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     Mary Devling was born circa 1835 at Pennsylvania.¹

     Margaret Devling was born in July, 1837 at Pennsylvania.³ As of September 24, 1854,her married name was Young.² She married James H. Young on September 24, 1854 at Salona, Clinton Co., Pennsylvania.²

     Amanda Devling was buried at Old Rosemont Cemetery, 1 East First Street, Bloomsburg, Columbia Co., Pennsylvania.³ Her married name was Beckley.³ She married Daniel A. Beckley.³ Amanda Devling was born on June 3, 1840 at Clinton Co., Pennsylvania.^1,3 She died on July 6, 1870 at Columbia Co., Pennsylvania, at age 30.³

     Amelia Devling was buried at Dunnstown Cemetery, Dunnstown, Clinton Co., Pennsylvania.^3,5 She was born on June 3, 1840 at Pennsylvania.^1,3 As of 1860,her married name was Polsgrove.² She married Rev. John Beaver Polsgrove in 1860.^2,3,5,6 Amelia Devling died on October 28, 1924 at Lock Haven, Clinton Co., Pennsylvania, at age 84.^2,3,6 She Mrs. Amelia D. Polsgrove, widow of Rev. J. B. Polsgrove, for a number of years a resident of Carlisle, died on Tuesday at the home of her daughter, Mrs. J. Linn Harris, in Lock Haven, at the age of 85 years. Death was due to general weakness from old age. The funeral will be held Friday afternoon, with interment at Salone. on October 29, 1924.⁶

     Robert Devling was buried at Dunnstown Cemetery, Dunnstown, Clinton Co., Pennsylvania.¹ He was born on June 20, 1831 at Clinton Co., Pennsylvania.¹ He died on March 20, 1850 at Clinton Co., Pennsylvania, at age 18.¹

     Sarah Ann Devling was born circa 1838 at Pennsylvania.²

     Selina "Salina" Devling was buried at Cedar Hill Cemetery, Mackeyville, Clinton Co., Pennsylvania.³ She was born on August 17, 1825 at Lock Haven, Clinton Co., Pennsylvania.¹ As of 1842,her married name was Eldred.² She married George Jarvis Eldred in 1842 at Pennsylvania.^3,2 Selina "Salina" Devling died on October 23, 1852 at Porter Township, Clinton Co., Pennsylvania, at age 27.^1,3

     George Jarvis Eldred was buried at Cedar Hill Cemetery, Mackeyville, Clinton Co., Pennsylvania.^1,3 He was born on February 18, 1818 at Sullivan Co., Pennsylvania.^1,3 He married Selina "Salina" Devling, daughter of William Eugene Devling and Mary Ann Williamson, in 1842 at Pennsylvania.^1,3 George Jarvis Eldred Hon. George J. Eldred, a prominent citizen of this county, died this morning at his home in Mackeyville, aged 75 years. The deceased is survived by a wife and four sons, William D., of Adams county, John W., of Clearfield county, Robert C., of Mackeyville, James P., of Glen Elder, Kansas, and three daughters, Mrs. D. J. McNaul of this city, Mrs. W. S. Meyer, of Nittany Valley and Miss Maty Eldred, who is at the home of her parents at Mackeyville. The funeral will take place on Friday afternoon at 8 o'clock, services to be held in the M. E. church at Mackeyville and interment to be made at Cedar Hill cemetery. Hon. George James Eldred waa born in Sullivan county. In 1889 be taught school at Mill Hall and later was a teacher in Porter township. He was married in 1842 to Salina Devling daughter of William Devling. In 1858 Mr. Eldred was elected by tbe Democrats to the House of Representatives in the district composed of Clinton, Lycoming and Potter counties. In 1878 be was again elected by the Democrats to represent Clinton county in tbe Legislature for the term of 1877 and 1880. Mr. Eldred was a scholarly a consistent christian and was always at the head of every movement for the advancement of religion, literature and social enterprise in his neighborhood. His illness was of long duration, but be bore his sufferings with christian fortitude. on February 15, 1893.³ He died on February 15, 1893 at Mackeyville, Clinton Co., Pennsylvania, at age 74.^1,3

