Husband of Rebecca (Miller) Beers 1830-1912
Son of Benjamin Beers and Lydia (Deric) Beers
John and Rebecca were married April 21, 1850
John died age 75y
He was a vetern of the Mexican War, receiving a wound in the right hand, while standing guard at Pueblo, Mexico. He was in the battle of Cerro Gordo and honorably discharged in Dec 1847 at New Orleans, Louisiana, He earned the name "Mexcan John"
He also served in the Civil War- Co D 53rd PA Vols INF
Source: Cambria Freeman, Ebensburg, Cambria co., PA March 27, 1896
Death of John Beers Sr.
It is with feelings of profound sorrow and regret, that we note the death of one of our highly esteemed citizens and neighbors, "Uncle" John Beers, of Fallen Timber, who closed his eyes to all the scenes of this life at 9:15 p.m., Friday, March 20, 1896. He had been ailing for the past three years, sometimes suffering severely for weeks at a time, then such a marked change for the better would take place that our venerable friend rejoiced in the hope of living some years longer. Without a doubt his life would have been prolonged if he had taken better care of his health, but being of an unusually active, industrious and enterprising nature, he would persist in trying to do work on the farm, which overtaxed his strength. He was never so happy and contented as when busily engaged in cleaning up and making improvements on the farm, so that after his decease, the children would have everything nice and comfortable as possible. Death resulted from a broken down constitution, followed by Bright's disease. He seemed to realize for some time past that he could not recover. Every attention that a most devoted wife and kind children could bestow was lavished upon him, but medical skill and nursing were unavailing, and the spirit of the patient suffered quietly passed away to meet the God who gave it. "Uncle" John, as he was familiarly known in Cambria County, was a Volunteer Soldier in the war between the United States and Mexico, and served his country faithfully during a period of 6 months, when he was wounded in the hand, leaving if unfit for active use. He belonged to Company B Second Pennsylvania Volunteers. He received a liberal pension in consequence of the wound. Deceased was born on the old homestead, July 3, 1820, and was united in marriage to Miss Rebecca Miller forty seven years ago. To this happy union were born four boys and one girl, all of whom survive. Two sisters and five brothers survive him. Deceased was aged 75 years 8 months and 16 days. He was one of the most highly respected and widely known men in the County, and his place will never be filled in our community. He was an exceptionally kind and obliging neighbor, ever ready to grant any favor in his power to any one who needed it, and in numerous instances he borrowed money to help persons out of financial difficulties and save their homes. He couldn't say "no" to any one who needed help. He was a most charitable, honest citizen; a true friend, and a tender loving and affectionate father. The world would be happier if there were more such people in it. Always of a cheerful, sunny disposition, he not only looked on the bright side of life but strove to make those around him happy. It was a pleasure to visit at the hospitable home of Uncle John and wife, who always enjoyed the society of young people and children quite as well as when they were young. The funeral took place Monday p.m. and was one of the longest ever seen in this vicinity. The immense procession wended its way to the Lutheran church at Glasgow where services were conducted by the pastor, Rev. Kerlin, assisted by Rev. C. C. Bingham, of the U. B. church. The choir sang "My faith looks up to Thee," after which Rev. Bingham read the 12th chap. of the Songs of Solomon and led in prayer. "Rock of Ages" was next sung and Rev. Kerlin delivered a most able and impressive discourse taking as his text Ecc. 12:7. The choir sang "Asleep in Jesus." The casket was draped in the flag he loved so well. The remains were lovingly laid to rest in the Pleasant Hill cemetery. The children, who mourn the loss of a dear father, are George, of Mis., who was unable to be present at the funeral; Mrs. George Richards, of Roseland; John M., of Coalport, and W. H. and B. F., of this place. Three grand children survive, two of whom were at the funeral. To the bereaved wife and children the sincere and wide spread sympathy of the community is extended and may the God of all grace bless and sustain them in this sad hour. A Friend.
