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Sgt Edward Irwin

Birth	:	12 May 1826 New York, New York County (Manhattan), New York, USA
Death	:	20 Feb 1907 Colfax, Whitman County, Washington, USA
Burial	:	Colfax Cemetery, Colfax, Whitman County, USA
Coordinate	:	46.8891983, -117.3494034
Plot	:	Masonic Addition, Lot 31, Grave 10
Inscription	:	SERGT EDW'D IRWIN CO. A. 7 N.Y. INF. MEX. WAR
Description	:	DEATH OF EDWARD IRWIN Pioneer of Pacific Coast--Veteran of Mexican War Edward Irwin, a resident of Whitman County of long standing, and beloved and respected by all, passed to that borne from whence no traveler returns at 9:00 o'clock Wednesday night, February 20. He closed his eyes in peaceful slumber at 5 o'clock Wednesday morning, and they remained sealed until the grim reaper appeared, shutting out the light forever in this world. Mr. Irwin has had a long, varied and useful career. He was born in New York city on the 12th of May, 1826, he was nearly 81 years of age. He served... Read More	DEATH OF EDWARD IRWIN Pioneer of Pacific Coast--Veteran of Mexican War Edward Irwin, a resident of Whitman County of long standing, and beloved and respected by all, passed to that borne from whence no traveler returns at 9:00 o'clock Wednesday night, February 20. He closed his eyes in peaceful slumber at 5 o'clock Wednesday morning, and they remained sealed until the grim reaper appeared, shutting out the light forever in this world. Mr. Irwin has had a long, varied and useful career. He was born in New York city on the 12th of May, 1826, he was nearly 81 years of age. He served through the entire period of the Mexican war, and at its close went to California with the celebrated Stevenson regiment. The gold excitement was then at fever heat, and like thousands of others he made a rush for the mines, driving an ox team into Mokelumne Hill, Calaveras county, where he engaged in mining. The cattle he drove into Mokelumne Hill were killed one by one as meat was needed. Like all the Argonauts of that period he drifted from one camp to an other, finally bringing up at Downieville, Sierra county, in the heart of the Sierra Nevada mountains, near the source of the famous Yuba river. Downieville was a rough mining camp at that time, composed mostly of tents and shake houses, and of as rough and cosmopolitan class of people as ever gathered together. Nothing at that time was known about obtaining gold except by placer mining, and the bed of the Yuba river was flumed almost its entire length and literally buckets of shining nuggets were taken out of its mysterious depths. But amid all the exciting scenes of the times the law abiding elements began casting about for civil officers to enforce the laws and to secure safety for person and property. Mr. Irwin was picked on as the proper person for sheriff, at that time the most important office in the gift of the people, and in 1855 he was elected by an overwhelming majority. It was a common remark that the right man was in the right place. At that time he was an exceedingly handsome man—tall, well proportioned, in the prime of life, and carrying dignity and commanding respect from all the boisterous elements of one of the most noted mining camps of the early days of California. As showing the extent and depth of his popularity he was reelected sheriff in 1857, being the only successful man on his ticket. From Downieville he went to Napa, one of the most beautiful spots in California, where he engaged in business. This was in the year 1860. It was in Napa, in 1868, that he married Miss Leah Stark, who survives him. Five children were the fruit of this union. Two are dead, but the three surviving children are Mrs. F. T. Baker, whose home is at Hay, this county ; Mrs. T. F. Taylor of Coeurd'Alene, Idaho, and E.L. Irwin of Endicott. Mr. Irwin went to Nevada in 1863, taking with him bis bride, where they lived several years. He was appointed United States marshal of Nevada by President Lincoln, but resigned this office before his term expired to accept the office of sheriff of White Pine county, which had recently been organized. He held this office two years. In 187U he returned to California, buying land in Lake county, where the beautiful Clear lake sparkles and glistens, living there until 1880. It was in this year that he came with his family to the then territory of Washington, arriving in Colfax on the 9th of October of that year. In 1881 he settled on a homestead 3% miles from Endicott, living there until 1900, when he rented his place and has since lived in Colfax. Mr. Irwin's last days were spent in peace and contentment. He belonged to the Order of Free and Accepted Masons, passing through the Blue Lodge, Royal Arch Chapter, Knights Templar and Order of Eastern Star. In June, 1867,he joined the M. E. church at Carson, Nevada, and has lived faithfully in the tenets of his faith. Funeral services will take place this afternoon at 2 o'clock from the M. E. church, Rev. H. B. Elworthy officiating. The Masons will have charge of the funeral. Judge Chadwick will speak. Interment will take place in Colfax cemetery. His three surviving children and six grandchildren will be present. He directed arrangements for his funeral before he died. After life's fitful dream he sleeps the sleep of the just. A true Christian, a firm friend, a devoted father, a faithful husband—hail and farewell. COLFAX GAZETTE, COLFAX, WASHINGTON, FEBRUARY 22, 1907 =======================================

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Sgt Edward Irwin death on 20 Feb 1907 in Colfax, Whitman County, Washington, USA
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Longitude: -117.3494034

Family Members:

Spouse

Leah Stark Irwin

(1841 - 1934)

Children

Orpha C. Irwin Taylor

(1865 - 1927)

Mary L. “Mamie” Irwin Walmer

(1869 - 1905)

Frances Irwin Baker

(1871 - 1952)

Edward Lewellyn Irwin Sr.

(1875 - 1919)

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