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David Nelson Read1

M, #100070, b. 24 June 1920, d. 29 October 1982
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Parents

FatherGeorge Washington Read b. 21 November 1884, d. 1944
MotherMaude Rattenbury b. 1888, d. 1977
Relationships4th cousin 2 times removed of David Arthur Walker
Last Edited 28 April 2024 17:25:47
NameDavid Nelson Read was also known as David Read.2
BirthHe was born on 24 June 1920, in residence, Reads Corner, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, CanadaG.1
SonHe was enumerated on the census in 1921 in the household of George Washington Read, as a son, in Travellers Rest (rural Summerside), Prince County, Prince Edward Island, CanadaG. included in the household with George (age 36) were his wife Maude Rattenbury (age 32), their son David (age 11 months) and George's widowed mother Emma Bishop (age 70). George was a farmer.3
BaptismDavid Nelson Read was baptized on 6 November 1932 in Trinity United Church, Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada, 46.39454, -63.78915G. the officiating clergyman was L.B. Campbell.1
DeathHe died on 29 October 1982 in St. Catharines, Ontario, CanadaG.4,2
BurialHe was buried in the Peoples Cemetery, Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada, 46.40539, -63.77554G. Inscription: READ / David Nelson Read / June 24, 1920 - Oct. 29, 1982 / Benjamin Read / Dec. 24, 1921 - Apr. 4, 1997 / Rest in Peace.4
Tombstone, David Nelson Read (1920-1982), his brother Benjamin Read (1921-1997). Peoples Cemetery, Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada.

Citations

  1. [S5821] Baptism Record - David Nelson Read
  2. [S5813] George Read, personal communication
  3. [S9084] 1921 Canada Census, Travellers Rest, Prince County, Prince Edward Island
  4. [S6283] Cemetery Marker - David Nelson Read

Lois Clark1

F, #100074, b. 1793, d. September 1849
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Parents

FatherCarey Clark, Jr. b. 10 January 1766, d. 10 December 1857
MotherDorcas Moon b. About 1771, d. 1810
Relationships4th cousin 5 times removed of David Arthur Walker
Last Edited 13 April 2024 16:00:05
NameLois Clark was also known as Louise Clark.1
BirthShe was born in 1793, in Wallingford, Rutland County, VermontG.1
DeathShe died in September 1849.1

Citations

  1. [S5824] Jean Onasch, personal communication

Lucy Clark1

F, #100075, b. 16 March 1794
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Parents

FatherCarey Clark, Jr. b. 10 January 1766, d. 10 December 1857
MotherDorcas Moon b. About 1771, d. 1810
Relationships4th cousin 5 times removed of David Arthur Walker
Last Edited 13 April 2024 16:00:05
BirthLucy Clark was born on 16 March 1794, in Wallingford, Rutland County, VermontG.1

Citations

  1. [S5824] Jean Onasch, personal communication

William G. Clark1

M, #100076, b. 22 July 1795, d. 23 December 1861
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Parents

FatherCarey Clark, Jr. b. 10 January 1766, d. 10 December 1857
MotherDorcas Moon b. About 1771, d. 1810
Relationships4th cousin 5 times removed of David Arthur Walker
Last Edited 13 April 2024 16:00:05
BirthWilliam G. Clark was born on 22 July 1795, in Wallingford, Rutland County, VermontG.1
MarriageHe married Lois Call, in 1816, in Franklin County, VermontG.1
DeathHe died on 23 December 1861 in probably, Batavia, Genesee County, New YorkG.1

Children with Lois Call b. 1797

DaughterLucinda Clark+ b. 1818, d. 9 January 1887
SonWilliam A. Clark b. 11 May 1820, d. 9 November 1866
DaughterMahala Clark b. 15 March 1822, d. March 1866
DaughterUrsala Clark b. 20 February 1825, d. 14 April 1890
DaughterMelissa Clark b. 6 June 1828, d. 15 March 1860
DaughterEsther Clark b. 11 July 1830, d. 1912
SonCary Clark b. 27 October 1832, d. 12 August 1904

Citations

  1. [S5824] Jean Onasch, personal communication

Charles Clark1

M, #100077, b. About 1796
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Parents

FatherCarey Clark, Jr. b. 10 January 1766, d. 10 December 1857
MotherDorcas Moon b. About 1771, d. 1810
Relationships4th cousin 5 times removed of David Arthur Walker
Last Edited 13 April 2024 16:00:05
BirthCharles Clark was born About 1796, in Wallingford, Rutland County, VermontG.1

Citations

  1. [S5824] Jean Onasch, personal communication

Benoni Clark1

M, #100078, b. 28 April 1797
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Parents

FatherCarey Clark, Jr. b. 10 January 1766, d. 10 December 1857
MotherDorcas Moon b. About 1771, d. 1810
Relationships4th cousin 5 times removed of David Arthur Walker
Last Edited 13 April 2024 16:00:05
BirthBenoni Clark was born on 28 April 1797, in Wallingford, Rutland County, VermontG.1

Citations

  1. [S5824] Jean Onasch, personal communication

Carey B. Clark1

M, #100079, b. 6 January 1799, d. 8 December 1866
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Parents

FatherCarey Clark, Jr. b. 10 January 1766, d. 10 December 1857
MotherDorcas Moon b. About 1771, d. 1810
Relationships4th cousin 5 times removed of David Arthur Walker
Last Edited 13 April 2024 16:00:05
BirthCarey B. Clark was born on 6 January 1799, in Wallingford, Rutland County, VermontG.1
DeathHe died on 8 December 1866 in Carroll Township, Chautauqua County, New YorkG.1

Citations

  1. [S5824] Jean Onasch, personal communication

Caleb Clark1

M, #100080, b. 6 January 1799, d. 14 February 1862
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Parents

