One of Cleburnes crosses the River

[Pious Jeems]

It is sad to announce that another one of Cleburne's has crossed over the river.

Marshall was one of the pillars of Cleburnes and to this hobby.

Capt. Marshall Jones of Cleburnes who's last rank was Major in Cheatham's Battalion which was commanded by Col. John Weaver.

At present no arrangements are know.

Dean Burchfield
Cleburnes

[Utley]

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Sad to hear, I have alot of "fond" (mainly funny) memories about Marshall and Cleburnes in battalion formation next to us.

[Pious Jeems]

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Remember the Tin Cup competition between units in the Battalion?

Just remember Cleburnes doing drill in Canton MS one summer, the old Cameron Plantation was invaded on the lawns, under the large pecan trees.
One of the pranks we did was make the rounds checking on each person, one of our guys was in the house upstairs asleep on one of the beds in an airconditioned room.
Someone cut on the electric blanket that was never taken off, in most cases the rooms were only used during hunting season.

Bright and early the next morning we awaken to this booming voice with expletitives stumbling down the stairs soaked to the skin in sweat but sober.

Good Ole Days

Marshall was in the ranks in Perryville in the 70's when Cleburnes took the field and performed as a company under the correct commands.

Thanks for your kind words Brother!

Dean Burchfield

[Qrat53]

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A good man. He will be missed... I first met Marshall about 1974 when Cleburne's came to Knoxville, Illinois to support an early authentic event put on by the 102nd. Illinois Infantry. A fine time had by all...

Jim Schwass

[jblairm]

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Two of my favorite memories of Marshall...
1) His uniform having been stolen the previous night, Marshall was forced to wear the "alternative" that was left for him, right down to the neon shoes. I always wondered where he found a long enough extention cord for that thing.
2) Marshall commanded Cheatham's Orphan Battalion (The Drilling Wonders) at the first Raymond in '98, as John Weaver had the brigade. On the Sunday march, the galvanized column caught up with the Confederates, which had deployed on the far side of a creek bottom. As we were the lead battalion, he took us out through a cotton field to the right, double-timed us about 2-300 yards, then had us plunge through the brush to cross the creek bottom. As I was in the first few files, I will never forget the surprise when we reached the creek, which ran through a 7-8 foot deep gulley. I remember looking at Marshall as he was shoving everyone down the slope. The turning of that flank was second only to the battalion deploying just as Rambo got to the top of the hill, blocking his advance.

Please share arrangements as they become available.

Regards,
Jason McHaney
Late, Company C, 7th Kentucky

[john duffer]

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My favorite two of Marshall at Raymond were on Sunday - forbidden to cross any more unauthorized cotton fields we had to stay on the road and CS cavalry were formed across the road to block us. There was a lively and escalating argument for several moments so Marshall marches us up to the point that my barrel is about touching a horses head and gives READY - AIM -ELEVATE- at which the cavalry retires. Later that day, shortly after the riot sparked by the seizing of the colors at Champion Hill by the ever gallant Joe Smotherman, we bumped into Rambo a little too close once and again and our officers were trying to defuse things. Some punk is mouthing at the rebs and Marshall tells him to shut up, the punk says "kiss my ass" and Marshall puts this huge fist in his face and says "You don't want to f___ with me boy !". The punk was smarter than he looked and shut up.

[Utley]

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Pious Jeems,

I do recall the cup, and if I'm not mistaken, recall it in Marshall's hands full of an "adult beverage." He was never one that let you keep a solemn face for very long. One of the funniest incidents I recall involving Cleburnes was in the 80's at Parker's Crossroads. We had stacked arms in the woods and were "resting" on either side of the stacks, when a "stick" fight broke out. Well, those woods must have been used by some locals for partying (or maybe it was Cleburnes from the night before) because there were numerous beer bottles lying about. Pretty soon, the sticks stopped flying and the bottles took their place! I'd never seen any grown men hurl beer bottles at each other with force, and laughing the whole time. I was all of about 14 and I remember taking cover behind the nearest tree I could find.

