Gallia Times December 7,1922 Enoch Russell Deckard Enoch Russell Deckard, son of George W. and Elizabeth Deckard was born on a farm in Gallia County, Ohio, Jan. 17, 1832, and departed this life Nov. 20, 1922, aged 90 years 10 months and 17 days. He was united in marriage with Kathryn Allen, June 18, 1853, and to this union were born ten children, seven of whom are living. They are H.C. Deckard of Chicago, Ill., A.L.Deckard, Evansville, Ind., I.Z. Deckard, Wellson, A.N. Deckard, Columbus, Mrs. Nan Glenn, Bicknell, Ind., Mrs. Alice Hickerson, Rio Grande, and Mrs. Bettie Egan, Bidwell. Two sons and a daughter have passed ahead to the unknown land. THe eldest son deparated this life in infancy, and George W. and Myra Kelly grew to manhood and womanhood before being called by their Master. He also leaves 31 grandchildren, 18 great grandchildren, and 2 great,great grandchildren, two brothers and one sister. Perry Deckard of Vinton and W.R. Deckard and Mrs. Polly Baker of Fostoria. At the age of 18 he united with the F. W. B Church and held that faith to the end. He was a kind father and a good neighbor, and willing to help in time of need. Living this community so many years he will be greatly missed . He enlisted during the Civil War in Co. K, 778th regiment and seved his country faithfully. Funeral services were held Nov. 23, at the family residence in Bidwell conducted by Rev. W. J. Fulton, who delivered an impressive sermon. Music was furnished by the Methodist Choir. The floral tributes were many and beautiful . The body was laid to rest in Fairview Cemetery by H.K. Butler to wait the great day when the faithful are rewarded. The children desire to thank the neighbors and friends who assisted in the care of their father during his illness , death and burial. Be Well, Do Good Work , Keep In Touch --------------------------------- Do you Yahoo!? Yahoo! Small Business - Try our new resources site!