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     Melinda Hannah Everly was born on 27 May 1836 at Cass Township, Monongalia County, Virginia.² She was the daughter of Reason Howard Everly and Lieurena Morris.³ Melinda Hannah Everly married Rawley R. Waters, son of George Dement Waters and Nancy Evans, on 22 November 1859 at Monongalia County, Virginia.³ Melinda Hannah Everly died on 9 January 1915 at Alden, Freeborn County, Minnesota, at age 78.⁴ Her obituary read, "BURY MRS. WALTERS [WATERS] HERE. – Former Resident of Manhattan dies at Alden, Minn. The body of Mrs. M. R. Walters [Waters], who died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Elsie Conner, at Alden, Minn., Friday, will be buried in Sunset cemetery tomorrow morning. Mrs. Conner will arrive in Manhattan tonight with the body of her mother. Mrs. Walters [Waters] lived in this city for a number of years. Two daughters have taught school in Manhattan and Riley county schools."⁴ She was buried at Sunset Cemetery, Manhattan, Riley County, Kansas.⁴

     Rawley R. Waters was born in 1826 at Monongalia County, Virginia.¹ He was the son of George Dement Waters and Nancy Evans.¹ Rawley R. Waters married Melinda Hannah Everly, daughter of Reason Howard Everly and Lieurena Morris, on 22 November 1859 at Monongalia County, Virginia.³ Rawley R. Waters died on 11 January 1892 at Geary County, Kansas.¹ He was buried at Sunset Cemetery, Manhattan, Riley County, Kansas.¹

     Albert G. "Golden" Everly was born on 1 December 1837 at Cass Township, Monongalia County, Virginia.² He was the son of Reason Howard Everly and Lieurena Morris.¹ Albert G. "Golden" Everly married Caroline Dilliner, daughter of Ambrose Dilliner and Elizabeth Griffin.³ Albert G. "Golden" Everly died on 9 April 1909 at age 71.⁴ He was buried at Cherry Point Cemetery, Evans Township, Marshall County, Illinois.⁴

     Caroline Dilliner was born in 1840.¹ She was the daughter of Ambrose Dilliner and Elizabeth Griffin.² Caroline Dilliner married Albert G. "Golden" Everly, son of Reason Howard Everly and Lieurena Morris.³ Caroline Dilliner died on 1 March 1883.⁴ She was buried on 3 March 1883 at Cherry Point Cemetery, Evans Township, Marshall County, Illinois.⁴

     Huldah A. Everly was born on 18 November 1839 at Cass Township, Monongalia County, Virginia.² She was the daughter of Reason Howard Everly and Lieurena Morris.¹ Huldah A. Everly married James Henry Hildebrand on 3 September 1859.¹ Huldah A. Everly died on 19 March 1888 at age 48.¹

     James Henry Hildebrand was born circa 1844 at Virginia.¹ He married Huldah A. Everly, daughter of Reason Howard Everly and Lieurena Morris, on 3 September 1859.² James Henry Hildebrand died on 9 August 1877 at Monongalia, Monongalia County, West Virginia.¹

     Eliza Jane Everly was born on 22 August 1842 at Morgantown, Monongalia County, Virginia.² She was the daughter of Reason Howard Everly and Lieurena Morris.¹ Eliza Jane Everly married Henry Clay Baker, son of Samuel Baker and Mary Dougan, on 5 February 1859 at Monongalia County, Virginia.¹ Eliza Jane Everly died on 21 May 1893 at Morgantown, Monongalia County, West Virginia, at age 50.² She was buried at Oak Grove Cemetery, Morgantown, Monongalia County, West Virginia.³

     Henry Clay Baker was born on 11 January 1840 at Morgantown, Monongalia County, Virginia.¹ He was the son of Samuel Baker and Mary Dougan.¹ Henry Clay Baker married Eliza Jane Everly, daughter of Reason Howard Everly and Lieurena Morris, on 5 February 1859 at Monongalia County, Virginia.² Henry Clay Baker died on 4 January 1900 at Morgantown, Monongalia County, West Virginia, at age 59.¹ He was buried at Oak Grove Cemetery, Morgantown, Monongalia County, West Virginia.³

