Charles R. Coon was born in the town of Henderson, N. Y., January 30, 1835; and died in New York City, May 7, 1911, aged seventy-six years.
Charles R. Coon was the son of Ransom and Mary Crosby Coon. He united with the Adams Center Seventh-day Baptist Church, May 1, 1858. He was married to Satyra Greene, July 8, 1858. His wife preceded him to the silent land, August 12, 1905. During most of the time since he has resided in New York with children. A daughter and many near relatives are left to mourn his departure. Burial services were held at Adams Center, May 10, and his remains laid beside those of his son and wife in the home cemetery. E. A. W.