Institution: Harold B. Lee Library, Brigham Young University Call Number: Microfilm Sp24 Classification: ORIGINAL: Newspaper Location: USA, Utah, Utah, Spanish Fork Date Range: BTWN 1900 and 2003 Thursday, December 21, 1933: Obituary LARSEN, Lars Peter Document Entry Number: 1
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Transcription: LARS P. LARSEN DIES AT SALT LAKE
Lars P. Larsen, 70, well known resident of this city, president of the High Priests' quorum of Palmyra Stake, formerly Bishop of the Leland ward, died at the L.D.S. hospital at Salt Lake Sunday night of complications following a major operation about ten days ago. He was born in Glowstroth, Denmark, May 8th 1863. His parents were Lars and Johanna Jensen Larsen. With them he emigrated to Utah and to Spanish Fork at the age of six years. He made his home in the vicinity of Spanish Fork from that time until his death. He married Mary Ellen Bowen in the Manti Temple November 12, 1890. They made their home in the Leland District where Mr. Larsen was a successful farmer and livestock grower. He was Bishop of the Leland ward from August 13, 1913 to 1921 when the family moved to Spanish Fork. He continued to be active in the L.D.S. church work. At the time the Plamyra Stake was organized, he was chosen first counselor to President John H. Hayes of the High Priess quorum, and at the time of his death was president of the quorum. One of the sons of Mr. Larsen was killed in action in France during the World War. Mrs. Larsen was preparing to his grave as a guest of the U. S. government when she was fatally stricken and died a year ago last summer. Nine of their sons and daughters survive them. They are William P., David B., Grant F., Dean M. Larsen. Mrs Ruth Wilde, Mrs. Elinro Davis, and Mrs. Lillian Money all of Spanish Fork; Spencer A. Larsen, Grand Forks, South Dakota; 22 grandchildren, six brother and sisters, Hans P., Nels P. and Joseph L. Larsen, Mrs. Hannah Roach, Mrs. Mary Frost, and Mrs. Sina Grotegut, all of Spanish Fork. Funeral services are being held this afternoon at the Fourth Ward chapel.
Wellington Wood died at his home in Second ward yesterday afternoon of acute pneumonia, after an illness of only a few days. He was born August 17th, 1841 in Royal Oak, Oakland County, Michigan. He was the son of Daniel and Sarah Wood, and is the father of fourteen children and 49 grandchildren. Surviving him are his wife, Mary Elizabeth Wood, and the following sons and daughters: Wellington Wood Jr., J. Morris Wood, Amos Wood, Mrs. Mayland Carter, Mrs. Charles Stewart Jr., and Mrs. William Huff of Spanish Fork; Mrs. E. B. Nelson of Vale, Oregon, and Mrs. Waylond Wightman of Payson. When the deceased was but a small boy his father and mother joined the church and moved westward. They settled first in Springville and aided in the construction of a fort for protection against hostile Indians. A few years later they moved to Spanish Fork and Mr. Wood has since made this his home. He stood guard on several occasions at the old fort, and was a member of the party who found the body of Mr. Edmunds who was killed by the Indians in the battle of Diamond Fork. Wellington Wood was not a man who took an active part in the social activities, but it can truly be said of him that he was a kind and loving father, who gave splendid counsel to his children. He goes to his rest with the splendid reputation that through his life he has endeavored to live according to the Golden Rule of the Master, "Do unto others as you would have them do unto you." Funeral services will be held at the Second ward meetinghouse Saturday at 2 p.m.
Transcription: STEPHEN MARKHAM DIED OF HEART DISEASE
Stephen Markham, 64 years old, died at his home here last Friday afternoon of chronic myocarditis after a serious illness of about ten days. Mr. Markham was the son of Colonel Stephen Markham, who had the distinction of beiong one of the personal body-guards of the Prophet Joseph Smith, and while Joseph Smith was in jail visited him frequently. The son, Stephen, was born at Palmyra, the original site of Spanish Fork, on September 28th, 1855. The parents had come to Utah with the early pioneers in 1847 and Mr. Markham was one of the first children born in the settlement of Palmyra. He was married on May 10, 1879 to Sarah Lloyd. They have always made their home in the vicinity of this city. Five sons and a daughter were born to them. The widow and four sons survive him. The sons are Thomas, Carlos, Arthur and Dail. Funeral services were held over the remains Monday afternoon at the Second ward meeting house. Bishop Wells T. Brockbank was in charge. The opening selection by the choir was "O It Is Wonderful." The invocation was offered by David Davis, after which the choir sang, "O Grave Where Is Thy Victory," Mrs. Blanche Moore Lewis singing the solo. The speakers were Bishop Marinus Larsen, Bishop Lorenzo Argyle and John H. Hayes. Bishop Brockbank also made a few remarks in closing. All the speakers spoke highly of the character of Mr. Markham. The choir sang in closing, "I Know That My Redeemer Lives," after which the benediction was pronounced by Joseph Brockbank.
