Private MILLARD HOWELL BUCK, Co. H, 86th Illinois & Co. I, 32nd Illinois.
Millard Howell Buck was born on March 31, 1845 in either Cayuga County or Oswego County, New York, the son of Abraham Buck & Cornelia "Nellie" (Brewster) Buck. At the time of the 1850 census, the Buck family is found in Sterling, Cayuga County, New York;
Abram Buck M 30 New York
Cornelia Buck F 33 New York
William Buck M 9 New York
Maryett Buck F 7 New York
Miller Buck M 5 New York
Mortimer Buck M 3 New York
Allison Buck M 0 New York
Sometime in the 1850's, the Buck family came west to Illinois, where they settled in Hollis Township of Peoria County. At the time of the 1860 census, the Buck family is found in Hollis Township in Peoria County.
Buck Abram 41 M farmer 400 NY
Buck Cornelia 43 F NY
Buck Wm. 19 M NY
Buck Mary 17 F NY
Buck Miller H.15 M NY
Buck John 13 M NY
Buck Alison 10 M NY
Buck Emeline 9 F NY
In July of 1862, Peorian David W. Magee began recruiting a Peoria area company to serve in the Union Army during the Civil War. On July 18, 1862, Millard H. Buck and his older brother, William H. Buck, were two of Magees first recruits when they volunteered to serve in this Peoria area company.
ILLINOIS CIVIL WAR DETAIL REPORT
Name BUCK, MILLAR
Rank PVT Company H Unit 86 IL US INF
Personal Characteristics
Residence HOLLIS, PEORIA CO, IL
Age 18 Height 5' 6 Hair SANDY
Eyes BROWN Complexion LIGHT
Marital Status SINGLE Occupation FARMER
Nativity CINGA CO, NY
Service Record
Joined When JUL 18, 1862
Joined Where HOLLIS, IL
Joined By Whom D H MAGEE
Period 3 YRS
Muster In AUG 27, 1862
Muster In Where PEORIA, IL
Muster In By Whom N/A
Muster Out N/A
Muster Out Where N/A
Muster Out By Whom N/A
Remarks DISCHARGED FOR DISABILITY
MAR 19, 1863 AT NASHVILLE TENN
When Magee had about 100 volunteers he and the men of his company went into camp at Camp Lyons, located near present day Glen Oak Park. On August 27, 1862, Magee and 89 of his volunteers were mustered into service as Company H of the 86th Regiment of Illinois Volunteer Infantry. David W. Magee was elected by the men of Co. H to serve as their Captain, but Magee, because of his service in the Mexican War and this military experience, he was selected to serve as Lieutenant Colonel of the 86th Illinois. John C. Hall was then elected by the men of Co. H to serve as their Captain.
On September 7, 1862, the men of the 86th Illinois marched out of the gates of Camp Lyon, through the streets of Peoria, with much fanfare, and boarded a train bound for Camp Joe Holt, Jeffersonville, Indiana, across the Ohio River from Louisville, Kentucky. Three weeks later, the men of the 86th were in the field in Kentucky as part of Col. Daniel McCook's Brigade, in pursuit of Confederate troops. On Oct. 8, 1862, the men of McCook's Brigade were engaged with those troops in the Battle of Perryville, Kentucky, the 86th Illinois suffering their first casualties. There would be many more in the next three years. After the Battle of Perryville, the Confederate forces withdrew from Kentucky, while the men of McCook's Brigade marched on to Nashville, Tennessee, where they would go into winter camp.
That first winter in Nashville was very hard on the green troops. The living conditions and diet were rough on the new soldiers in the army and the hospitals of Nashville were full to overflowing. Today, over 10,000 Union soldiers lie buried in the Nashville National Cemetery, many whom passed away during the winter of 1862-63. One of the troops who was having great difficulty with his health was Private Millard H. Buck. By March of 1863, the army doctors made the decision that Private Millard H. Buck was not cut out for army life at this time and on March 19, 1863, Private Millard H. Buck was discharged from the service for disability in hopes that he could return home and with the help of family and some home cooking regain his health.
Millard returned to Peoria County at this time and with the help of family and that home cooking did regain his health, at least to some extent. However, Millard had a great desire to continue serving his country in uniform and on October 20, 1864, Millard volunteered to serve in Co. I of the 32nd Illinois, apparently as a sub for William Powell.
Interestingly, there was a William Powell in Co. H of the 86th Illinois who volunteered to serve in the Peoria company just days after the Buck brothers had volunteered. Private William Powell had also suffered health problems during that first winter and was discharged from the service on March 20, 1863, the day after Millard Buck had been discharged and they may very well have come home together. It is not known if this is the same William Powell or not, but perhaps William was going to volunteer to serve again and Millard talked him out of it, going in his stead.
ILLINOIS CIVIL WAR DETAIL REPORT
Name BUCK, MILLER H
Rank PVT Company I Unit 32 IL US INF
Personal Characteristics
Residence HOLLIS, PEORIA CO, IL
Age 19 Height 5' 6 Hair RED
Eyes HAZEL Complexion LIGHT
Marital Status N/A
Occupation FARMER
Nativity NY
Service Record
Joined When OCT 20, 1864
Joined Where PEORIA, IL
Joined By Whom N/A Period 1 YR
Muster In OCT 20, 1864
Muster In Where PEORIA, IL
Muster In By Whom N/A
Muster Out SEP 16, 1865
Muster Out Where FT LEAVENWORTH, KS
Muster Out By Whom CPT WYMAN
Remarks SUB FOR WILLIAM POWELL
Millard served another 11 months with the 32nd. Like the 86th, the 32nd was part of General William Tecumseh Sherman's Army. Millard is believed to have joined the 32nd about the time the famous "March to the Sea" began. Millard was also most likely with the 32nd at the Battles of Averasboro and Bentonville, North Carolina. After the war came to an end, the men of the 32nd were sent out west for a little more service. Millard and the men of the 32nd were discharged on September 16, 1865 at Fort Leavenworth, Kansas and soon were on trains bound for Illinois.
