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Wacker, Henry Born : March 1837 in Prussia / Germany Died : 2Jan1922 in Illinois	Burial : Edgewood Cemetery Effingham Co. IL.	Henry Wacker, a farmer from Nashville, Washington Co., IL stood 5' 2" tall with brown hair, gray eyes and a dark complexion. Served during the Civil War with the Union Army. with Co. C, 49^th Illinois Infantry Enlisted on November 1, 1861 in Nashville, Washington Co., IL Mustered in as a Private on December 30, 1861 at Camp Butler, IL. Mustered out on January 9, 1865 in Springfield, Illinois. 1880 census - Effingham Co. IL / page 433 D Henry WAGNER, age 45 / b Prussia 1900 census - Effingham Co. IL / page 319 A Henry Wacker, age 63 / b Germany 1910 census - Effingham Co. IL / page 279 A Henry Wacker, age 73 / b. Germany 1920 census - Effingham Co. IL /page 106 B Henry Wacker, age 82 / b Germany He is always listed as single on all census records and living in the households of others. Died January 2, 1922 in West Township, Effingham Co. IL Illinois death certificate: # 0250002

Waddley, William [ Wadley ] Born : About 1840 in Kentucky Died :16Aug1865	Burial : Alexandria National Cemetery Pineville, Rapides Parish Louisiana Plot 287	William Waddley, a farmer from Washington Co., IL stood 5' 7" tall with black hair, hazel eyes and a dark complexion. He was born in Allen County, Kentucky. Served during the Civil War with the Union Army. Enlisted as a Private on August 13, 1862 in Washington Co., IL Mustered in to Co. K, 80^th Illinois Infantry Regiment on August 25, 1862 at Centralia, Illinois Transferred to Co. H, 38^th Illinois Infantry to make up time of desertion 6Oct1862-14Aug1865 Died on August 16, 1865, of a disease On findagrave he is listed as "Wm Wadley" birth unknown, death Aug 16, 1865

Wade, William Born : About 1844 in Indiana	Burial : Unknown	William S. Wade, a farmer from DuBois, Washington Co., IL. stood 6' 3" tall with light hair, blue eyes and a fair complexion. He was born in Switzerland County, Indiana. Served during the Civil War with the Union Army. with Co. H, 5^th Illinois Cavalry Regiment Enlisted on September 17, 1861 in Nashville, Washington Co., IL. Mustered in as a Private and on December 8, 1861 in Springfield, IL. Reenlisted on January 1, 1864 in Clear Creek, MS Mustered in on January 23, 1864 in Hebron, Mississippi. Promoted to Sergeant Mustered out on October 27, 1865 in Springfield, Illinois. 1870 Census - Tamaroa, Perry County, Illinis

Waggaman, George Elliott Born : About 1845 in Ohio Died : 17Dec1917 in Washington D. C.	Burial : Geo. Wagaman Arlington National Cemetery Site 1907 Arlington, Virginia	George Waggaman was born in Beverly, Ohio. Listed as George Wageman Served during the Civil War with the Union Army. Enlisted as a Private on February 25, 1864 in Lenox, Warren Co., IL Mustered in to Co. I, 50^th Illinois Infantry Regiment on February 27, 1864 at Quincy, Illinois Transferred to Veterans Reserve Corp on May 1, 1865 See : Obituary

Waggoner, Cornelius V. Born : About 1835	Burial : Unknown	Cornelius V. Waggoner, a farmer from Hoyleton, IL stood 5' 10½" tall with dark hair, hazel eyes and a fair complexion. He was born in Wabash, Illinois. Served during the Civil War with the Union Army. Enlisted as a Private on March 7, 1865 in Dixon, IL Mustered in to Co. G, 23^rd Illinois Consolidated Infantry Regiment on March 7, 1865 at Dixon, Illinois Mustered out on July 24, 1865 in Richmond, Virginia

Waldron, George	Burial : Unknown	Served in the US-Mexican War as a Private in Co. H of the 2^nd Regiment Illinois Foot Volunteers He enrolled at Nashville, Washington County

Walker, Alexander Born : About 1836 in Illinois	Burial : Unknown	Alexander Walker, a farmer from Richview, Washington Co., IL stood 5' 6" tall with dark hair, gray eyes and a fair complexion. He was born in Clinton County, Illinois. He served with the Union Army during the Civil War, with Co. G, 13^th Illinois Consolidated Cavalry Enlisted on December 21, 1863 in Ashley, Washington Co., IL Mustered in as a 1^st Sergeant on January 20,1864 Commissioned 2^nd Lieutenant, but never mustered. Mustered out on August 31,1865 in Pine Bluff, Arkansas

Walker, Ezekiel Died : 10Sep1847 in Mexico	Burial : Unknown	Served in the US-Mexican War as a Private in Co. H of the 2^nd Regiment Illinois Foot Volunteers He enrolled at Nashville, Washington County Ezekiel Walker died on September 10, 1847, at Vera Cruz, Mexico.

Walker, George W. Born : 1826 Died : 20Oct1902 in Illinois	Burial : Beaucoup Cemetery Beaucoup Township Washington Co., IL	Served in the US-Mexican War as a 2^nd Lieutenatnt in Co. H of the 2^nd Regiment Illinois Foot Volunteers He enrolled at Nashville, Washington County See : Obituary

Walker, George W. Born : About 1842 in Illinois	Burial : Unknown	George W. Walker, a married farmer from Richview, Washington Co., IL stood 5' 9" tall with dark hair, blue eyes and a light complexion. Served during the Civil War with the Union Army. with Co. F, 49^th Illinois Infantry Enlisted as a Recruit on January 1, 1862 Discharged as disabled in Bethel, Tennessee

Walker, George W. Born : About 1835 in Illinois	Burial : Unknown	George W. Walker, a farmer from Richview, Washington Co., IL residence also listed as Centralia, Marion Co., IL. stood 5' 7" tall with dark hair, dark eyes and a dark complexion. Served during the Civil War with the Union Army. with Co. C, 155^th Illinois Infantry Enlisted on February 16, 1865 in Olney, IL. Mustered as a Private on February 16, 1865 in Olney, IL. Mustered out on September 4, 1865 in Murfreesboro, Tennessee

Walker, James R. Born : About 1846 in Illinois	Burial : Unknown	James R. Walker, a farmer from Ashley, Washington Co., IL son of William H. & Mary A. Walker, and was born in Washington County, Illinois. stood 5' 2" tall with light hair, light eyes and a light complexion. Served during the Civil War with the Union Army. with Co. K of the 13^th Illinois Consolidated Cavalry Enlisted on January 29,1864 in Ashley, Washington Co., IL Mustered in as a Private on February 12, 1864 at Camp Butler, IL. Tranferred on March 8, 1864 to Co. D of the 13^th Illinois Consolidated Cavalry Mustered out on August 15, 1865 in Pilot Knob, Missouri. 1870 Census = Twp 2 S - Range 1, Washington County, IL Post Office was Richview

Walker, John	Burial : Unknown	Served in the US-Mexican War as a Private in Co. H of the 2^nd Regiment Illinois Foot Volunteers He enrolled at Nashville, Washington County

Walker, John (2)	Burial : Unknown	Served in the US-Mexican War as a Private in Co. H of the 2^nd Regiment Illinois Foot Volunteers He enrolled at Nashville, Washington County

Walker, John B. Born : About 1832 in Illinois Died : 6Apr1862 in Tennessee	Burial : Unknown	John B. Walker, a married farmer from Richview, Washington Co., IL stood 5' 9½" tall with black hair, hazel eyes and a dark complexion. Served during the Civil War with the Union Army. with Co. F, 49^th Illinois Infantry Enlisted on October 21, 1861 in Richview, Washington Co., IL Mustered in as a Private on December 31, 1861 at Camp Butler, IL Died on April 6, 1862 in Shiloh, Tennessee "KIA"

Walker, Rodney	Burial : Unknown	Rodney Walker, a farmer from Nashville, Washington Co., IL stood 5' 8" tall with light hair, gray eyes and a fair complexion. He was born in Davison County, Indiana. He served with the Union Army during the Civil War, with Co. I, 154^th Illinois Infantry Enlisted on February 4, 1865 in Nashville, Washington Co., IL Mustered in as a Musician on February 18, 1865 at Camp Butler, IL Mustered out as a Private on September 18, 1865 in Nashville, TN.

