REPUBLIC COUNTY, KANSAS OBITS S - Z SALLMAN, MILLIE The Courtland Journal Jan. 11 1945 Millie Othberg, daughter of Jacob N. and Christine Othberg, was born in Chicago, Ill., Nov. 18 1873, and passed away at her home in Concordia, Kansas, on Jan. 7th 1945, aged 72 years 1 mo. and 19 days. She was united in marriage to Frank Sallman Sept. 26, 1992 at Belleville, Kansas, her husband preceding her in death in 1941. To this union was born eleven children, five daughters: Mrs. Darrell Standley, Courtland, Kansas; Mrs. Peter Rasmussen, Concordia, Kansas; Mrs. Seth Tibbets, Orange, California; Mrs. Orville Buhr, San Acacio, Colorado; and Miss Ruth Sallman of the home. Six sons: Lewis, Clifford and Walter of Concordia, Kansas; Lt. Col. Edwin Sallman, Netherlands East India and Elden of Ames, Kanss. one son preceding her in death. Also one sister, Mrs. J. T. Swanson, Scandia, Kansas and two brothers, Eli and Alex Othberg both of Courtland, Kansas, three brothers deceased. She has thirty-one grandchildren, five great grandchildren. Four grandsons are in the service: Cpl. Ralph Stndley, in France; P.F.C. Vernon Tibbets with Merchant Marine in the Pacific and Sgt. Ray Kniffin, Modesto, California. She came to Kansas at seven years of age and lived in Republic County until 1931 from Republic county to ten miles southwest of Concordia, living there until last Thursday, when the family moved to Concordia. Funeral servcies were held from the home in Concordia at 1 p.m. and the Lutheran church in Scandia, at 2:00, Jan 10, 1945, with Rev. N. H. Pearson  in charge. Intermnet in the Lutheran Cemetery north of Scandia. (transcribed by Sandy DeLauretis) SANDERS, MRS. A. J. The Courtland Journal Feb 1 1945 Mr. & Mrs. Hop Sanders received word Saturday that Hop's brother's wife, Mrs. A. J. Sanders of Kansas City was critically ill and word of her death followed. Mr. & Mrs. Sanders left Monday, spent the night with Mrs. Lucille Mudge in Topeka and she accompanied them to Kansas City Tuesday. Waldron Sanders came up from Clay Center and helped in the Clover Farm store this week, and Mr. Aaron Carlson took care of Mr. Fammmie Shaffer. Mr & Mrs. A. J. Sanders are former Courtland residents, Mr. Sanders operating a flourishing business at one time.  (transcribed by Sandy DeLauretis) SANDINE, CAROLINE MARIE SAWIN, GAIL EUGENE  Yell County Record Danville, Arkansas Wed. April 30 2008 Gail Eugene Sawin, age 52 of Russellville, died Thursday, April 24, 2008 at his sister's home in Russellville where he resided. He was born December 28, 1955 at Belleville, KS to the late Leo and Twila LaPlante Sawin. He is preceded in death by his parents; brother and sister, Terrance and Tamara Sawin; nephew, Jake Heredia. Survivors include his brother, Leo Sawin Jr. of the Happy Valley Community; sisters, Linda Sawin LaPlante and Debbra Sawin Chadwick both of Anderson, Missouri, Pamela Sawin Saldana of Russellville, Sandra Sawin Myers of California; ten nephews and nieces; sixteen great nephews and nieces and one great-great niece. Memorial services were held April 28, 2008 at Cornwell Chapel, Dardanelle. Cremation Arrangements are under the direction of Cornwell Funeral Home, Dardanelle. (Submitted by Kyle M. Condon) SCHLUTOW, MARIE The Courtland Journal Oct 18 1845 page 1 Miss Marie Schlutow 28, died at her home in California at 4:00 p.m. today (Thurs.) from the effects of pneumonia contracted a few days ago. Marie is the elder daughter of Mr & Mrs John Schlutow of Mankato. She attended the Courtlard schools and graduated from C.H.S. about 1936. Marie was a young lady with a remarkable personality, and the friends here of the Schlutows were shocked and grieved to learn of this untimely death. The body is being brought back to this county, and funeral services will be held from the Methodist church in Courtland probably Monday or Tuesday. (transcribed by Sandy DeLauretis) SCHLUTOW, MARIE The Courtland Journal Oct 25 1945 page 1 Marie Schlutow was born at Courtland, Kansas, April 27, 1918, and departed this life at Long Beach Calif. at the age of 27 years, 5 months and 21 days. Marie's early life was spent near Courtland, Kans. She received her common school education at the John Brown School and graduated from the Courtland high school with the Class of 1936. She also took one year of Business Education at Stricler's Business College at Topeka, Kansas. After receiving her education she spent a short time in Belleville where her parents were then residing, and then went to Albion, Nebr., where she had been employed for three years. She then came to Mankato, Kans., and lived with her parents and was employed as a bookkeeper at McCarthy's Hardware Co. Later she took employment with the International Harvester Co. in Concordia, Kans., for one year and nine months. Marie decided to go to California where her sister Beverly was employed. She took a position with the J. L. Woods Accountant Co., where she was employed until her death. She was a member of the American Accountant Ass'n of California. She was to be made a Junior Partner of the J. L. Woods Co. on Jan 1, 1946, Whereever Marie worked she was always popular and she always received very fine advancement in any employment that she undertook. During her illness of seven weeks she received all the medical care and skill that loving hands could give, and she was cared for especially by her sister, Beverly, and her friend, Bea Huddlestun, and by her physician, Br. MacEwing. Assisting in her care were two aunts, Emma Schlutow and Anna Dietzler. Marie had a very pleasing personality while in high school and during her employment in the various places where she went and it has been repeatedly said by her friends that she was a very friendly young lady and as a result she had many firends wherever she had emmployment, who will miss her very much. Preceding her in death are one brother, James, and one sister, Dorothy. Surviving her are her paternts, Mr & Mrs John Schlutow, one sister, Berverly, her grandparetns, Mr & Mrs James McNealy, several uncles and aunts and a host of friends. Memorial services were conducted Wednsday from the Courltand Methodist church, with the Rev. Fred Blanding delivering the message. Pall bearers were her class and schoolmates, Gene Spitler, Robert Blackburn, LaVerne