James Cephas McCrary 1841-1907

MCCRARY, COOLEY, GEORGE

Posted By: Volunteer - Rich Lowe
Date: 5/30/2007 at 08:56:22

James Cephas McCrary - Died at Vernon on December 19, 1907. Leaves wife and 1 sister, 1 brother, the only near relatives. Deceased was the son of James McCrary, early pioneer of Van Buren Co., and was born on farm now in Henry Twp. on November 25, 1841. All of the brothers and sisters born in Van Buren Co. except brother, George W. McCrary who was born in IN. George rose to prominence in councils of Nation, succeeding James F. Wilson as member of Congress. Member Pres. Hay's Cabinet as Secretary of War, also Judge of US Circuit Court. Only Mrs. Nancy Cooley and Miner McCrary of Farmington remain alive in the family. James C. McCrary enlisted in 1861 in Reg. that later became 7th MO Cavalry. Mustered out in the fall of 1864. Married March 30, 1870 to Miss Malcinna E. George who was a loving wife until death separated them. Three daughters born: Bertha May; Mary M. and Maud Ethel all preceded the father in death. F-Vernon Cemetery, Vernon.

Source: Redhead Collection of Obituary Extractions, Donnellson Public Library, Donnellson, IA.