Henry Andries €

Bevier, John D. -- DIED -- Near Shiloh, Ohio, on Tuesday, December 19th., 1871, Mr. JOHN D. BEVIER, aged 92 years.  The deceased was afflicted with dropsy for over a year past.  He was a soldier of the war of 1812, under Col. Henry Bloom of the State of New York, and was honorably discharged at Fort Niagara, in September 1813.  At the time of his death he was in the receipt of a pension under the recent act of Congress. – [SHELBY INDEPENDENT NEWS:  28 December 1871, Vol. 4, No. 9]

Bevier, Frank -- DIED -- At Plymouth, August 16th., of paralysis, Frank, infant son of Jackson and Nancy Bevier. -- [THE MANSFIELD HERALD: 28 August 1884, Vol. 34, No. 41]

Bevier, Mrs. Elson

Bevier, Sarah

BeVier, William J. -- William J. BeVier was born in Binghamton, Broom County, N.Y., December 7, 1820, and departed this life March 28, 1914, aged 93 years, 3 months and 21 days.  He was the third of fourteen children, twelve of whom grew to manhood and womanhood.  In 1835, he with his father's family, came to Ohio, where he spent the remainder of his long and useful life.  At the death of his father, deceased took the responsibilities of the family upon his shoulders, and tried to fill his father's place.  When yet a young man he united with the Congregational Church in Plymouth, and remained a faithful Christian to the close of life.  He leaves to mourn his loss one brother, James BeVier, and one sister, Cornelia BeVier, besides a large number of relatives and friends.  He lived a long and useful life, and has left this life to enjoy an eternity of happiness.  His funeral was held Monday afternoon at his home, conducted by Rev. R.H. Balmer, interment being made in Pioneer Cemetery.  --  [Plymouth Advertiser:  04 April 1914, Vol. 61, No. 20]

Bevier, W.N. -- Died, on Saturday the 20th. inst., Mr. W.N. Bevier, of dropsy.  [Plymouth Advertiser: 27 May 1854, Vol. 1, No. 32]

Bevington, Amp. -- Bellville.  The news was received here Saturday of the death of Amp. Bevington, at Pittsburgh, his home.  He was raised in the vicinity of Independence, and married a daughter of Jacob Mock, of the same neighborhood.  --  [Bellville Star:  21 August 1884, Vol. 7, No. 47]

Bevington, Martin -- Deeply impressive were the funeral services of the late Lieutenant Commander Martin Bevington, of the United States Navy, this morning at 10 o'clock at the home of Mrs. Sarah Bevington, mother of the deceased, at 486 West Fourth Street.  The body lay in state from Tuesday afternoon that his many friends might have an opportunity to look upon the face of one whom they had known so well in life before all that was mortal of the lieutenant commander was laid to rest in the city of the dead.  The service this morning was private, attended by the relatives and a few close personal friends.  One of the friends present was Lieut. Commander J.B. Blish, of the United States Navy, a classmate of Lieut. Commander Bevington, at the United States Naval Academy, Annapolis.  they both graduated in 1879.  The casket in which reposed the body of Lieut. Commander Bevington was draped in a silk flag and over it was crossed the officer's sword, and on it place his chapeau.  He was clad in his uniform.  Banked at the edges of the casket were exquisite floral tributes from friends in the city and various parts of the country including personal friends among the officers of the Navy.  On the casket was a very beautiful wreath of orchids and palms.  A number of relatives were present from out of the city for the funeral.  The Rev. Dr. D.J. Meese, of the First Presbyterian church conducted the service and spoke feelingly of the life and character of Lieut. Commander Bevington and his long years of faithful and efficient service in the United States Navy.  The pallbearers were Lieut. Commander J.B. Blish, of Seymour, Ind., J.E. Brown, Dr. W.E. Loughridge, E.D. Baxter, Edward Marshall, Reid Carpenter, William M. Hahn and William Patterson.  The interment was made in the Mansfield Cemetery.  --  [Bellville Messenger:  30 October 1903, Vol. 11, No. 43 as reprinted from the Richland Shield and Banner]

Beyer, ---- -- Butler.  An infant child of Fred Beyer was interred in the Butler Cemetery Sunday.  [Semi-Weekly News:  23 July 1897, Vol. 13, No. 59]

Bickel, Catherine -- Mrs. Catherine Bickel, wife of John Adam Bickel, of 29 Washington avenue, died about 4:30 this morning after a lingering illness. She was born in Germany, Aug. 28, 1853, and has lived in Mansfield for a long period of years. Besides her husband and a daughter, Miss Carrie M. Bickel, she is survived by a brother, Gus Krill, and a sister, Mrs. John Fink, both of this city. She was a faithful and consistent member of St. John's Evangelical church. Funeral services will be held Friday afternoon at 2 o'clock conducted by her pastor, the Rev. G. A. Kienie. Friends invited to funeral, but burial will be private. Submitted by Jean and Faye. [The Mansfield News, Wednesday, September 19, 1917]

Bicker, Christina -- The funeral of Mrs. Christina Bicker, who died Tuesday of last week, took place Thursday afternoon from the residence of her son-in-law, Mr. Charles Spamer, No. 9 Washington Avenue, the Rev. J.B. Jud officiating.  Mrs. Bicker was 77 years of age.  --  [Mansfield Herald:  29 October 1885, Vol. 35, No. 50]

Biddinger, George -- Monday.  George Biddinger died of old age at his home on South Main Street this morning at the age of 84 years.  He leaves a wife.  The funeral will take place Wednesday afternoon.  --  [Richland Shield & Banner:  18 November 1893, Vol. LXXVI, No. 26]

Biddinger, George -- Woodville.  Died, November 13, of old age, George Biddinger, aged 86 years.  Father Biddinger enjoyed good health till the last six weeks of his life, attended to his own little farming and was a well-preserved man for his years.  He was a pioneer of Richland County, well known and esteemed by all who knew him.  He leaves an aged and feeble wife, four sons and two daughters.  His funeral occurred on Wednesday, the 15th., at 2 p.m. from his late residence.  Dr. H.L. Wiles officiating.  Interment in the Mansfield Cemetery.  --  [Richland Shield & Banner:  25 November 1893, Vol. LXXVI, No. 27]

Biddinger, John -- John Biddinger, youngest son of Christ and Nancy Biddinger, was born in Ashland Township, October 29, 1846, and departed this life May 9, 1915, aged 68 years, 6 months and 12 days.  His death came very unexpectedly at the home of his nephew, Mr. Elzia Hoover, west of Plymouth, where he had come several days ago to attend the funeral of his sister, Mrs. Mary Hoover.  He was a man of good habits and will be greatly missed by a large number of relatives and friends.  Funeral services were held from the Hoover home Wednesday, conducted by Rev. Mott, interment being made in the New Haven Cemetery.  -- [Plymouth Advertiser: 15 May 1915, Vol. 62, No. 25]

Biddle, Hazel I. -- b. 8/11/1905;  d. 3/11/1961;  bur. Shauck Cem.  [source:  Memorial booklet on file at Butler / Clear Fork Historical Museum]

Biddle, Mary Margaret Cover -- Mary Margaret Cover, daughter of Daniel and Lydia Cover, was born in Frederick county, Md., April 25, 1834, and departed this life Aug. 28, 1921, aged 87 years, four months and three days.  Her parents moved to Ohio by wagon when she was one year old, settling in Perry township, Richland county.  She was converted and became a member of the United Brethren church when a young woman, and had a continuous membership for more than 65 years.  She was united in marriage with George W. Biddle, Jan. 1, 1860.  To them were born four children -- Rev. T.C. Biddle of Old Fort;  Mrs. H.A. Snyder, Mrs. S.A. Durbin and W.D. Biddle, of Shauck.  Her sickness continued for nearly eight and one-half years during which time she had the best of care by those who loved her.  She was a devoted and loving wife and mother and good neighbor.  She leaves a devoted companion, four children, 21 grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren, two brothers, Wm. Cover of Waterford, and Perry Cover of Los Angeles, Cal., besides many relatives and friends.  The funeral service was held Aug. 30 in the U.B. church at Shauck.  Rev. J.G. Turner, of Osceola, officiated, assisted by Rev. Mr. Allman, of Bellville, and Rev. E.J. Ryan, of Shauck.  The remains were laid in the Shauck cemetery.  [Richland County Leader:  09 September 1921, Vol. 2, No. 39]

Biddle, Mary P. (Aungst) -- Mrs. Mary P. Biddle died Dec. 5, 1901, at the home of her son-in-law, W.W. Green, at Gallatin, Mo., aged 61 years, three months and six days, after a lingering illness with erysipelas.  The funeral took place on Dec. 7.  Mary P. Aungst was born in Richland County, Ohio, Aug. 29, 1840, and was married to Andrew Biddle in 1867.  Three children were born to the union.  Mr. and Mrs. Biddle went to Williams County, Ohio, a few years after their marriage, from whence they later emigrated to Missouri.  Deceased was a sister to C.L. Aungst, and was well known in the vicinity of Bellville and Butler.  --  [Bellville Messenger:  17 January 1902, Vol. X, No. 3]

Biddle, Mrs. George W. -- Mrs. George Biddle, Attorney's Wife, Dies. - Mrs. George W. Biddle of 587 West Third St., Mansfield, died at Manfield General Hospital early tody after an illness of several months. A native of Columbus, she had lived in the area many years. She is survived by her husband, senior member of Beddle, Rader and Matthews law firm: her daighter-in-law, Mrs. George M. Biddle, Perrysville RD 2, and three grandchildren. Services being arranged by the Jones Memorial Home are incomplete. She was a member of the Richland County Bar Association Auxiliary. Submitted by Linda & Shirley. [Mansfield News Journal: Tuesday, April 23, 1963 p.3]

Bidle, Elizabeth -- Tuesday.  Mrs. Elizabeth Bidle, aged 73 years and 17 days, died at her home, 295 East Third St., at 4 o'clock this morning.  She leaves a husband and three children to mourn her death.  The funeral services will be held at St. Peter's Catholic Church Thursday afternoon at 2:30 o'clock.  --  [Richland Shield & Banner:  17 November 1894, Vol. LXXVII, No. 27]

Biebricker, Mrs. Phillip (nee Reinewald) -- Mrs. Phillip Biebricker died at her home in Bellevue Tuesday night.  Deceased was 29 years of age and the eldest daughter of Charles Reinewald, of this city.  [Semi-Weekly News:  01 October 1897, Vol. 13, No. 79]

Biebricker, Mrs. Phillip (nee Reinewald) -- The body of Mrs. Phillip Biebricker, who died Sept. 28 at her home in Bellevue, was brought here Thursday and was buried in the local cemetery.  She was 29 years of age and was the eldest daughter of Charles Rinewald, of this city.  The body was brought here for burial in accordance with a wish which she had expressed.  The body had been buried at Bellevue.  [Semi-Weekly News:  08 October 1897, Vol. 13, No. 81]

Bier, Julia A. -- Mrs. Julia A. Bier, aged 73 years, wife of Levie W. Bier, died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. L.J. Greenewalt, 36 Dawson Av., Wednesday morning at 9:30 o'clock.  Death followed a lengthy illness.  She was born in Baltimore, Md. and came to Mansfield 9 years ago.  Mrs. Bier was a consistent member of the Central M.E. Church of this city and was always very active in every branch of church work.  She is survived by her husband, a daughter, Mrs. L.J. Greenewalt, one son, Elmer of Cleveland; one sister, Mrs. John C. Hayne of Martins Ferry, Oh., and two grandchildren.  Three brothers, Lewis Rentch of Hollywood, Calif., Fred Rentch of Stella, Washington, and George Rentch, of Orlando, Fla.  Funeral services will be conducted by her pastor, the Rev. Otto S. Steel, at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Greenewalt at 36 Dawson Ave., Friday afternoon at 3 o'clock.  Burial will be made in Memorial Park.  The John S. Jones Co. is in charge of the arrangements.  Submitted by Linda & Shirley. (Mansfield News: April 16, 1930 p. 3-6) 