My prayers are with his family and friends. Just be sure not to sing any "Aye, aye, ya ya" Barnacle Bill songs at the funeral....although Marshall would probably laugh at that.

[Pious Jeems]

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Ah, the memories, 1st Raymond, the Stick/Bottle Fight at Parkers Crossroads.
Brother Utley, you make me feel old.

So you want to see the Captain Hell suit we made him put on prior to presenting him with a handsome frock for his years as Capt.

Here it is!

Gary Pierce has been chatting about the Knoxville, Illinois event Cleburnes came to support an early authentic event put on by the 102nd. Illinois Infantry. A fine time had by all. What about the ball and chain put on Bill? Ha.

The one and only Capt. Hell, you haven't been chewed out till he did it as 1st Sgt. of Cleburnes. Never left my musket at right should shift when it was supposed to be at shoulder. Franklin 125th.

There was a brief memorial service yesterday in Cedar Hill Tenn.

We Loved Him like no other!
As Neil Pistole would say Make it Happen Cap'n!

[H. L. Hanger]

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From this morning's Tenneesean:

Marshall Bryan JONES
Cheatham
Age 56
July 1, 2007
Age 56, passed away on July 1, 2007 at his residence. He is survived by his daughter, Jennifer Laura Jones, of Chapmansboro, a sister and two brothers, four nephews, and two nieces. He was preceded in death by his parents. A memorial service was held on July 4, 2007 for family in White House. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Childrens Center of Knoxville, Tennessee, 301 Frank St Knoxville, TN 37919. CHEATHAM COUNTY FUNERAL HOME, 615-792-552, Obit line, 615-792-2771

J

[Fiddlebum]

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I met Marshall only a couple of times, a few years back, as he was the sweetheart of a good friend at the time. I enjoyed his company, even though it was short.

Kim Caudell

[boreguard]

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I don't think I'd ever met Marshall, however one of my friends and neighbors Larry Moreton knew him, not to mention many of you did as well. I chuckle at the stories you all have posted and it reminds me that our common thread is a shared experience and appreciation for the period we all try so hard to reenact, and in many cases live, ultimately making me feel as though I lost a friend also.

I pray that God will console and shower his grace on Marshall's family, and somehow I sense that Marshall is probably sitting on a fence rail in heaven talking to a veteran comparing the real thing to reenacting.

God's speed!

[Pious Jeems]

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Thank you Brother for posting those kind comments about Marshall, he had a course exterior but a heart of gold that few knew about.

There are so many memories of Marshall over the years, his laugh, his quick wit and most of all his quick reaction on the field.

Another memory of Cleburnes at Oxford winter camp, the University of Miss. ROTC members were brought out by Capt. Bobby Towery Jr. to his dad's hunting club. Bobby Sr. would always welcome us each year to this large field that had an excellent growth of timber along the borders.

Marshall was marching the company about doing maneuvers for the ROTC group when he gave a preceding order, with a laugh. We did an about and quickly charged bayonet with a hurrah when he gave the order then did as ordered to a quick step if I remember correctly.

The ROTC group had been following along behind us and the cold steel caused a quick reaction in them moving backwards. Marshall ordered a halt as most of us and he were laughing so hard.

And the memories continue!

[jmikenas]

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Marshall -- wow, does he bring back memories of the early days of the authenticity movement--and he could dance like a mad fool! While a Mudsill, I had the pleasure of clashing with him and the rest of the boys in Cleburne's many times. We bumped, we thumped, we gave and got -- and laughed like hell when the "carnage" ended! God bless you, Marsh' -- you'll be missed. See if St. Peter can buck dance, will you?

[vamick]

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I never knew Marshall, but if the true measure of a man is what is said about him after he's gone..then he was a good friend and well loved...would that those same sentiments be said of us all!..what higher praise is needed?

[jmikenas]

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Thanks for the memories, Marshall. I fondly remember, as a Derenberger-era Mudsill, "clashing" with you and the boys from Cleburne's in several skirmishes, and then laughing like hell after the dust settled and the bruises started to swell up!. Anyone who ever saw Marshall buck-dance got a real treat!

1st Sgt. John Mikenas, 5th Kentucky Mudsills; ret.