You all are fantastic! Thanks so much. I am not certain about the city directories, as his son had the same name. But this must be his death certificate, as I know he was in the
Almshouse the previous year. It's still a mystery why he's not listed with his wife and kids in 1870 and 1880 census records. But how did you all get the certificate # and the contents of the certificate?
Again, much thanks. I'm in Connecticut if anyone needs a lookup!