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Jackson County, Iowa Obituaries Page 5George W. Albright George W. Albright was born August 12, 1828, in Juniata County, Pennsylvania, and died after a brief illness at the home of his daughter, Mrs. M. C. Allen on Matteson Street in Maquoketa, July 29, 1901, aged 72 years, 10 months and 17 days. He came to Ohio in early life and in 1847 landed in Lyons, Clinton County, where he made his home for some time, He came to Charlotte in 1857 where he made his home most of the remaining years of his life. The last seven years he made his home with his daughter in Maquoketa where he was lovingly cared for. George Albright was united in marriage with Rodah J. McSenanhan, November 20, 1859, who preceded him to the great beyond February 23, 1876. Four children blessed this union, one of whom, Jackson, died in infancy, William C. of Clinton, Mrs. M. C. Allen of Maquoketa and Andrew of Jordan, California, survive to mourn the loss of a loving father. He was one of 15 children and only 4 brothers and 2 sisters are now living. Funeral services were held at Charlotte on Tuesday July 2, at 10 a.m. and burial was at Springdale Cemetery, Clinton. [Jackson Sentinel, Maquoketa, Iowa, Published July 11, 1901] Return to Obit Index William N. Alden WILLIAM N. ALDEN FUNERAL TODAY Funeral services for William N. "Bill" Alden, 32, who died Wednesday, will be held Friday afternoon at two o'clock in the Carson Funeral Home. The Rev. Mace Crandall will officiate and burial will be in Mt. Hope Cemetery. Mr. Alden was born April 15, 1925, in Maquoketa, son of Norman H. and Lenora Hicks Alden. A Maquoketa high school graduate, he served in the U. S. Coast Guard from 1943 to 1946. He was a member of the local Knights of Pythias lodge and was unmarried. He is survived by his parents; a brother, Frederic H. Alden of Pico, California, and two sisters, Mr. J. P. (Edith) Heitz of Springfield, Missouri, and Mrs. Jack (Ruth) Keck of Sioux City. [The Jackson Sentinel, Maquoketa, Iowa, Published January 24, 1958] Return to Obit Index Dr. Coleman Amos AMOS-At his residence in Preston, Iowa, October 27, 1875, at 8 o'clock a.m., Dr. Coleman Amos, in the 43rd year of his age. Dr. Amos was a native of Virginia, emigrated to Iowa in 1856 settling in Spragueville, in this county. Here he passed through the particular vicissitudes of a country practioner for several years, gaining the esteem and good will of every one, and securing a large and lucrative practice. Removing to Van Buren in 1859, he opened up a drug store, in connection with his practice, which he continued to keep for a number of years, when he returned to Spragueville, abiding there until the town of Preston was organized, when he moved to that place, opening a drug store, and continued his practice, which now covered a large territory. The Doctor was a graduate of the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Keokuk, Iowa, and was devoted to his profession, as hundreds will testify who have come under his kindly care. In 1863, Dr. Amos united himself with the Masonic Order, joining Lodge Number 51, at Bellevue; and through the instrumentality of those generous traits of character always manifest with him he rapidly climbed the Masonic ladder, and was made a member of the 32nd degree in 1870. The Doctor was a plain unostentatious man, generous to a fault, and was well beloved, not only by the brethren of the Order, but by all who knew him. He was buried yesterday under the auspices of the Consistory, the highest branch of the Masonic order, delegations being present from Clinton, Lyons, Delmar, Bellevue and Sabula. Dr. Amos leaves a wife and three brothers to mourn his loss, and from the depths of our heart, they have our sympathy in their great bereavement.- Sabula Gazette. [Bellevue Leader, Published November 3, 1875, submitted by Ken Wright] Return to Obit Index Eleanor Shrigley Bailey Died at the home of her father, L. H. Shrigley, of Maquoketa, on July 4, 1901, Mrs. Eleanor Shrigley, aged 36 years, 10 months, 14 days. Deceased was born and raised in Maquoketa. Nov. 1, 1882, she married H. E. Bailey of Delmar, to whom a child was born that died in infancy. Three years ago when the cyclone passed near Delmar, Mrs. Bailey suffered nervous prostration which unsettled her mind. Treatment at Independence hospital failed to relieve the sufferer and about a week before her death she was brought to her father's home in this city, where she passed away. The funeral took place from the residence on 10:00 a.m. Saturday, Rev. Parsons of the M. E. Church and Rev. Chandler of the Baptist church officiating. Her remains were laid peacefully to rest in Mt. Hope Cemetery.[Jackson Sentinel, Maquoketa, Iowa, Published July 11, 1901] Return to Obit Index Anna Clark Benjamin Anna E. Clark was born in the state of New York, June 20th, 1848, and died in Clinton, Iowa, July 29, 1909. She was married to Harvey L. Benjamin March 30th, 1886. To this union four children were born. One daughter died in infancy and three sons, Charles, Willard A., and Arthur J., who together with the husband, Harvey Benjamin and her aged father, Samuel A. Clark are left to mourn the loss of a devoted and loving daughter, wife and mother. Funeral services, conducted by Rev. A. T. Foster, were held in the Methodist church of which she was a member and interment was made in Buckhorn Cemetery. [Jackson Sentinel, Maquoketa, Iowa, Published August 5, 1909, submitted by Ken Wright] Return to Obit Index J. S. Billups J. S. Billups was born at Bellevue, Iowa, September 14, 1837. When eight years of age he moved with his parents to Cottonville, where he lived for a number of years. Later he was on the river and was steward on a big steamboat for four years, at the end of which time he enlisted in the military service and served faithfully during the rebellion. On Nov. 3, 1866, he was united in marriage to Lottie Minion in this city, where he has since resided. He passed away Tuesday night at 12:00 after a brief illness. A wife and five children survive to mourn the loss of a kind husband and loving father. For many years he has conducted a grocery store in our city and is well known for his honesty and fair dealing. Funeral services will be held Friday morning at 10 o'clock from the M. E. Church. [Jackson Sentinel, Maquoketa, Iowa, Published February 11, 1909] Return to Obit Index Howard Black ZWINGLE--The community was shocked and grieved on Thursday last when the sad news was received of the death of Mr. Howard Black, a prominent and highly esteemed stock buyer, who numbered his friends here by the score as he was a resident of Otter Creek Township until the past fifteen years he has resided in Maquoketa. Mr. Black and M. D. McCarthy came to Zwingle last Monday morning shortly after their arrival in town Mr. Black was taken suddenly ill and compelled to retire for awhile. He became a little better and returned to his home and was again seized with hemorrhage of the stomach and sank rapidly until his death Wednesday evening. Those from here who attended his funeral Sunday were Messers Jake and Bert Kemerer and wife, Jas. Simpson and wife, C. M. Slattery and sister, Miss Mamie Slattery, Mrs. Frank Slattery and Mr. and Mrs. J. P. Biggens, Mr. and Mrs. Mike Hixon and Mr. and Mrs. Louie Hoerner. [Maquoketa Excelsior-Record, Published September 6, 1918] Return to Obit Index Frances Bluel LaMotte News--Miss Frances Bluel, aged 28 years, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Bluel of St. Theresa, died at the family home on Tuesday morning after a few days illness with brain fever. The esteemed young woman is survived by her parents, five brothers and three sisters. The young woman was a devout member of St. Theresa's congregation and her death has caused widespread regret among the many friends who knew her. The funeral was conducted by Rev. Father Garland at 10 o'clock today and the body layed to rest in the St. Theresa Cemetery. [Jackson Sentinel, Maquoketa, Iowa, Published February 4, 1909] Return to Obit Index Craig Donald Chase Craig Donald "Rocky" Chase, 42, of Oxford Junction, died Friday January 16, 1998, at his home in Oxford Junction. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, January 20 at the Carson & Son Funeral Home in Maquoketa, with Rev. Clair O'Dell of the First United Methodist Church in Maquoketa officiating. Burial will be in the Pence Cemetery, rural Baldwin, Iowa. Visitation will be held from 5 to 8 p.m., Monday January 19, at the funeral home. Mr. Chase was born June 20, 1955 at Maquoketa to Ira Edward Chase and Carolyn Clark Chase. He married Lori Watson in Kentucky. He worked as a master carpenter, with his brother, Gene, in a carpentry business, and loved fishing, boating and rafting/tubing. He is survived by one daughter, Mesheria Chase of Manchester, one son, Nathan Chase of Manchester, his mother, Carolyn Chase of Baldwin, two brothers, Gene (and Janet) Chase, and Everett (and Kathryn) Chase, both of Oxford Junction, two sisters, Janice Axton of Baldwin, and Linda Arnold of Maquoketa, and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father and one brother. A memorial fund has been established. See News Article Son Charged in Slaying [Jackson Sentinel, Published January 21, 1998, submitted by Ken Wright] Return to Obit Index Infant Cotton Sabula--An infant daughter of C. B. Cotton of Sabula, died on the 12th instant, of croup and lung ailments. For several days its recovery was despaired of. The ministrations of several physicians and attentive nurses were all unavailing. The funeral took place on last Monday. [Maquoketa Excelsior, Published Feb. 19, 1888, submitted by Ken Wright] Return to Obit Index James Coulehan Death of Former Bellevue Boy The sad news was received at this office last night of the untimely death of James Coulehan, a former Bellevue boy, but for the last twelve years a resident of Boulder, Colorado, who passed away to the unknown beyond on the morning of April 16, 1887. James was a favorite in Bellevue during his early boyhood days and until he reached his maturity, when he left to seek his livelihood and fortune in the west. After many hardships, fortune favored him, and he finally married and settled in Boulder, where he engaged in flour, feed and grain business. Two months ago he was taken with inflammatory rheumatism, and from that he became a victim of a complication of other diseases, which terminated with death. Jim's friends in Bellevue and elsewhere will learn this news with deep regret, and the sympathy for the young wife and two children he has left behind will be of profound sincerity. [Bellevue Herald, Bellevue, Iowa, Published April 19, 1887, submitted by Ken Wright] Return to Obit Index Dr. Joseph Cowden, Jr. Wednesday afternoon, February 22, 1871, at the residence of C. A. Harrington, Dr. Joseph Cowden, Jr. died in the 68th year of his age. Dr. Cowden was one of the earliest pioneers in Jackson county, having emigrated from Pennsylvania to this county, in 1853. For several years past he has resided with his children in Bellevue and vicinity. He was widely celebrated for medical skill, and though he had given up practice for some years, many will remember him for alleviating their sufferings in times past.