     George J. Eldred was buried at Cedar Hill Cemetery, Mackeyville, Clinton Co., Pennsylvania.¹ He was born on May 25, 1847 at Clinton Co., Pennsylvania.¹ He died on May 9, 1848 at Clinton Co., Pennsylvania.¹

     Edward Joseph Eldred was buried at Cedar Hill Cemetery, Mackeyville, Clinton Co., Pennsylvania.¹ He was born on August 16, 1851 at Clinton Co., Pennsylvania.¹ He died on December 19, 1851 at Clinton Co., Pennsylvania.¹

     William Devling Eldred was buried at Dayton National Cemetery, 4100 West Third Street, Dayton, Montgomery Co., Ohio.^5,8,9 He was born on July 6, 1843 at Pennsylvania.^3,4 He Enlisted as a Private from Pennsylvania in the Union Army on September 13, 1863.¹⁰ He married Mary Ida Cullison circa 1875.^6,12 William Devling Eldred and Mary Ida Cullison were divorced on March 6, 1891.⁶ William Devling Eldred married Ida Luppe on March 20, 1891 at Biglerville, Adams Co., Pennsylvania.⁶ William Devling Eldred died on July 18, 1917 at Dayton, Montgomery Co., Ohio, at age 74.^13,5,7,8,9 He William D. Eldred, formerly of this place, a veteran of the Civil War and a member of Corporal Skelly Post 9, died a Dayton, Ohio, on Wednesday from gangrene, aged 75 years, and 11 days. He leaves one daughter and three sons; Mrs. Mazie Bosler, Lee Eldred, and Henry Eldred, of Gettsyburg; and Andrew C. Eldred, of Dayton. on July 28, 1917.⁷

     Charles D. Eldred was buried at City Point National Cemetery, Hopewell, Virginia.^2,3,4 He was born circa 1845 at Pennsylvania.¹ He died on July 20, 1864 at Virginia.^2,3,4

     John Williamson Eldred was born on August 17, 1848 at Pennsylvania.^6,3 He married Katherine McCloskey on June 21, 1871 at Clinton Co., Pennsylvania.^2,7 John Williamson Eldred died on March 9, 1912 at Waynesburg, Greene Co., Pennsylvania, at age 63.^2,3

     Robert Clayton Eldred was buried at Cedar Hill Cemetery, Mackeyville, Clinton Co., Pennsylvania.⁵ He was born on December 28, 1849 at Porter Township, Clinton Co., Pennsylvania.² He married Annie Ellen Welsh circa 1874.^2,6,7 Robert Clayton Eldred died on July 16, 1904 at Mackeyville, Clinton Co., Pennsylvania, at age 54.⁵ He Crushed Beneath His Wagon. Robert C. Eldred of Mackeyville is Instantly Killed While Hauling Grain. Many people of this city who saw and conversed with Robert C. Eldred of Mackeyville, at the curb market Saturday morning were greatly shocked early in the evening to learn that he met a cruel death at his home in the afternoon. After returning from town Mr. Eldred began to haul his wheat from the field to the barn and while thus engaged his life was suddenly crushed out. He was standing on top of a load of wheat as the horses entered the barn when the fore part gave way and he slipped with the load down on the horses. His son LeRoy was following the load and saw his fathers dangerous position and ran through another portion of the barn to reach the horses heads in order to better help his father up, but he was just too late as his father had fallen to the ground the front wheel of the wagon passing over his head and left arm killing him instantly. His son seeing the blood gushing from his father head jumped upon a horse and went for Dr. Dumm at Mackeyville. The physicians found that Mr. Eldreds skull had been crushed by the wheel, causing instant death, his left arm broken and his neck badly bruised. The whole community was greatly shocked and grieved at the tragic death of their friend and neighbor. The deceased was a genial, benevolent, hospitable farmer and his friends were legion. He is survived by two sons, George B. Eldred of Altoona, and LeRoy, with whom he made his home, two brothers, John W., of South Sharon, William D., of Bendersville, and the following half brother and sisters: James P. Eldred, Glen Elder?, Kansas; Mrs. D.I. McNaul of this city, Mrs. W. S. Meyer and Miss Mary Eldred of Mackeyville. The funeral was held from his late home Tuesday afternoon, conducted by Rev. Samuel Creighton. Interment was made at Cedar Hill cemetery. on July 22, 1904.⁵

