INDIANA GENEALOGY TRAILS
VIGO COUNTY OBITS
Mrs.
Leonora Wright Friday May 15, 1914 Page 2 Tribune
Mrs. Leonora Wright, 467 North Third Street, died at 12:30 o'clock
Friday morning after a long illness.
Mrs. Wright was a nurse during the civil war, having served in the
regimental hospital in this city, and later recommended by Governor
O.P,.Morton and sent to the battle of Stony River, Later she was on
duty at the Jackson hospital at Memphis Tenn. After fours years of
service she was granted an honorable discharge.
Mrs. Wright, whose maiden name was Leonora Watson, was born in
Henderson County, Ky. in 1831, and was the daughter of William P.
Watson, who moved to Rockville, Ind. when Mrs. Wright was but 11 years
old. There she lived until the civil war. Following the was she came to
Terre Haute and
purchased the property at 467 North Third Strreet.Mrs. Wright traced
her ancestors back to the well known Timothy Pickering of Tennessee.
She was a member of the National Associations of Army
Nurses and for four years, while in active
service, held the position of department president, which honorary
position she held at the time of her death.
Mrs.
Wright was the mother of eight children, three of whom died in
their infancy. Those who arestill living are Mrs. George E. Smith,
Hicksville Mo.; Mrs. Mary F. Hobson, Terre Haute; Mrs. Bessie Beatty,
Washington, D.C.; Mrs. Rosalyn P. Ferguson, Chicago; an Mrs. Gertrude
Valin, San Franscico. Of thechildren Mrs. Hobson and Mrs.
Ferguson
were were at the bedside at the time of her death, and Mrs. Valin
arrived later.
After private funeral services at the house the body will be shipped to
Washington D.C. to be buried in the nurse burying ground in the
Arlington Military Cemetery. The G.A.R. will have charge of the funeral
(Contrubuted by Richard Mckim her great grandson)
May 7, 1915, Terre Haute Tribune: Willis Hinton, 82 years old, died Thursday at 8 o'clock of general debility at his home, 100 North First Sreet. The body was removed to the residence of his daughter, Mrs. Laura Eckert, 420 South Third St., where the funeral will be held Saturday afternoon at 2 o'clock. The burial will be made at Highland Lawn cemetery. He is survived by the daughter and two sons, George and John.
(Contributed by Kim Torp KimmySueT@aol.com)
Mrs. Emeline Hinton
Terre Haute Tribune, February 11, 1921:
(my note:
nee: HICKS)
(Contributed by Kim Torp KimmySueT@aol.com)
Obituary for Mary A. Williams Cray, May 22, 1920
Mary Williams was born in Terre Haute, Indiana, May 15 1843, coming to this county many years ago with her young husband. They located on what is now the old homestead farm in Woodstock, where her husband passed away in 1911, since which time the wife and mother has been tenderly cared for by her son Michael, who resides at the old home. Besides the two sons, James and Michael and one daughter, Mrs. Mary Little of Kewanee, Mrs. Cray is survived by eight grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.
Funeral services, conducted by Rev. Wright, were held from the family residence on Saturday. Interment in the Luthy cemetery {Schuyler County, IL}.
(Contributed by Sara Hemp)
Justice of Peace Abraham B. Felsenthal, of Terre Haute
June 28 Justice of the Peace Abraham B. Felsenthal died this morning after a brief illness, although he had used an invalid's chair for many years. He was a highly respected for his legal ability. He was born in Germany in 1849 and when twelve years old camw with his family from Chicago. When nearly of age he became clerk in the county clerk's office. Afterward he entered the commission house of his brother Herman, who is now president of the Bank of Commerce, of that city.He came to Terre Haute in 1871 where he studied law in the office of Col. R.W. Thompson, after which he went to Washington to hold a department clerkship. He was stricken with paralysis in 1881 and spent a year in Michael Reese Hospital at Chicago, after he returned to this city. He has been elected justice of the peace several times
Terre Haute, IN.
Feb.23,1898. The death this morning of “Eddie” Overstreet, the 13 yrs old son of W.J. Overstreet, formerly a member of the Republican State Executive committee, under the operation for appendicitis, has caused much sadness in the city, not alone among the friends, but with all who have learned of the untimely death of a very bright boy.
Terre Haute, IN. Sept.10,1898.
Capt. John H. Henderson, a prominent Grand Army man, who died last night, was born in Washington, Pa, in 1836. He enlisted in the 86th Illinois and served throughout the war, taking part in several battles. He has been a resident of Terre Haute since `1867. He helped to organize Morton Post, G.A.R. the first post in the State, and the 2nd or 3rd in the Unites States. He was also a member of Social lodge, F. and A.M. and only relinquished his labors in the several orders of which he was a member when his health failed him
TRIBUNE STAR - 11/20/2005 - TERRE HAUTE
. Imogene Uhl, 85, of Terre Haute died at 10 a.m. Friday, Nov. 18, 2005, in Methodist Hospital in Indianapolis. She was secretary to the Washington County extension agent for 10 years. She was born July 21, 1920, in Salem to Clifford and Mary Hoggatt Humphrey.
