John was born on 1823 in Pennsylvania.

Married Louisa M (unknown last name) around 1850.

John and Louisa had 3 children, Reuben, David, and Libbie.

As per the 1850 Census he lived in Sullivan, NY and his occupation is listed as boatman for the Erie Canal.

Registered for the Civil War in 1863, but never served.

As per the 1865 NY Census he lived in Sullivan, NY.

As per the 1875 Census he lived in Sullivan, NY.

As per the 1880 Census he lived in Sullivan, NY, and owned 17 acres of land, had one cow, one pig, 20 chickens, grew buckwheat, corn, and oats.

John died on 28 Sep 1889 in Manlius, NY and is buried with Louisa in Kirkville Cemetery in Kirkville, NY.