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OBITUARIES
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January 30, 1919
Thorp Courier
Thorp, Wisconsin
Mrs. John R. ALGER died at the home of her son-in-law, J. D. ELMENDORF, on Monday, Jan. 27, 1919. Aged about 70 years. She was an old resident of this village, coming here with her husband over thirty years ago. Mr. ALGER died about 28 years ago. Mrs. Alger has suffered with a cancer for the past year and a half.
She leaves one son, George ALGER of the town of Worden, Clark County, Wis., and two brothers, John HOFFMAN of the town of Thorp, and Eugene HOFFMAN of Kendall, Wis.
The funeral took place on Wednesday morning from the M. E. Church, Rev. George Crow officiating, six of the deceased's grandsons acting as pallbearers. Interment took place in the Thorp Village Cemetery.
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March 9, 1905
Thorp Courier
Thorp, Wisconsin
The infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. George ALGER died on Friday last. The funeral took place on Sunday afternoon from the residence.
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October 2, 1890
Thorp Courier
Thorp, Wisconsin
Died, at his home in this village, on Friday, September 26, 1890, John ALGER, of heart failure, aged 51 years, 9 months and 19 days.
John Alger was born near Dunfrees(sp), Canada West, and came alone to this country when twelve years of age and was not heard of for eighteen years, passing most of his time on the lakes. He was on his way to Milwaukee to ship again when a stranger accosted him on the ears and insisted that he knew him; but it was a case of mistaken identity, as he was taken for his brother. Through this stranger, he learned that he was only 16 miles from his beloved Christian mother and three brothers, who lived near Omro, Wis., whither he went at once. On February 7, 1866, he was married to Miss Arcelia HOFFMAN at Wexford, Winnebago Co., Wis. Three years ago he came to this village with his family. During his residence here he made many friends who deeply regret his death, which occurred quite suddenly. His funeral occurred on Sunday last, Rev. J. E. Webster officiating, and was largely attended. He leaves his faithful wife, son George, and daughter, Mrs. Eliza ELMENDORF. His three brothers, Nelson, Joseph and Wesley, who live near Omro, were present at the funeral, also a sister, Mrs. Eliza WILBUR, of Omro; also a brother-in-law, Eugene HOFFMAN, and wife of Meadow Valley, Wis.
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Monday, May 28, 1928
Stevens Point Daily Journal
Stevens Point, Wisconsin
OBITUARY
Mrs. Nelson ALLISON, a girlhood and young womanhood resident of Stevens Point and daughter of Fred CRAIG, janitor at Nelson hall, the dormitory connected with the State Teacher's college, passed from life at 9:15 o'clock Saturday night at her home in the village of Hancock. She will be buried in Campbell's Corners cemetery Tuesday afternoon, following services at 2:30 by Rev. Mr. Cook, pastor of Hancock Methodist church.
Mrs. Allison's death was caused by sciatic rheumatism, with which she had been a great sufferer for a number of months. Prior to last February she was a patient at St. Michael's hospital in this city for three or four weeks, where she received beneficial treatment and her condition was quite favorable until the first of the month, when she suffered a relapse.
The deceased, whose maiden name was Minnie CRAIG, was born in Almond 52 years ago last December. The family moved to this city when she was a young girl. Practically all the time since her marriage to Mr. ALLISON, they had resided at Hancock. There are five sons and daughters. Fred and Oakley ALLISON of Hancock, Walter ALLISON, a member of the United States Marine Corp. and now in or near the Hawaiian islands; Mrs. Floyd GEORGE of Wisconsin Rapids and Mrs. Clarence HIRST of Hancock. Wilbur CRAIG of this city is a brother of Mrs. Allison, as is also Jet CRAIG, whose present address is unknown. Three grandchildren also survive. Mrs. Fred CRAIG died in Stevens Point 18 years ago.
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Friday, July 14, 1933
Stevens Point Daily Journal
Stevens Point, Wisconsin
OBITUARY
Mrs. Lillian Allison Applebee
Mrs. Lillian Allison APPLEBEE, a resident of Plainfield for many years, died at 11:40 o'clock Wednesday night at the home of her niece, Mrs. Fred SULTZ, at Nekoosa. Mrs. Applebee had been ill for five weeks following a paralytic stroke.
Mrs. Applebee, whose maiden name was Lillian ALLISON, was born in Tawntywanty county, New York, on September 12, 1853, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John ALLISON. When 10 years old she moved with her parents to central Wisconsin. She was married to Richard APPLEBEE on December 10, 1874.
Surviving are three brothers Charles and Nelson ALLISON of Plainfield and Theodore ALLISON of Nekoosa, and several nieces. One brother and four sisters preceded her in death. Mr. Applebee died four years ago.
Mrs. Applebee was a member of the Baptist church for 50 years, a charter member of the Royal Neighbors of America and a member of the Rebekah lodge.
Funeral services will be held Sunday afternoon at 1:30 o'clock at the home and 2 o'clock at the Plainfield town hall. Burial will be in Plainfield cemetery. Rev. C. Randall of the Baptist church will officiate.
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April 9, 1903
Thorp Courier
Thorp, Wisconsin
Mrs. Adeline BAST died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. George BIDDLE in the town of Thorp, Clark County, Wis., on Thursday, April 3, 1903, of typhoid-pneumonia, aged 42 years. Her parents were the late Mr. and Mrs. George W. CRAIG, who both died within the past two years. She was born at Springfield, Wis. on April 23, 1861, and leaves her husband, Peter BAST, and three children by a former husband (Ezekiel B. BANCROFT), Mrs. George BIDDLE, Melvin BANCROFT and Mrs. Sam PEARSON of this place, besides a number of brothers and sisters and other relatives to mourn her early demise. The funeral took place from the Baptist Church on Sunday afternoon last, Rev. A. B. Soule officiating.
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December 27, 1906
Thorp Courier
Thorp, Wisconsin
Death, ever present, is a fact constantly making itself manifest. It strikes the young and old, rich and poor, and the pangs it inflicts are measured by character, worth and good deeds of the victim it has laid low. It is our sad duty to chronicle the passing away of a friend and neighbor, whom none was more estimable. George BIDDLE, SR., a man who by his uprightness, by ever holding to the golden rule as the guide of his life, was respected by all his fellow men. Mr. Biddle, who has lived alone on his farm about one mile north of the village, was found to be quite ill the forepart of last week and his son, Peter BIDDLE, conveyed him to his home in the town of Reeseburg, where he died on Thursday morning December 20, 1906. He was 80 years of age and had been a resident here for nearly twenty-five years. Mr. Biddle was born at Manchester, England, April 16, 1826, where he resided until he became of age, and after marriage removed to Cranbrook, Ontario, Canada, where his wife died May 1, 1883, when he removed to this place with his children. The funeral took place on Saturday, Rev. J. B. Bachman officiating, interment taking place in the Reeseburg Cemetery.
He leaves to mourn his death five children, Peter, Richard and George BIDDLE JR., of this place, Thomas BIDDLE of Kalispel, Montana, and Mrs. Katherine RICH, of Colorado Springs, Col., who have the sympathy of all in their bereavement.
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March 1, 1928
Thorp Courier
Thorp, Wisconsin
Joyce Esther, the little two-year-old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Willis BRENNER, died at the Sacred Heart Hospital at Eau Claire February 19, 1928 of acute encephalitis hemorrhagica, acute inflammation of the brain with hemorrhages, from which she had been suffering for about three weeks. The body was brought here Monday for burial.
She was a sweet and tender little child and was loved by everyone who knew her, and will be sadly missed by all. She leaves to mourn her death, her mother and father, Mr. and Mrs. Willis Brenner, an infant brother, grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Norman CRAIG, and grandmother, Mrs. Andrew BRENNER, besides eleven aunts and thirteen uncles and sixteen cousins.
The funeral services were held Wednesday afternoon at the M. E. Church, Rev. John Brehm of Gilman officiating. Interment followed in the Riverside Cemetery at Withee.
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January 4, 1906
Thorp Courier
Thorp, Wisconsin
Alice, the little daughter of Mr. and Mrs. George BURKE, died on Thursday of last week after an illness extending over a period of nearly four weeks. The ailment at first was bronchitis and was followed by other complications, which resulted fatally to the little one. She was born on October 11, 1904, and was an unusually rugged and healthy child up to the time of her illness. The parents and family have the sincere sympathy of all in their sudden bereavement. The funeral took place from St. Bernard's Catholic Church on Saturday forenoon, Father Douvan officiating, interment taking place in the Catholic Cemetery.
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June 1916
Thorp Courier
Thorp, Wisconsin
IN MEMORIAM
Just before the break of day on Friday June 9, 1916, Mrs. Altie BURKE, beloved wife of our most prominent and foremost townsman, George BURKE, died after a severe illness extending over a period of 8 days of peritonitis. None but those who have sat in the shadow of a great bereavement can justly weigh such a sorrow as this. Those who have gone down into the valley of suffering and stood by the side of a loved one, as hope after hope dropped away as the petals fall from a fading flower, know that such anguish cannot find solace in the tenderest words. She who has gone forth couldn't be supported on her solitary path by any earthly friend. The husband, with devotion few men are capable of, whose strength was given sweetly, tenderly to this precious invalid, whose heroic devotion never faltered, could not detain her by the clasp of earthly love; but after the last word had been spoken, the last sign of recognition was gone, a look of peace settled upon her face, which proclaimed victory and he knew she was resting on a mighty arm.
Mrs. Burke was an exemplary wife and mother inspired by the love of her husband and children. She was born in Almond, Portage, Wisconsin on December 25, 1869, daughter of Mr. & Mrs. George CRAIG, both deceased, and came with her parents in 1887. On Nov. 21, 1888, she was united in marriage to George Burke, this union being blessed with six children, John BURKE, Mrs. Roger PIPER, Lucille, Ruth, Dolly, and Bernice BURKE and the stricken husband, also four brothers and three sisters, Fred CRAIG, Mrs. L. FREEDY, George CRAIG, Mrs. Chas. CHAMBERLAIN, Al CRAIG, Mrs. George ALGER and Norman CRAIG survive, and to who the sympathy of the entire community is extended in their deep affection.
The floral offering were very plentiful showing the great esteem of a large circle of friends. The funeral took place on Monday morning from St. Bernard's Catholic Church. Father Neise assisted by Father F. X. Padio as deacon and Father Quinn of Stanley as subdeacon, celebrated solemn high mass, the attendance being the largest ever seen on a number of occasions in the village of Thorp. During the funeral every business place in the village was closed as a mark of respect. Internment took place in the Catholic Cemetery.
Source: Cathleen Sunderland
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March 23, 1888
Thorp Courier
Thorp, Wisconsin
A sad and fatal accident occurred on Wednesday of this week through which Edmund BURKE, son of Mr. and Mrs. John BURKE, lost his life. As the passenger train was going east at 11:30 a.m., Edmund, who was driving a yoke of cattle, had crossed the track to the south side at the east end of the Nye, Lusk & Hudson mill yard, and was driving alongside the track, when the cattle started to recross the track when Ed stepped in front of them to force them back, the engine coming swiftly along struck him and he fell to the ground with his left leg across the rail. The train was quickly stopped and he was carried to the residence of this parents at the Douglas House and medical assistance called in, but of no avail as after lingering for two and one-half hours he expired. The above facts are as near as obtainable as no one was with him and the true cause may therefore never be known. He was a sober and very industrious young man and the family has the sincere sympathy of the entire community. His age was 31 years.
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June 11, 1891
Thorp Courier
Thorp, Wisconsin
Died, at her residence in this village on June 4, 1891, Ellen A., beloved wife of John BURKE, of heart disease, aged 57 years, 1 month and 8 days.
Ellen A. McCARTY was born in Wellington Township, Ontario, Canada, May 1, 1834, and came to Wisconsin in 1851, landing at Watertown, where she remained two years. She was united in marriage with John Burke in 1853 and removed to Kingston, Green Lake Co., where they resided on a farm until nine years ago, since which time they have conducted the Douglas House in this village. She was the mother of seven children, George, Mrs. Mary A. MURPHY, Edmund, Mrs. Lizzie ROTH, Mrs. Ella POPPE, Mrs. Lula SNYDER and Miss Pearl, all with her husband surviving her, except Edmund, who met his death on the railroad track in this village about two years ago. Respected by all, her death is a sad blow to her immediate relatives and the community in which she so long resided. The funeral was conducted by Rev. C. Weikmann from The Catholic Church on Saturday morning last, twenty-seven carriages following the remains to their last resting place at the Thorp Catholic Cemetery.
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October 17, 1918
Thorp Courier
Thorp, Wisconsin
After an illness extending over a period of many months, George BURKE died at the Mayo Hospital at Rochester, Minn., on Thursday morning, October 10, 1918. About a year ago he spent several weeks at a hospital at Eau Claire and upon his return home seemed to have greatly improved his condition but close confinement to office work soon resulted in a general collapse. He then went to the hospital at Chippewa Falls, where he remained under treatment for several months, returning home in August. His condition again became worse and four weeks ago he went to the Mayo hospital where he continually lost strength until the end came. The body arrived here on Friday night, and owing to the illness of his daughter's at his own home with influenza, was taken to the home of his sister, Mrs. John ROTH.
Mr. Burke was born on a farm near Kingston, Green Lake County, Wis., on October 16, 1853. Here he grew to manhood, and in 1882 he came to Thorp, Clark County, Wis. with his parents. For a number of years he conducted the Douglas House, and in the meantime was elected town clerk of the town of Withee and also justice of the peace. He served as clerk and justice for a number of years and also as clerk of the school board for twenty years. The office of justice of the peace he held for more than thirty years, and in the hundreds of intricate cases which came before him as judge, his decisions in affecting a settlement, justice was always in his foremost thoughts and endeavors. In 1913 he was appointed postmaster, which position he resigned in 1915 to become cashier of the Farmers Exchange Bank, which latter position he held at the time of his death.
His whole life was an open book. His convictions, whether right or wrong, were honest and sincere, resulting from much careful study and analysis on his part, and with which he calmly met the fate of all flesh. To man, woman or child, saint or sinner, he always extended a cordial greeting that lent a ray of light to brighten their pathway in the journey of life.
Conscience guided him in every act. No man in this community had more friends than George Burke had, and on all occasions he was most generous in the welfare of all with whom he came in contact.
Mr. Burke was married Nov. 21, 1888, to Miss Altie CRAIG, who died June 9, 1916. Six children, John, Mrs. Roy PIPER, Lucille, Ruth, Dorothy and Bernice, all of mature age, survive. He also leaves five sisters: Mrs. T. F. MURPHY, Mrs. John ROTH, Mrs. W. E. POPPE, Mrs. E. L. SNYDER and Mrs. Anson HEAGLE.
The funeral services were held on Tuesday from St. Bernard's Catholic Church, Father Neise officiating, interment following in the Catholic Cemetery.
The pallbearers were M. Greisch, John Verkuilen, Wm. Krause, Herman Friess, John Boie and John Daniels.
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Wednesday, February 23, 1927
Stevens Point Daily Journal
Stevens Point, Wisconsin
OBITUARY
George E. Burke
The remains of George Edward BURKE, an early day resident of Plover who for many years owned and operated a farm near Knowlton, Marathon county, were expected to arrive here on a Soo train this afternoon from Bowman, North Dakota, where he died at 2:30 o'clock Monday morning, aged 76 years. Mr. Burke, or Burk, as he usually spelled his name, disposed of his property in this neighborhood five years ago and had since been living with a daughter, Mrs. A. N. HAMILTON, at Bowman.
He retired in apparent good health a week ago last Sunday night but when Mrs. Hamilton went to his room the next morning she found that one side of his face had become distorted and he was unable to speak. An examination by the doctor who was called disclosed that Mr. Burke suffered a paralytic stroke. During the week which followed this affliction he could not utter a word but remained conscious until a few moments before his death.