Survivors include her husband of 54 years, Charles Uhl, whom she married May 19, 1951, at St. Michael's Church in Bradford; two sons and daughters-in-law, Steve and Dodi Uhl of Jasper, and Mark and Debbie Uhl of New Palestine; one daughter and son-in-law, Jane and Tom Minderman of Vincennes; four grandsons, Chad Uhl and his wife Misti of Fresno, Calif., Ryan Uhl and his wife Keasha of Indianapolis, Nick Uhl and Dane Uhl, both of New Palestine; two granddaughters, Heather Gierke of Indianapolis, and Ashley Gierke of Chicago; and five sisters-in-law, Mary Libs and Jeannette Uhl, both of Floyds Knobs, Lorine Martin of New Salisbury, Mary Ann McElroy of Kenosha, Wis., and Sharon Newton of Indianapolis. She was a 1938 graduate of Salem High School, where she was the only female cheerleader, and was active in various school activities. In her teen years, she traveled throughout Indiana to perform dance routines for the patients in veterans hospitals. She was active in community affairs in the many cities in which she and her family resided. A longtime member of Tri Kappa sorority, she was named Tri Kappa of the Year in Spencer. In Bedford, she was a member of the Boys Club Women's Auxiliary, and in Terre Haute she was involved with Meals on Wheels, Sigma Alpha Epsilon Mothers' Club, and actively attended St. Margaret Mary Catholic Church. She never knew a stranger. She
enjoyed shopping, travel, being with her family and friends, and watching the birds that came to the bird feeder. Prayers are 9:50 a.m. Tuesday in Callahan & Hughes Funeral Home, 605 S. 25th St., followed by Mass of Christian Burial in the church, with the Rev. Rick Ginther officiating. Burial is in Calvary Cemetery. Visitation is 4 to 8 p.m. Monday, and 8:50 to 9:50 a.m. Tuesday in the funeral home. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to St. Margaret Mary Catholic Church, in care of the Building Fund, 2405 S.
Seventh St., Terre Haute, IN 47802; or to the American Red Cross, P.O. Box 37243, Washington, DC 20013. 5885 Wooden Elvin M. Wooden Other 3/12/2006
(Contributed by Francie Ede)
TRIBUNE STAR OBITUARY - 03/15/2006 - TERRE HAUTE, IN
. Elvin M. Wooden, 81, of Springfield died at 6:10 p.m. Sunday, March 12, 2006, in his residence. He was a retired employee of Pillsbury Co., where he worked for more than 30 years as a quality control manager. After his retirement, he worked as a consultant for several other companies. He was born Jan. 3,1925, in Upton, Ky., to John and Dona Pritty Wooden. Survivors include his wife, Lula Clephus Wooden, whom he married in 1947; four sons, Morris Wooden, Lonnie Wooden and his wife Lynne, and Scott Wooden and his wife Cindy, all of Springfield, and Kenny Wooden and his wife Margie of Terre Haute; 10 grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents. He was a Navy veteran of World War II, a graduate of the University of Louisville, with a Ph.D. in chemistry and a member of the University of Louisville Alumni Association, the Elks Club and the Rotary Club. He was an avid golfer and hunter. Private family services will be conducted, with the Rev. John Hayes officiating. Staab Funeral Home assisted with arrangements. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society; or to St. Jude Children's Hospital.
(Contributed by Francie Ede)
Word has been received of the sudden death in Chicago of Mrs. Mary S. Hewitt. She died Saturday morning on her way to the city in the streetcar to do some shopping. She had lived in Chicago a number of years and was a former resident of Terre Haute, being better known as Miss Millie Clark. She was a member of the first class that graduated from the Indiana State Normal. She is survived by a brother in Chicago, stepmother, Mrs. Clark of South Seventh street Terre Haute, Mrs. May Hickman is a sister-in-law: George W. Greenfeaf and Miss Machel Greenleaf, Mr. George Couch and Mr. H. Swarts are cousins. - Terre Haute Tribune, Sunday November 28th, 1915, Page 2
Mrs. Elnora E. Shively, 61 years old, wife of J. H. Shively,died Saturday evening at 8:20 o'clock at the residence of her daughter, Mrs. A. C. Lafferty, 1022 South Eighth street, following a short illness of pneumonia. The deceased is survived by the husband, one son, Claude H. of California, and two daughters, Mrs. Lafferty and Mrs. Gertrude Jones of Shelby, Iowa. The funeral arrangements will be announced later. - Terre Haute Tribune, Sunday November 28th, 1915, Page 2
Ferguson Hill, Indiana, November 27 - Edith Verplaesta the infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Verplaesta, died after a lingering illness. She is survived by the parents, one sister, Louise, and two brothers, Thiphile and Julius. The funeral arrangements will be made later. - Terre Haute Tribune, Sunday November 28th, 1915, Page 2
(Contributed by Jim VanDerMark)
Four Citizens of Carlisle, Ind, Drowned and Another Found Dead
Aug 2, 1897 Terre Haute, Ind., Yesterday was a tragic Sabbath for Carlisle, a town about thirty miles south of here.