Millard Howell Buck was married to Puella Jane "Ella" Harker on August 29, 1870 at Brimfield, Illinois. Ella was born at Harker's Corners near Brimfield, Peoria County, Illinois on July 9, 1852 in Peoria County, Illinois, the daughter of Jeremiah W. Harker and Nancy A. (Kinder) Harker.
Five children were born to Millard Howell Buck and Ella Jane (Harker) Buck. They include;
1. Charles A. Buck, born ____________ __, 1871/72 in Peoria County, Illinois; Charles was married to Julie E. __________ on ___________ __, 18__ at ___________, ___________; Charles A. Buck died on September 2, 1943 in Peoria, Peoria County, Illinois and his mortal remains were laid in the ____________ Cemetery in ___________, ___________.
2. Anna C. Buck, born c. September __, 1873 in Peoria County, Illinois.
3. Flora M. Buck, born c. 1875/76 in Peoria County, Illinois.
4. Susan A. "Susie" Buck, born July __, 1879 in Peoria County, Illinois.
5. Cora V. Buck, born December __, 1883 in Peoria County, Illinois.
At the time of the 1880 census, the Buck family is found in Millbrook Township, Peoria County, Illinois, where Millard is farming;
Self Millard Buck M 35 New York
Wife Ella Buck F 27 Illinois
Daughter Flora M Buck F 4 Illinois
Daughter Anna Buck F 6 Illinois
Son Charles Buck M 8 Illinois
Daughter Susie Buck F 0 Illinois
Brother Allison Buck M 29 Illinois
At the time of the 1900 census, the Buck family is found in Princeville Township, Peoria County, Illinois;
Buck Willard H. Head M Mar 1845 55 M 29 New York New York New York Farmer
Buck Ella J. Wife F Jul 1850 49 M 29 5 5 Illinois Ireland New York
Buck Anna C. Daughter F Sep 1873 26 S Illinois New York Illinois
Buck Susie A. Daughter F Jul 1879 20 S Illinois New York Illinois
Buck Cora V. Daughter F Dec 1883 16 S Illinois New York Illinois
Ella Jane (Harker) Buck died on September 19, 1921 in Monica, Peoria County, Illinois and her mortal remains were laid to rest in the Princeville Township Cemetery in Princeville, Illinois on September 20, 1921. Millard died on December 28, 1926 at Galesburg, IL. Buried on Dec 31, 1926 in the Princeville Township Cemetery in Princeville, Illinois.
Obituary of Millard Howell Buck;
"Princeville Telephone
Jan 1926
CIVIL WAR VETERAN IS CALLED SUDDENLY
The death messenger came suddenly to M. H. Buck, who resides three miles west of Princeville, Monday afternoon while in Galesburg, on his way to Abington to attend the funeral of his sister.
Mr. Buck had left Monica that afternoon on the westbound train, arriving at Galesburg about 3:20. While waiting to proceed on his way to his destination he stopped into the Woolworth store there, where he was suddenly taken ill. He was seen sinking to the floor by the manager of the store. He was attended by a physician who administered a heart stimulant and other aided to restore him, but death came in a few minutes.
Mr. Buck had left home in good health. About six years ago he suffered from heart trouble, but of late seemed to be in unusual health.
Just why Mr. Buck had stopped at this store, the family members are at a loss to know. It may have been that he wished to make a purchase and it also possible that he felt the attack coming on and went to seek shelter.
Members of the family here were notified at once and arrangements were made to return the body to his family home west of town.
Millard Howell Buck, son of Abram and Cornelia Brewster Buck, was born in Oswego, Cayuga county, New York, March 31, 1845 and died in Galesburg, Illinois, December 28, 1925, while on his way to Abington, Illinois, to attend the funeral of his sister.
He came to Peoria, Illinois, with his parents in 1851 and lived on a farm, southwest of Peoria near Harker's Corners, where he grew to manhood
On July 18, 1862, when he was17 years of age, he enlisted in Co. H 86TH Regiment, Illinois Volunteers, at Peoria, Illinois and served two years. He was discharged by reason of disability March 1863, at Nashville, Tennessee. He afterwards volunteered to go in the place of his brother-in-law who had a family depending on him and was enrolled at Peoria, Illinois, October 20, 1864, in Co., I 23RD Regiment. He took part is Sherman's March to the Sea, was present at the ceremonies at Washington D. C., incident to the closing of the war, participating in the Grand View. He was discharged at Ft. Leavenworth, September 16, 1865.
He was a charter member of the G. A. R. post of Princeville.
After laying aside the military accoutrements of war, he again took up the peaceful pursuit of farming, was married to Ella Jane Harker August 29, 1870.
To them were born five children, all of whom are living in this vicinity and where present at his funeral today Charles A. Buck, Monica; Mrs. Anna Day, Elmwood; Mrs. Flora M. Schaad, Monica; and Mrs. Cora V. Hayes, Peoria. There are also 11 grandchildren and one great-grandchild.
On Christmas day, as was their custom they were all gathered at the home and spent the holiday together.
Mr. Buck has Keenly felt the passage of his life companion on September 18,1921 and the only brightness in the darkness caused by his sudden passing is the thought they are united in Heaven.
Mr. Buck was one of a family of six of whom he was the last survivor. Several half-brothers and sisters also survive him.
He was a member of the Monica Methodist Church for 42 years and lived a consistent Christian life.
His honesty, uprightness and generosity to every cause is well known. By his industry, economy and exercise of good judgment he acquired a competence, which insured him the comforts of life in his declining years.
He was a loving husband and father and will be sadly missed by those he leaves behind, as well as by a host of friends.
Funeral services were held this afternoon for the Monica Methodist church, Rev. J. W. Dees officiating. Interment was made in the Princeville cemetery."
by John Melton and Baxter B. Fite III
(Baxter would enjoy hearing from anyone, especially descendants of the Buck family, who might be able to add to the biographical material that we have on Millard Howell Buck and the Buck family. Baxter would also love to copies of any pictures of Millard Howell Buck which may have survived the years, especially any showing him in uniform from his days in the service, added to his Find A Grave site for all to see.)
