Carl Brandt, living one and one half miles north east of Scandia, committed suicide last Tuesday evening, by hanging himself with a rope in a barn. He tied the rope around a rafter, stepped upon a washtub tied the rope around his neck and kicked the tub from under him. Mr. Brandt, who was eighty-five years old, had been making his home with a distant relative Martin Larsen for sometime and had often said that if he had to leave their home he would take his life. Mr. Larsen expected to move from the farm this spring and was unable to keep Mr. Brandt longer1. His only son was also in such circumstances that he could not take care of him and application had been made for him at the county poor farm. Rather than be sent from relatives among strangers, he took his life. His wife also committed suicide several years ago. (transcribed by Sandy DeLauretis)

BRUNER, ANDREW JACKSON
The Courtland Journal
April 19 1945
page 5

Andrew Jackson Bruner was born Nov. 6, 1860, in Chester, Ill. He was converted at the age of ten and preached his his first sermon at the age of 12. He spent a short time in evangelistic work and was licensed to preach in the Methodist Episcopal church in 1888, at Memphis, Mo. He joined the Southern Illinois conference in 1895 and took the 4-year course in theology prepared in the Discipline for all Methodist preachers. During the first ten years of his ministry, he had an average of 100 conversions a year, and was given credit for being a leader in evangelism. The degree, Doctor of Divinity, was conferred upon him by the Christian collge, Oskaloosa, Iowa, and the degree, Doctor of Philosophy, by the college of Therapeutics, Fargo, North Dakota. August 4, 1886, he united in marriage to Mahala Angeline Goodrich at Macon, Mo., by Rev. John Peyton. To this union, five children were born; Beulah, who passed on at the age of three months; Maude, Cora, Effie, and Byron. After spending a number of years in the Illinois conference, he transferred to the Iowa conference where he served a number of years. Near the end of World War I, he accepted a pastorate in the Kansas U.B. conference, at Republic, Kans., where he remained three years. After a brief period of service elsewhere, he decided to retire without any financial obligation from the church, and returned to Republic to make his home permanently, thereby ending approximately 40 years of active ministry, with but one vacation during this time. Soon after his retirement, his health began to fail, and during the last several years, he was practically an invalid, rarely leaving his home. March 23, he suffered a severe heart attack, and passed away the evening of April 7, 1945. During his career as a minister, Rev. Bruner was an untiring worker, interested in and participationg in all church and desirable civic activities. He was successful as an orgaizer and leader a man of good attainments intellectually, of unimpeachable honor and integrity. He was a wide reader and an apt student of the Bible until the end. As a man, who thru his long career enjoyed the friendship of many, he was greatly respected and admired. Indicative of a faith which was his to the last, are the following lines which he typed June 26, 1941. "Death is not a tragedy, for life still exists under a new enviroment. Death is not a calamity, for God is too wise to err. Death is not an experiment, for God foreknows all things. Better say it is an unavoidable event, for it is appointed unto man once to die. Life is long enough if well spent and too long if wasted." The near surviving relatives are his daughters, MRs. June Howard of Sidney, Iowa; Mrs. L. E. Slavens of Denver; Miss Cora Mae Bruner of Lawrence; his son, Byron Bruner of Courtland; five grandchildren; one sister, Mrs. J. D. Tedford of Excello, Mo.; three brothers, W. L . Gruner of Macon, Mo.; Russell Bruner of Excello; and Elias Bruner of Clarence, Mo.; and a number of nieces and nephews. His wife preceded him in death July 1, 1942 (transcribed by Sandy DeLauretis)

BUNTJER, VIOLET W.
The Courtland Journal
Feb 20 1986
page 2

Violet W. Buntjer, daughter of Per Vitus and Frida Johnson, was born July 22, 1907, near Courtland, Kanss, and passed away in Lincoln General Hospital, Lincoln, Nebr., on Feb. 6, 1986, at the age of 78 years, 6 months and 15 days. She was the second oldest of five brothers and three sisters. Violet was baptized and confirmed in the Ada Lutheran Church. She attended Bollen School Dist. 100, and graduated from Courtland High School in 1925. After graduation, she worked at the Courtland Mercantile, a dry goods and grocery store, until she moved to Kansas City, where she found employment. She was united in marriage to O. Everett Oakleaf on August 19, 1944, at Lindsborg, Kansas. They made thier home in Independence, Mo. Everett passed away in January 1955. Violet was then employed in the Women's Sportswear Dept. At Klines, in downtown Kansas City, Mo. She was married to Bernhardt Buntjer on April 29, 1961. They made their home in York, Nebr. She transferred her church membership to the United Methodist Church, York, Nebr. and was active in the circles of the U.M.W. Organization. Mr. Buntjer passed away July 31, 198. She was preceded in death by her two husbands, her parents and two brothers, Ralph and Clarence. Surviving are sisters, Ethel Freeman, Courtland, Ks., Ella Oaklear, Bucyrus, Ks., Dorothy Shedd, Overland Park, Ks., her brothers, Ray of Eastlake, Mich., Don of Topeka, and Dewey of Courtland, twelve nieces and nephews and one cousin, Eleanor Nickel of Sacramento, Cal. Violet was an outgoing person and enjoyed life to the fullest, due to her many interests, and especially enjoyed her family and friends. Funeral services were held Monday, February 10, 1986 at 2:00 p.m. from the Ada Lutheran Church in Courtland, conducted by Pastor Robert L. Albin. Music was provided by Mrs. John Cunningham and Mrs. Terry Oakleaf. Casket bearers were Terry Oakleaf, Gregory Shedd, Steven Shedd, Donald Wallin, Howard Reinke, Michael Johnson. Burial was in the Ada Lutheran Cemetery. Tibbetts-Fischer Funeral Home, Belleville, Ks. were in charge of the funeral arrangements. (transcribed by Sandy DeLauretis)

CAMERON, MRS. R.
The Courtland Journal
Nov 20 1947

Olwen Myfenwy Charles was born Feb. 19, 1866 in Morris Run, Pa., and died Friday morning, Nov. 14, 1947, in Belleville at the age of 81 years, 8 months and 26 days. Death was the result of a paralytic stroke affecting her right side which occurred sometime Tuesday morning, Oct. 23. She came with her parents, Mr. & Mrs. W. R. Charles, to a farm west of Republic, which they homesteded in the spring of 1868, when she was two years. old. The family was driven out by Indians, but returned a year later and resumed their home experiencing the hardships and privations of pioneer life. She attended school at Pine district near the home. At the age of 15 she took a 2-year course at the Fort Scott Normal school, returning home to teach in several school districts in the neighborhood. In the fall of 1884 she attended Kansas State college at Manhattan for a short term, being a member of the first home economics class under Miss Kedzie, the first teacher. On April 26, 1887, she married Roderick Cameron at home near Republic. They moved to Smith Center where they engaged in the grocery business. After three years they moved to Kansas City, Mo., going from there to Chicago where they spent 10 years. Following the death of Mrs. Cameron's mother, they returnied to Kansas, locating in Belleville. A year later Mr. Camerson purchased the Courtland Register, which they published for 15 years, Mrs. Cameron being the associate editor. Disposing of the newspaper plant, they returned to Belleville where she established a book and novelty store which she operated for 25 years. Selling the store a year ogo, Mrs. Cameron devoted the past year to building their home. During her residence in Belleville she took an active part in church, social and civic affairs. A few years ago she organized a Menningers' Bible class which she directed four years, it having a membership of 40. She also was interested in political affairs, having served several years as present of the Republic county Republican women's organization. She was a teacher of the Bible class in the Presbyterian church, to which she had belonged for more than 42 years. She remained a faithful member until her death. Surviving are her husband and a daughter, Mrs. O. E. McMullen of Courtland; grandchildren, Hugh C. McMullen of Lincoln, Nebr., and Mrs. G. W. Walter of Manhattan; one brother, Gomer T. Davies of Concordia; two great grandchildren, Marjorie and Stephen McMullen of Lincoln, Nebr., several nieces and nephews, other relatives and a host of friends. Funeral services were conducted Sunday from the First Presbyterian church of Belleville, with the Rev. Stephen E. Yemm in charge, Interment was in Belleville cemetery -Tiescope. The Camersons celebrated their golden wedding anniversary last spring, and enjhoyed a day with many firends and relatives who came for the special occasion. (transcirbed by Sandy DeLauretis)


