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Benjamin N. Arquitt

Birth	:	6 Jul 1848 Syracuse, Onondaga County, New York, USA
Death	:	28 Jan 1931 Farley, Dubuque County, Iowa, USA
Burial	:	Saint Joseph Catholic Cemetery, Farley, Dubuque County, USA
Coordinate	:	42.4486008, -90.9961014
Description	:	Benjamin Arquitt was born July 6th, 1848 in Syracuse, New York of French-Canadian family. His parents were Joseph and Mary (Dinney) Arquitt. He came west with his parents when he was 6 years old. He was educated in Dubuque and when old enough he learned the stonecutting trade from his father. In 1870 he married Bridget Murphy daughter of Felix and Ann (Ryan) Murphy. She was also a native of New York. To this union six children were born: Clara Underwood, Agnes, Callahan, Gertrude, Charles, Noel and Winnie. Benjamin was... Read More	Benjamin Arquitt was born July 6th, 1848 in Syracuse, New York of French-Canadian family. His parents were Joseph and Mary (Dinney) Arquitt. He came west with his parents when he was 6 years old. He was educated in Dubuque and when old enough he learned the stonecutting trade from his father. In 1870 he married Bridget Murphy daughter of Felix and Ann (Ryan) Murphy. She was also a native of New York. To this union six children were born: Clara Underwood, Agnes, Callahan, Gertrude, Charles, Noel and Winnie. Benjamin was a Catholic and a member of Albert Lodge #204, KP of Farley. Around 1870, Ben and his father purchased the quarry at North Farley owned by Mason, Douglas and Brown. He worked it until he retired. He died Jan. 28, 1933. His wife Bridget preceded him in death. They are buried at St. Joseph Cemetery. His will states: to his daughter Gertrude and Winifred he left the home and all its contents, lot 380, Farley Junction, now the home of Larry and Irene Scherrman at 208 1st. Ave. S.E. Noel Arquitt was a meat cutter and had a butcher shop in Farley for many years. The History of Farley, Welu Publishing, Copyright, 1996. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ BENJAMIN N ARQUITT well known in Taylor Township Dubuque County is residing on section 6 and is operating what is known as the Farley Stone Quarry. He is pursuing a successful career and his good business ability and energy have brought about flattering results. A native of New York our subject was born in Syracuse June 6 ,1848 and is the fifth in order of birth of the family born to Joseph and Mary Dinney Arquitt. The father of our subject was born in Canada and when thirty years of age crossed into the States and located in New York. Remaining there for some time he in 1858 came west to this state and took up his abode in Dubuque County. Being a stone cutter and mason by occupation he soon found work at his trade and followed it until obliged to retire on account of old age, He died in 1889. His good wife still survives at the venerable age of four score years. She was born in Cornwall NY and there met and married Joseph Arquitt. Benjamin of this sketch accompanied his parents to this state and was reared and educated in Dubuque. When old enough he learned the stone cutter's trade from his father which he has followed his entire life. He worked for other parties until 1870 when he engaged in business for himself and at that time opened up the quarry which he is still operating and which is known as the Farley Quarry. From it our subject has obtained the stone used in the construction of many of the leading buildings in this county. He is carrying on a large and constantly increasing business and gives employment to from twenty five to thirty men. Benjamin N Arquitt and Miss Bridget Murphy were united in marriage in 1870. The a y was the daughter of Felix and Ann Ryan Murphy natives of the Plmpire State. To Mr. and Mrs. Arquitt have been born six children all of whom are living and named respectively Clara, Agnes, Gertie, Charles, Noel, and Winnie. Our subject and family are all members of the Roman Catholic Church. In social affairs Mr. Arquitt belongs to Albert Lodge No 204 KP of Farley and in politics he always votes for Democratic candidates. DBQ CO. HISTORY http://members.tripod.com/~Doreen_3/DBBIOAB.htm

