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Worthington Advance
April 21, 1905
Mrs. Lillie A. Gregg died Wednesday, April 19th at two p.m., aged 44 years,
after a two days illness of diptheria. She and her husband Dan Gregg arrived
about two weeks ago from
Worthington Advance
Friday,
April 28, 1905
DIED -- April 22, Miss Effa Gorrie, a nine year old daughter of Andrew Gorrie, died of appendicitis. The funeral was held April 23rd.
Worthington Advance
Friday,
August 4, 1905
DIED -- Louise Grauzne, age 78, July 30. she was buried in Brewster Aug. 1. Deceased was of German birth and was a widow at time of death.
Worthington Advance
Friday, August 18, 1905
Laid to Rest.
Nancy Annetta Granger was born near
Worthington Advance
Friday, February 1, 1907
AGED PIONEER DEAD [Note: there is an updated obituary, below.]
Mrs. Peter Geyerman of Brewster Summoned to Rest Last Monday.
Mrs. Peter Geyerman, one of Nobles county's earliest settlers, died at her home at Brewster Monday, after a short illness with dropsy. The funeral was held on Thursday afternoon from the Catholic church at Brewster, Father Sherman of this city conducting the obsequies. The funeral was largely attended, hundreds being unable to gain admittance to the church.
The deceased was the wife of Peter Geyerman, the pioneer merchant of Brewster. She was a lady of kindly disposition and lead a quiet Christian life, being a faithful helpmate and loving mother. She leaves beside an aged husband, three sons and one daughter. The oldest son Rudolph is at the head of the big department store of P. Geyerman & Son, at Brewster, the second son is Dr. P.F. Geyerman, a leading physician of this city, the youngest, Ed. is also connected with the store at Brewster. The daughter is Mrs. Otto Berreau, the wife of a prominent business man at Currie.
Friday, February 8, 1907
Obituary. [Note: see previous obit, above.]
The Advance was misinformed in some particulars last week regarding the late Mrs. Peter Geyerman, of Brewster, which the following obituary notice from the Brewster Tribune will no doubt set right:
A great wave of sorrow swept over this village Monday, when it was reported that Mrs. Peter Geyerman had passed away. She was seriously ill for only a few days, but had been rather feeble for several years. The cause of her death was diabetes.
Mrs. Geyerman's maiden name was Berreau, and the [sic] was born in Germany April 5th, 1835. When about 23 years of age she came with her people to America, and settled in Carver county, Minnesota, where five years later she was married to Peter Geyermann. Six children were born to them, of whom three are dead and three are living, and known to the people of this vicinity as Rudolph, Edward and Peter.
In the fall of 1881 the family came to Brewster and Mrs. Geyerman was from that time on one of the most highly respected and best beloved women of this community. She was a woman of high character and considerable education and culture, a passionate lover of music and beautiful things of all kinds, a most faithful wife, and a devoted mother and grandmother.
In times of trouble, sickness or death Mrs. Geyerman was always ready and prompt in giving aid to others, and those who knew her through all the long hard years when the country was new will remember her many kind acts and mourn the loss of a true friend.
The funeral was held yesterday afternoon at the Presbyterian church, and only a few of the friends who had gathered were able to get inside the building so large was the crowd. Rev. Mapson had come down from Balaton to assist in the service, but after announcing his text he was suddenly taken ill and was unable to proceed. Rev. Hunter made a few brief but appropriate remarks, and followed this the burial occurred at Hersey cemetery.
The community deeply regrets the passing away of this most estimable woman, and the sympathy of their many friends is extended to the bereaved relatives.
Death of F. T. Graves.
On Thursday of last week, March 14, occurred one of the saddest accident that ever happened in this neighborhood. By this time the details are so well known that there is no need of repeating them. It is enough to say that on that day F.T. Graves, known to every body as Frank Graves, was killed at the railroad crossing a short distance north of the village of Bigelow. He had been over to Bigelow township to get a load of seed oats and was returning home when, on crossing the track, he was struck by the southbound passenger and instantly killed.
The funeral was held on Sunday and was by far the largest ever seen in this part of the country. It is estimated by some that fully 500 people were present. The service was conducted by the resident pastor Rev. W.M. Gillis, and throughout was admirably suited to the occasion. The casket was literally covered with beautiful flowers, the gifts of loving friends, fit symbol of their sympathy and esteem. In the gathering were those who represented almost every station in life, every nationality and every creed. The day of mourning makes kinsfolk of us all.
