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Neosho County Journal, June 17, 1897
Robert Virgil Burnett
August 1, 1847 – June 14, 1897
The hand of death has again entered G.K. Warren Post G.A. R. of this city and taken from it one of its best members.
Virgil Burnett died at his home south of this city Monday afternoon of Bright's disease. Age 49 years, 10 months and 13 days.
Mr. Burnett was born in New Lebanon, Sullivan County, Indiana, August 1, 1847. There he grew up.
May 7, 1864 he enlisted in the 127 Indiana but served for a short time only. January 1, 1865 he again enlisted in the service of his country, this time in Co. G. 149 Indiana and served until September 27, 1865, when there was no further need of his services.
Returning home he was united in marriage to Miss Rebecca Dougherty, October 24, 1868.
Eight years later they came to Kansas located in Neosho county and resided within five miles of this city ever since.
Mr. Burnett was an active member of G.K. Warren Post, G.A.R., having joined August 21, 1886. He served two terms as officer of the day and was one of the most popular members of the post.
As a farmer Mr. Burnett was a success. He had crops when no one else did, and always managed his farm to an advantage. As a citizen he was liked by everyone and had as many friends as any man in this part of the country.
Mr. Burnett enjoyed good health until about one year ago when symptoms of Bright's disease made their appearance, but they did not give him much trouble until a few weeks ago when he became worse and gradually weakened until death came. Medical skill seemed to be of no avail. The disease had a firm grip on him and would not loosen it.
Mrs. Burnett and nine children survive him, one child being dead.
The funeral was held at Mentor, in West Lincoln, Tuesday afternoon and the remains were laid to rest in the family lot at South Mound, Kansas.
A large number of the members of G.K. Warren Post attended the funeral and took charge of the services. At the grave, the scene of the last sad rites, tears could be seen coursing down the cheeks of no small number of persons as the casket was being lowered into the grave, and there was a look of sadness on every face. One much beloved was gone forever.
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Resolutions of Condolence
Headquarters G.K. Warren Post No. 114
G.A.R. Department of Kansas
June 14, 1897
WHEREAS. The Supreme Commander has in his Infinite Wisdom Commanded the transfer of our esteemed Comrade Virgil Burnett, late of CO. G. 149 Reg. Indiana Vol. Infantry, from this Post to the Eternal camping ground beyond the River.
Therefore be it Resolved. That we fully realize that while we have lost an ever zealous faithful, energetic Comrade, our loss is but small as compared with that of the immediate family and while to them we have little but consolation to offer we earnestly commend them to the ever watchful care of Him who do'eth all things.
We further Resolved. That as our ranks are being rapidly depleted, we having been called to mourn the loss of four of our most respected comrades within the last year, we fully realize the necessity for those who are spared to stick the more closely together, and that we each renew our sacred pledge in the name of Friendship, Charity and Loyalty, to be more than ever zealous in the future in looking after the interest of the widows and orphans of those who fell in our holy cause, and that we cordially invite all honorably discharged U.S. soldiers or sailors living in our midst to unite with us and assist in the performance of these duties.
And be it further Resolved. That it is the intention of the members of this Post to so regulate our conduct that when the dread messenger shall present his final detail we may confidently expect to be greeted with those cheering welcome words, "well done good and faithful soldier enter thou in the joy of thy Lord."
Be it further Resolved. That the Post room be draped in Mourning for the period of thirty days as a token of respect to the Memory of our deceased Comrade, that these Resolutions be spread on the minutes of the Post and that a copy be presented to his bereaved family.
Frat. Submitted in F.C. & L.
Com. E. H. Crawford
C.C. Showalter
W.W. Morrow
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NOTE: All above information contributed by Great-Grandson & F.A.G. member, Dick Corbitt #47705524 on Aug. 26, 2013.
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AMERICAN CIVIL WAR SOLDIERS:
Name: Virgil Burnett
Residence: New Lebanon, Indiana
Enlistment Date: 15 Feb 1865
Side Served: Union
State Served: Indiana
Service Record: Enlisted as a Private on 15 February 1865. Enlisted in Company G, 149th Infantry Regiment Indiana on 15 Feb 1865. Mustered Out Company G, 149th Infantry Regiment Indiana on 27 Sep 1865 at Nashville, TN.