CROWELL, EVELYN L.
The Courtland Journal
Sept. 1, 2005

Evelyn Lucille Larson Crowell was born January 8, 1930, to Arvid N. Larson and Helena A. Olson Larson at the family farm, rural Courtland, Ks. She was baptized and confirmed in Ada Lutheran Church, rural Courtland, KS. She attended a one room grade school, and was the only girl in the school her last three years. After graduating from Courtland High School, she attended Brown Mackie School of Business, Salina, KS. She worked as a secretary in Salina until her marriage. As an Air Force wife, she lived several places in the US and in England and Spain. After moving back to Salina she worked for Tony's Pizza for several years, and then for Marathon Electric in Lebanon, MO. She was preceded in death by her parents, and one sister, Faye Irene Larson. She is survived by one sister, Elner Langston, Courtland, KS., two children, Perry Crowell, Salina, KS, and Jeana C. Meinen and husband Gary, Manvel, TX., three grandchildren, Cody J. Crowell, Salina, KS., Nathaniel T. Meinen, Naval Air Base, Lemoore, CA, Erica R. Meinen, Manvel TX, other relatives and many friends. Memorials may be given to Ada Lutheran Church, Courtland, Ks., or Emanuel Lutheran Church in Salina, Kansas. Out of town relatives who attended the funeral were Hane Smith of Colorado Springs, Colorado, Beverly Moss of Colby, Ks., Mr. and Mrs. Gary Meinen and Erica of Manville, TX., Nathan Meinen of Naval Base at Lamoor, CA. and Larry Olson of Hebron, NE.(transcribed by Sandra DeLauretis)

CURTIS, BEULAH ROSELLE
The Courtland Journal
Dec 24 1964
page 1

Beulah Roselle (Hobson) Curtis, daughter of Charles F. and Kate (Brent) Hobson, was born in Gage County, Nebraska, Nov. 2, 1887, and departed this life at Greeley, Colo., on Dec. 11, 1964, at the age of 77 years and 15 days. She came with her parents to Courtland, Kansas, at the age of 16 years, and was educated in the Public Schools of Nebraska and Kansas, and at Kansas Wesleyan University. She was united in marriage to William F. Curtis on Dec. 24, 1909. To this union four children were born. Mr. and Mrs. Curtis moved to Greeley in 1952. Mrs. Curtis was baptized, and joined the Methodist church at an early age, and held almost every postion of honor and resonsibility in the local church. She was a musician of merit, and a beloved friend to all who know her, and a wife and mother of inspiring excellence. She was a member of the First Methodist Church in Greeley, where the Curtises celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary in 1959. In addition to her husband, survivors are three daughters; Miss Ruth R. Curtis of Greeley, Colo., Mrs. Frances Behnke of Lyons, Kans., Mrs. Ardith J. Leslie of Paola, Kansas; one son, the Reverend Charles M. Curtis of Wichita, Kansas; five sisters, Mrs. Edna A. Myers of Northridge, Calif., Mrs. Bert Lowell of Greeley, Miss Edith Hobson and Miss Helen Hobson of Albuquerque, N.M. and Mrs. June Hamitoff, ElCerrito, Calif., one brother, Charles E. Hobson of Wray, Colo., three sisters-in-law, Mrs. Lucy Curtis of Topeka, Kans., Mrs. Bess Hobson of Denver, Colo., and Mrs. Alice Hobson of Boulder, Colo., one brother-in-law, Mr. Arthur C. Freed of Courtland, Kans., and seven grandchildren. Funeral services for Mrs. Curtis were held at the First Methodist Church, Greeley, Colo., Monday Dec. 14, at 10:00 a.m., with the Reverend Laird Loveland, and the Reverend John Jorden officiating. Gravesdie service was held Wednesday, Dec. 16, at 10:00 a.m. at Mount Pleasant Cemetery north of Courtland, Kansas with the Reverend Paul F. Leslie officiating. Bachelor-Faulkner-Dart Funeral Home was in charge of local arrangements. (transcribed by Sandy DeLauretis)


DAVIDSON, LYDIA MARIE
The Courtland Journal
Feb. 6 1947
page 1

Lydia Marie Davidson, after a seige of serious illness, succumbed Sunday morning at 11:40 and went to her reward quietly and without a struggle. The came following a gradual weakening after Mrs. Davidson learned of an insidious growth in the region of her stomach, and she was not able to retain food during the last several days of her illness. Lydia Marie Pedersen, was born at Fuglejerg, Denmark, March 13, 1887, and passed away at her home in Courtland, Kansas, on Feb 2, 1947 at the age of 69 years, 10 months, and 20 days. At the age of 20 years she came to the United States to join her sister who had come here one year before. All of her life in the States, about 50 years, was spent as a resident in or near Courtland. She was a member of the Methodist church, uniting in early womanhood. She was a faithful and active member until her death. On the 15th day of October, 1903, she was united in marriage to Claude D. Davidson. To this union four children were born. For several months she has been in failing health, confining her to her home. In spite of her painful illness, she was a patient sufferer. Mrs. Davidson was a thoughtful and loving mother, a loyal citizen, and a true friend. Her loved ones, neighbors, and friends will always have a loneliness that can never be replaced. She leaves to mourn her death, her four children: Lee, Marjorie, Opal, and Blanche; seven grand children. Jerry, Donna, and Patricia Peterson, Connie and Wendell Davidson, Janice Hippolite, and Marion Sjolander; one daughter-in-law, Mrs. Lee Davidson, Courtland, Kans.; two sons-in-law, M. E. Hipolite of Jewell, Kans., and C. W. Peterson of Topeka; two half-brothers, in Denmark; two nephews, Carl Nelson of Denver, Colo., and Elmer Nelson of Formoso, Kans.; one niece, Mrs. DeWayne Johnson of Courltand, Kans.; and a host of friends. God made so many lovely things-- Songirds and butterflies on wings; Sunsets that look like melted gold. And stars, all that the sky can hold. Great oceans wide and mountains high, That have thier heads up in the sky; And dainty, nodding daffodils, White daisies, too, with starchy frills; It hardly seems as if God could Make anything more fine and good, But He made something better far Than any of these nice things are When He made Mothers. Memorial services were conducted Tuesday afternoon from the Methodist church in Courtland with the Rev. J. Ralph Watkins delivering the sermen. The mixed quartet, Mrs. J. Ralph Watkins, Miss Thelma Jeane Evert, B. B. Bruner and M. L. VanGundy, furnished the music accompanied by Mrs. C. C. Green. Pallbearers were Ray Fordham, Andrew Engwall, Lion Walker, Jim Ritter, Chas. Sjolander, and Lee Neil. Interment was made in the Courtland cemetery. (transcirbed by Sandy DeLauretis)

DAVIS, CHUB
The Courtland Journal
Jan 23 1964
page 1

Lloyd Davis of Scandia received word of the death of his brother, Chub, Saturday, January 4, at the age of 84. He was born and raised in this community and for many years operated a butcher shop in Courtland. Besides his brother, Lloyd, he is survived by a daughter and a son and a sister, Mrs. Oma Anderson of Denver. (transcribed by Sandy DeLauretis)

DAVIS, LLOYD WILLIAM
The Courtland Journal
Mar 18 1976
page 3

Lloyd William Davis the second of three children was born to Theodore H. and Albina Gant Davis on July 29, 1883 and grew up on his parents farm southwest of Scandia in Courtland township Republic Co. Kansas. He attended school at Scandia, Kansa and at Enterprise Public school District 42. On August 31, 1904 in Belleville, Kansas he was united in marriage to Ida Caroline Anderson of Scandia, Kansas. The first two yearts of their marriage was spent in Everett Wahsington where he was employed by the Everett Ice and Cold Storae Co. Returning to Kansas they moved to and took over the operation of the farm he was born and raised on, resideing there until his retirement from farming and stockman in 1966. To this union six children were born, four sons and two daughters, the one son Denton passing away in infancy. Lloyd enjoyed his chosen occupation of farming. He plowed, shocked the wheat and oats, picked corn with a hook or peg throwing the shucked ears into a horse drawn wagon, then to the farmyard scooping it into the corn crig. Lloyd lived through trying times. He was not an original pioneer of this area but his ancestors came here by wagon. Lloyd held different positions on the School Board of Enterprise District 42, when his children attended school there. For several years he was a member on the Board of Directors of the Federal Land Bank Asn. He found great pleaure in singing. Whistling and reciting of poems he had known for many years. He considered it a great privilege to have lived through almost a century of a most interesting period of American history. Lloyd passed away at AMary Lanning Memorial Hospital, Hastings, Nebraska Thursday March 4, 1976 at the age of 92 years, 7 months and 3 days. As pioneers one by one walk off toward the sunset may we be grateful for their sacrifices and may we resolve that as they helped build our communities so may we build overcoming obstackes and rejoicing in our advantages. He has completed his mission here and has gone on that last journey from which there is no returning. He has gone to the loved ones who have gone on before. Lloyd was preced in death by his parents, wife Iad, and infant son, a brother and a great grandson. Surviving are sons Lauren and wife Julia, James and wife Marjorie and Lloyd Wele (Jack) and wife Lorene all of Scandia, Kansas, daughters Ruth and husband Otis Nelson of Hastings, Nebreaska, Leona and husband Nathan Van Vleet of Larned, Kansas. A sister Oma Anderson, Portland, Oregon; sister in laws Maude Davis, Denver, Colo., Marie Anderson of California; 9 grandchildren, 18 great grandchildren, nieces and nephews, other relatives and many firends. Funeral services for Mr. Davis was Monday, March 8, 1:30 p.m. in Bachelor-Faulkner-Dart Funeral Home, Scandia. Pastor Arnold Wuertz officiating. Music was by Mrs. Loren Isaacson, soloist, Mrs. Gleen Loring accompanist. Casket Bearers were Kenneth Danielson, Beryl Thomas, Godfrey Boman, Arthur Jackson, Paul Freeman and Clarence Freeman. Internment in Courtland Cemetery, Courtland, Kansas. (transcribed by Sandy DeLauretis)

