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Benjamin Russell Hanby 1833-1867

Franklin County · Otterbein Cemetery, 123 S Grove Street entrance, Westerville, OH, 43081 -- Enter cemetery from Walnut at S Grove, then first drive to right and follow to west end of cemetery, Hanby gravesite.

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Side A: Song writer and minister of the United Brethren Church, Hanby was an Otterbein College graduate, class of 1858, known throughout the world for the inspiring songs, “Darling Nellie Gray,” “Up on the Housetop,” and “Who is He in Yonder Stall.” Hanby House in Westerville is maintained as a memorial honoring Benjamin and his father, Bishop William Hanby. Side B: Same

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