Mrs. Sarah Ann Markham, 80, widow of Stephen Markham, died after an illness of two years at a Provo hospital. She was born at Spanish Fork and had lived here most of her life. She was the daughter of Thomas and Alice Thomas Lloyd. She married Mr. Markham in early womanhood and they lived for some years at Mammoth. She was active in Relief Society, being a teacher for many years. She was also active as a practical nurse and went out nursing both in Mammoth and Spanish Fork. She was a member of the Wm. R. Jones choir, first choir in Spanish Fork, and sang with that organization for many years.. She is survived by three sons, Thomas Markham, Carl Markham, and W. A. Markham, all of Salt Lake City; two sisters, Mrs. Marths Hutchins, of Malta, Idaho; Mrs. Mary Moore of Salt Lake and one brother, William Lloyd of Salem. Funeral services will be conducted Friday afternoon at 2 p.m. and burial will be in the Spanish Fork Cemetery.
Transcription: MRS. MARY WOOD DIES OF BRIGHT'S DISEASE
Mrs. Mary Warner Wood, pioneer of Spanish Fork, died at her home last night at 9 o'clock of Bright's disease, after an illness of about seven months. Funeral services will be held at the Second ward meeting house Saturday at 1 p.m. Mrs. Wood was the daughter of William Warner and Mary Reynolds, and was born in St. Louis, Missouri, March 21st, 1854, while the family was on the way from their home in England to Utah. Four years later she was brought to Utah by her mother and older brother and sister, the father having come on ahead of them. Her husband died March 24, 1920. She is survived by the following sons and daughters: J. Morris Wood, Mrs. Charles W. Stewart Jr., Mrs. William I. Huff and Amos Wood all of Spanish Fork and the following children of her sister, Susan Wood: Wellington Wood Jr., Mrs. Nora Carter and Mrs. Lettie Nielsen, the latter of Vale, Oregon. After the death of her sister about thirty years ago, she assumed the duties of mother to both families, and took care of them so well that few people knew which were her children and which were those of her sister. She is also survived by one brother, James Warner and one sister, Mrs. Don C. Markham.
Rest, for thy warfare's o'er Rest, for thy work is done, Rest, on the hillside, rest, Peace, for thy vistory's won.
There died in Leland on May 9th, Bishop Markham, who has presided over that ward since its organization. Cut down in the prime of his manhood, and usefulness to his family, his ward, and the community, his loss will be keenly felt. Our loss is his gain as he has gone to continue his labors on the other side of the vale. Now that he has shaken off his mortality, will continue to shine in all brilliancy, until he becomes polished and perfect. His father, Stephen Markham, was an intimate friend of the prophet, was one of the pioneers who came here in 1847, under President Brigham Young. When the United States wanted to fight for this western land, he was one of the "Mormon Battallion," one of those who first found gold in California. The Bishop was the worthy son of a worthy sire. The funeral was held in the City pavilion which was crowded, many looking in from the outside. The platform was most beautifully ornamented with flowering plants, while the casket was literally covered with flowers in the shape of crosses, wreaths and other devices. The first counsellor, John H. Koyle presided, Bishop McKell of the First ward offered the Invocation. The speakers were: Elders Zebedee Coltrin, John Beck, J. S. Page, Hyrum Lemmon, Henry Gardner, and Alvin Creer. All spoke of the faithfulness and merits of Bishop Markham. The singing was almost perfection under the leadership of the Leland ward, and the combined wards of Spanish Fork. A solo, "Dry Those Tears," was sweetly rendered by Mrs. F. S. Lewis, and one by Edward Williams, "O, Grave Where is Thy Victory." Benediction by Bishop Argyle of the Second ward. MB
