Comley, John

John Comley
Dec. 25, 1829-Feb. 15, 1888

Niles Republican, Thursday, February 16, 1888, page 5, col. 5, microfilm Niles District Library


    John Comley died at his home in this city yesterday afternoon, February 14, in the 59th year of his age, after a short illness, although he had been in failing health for some time.
    Mr. Comley belonged to one of the very oldest families in Niles. He was born in Jefferson county, Ohio, on the 25th of December, 1829, and was brought to this city by his parents when but ten months old, in October, 1830, nearly 58 years ago.  There were but few cabins in Niles at the time.  Mr. Comley was a genial pleasant man, and had many friends.  He leaves two sisters, Mrs. A.M. LaPierre and Miss Mary Comley.  His funeral will take place from his late home on Sunday afternoon at 2 o'clock.
Niles Mirror, Wednesday, February 22, 1888, page 5, col. 1, microfilm Niles District Library

    John Comley, one of the oldest residents of this city, died Feb. 15, afternoon at 3 o'clock, aged 59. He was born in Jefferson Co., Ohio, and was brought to this city with his parents when he was but 10 months old.  He is the last of a family of eight by two--Miss Mary Comley and Mrs. A.M. LaPierre.
Niles Democrat, Saturday, February 18, 1888, page 5, col. 2, microfilm Niles District Library

    John Comley died on Wednesday last, aged 58 years. He was brought to this country in October 1850 when but ten months old, and has resided here ever since.  He leaves two sister, Mrs. A.M. LaPierre and Miss Mary Comley. The funeral takes place on Sunday from his late home at 2 p.m.