Falk, James Stafford, Ward Douglas, and Leonard Erickson. Interment was made in the Courtland cemetery. The untimely death of this fine young lady saddened our community and the sympathy of the friends of the Schlutows goes out to them in their tijme of grief and sorrow. (transcribed by Sandy DeLauretis) SEGERHAMMER, MRS. ALBERT (EVELYN) The Courtland Journal Aug 7 1947 This community was deeply saddened today (Thursday) when word was received of the passing of Mrs. Albert Segerhammar about 8 p.m. the previous evening at her home south of Courtland. Evelyn, about 37, has been suffering for many months, and her last weeks of illness coused her to fail rapidly in health. (transcribed by Sandy DeLauretis) SEGERHAMMER, ANDREW WILLIAM The Courtland Journal Mar. 6, 1947 page 1 Andrew William Segerhammar was born Feb. 28, 1866, in Tuna parish, Kalmar Lan Smoland, Sweden, and died at his home south of Courtland on Feb. 28, 1947, on his 81st birthday. He had been in failing health for some time, yet his sudden death came as a shock to his family. He had enjoyed his noon meal with them but feeling tired and weak, he retired to his room to rest where he passed quietly into his eternal rest at 8:30 that evening. He came to America with his parents in November, 1873, when the family settled on a homestead four miles southeast of Scandia. Here he grew to manhood and attended the public schools. He lived in Belleville for four years while he served Republic county as Register of Deeds. He has been a life long church member having been baptized in infancy in Sweden. He was confirmed in the Amana Lutheran church in Scandia by Rev. Oshlund on July 2, 1881. He was an active and trusted member serving in offices as deacon, trustee, Sunday Schho superintendent and treasurer in this church until in 1921 when he transfeered his membership to the Ada Lutheran church where he has since been a faithful member. In the uear 1889, Mr. Segerhammar was united in marriage to Louise Bergquiest. To this union a daughter was born who died in infancy. His wife died after one and a half years of happy married life. These years of his life were spent in Western Nebraska where he had previously taken a homestead. He returned again to his home in Scandia and on May 20, 1903, he was united in marriage to Amanda Johnson of the Ada community. To this union four children were born: Albert of the home, Warren of Belleville, Eldred (Mrs. Clarence Schaefer) of Atchinson, and Leona of Kansas City, Mo. He was preced in death by two sisters, Hulda Segerhammar and Selma Lagersrom, and two brothers, Rev. Aaron S. Segerhammar and Rev. Carl J. Segerhammar, also by four half sisters and two half brothers. He leaves to mourn his passing his passing his devoted and faithful wife, who has been his constant companion and helpmate for 44 years; his four children, Albert, Warren, Eldred and Leona; two duaghters-in-law, Mrs. Albert Segerhammar and Mrs. Warren Segerhammar; one son-in-law, Clarence Schaefer; four grandchildren, Mariaon, Leona and Marlow Schaefer and Carl Robert Segerhammar; many other relatives and a host of friends. He was held in esteem by his asquaintances and had the confidence and respect of his neighbors and friends. He was a man of sterling character and a hard worker; kind and loving in his home and was ever interested in the application of life's finest principles. In his many years of active work he did not accumulate and leave a great deal of wealth, but he did leave a heritage to his children -- the memory of a life rightly lived. May the God in whom he had his faith weel founded bless those who now remain and may the memory of his life be a fountain of inspiration to all. Peace be to his memory! Memorial services were conducted Monday afternoon from the Ada Lutheran church with Rev. Carl A. A. Larson delivering the sermon. Music was furnished by Mrs. Abe Johnson and Mrs. Arne Johnson. Pallbearers were Max and Leon Johnson, Oscar and Truman Johnson, Reuben Engwall, and Oscar Johnson of Scandia. burial was in the Amana Lutheran cemetery. (transcribed by Sandy DeLauretis) SEGERHAMMER, MRS. ALBERT (EVELYN) The Courtland Journal Aug 7 1947 This community was deeply saddened today (Thursday) when word was received of the passing of Mrs. Albert Segerhammar about 8 p.m. the previous evening at her home south of Courtland. Evelyn, about 37, has been suffering for many months, and her last weeks of illness coused her to fail rapidly in health. (transcribed by Sandy DeLauretis) SEGERHAMMAR, HILDA EVELYN The Courtland Journal Aug 14 1947 page 1 Hilda Evelyn Segerhammar, daughter of Mr. and late MRs. C. J. Freeman, was born Nov. 2, 1909, near Courtland and departed this life after a lingering illness at her home on the evening Aug. 6, 1947, at the age of 37 years, 9 months and 4 days. She was baptized in infancy and confirmed June 8, 1924, by Dr. E. P. Olsson and has since been a faithful member of the Ada Lutheran church. She received her early educaion in the Center school and she attended Courtland high school from which she graduated in 1927. She then pursued her studies at Bethany college, Lindsborg, where she received a Bachelor of Arts degree in 1931. Upon completion of her education she engaged in the teaching profession, teaching in the high schools at Clements, Asherville and Jamestown, and she was loved and repected by all she came in contact with there. On Feb 3. 