Samuel O'Steen (1847 - 1902)

Born 22 Nov 1847 in Panola, Mississippi, United States

Husband of Sarah Jane (Lloyd) O'Steen — married 13 Jul 1876 in Greene, Arkansas, United States

Descendants

Died 22 Nov 1902 at age 55 in Paragould, Greene, Arkansas, United States

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Biography

Born on November 22, 1847, in the heart of Panola County, Mississippi, Samuel Lemuel O'Steen's life unfolded against the backdrop of hard work, family, and unforeseen tragedy. His parents, Harvey O'Steen and Elizabeth True, laid the foundation for his journey, instilling values that would guide him through the twists and turns of life.

In the year 1850, young Samuel's presence graced Tunica County, Mississippi. These early years in his birthplace were marked by the simplicity of childhood and the shaping influence of his surroundings.

By the time 1860 rolled around, Samuel had found a home near the Greensboro post office in Powell, Craighead County, Arkansas. The landscapes of his new environment were witness to his growth from youth to young adulthood.

On July 13, 1876, Samuel Lemuel O'Steen embraced a new chapter by marrying Sarah Jane Lloyd in Arkansas. This union marked the beginning of a partnership that would define the coming years of his life.

In the year 1880, Samuel and his growing family called St. Francis Township, Greene County, Arkansas, their home. Here, he worked tirelessly as a farmer to provide for his loved ones, embodying the spirit of dedication that characterized his life.

The year 1900 found Samuel still in St. Francis Township, Greene County, Arkansas, continuing his role as a farmer. His labor was a testament to his unwavering commitment to his family's wellbeing.

Tragedy struck with a devastating blow on November 22, 1902, the very day of his birth. In an attempt to extinguish a barn fire, Samuel Lemuel O'Steen lost his life in Greene County, Arkansas. His untimely death was a poignant reminder of the risks inherent in the pursuit of providing for his family.

He found his final resting place at Browns Chapel Cemetery in Paragould, Greene County, Arkansas, a testament to the enduring impact he left behind.

Samuel Lemuel O'Steen's life was a journey of toil, love, and unforeseen adversity. From the Mississippi landscapes of his birth to the fields of Arkansas, he forged a path marked by sacrifice and the enduring power of family.

Sources

• 1850 United States Federal Census: The National Archives in Washington D.C.; Record Group: Records of the Bureau of the Census; Record Group Number: 29; Series Number: M432; Residence Date: 1850; Home in 1850: Tunica, Mississippi; Roll: 382; Page: 169b Ancestry Record 8054 #3581643
• 1860 United States Federal Census: The National Archives in Washington D.C.; Record Group: Records of the Bureau of the Census; Record Group Number: 29; Series Number: M653; Residence Date: 1860; Home in 1860: Powell, Craighead, Arkansas; Roll: M653_40; Page: 881; Family History Library Film: 803040 Ancestry Record 7667 #13022533
• 1880 United States Federal Census: Year: 1880; Census Place: Saint Francis, Greene, Arkansas; Roll: 45; Page: 265A; Enumeration District: 102 Ancestry Record 6742 #39633090
• 1900 United States Federal Census: Year: 1900; Census Place: Saint Francis, Greene, Arkansas; Roll: 60; Page: 2; Enumeration District: 0034 Ancestry Record 7602 #35505415
• Arkansas, U.S., County Marriages Index, 1837-1957: Ancestry.com. Arkansas, U.S., County Marriages Index, 1837-1957 [database on-line]. Provo, UT, USA: Ancestry.com Operations, Inc., 2011. Original data: "Arkansas County Marriages, 1838–1957." Index. FamilySearch, Salt Lake City, Utah, 2009, 2011. "Arkansas County Marriages, 1838–1957," database, FamilySearch; from Arkansas Courts of Common Pleas and County Clerks. Digital images of originals housed at various county courthouses in the State of Arkansas. Marriage records. Ancestry Record 2548 #872825
• Burial: Find a Grave, database and images (https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/5677221/samuel-h-osteen: accessed 29 August 2023), memorial page for Samuel H OSteen (22 Nov 1849–22 Nov 1902), Find A Grave: Memorial #5677221, citing Browns Chapel Cemetery, Paragould, Greene County, Arkansas, USA; Maintained by JKHCCD (contributor 47565933).