Largely attended and impressive services were held this afternoon for Miles Joy Patton, Civil War veteran, who died last week [30 Apr 1920]. The services were held at the family home, 646 Emerson Avenue, the Rev. Phil Bowen officiating.  The pallbearers were picked from Preston Carrel Post, American Legion.  There were a number of members of Sharon Post No. 254  G.A.R. of which Mr. Patton was a member and of the ladies of the G.A.R in attendance.  Many floral offerings were received, attesting the high esteem in which he was held.  The interment was made in Oakwood Cemetery.

from Sharon Herald, May 3, 1920, page 2

Submitted by Gayle Hyde