     Posy Weddle Posy Weddle, 72, of Copper Hill, Virginia, went peacefully to his heavenly home on Saturday, February 8, 2025. He fought a hard battle with cancer for two and a half years. Posy was preceded in death by his parents, Virginia Davis Weddle and Levi Jesse Weddle; and his brothers, JC Weddle and Leo Weddle. Posy retired from Steel Dynamics/Roanoke Electric Steel after 47 years of service proving his dedication and hard work ethic. He loved life and people, always the more people around, the better! Posy never met a stranger no matter where he would go. He was always ready for an adventure from racing motorcycles, circle track racing at Franklin County Speedway, and as owner of PW Longhorn Farm. Posy rode his longhorn steer in the Floyd Christmas Parade. But his greatest passion was to build a farm where family and friends could visit and enjoy time together. A dream he made a reality-his happy place, the farm. He even provided the barn as a wedding venue, excited to help a young couple get started on their journey together. Posy was a big mentor and loved sharing his knowledge, especially with his nephews. Whether it was nephews, nieces, or the kids in the neighborhood, it brought Posy so much joy teaching them all the skills he had learned. It was important to him to prepare the children for life ahead and how to make good decisions along the way. Family meant everything to him. Left to cherish his memory are his wife of 51 years, Rita Wimmer Weddle. Family closest to him regardless of life's obstacles, his nephew, Michael Krawchison and his wife, Ashley and their sons, Cason and Easton; nephew, Calvin Weddle and his wife, Taylor; nephew, Levi Weddle; his sister, Ester Marshall; niece, Wanda Howell; and in-laws, Deborah and Joe Krawchison. Also surviving, his sister, Dreama, brother, Larry; and numerous nephews and nieces. Burial will follow at Copper Hill Church of the Brethren cemetery.⁴ He was buried at Copper Hill Church of the Brethren Cemetery, 8838 Floyd Hwy N. US Hwy 221, Copper Hill, Floyd Co., Virginia.⁴ He was born on November 24, 1952 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^2,3 He married Rita Faye Wimmer, daughter of Colonel Emera Wimmer and Blanche Louise Burnette, on April 28, 1973 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^1,2,5,4 Posy Weddle died on February 8, 2025 at Virginia at age 72.⁴

     Ernest Strouse Thompson was buried at Sunset Cemetery, 501 South Franklin Street, Christiansburg, Montgomery Co., Virginia.^2,4 He was born on March 4, 1906 at Montgomery Co., Virginia.^3,4 He married Beulah Vernon Spangler, daughter of John Harvey Spangler and Minnie Minerva Wimmer, on July 11, 1931 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.^1,5,6 Ernest Strouse Thompson died on August 15, 1964 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 58.^4,6 He Ernest S. Thompson, 58, died Saturday in a Roanoke hospital. Surviving are his wife, Mrs. Beulah Spangler Thompson, his mother, Mrs. J. T. Burke, Christiansburg; a sister, Mrs. Nell Canaday, Christiansburg; a brother, Robert Thompson, Roanoke. on August 16, 1964.⁶

     Katherine McCloskey was buried at Cedar Hill Cemetery, Mackeyville, Clinton Co., Pennsylvania.² She was born on July 4, 1849 at Pennsylvania.² As of June 21, 1871,her married name was Eldred.³ She married John Williamson Eldred, son of George Jarvis Eldred and Selina "Salina" Devling, on June 21, 1871 at Clinton Co., Pennsylvania.^3,1 Katherine McCloskey died on June 22, 1916 at Waynesburg, Greene Co., Pennsylvania, at age 66.^3,2