Four of her citizens were drowned at Hyatt's Ferry in Wabash river, and one was ground to fragments by an Evansville and Terre Haute freigh train. The dead are: Mr and Mrs Grantham, Mr and Mrs Abner, and Charles Hines.The first four were seen to go in bathing and later their clothing was found on the river bank. It is believed that one of the women was seized with cramp and the others were drowned in attempting to rescue her.
Charles Hines was found shortly after daylight lying close to the railroad track at Carlisle. His head was crushed, the right hand torn off, and the body almost severed. It is thought Hines fell from the train attempting to steal a ride.
Contributed by Janice Rice
Charles E. Eaton
The funeral of Charles E. Eaton, 47 years old who died Sunday afternoon at 2 o’clock at St. Anthony’s hospital will be held Tuesday afternoon at 2:30 o’clock at the Gillis chapel, with burial in Highland Lawn cemetery. He was a member of the Fort Harrison lodge No. 157 and escapement No. 307 I. O. O. F. and Prairie City lodge No. 107, Rebekahs. Two daughters, Daisy of Kansas, Ill., and Pauline of Joliet, Ill., survive. – Terre Haute Tribune, 22 October 1917, Page 002
Mrs. Mattie Garrett
Mrs. Mattie Garrett, colored, died Saturday evening of apoplexy at the home of her daughter, Mrs. F. Miller 2314 Elm street. She is survived by two daughters, Mrs. Miller and Mrs. Chumley of Atlanta, Ga., and a son, George Washington also of Atlanta and a granddaughter, Pearl Ruttledge of the city. The funeral will be held Tuesday morning at 10 o’clock with burial at Highland Lawn cemetery. – Terre Haute Tribune, 22 October 1917, Page 002
Stanley C. Neal
Funeral services for Stanley C. Neal, 40 years old, who died Sunday at 2 p.m. at St. Anthony’s hospital, following a month’s illness, were held Monday at 3 p.m. at the Martin chapel, followed by internment at Highland Lawn cemetery. He is survived by two daughters, Murrel and Erlina; his father T. M. Neal; and a brother, William D. Neal, and a sister, Mrs. Bert Cothrell, of Clinton. – Terre Haute Tribune, 22 October 1917, Page 002
Miss Nelle Litta Licht
Miss Nelle Litta Licht died at 11:30 o’clock Friday morning at the residence 2021 South Sixth street, after a short illness. She had been head of the commercial department of Wiley High School for twenty-four years. She was a member of the Central Presbyterian church, Tri Kappa and Gamma Gamma sororities, University club, Teachers’ Federation, National Educational Association and the National Commercial Teachers’ Association. She is survived by a sister, Carolyn M. Licht,with whom she lived. Funeral services will be held at 2:30 o’clock Sunday afternoon at the H. P. martin funeral home, with Rev. L. O. Richmond officiating. Burial will be in Woodlawn cemetery. – Terre Haute Tribune, 30 July 1938, Page 002
Mrs. Dora E. Flannery
Mrs. Dora E. Flannery, 71 years old of 702 South Sixth street, West Terre Haute, died at 6 o’clock Tuesday night at St. Anthony Hospital. Surviving are the husband John,; two sons, Ernest Taylor of West Terre Haute and Eugene Taylor of DeKalb, Ill.: four grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren; one brother, Harry Kintz of San Francisco, Calif., and several nieces and nephews. Services will be at 10:30 o’clock Friday morning at the Bedino Chapel of the Valley. Friends my call after 6 o’clock Wednesday evening. Rev. Kenneth Burns will officiate. Burial will be in Bethesda cemetery. – Terre Haute Tribune, 14 August 1963, Page 002
Frank C. Keating
Mrs. William E. Keating, of 236 South Seventh street has received word of the death of her brother-in-law, Frank C. Keating, 80 years old in St. Petersburg, Fla. Surviving is one niece, Mrs. Eleanor Karig of Alexandria, Va. He was a member of the Elks Lodge and St. Benedict’s Church of Terre Haute, and was a former bookkeeper for the W. S. Rea Company for many years. Friends may call at the Frank M. – Patrick J. Ryan Funeral Home between 9 and 10 a.m. Friday. Graveside services will follow at 10:30 a.m. with the Rev. Benedict Rubeck officiating. – Terre Haute Tribune, 14 August 1963, Page 002
Mrs. Katie Caldwell
Mrs. Katie Caldwell, 70 years old, died at 9 o’clock Wednesday morning at the residence, 1420 North Thirtieth street. Surviving are two sisters, Mrs. Franzine Johnson and Mrs. Meloine Clemmons, and one granddaughter, Miss Cleo Johnson, all of Austin, Tex. The body was taken to the Bell & Blacken Funeral Home and will be returned Friday afternoon to the residence. Funeral services will be held at 1 o’clock Saturday afternoon at Copeland Chapel church, 1935 Elm street. Burial will be in Grandview cemetery. – Terre Haute Tribune, 21 June 1940, Page 002
James J. “Dude McAllister
James J. “Dude McAllister, 51 years old, died at 9 o’clock Thursday morning at the residence, 621 Poplar street. He is survived by the widow, Frances, and one sister, Mrs. Anna Deskin of Detroit, Mich. The body was taken to the P. J. Ryan & Sons Funeral Home, where funeral services will be held at 9:30 o’clock Saturday morning, with requiem mass at 10 o’clock at St. Joseph’s church. Burial will be in St. Joseph’s cemetery. – Terre Haute Tribune, 21 June 1940, Page 002
(Transcribed and Submitted by James D. VanDerMark)
CHRISTY, CHARLES JR.
