Braden Obituaries
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From: "Al Hill" [alfbhill@aol.com] To: [PAWASHIN-L@rootsweb.com] Subject: [WASH] Col. James Ruple, died 1855 Date: Sunday, May 06, 2001 12:05 PM Posted on: Washington County PA Obituaries Forum http://cgi.rootsweb.com/~genbbs/genbbs.cgi/USA/Pa/WashingtonObits/10839 Surname: Ruple, Braden ------------------------- DEATH OF COL. JAMES RUPLEDeparted this life on Monday Morning, January 8th, 1855, at his residence in this Borough, after a protracted illness, from an enlargement of the stomach, Col. JAMES RUPLE. The deceased was born in the state of New Jersey, in 1788--consequently, at the time of his death was aged about 67 years. When 6 years old, his father emigrated to the west and settled in Morris township,in this county, where the subject of these comments remained until he had arrived at the years of manhood, when he removed to the Borough of Washington,of which he has been a resident for nigh half a century. During the War of 1812, Col. Ruple marched to the northern frontier, in a company from this neighborhood, but circumstances arising in the progress of the war which rendered their services unnecessary, they returned to their homes at the expiration of a few months, and by the instructions of the proper officer. In 1828, Col. R. was appointed Clerk of the Courts of Washington County by Gov. Wolf, and remained in that position until the Ritner administration came into power in 1835. He was re-appointed to the same office in 1839, and in the fall of that year, under the operation of the amended Constitution, was elected by the people, and remained in office until 1842, when he retired, having discharged his duties to the complete satisfaction of the public. But, it was not in public life that Col. Ruple displayed those noble traits of character for which he was long distinguished, he rather shunned than courted official honors, and for which he was so much esteemed even by those who enjoyed only a partial acquaintance with him. He was a MAN, in all the full, liberal, and extended sense of the term. Although not the possessor of great pecuniary means, he was ever among the first and foremost in the inception, progress, and completion of every public enterprise, and every measure designed to promote good morals and the welfare of community in other respects. Often have we listened to the enthusiasm with which he descanted upon some great reform, and hoped that others would partake of his commendable zeal. To say that he was faultless, is not our purpose, but, like every generous nature, his faults appeared upon the surface. With him there was no concealment, no disingenuous, no hypocrisy. All was frank, bold, and undisguised. And there was not the semblance of malice in anything he did. He had a feeling of sympathy for all men, a heart that overflowed with compassion. We knew him well; and, hence, we feel a freedom in paying this humble tribute to his memory. As a friend, Col. Ruple was warm, ardent, devoted, and unselfish. As a citizen, he was industrious, public spirited, and enterprising. As a man, he was kind, courteous, dignified, and accommodating. As a christian, he was exemplary, humble, and faithful. And as a husband and father, he was all that those endeared to him by the ties implied in those tender ties could desire. On Wednesday afternoon, the National Independent Blues, commanded by Capt. McAlister, and a very large concourse of citizens, attended the remains of the deceased to the Washington Cemetery, where they were deposited in their final resting place to await the summons of the resurrection. Note: This clipping wasn't identified, but was most likely from The Washington Observer. Col. Ruple's daughter Anna married John Dickey Braden of Washington, PA. (AH) ==== PAWASHIN Mailing List ==== Remember!! The reply to key will send only to the author of a message. If your reply "might" be of interest to the list, be sure to enter PAWASHIN-L@rootsweb.com in the cc box on your mail program.From: "Al Hill" [alfbhill@aol.com] To: [PAWASHIN-L@rootsweb.com] Subject: [WASH] Catherine McIntyre Braden Obit, 1879 Date: Sunday, May 06, 2001 12:05 PM Posted on: Washington County PA Obituaries Forum http://cgi.rootsweb.com/~genbbs/genbbs.cgi/USA/Pa/WashingtonObits/10837 Reply Here Surname: Braden, McIntyre, Herce ------------------------- CATHERINE BRADEN OBITUARY 13 AUG 1879 Braden August 13th, 1879, at her home in Beaver Falls, PA., Mrs. Catherine McIntyre Braden, widow of John Braden, late of Chippewa Twp, Beaver County, deceased, in