FatherCarey Clark, Jr. b. 10 January 1766, d. 10 December 1857
MotherDorcas Moon b. About 1771, d. 1810
Relationships4th cousin 5 times removed of David Arthur Walker
Last Edited 13 April 2024 16:00:05
BirthCaleb Clark was born on 6 January 1799, in Wallingford, Rutland County, VermontG.1
DeathHe died on 14 February 1862 in Ellicott, Chautauqua County, New YorkG.1

Citations

  1. [S5824] Jean Onasch, personal communication

Mary Clark1

F, #100081, b. 15 July 1802
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Parents

FatherCarey Clark, Jr. b. 10 January 1766, d. 10 December 1857
MotherDorcas Moon b. About 1771, d. 1810
Relationships4th cousin 5 times removed of David Arthur Walker
Last Edited 13 April 2024 16:00:05
BirthMary Clark was born on 15 July 1802, in Swanton, Franklin County, VermontG.1

Citations

  1. [S5824] Jean Onasch, personal communication

Sarah S. Clark1

F, #100082, b. About 1803
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Parents

FatherCarey Clark, Jr. b. 10 January 1766, d. 10 December 1857
MotherDorcas Moon b. About 1771, d. 1810
Relationships4th cousin 5 times removed of David Arthur Walker
Last Edited 13 April 2024 16:00:05
BirthSarah S. Clark was born About 1803, in Swanton, Franklin County, VermontG.1

Citations

  1. [S5824] Jean Onasch, personal communication

Warren Clark1

M, #100083, b. 11 April 1804, d. December 1877
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Parents

FatherCarey Clark, Jr. b. 10 January 1766, d. 10 December 1857
MotherDorcas Moon b. About 1771, d. 1810
Relationships4th cousin 5 times removed of David Arthur Walker
Last Edited 13 April 2024 16:00:05
BirthWarren Clark was born on 11 April 1804, in Swanton, Franklin County, VermontG.1
DeathHe died in December 1877 in Ellicott, Chautauqua County, New YorkG.1

Citations

  1. [S5824] Jean Onasch, personal communication

John Clark1

M, #100084, b. About 1805
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Parents

FatherCarey Clark, Jr. b. 10 January 1766, d. 10 December 1857
MotherDorcas Moon b. About 1771, d. 1810
Relationships4th cousin 5 times removed of David Arthur Walker
Last Edited 13 April 2024 16:00:05
BirthJohn Clark was born About 1805, in Swanton, Franklin County, VermontG.1

Citations

  1. [S5824] Jean Onasch, personal communication

Lois Call1

F, #100085, b. 1797
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RelationshipsPartner of William G. Clark (4th cousin 5 times removed of David Arthur Walker)
Last Edited 13 April 2024 16:00:05
NameLois Call was also known as Lois Clark.1
BirthShe was born in 1797, in Vermont, USAG.1,2
MarriageShe married William G. Clark, son of Carey Clark, Jr., and Dorcas Moon. in 1816, in Franklin County, VermontG.1

Children with William G. Clark b. 22 July 1795, d. 23 December 1861

DaughterLucinda Clark+ b. 1818, d. 9 January 1887
SonWilliam A. Clark b. 11 May 1820, d. 9 November 1866
DaughterMahala Clark b. 15 March 1822, d. March 1866
DaughterUrsala Clark b. 20 February 1825, d. 14 April 1890
DaughterMelissa Clark b. 6 June 1828, d. 15 March 1860
DaughterEsther Clark b. 11 July 1830, d. 1912
SonCary Clark b. 27 October 1832, d. 12 August 1904

Citations

  1. [S5824] Jean Onasch, personal communication
  2. [S9762] 1880 U.S. Federal Census, Humphrey, Cattaraugus County, New York

Lucinda Clark1

F, #100086, b. 1818, d. 9 January 1887
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Parents

FatherWilliam G. Clark b. 22 July 1795, d. 23 December 1861
MotherLois Call b. 1797
Relationships5th cousin 4 times removed of David Arthur Walker
Last Edited 13 April 2024 16:00:05
NameLucinda Clark was also known as Lydia Clark.2
NameShe was also known as Lucinda Bowen.3
BirthShe was born in 1818, in Genesee County, New York, USAG.3
Alt-BirthPlaceAn alternate birth place is in 1816 in Vermont, USAG.4
MarriageShe married Elias Bowen, Jr., son of Elias Bowen, Sr., and Lydia Wellington. in 1837.3,5
WitnessLucinda Clark was enumerated on the census on 2 August 1850 in the household of Elias Bowen, Jr., in Cattaraugus County, New York, USAG. included in the household with Elias (age 32) were his wife Lucinda (age 34) and sons Levi (age 11) and Clarke (age 9). Elias was a farmer.6
WitnessShe was enumerated on the census on 21 June 1855 in the household of Elias Bowen, Jr., in East Otto, Cattaraugus County, New York, USAG. included in the household with Elias (age 37) were his wife Lucinda (age 38), children Levi (age 16), Clarke F. (age 14), and Eliza Viola (age 3). Elias and Levi were farmers.7
WitnessShe was enumerated on the census on 10 July 1860 in the household of Elias Bowen, Jr., in East Otto, Cattaraugus County, New York, USAG. included in the household with Elias (age 42) were his wife Lucinda (age 44) and children Levi (age 21), Eliza (age 8), Manie (age 4). Also in the household was an unknown child, Loren W. Wright (age 10). Elias & Levi were a farmers.8
WitnessShe was enumerated on the census on 13 June 1865 in the household of Elias Bowen, Jr., in East Otto, Cattaraugus County, New York, USAG. included in the household with Elias (age 47) were his wife Lucinda (age 48), children Levi (age 26), daughter-in-law Lydia, wife of Levi, (age 18), Clark (age 24), Viola (age 13) and grandson Lewis (age 6), son of Clark. All of the adults worked on the farm.3
WitnessShe was enumerated on the census on 29 July 1870 in the household of Elias Bowen, Jr., in East Otto, Cattaraugus County, New York, USAG. included in the household with Elias (age 52) were his wife Lucinda (age 54) and daughter Viola (age 18). Elias was a farmer, Lucinda was keeping house.9
WitnessShe was enumerated on the census on 8 June 1875 in the household of Elias Bowen, Jr., in Humphrey, Cattaraugus County, New York, USAG. included in the household with Elias (age 57) was his wife Lucinda (age 58). Elias was a farmer, Lucinda was keeping house.10
WitnessShe was enumerated on the census on 12 June 1880 in the household of Elias Bowen, Jr., in Humphrey, Cattaraugus County, New York, USAG. included in the household with Elias (age 62) was his wife Lucinda (age 64). Elias was a farmer, Lucinda was keeping house.4
DeathShe died on 9 January 1887 in Cattaraugus County, New YorkG.1
BurialShe was buried in Sugartown Cemetery; Route 98, Great Valley, Cattaraugus County, New York, USAG.