Bierkenrod, Moses -- DIED -- At Plymouth, Dec. 28th., 1883, at the residence of Henry Bachrach, Mr. MOSES BIERKENROD, aged 73 years. -- [THE MANSFIELD HERALD: 10 January 1884, Vol. 34, No. 8]

Bierly, John -- John Bierly, a soldier of the late war and a highly respected citizen responded to the last roll call Thursday morning at the age of 63 years, and joined the army of the silent majority.  He had just arose after an undisturbed night's repose and was sitting in a chair.  Suddenly his head dropped forward and in a few moments he was dead.  The direct cause of Mr. Bierly's demise is thought to be due to the bursting of a small blood vessel.  He had husked corn the previous day and was thought to be in his usual health.  His death was a great shock to the community.  Deceased was a member of an Iowa regiment.  He had been a resident of this county for many years and a member of the Bellville G.A.R. post.  The friends met at the residence at 10 o'clock Saturday and proceeded to the Worthington chapel near Newville, where the funeral services were held, conducted by the Rev. Fitterer, of Butler.  Twenty G.A.R. comrades attended the funeral in a body.  Deceased leaves a sorrowing wife and daughter.  [Bellville Messenger:  25 November 1897]

Bierly, Mrs. John (nee Zellner) -- Mrs. John Bierly nee Zellner. died at her home near Forest Hall school house Monday evening in her 65th year. She had a paralytic  stroke on Tuesday of last week but was able to be around again until Thursday when she received another stroke from which she never rallied. Mrs. Bierly was a member of the United Brethran Church for many years. Funeral services were held at Worthington Chapel conducted by Rev. Fisher of Bellville. She leaves one daughter, one brother, Geo,. Zellner of Mansfield, one sister, Mrs. Eune Smith of Bellville, one half sister Mrs. Orlando Snyder of near Newville, two half brothers, A. Zellner of near Bellville and Delno Zellner of Pittsburg, to mourn the loss of a mother and sister. Her husband died six years ago. Submitted by Carrol Ann.  [unknown paper:  30 July 1903]

Bierly, Mrs. John (nee Zellner) -- Mrs. John Bierly, nee Zellner, died at her home near Forest Hall school house Monday morning in her 65th. year.  She had a paralytic stroke on Tuesday of last week but was able to be around again until Thursday when she received another stroke from which she never rallied.  Mrs. Bierly was a member of the United Brethren church for many years.  Funeral services were held at Worthington Chapel conducted by Rev. Fisher of Bellville.  She leaves one daughter, one brother, Geo. Zellner, of Mansfield, one sister, Mrs. Euna Smith of Bellville, one half-sister, Mrs. Olandus Snyder of near Newville, two half-brothers, A. Zellner of near Bellville, and Delno Zellner of Pittsburg, to mourn the loss of a mother and sister.  Her husband died six years ago.  --  [Bellville Messenger:  23 July 1903, Vol. 11, No. 29]

Biestline, Joseph

Biestline, Joseph -- We have the sad duty to perform the chronicling of another suicide.  About six o'clock Thursday evening, Mr. Joseph Biestline, living about one mile west of Plymouth was found hanging in his barn.  The particulars of the sad occurrences are as follows:  In the morning he complained of not feeling well, and said he would not work that day, but would go to see a neighbor who was ill.  From there he went to the barn, where he laid off his cap, placing a note in it which he had written that morning before leaving the house.  He used a rope about seven feet long;  his hands were found tied behind him, and the rope was adjusted that the knot came at the side of his neck.  He fell about four feet.  It is thought the deed was done about 9 o'clock.  Not coming home at noon, one of the children was sent to the woods where he had been chopping, but he was not there.  In the evening he was found by his wife in the barn as above.  The note left by him read as follows:  "Love to my dearly beloved wife.  Love to my children;  love God and obey your mother.  My love to all my neighbors, I love them all.  My mind has always been very weak.  If I live much longer I am afraid I will be a great deal of trouble to my family and my neighbors.  I have faith in God.  I hope you will forgive me for this.  I can't help it."  The affair is a sad one.  He was about 47 years of age, and leaves a wife and four small children, who have the sympathy of the entire community in this their sad affliction.  --  [Bellville Star:  08 March 1883, Vol. 6, No. 23 as reprinted from the Plymouth Advertiser]

Bigbee, Homer L.

Bigbee, Mrs. George -- Bellville.  Mrs. George Bigbee, an old resident of Perry Township, was buried Sunday.  --  [Bellville Star:  03 July 1884, Vol. 7, No. 40]

Bigelow, Anna Maria

Bigelow, Perkins -- Dr. Perkins Bigelow, whose serious sickness has been a matter of deep concern to the people of this city for the past four weeks, died at 7:30 o'clock last evening.  His death was the result of nervous exhaustion, superinduced perhaps by neuralgia and a partial paralysis of the eye.  Dr. Bigelow was born at Marlboro, N.H., November 11, 1814, and at his death was in his 79th. year.  The boyhood days of Dr. Bigelow were spent on his father's farm until he reached his 18th. year.  He left the farm and for eight years was a dry goods clerk at the home of his youth and at Newark, Ohio.  In 1841 he accompanied a colony of Newark people as far west as Arkansas and the Cherokee nation, but because of sickness he was compelled to return to Newark, where he began the study of medicine.  Dr. Bigelow came to Mansfield in 1847 and engaged in the drug business at the corner of Third and Main Streets, where he continued to do business until he retired, some five years since.  He was numbered with the first citizens of Mansfield from the time of his arrival, and in the early 50's he served two terms as Mayor.  His life was one of rare usefulness and his active interest in all enterprises for the good of our city will be a lasting monument to his worth as a man and citizen.  It was during his term as Mayor that Central park became a beautiful breathing spot and every man, woman and child in this city will bear witness to the wisdom of his course in this matter as well as in all other things concerning the welfare of Mansfield.  The deceased leaves a wife, Mrs. Maria Palmer Bigelow, to whom he was married at Zanesville, Ohio, in 1846, and two children, Mrs. Kate Noble, of Akron, and N.P. Bigelow, of this city.  The funeral will take place from his late residence, at the corner of Third and Mulberry Streets, at 4 o'clock (standard time), Saturday afternoon, Rev. Davies of the Episcopal church, will officiate at the residence, while the Mansfield Masonic Lodge will conduct the services at the cemetery.  The deceased had long been a member of the Episcopal church.  Dr. Bigelow's only brother, Joseph Bigelow, died at the old homestead in New Hampshire about a year ago, while Mrs. C.B. Carter, an only and invalid sister, resides at Fitchburg, Mass.  The following relatives of the family from a distance will attend the funeral:  Mrs. Perkins, of Canton, Mrs. Hugo Schumacher, of Akron, and Willis G. Bowland and wife of Columbus.  --  [Richland Shield & Banner:  05 August 1893, Vol. LXXVI, No. 11]

Bigler, Norma Iona -- Spring Mills.  Emma Dangle, of Wheeling, W. Va., and Mr. Bigler, arrived here last Monday to attend the funeral of Miss Norma Bigler.  --  [Mansfield Semi-Weekly News:  16 December 1898, Vol. 14, No. 103]

Bigler, Norma Iona -- Spring Mills.  The Reaper Death has visited our community and taken away one of our fairest flowers.  Norma Iona Bigler was born Oct. 11, 1885, and died Dec. 10, 1898.  Norma will be sadly missed at home, school and in the community, where her sweet disposition had won the hearts of all who knew her.  She was a kind and dutiful daughter, a loving sister and an obedient scholar, setting a good example for all.  Along the crowded path they bore her pure as the newly fallen snow that covered it whose day had been as fleeting and the old church yard received her in its quiet shade.  The family have the sympathy of the entire community in their sad bereavement.  --  [Mansfield Semi-Weekly News:  16 December 1898, Vol. 14, No. 103]

Bigney, Nettie Caroline -- 63Y;  d. 12/1/1956 at daughter's home, near Ashley, OH  [MNJ 12/2/1956]

Bilestine, Adam -- Shooting himself in the mouth, the ball passing through his head, Adam Bilestine, aged 62, committed suicide Sunday afternoon at his home in Mansfield.  He had been ill for some time.  He left no word for his relatives.  He was well supplied with money.  Coroner Bushnell finding about $1000 in the man's trunk.  He had no family.  [Richland County Leader:  04 June 1920, Vol. 1, No. 26]

Bilestine, Margaret -- Mrs. Margaret Bilestine, of 260 West Fourth Street, died Wednesday evening about 6 o'clock.  The deceased was 84 years of age and the cause of her death was a complication of diseases brought on by old age.  Mrs. Bilestine has been a resident of this city for many years, having come from Germany when but a young woman.  Her husband, Jacob Bilestine, died about thirty years ago and since that time she has been making her home with her children on West Fourth Street.  Four children are now living, of whom Adam, Mary and Kate are of this city, and Mrs. Wheatro, of Kunkel, O.  No definite funeral arrangements have yet been made but will be arranged upon the arrival of Mrs. Wheatro.  [Mansfield News:  02 May 1901, Vol. 17, No. 49]

Billingsley, John Thomas -- 61Y;  d. 6/21/1955 at Wooster, OH (heart attack);  b. 12/30/1893 at St. Clairsville, OH;  bur. Mansfield Cem.  [MNJ 6/22/1955]

Billow, Adam -- Editor and proprietor of the Crestline Advocate, was born in Perry County, Pa., May 8th., A.D., 1821, and died May 22d., A.D. 1876, aged 55 years and 14 days.  Mr. Billow received a fair English education in his early life, and for some years was employed as bookkeeper in some of the Pennsylvania iron works.  In 1854, he commenced merchandizing, and in 1857 moved to Leesville, Crawford County, Ohio, to engage in the grocery and provision trade in which he continued a year or two.  Having the NEWS press then on hand, we tried to persuade him to commence the publication of a paper in Crestline, and in course of several weeks, he accepted of our proposal, purchased our old press, and soon after commenced the publication of the Advocate, though like we in Shelby, with many misgivings at first.  There had been a paper published in Crestline about eight years before, but that was moved to Shelby, and after a year's trial at each place, it ceased.  Mr. Billow, however, soon began to increase his office and built up a very prosperous business getting a new press and enlarging his establishment.  He seemed peculiarly fitted to conduct a country press.  He was original and vivacious, fearless and bold in his utterances, and thus always had something in his paper the people wanted to read whether they liked it or not.  In private life and conversation he was pleasant and agreeable;  but in his columns oftimes scathing and severe.  He leaves a wife, two sons and two daughters surviving him.  The Advocate will in all probability go on as usual, under charge of his son.  Funeral services were held in the Lutheran church, conducted by the pastor Rev. H.K. Fenner, after which his remains were deposited in Crestline cemetery.  [Shelby Independent News:  08 June 1876, Vol. 8, No. 33]

Billow, Anna Susan (Ensminger) €

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Billstein, Moses -- Death, in its never ceasing harvest once more has invaded our midst and garnered his sheaf of life in the person of one of our aged and most highly respected residents.  Moses Billstein, who was called to cross the Great Divide to join those who had passed on before and to await the coming of other beloved ones in the grand family reunion, when all have fulfilled their mission in this span of life and joined the pilgrims in the next step in their pilgrimage to the fountain of everlasting life.  Although not being in the best of health for the past few years, his death came as a surprise at his home on North Street, Tuesday afternoon, having up until a few hours previous been feeling as well as ordinarily.  Mr. Billstein was a man well advanced in life, having attained the ripe age of 80 years.  He was a very active man, and was widely known throughout this section of Ohio, as his vocation, that of a stock and wool buyer, took him into many homes, where he was always greeted with much hospitality.  Funeral services were held from his late home Thursday forenoon, and the burial, which was made in the family lot in Greenlawn Cemetery, was made with Masonic honors, he being a member of the local lodge and in point of years its most aged member.  --  [Plymouth Advertiser:  07 November 1914, Vol. 61, No. 51]