The deceased was a native of Vermont, living in the New England state until he was 11 years of age, when the family came west and settled on a tract of land in the town of Plover. A few years later the then young man located in the Knowlton neighborhood and made his home there continuously until after the death of his wife, who passed away six years ago. Before her marriage she was Miss Sarah Jane KEECH.
Surviving sons and daughters are Mrs. Hamilton, George R. BURKE of Miles City, Mont., C. I. BURKE of Chicago, L. BURKE of South Bend, Ind., and Mrs. Stephen FIRKUS of the town of Dewey, this county. L. Burke reached Stevens Point on Tuesday and Mrs. Hamilton and George Burke accompanied their father's body here. Other near relatives are three sisters at Wausau.
All that was mortal of Mr. Burke will be kept at the Boston funeral home until Friday noon, when the cortege will leave for Knowlton and services held at the M. E. church in that village at 2 p.m., conducted by Rev. Wilson Mallory of Granton. Interment will take place in the family lot in Knowlton cemetery.
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April 6, 1893
Thorp Courier
Thorp, Wisconsin
Again Mr. and Mrs. George BURKE are called upon to mourn the loss of an infant child, a son, aged nine months, whose death occurred early on Monday morning last, from a complication of measles and bronchial trouble. The funeral took place on Tuesday from the Catholic Church.
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September 12, 2007
Dallas, Texas
IN MEMORIAM
George Edgar Byrd died at Methodist Hospital in Dallas on September 12, 2007 at the age of 76. He was born June 5, 1931, in Paris, Lamar County, Texas, to William Virgil Byrd of Honey Grove and Susie Belle (Parker) Byrd of Benson, Louisiana. His parents, ‘Bill’ and Susie, also had a daughter who was born in1930 and passed away before George was born.
While George was still grade-school-age, his parents moved to Denver, Colorado, to seek treatment for his severe asthma at a leading hospital facility in that area. He grew to manhood in Colorado and attended The University of Colorado. George was a member of the United States Naval Reserve and eventually served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War as a sergeant. While stationed in Japan, he met his future wife, Ran Takayama.
George was preceded in death by both parents. He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Ran (Takayama) Byrd; one daughter, Cynthia (Byrd) Wall of Dallas; two sons, Ronald Byrd of Irving and his wife, Sheryl, Lawrence S. Byrd of Dallas; two grandsons, Brandon and Derek Wall of Dallas; one granddaughter, Elizabeth Byrd of Irving; and two great-granddaughters, Phoebe and Sara Akridge of Irving.
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January 19, 2006
Effingham Daily News
Effingham, Illinois
Death Notices for Thursday, Jan. 19, 2006
SUSAN CAPPS
Susan A. (Sue Sue) CAPPS, 63, of Gahanna, Ohio, died peacefully on Thursday, Jan. 12, 2006.
A memorial service will be held from 2 to 3:30 p.m. Sunday in the community room of Stygler Village, 140 Imperial Drive, Gahanna, Ohio. Her body was donated to science. All who were touched by her vibrant spirit are invited to attend.
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OBITUARY
CAPPS, Susan A. (Sue-Sue), 63, died peacefully on January 12, 2006. Born on September 16, 1942, she was preceded in death by mother Marnita JENNINGS and sister Linda Lou. Survived by daughter Sheryl (CRAIG) BYRD and husband Ron, son David BAIRD, sister Kay (JENNINGS) and husband Greg, brother Carl LACY, two granddaughters, two great-granddaughters, three nieces, three nephews and a host of lifelong friends across the country. Originally from Effingham, IL, where she was a member of the First Baptist Church, she called Ohio home for the past twenty-four years. Despite lifelong health challenges, she was known for her gusto for life, and her sunny disposition will be missed by all who knew her. A writer and contributor to community newsletters, she also could be found working in the offices of Stygler Village where she lived in Gahanna and Chimes Terrace in Johnstown where she lived previously. A memorial will be held from 2-3:30 on Sunday January 22nd in the community room of Stygler Village, 140 Imperial Dr., Gahanna, Oh. All who were touched by her vibrant spirit are invited to attend as we send her home with no regrets.
Source: Tim McWhorter
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January 18, 2006
Gahanna News
Suburban News Publications
Gahanna, Ohio
Susan Capps
Susan A. "Sue-Sue" CAPPS, 63, died Jan. 12.
Mrs. Capps, formerly employed in offices at Stygler Village and
at Chimes Terrace in Johnstown, was a member of First Baptist Church in Effingham, Ill.
She is survived by her daughter, Sheryl (CRAIG) BYRD and husband Ron; son, David BAIRD; sister Kay (JENNINGS) and husband Greg; brother, Carl LACY; two granddaughers, two great-granddaughters; nieces and nephews.
A memorial service will be held from 2 to 3:30 p.m. Sunday in the community room of Stygler Village, 140 Imperial Drive.
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May 19, 1911
Clinton Register
DeWitt Co., Illinois
S. A. CHAPIN IS DEAD.
Sunday morning at 4 o'clock at the home of his son Dr. C. E. Chapin, corner of Clinton and Chestnut streets, Bloomington, occurred the death of Stillman A. CHAPIN, one of the pioneer residents of DeWitt county, and of Central Illinois. He had been ill for the past few months with debilities of age, but his condition had not been considered serious until during the past few days.
Mr. Chapin was born on August 13, 1821, in Madison county, Illinois, and was the son of Hiram and Martha Chapin, pioneer residents of this state. Like most of the boys, Mr. Chapin received nothing more than a common school education, but along the lines of his work his training was not limited and he early acquired the art of farming. Up to the time of marriage he remained at home and gave his father the benefit of his services. He was married to Miss Susan LAFFERTY in 1843. To this union seven children were born, 3 of whom are now living, as follows: Dr. Hiram S., of Holder; Mrs. Mary COTTINGHAM, of Lincoln; and Dr. C. E. CHAPIN, of Bloomington; Dr. Samuel CHAPIN and another son who was killed at Saybrook a few years ago.
It was in 1848 that Mr. Chapin entered a tract of 160 acres of improved land in DeWitt township. This he placed under cultivation and erected a good set of farm buildings, including a handsome residence, where he resided until 1856, when he traded for other land in the immediate vicinity and on this he made his home until 1864. Having sold this, he bought land near the village of DeWitt, where he remained until 1873, when he moved to the town of DeWitt. In connection with his farming, he was also extensively engaged in the stock business, and after locating in DeWitt was interested in the mercantile business.
Mrs. Chapin died May 24, 1909, and since that time Mr. Chapin had made his home with his son, Dr. Chapin of Bloomington.
Politically Mr. Chapin was a Democrat and at different times had filled most of the township offices. He held the office of justice of the peace continuously for a period of thirty years. His first presidential vote was cast for James K. Polk. He was a member of the Masonic fraternity, belonging to Among lodge of DeWitt. He was a member of the Cumberland Presbyterian church.
The remains were taken to DeWitt for burial and the funeral services were held at the Presbyterian church there Tuesday morning at 10 o'clock.
J. R. BOSSERMAN and wife, the latter being a niece of the deceased, attended the funeral. C. S. LAFFERTY, who is now in California, is a nephew of Mr. Chapin.
Source: Judy Simpson
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Friday, May 24, 1889
Clinton Public
Clinton, Illinois
Levi Thomas COTTINGHAM, of DeWitt, died at the insane hospital in Kankakee last Saturday, and on Tuesday his body was interred in the DeWitt cemetery. Eight years ago Mr. Cottingham was stricken down by the heat of the sun while at work on his farm, from which he never recovered. His mind became affected, and for five years his faithful wife nursed and waited upon him; but three years ago he became so violent that Mrs. COTTINGHAM finally gave consent to have him removed to the hospital at Kankakee for treatment. There was no balm in Gilead and he lingered on with darkened intellect till last Saturday, when death released him.
Mr. Cottingham was born in DeWitt township thirty-eight years ago, and was educated at Adrian College, Michigan. He was married to a daughter of `Squire S. A. CHAPIN, and his wife and one boy survive him. He leaves his family well provided for, as he was the owner of three hundred acres of good land in DeWitt township. His brother William and his sisters, Mrs. M. T. FLETCHER and Mrs. GRAY came from Kansas to attend the funeral. The Rev. Mr. Fox, of Foosland, a college classmate of Mr. Cottingham's, conducted the funeral ceremonies.
Source: Judy Simpson
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Saturday, December 31, 1910
Stevens Point Journal
Stevens Point, Wisconsin
THE LAST SAD PARTINGS
Brief Obituary Notices of Those Who Have Recently Passed to the Other Side.
MRS. FREDERICK CRAIG.
Mrs. Frederick CRAIG died at her home in this city, Monday morning at 5 o'clock, after an illness of about 12 weeks. Death came as a result of a complication of diseases.
Almira Lovina FREEDAY [sic] was born in Elmira, New York, September 4, 1858, being therefore in the fifty-second year of her age. Her family left Elmira when she was a child, coming to this state. She was married to Mr. CRAIG, March 24, 1878. She and her husband then moved to Spencer and later to Thorp, where Mr. Craig was employed as a hoop maker. In the fall of 1886 they moved to this city, which has been their home up to the present time. For several years, Mrs. Craig had been in poor health and for the past five weeks had not been able to leave her bed.
She is survived by her husband and two sons and one daughter. The latter are William of this city, Mrs. W. A.[sic] ALLISON of Plainfield, and Jet of Fargo, N.D. She is also survived by her aged mother, Mrs. Maggie OSTRANDER of Bancroft and four brothers and one sister. The latter are Mrs. Nelson INGRAM and Charles and Frank FREEDAY [sic] of Bancroft, Herbert of Hancock and Moses of Withey [sic]. She had eleven grandchildren.
The funeral was held Wednesday afternoon at 2 o'clock, at the house, Rev. W.B. Fuller officiating. Internment following in Forest cemetery.
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January 2, 1919
Thorp Courier
Thorp, Wisconsin
The little son of Mrs. Roy CRAIG died at the hospital at Chippewa Falls on Saturday last (12/28/1918). The body was brought here on Sunday and the funeral took place on Tuesday from the Soo Hotel. The father of the little one, Roy CRAIG, died four weeks ago.
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May 1, 2008
Associated Press
CBS 11 News
Dallas, Texas
(Obituary Extract)
NAME: Clay Allen Craig
AGE: 22
BORN: 19 MAY 1985; Dallas Co., Texas
DIED: 29 APR 2008
PLACE OF DEATH: Baghdad, Iraq
PARENTS: Roger Dean Craig, Jr., and Deborah Faye Redfearn
SURVIVORS: Wife - Cynthia (BARNES) CRAIG; daughter - Izabel CRAIG; Grandmother - Juanita WEATHERSBY; Parents - Deborah (David) REDFEARN, Roger Dean CRAIG, Jr.; Siblings - Joyce Renee (CRAIG) FROSCH, Nita Lynn (CRAIG) EDWARDS, Tara Ann CRAIG, Roger Dean CRAIG III, Michelle GODWIN, and Stephen Bruce CRAIG; as well as many adoring nieces and nephews.
FUNERAL: 11:00 a.m., 09 MAY 2008 at Anderson-Clayton Brothers Funeral Home in Mesquite, Texas.
BURIAL: 1:30 p.m, 09 MAY 2008 at Dallas-Ft. Worth National Cemetery
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June 1902
(paper unknown)
Wisconsin
DIED
CRAIG.—Cornelia, widow of Geo. W. CRAIG, died at her home in this village on Thursday, June 5, 1902, of dropsy and general debility, at the age of 71 years.
Cornelia EASTLING was born in Oxford, Upper Canada, October 14, 1831, and at the age of 15 years, moved to Lake County, Ind., and afterwards returned to Canada and was married at Hobart, Can.[sic], July 4, 1849 to Geo. W. Craig, who died in this village July 7, 1901. Shortly after her marriage she removed to this State and resided for short periods of time in Washington, Winnebago and Waushara counties, removing with her husband to this village from Plainfield, Wis., about sixteen years ago. She was the mother of fifteen children, nine of whom, viz: Fred, Mrs. M.L. FREEDY, George L., Mrs. P. BAST, Mrs. Chas. CHAMBERLAIN, Albert, Mrs. Geo. BURKE, Mrs. Geo. ALGER, and Norman, still survive her.
Her funeral, which was attended by a large number of friends and relatives, took place at the Baptist church in this village on last Sunday, Rev. Rutherford of Chicago preaching the funeral sermon. Her remains were laid to rest in the village cemetery beside those of her late husband.
Source: Kathleen Daugherty
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Funeral Card
Name: Duane Edward CRAIG
Born: May 06, 1935; Cornell, Chippewa Co., Wisconsin
Died: April 11, 1990; Dallas, Dallas Co., Texas
Services: Liberty Baptist Church; Dallas, Texas
Date/Time: Monday, April 16, 1990; 12:00 noon
Interment: Laurel Oaks Memorial Park; Dallas, Texas
Arrangements: Angelic Funeral Home; Dallas, Texas
Survivors: Sons — Jerry Duane CRAIG, Richard Allen CRAIG, Kristel Dean CRAIG, all of Dallas; daughters — Duana Kay HAYWOOD of Chicago, ILL., and Lisa Rene CRAIG of Dallas. (Both parents, Kristel Albert and Doris P. CRAIG, preceded him in death); brothers — Donald WOOD and Jimmy CRAIG; one sister, Sheryl BYRD; a host of other relatives and numerous friends.
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March 21, 1929
Thorp Courier
Thorp, Wisconsin
Mrs. George L. CRAIG died at her home in this village on Saturday last, erysipelas, followed by apoplexy being the cause. Deceased was born at Plainfield, Wis., on August 30, 1860, and had reached the age of 68 years, 7 months and 16 days. She leaves to mourn, her aged husband, George L. CRAIG, one daughter, Mrs. James NORTON of Thorp, one sister, Mrs. George TRAYER of Plainfield, and one brother, Joe SNYDER of Wis. Rapids. The funeral took place on Tuesday from the residence, Rev. W. Bennetts officiating, interment following the services in the Thorp Village Cemetery.
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July 12, 1934
Stevens Point Daily Journal
Stevens Point, Wisconsin
OBITUARY
Floyd Chester CRAIG, age 27 years, son of Mr. and Mrs. Wilbur CRAIG, 1422 Clark street, died this morning at 4:15 o'clock at his home on 416 Center street. He had been ill and confined to bed for the past 16 months.
Mr. Craig was born on October 5, 1906, in Stevens Point. He attended the Mary D. Bradford training school and the Stevens Point High school. His marriage to Miss Julia CASSABAUM of Milwaukee took place at Waukegan, Illinois, on June 8, 1932.
Surviving are his wife, his parents, one daughter, Patricia; one brother, Lloyd CRAIG of Milwaukee, and three sisters, Mrs. Dan SLOSSER of Milwaukee, Mrs. Ina DAY, 1422 Clark street, and Mrs. Vincent (Florence) RYSKOSKI, 1433 Clark street.
Funeral services will be held Saturday afternoon at 2 o'clock at the Boston funeral home. Rev. Carl Asmus will officiate and burial will take place in the Forest cemetery.
The body will be at the funeral home until the time of the funeral.
(See newspaper article)
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Saturday, July 16, 1932
Stevens Point Daily Journal
Stevens Point, Wisconsin
FRED C. CRAIG
HEAT VICTIM, DIES IN AUTO
The first death in Stevens Point attributable in part to the present heat wave occurred Friday evening at 8 o'clock when Fred C. CRAIG, 1422 Clark Street, resident of Stevens Point for more than 40 years, died suddenly in a car at Forest cemetery. Death was caused by heart trouble induced by the heat.
Mr. Craig, who was the janitor at Nelson hall ever since it was built in 1917, worked Friday mowing the lawn. When he came home Friday night he complained of pains in his stomach and head. A doctor was consulted and a little later Mr. Craig felt well enough to visit Forest cemetery in company with Mr. and Mrs. Wilbur CRAIG and Mrs. Ina DAY. Just after entering the cemetery grounds, Mr. Craig collapsed and died almost immediately.
