Stephen W. Maxey
Stephen W. Maxey, liveryman, South Solon, was born in Madison County, Ohio, February 11, 1842, and is a son of John T. and Charity Maxey, who were both natives of Ohio. Mr. Maxey was born November 10, 1814, and his wife June 9, 1819. They were married in Greene County, Ohio, and moved into Madison County, where they remained until their death. Stephen was united in marriage with Anna GASKILL March 14, 1872. He first engaged in farming, then in keeping livery stable in South Solon, Ohio, a business he still follows. Mr. and Mrs. Maxey are the parents of four children – Wilson R., Nettie, John C., and Jessie. Mrs. Maxey is a member of the Methodist Church.
From HISTORY OF MADISON COUNTY - W. H. Beers [Chicago, 1883]