Mrs. Hazel Hults, Terre Haute, and Fred Ray, Cory, Ind., have
received word of the death of their nephew, Charles Christy Jr., 53,
who died Friday at the residence of his son, Wayne, Daytona Beach, Fla.
Also surviving are the widow, Maxine; another son, David; a daughter,
Cheryl, all of Daytona Beach, and the father and step-mother Mr. and
Mrs. Charles Christy Sr., Beaverton, Ore., formerly of Terre Haute; a
brother, John Ray Christy, Burns, Ore.; a sister, Mrs. Mary Alma
Sablich, Chicago, Ill. Services and burial will be at Daytona Beach.
(Terre Haute Tribune, Wednesday, March 28, 1973, page 3) (Contributed
by Peggy Thompson)
LYNCH, SAMUEL
Services for Samuel Lynch, 79, formerly of Clinton, who died Saturday at Kansas City, Mo., will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday at the DeBaun Funeral Home with the Rev. Amos McLaughlin officiating. Burial will be in Calvary cemetery. Friends may call. Survivors include a sister, Mrs. Agnes Holt. International Falls, Mic. The Rosary will be recited at 7:30 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. (Terre Haute Tribune, Monday, March 26, 1973, page 2) (Contributed by Peggy Thompson)
MARCHINO, THOMAS
Word has been received here of the March 12 death of former local resident Thomas Marchino, 57, Baltimore, Md. He was a Social Security office employee there. While living here he was a member of St. Benedict's Church. Surviving are the widow, Elsie, the father Adam, Baltimore and several aunts and uncles in Terre Haute. Services were March 15 in Baltimore. (Terre Haute Tribune, Wednesday, March 28, 1973, page 3) (Contributed by Peggy Thompson)
MEYER, EDWARD A.
Services for Edward A. Meyer, 86, formerly of Terre Haute who died
Saturday at the Crestview Nursing Home in Vincennes, will be at 11 a.m.
Wednesday at the Gillis Memory Chapel. Entombment will follow at 2 p.m.
Wednesday in the Crown Hill Mausoleum, Indianapolis. Friends may call
after 1 p.m. Tuesday.
(Terre Haute Tribune, Monday, March 26, 1973, page 2) (Contributed by
Peggy Thompson)
REISINGER, ROBERT C.
Services for Robert C. Reisinger, 62, 115 N. 37th St., who died
Saturday at St. Anthony Hospital will be at the Ball Porter Funeral
Home with the Rev. Larry Scott officiating. Burial will be in Highland
and Lawn Cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home where Masonic
memorial services be conducted at 7:30 p.m. Monday.
(Terre Haute Tribune, Monday, March 26, 1973, page 2) (Contributed by
Peggy Thompson)
VANCE, BESSIE
Arrangements are pending at the Thomas Funeral Home for Mrs. Bessie
Vance, 68, 439 S. 24th St., who was pronounced dead on arrival at St.
Anthony Hospital at 5:45 p.m. Sunday. Surviving are a daughter-in-law
Mrs. Edith Sharp, R. R.1, Summerset, Ky., and two grandsons.
(Terre Haute Tribune, Monday, March 26, 1973, page 2) (Contributed by
Peggy Thompson)
Services for Mrs. Bessie Vance, 68, 439 S. 24th St., who died Sunday
will be at 1 p.m. Thursday at the Thomas Funeral Home, with the Rev.
Stanley Howell officiating. Burial will be in Roselawn Memorial Park.
Friends may call after 6 p.m. Wednesday. She was the widow of Robert
Vance, former Terre Haute chief of police detectives and a member of
the Fraternal Order of Police Auxiliary. (Terre Haute Tribune,
Wednesday, March 28, 1973, Page 3) (Contributed by Peggy Thompson)
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Obituary of Mary Ann Hays Wheeler Burrows
Taken from the Elk County Citizen, November 11, 1903
OBITUARY
Quietly as the shades of night had fallen on Nov. 4, 1903, the
Death Angel was approaching the home of Mr. Robert Burrows to take from
him one who had been to him in life, his wife, Mrs. Mary Ann Burrows.
Mary Ann Hays was born in Indiana Jan. 27, 1837; died at her
home in Union Center township Nov. 4, 1903, aged 66 years, 9 months and
7 days. From her home in Indiana, with her parents, she removed
to Bourbon county, Kansas, where she resided until 25 years ago, when
she removed to Elk county where she has since resided.
In the year 1852 she was married to Wm. H. Wheeler, who departed
this life April 20, 1884.