Mr. John Beers, Sr., a well known citizen, of Reade township, died at his home in that township, on Friday, March 20th, 1896, aged 75 years. The deceased was a Mexican war veteran, having at the breaking out of the war between this country and Mexico enlisted in Company B, Second Pennsylvania Volunteers and served until the end of the war. He leaves to survive him, his wife, four sons and one daughter. His remains were interred in Pleasant Hill cemetery, at Glasgow, on Monday. (Cambria Freeman, Mar 27, 1896)
My second great grand Uncle
Son of Benjamin Beers and Lydia (Deric) Beers
John and Rebecca were married April 21, 1850
John died age 75y
He was a vetern of the Mexican War, receiving a wound in the right hand, while standing guard at Pueblo, Mexico. He was in the battle of Cerro Gordo and honorably discharged in Dec 1847 at New Orleans, Louisiana, He earned the name "Mexcan John"
He also served in the Civil War- Co D 53rd PA Vols INF
Source: Cambria Freeman, Ebensburg, Cambria co., PA March 27, 1896
Death of John Beers Sr.
It is with feelings of profound sorrow and regret, that we note the death of one of our highly esteemed citizens and neighbors, "Uncle" John Beers, of Fallen Timber, who closed his eyes to all the scenes of this life at 9:15 p.m., Friday, March 20, 1896. He had been ailing for the past three years, sometimes suffering severely for weeks at a time, then such a marked change for the better would take place that our venerable friend rejoiced in the hope of living some years longer. Without a doubt his life would have been prolonged if he had taken better care of his health, but being of an unusually active, industrious and enterprising nature, he would persist in trying to do work on the farm, which overtaxed his strength. He was never so happy and contented as when busily engaged in cleaning up and making improvements on the farm, so that after his decease, the children would have everything nice and comfortable as possible. Death resulted from a broken down constitution, followed by Bright's disease. He seemed to realize for some time past that he could not recover. Every attention that a most devoted wife and kind children could bestow was lavished upon him, but medical skill and nursing were unavailing, and the spirit of the patient suffered quietly passed away to meet the God who gave it. "Uncle" John, as he was familiarly known in Cambria County, was a Volunteer Soldier in the war between the United States and Mexico, and served his country faithfully during a period of 6 months, when he was wounded in the hand, leaving if unfit for active use. He belonged to Company B Second Pennsylvania Volunteers. He received a liberal pension in consequence of the wound. Deceased was born on the old homestead, July 3, 1820, and was united in marriage to Miss Rebecca Miller forty seven years ago. To this happy union were born four boys and one girl, all of whom survive. Two sisters and five brothers survive him. Deceased was aged 75 years 8 months and 16 days. He was one of the most highly respected and widely known men in the County, and his place will never be filled in our community. He was an exceptionally kind and obliging neighbor, ever ready to grant any favor in his power to any one who needed it, and in numerous instances he borrowed money to help persons out of financial difficulties and save their homes. He couldn't say "no" to any one who needed help. He was a most charitable, honest citizen; a true friend, and a tender loving and affectionate father. The world would be happier if there were more such people in it. Always of a cheerful, sunny disposition, he not only looked on the bright side of life but strove to make those around him happy. It was a pleasure to visit at the hospitable home of Uncle John and wife, who always enjoyed the society of young people and children quite as well as when they were young. The funeral took place Monday p.m. and was one of the longest ever seen in this vicinity. The immense procession wended its way to the Lutheran church at Glasgow where services were conducted by the pastor, Rev. Kerlin, assisted by Rev. C. C. Bingham, of the U. B. church. The choir sang "My faith looks up to Thee," after which Rev. Bingham read the 12th chap. of the Songs of Solomon and led in prayer. "Rock of Ages" was next sung and Rev. Kerlin delivered a most able and impressive discourse taking as his text Ecc. 12:7. The choir sang "Asleep in Jesus." The casket was draped in the flag he loved so well. The remains were lovingly laid to rest in the Pleasant Hill cemetery. The children, who mourn the loss of a dear father, are George, of Mis., who was unable to be present at the funeral; Mrs. George Richards, of Roseland; John M., of Coalport, and W. H. and B. F., of this place. Three grand children survive, two of whom were at the funeral. To the bereaved wife and children the sincere and wide spread sympathy of the community is extended and may the God of all grace bless and sustain them in this sad hour. A Friend.