1943, she was united in marriage to Albert Segerhammar of the Ada community. This happy union was destined to be of a short duration - only four and a half years, but we do not always understand in this life why the hand of God moves and works as it goes, but some day we too, like she, thru faith, shall look up into His kind and smiling face and then know and understand. Evelyn lived a beautiful, constant Christian life; she was loyal to the church, always performing with willingness any task she was asked to do. She served in many places of trust and confidence; she taught the Young People's Bible class for several years, served as superintendent of the Sunday school, was a member of the W.M.S. and the Ladies Aid, and at the time of her death was secretary of the Aid, was the leader of the Junior Mission Band, a member of the choir, and was active in many other phases of church work, and the church of which she was an honored member will share in the loss of this faithful worker. Evelyn was a kind and affectionate wife, daughter and sister, always appreciative of any kindness shown her. During her long illness she has been tenderly cared for by those nearest and dearest to her, for which she showed an undying love and gratitude. She was preceded in death by her mother, Mrs. C. J. Freeman, who passed away Aug 1, 1946; also one brother, Elmer Gottfrid, who died in infancy. She leaves to mourn her untimely death her faithful and devoted husband, Albert, her aged father, MR. C. J. Freeman of Courtland; two sister, Ethel (Mrs. Elmer E. Johnson) of Scnadia, and Mabel (Mrs. Try L. Maness) of Lakeport, Calif.; two brothers, Clarence and Charles of ?Courtland; and many other relatives and a host of friends. May the God in whom she had her faith bless and comfort those who remain, and may the memory of her life be an inspiration to all. She would not want the ones she loves To grieve for her today; We must not say that she is dead, For she is just away- Away upon a journey, To a land that's bright and fair; And tho' we all will miss her here We know she's happy there- And memories of her will bring New comfor every day As we recall - she is not dear, For she is just away! (transcribed by Sandy DeLauretis) SHAW, MRS. W. A. The Courtland Journal April 19 1945 page 5 Hattie Estella Park was born in Herndon, Iowa, April 6, 1879, the fourth child of Marcia Ella and Charles Park, and departed this life April 14, 1945, at the age of 66 yeras, and 8 days, after an extended illness. She was united in marriage with Doctor William Almond Shaw, Dec. 31, 1902, and Belleville continued to be their home for the 39 years of their life together. To this couple were born five daughters, Anona, Eldred, Bernice, Harriet, and Ann Ella, and one son, Waldo Almond. On March 18, 1941, the death of Dr. Shaw occurred and since then she has lived in the family home. At the age of four, Mr. Shaw came to Munden, Kansas, with her parents and spent her childhood on the family farm. Later they moved to Belleville. From her early childhood, she has been a member of the Methodist church. Always her interest were with her family, church and community. Those who survive to mourn her passing are her sister, Mrs. Bertha Park Lee, Glendale, Cal.; her children, Mrs. Edgar Blackburn, Courtland, Kanss.; Mrs. Andrew Wieting, Glendale, Cal.; Mrs. Jack Hardin, Alpena, Mich.; Mrs. Robert Slater, Lawrence, Kans.; Miss Ann Ella Shaw, Mankato, Kans.; and W. A. Shaw, New Hyde Park, New York; eight grandchildren and her husband's mother, Mrs. Anna M. Shaw. (transcribed by Sandy DeLauretis) SHEDDEN, ELSIE The Courtland Journal Jan 11 1968 page 1 Mrs. Elsie Shedden, Formoso, 86 passed away Saturday morning enroute to the hospital at Belleville after becoming suddenly ill. Survivors are two daughters and two sons, Mrs. Dewayne Lindberg of Courtland, Mrs. Bernice Dannefer of Bashor, Charley Shedden, San Diego, Calif., and Frand shedden of Kansas City; one brother, Bill Dunstan of Formoso. Funeral services were held Tuesday afternoon at the Community Church in Formoso. (transcribed by Sandy DeLauretis) SHELLHAMMER, MRS. B. The Belleville Telescope Aug 14 1930 page 16 Mrs. B. Shellhammer died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. W. E. Smith, in Cuba, Tuesday evening, August 6th, after an illness of long duration. She had reached the advanced age of 89 years, 11 months and 4 days. Her husband preceded her in death on June 10 of this year. Mrs. Shellhammer was a pioneer resident of this community, and had made Republic county her home ever since the year 1870, during which time she lived in the Cuba and Agenda communities. Funeral services were held at the Methodist church in Cuba Thursday afternoon, and interment was made beside her husband in the Belleville cemetery. (transcribed by Sandy DeLauretis) SMITH, DOROTHY The Courtland Journal Feb 11 1993 page 6 Dorothy Smith, 63, McPherson, died Friday, Feb 5, 1993, at her home. Mrs. Smith was born Dorothy Rath bun on Sept, 1929, in Formoso and moved to McPherson from Jamestown in 1983. She worked at McPherson College and was a member of the Presbyterian Church, Jamestown. Survivors include her husband, allen of the home; a son, Jade of Haysville; two daughters, Sondra Woodard of Spokane, Wash., and Debra Holway of Gunnison, Colo.; a brother, Howard Rathbun of McPherson; two sister, Mildred Lundblade of Courtland and Wilma Key of Concordia; and six grandchildren. The funeral was held at 2 p.m. Tuesda at the Jamestown United Methodist Church, the REv. Palph Jones officiating. Burial was in the Jamestown Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Center for Basic Cancer Research at Kansas State University in Manhattan. (transcribed by Sandy DeLauretis) SMITH, ELLA L. Republic County Freeman Oct 29 1896 page 5 Died Oct. 19, at 8:30 p.m. Mrs. Ella L. Smith, aged 35 years, three months and 28 days. Miss Ella L. Wicks was born in Paw Paw, Lee county Ill., June 21 1861. With her parents moved to Lucas county Ioa in 1868. Was married to O. B. Smith Oct. 15 1876. To this union four children were born one of whom receded the mother to the spirit land Aug 13 1896. Their home has been in Republic county since 1878. The subject of this sketch was converted Jan. 3 1890, under the ministration of Mrs. Leo Bales of the Freinds Church, adn died in the full hope of heaven and immortality. She spoke of her decease which was for some time expected, as consumption did its work as simply "goin home." Funeral services were conducted Oct. 21, by Rev. Roy W. E. Jenking. The beautiful manner in wich the remains were laid away gave token of the great degree of sympathy excited by the case. (transcribed by Sandy DeLauretis) SMITH, WALTER GRANT The Courtland Journal Oct. 2 1947 Walter Grant Smith was the 8th child born to James Smith and Nacy Jane Morrison in Oskaloosa, Kans., April 3, 1870. He passed away Aug. 27, 1947. His early years were spent on the family farm nurtured in the strong Christian faith of his father and morther. He was a graduate of the Teacher's College, Emporia, Kans., and in 1906 graduated from Boston University Theological Seminary. He also