ABBOTT --- Clarence ABBOTT Lincoln County Beacon, May 28, 1885 ---At Sylvan Grove, May 12, 1885, Clarence Abbott, only child of Emer and Jennie Abbott, and aged 2 years. Clarence was a bright child, cheerful in sickness. His heavenly Father calls him away from pain and temptation. ACHTERBERG -- William Lincoln Sentinel, Nov. 11, 1909. --- When the bell of the German Evangelical Lutheran church rang Sunday morning at 7:30 it meant to spread the thrilling news that one of the church's oldest members had passed away. William ACHTERBERG, living with his son Herman five miles south of Lincoln, died early Sunday morning at 2 o'clock at the age of 75. The cause of his death was a paralytic stroke, which occurred at about susnet Saturday evening. Dr. HULTNER was called immediately. He stayed unconscious until he was relieved at 2 o'clock at night. Mr. ACHTERBERG was feeling comparatively well last Saturday, ate a hearty dinner, and was around with his son, who was constructing a foundation for a corn crib. While at work, Herman on looking up, found his beloved father stretched out on the ground. Mr. ACHTERBERG was born in Germany in 1834. He emigrated in 1872, and settled in Lincoln county, Kansas. Three sons, Albert, Adolf, Herman, and one daugher, Emma, Mrs. Chas. STEINHAUS, survive him. His beloved wife preceded him in death 14 years ago. The funeral was held Tuesday afternoon at 1:30 o'clock, with Rev. J.H.F. HOYER officiating. The remains were interred in the Lutheran cemetery, south of Lincoln. Submitted by Tracee Hamilton (no relation). ADAMS -- John Lincoln Republican, March 17, 1887 ---Died at Milo, Kansas, U.S.A. at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Robert McBRIDE, John ADAMS, aged 76 years. He was born in Fife, Scotland. He has lived in America 70 years. He died quite suddenly. Only a few days before his death he taught Mr. McBride's 5-year-old boy the twenty-third Psalm, 5th verse. The funeral was held in the First church at Milo. He was the oldest and first member of this organization. The whole neighborhood was present at his funeral. ALLEN -- Infant Lincoln Sentinel, June 5, 1902 ---June 2, eleven miles southwest of Lincoln, the infant child of Robert ALLEN and wife. ALLEN -- William Lincoln Republican, Feb. 24, 1887 ---Mr. William Allen, died at Salina February 22nd, aged 69 years and 6 months. Deceased was born at Chambersburg, Pa. In the year 1876 he came to Kansas and has since then been a resident of Lincoln county. His wife preceded him to the better world only a few weeks. Yesterday morning his remains were brought to this city, accompanied by his daughter, Mrs. J.B. GOFF. The funeral was held in the afternoon, Rev. W.D. Ward officiating in the house and at the grave. ALLSWORTH --- Jennie I. (COULTER) ALLSWORTH Lincoln County Beacon Thursday Dec. 2, 1880. ---Died in Lincoln Center, November 24th, at 5 p.m. of quick consumption Jennie I. COULTER, wife of B.W. ALLSWORTH, aged 27 years. Mrs. ALLSWORTH was born in Lawrence County, Pennsylvania, where she was reared by her maternal grandparents, her mother having died of quick consumption when she was two weeks old, and where she resided until a year ago last September when she came to Kansas to join her husband who had precede her a few months. Six weeks ago she came to Lincoln Center to live, her husband being employed as principal of the public schools here. ...Elder Bradbury preached her funeral discourse on Friday, November 26th, when her remains were laid to rest on the beautiful hillside consecrated by the burial of our loved ones. ...her little Willie nearly three years of age and her baby girl five months old that she named when she was dying will never know the irrepairable loss they sustain in her death. submitted by Bill and Diana Sowers (Note... We are not related to this person. We found this obit while looking through the paper.) ANDERSON --- Look under: America S. (ANDERSON) HARMAN ANDERSEN --- Karen ANDERSEN Lincoln Sentinel, Jan. 25, 1912 ---At Denmark Jan. 18, 1912, from a complication of desease, and old age, Karen Andersen, widow of Christian Andersen, who died some years ago from injury received in a runaway. Mrs. Andersen was born April 16, 1836, at Helsinger Jutland, Denmark, came to the United Staes in April 1870, and married Mr. Andersen on April 15, 1870, at Junction City, Kanass, moved on their homestead at Denmark about Nov. 1, 1870, and have lifed their since Mrs. Andersen would have been 70 years old next April. She leaves no children. One niece Maria and two nephews Carl and Hans Jensen, survive her, they were with her for many years. Hans Jensen is really an adopted son. He inherits the property that is left which is one of the best farms in the neighborhood, and he deserves it too, as he and his sister and brother kept everything on the premises in better condition than most any one else would have done and did all that could be done for theiraunt's comfort and tenderly cared for her. The writer of this notice spent many plesant hours with Mrs. Andersen in her home talking over old hardships. She had a wonderful memory and a cheerful dispotion so she was quite an interesting character and was generous to a fault and especially to the needy. (C. Bernhardt) ANDRESON --- Dr. Paul S. ANDRESON Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, Nov. 12, 1942 ---Dr. Paul S. Andreson, Sylvan Grove dentist, died unexpectedly at his home early Monday morning, following a heart attack. Dr. Andreson's death was a severe shock, not only in the Sylvan Grove community, but throughout the county where he was widely known. Dr. Andreson had not been well for several months and had been under a physician's care, suffering from a heart ailment. Due to this ailment, he was forced to remain idle several months last summer and had only recently returned to his practice. � He was unable to "take things easy" as his physician advised, and as a result he suffered the fatal heart attack Monday morning at 7 o'clock. At the time of his death Dr. Andreson was aged 62 years. A resident of Sylvan Grove most of his life, Dr. Andreson was one of the most popular dentists in central Kansas, practicing at both Sylvan Grove and Lucas. His work was well known and persons drove many miles to have him do their dental work. Surviving are Mrs. Andreson, of the home; and their three children, Dr. Paul Andreson Jr., now first lieutenant in the army medical corps and stationed at Camp Robinson, Ark.; one daughter and a younger son. Interment [was] in the Sylvan cemetery. ARTMAN --- Arthur ARTMAN Lincoln Sentinel Republican, November 14, 1946 ---Arthur ARTMAN was born in Hunter, New York, December 13, 1870, and departed this life November 8, 1946 at St. John's Hospital, Salina, Kansas. He came to Kansas with is parents in 1879 and lived near or in Lincoln the rest of his life. He was married to Minnie ADAMSON on May 27, 1895. She preceded in death on April 18, 1911. Beginning in 1894 Mr. ARTMAN taught school for eleven years in various districts over the county. In 1902 he was elected to the office of Probate Judge of Lincoln County, holding this office for forty consecutive years. On May 11, 1912, he was united in marriage to Malinda ROATH of Denver, Colorado. Mr. ARTMAN'S daily life was proof of his belief and knowledge that only through Jesus Christ can we enter the Kingdom of Heaven. He leaves to mourn his departure, his beloved wife, Malinda ARTMAN; two daughter, Mrs. Meda E. VOSS, Vancouver, Washington, and Mrs. Flossie A. SCHROEDER, Beverly, Kansas; four grandchildren, three great grandchildren; two sisters, Mrs. Harriet RYAN, Lincoln, Kansas, and Mrs. Nellie SCHROEDER, Ataescadero, California; a number of nieces and nephews and a host of friends. Submitted by: Loren D. Schroeder, 624 Pierce St., P.O. Box 74, Maple Hill, KS 66507-0074 --- lschroeder@networksplus.net ARTMAN --- Justus Arminus ARTMAN Lincoln Sentinel Beacon May 7, 1931. ...Justus Arminus ARTMAN was born in Hunter, New York, Sept. 5, 1849. Died at his home in Lincoln, Kansas, April 27, 1931, age 81 yrs., 6 mo., 22 days. In 1869, he was married to Miss Aspocia McCOON, near Hunter, New York,, to which union were born, one son and three daughter, all of whom survive him. Mr. ARTMAN was born on almost the same spot as was the birth place of his father, this farm having been given his father by the government, as a soldier of the Revolutionary war and which is still in the hands of the family. He came to Lincoln County, Kans., in 1879, settling on a farm north of Lincoln. In 1881, he moved to town, having received an appointment to the office of Probate Judge. This appointment having experied he was elected to a second term to the same office. He then spent many years working in the mill and buying wheat until an accident unfitted him for further service there. Then for several years he was Custodian of the Central school building, faithfully performing his services throughout these years. Early in life he became a member of the Methodist church, but later transferred to the Christian church where for some 20 years, he remained a member. He leaves to mourn his departure his companion, Mrs. Aspocia ARTMAN, his son Arthur, of Lincoln, Ks., and 3 daughters, Mrs. Ada FLETCHER, of Seattle, Washington; Mrs. Harriet RYAN, of Lincoln, Kansas; and Mrs. Nell SCHROEDER, of Paseo Robles, California. Also one sister, Miss Caroline ARTMAN of Hunter, New York; six grand children and other relatives and friends. Funeral services were held from the Hall Funeral Parolors, with Rev. Roy D. PLOTT in charge. Burial in Lincoln cemetery. This information was supplied by Loren D. Schroeder - email: lschroeder@networksplus.net ARTMAN --- Mrs. Malinda ARTMAN Lincoln Sentinel Republican, 1 September 1949 ---Malinda MORRISON, one of 13 children, was born in Belden, Indiana, October 20, 1866, and departed this life August 26, 1949, at her home in Lincoln, Kansas. She came to Kansas with her parents, the Rev. and Mrs. John MORRISON in 1887 and for several years the family lived in Smith County. The father was an early-day circuit rider of the United Brethren church. Times were hard and often the family was deprived of the necessities of life. On February 10, 1889, she was united in marriage to Henry W. ROATH. To this union were born four children, two of whom died in infancy. On June 19, 1909, her husband preceded her in death in Denver, Colorado, where they then resided. With her two daughters she came to Lincoln, Kansas, to make their home in 1911. On May 11, 1912, she was united in marriage to Arthur ARTMAN, who preceded her in death on November 8, 1946. Mrs. ARTMAN was a devout christian and as long as her health permitted she was a faithful worker in the Methodist church of which she was a member. She leaves to mourn her departure, two daughters, Meda F. VOSS, Vancouver, Washington; Mrs. Flossie A. SCHROEDER, Beverly, Kansas; four grandchildren, four great grandchildren: one sister, Mrs. Mary SMALL, Denver, Colorado; a number of nieces and nephews and a host of friends. The funeral service was held Saturday afternoon, August 27, from the Lincoln Methodist church, conducted by the minister, the Rev. B. A. Lovelady. Internment was made in Lincoln cemetery. Submitted by Loren D. Schroeder, 624 Pierce St., P.O. Box 74, Maple Hill, KS 66507-0074 --- lschroeder@networksplus.net ARTMAN --- Minnie M. ARTMAN Lincoln Republican April 20, 1911. ---Early Tuesday morning, when all nature is beautiful, when the birds sang sweetly, and the sun in its early splendor looked down upon so many happy homes and hearts, the angel of death entered the home of Judge ARTMAN and quietly took away the life of his beloved wife. Years of pain and suffering had, perhaps, made the visit of the death angel more welcome to the patient than would have been the case under any other circumstances. For fifteen long years Mrs. ARTMAN has been a sufferer from rheumatism and for the past seven or eight years here the suffering was almost unbearable. Through it all she was patient and uncomplaining and people outside of her immediate family knew little of the pain that she daily endured. Since December she has been confined to her home and much of the time to her bed. She was a member of the Church of Christ and a regular attendant at the services whenever her physical condition would allow her to do so, and when at last this pleasure was denied her she felt it keenly. Although her condition had been such that her death was daily and hourly expected, still of the pain of parting with the loved one, is none the less intense. We are prone to give up those we hold most dear but in the midst of sorrow and loneliness the relatives will surely find relief in the thought that she is at peace, at rest, that the tired pain-racked body will suffer no more. Willing hands did all that could be done to relieve her sufferings, and now that she is gone they will have the satisfaction of knowing that she never lacked for care. She had nothing to fear in crossing the dark valley. Minnie M. ADAMSON was born Mary 27, 1867, in Greene County, Pennsylvania. She came to Lincoln with her parents in 1885. Ten years later, May 27, 1895, she was united in marriage to Arthur ARTMAN, who is left to mourn her death. She leaves beside her husband, two sisters, Mrs. Anna MARSH, of Sequin, Kansas, and Mrs. H. R. STRAWN, of Lincoln, Kansas, and three brothers, Ephraim, Smith and Roy, all of this place. The funeral services were held at the Church of Christ, Wednesday afternoon, at 2 o'clock, conducted by Rev. STINSON and the body was laid to rest in Lincoln Cemetery. This information was supplied by Loren D. Schroeder - email: lschroeder@networksplus.net ASKEY - Ferris J. Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, 10 March 1966 --- Ferris J. ASKEY, son of Thomas W. and Ella REES ASKEY, was born in Lincoln, Kansas, November 27, 1885, and departed this life after a long illness on Feb. 27, 1966, at the Lincoln County Hospital at the age of 80 years and three months. Ferris spent his entire life in Lincoln county as a farmer until his retirement, and even after he retired he took a great interest in the farming community to which he belonged. On Sept. 22, 1920, Ferris was united in marriage to Mabel BROWN. To this union was born one daughter, Ruby Fern. As a young man Ferris united with the Church in the rites of baptism and became a member of the Central Christian church. Ferris was preceded in death by his paretns; one brother, Lloyd; and two sisters, Margaret and Anne. He leaves to mourn his departure, his wife, Mabel of the home; one daughter Ruby Fern SNYDER of Ash Grove; three grandchildren, Patty, Jennett and Danny Snyder of Ash Grove; five brothers, Tom ASKEY, Gasville, Ark.; Fred ASKEY, San Antonio, Tex.; Andy ASKEY, Nawaka, Okla.; Arthur ASKEY, Wallace, Kan.; and Flem ASKEY, Colorado Springs, Colo.; three sisters, May COATS, Leoti, Kan.; Dorothy WINDES, Kansas City, Mo., and Beulah RUTTE of Westminster, Colo, several nieces and nephews and a host of friends and neighbors. Submitted by Tracee Hamilton. (Note: distant relation). ASKEY --- Lloyd K. ASKEY, Jr. Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, Thursday, October 15, 1936 ---Lloyd K. ASKEY, son of Lloyd E. and Theresa ASKEY was born near Ash Grove, Kansas, December 19, 1916. He died near Tescott, Kansas, October 5, 1936, at the age of 19 years, 9 months and 16 days. He was reared and attended school near Ash Grove and in Vesper and Lincoln. He was graduated from Lincoln High School with the class of 1934.... . He served an enlistment in the CCC Camp at Cawker City. Later, on January 6, 1936, he enlisted in the United States Army, Troop E, 13th Cavalry, Fort Riley. He was transferred to Troop E, Second Cavalry, on September 1. From there he was transferred to the Machine Gun Troop of Second Cavalry on September 8. He had completed 8 months and 29 days service at the time of his death. His death is a great shock to the large number of friends who have known him and his family in the Lincoln and Ash Grove communities. They join in a common bond of sympathy for his bereaved parents and one brother, Qentin James and one sister, Maryella. Their grief is made bearable by the Christian loyalty of good neighbors. The funeral service was held from the Lincoln Methodist Church last Thursday afternoon, October 8, at 2:30.... The full American Legion burial service was held at the grave in Lincoln Cemetery. Contributed by Bill and Diana Sowers. (Note: We are not related to this person) AVERY --- Hazel Herman AVERY Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, Sept. 30, 1943 ---The life history of a beloved Lincoln woman, Mrs. Hazel Avery, was closed Sunday morning when she passed from this earthly realm at the Crestview Sanatorium in Kansas City, at 5:20 o'clock. Born Dec. 20, 1892, in Lincoln, Cora Hazel Herman was the eighth and youngest child of Frederick W. and Susan M. Herman. She was reared in Lincoln, attended the Lincoln schools and after her graduation from high school attended the Emporia State Teachers College in Emporia. While at Emporia, Hazel met Charles D. Avery, an employee of the Emporia Gazette. Their marriage took place at Salina, July 17, 1913, shortly after she had been graduated from Emporia State Teachers College, receiving her degree in music. Following their marriage, Mr. and Mrs. Avery lived for a time at Emporia, later moving to Joplin, Mo., and then to Junction City and other locations where he was engaged in newspaper work. They were the parents of one child, Charles Herman Avery. After several years absence, Mrs. Avery returned to Lincoln, bringing her small son. Overcome with bodily pain, she found health and peace through Christian Science, winning her way back to a busy and successful activity which she had been denied. Early in 1927, Mrs. Avery purchased the Sophie Jorgenson hat and dress shop, continuing in business through more than 16 years. She became a charter member of the Lincoln Blue Cross and later of the Business and Professional Women's Club of Lincoln, serving as their first president in 1934-35. She was also a member of Lincoln Chapter No. 48, Order of the Eastern Star, and of chapter DT, P.E.O. Sisterhood. Memorial services for Mrs. Avery were held this Wednesday afternoon from the Methodist church. The body was laid to rest in Lincoln Cemetery. She was preceded to life eternal by her parents, one brother, Frederick William Herman (Ted); three sisters, Mrs. Lily Truman, Mrs. Rilla Yenser, Mrs. Cecil Shearer. Surviving nearest relatives are her son, Charles H. Avery, serving somewhere at sea with the U.S. Navy aboard a destroyer; three brothers, V.O. Herman, St. Louis; Richard F. Herman, Abilene; D.B. Herman, Kansas City. BACON --- [Child] BACON Lincoln County Beacon Thursday, December 23, 1880. ---A Mr. BACON, living near Bacon Post Office a few days since lost a little child from diphtheria. submitted by Bill and Diana Sowers (Note... We are not related to this person. We found this obit while looking through the paper.) BALL --- Hattie BALL Lincoln County Beacon, July 23, 1885 ---Miss Hattie Ball, daughter of John Ball, of Colorado [township], Kansas, of heart disease, upon Thursday, July 16, 1885. Eight years ago Hattie joined the M.E. Church, and lived a consistent Christan life. She was beloved by all who knew her. She was a patient sufferer; at times her sufferings were intense, yet she never complained. She died in the triumphs of faith. BALL --- [Infant] BALL Lincoln County Beacon Thursday, July 29, 1880. ---(Taken from Colorado Township local news section) Mrs. Volney BALL's baby died last Saturday night. Three times within two years have they (the parents) been called to suffer the loss of their little ones. The infant child of Mrs. WILLETS is also very sick. submitted by Bill and Diana Sowers (Note... We are not related to this person. We found this obit while looking through the paper.) BALL --- Volney BALL Salina Evening Journal, Saturday, April 27, 1912 (Page 1) Valaney Ball, one of the earliest settlers in central Kansas and a prominent citizen in the early affairs of Lincoln and Saline Counties died at his home in Brookville at an early hour this morning. The cause of his death was pneumonia and he had been sick for several days. Mr. Ball was born in Beverly, West Virginia, on August 2, 1840, and lived there until he came to Kansas in 1859 at the age of 19 years. He did not remain long at that time, however, but six year later he again came west and had since made this state his home. When Mr. Ball came the second time in 1865 he conducted a store at Shipley's Ferry on the Saline river and also located a claim on the land where the town of Beverly, Kansas is now situated. With the organization of Lincoln County, Mr. Ball at once became prominent in local affairs and was the first county treasurer, serving for two terms. A few years later he represented Lincoln County in the state legislature with much credit. After moving to Brookville in this county he engaged in the real estate and loan business and continued in this until his death. During the Civil War, Mr. Ball served in the Fourt Independent company of Ohio volunteer Calvary. On April 28, 1872, Mr. Ball was married to Margaret J. La Barr, who survives him. Of the six children, four, Mrs. H. B. Saunders of Winslow, Arizona; Mrs. Phillip Reck of Parsons, Kansas, Miss Melinda Ball of Brookville, were with him at the time of his death. Mrs. G. V. Hackney and Miss Delphine T. Ball were not able to be here. Mr. Ball was one of the best known men in Central Kansas, having come to this part of the state in the earliest days. He built one of the first mills in Central Kansas, locating it on his claim where Beverly now stands. He also built a dam across the Saline river to furnish power for his mill. The water was backed up to the mill of David Hardesty's mill, and the latter brought suit in the district court of Lincoln County to enjoin Ball from maintaining the dam. The litigation continued for many years, went to the district court several times and was remanded for new trials and otherwise disposed of in the higher tribunal. After a decade or more both Ball and Hardesty had spent fortunes in the litigation and disposing of their properties following other pursuits. The Beverly mill case became one of the state wide reputation among people in interested in court matters. Ball came to Kansas from Beverly, Virginia, and the town of Beverly, Kansas, was named by him after his native town. The funeral services will be held at the residence in Brookville Sunday afternoon at 2:00 o'clock and will be conducted by the Rev. J. M. Miller, pastor of the Methodist church at Brookville. The interment will be in the Brookville Cemetery. ADDED NOTES: Mrs. H. B. Saunders of Winslow, Arizona; was Flora Ball, H. B. was Hollis, probably died at Winslow, AZ Mrs. Phillip Reck of Parsons, Kansas, was Pauline "Sadie" Ball, probably died at Winslow, AZ Miss Melinda Ball of Brookville, later married a Cornell? and lived in Missouri Mrs. G. V. Hackney was Maurine "Agnes" Ball, later lived, died & buried at Winslow, AZ Miss Delphine T. Ball later married a Doyle and lived in Missouri, died at Shawnee Mission, KS Not mentioned was son, Jay Gould Ball, who lived in Brookville, KS, later Ashton, ID and still later, Los Angeles, CA [Contributed by Mike Day.] BARRETT - Mrs. Lincoln Sentinel, May 4, 1905 --- On last Thursday at about 1 a.m., Mrs. BARRETT passed away. Her death was quite unexpected, as she was in her usual health the previous evening, and it is though to have been due to heart failure. The interment was made on Friday at the Catholic cemetery south of town. The services were held at the church at 11 a.m. conducted by Father McNAMARA. Mrs. BARRETT was a native of Ireland, and had spent most of her life in America. She came to Kansas from Pennsylvania in 1868, living first in Ellsworth county but for the past 25 years has been a resident of this county. She leaves three sons, Jas. Nic. and Will and a daughter Mrs. Thomas MULLOY who survive her. The children were all present at the funeral except one son who arrived too late to attend. Mrs. Michael HEALY is a sister of the deceased. Submitted by Tracee Hamilton, tracee.hamilton2@verizon.net. Would like to hear from descendants of the Barrett family. BARRETT --- William BARRETT Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, May 16, 1940 ---William BARRETT, 62, died of diabetes at St. John's hospital in Salina Monday afternoon. He had been in the hospital for two weeks and underwent amputation of one leg Thursday in an effort to prolong his life. The body was brought to Lincoln where funeral services were held Wednesday morning at 9 o'clock from St. Patrick's church, conducted by Fr. Mulvihill. The body was laid to rest in St. Patrick's cemetery. Mr. BARRETT was born in Ellsworth in 1876 but had lived most of his life in Lincoln county where he worked as a farm laborer. He never married. He is survived by one sister, Mrs. Margaret MULLOY of Lincoln, and by a number of nephews and nieces. BELL --- Achilles P. BELL Lincoln Republican, Feb. 24, 1887 ---Died February 19th, 1887, Achilles P. Bell of Beverly, aged 74 years. Achilles P. Bell was born in Harrison county, O., October 19th, 1813, came to Kansas in 1868, lived in Leavenworth county eight years, came to Lincoln county in the fall of '76 and settled near the present town of Beverly where he died. He accumulated a nice property building up a home for himself and family, and was one of the most respected citizens of Lincoln county. He came to the altar on the evening of the 14th and was converted, was taken sick the same night and lived but four days. Mr. Bell leaves a wife and seven children to mourn his loss. The family desires to return their heartfelt thanks to their kind neighbors for the care and sympathy extended them in this the hour of their darkest trial. The funeral services were conducted by Rev. I McDowell, pastor of the M.E. church, under whose labors the deceased was converted. A very large concourse of people followed the remains to their last resting place, where our departed brother and beloved fellow citizen will await the voice of him who will charnge our vile bodies and make them like unto his own glorious body. BELL --- Dale BELL Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, March 14, 1929 ---Dale Murphy BELL was born in Lincoln county May 3, 1909, and departed this life in the Wesley Hospital, Wichita, March 9, 1929, at the age of 19 years, 10 months and 5 days. He was a graduate of the Lincoln High School and had attended college at Kansas Wesleyan University at Salina and Kansas University at Lawrence. At the time of his death he was astudent in the Wichita Business College. Dale's happy, loving disposition won for him a world of friends wherever he went. He leaves to mourn his untimely departure a father and mother and one sister, Viola, besides a host of other relatives and friends. � Interment was in the Lincoln cemetery. BENDER --- Lincoln Republican, November 1, 1917 (Agnes FOLAND) BLYTHE SEE: BLYTHE, Agnes. BERGER --- M.L. BERGER Lincoln Sentinel, June 28, 1906 ---M.L. Berger of Sylvan Grove, one of Lincoln county's best known general merchants, died suddenly at that place, last Monday morning from an attack of heart trouble. He was sitting at his desk in the store, working at the books, when he was stricken and was immediately taken home, but before medical aid could reach him, death came. Mr. Berger is one of the best known West End merchants, having been in business both at Wilson and Yorktown, before locating at Sylvan Grove. For years he was identified in business with his two brothers - Peter Berger of Salina, and one living at Wilson. But for the past three years he has been in partnership with John CALENE of Sylvan Grove. There was no more widely known man scarecly in the county, and his sudden death shocked them all. At the time of his death he was about 45 years old. He leaves a wife and eight children - four boys and four girls - besides numerous relatives and friends to mourn their loss. BERHORST --- Mrs. E. G. BERHORST Lincoln Sentinel --- August 11, 1910 ---(from Sylvan Grove news section): Mrs E.G. BERHORST died at her home in Sylvan, Monday, July 31. Funeral services were held the following Wednesday and burial was made in the Lutheran cemetery. Contributed by Bill and Diana Sowers. No relation to us. BERRYMAN --- William John BERRYMAN The Lincoln Sentinel Republican --- January 11, 1940 ---William John BERRYMAN, who homesteaded near Lincoln in 1876, died at his home on that original claim Sunday morning, January 7, aged 83 years, two weeks and two days. He was one of the county s oldest residents. William John Berryman was born in Minorsville, Pennsylvania, December 21, 1846. He was born of Christian parents and was left an orphan at an early age. He was taken in by a Christian couple and reared in their home, living with them until he was about 29 years of age. At that time he chose for his wife Miss Susanna Stevenson. They were married at Williamsport, Pennsylvania, August 12, 1875. Within one year of their marriage, Mr. and Mrs. Berryman came west to Kansas and homesteaded on a place northwest of Lincoln in 1876 where he lived until death called him. Mr. and Mrs. Berryman were the parents of ten children, four of whom survive to mourn their loss. These are Mrs. Rachel Thomas of Los Angeles, California; and Mrs. Jennie Hansen, Mrs. Grace Murphy, Spencer Berryman, all of Lincoln, Kansas. Mrs. Berryman preceded him in death some fifteen years ago, March 25, 1925. From that time on, Mrs. Grace Murphy has been taking care of him and has been a close companion to him until the end. Interment was made in Lincoln Cemetery. BIGGS --- Henrietta and Emma Estelle BIGGS Lincoln County Beacon, Thursday, Nov. 25, 1880. ---In Lincoln Center, Friday, Nov. 19, at 5:35 p.m., of Diptheria, Emma Estelle, eldest child of A.T. and Emily J. Biggs, aged 13 years 9 months and 23 days. In the space of five weeks has this dreadful scourge twice entered this home and taken the two only daughters. Each lived 6 days from the time she was attacked. To say that the bereaved parents and two little brothers have the sympathies of the community but feebly expresses our sorrow for them. The character of this dear little girl is best expressed in the language of her favorite poem, she need often to so beautifully read: I live for those who love me Whose hearts are kind and true; For the heaven that smiles above me, And awaits my spirit, too; For all human ties that bind me, For the task my God assigned me, For the bright hopes left behind me, And the good that I can do. The funeral sermon of the sisters was preached on Sunday last by Rev. H.C. Bradbury, who has known them several years, and who in the course of his sermon paid the following tribute to their memory: "Diptheria is a terrible messenger from the hand of our heavenly Father. It visits the hamlets of the lowly and the palaces of the rich, and takes the princes and the poor man's dearest treasures. It rages alike in the crowded city and in the pure air of the country. On hill and in valley, in winter and summer it takes the strong and the weak. There are a thousand remedies for it and still there is not one that is truly effectual. Often we have been called to mourn over the loss of our dear ones, slain by this destructive visitor. Near five weeks ago it came into this then happy family and took their youngest daughter, Henrietta Biggs, a bright child 5 years old the 5th of last April. She died the 14th of October. I cannot tell you the history of little "Etta" for what tongue can relate all the bright smiles, the kind acts and tender, pleasing ways of a child, which are treasured up in the hearts of its parents and those around. They are exceedingly precious - how much, we only felt when the little one was taken. When Etta died, her sister, Estelle, threw herself upon her and desired to go with this little cherub to heaven. How soon her prayer was granted. Emma Estelle Biggs was 13 years old the 22nd of last February. She was always very kind to others and when very young used to deny herself, to save some good thing for her mother to eat, or the others of the family to enjoy. She was more like a woman than a child. She took such care of things at home in the house work, and was so industrous and orderly and careful. She was very studious in her habits. Her school teacher and her Sabbath School teacher give good accounts of her and accredit her with a mind stronger than common. One week ago yesterday Estelle was taken sick. I went to see her and after I had the sung the song "It is better further on" she handed me the book and told me to sing that beautiful hymn by Alice Cary, "Nearer Home." I did not want to sing it, it looked so much as ifshe was thinking of dying. But I tried. These are the words: One sweetly solemn thought Comes to me o'er and o'er I'm nearer my home to-day Than I've ever been before. Nearer my Father's house Where the many mansions be, Nearer the great white throne, Nearer the jasper sea. Saviour, perfect my trust, Strengthen the might of my faith, Let me feel as I would when I stand On the rock of the shore of death. Feel as I could when my feet Are stepping over the brink; For it may be I'm nearer home- Nearer now than I think. Friday, the 19th of Nov., the last day of her life came and it seemed as if God kept Estelle all day dying, so that she could show how triumphantly a little Christian dies, and teach others how to die. She had before told what to do with the little things she owned. She desired that father, mother, brothers and all of the neighbors and friends who had watched over her should each have something of hers. She was more than once urged by her mother not to give up to die and she at one time promised to try and live. She was [can't read] as the apostle in the words of our text; "I am in a strait betwixt two, having a desire to depart and be with Christ, which is far better. Nevertheless to abide in the flesh is more needful for you. For me to live is Christ, and to die is gain." [Phil. I 21-23-24]. Though outwardly she was a terrible picture of suffering and disease, she was happy and calm. "Oh, I am so much better, so much better," she said, "almost well"; and these were the very last words of Richard Baxter, too, before he died and entered into eternal joy. When asked how he did, his reply was "almost well." "Don't cry, don't cry," she said to the weeping father and mother and brother, "please don't cry; you promised me not to cry." She sent for her teachers, her dearest friends, to bid them goodbye, and again and again she said, "Meet me in heaven." At times she clasped her hands as if in prayer. The last word on her lips was "Mother," and may not her first words in that better land be "Jesus, my Saviour, God my Heavenly Father." All those who stood around her were thrilled with wonder and delight, and smiled through their tears as they saw her triumphing over death through her blessed Saviour. We felt it was far better for her to depart and be with Christ as heaven seemed to have dawned on her soul. Forever with the Lord, Amen, so let it be." BIRD --- Elijah F. BIRD Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, Dec. 12, 1957 ---Elijah F. Bird, age 94 years 11 months 27 days, passed away Friday, December 6th, at his home northwest of Lincoln. He was born December 9th, 1862, to James and Lucinda Bird in the state of Indiana. He came with his mother, three brothers and one sister to Lincoln county in the year 1869 and resided here the remainder of his life as a farmer in this community. He was united in marriage to Parried Belle Thomas in the year 1885. She preceded him in death in 1950; also five sons, one sister and three brothers. To this union was born nine children, four of whom are living, Harley L. Bird, Lincoln, Henry C. Bird, Lincoln, Lester J. Bird, Esbon, Alvin C. Bird, Russell. He leaves to mourn his passing, four sons, 17 grandchildren, and 15 great-grandchildren, and a host of relatives and friends. Funeral services for Mr. Bird were held Sunday, December 8th at 2:00 p. m. at the Congregational Christian church, with the Rev, Paul Hughes in charge, assissted by Rev. R. L. Hendrickson. Interment was made in the Lincoln Cemetery. (Contributed by David Veh [d.veh@att.net]) BIRD --- George W. BIRD Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, June 10, 1948 ---George Washington Bird, son of James and Lucinda Bird, was born in Davis county, Indiana, January 1, 1859. He came with his parents to Missouri at the age of six years and in 1869 he came to lincoln county, Kansas, where he grew to manhood. He was united in marriage to Samantha Refro in 1884 and to this union several children were born. Some of the children with their mother preceded him in death. On December 21, 1925, he was married to Ida M. Jones who passed away September 15, 1932. Then on October 16, 1939, he united in marriage to Mrs. Luella Jones who survives him. Mr. Bird spent most of his life as a farmer and stockman. Upon retiring he moved to Lincoln where he made his home until the end which came after many weeks of suffering on Thursday, June 3, 1948. He reached the age of 89 years, five months and two days. He leaves to mourn their loss his wife of the home; one daughter, Mrs Bessie Tuttle of Canon city, Colorado; three sons, Andrew and John Bird of Quinter, Kansas, and Howard Bird of Lincoln, Kansas; 20 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren; one brother, E. F. Bird of Lincoln, Kansas, and many other near relatives and a host of friends. Funeral services were held from the Congregational Christian church. Interment was made in the Lincoln cemetery. (Contributed by David Veh [d.veh@att.net]) BIRD --- James Aaron BIRD Lincoln Sentinel, May 8, 1913 ---Aaron Bird was born in Amos county, Illinois, September 1, 1860, and died in Lincoln county, Kansas, May 3 1913, at the age of 53 years. The deceased came to Kansas with his parents while a mere youth and made his home in this state until the end. On March 31, 1889, he was united in marriage with Miss Alice Couse. To this union were born six children, four surviving their father and together with their mother mourn his loss. In 1894, he united with the church and has lived a consistent Christian life ever since. Besides his wife, two daughters and two sons he is survived by two brothers, one sister and a host of friends. Funeral services were held Sunday May 4, from the First Christian church. Interment was made in the Lincoln cemetery. (Contributed by David Veh [d.veh@att.net]) BIRD --- Parrie Bell BIRD Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, Sept. 21, 1950 ---Parrie Bell Thomas was born October 13, 1869, and passed away September 15, 1950, aged 80 years, 11 months and two days. She became an orphan at the age of thirteen years and came to Lincoln, Kansas, to make her home with an uncle, Nicholas Hall. The remainder of her life was spent in this community. Early in life, she made the Great Confession and united with the church. She was a member of the Congregational Christian church of Lincoln for many years. December 29, 1885, she was united in marriage to E. F. Bird. To this union nine sons were born four of whom preceded her in death. She leaves to mourn her departure, her faithful husband of nearly 65 years; five sons, Harley Bird, Henry Bird, George Bird all of Lincoln; Lester Bird of Esbon, Kansas; Alva Bird of Russell, Kansas; seventeen grand children and eight great grand children, many other relatives and a host of friends. Funeral services were held Sunday afternoon from the Congregational Christian church. Interment was made in Lincoln cemetery. (Contributed by David Veh [d.veh@att.net]) BIRD --- Samantha Ann (Refro) BIRD Lincoln Sentinel, March 13, 1924 ---Samantha Ann (Renfro) Bird; second child of Wm. N. and Eliza Renfro was born at Barn Hill, Ill., Oct. 31, 1869. As a child of about 10 years of age she came to Kansas settling in Lincoln County. On May 29, 1884 she was married to George W. Bird. To this union eleven children were born, five of whom are still living, and were about their mother during her last sickness ministering to her needs. Many years ago she united with the Bulah Church north of Lincoln, but later she transferred her membership to the First Christian Church of Lincoln. She was a faithful attendant of the church until sickness made it impossible for her to attend. One of Mrs. Bird's favorite ways of exprssing her Christian faith was by actively ministering to others in case of sickness and need. The night was never too dark or the way too long for her to go when calls of this kind came. Death finally came after a lingering illness Thursday moring at about eight o'clock March 6, 1924. Cause of death being Cancer of the liver. She leaves to mourn her departure her husband, Geo. W. Bird, five children, Andrew, Arthur, and Bessie Bird Tuttle of Quinter, Kansas, John and Howard of Lincoln. She is also survived by her father, two brothers, five sisters and seven grandchildreen, besides many other relatives and friends. Funeral services were held at the First Christian Church, Friday afternoon, conducted by the paster, John A. Stover. Burial took place in the Lincoln Cemetery. (Contributed by David Veh [d.veh@att.net]) BISHOP - Margaret Anne Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, May 6, 1926 --- Margaret Anne, infant daughter born Wednesday, April 28, 1926, to Mr. and Mrs. Frank BISHOP, died at midnight that day. Burial took place in the Lincoln cemetery on Thursday afternoon at four o'clock. Submitted by Tracee Hamilton (Note: No relation.) BLOUNT --- John BLOUNT The Lincoln Register, Jan. 9, 1880 ---On the first inst. at his residence, in Lincoln county, Kans., John BLOUNT, aged eighty-two years. He was a native of Pennsylvania, removing thence to Indiana and from there to Lincoln county, Kansas in 1870, being thus one the earliest settlers of the county. His life was one illustrating the principles of Christian character in simple integrity; and the sincere regard for these qualities as seen in him was evinced by the unanimous respect displayed by his acquaintances in the last obsequies. BLOUNT --- Leslie BLOUNT Lincoln County Beacon Thursday July 29, 1880. ---(From Topsy local news section) Died July 5, Leslie G., infant daughter of Josiah and Alivira BLOUNT, aged 15 months. submitted by Bill and Diana Sowers (Note... We are not related to this person. We found this obit while looking through the paper.) BLOYD --- Eureka BLOYD Saline Valley Register Wednesday, April 19, 1876. ---Died on Saturday, April 15, Eureka BLOYD, eldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. H. BLOYD, aged 10 years. Submitted by Bill and Diana Sowers. We are not related to this person. BLYTHE --- Lincoln Republican, November 1, 1917 (Agnes FOLAND) BLYTHE Agnes FOLAND was born in Schoharie County, New York, January 20, 1842. When she bacame a Christian she joined the Baptist Church and served her master faithfully. She married Stephen BLYTHE October 30, 1860 at Sharion Springs, New York. This was a happy union. God gave them four children-- Herman, Bert, Lettie and Ida. They moved to Enterprise, Kansas in 1877 and to Sylvan Grove in 1878. Here she became one of the six who formed the church. It was of four different denominations and became a Presbyterian church-- "All one in Christ"--Gal. 3:28. This scripture is now inscribed on the cornerstone of the church--All One in Christ Jesus. In 1881 her husband took charge of the mill at Lincoln, Kansas. By sever exposure in the water of the mill-race he too the fever and died. He was a jolly, good-natured man, and a skilful miller. She always seemed young in her ways, even when she was 74 years of age she was so cheerful and kind. She worked hard to be independent but she built a little home near her children whom she so dearly loved.... The funeral services on Thursday, Oct. 11th, were held in the Presbyterian church at Sylvan Grove, and were conducted by her old pastor, assisted by the present pastor of tghe church, Rev. CLARK and Rev. WHITSET, pastor of the M.E. church.... The burial was in the Sylvan Grove Cemetery. Note..... The "headline of this obituary said "Grandma Bender." The name, Bender does no appear in the obituary though. submitted by Bill and Diana Sowers (Note... We are not related to this person.) BOLTE --- August Henry BOLTE Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, June 18, 1964 ---The funeral for August Henry BOLTE, 80, was held Monday afternoon at St. Paul's Lutheran church near Westfall, the Rev. W.A. HONIG officiating. Burial was in the church cemetery. Mr. BOLTE passed away Friday at Ellsworth Memorial hospital after a two-day illness. He was born in Indiana and moved to the Westfall community in 1907. He had been a farmer and a carpetner. Survivors are his wife, Mrs. Julia BOLTE; two daughters, Mrs. Velma BAST and Mrs. Lorna CHOITZ, both of Ellsworth; a sister, Mrs. Otto THIEMANN, and a half-sister, Mrs. Mary MEIER, both of Lincoln; and three brothers, Carl, Martin and Fred BOLTE, all of Lincoln. BOLTE --- Mrs. BOLTE Lincoln County Beacon Thursday, September 30, 1880. ---(From Topsy area local news) Died on the 20th, Mrs. BOLTE, late of West Virginia. submitted by Bill and Diana Sowers (Note... We are not related to this person. We found this obit while looking through the paper.) BORGSTADTER --- Elizabeth Hobrock BORGSTADTER Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, Feb. 25, 1932 ---It has pleased the Lord of Life and Death to call out of time into eternity the soul of Elizabeth BORGSTADTER nee Hobrock. She was born in Beardstown, Ill., Dec. 26, 1861. On the 24th of March, 1881, she entered the holy estate of matrimony with Fred Borgstadter. This union was blessed with four children. In the fall of 1886 the Borgstadters moved to Kansas and made their home near Lincoln. Suffering with cancer she, on Feb. 13, passed away at her home in Lincoln. She is preceded in death by her husband and four grandchildren. She is survived by her four children; Mrs. Clarence CHANDLER, Henry and Herman BORGSTADTER and Mrs. Franklin MEIER, and by 11 grandchildren. Interment was made in the Lincoln cemetery. BORGSTADTER --- Herman Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, Aug. 27, 1964 ---The funeral for Herman Borgstadter, 73, was held Saturday afternoon at the Hall Memorial Chapel, the Rev. Theodore STOLP officiating. Interment was made in Lincoln cemetery. A lifelong resident of Lincoln county, Mr. Borgstadter passed away unexpectedly Wednesday morning while at work. He was born Jan. 29, 1891, near Lincoln. Mr. Borgstadter farmed southeast of Lincoln until 1948 when he moved to Lincoln. Since then he had worked as a carpenter. He was a member of the St. John Lutheran church. Survivors are his wife, Bertha, of the home, a son Jerry BORGSTADTER of Ellsworth; and two sisters, Mrs. Anna CHANDLER and Mrs. Frank MEIER, both of Ellsworth. BOWEN --- Mrs. Hattie BOWEN Sylvan Grove News October 6, 1904 "A Sad Death" ---On October second Mrs. Hattie Bowen died of congestion of the heart. She leaves a husband and two children to mourn her loss. The deceased was born March 24, 1883 in Catasaqua, Pennsylvania. She was married to Wm Bowen September 22nd, 1901. She was a quiet, loving wife and had lived in her young home in Sylvan Grove since her marriage, and had a bright future before her. Yet the brittle thread was broken, and the bright young home made desolate. All Sylvan feel the loss as well as those who mourn her most, and extended their deepest sympathy to the sorrowing ones. Luci Baker, Seattle, WA --- ljbaker@whyweb.com BOWER --- Bradley BOWER Lincoln Sentinel, June 11, 1914 ---Last Saturday afternoon at about 1:30 a message came to E.S. BOWER that his son had been drowned while swimming in the Saline river at the rocks southeast of town. Several automobiles started for the scene at once and in a few minutes after the message was received between 20 and 30 men were in the water seeking the body of the boy. Pulmotor from Salina was ordered and Matt PRICE and George PORTER were on the road toward Lincoln in five minutes. In the meantime the search for the body continued and about about 45 minutes of searching Mr. ADAMSON found the body lodged against one of the rocks in the river. It was taken out and Dr. NEWLON who was on the scene began to work with it and continued until the Salina Pulmotor arriverd. Then George Porter applied the machine and for several hours worked with the boy, but at no time did he show any signs of life. The body was then brought home from where the funeral services were held Monday afternoon, Rev. HANNA conducted the ceremony. The interment was in the Lincoln cemetery. There were five other boys with Bradley, Ross BROCKETT, Howard LOUNSBURY, two KILMER boys and a grandson of Mr. FILMER, the latter of Salina. The boys did all they could to save him but all were too small to do much. The BROCKETT boy had hold of him and was pulled under water twice in an attempt to save him but his efforts were vain. The deceased was nine years old and the only son of E.S. BOWER and wife. The bereaved parents and relatives have the sympathy of the entire community in this hour of sorrow. BOYLE --- George W. BOYLE Lincoln Sentinel, Dec. 11, 1924 ---Constable George W. Boyle was shot four times by bandits last Friday evening when attempting to arrest them in the Main Garage in Kingsburg [California] at about ten o�clock p.m., one of the bandits, Purio, being shot in the face and neck by Nightwatchman Victor Linman, who was with Constable Boyle at the time. The full story of the affair which culminated in Constable BOYLE being fatally shot is a difficult one to get correct in all details, but the main facts are easily determined. Three state convicts, Gregg, Purio and Canton escaped recently from a road camp where they were working in Kern county, made their way southward and near Saugus are said to have held up Woodworth, a taxi driver, and caused him to drive for them under compulsion. The officers doubt the compulsion part of it, at least after the first. In any event he was with them for three days, during which they came back into the San Joaquin Valley, where a series of robberies were perpetrated by them. Near Lodi in a gun battle with some Japanese they had robbed was killed. Last Friday evening, before reaching Kingsburg they had committed three robberies in the Fowler and Parlier districts, at one place exchanging automobile number plates with one of their victims. The number plates they were using was reported to Fresno officers all over the Valley, including those at Kingsburg. The gang headed for Kingsburg but got a couple of flat tires before reaching here and drove into the Main Garage on the state highway for repairs. Reports vary as to the movements of the gang while repairs were being made on their tires, but it seems they had overheard some remarks to the effect that they were being looked for, so were probably suspicious and keyed up for desparate measures. Just as their repair work was completed and one of them was paying for it Constable BOYLE accompanied by Nightwatchman Victor Linman, stepped into the Garage and Constable BOYLE informed them that they were under arrest. Without waiting or warning the desperadoes commenced pumping lead at once, four shots all taking effect in the body of Constable BOYLE, two about the shoulders, one in the neck and one in the abdomen, the latter entering in front and passing out at the side and supposed to be a mere flesh wound. Officer Linman got behind a car in the garage as soon as the shooting commenced, and himself took part in it, hitting the gangster�s car several times, and one shot getting Purio in the face and neck. Purio was loaded into the car and the gang made their car, Canton leaving it soon [typed as written] and Gregg leaving it near Fresno. Woodworth got Purio to a hospital and was himself held under arrest. Purio is expected to recover. Canton has not been found, but Gregg was taken from the tome of a freight car at Fressno as it was about to pull out. Stories here differ as to Constable BOYLE, but it is said he got into a car with little aid and was taken to the Kingsburg Sanitarium, where he got out and walked in by himself. Two bullets were extracted, but one had passed near or lodged near the jugular vein, too close to make it safe to go after it. After a couple of days the abdominal would bagan to make trouble, and an operation revealed that the large intestine had been twice pierced. He failed to fully rally from this operation, and finally passed away at about 10:00 p.m., on Tuesday evening, almost exactly four full days from the time of the shooting. The funeral will be held this Friday afternoon, and will be in charge of the local Masonic Lodge. The deceased was a brother of Mrs. Ellen HUNTER of Lincoln, Mrs, Elizabeth GEYER of Scott City and Mrs. Minnie PATTERSON of Salina. [George W. Boyle was born in 1858 in Missouri. He moved to Kansas as a young boy with him parents, Thomas & Mary LOWERS Boyle. He married Mary L. Paulsen on September 13, 1887 in Lincoln Co., KS.] BOYLE --- James H. BOYLE Lincoln Beacon, Oct. 13, 1887 ---James H. BOYLE, aged 31 years, of Pottersburg, died Tuesday, Oct. 4, 1887, at the house of his father, Thomas BOYLE. The interment was made in the Pottersburg cemetery. BOYLE --- Mary Lowers BOYLE Lincoln Sentinel, April 11, 1907 ---Mary LOWERS was born in PARKERSBURG, W. Va., April 14, 1844. On Oct. 15, 1854, she was married to Thos. BOYLE, whom she lived [with] for nearly 50 years, sharing with him the hardships of the pioneer days of Kansas, coming to this state in 1857. Seven children came to bless the union of this brave couple, four of whom remain to mourn the loss of both father and mother. She had been a sufferer from paralysis for about four months but was not thought to be dangeroulsy sick until about seven weeks ago when she was taken to the home of her daughter, Mrs. HUNTER, that she might receive the loving care so needful to her comfort. The funeral services were held at the home of her daughter, being conducted by the writer. Interment being made in the Lincoln cemetery. -- Neal Overman BRADBURY --- Elma H. BRADBURY Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, Dec. 7, 1939 ---Funeral services were held Friday afternoon at 3:30 in Topeka for Mrs. Elma H. Bradbury, widow of the Rev. H.C. Bradbury, pioneer Lincoln county minister and circuit rider. Mrs. Bradbury, aged 81 years, died Tuesday, Nov. 28, in Mountainside hospital, Bloomfield, N.J., following a stroke of paralysis which she suffered six days before her death. Mrs. Bradbury was born in Ottawa county and moved to Lincoln county during his girlhood. Here she was married to the Rev. Bradbury and they lived in this community until about 1910 when Mrs. Bradbury went to Topeka to make her home, following the death of a daughter, Mrs. Thompson. In the Thompson home, Mrs. Bradbury reared her four grandchildren. Several years ago she moved to Bloomfield where she spent the remainder of her life with her daughter, Mrs. Ruth Thomas and her family. Surviving nearest relatives are five children, Mrs. D.H. Hare of Portland, Ore.; Mrs. Fred Munson of Topeka; Mrs. R.E. Baker of Brownsville, Ore.; Mrs. Harold Thomas of Bloomfield, N.J.; Edward Bradbury of Santa Rosa, Calif.; and the four grandchildren whom she reared, Brad Thompson of New York City, Mrs. Irvin Baker of Omaha, Mrs. Percy Kidd of Memphis Tenn., Miss Ruth Thompson of Topeka. Burial was in Memorial Park cemetery in Topeka. BREIHAN --- Walter H. BREIHAN Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, Thursday, October 15, 1936 ---Walter H. BREIHAN was born April 11, 1882, in Brooklyn, New York. He was the oldest of 15 children. Death occurred at the Ellsworth hospital, Saturday, October 3, where he been a patient for nine weeks. He came to Sylvan Grove with his parents, June 30, 1890 was educated in the Lutheran Parochial school and Confirmed. He later attended public school and for two years was a student in the Lutheran Seminary at Winfield. He worked at Rafferty Brothers store in Sylvan Grove and also for Charles Latto Hardware. For 23 years he was in the Sylvan State Bank and State Bank Examiner for two years. He had also lived for a number of years at Deer Creek, Okla, while cashier of the bank there. He was married to Janette ZACHGO December 29, 1906. Surviving are his wife and three children. One daughter preceded him in death. His father and mother, who live at San Jose, California, also survive him and also six brothers and four sisters. Funeral services were held at Sylvan Grove, Wednesday morning, October 7. Contributed by Bill and Diana Sowers. No relation to us. BRIAND --- Charles BRIAND Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, Thursday, September 17, 1936 ---Charles BRIAND was born in Lincoln County, September 27, 1891, and died September 5th at the age of 44 years, 11 months and 5 days. In his infancy he was received into the Catholic Church through the sacrament of Baptism. He had lived his entire life in this community with the exception of four years spent in Canada. He leaves to mourn his loss, four brothers and four sisters: Henry BRIAND, Ellsworth; Louis BRIAND, Prince Albert, Canada; Maurice and Frank BRIAND both of Beverly; Carrie MASTIN and Jennie LUND both of Manhattan, Kansas; Alice DIMICK, Lincoln and Frances MALONE, Beverly, Kansas. His father passed away February 1, 1930 and his mother on August 26, 1936, having preceded him in death by only 10 days. During her illness he was at her bedside constantly, striving to grant her every wish and thinking only of her comfort..... Funeral services were held Monday afternoon, September 7, in the Westfall Presbyterian Church at Westfall, at 2:30 o'clock, where a large crowd gathered to pay final tribute to their friend with Rev. W. Clyde WOLFE in charge. Internment in the Hammer Cemetery.Contributed by Bill and Diana Sowers. No relation to us. BRIAND --- Frances BRUSHEY BRIAND Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, Thursday, September 3, 1936 ---Frances BRUSHEY was born in Berne, Switzerland, August 15, 1852 and departed this life August 26, 1936, at 2:30 p.m. at the age of 84 years and 11 days. When she was seven years of age she immigrated to Ohio, where she lived until 1877, coming then to Kansas. She became a memeber of the Catholic church at an early age and continued in this faith during her lifetime. On September 6, 1876, she was united in marriage to Louis BRIAND. To this union nine children wer born, all of whom are living: Henry BRIAND of Ellsworth, Kansas; Louis BRIAND, Prince Albert, Canada; Maurice, Frank and Charles BRIAND, all of Beverly, Kansas; Carrie MASTIN and Jennie LUND, both of Manhattan, Kansas; Alice DIMICK of Lincoln, Kansas and Frances MALONE of Beverly, Kansas. She also leaves to mourn her loss twenty-seven grandchildren and nine great grandchildren. Her husband preceeded her in death on February 1, 1930. .....Funeral services were held in the Westfall Presbyterian Church, Friday morning at 10 o'clock, Reb. Clyde Wolfe, pastor of the church in charge. Internment in the family lot in Hammer Cemetery. Contributed by Bill and Diana Sowers. No relation to us. BROBERG --- Anna B. BROBERG Lincoln Republican, Feb. 24, 1887 ---Anna B. BROBERG, wife of John A. BROBERG, died February 15th, 1887, at the residence of her husband at Herman in Battle Creek township, Lincoln county, aged 26 years, 8 months and 15 days. Disease, consumption. Mr. and Mrs. BROBERG had been to Sweden during the summer of 1886 for Mrs. B's health, but she getting no better, they returned in September last. She was a consistent member of the Lutheran church at her death. She leaves a young child and husband to mourn her loss. She had been in this country about six years. BROCKETT --- James D. BROCKETT Lincoln County News, June 1937 --- James Douglas BROCKETT was born in Saybrook, Ohio, Nov. 14, 1859. He departed this life at his home in Lincoln, June 5, 1937, at the age of 77 years, 7 months and 21 days. After leaving Ohio he spent a few years at Atchison and Kirwin, Kansas, and in Nebraska, then returned to Ohio. About 1887 he came to Lincoln, Kansas. Here he rounded out 50 years in the lumber and coal business at the same location. The company changed hands, but he stayed on as an indispensable employee. In a restless and feverish age he possessed an inner noise which made him one of the permanent community builders. He was not voluble in conversation, but his friends enjoyed their visits with him. He served the city in various ways, first as fire chief, then several years as councilman. He was never too busy to give himself in quiet service to his town. He was married to Jennie LUFF, April 14, 1898. This has been a mutually happy union, even under the weight of such sorrows as the loss of their four-year-old son, Howard, by burning. His wife was a Christian at the time of their marriage, and he joined her a few years later in the profession of the Christian faith. He had a fine record of attendance upon all services of the Methodist church, was for several years a member of the official board and choir, and won a badge for four years of perfect attendance in Sunday school. His memory is a benediction to all, especially the following nearest relatives: his wife, their eight children: Lewis of Lincoln, Ross and Harry of Chicago; James Jr. of Lincoln; Mrs. Haddie KING of Lincoln, Robert of the U.S. Navy, Mrs. Helen LANE of Tescott, and Lois of the home; three children by a former marriage: Mrs. Frances McKENNEY of Richmond, Virginia, Mrs. Lucile GARTON of Oakland, California, and Jack KNIGHT of Chesterton, Indiana; his mother-in-law, Mrs. Mary LUFF of Lincoln, a brother Ben BROCKETT of Atchison; two sisters, Mrs. Haddie PARKER of Portland, Oregon, and Mrs. Nell BROWN of Ashtabula, Ohio. There are 12 grandchildren and one great-grandchild. The funeral service was held from the Lincoln Methodist church, Tuesday afternoon, June 8, with Rev. J. WONDER in charge.... submitted by Tracee Hamilton (Note: This is my great-grandfather. I can be contacted at tracee.hamilton2@verizon.net) BROCKETT --� Jennie LUFF BROCKETT Lincoln Sentinel, March 3, 1950 --- Mrs. Jennie BROCKETT, a lifelong resident of Lincoln, passed away at St. John's hospital in Salina Friday, where she had been taken Thursday afternoon for observation and treatment. In failing health for several years, Mrs. Brockett had been confined to her home in Lincoln for nearly three months but relatives and friends were shocked to learn of her death since her condition was not thought to be alarming. Services for Mrs. Brockett were held Thursday afternoon in the Lincoln Methodist Church of which she had been a member for more than 65 years. The Rev. B.A. LOVELADY conducted the services, assisted by the Rev. R.L. HENDRICKSON. A devoted wife and mother, Mrs. BROCKETT found time in her busy life not only to care for her home and family but was active for many years in the Women's Relief Corps, the church and the American Legion Auxiliary. She was a good neighbor as well, always ready to assist any who might need her. Surviving her are five sons, 3 daughters, two stepdaughters, 12 grandchildren, her aged mother, Mrs. Mary LUFF, and one sister. submitted by Tracee Hamilton (Note: This is my great-grandmother. I can be contacted at tracee.hamilton2@verizon.net) BROCKETT --- Mabel SMITH BROCKETT Lincoln Beacon, April 5, 1894 --- Mrs. Mabel BROCKETT nee SMITH died at her house in Lincoln, April 2, of consumption, aged 24 years, 8 months and 26 days. She was born in Buchanan, Michigan, and was married at that place April 29, 1888, to J.D. BROCKETT. With her husband she came to Lincoln about 6 weeks after her marriage and resided here until her death. Funeral services were held at the home, conducted by Rev. W.L. CANNON, yesterday at noon, and then her body was started by eastbound train for her childhood�s home in Michigan, accompanied by her husband and children. Besides her husband, Mrs. BROCKETT leaves two children, a girl [Lucille] and a boy [James Herbert, later Jack Knight], about 3 and 1 years old respectively. All people who have become acquainted with Mrs. BROCKETT in this place testify that she was the coveted possessor of every Christian grace and womanly attribute. submitted by Tracee Hamilton (Note: This is the second wife of my great-grandfather. I can be contacted at tracee.hamilton2@verizon.net) BROOKS - James W. Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, May 6, 1926 --- James Warren BROOKS was born on May 28, 1857, in Green County, Pennsylvania and died in his sixty-ninth year at the home of his nephew, Guy TURNER in Bunch, Oklahoma on April 5, 1926. The funeral services were conducted by the Baptist minister of that place of which church Mr. BROOKS was a faithful and consistent member. He leaves to mourn his departure two sisters, Mrs. George VAN VALKENBERG of Los Angeles, California, and Mrs. Mary LUFF of this city, besides other relatives and many friends. Mrs. Luff was with him at the time of his death having been at his bedside for several weeks helping care for him. He will be remembered by many of the older citizens of Lincoln as he lived her until about fourteen years ago. Submitted by Tracee Hamilton. (Note: This is my great-great-uncle. I can be contacted at tracee.hamilton2@verizon.net) BROOKS --� Rhoda BROOKS Lincoln Sentinel-Republican --- June 9, 1927 --- Mrs. Rhoda BROOKS was born in the state of Ohio in the year 1856 and died June 5, 1927, at the County Farm in Lincoln, Kansas, age 71. Has resided at the Farm for 31 years. Although frail in body has always been willing to do what she could and considerate of others. Several times during her sickness she said God was going to take her home. BURGER --- Pearl LUFF BURGER Salina Journal, date unknown (date of death Sept. 5, 1977): ---- The funeral for Mrs. Pearl G. BURGER, 89, Lincoln, will be at 10:30 a.m. Friday at Hall mortuary, Lincoln, the Rev. Thomas WALSCH officiating. Burial will be in Vesper cemetery, Vesper, Kan. Mrs. Burger, a lifetime Lincoln county resident, died Monday at Lincoln County Hospital. She was born Feb. 17, 1888, at Lincoln. Her husband, Herbert L., died in 1948. She was a member of the United Methodist Church and Women's Relief corps, both of Lincoln. Survivors are 3 daughters, Mrs. Blanche MILLER, Russell; Mrs. Florence WESELOH, Lincoln; and Mrs. Beth MITCHELL, Checotah, Okla.; a son, Herbert L. Jr., Keene, N.H.; 10 grandchildren and 28 great-grandchildren. submitted by Tracee Hamilton (Note: This is my great-great-aunt. I can be contacted at tracee.hamilton2@verizon.net) BUTNER --- Alice Louthian BUTNER Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, Nov. 26, 1942 ---Alice Neff LOUTHIAN was born in Smith county, near Rural Retreat, Va., Dec. 1, 1871, the daughter of Wesley and Nancy Louthian. She grew to young womanhood and belonged to the Presbyterian church in the community of her birth. Feb. 14, 1893, she was united in marriage with Stephen S. BUTNER in Wytheville, Va. To this union were born four children. She came with her husband to the Plesant Dale neighborhood in Lincoln county, Kansas, and later moved near Lincoln, where she passed away suddenly Nov. 18, 1942, at the age of 70 years, 11 months and 17 days. She was a kind, loving wife and mother. Had she lived until Feb. 14, Mr. and Mrs. Butner would have celebrated their golden wedding anniversary. She was preceded in death by her oldest daughter, Clara, who passed away Oct. 12, 1919. Left to mourn their loss are her devoted husband and son Robert W. at the home; two daughters, Mrs. Blanche DAMKER of Vesper and Mrs. Mae HAMILTON of Seattle, Wash.; six grandchildren and other relatives and friends. Funeral services were held Monday afternoon, Nov. 23, from the Lincoln Presbyterian church. Burial was made in Lincoln cemetery. BUZICK --- Alonson Morgon "Lon" BUZICK ---Alonson Morgon "Lon" BUZICK died at 2:50 a.m., Thursday, August 11, 1977, at the Wesley Medical Center in Wichita, Kansas. His death was due to a massive stroke. He had not been answering the phone at his home in Sylvan Grove and was found on the floor with severe head injuries suffered when he fell. Mr. BUZICK was first taken to the Ellsworth hospital, then transferred to the medical center in Great Bend, and finally moved to Wesley Medical Center where he died. Mr. BUZICK was 61 years old. His family was prominent in Lincoln County, Kansas, involved in farming, ranching and banking. On May 3, 1976, the Buzick ranch, consisting of about 3100 acres had been sold to Bruce Roberts and Nathan Butcher of Wilson-Murrow, Salina, who had bid $1,280,000. The ranch had been in the BUZICK family for 107 years when it was sold. Lon BUZICK was married in 1973 to Phyllis BUZICK, former wife of Kansas Senator, Robert DOLE. At the time of his accident Mrs. BUZICK was visiting her daughter, Robin DOLE, in Washington D.C. Mrs. BUZICK retuned to Kansas Wednesday night after being informed of the accident. Mr. BUZICK, who operated an antique shop with his wife in Sylvan Grove, was a member of the Sylvan Grove Masonic Lodge 359, the Salina Consistory and the Iris Shrine, Salina. He was active in Kansas politics and in 1973 was GOP chairman of Lincoln County. The funeral is tentatively set for 2 p.m. Saturday at Stiles mortuary, Sylvan Grove. submitted by Luci J. Baker of Seattle, WA ljbaker2@earthlink.net BUZICK --- Henry Clay BUZICK Daily Oregon Statesman, Salem, Oregon - July 1901 ---At the home of W.B. HELM, near the Kaiser school house, Salem, Oregon, July 23, 1901. H.C. BUZICK of Liberty, aged 45 years, of quick consumption. Relatives of the deceased at Portland have been communicated with and upon their arrival arrangements for the funeral will be made. Deceased was a member of Albina Camp No. 191, Woodmen of the World. [Note..... H.C. is Henry Clay BUZICK, son of Henry S. and Mary R. BUZICK, long time residents of Lincoln Co., KS. Henry left a orphan daughter, Beatrice Estelle age 7 and adopted son Frank Worthington. H.C.'s wife, Kate had died just 9-months earlier at the age of 32 yrs.] submitted by Luci J. Baker of Seattle, WA ljbaker2@earthlink.net BUZICK --- Henry S. BUZICK Lincoln Republican Thursday, September 24, 1903 -- Page 5 column 5 "An Old Settler Gone" H.S. BUZICK, one of the early settlers in this county, died at his home in this city early Sunday morning at the ripe old age of nearly 90 years, after a prolonged illness. Short services were held at the home Monday morning and the remains were taken to Sylvan Grove where the funeral was held at 2 o�clock p.m., conducted by Rev. HOLTER and the remains were interred in the Sylvan cemetery. The funeral was under the auspices of the Masonic order of Sylvan. Mr. BUZICK leaves a wife, two sons, Ira of this city and A.R. of Sylvan Grove, and two daughters, Mrs. GRAHAM of Sylvan Grove and Mrs. HOUSTON of Missouri, to mourn his death. He was one of the early settlers, having settled near Sylvan Grove in 1870. He went through all the hardships of pioneer days. He lived to see the great plains of Kansas converted into beautiful farms. He was well known over Central Kansas. He was a devout Christian man, a member of the M.E. church. To the members of his bereaved family who mourn his departure, we join his many friends in extending sincerest sympathy. (Submitted by Luci Baker of Seattle, WA - ljbaker2@earthlink.net) BUZICK --- Henry S. BUZICK, Jr. November 1, 1975....... Henry S. BUZICK, Jr., 93, Sylvan Grove, a long time figure in Kansas banking and ranching circles and a former state legislator, died Monday at the Mitchell County Hospital, Beloit. Mr. BUZICK, who was chairman of the board of the Sylvan State Bank, Sylvan Grove, had been a banker since the age of 18 when he went to work in the bank founded by his father in 1892. He became its president in 1933 and was honored for 69 years of banking by the Kansas Bankers Association in 1972. Mr. BUZICK was also active in Masonic affairs. He completed 70 years as a Mason in 1973 and the Sylvan Grove lodge honored him with a banquet. A 33rd degree Mason, he was grand Master of Kansas in 1938, was a member Salina Scottish and York Rite bodies, the grand chapter, council and commandery of Kansas Knights Templar and the Red Cross of Constantine. In 1928 he was potentate of the Isis Shrine, Saline. Mr. BUZICK spent 20 years in the Kansas Legislature, serving in both the House and the Senate. He represented Lincoln County in the House of Representatives from 1931 to 1941 and was chairman of the Ways and Means Committee and Speaker of the House. In the Senate from 1941 to 1951 he was chairman of the committee on agriculture. Mr. BUZICK was born Feb. 13, 1882, at Sylvan Grove and was a lifelong resident of the community. He was a member of the Sylvan Grove Presbyterian Church. He continued active in farming and ranching operations with his son. Surviving is the son, Lon, Sylvan Grove, a stepdaughter, Mrs. Pauline WALKER, Cambridge, Mass., a granddaughter and two great-grandchildren. The funeral will be at 2:30 p.m. Thursday at the Sylvan Grove High School Auditorium. The Stiles Mortuary, Sylvan Grove, is in charge. submitted by Luci J. Baker of Seattle, WA ljbaker2@earthlink.net BUZICK --- Ira C. BUZICK Lincoln Republican November 17, 1904 "Ira C. Buzick Drops Dead" This news came last Saturday by telegraph from St. Louis and signed by Charles DIMBLER. It was so sudden people could hardly believe it. But on Monday night Ira�s body arrived by the express and then further facts were received. Fifty miles this side of St Louis Ira was taken quite sick and seemed to recover some. No doctor was on the train. But they expected to see one in St Louis when they arrived. At the depot Ira walked alone without help but fell dead on the steps of the depot. A post mortum examination by the authorities revealed that poison from his kidneys had reached his heart and caused immediate death. The funeral services were held at Lincoln at the home of his aged mother last Tuesday at 2pm. The county court adjourned and came. Many men were present and friends and relatives. After appropriate music H.C. BRADBURY the minister spoke on the text: Where-fore seeing we also are compassed about with so great a cloud of witnesses let us lay aside every weight and the sin which doth so easily beset us and let us run with patience the race that is set before us, looking unto Jesus the Author and finisher of our faith Who for the joy that was set before Him endured the cross despising the shame and is set down at the right hand of the throne of God. � Heb. 12:1-2. Ira C. BUZICK was born in Jefferson county Iowa June 23, 1841 and then to Oregon Mo. He came to Lincoln Co. Kansas in 1870 married Lilly FARRELL July 26, 1874. They have three children and one adopted. He was a man of remarkable Talents. He was county attorney in Holt county Mo. And went to the legislature from the same county. He was the first representative of Lincoln Co. to the Kansas legislature. As an attorney he had success as a criminal lawyer her was a ready speaker. He had one erring that more and more over came him: the demon of strong drink. When he trusted in God he overcame it and did much good: when in self he fell. God grant us all to pray "lead us not into temptation but deliver us from evil." The Knights of Phytheas conducted the burial services at the grave. (Submitted by Luci Baker of Seattle, WA - ljbaker2@earthlink.net) BUZICK --- Mary RUCHMAN BUZICK Lincoln Republican Thursday, August 27, 1908 -- page 1 "Grandma Buzick Dead" One of Lincoln county�s pioneers, a well known woman and mother of a prominent Lincoln county family, died at her home in this city Saturday morning at 11 o�clock. Mary RUCHMAN was born in Vermillion county Ill, February 24, 1819. On October 29, 1839, she was united in marriage to H.S. BUZICK, a resident of the same county. After marriage Mr. and Mrs. BUZICK moved to Des Moines, Iowa, where they resided for some time, at length moving to Mound City, Mo. From here in 1870 they moved to Lincoln county, Kansas which has since been the home of the Buzick family. Eight children were born to this union, of whom but three survive the mother. They are Mrs. H.M. HOUSTON, of Mound City, MO., Mrs. Alice GRAHAM of this city and A.R. BUZICK of Sylvan Grove. Besides these the deceased has two aged sisters who reside in Iowa. H.S. BUZICK, husband of the deceased departed this life September 20, 1903. Since that time Grandma BUZICK has lived with her daughter, Mrs. Alice GRAHAM. The remains were taken to Sylvan Grove Sunday afternoon where the funeral was held. The body was laid to rest in the Sylvan Grove cemetery. (Submitted by Luci Baker of Seattle, WA - ljbaker2@earthlink.net) CHRISTIANSEN --- Christian CHRISTIANSEN The Lincoln Sentinel Republican --- January 11, 1940 One of the most colorful and historical lives of Lincoln county and central Kansas was closed last Tuesday, Jan. 2, when Christian CHRISTIANSEN, 85 years of age, died at the home of his daughter, Mrs. A.E. NELSON, leaving behind him a life rich and endowed with memories of a pioneer age and of the building of central Kansas from the dugout era to the present advanced stage. He was born in Slevig, Denmark, and came to the United States in 1867. . As a boy of 14, Mr. Christiansen was one of those Lincoln county pioneers who experienced the terrible Indian raid of May 30, 1869. CHRISTIANSEN --- Dagmar Dorthea Wilbeck CHRISTIANSEN Lincoln Sentinel-Republican-Republican, Nov. 5, 1931 ---Dagmar Dorthea Wilbeck CHRISTIANSEN, was born near Denmark, Kan., May 10, 1888, and passed away at her home in LaCrosse, Kan., Oct. 22, 1931. On Aug. 5, 1908, she was united in marriage to Mads CHRISTIANSEN. Into this home two children were born. After their marriage Mr. and Mrs. CHRISTIANSEN located at Lincoln, residing there until 1910 when they moved to LaCrosse where she has since made her home. She leaves to mourn her loss her two daughters: Mrs. Ina WOFFORD, of LaCrosse; and Mrs. Margaret KUEFFER of McCRACKEN; her aged mother, Mrs. Anna WILBECK of Vesper. Her four brothers: J.R. WILBECK, of Vesper; Alex, of Lincoln; John and Harry of Vesper; her five sisters: Mrs. C.L. HERMAN of Brownell; Mrs. Ed HOBBS, Mrs. Ray MONTGOMERY, Mrs. Henry OETTING of Lincoln; and Mrs. Wm. ZEMKE of Hunter. Funeral service � at LaCrosse. The body was taken to Lincoln and laid to rest beside her husband who preceded her in death on Aug. 25, 1927. CLARK --- Eddie CLARK Lincoln County Beacon Thursday, October 14, 1880. ---(From Pleasant Valley area local news) Albert CLARK's little son, Eddie, aged about 2 years died Sunday last and was buried yesterday. submitted by Bill and Diana Sowers (Note... We are not related to this person. We found this obit while looking through the paper.) CLARK --- Richard Biddle CLARK The Lincoln Sentinel, July 31, 1913, Page 8 ---"Uncle Dick", Lincoln County's first homesteader. The lives of the early settlers of Kansas were full of adventure and romance, self-sacrifice and hard work. We love them for the good they have done us; for we are reaping what they sowed. Richard, the youngest of a family of eleven children was born in Decatur County, Indiana, April 7, 1830 and passed away July 24, 1913 at the age of 83 years , 3 months and 17 days. He was raised on a farm. When a young man he worked on a flat boat that freighted on the Ohio and Mississippi Rivers. During the gold excitement at Pikes Peak, he went to Colorado and was there placer mining in 1861 when the call came for volunteers. He enlisted in Com G 1st Colorado Infantry and marched with his regiment from near Denver to the border of Old Mexico; fought in the battles of Apache Canyon and Pigeon's Ranch, assisting in driving the enemy out of New Mexico. Returning to Colorado they were stationed at Fort Lyon and there were made a calvary regiment. As the Indians were causing trouble on the plains the men were detailed to escort the overland mail coaches through the danger zone. He was at the battle of Sand Creek where they fought the Cheyenne Indians. He was at the treaty with the Arapahoes and Cheyennes October 1865 at the mouth of the Little Arkansas River. Returning from the treaty he was given a short furlough and with two or three comrades visited the Saline Valley for the purpose of taking government land. The Civil War was now over and they would soon be discharged. His roving life on a freighter, a miner , or a soldier had lost its charm and they wanted homes. Here they found what they sought and when discharged in the fall of 1865, six comrades came to the Saline Valley, arriving in the latter part of December. These six men were the first permanent settlers in what is now Lincoln County. They are known as the Colorado boys - their names are Jim ADAMS, Tom THOMPSON, Richard CLARK, Isaac DeGRAFF, Calvin SKINNER and Ed JOHNSON. All are gone now to other shores. "Uncle Dick" CLARK, the frailest, lived the longest. On January 23, 1873, he was married to Martha Ann WOODY. She was an earnest Christian, the daughter of minister, Elder WOODY. To them eight children were born. His wife died January 25, 1897. He lived on his homestead, one and one half miles from Beverly, nearly half a century. During the Indian War of 1868-1869 he did his part in driving back the savage foe. He saw his country in the rough, filled with wild animals and bands of savage men. We see what it is now. When the county was organized he was the first sheriff elected by the people. He was a grand comrade, a true friend. He was a great worker and often had corn to share with his poor neighbors. He loved to have ministers at his home and attended their meetings with his family. He was old time religion. In early times he took loads of buffalo hides to Leavenworth to trade for flour. he made a brave sheriff. He once took a horse thief to Leavenworth and kept him all safe at night by binding on of his wrist to the prisoner with a handcuff. Richard Clark's good labors are now over and the weary weak aged worker is now ready to enter into his rest. His children and grand children gathered around his bedside. 'Tis sweet to minister to parents who have helped us in infancy. So he fell asleep to awake at home in a better land. Many old settlers and friends and relatives gathered at Beverly Methodist Church last Friday afternoon at the funeral services. Favorite and familiar hymns were sung. Rev. Plantz read Ecil 12 Chapter, "Remember how thy creator" and chose his text from St. John 11 Chapter, "Our friend sleepth." Bro Bradbury gave the obituary of his life. Old settlers and soldiers were pallbearers. The burial was in the Beverly cemetery along side of his dear wife. "Thou shalt come to thy grave in a full age, like a shock of corn cometh in his season." Job 5:26. His son Van from North Dakota and niece, Miss Emma CLARK, of Chanute, Kansas, came to attend the funeral. Submitted by, Richard Wiesner, rwiesner@sprintmail.com COFFMAN --- John M. COFFMAN Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, March 3, 1932 ---John M. COFFMAN was born Nov. 20, 1859, in Boone county, Ind., and departed this life Feb. 24, 1932, reaching the age of 72 years, 3 months and 4 days. He was converted during young manhood days, and united with the Methodist church, Pottersburg, Kan. He was a consistent member of this church, as long as it existed. He was united in marriage to Blanche E. FANCHER, Feb. 22, 1906. To this union were born two sons, James and John. His wife preceded him in death July 20, 1911. He leaves to mourn his loss: two sons, James U. COFFMAN, Sylvan Grove, and John F. COFFMAN of Hunter; two brothers, R.N. COFFMAN, Kansas City, Kansas, and N.A. COFFMAN, Sylvan Grove; one sister, Mary A. BYLER, Vesper. [Buried Pottersburg] COFFMAN --- Sarah Randol COFFMAN Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, Feb. 25, 1932 ---Sarah Adaline RANDOL was born in Putman Co., Ind., Jan. 4, 1841, and departed this life Feb. 16, 1932, reaching the age of 91 years, 1 month and 12 days. She was united in marriage to Elizah Collins COFFMAN of Putman Co., Ind., Aug. 7, 1856. After their marriage they lived the greater part of the time in Boone Co., Ind. In 1879 they moved to Lincoln County and homesteaded a farm, where she resided until her death. To this union seven children were born. Her husband was a Civil War veteran, and together they went through those dark days of the war. Her husband preceded her in death June 5, 1913. She leaves to mourn her loss three sons, John of the home, Newton of Kansas City, Kan., and Norman, who lives on a farm north of Sylvan Grove; one daughter, Mrs. Mary Adaline Byler, Denmark, Kan.; 17 grandchildren, 33 great-grandchildren, and two great-great-grandchildren. One brother, one half-sister and one half-brother also survive her. Interment was in the Pottersburg cemetery. Submitted by: Lori Graff, PO Box 171, Marienthal, KS 67863 - rastus@pld.com COLE --- Adellaide Adella COLE Lincoln County Beacon Thursday, February 3, 1881. ---Died... Adellaide Adella COLE, second daughter of Alice and John COLE, aged 9 years, 5 months, and 9 days. submitted by Bill and Diana Sowers (Note... We are not related to this person. We found this obit while looking through the paper.) COLE --- Mrs. Frank COLE (Pearl Maude HINCKLEY COLE) The Barnard Bee, Barnard, KS, Thursday, July 23, 1908, front page Pearl Maude HINCKLEY was born March 4, 1881 and died Thursday evening, July 16th, 1908. She was a daughter of H.L. and M.J. HINCKLEY; was born in Logan township, Lincoln county, Kansas, about nine miles south and east of Barnard. She came to this place with her parents in 1881, and was married to Frank COLE May 15th of that year, going to Mr. COLE's farm about 6 � miles north, and west of Barnard, where she resided until her death. She leaves a husband and three children: Thelma, aged 6; Aline aged 4, and Blaine aged 2. The funeral was held July 17th, the remains being buried in Saltville cemetery. Rev. CLARK, assisted by Elder McMILLAN, conducted the services. Mrs. COLE had been sick several weeks and much suffering was her lot. She was a good wife and mother, highly esteemed and greatly loved by neighbors and friends alike. It is hard to realize that she is gone from us. She taught school for some years in this vicinity, and her splendid good nature and tactful management made her a popular teacher, loved by pupils and patrons. She was a member of the Baptist church, always active in disseminating the christian spirit. We, with other friends, extend our sympathy to the bereaved family. [Submitted by Mike Woody, Albany, OR] COLE - Dr. Sarah A. Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, Feb. 28, 1946 --- Dr. Sarah A. Cole, for nearly forty years a physician in Lincoln and adjoining counties, died at her home in Lincoln Wednesday, February 20, following a long illness. She was 90 years old. In her death, this community lost one of its outstanding characters, a woman who had devoted her entire life to making the world a better place in which to live. Sarah Cole was born on shipboard on the Atlantic Ocean October 23, 1855, while her parents, John Cole and Mary Jane Cole, were enroute from Ireland to make their home in America. She grew up on a farm near Cameron, West Virginia. Those were the real pioneering days. Her mother spun and wove for the family clothing. Fireplaces were used exclusively for heating and cooking. Both girls were keen students and seeing their eagerness, some of their teachers taught them subjects far in advance of the course of study in a country school. Jane became the wife of William L. Barr, well known among an older generation of Lincoln county people, and Sarah taught school. Fond of music, these three young people took singing lessons. There were no organs or pianos and the vocal music was taught by means of a tuning fork. In 1880 Mr. and Mrs. BARR with their two children came to Lincoln county and settled just east of Beverly. Miss Sarah Cole soon followed them to "the West," as Kansas was then considered. At that time she was a beautiful young woman with an abundance of flaxen hair which came down below her knees, blue eyes and pink cheeks. For a time she continued teaching school. Dr. Anna Goff lived in Lincoln at that time. She was a pioneer woman doctor of the homeopathic school and encouraged Miss Cole to become a physician. Dr. Cole took her medical course at the University of Iowa, graduating with the degree of Doctor of medicine in 1889. The Barr family had in the meantime moved to Michigan and Dr. Cole entered practice there at Port Austin. She started her practice on a principle to which she adhered until the time of her retirement - that a physician's duty to humanity was a sacred obligation and that a call to the sick bed must meet with response regardless of circumstances. In 1897, Dr. Cole took a post graduate course at the Hanemann Medical College in Chicago. Here she was offered a [class?] in one of the departments but declined in favor of general practice and came back to Lincoln county in 1898. In the meantime she had become a member of the American Institute of Homeopathy in 1896. Soon after coming back to Lincoln county, Dr. Cole was joined by her sister, Miss Hannah R. Cole, a nurse, and they built a hospital of 16 rooms, one of them large enough to constitute a ward where several patients could be cared for. This was for the accommodation of patients who lived at a distance. Dr. Cole was a thorough student and kept abreast of the latest developments in her profession. She was one of the first to experiment with the treatment of cancer by the use of colored glass through which the sun's rays were focused to the seat of the disease. She realized a very high percentage of cures in cases where the cancer was still confined to an area and before it had spread its tentacles thoughout the entire system. Interment was in the Olathe cemetery near the members of the family who preceded her. She is survived by three sisters, Miss Hannah R. Cole, Miss Anna Cole and Miss Ida Cole of Cameron, West Virginia; three nieces, Miss Anna M. Barr of Overland Park, Miss Margaret Barr of Lincoln and Mrs. Elizabeth Barr Arthur of Overland Par; three nephews, John B. Barr, Kansas City, Walter Cole of Ohio and Captain John Cole, expected hom soon from the European front. Submitted by Tracee Hamilton (note: no relation). COLLIHAN --- Look under: Bridget COLLIHAN KYNE CONNER --- J. C. CONNER The Beacon of Lincoln County Thursday, August 2, 1883. ---Died Friday evening, July 27, at his home near Colorado (postoffice in Colorado Township), J.C. Conner, of consumption. submitted by Bill and Diana Sowers (Note... no relation to us.) CORRIGAN --- Look under: Mary Jane CORRIGAN KING COULTER --- Look under: Jennie I. (COULTER) ALLSWORTH COURSE --- William Henry COURSE Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, Nov. 11, 1926 ---Was born in Clarion County, Penn., Aug. 3, 1851, departed this life Oct. 31, 1926, aged 75 years, 2 months and 28 days. When two or three years old his mother moved with him to Armstrong County, near Apollo, Pa., where he grew up to young manhood and received such schooling as the rural schools of that day provided. At the age of 11 years he was hired out to a farmer to work for his board and clothes and the three months schooling which then constituted the annual school term. After two years of service at this place, he worked at different places by the month through the sumers and did chores for his board and schooling in the winters. At the age of 18 he had, by application to his studies and special help from some of his teachers, received a teacher's certificate, and taught his first school, in Cowanshannock Twp. in the winter of 1869-1870, and taught a number of terms before leaving Pennsylvania. In September 1878, they moved to Kansas and settled in Lincoln county where they took a homestead and lived 17 years. Mr. Course taught school in the winter and helped what he could on the farm during the intervals between. In the early '80s Mr. Course and his family became interested in the irreligious situation of the community and began to help by organizing and maintaining Sunday Schools in a number of the school districts near them. Through this means with the assitance of such pioneer ministers as could be secured to preach to the people a great change in the morale of the people in a very few years. In 1890 or '91 Mr. Course was licensed to preach as a local evangelist by the Presbytery of Solomon of the Presbyterian Church, U.S.A. For a few years he gave his service to the Sunday schools he had been instrumental in forming and supplying the vacant county churches within the surrounding country. This work was voluntary on his part and he never received any renumeration. In April 1895 he received a call to supply the vacant church of Miltonvale in Cloud county where he served until April 1900. He was ordained to the full Gospel Ministry by Solomon Presbytery in September 1900 after having taken charge of the churches of Auburn and Wakarusa, in Topeka Presbytery. The following are the churches served by Mr. Course: Miltonvale, Aurora, Glasco, 1895-1900; Auburn, Wakarusa, Sharon, 1900-1903; Wamego, 1903-1907; Idana, Mulberry Creek, 1907-1909; Epring Hill, Stanley, 1909-1913; Tribune, Selkirk, 1913-1920; Westfall, Harmony, Saltville, 1920-1925. He leaves to mourn his departure his wife, Lucinda J. Course and the following sons and daughters: Rev. H.M. COURSE, E.A. COURSE, Elizabeth L. BROWN, [unreadable name], Maggibel M. SMITH, one sister and four brothers. Interment was made in the Lincoln cemetery. COUSE --- Calvin W. Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, Aug. 27, 1964 ---Calvin W. COUSE, a resident of Lincoln for manyyears, passed away Thursday in Denver where he had been making his home. He was 80 years old. Mr. COUSE was a member of the Congregational Christian church in Lincoln. His wife, Mattie, died in June 1953. Survivors are three sons, Joe COUSE of Lincoln, Robert and Edgar COUSE both of Los Angeles; two daughters, Mrs. Lela BRILEY of Salina, Mrs. Marguerite TIDWELL of Houston, Texas; two sisters, Mrs. Della FISHER of Denver, Mrs. Flora HISLE of Seammon; 15 grandchildren and 30 great-grandchildren. The funeral for Mr. COUSE was held Monday afternoon at the Congregational Christian church conducted by the Rev. John AULDS. Burial was in Lincoln cemetery. CRABTREE --- James CRABTREE Lincoln County Beacon Thursday, September 23, 1880. ---Died... in Harvey County upon September 11, James CRABTREE, of malarial fever. He left Lincoln County during August to obtain work. His parents were notified of his sickness and were with him at the time of his death. He leaves no family. submitted by Bill and Diana Sowers (Note... no relation to us.) CRAWFORD --- A.G. Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, May 9, 1940 ---Alfred Gay Crawford, better known to his many friends as Brownie, was born in Lincoln, Kansas, October 14, 1899, the third son of Mr. and Mrs. Claude CRAWFORD. He received his education in the public schools of Lincoln and at an early age took up the barber trade which he practiced in many towns of this state. For some years he was employed as barber for the Warren and Lamer hotel barber shops in Salina until six years ago when he studied cosmetology and became a cosmetologist, practicing this profession until the time of his death. For the past seven months he lived in Herington where he operated a beauty shop. May 22, 1926, he was united in marriage to Miss Gladys RADFORD of Salina, Kansas. To this union one daughter, Bernice, was born. After an illness of only a few days, Brownie passed away at St. John's hospital in Salina, Kansas, Friday morning at 2:50 o'clock, May 3, 1940, death due to peritonitis which followed a ruptured appendix of the previous Sunday. He reached the age of 40 years, six months and 19 days. He was preceded in death by two brothers, Joseph and Claude Jr. Surviving are his wife and daughter, Bernice of the home, his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Claude Crawford, one sister, Opal, of Lincoln; two brothers, George of Clay Center and Thomas of Lincoln. Funeral services were held Sunday afternoon, May 5, from the Presbyterian church in Lincoln. Interment was made in Lincoln cemetery. CRAWFORD --- Blanche CRAWFORD Lincoln County Beacon Thursday, October 14, 1880. ---Died in Lincoln Center, October 10 of diphtheria and membranous croup, Blanche, daughter of Samuel and Mary CRAWFORD, aged one year and nine months... submitted by Bill and Diana Sowers (Note... no relation to us.) CRAWFORD --- Sibyl CRAWFORD Lincoln County Beacon Thursday, January 6, 1881. ---Died upon the 5th of January, of diphtheria, Sibyl, daughter of Samuel and Mary CRAWFORD, aged 6 years. (Also appearing in the Lincoln County Beacon, Thursday, January 13, 1881, issue was the following story): Died January 5th of diphtheria, after an illness of four and 1/2 days, Sibyl, eldest daughter of Mary and Samuel CRAWFORD, aged 6 years, 2 months, 19 days. submitted by Bill and Diana Sowers (Note... We are not related to this person. We found this obit while looking through the paper.) CROMWELL --- Herbert CROMWELL Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, Oct. 29, 1942 ---The name of Herbert Crawford has this week been added to the list of those from Lincoln county paying the supreme sacrifice in defense of America. Herbert's mother, Mrs. Bert Miller of Hunter, has received a telegram from the U.S. War Department saying that her son was killed in an airplace accident somewhere in Asia on Sunday, Oct. 18. Herbert enlisted in the army air force nearly two years ago. He was sent to Illinois for training and completed his technical training in Randolph Field, Texas. He was a radio receiver in the air force. Three months ago Herbert sent his personal belongings home to his mother, writing that he was sailing immediately from a west coast port for destination unknown. Since then, Mrs. Miller had received letters from Herbert and knew that he had been in both India and China, flying with the U.S. army on various missions. Where he was at the time of his death has not been learned. Born in Vesper Aug. 21, 1917, Herbert was aged 25 years and nearly two months when he met his death. He was a graduate of Vesper high school and for a few years following his graduation helped his mother with the farming. Nearest surviving relatives, besides the mother, are his two sisters, Mrs. Donald Abendroth of Ft. Riley, Miss Eleanor Comwell of El Dorado, and one brother, Kenneth Cromwell, who is now at home in Vepser on sick leave from the U.S. Navy. Herbert was a nephew of Mrs. Albert Cain of Lincoln and of Dan Cromwell, living near Lincoln. CROWE --- Look under: Ann CROWE RYAN CROWE --- Look under: Emma (CROWE) WALLS CROWE --- Look under: Julia Louise [CROWE] DAY CROWL --- Mrs. Fred (Elizabeth Codacher SIMPSON) CROWL Elizabeth Codacher SIMPSON was born March 12, 1894, near Barnard, Kansas; died November 24, 1917; age 23 years, eight months and 12 days. Was married to Fred Louis CROWL June 28, 1916. She was baptized in the Presbyterian Church in Barnard in infancy. She leaves to mourn her loss an infant son, father, mother, three brothers and three sisters and grandparents and a large circle of friends and other relatives. The funeral was held at the M.E. Church in Barnard Sunday afternoon, Rev. Fred BLANDING of Lenora, Kansas, preaching the funeral sermon. Note: Below the obituary appears a letter of thanks from Mr. and Mrs. D. H. SIMPSON and family for the kindness of friends and neighbors during the sickness and death of their daughter, Elizabeth. Added note: This obituary appears in the paper with two other obituaries for Walter JACKSON and Mrs. Will WILD (which can both be found on this webpage!). Next to the obituaries is the following short notice: "Grief Multiplied" --- Alee JACKSON and family of Barnard, certainly had an overflowing measure of sorrow last week. Alee's son Walter was buried last Friday afternoon and that night Mrs. Will WILD, west of Barnard, a sister of Mr. JACKSON, died and the same night Mrs. Fred CROWL, south of Barnard, a niece of Mr. JACKSON, died. Surely their cup of sorrow is running over. submitted by Bill and Diana Sowers. No relation to us. CULLUM --- Frank CULLUM Lincoln County Beacon Thursday, April 22, 1880. ---Mr. Frank CULLUM, eldest son of Mr. C.W. CULLUM, died April 16 after a short illness of 11 days, aged 19 years, 5 months, and 28 days. Mr. CULLUM had lived in the neighborhood above four years. (This is a summary of the original obit.) submitted by Bill and Diana Sowers (Note... We are not related to this person. We found this obit while looking through the paper.) CULLUM --- [Infant] CULLUM Lincoln County Beacon Thursday, July 1, 1880. ---Died at Monroe, Sunday, June 27th of dysentery, infant daughter of C.W. and C.E. CULLUM, aged six months. Funeral held last Monday. submitted by Bill and Diana Sowers (Note... We are not related to this person. I found this death notice while looking through the paper.) DART --- John Dart Saline Valley Register, Dec. 6, 1878 ---On December 2nd, John DART, aged 63 years 11 months and 20 days. Mr. Dart was one of the old landmarks of this country, having settled in the Saline Valley 12 years ago. He was the father of Mrs. Geo. GREEN of this place. He was buried on Sunday last, in the Cemetery at this place, a large procession of relatives, friends and neighbors following his remains to the silent city of the dead. DAUGHTERS - Mrs. C.B. Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, Jan. 18, 1940 --- Mrs. C.B. Daughters, an early day resident of this community, died at her home in Manhattan, Wednesday monring. Had she lived until January 22, she would have observed her 90th birthday. Mrs. Daughters, who had lived in Kansas for 72 years, came to this state with her parents, Judge and Mrs. L.S. HERBERT, six sisters, and a brother, in 1867. The family located in Brown county. Ten years of teaching followed in Hiawatha and Sabetha. In 1877 she married and Mr. and Mrs. Daughters started housekeeping in El Dorado. Eight years later they moved to Lincoln, then a new town, where they lived until 1902 when they removed to Manhattan. Mr. Daughters died at their home there two years ago. He was an attorney and became well known throughout the entire state. ... Surviving are one son, Lynn DAUGHTERS of Manhattan; two granddaughters, Mrs. Arthur BOLL of Fort Riley, and Mrs. Atwood MORRISON of Hutchinson; a brother, Ewing HERBERT of Hiawatha; a sisters, Mrs. E.J. LEIGH of Hiawatha.... Funeral services were held Thursday afternoon in Manhattan and interment was made in the cemetery there. Submitted by Tracee Hamilton (Note: no relation). DAVIS --- Lathena Davis Saline Valley Register, April 24, 1878 ---On Thursday morning, April 18th, 1878, Lathena, wife of Wm. F. Davis, aged 36 years. Mrs. Davis had been in poor health for some years, and about two weeks ago was taken suddenly worse, nothing seeming to give her any relief. Her friends were many, by whom she was highly esteemed. She was buried on Friday morning, the funeral exercises being conducted by Rev. H.C. Bradbury. A large and solemn cortege followed her remains to her last resting place on the hill east of town, there to remain until the good angel shall awake her to once more meet her loved ones where time and eternity are ever the same. A husband, two daughters and one son, together with all our people, mourn her loss. DAY --- Julia Louise (CROWE) DAY Lincoln Sentinel, 6 July 1922 ---Julia Louise CROWE was born July 24, 1853 in Chicago, Ill., soon after the arrival of her parents from the Isle of Man. When a small child, she moved with her parents moved to Iowa where she was educated in the Upper Iowa University at Fayette. In 1872 she came to Lincoln County where she made her home with her aunt, Mrs. John RYAN. She taught a number of years of school both in Iowa and Lincoln, Co. She was married in 1876 to Daniel B. DAY in Lincoln. [She had one daughter] Mrs. Emil RASMUSSEN. Mrs. DAY died June 28th at the home of her daughter. She leaves to mourn [her daughter], two sisters, Mrs. Minnie ELGIN and Mrs. Abe MARSHALL, both of Lincoln, and one half-brother, John CROWE of Iowa...Internment at Lincoln Cemetary. ..her husband preceded her in death Feb. 15 the last. Submitted by Scott Holl scottholl@earthlink.net DeARMOND --- Will DeARMOND Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, July 11, 1940 ---In a letter received Tuesday by Mr. and Mrs. R.W. GREENE, Mrs. Will DeARMOND, Sitka, Alaska, told of the death of Mr. DeARMOND who died at their home in Sitka June 23 after an illness of several weeks. Apparently in the best of health, Mr. DeARMOND suffered a cerebral hemorrhage April 5 from which he never recovered. Mr. and Mrs. DeARMOND were married 31 years ago, June 30, 1909. They were the parents of three children, two daughters and one son. The daughter Ruth has been in government work at Matanuska Valley, Alaska, and the younger daughter, Harriet, is in California taking nurses training. The son lives in Alaska, is married and has one child, two and one-half years old. The DeARMOND family were pioneer residents of Lincoln county, coming here in the early days. The parents of Will DeARMOND, Mr. and Mrs. N.B. DeARMOND, were among the most prominent citizens of Lincoln and were active in business and fraternal circles. Will DeARMOND, 65 years old at the time of his death, left Lincoln in 1896, going to Manhattan where he entered the State College. Following his graduation, in 1902 he went to Stika, Alaska, employed there by the United States department of Agriculture. He never returned to the states to make his home. For a number of years he was postmaster at Sitka and was also mayor of the Alaskan city. The last few years he has been in the cold storage business, highly successful in his undertaking. DEEDS --- Hiram DEEDS Lincoln Republican, November 29, 1917 ---Hiram DEEDS was born Dec. 28, 1840, in Lake County, Ohio, and passed away at the home of his daughter, Mary SOWERS, eleven miles north of Lucas, Kansas, Tuesday night, November 20, 1917, aged 76 years, 10 months and 22 days. He served his country four years in the 23d Ohio Infantry. He came to Kansas in 1878 and lived 17 years on the Dan Day farm at Rocky Hill, Lincoln County. His wife died in 1883. God gave them six children-- Frank, Charlie, Sam, Mary SOWERS, Laura HEMMINGER and Nellie WEBB, and 14 grandchildren and two adopted children. When he seemed to be failing he took a new lease of life and seemed to be young again, and for 15 years he drove the Spring Valley mail route, 30 miles every day, except Sunday. He was so cheerful and kind that everyone of the route loved him. Funeral services were held Thursday of last week in the Presbyterian Church and were attended by many friends and relatives and were conducted by his old paster, Bro. BRADBURY, assisted by Rev. McCORMICK and the church choir. Text: "Who went about doing good." Acts 10- 38. submitted by Bill and Diana Sowers (sixsunflowers@yahoo.com). Hiram was Bill's great, great grandfather. DEEDS --- Olive (STARKS) DEEDS The Beacon of Lincoln County Thursday, August 16, 1883. ---Died Saturday evening, August 11, at Syria, Olive, wife of Hiram DEEDS, aged 37 years. Mrs. DEEDS was a native of Cattaraugus County, New York, and removed with her husband and family from Mercer County, Pennsylvania, to this county in March, 1878. The funeral services were conducted by the Revs. BRADBURY and WARD on Sunday at 3 p.m. submitted by Bill and Diana Sowers (sixsunflowers@yahoo.com). She was Bill's great, great grandmother. DEEDS --- Charles S. DEEDS Lincoln Sentinel, Dec. 5, 1918 Samuel C. Deeds ---Samuel C. Deeds was born Oct. 14, 1876, near Mercer in Mercer County, Pa., and died Nov. 15, 1918, age 42 years 1 month and 1 day. He died in the San Francisco hospital afer an illness of three weeks from influenza. He came to Lincoln County with his parents in 1878 and grew to manhood here, going west about 15 years ago. The last several years making his home in San Francisco. He was buried in Mount Olive cemetery at San Francisco, Nov. 18, 1918. He leaves three sisters and two brothers to mourn his death. The sisters are: Mary Sowers, Lucas; Laura D. Hemminger, Lincoln; and Nettie J. Webb, Beverly, Kansas. The brothers are Lt. Frank J. Deeds, Camp Stanley, Tex., and Charles Deeds. Samuel was the great great uncle of Bill Sowers (sixsunflowers@yahoo.com) DeGRAFF --- Andrew Frank DeGRAFF Lincoln Sentinel, Dec. 21, 1905 ---Andrew Frank DeGRAFF was born in Steuben county, New York June 13, 1838, where he lived until he was 16 years old when he moved with his parents and four brothers, Marcus, Hiram, John and Isaac, to Illinois, where they lived 12 years. In the spring of 1867, at the age of 28 he moved to Atchison, Kansas. Three years later, March 26, 1870, he was married to Miss Belle McGUIRE, of Holton, Kansas. They immediately started for Lincoln county, Kansas, and settled on a homestead which Mr. DeGRAFF had previously taken. They never moved from their home where they began to keep house 35 years ago. Deceased died on the morning of December 11, 1905, aged 67 years, 5 months and 28 days. He was sick just one week with pneumonia. He leaves a wife and two daughters Miss Stella DeGRAFF and Mrs. Martha ELROD, of Lincoln, Kansas, to mourn their loss. Mr. DeGRAFF was an honest, upright citizen, highly respected and esteemed by all who knew him, a faithful husband and loving father. He was one of the pioneers of Lincoln county, having passed through the hardships incident to frontier life. He was buried in the Beverly cemetery Wednesday December 13, funeral services being conducted in the M.E. church, Beverly, by Rev. Geo. R. JACKMAN, of Lincoln. The bereaved wife and daughters have the heartfelt sympathy of all who know them. DeLONG --- J. C. DeLONG Sylvan Grove News November 10th, 1904 "Obituary" ---J. C. DeLONG died at his home in Pottersburg on Tuesday morning November 8, at 4 o'clock. He had been in ill health for months and completely broke down recently. The deceased is an old settler of the county and lived on Spillman since the early seventies. He was a respected citizen and the sorrowers have the sympathy of a wide circle of acquaintances who mourn with them. We were personally acquainted with him and never received a bad advice or an unkind word and his home was to us a haunt of pleasure in our youth. The funeral was held Thursday, Rev. SEXTON officiating. The remains were interrted in the Pottersburg cemetery by the side of his wife and son who had preceded him. The departure, one by one, of these pioneers make up meditate upon our numbered days and actuate us to apply our hearts unto wisdom. Submitted by Luci Baker, Seattle, WA --- ljbaker@whyweb.com DILL --- Bryan Harvey DILL Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, Thursday, February 17, 1983 --- Bryan Harvey DILL, the seventh child of Fredrick Welcome and Mary Matilda (LOVING) DILL, was born September 5, 1896, in Canton, South Dakota. While very young, he moved to Lincoln, Kansas, where he spent his childhood. He passed away February 5, 1893, at the Veterns Administration Hospital in Denver Colorado at the age of 86 years 5 months. Bryan was united in marriage with Cora GREEN in 1918. They were married less than two years when Cora died of influenza. On June 7, 1938, in Lincoln, Bryan was united in marriage to Ida Mae LOVIN. To their union three children Shirley, Bryan, Jr. and Claudie were born. Bryan worked at various jobs during his lifetime, including the railroad, farming, as a salesman and as a laborer. He was a devoted and loving husband and father. He always had time for his family and enjoyed his children and grandchildren. Although arthritis made it difficult at times for him to get around, he never complained nor did he let it stop him from enjoying the companionship of his family and friends. In his later years one of his greatest pleasures was to get together with friends at the Senior Citizens Center for a visit, lunch and a card game. He was preceded in death by his parents and 11 of 12 brothers and sisters. He leaves to mourn his passing his wife, Ida; his daughter, Shirley and her husband of Arvada, Colorado; two sons; Bryan of Lincoln; and Claudie and his wife Linda DILL of Aurora, Colorado; five grandchildren; Mary Christine ROGERS, Arvada, Colorado; Margi PULS, Cortez Colorado; Richard ROGERS, Pasadena, California; Matthew and Amy DILL, Aurora, Colorado; and three great-grandchildren. He is also survived by his sister, Hazel and brother-in-law Ernest HAYES, Salina and many nieces and nephews. Services were held February 10, 1983, at 2 p.m. at Hall Memorial Chapel, The Rev. Vernon SNIDER officiating. Internment was in the Lincoln Cemetery with a military graveside service by the Lincoln VFW and American Legion. Submitted by Shirley ROGERS" -- Lobster3@email.msn.com DILL --- Emma (KILMER) DILL --- (ONE OBITUARY AND ONE DEATH NOTICE) 1.)-- Lincoln Beacon, Feb. 14, 1901, Page 4, Col. 5 ---At her home in Lincoln, Kansas, at an early hour Thursday morning, February 7, 1901, Mrs.. Emma (KILMER) DILL, wife of A. (Atherton) Z. DILL, after but a few hours' of suffering from the effects of a fall on the icy ground in the door yard the day before. Mrs.. Dill was a daughter of Mr. and Mrs.. Thomas KILMER, of Lincoln and was 27 years 9 months and 15 days old. She was married to Mr.. DILL in September 1893. Several children were born to them but only one is now living. Funeral services were held at the M. E. church on Friday, the service being conducted by Rev. SCHERMERHORN. It was an awful day for a funeral, yet, a goodly number of persons were in attendance. Mr.. DILL and his little one are left in a sad and lonely condition. They have the sympathy of numerous friends. Submitted by Shirley ROGERS" -- Lobster3@email.msn.com 2.)-- Lincoln Sentinel, February 14, 1901, Page 5, Vol.. 3 ---Mrs.. Emma DILL died February 6. The funeral services were held Friday afternoon, February 8. Her husband A. Dill and little girl three years of age survive her. Submitted by Shirley Rogers" -- Lobster3@email.msn.com DILL --- Eugene DILL Lincoln Sentinel-Republican --- November 9, 1944, Page 1, Col. 4 "Pvt. Eugene DILL is War Casualty" --- Bryan DILL received a telegram Saturday from the war department stating that his brother, Pvt. Eugene DILL, had died in a hospital in Paris, October 8. No details were givenbut the telegram said a letter of explanation would follow. Private DILL went into the army from Saline county in September 1942. He was assigned to the Ordance department and was sent overseas in October 1943. From letters written to his brother, it was known that he worked in an army Ordinance Department Post Exchange and had been in France since shortly after D-day, June 6, 1944. Eugene Dill was a son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Fred DILL and was born and reared in this community. He was 38 years of age. For a number of years he worked at odd jobs around town and later was employed at the Jordan and Bosch recreation parlor. The last few years before he went into the army, he had employment in Salina. The community extends sympathy to the nearest surviving relatives. Submitted by Shirley Rogers" -- Lobster3@email.msn.com DILL --- Fred W. DILL Lincoln Sentinel-Republican Thursday, April 1, 1937, page 8. ---Fred W. DILL, son of William N. DILL and Arvilla DILL was born at Volga, Iowa, February 6, 1861 and died at his home in Lincoln, Kansas, March 21, 1937 at the age of 76 years, one month, 15 days. He began to learn the shoe repair trade at the early age of 13 andafter a few years set up for himself in Nordway County, Missouri. In the spring of 1885 he moved to Lincoln and established a shoe repair shop. He plied his trade diligently at various locations in Lincoln, the last 15 years in the small building on North Fourth Street, now owned by Fred McDONALD. His failing health compelled him to give up his trade two years ago. On November 8, 1885, he was married to Mary M. LOVIN. Home life meant much to him and although they were usually in humble circumstances, they enjoyed the genuine companionship where love reigned. Mr.. DILL was pleasant to meet and enjoyed joking with old friends. He was always in good health , up and going , until a week before his death. Then, for the first time since their marriage, it was necessary to call a doctor for him and to wait on him in bed. Besides his old neighbors and friends the following nearest relatives most keenly mourn his passing; his faithful companion for more than 51 years; four sons, Joel DILL of Kansas City, Mo.., Bryan, Eugene, and Arthur DILL of the home; and one daughter, Mrs.. Hazel HAYES of Salina; one sister, Mrs.. Mary OLDFATHER of Volga, Iowa; one brother Elmer DILL of Elkader, Iowa; 13 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. The funeral services were held from the Central Christian Church in Lincoln, Wednesday afternoon, March 24, under the direction of the Rev. E. L. BROWN of the Presbyterian Church. Mrs.. Alice RAPLEE and Mrs.. Helen HOWARD sang, "Beautiful Isle of Somewhere" and "Rock of Ages," and "Abide With Me" with Mrs.. R. A. BARINGER at the piano. The body was carried to its last resting place in the Lincoln Cemetery by intimate friends of Mr.. DILL's: L. C. BAKER, J. H. BURT, James BOOZ, F. E. McDONALD, Dr. W. G. SONGER, and T. A. RHUDY. Submitted by Shirley ROGERS" -- Lobster3@email.msn.com DILL --- Joel Leroy DILL Kansas City Times, March 21, 1950 ---Joel Leroy DILL, 58, of 4023 Harrison, died yesterday at the home. He was a detective about twenty-five years. He became a salesman for the Jenkins Music company one and a half years ago. Mr. DILL was born in Marysville, Mo. and had been a resident here about thirty years. He was a vetern of World War I and was a member of the Nixon-Raher post of the American Legion and the Ernestin Schumann-Heink chapter of the Disabled American Veterns. Surviving are his wife Mrs. Eula DILL fo the home, a sister, Mrs.Hazel HAYES, Salina, Kas., and two brothers Bryan DILL and Arthur DILL, Lincoln, Kansas. Submitted by Shirley ROGERS" -- Lobster3@email.msn.com DILL --- Mary Matilda LOVIN DILL --- (TWO OBITUARIES) 1.)--Lincoln County News, Thursday, November 2, 1939, Page 1, Col. 2 ---Mrs. Mary Matilda Dill, one of the pioneer mothers of this section of Kansas, and a resident of Lincoln for nearly sixty years, passed away, at her home on Lincoln Avenue Sunday evening at 8:30 o'clock after a brief illness. Mrs.. Dill became ill on the previous Tuesday. She was born in North Carolina on May 19, 1865, came to Osborne County, Kansas in 1875 and to Lincoln in July of 1880. Mrs.. Dill was about 75 years of age at the time of her death. Funeral services were held at the Central Christian Church, Tuesday afternoon at 2 o'clock in charge of the pastor, Rev. A. E. Rogers and burial was made in the Lincoln Cemetery. 2.)--Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, Thursday, November 2, 1939, page 8, columns 3 & 4. ---Mary Matilda, daughter of W. M. and Sarah LOVIN, was born in Asherville, South Carolina, May 19, 1865, one of a family of eight children. In 1876 she moved with her parents to Osborne county, Kansas, and in March of 1880 she experienced the tragedy of losing her mother and oldest brother in a prairie fire which swept through the country. From Osborne County, the father and remaining children moved to Lincoln, Kansas where she resided the rest of her life. On November 8, 1885, she was united in marriage to Fredrick Welcome DILL and to the union eight children were born. Three preceded their mother in death, five living to mourn her death. All the living children reside in or near Lincoln. December 19, 1904, Mrs.. DILL was baptized and received into the Central Christian church, remaining true to her faith in God until the end. In 1935, Mr.. and Mrs.. DILL celebrated their Golden Wedding Anniversary. Less than 16 months later, March 21, 1937 her husband departed this life. On Sunday evening, October 29, 1939, two years and ten months later Mrs.. DILL, the mother, quietly passed away at 8:20 o'clock, her spirit going to that mansion which Christ has prepared for all those who call on His name. Submitted by Shirley ROGERS" -- Lobster3@email.msn.com DILLON - Anne Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, June 14, 1973 --- Anne Dillon, 98, died this past week in Lincoln, Kansas, May 29. She came to the U.S. at the age of four in 1878 and was a pioneer settler with her family. In her later years after retiring in town from the remote farm on which she had lived much of her adult life, she was daily at mass and communion. "there were so manyyears we could not get to mass I want to make up for it now," she would explain. Often she could be seen walking over treacherous ice or through deep snow to daily mass, even when in her late 80s. She left no survivors in her immediate family, dying just a few days short of her 99th birthday. Funeral services were held last Friday from St. Patrick's Church, Rev. Edward Sander officiating. Burial was in St. Patrick cemetery. One of her favorite sayings was "Not all change is necessarily progress." The inspiration for the new "Prettiest church in the Diocese" contest in "The Register" was Annie dillon, pioneer settler of the Lincoln community. The first entry in the contest was the Lincoln church which gave rise to her original statement some ten years ago. (Submitted by Tracee Hamilton, tracee.hamilton2@verizon.net. I would like to hear from any descendants of the Dillon family.) DOHE --- Amanda Marie DOHE Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, Oct. 29, 1942 ---Amanda Marie DOHE, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John WALKER, was born in Lincoln, Kansas, May 26, 1912, and after an illness of only a few days passed to her reward at the Ellsworth hopsital on Saturday, Oct. 24, 1942, at the age of 30 years, four months and [??] days. She was baptized in infancy on June 30, 1912, at St. John's Lutheran church at Lincoln. She attended the Pleasant Valley and Vesper schools and was confirmed in the faith of the Lutheran church on May 2, 1926. On Sept. 27, 1936, she was united in marriage to Benjamin Walter DOHE. This union was blssed with two sons, Dean Arthur and Dale Robert. Besides her husband and two children she leaves to mourn her loss her parents and brother Albert of Lincoln, and two brothers, Frank and Lloyd in the Signal Corps, United States Army at Chicago, and a large number of relatives and friends. Interment was made in the Emmanuel cemetery. DOLL --- Ada DOLL Barnard Times, Thursday, August 9, 1888 ---Died, at the residence of Edwin DeFOREST, near Barnard, Ada, wife of Taylor DOLL, aged 24 years. Mrs. DOLL was always a very cheerful and industrious woman. The coroner's inquest, which is hereunto attached show that she had overtaxed her strength during the hot weather of this season. She had also fallen upon the stone steps of the house some time before the symptoms that the showed the approach of some disease appeared. She lived but 23 hours after the severe attack of congestion of the brain. Cerebro spinal inflamation was the cause of her death. The funeral services were delayed until evening in the hope that the parents of the deceased, residing at What Cheer, Iowa, would be present, but a telegram was received from them stating that they were unable to come. Rev. H.C. Bradbury conducted the service and the body was laid to rest in the Pinon Cemetery. "As a flower of the field, so we flourish." Submitted by Bill and Diana Sowers. No relation. DONLEY --- Uzillah May (WALLS) DONLEY Death notice from the Lincoln Sentinal Republican--no date on clipping; date of death 1-16-1963. ---Mrs. Uzillah May [WALLS] DONLEY, 81, Lincoln, died Wednesday morning at the Crawford Nursing Home in Lincoln. Burial in Hammer Cemetary [near Westfall]. [Note: The Rev. Leroy SMOOT officiated at the services. He was pastor of the Methodist Church in Lincoln in the early-mid 1960s. The following is from the obituary, which was published separately in those days.] Survivors: A son, Frank, Lincoln; three daughters--Blanche KOPF, Beverly; Mrs. Louis MUCHOW, Brookville [KS}; Mrs. Gladys ZAVESKY, Kanopolis [KS]; a sister--Mrs. Pluma MCFARLAND, Lincoln; 14 grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren. Services Sunday, January 20th at Hall Chapel, Lincoln. Submitted by Scott Holl scottholl@earthlink.net DOOLITTLE --- Franklin DOOLITTLE Lincoln County Beacon, July 22, 1885 ---Franklin Doolittle was born at Coleville, Broome county, New York, May 14, 1819. In 1943 he was married to the playmate of his childhood, Amanda M. Watrous. The year following their marriage they both united with the Presbyterian church, of Windsor. Of two children who were born to them in New York State, one died in infancy and the other at the age of 18. Eight years ago they removed to Kansas, since which time their residence has been at Lincoln. During four years of that time Mr. Doolittle has been a ruling Elder in the Presbyterian Church of this place. [On June 25] he passed peacefully away at the age of 66. Though knowing beforehand that the need was near, he seemed strangely unconcerned. Bro. Doolittle was always, within my knowledge, anxious to live right, but notwithstanding he remained conscious to the last, he never manifested, by word or sign, that he had any anxiety in death. I can scarcely call it death. It seems to me more like the final triumph after a long and hard-fought battle. � The funeral was held in the Presbyterian church Friday morning, the day following his death. At the close of service, a large concourse of people followed the remains to their last resting place in the Lincoln Cemetery. DOWLIN --- John DOWLIN Lincoln Sentinel, November 11, 1915 John DOWLIN was born in Ohio Sept. 8, 1832. He was married to Margaret E. GORE Feb. 9, 1861. They moved to Missouri in 1867 and 17 years later to Kansas, locating at Old Milo near where Barnard now stands. His wife died July 11, 1914. He united with the Presbyterian church when a young man. He leaves to mourn two sons, Charles and Lee, six grandchildren and a host of neighbors and friends. He departed this life aged 83 years 1 month and 26 days. He was a close neighbor and friend of Rev. H.R. Gouldin who recently met his death by accident in Salina. He was a first cousin of President Wm. McKinley, but greater yet a son of God. The funeral services were on last Friday afternoon, a beautiful day. Many came from near and far, his old pastor, H.C. Bradbury, spoke. The M.E. choir of Barnard sang. The I.O.O.F. lodge of Barnard conducted the services at the cemetery. The relatives are very thankful to all for their kindness. [Buried in Milo Cemetery.] ECKHART --- William Geo. ECKHART Lincoln Sentinel Thursday, July 15, 1886. ---Died... on Sunday, July 11, 1886, at the home of his parents in Valley Township, Lincoln County, Kansas, William Geo., son of Mr. and Mrs. Fred ECKHART, age 2 years, 6 months, and 9 days. For nineteen days he suffered from abscess on the shoulder. Pleasant Valley Cemetery was chosen as the place of burial. submitted by Bill and Diana Sowers (Note... We are not related to this person. I found this death notice while looking through the paper.) EDGETT --- Mamie EDGETT Lincoln County Beacon, Sept. 24, 1885 ---Mamie, daughter of O.B. and Antoinette S. Edgett, was born June 20, 1882, and died Sept. 18, 1885. Owing to an accident which happened two years ago, she has been a constant sufferer up to the time of her death [in Kansas City]. The remains were brought back to Lincoln, where they were interred on Saturday, after appropriate services at the church, conducted by Rev. W.D. Ward. Mamie is no longer a sufferer. While here she bore it all with a degree of patience which would seem remakrable even in an older person. Today she lives in a land whose inhabitants never say, I am sick. With her all is well; with the bereaved parents there is sadness of heart, and many friends offer their sympathy. ERHARDT --- Augusta ERHARDT The Lincoln Republican April 20, 1922 Volume 55: Number 1. ---Auguste ERHARDT the daughter of Michael and Johanna LUECK (LUCK), was born in Fuhlbeck, Germany, August 2, 1843. In the year 1868 she came to this country and lived in Junction city, Kansas. In 1870 she came to Lincoln and was united in marriage to Ernst ERHARDT. They were among the first settlers in this county. Mrs. ERHARDT after a full measure of life, both sad and joyful, reached the end of her pilgrimage, April 15, 1922. They were blessed with a family of 7 children, all of whom survive her except one son, who preceded her to the grave. Her dear husband passed away September 30, 1910. Mrs ERHARDT was a kind neighbor and a true friend. She fulfilled earnestly and conscientiously all her duties. Her labors were not in vain. She reaped even here a beautiful regard, for her children were very fond of her, and during her long illness nursed her with loyal and untiring love. From childhood she belonged to the Lutheran church and remained faithful. Her faith in the Savior made her strong to leave her burden. Without any fear she bravely faced death. She knew where she was going. It is certainly well with her and she is now happy in the sight of the Lamb of God. The funeral services were held at the house, on Monday at 2:30 p. m. and the remains were interred in the Lincoln Cemetery: thereupon services were continued at St. John's Lutheran church, Rev. H. KROENING officiating, assisted by a quartett and the choir, ably directed by Prof. P. L. GABBERT. May she rest in Peace. Submitted by Clarence H. Suelter: suelter2@attbi.com ERHARDT --- Ferdinand (Fred) ERHARDT Lincoln Republican October 6, 1910, Volume 36, Number 22. ---Ferdinand ERHARDT was born near Ludwigsburg, Wurttemberg, Germany on October 19, 1829 and died on September 30, 1910, nearly 81 years of age. Mr. ERHARDT came to the United States in 1854 and was married to Catherine REINOEHL in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on (July 26, 1857). To this union were born two girls, (Anna and Amelia), and one boy, (George). He and his family emigrated to Kansas in 1858 and settled in St. George Pottawatomie county. In 1862, he enlisted in Senator PLUMB�s Union regiment, the 11th Kansas, and took part in the battle of Westport, Prairie Grove, Cane Hill and the Price raid. While serving in the Army, his wife and two daughters died early Fall 1864. In 1865 Mr. ERHARDT and his regiment participated in the Indian campaigns in Wyoming and was involved in the battle of Platte Bridge on July 6, 1865. After the war he came to Lincoln County and in 1867 took a claim on Bullfoot creek and had a prominent part in the settlement and building of Lincoln County Kansas. Mr. ERHARDT married Miss Augusta L�CK on (March 20, 1870) and to this marriage were born two boys and four girls, their names are: Laura, wife of Frank AUFDEMBERGE; Chloe, wife of Henry AUFDEMBERGE; Emma, wife of Martin SUELTER; Katie, wife of W. H. WILLIAMS of Denver, Colorado and Frank ERHARDT of Witchita, Kansas. George ERHARDT, his son by his first marriage, now resides in Ellsworth, Kansas. A large concourse of his friends and neighbors gathered to pay their last respects to his memory and to assist in the impressive and solemn requiem services of the German Lutheran church, conducted by the Rev. HOYER. Information supplied by Clarence Suelter: suelter2@attbi.com Note..... Other material on Ferdinand Erhardt may be found in the October 13, 1910 issue of the Lincoln Republican and in Adolph Roenigk�s "Pioneer History of Kansas", Chapter XVI, page 110. Copyright 1933 which was reprinted in 1973 by the Lincoln County Historical Society ERICKSON --- Ingman M. ERICKSON Lincoln County Beacon, April 29, 1886 ---At his home three miles southwest of Lincoln, Lincoln county, April 25, 1886, of dropsy and heart disease, Ingman M. Erickson, in the 62nd year of his life. He was a native of Sweden and came to America over 30 years ago. He was one of the early settlers in Lincoln county, a kind neighbor, a good christian father, always very industrious. He leaves a wife and six children. FANCHER --- [Infant] FANCHER Lincoln Sentinel --- Aug 4, 1910 ---Death visited the home of Mr. and Mrs. Edgar FANCHER, talking from the their infant son, Saturday morning. The funeral services were conducted by Rev. KIER, at their home Sunday morning at 10. The remains were then laid to rest in the silent city of the dead. Contributed by Bill and Diana Sowers. No relation to us. FANCHER --- J.D. FANCHER Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, Feb. 20, 1947 ---In the death recently of J. D. Fancher at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Ara Thomison in Wichita, another pioneer citizen and early day business man, was called to his reward. Little is known here about Mr. Fancher's early life, but from some of the stories he told friends about his early youth he was born in Kentucky along in the middle 1950's [sic], probably about 1956 [sic], and spent his early youth there, where he saw and delighted in telling of many incidents of the Civil war. After the war he drifted to Missouri where he lived for a number of years and received his education. Aside from these few brief and random incidents of his life little is known by his old friends here about his childhood or his family history. When Mr. Fancher had reached the age of 22 or 23 years, he came to Lincoln to visit his father, the late Dr. Newton D. Fancher, who was a practicing physician here at that time and is well remembered by many of the older residents of Lincoln. He liked it here and decided to become a permanent resident. During the first few years of his residence here Mr. Fancher followed the school teaching profession, teaching a few terms at the Trail Creek school and one or two other schools, and also engaged in farming for a number of years. Following his teaching and farming experiences he entered quite extensively into the windmill, pump and well drilling business in Lincoln. He always took a great pride in recalling that he erected more windmills in this part of Kansas than any other person. Some twenty years ago his wife became critically ill which left her a semi-invalid. Mr. Fancher disposed of his business interests and devoted his entire time in caring for Mrs. Fancher until she passed away about eight years ago. Since that time, until about two years ago, when he went to Wichita to make his home with his daughter, Mr. Fancher lived alone in his home in the north part of town. He was devoted to the cause of the Socialist party throughout most of his life and in later years the Townsend movement took up a good deal of his interest. Mr. Fancher was married twice, his first wife the mother of his two children, Mrs. Ara Thomison of Wichita and Lewis N. Fancher who is now living in California, died many years ago. Both his wives are buried in the Prairie Grove cemetery. It was Mr. Fancher's request that he be laid to rest there also, so in compliance with his desires, the remains were brought to Lincoln, short funeral services were held at the Methodist church and interment was made in accordance with his wish in the Prairie Grove cemetery. FANCHER --- Mrs. J. D. FANCHER Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, Thursday, April 1, 1937 ---Eler Helen MONTGOMERY was born in Johnson County, Iowa, January 16, 1855, and departed this life in Lincoln, Kansas, March 21, 1937, at the age of 82 years, two months and five days. She and her people came to Prairie Grove, Kansas in the year 1873 where she continued to live with her parents, then her widowed mother, until she was united in marriage with James D. FANCHER, January 16, 1893. They have made their home in Lincoln since then. She had no chidren of her own but was a faithful and loving mother to her two step-children. Best proof of her devotion to them is the record of twelve years of tireless care lavished upon her while the ravages of arthritis made her more and more dependent upon others' help. During this time she lived four years with her step-son, Lewis, FANCHER and family in order that they might give her more personal daily care.... Her faithful husband shared fully in the care given her. To him it seemed that whatever he could do for her was her due, an expression of his deep regard for her..... A host of good friends and relatives are living witnesses to her noble life. The following are the surviving nearest relatives: her husband, James D. FANCHER, her step-son, Lewis FANCHER of Lincoln; her step-daughter, Mrs. Ara A. DANNER of Wichita; two brothers, Edward MONTGOMERY of Salina and George MONTGOMERY of Lincoln; three sisters, Mrs. Mary POTTER and Mrs. A. A. KRUGG of Coffeyville, and Mrs. R.F. HERMAN of Abilene. There are 12 grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. The funeral service was held from the Lincoln Methodist Church... Burial was in the Prairie Grove Cemetery. Contributed by Bill and Diana Sowers. No relation to us. FARNSWORTH --- Birney and Bertha FARNSWORTH The Beacon of Lincoln County Thursday, August 9, 1883. ---Died Saturday, August 4, 1t 9 p.m., Birney, aged 5 months, and Tuesday, August 7, at 9 p.m., Bertha, aged 5 months. These little ones were twin children of Moses and Ellen Farnsworth of Franklin Township. submitted by Bill and Diana Sowers (Note... no relation to us.) FARNSWORTH --- Ophelia Buck FARNSWORTH Lincoln Beacon, Nov. 30, 1882 ---At Ekhorn, Lincoln county, Kansas, November 21, 1882, of asthma, Mrs. Ophelia Farnsworth, aged 87 years, 4 months and 21 days. Mrs. Farnsworth was born in Fairfax, Franklin county, Vermont, June 30, 1795, daughter of Gould and Hannah BUCK. At the age of twenty she gave her heart to God and became a member of the Episcopalian church. She has ever since lived a devoted christian maintaining a firm faith in God. In November, 1829, she united in marriage with David L. FARMSWORTH, of Fairfield, Vermont, residing in the east after marriage near 26 years. In the spring of 1855 she with her family, emigrated to Buchanan county, Iowa. The same year, upon Oct. 11, four weeks after arriving at their journey's end, she buried her husband, and was thus left along with her children, in a strange land, with no kindred nigh. In the fall of 1870 she with her two sons and daughter, emigrated to Lincoln county, Kansas. Her religious faith found beautiful expression in a remark she often made, "Trust in the Savior, it will all be well with you." Long will her memory live. FARNSWORTH --- Pettie FARNSWORTH Lincoln County Beacon, April 2, 1885 ---At the home of her daughter, Mrs. Eliza Doolittle, at Bashan, Lincoln county, Kansas, on Monday, March 30, 1885, Mrs. Pettie Farnsworth, in the 89th year of her life. The funeral services, at Bashan school house, were conducted by Rev. John Medcraft and H.C. Bradbury. The whole neighborhood was present. "Grandma" Farnsworth was born in Westford, Chittenden county, Vt., May 16, 1796. She had lived also in Michigan, Iowa, and Illinois. She has three children living: Mrs. Eliza Doolittle, Mrs. Walker of Chicago, and Judson Farnsworth. Fourteen years of her life she had been blind, but five years ago her eyesight was restored at the eye infirmary at Chicago. She was struck with paralysis a few months ago. The return of this caused her death. She was always cheerful amid her troubles. Speaking of her paralytic part, she said, "I have one limb that does not belong to me, for it is always grumbling." She was so very thankful for any little favor it was a great pleasure to do anything for her. She had become a christian when only 18 years of age, and the fruits of the Spriit were always hers. More and more she grew pure and holy, til now she departs to reign with her Savior and be like him. FEAKES --- [Millie] FEAKES Lincoln County Beacon Thursday, July 15, 1880. ---(From Pinon local news section) One of the little twin daughters of Mr. Thos FEAKS [sic] who were born and bereaved of their mother in February last, died on the night of the 5th inst., and was buried on the evening of the 6th. Mr. FEAKS was absent at the time. submitted by Bill and Diana Sowers (Note... no relation to us.) FEAKES --- [Rosa] FEAKES Lincoln County Beacon Thursday, August 26, 1880. ---(from Pinon area local news section) Mr. Thomas FEAKS' [sic] other infant daughter was buried last week. Mr. FEAKS once again was not present at the time of death and had not been happy when the other child was buried without his presence. They waited all day but he never showed so they finally had to bury her. (This is a summary of the death notice found in the paper.) submitted by Bill and Diana Sowers (Note... no relation to us.) FELDKAMP --- William FELDKAMP Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, Nov. 12, 1942 This obituary encompasses three deaths: Lon McKinney, Mrs. J.K. (Rebecca) Stevenson and William Feldkamp. ---Within a period of 24 hours, three persons in or near Lincoln died early this week. Lon McKinney passed away early Monday morning at the county farm where he had been cared for the last few days of his life. Mrs. J.K. Stevenson, a resident of Lincoln since 1877, died at 9 o'clock Monday evening at her home. William Feldkamp, living south of Vesper, died at 4 o'clock Tuesday morning. All three had been in ill health the last several weeks. Funeral arrangements for Mr. McKinney and Mr. Feldkamp have not be completed. Mrs. Stevenson's funeral is to be held this Wednesday afternoon at 3 o'clock from the Lincoln Presbyterian church of which she was a member. The minister, Dr. R.L. VANCE, will be in charge. Mrs. Stevenson was born Rebecca CRAWFORD at Williamsport, Pa., Oct. 6, 1856. She was one of 15 children, four girls and 11 boys, born to her parents. In 1877 she came to Lincoln but returned to Pennsvylania to spend several months with an uncle and aunt, finally coming back to this community in 1878 to spend the remainder of her life. Five years later, in 1883, she was married to Jesse Stevenson and they established their home west and north of Lincoln, living there until they retired to Lincoln which remained home. Although she was 86 years of age, Mrs. Stevenson remained active until five weeks ago when she suffered a stroke of paralysis from which she never recovered. Her condition gradually became more critical until the end. She is survived by two children, a daughter, Mrs. Lydia Hower of Denison, Kan.; a son, T.c. Stevenson, living on the homestead farm northwest of Lincoln. Her husband and a son, Frank, preceded her in death. Mc. McKinney had been an invalid for the past few years and had been cared for in Sylvan Gorve until recent months. When no one could be found to care for him, Mr. McKinney was taken to the county farm. Mr. Feldkamp was one of the well known early day settlers of the south Vesper community. In failing health for nearly five years, he was taken critically ill two weeks ago. He is survived by two children, Miss Lenora Feldkamp and Frank Feldkamp, both of the home, and by four brothers and two sisters, Fred Feldkamp, Louis Feldkamp, Lincoln; Ed Feldkamp, Plainville; August Feldkamp, Natoma; Mrs. Barney Dohe, Mrs. Henry Huehl, Lincoln. FITZGERALD --- Mrs. Charity M. (SMITH) FITZGERALD Lincoln County Democrat, 20 September 1900, page 4, column 3 ---Mrs. Charity M. (SMITH) FITZGERALD died at the home of her son, Lorenzo FITZGERALD, at Lincoln, September 13, at 10 p.m., of Bright's disease after an illness of several weeks. The funeral was held September 15 at Prairie Grove school house conducted by Rev. J. S. Strange, and the interment was made in the Pfaff cemetery in Battle Creek township. Mrs. FITZGERALD'S maiden name was SMITH and she was born in Wayne county, Michigan (actually, born in New York) in December, 1831, being therefore 68 years and 9 months old at the time of her death. With her husband, John FITZGERALD, she came to Iowa in 1853 and to Lincoln County, Kansas, in 1878. Her husband preceded her to the Summerland in July, 1890. They were the parents of seven children--J. E., Hiram E., Ernest, Lorenzo, Eugene, Nancy and Maria--all of whom we believe are living. Mrs. FITZGERALD had been for many years a member of the Christian church, and her daily life exemplified its teachings and requirements. She was a hospitable, kindly, Christian woman, simple in her life and loyal in her friendships and will long be missed. This information was submitted by Marjorie Fletcher. robtmarj@sprintmail.com (Charity M. (SMITH) FITZGERALD is my gr.gr. grandmother.) FLOREA --- Echo May FLOREA Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, Aug. 27, 1964 ---Funeral services are to be held Thursday afternoon at the Hall Memorial Chapel at 2 o'clock for Mrs. Echo May FLOREA, 75, who died Sunday at her home in Denver. The funeral will be conducted by the Rev. Leroy SMOOT and interment will be in Vesper cemetery. Mrs. FLOREA, a former resident of Lincoln county, is survived by one daughter, Mrs. Grave KEMP of Ellinwood; two sons, Paul J. FLOREA of Denver, and Leo R. FLOREA of Fountain, Colo.; two sisters, Mrs. Grace MONTAGUE of Logan, Utah, and Mrs. Neva BOLLIER of Littleton, Colo.; 14 grandchildren and one great-grandchild. FORD --- John Montgomery FORD Salina Journal, Dec. 22, 1939, Page 3, Col. 4 "Elderly Saline County Retired Farmer Passes Away Here" --- John Montgomery FORD, 71, a retired farmer who had lived in Salina since 1921, died at 12:10 o'clock this morning at St. John's hospital. He was born November 12, 1868, at Collierstown, Virginia. He is survived by five daughters, Mrs. Wanna FUNK, San Francisco, Calif; Miss Juanita FORD, New York; Mrs. Avis GRAY and Miss Betty FORD, Salina and Mrs. Mary MAYFIELD, El Monte, Calif. and four sons Arthur of Fresno, Calif., John of San Rafael, Calif., and Joe and Claude of Salina. The body was taken to Ryan-Sullivan Mortuary where funeral services will be held Saturday afternoon at 1:30 o'clock. Rev. W. E. SIMMONS in charge. Burial will be in the Lincoln cemetery. Submitted by Shirley Rogers --- Lobster3@email.msn.com FORD --- Rosina (DILL) FORD Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, October 30, 1930 --- Mrs. Rosina FORD, wife of John FORD of Salina, died Monday morning at 9:45 o'clock in Asbury Hospital, Salina less than a week following the birth of her youngest daughter, Dona Lee. The baby died Thursday, two days after birth, and burial was made Friday afternoon in the Lincoln cemetery. The body of Mrs. FORD was brought to Lincoln Tuesday and funeral services were held this (Wednesday) afternoon. Interment was made in the Lincoln cemetery beside the grave of the infant. Mrs. FORD, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. F. W. DILL, was 44 years old at the time of her death. She was the mother of several children including three sets of twins. Numbered among these were Mrs. Roger FUNK and Miss Juanita FORD; Claude and Clema AVIS; Joe and Betty. There is one other son, John FORD. All the children live in Salina. The immediate family circle also includes the husband, John M. FORD, Mrs. FORD's parents of Lincoln, one sister Mrs. Ernest HAYES, of Salina and four brothers, Joel DILL of Kansas City, Bryan DILL, Eugene DILL, Salina and Arthur DILL, Lincoln. Mrs. FORD was a member of the Christian Church. GARVER --- Mary DILLER GARVER Lincoln Republican Thursday January 9, 1919. Mrs. Mary DILLER GARVER, wife of Judge T.F. GARVER, brother of Mrs. Thos. L. BOND, Salina, died Tuesday at 3 o'clock at her home in Topeka. Mrs. GARVER is survived by Mr. GARVER and two sons, Robert D. GARVER, district court judge of Shawnee County, and John GARVER. Mrs. GARVER lived in Lincoln some years ago. summary of a longer obituary, submitted by Bill and Diana Sowers (Note... We are not related to this person. GAYLORD - James Seely Lincoln Sentinel, Nov. 11, 1909 --- "Thou shalt come to thy grave in a full age, like a shock of corn cometh in its season." Thus last Friday night November 5, 1909, at his home in Lincoln, Kansas, James Seeley GAYLORD fell asleep at the good old age of 88 years. His daughter Eliza and two granddaughters lived at home with him. One of his sons is living, five of his children have passed to the other shore. He was a gentle kindhearted man, beloved by all who knew him. He was born in Almira, New York, September 25, 1872. When he was 12 years old the family moved to Marshall county, Illinois. Here his father died leaving a widow and ten children, and then James had hard work. They again moved to Putnam county, Illinois. After his marriage James came to Salina, Kansas, in 1869 and to Paris, Lincoln county, Kansas, in 1876. His wife died 23 years ago. The funeral services at the home last Sabbath, were conducted by H.C. BRADBURY. The burial was at the Lincoln cemetery. GERARD --- William Gabriel GERARD Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, Thursday, October 8, 1936 ---William Gabriel GERARD son of Claude and Margaret GERARD was born at Butler, Pennsylvania, January 18, 1868 and died at the family home at Oakley, Kansas, September 18th, 1936. He came to Eads, Colorado, February 11, 1911, where he homesteaded a tract of land. On July 28, 1914, he was united in marriage to Libby A. HICKMEN [spelling should be HICKMAN] of Beverly, Kansas and they resided at Eads until July 21, 1921. To this union was born one son, Donald. The family moved to Oakley, March 26, 1922. On August 28, 1928 they took the orphan niece Bonnie Lee into their home where she has had a home ever since. The funeral was from St. Joseph Catholic Church and the remains laid to rest in the Oakley cemetery. submitted by Bonnie Coatney (bcoatney@nkn.net). Bonnie is related to Libby A. HICKMAN GERARD and has information on the HICKMAN family. GILLMORE --- Sallie GILLMORE Lincoln County Beacon Thursday, November 1, 1880 ---Died upon November 1 in Colorado Township, Mrs. Sallie GILLMORE, aged 88 years. So far as we can learn Mrs. GILLMORE's death was a natural one, resulting from old age.(This is a summary of the death notice found in the paper.) submitted by Bill and Diana Sowers (Note... We are not related to this person. We found this obit while looking through the paper.) GOODELL - Charles B. Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, Nov. 21, 1946 --- Charles B. GOODELL, Lincoln county representative to the State Legislature, passed away at his home northeast of Lincoln Monday afternoon, November 18, following an extended illness. For a great many years Mr. GOODELL had been one of the leading ranchmen and cattlemen of this section of the state. The Goodell ranch, near Barnard, was widely known for its fine pure bred cattle. Born May 30, 1969, at Pilot Grove, Iowa, Mr. Goodell spent most of his life in Nebraska. He later moved to Kansas City and came to Lincoln county 23 years ago. In 1944, Mr. Goodell consented to become a candidate for the state legislature to serve from Lincoln county, the 82nd district. He won the Republican party nomination and the election in November without opposition. This year, Mr. Goodell was the choice of his party and district, winning the election without opposition. His death leaves Lincoln county without a representative to the state legislature this year. Funeral services for Mr. Goodell are to be held Thursday afternoon at 2 o'clock from the Lincoln Methodist church, conducted by the Rev. B.A. LOVELADY. Nearest surviving relatives are his wife Mrs. Edith Goodell of the home, and one sister, Mrs. Jessie JENNINGS of Kansas City. GOURLEY --- Abe GOURLEY Lincoln Sentinel, Jan. 25, 1912 ---All the Plesant Dale community gathered at their church at 4 o'clock Tuesday, Jan. 16, to do honor to the memory of one whom they dearly loved and respected. He was a plain honest man, a good neighbor and christian. Abel Gourley was born Feb. 24, 1838, 74 years ago in Fauquier county, Va., and died Jan. 13, 1912 at Siloam Springs, Ark. He was married Dec. 25 to Ingaha Lang. God gave them 5 sons and 4 daughters. He came to Lincoln county, Kansas, in 1882. His wife died eight years ago and since then he often visited his children and grandchildren. Some of them live at Gotoha, Okla. Two daughters at Coucil Grove, Kan. Some live in Lincoln county. All were present at the funeral except Charley and Jerome. He had many relatives at Pleasant Dale. All called him "Uncle Abe," he was so kind to all. Ellsworth Lang came to the funeral through the snow from Minneapolis�. The burial was in the Hammer cemetery. GRAVENER --- R.L. GRAVENER Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, Dec. 3, 1942 ---Funeral services were held Tuesday afternoon from the Presbyterian church for R.L. GRAVENER, who died unexpectedly Friday at the home of Mrs. Myrtle HOBB where he had been rooming. Mr. Gravener, aged 86 years, was not ill and his death was unknown until 6 o'clock when members of the Hobb family went to his room to call him for supper. Death was said to be the result of a heart attack. Born in Philadelphia, Pa., Mr. Gravener had been a resident of this county for 63 years and lived here continuously except for a few years spent in western Kansas. Among his survivors are his son, Charles Gravener, Levant. [Burial was in Heiser Cemetery.] GRAVENOR [GRAVENER] --- Mary Vance GRAVENOR Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, Dec. 2, 1926 ---Mary Jane Vance GRAVENOR was born July 12, 1857, and departed this life on Nov. 27, 1926, at her home southwest of Lincoln. On Sept. 21, 1887, she was married to R.L. GRAVENOR at Pardee, Kan. To this union were born two sons, R.L. GRAVENOR of Monett, Mo., Chas. F. GRAVENOR, Hoxie, Kan., and one daughter, Mrs. Rebecca E. MARKHAM of Lincoln. She is survived by her husband and three children, 13 grandchildren, one brother, D.C. VANCE of Trenton, Mo., one sister, Silvia A. MORGAN of Trenton, Mo., and many friends and relatives. � Interment was made in the Pleasant Valley cemetery. GREEN --- Charley Green Lincoln Beacon, Oct. 13, 1887 --- Charley Green, a young man for many years well known to all the old settlers of Lincoln County, left Lincoln for Salina about Sept. 10, to find work. Upon Tuesday morning of last week he hired out to Oscar Seitz, of Salina, to carry hod for the masons, who had about three hours work to do before finishing their contract. After the mason work was done, Mr. Green was to have the job of clearing up the premises, getting them ready for occupancy. At 11:30 a.m. he reached the top of a ladder at a scaffold 35 feet from the ground, with a hod of mortar, which he let down from his shoulder. As he did so a rotten board in the scaffold broke and he fell, first striking a second scaffold about 10 feet below, and from there to the gorund. He was lying on his stomach with his head doubled under his chest and his neck terribly wrenched but no bones broken or joints dislocated. When raised up he said, "Did I fall?" and then inquired, "How far?" Being a total stranger to those about him, he was asked where he boarded; to which he answered, "At Mr. Vall's," and immediately became unconscious. He died at 2:30 in the afternoon and did not regain consciousness. He was brought to Lincoln Wednesday and taken to the house of Ed M. Harris, on old friend. No relatives were in Kansas and none arrived to attend the funeral, which was held at Mr. Harris' house on Thursday, at 10 a.m. conducted by Rev. Geo. Tenney. The interment was made in the Lincoln cemetery. In January 1872, Charley Green, then a lad of 13 years, came to Mr. Harris' house when the latter lived upon his farm 6� miles southeast of Lincoln. This was the day his father's family arrived in Lincoln county, and Mr. Harris' house was the first he entered after his arrival, and by a most peculiar fatality, Mr. Harris' doors were open to receive his lifeless body nearly 16 years afterward. Charles Green was born in Fayette County, Ind., in Sept. 1850, and his home was 6� miles east of Lincoln most of the time since Jan. 18, 1872. He was a young man of exemplary habits, scrupulously honest, quiet, gentlemanly and upright in speech and walk. He filled an humble place in the world's economy, but he filled it with serupulous fidelity to his employers and to all his obligations and responsibilities. His friends love to think that he neither lived in vain nor will reap a slight reward. GRIM --- J.P. GRIM Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, Oct. 30, 1947 ---Joshua Penrose Grim was born Sept. 12, 1858, near Grimsville, in Lehigh county, Penn., and passed away at his home in Lincoln, Kan., Tuesday night, Oct. 21, 1947. Mr. Grim spent his childhood and early youth in Pennsylvania, where he was a teacher in the public schools for eight years. In 1884 Mr. Grim was united in marriage to Mary P. Sassaman. To this union were born four children, three of whom preceded their father in death. In 1885 Mr. Grim and his bride came to Kansas, settling in Sylvan Grove, Lincoln county, where they became charter members in the newly organized Presbyterian church. Mr. Grim also served for 25 years as superintendent of the Sunday school of the church. After coming to Kansas, Mr. Grim pursued his profession of school teacher for nine more years, later becoming a rural mail carrier in which work he continued for 25 years. Mr. Grim had been a residen tof Lincoln, Kansas, for 18 years, and had been ill for several years before his death. He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Mary Grim of Lincoln; one son, Harold Grim, his daughter-in-law, and two grandchildren, all of Beverly, Kan. The funeral service was held Saturday afternoon, Oct. 25, from the Lincoln Presbyterian Church. Burial was made in the Beverly cemetery. HAAS --- George Hunter HAAS Lincoln Sentinel-Republican -- April 13, 1944 ---George Hunter HAAS was born March 27, 1889, to John and Emma HAAS in Reading, Pa. He became a member of the Christian Church at the age of 20. He served in the army for six years and in World War I. On Oct. 1, 1923, he was united in marriage to Gladys Leora LONG in Wray, Colo. To this union were born five children, all living at the present time. Mr. and Mrs. HAAS came to Lincoln about 17 years ago. He was foreman at the Quartzite Stone Company for several years but of late years had been in failing health, hardly leaving his home in the past year. He was taken suddenly ill last Tuesday night, April 4, 1944, and departed this life at the age of 55 years and eight days. He leaves to mourn his passing his wife Gladys; two sons, William of Hastings, Neb., and George of the home; three daughters, Clara Belle, Della Beth and Donna Jean, all at home; and two brothers, John and Homer of Pennsylvania, other relatives and friends. Funeral services were held Friday afternoon at 2:30 o�clock from the Central Christian Church in Lincoln with the minister, Clarence A. STANKE officiating. Interment was made in Lincoln Cemetery. HALL --- Alice Ann Reid HALL Lincoln Sentinel, Feb. 1, 1912 ---Alice Ann Reid was born in Laural, Ind., Sept. 7, 1851. Was married to Thomas D. Hall Nov. 28, 1876. To this union were born two children, J.H. Hall of Beverly, and Bessie H. Thomas of Salina, who with the husband, two grandchildren and two brothers remain to mourn her departure. She was converted in early youth and united with the M.E. church, of which she was a member at the time of her death. Although greatly afflicted during the last nine years of her life, she never lost her faith in God and his goodness. She died Jan. 21, 1912, at 3:30 p.m. HALL - Neta Schoshke Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, Aug. 13, 1942 --- Neta SCHOSHKE was born June 15, 1898, at Salina, Kansas. When a small child she moved with her parents to a farm near Tescott and later to another farm north of Beverly where they lived until 1917 when the family moved to Hendley, Nebr. October 22, 1919, she was united in marriage to Adelbert HALL of Beverly. They made their home in Beverly until her unexpected death on July 30, 1942, at the age of 44 years, one month and 15 days. Mr. and Mrs. HALL were the parents of two children, Myron Gailon of Wichita, Kansas, and Delores Jean of the home. Mrs. Hall leaves to mourn her untimely death her husband and children, her father, Gustav SCHOSHKE of Beverly; one brother, Matt SCHOSHKE of Beverly; two sisters, Vera, now Mrs. Leslie MORGAN of Clay Center, Kansas, and Zola, now Mrs. L.O. VENCILL of Kimball, Nebr., many other relatives and a host of friends. Her mother preceded her in death in 1932. Funeral services were held in Beverly Sunday morning at 9:30 o'clock, conducted by the Rev. Guy V. Parks. Interment was in the Beverly cemetery. Submitted by Tracee Hamilton (Note: no relation) HALLOCK --- Harriett Loetta (POLLOCK) HALLOCK The Messenger (Minneapolis, Kansas), April 9, 1936. Mrs. Morris HALLOCK, one of the pioneers of the west part of Ottawa County, died Wednesday night, April 1, at a hospital in Salina, after a serious illness of about two weeks. She was almost seventy-one years old and had lived in the community north of Ada since of girl of eight years of age. Mrs. HALLOCK was the eldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Wallace POLLOCK with whom she came to this county in 1873. Her maiden name was Harriett Loetta POLLOCK. She was born in Mansfield, Ohio, May 4, 1865. She was married to Morris Wells HALLOCK on June 5, 1881. To this union four sons and seven daughters were born, all of whom are living and were able to see their mother during her last illness. Besides her faithful husband of many years, she leaves these children: Dr. Lowell HALLOCK of Jacksonville, Illinois; Ellis HALLOCK, of Ada; Warren HALLOCK, of Indianapolis, Indiana; Prof. Leslie HALLOCK, of Hinsdale, Illinois; Mrs. Inez BALDWIN, of Longford, Kansas; Mrs. Ethel STEVENSON, of Culver; Mrs. Helen BALAUN, of Salina; Mrs. Eunice DOWDS, of St. George, Kansas; Mrs. Volna McCLASKY, of Cuba, Kansas; Mrs. Neola CARPENTER, of Gandy, Nebraska; and Mrs. Muriel CRAWFORD, of Rollingfork, Mississippi. She also leaves 23 grand-children and two brothers and sisters. The latter are Charles POLLOCK, of Anadarko, Oklahoma, Robert POLLOCK of Kirksville, Missouri; Mrs. Lillie KEELER, of Dallas, Texas; Mrs. Rena HILLS, of Ashley, Kansas; and Mrs. Fannie CASBIER, of Maxwell, Iowa. [Note... Harriett Loetta POLLOCK and her husband Morris Wells HALLOCK, also lived in Salt Creek Township, Lincoln County for some time and can be found there in the 1885 census. The full text of this obituary which is an excellent account of pioneer life in Kansas can be found by clicking here] Submitted by Bill and Diana Sowers. Mrs. Hallock was Bill's gr-gr-aunt. HAMILTON - Lucile F. Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, Nov. 5, 1992 --- Lucile F. Hamilton was born in Kensington to Fred and Grace Bierman on February 19, 1907. She died on October 29, 1992, at the Lincoln County Hospital after a long illness. Lucile attended grade and high school in Kensington. She taught school in the Kensington area. On June 1, 1926, she was united in marriage to Edward Hamilton in Downs. They moved to Lincoln in 1928 and have resided there since. This union was blessed with a daughter, Joyce M. and a son, Robert E. Lucile went to work in the Saline Valley Bank in 1932 and retired in 1971 as senior vice president. Survivors include her husband, Edward; daughter Joyce and her husband, Raymond HOLL, of Beloit; son Robert E. and wife Sharron of Lincoln; two sisters-in-law, Doris Prochaska of Ellsworth and Minamae Bierman of Topeka; six grandchildren; six great-granchildren; and one step-great-grandchild. The funeral was held Monday, November 2, 1992. Burial was in the Lincoln Cemetery. Submitted by Tracee Hamilton [Note: This is my grandmother. I can be reached at tracee.hamilton2@verizon.net]. HAMMER --- Emerson HAMMER Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, March 21, 1940 ---The Sedro-Woolley, Wash., Courier-Times, dated March 7, carried news of the death of Judge Emerson HAMMER, a former Lincoln resident, who died at the Sedro-Woolley hospital late at night, Wednesday, March 6, aged 83 years. His death was attributed to influenza. Funeral services were held at 2 o'clock on the afternoon of Saturday, March 9, in the Lemley chapel, with Sedro-Woolley Masons in charge and burial was made in the Union cemetery. The Courier-Times, sent to J.H. TOOLE by his sister who resides in Sedro-Woolley, said that in the death of Judge HAMMER, the community had lost another of its valued pioneers. The Washington paper continued: "Mr. Hammer, as state senator, pioneer lumberman and merchant of this city, had a long and useful life. He was born in Montpelier, Ind., Aug. 12, 1856, and received his education there. At an early age he engaged in business in Indiana, later moving to Kansas, where he served as postmaster of Lincoln, and later joined George GREEN in a mercantile firm in that city. They sold out in 1889 and came to Clear Lake, Wash. "Soon after his arrival here, Mr. Hammer was employed in the Mortimer Cook store at Sterling, and later ran a logging camp in partnership with Frank Bradsbury. In 1891, Mr. Hammer established a store in Burlington where he remained until 1897 when he moved to Sedro-Woolley to enter the mercantile and shingle business. In 1903, the Union Mercantile Co. was established with Mr. Hammer as president. Judge Hammer was elected state senator from the 32nd senatorial district in 1898, and in 1902 was re-elected for the term ending in January 1906. During his first term in the senate, he was chairman of the important appropriations committee and served on this same committee in 1903. "Mr Hammer also served the City of Sedro-Woolley in many capacities as mayor, as a member of the school board, and as police judge, and Skagit county as treasurer, for several years. "Mr. Hammer will long be remembered for his kindly nature, wise counsel and broad outlook. His long life was one of service until the last. "He is survived by his wife, Isabelle; a son George, prominent local businessman; two daughters, Mrs. Rupert (Mary) Gale of Mercer Island, and Mrs. John (Joyce) Ruel of Forks, Wash.; and seven grandchildren: William, Arthur and Jack Gale of Mercer Island; George Emerson Hammer of Hawaii; Winifred Hammer, San Francisco; Margaret Hammer, University of Washington student; and Wayman Hammer, Sedro-Woolley high school student." HANCOCK --- Emma LEWIS HANCOCK Lincoln Sentinel-Republican --- Oct. 25, 1951 --- Mrs. Emma HANCOCK, who had lived in Lincoln for a number of years, passed away at Asbury hospital in Salina on Thursday, Oct. 18. She had been ill for more than two months and had been in the hospital during much of her illness. Mrs. HANCOCK taught school in Lincoln county for three years before her marriage to Waldo HANCOCK. After their marriage Mr. and Mrs. HANCOCK lived in Beverly for many years and Mr. HANCOCK remained in business there until his death in 1942. After he passed away Mrs. Hancock moved to Lincoln. Mrs. HANCOCK is survived by four children, Mrs. Ruth STEVENSON of Denver, Mrs. Mary HALL of Beverly, Mrs. Alma PAINTER of Ironton, Mo., and John HANCOCK of Wichita. Funeral services were held for her at the Methodist Church in Beverly on Sunday afternoon, Oct. 21, with Rev. R.L. HENDRICKSON in charge, assisted by Rev. C. KELLEY. Interment was in Monroe cemetery. HARBIN --- Mary HARBIN Lincoln Beacon, Oct. 13, 1887 ---At her home, near Woody, Lincoln county, Sept. 29, 1887, Mary HARBIN, wife of Jephtah [Jeptha] HARBIN, aged 69 years. For fifteen years Mrs. Harbin has had a growing cancer on her breast. The last four years of her life it was very painful. She became very helpless. Only a month ago her husband died. She longed to go home and trusted in her Savior. Her neighbors loved her and came from far and near to weep at her funeral. Three sons and one daughter mourn over a dear mother's departure. HARMAN --- America S. (ANDERSON) HARMAN Lincoln Beacon, June 30, 1887 ---Died..... America S. HARMAN, wife of J. P. HARMAN of Vesper, Kansas. She was born in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, June 18, 1837. She was the only daughter of James ANDERSON who moved to York County, Pennsylvania, about the year 1850, where he and her two surviving brothers will reside. The deceased was married with J. P. HARMAN in January, 1860. They removed to Hagerstown, Maryland, in the spring of 1864, and thence to Kansas in the spring of 1878 where she continued to live until her demise, June 26, 1887, at 8 o'clock a.m. She was the mother of three children: Eula L. MORGAN, wife of W. F. MORGAN of Sylvan Grove; Elnora A. and Lalla B. L. HARMAN, all of whom survive her. She was laid to rest at the Vesper Cemetery. Submitted by Bill and Diana Sowers. (Note... we are not related to this individual) HARPER --- J. L. (Joseph Lane) HARPER Barnard Bee, Barnard, KS December 28, 1911 --- J. L. HARPER died Dec. 26, 1911, at the home of his daughter, Mrs. W. E. HEWES, Barnard, Kans., at the age of 75 years, 5 months and 12 days. � Deceased was born near Zanesville, Ohio, July 14, 1836.� At the age of 17 he moved, with his parents, to Ottumwa, Iowa.� He was married in 1861 to Alice CHADWICK.� To this union eight children were born, two of whom preceded the father in death.� The living children are:� Mrs. Clara HEWES, Barnard; Sam HARPER, Solomon, Kans.; Mrs. Eva WRIGHT, Barnard; Henry HARPER, Portland, Oregon; Mrs. Ben WOODY, Barnard, and Joy HARPER, Milo, Kans. Mr. HARPER, came to Kansas in 1873, locating in this county in 1874. His first wife having died, he was married in 1890 to Eva WARNER, who survives him.� To this union was born one daughter who is 13 years old.� He remained here until 1900, when he went to Oklahoma.� In later years his health failed to such an extent that he was place in a hospital by his second wife.� Last October his daughter, Mrs. Clara HEWES went to this hospital and brought him to her home that she might look after him in his old age. But his health failed rapidly, and when death came he passed away quietly and peacefully. � � Just a week before the death of Mr. HARPER, a message was received saying the his brother, Samuel H. HARPER had died suddenly in Ottumwa, Iowa.� He was the mayor of Ottumwa. � � The funeral of J. L. HARPER was held this afternoon at the Baptist Church. Rev. B. F. MCMILLIAN preaching the sermon, Rev H. R. GOULDIN assiting. Interment was made in Pinon Cemetery. submitted by:� Sherry Hare Ray --- sherraygen@aol.com --- Kent, Washington HARPER --- Iva (NORTON) HARPER Lincoln Beacon Feb. 22 and March 1, 1894. ---(Feb. 22nd issue) The wife of Samuel HARPER, formerly of Scott Township, this county, died in Oklahoma about two weeks ago. She left a girl child only a few days old. Mr. HARPER and wife moved to the new country since the opening of the Strip. ---(March 1st issue) The wife of Samuel HARPER of Oklahoma has recently died, having a little girl about two years old and a new born babe to be nurtured without a mother's care. He arrived here earlier this week bring[ing] his children here in order to have the assistance of relatives in caring for them. His sister, Mrs. HEWES of this place has the youngest in her care. Mrs. Harper was a relative of: Sherry Hare Ray --- sherraygen@aol.com --- Kent, Washington. More information on her and her husband can be found here under the obituary of her husband, Sam HARPER. HARPER --- Jennie Edith HARPER Lincoln Beacon, Lincoln, July 14, 1892 ---Jennie Edith, the infant daughter of Samuel and Ivy HARPER of Scott Township, died July 4, 1892 of flux, after four days of intense suffering, aged 21 months and 19 days.� The funeral services were conducted by N. J. LOTT. She was buried in the Pinon Cemetery. submitted by: Sherry Hare Ray --- sherraygen@aol.com --- Kent, Washington HARPER --- Sam HARPER Barnard Bee, Barnard, Sept.28, 1922 ---Samuel E. HARPER, eldest son of Joseph L. and Alice B.� HARPER was born at Ottumwa, Iowa, January 2nd, 1864 and departed this life September 27, 1922 at the� home of his daughter, Mrs. Ross VAN PELT of Victor, Kansas, age 58 years, 8 months and 25 days.� He was married to Iva NORTON, December 22, 1889 who departed this life February 8, 1894.� To this union was born three daughters, one dying in infancy.� He leaves to mourn his loss, two daughters, Mrs. Jessie VAN PELT of Victor, Kansas and Mrs. Myrtle BULIS of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, five grandsons and two sisters, Mrs. Eva WRIGHT and Mrs. Ada WOODY both of Barnard, Kansas, and a brother Henry L. of Portland, Oregon.� Also other relatives and a host of friends. �� The funeral services will be held Friday afternoon at 2:30 p.m., Rev. Fred Blanding officiating.� Interment was at Pinon Cemetery. submitted by: Sherry Hare Ray --- sherraygen@aol.com --- Kent, Washington HARRIS --- Charles Francis HARRIS Lincoln Beacon Feb. 22 and March 1, 1894. ---(Feb. 22nd issue) The youngest child of H. B. HARRIS and wife of Logan, died Tuesday of whooping cough, age six weeks. ---(March 1st issue) Charles Francie HARRIS, aged 1 month, 7 days, son of H. B. HARRIS and wife of Logan, died February 20, of whooping cough. submitted by Bill and Diana Sowers (Note... We are not related to this person. We found this obit while looking through the paper.) HARRIS --- Mildred HARRIS Lincoln County Beacon Feb. 10, 1881. ---Died...in Lincoln Center, upon Monday the 7th of February, of membrainous croup, Mildred, daughter of Ed M. & Marye E. HARRIS, aged 4 years. submitted by Bill and Diana Sowers (Note... We are not related to this person. We found this obit while looking through the paper.) HARSHBARGER -- John HARSHBARGER Lincoln Sentinel, September 16, 1909 ---John Harshbarger died September 5, 1909, at Ashton, Idaho, deceased was born in Miama [should be Miami] county, near Dayton, Ohio, on December 9, 1818. At the age of 20 years he moved to Spencer county, Indiana, in 1848 to Oskaloosa, Iowa, in 1856 to Woodbine, Iowa, in 1870 to Kansas and two years ago [1907] came to Idaho to live with his sons remaining till his demise. At 19 he married Melinda KESSLER who died in 1893 [should be 1891]. They had six children: H.C. [Henry Clay], St. Anthony, Idaho; Jacob, Ashton, Idaho; Wm., and Mrs. [John (Sarah)] Quillin, Lincoln, Kansas; Mrs. Hope HARRIS, Woodbine, Iowa; Joseph, deceased. He joined the Methodist Episcopal Church in 1843. "Uncle John" as he was familiarly known, was an excellent example of the American pioneer. His father, a member of a German family that had settled in Virginia prior to the revolution, was one of the first settlers at Dayton, Ohio, the log pioneer house over a century old still standing intact [note: the HARSHBARGER family entered the U.S. about 1750]. Here, among the hardships of a pioneer life, John was born. The incidents of his early life, in the woods, on the hunt, on boat and raft on the Mississippi and Ohio rivers were remarkably interesting. He first affiliated with the Whig party, voting for Wm. Henry Harrison. Later he became, and remained a staunch Republican. Early in manhood he joined the Masonic order and was the last charter member of the Blue Lodge at Magnolia, one of the first organized in the state of Iowa. As regards his fellow men he was universally respected as an honorable, upright man. He was buried at Marysville [Idaho] cemetery September 6, 1907 [should be1909]. With him at the time of his death were his three boys, Clay, William and Jacob. Submitted by Scott Holl, great-great-grandson (scottholl@earthlink.net) HARTMAN - James T. Hartman Lincoln County News, Oct. 18, 1934 ---James T. Hartman was born October 5th, 1847 near Roanoke, Virginia. He lived the early part of his life in the mountainous country of his native state. While in Virginia he was a member of the Lutheran Church (German) and was a diligent reader and ardent believer in the Bible. Upon coming to Kansas he found no churches and so arrangements were made to conduct services in the country schoolhouse. Shortly after coming to Kansas he homesteaded a farm. In 1879 he was married to Mary Sellers of Beverly, Kansas. Of this union two sons were born, James Albert, who died at the early age of 11 months and 5 days, and Bert Hartman. On June 9, 1904, he was married to Melissa (Mrs. Arthur) Judd, who survives him mourn his departure. Jim, as the deceased was familiarity and fondly known to everyone was by all regarded as a good neighbor and upright citizen. He stood in constant readiness to aid and assist all who were in need. Upon numerous occasions he had helped several families to obtain their daily food in the pioneer days when winters were severe, money was scarce and credit was not to be had. James Hartman had always enjoyed good health and was active until only a few days before his death. He died at the Ellsworth Hospital, Ellsworth, Kansas on Thursday, October 11 at 5:00 p.m. thus having reached the ripe old age of 87 years and 6 days. His wish was to be laid to rest beside his infant son in Freedom (Washam) Cemetery near Westfall, Kansas. He leaves to mourn his wife Melissa Hartman of the home, a son Bert Hartman of Wichita, Kansas, (stepson) Lloyd Judd of Westfall, Kansas and a grandson, Dr. Merle M. Hartman of Junction City, Kansas and a host of friends. HAYDEN --- Alva T. HAYDEN Lincoln County Beacon July 8, 1880. ---Died... in Lincoln Center at about 2 o'clock a.m., July 6 of heart clot, Alvy T. HAYDEN, age 22. Alva HAYDEN was born in Oxford, Butler County, Ohio, where his mother now resides. He first came to Lincoln County 2 1/2 years ago. After a few weeks stay he returned to Ohio. March 10, 1878, he returned to Lincoln with his friend, Geo GREER, establishing a stove and tinware trade. Ath the time of his death he, in company with Dr. R.E. BRYANT, was erecting a fine stone business block. (This is a summary of the original obit.) submitted by Bill and Diana Sowers (Note... We are not related to this person. We found this obit while looking through the paper.) HAYES --- Hazel B. HAYES Salina Journal April 13, 1986. ---Hazel B. HAYES, 86, died Saturday, April 12, at the Salina Nursing Center. Mrs. HAYES was born June 15, 1899, in Lincoln (the daughter of Fredrick W. and Mary [LOVIN] DILL). She was a homemaker and had been a resident of Salina since 1919. She was a former member of the Women of the Moose. Her husband, Ernest L., died in 1985. Survivors include a son, Glenn W. of 1403 Kiowa; two daughters, Bertha LETOURNEAU of 925 Spruce and Virgina McBride of 521 W. Euclid; 12 grandchildren, 22 great-grandchildren, and three great-great-grandchildren. There will be a service at 2 p.m. Monday at Roselawn Memorial Park, the Rev. Harlen RITTGERS officiating. Memorials may be made to American Cancer Society. The Ryan Mortuary is in charge. Submitted by Shirley Rogers -- Lobster3@email.msn.com HEALY --� Ellen KYNE HEALY Lincoln Beacon, April 13, 1882 --- Died/Mrs. Mary HALEY, aged 63 years, at 9 o'clock upon Saturday morning, April 8, 1882, of pneumonia, at the residence of her son, James HEALY, of Indiana Township. The deceased had been a resident of Lincoln County for about 14 years. She was a woman of great energy of character and was a prominent figure in the early history of the county. She leaves a large circle of relatives and acquaintances. She was all her life a member of the Catholic Church. Funeral services were held upon Sunday in the Catholic Church in this place. [Clarification: Her real name was Ellen, and the Healys spelled their surname two different ways, hence the contradictions. But Ellen Healy is the name on her tombstone.] submitted by Tracee Hamilton (Note: This is my great-great-aunt. I can be contacted at tracee.hamilton2@verizon.net) HEDRICK --- Mary A. HEDRICK Lincoln County Beacon, June 17, 1886 ---Sunday, June 13, 1886, at her home in Elkhorn township, Mrs. Mary A. Hedrick, wife of Thos. M. Hedrick. Deceased was born Aug. 14, 1850, in Bartholomew county, Indiana. Her maiden name was Mary Ann Sanders and she was married Feb. 11, 1869, to T.M. Hedrick, the marriage ceremony being performed by Rev. Thos. P. Hedrick, who preached her funeral sermon upon Monday last at 10 a.m. The interment was made in the Lincoln cemetery. Deceased leaves a husband and five children to mourn her loss. HENDERSON --- Sarah A. (DAVIS) HENDERSON Lincoln County Beacon May 27, 1880. ---At Lincoln Center, May 20, 1880, Sarah A., wife of Wm H. HENDERSON, aged 30 years, 9 months. She was the daughter of Martin M. and Sarah A. DAVIS, born in Indiana, August 4, 1849. She married William H. HENDERSON in Moultrie County, Illinois, July 16, 1866. She leaves a husband and six children. (This is a summary of the original obit.) submitted by Bill and Diana Sowers (Note... We are not related to this person. We found this obit while looking through the paper.) HENDERSON --- [Infant] HENDERSON Lincoln County Beacon --- Thursday, June 24, 1880 ---Died, on Saturday night June 12th the infant son of William H. and Sarah HENDERSON aged 7 weeks. On Sabbath eve, the little one was laid beside its mother. Of both may be said "Of such is the Kingdom of heaven." submitted by Bill Sowers (Note... We are not related to this person. We found this death notice while looking through the paper.) HENDRICKSEN - William August Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, Jan. 18, 1940 --- William August Hendrickson was born in Chicago, Illinois, April 12, 1877 and passed away at the St. Agnes hospital, Fresno, California, December 16, 1939, having reached the age of 62 years, 8 months and 4 days. He came to Denmark, Kansas, when a very small child. He was married on November 26, 1898, to Minnie C. THOMPSEN in Lincoln, Kansas. To this union were born three children, Mrs. David KNUDSEN of Denmark, Kansas, and Florence and Wilma HENDRICKSEN of Fresno, California. In 1907 the family moved to Blackfood, Idaho, where Mr. Hendricksen engaged in farming until 1920 when they moved to California. In 1923 Mr. Hendricksen went to work for the Sun-Maid Raisin Growers Association Plant No. 4, a position he held at the time of his death. He is survived by his wife ... and three daughters ...; a sister, Mrs. Greg LYSTER, Denmark, Kansas, and three grandchildren, Ronald, Eugene and Marily Joyce KNUDSEN, Denmark, Kansas. Funeral services were held Tuesday afternoon, December 19, 1939, in Fresno. ... Interment was made in Belmont Memorial Park, Fresno. Submitted by Tracee Hamilton (Note: no relation). HERMAN --- Mrs. Carrie HERMAN Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, Feb. 18, 1954 ---Mrs. Carrie Herman, youngest daughter of Robert E. and Eliza A. Montgomery, was born in Lincoln county, Kansas, Jan. 27, 1878, and died at her home in Abilene the morning of Jan. 31, 1954, at the age of 76 years and three days. She spent her early life on a farm near Lincoln. At an early age she joined the Methodist church in Lincoln and was a faithful worker through the years. On Aug. 6, 1900, she was united in marriage to Richard F. Herman at the family home and they went immediately to Waldo to live. A daughter, Loleta, was born to them on Dec. 1, 1904. In 1906 they returned to Lincoln and lived here until 1917. They went to Abilene where Mr. Herman became associated with the United Telephone Co. and this has continued to be their family home through the years. She is survived by her husband Richard (illegible) Mrs. Loleta Van Deventer and many nieces, nephews and friends. Funeral services were Feb. 3 at the Abilene First Methodist church. Burial was in the Abilene cemetery. HERMAN --- William Garfield HERMAN Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, Feb. 18, 1954 ---William Garfield Herman, son of Robert and Eliza Herman, was born in Lincoln county, Kansas, on March 3, 1877. He passed away Feb. 1, 1954 in his home at the age of 76 years, 11 months and 29 days. He was united in marriage to Iva Bertha Coil on June 1, 1899. To this union were born seven children, two died in infancy. Those left to mourn his death include his wife, Iva B. of the home; the children, Hobart R. and Robert U. of Lincoln; Myrtle Chenney [sic] of Sylvan Grove, Mildred Webb of Salina and Herbert Paul Herman of San Diego, California. He also leaves three brothers and two sisters, Edward Herman of Omaha, Nebraska; Rev. Charley Herman of Barnard, Kansas; Fred Herman of Waldo, Kansas, Mrs. Mae Lessor of Wakeeney, Kansas, and Mrs. Mildred Gleason of Bellaire, Kansas. Also sixteen grandchildren and eight great grandchildren and other relatives and many friends. Will was a man who was always willing to help anyone in need. He spent most of his life on a farm in the Prairie Grove neighborhood. He loved the farm and was a great hand with machinery. Until he left the farm there were no graves dug in the Prairie Grove cemetery which he did not help dig. HILL --- Nannie Lincoln Republican, Feb. 24, 1887 ---February 17, 1887, Nannie Vandella, daughter of Stephen and [??] HILL, in the 13th year of her age. While the parents have lost a loving and obedient child her school has lost a bright scholar. Her gentle loving disposition won her many friends, who sympathise with the parents in their bereavement. HINCKLEY --- Ann Jeanette (FOSTER) The Barnard Bee, December 15, 1927 "Grandma HINCKLEY Passed Away" Lincoln County and the state of Kansas lost one of its oldest pioneers in the death of Mrs. Ann HINCKLEY, which occured Monday morning at her home south of Barnard, Death came instantly and the deceased passed on without an instant of suffering. Ann Jeanette FOSTER was born September 10, 1831, at Lyme Jefferson County, New York and moved to Ohio with her parents when 18 months old, settling in the woods about 40 miles south of Cleveland, Ohio. Cleveland then was a village of a few hundred inhabitants. She was married to Richard C. HINCKLEY on January 8, 1852 in Lafayette, Medina County, Ohio. To this union six children were born, two in Medina county, both of whom died in infancy. Later the family moved to Lorain County, Ohio, where four younger children, Harry L., Albro J., Nora and Lydia {TAYLOR} were born. In 1880 after the death of her parents, who lived to the ripe age of 88 and 91 years, and who had made their home with her since her marriage, she moved to Lincoln county, Kansas, where she has lived for over 47 years. She leaves 4 children, 10 grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren, and 4 great-great grandchildren. Funeral services were held Wednesday afternoon at the Spring Creek schoolhouse with Rev. G. Perrill in charge of the services. Burial was made in the Spring Creek Cemetery. Note: This is not the whole obit. I had to delete some of it. Submitted by: Robyn Osborn 153 Nth Broadway, Coos Bay, Oregon 97420 robyn2@harborside.com HINCKLEY -- Richard C. Lincoln Republican, March 23, 1886 ---Died, at his late residence very suddenly of apoplexy on March 19, Mr. R.C. HINCKLEY, aged 55 years 5 months and 7 days. The funeral services were held at Logan Center schoolhouse where a large crowd gathered to pay the last tribute of respect to the departed. The deceased was born in Vermont, August 12, 1830 from whence he emigrated to Westfield, Medina County, Ohio when a small boy where he continued to reside until his marriage with Miss A.J. FOSTER, who still survives him, when they removed to North Eaton, Loraine County, Ohio. In 1862 he enlisted as teamster in the 103 Ohio volunteers and served three years, or until his regiment was mustered out. Mr. HINCKLEY and family came to Kansas, February, 1880, locating on Spring Creek. The suddeness of his death has overwhelmed the wife, family, and friends with sorrow and excites the sympathy of the whole community. He was a kind husband, a loving and affectionate father, He made a profession of religion in his early years, united with the Disciple church, of which he was elder at the time of his death. He labored in Sunday School as teacher and as superintendent, always willing and ready to do all he could in the up-building of God's kingdom. His desire was that those around him should have the same faith, and enjoy the same that he enjoyed. He was esteemed by all his neighbors and beloved by all who knew him. Amiable, he won all, intelligent, he charmed all, fervent, he loved all, and dead, he saddened all. Submitted by Robyn Osborn 153 Nth Broadway, Coos Bay, Oregon 97420 robyn2@harborside.com HINDS --- Jacob A. HINDS Lincoln County Beacon, May 28, 1885 ---Thursday, May 28, 1885, at 11:30 a.m., in Lincoln Center, Kansas, Jacob A. Hinds, aged 22 years, late of Leon, Iowa. Mr. Hinds came from Iowa about four weeks ago, to visit with his brother, Judge S.O. Hinds, of this place, and other friends and relatives. He was in poor health and much of the time downcast in spirit, and in conversation lately his mind reverted to poison, and he once this week made inquiries of the clerk in his brother-in-law's (F.M. Kinney) drug store as to the effect of various poisons upon the system� Shortly before 11 o'clock today he was in Bertelson's shop and got shaved, and immediately went across the street to Mr. Kinney's drug store. When last seen alive he was in the back door of the drug store on his way out, and had a revolver, No. 44 calibre, belong to Mr. Kinney, in his hip pocket. After the lapse of about half an hour, Mr. Kinney and his clerk, Jules Luther, were startled by the report of a pistol in a small store room adjoining the drug store in the rear. They ran into the room and found Mr. Hind lying on his back � his hand, grasping the smoking pistol, lay across his breast. No cause assigned except despondency caused by ill health. Coroner's inquest this afternoon. HINDS --- Mrs. HINDS Lincoln County Beacon --- Thursday, October 8, 1880 ---S.O. HINDS on Friday last received the sad intelligence of the death of his mother in Decatur County, Iowa the preceeding Tuesday. He has also learned that his father is very ill. submitted by Bill and Diana Sowers (Note... We are not related to this person. We found this obit while looking through the paper.) HOBBS --- Augusta Ann Hale HOBBS Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, 6 July 1950 ---Augusta Ann, eldest of twelve children was born to William and Elizabeth Hale in Harrison County, Missouri, on February 1, 1859 and her Spirit returned to Him who gave it on Sunday night, June 25, 1950. On December 19, 1878 she was united in marriage to Francis Marion Hobbs and in the spring of 1879 they moved to Kansas where they took a homestead in the Prairie Grove community--five miles east of Ash Grove, Kansas. Together they endured the hardships of the pioneers. Their home and hearth were blessed with six children, three sons and three daughters: Mrs. Clara Ann Spear, William Edmund, Mrs. Ida Spear, Leonard Francis, Charlie Irvin, and Mrs. Nancy Elizabeth Jensen. Her husband and son Leonard preceded her in death as did her parents, three brothers and three sisters. After the passing of her husband, she moved from their homestead to establish her home in Lincoln where she resided until her health prevented her living alone; after which she made her home with her daughter Clara - Mrs. B. B. Spear - for most of the time until her death. She was wonderfully saved and later sanctified, and joined the Pilgrim Holiness church during the ministry of the Rev. M. M. Conrad. � Her life hath been long and eventful, and God saw that her work was completed, her mission fulfilled, so He called her Home at the age of 91 years, four months and 24 days. She had 22 grandchildren, 46 great grandchildren and two great great grandchildren. HOBBS --- Francis Marion HOBBS Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, 10 December 1914 ---The many friends and acquaintances were shocked at the sudden and unexpected death of Mr. Frank Hobbs which occurred at his home, Tuesday, Nov. 24, 1914. Mr. Hobbs had been sick only a few days and was not consider-ed in a serious condition, the ailment being something of the nature of neuralgia, but it worked it's way toward the heart and finally affecting the vital organs, causing instant death. Francis Marion Hobbs was born near Sigourney, Keokuk Co., Iowa, July 30, 1856. When a small boy his mother moved to Eagleville, Harrison Co., Mo. where he resided until the year 1879 at which time he came to Kansas and settled on a farm 14 miles N.W. of Lincoln Center, Kansas, remaining there until his death. Mr. Hobbs was united in marriage to Miss Augus-ta A. Hale in the year of 1878, and to this union were born six children. Three boys and three girls all surviving and whose names are as follows. Clara A. Spear, Wm. E. Hobbs, Ida M. Spear, Leonard F. Hobbs, Charles I. Hobbs and Mary E. Jensen, all of who were living near their father. The immediate relatives who remain to mourn Mr. Hobbs loss are his mother, Mrs. Mary Hale of Bentonville, Ark., a half brother, Jim Hale, his wife and six children. Mr. Hobbs died at the age of 58 years, 3 mos., 24 days. Funeral services were held at the home of the deceased, and, was in charge of Rev. W. H. Zook of Salina, Ks. The remains were laid away in Prairie Grove Cemetery. HOCKADAY --- Clara Achterberg HOCKADAY Lincoln Sentinel, Oct. 21, 1915 ---Clara Emilie Henrietta Achterberg HOCKADAY, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Albert H. ACHTERBERG was born in Lincoln, May [??] 