Nestled in Madison Township, Scioto County, Ohio, Squire-Kallner Cemetery is a historical gem that we recently had the pleasure of visiting. This active cemetery, spanning approximately 1.5 acres, offers a unique glimpse into the past with burials dating back to 1815. Maintained by the Madison Township trustees, the cemetery is a testament to the rich …
Today, we ventured into the somewhat hidden Dixon Mills-Barrett Cemetery located off Dixon Mill Road in Harrison Township, Scioto County, Ohio. At first glance, this cemetery might go unnoticed by passersby, but upon closer inspection, it reveals a wealth of history and poignant tales from the past. With its origins tracing back to the early …
On April 6th we ventured into Howard Furnace Cemetery, in Vernon Township, Scioto County, Ohio. This quiet, historic site lies adjacent to the remnants of the Howard Iron Furnace, reflecting the area’s rich iron-working heritage. With permission from the property owners, we were able to explore and document this poignant place, ensuring that the stories …
Shadrach Chaffin Cemetery, also known as Chaffin Cemetery #2, in Vernon Township, Scioto County, Ohio, offers a serene glimpse into the area’s history. As a part of the Wayne National Forest, this cemetery carries the legacy of Shadrach Chaffin, whose family land once encompassed the site. Established in 1871, the cemetery is distinguished by its …
Mount Zion Cemetery in Porter Township, Scioto County, Ohio, also known historically as Batterson Cemetery or Old German Cemetery, offers a unique glimpse into the area’s rich history. The cemetery, marked by a blend of marble and granite tombstones, dates back to the early 1900s, with some even earlier. This quiet resting place primarily contains …
On February 1, 2024, we had the opportunity to visit the small family cemetery of Cissna-Patterson. This visit was made possible by the diligent efforts of the Works Progress Administration (WPA) in the 1930s and the recent work of Paul Goode, Doug Williams, and Patty Robinson from the Seal Township Office. Thanks to their dedication, …
During our visit to Worley’s Run Cemetery in Nile Township, Scioto County, Ohio, on December 3, 2023, we were immersed in the distinctive character of rural burial grounds that serves the needs of specific communities. This site exemplifies the blend of historical and currently active cemeteries, illustrating the evolution of burial practices within a smaller …
On January 13, 2024, facing an impending snowstorm in the Southern Ohio Valley, we seized the opportunity to explore remote cemeteries. Earlier, while mapping Vernon Township cemeteries, we had noticed a cluster with imprecise locations and vague directions. Confident in our existing evidence and ability, we ventured out, aiming to visit and accurately record these …
Back in the warmer weather of June 2022 we had the opportunity to visit Seymore Cemetery, in Washington Township, Scioto County, Ohio. I had first seen mention of this cemetery in the WPA created maps of veterans burials held by the Scioto County Recorder’s office. These maps only noted the burials of veterans who were …
In Lyra, Vernon Township, Ohio, we visited the small stone-wall-enclosed family burying ground of Reuben Chaffin. For years, the low wall had shielded the three graves from animals and the elements, and on this day, it protected us from the cold wind cutting across the open fields. The stark reality revealed by the headstones is …