Michael Francis Carroll (b. April 15, 1846, d. February 01, 1914)
Michael Francis Carroll
Michael Francis Carroll was born April 15, 1846 in County Claire, Ireland, and died February 01, 1914 in Hillsboro OH. He married Mary Louise Malone.
Notes for Michael Francis Carroll: Bio and Death Notice from the Hillsboro Newspaper - 1914
CAPT. CARROLL PASSES AWAY Prominent Carriage Manufacturer Died at His Home Sunday Night FUNERAL ON WEDNESDAY At St Mary's Catholic Church...Survived by Widow and Nine Children...He Was Born in Ireland
Capt. Michael Francis Carroll, one of Hillsboro's most prominent and best citizens, died at his home here on Sunday night at 10:30, after a long illness with nervous trouble which affected his spine. The funeral services were held on Wednesday morning at 9 o'clock at St. Mary's Church, conduct- ed by Rev. Fr. McLeigh. Interment was made in the Catholic Cemetery. Capt. Carroll was born in County Claire Ireland, April 15, 1846 and came to this country with his parents when six years old. His parents moved to Hillsboro shortly after coming to America and here Capt. Carroll received his education and lived with the exception of a few years until his death. While he was not an enlisted soldier in the War of the Rebellion, he was with Sherman's Army on it's march to the sea, serving as a blacksmith. In 1872 he was married to Miss Mary Malone. To them were born nine children, who with his widow, survive him.The children are, Joseph E, Bert, William, Charles, Mrs A. W. Underwood, Mrs. James Foley, and Misses Rosemary and Alice, all of this city, and Mrs Hoyt Griffith of Pittsburgh, PA. In 1874, Mr. Carroll started the carriage business with Ed Wright in a room where the City Building stands today. The business was next run in the room now occupied by Nickeson's Meat Market. In 1876, A. W. Downham purchased the interest of Wright, and in 1879 the business was removed to it's present location on Short Street. In 1894, Mr. Carroll purchased the interest of Mr. Downham and conducted the business alone until 1902 when he took his four sons in as partners. In January, 1911 the business was incorporated, the name being, M. F. Carroll & Sons Co. Capt. Carroll was a man of high character, integrity, energetic, and of sound business judgement. From a small beginning he built up his business until he was one of the leading carriage manufacturers in this section of Ohio. For fifteen years, he was chief of the Hillsboro Fire Department, and it was from this service, that he secured his title of captain. It was a pleasure to meet Capt Carroll in a social way, as he was always affable and courteous and like most Irishmen posessed a rare sense of humor. He was a public spirited citizen, always aiding both by his work and in a financial way every movement for the upbuilding of the communtiy. His death is a distinct loss to Hillsboro.
Resoloutions of Respect Wheras the omnipotent Father has called from our midst, Captain Michael Francis Carroll, one of our most highly respected citizens and one who faithfully served as Chief of the Fire Department of the village for fifteen years: Be it resolved by the members of the Fire Department, that inasmuch that the deceased was always and ever most highly esteemed by all: that he was ever ready and on the alert to render most valuable services in case of fire: that he was never known to be tardy or to shirk his duty, we have always had for him the highest regard and respectfully dedicate these lines to his memory. Be it further resolved that in consideration of the duties performed by our worthy friend and companion, that the fire bell be tolled at the funeral hour, that the department precede the funeral procession to the cemetery and that our sympathies be extended to the family. The Hillsboro Fire Company
More About Michael Francis Carroll: Burial: 1914, Hillsboro OH, St Mary's Cemetary. Emigration: 1852, From Ireland (Age 6 Years). Honorary Title: Captain. Occupation: Bet. 1877 - 1914, Carriage Manufacturer.
Children of Michael Francis Carroll and Mary Louise Malone are:
Michael Francis Carroll (b. April 15, 1846, d. February 01, 1914)
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