Walker, Samuel, Rev. Born : About 1824 in Illinois	Burial : Unknown	Rev. Samuel Walker, a married minister fron Xenia, Clay Co., IL stood 5' 7" tall with light hair, blue eyes and a light comlexion. He was born in Clinton County, Illinois. Served during the Civil War with the Union Army. with Co. B, 111^th Illinois Infantry Enlisted as a Private on September 18, 1862 Promoted to 2^nd Lieutenant 19Jan1863 with residence listed as Richview, Washington Co., IL Reenlisted on March 17, 1863 in Columbus, KY. Mustered in on March 17, 1863 at Ft. Heiman, Kentucky Resigned on July 3, 1864.

Walker, Samuel T. Born : About 1844 in Illinois Died : 14May1864 in Georgia	Burial : Chattanooga National Cemetery Chattanooga, Tennessee Listed as S. T. Walker Originally buried at Resaca, Georgia Plot L Grave 9192	Samuel T. Walker, from Richview, Washington Co., IL stood 5' 11" tall with auburn hair, hazel eyes and a dark comlexion. He was born in Clinton County, Illinois. Served during the Civil War with the Union Army. with Co. B, 111^th Illinois Infantry Enlisted On August 13, 1862 in Richview, Washington Co., IL Mustered in as a Private on September 18, 1862 at Camp Marshall, IL Died on May 14, 1862 in Resaca, Georgia "KIA"

Walker, Simeon Born : 3Mar1831 in Illinois Died : 29Apr1905	Burial : Beaucoup Cemetery Beaucoup Township Washington Co., IL Tombstone Photo Available	Simeon Walker, a married farmer from Nashville, Washington Co., IL stood 5' 10" tall with black hair, blue eyes and a dark comlexion. He was born in Clinton County, Illinois. He served with the Union Army during the Civil War, as a Private, in the Illinois Militia. & with Co. C, 60^th Illinois Infantry Enlisted on December 10, 1861 in Washington Co., IL Mustered in as a Sergeant on February 21, 1862 in Jonesboro, IL. Promoted to 2^nd Lieutenant Promoted to Captain Reenlisted on April 16, 1863 in Brentwood, TN Mustered in on April 25, in Nashville, TN Term of service expired on March 14, 1865.

Walker, Simeon		Note : Listings found for Simeon Walker 1. Captain, Co. C. 60^th ILL. Inf. Residence = Mt. Vernon 2. Chaplain, HQ Co., 15^th ILL. Cav.

Walker, Thomas	Burial : Unknown	Served in the US-Mexican War as a Private in Co. H of the 2^nd Regiment Illinois Foot Volunteers He enrolled at Nashville, Washington County

Walker, Thomas C. Born : About 1840 in Illinois	Burial : Unknown	Thomas C. Walker, a farmer from Richview, Washington Co., IL. stood 5' 5" tall with black hair, black eyes, and a dark complexion. He was born in Clinton County, Illinois. Served with the Union Army during the Civil War, with Co. B, 111^th Illinois Infantry Enlisted on August 13, 1862 in Richview, Washington Co., IL. Mustered in as a Private on September 18, 1862 at Camp Marshall, IL. Discharged on March 12, 1863 ,as disabled in Columbus, Kentucky.

Walker, Thomas J. Born : About 1837 in England	Burial : Unknown	Thomas J. Walker, a tailor from Nashville, Washington Co., IL. stood 5' 10" tall with light hair, blue eyes, and a light complexion. Served with the Union Army during the Civil War, with Co. D, 48^th Illinois Infantry Enlisted on August 27, 1861 in Nashville, Washington Co., IL. Mustered in as a 1^st Sergeant on October 15, 1861 at Camp Butler, IL. Promoted on December 10, 1862 to 2^nd Lieutenant Mustered in on December 10, 1862 in Oak Ridge, MS. Promoted on June 3, 1863 to 1^st Lieutenant Reenlisted on April 9, 1864 in Scottsboro, AL. Mustered in on April 9, 1864 in Scottsboro, AL. Promoted on March 13, 1865 to Captain Reenlisted on April 1, 1865 in Goldsboro, NC. Mustered in on April 4, 1865 in Goldsboro, NC. Mustered out on August 15, 1865 in Little Rock, Arkansas.

Walker, William P. Born : 1831 in Illinois Died : 1919	Burial : Beaucoup Cemetery Beaucoup Township Washington Co., IL	William P. Walker, a farmer from Richview, Washington Co., IL son of James & Etheldra Walker, was born in Washington County, Illinois. stood 5' 10" tall with black hair, gray eyes and a dark complexion. Served with the Union Army during the Civil War, as a Private, in the Illinois Militia. with Co. C, 60^th Illinois Infantry Regiment. Enlisted on March 20, 1864 in Richview, Washington Co., IL Mustered in as a Private on April 17, 1864 in Centralia, IL. Co. C, 60^th Illinois Infantry Regiment. Mustered out on July 31, 1865 in Louisville, Kentucky. 1850 Census = District 20, Washington County, IL. Married : Abigail_?_

Walker, William Born : About 1846 in Illinois	Burial : Unknown	William Walker, a farmer from Nashville, Washington Co., IL. stood 5' 4" tall with brown hair, hazel eyes, and a faircomplexion. He was born in Washington County, Illinois. Served with the Union Army during the Civil War, with Co. I, 49^th Illinois Infantry Enlisted on March 12, 1864 in Nashville, Washington Co., IL. Mustered in as a Private on April 25, 1864 in Springfield, IL. Mustered out on September 9, 1865 in Paducah, Kentucky.

Walker, William Henry Born : 24Jan1828 in Illinois Died : 15Sep1919 in California	Burial : Evergreen Cemetery Los Angeles, Los Angeles Co. CA	William Henry Walker, a married farmer from Richview, Washington Co., IL. son of Rev. Simeon and Elizabeth (nee Sharp) Walker stood 6' tall with dark hair, light eyes, and a light complexion. He was born in Clinton County, Illinois. Served with the Union Army during the Civil War, with Co. B, 111^th Illinois Infantry Enlisted on August 13, 1862 in Richview, Washington Co., IL. Mustered in as a 1^st Lieutenant on September 18, 1862 at Camp Marshall, IL. Promoted to Captain on January 19, 1863 Reenlisted on March 17, 1863 in Columbus, KY. Mustered in on March 17, 1863 at Ft. Heiman, KY. Honorably Discharged on March 18, 1865 Married : Mary Ann Phillips on February 17, 1848 in Washington Co. IL All of the census records include Mary, the wife of William Henry Walker + their children. 1850 Census - Washington Co. IL / page 128 B William H. Walker, age 22 / b IL 1860 Census - Randolph Co. IL / Sparta / page 226 William H. Walker, age 31 / b IL 1870 Census - Washington Co. IL / page 25 Wm. H. Walker / age 42 / b IL 1880 Census - Vanderburgh Co. IN / page 490 A W. H. Walker, age 52 / b IL 1900 Census - McPherson Co. KS / page 111 A W. H. Walker, age 72 / b IL 1919 Census - Los Angeles Co. CA / Pasadena / page 133 S William H. Walker, age 82 / b IL Died : September 15, 1919 in Los Angeles County, California He is listed on findagrave.com with his birthplace as PA.....this is an error. He was the son of Rev. Simeon Walker who was born in Georgia. Both Rev. Simeon and William Henry Walker were Methodist Episcopal ministers. There is quite a lengthy article in : "Portrait and Biographical Record of Randolph, Jackson, Perry and Monroe Counties, Illinois" pub. by Biographical Publishing Co., Chicago, 1894 about Simeon Walker a brother of William Henry. It gives a lot of info about this Walker family.

Walsh, Patrick Born : About 1843 in New York	Burial : Unknown	Patrick Walsh, a farmer from Nashville, Washington Co., IL. stood 5' 2" tall with light hair, gray eyes, and a dark complexion. He was born in New York, New York. Served with the Union Army during the Civil War, with Co. C, 11^th Illinois Infantry Enlisted on September 10, 1861 in Nashivlle, Washington Co., IL. Mustered in as a Private Mustered out on September 16, 1864 in Springfield, Illinois.

Walton, William R. Born : About 1834	Burial : Unknown	William R. Walton, from Bridgeport, Washington Co., IL. Served with the Union Army during the Civil War, with Co. G, 13^th Illinois Consolidated Cavalry Enlisted on February 12, 1864 in Bridgeport, Washington Co., IL. Mustered in as a Private on February 20, 1864 at Camp Butler, IL. Transferred on July 15, 1864 to Co. M, 13^th Illinois Consolidated Cavalry Mustered out on August 31, 1865 in Pine Bluff, Arkansas.