Billstein, Sarah -- This community was deeply grieved and shocked Wednesday morning by word received from Chicago announcing the death of Miss Sarah Billstein, daughter of our venerable townsman, Moses Billstein, which occurred at the home of her sister, Mrs. E.J. Stransky, in the above city, at an early hour, on the above morning, to which place she had gone early in October to take treatment for cancer of the stomach.  Deceased was a lady of much intelligence, and was well known throughout this section, having with the exception of a few years, spent all her life in Plymouth, where she was always greatly respected as a citizen and member of social circles.  The sympathy of our entire population goes out to the aged and bereaved father, brother and sisters.  The remains were brought here Thursday and the funeral services were held from the home corner North and Portner Streets, this (Friday) morning at 10 o'clock.  --  [Plymouth Advertiser:  03 January 1914, Vol. 61, No. 7]

Billstein, Stella -- When death comes and takes the one next to us, as it were, and we see the vacant place which as the days go by is vacant still, we struggle to realize the thing that has happened.  We taste the loneliness the like of which is found no otherwhere and we can think, night or day of nothing but the loss of the one whom we saw so recently beside us.  As the face and form pass into a remembrance, that which is the real substance after all, comes out in clear relief and lives to fill our hearts.  Miss Billstein, who passed from this life on the last day of the old year was born in Plymouth;  went to school in Plymouth;  taught in Plymouth, and spent much of her life there.  This is not in itself remarkable, but that she should have become a woman of such high mental attainments, such vigor of thought and feeling, such reliable judgment and such a capable business woman through her own and to some extent unaided efforts is not less than wonderful, and when in company with all this and through all the stress of business life in a city, amid all the blows dealt at sentiment, she should have preserved a heart so gentle that no human creature nor dumb animal ever appealed to it in vain, adds to the wonder.  --  [Plymouth Advertiser:  17 January 1914, Vol. 61, No. 9]

Binehowen, Simon

Binehower, Mrs. -- Saturday.  Mrs. Binehower, who lived four miles north of the city, in Franklin Township, died this morning at 3 o'clock and the funeral will be held at Clay church tomorrow at 10 a.m.  Services will be conducted by Rev. Dr. H.L. Wiles.  --  [Richland Shield & Banner:  26 January 1889, Vol. LXXI, No. 36]

Bingner, Henry -- Monday.  Henry Bingner died at his home in Steubenville, Saturday night, at the age of 78 years.  The remains and also those of the deceased's wife were brought to this city at 1:10 this afternoon and interred in the Mansfield Cemetery.  Mr. Bingner leaves five children, three daughters and two sons:  Mrs. J.C. Lindsey, Mrs. G.M. Kemp, Mrs. Samuel Burson and Samuel Bingner, all of this city, and a son who lives in Denver.  --  [Richland Shield & Banner (Mansfield, Richland Co., Ohio):  04 November 1893, Vol. LXXVI, No. 24]

Bird, Charley -- Two persons, a Miss Adams, aged between 50 and 60, and an 8-year old boy, named Charley Bird, were asphyxiated by gas from a gas stove, at 69 West Fourth Street, Mansfield, last Thursday night.  They were both found on the same bed with their clothes on the next day and it is supposed they only laid down to rest and fell asleep with the above result, as they were the only occupants of the house at the time.  --  [Worthington Enterprise:  18 September 1890, Vol. II, No. 42]  *A more extensive article regarding this accident can be found in the 20 September 1890 edition of the Richland Shield & Banner.

Bird, Emma K. -- Emma K. Bird, daughter of Mr. & Mrs. William Bird, died at Mansfield, Ohio, at 7 a.m., November 15, 1884, aged 20 years, 6 months and 22 days. The funeral took place from the residence of her parents at No. 93 South Main Street, Mansfield, Ohio, Monday, November 17th., at 2 o'clock p.m. -- [THE MANSFIELD HERALD: 20 November 1884, Vol. 35, No. 1]

Bird, Mrs. William -- Tuesday -- Mrs. William Bird died at her home, 154 South Main Street at 1 o'clock this afternoon. The arrangements for the funeral have not been determined. Later in the same paper ... Wednesday -- The funeral services of Mrs. William Bird will be held at the residence Thursday afternoon at 2 o'clock. The burial will be private. -- [RICHLAND SHIELD & BANNER: 14 March 1896, Vol. LXXVIII, No. 44]

Bird, Sharpless E. -- After an illness of several months and following an unconscious condition that had lasted several days, Sharpless E. Bird died Monday evening, March 29 at 9 o'clock.  Sharpless E. Bird, son of the late William Bird, was born Dec. 20, 1844, and spent the whole of his life in this city.  He was married July 4, 1869, to Miss Elizabeth Vonhof, daughter of Louis Vonhof.  To them were born five children, of whom two daughters, Ollie and Jennie are living.  For a number of years he was landlord of the old St. James hotel and for a number of years has been the landlord of the Vonhof.  In addition to the management of the hotel, Mr. Bird was for a number of years engaged in the hardware and queensware trade as proprietor of the store now owned by Guthrie, Cru__mey & Hine.  He was also president of the Mansfield Gas Light company and president of the Mansfield Electric Light and Power company.  Mr. Bird was a Mason of many years standing, a member of the blue lodge, as also of Mansfield Commandery, Knights Templar.  He was also a member of Mansfield Lodge No. 56, B.P.O.E.  Though not of robust health for a number of years past, Mr. Bird was active in business, giving his attention to his varied business interests with great assiduity and during the past year superintended the erection of the splendid Bird building which occupies the greater part of the site of the old Wiler House.  While not of demonstrative nature, Mr. Bird was of a genial and companionable disposition and was highly esteemed by a large circle of acquaintances.  As a citizen he was public spirited and ever ready to do his full share for the advancement of the welfare of the city and without ostentation dispensed numerous charities.  Though a comparatively young man, and always seeming younger than he was, he for many years has been classed among Mansfield's energetic, progressive citizens and by his death the city and community loses a valued resident.  [Semi-Weekly News:  30 March 1897, Vol. 13, No. 26]  *An additional obituary appears in the 02 April 1897 edition of the Semi-Weekly News (Vol. 13, No. 27).  If you are researching this line, you can request a photocopy from the Mansfield/Richland Co. Public Library for a small fee.

Bird, William -- William Bird, aged 82, one of our most prominent citizens, died at his residence on South Main Street, at 12:30 this morning, of apoplexy.  Mr. Bird was around as usual yesterday, but during the afternoon complained of feeling badly and retired to his room.  He rapidly grew worse until shortly after midnight, when he peacefully slept his life away.  Mr. Bird was born in Shamokin, Penn., in 1809, and removed with his family to this county in 1866.  He was well and favorably known by all the old residents of the city and county and has been for many years a familiar figure in the community.  His death adds another to the long list of venerable citizens who have passed away within a short time and warns us of the flight of years.  He leaves a wife, eight sons and four daughters to mourn his death.  On account of a number of the relatives living, at a distance the funeral services will be held at the residence next Monday afternoon, at 2 o'clock, Rev. D.J. Meese, officiating, after which the remains will be interred in the Mansfield Cemetery.  -- [Richland Shield & Banner:  09 May 1891, Vol. LXXIII, No. 51]

Bird, William -- The funeral services of the late William Bird were held at the family residence on South Main Street, at 2 o'clock this afternoon, Rev. D.J. Meese officiating.  A large number of relatives and friends from abroad were present, among them the following:  Mrs. Robert Burns, a daughter of the deceased, of McPherson, Kansas;  Mrs. Henry Talmage, a sister, of Mt. Gilead [Morrow Co., Ohio]; Wm. Bird, son, accompanied by his wife, Charles C. Bird, son, accompanied by his wife, Burgess McElroy and wife, Daniel and Bessie Bird, grandchildren, and Daniel Bird, all of Mt. Vernon [Knox Co., Ohio],  Mrs. McCracken and Mrs. M. Talmage, Mt. Gilead;  A. Bird, accompanied by a son and daughter, and Monnie Bird and wife, Lucas;  Mrs. Braden and sister, Canton;  W.K. Bruce and Mr. & Mrs. Swingley, Mt. Gilead;  John Simpson and wife, Bellville.  The funeral was a very large one.  The floral offerings were numerous and beautiful.  -- [Richland Shield & Banner:  09 May 1891, Vol. LXXIII, No. 51]

Birely, "Mother" -- Independence.  Old Mother Birely was buried at Easterly Church last Sunday, being 77 years old.  Services were conducted by Rev. Hoffenhines, of which she was a consistent member for over forty years.  --  [Bellville Star:  30 August 1883, Vol. 6, No. 48]

Birmelin, Fred J.  -- Fred J. Birmelin, who had his back broken Saturday afternoon at the Aultman-Taylor company's boiler shop, died Monday a.m. at 6:30 o'clock at his home on Harker Street.  --  [Semi-Weekly News (Mansfield):  39 March 1898, Vol. 14, No. 25]

Birmelin, George -- George Birmelin, 71, of 918 Belmont Ave., died Sunday following an extended illness.  He was born Aug. 24, 1888, in Mansfield where he spent his entire life.  He had been a foreman in the machine shop at Empire-Reeves Steel Corp. for 37 years, retiring in March 1958.  He was a member of St. Mark’s Lutheran church.  Surviving are his wife, Mrs. Augusta Bell Birmelin; four sons, Russell, Robert, Edward and Paul; two daughters, Mrs. Edward Corey and Mrs. Delmar Heichel; 10 grandchildren, six great-grandchildren; a brother, Charles, and two sisters, Mrs. Fred Eichler and Mrs. Elizabeth Schutera, all of Mansfield.  The body is at the Wappner Funeral Home where services will be conducted Wednesday at 3:30 p. m. by his pastor, the Rev. Andrew Rolik.  Burial will be in Mansfield Memorial Park.  Friends may call at the funeral home starting this evening.  Submitted by Steve B.  [Mansfield News-Journal (Mansfield, Ohio) Monday, January 11, 1960 p5, col4]

Birmingham, David -- 69, former Mansfielder;  died at Long Lake, MI;  burial at Mansfield Cemetery.  [full obituary - Mansfield News Journal:  22 August 1958]

Birmingham, Edward -- Tuesday.  The funeral of Edward Birmingham, the young man accidentally killed on Sunday near Spring Mill, took place today at 10 o'clock, interment in the Mansfield cemetery.  Dr. Wiles officiated at the funeral.  --  [Richland Shield & Banner:  19 January 1889, Vol. LXXI, No. 35]

Birmingham, Edward -- Bellville.  Edward Birmingham, an Irishman, aged about 24 years, was accidentally shot and killed on Sunday afternoon on the Crooks farm 4 miles north of Mansfield.  --  [Bellville Star:  17 January 1889, Vol. 12, No. 16]

Bisel, ---- -- Bellville.  The 2-year-old son of Clem Bisel, east of town, fell in the spring and was drowned Sunday afternoon.  The funeral was held Tuesday afternoon at 2 o'clock.  Interment at Four Corner's church.  --  [Semi-Weekly News (Mansfield):  28 June 1898, Vol. 14, No. 54]

