Marshall Harvey Richman (1820-1899) - Find a Grave Memorial

Marshall Harvey Richman

Birth

11 Sep 1820

Death

9 Apr 1899 (aged 78)

Wayne County, Iowa, USA

Burial

Gwinn Cemetery

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Humeston New Era, Humeston, Iowa

Wednesday, April 5, 1899

A Pioneer Citizen Passes Away

Marshall H. Richman died at his home, about three miles northwest of town, last Sunday evening, after a long illness, the ultimate cause of his death being paralysis.

Mr. Richman was born in Greenbrier county, Virginia, September 11, 1820, the son of Samuel and Sarah (Caperton) Richman. He remained on his father's farm until his marriage, December 9, 1841, to Mary Ann Guinn (Gwinn). They remained in their native county until 1850, when they came to Iowa, arriving in this state in the spring of that year, settling on the Des Moines River until fall, when they moved to their present home in this township. West Virginia seceded from Virginia in 1861.

Mr. Richman was the first settler in this township, which was afterwards named in his honor, and the home which he made here in 1850 has been his home ever since.

Mr. Richman followed surveying for some years. He was justice of the peace for many years, was a member of the board of supervisors several terms and served in other positions, all with credit and honor. He was always a good and helpful citizen, a kind husband and father, and a choice neighbor, and his death caused the deep regret among all who knew him.

The funeral services were held yesterday at the home, conducted by George Thompson, and he was laid to rest in the Gwinn cemetery, by the Masonic order of which he has been a member for many years.

Humeston New Era, Humeston, Iowa

Wednesday, April 5, 1899

A Pioneer Citizen Passes Away

Marshall H. Richman died at his home, about three miles northwest of town, last Sunday evening, after a long illness, the ultimate cause of his death being paralysis.

Mr. Richman was the first settler in this township, which was afterwards named in his honor, and the home which he made here in 1850 has been his home ever since.

The funeral services were held yesterday at the home, conducted by George Thompson, and he was laid to rest in the Gwinn cemetery, by the Masonic order of which he has been a member for many years.