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Abraham Gish “Captain” Blackwell

Birth : 18 May 1843 Floyd, Floyd County, Virginia, USA
Death : 24 Dec 1928 Floyd County, Virginia, USA
Burial : Abraham G. Blackwell Cemetery, Floyd, Floyd County, USA
Coordinate : 36.9945000, -80.2382000
Description : Abraham Gish Blackwell married Mary Elizabeth Holt Nov. 28, 1867 in Floyd County, VA. They did not have children but often kept other children in their home. Abe served in the War Between the states in the 54th VA Inf and also in the Cavalry. He owned a large farm and had a large apple orchard.
Although, his tombstone had "Captain" before his name, he was not a captain, it was merely an affectionate term friends and neighbors used when speaking to him.

frequently asked questions (FAQ):

  • Where is Abraham Gish “Captain” Blackwell's memorial?

    Abraham Gish “Captain” Blackwell's memorial is located at: Abraham G. Blackwell Cemetery, Floyd, Floyd County, USA.

  • When did Abraham Gish “Captain” Blackwell death?

    Abraham Gish “Captain” Blackwell death on 24 Dec 1928 in Floyd County, Virginia, USA

  • Where are the coordinates of the Abraham Gish “Captain” Blackwell's memorial?

    Latitude: 36.9945000
    Longitude: -80.2382000

Family Members:

Parent

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Moses Blackwell Jr.

(1794 - 1863)

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Rebekah Walter Blackwell

(1813 - 1885)

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Nearby Cemetories:

1. Andrew James Rutrough Cemetery
Floyd, Floyd County, USA
Coordinate: 36.9876941, -80.2340052

2. Shank Cemetery
Floyd, Floyd County, USA
Coordinate: 36.9845180, -80.2407180

3. Lawrence Cemetery
Floyd, Floyd County, USA
Coordinate: 36.9857700, -80.2260700

4. Hoback-Ruthrough Cemetery
Floyd, Floyd County, USA
Coordinate: 36.9888463, -80.2540729

5. Andrew Naff Family Cemetery
Floyd County, USA
Coordinate: 36.9928960, -80.2573050

6. Richards Cemetery
Floyd, Floyd County, USA
Coordinate: 36.9830813, -80.2241807

7. Samuel L. Vest Cemetery
Floyd County, USA
Coordinate: 37.0042958, -80.2212194

8. Eli Blackwell Cemetery
Floyd County, USA
Coordinate: 37.0033911, -80.2609997

9. Wright Cemetery
Pizarro, Floyd County, USA
Coordinate: 36.9765820, -80.2169300

10. Stuart Cemetery
Floyd, Floyd County, USA
Coordinate: 36.9964000, -80.2058100

11. Stonewall Cemetery
Floyd, Floyd County, USA
Coordinate: 36.9915850, -80.2054740

12. Harman Cemetery
Floyd, Floyd County, USA
Coordinate: 36.9737230, -80.2588140

13. Claytor Family Cemetery
Copper Hill, Floyd County, USA
Coordinate: 36.9736138, -80.2123514

14. Light Cemetery
Floyd County, USA
Coordinate: 37.0239163, -80.2420248

15. James Martin Family Cemetery
Simpsons, Floyd County, USA
Coordinate: 37.0186250, -80.2602310

16. Price Cemetery
Floyd, Floyd County, USA
Coordinate: 36.9813493, -80.1995809

17. Strickler Cemetery
Floyd, Floyd County, USA
Coordinate: 36.9609570, -80.2451350

18. Floyd County Farm Cemetery
Floyd, Floyd County, USA
Coordinate: 36.9606960, -80.2320990

19. Cole Family Cemetery
Floyd County, USA
Coordinate: 37.0276321, -80.2493207

20. Lampey - Martin - Spangler Cemetery
Floyd County, USA
Coordinate: 37.0134472, -80.2753057

21. Martin Cemetery
Floyd County, USA
Coordinate: 37.0294519, -80.2440853

22. Red Oak Grove Cemetery
Floyd County, USA
Coordinate: 36.9818410, -80.2863910

23. Cole Family Cemetery
Floyd County, USA
Coordinate: 37.0301170, -80.2680980

24. Board Cemetery
Floyd County, USA
Coordinate: 37.0289500, -80.2060200