Bisel, Lorin Gilbert

Bisel, Samuel -- DIED -- SAMUEL BISEL was born September 11th., 1799;  died July 22nd., 1876, aged 76 years, 10 months and 11 days.  The deceased was an old citizen of Perry Township, Richland County, and was followed to the grave by a large concourse of relatives and friends.  -- G.I.C.  -- [Bellville Weekly:  28 July 1876, Vol. V, No. 17]

Bisell, Abraham -- BISELL -- On Tuesday morning, November 21st., 1870, ABRAHAM BISELL, aged about sixty two years. He was a member of Co. H, 64th. Reg't., O.V.I. [SHELBY INDEPENDENT NEWS: 24 November 1870, Vol. 3, No. 4]

Bish, Everett H. - Everett H. Bish, 75, of 528 Ashland Rd., retired employee of the Mansfield Tire & Rubber Co., died Monday afternoon in Mansfield Memorial Homes after an extended illness.   Mr. Bish was born in Findlay on Jan. 18, 1902, and lived here most of his life. He retired from Mansfield Tire 10 years ago.   He was past president of the Fraternal Order of Eagles, a former member of the Loyal Order of Moose and attended the Lincoln Heights Gospel Chapel.   Surviving are his wife Mrs. Mamie (Santonas) Bish, one son, Donald of Jacksonville, Fla., and four grandchildren.   Services will be conducted at the Finefrock Funeral Home Thursday at 1:30 p.m. by Fred Holdsworth of the Lincoln Heights gospel Chapel. Burial will be in Mansfield Memorial Park. Friends may call Wednesday afternoon and evening Submitted by Linda & Shirley. Typed by Bev Craig. (Mansfield News Journal: Tuesday, 29 November 1977, p. 5)

Bishop, ---- -- SPRING MILLS -- James Bishop buried his daughter Monday, Mar. 16. -- [RICHLAND SHIELD & BANNER: 21 March 1896, Vol. LXXVIII, No. 45]

Bishop, Jessie -- 68Y;  d. 4/24/1956 at Mansfield Gen. Hosp.;  b. at Galion, OH:  Mansfield resident 1909-1956;  wid/o Floyd W.;  bur. Mansfield Cem.  [MNJ 4/25/1956]

Bishop, John -- DIED, Near Ontario, Aug. 25, aged 83 years and six months, John Bishop.  The funeral of the deceased took place Aug. 26 conducted by the Rev. G.M. Kemp.  He was born in the Shenandoah Valley, Virginia, and came with his parents to Ohio when he was one year old.  When he was about fourteen years old, he came to Richland County and has lived in Richland and Knox Counties ever since, with the exception of three years spent in Missouri.  He was twice married, first to Zenith Delong and second to Abigail Gant.  His first marriage was in 1824 and the second in 1841.  The fruits of these marriages were twenty-one children, thirteen sons and eight daughters.  Eight by the first wife and thirteen by the second.  Ten sons and four daughters survive him.  He has seventy-three grandchildren, forty-five great-grandchildren, and one great-great-grandchild.  He was a life long member of the Christian church and lived and died a devoted disciple of Christ, faithful as a husband, affectionate to his children and respected by his neighbors.  He was a man of convictions and never sacrificed them for pecuniary advantage.  On the contrary he sacrificed much of this world's goods in order that he might enjoy peacefully his political and religious preferences.  A staunch Republican and patriotic unionist, he removed to a neighborhood where he could freely express his convictions without molestation.  A large concourse of friends followed his remains to their last resting place.  --  [Mansfield Weekly News:  01 September 1887, Vol. 3, No. 40]

Bishop, Mrs. -- Bloominggrove.  Mrs. Bishop died Friday night at the home of her son, Samuel Bishop, three miles south of the village.  She was between 75 and 80 years of age, was a respected citizen and a good neighbor.  She leaves five sons and two daughters.  The funeral was held in the M.E. Church at Bloominggrove, Sunday, services conducted by Dr. McFarland, assisted by the Rev. Gay, of Ontario.  [Semi-Weekly News:  05 February 1879, Vol. 13, No. 11]

Bishop, Mrs. John -- The wife of John Bishop, who lives on the Crestline road about five miles west of town, died Monday afternoon.  The funeral services took place Wednesday at 10 o'clock a.m., at the house.  Interment at the U.P. Church in Ontario.  --  [Mansfield Herald:  31 December 1885, Vol. 36, No. 7]

Bishop, Nancy -- Tuesday.  Nancy Bishop, wife of Joseph Bishop, of this city, died last Saturday and was buried yesterday afternoon.  The funeral services were conducted by Rev. N.S. Albright.  The deceased was 58 years old.  --  [Richland Shield & Banner:  13 September 1890, Vol. LXXIII, No. 17]

Bishop, William -- Wednesday.  Wm. Bishop, formerly of Newville, but later a resident of North East Diamond street, died at his home yesterday afternoon, aged about 70 years.  The deceased was a member of Co. F., 82d. regiment O.V.I., during the late war and all old soldiers and members of McLaughlin Post are requested by the Commander to meet at G.A.R. Hall at 2 p.m. tomorrow to attend the funeral.  --  [Richland Shield & Banner:  02 August 1890, Vol. LXXIII, No. 11]

Bissman, Charley -- Charley, son of P. Bissman, died Saturday morning of diphtheria, aged 7 years. The funeral took place Monday afternoon at 2 o'clock. -- [THE MANSFIELD HERALD: 11 December 1884, Vol. 35, No. 4]

Bissman, Harry -- Harry Bissman, son of Mr. & Mrs. Peter Bissman, died Wednesday night, of diphtheria. -- [THE MANSFIELD HERALD: 01 January 1885, Vol. 35, No. 7]

Bissman, Helen Augusta Foltz -- w/o John J.;  burial at Mansfield Cemetery.   [full obituary -- Mansfield News Journal 8/25/1958]

Bissman, Lulu -- DIED -- In Mansfield, September 2d., LULU, daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Peter P. Bissman, aged 10 years, 10 months and 12 days. The funeral took place from the residence of her parents, on West Market Street, on Tuesday afternoon, Sept. 4th., at 4 o'clock. [MANSFIELD HERALD: 06 September 1883, Vol. 33, No. 42]

Bissman, Michael -- BISSMAN -- At his residence on South Water street, in this city, on the morning of the 2d. inst., Michael Bissman, father of Jacob and Peter Bissman, aged 77 years, 4 months and 25 days.  [Ohio Liberal:  10 September 1884, Vol. 12, No. 22]

Bissman, Michael -- Michael Bissman died September 2, 1884, aged 77 years, 4 months and 25 days. He was born in Bermerrhien, Hesse Darmstadt near Worms, Germany. He emigrated to this country June 24, 1853, and arrived at Mansfield September 4, 1853, after a journey of 72 days on lad and water. This was the course before the days of steam ships. He was married to Louise Rhinehart to whom 9 children were born of which 4 now survive, namely Jacob Bissman and Peter Bissman, both now respected citizens of Mansfield, Catharine Bissman married to Valentine Sheriff and is now living in Ashland County near Haysville, Lena Bissman married to Geo. Schuster and now residing at Cleveland. The first of their children to depart from them was Gertrude, who died of typhoid fever the first year after landing in this country and is buried near Ashland. The second to leave was Mary, married to John Bauer, residing in Kansas. She is buried near Kansas City. George was next. He died in the army in one of the hospitals near Natchez, Mississippi. He was a member of Company F, first regiment Kansas Volunteers, and he participated in many a hard fought battle. Six hundred of his regiment were killed and wounded in the battle of Wilson Creek, Mo. Among those who fell was their gallant commander General Leyon. Henry Bissman, the oldest, died of yellow fever in Memphis, Tenn., in 1878, and is buried there. Phillip the youngest, who remained at the old homestead until his death, which is situated in Ashland County near Mifflin, died in 1879 of pneumonia and is buried in the Mansfield Cemetery. The father who now has departed to meet those who have gone before has lived on his farm for 27 years, struggling from year to year to support his family, meeting with fair success. He was buried from his late residence, No. 20 South Water Street, on Thursday last with all the children present, who followed him to his last resting place in the Mansfield Cemetery. He has been failing for the last two and one half years and the last year has become so helpless that he was a very great burden on the widow who now survives him one year his senior. Thus one by one the mighty army increases on the other side of the River. -- [THE MANSFIELD HERALD: 11 September 1884, Vol. 34, No. 43]

Bissman, Otto

Bistle, Catharine -- DIED -- On March 22, 1871, Mrs. CATHARINE BISTLE, widow of Abraham Bistle, deceased.  She was born in Frederick Co., Md., October 3, 1803, and died near Mt. Gilead, Morrow County, Ohio, March 22, 1871, aged 67 years, 5 months and 19 days.  She was on a visit to see one of her daughters at the time of her death.  Her remains were brought to Shelby, and laid in the Oakland Cemetery, there to wait the resurrection of the just.  [Shelby Independent News:  30 March 1871, Vol. 3, No. 22]

Bittinger, Hannah Sells -- Mrs. Hannah Sells Bittinger died yesterday at her home in Bellville after a lingering illness.  She was 76 years of age, and is survived by three brothers and a sister.  Funeral services will be held Friday afternoon at 1 o’clock at the Bellville Lutheran church, conducted by the Rev. J. Frank Marlatte.  Interment will be in the Perrysville cemetery. [The Mansfield News: Thursday, 5 June 1919]

Bittinger, Mary -- Wednesday -- Mrs. Bittinger died at her home on Bowman Street, Thursday, aged about 85 years. Funeral will be held Thursday at 1 p.m. [RICHLAND SHIELD & BANNER: 07 November 1896, Vol. LXXIX, No. 26]

Bittinger, Mary -- Mrs. Mary Bittinger died at the home of her son-in-law, George Steel, at 616 North Bowman Street, Nov. 3, aged 86 years.  Funeral from her late residence at 1 o'clock Thursday afternoon.  The Rev. H.L. Wiles will preach the funeral sermon.  She leaves two daughters, Mrs. George Steel and Mrs. Daniel Black, and four sons, James, George, Daniel and John.  [Semi-Weekly News:  06 November 1896, Vol. 12, No. 90]

Bittner, Theresa. - Theresa, the one-year-old daughter of Mr. And Mrs. Peter Bittner, died Thursday at the home of her parents, 12 Second avenue.  The funeral was held Friday afternoon at 2 o’clock at the Catholic church.  Submitted by Jean and Faye.  [The Mansfield News:  Friday, March 28, 1913]

Bixler, Lavina Van Dorn -- Mrs. Lavina Van Dorn Bixler was born April 25, 1823 in Washington township, Richland County, Ohio, and died Jan. 4, 1904, aged 80 years, 8 months and 9 days.  The deceased was united in marriage to Samuel Bixler March 28, 1844 and to them were born three children, the son Sherman W. Bixler, who now resides on the home farm, and two daughters, Mrs. Clara J. Drew of near Mt. Gilead, Morrow county, Ohio, and Mrs. Mary E. Walker of near Lexington, Ohio.  She also leaves four grandchildren, Mrs. Cora Whisler, Jennet Bixler and Charley and Orley Walker and one great-grandchild Lester Bixler.  She was the eldest of thirteen children born to Cornelius and Mary Wilkinson Van Dorn, seven of whom are still living to mourn their great loss.  She was a kind, tender, and loving mother and a true friend.  She united with the Methodist church in her girlhood days.  Being of a very domestic nature, she seldom went beyond her own circle of friends, relatives and neighbors.  Mother Bixler was very active and energetic, caring for herself as far as practicable and never allowing anyone to do for her what she could do for herself, although she greatly depended <<remaining portion illegible>>.   [Butler Enterprise:  15 January 1904]

