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Jackson County, Iowa Obituaries Page 7Nathan M. Balch NATHAN M. BALCH DIES AT THE AGE OF 83 After a very brief illness, Nathan M. Balch, for many years a resident of Jackson County, passed away in his apartments in the von Schrader flats about six o'clock Saturday evening. Death was due to the infirmities of old age. Mr. Balch was around town a few days before attacked by his last illness and while he complained of not feeling well, did not think his condition in anywise serious. For many years he had been about town, always jovial and friendly, enjoying the companionship of old friends with whom he could recall the old times and incidents. Deceased was born in Potsdam, New York, December 25, 1835 and when a young man came to Iowa and Jackson county, settling in the vicinity of Baldwin, where he engaged in farming and later was engaged in the livery business. After retiring from the livery business, he and his wife came to Maquoketa, making their home on Arcade Street until the death of Mrs. Balch several years ago. Since that time Mr. Balch had been living alone. He followed the business of auctioneering for several years after coming to this city and was very successful along this line of work. The remains, accompanied by Mr. and Mrs. B. C. Collins, old friends of the deceased, were taken on Monday morning to his old home at Potsdam, where funeral services will be held and the remains laid beside those of his wife. [Jackson Sentinel, Published November 27, 1917, submitted by Ken Wright] Return to Obit Index Joseph Beck Joseph Beck, was born in Polo, Bohemia, May 20, 1820, and died in Baldwin, Iowa, March 28, 1889. The funeral was held in the M. E. Church, Baldwin, March 29, Rev. J. R. A. Hanner preaching the sermon and the remains were laid to rest in the Catholic Cemetery. [Jackson Sentinel, Published April 4, 1889, submitted by Ken Wright] Return to Obit Index Bennie Becker Mr. and Mrs. John Becker, living north of Bellevue, mourn the loss of their little two year old son, Bennie, who died last Thursday from cholera infantum. [Jackson Sentinel, Published September 6, 1900, submitted by Ken Wright] Return to Obit Index Marie (Marvin) Machek Belcher DEATH OF MRS. BELCHER Marie Marvin was born in Bohemia, March 24, 1836. On May 17, 1854, she was married to Joseph Machek, with whom she came to America in 1857, and settled in Monmouth, Iowa, where she lived until the time of her death on October 12, 1901. On June 30, 1875, she united in marriage to W. J. Belcher. To them were born three children, one dying in infancy, while two daughters, with their aged father, are left to mourn the loss of a loving mother. The funeral took place from the M. E. church, Monday, October 15, 1901, with interment in the Monmouth cemetery, Rev. W. M. Leiser officiating. The husband and daughters wish to thank the friends and neighbors who so kindly assisted them during their sad bereavement. [Maquoketa Excelsior, Maquoketa, Iowa, Published October 25, 1901] Return to Obit Index Jefferson B. Bentley MUSTERED OUT Jefferson Bentley, aged 70 years, 10 months, and 11 days, died April 19, 1901, at the home of his son, Granville Marion, in Maquoketa, early Friday morning of Bright's disease, after an illness lasting five months, during which time his every want was anticipated by his loved ones and nothing left undone which could alleviate his suffering. He was born in Mercer county, Pennsylvania and came to Iowa in 1848, locating near Maquoketa. He married in 1851 Miss Huldah J. Hofius, who bore him eleven children and died May 2, 1888. In 1862 Mr. Bentley responded to the call for soldiers and enlisted as a musician in Company F, 31st Iowa Infantry, serving until the close of the war. About eight years ago he removed to Maquoketa and became a familiar figure upon our street. Of the children, one son and two daughters are dead. The others-Perry, Joseph, Lewis and Bert, all of DeWitt, George, Marilda (now Mrs. A. C. Johnson), and Emma (now Mrs. Chas. Rihad), and Granville Marion, all of this city, were with him at the last. [Maquoketa Excelsior, Published April, 26, 1901, submitted by Ken Wright] Return to Obit Index Mrs. George Benton Funeral of Mrs. George Benton to Be Held Wednesday The remains of the late Mrs. George Benton will arrive this evening from West Side, Iowa, where she passed away Sunday, aged 68 years. Deceased was a former resident of this vicinity, where she lived for many years prior to moving to her late home. She was born near Fairfield, Iowa, and is survived by her husband and three children, Dilman and Effie of West Side and Susan of South Dakota. The body will be taken to the home of her brother - in - law Dilman Benton on South Second street where the funeral will be held Wednesday afternoon at 2 o'clock, Rev. J. J. Kidder officiating. Interment will be at Mt. Hope cemetery, [Jackson Sentinel, Published November 20, 1917, submitted by Ken Wright] Return to Obit Index Alice May (Miller) Blake Mrs. George Blake, Sr., Passes Away Suddenly Sunday, A. M. The community was greatly shocked when the news came that Mrs. George Blake, Sr., had passed away about 8:40 o'clock that morning, death occurring while she was sitting in a chair in her home 2 1/2 miles west of this city. Only an hour previous to her death she had partaken breakfast and was discussing the advisability of attending church services. Mrs. Blake was in town shipping Saturday and seemed to be in usual health. Mrs. Blake was a good Christian woman, a loving mother, a devoted wife and a true friend, and her passing be deeply mourned by a host of friends, among whom she ever willingly scattered assistance and good cheer in time of trouble. Her maiden name was Alice Mae Miller, born in Cedar County, Iowa, May 16, 1863. Her parents were among the very earliest settlers in the state. She grew to young womanhood on the farm near Wilton Junction and on July 2, 1881, was united in marriage to George W. Blake, who with three children and one brother survive. The children left to mourn the loss of a kind mother are George F., Harry C., and Fred N., all of near Maquoketa, the brother George A. Miller of Sheldon, Iowa. For nearly forty years Mrs. Blake had been a faithful member of the Methodist Episcopel Church and will be greatly missed in the various departments of the church in which she was always deeply interested. The funeral was held from the late home this Tuesday afternoon at 2:30 o'clock, Rev. J. J. Kidder officiating. Interment was made in Mt. Hope Cemetery. [Jackson Sentinel, Published December 4, 1917, submitted by Ken Wright] Return to Obit Index Homer Upton Bowman Homer Upton Bowman, the son of Henry and Adrian Bowman was born in Maquoketa, Iowa, May 30, 1872. In 1892 the family moved to a farm near Oxford Junction, Jones county, and the next year became permanently located on a farm near Hale, Jones county. Homer was converted to God in 1895 and joined the Methodist Episcopal Church in Hale, remaining a faithful member to the last. His mother died in October, 1896, and in February, 1899, his father followed her to the better land. After this the young man worked in different places spending the last year with his brother, H. S. Bowman working for him on the farm west of the Fairview Church. The first of March last he went to Eleanor to learn telegraphy of his brother who is agent for the C. & N. W. railway at that place. Last Saturday he came back for a short visit with relatives and the lady who was to have been his wife. On Thursday last while spending the afternoon fishing in the Cedar River at Kelsey's Bend he went into the water for a swim and was taken with cramps and was drowned. The body remained in the water from 3 o'clock in the afternoon till midnight when it was recovered. The funeral service was held at the Fairview Church on Saturday afternoon at 1 o'clock, the services being in charge of the pastor, S. C. Bretnall and the remains were taken to Hale, Iowa, and interred in the family lot under the charge of the Modern Woodman of America of which order Mr. Bowman was a member. Four brothers and one sister remain to mourn for him. Howard E. and Anna of Iowa City, Hamilton W. of Hale, Hubert S. of Fairview near this city, and Heber C. of Eleanor. [Cedar Rapids Republican, reprinted in the Maquoketa Excelsior, Maquoketa, Iowa, Published June 28, 1901, Return to Obit Index Adaline (Scholl) Brady Mrs. Scott Brady Passes Away Friday; Rites Held Sunday Funeral services were held Sunday afternoon at the Harrison Funeral Home for Mrs. W. S. Brady who passed away at the family home at 206 N. Fifth St. Friday morning, May 11, 1934, after an illness of eight weeks, having reached the age of 74 years, 10 months, and 9 days. Rev. D.E. Killoren had charge of the service. Adaline Tressia Scholl was born in Maquoketa July 2, 1859, and grew to womanhood in this community. On February 23, 1880, she was united in marriage to William Scott Brady, and to this union were born three children: Mrs. Barbara Parkinson of Willow City, N. D., Lebo E. Brady of Mitchell, S. D., and Mrs. Blanche Mae York of Plankinton, South Dakota. With her husband she lived on a farm near Elwood for two years. They also lived in South Dakota for a short time, but most of her life was lived in and near Maquoketa. Besides the husband, three children, six grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren, she leaves to mourn one brother, John H. Scholl of Maquoketa. Two most beloved grandchildren Juraldine and Mary Adaline York preceded her in death. [Jackson Sentinel, Published Tuesday, May 15, 1934, submitted by Kelli Wilslef] Return to Obit Index Lydia Brewster Mrs. Lydia Brewster, an old lady aged seventy-four, who lived with her daughter in the first ward, near Green Bay Lumber Co.'s office, died yesterday morning at half past seven from dropsy and heart failure, The funeral was held at the house yesterday afternoon at 4 p.m., Rev. G. C. Chandler officiating. Interment was at Mt. Hope Cemetery. [Maquoketa Excelsior, Published June 21, 1901, submitted by Ken Wright] Return to Obit Index Ira Brown Baldwin - On August 6, 1891, when he was 18 months of age, his father died, thus Ira was left in babyhood to the loving care of his devoted mother, whom he in turn came to cherish very tenderly, being her constant companion and comfort as long as he lived. He was eligible to the Order of the Sons of the American Revolution. His great - great - grandfather was an officer in the Revolutionary War. In the recent war Ira was ambitious to join the United States Army and serve his country, and when the draft call came to him, though he was the only companion and support of his mother, he waived all exemption and went to Camp Dodge, where he was honorably discharged, being rejected on account of defective hearing. However he stayed in Camp Dodge four weeks and after returning home he remained subject to the call of his country. It was one of the greatest disappointments of his life that he could not go overseas and assist in defending the flag of his country. During the time of his fatal illness he said "Some people are Americans and some are not, but I am glad to say I am." During the last of November he contracted the dreaded influenza which developed into pneumonia and after an illness of twelve days, he passed away at the home of his mother. He leaves to mourn his loss his mother of Baldwin; three brothers, Roger William of Baldwin, Chas. Steer of Monmouth, Iowa and Arthur of Baldwin, Iowa; five nephews and three nieces, two aunts and an uncle on his father's side, Mrs. Lyra Olin of Joliet, Illinois, Mrs. Virginia Mathew of Denver, Colorado, and his father's brother, Paul Brown; two aunts and an uncle on his mother's side - Mrs. Mary Battles of Eaton, Colorado, and Mr. Fred Oberfell of Baldwin, Iowa; many cousins and other relatives and scores of friends. Private funeral services were held at the home of his mother on Sunday, Rev. John Dawson of the M. E. Church officiated. Interment was made at the Pence Cemetery. [Maquoketa Excelsior - Record, Published December 10, 1918, submitted by Ken Wright] Return to Obit Index Ruth (Seelye) Burleson At 3:15 o'clock Monday morning, July 8, 1901, there passed away at her home near Nashville, Mrs. Frank D. Burleson, of complications of many years standing. The announcement of her death was welcome news to those who knew her as no one could wish to prolong her life. For fifteen years she had been a confirmed invalid and suffered constantly during that time excruciating torture, which no power on earth was able to alleviate. Loving relatives and a host of friends were always ready to do all they could, but their kindly ministrations were all in vain. Throughout all her sufferings she retained the sweet disposition which endeared her to all. During the last seven weeks she had been confined to her bed and it was apparent that her end was near. Surrounded by her loved ones she sank peacefully to sleep at the time above to join those who have preceded her to the better land. Ruth Seelye, the eldest daughter of late George and Cornelia Seelye, was born at Glens Falls, New York, April 7, 1858, and came west with her parents about thirty-two years ago. They settled on a farm about four miles west of Maquoketa, where, on October 6, 1883, Ruth became the wife of Frank D. Burleson. One child was the fruit of their union, it dying in infancy. Her father died in 1870 and her mother in 1894. Her only brother died about ten years ago. There are left to mourn her death, beside the devoted husband, two loving sisters-Mrs. L. L. Black and Mrs. Frank H. Wilson, both of Maquoketa. Funeral services, conducted by Rev. Boomershine, were held at the Buckhorn church this afternoon at 2:30, with interment in the family lot nearby. A large concourse of neighbors and friends were in attendance to perform the last sad rites for one who was universally beloved. [Maquoketa Excelsior, Maquoketa, Iowa, Published July 12, 1901, submitted by Ken Wright] Return to Obit Index Douglas J. Burris DOUGLAS J. BURRIS, 46, DIES SATURDAY Douglas J. Burris, 46, prominent Maquoketa attorney, died of a heart attack at the Jackson County Hospital late Saturday evening October 20th. Mr. Burris had been hospitalized for heart trouble during a portion of the summer and