Glendale Stagecoach Inn on Beaver Creek

Thursday, September 16, 2010

Callen Family



JOHN AND SARAH CALLEN

John and Sarah Callen travelled by ox wagon, from Appanoose County, Iowa, with their three children; 14 year-old Martha, 11 year-old Will, and 9 year-old Mary. They were among the first settlers on Beaver Creek, east of present-day Penrose. They settled on the lush banks of Beaver Creek in August 1864. John was a friend to the nearby Ute and Arapahoe Indians, and served as a Fremont County Commissioner. Sarah was known for her kindness to family, friends, and neighbors. They share an obelisk tombstone in Middle Beaver Cemetery.

No comments:

Post a Comment