Millard Howell Buck was born on March 31, 1845 in either Cayuga County or Oswego County, New York, the son of Abraham Buck & Cornelia "Nellie" (Brewster) Buck. At the time of the 1850 census, the Buck family is found in Sterling, Cayuga County, New York;
Abram Buck M 30 New York
Cornelia Buck F 33 New York
William Buck M 9 New York
Maryett Buck F 7 New York
Miller Buck M 5 New York
Mortimer Buck M 3 New York
Allison Buck M 0 New York
Sometime in the 1850's, the Buck family came west to Illinois, where they settled in Hollis Township of Peoria County. At the time of the 1860 census, the Buck family is found in Hollis Township in Peoria County.
Buck Abram 41 M farmer 400 NY
Buck Cornelia 43 F NY
Buck Wm. 19 M NY
Buck Mary 17 F NY
Buck Miller H.15 M NY
Buck John 13 M NY
Buck Alison 10 M NY
Buck Emeline 9 F NY
In July of 1862, Peorian David W. Magee began recruiting a Peoria area company to serve in the Union Army during the Civil War. On July 18, 1862, Millard H. Buck and his older brother, William H. Buck, were two of Magees first recruits when they volunteered to serve in this Peoria area company.
ILLINOIS CIVIL WAR DETAIL REPORT
Name BUCK, MILLAR
Rank PVT Company H Unit 86 IL US INF
Personal Characteristics
Residence HOLLIS, PEORIA CO, IL
Age 18 Height 5' 6 Hair SANDY
Eyes BROWN Complexion LIGHT
Marital Status SINGLE Occupation FARMER
Nativity CINGA CO, NY
Service Record
Joined When JUL 18, 1862
Joined Where HOLLIS, IL
Joined By Whom D H MAGEE
Period 3 YRS
Muster In AUG 27, 1862
Muster In Where PEORIA, IL
Muster In By Whom N/A
Muster Out N/A
Muster Out Where N/A
Muster Out By Whom N/A
Remarks DISCHARGED FOR DISABILITY
MAR 19, 1863 AT NASHVILLE TENN
When Magee had about 100 volunteers he and the men of his company went into camp at Camp Lyons, located near present day Glen Oak Park. On August 27, 1862, Magee and 89 of his volunteers were mustered into service as Company H of the 86th Regiment of Illinois Volunteer Infantry. David W. Magee was elected by the men of Co. H to serve as their Captain, but Magee, because of his service in the Mexican War and this military experience, he was selected to serve as Lieutenant Colonel of the 86th Illinois. John C. Hall was then elected by the men of Co. H to serve as their Captain.
On September 7, 1862, the men of the 86th Illinois marched out of the gates of Camp Lyon, through the streets of Peoria, with much fanfare, and boarded a train bound for Camp Joe Holt, Jeffersonville, Indiana, across the Ohio River from Louisville, Kentucky. Three weeks later, the men of the 86th were in the field in Kentucky as part of Col. Daniel McCook's Brigade, in pursuit of Confederate troops. On Oct. 8, 1862, the men of McCook's Brigade were engaged with those troops in the Battle of Perryville, Kentucky, the 86th Illinois suffering their first casualties. There would be many more in the next three years. After the Battle of Perryville, the Confederate forces withdrew from Kentucky, while the men of McCook's Brigade marched on to Nashville, Tennessee, where they would go into winter camp.
That first winter in Nashville was very hard on the green troops. The living conditions and diet were rough on the new soldiers in the army and the hospitals of Nashville were full to overflowing. Today, over 10,000 Union soldiers lie buried in the Nashville National Cemetery, many whom passed away during the winter of 1862-63. One of the troops who was having great difficulty with his health was Private Millard H. Buck. By March of 1863, the army doctors made the decision that Private Millard H. Buck was not cut out for army life at this time and on March 19, 1863, Private Millard H. Buck was discharged from the service for disability in hopes that he could return home and with the help of family and some home cooking regain his health.
Millard returned to Peoria County at this time and with the help of family and that home cooking did regain his health, at least to some extent. However, Millard had a great desire to continue serving his country in uniform and on October 20, 1864, Millard volunteered to serve in Co. I of the 32nd Illinois, apparently as a sub for William Powell.
Interestingly, there was a William Powell in Co. H of the 86th Illinois who volunteered to serve in the Peoria company just days after the Buck brothers had volunteered. Private William Powell had also suffered health problems during that first winter and was discharged from the service on March 20, 1863, the day after Millard Buck had been discharged and they may very well have come home together. It is not known if this is the same William Powell or not, but perhaps William was going to volunteer to serve again and Millard talked him out of it, going in his stead.
ILLINOIS CIVIL WAR DETAIL REPORT
Name BUCK, MILLER H
Rank PVT Company I Unit 32 IL US INF
Personal Characteristics
Residence HOLLIS, PEORIA CO, IL
Age 19 Height 5' 6 Hair RED
Eyes HAZEL Complexion LIGHT
Marital Status N/A
Occupation FARMER
Nativity NY
Service Record
Joined When OCT 20, 1864
Joined Where PEORIA, IL
Joined By Whom N/A Period 1 YR
Muster In OCT 20, 1864
Muster In Where PEORIA, IL
Muster In By Whom N/A
Muster Out SEP 16, 1865
Muster Out Where FT LEAVENWORTH, KS
Muster Out By Whom CPT WYMAN
Remarks SUB FOR WILLIAM POWELL
Millard served another 11 months with the 32nd. Like the 86th, the 32nd was part of General William Tecumseh Sherman's Army. Millard is believed to have joined the 32nd about the time the famous "March to the Sea" began. Millard was also most likely with the 32nd at the Battles of Averasboro and Bentonville, North Carolina. After the war came to an end, the men of the 32nd were sent out west for a little more service. Millard and the men of the 32nd were discharged on September 16, 1865 at Fort Leavenworth, Kansas and soon were on trains bound for Illinois.