     Harry Jarvis Eldred was buried at Cedar Hill Cemetery, Mackeyville, Clinton Co., Pennsylvania.³ He was born on August 7, 1873 at Pennsylvania.⁵ He married Mildred Martin circa 1921.⁶ Harry Jarvis Eldred died on January 10, 1927 at Morgantown, Monongalia Co., West Virginia, at age 53.^5,3 He H. Jarvis Elderd, of Morgantown, West Virginia, nephew of the late Mrs. D. I. McNaul, of this city, and a former resident of Mackeyville, died Monday morning at that place after an illness of several months following an operation for a diseased sinus in the check bone. Deceased was aged 54 years and is survived by his wife and one son. The family resided in several places in western Pennsylvania before removing to Morgantown a number of years ago. Mr. Eldred was engaged in the coke and coal business. The body arrived in this city Wednesday afternoon and was taken to the Cedar Hill Cemetery, where burial was made. Rev. Elliott D. Parkhill had charge of services at the grave. on January 14, 1927.³

     Her Social Security Number was 235-12-8825.⁴ Mildred Martin was buried at East Oak Grove Cemetery, Morgantown, Monongalia Co., West Virginia.⁵ She was born on May 1, 1893 at Pittsburgh, Allegheny Co., Pennsylvania.^1,4 As of circa 1921,her married name was Eldred.² She married Harry Jarvis Eldred, son of John Williamson Eldred and Katherine McCloskey, circa 1921.¹ Mildred Martin died on November 6, 1983 at Morgantown, Monongalia Co., West Virginia, at age 90.¹

     Harry Jarvis "Jarvie" Eldred II Harry Jarvis "Jarvie" Eldred II, 79, of South Park, Morgantown, passed away Tuesday, Aug. 12, 2003, at his home. He was born July 2, 1924, in Pittsburgh, son of the late Harry Jarvis and Mildred Martin Eldred. Jarvis graduated from Morgantown High School in 1942. He and Don Knotts were well known for their entertainment with the Hi Y Club Minstrel throughout the Morgantown community. Don Knotts as a ventriloquist, Ritchie Ferrara on banjo and Jarvie on the musical saw were often a trio. He was blessed with an ear for music. A self-taught musician, he played piano, keyboard and the musical saw. He was a veteran of World War II in which he served in the U.S. Navy. After the war, Jarvis returned and became a skilled watchmaker and repairman and was affiliated with Robert Yagle Jewelry Store for seven years. Then the next 12 years of his life were spent as a mechanic in the area coal mines in Monongalia County. After leaving the mines, he entered the real estate field in which he constructed several apartment buildings in the Morgantown area. Jarvis was also a member of several civic organizations in Morgantown which include Lodge 4 A.F. & A.M. and was a 32nd degree Mason, and a member of the Shriners. He also was a member of the VFW Post 548, a former member of the BPO Elk Lodge 411. Jarvis was affiliated with the Mount Morris Assembly of God Church in Mount Morris, Pa. A devoted husband and loving father, he is survived by his wife, Kathleen McClure Eldred; three daughters and spouses, Karen Parson, of Maryland, Jenny and Dr. Neal Houslanger, of New York, and Judith and Kenneth Holland, of Arizona; a son, H. Jarvis Eldred III; 10 grandchildren, Michelle, Jennifer, Christina, Rebecca, Jarvis IV, Robert, Jessica, Zachary, Caleb and Crystal; a stepson and spouse, William and Regina McClure, of Mount Morris; and 10 great-grandchildren, Brandon, Alyssa, Mayloni, Kyana, Rashon, Jaylah, Dakota, Kayla, Jessie and H. Jarvis V. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Gloria Lemmon Eldred. Friends may call at Hastings Funeral Home on Thursday, Aug. 14, 2003, from 3-5 and 7-9 p.m. and Friday, Aug. 15, from 10 a.m. until the time of service at 11 a.m., with the Rev. Fred Tomlinson officiating. Burial will follow in the East Oak Grove Cemetery. The Morgantown Masonic A.F. & F.M. Lodge 4 will hold a graveside service and Shriners will act as pallbearers.²
He was buried at East Oak Grove Cemetery, Morgantown, Monongalia Co., West Virginia.^2,3 His Social Security Number was 236-28-6254.⁴ He married Helen Kathleen Reese.⁸ Harry Jarvis "Jarvie" Eldred II was born on July 2, 1924 at Pittsburgh, Allegheny Co., Pennsylvania.^9,2,3,4,5,6 He married Gloria Lee Lemmon on October 26, 1947 at Morgantown, Monongalia Co., West Virginia.^9,2,6 Harry Jarvis "Jarvie" Eldred II died on August 12, 2003 at Morgantown, Monongalia Co., West Virginia, at age 79.^9,2,3,4

