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WILLIAM H. BEEBOUT, was born in Island Creek Township. February 13, 1840 and was a son of Samuel and Margaret (Barcus) Beebout, who were early residents of Island Creek Township. After attending the schools of the township and Richmond College, he operted a general store at Richmond for nearly forty years. Mr. Beebout was a Civil War veteran, having enlisted in the 100-days service with the 158th Ohio Volunteer Infantry; he was a member and treasurer of the Harry Hale Post, No. 427, G. A. R., of Richmond. He was a member of the Presbyterian Church, of Richmond and was its treasurer for forty-five years. He was secretary of the Union Cemetery Association, was township treasurer and treasurer of Richmond for several yearsand was politically identified with the Republican party. At the time of his death he was the owner of 207 acres of farm land in Island Creek Township. Mr. Beebout was a music teacher and choir leader for a number of years. Mr. Beebout was married October 5, 1871 to Rhoda Rex Gladden, who was born November 1, 1840 in Island Creek Township, and of their union were born: A.G. Beebout, a resident of Chicago, Ill., who married Alice Barton, a daughter of Rev. Fred Barton; Emelda, who married J. R. Simpson; and Constance, who was married September 26, 1900, to Thomas F. Hobson. Mr. Beebout died February 18, 1910, after a lingering illness and three days later, February 21, his beloved wife was united with him in death. She was a woman highly respected for her many kindly traits of character and had been a member of the Presbyterian Church from girlhood. A double funeral service was held at the Presbyterian Church, the services being conducted by their pastor, Rev. Heilewell, who was assisted by Rev. Dr. McMillan.  Return to Family Tales
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