File:Edward Henry Flavin, Sr. (1839-1910) obituary.png

Edward H. Flavin, former Coroner of Kings County and at the time of hie death and for a number of years an inspector in the Customs Department, died Thursday at his home, 750 Hancock Street. He was born in Rockport, Illinois in 1839, and came to Brooklyn when 13 years old. He enlisted as captain of Company A, Fourteenth Regiment in the Civil War, and was wounded in the Battle of the Wilderness, so that he was compelled to return home. He had served with courage and ability in all the battles, the famous "Red Legged Devils" took part in up to that time. He was elected as Coroner over thirty years ago, and afterward served in the Internal Revenue Department, end later in the Custom House. His wife, Mary J. died three 3 years ago, and he leaves two sons. Edward H. Jr. and William R.; three daughters. Mrs. Maud Van Sine, Mrs. Emma Hendrick and Mrs. Lottie V. Wessel. and nine grandchildren. He was a member of U.S. Grant Post. G.A.R.; Ridgewood Lodge, F. and A. M; the Fourteenth Regiment War Veteran Association, and the Loyal Legion. Funeral services will take place at his late home at 8 o'clock tonight.

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