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| C. R. Smith
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WYOMING—Funeral services for Dr. C. R. Smith, 64, were held Thursday at 1:30 p.m. at the Wallace Funeral home.
Rev. Gerald Shibley, Presbyterian minister from Center Junction, was in charge of services. Burial was in the Wyoming cemetery.
Pallbearers Named
Pallbearers were Ralph Orth, Howard Remley, Paul Koch, William Walters, Marvin Holst and Roger Schladetzky.
Dr. Smith was born in Wellsville, Ohio, May 13, 1899, the son of William E. and Jennie B. Smith. Family moved to Iowa in 1915, and Dr. Smith graduated from the Anamosa High school one year later.
College Listed
He attended the State University of Iowa, receiving a bachelor of arts degree in 1921, followed by his graduation from the SUI College of Medicine in 1924. While at the university he belonged to the Acacia social fraternity and was its treasurer. He also was a member of Phi Rho Sigma, medical organization
After graduation from medical school, Dr. Smith interned at Youngstown, Ohio hospital, then returned to Onslow to practice medicine. On June 26, 1926, he married Bernadine E. Neville, Richland.
Practice Noted
With the exception of service in World War I from Sept. to Dec., 1918, Dr. Smith practiced medicine in Onslow for 19 continuous years. During that time he was Onslow health officer, and a member of and past president of the board of education.
In 1945 Dr. Smith moved his practice to Wyoming and lived there until his death Monday evening in a Cedar Rapids hospital.
Memberships Listed
During his lifetime he was a member of the Onslow Presbyterian church, American Legion Post 259 in Wyoming, Masonic lodge, the Consistory and El Kahir shrine in Cedar Rapids, Masons, Jones county Medical society of which he was a past president and secretary; Iowa State Medical society, Anamosa Medical association.
Survivors Named
Dr. C. R. Smith is survived by his wife, Bernadine, two sons, Capt. Paul Smith, Hansom Field, Mass; and Philip Smith, Iowa State University engineering faculty, Ames; and three grandchildren.
Submitted by: Janet A. Brandt
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| Catherine Smith Perry
17 May 1826—26 June 1910 | |||||||||
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The Wyoming (Iowa) Journal in a recent issue contains the following account of the death of Mrs. Catharine Smith, who has a number of relatives in and near Choteau.
Catharine Smith was born on the river Thames, in Canada, May 17, 1826, and died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Jennie Neesley, at Mount Vernon, Iowa, at 4 o’clock Sabbath morning, June 26, 1910.
She was married to Rufus Perry in Canada, in 1844. Soon after, she and her husband moved to Rockford, Ill., where they remained until 1856, when they came to Wyoming, Jones county, Iowa. She was the mother of eleven children, eight daughters and three sons: Mrs. Mary Tarbox, deceased wife of Edgar Tarbox, Anamosa; Mrs. Sadie Grasemiere, deceased wife of H. B. Grasemiere, Chicago; Volney Perry, died at Sioux City; Melvina, who died in infancy; Mrs. C. N. Stevens, Moline, Ill.; Mrs. John Graft, Stanwood; Mrs. Cora Halladay, Raymond, Mont.; Mrs. Jennie Neesley, Mount Vernon; Mrs. Lucy Dewitt, Monticello; Edwin Perry, Cumberland, and Fred Perry, Choteau, Mont.
Mrs. Perry had been in feeble health for the past eight years. The past three years were spent at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Dewitt at Monticello, who patiently and lovingly cared for her during that time until on last Thursday she was brought to the home of her daughter at Mount Vernon, where the final summons came. Her life was all submission, and her death was the death of the righteous. Her departure is an irreparable loss to all who knew her. She was a devoted, faithful, intelligent, loving mother, a source of strength to each and all. A few hours before her departure she realized that the end was near, and smilingly looking into the faces of those around her, bade them each good-bye and she "was not, for God took her."
She united with the Methodist Episcopal Church when sixteen years of age, and later with the Seventh Day Adventists. Indeed, her pure, active life shed a radiant luster in all the spheres in which she moved. She leaves, besides the above named children, to mourn her loss, twenty-one grandchildren, three sisters, Mrs. Anna Magaughey, Denver, Colo.; Mrs. Libbie Collins, Choteau, Mont.; and Mrs. Olive Fay, Stanley, Kas. and one brother, Chandler Smith, Choteau, Mont. All of the above revere the memory of a devoted sister, mother, and grandmother, and each has been blessed in the love of the other. She was laid to rest by the side of her husband in the cemetery in the community of her old home at Wyoming, on Tuesday, June 28.
Submitted by: Kathy Anthony
Source: Choteau Acantha, Choteau, MT, 28 July 1910. | |||||||||
| Henry Smith
July 22, 1859—January 10, 1929 | |||||||||
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Henry Smith, son of Wm. A. and Caroline Drake Smith was born in Canton, Jackson county, Iowa, July 22, 1859, and departed this life at Monmouth, Iowa, Jan. 10, 1929, at the age of 69 years, 5 months and 18 days.
On July 9, 1885, he was united in marriage to Emma Smith. This union was blessed with four children, Rose, who passed away in 1916, Frank, of Sterling, Illinois, Fred of Wyoming, Iowa and Grace Bickford, of Monmouth, Iowa. He was a member of a family of ten children, all of whom including the mother and father have preceded him in death.
His entire life was spent in the vicinity of his birthplace, in Jackson and Jones counties, coming to Monmouth in the year 1923, where he resided until the time of his death.
He has been a great sufferer for many years, the pain at times being almost beyond endurance; but the ministration of loving hands did much to help him bear with patience his intense suffering.
Besides the loving wife and three children, he leaves four grandchildren, several nieces and nephews and a host of warm friends.
The funeral was held at the home on Saturday forenoon, Rev. E. E. Shafer of the M. E. church officiating. Favorite songs of the family were sung by Misses Edna Waugh and Milicent Teeple and Mrs. R. C. Best accompanied by Mrs. S. A. Orris. Burial was made in the family lot in the Canton cemetery.
Submitted by: Janet A. Brandt
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| Jennie Smith
Mrs. William White | |||||||||
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Funeral services for Mrs. William White were held at 2 o’clock last Saturday afternoon at the home of her daughter, Mrs. J. M. Moses. Mrs. White was in an auto accident about a year ago and never entirely recovered from her injuries. During that time she was tenderly cared for by her loved ones and all that medical skill could do was done for her, but to no avail. The Rev. G. O. Long, pastor of the Presbyterian church, had charge of the funeral services. Burial was made in the Madison township cemetery.
Jennie Smith was born in Perthshire, Scotland, September 13, 1855 and died October 4, 1928 at Center Junction, Iowa. When about 12 years of age she came to America with her father, settling in Jones county, where she resided until the time of her death.
She was united in marriage to William White, March 16, 1876, establishing a home near Scotch Grove. There was born to this union, one son, William, at home, and two daughters, Mrs. J. M. Moses and Evelyn, the latter having preceded her mother in death about 28 years ago. When but a girl, Mrs. White united with the Four Horn Presbyterian church of Wayne and later united with Presbyterian church in Center Junction. She was a faithful member of this church until her death, being especially interested in the missionary society and was also active in the other organizations of the church.
She leaves to mourn her passing, her husband, son William, and daughter, Nelle Moses all of Center Junction. One brother, David Smith of Indianola, also survives, and two sisters. Mrs. Elizabeth Burton and Mrs. Margaret Bailey of Monticello, and two grandsons, Dwaine and Max Moses, of Center Junction.
