Andrew Ray,
born in 1785 is a Veteran of the U.S. Army and served during the Indian Wars.
Mr. Ray was one of three men who donated land in what would become Rockville on
February 20, 1824.
He built the
first house, which was a log cabin, situated on the public square. It was the
place of entertainment for all land "prospectors" in that section of
the country for many years. He also built and conducted the first hotel in
Rockville, which was opened first in 1824. Mr. Ray was a careful pioneer, lived
economically, practiced industry, and died in 1872, a wealthy and respectable
citizen of Parke County. (Richard S.
Peale & Co., Publishers Indianapolis, 1875, INGENWEB)
GET
INVOLVED!
Purchase
a Memorial Paver for your Veteran today.
Project
donations will also be accepted at the Rockville Town Hall
VOLUNTEERS
NEEDED!
The paver
portion of this project will be completed by volunteers. If you would like to
be a part of the action, or get more details about the project and how you can
help, please call:
Josh
Sorrels Rockville Fire Department 765-569-3705
Mandi
Burns Rockville Town Hall 765-569-6253
To be dedicated
at Beechwood Park November 11, 2024
for all
Veterans, their families, and good citizens of our community.