Millard Howell Buck was married to Puella Jane "Ella" Harker on August 29, 1870 at Brimfield, Illinois. Ella was born at Harker's Corners near Brimfield, Peoria County, Illinois on July 9, 1852 in Peoria County, Illinois, the daughter of Jeremiah W. Harker and Nancy A. (Kinder) Harker.
Five children were born to Millard Howell Buck and Ella Jane (Harker) Buck. They include;
1. Charles A. Buck, born ____________ __, 1871/72 in Peoria County, Illinois; Charles was married to Julie E. __________ on ___________ __, 18__ at ___________, ___________; Charles A. Buck died on September 2, 1943 in Peoria, Peoria County, Illinois and his mortal remains were laid in the ____________ Cemetery in ___________, ___________.
2. Anna C. Buck, born c. September __, 1873 in Peoria County, Illinois.
3. Flora M. Buck, born c. 1875/76 in Peoria County, Illinois.
4. Susan A. "Susie" Buck, born July __, 1879 in Peoria County, Illinois.
5. Cora V. Buck, born December __, 1883 in Peoria County, Illinois.
At the time of the 1880 census, the Buck family is found in Millbrook Township, Peoria County, Illinois, where Millard is farming;
Self Millard Buck M 35 New York
Wife Ella Buck F 27 Illinois
Daughter Flora M Buck F 4 Illinois
Daughter Anna Buck F 6 Illinois
Son Charles Buck M 8 Illinois
Daughter Susie Buck F 0 Illinois
Brother Allison Buck M 29 Illinois
At the time of the 1900 census, the Buck family is found in Princeville Township, Peoria County, Illinois;
Buck Willard H. Head M Mar 1845 55 M 29 New York New York New York Farmer
Buck Ella J. Wife F Jul 1850 49 M 29 5 5 Illinois Ireland New York
Buck Anna C. Daughter F Sep 1873 26 S Illinois New York Illinois
Buck Susie A. Daughter F Jul 1879 20 S Illinois New York Illinois
Buck Cora V. Daughter F Dec 1883 16 S Illinois New York Illinois
Ella Jane (Harker) Buck died on September 19, 1921 in Monica, Peoria County, Illinois and her mortal remains were laid to rest in the Princeville Township Cemetery in Princeville, Illinois on September 20, 1921. Millard died on December 28, 1926 at Galesburg, IL. Buried on Dec 31, 1926 in the Princeville Township Cemetery in Princeville, Illinois.
Obituary of Millard Howell Buck;
"Princeville Telephone
Jan 1926
CIVIL WAR VETERAN IS CALLED SUDDENLY
The death messenger came suddenly to M. H. Buck, who resides three miles west of Princeville, Monday afternoon while in Galesburg, on his way to Abington to attend the funeral of his sister.
Mr. Buck had left Monica that afternoon on the westbound train, arriving at Galesburg about 3:20. While waiting to proceed on his way to his destination he stopped into the Woolworth store there, where he was suddenly taken ill. He was seen sinking to the floor by the manager of the store. He was attended by a physician who administered a heart stimulant and other aided to restore him, but death came in a few minutes.
Mr. Buck had left home in good health. About six years ago he suffered from heart trouble, but of late seemed to be in unusual health.
Just why Mr. Buck had stopped at this store, the family members are at a loss to know. It may have been that he wished to make a purchase and it also possible that he felt the attack coming on and went to seek shelter.
Members of the family here were notified at once and arrangements were made to return the body to his family home west of town.
Millard Howell Buck, son of Abram and Cornelia Brewster Buck, was born in Oswego, Cayuga county, New York, March 31, 1845 and died in Galesburg, Illinois, December 28, 1925, while on his way to Abington, Illinois, to attend the funeral of his sister.
He came to Peoria, Illinois, with his parents in 1851 and lived on a farm, southwest of Peoria near Harker's Corners, where he grew to manhood
On July 18, 1862, when he was17 years of age, he enlisted in Co. H 86TH Regiment, Illinois Volunteers, at Peoria, Illinois and served two years. He was discharged by reason of disability March 1863, at Nashville, Tennessee. He afterwards volunteered to go in the place of his brother-in-law who had a family depending on him and was enrolled at Peoria, Illinois, October 20, 1864, in Co., I 23RD Regiment. He took part is Sherman's March to the Sea, was present at the ceremonies at Washington D. C., incident to the closing of the war, participating in the Grand View. He was discharged at Ft. Leavenworth, September 16, 1865.
He was a charter member of the G. A. R. post of Princeville.
After laying aside the military accoutrements of war, he again took up the peaceful pursuit of farming, was married to Ella Jane Harker August 29, 1870.
To them were born five children, all of whom are living in this vicinity and where present at his funeral today Charles A. Buck, Monica; Mrs. Anna Day, Elmwood; Mrs. Flora M. Schaad, Monica; and Mrs. Cora V. Hayes, Peoria. There are also 11 grandchildren and one great-grandchild.
On Christmas day, as was their custom they were all gathered at the home and spent the holiday together.
Mr. Buck has Keenly felt the passage of his life companion on September 18,1921 and the only brightness in the darkness caused by his sudden passing is the thought they are united in Heaven.
Mr. Buck was one of a family of six of whom he was the last survivor. Several half-brothers and sisters also survive him.
He was a member of the Monica Methodist Church for 42 years and lived a consistent Christian life.
His honesty, uprightness and generosity to every cause is well known. By his industry, economy and exercise of good judgment he acquired a competence, which insured him the comforts of life in his declining years.
He was a loving husband and father and will be sadly missed by those he leaves behind, as well as by a host of friends.
Funeral services were held this afternoon for the Monica Methodist church, Rev. J. W. Dees officiating. Interment was made in the Princeville cemetery."
by John Melton and Baxter B. Fite III
(Baxter would enjoy hearing from anyone, especially descendants of the Buck family, who might be able to add to the biographical material that we have on Millard Howell Buck and the Buck family. Baxter would also love to copies of any pictures of Millard Howell Buck which may have survived the years, especially any showing him in uniform from his days in the service, added to his Find A Grave site for all to see.)