     Gloria Lee Lemmon was buried at East Oak Grove Cemetery, Morgantown, Monongalia Co., West Virginia.⁵ Her Social Security Number was 190-20-4808.⁴ She was born on November 4, 1926 at Washington, D.C..^1,3,4 As of October 26, 1947,her married name was Eldred.³ She married Harry Jarvis "Jarvie" Eldred II, son of Harry Jarvis Eldred and Mildred Martin, on October 26, 1947 at Morgantown, Monongalia Co., West Virginia.^1,2,3 Gloria Lee Lemmon died in January, 1979 at Morgantown, Monongalia Co., West Virginia, at age 52.⁴

     Her Social Security Number was 236-20-7310.² Helen Kathleen Reese was buried at Cedar Grove Cemetery, Mount Morris, Greene Co., Pennsylvania.¹ She Kathleen McClure Eldred, 88, of Mt. Morris, died at 7 a.m. Sunday, June 19, 2011, in her home. She was born Saturday, March 31, 1923, in Tunnelton, W.Va., a daughter of the late Russell and Nellie Shay Reese. Mrs. Eldred was a member of Mt. Morris United Methodist Church. She also was a member of the Ladies Oriental Shrine of North America, Morgantown, W.Va. For six months out of the year, for the past 20 years, she lived in Fort Myers, Fla. Mrs. Eldred enjoyed playing darts and shuffleboard, having won several awards for both. She served as Perry Township tax collector for several years and was a homemaker. Her first husband, William F. McClure, died in February 1977. Her second husband, H. J. "Jarvis" Eldred II, died in 2005. Surviving are a son and wife, William A. and Reggie McClure of St. Paul, Va; a granddaughter, Christal Reynolds; a great-granddaughter, Kayla Reynolds; a sister, Louise Hoard of Berkley Springs, W.Va; a stepson and three stepdaughters; several stepgrandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. Deceased are a sister, Betty Phillips Dean; and three brothers, Arthur, Roy and Ray Reese. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday in Milliken and Throckmorton Funeral Home Inc., Daryl L. Throckmorton, owner/director, 324 Mt. Morris Road, P.O. Box 478, Mt. Morris. Additional visitation will be held from 10 to 11 a.m., the hour of service, Wednesday, June 22, in Mt. Morris Gospel Tabernacle Assembly of God, with the Rev. Milford Watters and the Rev. Fred Tomlinson officiating. Burial will be in Cedar Grove Cemetery, Mt. Morris.¹ Her married name was Eldred.¹ She married Harry Jarvis "Jarvie" Eldred II, son of Harry Jarvis Eldred and Mildred Martin.¹ Helen Kathleen Reese was born on March 31, 1923 at Tunnelton, Preston Co., West Virginia.^1,2 She died on June 19, 2011 at Mount Morris, Greene Co., Pennsylvania, at age 88.^1,2