Isaac Parker 1786 -

PARKER, RITCHIE

Posted By: Volunteer - Cathy Joynt Labath
Date: 7/29/2006 at 21:52:30

The Enterprise
Birmingham, Van Buren, Iowa
Saturday, January 28, 1871

Death of Isaac Parker

On the 13th inst. Mr. Isaac Parker, one of the old settlers of this county, died at the residence of his son-in-law, Mr. Ritchie, near Winchester. He was born in Pendleton county, Va., in 1786 and was, therefore, 85 years of age at the time of his death. In 1836 he settled in Adams county, Illinois, and in 1838 removed to Van Buren county, near Birmingham, where he resided until removed from earth.

By temperate habits, industry and economy, he acquired considerable property. He raised a large family of children- twelve in number- some of whom preceded him to the spirit land, while others are good and respected citizens of this community. He was a kind husband, an affectionate father, a practical and generous citizen. During his long career, he gave his attention and labor to the subject of agriculture.