John was born on Mar 1840 in Hinchinbrook, Canada.

Immigrated to the United States in 1860.

Was in the Civil War from 23 Dec 1861 to 5 May 1862 and served with the 98th NY Infantry.

Married Josephine M Hall in 1872.

John and Josephine had 11 children, Albert, Lena, Hattie, John Jr, Napoleon, Ida, Mary, Edward, Anna, Florence, and Rose.

As per the 1840 Census he lived in Constable, NY and profession is listed as a farmer.

As per the 1880 Census he lived in Constable, NY and profession is listed as a farmer. John owned 30 acres of land, owned 4 cattle, 11 chickens, grew corn, oats, beans, potatoes, and hops.

As per the 1900 Census he lived in Constable, NY and profession is listed as a farmer.

John died on 8 Oct 1908 in Malone, NY, and is buried in St Francis of Assisi Cemetery in Constable, NY.

Unknown date of death and burial for Josephine, but possibly in same area as John.