Home > United States of America > Nevada > Clark County > Las Vegas > Palm Downtown Cemetery > William E Davis

William E Davis

Birth	:	28 May 1839 Wales
Death	:	7 Feb 1917
Burial	:	Palm Downtown Cemetery, Las Vegas, Clark County, USA
Coordinate	:	36.1847992, -115.1377029
Inscription	:	Co. D 171 OH V. Inf., Civil War
Description	:	WILLIAM E. DAVIS, of Exira Township, was born in Wales, in the village of Merther, May 28, 1839. When he was five years old his parents emigrated to the United States, and settled in Minersville, Schuylkill County, Pennsylvania. His father, David Davis, was a miner by occupation, and followed this calling the greater part of the time after he came to America. Later in life, however, he removed to Trumbull County Ohio, and there died in 1861.His wife, Lucy (Todd) Davis, died in Minersville In 1852; she was the mother of nine children, only three of whom survive. William E. was... Read More	WILLIAM E. DAVIS, of Exira Township, was born in Wales, in the village of Merther, May 28, 1839. When he was five years old his parents emigrated to the United States, and settled in Minersville, Schuylkill County, Pennsylvania. His father, David Davis, was a miner by occupation, and followed this calling the greater part of the time after he came to America. Later in life, however, he removed to Trumbull County Ohio, and there died in 1861.His wife, Lucy (Todd) Davis, died in Minersville In 1852; she was the mother of nine children, only three of whom survive. William E. was the second child, and he attended the winter schools of Minersville until he was fourteen years old. At the age of ten years he began working in the mines, and when he had reached his sixteenth year he made a regular hand. He continued this occupation until he was forty years of age. Mr. Davis was first united in marriage to Martha, daughter of John James, of Trumbull County, Ohio. Two children were the result of this union, one of whom is living David. In 1864 Mr. Davis entered the Union army, enlisting in Company D, One Hundred and Seventy first Ohio Volunteer Infantry. He was sent to guard Johnson's Island, and later was taken prisoner at Cynthiana, Kentucky. He was held for thirty six hours, when he was paroled and ordered to Camp Denison, near Cincinnati, Ohio, and was there exchanged and ordered back to Johnson's Island. He served the full term of his enlistment, and was mustered out of the service in August, 1864. He then returned to Trumbull County, and thence went to Rock Island County, Illinois, and engaged in coal mining for two years. He then went to Henry County, Illinois, and worked in the mines at Green River. In the spring of 1879 removed his family to Audubon County, Iowa, having purchased eighty acres of wild land in 1872. Since then he has added to his first purchase until he owns 240 acres, which lie has developed into a fine stock farm. He has been very successful in the feeding of cattle, and occasionally ships a carload to eastern markets.Mr. Davis's second marriage occurred in 1864 to Mrs. Martha Evans, widow of Edward Evans, and daughter of Daniel Davis. Five children were the result of this union: Lucy, the wife of T. Thomas; William, Benjamin and Leona, at home; one died in infancy. By her first marriage Mrs. Davis had seven children, only one of whom is living Elizabeth, wife of H. Hill. Mr. Davis has served a number of years as school director. In political matters he is rather conservative, but in State and National elections he votes the Republican ticket. He began life without any capital, but by diligence, hard work and economy he has accumulated a comfortable fortune. From: 1889 Biographical History of Shelby and Audubon counties, pg. 739.

frequently asked questions (FAQ):

Where is William E Davis's memorial?
William E Davis's memorial is located at: Palm Downtown Cemetery, Las Vegas, Clark County, USA.
When did William E Davis death?
William E Davis death on 7 Feb 1917 in
Where are the coordinates of the William E Davis's memorial?
Latitude: 36.1847992
Longitude: -115.1377029

Family Members:

Spouse

Martha Jane “Mary” Davies Davis

(1829 - 1912)

Children

Lucinda “Lucy” Davis Thomas

(1868 - 1893)

