Trails to the Past

Iowa

Crawford County

 

Obituaries

 

Barber, Mrs. Rockley, wife of one of the oldest pioneers of Crawford county, the funeral took place at Manilla on Thursday, Jan. 17th, Rev. Lacey officiating. Her three sons, two sons-in-law and Mr. C. H.  Lefferts, an old neighbor, acted as pallbearers as she was lovingly laid to rest beside her husband whose death occurred four years ago. Mrs. Barber was eighty-two years of age. She came to this county at an early day and all her life she was noted for her good deeds. Was any one sick or afflicted, Mrs. Barber was the first to offer comfort and assistance. She died at the home of her daughter Mrs.  Frank Brown with whom she resided, after the death of her husband.  Mrs. Barber leaves three sons: Edward. a travelling salesman who resides at Omaha. Allen, one of the prominent farmers of this county, living near Manilla, and G. E.. a photographer at Rawlins, Wyoming.  She also leaves two daughters, Carrie. now Mrs. Frank Brown and Mary, now Mrs. Isaac Hird. both of Manilla. She took great pride and interest in her children and they were the source of greatest comfort to her.  She was a conscientious Christian, a member of the Presbyterian church and a woman who performed with up-rightness all the manifold duties of life. Denison Review January 24, 1907

Bixler, Addie McCord ----- daughter of David and Jennie McCord was born at Areola, ILL on Jan. 6, 1872. She died at Denison, Iowa April 21, 1918, being at the time of her death, 46 years, 3 months and 15 days old. When three of years of age. she was brought by her parents to Crawford county, the family settling in Paradise township. She attended the schools there and grew to womanhood in that community. On Sept. 8, 1898 she was united in marriage to James Bixler. To this union eight children were born, seven sons and one daughter, all of whom are living:  Harry, Frank, Carl, Bertie, Clarence, Arthur, Alice and Joseph, the youngest being but three years of age. She is also survived by her husband and two brothers and two sisters, namely: E. N McCord, Mrs.  Nannie Suiter and Mrs. Alma Duncan all of Denison and Allen McCord of Boise City. Idaho.

For eight years after the marriage of Mr. and Mrs. Bixler they lived in Crawford county. In March, 1906 they moved to Centerville, S. Dak., where the family has since resided.  For about two years Mrs. Bixler had been in declining health, for the past several months she had been at the home of her sister Mrs. Ed Duncan and in Denison at the home of her brother E. McCord. She came to Denison with the hope that being relieved of all cares and where she could have the best of medical treatment, she might recover. But she grew worse very rapidly toward the end and about midnight, of Sunday April 21, a few hours after her husband's mother had passed away, she too ceased to live in the flesh. Through her long illness she had shown wonderful patience, hearing her sufferings without murmuring. Her death was most peaceful, passing away as in a gentle sleep. Her husband who had been to visit her and not realizing that the end was so near had returned Saturday morning to his home in South Dakota. When he and his six sons returned to Denison to attend the funeral, they were accompanied by R. W. Twice, and Mrs. J. P. Varnum who were neighbors and close friends of the deceased.

The hearts of all go out to this bereaved son and husband in this double sorrow, the loss of mother and wife, and to those children who mourn the departure of mother and grandmother.  Funeral services for both  Mrs. Mary Bixler and Mrs. James Bixler will be held at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Bert McCord at 1 o'clock this afternoon.  Rev. J. L. Boyd officiating, after which the remains will be taken to Dow City where services will be held at the M. E. church at 2:30 p. m., and the bodies laid to rest in the cemetery there. Denison Review April 24, 1918

Bixler, Mrs. Mary E. ------passed away at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Bert McCord in this city, Saturday April 20, at the age of 71 years, and 17 days.  Mary E. Jones was born in Welshpool Wale's, April I, 1845 when but six months old she was brought to America-by her parents, who settled at Utica, N. Y. At the age of fourteen years she came to Lyons, Ia. where she professed faith in Christ and united with the Methodist Episcopal church. She was united in marriage to Isaac Bixler October 15, 1862, at Lyons. Until 1879 they resided at Springfield, IA, when they moved to western Iowa, and a year later came to Crawford county so that for 36 years she had been a Resident of this county.  For the greater part of this time, until the death of her husband, which occurred Jan. 22, 1909 her residence was in Paradise township. Since the death or her husband she lived with her daughter Lottie, at Dow City and Dunlap, for about six years, but for the past three years she has made her home in Denison with her daughter Mrs. Bert McCord.

Mrs. Bixler was ill but two days prior to her death, which was caused by bronchial pneumonia. She was a woman held in high esteem by all who knew her and a truly good woman.  Her early conversion was the; beginning of a spiritual life, that developed Into a life beautiful in service and In the spirit of self sacrifice that so constantly was manifested. She was the mother of ten children, three of whom died in infancy. Thus was she bound have a threefold cord to her heavenly home.

The seven children who survive their mother are: Frank, of Paradise township: Mrs. B. M. McCord, of Denison, William of Cedar Rapids, James, of Centerville. S. D. Mrs. Carey Saxton, of Grover, Colo.; Samuel, of Newberg, Ore. and Lottie, of Denison, who was with her mother at the time of her death. She is also survived by two brothers, Fred and George Randall, of Grinnell, Iowa, and by 25 grand-children and 3 great-grandchildren. 