On the 23rd of April 1898 she was again united in marriage to
Rob't Burrows, which reunion has been very congenial and happy, and Mr.
Burrows is now left alone to mourn his great loss.
While very young she sought and found a Savior, pardoning love
and grace, which fitted her for life and prepared her for death, she at
once united with the Methodist Episcopal church to which fellowship she
was a devoted member.
Deceased leaves behind besides a loving husband, four children
from the former union, three boys and one girl. Two children,
Elizabeth A. and Wm. M. having died some years ago. The surviving
children are John M. Wheeler of Lincoln county, Oklahoma, Sarah E.
Nichols of Chandler, Oklahoma, Charles E. and Geo. F. Wheeler of Union
Center, Kansas.
The funeral services were conducted at the Clear Creek church
Friday, at 2 p.m., Nov. 6, with interment at the Clear Creek cemetery,
Rev. J. H. Oliver officiating. The bereaved husband and relatives
have the deepest sympathy of all.
Submitted by L. Morgan
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Obituary of Finley Thompson Westfall
Taken from the Elk County Citizen, dated June 7, 1905
FINLEY THOMPSON WESTFALL
Finley Thompson Westfall was born near Terre Haute, Indiana,
June 17, 1834. Here young Finley grew to manhood. When he
had reached his majority, through the influence of his father, he
united with the Masonic lodge, and by it, being passed through the
various chairs, was W. M. five years, and represented his lodge in the
grand lodge of the state.
When the civil war broke out he enlisted in Co. D. 21st Illinois
Infantry Volunteers, on June 15, 1861. He was honorably
discharged July 3, 1864, serving three years and eighteen days in
behalf of his country and its flag.
April 26, 1866, he was united in marriage to Sarah J. Shaffer,
at her father's home in Knox county, Illinois. To this union five
children were born, John B., Cora E., Margaret E., Frank S., and James
A. Westfall. Cora E. died in Yates City, Illinois, APril 26,
1880. James died in Scott City, Kansas in 1889. His wife,
three children and sister, Mrs. Lewis, who lives in Illinois survive
him.
Mr. Westfall located at Yates City, Illinois in 1866, where he
engaged in the mercantile business until 1887, when the family moved to
Scott City, Kansas. In 1890, he with his family moved to Howard
where he has since resided.
In 1866 he joined the I.O.O.F. at Yates City, Illinoiis, passing
through the chairs as he had done in the Masonic lodge, and also
representing the Scarlet Degree in the grand lodge of Illinois.
In the year of 1881, he united with the Methodist Episcopal
church, in which church he held various offices, among the number that
of Sunday school superintendent, which office he held for three
years. His last hours he spent in praising his Lord and Saviour,
and exhorting all to seek a better life. In the evening twilight,
when nature was preparing to rest, and the sun was painting his
reflections on the sky, his light went out. Surrounded by his
family and friends, his spirit winged its way to God, to abide with him
forever.
(Poem omitted)
Services were conducted by the Rev. Geo. E. Tifft, pastor of the
M. E. church, and interment in Grace Lawn cemetery.
Submitted by L. Morgan
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Obituary of William P. Heisler I
Taken from Elk County Citizen, April 20, 1904
OBITUARY - William P. Heisler
William P. Heisler, Sr., was born in Wurtemberg, Germany, April
25, 1833. Died at his home, Howard, Kansas, April 18, 1904, aged
70 years, 11 months and 18 days.
Deceased came to America at the age of 18 and located in Ohio
where he was married to Miss Elizabeth Stine. They afterwards
moved to Indiana. There his wife died leaving him with eight
small children, three sons and five daughters. With them he came
to Kansas in 1884. In 1889 he was married to Elizabeth
Dolen. In his early life and until he came to Howard he was a
faithful member of the Lutheran church, there being no church of that
denomination here he did not become a member of any other. He
always expressed his faith in God as a Father and Christ as HIS
Savior. During his illness which lasted for over four months he
was always cheerful and patient and while very anxious to get well he
always said he was ready to go and everything was all right. He
leaves a wife, eight children, thirteen grandchildren and a host of
friends to mourn his death.
Mr. Heisler was an industrious and intelligent farmer, a kind
neighbor, and a good citizen. He was followed to his last resting
place in Grace Lawn cemetery by a large number of sorrowing friends and
relatives. The funeral services were held from the home in this
city conducted by Rev. Geo. E. Tifft, of the M. E. church.
Submitted by L. Morgan
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Obituary of James Ballard Anderson
Taken from Elk County Citizen, Wednesday, November 22, 1905
OBITUARY -- J. B. Anderson
James Ballard Anderson was born March 15, 1822 in Jefferson
county, Indiana. Died in Howard, Kansas, November 13, 1905,
age 83 years, 7 months and 29 days.
Mr. Anderson was converted early in life and united with the
Baptist church. For 68 years he was a consistent member of this church,
serving it as deacon for 50 years. He was a native of Indiana and lived
in that state and Illinois prior to his coming to Howard in the year
1886.
He was married to Martha J. Lefeber November 29, 1848.