Bixler, Samuel -- Bellville.  Another one of the pioneers of this vicinity ha been laid to rest.  Mr. Samuel Bixler after a long illness died last Saturday morning aged 72 years, 7 months and 29 days.  Mr. Bixler was born near Reisterstown, Baltimore County, Md., and moved to  this place in 1833, where he made his home till the time of his death.  The funeral took place from his late residence one mile southwest of Bellville on Monday at one o'clock and was conducted by Rev. Austin Philpott of the M.E. Church.  --  [Bellville Star:  02 December 1886, Vol. 10, No. 10]

Bixler, Samuel -- Died, on Saturday, November 27th., Samuel Bixler, aged 72 years, 7 months and 29 days.  The deceased was born in Frederick County, Md., March 28th., 1814, where he lived until he was 19 years old, when he came to Ohio with his parents.  They entered a quarter section of land near Johnsville.  While still a boy he served an apprenticeship of five years to a tailor.  In 1835 he walked back to Baltimore to visit his old home and friends and remained there two years.  After two years at home he paid another visit to his old home, this time going by stage.  In 1840 he returned and started a tailor shop in a building where the Armentrout and Rummel building now stands where he carried on a very successful business.  He was married to Lovina VanDorn, daughter of Cornealus VanDorn, in 1844 and bought the property which Rob't. Lanham now owns.  In 1850 he admitted Jackson Moore as a partner in his business and for 10 years they did business together when Mr. Bixler disposed of his interest to W.H. Elston.  He then bought the farm known as the Doty farm situated one mile south-west of Bellville and moved there hoping to improve his health.  Ten years ago his health failed him and he gave the management of his farm to his son-in-law, Mr. Edd Walker.  From that time on he did but little work but was too restless to remain at home without work, so but few days passed that he did not come to town if the weather permitted.  He made his last trip to town on election day in 1884.  From that time he was confined to the house nearly all the time.  Last August he was injured by a fall which prostrated him and confined him to his bed till the time of his death.  Every care and attention was paid to him to make his last years as comfortable as possible, by his family and many friends.  He leaves a wife and three children, one son and two daughters.  Mr. Bixler was always a kind and considerate husband and father, and an upright honest business man, doing by others as he would with to be done by, taking the bible as his guide through life, believing that his reward would be an eternal home.  --  [Bellville Star:  09 December 1886, Vol. 10, No. 11]

Black, ---- -- Ontario.  The young child of Mrs. Ina Black died, Aug. 3, with scarlet fever.  [Semi-Weekly News: 10 August 1897, Vol. 13, No. 64]

Black, David -- 66Y;  d. 1/18/1954 at Crile Hosp., Cleveland, OH;  WWI;  No living relatives;  bur. at Nickle, KY   [MNJ 1/18/1954]

Black, F. Lloyd -- 71Y;  d. 9/14/1955 at home, Shiloh;  b. 2/18/1884 at Cass Twp.  [MNJ 9/14/1955]

Black, Frank B. -- Frank B. Black, of whose serious illness mention has previously been made, died Sunday afternoon at 3 o'clock at the home of his mother, Mrs. Fred F. Black, 261 West Bloom Street.  For more than a year he has been a clerk in the city office at Toledo of P.F. division freight agent;  J.M. Steenberg having been appointed to that position in Feb., 1897.  for three years previous to that time he was a clerk in the Pennsylvania freight office in this city.  He w as born in this city Sept. 4, 1875 and has a host of friends among young and old.  He came home several weeks ago from Toledo to rest up and was taken ill two weeks ago, from a general breaking down of the system.  It was thought last week that he was recovering, but Friday night he had a relapse and grew steadily worse until he died.  Funeral services Tuesday afternoon at 3 o'clock, conducted by the Rev. H.L. Wiles.  --  [Semi-Weekly News (Mansfield):  24 May 1898, Vol. 14, No. 44]

Black, Frederick -- Bangor.  Frederick Black, after an illness of several months with heart trouble, died Saturday morning at the advanced age of 73 years, 10 months and 15 days.  He leaves a wife, two sons and three daughters.  A wife and one daughter preceded him.  The funeral took place Monday morning conducted by the Rev. Gay, of Chesterville.  Interment in the Pleasant Grove Cemetery.  --  [Bellville Messenger:  24 March 1905, Vol. 13, No. 9]

Black, Frederick Amos -- On July 23, 1885, at the residence of his son, J.D. Black, in Allen Township, Noble Co., Ind., Mr. Frederick Amos Black departed this life, aged 71 years, 11 months and 22 days.  The deceased was born in the State of Maryland.  He came with his parents to Richland Co., Ohio, in 1833.  He was united in marriage to Miss Sophia Shaffer, daughter of Mr. Frederick Shaffer of Richland Co.  Miss Shafer was an excellent lady.  Their union was blessed with six children, four daughters and two sons yet living.  In the fall of 1845 Mr. Black, with his family, moved to Jefferson Township, Noble Co., Ind., where they commenced in the thick timbered land to clear up a farm for their future happiness, and well did they succeed in their efforts until November, 1850, when Mrs. Black was taken sick and died.  That was a time of sorrow and sadness for Mr. Black, left alone with six children all too young to assist the father.  But not discouraged, Mr. Black stood upon his manhood, and by industry and economy reared these children to honor and respectability, and to his honor it may be said he never sought a second companion.  But, like all men, he had his seasons of sadness.  He buried two daughters, who were the most pious and devoted Christian ladies the community afforded.  As far as they were known they were esteemed and beloved for their work's sake.  Our deceased friend was a respected citizen of our county, well and favorably known, so much so that his fellow citizens honored him with the office of County Commissioner, which office and its duties he discharged with fidelity and honor to himself and his fellow men, as well as other minor trusts.  For nearly forty years he labored to build up the interest of his county.  Many will say "I have lost a friend in the death of Mr. Black"  This was evidenced by the large concourse of friends and neighbors at his funeral.  The writer observed more old citizens at his funeral than any he has attended in this county.  All could bear testimony that a good citizen has fallen.  Peace be to his ashes and rest to his soul!  His funeral was preached from the text recorded in the 90th. Psalm, 10 verse.  --  [Bellville Star:  06 August 1885, Vol. 8, No. 45 as reprinted from the Kendallville (Ind.) Standard]

Black, Frederick Amos -- Frederick Amos Black quietly passed away at his home in Perry Township, Richland County, Ohio, Mar. 18, 1905, aged 73 years, 10 months and 15 days.  He was born in Lancaster County, Pa., May 3, 1831, being the eldest of a family of seven children.  The funeral took place at his home on Monday, Mar. 20, at 10 a.m., conducted by Rev. C.M. Gay of Chesterville.  Interment was made at Pleasant Grove Cemetery.  At the age of five years he with his parents moved to Ohio and settled in Perry Township, Richland County, where he has resided ever since.  In the year 1859 he was united in marriage to Harriet Drake, who preceded him to the spirit land in 1872.  To this union were born three children, one son and two daughters.  In the year 1875 he was again united in marriage to Rebecca McQuistion and to this union were born three children, one son and two daughters.  He leaves a wife, five children and ten grandchildren, to mourn their loss.  Mary Alice, the eldest of the family, preceded him to the spirit land, Mar. 3, 1903.  The deceased was a man of sterling integrity, known for his uprightness and honest dealings with his fellow man, and always trying to do unto others as he would have them do unto him.  --  [Bellville Messenger:  24 March 1905, Vol. 13, No. 9]

Black, Frederick F.  -- Frederick P. Black, the well known engineer of the P.F. shifter, dropped dead at about 5 o'clock p.m., July 6.  He got off his engine for a moment and was walking up the track opposite the P.F. depot.  He called to one of the clerks at the depot and in an instant fell to the ground.  He died in a very few moments after he was carried into the depot.  Dr. J.W. and Dr. J.H. Craig were called but arrived too late.  The physicians pronounced the death due to apoplexy.  The remains were carried to his residence on Maude Ave. by a party of employees.  The deceased was a son-in-law of Ex-Auditor Jonas Smith and leaves a wife and three small sons.  He was a member of the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers.  He was well known and highly respected.  The deceased was thirty-eight years of age.  He had been connected with the P.F. company for nearly twenty-five years, going into service at the age of thirteen.  The company always placed the utmost confidence in him.  Of late has has been engaged in the mechanical work for the road more than in the active shifting work.  He was a member of the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers and of the I.O.O.F.  His life was insured for $3,000 in the New York Equitable, for $2,000 in the B. of --------- and $2,000 in the I.O.O.F.  The funeral took place from the residence at 4 p.m., Sunday, the Rev. Dr. H.L. Wiles officiating.  Interment in the Mansfield Cemetery.  --  [Mansfield Weekly News:  14 July 1887, Vol. 3, No. 33]

Black, George Clarence -- Shelby.  George Clarence Black, son of Albert Black, died Tuesday evening, aged 8 years, 11 months.  Mrs. Black is also very low with consumption in Mansfield and it is doubtful if she will ever be able to return to Shelby.  [Semi-Weekly News:  26 March 1897, Vol. 13, No. 25]

Black, Harriet -- DIED -- In Perry Twp., Richland Co., Ohio, November 9th., 1872, Mrs. HARRIET BLACK, wife of Mr. Frederick Black, aged 32 years, 4 months and 28 days. -- [BELLVILLE DOLLAR WEEKLY: 15 November 1872, Vol. 1, No. 38]

Black, Harriet (Mower) -- Harriet Black  b. Springfield Twp., Richland County on July 26, 1846;  d. Bucyrus on May 30, 1933;  Parents: John Mower and Elizabeth Hartupee;  Married:  James Murray Black on December 20, 1871;  Children: J. P. Black of San Francisco, California, Mrs. T.M. Thompson of Columbus, Carl M. Black of Elmhurst, Illinois, Dr. James A. Black of Columbus, Mrs. Mary Rush, Ralph and Ross Black of Bucyrus;  Burial:  Oakwood Cemetery.  Submitted by Mike.  [Bucyrus (OH) Telegraph-Forum:  31 May 1933]

Black, Ida (Traxler) -- Charles' Mill.  Last Friday the remains of Mrs. Black, formerly Miss Ida Traxler, were interred at the Fairview Cemetery.  She was for a number of years a resident of this place, but lately has lived with her mother and stepfather, J.A. Wise, who reside two miles south of Lucas.  She was about 28 years old.  Her death was caused by consumption.  [Semi-Weekly News:  26 November 1897, Vol. 13, No. 95]

Black, Ida (Traxler/Traxel) -- Pleasant Valley.  Miss Ida Traxel died at the home of her parents, Mr. & Mrs. Jackson Wise, aged 28 years and 4 months.  Miss Traxel was a member of the Lutheran church at Mifflin and the funeral services were conducted by her pastor, the Rev. S.P. Keifer of Mt. Zion.  Interment near No. 1 school house.  [Semi-Weekly News:  26 November 1897, Vol. 13, No. 95]

Black, John H. -- Bellville.  John H. Black, 87, of Bellville, died Saturday morning at his home after a sudden illness.  A lifelong resident of Richland County, he was a retired farmer.  He is survived by nieces and nephews.  Services will be held Monday, 11 a.m., at the Dowds-Wiggins Funeral Home, Mt. Vernon (OH), with the Rev. Lloyd Bumpus officiating.  Burial will be in Maple Grove Cemetery, Chesterville (OH).  Friends may call at the funeral home today from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m.  [unknown newspaper (probably the Mansfield News Journal):  29 January 1973]

Black, Mrs. ---- -- Ganges.  The invalid wife of Mr. Black died Friday morning at her home, about two miles north of this place, from injuries sustained in a runaway which occurred last Tuesday morning near their residence.  The injuries she sustained were a broken arm and collarbone, nose cut and one eye badly lacerated.  The suffering was intense until death released her.  Mrs. Black's remains were taken to Bellville Saturday for burial Sunday.  --  [Mansfield Semi-Weekly News:  18 November 1898, Vol. 14, No. 95]