-Jackson Leader [Weekly Excelsior, Maquoketa, Iowa, Published March 9, 1871, submitted by Ken Wright] Return to Obit Index Daniel Donovan Zwingle--Daniel Donovan, a former resident of Otter Creek township, Jackson county, but for the past fifteen years a resident of Dubuque, passed away at his home there, September 18, 1918, aged 63 years. Mr. Donovan was ill only a few weeks of heart trouble. He was married to Miss Sullivan, she died several years ago, leaving one son and four daughters. Later he was married to Miss Burke, who with one son survives. His funeral was held from his home in Dubuque, interment being made at the North Garry Owen cemetery. [Maquoketa Excelsior-Record, Published September 27, 1918, submitted by Ken Wright] Return to Obit Index Chris Duhme Chris Duhme Killed In Action In France Chris Harmon Duhme was killed in France while in action, October 4th. He was called to service and left Jackson County with a number of boys on February 25th, 1918 for Camp Dodge, where he was in training for a few weeks and was transferred to Camp Sevier, S.C., going overseas in May. Chris was a young man with a host of friends and it is with sadness we are called on to chronicle his untimely departure. He leaves to mourn, two sisters, Mrs. Selzer and Emma Duhme, and four brothers, Fred, Henry, Theodore and Frank, and their many friends extend their sympathy to them at this time. Chris was born in Farmers Creek Township, Jackson County, February 1, 1894. He was one of a family of seven children, whose parents died while he was young. He was bapitised in infancy and confirmed in Salem Lutheran Church, Palm Sunday, 1909, and was a consistent member. [Maquoketa Excelsior-Record, Published December 10, 1918, submitted by Ken Wright] Return to Obit Index Hazel Dunham Hazel Dunham at Igo City, northern California, was washing a dynamite cartridge in warm water, February 2, when it exploded and literally blew him to pieces. He was a former resident of Sterling, this county, fought for his country as a member of Co. A, Ninth Iowa, and was the brother of Mr. Wm. Aikman of Sabula. [Maquoketa Excelsior, Jackson County, Iowa, Published Feb. 26, 1887] Return to Obit Index Eli Edwards A sad case of drowning occurred on Sunday about 10:00 a.m. in the North Fork of the Maquoketa River about one mile below Ozark. Eli Edwards, nineteen years old, went in bathing and being unable to swim got beyond his depth and was carried by a swift current into deep water before he could be rescued. Help was summoned as soon as possible, but on account of deep water and a treacherous undercurrent, the body was in the water about one and a half hours before it was removed, which was done by divers. A large number of people assembled to lend assistance, among whom was Dr. Guthry of Wyoming, who happened to be at Ozark, and lent assistance and proved to be an expert in diving, he making a number of deep dives before bringing the body to the surface. Deceased is the oldest son of Luke Edwards of Fulton, Iowa and was working on a farm near where he met his death. Great sympathy is expressed for the bereaved family. Eli was a steady industrious young man of whom all who knew him speak words of praise. [Jackson Sentinel, Maquoketa, Iowa, Published Aug. 12, 1909, submitted by Ken Wright] - - - - - - - - - - Eli Edwards, eldest son of Luke and Mary Jane Edwards, was born Sept. 21, 1887, in Jackson County, Iowa, and was drowned in the North Fork of the Maquoketa River, on August 8, 1909, while in bathing. He was 21 years, 10 months and 17 days old. He was a well liked young man wherever he was known, and counted his friends by his acquaintances. He leaves to mourn his loss besides his father and mother, two sisters, Pearl and Angeline, and three brothers, Lawrence, Dewey and Elmer. [Jackson Sentinel, Maquoketa, Iowa, Published August 12, 1909, submitted by Ken Wright] Return to Obit Index Elijah Edwards Monmouth News--Elijah Edwards, an old pioneer who settled a mile and a half west of town in an early day and who has been residing there ever since, passed quietly away on Monday eve of last week. He was interred in the grave yard midway between here and Wyoming on Wednesday following. The funeral services took place at the home, Rev. John Said of near Iron Hills officiating. Mr. Edwards leaves a host of relatives and friends behind to mourn his loss. Thus the pioneers of this locality are fading away, one by one. He was an exemplary citizen and will be sadly missed. His wife precede him three or four years. The bereaved friends have the sympathy of the entire community. [Jackson Sentinel, Published June 15, 1893, submitted by Ken Wright] Return to Obit Index Alois Flammang Alois Flammang, 85, of Orleans, Nebraska, a former resident of St. Donatus, died April 30, 1953, at his home in Nebraska. He is survived by seven children, two sisters and four brothers. His wife, the former Mary Loewen of St. Donatus, and two sons, preceded him in death. A brother, Alphonse, died at Mercy hospital, Lincoln, Nebraska, on April 28. Mrs. Alois Flammang was a sister of Mrs. Joseph H. Schulte of Bellevue. [Maquoketa Community Press, Published May 12, 1953, submitted by Ken Wright] Return to Obit Index John P. Foley ANOTHER EARLY SETTLER GONE Mr. John P. Foley died at Mr. Demming's his brother-in-law, at Davenport, April 20th, of erysipelas, in the 48th year of his age. Mr. Foley lived for many years in Bellevue, and was a son of John P. Foley, Esq., one of the earliest settlers of Dubuque, and a man much respected in his day. The deceased was Sheriff of Jackson County from 1853-1855; and afterward, up to the time of the war, he was engaged in merchantile pursuits in Bellevue. When the war broke out he enlisted in the 5th Iowa Infantry-was commissioned Second Lieutenant, and afterward filled the office of Adjutant, on General Buford's staff. Since the war he was engaged in the book and insurance business business until about a year ago, when he was employed on the Davenport Gazette as one of its travelling correspondents. The paper pays him a high compliment by saying they always found him able and reliable in all transactions. He leaves a wife and three daughters to mourn his loss. [Bellevue Leader, Published May 3, 1875, submitted by Ken Wright] Return to Obit Index Emma Geisler Beloved Woman Passes Away Miss Emma Geisler After A Protracted Illness Goes To Her Great Reward Saturday night as the clock struck the hour of eleven the spirit of Miss Emma Geisler passed over the beautiful River of Life and found its resting place with God. Thus can we say of Miss Geisler whom the Lord has called from our midst to the land of bliss "where death shall be no more, nor mourning, nor crying and where God shall wipe away all tears from our eyes." She was a patient sufferer and she bravely bore up under her lot, always having a smile or cheery word for all. Miss Geisler was the oldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. F. W. Geisler. Her father preceded her in death twenty years ago and her mother about three years ago. She was born September 4, 1870, at Altoona, Pennsylvania, and lived most of her life in the west. About ten years ago, she, with her mother and brother and Mr. Klein, purchased the Dunn Shoe and Clothing Store, and on the death of her mother three years ago, she became president of this corporation. She was a splendid musician before she was compelled to give up her work in music and a splendid class. She used to spend a great deal of time looking after the children of this community who had musical ability, but had no means of which to pay for same, and would give them their lessons free. There are many of these and other children whom she had befriended, who will always remember Miss Emma, as she was familiarly called for her many kindnesses. She was always generous to the needy and was continually giving assistance to those in need. The death of Miss Emma has cast a gloom over the entire community, for she had the love and respect of all who knew her and her hosts of friends regret that she could not remain with us and that she must be taken now. She leaves only a grief stricken brother, the two having gone through life side by side, leaning upon each other and sharing each other's joys and sorrows. Harry, as he is familiarly known to us, counts his friends by the thousands and these extend their sympathy to him in the hours of his great trials. Funeral service was held at her home on West Pleasant Street, Monday afternoon at three o'clock, December 3, by Mrs. D. B. Marlowe of the Christian Science Church. This morning the body will be taken to Davenport for burial in the family lot at Mt. Nebo Cemetery, where the services will be conducted by the Rabbi Marks of Temple Emanuel of that city. Those here to attend the funeral from out of the city are Miss Lona Becker and Miss Bert Huermann of LaFayette, Indiana, Mrs. A. Laux and David Klein of Chicago, Mrs. A. H. Sudder of Galesburg, Ill., Mrs. Reines and daughter of LaCrosse, Wis. [Maquoketa Excelsior-Record, Published December 3, 1918] Return to Obit Index Cordelia Allen Gibson Monmouth--Cordelia Allen was born in New York state, November 10, 1851, and died at the home of her step-daughter, Mrs. Smiley Edwards, November 26, 1918, aged 67 years and 15 days. On June 25, 1893, she was married to Isaac Gibson, who preceded her in death, July 22, 1917. The funeral was held on Wednesday afternoon at the M. E. church, the services being conducted by Rev. John Dawson. Interment was in the Monmouth cemetery. The following acted as pall bearers: C. M. Fischer, J. W. Allen, J. B. Hubbard, Joe Dowden, Chas Long, Sr. and E. S. Heath. [Maquoketa Excelsior-Record, Published December 3, 1918, submitted by Ken Wright] Return to Obit Index Luemma E. Gibson Mrs. Hi Gibson died at her home three miles north of Spragueville, on Sunday morning last, of consumption. The funeral was held Monday by Rev. Miller. Her remains were interred at Andrew. [Maquoketa Excelsior, Published February 26, 1887, submitted by Ken Wright] Return to Obit Index Warren Gleason Sudden Death Mr. Warren Gleason aged thirty-two years was found dead in his bed Monday morning last. Mr. Gleason retired as usual the night before, but not appearing at the breakfast table, and not answering when called, his room was visited by the family who found the body cold in death. He had for a long time been afflicted with spasms or fits and it is supposed that in one of those he died. The deceased was a single man and a brother of Mrs. Melvin Decker of Maquoketa, in whose family he had been residing for several months.