Wammack, Joel D. Born : About 1839 in Tennessee	Burial : Unknown	Joel D. Wammack, from Washington Co., IL Served during the Civil War with the Union Army. with Co. F, 49^th Illinois Infantry Enlisted on November 1, 1861 in Richview, Washington Co., IL Mustered in as a Private on December 31, 1861 at Camp Butler, IL Deserted on February 13, 1862 at Ft. Donelson, Tennessee Wammack, Joel D. son of John and Amelia Webster Wammack Born : 1 Nov 1823 in Wilson Co. TN Married : Samantha Read on 10 Dec 1856 in Clay Co. IL. Samantha, born : 31 Jun 1840 Died 28 Dec 1874 Buried : Read Cemetery, Clay Co. IL Died : 11 May 1875 in Clay Co. IL Buried : Read Cemetery, Clay Co. IL 1860 census - Clay City, Clay Co. IL Joel Wammack, age 33, b TN + Samantha, age 20, b IL 1870 census - Pixley Twp., Clay Co. IL / page 139 Joel WAMACK, age 45, b TN + Samantha, age 30, b IL. Is this the correct Joel Wammack?, the age does not fit with his enrollment for the CW service. Rather wonder if the age should have been 33 instead of the listed 23 as posted on the IL State Archives CW database.

Wannemacher, Peter Born : About 1835 in Germany Died : 9Apr1864 in Louisianna	Burial : Unknown	Peter Wannemacher, a blacksmith from Bridgeport, Washington Co., IL stood 5' 4" tall with light hair, gray eyes and a dark complexion. Served during the Civil War with the Union Army. with Co. C, 49^th Illinois Infantry Enlisted on November 1, 1861 in Bridgeport, Washington Co., IL Mustered in as a Private on December 30, 1861 at Camp Butler, IL. Reenlisted as a Veteran Promoted to Corporal Died on April 9, 1864 in Pleassant Hill, Louisianna "KIA"

Warren, James H. Born : About 1840 in Tennessee	Burial : Unknown	James H. Warren, a married farmer from Washington Co., IL stood 5' 5½" tall with black hair, black eyes and a dark complexion. He was born in Robinson County, Tennessee. Served during the Civil War with the Union Army. with Co. G, 111^th Illinois Infantry Enlisted on August 11, 1862 in Centralia, IL. Mustered in as a Private on September 18, 1862 at Camp Marshall, IL. Discharged on January 6, 1864, as disabled with deafness, in Paducah, Kentucky.

Washburn, Noah DeWitt Born : 3May1892 in Illinois Possibly Died Before 1919	Burial : Greenwood Cemetery Nashville Township Washington Co., IL	Served during World War I With Co. F, 138^th Field Artillery M Son of John S. & Sophia (nee Hanft) Washburn 1900 Census = Nashville, Washington County, Illinois

Watson, Dennis Born : 13Jun1840 in Indiana Died : 17 Mar 1899 in Kansas	Burial : McKee Cemetery Hallowell Cherokee County, Kansas (see his CW gov stone at findagrave)	Dennis Watson, a farmer from Elkton, Washington Co., IL. son of John and Rebecca (nee Russell) Watson (who married in Johnson Co. Indiana on 26 Sep 1837). stood 5' 8" tall with black hair, brown eyes, and a dark complexion. Served with the Union Army during the Civil War, with Co. C, 11^th Illinois Infantry Enlisted on August 10 or 16, 1861 in Richview, Washington Co., IL. Mustered in as a Private on August 17, 1861 in Birds Point, MO. Was present at the following battles: Shiloh, Ft. Donelson, Clarksville, Tallahatchie and Spanish Fort. Mustered out on May 1, 1865 in Mobile, Alabama. Married : Judea W. Ayers on 13 Aug 1865 in Washington Co. IL. (dau of James W. and Elizabeth (nee Carr) Ayers) 1850 census - Washington Co. IL / Dist 20 / pages 178 B and 179 A Dennis Watson, age 10, b Indiana with parents, John and Rebecca Watson + siblings 1860 census - not found 1870 census - Washington Co. IL / Elkton / page 509 B Dennis Watson, age 30, b Indiana + wife Juda + two children 1880 census - Cherokee Co. KS / Lola Twp / page 479 C DENIS Watson, age 40, b Indiana + wife Judah + four children Died : 17 March 17, 1899 in Hallowell, Cherokee County, KS OBITUARY OF DENNIS WATSON The Modern Light, Columbus, Kansas, 23 Mar 1899 Died at his home in Hallowell, after a lingering illness of several weeks, March 17, 1899, Dennis Watson, aged about 59 years. He was an old soldier, having served his country in the civil war. He had lived in our community more than 20 years and was well known. He leaves a wife and seven children, the youngest fourteen, to mourn the loss of a husband and father. Obituary and other data furnished by : Jeff Watson great-great grandson

Watts, Benjamin Born : 5Oct1764 Died : 7Mar1840	Burial : Vernor Cemetery ( aka Watt-Vernor Cemetery ) Nashville Washington Co., IL.	Benjamin Watts, of Virginia Served during the American Revolutionary War as a Private on the Virginia Contental Line

Watts, George L. Born : 16Mar1831 in Illinois Died : 23Oct1898 in Illinois	Burial : Liberty Cemetery Row 21 Ashley Township Washington Co. IL.	George L. Watts, a married farmer from Ashley, Washington Co., IL. stood 5' 7" tall with dark hair, black eyes and a dark complexion. He was born in Ashley, Washington County, Illinois. Served during the Civil War in the Union Army with Co. I, 49^th Illinois Infantry Enlisted on September 1, 1861 in Ashley, Washington Co., IL. Mustered in as a 2^nd Lieutenant on December 31, 1861 at Camp Butler, IL. Resigned on May 5, 1862 Member : GAR Pos t- Nashville Post, Nashville, Illinois, Post Number 419 (per GAR Dept. of Illinois transcription of death rolls, 1879-1947) 1850 census - Washington Co. IL / Dist 20 / page 133 George Watts, age 18, b IL living in the household of Thomas W. and Jane Cameron + five Camerson children. 1860 - not found 1870 census - Washington Co. IL / Nashville / page 435 B George Watts, age 36, b IL with wife Nancy, age 34 + son, Amos age 10 1880 census - Jackson Co. IL / Carbondale / page 179 D George Watts, age 48, b IL with wife Nancy, 1900 census - Washington Co. IL / page 261 B Nancy Watts, age 64, widow, b. IL mother of four children none living 1910 census - Washington Co. IL / Nancy age 75, still living in Nashville and a widow living alone.

Wayman, Henry H. (W) Born : About 1831 in Illinois	Burial : Grandpoint Cemetery IrvingtonTownship Washington Co., IL.	Henry H. Wayman, a farmer from Centralia, Marion Co., IL. stood 6' 1½" tall with brown hair, black eyes and a dark complexion. He was born in Washington County, Illinois. Served with the Union Army, during the Civil War. with Co. C, 11^th Illinois Infantry Regiment. Enlisted on August 25, 1861 in Centralia, IL. Mustered in as a Private Reenlisted on December 8, 1863 in Vicksburg, MS. Mustered in on December 24, 1863 in Vicksburg, MS. Promoted on November 1, 1864 to Corporal. Transferred on September 27, 1865 to Co. E 8^th Illinois Infantry Regiment. by Special Order No. 34 from Headquarters dated Agust 23, 1865 Mustered out on October 9, 1865 in New Orleans, Louisianna. 1860 Census list his residence as Ashley, IL. 1880 Census lists his residence as Irvington, IL. 16Oct1903 - # 6500 - Admitted to Soldier & Sailors' Home at Quincy, Illinois

Wayman, Mashack Born : About 1833 in Illinois Died : 26Oct1864 in Illinois	Burial : Grand Point Cemetery Irvington Township Washington Co., IL.	Mashack Wayman, a married farmer from Richview, Washington Co., IL. stood 5' 10" tall with light hair, blue eyes and a dark complexion. He was born in Washington County, Illinois. Served with the Union Army, during the Civil War. with Co. B, 62^nd Illinois Infantry Enlisted on January 15, 1862 in Washington Co., IL. Mustered in as a Wagoner on April 10, 1862 in Jonesboro, IL. Reenlisted on February 1, 1864 in Little Rock, AR. Mustered in on March 24, 1864 in Little Rock, AR. Died on October 26, 1864, of a disease, in Richview, Washington County, Illinois.

Weaver, James	Burial : Unknown	Served in the US-Mexican War as a Private in Co. H of the 2^nd Regiment Illinois Foot Volunteers He enrolled at Nashville, Washington County

Weaver, Joseph Born : About 1846 in Kentucky	Burial : Unknown	Joseph Weaver, a farmer from Washington Co., IL. stood 5' 4" tall with brown hair, hazel eyes and a fair complexion. He was born in McCracken County, Kentucky. Served during the Civil War in the Union Army with Co. F, 111^th Illinois Infantry Enlisted on August 20, 1863 in Paducah, KY. Mustered in as a Private on August 20, 1863 in Paducah, KY. Transferred on May 31, 1865 to Co. D, 48^th Illinois Infantry Mustered out on August 15, 1865 in Little Rock, Arkansas.