1886, and departed this life Wednesday, Oct. 13, 1915, at her home in Santana, Kan., at the age of 29 years, 4 months and 19 days. The funeral services were held at Santana. She was a graduate nurse of University Training School in 1913 class. She was united in marriage to Dr. James Hockaday, Jan. 6, 1914. She is survived by her husband, a one-year-old baby boy, her parents and brother Will of Santa Cruz, Calif.; one sister, Mrs. A.L. SHRINER of Siloam Springs, Ark., and two brothers, Ben and Albert and sister Miss Laura of Lincoln. HOCKENBERRY - Rebecca J. Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, Jan. 18, 1940 --- Mrs. Rebecca J. HOCKENBERRY, the widow of James K. HOCKENBERRY, passed away at her apartment in the Smith home on Polk street at 5:00 o'clock Wednesday evening of last week, in Maysville, Mo. Mrs. HOCKENBERRY was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Calvin WILKINS and was born Sept. 11, 1850, in St. Mary's, Ohio. She grew to young womanhood and was married there to James K. HOCKENBERRY. After their marriage they came to DeKalb county and established their home in the Woods community where they lived until the death of her husband in 1909. After his death she moved with her family to King City, and later to Maysville, where she has made her home for many years. She is survived by the following children: Mrs. William RIDDLE, Lincoln, Kansas; Mrs. Reuben GILBERT, King City; Mrs. T.A. RHUDY, Lincoln, Kansas; Mrs. Emma ALKIRE, Mrs. Stella GILBERT, Mrs. Maude ZUG, Mrs. Arlo PIKE, Maysville; Mrs. Geo. Shepherd, King City; James B. and Fred HOCKENBERRY of Pontiac, Michigan. She is further survived by one sister, Mrs. Martha KING of Limo, [sic] Ohio; 36 grandchildren, 39 great-grandchildren and 3 great-great-grandchildren. Burial was in the Winslow cemetery. Submitted by Tracee Hamilton (Note: no relation). HOFFMAN --- Charles Edward HOFFMAN Lincoln Sentinel, Oct. 21, 1915 ---Charles Edward HOFFMAN, son of Rev. and Mrs. R.A. HOFFMAN, was born at Glen Elder, Kan., Oct. 2, 1880, and departed this life at his home in Salina Oct. 13, 1915. While attending the public school at Lincoln he enlisted in the Spanish American war, in Co. C, 22nd Kansas. Afterward he attended the Leavenworth High School. Later Charley took business courses at the Kansas Wesleyan Business College in Salina. For several years he engaged in the real estate business at Johnson, Syracuse and Salina. He had been afflicted with heart disease and dropsy for several years, and at many different times had suffered much. His last days and weeks were especially full of suffering but through it all he uttered no word of complaint. The interment took place at the Lincoln cemetery. HOLL -- John [Johann] Georg HOLL Lincoln Sentinel Republican, March 14, 1946 ---John George HOLL, the third son of a family of eight sons and one daughter of Johann and Barbara Anna HOLL, was born August 11, 1850 in Oberpreuschwitz, Bayreuth, Bayern, Germany, and passed away at his home at Shady Bend. He was baptized in infancy and renewed his vows in confirmation in 1864 in the Evangelical Lutheran church at Bayreuth, Germany. He emigrated to America in march 1870, landing in New York April 9. He spent one year at Economy, Beaver county, Pennsylvania, and in the spring of 1871, the wanderlust took him west to Alton, Illinois, where he resided until 1873, when he brought his family to Kansas, settling on a homestead on Twelve Mile creek where he resided until death [note: the dates in this section are not correct. He moved to St. Louis in 1871, Alton in 1873 and Lincoln Co. in 1883]. On November 30, 1873, he was united in marriage to Theresa MUELLER at St. Louis, Missouri. This union was blessed with six children: George Louis, Christina Elizabeth, Jacob William, Leonhardt, John, Barbara Theresa and Harry Henry. His wife and two sons preceded him in death. His wife passed away April 6, 1931 and his sons, George L. and Leonhardt J., in early childhood. He leaves to mourn, besides his children, one son-in-law, Herman F. ACHTERBERG, one daughter-in-law, 17 grandchildren and 22 great grandchildren. The body was laid to rest in the Beverly cemetery, Monday, March 4, with the Rev. E. BICKEL officiating. He lived and died a Christian. Submitted by Scott Holl, great-grandson (scottholl@earthlink.net) HOLL -- Theresa HOLL Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, April 16, 1931 ---Theresa [Theresia] HOLL (nee MUELLER) was born August 3, 1854 in St. Louis, Missouri In1873 she entered into the holy estate of matrimony with John George HOLL, remaining his faithful wife until death, a period of 57 years. Into this wedlock were born six children, two preceeding their mother in death. Those that live to mourn her are: her husband, John George Holl, and children; Mrs. Herman [Christine] ACHTERBERG, Mr. Jacob Holl, Mr. Harry Holl, one daughter-in-law; Mrs. Harry [Martha WOLTING] Holl; one son-in-law, Mr. Herman ACHTERBERG; all of Lincoln, Kansas. Seventeen grandchildren, four great-grandchildren. Forty-eight years ago last March she and her husband moved to Lincoln county, livbing in this vicinity until death. She died after a short illness on April 6, reaching the age of 76 years, 8 months and 3 days. Funeral services were held Wednesday, April 8, in St. Peter�s Evangelical Lutheran church, and the remains laid to rest in the Beverly cemetery, Rev. C. A. LOBITZ, officiated. Submitted by Scott Holl, great-grandson (scottholl@earthlink.net) HOLMAN --- Delia (SOWERS) HOLMAN Lucas-Luray News --- August, 1997 --Memorial Services Scheduled-- A memorial service for Delia SOWERS HOLMAN will be held Sunday, August 31, 1997, 2:00 p.m. at the Lincoln Senior Center, Rev. Donald Ray officiating. Inurnment will be in the Lincoln Cemetery. Mrs. HOLMAN was born July 14, 1901, in Osborne County, Kansas. She died July 5, 1997, at San Diego, California. [She was the daughter of William Spangler SOWERS and Mary DEEDS.] She was a Lincoln resident for over 70 years moving to San Diego in January of 1993. Mrs. HOLMAN was a member of the Presbyterian Church and a 50-year member of Lincoln Chapter #48, Order of the Eastern Star. She was preceded in death by her husband, Charles, in 1967. Survivors include a son, Donald Keith HOLMAN, Napa, California; a daughter, Joyce DONLEY, San Diego, California; 7 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. (submitted by Bill and Diana SOWERS, sixsunflowers@yahoo.com). HORRY --- John Henry HORRY Lincoln Sentinel-Republican --- September 4, 1930 ---John Henry Horry was born April 8th, 1850 [sic-1852], in Lincolnshire, England.� He moved to Canada with his parents at the age of five years. They came to Kansas in the early 60's locating first at Lawrence then at Minneapolis. He was united in marriage to Hattie I. Cassell Sept. 29, 1880. To this union three children were born, one having died in infancy. He lived for a short time in Colorado, but spent the most of his life in Beverly, Kansas, where he held the position of postmaster for 28 years. He was a member of the I.O.O.F. Lodge of Lincoln, Kansas.� Was a member of the Methodist Episcopal church and helped to build the Beverly M. E. church where he was a faithful worker as long as his health would permit. � The last three years of his life were spent at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Bessie Tozier at Kansas City, Missouri, where he departed this life Aug. 28, 1930. He leaves to mourn his loss his wife, one son, Roy Horry of Kansas City, Missouri, one daughter, Mrs. Bessie Tozier of Kansas City, Missouri, two sisters Mrs. Mary H. Raymour of Junction City, Kansas and Mrs. Carrie Markley of Loveland, Colorado. Six grand children, two great grand children and a host of other relatives and friends. Submitted by John Matrow, gggnephew --- john.matrow@symbios.com HOWARD --- Roland Dean HOWARD Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, Thursday, September 3, 1936 ---Ronand Dean HOWARD was born in Lincoln, Kansas June 29, 1916. He passed away at the City Hospital, August 31 at the age of 20 year, 2 months and 2 days. Roland had lived his entire life in Lincoln. He leaves to mourn his loss his father, John HOWARD; six brothers, Elmer, Tom, Clifford, Wayne and Melvin; two sisters, Mrs, Clara CHARD and Mrs. Viva FRANCES, all residents of Lincoln. Also many other relatives and friends. His mother, two brothers and one sister preceded him in death. Funeral services were held at the First Christian Church Tuesday., August 1 [sic! Must have meant Sept. 1] with Rev. B. S. BARTON in charge. Burial was in the Lincoln Cemetery. submitted by Bill Sowers (Note... We are not related to this person). HOWELL -- Arthur HOWELL, Sr. Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, Thursday, August 7, 1969 --- Arthur HOWELL Sr., 56, Lincoln, died Tuesday at Asbury hospital [Salina, Kansas]. Born April 5, 1913 at Findlater, Saskatchewan, Canada, he was a longtime Lincoln resident and member of the Prairie Grove Church. Survivors are the widow, Lola Ann; 5 sons, Arthur Jr., and Franklin, both of Lincoln; Daryle, Wellington, Doyle, Grand Island, Nebr., Lyle, Rye, Colo., and step - son, Robert JONES, Topeka; 2 daughters, Mrs. Cheryl LEPISTO, Shawnee Mission, and Vaudene HOWELL, Lincoln; 5 sisters, Mrs Sylvia RATHBUN, Neosho, Missouri., Mrs. Mattie TITSWORTH, Beloit; Mrs. Rena DARBY, 2012 Highland, Salina; Mrs. Millie TROMBLE, Lincoln; Mrs. Kittie FEGLEY, Newton; 2 brothers, Tom, Disley, Saskatchewan, Canada, and Sam, Mistaim, Saskatchewan, Canada; and 13 grandchildren. The funeral will be at 2 PM Thursday at the Hall Memorial Chapel, Lincoln, the Rev. Webb Hobb officiating. Burial will be in the Prairie Grove Cemetery, northwest of Lincoln, Kansas. submitted by Robert "Buck" JONES, 5609 SW 23rd St., Topeka, Kansas,66614 rrjones@maci-mag.com HOYER --- Dr. Theodore ---Dr. Theodore Hoyer, 80, professor of historical theology at the St. Louis Seminary for 32 years, died of a stroke Oct. 24, 1963 at Lutheran Hospital in St. Louis MO. Born Aug 22, 1883 in Spring Valley KS, he graduated from Concordia Seminary in St. Louis MO in 1905 after preparatory training at St. Paul�s College, Concordia MO, and Concordia College, Fort Wayne IN. He held pastorates for seven years at Natoma KS, and 15 years at Emmaus Lutheran Church, Denver CO. He was vice-president of the Colorado District of the Lutheran Church -Missouri Synod from 1921-1927. Dr. Hoyer served for three years on the faculty of St. John�s College, Winfield KS. Dr. Hoyer joined the seminary staff in 1930, and during his tenure he taught some 3,500 students. He retired in 1962. Dr. Hoyer was known to hundreds throughout the church for lively doctrinal essays delivered at District and Synodical conventions and for numerous scholarly articles contributed to Concordia Theological Monthly. Dr. Hoyer was a member of the American Historical Association, American Church History Society, Lutheran Academy of Scholarship, American History for Reformation Research, Missouri Historical Society and Concordia Historical Society. He is survived by his wife, the former Pauline Aufdemberge, whom he married in 1907. Nine of their twelve children are still living. The surviving children include sons Rev. Robert, St. Louis; Prof. George, St. Louis; John, St. Louis; and Rev. Richard, Chicago; daughters Leonora Scheidt, Cincinnati; Dorothy Scharlemann, St. Louis; Louise Heinecke, Detroit; Ruth Meyer, Hawaii; and Marie Schroeder, Valparaiso IN. A daughter, Frieda and two sons, Walter and Gerhard, preceded him in death. Dr. Hoyer is also survived by 45 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Memorial services were conducted Oct 26 in Concordia Lutheran Church, Maplewood, Missouri. (This obituary is a composite of obituaries published in The Lutheran Witness on November 12, 1963, and in the Concordia Seminary newspaper. Theodore Hoyer�s father, J.H.F. Hoyer was pastor of St. John Lutheran Church in Lincoln, Kansas from 1901-1920. His wife, Pauline, was the daughter of William G. and Elisabeth Aufdemberge, long-time residents of Lincoln County. Theodore and Pauline were married at St. John Lutheran Church in Lincoln County. Submitted by Ellen Scheidt Eich.) HUNT --- Ray Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, March 21, 1940 ---Ray John HUNT, son of John and Dora HUNT, was born near Barnard in the Pinon community, January 4th, 1905, and departed this life March 12, 1940, at his home in Lincoln at the age of 35 years, one month and 27 days. Ray spent his entire life in Lincoln county with the exception of three years spent in Scott county. He attended Sunday school and church at Pinon. On April [??], 1926, he was married to Lulu Marie Francisco. This union was blessed with three children, Larry Duane, aged six; Johnny Ray, aged two; and Judy Ann, six months. Besides his bereaved wife and children, he is survived by his mother, Mrs. Dora Hunt of Lincoln; two brothers, Arthur W. of Modoc, Kansas, and [???]; three sisters, Mrs. Goldia BENDURE of Ashland, Ohio; Mrs. Ruth LARSEN and Mrs. Alma HINCKLE of Lincoln; a grandfather, Mr. Will HICKS of Beloit, Kan., and a host of other relatives and friends. Funeral services were held Sunday from the Congregational Christian church, Rev. B.S. BARTON in charge. Burial in the Lincoln cemetery. HUNTER --- Mrs. Ellen (Nancy Ellen BOYLE HUNTER) Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, 27 July 1939 Nancy Ellen BOYLE, daughter of Thomas and Mary BOYLE [LOWERS] was born on a farm near Abilene, Dickinson County, Kansas on November 26, 1859 and departed this life, July 22, 1939 at the age of 79 years, seven months and 7 days. She was united in marriage to John R. HUNTER on December 29, 1878. To this union seven children were born, two dying in infancy. Her eldest daughter, Viola died July 11th, 1922. Also her husband preceeded her in death, having passed away July 30th, 1924. Mr. and Mrs. HUNTER lived on a farm north of Lincoln, Kansas for some years, moving into Lincoln in 1887. The family having lived at the same location in Lincoln up to the time of Mrs. HUNTER'S death. Mrs. HUNTER was a loyal and faithful member of the Christian church. She was truly a pioneer and did her part in making the town of Lincoln and the surrounding community. She leaves to mourn four children, Agnes RATHBUN, Salina, Robert HUNTER, Junction City, Adlai HUNTER, Hutchinson and Herbert HUNTER of Abilene, nine grandchildren, three great grandchildren, two sisters, Mrs. Lizzie [Elizabeth] GEYER, Scott City, Kansas and Minnie PATTERSON, Lincoln. Funeral services were held from the Christian church Monday evening. Service in charge of R.R. Hendrickson, assisted by Rev. B.S. BARTON and male quartet. Interment was made in the Lincoln cemetery. [Submitted by Lori Graff. NOTE: This is my great great aunt.] HUNTER --- J. E. Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, 13 June 1946 J.E. HUNTER, 83, Died Early Sunday At His Farm Home Former County Commissioner from Second District Passed Away After a Brief Illness J. E. HUNTER, one of Lincoln county's best-known citizens passed away unexpectedly early Sunday morning at his home north of Lincoln. Death followed a heart attack. A resident of Lincoln county since 1877, Mr. HUNTER was aged 83 years at the time of his death. All of his life he had been a farmer, coming here from Iowa as a young man to farm in this locality. In October 1884, Mr. HUNTER was united in marriage to Miss Hannah Jane BURKEPILE. Their marriage to 60 years was broken by Mrs. HUNTER's death August 15, 1945. They were the parents of 15 children, only one of whom, Arthur, preceded his parents in death. Mr. HUNTER will long be remembered as one of the county's most influential citizens. Always interested in the welfare of his neighbors and friends, Mr. HUNTER unselfishly devoted much of his time to boosting good roads, improved farming methods and above all, better schools. For eight years, 1912 to 1920, Mr. HUNTER was a member of the Board of Lincoln County Commissioners, representing the second district. During his last term of office he served as chairman of the board. Funeral services are to be held at 2 o'clock Thursday afternoon from the Lincoln Presbyterian Church, conducted by the Rev. W. Clyde WOLFE of Wilson. At the grave side in Minneapolis cemetery, members of the Barnard Masonic Lodge will conduct their commitment ceremony. Mr. HUNTER's surviving children are: Mrs. Edith LITTLE, Ruth and Bertha HUNTER, Wayne HUNTER, all of the home; Will HUNTER, Mrs. Anna HART, Barnard; Mrs. Neva WILL, Vesper; Hardin and Harlan HUNTER of Lincoln; Roy HUNTER, Jewel; Mrs. Cora SMITH, Mrs. Elsie COLE, Beverly; Lawrence HUNTER, Alton; Mrs. Florence PARSONS, El Cerrito, Calif. Submitted by: Barbara (Hunter) Parker bparker@midusa.net, 515 Avenue E, Bushton, KS 67427-8827 HUNTER --- Mrs. J. E. (Hannah Jane) Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, 23 August 1945 Hannah Jane HUNTER closed her eyes in eternal sleep and her soul took its flight at 11 o'clock Monday night, August 13, 1945, the end coming at Asbury Hospital in Salina, Kansas. To her were given 77 years, ten months and 25 days of earthly life. She was born September 18, 1867 at Mannsville, [Perry Co] Pennsylvania. In the spring of 1880 she came with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Jacob B. BURKEPILE to Mitchell County, Kansas. On October 24, 1884 she was united in marriage to James E. HUNTER, who survives her after nearly 61 years of wedded companionship. This union was blessed with 15 children. Arthur preceded her in death, leaving the following to survive the memory of a kind and loving mother: Edith, Ruth and Bertha of the home; Will and Anna [HART], Barnard; Neva [WILL], Vesper; Hardin, Harlan and Wayne, Lincoln; Roy, Jewel, Kansas; Cora [SMITH] and Elsie [COLE], Beverly; Lawrence, Alton, Kansas; and Florence [PARSONS], El Cerrito, Calif. The family tree has been extended to include 29 grandchildren and six great grandchildren. Mrs. Hunter is also survived by two sisters, Mrs. Sarah K. CASPAR, Ellensburg, Wash.; and Mrs. Ella MEARS, Enterprise, Kansas. At an early age she united with the Presbyterian church and adhered closely to its teachings. As wife, mother, friend and neighbor she performed her duties fully and goes to a rich reward, leaving with all who knew her, happiness that she lived, and much sorrow at her parting. The funeral services were conducted in the home and at the First Presbyterian Church, Lincoln, Kansas, Thursday afternoon, August 16, by her last pastor at the Harmony Presbyterian Church, the Rev. W. Clyde WOLFE of Sylvan Grove. She was laid to rest in the family lot in the Minneapolis, Kansas cemetery. Submitted by: Barbara (Hunter) Parker, bparker@midusa.net, 515 Avenue E, Bushton, KS 67427-8827 HUNTER --- Wayne Allen Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, 14 July 1988 Former Lincoln County resident Wayne Allen [Allan] HUNTER died July 8 at his home in Amarillo, Texas [in Potter County]. Mr. HUNTER had lived in Amarillo since the fall of 1983, moving there from Olathe, Kansas. A Lincoln County farmer, he went to work at the Lincoln County ASCS office in 1961, later moving to Great Bend where he was office manager for that organization. He moved to Olathe in 1972, retiring as ASCS office manager there in April 1983. He married the former Ruth HARPER at Beloit, Kansas, September 4, 1938. He is survived by his wife Ruth of the home at 3703 Linda, Amarillo; three daughters, Barbara PARKER of Iuka, Kansas; Marilyn FOARD of Amarillo; and Ruth Ellen BARTLES [BARTELS] of Lawrence; four sisters, Bertha TALHELM of Denver, CO.; Elsie COLE of Beverly; Ruth HUNTER of Wichita; and Florence PARSONS of Portland, Oregon; and five grandchildren. The funeral service was at 4 P.M. Monday at Griggs Pioneer Chapel, Amarillo, with Dr. Walter CLYDE officiating. Burial was in Llano Cemetery, Amarillo. Submitted by: Barbara (Hunter) Parker bparker@midusa.net, 515 Avenue E, Bushton, KS 67427-8827 HUNTER --- Winona Winnie Hunter Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, Oct. 30, 1947 ---Winona Winnie Hunter, daughter of Solomon and Mary Altman, was born Nov. 11, 1890, in Lincoln county, Kansas. She passed away Oct. 19, 1947, at the age of 56 years 11 months and eight days. She had been at the Ellsworth hospital for two months, then was brought to the home of her mother in Lincoln where she remained until the time of her death. Baptized in the Presbyterian church at an early age, she remained a faithful member throughout her life. She taught five successful terms in the rural schools of Lincoln county. On March 15, 1916, she was united in marriage to Hardin H. Hunter, spending her married life on their farm in the Harmony community. Surviving are her husband, Hardin H. Hunter, Lincoln; her mother, Mrs. Mary Altman, Lincoln; one brother, Arthur Altman, Minneapolis, Kan.; five sisters, Mrs. Perneca Roberts, Mrs. Lulu Lessor, Mrs. Neola Lessor, all of Lincoln; Mrs. Ina May Lyons, Marshall, Okla.; Mrs. Edith Channer, Hutchinson, Kansas; and a host of relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by three brothers and her father. The funeral was held Thursday afternoon, Oct. 23, from the Lincoln Presbyterian church, and interment was made in the Minneapolis cemetery. HUTCHISON --- Ethel HUTCHISON Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, 30 October 1986 ---Ethel [WALTERS] HUTCHISON died Oct. 23, 1986 at the Lincoln Co. Hospital. Born April 26, 1894 to Ezekiel Crandall and Ionia (WALLS) WALTERS at Lincoln. On March 8, 1919 she married John Luther HUTCHISON in Lincoln. Shortly after their marriage they moved to the Natoma area, and in 1927, to Paradise. Survivors: Children--Ionia Jean BUESCHER, Burlington, Iowa; Jack Leroy HUTCHISON and wife Ruth Jean, Paradise; two sisters--Emma LEWICK, Lincoln and Irene SPARKS, Berely; a brother, Henry, Salina. [another brother, Nolan, died in 1971]; five grandchildren--Sheila WALDORF, Burlington, Iowa; Judith TOMEI and husband, Michael, Lawrence; Dalls HUTCHISON, Hays; Jill KERR and husband Richard, Paradise; John HUTCHISON and wife Tamara, Russell; five great-grandchildren. Interment in Lincoln Cemetery. INGHAM --- George INGHAM Lincoln Sentinel --- Aug 25, 1910 "AN OLD SETTLER DEAD" ---George INGHAM died at his home in Salina last Friday after a long illness. The body was taken to Beverly Saturday evening and the funeral was held on Sunday from the M.E. Church, conducted by Rev. J.H. KUHN, and the internment was in the Beverely cemetery. Mr. INGHAM was one of the first settlers of Lincoln County. He came here in the early days and settled on a homestead near Beverly. Later he moved to Beverly and was engaged in the hardware business. A few years ago he moved to Salina and made that place his home since. Mr. INGHAM will be greatly missed by the community. Contributed by Bill and Diana Sowers. No relation to us. INGHAM --- Margaret L. (POWELL) INGHAM Beverly Tribune, March 23, 1911 Margaret L. POWELL was born in Franklin County, Indiana, July 16, 1857, where she lived until February 1877. She then came to Lincoln County, Kansas as has lived here since. She married Charles A. INGHAM, April 25, 1880. To this union was born five children, Arthur K., Mrs. Flora STREET, Mrs. Cora SCHROEDER, Lizzie and Fanny. Mrs. INGHAM had many friends; she was a home-loving woman and her first duty was always there. Her family was upper most in her thoughts and actions and wherever any of her children were her mind was there with a watchful and careful eye. She leaves a vacant chair that can never be filled. Funeral services were conducted by Rev. J.H. Kuhn at the M. E. Church, and her remains were laid to rest in the Beverly Cemetery. Cause of death was a complication of diseases in which measles predominated together with a weak heart. The relations have the sympathy of the entire community in their sad bereavement. JACKSON --- Walter JACKSON Lincoln Republican --- Thursday, November 29, 1917 ---Walter JACKSON was born in Cloud County, Kansas, near Simpson, March 15, 1892. When he was four years old the family moved to near Barnard in this county where he grew to manhood. He was married to Miss Alice MURPHY May 23, 1917; died at St. Johns Hospital, Salina, Kansas, November 23, 1917. The funeral was held at the M. E. Church in Barnard Friday, Nov. 23, Rev Griffith of the the Baptist Church preaching the funeral sermon. Interment was in Old Milo Cemetery. He leaves to mourn his loss the wife, father, mother, six brothers and three sisters. Walter was very popular among the young set in his community, and two years ago he, with his brother Bronce, made the Barnard High School football team well nigh invincible. Both of the boys were musically inclined and wer much in demand at social and musical events and were always ready to do their bit in the community life. It is hard to realize that Walter has passed away, taken as it were from strong young manhood into eternity almost without warning. Would that we could find words of comfort for the sorrowing girl-widow, so recently a happy bride, and to the loving parents and brothers and sisters. Added note: This obituary appears in the paper with two other obituaries for Mrs. Fred CROWL and Mrs. Will WILD (which can both be found on this webpage!). Next to the obituaries is the following short notice: "Grief Multiplied" --- Alee JACKSON and family of Barnard, certainly had an overflowing measure of sorrow last week. Alee's son Walter was buried last Friday afternoon and that night Mrs. Will WILD, west of Barnard, a sister of Mr. JACKSON, died and the same night Mrs. Fred CROWL, south of Barnard, a niece of Mr. JACKSON, died. Surely their cup of sorrow is running over. submitted by Bill and Diana Sowers. No relation to us. JELLISON --- David JELLISON Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, March 3, 1932 ---David JELLISON was born at South Bend, Ind., July 27, 1852. Passed away at his home in Lincoln county Feb. 24, 1932, age 80 years, 7 months, 28 days. In 1880 he was united in marriage to Miss Almenia SHEPHERD. To this union seven children were born. Mr. and Mrs. JELLISON moved to Lincoln county in 1902, residing here until death. He was a member of the Dunkard church. He was a kind and loving husband, father, and neighbor. He has been afflicted with cancer for about 21 years, and has been a constant sufferer, but bore it patiently. He leaves to mourn his loss his wife and seven children, Mrs. Dick KRINEN of Maple Plaines, Minn.; Sam of Lincoln; Henry and Dave of Moline, Kan.; Nettie of St. Paul, Minn.; Alonzo and William of Vesper. [Buried Lincoln cemetery] JENKINS --- Paul F. JENKINS The Denver Rocky Mountain News, Monday, December 28, 1998, Page 18B ---Paul F. JENKINS, 82, of Lakewood, CO, died December 22, 1998. Services were December 24, with burial at Crown Hill Cemetery. Mr. JENKINS was born in Lincoln County, Kan., on March 8, 1916. He married Lucille LEHN TERRY, 1975. He was a shoe and boot repairman. Survivors include his wife; sons Jon of Howard, CO; Joe of Nevada; Jan of Arizona; daughter Cheryl of Kansas; sister, Doris PROTHE of Kansas; 10 grandchildren; numerous great-grandchildren. This obituary was submitted by Marta Norton --- (email: mnorton@oneimage.com) JOHNSON --- Robert JOHNSON Lincoln County Beacon Thursday, January 20, 1881. ---(From Salt Creek are local news) Died, on January 13, in Scott Township, Robert JOHNSON, of lung fever. JOSLIN --- Marie LEWICK JOSLIN Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, Thursday, 18 October 1956 --- Marie Lewick JOSLIN died suddenly of a heart attack in her home Oct. 9 in Buffalo, N.Y. Marie Lewick was born in the Pleasant Valley community, May 14, 1902, was the youngest child of the late John and Emma LEWICK. She moved to Lincoln with her parents in 1904 when she was a small child. She attended Lincoln grade school and was graduated from Lincoln high school in 1920. In 1921 she was united in marriage in Salina, Kansas, to Howard R. JOSLIN, and to this union one daughter, Joan, was born. She lived in Salina a short time, but due to her husband having employment with the Veterans Administration, he was transferred to St. Louis, Batavia, New York and finally to Buffalo where they resided at the time of her death. She leaves to mourn her passing besides her husband, one daughter, Mrs. Frederick STUTZ, Baghdad, Iraq; two brothers, Alvin and W.A. LEWICK, Lincoln; one sister, Mrs. L.A. COOPER, Hollister, Calif.; four half sisters, Mrs. Letitia BOHLING, Mrs. Sadie O'TOOLE, Mrs. Lena KILCOYNE, all of Lincoln; Mrs Elsie HEDRICK, Geneseo; two half brothers, John and Grant LEWICK, and many others relatives and friends. Funeral services were held at 9:30 a.m. in St. Mark's church in Buffalo, and interment was in Olivet cemetery, Buffalo, N.Y. KARLOWSKI --- Louise KARLOWSKI Sylvan Grove News, March 19, 1914 ---Mrs. M.A. KARLOWSKI died at her home last Thursday morning, after an illness of a few days. The funeral was held Tuesday this week in the German Lutheran Church, and the services were conducted by her pastor, Rev. Mehl; the burial taking place in the Lutheran cemetery. Louise Sablotni, was born Dec. 6, 1855 at Schildeck, Germany, was married to Martin August Karlowski July 14, 1874 in Kraplau, Germany. Together they came to America in 1881, and located in Decatur, Ill. In 1887 they moved to Palmer, Kansas, and in 1893 moved from there, to Sylvan Grove where she has resided until her death. Eight children were born to this union, one, the eldest, died at the age of twenty days. On April 18, 1897, her husband died from injuries received in an accident, leaving her with 7 children the youngest being but three years of age. Mrs. Karlowski was a very industrious and hard working woman, a kind and indulgent mother and a faithful Christian, and as the end drew near she remained conscious to the last. All the children were present, but Mrs. F. J. Wallace of Washington, who was unable to get here on account of sickness in her own family. [Submitted by Sheryl Brown, Dusty_Rose_1998@yahoo.com] KEELER --- Frank Harris KEELER Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, June 18, 1964 ---Frank Harris KEELER, the son of James Edward and Mary Jane KEELER, was born at Barnard, Ks., Oct. 31, 1889, and departed this life at the Lincoln County Hospital June 5, 1964, at the age of 74 years, seven months, and five days, after several years of ill health. He spent his entire life in the Barnard community, except for three years homesteading in Colorado. He was united in marriage to Maebelle RATHBUN on Aug. 19, 1914. To this union were born five children, two sons and three daughters. Gilbert and Maxine preceded him in death. Survivors include his wife, Maebelle, of the home; three children, Keith of Barnard, Melba LONBERGER of Lincoln, and Madge CRAMB of Wichita; seven grandchildren, Judy and Janet KEELER; DeAnnette, Brenda, LaDonna and RoxAnne LONBERGER; and Craig CRAMB. Also surviving are two sisters, Ella Mae HUNTER of Barnard, and Amanda NEED of Kansas City, Kansas; and a host of other relatives and friends. He was a devoted husband, a loving father, and loved by all who knew him. Services were held Sunday afternoon, June 7, at Hall Mortuary in Lincoln. The Rev. Warren RUBLE officiated. Burial was in the Milo Cemetery, Barnard. KEITH --- Mr. W. KEITH Saline Valley Register -- Wednesday, June 28, 1876 ---Mr. W. KEITH, formerly landlord of the railroad hotel at Salina, and lately of the Henry House, at Abilene, died suddenly of heart disease, at the latter place a few days since. He was highly esteemed. Contributed by Bill and Diana Sowers. No relation to us. KERR --- Amos KERR Lincoln Sentinel, Jan. 16, 1908 --- Amos KERR was born in Smicksburg, Penn., Feb. 4, 1831, and died in Lincoln at the home of his daughter Mrs. John LEWICK Jan. 13, 1908. Mr. KERR was among the early settlers of Lincoln, having moved her in 1885. He had been in failing health for some time and for nearly a year had been confined to the house. During the time he was cared for by his daughters Mrs. Elmer BIGGS of Kansas City, Kan., and Mrs. John LEWICK. His death was caused by kidney trouble and other complications. He was a kind of loving father and husband and a highly respected citizen. For a great many years he has been a consistent christian and a member of the Methodist church. Just previous to his death he assured his pastor that "All was well." He is survived by four children, Alfred KERR, of Ware, Iowa, Mrs. Elmer BIGGS of Kansas City, Kansas, James E. KERR and Mrs. John LEWICK. All of the children with the exception of Alfred were here at the time of his death. The funeral services were held at the home of John LEWICK, Wednesday afternoon at 2 o�clock conducted by Rev. S.A. CHAPPELL. submitted by Tracee Hamilton (Note: This is my great-great-grandfather. I can be contacted at tracee.hamilton2@verizon.net) KERR - Amos Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, Aug. 13, 1942 --- Funeral services were held this Wednesday afternoon from the Congregational Christian church for Amos Kerr, who died Sunday noon at the Veterans' hospital in Wichita where he had been a patient since May 28. Mr. Kerr, a painter and paper hanger by trade, had been living at LaCrosse, where he moved with his family a year ago. While engaged in painting, a scaffold broke with him, Mr. Kerr falling a considerable distance. He sustained a broken back, broken legs and other serious injuries from which he never recovered. More than a month after his accident, he was taken to the Veterans' hopsital at Wichita where he remained until his death. Cause of death was given as uremic poisoning and complications. He reached the age of 45 years, 10 months and 25 days. Amos Kerr was born in Lincoln and spent practically all of his life here. He is survived by his wife and two children, several brothers and sisters. Funeral services were conducted by the Rev. R.L. Hendrickson and interment was made in Lincoln cemetery. At the graveside, members of the American Legion conducted burial rites of the organization. Submitted by Tracee Hamilton (tracee.hamilton2@verizon.net). KERR --- Hannah Macomber Thew KERR Lincoln Sentinel, April 18, 1901 ---Hannah Macomber Kerr was born in Ausable County, New York, May 12, 1831, died in Lincoln, Kansas, April 12, 1901, aged 69 years and 11 months. She was married to Seth Thew and of this union there were five children, all of whom are living. After the death of her first husband she was united in marriage to Amos Kerr with whom she lived until her death, receiving from him, and from friends, every kindness needed. Mrs. Kerr was a woman of active temperament and Christian character. She was reared a Quaker, of which church she was a member until at her marriage she united with her husband in the Methodist church. The funeral was held in the Methodist church Sunday morning April 15, under the auspices of the order of the Eastern Star. The Woman's Relief Coprs to which Mrs. Kerr belonged attended in a body also. Interment was made in the Lincoln cemetery. [Submitted by Tracee Hamilton, tracee.hamilton2@verizon.net. Would like to hear from descendants of Hannah's marriage to Seth Thew.] KERR --- James KERR His obituary can be found under Louis Asbury LOVIN KILCOYNE --- Mary Mullin KILCOYNE Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, Feb. 25, 1932 ---Mary Mullin was born in Galway County, Ireland, and while her exact birth date is unknown, it is thought that she was born in the year 1844. When she was a young woman she came to America and located in the state of Pennsylvania in 1864 or 1865. She was married to Thomas KILCOYNE at Louisville, Ky., in 1872. Seven years later, in 1879, they came to Lincoln county, locating on a farm eight miles southwest of Lincoln. They lived and reared their six children on this farm until the death of Mr. Kilcoyne, Aug. 10, 1906. After the death of her husband, Mrs. Kilcoyne removed to Salina, making her home there with her daughter, Mrs. Mary MARKEY. The infirmaties of old age, gradually overcame her valiant spirit and she passed quietly away, Wednesday, Feb. 10, 1932, at the age of 88 years. She was a devoted member of St. John's Catholic church at Vesper. Interment was made in the Salina cemetery beside the grave of her husband. Surviving their mother are four children, Pat and Delia Kube having preceded her in death. Those left to mourn their loss are John Kilcoyne, living in Louisiana, Thomas Kilcoyne, Dallas, Mrs. Mary Markey, Salina, and Mike Kilcoyne, who lived on the home farm southwest of Lincoln. KING - Haddie Brockett Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, Sept. 9, 1993 --- Haddie L. KING, 81, Lincoln, died Friday, September 3, 1993, at the Lincoln County Hospital, Lincoln. Mrs. King was born Haddie L. BROCKETT on November 5, 1911, at Lincoln and was a lifelong resident. She was a bookkeeper at the Lincoln County Hospital and a member of St. Patrick Catholic Church, the Altar society, the Business Professional Women's Club, the Lincoln County Hospital Auxiliary, the Veterans of Foreign Wars Auxiliary and the American Red Cross Board, all of Lincoln. Her husband, Thomas, died in 1971. Survivors include a daughter, Sharron HAMILTON, Lincoln; a son, Thomas, St. Charles, Missouri; a brother, Robert W. BROCKETT, San Francisco; a sister, Lois MANBECK, Chapman; five grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. The funeral was at 10:00 a.m. Tuesday at St. Patrick Catholic Church, Lincoln, the Rev. Ralph ASCHENBRENNER officiating. Burial was in St. John Catholic Cemetery, south of Vesper. Submitted by Tracee Hamilton [note: this is my grandmother; tracee.hamilton2@verizon.net]. KING --- Mary Jane CORRIGAN KING Lincoln Sentinel, Thursday, 8 May 1924 --- KING, Mary CORRIGAN, was born in Beaver Falls, Pa. Sept. 22, 1871, and departed this life at her home in Lincoln, Kansas, on April 30, 1924, at the age of 52 years 5 months and eight days. She came to Lincoln County with her parents in 1879 while she was only a small girl and this has been her home until her death. She was united in marriage to Patrick KING, Nov. 15, 1897. She leaves to mourn her death her husband and four children, ... and also [sisters] Mrs. Ellen HANSEN of Colorado Springs and Mrs. Julia HORTER of Denver, Colorado and one brother, Bernard CORRIGAN, also of Denver. The funeral services were held from the St. Patrick's church of this city Saturday morning at 9:30 o'clock. submitted by Tracee Hamilton (Note: This is my great-grandmother. I can be contacted at tracee.hamilton2@verizon.net) KING --- Patrick KING Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, 20 January 1938 --- Pat King, for many years a resident of Lincoln county, passed away at his home in Lincoln Tuesday morning at 5 o'clock after a lingering illness. His health had failed gradually over a period of years but his death was rather unexpected since had had been almost as well as usual until 24 hours preceding his death. He was a fine gentleman, honest in his business dealings, kind to all he met. Surviving are his wife, of the home; four children, Mrs. Harry BRUMBAUGH of Tescott; Miss Mayme KING of Wichita; Tom KING of Salina; and Acie KING of Neodesha; several grandchildren and other relatives. Funeral services are to be held Thursday afternoon at 2 o'clock from the Hall funeral parlors and interment will be made in the Lincoln cemetery. submitted by Tracee Hamilton (Note: This is my great-grandfather. I can be contacted at tracee.hamilton2@verizon.net.) KING --- Peter KING Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, 11 January 1940 --- Peter KING, an old pioneer of Lincoln county, died Thursday, January 4, at St. John's hospital in Salina, where he had been a patient for the past three months, receiving treatment. At this time of his death his was aged nearly 81 years. Mr. King was a native of Ireland where he was born February 22, 1859, in Oughterard, County Galway, along the shore of Lock Garvin [actually Corrib] in Connemara. He came to America and then moved to Lincoln county 65 years ago. He was never married. Closest of surviving relatives are two sisters, Miss Sallie KING of Colorado Springs, Colo., and Mrs. Maggie SPEARS. There are also a number of nephews and nieces. He was a faithful member of the Catholic church. Funeral services were held Tuesday morning at 9:30 o'clock from St. Patrick's church in Lincoln with Father MULVIHILL in charge. Burial was made in St. John's cemetery at Vesper. Mr. KING will be remembered by many of the older settlers of this community, he lived here for some years and then went to Trego county where he lived on his land near Arnold. He had returned to Lincoln from time to time and when here made his home with the Fred RYAN family. Twelve weeks ago, while visiting in the Ryan home, he became ill and was taken to the hospital in Salina where he passed away. submitted by Tracee Hamilton (Note: This is my great-great-uncle. I can be contacted at tracee.hamilton2@verizon.net.) KIRCHNER, Emelie [Emilie] A. [Newspaper and Date of Publication Unknown] Mrs. Emelie [Emilie] A. KIRCHNER, mother of the late Albert F. GEYER of Scott City, Kansas, died at her home in Sierra Madre, Calif., April 22, 1939. She was 98 years of age. Funeral Services were held Wednesday, April 26, at 10:30 o'clock at the chapel of Holton and Son, Dr. Ewing S. HUDSON of the Second Presbyterian church conducting. Entombment was in Sunnyside mausoleum at Sierra Madre. Mrs. KIRCHNER, whose maiden name was Emelie Pfanter [Emilie PFAUTER or PFAUDER], was born in Schmollen, Altenburg, Germany. She was married to Albert F. [ Albreicht Friedrich] GEYER, Sr. in 1862 [Dec. 13, 1863], and emigrated to America, locating in Clirksville [Clarksville], MO., where Mr. GEYER died. Two children of this family grew to maturity. Mrs. Louise SIMMONS [SIMON], now in Germany, and Albert, Jr., who proceeded his mother in death in Scott City, KS in July, 1938. In 1872 [Aug. 8, 1872] Mrs. GEYER was married to Louis F. KIRCHNER, and later on account of health was forced to seek more open plains of the west, where they located at Pottersburg [Lincoln Co.], Kansas. Here where the antelope and buffalo were still prevalent at the time, they experienced all the hardships and dangers of the frontier life, and built their home which they both loved very much. After Mr. KIRCHNER died in 1916, Mrs. KIRCHNER and a son and daughter moved to Long Beach, Calif., in 1929, and to Sierra Madre in 1931, where she resided at her passing. She was a member of the Evangelical Lutheran church since early childhood. Surviving are the daughters, Mrs. Louise SIMMONS [SIMON], Altenburg, Germany, Mrs. R.N. [Clara] WILCOX, Sylvan Grove, Kansas, Bertha of Sierra Madre, Calif. and one son, Wm F. KIRCHNER, of Long Beach, Calif. [Submitted by Lori Graff. NOTE: This is my great great grandmother.] KIRCHNER --- Louis Fredrick KIRCHNER (Christian Karl Ludwig KIRCHNER) Newspaper and page Number Unknown ---Louis Fredrick KIRCHNER was born May 16, 1834, in Akersberg [Eckartsberga], Germany; departed this life Sunday morning at 2 o'clock, Dec. 10, 1916, at the age of 82 years, 6 months and 24 days. At 6 yrs. of age he removed with his parents to Naumberg, Germany, where at 14, he united with the Evangelical Lutheran Church, in whose schools he reared and educated. A few years before the Civil War he came to America [April 23, 1857], securing employment in Cleveland, Ohio. Later he purchased a farm in Effingham county, ILL. On account of fever existing at that time at that place the farm was abandoned in 1861, and the greater part of that year he spent in a St. Louis hospital. In 1862 he enlisted in the 2d Mo. heavy [light] artillery, serving until the close of the war: but the report of heavy guns and exposure had caused deafness, which in later years caused him to lead a quiet life. In 1872 he came to Lincoln county, purchasing the place which became his home during the remainder of his natural life. He was married to Mrs. Emiline [Emilie] GEYER in 1873 [ Aug. 8, 1872] who, with four children, A. F. [ Albert Fredric] GEYER, of Leoti, Kansas, Mrs R. U. [Clara] WILCOX and Bill and Bertha KIRCHNER, survive him. Funeral services were conducted at the house by Rev. ZOOK. Burial was made in the Cedron cemetery. Submitted by: Lori Graff, PO Box 171, Marienthal, KS 67863 - email: rastus@pld.com KREISER --- Henry KREISER Lincoln Sentinel --- July 8, 1886, Thursday ---Upon Monday last, about 2:30 p.m., the report was circulated that Henry KREISER of this place ... was lying dead in his house on Sixth Street...... [Note: This long article on the death of Henry KREISER can be read by borrowing the microfilm copy of this newspaper article from the Kansas State Historical Society] submitted by Bill and Diana Sowers (Note... We are not related to this person.) KYNE --- Bridget COLLIHAN KYNE Lincoln Sentinel, May 22, 1913 --- Mrs. KINE [sic] died at the home of her daughter Mrs. LINKER last Friday afternoon and the remains were laid to rest Sunday afternoon in the Catholic cemetery south of the city by the side of her husband who had preceded her to his reward about seven years ago. The services were held from the Catholic church Rev. Father FITZGERALD conducting the ceremony. The deceased was born in Mayo County, Ireland, in 1839 and came to this country in the early fifties, first locating in New York and later in Washington, D.C., where she was married to Timony KINE. They moved to Lincoln county in 1866 and made this their home until the end came to both of them and are now at rest in Lincoln county soil. submitted by Tracee Hamilton (Note: This is my great-great-great-aunt. I can be contacted at tracee.hamilton2@verizon.net.) KYNE --- Timothy KYNE Lincoln Sentinel, September 1906 (date of death Aug. 30) --- Timothy KYNE departed this life last Thursday evening, funeral services Saturday morning in the Catholic Church conducted by Father MCNAMARA and remains were consigned to the cemetery south of city. Mr. Kyne was one of the old settlers of Lincoln county and lived to a ripe old age and died very sudden. LAFFERTY --- Julia KYNE KING LAFFERTY Lincoln Sentinel, June 24, 1897 --- Mrs. Julia LAFFERTY, mother of Peter, Patrick, Tade and Mike KING, died Tuesday noon, at the advanced age of 74 years. Mrs. LAFFERTY was also a sister of Mrs. Timothy KINE [sic] of this city. Mrs. Julia FLAHERTY, of Kansas City, a daughter, is at the bereaved home. Mrs. Bridget SHEEHAN of St. Louis, is a daughter and two other daughters, Sallie and Maggie, also live in St. Louis. Mary, another daughter, is married and lives in Iowa. Mrs. LAFFERTY or KING, as she was more generally known, was an exceptionally good woman, highly esteemed by all who knew her. The funeral took place yesterday at 11 o'clock; the remains being interred in the Catholic cemetery at Vesper. Mrs. LAFFERTY was a devout Christian woman and consistent member of the Catholic church. submitted by Tracee Hamilton (Note: This is my great-great-grandmother. I can be contacted at tracee.hamilton2@verizon.net.) LANG --- John P. LANG Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, October 13, 1955, Page 1 "Pioneer Sylvan merchant dies" ---John P. LANG, 81, Sylvan Grove merchant for nearly 60 years, died at the Asbury Hospital in Salina last Tuesday morning. Mr. LANG was well known to many people in the western part of the county whom he had served so many years. In Sylvan Grove he had operated a grocery, dry goods and ready to wear stores. The funeral service was held last Thursday morning from the Presbyterian Church in Sylvan Grove and burial was made in the Sylvan Grove Cemetery. [J.P. LANG was married to Mary Myrtle BUZICK, December 1896. They had one son, Donald LANG b. Sept 1898.] submitted by Luci J. Baker of Seattle, WA ljbaker@whyweb.com LAWRENCE --- Elias LAWRENCE Lincoln County Beacon Thursday, May 6, 1880. ---(From Monroe area local news) At his residence here Mr. Elias LAWRENCE died of consumption after a long illness, at 2:00 o'clock p.m., Thursday, April 22, 1880, at the age of 26 years. The deceased was born in the state of Indiana, Dec 25, 1853. Two or three years later he removed with his parents to southern Iowa. He was united in marriage Oct. 14, 1875, to Miss S. Melissa NIXON. They came to Lincoln County in 1876. He had been troubled with lung diseases before he came and the climate here was of no help to him. (This is a summary of the original obit.) submitted by Bill and Diana Sowers (Note... We are not related to this person. We found this death notice while looking through the paper.) LAWSON --- Robert LAWSON Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, March 7, 1929 ---Robert Lawson, pioneer resident of the west end of the county, died at Kansas City the first of the week. His remains were brought to Sylvan where the funeral was held Tuesday and the burial was in the Sylvan cemetery. LEAF --- William Henry LEAF, Sr. Lincoln Sentinel Republican --- March 25, 1926 ---William Henry LEAF Sr. passed away on Tuesday, March 2nd, 1926 at his home, 1822 W. 50th St. Los Angeles, California. The funeral services were held at 10 A.M. Friday, March 5th, interment being made in Forest Lawn Memorial Park. Mr. LEAF was born at Xenia, Ohio, December 20, 1844. He served during the Civil War under General SHERIDAN of the Army of the Potomac in the 12th and 23rd Ohio Volunteer Infantry, participating in several important battles including Bull Run and Antietam. He was a member of the "Blaziers Scouts" and served to the end of the war as an Orderly Sergeant under Colonel William McKINLEY. At the close of the war Mr. LEAF came west and in Dickinson Conty Kansas met and married Miss Martha A. STEWART (who survives him) on the 13th of December 1870. They then went to Lincoln County Kansas where he homesteaded what is now a portion of the "Leaf" ranch at Pottersburg. Here they pioneered and raised their family until the spring of 1905 when they moved to Salina, Kansas. On the fourth of March 1912, they moved to Los Angeles, California. Besides his wife, he leaves two daughters and two sons-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. W. A. SKILES and Mr. and Mrs. P N. MORGAN and Marshall LEAF MORGAN, only grand child, all of Los Angeles. James L. LEAF and Mrs. Lulu POWER (son and daughter) preceded him in death as did Lieutenant W. H. LEAF of the World War in 1918. He was in life like a sturdy oak and we shall always miss him. Submitted by Donna J. Sielert - email: sielertd@esuvm.emporia.edu LEMMONS --- Clifford Monroe LEMMONS Lincoln Republican Thursday January 16, 1919. ---Clifford Monroe LEMMONS was born near Yorktown, Kansas, December 10, 1901. He resided there until he was three years old, then moved with his parents 2 1/2 miles east of Lincoln, residing there until the time of his death, wich occured January 11th. He leaves to mourn his death a mother, father, one brother, his grandparents, many relatives and a host of friends. submitted by Bill and Diana Sowers (Note... We are not related to this person) LEWICK --� Alvin B. LEWICK Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, May 12, 1988 --- Alvin B. LEWICK, son of John and Emma Kerr LEWICK, was born Sept. 20, 1896, in the Pleasant Valley neighborhood and passed away Friday, May 6, 1988, in the Mid American Nursing Center at the age of 91 years, 7 months and 16 days. Alvin, or A.B. as he was known to many, attended the Pleasant Valley school and Lincoln High School. As a teenager he worked in the Harry Hall Drug Store. On Aug. 3, 1916, Alvin and Emma WALTERS were united in marriage. They farmed throughout their working lives, and while they were never considered "big" farmers, Alvin provided for his wife and six children through determined effort and working long hours. When he wasn't tending the fields, Alvin worked as a mechanic, first for Joe Lyons, then a number of years at the Rhudy Garage and finally at Quartzite for a while. In later years Alvin worked as a Farm Bureau insurance agent in addition to farming. As a role model for his children, the two qualities that were always clear were his ability to work hard and his honesty in dealing with others. Active in civic affairs, Alvin belonged to the Lions Club, the Lincoln Lodge 154 AF and AM, and the Chamber of Commerce. He served on the Lincoln County draft board during World War II and in later years he served one term as a County Commissioner. Alvin was a charter member of the hospital Board of Directors during the construction of the Lincoln County Hospital. He was a member of the Lincoln United Methodist Church. In 1981, Alvin and Emma sold their country home east of Lincoln and moved to town. In February 1986 he suffered a stroke making a move to Mid America necessary. Alvin and Emma celebrated their 71st anniversary last August. Besides his 15 grandchildren and 21 great-grandchildren, Alvin is survived by his wife Emma, of the home, Clayton and Viriginia, Alvin and Donna Jeane, Robert and Leahmae and Betty and Jim CRAWFORD, all of Lincoln. He was preceded in death by two sons, Hugh and Billy. submitted by Tracee Hamilton (Note: This is my grandfather. I can be contacted at tracee.hamilton2@verizon.net.) LEWICK --- Emma KERR LEWICK Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, 29 August 1940 --- Emma KERR was born in Assumption, Ill., April 14, 1866, and passed away at the home of her daughter in Hollister, Calif., Aug. 23 at the age of 74 years, 4 months and 9 days. She came to Kansas with her parents in 1884 and had been a resident of the state over half a century. In 1891 she was married to John LEWICK. They lived on a farm southwest of Lincoln till 1904, when they moved to Lincoln. To them were born five children, one of whom, Roy, preceded her in death. Mr. LEWICK passed away April 12, 1934. Mrs. LEWICK leaves four children, Mrs. Mabel COOPER of Hollister, Calif., Alvin LEWICK and W.A. LEWICK, of Lincoln, and Mrs. Marie JOSLIN of Batavia, N.Y., also seven stepchildren, Mrs. Minnie MARSH, Mrs. Sadie TOOLE, Mrs. Elsie HEDRICK, Mrs. Lena KILCOYNE, Mrs. Letta BOHLING, Grant LEWICK, and John M. LEWICK. Forrest LEWICK another stepson, passed away in 1937. Also surviving her are a sister, Mrs. Elmer BIGGS of Kansas City, eight grandchildren, and many other relatives and friends. Services were held at the Methodist church at 2 p.m. Tuesday afternoon, followed by interment in the Lincoln cemetery. Rev. C.F. SPALDING conducted the services. submitted by Tracee Hamilton (Note: This is my great-grandmother. I can be contacted at tracee.hamilton2@verizon.net.) LEWICK --- Emma WALTERS LEWICK Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, 25 July 1991 --- Emma LEWICK was a woman of few words, but when she spoke, her family and friends listened. She had a quick, dry wit and a soft chuckle that was delightful. Emma was strict but loving with her children, a