Descendants of John Scott
Generation No. 1
1. John1 Scott He married Sarah?.
Child of John Scott and Sarah? is:
+ 2 i. John2 Scott, born 1784 in Bucks, Pennsylvania; died April 24, 1866 in Pennsville Township, Morgan County, Ohio.
Generation No. 2
2. John2 Scott (John1) was born 1784 in Bucks, Pennsylvania, and died April 24, 1866 in Pennsville Township, Morgan County, Ohio. He married Deborah Rose August 13, 1807 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, daughter of Thomas Rose and Rebecca Betts. She was born Abt. 1785 in Pennsylvania, and died December 24, 1866 in Pennsville Township, Morgan County, Ohio.
Notes for John Scott:
*Census of Pennsville Township, Morgan County, Ohio, 1860*
447-424
Scott, John, 76 yrs. old (1784), born in Pennsylvania, Farmer, real estate $4000.00, pers. prop. $1600.00.
Deborah, 74 yrs. old (1786), born in Pennsylvania.
Page 420B on 18 June 1860, Pennsville P. O.
Sidman, Daniel, 16 yrs. old (1844), born in Ohio, Farm laborer.
Scott, Robert E., 10 yrs. old (1850), born in Ohio.
Most of the information about John Scott and his descendants are from EDITH PAULINE (HALL) SCOTT'S research on the Scotts in Morgan Co., Ohio.
More About John Scott:
Burial: Pennsville Cemetery, Pennsville Township, Morgan County, Ohio?
More About Deborah Rose:
Burial: Pennsville Cemetery, Pennsville Township, Morgan County, Ohio?
Children of John Scott and Deborah Rose are:
+ 3 i. Robert3 Scott, born Abt. 1810 in Philadelphia; died Abt. 1850 in Jefferson, Kentucky.
4 ii. Thomas Scott.
5 iii. Sarah Ann Scott, born Abt. 1808 in Philadelphia; died July 10, 1851 in Morgan County, Ohio. She married Samuel Embree November 10, 1850 in Morgan County, Ohio; born May 15, 1816 in Ohio.
+ 6 iv. Cyrus Scott, born April 06, 1813 in Falsington, Bucks County, Pennsylvania; died September 16, 1874 in Pennsville Township, Morgan County, Ohio.
7 v. Mary Ann Scott, born 1815.
8 vi. Samuel Scott, born 1817.
9 vii. Emily Ann Scott, born May 24, 1824.
10 viii. Asenath Scott, born February 27, 1828.
Generation No. 3
3. Robert3 Scott (John2, John1) was born Abt. 1810 in Philadelphia, and died Abt. 1850 in Jefferson, Kentucky. He married Louise Miller. She was born Abt. 1825 in Kentucky, and died Abt. 1850 in Jefferson?, Kentucky.
Child of Robert Scott and Louise Miller is:
11 i. Anna M.4 Scott, born Abt. 1845 in Kentucky; died Abt. 1860 in Jefferson?, Kentucky.
6. Cyrus3 Scott (John2, John1) was born April 06, 1813 in Falsington, Bucks County, Pennsylvania, and died September 16, 1874 in Pennsville Township, Morgan County, Ohio. He married Elizabeth E. Metcalf January 04, 1844 in Morgan County, Ohio, daughter of Abraham Metcalf and Hannah Baines. She was born October 01, 1826 in Belmont County, Ohio, and died June 09, 1916 in Pennsville Township, Morgan County, Ohio.
Notes for Cyrus Scott:
*Census of Malta Twp., Morgan County, Ohio, 1850*
Scott, Cyrus 34 years old. (1816). Born in Canada(?)
Elizabeth, 23 years old. (1827). Born in Ohio
Abner T., 4 years old. (1846)
Mima A., 1 year old. (1849)
*Census of Malta Township, Morgan County, Ohio, 1860*
Family # 212-201
Scott, Cyrus, 44 yrs. old (1816), born in Pa., Farmer
Elizabeth, 33 yrs. old (1827), born in Ohio
Abram Thomas, 14 yrs. old (1846), born in Ohio
Mima (Jemima) A., 11 yrs. old (1849), born in Ohio
John Winfield, 9 yrs. old (1851), born in Ohio
Hannah Deborah, 5 yrs. old (1855), born in Ohio
Hiram Chas., 11 months old. born in Ohio
*Census of Pennsville Township, Morgan County, Ohio, 1880*
Family # 119-129
Scott, Elizabeth, 53 yrs. old (1827), b. in Ohio, Homemaker, father & mother b. in Pennsylvania
Elmer Ellsworth, Son, 17 yrs. old (1863), b. in Ohio, Farmer, father & mother b. in Ohio
Mary May, Dau., 16 yrs. old (1864), b. in Oh, father & mother b. in Ohio
Joseph Carlton, Son, 13 yrs. old (1867), b. in Ohio, father & mother b. in Ohio
More About Cyrus Scott:
Burial: Friends Cemetery, in Pennsville Twp., Morgan County, Ohio. (St. Rt. 377 & Co. Rd. 4).
Fact 1: He has no headstone
Notes for Elizabeth E. Metcalf:
The Weekly Herald
Thurs. June 15, 1916
McConnelsville, Morgan County, Ohio
(obituary)
DEATH OF MRS. ELIZABETH SCOTT
Mrs. Elizabeth Scott, who resided at the home of her grandson, Mr. Emmett Scott, of the Mt. Zion neighborhood, west side, died on Friday afternoon at 5:20 o'clock. She had been in failing health for several years and six weeks ago was stricken with paralysis, from which attack she never rallied.
Mrs. Scott would have been ninety years of age October 1st. Her maiden name was Elizabeth Metcalf. She resided in Mt. Zion neighborhood all her life. Her husband, Cyrus Scott, died about forty two years ago. Her family was one of the well known people of the neighborhood, in which the late James Sears and Wife, and John Sears and wife were so long well known residents and of the old time friends few are left: Thomas Wilson, now in Colorado, and Elizabeth Hamilton, Milton Griest. Silas Newmans, surviving among those belonging to her time.
Mrs. Scott was the mother of ten children, only two of whom survive -- Elsworth of Mt. Zion and Joseph C. of Walla Walla, Washington. She was a member of the Mt. Zion M. P. Church.
The funeral was held on Sunday morning at ten o'clock at the home of her grandson, Emmett Scott, and will probably be conducted by Rev. Mr. Beery, pastor of Mt. Zion charge. Interment will be in the cemetery at the old Grange hall, west side, where all her family are buried.
More About Elizabeth E. Metcalf:
Burial: Friends Cemetery, in Pennsville Twp., Morgan County, Ohio. (St. Rt. 377 & Co. Rd 4).
Fact 1: She has no headstone
Children of Cyrus Scott and Elizabeth Metcalf are:
12 i. Jerome4 Scott, born October 20, 1844 in Malta Township, Morgan County, Ohio; died October 22, 1844 in Malta Township, Morgan County, Ohio.
13 ii. Abraham "Abram" Thomas Scott, born June 02, 1846 in Malta Township, Morgan County, Ohio; died November 12, 1864 in Malta Township, Morgan County, Ohio.
+ 14 iii. Hannah Deborah Scott, born August 03, 1847 in Malta Township, Morgan County, Ohio; died March 18, 1903 in Stockport, Morgan County, Ohio.
15 iv. Anna Jemima " Mima" Scott, born September 01, 1848 in Malta Township, Morgan County, Ohio; died December 19, 1877 in Malta Township, Morgan County, Ohio. She married Alpheus Wetherell March 26, 1874 in Morgan County, Ohio by Rev. G. L. Sites; born February 04, 1850 in Morgan County, Ohio; died December 04, 1925 in Pennsville Township, Morgan County, Ohio.
More About Anna Jemima " Mima" Scott:
Fact 1: Infant died after marriage.
Notes for Alpheus Wetherell:
*Census of Pennsville Township, Morgan County, Ohio, 1880*
194-205
Wetherell, Alpheus, 30 yrs. old (1850), born in Ohio, father & mother born in England, Farmer
Eva L., wife, 22 yrs. old (1858), born in Virginia, father & mother born in Ohio, Homemaker
Anna E., dau., 1 yr. old (1879), born in Ohio, father & mother born in Ohio
The Weekly Herald
Thurs. Dec. 10, 1925
McConnelsville, Morgan County, Ohio
(obituary)
MR. ALPHEUS WETHERELL SUCCUMBS TO HEART TROUBLE
Alpheus Wetherell, mention of whose critical illness from leakage of the heart and complications was made in our last issue, died at his home in Pennsville Township Friday morning at 9:30 o'clock. Mr. Wetherell had been in failing health all summer and became much worse about the first of last month, gradually failing until the end came. He was the son of George and Elizabeth (Scott) Wetherell and was born in Malta Township, February 4, 1850, his parents emigrating from England and entering the farm now owned by J. R. Bailey.