They raised five children, Mrs. J. B. Trowbridge of Muncie, Indiana,
Mrs. A. F. Eby of Howard, Dr. E. W. Anderson of Indianapolis,
Indiana, Mrs. J. A. Boutell and Miss Martha Anderson,
Howard. His wife, and a brother, W. G. Anderson , age 86, of
Colfax, Ill., and the five children survive him.
Mr. Anderson was an exemplary citizen, a consistent Christian,
and a pillar in the church of Christ. He was a life member of the
Kansas Baptist State Convention, and one of the directors of the Howard
National Bank. He and Mrs. Anderson celebrated their golden
wedding November 29, 1898. Had he lived until the 29th of this
month they would have been married 57 years.
The funeral service was conducted by his pastor at the Baptist
church, in the presence of a large company of his fellow
citizens. The sermon was based on Acts 11:24. He was a good man,
full of the Holy Spirit, and of faith. The pastor spoke of
his good parts in the home life, civic life, and church life, Not
alone in these things did he excel, but as husband, father, and
business man he was above reproach. On coming to Howard he became
a leading factor in the life and development of our city, and as an
architect and builder had left monuments of his wisdom and good
judgment in some of our best buildings, conspicuous among which are the
Baptist church, the Howard National Bank building, and the Metropolitan
hotel. It can truthfully be said of him: He was a wise
master-builder, not alone in temporal things, but in spiritual and
eternal things as well. Having served the Master so well
and so long, he has now entered into that rest which remain for the
people of God.
(Poem Omitted)
Submitted by L. Morgan
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Obituary of William R. Underwood
Elk County Citizen, Wednesday, November 22, 1905
OBITUARY - Wm. R. Underwood
W. R. Underwood was born June 20, 1830, in the state of
Indiana. Moved to Missouri, where he entered the army in the
beginning of the war, serving in the 8th Missouri regiment until the
close of hostilities. Moved to Howard about 19 years ago, where
he continued to live until this day of his death November 16th,
1905. He was married in early life and to that union were born
six children of whom three are dead. Mr. Underwood was converted
and united with the Cumberland Presbyterian church, but during his
residence in Kansas did not affiliate with any church. For
several years past he has been in very poor health and for the last
year has been sorely afflicted.
The funeral services were held at the home. E. M. Stanton
post, G.A.R. followed the remains to Grace Lawn cemetery where his body
was laid at rest. His widow has the sympathy of the entire
community.
Submitted by L. Morgan
Obituary of Joseph Root
Howard Courant, July 7, 1921
OBITUARY -- Joseph Root
Joseph Root was born in Miami county, Ohio, February 20th, 1839
and passed out of this life at St. Cloud, Florida, June 22nd, 1921,
aged 82 years, 4 months, and 2 days. When he was but a boy, his
parents moved to Wabash, Indiana, where he grew to manhood. On
August 20th, 1861, he enlisted in Co I, 8th Indiana Infantry, and
served four years. He was in 23 engagements and went through the war
without a wound, and escaped capture. He was discharged as a
Corporal, August 28th, 1865.
He married Miss Amelia Nowlin in 1866. To this union were
born two sons who are yet living--William, of Topeka, Kansas; and
Phares of Independence, Kansas. The family came to Kansas in 1871
and to Elk Falls in 1874. He was postmaster four years. He
worked at the tinner trade to some extent. He was a quiet,
industrious, upright in all his doings, respected by all who knew
him. His wife died. Five years ago he went to St. Cloud,
Florida where he resided until his death. He was a charter member
of Rawlins Post No. 26, G. A. R. and took a deep interest in the order.
His remains were brought to Elk Falls arriving Friday morning at 5
o'clock and were taken to the M. E. church,m where a brief service was
held at 10 o'clock, conducted by the pastor, Rev. J. A. Pratt.
Mr. N. Hill gave a short address. The music was arranged by Mrs.
Hutcheson. There were beautiful tributes of flowers on the casket.
Burial took place in the Elk Falls cemetery in the family lot.
The relatives are grateful to those who so kindly ministered to them in
their hour of sorrow.
Submitted by L. Morgan
Obituary of Elza Kahler Nordyke
Howard Courant, March 12, 1931
OBITUARY -- Elza Nordyke
Elza Kahler Nordyke was born January 31, 1840 and died at
Howard, Kansas on March 4, 1931, being 91 years, 1 month, and 4 days
old.
When just a child she moved with her parents from Ohio to
Monticello, Indiana, where she spent most her life. She was
married to Israel Nordyke April 9, 1863. To this union was born
one son, John Paris Nordyke, who passed away October 3,
1923. Her husband preceded her in death March 17, 1904.
She joined the Methodist church at the early age of 10
years. At the death of her son, she came with her step-daughter,
Mrs. W. R. Dunkelberger to make her home with them at Howard. She
is survived by two nieces, Mrs. Verla Paris of Brooklyn, New York and
Mrs. Mae Blue of Star City, Indiana and a nephew Earl Blue of Shelton,
Illinois and her step-daughter, Mrs. W. R. Dunkelberger of Howard,
Kansas.