had been convalescing at home in recent weeks.. He had served as Jackson County Attorney during the two terms from 1963 through 1966 and had been active in Democratic politics. In 1971 he was one of the two nominees of the Seventh Judicial District proposed to Governor Robert Ray for appointment as a judge in the district court. He had been admitted to practice before both the Iowa and United States Supreme Courts. In addition Mr. Burris had been active in numerous community affairs, including the Lions Club projects, Girl Scouts and Chamber of Commerce. He was a graduate of the Maquoketa High School, received his bachelor's degree at Bradley University and graduated from the University Law School. He was also a U. S. Navy veteran of World War II. Services for Mr. Burris will be had on Tuesday commencing at 10:00 A. M. at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Maquoketa, with the Rev. Robert Palen officiating. Burial will be in the Sacred Heart Cemetery. Visitation for friends was scheduled after 2 p.m. Monday at Haylock - O'Hara Funeral Home. Vigil service was set at 8 p.m. Monday Mr. Burris was born July 22, 1927, in Maquoketa, the son of Carlos J. and Louise Richert Burris. He was married to Patricia Honsa at Moline Sacred Heart Church on May 21, 1955. He is survived by his wife, by two daughters, Luanne and Tamara, and by one son, Douglas II, all at home, and by his mother, Louise. The family requests that memorials be given to the Heart Fund. [Maquoketa Community Press, Published October 23, 1973, submitted by Ken Wright] Return to Obit Index Jesse Busch Jesse, the six year old son of Mr. and Mrs. J. P. Busch, died at the home of his parents last Monday morning at 7:30 o'clock. The boy was taken sick Saturday night and the dreaded bronchial pneumonia caused his death inside of thirty-six hours. All that mortal hands could do was done for the suffering child but to no avail. He was a bright little fellow greatly loved by his teacher, school mates and all who knew him and his death is a sad blow to his parents. The funeral was held Wednesday. [Maquoketa Excelsior, Maquoketa, Iowa, Published December 20, 1901] Return to Obit Index Caddy (Goodenow) Butterworth DAUGHTER OF PROMINENT CLINTON COUNTY PIONEERS DIES Maquoketa and community mourns the loss of another one of its splendid women; a lady whose character, whose loyalty to loved ones and friends, and whose affiliation with high ideals had won for her that admiration and respect which will linger long in the memories of the community. Unpretentious in her good deeds, Mrs. Henry Butterworth showered many kindnesses upon the less fortunate, and while many of these charitable acts were unheralded and unknown to the outside world, there was a constant current of helpfulness going forth from her hand and purse, working good in a quiet, effective way. Although Mrs. Butterworth was identified with no church or fraternal organization, she exercised Christianity continually, practiced fraternity every day of her life and assisted worthy causes along all lines of uplift, regardless of creed or denomination. Especially was Mrs. Butterworth loyal to her parents to whom she devoted her young life, truly reciprocal of the love which they had conferred upon her, and up until they passed away she was by their sides eager to scatter joy and love along the pathway of their declining years. As a daughter, a sister, a wife, a friend Mrs. Butterworth proved to be a woman of true worth, sterling in every act and deed, imbued with a fondness for home and those who lingered there. More stolid than marble; more durable than bronze, will the monument of her life stand forth, emblematic of one of God's greatest works - a noble woman. Mrs. Caddie Goodenow - Butterworth was born in Clinton county south of this city May 5, 1868, on the old homestead farm where her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Royal Goodenow, established their home in the pioneer days. Here she spent her girlhood days, happy as she enjoyed the rural life under the parental roof. On January 10, 1894 she was united in marriage to H. O. Butterworth of this city can their blended lives have been blest with happiness until about a year ago when Mrs. Butterworth's health began to fail. Nothing was left undone that might conquer the affliction, medical skill was tested to its utmost and tender care was lavishly expended, but withal the love and tenderness that could be expended, the Master willed differently and she fell asleep at three o'clock Tuesday afternoon, October 7th, at her home on W. Pleasant street where Mr. and Mrs. Butterworth have resided for several years. Besides her heartbroken husband, she leaves three brothers, M. B. Goodenow of Burwell, Neb., Charles of Wall Lake, Iowa and Bert of Dupree, S. Dak. Also an uncle, Mr. Nathan Sherwood of Waterloo, Ia. The funeral will be held from the late home Friday afternoon at 2:30 o'clock. Dr. J. G. Morgan of the Congregational church officiating. Interment will be made in Mt. Hope cemetery. [Jackson Sentinel, Published October 10, 1919, submitted by Ken Wright] Return to Obit Index David H. Carter On More Old Settler Gone David H. Carter died at his home near Miles, Iowa Township, June 13, 1901. He was born in Wayne County, New York, December 12, 1816. He came to Iowa in June 1936, and located in Iowa Township, Jackson County. A few years later he built a log house. In 1850 he went to California but returned to Iowa and lived on his farm until the day of his death. [Maquoketa Excelsior, Maquoketa, Iowa, Published June 28, 1901, submitted by Ken Wright] Return to Obit Index A. B. Chandler A. B. CHANDLER, 76, IS FOUND DEAD A. B. Chandler, 76, 0f Maquoketa was found dead in his home on East Platt Street Tuesday afternoon. Funeral services for Mr. Chandler will be held from the Carson funeral home here at 1:00 p.m. this (Thursday) afternoon, with burial in Mt. Hope cemetery. The Rev. Howard E. Bell, pastor of the Evangelical and Reformed church will officiate. Born Anno Bommotto Chandler, June 12, 1875, he was married to the former Elvira Struck, who preceded in death. He was in the storage business for many years. [Jackson Sentinel, Published August 30, 1951, submitted by Ken Wright] Return to Obit Index Patsy Cook ANOTHER FATAL AFFRAY AT BELLEVUE Patsy Cook Dies From Injuries Received at the Hands of E. Ellinghouse A rumpus occurred in one of Bellevue's prohibition saloons, known as "Arn's Place." New year's night, about 10 o'clock. E. Ellinghouse, bar tender, was behind the bar at the time when Patsy Cook, who was in a state of intoxication, entered the place and called for a glass of beer. Ellinghouse accepted Cook's nickel, but only drew him a half glass of the amber beverage. Cook demanded the full worth of his money, which was denied. Then one word brought on another, when Ellinghouse struck Cook with a glass, felling him to the floor. Cook then received a kick in the pit of his stomach from Ellinghouse and was dragged out upon the sidewalk, where he lay for half an hour in terrible agony, when he was found by his friends and carried home on a stretcher. Cook at this writing is in a very critical condition, and the doctors say he cannot recover. Ellinghouse is under bonds to await the result of Cook's injuries. LATER - A special from Bellevue to the SENTINEL Monday morning, stated that Cook died that day and that Ellinghouse has been bound over to await the action of the grand jury. [Jackson Sentinel, Published January 9, 1890, submitted by Ken Wright] Return to Obit Index Ira Copp IN MEMORIAM - Ira Copp was born in Hurstville, Iowa, August 27, 1888. His parents moved to Davenport and while living there he enlisted in the United States Navy, May 18, 1906. He had served eleven and one - half years. The last visit he paid here was three years ago this summer, when on furlough. He leaves to mourn his death are his mother, Mrs. Isaac Hibbs, three brothers, Albert, Bert and Elmer, all of Maquoketa, and three sisters, Mrs. Charles Ingram of Cedar Rapids, Mrs. Ernest McClure of Los Angeles, California and Ed Gaines of Alameda, California. [Jackson Sentinel, Published November 2, 1917, Submitted by Ken Wright] Return to Obit Index Margaret G. Cowden COWDEN - In Rock Island, Illinois, on Saturday, May 12, 1877, at 7:30 o'clock, p.m., Mrs. Margaret G. Cowden, beloved wife of Dr. J. W. Cowden, in the 42nd year of her age, of cellular abscess, chronic renal disease, chronic ovarian inflammation, acute diffuse cellular and peritoneal inflammation and acute inflammation of the bowels. Her sufferings were intensely acute and agonizing, and notwithstanding all that the most skillful physicians could prescribe to alleviate her agony, excepting for a brief interval, continued from Thursday in the afternoon until welcome death put an end to her great suffering on Saturday. The physicians who made the post mortem examination, Dr. Eyster of Rock Island and Drs. Peck and Grant of Davenport, were amazed at the remarkable and extraordinary complication of disease from which she had suffered; remarkable and extraordinary, because of her seemingly good health under the insidious encroachment of the disease, she having cheerfully continued in her domestic and household duties without the expression of any of the usual symptoms of complaint until Thursday, when the abscess ruptured and the attack commenced. The deceased was an affectionate wife and mother, a woman brilliant in her many gifts with a warm heart for those she loved-a heart that never paused to calculate either her own interests or pleasure; of rare accomplishments and of a refined, friendly sentiment, in whose expression she found the highest, purest pleasure; a sentiment unselfish, uncalculating, and for which no sacrifice was too great. To those who knew her best those words are but poor justice to her memory. She leaves an invalid husband, six children, a beloved mother, three brothers, two sisters and a large concourse of friends to mourn her loss. The funeral took place from the family residence, 849 Twentieth street, on Monday afternoon. The interment in the Chippianock cemetery. The Episcopal burial service was read at the grave, the Rev. Mr. Jenks, of the Cathedral, Davenport, officiating, assisted by Rev. Mr. Hench of the Broadway church in Rock Island.-Rock Island Argus. [Bellevue Leader, Bellevue, Iowa, Published May 16, 1877, submitted by Ken Wright] Return to Obit Index Bertha Dahling Wednesday, July 24, at 12:30 p.m., at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Joseph Hodowal, occurred the death of Mrs. Bertha Dahling in her 66th year. Mrs. Dahling has been ill for a long time and for the past two months has been confined to bed, and much of the time unable to take nourishment. The first of the week Dr. J. A. Carson, the attending physician considered as a last chance an operation should be performed and Dr. Bowen was called into consultation. On Wednesday morning this was done and about a pint of diseased bile together with 372 gall stones ranging from the size from a large bullet to a buck shot were removed. She came out from the influence of the anesthetic nicely but was too weak to rally and so passed away. Mrs. Dahling was born in Breslau, Germany and emigrated to this country as a young lady, coming to Dubuque where she married George Dahling. Soon after they removed to Maquoketa, where they lived until Mr. Dahling's death about eight years ago. She leaves five children surviving her-Mrs. Joseph Hodowal, Mrs. Vina Broderson and George Dahling of Maquoketa and Mrs. Emma Ebbs and William Dahling, both of whom reside in Sioux City. The funeral occurred this morning at 10 o'clock at the home of Mrs. Hodowal, Rev. F. W. Henry presiding. [Maquoketa Excelsior, Maquoketa, Iowa, Published July 26, 1901] Return to Obit Index Dr. W. H. Davies Dr. W. H. Davies, a well known physician of Rialto, California, died of paralysis of the heart in the barber shop in Court alley yesterday morning. A relentless fate marked the day that had been counted for rejoicing, and turned it into mourning, for his son was to have been married yesterday afternoon at Rialto, and Dr. Davies was at the barber shop looking after his personal appearance, preparatory to attending the ceremony. He came into the city accompanied by Mrs. Davies about 10 o'clock and hitched his horse in front of the Hall of Records, opposite the Sun office on Court street. Directly he went to the shop, and all of the men being at work, he took a chair to await his turn. It was perhaps 10:25 when he sat down and a few minutes later his breathing attracted the attention of the foreman, Sherman Batchlor, who saw instantly that something serious had happened. Dr. Davies' eyes were closed and his head fallen to one side and the men in the shop hurriedly laid him on the floor, with the temporary pillow under his head and physicians were sent for. But he expired immediately and before Dr. Mackechnie and Dr.Colliver could reach the place from their offices in the city hall building he was dead. His body by direction of Coroner Thompson, was removed to Aldridge's undertaking parlors and an inquest will be held this morning. Dr. Davies suffered a stroke of paralysis several years ago, while a practicing physician in Iowa, and he never recovered his health entirely. It was to build it up that he came to California several years ago, but he was not vigorous again and took life as easily as possible, although practicing his profession, first here and then at Rialto. He came to San Bernardino in 1897 and lived here and then purchased an orange ranch at Rialto and made his home there with his family. William Hogsett Davies was a native of Virginia and was born in the Old Dominion 61 years ago. He studied medicine at Jefferson Medical College, Philadelphia, in antebellum days perhaps the most celebrated school of its kind in the country. When the War of the Rebellion broke out he enlisted as an army surgeon, and served with the forces of the south through the long conflict. When peace was declared he returned to his native Virginia and practiced medicine there for twenty years and in 1885 he moved with his family to Iowa settling at Maquoketa and in the Hawkeye State he built up a large and lucrative practice. Not only professionally he stood very high there, as