He is survived by the wife, three sons, Robert of Malta, Vincent of Pennsville Township and John of the home; one daughter, Anna, wife of Clyde Newsom of Malta Township; one brother, Benjamin Wetherell of Fulton, Minnesota.; 15 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren.
Mr. Wetherell was a lifelong member of Bailey's Church and a member of Morgan Lodge I. O. O. F. since March 26, 1892 and took an active interest in all community affairs. He had resided in Morgan County all his life, having lived on the farm where he made his late home, nearly fifty years ago. He was a good neighbor and a kind friend and will be much missed by all who knew him.
Funeral services were held Sunday afternoon at the Pennsville Church at 1:30 o'clock, with the Rev. L. J. Sanford and the Odd Fellows of Morgan Lodge in charge. Interment was made in the Pennsville Cemetery.
More About Alpheus Wetherell:
Burial: Pennsville Cemetery, Pennsville Township, Morgan County, Ohio
+ 16 v. John Winfield Scott, born October 07, 1850 in Malta Township, Morgan County, Ohio; died January 26, 1911 in North Yakima County, Washington. (St. Elizabeth's Hospital).
17 vi. Charles Fremont Scott, born September 19, 1856 in Pennsville Township, Morgan County, Ohio; died August 21, 1858 in Morgan County, Ohio.
18 vii. Hiram Charles Scott, born June 15, 1859 in Morgan County, Ohio; died June 18, 1859 in Morgan County, Ohio.
More About Hiram Charles Scott:
Fact 1: Died: June 18, 1864 5 yrs. & 2 days old
+ 19 viii. Elmer Elsworth Scott, born June 24, 1862 in Pennsville Township, Morgan County, Ohio; died November 15, 1918 in Malta Township, Morgan County, Ohio.
20 ix. Mary May Scott, born January 27, 1864 in Pennsville Township, Morgan County, Ohio; died March 13, 1895 in Newark ?, Ohio. She married James M. Osenbaugh September 10, 1885 in Morgan County, Ohio by W. S. Murphy.
21 x. Joseph Carlton Scott, born July 26, 1867 in Pennsville Township, Morgan County, Ohio; died November 07, 1967 in Walla Walla County, Washington. He married Anna B. Frew February 07, 1891 in Walla Walla County, Washington, Home of William A. Jones; born 1871; died 1953.
More About Joseph Carlton Scott:
Fact 1: He is buried in Mt. View Cemetery in Walla Walla County, Washington
Generation No. 4
14. Hannah Deborah4 Scott (Cyrus3, John2, John1) was born August 03, 1847 in Malta Township, Morgan County, Ohio, and died March 18, 1903 in Stockport, Morgan County, Ohio. She married Edwin Wetherell January 01, 1880 in Morgan County, Ohio by W. H. Piggott, son of George Wetherell and Elizabeth Scott. He was born April 18, 1847 in Pennsville Township, Morgan County, Ohio, and died May 08, 1907 in Pennsville Township, Morgan County, Ohio.
More About Hannah Deborah Scott:
Burial: Bailey Ridge Cemetery, Pennsville Township, Morgan County, Ohio. (Morgan County Rd. 92)
Fact 1: Inscription on headstone reads "Father and Mother At Rest, Edwin Wetherell, Apr. 1847 - May 1907. Hannah W., His Wife, July 1855 - Mar. 1903."
Notes for Edwin Wetherell:
From the book, "History of Morgan County, Ohio - 1886"
Originally published in 1886. Author, Charles Robertson, M.D.
Page 212, Company B, 161st O. V. I.
This company was organized by Captain Robert Lutton, and was mustered into the service at Camp Chase, May 9, 1864. The company was mustered out September 2, 1864, unless otherwise specified. (Edwin Wetherell is my 2nd great-grandfather, and is listed among others as being a Private in this company - Phillip Scott Bohn, 1999).
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The Weekly Herald
Thurs. May 9, 1907
McConnelsville, Morgan County, Ohio
ED. WETHERELL MISSING
From Friday's Daily-
There is considerable excitement today in the Bailey Ridge neighborhood over the disappearance of Mr. Ed. Wetherell. He left his home yesterday afternoon at 1 o'clock and has not been seen since. The family and the neighbors have searched for him or for trace of him, but so far, in vain. His notes, mortgages etc., are gone, so the supposition is he left voluntarily. The explanation given is domestic trouble.
Mr. Wetherell is well known here. Years ago he was a photographer and occupied the room over where Mr. George Harmmer's barber shop is now located. His actions has caused great surprise among all who knew him.
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The Weekly Herald
Thurs. May 16, 1907
FOUND IN WELL, WERE THE REMAINS OF EDWIN WETHERELL, MISSING SINCE LAST THURSDAY. WAS IT SUICIDE, ACCIDENT OR MURDER?
From Thursday's Daily-
The remains of Edwin Wetherell who has been mysteriously missing since last Thursday, or for just one week this day, were found in the well at his home this morning about 10:30 o'clock.
The family in drawing water from the well, discovered hair in the water which aroused their fears at once. Neighbors were summoned to search and Mr. James Bailey found the body. Dr. L. S. Holcomb, the Coroner, was summoned and at this writing is holding the inquest.
From Friday's Daily-
The startling news, published in The Herald Thursday, of the finding of the body of Mr. Edwin Wetherell in a well at his home on Bailey's Ridge, came as a great shock and surprise to his friends all over the county, and especially to those here, who had known him for so many years. As the details became known, the strangeness of the case increases. The manner in which he met his death is shrouded by mystery, and the circumstances may never be known. He was reported as missing on last Thursday evening, and although a thorough search of the neighborhood had been made and inquiries sent to broadcast. No trace was obtained of his whereabouts until Thursday afternoon.
The story of the circumstances which led to the recovery of the body was told a representative of the Herald by Mrs. Rebecca Harris, of Pennsville, who arrived on the previous day to assist in the work. Mrs. Esther Life, the mother of Mrs. Wetherell, who had been making her home with her during the past three weeks, had gone to Stockport in the morning with the marketing, leaving Mrs. Harris and Mrs. Wetherell, who is in a delicate condition of health, at home. Mrs. Harris had gathered and prepared a mess of greens, which she had washed thoroughly before cooking, and felt sure were perfectly clean. At the dinner table Mrs. Wetherell discovered a bunch of hair in the greens, which according to Mrs. Harris, she at once declared was from Edwin's head, bursting out hysterically and crying, "He is in the well". (The water in which the greens were cooked had been taken from the well, which is located just off the kitchen porch.)
Mr. and Mrs. Jas. E. Bailey, who are near neighbors, were telephoned for and told that Mrs. Wetherell thought her husbands body was in the well. Mrs. Bailey looked into well, which is 32 feet deep, and filled with eight or ten feet of water, and descried a cap floating on the water. A number of other neighbors were summoned and the body was soon brought to the surface with grab hooks. A looped rope was then lowered and it was hoisted from the well.
The coroner, Dr. L. S. Holcomb, of Pennsville and undertaker Jones, of Stockport were hurriedly summoned, as well as Drs. T. J. Lyne, of Stockport and H. L. True of this city. Upon the arrival of the three doctors, the autopsy was held. The body was limp, having lost the rigidity which follows death, indicating that life had been extinct for several days. The stomach contained a quantity of water, but not so much as is usually found in the stomach of one who has met death by drowning. The flesh of the extremities was drawn up and blanched in a manner which would seem to indicate that the cadaver had lain in the water for a number of days. There was a slight contusion on the forehead; such as might have been caused by the body grazing the well in the falling. The stomach was removed and will be sent to Columbus for analysis. This may be considered as merely a precautionary measure, as we are informed there appeared to be no inflammation present to indicate the presence of poisons.
After the completion of the postmortem examination Mr. Jones prepared the body for burial and it was placed in the parlor. The holding of the inquest was delayed by the absence of Mrs. Life. She did not return from Stockport until four o'clock. Coroner Holcomb was assisted by Mr. Darnell, a neighbor, who transcribed the proceedings. The widow was first questioned. She appeared to be almost prostrated by the shock, which was undoubtedly enhanced by her condition of health.
Mrs. Life, her mother, was next examined. She is a well-preserved woman of 59, of rugged build and sharp piercing eyes. Her answers to the coroner's questions inclined toward volubility, it becoming necessary to check her several times during the taking of her testimony.
Lydia A. Canning, an elderly lady, sister to Mrs. Life, was next examined, followed by Mrs. Mary E. Bailey, the nearest neighbor, who was present at the time of the finding of the body. Mr Alpheus Wetherell followed and the inquest was brought to a close by the testimony of the daughter, Miss Edith Wetherell. The coroner made no official inquiries regarding the circumstances of Mr. Wetherell's disappearance or the finding of the body, confining himself principally to other circumstances bearing upon these events. Following are the proceedings in full, as they appear on the record. No verdict has yet been rendered.