Private MILLARD HOWELL BUCK, Co. H, 86th Illinois & Co. I, 32nd Illinois.
Millard Howell Buck was born on March 31, 1845 in either Cayuga County or Oswego County, New York, the son of Abraham Buck & Cornelia "Nellie" (Brewster) Buck. At the time of the 1850 census, the Buck family is found in Sterling, Cayuga County, New York;
Abram Buck M 30 New York
Cornelia Buck F 33 New York
William Buck M 9 New York
Maryett Buck F 7 New York
Miller Buck M 5 New York
Mortimer Buck M 3 New York
Allison Buck M 0 New York
Sometime in the 1850's, the Buck family came west to Illinois, where they settled in Hollis Township of Peoria County. At the time of the 1860 census, the Buck family is found in Hollis Township in Peoria County.
Buck Abram 41 M farmer 400 NY
Buck Cornelia 43 F NY
Buck Wm. 19 M NY
Buck Mary 17 F NY
Buck Miller H.15 M NY
Buck John 13 M NY
Buck Alison 10 M NY
Buck Emeline 9 F NY
In July of 1862, Peorian David W. Magee began recruiting a Peoria area company to serve in the Union Army during the Civil War. On July 18, 1862, Millard H. Buck and his older brother, William H. Buck, were two of Magees first recruits when they volunteered to serve in this Peoria area company.
ILLINOIS CIVIL WAR DETAIL REPORT
Name BUCK, MILLAR
Rank PVT Company H Unit 86 IL US INF
Personal Characteristics
Residence HOLLIS, PEORIA CO, IL
Age 18 Height 5' 6 Hair SANDY
Eyes BROWN Complexion LIGHT
Marital Status SINGLE Occupation FARMER
Nativity CINGA CO, NY
Service Record
Joined When JUL 18, 1862
Joined Where HOLLIS, IL
Joined By Whom D H MAGEE
Period 3 YRS
Muster In AUG 27, 1862
Muster In Where PEORIA, IL
Muster In By Whom N/A
Muster Out N/A
Muster Out Where N/A
Muster Out By Whom N/A
Remarks DISCHARGED FOR DISABILITY
MAR 19, 1863 AT NASHVILLE TENN
When Magee had about 100 volunteers he and the men of his company went into camp at Camp Lyons, located near present day Glen Oak Park. On August 27, 1862, Magee and 89 of his volunteers were mustered into service as Company H of the 86th Regiment of Illinois Volunteer Infantry. David W. Magee was elected by the men of Co. H to serve as their Captain, but Magee, because of his service in the Mexican War and this military experience, he was selected to serve as Lieutenant Colonel of the 86th Illinois. John C. Hall was then elected by the men of Co. H to serve as their Captain.
On September 7, 1862, the men of the 86th Illinois marched out of the gates of Camp Lyon, through the streets of Peoria, with much fanfare, and boarded a train bound for Camp Joe Holt, Jeffersonville, Indiana, across the Ohio River from Louisville, Kentucky. Three weeks later, the men of the 86th were in the field in Kentucky as part of Col. Daniel McCook's Brigade, in pursuit of Confederate troops. On Oct. 8, 1862, the men of McCook's Brigade were engaged with those troops in the Battle of Perryville, Kentucky, the 86th Illinois suffering their first casualties. There would be many more in the next three years. After the Battle of Perryville, the Confederate forces withdrew from Kentucky, while the men of McCook's Brigade marched on to Nashville, Tennessee, where they would go into winter camp.
That first winter in Nashville was very hard on the green troops. The living conditions and diet were rough on the new soldiers in the army and the hospitals of Nashville were full to overflowing. Today, over 10,000 Union soldiers lie buried in the Nashville National Cemetery, many whom passed away during the winter of 1862-63. One of the troops who was having great difficulty with his health was Private Millard H. Buck. By March of 1863, the army doctors made the decision that Private Millard H. Buck was not cut out for army life at this time and on March 19, 1863, Private Millard H. Buck was discharged from the service for disability in hopes that he could return home and with the help of family and some home cooking regain his health.
Millard returned to Peoria County at this time and with the help of family and that home cooking did regain his health, at least to some extent. However, Millard had a great desire to continue serving his country in uniform and on October 20, 1864, Millard volunteered to serve in Co. I of the 32nd Illinois, apparently as a sub for William Powell.
Interestingly, there was a William Powell in Co. H of the 86th Illinois who volunteered to serve in the Peoria company just days after the Buck brothers had volunteered. Private William Powell had also suffered health problems during that first winter and was discharged from the service on March 20, 1863, the day after Millard Buck had been discharged and they may very well have come home together. It is not known if this is the same William Powell or not, but perhaps William was going to volunteer to serve again and Millard talked him out of it, going in his stead.
ILLINOIS CIVIL WAR DETAIL REPORT
Name BUCK, MILLER H
Rank PVT Company I Unit 32 IL US INF
Personal Characteristics
Residence HOLLIS, PEORIA CO, IL
Age 19 Height 5' 6 Hair RED
Eyes HAZEL Complexion LIGHT
Marital Status N/A
Occupation FARMER
Nativity NY
Service Record
Joined When OCT 20, 1864
Joined Where PEORIA, IL
Joined By Whom N/A Period 1 YR
Muster In OCT 20, 1864
Muster In Where PEORIA, IL
Muster In By Whom N/A
Muster Out SEP 16, 1865
Muster Out Where FT LEAVENWORTH, KS
Muster Out By Whom CPT WYMAN
Remarks SUB FOR WILLIAM POWELL
Millard served another 11 months with the 32nd. Like the 86th, the 32nd was part of General William Tecumseh Sherman's Army. Millard is believed to have joined the 32nd about the time the famous "March to the Sea" began. Millard was also most likely with the 32nd at the Battles of Averasboro and Bentonville, North Carolina. After the war came to an end, the men of the 32nd were sent out west for a little more service. Millard and the men of the 32nd were discharged on September 16, 1865 at Fort Leavenworth, Kansas and soon were on trains bound for Illinois.