Mr. Craig was born at Almond, March 24, 1851, and was therefore 81 years of age. While he was still young the family moved to Colby and then to Thorp. At Thorp, Mr. Craig operated a hoop shop, making barrel hoops. He also rafted lumber on the Wisconsin river. About 43 years ago he moved to Stevens Point and for a short time he operated a hoop shop here at a location near the old Jackson mill. Later he was employed by the Copps company. In 1917 he became janitor at Nelson Hall and had been employed there since that time.
On March 24, 1874, he was married to Levina FREEDY at Almond. Three children were born to them; Wilbur M. CRAIG, 1422 Clark street, with whom Mr. Craig made his home; Jet CRAIG, whose present address is unknown; and Mrs. Nelson ALLISON, who died four years ago. Mrs. CRAIG died Dec. 26, 1910.
Two brothers, Al CRAIG of Cornell and Norman of Thorp, and three sisters, Mrs. L. M. FREEDY, Mrs. Charles CHAMBERLAIN, and Mrs. Lora [sic] ALGER, all of Thorp, also survive Mr. Craig. There are also 15 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. Seven brothers and sisters preceded Mr. Craig in death.
Funeral services will be held at the Roston funeral home Monday afternoon at 2 o'clock. Interment will be in the Forest cemetery beside the remains of his wife. Rev. James Blake will officiate.
The body is at the Wilbur Craig home and Monday morning it will be taken to the funeral home.
Source: Kathleen Daugherty
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July 25, 1929
Thorp Courier
Thorp, Wisconsin
George L. CRAIG and his brother Norman CRAIG, the latter driving his Star car, met with a deplorable accident on a road crossing the Soo Line track five miles east of this village, about 12:10 p.m. on Sunday last. In trying to cross the track their car stalled. Norman got out of the car, when the Mountaineer limited train came along and struck the car, which was badly wrecked. George Craig was badly injured about the head and his right leg severed below the knee. He was placed aboard the train and taken to the hospital at Marshfield where he died as a result of his injuries on Monday. The body was brought here on Monday afternoon by undertaker John G. Bogumill and prepared for burial. Deceased was seventy-four yearsof age and had been a resident here for more than forty years. He leaves to mourn one daughter, Mrs. James NORTON of this village and three brothers, Norman of this village, Fred of Stevens Point, Al of Cornell, and two sisters, Mrs. M. L. FREEDY Of Eau Claire and Mrs. George ALGER of Thorp.
The funeral was held on Wednesday afternoon from the home of his sister, Mrs. George Alger, Rev. Bish of Stanley officiating, interment following the services in the Thorp Village Cemetery.
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Thursday, July 11, 1901
Thorp Courier
Thorp, Wisconsin
CRAIG, GEORGE W.
George W. CRAIG, who has been ill since January last and failing continually since, died on Sunday last, aged 73 years. Mr. Craig has been a resident of this village some fifteen years, removing here from Portage County. He was a faithful soldier in the Civil War and a member of Co. E 18th Regt., Wis. Inf., and was held in high esteem by his comrades, many of whom turned out to attend his funeral, which was held from the M. E. church on Tuesday afternoon, Rev. J. B. Bachman officiating. He leaves a wife and ten children, all grown, to mourn his death.
Source: Kathleen Daugherty
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April 21, 1899
Thorp Courier
Thorp, Wisconsin
Iva, a little daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Geo. L. CRAIG, 10, died yesterday morning after a week's illness. It is reported that her illness was due to excessive rope jumping, a practice much in vogue among children.
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May 1975
Dallas Morning News
Dallas, Texas
CRAIG
Roger Dean, 10524 Luna Road, Dallas.
Survived by son, Roger CRAIG, Jr., Copperas Cove; daughter, Deanna Ray CRAIG; brothers, Donald WOOD, Dallas, Duane and James CRAIG, both of Dallas; father, Kristel CRAIG, Dallas; mother, Doris CRAIG, Dallas; granddaughters, Joyce CRAIG, Nita Lynn CRAIG.
Services 2 p.m. Saturday, Anderson-Clayton Chapel, Rev. Bill Biggs and Rev. Marshall Southerland officiating.
Interment Laurel Oaks, Mesquite.
ANDERSON-CLAYTON BROS.
Mesquite 285-5489
(See newspaper article)
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March 11, 1904
Clinton Register
Clinton, Illinois
AGED NEARLY EIGHTY YEARS.
Father of Mrs. C. S. Lafferty, of Clinton, Died at His Home at Leroy.
Monday's Pantagraph gives the following account of the life of J. H. L. CRUMBAUGH, who died Sunday in Leroy:
"J. H. L. CRUMBAUGH died at his home in Leroy Sunday morning after a long illness. With his demise there passed one of the county's foremost citizens, he being known as a very successful farmer, stock raiser and retired farmer. He was born in Henderson county, Ky., May 1, 1825; he emigrated with his brother to Illinois in 1828, and first located in Sangamon county for two years, then removed to what is now Empire township, McLean county in 1830. He remained with his father and engaged in farming and stock raising until 27 years of age, the last ten years of which he was in partnership with his father in the above business, as well as buying and driving cattle to Chicago. His marriage with Amanda M. BUCK was celebrated Sept. 28, 1851. To this union were born three children, Laura E., wife of William LAFFERTY, of Downs township; Edith, wife of Chas. S. LAFFERTY, Of Clinton; and a son who lives in Empire township. Mr. Crumbaugh has frequently made trips to Chicago with oxen and horses, loading up with grain and provisions and bringing back salt, leather and merchandise. At first a poor lad, but with an ambition he owned nearly two thousand acres of rich McLean county land. Mr. Crumbaugh had eight grandchildren. He was a Democrat in politics and a life-long member of the Universalist church. He was one of the charter members and chief promoters of building the Universalist church at Leroy.
The funeral was held at the family residence in Leroy Tuesday at 2 p.m., conducted by Rev. W. E. Leavitt, of Leroy, assisted by Rev. C. E. Varney, of Clinton. The funeral was in charge of the Masonic lodge, in which the deceased was a member.
Note: His full name was James Henry Lyon Crumbaugh.
Source: Judy Simpson
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June 2001
(paper unknown)
Canada
DANIEL, CAROL
Mrs. Carol DANIEL of Medicine Hat, beloved wife of the late Mr. James Claude DANIEL, passed away on Thursday, June 28th, 2001 at the age of 101 years. Carol leaves to cherish her memory two daughters, Elaine Marjorie REILLY of Medicine Hat and Wilma EVANOFF of Lethbridge; six grandchildren; and twelve great-grandchildren. Carol was predeceased by her parents, her husband, Claude Daniel, and two sons-in-law.
She was a teacher and after retirement she opened a jewelry store with her husband. Carol loved to play bridge and did a lot of traveling overseas. Carol loved to drive and also had a valid driver's license up until the age of 100 years. Carol has made Central Park Lodge her home for the past year.
Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at the Saamis Memorial Funeral Chapel, #1 Dunmore Road SE, on Saturday, June 30th, 2001 from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. The funeral service will be held in Saamis Memorial Funeral Chapel on Sunday, June 1st, 2001 at 2:00 p.m. with Reverend Mark Malek officiating. Interment will follow in the family plot at Hillside Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, those wishing to remember Mrs. Carol Daniel may do so with a gift to the charity of one's choice.
Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Saamis Memorial Funeral Chapel and Crematorium, "The Chapel in the Park", locally owned and directed. Should you wish any additional information, please telephone 528-2599.
Source: Marlyn Tetzlaff
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Tuesday, June 26, 1936
Stevens Point Daily Journal
Stevens Point, Wisconsin
OBITUARY
WARD EASTLING
Ward EASTLING, age 60 years, died Saturday noon at 12:15 o'clock at his home in the town of Grant. He had been ill for the past five months. Death was caused by a heart attack.
Mr. Eastling was born at Berlin on August 12, 1873. A few years later he moved north of Plainfield with his parents. He served in the Spanish-American war as a volunteer soldier at the age of 26. His marriage to Miss Bertha SKILLING [sic] (SKILLIAM) took place on February 7, 1900 at Buena Vista. Mr. Eastling was engaged in the blacksmith trade at Keen and Bancroft for 15 years, after which he engaged in farming near Bancroft.
Surviving are his wife, one son, Earl, one grandson and a nephew, Earl Nicklas, who has been residing at the Eastling home. He is also survived by four brothers, Ellery of Brantwood, Lean [sic] (Leon) of Hatley, Lewis of Manawa and Julian of Plainfield, and three sisters, Mrs. Jennie KRANER of Plainfield, Mrs. E. J. DARWIN of Gregory, South Dakota, and Miss Nettie EASTLING of Weyauwega.
Funeral services were held this afternoon. Rev. Mr. Randall of Plainfield officiated and interment took place in the Liberty Corners cemetery.
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Friday, April 5, 2002
LaCrosse Tribune
LaCrosse, Wisconsin
GILBERT ERDMANN
Dr. Gilbert "Doc" ERDMANN died peacefully at Gundersen Lutheran Medical Center on April 3, 2002. He was born March 11, 1918, in Tomah, Wis., to Ernst and Louisa (BEHRENS) ERDMANN. He married Vivian STEELE in New Orleans, La., on Oct. 22, 1944. She preceded him in death April 26, 1997.
Dr. Erdmann was a 1st class petty officer and served four years in the U.S. Navy. He was stationed in the South Pacific from 1942 to 1945. He was a lifetime member of the Disabled American Veterans, VFW and the American Legion.
He began his practice of podiatric medicine in the Rivoli Building in downtown La Crosse in 1950, where he practiced at the same location for 37 years until his retirement in 1987. Dr. Erdmann was extremely dedicated and cared greatly for his patients. As recently as two months ago, Dr. Erdmann was honored by both the American Podiatric Medical Association and the Wisconsin Society of Podiatric Medicine for 50 years of continuous membership and service.
Doc's relaxing hours were spent playing pinochle with his card buddies at Webb's Tavern, The Schiller's Tavern and the American Legion. He and his wife, Vivian, had a love of traveling the world, and spent their retired winter months walking the beach in Naples, Fla.
He is survived by one sister Lorraine (Dolly) HALL of Tomah; two children, Dr. Bruce ERDMANN (Meri Sue) and Sheryl (James) McDOWELL. Doc had seven grandchildren, Patrick, Bryan (Stacy), Jeffrey and Mandy ERDMANN, Sarah (Jeremy) SINDELAR, Rebecca (Jeremiah) HARDER and Jared McDOWELL; and one great-grandchild, Ethan HARDER. He will be missed by his special friend, Norma HELKE.
He was preceded in death by two sisters, Lucille WOLFE and Inez GRUENKE of Appleton, Wis.
Memorial services will be held Saturday, April 6, 2002, at 11 a.m. at the English Lutheran Church. The Revs. Wayne Hall and Kent Johnson will officiate. Entombment for family members only will be at The Chapel of Devotion at the Woodlawn Cemetery. There will be no other visitation. The Woodruff Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.
Doc will be sadly missed by family and friends.
Memorials are preferred, and may be given to the Gundersen Lutheran Medical Foundation or to a charity of choice.
Source: Jackie Gelly
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December 16, 1915
Thorp Courier
Thorp, Wisconsin
Moses L. FREEDY died at St. Joseph's Hospital at Chippewa Falls on Friday last and his body was brought here on Saturday. The funeral took place Sunday afternoon from the M. E. Church, Rev. J. B. Bachman officiating. Mr. Freedy was born in New York State sixty-three years ago and came to Hancock, Waushara Co., Wis., where he was united in marriage with Miss CRAIG thirty-one years ago and soon after removed to this village, where he has resided since. The cause of death was paralysis from which he was a great sufferer for the past two years. He leaves to mourn his wife and one daughter, Mrs. Major SPENCER, the latter a resident of Longwood, Clark County.
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Saturday, July 6, 1889
Tomah Journal
Tomah, Wisconsin
LA GRANGE
Died in La Grange, Wisconsin, June 21, 1889, Mrs. Jane J. GETMAN in the 71st year of her age. Jane JONES was born May 1, 1819 in Oneida Co., PA and was married to Nicholas GETMAN June 10, 1830. She had resided in La Grange for 26 years. She was the mother of 10 children, five of whom are living to miss her and to comfort her mourning husband. She has been a member of the M. E. Church for 40 years and she died trusting in her Saviour. A large procession of sympathizing friends followed her remains to the last resting place to await the trumpet's sound. The occasion was improved by her pastor, Rev. De Lap, who preached from Matthew 5:8, the text selected by her daughter.
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Friday, December 25, 1896
Tomah Journal
Tomah, Wisconsin
LA GRANGE
The little child of Arthur GETMAN died on Wednesday and was buried from the house Thursday.
(This was William GETMAN)
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November 1944
(paper unknown)
Canada
LAST RITES FOR MRS. U.S. GRANT
Julia Belle GRANT passed away after a week's illness at Medicine Hat General Hospital on November 27, 1944, at the age of seventy. She was born in DeWitt County, Illinois, U.S.A., married Mr. U.S. GRANT and came to Canada, where they homsteaded at Yellow Grass, Saskatchewan approximately forty years ago. They moved to Medicine Hat district in the year 1912, where they resided until 1927, when the returned to Yellow Grass and lived there until April of this year, when the moved to Medicine Hat to their home at 367 Sixth Street. Mrs. Grant was much loved by her many friends and will be remembered as one who had a very fine appreciation of beauty. She was a great lover of flowers and was gifted with a talent for expressing her art in fancy work of various kinds.
The funeral services were conducted in Pattison's Funeral Home by Rev. S. H. Irving of Fifth Avenue United Church, who was the conveyor of a very fine tribute from a former pastor, Rev. J. C. Hartley, who was at one time minister at the United Church at Yellow Grass. Mr. Hartley referred to Mrs. Grant as an "exceptionally fine woman, dependable in her church and Christian in character".
She is survived by her husband, Mr. U.S. Grant and daughter, Mrs. J. C. DANIEL, her brother, Mr. A.T. SMITH of St. Joseph, Missouri, U.S.A., and two granddaughters, Marjorie and Wilma.
The pallbearers were Messrs. W. W. Oliver, C.V. Gilman, J.D. Tufford, J. I. Trotman, A. G. Finch, and R. E. Keating.
Internment was made in the family plot in Hillside Cemetery.
CARD OF THANKS
Mr. U.S. Grant, Mrs. J. C. Daniel and family wish to thank their friends for the many expressions of kindness and sympathy extended to them during Mrs. Grant's illness and their bereavement.
Source: Marlyn Tetzlaff
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July 2000
(paper unknown)
Wisconsin
BERNICE G. (PERGANDE) GRIGGS
Bernice G. GRIGGS, 81, of Tomah, died Monday, July 10, 2000, at Franciscan-Skemp Healthcare Center in La Crosse. She was born January 20, 1919, to August Friedrich and Augusta Lydia (KEWITT) PERGRANDE in the township if Wilton, WI. She was baptized at St. John's Evangelical Lutheran Church, Ridgeville, WI. and confirmed at St. Paul Evangelical Lutheran Church, Tomah.
After graduating from a one-room school in the town of Wilton, Bernice lived in Tomah, where she finished high school. After completing teachers' training in 1937, she taught for three years at the McErn and Randall schools in Tomah.
Bernice was united in marriage to James LaVerne GRIGGS on November 30, 1939 at St. Paul Evangelical Lutheran Church. After their marriage, the couple moved to Milwaukee and then to West Allis, where they raised their family. She was very active in the choir and various other church activities at Nain Evangelical Lutheran Church in West Allis, as well as in their children's school activities and organizations. In the early 1950's, Bernice began work at National Food Stores, from which she retired after 25 years.
In 1977, the couple had purchased a second home in Lakeland, FL, where they welcomed family members and friends. In Lakeland, she was a very active member of Our Savior Lutheran Church, where she sang in the choir and was active in other church activities.
In 1978, she and her husband sold their home in West Allis and moved back to Tomah, where she resided until her death. She was an active member of St. Paul Evangelical Lutheran Church, performing volunteer work in its school lunch program as well as at the Care Center, the ABC Store, the Tomah Hospital Auxiliary and Gift Shop and other organizations in the area.