Those from a distance who attended the funeral were Mr. and Mrs. Grimm from Anamosa; Mrs. and Mrs. John Bailer and daughter Mildred and son Irwin, of Monticello; Peter Bailey of Cedar Rapids; Mrs. Arthur McMaster from near Cedar Rapids; Mr. & Mrs. F. L. Serbousek of Monticello; Mrs. Alex Robertson of Anamosa; Mrs. and Mrs. Robert White and daughter, and Robert Platner of Wyoming.
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| Lafayette B. Smith
Died June 21, 1873 | |||||||||
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Died, at his residence, four miles northeast of Anamosa, Jones County, Iowa June 21, 1873. Lafayette B. Smith aged 44 years, 11 months, and 8 days. Bro. Smith was for many years a member of the Antioch Christian church, and served the church as secretary till his death. He was very punctual to attend all business meetings of the church. He was a good man, and greatly devoted to the welfare of the Christian Church, and, being a thinking man, he was firmly grounded in the "faith once delivered to the saints." He would often express himself as more satisfied the more he investigated the Christian platform. He was one of the pillars of our church here, and was greatly beloved by us all. He found the Savior over twenty-one years ago in the pardon of his sins, and in his last hours his faith was strong. Among his last words were these: "The Bible is all true," "I am done with this world" "Jesus is still precious," "All is well." Bro. Smith was sick but two weeks, and none of us thought him so near to death till a few hours before he died. His disease was that of the heart, causing mental derangement most of the time during his sickness till a few hours before his death. He leaves a wife and nine children, beside numerous relatives, to mourn their loss. May the Lord be a husband to the widow and a father to the fatherless. The church has lost a good member, but such was his life that he being dead yet speaketh. Funeral services by the writer. N. Potter
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Note: The transcription of the Riverside Cemetery states his age as 44 yrs, 1 mo, 8 days. | |||||||||
| Sarah Smith Wood
Born 17 October 1824 | |||||||||
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Sarah Smith was born on the river Thames in Canada, October 17, 1824. The family later returned to the United States and settled in Illinois, where the subject of this sketch was married to Amos Wood at Milford, on the 21st day of March, 1848. To this union was born nine children, four of whom departed this life, two in infancy, and Delephine and Clifford after reaching years of maturity. The five surviving children are: Josephine Delarm, Albion, Nebraska; Phillip, Hale, Iowa; Ambrose, Washburn, Texas; Ethel Shapland, Richmond, Virginia; and Casmere, Hale, Iowa.
She had five brothers and four sisters, six of whom survive her. They are; Katherine Perry, Monticello, Iowa; Anna Magaughy, Denver, Colorado; Olive Fay, Stanley, Kansas; Libbie Collins, Chateau, Montana; Joseph , Fort Scott, Kansas; Chandler, Chateau, Montana.
Mr. and Mrs. Wood moved to Jones county, Iowa, in 1853 and settled in Madison township. Three years later they moved to Hale township, which has since been the family home. The death of Mr. Wood occurred on May 26th, 1898 and his body was laid to rest in the cemetery at Hale. Mrs. Wood's parents were Methodists and early in life she united with the Methodist Episcopal church and remained a member till her death.
About five years ago Mrs. Wood experienced an accident, from which she never fully recovered, not being able to walk. Naturally of an energetic temperament, it was quite a privation to her to be even partially dependent on others. Yet she was quite patient in her affliction. For a time she was with her daughter, Mrs. DeLarm in Nebraska, then returned and has since lived in the household of her son, Cass, where she has had considerate and loving care until the end came.
After a short service at the house, public funeral services were held Wednesday, April 21st, at 2:00 p.m. in the Methodist Episcopal Church at Hale. The Rev. H. E. Wilcox of the Wyoming, Iowa Methodist Episcopal Church, conducted the services and preached upon the text "I go to prepare a place for you," John 14:2. The church was filled with neighbors and friends, many of whom had known Mrs. Wood and the family for a great many years. The body was interred beside that of her husband in the Hale cemetery.
Submitted by: Kathy Anthony
Source: The Wyoming Journal, Thursday, 29 April 1909. | |||||||||
| William Smith
75 yrs, 7 months and 4 days | |||||||||
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Mr Wm Smith died at his home in Jackson township April 24th (1898), 75 yrs, 7 months and 4 days. He is survived by his wife, two children, 3 brothers and 2 sisters. The funeral services were held at the home of the deceased, conducted by Rev. Bock, Interment was had in the "Four-Horned" church cemtery on Wednesday, the 27th ult.
Submitted by: Hazel
Source: Anamosa newspaper, "Amber Atoms" column | |||||||||
| Stewart Owen Snyder
September 4, 1941–March 26, 2009 | |||||||||
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Stewart Owen Snyder, 67, of West Branson, Mo., and formerly of Onslow, died unexpectedly on Thursday, March 26, 2009, at his home.
A celebration of his life will he held on Thursday, April 2, 2009, at 11 a.m. at Lahey Funeral Home in Wyoming.
Friends may call from 10 a.m., until service time at the funeral home.
Burial will be in the Wyoming Cemetery, Wyoming, Iowa.
Stewart was born September 4, 1941, in Maquoketa, son of Phillip Wesley Snyder and Camilla Ruth (Stowers) Snyder. He graduated from Onslow High School in 1960.
He was a member of the Masonic Lodge in Missouri. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, woodworking and gardening.
He is survived by two children Heather Ann Snyder of Cedar Rapids, and Mike (Linda) Snyder of Center Point; one grandson, Dillon; one sister, Phyllis (Gerald) Rockwell of Maquoketa; and a special friend, Shirley Hodge of Missouri.
He was preceded in death by his parents and two brothers, Marvin and Robert.
Submitted by: Janet A. Brandt
Source: Cedar Rapids Gazette, Cedar Rapids, Iowa | |||||||||
| Geraldine L. Sobotka John
June 13, 1910–August 23, 2008 | |||||||||
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Geraldine L. John, 98, of Oxford Junction, died Saturday, August 23, 2008, at Maquoketa Care Center in Maquoketa, Iowa.
pA Mass of Christian burial will be held on Saturday, August 30, 2008, at 10:30 a.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Oxford Junction with the Rev. William Kneemiller officiating. Burial will be in the Mayflower Cemetery, Oxford Junction, Iowa.
Friends may call from 5 to 7 pm. Friday at Lahey Funeral Home in Oxford Junction, where a vigil service will be held at 7:00 p.m. Geraldine Sobotka was born on June 13, 1910 in Oxford Junction, Iowa, the daughter of John and Anna (Stradlk) Sobotka. She graduated from Oxford Junction High School. She had worked as a Newspaper Campaign Manager for different newspapers in the area. Geraldine was a member of the Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Oxford Junction, and had been the piano player for the old silent movies at the Oxford Junction Theatre. She is survived by 3 sons, Malvern John of Oxford Junction, George “Bud” (Dora) John, of Interlocken, Michigan, and James (Barb) John of Marion; 10 grandchildren, several great-grandchildren; one sister, Helen Johnson and one brother, Arnold Sobotka, both of Oxford Junction. She was preceded in death by her parents, one granddaughter, Linda, one sister, Pauline Sobotka, and one brother, Lumir Sobotka.
Submitted by: Janet A. Brandt
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| Nancy Jane Soesbe
3 May 1833—5 February 1904 | |||||||||
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Nancy J. Soesbe was born in Vigo county, Indiana, May 3d, 1833. At the age of nine years she moved with her parents to Iowa. She lived near Mechanicsville until she was eighteen years of age, afterwards moving on a farm near Fairview. She taught the third term of school that was ever taught in the log school house between Fairview and Anamosa.
She was converted early in life but did not join any church until 1870, then uniting with the Baptist church at Fairview. She remained a member of this church till 1893 when she became a member of the Baptist church of Anamosa.