DEWEY, BLAKE
The Courtland Journal
Mar 18 1976
page 3

Blake Dewey, passed away on Monday March 8, at the Jewell County Hospital in Mankato, at the age of 79 years, 11 months and 15 days. He was a retired farmer and Custom Combine Harvester. Surviving are his wife, Effie of the home, a son Edmond and wife Frances of Formoso; a daughter, Mrs. Freda Warr and husband Harold of Haciend Hieghts, Calif.; a sister, Mrs. Nina Marvin of Hays, Kansas, 7 grandchildren and 19 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, three brothers, and a son Victor. Memorial services were held Thursday afternoon at the Kramer Funerla Home in Mankato. With Rev. James Gorman of Formoso officiating. Music was furnished by Ruth Clegg, pianist; and Gerald Boyles; Soloist. Casket Bearers were, Larry Hobson, Harold Morris, Howard Patrick, Darrell Calrson, Marvin Nelson, and Rudolph Nelson. Burial was in the Randall Cemetery. (transcribed by Sandy DeLauretis)

EDGERG, IDA H.
The Courtland Journal
Feb 8 1968
page 2

Ida Helena Edberg, daughter of Mr. and MRs. N. J. Nelson, was born on April 21, 1887, near Kackley, Kansas and died at the Dickinson Memorial Hospital, Abilene, Kansas, Thursday, Jan 25, 1968, at the age of eighty years, nine months, and five days. She spent her entire life in the Kackley community until she went to live with her daughter at Abilene in 1962. mrs. Edberg was baptized in infancy at the Ada Lutheran Church, and she was a member of the confirmation class of 1903 during the pastorate of Dr. M. P. Odin. Although health did not permit her to take part the past few years, she remained a loyal, steadfast member of Ada Lutheran until her death. On May 31, 1906 she was united in marriage to Gustaf E. Edberg of Kackley. To this union two childrenm, Edna and Harold, were born. Mrs. Edberg was of a quiet, unassuming disporiton; she was a devoted wife and a loving mother, whose unselfish interest in her family will provide many cherished memories for her children and grand-children in the years to come. She was preceded in death by her parents, two sisters and three brothers. She is survived by one daughter, Edna, of Abilene; one son, Harold, also of Abilene; her daughter in-law, Kathryn, and two grandchildren, Carole and Dwight; two nieces, Mrs. Desmond Almquist of Wichita and Mrs. Al Horvat of Denver, Colo., one nephew, Mr. Lawrence Olson of Scandia; and other relatives and a host of friends. Memorial service was held Sunday afternoon, Jan. 18, at 3 o'clock at the Ada Lutheran Church at Kackley, with Pastor Melvin Peterson officiating. Organist was Mrs. Ivan Bergstrom. Singers were, Mrs. Arne Johnson and Mr. Albert Segerhammer. Songs were "Beyond The Sunset" and "In The Garden." Casket bearers were Ivan Bergstrom, Eldon Larson, Marvin Kackley, Swen Carlson, Willis Trussell, Milton Sweat. Interment was in the Ada Lutheran Cemetery. The Blachley Funeral Home at arrangements. (transcribed by Sandy DeLauretis)

ENGWALL, FRED
The Courtland Journal
January 18 1945
page 1

Adolph Frederick Engwall, son of Jon and Sara Engwall, was born in Ing Taurp, Jonkoping Lan, Smolan, Sweden, on Aug. 24, 1863. At the age of six years he came to America and with the family located at Effingham, Ill. In 1878 they moved to Stanton, Iowa, and remained there until in February of 1880 when they came to Republic county, Kans, and settled on a farm seven miles south of Courtland. He has resided in this community since that time. He was baptized in Sweden and was confirmed in the Ada Lutheran church by Rev. Nils Ohalund on June 5, 1880. He remained a faithful member of the congregation throughout his life. He was deeply interested in the church and furthered any cause that would be for the betterment of the community and the church. On April 27, 1890, he was untied in marriage to Anna Augusta Johnson, who preceded him in death on March 12, 1940. To this union three sons were born, namely: Reuben, Marvin and Andrew. On Jan, 15, 1945, at 7:00 a. m. death came to him quietly at the age of 81 years, 4 month and 22 days. One brother, Oscar, and two sisters, August and Mrs. Ollie McGraw preceded him in death. To mourn his passing are the three sons and their wives; three grandchildren: T/Sgt. Quentin Engwall with the Signal Corps in Italy and his wife, Virginia of Galesburg, Ill.: Lt. Dean Engwall stationed at Camp Campbell, Ky; and Janet Engwall of Courtland. Others surviving are one sister, Mrs. Emma Olund of Bemus Point, N. Y.; one brother Dr. J. A. Engwall of Akron, Ohio; nieces, nephews, and a host of friends and neighbors. Memorial services were conducted Wednesday, Jan. 17, from the Marvin Engwall home, and from the Ada Lutheran church, near Kackley. The pastor, Rev. Carl A. A. Larson, delivered the sermon. The body was laid to rest beside the body of his late wife in the Ada Lutheran cemetery. Bachelor-Faulkner were the undertakers. (transcribed by Sandy DeLauretis)

EICKMAN, WARREN WILLIAM
Obit: St. David's Welsh Society of Nebraska Newsletter, Feb 2007 We extend sympathy to the family of Warren William Eickman (82), Crete, NE, who passed away on December 30, 2006. He was born September 26, 1924, in Republic County, KS to Lawrence William and Margaret (Davis) Eickman. He graduated from Chester High School in NE in 1942 and later served in the U.S. Army. He married Gweneth Moxham Eickman on March 8, 1945 at Belleville, KS. Warren farmed for several years and later worked for the NPPD Sheldon Station near Hallam before retirement in 1990. He is survived by his wife of nearly 63 years; children and spouses, Susan and Marvin Weber, Milford; Sarah and Ray D'Aguanno, Coventry, R.I.; Anne Walden, Lincoln; Paul and Eleanor Eickman, Springfield, VA and Brad and Joann Eickman of Denver; 11 grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; brothers Milton and Neal; sisters Ruth Eichman and Marge TeKoste; stepbrother Elmer Corbit and stepsisters Betty Bradford and Ruth Canning. His parents were Lawrence and Margaret Eickman and stepmother, Ruth Corbit Eickman. (St. David's Welsh Society of Nebraska Newsletter) (Submitted by Ida Maack Recu)

EDOM, CHARLES B.
The Courtland Journal
April 19 1945
page 5

Charles B. Edom, son of John and Emmelne Edom, was born near Griggsville, Ill., Oct 8, 1859 and passed away in Patterson Memorial hospital, Belleville, April 12, 1945, at the age of 85 years, 7 months, and 4 days. When a child the family moved to a farm near Avon, Ill., where he grew to manhood. When a young man he homesteaded near Winona, Kans., where he lived for 8 years. On April 19, 1893 he was married to Mollie Petter in Assaria, Kans., and to this union were born three children: Glen who died in infancy, Chloris of Courtland, and Mrs. Ruth Mizer of the Lincoln community. They moved to Ruskin, Nebr., and lived there for a time. In 1900 they purchased a farm in the White Rock community. In 1920 they sold that and moved to a farm in the Lincoln neighborhood, where the family lived until 1940 when they moved to Courtland. On Feb. 19, 1941, his beloved wife, Mollie passed away. On April 19, 1941, Mr. Edom was taken to the St. Joseph's hospital, Concordia, where he remained until February 1944 when he was taken to Belleville and spent most of the time since in the Patterson Memorial hospital. Although his suffering was severe at times and for one of his age hard to bear, yet when friends and neighbors called he always greeted them with a smile and a cheerful word. Only a strong faith could have kept his courage and cheerfulness to the end. He was a kind husband, father, and neighbor. Mr. Edom was a member of the White Rock church and later the Lincoln and at the time of his death was a member of the Courtland Methodist church. He was the last of a family of 12 brothers and sisters, and leaves to mourn his passing his two daughters, one son-in-law, Charles W. Mizer, and one granddaughter, Marilyn Mizer, also nieces, nephews and a host of friends. Memorial services were held at 2 p.m. Saturday, in the Courtland Methodist church conducted by the Rev. Wallace Carpenter of Sabetha and Rev. H. Riley. Interment was in the White Rock cemetery. (submitted by Sandy DeLauretis)

EMIGH, ABNER
The Courtland Journal
Aug 7 1947
page 1

Abner Emigh, son of Christian and Katherine Emigh, was born in Pennsylvania, Oct. 31, 1862, and passed away at the St. Joseph's hospital at Concordia, Kans,. on Wednesday, July 23, 1947, at the age of 84 years, 8 months and 23 days. He came to Kansas in 1877, first living at Stockton in Rooks county, and later coming to Formoso where he has since resided. After the death of his sister, Sarah, in 1930, he preferred to live on at the old home place even though the oss of his eyesight made it almost impossible for him to live alone. He was taken to St. Joseph's hospital on June 25, where he remained until death. He was preceded in death by his father and mother, one brother and two sisters. He is survived by one sister, Mrs. Linda Countryman of Courtland, and three nieces. Mrs. Edeth M. Leech of Denver, Colo.; Hazel M. Countryman of Courtland; and Hazel L. Bain of Inglewood, Calif. He was of a kindly disposition and was a friend to everyone. He will be sadly missed by his relatives and friends. Funeral services were conducted from the Community church of Formoso on Saturday, July 26, with Rev. H. O. Peterson in charge. Burial was made in the Calwell cemetery.