F.T. Graves was born at Kinderhook, N.Y., July 23, 1854, so that at the time of his death he was in his 53rd year. Mr. Graves had three brothers and one sister, all of whom are living -- two brothers and a sister in Ohio, and one brother, F.A. Graves, at Zion City, Illinois. He came to Nobles county in 1876, and soon after he settled on the land where from that time to the present he has made his home.
Of Frank Graves, as a man, little need be said. He was a truly good man in the highest and truest sense. Everybody seemed to know him and to like and respect him. He was a man with hosts of friends and but few, if any enemies -- perhaps not one. For twenty years or more he served almost continuously in some public office, and this not because he was an office seeker, but because his neighbors and friends had unbounded confidence in him. He served as town supervisor as assessor, and as county commissioner, and in all of these positions he served most acceptably. In the church, in the Sunday School, in social life, and in all public matters he was a controlling, leading spirit and he did more, perhaps, to mould the sentiments and life of this community than any other one man in it.
Peace to his ashes. We can only wish that we had more men like him.
The bereaved family have the sincere sympathy of the whole community. --Robert Shore.
Worthington Advance: March 22,1907
Card of Thanks.
We wish to express our most sincere thanks to all those who so lovingly assisted us, both in words and deeds, during our great sorrow. God bless you all.
Mrs. F. T. Graves and Family.
Friday, March 13, 1908
Worthington Advance
B.F. Good died last Monday at the home of his son-in-law, C.R. Faulkner, who lives on section 5, Worthington township. The funeral was held on Wednesday from Chaney & Mackay's undertaking establishment, interment being made in the Worthington cemetery. Mr. Good was 60 years of age, and was an old railroad man. The cause of death was paralysis.
Friday, December 31, 1909
Worthington Advance
NELS GRELSON DIES
Succumbs at The Age of 77 Years After Two Years of Sickness
Nels Grelson died at his home in this city Tuesday, December 28th, at the advanced age of 77 years. For nearly two years he has been suffering from kidney trouble, during which time he has for the most part been confined to his bed, suffering intense pain.
Funeral services were conducted Wednesday afternoon at the Swedish Mission church, Rev. C.M. Johnson assisted by Rev. G.G. Schmid, officiating. Interment was made in the Worthington cemetery.
Thursday, November 3, 1910
Worthington Globe
Obituary
The sad news was received in this city Thursday last of the death of Mrs. Ida Mathilda Gustafson, residing about five miles south of Worthington.
The deceased was born in Sweden, July 5, 1864, and came to America in 1867, and settled with her parents in Spring Garden, Minn. In 1872 they moved to Worthington, which has been the home of the deceased ever since, with the exception of a short time when they resided at Little Falls, Minn.
The deceased was married in 1872, and her husband died in 1893. She leaves four sons, three daughters, a mother, two sisters and one brother to mourn her loss.
The funeral services were held Monday at the home and at the Swedish Lutheran Church, conducted by Rev. Shipp. At the house the service consisted of singing, scripture reading and prayer. At the church the usual services were held, conducted half in English and half in Swedish.
Mrs. Gustafson was highly respected by all who knew her and the entire community extends sympathy to the sorrowing relatives.
Thursday, March 31, 1910
Worthington Globe
Died, at the home of his son Dr. J.N. Gould in our city, Dr. John G. Gould, of
Fairmont, Minn., aged 66 years and 10 months.
For some time past Dr. John G. Gould was troubled with anemia and about two
weeks ago decided to abandon his veterinary practice at Fairmont and come to
this city to reside with his son, hoping that the rest and change would better
his failing health.
But he is gone! Friday evening at 7 o'clock he answered the Master's call.
Another name is stricken from the list of the living and the death of another
loved one is being mourned. He was a man of excellent habits, fine moral
character, and sturdy constitution and he continued to be active in his
accustomed pursuits till long past the age at which men ordinarily drop out of
the ranks of the workers.
Dr. Gould leaves three sons, all living and practicing veterinarian surgeons, to
mourn his death besides many friends in this part of the country. His wife
preceded him to the Life Beyond about two years ago.
The remains were taken to Fairmont Monday for interrment in the cemetery at that
place. Dr. and Mrs. J.N. Gould and Harold Oakes accompanied the body to be
present at the funeral.
Thursday, January 12, 1911
Worthington Globe
Obituary
The deceased, J.B. Green, was born near Scranton, Pa. Dec. 2, 1828, and died in Worthington, Minn., Jan. 5, 1911, aged 82 years, 1 month and 3 days. He was one of a family of eight children, five of whom are still living.
In 1850 Mr. Green was united in marriage to Miss Julia Anne LaFeer, who died Jan. 8, 1891, thus preceding her husband 20 years lacking three days. In 1857 they moved to Buffalo county, Wisconsin, and in 1879 to Worthington where for the past 32 years he has lived as one of our most respected citizens.