Millard Howell Buck was married to Puella Jane "Ella" Harker on August 29, 1870 at Brimfield, Illinois. Ella was born at Harker's Corners near Brimfield, Peoria County, Illinois on July 9, 1852 in Peoria County, Illinois, the daughter of Jeremiah W. Harker and Nancy A. (Kinder) Harker.
Five children were born to Millard Howell Buck and Ella Jane (Harker) Buck. They include;
1. Charles A. Buck, born ____________ __, 1871/72 in Peoria County, Illinois; Charles was married to Julie E. __________ on ___________ __, 18__ at ___________, ___________; Charles A. Buck died on September 2, 1943 in Peoria, Peoria County, Illinois and his mortal remains were laid in the ____________ Cemetery in ___________, ___________.
2. Anna C. Buck, born c. September __, 1873 in Peoria County, Illinois.
3. Flora M. Buck, born c. 1875/76 in Peoria County, Illinois.
4. Susan A. "Susie" Buck, born July __, 1879 in Peoria County, Illinois.
5. Cora V. Buck, born December __, 1883 in Peoria County, Illinois.
At the time of the 1880 census, the Buck family is found in Millbrook Township, Peoria County, Illinois, where Millard is farming;
Self Millard Buck M 35 New York
Wife Ella Buck F 27 Illinois
Daughter Flora M Buck F 4 Illinois
Daughter Anna Buck F 6 Illinois
Son Charles Buck M 8 Illinois
Daughter Susie Buck F 0 Illinois
Brother Allison Buck M 29 Illinois
At the time of the 1900 census, the Buck family is found in Princeville Township, Peoria County, Illinois;
Buck Willard H. Head M Mar 1845 55 M 29 New York New York New York Farmer
Buck Ella J. Wife F Jul 1850 49 M 29 5 5 Illinois Ireland New York
Buck Anna C. Daughter F Sep 1873 26 S Illinois New York Illinois
Buck Susie A. Daughter F Jul 1879 20 S Illinois New York Illinois
Buck Cora V. Daughter F Dec 1883 16 S Illinois New York Illinois
Ella Jane (Harker) Buck died on September 19, 1921 in Monica, Peoria County, Illinois and her mortal remains were laid to rest in the Princeville Township Cemetery in Princeville, Illinois on September 20, 1921. Millard died on December 28, 1926 at Galesburg, IL. Buried on Dec 31, 1926 in the Princeville Township Cemetery in Princeville, Illinois.
Obituary of Millard Howell Buck;
"Princeville Telephone
Jan 1926
CIVIL WAR VETERAN IS CALLED SUDDENLY
The death messenger came suddenly to M. H. Buck, who resides three miles west of Princeville, Monday afternoon while in Galesburg, on his way to Abington to attend the funeral of his sister.
Mr. Buck had left Monica that afternoon on the westbound train, arriving at Galesburg about 3:20. While waiting to proceed on his way to his destination he stopped into the Woolworth store there, where he was suddenly taken ill. He was seen sinking to the floor by the manager of the store. He was attended by a physician who administered a heart stimulant and other aided to restore him, but death came in a few minutes.
Mr. Buck had left home in good health. About six years ago he suffered from heart trouble, but of late seemed to be in unusual health.
Just why Mr. Buck had stopped at this store, the family members are at a loss to know. It may have been that he wished to make a purchase and it also possible that he felt the attack coming on and went to seek shelter.
Members of the family here were notified at once and arrangements were made to return the body to his family home west of town.
Millard Howell Buck, son of Abram and Cornelia Brewster Buck, was born in Oswego, Cayuga county, New York, March 31, 1845 and died in Galesburg, Illinois, December 28, 1925, while on his way to Abington, Illinois, to attend the funeral of his sister.
He came to Peoria, Illinois, with his parents in 1851 and lived on a farm, southwest of Peoria near Harker's Corners, where he grew to manhood
On July 18, 1862, when he was17 years of age, he enlisted in Co. H 86TH Regiment, Illinois Volunteers, at Peoria, Illinois and served two years. He was discharged by reason of disability March 1863, at Nashville, Tennessee. He afterwards volunteered to go in the place of his brother-in-law who had a family depending on him and was enrolled at Peoria, Illinois, October 20, 1864, in Co., I 23RD Regiment. He took part is Sherman's March to the Sea, was present at the ceremonies at Washington D. C., incident to the closing of the war, participating in the Grand View. He was discharged at Ft. Leavenworth, September 16, 1865.
He was a charter member of the G. A. R. post of Princeville.
After laying aside the military accoutrements of war, he again took up the peaceful pursuit of farming, was married to Ella Jane Harker August 29, 1870.
To them were born five children, all of whom are living in this vicinity and where present at his funeral today Charles A. Buck, Monica; Mrs. Anna Day, Elmwood; Mrs. Flora M. Schaad, Monica; and Mrs. Cora V. Hayes, Peoria. There are also 11 grandchildren and one great-grandchild.
On Christmas day, as was their custom they were all gathered at the home and spent the holiday together.
Mr. Buck has Keenly felt the passage of his life companion on September 18,1921 and the only brightness in the darkness caused by his sudden passing is the thought they are united in Heaven.
Mr. Buck was one of a family of six of whom he was the last survivor. Several half-brothers and sisters also survive him.
He was a member of the Monica Methodist Church for 42 years and lived a consistent Christian life.
His honesty, uprightness and generosity to every cause is well known. By his industry, economy and exercise of good judgment he acquired a competence, which insured him the comforts of life in his declining years.
He was a loving husband and father and will be sadly missed by those he leaves behind, as well as by a host of friends.
Funeral services were held this afternoon for the Monica Methodist church, Rev. J. W. Dees officiating. Interment was made in the Princeville cemetery."
by John Melton and Baxter B. Fite III
(Baxter would enjoy hearing from anyone, especially descendants of the Buck family, who might be able to add to the biographical material that we have on Millard Howell Buck and the Buck family. Baxter would also love to copies of any pictures of Millard Howell Buck which may have survived the years, especially any showing him in uniform from his days in the service, added to his Find A Grave site for all to see.)