Inscription: Lucinda / Wife of / Elias Bowen / Died / Jan. 9, 1887 / Left: Cary / Son of C.F & O.D. Bowen / Died / Oct. 23, 1874 / Aged 2 yrs., 4 mos., & 6 days (parents of Cary are Clark Bowen & Oliva Butler)Right: Elias Bowen (dates no longer legible.)11

Tombstone, Elias Bowen Jr. (1818-1903), his wife Lucinda Clark (1818-1887), grandson Cary (1872-1874). Sugartown Cemetery, Great Valley, Cattaraugus County, New York.
Left inscription detail, Carey Bowen.
Tombstone, Elias Bowen Sr. Sugartown Cemetery, Cattaraugus County, New York.

Children with Elias Bowen, Jr. b. 8 March 1818, d. 21 September 1903

SonLevi Bowen b. About 1839, d. 28 May 1874
SonClark F. Bowen+ b. 26 November 1840, d. 1920
DaughterEliza Viola Bowen b. 1 October 1852, d. 3 March 1935
SonE. Manie Bowen b. After 21 June 1855, d. Before 13 June 1865

Citations

  1. [S5824] Jean Onasch, personal communication
  2. [S9748] New York Town's Clerks' Registers of Men Who Served in the Civil War, ca. 1861-1865
  3. [S9760] 1865 New York State Census, East Otto, Cattaraugus County
  4. [S9762] 1880 U.S. Federal Census, Humphrey, Cattaraugus County, New York
  5. [S9766] The Post
  6. [S9765] 1850 U.S. Federal Census, Otto, Cattaraugus County, New York
  7. [S9761] 1855 New York State Census, East Otto, Cattaraugus County
  8. [S9767] 1860 U.S. Federal Census, East Otto, Cattaraugus County, New York
  9. [S9764] 1870 U.S. Federal Census, East Otto, Cattaraugus County, New York
  10. [S9763] 1875 New York State Census, Humphrey, Cattaraugus County
  11. [S9755] Cemetery marker, Sugartown Cemetery, Cattaraugus County, New York

William A. Clark1

M, #100087, b. 11 May 1820, d. 9 November 1866
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Parents

FatherWilliam G. Clark b. 22 July 1795, d. 23 December 1861
MotherLois Call b. 1797
Relationships5th cousin 4 times removed of David Arthur Walker
Last Edited 13 April 2024 16:00:05
BirthWilliam A. Clark was born on 11 May 1820, in Batavia, Genesee County, New YorkG.1
DeathHe died on 9 November 1866 in Russell, Warren County, PennsylvaniaG.1

Citations

  1. [S5824] Jean Onasch, personal communication

Mahala Clark1

F, #100088, b. 15 March 1822, d. March 1866
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Parents

FatherWilliam G. Clark b. 22 July 1795, d. 23 December 1861
MotherLois Call b. 1797
Relationships5th cousin 4 times removed of David Arthur Walker
Last Edited 13 April 2024 16:00:05
BirthMahala Clark was born on 15 March 1822, in Batavia, Genesee County, New YorkG.1
DeathShe died in March 1866 in Steuben, Crawford County, IndianaG.1

Citations

  1. [S5824] Jean Onasch, personal communication

Ursala Clark1

F, #100089, b. 20 February 1825, d. 14 April 1890
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Parents

FatherWilliam G. Clark b. 22 July 1795, d. 23 December 1861
MotherLois Call b. 1797
Relationships5th cousin 4 times removed of David Arthur Walker
Last Edited 13 April 2024 16:00:05
BirthUrsala Clark was born on 20 February 1825, in Batavia, Genesee County, New YorkG.1
DeathShe died on 14 April 1890.1

Citations

  1. [S5824] Jean Onasch, personal communication

Melissa Clark1

F, #100090, b. 6 June 1828, d. 15 March 1860
Pedigree Link

Parents

FatherWilliam G. Clark b. 22 July 1795, d. 23 December 1861
MotherLois Call b. 1797
Relationships5th cousin 4 times removed of David Arthur Walker
Last Edited 13 April 2024 16:00:05
BirthMelissa Clark was born on 6 June 1828, in Batavia, Genesee County, New YorkG.1
DeathShe died on 15 March 1860 in Carroll Township, Chautauqua County, New YorkG.1

Citations

  1. [S5824] Jean Onasch, personal communication

Esther Clark1

F, #100091, b. 11 July 1830, d. 1912
Pedigree Link

Parents

FatherWilliam G. Clark b. 22 July 1795, d. 23 December 1861
MotherLois Call b. 1797
Relationships5th cousin 4 times removed of David Arthur Walker
Last Edited 13 April 2024 16:00:05
BirthEsther Clark was born on 11 July 1830, in Machias, Cattaraugus County, New YorkG.1
DeathShe died in 1912 in Steuben, Crawford County, IndianaG.1

Citations

  1. [S5824] Jean Onasch, personal communication

Cary Clark1

M, #100092, b. 27 October 1832, d. 12 August 1904
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Parents

