Sarah Sackett
Father | Elijah Sackett (1751-1837) |
Mother | Catharine Gibson (1760-1830) |
Sarah Sackett, daughter of Elijah Sackett and Catharine Gibson, was born in PennsylvaniaG in 1780.1,2 She died aged about 73 in OhioG on 2 August 18531 and was buried at Woods-Reed Cemetery, Milford Center, Union County, OhioG.3 She married as his second wife in 1818, Richard Gabriel.1 Richard was born in MarylandG on 10 February 1780.2,4 He died aged 90 on 13 May 1870 and was buried at Milford Center CemeteryG.3
In 1850 Sarah was living in Union, Union County, OhioG, in the household of her husband Richard, 70, a farmer, and was recorded in the census as Sarah Gabriel, aged 70. Also in the household were Josiah Gabriel, 42, and Ruth Gabriel, 40, Richard's children by his first wife Margaret who had died in 1813.5
In 1850 Sarah was living in Union, Union County, OhioG, in the household of her husband Richard, 70, a farmer, and was recorded in the census as Sarah Gabriel, aged 70. Also in the household were Josiah Gabriel, 42, and Ruth Gabriel, 40, Richard's children by his first wife Margaret who had died in 1813.5
Children of Sarah Sackett and Richard Gabriel
- James Gabriel b. 1818, d. 1888
- Eli Gabriel b. 1820, d. 1848
- Mary Gabriel b. 1822, d. 1847
740. Sarah Sackett, 1780–1853, daughter of (281) Elijah and Sarah Gibson* Sackett, was married, in 1818, to Richard Gabriel. In 1800 they settled near Milford Centre, Union County, Ohio, where Mr. Gabriel built the first brick dwelling erected in Union County. In 1905 this house, though uninhabited, was yet standing.
Children.
1801. James Gabriel, b. in 1818, d. in 1888; m. Rebecca Swartz.
1802. Eli Gabriel, b. in 1820, d. in 1848, unmarried.
1803. Mary Gabriel, b. in 1822, d. in 1847; m. S. Jago.
1802. Eli Gabriel, b. in 1820, d. in 1848, unmarried.
1803. Mary Gabriel, b. in 1822, d. in 1847; m. S. Jago.
*Error for Catherine Gibson.
Sackett line | Granddaughter of Thomas Sackett of Hopewell |
Notes & Citations
- Charles Weygant, The Sacketts of America, "740. Sarah Sackett, b. in year 1780; m. Richard Gabriel."
- Census.
- Find a Grave.
- Gravestone.
- 1850 United States Federal Census, Roll 736, p 98a
Union, Union, Ohio
Gabriel, Richard, 70, farmer, real estate $5,800, b. MD
Gabriel, Sarah, 70, b. PA
Gabriel, Josiah, 42, b. OH
Gabriel, Ruth, 40, b. OH.
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Ann Sackett
Father | Elijah Sackett (1751-1837) |
Mother | Catharine Gibson (1760-1830) |
Ann Sackett, daughter of Elijah Sackett and Catharine Gibson, was born in 1781.1 She married ___ Hughes.1 The only record found for Ann Sackett is that in The Sacketts of America.
Sackett line | Granddaughter of Thomas Sackett of Hopewell |
Notes & Citations
- Charles Weygant, The Sacketts of America, "741. Ann Sackett, b. in year 1781; m. ___ Hughes."
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Milton H Sackett
Father | Elijah Sackett (1751-1837) |
Mother | Catharine Gibson (1760-1830) |
Milton H Sackett, of Orange Township, Delaware County, Ohio, son of Elijah Sackett and Catharine Gibson, was born probably in PennsylvaniaG on 19 March 1783.1,2 He died aged 65 in Orange TownshipG on 22 February 18491 and was buried at the Africa Cemetery, Lewis Center, Delaware CountyG.2 He married first in Williamsport, Washington County, MarylandG, on 10 December 1806, Anna Sterret.1,3 She died in Orange TownshipG in 1816.5 He married second in New Boston, Hillsborough County, New HampshireG, on 24 June 1827, Sally Ferson, daughter of James Ferson and Mary McNeill.4 Sally was born in New BostonG on 13 September 1788.5,6 She died aged about 60 in Orange TownshipG in 18495 and was buried at the Africa CemeteryG.2
Milton was listed in the 1820 census as a householder in Williamsport, Washington County, MarylandG.7
Milton was one of four founding elders of the Presbyterian Church of Berlin, Delaware County, OhioG, in 1828.8
Milton was listed in the 1830 and 1840 censuses as a householder in Orange, Delaware County, OhioG.9,10
Milton was listed in the 1820 census as a householder in Williamsport, Washington County, MarylandG.7
Milton was one of four founding elders of the Presbyterian Church of Berlin, Delaware County, OhioG, in 1828.8
Milton was listed in the 1830 and 1840 censuses as a householder in Orange, Delaware County, OhioG.9,10
Children of Milton H Sackett and Anna Sterret
- Catherine Sackett b. c 1808, d. c 1862
- Elijah Sackett b. 1810, d. 1829
- Rev Milton Augustine Sackett+ b. 24 Feb 1813, d. 21 Aug 1896
Child of Milton H Sackett and Sally Ferson
- James Ferson Sackett+ b. 9 Oct 1830, d. 4 Jun 1917
742. Milton H. Sackett, 1783–1849, son of (281) Elijah and Catherine Gibson Sackett, was married at Williamsport, Md., in 1806, to Ann Sterritt, who died in 1816. Prior to 1829 he was married at New Boston, N. H., to his second wife, Sarah Ferson, 1788–1849. Their home from 1815 to the end of their lives was in Orange Township, Delaware County, Ohio.