Bernice enjoyed a joyful and robust life and was an inspiration to many. She particularly enjoyed traveling (including trips to Europe, Mexico, Hawaii and most of the rest of the United States), as well as dancing, playing cards, and entertaining her many relatives and friends. She also helped to organize the Griggs-Vandervort-Koopman family picnics—which have been held annually since 1950—and was looking forward to attending this year's event with her family.
She is survived by two sons, Gary (Barbara) of Pawleys Island, SC, and Duaine, (Bonnie) of West Allis; a daughter, LuAnn LINE of Chattanooga, TN; 10 grandchildren, Jennifer (Jay) of Chippewa Falls, WI, Allison Lee, Stephanie (Michael) BRIDGERS, and Jon GRIGGS, all of Columbia, SC, Scott GRIGGS of Encinitas, CA, Kristi (Bobby) WALSTON of Raleigh, NC, Robert (Amy) BROETZMANN of Chattanooga, TN, Daniel (Leigh Ann) BROETZMANN of Ooltewah, TN, and Michael and Jeffrey BROETZMANN of Chattanooga, TN; and seven great-grandchildren, Ryan, Zachary, Alex, Benjamin, Hannah, Andrew and Avery. Nieces, nephews and many, many friends further survive her.
She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Vern, and her sister Doris (Harold) WAEGE.
Funeral services will be held on Friday, July 14, 2000 at 1 P.M. at St. Paul Evangelical Lutheran Church, 525 Superior Avenue, Tomah. Pastor Donald R. Buch will officiate. Burial will be in Oak Grove Cemetery, Tomah.
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March 1985
(paper unknown)
Wisconsin
OBITUARY
JAMES LaVERN GRIGGS
LaVerne J. GRIGGS, 67, died Wednesday, March 27, 1985, in the Tomah Veterans Administration Medical Center. He was born October 15, 1917, in Monroe County to Samuel and Eva (ROOT) GRIGGS. He married Bernice PERGRANDE on November 30, 1939.
For 38 years they lived in Milwaukee, where he worked for Harnischfeger Manufacturing Corp. He retired in 1969. They lived in Tomah for the past six years. He was a veteran of World War II.
Services well be today at 11 A.M. in St. Paul Evangelical Lutheran Church, Tomah. The Rev. Kenneth Gast will officiate.
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July 1906
Clinton Public
Clinton, Illinois
GOOD WOMAN CALLED TO REST
Ora J. Groves Passed to Rest Friday Morning at the Home of her Brother in DeWitt last Friday Morning.
At the home of her brother, Eugene, in DeWitt, occurred the death of Ora J. GROVES, after an illness of several years' duration, of throat and stomach troubles. Her first trouble began with a growth on her vocal chord about seven years ago, and although she improved to a certain extent she never recovered her voice entirely. For the past two years she had been failing and for the last two months tuberculosis of the throat and stomach had developed to such extent that it was plain the end was near. She was very patient and uncomplaining during her illness and said she was prepared to go and her greatest regret was that she had to leave her mother, who had been her close attendant and companion.
She leaves an aged mother, four brothers and a host of relatives and friends to mourn her departure. The remains were brought here Saturday evening and taken to the home of her brother, C.E. GROVES, on S. Dixon Street, accompanied by her mother, Mr. and Mrs. J. H. GROVES of Bloomington, Mr. and Mrs. B.W. GROVES, of Mansfield: Mr. and Mrs. T. A. CURL, and Miss Bell CAIN of DeWitt.
Funeral services were held in the M. E. Church Sunday afternoon at 2:00 p.m., conducted by Rev. D. A. Schwartz, assisted by A. C. Augustus. Interment was made in Union Cemetery, where the beautiful and impressive ceremony of the Eastern Star was rendered by the officers and members of Jessamine Chapter No. 184, of which she was a member.
Ora J. Groves was born in DeWitt, Illinois, August 6, 1884. Died in DeWitt June 29, 1906, aged 21 years, 10 months, and 24 days. She removed to Rankin with her parents when ten years old, where she resided until four years ago, when with her mother and sister she moved to DeWitt. She was converted during the meeting held by Rev. Clark when about 14 years old and united with the M.E. Church at Rankin. She remained a faithful Christian all her life, during her illness she spoke many times of the blessed assurance she had of her future home. Having been reconciled to meet death at the will of her master she gave directions as to her funeral and burial. For the past year Miss Groves was a resident of Clinton, removing to DeWitt four weeks before her death.
Source: Judy Simpson
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September 1937
(paper unknown)
Missouri
OBITUARY
Jonas William HANCOCK was born May 31, 1869, at Valley Junction, Wisconsin, and passed away at his home in Lockwood (Missouri) September 22, 1937, at the age of 68 years, 3 months, and 22 days. He was united in marriage at [sic] Abagail Perdille SAWLEY, October 25, 1889. Seven children were born to this union, three sons of whom survive. They are: Daniel L., Frederick W., and Herald V., all of Lockwood. His wife passed away September 16, 1923 and on June 10, 1925 he was married to Edith M. DOBBIN, at Mobile, Ala.
Four years ago Mr. and Mrs. Hancock moved to Lockwood from Mobile and have resided her continuously since that time. They have been highly respected citizens. They were regarded as conscientious christians, always read and willing to do what they could for others and believed in living a christian life.
Mr. Hancock was a member of the Reorganized Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints for over 60 years. He was a minister of the gospel for 48 years, and was a very interesting and informed speaker. Because of their [sic] being no organization of his faith at Lockwood, he was a regular attendant at the services of the local Presbyterian church and taught a bible class so long as his health would permit.
For the past year the deceased suffered from heart trouble and it was apparent that the end was slowly approaching. He was cheerful, mindful of others and worried because of the care which he required of others. Mr. Hancock was of a cheerful disposition and made many friends during the four years that he spent here.
Funeral services were held at Lockwood Presbyterian church Friday afternoon. The sermon was delivered by Rev. A. M. Hogan of Carthage. Burial was at Lockwood Cemetery under the direction of E. Ray Caldwell, local undertaker.
Mr. Hancock is survived by his wife, three sons, three sisters, two brothers, grandchildren, other relatives, and many friends.
CARD OF THANKS
The many kindnesses of neighbors and other friends during the illness and at the time of the death of our beloved husband and father will always be remembered with deepest gratitude; also the many lovely flowers were sincerely appreciated.
Mrs. Edith M. Hancock
Daniel L. Hancock and family
Fred W. Hancock and family
Herald V. Hancock and family
Source: Elaine Greene-Jenson
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Saturday, January 29, 1916
The Daily Breeze
Taylorville, Illinois
PANA MAN DIES
Pana, Ill., Jan. 29 – Drew INMAN, dry-goods merchant of Pana, died Wednesday, January 26, 1916, following a 2 years’ illness of hardening of the arteries. Mr. Inman had been able to attend to his business affairs, and be upon the streets and about the city at intervals until one week ago. He was 68 years of age, and had been in business in Pana for the past 12 years. Prior to locating to Pana, Mr. Inman was engaged in Joliet, from which city he came to Pana. There survive his widow and the following daughters: Mrs. Chida CANE* [sic] of Pana; Mrs. Carl LITTLE of Vernon; and Miss Jo INMAN of St. Louis. Mr. Inman was a member of the Knights of Pythias, which Lodge will have charge of his funeral.
*(Blanchida KANE)
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Friday, October 18, 1889
Clinton Public
Clinton, Illinois
DEATH OF GUY INMAN
Guy INMAN, son of Drew INMAN, a merchant of this city, came to an untimely end Monday night about 6 o'clock. He was on train No. 13 with Conductor James McCune and Engineer Hediger, and it is thought while passing through the Vernon bridge or the old Wilson bridge near Sandoval he was struck in the head by the timbers and laid senseless on the top of the car. He was discovered, after being missed, lying dead in that position. His father and mother are in great distress, Mrs. Inman being almost frantic with grief. Guy Inman was a most exemplary, industrious boy, about 19 years of age, and well liked. This was but his second trip on the road. He had quite an ambition to become a railroad man but his death was a terrible sacrifice to his ambition. The conductor protested on the trip against the young man being sent, but it is thought his close attention to business made him oblivious to the dangerous bridge which caused his death.
The K. of P., of whom Mr. Inman, the father, is a member, took charge of the remains, bringing them home.
The funeral occurred on Wednesday afternoon at two o'clock, the Rev. Horace Reed of the M. E. Church delivering a peculiarly appropriate and impressive discourse, at the family residence on Madison Street, from which the lengthy cortege filed mournfully to the shades of Woodlawn.
Mr. Guy Inman was a great favorite among his associate young men, was of a pleasant disposition, and readily made a friend of an acquaintance. He was irrepressibly industrious and ambitious. The confinement of his father's business in the store did not afford him activity enough and with the reluctant consent of his parents he entered the railroad service, and thus came on the second trip out to his most dreadful and untimely fate.
The news of Guy's death was a shock to the whole community and doubly distressing to his parents. Mrs. INMAN had just returned from St. Louis elated with the memories of her visit to feel with tender nerves the heartless force of this awful blow.
Mr. Drew Inman is a member of the present Grand Lodge of Knights of Pythias in session in Chicago, and as soon as the news reached them of his bereavement they telegraphed him the unanimous condolence of the body. The pallbearers were selected from the young friends of Guy among the Clinton boys and added impressiveness to the ceremonies.
Source: Judy Simpson
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Friday, March 15, 1889
Clinton Public
Clinton, Illinois
Oscar INMAN died at Hot Springs, Ark., last Tuesday, and his body was brought back to St. Louis for interment. He was twenty-nine years old. He leaves a wife but no children. The deceased was the brother of Drew and Alto INMAN of this city, and about three years ago he lived here for a few months. He was engaged in business in St. Louis. Mr. Drew Inman went to St. Louis to attend the funeral.
(aka Martin Oscar INMAN)
Source: Judy Simpson
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Friday, May 16, 1997
Effingham Daily News
Effingham, Illinois
MARNITA JENNINGS
EFFINGHAM—
Marnita JENNINGS, 82, of Gahanna, Ohio, formerly of Effingham, died Wednesday, May 14, 1997, at home.
Memorial services will be at 1 p.m. Saturday at Covenant of Peace Church, 3643 Olde Ridenour Road, Gahanna, Ohio. Schoedinger Funeral Service, Gahanna, Ohio, is in charge of arrangements. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her memory to the Easter Seals Society of Ohio, 565 Children's Drive West, Columbus, OH 43205.
Mrs. Jennings was born Feb. 3, 1915, in Vernon, the daughter of Carl Harris and Guydell (INMAN) LITTLE.
She was a paralegal for 38 years, retiring in 1969 from Parker, Parker, and Brummer, and was a member of Centenary United Methodist Church, Effingham.
Survivors include her son, Carl of St. Louis; daughters, Susan CAPPS and Mrs. Greg (Kay) LEDBETTER, both of Gahanna, Ohio; sister, Alma Lou GOLDEN of California; nine grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by one daughter, her stepmother, Edna (HUSTON) LITTLE, and one sister.
Source: Susan Capps
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August 13, 1931
Tomah Journal
Tomah, Wisconsin
(Obituary Extract)
Name: George W. Johnson
Age: 93
Born: June 12, 1838; Erie, Pennsylvannia
Parents: Mr. and Mrs. Henry Johnson
Survivors: Sons - William S. JOHNSON, Seattle, Wahington; and Charles C. JOHNSON, Great Falls, Montana; one daughter Mrs. Catherine CALDWELL of Tomah.
Burial: Oak Grove Cemetery
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Funeral Card
Name: Pama Inman KANE
Born: November 5, 1911
Place: Havana, Illinois
Died: July 9, 1984
Place: Mesa, Arizona
Services: Tempe Mortuary, 405 East Southern Ave., Tempe, Arizona
Date/Time: Thursday, July 12, 1984 -- 12 noon
Officiant: Dr. Ron Churchill
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Thursday, July 1, 1875
Clinton Public
DeWitt Co., Illinois
James A. Lafferty.
Another brave soldier has gone to his final rest, after fourteen years of painful suffering from a wound received at the battle of Fort Donelson. At the outbreak of the war, James A. LAFFERTY of DeWitt township was among the first to volunteer from this county. He enlisted in the Forty-first Illinois, and in common with his brethren in arms, suffered all the deprivations and hardships incident to a soldier’s life. At Donelson he received a wound in his shoulder and lungs, which unfitted him for further duty, but so desirous was he to remain with his comrades that for a long time he resisted the efforts of his officers to have him discharged from the service. Finally he became satisfied that he was no longer fitted for duty, and regretfully he received his discharge from the service. His whole being was animated with patriotism; and although compelled to retire to private life once more, his voice and money and influence were always on the side of his country.
In the fall of 1862, Mr. Lafferty was the unanimous choice of both political parties in this county for the office of sheriff, and he was elected without opposition. Mr. Lafferty was a Democrat in politics, but was thoroughly sound in his devotion to the flag of his country. The unanimity with which he was elected sheriff shows that the Republicans of the county had full confidence in his loyalty, for at that time the party could have elected any man they would bring forward. For two years he faithfully discharged the important duties of his office, and he would have been the unanimous choice of the whole people for re-election had not a constitutional provision prevented a second term for sheriff. Since his retirement from office he has been engaged in agricultural and commercial business. Liberal in his political views, and straight-out in his business relations, he had the esteem of every man in the county.
The deceased was a son of the late Judge LAFFERTY, of this county. For many months before his death, he had a presentiment that the end would soon come. Like a prudent man, he carefully settled up is worldly affairs, so that he could devote his declining hours to the great future beyond the grave. On Tuesday morning he breathed his last and calmly and prayerfully resigned his spirit into the hands of that God who had been his comfort and solace during many painful and weary hours. The funeral services took place at Marion yesterday, and were attended by a large circle of sorrowing friends, and the order of Odd Fellows, of which he was a member. The lodge from this city joined with their brethren at Marion in paying the last tribute of respect to a worthy brother.
Source: Judy Simpson
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Saturday June 11, 1960
Terre Haute Tribune
Terre Haute, Indiana
MISS LOTTIE LAFFERTY
MARTINSVILLE, Ill.
Miss Lottie LAFFERTY, 90 years old, died at 1 a.m. Friday at the Hurtz Nursing Home in Casey. She was a retired school teacher. Surviving are two sisters, Mrs. Lula WORRICK of Martinsville and Mrs. Daisy BAUGHNAM of Midland, Tex.
Services will be at 2:30 o'clock Sunday afternoon at the Greenwall Funeral Home. The Rev. George Baldridge will officiate and burial will follow in City cemetery here. Friends may call after 3 o'clock Saturday afternoon.
Source: Otis Slusher
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October 23, 1908
Clinton Register
DeWitt Co., Illinois
DEWITT FARMER TAKES HIS LIFE.
Was Heavily In Debt And Creditors Had Taken Judgment—Used Carbolic Acid.
Early this morning Samuel LAFFERTY committed suicide at his home in DeWitt by drinking carbolic acid. The cause was due to financial troubles. He owned a farm of 130 acres near DeWitt, but was in debt about $15,000. Most of this was due the John Warner estate, and his brothers, Chas. LAFFERTY, of Clinton, and Isaac LAFFERTY, near DeWitt, were security for several thousand dollars of the amount. Parties interested had advised that judgment be taken and this was done.
It is said the matter had troubled him recently, until he acted strangely, but it had not been thought he would take his life until the last day or two.
Samuel Lafferty was born near DeWitt December 20, 1854, his father being Wm. LAFFERTY, who died in April 1875. He was married to Miss Maggie TREGO, daughter of Samuel TREGO, and four children were born to them. A few years ago they moved from the farm to DeWitt, which had since been their home. He was a useful citizen and the community was shocked by the tragic ending of his life. He had held township offices and had been a good official.