ENGWALL, FRED
The Courtland Journal
Jan 18 1945

Adolph Frederick Engwall, son of Jon and Sara Engwall, was born in Ing Taurp, Jonskoping Lan, Smolan, Sweden, on Aug 24, 1863. At the age of six years he came to America and with the family located at Effington Ill. In 1878 they moved to Stanton, Iowa, and remained there until in February of 1890, when they came to Republic county, Kans. and settled on a farm seven miles south of Courtland. He has resided in this community since that time. He was baptized in Sweden and was confirmed in the Ada Lutheran church by Rev. Nils Ohslund on June 5, 1880. He remained a faithful member of the congregation throughout his life. He was deeply interested in the church and furthered any cause that would be for the betterment of the community and the church. On April 27, 1890, he was united in marriage to Anna August Johnson who preceded him in death on March 12 1940. To this union three sons were born, namely: Reuben, Marvin and Andrew. On Jan. 15, 1945 at 7:00 a.m. death  came to him quietly at the age of  81 years, 4 months and 22 days. One brother, Oscar and two sisters, August and Mrs. Ollie McGraw preceded him in death. To mourn his passing are the three sons and their wives; three grandchildren: T/Sgt. Quentin Engwall with the Signal Corps in Itlay and his wife, Virginia of Galensburg, Ill. Lt. Dean Engwall stationed at Camp Campbell, Ky: and Janet Engwall of Courtland. Others surviving are one sister, Mrs. Emma Olund of Bemus Point N.Y.: one brother, Dr. J.A. Engwall of Akron Ohio: nieces, nephews, and a host of friends and neigbors. Memorial services were conducted Wednesday, Jan. 17, from the Ada Lutheran church, near Kachley. The pastor, Rev. Carl A.A. Larson delvered the sermon. The body was laid to rest beside the body of his late wife in the Ada Lutheran cemetery. Bachelor-Faulkner were the undertakers. (transcribed by Sandy DeLauretis)

ERICKSON, REBECCA K.
The Courtland Journal
Jan 25 1968
page 1

The funeral for Mrs. Rebecca K. Erickson, 90, Kackley, was held Sunday at 2 p.m. at the Blachly funeral home, Jamestown, the Rev. Richard Near officiating. Mrs. Erickson died Thursday at the Sunset Infirmary, Concordia. She was born March 30, 1877, in Smith County. She was a member of the Baptist Church. Survivors are a son, Marvin, Kackley of Kackley; a duaghter, Mrs. Opal Bishop, Jamestown; two sisters, Mrs. May Norval, Hastings, Nebr.; and Mrs. Lulu Everly, Denver, Colo.; four grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren. Burial was in the Sharon Baptist cemetery, Jamestown. (transcribed by Sandy DeLauretis)

ERWIN, MINNIE B.
The Courtland Journal
Nov 27 1947
page 1

Dr. Minnie B. Erwin of Miami, Fla., passed away at 5 a.m. Monday. She was the only sister of Mrs. Dora Larsen of this city. She was 70 years of age last April. Her husband also a doctor, died nearly two years ago. The Erwins lost a son in the Pacific during the war years. (transcirbed by Sandy DeLauretis)

FALK, C. J.
The Courtland Journal
Dec. 4 1947

One by one the noble men and women who blazed the trail are meeting the journey's end, and this week C. J. Falk joined the caravan of those who lived and died, doing his full share in the development of the communities in which he lived. His life span became 95 years, 16 days, so it is not surprising that the last few years his strength has been waning. He had to submit to an operation at the St. Joseph's hospital a few weeks prior to his death and was planning to return to his home when he peacefully went to sleep on Nov. 24, 1947. Charley John Falk, son of Mr. & Mrs. Gustaf Falk, was born in Asky Socken Ostergotan Sedan, Nov. 8, 1852. In June 1857, he with his parents came to America and settled in Swedona, Ill. In 1871 they again moved to Hepburn, Page county, Iowa. On Nov. 14 1874, at Bethesda, Ia. he was united in marriage to Lena Samuelson. To this union eleven children were born. When he was but a child he was taught the Lutheran faith, was baptized and confirmed in this church, having religiously lived a rich and consistent Christian life. He reamined active and supported the church activities as long as his health would permit. He was preceded in death by his wife and three children. He leaves to mourn his departure three daughters, Mr. Phoebe Rood of Lawrence, Kansas, Mrs. Irene Bloomquist and Mrs. Elvina Carlson of Salina; five sons, Victor of Kackley, John of Paonia, Colo., Joe of Loveland Colo., Raymond and Lloyd of Jamestown; two sisters and one brother, 29 grandchildren and 37 great grandchildren, a host of relatives and friends. Coming to Kansas, the land of virgin prairie, nearly 70 years ago, Mr. & Mrs. Falk drove their covered wagon toward the setting sun, experiencing the trials and hardships of the pioneer days. They settled in Page City, Kans., and made this their home for 11 years. There was no church there at that time but Mr. & Mrs. Falk opened their home to the people of the community and for two years church and Sunday school was held in their home. Fr. Falk helped build the Behesda Lutheran Church in Page City and his name and picture remain in the corner stone of that building. He also was a charter member of the Bethesda Lutheran church in Hepburn, Iowa, and even though he was a very youn man had the privilege of helping lay the corner stone of that church, which also contains his name and picture. While living at Page City, he served as deacon and trustee of that church. After 11 years, he with his family moved to Edgar, Nebr., and while living there, he served as Sunday school superintendent for eight consecutive years. In 1908 they moved to Jamestown where he has since resided. He was a member of the Ada Lutheran church at the time of his death. Mr. Falk lived a full life. He was a good husband, father, neighbor and friend. vitally interested in people and won many firends. Despite his aging years, he was interested in the affairs of the day and up unitl the last few months of his life, was alert in his reading and thinking. He loved his Bible and when his sight failed him, he asked others to read the 91st Psalm, which was his favorite Bible reading. In one of his last conversations to his son, he said "Now I have done my day's work. I hope I can soon be home with mother and the children for the Yule Tide." After Mrs. Falk passed away, Mr. Falk made his home with his various children to whom he showed a true and loyal devotion. (transcribed by Sandy DeLauretis)


FARRELL, CHARLES OLIVER
The Courtland Journal
Jan. 9, 1947
page 1

Charles Oliver Farrell, son of James S. and Mary Jane Farrell, was born Nov. 19, 1882, at Bolton Mo., and passed away at his home near Courtland, Kansas, on Jan. 6, 1947, at the age of 64 years, one month and 18 days. He was united in marriage to Minnie Williams of Randall, Kansas, on Nov. 28, 1900. After their marriage they lived on a farm east of Randalll until 1913 when they moved to Courtland, and have resided in this community since that time. Mr. Farrelll is survived by his wife, one daughter, Mrs. Lillie Alice Erickson of Bird City, Kans.; and one son, William Rexford of Courtland. One brother Neal of Concordia, Kan. and one sister, Mrs. Sarah Reed of Courtland, also survive. Three sisters and two brothers preceded him in death. Charley Farrell believed in living a simple, clean and helpful life. He was a devoted and kind father and husband, always doing all in his power for his loved ones. Funeral services held at the Courtland Methodist church on Wednesday were conducted by the Rev. James Gray of Belleville and REv. Ralph Watkins of Courtland. Music was furnished by Mrs. E. C. Wires and Miss Blanche Haggman, accompanied by Miss Mary West. Pallbearers were Ed Jensen, Frank Gradstedt, Erick Erickson, Rollo Thompson, Ray Muth, and Ralph Moe. Burial was made in the Courtland cemetery. (transcribed by Sandy DeLauretis)

FISCHER, ETHEL
The Courtland Journal
Oct 15 1964
page 1

Mrs. Ethel Fischer, 78, died unexpectedly Thursday Oct. 8, at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Bernard Samuelson, where she had planned to stay after her dismissal from the hospital. Funeral services were from the E.U. B. Church in Republic Monday Oct. 12 and burial was in the Lake cemetery, near Republic. (transcribed by Sandy DeLauretis)