Children.
1804. Catherine Sackett, b. in 1808, d. in 1862; m. E. Thompson.
1805. Elijah Sackett, b. in 1810, d. in 1829; unmarried.
1806. Milton A. Sackett, b. in 1813, d. in 1896; m. Susan P. Hoge.
1807. James F. Sackett, b. in 1830; m. Elisabeth Havens.
1805. Elijah Sackett, b. in 1810, d. in 1829; unmarried.
1806. Milton A. Sackett, b. in 1813, d. in 1896; m. Susan P. Hoge.
1807. James F. Sackett, b. in 1830; m. Elisabeth Havens.
p 464
At an early time an organisation of a Presbyterian church in Berkshire was called the Berkshire and Kingston Church, with a constituency extending from Kingston to Orange, and this continued to be the center of this denominational influence until 1828, the year of the great revival, when that part of the church south of Berkshire was set off and formed into the Presbyterian Church of Berlin. Among the number set off there were four elders, John Roloson, Paul Ferson, Milton Sackett, and Stephen Chandler. These composed the session of the new church, which at once proceeded to build a place of worship. The building is situated just south of Cheshire, and is a neat frame building, which cost some $700.
p 467
Spelling-schools and singing-schools were engaged in at that time [about 1826] with far more zest than has come down with those institutions to us. And in the part not laid down in the programme—the going home with the girls—there was a zest which shows itself in the very stories of the time. Milton Sackett relates an incident which pictures forth the society of the day in a vivid manner. As is often the case nowadays, two boys had their hearts and attentions set upon one girl, and both proposed to himself to escort her home. While one of the contestants was lighting his torch of hickory at the old block-house fire-place, his rival, who had been quicker than he, just placed his torch in close proximity with the other's coat-tail. Of course there was a sudden hurrying about to extinguish the blazing coat-tail, but, in the mean while, the shrewd incendiary had gone off with the girl, leaving his rival to grieve over the lacerated state of his feelings, as well as that of his coat-tail.
—History of Delaware County, Ohio, O L Baskin & Co, Chicago (1880), digital image, Internet Archive (archive.org.)
Sackett line | Grandson of Thomas Sackett of Hopewell |
Notes & Citations
- Charles Weygant, The Sacketts of America, "742. Milton H. Sackett, b. Mar. 19, 1783, d. Feb. 22, 1849; m. Anna Sterret."
- Find a Grave.
- "Maryland, Compiled Marriages, 1655–1850" (Ancestry transcript), "10 Dec 1806, Mileton [sic] Sackett, & Ann Sterrett, Washington County."
- Sackett database.
- Charles Weygant, The Sacketts of America.
- "New Hampshire, Births and Christenings Index, 1714–1904" (Ancestry transcript), "Sally Ferson, b. New Boston, Hillsborough, New Hampshire, 13 Sep 1788, d. of James Ferson & Mary McNeill."
- 1820 United States census, "Milton H Sackett, Williamsport, Washington County, Maryland, 1 male under 10, 1 male 10-15, 5 males 26-44, 1 female 10-15, 1 other free person, 7 slaves, total 16."
- History of Delaware County, Ohio, O L Baskin & Co, Chicago (1880), digital image, Internet Archive (archive.org).
- 1830 United States census, "Milton H Sacket, Orange, Delaware County, Ohio, 1 male 10-14, 1 male 15-19, 1 male 40-49, 1 female 5-9, 1 female 30-39, total 5."
- 1840 United States census, "Milton H Sacket, Orange, Delaware County, Ohio, 1 male 10-14, 1 male 20-29, 1 male 50-59, 1 female 40-49, total 4."