For more than three score years and ten, this good woman was spared to live in the flesh. She was ever a benediction to her loved ones, and an inspiration to the friends and neighbors who name to knew of her unselfish and helpful life She will be greatly missed, especially in the home circle, but her influence will abide. Denison Review April 24, 1918

Burke, -----Last week we chronicled the death of the infant son of Mr. and Mrs.  Burke. Funeral services were held here on Sunday from the home of Mrs. Burke's mother Mrs. Champion. Death came to the little one in Colorado where the mother was in search of health. The journey home of the sick and grief-stricken mother, must indeed have been a sad one and we can but tender or most sincere and heartfelt sympathy. Denison Review January 24, 1907

Cochran, W. J.  ------a resident of Crawford county for almost half a century, passed away at the Denison hospital on last Sunday at 1:45 p. m. Mr.  Cochran had been in failing health for the past six mouths and about, three weeks ago went to the hospital where he might have better attention during the extremely cold weather. Though receiving the best possible medical attention and the care of a nurse he grew rapidly worse. He had been a great sufferer from a chronic trouble for several years, yet until the Iast few years he was a remarkably strong and vigorous man and in fact took particular pride in his robust health. 

William Joseph Cochran was born in Crawford county Pennsylvania, near the town of Cochranton on the 24th day of July 1846 being a son of John M. and Lucinda (Gillaspy) Cochran. He came west with his parents, brothers and sisters in the year 1869, settling on a farm in Goodrich township, Crawford County, Iowa. He was united in marriage to Miss Cordelia Conyne on the 21st day of January 1875. She departing this life in July, 1908. To Mr. and Mrs. Cochran was born one son who died in February, 1881, at the age of three and one-half years.

Mr. Cochran was a man who loved his home. In his suburban home east of the college in Denison he spent all of his married life, and continued to live there alone after the death of his wife until about four years ago. He then bought a home on the corner of Chestnut and Jefferson streets, where he has since resided.

He united with the Methodist - Episcopal church in January 1879, and has since lived with his trust in God the ruler of our destinies. He became a Mason nearly fifty years ago and also was a member of the Knights of Pythias, O. E. S. and M. W. A.  He leaves surviving him three brothers. Robert, of Bartlesville., Okla.: Charles, of Phoenix. Ariz., and Enoch, of Denison, and several nephews and nieces.

Funeral services were held at the Methodist church on Tuesday afternoon. the pastor, Rev. J. L. Boyd, officiating, being assisted by the Masonic lodge. Following the service the remains were laid to rest in Oakland cemetery. Denison Review January 23, 1918

Diliivan, Sarah -----It is with sadness we write of the death of Mrs. Sarah Ann Diliivan.  wife of Walter Diliivan living east of Deloit. Mrs. Diliivan was born in Jefferson County, New York March 4, 1837 and died March 6, 1907 after a brief illness. At the time of her death she was 70 years and 2 days old. She was the daughter of William and Lucy Ochanpaugh, married to Walter Diliivan March 10, 1865. Both were married before. Her former husband was Mr. Ford. Three children were born to them, Mrs. Melissa Ford Jordan, widow of George S. Jordan who lived near by her mother: Mrs.  Mary Ford Richardson living near Vail and William Ford of Lake City, Iowa. To Mr. Diliivan's first marriage there were born to them five children, Mrs. Jane Diliivan Knowles of Glidden, Mrs. Sarah Diliivan Myers now living in Deloit, M. Myers, Mrs. Cole of Missouri Valley, Aaron Diliivan. living in Minnesota and one son who died at their home a few years ago, of consumption. Of the last union, to Mr. and Mrs. Diliivan were born five children, Mrs. Hattie Diliivan Myers, wife of W. W, Myers living near them, Mrs. Minnie Diliivan Richmond living near Deloit, Mrs. Lucy Diliivan Gardner living at Kiron and Clark Diliivan unmarried living at home and taking care of his father and mother. One died in infancy a twin brother to Clark. All that loving hands could do could not stay the dread disease. She was a kind and loving wife and mother, an energetic and good housekeeper, a lover of plants and flowers in which she always took great pride. She united with the L. D. S. Church July 9. 1872 and remained a faithful member until death. The funeral was held at the L. D. S. Church in Deloit on Friday afternoon March 8th. Elder C. J. Hunt preaching the discourse.  The remains were laid to rest in the Deloit cemetery. Those acting as pall bearers were S. Horr, Thos. Munsey, S. C. Hagen. E. K. Patchin. J. L.  Miller and J. A. Halberg. She leaves her aged husband and children to mourn their loss. The family have the sympathy of all in their bereavement. Denison Review March 13, 1907

Fink, Percy -----son of Mr. and Mrs. Oliver Fink, former residents of Denison, died at Camp Cody, Deming, N.  M. Sunday, January 20th, after a short sickness from measles. His parents, who are now making their home at Wellington, Texas, were with him when he died.

Percy Fink was born on a farm near Delolt in 1897 and as a little more than 20 years of age at the time of his death. He enlisted in the army during the summer at Boone, where he was employed at the time.

The remains will be brought to Denison either Thursday or Friday, and funeral services will be held at the Methodist Episcopal church on Friday afternoon, Rev, J. L. Boyd, the pastor, officiating.

Besides his parents he leaves to mourn his death one sister and one brother residing at Wellington, Tex., and numerous relatives residing in Crawford county.

The Review joins with the many friend of the grief stricken family, in extending heartfelt sympathy in this their hour of great sorrow. Denison Review January 23, 1918

Flahive, Mrs. John passed away at the family residence on Washington avenue, on Friday, August 17, following an illness of long duration, which was brought on by the infirmities of old age. Mrs. Flahive was a woman loved and respected by all with whom she came in contact, and her friends were numbered by her acquaintances.