     Minnie E. Oetting was born circa 1854 at Pennsylvania.¹

     Catherine Elizabeth Courtney was born on 24 January 1847 at Monongalia County, Virginia.² She was the daughter of Robert Wesley Courtney and Lydia Catherine Smyth.² Catherine Elizabeth Courtney married Reason Coil Everly, son of Reason Howard Everly and Lieurena Morris, on 25 June 1865 at West Virginia.³ Catherine Elizabeth Courtney married John H. Kessel on 23 March 1905.² Catherine Elizabeth Courtney died on 17 February 1926 at Osborne, Osborne County, Kansas, at age 79.² Her obituary read, "MRS. J. KESSEL. Catherine Elizabeth Courtney, daughter of Wesley and Lydia Courtney was born January 24, 1847 in Mononghaley [Monongalia] Co., W. Va., and passed away at her home in Osborne, Kans., Feb. 17, 1926, aged 79 years, 24 days. She was married to Reason Coil Everley, June 25, 1865. To this union was born eight children, of whom seven survive her; one having passed away in early childhood in Illinois. Those now living are: Ida Malin of Kingman, Kans; Will Everley of Beloit, Kansas; Lou Keener, of Sharon, Kan; Viola Selander of Patch Grove, Wis; Lizzie Dilliner of Delphos, Kans; Walter Everley of Kansas City, Mo. and Ella McDaneld of Osborne, Kansas. She with her husband and three children came to Kansas in 172 [1872] and homesteaded in Cloud county. Sixteen years later the husband passed away. She continued to make her home in Cloud Co., until March 23, 1905, when she was married to John H. Kessel of Osborne, Kans., who survives her. [Unknown lines too light to read.]…one brother, three sisters, seventeen grandchildren, ten great grandchildren and many other relatives and friends. ‘Aunt Kate' as she was known by many was converted when about 16 years of age and united with the Methodist church. Later in life she united with the Free Methodist church of which she remained a faithful member until her death. She was a kind and loving wife and mother.
Through all the years of her suffering, she was remarkably patient and uncomplaining, always trustig [trusting] in God."² She was buried at Bethel Cemetery, Meredith Township, Cloud County, Kansas.²

     Simeon Oliver Everley was born on 6 May 1846 at near Morgantown, Monongalia County, Virginia.² He was the son of Reason Howard Everly and Lieurena Morris.¹ Simeon Oliver Everley married Martha Anna Haldeman, daughter of Thomas Abraham Haldeman and Maria Louisa Baldwin, on 25 December 1872.¹ Simeon Oliver Everley died on 2 September 1912 at Glasco, Cloud County, Kansas, at age 66.² His obituary read, "Death of S. O. Everley. Simeon Oliver Everley was born near Morgantown, West Va., May 6, 1846, and died at the family residence in Glasco, Kans., September 2, 1912, aged 66 years, 3 months and 27 days. He had been ill 3 years and 9 months. On Christmas day 1872 he was joined in marriage to Martha Ann Halderman. To this union were born six sons and six daughters, all of whom are living and were present with the wife and mother at his bedside when his spirit took its flight. Mr. Everley was a student in the Morgantown State University and after two years was prevented by sickness from completing the course. He taught school, and later went to the coal fields of Pennsylvania and earned the means to come to Cloud county, Kansas, in 1874. He was a member of the militia in his home state and did duty in guarding bridges and other property as he was ordered. The deceased was twice elected to represent Cloud county in the state legislature and has filled other responsible positions with honor and fidelity. He united with the Methodist Episcopal church at about twenty-one years of age, was a licensed preacher of the same, and among his happiest days were those in which he worked with his hands on laying the walls of the Bethel church. He was of a family of eleven children, four of whom preceded him over the river. While he had been an invalid for the past four years, his last severe illness was of four weeks duration, during which time he suffered extremely, excepting the last two days. The end came peacefully, and he fell asleep, and was gathered unto his fathers. 'Only a little while Of walking with weary feet, Patiently over the thorny way That leads to the golden street. Suffer, if God shall will, And work for Him While we may; From Calvary's cross to Zion's crown Is only a little way. Only a little while,
For toiling a few short days, And then comes the rest, the quiet rest. Eternity's endless praise."² He was buried at Bethel Cemetery, Meredith Township, Cloud County, Kansas.²