Mr. John Beers, Sr., a well known citizen, of Reade township, died at his home in that township, on Friday, March 20th, 1896, aged 75 years. The deceased was a Mexican war veteran, having at the breaking out of the war between this country and Mexico enlisted in Company B, Second Pennsylvania Volunteers and served until the end of the war. He leaves to survive him, his wife, four sons and one daughter. His remains were interred in Pleasant Hill cemetery, at Glasgow, on Monday. (Cambria Freeman, Mar 27, 1896)
My second great grand Uncle
Husband of Rebecca (Miller) Beers 1830-1912
Son of Benjamin Beers and Lydia (Deric) Beers
John and Rebecca were married April 21, 1850
John died age 75y
He was a vetern of the Mexican War, receiving a wound in the right hand, while standing guard at Pueblo, Mexico. He was in the battle of Cerro Gordo and honorably discharged in Dec 1847 at New Orleans, Louisiana, He earned the name "Mexcan John"
He also served in the Civil War- Co D 53rd PA Vols INF
Source: Cambria Freeman, Ebensburg, Cambria co., PA March 27, 1896
Death of John Beers Sr.
It is with feelings of profound sorrow and regret, that we note the death of one of our highly esteemed citizens and neighbors, "Uncle" John Beers, of Fallen Timber, who closed his eyes to all the scenes of this life at 9:15 p.m., Friday, March 20, 1896. He had been ailing for the past three years, sometimes suffering severely for weeks at a time, then such a marked change for the better would take place that our venerable friend rejoiced in the hope of living some years longer. Without a doubt his life would have been prolonged if he had taken better care of his health, but being of an unusually active, industrious and enterprising nature, he would persist in trying to do work on the farm, which overtaxed his strength. He was never so happy and contented as when busily engaged in cleaning up and making improvements on the farm, so that after his decease, the children would have everything nice and comfortable as possible. Death resulted from a broken down constitution, followed by Bright's disease. He seemed to realize for some time past that he could not recover. Every attention that a most devoted wife and kind children could bestow was lavished upon him, but medical skill and nursing were unavailing, and the spirit of the patient suffered quietly passed away to meet the God who gave it. "Uncle" John, as he was familiarly known in Cambria County, was a Volunteer Soldier in the war between the United States and Mexico, and served his country faithfully during a period of 6 months, when he was wounded in the hand, leaving if unfit for active use. He belonged to Company B Second Pennsylvania Volunteers. He received a liberal pension in consequence of the wound. Deceased was born on the old homestead, July 3, 1820, and was united in marriage to Miss Rebecca Miller forty seven years ago. To this happy union were born four boys and one girl, all of whom survive. Two sisters and five brothers survive him. Deceased was aged 75 years 8 months and 16 days. He was one of the most highly respected and widely known men in the County, and his place will never be filled in our community. He was an exceptionally kind and obliging neighbor, ever ready to grant any favor in his power to any one who needed it, and in numerous instances he borrowed money to help persons out of financial difficulties and save their homes. He couldn't say "no" to any one who needed help. He was a most charitable, honest citizen; a true friend, and a tender loving and affectionate father. The world would be happier if there were more such people in it. Always of a cheerful, sunny disposition, he not only looked on the bright side of life but strove to make those around him happy. It was a pleasure to visit at the hospitable home of Uncle John and wife, who always enjoyed the society of young people and children quite as well as when they were young. The funeral took place Monday p.m. and was one of the longest ever seen in this vicinity. The immense procession wended its way to the Lutheran church at Glasgow where services were conducted by the pastor, Rev. Kerlin, assisted by Rev. C. C. Bingham, of the U. B. church. The choir sang "My faith looks up to Thee," after which Rev. Bingham read the 12th chap. of the Songs of Solomon and led in prayer. "Rock of Ages" was next sung and Rev. Kerlin delivered a most able and impressive discourse taking as his text Ecc. 12:7. The choir sang "Asleep in Jesus." The casket was draped in the flag he loved so well. The remains were lovingly laid to rest in the Pleasant Hill cemetery. The children, who mourn the loss of a dear father, are George, of Mis., who was unable to be present at the funeral; Mrs. George Richards, of Roseland; John M., of Coalport, and W. H. and B. F., of this place. Three grand children survive, two of whom were at the funeral. To the bereaved wife and children the sincere and wide spread sympathy of the community is extended and may the God of all grace bless and sustain them in this sad hour. A Friend.