In the year 1853 she was united in marriage to Wesley Waggoner. To this union were born four children--Hilton, of Kansas City; Alice Byerly, of Onslow; Albert Waggoner, of Anamosa; and Angie Sherman of Anamosa. Mr. Waggoner died April 23d, 1862, leaving her a widow with four helpless children in time of the war. She worked and struggled to maintain her children and educated and kept them all together.
In October, 1865, she was married to Benjamin Harrison. To this union were born two children--Ernest W. Harrison, of Anamosa, and Edith Sigmund of Anamosa. Mr. Harrison died July 23d, 1876, on a farm 2 1/2 miles south of Anamosa. She remained at that place until her children were grown, moving to Anamosa in the spring of 1893. She departed this life Feb. 5th, 1904, at the home of her son Ernest Harrison. If she had lived until the 3d of May she would have been 71 years of age. She was a faithful Christian, never failing to attend church when she was able to do so, but her failing health has prevented her from being an active member for a number of years.
As a mother she was most devoted, always thinking of her children and looking out for their welfare. Her children were all at her bedside and all that they could do toward her comfort was done. She was the oldest child of nine children of William and Angelina Soesbe, all of whom have departed this life but one sister, of Bloomer, Wisconsin, and one brother, E. W. Soesbe, of Greene, Butler County.
Submitted by: EMAIL, her 2nd-great-grandson Source: Anamosa Eureka, February 1904. | |||||||||
| William Soesbe
21 July 1806—28 October 1880 | |||||||||
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DIED--At his residence in Fairview Twp. Oct. 28, 1880, William Soesbe, aged 74 years, 3 months and 7 days.
The deceased was the son of Daniel Soesbe, who was with Washington
at Valley Forge, and continued in the service of his country to the end of the war, after which he moved from Virginia to Bath Co. Kentucky where William was born, July 21, 1806. When he was 8 years old his father moved to Vigo Co. Indiana where William grew to manhood and was married to Angelina Buckner in 1831. In 1841 he came to Burlington, Iowa, and from thence he moved to Lee Co. In 1843 he came to Jones county and opened up a farm, enduring all the hardships of an early settler of the county. Selling out there, he came to Fairview Township, where he resided till the day of his death.
He was the father of nine children, seven of whom are living and were present, with many grandchildren and great grandchildren to minister to his wants and comfort him during the day of his death. Twenty-eight years ago he joined the United Brethren and continued a member of the church until it ceased to exist. He afterward became a member of the M.E. Church and so remained until his death.
Many will remember him for his many good qualities of mind and heart. As an excellent neighbor, a kind husband and a loving father, his death is indeed a loss to them. But he had "set his house in order" and was prepared to go at his master's call. While they mourn, he, no doubt, rejoices. The funeral services were held at his late residence and were conducted by Rev. James Mitchell, pastor of the Baptist church at Fairview.
Submitted by: EMAIL, his 3rd-great-grandson
Source: Anamosa Eureka, November 4, 1880. | |||||||||
| August William Stahlberg
28 September 1893 to 29 October 1950 Monticello Man Is Killed While Walking on Road | |||||||||
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ANAMOSA—August William Stahlberg, 54, Monticello Route 2, was killed when he was struck by a car as he walked along highway 151 north of Monticello Sunday about 12:35 a.m.
Authorities identified the driver of the car as John F. Bohlken of Scotch Grove.
Bohlken said Stahlberg stepped in front of the car and was thrown into the air, crashing through the car's windshield.
Bohlken and a passenger, Walter Balster, escaped injury.
Bohlken said he failed to see Stahlberg step onto the pavement from the shoulder of the highway because he was watching the lights of an approaching car.
Funeral services will be held Wednesday at 2 p.m. at the Wayne Zion Lutheran church. Burial will be in Wayne cemetery. The body is at the Goettsch funeral home.
Submitted by: Sharon Oltmanns
Source: The Cedar Rapids Gazette, Monday, October 30, 1950 | |||||||||
| John Wilhelm Friedrich Stahlberg
27 September 1868—16 August 1960 | |||||||||
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John W. F. Stahlberg Sr., 314 West 4th St., died at the John McDonald hospital Tuesday noon, Aug. 16, following a cardiac condition. He had been a patient there almost six weeks. Services will be held Friday, Aug. 19 at the Zion Evangelical Lutheran church of rural Monticello with burial at the Oakwood cemetery. The Rev. Otto Zwanziger will officiate at the services. The deceased made his home with a daughter, Mrs. Earl Lehmann of Monticello.
Born Sept. 27, 1868 in Oldenberg, Schleswig-Holestein, Germany, he was the son of Johannes Stahlberg and Dorothea Schlueter Stahlgerg. He came to the U. S. alone when he was 16 years old, and first stayed with relatives in Clinton county, later living with relatives near Center Junction. On Apr. 9, 1891, he was married to Sophia Marie Antons of Center Junction at the Zion Evangelical Lutheran church of Monticello. They lived in Wayne and Scotch Grove township their entire married life, moving to Monticello in 1946. Besides farming, he was a representative for the Rawleigh products for 25 years.
Survivors include a son, John Stahlberg Jr., of Monticello; three daughters, Dora, Mrs. Hayo Tobiason, Monticello, Ann, Mrs. Leroy Smith, Cedar Rapids, and Celena, Mrs. Earl Lehmann of Monticello. Also surviving are 19 grandchildren and 23 great grandchildren. His wife preceded him in death in Sept. 17, 1950 as did one daughter, Mrs. Grace Reid and three sons, August, Henry and Carl, and one brother and four sisters.
Submitted by: Sharon Oltmanns
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| Elizabeth Ellen Stephens
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The passing of another pioneer occurred last Saturday, when Mrs. Elizabeth Glick died at a hospital at Marshalltown, Iowa, following a siege of ill health. Mrs. Glick was past 83 ears of age, and was well known in he Olin community, having spent about 75 years in the city and community.
The funeral services were conducted last Monday in the local Methodist church, with the Rev. M. W. McKinley, pastor of the church in charge. The burial was made in the local cemetery. Pallbearers were Gilbert Blayney, H. H. Freeman, Harry Miller, Simion Ballou, A. B. Miller, and Fred Lawson.
Following is the obituary as read at the services by Rev. McKinley:
“Elizabeth Ellen Stephens, daughter of Samuel and Betsy Stephens, was born in Elizabethtown, Hamilton county, Ohio, May 5, 1846.
"In early childhood she was bereft of both parents, and when six years old, was adopted by her uncle, L. Nathan Horr, which whom she came to Iowa in the early pioneer days of 1852, settling near Davenport, Iowa for a short time, and later locating near Olin, where she grew to womanhood.
August 3, 1865 she also was united in marriage to William Henry Glick. They began housekeeping on the old home farm in Hale township, Jones county. To this union were born four children: one daughter, Mrs. Dora E. Freeman, Anamosa; three sons: John A., who died in 1921; Henry Marion, dying in infancy, and Harry M. of Olin.
"In 1916 Mr. And Mrs. Glick retired from the farm to the town of Olin to spend their declining years in a well earned rest from the arduous duties of farm life. Mr. Glick passed to his reward in 1920. Mrs. Glick continued to maintain the home with her son, Harry, until failing health compelled her to live with her daughter, Mrs. Dora E. Freeman, at Anamosa, until her removal to the hospital at Marshalltown, Iowa, where she passed away Dec. 14, 1929, at the age of 83 years , 7 months and 9 days.
“Mrs. Glick has been a member of the Methodist church for forty years. She was known for her love of home life and for her generosity in thought, word and deed, giving much to others and to her church.”