Weaver, William Born : About 1840 in Prussia	Burial : Unknown	William Weaver, a farmer from Nashville, Washington Co., IL. stood 5' 7½" tall with dark hair, dark eyes and a dark complexion. Served during the Civil War in the Union Army with Co. D, 48^th Illinois Infantry Enlisted on August 15, 1861 in Nashville, Washington Co., IL. Mustered in as a Private on October 15, 1861 at Camp Butler, IL. Discharged on April 25, 1862, as disabled in Cairo, Illinois.

Weihe, Erwin A. 23Nov1926 in Illinois Died : 9Sep2007 in Illinois	Burial : Trinity Lutheran Cemetery Hoyleton Hoyleton Township Washington Co., IL.	Erwin A. Weihe, from Hoyleton, Washington Co., IL. The son of Arthur and Pearl (nee Hoffman) Weihe Served during the Korean War in the United States Army He received the "Purple Heart Medal"

Welch, Thomas Born : About 1827 in Canada	Burial : Unknown	Thomas Welch, a married laborer from Rainysburg, Washington Co., IL. stood 6' tall with light hair, light eyes and a light complexion. Served during the Civil War in the Union Army with Co. I, 80^th Illinois Infantry Enlisted on August 1, 1862 in Rainysburg, Washington Co., IL. Mustered in as a Private on August 25, 1862 in Centralia, IL. Deserted on November 15, 1862 in Mumsfordsville, Kentucky.

Wellenbrock, Herman Born : About 1840 in Germany	Burial : Unknown	Herman Wellenbrtock, a cooper from Venedy, Washington Co., IL. stood 5' 6½" tall with brown hair, gray eyes and a fair complexion. Served during the Civil War in the Union Army with Co. C, 149^th Illinois Infantry Enlisted on February 8, 1865 in alton, IL. Mustered in as a Private on February 8, 1865 in alton, IL. Mustered out on January 27, 1865 in Dalton, Georgia.

Wells, Levi	Burial : Unknown	A Private in the Black Hawk War in J Burns Company, 3^rd Regiment, 3^rd Brigade enlisted from Washington County

Welsh, William Born : About 1837 in Ireland	Burial : Unknown	William Welsh, a farmer from Nashville, Washington Co., IL. stood 5' 7" tall with dark hair, blue eyes and a light complexion. Served during the Civil War in the Union Army with Co. I, 154^th Illinois Infantry Enlisted on February 4, 1865 in Nashville, Washington Co., IL. Mustered in as a Corporal on February 18, 1865 at Camp Butler, IL. Mustered out on September 18, 1865 in Nashville, Tennessee.

Wernecke, Fred Herman Born : 7Oct1885	Burial : Unknown	Fred Herman Wernecke, from Addieville, Washington Co., IL At the age of 32, he registered for the World War I draft on September 12, 1918 in Nashville, Washington Co., IL He was of medium height and a small build with blue eyes and dark hair A Self-Employed farmer in Plum Hill, Washington Co., IL he lists next of kin as wife, Hulda Wernecke and address as R. R. 1, Addieville, Illinois.

Wernecke, Herman A. Born : 25Sep1877	Burial : Unknown	Herman August Wernecke, from Covington, Washington Co., IL At the age of 40, he registered for the World War I draft on September 12, 1918 in Nashville, Washington Co., IL He was of medium height and a medium build with gray eyes and light hair being slightly bald A farmer employed by Lizzie Wernecke. Wernecke.

West, Elijah T. Born : 23Aug1844 in Kentucky Died : 26May1921 in Kansas	Burial : Sherman Cemetery Sherman City Cherokee County, Kansas.	Elijah T. West, a farmer from Ashley, Washington Co., IL son of James Madison & Sarah (nee Mark) West stood 6' 2½" tall with brown hair, hazel eyes and a fair complexion. He was born in Lewis County, Kentucky. Served in the Civil War with the Union Army with Co. B, 136^th Illinois Infantry Enlisted on May 16, 1864 in Ashley, Washington Co., IL Mustered in as a Corporal on June 1, 1864 in Centralia, IL. Mustered out on October 22, 1864 in Springfield, IL. & with Co. B, 62^nd Illinois Infantry Enlisted as a Recruit from Collinsville, Madison Co., IL on February 7, 1865 in Alton, IL. Mustered in as a Private on February 7, 1865 in Alton, IL. Transferred to Co. B, 136^th Illinois Consolidated Infantry Mustered out as a Corporal on February 18, 1866 in Ft. Smith, Arkansas. May 21, 1921 - Elijah T. West died in Sheridan Township, Cherokee, Kansas, USA See : Biography

West, William T. (P) Born : About 1833 in Kentucky	Burial : Unknown	William West, a farmer from Richview, Washington Co., IL stood 6' 1" tall with fair hair, gray eyes and a fair complexion. He was born in Lewis County, Kentucky. Served in the Civil War with the Union Army with Co. B, 62^nd Illinois Infantry Enlisted on January 15, 1862 in Washington Co., IL Mustered in as a Private on April 10, 1862 in Jonesbor, IL. Reenlisted on February 1, 1864 in Little Rock, AR. Mustered in on March 24, 1864 in Little Rock, AR. Transferred to Co. B, 62^nd Illinois Consolidated Infantry Promoted to Sergeant Mustered out on March 6, 1866 in Little Rock, Arkansas.

Wheeler William S. Born : About 1838	Burial : Unknown	William S. Wheeler, from Richview, Washington Co., IL. Served in the Civil War with the Union Army with Co. I, 49^th Illinois Infantry Enlisted on November 12, 1863 in Centralia, IL. Mustered in as a Private on December 31, 1863. Deserted on June 25, 1864.

Wheeles, Benjamin C. Born : 8Nov1896 in Illinois	Burial : Unknown	Served during World War I With Co. B, 9^th Depot Battalion At time of registration listed residence as Perry County, Illinois

White, Andrew	Burial : Unknown	A Private in the Black Hawk War in J Burns Company, 3^rd Regiment, 3^rd Brigade enlisted from Washington County

White, Cornelius Born : About 1826 in Ireland	Burial : Unknown	Corneliuas White, a laborer from Richview, Washington Co., IL stood 5' 4" tall with dark hair, blue eyes and a dark complexion. Served during the Civil War with the Union Army. with Co. F, 49^th Illinois Infantry Enlisted on November 26, 1861 in Richview, Washington Co., IL Mustered in as a Private on December 31, 1861 at Camp Butler, IL Discharged as disabled on July 24, 1862.

White, Francis M. Born : About 1839 in Illinois	Burial : Unknown	Francis M. White, a farmer from Richview, Washington Co., IL stood 5' 7" tall with black hair, hazel eyes and a dark complexion. He was born in Washington County, Illinois. Served during the Civil War with the Union Army. with Co. B, 111^th Illinois Infantry Enlisted on August 13, 1862 in Richview, Washington Co., IL Mustered in as a Private on September 18, 1862 at Camp Marshall, IL. Mustered out on June 6, 1865 in Washington D. C.

White, James H. Born : About 1842 in Illinois	Burial : Unknown	James H. White, a farmer from Ashley, Washington Co., IL stood 5' 6" tall with black hair, blue eyes and a dark complexion. He was born in Washington County, Illinois. Served during the Civil War with the Union Army. with Co. D, 110^th Illinois Infantry Enlisted on August 15, 1862 in Ashley, Washington Co., IL Mustered in as a Private on September 11, 1862 at Camp Anna, IL.

White, James R.	Burial : Unknown	A Private in the Black Hawk War in J Burns Company, 3^rd Regiment, 3^rd Brigade enlisted from Washington County

White, James S.	Burial : Unknown	A Private in the Black Hawk War in J Burns Company, 3^rd Regiment, 3^rd Brigade enlisted from Washington County

White, James S. Born : About 1840 in Illinois Died : 1Jun1864 in Mississippi	Burial : Vicksburg National Military Park Section U Site 6602 Vicksburg, Mississippi Listed as J. S. White member of Co. F, 47^th IL Vol	James S. White, a farmer from Richview, Washington Co., IL stood 5' 8" tall with dark hair, blue eyes and a light complexion. Served during the Civil War with the Union Army. with Co. F, 49^th Illinois Infantry Enlisted on October 27, 1861 in Richview, Washington Co., IL Mustered as a Private on December 31, 1861 at Camp Butler, IL Died on June 1, 1864 in Vicksburg, Mississippi

White, Robert H. Born : About 1846 in Illinois	Burial : Unknown	Robert H. White, a farmer from Ashley, Washington Co., IL. stood 5' 5" tall with light hair, brown eyes and a light complexion. He was born in Washington County, Illinois Served in the Civil War with the Union Army with Co. B, 136^th Illinois Infantry Enlisted on May 30, 1864 in Ashley, Washington Co., IL Mustered in as a Private on June 1, 1864 in Centralia, IL. Mustered out on October 22, 1864 in Springfield, IL.