[Maquoketa Excelsior-Record, Published April 6, 1871, submitted by Ken Wright] Return to Obit Index R. L. Harrison The funeral services for the late R. L. Harrison, who passed away from heart trouble were held at at the home in Sabula, on Tuesday afternoon, Rev. A. Calkins of the M. E. Church officiating. Interment was made in Evergreen Cemetery. He was 38 years of age at the time of his death. He was a well known young man, liked by all who knew him and his many friends will deeply mourn his untimely death. [Maquoketa Excelsior-Record, Published December 20, 1918] Return to Obit Index Michael Hartnett Monmouth-Baldwin News Michael Hartnett, another old landmark, passed away one day last week and was buried at the Baldwin Catholic Cemetery Friday. Mr. Hartnett was always a good and quiet citizen, one that will be greatly missed in the locality where he resided. The bereaved ones have the sympathy of many friends. [Jackson Sentinel, Maquoketa, Iowa Published June 8, 1893] Return to Obit Index Ann Hopper Mrs. Ann Hopper, of Green Island, died very suddenly of heart disease Wednesday at noon. Mrs. Hopper was as well as usual Wednesday morning, and had just finished her dinner and was sitting conversing with relatives and friends, when she bent forward, leaned her head on the table and died without a moment's warning. The funeral was held Saturday from the Congregational church at Green Island, Rev. Sargent officiating, and her remains were taken to Van Buren Cemetery for interment. [Jackson Sentinel, Maquoketa, Iowa, Published June 8, 1893, submitted by Ken Wright] Return to Obit Index Robert Lee Jessen Robert Lee "Bob" Jessen, 56, of Council Bluffs and formerly of Maquoketa, died Thursday, January 15, 1998, at his home in Council Bluffs. A memorial mass will be held at 11:00 a.m., Monday, January 26th at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Maquoketa with Father Dennis Cain officiating. Burial will be in the Sacred Heart Cemetery in Maquoketa. Visitation will be held from 9:00 a.m. until service time on Monday at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church. The body has been cremated. The Carson & Son Funeral Home in Maquoketa is in charge of arrangements. Mr. Jessen was born March 8, 1941 in Maquoketa to Leo and Leona Miller Jessen. He was a 1960 graduate of the Maquoketa Community High School. He then attended Parsons College in Fairfield and later attended Northwest Missouri State University in Kirksville, Missouri, graduating with a bachelor of science degree in electrical engineering. He also received teaching credentials in industrial arts from Northwest Missouri State University. After college he taught industrial arts in Indianola and Peosta. He also had taught Driver's Education. He worked for a number of years as an engineer and consulting engineer for several companies. He had a private pilot's license and was a ham radio operator. He also enjoyed woodworking, electronics, hunting, boats and cars and was a firearms collector. He was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Maquoketa. Survivors include one sister, Mary (Mrs. Larry) Loos of Greenbrae, California and two nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents. Memorials may be made to the Diabetes Association. [Jackson Sentinel, Jackson Co., Iowa, Published January 21, 1998] Return to Obit Index Susie Jonas JONAS - At her mother's residence, in Clay Center, October 16, 1875, at 7 o'clock, a.m., Miss Susie Jonas, aged 22 years and 11 days. Miss Jonas was a native of Bellevue, Iowa, and came to Clay County about two years ago, since which time she has suffered, almost constantly, from her fatal malady consumption. For 18 long and weary months she bore her painful illness with patience and fortitude unsurpassed. If esteem and sympathy had been of any avail to stay the hand of death, this sad event had not been chronicled. "Whom the Gods love die young," and she yielded up her young life to Him who gave it, without fear and without a struggle. She had gone to "rest," who suffered so long and patiently. - Clay County Dispatch [Bellevue Leader, Published November 3, 1875, submitted by Ken Wright] Return to Obit Index Richard R. Kendall RICHARD R. KENDALL PAYS SUPREME SACRIFICE Just when life seemed to give promise of greater blessings, Richard R., son of Hon. And Mrs. A. W. Kendall of Maquoketa, answered the call of the great commander and passed to his reward last Saturday afternoon at three o'clock at Camp Forest, Georgia. Rollie, as he was familiarly called, was born on September 5, 1891 on the home farm near Delmar, and it was in this vicinity that he grew to young manhood and spent practically his entire life, surrounded by loved ones and true friends. July 30, he responded to the call to the colors and left DeWitt with the Clinton County contingent of boys, going to Camp Forest, Georgia, where he has since been stationed. He had been issued his overseas uniform and expected to leave within a short time for Camp Meade, Maryland, and later to be sent with his division to the warring countries. Before entering the service of his country he was associated with his brother, Ernest, in conducting the home farm. He was a young man of real worth and merit and was a general favorite with family and friends. Rollie was the first one out of twelve to be called by death. Besides his grief stricken parents the following brothers and sisters survive: Howard, Ernest, Floyd, Mrs. Austin Pool and Mrs. Ethel Ebersole of Delmar, Mrs. Ben Jacobsen, Hazel, Sylvia, Olive, Alfred and Albert, all of Maquoketa. The body arrived here Monday evening accompanied by the father and sister, Mrs. Jacobsen, who when they learned of the serious illness, left at once for Camp Forest, but arrived a short time after he had entered into his eternal rest. Prayer was held from the home on Wednesday morning at ten o'clock, Rev. J. J. Kidder officiating. Interment was made in Mt. Hope Cemetery, Maquoketa. [Maquoketa Excelsior-Record, Maquoketa, Iowa, Published Friday, November 1, 1918] Return to Obit Index Catherine Kinser At her residence in Soldier, Monona County, Iowa, November 5, 1875, Mrs. Catherine Kinser, aged 70 years and 10 months. Mrs. Kinser was the mother of Mrs. John Reed of Bellevue, and for eighteen years was a resident of Tet des Morts Township, Jackson County, where our boyhood days were passed. She was an intelligent and kindly old lady, and often, when a boy, have we partaken of her generous hospitality in her own house, with her many lively children, now scattered as it were, all over the broad earth. [Bellevue Leader, Published November 17, 1875, submitted by Ken Wright] Return to Obit Index Anna Kulga Kulga--Anna Barbara Colte was born in Baden, Germany, Dec. 4, 1831, and came to this country with her family in the year 1872. In 1861 she was married to Peter Shuba. This union was blessed with six children, two of whom are dead. In the year 1887 she was married a second time to John Kulga of Clinton, Iowa, with whom she lived happily until death claimed her on Feb. 7th. Her remains were brought to Maquoketa Monday evening and taken to the home of her nephew, Jacob Becker. Funeral services were held from the Evangelical Church, Rev. Sheurer of Wilton Junction presiding. [Jackson Sentinel, Maquoketa, Iowa, Published February 11, 1909] Return to Obit Index Inse W. Kuper Inse W. Kuper Departs This Life Sunday, Nov. 1st at Bellevue, Mrs. Ringe Kuper departed this life at the home of her daughter, Mrs. George Weber. Mrs. Kuper was born in Hanover, Germany, coming to America in 1892 and settled on a farm in Jackson township. The funeral was held Tuesday afternoon from the Lutheran Church, Bellevue, with burial in the Lutheran Cemetery, Bellevue. A husband, one daughter and two sons survive her. [Jackson Sentinel, Published November 12, 1908, submitted by Ken Wright] Return to Obit Index James Lambe James Lambe is Dead James Lambe, one of the best known early pioneers of Jackson County, died on Tuesday morning at 6:50 o'clock, aged eighty-eight years. Mr. Lambe was born in Mount Mellick, Queens County, Ireland, on June 15th, 1818, and came to America to Pennsylvania in 1845. In the year 1854, he came west settling on a farm in the vicinity of Otter Creek, where he was actively engaged in farming until about twelve years ago., when he retired. In the year 1856 he was united in marriage in Dubuque to Miss Ellen Callahan, who passed away a number of years ago. He is survived by one daughter and six sons, Mary C., D. E., and James F. of West Hope, North Dakota, John P., Frank L., and Patrick A., of Graettinger, Iowa. The funeral will take place at six o'clock on Wednesday morning from Mercy Hospital, where the aged man had made his home for a number of years, to Otter Creek via the C. M. & St. Paul railroad at 8 o'clock, where the burial will take place. The death of the esteemed man is deeply regretted throughout the section where he was so well known and where he was held in the kindest regard. His genial kindness of character won countless friends, who mourn sincerely the passing of the good man. A devout member of the Roman Catholic faith, his life was one exemplary, and death found him ready for his reward.