WEDGE WITH HAIR CLINGING TO BATTERED PARTS FOUND, LATEST DEVELOPMENT IN WETHERELL CASE.
Another discovery was made yesterday, which may or may not have a bearing on the clearing up of the mystery surrounding the death of Edwin Wetherell. Mr. Bailey, one of the neighbors found lying in an out-of-way corner, under a fence, an iron wedge, such as is used in splitting rails. The wedge had seen much service and was considerably battered. The startling part of the discovery was that in the nicks on the corners of the wedge were found numerous hairs, which are said to have come from the head of Edwin Wetherell. We understand the wedge was turned over to the coroner in the condition it was found, and will be preserved as evidence.
The funeral was held Friday afternoon at Bailey's Church and was attended by a large number of people. Mr. Wetherell was a man with many friends and this together with his tragic death brought people from far and near. The services were conducted by the Rev. Mr. Fry.
Only one of the brothers of the deceased attended the funeral, three of them residing in the west and being unable to get here in time. The widow is confined to her room and was unable to attend.
(For particulars of the finding of the body and proceedings of the inquest, see second page.)
-THE INQUEST-
MRS. HANNAH WETHERELL
Q. Are you the wife of Edwin Wetherell, deceased? A. Yes.
Q. When did you last see him? A. Thursday, 1 p.m. May 2.
Q. Had you eaten any dinner? A. Yes, but little.
Q. Had he ever made any threats to take his own life? A. No.
Q. Do you know any reason why he did this? A. Poor health.
Q. Did you consider him rational? A. No.
Q. Why do you say that? A. Because of peculiar and unusual actions.
Q. Please state some of these actions. A. (1) While lying, struck my foot, with his fist. (2)
Twisting my hand causing me intense pain. (3) Bitting me on the neck and choking me.
Q. When he struck your foot and twisted your hand, what was his appearance? A. In a condition
of great excitement.
Q. Did you live happily together? A. Yes, generally. Sometimes slight misunderstandings.
Q. Did you ever threaten him? A. No.
LYDIA A. CANNING
Q. Are you an aunt of Mrs. Edwin Wetherell? A. Yes.
Q. Have you been here any during their married life? A. Yes.
Q. Did you ever know them to have any trouble? A. No.
MARY E. BAILEY
Q. Have you been at the home of Mr. Wetherell since his last marriage? A. Yes.
Q. Did you get along well together? A. Not not very well.
Q. Did they ever talk their troubles in your presence? A. Yes.
Q. Did he ever threaten her in your presence? A. No.
Q. Do think his mind was alright? A. No.
Q. What led you to believe this? A. He didn't act right or talk right.
Q. Do you believe he deliberately took his own life? A. Yes.
ALPHEUS WETHERELL
Q. Are you a brother of Edwin Wetherell? A. Yes.
Q. Did you frequently visit his home? A. Yes.
Q. Did his wife ever tell you of any trouble between them? A. yes.
Q. Did she ever threaten him? A. Not in my presence.
Q. Do you believe he was rational? A. Yes.
Q. How long before his death did you see him? A. About three weeks.
Q. Do you believe he deliberately took his own life? A. No.
EDITH WETHERELL
Q. Are you a daughter of Edwin Wetherell? A. Yes.
Q. When did you leave home first? A. Some time during the winter.
Q. When did you last leave home? A. April 29, '07.
Q. Why did you leave home? A. I couldn't stay on account of trouble.
Q. Did your step-mother ever threaten you? A. Yes.
Q. Did she ever use any violence toward you? A. She attempted to do so.
Q. Did your father and step-mother live happily together? A. Yes.
Q. Do you think that there was anything wrong with his mind? A. He was worried and worked up.
WELL PREVIOUSLY EXAMINED
A puzzling feature of the case is reported by Mr. Alpheus Wetherell, a brother of the deceased. He states that on the morning following the disappearance of his brother, (last Friday morning) in the course of their search for the missing man, he and Mr. Godfrey, son in-law, in the presence of Messrs Joseph and James Bailey and perhaps others, thoroughly examined the well. He says that they tied a six foot scantling onto a rope, lowered it into the well and sounded it to the fullest extent, hearing it strike the rock bottom over the entire surface. Both he and Mr. Godfrey state it is their conviction that the body was not in the well at that time. They also state that they could see the surface of the water distinctly and that there was no cap floating on it at that time.
Mr. Wetherell, who lives a mile and a half from the scene of the tragedy, stated in his testimony before the coroner that he had not seen his brother for three weeks before his death. The son in-law, Mr. Godfrey, who did not testify, saw him two weeks previous, and states that he seemed very much worried over his domestic affairs.
The wife's mother, Mrs. Esther Life, had come to the home about three weeks before. It is stated by the relatives that Mr. Wetherell had objected strongly to her coming, finally yielding on the promise of his wife to allow the return of his daughter, Edith.
SKETCH OF HIS LIFE
Edwin Wetherell was born on Bailey's Ridge sixty years ago last April. He served in the Civil War in the 161st O.V.I. He learned the trade of tin-type photographer with his brother M.L. and conducted a tin-type gallery at Beverly, and later for a number of years engaged in the same business here in the room over where Mr. George Harmer's barber shop is now located. He left McConnelsville seventeen years ago, moving to the eighty acre farm where he resided at the at the time of his death. After moving there his first wife, whose maiden name was Hannah Scott, died, leaving two daughters, one of whom married Mr. Wesley Godfrey, who now lives in Malta. The other daughter, Edith, lived at home with her father. In April, 1906, he married Hannah Carty. It is stated that Mr. and Mrs. Wetherell's wedded life has been far from blissful, the daughter, Edith and her step-mother being especially incompatible - in fact the former left home several times; being away at the time of the tragedy, making her home with her sister, Mrs. Lucy Godfrey.
In addition to the relatives named, Mr. Wetherell is survived by three brothers in the West.
He was at one time identified with Phil H. Sheridan Post G.A.R., but has not been an active member for some years.
THE FUNERAL
The funeral services were held this afternoon at 2 o'clock at the Bailey Church. The remains were laid to rest in the cemetery close by. (Bailey Church Cemetery).
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The Weekly Herald
Thurs. May 23, 1907
NO VERDICT YET
From the Thursday's Daily-
Not withstanding the general impatience of the public a verdict has not yet been rendered in the Wetherell case by the Coroner owing to delay in the stomach analysis at Columbus. Dr. Holcomb was in town yesterday and communicated by phone with the Columbus medical experts. They are asking $75 to make she test and intimated that if the body laid in the water the whole time it was missing that the test may be uncertain since the water of the well may have diluted and absorbed the contents of the stomach to such a degree that a test would have indefinite results.
Seventy-five dollars is a higher fee than ordinarily charged, probably owing to the decomposed condition of the stomach in this instance, but we learn the coroner has instructed them to proceed with the test and the result of the coroner's verdict will doubtless be announced soon.
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The Weekly Herald
Thurs. May 30, 1907
ADDITIONAL TESTIMONY
Coroner Holcomb visited the Wetherell home again after the first session of the inquest and took the following additional testimony, which was filed with his verdict this morning:
HANNAH WETHERELL RECALLED
Q. Did you drink this water up to the time Ed. was discovered? A. Yes sir.
Q. Did you go down to Mary Harry's the night of Ed's disappearance and ask for her to come
up here and stay all night? A. No sir I did not.
Q. Were you alarmed at his absence? A. Not until chore time.
Q. Up to the time his body was discovered, had you any thought that he had put himself out of the way? A. I did not
REBBECA HARRIS
Who being duly sworn testifies as follows:
Q. How long have you been here? A. Since Wednesday morning May the 8th.
Q. Did you cook dinner the day Mr. Wetherell's body was found? A. Yes sir.
Q. Did you get the water out of the well? A. Yes.
Q. Did either Mrs. Wetherell or her mother drink that water? A. Yes.
Q. Did you observe any hairs in the water? A. No.
Q. Without your glasses you can not see good can you? A. No.
Q. On whose plate was this bunch of hair found? A. Mrs. Wetherell's.
Q. What did she say? A. Oh! dear, dear, this looks like poor Ed's hair!
Q. Was she crying? A. The tears were rolling down her cheeks.
MARY H. HARRY
Who being duly sworn testifies as follows:
Q. Did Hannah Wetherell come down to the old house the evening Ed. Wetherell disappeared and ask you to come stay all night? A. No sir.