attended Ohio Wesleyan for a year of graduate work. Walter Grant devoted an enthusiastic lif of service to his church and to his country. He was militant in his fight against sin in whatever form he found it. He was his children's favorite preacher. The Saviour was so real to him and his sermons were so graphic that the worship hours were unforgettable to his family and congregation. While serving one of his first charges in Topeka, Ks., he met and married Kathryn Franks Zane. Five children wer born to them: Marjorie, Kathryn, James, Charles and Woodrow. During his 30 years as a Methodist minister he was a member of the Kansas and California conferences and also served brief pastorates in Oklahoma and New Mexico. In 1915 he organized Trinity Methodist church in San Diego, Calif. Ill health caused his retirement in 1936 though he continued preaching occasionally and worked constantly with his brethren in every community where he lived. Thus his whole life was dedicated to helping build the Kingdom of God. he leaves a faithful wife, three sons, two daughters, eight grandchildren and two sisters, Alice Nowlin of Kansas City, Mo., and Jennie Davis of Oskaloosa, Kans. These mourn his death but greatly rejoice in the blessings which his life brought to so many, -from his service at the First Metodist church, and also from the Whittier News. Friends here at Formoso will remember Pastor Smith as he served both charges years ago. (transcribed by Sandy DeLauretis) SOTHERS, ELMER M. The Courtland Journal June 28 1945 page 1 Elmer Mitchell Sothers was born at Scandia, Kans., Republic county, July 13, 1871, and departed this life at his home in Courtland, Kans., on June 25, 1945 at the age of 73 years, 11 months, and 12 days. He was the first white child born in Scandia, Kans., and spent his boyhood on the homestead farm, two miles east and one-half south of Courtland. He attended Center grade school, later attended by all of his children, and still later went to the Great Bend Business college. On November 7, 1894, he was married to Miss Clara J. Downing. To this union six children were born, on of whom,. Floyd D., died in infancy. For two years after his marriage he lived on a farm three miles west of Scandia, later moving to his father's farm, which he later purchased and he resided on this farm until two years ago when he and his wife moved to Courtland, wher he resided until his death. About Nov. 7, 1944, Mr & Mrs Sothers were privileged to celebrate their golden wedding anniversary with all of their family gathered together for a family reunion. Mr. Sothers was one of the organizers of the Swedish-American State Bank on March 13, 1913, and continually served on the Board of Directors from its organization to the time of his death. For a number of years he had been the Vice President and at the time of his death he was President of the bank and as such has been intimately in touch with the growth of this community almost from its start up to the present time. He has given unstintedly of his time, money and influence in bulding up the community and probably there is no one in the community who knows more about the struggles, difficulties and successes than he did. At no time did he falter or lose confidence in the community or in its people. His contribution is one that is made quietly without any fanfare. His greatest interest was in his family and he has followed their successes very closely. In his later years the grandchildren have come in to take his interest. He was also a great lover of the farm and built a very fine farm home where for many years he handled large numbers of livestock and here also he made his contribution to the community life. He was a member of the Masonic Body at Scandia. Those who are left to mourn his departure are his beloved wife Clara of over 50 years of married life, three daughters, Mrs. Gertrude Tebow of Corpus Christi, Tex.; Mrs. Thelma Nelson of Las Cruces, New Mexico; Mrs. Edna Place of Rock City, Ill; and two sons, Elder and Milliard, both living near Courtland, Kans. He also leaves 10 grandchildren, and a host of friends in the two communities of Courtland and Scandia that he has made over a period of more than 70 years of square dealing. Memorial services were conducted from the Methodist church of Courtland with the Rev. Roy Allsbury delivering the sermon. Pallbearers were Dr. V. C. Hurtig, Theo Garman, Ralph Brooks, Lloyd Garman, Louis Moore, and Carl Erickson. Interment was in the Courtland cemetery. Graveside services were conducted by the Masons, the Lebanon Lodge, No. 221, of Scandia Ks. Bachelor-Faulkner were the funeral directors. The funeral services were held Wednesday, June 27. (transcribed by Sandy DeLauretis) SPIEGEL, LAURA MAY The Courtland Journal Feb 21 1985 page 2 Laura Spiegel passed away on February 6, 1985, at the age of 91 years, 1 month, and 27 days, at the Belleville Health Care Center, Belleville, Kansas, where she had lived since August 1978. Laura was born December 9, 1893, on a farm near Ocheltree, Kansas, and was the eldest of the three children born to Jacob Smith Levi and Mary Elizabeth Baker Levi. Her early schooling was in a one-room school house near Spring Hill where her teacher took her to school by horse and buggy. She started high school in Spring Hill in the Fall of 1908 at age 15; however, her mother died unexpectedly the following month. The next year her father moved to Olathe where Laura continued high school. Her father was a guard at the State Penitentiary at Lansing and later a Deputy Sheriff in Olathe, Kansas. After Laura's father remarried, she and her sister and brother attended Kansas University where Laura received her Bachelor of Arts degree, with a major in English, in 1918. She was a member of Kappa Phi sorority. While at K.U. she became a close friend of Ruth Patrick, who later married Bill Spiegel, of Randall, Kansas. While visiting Ruth in Randall, she met Jacob Albert Spiegel. She and Jacob married in 1923, after Laura had completed three years teaching high school in western Kansas at Syracuse and Ingalls. During the first five years of their marriage, Jake and Laura lived on a farm west of Formoso, Kansas, where their first three sons, Dale, Con, and Jack, were born. They then built a house on