-Dubuque Telegraph, Feb. 10th. He was the father of Thomas J. Lambe, cashier of the LaMotte Savings Bank, a name inadvertently omitted by the Telegraph, and was quite well known in Maquoketa, and frequently visited this city on business when a resident of Jackson County.) [Jackson Sentinel, Maquoketa, Iowa, Published February 11, 1909] Return to Obit Index Hannah Smith Langridge Hannah Smith was born in Nuneaton, England, Sep. 1, 1845. There she lived during girlhood and was converted under the preaching of Rev. R. J. Langridge, uniting with the Baptist church. Later on June 5, 1862, she was married to Mr. Langridge at Leichester City, England. Then came the parting, not merely from the old home, but from the homeland, for with his newly won bride, Mr. Langridge left England for the newer land across the seas, locating in Canada, where for five years he was engaged in missionary work. Then a call to work in the United States and for three years they worked together in the State of Maine. A call to Chicago brought them westward again, and they wrought together there for a time, then in Wisconsin for a year., then in Genesco and Kewanee in Illinois and yet westward into Iowa. Mt. Pleasant, Washington, Oskaloosa, Maquoketa and Manchester each claimed them for a time. Then death claimed the husband and father, for nine children had come to bless their home during the years, six of whom still survive. Owning a home in Maquoketa the family returned to the scenes of so much long service. With the going of the father there came a change into the mother's life. She moved as one in a dream. She was still the sweet and gentle spirit as of old, but the nearness of the other world seemed to dim the brightness of this world's vision. The burden of the family fell on the elder children, and bravely they bore the load. At last the elder son, Percy Howard Langridge, following in the footsteps of his father, entered the Gospel ministry. This brought joy to the heart of the mother. Miss Edith, who had become a trained nurse, bore much of the loads and made a home for the mother with her at the Cottage Hospital which she conducted. Here, after months of patient suffering, at seven o'clock, Thursday morning, July 29th, the longed for messenger came and the weary, waiting one went home, home to meet the husband who, almost sixteen years before had passed into the better country, home to meet the son who last May was suddenly called from his work at Waukon, and best of all to meet the Saviour she had loved so long and well. She leaves to mourn her loss, four daughters, Miss Edith, Mrs. Al Broxam, and Mrs. Roy Mowers of Maquoketa, and Mrs. W. M. Powell of Waterloo; and one son, Ernest Langridge of Chicago. The funeral services were conducted by Rev. F. H. Webster, pastor of the Baptist church of Maquoketa, at the home of Al Broxam, assisted by Rev. Mr. Lewis of the Congregational Church. Interment in Graceland cemetery, Chicago. [Jackson Sentinel, Maquoketa, Iowa, Published August 5, 1909, submitted by Ken Wright] Return to Obit Index John Laughlin John Laughlin Killed In Action in France John Laughlin, was born Jan. 20, 1893, on the home farm in the northern part of Otter Creek Township, Jackson County, Iowa, the second son of Joseph and Annie Eichorn Laughlin, died Aug. 7, 1918, aged 25 years, six months and eighteen days. He left Maquoketa Sep. 21, 1917 with the first contingent of drafted men and sailed for France the last of April. He was a young man dearly beloved by all and his death offered as a sacrifice that the rest of us may live in freedom and peace, has cast a gloom of sadness over the entire community where he spent his life until called to the service of his country. He is survived by his parents, five brothers and four sisters. [Maquoketa Excelsior-Record, Published September 6, 1918] Return to Obit Index Gladys Marr SABULA - Gladys, the little daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Marr of Sabula, who has been sick for some time, with Spanish influenza, passed away at about ten o'clock, Monday morning. A private funeral was held from the house on Tuesday afternoon and interment was made in Evergreen Cemetery. The bereaved parents and other relatives have the sincere sympathy of the entire community. [Excelsior-Record, Maquoketa, Iowa, Published October 25, 1918, submitted by Ken Wright] Return to Obit Index Peter McDougall MELANCHOLY - OBITUARY - By this sudden dispensation of Providence, the members of the Maquoketa Academy as well as the community, are thrown into deep mourning. All mourn his early death and deeply sympathize with his friends far away. Not feeling very well, he received an excuse from school Friday morning after devotional exercises. Nothing serious was apprehended until Saturday morning, when immediate search was made for him and his clothes were found on the bank of the river about one mile outside the village. Soon after, a little below, his body was discovered cold in the embrace of death. His mind was one of superior order. A retentive memory, aided by a quick and clear perception made him a superior scholar. His openheartedness and frankness gained for him many friends. We can hardly realize we have lost our dear friend, but so it is, he is gone, we fondly hope, to dwell with blessed spirits in a far better world. We buried him on a quiet Sabbath morn, and springing flowers in the spring of the year, in the opening manhood of his life. We left his body, but we would not if we could call back his immortal spirit from the mansion in the skies. [Maquoketa Sentinel, Published June 1, 1854, submitted by Ken Wright] Return to Obit Index Forrest M. Miles PROMINENT MAN DIES Forrest M. Miles, was born in Wayne County, Ohio, April 14, 1840, and passed away September 8, 1918. His parents were Justin and Harriet (Rice) Miles, both natives of Vermont. Justin Miles came from Wayne County, Ohio, to Jackson County, Iowa, in 1855 and bought a farm on the border of Van Buren Township, where the Town of Miles is now located. Forrest M. Miles was employed on his father's farm until 1862, when he enlisted in Company A, 24th Iowa Volunteer Infantry. During the period of his service he participated in many important battles of the Civil War, and was wounded at Cedar Creek, October 10, 1864. On April 14th 1865, he received his honorable discharge from the army. On January 28, 1865, Mr. Miles married Miss Henrietta Graham, who passed away seven years ago. He leaves two sons, Hon. Harry J. Miles, on the home farm and Forrest Stanley Miles, now in France with the Army Engineer Corps. He is also survived by three brothers and two sisters, Hon. J. W. Miles of Manchester, Orson Miles of Olin and H. A. Miles of Miles, Mrs. Sarah Demming of Des Moines, Mrs. F. M. Rigby of Mt. Vernon. Mr. Miles death is the first break in his family of six whose average age is 82 years. A half-brother and two half-sisters passed away years ago. [Maquoketa Excelsior-Record, Published September 27, 1918] Return to Obit Index Floyd Miller FLOYD MILLER DIES IN SERVICE Floyd Miller, the only son of Mr. and Mrs. Walter Miller, who reside west of Maquoketa, is another boy from Jackson County to die in the service of his country. He enlisted in the Student Army Training Corps at the state agricultural college at Ames and left Maquoketa just three weeks ago today. He attended Maquoketa schools for several years and was a member of the graduating class of 1918. He was a studious scholar and was prominent in athletic circles of the school being a splendid specimen of perfect young manhood. He was born on the home farm west of Maquoketa on September 14, 1899, and was only a few weeks past 19 years of age when claimed by the grim reaper, Death. Thus another home has been saddened and another father and mother bereft of their only son, who gave up his life that democracy may be enthroned throughout the world. The father left early Monday morning for Ames in response to a message telling of his son's critical condition, but arrived too late. The body arrived here Wednesday noon and funeral services were held yesterday afternoon at two o'clock from the home. Rev. D. F. Boomershine officiated. Interment was made in the Buckhorn Cemetery. Besides the grief stricken parents, one sister, Miss Myrtle, survives. [Maquoketa Excelsior-Record, Published October 18, 1918] Return to Obit Index Anna Moulton Anna Moulton Services Held Monday Bellevue, May 14-Funeral services were held Monday afternoon at the First Presbyterian Church at Bellevue for Mrs. M. W. Moulton, who passed away at Mercy Hospital, Iowa City, on Saturday. She had been a patient there for several months. The body was brought to Bellevue Sunday afternoon and reposed in the home until two o'clock Monday, at which time it was taken to the Presbyterian Church where the Rev. Laurence Nelson officiated. Interment was in the Presbyterian Cemetery. Anna Moulton was born in Bellevue, a daughter of George and Christena Hassig Young, piuoneer residents of Bellevue. She was a graduate of the Bellevue Public Schools and the State Teachers College at Cedar Falls. She has been a life long member of the Presbyterian Church and its various organizations. She was a charter member of Bellevue Chapter No. 359, O. E. S., Chapter FL, P.E.O., and the social circle of the Presbyterian church. She married Dr. M. w. Moulton on Dec. 27, 1899. He died in 1945. She is survived by one brother, Joe A. Young. A brother, George and a sister, Minnie Young, preceded her in death. [Jackson Sentinel, Maquoketa, Iowa, Published May 15, 1953, Anna Moulton] Return to Obit Index Roy J. O'Connor DIES IN FRANCE Word has been received by Mr. and Mrs. Mike O'Connor of Bernard, formerly of Maquoketa, that their son, Roy J., died of pneumonia, somewhere in France on October 25. He was born October 1, 1894 and was at the time of his death 24 years, 24 days old. He entered the service at Maquoketa, May 27, and before entering the service of his country he was a first class lineman for the Western Union Company. Besides his parents he leaves his grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. P. C. Bogaard, four sisters and one brother, Mrs. Ernest Kendall, Mrs. Mattie Noonan, Edna, Christina and Wencil O'Connor. These are the things that make the winning of the war a heavy load, and many friends of these people extend their sympathies in this great