Mr. John Beers, Sr., a well known citizen, of Reade township, died at his home in that township, on Friday, March 20th, 1896, aged 75 years. The deceased was a Mexican war veteran, having at the breaking out of the war between this country and Mexico enlisted in Company B, Second Pennsylvania Volunteers and served until the end of the war. He leaves to survive him, his wife, four sons and one daughter. His remains were interred in Pleasant Hill cemetery, at Glasgow, on Monday. (Cambria Freeman, Mar 27, 1896)
My second great grand Uncle
Son of Benjamin Beers and Lydia (Deric) Beers
John and Rebecca were married April 21, 1850
John died age 75y
He was a vetern of the Mexican War, receiving a wound in the right hand, while standing guard at Pueblo, Mexico. He was in the battle of Cerro Gordo and honorably discharged in Dec 1847 at New Orleans, Louisiana, He earned the name "Mexcan John"
He also served in the Civil War- Co D 53rd PA Vols INF
Source: Cambria Freeman, Ebensburg, Cambria co., PA March 27, 1896
Death of John Beers Sr.
It is with feelings of profound sorrow and regret, that we note the death of one of our highly esteemed citizens and neighbors, "Uncle" John Beers, of Fallen Timber, who closed his eyes to all the scenes of this life at 9:15 p.m., Friday, March 20, 1896. He had been ailing for the past three years, sometimes suffering severely for weeks at a time, then such a marked change for the better would take place that our venerable friend rejoiced in the hope of living some years longer. Without a doubt his life would have been prolonged if he had taken better care of his health, but being of an unusually active, industrious and enterprising nature, he would persist in trying to do work on the farm, which overtaxed his strength. He was never so happy and contented as when busily engaged in cleaning up and making improvements on the farm, so that after his decease, the children would have everything nice and comfortable as possible. Death resulted from a broken down constitution, followed by Bright's disease. He seemed to realize for some time past that he could not recover. Every attention that a most devoted wife and kind children could bestow was lavished upon him, but medical skill and nursing were unavailing, and the spirit of the patient suffered quietly passed away to meet the God who gave it. "Uncle" John, as he was familiarly known in Cambria County, was a Volunteer Soldier in the war between the United States and Mexico, and served his country faithfully during a period of 6 months, when he was wounded in the hand, leaving if unfit for active use. He belonged to Company B Second Pennsylvania Volunteers. He received a liberal pension in consequence of the wound. Deceased was born on the old homestead, July 3, 1820, and was united in marriage to Miss Rebecca Miller forty seven years ago. To this happy union were born four boys and one girl, all of whom survive. Two sisters and five brothers survive him. Deceased was aged 75 years 8 months and 16 days. He was one of the most highly respected and widely known men in the County, and his place will never be filled in our community. He was an exceptionally kind and obliging neighbor, ever ready to grant any favor in his power to any one who needed it, and in numerous instances he borrowed money to help persons out of financial difficulties and save their homes. He couldn't say "no" to any one who needed help. He was a most charitable, honest citizen; a true friend, and a tender loving and affectionate father. The world would be happier if there were more such people in it. Always of a cheerful, sunny disposition, he not only looked on the bright side of life but strove to make those around him happy. It was a pleasure to visit at the hospitable home of Uncle John and wife, who always enjoyed the society of young people and children quite as well as when they were young. The funeral took place Monday p.m. and was one of the longest ever seen in this vicinity. The immense procession wended its way to the Lutheran church at Glasgow where services were conducted by the pastor, Rev. Kerlin, assisted by Rev. C. C. Bingham, of the U. B. church. The choir sang "My faith looks up to Thee," after which Rev. Bingham read the 12th chap. of the Songs of Solomon and led in prayer. "Rock of Ages" was next sung and Rev. Kerlin delivered a most able and impressive discourse taking as his text Ecc. 12:7. The choir sang "Asleep in Jesus." The casket was draped in the flag he loved so well. The remains were lovingly laid to rest in the Pleasant Hill cemetery. The children, who mourn the loss of a dear father, are George, of Mis., who was unable to be present at the funeral; Mrs. George Richards, of Roseland; John M., of Coalport, and W. H. and B. F., of this place. Three grand children survive, two of whom were at the funeral. To the bereaved wife and children the sincere and wide spread sympathy of the community is extended and may the God of all grace bless and sustain them in this sad hour. A Friend.
Mr. John Beers, Sr., a well known citizen, of Reade township, died at his home in that township, on Friday, March 20th, 1896, aged 75 years. The deceased was a Mexican war veteran, having at the breaking out of the war between this country and Mexico enlisted in Company B, Second Pennsylvania Volunteers and served until the end of the war. He leaves to survive him, his wife, four sons and one daughter. His remains were interred in Pleasant Hill cemetery, at Glasgow, on Monday. (Cambria Freeman, Mar 27, 1896)
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