the west edge of Formoso, where their fourth son, Richard, was born. Jack and Laura lived in this home and Jake farmed until his death August 30, 1963, at the age of 83 years. Her sister, Ada Viola Glens, brother, DAle Baker Levi, and parents preceded her in death by several years. Laura Spiegel is survived by her four sons, nine grandchildren, and one great grandchild. Her eldest son, Dale, obtained a Bachelor of Law degree, at K.U., and lives in Olympia, Washington. Her second son, Don, obtained a Ph. D. degree from K.U. and is a psychologist with the Veteran's Administration, in Los Angeles, California. Her third son, Jack, a retired farmer, also lives in Los Angels. Her youngest son, Richard, obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in Agronomy from Kansas State University, where his wife, Nancy, attended and his son, Steven, is presently a student. She maintained a lifetime mebership in the Order of Easter Star--Anchor Chapter #3, Olathe, Kansas. She enjoyed her affiliation of the Formoso Library Club. She was a lifetime member of the Universiaty of Kansas Alumni Association. Laura Speigel will be remembered as a compassionate and caring firend. She was a member of the Methodist Episcopal Church of Formoso for many years, and later of the of the Formoso Community Church. She was a devoted mother, totally dedicated to the rearing and education of her family. She was a strong and dominant personality who lived by her Christian precepts and values. Memorial services were held from the Tibbetts Brother Chapel on Saturday, Februrary 9, 1985, by Reverend James Gorman. Mrs. Tom Kieffer was organist. Casket bearers were John Anderson, Richard Gardner, Mark Spiegel, Robert Clark, Donal Mikesell, and Steven Speigel. Interment was in the Pleasant View Cemetery, Formoso, Kansas. (transcribedby Sandy DeLauretis) SPITLER, OLIVER W. The Courtland Journal August 9 1945 page 1 Oliver W. Spitler was born Aug. 26, 1894, at Staunton, Va. When a young man he came to Courtland and made his home with his uncle, Jake Spitler and family, and grew to manhood here. He was a veteran of World War I. On Oct. 11, 1922, he was married to Izetta M. Vincent of Concordia, Kans., and three daughters were born to bless this union. They are Phyllis Jean, who passed away at three years of age, Mrs. Audrey Lorraine Clyburn of East Los Angeles, Calif., and Beverly Joan, who lives at the Spitler home at 3639 East 60th pl., Huntington Park, Calif. Nine years ago, Mr. Sptiler and family moved to Huntington Park, where they have lived since that time. Death came unexpectedly to the deceased in an accident in the Westland warehouse, Centrel Manufacturing district, in July 1945 as he was working on an elevator gate. An operator, unaware that Oliver W. Spitler was working on the gate below him, sent downward an elevator that accidentally killed him. He is survived by his wife and two daughters, and grandson of California, and three sisters: Mrs. George Copenhaven, Clendenin, West Va.; Mrs. Charles Frazier, Charleston West Va.; and Mrs. John Carrier of Mint Spring, Va.; also a brother, J. Howard Spitler of Staunton. Surviving also are two half sisters: Mrs. Homer Garland, Fishersville, Va.; and Mrs. Ellis Warrenn of Pennsylvania; one half-brother, Wilbur H. Spitler of Swoope, Va. His stepmother survives, Mrs. Ross Spitler of Fishersville. Funeral services were held on Friday at 1 p.m. in Wheat-Halverson chapel at Huntington Park with the Rev. Lyman H. Coker officiating. Interment was made at Rose Hills Memorial Park. (transcribed by Sandy DeLauretis) STAFFORD, ROLAND The Courtland Journal Dec 31 1964 page 1 Roland Stafford, 74 long time resident of this area died Monday following a heart attack. Funeral services were Wednesday from the Formoso church (transcribed by Sandy DeLauretis) STANDLEY, MARVIN ALVA The Courtland Journal May 8 1947 page 1 Marine Pfc. Marvin Alva Standley son of Eldon and Sarah Standley, was born Oct. 28, 1928, at Republic, and departed this life on April 24, 1947, at the Marine Base, San Diego, Calif., having reached the age of 18 years, 4 months and 27 days. Sister, Bessie Eideen, preceded Marvin in death in 1924. Marvin started his schooling at Hardy, Nebr. After six years at Hardy and two years at Superior, Nebr., his parents moved to Grand Island and he finished all but one year of his high school course there, as he joined the United States Marine Corps on Aug. 29, 1946. He was finishing his last year of high school in the service and was planning to attend college upon leaving the service. It was easy for Marvin to make friends because of his happy carefree disposition. Those who knew him best will remember that he generously into life those things that filled it with happiness and joy for himself and others. His keen enjoyment in his home life was very evident, and Marvin was greatly interested in athletics, in swimming and every activity of the all around athlete. Those who are left to mourn thier loss are his bereaved father and mother, Mr & Mrs Eldon Standley of Scandia; three sisters, Martha J. Davis and Betty Lea Knapp of Grand Island, Nebr., and Ginger May Standley of Scandia; two brothers, Joe W. Standley of Colton, Calif., and Richard (LaVerne Standley of San Bernardino, Calif., a grandfather, Alex Standley of Orange, Calif., serveral other relatives and friend in California, Nebraska and Kansas. Funeral services were held Sunday afternoonm May 4, 1947, at the Scandia Funeral Home and at the Methodist church with the pasotr, Rev. H. Larson in charge of the services, and The Albert Isaacson-James Larsen Post 193 of the American Legion acting as escort from the Funeral Home to the church and thruout the service. With Mrs. Joseph Johnson at the organ, Mrs. Reynold Nystrom adn Mrs. Joyce Johnson presented the musical numbers. Pallbearers were the Messrs Allen Gunter, Maurice Medlin, Guy Frazier, Vernon Evert, Harlan Sandell and James Davis. Military services were conducted at the graveside by the Albert Isaacson James Larsen Post No. 193 of the American Legion, Scandia, and interment was at the Courtland cemetery at Courtland, Kansas. (transcribed by Sandy DeLauretis) STRATMAN, ROBERT The Courtland Journal Jan 8 1976 page 4 Bob Stratman, age 34, died Tuesday, Dec. 30, of burns received