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Benjamin N. Arquitt's memorial is located at: Saint Joseph Catholic Cemetery, Farley, Dubuque County, USA.
When did Benjamin N. Arquitt death?
Benjamin N. Arquitt death on 28 Jan 1931 in Farley, Dubuque County, Iowa, USA
Where are the coordinates of the Benjamin N. Arquitt's memorial?
Latitude: 42.4486008
Longitude: -90.9961014

Family Members:

Parent

Joseph Arcouet

(1798 - 1888)

Mary Dinny Arcouet

(unknow - unknow)

Spouse

Bridget Murphy Arquitt

(1847 - 1908)

Siblings

Joseph Arquitt

(unknow - 1872)

Louis Napoleon Arcouet

(1834 - 1917)

Adolphus “Adolph” Arquitt

(1842 - 1898)

Children

Agnes E. Arquitt Callahan

(1876 - 1953)

Gertrude Arquitt

(1878 - 1961)

Charles E. Arquitt

(1881 - 1967)

Noel Arquitt

(1883 - 1960)

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Nearby Cemetories:

1. Saint Joseph Catholic Cemetery
Farley, Dubuque County, USA
Coordinate: 42.4486008, -90.9961014

2. Hogan Cemetery
Farley, Dubuque County, USA
Coordinate: 42.4500140, -90.9812590

3. Fairview Cemetery
Farley, Dubuque County, USA
Coordinate: 42.4339981, -91.0139999

4. McGee Cemetery
Dubuque County, USA
Coordinate: 42.4852982, -91.0064011

5. Saint Patricks Cemetery
Epworth, Dubuque County, USA
Coordinate: 42.4432700, -90.9315400

6. Highview Cemetery
Epworth, Dubuque County, USA
Coordinate: 42.4556007, -90.9310989

7. Epworth Cemetery
Epworth, Dubuque County, USA
Coordinate: 42.4227982, -90.9317017

8. Johns Creek Cemetery
Farley, Dubuque County, USA
Coordinate: 42.3819008, -91.0338974

9. Saint Clements Cemetery
Bankston, Dubuque County, USA
Coordinate: 42.5196190, -90.9617890

10. Mount Hope Cemetery
Dyersville, Dubuque County, USA
Coordinate: 42.4716988, -91.0942001

11. Saint Johns Cemetery
Pleasant Grove, Dubuque County, USA
Coordinate: 42.3888926, -90.9268006

12. Johnson Cemetery
Peosta, Dubuque County, USA
Coordinate: 42.4547005, -90.8788986

13. Lattnerville Catholic Cemetery
Lattnerville, Dubuque County, USA
Coordinate: 42.4850000, -90.8872000

14. Worthington Baptist Cemetery
Worthington, Dubuque County, USA
Coordinate: 42.4119360, -91.1324930

15. Peosta Union Cemetery
Peosta, Dubuque County, USA
Coordinate: 42.4553290, -90.8506860

16. Saint Francis Cemetery
Dyersville, Delaware County, USA
Coordinate: 42.4879860, -91.1355320

17. Saint Paul Cemetery
Worthington, Dubuque County, USA
Coordinate: 42.3931007, -91.1260986

18. Rockville Cemetery
Rockville, Delaware County, USA
Coordinate: 42.4180500, -91.1445800

19. Spring Mills Cemetery
Holy Cross, Dubuque County, USA
Coordinate: 42.5610200, -90.9463600

20. Zion Reformed Church Cemetery
Cascade, Dubuque County, USA
Coordinate: 42.3465000, -91.0813000

21. Saint John the Baptist Cemetery
Centralia, Dubuque County, USA
Coordinate: 42.4707000, -90.8360000

22. Centralia Presbyterian Cemetery
Centralia, Dubuque County, USA
Coordinate: 42.4923000, -90.8327000

23. Saint Boniface Cemetery
New Vienna, Dubuque County, USA
Coordinate: 42.5518000, -91.1148000

24. Cook Cemetery
Rickardsville, Dubuque County, USA
Coordinate: 42.5681920, -90.8964840