White, Stanley Merrell Born : 6Jul1894 in Illinois	Burial : Unknown	Stanley Merrell White, from Ashley, Washington Co., IL son of Mary L. (nee Wheeles ) White (b:1877) He was born in Beaucoup, Washington Co., IL Registered for the World War I draft on June 5, 1917 At the age of 23, he was of medium height with a slender build, and had brown eyes and black hair. His occupation was Ticket & Freight Clerk for the Louisville & Nashville Railroad in Ashley, Washington Co., IL 1900 Census - Ashley, Washington Co., IL a grandson in the household of John H. & Sarah J. Wheeles 1910 Census - Ashley, Washington Co., IL a son in the household of Wamie Farmer, his mother. 1920 Census - Ashley, Washington Co., IL with wife, Viva White 1930 Census - Ashley, Washington Co., IL no spouse listed

White, Stephen C. Born : About 1842	Burial : Unknown	Stephen C. White, from Richview, Washington Co., IL. Served in the Civil War with the Union Army with Co. I, 49^th Illinois Infantry Enlisted on November 5, 1863 in Richview, Washington Co., IL. Mustered in as a Private on November 30, 1863 at Camp Yates, IL. Mustered out on September 9, 1865 in Paducah, Kentucky.

White, Thomas C. Born : About 1843 in Illinois	Burial : Unknown	Thomas C. White, a farmer from Richview, Washington Co., IL stood 5' 6" tall with dark hair, hazel eyes and a fair complexion. He was born in Washington County, Illinois. Served during the Civil War with the Union Army. with Co. B, 62^nd Illinois Infantry Enlisted on January 15, 1862 in Washington Co., IL Mustered in as a Private on April 10, 1862 in Jonesboro, IL. Reenlisted on February 1, 1864 in Little Rock, AR. Mustered in on March 24, 1864 in Little Rock, AR. Transferred to Co. B, 62^nd Illinois Consolidated Infantry Promoted to Corporal Mustered out on March 6, 1866 in Little Rock, Arkansas.

White, Thomas F. Born : About 1837 in Illinois Died : 24May1862 in Kentucky	Burial : Unknown	Thomas F. White, a married farmer from Washington Co., IL stood 6' 3" tall with auburn hair, blue eyes and a fair complexion. Served during the Civil War with the Union Army. with Co. B, 62^nd Illinois Infantry Enlisted on January 15, 1862 in Washington Co., IL Mustered in as a Private on April 10, 1862 in Jonesboro, IL. Died on May 24, 1862, of a disease in Paducah, Kentucky.

Whitsel, George Born : About 1843 in Illinois	Burial : Unknown	George Whitsel, a farmer from Ashley, Washington Co., IL. stood 6' 1" tall with light hair, hazel eyes and a fair complexion. He was born in Washington County, Illinois. Served during the Civil War in the Union Army with Co. I, 154^th Illinois Infantry Enlisted on February 4, 1865 in Nashville, Washington Co., IL. Mustered in as a Corporal on February 20, 1865 at Camp Butler, IL. Mustered out on September 18, 1865 in Nashville, Tennessee.

Whittemore, Willis [ Whitmore ] Born : About 1841 Died : 12Dec1863 in Tennessee	Burial : Chattanooga National Cemetery Section H Site 1064 Chattanooga, Tennessee Listed as Willie Whittamore	Willis Whittemore, a married farmer from Richview, Washington Co., IL. stood 5' 11½" tall with light hair, black eyes and a fair complexion. Served during the Civil War in the Union Army with Co. B, 110^th Illinois Infantry Enlisted on August 14, 1862 Mustered in as a Private on September 11, 1862 at Camp Anna, IL. Died on December 12, 1863, of a disease at North Chickamauga, Tennessee.

Whittenberg, Elbert S. Born : 12Aug1830 in Tennessee	Burial : Richview Township Cemetery Richview Township Washington Co., IL	Elbert S. Whittenberg, a farmer from Jefferson Co., IL. stood 5' 8" tall with light hair, blue eyes and a fair complexion. Served during the Civil War in the Union Army with Co. H of the 34^th Illinois Infantry; Unit #357 Enlisted on April 4, 1864 in Oney, IL. Mustered in as a Private on April 4, 1864 in Oney, IL. Mustered out on July 12, 1865 in Louisville, KY. He married Martha House on February 28, 1850. The 1880 Census has him located in Richview, IL.

Whittenberg, John Henry Born : About 1840 in Illinois	Burial : Unknown	John Henry Whittenberg, a farmer from Richview, Washington Co., IL. stood 5' 6" tall with light hair, blue eyes and a light complexion. He was born in Richview, Washington County, Illinois. Served during the Civil War in the Union Army with Co. B, 110^th Illinois Infantry Enlisted on August 14, 1862 in Mt. Vernon, Jefferson Co., IL Mustered in as a Private on September 11, 1862 at Camp Anna, IL. Transferred to Co. A, 110^th Illinois Consolidated Infantry Mustered out on June 8, 1865 in Washington D. C.

Whittenberg, Thomas Foster Born : About 1844 in Illinois	Burial : Unknown	Thomas Foster Whittenberg, a farmer from Richview, Washington Co., IL. stood 5' 8" tall with light hair, blue eyes and a light complexion. He was born in Richview, Washington County, Illinois. Served during the Civil War in the Union Army with Co. B, 110^th Illinois Infantry Enlisted on August 14, 1862 in Mt. Vernon, Jefferson Co., IL Mustered in as a Private on September 11, 1862 at Camp Anna, IL. Transferred to Co. A, 110^th Illinois Consolidated Infantry Mustered out on June 8, 1865 in Washington D. C.

Wiands, John H. Born : About 1821 in New York	Burial : Oak Grove Cemetery Pilot Knob Township Washington Co., IL	John H. Wiands, a married carpenter from Nashville, Washington Co., IL stood 5' 3" tall with auburn hair, black eyes and a dark complexion. he was born in Rensllaer County, New York. Served during the Civil War with the Union Army. Records show spelling as "Wearids" with Co. B, 111^th Illinois Infantry Enlisted on August 13, 1862 in Richview, Washington Co., IL Mustered in as a Private on September 18, 1862 at Camp Marshall, IL. Mustered out on June 6, 1865 in Washington D. C.

Wickersham, Thomas Born : About 1845 in Illinois	Burial : Unknown	Thomas Wickersham, a farmer from Ashley, Washington Co., IL stood 5' 6" tall with dark hair, dark eyes and a dark complexion. He was born in Marion County, Illinois. Served during the Civil War with the Union Army. with Co. G, 13^th Illinois Consolidated Cavalry Enlisted on December 21, 1863 in Ashley, Washington Co., IL Mustered in as a Private on January 20, 1864 at Camp Butler, IL. Mustered out on August 31, 1865 in Pine Bluff, Arkansas.

Widmeyer, Frank [ Wittmeyer ] Born : About 1831 in Austria	Burial : Unknown	Frank Widmeyer, a farmer from Maystown, Monroe Co., IL stood 5' 8" tall with dark hair, hazel eyes and a dark complexion. Served during the Civil War with the Union Army. with Co. C, 49^th Illinois Infantry Enlisted on October 1, 1861 in Maystown, Monroe Co., IL mustered in as a Private on December 30, 1861 at Camp Butler, IL. Reenlisted as a Veteran. Mustered out on September 9, 1865 in Paducah, Kentucky.

Wiechert, Carl [ Wichert ] Born : About 1842	Burial : Unknown	Carl Wichert, from Nashville, Washington Co., IL Served during the Civil War with the Union Army. with Co. C, 49^th Illinois Infantry Enlisted on January 2, 1864 in Nashville, Washington Co., IL Mustered in as a Private on February 2, 1864 in Springfield, IL Mustered out on September 9, 1865 in Paducah, Kentucky.