when their home in North Carolina burned Sunday, December 21. He was flown to the Burn Center in Texas. Military Graveside Services were held, Saturday in Kelso, Tennessee. He is survived by his wife and four children. Bob attended school in Lovewell. (transcribed by Sandy DeLauretis) STRNAD,CHARLES H. The Courtland Journal April 23 1964 page 1 Charles H. Strnad, 77 died April 17. Funeral services were at 10 a.,. April 20 from the Presbyterian church in Munden. Burial was in Tabor cemetery. Charles Strnad was employed in banks in Montrose, Courtland and Munden. In 1949 was elected to the office of county clerk and held that position for 14 years. At the time of his death he lived in Emporia. Survivors include his wife Bertha, two daughters, Ardith Drummond of Emporia and Melba Davis of West Lafayette, Ind., a son, Dr. Jordon Strnad, of Kansas City, 2 brothers and five sisters. (transcribed by Sandy DeLauretis) STURTEVANT, THOS. A. The Courtland Journal Dec 27 1945 page 1 Thos. H. Sturtevant was born near Dekalb, Ill., Jan 3, 1863, and departed this life at his home near Formoso on Dec. 7, 1945. He had been in failing health for several years. He was married to Savilia Potter, daughter of one of earliest pioneer, on Jan. 28, 1885. In the nearly 61 years of their married life only five years were spent outside of this community. Two children came to gladden their hearts. Thomas Leonard of Waueta, Nebr., and Mrs. Ethyl Dempsey of Montrose, Kans. Of his brother's family he was the last to be called. His parents, seven sisters and seven brothers having preceded him in death. He is survived by his wife, his two children and 13 grand children, and 15 great grandchildren. Funeral services were conducted at Formoso Sunday afternoon. Dec. 9, by Rev. Maude Sears. Mrs. Jackson Gavin and Mrs. Floyd Hout were the singers accompanied by Mrs. Harry Hayman. Burial was made at the Caldwell cemetery. (transcribed by Sandy DeLauretis) SWANSON, EDITH The Courtland Journal Sep 8 1988 page 2 Items from Sept 7 1961 Mrs. Edith Swanson, 76, a resident of the Scandia community for 60 years died Thursday afternoon a her home northwest of Scandia following a short illness. (transcribed by Sandy DeLauretis) TIBBETTS, J.E. The Courtland Journal Mar 12 1964 page 1 Tibbetts Bros. Store was closed Saturday afternoon on account of the death of J. E. Tibbetts of Marion, father of Jim and Dean Tibbetts. Mr. Tibbetts, a dentist and long time resident of Marion died unexpectedly Friday of a heart attack. Funeral services were at the Presbyterian church in Marion Sunday. Mrs. Tibbetts passed away about three months ago after a long illness. (transcribed by Sandy DeLauretis) TRUSSELL, HAZEL B. The Courtland Journal April 26 1990 page 3 Hazel B. Trussell, 89, Jamestown, died Wednesday, April 18, 1990, at Cheyenne Lodge Nursing Home in Jamestown. She was born May 3, 1900 at Scottsville to Ira and Stella Hosler Abram. She moved with her parents to Colby in 1905 and then to Randall in 1910. She attended Jaybird School in Jewell County and graduated from Randall Rual High School in 1919. On Jan. 25, 1925, she married Ralph L. Trussell at Randall. He died Ma 27, 1984. She lived in Randall community until 1966 when she moved to Jamestown. She was a member of the Jamestown United Methodist Church and the Randall Study Club. Survivors include a daughter, Naomi and husband Lawrence Flewelling of Courtland; two sons, Lyle and Jean of Delphos, and Bill and wife JoAnn of Wichita; a sister, Irbie Hanson, Mankato; 13 grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren. Besides her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents and two brothers. Funeral services were held at 10:30 a.m., Saturday, April 21, at the Jamestown United MethodistChurch with the Revs. Ralph Jones and Roberta Faulkner officiating. Burial was in the Jamestown Cemetery. (transcirbed by Sandy DeLauretis)   TUCKER, LEE E. The Courtland Journal Nov 26 1964 page 1 Lee E. Tucker, 72, 1745 McAlister, Topeka, died Saturday in a Topeka hospital. He was born June 25, 1892 in Courtland to James and Alma Tucker. He had lived in Topeka 20 years. He was a retired electrician for the Topeka VA Hospital, where he was employed 15 years. He was a member of the Christian church Courtland and Capitol Post No. 1 of the American Legion, Topeka. Survivors include his wife, Ada, of the home; two sons, Kenneth, Plainville, and Dean, Manhattan; two brothers, Victor, Fort Lyons, Colo., and Ray of Vallejo, Calif., and six grandchildren. Funeral services were held in the Christian church in Courtland Tuesday afternoon and was conducted by Geo. Sills. Casket bearers were Wilbur Hedges, Theo Garman, Oliver Johnson, Edgar Linblad, George Chase and Rudolph Stener. Tibbetts Bros. were in charge of arrangements at Courtland. (transcribed by Sandy DeLauretis) TULLY, ARTHUR, R. Republic County Freeman Dec 5 1895 page 5 Arthur R. Tully, aed 21 years, seven months and 16 days of a complication of diseases, the result of an injury received when a boy. Seventeen years ago he slipped and hurt his hip. since the he has had several operation performed but not resulting in a permant cure, and for the last five years he has gone on a cruch.He was however active and quick and has been employed at the U. P. depot for some time. But about six weeks ago a swelling appeared on his neck for which he was treated and he finally went to the "Healer" at Denver and thinks he got some relief but was taken worse before his return and went rapidly down till his death which occured on Thursday Nov. 28th at seven a.m. The funeral was held Nov. 29th in the Christin church and his remains were interred in the Belleville cemetery. A very large concourse of people were present at the sermon which was conducted by Rev. J. L.Stine. (transcribed by Sandy DeLauretis) VANCE, MINNIE The Courtland Journal Oct 4 1945 page 1 Mr & Mrs Alex Goble were called to Belleville Tuesday  by the sudden illness of his sister, Mrs. Minnie Vance. She was taken to the hospital, but passed away after only a few hours illness. (transcribed by Sandy DeLauretis) VANCE, EUNICE OSHLUND The Courtland Journal Mar 18 1976 page 3 Mrs. Albert Vance died February 28 at the Wahoo Nebraska Hospital after an extended illness. Funeral services were