may be gathered by the fact that although he had worn the gray with the Confederate Army, he was chosen as one of the pension examiners for that district of the state. The break in his health finally brought him to California, for from the time the stroke fell upon him in 1894 he was unable to care for his professional duties. In Maquoketa he was a member of Helion Lodge No 36, A. F. & A. M. and Bath Kol Chapter No 94, R. A. M., being a Past Master of the former, and a Past High Priest of the latter. He was also a member of the Odd Fellows Lodge in Maquoketa, having transferred none of his memberships to California. Dr. Davies leaves a widow and five children, all of them grown. One son and a daughter live in Iowa; Mrs. J. F. Dickson of Rialto, is a daughter and Walter, and Will Davies, who reside at the family home in Rialto. The funeral is to be held Friday at 2:30 p.m. from the Presbyterian church in Rialto, of which he was a member. The services will be conducted by the pastor, Rev. D. McG. Sandier, and at the grave the Masons will be in charge. [San Bernardino Sun, April 11, 1901] [Maquoketa Excelsior, Published April 19, 1901, submitted by Ken Wright] Return to Obit Index Mary E. DeGrush DEGRUSH - On Thursday, Nov. 23rd, Mrs. Mary E. DeGrush, aged 41 years; wife of Fred J. DeGrush, and daughter of Jason Pangborn. Mrs. DeGrush was born in Elizabethtown, Essex County, New York, and at the age of nine years removed with her father to Maquoketa, where she has since lived. Sixteen years ago she was married and has been the mother of five children, two of whom lie by her side today, and three mourn the loss of their mother. Twenty years ago she united with the Baptist Church, being among the first baptized in this city; since that time she has been a devoted Christian. She was buried on Sunday, the 26th, which was the anniversary of her wedding party 16 years before. [Maquoketa Weekly Excelsior, Published Nov. 30, 1871, submitted by Ken Wright] Return to Obit Index Lucy (Downer) Dolph Lucy Downer was born in St. Lawrence county, New York, April 9, 1843. In 1850 she came to Iowa with her parents to Iowa and settled near Baldwin, where she continued living until four years ago when she came to Maquoketa. July 10, 1859 she was married to Simeon Dolph, who died January 3, 1889. Seven children were the fruit of their marriage, only two of whom survive their mother. When about twenty years of age, Mrs. Dolph was converted and united with the M. E. Church, of which church she continued to be a member until her death, July 6th, 1901. The funeral occurred at 2 o'clock Sunday afternoon at the Congregational church, Rev. Samuel Sheppard officiating. The burial was in the Baldwin cemetery. [Maquoketa Excelsior, Published July 12, 1901, submitted by Ken Wright] Return to Obit Index Agnes (Rhodes) Eads Agnes Rhodes, daughter of Anthony and Abigail Rhodes, was born in Licking county, Ohio, June 7, 1847 and came to Iowa with her parents when she was eight years old and located on the farm where she lived until he passed peacefully on Saturday, May 11 at 8:15 p.m. aged 70 years, 11 months and 4 days. She was united in marriage to Philander Eads Nov. 11, 1869 and this union was blessed with eight children: four sons, Irving at home, who with his family lived with the mother; Stanley of Guymon, Okla.; Cato of Monmouth and Glenn of Davenport, and four daughters Lillie Evans of Sioux City, Iowa; Bertha Hardin of Fulton, Iowa; Minnie Hannahs of Onslow, Iowa and Jennie Martensen of Baldwin, Iowa. Her husband died 16 years ago and since that time she has lived on the home place with one of the children with her. She was a fond doting mother and loved to have her children about her and they all rise up and call her blessed. Besides the sorrowing children, eleven grandchildren and one sister, besides a large circle of friends survive to mourn her loss. Funeral services were held from the home on Tuesday, May 14, three miles northwest of Emeline together with the funeral of her brother who passed away a short time after her death. A large circle of sympathizing friends gathered to pay last earthly tribute to the departed. Sermon at Emeline church by Rev. D. F. Boomershine. Burial was made by the side of her husband in Hickory Grove cemetery. [Maquoketa Excelsior - Record, Published May 18, 1918, submitted by Ken Wright] Return to Obit Index Carrie Ella Rose Farr Carrie Ella Rose Farr was born in October, 1881 and died July 12. 1901. A year ago last November she was taken with the cough that developed into consumption and occasioned her death. Before the coming of the sickness that shadowed her life, Carrie was a bright, vivacious girl with sunny nature. She was the light and life of her home. Her winning qualities drew around her a large circle of friends. This was evidenced by the throng attending her funeral.-a throng that crowded the Congregational church clear back into the lecture room. Everything was done to save her in her struggle that tender love and sympathy could do, but the fatal disease that had her in its grip was not to be balked. She died with firm faith that God would take care of her. A half sister, Mrs. Hamilton, and a half brother, Charles, besides her mother and father and a wide circle of friends mourn her death. Her funeral occurred July 14 at the Congregational church, Rev. S. Shepherd officiating. The order of Rebeckahs, of which she was a member, had charge of the service at the grave. [Maquoketa Excelsior, Published July 19, 1901, submitted by Ken Wright] Return to Obit Index Harry G. French Funeral service was held at Harrison funeral home Tuesday at 3:00 p.m., for Harry G. French, 75, who died here earlier this week following a brief illness. The Rev. Herman A. Crawford officiated and burial was in Mt. Hope cemetery. Born February 24, 1869,the son of Harlan and Martha French, the deceased had spent his entire life in Maquoketa. He engaged in the dairy business for many years. Surviving are two daughters, Mrs. Lloyd Scott of Baldwin, and Mrs. Ralph Heasty of Mt. Vernon, two sons, Max in the service and Paul K. of Seattle, Washington, and eight grandchildren. [Jackson Sentinel, Published January 21, 1944, submitted by Ken Wright] Return to Obit Index Martin Fox Nashville Resident Dead At his home in Nashville, Martin Fox, for many years a resident of that place and vicinity and one of Jackson county's old and highly respected citizens passed away at 10:30 o'clock last Friday evening, death following a short illness. Deceased was born in Austria, November 7, 1852, coming to this country when a young man, since which time he had been a resident of the Nashville vicinity. He was for several years the postmaster of that place and conducted a general store there for a long time. He is survived by his wife, one son, John, and one daughter of Clinton. The funeral was held from the Nashville church, Monday afternoon at 2 o'clock. Interment was made in the Buckhorn cemetery. [Jackson Sentinel, Published November 13, 1917, submitted by Ken Wright] Return to Obit Index J. G. Fuller FULLER. At his home in Maquoketa, Tuesday, March 19th, 1889, of Bright's disease, Mr. J. G. Fuller, aged 74 years. The deceased was born in Rensselaer county, New York, in 1815 and moved to Wisconsin in 1845, thence to Iowa in 1865. He was married in 1839, making fifty years of happy contented married life with the beloved wife, who now survives him. As the fruits of this marriage there are six children, who with their mother, mourn the loss of a kind and indulgent father and husband. The funeral occurred at the house Wednesday afternoon, and many of the friends and relatives were present. [Jackson Sentinel, Published March 21, 1889, submitted by Ken Wright] Return to Obit Index Jack Garrier Jack Garrier was found dead in his bed Monday morning. He was a victim of the liquor habit. [Maquoketa Excelsior, Maquoketa, Iowa, Published February 14, 1902] Return to Obit Index Conrad Goepfert Civil War Veteran Dies Conrad Goepfert, a veteran of the Civil War and an old and respected resident of Tete des Mortes township, passed away at his home Wednesday morning. His death was the result of dropsy, following an illness of about one year, which confined him to his bed for the past six weeks. Deceased was born in Germany, November 25, 1842, and came to America with his parents when about six years of age. He served during the Civil War in Company L, 5th Iowa Cavalry, and after being mustered out at the close of the war, returned to Jackson county. He was united in marriage to Miss Margarita Felderman, November 25, 1869, at St. Donatus. His wife and the following children are left to mourn him: Henry and George of Tete des Morts township, Conrad at Camp Dodge, Mrs. August Lampe, of Dubuque, Mrs. Clarence Cook and Mrs. William Mangler, Bellevue township, Mary and Tena at home, and one sister, Mrs. Millman of Bellevue. He was a consistent member of the Lutheran church and a man of high standing in his home community. Funeral services were held at the Lutheran church in St. Donatus, Friday morning and interment was in the Lutheran cemetery, St. Donatus. Rev. Theo. Janssen officiated. The casket was draped with the United States flag. Misses Alma Keil, Elenore Goepfert, Minnie Felderman and Erma Schenk acted as flower girls. The pall bearers were J. C. Felderman, Henry Rickens, Henry Kohlenberg, Herman Kneif, John Felderman and William Schenk. [Jackson Sentinel, Published May 7, 1918, submitted by Ken Wright] Return to Obit Index John Gonner SPRINGBROOK MERCHANT DEAD John Gonner, a well-known merchant of Springbrook, passed away on Wednesday afternoon at four o'clock, as the result of a stroke of apoplexy which he suffered last Friday while returning from work in the field. John Gonner was the son of Mr. and Mrs. John Gonner and was born in Luxemburg, Germany, on February 6, 1865. He emigrated to this country when sixteen years old and located in Jackson County and has resided here ever since. He was united in marriage on April 26, 1892, with Miss Elizabeth Bies and besides his wife is survived by four sons and four daughters, namely: Mrs. Walter Budde, Lawrence Gonner of Spring Green, Wisconsin, George, Mrs. Alfred Laffey, Joseph, Ludvina, John and Edna. A daughter died in infancy and a son passed away when nine years old. He also leaves two brothers and two sisters in Germany. Mr. Gonner was held in highest esteem by all who knew him. He was straightforward and honest in all his dealings and was very devoted to his family. He was a faithful member of the Catholic church and died fortified with the tenets of his religion. Funeral services were held Saturday morning at nine o'clock at Ss. Peter and Paul's church at Springbrook, conducted by his brother-in-law, Very Rev. N. J. Bies of Bellevue, assisted by Rev. Father Knapstein and Rev. Frommelt. - Bellevue Leader [Jackson Sentinel, Maquoketa, Iowa, Published May 24, 1927, submitted by Ken Wright] Return to Obit Index Matilda Graul GRAUL - At her home on Mattison Avenue in Maquoketa, Saturday, March 16, 1889, Mrs. Mathilda Graul, of paralysis, aged 69 years. Deceased was a woman deeply devoted to her domestic duties and had been a widow for a few years. She leaves five sons and one daughter who always bore the highest love and esteem for their mother. The funeral occurred Tuesday. [Jackson Sentinel, Published March 21, 1889, submitted by Ken Wright] Return to Obit Index Hastings Harrison Hastings Harrison was born in Ohio in 1844 and removed to this county in 1866, where he has since resided until his death, Friday afternoon, February 19, 1897. He leaves a wife and four children to mourn his loss. The funeral services were held at the home at 2 o'clock p.m., Sunday, Rev. Shepherd officiating. [Maquoketa Record, Published February 24, 1897, submitted by Ken Wright] Return to Obit Index Thadeus Hasner Died at his home in Maquoketa, Friday, October 25, 1901, Thadeus Hasner, a well known and somewhat eccentric man, aged about 55 years, was taken with a fatal illness last Friday morning and died at his home in the First Ward. He hadn't been in the best of health for some days, but it is reported that death may have been caused by eating liver that neighbors considered in an advanced state of decomposition. Mr. Hasner leaves a wife to mourn his untimely death. The funeral took place Saturday, Rev. Samuel Shepherd officiating. [Maquoketa Excelsior, Maquoketa, Iowa, Published November 1, 1901] Return to Obit Index George W. Haylock HAYLOCK - Near Kingsley, Iowa, September 6, 1900, of consumption, George W. Haylock, aged 35 years, 8 days. Deceased was the son of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Haylock and came here to nurse his father over a year ago, but before his father's death became a sick man himself. He remained here and his wife and children joined him, but he grew constantly weaker until all thought it would be beneficial for him to drive across the country to Kingsley and go thence to Colorado. They left this city in conveyance August 23rd and last Thursday afternoon, September 6th, when within four miles of his home, George W. Haylock passed peacefully away. His remains were accompanied to Maquoketa by Chief Forrester C. W. Alger, a brother member of Kingsley Camp No. 3123 M. W. A. and also by the family. Deceased was born in Fairfield township August 29, 1865, and in November 1885, was married to Rosanna LaFayette. To them were born three children, all of whom with the mother survive a beloved father and husband. Deceased located in Kingsley in 1893 and carried on business there. The funeral took place from the home of Mrs. Joseph Haylock, Sunday at 2 p.m. and was attended in a body by Maquoketa M. W. A. and many sympathizing relatives and friends. Dr. Fleming of the M. E. Church officiated and the remains were laid to rest at Mt. Hope cemetery. [Jackson Sentinel, Published September 20, 1900, submitted by Ken Wright] Return to Obit Index Mathilda Hayward Mrs. Dimmitt Hayward, who lived about six miles northeast of town near the Esgate school house died Wednesday morning. She has been a sufferer for a long time with dropsy, and finally succumbed. The funeral occurs today and burial is in the Esgate Churchyard. [Maquoketa Excelsior, Maquoketa, Iowa, Published July 26, 1901] Return to Obit Index S. W. Hazard