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Hello,
Mt. Varnum Cemetery was also called "Mt. Vernon United Presbyterian" according to a book that I have. Also, the following is what is in the 1883 History of Butler Co.
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UNITED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
During the first quarter of the present century, a Presbyterian Church was organized within the limits of Washington Township as now formed.. A church edifice was erected, and though the congregation was small in numbers, its flourished as well, presumably, as other churches of like denomination in this portion of the Presbyterian, yet just when it was organized or who its pastor and original members were, we have not been able to ascertain. About the year 1834, however, a Presbyterian minister named Johnson (then but recently from Ireland), was called to the charge consisting of this church, Bear Creek and Unity Churches and for a time, it seems, matter progressed very smoothly. It was but the lull before the coming storm, though, for Mr. Johnson being of a nervous, passionate, intractable disposition, became incensed at some act or ruling of the Presbytery, and about the beginning of 1835 seceded from the old church, joined the Associate Reformed, or as now termed, United Presbyterian Church, and carried a large number of each of the congregations, over which he presided, with him.
Thus was ushered into existence the United Presbyterian church of Washington Township, known as "Mt. Vernon," and among its original members were Samuel N. MOORE, Mrs. Samuel N. MOORE, David SHIRA, Andrew DONALDSON, Robert DONALDSON, Mrs. Rosana DONALDSON, Samuel Mortimer, Thomas SMITH, Charles HILLIARD, William SHIRA, Jacob SHIRA, William BELL and Robert HANNA. Of the original members, names or unnamed, David SHIRA, Mrs. Samuel N. MOORE and Mrs. Rosana DONALDSON are the only survivors at this writing.
Mr. JOHNSON returned to Ireland after being here some two or three years, and was succeeded by Rev. James Green, who was installed in October, 1837, and remained about three years. His successors have been Robert W. OLIVER, from about 1842 to 1846; J.K. RIDDLE, 1846-48; J.H. FIFE, 1848-55; J.A. CAMPBELL, 1857-59; W.A. BLACK, 1860-73; J.W. DODDS, 1874-77; R.A. GILFILLAN, 1879-83. The present church edifice was built in 1866. The one which preceded it, about 1833. The present members number one hundred and twenty-five.
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Also, I have a book of Butler Co. Cemeteries which includes Washington Twp. The names in this book came from the actual grave stones; so, not all names are included for various reasons. Some stones are missing, broken or illegible due to weathering.This book was published in 1983. My grandfather's name is in the book; but, I was unable to locate his stone last year. If you want me to look up a name in my book, I would be happy to. Also, if I find any more information or a contact, I will post it.
Carol
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