kind, compassionate grandmother, and a tireless worker. Emma was the daughter of Ezekiel and Ionia WALLS WALTERS. She was born July 24, 1896, in a dugout in the Spring Valley neighborhood. She attended the Rocky Hill School. After graduating from Lincoln High School, she attended Normal Training School and taught one year at Spring Valley and one year at Beaver Township. She married Alvin LEWICK, a farmer, and they had six children. Because her sons were veterans, Emma was a driving force in the VFW Auxiliary #7928, especially at the Stop and Shop thrift store, which she founded 24 years ago as a fund-raising activity. Emma was also a member of the Lincoln United Methodist Church and the Ever Ready EHU. Emma died last Friday at the Lincoln County Hospital at the age of 94 years, 11 months and 18 days. Preceding her in death were Alvin and sons Billy in 1964 and Hugh in 1956. Survivors include three sons and daughters in law: Clayton and Virginia; Alvin and Donna Jeanne; Robert and Leahmae; one daughter and son-in -law, Betty and Jim CRAWFORD, all of Lincoln; one sister, Irene SPARKS, Beverly; one brother, Henry WALTERS, Salina; 15 grandchildren and 25 great-grandchildren. submitted by Tracee Hamilton (Note: This is my grandmother. I can be contacted at tracee.hamilton2@verizon.net.) LIENHARD --- Susan LIENHARD Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, May 31, 1928 --- Susan Lienhard was born in Zurich, Switzerland, July 1863. She came to Kansas with her parents in 1880. They settled on a farm in Valley Township where she spent many years of her life. After the death of her parents she went to the County Farm where she has been for many years. She leaves on brother, Wm. Lienhard of Mission, Texas, and one sister, Mrs. Henry Defrieze, of Turon, Kansas. She was kind to those around her and always ready and willing to do the things which she could for others. LIMPUS --- Burritt P. LIMPUS Lincoln County Beacon, Aug. 6, 1885 ---July 3, at his home at Shady Bend, Burritt P. Limpus, aged 16 years. [Because of the date of publication, I believe the date of death was actually August 3.] Deceased was born in Fayette county, Indiana, Aug. 6, 1869. Six years ago he removed to Lincoln county, Kansas, with his father's family. Last winter he was thrown from a horse, receiving several injuries about the head. Four weeks ago he was overcome by the sun's heat, and it was probably the two causes combined which at last resulted in his death. Funeral services were held at his father's house, on the morning of the day following his death, Rev. W.D. Ward officiating. The remains were taken to the Monroe burying ground for interment, accompanied by a large concourse of sorrowing friends and acquaintances. LIMPUS --- Frank Nelson LIMPUS Lincoln Beacon, Sept. 24, 1885 ---Frank Nelson Limpus died at Shady Bend, Sept. 20, 1885, aged 16 months and 24 days. The disease which carried off this little child was of only a few days duration, and the outcome was a sad surprise to the parents. The funeral was conducted at the house the next day by Rev. W.D. Ward. A large concourse of friends followed the remains to their last resting place in the Monroe burying ground, where they were laid close beside the graves of four others who have passed away from the same family. The bereaved parents sorrow, but the little one is safe forever more. LIMPUS --- [Infant] LIMPUS Lincoln County Beacon Thursday, July 15, 1880. ---Died on the 8th of July, 1880, infant child of Nelson and Caroline LIMPUS, aged 16 months. (This is a summary of the original obit.) submitted by Bill and Diana Sowers (Note... We are not related to this person. We found this death notice while looking through the paper.) LOTT --- Lewis LOTT Lincoln County Beacon, July 23, 1885 ---Tuesday night, july 21, in Lincoln Center, Lewis, son of Mr. and Mrs. J.M. Lott, and aged nine months and six days. The always foolish and sometimes dangerous sport of anvil firing has received an awful rebuke in the death of this little one. There is no question but that fright at the sound of anvil firing on the Fourth sent this little child into spasms which ultimately caused its death. LOTT --- Sadie LOTT Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, Feb. 25, 1932 ---Many of the early settlers of Lincoln county will be interested in learning of the death of Mrs. N.J. Lott, a former resident of this county. The Rev. and Mrs. Lott homesteaded in the early '80s eleven miles north of Lincoln, on land now owned by J.E. Hunter. Rev. Lott also preached in this county, going from here to Ellsworth county where he had charge of a group of churches, Elkhorn, Kanopolis and Harker. The obituary follows: Sadie Margaret TEMPLE was born March 25, 1850, in Randolph County, near Sparta, Ill. She prepared herself to teach school and she also possessed considerable literary ability. She married Newton J. LOTT, a Civil War veteran, on March 9, 1976. Mr. and Mrs. LOTT came to Kansas in 1878 and homesteaded near Lincoln. Mr. LOTT was also engaged in Christian work at that time, later being ordained as a Presbyterian minister, and Mrs. Lott ably assisted him in every way in the various fields to which they were called, being a faithful and devoted wife and an efficient partner in the Lord's work. The family moved to McPherson in 1919 when Mr. Lott retired from the ministry. She leaves to mourn her departure her husband, Rev. Newton J. LOTT of the home; a son Jacob A. LOTT of Kansas City, Mo.; four daughters, Alta L. LOTT of the home, Mrs. Harry SHEFFER of McPherson; Mrs. M.A. FRISBIE of Roxbury, and Mrs. E.E. TOLLE, of Lakeland, Fla.; a brother, Rev. Alfred H. TEMPLE, of Stanfield, N.C.; also 15 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. LOVIN --- Everet Wayne LOVIN Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, October 26, 1972 -- Page 2, Col. 7 ---Everet Wayne Lovin, son of Louis and Pearl (HOLMAN) LOVIN was born on May 25, 1885 at Lincoln, Kansas and lived in the area his entire life. He was a retired section hand for the Santa Fe Railroad. He was World War I Vetern and a member of the Lincoln American Legion Post. Death came on Monday evening, October 9, 1972 at the Lincoln County Hospital at the age of 77 years. Surviving relatives are a brother, Orville, of Sylvan Grove, a step-sister, Mrs. Ida DILL of Lincoln, nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held on October 12, 1972 at the Hall Memorial Chapel, Lincoln, Kansas at 2:30 p.m. Rev. E. F. PETER was officiating clergyman. Organist was Florence JOSLIN and soloist was Carol MODROW. Casketbearerers were James PAGE, Dr. Dean LONBERGER, Harold HARRIS, Guy McGINNESS, Wm. H. KINKLE and H. C.SHEETS. Interment was in the Lincoln cemetery. Hall Mortuary was in charge of arrangements. Submitted by Shirley Rogers --- Lobster3@email.msn.com LOVIN --- Louis Asbury LOVIN --- (TWO OBITUARIES) 1.) -- Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, Thursday, April 22, 1937 --- Louis Asbury LOVIN, son of William and Sarah LOVIN, was born at Wayside, Swain County, North Carolina, May 11, 1859. He died at Lincoln, Kansas, April 10, aged 77 years, ten months and 29 days. When he was 16 he moved with his parents to the Cheyenne neighborhood in Osborne County, Kansas. There in 1880, his mother was one of those who perished in the memorable prairie fire. On November 21, 1888, he was married to Pearl HOLMAN. They established their home in Lincoln, where they have lived nearly 50 years, with the exception of five years during which they managed a hotel in Sylvan Grove. Seven children were born to them, two of whom died in infancy, and one in adulthood. Mr.. LOVIN worked at various occupations, such as railroad work, hotel management, draying and caring for cattle, as a means of making a living. He was a quiet, neighborly, well liked man, ever a hard worker until the ill health of the past five or six years. Although he was never in affluent circumstances he derived many satisfactions from life. Home and friends meant much to him. The calm manner in which he faced is explained by his Christian faith. While a young man he became a member of the Baptist church, later transferring to the Methodist church in Lincoln. Even during the last few months when he was hard of hearing and crippled from rheumatism he often walked to the nearest church, the Pilgrim Holiness and took a front pew so he could enjoy the sermon and singing. He faced death with confidence and poise. Many friends and relatives pay tribute to his memory. The following are the surviving nearest relatives: his wife, four children, Everett of the home, Orville of Sylvan Grove; Edna and Ida of the home; two brothers, J. S. LOVIN of Hoxie; and James LOVIN of El Paso, Texas; a sister, Mrs.. F. W. DILL of Lincoln, two grandchildren; and his mother-in-law, Mrs.. S. R. HOLMAN, who lives much of the time in the Lovin home. The funeral service was held from the Lincoln Methodist church, Tuesday afternoon, April 13. The sermon was by the Rev. J. R. WONDER. Mr.. and Mrs.. Bert SPEAR, whose singing Mr.. LOVIN always enjoyed, sang three hymns, "Beautiful Isle", "The Beautiful Garden of Prayer", and "We'll Never say Goodbye in Heaven." Mrs. Wayne PERRILL presided at the piano. Casket bearers were E.C. DRAGOO, James BOOZ, Glenn PEACOCK, Frank HEISER, Lloyd ASKEY and Elmer KADEL. Burial was in the quiet, tree-sheltered family lot in the Lincoln cemetery. Mrs.. LOVIN and Mrs.. F. W. DILL and children are deeply grateful to their good neighbors and friends for the many expressions of kindness. Submitted by Shirley Rogers --- Lobster3@email.msn.com 2.)--- LOVIN --- Louis Asbury LOVIN YOHE --- Thomas YOHE KERR --- James KERR Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, April 15, 1937, Page 1, Col. 2 "Death Calls Three Pioneer Residents" "L. A. Lovin, Thos. Yohe and Jim Kerr Died at Homes Saturday Morning" ---Death lingered over this community Saturday morning, taking with him three hardy pioneers who had active part in developing this country. Those who died were Thomas YOHE, L. A. LOVIN and James KERR. Mr. YOHE, who had been ill of pneumonia and complications for several weeks, was aged 81 years, four months and six days. Born in Pennsylvania, he came to Kansas when a young man and had been a resident of this community for 42 years. For 23 years he was employed by the Union Pacific Railroad company with headquarters at Salina and upon leaving that work moved to a farm in Elkhorn community southeast of Lincoln. He was married at Solmon, Kansas, on Augus 22, 1887, to Mollie C. DEARING and although no children were born to them out of the fullness of their hearts they took a little girl into their home and reared her as a daughter. This daughter, Mrs. Harley McGINNESS, the widow and seven grandchildren survive. Funeral services were held Monday afternoon from the home with the Rev. W. Clyde WOLFE in charge. Interment was made in Hammer Cemetery. Louis Asbury LOVIN was born in North Carolina in 1859 and died at the age of 77 years, ten months and 29 days. When he was 16 he moved with his parents to Osborne county, Kansas and there in 1880, his mother peished in a prairie fire. After his marriage to Pearl HOLMAN in 1888 they moved to Lincoln, which has since been the family home. They are parents of seven children; three of whom are dead. Those surviving with their mother are Everett, Edna, and Ida of the home and Orville of Sylvan Grove. Others left to mourn his death are two brothers, two grandchildren, one sister and his mother-in-law, who lives much of the time in the Lovin home. Funeral services for Mr.. Lovin were held from the Methodist church, Tuesday afternoon, the sermon by the pastor, the Rev. J. R. WONDER. Burial was in the quiet, tree sheltered family lot in the Lincoln Cemetery. James KERR, always known as "Jim" had lived in Lincoln since 1885. He was born in Assumption, Ill and would have been 76 years old had he lived until June. He was married in Lincoln, 12 children being born to him and his wife. Three children and the mother preceded him in death, leaving nine children to mourn the loss of their father. Two sisters also survive. Funeral services were held this Wednesday afternoon from the family homewith the Rev. B. S. BARTON in charge. Interment was in the Lincoln Cemetery. Submitted by Shirley Rogers --- Lobster3@email.msn.com LOVIN --- Lydia Matilda FREY LOVIN Lucas-Sylvan News, Thursday, April 23, 1970 - Page 4, Col. 1 ---It has pleased the Almighty God, the Lord of life and death to remove from this earth the soul of Lydia Matilda LOVIN. She was the daughter of Lenius and Ermina FREY and was born March 27, 1893, in the Rosette Community, northwest of Sylvan Grove. In this community she was baptized, received her education and grew to womanhood. She was a member of the Rosette Evangelical Church. On April 27, 1927, she was united in marriage to Orville LOVIN. Together they lived in blessed happiness for over 43 years. This union was blessed with three children. She with her husband, lived on a farm until the year of 1959. Since then they resided in the city of Sylvan Grove. Mrs. LOVIN had been in failing health the past year. Her last siege confined her to the Lincoln County Hospital for the last six weeks. She had to endure much pain but seemed to bear it patiently. She departed this life Thursday, April 16, 1970, at the age of 77 years and 20 days. She leaves to mourn her passing Orville of the home, one daughter, Delores and husband, Dean; two sons, Glenn and wife, Lorna and Neal and wife, Mary Ann all of Sylvan Grove; nine grandchildren; one brother, the Rev. Roy FREY of Wichita; one sister Mrs. Armin THAETE of Sylvan Grove, many other relatives and friends. Her parents, two brothers and a sister preceded her in death. Funeral services were held from the Stiles Chapel in Sylvan Grove on Sunday, April 19 at 2:00 p.m. Rev. E. F. PETER officiated. Burial was in the Rosette Cemetery. Stiles Mortuary were in charge of arrangements. Submitted by Shirley Rogers --- Lobster3@email.msn.com LOVIN --- Pearl Elizabeth (HOLMAN) LOVIN Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, 16 February 1956 Pearl Elizabeth Holman, daughter of Samuel R. and Delilah HOLMAN was born December 7, 1870 in Boone County, Indiana. She died on February 8, 1956. She came to Lincoln with her family in 1878. She was the oldest of eight children. In 1888 she was married to Louis Asbury LOVIN. The couple moved to Lincoln, where she lived the rest of her life, with exception of a shore time in Sylvan Grove. Also during her last few months of illness she stayed in Salina. To the Lovins' six children were born. They also adopted one daughter. The husband and four children preceded Mrs.. Lovin in death. Those surviving her include two sons, Evertt of Lincoln, Orvil of near Sylvan Grove; on daughter, Mrs.. Ida DILL, one brother Brad HOLMAN of Sylvan Grove and two sisters, Mrs.. Mae COX of Lincoln and Mrs.. Tillie SNYDER of Scott City. There are six grandchildren and two great grandchildren. Mrs.. LOVIN had been a member of the Women's Relief Corps for 49 years. She was a member of the Lincoln Methodist Church where she was active in attendance and work of the church as long as physically possible for to do so. Submitted by Shirley Rogers --- Lobster3@email.msn.com LOVIN --- Orville LOVIN Lincoln Sentinel-Republican --- (Date unknown) ---Funeral services for Orville LOVIN, Sylvan Grove, will be Thursday morning January 15, at 10 a. m. at Hall Mortuary. The Rev. Edwin PETER will officiate; burial will be in the Rosette Cemetery, Sylvan Grove. Mr. LOVIN was born May 11, 1897 at Lincoln. He died Monday, January 12, 1981, at the Mid-America Nursing Center, at the age of 83 years. He was a retired farmer. Survivors include one daughter, Mrs. Deloris ANCELL, rural Sylvan Grove; two sons, Glenn LOVIN, Sylvan Grove and Neal LOVIN, Sweetwater, Texas; nine grandchildren and two great grandchildren. Memorial may be made to the Mid-America Nursing Center, Lincoln. Submitted by Shirley Rogers --- Lobster3@email.msn.com LOVIN[G] - LOVINE - LOVER --- Sarah LOVIN A note on the following death notices. The first article, taken from the Lincoln County Beacon, lists the deceased incorrectly as Mrs. LOVER. The surname was LOVIN. Another point to take note of is the death date. It would appear that The editor of the Lincoln paper might have heard of this story second-hand... thus the incorrect date of the fire and deaths of Mrs. Lovin and her son. The second article below from the Osborne County Farmer should be considered more correct in information. Lincoln County Beacon Thursday, April 1, 1880. ---A Mrs. LOVER on Wolf Creek was burned to death on Monday last while trying to save her cows that were tied in a burning stable. Osborne County Farmer Thursday, April 1, 1880, Page 5, Column 3. "Destructive Prairie Fires: a woman burned to death... houses, barns and stock destroyed" ---During last week the most disasterous prairie fires of which we have record raged over the southern part of Osborne county, carring fearful destruction and in one instance the loss of human life before them. On Sunday morning the wildest rumors were rife in the case of terrible ravages by fir along Wolf creek some miles south of town and also along Covert creek. We have sifted the matter down to a substantial basis, and find the particulars about as follows. Our news from Wolf creek is a that the fire traveled overs a large extent of country, destroying houses, barns and stock. A Woman named LOVING lost her life and from ten to twenty head of horses were burned to death. The wind was blowing goodly and the flames jumped over plowed guards as if they did not exist. East of the city Mr. John DERBY was completely burned out. His house and contents...... "A Few additional particulars--- loss of two lives" ---In our last issue but few additional particulars of the disasterous prairie fires have been received. Besides the death of Mrs. Wm. LOVIN, who was burned by the fire on Wolf Creek, a 19 year old son of the same family was overtaken by the raging flames, losing his life. The circumstances of Mrs. LOVIN's sad death, are about as follows: The lady was trying to rescue her children who had gone to loosen the horses, and who suceeded in mounting the animals and making their escape. Mrs. LOVIN, it is thought, was overcome by fright and fell helpless before the flames reached her. Her body was burned to a crisp and so badly burned to be scarcely reognizable. She was 44 years of age, a quiet and unassuming womand and a devout member of the Baptist church. Her funeral which was conducted by Rev. G. H. CLARK, of Wolf Creek, was largely attended. Mrs. LOVIN was half-sister to Elder T. F. MEDLIN of Bloomington. The total loss by the fires along Wolf and Covert creeks can not as yet be fully estimated. Great damage was sustained. Added note: Mother and son are buried side by side in the Cheyenne Cemetery, Osborne County about one mile west of the former Lovin home. Monument inscriptions (on same stone): ...John M. LOVINE - son of W. S. and S. A. LOVINE - died March 31, 1880 - aged 26 years 2m. 16 days ...Sarah Ann, wife of Wm. LOVINE - died March 27, 1880 - age 44 years, 2 m. 3 days. The second article and cemtery inscription information were contributed by Shirley Rogers, great-granddaughter of Sarah LOVIN. (Lobster3@email.msn.com) LOWERS --- Mary LOWERS Lincoln Sentinel, April 11, 1907 ---Mary LOWERS was born in Parkersburg, West Virginia, April 14, 1834. On October 15, 1854 she was married to Mr. Thomas BOYLE; with him she lived for nearly 50 years, sharing with him the hardships of the pioneer days of Kansas, coming to this state in 1857. Seven children came to bless this union on the brave couple, four whom remain to mourn the loss of both father and mother [George BOYLE, Nancy Ellen HUNTER, Elizabeth Ann GEYER, Minnie Edith PATTERSON]. She had been a sufferer from paralysis for about four months but was not thought to be dangerously sick until about seven weeks ago when she was taken to the home of her daughter, Mrs. [Nancy Ellen] HUNTER, that she might receive the loving care so needful to her comfort. Her last days were filled with the peace that passeth the understanding of man, and her death occurred last Wednesday evening. The funeral services were held at the home of her daughter Friday morning, being conducted by the writer. Interment being made in the Lincoln Cemetery. Neal OVERMAN Submitted by: Lori Graff -- rastus@pld.com -- PO Box 171, Marienthal, KS 67863 LUFF --- Claude LUFF Lincoln Sentinel, July 6, 1905 --- Tuesday morning Mrs. [Mary] LUFF received a telegram notifying her of the death of her son Claude, the previous day in a hospital at St. Louis. A letter from the hospital authorities came later in the day, and it is said that he was sick of typhoid fever. The news of his death was a sudden and severe blow to the friends and relatives of the deceased and especially so to the mother who had not been informed of her son's condition. Claude was well-known in Lincoln where he had spent much of his life. He was about 20 years old. The remains will be brought to Lincoln for burial, and are expected to arrive on this evening's passenger. submitted by Tracee Hamilton (Note: This is my great-great-uncle. I can be contacted at tracee.hamilton2@verizon.net.) LUFF -- Mary E. BROOKS LUFF Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, Nov. 12, 1953 --- Mrs. Mary E. LUFF, one of the oldest residents of Lincoln, passed away at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Pearl BURGER, early Monday morning. She was 94 years of age and had lived in Lincoln county for 79 years. Mrs. LUFF was born in Green County, Penn., in 1859, and came to Kansas in 1873, making the trip from Indiana in a covered wagon. In 1874 she moved to Lincoln county and remained here for the rest of her life, most of the time being spent in the city of Lincoln where she was employed for many years as cook in the Windsor Hotel. She was married to Captain William C. LUFF in 1878, and to this union four children, three daughters and one son, were born. She had several grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She also had a great-great-grandson, Jeffrey GREENE, whom she saw last summer. Last April Mrs. Luff fell and broke her hip but she recovered and was in fair health until last Friday when she became ill. Rev. Gilbert S. PETERS, assisted by Rev. R.L. HENRICKSON, will conduct funeral services for Mrs. LUFF at 2:00 o'clock on Friday afternoon at the Methodist church. Interment will be in the Lincoln cemetery. Mc McADAMS --- Clarence McADAMS Sylvan Grove Sentinel --- Thursday, August 4, 1887 "Funeral by Moonlight"---At Blue Stem, Russell County Kansas, on the night of the 2nd of August, 1887 when nearly all the people were asleep, excepting those who had come to the funeral, there wended slowly and with solemn tread a procession following the remains of little Clarence, infant son of Mr. and Mrs. H.R. McADAMS, aged 9 months and three days. Over the hills and across the valleys the strange weird-like train passed until we came to Blue Stem Cemetery, and there beneath the clear sky above, and the stars looking down upon the solemn scene we laid the precious dust to rest until God shall wake him in the resurrection home. [article written by Rev. B.F. McMillan] Submitted by Bill and Diana Sowers. (No relation to us) McCANLES - John J. Lincoln Sentinel Republican, Nov. 21, 1946 --- Funeral service were held this Wednesday afternoon from the Lincoln Presbyterian church for John C. MCCANLES, 59, who passed away Sunday at his home in Kansas City following a short illness. The funeral was conducted by the Rev. William PFAUTZ and interment was made in the McCanles family lot in Lincoln cemetery. Reared in Lincoln county, John McCanles was the son of pioneer Lincoln county settlers. His home had been in Kansas City for a number of years. Nearest surviving relatives are his daughter, of Kansas City; two sisters, Maude LYSTER of Lincoln, and Mrs. Carter DAVIS of Tulsa, Okla., and one brother, Julian (Dune) MCCANLES, Archie, Missouri. McCURDY --- John J. McCURDY Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, May 8, 1958 ---The unexpected passing of John J. McCurdy at the St. John's hospital in Salina Monday afternoon at about four o'clock, cast a pall of deep sorrow over his legion of friends, not only in Lincoln but throughout Kansas. Mr. McCurdy had the misfortune to fall at his home last Saturday afternoon, striking his forehead against the door of the bathroom and cutting a deep gash which required the taking of some 14 stitches to close. He was taken to the Lincoln County hospital for emergency treatment and seemed to recover somewhat from the shock, but later Monday he was taken to the Salina hospital by ambulance. Mr. McCurdy had not been in the best of health for the past several months. During his many years of law practice Mr. McCurdy gained a wide reputation throughout the state and was retained to represent clients in some of the notable law cases which attracted wide attention. Being the son of pioneer citizens, naturally he had a deep respect for many of the famous characters of the old west. He had known Buffalo Bill Cody and Pawnee Bill Lillie intimately, but his real interests were in the exploits of Kit Carson, whose career, he felt, outshown the more glamorous showmanship of the Codys and the Lillies. In order to perpetuate the memory of Kit Carson, Mr. McCurdy was instrumental in inducing the state of New Mexico to make the Kit Carson park and museum a shrine as a permanent reminder of the famous frontiersman. Probably no other man in this part of Kansas had a more varied and exciting career than John J. McCurdy. The son of pioneer citizens he spent most of his life in Lincoln and few living residents had a more intimate knowledge of Lincoln county's history and who participated in many of the stirring events that marked the development of the community from a frontier existence to its present opulence. One of the events of his early life which he always delighted in recalling was when he taught school in the rural schools of the conty in order to make enough money to attend law school. Having completed this mission he set sail for Washington, D.C., where he entered Georgetown university in that city, hobnobbed with some of the notable statesmen of the time, graduated from law school and then returned to Lincoln to practice his profession. Mr. McCurdy had spent much time and energy the past few years in making the Kit Carson shrine a reality and had placed historical material in the museum which will not only remain to perpetuate the memory of Kit Carson but will also put in retrospect the intense interest placed in the old west by our own John J. McCurdy, and the part played in it by Kit Carson. Another of Mr. McCurdy's interests was his patriotic services to his country, and one of his prize possessions was his discharge certificate as a Lieutenant Colonel, United States Army Reserve, which was presented to him in April 1953 for his honest and faithful service. The funeral services for Mr. McCurdy will be held Thursday evening with a mass at 8 o'clock at the Hall Chapel, and final services will be held at St. Patrick's Catholic church on Friday morning at 9 o'clock, and the remains will be taken to Taos, New Mexico, where internment will be made in one of the Kit Carson lots. Survivors are his sisters, Mrs. Agnes Seaman, Pueblo, Colo., and Mary McCurdy, also of Pueblo, and one nephew, Bernard J. Seaman and his family of Pueblo. (Although the obituary doesn't give his date of birth, John McCurdy was born in 1875.) McELHENY --- Mrs. J.J. McELHENY Lincoln Sentinel, June 5, 1902 ---Mrs. J.J. McELHENY died Tuesday afternoon, from a complication of diseases. McFARLAND --- Beulah (WALLS) MCFARLAND Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, 27 March 1958 ---Beulah (WALLS) MCFARLAND, daughter of Thomas and Emma WALLS, pioneer residents of Lincoln County, was born Oct. 2 1885 at Lincoln, Kansas and departed this life March 17, 1958 at the Good Samaritan Home at Ellsworth, Kansas; age 72 years, 5 months and 15 days. On october 29, 1905 she was united in marriage to George MCFARLAND. All of their married life was spent in the Westfall community. Her husband preceded her in death on June 21, 1953. She is survived by four children: Mrs. Roy WHITE, Lincoln; Mrs Dale PERCIVAL, Glen Rock, New Jersey; Emmett MCFARLAND, Winfield, Kansas; and Delmar MCFARLAND, Tulsa, Oklahoma. [Also surviving are] Three sisters, Mrs. Roy MCFARLAND, Mrs. Ionia WALTERS, and Mrs. Uzillah DONLEY, all of Lincoln. Also surviving are 10 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Services were held Wednesday, March 12 from the Hall Memorial Chapel, the Rev. Roy HENDRICKSON in charge. Interment was in Lincoln Cemetary. Submitted by Scott Holl scottholl@earthlink.net McGEARY --- Henry S. McGeary Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, Oct. 30, 1947 ---Henry Solomon McGeary was born Oct. 23, 1871, at Waverly, Iowa, the oldest child of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas McGeary. He passed away Saturday, Oct. 25, 1947, just two days after his 76th birthday. When he was two years old, the McGeary family moved to Lincoln county and the father took a homestead two miles southwest of the old Colbert store. Here Henry grew to manhood. As a young man he bought the farm adjoining his father's land and spent the remainder of his life on that farm. He had never married. About two months ago, Mr. McGeary suffered a paralytic stroke and was taken to the Ellsworth hospital. He partially recovered and was able to be brought to Lincoln where he spent his remaining days in the home of his sister, Mrs. Annie Kindlesparger. He was preceded in death by his mother in 1908 and by his father in 1929, but he is the first of four children to depart from this life. Suriving are his sister, Mrs. Annie Kindlesparger; two brothers, Charlie McGeary of Lincoln, and Eber McGeary of Beverly; a number of nieces and nephews and more distant relatives. Funeral services were held from the Congregational Christian Church Monday afternoon with Rev. R.L. Hendrickson in charge. Interment was made in Hammer cemetery. McGEARY --- Thomas Wilson McGEARY Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, March 7, 1929 ---Thomas Wilson McGEARY was born at Pittsburgh, Penn., on June 9, 1846, departed this life at the home of Henry McGEARY at Lincoln Feb. 27, 1929. He lived in Pennsylvania until the age of 16 when he moved from there to Shebrock, Iowa, where he was married to Theodoria Ann BISHOP, Feb. 1864. Mrs. McGEARY passed away April 26, 1908. To this union four children were born who survive to mourn his departure. They are: Henry and Charlie of Lincoln, and Eber and Annie of Beverly. Ten grandchildren, four great-grandchildren and other relatives and friends. [Buried in Hammer Cemetery] McKINNEY --- Lon McKINNEY Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, Nov. 12, 1942 This obituary encompasses three deaths: Lon McKinney, Mrs. J.K. (Rebecca) Stevenson and William Feldkamp. ---Within a period of 24 hours, three persons in or near Lincoln died early this week. Lon McKinney passed away early Monday morning at the county farm where he had been cared for the last few days of his life. Mrs. J.K. Stevenson, a resident of Lincoln since 1877, died at 9 o'clock Monday evening at her home. William Feldkamp, living south of Vesper, died at 4 o'clock Tuesday morning. All three had been in ill health the last several weeks. Funeral arrangements for Mr. McKinney and Mr. Feldkamp have not be completed. Mrs. Stevenson's funeral is to be held this Wednesday afternoon at 3 o'clock from the Lincoln Presbyterian church of which she was a member. The minister, Dr. R.L. VANCE, will be in charge. Mrs. Stevenson was born Rebecca CRAWFORD at Williamsport, Pa., Oct. 6, 1856. She was one of 15 children, four girls and 11 boys, born to her parents. In 1877 she came to Lincoln but returned to Pennsvylania to spend several months with an uncle and aunt, finally coming back to this community in 1878 to spend the remainder of her life. Five years later, in 1883, she was married to Jesse Stevenson and they established their home west and north of Lincoln, living there until they retired to Lincoln which remained home. Although she was 86 years of age, Mrs. Stevenson remained active until five weeks ago when she suffered a stroke of paralysis from which she never recovered. Her condition gradually became more critical until the end. She is survived by two children, a daughter, Mrs. Lydia Hower of Denison, Kan.; a son, T.c. Stevenson, living on the homestead farm northwest of Lincoln. Her husband and a son, Frank, preceded her in death. Mc. McKinney had been an invalid for the past few years and had been cared for in Sylvan Gorve until recent months. When no one could be found to care for him, Mr. McKinney was taken to the county farm. Mr. Feldkamp was one of the well known early day settlers of the south Vesper community. In failing health for nearly five years, he was taken critically ill two weeks ago. He is survived by two children, Miss Lenora Feldkamp and Frank Feldkamp, both of the home, and by four brothers and two sisters, Fred Feldkamp, Louis Feldkamp, Lincoln; Ed Feldkamp, Plainville; August Feldkamp, Natoma; Mrs. Barney Dohe, Mrs. Henry Huehl, Lincoln. M MANTZ --- Maria Weichel San Francisco Morning Call, September 23, 1890, Page 8, Col. 5 ---MANTZ --In Alameda, September 20, Maria, beloved wife of John Mantz and mother of Mrs. Benjamin Wurthman, a native of Bavaria, aged 45 years, 2 months and 2 days. (NOTE: This is Maria Weichel, kidnapped by the Indians in the raid of 1869. Other info: b. JUL-18-1845, d. SEP-20-1890, Alameda, Alameda County, California) MARKLEY --- Ernest William MARKLEY Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, Jan. 6, 1955 ---Ernest William Markley, son of Joseph and Bo Anna (Keen) Markley, was born March 20, 1895, in Mitchell county, Kansas, and departed this life Dec. 21, 1954, attaining. the age of 59 years, nine months and one day. Ernest grew to manhood and attended schools in the Barnard community. As a lad Ernest was converted to the Christian faith and in 1931 entered into the fellowship of the Congregational Christian church of Lincoln, Kansas, where he remained a member until his death. Having resided five miles north of Lincoln for the past 34 years, Ernest was a farmer and derived much pleasure from watching things grow. Even though Ernest had a handicap of hearing for many years, he bore this affliction patiently. His utmost thought in life was the welfare of his family and friends. He was united in marriage to Jennie E. McKinney on November 12, 1917, at Hugo, Colo. To this union were born nine children, seven sons and two daughters, two of whom preceded him in death--Max Marion, who died in infancy, and Kenneth James, a first lieutenant fighter-pilot, who was killed in World War II. Leaving to mourn his early departure are his loving and devoted wife and seven children: Howard William, Salina; Wilton Roscoe, Vesper; June Maxine Hanneman, Lincoln, Beth Elaine Wirth, Waldo; Ernest Junior, Lindsborg; Larry Phil and Richard Eugene of the home, three daughters-in-law; two sons-in law; and eleven grandchildren. One sister, Ida Douglas, Garden City, Kansas; four brothers, Charles and Riley, Denver, Colorado; Harry, Sand Springs, Oklahoma; Bert, Ontario, California, many nieces and nephews, and a host of other relatives and friends. MARKLEY --- Joseph MARKLEY Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, March 3, 1932 ---Joseph MARKLEY was born at Ellisville, Fulton county, Ill., Jan. 26, 1856, and died at his home in Brush, Colo., Feb. 23, 1932, aged 76 years and 27 days. He came to Kansas with his parents in 1869, locating in Mitchell county, on what is now known as the Wear ranch. He was united in marriage to Boanna KEEN, Oct. 29, 1878. There were 11 children born to them, of whom eight are now living, namely: Mrs Ida DOUGLASS of Garden City, Kan.; Mrs. Lydia GOULDIN of Barnard; Charles and John of Brush, Colo.; Riley, Ernest and Bert of Lincoln; Harry of Sand Springs, Okla.; also 23 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren. He also leaves two sisters and one brother, Mrs. Meda SCOGGINS and Mrs. Lydia MOORE, and John MARKLEY, all of Hood River, Ore. Mr. Markley lived in Lincoln county many years, most of the time on the farm where Edgar PIERCE now lives. About a year after the death of his wife in 1919, he moved to Brush, Colo, where he engaged in the hotel business until the time of his death. Interment was in the Union Valley cemetery, southwest of Barnard. MARKLEY --- Kenneth J. MARKLEY Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, Nov. 12, 1944 ---Messages have been received from the War Department informing nearest relatives that First Lieutenant Kenneth J. Markley was killed in action over Germany Aug. 27, and that Private Darrell Howard was killed in action Aug. 31, somewhere in France. Both had previously been reported as missing. Lieutenant Markley, born Jan. 22, 1921, had spent all of his life in Lincoln county. He attended Lincoln high school and was graduated with the class of 1938. During his school career he was active in football track, and basketball, winning a letter in football his senior year. Following his graduation, Kenneth assisted his father, E. W. Markley, with farming operations and then entered the teaching profession, teaching at district 29. He enlisted in the Air Forces Enlisted Reserve at Ft. Riley June 2?, 1942. Called to report for training as an Aviation Cadet. Kenneth was sent to Thunderbird Field and Luke Field Arizona, receiving the silver wings an air forces fighter pilot at Luke Field, Phoenix, Oct. 1, 1943. He was commissioned Second Lieutenant and transferred to California for additional training in a P-39. Lieutenant Markley received his promotion as First Lieutenant the first of August this year. He had been overseas since early April, being stationed in England until the first of August when he was sent to France. He was a fighter pilot, flying a P-38 with the Ninth Air Force and had completed 34 missions over enemy territory. Mrs. Markley and their son, Gary James, make their home with her parents Mr. and Mrs. Hobart Herman. His parents, Mr. and Mrs. E. W. Markley, also live near Lincoln. MARKELY --- Max Marion MARKLEY Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, Thursday, September 17, 1936 Max Marion, son of Ernest and Jennie MARKLEY, was born September 9th, 1936, in the home of his parents, northwest of Lincoln. He departed life after having lived but four hours. He leaves to mourn his death his father, mother, four brothers and two sisters. A short service was held at the graveside, Thursday, conducted the Rev. B. S. BARTON. The body was laid to rest in the Prairie Grove Cemetery. submitted by Bill and Diana Sowers (Note... We are not related to this person. MARSH - Minnie (Mrs. Lewis) Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, Dec. 16, 1943 --- Funeral services will be held Thursday afternoon at 2 o'clock from the Lincoln Methodist church for Mrs. Lewis R. MARSH [submitter's note: nee Minnie LEWICK] of the Westfall neighborhood who died at her home Monday morning following a heart attack. Mrs. Marsh's death was entirely unexpected and a great shock to relatives and friends. Born in Center county, Pennsylvania, Mrs. Marsh had been a resident of Lincoln county for many years. She reached the age of 72 years and is survived by her husband of the home, and by three children, Mrs. J.E. PRICE, Dwight, Kansas; Miss Kate MARSH, of the home, and Cpl. Robert MARSH, stationed at Pyote, Texas. Mr. and Mrs. Marsh had the pleasure of celebrating their golden wedding anniversary last year. The Rev. C.M. Nutter will conduct the final rites Thursday afternoon and burial will be made in Lincoln cemetery. Submitted by Tracee Hamilton [note: this is my great aunt. I can be reached at tracee.hamilton2@verizon.net] MARSHALL - D.B. Jr. Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, July 14, 1966 --- D.B. MARSHALL Jr. died Sunday at the Ellsworth Veterans Memorial Hospital following an illness of several days. Born March 16, 1917, he was a lifelong resident of Lincoln. Ben, as he was known to all his friends, was a graduate of the University of Kansas and the K.U. School of Law. Ben was president of the Saline Valley Bank for many years. Mr. Marshall also served 2-year terms in the Kansas legislature. During the 1955 session, he was Republican floor leader. He served as county attorney of Lincoln county from 1941 to 1943 and from 1946 to 1949. He also served as mayor of Lincoln for several years. Ben was a veteran of World War II having served three years in the Navy, with 22 months service in the Pacific. Survivors include the widow, Jean of the home; two daughters, Susan and Ann, both of the home; two sons, Lt. Daniel Benjamin Marshall III, Chula Vista, Calif., and John of the home; his mother, Mrs. D.B. Marshall Sr., Lincoln, and a sister, Mrs. Richard A. ERICKSON, Kansas City. Funeral services were held Wednesday, July 13, at 10 a.m. at the Hall Memorial chapel, the Rev. Douglas BARNES officiating. Burial was in the Lincoln cemetery. Submitted by Tracee Hamilton [note: no relation] MARSHALL --- Daniel Benjamin MARSHALL, Jr. from: SENATE AND HOUSE JOURNALS: PROCEEDINGS OF THE LEGISLATURE OF THE STATE OF KANSAS, 45th Biennial Session, Topeka, January 10 to April 21, 1967. page 481--- "House Resolution No. 1033--- A Resolution Relating to the Death of D. B. Marshall. Jr." Whereas D. B. MARSHALL, Jr., a former member of the House of Representatives, passed away July 10, 1966, at Ellsworth, Kansas. He was forty-nine (49) years of age; and Whereas, Mr. MARSHALL was born March 16, 1917, in Lincoln, Kansas. He attended the University of Kansas and the University of Kansas Law School, from which he graduated. He served three (3) years with the United States Navy in World War II, with twenty-two (22) months overseas. He was married to the former Jean Bailey. They had four children, D.B. Marshall III, John Marshall, Susan and Ann. Mr. MARSHALL was Lincoln County Attorney from January, 1941, to March 1943, and mayor of Lincoln, Kansas, from April, 1947, to April, 1959, and April, 1963, to April, 1965, and was a councilman from April, 1961, to April, 1963. He was a member of the Lincoln Methodist Church, Veterans of Foreign Wars, Kansa Bar Association, Kansas Bankers Association, Lincoln Lions Club, serving as president in 1948, and was a member of Alpha Nu chapter of Beta Theta Pi at K.U. He was president of the Saline Valley Bank from 1949 to 1966; and Whereas, D. B Marshall, Jr., served as a member of the House of Representatives from the 1953 through the 1960 budget session... MASTELLAR -- Henry L. MASTELLAR Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, Aug. 27, 1964 ---Henry L. MASTELLAR, 65, a lifelong Barnard resident, died Tuesday at his rural home. Mr. MASTELLAR was born Sept. 30, 1898, at Barnard. Survivors include the widow, May E., of the home; two sons, William W., [???] and Henry G., Mobile, Ala.; two daughters, Mrs. Madonna B. RATHBURN, Barnard, and Mrs. Rose Lee JUDD, Beverly; a sister, Mrs. Louisa E. BOADWAY, Pampa, Texas; a brother, Boyd W., Barnard, and five grandchildren. The funeral was held at 2:30 p.m. Friday at the Barnard Methodist church, the Rev. W. D. RUBLE officiating. Burial was in the Milo cemetery. MEAD --- Anna Rebecca Harbaugh MEAD Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, Nov. 5, 1931 ---Anna Rebecca HARBAUGH was born on May 16, 1867, at Sabillsville, Md., daughter of Geo. and Matilda HARBAUGH. In her early girlhood her parents moved near Vesper, where she spent many years of her life. On June 27, 1886 she was united in marriage to Daniel TWIBELL of Sylvan Grove. To this union was born five children, a son, dying in infancy and four daughters, all living; Mrs. W.E. BAKER, Midian, Ks., Mrs. E.G. FLOREA, Russell, Ks., Mrs. C.R. BOLLIER, Alamosa, Colo., and Mrs. R.R. MONTAGUE, Florence, Ks.; ten grandchildren. Other relatives surviving are one brother, J.E. HARBAUGH, Vesper; two sisters, Mrs. Will BRUMBAUGH, Vesper, and Mrs. Ida McCORMICK, Lincoln. On Sept. 29, 1915, she was married to B.H. MEAD, Sylvan Grove. He preceded her in death Jan. 22, 1931. Mrs. MEAD has been in ill health since July and passed away oct. 16, 1931 at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Montague, at the age of 64 years, 5 months and 1 day. [Buried Vesper] MELLOR --- Louisa G. Wolcott VanAlstine MELLOR Lincoln Sentinel, July 5, 1906 ---Louisa C. WOLCOTT was born in Chataqua county, New York, April 25, 1832, and died at her home six miles northeast of Lincoln, Kan., June 29, 1906, at 11:20 p.m., aged 74 years, 2 months and 4 days. At five years of age she moved with her parents near Milwaukee, Wis. In 1848 her parents moved to Winnebago county, Illinois, where on Aug. 26, 1849, she was united in marriage to Henry VANALSTINE. From there about 1851 she with her husband moved to Clayton county, Iowa, where seven girls and two boys were born to his union. In 1877 she came with her husband and a part of their children to Lincoln county, Kan., where her husband died Feb. 6, 1889. Some years remaining a widow she saw many hardships. And on the 20th of March, 1903, she married Thomas MELLOR who with two of her sisters, three brothers, one of her sons, six of her daughters and a host of friends remain to mourn their loss. METZ --- Daniel Swihart METZ Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, Oct. 30, 1947 ---Daniel Swihart Metz, one of seven children of Eli and Sarah Metz, was born in Defiance county, Ohio, Feb. 9, 1861. He died Oct. 26, 1947, the last of his generation, having reached the age of 86 years, eight months and 18 days. At an early age he moved with his parents to Ray County, Missouri, where he grew to manhood. He came to Lincoln County, Kansas in 1885 and settled on a farm two miles east of Lincoln where he lived continuously for forty years. There he was living when on May 19th, 1892, he married Nellie C. Melrose, there his children were born and reared and spent "the happiest years of his life." and that bit of earth to the time of his death, was to him, hallowed soil. He retired from active farming in 1925 and established a home in Lincoln. His wife, a companion of fifty years died March 21, 1942. All during his active years he took part in the worthwhile affairs of his community and was keenly interested in politics. He was a man of strong convictions and few men ever held more firmly to those things he believed to be right or was quicker to challenge those things he believed to be wrong. He was rigid and unbending to all that was sinister and bad in government, in morals or human conduct but recognized and appreciated every good act of his fellowmen. He is survived by all of his five children; four daughters, Mrs. Belle Livingood. Mrs. Florence Cromwell. Minnie Metz and Perl (sic) Metz, and one son, Theodore M. Metz, all of Lincoln: also eleven grand children and two great grand children and other relatives. Dan Metz, and others of his kind, will be missed by a world fast losing his qualities of ruggedness, industry, intergrity and a great faith that right and honorable living can quiet a troubled world. The funeral was held Tuesday afternoon, Oct. 28, from the Lincoln Methodist Church, with the Rev. Burton A. Lovelady in charge. Interment was made in Lincoln Cemetery. METZ, Theodore M. Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, Oct. 16, 1997 --- Theodore M. METZ, 96, Lincoln, died Sunday, October 12, 1997, at Lincoln. He was born July 6, 1901, in Lincoln County and was a lifetime area resident. He was a lawyer for 60 years and a member of Lincoln United Methodist Church, Lincoln Lions Club, Kansas Bar Association and Northwest Kansas Bar Association. He was a former Lincoln County attorney and Lincoln County commissioner. He served three terms in the Kansas House of Representatives. Survivors include his wife, Wilma, Lincoln; a son Dan, Lincoln; a daughter, Peggy RASMUSSEN, Lincoln; seven grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held at 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 14, 1997, at Harrison Hall Funeral Home, Lincoln, the Rev. Tom WALSH officating. Burial was in Lincoln Cemetery. Submitted by Tracee Hamilton [note: no relation] METZGER - Pierce Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, Jan. 18, 1940 --- Lincoln friends, at one time neighbors of the Metzger family in the Ash Grove community, received word last week of the death of Pierce METZGER, 64, prominent business and political figure, who died January 6 at his winter home in Windmere, Florida. His home was at Cleveland, Ohio, and his death in Florida was entirely unexpected. In his boyhood, Metzger attended the public school in the Ash Grove district of Lincoln county, later attending the Kansas Christian college in Lincoln, from which he was graduated. He later attended a business college in Salina and then taught four terms of school in Lincoln county in the Cedron, Orange and Pottersburg districts. Leaving this community, he went east to carve out a future in the business and political field. He succeeded. At the time of his death he was head of the insurance firm of Metzger-Congwer-Metzger. Surviving are his widow, the former Miss Jessie JONES, and other relatives, many of whom live in this section of Kansas. METZGER was born near Chicago, but when he was nine years old the parents moved to Colorado, then to Lincoln. He left here about 40 years ago. Submitted by Tracee Hamilton (Note: no relation). METZGER --- Rachel Ann METZGER Lincoln County Beacon, April 29, 1886 ---At Lincoln, Kansas, April 22, 1886, Mrs. Rachel Ann Metzger, at the age of 41 years, 5 months and 15 days. Born in Lycoming,county, Pa., Nov. 7, 1884. Married to Mr. Solomon Metzger 20 years ago. Mrs. Metzger died peacefully, trusting in Christ. The funeral was held in the Presbyterian church, on the day following her death, Rev. W.D. officiating. The remains were taken to the Lincoln cemetery, where they now rest awaiting the last summons of the dead. MILLER --- Arthur Lee MILLER Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, Thursday, October 15, 1936 ---Arthur Lee MILLER of near Barnard passed away at the Beloit Community hospital at 10:20 o'clock, Tuesday, October 6th. He was born on February 24, 1874, at Alexandria, Indiana, and came to Kansas in 1886. He was married to Electa NORTON October 23, 1903. Two children, with the mother, survive. The children are Mrs. Colene LEONHARD, Hunter, and Joseph Lee MILLER, Barnard. Also one foster daughter, Thanet WRIGHT of Barnard. Three sisters and one brother also mourn his death: Mrs. Minnie SALES, Beloit, Mrs. Katherine FOUTS, Wichita, Mrs. Jessie YOHE, Newton and one brother, Willard MILLER, Concordia. Mr. MILLER had been engaged in farming. He enjoyed good health but was taken suddenly ill, Sunday, October 4. He grew steadily worse and was taken to the Beoit Hospital, Monday where an operation for gall stones was performed. He died shortly after the operation..... Funeral services were held Thursday afternoon in the Methodist Church at Barnard with Rev. J. H. REYNOLDS in charge. Burial was in the Milo Cemetery. submitted by Bill and Diana Sowers (Note... We are not related to this person. MILLER --- Ruthie Rosella MILLER Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, Dec. 9, 1926 ---Ruthie Rosella MILLER was born in Gage Co., Neb., Jan. 31, 1866, and passed away at her home in Lincoln Dec. 6, 1926, being at the time of her death 60 years, 10 months and 5 days. At the age of 9 years she removed with her parents to Missouri where they lived 12 years, coming to Ellsworth Co. in March '85 where she taught her first school. She came to Lincoln County 32 years ago, where she taught four terms in rural schools, 17 years in Lincoln and 8 years in Beverly grades, then was elected to the office of Conty Superintendent in Nov. 1920 which duties she diligently and faithfully performed until about 1 month ago was compelled to give up work on account of her health. � She leaves to mourn her loss one sister, Dana, her parents and brother having passed on before. � Interment in Lincoln cemetery. MONTGOMERY --- Charles Edwin Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, Oct 11, 1934 ---Charles Edwin, eldest son of Robert and Eliza Montgomery was born at Dary, New Hampshire on February 7, 1853. and after a lingering illness and much suffering, his God called him to come rest where pain and sorrow is on [sic] more, at his home at Prairie Grove on Sunday September 23, 1934, aged 81 years, 7 months and 16 days. At the age of one with his parents and one sister moved to Iowa, where 17 years of his life was spent, then hearing the call of Kansas the family migrated to the great plains state where they found the endless prairie beckoning for strong hands and plow men and families that any price could glimpse in the future the homes as are today. The willingness to apply self and plenty of courage stand as a testimony of their sterling worth. Having lived in this immediate community the past 62 years truly we can say he is one who through privations, faithful labors, loneliness, hopes long deferred, helped win the deserved fruitfulness, the plains to beauty. He was united in marriage to Rachel Pfaff on August 4th, 1880. To this union seven children were born, Robert and Nellie preceding him in death, surviving are Fran of Arnold, Andy of Ransom, Atha of Winona, Roy [Ray] and Lora of Lincoln, Kansas, 13 grandchildren, 1 stepdaughter Ida, 2 brothers, Edd of Salina, George of Lincoln, 4 sisters, Mrs. J.D. Fancher, Lincoln, Mrs. Mary Potter, Mrs. A. A> Krugg of Coffeyville and Mrs. R.F. Herman of Abilene, many nieces and nephews, he will be greatly missed by all. Interment in the Prairie Grove cemetery. MONTGOMERY --- George MONTGOMERY Lincoln Sentinel Republican, April 3, 1947 ---George Montgomery, a resident of Lincoln county for more than 76 years, passed away unexpectedly at his home in Lincoln shortly before 11 o'clock Saturday night. Death resulted from a health [sic] attack. Born in Iowa February 2, 1869, George Montgomery came to Lincoln county in 1873 with his parents, Robert and Eliza Montgomery, locating on a farm in the Prairie Grove community. This farm remained his home until about 1914 when he moved to Lincoln with his mother who died three years later, October 17, 1917. George was one of 12 children in the family, all except one of whom have preceded him in death. His sister Mrs. Carrie Herman of Abilene, is the nearest surviving relative. There are numerous nephews and nieces who will mourn their loss. Funeral services were held for Mr. Montgomery this Wednesday afternoon from the Lincoln Methodist church of which he was a faithful and conscientious member. The service was conducted by the Rev. B. A. Lovelady and interment was made in the Prairie Grove cemetery. Born of a pioneer family George Montgomery lived to see this section of Kansas develop from wide and open prairie into a section of thriving farms and cities. His parents had migrated from the New England states to Iowa at about the time of the Civil War so that their children were truly reared in a home where pioneering was an important factor. In the great prairie fire of March 13, 1879, Robert Montgomery, the father, and a son, Bobby, lost their lives. In the same fire, the Montgomery home and all their belonging were destroyed. It was a tragedy never to be forgotten. MONTGOMERY -- Rachel Melville McKINNEY PFAFF MONTGOMERY Lincoln Sentinel-Repbublican, 5 August 1937 Hardships of Pioneer Days Well Known to Her Rachel Melville MCKINNEY was born at Knoxville, Iowa on November 16th, 1835 and departed this life on July 27, 1937 at her home northwest of Lincoln, Kansas at the age of 81 y 8 m and 11 days. As a small girl she moved from her birthplace with her parents to northeast Missouri, locating near Hamburg, were she grew to womanhood. In the fall of 1873 she was united in marriage to Isaac PFAFF and the young couple came west to Kansas, locating on a farm 12 miles northwest of Lincoln. Three children were born to this union, two of whom died in infancy. Mr. PFAFF lost his life in a prairie fire that swept this community in 1879. On August 4th. 1880 she was married a second time to Charles E. MONTGOMERY and they lived on a farm in the Prairie Grove neighborhood until his passing in September 1934. She continued to make this farm her home until her death on Tuesday this week. This union was blessed with four sons and three daughters, one son, Robert, passing at the age of three years, and a daughter, Mrs. Nellie LESSOR who died in 1913 leaving two small children, Viola and Blaine LESSOR, who made their home with their grandparents for several years. She is survived by her children Mrs. Ida HOWELL, Ray MONTGOMERY, Mrs. Lora NELSON, all of Lincoln, Kansas; L. F. MONTGOMERY of Arnold, Kansas; Andrew MONTGOMERY of Ransom, Kansas; Mrs. Atha JONES of Winona, Kansas; two brothers and one sister, Will MCKINNEY and Mrs. Delilah POUNDS of Vesper Kansas, Lon MCKINNEY of Lincoln, Kansas; twenty-two grandchildren, thirty great grandchildren, besides more distant relatives and a host of friends. Funeral services were held on Thursday afternoon at the Prairie Grove Church. Neighbors and friends of the family carried the body to the last resting place in the Prairie Grove cemetery. Typed from source newspaper article, edited and submitted by Robert "Buck" JONES, 5609 SW 23rd St., Topeka, Kansas,66614 rrjones@maci-mag.com MOORE --- Hazel Nimmons Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, June 18, 1964 ---Word has been received here of the death of Mrs. Hazel Nimmons MOORE, who passed away recently in Seattle, Wash., at the age of 79. Mrs. MOORE was born in Plymouth, Ohio, but spent much of her early life in Kansas. She was graduated from Lincoln High School and later the family moved to Salina. Her husband, David R. MOORE, passed away unexpectedly on a trip to Washington, D.C., to attend a Shrine convention. Left with two small sons, Mrs. MOORE put them through school and then moved to Seattle in 1941. She was a retired Issaquah school teacher. Services for Mrs. MOORE were held in Seattle Monday, June 8, at 3 o'clock p.m., followed by cremation. Survivors are two sons, David MOORE of Edmonds, and Daniel J. MOORE of Portland; a sister, Mrs. Ruth STEVENSON of Glendale, Calif., and five grandchildren. Two brothers, Freling and Tom NIMMONS, preceded her in death. MOORE --- Martha Ann Lincoln Sentinel, April 27, 1905 ---After two months of helplessness from a stroke of paralysis, Mrs. Martha Ann MOORE, wife of Harry R. MOORE, Lincoln county Kansas. All care was taken for her recovery. She was brought to the Lincoln sanitarium, and her daughter Winnie came from her home in New Jersey to minister to her. Her husband and the doctor did all they could, and at one time they had strong hopes of her recovery, but on April 21, she fell asleep in death. She was born in Fulton county, Ohio, 61 years ago, and moved to Illinois when only 5 years of age, and lived in Peoria. The Moores came to Kansas City in '68, and to Lincoln county, Kansas in '83, and settled on a lovely farm on Spring Creek. She leaves one sister at Pittsburg, Kansas. Her brother, husband and daughter are now with us. She lived for those she loved and was the life of her beautiful home. She had some very near and true friends. She was very cheerful and loved the bright side of life. A great reader. She sought after the jewels of gold and silver and despised the false. [Submitted by Tracee Hamilton. I am not related to this person.] MORRICAL - Mrs. May Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, June 14, 1973 --- Mrs. May MORRICAL, 91, Beverly, died Saturday at the Rock City Manor rest center, Minneapolis. She was born in Illinois Nov. 16, 1881, and had lived in Beverly since she was 4 years old. She had lived at the Rest Home the past 1 1/2 years. Surviving are a daughter, Mrs. Eva HANSEN, Beverly, a grandchild and 2 great-grandchildren. The funeral was at 2 p.m. Tuesday, June 12, at the Hall Mortuary, Lincoln, the Rev. Harlan RITTGERS officiating. Burial was in the Beverly Cemetery. Submitted by Tracee Hamilton (Note: no relation). MORRIS --- Orivlle W. MORRIS Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, Thursday, September 24, 1936 ---Orville W. MORRIS, a veteran of the Spanish American War, died early Saturday morning at the home of Mrs. and Mrs. Dan HAROLD, death being due to heart disease. Although he had been in poor health for some time, his death was unexpected. Very little is known of Mr. MORRIS' life and if he had relatives, he never spoke of them. For more than a year he had made his home with the HAROLD family, coming to Lincoln from Barnard, where he had resided for several years. He was a man of about 63 years of age. Funeral services were held Monday afternoon from the Harold home with the Rev. J. R. WONDER, pastor of the Lincoln Methodist Church in charge. Keith HUNTER and Frank PEDROJA, Jr. played a hymn as a cornet duet, the music being very appropriate to the simple rites. At the Lincoln Cemetery where internment was made, the Lincoln County Post of the American legion was in carge, burying Mr. MORRIS with the impressive military service. submitted by Bill and Diana Sowers (Note... We are not related to this person. MORTON � Mrs. Sherman MORTON Lincoln Sentinel-Republican -- Dec. 28, 1944 --- Funeral services are to be held Friday afternoon at 2 o�clock from the Beverly Methodist Church for Mrs. Sherman MORTON who died at her home in Beverly Monday. Although she had not been in good health, Mrs. Morton had been up and around until she suffered a severe heart attack Christmas day. Friends extend sympathy to the bereaved family. MOSS --- [Child] MOSS Lincoln County Beacon Thursday, September 2, 1880. --- (From