William SLAVEN died Thursday, November 6th, at the home of his daughter, Mrs. George KIGER, on Little Sandy, Mr. William SLAVEN, one of the early settlers of the county, passed peacefully away, aged 85 years. Mr. SLAVEN was a member of one of the oldest families and held a high place in the esteem of his fellow citizens. He is survived by three daughters, Mrs. George KIGER, Mrs. Alice MCKOWAN, and Mrs. Frankie MCKOWAN. The funeral services were conducted by Rev. RICHWOOD on last Friday.
The Mountaineer (Jackson County, West Virginia), 14 Nov 1913
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