The deceased was born in Kilkee, Ireland, in the year 1830. In 1851 she went to England where she made her home for six years, when she came to America. She was united in marriage to Mr. John Flahive at Memphis. Tenn., in 1860, and in 1871, the family moved to a farm seven, miles west of Denison, where they resided until left moving to Denison where they have since resided. She Is survived by her husband and four children, namely Michael, John, Nell and Mary.

Funeral services were conducted on Sunday morning at 10.30 o'clock at the St. Rose of Lima church. Father Farrelly officiating. The funeral was largely attended. The remains were laid to rest in the Catholic cemetery.  The Review joins with the many friends of the family in extending sympathy. Denison Review August 22, 1917

Gaffey, Michael Henry ----- The funeral of Mr. Michael Henry Gaffey, son of Mr. and Mrs. Patrick Gaffey, was held at St. Rose of Lima church in this city Saturday forenoon at 9:00 o'clock, and was largely attended. Rev. Father Farrelly had charge of the services, after which the remains were laid to rest in the Catholic cemetery.

Mr. Gaffey died in Miami, Ariz., on Saturday, June 10th the result of a sudden attack of heart trouble. He was employed in the smelting works and went, to work as usual in the morning and not feeling well returned to his room about 9:30, where he died before a physician could reach him.  He leaves to mourn his death his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Patrick Gaffey, two sisters, Mrs. George Rostorf, of North Bend, Neb., and Miss Kate Gaffey, of this city, and one brother, T. F. Gaffey of Omaha. Mrs. Rostorf, of North Bend, and T. F. Gaffey of Omaha, were in Denison in attendance at the funeral. Denison Review June 21, 1916

Gould, Sabina ------While the death of Mrs. Gould has for a long time been expected, the news of her demise came none the less as a shock and a great grief to the many old friends who have known her and loved her tor those many years. We believe she was prepared to go if any mortal ever was, and that death, in itself, had no sting for her. We believe she is glad to be once more united to the saintly man who was her husband. She has lived to see her children loved and respected and it is our honest belief that when Mr. and Mr. Gould meet in the Heavenly kingdom they will today celebrate the fifty-eight anniversary of their marriage with joy and thanks giving untold and beyond our poor human comprehension.

Her loved ones have the consolation of her life well lived and the knowledge that they spared no effort to care for her and to make her last days happy ones.

Sabina Margaret Farwell was born in Cattaraugus County, New York, March 3, 1829 and departed this life at 2:35 a. m. March 11, 1907 at Denison, Iowa aged 78 years, 8 days.  While yet quite young she. with her parents, removed to Denmark, Lewis County, New York. Here in 1848 March 13th she was married to Horace W. Gould. She was a help-meet indeed during their life together, nearly 57 years, always cheerful, hopeful and full of faith. In 1857 they moved to Champion and three years later to Copenhagen, N. Y., and in 1862 removed to Whiteside County. Ill, For about five years of their residence in Illinois she was a great sufferer, helpless much of the time and her life was many times despaired of. The spring of 1871 she was taken to Spring Lake, Mich., for treatment and was greatly benefitted.  In 1872 they removed to Crawford county Iowa, near Denison, in 1885 they moved into Denison where they have since. resided.

Five children were born to them Mrs. Josephine M. McConnell who preceded her mother to the heavenly country. Mrs. Alice R. Seabury of Plainview, Neb., Edwin D. Gould of Walbach, Neb., Erwin H. Gould of Brownville, Neb., and Mrs. Cora A.  Mills of this city.

Mrs. Gould was converted and united with the Methodist Episcopal church in 1850 and remained an active member till the close of life here.  She was bereft of her companion March 2, 1905 and ever since has been so lonely and longed to be with him.  She was a faithful wife, and devoted mother and a conscientious Christian.

Funeral services will be held at 2:30 o'clock at the Methodist church.  Rev. T. E. Thuresson officiating. Denison Review March 13, 1907

Haugh, Margart Hasp -----passed peacefully away at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Thos. Clark, in this city on Saturday, June 17th, at 9:45 o'clock in the evening after an illness of three weeks' duration. Mrs. Haugh, on account of her advanced age has been failing rapidly for the past year and death came as a relief from her suffering. Grandma Haugh, as she was familiarly known to the relatives and friends, was a woman possessed of high ideals and many fine qualities and she never missed an opportunity of performing arts of kindness when the opportunity presented itself to make others happy.

Margaret Hasp was born in June, 1828, at Perth, Canada, where she resided until she was married to Mr.  Mark Haugh when eighteen years of age. After their marriage they moved to Syracuse, N. Y., where they resided for a short time, going from there to Chicago and a year later to Davenport, Iowa. In 1860 the family moved onto a farm near Davenport, where her husband died in 1862. After the death of her husband she lived in Davenport until 1882 when the family moved to Denison. Mrs. Haugh is survived by three children, namely, Mr. J. T.  Haugh, Mrs. Mary Mead and Mrs.  Thom. Clark, all residents of Denison, and by one brother Mr. Thomas Rasp, of EIReno, Okla.

Funeral services were held from St.  Rose of Lima church Monday morning at 10 o'clock, Rev. Father Farrelly officiating, alter which interment was made in the Catholic cemetery. Denison Review June 21, 1916

Henderson, Lillian Vassar -----Mrs. Robert Henderson died at the Denison hospital Monday forenoon at 10 o'clock, the result of an operation for a ruptured blood vessel, which was performed Sunday morning. While Mrs. Henderson had not been enjoying the best of health for several weeks, she was not taken seriously sick until Saturday and the only hopes of saving her life was by an operation Lillian Vassar was born at Plano, Kendall county, Illinois, on the 28th day of September 1866, being at the time of her death just a few months over 51 years old. She moved with her parents to Deloit on Feb. 23, 1869, and a short time afterward came to Denison, residing here practically all the time since then. She was united in marriage to Mr. Robert Henderson on March 5, 1911.

