Another civil war veteran answers the last call.
Ephriam, son of Joseph and (Sarah?)Esther Cassell, was born and grew to
manhood August 20, 1841 and passed away at his home in Republican City,
Nebraska, April 30, 1919, being at the time of his death, 77 years, ? months,
and 10 days old.
He was united in marriage to Sarah Alleman,
September 26, 1867. To this union, 8 children came to gladden
their hearts, 4 of whom preceded the father to the heavenly home.
He was a kind and indulgent parent and leaves many friends and relatives
to mourn their loss, among whom is the devoted wife, 4 sons and an adopted
daughter, Mrs. Will Hunter of Republican City,
also 11 grandchildren.
On September 26, 1917, they celebrated
their golden wedding, at which time his entire family including children and
grandchildren were present, besides many other near relatives.
He
was a civil war veteran having served his county from 1861 to 1865, being in the
service 4 years and 3 months.
Was a prisoner at Andersonville and
Florence about 3 months. Served with Co. H.
Inf. Reg. Ill. volunteers.
Funeral was held at Republican
City May 2, 1919. Those from a distance who paid
their last tribute to the deceased were Joe Cassell from Canada, Mrs. Nancy
Alleman, Mr. and Mrs. Amos Alleman of Tonica, Illinois, H. P.
Alleman of Hennepin, Illinois and Gus and Onna Cassell of Steele City
Nebraska.
Putnam Record,
Hennepin, IL - Front Page, Wednesday May 16, 1919
Transcribed
and Contributed by: Nancy Piper
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