FatherWilliam G. Clark b. 22 July 1795, d. 23 December 1861
MotherLois Call b. 1797
Relationships5th cousin 4 times removed of David Arthur Walker
Last Edited 13 April 2024 16:00:05
BirthCary Clark was born on 27 October 1832, in Cattaraugus, Cattaraugus County, New YorkG.1
DeathHe died on 12 August 1904 in New YorkG.1

Citations

  1. [S5824] Jean Onasch, personal communication

Courtland Scott Paul1

M, #100093, b. 1 July 1949, d. 23 January 1992
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Last Edited 13 April 2024 16:00:05
NameCourtland Scott Paul was also known as Scott Paul.1
BirthHe was born on 1 July 1949, in Pasadena, Los Angeles County, CaliforniaG.1
DeathHe died on 23 January 1992.1
Alt-DeathAn alternate death date is on 27 January 1992.1
CremationHe was cremated.1

Citations

  1. [S2270] Margaret (Cairns) MacDonald, personal communication

Elias Bowen, Jr.1

M, #100095, b. 8 March 1818, d. 21 September 1903
Pedigree Link

Parents

FatherElias Bowen, Sr. b. 12 November 1792, d. 6 October 1872
MotherLydia Wellington b. 1799, d. 2 March 1861
RelationshipsPartner of Lucinda Clark (5th cousin 4 times removed of David Arthur Walker)
Last Edited 13 April 2024 16:00:05
BirthElias Bowen, Jr., was born on 8 March 1818, in Collins, Erie County, New York, USAG.1,2
Alt-Birth DateAn alternate recorded birth date is on 18 March 1818 in Cattaraugus Creek, Cattaraugus County, New York, USAG.3
WitnessHe moved with Elias Bowen, Sr., and Lydia Wellington to East Otto, Cattaraugus County, New York, USAG, About 1819.3
MarriageElias Bowen, Jr., married Lucinda Clark, daughter of William G. Clark and Lois Call. in 1837.4,3
CensusElias Bowen, Jr., was head of the household in the census on 2 August 1850 in Cattaraugus County, New York, USAG. included in the household with Elias (age 32) were his wife Lucinda (age 34) and sons Levi (age 11) and Clarke (age 9). Elias was a farmer.5
CensusHe was head of the household in the census on 21 June 1855 in East Otto, Cattaraugus County, New York, USAG. included in the household with Elias (age 37) were his wife Lucinda (age 38), children Levi (age 16), Clarke F. (age 14), and Eliza Viola (age 3). Elias and Levi were farmers.6
CensusHe was head of the household in the census on 10 July 1860 in East Otto, Cattaraugus County, New York, USAG. included in the household with Elias (age 42) were his wife Lucinda (age 44) and children Levi (age 21), Eliza (age 8), Manie (age 4). Also in the household was an unknown child, Loren W. Wright (age 10). Elias & Levi were a farmers.7
Milit-EnlistHe enlisted on 30 August 1862 in East Otto, Cattaraugus County, New York, USAG.8,1
U.S. Civil War Muster Roll, Elias Bowen Jr.
Milit-MusterHe was mustered on 24 September 1862 in New York, USAG, he was mustered in 154th Regiment, New York Infantry, G Company, with the rank of Private.8,1
New York, Town Clerks' Registers of Men Who Served in the Civil War, ca. 1861-1865. Entry for Elias Bowen Jr.
Milit-DischargedHe was discharged on 26 January 1863 it was recorded that Elias was discharged for disability. P.O. address was East Otto, New York.8,1
Milit-DischargedHe was discharged on 5 March 1864 he was discharged with the rank of Private, for disability order. In the Remarks box was recorded that Elias was "Absent in hospital" and "Bounty pd. by town of East Otto, $100.". His physical description recorded "Eyes gray, Hair dark, Complexion fair, 5ft. 8 1/4" high". Refer to the exhibit displayed for his enlistment.8
CensusHe was head of the household in the census on 13 June 1865 in East Otto, Cattaraugus County, New York, USAG. included in the household with Elias (age 47) were his wife Lucinda (age 48), children Levi (age 26), daughter-in-law Lydia, wife of Levi, (age 18), Clark (age 24), Viola (age 13) and grandson Lewis (age 6), son of Clark. All of the adults worked on the farm.4
CensusHe was head of the household in the census on 29 July 1870 in East Otto, Cattaraugus County, New York, USAG. included in the household with Elias (age 52) were his wife Lucinda (age 54) and daughter Viola (age 18). Elias was a farmer, Lucinda was keeping house.9
CensusHe was head of the household in the census on 8 June 1875 in Humphrey, Cattaraugus County, New York, USAG. included in the household with Elias (age 57) was his wife Lucinda (age 58). Elias was a farmer, Lucinda was keeping house.10
CensusHe was head of the household in the census on 12 June 1880 in Humphrey, Cattaraugus County, New York, USAG. included in the household with Elias (age 62) was his wife Lucinda (age 64). Elias was a farmer, Lucinda was keeping house.11
DeathHe died on 21 September 1903 in the home of his son Clark, Ellicottville, Cattaraugus County, New YorkG. Obituary: "ELIAS BOWEN. Died at the home of his son Clark in this village, Monday Sep 21st, Elias BOWEN, aged 85 years, 6 months. Funeral services were held at the Presbyterian church this afternoon w/burial at Sugartown where services were conducted by the GAR of which he was a member. He was in fairly good health until about 3 years ago since which time he has failed rapidly. His death was very sudden although he had been so feeble;he was talking with his grandson not over 3 minutes before he passed away. Mr. BOWEN was born at Cattaraugus Creek,Erie Co, March 18, 1818. When about 1 year old his parents moved to East Otto where he lived until about 28 years ago when he moved to Humphrey & later to Collins,Erie Co. About 2 years ago on account of failing health he came to live w/his son Clark where he has since made his home. In 1837 he was united in marriage with Lucinda CLARK of Machias who died about 20 years ago. 4 children were born to them-3 boys-Levi, Clark & Manie-&1 girl Viola who lives in Oshkosh WI. In 1840 he united with the Free Baptist church, where he remained a consistent member up to his death. In Aug 1862 he enlisted in Co G 154th NY Vols- dicharged for disabilities Apr 1863."3
Obituary, Elias Bowen Jr., The Post, Ellicottville, New York, published Wednesday 23 September 1903.
Alt-DeathAn alternate death date is in 1902 in Machias, Cattaraugus County, New York, USAG.2
BurialHe was buried in Sugartown Cemetery; Route 98, Great Valley, Cattaraugus County, New York, USAG.