Mrs. Henderson was of a kind and loving disposition and made every sacrifice for her family. During the long illness of her father and mother and constantly attended them and made the declining years of their lives happy ones.

Besides her husband she leaves to mourn her death the following brothers and sisters: Mrs. L. H. Ostrander, Ida Grove; Louis Vassar, Iowa City: L. D. Vassar, Denison, Mrs. C. E. Vinson, Bartlett, Neb., and Leon Vassar, Denison.

Funeral services will be held at the Baptist church Thursday afternoon at 2 o'clock. Rev. C. E. Hamilton initiating, after which interment will be made in Oakland cemetery. Denison Review January 23, 1918

Kevan, Jean -----The subject of this obituary. Mrs.  Jean Taylor Kevan. was born in Paisley, Scotland, in October, 1824.  Along with some relatives, she emigrated to America in 1842 living for some time in Saco, Maine. From Saco she went to Newberg, New York and worked in the cotton mills there for sometime, and was there united in marriage to Mr. Charles Kevan. The newly wedded couple began their wedded life on a farm near Waukesha, Wisconsin, and after living there a few years they removed to Chicago and later purchased a farm in Whiteside County, Illinois, where they lived until 1868; selling out the farm in Illinois, they purchased a larger tract of land near Joplin, Missouri, and lived there until 1875; the family then came to Dow City, Iowa, where Mrs. Kevan made her home until after her daughter's marriage to Mr. P. W.  Harding, having made her home with Mr. and Mrs. Harding, in Charter Oak and Denison, where she peacefully passed away on the 8th day of March, 1907 at the ripe old age of  eighty-two years and six months.  Mr. Chas. Kevan, the husband of deceased, passed away in Charter Oak, Iowa, in November, 1894.  To Mr. and Mrs. Kevan were born five children, of whom four survive; three sons and one daughter; one daughter, the third child in the family dying in childhood. The survivors are James, who lives in Kansas. William living near Dow City. Robert, living in Ferguson, Marshall County, Iowa, and the youngest, Mrs. P. W.  Harding, living in Denison, Iowa.  Mrs. Kevan was a loving wife, an indulgent mother, and a faithful friend. She was a homemaker and had an unwearied interest in the welfare of her family.

Mrs. Harding, being the youngest of the children, has been a constant companion of her mother, the two being inseparable in their fellowship and care of each other.

Mrs. Kevan inherited the noble traits of the character from the sturdy Scotch ancestry from which she sprung; her grandfather Wallace, being a Congregational minister, and her cousin. Robert Graham, being a minister of the Established church of Scotland. So all her early years she was surrounded with the best of influences which bear rich fruitage in her later years.

On coming to Dow City she united with the Methodist Church as there was no church of her choice within reach. She had always favored the Congregational Church but was willing to unite with God's people and forward the interests of the cause wherever she was living. Mrs. Kevan was also an ardent advocate of temperance and ready at all times to stand boldly forth for what was right and just. She was also a strenuous advocate of Civil Righteousness and openly advocated the enforcement of laws for the protection of the citizen by the officers placed in power by towns for the protection of the youth of all communities.

Much sympathy is felt for the surviving sons, daughter and grandchildren by all who were acquainted with the deceased, and emulation of her virtues and character is the desire of all who had the pleasure of her acquaintance.

Brief services were held at the home of Mr. and Mrs. P. W. Harding in Denison and then the sad cortege proceeded to the old hometown of Dow City where the final rites were said in the Methodist church, Rev. T.  E. Thuresson of Denison officiated assisted by Rev. Curtis of Dunlap and Rev. Walcott of Arion. A quartette composed of Mr. and Mrs. B. J. Sibert of Denison, Prof. W. C. Van Ness and Miss Grace Van Ness with Mrs. Van Ness presiding at the organ, rendered the appropriate hymns "Shall we Gather at the River" "Asleep in Jesus" and "Jesus Lover of My Soul," most beautifully. The attendance of old friends was large, many attending from Denison, Charter Oak and other towns. The floral tributes were profuse and beautiful, indicating the esteem in which her lovable life had been held. Mrs. Kevan's sons, her son-in-law and her grandsons acted as pall bearers and the mortal remains of this good woman were laid to rest with tenderest care and deepest love and sorrow. Denison Review March 13, 1907

King, Orpha Joyce ----daughter of John and Eleanor King, was born in Winchester. I11., December 8th, 1838. During childhood she removed with her parents to Granoville, Iowa, where she lived for eight years. She then went with her parents to Chatfield, Minn. It was here, on June 15th, 1865 that she was married to Mr. Matthew King, the faithful and affectionate husband who survives her.  They made their first home at Garnoville and later removed to Jacksonville, 111. In 1883 they came first to Crawford county, residing near Vail and being known as among Crawford's most prosperous and intelligent people. In 1893 they removed to Denison and in their handsome home prepared to enjoy the fruits of a lifetime of earnest effort.