Millard Howell Buck was born on March 31, 1845 in either Cayuga County or Oswego County, New York, the son of Abraham Buck & Cornelia "Nellie" (Brewster) Buck. At the time of the 1850 census, the Buck family is found in Sterling, Cayuga County, New York;
Abram Buck M 30 New York
Cornelia Buck F 33 New York
William Buck M 9 New York
Maryett Buck F 7 New York
Miller Buck M 5 New York
Mortimer Buck M 3 New York
Allison Buck M 0 New York
Sometime in the 1850's, the Buck family came west to Illinois, where they settled in Hollis Township of Peoria County. At the time of the 1860 census, the Buck family is found in Hollis Township in Peoria County.
Buck Abram 41 M farmer 400 NY
Buck Cornelia 43 F NY
Buck Wm. 19 M NY
Buck Mary 17 F NY
Buck Miller H.15 M NY
Buck John 13 M NY
Buck Alison 10 M NY
Buck Emeline 9 F NY
In July of 1862, Peorian David W. Magee began recruiting a Peoria area company to serve in the Union Army during the Civil War. On July 18, 1862, Millard H. Buck and his older brother, William H. Buck, were two of Magees first recruits when they volunteered to serve in this Peoria area company.
ILLINOIS CIVIL WAR DETAIL REPORT
Name BUCK, MILLAR
Rank PVT Company H Unit 86 IL US INF
Personal Characteristics
Residence HOLLIS, PEORIA CO, IL
Age 18 Height 5' 6 Hair SANDY
Eyes BROWN Complexion LIGHT
Marital Status SINGLE Occupation FARMER
Nativity CINGA CO, NY
Service Record
Joined When JUL 18, 1862
Joined Where HOLLIS, IL
Joined By Whom D H MAGEE
Period 3 YRS
Muster In AUG 27, 1862
Muster In Where PEORIA, IL
Muster In By Whom N/A
Muster Out N/A
Muster Out Where N/A
Muster Out By Whom N/A
Remarks DISCHARGED FOR DISABILITY
MAR 19, 1863 AT NASHVILLE TENN
When Magee had about 100 volunteers he and the men of his company went into camp at Camp Lyons, located near present day Glen Oak Park. On August 27, 1862, Magee and 89 of his volunteers were mustered into service as Company H of the 86th Regiment of Illinois Volunteer Infantry. David W. Magee was elected by the men of Co. H to serve as their Captain, but Magee, because of his service in the Mexican War and this military experience, he was selected to serve as Lieutenant Colonel of the 86th Illinois. John C. Hall was then elected by the men of Co. H to serve as their Captain.
On September 7, 1862, the men of the 86th Illinois marched out of the gates of Camp Lyon, through the streets of Peoria, with much fanfare, and boarded a train bound for Camp Joe Holt, Jeffersonville, Indiana, across the Ohio River from Louisville, Kentucky. Three weeks later, the men of the 86th were in the field in Kentucky as part of Col. Daniel McCook's Brigade, in pursuit of Confederate troops. On Oct. 8, 1862, the men of McCook's Brigade were engaged with those troops in the Battle of Perryville, Kentucky, the 86th Illinois suffering their first casualties. There would be many more in the next three years. After the Battle of Perryville, the Confederate forces withdrew from Kentucky, while the men of McCook's Brigade marched on to Nashville, Tennessee, where they would go into winter camp.
That first winter in Nashville was very hard on the green troops. The living conditions and diet were rough on the new soldiers in the army and the hospitals of Nashville were full to overflowing. Today, over 10,000 Union soldiers lie buried in the Nashville National Cemetery, many whom passed away during the winter of 1862-63. One of the troops who was having great difficulty with his health was Private Millard H. Buck. By March of 1863, the army doctors made the decision that Private Millard H. Buck was not cut out for army life at this time and on March 19, 1863, Private Millard H. Buck was discharged from the service for disability in hopes that he could return home and with the help of family and some home cooking regain his health.
Millard returned to Peoria County at this time and with the help of family and that home cooking did regain his health, at least to some extent. However, Millard had a great desire to continue serving his country in uniform and on October 20, 1864, Millard volunteered to serve in Co. I of the 32nd Illinois, apparently as a sub for William Powell.
Interestingly, there was a William Powell in Co. H of the 86th Illinois who volunteered to serve in the Peoria company just days after the Buck brothers had volunteered. Private William Powell had also suffered health problems during that first winter and was discharged from the service on March 20, 1863, the day after Millard Buck had been discharged and they may very well have come home together. It is not known if this is the same William Powell or not, but perhaps William was going to volunteer to serve again and Millard talked him out of it, going in his stead.
ILLINOIS CIVIL WAR DETAIL REPORT
Name BUCK, MILLER H
Rank PVT Company I Unit 32 IL US INF
Personal Characteristics
Residence HOLLIS, PEORIA CO, IL
Age 19 Height 5' 6 Hair RED
Eyes HAZEL Complexion LIGHT
Marital Status N/A
Occupation FARMER
Nativity NY
Service Record
Joined When OCT 20, 1864
Joined Where PEORIA, IL
Joined By Whom N/A Period 1 YR
Muster In OCT 20, 1864
Muster In Where PEORIA, IL
Muster In By Whom N/A
Muster Out SEP 16, 1865
Muster Out Where FT LEAVENWORTH, KS
Muster Out By Whom CPT WYMAN
Remarks SUB FOR WILLIAM POWELL
Millard served another 11 months with the 32nd. Like the 86th, the 32nd was part of General William Tecumseh Sherman's Army. Millard is believed to have joined the 32nd about the time the famous "March to the Sea" began. Millard was also most likely with the 32nd at the Battles of Averasboro and Bentonville, North Carolina. After the war came to an end, the men of the 32nd were sent out west for a little more service. Millard and the men of the 32nd were discharged on September 16, 1865 at Fort Leavenworth, Kansas and soon were on trains bound for Illinois.