Q. Did you have any conversation with her that day? A. No sir.
W. E. NEWTON
Who being duly sworn testifies as follows:
Q. Have you worked for Mr. Wetherell? A. Yes.
Q. About when? A. Forepart of March.
Q. How long did you work? A. Two days cutting wood.
Q. Did you see him irequently since that time? A. Yes.
Q. Did you consider him rational? A. I did not.
Q. Why? A. On account of peculiar actions and an inclination to melancholy.
Q. Have you been at the home of Mr. Wetherell since he was missed? A. Yes, I was there three nights.
Q. Did Mrs. Wetherell and Mrs. Life use the water out of the well? A. Yes, for cooking and for drinking.
From Thursday's Daily -
Dr. L. S. Holcomb arrived at a verdict last evening in the inquest on the death of Edwin Wetherell and filed the verdict with a transcript of the testimony in the office of the Clerk of the Court Dal P. Stuard this morning. It will be remembered by our readers that the body of Mr. Wetherell was found in a well at his home just two weeks ago today, after he had been missing a week.
We understand that this closes the case unless the authorities consider that sufficient evidence has been brought to light to make necessary taking further steps.
THE VERDICT
Following is the full text of Coroner Holcomb's verdict: "I do find the said deceased came to his death by drowning himself in the well at his home, during temporary aberration of mind, brought on, no doubt, by his family trouble."
"I am led to this finding from the following reasons: "At the post-mortem examination no marks of injury could be found on the body anywhere, showing no evidence of violence being used. "A section of the lung, of being placed underwater, floated, showing retained air in lungs. Therefore was alive when he reached the water."
"Stomach being analyzed, showed no poisons of any kind, analysis being made, by Prof. C. C. Howard of Columbus, Ohio."
L. S. Holcomb
Coroner
More About Edwin Wetherell:
Burial: Bailey Ridge Cemetery, Pennsville Township, Morgan County, Ohio. (Morgan County Rd. 92)
Fact 1: Inscription on headstone reads "Father and Mother At Rest, Edwin Wetherell, Apr. 1847 - May 1907. Hannah W., His Wife, July 1855 - Mar. 1903."
Children of Hannah Scott and Edwin Wetherell are:
+ 22 i. Lucy Edna5 Wetherell, born October 08, 1885 in McConnelsville, Morgan County, Ohio; died December 20, 1960 in Pennsville Township, Morgan County, Ohio.
23 ii. Mary Edith Wetherell, born December 01, 1886 in Pennsville Township, Morgan County, Ohio; died March 12, 1928 in Malta Township, Morgan County, Ohio.
Notes for Mary Edith Wetherell:
The Weekly Herald
Thurs. March 15, 1928
McConnelsville, Morgan County, Ohio
(obituary)
DEATH OF MISS EDITH WETHERELL
Miss Edith Wetherell, died on Monday evening at the home of her sister, Mrs. Lucy Godfrey, of upper Malta. She was a daughter of the late Edwin and Hannah (Scott) Wetherell, and was born 41 years ago, near Malta. For a number of years she was a teacher in Morgan County, Later graduating from Oberlin Business College. Following this she was employed as stenographer by the Abner Royce Company of Cleveland, Ohio for a number of years. For 13 years she suffered from Rheumatoid Arthritis and for the last nine years has been an invalid, suffering intensely at times. She is survived by one sister, Mrs. Lucy Godfrey, and a half brother, Damon Wetherell of Zanesville.
She was a member of the Methodist Protestant Church of McConnelsville.
Short funeral services were held at the Godfrey home Wednesday at one o'clock, followed by services at the Bailey Ridge Church conducted by Rev. Walter Wilson of Cincinnati, a former pastor, with burial in the cemetery there.
More About Mary Edith Wetherell:
Burial: Bailey Ridge Cemetery, Pennsville Township, Morgan County, Ohio
Fact 1: Inscription on headstone reads "Edith Wetherell, 1886-1928"
16. John Winfield4 Scott (Cyrus3, John2, John1) was born October 07, 1850 in Malta Township, Morgan County, Ohio, and died January 26, 1911 in North Yakima County, Washington. (St. Elizabeth's Hospital).
Notes for John Winfield Scott:
The Weekly Herald
Thurs. February 9, 1911
McConnelsville, Morgan County, Ohio
(obituary)
DEATH OF JOHN SCOTT
John W. Scott, forty years ago a resident of this county, died in St. Elizabeth's Hospital in North Yakima, Washington, on Thursday January 26, of pneumonia after a week of illness. His remains were taken to Ottawa, Kansas, his former home for interment, his son Earl accompanying the remains.
Mr. Scott had been a resident of North Yakima only a few months, having come there from Walla Walla and invested in land. At the time of his death he was representing the interests of the North Coast Railway. His brother, J. C. Scott of Walla Walla, arrived in time to see him before his death.
Mr. Scott was one of ten children born to Cyrus and Elizabeth Scott, of Pennsville Township, this county. His father died 36 years ago, the mother still survives, residing with her son, Elsworth Scott. She is 84 years of age. Of the ten children, Joseph C. of Walla Walla, Washington and Elmer E. of Pennsville Township are all that are left.
The deceased left Morgan County 40 years ago and for years resided at Ottawa, Kansas where two daughters still reside. His wife who has been dead a number of years, was a sister of Messrs. S. A. and E. L. Murduck. Since leaving Morgan County he has twice visited back home, the last time a year ago last fall.
More About John Winfield Scott:
Burial: Ottawa, Kansas
Child of John Winfield Scott is:
24 i. Earl5 Scott.
19. Elmer Elsworth4 Scott (Cyrus3, John2, John1) was born June 24, 1862 in Pennsville Township, Morgan County, Ohio, and died November 15, 1918 in Malta Township, Morgan County, Ohio. He married Allie A. Dawson September 03, 1885 in Morgan County, Ohio, daughter of Moses Dawson and Hannah Tanner. She was born 1863, and died 1936.
Notes for Elmer Elsworth Scott:
The Weekly Herald
Thurs. November 21, 1918
McConnelsville, Morgan County, Ohio
(obituary)
DEATH OF ELMER E. SCOTT
Elmer E. Scott, aged 56, died at his home in Malta, Friday evening. He had been having something like pulmonary trouble and had moved from his farm near Hopewell to Malta about one year ago in the hope of resting and recovering his failing health. Friday evening however he was seized with an attack of heart trouble and died shortly afterwards.
He was a son of the late Cyrus and Elizabeth (Metcalf) Scott. Surviving are his wife whose maiden name was Allie Dawson; a son Emmett, who lives on the old home place near Hopewell, and a brother, Joseph C. Scott of Walla Walla, Washington. The deceased was a consistent member of Hopewell Church and was generally respected by his neighbors as an upright and honorable citizen. The funeral was held from his late home in Malta. Burial in Malta Cemetery.
More About Elmer Elsworth Scott:
Burial: Malta Union Cemetery, Morgan County, Ohio. (row 3-24-11).
Fact 1: Inscription on headstone reads, "E. E. Scott 1862-1918"
More About Allie A. Dawson:
Burial: Malta Union Cemetery, Malta Township, Morgan County, Ohio
Fact 1: Inscription on headstone reads, "Allie A. Scott 1864-1936"
Child of Elmer Scott and Allie Dawson is:
+ 25 i. Emmet Carlton5 Scott, born January 23, 1887 in Pennsville Township, Morgan County, Ohio; died January 02, 1958 in Marietta, Ohio. (Marietta Hospital).
Generation No. 5
22. Lucy Edna5 Wetherell (Hannah Deborah4 Scott, Cyrus3, John2, John1) was born October 08, 1885 in McConnelsville, Morgan County, Ohio, and died December 20, 1960 in Pennsville Township, Morgan County, Ohio. She married Wesley James Godfrey February 03, 1906 in Morgan County, Ohio by Rev. Henry W. Mair, son of Albert Godfrey and Harriett Campbell. He was born April 23, 1883 in Adams County, Ohio, and died December 23, 1971 in Malta Township, Morgan County, Ohio.
Notes for Lucy Edna Wetherell:
The Weekly Herald
Thurs. July 15, 1909
McConnelsville, Morgan County, Ohio
LOVELL LOCALS
Mrs. Lucy Godfrey of Malta was the guest last Friday of Anna Thompson.
The Times Recorder
Thurs. December 22, 1960
Zanesville, Muskingum County, Ohio
(obituary)
Mrs. Lucy E. Godfrey, 75, of McConnelsville, mother of Mrs. Charles Bohn (Ora) of 204 Pleasant Grove road and a half sister of Damon C. Wetherell of 951 Sevall Street, died unexpectedly at 10:45 a.m. Wednesday at the Jesse Hooper Home in Pennsville where she had resided for the past six months.
Death was attributed to a heart attack.
She was born in Morgan County October 8, 1885, a daughter of the late Edwin and Hannah (Scott) Wetherell, and was a member of the McConnelsville Methodist Church.
Surviving in addition to her daughter, Mrs. Ora Bohn, are a son Karl of Newton Falls; eight grandchildren and five great-grandchildren and her half brother, Damon.
