Kennedy, George Simeon 1837-1886

KENNEDY, HITCHLER, VEACH

Posted By: Barbara Hug (email)
Date: 5/2/2005 at 14:20:33

Geo. Simeon Kennedy was born in Hendricks County, Indiana Dec. 25, 1837 and moved here with his father's family in 1858. He has always been engaged in farming. In 1863 he enlisted in Co. B, 5th Reg't, Iowa Volunteers, under Capt. Chapman, and served for three years. The testimony of all who served with him is unanimous in saying that he was an excellent soldier, -- fearless, brave, never shirking any duty or danger--and a most excellent companion.

About seven years ago he married Mrs. Hitchler, and two little girls were born of his union. His wife died Sept. 12, 1885. The children are living and being take care of by their grandmother, Mrs. Sarah Veach, in Sherman township.

The funeral was held at the home of his brother, Joseph on Sunday last, the services being conducted by Rev. J. G. Barton. He was buried the same afternoon in the Sugar Grove Cemetery in Sugar Grove Township. [rest is unreadable] ~ Newton (IA) Journal, Nov 3, 1886