This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: triciashumate1970 Surnames: Thomas, Herrell Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.ohio.counties.muskingum/6879/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Sept 24, 1921 HERRELL FUNERAL Funeral services for Richard Herrell, colored, whose body was returned from overseas where he was killed in action, were held in the Union Baptist church yesterday afternoon. The services were very impressive and a host of persons who had know Herrell were present at the church and accompanied the body to the cemetery. Herrell's body is the first colored soldier's body to be received in this city. Members of the American legion were in charge of the services. Rev. Thomas delivered the sermon. Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.