About Us

Founded in 1972, the Gallatin County Historical Society aims to preserve and protect historical aspects of Gallatin County and educate others and even ourselves about its illustrious history. A majority of funding for the Historical Society is provided by grants and the generous donations of those sponsoring our efforts. The Gallatin County Historical Society is led by Society Officers that include the society president, vice- president, secretary, treasurer, and members of the board of directors. A list of past society presidents is below.

Ralph Edwards: 1972

Earl Richard Wood: 1973-1976

Gertrude Earl Hewson: 1977-1980

Joy Gross Higgins: 1981-1982

Dr. Carl R. Bogardus: 1983-1990

Bonnie Perry McKee: 1991-1992

Harold Brown Weldon: 1993-1996, 2000-2001

Lonni Faller: 1997-1999

June M. Roberts: 2002-2004

Darrel Maines: 2005-2011

William Leger: 2012

Jacquelene Mylor: 2013- Present

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  1. Hello I am writing from Gallia County Ohio. Is it possible for someone there to get me obit for Samuel Schirmer and his wife Anna. Aprox date death 1992. He is an unsung WW2 combat vet I am researching. He operated a small store there. If possible. Thank you…Also any access or find out if his WW2 discharge recorded there that county, aprox 1945. I need no personal details just military record at bottom of locations served, medals received etc which is all public info normally.

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  2. Hello Daniel,

    Apologies for the late reply, are you still seeking information about Samuel Schirmer and his wife Anna?

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