FISCHER, ETHEL ELLEN
The Courtland Journal
Oct 22 1964
page 1

Ethel Ellen Stensen, daughter of Charles and Elizabeth Stensen, was born March 29, 1886 at Republic, Kansas, and departed this life in the late evening Oct. 7, 1964 at the home of her daughter, DeLores Samuelson, Courtland, Kansas. Ethel spent most of her life in and around Republic. She was united in marriage to Edward Fischer, Dec 25, 1910. Nine children were born to this union. She and her husband moved to a farm north of Republic, following their marriage and this was their home until 13 years ago when they moved to the present home in Republic. She had many happy memories of their Golden Wedding anniversary which, with the help of their children, they celebrated the first of January in 1960. She was a Gold Star Mother in the American Legion Auxiliary of Republic. She was preceded in death by her husband Ed, four children, Clarence, Hartley, Ketigh, who was killed in action during world war two, and a daughter, Thora, and also three grand children. The ones remaining who will miss her most are two daughters and husbands, Zella and Russell Hall, Scanida, Kans., DeLores and Bernard Samuelson, Courtland, Kans., thre sons and their wives, Charles and Anna of Sacramento, Calif., Evert and Renata, Phoenixville, Penn., Melvin of Belleville, Kans., twenty-eight grandchildren and twenty great-grandchildren, many other relatives and friends. (transcribed by Sandy DeLauretis)

FISCHER, KEITH M.
The Courtland Journal
Feb 22, 1945

Memorial services were held Sunday, Jan. 21 from the U. B. church at Republic for Cpl. Keith M. Fischer, who gave his life in the service of his country on Leyte, P. I., Nov. 9, 1944. Fischer was a brother of Mrs. Bernanrd Samuelson of Courtland. His parents will receive the Purple Heart award posthumously. (transcribed by Sandy DeLauretis)

FLORELL, CARL A.
The Courtland Journal
Feb 5 1976
page 1

Carl Adolph Florell, son of John Peter and Emma Florell was born March 18, 1889, at Kackley, Kansas. He passed away at the Jewell County Hospital, Mankato, Kansas, on January 28, 1976, at the age of 86 years 10 months and 10 days. He received an 8th grad education at District, 104. He was baptized as an infant and later became a member of the Ada Lutheran Church. He served in the U. S. Navy in World War I. He was a member of the Scandia Legion Post 193 and of the Veterans of World War I Concordia. On September 9, 1919, Carl was united in marriage to Myrtle I. Thoss. Three children wer born; Curtis Edward, Robert James and Joyce Beverly. Car and Myrtle began their married  life in Scandia and later farmed in the kackley and Courtland communities. In November, 1965 they moved to Formoso, Kansas. He was preceded in death by his parents, one son, Curtis Edward, seven brothers and two sisters. Survivors include his wife, Myrtle; one son, Robert and wife Idonna of Lincoln, Nebr.; one daughter, Joyce and husband Howard Patrick of Formoso; six grnadchildren, David, Brenda and Scott Florell, Lincoln, Nebr.; Mrs. Elaine Clark and husband, Eugene, Formoso; Mrs. Diane Dolinar and husband Davia; Wichita; and Anthony Patrick and wife Rebecca, Salina; four great-grandchildren, tow sisters, Mrs. Hildur Nolan, Courtland and Mrs. Elvera Johanson and husband, Karl, Galena, Illinois, one sister-in-law. Mrs. Belle Florell, Belleville, one aunt, Mrs. Ester Monson, Concordia, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Funeral services were held Saturday, January 31,1976, at 10:00 a. m. at Ada Lutheran Church of Kackley, KS. conducted by Pastor Arnold Wuertz. Graveside services by the Albert Isaacson - James Larsen Post No. 193, American Legion, Scandia, KS. Internment was made in Ada Lutheran Cemetery. Relatives from a distance who attended funeral services were Dr. and Mrs. Robert J. Florell,, David, Brenda and Scott, Lincoln, Nebr., Mrs. David Dolinar, Wichita, Mr. and Mrs. Tony Patrick, Salina, Mr. and MRs. Lee Stalker, St. Louis, Mo. Mr. and Mrs. Edgar Nantz, Topeka, Mr. and Mrs. Roger McCaulley, Elssworth, and Mr. John Florell, Nanhattan. (transcribed by Sandy DeLauretis)


GARMAN, LYMAN V.
The Courtland Journal
Jan. 9, 1947
page 1

Lyman V, Garman was born at Lena, Ill., Sept. 23, 1858, and passed away Jan. 4, 1947, at the age of 88 years, three months and 10 days. He was one of ten children born to Susan and Peter Garman. Two sisters Ida Shellhase of Republic, Kan. and Mattie Salyard of Portland, Ore. and one brother, William Garman of Jennings, La., survive him. He was married to Ida M. Hawkins on Oct. 25, 1882. To this union 12 children were born, three having died in infancy. His wife preceded him in death March 11, 1909. From this time on he assumed the part as mother and father. The remaining children are: Notia Kier of Courtland, Kans.; Lewis E. Garman of Pudolo, Colo.; Frank H. Garman of Republic, Kans.; Eva Peterson of Courtland, Kans.; Hattie Bixby of Hardy, Nebr.; Florence Guffin of Los Angeles, Calif.; Vera Stafford of Belleville, Kans.; Aridathol Harvey of Republic Kans.; Darrell H. Garman of Republic, Kans. He also leaves 14 grandchildren and three great grandchildren. Mrs. Garman came to Kansas with his brother John at the age of 21, and bought a farm two and a half miles west of Scandia, Kans. He lived there with his family until Jan. of 1903, when they moved west of Republic, Kans. In January 1917 he moved to Republic where he has since resided. He has had a membership in the Methodist church either at Scandia or at Republic since the age of 21. He was an active member until failing health kept him at home. Funeral services were held in the United Brethren church at Republic, Kans., on Monday, Jan. 6. The Rev. J. Ralph Watkins, Methodist minister there, delivered the sermon. He was assisted in the service by Rev. L. P. herrick, U. B. minister. Music was furnished by Mrs. P. B. Graham, Mrs. Paul Beck and Mrs. Leslie Johnson Pallbearers were Joseph Kelly, Fred Nitcher, Jesse Thomas, Russell Nystrom, Carl Nystrom, and Don Charles. Interment was made in the Courtland cemetery. (transcribed by Sandy DeLauretis)

GARMAN, VAL JEAN
The Courtland Journal
Sept 7 2000
page 4

Val Jean Garman, 70, son of Darrell and May (Thomas) Garman, was born May 31 1930, at Republic, Kansas. He passed away at his home on August 29, 2000, in Montrose, Kansas. Val was educated in the Republic school system and graduated from high school there. He was a resident of Republic until 1952, of Camarillo, California, until 1961, and a resident of rural Mankato ever since. He farmed, worked for a dairy, was a marina operator, worked at a feedlot and for the past 1 years, was a cattle manaer. He enjoyed sports of all kinds, especially rodeo, participating in this earlier in life, then later training others to ride and rope. He also enjoyed hunting, fishing and was an avid football fan. He married Velma Spurgin on April 10, 1948, and to this union three children were born. He was preceded in death by his parents and a daughter, Kay Fall. His is survived by his wife, Velma, of the home; a daughter, Karen Figgins and husband, Carl, of Mankato, Kansas; a son, Keith of Mankato, Kansas; two sisters, Narveene Brzon of Belleville, Kansas, and Vera and husband, Bob Burge, of Republic, Kansas; a brother, Darrell and wife, Arnita, of Lacey, Washington; five grandchildren, Troy, Travis, Trisha, Denoya and Jennifer; two step-grandchildren, Vinny and Elizabeth Fall; six great-grandchildren; many nieces and nephews and a host of friends. Funeral services were held September 1, 2000, at the Harmony United Methodist Church, Mankato, Kanss, with Pastors Harry Liggett and Sarah Hickson deSalazar, officiating. Music was provided by Reverend Thaddeus Hinkle, soloist, and Susand Harper, pianist. Casket bearers were Curtis Garman, John Harvey, Gordon Murray, Roger Reiter, Bradley Reiter and William "Bill" Burgess. Honorary casket bearers were Donald Johnson, David Warne, Jim Page, Charles "Ike" Soash, William "Bill" Logan, Darrell Miller, Duane Stroup, and Charles Warne Colson. Internment was in the Pleasant View Cemetery, Montrose, Kansas. The family suggest memoriatls to the Montrose United Methodist  Church, Mankato, Kansas, or Hospice of the Heartland, Beloit, Kansas. Melby Mortuary, Mankato, Kansas, was in charge of arrangements. (transcribed by Sandy DeLauretis)

GERTSON, MARGARET
The Courtland Journal
Jan. 22, 1976

Margaret Gertson, 83, of Formoso passed away January 11 at the Republic County Hospital following a massive coronary attack. She is survived by a son, Robert, three grandchildren and four great+granchildren. Funeral services were held at 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, January 14, at the Formoso Community Church. Mrs. Gertson was the loyal reporter of Formoso news for the Courtland Journal for many years. Our present files go back to 1939 and she was a reporter at that time. Mrs. Waunita Weir will be the new Formoso correspondent. (transcribed by Sandy DeLauretis)


