Exum Philip Whitfield
(April 22, 1818-September 17, 1887) Columbus business leader, merchant, physician, farmer, 1858-87. President, 1861-66, Columbus Tap Railway. Served two Confederate enlistments during the Civil War, 1860s. Married (1st) M. Manerva Thompson (d. 1853); (2nd) Sara Jane Palmer. Had 12 children.
29.7053° N, 96.5510° W
Where to Find It
city cemetery, Walnut St. (US 90) (marker is in fence enclosed area in east part of cemetery)
Nearby Markers
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- 0.4 mi N George Glenn Columbus
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- 0.5 mi E Ben Marshall Baker Columbus
- 0.5 mi E Bartels-Wirtz House Columbus
- 0.5 mi E Site of Railway Hospital Columbus