DOOLEY, Marcus - Montgomery InGenWeb Project

Marcus A. Dooley one of Parke County's best known citizens died at the home of his sister, Mrs. Richard Farmer of Ellsworth on Sept 1 of typhoid fever. Mr. Dooley was born in Parke County Aprl 8, 1837. In 1860 he united in marriage with Miss Lydia Rusk of Terre Haute. To this union were born 7 children, six survive their father. Mr. Dooley resided at his country home at until (sic) 7 years ago when he was called to Ellsworth to assist in caring for his aged father and mother. His father preceded him tot he better land 3 years ago but his mother is still living aged 88. Mr. Dooley lay ill two weeks and death was not unexpected. He tol dhis children the end was near and he was prepared. His children are Mrs. Clara Reeser; Mrs. Eva Crooks; Will Dooley, Frank Dooley, Mrs. Jennie Harshbarger and George Dooley. The funeral was conducted at the home of Rev. Rippetoe and the remains laid to rest in Crown Hill Cemetery.