Union County, Ohio Biographies Project - William W. Curry

WILLIAM W. CURRY

    William W. Curry, a farmer near New California, third son of Capt. James A. and Phebe Curry, was born on the old Curry homestead April 11, 1832.  His youth and early manhood was passed in his native place, and his training received in the select schools of New California.  He was first, married September 17, 1861, to Catharine Nonemaker, who died March 1, 1871, leaving three children-Charles E., Mary L. and Addison S.  February 18, 1873, he was married to Miss Jennie Harris, daughter of Guy and Nancy Harris.  Mrs. Curry was born in Wood County, Ohio, and died January 3, 1879.  Two daughters were the fruits of this union, namely: Effie A. and Bertha.  Mr. Curry's third marriage occurred February 10, 1880, to Miss Nancy, daughter of Joseph and Sarah Bain.  She was born in Greene County, Ohio, January 13, 1840.  Mr. Curry's father deeded him his farm, which contained ninety acres.  He pursues the avocation of farming and raising Poland-China hogs.  His political opinions are Democratic.