Mrs. King leaves two daughters Margaret and Agnes, who with her husband and her beloved step-son. Arthur have formed a happy home circle for many years. Early in life Mrs. King joined the Protestant Methodist church and her life was always a model of Christian devotion.  She took as active a part in all good works as her failing health would permit, but it was in the home circle and with her immediate friends that the brightness and purity of her soul showed to best advantage. Since her death, word has been received of the death of her oldest sister at Santa Anna, Calif, and another sister died during October at her home in South Dakota. We may well imagine that the sisters are holding glad reunion in heaven today happy in the knowledge that all is well and knowing, much better than we can know, that God doeth all things well, Mrs.  King's illness began over two years ago but she was not confined to her bed until the past two months.  Though her sufferings were severe.  she bore them with the greatest patience and resignation. Her husband and her children have the correlation that she died secure in their love, and that all was done that could have been done to ease her pain and to make her last days happy ones. We are sure that Mrs. King, as she looked with love into the eyes of her husband and her daughters, grown now to splendid womanhood, did not feel her life ill-spent or wasted and that she went with joy and gladness into the presence of her God. Denison Review January 24, 1907

Kinney, Michael -----On Sunday evening at 6 :30 o'clock occurred the death of Michael Kinney, for many years a well known figure in and about Denison. He had been in bad health for about a month but the serious stage of his disease, pneumonia, was of but brief duration.  Mr. Kinney was forty-five years of age. He was born in Hampshire county Massachusetts and came to Crawford county in 1875. He was never married. As a farmer and as a businessman he was successful and succeeded in laying up a large store of this world's goods. He was his own worst enemy, like many another man, and to others was uniformly kind and indulgent. His death took place at the Merchants Hotel of which he was half owner. Those who knew him best are deeply grieved at his untimely death and had for him sincere affection. He leaves four brothers, Richard, well known in the county. James whose home is in Missouri. John who has large mining interests in Arizona, Patrick of this county and one sister, Miss Nora Kinney.

Funeral services will be held at the home of Richard Kinney tomorrow at 10:30 and at Saint Rose of Lima church at 11:30. Denison Review March 13, 1907

Larson, George Edward ------Relatives and friends were shocked and grieved lust Saturday morning, when word went out that Eddie Larson of this city, had died that morning at seven-forty, after an illness of one week.

George Edward Larson, son of Mr.  and Mrs. L. A. Larson, was born in Grand Island. Nebr., on the eighth day of December 1897 and died at the home of his parents in Denison, Iowa.  April 20, 1918, aged twenty years, four months and twelve days.

He lived with his parents at Grand Island, Nebr., for a short time, then moved to Scott's Bluff, Nebr., and In 1910, went to Kansas City, where they remained for about a year, when they came to Denison, and have since resided here He attended the Denison high school, graduating with the class of 1917. For the past five years, he has been a trusted assistant in the Waltz Variety store, during vacations and outside of school hours the greater part of the time. The past winter ho has been taking a Commercial course at the Denison college. He was expecting, when the school year was finished, to enter the Sweeney Auto school at Kansas City, Mo., and would thus be prepared to join the colors and give the best service possible.  A week before his death he was taken sick with the measles. Although all was done which could he, complications set in which could not be overcome, and his death came after a week of intense suffering. Eddie was an obedient and affectionate son a thoughtful and loving brother, a true and unfailing friend, honorable and upright in every way.

Besides his parents, he leaves one sister, Myrtle and a younger brother, Frank, and other relatives and a largo circle of friends who will greatly miss him.

The funeral was held In the Baptist church In Denison, he being a member of the Sunday school class of Mrs. M. E. Jones. The pastor Rev.  C. E. Hamilton, conducted the service and the remains were laid to rest in the family lot In Oakland cemetery.

The floral offerings were many and beautiful and the church was filled with relatives and sympathizing friends.

Relatives from out of town who attended the funeral were Mr. and Mrs.  J. M. Fritz, of Gordon, Nebr., Charley Larson, of Eli, Nebr. and Mrs. T. E. Fritz, of Dow City, Miss Anna Fritz, of Lincoln, Nebr. Denison Review April 24, 1918

Leitner, Daniel ------was born in Kane county, Illinois. March 6, 1862 died at his home near Denison, Iowa March 9, 1907; having just passed his 45th birthday. The immediate cause of his death was apoplexy. He moved to Crawford county in June 1869 with his parents, Paul and Margaret Leitner and the family made a home in Hays Township. The deceased was the youngest son and became possessor of the homestead where he has lived until he moved to the present home just west of Denison a few months ago. He was married to Miss Alice Watson of Vail March 13, 1889. To them were born eight children six of whom are living, two having died. One, Margaret the eldest preceding her father to the better world by only a few months.  Mr. Leitner was a Christian gentleman of the truest type. He united with the Methodist church in childhood and has continued in its fellowship being at the present time a member of the church at Vail, Iowa.  He has been an invalid for about five years, making a brave and patient stuggle against the disease which finally overcame him. He leaves to mourn a kind husband and loving father, his wife and six surviving children: also two brothers, Will Leitner of Huntington, Oregon, and John Leitner of Custer City, Oklahoma. and three sisters. Mrs. Elizabeth Whitcomb of Bolan, Iowa, Mrs.  Salome Rhodenbaugh of Denison,  Iowa, and Mrs. Mary Shonquist of Omaha, Nebraska. Of his kind the kingdom of Heaven is richer. The funeral services were held at Vail today at the Methodist church Rev. McCay officiating. Denison Review March 13, 1907

Malone, Sarah K. Chesser ----The many friends and relatives of Mrs. George Malone, of Atkinson, Neb., were shocked to learn of her death which occurred at her home on Thursday, April 18, 1918.

Sarah K. Chesser was born in Clay county III., on Jan 2, 1872 and came to Crawford county when nine years of age living near Vail and Denison until on Aug. 5, 1888, she was united in marriage to Geo. Malone, of Dow City, where she lived until a year ago when the family moved to Atkinson, Neb. To this union were born twelve children, all of whom with their father are left to mourn the early death of their loved one. The children are William, of Dallas, S. D.; Margaret Wiegand of San Antonio, Texas; Rosa Mill, of Dunlap, Fanny Sprung Dow City; Matt B., Elmer, Blanche, Nellie, Thomas, Alice, James and George, who are still at home. Besides these she leaves six grandchildren, one sister, one half-sister and one half-brother and many other relatives.