Submitted by: Chlona Hanken Hoppe
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| Walter Francis Sterk
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Walter F. Sterk, 88, of Wyoming, Iowa, died Saturday, October 18, 2008, at Clover Ridge in Maquoketa, Iowa.
A Mass of Christian Burial was held on Wednesday, October 22, 2008, at 10:30 a.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Oxford Junction, with the Rev. William Kneemiller officiating. Burial was in the Lost Nation Cemetery, Lost Nation, Iowa, with military honors accorded by the Oxford Junction American Legion Wapsi Post #473. Friends called from 4 to 7 p.m. Tuesday at Lahey Funeral Home in Oxford Junction, where a vigil service was held at 7:00 p.m.
Walter Francis Sterk was born on February 22, 1920 in Baldwin, Iowa, son of John and Rose (Gregorich) Sterk. He served in the US Army Air Force in Hawaii, Iwo Jima and Saipan during WW II. He married Arlene May Ruchotzke on February 10, 1947 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Lost Nation. She preceded him in death on February 20, 1999. He farmed all of his life in the Lost Nation and Wyoming areas.
He was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Oxford Junction, where he served on the church board. He was a 62 year member of the Oxford Junction American Legion Wapsi Post #473, and a member of the Farmers Co-op in Lost Nation for many years, having served as a board member for 12 years.
He is survived by his two children, Janet (Robert) King, of Davenport, and Lynn (Karen) Sterk, of Oxford Junction; 3 grandchildren, Carrie (David) Fall, Krista (Jason) Krueger and Shawn (Teri) Sterk; 9 great-grandchildren; sisters-in-law, Ethel Sterk-Burmeister and Arlene Ruchotzke, both of Lost Nation, Sophie (Ralph) Thoene of Durant and Lois Ruchotzke, of Bettendorf; and a brother-in-law, Otto Benischek of Maquoketa.
He was preceded in death by his wife, his parents and two brothers, Bernard and Edward.
Submitted by: Janet A. Brandt
Source: Midland Times, Wyoming, Iowa, October 23, 2008 | |||||||||
| Calhoun Stevenson
28 January 1853—15 September 1914 | |||||||||
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Calhoun Stevenson died in Chicago 9/15/1914 after an illness of 2 years. He
lived in Shattuck, OK. He died at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Edward Houlette.
He was born 1/28/1853 on his father's farm NE of Monticello, IA. His father,
John, helped haul lumber for 1st school house in Monticello.
Calhoun was a grocer in Monticello for a time. He left town about 20 years
ago.
2 children: Charles of Shattuck, OK and Mrs. Edward Houlette of Chicago. Also
a brother-in-law survives, Harry Young of Rock Island, IL.
Several family members of the Geo Haines family of Davenport, IA, attended.
He was a member of Modern Woodman Lodge.
Submitted by: Joanne Wilken
Source: Monticello Express, 17 September 1914. | |||||||||
| Arthur B. Steyne
Born 7 May 1878 | |||||||||
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Arthur B. Steyne, 640 Fifteenth Avenue SW, painter and interior decorator and a resident of Cedar Rapids for the last 36 years, died in a local hospital at 10:45 a.m. Tuesday following an extended illness. Born May 7, 1878, in Monticello, he moved to Cedar Rapids from Onslow, where he was married March 4, 1903, to Daisy Krouse.
Surviving in addition to his wife are a daughter, Mrs. Lucile Youtzy of Cedar Rapids; a son, John Steyne, a navt Seabee at Camp Endicott, R.I.; two sisters, Mrs. Frank McLaughlin, Flint, Mich., and Mrs. Anna Webster, Rapid City, S.D.; two brothers, Ira Steyne, Hibbing, Minn., and Earl Steyne, Northfield, Minn.; and seven grandchildren. A son, Carl Leslie Steyne, died in 1914.
Mr. Steyne was a member of Trinity Methodist church.
Services will be held in the Turner chapel at a time to be announced later. Burial will be at Wyoming. Friends may call at the chapel Wednesday.
Submitted by: Gene Steyne
Source: Cedar Rapids Gazette, Tuesday, 3 April 1945. | |||||||||
| Carl Leslie Steyne
Death of Infant | |||||||||
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Saturday night at 10:30 o'clock, Mr. and Mrs.
Arthur Steyne, 908 L Street West were called to mourn the death of
their 10 months old son, Carl Leslie. The funeral services were held
Monday afternoon at 2 o'clock from the residence, Rev. Winslow
brown officiating. The body will be taken this morning at 5 o'clock to
Wyoming, Ia., for interment.
Submitted by: Gene Steyne
Source: Cedar Rapids Gazette, Tuesday, 14 April 1914. | |||||||||
| Thomas Stine
27 August 1846—7 March 1892 | |||||||||
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Mr. Thos. Stine died at his home in Scotch Grove, March 7, 1892, in his 46th year. The funeral services will take place in the Presbyterian church to-day at 2 p.m. The deceased was born in Germany, August 27, 1846. When six years old he came with his parents to New York city, thence in 1856 to Mt. Pleasant, Iowa.
From Mt. Pleasant he moved with his parents to Ottumwa, Ia., in 1858. In this year his mother died, the family was broken up and Mr. Stine was thrown upon his own resources to make his way in the world as best he could.
In 1876 he was married to Mrs. S. J. Webster, who with seven children survive him. Mr. Stine was an honest, industrious man, laboring hard to support his family. About a year ago the symptoms of the disease which caused
his death appeared and since that time he has been a constant sufferer.
Submitted by: Gene Steyne
Source: Monticello Express, March 10 1892, page 4, col 3. | |||||||||
| William Albin Stingley
78 Years, 5 Months, 5 Days | |||||||||
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CENTER JUNCTION—William Albin, son of Andrew and Lucinda (Ireland) Stingley, passed away at his home in Center Junction, September 5, 1927. He was born in Henry county, Indiana, March 30, 1849. With his parents he came to Jones county while very young and located in Rome township. His father died when the deceased was four years old and in early boyhood and until he was 16 years of age, he helped his mother support the family.
In 1877 he was united in marriage to Miss Estelle Preston, to this union nine children were born, eight of whom with the wife survive. The children are: Bertha Spohn of Cedar Falls: Maude Duncan of Center Junction, William A. of Denver, Colo., Earl H. of Cedar Falls, Harry E. of Center Junction, Roscoe of Tiskilwa, Illinois, Olive Springer of Center Junction and Helen Freizinger of St Louis. Alma died when eleven years old, in 1882. Mr. Stingley came to Center Junction where for 26 years he served as section foreman on the Milwaukee railroad, after which he served the company as station agent for several years. He was a member and loyal supporter of the Methodist church and served on the official board for years.
He was also a member of the Woodman lodge. Two years ago about February, Mr. Stingley suffered a stroke, from which he recovered sufficiently to be about again. He was bedfast for the past three months and was tenderly and patiently cared for by his wife and children. Although his educational advantages were limited he was a well informed man having always been a broad reader, keeping in touch with matters of general interest. Funeral services were held in the M E church, Wednesday morning, Sept. 7 with Rev. Joslin in charge, assisted by Rev. Long. Burial at the North Madison cemetery.
Submitted by: Joanne Wilken
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| Adeline Stivers Colby
24 August 1849—29 January 1922 | |||||||||
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Adeline Stivers Colby was born in Platville, Wisconsin, August 24, 1849, and died at her home in Grand Island, Nebraska, January 29, 1922.