The funeral of S. W. Hazard of Des Moines, but who was formerly the Northwestern station agent at Maquoketa, occurred last Saturday evening. The evening passenger on the Midland hauled a special car, which the officials of the road had placed at the disposal of the sorrowing family. Mrs. Hazard, her two sons and daughter-in-law came with the body and a brief, yet touching, service was held at Mt. Hope Cemetery. The grave was lavishly decorated with beautiful flowers. Mr. Hazard left many sincere friends in this community and the bereaved family found that quiet sympathy which tells best of true and heartfelt grief. [Maquoketa Excelsior, Maquoketa, Iowa, Published June 21, 1901] Return to Obit Index Ben F. Helferich BEN F. HELFERICH DIED SUNDAY Well Known Legion Man Dies Suddenly Following Operation. This community was severely shocked Sunday night when the news was spread about that Ben Helferich has passed away at St. Luke's hospital in Davenport. He had submitted to an operation for hernia on Monday, but was thought on Sunday to be well on the way to recovery. On Sunday afternoon, several of his relatives and friends called on him at the hospital and went away feeling sure that Ben would be up in a short time. Death came but with a moment's warning about 6:00 o'clock, Sunday evening as the result of a heart attack. Mrs. Helferich, who had been with him constantly since the operation, was at his bedside when he passed away. Benjamin Franklin Helferich, oldest son of Frank and Anna Helferich, was born near Delmar February 26, 1882. He came with the family to Maquoketa in 1917. He spent 21 months in military service during the World War and was ten months of that time overseas. After his return from the service he entered the post office employment in Maquoketa and has for several years been in charge of the postal savings and money order department where he was known as a high efficient employee. He was married to Miss Minnie Due Mong on December 14, 1920. Mr. and Mrs. Helferich established their home in this city and have resided here every since. Mr. Helferich was active in American Legion circles, having been one of the guiding spirits in the organization and development of the Timber City Post No. 75, being at the time of his death First Vice Commander and chief. He was also a member of the Firty and Eight, in which organization he held the office of Correspondant. He was active in Free Masonry, having been made a Master Mason by Monitor Lodge, 330, of Delmar. He later transferred his membership to Helion Lodge 36, Maquoketa. He also belonged to the Royal Arch Masons and the Knights Templar of Maquoketa, and Maple Leaf Chapter, O. E. S. Mr. Helferich, perhaps as much as any one man, contributed to the success and statewide fame of the annual Izaak Walton fish fry. He was a member of the First Methodist Church of this city, having served for a number of years on the board of trustees. Besides his widow he is survived by his aged parents, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Helferich, and one brother Howard, all of Maquoketa. Mr. Helferich was known far and wide for his kind and friendly disposition. He had a love for little children which manifest itself in varied gifts and acts of kindness to many of his friends among the younger generation. Being a great lover of flowers he grew many choice blossoms each summer, which he freely distributed to his friends, especially the sick and the aged and shut-ins. "He scattered nothing but sunshine, Funeral services will be held Wednesday afternoon at 2:00 o'clock at the First Methodist church. Rev. H. H. Dill officiating. Musical numbers will be rendered by Robert Grapengeter, soloist, and Lola Barker Wantz, organists. Casket bearers have been chosen from members of the American Legion. Burial will be in Mt. Hope cemetery with an Escort of Honor, Salute, and Taps by the Legion, and the committal service by the Masons. [Jackson Sentinel, Published May 15, 1934, submitted by Kelli Wilslef] Return to Obit Index Eugene Joel Higgins ZWINGLE RESIDENT DEAD Eugene Joel Higgins passed away at his home near Zwingle Monday evening at 5:30 o'clock. He followed the vocation of farming. He was born July 12, 1857. Mr. Higgins had been ailing the past year, and death was due to heart failure. He is survived by his wife and one son, William, at home, one daughter, Mrs. Alton Leahy of Imogene, Iowa and one sister, Mrs. Henry Nienstadt of Washington township. The funeral services were held on Thursday morning at nine o'clock from the residence to the Immaculate Conception church at Silvia Switch. [Jackson Sentinel, Published November 30, 1917, submitted by Ken Wright] Return to Obit Index Charley Hinke Charley Hinke, whom we reported in our last issue as very low with inflammation of the bowels, died Monday, February 15th. Deceased was a very bright young man, and his sudden death is indeed sad. He was 22 years of age at the time of his death, and a fine musician. Charley leaves to mourn his loss, two brothers, John and Henry, and two sisters, Annie and Mamie, and his father, J. H. Hinke. His mother died about three years ago. The funeral was held from the Lutheran Church at St. Donatus, Thursday morning, Rev. Dietz officiating. The STAR extends sympathy to the bereaved ones in their toime of affliction. [LaMotte Star, LaMotte, Iowa, Published February 23, 1897, submitted by Ken Wright] Return to Obit Index Lydia Hinman HINMAN-Died at her home in Maquoketa, Sunday, October 29, 1901. Another of Maquoketa's honored residents, Mrs. I. P. Hinman, has ended her pilgrimage on earth and entered into the glory of the eternal day. Her maiden name was Lydia Wheeler, born in Broome County, New York, May 4, 1819. Her father was Judge Wheeler of the same county. On February 19, 1840, she was married to Mr. Ira P. Hinman. They had grown up in the same community, playing together in childhood and associating with one another from their earliest recollection, so that they had been companions for longer than their more than 60 years of married life. They moved in February, 1849, from Broome County to Wyoming County, N. Y. There were born to them five children-George W., Eliza, Helen F., Ida E., of this city and Chas. E., of Bellevue, together of their venerable father, survive and the beloved wife and mother. She was very much loved by her grandchildren and had become tenderly attached to the three great-grandchildren she lived to see. Mr. and Mrs. Hinman came to Iowa in 1868 and have lived in this state ever since. Mrs. Hinman was converted in early life and united with the Baptist church. About nine years ago she and her husband united with the Congregational church of this city, of which she was a consistent member until the day of her death. For some time the machinery of life had been running down and last Sunday, October 27, she passed from the church militant to become a member of the church triumphant. Honored and beloved by all who knew her, she died in a ripe old age, having passed considerably beyond the octogenarian line. Life's machinery simply stopped under the weight of years. It was the gathering of a ripe sheaf into the heavenly garner. The funeral took place Tuesday afternoon, Rev. Samuel Shepherd officiating. [Maquoketa Excelsior, Published November 1, 1901, submitted by Ken Wright] Return to Obit Index Capt. J. Murray Hoag J. MURRAY HOAG DEAD Mrs. Elmer Crane was in receipt of a telegram Wednesday from Mrs. J. Murray Hoag of Los Angeles, California, advising her of the death of Major Hoag or Captain Hoag as he was familiarly known here. The message was lacking in details, but stated the remains would be cremated in Los Angeles Friday - today. Deceased was for many years a resident of Maquoketa and for some time followed the insurance business here, later purchasing a farm north of the city, which he made famous by stocking the farm with Shetland, Welch and Iceland ponies, which he sold and shipped to all parts of the country. Several years ago Capt. and Mrs. Hoag moved to California, where they made their home. [Jackson Sentinel, Published December 14, 1917, submitted by Ken Wright] Return to Obit Index Allie (Goodenow) Holcomb Died in a Chicago hospital, Wednesday evening, December 11, 1901, Mrs. Allie Holcomb, of cancerous tumor, in the 47th year of her life. Mrs. Holcomb was the youngest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. E. Goodenow and her death is a great blow to her hosts of friends in Maquoketa. She leaves a husband and three children, two boys and a girl to mourn her. For a number of years she has been a sufferer with this dread disease and has borne without complaint the agonies inflicted on her. All who knew her loved Allie Goodenow, as she is most commonly spoken of here, and many are the happy reminiscences of her youthful days which her saddened friends are relating to each other. But even death is better than the intense suffering which she has long undergone and so much is consolation. The funeral took place last Friday afternoon and her mother and sister, Mrs. D. H. Anderson and brother, Oce, attended from Maquoketa. [Maquoketa Excelsior, Maquoketa, Iowa, Published December 20, 1901] Return to Obit Index Clifford L. Jacobs On May 30th, 1901, Clifford L. Jacobs was taken sick with appendicitis and all that medical skill and aid could do proved to be unavailable so that on June 3, 1901, at his home, the residence of his grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. James Swift, he gave up the battle of life and passed peacefully into the great beyond where this world's trials and sorrows are unknown. The funeral service was held at the home June 5th, conducted by Rev. Pughe, followed by the grief stricken mother and sister and a large concourse of near relatives and friends. [Maquoketa Excelsior, Published June 28, 1901, submitted by Ken Wright] Return to Obit Index Rev. George W. Jenkins News came to this city Monday morning of the death of Rev. George W. Jenkins, pastor of the First Methodist Episcopal Church of Marysville, Montana. His death occurred on September 6, 1901. Rev. Jenkins was at one time an honored and respected citizen of Jackson County and has many friends and admirers here, who with relatives mourn his death. He was born in Minorsville, Schuylkill County, Pennsylvania, September 9, 1836 and was the second child of William and Elizabeth Jenkins. He came to Jackson County with his parents in the Spring of 1839, settling in Richland Township near Cottonville and made this county his home until 1872, when his ministerial work called him elsewhere in the state. He edited a newspaper in Fairfax, Iowa, for a few years. About 1884 he was transferred from the Upper Iowa Conference to Minnesota, having charge of a work at Pipestone, Minnesota. In 1886, he, with his family moved to Montana where he filled some of the most ministerial charges in that state, among them the First Methodist Episcopal Churches of Phillipsburg, Helena, Anaconda, Butte City and Stevensville. Rev. Jenkins attended school and was educated at Fayette and Cornell colleges in Iowa, but upon the breaking out of the War of the Rebellion he was among the first to enlist and became one of the brave boys to enlist in Company M of the Second Iowa Cavalry. He went through the war with his regiment and made a record for himself which his friends and relatives now turn to with pride. After the close of the war he returned home to his former work of preaching God's word. On December 28, 1864, he was married to Sandra King, to which union there were born six children-Nellie, now deceased, Cora, William, Effa, Mariah and Belle. The family also has an adopted daughter, Mrs. Celia Gates of Nebraska. Rev. Jenkins also leaves two brothers-Phillip of DeSoto, Iowa, and Judson B. of Harrison County, Missouri, and five sisters-Sarah E. Elwood, Mary A. Cain, and Ida F. Johnson of Maquoketa, Josephine Merritt of Cottonville, and Nettie Matthews of Sioux City. These, with his widow and seven grandchildren mourn the death of George W. Jenkins. We hope that his spirit is in that better land with the God that gave it. His body is at rest by the side of that of his daughter Nellie at Phillipsburg, Montana. [Maquoketa Excelsior, Maquoketa, Iowa, Published September 13, 1901] Return to Obit Index Jay M. Johnson FORMER ANDREW MAN DIES IN MINNEAPOLIS Andrew (Special)-Andrew relatives have received word of the death of Jay M. Johnson on Saturday, May 12, at Willmar, Minnesota. Mr. Johnson was born in Maquoketa, November 19, 1885, and graduated from the Maquoketa high school, in the class of 1910. He served in the Spanish American War in Company M, Iowa National Guard. He had served seventeen years in the employ of a railroad company and was compelled to retire on account of failing health and for the past several years lived in Minnesota. He is survived by his wife and five children: Ralph, Lauretta, Kathryn, Florence and Marjorie. [Jackson Sentinel, Published May 15, 1934, submitted by Ken Wright] Return to Obit Index Emma (Gold) Joiner JOINER - In this city, on the 31st of May, Mrs. Emma Joiner aged 35 years. Mrs. Joiner, daughter of the Rev. George S. Gold, deceased, was born in Monkton, Vermont, April 25, 1847. She was married to O. W. Joiner, Nov. 8, 1870, and has resided in Maquoketa about twelve years. She was a lady of rare worth and was held in the highest esteem by all who knew her. She was especially kind to the poor and in a quiet way distributed many benefactions among this class. Mrs. Joiner was a member of the Methodist church and ardently devoted to all its interests. She was in the fullest sympathy with the Sabbath school and one of the most earnest workers. In her sudden death a profound sorrow rests on the church, the Sabbath school and the whole community. - Excelsior. [Jackson Sentinel, Published June 2, 1882, submitted by Ken Wright] Return to Obit Index George Jonas Died-At Council Bluffs, Iowa, December 29, 1876, Mr. George Jonas, formerly of Bellevue, aged 63 years. Mr. Jonas was born in Somerset County, Pennsylvania, and emigrated to Iowa when it was a territory. When California fever broke out, he and several others started for that land of Ophir, where he remained until 1866 or 1867; he then returned to Bellevue on a visit to his daughters, Mrs. Shepler, Mrs. Beardsley