Henry James Cathcart, a retired merchant from La Grande and formerly of Joseph, passed away on September 2, 1965, after a period of ill health. Born on October 23, 1891, in Duncan, British Columbia, he had lived in Joseph for 18 years. Memorial services took place at Bollman Chapel, with internment at Prairie Creek Cemetery. He is survived by his wife Eda, son Jack, daughter Barbara Kinney, two sisters, a brother, and four grandchildren.
Isaac Cathcart, born in 1845 in Fermanagh County, Ireland, became a prominent citizen of Snohomish County, Washington. Emigrating at nineteen, he worked various jobs, eventually settling in Snohomish after arriving in 1868 with just eleven dollars. Through diligence and astute business decisions, he established the Exchange Hotel and Cathcart Opera House, amassing over 3,500 acres of land and significant urban property. A Republican, he served as Snohomish County treasurer from 1882 to 1886. He was married to Julia J. Johns and had three children.
Enoch J. Cathcart was born on April 25, 1849, in Giles County, Tennessee, to Allen and Eliza J. Cathcart. After his father’s early death, Enoch began farming and later settled in Bivinsville, where he opened a general merchandise store and served as Postmaster. He built a successful business through his courteous demeanor and fair dealings. A member of the Methodist Episcopal Church South for nine years, he also participated in the Masonic fraternity. He is one of seven children, with five still living.