Black, Mrs. Albert -- LEXINGTON -- Mrs. Albert Black died at her home near Steam Corners, and the funeral was held Monday at the home, with burial at North Liberty.  [Richland County Leader:  25 June 1920, Vol. 1, No. 29]

Black, Mrs. Daniel -- Saturday.  Mrs. Daniel Black died of dropsy at her home, 210 South Main Street, last night, aged 70 years.  The funeral will take place tomorrow at 3 p.m.  --  [Richland Shield & Banner:  23 March 1889, Vol. LXXI, No. 44]

Black, Myrtel "Myrtie" -- Monday.  Miss Myrtie Black, aged 22 years, daughter of Wm. Black and wife, died at 11 o'clock yesterday forenoon, from an attack of typhoid pneumonia.  Miss Black has been employed at Louise Ruess' millinery store for the past four years.  The funeral will be held tomorrow morning at 10 o'clock.  Rev. Duston Kemble will officiate.  --  [Richland Shield & Banner:  27 October 1894, Vol. LXXVII, No. 24]

Black, Myrtel "Myrtie" -- Woodville.  Oct. 21st., Miss Myrtel Black, eldest daughter of Wm. R. and Ellen Black, died of typhoid pneumonia after a short illness of 14 days, in her 22nd. year.  The funeral was held on Tuesday following at 10 a.m., at the home of her parents on Mansfield Street, Revs. D. Kemble and B.F. Foster officiating.  Interment in the Mansfield Cemetery.  Her father, mother, two sisters and a brother mourn her sudden departure.  Myrtel was lovely in her Christian life, and triumphant in death.  Sweetly she rests.  The floral tributes from hosts of friends were very large and beautiful.  --  [Richland Shield & Banner:  03 November 1894, Vol. LXXVII, No. 25]

Black, Naomi J. -- Saturday.  Mrs. Naomi J. Black died at Darlington, this county, on the 12th. inst., aged 83 years and two days.  The deceased was the mother of William C., Thomas S. and Fred Black, well known citizens of Perry Township.  --  [Richland Shield & Banner:  27 July 1889, Vol. LXXII, No. 10]

Black, Roy -- Shelby.  Roy Black, aged 14, drowned at Shenandoah Saturday evening while swimming in the Blackfork.  [Semi-Weekly News: 15 June 1897, Vol. 13, No. 48] **note:  The age listed is very hard to read on the old print, it may read 11 or 14.

Black, Roy -- Five Corners.  Little Roy Black, nephew of Henry Cline, drowned in the Blackfork Saturday and was laid to rest in the Shenandoah cemetery Monday.  [Semi-Weekly News: 18 June 1897, Vol. 13, No. 49]

Black, Tabitha -- Mrs. Tabitha Black, a highly respected lady living near Sand Ridge, died Sunday, of the infirmities of old age, in her 86^th. Year.  She is survived by two sons, one daughter and twenty-four grandchildren, her husband and six children having preceded her.  The funeral was held Tuesday morning at Bunker Hill church conducted by Rev. Link and was well attended.  [Butler Times:  20 August 1910, Vol. XVI, No. 40]

Black, Willard M. -- In Mansfield, Saturday, September 13th., Willard M. Black, aged 32 years, 9 months and 4 days.  The funeral took place from his late residence, No. 210 South Main Street, at 11 o'clock Monday morning, September 15th.  [Ohio Liberal:  17 September 1884, Vol. 12, No. 23]

Blackburn, Mona P. (Evans) -- d. 2/7/1954 at Akron City Hosp., Akron, OH;  b. 7/2/1902 at Bethlehem Twp., Coshocton Co., OH;  w/o James P.;  bur. Prairie Chapel Cem.  [MNJ 2/9/1954]
 

Blackford, Richard H. - Mansfield.  Richard H. Blackford, 54, of Mansfield, died at his home early Monday morning following an extended illness.  He was born June 27, 1931, in Mansfield, the son of Richard L. and Charlotte Blackford.  He had lived in Mansfield all of his life.  Mr. Blackford was a retired truck driver for the Max-Way Trucking Co., where he had worked for 30 years.  He was a member of the Teamsters Union 40, and Loyal Order of Moose, and Mansfield Masonic Lodge 35.  Surviving are his wife, Janice Hamlin Blackford, whom he married Sept. 1, 1951; one son, Richard D. Blackford of Mansfield; two daughters, Mrs. Vaughn (Dianne) Shearer of Ashland and Mrs. David (Debra) Anderson of Mansfield; nine grandchildren; and one brother, Jerry Blackford of Mansfield.  Services will be held Thursday at 10:30 a.m. in the Diamond Street Home of Wappner Funeral Directors, Mansfield, conducted by Paul Whaley.  Burial will be in Colonial Memorial Gardens.  Friends may call in the funeral home Wednesday from 6 to 9 p.m.  Masonic services will be conducted in the funeral home today at 8:30 p.m.  Submitted by Linda and Shirley.  Typed by Mary Anderson.  (Ashland Times Gazette: 25 March 1986, Tuesday, Pg. 2)

Blackman, Elmer -- Elmer Blackman, aged about six years, only son of Mr. Geo. Blackman, of Plymouth Township, died of paralysis of the brain on last Tuesday evening.  [Shelby Independent News:  08 June 1876, Vol. 8, No. 33]

Blackman, Warren -- Shelby, Feb. 23 -- Never in the history of this city did excitement run so high as it did at 10 o'clock last night when it was learned that two estimable young people living near here were instantly killed by the cars.  Within a few moments after the accident an immense crowd had gathered at the scene of the double fatality to assist in caring for the remains of the unfortunates.  The victims of the accident are Warren Blackman and Miss Minta Rogers, both of whom live about two miles west of Shelby in the neighborhood of "Blackman's Grove", the owner of which is the father of the dead young man.  Mr. Blackman and Miss Rogers had been attending a lecture in the city opera house and at 10 o'clock entered their buggy and started west on Main Street.  Just as the animal and vehicle were on the B.&O. crossing, westbound B.&O. train, No. 47, which does not stop at the depot, crashed into the buggy and killed both occupants and the horse.  The train was stopped and a hurried investigation was made.  Nothing could be done for the young people, as they were killed instantly and very likely never knew what struck them.  Doctors who were summoned found that the back of the young man's head was crushed and Miss Rogers' head was mashed beyond recognition.  Both bodies were considerably bruised, although they were not mangled.  The remains were taken to the undertaking establishment of Sutter & Barkdall, where they were prepared for burial.  The funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Sunday from the Shelby Methodist church.  Rev. H. Place will officiate.  Warren Blackman was 19 years of age and was the son of George Blackman, one of the prominent farmers of this township.  The parents of the young man are nearly crazed with grief over his untimely death.  Miss Rogers, who was 21 years of age, was the daughter of Daniel Rogers and wife, and was one of the most popular young ladies of this section.  She leaves a host of friends to mourn her sudden and awful death.  There is no blame attached to the railroad company for the accident, as it is said that due warning was given.  On the other hand the young people had no idea a train was coming, as No. 47 was long past due.  --  [Richland Shield & Banner:  03 March 1894, Vol. LXXVI, No. 42]

Blackston, --- -- The five-months old child of Miss Viola Blackston, a domestic employed at 162 West First Street, was found dead in bed Sunday morning.  The mother stated that the child was in usual health the night before.  The death was one requiring official investigation and Coroner Baughman held an inquest at 2 o'clock this afternoon.  Coroner Baughman stated at 2:30 this afternoon that the evidence tended to show that the death was caused by accidental smothering or by convulsions.  --  [Semi-Weekly News (Mansfield):  08 February 1898, Vol. 14, No. 11]

Blackston, Henry -- Henry, son of Isaac & Rosanna Blackston, near Ganges, died on Aug. 25th., aged six months.  [Shelby Independent News:  14 September 1876, Vol. 8, No. 47]

Blackston, Josephine -- Josephine, the 9-months-old child of Mr. & Mrs. O.S. Blackston, of 584 North Bowman Street, died Sunday at 12:30 and buried Tuesday afternoon at 2 o'clock.  --  [Mansfield Semi-Weekly News:  05 August 1898, Vol. 14, No. 65]

Blair, Clinton -- Lexington.  The funeral of Clinton Blair, whose remains were brought from McKee's Rocks, Pa., Thursday, was held Friday afternoon at the home of his parents, Mr. and Mrs. James Blair.  The deceased was born in Lexington and was 31 years of age.  Besides a father and mother, he leaves two brothers, King, of Newark, O., and Mellville, of Niles, O.;  also three sisters, Mrs. L.C. Stillwell, of Fredericktown, Mrs. LeRoy Benedict, of Mansfield, and Miss Winifred Blair, who were all present at the funeral.  --  [Bellville Messenger:  19 March 1903, Vol. 11, No. 11]

Blair, James M. -- LEXINGTON -- James M. Blair died Wednesday at his home in Lexington at the age of 78 years.  He was a veteran of the civil war and had been a resident of Lexington the greater part of his life.  Mrs. Blair died several years ago.  Three daughters and two sons survive.  The funeral was held from the home this afternoon.  [Richland County Leader:  22 April 1921, Vol. 2, No. 19]

Blair, James M. -- LEXINGTON -- James Blair died at the Soldiers' and Sailors' home at Sandusky on April 20.  The remains were brought to Lexington to his late home, where funeral services were held Friday afternoon, conducted by the Rev. N.A. Shedd.  Interment was in Lexington cemetery.  Mr. Blair was born August 26, 1842.  He is survived by his two sons and three daughters and four grandchildren and one great-grandchild.  The sons and daughters are:  S. King Blair at home;  Melvin of Kokomo, Ind.;  Winifred and Mrs. Mary Benedict of Columbus and Mrs. Lottie Stillwell of Mt. Vernon.  [Richland County Leader:  29 April 1921, Vol. 2, No. 20]

Blair, John -- John Blair, aged 45, died at 9 o'clock Sunday morning, after a short illness of paralysis.  He is survived by two sons and a sister, Miss Maggie Blair.  The deceased was formerly engaged in business in that place and was well known.  --  [Butler Times:  29 July 1905, Vol. XII, No. 49]

Blair, John W. -- John W. Blair was born August 12, 1855, near Bellville, and died July 23, 1905, aged 49 years, 11 months and 11 days.  Mr. Blair was reared to manhood in this vicinity and then went to Youngstown, Ohio, and New Castle, Pa., where he was engaged in railroading until 1897.  He was united in marriage to Miss Maggie Colwell, of New Castle, Pa., and two sons, Frederick Samuel and Jesse Raymond, were born to this union.  The wife preceded him eight years ago.  Mr. Blair and sons then moved to Bellville and resided with his sister, Miss Maggie Blair, where he went in the shoe business and continued in that business until two months ago when he sold out.  The deceased has been afflicted with diabetes the past three years.  He took suddenly ill on Tuesday of last week and gradually grew worse until Sunday morning about 9 o'clock when death relieved him of his suffering.  He leaves two sons, one sister, Miss Maggie Blair, one half-brother, F.H. Rowalt, and other relatives to mourn their loss.  Funeral services were held at his late residence on Markey Street Tuesday afternoon at 2:30 under the auspices of the K. of P. Lodge of which Mr. Blair was a member, conducted by Rev. O. MacWilliams.  Interment in Bellville Cemetery.  --  [Butler Enterprise:  28 July 1905, Vol. 17, No. 25]

Blair, Mrs. -- PLYMOUTH -- Mrs. Blair died at the home of her son, Ira Blair, in Auburn Twp., Sunday. The funeral occurred Tuesday. [RICHLAND SHIELD & BANNER: 10 October 1896, Vol. LXXIX, No. 22]

