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For a Civil War veteran, finally a grave marker
Ezekiel Colby fought in dozens of bloody battles during the Civil War,
including Gettysburg, for the Union Army before returning to Indiana with
the 20th Volunteer Infantry.
He came to Astoria around 1890, spent a few years along Coyote Creek near
Wolf Creek, then lived in the vicinity of Hugo and Merlin until his death in
1907.
For more than a century his military service had gone unrecognized at his
grave in Pleasant Valley Cemetery, along Monument Drive a few miles north of
Grants Pass.
But on Saturday, as a handful of his descendants huddled in the rain, Colby
earned his headstone at a memorial service, punctuated by three volleys of
gunfire from the Cascade Civil War Society.
"Ezekiel's stone is now a fulfillment of the commitment to mark every
veteran's grave," said David Hopkins, funeral director for Taylor's Family
Chapter in Winston, who helped arrange the event.
"I think it's a great deal. I think all veterans should be recognized," said
David Colby of Medford, Ezekiel's great-grandson. "So many were killed and
wounded and had amputations, it's hard to find anybody who came through
unscathed."
Colby and his wife, Renee, found out about Ezekiel nearly 20 years ago as
Renee researched family history. They knew he was buried at Pleasant Valley
Cemetery. But it wasn't until they were visiting with Hopkins a few years
ago about another relative in Douglas County that they learned about the
effort to mark all veterans' graves.
Hopkins went through the Department of Veterans Affairs and the result is a
marble headstone from Vermont, weighing close to 200 pounds, gleaming white
and marked with flags on Saturday.
Hopkins said only 10 or 12 Civil War headstones are added every year around
the country as unregistered veterans are found.
"This is very unique, especially on the West Coast," he said. "This is the
first time our firm has handled one of these."
He added that there are about 140 Civil War veterans buried in Josephine
County. A Civil War grave registry online shows six Civil War veterans
buried at Pleasant Valley.
Ezekiel Colby's grave for many years had no marker _ in fact, the precise
location of his grave is unknown. There are about 20 unmarked graves at the
cemetery, and the stone was placed in a location away from those so it
wouldn't land on an incorrect grave, Hopkins said.
The original marker was likely wooden, or if stone, could have been stolen.
Hopkins and the Colbys found documentation of Ezekiel's burial through a
local mortuary.
Larry McLane, north Josephine County historian, was in attendance on
Saturday. His book "First There was Twogood" has no mention of Colby because
Colby was in Wolf Creek for only three years around 1900, his family said.
There is a Colby Gulch named for him.
But McLane found reference to Raymond Colby, Ezekiel's son, who was
constable in Hugo, in a newspaper from more than a century ago. Raymond died
in 1923 in Douglas County, according to genealogy records.
Renee Colby compiled a scrapbook, and ticked off the names of battles that
Ezekiel fought in 150 years ago:
"Frasers Farm, Yorktown, Rappahannock, Manassas Alexandria, Arlington
Heights .... he helped in the fall of Richmond and all the battles leading
up to the surrender of General Lee. He went through all of that and came out
with rheumatism, chronic diarrhea and no wounds. Over 620,000 men were
killed, north and south, in that war."
Colby was one of about 250 of the original 1,100 20th Indiana Volunteers to
survive.
"Their regiment managed to miss Antietam but they were in every other major
battle for four years," said Ken Quattlander of the Cascade Civil War
Society.
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Elaine,
I too am descended from John Colby and Abigail West.
1st on the question was John born in Vermont or New Hampshire
Wikipedia - History of Concord, NH
On January 17, 1725, the Province of Massachusetts Bay, which then claimed territories west of the Merrimack River, granted the Concord area as the Plantation of Penacook. It was settled between 1725 and 1727 by Captain Ebenezer Eastman and others from Haverhill, Massachusetts. On February 9, 1734, the town was incorporated as Rumford. It was renamed Concord in 1765 by Governor Benning Wentworth.
History of Washington Co VT
Washington County is one of several Vermont counties created from land ceded by the state of New York on January 15, 1777 when Vermont declared itself to be a distinct state from New York. The land originally was contested by Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and New Netherlands, but it remained undelineated until July 20, 1764 when King George III established the boundary between New Hampshire and New York along the west bank of the Connecticut River.
On March 4, 1791, Vermont became the 14th state. Therefore, John COLBY, born in 1771, was born probably in Concord, NH, which had once been called Rumford. Additionally, the 1850 census records for Butler Co, PA state that he was born in "NH".
2) John Colby died in Butler County, PA in 1851, at the home of his daughter Mrs. Charles (Susannah Colby) Thompson.