Wiechert, William Born : About 1829 in Prussia (Germany)	Burial : St. John's Evangelical Cemetery	Served during the Civil War With Cos. C, E, of the 4^th & 8^th Missouri Infantry Enlisted 8Aug1861 in Nasvhille, Illinois Mustered in 12Aug1861 in St. Louis, Missouri with Co. E, 10^th Missouri Infantry Transferred 20Oct1863 to Veterans Reserve Corps 1880 Census = Okawville, Washington County, Illinois Occupation - Blacksmith Spouse - Caroline

Wiggins, Francis G. Born : About 1841 in Illinois Died : 6Apr1862 in Tennessee	Burial : Shiloh National Military Park Site # 2617 Shiloh, Tennessee Unit listed as : Co. C, 11^th Artillery	Francis G. Wiggins, a married farmer from Richview, Washington Co., IL. stood 5' 7½" tall with light hair, gray eyes, and a light complexion. He was born in Madison County, Illinois. Served with the Union Army during the Civil War, with Co. C, 11^th Illinois Infantry Enlisted on September 1, 1861 in Tamaroa, Perry Co., IL. Mustered in as a Private Killed In Action on April 6, 1862 in Shiloh, Tennessee

Wilkie, Ransalaer Born : About 1836 in Ireland	Burial : Unknown	Ransalaer Wilkie, a farmer from Ashley, Washington Co., IL stood 5' 7" tall with light hair, dark eyes and a fair complexion. Served during the Civil War with the Union Army. with Co. D, 13^th Illinois Consolidated Cavalry Regiment Enlisted on January 25, 1864 in Ashley, Washington Co., IL Mustered in as a Private on February 12, 1864 at Camp Butler, IL. Transferred on March 1, 1864 to Co. G, 3^th Illinois Consolidated Cavalry Regiment Mustered out on August 31, 1865 in Pine Bluff, Arkansas.

Williams, Aaron J. Born : About 1843 in Illinois	Burial : Unknown	Aaron J. Williams, a farmer from Washington Co., IL stood 5' 11¾" tall with light hair, blue eyes and a light complexion. He was born in Washington County, Illinois. Served during the Civil War with the Union Army. with Co. K, 30^th Illinois Infantry Residence listed as Centralia, Marion, Co., IL. Enlisted on August 28, 1861 in Carlyle, Clinton Co., IL. Mustered in as a Private on August 28, 1861 in Cairo, IL. Discharged on April 28, 1862, as disabled being wounded. & with Co. G, 111^th Illinois Infantry Enlisted on October 16, 1862 in Salem, IL Mustered in as a Private on June 24, 1863 in Paducah, KY. Transferred on May 31, 1865 to Co. I, 48^th Illinois Infantry Mustered out on August 15, 1865 in Little Rock, Arkansas.

Williams, Dempsey K. Born : About 1836 in Illinois	Burial : Unknown	Dempsey K. Williams, a married farmer from Nashville Washington Co., IL stood 5' 9" tall with light hair, blue eyes and a light complexion. He was born in Nashville, Washington County, Illinois. Served during the Civil War with the Union Army. Enlisted on August 27, 1861 in Nashville Washington Co., IL Mustered in as a Private on October 15, 1861 at Camp Butler, IL.

Williams, John Died : 9Nov1847 in Mexico	Burial : Unknown	Served in the US-Mexican War as a Private in Co. H of the 2^nd Regiment Illinois Foot Volunteers He enrolled at Nashville, Washington County John Williams died on November 9, 1847, at Vera Cruz, Mexico.

Williams, Joseph R. Born : About 1842 in Illinois	Burial : Unknown	Joseph R. Williams, a farmer from Bridgeport, Washington Co., IL stood 5' 10" tall with dark hair, dark eyes and a dark complexion. Served during the Civil War with the Union Army. with Co. I, 54^th Illinois Infantry Enlisted on Decmber 9, 1861 in Lawrence Co., IL. Mustered in as a Private on Februiary 18, 1862 in Jonesboro, IL. Reenlisted as a Veteran.

Williams, Samuel S. Born : About 1819 in Illinois Died : 26Aug1864 in Arkansas	Burial : Little Rock National Cemetery Section 4 Site 3010 Little Rock, Arkansas	Samuel S. Williams, a farmer from Ashley, Washington Co., IL stood 5' 10" tall with dark hair, dark eyes and a dark complexion. Served during the Civil War with the Union Army. with Co. G, 13^th Illinois Consolidated Cavalry Enlisted on December 21, 1863 in Elkhorn, Washington Co., IL Mustered in as a Private on January 20, 1864 at Camp Butler, IL. Died on August 26, 1864 in Pine Bluff, Arkansas.

Williams, Silas Born : About 1841 in Illinois	Burial : Unknown	Silas Williams, a farmer from Ashley, Washington Co., IL stood 6' 3" tall with black hair, gray eyes and a dark complexion. He was born in Mt. Vernon, Jefferson County, Illinois. Served during the Civil War with the Union Army. with Co. D, 110^th Illinois Infantry Enlisted on September 1, 1862 in Jefferson Co., IL Mustered in as a Private on September 11, 1862 at Camp Anna, IL.

Williams, Thomas F. Born : About 1837 in Illinois Died : 24May1862 in Kentucky	Burial : Unknown	Thomas F. Williams, a married farmer from Washington Co., IL. stood 6' 3" tall with auburn hair, blue eyes and a fair complexion. He was born in Washington County, Illinois. Served during the Civil War in the Union Army with Co. B, 62^nd Illinois Infantry Enlisted on January 15, 1862 in Washington Co., IL. Mustered in as a Private on April 10, 1862 in Jonesboro, IL. Died on May 24, 1862, of a disease in Paducah, Kentucky.

Williams, William Born : About 1842	Burial : Unknown	William Williams, from Richview, Washington Co., IL. Served in the Union Army, during the Civil War with Co. I, 49^th Illinois Infantry Enlisted on November 5, 1863 in Richview, Washington Co., IL. Mustered in as a Private on November 30, 1863 at Camp Yates, IL. Deserted on September 18, 1864.

Williams, William E. Born : About 1845	Burial : Unknown	William E. Williams, from Nashville, Washington Co., IL. Served during the Civil War in the Union Army with Co. K, 49^th Illinois Infantry Enlisted on December 14, 1863 in Nashville, Washington Co., IL. Mustered in as a Private on February 2, 1865 in Springfield, IL. Mustered out on September 9, 1865 in Paducah, kentucky.

Williamson, Alexander S. Born : About 1823 in Kentucky	Burial : Unknown	Alexander S.Williamson, a farmer from Nashville, Washington Co., IL. stood 5' 4" tall with light hair, blue eyes and a fair complexion. He was born in Logan County, Kentucky. Served during the Civil War in the Union Army with Co. I, 154^th Illinois Infantry Enlisted on February 4, 1865 in Nashville, Washington Co., IL. Mustered in as a Private on February 18, 1865 at Camp Butler, IL. Mustered out on September 18, 1865 in Nashville, Tennessee.

Williamson, George L. Born : About 1840	Burial : Unknown	George L. Williamson, from Elkton, Washington Co., IL. Served in the Union Army, during the Civil War in Co. F, 10^th Missouri Regiment Infantry Volunteers At the age of 21 years Enlisted on August 1, 1861 in Coulterville, Illinois Mustered in as a Private on August 10, 1861 in St. louis, MO. Transferred on September 19, 1863 to Veterans Reserve Corps by Special Order No. 29, from HQ, 17^th A Corps

Williamson, Robert D. Born : About 1843 in Kentucky	Burial : Unknown	Robert D. Williamson, a farmer from Nashville, Washington Co., IL. stood 5' 8" tall with dark hair, gray eyes and a dark complexion. He was born in Logan County, Kentucky. Served during the Civil War in the Union Army with Co. I, 80^th Illinois Infantry Enlisted on August 5, 1862 in Nashville, Washington Co., IL. Mustered in as a Corporal on August 25, 1862 in Centralia, IL. Reduced to ranks on December 15, 1862 Promoted to Corporal on January 1, 1865 Mustered out on June 10, 1865 at Camp Harker, Tennessee.

Williamson, Samuel R. Born : About 1837 Died : 27Nov1861 in Missouri	Burial : Oakdale Cemetery Oakdale Township Washington Co., IL	Samuel R. Williamson, from Elkton, Washington Co., IL. Served in the Union Army, during the Civil War in Co. F, 10^th Missouri Regiment Infantry Volunteers At the age of 23 years Enlisted on August 1, 1861 in Coulterville, Illinois Mustered in as a 4^th Corporal on August 10, 1861 in St. louis, MO. Died on November 27, 1861 of Typhoid Fever in Herman, Missouri

Willis, Elza Lorn Born : 3Mar1894 in Illinois Died : 6Oct1918	Burial : Unknown	Served during World War I 130^th Infantry Regiment, 33^rd Infantry Division Born 3Mar1894 in Louisville, Clay County, Illinois Son of Henry Asbury & Rachel Florence (nee Ooton) Willis Henry's obituary says Elza was killed in the war.