Short funeral services were held at the Dunkelberger home in
Howard, Kansas, Friday morning at 8:30 o'clock, conducted by Rev. A. E.
Griggs, pastor of the Howard Presbyterian church and the remains were
taken to the old homw at Monticello, Indiana for burial, accompanied by
W. R. Dunkelberger.
Submitted by L. Morgan
1879-09-06 Richard Kitley
The public will be surprised to learn of the death of Richard Kitley, a prominent and wealthy farmer residing in the eastern part of this county. Mr. Kitley was born November 19, 1825, and died yesterday at 8 o'clock a.m. of bronchitis. His illness was only of a few weeks duration, and hiss death entirely unexpected. Only two months since he was married to the daughter of Mr. Wilson, of Shelby County, she being his third wife. Mr. Kitley leaves a family of six children, two by his first wife and four by his second wife. His life was exceptional in integrity of purpose in all its relations, and sorrow and regret will be felt among his extensive acquaintances in business to lose his ability and genial presence. He will be buried at Acton tomorrow (Sunday) at 2 o'clock p.m. The burial services will be conducted by the Masonic order, of which he was an active member.
THOMPSON, BLANCHE
Blanche Thompson, age 4, oldest child of Mr. and Mrs. T. A. Thompson, died about a week ago at Terre Haute, Ind. of diptheria. Mr. Thompson was working in Hutchinson when summoned by telegram but could not reach Terre Haute in time. (The Hatfield News, January 19, 1889) Submitted by Peggy Thompson
Erastus Niece March 20, 1879
Near Terre Haute, Ind., on March 16, of injuries received from an accident, Erastus Niece, father of Mr. John W. Niece of this city.
(Contributed by Nancy Piper)
Dr. M. P. Whitaker January 27, 1876 Taken From the Henry Republican
At Terre Haute, Ind., Dec. 27, of paralysis, Dr. M. P. Whitaker, aged 59 years, eldest son of Mr. Jesse Whitaker of Lacon.
(Contributed by Nancy Piper)
Elijah Leak.
Terre Haute, Ind., Feb- 27.—Elijah Leak, who died yesterday, at the age of eighty-four, came to Terre Haute, with his parents in 1836. He was a building contractor. In 1842 he became a member of the First Congregational Church, and, with one exception, was the oldest living member of the church. He and his wife joined the church at the time of a great revival, in which Henry Ward Beecher. then pastor of the Second Presbyterian Church, in Indianapolis, took a leading part, assisting Dr. Jewett, pastor of the church here. Mr. Leake leaves a wite and six children.
Date: 1899-03-01; Paper: Indiana State Journal
Charles Devay.
Terre Haute, Ind., Feb. 27.—Charles Devay, county recorder, died this morning, after a lingering illness. He was bom In 1859 In Preble county, Ohio, and came to Terre Haute with his parents in 1863. He entered on his duties as recorder In
November, 1895. The County Commissioners have selected John D Pugh to fill out the unexpired term
Date: 1899-03-01; Paper: Indiana State Journal
CAUSED BY INSANITY.
Well Known Business Man Kills Himself After Attempting To Shoot His Wife
Terre Haute, Ind., Feb. 25.—At daylight Sunday morning Altamont G. Walker, a well known business man, awakened his sleeping wife and fired at her. The bullet embedded itself in the pillow. Mrs. Walker started to flee from the room but was grabbed around the neck by her husband, who, with a pistol In either hand, fired two more shots, one wounding Mrs. Walker slightly in the hand. Walker then turned the pistol on himself and sent a bullet through his lungs. He lived but a short time. Mr. and Mrs. Walker, with their four children, lived In a handsome house in one of the most fashionable streets. Insanity is supposed to be the cause of the attempted murder and suicide. Not long ago he wrote a letter to Senator Sherman full of vagaries outlining his troubles.
The Warren Republican February 28 1895
Terre, Haute - July 26
Contributed by Linda Dietz
OBITUARY OF WILLIAM K. EDWARDS
The
First Mayor of
(September 30, 1878 – Indianapolis Sentinel)
Very rarely are the citizens of a state called
upon to
mourn the loss of a man so thoroughly good and universally respected as
he
whose funeral called together so many of Indiana’s sons at Terre Haute
yesterday. The Vendalia road, of which
Colonel Ed wards was a director, having placed a train at the disposal
of the
grand lodge and grand encampment of odd fellows, the officers of the
last named
body issued invitations, and at 9:30 yesterday morning six coaches
filled with
prominent members of that order and their invited guests started from
Trains on other roads had also arrived, and it
was
estimated that nearly 2,000 of the citizens of the state outside of
Services At the Hotel
At about 2 o’clock p. m. the services at the
hotel, which
consisted simply of the form adopted by the Episcopal Church, were read
being
conducted by the Rev. B. F. Dunham, and
shortly after the procession began to form which was to escort the
mortal
remains of the illustrious man to their final resting place. The odd fellows, in which organization Mr.
Edwards held the office of most worthy grand patriarch of the grand
encampment
of
The Procession
The funeral procession was one of the largest
ever seen in
Police
Ringgold Band
Millitary
Employees of the Railroads
Fire department
City Council and officers in carriages
Members of courts and bar.
