Albert McCullough (abt. 1801 - 1858)

Born about 1801 in Newark, New Castle County, Delaware, USA

Husband of Rebecca (Griffith) McCullough — married 7 Mar 1825 in New Castle County, Delaware

Descendants

Died 12 Dec 1858 at about age 57 in Newark, New Castle County, Delaware, USA

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Biography

Nothing is known about Alexander's heritage. Some researchers feel he was born in PA others Donegal, Ireland.

Alexander McCullough was the husband of Rebecca Griffith. The marriage bonds were issued on 7 Mar 1825 in New Castle County. The next record for Alexander is the 1830 Census when he is in Pencader Hundred, New Castle C0, DE, (family of 6).

In 1833 Alexander buys 136 acres in Pencader Hundred for 3750 lbs.

The couple did have several children in the 13 years before Alexander died in 1838. (This list per "Kate" another contributor.

1. Alexander Daniel McCullough II 1837-1851 2. Jane McCullough 1829-1852 (NOT LIKELY) (see a Jane with these dates @ fag mem. 126645391 in Kettering, PA with other McCulloughs) 3. Sarah A McCullough 1828 – 1863 4. James McCullough 1829 – 1853 5. Mary Ann McCullough 1830 – 1840 6. Benjamin C McCullough 1834 – 1869 7. John Griffith McCullough 1835 – 1915 (John would become Governor of Vermont)

Listed heirs in Alexander's probate settlement 28 Dec 1839 Rebecca his wife, children Sarah, James, Benjamin & Webster Not mentioned: Jane, Mary Ann & John.

Alexander's marker reads: In memory of Alexander McCullough, who departed this life December 12th A.D. 1838, in the 37th year of his age.

There is a 2nd marker for both Alexander and Rebecca, erected by J.G. McCullough, apparently the son shown below.

Sources

• [https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/15589606/alexander-mccullough findagrave[