and Mrs. Ben Williams; they tried to prevail on him to remain with them, but no persuasion could induce him to stay. He then left for the West again and stopped at Council Bluffs until the day of his death. He had been ailing for sometime owing to a paralytic stroke. Many who knew him well then were aware that he could not live long, but few thought he would die so soon. [Bellevue Leader, Bellevue, Iowa, Published January 31, 1877, submitted by Ken Wright] Return to Obit Index Dr. Christian Matthias Kegler Died at his home in Dubuque, Dr. C. M. Kegler, who is very well known to people of this county. The Dubuque Daily Telegraph of Monday, February 10th, contained the following: At 5 o'clock Sunday morning Dr. Kegler, the well known cancer specialist, passed away at his home at the corner of Tenth and Main streets. Christian Matthias Kegler was born in Germany, February 24, 1848. Coming to this country at three years of age, he settled with his parents on a farm near St. Donatus. On February 11, 1877, he was united in marriage with Miss Mary Knowles who, with eight children, three sons and five daughters, survive him. Dr. Kegler embarked in business at Springbrook when he was proprietor of a large general store. In addition to this he was interested in several large creameries in Jackson County. His unquestionable integrity and honorable business methods won for him success in whatever he undertook and there was not in Jackson County a man better known or any more ready to do kind service for a friend or neighbor, regardless of recompense than Dr. Kegler. He came to Dubuque about eight years ago. Dr. Kegler was a man of genial temperament and the good he has done will live long after him. His remains were shipped today to Springbrook for interment. Services will be held tomorrow at Saints Peter and Paul Catholic Church. [Maquoketa Excelsior, Maquoketa, Iowa, Published February 14, 1902] Return to Obit Index Nick L. Kilburg Nick L. Kilburg, 85, Dies. Mike Kilburg received word Tuesday evening of the death of his father Nick L. Kilburg, 85, at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Mary Schmidt in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, at 4 p.m. Tuesday after an extended illness. The body was brought to Spragueville Wednesday evening and taken to the home of his son Peter.The funeral was held Friday at SS. Peter and Paul church, Springbrook and burial was made in the adjoining cemetery. He was born in Germany and came to this country in early life, living near Springbrook. He married Miss Catherine Scheiner, who preceded him in death. Surviving are twelve children, Michael and Frank, both of Bellevue, John, Peter, Albert and Leo of Spragueville; Miss Lena Kilburg and Mrs. Anna Guckenberger and Mary Schmidt of Milwaukee.; Mrs. Leo Foltz of Hanover, Illinois, and Mrs. Julia Michels of Springbrook. [Bellevue News, Lucile Manderscheid, CorrespondentJackson Sentinel, Published May 15, 1934, submitted by Ken Wright] Return to Obit Index Diana Kingsley Mrs. Diana Kingsley Dead After a long illness with infirmities incidental to advanced age, Mrs. Diana Kingsley died at her home on Vermont street this morning about 2:30 o'clock. Deceased was born in Vermont on March 17, 1835, but for many years had made her home in this city and vicinity. She is survived by four children, E. M., G. H., and James and Mrs. Carrie Skow of Maquoketa, who now mourn the loss of a kind, indulgent, Christian mother. The funeral will be held from the late home at two o'clock Thursday afternoon, Rev. D. E. Boomershine officiating. Interment will be in Mount Hope cemetery. [Jackson Sentinel, Published November 20, 1917, submitted by Ken Wright] Return to Obit Index Jacob Guenther Lambert J. G. Lambert, who has been an invalid since sustaining a stroke of paralysis over six years ago, passed away at midnight Thursday after a month of suffering. Mr. Lambert has patiently born the infirmities caused by paralysis for six years but about a month ago other complications set in which made his suffering more acute and since that time has gradually failed until death came as a welcome relief. Mr. Lambert was born in Sabula 59 years ago, and is one of that city's oldest continuous residents. He is survived by his wife and two children, and two brothers. Mr. Lambert was a brother to Editor Thomas Lambert of the Gazette. Alice Horner's note: His full name was Jacob Guenther Lambert, and he was the son of Thomas D. and Sarah (Guenther) Lambert. [Savanna Weekly Journal, Savanna, Illinois, Wednesday July 19, 1916] Return to Obit Index Thomas Lambert Thomas Lambert, a pioneer of Jackson County (Iowa) and a resident of Sabula practically all his life, died at his home in that city about midnight Saturday after a sudden illness. He had not been entirely well since afflicted with the influenza last spring but was able to be up and around. About a month ago he suffered burns and shock when a leaking gas pipe exploded in the basement of his home. It is believed the illness and shock hastened his death. Saturday morning he became ill with a lung infection but rallied through the day and his condition was not regarded as serious. Lake Saturday evening, however, he took a turn for the worse and death resulted in a few hours. He is survived by his wife and one daughter, Mrs. Milton Gage of Sabula. He was widely known throughout eastern Iowa and this section of Illinois. He was publisher of the Sabula Gazette for 39 years, selling out his interests only a few years ago. He was highly respected by the residents of his little town where his death is regarded as a blow to the entire community. Funeral services were held this afternoon at 2:30 with interment in the cemetery there. Alice Horner's note: He was born February 13, 1855 on his grandfather's farm in Union Township, Jackson County, Iowa, the son of Thomas D. and Sarah (Guenther) Lambert. His wife was Miss Jennie Cotton, whom he married on August 8, 1883. [Daily Times Journal, Savanna, Illinois, Published Tuesday, September 4, 1923] Return to Obit Index Hiram Liston Big Woods - Again death has visited the fatal prairie home of Mr. Hiram Liston, son - in - law of Moses Prindle, who will be buried today. We are informed that the undertakers had the remaining portion of the family move out and the house was thoroughly disinfected and it is hoped that the fatal sickness will be checked. [Jackson Sentinel, Maquoketa, Published Iowa Feb. 28, 1907, submitted by Ken Wright] Return to Obit Index James Malone Lifeless Body of James Malone Found Near His Home. On Saturday morning it was rumored about town that James Malone, a well - known and prosperous farmer living about a mile this side of Cottonville, had been killed by a bolt of lightning during the storm the afternoon previous while planting corn in his field. Later reports, however, set aside the rumor that lightening had caused his death, but that heart failure had done the deadly work. Mr. Malone was planting corn when the storm came up and had unhitched his team from the planter and was driving the horses to the barn some rods distant. The family noticed the team nearing the home, but that no driver was with them and began an immediate search for Mr. Malone, whose lifeless body was found some time later. Dr. Heneke of Bellevue was called and stated the heart trouble was undoubtedly the cause of his death and that he had not been struck by lightning as was first supposed by the family. Deceased was a man of honesty and integrity, quiet and unassuming in disposition a great lover of home and family, a splendid neighbor and a true friend. Mr. Malone is survived by his wife and eight children. The funeral was held Monday from St. Lawrence's Church at Otter Creek. Interment was made in the Otter Creek cemetery. [Jackson Sentinel, Published May 21, 1918, submitted by Ken Wright] Return to Obit Index Reiff Maskery Rieff Maskery, beloved and only child of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Maskery, at their home on North Summit street, Friday morning, March 28th, 1889, aged three years. Cause of death, croup. The funeral occurred Sunday afternoon and was largely attended. [Jackson Sentinel, Published April 4, 1889, submitted by Ken Wright] Return to Obit Index William Mason MASON. At his home on Vermont street in Maquoketa, Wednesday morning March 20, 1889, of general debility, William Mason, aged 79 years. Deceased was an old settler and leaves an aged wife and a large family of grown up children. [Jackson Sentinel, Published March 21, 1889, submitted by Ken Wright] Return to Obit Index Calvin Edward Matthews Calvin Edward Matthews was born in Ohio, November 26, 1853, and came to Jackson county in 1856 with his parents, and resided here until his death which occurred in Maquoketa, April 27, 1901, in the 48th year of his age. April 25, 1878, he was united to Edna A. Morehead. To this happy union three children were born, one died in infancy, leaving Ada Belle, now Mrs. Edward Armstrong, and Byron L., to mourn his loss together with the wife, aged parents, a sister and three brothers. He was an ambitious and industrious man and had succeeded in securing a good home and competence and was about to retire from active duties when he was suddenly taken away. As a man and neighbor, nothing but words of praise come from everyone. The unusually large attendance at the funeral on a week day in Spring gave full attestation to the high esteem in which he was held. He had always been strong and healthy, never having called a physician until his last sickness, which lasted only one week. Friday April 19th, he complained of not feeling well and the next morning he came to Maquoketa where he was taken violently ill and underwent a surgical operation, which revealed the fact that there were serious complications. In spite of all that medical skill and the kindness of friends, the Saturday following his coming to town, his end came. He exhibited the same patience and fortitude in his last distressing sickness that had characterized his life. Monday, April 29th, funeral services were conducted by Rev. R. D. Parsons in the Advent Christian church of Iron Hill, under charge of the Odd Fellows Lodge of Maquoketa. The very large attendance of neighbors friends and relatives filled the church and yard. He was laid to rest in the cemetery connected with that church, by his brethren in the lodge with the impressive and sympathetic ritual of the order of which he was a member. [Maquoketa Excelsior, Published May 31, 1901, submitted by Ken Wright] Return to Obit Index Mary Jane Rhodes Wade McCallum Mary Jane Rhodes was born in Granville, New York, March 27,1824, and passed away June 27, 1901. She was united in marriage with John W. Wade in Clymer, New York, February 2, 1843. To them three children were given. Two of these preceded her to the other shore, and one, Mrs. Emma J. Orcutt, remains and was present at her mother's death and funeral. In 1858, nine years after the death of Mr. Wade, she was married to Mr. John McCallum and was again left a widow in 1879. One of the two children of this marriage, one is dead, and one, Lillie C., is living and was her mother's stay and support. For a number of years she has been confined to the house and home yard. The procession of life for business or pleasure has passed her by and left her to the exclusive notice of her intimate friends and neighbors. When fourteen years of age she was converted and became a member of the Methodist Episcopal church and continued in its fellowship until called to the church triumphant. She was ever a most faithful wife and mother, friend and neighbor. She was loved by those who knew her best. Funeral services were conducted by her pastor, Rev. R. D. Parsons, at her late home, Monday, June 24, and the remains were laid to rest in Mt. Hope cemetery. [Maquoketa Excelsior, Maquoketa, Iowa, Published June 28, 1901, submitted by Ken Wright] Return to Obit Index Hiram W. McCarron Hiram W. McCarron was born September 1, 1827, at Akron, Ohio. In August, 1899 he was stricken with paralysis and never fully recovered. He had been confined to his home two weeks, passing away at 5 o'clock Tuesday morning, February 4th. He leaves a wife, one daughter, Mrs. Flora Maskrey and one son, G. L. to mourn their loss. At the age of eighteen he began to advocate the anti-slavery and other reform movements. In 1829 he removed to Berea, Ohio, where he married Miss Sarah Tompkins in 1821. During that year he investigated spiritualism and became a firm believer in that philosophy, which he lived up to and advocated through his life. In 1855 he removed with his family to Jackson county, where he has since resided. He first settled in Farmer's Creek township, where he entered the hardwood lumber business, in which he continued until the financial panic of 1857, of which he was a victim. He removed to Maquoketa in 1860 and became active in all reform movements, especially on the school question. He was aggressive, but it must be said that he was always true and firm to his convictions; living as he talked; accepting his own advice or suggesting as his guide for right living. No man lived more true to his convictions. His life was full of activity and was rounded out like the ripened fruit. The funeral services will be conducted by Harrison D, Barrett, President of the National Spiritualists association of Washington, D. C. at two o'clock Friday afternoon at Centennial Hall. Interment will follow at Mt. Hope cemetery. [Maquoketa Excelsior, Maquoketa, Iowa, Published February 7, 1902] Return to Obit Index Lily (Chamberlain) McQueen Mrs. Henry McQueen, formerly Miss Lily Chamberlain, died at her home at Fielding, Iowa, Wednesday, February 24th. Mrs. McQueen lived one mile west of LaMotte and was raised on the farm now owned by Ben Thompson. She leaves to mourn a husband and one child to mourn her loss. [LaMotte Star, LaMotte, Iowa, Published March 2, 1897, submitted by Ken Wright] Return to Obit Index Henry Mohlenhoff PASSING OF PERRY TOWNSHIP PIONEER Henry Mohlenhoff, one of the pioneers of Perry township, died Sunday afternoon at three o'clock at the home of his son John north of Andrew. He was 88 years, 5 months and 15 days old. He was born in Germany, May 4, 1831 and was married to Miss Marie Wilms. They came to America in 1881. After a