Inscription: Lucinda / Wife of / Elias Bowen / Died / Jan. 9, 1887 / Left: Cary / Son of C.F & O.D. Bowen / Died / Oct. 23, 1874 / Aged 2 yrs., 4 mos., & 6 days (parents of Cary are Clark Bowen & Oliva Butler)Right: Elias Bowen (dates no longer legible.)2

Tombstone, Elias Bowen Jr. (1818-1903), his wife Lucinda Clark (1818-1887), grandson Cary (1872-1874). Sugartown Cemetery, Great Valley, Cattaraugus County, New York.
Left inscription detail, Carey Bowen.
Tombstone, Elias Bowen Jr. Sugartown Cemetery, Cattaraugus County, New York.

Children with Lucinda Clark b. 1818, d. 9 January 1887

SonLevi Bowen b. About 1839, d. 28 May 1874
SonClark F. Bowen+ b. 26 November 1840, d. 1920
DaughterEliza Viola Bowen b. 1 October 1852, d. 3 March 1935
SonE. Manie Bowen b. After 21 June 1855, d. Before 13 June 1865

Citations

  1. [S9759] New York, Town Clerks' Registers of Men Who Served in the Civil War, ca. 1861 - 1865
  2. [S9756] Cemetery marker, Sugartown Cemetery, Cattaraugus County, New York
  3. [S9766] The Post
  4. [S9760] 1865 New York State Census, East Otto, Cattaraugus County
  5. [S9765] 1850 U.S. Federal Census, Otto, Cattaraugus County, New York
  6. [S9761] 1855 New York State Census, East Otto, Cattaraugus County
  7. [S9767] 1860 U.S. Federal Census, East Otto, Cattaraugus County, New York
  8. [S9758] US Civil War Muster Roll Abstracts, 1861-1900
  9. [S9764] 1870 U.S. Federal Census, East Otto, Cattaraugus County, New York
  10. [S9763] 1875 New York State Census, Humphrey, Cattaraugus County
  11. [S9762] 1880 U.S. Federal Census, Humphrey, Cattaraugus County, New York

Elias Bowen, Sr.1

M, #100096, b. 12 November 1792, d. 6 October 1872
Pedigree Link
Last Edited 13 April 2024 16:00:05
BirthElias Bowen, Sr., was born on 12 November 1792, in Cheshire, Bershire County, Massachusetts, USAG.2
Alt-Birth-Date&PlaceAn alternate birth date & place are in 1798 in Connecticut, USAG.3
MarriageHe married Lydia Wellington.1
MovedHe and Lydia Wellington moved to East Otto, Cattaraugus County, New York, USAG, About 1819.4
CensusHe was head of the household in the census on 1 August 1850 in Otto, Cattaraugus County, New York, USAG, Included in the household with Elias (age 57) were his wife Lydia Wellington (age 17), their children Joseph (age 17), Lydia (age 14), Azem (age 10) & Judson (age 6), and their grandchildren Alzina J. Sherwood (age 10) and Electa Anna Sherwood (age 5), daughters of Lorana Bowen & Frank Sherwood.5
CensusHe was head of the household in the census on 19 June 1855 in East Otto, Cattaraugus County, New York, USAG. included in the household with Elias Sr. (age 62) were his wife Lydia (age 58), children Lydia (age 19), Daniel (age 17), Azem F. (age 15) & Judson (age 11), and granddaughter Electa Sherwood (age 11). Elias, Daniel & Azem were farmers.6
CensusHe was head of the household in the census on 30 August 1860 in Machias, Cattaraugus County, New York, USAG. There is some confusion about the line entries in this census. Daniel was still a young man, newly married, and named first in the household, implying that he was Head of Household. Yet, the entry for the value of the farm was recorded on the line for his father Elias. I am assuming that Elias was actually Head of Household. Included in the household with Elias (age 67), his wife Lydia Wellington (age 61), their son Daniel (age 21) and his wife Rebecca (age 20).7
WitnessHe was enumerated on the census on 17 June 1865 in the household of Mahaman Bowen in East Otto, Cattaraugus County, New York, USAG. Included in the household with Mahaman (age 49) were his wife Margaret (age 38), his father Elias Bowen Sr. (age 72), their children Margaret (age 13), Snowy (age 9) and Amy (age 5).8
DeathElias Bowen, Sr., died on 6 October 1872 in East Otto, Cattaraugus County, New York, USAG.2
BurialHe was buried in East Otto Cemetery, East Otto, Cattaraugus County, New York, USAG.

Inscription: Elias Bowen / Died / Oct. 6, 1872 / Aged / [remainder of marker is broken away and missing.].2

Broken tombstone lying on top of the broken marker of his wife, in turn on top of their son Jesse, Elias Bowen Sr. (1798-1862). East Otto Cemetery, Cattaraugus County, New York. Photo courtesy of Jean Onasch.