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Guy Sackett
Father | Elijah Sackett (1751-1837) |
Mother | Catharine Gibson (1760-1830) |
Guy Sackett, son of Elijah Sackett and Catharine Gibson, was born in PennsylvaniaG on 24 October 1784.1,2,3 He died aged 71 in Delaware County, OhioG, on 6 December 18551 and was buried at Cheshire Cemetery, Berlin, Delaware CountyG.6,7,8 He married about 1808, Nancy Duncan.1,4,5 Nancy was born in IrelandG about 1782.3 She died aged about 73 on 11 April 1855 and was buried at Cheshire Cemetery, BerlinG.6
Guy was listed in the 1810 census as a householder in Nottingham, Washington County, PennsylvaniaG.9 In 1820, 1830 and 1840 he was a householder in Berlin, Delaware County, OhioG.10,11,12
In 1850 he was living in Berlin, Delaware CountyG, and was recorded as Guy Sackett, a farmer, aged 66 and born in Pennsylvania. His wife Nancy, 68, was living with him. Also in the household was Sarah Duncan, 43, probably Nancy's daughter from a previous marriage.13
Guy made his will in Berlin, Delaware CountyG, on 9 July 1855. He left his estate in one-fifth shares to his sons, Elijah, Milton, and Augustine, with most of son Robert's share going to Robert's daughter Flora. The fifth share was to go to Sarah Duncan "who has resided in my family for a number of years". Sarah Duncan was probably Guy's stepdaughter, a daughter of his wife Nancy by a previous marriage. A sale of Guy's personal estate, including livestock, realised $772 which, after deduction of expenses, was duly paid to the beneficiaries in one-fifth shares of $114.85 on 15 April 1857.14
Guy's will
Guy was listed in the 1810 census as a householder in Nottingham, Washington County, PennsylvaniaG.9 In 1820, 1830 and 1840 he was a householder in Berlin, Delaware County, OhioG.10,11,12
In 1850 he was living in Berlin, Delaware CountyG, and was recorded as Guy Sackett, a farmer, aged 66 and born in Pennsylvania. His wife Nancy, 68, was living with him. Also in the household was Sarah Duncan, 43, probably Nancy's daughter from a previous marriage.13
Guy made his will in Berlin, Delaware CountyG, on 9 July 1855. He left his estate in one-fifth shares to his sons, Elijah, Milton, and Augustine, with most of son Robert's share going to Robert's daughter Flora. The fifth share was to go to Sarah Duncan "who has resided in my family for a number of years". Sarah Duncan was probably Guy's stepdaughter, a daughter of his wife Nancy by a previous marriage. A sale of Guy's personal estate, including livestock, realised $772 which, after deduction of expenses, was duly paid to the beneficiaries in one-fifth shares of $114.85 on 15 April 1857.14
Guy's will
Abstract of Will of Guy Sackett of Berlin Township, Delaware County, Ohio.
Date: 9 Jul 1855.
Proved: 10 Dec 1855.
Beneficiaries:
Sons Elijah G Sackett, Milton H Sackett, Augustine Sackett, one-fifth each of real & personal estate.
Sarah Duncan who has resided in my family for a number of years, one-fifth of all estate.
Son Robert D Sackett, $10.
Flora B Sackett, dau of Robert D Sackett, one-fifth of all estate less $10.
Executors: Son Augustine & Henry J Eaton.
Witnesses: Jas W Crawford, James Aigin, James Eaton.
Date: 9 Jul 1855.
Proved: 10 Dec 1855.
Beneficiaries:
Sons Elijah G Sackett, Milton H Sackett, Augustine Sackett, one-fifth each of real & personal estate.
Sarah Duncan who has resided in my family for a number of years, one-fifth of all estate.
Son Robert D Sackett, $10.
Flora B Sackett, dau of Robert D Sackett, one-fifth of all estate less $10.
Executors: Son Augustine & Henry J Eaton.
Witnesses: Jas W Crawford, James Aigin, James Eaton.
Children of Guy Sackett and Nancy Duncan
- Elijah Gibson Sackett+ b. 19 May 1809, d. 5 Jul 1881
- Milton H Sackett+ b. 6 Aug 1810, d. 8 Nov 1892
- Robert Sackett b. 1811
- Augustine Sackett+ b. 1813, d. 13 Sep 1862
743. Guy Sackett, 1784–1853, of Delaware County, Ohio, son of (281) Elijah and Catherine Gibson Sackett, was married about 1805 to Sarah Dunkan.
Children:
1808. Robert Sackett.
1809. Milton Sackett.
1810. Elijah G. Sackett, b. in June, 1809, d. July 5, 1881, married Malinda Lee.
1811. Augustus Sackett, b. in 1813, d. Sept. 13, 1862; m. Mary E. Garye.
1809. Milton Sackett.
1810. Elijah G. Sackett, b. in June, 1809, d. July 5, 1881, married Malinda Lee.
1811. Augustus Sackett, b. in 1813, d. Sept. 13, 1862; m. Mary E. Garye.
Sackett line | Grandson of Thomas Sackett of Hopewell |
Notes & Citations
- Charles Weygant, The Sacketts of America, "743. Guy Sackett, b. in year 1784; m. Sarah Duncan."
