STAFFORD, George W. 1829-1892

STAFFORD, PERRY

Posted By: S. Ferrall IAGenWeb volunteer
Date: 2/17/2005 at 18:45:07

Geo. W. STAFFORD was born in Rochester, New York, Jan. 9, 1829 and died at his home in Postville, Jan. 11, 1892.

In early life he moved with his parents first to Mich., then to Ills. In 1850 he joined the rush for gold, and crossed the plains to California. Here he spent 18 years, sharing the varied experiences of the early gold seekers.

He came to Postville in 1868. In 1870 he was married to Martha PERRY. To them were born 5 children, 4 of whom are living.

In the death of G. W. STAFFORD, the community has lost a good man; a man of unimpeachable integrity of character; a man who when in health was active in every good work. He has been an invalid since Sept, 1889, when the aneurism of the aorta, from the effects of which he died, first appeared. He was an active and efficient member of the N.E. church. His funeral was conducted from the church by the pastor.

Postville Review, 1/16/1892

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Posted By: LA
Date: 2/23/2010

---Death closed the eyes and relieved the sufferings of G.W. Stafford on Monday last. His ailment, aneurism, has held him an invalid for over two years past, and at times in pain most acute. He was known as an upright, industrious and honorable man, and was highly esteemed by all.

Mr. Stafford was born in Rochester, N.Y., Jan. 9, 1820, and has been a resident of Postville since 1868.

In 1870 he was married to Miss Martha, sister of James Perry, who with four children survive him. The funeral occurred yesterday from the M. E. church, Rev. Lockwood conducting services, and was attended by a large gathering of his old friends and neighbors. The deceased was a member of the A.O.U.W., and an insurance benefit of $2,000 will accrue to his family.

Postville Graphic
Jan. 14, 1892
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Transcribed 2/23/2010