Rank In: Private
Rank Out: Private
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Neosho County Journal, June 17, 1897
Robert Virgil Burnett
August 1, 1847 – June 14, 1897
The hand of death has again entered G.K. Warren Post G.A. R. of this city and taken from it one of its best members.
Virgil Burnett died at his home south of this city Monday afternoon of Bright's disease. Age 49 years, 10 months and 13 days.
Mr. Burnett was born in New Lebanon, Sullivan County, Indiana, August 1, 1847. There he grew up.
May 7, 1864 he enlisted in the 127 Indiana but served for a short time only. January 1, 1865 he again enlisted in the service of his country, this time in Co. G. 149 Indiana and served until September 27, 1865, when there was no further need of his services.
Returning home he was united in marriage to Miss Rebecca Dougherty, October 24, 1868.
Eight years later they came to Kansas located in Neosho county and resided within five miles of this city ever since.
Mr. Burnett was an active member of G.K. Warren Post, G.A.R., having joined August 21, 1886. He served two terms as officer of the day and was one of the most popular members of the post.
As a farmer Mr. Burnett was a success. He had crops when no one else did, and always managed his farm to an advantage. As a citizen he was liked by everyone and had as many friends as any man in this part of the country.
Mr. Burnett enjoyed good health until about one year ago when symptoms of Bright's disease made their appearance, but they did not give him much trouble until a few weeks ago when he became worse and gradually weakened until death came. Medical skill seemed to be of no avail. The disease had a firm grip on him and would not loosen it.
Mrs. Burnett and nine children survive him, one child being dead.
The funeral was held at Mentor, in West Lincoln, Tuesday afternoon and the remains were laid to rest in the family lot at South Mound, Kansas.
A large number of the members of G.K. Warren Post attended the funeral and took charge of the services. At the grave, the scene of the last sad rites, tears could be seen coursing down the cheeks of no small number of persons as the casket was being lowered into the grave, and there was a look of sadness on every face. One much beloved was gone forever.
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Resolutions of Condolence
Headquarters G.K. Warren Post No. 114
G.A.R. Department of Kansas
June 14, 1897
WHEREAS. The Supreme Commander has in his Infinite Wisdom Commanded the transfer of our esteemed Comrade Virgil Burnett, late of CO. G. 149 Reg. Indiana Vol. Infantry, from this Post to the Eternal camping ground beyond the River.
Therefore be it Resolved. That we fully realize that while we have lost an ever zealous faithful, energetic Comrade, our loss is but small as compared with that of the immediate family and while to them we have little but consolation to offer we earnestly commend them to the ever watchful care of Him who do'eth all things.
We further Resolved. That as our ranks are being rapidly depleted, we having been called to mourn the loss of four of our most respected comrades within the last year, we fully realize the necessity for those who are spared to stick the more closely together, and that we each renew our sacred pledge in the name of Friendship, Charity and Loyalty, to be more than ever zealous in the future in looking after the interest of the widows and orphans of those who fell in our holy cause, and that we cordially invite all honorably discharged U.S. soldiers or sailors living in our midst to unite with us and assist in the performance of these duties.
And be it further Resolved. That it is the intention of the members of this Post to so regulate our conduct that when the dread messenger shall present his final detail we may confidently expect to be greeted with those cheering welcome words, "well done good and faithful soldier enter thou in the joy of thy Lord."
Be it further Resolved. That the Post room be draped in Mourning for the period of thirty days as a token of respect to the Memory of our deceased Comrade, that these Resolutions be spread on the minutes of the Post and that a copy be presented to his bereaved family.
Frat. Submitted in F.C. & L.
Com. E. H. Crawford
C.C. Showalter
W.W. Morrow
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NOTE: All above information contributed by Great-Grandson & F.A.G. member, Dick Corbitt #47705524 on Aug. 26, 2013.
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AMERICAN CIVIL WAR SOLDIERS:
Name: Virgil Burnett
Residence: New Lebanon, Indiana
Enlistment Date: 15 Feb 1865
Side Served: Union
State Served: Indiana
Service Record: Enlisted as a Private on 15 February 1865. Enlisted in Company G, 149th Infantry Regiment Indiana on 15 Feb 1865. Mustered Out Company G, 149th Infantry Regiment Indiana on 27 Sep 1865 at Nashville, TN.