- Date of birth based on age at death.
- Census.
- Date of marriage based on birth of first child.
- The 1850 census indicates that Guy's wife was Nancy, not Sarah as stated in The Sacketts of America.
- Find a Grave.
- Gravestone, "Guy Sackett/ died/ Dec. 6, 1855/ aged 71 ys 1 mo/ & 12 ds."
- "Web: Delaware County, Ohio, U.S., Burial Index, 1784-2011" (Ancestry transcript), "Guy Sackett, b. 1784, d. 6 Dec 1855, bur. Berlin-Cheshire Cemetery, Delaware, Ohio."
- 1810 United States census, "Guy Sacket, Nottingham, Washington County, Pennsylvania, 2 males under 10, 1 male 26-44, 1 female 26-44, total 4."
- 1820 United States census, "Guy Sacket, Berlin, Delaware County, Ohio, 2 males under 10, 1 male 26-44, 1 female under 10, 1 female 26-44, total 5."
- 1830 United States census, "Guy Sacket, Berlin, Delaware County, Ohio, 2 males 10-14, 2 males 15-19, 1 male 40-49, 1 female 10-14, 1 female 40-49, total 7."
- 1840 United States census, "Guy Sacket, Berlin, Delaware County, Ohio, 1 male 10-14, 1 male 50-59, 1 female 15-19, 1 female 50-59, total 4."
- 1850 United States Federal Census, Roll 675, p 244a
Berlin, Delaware, Ohio
Sackett, Guy, 66, farmer, real estate $1,000, b. PA
Sackett, Nancy, 68, b. Ireland
Duncan, Sarah, 43, b. PA
Vining, Roxana, 10, b. OH
Vining, Reuben, 10, b. OH
Vining, Flora R, 3, b. OH
Bartlet, Moses, 18, b. OH. - "Ohio, Wills and Probate Records, 1786–1998" (Ancestry image).
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Augustine Sackett
Father | Elijah Sackett (1751-1837) |
Mother | Catharine Gibson (1760-1830) |
Augustine Sackett, also known as Augustus, son of Elijah Sackett and Catharine Gibson, was born in PennsylvaniaG in 1786.1,2 He died aged about 71 in 1857.1 He married in Fairfield County, OhioG, on 4 May 1819, Martha Lusk.1,3 Martha was born in PennsylvaniaG on 4 April 1798.2,4 She died aged 74 in Brown, Delaware County, OhioG, on 26 June 1872.5
Augustine was listed in the 1820 census as a householder in Peru, Delaware County, OhioG.6 In 1830 he was a householder in Berlin, Delaware CountyG.7 In 1840 he was a householder in Brown, Delaware CountyG.8
In 1850 Augustine was living in Brown, Delaware CountyG, and was recorded in the census as Augustus Sacket, a farmer, aged 64 and born in Pennsylvania. Living with him were his wife Martha, 52, and their son Elijah, 22.9
In 1860 Augustine's widow Martha was living in BrownG in the household of her son Elijah and daughter-in-law Nancy, and was recorded in the census as Martha Sackett, aged 62. Also in the household were Martha's daughter Rachael with her husband John Strain and their two daughters.10
Augustine was listed in the 1820 census as a householder in Peru, Delaware County, OhioG.6 In 1830 he was a householder in Berlin, Delaware CountyG.7 In 1840 he was a householder in Brown, Delaware CountyG.8
In 1850 Augustine was living in Brown, Delaware CountyG, and was recorded in the census as Augustus Sacket, a farmer, aged 64 and born in Pennsylvania. Living with him were his wife Martha, 52, and their son Elijah, 22.9
In 1860 Augustine's widow Martha was living in BrownG in the household of her son Elijah and daughter-in-law Nancy, and was recorded in the census as Martha Sackett, aged 62. Also in the household were Martha's daughter Rachael with her husband John Strain and their two daughters.10
Children of Augustine Sackett and Martha Lusk
- Martha Sackett
- Milton Sackett b. c 1820
- Isaac Sackett b. c 1824
- Rachel Sackett+ b. 1826
- Elijah Sackett+ b. 9 May 1828, d. 12 Nov 1911
744. Augustine Sackett, 1786-1857, of Delaware, Ohio, son of (281) Elijah and Catherine Gibson Sackett, was married to Martha Lusk, of Lancaster, Ohio.
Children.