In 1864 he enlisted in Co. G, 25th Wis. Vol. He was in the march with Sherman to the Sea, and for 54 days was cut off with all communication from the North. He was mustered out of service at the close of the war after the grand review at Washington, D.C.
Mr. Green was a member of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows, join ---missing text--- of Worthington Lodge No. 219, which organization at his request had charge of the funeral service.
Before coming to Minnesota he united with the M.E. church, but after settling in this city, he united with what is now the Reading Presbyterian church and lived a life consistent with that belief.
Ten children were born to Mr. and Mrs. Green, seven of whom are still living. Two, Charlie and Mamie, died in childhood, and Mrs. Minerva Porter Aug. 8, 1902. The surviving children are as follows: Mrs. Violia Schranger of Minnong, Wis.; Frank and John, Mrs. Emma Leslie and Mrs. Nettie Fellows, of this city; Garic of Seattle, Wash.; John Green of Reading. These with many friends among the Odd Fellows and G.A.R. and old neighbors sincerely mourn the death of a good father, a loyal brother, a brave comrade and an upright citizen.
The funeral was held Monday afternoon in the Presbyterian church conducted by Dr. L.L. Sowles and the interment was made in the Worthington cemetery.
Thursday, November 30, 1911
Worthington Globe
DEATH AFTER SHORT ILLNESS
Pioneer Business Man of Brewster Passes Away Saturday After
Illness of Two Weeks
Peter Geyerman, one of the most prominent business men of Brewster, and
well known in this county, died at his home in Brewster, Saturday, as the result
of pneumonia. He had been ill for over two weeks.
The deceased was born in Germany, December 13, 1825. A son of Henry Geyerman and
Christina Geyerman. His father was a weaver and a veteran of Napoleon. With his
mother he came to America, July 7, 1851, and located at Milwaukee, where he
stayed only a few weeks. For a short time he worked for the Michigan Central
railway, in Indiana, and there secured a position chopping wood near Aurora,
Illinois. He saved enough money to buy a tract of timber land in 1853, and
during the next two years was in the mercantile business in Aurora. His mother
died in 1854, and he came to Minnesota territory and took a pre-emtion claim in
Carver county. Two years later he sold out and moved to Shakopee, where for
twenty-five years he was in the mercantile business. He was married there to
Amelia Berreau, who passed away several years ago. Three sons survive him.
Rudolph and Edward, who were interested with their father in the firm, which is
known as P. Geyerman & Sons, for several years at Brewster. Dr.. P.S. Geyerman,
formerly of this city, but now of Hot Springs, S. Dak., visited his father
before death.
The funeral was held in the Presbyterian church at Brewster at two p.m. and the
remains laid to rest in the Brewster cemetery. The floral offerings by the
business men of Brewster, friends and relatives, were profuse and very
beautiful. The business men of Brewster recognized the deceased by one of the
most beautiful floral offerings that ever graced the casket of any deceased
dignitary, that the editor of this paper has ever seen.
In his death, Brewster lost a splendid citizen, beloved by all, a living
illustration of what great energy and ability can accomplish, and all humanity a
friend.
Thursday, December 21,
1911
Worthington Globe
JONATHAN GORDON DIES. A Former Worthington Resident Passes Away at Home of Sister
Johnathan Gordon, a former resident of Worthington, and a pioneer of this
state, died at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Thos. Sibley, near Bigelow on
Sunday morning, at the age of 88 years, 5 months and 12 days.
Mr. Gordon was one of the best known pioneer settlers of this county. He was
born in Lyman, Grafton county, New Hampshire, March 4, 1823, and was a son of
natives of the same state. In lyman he lived until twenty-five years of age, and
then in 1848 he moved to Rockaon [Roscoe??], Winnebago county, Ill. Three years
later he located in Allamakee county, Iowa, and in 1854 moved to Olmstead
county, Minn., his family becoming the third in that county. He arrived in
Nobles county May 28, 1871, and homesteaded in Hersey township. In that precinct
and in Worthington. Mr. Gordon has lived for many years. While a resident of
this city Mr. Gordon was prominent in politics, and at different times held many
important offices in Nobles county. In 1878 he received the appointment of
county commissioner, which office he held for one term. He also served as
justice of peace for eight years. Mr. Gordon was an old soldier, having served
with distinction during the civil war.
In July of last year Mr. Gordon moved to Bigelow, and from that time until his
death made his home with his sister there. Mr. Gordon left a family of seven
children, five boys and two girls. Charles A. Gordon, of this city, being one of
the surviving sons.