The Winterset Madisonian
Winterset, Madison Co., Iowa
November 16, 1922

George Harrison ORR was born in Monroeville, Huron County, Ohio on January 19, 1841. He was the son of James and Martha ORR.
Mr. ORR was married to Miss Catherine Grey, March 12, 1862. In 1879, they moved to Madison County, Iowa, and settled on a farm in Scott Township. Here they remained until 1905, when they retired and moved to Winterset.
Mr. & Mrs. ORR were the parents of seven children, all of whom are living: Mrs. A. L. FOSTER, of Denver, Colorado; Will ORR, of Madison County; Mrs. T. E. FEELEY, of Denver, Colorado; Frank ORR, of St. Paul, Minnesota; Mrs. M. R. FOSTER, of Madison County; Harry ORR, of Colbran, Colorado; and Robert ORR, of St. Paul, Minnesota.
Mrs. ORR departed this life on December 23, 1918, about six years after they celebrated their golden wedding anniversary.
Mr. ORR was made a Mason in Bucyrus Lodge No. 139 at Bucyrus, Ohio, in 1872. he was admitted to the Eastern Star Lodge No. 43, A.F. and A.M., on April 2, 1915. He united with the Methodist Church of this city during the year 1921 and enjoyed attending all of the services. He was a man of excellent health and ability, considering his advanced years. He always prided himself in taking part in the social and political affairs of the county. Having been a man of this character, he will be greatly missed by all who know him.
Mr. ORR departed this life on November 2, 1922, at the age of 81 years, 9 months and 14 days. Funeral services were held at the M. E. Church, November 6th at 2:30 p.m., conducted by Rev. D. J. Shenton. Interment was in the Winterset Cemetery, in charge of the Masonic Order.