From the Coldwater Chronicle, 3 Jan 1919, Page 8:

Richard Seymore Moore, Civil War veteran, died at the home of his eldest son, Allen M. Moore, residing a mile south of Coldwater, on Dec. 26, 1918, aged 85 years, 11 months and 28 days. He was born at Martinsville, Clinton county, on Jan. 23, 1833. In 1856 he was united in marriage to Matilda Ann Evans and to this union eight children were born, namely, Mary L., Allen M., Jane L., Ella R., Reno V., James H., William E. and Gurney E.

When in the prime of life the Civil War broke out and he at once enlisted in the Union Army. By consistent attention to his duties and for bravery shown he rose to the rank of Corporal and the latter two years of his service he was Orderly Sergeant. He was a Corporal in the company commanded by Lieutenant T. A. Arthur in the 11th Regiment of Ohio Volunteer Infantry commanded by Lieutenant Colonel Ogden Street.

Turning to history's pages we are reminded of the bravery shown by that company. Mr. Moore took part and fought in 27 battles and was finally taken prisoner just prior to the battle of Gettysburg and was held a prisoner during that seige, and this battle was the only one fought by his company in which he could not take part. Later he was released and was honorably discharged at Camp Dennison, Ohio, on June 21, 1864, by reason of appreciation of his term of service.

He again assumed his duties at Martinsville, where he lived until January 3, 1875, when he moved with his family to this place. Since the death of his wife he has made his home with his son Allen for the past 27 years, hence we knew him by his progressive spirit, ever manifesting himself for the welfare and success of his fellowmen, always mindful of his duties to his home circle. These won for him the confidence and good will of all with whom he came in contact.

Life's journey gradually came to a close after a patient and lingering illness of one year. Like the light that goes out after burning the last drop of oil, so did life depart from the Corporal, father, grandfather and great-grandfather Moore on the morning after Xmas, recording Xmas day as the last day of his life here.

His wife and four children preceded him in death, leaving to mourn his departure three sons and one daughter, namely, Allen M., of this place; Ella Cox, of Los Angeles, Cal.; Reno, of St. Marys; and James Henry, of Camden; also 16 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren, besides a host of relatives and friends.

The immediate family here wish to extend many thanks to the neighbors and friends for their aid and kindness rendered, Rev. A.H. Roebuch for his comforting words, and Undertaker J.R. Desch for his efficient services.