Pinon area local news section of paper) One of the children of Mr. Charles MOSS living opposite Rocky Point, below Paris, was buried on Wednesday evening. submitted by Bill and Diana Sowers (Note... We are not related to this person. We found this death notice while looking through the paper.) MUNCH --- Emma M. RASMUSSEN MUNCH Lincoln Sentinel-Republican Thursday, August 28, 1941 ---Emma M. RASMUSSEN, daughter of Andrew and Ane RASMUSSEN, was born on the pioneer farm of her parents near Denmark, Kansas, May 8, 1876, and departed this life in Asbury Hospital at Salina, Kansas, August 19, 1941, at the age of 65 years, three months and 11 days. She was baptized and confirmed in the Denmark Lutheran Church, retaining her membership throughout her life. On April 29, 1906, she was married to Christian MUNCH of Lincoln and it was in this city they have spent their entire married life. One of a family of six children, Mrs. MUNCH was preceded in death by two sisters, Mrs. Ida KINTZEL and Mrs. Minnie BOGH. Surviving are her brother, Emil RASMUSSEN of Lincoln, and her sisters, Mrs, Maggie JENSEN of Solvang, California, Mrs. Julia NAUMAN of Denmark, Kansas. Funeral services were held at the home Friday afternoon, August 22at 1 o'clock ..... Burial was made in the Denmark Cemetery. Pallbearers were F. W. MEYER, E. R. LIGGETT, Paul SWANSON, Alvin WALTERS, J. W. DODDS, H. P. NIELSEN. During the hour of the service from the home in Lincoln, business houses in Lincoln remained closed and the vest bower of flower attested to the high esteem of the many friends and acquaintances of the family.... submitted by Bill and Diana Sowers (Note... We are not related to this person. We found this death notice while looking through the paper.) MURRAY - John Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, Jan. 18, 1940 --- John MURRAY, 75, passed away at his home in Barnard Tuesday, January 2, his death due to heart disease. He had been in poor health for two years and in the last year had lost his eyesight. He had to have constant care. Funeral services were held Thursday monring at 10:30 o'clock from the Catholic church in Delphos conducted by Father KOEPERICK of Minneapolis. Burial was in the Delphos Catholic cemetery. Six nephews acted as pallbearers. They were J.C. MURRAY, W.B. MURRAY, George MURRAY, Fulton and Chester BRO and George HOLLAND. Mr. Murray, who came to Kansas from Illinois in 1974, settled in Jewell county, coming to the Barnard community in 1892. Since 1919, Mr. and Mrs. MURRAY made their home in Barnard. Surviving are the widow, Mrs. Marcella C. MURRAY, and four children, Kate GRIFFIN of Barnard, Anne CRUMRINE, Mary COZAD and Lenora CROM, all of Mt. Vernon, Washington. Other survivors include 19 grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren, one brother and four sisters. Submitted by Tracee Hamilton (no relation). NASH --- Mrs. NASH Lincoln County Beacon Thursday, November 25, 1880. ---Mrs. NASH, mother of J. FANRSWORTH, living some miles up the river, was burned to death by her clothes catching fire a few days ago... Mrs. NASH was 83 years old. submitted by Bill and Diana Sowers (Note... We are not related to this person. We found this death notice while looking through the paper.) NELSON --- Hulda NELSON Lincoln County Beacon Thursday, August 5, 1880. ---Died August 4th of dysentery, Hulda, daughter of Charles and Ida NELSON of Indiana Township, aged 10 months and 10 days; will be buried today. submitted by Bill and Diana Sowers (Note... We are not related to this person. We found this death notice while looking through the paper.) NELSON --- Juanita Faye NELSON Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, Thursday, September 24, 1936 ---Juanita Faye NELSON, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Frank C. NELSON, was born at Vesper, Kansas January 13, 1913, and died at her home near Downs, Kansas, September 11, 1936, age 23 years, 7 months and 28 days. Juanita was christened in the Evangelical Lutheran Church March 30, 1913 and confirmed March 31, 1929. She granduated from Wichita, Kansas, high school in 1930 and came with her parents to Downs, Kansas in August, 1933. Six years of her life were spent in Alberta, Canada. She was a member of the Rebekah lodge of Downs.... She leaves to mourn her untimely death her father and mother, two brothers, Kenneth and Cletus, two grandfathers and many other relatives while her friends are numbered by her acquaintances. Funeral services were held from the home and the Lutheran Church in Denmark, Sunday morning, conducted by Rev. Fred BLANDING of Downs... Interment was in the churchyard at Denmark. submitted by Bill and Diana Sowers (Note... We are not related to this person. NELSON --- Selma C. Lincoln Republican, March 17, 1887 ---Died at her home near Pleasant Valley, Lincoln county, Kan., March 7th, from effects of diphtheria, Selma C., daughter of Clis and [??] NELSON, aged 11 years, 2 months and 27 days. The Master has called away from earth to his heavenly home a very pure, loving child. He alone knows how much she will be missed at home. NOON --- Ellen McManamon NOON Lincoln Sentinel, Nov. 13, 1913 ---Mrs. Thomas S. NOON died at the home of her son, William, near Vesper, Sunday, Nov. 9, 1913, at the age of 76. Ellen McMANAMON was born in County Mayo, Ireland, in 1837 and came to America with her parents at the age of 12 years settling in New Albany, Ind. She was united in marriage to Thomas S. NOON in December 1853. To this union were born 13 children, only two survive their mother, William NOON and Mrs. Lizzie SMITH. Ellen NOON came to Kansas with her husband in 1866 and settled temporarily at Ft. Riley. There she volunteered to nurse the soldiers who had cholera. From Ft. Riley they moved to Ft. Harker, now Kanopolis. Then they came to Lincoln county ahd homesteaded four miles west of Lincoln Center where she lived until the end came. She enjoyed relating their experiences of the indian raids. In 1869 she made her escape on horseback over the Saline river at Nicholas Whalen crossing carrying her baby on her shoulder. The Indians destroyed property and massacred those who failed to escape. She was a kind, loving mother and a good kind neighbor, always willing to assist in sickness and trouble. The funeral services were conducted by Rev. Father FITZGERALD and the interment was made in the Catholic cemetery south of Lincoln. NOON --- Thomas NOON Lincoln Sentinel, April 14, 1898 --- James A. SMITH furnishes us the following data concerning the life and death of a pioneer citizen of Lincoln county: Thomas NOON died at No. 1912 Arapahoe street, Denver, Colo., the 5th inst. and was buried on the 7th. He was born in Mayo County, Ireland, in 1831, came to America in 1854, landing at New Orleans. After a short residence in New Orleans he removed to New Albany, Ind., where lived for 12 years, being engaged in steamboating on the Ohio and Mississippi rivers a greater part of that time. He afterwards removed to Kansas and worked for the U.S. government at Forts Leavenworth, Riley and Harker for about three years, during which time he filed papers on the land four miles west of Lincoln, where he resided till the middle of last February, continuously, except when driven away by the Indians when they made their several raids through this country. He was here during the last Indian raid in this county when there were 13 persons killed. Mr. Noon was married to Miss Ellen McMAHON at New Albany, Ind. Ten children were born to them, only three of whom, with their mother, survive the father. These children are Mary, who is married and lives in Denver, Lizzie, who is married to Henry A. SMITH and lives three miles west of this city, and William, unmarried and resident unknown. He leaves no near relatives to mourn his loss except his widow, Mrs. Ellen NOON, and the three children above-mentioned, and his brother Patrick, who is two years his senior. The brothers lived close neighbors for the last 25 or 30 years. The surviving relatives have the sympathy of the people of the whole community. PAINTER --- Barbara SCHMIDT PAINTER Lincoln Sentinel-Republican -- Dec. 28, 1944 --- Mrs. Barbara PAINTER, one of the best known residents of Beverly, passed away at her home in that community early Saturday morning, death coming to her quietly while she slept. She had not been ill although she had been suffering from a cold and her sudden passing came as a severe shock to family and friends. She had reached the age of 79 years. Funeral services for Mrs. PAINTER were held Tuesday afternoon from the home in Beverly, conducted Rev. Verne DENHAM. Burial was made in the Beverly cemetery. Surviving nearest relatives are her two children, John F. PAINTER and Mrs. Leonard LOY of Lincoln. PAINTER --- Stephen G. PAINTER Lincoln Sentinel -- May 2, 1918 --- Mr. S.G. PAINTER died at his home in Beverly on April 27, and in his death Beverly loses a faithful friend, Lincoln county one of her best types of pioneers and the State one of her builders. Coming as he did from one of the fine old families of the Keystone State whose splendid men and noble women were builders of that empire, he did much to emplant [sic] high ideals and the better tradition in the fertile soil of a state in the making. A man of quiet life to whose nature self-assertion was utterly foreign, it remains for his friends to tell of his virtues, and his virtues were many. Kindliness, honesty, uprightness, hopefulness, cheerfulness, sobriety, devoted to his home, his family and his church, he was all that may be summed up in the term "A splendid Christian gentleman of the old school. His business associates had the greatest confidence in him. His friends who knew him well enough to know his quiet humor know how much better the world is for his having lived in it. To his family his loss is irreparable, but they have a splendid heritage of a memory without a regret, a memory unspoiled by any flaw. A greater heritage than this can no man leave to his own. PARKER --- Stella PARKER Saline Valley Register, July 11, 1877 ---On Friday, July 6th, 1877, at the residence of Capt. W.S. WAIT, Miss Stella PARKER, aged 16 years, one month and three days. Miss Parker was a niece of Mrs. W.S. Wait, and had come here but a few weeks since, hoping that her failing health might be restored, but nothing seemd to give her relief, and she has thus peacefully and uncomplainingly passed away. She was an intelligent, amiable and pleasant young lady. She was buried last Saturday in the silent little city on the hil, where the wild flowers bloom and the meadow larks sing their sweetest songs. Her sister, Miss Clara Parker, arrived from Santa Cruz, Calif., a couple of hours before her death, but it was too late; she did not know the dear sister she had talked about and wished for so many times. It is to be hoped they may meet on that beautiful shore where partings are unknown and sorrows never come. The funeral services were conducted by Rev. H.C. Bradbury, nearly all the citizens of the place being present. PARSONS --- Charles PARSONS Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, Nov. 25, 1926 ---Charles PARSONS, son of Charles and Charlotte PARSONS, was born at Pontiac, Mich., Dec. 28, 1850, and died at his home six miles southeast of Barnard, Kan., on Nov. 22, 1926, aged 75 years, ten months and 24 days. He was married at Detroit, Mich., on Aug. 10, 1871, to Miss Sarah CRAWFORD. To this union were born 10 children, five sons, and five daughters, all of whom with the exception of Frank, the youngest son who was killed in action in the Argonne, France, and his wife survive him. One sister also survives and three grandchildren. He was associated with his father in the manufacture of carriages in Pontiac and later moved to Junction City, Kan., in 1881. In 1886 he moved to Lincoln county, to the farm which was his home until he died. PEATE - Laura (Mrs. J.J.) PEATE Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, July 2, 1925 --- Mrs. J.J. PEATE died at her home in Beverly, Friday, June 26, after a prolonged illness. Rev. KUHN of Salina, her former pastor, conducted the services where were held at 2:30 o'clock, Sunday afternoon at the township hall in Beverly. Mrs. PEATE was one of the pioneers of this county, coming here with her husband over forty years ago and was a resident of Beverly for 28 years. They first settled near Shady Bend, later moved to Beverly where Mr. PEATE is now president of the Beverly State Bank. She was for many years an active member of the Women's Relief Corps. Besides her husband, Mrs. PEATE is survived by a brother, W.C. PAGE and his family. Submitted by Tracee Hamilton (note: no relation). PERKINS --- Ida May PERKINS Lincoln Sentinel --- August 18, 1910 ---On Monday of this week, the morning express brought from Plainville, Kansas, the remains of Mrs. Ida May PERKINS, to be laid "at rest" in the family burying ground at Lincoln. Ida May MOSS was born in Wayne County, Iowa, May 12, 1868, came to Kansas with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Martin MOSS, in 1885. She was united in marriage to Frank E. PERKINS, April 12, 1887. Died at 5:40 p.m., Saturday, August 13, at her home in Plainville, Kansas. Her husband, five sons and two daughters survive her; also her father and mother and six brothers. All these were at her funeral except four brothers, also Mr. and Mrs. Ed PERKINS of Manhattan, her husband's parents. She was a good and nobel, good, kind and loving woman. Her memory will be precious, and will call all to a higher and more self sacrificing life. (Added article from "Local Items" of this issue: Mr. and Mrs. Martin MOSS were called from Siloam Springs, Ark., to Plainville Saturday on account of the death of their daughter, Mrs. Frank PERKINS.) Contributed by Bill and Diana Sowers. No relation to us. PERSHING --- Catherine L. PERSHING Lincoln County Beacon, July 30, 1885 (Note: This obituary spelled the surname as PERSING. The cemetery records show the name as PERSHING. If anyone can clear up the confusion, contact Tracee Hamilton at tracee.hamilton2@verizon.net.) ---Catherine L., wife of Alba Pershing, died at her home in Lincoln, Thursday, July 23. Decased was born Nov. 13, 1834, in Mercer county, Pa. At the age of 18 she united with the Presbyterian Church, since which time she has lived a consistent Christian life. Fourteen years ago she was married to the one who now mourns her death. Thirteen years of their married life was spent in Michigan, at the end of which time they removed to Kansas on account of Mrs. Persing's failing health. They reached Lincoln last spring, but too late to save her from decline and death. At the date of her decease, she was 50 years of age. Her death was peaceful and even joyous - made so by the bright hope which she had of a future immortality. The funeral was held in the Presbyterian Church, the day following her death, and her body rests in the neighboring cemetery. [Lincoln Cemetery]. PERSONETT --- Serena Evelina The Barnard Bee, March 9, 1929 ---The George WHITE home in west Barnard was the scene of a tragedy last Thursday afternoon shortly after four o'clock, which saddened and shocked this entire community. Mrs. I. S. PERSONETT was burned so badly that she died four hours later, and her daughter Mrs. George WHITE is in serious condition from burns caused when the home-made medicine, which the two women were making and which contained turpentine and rosin, exploded. Serena Evelina VROOMAN was born in Iowa, February 23, 1857 and was 72 years old at the time of her death. When a small child she moved with her parents to Illinois. At age eleven her parents moved again, this time settling in Graham County Kansas; since that time, this has been her native state. She grew to womanhood on the Kansas plains and was married to I. S. PERSONETT, at Belleville, Kansas on May 6, 1874. To this union were born nine children; her sons John and Ben preceded their mother in death. When a girl, Mrs. PERSONETT united with the Christian Church has remained a staunch Christian. In 1917 the PERSONETT's moved to Tonganoxie, Kansas and in 1923 they moved to Bernard to be near their daughter, Mrs. George WHITE. She leaves to mourn her loss besides her heartbroken husband, the following children: Mrs. Daisy WHITE, Barnard, Kansas; Joseph W. PERSONETT, Kansas City, MO; Guiles W. PERSONETT, Litchfield, Ill.; Arthur J. PERSONETT, Manette, Washington; Mrs. Rhetta TOUSLEY, Philadelphia, Pa.; and Merton D. PERSONETT, Kansas City, MO. Her grandson Louis GILL, who has made his home with his grandparents for many years, is also left to mourn her death with a host of other relatives and friends. All of Mrs. Personett's children were here for their mother's funeral with the exception ofArthur, who because of ill health, could not be here. Funeral services were held at the George WHITE home in Barnard at ten o'clock Monday morning. Rev. John H. REYNOLDS, Baptist Pastor of this place was in charge of the services assisted by Rev. George PERRILL. Interment was made in the Milo Cemetery. Submitted by Stefanie Hatfield, sthatfield@oz.sunflower.org PERSONETT --- Isreal Stacey (Unknown newspaper) Isreal Stacey PERSONETT, son of Thomas and Catherine PERSONETT, was born at Warsaw, Ind., October 19, 1853, and passed away at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Ellen COLEMAN, in Belleville, January 11, 1942, having attained the age of 88 years, 2 months, and 22 days. He moved to Kansas at an early age when this country was new, and was one of the pioneers in the development of this state. In common with other early settlers he and his family endured the hardships of pioneer life; prairie fires, grasshoppers, drought and hot winds; and saw the country develop from sod houses to prosperous communities. He was married on May 6, 1874, to Miss Serena Evelina VROOMAN. In 1879 they homesteaded in Graham County. In 1901 the family located in Hill City. In 1917 they moved to Tonganoxie. The family moved again in 1923 to Barnard. While living here, in 1929, he lost his wife and companion who died from burns as the result of an explosion. One daughter, Mrs. Daisy WHITE later died from injuries received at the same time. Mr. PERSONETT was a member of the Christian church, having united with this church while living at Hill City. He engaged in various occupations as pioneer life demanded, but for the most part followed the trade of carpenter. He is reported as a man of unusually keen sense of humor until old age and failing health robbed him of the joy of living. Three children preceded him in death: John, Ben and Daisy. He is survived by six children: Mrs. Ellen COLEMAN of Belleville; Joseph PERSONETT of Kansas City, Kan.; Guiles PERSONETT of Litchfield, Ill.; Arthur PERSONETT of Bremerton, Wash.; Mrs. Rhetta TOUSLEY of Kansas City, MO.; and Merton PERSONETT of Denver. There are also 14 grandchildren, and 11 great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held Tuesday morning at the Lahodny Funeral chapel, in charge of the Rev. C. W. ROLL of the Christian church. Interment was made in Barnard cemetery. Submitted by Stefanie Hatfield, sthatfield@oz.sunflower.org PESCADOR --- Jose PESCADOR Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, Thursday, October 15, 1936 ---Jose PESCADOR, eldest son of Mr. and Mrs. Simon PESCADOR, died at his home near the Union Pacific depot on Thursday evening, October 8. He was not quite 11 years old. He was born November 22, 1925 at Cortazar in the state of Guanajuato, Mexico and at the age of three years he came with his parents to Lincoln where they have lived since that time, 1928. Jose attended the Central School and was in fifth grade. He complained of a headache last Wednesday afternoon and the teacher sent him home after the last recess. He died the following day. He was the eldest of a family of six and leaves to mourn their loss his father and mother, four brothers, Augustine, John, Simon, Jesus and one sister, Lucille. Jose was baptized November 30, 1925, at Cortazar, Guanajuata, Mexixo. He made his first Communion June 25, 1933, and received the sacrament of Confirmation October 4, 1935 in St. Patrick's Church at Lincoln. The day of Confirmation the Bishop highly commended him on the intelligent answers to his questions on the Catechism. The body was brought to the home Saturday afternoon and funeral services were held in the Catholic Cemetery south of Lincoln at 2 p.m. Sunday afternoon with Father MULVIHILL in charge. Contributed by Bill and Diana Sowers. No relation to us. PFAFF --- Oscar PFAFF Lincoln Beacon, Oct. 4, 1900 ---Oscar PFAFF, the 1-month-old infant of William PFAFF and wife of Battle Creek township, died October 2, of influenza. PFAFF --- Blanche E. PFAFF Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, Dec. 23, 1965 ---Blanche E. Pfaff, daughter of Jacob F. and Lucy Ann Cloud Pfaff, was born August 18th, 1871, in Johnson County, Iowa, and passed away at St. John's Hospital, Salina, Kansas, December 7th at the age of 94 years, three months and 19 days. She moved to Kansas with her family when she was a young woman and had made her home in Lincoln county most of the time since. She taught school for many years, teaching in Iowa and North Dakota, as well as Kansas, but always calling Kansas her home. She was a member of the Methodist Church and taught a Sunday School class as long as her health permitted. She was also an active member of the W.C.T.U. She leaves to mourn her passing, two sisters, Mrs. Mary McCracken of Boulder, Colo., and Mrs. Reba Boyer, of Englewood, Colorado, and many nieces and nephews. PHEGLEY --- George W. PHEGLEY Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, Nov. 26, 1942 ---George W. PHEGLEY, son of William H. and Mary E. PHEGLEY, was born in Warsaw, Mo., Jan. 24, 1872, and died Nov. 16, 1942, at the age of 70 years, nine months and 23 days. At an early age he moved with his parents to Glen Elder, Kansas. After finishing the city schools of Glen Elder he attended the Illinois Photographic School and then followed his profession. He located in Glen Elder, and then moved to Alton, Kansas, in 1898. He was united in marriage to Florence BROWN on Sept. 11, 1899. To this union one child was born, a daughter. July 1911, Mr. Phegley established himself in business in Lincoln, Kansas, and he remained here active in his profession to the time of his death. Beside his wife, he leaves to mourn his loss one daughter, Mrs. J.R. HUTTON of Lakin, Kansas; two sisters, Mrs. Bertha WEBSTER, Beloit, Kansas, and Mrs. Rose LOWER, Springfield, Ohio, and one half-brother, Gordon ALLEN of Nowata, Okla. Funeral services were held from the Lincoln Presbyterian church Wednesday afternoon, Nov. 18, conducted by Dr. R.L. VANCE. Interment was made in Lincoln cemetery. PIERCE --- Lillian Agnes PIERCE Saline Valley Register, Dec. 6, 1878 ---On Thursday, the 30th of November, 1876, Lillian Agnes, daughter of C.L. and Annie PIERCE, aged seven months and four days. Yes, the little darling is dead. Dead to all things earthly, but alive and happy in that city with pearly gates and dazzling thrones where angels robed in spotless white chant their sweetest songs in the presence of Him who upon earth blessed little children and bade them come unto Him. PIERCE --- Lizzie PIERCE Lincoln County Beacon Thursday, May 6, 1880. ---Lizzie PIERCE, wife of John J. PIERCE, died on Thursday, April 29th, at her home near Pinon, Lincoln County, Kansas. Mrs. PIERCE was one of the oldest settlers in her neighborhood. (This is a summary of the original obit.) submitted by Bill Sowers (Note... We are not related to this person. We found this obit while looking through the paper.) PLATZ --- Sylvia Evangeline PLATZ Lincoln Republican Thursday, January 2, 1919. ---Sylvia Evangeline PLATZ died Saturday morning, December 21, 1918, at the St. Luke's Hospital, Kansas City, Missouri, at the age of 18 years, [during surgery]. Eva was born near Alma, Kansas, September 4, 1900. She lived with her parents at 813 West Walnut, Salina, Kansas. This summary of the original obituary was submitted by Bill and Diana Sowers. (Note... we are not related to this person) POWELL --- Elizabeth Ann LIMPUS POWELL Lincoln Sentinel January 1901 ---POWELL- Elizabeth Anna LIMPUS was born in Columbia Township, Fayette County, Indiana, November 7, 1830. She was married to John POWELL, February 13, 1850, and in February of 1877 the family moved from Indiana to Lincoln County, Kansas and located on a farm in Colorado Township where they have since made their home. Mrs. POWELL died from heart failure at 8:15 on the night of December 31, 1900, aged 70 years 1 month and 24 days. She had been sick nearly six weeks and during her illness she was all patience and love; she uttered no words of complaint but seemed ready to depart when her time would come. The deceased was the mother of seven children, two girls and five boys, all of whom survive her. Six of her children kindly cared for her during most of her illness. One daughter could not be with her, she being in ill health at her home in Indiana. Her husband who had been devoted to her those 50 years of wedded life will miss her more than others can know. Together they planned and worked to make a pleasant home, and the world is evidently better because they have lived in it. Besides her family she leaves one sister, two brothers and a host of other relatives and friends who regret her departure from our midst but will remember her as a good woman, faithful wife and noble mother, for to know her was to love her. The sympathy of neighbors and friends is extended to the bereaved ones. The interment was made in the Beverly Cemetery. The funeral services were conducted by Rev. Fitzwater. Submitted by: Richard Wiesner, rwiesner@sprintmail.com POWELL - Lydia Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, June 14, 1973 --- The funeral for Mrs. Lydia Melinda POWELL, 96, lifetime Beverly resident, was at 2 p.m. Friday, June 8, in the Hall mortuary chapel, the Rev. Harlan RITTGERS officiating. Burial was in the Beverly cemetery. Mrs. POWELL died Monday at the Lincoln County hospital, Lincoln. She was born Jan. 4, 1977, at Beverly. The Powells farmed near Beverly until Mr. Powell's retirement, when the family moved into the city. Mrs. Powell's husband, Merritte, died in 1961. Surviving are 2 sons, Willard, Beverly, and Merritte, Brooklyn, N.Y.; 3 daughters, Mrs. Olive WEST, Lincoln; Mrs. Ola WIESNER, Wichita, and Mrs. Sylvia DRENNON, Reno, Nev.; a sister, Mrs. Olive HARSHBARGER, Martinez, Calif.; a brother, Seth CLARK, San Luis Obispo, Calif.; 15 grandchildren, 37 great-grandchildren, and 8 great-great-grandchildren. Submitted by Tracee Hamilton (note: no relation). POWELL --- MINNIE (SALYER) POWELL The Star, Beverly, Kansas, Oct. 26 1893 ---Miss Minnie SALYER was born July 6, 1867, near Laurel Ind. Was married to Solon POWELL, May 10, 1891. Died near Beverly, Kansas, Oct 23 1893. In life she was loved by all who knew her. As a school teacher she was a success. As a daughter and wife, she was a model. She died believing in Christ and praying, if it was his will to be taken to her Home on high, where we believe she has gone, after a long and painful illness. She leaves a husband, mother, kind step father, brother, and many relatives and dear friends to mourn their loss. The funeral service was conducted in the church at Beverly, Kan., Oct. 24th 1893, by Rev. Skiles. The church was not large enough to admit the many friends who were present. She taught the schools, Beverly, Twelve Mile, and Table Rock, which schools were respectfully dismissed, granting the pupils the privilege of a last look at their teacher. Submitted by: Richard Wiesner, rwiesner@sprintmail.com POWELL --- Phillip J. H. [John Phillip] POWELL The Lincoln Sentinel, January 23, 1913 ---Phillip J. H. POWELL was born December the 29th, 1826 at Templesville, Maryland. He moved with his father, James POWELL, to Indiana in the year of 1835. Was married to Elizabeth LIMPUS, February 13, 1851. To this union were born seven children, five sons and two daughters. He is survived by his five sons, Allcaid, Theren, Salon, Hassen, and Merritt, twenty-one grand children and five great grand children. His wife and two daughters preceded him to a better world. He moved his family to Kansas in the year of 1877, in March moved on the farm where he resided until his death. He died on the 15th day of January 1913 after an illness of nine weeks and three days at the age of 86 years and 17 days. He was a highly respected citizen by all who knew him, always having a kind and pleasant word to everyone. The funeral was held from the house Friday at 11 o'clock by Rev. J. H. Kuhn of Salina. Submitted by: Richard Wiesner, rwiesner@sprintmail.com PRAY --- Eliza Ellen Siders PRAY Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, Nov. 5, 1931 ----Eliza Ellen SIDERS was born May 27, 1856, and departed this life in her home at Ceresco, Neb., Oct. 22, 1931, at the age of 75 years, 4 months and 25 days. On July 3, 1874, she was married to Robert HERMAN who preceded her in death in 1908. One son, Charles Martin, died at the age of 2 years and 6 months. On July 9, 1920, she was united in marriage in Salina, Kan., to Mr. Lafayette PRAY. Mr. and Mrs. PRAY then moved to Ceresco, Neb., where she lived until her death. Mrs. PRAY was an early pioneer and knew the hardships and joys of the early pioneer life. She leaves to mourn her going, one sister, Mrs. Martha ALLEN of Freemont, Neb.; and one brother, Joseph SIDERS of Oskaloosa, Iowa; her companion, Mr. Lafayette PRAY, of Ceresco, Neb.; six children: William G. HERMAN and Edward HERMAN of Lincoln; Charley HERMAN of Brownell; Frederick HERMAN of Luray; Mildred GLEASON of Beloit; and Mable LESSOR of Wakeeney; 33 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren and other relatives and friends. Funeral services were held at the Prairie Grove Methodist church. Interment was made in the Prairie Grove cemetery. PROBERT --- Mary J. PROBERT The Beacon of Lincoln County Thursday, August 16, 1883. ---Died August 9, Mary J., wife of Thomas PROBERT of Ada, aged 41. submitted by Bill Sowers (Note... We are not related to this person. We found this obit while looking through the paper.) PRUITT --- Sadie M. PRUITT Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, June 18, 1964 ---Mrs. Sadie M. PRUITT, 89, died Sunday at her home in Barnard after an illness of several months. Born Aug. 1, 1874, in Concordia, she had lived in Barnard most of her life. Survivors include four sons, Harold, Ward and Wilbur PRUITT, all of Barnard, and Walter PRUITT of Simpson; five daughters, Merna PRUITT and Mrs. Ben STOVER, both of Barnard, Mrs. William MYERS of Kansas City, Mo., Mrs. John WEISHAAR of West Columbia, Texas, Mrs. Jack BISHOP of Potter; 16 grandchildren and 22 great-grandchildren. The funeral for Mrs. PRUITT was held this Wednesday morning at McDonald's Chapel in Beloit and burial was in the Saltville cemetery. QUILLIN -- John H. QULLIN Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, Thursday, April 1, 1943 ---John Hamilton QUILLIN, son of Mr. and Mrs. Alexander QUILLIN was born in Guernsey county, Ohio, January 2, 1856, and passed away March 23, 1943, at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Linda LOY at the age of 87 years, two months and 21 days. His parents died when he was but a boy. In 1873 he came to Kansas and located on Spring Creek. He was united in marriage to Mrs. Sarah JOHNSON in September 1882. To this union four children were born. In early manhood, Mr. QUILLIN united with the Methodist church at Ada, Kansas, later transferring his membership to the Methodist church in Barnard. In 1901 he moved to a farm in Logan township, living there until shortly before his death when he went to make his home with his daughter, east of Lincoln. He is preceded in death by his wife, who passed away March 14, 1934; one daughter, Netta, his father, mother and three brothers. He survived by his children, Lorenzo QUILLIN of Denver, Colo.; Mary WALTERS and Linda LOY of Lincoln, Kansas; his step daughter, Mrs. Olla WEST of Lincoln, Kansas; 10 grandchildren, a host of other relatives and friends. Funeral services were held Thursday afternoon from the home in Lincoln, conducted by the Rev. C. E. SPALDING, pastor of the Methodist church. Following the service here, the body was taken to Barnard where services were held in the Methodist church, conducted by the Rev. Fred BLANDING, of Minneapolis, for many years a personal friend of the family and the QUILLIN minister at their Barnard Church home. Burial was made in the Milo Cemetery. Submitted by Scott Holl, great-grandson (scottholl@earthlink.net) QUILLIN --- Nettie QUILLIN The Beacon of Lincoln County Thursday, August 16, 1883. ---Died Tuesday, August 14, in Logan Township, Nettie, the daughter of John and Sarah QUILLEN [sic], aged 1 year. submitted by Bill Sowers (Note... We are not related to this person. We found this obit while looking through the paper.) QUILLIN --- Sarah QUILLIN Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, March 22, 1934 ---Mrs. John QUILLIN passed away at the family home in the Logan neighborhood southeast of Barnard, last Wednesday night about midnight after a lingering illness. Burial was made in the Spring Creek cemetery. Sarah L. HARSHBARGER, daughter of Mr. and Ms. John [Melinda Kessler] HARSHBARGER, was born September 26, 1855 and passed away from this life March 14. In 1870 she came with her parents from Harrison county, Iowa to Lincoln county where she has since resided. She was married to David B. JOHNSON, April 23, 1876. He died June 4, 1877, leaving his wife and one daughter, Olla. On October 11, 1881 she was married to John H. QUILLIN. She is survived by her husband and four children. One daughter, Nettie, died at the age of 18 months. The surviving children are: Lorenzo W. QUILLIN, Mary WALTERS, Linda LOY, Olla WEST. She is also survived by 7 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren and one sister, Hope E. HARRIS of Woodbine, Iowa. Mrs. QUILLIN united with the Baptist church at Ada when a young woman and later transferred her membership to the Methodist church in order to be with her husband in church activities. At the time of her death her membership was in the Methodist church in Barnard. RANDALL --- Charles RANDALL Saline Valley Register (Lincoln Center, KS) ---Wednesday December 25, 1878 ---A sad accident occured on Friday last just about seven miles northeast of here which resulted in the death of a very estimable young man named Charles RANDALL. The deceased, with his brother, Thomas, started from home together in the wagon, taking the gun along for the purpose of shooting whatever game they might see. They had not gone far when a rabbit made its appearance. Charles reached forward taking ahold of the muzzle end of the gun attempting to draw it towards him, when the hammer caught in a blanket in the bottom of the wagon. The weapon was discharged, the whole load entering the head just below the right eye causing almost instant death. Contributed by Bill and Diana Sowers. We are not related to this individual. RANDALL --- George Martin RANDALL Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, March 14, 1929 ---George Martin RANDALL was born at Spencer, Indiana, Jan. 2, 1862, and passed away in Lincoln, March 9, 1929, being at the time of his death 67 years, two months and seven days old. Mr. RANDALL came to Kansas when six years old, he and his sister, Mrs. ALLEN, located at that time at Clay Center where he resided until he was 15 and then struck out for himself. On April 29, 1896, he was united in marriage with Miss Carrie [??] at Dennison, Iowa. They had no children. Almost continuously since their marriage they have been in hotel business, running hotels at different times at Omaha, Neb., Carson, Iowa, and at Peoria, Ill., Mrs. Randall's old home. From there they came to Lincoln about six years ago and have since been in charge of the Windsor hotel. Mr. RANDALL � is survived by his wife and two brothers, John and Joseph, both live in Indiana. Funeral services were held at the Hall Funeral Parlors. Interment was in the Lincoln cemetery. RASMUSSEN --- Mrs. Martin RASMUSSEN Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, October 15, 1936 ---Mette BORGGAARD was born Decembe 10, 1867 in Hunberg, Denmark, Europe, and slept peacefully away October 10, 1936 at her home in Vesper, Kansas at the age of 68 years and 10 months. She came to America from her home in Eruope when a young girl in the year 1887 and was united in marriage to Martin RASMUSSEN on September 2, 1893 at Denmark, Kansas. She leaves to mourn her departure, her husband and six children, namely: Roy of Long Beach, Calif.; Mrs. Bergetta JEPSEN, of Ash Grove; Mrs. Mary ANDERSEN of Prairie Grove; Chris of Denmark [i. e. Denmark, Kansas]; Sam and Harry of Vesper. Also surviving are six grandchildren, a sister, Mrs. Elsie HANSEN of Enumclaw, Washington; a sister-in-law, Mrs. J. C. VIDRICKSON of New Cambria; a brother-in-law, Lewis RASMUSSEN of Salina, besides other relatives and a host of old neighbors and friends. For six years after her marriage she lived in Niles, moving to a farm near Denmark in 1899. It was in this same community that the greater portion of her life was spent. In 1929 she with her husband retired from the farm and moved to their present home in Vesper.... She was a member of the Danish Lutheran Church at Denmark from which place funeral services were held, Monday afternoon, conducted by the Rev. Harold PETERSON. Burial was in the church cemetery. submitted by Bill and Diana Sowers (Note... We are not related to this person. RATHBUN --- Doyle RATHBUN Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, May 9, 1940 ---Doyle RATHBUN, son of Mr. and Mrs. Alfred RATHBUN, was born near Lincoln, Kansas, 24 years ago. He died Wednesday, May 1, at the University of Kansas Hospital in Kansas City, where he had been a patient the last two and a half weeks following a major operation. In ill health the past six years, Doyle had undergone 15 major operations in an attempt to regain his lost health and never during those years did he lose faith nor hope that he would one day be well and able to take his place in the world. Reared in Lincoln county, Doyle moved to Linden with his parents two years ago. He was a good and faithful Christian, firm in his belief of the resurrection. Surviving are his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Alfred RATHBUN of Linden, one sister, Mrs. Dorothy SPENCER of Missouri, two brothers, Leslie RATHBUN of Neosho, Mo., Harvey RATHBUN of Maxwell, Neb., his grandparetns, Mr. and Mrs. J.N. HOWELL and Mr. and Mrs. W.H. RATHBUN, two nephews, two nieces and more distant relatives. Many friends are grieved by his death. Funeral services were held Saturday at Linden, following which the body was brought to Lincoln. Serivces were held Sunday afternoon from the Prairie Grove church, conducted by the pastor of the Salina Nazarene church. The body [was carried] to its last resting place in the Prairie Grove cemetery. RATHBUN --- Mrs. Sarah RATHBUN Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, Dec. 24, 1953 ---Sarah Rathbun was born in Clark county, Missouri, on August 26,1864, and was married to W. H. Rathbun on November 21, 1881. They pioneered to Western Kansas, and lived there nine years, moving to Lincoln County in 1900. To this union 12 children were born, four dying in infancy, Mr. Rathbun passed away July 24, 1948. And Mrs. Nydia James passed away Nov. 19, 1941. Mrs. Rathbun was united with the Baptist Church at the age of 16 and remained a faithful Christian the rest of her life. She leaves to mourn her passing the following children: Leonard Rathbun and Mrs. George Saine, Lincoln; Albert Rathbun, Barnard, Lee Rathbun, Lake Charles, La.; Alfred Rathbun, Yates Center, Kan.; [Fern Peterson], Asherville; and Mary Whitside; Eldorado, Kansas. She also leaves 60 grandchildren, 105 great grandchildren, one great-great granddaughter, a host of nieces and nephews, and other relatives and friends. Funeral services for Mrs. Rathbun were held on Sunday afternoon at the Congregational Christian church. Interment was in the Lincoln cemetery. (Contributed by David Veh [d.veh@att.net]) RATHBUN --- William Henry RATHBUN Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, July 29, 1948 ---William Henry Rathbun, one of 10 children, was born to John and Keturah Rathbun on December 1, 1860, in Scotland county, Missouri, and passed from this vale of tears to the great Beyond July 23, 1948, at his home in Lincoln, at the age of 87 years, seven months and 22 days. His childhood and early youth were spent in the Missouri community. His mother died when he was 18, his father when he was 15. He lived the remainder of years preceding his marriage at the home of his older brother, Alfred. On Nov. 21, 1881, he was united in marriage to Sarah E. Hobbs of Clark county, Mo. To this union 12 children were born. The Rathbuns began their married life in Missouri but soon moved to the western part of Kansas near St. Francis. They next moved to Simpson, Kansas and from there to a farm in Lincoln county. During these years Mr. Rathbun's occupation was farming. In 1919 they moved to the city of Lincoln where they have resided until his death. Besides his loving wife with whom he shared over 66 years of married life, he leaves to mourn his passing four sons, Leonard and Albert of Lincoln; Alfred of Yates Center, Kan., and Lee of Oakdale, La.; three daughters, Stella Saine of Hunter, Kan.; Fern Peterson of Jewell City, Kan., and Mary Whiteside of Melvern, Kan. Five children preceded him in death, all during infancy or early childhood, except, Nida James, who passes a way in November 1941. He leaves two sisters, Mrs. Lottie Cline of Granger, Mo.; Mrs. Julie Sells of Barnett, Mo., and one sister-in-law, Mrs. Flora Rathbun of Simpson, Kan. There are also 40 grandchildren, many great grandchildren, nieces and nephews and a host of friends who mourn his death. Funeral services were held at the Congregational Christian church at Lincoln. Burial was in the Lincoln cemetery. (Contributed by David Veh [d.veh@att.net]) REARWIN --- Willie REARWIN Lincoln County Beacon Thursday, January 20, 1881 ---Died in Beaver Township, on Sabbath morning, the 9th of January, of diphtheria, Willis REARWIN, aged about 10 years. REES --- Elias Lincoln Beacon, Nov. 30, 1882 ---Elias Rees, at his residence, one-half mile south of Lincoln Center. He was in the 72nd year of his life. The doctor thought the painful disease that caused his death was brought on by exposure and being in a building that fell over him after he had moved it for a workshop. Mr. Rees came to Lincoln county, Kansas, in 1871. He was proprietor of the Abram Mills. He had lived in Pennsylvania, Virginia and Illinois. In the former state he was very active in lumber mills and at one time had five hundred men in his employ. All his life had had been connected with mills. He was often an odd man, of many faults and failings which he never tried to cover or justify, but he had many virutes. He belonged in Pennsylvania to the church and was very strict in all his conduct. At one time he gave lumber to build a church. He was always a friend to the poor. While in Lincoln he has often provided flour for the hungry. He never turned a poor man away. He literally carried out the precept "From him that would borrow of thee turn not thou away." This made his accounts very large. He showed great hospitality to friends and strangers. He took great interest in little children. He was very quick to get angry but he could not keep so long but would be very friendly after being angry. He was very dilligent in business even to the last of his life. He was the father of ten children, six of whom are alive. His heart was bound up in his children and grandchildren. We all feel we have lost a friend. We shall miss him with his cheerful words and hearty greeting. The poor will miss him as the cold winter winds swoop down from the north. His funeral was generally attended by our citizens. The text chosen was Psalms XL, 1: "Blessed be he that considereth the poor." - H.C. Bradbury REES --- Elias REES Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, Aug. 13, 1942 (A different obituary for C.W. Stites is also available on this site.) ---During the past week Lincoln City lost two of its finest citizens, C.W. STITES and Elias REES, who for many years have been prominent businessmen of this community. Their deaths occurred within 48 hours of each other. Mr. STITES died early Thursday morning [Aug. 6] at his home in Lincoln after an illness of several months. Mr. REES' death was early Saturday morning [Aug. 8] at his home and was quite unexpected. For several weeks Mr. STITES had been a patient in the Ellsworth hospital, suffering from a heart ailment. When his condition improved sufficiently he was brought home but there was little that could be done to restore his health. Last Wednesday however, he was reported to be feeling better and slept well until 4 o'clock in the morning, Thursday. Those attending him helped him to turn over in his bed and he gave no sign of a relapse, a sudden heart attack claiming his life. April 3 of his year Mr. STITES was 76 years of age. He had been a resident of Lincoln county since March 1, 1875, coming here as a lad of nine and with his parents from Franklin county, Ill. Mr. REES was born and reared in Lincoln and except for a few years spent in Siloam Springs, Ark., La Crosse, and Salina, lived his entire lifetime in this community. He had been in failing health for several years but was not known to be seriously ill. He reached the age of 66 years, five months and 25 days. Both Mr. REES and Mr. STITES were closely associated with the development of this community. Mr. REES was for many years actively engaged in the milling business and since 1912 had been an official of the Lincoln State Bank, holding the office of president at the time of his death. Mr. STITES farmed in the Pleasant Valley community until 1907 when he entered the mercantile business in which he continued until his retirement in September 1939. Funeral services for Mr. STITES were held Sunday afternoon from the Lincoln Methodist church, of which he was a member. Interment was made in Lincoln cemetery. Services for Mr. REES were from the REES home Tuesday afternoon. Internment was made at Lincoln Cemetery. REES --- Terrence Vane REES Lincoln County Beacon Thursday, November 4, 1880 ---Died upon Saturday eve last of membranous croup, Terrence Vane, eldest child of W.S. and Laura REES, aged four years. submitted by Bill and Diana Sowers (Note... We are not related to this person. We found this obit while looking through the paper.) RICH --- Eliza Isabelle (WALLS) RICH Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, 24 February 1938 Eliza Isabelle WALLS, oldest daughter of Thomas and Emma Walls, was born at West Union, Fayette County, Iowa on January 15, 1863 and died at home in Lincoln, Kansas on Feb. 18, 1938, aged 70 years, 1 month, three days. In Feb., 1870 she came to Kansas with her parents to their farm south of Rocky Hill. Married Sept. 12, 1898 to John S. RICH. Survivors: Five sisters--Ionia WALTERS, Mrs. Uzillah DONLEY, Mrs. Pluma MCFARLAND, all of Lincoln; Mrs. Beulah MCFARLAND of Beverly and Mrs. Edith STALLINGS of New Albany, Indiana. [four other sisters and one brother preceded her in death]. Submitted by Scott Holl scottholl@earthlink.net RICH --- John S. RICH Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, 2 June 1938 John S. RICH [husband of Isabelle (WALLS) RICH]. Born near Peoria, Ill. on June 10th, 1866, died on May 25, 1938 at Lincoln Kansas, age 71 years, 11 months and 15 days. As a boy he moved to Evanston, Ill. where he lived for a time and then came to Lincoln County. Married Sept. 12th 1898 to Isabelle WALLS and lived on a farm near Lincoln, later going to Dubuque, Iowa where they lived for about 2 years, returning again to Lincoln County.They lived on the WALLS farm in the Rocky Hill community later moving to Lincoln. Mrs. RICH preceded [him] in death in Feb. of this year. There were no children. Mr. Rich was an only child. Submitted by Scott Holl scottholl@earthlink.net RICHARDS --- Ida Mae (LOVIN) RICHARDS Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, Thursday. May 30. 1996 "Ida Mae RICHARDS" --- Ida Mae RICHARDS, 81, Arvada, Colorado died Wednesday, May 22, 1996, in Denver, Colorado. She was born January 29, 1915, in Manhattan, the youngest of six children of Lewis Asbury and Pearl Elizabeth (HOLMAN) LOVIN. She attended Lincoln public schools. After completing her schooling, she assisted her mother in running their boarding house. On June 7, 1938, she was united in marriage to Bryan H. DILL in Lincoln. This union was blessed with three children. After Bryan's death on February 5, 1983, she married Raymond RICHARDS. In 1993, because of failing health, she moved to Arvada, Colorado to live near her daughter. She was preceded in death by her parents; her first husband, Bryan; a son Bryan Jr.; two sisters; and three brothers. Survivors include a son Claudie DILL, Dayton, Ohio; a daughter Shirley ROGERS, Arvada, Colorado; six grandchildren; and six great-grand-children. Graveside services and interment were held at Lincoln Cemetery at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, May 28, 1996 the Rev. Gerald RADTKE officiating. Submitted by Shirley Rogers --- Lobster3@email.msn.com RICHARDSON --- Zola Elizabeth (DILL) RICHARDSON Salina Journal, Thursday, June 17, 1954, Page 15, Col. 4 "Mrs. Harry RICHARDSON" ---Mrs. Zola Elizabeth RICHARDSON, 36, wife of Harry Lee RICHARDSON, 1119 N. 3rd, died in childbirth at 1:20 a. m. Thursday in Asbury Hospital. The baby also died. Mrs. RICHARDSON, daughter of Mrs. Sadie DILL, had lived in Salina since she was five years old. She was born March 2, 1918, in Lincoln, Kansas. She was a member of the Salvation Army. Surviving are the widower: the mother and three children, Harry Lee, Jr., Ruth Ann, and Patricia Jolene, of the home; a sister Mrs. Alice CLARK, Portland, Ore.; and a half-brother, Harry COOPS, Downs, Kansas. The funeral arrangements have not been completed. Friends may call at the Guy R. Ryan Sons Mortuary after 5 p.m. Friday. Burial will be in the Lincoln cemetery. Submitted by Shirley Rogers --- Lobster3@email.msn.com RIGGLE --- Bertha (LOVIN) RIGGLE Salina Evening Journal, Page 1, Column 4, Wednesday, December 4, 1918 --- Mrs.. Bertha RIGGLE, 27, died at her home, 222N. Olive Street at 12:15, o'clock midnight of pneumonia. Mrs.. RIGGLE was born at Lincoln August 14, 1891 and had lived here about fifteen months, coming to Salina, from Luray. She is survived by her husband, L. J. RIGGLES, her parents, Mr.. and Mrs. L.A. Lovin of Lincoln, two brothers, Evertt Wayne LOVIN of Lincoln and Orville LOVIN of Massachusetts. The remains will be sent to Lincoln where interment will be made in the Lincoln Cemetery. Submitted by Shirley Rogers --- Lobster3@email.msn.com RILLY --- Mary Ann RILLY Lincoln County Beacon, June 17, 1886 ---Mary Ann Rilly, daughter of Wm. and Rhoda Rilly, of Pleasant Valley, Kansas, on June 10, 1886, of consumption, as the effects of whooping cough. The parents had come to this county only a week ago from Washington county, this State. Mary was 15 years old, and fell asleep in Jesus - a little Christian. ROENIGK --- Adolph ROENIGK Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, March 17, 1938 ---Adolph Roenigk, probably Lincoln's most distinguished character and certainly its most widely traveled, passed away Monday at 11:40 o'clock a.m. in a Denver hospital, following an illness of several weeks. Death was due to gangrene in his left foot with which he had suffered since Feb. 22. With him when the end came were his brother, Charles Roenigk of Clay Center, Kan., and his nephew, Theo C. Rasmussen of Morganville, Kan. Coming to this community in the early days, Mr. Roenigk worked at his trade as harness maker, establishing a reputation for workmanship which extended far and near. He was especially known for his fine saddles and horse collar of Roenigk pattern and sold them over a wide territory. He continued in his trade and was actively engaged until the last few years but even then, occasionally made a horse collar or a bit of harness on special order. At one time he was engaged in the mercantile business but sold out, after a few months, to his partner. Adolph Roenigk was one of the most colorful characters of the early days. Born in Ufhoven, Thuringia, Germany, in the year of 1847, he came to the United States at the age of 13 years with his sister Louisa, four years his senior. They came with the consent of their parents with a resident of the United States who was then visiting in Germany. The trip across the Atlantic, half sail and half steam, required 17 days. Settling on a farm in Wisconsin, the young people worked for several years, going in 1864 to St. Louis. With the ending of the Civil War, Louisa married and with her husband, Mates Rasmussen, went by wagon route to Manhattan, Kan. In the falll of 1866 Adolph Roenigk made a trip up the Missouri river, coming to Manhattan to visit his sister. In the summer of 1868 he came to Kansas to make it his home. In 1871, 11 years after his arrival in America, Adolph Roenigk became a citizen of his adopted country. His parents, three brothers and two sisters came from Germany that same year to make their home in Clay County, Kansas. It was during these early years that Mr. Roenigk worked for the Union Pacific railroad, helping to lay the first ties across the prairies. While so engaged he shared with other workers the experience of having Indians attempt to prevent the laying of the track and was shot through the lungs during an encounter with the red men May 28, 1869. Buffalo were also numerous at the time and great herds of them would occasionally surround the railroad workers, causing them to retreat to dugouts for safety. At one time he was employed by the government, working at Fort Harker, now Kanopolis. Early in the 20th century, Mr. Roenigk felt the urge to travel and see the far places of the world. This urge resulted in a number of trips around the world to nearly every country. Seeking the unusual in his journeys, he collected many excellent curios and exhibits of natural science as well as the arts of various peoples. Most of these valuables he gave a few years ago to the Fort Hays Teachers College. Friends in this community treasure bits of previous stone and other items he has given them. Born in 1847, died in 1938, a span of more than 90 years, Mr. Roenigk's life was lived quietly, with deep affection for his friends. His greatest contribution to future generations was his invaluable book, "A Pioneer History of Kansas," published in 1933 when the writer was more than 85 years of age. This book tells the story of Kansas as Mr. Roenigk saw it when he was a young man and now through his eyes, others will see the picture that has faded away. His memory will remain a benediction. Funeral services and burial for this pioneer will be held Thursday morning at 10 o'clock in Clay Center and interment will be in the cemetery there. ROUSH --- Harriet Rosella ROUSH Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, March 14, 1929 ---Harriet Rosella DAVIS, daughter of William and Harriet DAVIS, was born at Morris, Ill., on Sept. 3, 1871. At the age of eight years she came with her parents to Lincoln county, Kansas, where he father had bought a farm 12 miles south[west?] of Lincoln. She departed this life March 3, 1929, aged 57 years and six months. She grew to womanhood on the farm and attended the Spring Valley school. In 1894 she was united in marriage with John ROUSH. Their home was blessed with five children, two sons and three daughters; one son died in childhood. The surviving children are: Harry C. ROUSH of Union Valley, Mrs. Frank WALKER, Mrs. Herman HILDEBRANDT and Miss Mabel ROUSH, all reside in the neighborhood of their old home. She is also survived by her mother, Mrs. Harriet DAVIS and by a brother, William DAVIS, both of this county, and three sisters, Mrs. Minerva BRUST of Hiawatha, Mrs. George E. JEFFRIES and Mrs. Henry FINKE both of Lincoln County, and one grandchild. Nothing we may say can express the esteem in which she was held as forcibly as the large crowd that gathered at her funeral which was held at the Presbyterian church. The interment was in the Voss Cemetery. RYAN --- Ann CROWE RYAN Lincoln Sentinel, 8 June 1916 --- Ann Crowe was born at Lazaar [Lezayre], Isle of Man, Feb. 20, 1836--Came with her parents to America at the age of 15 years; settling first in Chicago, and latter she went with her father to Rockford, Ill., where they were joined a year latter by the rest of the family � from Rockford, the family moved to Fayette County, Iowa, where she was married on Oct. 10, 1856, to John C. RYAN � to this union was born 10 children; one daughter died at the age of five years in Iowa, and one son (Will) died in Kansas City � her husband and eight children survive her: -- Ed J., Lincoln; James B., Kansas City; Anna BOLLIN, Junction City; Charles F., Lincoln; Emma Lou KENT, Ogden; Minnie KELLEY, Ogden and Fred G; and Tillie May of Lincoln. The Ryan family came to Lincoln, where they homesteaded on Beaver creek east of Lincoln in 1871 � moved to Riley county in 1882 and returned to Lincoln in 1902 where they have resided ever since and where Mrs. Ryan died--June 6, 1916. She was one of Lincoln's best beloved citizens and during her last illness her room was a bower of blossoms continually whose fragrance attested the love and devotion of her family and friends. The funeral services were held at the Catholic church, Thursday (today) at 10 a.m. and the remains interred in St. Patrick's cemetery, south of town--Father FITZGERALD, officiating submitted by Tracee Hamilton (Note: This is my great-great-great aunt on the Crowe side. I can be contacted at tracee.hamilton2@verizon.net.) RYAN -- Timothy Lincoln Sentinel, April 27, 1905 ---After great suffering and pain Timothy Ryan died at Lincoln, Kansas, aged 61 years. He leaves a wife and four children. The funeral services were held in the Presbyterian church and conducted by H.C. Bradbury, assisted by Rev. Jackman. Many of his old neighbors came to his funeral and testified of his kindness to them. He was born in Limerick, Ireland, came to this country when only 2 years of age, and to Kansas in 1871,, and settled on a farm south of Lincoln, and afterward moved to a farm near Pleasant Valley school house. He was a powerful man, and a hard worker for those he loved. [Submitted by Tracee Hamilton. I am not related to this person.] SASSAMAN --- Claire Ellen SASSAMAN Lincoln Beacon --- July 7, 1887 ---Died... near Rosette, Lincoln County, Kansas, Claire Ellen SASSAMAN, infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. SASSAMAN, aged 2 years, 6 months, 18 days. Funeral services were conducted by Rev. B.F. McMILLAN at the home of the parents and burial was at Washington Cemtery on the 1st of July. submitted by Bill and Diana Sowers (Note... We are not related to this person. SCHMIDT --- John N. SCHMIDT Lincoln Sentinel, Dec. 7, 1922 --- John N. SCHMIDT, of Beverly, died very suddenly while on his way to his son William to see a granddaughter who had arrived there the day before. He started with his horse and buggy and his other son started later with a car and he found his father dead in the road, the horse a short distance from the body. The cause of death is supposed to have been appoplexy. [sic] He was 78 years old. SCHOFIELD --- Wilson SCHOFIELD Lincoln Beacon, Nov. 30, 1882 ---Recently, of heart disease, at his home in Coose county, Oregon, Wilson SCHOFIELD, in the 65th year of his life. He was born in Chatauqua county, New York, and was one of the earliest settlers of Lincoln county. He was the father of Mrs. Lyle WATERMAN of Vesper, and of Mrs. I.W. RUSSELL, formerly of this place, now of Storm Lake, Iowa. SCHOSHKE --- Delia SCHOSHKE Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, Thursday, September 10, 1936 ---Delia HOUSE was born near Crescent City, Oklahoma, August 26, 1895. Shortly afterward her parents moved to Kansas, settling three and one half miles north and one mile west of Beverly, at which place she has lived most of the time since. On October 19, 1914, she was united in marriage to Matt SCHOSHKE. To them were born five children, Eugene, Pauline, Keith and Kenneth, one son Everett having died in infancy. Mrs. SCHOSHKE passed away at St. John's Hospital in Salina, Kansas, on September 4, 1936, at the age of forty-one years and nine days. She leaves to mourn her death her husband and four children, her mother, Mrs. Laura HOUSE of Berverly, one sister, Mrs. Lillie TEACH of Lincoln, and three brothers, Isaac of Bogue, Kansas, and John and Albert of Beverly, besides other relatives and many friends. submitted by Bill and Diana Sowers (Note... We are not related to this person. SCHROEDER --- EMMA (THEWS) SCHROEDER (Newspaper & date of obituary unknown) ---Emma Louise THEWS was born January 27, 1856 in Jefferson Wisconsin and passed away January 10, 1943 at her home in Beverly, Kansas at which time she shared with her daughter Elizabeth POWELL who took care of her. She was united in marriage to Henry SCHROEDER December 10, 1874 in Jefferson Wisconsin. Burial for Mrs. SCHROEDER was in the Beverly Cemetery. (See obituary for Henry Schroeder) Submitted by J.Manning (This was my grandmother) (jmanning@midusa.net) SCHROEDER --- Henry SCHROEDER Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, 5 September 1940 ---Henry SCHROEDER was born October 25, 1849 in Jefferson Co. Wisconsin. He died August 25, 1940 near Shady Bend, Lincoln Co., Kansas. On December 10, 1874 he was united in marriage to Emma THEWS. Eleven children were born of this union, three were born in Wisconsin, Elizabeth, William and John. In 1880 he and his family came to Kansas as