She was married to George A. Colby November 4, 1871, who proceeded her in death in March 1910. She was also proceeded in death by her parents, Timothy Stivers and Elizabeth Francis Baugh, of Olin, Iowa. She left to mourn her passing five sons and two daughters; Mrs. Cella Campbell of Grand Island, Nebraska, John of Kansas City, Missouri, Charles, Guy, and Worthy of Grand Island, Nebraska; Mrs. Lizzie Blake of Cheyenne, Wyoming and Grover of Denver, Colorado, and one sister Elizabeth Lucas of Dubuque, and one brother Frank W. Stivers of Las Vegas, Nevada.
Submitted by: Charles R. Stivers
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| Charles Douglas Stivers
24 April 1858—19 September 1946 | |||||||||
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Funeral services were held at the Methodist church at 2:30pm Sunday afternoon, September 29, 1946. Rev. William. Strait and Rev. W. T. Boston officiated. Mrs. Nellie Stivers sang "Face to Face" and "In The Garden," accompanied by Mrs.Elna Roehwedder.
The services were conducted by the Campell Funeral Home and interment was at the Olin Cemetary. Pallbearers were Frank Story, Oscar Story, Leon Stivers, Victor Glenn, Sam Alexander, and Edgar Everette Glenn.
Charles D. Stivers, 88, son of the late James and Elizabeth Clark Stivers, was born in Jackson Township Jones County, Iowa on April 24, 1858 and passed away at the Mercy Hospital, Anamosa, Iowa September 29, 1946.
Mr. Stivers spent his entire life in Jones county. He was born in the pioneer home established by his parents when they came to Iowa in 1855. He grew to manhood, one in a family of thirteen children.
On December 27, 1881, he was united in marriage to Ida Carter. They soon bought a farm near Newport and established their home. To them was born one child, a son Ray.
In 1907 Mr. and Mrs. Stivers turned over the suites and responsibilities of the farm home to Ray and his wife and moved to Olin in 1908 where they have since resided.
Besides his wife, he leaves his son, Ray and wife, granddaughter, Evelyn Stivers Whitmore, husband James; two brothers and a sister; Dan Stivers of Olin, J. C. Stivers of Anamosa, and Mrs. Nelli Osborne of Sedgwick, Kansas.
Submitted by: Charles R. Stivers
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| Elvira Jane Stivers Hathaway Monroe
15 June 1855—10 November 1929 | |||||||||
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Mrs. Elvria Monroe a pioneer resident in Olin and community, died at her home in Olin last Sunday morning at 5 o'clock. Mrs. Monroe was 74 years old, and came to Iowa from Ohio, when she was only six months old, and since then has made her home in the vicinity about Olin and in the city.
Funeral services for Mrs. Monroe were conducted Tuesday afternoon at the local Methodist Church with the Rev. M. H. McKinley in charge. Burial was made in the local cemetery. Following is the obituary as read by the Rev. McKinley during the service:
On the 15th day of June 1855 in Meigs County, Ohio, a new spirit came into this world. She dwelt among us here for seventy-four years, four months and twenty-six days. At the tender age of six months Elvira Jane Stivers came to Iowa with her parents James and Elizabeth Clark Stivers settling in Pleasant Valley. With the exception of two years she has lived in and near here ever since. That means she was one of the very old settlers of this community.
In 1874 she was united in marriage to Mr. Hathaway. During the following year this young couple drove through to Kansas in a covered wagon. They had to return at the end of a two year stay in Kansas on account of Mr. Hathaway's health. He died soon after their return. The young widow entered into her second marriage on the twenty-eighth day of May 1879, with Samuel V. Monroe. Two sons were born to this union, J. G. Monroe of Olin, and Clarence Monroe.
Mrs. Monroe entered the church while she was still a young girl and has been devoted to all interest of the building of God's kingdom throughout the years. She was a member of the D.E.R. circle and had always been active in caring for the sick and the needy until she was stricken in health.
For the last twenty-one years she and Mr. Monroe have lived in Olin. During the epidemic of influenza in 1918 she went to the bedside of her son when she was only partially recovered from an attack of the same disease. She underwent a relapse which left her a cripple for the remaining years of her life.
For the last seven years she has been confined to her bed and chair. Through all this she was patient and cheerful while the life stream was slowly ebbing out into the vast unknown ocean. During the last two weeks there were marked signs of growing weakness and at 5 a.m. Sunday morning, November 10, 1929 she quietly stepped out the door without any evidence
of sound or struggle. This it would seem was a fitting climax to the calm poise of Christian character and the serenity of soul which marked her days on earth.
She was preceded in death by her son, Clarence, on the 11th day of October, 1918, and by her husband August 10, 1929. There remain to mourn her absence, her son; five sisters, Mrs. Alice Hayden, Mrs. Olive Glenn, Mrs. Emma Story, Mrs. Elizabeth James of Olin, and Mrs. Nellie Osborn of Kansas; three brothers, Charles D. Stivers, Daniel W. Stivers, and James C. Stivers of Olin; six grandchildren, four great grandchildren, other relatives, and a wide circle of friends.
Submitted by: Charles R. Stivers, her great-grandnephew.
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| Emmet L. Stivers
8 August 1912—2 May 1993 | |||||||||
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Emmet L. Stivers, 80 of Phoenix, AZ formerly of the Olin area, died May 2, 1993 in St. Luke's Hospital, Phoenix, of a heart attack. Graveside services were held May 10th in Deer Valley Gardens, Phoenix, AZ. Survivors included a sister, Evelyn Carlough, Miami, FL., three sons, Charles of Springville, Ronald of Cedar Rapids, and Richard of Anamosa. Also surviving are eight grandchildren, Ronda Price, Becky Osborn, Scott, Mike, Steven, Ronald Jr., James and Ryan Stivers, and eight great-grandchildren. He was proceeded in death by his parents Ray and Lila Stivers, Olin, and his wife Mildred. Born August 8, 1912 in Cedar Rapids, he graduated from Anamosa High School.
Submitted by: Charles R. Stivers
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| Enos Henry Stivers
13 July 1846—16 October 1911 | |||||||||
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Enos Henry Stivers was born in Meigs County, Ohio, July 13, 1846, and died at his home in Olin, Iowa, October 16, 1911, age 65 years, 3 months and 3 days.
His mother died when he was about two years old. He lived with his grandmother for about four years, at which time his father married his mother's sister, and came to Iowa in the year 1855. He lived at home until eighteen years old when he responded to the call of his country. Though under age, he could not hear his country call and not come to her aid. He served until the close of the war and received an honorable discharge.
On Christmas day in the year 1869, he was united in marriage with Miss Marie Hammond. To this union four children were given-Edward Wright, who died at the age of nine years; Thaddie Eugene, who only lived seven years;
Lona Alice, who lingered but nine days and Stella May who brightened their home for two years and two months.
Mr. Stivers was converted and united with the Methodist Episcopal Church at Pleasant Valley, while Rev. A. Bronson was pastor, in the years 1870-1871. He was a member at the time of his death.
Three years ago last spring he suffered a paralytic stroke from which he never recovered. It might be truthfully said that he never saw a well day after the stroke. Yet no one in Olin was more industrious than Enos
Stivers. For eighteen years he held his position in the meat market. The market changed hands but he stayed with the business, the reason was his unquestioned honesty. All parties felt confident that Enos would give them
a square deal.
Faithfully he carried the mail from the postoffice to the depot for five years.
The loss of his property when the bank failed was a hard blow, yet he bore it bravely and many years were the hearts that sympathized with him as they saw him continue the toil of earning a livelihood.
Hard must have been the battles endured when the death angel called time after time until the four children had been taken. Two days before his death he arose from his bed and quoted the scripture-"Man that is born of a
woman is of few days and full of trouble. He cometh like a flower and is cut down. He fleeth also as a shadow, and continueth not". When dying he called his eldest son by name and reached for him. Before he departed he
said, he was ready to go. After the storms and broken ties of life comes eternal sunshine, and re-unions with children and loved ones that will never be severed.
