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John Wesley Andrew

Birth	:	8 Apr 1843 Kosciusko County, Indiana, USA
Death	:	11 Aug 1935 Orchards, Clark County, Washington, USA
Burial	:	Geneva Cemetery, Geneva, Fillmore County, USA
Coordinate	:	40.5359900, -97.6064900
Plot	:	Sec. 5 Lot 242 Plot 03
Description	:	ANDREW, JOHN WESLEY—John Wesley Andrew was born in Indiana April 8, 1843. He passed away at the home of his son, Ira near Orchards, Wash., August 11, 1935, having attained the usually ripe age of 92 year, 4 months, and 3 days. From Indiana he moved to a farm near Fennimore, Wis., where he resided when "the call to arms" was issued by President Abraham Lincoln at the outbreak of the Civil War. He answered this call by enlisting in the Seventh Wisconsin Infantry, and was in active service until his wounds compelled him to enter a... Read More	ANDREW, JOHN WESLEY—John Wesley Andrew was born in Indiana April 8, 1843. He passed away at the home of his son, Ira near Orchards, Wash., August 11, 1935, having attained the usually ripe age of 92 year, 4 months, and 3 days. From Indiana he moved to a farm near Fennimore, Wis., where he resided when "the call to arms" was issued by President Abraham Lincoln at the outbreak of the Civil War. He answered this call by enlisting in the Seventh Wisconsin Infantry, and was in active service until his wounds compelled him to enter a hospital, from which he was released at the close of his first three-year enlistment. He returned home for a time to convalesce, but later re-enlisted in the Eight Wisconsin infantry and served for another eight months, or until the close of the war, thus serving his country as a soldier for a total of three years and eight months. He became a commissioned officer and served as sergeant. When the war closed, Sergeant Andrew returned to his home in Wisconsin and resumed farming near Fennimore. January 5, 1868, he married Marcia Arvilla Zerba. To them were given six children: one son, Ira; five daughters, Lillie, Clara, Alta, Effie, and Blanche. In April, 1871, Mr. and Mrs. Andrew, Lillie and Ira moved to Fillmore county, Nebraska, and settled in Chelsea township. Mr. Andrew homesteaded the southwest quarter of section 24, township 6, R. 2 and obtained his patent from the United States government September 25, 1878. It is interesting to note that the title has not changed to this homestead in nearly fifty-seven years. They resided on the homestead until 1910, when Mr. and Mrs. Andrew moved to the city of Geneva. Here Mrs. Andrew passed away in 1917. For several years Mr. Andrew has made his home with his son Ira at Orchards, Wash. Surviving to mourn the loss of this good man are two children: Ira of Orchard Wash., and Mrs. Effie Johnson of Ohiowa, Neb.; nineteen grandchildren and twenty-five great grandchildren; other relatives and a host of friends. As a genuine pioneer, Sergeant Andrew took his place commendably and heroically in times of peace, the same as in time of war. He was active in the civic, educational, and religious life of his community, ever upholding that righteousness that exalts the nation. He was a member of the G. A. R. and of the United Brethren church, and was active in these organizations as long as health and strength permitted. He was gratified to have a part in developing the "Wilderness of the West," a region of untamed prairies, into the modernly improved agricultural section we observe today. He established a home, reared an estimable family, contributed to the needs of his fellowmen, served his country and his God. His earthly life has been long and full of good deeds. His work is done, and now, like the ripe corn, mature and ready for the harvest, he has been gathered into God's own garner. The funeral service was held at 10 a. m. Saturday, August 17, in the United Brethren church of Geneva, Neb. The pastor, Rev. H. J. Plymesser officiated. The Daughters of the G. A. R. and the American Legion had a part in concluding the services. Interment was in the Geneva cemetery. The Nebraska Signal, 1935.

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John Wesley Andrew's memorial is located at: Geneva Cemetery, Geneva, Fillmore County, USA.
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John Wesley Andrew death on 11 Aug 1935 in Orchards, Clark County, Washington, USA
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Latitude: 40.5359900
Longitude: -97.6064900

Family Members:

Parent

Sarah Ditto Trapp

(1826 - 1906)

Spouse

Arvilla Marcia “Marcia” Zerba Andrew

(1846 - 1917)

Siblings

George Andrew

(1847 - 1912)

Austin Ransom Andrews

(1850 - 1932)

Nancy Elizabeth Andrew Streeter

(1856 - 1940)

Mina Lavina Ransom Long

(1860 - 1948)

Children

Lillie Estella Andrew Dewitt Thomas

(1868 - 1931)

Ira Marvin Andrew

(1870 - 1952)

Blanche E. Andrew

(1887 - 1923)

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