Children with Lydia Wellington b. 1799, d. 2 March 1861

DaughterAlzina Bowen+ b. 1813
SonMahaman Bowen+ b. 14 October 1815, d. 16 February 1894
SonElias Bowen, Jr.+ b. 8 March 1818, d. 21 September 1903
DaughterLorana Bowen+ b. 1820
SonWellington Bowen+ b. 1821, d. 1903
SonCaleb Briggs Bowen+ b. 1827, d. 1882
SonJesse Bowen b. 1828, d. 10 November 1851
SonJoseph N. Bowen b. 1833, d. 1899
DaughterLydia Bowen b. 1836, d. 1917
SonDaniel Bowen+ b. 7 February 1839, d. 28 March 1912
SonAzem F. Bowen b. 1840, d. 20 October 1907
SonJudson Bowen b. 26 November 1844, d. 18 June 1911

Citations

  1. [S5824] Jean Onasch, personal communication
  2. [S9773] Cemetery marker, East Otto Cemetery, East Otto, Cattaraugus County, New York
  3. [S9762] 1880 U.S. Federal Census, Humphrey, Cattaraugus County, New York
  4. [S9766] The Post
  5. [S9797] 1850 US Census, Otto, Cattaraugus County, New York
  6. [S9777] 1855 New York State Census, East Otto, Cattaraugus County
  7. [S9798] 1860 US Census, Machias, Cattaraugus County, New York
  8. [S9802] 1865 New York State Census, East Otto, Cattaraugus County

Lydia Wellington1

F, #100097, b. 1799, d. 2 March 1861
Pedigree Link
Last Edited 13 April 2024 16:00:05
NameLydia Wellington was also known as Lydia Bowen.1
BirthShe was born in 1799, in Vermont, USAG.2,3
MarriageShe married Elias Bowen, Sr..1
Principal 2She and Elias Bowen, Sr., moved to East Otto, Cattaraugus County, New York, USAG, About 1819.4
WitnessShe was enumerated on the census on 1 August 1850 in the household of Elias Bowen, Sr., in Otto, Cattaraugus County, New York, USAG. Included in the household with Elias (age 57) were his wife Lydia Wellington (age 17), their children Joseph (age 17), Lydia (age 14), Azem (age 10) & Judson (age 6), and their grandchildren Alzina J. Sherwood (age 10) and Electa Anna Sherwood (age 5), daughters of Lorana Bowen & Frank Sherwood.5
WitnessShe was enumerated on the census on 19 June 1855 in the household of Elias Bowen, Sr., in East Otto, Cattaraugus County, New York, USAG. included in the household with Elias Sr. (age 62) were his wife Lydia (age 58), children Lydia (age 19), Daniel (age 17), Azem F. (age 15) & Judson (age 11), and granddaughter Electa Sherwood (age 11). Elias, Daniel & Azem were farmers.6
WitnessShe was enumerated on the census on 30 August 1860 in the household of Elias Bowen, Sr., in Machias, Cattaraugus County, New York, USAG. There is some confusion about the line entries in this census. Daniel was still a young man, newly married, and named first in the household, implying that he was Head of Household. Yet, the entry for the value of the farm was recorded on the line for his father Elias. I am assuming that Elias was actually Head of Household. Included in the household with Elias (age 67), his wife Lydia Wellington (age 61), their son Daniel (age 21) and his wife Rebecca (age 20).7
DeathShe died on 2 March 1861 in East Otto, Cattaraugus County, New York, USAG.3,8
BurialShe was buried in East Otto Cemetery, East Otto, Cattaraugus County, New York, USAG.

Inscription: Lydia, / wife of / [remainder of marker is broken away and missing.].9

Broken tombstone of Lydia Wellington (1799-1861) lying beneath the broken marker of her husband, in turn on top of their son Jesse. East Otto Cemetery, Cattaraugus County, New York. Photo courtesy of Jean Onasch.

Children with Elias Bowen, Sr. b. 12 November 1792, d. 6 October 1872

DaughterAlzina Bowen+ b. 1813
SonMahaman Bowen+ b. 14 October 1815, d. 16 February 1894
SonElias Bowen, Jr.+ b. 8 March 1818, d. 21 September 1903
DaughterLorana Bowen+ b. 1820
SonWellington Bowen+ b. 1821, d. 1903
SonCaleb Briggs Bowen+ b. 1827, d. 1882
SonJesse Bowen b. 1828, d. 10 November 1851
SonJoseph N. Bowen b. 1833, d. 1899
DaughterLydia Bowen b. 1836, d. 1917
SonDaniel Bowen+ b. 7 February 1839, d. 28 March 1912
SonAzem F. Bowen b. 1840, d. 20 October 1907
SonJudson Bowen b. 26 November 1844, d. 18 June 1911

Citations

  1. [S5824] Jean Onasch, personal communication
  2. [S9762] 1880 U.S. Federal Census, Humphrey, Cattaraugus County, New York
  3. [S9774] Cemetery marker, Mount Prospect Cemetery, Franklinville, Cattaraugus County, New York
  4. [S9766] The Post
  5. [S9797] 1850 US Census, Otto, Cattaraugus County, New York
  6. [S9777] 1855 New York State Census, East Otto, Cattaraugus County
  7. [S9798] 1860 US Census, Machias, Cattaraugus County, New York
  8. [S9795] Ancestral File
  9. [S9796] Cemetery tombstone

