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RICHARD N. BROWN (deceased). The subject of this sketch was born in Ross County, Ohio, October 18, 1840. His parents were Thomas W. and Martha Brown, both natives of Ohio. From his yough up he engaged in agricultural pursuits. On March 7, 1865, in Pickaway County, he was united in marriage with Miss Marinda Yates, who was born in Pickaway County March 1, 1844, and is a daughter of John Yates (deceased), and Elizabeth Yates. Her mother at present resides with her in Pleasant Township. this union has been blessed with six children–Theodosia B., Ariel, Lina, Clement, Paul and Mary Y. In 1865, a short time after their marriage, Mr. and Mrs. Brown came to Pleasant Township and settled where she now resides in 1867. He possessed a sterling reputation, and a reliable business character. He departed this life on December 18, 1876, mourned alike by relatives and friends. In his demise, his wife and children lost a faithful husband and father, and Madison County one of her most worthy citizens. He left to his widow, who still resides at her splendid homestead in Pleasant Township, 500 acres of fine tillable land.
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