Source: Judy Simpson
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Friday, July 6, 1928
Clinton Public
Clinton, Illinois
Mrs. Isaac Lafferty of DeWitt, died at her home Wednesday.
Mrs. Talitha LAFFERTY, widow of Isaac C. LAFFERTY of DeWitt, passed away in her home Wednesday morning at 1:40 o'clock after an illness of many months. Talitha HARROLD was born in DeWitt Dec. 6, 1848, and was married to I. C. Lafferty Jan. 18, 1866. To this union nine children were born, four of whom are deceased. The surviving children are: William I. LAFFERTY, DeWitt; Miss Alta LAFFERTY, at home; Mrs. A. J. RUDASILL, Harp township; Mrs. K. S. FULLER, DeWitt; and Mrs. Arcada WALDEN, Sterling, Illinois. Twenty grandchildren, fifteen great grandchildren and two great great grandchildren also survive. Mr. Lafferty passed away six months ago. Mrs. Cora SHUE of Clinton is a half-sister.
Funeral services will be held Friday afternoon at 2 o'clock at the Presbyterian church in DeWitt, Rev. Mr. Lamb officiating. Burial will be in the DeWitt cemetery.
Source: Judy Simpson
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Thursday, April 17, 1924
(paper unknown)
Wisconsin
Paul LaROCK died at his home on Walrath Street Tuesday, April 15th, at 6:00 o'clock in the afternoon. Funeral services will be held Friday afternoon at 2:00 o'clock from the home, Rev. Wm. Lodwick, pastor of the Congregational Church officiating. Interment will be made in the Mt. Hope Cemetery.
Source: Robert LaRock
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Tuesday, April 22, 1924
(paper unknown)
Wisconsin
ANOTHER BLANK FILE in RANKS of G.A.R.
Funeral services for Paul LaROCK, a civil war veteran, who died at his home on Walrath Street April 15, were held last Friday afternoon. The Rev. Wm. Lodwick, pastor of the Congregational church, officiating. Interment was in Mt. Hope Cemetery. Mr. LaRock had been in ill health for some time and had been unable to leave his home. He was born in Montreal, Canada and later moved to the state of New York. At the outbreak of the civil war he enlisted in Company I, 26th Cavalry. The Passing of Mr. LaRock leaves another blank file in the gradually thinning ranks of Sparta's G.A.R. Only seven of the soldiers of '65 now are numbered among the G.A.R. men who live in this city. Mr. LaRock is survived by Mrs. LaROCK and seven children, all of whom live in Sparta.
Source: Robert LaRock
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Thursday, March 2, 1899
Waushara Argus
Wisconsin
Walter LILLEY was born May 6, 1819 in the state of New York and at the time of his death was 79 years, 9 months and 18 days of age. At the age of five years he removed with his parents to Canada. He was married in 1846 to Miss Mary FAIRBURN and two years later came to Wisconsin. He had resided at Neenah, Ripon and in the town of Mt. Morris. At the time of his decease [sic] he was living with his son-in-law, Tom BISHOP, of Deerfield. He had been sick but two weeks of lung fever, and although this disease was over he gradually sank owing to his extreme age. He leaves to mourn six children. The deceased died Feb. 24th, and the funeral services were conducted by Rev. J.E. Manning at the Forest City schoolhouse, Sunday, Feb. 26th, and was interred at the Richford cemetery.
CARD OF THANKS
The undersigned take this method of expressing their heartfelt thanks to the kind friends who so cheerfully assisted them during their sad affliction.
Mrs. Lilly and family.
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Tuesday, May 4, 1948
Effingham Daily News
Effingham, Illinois
Carl Little, Former Highway Employe [sic], Dies At Residence
Carl LITTLE, 69, a member of the county board of review and a former employe [sic] in the maintainence [sic] department of the state division of highdays [sic], died at 4 p. m. Monday at his home, 602 Edgar avenue.
Mr. Little had been in failing health for sometime. He suffered a severe heart attack three years ago last April from which he never fully recovered. He had been critically ill since a week ago Friday when he suffered the heart attack.
Much of his illness was aggravated by an injury to his back, suffered in 1931 while working with the state highway department. He had been employed with the highway department for about thirty years, retiring in 1933.
Mr. Little was born on June 15, 1878 in Vernon, Ill., and had been a resident in Effingham for about twenty-eight years.
Mr. Little was secretary of Effingham Board of Education for a period of thirteen years, retiring from the board in 1947. He had served on the Board of Review for about four years.
He was a member of the Methodist Church, a member of the I. O. O. F. Lodge and held the office of tyler in the B. P. O. Elks Lodge.
He is survived by his wife, Edna; three daughters, Mrs. William LACY of Effingham, Mrs. Jerald WILLIAMS of Waukegan; and Mrs. C. C. ZEDAKER of Fairfield, Ohio; a sister, Mrs. Nell JONES of Springfield, four granddaughters and one grandson.
The body has been taken to Johnson funeral home where it will remain until time for services.
Friends may call at the funeral home from 7 to 10 p.m. today.
Funeral services will be conducted at 2:30 p.m. Wednesday in Centenary Methodist church. Rev. H. M. Cady will officiate. Burial will be in Memorial cemetery.
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Funeral Card
Name: Edna (HUSTON) LITTLE
Born: March 14, 1893
Died: March 17, 1981
Services: Bauer Funeral Home; Effingham, Illinois
Date/Time: March 20, 1981 — 1:30 p.m.
Clergyman: Dr. R. Paul Sims
Interment: Oakridge Cemetery, Effingham, Illinois
Arrangements: Bauer Funeral Home, Effingham, Illinois
Source: Susan Capps
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Mrs. Edna Little Dies
Mrs. Edna LITTLE, 88, of Effingham, died Tuesday, March 17, at St. Anthony Hospital about 2:05 p.m. She was born March 14, 1893, in Sumner, Ill., the daughter of William Henry & Martha Ann (HOWELL) HUSTON. She married Carl Harris Little 6-11-27 in Effingham.
She is survived by 2 daughters [sic]: Marnita JENNINGS & Alma Lou GOLDEN; 14 grandchildren & 26 great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Carl Little & one daughter [sic], Billie Drew ZEDAKER.
Funeral is at 1 p.m. Friday at Bauer's Funeral Home, with burial at Oakridge Cemetery.
Visitation is 4-9 p.m. Thursday. The family suggests memorials be made to the Heart Fund.
Source: Susan Capps
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Wednesday, March 18, 1981
Effingham Daily News
Effingham, Illinois
Edna Little Dies
Mrs. Edna LITTLE, 88, of Effingham died at 2:05 p.m. Tuesday at the St. Anthony Memorial Hospital.
The funeral will be at 1 p.m. Friday at the Bauer Funeral Home with visitation from 4 to 9 p.m. Thursday. Burial will be in the Oakridge Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Heart Association.
Mrs. Little was born March 14, 1893 in Lawrence County, the daughter of William Henry and Martha Ann [HOWELL] HUSTON. She was a member of the Centenary United Methodist Church in Effingham. She married Carl Little who preceded her in death in 1948.
Survivors include two daughters [sic], Marnita JENNINGS and Alma GOLDEN, both of Effingham; 14 grandchildren and 26 great-grandchildren.
One daughter [sic] preceded her in death.
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Sunday, April 18, 1926
Decatur Review
Decatur, Illinois
MRS. LITTLE DIES.
Mrs. C. H. LITTLE, who has been in critical condition for the last ten days or more, died at St. Anthony's Hospital Friday evening. Death was due directly to double pneumonia, which followed a nervous breakdown after Mrs. Little had worn herself out nursing her children, who had been suffering from measles and flu.
Mrs. Little leaves her husband, who is connected with the maintenance department of the Illinois state highways, and three children. The body was taken Friday to Pana, where the funeral will be held at the Kirkpatrick chapel at 10:30 Sunday forenoon, conducted by Rev. J. E. Shafer, pastor of the First Methodist church in Effingham.
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Friday, November 14, 1890
Clinton Public
Clinton, Illinois
DEATH OF REV. ARCHIBALD McCONKEY
Rev. Archibald McCONKEY, of the village of DeWitt, died yesterday afternoon. Some ten or twelve days ago he took sick and was confined to his bed. From the nature of his disease the attending physicians had no hopes of his recovery from the first hour of his sickness.
Mr. McConkey was a native of Ohio and was in his sixty-eighth year. When he was but twenty-one years old he was licensed to preach to the Methodist Protestant Church, and although he never entered the active work of the ministry yet his whole life has been devoted to preaching. In the year 1851 he came from Ohio and bought a farm in DeWitt township, on which he lived till about ten years ago, when he moved into the village of DeWitt. When a boy he was injured in one of his legs by a fall, which crippled him during life, and of late years he was compelled to use crutches. While living on his farm he had appointments for preaching somewhere nearly every Sunday, giving his services free. He was always in demand for burial occasions, and he probably preached more funeral sermons during the past thirty years than any man in the regular ministry. Nearly all the young people called on "Uncle Archy" to perform the marriage ceremony for them. Mr. McConkey was a very conscientious man and in his dealings with the world he was upright and just.
His wife and seven children survive him, his children being all married and making their own way in the world. He owned a valuable farm of one hundred and sixty acres in DeWitt township and some property in the village.
The funeral will take place in DeWitt tomorrow (Saturday) afternoon, and will be conducted by the Masonic fraternity.
Source: Judy Simpson
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April 17, 1885
Clinton Public
Clinton, Illinois
Died, at the home of her son, Rev. A. McCONKEY, in DeWitt, Ill., Sabbath morning, March 29, 1885, Mrs. Catherine McCONKEY, aged 84* years, 5 months and 26 days.
Sister McConkey, the subject of this memoir, was born in the State of Virginia, October 3, 1801. Her maiden name was Catherine LAFFERTY. Her parents moved to Ohio in an early day and located in Clark county. She professed religion when quite young and united with the Methodist Protestant Church. After her marriage she came with her husband and family to Illinois and located in DeWitt, DeWitt county, in 1854, where she lived for thirty-four years. The last nine years of her life she made her home with her son, Rev. A. McConkey, where when in feeble health and declining years, she was kindly, thoughtfully and tenderly cared for. She was the mother of twelve children, seven sons and five daughters, five of whom preceded her to the better world. We might stop with this brief sketch of her life, but it was such as to require more than a passing notice. She was remarkable for her uniform, pious life, constantly exemplified in her domestic life. She made her husband happy, and her children loved her with unusual devotion. Meekness, gentleness and patience she possessed in a pre-eminent degree, while humility and self-forgetfulness were characteristics of hers. The Bible was her daily companion and guide, and she was a constant and diligent student of the word of God; and when, through the infirmities of old age, she was deprived of the privileges of the sanctuary, the joyful and precious promises and inspiring truths of God's word so comforted, instructed and cheered her that she became a gentle, bright, contented, intelligent and happy Christian. She loved her church paper, Methodist Recorder, next to her Bible, and found great pleasure in reading it, and just a few days before her death she read it with unusual pleasure. As long as her health would admit of it, she would manifest her love for the house of God the means of grace, by her attendance upon the services of the sanctuary, and in all the relations of life with a heart full of kindness and love, she exhibited the true spirit of Christ. For over fifty years she was a faithful member of the M. P. Church. She was a true mother in Israel, true to the church of her choice, a steadfast supporter of its principles, and adorned its doctrines by her Godly walk and pious conversation. She loved her own church, her ministers, her members, her means of grace with an almost idolatrous attachment. True to her family and friends, true to humanity and true to all these higher instincts which adorn and ennoble humanity, her name is written not only in the memory and affections of her children and acquaintances, but in the "Book of Life." In the relation of mother, a large family rise up and call her blessed. Truly it may be said of her, "Blessed are the dead that die in the Lord." The death of our dear sister has touched the sensibilities and awakened the sympathies of a large circle of friends and relatives, for she was ever ready to silence the voice of suffering, if in her power to do so. But the places that have known her will know her no more. Her form is gone; her expressive countenance will not be seen again on earth. For a half century and more she witnessed to the truth, and her home was the home of the minister of the gospel. Her life was a practical exemplification of the reality of religion, and her death beautifully testified to the power of a living faith in Christ to give joy, peace and victory in the last hour. For a number of years preceding her death she was "waiting and waiting, till the shadows were a little longer grown," longing to depart, already ripened for heaven, at last when the call came. "Arise ye and depart for this is not your rest." Surrounded by her family and friends, and while consoled by their presence, her spirit took its flight to the far away home of the soul. Her last words were, "Children, I will not be with you long. The Lord has been with me in all the trials and troubles of life, and he is with me now. His promise, `I will never leave thee, nor forsake thee,' has been verified to me." It was only resting on the bosom of Him who for over sixty years had been to her a sure refuge and safe hiding place and then sleep.
"Twas an old age, serene and bright,
And lonely as a Lapland night,
That led her to the grave."
Truly of her it can be said she climbed the steps of life to the summit, and descended the western side to the end of life and died a victor. A large concourse of sympathizing friends gathered with the grief-stricken relatives in the M. P. Church in DeWitt, on Monday following her death, at 11 a.m., where the occasion was improved by a sermon by the writer on the Christian's rest in Heaven, after which the remains were taken to the quiet city of the dead and laid beside her husband, who preceded her to the better land eighteen years ago, there to wait the glad spring morning of the resurrection. In the death of our sister, society has lost one of its brightest ornaments, the church one of its most valued members. Divine Providence gives us good women, but when their mission here is ended they must yield to the inexorable law of our being. She is gone, and the living are filled with gloom and desolation. Nature untouched by human soul proclaims the immortal law of providence, that decay follows growth, and that He who takes away never fails to give.
She leaves four sons, three daughters, forty-five grandchildren and twenty-nine great grandchildren to mourn her loss. May they all follow her as she followed Christ, that at last they may all find the rest that remains for the people of God.
L. S. HITCHENS
Pastor, M. P. Church.
*Note: Her age should have been 83 years, 5 months and 26 days.
Submitted by Judy Simpson
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Friday, August 26, 1887
Clinton Public
Clinton, Illinois
JAMES S. McCONKEY
Less than a week ago the word went out that J. S. McCONKEY was unable to be at the store, but not until the middle of last week was he considered to be dangerous. From Wednesday evening he seemed to grow worse and on Saturday morning the news went out to his neighbors that he had passed to the life beyond.
James S. McConkey was born in Clark county, Ohio, April 10th, 1843, and died Aug. 20, 1887, aged 44 years, 4 months and ten days. When a lad of some ten years of age, his family moved to this county and settled near DeWitt, where he grew to manhood. On the 19th of November, 1868, he was united in marriage with Miss Emma McPHERSON. Some seven years ago he entered the mercantile business in Weldon with C. S. LAFFERTY and Chas. CAIN, under the firm name of McConkey & Co. Mr. Cain afterward retired and the firm was known as McConkey & Lafferty. By careful management they established a good trade and their business grew and prospered. His death was the result of a strangulated hernia and his sufferings were intense. But he did not murmur. In the most severe agony he seemed patient and submissive.
Mr. McConkey was for many years a member of the M. P. Church and was one of the charter members of the Weldon church. In the building of the parsonage and church house his mechanical skill and business capacity were of great value. Indeed but for these the work must often have flagged. As treasurer of the building committee of the new church the financial affairs were always kept in good shape. At the county Sunday school convention last fall he was appointed vice president for Nixon township. Last spring he organized a Sunday school at the Champion, which he superintended in person during the summer.
Mr. McConkey will be very much missed both in business and church circles, but nowhere as among his own family group. He was a kind husband and an affectionate father, and his bereft family have the deepest sympathy.
Source: Judy Simpson
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Friday, August 20, 1920
Farmer City News
Farmer City, Illinois
THE DEATH OF LOUISA McCONKEY
At her home on West Green Street on Saturday morning took place the death of Mrs. Louisa McCONKEY, who had been ill and failing for a number of months. She was in her 76th year and had resided at the place of her death a number of years, locating there with her husband at the time they retired from farming.