sorrow. [Maquoketa Excelsior-Record, Published Nov. 18, 1918, submitted by Ken Wright] Return to Obit Index Charlotte Perham DEATH OF MRS. PERHAM Another pioneer passes away in her 91st year in this city on April 1st, 1909 Mrs. Charlotte Newton Perham died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. D. T. Cravens, on East Pleasant street, this city, Thursday, 6 o'clock p.m., April 1, 1909, in her 91st year. She was one among Maquoketa's oldest pioneers, a lady of culture, highly esteemed for her friendly qualities and refinement. Charlotte Newton was born in Hamburg, Erie County, New York, June 7, 1818; she was married to Russell Perham December 27, 1843. In the spring of 1849, they came to Iowa and located on government land, five miles south of Maquoketa, where they remained until 1858, when they came to Maquoketa, where she has since resided. Mr. Perham died in 1883. Had the deceased lived until April 5th she would have resided continuously for fifty years in the house in which she died. Surviving are her three children-George B., and Arch N. Perham of Chicago, Mrs. D. T. Cravens of this city and two brothers residing in Hamburg, New York. She was a woman possessing a high standard of intelligence, a remarkable memory, coupled with the descriptive faculties, all of which she retained to the last. Funeral services were held from the home Sunday afternoon at 2:30 o'clock. Rev. A. T. Foster officiating. Interment was made in Mt. Hope Cemetery beside the grave of her husband and a son Julius, who died in early manhood. [Jackson Sentinel, Maquoketa, Iowa, Published April 8, 1909] Return to Obit Index George Arthur Potter George Potter Dies While Serving In Navy George Arthur Potter was born near Scotch Grove, Jones County, Iowa, on February 15, 1894, and while yet a small lad he came with his parents to Jackson County and located near Emeline where he grew to young manhood. He enlisted in the Navy on May 22, 1918 and was stationed at the Great Lakes Naval Training Station near Chicago. He had a week's furlough at fair time and was home enjoying a visit with his people and many friends. He returned to his training camp for duty and was getting ready to go across the sea, when the dread and fatal malady, Spanish Influenza, laid hold of him and carried him off. He died on Sunday September 29th, aged 24 years, 7 months and 14 days, at the hospital at Great Lakes, where all that medical skill and care could do for him was done, but to no avail. His body reached Maquoketa Tuesday evening. Funeral services were held at Emeline Church on Wednesday, October 2, at two p.m., where a large circle of friends and patriotic citizens gathered to express their sympathy to the family of the departed and their loyalty to a departed sailor who has made the supreme sacrifice for his country. Burial was made in Hickory Grove Cemetery. Mesdames Frank Wilson and Hugo Staack sang consolingly at the church and at the grave Rev. D. F. Boomershine officiated. His mother died seven years ago. His bereaved father, James Potter, three sisters and three brothers survive to mourn his death and they have this consolation that he gave his life for his flag and humanity. He designated his little sister as his beneficiary, who will be entitled to his government insurance, to be paid in monthly installments for 20 years. [Maquoketa Excelsior-Record, Published October 4, 1918] Return to Obit Index Clara Bittner Prandy Sad Message Was Received Louis J. Bittner received a telegram at 1 o'clock this morning that his daughter, Mrs. Clara Bittner Prandy, had died suddenly at her home in Dubuque. Mr. and Mrs. Bittner, and a sister, Mrs. George Zentner, left at once for Dubuque in response to the message. Mrs. Prandy was born in 1877 in Guttenberg, and came with her parents to Bellevue when she was four years of age. She was united in marriage to T. J. Prandy who preceded her to the grave several years ago. She is survived by two daughters, Mrs. Ben Benninger of Freeport, Ill., and Miss Blanche of Dubuque; three brothers and two sisters, Otto Bittner of York, Penn., Mrs. George Zentner of Bellevue, Mrs. L. W. Wirtz of Dubuque, Grover and Chester Bittner of Bellevue. She is also survived by her father, Louis J. Bittner and her stepmother, Mrs. Mary Bittner. Funeral services will be held Thursday morning in Dubuque. [Bellevue Herald, Published May 31, 1929, submitted by Ken Wright] Return to Obit Index Daniel D. Priaulx Daniel D. Priaulx, son of Elizabeth Balwell and John Priaulx of Guernsy Island, was born at Iron Hills, April 4, 1856. His parents came to America on their wedding journey and settled in Guernsy County, Ohio, a few years later moving to Iowa. When the subject of this sketch was about eight years of age the family moved to Buckhorn, six miles west of this city, where he obtained his early education. Later through his own efforts he was enabled to enter Valparaiso College. Where he was considered one of the most thorough and brilliant students of that institution. For several years he was principal of the schools at Wyoming and later acted in that capacity in Maquoketa. Later he became proprietor of the Maquoketa Excelsior, which he continued to edit and publish for several years. He passed peacefully to his rest, Tuesday, August 3rd. He was married August 5th, 1890 to Miss Cora Stevens. To them have been born three children: Duro, Piere and Dora. The funeral took place from the residence of Dr. J. A. Carson, Friday afternoon, attended by the Eastern Stars and Masonic Order. Rev. W. D. Lewis, pastor of the Congregational church officiated, with interment in Mt. Hope Cemetery. [Jackson Sentinel, Maquoketa, Iowa, Published August 12, 1909, submitted by Ken Wright] Return to Obit Index Arthur Quick DROWNING OF ARTHUR QUICK At about 3 o'clock Sunday afternoon the quiet of the town was disturbed by the announcement from W. D. Palmer, who came riding hastily over from Rockville, that a young man had drowned near the slough dam and help was wanted immediately to find the body. It will be remembered that it was only a few Sundays since that Mr. Palmer was the bearer of similar tidings, announcing the drowning of A. G. Bertelsen. A number at once repaired to the scene, which is but a short distance west of Rockville mill in the north fork of the Maquoketa River. After a search for an hour or more by Cortez Lyon, Frank Slauter, Fred Hall and others, Fred discovered the body with a spear in about twelve feet of water, catching him in the arm, when the body was raised to the top of the water and lifted into a boat, and then conveyed to the home, which is some three miles northeast of town. It would seem that Arthur, the 17 year old son of Samuel Quick, with his younger brother Roy and two companions went to the river to bathe. None of them could swim. Roy ventured first, but returned, saying the water was too deep, but Arthur, failing to comprehend the danger, plunged in and was soon beyond his depth. He called for help and Roy attempted to help him, and had it not been for the timely assistance of the other two boys who reached out a pole they would have both gone down. Arthur struggled desperately and finally, after drifting downstream a short distance, sank, never to rise again alive. The funeral occurred at the home on Monday afternoon, and the sorrowing family have the sympathy of the community. [Jackson Sentinel, Maquoketa, Iowa, Published June 22, 1893] Return to Obit Index William Reel WILLIAM REEL, CIVIL WAR VETERAN, ANSWERS LAST CALL William Reel, a highly respected citizen of this city, passed away at his home on South Second Street on Wednesday evening at six o'clock, after a long illness of Bright's Disease. Mr. Reel was born in Wayne County, Ohio, February 9, 1842, coming with his parents to Jackson County in the year 1857. He was reared at home, acquiring a common school education, which was supplemented by two years study in the city schools of Maquoketa. He was a young man of twenty years when on the 11th of August, 1862, in response to the country's call, he enlisted in defense of the Union, becoming a member of Company I, 24th Iowa Volunteer Infantry. He took part in every engagement in which his regiment participated, numbering 72 in all. He was captured at the Battle of Cedar Creek and again at Champion Hill, but managed to make his escape each time. For three years Mr. Reel bravely defended the Stars and Stripes on southern battlefields, making a creditable military record by his unfaltering devotion to duty and his love for his country. He was mustered out of service on July 17, 1865 at Savannah, Georgia. After his return from the war he accepted a position as teacher in the Baldwin Schools remaining there for nine years. For many years he was engaged in the mercantile interests of Maquoketa, being employed in the C. M. Sanborn store. On the third of July, 1870, he was united in marriage to Miss Marian L. Crane of Maquoketa and they spent their entire married life in this city. Mr. Reel was an honored member of Peerless Lodge No. 60, Knights of Pythias; Ben Meer Temple No. 12, D. O. K. K.; and A. W. Dripps Post No. 74, Grand Army of the Republic, of which he served as senior vice-commander. He was held in the highest confidence by all who knew him and had gained the admiration and good will of his comrades in arms. Besides the wife, one son, Asa D. Reel, survives, also the following brothers and sisters: John of Los Angeles, Wilbur W. of Maquoketa, Mrs. George Chase of Onslow, Miss Laura Reel of Ohio, and Miss Bianca Reel of Maquoketa. Funeral services will be held from the home this afternoon at four o'clock, Dr. J. G. Morgan will officiate. Interment will be made in Mt. Hope Cemetery. [Maquoketa Excelsior-Record, Published September 27, 1918] Return to Obit Index David Robinson David Robinson, an old settler and prominent farmer, living near Spring Brook, this county, died of lung troubles on the 14th inst., aged 65 years. The deceased came to this county in 1854, and was a highly esteemed citizen. He leaves a wife and five grown children to mourn his loss, one son and four daughters. The son, Samuel Robinson resides in Ford County, Kansas, while two of his daughters, Mrs. Sarah Alexander and Mrs. Maria Smith, still reside in this county. One of the other two daughters, Mrs. Mary Titus, resides in Cass County, this state, and the other one, Mrs. Frances