The body was taken to the Miller Funeral Home in McConnelsville where friends may call afternoon today and where the Rev. Myron Ramsey will officiate at services at 1:30 p.m. Friday. Burial will be in McConnelsville Cemetery.
More About Lucy Edna Wetherell:
Burial: December 23, 1960, McConnelsville Cemetery, McConnelsville, Morgan County, Ohio
Fact 1: Inscription on headstone reads, "Lucy E. Godfrey 1885-1960"
Fact 2: Birth record of Morgan County, Ohio says she was born 1884.
Notes for Wesley James Godfrey:
Wesley had a summer cottage along the Muskingum river in the 1930's. Where the Homestead Trailer Park now is. My Uncle Charles J. Bohn showed me. He thought that this is where it was.
Wesley was married to Oma Lyons April 3, 1952. He first wife Lucy Wetherell was in a mental institution for years. I was told that it was because of her son Herman who was in a tragic accident by a truck that ran over his head. Herman was killed December 1, 1936 in McConnelsville
The Morgan County Herald
Thurs. April 17, 1952
McConnelsville, Ohio
GODFREY - LYON
Announcement has been made of the marriage of Mrs. Oma Lyon and Wesley J. Godfrey, two of our substantial residents who were united in wedlock the 3rd of this month at St. Marys, West Virginia, the Rev. Bruce, pastor of the church of the Nazarene in that village officiating. Mrs. Lyon, the daughter of Myron Hiatt, prosperous farmer and large landowner residing in the Cumberland vicinity, has been making her home in this vicinity for some months. An attractive woman of great energy, she was until her recent resignation, employed at Little's grocery, Mr. Godfrey, an interior decorator, and a lifelong citizen of this community, was for 35 years a foreman at the Malta Manufacturing Company. Mr. and Mrs. Godfrey are at home to their friends in what is the former Ira Calvert residence, recently purchased by the bride from County Supt. W. O. Porter.
The Times Recorder
Fri. December 24, 1971
Zanesville, Muskingum County, Ohio
(obituary)
Wesley J. Godfrey, 88, of Malta, a retired employee of Malta Manufacturing Company, died at 8 p.m. Thursday at his home following a long illness.
He was born April 23, 1883, in Adams County, the son of the late Albert and Harriet (Campbell) Godfrey. His first wife, Lucy (Wetherell) Godfrey, died December 20, 1960.
Mr. Godfrey was employed 41 years at the plant before retiring. He was a member of Grace United Methodist Church in McConnelsville.
Surviving are his widow, Oma (Hyatt) Godfrey; a daughter, Mrs. Ora Bohn of Zanesville; a son, Karl Godfrey of Newton Falls; a step-son, Louie Lyon of Lima; eight grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. A son (Herman), sister (Maggie) and a brother(William) are deceased.
Friends may call 7 to 9 p.m. today and 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Saturday at Miller Funeral Home in McConnelsville where services will be held at 3 p.m. Sunday. Burial will be in Malta Cemetery.
More About Wesley James Godfrey:
Burial: December 26, 1971, Malta Union Cemetery, Malta Township, Morgan County, Ohio.
Fact 1: Inscription on headstone reads, "Godfrey, Oma G. 1901-1984. Wesley J. 1883-1971"
Children of Lucy Wetherell and Wesley Godfrey are:
+ 26 i. Ora May6 Godfrey, born May 14, 1908 in Malta Township, Morgan County, Ohio; died April 29, 1997 in Zanesville, Muskingum County, Ohio. (Adam's Lane Care Center, 1856 Adams Ln.).
+ 27 ii. Karl Estelle Godfrey, born December 04, 1910 in Malta Township, Morgan County, Ohio; died June 16, 1990 in Newton Falls, Ohio.
28 iii. Herman Wetherell Godfrey, born July 25, 1914 in Malta Township, Morgan County, Ohio; died December 01, 1936 in McConnelsville, Morgan County, Ohio.
Notes for Herman Wetherell Godfrey:
The McConnelsville Herald
Thurs. December 3, 1936
Morgan County, Ohio
(obituary)
HERMAN W. GODFREY STRUCK AND INSTANTLY KILLED BY TRUCK - SHOCKING ACCIDENT FATAL TO POPULAR LOCAL YOUTH - TRUCK DRIVER CHARGED WITH SECOND DEGREE MANSLAUGHTER.
(to be finished later)
The Times Recorder
Wed. December 2, 1936
Zanesville, Muskingum County, Ohio
(obituary)
YOUTH IS KILLED INSTANLY WHEN STRUCK BY TRUCK - HERMAN GODFREY, MORGAN COUNTY, VICTIM OF ACCIDENT - FILE CHARGES.
McConnelsville, Ohio December 1 - Harry McDaniel was bound over to the grand jury under $1,000 bond when arraigned Tuesday afternoon before L. N. Seaman, justice of the peace, charged with manslaughter in the death of Herman Wetherell Godfrey, 23, which occurred Tuesday morning at 9 o'clock when the feed truck McDaniel was driving struck Godfrey on the Zanesville road.
The accident occurred near the Head filling station a short distance from the Godfrey home where the youth lived with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Wesley Godfrey. Herman had started to walk to McConnelsville two miles distant when hit by the truck which was loaded with feed.
His head and body were crushed in the accident. The truck was headed south, the same direction the youth was walking. When McDaniel was arraigned he waived preliminary examination.
Herman graduated with the class of 1932 from M & M. High School. He was a member of the Church of the Nazarene at Malta.
Besides his parents he is survived by one sister, Mrs. Ora Bohn registered nurse of Zanesville and a brother, Karl Godfrey of near McConnelsville.
The body is resting at the home of the boy's uncle and aunt, Mr. and Mrs. Hiram J. (& Maggie) Leggett.
Funeral services will be held at 2 o'clock Thursday afternoon at the Church of the Nazarene in Malta with Rev. Moore officiating. Burial will be made in the McConnelsville Cemetery. Miller undertakers are in charge.
More About Herman Wetherell Godfrey:
Burial: McConnelsville Cemetery, Morgan County, Ohio
Fact 1: Inscription on headstone reads, "Herman W. Godfrey 1914-1936"
25. Emmet Carlton5 Scott (Elmer Elsworth4, Cyrus3, John2, John1) was born January 23, 1887 in Pennsville Township, Morgan County, Ohio, and died January 02, 1958 in Marietta, Ohio. (Marietta Hospital). He married Faith Bingman Best January 23, 1910 in Morgan County, Ohio, daughter of William Best and Florence Aber. She was born October 19, 1891 in Morgan County, Ohio, and died June 21, 1974 in McConnelsville, Morgan County , Ohio.
Notes for Emmet Carlton Scott:
The McConnelsville Herald
Thurs. November 23, 1939
Morgan County, Ohio
EMMETT SCOTT BITTEN BY GRAY FOX WITH RABIES, IS TAKEN ANTI-RABIES TREATMENT
When a man bites a dog, that is news, and when a fox with rabies bites a man, that also is news. That is what happened to Emmett Scott of the White Pigeon neighborhood, west of Pennsville, he was bitten Saturday morning by a fox which was raiding his poultry. On Friday night his son, Dale had been out hunting with the Emmett Scott home and when returning, the dog was attacked and bitten by a gray fox. Before daylight Saturday morning, Scott was awakened by a noise in his poultry house and he arose and went to investigate. Before reaching the house, he was attacked by a gray fox and bitten through the leg of his trousers, the teeth of the fox penetrating into the fleshy part of his lower limb. The fox escaped. Shortly after daylight, the Scotts were again aroused by a disturbance in their hog lot and upon investigating, found a gray fox to be the cause of the alarm. The fox was killed with a shotgun.
In a communication by telephone, yesterday afternoon, from the State Department of Health, Dr. Northrup, health commissioner for the county, and Game Warden Alvin B. Parmiter were apprised that a chemical analysis of the fox's head showed positive, and the fox had rabies. Mr. Scott is being given ant-rabies serum, and all precautions will be taken by health officials to prevent any further spread of this dread disease.
More About Emmet Carlton Scott:
Burial: Malta Union Cemetery, Malta Township, Morgan County, Ohio
Fact 1: Inscription on headstone reads, "Scott, Faith 1891-1974. Emmet C. 1887-1958" (row 3-24-9).
More About Faith Bingman Best:
Burial: Malta Union Cemetery, Malta Township, Morgan County, Ohio
Fact 1: Inscription on headstone reads, "Scott, Faith 1891-1974. Emmet C. 1887-1958" (row 3-24-8).
Children of Emmet Scott and Faith Best are:
+ 29 i. Norman Best6 Scott, born December 09, 1910 in Washington County, Luke Chute, Ohio; died March 12, 2000 in McConnelsville, Morgan County, Ohio. (Mark Rest Center).
30 ii. Raymond E. Scott, born August 08, 1912 in Morgan County, Ohio; died April 13, 1915 in Pennsville Township, Morgan County, Ohio.