Blair, Mrs. John -- Bellville.  Mrs. John Blair, who died some time ago in Pennsylvania, was brought here from New Castle Friday and interred in the cemetery.   [Semi-Weekly News:  04 June 1897, Vol. 13, No. 45]

Blair, Samuel Warden -- Lexington, July 7 -- The most somber gloom pervaded Lexington when on Tuesday, June 29, intelligence was received that the slender thread of life of Mr. Ward Blair was suddenly severed in Baltimore on Sunday, June 27, and the hearts of his many friends were more keenly anguished when the report was confirmed that in the gloom of midnight he had dropped out a window of the third story of the boarding house, 70 South Sharp Street.  He dropped into a cellar way, and so great was the impetus of his descent that the cellar door was broken through.  His features were not marred, but his neck and one leg were broken and nearly all his bones were badly crushed and comminuted and the spot was crimsoned deeply with his blood.  He had for some time been a somnambulist and no doubt he met his tragic death when asleep.  His landlady heard him in his room at 9 o'clock and near midnight a boarder heard quite a crash and not appearing in the morning search was made and his body was found rigid in death.  The body was embalmed, richly attired and reposed in a rich and very ornate casket.  All the expenses were paid by a benevolent society of Baltimore of which the deceased was a prominent member.  Several years ago the remains of his parents and sister were removed from the cemetery here and interred at Mt. Vernon, where the obsequies of the genial young man occurred July 3.  The friends of the deceased have several letters from prominent business men of Baltimore attesting to the fine qualities of brain and heart, and high social and business distinction of the deceased. His many friends in Lexington, his native heath, have requested us to avail ourself [sic.] of The Herald to allude to his business career and pay tribute to his manly attributes.  His father was P.L. Blair, many years the well known druggist of Lexington, who died 20 years ago.  All his life except a period of 8 years, was passed in the village.  For a few years after his father's death he was associated in the hardware business here with his brother James M. Blair, now a resident of Fredericktown, and C. Englehart, who died a few years ago.  He next clerked one year for the old firm of King & Harris, hat and cap dealers of Mansfield, and subsequently about two years for Smith Brothers, formerly produce dealers in the city.  He had a fine business tact, keen perceptions, and from December, 1881, till his death he was employed as salesman and bookkeeper in the commission house, 219 West Pratt Street, Baltimore, and all will attest that he was the soul of honor, and true to his fidelity to all trusts reposed in his care.  The name of Samuel Warden Blair was synonymous with truth, honor and all the elements of noble manhood.  --  [Mansfield Herald:  09 July 1885, Vol. 35, No. 34]

Blake, William Trenle -- Mansfield. Graveside services for former Mansfield resident William Trenle Blake, 81, of Columbia, S.C., will be held Monday at 11 a.m. in Bush River Memorial Gardens. Mr. Blake died Friday. He was born in East Liverpool, the son of Howard and Edna Trenle Blake, both now deceased. He was a retired ceramic engineer and a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Mansfield. He is survived by his wife, Elizabeth Cline Blake; a daughter, Beverly B. Watkins of Columbia; three grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and a sister, Margaret Carmichael of Millersburg. Caughman-Harman Funeral Homes, Irmo/St. Andrews Chapel is handling funeral arrangements. Submitted by Linda & Shirley. Typed by Susie Denu. [Mansfield News Journal: 2 August 1992, P. 4-A]

Blamer, Hazel Marie -- 46Y;  d. 2/22/1954 at Ohio Theater (heart attack);  b. 6/14/1907 at Center Village, Delaware Co., OH;  w/o Carroll B.;  bur. Green Hill Cem., Licking Co., OH  [MNJ 2/23/1954]

Blanford, Josephine E. -- Tuesday.  Mrs. Josephine E. Blanford died at Pamona, Cal., on January 30th., aged -3 years, 3 months and 12 days.  She left three children and a husband to mourn her death.  Mr. and Mrs. Blanford went to the coast from this city several years ago and located at National City.  Several months ago she contracted a cold which developed into consumption, which was the cause of her death.  --  [Richland Shield & Banner:  10 February 1894, Vol. LXXVI, No. 39]

Blanford, Josephine E. -- Woodville.  With sorrow we learn of the death of our friend and neighbor, Mrs. Josephine E. Blanford, on Jan. 20th., of consumption, in the 34th. year of her age at San Diego, Cal.  She was a former Woodville lady and wife of G.C. Blanford, an employee of the Southern California railway at National City, Cal., where she was as here highly esteemed by a large circle of friends.  She leaves a kind husband and three daughters to mourn her untimely departure.  The funeral services were conducted by the Rev. Sterling, of the M.C. church.  Interment in the Evergreen Cemetery at Los Angeles, Cal.  Sweet be her rest.  Mr. and Mrs. Blanford moved to the Pacific coast six years ago and expected to return at some future time and spend the evening of their lives among their Woodville friends, but God ordered otherwise.  --  [Richland Shield & Banner:  03 March 1894, Vol. LXXVI, No. 42]

Blatter, Jennie B. -- Mansfield News Journal, 07 October 1988

Blauser, Israel M. -- Hold BLAUSER Rites. Funeral services were conducted Thursday in Baltimore, Ohio, for Israel M. BLAUSER, 80, father of W. W. BLAUSER, 180 Raleigh Ave., and former state legislator, who died at his home near Basil Tuesday.  Mr. BLAUSER, who served in the House of Representatives during the 82nd and 83rd sessions, was author of the controversial bill which put quail on the songbird list. A retired farmer, he had been ill for the past nine months.  Survivors include his widow, Mrs. Molly BLAUSER; three daughters, Mrs. Kenneth ROGERS of Columbus; Mrs. Russell EVERSOLE of Basil, and Mrs. Clarence PHILLIPS of Mentor; four sons, Israel F. BLAUSER of Columbus, Russell, of West Jefferson, Stanley of Basil, and W. W. BLAUSER of Mansfield, who is an elementary school principal.  Submitted by: Norris.  [Mansfield News Journal, June 26, 1953, p 15, col 2]

Blazier, Mary Bettac -- 53Y;  d. 1/21/1955 at Toledo, OH;  b. 4/17/1871 at Mansfield;  mem. St. John's Evangelical & Reformed Church, Mansfield;  wid/o Jacob;  bur. Mansfield Cem.  [MNJ 1/22/1955]

Blecker, ---- -- The infant child of Mr. & Mrs. E.A. Blecker, died Tuesday midnight of cholera infantum.  The funeral took place Friday evening at 5:00.  [Mansfield Herald:  07 August 1890, Vol. 40, No. 38]

Blecker, ---- -- Wednesday.  The seven weeks old child in Mr. and Mrs. Earnest Blecker died of cholera infantum at 12 o'clock last night.  The funeral will take place at 5 o'clock this evening from their rooms in the Blecker Block.  --  [Richland Shield & Banner:  02 August 1890, Vol. LXXIII, No. 11]

Blecker, Carl

Blecker, Ruth Remy -- d. 1/23/1955 at home, Mansfield;  b. 5/21/1898 at Mansfield;  d/o Albert F. & Etta (Risser) Remy;  w/o George H.;  bur. Mansfield Cem.  [MNJ 1/24/1955]

Blindt, Andrew -- Wednesday -- Andrew Blindt, who resided two miles south of this city on the Lexington road, died at 2 p.m. Tuesday, very suddenly. The deceased was 71 years of age and leaves a wife and six children. Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. tomorrow at St. John's German Evangelical Church. -- [RICHLAND SHIELD & BANNER: 21 March 1896, Vol. LXXVIII, No. 45]

Bliss, William T. - BLISS -- On the morning of the 25th. inst., at Denver, Col., where he removed from this city about one year ago, William T. Bliss, of consumption.   Mr. Bliss was well and favorably known in this city where he lived for a number of years, and where he has many friends who will be pained to learn of his death, and who extend heartfelt sympathy to the young widow and relatives of the deceased.  [Ohio Liberal:  30 April 1884]

Blocker, Jonas €€

Blocker, Sophia -- Mrs. Sophia Blocker died on Sabbath last, at an advanced age.  [Shelby Independent News:  08 May 1873, Vol. 5, No. 28]

Blocker, Sophia -- Died, Mrs. Sophia Blocker, born in Somerset County, Pa., September 16th., 1794, died May 4th., 1873, aged 78 years, 7 months and 18 days.  Was for many years a consistent member of the United Brethren Church.  Her funeral was numerously attended at the London Church, and sermon preached by Rev. W.A. Keesy.  -- N.H.L.  [Shelby Independent News:  15 May 1873, Vol. 5, No. 29]

Bloodhart, Ada -- **see:  Shelby's Fourth Of July Tragedy

Bloodhart, Ada -- Coroner Baughman went to Shelby this morning and held an inquest over the dead.  He found the facts according to the above report, but failed to place the responsibility.  The three Shelby victims were consigned to their last resting place this afternoon.  Miss Ada Bloodhart was buried at 1 p.m.  Cyrus Kuhn was buried at 4 o'clock, and the remains of Frank Keckler were interred at 5 o'clock.  --  [Mansfield Semi-Weekly News:  08 July 1898, Vol. 14, No. 57]

Bloom, Anna Mary -- DIED -- On Thursday morning, Dec. 7th., 1871, of diptheria, ANNA MARY BLOOM, eldest daughter of S.S. & Jennie Bloom, aged eight years, five months and sixteen days. Her illness commenced on Saturday previous, but the disease did not develop itself fully until on Monday; after which though treated in the usual manner -- the medicine producing the desired effect, and assisted by everything recommended, the disease continued, though without the usual alarming symptoms until it came to a fatal termination. Funeral services numerously attended were held at the residence of the parents by Rev. J.F. Shearer, assisted by Rev. D. Summers, of Vandalia, Ohio, on Saturday morning. -- [SHELBY INDEPENDENT NEWS: 07 November 1871, Vol. 4, No. 6]

Bloom, Clarence J. -- Died, in this village, on the morning of the 14th. inst., Clarence J., infant son of Stephen & Louisa Bloom, aged six months and two days.  [Plymouth Advertiser:  14 January 1854, Vol. 1, No. 13]

Bloom, Clement L. -- 85Y;  d. 2/23/1955 at home, Shiloh  [MNJ 2/23/1955]

Bloom, Elizabeth (Boyden) -- 84Y;  wid/o George;  d. 10/25/1954 at Mansfield;  b. 2/12/1870 at Mansfield;  d/o James H. & Julia C. (McKinley) Boyden; bur. Mansfield Cem.  [Mansfield News Journal:  25 October 1954]

Bloom, George

Bloom, Jeanetta Moore -- 74Y;  d. 5/30/1955 at Sturges Rest Home, Mansfield;  b. 2/27/1881 at Bloominggrove Twp.;  bur. Mansfield Mem. Park  [MNJ 5/31/1955]

Bloom, Jennie (Mickey) -- Mrs. Jennie M. Bloom, wife of Hon. S.S. Bloom, died at her home in Shelby at 6 a.m. Wednesday. Mrs. Bloom was a daughter of Robert Mickey and married S.S. Bloom, May 15, 18-9. Her husband and three children survive her: W.P. Bloom of Columbus; Mrs. Lulu J. Love, wife of Dr. Love of Shelby; and Mrs. Ethel M. Daile of Springfield. Funeral services were held at the Methodist Church in Shelby at 2 p.m., Friday, conducted by Rev. Wilhelm, the Lutheran minister of whose church Mrs. Bloom was a member. Rev. Wilhelm was assisted by Rev. Blade of the Methodist church. -- [RICHLAND SHIELD & BANNER: 04 April 1896, Vol. LXXVIII, No. 47]

