Johnson Co., TX - Obits: Rev. James R. Patton
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Obituary

REV. JAMES R. PATTON

Rev. James R. Patton died at his residence in Johnson County, Texas. He had
suffered greatly since June 20th of typhoid fever which was accompanied with
inflamation of the lungs and bowels.

He was born in Claiborne, Mississippi, March 4, 1830. He departed this life
July 1, 1858.

He professed religion in his 19th year and began preaching in his 22nd year.
He soon afterwards removed to Texas where he devoted much of his time serving
the church.

He was married to Cassandra R. Holland, the daughter of George M. and L. M.
Holland, June 17, 1850. He leaves a wife and three children.
	(Galveston Christian Advocate reprinted in the Harrison Flag, Aug. 20, 1858)