James Warner, 89, pioneer of Utah and Spanish Fork, died Monday morning of causes incident to old age. He was born in Gosburton Clough, Lincolnshire, England, April 7th, 1851, a son of William Warner and Mary Reynolds Warner. The parents joined the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints in their native land, and emigrated to America in 1854. After stopping at St. Louis, Missouri, for three years, they came to Utah in 1857, arriving in Spanish Fork in September of the year. James Warner has made his home in Spanish Fork since that time, except for a few years he lived in Idaho. He was educated in the pioneer schools of this city, and was one of the founders of the Young Men's Academy, first attempt at higher education in Spanish Fork. He was especially interested in mathematics and for many years studied along that line, being rated as one of the best mathematicians of his day. Although a blacksmith by trade, he discontinued that work and took up agriculture. He was for many years watermaster of the West Field Irrigation company, and was at one time supervisor of streets of Spanish Fork City. On December 7th, 1874, he married Dorcas Patterson, of another pioneer family. Mrs. Warner died forty-four years ago, and Mr. Warner has never remarried. He is survived by four sons and two daughters: William Warner, George R. Warner, Elisha Warner, and Ezra Warner, all of Spanish Fork; Mrs George A. Yates of Aberdeen, Idaho; and Mrs. Arthur Flock, of New Plymouth, Idaho. He is also survived by forty-five grandchildren, seventy-two great grandchildren, two of the fifth generation, and two sisters, Mrs. Emma W. Evans of Spanish Fork, and Mrs. Martha Simmons of Garfield. Funeral services were held for James Warner Thursday afternoon at the Second ward chapel. Bishop H. Eugene Hughes presided and the ward choir, under the direction of F. J. Faux, with Mrs. Fern Brockbank at the organ, sang, "Jesus, Lover of My Soul." The invocation was offered by Alvin R. Creer, after which the choir sang, "A Hymn of the Homeland." The speakers were Benjamin Evans, Bishop A. T. Money, and F. J. Faux, al of whom spoke of their long and pleasant acquaintance with Mr. Warner, and of his many admirable qualities of character. During the services, a trumpet duet, "One Fleeting Hour," was played by J. Rulon Morgan and Francis Rowe, with accompaniment by Mrs. Fern Morgan. A vocal duet, "Come Home'" was sung by Mrs. June Fullmer and Arthir Livingston, with accompaniment by Mrs. Fern Brockbank. After a few closing remarks by Bishop Hughes, the choir sang, "Abide with Me," and the benediction was pronounced by President Wells T. Brockbank. Internment was in the City cemetery, under the direction of the A. Y. Wheeler Mortuary. The grave was dedicated by Bishop S. D. Markham. The family of James Warner desire to express their heartfelt gratitude to all the friends who assisted them with acts of kindness and expressions of sympathy during their recent bereavement in the death of their father.
Transcription: Hosmer M. Markham Dies of Brights Disease
Hosmer M. Markham, well known farmer and lifelong resident of this district, died at his home Saturday morning after an illness of three months from Bright's disease. He was born at Spanish Fork December 3, 1861. His parents were Stephen and Mary Curtis Markham and his father was one of the original settlers of Spanish Fork. Mr. Markham lived practically all of his life at Spanish Fork except for a few years spent in Idaho. He married Jessie Cleveland of Centerville January 7, 1890. She survives him, as do two sons, Eugene and Henry Markham of this city. Two brothers Joseph Markham of Provo and Ira Markham of Leland; four sisters, Mrs. Emily McKee of Vernal, Mrs. Juliana Crow of Salt Lake, Mrs. Margaret Morgan of Spanish Fork and Mrs. Elian Bona of Benjamin and six grandchildren also survive. Funeral services for Hosmer M. Markham were held Monday afternoon at the Leland chapel with Counselor Archie Andrus in charge. The speakers who paid tribute to the life and character of Mr. Markham were John H. Koyle, John H. Hayes, Postmaster David T. Lewis, Bishop L. P. Larsen, and Mr. Andrus, who made the closing remarks. Music included two opening and a closing number by the ward choir, duets by Ira J. and Agnes Markham and John Isaac and Msr. William Leyshon, a selection by a mixed quartet, Rex O. Daniels, Lorin B. Creer, Mrs. Pearl Cutler, and Mrs. David Larsen. The opening prayer was by Lorin B. Creer, and the benediction was pronounced by Moroni P. Stark. Internment was in the Spanish Fork cemetery, where the grave was dedicated by Wm. H. Tolhurst. The service was attended by many relatives and friends, some coming from distant towns.