Willis, John Born : About 1839 in Illinois	Burial : Unknown	John Willis, a farmer from Ashley, Washington Co., IL. stood 5' 4" tall with dark hair, dark eyes and a dark complexion. Served in the Union Army, during the Civil War with Co. F, 44^th Illinois Infantry Enlisted on September 3, 1861 in Chicago, IL. Must4ered in as a Private on September 13, 1861 in Chicago, IL. Discharged on April 13, 1862 in Caseyville, Missouri.

Willis, John J. Born : About 1842 in Illinois	Burial : Unknown	John J. Willis, a farmer from Richview, Washington Co., IL. stood 5' 11" tall with black hair, black eyes and a dark complexion. He was born in Jefferson County, Illinois. Served in the Union Army, during the Civil War with Co D, 49^th Illinois Infantry Enlisted on October 19, 1861 in Salem, IL. Mustered in as a Private on December 30, 1861 at Camp Butler, IL. Transferred on January 1, 1862 to Co. I, 49^th Illinois Infantry Reenlisted on January 16, 1864 Appointed Quatermaster Sergeant on January 9, 1865 Transferred to Non-Commissioned Staff. with Headquartes Co., 49^th Illinois Infantry Mustered out on September 9, 1865 in Paduch, Kentucky.

Willis, Newton	Burial : Unknown	Served during the Civil War in the Union Army with Co. F, 10^th Missouri Infantry Served as a Private from Elkhorn

Wilmoth, William	Burial : Unknown	William Wilmoth, from Nashville, Washington Co., IL. Served during the Civil War in the Union Army with Co. I, 80^th Illinois Infantry Enlisted on August 5, 1862 in Nashville, Washington Co., IL. Mustered in as a Privatel on August 25, 1862 in Centralia, IL. Discharged on March 17, 1863, as disabled in Murfreesboro, Tennessee.

Wilson, Archibald H. Born : About 1831 in Ireland	Burial : Unknown	Archibald H. Wilson, a mason from Washington Co., IL stood 5' 7½" tall with light hair, light eyes and a light complexion. Served during the Civil War with the Union Army. with Co. G, 111^th Illinois Infantry Enlisted on August 14, 1862 in Centralia, IL. Mustered in as a Private on September 18, 1862 at Camp Marshall, IL. Discharged on November 23, 1863, as disabled in Paducah, Kentucky.

Wilson, David Born : About 1838 in Illinois	Burial : Unknown	David Wilson, a married farmer from Marissa, St. Clair Co., IL. stood 5' 11" tall with auburn hair, hazel eyes and a dark complexion. He was born in Washington County, Illinois. Served during the Civil War in the Union Army with Co, B. 111^th Illinois Infantry Enlisted on August 13, 1862 in Richview, Washington Co., IL. Mustered in as a Private on September 18, 1862 at Camp Marshall, IL. Mustered out on June 6, 1865 in Washington D. C.

Wilson, Francis J. Born : About 1838 in New York	Burial : Unknown	Francis J. Wislon, a painter from Nashville, Washington Co., IL. stood 5' 6" tall with dark hair, dark eyes and a fair complexion. He was born in St. lawrence County, New York. Served during the Civil War in the Union Army with Co. I, 154^th Illinois Infantry Enlisted on February 4, 1865 in Nashville, Washington Co., IL. Mustered in as a Corporal on February 18, 1865 at Camp Butler, IL. Mustered out on September 18, 1865 in Nashville, Tennessee.

Wilson, James H. Born : About 1846 in Illinois	Burial : Unknown	James H. Wilson, a farmer from Ashley, Washington Co., IL. stood 5' 7" tall with brown hair, blue eyes and a dark complexion. Served during the Civil War in the Union Army with Co. D, 13^th Illinois Consolidated Cavalry Regiment Enlisted on January 25, 1864 in Ashley, Washington Co., IL. Mustered in as a Private on February 12, 1864 at Camp Butler, IL. Transferred on March 1, 1864 to Co. G, 13^th Illinois Consolidated Cavalry Regiment Mustered out on August 31, 1865 in Pilot Knob, Missouri

Wilson, John Born : About 1843 in Illinois	Burial : Locust Creek Cemetery	John Wilson, a farmer from Marissa, St. Clair Co., IL. stood 5' 9" tall with black hair, black eyes and a dark complexion. He was born in Washington County, Illinois. Served during the Civil War in the Union Army with Co, B. 111^th Illinois Infantry Enlisted on August 13, 1862 in Richview, Washington Co., IL. Mustered in as a Private on September 18, 1862 at Camp Marshall, IL. Mustered out on June 6, 1865 in Washington D. C.

Wilson, Levi Born : 18May1842 in Indiana Died : 1Sep1913	Burial : Kinyon Cemetery Plum Hill Township Washington Co., IL.	Levi Wilson, a farmer from Washington Co., IL. stood 5' 8" tall with light hair, hazel eyes and a fair complexion. He was born in Fountain County, Indiana. Served during the Civil War in the Union Army Co. K of the 80^th Illinois Infantry. Enlisted on August 13, 1862 in Washington Co., IL. Mustered in as a Sergeant on August 25, 1862 in Centralia, IL. Discharged on February 27, 1863, as disabled in Gallatin, Tennessee.

Wilson, Robert M. Born : About 1835 in Illinois Died : 19Dec1864 in Tennessee	Burial : Unknown	Robert M. Wilson, a married farmer from Nashville, Washington Co., IL. stood 5' 6" tall with light hair, blue eyes and a light complexion. He was born in Washington County, Illinois. Served during the Civil War in the Union Army with Co. I, 80^th Illinois Infantry Enlisted on August 10, 1862 in Nashville, Washington Co., IL. Mustered in as a Private on August 25, 1862 in Centralia, IL. Died on December 19, 1864, by drowning in Rutherford Creek, near Columbia, Tennessee.

Winfrey, Charles M. Born : About 1845 in Missouri Died : 23Jul1864 in Arkansas	Burial : Little Rock National Cemetery Section 4 Site 3011 Little Rock, Arkansas	Charles M. Winfrey, a farmer from Ashley, Washington Co., IL stood 6' 1" tall with black hair, black eyes and a dark complexion. He was born in Pope County, Missouri.. Served during the Civil War in the Union Army with Co. D, 13^th Illinois Consolidated Cavalry Regiment Enlisted on January 25, 1864 in Ashley, Washington Co., IL Mustered in as a Private on February 12, 1864 at Camp Butler, IL. Transferred on March 1, 1864 to Co. G,13^th Illinois Consolidated Cavalry Regiment Died on July 23, 1864, of a disease in Pine Bluff, Arkansas.

Winterberger, William B. Born : 19Apr1920 Died : 5Jul1991	Burial : North Prairie Cemetery Hoyleton Township Washington Co., IL	Served in World War II as a First Sergeant in the U S Army

Wisdom, Joy B. nee Tschudin Born : 20Apr1911 Died : 8Aug1998	Burial : Interrment August 12, 1998 Ft. Rosecrans National Cemetery Section X Site 290 San Diego, California P.O. Box 6237 San Diego, CA 92166	Joy B. (nee Tschudin) Wisdom, Married Clive B. Wisdom United States Air Force Master Sergeant

Wisely, Charles V. Born : 5Dec1925 Died : 11Jun1982	Burial : Oakdale Cemetery Oakdale Township Washington Co., IL	Served with the U S Navy, during World War II

Wisely, Lester Paul Born : 28Feb1936 Died : 14Feb1993	Burial : Oakdale Cemetery Oakdale Township Washington Co., IL	Served as a Private First Class in the U S Army, during the Viet Nam War

Witzerman, John Born : About 1829 in Germany	Burial : St. Peter's Evangelical Cemetery	John Witzerman, a farner from Centerville, St. Clair Co., IL. stood 5' 10" tall with light hair, blue eyes and a light complexion. Served during the Civil War with the Union Army. with Co. H, 97^th Illinois Infantry. Enlisted on January 4, 1864 in Alton, Madison Co., IL. Mustered in as a Private on January 4, 1864 in Alton, Madison Co., IL. Transferred to Co. E, 37^th Illinois Infantry. Discharged on November 13, 1865, as diasabled by Surgeon's Certificate of Disabilty.

