OBIT: Richard M. JONES, 1863, Cambria Twp., Cambria County, PA

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The Alleghanian
Ebensburg, Pa.
Thursday, 15 Jan 1863
Volume 4, Number 16


Richard M. Jones 

Among those who after the battle of Fredericksburg were classified in that list of 
terrible uncertainties, the missing, was Richard M. Jones of Co. F., 133d Penna. 
Vols.  In the charge of his regiment on the Rebel breastworks, he was seen to 
fall and although spoken to by some of his companions, he failed to return an 
answer.  From this, and the fact that over a month has elapsed since the fight, 
we are forced to the sad conclusion, much against our inclination, that he is 
indeed missing – missing for evermore.

The deceased was born in Cambria twp., this county and was about 29 years of 
age when he fell. He lived here until he had attained to the full estate of 
manhood when he removed to Philadelphia.  In that city he became engaged in 
mercantile pursuits. Upon the inauguration of the Rebellion, he, in conjunction 
with the lamented Major Todd, recruited a company, of which he was elected 1st 
Lieutenant.  He served with credit during the term of enlistment – three months; 
and returning to the city, again engaged in his usual avocation.  During the past 
summer when on a visit here to his home and friends, he attached himself to 
Capt. Jones' company.  The sequel is known.  He went forth - he fought - he fell.  

The deceased was a most estimable young man.  Educated and intelligent of a 
sprightly and impulsive disposition and gifted with a warm heart and a manly 
mind, he made many friends and retained them.  Throughout the county he was 
widely known and his loss will be keenly lamented.  He was a member of the 
Presbyterian Church and died in the full hope of a blessed immortality above.  
Shortly before entering the fight, he remarked to a companion: "If I fall, say to 
those at home that I was prepared to die."  A patriot and a Christian – he is 
gone!  Gone in the early bloom of manhood when his aspirations of usefulness in 
the world were about being realized.  Gone from his country, his home and 
his friends.  But – happy, thought, -- such men do not die; they only "go before."


The Alleghanian
Ebensburg, Pa.
Thursday, 12 Mar 1863
Volume 4, Number 24

Richard M. Jones, Dec'd.

Following is a tribute of respect to the memory of Richard M. Jones, a member of 
Co. F, 133d Penna. Vols., who was killed at the battle of Fredericksburg:

Highland Lodge No. 428, I. O. of O. F.
Ebensburg, Feby. 25, 1863

Whereas, The melancholy duty devolves upon us to announce to this Lodge the 
decease of our much beloved brother, Richard M. Jones; Brother Jones fell at the 
battle in front of Fredericksburg, Va., on the 13th day of December last – he fell 
like a brave man, with his front to the foe – he fell alongside many of his noble 
comrades, who were each moment lessening under a fierce and overwhelming 
attack of an outnumbering enemy – he fell with these words upon his lips, "If I 
die this day, I die happy."  Brother Jones was a warm and generous member of 
our Order; he was of a fine and commanding appearance; intellect, frankness 
and generosity were stamped upon his features; his smiles were cheerful, his 
manner genial, nor did the outward appearance belie the man – he was what he 
seemed to be.  Therefore,  

Be it Resolved, That the loss of our deceased Brother will be a source of regret 
and will be deeply felt by our Lodge,

Resolved, That we clothe our Lodge in mourning for the space of thirty days, in 
memory of our deceased Brother.

Resolved, That the above Preamble and Resolutions be published in the two 
newspaper in Ebensburg and a copy of the same be forwarded to the parents of 
our deceased Brother. 

Geo. W. Wisegarver, George C. K. Zahm, C. T. Roberts, Committee