, son of Freeman and Elizabeth Atherton Kenyon, was born June 24, 1854 near Argo-Fa on what is now known as the Chas. Sack farm, and passed away at his home in Argo-Fa Sunday evening at 10:15 at the advanced age of 81 years, 7 months and 8 days. He has lived all his life in this and the Ideal vicinity. On January 1, 1876 he was married to Miss Mary R. Gill. To this union two sons were born, Lloyd of Mt Carroll and Nino who resides on the home farm. On July 7,1924, Mrs. Kenyon passed away. After her death he continued to reside in his little home near his son, Nino, where he was tenderly cared for up to the time of his death. Mr. Kenyon was very active in the affairs of his community. He served as highway commissioner for three terms; was superintendent of the horse division of the Carroll County Fair association during its existence and also served as president of the Argo Farmers' Club.
He leaves to mourn his passing his two sons, Lloyd and Nino, one grandson, Harold Kenyon of Argo-Fa, five granddaughters, Mrs Hallie Groharing of Morrison, Mrs. Hazel Leavens of Mt. Carroll, Helen and Janet at home, Mrs. Irma Kruse (ed. note: this is Lloyd's daughter) of Ideal and four great grandchildren. Also one sister, Mrs. Lucy Rhodes of Garner, Ia., three brothers, Casper of Harvard, Neb., Seth of Austin, Minn., and Will of Garner, Ia. Besides a number of nieces and nephews, and a host of friends." "Funeral services for the late Fred P. Kenyon were held Tuesday afternoon at 1:30at the home and 2 o'clock at the Methodist church at Argo-Fa with the Rev. G. T. Nesmith officiating. Mrs. Madge Bower sang "There is No Night There" and "Peace I Leave With You" accompanied by Mrs. Ruby Schmaling at the piano. Pallbearers were Cecil Mitchell, Don Carpenter, Wilbur Williams, Ned Turner, Raymond Carroll and George Hicks. Burial was in the family lot at Argo-Fa."
Another Article: "In the passing of Fred Kenyon, this section loses an ardent supporter, for it was largely by his effort the local condensary was built here, on land given by him and he remarked when a fund was demanded by the Libby Co., "If there is no other way, I'll pay it all, rather than lose the plant". Then in the period from his 75th to 80th birthday, he often remarked , he wished they would hurry and construct route 171 so he could see how it looked before his passing, but that wish was not granted. For many years he was often referred to as Mayor Kenyon because of his much interest in local affairs. Thus another member of the old citizens passes on, and not many are left, that were responsible for the cooperation that caused the building of the village of Argo-Fa."
Another Article:
"Fred Kenyon, 81, of Argo-Fa, known as the Grand Old Man of Argo-Fa, passed away Sunday at his home following a brief illness, although his health had been declining for several months. Fred Kenyon, during many, many years, represented the better interest of Argo-Fa. Born in 1854 and living in and near Argo-Fa for the entire period of his life, he was associated with all worthwhile enterprises. Mr. Kenyon was associated with the old Lyceum meeting at the Grange Hall at Ideal, (a small village southeast of Argo-Fa), as chairman; he was a member of the Carroll county Fair Board, and served as chairman of the horse division for many years; he took an active part in bringing the condensary to Argo-Fa, selling them the land for the site, as well as selling lots for home builders. He also served as highway commissioner of York Township, and at all times took a progressive stand in the interests of Argo-Fa and York township.