A short service was held at the home on Wednesday at 1 p.m. conducted by Rev. J. M. Forbis of Lincoln, a former pastor of the family, and at 2 o'clock the funeral service was held in the DeWitt Presbyterian Church of which she was a member. Burial was in the DeWitt Cemetery.
Deceased, whose maiden name was Louisa BROOKS, was born in Indiana and came to Illinois with her parents in her girlhood, the family locating near Fullerton. After her marriage to William H. McCONKEY they resided on a farm in the DeWitt neighborhood until their retirement. Mr. McConkey cited about ten years ago.
Mrs. McConkey is survived by the following children: Mrs. Lillian GROVES and Mrs. J. T. McCORD of DeWitt, John Wesley and Pearl McCONKEY of Ithaca, Michigan, Carl D. of this vicinity, Edgar, living west of Clinton, Ray of New York and Mrs. Fred NASH of Mansfield vicinity. All were present at the funeral except Ray. One son, Lloyd F., preceded the mother a few years ago. Besides the children, two sisters, a brother and a number of grandchildren survive.
Source: Thelma Brooks-Morgan
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April 10, 1885
Clinton Public
Clinton, Illinois
It was only last week that we noticed the death of the venerable mother of Rev. A. McCONKEY, of DeWitt. On the day before the old lady's death, Mr. McConkey's son, S. L., familiarly known as "Lat," was taken sick with pneumonia, resulting in congestion of the lungs, and on Sunday evening he passed away at the age of 37 years and about ten months, leaving a wife and five children to mourn his untimely removal. On Tuesday his funeral was conducted at his late residence, near Mr. Wisegarver's. Sermon by pastor Widney, of Weldon, from these words, "The Lord is very pitiful, and of tender mercy."-James IV.,II.
Samuel Lafferty McCONKEY; m. Martha Matilda HENDERSON
Submitted by Judy Simpson
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Friday, July 20, 1894
Clinton Public
Clinton, Illinois
DEATH OF GRANDMA McCORD
Mary LANE was born in Kentucky, January 31, 1818, [and] died at the home of her son J. T. McCORD, July 5, 1894, after an illness of only half an hour. She came to DeWitt County, Ill., in 1830 and is therefore a "snow bird." She united in marriage with Jacob HARROLD in 1834. At that time there were but few settlers living here. Among those of her neighborhood who are living are Mr. and Mrs. F. D. ROBBINS, of this place, and Mrs. W. N. BOTKIN, now of Kenney. Mrs. Botkin was then and ever afterward remained one of her nearest friends. Not long since, while in conversation with the writer, in relating some of the happenings of her younger days, Grandma McCord remarked, "I reckon no two women had more enjoyment together than me and Nancy Botkin." Jacob Harrold, her husband, died in 1849. Of this union seven children survive. She was again married December 5, 1863, to J. W. McCORD, who departed this life November 21, 1891. Three children survive this union.
The funeral services were held on Sunday afternoon at 3 o'clock at the M. E. Church of this place. Rev. H. B. Montgomery of Decatur, preached the funeral sermon, taking for his text Rev. xiv-13, "And I heard a voice from Heaven, saying, blessed are the dead which die in the Lord from henceforth; yea, saith the Spirit, that they may rest from their labors, and their works do follow them." It was a grand subject on a grand subject. While our hearts are filled with sorrow at the loss of one so dear, we know it is infinitely better for her who is in Heaven, free from all earthly doubts and fear and where no pain is ever allowed to enter.
It was intended for the interment to have taken place at the McCord cemetery immediately after the funeral, but on the account of the non-arrival of Mrs. James SUTTON, of Superior, Nebraska, daughter of the deceased, who was detained at Galesburg Saturday by failing to make train connections and not arriving in Farmer City until 10 o'clock P.M. Sunday, the burial took place Monday. A vast concourse of people assembled to pay the last sad rites of respect to the remains of the departed. Her relatives were many and her friends numbered thousands.
For over three quarters of a century Grandma McCord has lived on earth. Her life has been replete with acts of kindness and deeds of love and mercy, winning esteem, affection and love from all with whom she associated. Over forty years, nearly half a century ago, she professed the religion of the Lord Jesus and united with the M. E. Church. She lived not only a consistent but a devoted Christian the remainder of her life. She has been called to her reward, and has gone to be with her Redeemer.
The grief-stricken relatives have the sincere and heartfelt sympathy of the whole community, for they know there is one gone from our midst whose place can not be filled, a vacancy which will remain.
Source: Judy Simpson
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March 1898
(paper unknown)
Illinois
FARMER CITY FUNERAL NOTICES
McCORD
Died at his home in Farmer City on Monday, March 7, 1898, at 2 p.m. William A. McCORD, aged 52 years, 6 months, 15 days.
Funeral: M. E. Church, March 9th. Lemon Post G.A.R No. 210. Burial: Camp Ground Cemetery.
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Thursday, September 25, 2003
Trail Cities Messenger
Wisconsin
JOSEPH DANIEL MCGARVEY
Joseph Daniel McGARVEY, 77, LaCrosse, died Thursday, September 18, 2003 at Hillview Health Care Center in LaCrosse.
He was born June 8, 1926, to Marie (GREGOR) and Daniel McGARVEY. He joined the Navy in 1943, training at Great Lakes Naval base. He served on the USS Pavlic, traveling up Tokyo Bay in Japan, and saw the signing of the peace treaty ending World War II. On November 19, 1944, he married Agnes LEITH while stationed at the Naval Base in Norfolk, Virginia, prior to being shipped out. He received an honorable discharge on February 23, 1946, and held the rank of Radar-2nd Class. For two years he worked at Erickson Bakery, until returning to the family farm in Wilton. He farmed for 23 years, maintaining the farm that was in the McGarvey family for over 100 years. From 1970 to 1982, he served as the Postmaster of Wilton. In 1982, he transferred to the Post Office in Arcadia and served as the Postmaster in that office until he retired in 1989. In 1990, the couple moved to LaCrescent and then to LaCrosse in 1998 to be closer to their children and grandchildren.
He was a devoted Catholic and was a member of the Knights of Columbus for 40 years. He was a member of the Wilton American Legion for 52 years and also served as Commander and Legion Adjutant. He was a member of the Wilton Lions Club for 30 years. He served on the School Board for the Elroy-Kendall-Wilton School District, holding the position of President for the Board for 13 years. Prior to the merging of Elroy, Kendall, and Wilton, he served on the School Board for Cold Springs School in rural Wilton. He also served as the Treasurer and Clerk for two years in the Town of Wilton.
He enjoyed woodworking his entire life. After retiring, he used his skills building wood items for the many craft shows that he and Agnes traveled to. He also enjoyed watching the Brewer and Packer games and the activities of his grandchildren. Joe always had a joke to tell, the devil in his eye, and a smile on his face. His stories and his laughter are a legacy to his family.
He is survived by his loving wife of 59 years, Agnes; his children, Judy (Mert) FISCHER of Marshfield, their children, Jeff (Kristyn) FISCHER, Brad FISCHER, and Randy (Janis) FISCHER; Daniel (Jill) McGARVEY of LaCrosse, their children, Jaime McGARVEY and Joseph A. McGARVEY; Mary Patricia McGARVEY of Onalaska, her children, Sara McGARVEY, Marci [sic] VERWIEBE, and Jason VERWIEBE; Karen (Tom) HAVILLE of Onalaska, their children, Bryan HAVILLE and Nate HAVILLE; his great-grandchildren, Paige, Emma, and Jerra Joe FISCHER. He is also survived by his sister, Mary FOLLANSBEE of Beaver Dam; his brother Robert (Mary) McGARVEY of Rice Lake; a brother-in-law, Donald (Irene) LEITH of LaCrosse; a sister-in-law, Myrtle PERSICH of Peoria, IL; nieces and nephews; a cousin who was like a brother to him, Jerome (Bev) McGARVEY of Verona; and many other cousins and family members. His parents preceded him in death.
A Mass of Christian burial was held on Monday, Sept. 22, at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Wilton. Rev. Brian D. Konopa officiated. Burial was in the church cemetery with military honors by Hanson-Stark-Leith-Paeth American Legion Post 508 of Wilton. His grandchildren served as pallbearers. Relatives and friends are invited to call at the church in Wilton on Sunday from 4 until 8:00 p.m. and on Monday from 10:00 a.m. until the time of the Mass.
Smith-Nelson Funeral Home in Wilton is assisting family with arrangements.
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September 9, 1920
Thorp Courier
Thorp, Wisconsin
Mrs. Ernest MOERI died at the home of her parents in this village on Saturday, Sept. 4, 1920, after a lingering illness. She was born at Plainfield, Wis. on July 12, 1884 and came here with her parents a few years later. On September 4, 1904 she was untied in marriage with Ernest MOERI at Billings, Mont., and later moved to Evanston, Ill., where they have since resided. She was a member of Eastern Star Lodge No. 728 at Chicago.
Deceased arrived here about a month ago, in hopes of regaining her health. She leaves her husband, parents, Mr. and Mrs. George CRAIG, and one sister, Mrs. James NORTON, to mourn the loss of a kind and loving wife, daughter and sister. The funeral took place on Tuesday afternoon from the residence, Rev. Griffith of Stanley officiating, interment following in the Thorp Village Cemetery.
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Thursday, September 22, 2003
Trail Cities Messenger
Wisconsin
MARGARET E. MONSKEY
Margaret E. MONSKEY, 89, Elroy, died Monday, Sept. 22 2003, at the Heritage Manor Nursing Home in Elroy.
The daughter of John and Martha (DAUBERT) LUCHT, she was born Dec. 1, 1913, in LaValle. She was married to John A. MONSKEY Nov. 24, 1931. He preceded her in death July 6, 1982. She had lived in Elroy most of her life, where she was a homemaker and worked at the Elroy High School lunch program. She was a member of Zion Ev. Lutheran Church.
Survivors include four children, Loretta (Robert) KRAUSE of Janesville, Eugene (Patricia) MONSKEY of Minneapolis, Gerall (Karen) MONSKEY of Plymouth Minn.; and Richard (Becky) MONSKEY of Tomah; 11 grandchildren; eight great grand-children; four sisters-in-law, Hilda LUCHT of Reedsburg, Evelyn MONSKEY of Hillpoint, Marcella VOGLER of Elroy, and Germadine LUCHT of Columbus.
In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents and two brothers, Ervin and Robert.
The funeral will be held today (Thursday, Sept. 25) at 11 a.m. at Zion Ev. Lutheran Church in Elroy with the Rev. Conrad Prell officiating. Burial will follow in the Elroy City Cemetery. Friends may call at the church from 10 to 11 a.m. today.
The Picha Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.
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July 18, 1941
(paper unknown)
Wisconsin
FUNERAL RITES FOR W. H. MORSE HELD THURSDAY
Funeral services for W. H. MORSE were held Thursday morning, July 10, at the St. Mary's Catholic church at Tomah and burial was in the Warrens cemetery.
Mr. MORSE had been in ill health for the past six months, and submitted to an operation May 16. Hopes were entertained for his recovery until about two weeks before his passing, which took place July 8.
William Henry MORSE was born near Berlin, Wisconsin, May 7, 1866. He was the only son of Louis and Julia MORSE. In his early boyhood he came with his parents to the farm near Warrens, where he spent the rest of his life. He was united in marriage with Deda WOODARD, July 8, 1888. To this union were born five children, Hezza W. MORSE, Mrs. Kittie STEELE, Mrs. Lucille ROWAN, all of Warrens, Mrs. Saddie MURRAY of Bakersfield, California and Vincent MORSE, who preceded him in death in 1933.
He is survived by his widow, four children, four sisters. Mrs. Emma EDWARDS, Janesville, Mrs. Myra SWEET, Tomah, Mrs. Della WILDES and Mrs. Mary MCCURDY of Rockford, Ill., and many other relatives and friends.
Mr. MORSE had always been actively concerned in any work which made for the advancement of his community, and was widely known as a progressive citizen. During the past few years he had been engaged in building roads.
Three years ago Mr. and Mrs. MORSE celebrated their golden wedding and he passed away on the 53rd anniversary of their marriage. He will be missed by his friends and business associates as well as his family.
Those from away who attended the services were, Mrs. Sadie MURRAY, Bakersfield, Cal., Mrs. Sherwin MORSE, Manitowoc, Wis., Mr. Merrill MORSE, New Orleans, La., Miss Verna and Miss Vivian STEELE, Chicago, Ill., Mrs. Emma EDWARDS and Mr. and Mrs. W. J. CASH, Janesville, Wis., Mrs. J. H. CHAFFIN, Mrs. David FULLER, Mr. and Mrs. Howard FULLER, Mrs. Lois KALLAS, Ripon, Mr. Henry CHAFFIN, Mr. Frank BACHKAL, Berlin, Mr. and Mrs. W. D. WOODARD, Cable, Wis., Mrs. Hazel HOFFMAN, Chicago, Ill., Mr. and Mrs. Will HEINZE, Portage, Wis., Mr. and Mrs. Ortis JOHNSON, Shawano.
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Friday, July 6, 1928
Clinton Public
Clinton, Illinois
PHINEAS PAGE, FORMER LOCAL RESIDENT, DIES
Mrs. Minnie (PAGE) SHUE of Clinton received a telegram Thursday giving the news of the death of her brother, Phineas A. PAGE, which occurred on July 3, at his home in Spokane, Washington.
Phineas A. Page, son of William and Arcada (HARROLD) PAGE was born two miles west of the village of DeWitt in what is known as the Walnut Grove neighborhood on Aug. 29, 1858. The farm on which he was born was a part of the government land which was entered by his grandfather, Jacob HARROLD, who with his brother Eli came to what was then the far west from Virginia in the early part of the century.
These pioneer men became possessed of a large part of the land lying along the east border of what is now known as Harp township and extending west for about four miles. This land for the most part has remained in the families of these two men and is now farmed by the third and fourth generations and their descendants.
Mr. Page grew to maturity on the farm where he was born. He received his education at the Walnut Grove schoolhouse and when a young man of twenty-four years he went to Deer Lodge, Montana, where he remained for 20 years, later going to Spokane, Wash., where he had since resided.
He was married to Miss Alice BRADBURY of Spokane in June, 1887. No children were born to this union. Mrs. Page passed to her long home in September 1916. Since that time he has occupied their home which was cared for by a housekeeper. Mr. Page was a most honorable young man respected by all he knew wherever he lived and leaves a large circle of friends who will mourn his demise.
The following are his immediate relatives: Mrs. Millie (PAGE) NORTH of Norbury, Mo.; Charles D. PAGE of DeWitt and Mrs. Minnie (PAGE) SHUE of Clinton. A younger brother, Fred, died a number of years ago in the family home.
Mrs. Isaac LAFFERTY of DeWitt who died the morning of July 4th, was an aunt of Mr. Page.
Source: Judy Simpson
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Wednesday, March 26, 1873
The News
Denver, Colorado
DIED
SHAFFNER—In this city, March 21, Mrs. Shaffner, wife of Rev. H. J. SHAFFNER, pastor of the Denver Circuit of the Methodist Episcopal Church, aged 34 years.
Mrs. Shaffner was a lady of most devoted character as wife, mother and Christian. She had greatly endeared herself to a large circle of friends in Idaho, Golden City, Arvada and Denver, while with her husband in these places in charge of religious interests. The family is indeed an afflicted one. Mr. S. is at times a great sufferer, and will sadly miss the kind hands which have so faithfully ministered to his necessities in suffering, and the cheering companionship which has blessed him in ministerial duty. Three motherless children are learning the gloomy lessons of early bereavement. The funeral occurred from the California Street Methodist Episcopal Church yesterday afternoon, conducted by Rev. Dr. Crary, assisted by Rev. Messrs. Kuhl, Allen and Vincent. Reverends Munger, Ross, Drew and Welch acted as pall bearers. The congregation of friends filled the house, and a large procession followed the corpse to the grave. But the glory of this occasion was the memory of Christian loveliness by which, in the faith that procured the character, the hope was full of immortality and eternal life.