Millard Howell Buck was married to Puella Jane "Ella" Harker on August 29, 1870 at Brimfield, Illinois. Ella was born at Harker's Corners near Brimfield, Peoria County, Illinois on July 9, 1852 in Peoria County, Illinois, the daughter of Jeremiah W. Harker and Nancy A. (Kinder) Harker.
Five children were born to Millard Howell Buck and Ella Jane (Harker) Buck. They include;
1. Charles A. Buck, born ____________ __, 1871/72 in Peoria County, Illinois; Charles was married to Julie E. __________ on ___________ __, 18__ at ___________, ___________; Charles A. Buck died on September 2, 1943 in Peoria, Peoria County, Illinois and his mortal remains were laid in the ____________ Cemetery in ___________, ___________.
2. Anna C. Buck, born c. September __, 1873 in Peoria County, Illinois.
3. Flora M. Buck, born c. 1875/76 in Peoria County, Illinois.
4. Susan A. "Susie" Buck, born July __, 1879 in Peoria County, Illinois.
5. Cora V. Buck, born December __, 1883 in Peoria County, Illinois.
At the time of the 1880 census, the Buck family is found in Millbrook Township, Peoria County, Illinois, where Millard is farming;
Self Millard Buck M 35 New York
Wife Ella Buck F 27 Illinois
Daughter Flora M Buck F 4 Illinois
Daughter Anna Buck F 6 Illinois
Son Charles Buck M 8 Illinois
Daughter Susie Buck F 0 Illinois
Brother Allison Buck M 29 Illinois
At the time of the 1900 census, the Buck family is found in Princeville Township, Peoria County, Illinois;
Buck Willard H. Head M Mar 1845 55 M 29 New York New York New York Farmer
Buck Ella J. Wife F Jul 1850 49 M 29 5 5 Illinois Ireland New York
Buck Anna C. Daughter F Sep 1873 26 S Illinois New York Illinois
Buck Susie A. Daughter F Jul 1879 20 S Illinois New York Illinois
Buck Cora V. Daughter F Dec 1883 16 S Illinois New York Illinois
Ella Jane (Harker) Buck died on September 19, 1921 in Monica, Peoria County, Illinois and her mortal remains were laid to rest in the Princeville Township Cemetery in Princeville, Illinois on September 20, 1921. Millard died on December 28, 1926 at Galesburg, IL. Buried on Dec 31, 1926 in the Princeville Township Cemetery in Princeville, Illinois.
Obituary of Millard Howell Buck;
"Princeville Telephone
Jan 1926
CIVIL WAR VETERAN IS CALLED SUDDENLY
The death messenger came suddenly to M. H. Buck, who resides three miles west of Princeville, Monday afternoon while in Galesburg, on his way to Abington to attend the funeral of his sister.
Mr. Buck had left Monica that afternoon on the westbound train, arriving at Galesburg about 3:20. While waiting to proceed on his way to his destination he stopped into the Woolworth store there, where he was suddenly taken ill. He was seen sinking to the floor by the manager of the store. He was attended by a physician who administered a heart stimulant and other aided to restore him, but death came in a few minutes.
Mr. Buck had left home in good health. About six years ago he suffered from heart trouble, but of late seemed to be in unusual health.
Just why Mr. Buck had stopped at this store, the family members are at a loss to know. It may have been that he wished to make a purchase and it also possible that he felt the attack coming on and went to seek shelter.
Members of the family here were notified at once and arrangements were made to return the body to his family home west of town.
Millard Howell Buck, son of Abram and Cornelia Brewster Buck, was born in Oswego, Cayuga county, New York, March 31, 1845 and died in Galesburg, Illinois, December 28, 1925, while on his way to Abington, Illinois, to attend the funeral of his sister.
He came to Peoria, Illinois, with his parents in 1851 and lived on a farm, southwest of Peoria near Harker's Corners, where he grew to manhood
On July 18, 1862, when he was17 years of age, he enlisted in Co. H 86TH Regiment, Illinois Volunteers, at Peoria, Illinois and served two years. He was discharged by reason of disability March 1863, at Nashville, Tennessee. He afterwards volunteered to go in the place of his brother-in-law who had a family depending on him and was enrolled at Peoria, Illinois, October 20, 1864, in Co., I 23RD Regiment. He took part is Sherman's March to the Sea, was present at the ceremonies at Washington D. C., incident to the closing of the war, participating in the Grand View. He was discharged at Ft. Leavenworth, September 16, 1865.
He was a charter member of the G. A. R. post of Princeville.
After laying aside the military accoutrements of war, he again took up the peaceful pursuit of farming, was married to Ella Jane Harker August 29, 1870.
To them were born five children, all of whom are living in this vicinity and where present at his funeral today Charles A. Buck, Monica; Mrs. Anna Day, Elmwood; Mrs. Flora M. Schaad, Monica; and Mrs. Cora V. Hayes, Peoria. There are also 11 grandchildren and one great-grandchild.
On Christmas day, as was their custom they were all gathered at the home and spent the holiday together.
Mr. Buck has Keenly felt the passage of his life companion on September 18,1921 and the only brightness in the darkness caused by his sudden passing is the thought they are united in Heaven.
Mr. Buck was one of a family of six of whom he was the last survivor. Several half-brothers and sisters also survive him.
He was a member of the Monica Methodist Church for 42 years and lived a consistent Christian life.
His honesty, uprightness and generosity to every cause is well known. By his industry, economy and exercise of good judgment he acquired a competence, which insured him the comforts of life in his declining years.
He was a loving husband and father and will be sadly missed by those he leaves behind, as well as by a host of friends.
Funeral services were held this afternoon for the Monica Methodist church, Rev. J. W. Dees officiating. Interment was made in the Princeville cemetery."
by John Melton and Baxter B. Fite III
(Baxter would enjoy hearing from anyone, especially descendants of the Buck family, who might be able to add to the biographical material that we have on Millard Howell Buck and the Buck family. Baxter would also love to copies of any pictures of Millard Howell Buck which may have survived the years, especially any showing him in uniform from his days in the service, added to his Find A Grave site for all to see.)
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