Officers of state supreme court and governors in carriages
Subordinate lodges of I. O. O. F.
Subordinate encampment.
Grand encampment
Hearse
Friends in carriages
Citizens in carriages
The procession reached the cemetery about 3:30 o’clock, where about 5,000 people had assembled. Nearly as many more, who were unable to witness the services, line the streets and helped to pay the last sad tribute to the memory of the illustrious dead.
At the Grave
The grand officers performed the last sad rites according to the beautiful ritual of their order, and this being done the vast assembling retraced their way to the city. The body of Colonel Edwards had been returned to the dust from whence it came; the soul to the God who gave it.
Distinguished Persons Present
Among the distinguished persons present were the Hon. R. W. Thompson, secretary of the state, Senator D. W. Voorbees, ex Governor Conrad Baker, Judge W. Q. Greeham, General W, H H. Terrill, Judge B. K. Elliott. Colonel W. R. Holloway, General John Co-burn, the Hon. J. A. Wildman, General G. F. McGinnis, John Dillon, Esq, Judge L Howland, J. M. Ridenour, Esq , and M. H. McKay, Esq- The following were among the more prominent odd fellows noticed:
John F. Wallick, acting G P.; Thomas Underwood, P. C. P.; B. F. Foster, G. S.; G. W. Lowe, G. M. r D. B. Shideler, P. G. M.; J. W. McQuiddy, P. G, and John Reynolds, P. G..
Meeting on the Train
Upon returning from
Resolved, That the courtesies or the citizens and members of our fraternity, in Terre Haute, extended to us this day during our presence in the city. in discharge or our last solemn duty to our late valued brother and distinguished citizen, Grand Patriarch W, K. Edwards, being duly appreciated, by us. we hereby tender them our thanks.
Resolved, That our warmest acknowledgements are hereby offered to the Vandalia railroad for the liberal kindness in their tender of free transportation.
Resolved, That the gentlemanly attention to our every want by Conductor A. Robins plaees us under many obligations, and we beg to assure him our appreciation of his kindness.
Resolved, That these resolutions be furnished
the press of
Sketch of Life
Colonel William K. Edwards was born on Bear
Grass, near
Transcribed and Contributed by Marie Miller
Name of Deceased: Mrs. Nancy consort of E. U.
Brown, Esq.
County Name: Vigo State: IN Newspaper: The Western Register, July 21,
1823
Obit: Died on the 25th ult. after a most afflicting illness of about
two years, in the 36th year of her age, Mrs. Nancy, consort of E. U.
Brown, Esq., of Honeycreek Township. Mrs. brown bore the afflicting and
tardy years of her indisposition with the most unusual resignation, and
only seemd impatient for the happy hour to arrive, when it should be
the will of her God to permit the slow arrow of death to sever, what to
her had formerly been "the silken thread of life," and permit her
wearied spirit to wing its peaceful flight to that haven of repsose
which she had long believed was "prepared for the righteous, the bosom
of her Father and her God."
Although this dispensation of the Divine will may be peculiarly
afflicating to her widowed consort, his orphaned children and their
mourning relatives and friends, yet is is a soothing thought that
'blessed are those who die in the Lord," and her unwavering faith in
Him of whom she had many years been a follower, and in whom she had so
long put her trust, affords them the happy consolation that she is now
beyond the reach of misery associated with pure and holy spirits,
praising her God in "the regious of the blest."
Submitters Name: Peggy Thompson
The Irving
Postmasters Mother Dead
Mrs Helena Berry aged 70, mother of Postmaster W B Berry
of Irving, IL, died Saturday night in Terre Haute, Indiana at the
home of her daughter, Mrs Ed Burton. The
body was brot back to Irving and the funeral services were held this
afternoon at the Lutheran church and burial was made in the Irving
cemetery. Litchfield Daily Union,
Montgomery County, IL, Monday, April 2, 1928
Submitted by: Lynn Boyd Reener
John TRUSE, switchman, employed in the yards of the Evansville line at Terre Haute, was caught between cars last evening and crushed to death.
Indiana General News Items from the Indianapolis News 9 December. 1890
BLAKE, Sarah L., wife of T. H. BLAKE, died in Terre Haute, Ind., Aug. 8, age 22 yrs. (Sept. 8, 1831)
Terre Haute, Ind. Nov. 28 -- Reports tabulated here show that 17 soldiers from Terre Haute and Vigo county were killed in action in France and 32 died in camps in the United States. More than 5,000 men from this county were under arms during the war. Those killed in action include William Hicks, T. Harvey, Lieut. James M. Duncan, Harvey Mendry, Herbert D. Duncan, Cleo Nehergall(?), Grover G. King, Harble E. Haskett, Guy L. Trueblood, Dana L. Montgomery, John C. Sanderson, Francis Leo Sherburne, George L. Saunders, Charles Reilly, James McGraw, Keith Dale and Amiel Darris.
Indianapolis Star, Friday November 29, 1918
Transcribed by K. Torp