Remembering Our Rain Day Boys
Rain Day Boys
- James Leo Farrell, Private
- Bert Buchanan, Private First Class
- Harold Thomas Carey, Private First Class
- Hallie Jackson Closser, Private First Class
- Harry Dunn, Private First Class
- John Grimes Duvall, Private First Class
- Floyd Thomas Hickman, Private First Class
- Benjamin Arvid Manning, Mechanic
- Frederick W. Marshall, Private First Class
- George T. McNeely, Private First Class
- Francis Benton Moore, Private First Class
- Charles Edward Murphy, Corporal
- John Milton Paden, Mess Sergeant
- Walter Bertram Riggle, Lieutenant
- Lawrence Leslie Staggers, Private First Class
- William Webster Throckmorton, Private First Class
- Russell Kenneth Yoders, Private First Class
- Norman Montgomery Zahniser, Private First Class
By the end of World War I, at least 60 local soldiers from Greene County made the ultimate sacrifice and highlights the heavy toll this conflict took on the local community.
The Rain Day Boys’ legacy lives on through the annual Rain Day celebration in Waynesburg. This event brings the community together to remember and honor the sacrifices made by these brave soldiers. It is a time for reflection, gratitude, and solidarity, as the town pays homage to those who fought valiantly for their country.
For those interested in delving deeper into the history of the Rain Day Boys and their courageous acts, the website GreeneConnections.com provides valuable information. It offers a comprehensive resource to learn about the men of Company K, their stories, and the impact of their sacrifice on the local community.