     Martha Anna Haldeman was born on 4 March 1854 at Morgantown, Monongalia County, Virginia.² She was the daughter of Thomas Abraham Haldeman and Maria Louisa Baldwin.¹ Martha Anna Haldeman married Simeon Oliver Everley, son of Reason Howard Everly and Lieurena Morris, on 25 December 1872.¹ Martha Anna Haldeman died on 21 February 1919 at California, Washington County, Pennsylvania, at age 64.² Her obituary read, "Mrs. S.O. Everley died at California, Penn., Friday, February 21, apoplexy being the cause of her death. She was a former resident of the Bethel neighborhood and had many friends here who are grieved to learn of her death. The body was brought back here and funeral services, which were largely attended, were held at the Bethel Church Wednesday and burial was in Bethel Cemetery. Martha Halderman was born in Morgantown, W.V. March 4, 1854 and died at her home in California, Pa., Feb. 21, 1919, aged 64 years, 11 months and 17 days. When 2 years of age her family after a short stay in Missouri and Ohio, moved to Uniontown, Pa. where she lived until 15 years of age and then moved back to West. Va. She was married Dec. 25, 1872 to Simeon Oliver Everley. They lived at Dawson Station, Pa. for 18 months, then moved with their little girl Zora to Cloud County, Kansas. Here on the Kansas homestead, eight and one fourth miles from Glasco, they lived many happy years. Here through pioneer hardships and successes they lived and five other little girls and six boys blessed their home. Mr. and Mrs. Everely were builders. They helped in the organization of a Sunday school and a class and also helped to build Bethel Church and community. They loved the old Church and worked with it through prosperity and adversity. Mr. Everley died in Sept. of 1912, and was buried in Bethel cemetery. In 1913 Mrs. Everley moved to Salina, where she remained four years while her children were attending the Kansas Wesleyan University. In October of 1917, Mrs. Everley was again married, to Dr. J.R. Smith of the State Normal School of Pennsylvania. Dr. Smith was a childhood schoolmate of Martha Halderman. Her life at California, Pa. with the companion of her late years, was among the happiest and best of her life.
Martha Halderman was converted in the Methodist Protestant church at Uniontown, Pa. when 11 years old. She joined the Presbyterian church and remained a member of it until she was 15 years old. She moved to West Va. where there was no Presbyterian church, and there she joined the Methodist church. She remained a member of the Methodist church at Bethel until she transferred to California, Pa. in 1917. She leaves a husband, Dr. J.B. Smith, Registrar of the State Normal of Pa., a mother, Mrs. Martha L. Halderman, of Morgantown, West Va., who is in her 90th year; twelve children: Mrs. Zora Casselman of Boynton, Okla; Mrs. Lila Willars, of Glasco, Kans; Mrs. Oliver Bullen of Concordia, Kans; Golden Everley of Glasco; O.V. Everley of Campo, Colo; Howard Everley of Garden City, Mrs. Laura Buckland of Glasco, Victor Everley and Loyal Everley of Glasco, Marion Everley, Opal Everley and Mrs. Merl Whitman of California, Pa; also two brothers, Allen Halderman of Enterprise and Frank Halderman of Morgantown, West Va; also 22 grandchildren, besides other relatives and a host of friends to mourn her death. .......California to her old home near Glasco, where it lay in state until interment on Tuesday at the bethel cemetery. Rev. J.G. Roberts of Allen, Kansas, conducted the funeral. (poem followed) We wish to express our deepest gratitude to the many dear friends who helped in so many ways in our sad hours of bereavement; also to thank those who sent the flowers and sang the songs she loved so well. May God bless one and all who helped. --Dr. J.B. Smith, Mother's twelve children."² She was buried at Bethel Cemetery, Meredith Township, Cloud County, Kansas.²

     Thomas Abraham Haldeman was born on 28 February 1825.² He died on 2 May 1902 at age 77.²

     Maria Louisa Baldwin was born on 15 November 1829.¹ She died on 8 April 1922 at age 92.¹

     Josiah Allen Everly was born on 22 January 1848 at Cass, Monongalia County, Virginia.² He was the son of Reason Howard Everly and Lieurena Morris.¹ Josiah Allen Everly married Amy Lou Walker, daughter of William Riley Walker and Sabina Magill, in 1884.³ Josiah Allen Everly died in 1925 at Dilliner, Greene County, Pennsylvania.² He was buried at Wolfe Cemetery, Dunkard Township, Greene County, Pennsylvania.⁴