1812. Milton Sackett, b. in 1820; m. Rachel Wiley.
1813. Isaac Sackett, b. in 1824; m. Lydia A Ferguson.
1814. Rachel Sackett, b. in 1826; m. John Strain.
1815. Elijah Sackett, b. in 1828; m. Nancy Hendren.
1816. Martha Sackett, died in childhood.
1813. Isaac Sackett, b. in 1824; m. Lydia A Ferguson.
1814. Rachel Sackett, b. in 1826; m. John Strain.
1815. Elijah Sackett, b. in 1828; m. Nancy Hendren.
1816. Martha Sackett, died in childhood.
Sackett line | Grandson of Thomas Sackett of Hopewell |
Notes & Citations
- Charles Weygant, The Sacketts of America, "744. Augustine Sackett, b. in year 1786; m. Martha Lusk."
- Census.
- "Ohio, County Marriage Records, 1774–1993" (Ancestry image), "4 May 1819, Fairfield, Ohio, Augustus Sackett and Martha Lusk. By John B Whittlesey MG."
- Death record.
- "Ohio, County Death Records, 1840–2001" (FamilySearch image), "Martha Sackett, 74-2-22, b. Penn., widowed, d. Brown, Delaware, Ohio, 26 Jun 1872."
- 1820 United States census, "Augustine Sacket, Peru, Delaware County, Ohio, 1 male under 10, 1 male 26-44, 1 female 16-25, total 3."
- 1830 United States census, "Gustin Sacket, Berlin, Delaware County, Ohio, 1 male under 5, 2 males 5-9, 1 male 40-49, 1 female under 5, 1 female 20-29, total 6."
- 1840 United States census, "Augustin Sacket, Brown, Delaware County, Ohio, 1 male 10-14, 2 males 15-19, 1 male 50-59, 2 females 10-14, 1 female 40-49, total 7."
- 1850 United States Federal Census, Roll 675, p 305a
Brown, Delaware, Ohio
Sacket, Augustus, 64, farmer, real estate $2,760, b. PA
Sacket, Martha, 52, b. PA
Sacket, Elijah, 22, farmer, b. OH. - 1860 United States Federal Census, Roll M653_957FHL Film 803957, p 44
Brown, Delaware, Ohio
Sackett, Elijah, 32, farmer, real estate $2,500, personal estate $525, b. OH
Sackett, Nancy, 30, b. OH
Sackett, Martha, 62, b. PA
Stane, John, 35, farmer, real estate $2,180, personal estate $439, b. VA
Stane, Rachael, 34, b. OH
Stane, Susanna, 9, b. OH
Stane, Martha, 2, b. OH
Gillett, Ele, 26, b. OH
Hubbell, Hiram, 31, farmer, personal estate $700, b. OH.
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Lavina Sackett
Father | Elijah Sackett (1751-1837) |
Mother | Catharine Gibson (1760-1830) |
Lavina Sackett, daughter of Elijah Sackett and Catharine Gibson, was born in PennsylvaniaG on 26 September 1787.1,2 She died aged 75 in Delaware County, OhioG, on 10 August 1863 and was buried at Oak Grove Cemetery, Delaware, Delaware CountyG.2,3 She married on 28 September 1815, John Slack.1,2 John was born in PennsylvaniaG on 5 November 1791.2,4 He died aged 72 in Delaware, OhioG, on 16 March 1864 and was buried at Oak Grove Cemetery, DelawareG.2,3
In 1850 Lavina was living in Brown, Delaware County, OhioG, in the household of her husband John Slack, 57, and was recorded in the census as Lovina Slack, aged 63. Living with them were their children, Elijah, 28, Milla, 21, and Ashmetia, aged 20.5
In 1860 she was living in BrownG in the household of her husband John Slack, 68, a farmer, and was recorded as Levina Slack, aged 72.6
In 1850 Lavina was living in Brown, Delaware County, OhioG, in the household of her husband John Slack, 57, and was recorded in the census as Lovina Slack, aged 63. Living with them were their children, Elijah, 28, Milla, 21, and Ashmetia, aged 20.5
In 1860 she was living in BrownG in the household of her husband John Slack, 68, a farmer, and was recorded as Levina Slack, aged 72.6
Children of Lavina Sackett and John Slack
- John S Slack b. 22 Jul 1816, d. 1817
- Lydia Ann Lavenia Slack b. 1817, d. 1880
- Catherine Holmes Slack b. 26 Apr 1820, d. 16 Oct 1907
- Elijah Heward Slack b. 18 Mar 1822, d. 17 Aug 1902
- John Brown Slack b. 9 Dec 1825, d. 13 Sep 1900
- David H Slack b. 1827
- Milla W Slack b. 5 Jun 1828
- Ashmetia Slack b. 8 Apr 1830
Sackett line | Granddaughter of Thomas Sackett of Hopewell |
Notes & Citations
- Charles Weygant, The Sacketts of America, "745. Lavina Sackett, b. in year 1787; m. John Slack."