the eighty-eighth year of her age. Thus, after a separation of some fourteen years, they are again unitied by death and sleep together now beneath the same sod on the old homestead where they had lived a long and happy wedded life. Catherine Braden was the youngest daughter of William McIntyre, who, as the writer was informed, came to this country, when quite young, from the highlands of Scotland, and with his father, lived near Hagerstown, in the state of Maryland. He there, in the course of years, married Margaret Herce, who was of English parents, and Catherine, as before stated, was the youngest in a family of six, five daughters and one son. She was born near Hagerstown on the __ day of September, 1791, and when a small girl, her father and family removed to Chippewa township, in Beaver County, to the farm known as the Stratton farm. A year or so after this Catherine went on a visit to a sister, who had married in Washington County, and whilst there, she became a member of the Methodist Church of the town of Washington, which at that time was a very small denomination indeed, and not as popular and flourishing as it is at the present time. Thus early in life she made a profession of religion, and for seventy years thereafter was an earnest and faithful member of the church of her early choice, living without spot or blemish, and respected and confided in by all who knew her. Hers was a cheerful religion, always happy and joyful in the confident hope which her faith gave her, and in her declining years, ready and willing at all times to give up her life whenever God should demand it of her; feeling, as she often said, "That death was only a rest from the labor of life, and that those who sleep in Jesus shall awake to live forever in the bosom of God." She was married in the summer of the year 1815, and lived a married life of over fifty years on the farm where she and her husband lie buried. Although she lived far beyond the allotted years, yet death came to her at last, as it has, and will come to every son and daughter of the human race. At the close of a bright summer day, whilst yet the golden tints of the setting sun lingered upon and burnished the eastern hills, she calmly and, apparently without pain, gave up her live and closed her eyes in that dreamless slumber from which no mortal eye shall ever awaken. May her rest in the grave be as peaceful and quiet as was her life gentle and loving, until, as was her own unswerving faith, she shall awaken in that better land to live and rejoice forever, is the prayer of one she loved, and who honored and loved her in return, and who humbly lays this memento at the foot of her grave, hoping that when death shall come to him, wherever she may be, he also shall be permitted to come. ==== PAWASHIN Mailing List ==== If you are unsubscribed because of a full mail box, bounced messages, or server problems, just subscribe again.
From: "Al Hill" [alfbhill@aol.com] To: 9PAWASHIN-L@rootsweb.com] Subject: [WASH] Alfred Goodrich Braden Date: 21 Nov 1999 12:00 PM Posted on: Washington County PA Obituaries Forum http://cgi.rootsweb.com/~genbbs/genbbs.cgi/USA/Pa/WashingtonObits/10839 Reply Here Surnames: Braden, Acheson, Goodrich, Hall, Ruple A. G. BRADEN FAITHFUL AND SINCERE CITIZEN (Washington, PA, 1940?) A. G. Braden, who passed away this week at the venerable age of 84 years, was a sincere and faithful citizen and by reason of those virtues left his imprint upon the affairs of Washington and the county. Those hundreds of citizens associated with him during the period he served as principal of the Washington Schools will remember him as a rigid disciplinarian but conscientious and earnest in the performance of those duties. As an attorney Mr. Braden held the esteem of the members of his profession as forthright and firm and respected for the strength of his convictions and integrity. As an active member of the Democratic party, Mr. Braden was long one of its leaders, serving for a period as its chairman. He was ever faithful to his party but was one of the Jeffersonian group. His wide field of activities brought him in contact with citizens in all parts of the county. His influence was wide. He will be remembered by his many acquaintances for his virtues and forthright convictions. A member of one of the pioneer clans of the district, Mr. Braden was an American of the type which it is to be regretted is passing. ==== PAWASHIN Mailing List ==== If you are unsubscribed because of a full mail box, bounced messages, or server problems, just subscribe again.
