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John Patrick Darcy Sr.

Birth	:	13 Apr 1859 Castlecomer, County Kilkenny, Ireland
Death	:	28 May 1945 Creighton, Knox County, Nebraska, USA
Burial	:	Saint Ludgers Catholic Cemetery, Creighton, Knox County, USA
Coordinate	:	42.4757000, -97.9092000
Description	:	John Patrick Darcy, Sr. Born in Coon, (near Castlecomer), Co. Kilkenny, Muckalee Parish, Ireland on April 13, 1858, Married Katherine McGrath in Coon, Ireland, St. Brigit church, and immediately moved to Warrington, England, where they lived for six years. In the 1881 English Census the family lived in Warrington, Lancashire, 63 Pierpoint St., England. He is listed as a general laborer. While their 3 children were born, John, Jr., Mark P. and Margraret. They arrived in the USA in on May 6, 1886. They moved to Creighton, Knox Co., Nebraska, where he farmed. They... Read More	John Patrick Darcy, Sr. Born in Coon, (near Castlecomer), Co. Kilkenny, Muckalee Parish, Ireland on April 13, 1858, Married Katherine McGrath in Coon, Ireland, St. Brigit church, and immediately moved to Warrington, England, where they lived for six years. In the 1881 English Census the family lived in Warrington, Lancashire, 63 Pierpoint St., England. He is listed as a general laborer. While their 3 children were born, John, Jr., Mark P. and Margraret. They arrived in the USA in on May 6, 1886. They moved to Creighton, Knox Co., Nebraska, where he farmed. They arrived on the SS Circassian at Quebec, Canada on May 3, 1886 and crossed into the USA by train at Buffalo, NY. Thomas Patrick Darcy was also a passenger on the SS Circassian. They arrived on May 6, 1886. He and Kate were naturalized US citizens in 1894, at Niobrara, Knox Co., Nebraska. His daughter Margaret became a Catholic sister, Sister Mary Wilhemina; Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Children born to John and Katherine McGrath in the United States who survived childhood were: Michael Frances ( b, 20, May 1887, d. 1944); Joseph L.(b. 10 Mar 1888, d. 5 Aug 1913); Catherine Eleanor (b. 5 Feb 1891, d 11 Nov 1978); Mary Agnes/Mame (b 6 Nov. 1896); Ellen (b 13 Sep 1898, d 3 Dec 1895). Katherine McGrath Darcy died in 1929 and John Patrick Darcy died May 28, 1945; John Patricks married his second wife Stiene Hanson on Oct 5, 1931. Kristina Fredrickson, daughter of Nels and Kristina Fredrickson, was born July 24, 1859 at Jutland, Denmark. She came to America in 1887 and several years later she was united in marriage to Nels Hansen. Mr. Hansen passed away in 1922, leaving her a widow for several years. She was married to John Darcy Oct. 5, 1931, who also preceded her in death. Mrs. Darcy lived in Creighton for many years and in spite of her age lived alone and cared for herself. Because of failing health she spent several months during her last year with her niece, Mrs. E. L. Mortensen at Valparaiso, returning to her home in Creighton in September, 1952. Obituary from the Creighton, Nebraska News JOHN PATRICK DARCY, SR. LAID TO REST FRIDAY; John Patrick Darcy was born on May 14, 1859 in County Kilkenny, Ireland. He was united in marriage to Katherine McGrath in Ireland, in 1880. They moved to Warrington, England where they lived for six years; He emigrated to the United States with his wife and three children; John Jr., Mark and Margaret arriving here in the month of May 1886 and has been a resident of this vicinity continuously since that time. He was preceded in death by his wife Katherine on August 4, 1929. and by four sons, Pierce, Francis, Joseph, and Michael. In October 1930, he was united in marriage to Mrs. Stene Hanson. On May 13, 1945 he entered Sacred Heart Hospital at Yankton, SD for medical observation. He spent a week and seemed much improved for a few days. Then on May 27th he was taken to Lady of Lourdes hospital for further attention and care, but on May 28th he changed for the worse, passing away at 4:00 pm. He was 56 years 14 days of age. He leaves to mourn his departure his wife, Stene, two sons (John Jr. and Mark of Creighton) and four daughter's ( Sister Mary Wilhelmina of Milwaukee, Wis., Mrs. Frank Pryer of Omaha, Nebraska, Mrs. R. J. Kain of Meckling So. Dak. and Mrs. Clem Williams of Central City, Nebraska>) one nephew Thomas Patrick Darcy of Creighton, Nebraska, 21 grandchildren, two step grandchildren and eight great grandchildren. Three grandchildren preceded him in death. Funeral services were held at St. Ludgers Church on June 1, 1945 at 9:30 am with the very Rev. Jcab Falke officiating. He was laid to rest in the family lot in St. Ludger's Cemetery. Pallbearers were Jim P. Ryan, J.J. Kanneriv, E.J. Huigens, Joe Fuchbinn, Everett McMannus and P.H. Green News Article from the Creighton News June 7, 1945 HERE FOR DARCY FUNERAL Returning to their homes Friday afternoon after attending funeral services on June 7, 1945 for John Darcy, Sr., were Mrs. Frank Pryor of Omaha, Mr. and Mrs.R.J. Kain of Meckling, SD, Mrs. Williams of Central City, Nebraska, Mrs. Angela Darcy of Winner, SD, Miss Kathleen Darcy of Yankton, SD. And Mr. and Mrs. Emmet Lee of Spalding, Nebr., Miss Janna Evers, who accompanied her aunt and uncle, Mr. and Mrs. Emmet Lee of Spalding, here for the services, remained for a visit with her grandparents. Mr. and Mrs. T.J. Darcy, Sister M. Wilhelmine of Milwaukee, Wis., came on Tuesday and will visit with relatives for two weeks. Sr. M. Seneca came with her and is visiting her sister, Mrs. Emmet McManus of Center. M/Sgt. E.F. Darcy returned to Salina on Saturday after a furlough spent with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. John Darcy, Jr. Miss Helen Darcy who arrived in Creighton Tuesday, remained until Saturday then she returned home to Omaha, Nebr. Creighton News June 7, 1945