Transcription: Rites Held Monday For Phoebe I. Markham
Phoebe Isaac Markham, 69, prominent resident of this city, died Thursday morning at the Hughes Hospital, following a lengthy illness. She was born Dec. 24, 1886 in Spanish Fork, a daughter of Benjamin and Catherine Thomas Isaac. She had been in ill health since 1946. Mrs. Markham received her education in Spanish Fork and was a student of the BYU. On March 9, 1910 she married Stephen D. Markham, in the Salt Lake Temple. During World War I and II, Mrs. Markham corresponded with all the boys who were in the armed services or on missions. At the age of 15 she became secretary of the Sunday School and served for a number of years and in 1905 she was made counselor to the YWMIA and later served as President of the Leland Relief Society for four years. She gave lesson work in Relief Society for years. In 1919 she was chosen as President of the Primary in which capacity she worked until 1925 when she was again made President of the Relief Society, serving until the year 1935. At that time she had worked 20 years as President, 7 of which were as Primary President and 14 as a Relief Society President. She was chosen as Stake Relief Society board member in 1935. Mrs. Markham was the first Republican judge of election in Leland and acted as precinct chairman for many years. For four years she served as the registrar for the Stephen Markham camp of the Utah County Pioneers. In 1933 she was elected to represent her camp at the county meeting of the Daughters of Utah Pioneers. On August 25, 1935 Mrs. Markham was appointed as a member of the Palmyra Stake Relief Society and in 1937 she was called to serve as president. Mrs. Markham also acted as second counselor to A. A. Andrus in genealogy work. In 1946 she retired from the stake Relief Society presidency due to ill health after having served five years. She is survived by her husband, two sons, Ben S. Markham of Spanish Fork and Lynn Markham of Tremonton; five grand children, three brothers Ben L. Isaac, Spanish Fork; Bishop John T. Isaac, Leland; and LeRoy Isaac, Spanish Fork and one sister, Mrs. Margaret Leyshon of Salt Lake. Funeral services were held Monday at the Palmyra Stake House with Bishop Grant F. Larsen in charge. Prayer in the home was offered by Bishop William P. Larsen. Prelude and postlude music was by Jack Isaac. The Leland Singing Mothers sang, "I Know That My Redeemer Lives" accompanied by Jack Isaac, and directed by Nellie Larsen. Opening prayer, Arch Andrus; a duet, "Resting" was sung by Harold and Glen Holley, accompanied by Jack Isaac. First speaker was J. Angus Christensen. A tribute was given by Mrs. Joseph Anderson. An organ solo "Oh My Father" was played by Jack Isaac. Second speaker was Lorin B. Creer. A resolution from the Stephem Markham camp of Daughters of Pioneers was written by Winona Thomas and read by Catp. Helen Beck. After closing remarks by Bishop Grant F. Larsen, the Singing Mothers sang "Abide, ‘Tis Eventide." Prayer was by Melvin Atwood. Burial was in the Spanish Fork Cemetery, where the grave was dedicated by Bishop John T. Isaac.
Stephen David Markham, 75, died suddenly at his home Monday morning. He was born Mar 2, 1885 in Spanish Fork, a son of William Don and Sarah Ann Warner Markham. He received his education in Spanish Fork schools and attended BYU under Dr. Karl G. Maeser. He served an LDS mission in Holland from 1905 to 1907. He married Phoebe Isaac, Mar 9, 1910 in Salt Lake LDS Temple. She died Sept. 28, 1956. He has been a farmer all of his life. He served as bishop of the Leland ward for 14 years from 1921 to 1936. He also served on the Spanish Fork Stake High Council from 1933 to 1942. He has also taught in most all of the priesthood and Sunday School classes at Leland. He served on the board of directors of the Leland Light and Telephone Co. He has also served as president of the West Field Irrigation Co. for many years, and as president of the Utah-Wasatch Creamery. Surviving are one son, Lynn Carlos Markham, Tremonton. Another son, Ben Markham, died in 1960. Also surviving are five grandchildren; one brother, Joseph Markham, Leland; and three sisters, Mrs. Leroy (Othella) Carol of Vernal; Miss Effie Markham, Vernal; Mrs. Francis (Vernicia) Beck, Spanish Fork. Funeral services will be held Thursday at 1 p.m. in the Leland ward chapel with Bishop Grant Larsen officiating. Friends may call at the Walker mortuary Wednesday evening from 7 to 9 and Thursday prior to services. Burial will be in the Spanish Fork cemetery.