Titus, lives in Burke County, Nebraska. [Bellevue Leader, Bellevue, Iowa, Published October 28, 1886] Return to Obit Index Malissa Mann Sagers A NOBLE WOMAN PASSES Mrs. Malissa Sagers, A Resident of County for Over Fifty Years, Dies at Iron Hill Mrs. Malissa Mann Sagers, a resident of Jackson County for more than a half a century, passed away at her home in Iron Hill, Iowa, on Sunday morning at six o'clock. Mrs. Sagers was born in Delaware County, Ohio, on August 16, 1835, and died at Iron Hill, on October 6, 1918, at the age of 83 years, 1 month, and 20 days. Most of her early life was spent on the farm in Ohio and on April 20, 1854, near Columbus, Ohio, she was united in marriage to John Sagers. Soon after their marriage they came to Iowa and settled in Iron Hill, where both resided until their death. Mr. Sagers passed away on April 5, 1895. In early life Mrs. Sagers converted to the Christian faith and on September 16, 1863, she and her husband became members of the Methodist-Episcopal Church, which membership continued until the time of her death. Her husband was for many years a preacher in the Methodist Church and their home was always headquarters for Christian work in their community. Grandma Sagers, as she has been familiarly known to all the country round, for many years, enjoyed the respect and love of an unusually wide circle of friends and relatives. She lived to see wonderful developments from the pioneer days in Jackson County to the present and it may well be said of her "She has fought a good fight, she has finished the course, she has kept the faith." Five children were born to Mr. and Mrs. Sagers: Lucy E., who died in infancy, Frank, who died May 28, 1914, Mrs. George Hute and John W. Sagers of Iron Hill and Mrs. E. R. Stoddard of Maquoketa. Besides her three surviving children she leaves 21 grandchildren and 16 great grandchildren. Funeral services will be held this afternoon at two o'clock from the Iron Hill Church, Rev. J. J. Kidder officiating. Interment will be made in Iron Hill Cemetery. [Maquoketa Excelsior-Record, Published October 8, 1918] Return to Obit Index Staff Sgt. Ronald Sagers Staff Sergeant Ronald Sagers Killed In Cambodia Staff Sergeant Ronald Sagers, 25, son of Mr. and Mrs. Hugo Sagers of Route 1, Maquoketa, was killed Friday in Cambodia. His parents and his wife of slightly over a year, Mrs. Lynne Buell Sagers of Dubuque, were notified by the Defense Department Monday that Sgt. Sagers had been killed in hostile action last Friday while on a mission in the Fishhook region of Cambodia. Sgt. Sagers was with the First Air Cavalry Division, and was among the first U. S. troops to enter Cambodia on May 1. A 1964 graduate of Maquoketa Community High School, he was a star athlete, outstanding wrestler, served as class officer, student council member and was active in vocal music. He graduated in 1968 from the University of Dubuque where he lettered in wrestling for four years. He was a member of the Atheneaen Fraternity. Prior to being drafted in October of 1968, Sgt. Sagers held a management trainee position in a Dubuque shopping center. Sgt. Sagers went to Vietnam in November, 1969. Scheduled for discharge in October 1970, he was eligible for Rest and Recreation in early June. Surviving are his wife Lynne, a senior at Wisconsin State University at Platteville, his parents, one brother, Larry of Maquoketa, his grandmother, Mrs. Eddie Sagers of Maquoketa, three nieces and one nephew. Funeral arrangements are pending at Carsons Funeral Home in Maquoketa. [Jackson Sentinel, Published May 28, 1970, submitted by Ken Wright] Return to Obit Index Albert Scholl Services for Mr. Albert Scholl, 88, of 115 North Jones Avenue, who died Tuesday morning at the Jackson County Public Hospital, will be held on Friday at 10 a.m. at Haylock O'Hara Funeral Home with Rev. Robert Palen of Sacred Heart Catholic Church officiating. Burial will be in Mt. Hope Cemetery. Friends may call after 2 p.m. 2 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Albert Scholl was born December 21, 1884 in Maquoketa, where he lived his entire life. His parents were John H. and Hannah Reiter Scholl. On November 3, 1920, he married Aileen Weber in Maquoketa. He was in the shoe business which specialized in orthopedic shoes. He was a 50 year member of the Odd Fellows, I. O. O. F. and a 50 year member of the Knights of Pythias. He is survived by his wife, Aileen; one daughter, Mrs. Marvin (Kathryn) Junk of San Bernadino, California; three sons, John and Chales of Maquoketa, and Dr. Robert Scholl of Cedar Rapids; ten grandchildren; two great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents and two sisters. [Jackson Sentinel, Maquoketa, Iowa, Published August 9, 1973] Return to Obit Index Barbara Ann Scholl Mrs. Jas. D. Scholl passed out at her home north of this city Sunday Aug, 20, 1899. Barbara Ann Weasner was born Nov. 8, 1830, in Berks County, Pennsylvania, where she was married to Jas. D. Scholl July 14, 1849. In 1854 they came to Iowa and settled in Maquoketa, where they remained until February, 1867, removing to a farm three miles north of this city, and where they have since resided. Seven children were born of this union: George F., John H., Emma C., wife of Jas. W. Kennedy, James L., Adeline T., wife of Scott Brady, William A. and Ida M., who preceded her mother March 10, 1867. Mrs. Scholl was a great sufferer for the past year, during which time the end was almost daily expected. She was a kind and loving wife and mother, and will be greatly missed by those who remain to mourn the loss. The funera;l services will be conducted by Rev. Henry Clark at the Baptist Church at 10:30 a.m. today, Wednesday August 23rd. The remains will be laid to rest in Mt. Hope Cemetery. [Maquoketa Record, Published August 23, 1899, submitted by Ken Wright] Return to Obit Index John H. Scholl AUTHOR JOHN H. SCHOLL DIES John Scholl, a colorful personality and writer who worked for several newspapers and wrote a novel based on Maquoketa, died Wednesday, May 11, 1988, in San Diego, California. He was 65 years of age. A Maquoketa native, Scholl worked for the Stars & Stripes newspaper in Europe during World War II. After the war he worked briefly as editor of the Maquoketa Community Press, then owned by John Robinson, and shortly afterward for the competing Jackson Sentinel under Carlyle Brown. He again worked for the Sentinel and Press selling advertising during the mid-1950s, after the newspapers were sold to Robert Melvold and merged to a twin-weekly operation. Interspersed were stints with large metropolitan newspapers, including the Salt Lake City Tribune and Memphis Commercial Appeal. Scholl may be best remembered by longtime Maquoketans as the author of a book titled "The Changing of the Guard," a fictional account of the changes and conflict in a small community brought about by the growth of a major industry and employer in the town. The book, published in 1963 by Simon & Schuster, a major New York publishing house was a thinly veiled portrait of Maquoketa at the time, as viewed by Scholl. The book created controversy in the community as readers linked characters in the book to Maquoketans. Scholl later worked for the Dubuque Telegraph Herald writing feature stories on communities in the tri-state region. While in Maquoketa Scholl also worked as a news correspondent for area daily newspapers. He moved to California several years ago to be near other family members. Services will be held at 10 a.m. Monday at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Maquoketa. [Maquoketa Sentinel-Press, Published May 14, 1988, submitted by Ken Wright] Return to Obit Index John Henry Scholl JOHN H. SCHOLL, 82, MAQUOKETA'S OLDEST BUSINESSMAN, DIES John H. Scholl, 82, a resident of Maquoketa for many years, passed away at 4 o'clock Monday morning, at his home on South Vermont Street, after an illness of several weeks. Mr. Scholl had been in his usual good health and continued to be at his place of business daily until stricken a few weeks ago. John Henry Scholl, son of James D. and Barbara (Weasner) Scholl, was born August 17, 1851, in Berks County, Pennsylvania, and when a small boy came with his parents to Iowa. Most of his life had been spent in Maquoketa, with the exception of four years residence in Oklahoma. On January 2, 1872, he was married to Hannah Reiter at Maquoketa and this union was blessed with three children. Early in life Mr. Scholl had learned the shoemaker trade and for 71 years he continued in this work, and late years had been assisted by his son Albert. His years of labor brought success, but still he was not satisfied to retire, but continued to remain at his place of business on North Main Street, where he had been located for many years, serving his patrons as of yore, until stricken with his last illness. He is survived by his widow and three children, Mrs. A. H. Moravec of Fulton, Mrs. George B. Weeman of Chicago and Albert Scholl of Maquoketa, also several grandchildren. He was the last of his family, one brother, James Scholl died a few years ago and Mrs. Scott Brady died May 11, 1934. Mr. Scholl had been a member of the I. O. O. F. and of the Modern Woodmen lodges for many years and was active in the work of these orders. Funeral services will be held Wednesday at 2:30 o'clock at Harrison's Funeral Home, Rev. H. Dill of the Methodist Church and Rev. C. Edward Holyoke of the Reformed Church in charge of the services. Burial will be in Mt. Hope Cemetery. The Odd Fellows will be in charge of the committal services. [Jackson Sentinel, Published August 7, 1934, submitted by Ken Wright] Return to Obit Index William A. Scholl William A. Scholl, younger brother of John and James Scholl, of Maquoketa, died in a sanitarium at St. Joseph, Missouri, Monday last, of congestion of the brain. William was forty-four years of age and leaves a divorced wife and one daughter, Wilma, who is at present residing with her aunt, Mrs. Charles Burleson of near Nashville. William Scholl was born in Jackson county and was a familiar figure to all the older residents of this city. He was an extensive dealer in artificial diamonds and other precious stones. He was a man of good appearance, ready wit and tongue and he would make his headquarters in some large city, open offices, advertise extensively and soon be in command of a good business. His