Mrs. Malone was a good mother and a kind and loving neighbor and will be sadly missed in the home and community. Funeral services were held at the home on Saturday. April 20th, at 11 o'clock. Rev. Wells of the M. E. church at Atkinson officiating. The remains were laid to rest in the Atkinson cemetery. All of the children were present at the funeral with the exception of Mrs. Fanny Sprung and Mrs. Margaret Wiegand. they being absent on account of sickness. Many beautiful floral offerings were sent by relatives and friends of the deceased. Denison Review April 24, 1918

Marshall, William Herkimer ------was born in Parish, N. Y. Nov. 30th, 1820.  He spent his boyhood in Osewgo, N.  Y. where he learned the miller's trade. On Jan. 25th, 1847 he was united in marriage with Miss Julia A. Chapin at Oswego. They continued to live at Oswego about ten years, when they moved to Fayetteville, N.  Y. where he engaged in the milling business for about twelve years.  From there they moved to Montreal, Canada, where they resided for three years. In 1871 they moved to Iowa stopping in Denison where they continued to reside. In 1897 this worthy couple celebrated their golden anniversary and Jan. 16th, 1899 Mrs.  Marshall died, since which time Mr.  Marshall has been, making his home with his children.

Six children blessed this union, three of whom are living, and three are dead. The deceased are Frank, Louis, and Clara. The living are Mr. Wm. Marshal, Mr. Fred Marshall and Mrs. Ella Patterson.

In 1898 Mr. Marshall united with, the Presbyterian church on profession of his faith in Jesus Christ as his Lord and Savior. He died at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Patterson, in Omaha, in the early hours of the morning Jan. 17th, 1907. Denison Review January 24, 1907

Otto, Ella -----On Saturday January 19th occurred the death of Ella the thirteen year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Herman Otto. Owing to the fear that the cause of death was diphtheria the funeral was a private one and the sorrowing friends were forbidden the consolation of showing their love and respect by their presence. Ella had been sick, but a short time and her death was entirely unexpected, making the blow for her loved ones all the more severe. She was a bright, lovable child, the pride of her parents hearts and a girl who was dearly beloved by all her associates.  Besides her parents, Ella; leaves two sisters, Selma and Hattie and one brother, Fred, to mourn sincerely the loss of their sister and playmate. Funeral services were held on Sunday and the little body was tenderly interred in the Lutheran cemetery. Denison Review January 24, 1907

Rae, George ------At the midnight hour of Saturday, January 19th, 1907 George Rae passed away at his residence in Dow City, at the age of sixty-seven years and one day. He was born in Scotland, being the eldest son of Godly, pious, parents.

On the second day of April 1861 he emigrated to America, living for four years in the state of Maine. In the spring of 1865 he started for the west, going to Missouri to inspect the boundless prairies, not quite satisfied with conditions in Missouri he came into Iowa, finding conditions more congenial he went to work for T. A.  Dennis of Harrison county who was then furnishing ties and bridge material for the Union Pacific railroad Co. In the fall of that year he came up into Crawford County where he beheld the beauties and saw the fertile soil of the famed Boyer Valley with which he became infatuated.  His first winter in Iowa was spent in teaching school in what was then known as the Butler school house, making his home with Mr. and Mrs.  James Butler. During the following spring he purchased a piece of land which was the beginning of the home in which he lived until the time of selling the farm to move to Dow City. 

On November 20th, 1866 at Saco, Maine he was married to Jane Wilson, eldest daughter of James and Margaret Wilson, coming directly to Iowa from the wedding, the bride and groom were received and entertained at the hospitable home of Uncle and Aunty Bell, who were proud indeed to welcome the newly wedded couple to their home. Of this union nine children were born, one son and three daughters dying in infancy, five daughters survive, namely. Mrs. S.  J. Woodruff, Mrs. S. Replogle, Mrs.  Paul Poitevin, Mrs. Fred Buss and Jennie who has been so devoted in her attentions to her father through the years of his affliction.

He was bereaved by death by losing his companion on July 12th, 1904, just a little more than four months after leaving the home they had built on the prairie.

Of his immediate family, two brothers and one sister survive. Janet, John and Thomas with his sons-in-law, grandchildren and others who feel the loss of a father, brother and true friend.

Since the time of coming into Crawford county he has lived continuously in your midst, so his life has been as it were an open book; in all that is good in the make up of the community he has had a part not only in the religious work and educational work accomplished, but also in the development and beautifying of the surroundings. The beautiful cemetery we have on yonder hill was largely secured by the united efforts of Joseph Hallowell, James Bell and George Rae. The association has been carried on for these many years, and kept in good repair largely through the untiring efforts of George Rae, who has been continuously an officer from the time of its organization to the day of his death, the community owes him a debt of gratitude for his unceasing efforts to keep the cemetery in good repair, and for urging the erection of the beautiful fences surrounding the grounds, when the other officers scarcely saw the need of the expensive improvements.

In the early days of January 1870  he with others saw the necessity of having a church organized, so we could have the benefit of religious services. Rev. Benjamin Shinne being at that time Pastor in Denison preached for ten nights in the Comfort school house, organizing a class, which is now the first Methodist Church in Dow City. When the church was incorporated as a religious body in conformity to the laws of our state, he was one of the first trustees' elected, which office he has nobly filled to the day of his death, as well as filling many other offices of the church.

In politics he was republican, and was honored by his party with various offices, the most prominent one being a member of the Legislature of 1876-7 when the late Senator. John H. Gear was speaker of the house. Mr. Gear gave him appointments to some of the most important committees of the House, in which he served his constituents faithfully and well.