- Research by Mildred Thomas.
- Find a Grave.
- Census.
- 1850 United States Federal Census, Roll 675, p 304a
Brown, Delaware County, Ohio
Slack, John, 57, b. PA
Slack, Lovina, 63, b. MA
Slack, Elijah H, 28, b. OH
Slack, Milla W, 21, b. OH
Slack, Ashmetia, 20, b. OH. - 1860 United States Federal Census, Roll M653_957, p 57, FHL film 803957
Brown, Delaware County, Ohio
Slack, John, 68, farmer, real estate $2000, personal estate $225, b. PA
Slack, Levina, 72, b. PA.
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Lydia Sackett
Father | Elijah Sackett (1751-1837) |
Mother | Catharine Gibson (1760-1830) |
Lydia Sackett, daughter of Elijah Sackett and Catharine Gibson, was born in PennsylvaniaG on 26 September 1787.1 She died aged about 26 in Delaware, Delaware County, OhioG, in 1814 and was buried at Liberty Cemetery, DelawareG.2
Lydia—a love story
Lydia—a love story
Mystery grave remains in ill-fated love story of 1800s
By Nicolle Gomez
ThisWeek Staff Writer
The search for Lydia Sackett’s final resting place is an enduring tale that defies time and piques the interest of those who hear the ill-fated love story involving one of Liberty Township’s early settlers.
There’s even a song written about Lydia. Singer and songwriter Beckie Boger worked for Liberty Presbyterian Church for 10 years as the music director. She said she learned of Lydia’s story from church members and those who worked with her.
Lydia Sackett was the sweetheart of John Flanagan Cellar. Cellar’s family was one of the earliest pioneer families settling in what is now Liberty Township.
Before they could be married, Lydia died. She is buried somewhere in the Liberty Presbyterian Church cemetery at Home Road and state Route 315.
Both Lydia and John courted until he was called to serve in the War of 1812. According to local historians, John promised to return and marry his sweetheart.
Upon his return, he found Lydia on her deathbed. Historical accounts indicate she died from a fever, probably whooping cough.
Distraught by his loss, John asked Lydia’s father, Thomas, for permission to bury her on land John was to inherit from his father.
"John obtained permission from her father to bury her just west of the Olentangy on a beautiful rise in a grove of oaks, by what was known as Sulphur Springs Road. It became the first grave site at the Liberty Presbyterian Church," wrote David A. Redding in a book documenting the beginnings of the church.
Two years later, Thomas Cellar, John’s father, was buried in the same grove by the river close to where Lydia lies.
According to a book written by Harriet Frye titled, "Liberty Presbyterian Church: And The Liberty Community," legend has it that several other pioneer families buried their dead there. In 1820, when the people wanted to build a meeting house, they gave the ground where his sweetheart and father laid and the accompanying land for a church and churchyard.
Frye writes that the deed to the land was recorded in the courthouse in 1855.
John later married Elizabeth Dunlap and had no children; when Elizabeth died, John married Lucy Wilson and had seven children.
Whether it is history or legend, many like Boger say that the church was built in the memory and honor of Lydia.
"This is an amazing area—holy ground. John Cellar’s gift of the church is a gift that keeps on giving. Look at the rich history the area and the church have," said Boger.
Boger added, "Lydia’s story is one that draws people to ask questions about the mystery surrounding her life and death; it draws people to the church."
No one knows for sure where in the cemetery Lydia is buried. If there once was a tombstone, it is now gone. Lydia is not accounted for in any cemetery plot or in history books in the area.
John Flanagan Cellar died at age 87 in 1875. He’s buried in the same cemetery alongside his two wives.
According to those who have heard the story, they believe that John and Lydia are finally together.
"It’s sad, their time on earth together was cut short, they were finally united in death," said Judi Brozek, a local history buff.
In those days, families were buried together, so it's odd that a sweetheart was placed in what is now a family plot, said Brozek.
"The interest in finding Lydia's plot would make her a real person that lived, who was loved and who loved others," said Brozek.
Boger agrees.
"It’s a wonderful story that has real roots in our community," she said.
Boger said she feels she was meant to put their story in a song, called "Where Lydia Lies." While driving along the Olentangy River, on her way to the church, some of the lyrics popped into her head.
It was the fastest song she's written in her musical career, she said. The tune is performed by the band Stark Raven—of which Boger is a member—on its CD "Stark Raven." It can be purchased at the Border’s bookstore on Kenney Road or at amazon.com.
Where Lydia Lies
Song lyrics by Beckie Boger
Verse 1:
John Flannigan was a passionate man,
born to this earth with a plow in his hands.
Lydia Sackett was every man’s dream.
Johnny loved Lydia forever, it seemed.
It was 18 and 12 when the bugle call came,
so Johnny marched off while his Lydia waved.