GERTSON, MARGARET MAY
The Courtland Journal
Jan 29, 1976

Margaret May Ramsey Gertson, only child of Robert and Gertie Ramsey, was born October 25, 1892, in Formoso, Kansas, and departed this life on January 11, 1976, at the Republic County Hospital in Belleville, Kansas, at the age of 83 years, 2 months, and 17 days. She grew to womanhood in the Formoso community where she spent most of her life. On August 23, 1919, she was united in marriage to Frank Gertson. To this union was born a son, Robert Franklin. She was a member of the Formoso Community Church, the Formoso Charter Order of Eastern Star Lodge and the American Legion Auxiliary, and was active in other community affairs. Her greates pride and joy was centered with her family and doing for others. She is survived by her son Robert Franklin and daughter-in-law Mildred, three grandchildren, Roberta Sprayberry, Rodger Gertson and wife Danna of Odessa, Texas, and Roy Gertson and wife Marianne of Denver, Colo., and four great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband who passed away on August 27, 1955 and her father and mother. Services were held at the Formoso Gommunity Church, 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, January 14, with the Rev. James Groman officiating. Burial was in the Balch Ce,metery. Casket bearers were Nelson Keeler, Harold Morris, Gene Haskins, Harry Sweet, Donald Howland and Narl Hester.  Music was furnished by Charlotte Haskins. (transcribed by Sandy DeLauretis)


GOPPERT, ANDREW PETER
The Courtland Journal
Dec. 4,1947

Andrew Peter Goppert was born on a farm near Grovertown, Ind., on April 18, 1862, and died Nov. 20 1947, at the age of 85 years, 7 months and 2 days. He came to Kansas in 1884 and did farm work near Cuba. He acquired a claim under the homestead law near Stockton in 1886 and developed it. He moved his family to Republic county in 1901. His farm near Jefferson Center was traded for one in Cloud county in 1917. After living there one year he purchased the Wilcox homestead near Talmo where he resided until his death. He was one of the organizers of People's National Bank of Belleville in 1909. He was untied in marriage to Ora May Hardy on March 5, 1890, and to this union eight children were born. They are Roy O. Goppert of Belleville, Ernest J. of Cody, Wyoming, Caro M. Lash, now deceased, a son who died at birth, Grace M. Lash of Minneapolis, Kansa, Clarence H. Goppert of Kansas City, Mo., Florence H. Mikesell of Courtland, and Harry F. Goppert of Belleville. His widow, four sons, two daughters, 13 grandchildren, five great grandchildren, two brothers and a sister survive. Funeral services were held Saturday, Nov. 22, from the Talmo Methodist church, conducted by the Rev. H. E. Toss. Interment was in the Belleville cemetery. (transcribed by Sandy DeLauretis)

GRANSTEDT, RICHARD KEVIN
The Courtland Journal
Jan 23 1964
page 1

Richard Kevin Granstedt, 13, son of Mr. and Mrs. John Granstedt of Kansas City, died Saturday. He was known to have a heart condition and gland infection but was taken suddenly ill while watching television at his home. He is survived by his parents, his grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Fred Grandstedt of Kansas City and Mrs. Hannah Freed of Scnadia, one brother, 17, one sister, 11. Funeral services were in Kansas City, Tuesday and burial was in Mr. Olivet. (transcribed by Sandy DeLauretis)

GREEN, EDITH
The Courtland Journal
Dec 9 1976
page 1

Funeral services for Mrs. Edith Green, 86, were held Wednesday Dec 1, at the Free Methodist Church at McPherson. Burial was a Crestwood Memorial park, McPherson. Mrs. Green died Sunday at McPherson Memorial hospital. She was born Jan. 26, 1890, in Concordia. Surviving are a daughter, Mrs. Martin Brandt, Miltonvale, and a sister, Mrs. Ivy Walters, Concordia. The Journal joins the community in expressing sympathy to Rev. and Mrs. Brandt. (transcribed by Sandy DeLauretis)



GRIMM, WALTER WILLIAM
The Courtland Journal
Jan. 8, 1976

Walter William Grimm was born on February 15, 1896, to Charles Grimm and Carriw Mullencamp Grimm at Alma, Kansas. He was of a family of 12. He passed away on December 31, 1975, at the V.A. Hospital in Grand Island, Nebraska. He attended schppl at Alma and Bern, Kansas. Walter was married to Elizabeth Shearer on May 13, 1918, at Pawnee City, Nebraska. His life occupation was a farmer. To this union was born four children; Marie, Chester, Donnan and Robert. He served in World War 1 and was a member of the American Legion Post 135 of Formoso at the time of his death. Walter was a member of the Community Church of Formoso. Those preceding him in death were his parents, 2 sisters and 3 brothers. He is survived by his wife Elizabeth of the home; 2 sons, Chester of Freeland, Washington, Robert of Estacada, Oregon; 2 duaghters, Mrs. Veryle (Marie) Hallgren of Courtland and Mrs. Lewis (Donna) Weir of Chapman. Also 16 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren; 2 brothers, Fred of Eberett, Washington, and Theodore of Lake Stevens, Washington; and 4 isters, MRs. Emma Holcomb of Eberett, Washington; Mrs. Rose Reddman of Langley, Washington; Mrs. Edna Steiner of Sabetha, Kansas, and Mrs. Dave (Anna) Rassi of Morton, Illinois. Funeral services were held at 2:00 p.m. Friday, January 2, 1976, form the Community Church, Formoso, Kansas, with Reverend James Gorman officiating. Burial was in Balch Cemetery. (transcirbed by Sandy DeLauretis)

GROVER, G.W.
The Courtland Journal
April 10, 1947
page 1

G. W. Grover of Jamestown, father of Mrs. Violet Erickson and brother of MRs. C. W. Kackley, passed away Wednesday night at the Concordia hospital following a sudden heart attack earlier in the day. (transcribed by Sandy DeLauretis)

GROVER, GEORGE W.
The Courtland Journal
April 17, 1947
page 1

George W. Grover was born in Smith county, April 12, 1873, and passed away, April 10 at the St. Joseph's hospital at Concordia, aged 73 years, 11 months and 28 days. On Jan. 29, 1896, he was united in marriage to Miss Sara Elizabeth Chitty. This union was blessed with four sons and two daughters, all of whom survive him except on son, Eldwood, who preceded him in death a number of years ago. Hi is survived by his faithful and devoted companion of 51 years, three sons, John of Los Angeles, Calif., Orville also of Los Angels, Myron of Staton, Oregon, and two daughters, Mrs. Myrtle Lane of Scottsville, and Mrs. violet Erickson of Courtland; and 9 grandchildren. Besides his immediate family to mourn the departure of a devoted brother, four sisters, Mrs. Rebecca Kackley of Courtland, Mrs. May Normal of Red Cloud Nebr., Mrs. Inez Nuser, of Yakima, Wash., Mrs. Lulu Eberly of Denver, Colo., a brother, Floyd of Colby, Kans., two brothers and a sister having preceded him to the Great Beyond some years ago. The Grover family lived for many years in the Scottsville community until the year 1944, when he and Mrs. Grover moved to Jamestown where they resided up to the time of his departure. Mr. Grover lived a quiet, unobrusive life, going about his daily tasks and bearing his burdens with patience and fortitude. He was of a friendly jovial nature, mostly looking on ghe bride side of life. He deeply appreciated his many friends and enjoyed a visit with them, always enjoying a joke and a good story. He was of a sympathetic nature and was always ready and willing to render a favor or do a deed of kindness to help lighten the burdens of others. He believed sincerely in that Great Being in whom he "Lived, moved and had his being." He practiced the religion of the Golden Rule by his every day life and his conduct towards his family, his fellow beings and his God. He will be greatley missed by his immediate family, his near relatives, and his many friends in the Jamestown and Scotsville community. Funeral services were held from the Methodsit church in Jamestown and were conducted by Rev. C. G. Scouten, assited by Rev.Todd. Interment was made in the Westhope cemetery. (trnascribed by Sandy DeLauretis)

HAMILTON, IRA & HERB
The Courtland Journal
Aug 7 1947
page 1

Ira and Herb expired at 4 and 6 p.m. here on Thursday. Ira Hamilton, long-time police judge of Courtland, died today about five p.m. at his home here. While taking a shower in the shower room of Bob McIntosh's barber shop, Ira's brother Herb succumbed just before six o'clock. (transcribed by Sandy DeLauretis)

HAMILTON, HERBERT
The Courtland Journal
Aug 14 1947
page 1

Herbert Hamilton, son of William S. and Mary H. Hamilton, was born near Grove City, Christian county, Ill., Oct. 24 1872. He died Aug. 7, 1947, at Courtland, Kansas, at the age of 74 years, 9 months and 15 days. In childhood he moved with his parents south of Courtland, Kansas. He grew to manhood in the Courtland community, later moving to Denver, Colorado. The 15th of April, 1912, he was united in marriage to Alice Morgan. He leaves to mourn his death, his wife, one son, Morelli of Everson, Wash., two daughter, Mrs. Lela Davis of Chicago, Ill., and Mrs. Bessie Foster, also of Chicago; one sister, Mrs. Will Pierson of Courtland. He also leaves four grandchildren and four greatchildren, other relatives and many friends. Funeral services were conducted Monday morning from the Courtland Methodist church. Burial was made in the Courtland cemetery. (transcribed by Sandy DeLauretis)

