IRVIN, Riley - Putnam

Source: Attica Daily Ledger 5 March 1915 p 4

Riley Irvin was born in Putnam County, Indiana Nov 29, 1829.  Died at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Jemima Marlowe near Roberts on Thursday evening Feb 25.  He was one of 11 children, two of whom survive.  Josiah Irvin, who lives near Attica and Mrs. Sumalt of Oklahoma. He was twice married, his first wife was Millie Bethel, a sister of Tom Bethel of Roberts. To them were born three children of whom Mrs. Marlowe is the only one living. There are two granddaughters, Mrs. James J. Brown of Attica RR 6 and Mrs. JE Lindsey of Leota Landing, Mississippi.  Two great grandchildren, Mildred and Harold Brown. The second wife was Rachel Johnson who survives him. The funeral was held at the Marlowe home on Saturday afternoon; interment in Riverside cemetery.