imitation diamonds met with ready sale and a fortune was accrued by Mr. Scholl, but which he was unable to keep. He was an optimist of a high degree and a very liberal spender of money and thru these faults perhaps he was taken sick and entered the sanitarium a physical wreck. Albert Scholl left for St. Joseph Monday night and returned with the remains Wednesday noon. The funeral was held from Harrison's undertaking parlors at ten o'clock Thursday with prayer at the grave in Mt. Hope by Rev. Dairyrymple of the First Methodist Church. [Maquoketa Excelsior-Record, Published Dec. 8, 1911, submitted by Ken Wright] Return to Obit Index Davis Schultz The entire community of Zwingle was shocked Saturday morning when the report was circulated that David Schultz has committed suicide and his dead body had been found hanging in the barn. Three brothers and one sister had been living together and two weeks ago another one of the boys, Nicholas, was found dead in the barn and the coroner's jury brought in a verdict of accidental death by shooting. It was thought that in some manner after returning from hunting, in going thru the barn, the gun had been accidentally discharged and caused his death. This occurred on Saturday, two weeks before the last tragedy occurred. This left David, Dan and Anna at home and it is said that David brooded over the death of his brother to the extent that his mind became unbalanced and he took his own life. Saturday night was a stormy one and David retired as usual, and during the storm his sister went around to see that all the windows were closed during the storm. When she went into David's room she found him gone. A search was made of the entire place and about four o'clock in the morning, Miss Hinkey, who is living at the home, found him hanging in the barn, where he had decided to end it all. The unfortunate man was 55 years old and leaves one brother, Daniel and and two sisters, Anna and Mrs. Elizabeth Kitterick. The funeral was held from the German Lutheran Church at 11 o'clock Wednesday morning at Zwingle, Rev. Newgaard officiating. [Maquoketa Excelsior-Record, Maquoketa, Iowa, Published March 15, 1918] Return to Obit Index Henry Schultz SABULA MAYOR HENRY SCHULTZ DIES SUDDENLY Mayor Henry Schultz died suddenly at his home in this city at two o'clock Tuesday afternoon, death being attributed to heart failure. He had gone outside to cut down a small tree and was discovered lying there by a neighbor shortly afterwards. Mr. Schultz appeared to be in excellent health during the day, having done little odd jobs about the home, and his death came as a great shock to the relatives and many friends. He was 72 years of age at the time he passed away. Mayor Schultz has been untiring in his efforts for the betterment of the community and his passing will be deeply felt by all. He had been mayor of Sabula for many years and it was mainly through his efforts that the electric light system was secured for the city. [Maquoketa Excelsior-Record, Published December 3, 1918] - - - - - - - - - - Sabula-- Henry Schultz was born December 5, 1846, in Schleswig, Germany. He came to America in 1865, and spent one year in Davenport, after which he worked on his father's farm near Green Island. He was married in 1871 and began farming for himself the same year. He was instrumental in the creation of the Congregational Church at Green Island, becoming a member of that church at that time and has been a follower ever since. He retired and moved to Sabula in 1901 at the age of 55 years. He joined the Masonic Lodge soon after moving to this city. He joined the DeMolay Consistory in Clinton in 1908, and was a member of the Mystic Shrine in Davenport. He was chairman of the school board for many years and served five terms as mayor of this city. Nine children were born, two of whom died in infancy. Mr. Schultz is survived by his wife and three sons, Will of Maquoketa, Marx of Clinton, and August of Wessington, South Dakota, and four daughters, Mrs. Fred Orr of Maquoketa, Mrs. F. H. Krabbenhoft of Green Island, Alma at home and Mrs. Charles Reynard and two brothers, P. H. of Wessington, South Dakota, and Rev. F. Schultz, pastor of the Methodist church of Woodbine, Iowa. [Maquoketa Excelsior-Record, Published December 6, 1918, submitted by Ken Wright] Return to Obit Index Clement Shanahan Clement Shanahan Dies At Great Lakes Naval Training Station Word was received by Thomas Shanahan, of Bernard, that his son, Clement Shanahan, had died at the Great Lakes Naval Training Station of pneumonia. Only the day before a talk over the telephone with those in charge of his case left the impression that he was not in serious condition, when the next day he was reported dead. The same day, Mrs. Margaret Woods of Maquoketa, received word that her son, Allen Woods, died of pneumonia at the same place. [Maquoketa Excelsior-Record, Published September 20, 1918] Clem Shanahan Died--Clem Shanahan was 22 years old, the eldest son of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Shanahan, who reside in the west side of Otter Creek township. He is survived by his parents, three sisters and two brothers. His funeral was held from the home on Saturday to South Garry Owen church, where services were conducted by the home pastor, assisted by Revs. Coffee and Rooney, of Manchester, who preached an eloquent sermon on the sacrifice our brave boys are making in the defense of our country. The church was filled with friends who came to pay their last tribute of respect to their young friend. The K. C. and C. O. of Foresters marched as an escort, Mr. Shanahan being a member of both orders. Eight cousins of the deceased acted as casket bearers. The casket being carried with a flag a silent emblem of what this young man had laid down his life for. [Maquoketa Excelsior-Record, Published September 27, 1918, submitted by Ken Wright] Return to Obit Index Joseph Marion Shinkle Joseph Marion Shinkle, unmarried, passed away Sunday morning at 11:30 o'clock at the home of his brother, Ira Shinkle. Mr. Shinkle was born in Clinton county, and the greater part of his life has been spent in this vicinity. For two years he operated the feed barn where Mr. John Burrows is now located. He had been in ill health for more than two years, yet his death came as somewhat of a shock. He is survived by one brother, Ira. Funeral service was held this Wednesday afternoon from the Free Methodist Church, Rev. Dickson officiated. [Maquoketa Excelsior-Record, Published Nov. 18, 1918, submitted by Ken Wright] Return to Obit Index George Sizer George Sizer was born at Ashby, near Great Grimsby, England, January 6, 1838. His mother died when he was 5 years old and his father died when he was 10. He was cared for by his aunt Mrs. John Barker, and in 1851 came to America with his aunt and uncle and from that time has lived in this vicinity. He enlisted in Company A, 24th regiment, Iowa Volunteer Infantry on August 19, 1862. He served three years and received an honorable discharge at the close of the war. On November 29, 1865, he was united in marriage with Thamer E. Bates, at DeWitt, Clinton County, Iowa. The new home was established on a farm about 5 miles southwest of Miles. After living there three years the family moved to Paris, Linn County, Iowa, where they lived for six years, until Mr. Sizer's health gave way, making it impossible for him to farm longer. In 1875, they moved to Miles, where he resided until his death. Of the nine children given into the home, one died in infancy, two, Robert M. and Edwin A., died in March, 1877, and the remaining six are all living and were present at the funeral. They are Mrs. Blanche Allen, of Miles; William R., of Corwith, Iowa; Lewellyn E. and Roy L., of Sabula; Harry and Alice at home. Mr. Sizer was converted under the preaching of the Rev. Rufus Ricker, in January, 1873, at Paris, Iowa. He united with the Methodist Episcopal Church, and remained a member until death. The funeral services were held Sunday afternoon at 2 o'clock, and were under the direction of Alf. Schofield Post, Grand Army of the Republic, of which the deceased was an honored member. The G. A. R. Post acted as escort. The pall bearers were members of Sons of Veterans. They were: Charles Denick, Will Wilson, Harry Miles, Albert Howard, Arta Kellogg and F. E. Tripp. At the grave impressive ceremonies of the G. A. R. were given, concluding with the solemn taps of the U. S. Army. [Preston Times, Preston, Iowa, Published April 20, 1906, submitted by Ken Wright] Return to Obit Index Byron Spencer The sad news was received here last Friday by Mr. and Mrs. James Spencer announcing the death of their son, Bryon Spencer, at a hospital in England. Bryon was called with the bunch from here August 26th. He was not in camp long before the sad news came announcing his death. No details have been received as yet other than the fact that he is dead. Mr. and Mrs. Spencer have the sympathy of the entire community who join with them in their great loss. Byron is well and favorably known here, having lived here for some time with his brother and his parents and he was always willing and eager to do all he could to assist in any public benefits no matter what the nature of them would be. When he left our little city a few weeks ago he bade us all good by with his good natured smile and little we thought that was his last farewell. We hope to have more particular and further details a little later. Miles Reporter. [Maquoketa Excelsior-Record, Published November 8, 1918, submitted by Ken Wright] Return to Obit Index Vernon Staples Vernon Staples Killed in Action in France Sabula friends were sorry to learn of the death of Vernon Staples of Clinton in France on October 25, 1918. He was formerly a Sabula boy and has been serving his country for the past six months. The young man was well known in Sabula and was well liked and his passing will be deeply felt by his many friends. [Maquoketa Excelsior-Record, Published December 20, 1918, submitted by Ken Wright] Return to Obit Index Teeple Child Mr. John Teeple, who lives eight miles west, lost a son on Sunday last, aged eleven years and two months, from the effects of a rattlesnake bite. It appears the boy was in company with his mother and several others, picking blackberries, when they were attracted by his screams, and upon repairing to where he was, they found