HANEY, ALBERT E.
The Courtland Journal
Jan. 1, 1976

Albert E. Haney, son of Almira Comstock Haney and Ephraim Daurius Haney, was born October 8, 1890 at Courtland, Kansas and died December 22, 1975 at the Cheyenne Lodge Rest Home, Jamestown, Kansas. He attended Park Hill Grade School and later went to the Kansas State Agricultural college, now KSU, at Manhattan, KS. He was married to Helena Bland on June 7, 1914, at the home of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Will Bland, and they spent all of their married life in the Courtland area. They were the parents of one son, Winston A. (Jack) Haney, who now lives in Wichita, Kansas, and they also raised a niece of Mrs. Haney's. Betty was two months and two days old when she arrived in Courltand. Though not officialy adopted, she always went by the name of Haney, and was always refered to as their daughter. She is now Mrs. Delbert Bloyd of Phoenix, Ariz. Bert, as his friends called him, has been a man of many interests, with a special talent for mechanics. He has worked as Standard Oil tankwagon distributor, telephone lineman, Ford garage mechanic, Kansas Power troubleshooter, maintainer operator for the City of Courtland and for Republic County, post office clerk, operated his own garage, and worked as an electrician, wiring many of the homes in Courtland. He attended the Christian church, and served many years on the Volunteer fire department. Bert loved to hunt and fish and to search for rocks. He raised bees and gave away more honey than he sold. He was also an exoert vegetable and flower gardener, and all who called at the Haney home left with a gift of garden produce, wild game, or a bouquet of flowers. His survivors include on son, Winston A. (Jack) Haney and wife, Marlowe, of Wichita, Kansas, and one daugter, Mrs. Delbert (Betty) Bloyd of Phoenix, Ariz., two sisters, Mrs. Alice Brownlee and Mrs. Laura Stevenson of Wray, Colorado, two grandchildren, one great grandchild, and one great, great grandson, other relatives and friends. Funeral services were held at 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, December 24, from the Christian Church, Courtland, Kansas with Reverend Oscar Grover officiating. Burial was in the Mr. Pleasant Cemetery near Courtland, Kansas. Tibbetts Bros. Funeral Home in Bellebille was in charge of arrangements. (transcribed by Sandy DeLauretis)


HASKINS, ROBERT LEE
The Courtland Journal
Jan. 23, 1947
page 1

Robert Lee Haskins, son of Joe & Mabel Haskins, was born Jan. 17, 1928, and passed away three days before his 19th birthday, on Jan 14, 1947, in the hospital in Salina. He attended the Formoso schools. He enlisted in the U. S. Navy on his 17th birthday, Jan. 17, 1945, and was given a medical discharge about 7 months later, on July 7, 1945. Since that time he has been declining in health. He had been working the last 7 months at the Lamer Hotel in Salina. He leaves to mourn his passing his father and mother, two brothers Eugene and Jackie Joe, all of the home; his fiancee, Jetty Linden of Scandia, and his grandparents, Mr. & Mrs. C. J. Greenberg of Randall, many relatives and a host of friends. Bob had a friendly disposition, a sense of fairness, clean habits, and a thoughtfulnes for others which endeared him to all his friends. He was liked by everyone who knew him. Funeral services were conducted on Saturday afternoon, Jan. 18, 1947, from the Community church in Formoso with the Reverend Messrs. Gray of Belleville, Larson of Scandia, Glenn Scounten and H. O. Peterson of Formoso taking part in the services. Rev. Scouten is an uncle of Mrs. Haskins and Rev. Gray is an uncle of Bob. Music was furnished by the male quartet There was a beautiful floral offering and a very large attendace at the service which showed the love and esteem Bob held in the community. Interment was made in the Randall cemetery. (transcribed by Sandy DeLauretis)


HAY SR., THOMAS
The Courtland Journal
Feb. 8, 1945

Thomas Hay, eldest son of John and Catherine Hay, was born  in Tarbolton, Ayshire, Scotland, Sept 3, 1862, and departed this life at his home near Scandia, Kans., Jan. 18, 1945 at 11 o'clock a.m. at the age of 82 years, 4 months, and 15 days. He came to this country with his mother, three brothers, a sister, and an aunt, at the age of 10 years, the father came the previous year. The party arrived in New York harbor July 4, 1872, remaining on the ship until the next morning. They were continuing their journey direct to Waterville, Kans.,, the then nearest railroad station, where they were met by the husband and father, and brought to Republic County, later locating southeast of Scandia, which continued to be the home of the deceased for more than 70 years. In the early days he worked on the burlington railroad when it was put through at the north edge of Republic county and later learned and followed the plastering trade under his uncle, the late Dan McGuire, the first mayor of Wymore, Nebr. Afterwards Mr. Hay for many years engaged in farming. He was united in marriage Dec. 7 1882, to Miss Ella Wrigley. They took up housekeeping on what was then known as the Mike Sullivan place east of Scandia. Mrs. Hay preceded him in death in May 1889. To this union where born four daughters, Bessie Brown and Martha Olson who preceded him in death; Stella Scott of Norway, Kans.; and Della Flynn of Colton Calif. In the early 90's he and his daughters moved to his late home three miles southeast of Scandia where he continued to farm and rear his family to womanhood, and they obtained homes for themselves. His was an eventful and interesting life. No job was too big for him to tackle. On Aug. 28, 1898, he was unitrd in marriage to Louise Olson and this union was blessed with four children. Athur of Aurora, Kans., a dughter who died in infancy; Ruby Berry, and Thomas Hay, jr. of Scandia. Prior to  1913, the present comodious, two-story brick, modern home was built. Here he and Mrs. Hay contiued to live until his death. For several years he had lived a retired life. For the past two years or more he had been in filing health. To mourn his departure are his wife, Louise; five children, 24 grandchildren; 25 great-greandchildren, 3 sisters, Mrs. Jessie McHenry of Belleville, Mrs. Hugh McGowan of Rydal, and Mrs. Catherine Scrivner of Scandia; two brothers, John Hay, sr., of Willamstown, Kans., Wm. Hay of Belleville, Kans., and a multitude of friends. The Rev. John W. Frint of the Munden Methodist church conducted the funeral sevices from the Bachelor-Faulkner Funeral Home Sunday afternoon. Burial was in Poplar Grove cemetery. The large crowd in attendance and many floral offerings attested to the respect to which the deceased was held. (transcribed by Sandy DeLauretis)


HOBSON, CALVIN C.
July 28, 2008?
Christian Biography of Calvin C. Hobson

Calvin Cassius Hobson, the son of Clyde and Ida (Fisher) Hobson, the oldest of five children was born on June 27, 1924 on the family farm south of Hardy, Nebraska. He passed away on July 28, 2008, following a stroke, at the Republic County Hospital, Belleville, Kansas at the age of 84 years, 1 month and 1 day.He spent his childhood on the family farm six miles south of Hardy, NE, in Republic County Kansas. He attended Stover Grade School and graduated from Hardy High School in 1942. Calvin attended the University of Nebraska for one year. He joined the Naval Reserve and was sent to Iowa State University. He earned a letter in track, completed a B.S. degree in Electrical Engineering and was a member of Eta Kappa Nu (Electrical Engineering Honorary Society). After graduation, his orders took him to the University of Notre Dame for Midshipman School where he was commissioned as an Ensign. He served in the United States Navy during World War II, on board a minesweeper for eight months in the Philippines, Japan and Shanghai region. After the Navy, Calvin spent a year in Schenectady, New York and worked for General Electric. Due to the illness of his father and his love for the land, he returned to the family farm. He was a teacher and coach at Hardy High School for two years. On July 31, 1949, Calvin married Oleta Mueller and they made their home on the family farm. Calvin farmed, raised livestock and operated a construction company which included leveling of land for irrigation. They operated their farm as a Development Farm for Kansas State University when gravity flow irrigation came to the area in 1955. He was a member of the Union Church of Hardy, the Republic County Historical Society and served on the following boards: Hardy Co-op, Soil Conservation, Rosemound Cemetery, Big Bend Township, Rae Hobson Memorial Library and Unified School District #427. Calvin and Oleta enjoyed traveling through all of the 50 United States and several foreign countries. He loved sports, bird watching, reading, genealogy, visiting with people and sharing local history. He was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Clyde Hobson. He is survived by his wife, Oleta; two sons, Clifford Hobson, and wife, Sue, Topeka; and Leon Hobson, and wife, Claudia, Manhattan; daughter, Elaine Spafford, and husband, James, St. Joseph, Missouri; grandchildren, John Hobson, Topeka; Chad Hobson, Manhattan; Deandra Audley, Lawrence; and Shane Audley, Kansas City, Missouri; sister, Betty Becker, Black Mountain, North Carolina; two brothers, Elvin Hobson, and wife, Norma, Courtland; and Dean Hobson, and wife, Shirley, Bellevue, Washington; sister-in-law, Edie Hobson, Pittsburg, Kansas; nieces, nephews and a host of friends. Calvin was a devoted husband of 58 years, a loyal brother, a loving father, a fun loving grandfather and a friend of many. He will be greatly missed. His family takes comfort that he is with Jesus, his Lord and Savior. (Submitted by Millie Mowry)

