Son of William C. Parker and Isabella Neal Parker. Husband of Celia Jane Penland Parker.
John J. Parker was born in Lawrence County, Ohio, January 3, 1826; died in Benton County, Oregon, Feb. 3, 1897, aged 71 years, 1 month.
He was married to Celia J. Penland in Huntington County, Indiana, October 5, 1848, with whom he lived more than 48 years. His wife died in Huntington County September 8, 1892. They reared a large family. Ten children were born to them, three of whom preceded their parents to the better world. Seven children, six sons and one daughter, survive.
Previous to his marriage, his life with his parents was incident to that of early settlers in the Middle states, going from place to place, seeking a home where they could do the best possible to improve their temporal condition. With them, he lived in Ohio, Virginia and Indiana. At one time they settled in Lake County, Indiana, twelve miles from the present site of Chicago, and once thought of entering land that now is in the heart of Chicago. That was in 1837. The family was finally settled for several years in Grant County, and then a move to Huntington County, where he found a permanent home.
But two moves were made during his married life. One year after marriage, in 1849, he settled on the piece of land in Huntington County, Indiana that became his residence for more than 42 years. Here all the children, but one, were born. Out of the rugged hardwood forest, largely with their own hands, husband and wife, father and mother, made a farm, a home, and reared and cared for their children. Sickness came and took from the family three daughters. In 1891 the farm was sold, and their last earthly move was made to a suburb of the city of Huntington in April, 1892.
They were never rich except in love and good will to their children and neighbors. They left a legacy to each far better than gold. Lessons of honesty, industry and economy will never be forgotten.
The last few years of his wife's life were years of great suffering. During these, he was her constant attendant, and the wear of these years was the beginning of the decline that ended in death.
His wife was several years a faithful member of the United Brethren Church, and died in the triumphs of a living faith.
About thirteen months ago he gave himself to Christ. At table or the family altar, he has ever since been willing to acknowledge his Lord in thanksgiving and prayer. A few days ago, he said he dreamed of heaven; saw his companion and children, and said he was soon going to join them. One request was left unanswered, that of returning to the old neighborhood. While this was withheld, a richer feast he no doubt now enjoys of being with those from whom he has so many years been absent.
In November, 1892, he came to the State of Washington to spend a time with his only daughter, Mrs. Howell, who lived near Douglas, Washington, In July, 1895, he came to Philomath, but from infirmity has been confined most of the time to the house or limits of the yard.
Huntington Herald; Huntington, Indiana
February 19, 1897
Contributor: Karin King (47469179) • [email protected]
John J. Parker was born in Lawrence County, Ohio, January 3, 1826; died in Benton County, Oregon, Feb. 3, 1897, aged 71 years, 1 month.
He was married to Celia J. Penland in Huntington County, Indiana, October 5, 1848, with whom he lived more than 48 years. His wife died in Huntington County September 8, 1892. They reared a large family. Ten children were born to them, three of whom preceded their parents to the better world. Seven children, six sons and one daughter, survive.
Previous to his marriage, his life with his parents was incident to that of early settlers in the Middle states, going from place to place, seeking a home where they could do the best possible to improve their temporal condition. With them, he lived in Ohio, Virginia and Indiana. At one time they settled in Lake County, Indiana, twelve miles from the present site of Chicago, and once thought of entering land that now is in the heart of Chicago. That was in 1837. The family was finally settled for several years in Grant County, and then a move to Huntington County, where he found a permanent home.
But two moves were made during his married life. One year after marriage, in 1849, he settled on the piece of land in Huntington County, Indiana that became his residence for more than 42 years. Here all the children, but one, were born. Out of the rugged hardwood forest, largely with their own hands, husband and wife, father and mother, made a farm, a home, and reared and cared for their children. Sickness came and took from the family three daughters. In 1891 the farm was sold, and their last earthly move was made to a suburb of the city of Huntington in April, 1892.
They were never rich except in love and good will to their children and neighbors. They left a legacy to each far better than gold. Lessons of honesty, industry and economy will never be forgotten.
The last few years of his wife's life were years of great suffering. During these, he was her constant attendant, and the wear of these years was the beginning of the decline that ended in death.
His wife was several years a faithful member of the United Brethren Church, and died in the triumphs of a living faith.
About thirteen months ago he gave himself to Christ. At table or the family altar, he has ever since been willing to acknowledge his Lord in thanksgiving and prayer. A few days ago, he said he dreamed of heaven; saw his companion and children, and said he was soon going to join them. One request was left unanswered, that of returning to the old neighborhood. While this was withheld, a richer feast he no doubt now enjoys of being with those from whom he has so many years been absent.
In November, 1892, he came to the State of Washington to spend a time with his only daughter, Mrs. Howell, who lived near Douglas, Washington, In July, 1895, he came to Philomath, but from infirmity has been confined most of the time to the house or limits of the yard.
Huntington Herald; Huntington, Indiana
February 19, 1897
Contributor: Karin King (47469179) • [email protected]
Son of William C. Parker and Isabella Neal Parker. Husband of Celia Jane Penland Parker.
