Person:Joseph Page (40)

Page Joseph P. farmer, Sec. 25, P.O. Manchester, Scott County. Son of Robert Page, native of Virginia; the father of our subject moved during a very early period to old Kentucky; was there united in wedlock to Miss Mary Park, the children to this union were: Frances, Ruth D., Joseph P., William J.[,] Aeneas T.: the wife and mother of these children, died about the year 1843; was married to second wife, Miss Rebecca Dean; they have had three children: John W., Henry Clay, and Robert C.; in 1847 conceived the idea of emigrating to a new field of labor; packed his goods in a four-horse wagon, and started for Illinois; being destined to suffer mishpas, whilst crossing the river at Shawneetown, the tire of his wagon was lost in the muddy stream, got the necessary repairs made, and continued the journey; at length settled in Scott County, rented a farm from Robert Marshall, moved thence to Lynnville, Morgan County, journeyed here two years, again tried farm life, for two years, east of Lynnville; then bought a farm of 80 acres in Scott County, 40 acres from Alfred Thompson and 40 acres from W. Batty, lived there two years, sold out, and returned to the life of a renter; thence in 1859, moved to Camden County, Missouri, and rented a tract of 80 acres of land, improved it, but being a solid Republican, and the war being inaugurated, his life was in jeopardy, hence, moved himself and family back to Scott County again, followed renting until 1865, when he purchased a small farm in Greene County and died April 9, 1877; he was born July 4, 1804; his wife still surviveshim.

The gentleman at the head of this biography, was born Jan. 1, 1831, in M[o]nroe County, Kentucky, followed the changes of life, and shared the hardships of his father, as to'd in the preceding lines; was married Jan. 2, 1851, to Miss Martha L. Pogue, in Scott County; they have had six children: William R., John T., George H., James A.[,] Joseph P. and Ennis C.; Mrs. Page passed away to glore, Jan. 27, 1862; was married again, Aug. 5, 1872, have had one child, Mary Jane; in the dark days of our country's history, when rebels assailed our flag, Mr. Page volunteered his life on the altar of his birthright, enlisted Aug. 1872 [1862], in Co. F, 101st Regiment, Illinois Volunteers, and followed the fortunes of his regiment in camp and field, as will be seen elsewhere in this work, and finally, had the proud satisfaction to see the nation saved, and his flag wave triumphantly over a nation freed from the trammels of slavery; Mr. and Mr.s Page are good members of the United Baptist Church, and well respected[.]

Civil War Marker: Joseph P Page

Obit from unknown newspaper, probably the Winchester Times:

"Another Comrade Called, Joseph P. Page who has been an invalid for more than four years, died Saturday Afternoon.

Joseph Penelton Page was born in Monroe county, KY on New Year's day 1831 and died at his home in Griswold at noon Saturday last, May 21 1910, being 79 years, four months and 20 days of age. While in boyhood he moved with his parents to Illinois where he was married to Miss Matha Payne in 1850. To this union were born six children, three of whom, George, James and Calvin, survive their father. On January 27th 1872, death entered the home and took therefrom the loving wife and mother. On August 14th 1873, Mr Page was again married to Miss Martha Smith and to this union five children were born all of whom are living.

In the spring of 1883 Mr. Page and family left Illinois and took up residence in Pleasant township where hey resided almost continually until some four years ago when the family moved to Griswold.

In 1861 Mr. Page was among the first to respond to Abraham Lincoln's call for soldiers and he served throughout the conflict with great honor to himself and credit to his country. When peace had been declared he was given an honorable discharge. Soon after coming to Pleasant township he united with the Christian church this organization at the time holding services in Center school house in the township, and has ever since been a faithful member of that organization.

Four years ago last January he was laid prostrate by a severe stroke of paralysis from which he never rallied. While his mind was clear up until a very short time before his spirit passed to the great beyond, he had no use of his right side. During these four and more years he was a most patient sufferer and when death called him he was prepared to go. He was a kind husband, an indulgent father, a loyal citizen and obliging neighbor and a true friend.

The funeral services were held under the auspices of Worthington Post No 9 G.A.R. of which the deceased was a member for years, in the Central church Monday afternoon at 3 o'clock. Rev J.W. Ackley preached the sermon which was given marked attention. He payed a fine tribute to the well spent life of the deceased. At the close of those services he remains were laid to rest in the Whipple cemetery.

For the many acts of kindness during the sickness of death of the husband and father the surviving members wish to express their heartfelt thanks."

Source for this memorial: The Descendants of Exolheath Page of Goochland County, Virginia, 1nd edition, by Daniel Page