BROOKS, EMMA C.
Narka News
Dec 22 1911
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Mrs. Emma C. Brooks, wife of J. A. Brooks of this city, passed away Sunday, Dec. 17, aged 66 years, 6 months and 29 was taken ill with bronchitis and her death was quite unexpected. The funeral will be held Thursday morning at ten o'clock at the Methodist church, Rev. A. L. Semans will have charge of the services. Burial will be made in the Belleville cemetery. Mrs. Brooks leaves five children, two daughters and three sons besided her husband to mourn. Mr. and Mrs. Brooks have made their home in the southeast part of Belleville and Mrs. Brooks has made many friends. She lived the life of a good woman and shirked none of the reponsibilities which o to make up such a life. (transcribed by Sandy DeLauretis)

HOBSON, INEZ
The Courtland Journal
Aug 7 1947
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Inez Hobson Freed, daughter of Mr & Mrs Charles F. Hobson, was born in Republic county, Kansas on May 27, 1892, and departed this life July 31, 1947, at her home near Courtlan, Kansas. She was graduated from the Republic high school in 1914, and she taught in the public school system in that community. On Dec. 20, 1916, she was married to Arthur C. Freed who survives her with thier children: Wallace, Mavis, Eldred Lindeerantz, Donald and Maurice, a daugter-in-law, Mrs. Maurice Freed, a son-in-law. L. L. Lindecrantz, and four grandchildren, six sisters and three brothers. She has been a member of the Methodist church since childhood and was always very interested in organizations whose motives were for the advancement and benefit of mankind. Funeral services were conducted from the Methodist church at Scandia on Sunday, Aug 3, by Rev. H. Larson and Rev. James Gray. Singers were Mrs. Joyce Johnson, Mrs. Reynold Nystrom, Otto Nelson and Harold Nelson. Mrs. Joseph Johnson was organist. Pallbearers were Thomas Hobson, Oscar Freed, Charles Curtis, Marvin Rosene, George Freed, and Glenwood Freed. Interment was in Mount Plaesant cemetery. (transcribed by Sandy DeLauretis)

HOWLAND, CHARLES EDWARD
The Courtland Journal
Sept 8 1988
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Items from August 17 1972

Charles Edward Howland was born the youngest son to Clark D. Howland and Lillian A. Stafford Howland on Jan 8, 1894 near Formoso, Kansas and departed this life at the St. Joseph Hospital, Concordia, Kansas on August 3, 1972 after becoming violently ill in the night. (transcribed by Sandy DeLauretis)

HULTQUIST, ALBERT
The Courtland JournalM
May 8 1947
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Albert Hultquist, 80, died at the St. Joseph's hospital on Wednesday. He underwent surgery two weeks ago and was showing improvement until a week ago.vFuneral services will be conducted at the funeral home in Scandia on Friday. Mr. Hultquist is survived by his wife, Mrs. Minnie Hultquist, one son Earl and three daughters. (transcribed by Sandy DeLauretis)

HUGHES, EDNA
The Courtland Journal
June 20 1985
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Mrs. Edna Hughes, 74, died June 14 at St. Joseph Hospital in Concordia, following a long illness. She was born in March of 1911 at Formoso and was a member of the Formoso Community Church and the Eastern Star Lodge. She was a 1030 graduate of the Formoso High School. Surviors are three daughters, Susan Abel, Burr Oak, Maria Anderson, Salina and Miriam Morsh, Agoura, Calif.; five brothers, Vernon Quy, Superior, Neb., Kenneth Quy, Billings, Mt., Newall Quy, Abilene, Texas, and Quinton and Harvey Quy, Sun City, Ariz., and five grandchildren, Her busband, Clayton, died in 1983. Memorial services were held Monday afternoon at the Formoso Community Church, with burial in the Balch Cemetery. Rev. Stanley Hughes officiated. (transcribed by Sandy DeLauretis)

HULTQUIST, ALBERT
The Courtland Journal
May 15, 1947
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Albert Hultquist, son of Andrew and Elizabeth Hultquist, was born on Feb. 21, 1867, near Bishop Hill, Ill., and departed this life at St. Joseph's hospital in Concordia, Kans., on May 6, 1957, having reached the age of 80 years, two months and 15 days. When only a small child, he moved with his parents to a farm southwest of Kackley, Kans. Except for short periods spent in Wyoming and California, nearly 70 years of his life were spent in the Courtland and Scandia vicinities. On April 6, 1901, Mr. Hultquist was united in marriage to Minnie Larson, and to this union five children were born: Nellie, Earl, Florence, Lillian and Alois. Mr. Hultquist was a hard and careful worker, and was always hapy when he was able to help his friends. He was thankful for kind attentions shown by his relatives and friends, and his jolly, cheerful disposition, even during his last illness, won him many friends, by whojm he will be sadly missed. He is survived by his five children: Earl Hultquist of Randall, Ks.; Florence Hultquist of San Francisco Cal.; Mrs. Nellie Gustavson of Kackley, Kans.; Mrs. Lillian Gohn of Shenandoah, Iowa; Mrs. Alois Donahoe of Los Angeles, Calif.; his five grandchildren: Ella Mae, Virginia and Kennett Gustavson, and Diane and Dennis Donahoe, and many other relatives and friends. Funeral services were held from the Scandia Funeral Home Friday, May 9, with the Methodist pastor, Rev. H. Larson in charge. With Mrs. Joseph Johnosn accompanist, Mrs. Reynold Nystrom and Mrs. Joyce Johnson furnished the music. Pallbearers were Messrs. Carl Florell, Everett Hanson, Gust Edberg, Will Monson, John Carlson and Allen Gunter. Interment was at Riverview cemetery. (transcribed by Sandy DeLauretis)

HULTQUIST, MINNIE
The Courtland Journal
Feb 27 1964
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Mrs. Minnie Josephine Hultquist, 79, passed away early Tuesday morning, Feb 25, 1964, at the St. Joseph hospital in Concordia. She had been in decling health the past several years and a patient at the hospital since Jan. 9. She was born Dec. 17, 1884, in Page county, Iowa. The fmily lived for many years in the Kackley community, until about a year and a half ago when she moved to Concordia to make her home with a daughter, Mrs. Lillian Gohn. She was a member of the ADa Lutheran church at Kackley, Kansas. Survivors include five children, Mrs. Nellie Gustavson of Belleville, Kans., Earl Hulquist of Jamestown, Mrs. Lillian Gohn of Concordia, Mrs. Florence O'Keefe of San Francisco, Calif., and Mrs. Alois Donohoe of Jamestown; six sisters and borhters, Mrs. Ella Luntedt of Red Oak, Iowa, Mrs. Esther Niswender and Mrs. Maureen Smith of Jamestown, Mrs. Bartha Frye of Randall, Kans., August Larson of Belleville, and Gilbert Larson of Jamestown; five grand children and ten great grandchildren. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. tomorrow (Friday) at the Ada Lutheran church at Kackley, with the Rev. C. A. Lofgren officiating. Interment will be in the Ada Lutheran cemetery. Blachly Funeral Home are in charge of arrangements. (transcribed by Sandy DeLauretis)

HUNTINGTON, ORVILLE
The Courtland Journal
Jan 23 1964
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Mrs. Elmer Chadd reports the death of Orville Huntington, former Courtland resident in December. He was 74 and had lived in Scott City for many years. His wife, Bianka, preceded him in death a year or more. Survivors include three sons, one daughter, a brother, "Bud" of Canoga Park, Cal., two sister, Ora Pugh and Naomi Fuller of Burney, Cal. (transcribed by Sandy DeLauretis)


HUTCHINSON, MELVIN
The Courtland Journal
Oct 15 1964
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Melvin Hutchinson of Jewell was fatally injured Friday morning at the home of his brother-in-law, Ray Howland, when he became intangled in a power feeder. Survivors include his wife and three children, his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Hutchinson; his grandmother, Mrs. Maude Rominger of Jewell, two sisters, Mrs. Ray Howland of Formoso and Mrs. Jay Kent of Broomsville, Colo. Funeral services were held in Jewell Saturday afternoon. (transcribed by Sandy DeLauretis)

IDE, EVELYN
The Courtland Journal
Dec 4 1947
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Mrs. Evelyn Ide of Fort Dodge, Iowa, passed away Tuesday night. She is the mother of Mrs. M. D. McComas, and was in her seventies. (transcribed by Sandy DeLauretis)