It was two years before he could see her again,
hoping and praying she'd waited for him.
Verse 2:
Lydia lingered 'til Johnny marched home.
Full of the fever, she died in his arms.
So Johnny gave Lydia back to the earth,
never to marry the light of his world.
With a rifle and knife he had fought for the cause;
now he would build with a hammer and saw.
In the shade of some oaks by an Indian trail,
he built his sweetheart a church in the vale.
Chorus:
Where Lydia lies, no cannon ball flies.
The sun always shines in the baby blue skies.
Where Lydia lies, the soul never dies.
Johnny won't cry, in the sweet by and by,
Where Lydia lies.
Verse 3:
Many years later the legacy stands
a little white church and the love of one man.
Out in the graveyard, carved in an oak,
"Johnny loves Lydia forever and ever" he wrote.
—Find a Grave image, posted by CJClark, from The Olentangy This Week News, Delaware County, Ohio, 31 Oct 2002
By Nicolle Gomez
ThisWeek Staff Writer
The search for Lydia Sackett’s final resting place is an enduring tale that defies time and piques the interest of those who hear the ill-fated love story involving one of Liberty Township’s early settlers.
There’s even a song written about Lydia. Singer and songwriter Beckie Boger worked for Liberty Presbyterian Church for 10 years as the music director. She said she learned of Lydia’s story from church members and those who worked with her.
Lydia Sackett was the sweetheart of John Flanagan Cellar. Cellar’s family was one of the earliest pioneer families settling in what is now Liberty Township.
Before they could be married, Lydia died. She is buried somewhere in the Liberty Presbyterian Church cemetery at Home Road and state Route 315.
Both Lydia and John courted until he was called to serve in the War of 1812. According to local historians, John promised to return and marry his sweetheart.
Upon his return, he found Lydia on her deathbed. Historical accounts indicate she died from a fever, probably whooping cough.
Distraught by his loss, John asked Lydia’s father, Thomas, for permission to bury her on land John was to inherit from his father.
"John obtained permission from her father to bury her just west of the Olentangy on a beautiful rise in a grove of oaks, by what was known as Sulphur Springs Road. It became the first grave site at the Liberty Presbyterian Church," wrote David A. Redding in a book documenting the beginnings of the church.
Two years later, Thomas Cellar, John’s father, was buried in the same grove by the river close to where Lydia lies.
According to a book written by Harriet Frye titled, "Liberty Presbyterian Church: And The Liberty Community," legend has it that several other pioneer families buried their dead there. In 1820, when the people wanted to build a meeting house, they gave the ground where his sweetheart and father laid and the accompanying land for a church and churchyard.
Frye writes that the deed to the land was recorded in the courthouse in 1855.
John later married Elizabeth Dunlap and had no children; when Elizabeth died, John married Lucy Wilson and had seven children.
Whether it is history or legend, many like Boger say that the church was built in the memory and honor of Lydia.
"This is an amazing area—holy ground. John Cellar’s gift of the church is a gift that keeps on giving. Look at the rich history the area and the church have," said Boger.
Boger added, "Lydia’s story is one that draws people to ask questions about the mystery surrounding her life and death; it draws people to the church."
No one knows for sure where in the cemetery Lydia is buried. If there once was a tombstone, it is now gone. Lydia is not accounted for in any cemetery plot or in history books in the area.
John Flanagan Cellar died at age 87 in 1875. He’s buried in the same cemetery alongside his two wives.
According to those who have heard the story, they believe that John and Lydia are finally together.
"It’s sad, their time on earth together was cut short, they were finally united in death," said Judi Brozek, a local history buff.
In those days, families were buried together, so it's odd that a sweetheart was placed in what is now a family plot, said Brozek.
"The interest in finding Lydia's plot would make her a real person that lived, who was loved and who loved others," said Brozek.
Boger agrees.
"It’s a wonderful story that has real roots in our community," she said.
Boger said she feels she was meant to put their story in a song, called "Where Lydia Lies." While driving along the Olentangy River, on her way to the church, some of the lyrics popped into her head.
It was the fastest song she's written in her musical career, she said. The tune is performed by the band Stark Raven—of which Boger is a member—on its CD "Stark Raven." It can be purchased at the Border’s bookstore on Kenney Road or at amazon.com.
Where Lydia Lies
Song lyrics by Beckie Boger
Verse 1:
John Flannigan was a passionate man,
born to this earth with a plow in his hands.
Lydia Sackett was every man’s dream.
Johnny loved Lydia forever, it seemed.
It was 18 and 12 when the bugle call came,
so Johnny marched off while his Lydia waved.
It was two years before he could see her again,
hoping and praying she'd waited for him.
Verse 2:
Lydia lingered 'til Johnny marched home.
Full of the fever, she died in his arms.