Death Notice printed March 15, 1851 in the Democratic Herald: Butler Co, PA
"Died - In North Butler Twp, on the 4th inst., at the residence of his daughter Mrs. (SUSANNAH) THOMPSON, Mr. JOHN COLBY, aged 80 years and four days." (Butler Co, PA Genealogy Society)
Death Notice printed Mar 19, 1851 in the Butler Whig
Died - At the residence of his son-in-law, in North Butler Township, on Tuesday, the 4th inst., Mr. JOHN COLBY, aged 80 years
email me for a photo of Susannah and Charles Thompsons headstones
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ELSIE C. TRIMBLE
BLUE SPRINGS, Mo. -- Elsie Trimble, 82, of Independence, Mo., passed away Nov. 13, 2012, at St. Mary's Manor in Blue Springs, Mo.
Elsie was born on Sept. 21, 1930, in Moose River, Maine. She graduated from Jackman High School in 1949. She married Archibald Trimble on Sept. 22, 1953, in Jackman, and was a homemaker. They made their home in Maine until Archie's retirement in 1976, at which time they moved to Missouri to be closer to their daughters. They had 53 years together until his death in 2007.
Elsie was baptized into the Reorganized Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in 1960, and was a faithful member the remainder of her life.
Elsie was preceded in death by her parents, Rufus and Violet Colby; her husband, Archie; her son, Charles; her brothers, Roger, Gerald and Roland Colby; and her sister, Ruth (Colby) Talpey.
She is survived by her daughters, Linda Trimble, and Brenda Lewis and husband, Ron; three grandchildren, Aaron, Breanna and Caralea, all of Independence; her sister, Frances St. Armand and husband, Lance, of Anson, Maine; and many nieces and nephews.
A celebration of her life will be at 3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 24, 2012, at Living Hope Restoration Branch, 2425 S. Chrysler Ave., Independence, Mo. A private burial service for family will be at Mound Grove Cemetery in Independence, Mo.
In lieu of flowers, donations to American Diabetes Association are encourages; 10580 Barkley, Suite 400, Overland Park, KS 66212.
Online condolences may be left at www.speakschapel.com. Arrangements by Speaks Surburban Chapel.
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Gwendolyn Ida (Colby) Sanchez
(January 23, 1934 - November 13, 2012)
Gwen Sanchez, 78, a wonderful wife, mother and grandmother, went to be with the Creator on November 13, 2012.
Gwen was born on January 23, 1934, in Neah Bay and was fondly remembered as Mimi in her youth.
Married in 1970 to the late Jose Borboa Sanchez, the couple established their home in Tucson, Arizona, in 1971 until 2008, at which time they returned to Neah Bay on the Makah Indian Reservation, where they both completed their life together.
Gwen leaves behind her sons, Raymond Colby, James Woods and William Sallak; daughters Mary E. Welter, Tiffany Rose Sanchez and Altagracia Sanchez; and aunt Agnes Baker Pilgrim of Grants Pass, Oregon. She is also survived by 15 grandchildren, three great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.
Her beloved husband, Jose, and her cherished infant son, Jose Jr. - who passed away at birth - preceded her to everlasting life in heaven. As the last of her generation, she now joins two sisters, Ruby and Rosalie; and her brother, Ruben Colby.
She was a descendant of chief families of the Makah tribe's Ozette and Tsoo-Yess villages, and also a direct descendent of the Takelma people of the Confederated Tribes of Siletz originating along the Rogue River in Oregon.
She and her family are of true royal ancestry on both sides of the family.
>From the age of 4, she attended Chemawa Indian School and an orphanage through the 12th grade. Gwen surpassed the Indian boarding-school era.
Gwen was dearly loved and will be deeply missed.
A celebration of her life occurred on Friday, November 16, at St. Thomas Catholic Church in Clallam Bay and a graveside ceremony in Neah Bay, WA.
A special heartfelt "thank you" to all the staff and nurses at the Forks Long Term Care for the love, respect and dedication they shared with Gwendolyn and her family. We will never forget.
Remembrances for Gwendolyn can be made to St. Anne Parish and St. Thomas the Apostle Mission, P.O. Box 2359, Forks, WA 98331.
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I was a little surprised that you have my aunt's obit. I know you have researched the Colby family. My aunt Elsie in Missouri isn't doing well. She won't be lasting long. Somehow she developed blood on the brain. I'll try to keep you updated on it.
Glenn Poulin
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Arthur M. Colby Jr.
November 11, 2012
YORK, Maine - Arthur "Skip" M. Colby Jr., 75, of 71 Caincrest Road, York, and formerly of Newburyport, Mass., died Thursday, Nov. 8, 2012.