     Pearl May Hatfield was born on 5 January 1883 at Fort Wayne, Allen County, Indiana.¹ She was the daughter of William J. Hatfield and Flora Charleswood.² Pearl May Hatfield married Arthur Neville, son of Joseph Ambrose Neville and Sarah Agnes Double, on 3 August 1907 at Mahoning County, Ohio.¹ Pearl May Hatfield died on 20 December 1980 at Cuyahoga Falls, Summit County, Ohio, at age 97.¹

     Simeon Elliot Everly was born on 13 November 1849 at Virginia.² He was the son of Reason Howard Everly and Lieurena Morris.¹ Simeon Elliot Everly married Josephine McClarnan, daughter of Joseph P. McClarnan and Mary Jane Hall, circa 1874.³ Simeon Elliot Everly died on 20 October 1935 at Vandalia, Audrain County, Missouri, at age 85.² His obituary read, "SIMON E. EVERLY DIED SATURDAY MORNING. – Funeral Services Conducted From the Home Sunday Afternoon by Rev. T. J. Smith. – Simeon E. Everly, an aged and highly respected citizen of this community died at his home three miles west of Vandalia early Saturday morning after an illness which has extended over a period of about two months. He was known to be in a serious condition for the past month and his death was expected. Mr. Everly was a native of West Virginia and later moved to Illinois from whence he came to Missouri about thirty years ago where he purchased the home on which he has since lived. He was united in marriage in 1874 to Miss Josephine McLarnan, to which union five children were born. Two of whom survive. He has been one of the painstaking and methodical farmers and has shown excellent results on his farm which he has kept in a high state of cultivation. His farm and improvements showed the best of care and attention until his health failed some two years ago since which time he has been practically helpless and blind. He has been the constant care of his daughter Miss Bertha. He was a man of high honor and dealt with all on the same basis. His time was well spent on his farm and never at any time did he neglect his home. He was a man who thought much of his fireside and was constant and considerate of his loved ones. Preceding him some two years ago his wife departed this life. His three sons, Clarence, Lonnie and William likewise departed this life some few years ago. Lonnie it will be remembered was found dead on the highway near the home a few years previous and no trace of how he ever met his death was ever revealed. He is survived in his family at the present time by his daughter, Miss Bertha who has been constant in her attention and devotion to her father in his declining years and his son Harold Everly of Columbus, Ohio.
His funeral was conducted from the home, Sunday afternoon by Rev. T. J. Smith of the Baptist Church and interment was made in the Vandalia Cemetery beside his wife and three sons. We join with the friends of the family in extending our sympathy in their hour of sorrow."² He was buried at Vandalia Cemetery, Cuivre Township, Audrain County, Missouri.²

     Josephine McClarnan was born on 5 September 1850 at Monongalia County, Virginia.¹ She was the daughter of Joseph P. McClarnan and Mary Jane Hall.² Josephine McClarnan married Simeon Elliot Everly, son of Reason Howard Everly and Lieurena Morris, circa 1874.³ Josephine McClarnan died on 7 May 1933 at Vandalia, Audrain County, Missouri, at age 82.¹ Her obituary read, "Mrs. S. E. Everly Passed Away Sun. – Mrs. S. E. Everly, age 76, passed away at her home near here Sunday afternoon, following an illness of several weeks.
She is a native of Pennsylvania and was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Joe McClarnan. She was married to S. E. Everly in Pennsylvania. They later moved to Illinois and about 30 years ago they moved to Audrain County, where they have resided ever since. To this union five children were born. Three sons have preceded her several years ago. She is survived by her aged husband, one daughter, Miss Bertha at home and one son, Harold Everely [Everly] of Columbus, Ohio. Mrs. Everly to those who knew her best was a very interesting and entertaining woman and has entertained them a number of times with many of the customs of the pioneer days. She was a woman of rare ability and sense and was wont to meet all of the problems of life as they were. She was a devout Christian woman and was a member of the Methodist church and attended church services as long as her health permitted. Her funeral was conducted from the home Tuesday afternoon by Rev. T. J. Smith and her remains were interred in the Vandalia cemetery. We extend our sympathy to the family in their bereavement."¹ She was buried at Vandalia Cemetery, Cuivre Township, Audrain County, Missouri.¹