[alfbhill@aol.com] To: [PAWASHIN-L@rootsweb.com] Subject: [WASH] Alfred Goodrich Braden Date: 21 Nov 1999 12:00 PM Posted on: Washington County PA Obituaries Forum http://cgi.rootsweb.com/~genbbs/genbbs.cgi/USA/Pa/WashingtonObits/10839 Surnames: Acheson, Braden, Campbell, Goodrich, Hall, Mann, Ruple A. G. BRADEN, PROMINENT WASHINGTONIAN, IS DEAD Venerable Attorney and Political Leader is Dead Attorney A. G. Braden, member of an old Washington family and long prominent in affairs of this city and the county, died last night at his home after a long illness. Attorney A. G. Braden, 84, member of one of Washington's old families and long prominent in the affairs of this City and the County, died last night about 11 O'clock at his home on Washington R. D. 6 at tht headwaters of the No. 4 dam of the Citizens Water Company. Mr. Braden was stricken ill in January 1939 and never regained his health. A son of attorney John D. and Anna Rupel Braden, he was born in Washington County October 16, 1857 and had lived here his entire life. After completing his studies in the public schools, he enrolled at Washington and Jefferson College, graduating with the class of 1881. From 1884 to 1897, Mr. Braden was principal of the Washington schools, much progress being made under his leadership. While at the head of the schools here, he studied law and was admitted to practice in 1895 and began practice in 1897. He was associated with the late Charles Campbell under the firm name of Braden and Campbell. Attorney Braden, also served as a member of the Washington School Board and as president of that body. For a long time he was president of the board of health. Mr. Braden had the distinction of being the first solicitor of Washington under its present third class charter. Politically, Attorney Braden was a Democrat and long one of the leaders of the party in Washington County. He was delegate to a number of national conventions of the party and during the years immediately preceding his illness had served two terms as county chairman. Attorney Braden married Miss Ida Mann Hall, daughter of John H. and Irene Jane Howell Hall, of Wheeling, July 21, 1886. Mrs. Braden preceded him in death, dying Aug. 31, 1939. Seven children were born to the union, three, Irene, Laura, and Capt. A. G. Braden, Jr., being deceased. Four children survive: Mrs. Ida Braden Hill, Mooresville,Ala.; Miss Edith Braden of Pittsburgh; Miss Ann Braden, at home; and Postmaster John M. Braden, of Washington. He leaves one sister, Miss Lillie M. Braden, of West Wheeling Street. Funeral services will be held at thew Braden home Friday afternoon at 2:30 O'clock. Burial will be in the Washington Cemetery. ==== PAWASHIN Mailing List ==== If you are unsubscribed because of a full mail box, bounced messages, or server problems, just subscribe again.
Dawn Denise Braden Worked in Shop 'n Save food court Dawn Denise "DeeDee" Braden, 44, of Washington, died unexpectedly Wednesday, November 16, 2005, in her residence. She was born September 30, 1961, in Washington, a daughter of Donald Ross Braden of Washington and the late Betty Dague. She attended Immaculate Conception High School and graduated from Washington High School. She had worked in the food court at Shop 'n Save in Washington. She enjoyed music and was a member of VFW Post 927. She was a loving mother and grandmother and enjoyed caring for her granddaughter. Her companion, with whom she shared her home, was Edward R. Zelenka Jr. of Washington. Surviving are her stepmother, Marlene Cramer Braden of Washington; a son, James Erik Skidmore of Eighty Four; a daughter, Lisa Skidmore of Washington; two sisters, Carol A. Wilson of Butler and Linda J. Dantry of Muse; two grandchildren, MacKenzie Skidmore and Kira Rowley. Deceased is a grandson, Donovan J. Skidmore. Friends will be received from 6 to 8 p.m. Saturday in William G. Neal Funeral Homes Ltd., 925 Allison Avenue, Washington. Services will be held at 8 p.m. Saturday, November 19, in the funeral home, with pastor Gary Gibson officiating. Burial will be private and at the convenience of the family. Additional information and guest book online at www.NealFuneralHome.com.Danley, Hannah The Washington Observer, Washington, Pennsylvania. Mrs. Hannah Danley Mrs. Hannah Danley, wife of the late A.W. Danley, died at her home in West Finley Township, Thursday, Jan. 13,1949 at 2:10 a.m. Born at West Finley January 25, 1861, she was a daughter of Alexander and Jane Montgomery Sprowls. She lived in West Finley Township her entire life,having resided at Burnsville for the past 45 years. She was known to her many friends as "Mother Danley." A faithful member of the Windy Gap Presbyterian Church, she had always been interested in all phases of church work. Her father had been instrumental in the establishment of the Windy Gap church more than 100 years ago. Mrs.Danley was a charter member of the Church Missionary Society. She is survived by the following children; Zetta, wife of T.G. Braden, Washington, D.C.; Florence, wife of H.S. Kuder, of Canonsburgh; John, West Finley; A.B. Danley, West Alexander and Mary, Bridgeville; Isa Boles died March 27, 1947, and another child died in infancy. One sister survives, Mrs. Caroline Irey of New Kensington, who was 95 years old January 10. Also surviving are seven grandchildren: Dr. James W. Braden; Helen Boles, Washington; Dr. Howard Kuder, Chevy Chase, Md.; Mrs. Louise Hill, New Kensington; Mrs. Mary Ulrich, State College; Lee Danley, West Finley and Mary Hannah Danley, West Alexander, Pa.
