Troy Times

February 25, 1847 

McCAUGHNAHAY, DAVID ESQ. - On the 14th inst., at his residence in Bethel township, in this county, David McCaughnahay, Esq., in the 68th year of his age.  The deceased suffered much from a painful and lingering illness which he bore with Christian fortitude, and a perfect resignation to the will of Providence.  He has been a resident of Bethel township for about 38 years, was a devout and pious christian; an exemplary and honest man; a good neighbor; and affectionate husband and a tender and indulgent parent.