More About Raymond E. Scott:
Burial: Malta Union Cemetery, Malta Township, Morgan County, Ohio. (row 3-24-6)
Fact 1: Inscription on headstone reads, "Raymond son of Emmet & Faith Scott 1912-1915"
Fact 2: He died from eating his grandfather's heart pills at home.
31 iii. Glen Aber Scott, born July 15, 1914 in Morgan County, Ohio. He married Mabel Sees June 30, 1940 in Morgan County, Ohio; born 1917.
32 iv. Nina A. Scott, born March 05, 1916 in Morgan County, Ohio; died August 24, 1919 in Pennsville Township, Morgan County, Ohio. (Fell down stairs at home).
More About Nina A. Scott:
Burial: Malta Union Cemetery, Malta Township, Morgan County, Ohio
Fact 1: Inscription on headstone reads, "Nina Scott 1916-1919" (row 3-24-7)
33 v. Dale E. Scott, born May 18, 1920 in Morgan County, Ohio; died August 16, 1976 in McConnelsville, Morgan Co., Ohio (at home). He married Freda Lenore Lyne October 21, 1942 in Morgan County, Ohio; born 1924.
34 vi. Lila A. Scott, born October 14, 1921 in Morgan County, Ohio. She married (1) Richard H. Stegner September 27, 1946 in Morgan County, Ohio; born May 31, 1920; died 1978. She married (2) Carlton Martin August 30, 1986 in Malta U. M. Church in Morgan County, Ohio; born February 03, 1917.
35 vii. Dwight Carlton Scott, born November 06, 1923 in McConnelsville, Morgan County , Ohio. He married Edith Pauline Hall January 01, 1949 in McConnelsville, Morgan County , Ohio; born 1929.
36 viii. Dana Lee Scott, born May 18, 1926 in Morgan County, Ohio. He married Donna Jean Clemens May 18, 1953 in Morgan County, Ohio; born 1930; died 1987.
Generation No. 6
26. Ora May6 Godfrey (Lucy Edna5 Wetherell, Hannah Deborah4 Scott, Cyrus3, John2, John1) was born May 14, 1908 in Malta Township, Morgan County, Ohio, and died April 29, 1997 in Zanesville, Muskingum County, Ohio. (Adam's Lane Care Center, 1856 Adams Ln.). She married Charles Louis Bohn September 29, 1930 in St. Nicholas Catholic Church Rectory, Muskingum County, Zanesville, Ohio by Rev. A. L. Leininger, son of Henry Bohn and Mary Niebel. He was born August 23, 1907 in Zanesville, Muskingum County, Ohio. ( 88 Greenwood Avenue as the address was in 1907), and died December 26, 1996 in Zanesville, Muskingum County, Ohio. (Good Samaritain Hospital).
Notes for Ora May Godfrey:
The Times Recorder
Fri. May 1, 1997
Zanesville, Muskingum County, Ohio
(obituary)
Ora May Bohn, 88, of Zanesville, died at 3:34 p.m. Tuesday, April 29, 1997, at Adams Lane Care Center.
Born May 14, 1908, in Malta, she was a member of St. Nicholas Catholic Church for more than 66 years and a retired Registered Nurse. She was affiliated with both Good Samaritan Medical Center and Bethesda Hospital. She graduated from Malta High School in 1927 and Bethesda Hospital School of Nursing in 1930. She was a member of the Ohio Nurses Association and served as Precinct Judge for Washington Township for many years.
Surviving are four sons, James H. Bohn of Zanesville, Charles J. Bohn of Zanesville, Paul A. Bohn of Mount Sterling, Daniel T. Bohn of Zanesville; eight grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Charles L. Bohn, who died December 26, 1996; her parents, Wesley J. and Lucy E. (Wetherell) Godfrey, an infant son, Charles Wm. Bohn; two brothers Herman Godfrey and Karl Godfrey; and her step-mother, Oma (Hiatt) Lyons Godfrey.
Calling hours will be 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Friday, May 2, 1997, at Bolin Funeral Home, 1271 Blue Ave.
Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Saturday, May 3, 1997, at St. Nicholas Catholic Church with Father Dwayne McNew as celebrant. Burial will be in Mount Olive Cemetery in Zanesville.
Memorial contributions may be made to St. Nicholas School or Good Samaritan Hospice.
More About Ora May Godfrey:
Burial: May 03, 1997, Mt. Olive Cemetery, Washington Township, Muskingum County, Ohio.
Fact 1: Inscription on headstone reads "Bohn, Charles L. Aug. 23, 1907. Dec. 26, 1996. Ora M. May 14, 1908. April 29, 1997"
Fact 2: Her middle name is spelled "May" on the back of her baby picture. (Her mother's handwriting)
Notes for Charles Louis Bohn:
The Zanesville City Directory 1930-1931
Page 153
Bohn, Charles L. (Frank Bohn & Bros) h 987 Greenwood Ave.
The Zanesville City Directory 1933-1934
Page 137
Bohn, Charles L. (Ora) (Frank Bohn & Bros.) h 1139 Greenwood Ave.
The Times Recorder
Sat. December 28, 1996
Zanesville, Muskingum County, Ohio
(obituary)
Charles Louis Bohn, 89, of Zanesville, died at 11:45 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 26, 1996, at Good Samaritan Medical Center.
Born Aug. 23, 1907, in Zanesville, he was a life member of the St. Nicholas Catholic Church, a member of the, Fraternal Order of Eagles for 71 years, and a member of Local 148 United Association of Plumbers and Pipe Fitters. Mr. Bohn was a Journeyman Plumber and a Pipe Fitter.
Surviving are his wife, Ora M. (Godfrey) Bohn, whom he married Sept. 29, 1930; four sons, James H. Bohn of Zanesville, Charles J. Bohn of Zanesville, Paul A. Bohn of Mount Sterling, and Daniel T. Bohn of Zanesville; one sister, Mary R. Gallagher of Birmingham Ala.; eight grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Henry Bohn, Mary L. (Niebel) Bohn; one infant son, Charles Wm. Bohn; three sisters, Louisa Ann Bohn (infant), Anna M. Paul, K. Edna Lowell; and four brothers, Charles H. Bohn (infant), H. Herman Bohn, Frank C. Bohn, Edward W. Bohn.
Calling hours will be 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Monday, Dec. 30, 1996, at Bolin Funeral Home, 1271 Blue Ave., Zanesville, where Eagles Services will be at 6:30 p.m. Monday, and Christian Vigil services will be led by Rev. B. N. Peterson at 7 p.m. Monday.
Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 31, 1996, at St. Nicholas Catholic Church, with Fr. Dwayne McNew as celebrant. Burial will be in Mount Olive Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made to St. Nicholas School.
More About Charles Louis Bohn:
Baptism: Sept. 1, 1907 by Rev. Joseph J. Herman, Sponsors-Raymond Horn, Elizabeth Perone, St. Nicholas Catholic Church.
Burial: December 31, 1996, Mt. Olive Cemetery, Washington Township, Muskingum County, Ohio.
Fact 1: Inscription on headstone reads "Bohn, Charles L. Aug. 23, 1907. Dec. 26, 1996. Ora M. May 14, 1908. April 29, 1997"
Children of Ora Godfrey and Charles Bohn are:
37 i. Charles William7 Bohn, born May 05, 1931 in Zanesville , Muskingum County, Ohio. (Bethesda Hospital); died May 05, 1931 in Zanesville , Muskingum County, Ohio. (Bethesda Hospital).
More About Charles William Bohn:
Burial: Mt. Olive Cemetery, Washington Township, Muskingum County, Ohio
Fact 1: Inscription on headstone reads, "Charles Wm. Bohn, Died May 5, 1931, Infant son of Charles & Ora." (The family all went together and bought him a flat headstone. They set the headstone on Aug. 13, 1999).
38 ii. James Henry Bohn, born February 01, 1933 in Zanesville, Muskingum County, Ohio. (Bethesda Hospital); died July 10, 1997 in Washington Township, Zanesville, Muskingum County, Ohio. (2760 Boggs Road). He married Janet Sue Severt December 29, 1962 in St. Nicholas Catholic Church, Zanesville Muskingum County, Ohio by Rev. Frank Meagher; born April 16, 1944 in Gallia County, Ohio, Dry Ridge Rd..
Notes for James Henry Bohn:
Enlisted in the Army, September 27, 1956
Transfer or Release from active duty from Fort Bragg, North Carolina on September 26, 1958
Honorable Discharge, August 31, 1962 (ER 52 414 373, PFC, USAR)
The Times Recorder
Fri. July 11, 1997
Zanesville, Muskingum County, Ohio
(obituary)
James H. Bohn Sr., 64, of Zanesville, died at 6:20 A.M. Thursday, July 10, 1997, at his residence.
