Gabriel DuVall Brokaw family, ca. 1880. Named Abraham at birth, he was one of 13 children of John Andrew Brokaw and Hannah Caroline Bush. He married Alcestia Jane McCracken on Feb 4, 1873, and died Apr 15, 1931. He had three children, including Maud in this picture. Contact sumbitter for biographies of his ancestors.
People in photo include: Alcestia Jane McCracken and Maud Brokaw
Abraham Duvall) Brokaw was born on February 4, 1850. Family, friend, or fan, this family history biography is for you to remember Abraham (Gabriel DuVall) Brokaw.
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