He leaves his wife, ten brothers and sisters and many friends and neighbors who mourn his departure.
The funeral services were held at the M. E. church yesterday afternoon, conducted by Rev. J. J. Kidder, and the body was deposited in the Olin cemetery.
Submitted by: Charles R. Stivers
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| Evelyn Stivers Carlough
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Evelyn Carlough, 78 of Miami, FL, formerly of Olin, died Monday, July 22, 1996 in Miami after a long illness. Services were held July 25th in Miami. She was preceeded in death by her husband, Vivian (Vic), brother Emmet Stivers of Phoenix, AZ, and parents Ray and Lila Stivers, Olin, IA. Survivors include Shirley Carlough Simpson of Patterson, NJ, Dorothy Carlough Lewis of Ship Bottom, NJ, Elaine Carlough Composto of Patterson, NJ, Cheryl Ann Carlough Hansen of Colorado Springs, CO, Bruce Carlough of Jupiter, FL, and Thomas Carlough Chespeake, VA, nephews Charles R. Stivers of Springville, IA, Ronald L. Stivers of Cedar Rapids, IA, and Richard A. Stivers of Anamosa, IA, cousins Brain Peterson of Miami, FL, Pat Davis of Davenport, IA, and Orin Davis of Morley, IA.
Submitted by: Charles R. Stivers
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| George Henry Stivers
29 March 1845-25 June 1911 | |||||||||
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George Henry Stivers, one of the residents of this community and a prominent citizen of Washta died at his home Sunday, June 25 at 9 o’clock p.m., aged 66 years, 2 months and 26 days. Mr. Stivers had been failing in health for some time, but was planning to be up about ten before he died. He was thought to be improving the last few days and his death came as a surprise and shock to everyone.
George Henry Stivers was the son of Timothy and Elizabeth Stivers. He was born in Jones County, Iowa, March 29, 1845; on February 12, 1868 he was married to Matilda Harrison of Olin, IA. This union were born six sons and three daughters, as follows; Howard, who died when 2 years old, Mrs. Gertrude Harvey of Washta, A. H. Stivers of Alta, Ross of Ark., Charles, Mrs. Bertha Jenkins, Grace and George of Washta.
In 1871 Mr. Stivers moved to Webster County, Iowa and resided there six years. In 1877 he moved to Great Bend, Kansas, and resided there until 1884, when he returned to Olin, IA. In 1886 he moved to Cherokee County, Iowa where he spent the remainder of his life.
Mr. Stivers was one of the good men of the community. He was converted before coming to Washta and became a member of the M. E. church of the place when he moved here. He lived a consistent Christian life, was faithful to the church and kind to everyone.
A man who had knew him for twenty-five years said to the writer: "I have never heard anyone say a word against George Stivers”. He was a member of the official board of the church at the time of his death, also justice of the peace, and had served one or two terms as mayor of Washta.
The people of this community, among whom he had lived so long, will miss Mr. Stivers. There are few among us who could die and be missed more. He leaves to mourn his death his widow, five sons and three daughters, already named, also two sisters, Adaline Colby and Elizabeth Lucas, and one brother, Frank Stivers.
The funeral was held at the M.E. church Tuesday afternoon, under the auspices of the Masonic order, of which the deceased was a member, and one of the largest funerals ever held in Washta. Every bit of room in the church was taken and about 100 people stood outside. Rev. Davies, pastor of the church, preached an appropriate sermon and paid a fine tribute to the departed. The floral offerings were many and beautiful. The remains were laid to rest in the Washta Cemetery.
Submitted by: Charles R. Stivers
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| James Stivers
20 October 1825-25 July 1884 | |||||||||
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Under the obituary head is a notice of the death of our old and esteemed friend, James Stivers. This is an event that has long been looked for, yet a feeling of sadness moves the hearts of many who have known this generous and public-spirited man since the days of pioneership. James Stivers, though sometimes headstrong, as men of through convictions often are, was never justly accused of dishonesty, or subserviency; to political shifts or so called policies. If he erred in action it was never because of any mercenary or selfish motive. He was too frank and outspoken and fearless ever to be trimmer or a tool. If men are the strong pillars that make safe and wholesome the social compact; and when to these qualities are added to the graces that belong to purity, temperateness in personal habits and neighborly kindness and helpfulness in all that made up the history of early struggles and privations as well as in the later days of industry's well-merited prosperities, then in deed and in truth we have valued an exemplary citizen, one whose life has had much to do with and is an integral part of the social and civil character of the community in which he has so long moved. James Stivers does not need a post-mortem to give him standing in the remembrance of men; his life carried with it.
Died at his home in Jackson township after a long and protracted illness Friday July 25, 1884.
James Stivers aged 58 years, 6 months, and 5 days James Stivers was born October 20, 1825, in Genesse County, NY. When nine years of age his parents moved to Meigs County, Ohio. In 1845 he married Miss Eveline Clark, by whom he had one child, E. H. Stivers, of Olin. On the death of his wife in 1847 he left his farm and worked at his trade, that of a blacksmith. In the year 1851 he went to California, and on his return in 1852 he married his now bereaved wife. Twelve children were the fruit of this union. Two having preceded him to the spirit world. In the year 1853 he moved to Iowa and settled on the farm on which he lived until his death 15 minutes before 1:00 a.m. July 25, 1884.
He was a firm believer in the principles of true Christianity, being raised by pious parents and taught to remember the Sabbath to keep it holy. These principles he carried with him through life. May he rest in Peace.
The funeral services were held at his late residence at 8:00 p.m. on Saturday, July 26, conducted by Rev. L. B. Hix of Olin. Although a busy time with farmers, there was a large attendance.
Submitted by: Charles R. Stivers
Note: This is my great-great-grandfather. My first name was given for his son, Charles Douglas Stivers, and I gave my son the first name of James after him. I also gave my son his middle name of "Douglas" after his son's middle name. My middle name "Raycliffe" was given for his son Charles' only child, Ray Stivers, my grandfather, and my other grandparent Clifford Isaac Miller. | ||||||||
| Olive Stivers
19 February 1860-6 September 1933 | |||||||||
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Olive Stivers, one of eleven children of James and Elizabeth Stivers was born on a farm in Jones County, north of Olin, February 19, 1860, and passed away at her home in Olin, Sept. 6, 1933 at the age of 73 years, 6 months, and 18 days. Her entire life was lived in Jones County, the last twenty-four years of which she lived in Olin.
On March 12, 1879, she was united in marriage to James W. Glenn who preceded her in death, January 19, 1927. Two children were born to this union, one daughter who died in infancy, and one son, Edgar H. Glenn of Olin. Mrs. Glenn was fortunate in enjoying good health practically all her life until a few months ago when illness, which was to prove fatal, caused her to cease her usual activities. She told the writer of this sketch recently that never before had sickness stricken her down and kept her there for long. This fact made it harder for her to realize that she was nearing the time, which we must all meet, when our physical body shall become too tired to sustain itself. Few there are indeed who take as active interest in public, civic and religious affairs as did she. If there was a need for some public improvement, or if some worthy religious project was presented she could be counted upon for her share both of service and finance. To help others was one of her greatest pleasures. In these respects she leaves an example, which will be difficult for many of us to excel.
In December 1894, Rev. Lee received Mrs. and Mrs. Glenn into fellowship of the Methodist church at Pleasant Valley. Later they transferred their membership to Olin. Here Mrs. Glenn was a member not only of the church but also of the Sunday School, Missionary Society, Ladies Aid, and official board. In all of these she took an active interest. She will be missed more than many realize at present. She was also a member of the Sorosis club and the D. E. Rummell Circle. For the past several months she has been in failing health but bravely fought against this until a few days before death released her from her suffering.