residence of one year at Long Island he moved to Jackson county and was engaged in farming for many years until he moved to Andrew, where his wife died in 1912. He then made his home with his son John. He is survived by two sons, John and George, the latter of Galesburg, Ill; also eight grandchildren. He was an honorable and upright citizen, one whose influence was always for that which is best.The funeral was held from the Lutheran Church at Andrew, conducted by Rev. Breadow. The pall bearers were Sim Shipper, Chris and Gus Hankemeier, John Daudel, Tony Tebben and James Janssen. [Bellevue Leader, Published October 20, 1919, submitted by Ken Wright] Return to Obit Index Clayton Morehead Clayton Earl Morehead was born in Jackson county, Iowa, June 4, 1882, and died at the home of his parents, Mr. and Mrs. David Morehead, three miles northwest of Nashville, September 8, 1901, at 8 a.m., aged 19 years, 3 months and 14 days. He was in his usual health until about a year ago when he contracted a complication of stomach troubles which baffled medical skill. He was taken to his bed five weeks ago and remained there until death released him from his physical suffering. During his illness he was patient and all was done for him that a loving mother and father could do. He was conscious to the last and bid parents and an only brother a last good by assuring them that he was willing and ready to go. Besides a large circle of friends and relatives he leaves a sorrowing father and mother and brother to mourn their loss in his early death. Funeral services were held at the Nashville church on Monday, September 9th at 2:30 p.m. and burial at the pence cemetery, Rev.D. F. Boomershine officiating. [Maquoketa Excelsior, Maquoketa, Iowa, Published September 13, 1901] Return to Obit Index Arthur Mullen Arthur Mullen, one of the oldest pioneers of this locality, died at his home about three miles northwest of Sabula, on Monday morning last. His death was caused by old age and a complication of diseases from which he has suffered more or less for years. Mr. Mullen did not know his own age, or could he remember exactly when he located here. The old settlers, some of whom have known him for half a century, place his age at 80 to 85 years and think that he came down from the Dubuque lead mines and located near this city about 1837 or 1838. He was an honest inoffensive man and one who would not intentionally wrong another. The funeral services were conducted by Rev. Father Bowen, at the Catholic church in Sabula on Tuesday. [Sabula Gazette, March 16, 1889, reprinted in the Jackson Sentinel, March 21, 1889] Return to Obit Index Lawrence R. Nicholson Body of Missing Man Found at Bellevue Coroner J. W. Jordan and Sheriff Leo Heinecke were called to Bellevue Wednesday by the message that the body of a man was seen floating in the Mississippi River. The body was later identified as that of Lawrence R. Nicholson of Illinoo, Missouri, who was drowned last November 5, when he fell from the deck of the steamship "Good" near Dubuque. [Jackson Sentinel, Published May 4, 1934, submitted by Ken Wright] Return to Obit Index Eliza Antoinette (Meeker) Northrop Eliza Antoinette Meeker was born in Middleport, New York, January 23, 1826, and died at her residence near Maquoketa, July 17, 1901. In 1849 she became the wife of Mr. E. R. Northrop and the day after the wedding started for the west. The journey was direct to Maquoketa, where the first six years of their married life were spent. In 1855 the family moved three miles south and opened the farm on the wild prairie which has since afforded them a home. Here ten years ago her mother died, and four years ago her husband received his crown and now from the same sacred place she has gone to join them. She was the mother of two children both of whom were present at the funeral. The son, Landon L. Northrop, resides in Worth county, Missouri. The daughter, Cora, remaining at home, has been the companion of her mother. Mrs. Northrop became a member of the Methodist Episcopal church at the age of sixteen. Her membership in the Maquoketa church dates from the time of her coming west in 1849. She is known in the church as an active faithful member. To her faithfulness as treasurer to a fund raised by the ladies of the church in 1850 and her business management of it, in 1875, there was available for the purchase of the bell, the sum of $300 with which the present bell was secured. In that time the fund had grown from thirty to three hundred dollars. This is an instance of her strong character and her loyalty to right and the kingdom of Christ. Of her father's family, but two remain, a brother in Oregon, and a sister, Mrs. Center of DeWitt, who was in attendance at the funeral. A niece, Mrs. C. J. Northrop of Monticello was also present. Though an invalid for the past eight years her last illness was of but a weeks duration. In conversation she had while in health expressed her confidence that death was like stepping from the work room of the house into the parlor. In the first years of her connection with the church she was associated with its early pastors, Hurlbart, Landon Taylor, Dummitt Swearengen and Caitlin. She was one of that heroic band Landon Taylor mentions in his book "The Battlefield Reviewed," as a little host ever ready to bear a past in pushing forward a good cause. Their names are Spencer, Martin, Poff, Stephens, Barnes, Wright, Stimpson, Northrop and Fellows. They have nearly all passed to the other shore. We may imagine their greeting her coming and their exalted fellowship. The view from the front door of her prairie home looking toward town is very beautiful in the green of summer, or the white of winter, but what is compared to the river of life and the heavenly city. Funeral services were conducted by the pastor of the Methodist Church, at the house. There was a large attendance of neighbors and friends. Interment was in Mt. Hope Cemetery, Wednesday, June 19, 1901. [Maquoketa Excelsior, Maquoketa, Iowa, Published June 21, 1901] Return to Obit Index p>Mary (Doyle) O'Donnell Mary Doyle was born in King's County, Ireland, June, 1835. She emigrated to this country with her parents in 1847 and in 1850 was married to John O'Donnell at Chester, New York. To this union were born eleven children, five of whom survive her. They are John of Sioux Falls; Frank of Fulton; Mrs. William Hoffman of Andrew; Mrs. C. L. McClellen of Lowden and Mrs. George McClellen of Miles City, Montana, also a sister in Dubuque and a brother at Marshalltown. In 1866 they came west and settled at Fulton, where her husband died in 1887, and where she has since made her home. At the time of her death which occurred October 21, 1901, she was visiting her daughter in Miles City, Montana. The remains were brought to her daughter, Mrs. Hoffman, and then to Fulton, where the funeral services were conducted by Rev. Gillespie, with interment in the Esgate cemetery. [Maquoketa Excelsior, Maquoketa, Iowa, Published November 1, 1901] Return to Obit Index Anna Cubbage Organ Funeral of the Late Mrs. A. Organ Held Wednesday Again are the people of our city bereft of one of one of our grand, good women and honored citizens, and in the passing of Mrs. Anna Organ another link in the chain of the earlier residents has been broken. Mrs. Organ was a lady who delighted in her friendships and with her countless friends this delight was mutual, for it was indeed a pleasure to know her and enjoy her companionship. For the past several months she had not been enjoying good health and this served as a great trial to her, and the special church and fraternal circles have missed her loyal kindly association greatly. She had for many years been a member of the Congregational church and took keen pleasure in taking part in all its social and religious activities. Mrs. Organ was also a charter member of the Women's Relief Corps and was one of the ardent workers who set in motion the great work which this organization has done in our city. Anna Cubbage was born at Galena, Illinois, November 16, 1846, being the daughter of W. P. and Elizabeth Cubbage of Galena. On 1867 she was united in marriage to Alexander Organ at Andrew, Iowa, they coming to Maquoketa in 1871, where Mr. Organ engaged in the clothing business for many years. To this union one son, Harry B. of this city was born, who survives the death of a kind loving mother. She also leaves one sister, Mrs. Emma LeVann of Detroit, Michigan, and who was at the bedside of her sister at the time of her death. The funeral was held from the home in the Fourth ward Wednesday afternoon at two o'clock, Revs. J. G. Morgan and D, F. Boomershine officiating. The remains were laid to rest by the side of her husband in Mt. Hope cemetery. [Jackson Sentinel, Published December 14, 1917, submitted by Ken Wright] Return to Obit Index Jason Pangborn PANGBORN - At his home in Maquoketa, February 1, 1888, Mr. Jason Pangborn, aged 82 years. Mr. Pangborn was one of the early settlers of Maquoketa and was generally known and respected throughout the community. The funeral will take place from his late residence Friday afternoon at 2 o'clock. [Jackson Sentinel, Published February 2, 1888, submitted by Ken Wright] Return to Obit Index Jessena Wage Peters BALDWIN - Mrs. Peters id mourned by a large circle of friends, but greatest of all by her husband and children to whom she was a most devoted wife and loving mother. A large concourse of people attended, the Lucky Camp 552, Royal Neighbors of America attended in a body. Mrs. Peters was 52 years of age and was the mother of six children, two of whom died in infancy, Margaret, Lewis, Helene and Olga at home, Mrs. John Lubben and Mrs. Emma Bolster of Monticello came to see Mrs. Peters on Saturday afternoon and was with her on Sunday when she died. Those from out of town who came to attend the funeral were Mr. A. C. Bielenberg and wife of Keystone, sister of deceased, Mrs. Hildebrand and daughter Edith of Davenport, Gus Wessel of Wisner, Nebraska, John Lubben and Henry Barrichter of Monticello and Miss Lena Blessing, Mrs. Schmer and Mr. Long and wife of Maquoketa. [Maquoketa Record, Published May 14, 1907, submitted by Ken Wright] Return to Obit Index Charles Petersen DEATH CALLS CHAS. PETERSON That the Grim Reaper does not always choose the aged as his toll is evidenced in the death of Charles Peterson, one of Maquoketa's splendid young men, whose passing is mourned by a number of friends. We call Charley a Maquoketa boy, notwithstanding the fact that he had made his home in Anamosa since his discharge from the U. S. Army after the close of the Spanish - American war. But he was born here August 21, 1881 and was an honored graduate of our high school. When the war broke out with Spain, Charles enlisted in the service and served in the Philippines with honor, and the excellent, which we noticed on his discharge plainly shows that his character in the service of his country was of the same high standard which is written on the records of his entire life. After his discharge he went to Anamosa, securing a position as receiving clerk at the State Reformatory, later accepting a position in the bank in that city. The indoor work proved detrimental to health and he returned to the former work at the prison, remaining there until compelled to give up his work on account of illness. He was taken to the hospital at Oakdale where it was hoped a benefit and perhaps a cure might be effected, but the dread malady had gotten the upper hand and tender care and medical skill proved unable to ward off the inevitable. After six weeks ago Charley was brought to the home of his wife's father, Joseph Raab, in this city, where he passed to the Great Beyond. He was united in marriage to Miss Bessie Raab, November 22, 1905, to which union three children were born, Alverda, aged 9, Lester, aged 7, and Myrtle, aged 4; these little ones together with the bereaved wife and mother are left to mourn the loss of a kind, indulgent father. Besides these, there survives his mother, Mrs. Harvey Peterson, two sisters and two brothers. The funeral was held this afternoon from the M. E. church, Rev. G. Lemon of Anamosa, assisted by Rev. J. J. Kidder of this city, officiating. Interment was made in the Union cemetery. [Jackson Sentinel, Published November 27, 1917, submitted by Ken Wright] Return to Obit Index Blanch (Faber) Poole Blanch Faber Poole was born near Maquoketa on January 16, 1876, a daughter of Charles and Marion Faber, and died January 23, 1944, in Chicago. When a young girl she, with her mother, moved to Huron, South Dakota, where she attended school and graduated from the University of South Dakota. She prized very highly her diploma, signed by the governor of the state at that time. She then went to Lincoln, Nebraska, where she taught music for seven years, and later attended a school of music in Chicago. She was a very talented musician and her music meant a great deal to her. Later she suffered a rheumatic condition of her hands and gave up teaching music and was a saleslady in one of Chicago's leading department stores for a number of years. Later coming to Maquoketa, she married William B. Poole, December 4, 1920, and they resided in Iron Hill until 1927, when they moved to Chicago and have since resided there. She cared for her mother for 15 years and had been in very poor health for the past few years. She is survived, besides the husband, by a brother, O. D. Faber, Davenport; two nieces. Mrs. George Olde, Milwaukee, Elvena Haskins, California; an aunt, Mrs. Emma Williams, Huron, S.D.; a foster brother, Alpha Faber, Davenport; a step - mother, Mrs. Minnie Faber, Maquoketa; and two step - sons, Kenneth Poole, Clinton and Leonard Poole, Maquoketa. She was preceded in death by her father, mother and one sister. Kenneth and Leonard Poole attended the funeral at Mysack's Funeral Home in Chicago north side. Burial was in Archer Wood Cemetery. [Jackson Sentinel, Published February 18, 1944, Submitted by Ken Wright] Return to Obit Index Mary Jane Potter POTTER - Mrs. Mary Jane Potter was born in Lorraine County, Ohio, June 16, 1842, and died at her home in Monmouth, Iowa, March 26, 1889. About 36 years ago deceased came to Iowa and on August 13, 1862, married James Potter. After the close of the Civil War they moved on their