Here's an obituary that I came across. - Jean Griesan Colorado Died at his residence in Ashland, Ky., March 8th, Capt. Samuel Coles, in the 63d year of his age. Capt. Coles, the son of Benjamin and Hannah Coles, was born in Long Island, N. J., June, 1808. He moved to Indiana in his childhood and remained there, and in the Miami Valley, until 1830. At this time, he came to Portsmouth, Ohio, where, in 1836, he was married to Miss N. E. Peebles, daughter of Robt. and Jane Peebles. He moved from Portsmouth to Hanging Rock in the Spring of 1854. Becoming identified with the company that secured the Eastern Division of the Lexington & Big Sandy R. R., that began opening the coal mines of this region, he was chosen President, and, in December of 1864, moved to Ashland, Ky., to superintend the interest of that company. Here, he entirely gave himself to the work, and faithfully performed the duties of his office, until, in the Providence of God, he was suddenly stricken down by paralysis in July, 1869. It was fondly hoped by all that he might recover, but he gradually failed, until, after much suffering and trial he found rest in Jesus. He leaves a wife and ten children and a large circle of friends to mourn their irreparable loss. It is very sad, indeed, to record the death of this beloved and faithful servant of the Lord Jesus; for, though we morn not as those without hope, - though we trust that our loss is his everlasting gain; - yet his death is felt to be a sure bereavement. During his residence at Hanging Rock, he connected himself with the Presbyterian church, and by his after life made good that profession. He said less than many do in regard to his religious experience, yet the uniform interest he manifested in religious things, and in the welfare of God's church, afforded more decided evidence of love to Christ and His cause than any mere profession could have done. His place was seldom vacant in the sanctuary on the Sabbath. He always rejoiced in the prosperity of Zion. All the efforts at moral reform received his best wishes and cordial assistance, and in him they have lost an earnest supporter. He willingly gave his hand to all that he thought was good and for God's glory. Those who were best acquainted with him, knew him to be humble and cheerful in his feelings - kind and benevolent in his disposition - warm and faithful in his friendships. In his domestic relations he was tender and affectionate. In his convictions of christian truth and duty he was firm and unwavering. Salvation by Grace was his strong tower as a christian man. These convictions were support and comfort in the prospect of death. When he saw his days were numbered he had no fear, but, with humble submission to the will of his Heavenly Gather, waited his appointed hour. His end was peace. Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord. C---. Ironton Journal, Ironton, Lawrence County, Ohio, March 15, 1871