So Johnny gave Lydia back to the earth,
never to marry the light of his world.
With a rifle and knife he had fought for the cause;
now he would build with a hammer and saw.
In the shade of some oaks by an Indian trail,
he built his sweetheart a church in the vale.
Chorus:
Where Lydia lies, no cannon ball flies.
The sun always shines in the baby blue skies.
Where Lydia lies, the soul never dies.
Johnny won't cry, in the sweet by and by,
Where Lydia lies.
Verse 3:
Many years later the legacy stands
a little white church and the love of one man.
Out in the graveyard, carved in an oak,
"Johnny loves Lydia forever and ever" he wrote.
—Find a Grave image, posted by CJClark, from The Olentangy This Week News, Delaware County, Ohio, 31 Oct 2002
Sackett line | Granddaughter of Thomas Sackett of Hopewell |
Notes & Citations
- Charles Weygant, The Sacketts of America, "746. Lydia Sackett, b. in year 1787; d. unmarried."
- Find a Grave.
Charts | Line 3a (American) |
Generation.Tree | 7O.3 |
Last Edited | 27 May 2025 |
Research Status | Completed |
Rachel Sackett
Father | Elijah Sackett (1751-1837) |
Mother | Catharine Gibson (1760-1830) |
Rachel Sackett, daughter of Elijah Sackett and Catharine Gibson, was born in 1791.1 She married in Washington County, MarylandG, on 12 May 1817, John Herbert.1,2
Child of Rachel Sackett and John Herbert
- Rachel Herbert+ b. 1822
Sackett line | Granddaughter of Thomas Sackett of Hopewell |
Notes & Citations
- Charles Weygant, The Sacketts of America, "747. Rachel Sackett, b. in year 1791; m. John Herbert."
- "Maryland, Compiled Marriages, 1655–1850" (Ancestry transcript), "12 May 1817, Washington County, Maryland, John Herbert & Rachel Sackett."
Charts | Line 3a (American) |
Generation.Tree | 7O.3 |
Last Edited | 27 May 2025 |
Research Status | Partly researched |
Elijah Sackett Jr
Father | Elijah Sackett (1751-1837) |
Mother | Catharine Gibson (1760-1830) |
Elijah Sackett Jr, son of Elijah Sackett and Catharine Gibson, was born in 1792.1 He died probably before 1840 when his wife Phebe remarried. He married, probably before 1820, Mary Cunningham.1 He may have been the Elijah Sackett who married in Franklin County, OhioG, on 24 June 1824, Martha McCormick.2,3 He may have been the Elijah Sackett who married in Delaware County, OhioG, on 26 April 1838, Phebe R George.4 Phebe later married Philo P Evarts in Delaware CountyG on 27 August 1840, suggesting that Elijah may have died before that date.5
Elijah was listed in the 1820 census as a householder in Delaware, Delaware County, OhioG.6 In 1830 he was a householder in Bennington, Delaware CountyG.7
The marriages to Martha and Phebe are tentatively assigned to this Elijah. This record is subject to further research.
Elijah was listed in the 1820 census as a householder in Delaware, Delaware County, OhioG.6 In 1830 he was a householder in Bennington, Delaware CountyG.7
The marriages to Martha and Phebe are tentatively assigned to this Elijah. This record is subject to further research.
Sackett line | Grandson of Thomas Sackett of Hopewell |
Notes & Citations
- Charles Weygant, The Sacketts of America, "748. Elijah Sackett, b. in year 1792; m. Mary Cunningham."
- "Ohio, Marriages Extracted from the Old Northwest Genealogical Quarterly, 1789–1898" (Ancestry transcript), "24 Jun 1824, Franklin County, Elijah Sackett & Martha McCormick, by B Bull, JP."
- "Ohio, County Marriage Records, 1774–1993" (Ancestry image), "24 Jun 1824, Franklin, Ohio, Elijah Sackett; and Martha McCormick. By B Bull JP."
- "Ohio, County Marriage Records, 1774–1993" (Ancestry image), "26 Apr 1838, Delaware, Ohio, Elijah Sackett; and Phebe R. George. By John Smith MG."
- "Ohio, County Marriage Records, 1774–1993" (Ancestry image), "27 Aug 1840, Delaware, Ohio, Philo P. Evarts; and Phebe R. Sackett. By B Adams, Bap M."
- 1820 United States census, "Elijah Sacket Jr, Delaware, Delaware County, Ohio, 1 male under 10, 1 male 26-44, 1 female 16-25, total 3."
- 1830 United States census, "Elijah Sacket, Bennington, Delaware County, Ohio, 1 male 30-39, total 1."
Charts | Line 3a (American) |
Generation.Tree | 7O.3 |
Last Edited | 27 May 2025 |
Research Status | Partly researched |