held at the Wahoo Lutheran Church Mar. 4 and she was buried in the Vance family lot at Guide Rock, Nebraska. She has many firends and relatives in this area. (transcribed by Sandy DeLauretis) VANCE, MINNIE A. The Courtland Journal Oct 11 1945 page 1 Minnie A. Vance, daughter of W. J. and Elizabeth Goble, was born in Payne coutny, Ky., Feb. 2, 1876, and passed away at Patterson Memorial hospital in Belleville, Kans., Oct 2, 1945. While in her early childhood she and her parents moved to Byrns, Nebr., where she resided until 1903 when she was united in marriage to W. D. Vance on Sept. 1 of that year. She resided in Belleville, Kan., since that date. Minnie A. Vance has been a member of the Methodist church since childhood. She is survived by one brother and five sisters: Alex Goble of Courtland, Kans.; Mrs. B. Sells, Collinsville, Ala.; Mrs. Paul Williford of Big Sandy, Mont.; Myrtle Moore and Glayds Wheeler, Los Angeles, Calif.; and Bessie Gearson, Seattle, Wash.; and a host of frientd to mourn her passing. Services were conducted Sunday from Belleville and burial was made in the Courtland cemetery. (transcribed by Sandy DeLauretis) VANGUNDY, FRANCES The Courtland Journal Jan 7 1988 page 4 Frances LeEleanor Hull Van Gundy was born April 21, 1911, to Abram and Elsie Hull in Rooks County, Kansas. After graduating from High School and Normal Training, she taught country school. While she was still teaching, she attended and graduated from Fr. Hays State College, Kansas, in 1937. She married Maurice L. VanGundy, a young printer with the "Osborne County Farmer", on June 4, 1938. (They would have celebrated their 50th Anniversary this comming summer!) She continued to teach school in Shall Water, Courtland, and Formoso while they lived in Simpson and Courtland, Kansas. Two daughters were born to them, Sharon in 1939, and Sheryl in 1942, during this time. They also owned and operated "The Courtland Journal", a weekly newspaper, from 1940-1952. A third daughter, Kristen, was born to them in 1952, during the time they lived in American Falls, Idaho. After they moved to Colorado Sprinds, Colorado, where Sandy took a job with Shepard's Citations, as a linotypist, Fran soon began to work for the Air Force in Civil Service where she served until 1976, when borh she and Sandy retired. After retirement, the VanGundys spent much of their time visiting their daughters and families. In 1983 they sold their Colorado Springs home and moved to their retirement home in Nebraska, on the farm of their eldest daughter, Sharon and her husband Leon Nelson. Frances first had cance, treatment, and surgery for it in 1957; she remained free of cancer until 1984 when she was diagnosed with bone cancer. She was able to remain in the companioship and care of her husband at home almost the entire time. She had been almost three weeks at St. Francis Medical Center were her body died at noon Friday, Dece,ber 18, 1987. Her spirit is now more alive than ever before! (transcribed by Sandy DeLauretis) WAIT, MALCOM W. The Republic County Freenan May 28 1891 page 5 Mr. Malcom W. Wait, son of Capt. W. W. Wait and Mrs. Mary J. Wait, died of consumption May 21, 1891, aged 33 years and 11 months. He was born at Napoli, N. Y., June 21st, 1857, at the age of 14 he came with his parents to Republic county, Kansas. He was married to Ella Goodwin in June 1883. Resided on his farm about 5 miles south-west of Belleville until about two years ago, failing in health he moved to Belleville, where he resided until his decease. A wife and four little children, also his parents and brothers are left in deep bereavemnet. They will not fial to receive the sympathy of all who know them. (transcribed by Sandy DeLauretis) WIKLANDER, EDWARD The Belleville Telescope and Belleville Freeman Nov 21 1912 page 1 Edward Andrew Wiklander died Nov. 10, 1912 after an illness of three months, at the age of seven months and two days. He was born April 8, 1912 and leaves his parents and many relatives to mourn his departure. (transcribed by Sandy DeLauretis) WRENN, SARAH E. The Narka Newsml:namespace prefix = o ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:office" /> June 3 1921 Page 1 The death of Mrs. Sarah E. Wrenn which occurred at her residence on Coloma street on Wednesday evening, followed that of her husband, the late Dr. J. Q. Wrenn, by only a few months, and as due to lung and heart trouble with which she had suffered for a long time. She was a native of Iowa and was 53 years of age. – Placerville (Calif.) News. The Mrs. Wrenn mentioned above will be remembered as Miss Sarah Welton, daughter of the late Isaac T. Melton, one of Richland township’s oldest settlers. Her mother Mrs. Naomi Melton is living in Stillwater Oklahoma. She leaves besides her two children and step-son, four brothers, J. E. Melton of Belleville, A. K. Melton of Colorado. C. A. Melton of Peoria, Ariz., tow sisters Mrs. C. D. Turner of Peoria, Ariz., and Mrs. A. L. Richardson. Mrs. Turner had been with her for over two months caring for her at the time of her death. (transcribed by Sandy DeLauretis) WRIGHT, CLARE E. Scandia Journal Nov 4, 1971 page 4 Mrs. Clare E. Wright was born August 11, 1878 at Concordia, Kansas, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Chester, Lewis. She departed this life October 26, 1971 at the St. Joseph hospital, Concordia at the age of 93 years. She was married to George Westly Wright May 29th, 1901 at her paretns home east of Norway. They lived in or near Norway until the time of his death in July 1945. After her husbands death she mad her home in Concordia. She was preceded in death by her great grandson Bryant Johnston. She was a member of the Norway United Methodist church, a charter member of the Norway Ladies Aid and a member of the W.S.C.S. of the Trinity United Methodist church of Concordia. Mrs. Wright is survived by five children. Vera, now Mrs. Charles Campbell of Concordia; Merle E. Wright, Concordia; Vernon O. Wright, Norway; Aldine, now Mrs. Melvin C. Hillery of Waupun, Wisconsin; and Donald L. Wright, Portland, Oregon; nine grandchildren, and twenty-one great grandchildren. She will be remembered by her faithful work in the church and community. She enjoyed singing in the choir and quartets, and other activities of the