Danley, A. B. Pg. 170, Helen Barnhart Morris Scrapbook. A.B. Danley A.B. Danley, 59, West Alexander, died at his home at 11:37 p.m. Sunday (?), November 9, 1952, after an illness of several months. A son of the late A.W. and Hanna Sprowls Danley, he was born August 19, 1893, in West Finley township. In 1926, he was united in marriage to Margaret Mahan of Lexington, Ky., who survives. For the past 25 years he operated the A.B. Danley Trucking Company, engaged in hauling milk and grain. He was a life member of the Windy Gap Presbyterian Church. Surviving, besides his wife, are one daughter, Miss Mary Danley, at home; three sisters, Mrs. T.G. Braden, Washington, D.C.; Mrs. H.C. Kuder, Canonsburg; and Miss Mary H. Danley, Bridgeville; and one brother, John M. Danley, West Finley. One sister, Mrs. Isa Boles, is deceased.
Danley, A. B. Pg. 170, Helen Barnhart Morris Scrapbook. A.B. Danley A.B. Danley, 59, West Alexander, died at his home at 11:37 p.m. Sunday (?), November 9, 1952, after an illness of several months. A son of the late A.W. and Hanna Sprowls Danley, he was born August 19, 1893, in West Finley township. In 1926, he was united in marriage to Margaret Mahan of Lexington, Ky., who survives. For the past 25 years he operated the A.B. Danley Trucking Company, engaged in hauling milk and grain. He was a life member of the Windy Gap Presbyterian Church. Surviving, besides his wife, are one daughter, Miss Mary Danley, at home; three sisters, Mrs. T.G. Braden, Washington, D.C.; Mrs. H.C. Kuder, Canonsburg; and Miss Mary H. Danley, Bridgeville; and one brother, John M. Danley, West Finley. One sister, Mrs. Isa Boles, is deceased.
Fazier, Nina Danley Pg. 96, Helen Barnhart Morris Scrapbook. Mrs. Nina Danley Frazier Nina A. Danley, wife of William H. Frazier, died at her home, 5311 Second avenue, Pittsburgh, at nine o'clock Saturday night, June 12, 1909, of pulmonary tuberculosis, after an illness of about three years. Funeral services were held at her late home at eight o'clock, Monday evening, conducted by her pastor, Rev. Wynn. The remains were brought to West Finley Tuesday, the further service being conducted by Rev. A.C. Jobes, of Bethany. Interment in West Finley cemetery. Mrs. Frazier was born at Good Intent, December 3, 1856, daughter of Samuel (deceased) and Katherine Danley. She was a faithful member of the Hazelwood Christian church, regular in the service as long as she was able. She was associated with various branches of the church work and active in the Christian Women's Board of Missions and the Ladies' Aid Society, and identified with other benevolent, philanthropic and humanitarium work. She bore the greatest respect and esteem of her acquaintances. She is survived by her husband and her mother, two daughters, Misses Gertrude and Adaline, and one son, John D. Cox; also by two brothers and one sister--A. Wilson Danley and George Danley, and Mrs. Leroy Fields of Burnsville.
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