Source: Nancy Myers
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December 2001
Trail Cities Messenger
Wisconsin
WAUKESHA —
Edward L. SMITH of Waukesha died Saturday, Dec. 22, 2001, at age 83.
He was the beloved husband of Helen (nee SWEET) for 42 years; the loving father of Emil (Joanne) of Franklin, Margaret (James) MACHALK of Mukwonago, Vernielle MOFFATT of West Monroe, La., and Lauritz (Joyce) of St. Francis; and stepfather of James HILL of Waukesha. He was the cherished grandfather of Mary LAPP (William Mirr), Edward (Lisa) SMITH, Denise CRITES, Gilbert CRAIGHEAD, James (Laura) SMITH, JerriLynn (Craig) MARKHAM, Tammy SMITH, Rebecca (Bill) RATH, Annamarie (Guy) BARTEL, Todd (Michele) SMITH, Timothy (Kristen) SMITH and 19 great-grandchildren.
Ed was a retired member of the Operating Engineers Local No. 139.
According to his wishes, his remains were donated to the Medical College of Wisconsin. There will be a private memorial service at a later date.
The family wishes to thank Nancy FARMER, Dede BUTLER, Chris COTTON, Bonnie GOTTSCHALK and many others too numerous to mention at The Waters of Westmoreland for their patience, understanding and care.
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January 16, 1930
Thorp Courier
Thorp, Wisconsin
On Sunday, January 12th, E. L. SNYDER was buried at St. Bernard's Cemetery, Thorp, Clark County, Wis., laid to rest by the side of his beloved wife Louise SNYDER, who had preceded him by but a few short years, having died July 3rd, 1924. He leaves to mourn his loss the following members of his immediate family, three sons, Lee J. SNYDER of Thorp, Cecil L. SNYDER of L'Anse, Mich., and Stephen C. SNYDER of Milwaukee; two sisters, Mrs. George C. HOWARD of Thorp and Mrs. Lewis BARNES of Ladysmith.
E. L. Snyder was born Dec. 2, 1861, in the town of Manchester, Mich. Soon after his father moved to Tomah, Wis. The boy was but eleven years of age when the father died. The circumstances of the family were such that Mr. Snyder was forced to hire out to neighboring farmers, though not yet in his teens, and the labor hard and back-breaking in those early days.
The early years of E. L. Snyder's life were crammed with plenty of action and many and varied were the means of livelihood to which he turned his hand. From Circus man and bell hop to lumberjack and concession man, and though his activities carried him over a somewhat extended area he confined himself principally to Michigan, Minnesota and Wisconsin.
Attracted to the mercantile business he entered into a partnership with his brother-in-law, George C. HOWARD, at Tunnel City in 1882. In 1883 he writes his partner Howard that the country in and around Thorp, Clark County, Wis. was limitless in possibilities, that it portended to become one of the best farming communities of the northwest. His enthusiastic letters awakened the interest of Mr. Howard with the result that the partners were operating a store in the village of Thorp near what is known as the "Old Station." A short time after Mr. Snyder dissolved partnership and conducted a store of his own in that part of the town, which afterward became the village proper.
He was married June 20, 1883 to Louise BURKE, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John BURKE. The two by dint of hard work established a paying general merchandising business.
Not for long, however, did Mr. Snyder confine himself to the store business, for when the papers first carried news of gold discovered in Alaska, he was anxious to "hit the trail." In company with thirty or forty other Clark County men, he made the trip to the Klondike. Many readers of the Courier can recall the interesting letters received and published by this paper.
On his return from Alaska, Mr. Snyder and George BURKE entered the auction field and many farmers and home sites far and near were benefited by the work of this able pair.
On Jan. 7, 1912 fire destroyed all of the Snyder property, the family barely escaping with their lives.
In June 1919, E. L. Snyder disposed of his rebuilt property and threw all his resources into the Wissota Dance Pavilion and Beach Cooperation. The venture failed and proved to be the last to which this two-fisted hard worker directed his energies.
On July 3, 1924 his wife Louise Snyder, after a short illness, died.
On Jan. 3, 1930, word came that E. L. Snyder was seriously ill in Tampa, Fla. After an operation by attending physician Dr. Higgin, he succumbed Jan. 8th, 1930 at the county hospital, cause of death, intestinal obstruction.
The body arrived at Thorp, Jan. 10th, and interment took place Sunday, Jan. 12th at St. Bernard's Cemetery, following services conducted by Rev. A. Muckerheide at the home of Lee J. Snyder.
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July 10, 1924
Thorp Courier
Thorp, Wisconsin
Mrs. E. L. SNYDER passed away at St. Joseph's Hospital at Chippewa Falls on Thursday morning last, after an illness extending over a period of several months. Taken ill in December last and confined to the house for about three months, after which she recovered somewhat, but grew worse and was taken to the hospital to secure relief, which however, proved to no avail.
Louise BURKE, daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. John BURKE, was born near Kingston, Green Lake County, Wis., on December 15, 1863, and came to Thorp, Clark County, Wis. with her parents in 1882, which has since been her home. On June 20, 1883, she was united in marriage with E. L. SNYDER, who with three sons, L. J. of Thorp, Cecil of L'Anse, Mich., and Stephen of Milwaukee, survive.
Among us all she ranked always as a woman of refinement, sympathy, a kind neighbor, devoted wife and mother and true friend, and a with all woman of heroic mould in bravely meeting the stern requirements and the disappointments of life.
Besides her immediate family she also leaves to mourn four sisters, Mrs. Mary MURPHY of Polley, Mrs. John ROTH of Thorp, Mrs. W. E. POPPE of L'Anse, Mich., and Mrs. Anson HEAGLE of Chippewa Falls.
The funeral took place from St. Bernard's Church on Sunday afternoon last, Rev. John Neise officiating. Interment followed in the Catholic Cemetery.
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April 1900
(paper unknown)
Mrs. Elizabeth STANTON passed away April 7, 1900, in Bryant, South Dakota. She was born in Perry Village, New York, August 14, 1835. At the age of 18, she moved with her parents to Eureka, Wisconsin. In 1855 she married Mr. F. (Ferdinand) EASTLING and in 1884 removed with family to Bryant, South Dakota, where she has since resided.
Source: Ed Gusman
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January 1959
(paper unknown)
Wisconsin
SERVICES HELD FOR FRED EDWARD STEELE
Fred Edward STEELE, son of George and Ruth Wood STEELE, was born near Valley Junction on November 19, 1882.
On October 6, 1907, he was united in marriage with Minnie SORENSON. To this union three children were born. The youngest, Betty Gayle, died in infancy. He lived in Warren most of his life.
He passed away on Jan. 19, 1958, after a long illness. Four brothers and one sister preceded him in death.
He leaves to mourn his loving wife, Minnie, his son, Clayton and wife of Birmingham, Ala., his daughter, Beulah and husband of Elgin, Ill. Also seven grandchildren, two brothers, Carl of Warrens and Charles of Algoma, also two sisters, Mrs. Art GETMAN of Tomah and Mrs. Fred DOBBINS of Beloit, survive.
Funeral services were held at the Warrens Baptist church on Jan. 22, 1958, at 10 a.m. Rev. Moore officiated. He was laid to rest in Warrens Cemetery.
Source: Dennis Aney
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Saturday, February 2, 1889
Tomah Journal
Tomah, Wisconsin
BYRON
Died in the town of Byron, Jan. 24 1889, George W. STEELE aged 56 years, 6 months and 15 days, Mr. Steele's death resulted from injuries which he sustained three weeks ago by being crushed under a tree which he had felled. He was a great sufferer from the time of the accident until his death relieved him.
He was buried on Saturday, Jan. 26, Rev Galiger of Tomah conducting services.
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August, 1922
Tomah Journal
Tomah, Wisconsin
OBITUARY
Bertha A. SUTHERLAND, born Readstown, Vernon Co. on June 11, 1873 (married William DUPEE, married William PEARSON), died August 18, 1922.
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Friday, March 18, 1887
Clinton Public
Clinton, Illinois
SWIGART —
Sarah Arabella, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. A. McCONKEY, was born November 6, 1855. Her parents emigrated to DeWitt county from Ohio the year of her birth. She joined the Methodist Protestant Church in 1873, and February 4th, 1876, she was married to Carl SWIGART. Three children were born to them, all of whom survive her. She died at her home in DeWitt March 2, 1887, after a few days illness. Her funeral services, held March 3rd, were conducted by her pastor, Rev. Winans, assisted by Rev. Pomfret, of the M. E. Church. A large number of friends and relatives accompanied the remains to their final resting place in DeWitt.
Thus, briefly chronicled, is the life of a woman, who, though belonging to the younger generation had many of the sterner elements of the pioneer in her character. Few indeed combine such sturdiness of character with such kindness of disposition. Firm in the right, yet gentle as a child, she won the hearts of all. Not many lives are lived more earnestly than this one. She knew no weariness to serve her people and loved ones. Hers were the unceasing teachings to guide her children in the path of duty; to instill in the plastic mind the easy lessons of piety. The husband must walk alone down the shadows of life's valley. The children are left without the light of a mother's love; yet she has bequeathed to them the rich legacy of a noble example. Although one of a large family of children, yet by her peculiar unselfishness and self-reliance she was much leaned upon as the staff of the declining years of her aged father and mother. She was also a worker in the church, holding the office of steward at the time of her death. It is well known that in a village all charitable and religious work is in the hands of a few. Of this few Mrs. Swigart was one of the best. Whether for a church festival or Sabbath-school entertainment, she was foremost in the work. From all came the tribute, "She was our helping hand."
To the bereft husband and children, to the mourning father and mother, nearing life's resting place; to the brothers and sisters; to the friends of her life and labors—we can only point you for comfort to the faith which sustained our beloved through every trial.
Source: Judy Simpson
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December 1928
(paper unknown)
Wisconsin
Ruth Mauer [sic] WOOD was born February 22, 1843 at Java, Wyoming County, New York and departed this life at the home of her daughter Mrs. F. A. DOBBINS, Beloit, Wisconsin, December 21, 1928, at the age of 86 years and 10 months.
She was married to George STEELE 66 years ago. To this union 11 children were born, two dying in infancy. The surviving children are Clint, Fred, and Carl of Warrens, Charlie of Harshaw, Clayton of Chetek, Bert and Hattie of Tomah, Addie and Clara of Beloit and two step daughters, Maude HASKINS of Amery, Wisconsin, and Julia of Indiana; 44 grandchildren, and 42 great grandchildren, one sister, Mrs. Alvira ROOT of Tomah, besides a host of other relatives and friends. Her husband preceded her in death 40 years ago.
She came with her family to Tomah in the year 1880. She was a faithful and a loving mother and will be greatly missed by relatives and friends.
Funeral services were held in Beloit Saturday, December 22 conducted by Elder W. Hartnal. The remains were then brought to Wyeville where further services were conducted by Elder L. Houghton on Monday, December 24, at the L. D. S. Church of which she had been a member for many years.
The pall bearers were her six sons. Six granddaughters carried flowers. She was laid to rest beside her husband in the Wood Cemetery.
Those from out of town who attended the funeral were, Mrs. John GARBER, Mr. and Mrs. Fred DOBBINS of Beloit, Mr. and Mrs. Clayton STEELE and son Orla of Chetek, Mr. and Mrs. Charles STEELE of Harshaw, Mr. and Mrs. Wallace GETMAN of La Crosse, Mr. and Mrs. Ed. PARMAN of Fond du Lac, Daniel ROOT of Austin, Minn., Nora and Frank ROOT of Madison, Roy ARMSTRONG of McNomonie, Michigan, and E. VAN ALSTYNE of Chetek.
We loved her, yes we loved her
But angels loved her more,
And they have gently called her
To yonder shining shore.
The golden gates were opened
A gentle voice said come
And with farewell unspoken
She calmly entered home.
"Children"
(aka Ruth Mariah `Marie' (WOOD) STEELE-GETMAN-HANCOCK-TOOTHMAN)
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June 5, 2003
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Tuttle, Harold J.
Jan. 3, 2002 [sic], age 88 years. Beloved husband of Elmeda E. (nee Reineke). Dear father of Linda (Glenn) Ziebell and Jane (John) Knap. Dear grandfather of Aimee (Guy) Powell, Melissa (Timothy) Dobberphul and Jessica Knap. 2 great granddaughters Claire and Chloe Powell, a brother Earl Tuttle and other relatives and friends. Funeral Services. Tues. Jan. 7 at 2 PM at St. Peter-Immanuel Lutheran Church, 7801 W. Acacia St. In State at the Church from 12-2 PM Tues. Interment Wonewoc, WI. Retired employee of Allis-Chalmers, Corp. Memorials to St. Peter-Immanuel Lutheran Church.
HARDER FUNERAL HOME BROOKFIELD
(262) 781-8350 www.harderfuneralhome.com
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June 29, 2001
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Tuttle, Shirley Ann
Shirley Ann TUTTLE departed this life at 8:08 a.m. on June 27, 2001 after a brave battle with cancer.
Shirley was born on September 30, 1924 in Wonewoc, WI. She was the youngest of five children born to George TUTTLE and Anna Rose (BATTIG) Tuttle. Shirley was preceded in death by her parents, George and Anna Tuttle; a brother, George Tuttle, Jr. Survivors include her brother Earl Tuttle; sister, Dorothy WOELFL (husband, Walter Woelfl), brother Harold Tuttle (wife, Elmeda "Metz" Tuttle), as well as numerous nieces and nephews. She is also survived by her "adopted" family in Texas, Sheryl BYRD, Ronald Byrd, and Sheryl's daughters, Kara CRAWFORD and Elizabeth Byrd. She will be dearly remembered by all who loved her.
Shirley selflessly donated her body to U.T. Southwestern Medical School in Dallas, Texas. A memorial service will be held at the Zolon A. Wilkins Family Chapel at Baylor Medical Center at Irving on Saturday, June 30, 2001 at 4:00 p.m. Shirley requested that in lieu of flowers, donations be made to your local hospice.
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November 10, 1901
Sparta Herald
DEATHS
Eda VAN DYKE, aged 42 years, wife of J. W. Van Dyke, died Thursday, Nov. 10, at her home in this city. Tuberculosis was the cause of her death. The remains were taken to Tomah and funeral services held at a small church about five miles from that city. Interment was made in the church cemetery.
Edith ‘Eda’ (Sutherland) Wood – Wood – Van Dyke
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January 9, 2002
Minneapolis Star Tribune
Leah E. Wolden
Wolden Leah E., age 93, of Mpls., on Jan. 7. Preceded in death by her husband, Eldor. Survived by daughter, Dorothy Ruston of Santa Fe, NM; son, Andrew (Jenny) Anderson of Crosslake, MN; grandchildren; great-grandchildren; sister, Virgie; brother, Earl; many relatives and friends.
Funeral service Friday, Jan. 11, 11:00 AM at First Memorial Funeral Chapel, 4343 Nicollet Ave S., Mpls. Visitation one hour before service. Interment Fort Snelling National Cemetery. 612-824-4567
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September 1934
(paper unknown)
Wisconsin
A. A. WOOD PASSES AWAY LAST SUNDAY
A. A. WOOD passed away at his home at Valley View, northeast of Tomah, early Sunday morning, following a stroke on Saturday afternoon.
Addison Arthur Wood, son of Henry and Elizabeth (LILLY) WOOD, was born September 27, 1875 in the town of Byron — where he resided during his entire life.
Mr. Wood was respected by all who knew him and enjoyed a wide circle of friends.
He is survived by four brothers, Bert and James of Hillsboro, Ernest of Millston and Charles of Sparta, and one sister, Mrs. Elizabeth VANDERWALKER of Pine Island.
Funeral services were held from the Latter Day Saints church at Wyeville on Wednesday afternoon, Rev. A. E. Frederick of Sparta officiating. Burial was made in the Wood cemetery.
Source: Jackie Gelly
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December 1925
(paper unknown)
Wisconsin
OBITUARY
Addison Joseph WOOD was born on Feb. 10, 1848, near Java Lake, N.Y., and departed this life Dec. 21, 1925, at his farm home near Valley Junction, Wis. He came with his parents to Richford, Wis., in 1864, and in 1871 he came to this vicinity.