farm in Jones County, Iowa, where they lived until a few months ago, when they moved to Monmouth, Iowa. Of the four children born to them, two are now living, and two are gone on before. The aged parents and one sister in Clay county, and a brother and sister in Dallas county., with the husband, two children and a host of friends are left to mourn their loss. On March 27, the funeral services were held in the M. E. church in Monmouth, Rev. J. R. A. Hanner preaching the sermon. The church was crowded, thus showing the esteem in which she was held by the community. In June, 1879, the deceased joined the Lutheran church, of which she was a member at the time of her death. During her long and severe sickness she spoke a great many times of her readiness to leave this world. Thus another home is broken, but may there be a reunion, by and by, on the other shore. [Jackson Sentinel, Maquoketa, Iowa, Published April 4, 1889, submitted by Ken Wright] Return to Obit Index O. G. Prime O. G. Prime was born in the state of Maine 73 years ago. In the early days of Jackson County, when Maquoketa was but a struggling village, he came here and settled, establishing a wagon factory. It was his privilege to see Maquoketa grow from a small village to the city it now is and the part he took in its growth was no small one. He was a man of perseverance and industry, and although an old man, continued to work at his trade up to a few years ago, when ill health forced him to give it up. Deceased was well known and popular and a useful and respected citizen and neighbor. The children and brothers and sisters will have the sincere sympathy of all. Survivors of the deceased are two brothers - D. W. of Brandon, Vermont, and O. B. of Ironwood, Michigan; two sisters - Mrs G. W. Engle of this city and Mrs. A. N. Herbert of Junction City, Oregon; three daughters, Mrs. R. H. Morris of Cedar Rapids, Mrs. E. J. Kullmer of this city and Mrs. D. H. Sweet of Davenport, and one son, Arthur of Fort Dodge. His wife and one son preceded him in death. [Jackson Sentinel, Published August 30, 1900, submitted by Ken Wright] Return to Obit Index Archie Reed Died, of pneumonia, in Washington township, Jackson county, , January 24, 1877, little Archey Reed, son of William H. and Catharine Reed, aged four months and one day, The death of this little boy is a great loss to Mr. and Mrs. Reed, who had fondly hoped that this their youngest child would be the social prop and comfort of their declining years of life. Their many friends deeply sympathize with them in this their days of affliction. [Bellevue Leader, Bellevue, Iowa, Published January 31, 1877, submitted by Ken Wright] Return to Obit Index Hon. W. H. Reed Sunday morning last Hon. W. H. Reed passed away at his home in Bellevue from cancer of the cheek. Mr. Reed had attained the age of 78 and has lived in Jackson County since 1839, being one of the pioneers and most respected citizens. The funeral occurred last Tuesday afternoon at the First Presbyterian church of Bellevue, Rev. Memmott officiating. [Maquoketa Excelsior, Published May 24, 1901, submitted by Ken Wright] Return to Obit Index Aden Richardson ADEN RICHARDSON, PIONEER, DIES One more of Iowa's pioneers gone. Aden Richardson was born December 1, 1826, in Sodus, Wayne County, New York. In 1844 he came to Iowa and settled in Sabula. After a time he moved to Mt. Algor and in the fall of 1862 he enlisted in Company A, 24th Regiment, Iowa Volunteer Infantry. After being in service a year he was discharged, and has been an invalid ever since. He died July 5, 1901 and was buried Sunday, July 8th under the auspices of the Grand Army of the Republic posts. [Maquoketa Excelsior, Published July 19, 1901, submitted by Ken Wright] Return to Obit Index Jeremiah Roach Jeremiah Roach, aged 69 years, died at his home near Esgate school house, Sunday evening, February 21, 1897. He had been a long and patient sufferer from palsy, having been afflicted for a number of years. The funeral services will be held at the Esgate school house at 11 o'clock a.m., Rev. Macurdy officiating. [Maquoketa Record, Published February 24 1897, submitted by Ken Wright] Return to Obit Index Frances L. (Deen) [Hamilton] Romer Frances L. (Hamilton) Romer, 105, a resident of Maquoketa Care Center in Maquoketa, died Saturday, January 8, 2011, at the care center. A celebration of her life will be held on Monday, January 17, 2011 at Lahey Funeral Home in Maquoketa, where friends may call from 9 a.m. until service time. Interment will be in Warren County Memorial Park Cemetery in Monmouth, Illinois. Francis Lee Deen was born December 31, 1905, in Monmouth, Illinois, the daughter of William T. and Alta Irene (Main) Deen. She was raised in Monmouth, Illinois and graduated from high school there. She married Raymond T. Hamilton on July 7, 1928, in Momouth, Illinois. He passed away on May 7, 1959. She later married Lester Romer in Des Moines, Iowa, in 1972. He passed away on January 14, 1984. Frances moved to Maquoketa in 1954 with her first husband, Ray. They bought Mann's Ready to Wear Store at Main and Platt and renamed the store Hamilton's Ladies Apparel. Frances operated the store after Ray's death, until she sold the store in 1973. She was a member of the United Church of Christ in Maquoketa and a 50 plus year member of the Mildred Washington Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution in Monmouth, Illinois. Frances also belonged to the Maquoketa Country Club for 40 years. Survivors include one son, James D. (Jane) Hamilton of Windsor Heights, Iowa; two grandsons, Thomas J. (Kathy) Hamilton of Clive and William D. Hamilton of Des Moines; 3 great - grandchildren, Rebecca, Amanda and Joseph Hamilton, all of West Des Moines. And one step - grandson, Nick Overmann of Clive. She was preceded in death by her husbands, her parents, one sister, Martha Deen Blair Warfield, one brother, Lowell Deen and a nephew, Jon Deen.Memorials may be made to Maquoketa United Church of Christ. [Maquoketa Sentinel - Press, Published January 15, 2011, submitted by Ken Wright] Return to Obit Index Sylvester Shattuck SHATTUCK - At Maquoketa, May 29th, 1882, Mr. Sylvester Shattuck. Mr. Shattuck was born Feb., 1818, at Reading, Windsor County, Vermont. On November 19th, 1844, he was married to Miss Emily Lambarton. In March 1863, he came to Maquoketa, where he has since been a resident, and where, by industry and economy he laid by an ample competence. He was a brother of S. A., C. D., C. E., & J. A. Shattuck. Except C. D. Shattuck, who still resides in Vermont, the brothers are well known in this vicinity as enterprising citizens. Mr. Shattuck leaves a wife and four children - two sons and two daughters - who mourn the loss, and a friend and good neighbor has been taken from our midst. - Record. [Jackson Sentinel, Published June 2, 1882, submitted by Ken Wright] Return to Obit Index Dora Siegel Funeral Services Held Monday For Mrs. Dora Siegel Funeral service was held at Carson - Balster funeral home at 2 p.m. Monday for Mrs. Dora M. Bahr, who died Jan. 29 at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Will Gnade, following a brief illness. Service was held at the Andrew Lutheran church, with the Rev. Diers officiating and burial was made in the Andrew cemetery. The pall bearers were Ernest, Frank, Theodore and Emil Siegel, Fred Custer and George Zirkelbach. Those in charge of the flowers were Mrs. Albert Schurbon, Mrs. Herman Schlesch, music by Mrs. Lola Wantz, organist and Junior Hicks, soloist. The deceased was born Feb. 2, 1861 in Tete des Morts, a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Peter Kobs. She was married to John Siegel on Dec. 26, 1880 and resided in the Bellevue community many years. She was the mother of ten children, two of whom preceded her in death, Mrs. John Schenk and Albert Siegel. She is survived by the following children: Mrs. Louisa Gnade, Anna Gibson, Elizabeth Flagel, Maquoketa, Rosena Siegel and Lena Siegel, Davenport and three sons, George, Edward and Raymond. She is also survived by one brother, John Kobs of Bellevue. Mrs. Siegel was a member of the Lutheran Church and Lutheran Aid Society and would have celebrated her 81st birthday had she lived to Feb. 2. [Jackson Sentinel, Published February 5, 1943, submitted by Ken Wright] Return to Obit Index Elizabeth (Capesius) Sprank RITES HELD FOR MRS. SPRANK LAMOTTE - Mrs Peter Sprank died suddenly at her home one mile south of LaMotte Thursday evening, after a few days illness. Elizabeth Capesius was born near Springbrook November 19,1866. On January 22, 1884 she was married to Peter Sprank and lived on a farm in this locality since her marriage. She was a devout Catholic and a member of the Rosary Society. She is survived by her husband, three sons, Leo of LaMotte, John of Bellevue and Henry of Anega, Illinois; five daughters, Mrs. Chris (Anna) Clausen of LaMotte, Mrs. Joseph (Mary) Clausen of LaMotte, Mrs. Henry Schumacher of Provost, Alberta, Canada, Mrs. John (Rose) Weimerskirk of Bellevue and Mrs. Frank (Mathilda) Blocker of Dubuque. Three children have preceded her in death. The funeral was held from the home Monday morning at 10 a.m. to Holy Rosary church where a solemn requiem mass was celebrated by her pastor Rev. Kuenzel, celebrant, Rev. E. W. Lossbrock of Otter Creek, Deacpon and Rev. E. F. becker of St. Theresa's, Sub - deacon. The remains were taken to the Nemmers funeral home awaiting the arrival of her daughter, Mrs. Henry Schumacher of Canada. Burial was in the adjoining cemetery Tuesday. The casket bearers were Peter Koos, Sr., John Hayes, Andrew Wathier, Theodore Deutsch, W. F. Hayes and T. S. Hingtgen. [Jackson Sentinel, Published February 5, 1943, submitted by Ken Wright] Return to Obit Index John P. Steil John P. Steil, 73, was killed by a heavy explosion from dynamite Saturday afternoon while blasting out stumps on the Cornelius farm about 9 miles west of Bellevue. Early Monday morning two neighbors went to borrow some dynamite caps from Steil who lived in a cabin on the place, and being unable to find him, they looked around and discovered the body. It is thought by neighbors that the accident happened about 5 o'clock Saturday afternoon as a particularly loud explosion was hears at that time and no more shots were heard afterwards. The body was found about 25 feet away from the hole in the ground where the charge exploded and theory is that Mr. Steil thought the charge was not going to explode and approached the stump too soon. The body was badly mangled. The top of the head was blown off, both arms were badly shattered, one leg broken and there were bruises all over the body. The dead man's watch was found in the deep excavation, an odd circumstance, as the body was fully 25 feet away. Coroner Ristine was called and a coroner's jury was impaneled which rendered a verdict that Mr. Steil was accidentally killed by a heavy blast of dynamite. The body was removed to the home of Fred Blitgen, a nephew. John Peter Steil, the son of Jacob and Barbara Steil, was born in Germany in 1854 and came to America in 1861 with his parents and settled in Jackson county. He was a member of Saints Peter and Paul's church at Springbrook. He is survived by three brothers, Nick, Peter and Fred; four sisters, Mrs. Lena Blitgen of Bellevue, Mrs. Margaret Becker of Maquoketa, Mrs. J. P. Murphy of Chicago and Mrs. Margaret Fisk of Goldhill, Oregon. Funeral services were conducted yesterday afternoon at 4:30 from Saints Peter and Paul's church at Springbrook, the Rev. Father Knapstein officiating. Burial was made in the church cemetery. [Bellevue Herald, Published April 26, 1927, submitted by Ken Wright] Return to Obit Index Margaret Taylor Mrs. Margaret Taylor passed away at her home in Fairfield township, August 26, 1901, aged 52 years. Margaret Powel was born in Mercer County, Pennsylvania, and came to Iowa when but two years old. She was married to J. P. Taylor, June 10, 1864 and was mother to thirteen children, six of whom with her husband survive her. The remains were laid to rest in the Andrew cemetery. [Maquoketa Excelsior, Maquoketa, Iowa, Published September 13, 1901] Return to Obit Index Matthias Tebbe BELLEVUE - Matthias Tebbe, 86, was instantly killed Tuesday night when he jumped from the third story window of Moulton hospital, where he had been a patient since December. Dr. J. J. Tilton said no inquest would be held. Despondency was given as the cause. He is survived by two sons, Joe and John Tebbe, of Bellevue, and one son, Chris, in Florida, and three daughters, Carrie of Wisconsin, Mrs. Edward Deppe and Mrs. Mary Yeager of Bellevue. [Jackson Sentinel, Published March 31, 1944, submitted by Ken Wright] Return to Obit Index Harold Tietjen Recover Body of Harold Tietjen The continuous searching of a group of local men headed by Charles Bailey, brother - in - law of Harold Tietjen, who has been missing since December 21 recovered the body of the unfortunate young man from the waters of the Mississippi last Friday shortly before noon. Bailey and Andrew Green found the body a short distance below the place where the ice had been cut for the Bellevue Ice & Coal Co. The open space had been dragged many times. But Bailey and Green did not give up and holes were cut in the ice farther south of the opening and thus recovered the body by means of barbed wire, ending the suspense and anxiety of relatives and friends. Sheriff Hoenicke and coroner Jordan of Maquoketa were called and an inquest held at the Kempter Undertaking rooms. As there were no marks of violence on the body, and $71 in cash and a check from the Milwaukee Road together with his watch and railroad pass were found on the body, the coroner's jury returned a verdict of accidental death. Harold Tietjen was a son of Henry Tietjen and was born April 7, 1904, north of Bellevue. He was educated at the Bellevue public schools and later entered the employ of the C. M. St. P & P. railroad as a carpenter on the bridge construction crew. He was a likeable young man, industrious and upright and his tragic death cast a shadow of gloom over his relatives and friends. He was not only well - liked and spoken of here and at home, but also among the railroad men and in neighboring towns, where the crew was often stationed. His mother preceded him in death and he is survived by his father