     Mary Lieurenna Everly was born on 31 December 1851 at Cass, Monongalia County, Virginia.² She was the daughter of Reason Howard Everly and Lieurena Morris.¹ Mary Lieurenna Everly married Benjamin Gans Conn, son of John P. Conn and Hannah Gans, on 30 August 1874.¹ Mary Lieurenna Everly died on 4 April 1932 at Springhill Township, Fayette County, Pennsylvania, at age 80.²

     Benjamin Gans Conn was born on 31 October 1848 at Springhill Township, Fayette County, Pennsylvania.² He was the son of John P. Conn and Hannah Gans.² Benjamin Gans Conn married Mary Lieurenna Everly, daughter of Reason Howard Everly and Lieurena Morris, on 30 August 1874.¹ Benjamin Gans Conn died on 24 September 1935 at Springhill Township, Fayette County, Pennsylvania, at age 86.²

     Isaac Alonzo Everly was born on 12 January 1854 at Monongalia County, Virginia.² He was the son of Reason Howard Everly and Lieurena Morris.¹ Isaac Alonzo Everly married Sarah Margaret Reppert, daughter of John C. Reppert and Artalissa Shroyer, on 21 September 1881.¹ Isaac Alonzo Everly died on 29 April 1922 at Emporia, Kansas, at age 68.² His obituary read, "Isaac Alonzo Everley was born in Monongalia County, West Va., Jan. 12, 1854. He departed this life at his home in Emporia, Kansas, April 29, 1922, aged 68 years, three months and 17 days. He was united in marriage to Sarah M. Reppert, September 21, 1881. To this union were born two daughters, Garnet and Mary. Mary passed away Feb. 20, 1915, and Mrs. Everley March 24, 1920. Mr. I.A. Everley was a member of a family consisting of seven brothers – Simon of Vaudalia, Mo., Allen of Dilliner, West Va; and Marion of Delphos, Kansas, who now survive him. Albert, Coil, and Oliver passed away several years ago. There were also four sisters – Eliza, Malinda and Hulda who are departed, and Mrs. B.G. Conn of Point Marion, Pa. Mr. Everley moved to Cloud County, Kansas, in the spring of 1884. Eighteen years of his life was spent in public school work in West Va. and in Kansas. In 1910 the family moved from the farm near Delphos, Kansas, to Emporia, where they have since resided. Mr. Everley united with the Methodist Church when about fifteen years of age. His life has been one of active Christian work. He served as superintendent of a Sunday-school in Cloud County for a number of years. For the past ten years he had been the teacher of the Berean Class in the Sunday-School of the First Methodist Church at Emporia. Mr. Everley has always had a deep interest in the young people of the church and community. He was a faithful member of the Epworth League and inspired the young people in carrying on its program. His life exemplified a great faith. He knew how to enjoy life, and that through helping others with kind words and by being a friend. His patience was unlimited to the end. While he had been a sufferer for years he always put joy into life by looking on the bright side. His life will live on for his influence has been the best. He was a member of the A.O.U.W. lodge. Funeral services were also held at the Methodist Church at Delphos, Kansas, on Tuesday afternoon, conducted by Rev. Cannon, a former pastor of the church at Delphos. Interment was made in the Delphos Cemetery. Frank, Millard, Ray, Loyal E., Victor E. and Golden Everley acted as pall-bearers, all of whom are nephews."² He was buried at Delphos Cemetery, Sheridan Township, Ottawa County, Kansas.²

     Sarah Margaret Reppert was born on 25 August 1860 at Monongalia County, Virginia.¹ She was the daughter of John C. Reppert and Artalissa Shroyer.¹ Sarah Margaret Reppert married Isaac Alonzo Everly, son of Reason Howard Everly and Lieurena Morris, on 21 September 1881.² Sarah Margaret Reppert died on 23 March 1920 at Emporia, Lyon County, Kansas, at age 59.¹ Her obituary read, "Sarah Everley passed away at Emporia, Wednesday, March 24, 1920, where funeral services were held, and her body brought here for burial. Funeral services were held at the M.E. Church Sunday afternoon, March 28th, in charge of the pastor and the burial was in Delphos cemetery. Sarah Margaret Reppert was born in Monongalia Co., W. Va., Aug 25, 1860. She was married to I.A. Everley Sept. 12, 1881. Two daughters were born, Mary L., who passed on before, Feb. 20, 1915, and Garnet M., who, with her father, survive to mourn her. Mrs. Everley had a sound, clear conversion to Christ in early young womanhood and has walked with her Master through the years. Some five years ago her health began to fail and she realized her time of departure might come soon. She read God's word almost continuously when time would permit and had read the Bible through many times during the five years. Mr. and Mrs. Everley spent much of their married life in the vicinity of Bethel church, moving to Emporia some ten years ago. A good life has ceased on earth to continue in the world beyond."¹ She was buried at Delphos Cemetery, Sheridan Township, Ottawa County, Kansas.¹