Rank In: Private
Rank Out: Private
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Neosho County Journal, June 17, 1897
Robert Virgil Burnett
August 1, 1847 – June 14, 1897
The hand of death has again entered G.K. Warren Post G.A. R. of this city and taken from it one of its best members.
Virgil Burnett died at his home south of this city Monday afternoon of Bright's disease. Age 49 years, 10 months and 13 days.
Mr. Burnett was born in New Lebanon, Sullivan County, Indiana, August 1, 1847. There he grew up.
May 7, 1864 he enlisted in the 127 Indiana but served for a short time only. January 1, 1865 he again enlisted in the service of his country, this time in Co. G. 149 Indiana and served until September 27, 1865, when there was no further need of his services.
Returning home he was united in marriage to Miss Rebecca Dougherty, October 24, 1868.
Eight years later they came to Kansas located in Neosho county and resided within five miles of this city ever since.
Mr. Burnett was an active member of G.K. Warren Post, G.A.R., having joined August 21, 1886. He served two terms as officer of the day and was one of the most popular members of the post.
As a farmer Mr. Burnett was a success. He had crops when no one else did, and always managed his farm to an advantage. As a citizen he was liked by everyone and had as many friends as any man in this part of the country.
Mr. Burnett enjoyed good health until about one year ago when symptoms of Bright's disease made their appearance, but they did not give him much trouble until a few weeks ago when he became worse and gradually weakened until death came. Medical skill seemed to be of no avail. The disease had a firm grip on him and would not loosen it.
Mrs. Burnett and nine children survive him, one child being dead.
The funeral was held at Mentor, in West Lincoln, Tuesday afternoon and the remains were laid to rest in the family lot at South Mound, Kansas.
A large number of the members of G.K. Warren Post attended the funeral and took charge of the services. At the grave, the scene of the last sad rites, tears could be seen coursing down the cheeks of no small number of persons as the casket was being lowered into the grave, and there was a look of sadness on every face. One much beloved was gone forever.
_________________________
Resolutions of Condolence
Headquarters G.K. Warren Post No. 114
G.A.R. Department of Kansas
June 14, 1897
WHEREAS. The Supreme Commander has in his Infinite Wisdom Commanded the transfer of our esteemed Comrade Virgil Burnett, late of CO. G. 149 Reg. Indiana Vol. Infantry, from this Post to the Eternal camping ground beyond the River.
Therefore be it Resolved. That we fully realize that while we have lost an ever zealous faithful, energetic Comrade, our loss is but small as compared with that of the immediate family and while to them we have little but consolation to offer we earnestly commend them to the ever watchful care of Him who do'eth all things.
We further Resolved. That as our ranks are being rapidly depleted, we having been called to mourn the loss of four of our most respected comrades within the last year, we fully realize the necessity for those who are spared to stick the more closely together, and that we each renew our sacred pledge in the name of Friendship, Charity and Loyalty, to be more than ever zealous in the future in looking after the interest of the widows and orphans of those who fell in our holy cause, and that we cordially invite all honorably discharged U.S. soldiers or sailors living in our midst to unite with us and assist in the performance of these duties.
And be it further Resolved. That it is the intention of the members of this Post to so regulate our conduct that when the dread messenger shall present his final detail we may confidently expect to be greeted with those cheering welcome words, "well done good and faithful soldier enter thou in the joy of thy Lord."
Be it further Resolved. That the Post room be draped in Mourning for the period of thirty days as a token of respect to the Memory of our deceased Comrade, that these Resolutions be spread on the minutes of the Post and that a copy be presented to his bereaved family.
Frat. Submitted in F.C. & L.
Com. E. H. Crawford
C.C. Showalter
W.W. Morrow
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NOTE: All above information contributed by Great-Grandson & F.A.G. member, Dick Corbitt #47705524 on Aug. 26, 2013.
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AMERICAN CIVIL WAR SOLDIERS:
Name: Virgil Burnett
Residence: New Lebanon, Indiana
Enlistment Date: 15 Feb 1865
Side Served: Union
State Served: Indiana
Service Record: Enlisted as a Private on 15 February 1865. Enlisted in Company G, 149th Infantry Regiment Indiana on 15 Feb 1865. Mustered Out Company G, 149th Infantry Regiment Indiana on 27 Sep 1865 at Nashville, TN.