church. One of her inspirations and guide for living was the words of the old hymn- "Count your Blessings". (transcribed by Sandy DeLauretis) WOOSLEY, MONT The Courtland Journal Feb. 22, 1945  Funeral services were held at the Community Church for Mr. Mont Woolsey Sunday afternoon, with burial at the Balch cemetery. Rev. Austin of Smith Center had charge of the service. Mr. Woolsey has lived at Formosa unitl a few years ago he and his wife went to Smith Center to live so as to be near his daughter, Mrs. Della Attwood. (transcribed by Sandy DeLauretis) WORKMAN, MRS. BEN The Courtland Journal May 15, 1947 page 1 Funeral services for Mrs. Ben Workman, 79, former Courtland resident, who died Sunday at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Edna Roper near Hardy, were held Tuesday from the BachelorFaulkner Funeral Home in Belleville and burial was inb Mr. Pleasant cemetery north of Courtland. Her husband passed away 13 years ago. She is survived by three sons and three daughters. (transcribed by Sandy DeLauretis) WORKMAN, JENNIE The Courtland Journal May 14 1964 page 1 Jennie K. Workman, 87, 601 Fremont, Manhatan, died Wednesday at St. Mary Hospital. She had been confined to the hospital since Sunday. Mrs. Workman was born Jan, 18, 1877 in Caldwell, Ohio. She had been a resident of Manhatan for the past 13 years. She was a member of the Manhattan First Presbyterian Church and the Golden Age Club. Mrs. Workman's husband Edwin died in 1955. She is survived by one son, Don Workman, 841 Wildcat Ridge, and two daughters, Mrs. Gertrude Quinn, Wichita, and Mrs. Alpha Ate, Wellington. Also five grandchildren, five great-grandchildren and two sisters, MRs. Estella Murphy and Mrs. Ella DeWitt, both of Dayton, Ohio. Graveside services were held at Sunset Cemetery at 11 a.m. today, with Dr. Samuel S. George presiding. Mr. and Mrs. Ed Workman are former Courtland residents. He was one of the early rural carriers. Mrs. Workman was active in civic projects. (transcribed by Sandy DeLauretis) WYMAN, HAROLD The Courtland Journal Feb 20 1986 page 2 Harold Milton Wyman, 79, Severance, died Tuesday, Jan. 21, at his home. He was born April 1, 1906, to Rufus C. and Lillian (Bell) Wyman in Hastings, Nebr. On March 15, 1928, he married Alpha Spurling in Stratton. Wyman moved with his parents to a farm in Courtland, Kan., in 1912. He graduated from Courtland High School in 1924 and moved to Stratton in 1925. The couple moved to Steamboat Springs in 1935, where they lived until 1957. He served in World War II for two years as a technical sergeant in the armored commant at Fort Knox, Ky. In 1957 the couple moved to Severance where he owned and operated the Wyman Oil Company for 17 years, retiring in in 1974. He had served as mayor of Severance for 12 years, and was a member of the Elks and American Legion in Greeley and the Masons in Windsor. He attended Eaton Methodist Church. Survivors include his wife, Alpha of Severance; a daughter, Mrs. Richard (Doris) Miller of Greeley; and three grandchildren, Harold Miller, Kevin Miller, and Karen Miller, all of Greeley. A son, Robert, died in 1962. Services were held at the Macy Allnutt Drawing Room. Interment was in Lakeview Cemetery in Windsor. (transcribed by Sandy DeLauretis) WYNANDTS, EDYTHE KATHRYN The Courtland Journal Mar 24 1994 page 4 Edythe Kathryn Wynandts was born April 10, 1931 to Ernest and Helen Erickson at a farmhouse northwest of Scandia and died Thursday, March 10, 1994 at her home. She was 62 years and 11 months old. Kathryn graduated from Courtland High School and attended Marymount College in Salina to study nursing. She was a member of the Christian Church of Courtland. She was united in marriage to Lester Carl Isaacson at Wichita on Februraty 26, 1949. They farmed in the Scandia area. To this union were born four sons and three daughters. Kathryn deved her life to her children. In 1968 the family moved to Scandia. Lester passed away in 190. kathryn began working at the Scandia Cafe after Lester's death and ther she became acquainted with Jack Wynandts, a custom harvester from Gladmar, Saskatchewan, Canada. As the story goes, one evening she needed to drive to Beloit to pick up her daughter, Joan, from school and she stopped at the cafe first and found Jack sitting there. She told him she didn't have a jack for her car and asked fim if he would like to ride along. And the rest of the story is a loving marriage of 20 years. Jack called Kathryn's sister, Carolyn, to ask for Kathryn's hand in marriage and they were wed Februrary 2, 1974 at the Scandia Methodist Church. They continued to live in the Scandia community since. Kathryn worked as a waitress and as a cook at several area businesses, and also did babysitting in her home until she retired due to poor health. In addition to Lester, Kathryn was preceded in death by her parents; her brothers Charles and James, and a brother who dieded at birth. Sheis survived by her husband Jack, son son Dwight and wife Wanda of Belleville, son David of Minneapolis, daughter Carolyn Winebrenner and husband Ed of Culver, daughter Joan of Wichita, daughter Edythe Camille Fischer of Scandia, son Donald and wife Sandra of Salina, and son Ernest of Scandia, her sister Carolyn Eck and husband Don of Wichita, her brogher John Erickson and wife Jean of Alexandria, Virginia, and her brother Victor Erickson of Huntsville, Alabama. Also left behind are 8 grandchildren and many nieces and nephews who will miss her and her cinnamon rolls dearly. Kathryn's life was her family and friends. She felt a responsibility to help those less fortunate than her, especially children. Kathryn will be remembered for her sense of humor and positive attitude which she maintained even through her long illness. Kathryn loved everyone and could always see the good side of any person. Kathryn will be dearly misssed by bamily and firends, but we all realize she is gone to a far better place, and will be waiting  for us there with a smile on her face and a cherry pei. Funeral services were held at 2:30 p.m., Monday, March 14, 1994 at the United Methodist Church, Scandia, Kansas, conducted by Reverend Allen Phillips. Interment was made in Riverview Cemetery.  (transcribed by Sandy DeLauretis)

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