In 1877 he was united in marriage to Miss Anna ROOT. To this union two sons were born: Charley C. of Wyeville, Wis., and George E. at home. He leaves to mourn the loss his wife, two sons, five grandchildren, and two sisters, Mrs. Alvira ROOT near Valley Junction, and Mrs. Ruth TOOTHMAN of Tomah, besides other relatives and friends who will miss a kind friend and neighbor.
A precious one from us has gone,
A voice we loved is stilled;
A place is vacant in our home
Which never can be filled.
God in his wisdom has recalled
The boon his love has given;
And though the body slumbers here
The soul is safe in Heaven
CARD OF THANKS
We wish to express our appreciation to those who so kindly assisted us during the sickness and death of our beloved husband and father; also for the floral offerings and the singers.
Mrs. A. J. Wood,
George Wood,
Mr. and Mrs. Charley Wood.
Source: Jackie Gelly
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September 1933
(paper unknown)
Wisconsin
CHARLES WOOD IS CALLED IN DEATH
Charley Orin WOOD, son of Addison J. and Anna WOOD, passed away at his home September 20, 1933
He was born May 10, 1878 near Valley Junction and has lived in this community all his life.
He was united in marriage with Miss Harriet WOODS February 22, 1904. To this union seven children were born: Albert near Valley Junction, Jennie and Ada near Shennington, Nellie, Lottie, and Evelyn at home. Robert preceded him in death in 1918.
The community was greatly shocked by his sudden death. He will be missed by all who knew him.
He leaves to mourn the loss; his wife, six children, four grandchildren, his mother and one brother, besides a host of relatives and friends.
Peaceful by thy silent slumber
Peaceful in the grave so low
Thou no more will join our number
Thou no more our sorrows know
Yet again we hope to meet thee
When the day of life is fled
And in heaven with joy to greet thee
Where no farewell tears are shed.
Call not back the dear departed
Anchored safe where storms are o'er
On the border land we left him
Soon to meet and part no more.
When we leave this world of changes.
When we leave this world of care
We shall find our missing loved one
In our Fathers' Mansion fair.
Those from out-of-town who attended the funeral were: Mr. and Mrs. Archie ROOT and daughter, Mr. D. A. ROOT, Dexter, Minnesota; Mrs. Eugene VANDERWALKER, Pine Island; Mr. and Mrs. Clayton STEELE and son, Chetek; Mr. and Mrs. Fred DOBBINS and Mr. and Mrs. Winnie STEELE of Beloit; Mr. and Mrs. Ernest WOOD and son, Mr. Charlie WOOD and daughter of Sparta; Mr. and Mrs. F. C. ROOT, Mr. and Mrs. James ALLEN, Mr. and Mrs. Lee ROOT, Mr. and Mrs. Floyd GRISWOLD, Miss Delores ROOT, Mr. and Mrs. Clarence ROOT, Madison; Mrs. Glen KASDORF, Milwaukee; Mrs. Nora ROOT, Racine; Mr. and Mrs. Clint STEELE, Mr. and Mrs. Fred STEELE, Mr. and Mrs. Carl STEELE, Warrens; Mr. and Mrs. Ernest WOOD, Millstone; Mr. and Mrs. Bert WOOD and son, Mr. and Mrs. James WOOD, Rockton; Mr. and Mrs. Art EDWARDS, Mr. and Mrs. Joe FULLER, Mr. and Mrs. John APPEDSON and children, Adams; Mr. Robert JONES and daughter of Friendship.
The funeral was conducted Sunday, September 24, from the L.D.S. church at Wyeville by Elder Houghton and remains were laid to rest in the Wood cemetery.
Source: Jackie Gelly
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June 1925
(paper unknown)
Wisconsin
ANSWER THE LAST CALL
Elmer Warren WOOD was born in Erie county, New York, September 29, 1858, and departed this life at his home near Drain, Monday, June 29, 1925 at 7 a.m., from general debility. Although Mr. Wood has not been in the best of health for the past few years, his ailment was not considered serious until a short time ago.
The deceased had lived in this vicinity for the past 18 years, coming here from Tomah, Wisconsin, and has been in engaged in ranching. His acquaintenace was wide, and he numbered his friends by the hundreds. With the passing of Mr. Wood, Douglas county has lost one of its best citizens.
Deceased leaves a wife, Mrs. Frances (SUTHERLAND) WOOD, and 3 children, one son and three [sic] daughters. The son, E. A. WOOD, lives at Roseburg, while the two daughters, Mrs. Lola SCHOLZ [sic] and Mrs. Edith LUNEAU, both of Cottage Grove.
The funeral was held at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, conducted by Elder E. B. Rhoads and Undertaker Mills of Cottage Grove, while internment was made in the Drain cemetery.
All sympathize with the bereaved ones in their hour of affliction.
Source: Jackie Gelly
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February 1933
(paper unknown)
Wisconsin
MRS. ELMER WOOD IS CALLED IN DEATH
Word has been received here that Mrs. Elmer WOOD of Drain, Oregon, a resident of Tomah and vicinity except for the past few years, was instantly killed on February 3.
Mrs. Wood was standing in her yard visiting with a neighbor, when an automobile struck her, causing immediate death.
Deceased leaves to mourn her demise two daughters, Mrs. Lou SCHULTZ and Mrs. S. R. WILLIS, a son Lige, and several grandchildren residing in Oregon, besides two brothers, Eli SUTHERLAND of Tunnel City and William of Wilton, also a host of other relatives and friends in this vicinity who regret to learn of the tragedy.
Source: Jackie Gelly
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Tuesday, December 28, 1915
Tomah Journal
Tomah, Wisconsin
VALLEY JUNCTION
Mrs. Willis WOOD who was so badly burned about three weeks ago, passed away Monday morning about six o'clock at her home in the Wood settlement.
She leaves, beside her husband and baby daughter, her parents and a sister and brother to mourn her loss.
The funeral services will be held at the L.D.S. church at Valley Junction Thursday at two o'clock p.m. Rev. Whiteaker of Chetek will conduct the services.
(See newspaper article)
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Thursday, July 24, 1919
Greenwood Gleaner
Greenwood, Wisconsin
Guy, the fourteen year old son of Mr. and Mrs. Jim WOOD, passed away in death at the Marshfield Hospital last Wednesday, the cause of his death being blood poisoning.
This makes the second death in the Wood family within a few weeks, their little baby (Lyle) dying July 7th. Guy was a well-liked young boy and will be greatly missed by his associates.
The funeral was held from the home Friday afternoon with interment in the Greenwood Cemetery. The bereaved parents have the sympathy of the entire community.
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Funeral Card
Name: Lawrence LeRoy WOOD
Born: January 14, 1908; LeFarg, Wisconsin
Died: March 18, 1981; Mesa, Arizona
Services: Kubler Apache Junction Mortuary
Date/Time: Friday, March 20, 1981 — 7:00 p.m.
Clergyman: Rev. Earl WOOD
Interment: Private cremation
Source: Arlene Cote and Elane Greene-Jenson
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Thursday, July 10, 2003
Minneapolis Star Tribune
Minneapolis, Minnesota
LeROY A. WOOD
WOOD, LeRoy A., age 78, of Wyoming, MN., died July 9, 2003. Preceded in death by his parents, Lawrence & Margaret. Survived by wife, Jackey; children, Tim & Mike; grandchildren, April & Ebony; great-grandchild, Sydney; sister, Arlene COTE.
Funeral service Monday, July 14, 2 PM at Faith Lutheran Church, 886 North Shore Drive, Forest Lake.
Visitation Sunday, 6-8 PM at Mattson Funeral Home, 343 North Shore Drive, Forest Lake.
Burial: Wyoming United Methodist Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorials to the American Cancer Society.
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March 1946
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Wisconsin
JAMES WOOD RITES HELD IN GREENWOOD
REV. ALEX J. ABBOTT OFFICIATES AT FUNERAL SERVICES AT CHURCH
Greenwood Funeral services for James WOOD, 66, who died Mar. 25, 1946 at St. Joseph's Hospital, Marshfield, were held Wednesday afternoon, March 27, at Grace Methodist Church, the Rev. Alex J. Abbott officiating. Interment was made in the Greenwood Cemetery.
During the service Ilene and Irene ABBOTT, accompanied by Mrs. John MENG, sang 'Lord, Kindly Light' , and 'Only Shadows'. Pallbearers were John GOTZ of Holcombe, Chris PETERSON of Withee, Clarence VANDEBERG of Owen, and Fred SCHMIDT, Martin AFKEND, and Fred BUSCH, Greenwood.
James Arnold Wood, son of Henry and Elizabeth (LILLY) WOOD, was born at Valley Junction, Monroe County, Aug. 27, 1879. For the past three years he made his home in Clark County and also with his son, Kenneth, at Withee.
On Dec. 23, 1900, he was married to Edith HANCOCK, who died in 1919. Ten children were born to this union. His marriage to Myra BUGBEE took place June 24, 1930 at Winona, Minn. They had seven children.
Surviving are his wife and 13 children, Lawrence WOOD, Holcombe, Mrs. John (Mildred) KOHLS, Jacksonport, Wis. Mrs. Eldor (Leah) WOLDEN, Kendall, Kenneth WOOD, Withee, Mrs. Harry (Virgil) VERWIEBE, Kendall, Mrs. Kristel (Doris) CRAIG, Minneapolis, Laverne WOOD, Greenwood, Earl WOOD, Jacksonport, and Francis, Albert, George, Addison, Ronald, and a stepson, Sherman, all at home.
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March 1946
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Wisconsin
JAMES ARNOLD WOOD RITES READ WEDNESDAY
Final rites were read for James Arnold WOOD, Wednesday, March 27, at the Methodist Church at Greenwood. Rev. Abbott read the service. Interment was made in the Greenwood cemetery.
Mr. Wood, the victim of a heart attack, was 66 years of age at the time of his death.
In 1943 he suffered a stroke and since that time has been an invalid. He was a patient at the Marshfield Hospital at the time of his death.
James Arnold Wood was born on August 27, 1879 in Monroe county, Wisconsin. On December 23, 1900, he was united in marriage to his first wife, Edith HANCOCK, in Missouri. Ten children were born, two of whom and his wife preceded him in death.
In 1930 he was united in marriage to Myra BUGBEE, a resident of Vernon county. Seven children were born to the couple, two of which have preceded him in death.
Mr. Wood had spent the greater part of his life in the occupation of farming. Four years ago he retired, but his retirement enjoyment was restricted because of his illness.
His passing is mourned by his wife and sons: Lawrence, Holcombe; Kenneth, Withee; Laverne, Greenwood; Earl, Jacksonport; George, Addison, and Ronald, and a stepson, Sherman, of Greenwood, and daughters, Francis and Alberta, Greenwood; Mrs. John (Mildred) KOHLS, Jacksonport; Mrs. Eldor (Leah) WOLDEN, Kendall, and Mrs. Harry (Virgel) VERWIEBE, Kendall; Mrs. Kristel (Doris) CRAIG of Minneapolis; three brothers, Bert of Ontario, Wisconsin, Ernest of Millston, Wis., and Charles of Sparta, and 17 grandchildren, and one great grandchild.
Source: Elaine Greene-Jenson
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June 1922
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Wisconsin
OBITUARY
John D. WOOD was born December 3, 1855, at Wales Center, Erie Co., N.Y. He died on June 5th, 1922 after two years of a lingering illness.
He, with his parents, moved to Waukesha county in 1866. Six years later they moved to Valley Junction, Wis. On October 13, 1878, he married Miss Carrie EDWARDS. To this union there were born four children, three of whom are living, viz: Mrs. C. O. ROOT of Wyeville, Horace WOOD, and Mrs. E. W. FOX of Drain, Oregon.
He leaves to mourn his loss his wife, three children, eleven grandchildren, three sisters, and two brothers. The brothers and sisters are Mrs. Alvira ROOT, Mr. A. J. WOOD, Mrs. Ruth TOOTHMAN of Valley Junction, Elmer WOOD of Drain Oregon, Mrs. Josephine GARBER of Victor, Montana.
On Wednesday afternoon, funeral services were conducted by Rev. J. G. Smith from his late residence. The burial was in the Wood cemetery.
Source: Jackie Gelly
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Funeral Card
Name: Margaret May (CALKINS) WOOD
Born: January 06, 1901; Hansen, Wisconsin
Died: September 11, 1989; Forest Lake, Minnesota
Services: Mattson Funeral Home Chapel; Forest Lake, Minnesota
Date/Time: Wednesday, September 13, 1989 — 11:00 a.m.
Clergyman: Rev. Philip Peterson
Interment: September 14, 1989 — 11:00 a.m.; Cornell Cemetery, Cornell, Wisconsin
Source: Arlene Cote and Elaine Greene-Jenson
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December 1893
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Wisconsin
OBITUARY
Willis W. WOOD was born in Wyeville, Wisconsin, on December 11, 1893. There he made his home until he departed for France in 1918. In 1913 he was united in marriage to Gertrude Hancock and to this union two children were born, viz.: Eda Lois, who died shortly after birth, and Dorothy Mae, who is now twelve years of age. Mrs. WOOD followed baby Eda Lois to her grave when Dorothy was six months old.
When the Armistice was signed, Willis Wood returned to Tomah and there was united in marriage to Gertrude SHAW. To them three children were born, viz.: Ralph Willis, age five, Lucille Elizabeth, age three; and Leslie Charles, age eighteen months. About four years ago he moved his family to Beloit and from there to Flint, Mich., where they lived until his death.
He leaves to mourn his sudden departure to the great beyond, his wife and four children; one sister and brother, Mrs. Eugene VANDERWALKER of Pine Island, Minn.; and Charles WOOD of Warrens, Wis.; also four half brothers, Bert WOOD of Wilton, Addison WOOD of Wyeville, James WOOD of Cornell, and Earnest [sic] WOOD of Warrens; also many other near relatives.
The funeral was conducted by Rev. David H. LeVin from the church at Wyeville. The interment was in the Wyeville cemetery.
Source: Jackie Gelly
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Saturday, July 3, 1937
Stevens Point Daily Journal
Stevens Point, Wisconsin
OBITUARY
Floyd Wright
Floyd WRIGHT, a former resident of Stevens Point, died Thursday afternoon at 4 o'clock at his home in Milwaukee. He had been seriously ill for three weeks. His last visit to Stevens Point was on Memorial day.
Mr. Wright, who was about 55 years old, lived in Stevens Point for many years. His wife, the former Miss. Mable DUNCAN, whom he married here, was a native of Stevens Point.
Surviving are his wife and two sons, Chester and Harvey at home. A sister, Mrs. Wilbur CRAIG, resides at 1422 Clark street, and a brother, George WRIGHT, lives at Milwaukee.
Funeral services were held in Milwaukee this afternoon and the body will then be brought to Stevens Point, arriving on a Soo Line train early Sunday morning. The remains will be taken to the Prais funeral home where they will be until the time of committal rites Tuesday morning at 10 o'clock in the Forest cemetery. Masonic ritualistic services will be conducted at the grave. The funeral party will leave the funeral home at 9:45 o'clock.
Mr. Wright was a member of Washburn lodge No. 145, F. & A. M.
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Monday, November 20, 1978
Effingham Daily News
Effingham, Illinois
Edna Little’s Daughter Dies In Ohio
Mrs. Edna LITTLE received word of the death of her daughter, Billie ZEDAKER, of New Carlisle, Ohio, on Thursday [16 NOV 1978].
Mrs. Zedaker was born in Effingham and attended grade and high school in Effingham. She married Cassius Zedaker of New Bedford, PA.
Besides her husband and mother, she is survived by two sisters, Marnita JENNINGS and Alma GOLDEN, both of Effingham; three daughters, one son, and nine grandchildren.
The funeral was Sunday [19 NOV 1978] in New Carlisle, with burial in Medway, Ohio.
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