Wolff, Anton Born : About 1835 in Germany	Burial : Unknown	Anton Wolff, a baker from Bridgeport, Washington Co., IL stood 5' 6½" tall with brown hair, gray eyes and a dark complexion. Served during the Civil War with the Union Army. with Co. C, 49^th Illinois Infantry Enlisted on November 1, 1861 in Bridgeport, Washington Co., IL Mustered in as a Private on December 30, 1861 at Camp Butler, IL Promoted on February 7, 1862 to Corporal Promoted on July 1, 1863 to Sergeant Mustered out on January 9, 1865 in Springfield, Illinois.

Wolff, William Born : in Germany	Burial : Unknown	William Wolff, a farmer from Bridgeport, Washington Co., IL stood 5' 10" tall with light hair, blue eyes and a fair complexion. He was born in Hanover, Germany. Served during the Civil War with the Union Army. with Co. C, 49^th Illinois Infantry Enlisted as a Recruit on July 25, 1862 Mustered out on July 1, 1865 in Paducah, Kentucky.

Wood, Archibald	Burial : Unknown	Served during the Civil War in the Union Army with Co. F, 10^th Missouri Infantry Served as a Sergeant from Elkhorn

Wood, Charles	Burial : Unknown	A Private in the Black Hawk War in J Burns Company, 3^rd Regiment, 3^rd Brigade enlisted from Washington County

Wood, John D.	Burial : Unknown	A Major in the Black Hawk War in J Burns Company, 3^rd Regiment, 3^rd Brigade enlisted from Washington County

Wood, John D. (2)	Burial : Unknown	A Sergeant in the Black Hawk War in J Burns Company, 3^rd Regiment, 3^rd Brigade enlisted from Washington County

Wood, Walter Born : About 1838 in Illinois	Burial : Unknown	Walter Wood, a farmer from Richview, Washington Co., IL stood 5' 10" tall with dark hair, blue eyes, and a light complexion. Served during the Civil War with the Union Army. with Co. F, 49^th Illinois Infantry Enlisted as a Recruit on January 1, 1862 in Richview, Washington Co., IL ? Discharged as disabled on June 10, 1862 ? Mustered in as a Private on June 25, 1863 in Memphis, Tennessee Mustered out on January 9, 1865 in Springfield, Illinois.

Wood, William B.	Burial : Unknown	A 1^st Lieutenant in the Black Hawk War in J Burns Company, 3^rd Regiment, 3^rd Brigade enlisted from Washington County

Woodrome, Jack	Burial : Unknown	He served with the Union Army, during the Civil War. in Co. A, 110^th Illinois Infantry.

Woodrome, Joel J. Born : About 1840 in Illinois	Burial : Unknown	Joel J. Woodrome, a farmer from Nashville, Washington Co., IL stood 5' 6" tall with black hair, black eyes, and a light complexion. He was born in Nashville, Washington County, Illinois. Served during the Civil War with the Union Army. Some records show spelling as "Woodrum" with Co. D, 110^th Illinois Infantry Enlisted on August 14, 1862 in Ashley, Washington Co., IL Mustered in as a Private on September 11, 1862 in Anna, IL. Transferred to Co. A, 110^th Illinois Consolidated Infantry Mustered out on June 8, 1865 in Washington D. C.

Woodrome, John D. Born : About 1843 in Illinois Died : 23Apr1864 in Tennessee	Burial : Unknown	John D. Woodrome, a farmer from Nashville, Washington Co., IL stood 5' 9" tall with black hair, blue eyes, and a light complexion. He was born in Nashville, Washington County, Illinois. Served during the Civil War with the Union Army. Some records show spelling as "Woodrum" with Co. D, 110^th Illinois Infantry Enlisted on August 14, 1862 in Ashley, Washington Co., IL Mustered in as a Private on September 11, 1862 in Anna, IL. Transferred to Co. A, 110^th Illinois Consolidated Infantry Died on April 23, 1864, of a disease in Nashville, Tennessee.

Woodside, James M. Born : 1821 - 1823 in Kentucky Died : 29Oct1897 in Illinois	Burial : Hopewell Cemetery Pinckneyville, Perry Co. IL	James M. Woodside, a farmer from Ashley, Washington Co., IL son of James and Nancy (nee Baugher) Woodside stood 5' 10" tall with dark hair, dark eyes and a dark complexion. He was born in Livingston County, Kentucky Served during the Civil War with the Union Army. at the age of 39 years with Co. F, 10th Missouri Regiment Infantry Volunteers Enlisted on August 1, 1861 in Coulterville, IL. Mustered in as a Private on August 10, 1861 in St. Louis, MO Discharged on July 15, 1863 as disabled, in St. Louis, MO. His tombstone picture at findagrave is a military headstone with his Missouri Civil War service & at the age of 43 years with Co. G, 13^th Illinois Consolidated Cavalry Enlisted on December 21, 1863 in Elkhorn, Washington Co., IL Mustered in as a Private on January 20, 1864 at Camp Butler, IL. Transferred on July 15, 1864 to Co. M. 13^th Illinois Consolidated Cavalry Mustered out on August 31, 1865 in Pine Bluff, Arkansas. Married : Sarah Jane McCoy on February 7, 1844 in Washington Co., IL. daughter of Hardy & Louisa (nee Thornton) McCoy Records indicate Sarah and James divorced on 7 Oct 1877. 1850 census - Perry Co. IL / Dist. 7 / Page 365 James M. Woodside, age 27, b KY + wife Sarah J., age 25, b TN 1860 census - Perry Co. IL / Twp. 4, Range 3 W / page 38 James W. WOODSIDES, age 38, b KY + same wife + children 1870 census - Washington Co. IL / Twp. 3, Range 2 W / Nashville / page 409 James Woodside, age 48, b KY + same wife + children 1880 census - Perry Co. IL / Twp. 6, Range 4 / page 132 D James WOODSIDES, age 56, father, b KY living with son, J. O. WOODSIDES, age 31 Died : October 29, 1897 in Perry County, Illinois.

Woolweaver, August Born : 1844 in Prussia Died : 8Jul1921 in Illinois	Burial : Masonic Cemetery Nashville Nashville Township Washington Co., IL Block 3, Row 19, Grave X	August Woolweaver, a farmer from Nashville, Washington Co., IL stood 5' 4" tall with brown hair, blue eyes and a fair complexion. Served during the Civil War with the Union Army. in Co. C, 49^th Illinois Infantry Enlisted as a Recruit on Febraury 16 1864 in Nashville, Washington Co., IL Mustered in as a Private on April 11, 1864 Nashville, Washington Co., IL Mustered out on September 9, 1865 in Paducah, Kentucky. Died on July 8, 1921 in Nashville, Washington Co., IL.

Wright, Frederick O. Born : About 1839 in Indiana	Burial : Unknown	Frederick O. Wright, a farmer from Richview, Washington Co., IL stood 5' 10" tall with black hair, blue eyes and a dark complexion. Served during the Civil War with the Union Army. with Co. C, 60^th Illinois Infantry Regiment. Enlisted on March 26, 1864 in Richview, Washington Co., IL Mustered in as a Private on April 17, 1864 in Centralia, IL. Mustered out on July 31, 1865 in Louisville, Kentucky. (On furlough at muster out.)

Wright, J. T.	Burial : Unknown	He served with the Union Army, during the Civil War. in Co. G, 48^th Pennsylvania Infantry.

Wright, James [Wight] Died : 6Jan1848 in Mexico	Burial : Unknown	Served in the US-Mexican War as a Private in Co. H of the 2^nd Regiment Illinois Foot Volunteers He enrolled at Nashville, Washington County James Wright (Wight) died on January 6, 1848, at Jalapa, Mexico.

Wright, James B. Born : About 1816 in Ohio	Burial : Unknown	James B. Wright, a married farmer from Nashville, Washington Co., IL. stood 5' 9" tall with dark hair, blue eyes and a dark complexion. Served in the Union Army, during the Civil War with Co. I, 49^th Illinois Infantry Enlisted on November 1, 1861 in Ashley, Washington Co., IL. Mustered in as a Private on December 31, 1862 at Camp Butler, IL. Discharged as disabled

Wright, William J. Born : 2Feb1829 in Kentucky Died : 21Mar1904 in Illinois	Burial : Union - Brick Cemetery Ashley Township Washington Co., IL	William Jefferson Wright, a farmer from Spring Garden, Jefferson Co., IL. son of Robert S. & Rachel (nee Davis) Wright stood 5' 8" tall with dark hair, blue eyes and a fair complexion. Served during the Civil War in the Union Army with Co. I, 60^th Illinois Infantry Enlisted as a Recruit on March 28, 1864 in Spring Garden, Jefferson Co., IL. Mustered in as a Private on April 17, 1864 in Centralia, IL. Transferred to Veterans Reserve Corps January 16, 1865 See : Biography

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