hone-steaders locating on a farm north of Beverly where Edward, Charles, George, Louise, Anna, Henry, Robert and Emma were born.. Later he moved to Beverly Kansas operated a blacksmith shop. Two brothers survived him, Charles in the state of Michigan and F. W. of South Wayne Wis. Two sisters, Kate SCHROEDER of Chicago Ill and Mrs. L. L. LOWELL of Big Point, Miss. Services were held at the home in Beverly 10:00 AM Tues. morning followed by internment in the Beverly cemetery. Rev. Wm. FELLER of Tescott conducted the services. Submitted by J. Manning (this was my grandfather) (jmanning@midusa.net) SCHROEDER --- Rosena Voss SCHROEDER Lincoln Sentinel, Oct. 21, 1915 ---Anna Friederike Rosena VOSS was born in Golden Belt township, Lincoln, Sept. 11, 1883. At the age of 17 she was confirmed in the Emmanuel German Evangelical church near her home. She was an earnest Christian. She was united in marriage to Gustave Schroeder, Feb. 1905. Four children were born to this union. Goldie Matilda now 9 years old, Mabel Rosena now 6 years, Inez Gertrude 4 years and Rosena Margeretta 5 weeks. In 1911 they moved to Canton, Okla., where they resided until God called her to his better land. She was 32 years and 29 days. Her body was brought from Canton to her old home in Lincoln county, eight miles south of Vesper. Many fromnear and far come to her funeral. Her father and mother were there from Los Angeles, Calif., where also she has her sisters Amanda and Hilda and brother Edwin. Her brothers Herman and Rudolph VOSS and sister Lizzie MANNEL live in Lincoln. The burial was in the Voss cemetery. SHAFER - Mrs. Laura Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, Jan. 18, 1940 --- Laura L. CUNNINGHAM, daughter of John L. and Mary E. CUNNINGHAM, was born April 3, 1862, in Knox county, Missouri. February 28, 1889, she was married to Joseph E. SHAFER. To this union were born five sons, one of whom, Allison E. SHAFER, preceded her in death. Left to mourn their loss besides the husband and father are John Leslie SHAFER of Lincoln, Kansas, Thomas E. SHAFER, Silver City, Iowa, Chester W. SHAFTER of Prescott, Kansas, Cletus A. SHAFER of Lincoln, Kansas, and two sisters, Mrs. Val SHAFER, Edina, Missouri, and Mrs. Lois SHAFER, Kansas City, Mo. She also reared one stepdaughter, who preceded her in death, and one stepson, W.H. SHAFER, Silver City, Iowa. She was converted and joined the Baptist church in 1892 but after coming to Lincoln with her husband she with her husband united with the Congregational Christian church in 1928, remaining a faithful member until her death. She had been in poor health for some time and passed away at her home in Lincoln Wednesday, January 10, 1940, aged 78 years, nine months and seven days. Funeral services were held Thursday afternoon, January 11, conducted by her pastor, Rev. B.S. BARTON. Interment was in the Lincoln cemetery. Submitted by Tracee Hamilton (Note: no relation). SHAFFSTALL --- Abraham SHAFFSTALL Lincoln County Beacon Thursday July 15, 1880. ---Died on Friday, 9th day of July, 1880, Abraham SHAFFSTALL, aged 71 years. Mr. SHAFFSTALL died from concussion of the brain caused by a fall a few days previous. submitted by Bill and Diana Sowers (Note... We are not related to this person. We found this death notice while looking through the paper.) SHAFFSTALL --- Susan Cuberley SHAFFSTALL Lincoln Sentinel, July 5, 1906 ---Susan CUBERLEY was born near Wheeling, W. Va., Feb. 22, 1825, and moved with her parents to Crawford county, Ohio, where she was married to Abraham SHAFFSTALL in 1844, and afterwards moved to Steuben county, Ind., from there to Kansas in 1879. To them eight children were born of whom seven survive her, three boys and four girls, one boy died when small. Her husband preceded her to a better home 26 years ago. Their Christian fellowship was with the United Brethren. Mrs. SHAFFSTALL died at her daughter's home, Mrs. J.M. CRUSON on June 25, at the advanced age of 81 years, 4 months and 3 days. The funeral was held on Wednesday afternoon in the Christian church, conducted by Rev. J.A. STRANGE, and was then laid to rest in our quiet city of the dead. SHANNON --- [Children] SHANNON Lincoln County Beacon Thursday Dec. 2, 1880. ---John E. SHANNON of Vesper has recently lost three children from the effects of diphtheria and other members of his family are not expected to recover. submitted by Bill and Diana Sowers (Note... We are not related to this person. We found this death notice while looking through the paper.) SHAVER --- Edith Darbe Shaver Lincoln Sentinel, Dec. 19, 1907 ---Edith Darbe SHAVER was born in Deleware [sic] county, Indiana, June 27, 1872, and lived with her Grandma HAWK, where she was a great help and comfort. When her grandma died she came to Kansas, and lived at home with her parents near Pleasant Dale church, Lincoln county, Kansas. Here she became an earnest christian, we remember as a tall graceful cheerful girl so kind to all. In 1898 she married Oren H. SHAVER, God blessed them with two children, she was a very kind mother. Last spring they moved to their claim in Wallace county, Kansas. But since September she has been a great sufferer till last Wednesday December 11, when at the home of her parents at Shady Bend, Kansas, death brought relief and Christ the victory. Thursday was a very stormy day, yet the Pleasant Dale church was crowded with friends and relatives. Brother Bradbury spoke from the text, "to them which sat in the region, and the shadow of death light is sprung up." Matt. 4.16. The burial was at the Hammer cemetery. [Submitted by Tracee Hamilton. (I am not related to this person.).] SHAVER --- Edith Lincoln Sentinel, Dec. 26, 1907 ---This 10th day of December, 1907, at 11 p.m., Mrs. Edith SHAVER, one of Lincoln County bright young women was snatched by death from this wicked world to join the little boy she loved so much, who left her a few years ago, at the youthful age of 35 years, 5 months, 13 days. She was the beloved wife of Ore SHAFER of this county who survives her with two little boys and daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Lancaster DARBY of this county who also survives. She also leaves two sisters and five brothers to mourn their loss, Miss Ina DARBY, Mrs. John SMITH, of Luray, John DARBY, Oklahoma, Will, Julius, Burt and Levi, of this county. Also friends too numerous to mention. [The name is spelled both Shafer and Shaver in the obit. In the Death Register it is Shaver, on the tombstone it is Shafer. Submitted by Tracee Hamilton (I am not related to this person.).] SHELDON --- Sophia SHELDON Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, Oct. 29, 1942 ---Mrs. Fred [Sophia] SHELDON, who had been ill at her home west of Lincoln for several months, died early this Wednesday morning. Mrs. SHELDON suffered a stroke of paralysis and never recovered from her illness. She was more than 80 years old. Surviving are four children, Mrs. Carl DAHL of Manhattan; Alfred SHELDON of the home, Walter SHELDON of Lincoln, John SHELDON of Vesper. [Buried Lincoln cemetery] SHERMAN --- Bertha DONLEY SHERMAN Lincoln Sentinel-Republican -- Dec. 31, 1981 --- Mrs. Bertha SHERMAN, 98, Leawood, died Saturday, Dec. 26, 1981, at the Indian [couldn�t read; scratch on film] Center, Overland Park. She was born Aug. 4, 1883 at Lincoln and here resided until 1967 when she moved to Leawood. She was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star No. 48, and of the Lincoln United Methodist Church. She is survived by a daughter, Joyce RECTOR [?? couldn�t read, scratch on film], Leawood, two grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Graveside services were held Tuesday, Dec. 29, at 2:30 p.m. at Lincoln Cemetery, the Rev. Vernon R. SNIDER officiating. Hall Mortuary was in charge of arrangements. The family suggests memorials to the church. SHERMAN --- John L. SHERMAN Lincoln Sentinel-Republican -- Feb. 2, 1928 ---John L. SHERMAN was born at Lee�s Summit, Mo., Feb. 5, 1879. With the family he came to Lincoln, Kansas, when he was 3 years of age and from that time until his death his home was in this community. He was married to Bertha DONLEY July 4, 1905. To them was born one daughter Joyce Ellen. Death came to him at his home in Lincoln at 7 p.m. on Jan. 25, 1928, at the age of 48 years 11 months and 20 days. His life was one of quiet usefulness and he held a high place in the esteem of all who knew him. In his earlier years he experienced the hardships of pioneer conditions and almost from his boyhood he shared in responsibilities for his own needs and for those of the family. His father died when he was about 20 years of age and his responsibility became greater in behalf of his mother and sister. He became a carpenter and builder, his first experience being gained in the construction of grain elevators. He came to enjoy an enviable position in his calling, having the respect and confidence of all. He was a member of the Modern Woodmen of America and of the Izaak Walton League. After months of intense suffering it became apparent both to him and his family that there could be but one outcome. He knew that the end was near and he faced it unafraid. He expressed himself as fully ready to go. His last thought and arrangements were for his loved ones and his final conscience hours. He leaves the wife and daughter, one brother, W.T. SHERMAN of Lincoln, and one sister, Mrs. Myrtle HUFF of Salina. His father and mother lie at rest in the local cemetery. His score of friends extend sympathy in this hour to his loved ones while they pay respect to his memory. His was a good and useful life well lived. The fight is finished, the earthly course is run. Funeral services were held Friday afternoon, Jan. 27, at the Methodist Church. The church was filled almost to capacity which was a silent tribute to his friends and showed the esteem in which he was held by those who knew him. Interment was made in the Lincoln Cemetery. SHERMAN --- Orange SHERMAN Lincoln Sentinel -- Feb. 7, 1901 ---O. SHERMAN was born in Washington County, Ohio, April 11, 1838, and died at Lincoln, Kansas, Feb. 2, 1901, age 62 years, 9 months and 21 days. Mr. SHERMAN was married to Dorinda HENDRICKSON in Clark County, Missouri, Nov. 4, 1866, and, with his family, came to Kansas in 1879. To them there were were born five children, three of whom survive their father, William T., John L. and Ella Myrtle. Mr. SHERMAN, during the time which he has lived in Lincoln, has earned a reputation for industry and integrity which anyone ought to desire. He worked almost constantly and under physical conditions which would have discouraged many. His quiet manliness who, with his wife and family, mourn his departure. He was a second cousin of William Tecumseh and John SHERMAN of national fame and in many respects the family traits of activity and application were manifest in him. While it was not given him to rise to prominence he left what every person ought to seek, the remembrance of an untarnished name. SHERMAN --- William T. SHERMAN Lincoln Sentinel-Republican -- May 29, 1930, p. 1 --- William T. SHERMAN was born in Lee�s Summit, Mo., Oct. 3, 1875. While he was yet a small child the family came to Lincoln and here almost his entire life was spent. By trade a carpenter, scores of buildings in Lincoln and adjoining counties show his handiwork. For several years his health has been such as to incapacitate him for work quite a part of the time. He was patient in suffering. About 15 years ago he united with the Methodist Episcopal Church in Lincoln. He was also an honored member of the Odd Fellows. Death came to him at the hospital in Lincoln on May 23, 1930, at the age of 54 years 7 months and 20 days. Respectful of all, he leaves a host of friends to mourn his going and to sympathize with his relatives. The immediate family, which is bereft by his death, is his sister Mrs. Myrtle HUFF, Salina, with her four children, and Mrs. Bertha SHERMAN, his sister-in-law, with her daughter, Joyce Ellen. There are many relatives only a little more distant who share in this loss. His was an honorable life usefully lived. Funeral services were held Sunday afternoon at the Methodist Church with the pastor Rev. Roy D. PLOTT in charge. Interment in Lincoln cemetery. SHREVES --- Ella SHREVES Lincoln County Beacon Thursday Aug 26, 1880. ---(From Pinon area locals section of paper) Ella SHREVES, eldest daughter of U.S. and Elizabeth SHREVES, died last night about 8 o'clock. Their second daughter is not expected to lived either. submitted by Bill and Diana Sowers (Note... no relation to this person.) SILL --- George O. SILL Lincoln County Beacon, Aug. 6, 1885 ---An accident fatal in its results occurred at Sill's coal bank on Thursday last. A little son of John Sill was kicked on the head by a horse. It is said the wound was not considered dangerous, and after being dressed by Dr. Cogswell was thought to be doing well. But the wound must have been deeper than was supposed and injured the brian, for the little fellow died on Monday evening. SILL --- Violet Viletta SILL Lincoln Sentinel, 4 January 1906 ---Violet Viletta, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. L.B. BEACH, was born at Tecumseh, Neb., Sept. 8, 1882. The following year her parents moved to Kansas, since which time the child grew up under the sunny skies of this fair state. At twelve years of age she united with the Church of Christ of this city, and continued a member of the same until her death. On June 3, 1902, she was united in marriage to James SILL. The fruits of this union being two children, one of whom survives the mother, the other joining her in that sleep which knows no awakening until the Master shall bid them rise. She died at her home in Junction City, Kansas, Wednesday, Dec. 27, the bodies of mother and child were brought to this city for burial Friday evening. The funeral services were held in the church of which she was a member, Saturday morning at 10 o'clcok, the interment taking place in the Lincoln cemetery. The bereaved husband and relatives have the sympathy of the community in their great sorrow and are commended to Almight God for such comfort as He alone can give. - Neal Overman, Pastor, Church of Christ SIMPSON --- Margaret G. (ADAMS) SIMPSON The Barnard Bee, Barnard, Kansas, 10 Sep 1931, page 1 ---The many friends of Mrs. David SIMPSON were saddened to learn of her death which occurred at her home last Saturday. Mrs. SIMPSON has been in ill health for the past few weeks and death was not unexpected. Coincident with Mrs. SIMPSON's death, was the death of here husband which occurred exactly a year earlier, he having died September 6, while Mrs. SIMPSON's death came September 5. Mrs. SIMPSON came with her husband to Kansas in 1885 and has since resided on the SIMPSON homestead south of Barnard. During the many years she has lived in this community she has made scores of friends who are greatly grieved at her passing. Margaret ADAMS was born in Lochee, Scotland, March 12, 1842, and departed this life September 5, 1931. She was united in marriage to David SIMPSON, July 25, 1865, and to this union ten children were born, six having preceded her in death. Five of them sleep in Scotland, the other in the Milo cemetery. The four living children are David H. SIMPSON, Peter F. SIMPSON and Mrs. W. H. [Margaret] GOOD all of Barnard, and Mrs. Ben F. [Helen] SMITH of Kansas City. In early life Mrs. SIMPSON united with the Presbyterian Church remaining faithful until she was called home. Besides her children mentioned above, she leaves 14 grandchildren, 5 great grandchildren, a sister, Mrs. David [Euphemia] WALLACE of Barnard, and a host of relatives and friends. Funeral services were held at the home south of town Monday afternoon. Rev. REYNOLDS, pastor of the Barnard Baptist Church conducted the services and was assisted by Rev. HALL, Methodist minister. Burial was in the Milo cemetery. [Submitted by Jim Hayes, jhayes@qconline.com] SMITH --- Mary Florence SMITH Lincoln Beacon --- June 23, 1887 ---Died... Saturday night, June 18, 1887, at the home of her parents near Lincoln, Mary Florence, daughter of J. T. SMITH and wife, aged six years, two months, lacking two days. Summary of a death notice. Submitted by Bill and Diana Sowers (Note... we are not related to this person) SMITH --- Mrs. J. Albert SMITH Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, Oct. 5, 1939 ---Mrs. J. Albert Smith, one of the best known women in Lincoln, passed away at her home here Monday after an illness of several weeks. Born in Brown county, 76 years ago, Mrs. Smith had lived in Lincoln for many years. She was active in religious work of the community and was known for her kindness and generosity, her willingness to help in any worthy cause. Surviving are her husband of the home, a son, Dr. Roy K. Smith, a medical missionary in Chosen, Japan; one daughter, Mrs. Stanley Mohr of Grandfield, Okla.; five grandsons and one granddaughter. One daughter, Mrs. Grace McGaughy, preceded her mother in death. Funeral services will be held Thursday afternoon at 4:30 from the Lincoln Presbyterian church. Interment will be made in the cemetery at White Cloud. SNEED --- Ed SNEED Lincoln Beacon --- July 7, 1887 ---Ed SNEED who was hanged at Independence, Missouri, on the 24th inst., was convicted of the murder of Bob LOOMIS, a former druggist of Lincoln Center, and well known in Saline County in the early years.... [originally published in the Salina Journal] Sumitted by Bill and Diana Sowers. We are not related to either of these persons). SNYDER --- Margaret Carolina Hiitter SNYDER Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, Oct. 30, 1947 ---Margaret Caroline Hiitter Snyder was born in Chicago, Ill., June 24, 1874, and departed this life at her home north of Lincoln at 10 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 25, 1947, at the age of 73 years, four months and one day. She had been in failing health for the last year and was bedfast since March with a heart ailment. During her illness she received the tender and loving care of her husband and children. At the age of five years, she moved with her parents to Albany, Neb., and lived there for 12 years, then coming to Kansas. On Dec. 3, 1896, she was united in marriage to Frank Snyder of Sylvan Grove. They lived in Russell county for a short time, then moved to Brookville where they resided for 39 years. In 1943 they came to their present home north of Lincoln. Ten children were born to this union: Mrs Mary Meirose, Mrs. Daisy Surface, Abilene; Mrs. Clara Rundquist, Cedar Rapids, Iowa; Mrs. Ellen Horn, Bennington; Harry Snyder, Sylvan Grove; William Snyder, Watertown, S.D.; John, George and Clifford of the home; and a son who died in infancy. Besides her husband and nine children, she leaves to mourn her passing four grandchildren: Elaine Meirose and Collen Rider of Abilene; Delmar Gene Rundquist of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, and Norma Jean Horn of Bennington; four sisters, Mrs. Minnie Voss, Vesper; Mrs. Freida Kleinschmidt, Lincoln; Mrs. Carrie Saenger, Sylvan Grove; and Mrs. Rosa Plinsky, Beverly; three brothers, John and William Hiitter of Sylvan Grove and Fred Hiitter of Beverly; a host of relatives and friends. Funeral services were held this Wednesday afternoon from the Congregational Christian church. Interment was made in the Lincoln cemetery. SODEN -- John SODEN The Barnard Bee, Barnard, KS, Thursday, Sept.17, 1908, front page John SODEN, an old and highly respected citizen of this vicinity some years ago, suffered a paralytic stroke Monday morning while visiting his son Jim at Abilene which proved fatal, death coming as a relief this morning, Thursday. Mr. SODEN was in Barnard last Saturday visiting among his old neighbors and friends, He seemed to be very spry and vigorous for one of his age. Deceased came to this part of the country about 19 years ago, buying the place recently sold by H.T. TATUM to George LOY. He left nine years ago, going to Great Bend, KS, where he has since resided. His daughter, Mrs. Marion CROWL went to Abilene as soon as she heard of his affliction. The funeral will be held at this place Saturday of this week. [submitted by Mike Woody, Albany, OR] SORENSEN --- Mae E. SORENSEN Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, Thursday, August 25, 1955 --- Mae E. SORENSEN, was born February 17, 1901 to Nellie Jane [DEEDS] and Emphis J. WEBB in Lincoln County, Kansas. She departed this life August 14, 1955, at the Lincoln County Hospital where she had been a patient for serveral days. She attained the age of 54 years, five months and 28 days. Having spent her entire life in this county she was baptized in the Baptist Church at Beverly, Kansas at the age of 14 years. On March 12, 1919, she was united in marriage to Ernest J. GREENE and to this union were born four children: Leonard G. GREENE and Mrs. Betty LAWSON, both of Salina; Mrs. Genevieve LANDGREN of Lindsborn and Dayle L. GREENE, Weston, Missouri. January 21, 1927 she was married to A. L. SORENSEN of Denmark, Kansas. They lived in this community until Mr. SORENSEN's death in 1953. Three children were born to this union, Edith M. SHELDON, Lincoln, Kansas; A.L. SORENSEN, Jr., of Denmark, Kansas; and Mrs. Rosetta GIRTON, Mountain View, Calif. Finding life too lonely in the country after the death of Mr. SORENSEN, Mae moved to Lincoln where she owned and operated the Annex Hotel until her health failed and she was forced to sell all her belongings and move back to her farm to await the call of her Heavenly Father.... Funeral services were held Wednesday afternoon, August 17 at the Lincoln Methodist Church with Rev. HENDRICKSON in charge assisted by Rev. Hugh BERRY. submitted by Bill and Diana Sowers. Mae Sorensen was Bill's grandfather's (Claude Sowers) first cousin. SPARKS --- Alzean Effie TAYLOR Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, 11 November 1948 ---Alzean Effie TAYLOR, daughter of Lot and Sarah (EDWARDS) TAYLOR [step mom] was born July 3, 1867, in Millerstown, Pennsylvania, and passed away at her daughter's home in Westfall at the age of 81 years, three months, and 28 days. At a very early age she came to Ellsworth County, Kansas, with her parents and settled on a farm north of Wilson, Kansas. On January 8, 1885, at Ellsworth, Kansas, she was united in marriage to Abraham David SPARKS who preceded her in death on May 12 of this year. To this union eight children were born: Walter, Martha, Mary, Anna, Ralph, Myrtle, Taylor and Francis. Since 1901 Mr. and Mrs. SPARKS have resided in Beverly. She was a good friend and neighbor to all who knew her. She was a wonderful mother to her family and will be sadly missed for her many deeds and her thoughtfulness to others. She leaves to mourn her loss: Walter and Francis of Salina, Kansas; Ralph of Arcadia, California; Mrs. Anna BERGMAN of Levant, Kansas; and Mrs. Martha SMITH, Mrs. Mary SMITH, Mrs. Myrtle ANDERSON and Taylor SPARKS of Beverly, Kansas; seventeen grandchildren, twenty four great grandchildren; one brother, John and sister Flora, of Beverly, Kansas; Claude of Chanute, Kansas, and Rheba of Cheyenne, Wyoming. Funeral services were held in the Township hall at Beverly, Kansas, on Wednesday, November 3, 1948 at 2:00 P.M. under the ministry of the Rev. W. Ralph LONG, pastor of the Tescott-Beverly Methodist churches. The hymns, " In the Garden" and "Saved by Grace" were beautifully sung by Mrs. Leo STOVER, Mrs. Joe GREENE and Mrs. Emerson CLINE. They were accompanied at the piano by Mrs. Sarah Alice ANSLOVER, Pallbearers were Keith WEST, Jack RHUDY, Emil MARTY, Paul JENKINS, Ed HARSHBARGER and Evan MCCLURE. Many beautiful floral displays were there presented by many sympathetic friends. B.G. Hall of Lincoln was the undertaker in charge and the body was interred in the Beverly Cemetery by the side of that of her husband. (Submitted by Robyn Osborn robyn2@harborside.com ) SPEAR --- Ida May HOBBS Lincoln Sentinel, 27 August 1953 ---Ida Mae Hobbs, daughter of Francis M. and Augusta A. Hobbs, was born July 17, 1884, on her fathers homestead in Batle Creek township, Lincoln County, Kansas, and departed this life on August 16, 1953, at the age of 69 years and 30 days. She attended school at Trail Creek. She was united in marriage to Roy Spear Sept. 3, 1902. To this union were born seven children: Francis Spear and Mrs. Emil Jensen of Lincoln, Kansas; Mrs. Harold Hanneman of Hendley, Nebr.; Mrs. Arthur Howell of Lincoln, Kansas; Roy Spear, Jr. of Boise, Idaho; Mrs. Wayne Whited of Mesa, Ariz.; and Mrs. Wilbur Brown of Lincoln, Kansas. She was converted and joined the Prairie Grove church in 1908. She left her testimony that she was ready to see Jesus. She was a loving wife and mother always ready and willing to help others. Those left to mourn her departure are her husband and children; 30 grandchildren, and 8 great grandchildren; 2 sisters, Mrs. Bert Spear and Nancy Jensen of Lincoln, Kansas; 2 brothers W. E. and C. I. Hobbs of Vesper. Her parents and one brother, Lenard, preceded her in death. Besides these she leaves a host of relatives and friends. Our loss is Heaven's gain. SPEAR -- Mary Emma Dean DeBERRY Leoti Standard (Leoti, Kansas), [About January 15, 1930] OBITUARY Mary Emma Dean DeBERRY was born at Alpha, Scott County, Indian, July 17, 1854, where she grew to womanhood and was united in marriage September 22, 1870, to Ephraim Asbury SPEAR in Mt. Gilead, M. E. church. To them were born ten children: Ola FOUTS of Minneapolis, Kansas; Chas. SPEAR Canon City, Colorado; Bert SPEAR, Lincoln, Kansas; H. H. SPEAR, Leoti; Amos SPEAR, Whittier, California, Wm. W. SPEAR and Roy SPEAR, Lincoln, Kansas; Mabel STILES, Leoti; and Guy SPEAR Liberal, Kansas. Ernest E. SPEAR of Lexington, Nebraska, preceded the mother in death about twelve years. Mr and Mrs. E. A. SPEAR were born and grew to maturity in the same neighborhood in southern Indiana where they were married and began housekeeping. They moved to Kansas in 1879, settling in Clay County, Kansas. Later they moved to Lincoln county in 1886, and to Wichita county in 1904 which since has been their home. Mrs. SPEAR was converted in early childhood and was a faithful follower of her Master until His call home, Wednesday evening, about 5 o'clock January 15, 1910, at the age of 78 years, 5 months and 28 days. Funeral services were held for Mrs. SPEAR Friday afternoon, from the M. E. church, with Rev. J. H. COPLEY in charge. Her sons were her pallbearers. Interment was made in Leoti Cemetery, Leoti, Kansas. submitted by Robert "Buck" JONES, 5609 SW 23rd St., Topeka, Kansas,66614 rrjones@maci-mag.com SPENCE --- William R. SPENCE Saline Valley Register --- August 30, 1876, Page 3, column 2 "A Sad Accident: One of our Citizens Drowned in the Saline" Last Tuesday afternoon our citizens were startled by the report that William R. SPENCE had been drowned in the river, near Mr. Rees� Mill, a short distance sour of town. A large number of men immediately hurried to the spot, and a rope being stretched across the stream, Mr. C. L. PIERCE and Mr. N.B. REES were soon in the water, making search for the body. After dragging about with their feet for a few minutes, they came across it, lodged in the top of a driftwood tree, about one hundred yards below the dam. A rope was thrown the gentleman above named, who with great difficulty made it fast to the lifeless form, when it was pulled to the shore. Mr. SPENCE was in the employ of Mr. REES, and in company with Mr. Laf REES, had been doing some work on the opposite side of the river. It being dinner time, they quit work and started for the house, on this side of the stream. The river had been rising rapidly all the morning, and a very strong current was running. Mr. REES, being a good swimmer, had no hesitation in crossing, but made the remark to Mr. SPENCE that unless he was a good swimmer, also, he had better not attempt to make it. Mr. S. replied that he had often swam it, and thought he could safely do so again. So saying, he pulled off his shoes and threw them over to this side, and started into the water. By the time Mr. REES had crossed, and on looking back saw his unfortunate comrade struggling hard with the obstinate current. He started back to assist him, but was forced by the mad waters to use every exertion in his power to save himself, and could render the drowning man no relief. He immediately gave the alarm and assistance hurried to them, but ere it came the murky waters of the treacherous stream had washed him down and closed over his inanimate form. The river, where he was drowned was not over eighty feet in width, but was running very swift and was ten or twelve feet deep. It is thought Mr. SPENCE was either not a good swimmer, or that he became frightened or cramped. He was a brother of Mrs. W.H. HARRISON of this place, and a cousin of Mrs. Geo. GREEN. He was a native of New York, where his father now resides. He was a young man about twenty-six years of age, and unmarried. He was a quiet, peaceable and industrious citizen, and well spoken of by all who knew him. After serving five years in the regular army, he mustered out last summer in Arizona, returning soon after to this county, where, at the time of his death, he was improving a farm and making a home. He was buried on Wednesday in the church yard on the hill, a large concourse of people attending the services, which were conducted by Rev. H.C. BRADBURY This obituary was supplied by Luci J. Baker -- (email: ljbaker@whyweb.com) SPRINGER --- Nettie SPRINGER Saline Valley Register (Lincoln Center, KS) ---Wednesday June 14, 1878 ---Died, on Sunday morning, the 11th, Nettie, only child of J. Z. and Lizzie SPRINGER, aged 1 year, 10 months, 4 days. The rarest flowers are the first to be plucked. submitted by Bill and Diana Sowers (Note... no relation to this person.) STANLEY - Arthur J. Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, Feb. 2, 1967 --- Arthur J. Stanley, Sr., founder of a large law firm and father of a federal judge, died Wednesday in a nursing home. He was 92. Stanley was the father of Judge Arthur J. Stanley, Jr., of the U.S. District court for Kansas. He retired in 1955 as senior partner in the firm of Stanley, Schroeder, Weeks, Thomas and Lysaught, which he founded with his brother, the late Guy E. Stanley, in 1911. The elder Stanley was born in Lincoln County and prepared for a teaching career. He taught school in Lincoln, Kan., and served two terms as county superintendent of instruction before taking up law. He also served two terms in the Kansas House, in 1898 from Lincoln County and in 1921 from Wyandotte County. The funeral was Saturday at Lincoln at the Hall Memorial chapel, the Rev. Leroy Smoot officiating. After his retirement in 1955, Mr. Stanley returned to live in Lincoln where he again took up his lifelong hobby of studying the life and works of Abraham Lincoln. Mr. Stanley was a member of the Methodist church in Lincoln. He was a member of the Masonic Lodge here, and the Scottish Rite and Shrine in Kansas City, Kan. Mr. Stanley was a member of the Kansas, Wyandotte County, and American Bar associations. Also surviving are four daughters, Mrs. Juanita Harvey, Kansas City, Kan.; Mrs. Lynnette McBratney, San Jose, Calif.; Mrs. Gerald Peterson, Council Grove, Kan.; and Mrs. Eugene Vader, Kansas City, Kan.; two brothers, Henry J., Kansas City, Kan.; and Ward E. Stanley, Raytown, Mo., and a sister, Mrs. T.L. Harris, Bethel, Kan. Submitted by Tracee Hamilton [note: no relation]. STARKS --- L. J. STARKS Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, Thursday, June 30, 1955 ---L. J. STARKS, son of Edward and Anna Starks, was born at Tescott on July 8, 1899. He attended school and lived the most of his life in Lincoln County, Kansas. On August 6, 1923, at Pueblo, Colorado, he was united in marriage to Bertha ANDERSON. To this union were born five children. He was a member of the Pleasant Dale Presbyterian Church. He is survived by his wife and the children, Darl STARKS, Wichita, Kansas; Mildred, wife of R. B. HALL, Kansas City; Everett STARKS, Beloit; Dorothy, wife of Robert HANSEN, Lincoln; and Lyle STARKS with the United States Air Force in Japan; eleven grandchildren, his mother, Mrs. Anna STARKS, Bavaria, Kansas; three sisters, Mrsl May CHRISTENSEN, Beverly; Mrs. Lenora VAN PELT, Bavaria; Mrs. Nellie CLAUSEN, Loveland, Colo; and four brothers, Floyd, Elmdale, Kansas; Roy, Cedar Edge, Colorado; Chauncey and Louis, both of Lawndale, Colorado. Mr. STARKS was preceded in death by his father in April, 1930, and one brother, Vadie, in February, 1947. The funeral services were held from the Presbyterian Church in Lincoln Monday afternoon with Rev. Hugh BERRY in charge and burial was made at Lincoln Cemetery. submitted by Bill and Diana Sowers (Note... no known relation to this person.) STEELE --- Mrs. Harriet T. STEELE Lincoln County Farmer, Feb. 12, 1892 ---Harriet Tallman Steele was born Nov. 1, 1836, in Scipio, Cayuga Co., N.Y. She married Henry Steele on May 8, 1856. They moved to Kansas in 1871 and settled at Vesper. Here she took an interest in every good work. The church, the Sabbath school, the day school. She was a member of no church on earth, but was a sincere christian. She made her house always appear like a loving, neat, happy home. Her great ambition was to train her son to be a useful man. How she succeeded you all know. He has been the teacher of the youth of this community, and has served his master well. On Monday, Feb. 1, her son Charley wanted her not to work, as she was too weak and sick to do the work; but she thought she could keep up, so he went to his school, and Mr. Steele went out to do the chores at the barn. He soon heard some one drawing water at the well and thought little of it, but coming in in half an hour afterward he could not find his wife in the house. At last he saw some of her dress floating in the well. You know the rest. The great, long funeral procession took its way to Monroe cemetery. Before the coffin was lowered it was covered with flowers by the sisters of the Relief Corps, of which Mrs. Steele was once president. STEINHAUS --- John STEINHAUS The Beacon of Lincoln County Thursday, June 14, 1883. ---Died, Sunday evening, June 10, John, son of Chas and Anna STEINHAUS, of Indiana Township, aged 3 weeks. The funeral services were conducted by Rev. KEISER of the German Lutheran Church. submitted by Bill and Diana Sowers (Note... no relation to this person.) STEVENSON --- Charles L. STEVENSON Lincoln Sentinel-Republican Thursday, March 26, 1936. ---DIED... Charles L. Stevenson Charles L. Stevenson was born at Koskonnong, Wisconsin, January 2, 1862.� He lived there until he was five years old when his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Joseph H. Stevenson moved to Marysville, Iowa.� In 1878 the family moved to a farm 11 miles west of Minneapolis [, Kansas... in Ottawa County, just east of Lincoln County... my note].� On Christmas Day, 1883, Mr. Stevenson was married to Cora McReynolds of Lincoln.� In 1885 he and his wife moved to a farm south of Beverly where he lived until 1909.� His wife died over thirty years ago leaving besides her husband, five sons. Charles Stevenson and Mrs. Mary Conner were married at Salina December 28, 1909. In 1909 Mr. Stevenson moved to Beverly where he had charge of the Arkansaw Lumber Company for several years.� Later he bought a hardware store which burned in 1925.� He was a partner in the Beverly Mercantile for several years until his health failed. He leaves to mourn his going his widow and five sons, Homer of Salina; Orrel of Portland, OR; Clarence of Saint Joseph, MO; John of Tescott; and Merton of Wichita.� The funeral was held Sunday at the Methodist Church in Beverly.� Burial was at Hammer Cemetery. Related to: RL Stevenson - rlsteven@flash.net. STEVENSON --- Mrs. J.K. (Rebecca) STEVENSON Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, Nov. 12, 1942 This obituary encompasses three deaths: Lon McKinney, Mrs. J.K. (Rebecca) Stevenson and William Feldkamp. ---Within a period of 24 hours, three persons in or near Lincoln died early this week. Lon McKinney passed away early Monday morning at the county farm where he had been cared for the last few days of his life. Mrs. J.K. Stevenson, a resident of Lincoln since 1877, died at 9 o'clock Monday evening at her home. William Feldkamp, living south of Vesper, died at 4 o'clock Tuesday morning. All three had been in ill health the last several weeks. Funeral arrangements for Mr. McKinney and Mr. Feldkamp have not be completed. Mrs. Stevenson's funeral is to be held this Wednesday afternoon at 3 o'clock from the Lincoln Presbyterian church of which she was a member. The minister, Dr. R.L. VANCE, will be in charge. Mrs. Stevenson was born Rebecca CRAWFORD at Williamsport, Pa., Oct. 6, 1856. She was one of 15 children, four girls and 11 boys, born to her parents. In 1877 she came to Lincoln but returned to Pennsvylania to spend several months with an uncle and aunt, finally coming back to this community in 1878 to spend the remainder of her life. Five years later, in 1883, she was married to Jesse Stevenson and they established their home west and north of Lincoln, living there until they retired to Lincoln which remained home. Although she was 86 years of age, Mrs. Stevenson remained active until five weeks ago when she suffered a stroke of paralysis from which she never recovered. Her condition gradually became more critical until the end. She is survived by two children, a daughter, Mrs. Lydia Hower of Denison, Kan.; a son, T.c. Stevenson, living on the homestead farm northwest of Lincoln. Her husband and a son, Frank, preceded her in death. Mc. McKinney had been an invalid for the past few years and had been cared for in Sylvan Gorve until recent months. When no one could be found to care for him, Mr. McKinney was taken to the county farm. Mr. Feldkamp was one of the well known early day settlers of the south Vesper community. In failing health for nearly five years, he was taken critically ill two weeks ago. He is survived by two children, Miss Lenora Feldkamp and Frank Feldkamp, both of the home, and by four brothers and two sisters, Fred Feldkamp, Louis Feldkamp, Lincoln; Ed Feldkamp, Plainville; August Feldkamp, Natoma; Mrs. Barney Dohe, Mrs. Henry Huehl, Lincoln. STEWART --- O. V. STEWART Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, Thursday, August 28, 1941 ---Funeral services for the late Oscar Vernon STEWART who passed away at the Brooks-McCune Hospital, Carthage, Missouri, August 15, 1941 at the age of 76 years, nine months and 4 days were conducted by Rev. O.E. ALLISON of the Lawrence Methodist Church at the Rumsey Funeral Home, Lawrence, Kansas, Tuesday, August 19th. Internment was at the Oak Hill Cemetery, Lawrence, Kansas. Mr. STEWART, son of James and Mary Louisa STEWART was born November 11, 1864 in Madison County, Iowa. He moved with his parents to Dickinson County, Kansas in 1869 and to Lincoln County, Kansas in 1871 where he grew to manhood on the family homestead. He was united in marriage to Ellora Mae PORTER January 1, 1889 to which union were born three children, Ray Edison, Lulu Mae and J. Evert. He moved to Lincoln, Kansas in 1907 and from there to Little River, Kansas in 1931. About three years later he moved to Lawrence, Kansas where he and Mrs. STEWART have since made their home. He was a member of the Methodist Church and Masonic Lodge No. 154 of Lincoln, Kansas. He was preceded in death by his parents, five sisters and one brother. Surviving him are his wife and three children, Ray E. STEWART of Branson, Missouri, Mrs. F. L. THOMPSON of Borger, Tex., and J. E. STEWART of Denver, Colo. submitted by Bill Sowers (Note... We are not related to this person. We found this obit while looking through the paper.) STITES - Charles William Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, Aug. 13, 1942 --- Charles William STITES was born in Franklin County, Illinois, April 3, 1886, and passed away at his home in Lincoln, Kansas, August 6, 1942, in his 77th year. The family came to Lincoln county March 1, 1875, when he was a boy of nine, settling in the Pleasant Valley neighborhood where he grew to manhood, attending the public schools and later the Kansas Christian College at Lincoln. December 4, 1980, he was united in marriage with Arie J. STOVER, with whom he lived happily for nearly 52 years. He moved to Lincoln in 1907 and entered the mercantile business in which he continued until his retirement in September 1939. In his youth, Mr. Stites was converted in a meeting at the Pleasant Valley school house and joined the Baptist church, later transferring his membership to the Lincoln Methodist church. Besides his life companion, he leaves to mourn his death two sisters, Mrs. S.A. ALTMAN of Lincoln and Mrs. F.S. NICHOLSON of Elk Falls, Kansas; one brother, Lewis STITES, Kewanee, Ill., and two nephews, H.W. and Ray STITES, both of Kansas City, Mo. Honest, industrious, God-fearing, Charlie STITES, another of Lincoln county's pioneers, has crossed the Great Divide and settled in that new and better Country, where all true prioneers come at last. Funeral services were held Sunday afternoon, August 9, at 8 o'clock from the Lincoln Methodist church, conducted by the minister, Rev. C.E. Spalding, assisted by Rev. R.L. HENDRICKSON, pastor of the Congregational Christian church. Interment was made in Lincoln cemetery. Submitted by Tracee Hamilton (Note: no relation) STONEBRAKER --- Sarah Ricketts STONEBRAKER Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, Feb. 25, 1932 ---Sarah Ricketts STONEBRAKER was born in Wells County, Ind., Feb. 16, 1854, and peacefully passed away at the home of her son, John, Westfall, Feb. 11, 1932, at the age of 76 years, 11 months and 25 days. She was married to Adam STONEBRAKER Oct. 19, 1872. To this union was born four children, one preceding her in death. Mr. and Mrs. Stonebraker moved to Lincoln County in 1883, where they homesteaded only a short distance from Westfall, here they endured all the hardships of a pioneer life. Mr. Stonebraker passed away July 31, 1919, and from that time on Mrs. Stonebraker has made her home with her children. She is survived by three sons, John of Westfall; Otto of Salina; and Jim of Augusta; two sisters and one brother, Mrs. Charity McGEATH of Indiana, Mrs. Cynthia FOREMAN of Michigan; and John RICKETTS of Lincoln; 11 grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren. Burial was at the Hammer cemetery. STOUT --- Nathan A. STOUT Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, Oct. 5, 1939 ---Nathan A Stout, one of the early settlers of the Beverly community, died unexpectedly at his home in Beverly Monday morning. Apparently in his usual good health, Mr. Stout ate his breakfast and it was a severe shock to Mrs. Stout when she found him dead a short time later on his bed. He was more than 90 years of age. Mr. Stout came to Lincoln county in 1872 and was closely identified with the pioneer days. His mind was ever keen and alert and he brought pleasure to the many who knew him by his intelligent conversation and interest in both the past and present. STOVER --- [child] STOVER Lincoln County Beacon Thursday Jan. 6, 1881. ---An Infant son of Mr. STOVER of Pleasant Valley died a few days ago. (Appearing in the Jan. 13, 1881, issue of the Lincoln County Beacon was the following correction to the previous story): In last weeks issue we stated that Mr. STOVER of Pleasant Valley had lost an "infant son." We are informed since that the boy was aged nine years and seven months. submitted by Bill Sowers (Note... We are not related to this person. We found this obit while looking through the paper.) STRANGE --- Aaron Oliver STRANGE Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, Nov. 18, 1943 ---Aaron Oliver Strange, son of Rev. and Mrs. J. S. Strange, was born in Davis county, Indiana, March 11, 1865, and departed this life early Friday morning, November 12, 1948. Mr. Strange was the son of a pioneer, coming to Kansas with his parents in 1866. He grew to manhood under the hardships and difficulties of the early settlement in what is now Lincoln county. At an early age he confessed his faith in Christ and united with the Christian church of which his father was the first minister. He remained faithful to his Lord and the church. For nearly 17 years he was teacher of the men's Bible class. September 28, 1886, he was united in marriage to Hattie Belle Couse. To this union six children were born: Ida Rathbun and Josheph Strange of Lincoln; John Strange, Burlingame, Kansas; Cora Seine, Denver, Colo.; Stella Rathbun, Buhl, Idaho; Earl of the home. Aaron Strange was a good man, a kind father and a loving husband, a true neighbor in all things. He leaves to mourn the famil, wife and children, one sister, Mrs. Dora Weber of Iowa; a number of grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces and nephew, other relatives and friends. Funeral services were held from his home and from the Christian church in Lincoln Sunday afternoon, November 14, 1943, at 3 o'clock. Interment was made in Lincoln cemetery. (Contributed by David Veh [d.veh@att.net]) STRANGE --- Alfred STRANGE Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, Feb. 11, 1954 ---Alfred Strange, a life long resident of Lincoln county, passes away at his home in Lincoln on Friday, February 5. He was 77 years of age. Alfred Strange received his education in Lincoln schools and in the old Kansas Christian College in Lincoln. After completing his education, he taught school for 25 years. He is survived by his wife and five children. Rev R. L. Hendrickson conducted a funeral service for Alfred Strange on Monday afternoon at the Congregational Christian church. Burial was in the Lincoln cemetery. (Contributed by David Veh [d.veh@att.net]) STRANGE --- Alice Couse STRANGE Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, March 6, 1941 ---Alice E. Couse, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Edgar O. Couse, was born in Broom county, New York, March 24, 1868. She came with her parents to Kansas at the age of nine years and with them endured the hardships of pioneer days. She received her education in Lincoln and after finishing a course from the Lincoln Christian College, she taught school for two terms. March 31, 1889, Alice was united in marriage to James Aaron Bird. To this union six children were born, two of whom preceded her in death dying in infancy. The family lived on a farm south of Lincoln for a good many years. May 3, 1913, Mr. Bird was called to his reward and following his death she lived with her son, Russell Bird, for several years. September 29, 1918, she was united in marriage to the Rev. Thomas Strange. He lived less that two years. Soon after his death she went to Scammon Kansas, to care for her father and mother nearly 10 years. Since their death she returned to Lincoln and made her home for the last seven years with her daughter Helen. An active christian and church worker since early childhood, she was a member of the congregational Christian church, helping wherever she could. Mrs. Strange has enjoyed the best of health and was buy continuously for others and for her church, and helping in the home. Quilting was a most enjoyable pastime of hers. She was a loving and devoted mother and grandmother, always willing to help everyone. She suffered a stroke of paralysis Monday morning, February 24, and never regained consciousness. She passed away Tuesday, February 25, at the age of 72 years, 11 months and one day. She leaves four children to mourn her untimely death; Mrs. Myrtle Hobb, Alvin Bird, Russell Bird and Helen Strange, all of Lincoln; five sisters, one brother, 27 grandchildren, seven great grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends. Funeral services were held at 2:30 o'clock Friday afternoon, February 28, from the Congregational Christian church, the Rev. B. S. Barton in charge, assisted by Rev. T. F. Sowers. Interment was in the Lincoln cemetery, B. G. Hall in charge. (Contributed by David Veh [d.veh@att.net]) STRANGE --- Edward S. STRANGE Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, June 18, 1964 ---Services were held May 27 at Calvary Temple Church for Edward S. Strange, 90, who passed away May 23 at his home, 1528 S. Acoma Street in Denver, Colorado. He was the son of the Rev. T.M. and S.A. STRANGE, late of Lincoln, Kansas. Mr. STRANGE was born in Lincoln county, Kansas, March 30, 1874. He was a devoted and faithful member of Calvary Temple Church. He taught school and farmed in and near Lincoln County for many years, then moved to Goodland, Ks., where he farmed until moving to Denver, Colo., in 1937. He was a carpenter until his retirement. He was married to Lula HILLS April 30, 1907, and to this union 12 children were born: Gilbert, Galt, Calif.; Reva SHULDA, Fern SCOTT, Lee and Ervin of Englewood, Colo.; Erma SCOTT and Lyle, Denver; Elma WINE, Aurora, Colo; Albert, Lakewood, Colo.; Virginia WILLIAMS and Jean BIRD, Grand Junction, Colo. One daughter preceded him in death. He leaves to mourn his passing his wife, Lula, the children, 39 grandchildren, 21 great-grandchildren, his brothers and sisters: Oliver and Mary, Los Gatos, Calif.; Tom STRANGE, Della SHARP of Lincoln Ks.; Rachel HANSHEW, Stromberg, Neb.; Nellie ROBERTSON, Camas, Wash.; Frances Kerr, Oakland, Calif.; and a host of other relatives and friends. STRANGE --- Lafayette S. STRANGE Lincoln County Beacon, July 2, 1885 ---Lafayette S. Strange, son of Elder J.S. Strange, who was so quickly called to eternity by the sad accident of Saturday morning, was a young man whose many good qualities had gained for him a large circle of friends. He possessed those traits of character which would have made him a useful and respected member of society and, in the church of his choice one whose influence for good would have been felt. The parents and friends have the sympathy of the entire community. STRANGE --- Oliver Morton STRANGE Lincoln Sentinel, Aug. 27, 1964 ---Oliver Morton STRANGE was born Decmeber 9, 1877, to the Rev. T.M. and Sarah A. STRANGE at Lincoln, Kansas. He passed away at Los Gatos, Calif., Aug. 6, 1964. He leaves to mourn his passing one brother, Thomas J. of Lincoln; five sisters, Della A. SHARP, Lincoln; Nellie S. ROBERTSON, Camas, Wash.; Rachel HANSHEW, Stromburg, Neb.; Mary STRANGE, Los Gatos, Calif.; and Frances KERR, Oakland, Calif.; nieces and nephews and a host of friends and relatives. STRANGE --- Rev. Sarah A. Bird STRANGE Lincoln Republican, March 14, 1918 ---Sarah A. Bird was born in Davis County, Indiana, May 31st, 1856. Departed this life at her late home, Lincoln, Kansas, March 8th, 1918; age 61 years, nine months and eight days. She was united in marriage to Thomas M. Strange August 5th, 1871. To this union were born fifteen children, five having preceded their mother to the great beyond. At an early age she gave herself into the Master's keeping, proving herself faithful and loyal to the end. In the year 1894 she heard the definite call of her Master and was ordained by the Christian Church to go and preach the gospel, for which cause she faithfully toiled until the very last. She with her husband, labored long and hard, far and near-laboring in four states: Missouri, Oklahoma, Nebraska and Kansas. She was a charter member of the Christian Church at Lincoln, Kansas, but going from place to place she often changed her membership; finally came back to her home church to live out her days. She was an earnest Temperance worker; was chosen president of the W. C. T. U. a number of years. Her earthly life ended at the close of day, but it began anew in a larger way in the Heavenly twilight. She leaves to mourn her los, a husband, Rev. T. M. Strange; ten children - E.S. Strange, Barnard, Kansas; T. J. Strange, Brewster, Kansas; O. M. Strange, Lincoln, Kansas; Laura Strange, Lincoln, Kansas; Phoebe Lindenmuth, Springfield, Missouri; Nellie Robertson, Jennings, Oklahoma; Della Sharp, McAllister, Kansas; Francis Barr, Oberlin, Kansas; Rachel Hanshew, Shelby, Nebraska; Mary Strange, Lincoln, Kansas - 27 grandchildren; two brothers, E. F. and George Bird, Lincoln, Kansas, and many other near and dear relatives and friends. Funeral services were held at the First Christian Church, Lincoln, Kansas, March 11th, 1918. services (sic) conducted by her pastor, assisted by Revs. F. M. Strange and C. E. Huff. Interment was in the Lincoln cemetery. R.L.H. STRANGE --- Susan M Hendrickson STRANGE Lincoln Republican, Nov. 18, 1920 ---Susan M. Hendrickson was born in Davis County, Indiana, October 8th, 1835. She grew to womanhood in her native state and during the closing days of the Civil War was united in marriage to J. S. Strange. To this union eight children were born. Six of these with her husband preceded her in death. Early in life she gave her heart and life to the Christ and was surely faithful until death. She with her family came to Kansas, settling in what is now known as Lincoln County, then but a vast prairie, where Indians roamed at will, in the fall of 1866. Little do we know of the hardships of these early pilgrims, but we do know that to them we owe an everlasting debt of gratitude. May we reverence their memory and use their rich heritage to the glory of God. She closed her eyes in sleep after but a few hours of suffering, November 11th, 1920. So while we celebrated Armistice day she, we believe, celebrated her coronation day. She leaves to follow on, two children: A. O. Strange, Lincoln, and Mrs. Dorinda Webber, Fairfield, Ia. Many grand children and great grand children and a large number of other near and dear relatives and friends. Funeral services were held at the First Christian Church of which she was a charter member, November 14, 1920. Service conducted by the pastor. Interment in the Lincoln Cemetery. STRANGE --- Thomas STRANGE Lincoln Sentinel, Oct. 30, 1919 ---Rev. Thomas M. Strange was born in Regalville, Ind., June 28th, 1851, and came to the end of his earthly pilgrimage Sunday, Oct. 19, 1919, at 6 p.m. He came with his parents to Kansas in the spring of 1866. They stopped near Bennington, Kans., during the summer, then in the fall they were joined by Wm. Hendrickson and family when they all moved to Lincoln county, Kansas. Here he grew to manhood and was married to Miss Sarah Bird on August 15th, 1871. To this union was born 15 children, five of these, whith his first companion, have passed to the Great Beyond. He joined the militia June 6th, 1869, and was mustered in July 12th, 1869, serving until Dec. 1st, 1869, when he was relieved from duty. He was converted to the Christian faith in 1876. He soon heard the Master's call to the ministry and in 1883 he was ordained as a Gospel minister by the Kansas Christian Conference. During his ministry he served fifteen churches. He leaves to mourn his departure, wife, ten children, Ed. Strange of Barnard, Kas.; Laura and Mary Oliver Strange, Lincoln, Kans.; Thomas Strange and Olla Sharp; Francis Barr, Oberlin, Kansas.; Rachel Hanshaw, Shelby, Neb.; Nellie Robinson, Oklahoma; Phoeba Lindermuth, Springfield, Mo. Besides many grandchildren and host of near and dear relatives and friends. Funeral service was held at the First Christian Church, Oct. 22, 1919. Services conducted by R. L. Hendrickson, assisted by Revs. Bradbury and F.M. Strange. Interment in Lincoln cemetery. (Contributed by David Veh [d.veh@att.net] STRANGE --- Una Lucinda STRANGE [Information supplied by contributor] SHREVEPORT, La..... Una Lucinda STRANGE, 82, Shreveport, died Tuesday, April 14, 1998, at Louisiana State University Medical Center, Shreveport. Mrs. STRANGE was born Una Lucinda HANSHEW on Aug. 16, 1915, at Shelby, Neb., and was a resident of Salina, Kan., and Lincoln, Kan., before moving to Shreveport. She was preceded in death by her husband, William Aaron, in 1992, and a daughter, Loreen Jo JACKSON. Survivors include five daughters, Ualetta SINGH of Keithville, [La.], Susie HAMILTON of Tescott, Kan., Lucinda GOODWIN of Shreveport, [La], Margaret BADDERS of Rockport, Texas, and Edna GOULD of Allen, Texas; seven sons, Jerry STRANGE of Concordia, Kan., Aaron STRANGE of Wright City, Okla., David STRANGE of Abilene, Kan., Paul STRANGE of Waxahachie, Texas, Mark STRANGE of Muskogee, Okla., Joseph GIMPLE of Kansas City, Mo., and Denver GOULD Jr. of Milwaukee; many grandchildren and many great-granchildren. A memorial service will be at 2:30 p.m. Saturday in Lincoln, Kan., Cemetery, the Rev. Bob Aills officiating. (Submitted by Edna Gould - eddiegould@hotmail.com STRANGE --- Rev. William Aaron STRANGE. Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, 17 September 1992 William (Bill) Aaron STRANGE, 80, died at St. John's Hospital in Salina on Saturday, September 12, 1992. He was born September 11, 1912, in Lincoln, the son of Joseph and Vallie STRANGE. Bill was an ordained minister who preached extensively and specialized in a one-to-one friendship ministry. Bill and his wife Una, enjoyed 55 years of marriage and 10 children. Bill and Una raised four grandchildren; Joseph GIMPLE, Navy; Margaret BADDERS, San Antonio, Texas; Edna GOULD, Navy; and Denver GOULD, Abilene. Bill was preceeded in death by his daughter, Loreen Jo JACKSON, and her husband, Gary JACKSON. Survivors include his wife, Una; six sons, Geral STRANGE and wife Billie of Clarksville, Texas, Jerry STRANGE of Tescott, Aaron STRANGE and wife Judy of Wright City, Oklahoma, David STRANGE and wife Karen of Abilene, Paul STRANGE and wife Jackie of Waxahachie, Texas, and Mark STRANGE and wife Teresa of Hulbert, Oklahoma; three daughters, Ualetta SINGH and husband Krishna of Shreveport, Louisiana, Susie HAMILTON of Tescott and Lucinda GOODWIN and husband Don of Abilene; 37 grandchildren and 31 great-grandchildren. Graveside services were held Wednesday, September 16, at 2:00 p.m. at Lincoln Cemetery, the Rev. Carson Johnson officiating with a memorial service following at Abilene Foursquare Church. (Contributed by Edna Gould - eddiegould@hotmail.com STRATTON --- Charlie L. Lincoln Republican, March 10, 1887 ---Died at Rocky Hill March 4, Charlie L., son of William and Mary STRATTON. Deceased was born at Sumner, Michigan, April 12, 1872. Three weeks before his death, he came from his native state to the house of his sister Mrs. Dickinson, accompanied by his father and mother. The funeral was conducted at the Rocky Hill school house, by Rev. W.D. Ward, last Sabbath afternoon, a large number being in attendance. His remains now rest in the Lincoln cemetery. Charlie was prepared to go, and with this thought the saddened relatives are comforted. SULSAR --- Joseph SULSAR Lincoln Beacon, April 8, 1880 ---On Thursday, April 1st, Joseph SULSAR, another citizen of Cedron. Mr. SULSAR was a man well along in years, and the father of Mrs. George STITES of Indiana township. Thus in one week has Lincoln county lost two of her best citizens. (Referring to the death of Thomas Twibell four days earlier) [Buried Spillman] SULSAR --- Perry Neal SULSAR Lincoln Sentinel Republican, Thursday, June 30, 1955 ---Perry Neal SULSAR was born January 15, 1942, in Lincoln County, Kansas, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Edward SULSAR and passed away June 11, 1955. Perry lived his entire life on the farm with his parents near Ash Grove. He was active in community affairs and 4-H work. He accepted Christ at an early age and was faithful to the church and attended the public shool in Ash Grove. He leaves to mourn his passing his parents, one brother, Lyle of Salina, his grandparents, Mr and Mrs. Scott SULSAR of the home and Mr and Mrs. John HILL of Salina; his sister-in-law, a niece and nephew, as well as many other relations and friends. Funeral services were held at the Ash Grove Church Tuesday June 14 with Rev. HUMFEID of Beloit in charge. Burial was made in the Spillman Cemetery. submitted by Bill and Diana Sowers (Note... no relation to this person.) SWINTON --- Cora Mae SWINTON Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, Thursday, July 21, 1955 ---Cora Mae SWINTON, the last of the old pioneers in the Victor community, died at the home of her daughter and son-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. P. J. McQUILLAN at 8:30 p.m., July 9, 1955. The deceased was the daughter of Sarah WINTHROP and John Currier PEAVEY. She was born in Pawnee City, Nebraska, September 10, 1863, being aged at the time of her death, 91 years, nine months and 29 days. She came to Mitchell County, Kansas, in a covered wagon in 1874 at the age of ten years. She was the last of a family of six. She was married to Walter SWINTON in Beloit, Kansas, February 28, 1882. To this union were born six children, all of whom living except Mrs. Ida EWING, who died in 1925. The surviving children are Gladys McQUILLAN, Vesper, Kansas; George and Ray of Beloit, Kansas; Alvin of Hunte, Kansas; and Mrs. J. A. (Mae) WICK of Cedar Ridge, Colorado. There are twelve grandchildren, twenty-four great grandchildren and three great great grandchildren. Mr. SWINTON preceded her in death in 1929. ...Funeral services were arranged by the Hall Funeral Home at Lincoln, Kansas, and wer held at the Round Springs Church in Mitchell County, Wednesday afternoon, July 13, with Rev. Gilbert PETERS officiating... Burial was in the Round Springs Cemetery. Pallbearers were Wayne EWING, Harold EWING, Urban EWING, Wilfred SWINTON, Don SWINTON, grandsons, and James FARRAND. submitted by Bill and Diana Sowers (Note... no relation to this person.) TAYLOR --- [child] TAYLOR Lincoln County Beacon Thursday July 1, 1880. ---(From Colorado locals section of paper). Death of eleven month old son of R.A. TAYLOR on June 22nd. submitted by Bill and Diana Sowers (Note... no relation to us.) TAYLOR - Alonzo Firmie TAYLOR Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, Oct. 29, 1942 ---Alonzo Firmie TAYLOR, son of Lott and Sarah TAYLOR, was born April 19, 1885, near Wilson, Ellsworth county, Kansas, and departed this life at the St. John's Hospital, Salina, Oct. 21, 1942, age 57 years, five months and two days. While yet a boy he moved with his parents to a farm near Beverly where he grew to manhood. June 10, 1908, he was united in marriage to Dora Lousie BACHMAN at Lakin, Kansas. To this union were born five children. One child preceded him in death. Those to mourn his passing are his wife, three daughters, Grace of the home, Mrs. Viola JOHNSON of Salina, Mrs. Leola DOLL of Lincoln; and one son Firmie Jr. of Wichita; three grandchildren, two brothers, Claude L. of Chanute, John of Beverly; and three sisters, Mrs. A.D. SPARKS, Mrs. Oscar CASSELL of Beverly, and Mrs. Rheba FLINT of Cheyenne, Wyo. Interment was made in the Beverly cemetery. TAYLOR --- John L. TAYLOR Paper unknown, date of death Aug. 9, 1956 ---BEVERLY--The funeral for John L. TAYLOR will be Saturday at 2 p.m. in the Beverly Community Church, the Rev. Roy HENDRICKSON officiating. Burial will be in Beverly Cemetery. Mr. TAYLOR was born in Pennsylvania April 29, 1877, and came to Kansas as a young man. A retired farmer, he is survived by one son and six daughters, Glen, Glasco; Mrs. Blanche MCCORMICK, Mrs. Bernice POWELL and Mrs. Vera MCBRIDE, Beverly, and Mrs. Helen ROSEBROOK, Mrs. Florence STEVENS and Mrs. Nova INBODEN, Culver; one brother and two sisters; 19 grandchildren and 22 great granchildren. The body was taken to Hall Funeral Home, Lincoln. It will be at the Taylor home in Beverly prior to the funeral. Mr. TAYLOR died at St. John's Hospital Thursday. Submitted by: Robyn Osborn robyn2@harborside.com TAYLOR --- Lott Gardner TAYLOR Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, 3 October 1929 ---Lott Gardner TAYLOR, was born in Clarion County, Pennsylvania, Aug. 3rd, 1845. He was united in marriage to Sarah Ann EDWARDS of Gohenville, Penn., Nov 19th, 1868. He became a member of the Free Methodist Church at the age of 19 years. He later joined the Wesleyan Methodist church of Wilson, Kansas and later the Beverly Methodist church when he came to Beverly to make his home. His wife and eight children preceded him in death. He leaves to mourn for him a brother, Will TAYLOR, of Enid, Oklahoma, a sister, Sarah WHITMAN of Tulsa, Oklahoma, three sons, John and Fermie of Beverly, Kansas and Claud of Chanute, Kansas. Three daughters, Flora CASSELL and Effie SPARKS of Beverly, Kansas and Rheba FLINT of Savageton, Wyoming and a host of other relatives and friends. He had made his home with his daughter, Mrs. Flora CASSELL for the past fifteen years. He was a faithful servant in the work of his master and was called home from the house of God Sunday, Sept 22, 1929. (NOTE: Lott actually died while attending Sunday church services.) Submitted by: Robyn Osborn robyn2@harborside.com THAETE --- Dorothea Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, June 18, 1964 ---The funeral for Mrs. Dorothea THAETE, 82, who died Monday at th eEllsworth Memorial hospital, will be at 10 o'clock Thursday morning at the Bethlehem Lutheran church in Sylvan Grove. Burial will be in the Lutheran cemetery at Sylvan Grove. Mrs. THAETE was born July 19, 1881, in Lebanon, Ks. She had lived in Sylvan Grove the past 13 years. Surviving are two sons, Edwin THAETE of Downs, Willard THAETE of Filer, Idaho; six daughters, Lydia MUELLER of Filer, Idaho; Hilda LAMPPE of Twin Falls, Idaho, Viola THAEMERT of Sylvan Grove, Irene BARDEN of Bellflower, Calif., and Evelyn KOSHELNICK of Everett, Wash. THEWS --- Frederick W. THEWS Lincoln Republican Thursday, January 16, 1919. ---On the morning of the 9th of January one of the greatest shocks that has come to the Shady Bend community was the announcement of the death of Frederick W. THEWS. He was born in Doniphan County, Kansas, October 25, 1892. In 1893 he moved with his parents to Lincoln County. The family located near Beverly. On November 5, 1913, he was united in marriage to Miss Carrie McFARLAND. Immediately after the marriage the young couple moved to the farm. For five years this was an ideal home. But Mr. THEWS was taken with influenza on December 29th. On Saturday the 11th of January he was buried in the Beverly Cemetery. He leaves to mourn his death a devoted wife, a father and mother and five sisters. submitted by Bill and Diana Sowers (Note... We are not related to this person. We found this obit while looking through the paper.) THIEMANN --- Lorenz THIEMANN Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, Thursday, October 8, 1936 ---Lorenz William August, son of Otto THIEMANN and wife, Lena nee BOLTE, was born October 15, 1918, and on October 27th, he was received into God's covenant of grace through Holy Baptism. Having been thoroughly instructed in the chief parts of Christian doctrine, he renewed his baptismal vow in the rite of confirmation on March 20, 1932. This vow he faithfully kept unto his end. Several months ago he suddenly took ill but a few weeks his condition improved nicely. However, it was only for a short duration and his condition again grew worse from day to day. Confidently trusting in His Savior he quietly fell asleep in Jesus September 28, 1936, at the age of 17 years, 11 months and 13 days. His passing is mourned by his sorrowing parents, one brother, Alfred, two sisters, Edna and Erma and many other relatives and friends. Funeral services were held Thursday afternoon, October 1, with Rev. H. KROENING in charge, assisted by J. E. BARTELS and a girls quartet. Services were conducted in St. Paul's Lutheran Church, interment followed in St. John's Cemetery. submitted by Bill and Diana Sowers (Note... We are not related to this person. THOMPSON --- Mabel THOMPSON Barnard Times --- Thursday, August 16, 1888 ---Died at her home near Coursen's Grove, Aug. 11 of typhoid-pneumonia, Mabel THOMPSON, aged 7 years and 3 months. The sympathy of the entire community is with the bereaved family. THOMPSON --- William E. THOMPSON Saline Valley Register -- Wednesday, September 13, 1876 --- Page 3, column 2 "Killed by the Indians" A letter received here, on the 5th, by T.A. Walls, from Peter Smith of Custar City, states that William E. THOMPSON, who left here in March last for the Black Hills, was killed by the Indians near Custar, on the 23rd of August. He, with three others were out four miles from Custar, making hay, when they were murdered. Mr. THOMPSON had several balls in his body and was scalped also. He was one of the first settlers of this county, and was highly respected by all parties. He sold his livery property here to Mr. ROBINSON, last spring and in company with several other citizens of our county went to the new gold fields, where he has since been. He had been on the plains for a number of years, and was the last men we would have thought of being surprised and murdered by the savages. He was an intelligent, honest, industrious man, and his loss is deeply deplored by all our citizens, among whom he had many friends and few enemies. This obituary was supplied by Luci J. Baker -- (email: ljbaker@whyweb.com) TILMAN --- Sarah M. TILLMAN ---June 10, 1886, at her home in Elkhorn township, near Lincoln Center, Mrs. M. Tilman, aged 41 years. Deceased leaves a husband and four children. The funeral took place from the school house near the German Lutheran church, upon June 11, conducted by Rev. George Tenney. TITSWORTH --- Ted TITSWORTH Lincoln Sentinel, June 5, 1902 ---Ted, the little son of Sim Titsworth, died Monday evening of diphtheria. Three other children of this family are seriously ill with this disease, and it has been necessary to quarantine the house. This is a sad affliction, it being the second death in the family in less than a year. TITUS --- J.B. Lincoln Republican, March 10, 1887 ---Died-At his home near Beverly, on the fifth day of March 1887, J.B. TITUS, at the age of 63. He was born in Schohara county, New York; at the age of 16 he removed with his parents to Jacksonville, Ill. At the age of 24 he removed to Lee county, Iowa. He was married to Minerva WRIGHT, in Lee county, Iowa. In 1853 he removed to Osage county, Kansas. In 1862 he returned to Iowa and returned to Kansas again in 1878 and, in 1881, settled in Lincoln county on the farm where he died. His wife and five children are left to mourn his loss. He was a faithful member of the Baptist church for many years. He was buried with honors of the I.O.O.F. of which order he was a member. He had been an honored citizen of the community in which he resided and many sorrowing friends accompanied his remains to its last resting place. TOOLE --- H. J. TOOLE The Lincoln Sentinel Republican --- April 4, 1940 ---That death loves a shining mark was again demonstrated Friday morning when H.J. TOOLE, county weed supervisor, died unexpectedly at St. John s hospital in Salina where he was apparently recovering from a ruptured appendix and peritonitis. He was born April 1882. TOOLE - Sadie Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, Sept. 13, 1962 --- Mrs. Sadie M. Toole, 87, a resident of Lincoln county since 1887, passed away Friday at the Lincoln County Hospital. She had been in poor health several years. Born August 9, 1875, in Bellefonte, Pennsylvania, Mrs. Toole came to Kansas with her parents when she was two. She lived in the Vesper community until 1940 when her husband, Henry TOOLE, died. She was a member of St. Patrick's Roman Catholic Church. Mrs. TOOLE is survived by three sisters, Mrs. Lena KILCOYNE and Mrs. Leta BOHLING, both of Lincoln, and Mrs. Mabel COOPER of Hollister, Calif.; and four brothers, Grant, John, Alvin and W.A. LEWICK, all of Lincoln. The funeral was held at 9:30 o'clock Monday morning at St. Patrick's Church with the Rev. Lawrence Pierce officiating. Interment was in St. Patrick's cemetery. Submitted by Tracee Hamilton (tracee.hamilton2@verizon.net). TRAULSEN --- Catharine Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, March 17, 1960 --The funeral for Mrs. F.A. Traulsen, 80, will be held Saturday afternoon at 2 o'clock in the Hall Memorial Chapel, the Rev. Roy L. Hendrickson officiating. Interment will be made in Lincoln cemetery. Mrs. Traulsen passed away early Tuesday morning at the Lincoln County hospital where she had been a patient several days. She had been in failing health the past four months. Born in Freslee, Germany, September 29, 1879, she was married to F.A. Traulsen in Glensburg, Germany, November 25, 1899. They came to the United States in 1905 and settled on a farm in Lincoln county. They had made their home in Lincoln county continuously since that time. Mr. and Mrs. Traulsen were privileged to celebrate their sixtieth wedding anniversary last November. Mrs. Traulsen is survived by her husband, F.A. Traulsen, of the home west of Denmark; two daughters, Mrs. Christine Phillips of St. Maries, Idaho, and Mrs. Frieda Petersen of Sacramento, California; two sons, Adolph Traulsen of Lincoln and Ervin Traulsen of the home; one brother, Jacob Paulsen of Arkansas City, seven grandchildren and 18 great grandchildren. [Submitted by Tracee Hamilton. I am not related to this person.] TROUT --- Minnie TROUT The Beacon of Lincoln County Thursday, June 14, 1883. ---Died June 6, in Battle Creek, this county, Minnie TROUT in her sixth year. The funeral services took place the following day at the family residence. submitted by Bill and Diana Sowers (Note... no relation to us.) TURNER --- Edward TURNER Lincoln County Beacon Thursday August 26, 1880. ---Eugene TURNER received a telegram from Florida Tuesday last informing him of the sudden death of his brother, Edward, in that state. He immediately left for Florida, his brother Charles accompanying him to the railroad. (Note... a follow-up article on the death of Edward TURNER appeared in the September 2nd issue of the paper. The deceased, was murdered by a customer at his store in Leesburg, Florida.) submitted by Bill Sowers (Note... We are not related to this person. We found this obit while looking through the paper.) TURNER --- Martha BROOKS TURNER Lincoln Sentinel, April 18, 1901 --- Martha Florence BROOKS TURNER was born in Bartholomew Co., Indiana, March 31, 1865, and died in Lincoln, Kansas, April 12, 1901, aged 36 years and 12 days. She was the mother of eight children, four of whom survive her. Mrs. Turner in the highest sense lived for others. With her family of children dependent upon her for their whole support she cheerfully gave herself to their care. God only knows the privation, the anxiety, the trials. submitted by Tracee Hamilton (Note: This is my great-great-aunt. I can be contacted at tracee.hamilton2@verizon.net.) TWIBELL --- Thomas Lincoln Beacon, April 8, 1880 ---On Saturday, March 27, at his home in Cedron township, Thomas TWIBELL, aged 46, of typhoid pneumonia. Mr. TWIBELL came to this county from Pennsylvania about four years ago, and during his residence here, has made hosts of friends. [Buried Spillman] URBAN --- Walter W. URBAN Lincoln Sentinel-Republican -- May 31, 1984 --- Walter W. URBAN, 80, died Sunday, May 20, 1984, at St. John Hospital, Salina. He was born Aug. 11, 1903, at Sylvan Grove and was a lifelong resident of Lincoln County. Mr. Urban was a graduate of Washburn University and Law School. He practiced law in Lincoln more than 50 years, opening his practice here in 1929. He served several terms as Lincoln County Attorney. He was a member of Phi Pi Phi Legal Fraternity. In 1970 he was awarded an honorary Juris Doctor from Washburn University. He was chairman of the Toronto Dam Commission and was a member of the Tuttle Creek Dam Commission. During World War II he was a staff attorney for the O.P.A. Mr. Urban was a member of the Sylvan Grove Masonic Lodge, Salina Isis Shrine , Elks Lodge and the Kansas Bar Association. His wife Julia died in 1980. He is survived by a daughter, Lee Ann ROHRER, Lexington, Ky., and two grandchildren. Funeral services were Thursday, May 24, at the Hall Mortuary, Rev. Robert J. LUEDENS officiating. Interment was in Lincoln Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Lincoln Carnegie Library. VAN VALKENBURG --- Adeline VAN VALKENBURG Lincoln County Beacon, April 29, 1886 ---At her home in Lincoln county, April 21, 1886, Mrs. Adeline Van Valkenburg, aged 42 years and 5 days. Deceased was born at Hunter, N.Y., April 26, 1844. She was married 21 years ago to Mr. F.H. Van Valkenberg who still lives to mourn her departure. Since 1884 she has been a resident of Kansas, where she has become favorably known to many. For 25 years she has been a member of the M.E. church. The funeral services were held Thursday, April 22, at the Presbyterian church, conducted by Rev. W.D. Ward. A large concourse of friends followed the remains to their resting place in the Lincoln cemetery. Her friends mourn but she is at peace. VonFANGE --- Kate VonFANGE Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, Aug. 2, 1964 ---Mrs. Katherine (Kate) VonFange passed away Monday morning at the Lincoln county rest home following a long illness. She was 93. Born in Hanover, Germany, Dec. 12, 1870, Mrs. VonFange had lived in Lincoln county more than 70 years. She was a member of St. John Lutheran church. The funeral for Mrs. VonFange was held this Wednesday afternoon at 2:30 o'clock at St. John Lutheran church, the Rev. Theordore STOLP officiating. Burial was in the St. John cemetery. Mrs. VonFange is survived by one son, Henry WOLTING of Barnard; two daughters, Mrs. Matidla AUFDEMBERGE and Mrs. George ACHTERBERG, both of Beverly; six grandchildren and 23 great-grandchildren. WACKER --- Anna Sophia Feldkamp WACKER Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, Feb. 18, 1932 ---Anna Sophia Emma WACKER was born Aug. 11, 1879, at Bensenville, Dupage Co., Ill. In 1882 she came to Lincoln county, Kansas, with her parents, settling on a farm near Vesper, where she grew to womanhood. In the year 1894 on March 18th she was confirmed in the German Evangelical church south of Vesper by Rev. WALTER. On Nov. 13, 1902, she was married to Edward J.G. WACKER and lived on their farm where she passed away on Feb. 5, 1932, at the age of 52 years, 5 months, 25 days. Her mother and father Wm. FELDKAMP going to their Heavenly Mansions in the years Sept. 18, 1916 and Dec. 10, 1918, respectively, the brother passed over on Sept. 19, 1917. She leaves to mourn her husband, six brothers, Henry, William, Lanie, Fred FELDKAMP, Lincoln, August of Natoma, and Edd Feldkamp of Plainville. Two sisters, Mrs Mary HUEHL and Mrs. Carrie DOHE of Lincoln. Funeral services were conducted by the Rev. SYBOLT of Holyrood from the German Emanuel Evangelical church, Vesper. [Buried Lincoln cemetery] WAGNER or WAGONER -- Clarence Lewis WAGNER Lincoln Sentinel, Aug 25, 1910 ---Clarence Lewis WAGNER [elsewhere in the paper he is referred to as Clarence WAGONER], son of Mr. and Mrs. Lewis WAGNER, was born September 14, 1891, in Mitchell County, Kansas, and departed this life August 18, 1910, being 14 years, 11 months, and 4 days old. He was converted in the year 1908 under the preaching of Rev. DARNELL, attended Sunday school regularly, was a good boy and liked by all who knew him. He leaves a father, mother, and four sisters, and many relatives and friends to mourn his departure. Funeral services were conducted at the house by Rev. LATHROP of Pottersburg, Kansas. WAIT --- Anna C. WAIT Lincoln Sentinel, May 11, 1916 ---Anna C. Wait died very suddenly at her home in this city Wednesday morning. She was in good health the night before and was up town doing her trading as usual. Wednesday morning the family found her dead, she must have passed away only a short time before. In her this community loses a good woman. She has accomplished much good in this county. For many, many years she taught school and hundreds of her pupils are now scattered all over this United States. For many years she was a hard worker for the suffrage cause, and at last saw the fruits of her labors. At the time of her death her only son, Alfred, and his wife lived with her. Funeral will be held Saturday and the remains will be laid at the side of her husband who preceded her several years. WAIT - Lillian W. WAIT Daily Inter Lake, Kalispell, Mont., Dec. 24, 1943 ---Funeral services for Lillian W. Wait were held Friday morning at the Waggener and Campbell chapel with Rev. Mrs. R.C. Treloar officiating. Interment followed in the Conrad Memorial cemetery. Lillian Woolridge Wait was born in Charles City, Iowa, in 1874. While very young the family moved to Kansas where she grew up. Theere she taught school for a time and later was married to Alfred H. Wait, a prominent newspaperman. After the death of her husband 28 years ago, Mrs. Wait became city librarian in Lincoln, Kan., When her health failed in 1936 she came to live with her sister and brother-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Russell Shaw of East Lake shore. Mrs. Wait, although somewhat of an invalid. was keenly interested in what went on in her community and whenever she could she took an active part in the social life of her neighbors. She was greatly interested in books and helped with the work of the circulating library on the lake shore. She passed away Wednesday, Dec. 22, 1943, at the home of her sister at the age of 69 years. Besides her sister, Mrs. Wait is survived by a brother, Burke Tufts of Manhattan, Kan., and seven nieces and nephews. WALLACE --- Elizabeth Wallace Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, April 5, 1945 ---Elizabeth Cramb, daughter of William and Ann Cramb, was born in Mylnifield, Quarry, Scotland, July 26, 1855, and passed away at her home March 27, 1945 ated 89 years, eight months and one day. She united with the Presbyterian church in early life and remained a faithful Christian. She came to Kansas in 1884 and was employed in the late Arthur Goodwin home at Minneapolis until her marriae to Thomas Wallace July 26, 1889. He was also a native of Scotland. To this union were born four children, one daughter, Mrs. Belle Mastellar, and three sons, John A. and David A. of Barnard and William C. of Minneapolis. Her husband preceded her in death February 2, 1932. She leaves to mourn her passing her children, fourteen grand children and eight great grandchildren. Four of her grand sons, James, Dale, Robert and Delbert are in the U. S. service; also Carl Shumaker and Junior Muller. [Submitted by Pamela Graf, familyattic@hotmail.com] WALLACE --- Thomas WALLACE Barnard Bee, Thursday February 4, 1932 ---Thomas WALLACE, an aged farmer residing about four miles northeast of Barnard, who was injured a week ago Sunday while engaged in making some repairs to his windmill, mention of which was made in our last week's issue, passed away at the family home Tuesday morning at 8:20 o'clock. The immediate cause of his death was apoplexy. The funeral was held yesterday afternoon at the family home, the service being conducted by Rev. J. H. Reynolds and interment was made in the Milo Cemetery. Thomas Wallace was born in Lochee, Scotland on May 12, 1860. He emigrated to the United States in 1885 and in March of that year came to Kansas and homesteaded the farm near here which has since been the family home. On July 26, 1889 he was united in marriage with Miss Elizabeth CRAMB. To this union were born four children, one daughter and three sons, all of whom with his faithful wife survive him. The children are: Mrs. Belle MASTELLAR, Dave and Alfred WALLACE, all of the Barnard community, and William WALLACE of Lochee, Scotland, and one sister, Mrs. Belle WASHER of Barnard. Many other relatives and friends mourn his departure. Deceased was 71 years, 8 months and 20 days of age. [Submitted by Pamela Graf, familyattic@hotmail.com] WALLS --- Gertie WALLS Lincoln County Beacon Thursday December 30, 1880. ---Died December 24th of typhoid pneumonia, Gertie, daughter of J.C. and E.M. WALLS of Pleasant Valley, aged four years, eight months and nine days. submitted by Bill Sowers (Note... We are not related to this person. We found this obit while looking through the paper.) WALLS - Infant Lincoln Sentinel, Nov. 11, 1909 --- Last week Wednesday, Mr. and Mrs. Charles WALLS had to say good bye to their little five days old infant son. The funeral services in the Pleasant Dale church were conducted by the pastor H.C. BRADBURY and the burial was in the Hammer cemetery. "It is not the will of your father in heaven that one of these little ones should perish." Submitted by Tracee Hamilton (tracee.hamilton2@verizon.net). WALLS --- John B. WALLS Lincoln Beacon, 15 September 1893 ---John B. WALLS died at his home in Lincoln, Thrusday, August 31, 1893, aged 74 years and 3 days, of dropsy and old age. Mr. WALLS was born in Indiana County, Pennsylvania, Aug. 28, 1819, where he lived until 1856, when he moved to Missouri, residing in that state until 1858, when he went to Iowa. He came to Lincoln County in 1869 and lived in this vicinity until 1883, when he returned to the neighborhood of his old home in Iowa, but about 3 years ago found him again in Lincoln. His aged wife, with whom he had lived 53 years, survives him and also two sons, Thomas and James, their only surviving children. The funeral was held in the M.E. Church...conducted by Rev. W. L. CANNON Submitted by Scott Holl scottholl@earthlink.net WALLS --- Nolan WALLS Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, 14 February 1935 ---[Nolan WALLS was the brother of Iona (WALLS) WALTERS]. Lincoln relatives were notified Monday evening of the death of Nolan WALLS who passed away...at his home in Cleveland. He was 56 years old and... had been a locomotive engineer with an Ohio railroad. Nolan WALLS was reared in this community and lived here until he became a young man. Feeling that there was greater opportunity in the east he journeyed to Ohio where he took up his residence in Cleveland. Surviving are his widow and four children, all living in Cleveland; six sisters--Mrs. J.S. RICH, Mrs. George MCFARLAND, Mrs. Spencer DONLEY, Mrs. Roy MCFARLAND, Mrs. E. C. WALTERS, all of Lincoln; Mrs. Louise PIKE, Kansas City and Mrs. Edith STALLINGS [it is not clear how this last person is related]. Funeral services...in Cleveland...burial will be in the cemetary there. Submitted by Scott Holl scottholl@earthlink.net WALLS -- T. A. WALLS Lincoln Sentinel, 2 June 1902 ---Thomas WALLS died May 31 of heart disease at his home near Lincoln and was buried...in the Lincoln Cemetary. He was favorably and widely known, and the esteem in which he was held was shown by the procession which was almost two miles long. WALLS was born in Pennsylvania but moved to Kansas from Fayette County, Iowa in the spring of 1870...he was elected Registar of Deeds and was elected Sheriff in '76 and '77. Mr. Walls had always been prominent in the affairs of the county, not only in the stirring days earlier, but up to the time of his death. Submitted by Scott Holl (great-great-grandson) scottholl@earthlink.net WALLS --- Emma (CROWE) WALLS This is from a typed copy of a newspaper obit, I assume from a Lincoln Co. paper--no date given; date of death 1-16-1904. ---Mrs. Emma WALLS died Saturday, Jan 16, at her home near Rocky Hill, of apaplexy. Mrs. WALLS was born on the Isle of Man in June 1851. She came to this country when about two years of age and lived with her parents in Iowa until her marriage in 1866. In 1870 she came to this county and... made her home near Lincoln. In May 1902 her husband died. Nine children survive, eight daughters and a son. Three live in Cleveland, Ohio, and three are at home. Those living in this county are Misses Buelah, Pluma, and Louis WALLS, Mesdames E.C. WALTERS and Spencer DONLEY. Four sisters, Mesdames DAY, MARSHALL, ELGIN, LINCOLN, and Lydia BROWN of Wagner I.T. and a brother, Ed CROWE of Lincoln also survive. A daughter, Mrs. Belle RICH arrived Monday night [for services] Submitted by Scott Holl (great-great grandson) scottholl@earthlink.net WALTERS --- E. C. WALTERS Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, 24 February 1944 Ezekiel C. WALTERS, son of Charles and Marian WALTERS was born June 6, 1869, near Jolliet, Ill. and died on Feb. 14, 1944 at his home southeast of Lincoln, aged 74 years, eight months, eight days. At the age of nine he came to Kansas. Married Anna Iona WALLS on April 9, 1893. Five children--Ethel, Emma, Nolan, Henry and Irene. Four sisters--Clara QUARY, Ellsworth; Jennie MCAFEE, Perry, Okla.; Mamie INGHAM, Lincoln; Nellie KANBAUM, Chicago. A brother, Fred. One half-brother, John SHELDON, Ness City. In 1899 he moved to the Rocky Hill neighborhood. Interment in Lincoln Cemetary. Submitted by Scott Holl (great-grandson) scottholl@earthlink.net WALTERS --- Ionia Ann (WALLS) WALTERS Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, 12 February 1959 ---Mrs. Ionia Ann [WALLS] WALTERS, 84, a long-time resident of Lincoln Co. died Saturday evening at the Lincoln Co. Hospital. Mrs. WALTERS was born Sept. 30, 1874, south of Lincoln. Raised in the Spring Creek community. Following her marriage to E.C. [Ezekiel] WALTERS in 1893, lived at Rocky Hill, southeast of Lincoln. Mr WALTERS died in 1944. Survivors: three daughters--Mrs. Ethel HUTCHISON, Paradise; Mrs. Irene SPARKS, Beverly; Mrs. Emma LEWICK; Lincoln; two sons--Nolan WALTERS, Lincoln; Henry WALTERS, Salina; 13 grandchildren and 31 great-grandchildren. Interment in Lincoln Cemetary. Submitted by Scott Holl (great-grandson) scottholl@earthlink.net WALTERS --- Nolan WALTERS Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, 1 July 1971 ---Nolan WALTERS was born August 15, 1899 to Ezekiel and Ionia [WALLS] WALTERS. Died June 25, 1971 at St. John's Hospital, Salina. He spent all his life in Lincoln County. Married Mary QUILLAN, Feb. 26, 1922. The family farmed east of Lincoln until moving to town in 1944. Nolan served two terms as sheriff of Lincoln County, was a past president of the Chamber of Commerce, a member of the United Methodist Church and was a past member of the Lion's Club. Preceded in death by his parents and a daughter, Kathleen, who died in 1945. Survivors: wife, Mary; three daughters--Mrs. Marjorie HOLL and Marniece SHEETS, both of Lincoln; Mrs. Margueritte PINNICK of Eudora; a son, Richard, Lincoln; three sisters--Mrs. Ethel HUTCHISON, Paradise; Mrs. Irene SPARKS, Beverly; Mrs. Emma LEWICK, Lincoln; a borther, Henry, Salina; nine children. Submitted by Scott Holl (grandson) scottholl@earthlink.net WARD --- "Grandma" WARD Lincoln County Beacon Thursday January 6, 1881. ---(From Monroe area local news) Grandma WARD died December 21st at the residence of her son, Matthew WARD. One of the pioneers of Lincoln County has taken her flight to that better land prepared for the faithful. submitted by Bill Sowers (Note... We are not related to this person. We found this obit while looking through the paper.) WARNER --- Rev. George W. WARNER Lincoln Beacon Thursday February 22, 1894. ---(From Barnard area local news) Rev. George W. WARNER was taken sick about three weeks ago with pneumonia ending with typhoid symptoms and died Saturday night, February 3rd. He was buried at Minneapolis on Tuesday, Feb. 6th. Mr. WARNER was a licensed preacher of the M.E. Church and an old soldier in the War of 1861-1865 in which he was wounded in one arm. Mr. WARNER was born at Shelbyville, Vermont, June 27, 1825. He moved to Harrison, Illinois, when a young man. There he married Miss Diantha DOWELL in 1847. Eight children were born to them, only three being alive. They came to Minneapolis, Kansas, November, 1877, where they have lived ever since except one year in Barnard... submitted by Bill and Diana Sowers (Note... We are not related to this person. We found this obit while looking through the paper. This is a summary of a much longer obituary.) WATSON --- William T. WATSON Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, Nov. 5, 1942 ---William T. WATSON, a former county commissioner from the second district of Lincoln county, died early Friday morning at St. John's hospital in Salina where he had been a patient for several weeks. Mr. Watson's heatlh had been gradually failing for several years and recently he suffered a cerebral hemorrhage from which he was unable to recover. At the time of his death, Mr. Watson was aged 73 years and 14 days. William Thomas Watson, son of Thomas and Ann Watson, was born Oct. 16, 1869, near Salina, Saline county, Kansas. While yet a boy he moved with his parents to a farm north of Lincoln where he grew to manhood, living the remainder of his life, except for two years spent on the Pacific Coast, in this community. Oct. 16, 1898, he was united in marriage to Rhoda Wild at Beverly. He and his bride established their home in Battle Creek township where they lived for 44 years. To this union were born seven children, one of whom preceded him in death. The surviving nearest relatives are his wife, three daughters, Mrs. H.M. LOUNSBURY of Lincoln, Mrs. D.S. SNYDER Jr. of Wichita, Miss Velma WATSON of Daytona Beach, Fla., and three sons, Wendell of Hunter, Emery of Barnard and Elton in the U.S. army, also five grandsons. WEBB --- Nellie Jane (DEEDS) WEBB Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, Thursday, October 2, 1941 ---Mrs. Emphis WEBB fell asleep September 23, 1941 at her home. Mrs. WEBB had been in poor health for some time but her death was unexpected and a shock to the community. Nellie Jane DEEDS was born to Hiram and Olive [STARKS] DEEDS on May 4, 1874 at Mercer, Pennsylvania and came with her parents to Lincoln, Kansas, in 1878. She has lived most of her life in or near Lincoln. Her marriage to Emphis J. WEBB took place August 4, 1895 at her home near Lincoln. Three chidren were born to this union, all of whom with the bereaved husband survive. Mrs. Vona SCHROEDER of Plainville, Kansas, Harley WEBB of Lincoln and Mrs. May SORENSON of Denmark, Kansas. Mrs. WEBB leaves seveteen grandchildren, one grandson, Dayle GREEN, whom she raised and who a great comfort to her; one sister, Mrs. Laura HEMMINGER of Beloit. She leaves many nieces and nephews who will miss her....Funeral service was conducted by her pastor, Dr. R. L. VANCE (Presbyterian Church) at 2:00 p.m., Thursday. submitted by Bill and Diana Sowers. Nellie Jane Webb was Bill's great great aunt. WEBSTER --- Gracie Theodora Webster Saline Valley Register, April 24, 1878 ---Died April 9th, 1878, Gracie Theodora, daughter of T.L. Webster, aged 7 years, 6 months and 28 days. [See also Violet COLLINS] WEGLEY --- Walter S. Wait WEGLEY Lincoln County Beacon Thursday September 9, 1880. ---Died.... September 6 of gangronous sore throat Walter S. Wait WEGLEY, son of Austin and Nancy A. WEGLEY, aged 11 months, 2 weeks, and 4 days. submitted by Bill and Diana Sowers (Note... We are not related to this person. We found this death notice while looking through the paper.) WETMORE --- [Mrs.] WETMORE Lincoln County Beacon Thursday July 8, 1880. ---Died... June 29th of pneumonia, the wife of Lyman WETMORE. (Note... We are not related to this person. We found this obit while looking through the paper.) WHALEN - Margaret Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, Oct. 5, 1939 --- Funeral services were held at 10 o'clock Saturday morning from St. Patrick's Catholic church for Mrs. Margaret WHALEN who died September 29 in St. Francis Hospital, Wichita, following a three-year illness. Mrs. WHALEN, the widow of John Whalen, former Lincoln merchant, had been employed for 17 years as vocational training instructor in the public schools at Kansas City. When she became ill, she was forced to relinquish her beloved work and for the past two years made her home in Wichita with her daughter, Mrs. J.E. WOLFE. She was 71 years of age at the time of her death. Surviving are three daughters and one son, Mrs. WOLFE of Wichita, Mrs. C.F. FORGERTY of New York City, Mrs. D.J. HEALY of Kansas City, and John WHALEN Jr. of New York City. Other relatives include nephews and nieces, among them Mrs. Fred RYAN of Lincoln. There are many here who remember the Whalen family. The funeral, which was conducted by Rev. Father MULVIHILL, assisted by Rev. John FITZGERALD of Herington, was largely attended by former friends and acquaintances. Among the out of town relatives here for the rites were Mrs. Owen MULLOY, James and Helen MULLOY, Mr. and Mrs. Bill RYAN, Dean RYAN, Mrs. Carin and Helen of Salina; Frank MULLOY, James MULLOY of Kansas City, Miss Kathleen RYAN of Wichita, Kate KELLEY, Dr. and Mrs. J.E. WOLFE of Wichita, Mr. and Mrs. D.J. HEALY of Kansas City. Interment was in St. John's cemetery, Vesper, beside her husband who died December 4, 1920. Submitted by Tracee Hamilton [note: possible relation, would like to hear from descendants; tracee.hamilton2@verizon.net]. WHITE --- Daisy Violet The Barnard Bee, October 5, 1933 ---Mrs. Geo. R. WHITE passed away at the family home in this city Friday evening, Sept. 29th, after a lingering illness, at the age of 53 years, 4 months and 23 days. The funeral was held Monday afternoon, the services being conducted at the Methodist church at 2 o'clock, conducted by Rev. J. H. REYNOLDS, assisted by Rev. A. D. HALL. The services were largely attended, the many friends of the deceased assembling to pay their last respects to her memory. The Baptist male quartet furnished the music at the services. Interment was made in the Milo cemetery. Daisy Violet PERSONETT was born near Belleville, May 6, 1880. She was united in marriage to George R. WHITE of Milo on November 11, 1915 and they made their home there until October, 1920 when they moved to this city which has since been the family home. At the age of 18 years she united with the Christian church and remained a faithful member of that denomination until called home. She had been in failing health for more than a year past and while she suffered much she was very patient and resigned in her suffering, having her faith established in the hope eternal and was ready to answer the summons to come home when called. She was a loving wife and also a very loving mother and kind neighbor, ever ready to help in many and various ways. She will be sadly missed by all with whom she was acquainted. She leaves to mourn her passing, her aged father, Isreal PERSONETT; her husband; four stepsons -- Ross and Earl of Barnard, Joseph of Wichita and Herbert of Osborne; one step-daughter, Mrs. Annie WRIGHT of Friona, Texas; four brothers, Joseph PERSONETT of Kansas City, Kans., Guiles, of Litchfield, IL., Arthur of Monette, Wash., and Merton of Chicago, and two sisters, Mrs. Ellen COLEMAN of Belleville and Mrs. Rhetta TOUSLEY of Kansas City, MO. A host of friends mourn her passing. The sincerest sympathy of the entire community is extended the family in their sad bereavement. Submitted by Stefanie Hatfield, sthatfield@oz.sunflower.org WHITMAN --- Albert WHITMAN [Newspaper and page number unknown. Dated Thursday, Jan. 19, 1939.] ---Albert WHITMAN, son of John C and Elizabeth [HACKETT] WHITMAN, was born in Bureau county, Illinois, February 11, 1872, and departed this life at his home in Sylvan Grove January 13, 1939, aged 66 years, 11 months and two days. When a small boy, he moved with his parents to Bedford, Iowa, where they resided two years. In 1878 they moved to Jewell county, Kansas where they resided until 1885, when they moved to Lincoln County, near Vesper. Later they moved into the Pottersburg community. He was united in marriage on April 8, 1903 to Mrs Carrie CHRISTIANSEN at Ash Grove. He lived in this section during the remainder of his life, except about 15 years in Salina and about three years in Trego county. His wife proceeded him in death in August 1938. He leaves to mourn his death one brother, Jerry Whitman of Seibert, Colo.; one brother-in-law, Norman COFFMAN of Sylvan Grove; five step-sons and two step-daughters, who are Frank CHRISTIANSEN of Ash Grove, George CHRISTIANSEN of Wakeeney, Wallace CHRISTIANSEN of Fort Riley, Harry CHRISTIANSEN of Paola, Alfred CHRISTIANSEN of Sylvan Grove, Mrs. Mabel BROWN of Hunter and Mrs Ann CONDE of Salina; and six grandchildren, five neices and one nephew. The funeral services were held in the Ash Grove church Sunday afternoon at 2:30 with Rev Gerald FITZGERALD of Sylvan Grove officiating. Interment was in the Spillman cemetery. Submitted by: Lori Graff, PO Box 171, Marienthal, KS 67863 - rastus@pld.com WHITMAN --- John WHITMAN [Newpaper and page number unknown.] ---Funeral services for John WHITMAN of Sylvan Grove were held at the Ash Grove church on Sunday afternoon at 2:00 o'clock. Rev. Gerald FITZGERALD officiated. John WHITMAN son of John C and Elizabeth [HACKETT] WHITMAN was born in Bureau County, Illinois, March 10, 1866, and departed this life at the home of his brother-in-law Norman COFFMAN on December 29, 1938, age 72 years, 9 months, 19 days. At the age of 10 years he with his parents moved to Bedford, Iowa, where they resided for 2 years. In 1878, they moved to Jewell County, Kansas, residing there for two years. In 1880 they moved to Republic County, Kansas residing here until 1885 when they moved to Lincoln County, Kansas near Vesper, Kansas, here he received the majority of his schooling, later the family moving into the Pottersburg neighborhood where he resided until his death. After the death of his father and marriage of his brother and sister, he was a constant companion of his mother until her death in 1923, after this his wish was to live alone, wishing no burden upon his relatives. He leaves to mourn his death, two brothers, Jerry of Seibert, Colorado and Albert of Sylvan Grove, a brother-in-law Norman COFFMAN of Sylvan Grove, five nieces and one nephew. Submitted by: Lori Graff, PO Box 171, Marienthal, KS 67863 - rastus@pld.com WHITNEY -- Charles WHITNEY Saline Valley Register -- Wednesday, July 19, 1876 ---Mr. Charles WHITNEY, who was injured in the great storm of June 7th on Mulberry Creek, died from his injuries on July 6th. He leaves a wife and one child. Contributed by Bill and Diana Sowers. No relation to us. WIEGERT - Ernst Henry George Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, Jan. 18, 1940 --- Ernst Henry George, son of William and Magdalene WIEGERT, was born February 4, 1891, near Lincoln, Kansas, and on the 8th of March of the same year he was received into God's covenant of grace through the holy Sacrament of Baptism. In St. John's Lutheran school he received instruction in the chief parts of christian doctrine, and thereupon renewed his baptismal vow in the rite of confirmation on April 16, 1905, and remained a faithful member of St. John's Lutheran church. October 15, 1914, he entered the holy estate of matrimony with Ida KRUCKENBERG. This union was blessed with one daughter, who preceded her father into eternity May 22, 1936. The deceased lived the life of a penitent and believing child of God, and although the end of his life came suddenly and unexpectedly, we have the firm confidence that he died in the Lord and is now at home with his savior. The Lord called him hence in the early evening of January 9, at the age of 48 years, 11 months and five days. His passing is mourned by his sorrowing widow, one brother, four sisters, and many other relatives and friends. Funeral services were held Friday afternoon, January 12, conducted by the Rev. H. KROENING, assisted by Prof. J.E. BARTELS. Interment was in the St. John's Lutheran cemetery. Submitted by Tracee Hamilton. (Note: no relation) WILD --- Mrs. Will (Rosie JACKSON) WILD Lincoln Republican --- November 29, 1917 ---Rosie JACKSON was born near Simpson, Kansas, November 2, 1878. Was married to W. J. WILD at Lincoln, Kansas, in the year 1897. Moved to Salina with husband and family seven years ago next January; returned to Lincoln County something over a year ago. She was baptized in the Methodist faith at Barnard 17 years ago. She leaves to mourn her loss the husband and four children--one son and three daughters, ranging in age from three to seventeen year. Five children have preceded the mother in death. The funeral was held at the M. E. Church in Barnard Sunday afternoon, Rev. Fred BLANDING or Lenora, Kansas, preaching the funeral sermon. Added note: This obituary appears in the paper with two other obituaries for Mrs. Fred CROWL and Walter JACKSON (which can both be found on this webpage!). Next to the obituaries is the following short notice: "Grief Multiplied" --- Alee JACKSON and family of Barnard, certainly had an overflowing measure of sorrow last week. Alee's son Walter was buried last Friday afternoon and that night Mrs. Will WILD, west of Barnard, a sister of Mr. JACKSON, died and the same night Mrs. Fred CROWL, south of Barnard, a niece of Mr. JACKSON, died. Surely their cup of sorrow is running over. WILEY --- W. H. WILEY Lincoln Republican, Thursday, October 18, 1917 ---After a long illness W.H. WILEY of Madison Township died at his home near Westfall. He was born in Blackford County, Indiana, May 4th, 1850. Moved to Lincoln County in 1884 and homesteaded the farm where hi death occurred on October 9, 1917, at 2 0'clock p.m. He leaves a widow and a son, W. E. WILEY, who lives on the home place with his mother. One daughter died some twenty-five years ago..... A large concourse of friends and neighbors attended the funeral which was held October 10th at Pleasant Dale Church, Rev. L. W. FITZWATER conducting the service. Interment was in Hammer Cemetery. submitted by Bill and Diana Sowers (Note... We are not related to this person.) WILKINS --- Ellen (ROBINSON) WILKINS Lincoln County Beacon Thursday Aug 19, 1880. ---Died... August 15, 7pm at Lincoln Center, at the residence of her father, A.S. ROBINSON Esq., Mrs. Ellen WILKINS, aged 37 years... of consumption. She came here from her home at Elwood, Will County, Illinois, six weeks ago hoping to benefit from the climate here. Her husband and two of their children accompanyed them out here. The husband and two children returned to Illinois two weeks ago as she seemed to improve. She leaves her husband and five children in Illinois. (This is a summary of the original obit.) submitted by Bill and Diana Sowers (Note... We are not related to this person. We found this obit while looking through the paper.) WILLETS --- (See BALL] WILLIAMS --- Hannah Eveline (BLAIR) WILLIAMS Lincoln County Beacon Thursday, July 15, 1880. ---Died at her home in Lincoln Center, July 9th, of quick consumption Hannah Eveline BLAIR, wife of Hiram WILLIAMS, aged 37 years, 4 months and 4 days. Mrs. WILLIAMS was a native of Crawford County, Pennsylvania, and for the last 5 years had lived in Lincoln County. She leaves a husband and one little daughter and many relatives and friends to mourn her departure. (This is a summary of the original obit.) submitted by Bill and Diana Sowers (Note... We are not related to this person. We found this obit while looking through the paper.) WILLIAMS --- [Infant] WILLIAMS Lincoln County Beacon Thursday June 10, 1880. ---The funeral of Mr. WILLIAM's infant child took place last Sunday, conducted by Mr. Eldridge BRADBURY. submitted by Bill and Diana Sowers (Note... We are not related to this person. We found this obit while looking through the paper.) WILSON --- A. WILSON Lincoln Beacon Thursday June 23, 1887. ---Last Thursday as A. WILSON, brother of Rev. Frank WILSON of this place was returning from Beloit to his home west of Saltville, he complained of feeling faint and stopped at Rev. WALTER's. His wife was with him. He complained of a pain in his head and only lived half an hour. submitted by Bill and Diana Sowers (Note... We are not related to this person.) WOLF --- Eliza WOLF Lincoln County Beacon Thursday July 15, 1880. ---Died in Wilson, Kansas, on Monday June 18th, 1880, of effusion of the brain, Mrs. Eliza WOLF, aged 56 years, 11 months and 18 days. Mrs. WOLF was formerly a resident of Crumb(?) County, Pennsylvania. She came to Kansas in 1878. (Note... we are not sure where/what Crumb County, PA, is! Perhaps the editor meant Cumberland, Cambria or Cameron Counties.) submitted by Bill and Diana Sowers (Note... We are not related to this person. We found this death notice while looking through the paper.) WOLLESEN - Karen Rae Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, Jan. 18, 1940 --- Karen Rae WOLLESEN was born to Mr. and Mrs. Raymond WOLLESEN, Thursday, January 11, 1940 at 5:00 o'clock in the morning. It was not the privilege of the parents to enjoy the presence of Karen Rae in the home, for at birth her spirit returned "unto God who gave it." Rev. KORNELSEN brought words of strength and comfort. Interment was made at the Denmark cemetery. WOLTING -- Dietrich WOLTING Lincoln Sentinel Republican, March 30, 1939 ---[Johann Heinrich] Dietrich WOLTING, son of Herman and Catherine WOLTING, was born February 10, 1864, in Ruesfort, Hanover, Germany. On April 28 the same year, he was received into God�s covenant of grace through the holy Sacrament of Baptism and renewed his baptismal vows in the rite of confirmation on April 28, 1879. In the year 1884, he came to America, remaining in Illinois until 1888 when he came to Lincoln county. June 29, 1889, he entered into the holy estate of matrimony with Mary TIEMANN. This union was blessed with seven children, three sons and four daughters. One daughter preceded the father into eternity. In 1890 he joined St. John�s Lutheran church and has proved himself a very faithful member. Nearly 50 years he took an active part in the welfare of St. John�s congregation. He loved his church and above all, his Savior, whom he willingly served. Our deceased brother enjoyed good health throughout his life. About a week ago, however, he became ill and after a few days was called to his eternal rest. He died in the Ellsworth hospital, March 20, at the age of 75 years, one month and 10 days. He leaves to mourn his death his sorrowing widow, three sons, three daughters, 18 grandchildren, three brothers, two sisters and many other relatives and friends. Funeral services were held Friday, March 24, from St. John�s Lutheran church with the Rev. H. KROENING in charge, assisted by Prof. J. E. BARTELS and the men�s quartet. The interment was made in the congregation�s cemetery. Submitted by Scott Holl, great-grandson (scottholl@earthlink.net) WOODY --- Bruce Winston Lincoln Sentinel, Dec. 19, 1907 --Winston Bruce Woody was born April 22, 1881, in Logan township, Lincoln Co. Kansas. Died December 5, 1907, being 26 years, 7 months and 18 days old. He was of a quiet and unassuming disposition brave and generous. Naturally of a sympathetic nature, he made friends wherever he went, as is attested, not only here where he grew up but in the city of Navasota, Texas. It was found especially true where those who knew him best loved him most. This was shown in a remarkable degree in the family with whom he made his home and the man with whom he had formed a partnership in the plastering trade, the later leaving the city in despondency over the loss of his friend. His physical powers were above the average and with his athletic strength he was ever ready to use it to defend the weak, and uphold the right often risking bodily injury and even life itself. Being robust of health he was careless, even to recklessness of himself and this fact cost him his life. That dread disease, pneumonia, laid its relentless hand upon him in the full strength of his years and he yielded to its power. [Submitted by Tracee Hamilton. I am not related to this person.] WOODY --- Frederick Windsor WOODY Beverly Tribune, April 18, 1918 Frederick Windsor WOODY was born in Lincoln County at the old home near Barnard, July 18, 1884 departed this life April 13, 1918 aged 33 years 8 months and 27 days. He was united in marriage January 1, 1905 to Hilda M. BERGMAN at Beverly, Kansas. To this union were born four children, one of whom has preceded him to the better world. He was baptized in infancy in the Episcopal Church. He was a dutiful son, a kind husband and a loving father. His motto being the Golden Rule, to do unto others as you would that they should do unto you. Besides a wife and three children he leaves to mourn his loss, father, mother, four sisters and one brother, all of whom were with him in his last hours, and a host of relatives and friends. Submitted by: Richard Wiesner, rwiesner@sprintmail.com WOODY --- Josiah Askew WOODY Lincoln County Republican, 30 November 1899 Josiah Askew WOODY was born in Lumpkin County, Georgia, April 10, 1823 and died November 25, 1899. The greater part of his life was spent in the sunny southland. Here, in 1841 he married Rausey M. BRYAN, who lives to mourn the loss of a faithful husband and affectionate father to the fifteen children which came to bless this union. Eight of these survive him: Joe B., A.N., and A.S. living in Lincoln, David near Beverly, and Wm in Idaho. Three daughters survive him; Mrs. Wm. BERRY, Mrs. BRUCE and Mrs. LANCE. 75 grandchildren and 19 great-grand children live to bless his memory. 150 descendents claim Elder WOODY as their head. 125 of whom still live. Many live in Lincoln and vicinity, about 60 being present at the funeral. In the war Elder WOODY enlisted in his state troops. He was present at the battle of Bull Run, but served mostly in his native state. He accepted the results of the conflict and was an special friend of the boys in blue. In 1868 Elder WOODY went to Missouri. After residing some three years there, he came to Lincoln County in 1871, being one of the earliest settlers. At the age of 18 he was converted and joined the Baptist Church. He immediately went to preaching and was soon ordained. For many years he labored faithfully in the Masters vineyard, taking part in many glorious revivals in Georgia. His main ministerial work was done in Kansas. He was the first Baptist Minister in Lincoln County. He labored in Lincoln and other adjoining counties organizing many churches, such as Ada, Asherville, Elmira, Mt. Olive, Beverly and many others. He was one of the earliest workers in the Baptist church at Lincoln and always worked faithfully for its welfare. Many scores of happy converts were baptized by Elder WOODY. He passed peacefully and suddenly to his rest at his home on Sunday morning, November 25, 1899. Heart failure was the immediate cause. The funeral services were held at the Baptist Church, conducted by Rev. A.E. GOODMAN, assisted by Rev. H.C. BRADBURY. Text Job 14:14. A large concourse of people assembled from the town and surrounding county and a long line of vehicles accompanied the remains to the cemetery. "Grandpa "WOODY, as he was familiarly called, has left a goodly record behind. He was the friend to all. Genial and sociable, he impressed all whom met with his kindly nature. It was a beam of sunshine wherever he went. he loved everybody and if one epitaph above another could be placed over his grave it would be: "Everyone loved him." Oh, who could wish for a sweeter blessing to win from lips at lifes eclipse? So sweet an epitaph as this. Submitted by: Richard Wiesner, rwiesner@sprintmail.com WOODY --- Mrs. J.W. WOODY Barnard Bee, Jan. 21, 1932 ---Friday Morning Ben and Henry Woody were in receipt of the sad news of the death of their mother, Mrs. J.W. Woody at the family home in Atlanta, GA, her death occurring that morning the telegram stated [Jan. 16, 1932]. She was seventy-seven years of age. She had been in failing health for the past year. Neither Ben nor Henry were able to attend the funeral. Besides the two sons residing here Mrs. Woody is survived by three daughters, Mrs. JW Miles of Vonor, Tenn, Mrs. JW Pace and Mrs. George McMillan, both residing at Atlanta. Sincere sympathy is extended the sorrowing relatives here and in the southland by the many friends of the family in the death of the mother. WOODY --- Rausey Malinda (BRYAN) WOODY The Lincoln Sentinel - July 1, 1920 ---Grandma Woody "Love Never Faileth" Rausey M. BRYAN was born in Lumkin Co., GA, December 8, 1825 and passed on to her heavenly home June 23, 1920, in her 95th year. She married Josiah A. WOODY, Feb. 18, 1841. they lived near Macon, GA, five years and two years in Missouri, and came to Kansas, April 3, 1871. I traveled to my home in Kansas. I stopped there in to inquire the way to Lincoln Center, 10 miles away. It was near sunset. They told me exactly how to get there. But as I turned to go on the main road, I threw out some Sunday School papers for the children. Father WOODY sent some of his boys to pick up the papers and when he saw them to be religious, I was entertained, like a servant of Jesus Christ. They lived in a wonderful big dug-out, big enough to hold all the family- and strangers, like "angels, unawares." So I found and enjoyed a true Christian home, full of love with Brother and Sister WOODY and family. So often I sought refuge there, on my long journey between Minneapolis and Lincoln. Sister WOODY was mother of 15 children. Eight are living in the world. Seven have crossed over the river.In all there are two hundred and seventy-two children, grand-children and great grand-children. A strong healthy, happy race. Many of them are true Christians. They believed in home religion and taught their children in family worship and prayed "That he who stills the raven's clamorous nest, and decks the lily fair in flowing pride Would, in the way his wisdom sees the best. For them and for their little ones provide; But chiefly, in their hearts, with grace devine preside." She was the true wife of a pioneer Baptist minister, preaching to save soul. They established churches at Saltville, Pottersburg, 3d Creek near Barnard, at Ada, Beverly, Topsy and at Lincoln and at Round Springs. To do their work thoroughly Brother and Sister WOODY would spend 4 or 5 weeks in a real old fashioned revival. People were poor in money in those days, yet by their donation parties they tried to keep alive their minister and family. But their farm furnished most of their salary. She loved flowers and planted them along the walks in her vegetable garden. Many sweet flowers decorated her coffin. The secret of her long, pure, happy life of service, IS TRUST IN GOD AND LOVE. As Saint John says; "Beloved let us love one another: for love is of God: and everyone that loveth is born of God and Knoweth God." In the last few weeks, when she was fading, she threw her arms around her son, and kissed him good-bye. The funeral services were held at the spacious home of her son, Webb Woody, east of Lincoln. the old time songs were chosen. "Happy Day," "Jesus Lover of My Soul," and "Abide With Me." She loved these, her favorites. Brother Bradbury read her obituary. Rev. Griffith of Barnard chose this as her text; "In the midst of our wheat harvest, amid the sound of the reaper, thou shalt know also that thy seed shall be great, and thine off spring as the grass of the earth. Thou shalt come to thy grave in a full age like a shock of grain cometh in his season." Job 5:25-26. Grandma has guided Bro. Griffith's life, she told me. He said; " You ought to preach Griffith." We have no need of sorrow - only joy. We shall see her again in a new body like Jesus. She toiled so hard for her dear ones. She had the pictures and knew the names of her children and grand-children, and worked with her needle to make quilts for them. She has finished the work God gave her to do. The wheat is ripe for the reaper and the heavenly garner. Many friends came to the funeral, some from Barnard, Beverly and Abilene. Three sons were there and 15 grand-children. The burial was in the Lincoln Cemetery along side of her husband's grave. Submitted by: Richard Wiesner, rwiesner@sprintmail.com WORLEY --- David WORLEY Lincoln Republican Thursday, January 9, 1919. ---David WORLEY, an old settler in Osborne County, and well known in Lincoln, died at his home three miles west of Paradise last Sunday. He was a large rancher and prominent in Republican politics. Mr. WORLEY was a father-in-law of Geo. O. GREENE. Submitted by Bill and Diana Sowers. (Note.... we are not related to this individual). YOHE --- Daniel YOHE Lincoln Sentinel -- July 18, 1901 --- July 15, 1901, at the home of his son, Thomas YOHE, of Colbert, Lincoln County, Kansas, Daniel YOHE, aged 86 years 7 months and 10 days. He was born at Valley Inn, Washington County, Penn., Dec. 5, 1814. He early joined the Lutheran Church and became an elder. He was a blacksmith and machinist and run a large shop. God blessed him with 11 children, five of whom are living. In 1868 he moved to Wayne County, Iowa. About a year ago he came to Lincoln County. Although his sight and strength were taken from him he seemed quite content with God�s will. The funeral services were conducted by H.C. BRADBURY. Burial was at Hammer Cemetery. YOHE --- Eva R�Della HAHN YOHE Lincoln Sentinel-Republican -- Aug. 27, 1942 --- Funeral services for the late Mrs. Ben L. YOHE, who died Wed., Aug. 19 in St. John�s hospital in Salina, were held Sunday afternoon from the Lincoln Methodist Church and the remains were laid to rest in the stately Memorial Mausoleum at the Gypsum Hill Cemetery in Salina. Taking the bible which had been presented Mrs. Yohe on her wedding day, Oct. 13, 1892, the Rev. Mr. SPALDING read a number of passages which she had underlined, concluding with familiar 14th chapter of St. John "Let Not Your Heart Be Troubled." Eva R�Della HAHN was born in Douglass, Kansas, Oct. 24, 1872. She was educated in the schools of her hometown and graduated from the high school with the class of 1890. Oct. 13, 1892 she was united in marriage to Ben L. YOHE in her home in Douglass. After living in Omaha and for a time in Tennessee Mr. and Mrs. Yohe moved to Shady Bend, Kansas, on March 1, 1919, when he became owner of the Shady Bend Mill. In 1936 they bought property in Lincoln and this community remained their home. Out of town relatives and friends here for the funeral services Sunday afternoon were Mrs. Mary NAULTY, Sante Fe, N.M.; Mr. Yohe�s nephew, Dean YOHE, Omaha, Neb.; Dr. and Mrs. G.G. WHITLEY, Douglass; Mrs. Pearl YOHE, Winfield; Mr. and Mrs. HOLMAN, Geuda Springs; James SUDDETH, Wellington; Mrs. Cora WATTS, Clay Center; Mr. and Mrs. Edwin SAWYER, Hutchinson; Mr. and Mrs. Charles REID, Mr. and Mrs. Frank JURANKA, Holyrood; and Mr. and Mrs. Walter PORTER, Smith Center; E.B. FISH, R.V. PRUITT, Salina. YOHE --- Thomas YOHE See below; another obituary can be found under Louis Asbury LOVIN YOHE --- Thos. YOHE Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, Thursday, April 22, 1937 ---Thomas YOHE, son of Daniel and Margaret YOHE was born December 4, 1855 in Washington Conty, Pennsylvania, and departed this life at this home in Lincoln County, Kansas , early Saturday morning, April 10, 1937, at the age of 81 years, four months and six days. His boyhood days were spent in Pennsylvania. At the age of 12 years he lost a kind and loving mother and two years later the father, having kept the family together moved to the state of Iowa. Thomas was reared in a Christian home and at 12 years of age was confirmed in the German Lutheran Church. On August 22, 1887 he was united in marriage to Mollie C. DEARING at Solomon, Kansas. No children were born to this union but out the fullness of their hearts they took one little girl into their home who grew up to be a fathful and loving daughter. For 23 years Mr. YOHE was employed by the Union Pacific Railroad Company with headquerters at Salina, Kansas. After that he, with his family moved to his farm in Lincoln County. He has been a resident of this community for 42 years and during that time has taken a keen interest in the welfare of those about him. To the best of his ability he promoted the highest interests, especially of rural schools. Mr. YOHE was a loving and devoted husband and father, thinking always of the comfort and happiness of his loved ones. ... He leaves to mourn his going his faithful wife, Mollie C. YOHE, his daughter, Mrs. Harley McGINNESS, her husband and seven grandchildren of Westfall; also a brother, William and a sister, Mrs. Ida RINGLER, both of Allerton, Iowa, besides a host of other relatives and friends. Funeral services were held from the home, Monday, April 12, 1937, at 2 o'clock in the afternoon with the Rev. W. Clyde WOLFE of Ellsworth having charge. Interment was made in the Hammer Cemetery. The pallbearers were George BOLTE, Ellis DIMICK, Jim MAZES, Alfred NELSON, Ralph MORRICAL and Milt WEBB. Contributed by Bill and Diana Sowers. No relation to us.