     Marion Evans Everley was born on 4 September 1854 at Virginia.¹ He was born on 4 September 1855 at Monongalia County, Virginia.^2,3 He was the son of Reason Howard Everly and Lieurena Morris.⁴ Marion Evans Everley married Rosa Lee John, daughter of James Franklin John and Malinda Pickenpaugh, on 30 August 1874.⁵ Marion Evans Everley died on 7 April 1929 at Delphos, Ottawa County, Kansas, at age 73.⁵ His obituary read, "M. E. EVERLEY. – Marion Evans Everley, son of Reason Howard Everley and Lieurena Morris Everley, was born September 4, 1855 near Rosedale, West Virginia and departed this life April 7, 1929 at Delphos, Kansas. He was the youngest of eleven children, all of whom, except two, have preceded him to the Great Beyond. He was united in marriage to Rosa Lee John, August 30, 1874 to which union five children were born: Allen, Millard, Floy, Ray and Frank. With his wife and son Allen he came to Kansas in March 1876 and settled near Bethel where he lived for almost fourteen years. He then moved near Delphos and has ever since resided in the vicinity. At an early age he united with the Methodist Episcopal church and his life has been spent in the upbuilding of same. For more than fifty years, he was musical director in the churches of which he was a member. There is probably no man in this vicinity who has been more often called and more willingly responded in time of sickness and bereavement than he. He lived a true sacrificial, consistent, christain life and his friends are numbers only by his acquaintances. He was generous to a fault and assistance was never denied. Our community has lost a pioneer, a good neighbor, a true friend, a loving husband and father. What more can a man be? Funeral services for Mr. Everley were held Tuesday afternoon at the Methodist church with Rev. Vielguth in charge and burial was made in the Bethel cemetery."⁵ He was buried at Bethel Cemetery, Meredith Township, Cloud County, Kansas.⁵

     Ruth Selma Neville was born on 24 May 1908 at Akron, Summit County, Ohio.¹ She was the daughter of Arthur Neville and Pearl May Hatfield.¹ Ruth Selma Neville married Orion Wesley Snyder, son of Clarence O. Snyder and Maggie May Devenney, in 1926 at Mason County, West Virginia.² Ruth Selma Neville died in 1998 at Jacksonville, Duval County, Florida.¹

     Joseph Keener was born on 8 June 1806 at Greene County, Pennsylvania.² He was the son of John K. Keener and Elizabeth Herrod.³ Joseph Keener married Delia Ann Everly, daughter of Samuel D. Everly and Rettilla Bright, on 22 October 1835 at Monongalia County, Virginia; The wedding was performed by Rev. Joseph A. Shakelford.¹ Joseph Keener died on 21 July 1885 at Greene County, Pennsylvania, at age 79.²

     Silum Morris was born circa 1847 at Pennsylvania.¹ He was the son of Morris Morris and Harriet Everly.¹

     Matilda Morris was born circa 1849 at Pennsylvania.¹ She was the daughter of Morris Morris and Harriet Everly.¹

     Mahala Morris was born circa 1851 at Pennsylvania.¹ She was the daughter of Morris Morris and Harriet Everly.¹

     Elizabeth Morris was born circa 1855 at Pennsylvania.¹ She was the daughter of Morris Morris and Harriet Everly.¹

     James Kenneth Morris was born on 4 February 1859 at Greene County, Pennsylvania.^1,2 He was the son of Morris Morris and Harriet Everly.¹ James Kenneth Morris married Sarah Jane Cook, daughter of Gabriel F. Cook and Abigail Clark, in 1878.² James Kenneth Morris died on 3 February 1931 at Monongalia County, West Virginia, at age 71.²