Wellington Wood, 70, of Spanish Fork, died at a Payson hospital Saturday morning at 1:30 after a long illness. He was born in Spanish Fork December 29, 1873, the son of Wellington Wood and Susanna Warner Wood. He was married to Elizabeth Ferris in the Salt Lake Temple, November 28, 1898. His wife preceded him in death four years ago. He has been a farmer and stock raiser all his life, living on a farm in the river bottoms. He has been active in the L.D.S church serving on two missions and taking part in the Spanish Fork Fifth ward genealogical work. He was a member of the Palmyra Stake High Priests quorum at the time of his death. He was the father of 9 children, eight of whom survive. They are Merrill, Willis, Syrenus, Ferrin, and Ferris Wood and Mrs. M. D. Warren all of Spanish Fork, Mrs. Carl Nybo of Salem and Vernal Wood who is in the U.S. Navy at Westerly, R. I. The following brother and sisters also survive: Amos Wood, Mrs. Geneve Huff, Mrs. Mary Stewart and Mrs. Nora Carter, all of Spanish Fork, and Mrs. Lettie Nielsen of Vale, Oregon. Funeral services are being held this afternoon with Bishop John F. Warner in charge at the Fifth ward chapel. Funeral services were held in the Fifth ward chapel Thursday afternoon with Bishop John F. Warner in charge. The organ prelude was played by Mrs. Elise Keele. The Singing Mothers, led by Mrs. Myrtle Johnson accompanied by Sylvia McKell, sang "Jesus, Lover of My Soul." Opening prayer was by Qualye Dixon. Faye McKell and LuPdeal Snow accompanied by Hazel Taylor sang a duet, "Beautiful Sunset." First speaker was Wayland Wightman of Payson, a brother-in-law of Mr. Wood. Second speaker was Bishop Sabin of Salem. Mrs. Roy Bradford and Mrs. Harold Swenson next sang a duet accompanied by Thelma McKell. They sang, "In the Garden." Last speaker was Albert Swenson, after which the closing remarks were made by Bishop John F. Warner. The closing song by the Singing Mothers was "Shall We Meet Beyond the River." Closing prayer was by Gilbert Bearnson. The grave in the Spanish Fork Cemetery was dedicated by Thomas M. Anderson. All high priests of the Fifth ward attended in a group to honor Mr. Wood.
Last Sunday the funeral services over the remains of Lars Larsen were held in the Fourth ward meetinghouse. Mr. Larsen was taken with a paralytic stroke one year ago last fall at the beet crusher at Springville, and since then he has been ailing. The second stroke came Friday night, which ended his life. He was 65 years of age and was born in Denmark. He had three wives and was the father of twenty children, one wife dying last year.
Orville Markham died at Mammoth last Monday night of Bright's disease and dropsy; was sick in bed about two months; was born at Palmyra 51 years ago; his remains were brought to town this morning and the funeral services are being held this afternoon in the fist ward meetinghouse.
O. S. Markham of Robinson died of Bright's disease and dropsy at his home a week ago last Monday evening, having been very sick two months. He was born at Palmyra 51 years ago; resided here for several years and made many friends here; everybody mourns with his family. He was a man who did much good in this camp for the laboring class - taking large contracts and hiring numerous hands to labor for him - single handed and team work - and he gave Spanish Fork people the preference always in hiring men, and paid every cent; he helped many to pay for their comfortable homes in Spanish Fork town. There are many people here who testify this to his honor, let people not forget that. His beloved widow and children should not be forgotten while he has gone to rest. He was not one of the most meeting attendants, but true as steele in the gospel. His funeral services were held at his home at 2 o'clock, Wednesday, September 24th, and there was a large attendance. The services were as follows: Singing, "Wanted on the Other Side," choir. Prayer, Andrew Steedman. Song, "I Need Thee Every Hour." Mr. and Mrs. M. M. Thomas, Mr. and Mrs. Steedman, and Miss Hortense Goddard. Remarks, Bishop Hales, Oscar Andrus, Hal B. Hales and A. Steedman. Solo, "O Grave, Where is Thy Victory," Mrs. M. M. Thomas and choir. Benediction, Bishop Geo. Hales.
Last Saturday morning, Oct 1st, Mrs. Markham, wife of the late Orvile Markham, passed into the great beyond, having been sick two years with dropsy. She leaves seven children to mourn her death. The funeral services were held in the First ward meetinghouse last Monday, at which many sympathising friends and relatives were present. The speakers were, Bishop Hales, Samuel Brockbank, Thos. Evans, and Bishop McKell.