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Where is John Patrick Darcy Sr.'s memorial?
John Patrick Darcy Sr.'s memorial is located at: Saint Ludgers Catholic Cemetery, Creighton, Knox County, USA.
When did John Patrick Darcy Sr. death?
John Patrick Darcy Sr. death on 28 May 1945 in Creighton, Knox County, Nebraska, USA
Where are the coordinates of the John Patrick Darcy Sr.'s memorial?
Latitude: 42.4757000
Longitude: -97.9092000

Family Members:

Spouse

Katherine McGrath Darcy

(1859 - 1929)

Stina Fredrickson Hansen

(1859 - 1952)

Children

John Patrick Darcy Jr.

(1881 - 1955)

Michael Frances Darcy

(1887 - 1944)

Joseph L Darcy

(1889 - 1913)

Pierce Darcy

(1894 - 1894)

Mary Agnes Darcy Kain

(1896 - 1989)

Francis Darcy

(1901 - 1908)

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Nearby Cemetories:

1. Saint Ludgers Catholic Cemetery
Creighton, Knox County, USA
Coordinate: 42.4757000, -97.9092000

2. Rose Hill Cemetery
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Coordinate: 42.4756500, -97.9087500

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Coordinate: 42.4747009, -97.9096985

4. Christ Lutheran Cemetery
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Coordinate: 42.5106800, -97.9140100

5. Cedar Hill Cemetery
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6. Winnetoon Cemetery
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Coordinate: 42.5097198, -97.9550018

7. Olcott Cemetery
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Coordinate: 42.4668999, -98.0335999

8. Kemma Cemetery
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Coordinate: 42.5438995, -97.8103027

9. Millerboro Cemetery
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Coordinate: 42.4216995, -98.0338974

10. Gnewuch Gravesite
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Coordinate: 42.5973000, -97.8267800

11. Saint Pauls Catholic Church Cemetery
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Coordinate: 42.3678700, -97.7959700

12. Brunswick Cemetery
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Coordinate: 42.3424988, -97.9518967

13. Pleasant View Cemetery
Plainview, Pierce County, USA
Coordinate: 42.3665310, -97.7959700

14. Morrillville Cemetery
Bloomfield, Knox County, USA
Coordinate: 42.5725000, -97.7541000

15. Eden Valley Cemetery
Pierce County, USA
Coordinate: 42.4241982, -97.7177963

16. Riverside Cemetery
Verdigre, Knox County, USA
Coordinate: 42.6011009, -98.0286026

17. Plainview Memorial Park Cemetery
Plainview, Pierce County, USA
Coordinate: 42.3512160, -97.7877140

18. Danish Cemetery
Brunswick, Antelope County, USA
Coordinate: 42.3219800, -97.9125700

19. Saint Wenceslaus Cemetery
Verdigre, Knox County, USA
Coordinate: 42.6039009, -98.0428009

20. Morsett Cemetery
Royal, Antelope County, USA
Coordinate: 42.4349800, -98.1416300

21. Golgotha Lutheran Cemetery
Wausa, Knox County, USA
Coordinate: 42.4732600, -97.6609400

22. Hillcrest Cemetery
Verdigre, Knox County, USA
Coordinate: 42.6356010, -98.0378036

23. Zion Cemetery
Pierce County, USA
Coordinate: 42.3293991, -97.7371979

24. Pleasant Valley Cemetery
Verdigre, Knox County, USA
Coordinate: 42.5678900, -98.1491800