Looking for info on James A. Purdy and family. Born 4/2/1836 and believed to have died before 1880. Married to Catherine Smith (1835-1919) in 10/1857. Children were Albert (1859), Lucinda (1862), Jacob (1864-1883), Laura Bell (1868), Courtney (1874-1927) and Bertie (1876).

Based on 1850 federal census for Decatur Co Indiana James was living with the Shafer family. 1860 census shows him married to Catherine. 1880 census clearly shows Catherine as a widow.

Possible siblings for James are Sarah, Maelesa, Loaler, Isabel, Mynard...but none confirmed.

Parents are unknown but mother may be Hannah H. Shafer.

Any information on any members of this family is greatly appreciated. Willing to share what I know as well. Thank you.

Sincerely, Glenn