Nelson Purdum

Brief Life History of Nelson

When Nelson Purdum was born on 3 October 1815, in Clinton, Iowa, United States, his father, James Purdum, was 23 and his mother, Elizabeth, was 23. He had at least 2 sons and 3 daughters with Elizabeth C Black. He lived in Michigan Township, Clinton, Indiana, United States in 1860. He died in 1869, in Kokomo, Center Township, Howard, Indiana, United States, at the age of 54, and was buried in Crown Point Cemetery, Kokomo, Center Township, Howard, Indiana, United States.

Photos and Memories (0)

Photos and Memories

Do you know Nelson? Do you have a story about him that you would like to share? Sign In or Create a FREE Account

Family Time Line

Nelson Purdum
1815–1869
Elizabeth C Black
1822–1905
Isabella Purdum
1843–1921
Mary E. Purdum
1845–1879
James Wiley Purdum
1847–1880
Martha Maggie Purdum
1851–
William C. Purdum
1858–1920

Sources (2)

  • Nelson Purdum, "United States Census, 1860"
  • Nelson Purdum, "Find A Grave Index"

Parents and Siblings

World Events (8)

1816

Indiana is the 19th state.

1819 · Panic! of 1819

With the Aftermath of the Napoleonic Wars the global market for trade was down. During this time, America had its first financial crisis and it lasted for only two years. 

1831

Historical Boundaries: 1831: Clinton, Indiana, United States

Name Meaning

English: variant of Purdom . This surname is rare in Britain.

Dictionary of American Family Names © Patrick Hanks 2003, 2006.

Possible Related Names

Discover Even More

As a nonprofit, we offer free help to those looking to learn the details of their family story.

Create a FREE Account

Search for Another Deceased Ancestor

Share this with your family and friends.