Harriet Minerva (Yount) Uptegrove (1848 - 1936)

Born 1 Sep 1848 in North Carolina, United States

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Died 19 Nov 1936 at age 88 in Drew, Arkansas, United States

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Biography

Harriet Minerva Yount, born on September 1, 1848, in North Carolina, was the daughter of William Azariah Yount and Elizabeth (Thomas) Yount. She spent her early years in Catawba County, North Carolina, as indicated by the 1850 and 1860 censuses, which place her residence near the Flint Rock and Flint Hill post offices, respectively.

Following the Civil War, Harriet married Joseph Nathaniel Yount in North Carolina, embarking on a life journey together. They eventually settled in Monroe, Lincoln County, Missouri, near the Chain of Rocks post office, as recorded in the 1870 census. During this time, Harriet likely supported her husband as he pursued his occupation as a shoemaker.

In 1880, Harriet and Joseph resided in Clear Creek Township, Drew County, Arkansas, where they established their home. Tragically, Joseph passed away in 1889, leaving Harriet a widow. However, she found love again and married John Henry Uptegrove in 1894, still residing in Arkansas at the time.

The turn of the century brought both joy and sorrow to Harriet's life. She welcomed the new century but also faced the loss of her second husband in the same year. By 1900, she resided in Monticello, Drew County, Arkansas, where she likely navigated the challenges of widowhood.

Harriet's life took another turn as she relocated to Sour Lake, Hardin County, Texas, by the 1910 census. She continued to make her home there through the 1920 census, indicating a lasting connection to the area.

On November 16, 1936, Harriet Minerva Yount passed away in Drew County, Arkansas, leaving behind a legacy shaped by her resilience and ability to adapt to life's circumstances. Her final resting place is at Mount Zion Presbyterian Church in Star City, Lincoln County, Arkansas, a testament to her connections to both Texas and Arkansas throughout her life. Harriet's journey exemplifies the strength and determination of a woman who experienced joy, loss, and love in the face of life's challenges.

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: Catawba, North Carolina; Roll: 624; Page: 317a Ancestry Record 8054 #19733943
• 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: Catawba, North Carolina; Roll: M653_891; Page: 460; Family History Library Film: 803891 Ancestry Record 7667 #41122167
• 1870 United States Federal Census: Year: 1870; Census Place: Monroe, Lincoln, Missouri; Roll: M593_788; Page: 154A Ancestry Record 7163 #786549
• 1880 United States Federal Census: Year: 1880; Census Place: Clear Creek, Drew, Arkansas; Roll: 43; Page: 462B; Enumeration District: 090 Ancestry Record 6742 #5250937
• 1900 United States Federal Census: Year: 1900; Census Place: Monticello, Drew, Arkansas; Roll: 58; Page: 14; Enumeration District: 0075 Ancestry Record 7602 #35330767
• 1910 United States Federal Census: Year: 1910; Census Place: Sour Lake, Hardin, Texas; Roll: T624_1559; Page: 12a; Enumeration District: 0028; FHL microfilm: 1375572 Ancestry Record 7884 #28118428
• 1920 United States Federal Census: Year: 1920; Census Place: Sour Lake, Hardin, Texas; Roll: T625_1811; Page: 6B; Enumeration District: 40 Ancestry Record 6061 #100252343
• Arkansas, U.S., Death Index, 1914-1950: Ancestry.com. Arkansas, U.S., Death Index, 1914-1950 [database on-line]. Provo, UT, USA: Ancestry.com Operations Inc, 2005. Original data: Division of Vital Records, Arkansas Department of Health. Arkansas Death Index, 1914-1950. Arkansas: Arkansas Genealogical Society. Microfiche. Ancestry Record 8771 #446300
• Burial: Find a Grave, database and images (https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/21216357/harriet-minerva-yount: accessed 9 July 2023), memorial page for Harriet Minerva Yount Yount (1 Sep 1849–16 Nov 1936), Find A Grave: Memorial #21216357, citing Mount Zion Presbyterian Cemetery, Star City, Lincoln County, Arkansas, USA; Maintained by Jody Gladden (contributor 46920987).