William D. Davis

(1869 - 1950)

Leona B. Davis Kline

(1871 - 1947)

Flowers:

Left by Anonymous on 13 Nov 2010

DAVIS, Wm. ~~28 May 1839 ~~ 07 Feb 1917~~ Exira Exira Twp Audubon Blk. 13 lot 3 ~~Co. D. 171 Ohio V. inf. Civil War

Left by Anonymous on 14 Nov 2010

CIVIL WAR VETERAN

Left by Anonymous on 04 May 2013

? L??? ? ? May the light of your life continue to shine in the hearts of those whom you have touched. ? ?o?? ? ? Thank you for your Sacrifice and Service to our Country.

Left by Anonymous on 05 Jul 2021

Nearby Cemetories:

1. Palm Downtown Cemetery
Las Vegas, Clark County, USA
Coordinate: 36.1847992, -115.1377029

2. Las Vegas Paiute Tribe Cemetery
Las Vegas, Clark County, USA
Coordinate: 36.1860008, -115.1399994

3. Bunkers Eden Vale Memorial Park
Las Vegas, Clark County, USA
Coordinate: 36.1841011, -115.1333008

4. Woodlawn Cemetery
Las Vegas, Clark County, USA
Coordinate: 36.1871986, -115.1316986

5. Kiel Ranch Cemetery
North Las Vegas, Clark County, USA
Coordinate: 36.2042000, -115.1408700

6. Christ Church Columbarium
Las Vegas, Clark County, USA
Coordinate: 36.1465830, -115.1374620

7. All Saints Episcopal Church Columbarium
Las Vegas, Clark County, USA
Coordinate: 36.1810700, -115.1982480

8. Our Lady of Wisdom Catholic Church Columbarium
Las Vegas, Clark County, USA
Coordinate: 36.1487800, -115.2158200

9. Christ Lutheran Church Prayer Garden Columbarium
Las Vegas, Clark County, USA
Coordinate: 36.1742000, -115.2338700

10. Nellis AFB Freedom Park
Las Vegas, Clark County, USA
Coordinate: 36.2357830, -115.0573550

11. Community Lutheran Church Columbarium
Las Vegas, Clark County, USA
Coordinate: 36.1006670, -115.0936600

12. Saint Matthew's Episcopal Church Columbarium
Las Vegas, Clark County, USA
Coordinate: 36.1039150, -115.0646130

13. Craig Road Pet Cemetery
Las Vegas, Clark County, USA
Coordinate: 36.2408752, -115.2525482

14. Davis Memorial Park
Las Vegas, Clark County, USA
Coordinate: 36.0772209, -115.1181488

15. Bunkers Memory Gardens Cemetery
Las Vegas, Clark County, USA
Coordinate: 36.2463989, -115.2514038

16. Palm Memorial Park Northwest
Las Vegas, Clark County, USA
Coordinate: 36.2813700, -115.2251700

17. King David Memorial Chapel and Cemetery
Las Vegas, Clark County, USA
Coordinate: 36.0529518, -115.1136475

18. Palm Memorial Park
Las Vegas, Clark County, USA
Coordinate: 36.0516014, -115.1166992

19. Barbara G. Edwards 9-11 Memorial
Las Vegas, Clark County, USA
Coordinate: 36.1706696, -115.3346481

20. Saint Timothys Episcopal Church Columbarium
Henderson, Clark County, USA
Coordinate: 36.0323900, -114.9860900

21. Palm Mortuary Memorial Park
Henderson, Clark County, USA
Coordinate: 36.0276985, -114.9672012

22. Wilson Family Cemetery
Blue Diamond, Clark County, USA
Coordinate: 36.0691340, -115.4613950

23. Saint Judes Ranch for Children Columbarium
Boulder City, Clark County, USA
Coordinate: 35.9853440, -114.8410080

24. El Dorado Valley Pet Cemetery
Boulder City, Clark County, USA
Coordinate: 35.9143220, -114.9176520