Born February 1, 1933, in Zanesville, he was a member of St. Nicholas Catholic Church and was a 2nd degree member of the Knights of Columbus. He was also a veteran Paratrooper of the 82nd Airborne Division, a past member of the Muskingum Home Builders Association, and he owned and operated Bohn Water Well Drilling until retiring in 1976.
Surviving are his wife, Janet (Severt) Bohn, whom he married December 29, 1962; one daughter, Dianna S. Urogi of Zanesville; three sons and two daughters in-law, James H. and Darla J. Bohn Jr. of Adamsville, Phillip S. Bohn of Zanesville, and Darrin W. and Lisa P. Bohn of Zanesville; three brothers and two sisters in-law, Charles J. and Mary Bohn of Zanesville, Paul A. and Nancy L. Bohn of Mount Sterling, and Daniel T. Bohn of Zanesville; and three grandchildren, James H. III, Angela M. and Nicholas Bohn.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Charles L. and Ora M. Godfrey Bohn; and one brother, Charles W. Bohn, who died in infancy.
Calling hours will be 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. today at Bolin Funeral Home, 1271 Blue Ave., where Christian Vigil services will be at 5:30 p.m. today with Rev. Mr. B. N. Peterson officiating.
Funeral mass will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Saturday, July 12, 1997, at St. Nicholas Catholic Church with Father Dwayne McNew as celebrant. Burial will be in Mount Olive Cemetery, where the VFW George Selsam Post 1058 will hold military services. Memorial contributions may be made to Genesis Good Samaritan Hospice or St. Nicholas Catholic Church.
More About James Henry Bohn:
Baptism: February 19, 1933, St. Nicholas Catholic Church by Rev. Joseph G. Bender. Sponsers were Herman and Anna Paul.
Burial: July 12, 1997, Mt. Olive Cemetery, Washington Township, Muskingum County, Ohio.
Fact 1: Inscription on headstone reads "Bohn, James H. Feb. 1, 1933. July 10, 1997."
First Communion: April 27, 1941, St. Nicholas Catholic Church by Rev. Joseph G. Bender, Zanesville, Muskingum County, Ohio.
More About Janet Sue Severt:
Baptism: 1963, St. Nicholas Catholic Church by Rev. Frank Meagher.
39 iii. Charles Joseph Bohn, born November 21, 1934 in Zanesville, Muskingum County, Ohio. (Bethesda Hospital); died August 23, 2004 in Washington Township, Muskingum County, Ohio. He married Pyretta Mary Reid October 17, 1959 in St. Nicholas Catholic Church Zanesville, Ohio by Monsr. Linus Dury; born October 25, 1937.
Notes for Charles Joseph Bohn:
Note by Phillip S. Bohn, August 23, 2004 10:30 p.m
Uncle Charlie died early this morning around 3:00 a.m.
The Times Recorder
Tues. August 24, 2004
Zanesville, Muskingum County, Ohio
(obituary)
ZANESVILLE -- Charles J. Bohn, 69, of Zanesville, went home to God at 3 a.m. Monday, Aug. 23, 2004, at his residence after an 11 year battle with Leukemia.
He was born Wednesday, Nov. 21, 1934, in Zanesville, to the late Charles L. and Ora Godfrey Bohn. He was a lifetime member of St. Nicholas Catholic Church and a graduate of Rosecrans High School. He served on the Saint Nicholas Church finance committee and was president of the Saint Nicholas School Board in the 1980s. He was also a lifetime member of the Knights of Columbus, serving as a former trustee. He served six years in the 342nd M.P.s Reserves, retiring as a sergeant. He retired after 42 years with Sears Roebuck and Co.
Surviving is his beloved wife of 44 years, Pyretta Mary Bohn, whom he married Oct. 17,1959; a daughter, Rebecca Ann (Tim) Matteson of Richwood; a son, Stephen C. (Angela) Bohn of Hillard; grandchildren, Jason, Valerie, Brian, and Aaron; and brothers, Paul (Nancy) Bohn of Mount Sterling, Daniel (Phyllis) Bohn of Zanesville.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, James H. Bohn Sr.; and an infant brother, Charles William Bohn.
Calling hours will be held from 5 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 25, at the Hillis & Hardwick Funeral Home, 935 Forest Ave., with Christian Vigil services at 5 p.m.
Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 26, 2004, at St. Nicholas Catholic Church, with Father Robert Kitsmiller officiating. Burial will be in Mount Olive Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, Charles wishes donations be made in his memory to the Leukemia Society or Genesis Hospice, Morrison House.
Send a personal condolence note or sign the online register book at www.hillishardwickfh.com.
Sat. September 25, 2004 (is when Becky sent this e-mail to me)
Becky's story, growing up with her father
As you all know, my dad went on his wonderful journey home. I had written something about his life that I was going to read at the funeral. I knew that I wouldn't be able to make it when it came to reading it, so I would like to share it with you now.
My dad passed away on August 23,2004. Many of you don't know this, but this was also my Grandpa Bohn's birthday. It's funny how God seems to pick a special day to bring someone home. On the day before my dad died, I was finally inspired to write about his life. I had put it off for a long time, but for some reason that only God knows, the stories just started running through my mind. I think this is another one of God's plans.
Here is the story.
Growing up with a dad like mine, was one of the best childhoods that a daughter could ask for. I think about some of the wonderful memories that he gave to us.
We've been on vacations to see places a child would love to see. We've been to Disney World, Hershey PA, trips to see family and friends, and a trip to the beautiful backwoods of Canada.
I have memories from high school, where everyone knew my dad as a fun dad to be around. We didn't have buses to take us to basketball games, track meets, and some of the other events at school. It was a small group of parents that would always volunteer to be our chauffers. When my dad was available to drive, we always had a car full of giggling teenagers. He would laugh and joke with us, just like he was a teenager himself. I still keep in touch with some of my friends from high school, and when would reminisce, the subject of my dad would always come up. There would be memories to share and a giggle or two when they would think about some of his jokes and the smile he always had on his face.
Dad also had a commitment to his family and was always willing to do anything when the needed help with a project of just someone to talk to. As a brother, son,father and husband, you couldn't ask for a better person. I can only hope I can be half the person that he was.
There was was one thing that my dad did that shows you just the kind of person he was to his family. Dad had lost his father, mother and brother all within seven months. He never felt sorry for himself or let others feel pity for him. He became the glue that held his family together. He became a surrogate father to his brothers and his nephews. His strength was passed on to them, to make sure they had a friend to listen and guide them through life's journey. When he came to the extended family gatherings, he always had a smile on his face and an audience of family members.
Another "family" that he had was the group of people that he worked with at Sears. He worked for Sears for 42 years which is something that you just don't see anymore. It would be very hard to find someone so dedicated to a job that they would stay with that company for so long, or would consider some of his co-workers lifelong friends.
One of my dad's favorite phrases, "It's a beautiful day", was always a greeting you would hear from him. It might have not been a good day at work, but you would still hear him saying it to everyone he met. My grandfather also worked at Sears and that is where my mom met my dad. My grandfather had a habit of whistling or humming at work, and people would ask him why he would do that. His answer, "To keep from crying". I guess everyone had a way of dealing with Sears,lol. They both made it to retirement, so, I guess it worked.
When my dad found out he didn't have much time left on this earth, he made sure that everyone knew he loved them and he was ready to made the journey from this life to the beautiful life he would have with God in heaven.
After my dad knew that he was dying and that the end was near, my brother and I had the chance to spend some quiet time with him. I had some wonderful conversations with him. We would take turns lying next to im on the bed, just like we did when we were young. It was so comforting to talk about the memories and how his faith had allowed him to accept death.Towards the end, his only concern was there or not we would be okay without him. This shows the selflessness that molded his character. He was a truly and just man. He also said he would check in on us from time to time, to help guide us through this journey that we call life. I'd like to think of him as our personal guardian angel. One of the last things that I told him, tell God to to save a spot for us in heaven and that we would see him in 30 or 40 years. I would like to end this tribute with a few things he would have said to do before it was to late:
Be a friend a friend would like to have.
Never fail to tell someone,"I love you."
Each day is a gift, not something God owes you.
When you ask someone how they are, take the time to listen, and show compassion when it is due.
Always say "Thank you."
Smile and say hello to everyone you meet, even strangers you may pass on the street.
Never be judgemental, only God is the final judge.
Be silly sometimes, see life through the eyes of a child.
Remember, growing old is mandatory, growing up is not.
Enjoy a good belly laugh.
Next time you take a walk, see if you remember how to skip.
Cry with a friend, it will make you both feel better.
Call a friend, send a card,an e-mail or a letter, for no reason other than to tell someone you are thinking about them.
Giver forgiveness when forgiveness is due. Never hold a grudge.
Accept people as they are, they are responsible for what they do, all you can do is help to guide them.
And one of our favorite quotes that my dad and I would laugh about, "Lord, let me be the person that my dog thinks I am. Sounds silly, but think about it for a while.