that he had been bitten in the ankle. Every remedy was applied, but to no effect; he died on Sunday last, after suffering most excruciating pain. [History of Jackson County, Iowa, Vol. I, page 646, 1910, J. W. Ellis] Return to Obit Index Frederick von Schrader Frederick von Schrader Dies of Spanish Influenza While Serving In Navy Another life has been placed on the altar of sacrifice and God has chosen for his great heavenly army, one of America's most noble volunteers, and one of Maquoketa's most dearly beloved young men, Frederick von Schrader, son of Mr. and Mrs. Charles von Schrader of this city. How very applicable is that portion of scripture which reads, "In the midst of life we are in death." This young man, a picture of health and happiness, who many months ago enlisted in the U. S. Navy enjoyed a visit with home loved ones just four weeks ago last Sunday, the day he passed away. Had he lived he would have spent the past week end at home before being transferred from the Great Lakes Naval Training Station into the Armed Guards, but it was not to be-the plans were changed by an All Wise God, who has seen fit to claim him for his chosen army, and he has entered the ranks ever to battle for the good of mankind. Our hearts are filled with grief and at the same time with a firm determination to make safe those treasures for which this young man, and countless others, has been so willing to make the supreme sacrifice. In our last issue we mentioned his illness and stated that the mother had been called to his bedside. At that time, he had been battling for four days with that dread epidemic Spanish Influenza, pneumonia developed, and Sunday, just as the dawn was giving promise of another glorious day, he entered into that sweet sleep. Perhaps he was better known throughout this country than most young men of his years, for, in high school he was a star athlete and thus gained prominence and upon his graduation, he entered the First National Bank of this city, in which position, also, he made many additional friends. We who knew him well, felt that life held for him, great possibilities. He was a young man of the highest ideals and there is comfort in the thought that, while he lived he helped to make the world more beautiful, for his influence was real and it was always for good. Besides the parents, three sisters and one brother survive: Mrs. Melvin Joiner of this city, Mrs. Fred Blythe of Williamsburg, Rosamond and Burr of this city. The body arrived here yesterday morning and services will be held this afternoon at three o'clock from the home. Dr. J. G. Morgan officiating. Interment will be made in Mt. Hope Cemetery. [Maquoketa Excelsior-Record, Published October 1, 1918] Return to Obit Index Joseph Osburn Wentworth Joseph Osburn Wentworth died at his home in Fairfield township, Jackson County, Iowa, July 26, 1909. He was born in Tompkins County, New York, September 27, 1830 and came to Iowa in 1852. He was married to Euphema Blair, January 1st, 1855. After residing in Van Buren Township some two years he moved to the Fairfield township to the present home where he has since resided. There were born to them five children. Clara, their first born died in early childhood; Sarah, now the wife of Murray Eaton of Maquoketa township; William W. residing in Fairfield township at the home; Lewis residing in Franklin county, Nebraska; Callie, wife of George W. Wheaton, also residing in Franklin county, Nebraska. Mr. Wentworth was not a member of any church, but was always ready to assist any organization whose teachings would benefit his fellow man. Politically he was a democrat always lending his influence to the cause of democracy. In all his dealings and transactions he aimed to be honest and if a mistake was made it was of the head and not the heart. His children were all at home to nurse him in sickness and no father had better care, more loving children than he did or that tried harder to keep him more than they did. But his time had come, his Heavenly Father called him home. He belonged to a family of ten, all previously called to Heaven to welcome him except one sister, Mrs. Nancy Hart, residing in Texas.The 3rd day of July, 1908, his loving wife was called home. The funeral was held at the home, services conducted by the Rev. McCorkle of Preston, whose kind words were well received by the mourning friends. After the service the remains were laid to rest in the Van Buren cemetery by the side of his wife and child. [Jackson Sentinel, Maquoketa, Iowa, Published August 5, 1909, submitted by Ken Wright] Return to Obit Index Rev. Whiting Rev. Whiting, who for two years was pastor of the Congregational Church of Bellevue, about seven years ago, died at DeWitt, Iowa, a week ago last Wednesday of lung fever. His reverence had many friends in Bellevue, who will regret to learn of his untimely death. Rev. Whiting was a young man, of more than ordinary ability, which made him a vigorous speaker. His ways were a little peculiar, but his honest object was to do good, and we believe the world is better for his efforts in the cause of morality. He was taken to his old home in Illinois for burial. Rev. Whiting leaves a wife and two children to mourn his loss. [Bellevue Leader, Bellevue, Iowa, Published January 17, 1877] Return to Obit Index Private Menzo Widel Menzo Widel Killed in Action Friday a telegram informed Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Currie that their nephew, Private Menzo Widel was killed in action, September 17th while serving in Company I, 358th Infantry. Menzo went into the Army last April at Camp Dodge. He was soon sent to a Texas camp where in about five weeks he left for the east and crossed the ocean. He was very anxious to serve his country as soon and as best he could. So we mourn one more young life who has given all for his country. [Maquoketa Excelsior-Record, Maquoketa, Iowa, Published October 18, 1918] Return to Obit Index Reasen Willison Died very suddenly of heart disease, on Friday evening, May 19, 1893, Reasen Willison, aged 70 years, at his residence in Brandon township, Jackson county, Iowa. Deceased was born in Hartford, Licking county, Ohio, in 1823, came west when a young man and settled in Brandon township, where he resided up to the time of his death. He was married in 1860 to Miss Sarah Hogle. The fruits of his marriage were eight children, who with an aged and feeble mother, survive and mourn his loss. His sudden and unexpected death has cast a gloom of sadness over the entire community. He was a loving and affectionate husband, a kind neighbor and highly respected by all who knew him. The funeral services were held at the home Sunday at 11 o'clock, conducted by Rev. Mr. Wright of Andrew. A large turnout of one hundred and eight teams being counted at the house. His remains were sealed in a beautiful casket and interred in the Canton cemetery and were followed to their last resting place by a large number of relatives and friends [Jackson Sentinel, Published June 8, 1893, submitted by Ken Wright] Return to Obit Index John B. Wilmes John B. Wilmes Dies In Service Again, this community is called upon to surrender one of her fine young men, John B. Wilmes, who passed away Sunday evening at six o'clock at the hospital in Ames where he had been suffering for the past ten days with that dread malady, Spanish influenza. This young man who volunteered his services to his country and enlisted in the Engineering Corps, left here on August 15th, for Ames where he has since been stationed. He is the only son of Mrs. Catherine Wilmes of Cottonville, and had only recently graduated from the Kansas City Automobile School. The mother and sister, Miss Clara, left Friday for Ames, in response to a message saying he was critically ill, and were able to be with him several hours before the final summons came. Besides the grief stricken mother and sister, Clara, one sister, Mrs. Henry Manderscheid of Andrew survives. The body arrived here this forenoon and the funeral services will be held tomorrow at LaMotte, Father Friedman will have charge of services and the Knights of Columbus will have charge of the services at the grave. Interment will be made at the Holy Rosary Catholic Cemetery at LaMotte. [Maquoketa Excelsior-Record, Published October 15, 1918, submitted by Ken Wright] Return to Obit Index Allen Woods Allen Woods Dies At Great Lakes Naval Training Station Word was received in this city by Mrs. Margaret Woods, on Wednesday, that her son, Allen Woods, who had been at the Great Lakes Naval Station for the past several weeks, was dead. In the last issue of this paper it was stated that Allen Woods was seriously ill with pneumonia and that his brother, Clyde, had gone there to see him. When the brother arrived he was not allowed to see him because of his serious condition and he went home the middle of the week. It was a great blow to his relatives and his many friends, for we had all known him only as a fine specimen of manhood and perfect health, and this sudden taking away of one who had so recently left us to prepare for doing his duty to the world in this great conflict is a shock to all this part of the county. Allen Woods, who was the youngest son of Mrs. Margaret Woods, was born on the home farm north of Maquoketa on September 11, 1890. Here he grew to young manhood and received his early education in the country schools. His father, Benjamin Woods, passed away fifteen years ago, and since the death of his father, Allen assumed the responsibility of the home and remained on the farm until three years ago when they moved to the city where they have since resided. For one year he was county representative of the Watkins Medical Company, continuing in this work until enlisting into the Hospital Corps of the Navy, the latter part of May. Besides the sorrowing mother, the following brothers and sisters survive: Mrs. Eva Packard of Renwick; Mrs. B. B. Fairman, who is enroute home from a trip through the east; Clyd and Henry, of this vicinity; Warren of Arlington, Washington, and Mrs. Olive McPeak of Arricaree, Colorado. The brother, Clyde, left Wednesday afternoon for Chicago and will accompany the body to this city where services will be held. [Maquoketa Excelsior-Record, Maquoketa, Iowa, Published September 20, 1918] Return to Obit Index |
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