She leaves to mourn her passing her only son, Edgar H. Glenn of Olin two grandsons, two great-grandsons, four sisters, Mrs. Alice Hayden and Mrs. Emma Story of Olin; Mrs. Elizabeth James of Anamosa; Mrs. Nellie Osborne of South Pasadena, Calif.; three brothers, Charles and Dan Stivers of Olin, James Stivers of Anamosa; and many other relatives and friends. Two brothers, John and Enos H. Stivers and one sister, Elvira Monroe, have preceded her into the great beyond.
Funeral services were conducted Friday afternoon at 2:00 p.m. in the Olin Methodist church by her pastor, Rev. Earl Hodgkin. Interment in the Olin Cemetery.
Submitted by: Charles R. Stivers
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| Ray Stivers
11 February 1883—11 February 1965 | |||||||||
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Ray Stivers, age 82, died Thursday, February 11, 1965 at his farm home in Jackson township, Newport community, following a brief illness.
Funeral services were held Monday February 15th at 1:30 PM at the First Methodist Church, Anamosa, Iowa. Rev J. Ellis Webb conducted the service. Burial was in the Olin Cemetery.
Pallbearers included Delbert Grafft, Ray Morning, Leo Bonjour, Robert Duncan, Merle Meeks and Donald Meeks. Mrs. Leon Stivers, Olin, was soloist. Mrs. J. E. Webb was organist.
He was born February 11, 1883, son of Charles D. Stivers and Ida Carter Stivers at his present home in Jackson township. He was married to Lila McMurrin December 18, 1907, at the McMurrin farm home in the Forest community. Couple had lived their married life on the present farm home.
He was a member of the Methodist church, Anamosa. He attended Newport grade school and graduated from Olin high school in 1904.
Survivors include his wife, Lila: two adopted children, Emmett Leroy Stivers, Phoenix, Arizona and Evelyn Carlough, North Miami, Florida, three grandchildren, Charles, Ronald, and Richard Stivers, and three great
grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Charles D. Stivers and Ida Stivers.
Submitted by: Charles R. Stivers
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| Steven R. Stivers
9 July 1969—14 June 14 1998 | |||||||||
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Steven R. Stivers, son of Richard and Roseann Stivers died of cancer Sunday morning, June 14, 1998 at his parents home in Anamosa, IA. He is survived by his parents, his wife Kathleen, sons Ian and Noah, daughter Maeghan, an older brother Scott of Prescott, WI, and younger brother Ryan of Anamosa, IA, paternal grandmother Leola M. Wiese of Anamosa, IA, and mother-in-law Mary Grady of Eagan, MN.
Born July 9, 1969 in Anamosa, IA. He graduated from Anamosa High School in 1988 and attended Northwestern College in St. Paul, MN where he received his degree in Cross Culture Ministries and Bible.
On March 1, 1992 Steven was united in marriage to Kathleen Grady at Northwestern College. Steven worked for Billy Graham Ministries in Minneapolis, MN, Cambridge Employment Services in Cedar Rapids, IA, Human Resources Recruiter for SDRC in Middletown, OH, and as a pastor at the Faith Fellowship Church in Middletown, OH. He was a member of the First Church of the Open Bible in Cedar Rapids, IA, and the Promise Keepers.
Services will be held Wednesday 10 AM, June 17th at the First Church of the Open Bible, 1911 E. Ave, NW, Cedar Rapids, IA. Friends may call Tuesday, from 4 PM to 8 PM at the Goettsch Funeral Home in Anamosa. He will be interred at the Green Center Cemetery, Morley, IA with a luncheon following for friends and relatives at the Martelle Christian Church.
Submitted by: Charles R. Stivers
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| Dennis Stolte
September 17, 1947–March 22, 2009 | |||||||||
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Dennis J. Stolte, Sr., 61, of Stanwood, Iowa, died Sunday, March 22, 2009, at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics in Iowa City, following a sudden illness.
A celebration of his life was held on Thursday, March 26, 2009 at 10:30 a.m. at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Stanwood, with Pastor Timothy Jones officiating. Burial was in the Olin Cemetery, Olin, Iowa, with military honors accorded by the Olin American Legion Blayney Miner Ahrendsen Post 412. Friends called from 4 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at Lahey Funeral Home in Olin.
Dennis J. Stolte was born September 17, 1947 in Anamosa, Iowa son of Hilbert and Margaret (Jansen) Stolte. He graduated from Olin High School in 1966. He served in the U. S. Army during the Vietnam War, stationed in Germany.
Dennis was a corrections officer for 29 years at the Anamosa State Penetentiary.
He was a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church in Stanwood, the Olin American Legion Blayney Miner Ahrendsen Post 412, National Rifle Association and the Paralyzed Veterans of American. He enjoyed the outdoors, fishing, hunting and spending time with his granddaughters.
He is survived by two children; Shannon (Cody) Poppe of Lowden and Dennis Stolte, Jr., of Stanwood; two granddaughters, Mackenzie and Sophie Poppe; three sisters, Marcine (Elon) Miller of Oxford Junction, Cindy Stolte and Glenda (Jim) Lawson and two brothers, Gary (Karen) Stolte and Randy (Rhonda) Stolte, all of Olin.
He was preceded in death by his parents and grandparents.
Submitted by: Janet A. Brandt
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| Curtis Stone
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Mr. Curtis Stone, who came to Bowen's Prairie some twenty-eight years ago, died on Saturday, Oct. 11th, of Typhoid Pneumonia, after a short sickness of one week. He would have been sixty years old had he lived 'till the twenty-sixth of the present month. From the first of his sickness he felt that he should not get well, and expressed to his family a humble resignation of the Divine Will and trust in the Saviour, which he had of late cherished, and committed them to the care of Him who had ever watched over and kept them. He leaves a widow and three daughters to mourn his loss. Mr. Stone was a native of N. H. He came West a young and energetic man, obtained a good piece of land and commenced at once to make a farm and home. Having made such improvements as time and circumstances would permit in that early day, after about two years he retuned East and married. He then took his father and mother, who were then quite age, and in company with his young wife returned to his newly-made home, where he has lived ever since, with the exception of about a year and a half, when he resided in Monticello. He was an affectionate father a loving husband, a kind friend, a good neighbor and a useful citizen. A man of enterprise and public spirit, ever ready to forward public improvement by personal interest, and contributing his share of the necessary means. He will be greatly missed by his family and numerous friends and acquaintances.
Submitted by: Mary Kay Kuhfittig
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| Lawrence Stulken
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Three Monticello men were killed early Sunday when the new Chrysler in which they were riding crashed on highway 151 about 3½ miles south of here.
Killed were: John Buol, 21, son of Mrs. John Buol; Lawrence E. Stuhlken, 40, son of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Stuhlken of near Monticello; Walter Balster, 30, son of Mrs. A. H. Balster of Scotch Grove.
According to Jones County Sheriff Lewis Dreibelbis, the three men were seen leaving the Maid Rite sandwich shop in Anamosa early Sunday.
The wreckage, with two men dead and Buol dying, was discovered by a passing motorist about 2 a. m.
Some time between 1:45 and 2 a. m., the new car left the pavement on a curve just north of Langworthy at a high rate of speed. It sheared off a telephone pole and rolled several times before coming to a stop some 390 feet from the point where it left the pavement.
Balster and Stuhlken were killed instantly. Buol was taken to Monticello hospital, where he died about 6 a. m. Driver of the car at the time was not known, Sheriff Dreiblebis said.
