Exum Philip Whitefield

(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, 1860's. Married (1st.) M. Manerva Thompson (D. 1853); (2nd.) Sara Jane Palmer. Had 12 children.

Old City Cemetery
1973