He was born Dec. 15, 1936, in Newburyport, the son of Arthur M. Colby Sr. and Margaret E. (Teague) Colby.
Skip served his country in the U.S. Air Force and spent his career working as an electrical engineer and draftsman.
He loved camping, fishing, bowling, playing cribbage, gardening, spending time with friends and volunteering at the Senior Center in York and the Little League of Newburyport. Skip was also a handyman of many trades, having been known as McGuyver. He was actively involved in veterans affairs, a member of the American Legion, the Masons and the Moose Lodge in Portsmouth, N.H.
Skip leaves behind his loving wife and best friend, Janis M. Marshall-Colby; four sons, Tod A. Colby and his wife Debbie, of Fort Myers, Fla., Duncan A. Colby and his wife Linda, of Amesbury, Mass., Jeremy T. Colby of Portsmouth, and F. Jefferey Marshall of Eliot; two daughters, Kelly J. Colby-Seavey and her husband Bill of Wolfeboro, N.H., and Christy L. Baker-Eble and her husband Tom, of Frisco, Colo.; a brother, William Colby and his wife Joyce of Newburyport, Mass.; two sisters, Brenda Anderson and her husband Andy of Seabrook, N.H., and Donna Maestas and her husband Paul of Broomfield, Colo.; six grandchildren and three stepgrandchildren; several nieces, nephews cousins and dear friends; four cats, McGuyver, Shilo, Giabella and Michelina.
He was predeceased by two sons, Arthur "Kip" M. Colby III and F. Joshua Marshall, and a daughter, Paula Colby.
SERVICES: Calling hours will be held from 5 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 13, in the Lucas & Eaton Funeral Home, 91 Long Sands Road, York, Maine.
A funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 14, at St. Christopher Church, 4 Barrell Lane, York. Burial will be held Thursday morning at 10 a.m. in St. Mary Cemetery, Newburyport, Mass.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his name to Creature Comforts for Abandoned Cats, 195 State Road, Kittery, ME 03904, or the York Senior Center, 36 Main St., York, ME 03909.
Lucas & Eaton Funeral Home is directing arrangements.
Visit www.lucaseatonfuneralhome.com.
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Arthur M. Colby Jr.
November 11, 2012
YORK, Maine - Arthur "Skip" M. Colby Jr., 75, of 71 Caincrest Road, York, and formerly of Newburyport, Mass., died Thursday, Nov. 8, 2012.
He was born Dec. 15, 1936, in Newburyport, the son of Arthur M. Colby Sr. and Margaret E. (Teague) Colby.
Skip served his country in the U.S. Air Force and spent his career working as an electrical engineer and draftsman.
He loved camping, fishing, bowling, playing cribbage, gardening, spending time with friends and volunteering at the Senior Center in York and the Little League of Newburyport. Skip was also a handyman of many trades, having been known as McGuyver. He was actively involved in veterans affairs, a member of the American Legion, the Masons and the Moose Lodge in Portsmouth, N.H.
Skip leaves behind his loving wife and best friend, Janis M. Marshall-Colby; four sons, Tod A. Colby and his wife Debbie, of Fort Myers, Fla., Duncan A. Colby and his wife Linda, of Amesbury, Mass., Jeremy T. Colby of Portsmouth, and F. Jefferey Marshall of Eliot; two daughters, Kelly J. Colby-Seavey and her husband Bill of Wolfeboro, N.H., and Christy L. Baker-Eble and her husband Tom, of Frisco, Colo.; a brother, William Colby and his wife Joyce of Newburyport, Mass.; two sisters, Brenda Anderson and her husband Andy of Seabrook, N.H., and Donna Maestas and her husband Paul of Broomfield, Colo.; six grandchildren and three stepgrandchildren; several nieces, nephews cousins and dear friends; four cats, McGuyver, Shilo, Giabella and Michelina.
He was predeceased by two sons, Arthur "Kip" M. Colby III and F. Joshua Marshall, and a daughter, Paula Colby.
SERVICES: Calling hours will be held from 5 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 13, in the Lucas & Eaton Funeral Home, 91 Long Sands Road, York, Maine.
A funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 14, at St. Christopher Church, 4 Barrell Lane, York. Burial will be held Thursday morning at 10 a.m. in St. Mary Cemetery, Newburyport, Mass.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his name to Creature Comforts for Abandoned Cats, 195 State Road, Kittery, ME 03904, or the York Senior Center, 36 Main St., York, ME 03909.
Lucas & Eaton Funeral Home is directing arrangements.
Visit www.lucaseatonfuneralhome.com.
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Eula D. Colby, 99, of Massena
Massena, NY - Mrs. Eula D. Colby, 99, of 215 Andrews Street, passed away Friday morning, November 9, 2012 at the St. Regis Nursing Home, Massena.
