Catherine M. Yambert, daughter of Samuel and Margaret Yambert, was born near Marion, Iowa, July 24, 1850, and departed this life November 2, 1939, at the age of 89 years, three months and nine days.She moved to Ohio with her parents when a small child and was married to Alex Musgrave December 9, 1869. To this union eight children were born, five of whom survive, namely: Mrs. H. W. Nichols of Nampa, Idaho; O. E. of Milan; T. C. of Jamestown, North Dakota; W. Y. of Nash, Texas, and R. H. of Newtown, MO. H. S. and J. D. passed away in 1919 and W. S. in 1937.The deceased with her husband moved to Missouri in 1873 and for the past 36 years has lived in and near Newtown. Her companion passed away January 17, 1927.She united with the Christian church a number of years ago and lived a faithful member during the balance of her life. She was also a member of the O.E.S. the past 30 years. She was a true wife and devoted mother, and was loved by all for her quiet and peaceful Christian life. She leaves 24 grandchildren and 21 great grandchildren.Grandma, as she was familiarly called by all, was a grand woman true and kind, and live a long and useful life., and gone on to her reward, leaving the memory of a life that should be a beacon light to all her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren to follow in her foot steps.Funeral services were held at the Christian church at Newtown at 2 p.m. Sunday, November 5th. Burial in Newtown cemetery.
[contributed by: Barbara src#2 - 2008]BACK- Sullivan County, MO Genealogy Trails
Nove L. Mantlo, son of Mr. And Mrs. William W. Mantlo was born in Sullivan Co., Missouri near Half Rock august 8th, 1876 and passed this life at the Smith-Graham Hospital in Kirksville, Mo., October 23, 1929. K Age 53 years 2 mo. and 15 days.< October 25th 1908 he was married to Miss Hattie M. Chufiey. To this union were born three children.His parents, three brothers, and four sisters preceded him in death.He leaves to mourn his departure his wife, Ferrel A., victor L. and Delorise Lorraine. His brothers and sisters living are James of Princeton, Thomas of Humphreys and Jeff of Galt and two sisters.Mr. Mantlo was a barber by trade and had barber shops in several towns before locating in Humphreys, which he operated until his health failed, and his daughter, Ferrel, stepped in and is keeping the shop going.Funeral was conducted from the M. E. Church at 2:00 p.m. by Rev. G. W. Ridley assisted by Rev. Adams of Humphreys and[contributed by: Barbara src#2 - 2008]
interment was in the Humphreys cemetery.BACK- Sullivan County, MO Genealogy Trails