Bloom, Matilda -- DIED -- At Goshen, Indiana, on December 14, 1871, at the residence of her mother, Mrs. Elizabeth Bloom, Miss MATILDA BLOOM, aged 43 years, 7 months and 21 days.  The subject of this notice was born in Perry County, Pa., April 28th., 1828, and died at Goshen, Ind., on Thursday, December 14th., 1871.  The deceased has long resided near Shelby, and is known to have been sadly afflicted for many years with epileptic fits -- being a great burden to herself, and her devoted mother who had charge of her. – [SHELBY INDEPENDENT NEWS:  28 December 1871, Vol. 4, No. 9]

Bloom, Mrs. George -- Shelby.  Mrs. Geo. Bloom, an old and highly respected lady, of Cass Township, died last Saturday and was interred in the London Cemetery on Monday.  [Richland Shield & Banner:  19 October 1889, Vol. LXXII, No. 22]

Bloom, Samuel -- Died, At Hagerstown, Md., on July 23d., 1872, of cancer of the stomach, Mr. Samuel Bloom, aged 63 years, 9 months, and 24 days.  The deceased was the only remaining brother of Mr. Daniel Bloom residing near Shelby, and for over forty years a highly respected citizen of his adopted city.  His suffering for the past two years has been intense, which he bore with Christian resignation.  His remains were interred in the Reformed Cemetery in that city, attended by a large number of friends and citizen of the place.   [Shelby Independent News:  08 August 1872, Vol. 4, No. 41]

Bloomfield, Opal -- d. 8/7/1954 near Shelby - auto accident;  Mansfield resident  [Mansfield News Journal:  09 August 1954]

Bloor, ---- -- All arrangements were ready Saturday for the infair to be given by Mr. and Mrs. Bloor in honor of the marriage of their son Frank, when Mr. Bloor took suddenly ill and died at 6:10 p.m.  He was aged about 57 and leaves a wife, three sons and two daughters.  He had been up town the same day, but in the afternoon a physician was called.  The cause of death was neuralgia of the heart of which his father also died.  [Mansfield Herald:  03 April 1890, Vol. 40, No. 20]

Bloor, Charles -- Charles Bloor died quite suddenly at his home, No. 180 Park Avenue East, at 9:30 this morning.  Death is supposed to have resulted from heart disease.  Mr. Bloor complained of not feeling well when he arose this morning, but went to his work.  About 8:30 he began to feel worse and returned home where he died an hour later.  Mr. Bloor was one of the well-known citizens of his city and was foreman at the Mansfield Machine Works.  He leaves a wife and one daughter.  The funeral will be held at 2 o'clock Friday afternoon from his late residence.  The I.O.O.F. lodge, of which the deceased was a member, will officiate, assisted by Rev. Sumrell, of the Baptist Church.  --  [Richland Shield & Banner:  05 May 1894, Vol. LXXVI, No. 51]

Bloor, Charles W. -- After an illness of seven weeks, Charles W. Bloor died at his home, 217 Park Avenue East, at 9:15 o'clock this (Tuesday) morning.  Mr. Bloor was ill with malarial fever several weeks, but apparently recovered, and was upon the streets Nov. 13, when he sustained a stroke of paralysis and another one Nov. 16.  he was 30 years old and resided with his mother, Mrs. Mahala Bloor, widow of the late Thomas Bloor.  Besides his mother he leaves a sister, Mrs. William K. Ackerman, and a brother, Thomas Bloor.  For some time past he has been employed at the Crawford-Taylor factory and was a member of the Knights of Pythias, S.O.U.A.M., J.O.U.A.M. and Modern Woodmen.  Funeral services at the First Lutheran church, Thursday afternoon, at 2 p.m., conducted by the Rev. Dr. H.L. Wiles.  [Semi-Weekly News:  10 Dec3ember 1897, Vol. 13, No. 99]

Bloor, Della F. (Denn) -- Widow of drug firm founder taken by death -- Mrs. Della F. Bloor, 75, of 121 West second Street, widow of Frank W. Bloor, died early today at General Hospital after an illness of two weeks. Born in Monongahela City , Pennsylvania , she was the daughter of John L. and Margaretta Denn. She came to Mansfield in 1890 when she married the late Frank W. Bloor, one of the founders of the Caldwell and Bloor Co., wholesale drug firm. Mrs. Bloor was a member of the First Methodist Church , the Sorosis Club, the Priscillian club and was formerly a member of the Board of Governors of the Friendly House. Survivors are a son, J. William Bloor of Mansfield; a sister, Mrs. Margaret R. Endly, also of Mansfield; two brothers, John C. Denn of Indianapolis Indiana , and Charles L. Denn of Toledo , and two grandchildren. Her son is now in General Hospital recovering from an illness. The body has been removed to the Jones Memorial where services will be conducted Saturday at 2:30 p.m. with Reverend Edward G. Corwin officiating. Burial will be in Mansfield cemetery. Submitted by Ann. [Mansfield News Journal: 09 April 1942]

Bloor, William -- William Bloor, one of Mansfield's oldest and best citizens, died yesterday afternoon at his home on Park Avenue East, of heart trouble, after an illness of but a few hours.  Shortly after dinner yesterday he began to feel ill and lay down on a lounge.  No apprehension was felt on his account until about 4 o'clock when he became suddenly very sick and Dr. A.H. McCullough, was sent for.  He died at 5:30 o'clock on the eve of a reception at his home to his son, Frank, whose marriage to Miss Della Dehn occurred Wednesday evening.  A few of the guests had already arrived.  When the house should have been ringing with the merry laughter of happy hearts there was a hushed and painful silence broken only by the sounds of suppressed sobbing.  Those who had already arrived departed in silence to their homes and those who had not were soon apprised of the sad event.  William Bloor was born in the state of New York and moved with his parents to the vicinity of Loudonville at the age of 4 years.  In 1846 his parents moved to this city and he has since resided here.  He was 56 years of age.  He was a member of Mansfield Lodge No. 19, I.O.O.F., Mohican Encampment No. 13, and Canton Mansfield, No. 6.  After consultation with the family of the deceased, the Odd Fellows will make arrangements for the funeral, the time of which will be announced hereafter.  --  [Sunday Evening News:  30 March 1890, Vol. 6, No. 4]

Bloser, Samuel P. -- Samuel P. Bloser, a well known resident of Mansfield for a number of years, died Sunday night at 9:40 o'clock at his home on Spring Mill street after an illness of seven months.  He was born in Cumberland County, Pennsylvania in 1824 and in 1850 came to Ohio.  Two years later he was married to Elizabeth Snyder, who with one daughter, Mrs. Henry Uhlich, of Spring Mill Street, survives him.  He was a soldier of the civil war in the 121st. O.V.I. and was also identified with the I.O.O.F. being a member of the Mansfield lodge, No. 19, of that order.  Funeral services at 3 o'clock, Tuesday, after conducted by the Rev. Dr. H.L. Wiles, of the First Lutheran church.  [Mansfield News:  29 July 1901, Vol. 17, No. 126]

Blue, Forest Conrad -- Mansfield---Forest Conrad Blue, 48, of 212 Coul St. died early Tuesday morning in Mansfield General Hospital after an extended illness.   He was born Dec. 25, 1937, in Dunn, N.C. and had lived in Mansfield for 20 years.  Mr. Blue returned to Mansfield from Evansville, Ind., in May.   He was a former chef at the Leland Hotel and a member of the Providence Baptist Church.   Surviving are five sisters, Mae Lene Arkadie, Katherine Blue, Mattie Bea Moore and Rosa Blue, all of Mansfield, and Margaret Rich of Baltimore, Md.; and four brothers, William B. of Mansfield, the Rev. James of Fayetteville, N.C,., Thomas Jr. of Dunn, N.C., and Charles E. of Chicago.   He was preceded in death by his parents, Thomas and Alene Blue; one brother, John; and one sister, Edna.   Funeral arrangements are pending at the Wappner Funeral Home.  Submitted by Linda and Shirley--typed by Dina--[Mansfield News Journal--Wed., June 25, 1986]

Blue, William -- ADARIO -- Died, at his home near Savannah, Wednesday, William Blue, who had been bedfast for four months, leaving a young wife and two children. Mr. Blue, when a boy, lived for a time with Jacob Claburg, now deceased, and was well known here. -- [RICHLAND SHIELD & BANNER: 22 February 1896, Vol. LXXVIII, No. 41]

Blunk, Florence (Adams) -- Florence L (ADAMS) BLUNK, 77, of 360 James Ave died Saturday morning in People's Hospital after a long illness. She was born 13 Nov 1902, in Mansfield and had been a lifetime resident. She was a retired housemother at Mansfield General Hospital and was a member of the First English Lutheran Church. The widow of George BLUNK, she is survived by one son, Ray SORRICK of Ashland and one sister, Geraldine (ADAMS) BRADEN of Loudonville. Funeral services will be held Monday at 2:30 at the Diamond Street Home of Wappner Funeral Directors by her pastor, the Rev Michael Goldner. Burial will be in the Mansfield Cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home today from 3 to 5 pm and 7 to 9 pm.  Submitted by Margaret.  [(Mansfield) News Journal, Su 8 Jun 1980 .. (died 7 Jun 1980)]

Blust, Charles  -- Charles Blust, of Mansfield, was taken ill with typhoid fever while visiting and attending the Blust and Royer reunion and died at this brother Henry's home Sept. 19, aged over 75 years.  Mr. Blust taught school quite a number of years when a young man and also taught singing schools.  The funeral services were conducted by his pastor, the Rev. B. B. Uhl, of St. Mark's Lutheran church, Sept. 21.  Interment at the Mt. Zion cemetery.  Submitted by Jean and Faye.  [The Mansfield News:  September 29, 1909]

Blust, Mrs. Charles -- Friday.  Mrs. Chas. Blust, aged 62 years, 2 months and 17 days, died at the residence of her husband, on Spring Mill Street, at 5 o'clock yesterday afternoon, after an illness of a year and a half.  The funeral will take place from the family residence tomorrow forenoon at 11 o'clock, Rev. Dr. H.L. Wiles officiating.  --  [Richland Shield & Banner:  26 August 1893, Vol. LXXVI, No. 14]

Bly, Ray -- Shelby.  The 18-months-old son of Mr. and Mrs. Willis Bly, living near Ganges, died last Friday of blood poison.  The funeral was held Saturday at Ganges church.  --  [Mansfield Semi-Weekly News:  02 September 1898, Vol. 14, No. 73]

Bly, Ray -- Ganges.  Ray, the only child of Mr. & Mrs. Willard Bly, died Thursday of blood poison, aged about one and a half years.  The funeral services were conducted at the church Saturday by the Rev. Dr. Singley, of Shelby.  Interment at Shiloh.  --  [Mansfield Semi-Weekly News:  02 September 1898, Vol. 14, No. 73]  Ganges.  Mr. & Mrs. James Bly, of Williams County, attended the funeral of their grandchild, Ray, Saturday.  --  [Mansfield Semi-Weekly News:  02 September 1898, Vol. 14, No. 73]

Blymyer, Susan Sheets -- April 2nd 1941 -- Mrs.Blymyer, 98, dies; was member of pioneer family -- Mrs. Susan Sheets Blymyer, 98, member of a pioneer in Mansfield family, died Wednesday afternoon at the home of her grandchildren, Mr. and Mrs. Robert L. Shireman, in Wilmette , Illinois , after a lingering illness. Daughter of George and Sarah Jane Sheets, Mrs.Blymyer was born in Mansfield , December 16th, 1842 . She spent most of her life here, going to Coshocton to be with relatives a few years ago and later to Wilmette. The body was returned to the Finefrock funeral home in Mansfield where services will be held at 3:30 p.m. Friday. Burial will be in the Mansfield cemetery. Besides the grandchildren in Wilmette , survivors are a daughter, Mrs. Olive B. Glover, and two great-grandchildren, all of Wilmette . Submitted by Ann. [source unknown]

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