On that Monday morning, not only did we lose a wonderful, father, husband and friend, but for me, I lost my best friend.
Take care of him God, I know he will be waiting for us.
I love you all,
Becky
More About Charles Joseph Bohn:
Burial: August 26, 2004, Mt. Olive Catholic Cemetery, Washington Township, Muskingum County, Ohio
40 iv. Paul Albert Bohn, born June 18, 1943 in Zanesville , Muskingum County Ohio. (Bethesda Hospital). He married Nancy Lee Schellkopf November 17, 1973 in Columbus, Ohio; born January 06, 1950 in Elmira, New York.
41 v. Daniel Thomas Bohn, born July 10, 1949 in Zanesville, Muskingum County, Ohio. (Bethesda Hospital). He married (1) Stephanie Anne Zigo May 25, 1974 in St. Nicholas Catholic Church, Zanesville, Muskingum County, Ohio by Msgr. Linus J. Dury & Rev. Paul Scanlon; born July 18, 1950 in Zanesville , Muskingum County, Ohio. He married (2) Phyllis Ann Sites July 20, 1998 in Moorehead, Kentucky; born January 11, 1954 in Zanesville, Muskingum County, Ohio.
Notes for Daniel Thomas Bohn:
Uncle Dan graduated from Zanesville High School in 1967.
He enlisted in the Army in September 1968, Company D, 1st Maintenance Battalion.
Notes for Phyllis Ann Sites:
Phyllis was married to Ronald Lee Wood. They have a daughter, Ronna Wood, she just graduated from John Glenn High school this year (2000).
27. Karl Estelle6 Godfrey (Lucy Edna5 Wetherell, Hannah Deborah4 Scott, Cyrus3, John2, John1) was born December 04, 1910 in Malta Township, Morgan County, Ohio, and died June 16, 1990 in Newton Falls, Ohio. He married Rae Janes August 08, 1932 in Pittsburgh, daughter of Oscar Janes and Dora Love. She was born June 14, 1914 in Morgan county, Ohio ?, and died September 20, 1987 in Cape Coral, Florida.
Notes for Karl Estelle Godfrey:
The Morgan County Democrat
Thurs. August 11, 1932
GODFREY - JANES WEDDING
Miss Rae Janes and Mr. Carl Godfrey were united in marriage Monday, the ceremony taking place in Pittsburgh. They are now at the home of the groom's parents, Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Godfrey in Malta. Mr. Godfrey is employed in road work. He is a graduate of M & M High School, of the class of 1931. The bride graduated from this year from the Ringold High School. She is a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Oscar Janes of the west side, and is a grandaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Love of Malta.
Warren Tribune Chronicle
June 18, 1990
Warren, Ohio
(obituary)
Newton Falls - Karl E. Godfrey, 79, 2200 Milton Boulevard, died at 12;15 a.m. Sunday in Laurie Ann Nursing Home.
Mr. Godfrey was born December 10, 1910, in Malta, Ohio, the son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Wesley Godfrey.
His wife, Rae Janes Godfrey preceded him in death.
A self employed Sign Painter, he was a member of the First Christian Church.
Survivors include three sons, Bud R. of Newton Falls, Richard B. of Punta Gorda, Fla., David J. of of Cape Coral, Fla.; a daughter, Dorothy Robinson of Tallmadge, a sister, Ora Bohn of Zanesville; 10 grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren. A son, Bobby Gene, and a brother Herman, preceded him in death.
There will be no service or calling hours. Cremation has taken place.
James Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Notes for Rae Janes:
Newspaper Obituary
September 1987
Mrs. Karl (Rae Janes) Godfrey, 73, died at Cape Coral, Florida, on Sunday, Sept. 20, after a short illness.
She was the daughter of the late Oscar and Dora (Love) Janes.
Mrs. Godfrey was a Christian by faith.
She is survived by her husband, Karl; three sons, Buddy of Newton Falls, David of Cape Coral, Florida, and Dicky of Tampa, Florida; and one daughter, Dorothy Robinson of Talmadge, Ohio; 10 grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; a sister, Mabel Davis of near Malta; and a brother, Robert Janes of McConnelsville.
She was preceded in death by a son, Bobby; four brothers and one sister.
The body is to be cremated.
Children of Karl Godfrey and Rae Janes are:
42 i. David J.7 Godfrey.
43 ii. Richard B. Godfrey.
44 iii. Buddy R. Godfrey, born November 20, 1934. He married Barbara.
45 iv. Bobby Gene Godfrey, born May 21, 1935; died 1943.
46 v. Dororthy Godfrey, born May 02, 1946. She married Robinson.
29. Norman Best6 Scott (Emmet Carlton5, Elmer Elsworth4, Cyrus3, John2, John1) was born December 09, 1910 in Washington County, Luke Chute, Ohio, and died March 12, 2000 in McConnelsville, Morgan County, Ohio. (Mark Rest Center). He married Mildred Pearl McInturf December 09, 1933 in Pleasants County, West Virginia. (St. Marys Church). She was born 1908, and died February 18, 1991.
Notes for Norman Best Scott:
The Times Recorder
Tues. March 14, 2000
Zanesville, Muskingum County, Ohio
(obituary)
McConnelsville - Norman B. Scott, 89, of Route 1, Pennsville, died at 1:35 p.m. Sunday, March 12, 2000, at Mark Rest Center, McConnelsville.
Born December 9, 1910, he was a retired farmer and worked at Malta Manufacturing for 21 years. He was a member of Pennsville Church of Christ, Malta Grange 717 and National Rifle Association.
Surviving are two sons, Keith and Carmelita Scott of Blue Rock and Douglas and Beverly Scott of Albany; two brothers, Dwight Scott of McConnelsville and Dana Scott of Pennsville; one sister, Lila Stegner Martin of Coshocton; five grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-granddaughter.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Emmet and Faith Best Scott Scott; his wife, Mildred P. McInturf Scott, who died February 18, 1991; two daughters, Kaye and Norma Scott; three brothers, Glenn, Dale and Raymond Scott; and one sister, Nina Scott.
Calling hours will be 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today at Matheney Funeral Home, 165 N. Kennebec Avenue, McConnelsville.
Services will be 1 p.m. Wednesday, March 15, 2000, at the funeral home with Evangelist Randy Baker officiating. Burial will be in Pennsville Cemetery.
In Lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Pennsville Fire Department or Pennsville Church of Christ.
More About Norman Best Scott:
Burial: March 15, 2000, Pennsville Cemetery, Pennsville Township, Morgan County, Ohio
Children of Norman Scott and Mildred McInturf are:
47 i. Douglas7 Scott, born May 21, 1942 in Stockport, Windsor Township, Morgan County, Ohio; died October 18, 2004 in Columbus, Ohio (Riverside Hospital). He married Beverly A. Fogle August 16, 1963.
Notes for Douglas Scott:
The Times Recorder
Wed. October 20, 2004
Zanesville, Muskingum County, Ohio
(obituary)
ALBANY -- Douglas C. Scott, 62, of Albany, formerly of Pennsville, died Monday morning, Oct. 18, 2004, at Riverside Hospital, Columbus, after a massive heart attack.
Born May 21, 1942, in Stockport, he was a member of the Pennsville Church of Christ and an Army Reservist out of McConnelsville.
Surviving are his wife, Beverly A. Fogle Scott of Albany, whom he married Aug. 16, 1963; three sons, Kent and Gwyn of Athens, Al and Betty of Leesville and Darren and Lisa of Chesterhill; 13 grandchildren, Nate, Matthew, Steven, Zach, Lindsey, Daniel, Cameron, Kyle, Garrett, Jacob, Benjamin, Devin and Taylor; a brother, Keith and Carmelita Scott of Chandlersville; and numerous family members.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Norman and Mildred McInturf Scott of Pennsville.
"There is a lot of love in our house!" Doug will always be cherished for being a loving husband, dedicated father, endearing grandfather, knowledgeable coach and above all, a very devoted family man.
Calling hours will be 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today at Matheney Funeral Home, 165 N. Kennebec Ave., McConnelsville and one hour prior to services.
Services will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 21, 2004, at the funeral home with Evangelist Randy Baker officiating. Burial will be in Pennsville Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made to Pennsville Church of Christ.
More About Douglas Scott:
Burial: October 21, 2004, Pennsville Cemetery, Pennsville Township, Morgan County, Ohio
48 ii. Kaye Scott, died Bef. March 12, 2000.
49 iii. Keith Scott. He married Carmelita.
Notes for Keith Scott:
Note by Phillip Bohn, Oct. 21, 2004:
My Father drilled his water well in Chandlersville abt. 1978. There was an old log house and an old Persimmon tree on his property at that time. I remember going to work with my father to drill his well.
50 iv. Norma Scott, died Bef. March 12, 2000.