During the years of his affliction as most of you know he received great benefit from walking, being the only way to relieve his pain and suffering and as he was so much in your view not only by day but in the silent hours of the night his presence and quiet walking up and down your streets and out on the country roads will be missed by both old and young, he was truly walking in "The valley of the shadow of death." and could say as the psalmist did. "I will fear no evil for thou art with me. Thy rod and thy staff they comfort me." Now friends please pardon the writer for a personal word, having written so many obituaries of others without intruding myself. I feel like saying as Jeremiah said of old "Truly this is a great grief." having for sixty years been so closely associated together, in childhood, early manhood, in our four years in the state of Maine, in our lives here for those forty years in building up our homes beside each other, in our work in the church and other associations it seems to press heavy upon me. yet God in his omnipotent wisdom has seen fit to call my brother to Himself, we will cherish his memory and emulate his virtues. Denison Review January 24, 1907

Thomsen, Sophia Petersen ----died at the home of her son Mr. Andreas Thomsen, in Goodrich township on Monday, June 19th, the cause of her death being due to heart trouble.

Sophia Petersen was born in the province of Schleswig-Holstein, Germany, on the 2d day of January, 1847, and was united in marriage to Mr.  Paul Thomsen on Feb. 22, 1872. They came to America in the year 1894 and located in Crawford county, residing here continuously since that time.  They owned land in Denison and Good rich township. Mr. Thomsen departed this life March 6, 1914, and since, that time Mrs. Thomsen has lived with her son Andreas. Mrs. Thomsen had a host of friends in the community and her death caused profound sorrow.  She leaves to mourn her death six children, namely: Andreas, of Goodrich township: Mrs. Detlef Schroeder, of Milford township; Thomas Thomsen, of Milford township; Meinhard Thomsen, residing near Lake Park; Henry Thomsen, of Deloit, and Mrs.  John Neuman, of Goodrich township; also four sisters. Mrs. Herman Hilk, of this city; Mrs. Martin Lorenzen, of Milford township, and two sisters residing in Germany.

Funeral services will be held Thursday afternoon at 3 o'clock at the German Lutheran church in Denison. Rev.  Wm. Frese officiating, after which interment will be made in the Lutheran cemetery. Denison Review June 21, 1916

Thomson, Dr Robert B. ----Died in the hospital at Ida Grove, Jan. 21st 1907, Dr. Robert B. Thomson. Dr. R. B. Thomson was the youngest child of Mr. and Mrs. John Thomson of Vail, was born in Vail Jan. 21, 1883, died Jan. 21st 1907.  just 24 years of age. Robbie, as he was familiarly called among his near friends and associates, was raised and educated in Vail. He graduated with high honors from the Vail public school with the class of 1900. He then entered Highland Park College at Des Moines and took telegraphy. In the fall of 1902 he entered a Medical School in Sioux City. After graduating from the Medical School in June 1905 he at once found a good opening in Ida Grove, and since that time has been enjoying a fine practice with excellent success. About ten days ago he was taken with pneumonia and all the nursing and the best of medical aid could not save him. A model young man in the prime of life, with such bright prospects, respected and loved by all who knew him just in his dealings with his fellowmen.  Robbie came as near perfection as we expect to meet.

Into his early life were instilled those Christian principles which were the guide and support of his upright life to the end. Those who knew him best and closest have only words of praise for him, always found him at his post of duty. He never failed under any responsibility. He was quiet and un-assuming in manner, kind, generous and affectionate, he won his way to the hearts of all with whom he came in contact. We wish that we might offer some crumb of comfort to the heart broken parents, kind and loving brothers and sister under this crushing sorrow. but they know, as do we all. that their dear one is safe in a brighter and better land, free from pain and suffering.

He leaves to mourn his loss, father, mother, two brothers and one sister. G. A. Thomson of Des Moines, Dr. J. A. Thomson and Mrs. C. C.  Mundy of Vail.

The remains were brought to Vail Tuesday afternoon accompanied by Dr. J. A. Thomson and several members of the Royal Highlanders of which the deceased was a member.  The funeral services were held at the Presbyterian church at 10 o'clock Wednesday, Rev. Pugh and Rev. H.  Hostetler officiating.

The floral tributes were numerous, varied and appropriate.The pall bearers were Henry Willendorf, John Van Doren, Edward Morehead and O. Giddenstein of Ida Grove and Mr. G. C. Vail and A. J.  Adams of Vail.

The sympathy of the entire community is tendered to the sorrow stricken relatives, friends and neighbors. Several friends from Omaha, Sioux City, Ida Grove and Denison attended the funeral. Denison Review January 24, 1907

Uhde, Irma ----The startling news reached Denison Tuesday morning that Miss Irma Uhde, a teacher in the Denison high school, had been drowned at Lake Okoboji, just off the pier at the Lally cottage that morning at 8:30.  When found the body was lying in five feet of water near the pier.

As near as can be learned Miss Uhde arose somewhat earlier than usual for a morning plunge in the lake.  There was no one else belonging to the cottage nor near there who had arisen. A native of the lake was the last person to see Miss Uhde and his explanation is that she was seen going to the pier attired in her bathing costume; a moment later she plunged into the water. Nothing was thought of this until the stranger did not notice her about the pier after the plunge, and he immediately began an investigation, going down to the pier and not being able to see her he began searching the immediate lake, when he discovered the body as above described.