The car was registered to Buol on Aug. 16, his twenty-first birthday, but was not a birthday present, as at first reported. It had less than 3,000 miles on it.
Buol was working on a farm owned by his mother between Monticello and Cascade. Services await the arrival of a brother, Edward, stationed at Oceanside, Calif. Also surviving are two other brothers, Robert and Laverne, at home, and two sisters, Lorraine and Elaine, both at home. The body is at the Goettsch funeral home. Buol's father was killed in 1938 when he was run over by a stock truck in his farm yard.
Stuhlken was employed by the Energy Manufacturing Company in Monticello. In addition to his parents, he is survived by three brothers, George and Clarence, of Monticello and Vincent, of Cedar Rapids; a sister, Mrs. Lester Holub, Praireburg, and a grandmother, Mrs. Mary Connley, LaCrosse, Wis. Funeral services will be Tuesday at 10 a. m. in the Devaney funeral home. Burial will be in Sacred Heart cemetery.
Balster was employed by the Burch Construction Company of Cedar Rapids. Funeral services will be held Wednesday at 10 a.m. in St. John's Lutheran cemetery. Burial will be the church cemetery. The Goettsch funeral home is in charge of arrangements.
Submitted by: Sharon Oltmanns
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| Henry Suhr
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SUHR—At monticello, Iowa, October 24th 1894, Henry Suhr, aged 64 years 11 months and 14 days.
Mr. Henry Suhr died last night at nine o'clock after a lingering illness. He has been ailing for nearly if not quite a year. In vain he sought health at the various mineral springs of the country. His family was very solitous, and called in consultation the best medical skill that the cities could afford, but the ravages of disease could not be stayed.
Mr. Suhr was an active business man of Monticello, for twenty-three years; and during all of that time enjoued the confidence and esteem of the community.
The deseased was born in Prussia Nov. 10, 1830. He remained there until manhood. In 1861 he came to America, and made his home for ten years at Peekskill, N.Y. In 1871 he embarked in teh furniture business in Monticello. Mr Suhr was a member of the German Reformed church. He is survived by his widow and two sons and a daughter.
The funeral services will be held at the German Reformed church, next Saturday, at 2 o'clock. | |||||||||
| Edith Sulzner Vernon
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Edith Vernon, age 101, of Olin, died Tuesday morning, August 12, 2008 at the Anamosa Care Center following a brief illness.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 Saturday morning, August 16, 2008 at St. John Lutheran Church, Olin, Iowa with interment in the Olin Cemetery. Rev. Jen Andreas will officiate at the services. Friends may call after 10:00 Saturday at the church. Goettsch Funeral Home Anamosa is caring for Edith and her family. Surviving are 2 daughters-in-law, LaVera Vernon, Olin, and Phyllis Vernon, North Liberty; 9 grandchildren, Linda Vernon, Mark (Dana) Vernon, Sanda (Carl) Johnson, Eric Vernon, Todd (Carole) Vernon, Gwyn (Matt) Gapinski, Kurt Vernon, Carolyn Vernon, Rodney Bernet, 11 great-grandchildren and one great-great grandchild. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Virgil; 3 sons, Neal, Daryl and Lyle; 2 brothers, Arthur and Clarence Sulzner; and a sister, Irene Streets. Edith C. Sulzner was born October 1, 1906 at Monticello, Iowa. She was the daughter of Benhart and Lena Meyer Sulzner. Edith graduated from the Morley High School and went on to attend Iowa State Teachers College. She taught in a rural school near Morley. Edith C. Sulzner and Virgil Vernon were married May 8, 1929 at Clinton, Iowa. The couple made their home in Olin where Virgil ran the elevator and a lime business. Virgil preceded her in death in 1996. Edith’s health caused her to move to the care center in 2004. She was a member of St. John Lutheran Church, the Rebekah Circle, Eastern Star, the Friendship Club and Bridge Club.
Submitted by: Janet A. Brandt
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| Lauretta C. Supple
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This community was saddened Tuesday evening to learn of the death of a charming young woman. Mrs. Eldon R Conlin of Chicago, who expired that afternoonat 4:45 o'clock. Mrs. Conlin had been ill for the past two years but seemed on the road to recovery when she and her husband returned here during the Centennial to visit with her parents, Mr. And Mrs. John Supple of Temple Hill. July 5th she suffered a set-back, the malignancy of the ailment forewent any recovery and following several weeks of critical illness at the home of her parents, she was removed to Mercy Hospital, Dubuque, where she quietly passed away as aforementioned.
Mrs. Conlin was a young woman presumably in the prime of life who enjoyed a large friendship each of whom, together with those so near and dear to her, sincerely and deeply mourn her demise. As a young girl she was popularly known in this community for her winning personality and happy disposition. She died fortified by the last rites of the Catholic church which religion she embraced throughout her life.
Lauretta C Supple, the daughter of Mr. And Mrs. John Supple, was born December 4, 1907 at Temple Hill on the family homestead. She was married to Eldon R Conlin at Chicago on December 4, 1929 where the young people have lived and where Mr. Conlin practices his profession as a mortician.
She is survived by her husband and parents and five sisters and three brothers: Sally, Agnes, Lucille, Alberta, Virginia, Louis, Len and Bernard. William, another brother, preceded her in death.
Funeral services will be held from the home in Temple Hill to St. Peter's church Friday morning. Rev. J. J. Hehir, pastor of St Peter's, will officiate.
Submitted by: Joanne Wilken
Source: Cascade Pioneer, 26 July 1934. | |||||||||
| Carol Swenson Peck
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Carol (Swenson) Peck, 84, of Fort Collins, Colorado, and formerly of Olin, died Saturday, November 1, 2008, at Columbine Care Center West in Fort Collins, Colorado.
Funeral services were held at 11:00 a.m., Friday, November 7, 2008 at St. Paul’s United Methodist Church in Olin, Iowa, with Pastor Pat Slater officiating. Visitation as held from 4 – 7 p.m., Thursday, November 6, at Lahey Funeral Home in Olin, Iowa. Burial was at Olin Cemetery, Olin, Iowa.
Carol was born December 20, 1923 in Olin, Iowa to Eva (Easterly) and Michael Swenson. Carol grew up on a dairy farm. She attended schools in Olin, Iowa. After graduating from Olin High School, Carol attended the University of Northern Iowa where she obtained a degree in Elementary teaching. On October 13, 1946, she was united in marriage to Donald D. Peck. The two attended school together from elementary school through high school, but they did not fall in love until Donald’s return from WWII. Carol and Don have three children. Carol worked as an elementary school teacher in Cedar Rapids for seven years. She also was a substitute teacher in Des Moines Public Schools. After their children were born she stopped teaching to raise her family.
Carol was a member of Westminster Presbyterian Church in Des Moines, where she was a Stephen Minister. She also was a member of First Presbyterian Church of Fort Collins. In their retirement years Carol and Don loved to travel. Carol had a great love for life, learning and teaching.
Carol is survived by her daughter Holly Sue Pierce of Fort Collins; sons Joel (Toni) Peck of St. Charles, Illinois and Kurt (Julia) Peck of Morristown, Arizona; grandchildren, Joy (Derek) Decker, Matthew Pierce, Laura Sue Pierce, Valerie (Sam) Hartman, Natalie (Bob) Button, and Travis Peck; four great-grandchildren; two sisters, Charlotte Klatt of Clarence, Iowa and Beverly Rohwedder of Olin, Iowa; and a sister-in-law, Betty Petersen of Wyoming, Iowa.
She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Donald Dean Peck, and a brother Lowell Swenson.
Submitted by: Janet A. Brandt
Source: Midland Times, Wyoming, Iowa, November 7, 2008 |
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