Christopher Columbus Larimer1

b. 13 December 1849, d. 2 March 1927
FatherRobert Larimer2,3 b. abt 1790, d. 8 Jun 1875
MotherRachel Debusk2 b. 29 Jan 1829, d. 30 Oct 1882
Birth13 Dec 1849 Christopher Columbus Larimer was born on 13 Dec 1849 in Washington County, Virginia.4,2 
Childhood Christopher grew up on his parent's farm in Washington County. His father, Robert Larimer, had children by both Christopher's mother and a previous wife, hence Christopher grew up as part of a large extended family, totalling at least 16 children. At the time of the 1850 census Christopher's mother Rachel, who was only 20, already had 2 children. She was younger than many of her husband's children by his first marriage. By 1860 the household included Christopher, his parents, his brother Paulser and his 2 sisters, Sally and Virginia. At least one, and probably two more brothers arrived after 1860. Another brother Mathew Moses, born in 1856, died of scarlet fever in 1858.5,6 
Legatee1875  Robert Larimer died in 1875 leaving his land for Rachel's use during her widowhood. At her death it was to be divided among Robert's 4 sons with Rachel, including Christopher. The will also noted that Christopher had already received a horse and saddle but was entitled to a bed and bed clothing from his father's estate.3 
Marriage23 Sep 1876 He married Rebecca Bethia Buchanan, daughter of John D. Buchanan and Sarah Morefield, on 23 Sep 1876 in Washington County.2 
Cens-Sum1911  Christopher and Rebecca farmed and raised their family in the Holston District of Washington County. In the early days of their marriage they also provided a home for Rebecca's widowed mother. Christopher and Rebecca were the parents of 6 children, one of whom died young.7,8,9 
Death2 Mar 1927 Christopher died on 2 Mar 1927 at age 77.4 
Burial He was buried at Bethel Cemetery in Washington County, Virginia.4 

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Family

Rebecca Bethia Buchanan b. 30 Jun 1848, d. 29 Dec 1919
Children
Last Edited23 Mar 2011

Citations

  1. [S1888] Mary Jane Harrison, "RamblingRoots p5240," e-mail to D. Powell, 14 Aug 2007. Mary Jane is Christopher's great granddaughter.
  2. [S6] Thomas Colley, Washington Co. VA Marriages 1853-1880, p. 202. Christopher Larimer, 26y, sgl, b. & resid WCV, farmer, s/o Robt & Rachel Larimer AND Rebecca B. Buchanan, 27y, sgl, b. & resid WCV, d/o John D. & Sarah M. Buchanan.
  3. [S706] Robert Larimer will (1875), Washington Co., Virginia Will Book 18: 469. The will was witnessed by John Preston and Josiah Cole; Elias Widener and Samuel P. Edmondson provided security on Palser and Christopher Larimer's bond in the amount of $1,000.
  4. [S2] Catherine McConnell, High On A Windy Hill, p. 248. Stone reported to read: Christopher Larimer, 13 Dec. 1849-2 Mar 1927.
  5. [S367] Robt Larimore household, 1850 U.S. Census, Washington Co., VA, pop. sched., 67th district, p. after 153 (stamped), dwelling 1246, family 1246, viewed online at Ancestry.com, Jul 2007, image 172 of 289. Household includes Robt Larimore, 60, farmer, real estate valued at $1,600; Rachel 20; Samuel 21; Ann 14; Roulen [?] 2; Christopher 8/12; Hardy Jamison 16, laborer; all b. VA.
  6. [S234] Robert Larimer household, 1860 U.S. cens, Washington Co., VA, pop. sched., Western district, p. 174 (original script), dwelling 1296, family 1243, viewed online at Ancestry.com, Jul 2007, image 176 of 361. Household includes: Robert Larimer, 70, farmer, owns land worth $4,000, pers. prop of $2,000; Rachel, 30; Paulser, 12; Christopher, 10, Sallie, 6; Virginia, 2; Nancy Gilley; all b. VA.
  7. [S163] Christopher Larimer household, 1880 U.S. Cens., Washington Co., VA, pop. sched., Holston District, ED 100, p. 32D, dwelling 274, family 274. Dec. 2007, image 32 of 54. Household includes: Christopher Larimer; 30, farmer; Rebecca D., 31, wife; Callie M.V., 3, dau; Nathaniel M., 1, son; Sallie Buchanan, 63, mother-in-law, b. TN; all others b. VA.
  8. [S634] Christafor Larmer household, 1900 U.S. cens., Washington Co., Virginia, pop. sched., Holston district, ED 114, sheet 5A, dwelling 87, family 79, viewed online at Ancestry.com, May 2010. Household includes: Christafor Larmer, 50, b. Dec. 1849, marr 23 yrs, farmer; cont. next page: Rebecki B., wife, 51, b. June 1848, marr 23 yrs, mother of 6 children, 5 are living; Nathaniel M., son, 21, b. April 1879; Samson D., son, 19, b. May 1881; Ada May, dau, 17, b. May 1883; Marry G., dau, 14, b. May 1886; Festas S., son, 10, Aug. 1889; all b. VA.
  9. [S237] Christopher Larrimer household, 1910 U.S. cens., Washington Co., VA, pop. sched., Abingdon District, ED 124, sheet 4B, dwelling 52, family 56, viewed online at Ancestry.com, Dec. 2007, image 8 of 64. Household includes: Christopher Larrimer, 60, marr #1, marr 35 yrs, farmer; Rebecca B., wife, 61, marr #1, marr 35 yrs, mother of 6 children, 5 are living; Ada M., dau, 23; Festus S., son, 19; all b. VA.