There being no men folks staying at the Lully cottage. Mr. E. Gulick was immediately telephoned and took charge of the remains, notifying the coroner and calling in physicians. The physicians, after a thorough examination. gave it as their opinion that death was caused by heart failure, as there was not enough water found on the lungs to cause drowning. It is thought that the shock from the plunge if. cold water was too much for the heart and death came immediately. Miss Uhde had often complained of having a weak heart.

The body was prepared for shipment and was sent to Davenport, her home, last evening at 4 o'clock, her sister accompanying the remains home. Miss Uhde and her sister were at the lake together, and the sister is prostrated over the sad death. At Denison the news was received with awe and particularly so by the students of the high school, who during Miss Uhde's two years' service in the school, had learned to love her very much. And not only in school circles was Miss Uhde a favorite, but in social circles, and among the teachers and professors she was a genuine favorite. Her untimely and entirely unexpected death has cast a shadow over the community.

Miss Irma Augusta Uhde was a young lady twenty-five years of age and her home was at Davenport. Two years ago she was elected as a teacher of botany, zoology and agriculture and was considered a most proficient teacher; in fact it is said by those in position to know that Miss Uhde's Qualifications in her chosen work were superior to any other teacher graduating from the State university.  She was to have again taken up her school work at Denison this fall.  During the summer vacation she has been an instructor for the State university, having charge of a summer school in botany, zoology, etc. at Lake Okoboji, where she had charge of a number of students. Only Monday last she had taken a number of young ladies for a walk around the lake, a distance of twenty-seven miles and had stopped at the Gulick cottage for refreshments and rest, and she appeared in the best of health and spirits. Together with her friends she had spent the previous Sunday with the Gulicks and on Monday had gone to the Lully cottage, where she had expected to spend the remainder of her vacation. Denison Review July 30, 1913

Walz, Mrs. J. F. ------Mr. J. F. received a message from Lincoln yesterday stating that his wife had taken a turn for the worse and he left at once for that place, later in the afternoon word was received that Mrs. Walz had died at the home of her parents Mr. and Mrs. Zimmer.

Mrs. Walz has been in poor health for the past year and for a number of months was at the Catholic hospital in Carroll undergoing treatment. Her condition became so improved there that she was taken to Lincoln about ten days ago to the home of her parents where it was hoped that she would regain her strength and be able to return to Denison. On Monday Mr.  Walz received a letter from Lincoln advising him that Mrs. Walz was much better and that every indication pointed to her ultimate recovery.  The news of the death of Mrs. Walz will bring sorrow to the many friends of the family here in Denison, where they have resided for the past two years. Up to the time of going to press arrangements for the funeral had not been made, but it is thought it will be held at Lincoln, the present home of her parents. Denison Review June 21, 1916

Watje, Martha -----On Wednesday March 6th occurred the death of Miss Martha Fredericka Watje. after a brief illness with the dread pneumonia. Miss Watje was a faithful and conscientious Christian young woman and she died beloved by all who knew her. Her death occurred at the home of her sister Mrs. Robert Ernst. Funeral services were held on Friday at 1 p. m. Rev. W.  A. Frese officiating and the remains were laid to rest in the Denison Lutheran cemetery.

Deceased leaves her mother, Mrs. Chris Jessen residing near Deloit, two brothers Henry and Charles and three sisters, Mrs. Robert Ernst, Mrs.  Peter Jurgensen and Miss Lizzie Watje. to mourn her untimely death.  The sympathy of many friends is extended to the bereaved ones in their great sorrow. Denison Review March 13, 1907

Winey, David ------It is with deep regret that the Review chronicles the death of Mr. David Winey, who passed away at Clarinda on Monday, July 28th. He was one of the pioneer residents of Crawford county, having made his home among us for over forty years. Although his death has been expected for several weeks, it came as a shock to many.  Mr. Winey had been in poor health for the past two or three years and on account of his advanced age was considerably broken down in health. For a time his children cared for him. but last spring it was thought best to take him to Clarinda to the state institution, where the facilities for caring for aged and infirm persons are better and it was there that Mr. Winey passed away.

David Winey was born the 25th day of March, 1835, in Juniata county, Pennsylvania, and was at the time of his death over 78 years of age. He moved with his parents, Mr. and Mrs.  Isaac Winey to Scott county Iowa, in 1852. where he resided until he was married to Caroline Albright at Clinton, Iowa, in February, 1862.

Mr. and Mrs. Winey came to Crawford county in the spring of 1872, locating on a farm three miles north of Deloit, where he has since resided, and where he followed farming as an occupation all the years of his long active life. He had seen all the improvements in farming machinery from the flail to the threshing machine and had taken advantage of all such improvements.

Eleven children were born to Mr.  and Mrs. Winey, ten of whom live to mourn the death of their father.  Those living are: Carl, Arthur, Albert, and Thomas, all living near Deloit; Mrs. A. G. Myers. Denison; Mrs. David Galland, Davidson, S. D.; Mrs. Frank Storms, Bradley, S. D.; Mrs. Charlie Scriven, Coleman, S. D.; Mrs. Eugene Brogden, Deloit, and Mrs. Samuel Anderson. Deloit. Besides his children he leaves three brothers: J. Winey, of Riggs, Iowa; Samuel Winey and Lucas Winey, both residing at Milford Iowa, and three sisters: Mrs. Sarah Harrison. of Manilla; Mrs. C. Painter, of Loveland, Cali., and Mrs. Caroline Higgins, of Oklahoma. Thirty-eight grand-children and three great grandchildren survive him. Mrs. Winey departed this life in 1905.

Funeral services took place at Deioit this morning at 10 o'clock, Rev.  Eddy, pastor of the .Methodist church at that place officiating, after which interment was made in the Deloit cemetery. Denison Review July 30, 1913

 

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