Eula was born April 29, 1913 in Canton, the daughter of the late Edna Floss Price and A. Murray Dodds. She graduated from Canton High School in 1933, Potsdam Normal School in 1936 and took courses at Cornell University.
On August 23, 1943, she married F. Kenneth Colby in Canton, he predeceased her on December 4, 1994.
She taught for several years at Canton Elementary School. Mrs. and Mrs. Colby moved to Massena and worked at the A&P Store. Mrs. Colby worked at the store for 26 years and her husband retired from A&P after 36 years when the store closed in 1975. She was a volunteer for the Red Cross for over 25 years, worked on the Election Board for over 15 years and was a 4H leader for over 12 years.
She was a member of the Order of Eastern Star of over 60 years. She was a longtime member of the Emmanuel Congregational United Church of Christ and the Sweet Adelines. She and her late husband were avid square dancers for over 40 years. Eula enjoyed genealogy and did an extensive study on her Dodds ancestors. She also enjoyed flowers and doing yard work.
She is survived by her longtime dear friend, Mable Harwood of Massena; five nephews, Richard E. Garrett, Jr. of Victor, NY; Robert Dodds of Avoca, NY; Malcolm Dodds of Malone, NY; Donald Dodds of Odgensburg, NY; and David Dodds of Haines City, FL. She is also survived by many great nieces and great nephews.
She was predeceased by her sister, Eunice Garrett and two brothers, Jay and Ralph Dodds.
Friends may call Sunday 1-4 PM at the Donaldson Funeral Home, Massena, where funeral services will be held Monday 11:00 AM with Rev. Judy VanKennan, officiating. The members of the Eastern Star will conduct a memorial ritual service Sunday at 3:30 PM. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Canton.
Memorial contributions may be made in her memory to the Emmanuel Congregational United Church of Christ Memorial Fund or the Order of the Eastern Star.
Condolences and memories may be shared online at www.donaldsonfh.com.
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F. Kenneth Colby , 84, of 215 Andrews St., died Saturday [3 Dec 1994] morning at his home.
The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday at the Donaldson Funeral Home with the Rev. Lance Dallaire and the Rev. Donald Dodds officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Canton.
Survivors are his wife, Eula; a brother, Melvin E., and several nieces and nephews.
A sister and a brother died before him.
He was born in McIndor Falls, Vt., on May 4, 1910, a son of Ira and Celia Hartwell Colby. He graduated from McIndor Academy and Watertown School of Commerce.
He married Eula Dodds on Aug. 22, 1943, at the bride's home in Canton with the Rev. Arthur O. Northrup officiating.
He worked at Mohican Markets, Watertown. He later worked 37 years for the A&P in three locations - in Ogdensburg and Canton as a meat manager and retiring as assistant manager in Massena.
Mr. Colby was a member and served as Master of Masonic Lodge 111, Canton. He also received his 55-year membership pin from Lodge 111.
For 40 years he was a member of the Seaway Square Dance Club. He was also a deacon and member of the Emmanuel Congregational United Church of Christ.
He was an avid gardener.
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Norman K. Colby
Newburyport, MA - Norman K. Colby, age 92, lifelong Newburyport resident, died Thursday [1 Nov 2012] evening at Anna Jaques Hospital in Newburyport, with his loving family by his side.
Born in Newburyport, Sept. 12, 1920, he was one of four children of the late Henry and Mildred (Kennett) Colby and had attended Newburyport schools.
A veteran of World War II and the Korean War, Mr. Colby served with the United States Army.
He was a foreman with the Massachusetts Department of Public Works, retiring with more than 40 years of service.
He is survived by his beloved wife of 71 years, Alicia O. (Beckman) Colby; one daughter, Sally Pearson; one son, Norman K. Colby Jr. and wife Stephanie, all of Newburyport; two grandchildren, Lori Pearson Hay and husband Timothy of Newburyport and Kennett Colby and wife Deanna of Sandown, N.H.; three great-grandchildren, Bianca Hay, Natasha Hay Sanborn and husband Brendan and Sophia Colby; one sister, Miriam "Betty" Ayers of Spokane, Wash., along with several generations of nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by a grandson, Joseph Colby Pearson, and two brothers, William and Calvin Colby.
ARRANGEMENTS: Visiting hours at Elliott, Woodworth & Rogers Family Funeral Home, 35 Green St., Newburyport, will be Monday, Nov. 5, 2012 from 5 to 7 p.m. Funeral services at the funeral home will be Tuesday, Nov. 6, at 11 a.m. followed by interment in Belleville Cemetery, Newburyport.
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