Rank In: Private
Rank Out: Private
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Neosho County Journal, June 17, 1897
Robert Virgil Burnett
August 1, 1847 – June 14, 1897
The hand of death has again entered G.K. Warren Post G.A. R. of this city and taken from it one of its best members.
Virgil Burnett died at his home south of this city Monday afternoon of Bright's disease. Age 49 years, 10 months and 13 days.
Mr. Burnett was born in New Lebanon, Sullivan County, Indiana, August 1, 1847. There he grew up.
May 7, 1864 he enlisted in the 127 Indiana but served for a short time only. January 1, 1865 he again enlisted in the service of his country, this time in Co. G. 149 Indiana and served until September 27, 1865, when there was no further need of his services.
Returning home he was united in marriage to Miss Rebecca Dougherty, October 24, 1868.
Eight years later they came to Kansas located in Neosho county and resided within five miles of this city ever since.
Mr. Burnett was an active member of G.K. Warren Post, G.A.R., having joined August 21, 1886. He served two terms as officer of the day and was one of the most popular members of the post.
As a farmer Mr. Burnett was a success. He had crops when no one else did, and always managed his farm to an advantage. As a citizen he was liked by everyone and had as many friends as any man in this part of the country.
Mr. Burnett enjoyed good health until about one year ago when symptoms of Bright's disease made their appearance, but they did not give him much trouble until a few weeks ago when he became worse and gradually weakened until death came. Medical skill seemed to be of no avail. The disease had a firm grip on him and would not loosen it.
Mrs. Burnett and nine children survive him, one child being dead.
The funeral was held at Mentor, in West Lincoln, Tuesday afternoon and the remains were laid to rest in the family lot at South Mound, Kansas.
A large number of the members of G.K. Warren Post attended the funeral and took charge of the services. At the grave, the scene of the last sad rites, tears could be seen coursing down the cheeks of no small number of persons as the casket was being lowered into the grave, and there was a look of sadness on every face. One much beloved was gone forever.
_________________________
Resolutions of Condolence
Headquarters G.K. Warren Post No. 114
G.A.R. Department of Kansas
June 14, 1897
WHEREAS. The Supreme Commander has in his Infinite Wisdom Commanded the transfer of our esteemed Comrade Virgil Burnett, late of CO. G. 149 Reg. Indiana Vol. Infantry, from this Post to the Eternal camping ground beyond the River.
Therefore be it Resolved. That we fully realize that while we have lost an ever zealous faithful, energetic Comrade, our loss is but small as compared with that of the immediate family and while to them we have little but consolation to offer we earnestly commend them to the ever watchful care of Him who do'eth all things.
We further Resolved. That as our ranks are being rapidly depleted, we having been called to mourn the loss of four of our most respected comrades within the last year, we fully realize the necessity for those who are spared to stick the more closely together, and that we each renew our sacred pledge in the name of Friendship, Charity and Loyalty, to be more than ever zealous in the future in looking after the interest of the widows and orphans of those who fell in our holy cause, and that we cordially invite all honorably discharged U.S. soldiers or sailors living in our midst to unite with us and assist in the performance of these duties.
And be it further Resolved. That it is the intention of the members of this Post to so regulate our conduct that when the dread messenger shall present his final detail we may confidently expect to be greeted with those cheering welcome words, "well done good and faithful soldier enter thou in the joy of thy Lord."
Be it further Resolved. That the Post room be draped in Mourning for the period of thirty days as a token of respect to the Memory of our deceased Comrade, that these Resolutions be spread on the minutes of the Post and that a copy be presented to his bereaved family.
Frat. Submitted in F.C. & L.
Com. E. H. Crawford
C.C. Showalter
W.W. Morrow
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NOTE: All above information contributed by Great-Grandson & F.A.G. member, Dick Corbitt #47705524 on Aug. 26, 2013.
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AMERICAN CIVIL WAR SOLDIERS:
Name: Virgil Burnett
Residence: New Lebanon, Indiana
Enlistment Date: 15 Feb 1865
Side Served: Union
State Served: Indiana
Service Record: Enlisted as a Private on 15 February 1865. Enlisted in Company G, 149th Infantry Regiment Indiana on 15 Feb 1865. Mustered Out Company G, 149th Infantry Regiment Indiana on 27 Sep 1865 at Nashville, TN.
Rank In: Private
Rank Out: Private
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