and his step - mother, Mr. and Mrs. Henry Tietjen, one sister, Mrs. Charles Bailey of Bellevue and one brother, Wilbur Tietjen of Alta Vista. The funeral was held Monday afternoon and services were conducted at the home by Rev. Sig H. Sandrock, pastor of St. John's Lutheran Church. Burial was made in the Lutheran cemetery and the pallbearers were Ed Meier, Ed Eggers, Arnold Lauterborn, Max Meier, Albert Yeager and Ralph Leonard. The beautiful floral offerings were carried by Elsie Stuart, Avelda Boetcher, Marjorie Bell Guenther and Althea Tietjen. [Bellevue Leader, Published January 19, 1933, submitted by Ken Wright] Return to Obit Index Mary Tinker In Chicago, Wednesday, December 16, at 9 o'clock, Mrs. Mary Tinker, and old and highly respected citizen of this city. Mrs. Tinker was in her 90th year and a dropsical affection coupled with the disabilities concurrent with old age was the cause of her demise. Her two sons, C. H. Tinker of Pittsburg, Kansas and Fred of Chicago, where she had been making her home since she left Maquoketa several years ago, brought her body to Maquoketa Thursday morning and the funeral occurred this morning at the home of Mr. J. P. Eaton on Main Street, Rev. R. D. Parsons officiated. [Maquoketa Excelsior, Maquoketa, Iowa, Published December 20, 1901] Return to Obit Index Esther Smith Towner Esther Smith Towner was born at Springfield, Vermont, May 11, 1810. During that same year her parents moved to the beautiful old town of Crown Point, Essex county, New York, at which place she grew to womanhood, well taught in the arts of spinning, weaving and knitting, and all those things most essential in the life of a pioneer woman. On October 23, 1831, she married Ira T. Towner, a man of the hardiest New England stock and a progressive landholder. Their union was blessed by four children, Henry, Elizabeth, Lydia S. and Hubbard E. Of these, Elizabeth, now Mrs. Henry Smith, and Lydia, now Mrs. J. H. Waugh alone survive. In 1854 they left their comfortable home and pushed out into the wilds of the then frontier state, Iowa, locating at Maquoketa, then a comparatively small town. Here they lived happily and unostentatiously until the death of Mr.Towner a few years ago. And now in the ninety-second year of her age, she passed quietly into the world beyond, the 12th of the present month. Mrs. Towner was a sincere, Christian woman, for over sixty-three years a consistent member of the Methodist Episcopal church. Generously and kindly, her life has left a remembrance of sweet benediction to all those with whom she came into contact. The community will sadly miss her quiet personality. The funeral services were conducted at the home by Rev. R. D. Parsons, her pastor, on Sunday July 14. Interment in Mt. Hope cemetery. [Maquoketa Excelsior, Published July 19, 1901, submitted by Ken Wright] Return to Obit Index Aaron Truax TRUAX - At his home in Maquoketa, Saturday morning, March 29, 1889, of general debility, Aaron Truax, aged 89 years. Deceased was born in Canada and came to Maquoketa at an early day. He was a good citizen, kindly neighbor and a faithful member of the M. E. church. He leaves a number of descendants, among the number being his sons, Dr. G. Truax and P. A. Truax and daughters Mrs. Samuel Wright of Maquoketa, and Mrs. Diantha Gage of San Jose, California, also many grand and great-grand children. The funeral occurred from the M. E. church Sunday forenoon and was largely attended. [Jackson Sentinel, Maquoketa, Iowa, Published April 4, 1889, submitted by Ken Wright] Return to Obit Index Robert W. Wallace WALLACE RITES HELD HERE ON MONDAY Funeral service was held Monday at 9:00 a.m., at Sacred Heart Catholic church for Robert W. Wallace, 29, who died in a local hospital Thursday, following a brief illness. The Rev. J. A. Mullen officiated and burial was in the Sacred Heart cemetery. Born November 21, 1915, at Andrew, the deceased was a son of Mr. and Mrs. Joe Wallace. He was married December 26, 1942, to Marie DeBondt, who with one son, Robert Wayne, survives. He is also survived by his parents, and the following brothers and sisters: Mrs. Tom Clark, Maquoketa, Anna Marie, Janie, Tommy and Allen at home, Lawrence of Davenport, Mrs. Walter Casel, of Moline, Illinois, Mrs. John Casel of Zwingle, and Mrs. R. C. Eaton, of Louisville, Kentucky. [Jackson Sentinel, Published January 21, 1944, submitted by Ken Wright] Return to Obit Index Cornelia A. Watkins Died of apoplexy, January 19, 1877, after three days of lingering in an unconscious state, Mrs. Cornelia A. Watkins, in the 63rd year of her age. Mrs. Watkins was born in Chemung County, New York, October 6, 1814; graduated at Geneva Seminary, came to Bellevue with her husband, Dr. D. J. Watkins in 1846, six years after their marriage. Her long residence and faithful Christian character had gathered around her many friends. Her devotion to the welfare of her husband and children, a daughter and two sons, was more than ordinary. The sons had been absent for several years in the diamond fields of Africa, but it was her great privilege to see their return some months before her death. Her husband, temporarily absent in Wisconsin, was summoned by telegraph and arrived a few days before her death; so that in God's good providence all the members of the family were present when her memorial spirit winged its flight as we trust to the mansions of light. During the war she was president of the Soldier's Aid Society. She was also, with her brother William T. Wynkoop, and Capt. E. G. Potter, appointed by the County Supervisors on a committee to care for the needs of the families of soldiers. In these humane offices she was most faithful and untiring. The funeral service was held Sabbath, the 21st, at the Congregational Church, of which she had been a worthy member, conducted by the pastor, Rev. Jno Gilmore, assisted by Rev. Mr. Norton of the M. E. Church, and attended by a large concourse of citizens. The bereaved relatives had many sympathizing friends who mourn with them their loss, but rejoice with them in her gain. "Be ye also ready; for in such an hour as ye think not the Son of Man cometh." [Bellevue Leader, Bellevue, Iowa, Published January 24, 1877, submitted by Ken Wright] Return to Obit Index Edwin C. Weed On Wednesday afternoon the funeral of Edwin C. Weed was held at the home conducted by Rev. Parsons who spoke with unusual sympathy and feeling. Music was rendered by a quartet. Interment was in Mt. Hope cemetery. The following clipping tells the sad story of Mr. Weed's death: Edwin C. Weed, 39 years old, a bookkeeper by occupation, was found dead in his bed at the State hotel about 3:30 yesterday afternoon by one of the clerks of the hotel. Weed, who has been residing in Omaha at various times for several years and has of late made his home at the State hotel, retired to his bed very late Friday night. He did not get up Saturday and an employee of the hotel looked over the transom late in the afternoon of that day and says he saw Weed still in his bed and that he was apparently asleep as he observed that the man was breathing. Nothing further was done toward an investigation, as Weed had expressed himself as being very tired when he went to bed. Becoming alarmed by the fact of his nonappearance Sunday afternoon the clerk opened the door and Weed was found to be dead, apparently having passed away some time previous. Coroner Swanson took charge of the remains, but as the dead man had been a sufferer of heart trouble and it is believed he came to his death from that cause probably no inquest will be held. Weed has a half brother in Omaha in the employ of the street railway. His mother lives in Maquoketa, Iowa and has been notified. [Omaha World-Herald, reprinted in the Maquoketa Excelsior, Published October 18, 1901] Return to Obit Index William W. Wentworth Wm. W. Wentworth, a life - long resident of Jackson County, passed away suddenly at his home north - east of Maquoketa, Friday morning. Funeral services were held Monday afternoon at the Carson - Balster funeral home with Mrs. Nellie Keeney, reader of the Christian Science church, reading bible scriptures. Interment was made at the Buckeye cemetery, north of Preston, with a prayer and scriptures given by the Jehovah Witnesses of Clinton. William Walter Wentworth was born near Buckeye, Jackson county, Iowa, on March 6, 1861, the son of Joseph Osborne and Euphemia Blair Wentworth. When about two years of age he came with his parents by ox team to a home east of Maquoketa, which was established in the early pioneer days. When about 32 years of age he purchased land near the home of his parents, cleared the land and built the present home. On October 24, 1900, he was united in marriage to Miss Margaret Andersen and to this union three children were born: I. O. Wentworth, at home; Iola, now Mrs. Fred Mychalek and Blair Wentworth, who reside in the former home of his grandparents. Mr. Wentworth had always followed the vocation of farming. He was exceptionally active for his age, having completed making his early garden recently. He took great pride in his garden work the past several years as he had not been able to do heavy farm work for some time. Besides his wife and children, he also is survived by five grandchildren, and one sister, Mrs. Noah Cavaness of Southwest city, Mo., who, with many friends will sadly miss him from their midst. He was preceded in death by his parents, two sisters and one brother. [Jackson Sentinel, Published May 13, 1941, submitted by Ken Wright] Return to Obit Index Anna Whitley ANNA WHITLEY LAID TO REST After an illness of many weeks Miss Anna Whitley passed away Sunday night at Fulton, where she had been cared for during her long illness by her cousin, Addie Whitley. Anna Whitley was born in Tionesta, Pennsylvania, December 27, 1857 and spent nearly all her life in the east. After the death of her parents she made her home with her aunt and cousins until six years ago she came to Fulton, Iowa, to make her home with her cousin. She had been in failing health for the last year, but for four months she had been confined to her bed. Her cousins, Addie Whitley of Fulton and G. E. Deiley of Maquoketa are the only surviving relatives in this locality, there being an aged aunt and cousins living in the east. Funeral services were held at two o'clock Tuesday afternoon from Buchner's chapel, Mrs. Sam Luckey, reader of the First Church of Christ, Scientist, in charge. Burial was made in the Andrew cemetery. [Jackson Sentinel, Maquoketa, Iowa, Published May 27, 1927, submitted by Ken Wright] Return to Obit Index Elizabeth (Stoltz) Willman ELIZABETH "BETTY" WILLMAN, 79, of Maquoketa, Iowa, died on Monday evening, January 24, 2011, at the Crestridge Nursing Home in Maquoketa. A celebration of her life will be held at 11:00 a.m., Friday, January 28, 2011, from the United Church of Christ in Maquoketa, with Rev. Dianne Grace officiating. Visitation will be held 10:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. on Friday, January 28, 2011, from the United Church of Christ in Maquoketa. Burial will be in the Wyoming Cemetery, Wyoming, Iowa. Elizabeth "Betty" Stoltz was born on January 27, 1931 in Dubuque, Iowa to Arnold and Mathilda (Schiessel) Stoltz. She was raised in Dubuque and graduated from Dubuque High School. She attended the University of Dubuque, earning a degree in teaching. She married D. Gaylord Willman on February 14, 1959 in Maquoketa, Iowa. He preceded her in death on December 8, 1993. Betty first taught music in Eldon, Iowa, and then first grade in Maquoketa until marrying her husband. In later years she did substitute teaching and tutoring. Betty was a member of the United Church of Christ in Maquoketa and was well - known in the area for her outstanding harp performances. She had provided much enjoyment to many community members through her music. Betty is survived by two sons, Bryan Willman of Kirkland, Washington and Brent Willman of Dubuque, Iowa. She was preceded in death by her parents and husband. The Carson & Son Funeral And Cremation Services in Maquoketa is in charge of the arrangements. [Maquoketa Sentinel - Press, Published January 29, 2011, submitted by Ken Wright] Return to Obit Index Bessie Florence Whitmore Bessie Florence, the second daughter of Edward and Carrie Whitmore, was born November 22, 1892 and after a short illness of one day, which baffled medical skill, she died at the home of her parents, 3 miles northeast of Maquoketa on Friday at 5 a.m., March 29, 1901, aged 8 years, 4 months and 7 days. Bessie was always a great favorite in the family and among her many friends and playmates and she will be missed sadly. The sudden death summons was a great shock to the sorrowing family. Funeral services were held at the home of the parents on Saturday at 1 p.m. and burial in the Bridgeport cemetery, Rev. D. F. Boomershine officiating. The sorrowing family has the heartfelt sympathy of their many friends in their great loss and bereavement. [Maquoketa Excelsior, Published March 29, 1901, submitted by Ken Wright] Return to Obit Index Andrew J. Woods Andrew J. Woods, a former citizen of Bellevue, departed this life at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Mary Beechley, at Cedar Rapids, Monday August 20, 1900. [Jackson Sentinel, Published September 6, 1900, submitted by Ken Wright] Return to Obit Index David Wright A PIONEER DIES David Wright of Maquoketa, passed away at his home in that city Monday afternoon, April 18, after a short illness, aged 91 years. Mr. Wright was born April 1, 1836, at Bolton, Warren County, New York, and came to Jackson County in 1841 with his parents and had resided here continuously. On April 1 he had attained the age of 91 and the event was celebrated by a family gathering, he being in his usual health at that time. Surviving are his wife, one son, Max Wright, a granddaughter, Helen Wright Hartvigsen and a grandson, Max Wright, and two great - grandchildren. Funeral services were held at 2:30 o'clock Wednesday afternoon at his late home in Maquoketa, Rev. A. W. Sinden of the Congregational Church officiating and the remains laid to rest in Mt. Hope Cemetery. [The Bellevue Herald, Bellevue, Iowa, Published April 26, 1927, submitted by Ken Wright] Return to Obit Index |
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