Levi Bowen1

M, #100098, b. About 1839, d. 28 May 1874
Pedigree Link

Parents

FatherElias Bowen, Jr. b. 8 March 1818, d. 21 September 1903
MotherLucinda Clark b. 1818, d. 9 January 1887
Relationships6th cousin 3 times removed of David Arthur Walker
Last Edited 13 April 2024 16:00:05
BirthLevi Bowen was born About 1839, in Cattaraugus County, New YorkG.1
WitnessHe was enumerated on the census on 2 August 1850 in the household of Elias Bowen, Jr., in Cattaraugus County, New York, USAG. included in the household with Elias (age 32) were his wife Lucinda (age 34) and sons Levi (age 11) and Clarke (age 9). Elias was a farmer.2
WitnessLevi Bowen was enumerated on the census on 21 June 1855 in the household of Elias Bowen, Jr., in East Otto, Cattaraugus County, New York, USAG. included in the household with Elias (age 37) were his wife Lucinda (age 38), children Levi (age 16), Clarke F. (age 14), and Eliza Viola (age 3). Elias and Levi were farmers.3
WitnessLevi Bowen was enumerated on the census on 10 July 1860 in the household of Elias Bowen, Jr., in East Otto, Cattaraugus County, New York, USAG. included in the household with Elias (age 42) were his wife Lucinda (age 44) and children Levi (age 21), Eliza (age 8), Manie (age 4). Also in the household was an unknown child, Loren W. Wright (age 10). Elias & Levi were a farmers.4
MarriageLevi Bowen married Lydia Butler, daughter of Horace Butler and Alzina Bowen.5,1
WitnessLevi Bowen was enumerated on the census on 13 June 1865 in the household of Elias Bowen, Jr., in East Otto, Cattaraugus County, New York, USAG. included in the household with Elias (age 47) were his wife Lucinda (age 48), children Levi (age 26), daughter-in-law Lydia, wife of Levi, (age 18), Clark (age 24), Viola (age 13) and grandson Lewis (age 6), son of Clark. All of the adults worked on the farm.1
DeathLevi Bowen died on 28 May 1874.5

Partner with Lydia Butler b. About 1847

Citations

  1. [S9760] 1865 New York State Census, East Otto, Cattaraugus County
  2. [S9765] 1850 U.S. Federal Census, Otto, Cattaraugus County, New York
  3. [S9761] 1855 New York State Census, East Otto, Cattaraugus County
  4. [S9767] 1860 U.S. Federal Census, East Otto, Cattaraugus County, New York
  5. [S5824] Jean Onasch, personal communication

Clark F. Bowen1

M, #100099, b. 26 November 1840, d. 1920
Pedigree Link

Parents

FatherElias Bowen, Jr. b. 8 March 1818, d. 21 September 1903
MotherLucinda Clark b. 1818, d. 9 January 1887
Relationships6th cousin 3 times removed of David Arthur Walker
Last Edited 13 April 2024 16:00:05
NameClark F. Bowen was also known as Clarke Bowen.2,3
BirthHe was born on 26 November 1840, in Machias, Cattaraugus County, New YorkG.4
Alt-Birth DateAn alternate recorded birth date is in November 1841 in Cattaraugus County, New YorkG.5
WitnessHe was enumerated on the census on 2 August 1850 in the household of Elias Bowen, Jr., in Cattaraugus County, New York, USAG. included in the household with Elias (age 32) were his wife Lucinda (age 34) and sons Levi (age 11) and Clarke (age 9). Elias was a farmer.6
WitnessClark F. Bowen was enumerated on the census on 21 June 1855 in the household of Elias Bowen, Jr., in East Otto, Cattaraugus County, New York, USAG. included in the household with Elias (age 37) were his wife Lucinda (age 38), children Levi (age 16), Clarke F. (age 14), and Eliza Viola (age 3). Elias and Levi were farmers.2
MarriageClark F. Bowen married first Mary About 1858.1
CensusHe was head of the household in the census on 10 July 1860 in East Otto, Cattaraugus County, New York, USAG. included in the household with Clark (age 19) were his first wife Mary (age 21) and their son Lewis (age 1). Clark was a farm labourer, Mary a domestic.1
LivingHe was living in East Otto, Cattaraugus County, New York, USAG, in 1863.7
Milit-RegnHe was listed as subject for military duty on 30 June 1863 in Cattaraugus County, New York, USAG.7
US Civil War Draft Registration.
Milit-DraftHe was drafted into the U.S. military on 17 March 1865 in Dunkirk, Chautauqua County, New YorkG, he was drafted with the rank of Private in the Union Army.4
American Civil War Draft & Discharge Record for Clark F. Bowen.
WitnessHe was enumerated on the census on 13 June 1865 in the household of Elias Bowen, Jr., in East Otto, Cattaraugus County, New York, USAG. included in the household with Elias (age 47) were his wife Lucinda (age 48), children Levi (age 26), daughter-in-law Lydia, wife of Levi, (age 18), Clark (age 24), Viola (age 13) and grandson Lewis (age 6), son of Clark. All of the adults worked on the farm.3
Milit-EndClark F. Bowen ended military service on 2 July 1865.4
MarriageHe married second Oliva D. Butler daughter of Horace D. Butler and Alzina Bowen, on 6 September 1865 in probably, East Otto, Cattaraugus County, New YorkG.5
CensusClark F. Bowen was head of the household in the census on 20 July 1870 in East Otto, Cattaraugus County, New York, USAG. included in the household with Clark (age 28) were his second wife Oliva (age 24), children by his first marriage, Lewis (age 11) & Freddie (age 3), and son by his second marriage, Byron (age 10 months). Clark was a farmer, Olivia a housekeeper.8
CensusHe was head of the household in the census on 23 June 1880 in Franklinville, Cattaraugus County, New York, USAG. included in the household with Clark (age 39) were his second wife Oliva (age 35), child by his first marriage, Freddie (age 14), and children by his second marriage, Byron (age 11), Walter (age 6) and Pearl (age 10 months). Clark was a farmer, Oliva a housekeeper. Byron and Walter were at school.9
CensusHe was head of the household in the census on 16 February 1892 in East Otto, Cattaraugus County, New York, USAG. included in the household with Clark (age 52) were his second wife Oliva (age 47), children Walter (age 19) and Pearl (age 13). Clark was a farmer.10
CensusHe was head of the household in the census on 8 June 1900 in Ellicotville, Cattaraugus County, New York, USAG. included in the household with Clark (age 59) were his second wife Oliva (age 55), their son William (age 18). Clark was a stack drover.11
CensusHe was head of the household in the census on 27 April 1910 in Franklinville, Cattaraugus County, New York, USAG. included in the household with Clark (age 69) was his second wife Oliva (age 65). Clark worked at odd jobs.12
CensusHe was head of the household in the census on 10 January 1920 in Franklinville, Cattaraugus County, New York, USAG. Clark (age 79) was listed as Head 1 in the household with his son William, Head 2, and his family.13
WitnessHe was enumerated on the census on 10 January 1920 in the household of William Wellington Bowen in Franklinville, Cattaraugus County, New York, USAG. an unusual relation entry was made in this census in that Clark was recorded as Head 1 and son William as Head 2. Included in the household with Clark (age 79), now widowed, were his son William (age 36), his wife Mary (age 31), children Carlile (age 13), Clayton (age 10), Catherine (age 7), and Lenora (age 5). William was a labourer for the railroad, laying track.14
DeathClark F. Bowen died in 1920.15
BurialHe was buried in Sugartown Cemetery; Route 98, Great Valley, Cattaraugus County, New York, USAG.

