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Henry T. Brush Grave Visit
03.27.05 (7:23 pm)   [edit]

The grave of Henry T. Brush, at Woodmere Cemetery in Detroit, was visited, quietly, reverently, by our "Wheelman" Andy.  T'was no doubt the first visit in over 100 years!  As with all substantial quests in life, the most important findings are those of which you were not looking for.  Thus is the case here.  Next to Henry’s grave was that of Jeannie Campbell, with the inscription “Wife of Henry T. Brush.” Her death is listed on the tombstone as 1874.  The “Wheelman” had acquired a picture on an initial trip to the Burton Historical Collection that was noted, “Mrs. Henry Brush, nee Jeannie Campbell.”  Upon the discovery that Henry T. Brush married Charlotte M. Grosvernor in March 1876 when he was but 26 years old, it was assumed that Jeannie Campbell was wife of another Brush, as this was somewhat of a common name in the area at the time.  Alas, this conjecture was in error!  It looks now that Jeannie was Henry T. Brush’s first wife!  And he spends eternity next to his first love.  When they were married and how she died is still in question.  A trip to the Detroit Public Library’s newspaper microfilm in the next few months is sure to result in some answers.  In the near future the web site (63 Alfred Street) will be updated with a timeline and pictures outlining Henry T. Brush’s life and times in a concise manner.  Check back here for links.

 


posted by: Gordon Steele (reply)
post date: 03.05.06 (7:25 am)

I am doing some research for the history of my church - Orchard Lake Community Church Presbyterian and can confirm for you that Jeannie was his first wife. I believe she died in September 1874. The funeral services for her were conducted at our Church. Brush actually designed our church which is still standing (completed in 1874). There is other historical info regarding Bruch and Jeannie Campbell at our church in case you are interested.



posted by: Gordon Steele (reply)
post date: 03.05.06 (7:25 am)

I am doing some research for the history of my church - Orchard Lake Community Church Presbyterian and can confirm for you that Jeannie was his first wife. I believe she died in September 1874. The funeral services for her were conducted at our Church. Brush actually designed our church which is still standing (completed in 1874). There is other historical info regarding Bruch and Jeannie Campbell at our church in case you are interested.



posted by: (reply)
post date: 03.17.06 (10:42 am)

Reply to: Gordon Steele

Yes, I am interested. I have been in contact with Henry's decendents on Jeannie's side for about a year now, but whatever you can add would be greatly appreciated. Please e-mail me directly at jmk@63alfred.com.
Thanks

John Kossik


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