John J. Parker was born in Lawrence County, Ohio, January 3, 1826; died in Benton County, Oregon, Feb. 3, 1897, aged 71 years, 1 month.
He was married to Celia J. Penland in Huntington County, Indiana, October 5, 1848, with whom he lived more than 48 years. His wife died in Huntington County September 8, 1892. They reared a large family. Ten children were born to them, three of whom preceded their parents to the better world. Seven children, six sons and one daughter, survive.
Previous to his marriage, his life with his parents was incident to that of early settlers in the Middle states, going from place to place, seeking a home where they could do the best possible to improve their temporal condition. With them, he lived in Ohio, Virginia and Indiana. At one time they settled in Lake County, Indiana, twelve miles from the present site of Chicago, and once thought of entering land that now is in the heart of Chicago. That was in 1837. The family was finally settled for several years in Grant County, and then a move to Huntington County, where he found a permanent home.
But two moves were made during his married life. One year after marriage, in 1849, he settled on the piece of land in Huntington County, Indiana that became his residence for more than 42 years. Here all the children, but one, were born. Out of the rugged hardwood forest, largely with their own hands, husband and wife, father and mother, made a farm, a home, and reared and cared for their children. Sickness came and took from the family three daughters. In 1891 the farm was sold, and their last earthly move was made to a suburb of the city of Huntington in April, 1892.
They were never rich except in love and good will to their children and neighbors. They left a legacy to each far better than gold. Lessons of honesty, industry and economy will never be forgotten.
The last few years of his wife's life were years of great suffering. During these, he was her constant attendant, and the wear of these years was the beginning of the decline that ended in death.
His wife was several years a faithful member of the United Brethren Church, and died in the triumphs of a living faith.
About thirteen months ago he gave himself to Christ. At table or the family altar, he has ever since been willing to acknowledge his Lord in thanksgiving and prayer. A few days ago, he said he dreamed of heaven; saw his companion and children, and said he was soon going to join them. One request was left unanswered, that of returning to the old neighborhood. While this was withheld, a richer feast he no doubt now enjoys of being with those from whom he has so many years been absent.
In November, 1892, he came to the State of Washington to spend a time with his only daughter, Mrs. Howell, who lived near Douglas, Washington, In July, 1895, he came to Philomath, but from infirmity has been confined most of the time to the house or limits of the yard.
Huntington Herald; Huntington, Indiana
February 19, 1897
Contributor: Karin King (47469179) • [email protected]
John J. Parker was born in Lawrence County, Ohio, January 3, 1826; died in Benton County, Oregon, Feb. 3, 1897, aged 71 years, 1 month.
He was married to Celia J. Penland in Huntington County, Indiana, October 5, 1848, with whom he lived more than 48 years. His wife died in Huntington County September 8, 1892. They reared a large family. Ten children were born to them, three of whom preceded their parents to the better world. Seven children, six sons and one daughter, survive.
Previous to his marriage, his life with his parents was incident to that of early settlers in the Middle states, going from place to place, seeking a home where they could do the best possible to improve their temporal condition. With them, he lived in Ohio, Virginia and Indiana. At one time they settled in Lake County, Indiana, twelve miles from the present site of Chicago, and once thought of entering land that now is in the heart of Chicago. That was in 1837. The family was finally settled for several years in Grant County, and then a move to Huntington County, where he found a permanent home.
But two moves were made during his married life. One year after marriage, in 1849, he settled on the piece of land in Huntington County, Indiana that became his residence for more than 42 years. Here all the children, but one, were born. Out of the rugged hardwood forest, largely with their own hands, husband and wife, father and mother, made a farm, a home, and reared and cared for their children. Sickness came and took from the family three daughters. In 1891 the farm was sold, and their last earthly move was made to a suburb of the city of Huntington in April, 1892.
They were never rich except in love and good will to their children and neighbors. They left a legacy to each far better than gold. Lessons of honesty, industry and economy will never be forgotten.
The last few years of his wife's life were years of great suffering. During these, he was her constant attendant, and the wear of these years was the beginning of the decline that ended in death.
His wife was several years a faithful member of the United Brethren Church, and died in the triumphs of a living faith.
About thirteen months ago he gave himself to Christ. At table or the family altar, he has ever since been willing to acknowledge his Lord in thanksgiving and prayer. A few days ago, he said he dreamed of heaven; saw his companion and children, and said he was soon going to join them. One request was left unanswered, that of returning to the old neighborhood. While this was withheld, a richer feast he no doubt now enjoys of being with those from whom he has so many years been absent.
In November, 1892, he came to the State of Washington to spend a time with his only daughter, Mrs. Howell, who lived near Douglas, Washington, In July, 1895, he came to Philomath, but from infirmity has been confined most of the time to the house or limits of the yard.
Huntington Herald; Huntington, Indiana
February 19, 1897
Contributor: Karin King (47469179) • [email protected]
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