Inscription: Clark F. Bowen / 1840 - 1920 / Oliva D. His Wife / 1845 - 1918.15

Tombstone, Clark F. Bowen (1840-1920), his wife Oliva D. Butler (1845-1918). Sugartown Cemetery, Cattaraugus County, New York.

Children with Mary b. 27 March 1842, d. 26 May 1863

SonLewis C. Bowen b. 14 October 1858, d. 15 June 1916
SonWillie L. Bowen b. 4 January 1861, d. 19 December 1862

Children with Oliva D. Butler b. 19 April 1845, d. 17 October 1918

SonFred C. Bowen+ b. 17 July 1866, d. 20 June 1957
SonByron Francis Bowen b. 3 July 1869, d. 1943
SonCary Bowen b. 17 June 1872, d. 23 October 1874
SonWalter Bowen b. July 1873, d. After April 1943
DaughterPearl Bowen b. August 1879, d. Before April 1943
SonWilliam Wellington Bowen+ b. June 1881, d. June 1934

Citations

  1. [S9742] 1860 US Census, East Otto, Cattaraugus County, New York
  2. [S9761] 1855 New York State Census, East Otto, Cattaraugus County
  3. [S9760] 1865 New York State Census, East Otto, Cattaraugus County
  4. [S9748] New York Town's Clerks' Registers of Men Who Served in the Civil War, ca. 1861-1865
  5. [S5824] Jean Onasch, personal communication
  6. [S9765] 1850 U.S. Federal Census, Otto, Cattaraugus County, New York
  7. [S9749] US Civil War Draft Registrations Records, 1863-1865
  8. [S9743] 1870 US Census, East Otto, Cattaraugus County, New York
  9. [S9744] 1880 US Census, East Otto, Cattaraugus County, New York
  10. [S9745] 1892 US Census, East Otto, Cattaraugus County, New York
  11. [S9746] 1900 US Census, Ellicotville, Cattaraugus County, New York
  12. [S9747] 1910 US Census, Franklinville, Cattaraugus County, New York
  13. [S9737] 1920 US Census, Franklinville, Cattaraugus County, New York
  14. [S9738] 1920 US Census, Franklinville, Cattaraugus County, New York
  15. [S9753] Cemetery marker, Sugartown Cemetery, Cattaraugus County, New York

Eliza Viola Bowen1,2

F, #100100, b. 1 October 1852, d. 3 March 1935
Pedigree Link

Parents

FatherElias Bowen, Jr. b. 8 March 1818, d. 21 September 1903
MotherLucinda Clark b. 1818, d. 9 January 1887
Relationships6th cousin 3 times removed of David Arthur Walker
Last Edited 13 April 2024 16:00:05
NameEliza Viola Bowen was also known as Eliza V. Bowen.1
NameShe was also known as Viola Bowen.2
BirthShe was born on 1 October 1852, in Cattaraugus County, New York, USAG.3,2
WitnessShe was enumerated on the census on 21 June 1855 in the household of Elias Bowen, Jr., in East Otto, Cattaraugus County, New York, USAG. included in the household with Elias (age 37) were his wife Lucinda (age 38), children Levi (age 16), Clarke F. (age 14), and Eliza Viola (age 3). Elias and Levi were farmers.1
WitnessShe was enumerated on the census on 10 July 1860 in the household of Elias Bowen, Jr., in East Otto, Cattaraugus County, New York, USAG. included in the household with Elias (age 42) were his wife Lucinda (age 44) and children Levi (age 21), Eliza (age 8), Manie (age 4). Also in the household was an unknown child, Loren W. Wright (age 10). Elias & Levi were a farmers.4
WitnessShe was enumerated on the census on 13 June 1865 in the household of Elias Bowen, Jr., in East Otto, Cattaraugus County, New York, USAG. included in the household with Elias (age 47) were his wife Lucinda (age 48), children Levi (age 26), daughter-in-law Lydia, wife of Levi, (age 18), Clark (age 24), Viola (age 13) and grandson Lewis (age 6), son of Clark. All of the adults worked on the farm.2
WitnessShe was enumerated on the census on 29 July 1870 in the household of Elias Bowen, Jr., in East Otto, Cattaraugus County, New York, USAG. included in the household with Elias (age 52) were his wife Lucinda (age 54) and daughter Viola (age 18). Elias was a farmer, Lucinda was keeping house.5
LivingShe was living in Oshkosh, Winnebago County, Wisconsin, USAG, in 1903.6
DeathShe died on 3 March 1935 in Menomie, Dunn County, WisconsinG.3

Citations

  1. [S9761] 1855 New York State Census, East Otto, Cattaraugus County
  2. [S9760] 1865 New York State Census, East Otto, Cattaraugus County
  3. [S5824] Jean Onasch, personal communication
  4. [S9767] 1860 U.S. Federal Census, East Otto, Cattaraugus County, New York
  5. [S9764] 1870 U.S. Federal Census, East Otto, Cattaraugus County, New York
  6. [S9766] The Post