KOYL SCRAPBOOK

OBITUARIES

1920

 

 

DEATH OF MRS. J. M. KENNEDY LAST THURSDAY

Had Lived In This County For 63 years

Leaves 27 Descendants

March 25, 1920

(Contributed)

 

Harriet Foreman was born December 29, 1845 in Carroll County, Ohio, and passed to her reward March 25, 1920, aged 74 years, 2 months and 27 days.  On October 29, 1866 she was united in marriage to James M. Kennedy and came to Isabella County and lived for a short time south of Salt River, then moved onto the farm where she faithfully assisted her husband in building a home in the wilderness.  Their first house was a little board shanty where eight of their ten children were born.  They then removed to the present home where she passed away 53 years of joy and sorrow.  Of the ten children born to them, six sons and two daughters are left with the husband and father to await the reunion in the heavenly mansion where she has gone to join the two little daughters and two granddaughters who preceded her.  There are also fourteen grandchildren and five great grandchildren and two sisters in Ohio who survive. Rev. L. L. Hanthorne had charge of the funeral.

 

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MARIAH C. WILBER

August 24, 1920

 

Mariah C. Wilber, daughter of Samuel and Margaret Wilber was born in New York June 5, 1839 and died at Shepherd August 24, 1920.

When a child she came with her parents to Michigan.  In 1855 she was married at Laingsburg to Monroe Loomis.  To this union were born 8 children, 4 having preceded her.  In 1860 they moved to Isabella County on the farm now owned by Mr. Gleskin.  Nineteen years ago they moved to Shepherd where one year later Mr. Loomis passed away.  She has since resided in Shepherd.  About 8 years ago she was married to H. H. Hopkins who survives.

She lived a Christian life;  was  faithful wife and loving mother and will be greatly missed.

She leaves to mourn their loss her husband, three sons and one daughter.  Albert of Grand Rapids,  Ged of Shepherd, Frank of Breckenridge and Mrs. Cora (name unreadable) of Colorado - (also listed grandchildren and great grandchildren but could not read the print)

 

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EUDORIA GALLUP

December 28, 1920

 

Eudoria Gallup was born near Grass Lake, Jackson County, Michigan December 29, 1843 and departed this life December 28, 1920 at the home of her daughter Cora McGarry.

Her illness extended over a period of one year.  She was united in marriage to Benjamin A. Cohoon, June 17, 1867, and came to Isabella County and settled on the farm which was their home until death.

To this union were born eight children:  Lena French,  Ransom Cohoon,  Lillian Hartford,  Henrietta McKinley and Cora McGarry;  also seven grandchildren and three great grandchildren.

She was an active member of the Shepherd relief corps.

Her husband preceded her in death August 28, 1917.

Funeral services were held in the Shepherd Methodist church and she was laid to rest in the Salt River cemetery.  She was a woman loved and respected by all who knew her.

 

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DEATH OF YOUNG MOTHER

Mrs. Ray Schooley

June 3, 1920

 

Mrs. Ray Schooley died at her home on Monday and was buried from Sacred Heart church Wednesday morning.  It is not yet four months sinker her husband died of influenza and today three little children are doubly orphaned.  Mrs. Schooley is a daughter of George Hoak and the sympathy of all goes out to the little children and the other relatives.

 

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HANNAH R. ALVORD

Jan 13, 1920

 

Hannah R. Alvord, daughter of Edward  and Belinda Alvord, was born in the county of Hillsdale, Michigan, December 20, 1859.  In the year 1867 she came with her parents to what was then the village of Salt River, now Shepherd.  She attended the public schools, where her (unreadable) and devotion resulted in her (unreadable) and later she successfully taught school in Isabella County.

February 23, 1879 at the age of 20 years, she was united in marriage to W. H. Jobelln or Johelln (very hard to read) at St. Louis, Gratiot County, which proved a happy marriage during these forty some years.  Three sons were born to them....(the rest of this article is unreadable...the only son's name I could make out was Fred, and that one son passed away in infancy).

 

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PASSED AWAY SATURDAY

Mark E. Turner

November 20, 1920

 

Mark E. Turner, an old resident of St. Louis, passed away at him home in the south part of the city Saturday night, November 20th, at the age of 79 years.

He had been in poor health for some time, due to old age and complications.

Funeral services were held at the Free Methodist church Tuesday at 10 o'clock and interment was made in Oak Grove cemetery.

 

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GLEN LEONARD

May 27, 1920

 

It was with feelings of sincere regret that the friends of Glen Leonard learned of his sudden death on Friday morning.  About his duties as usual on Thursday his familiar figure had been seen by many and it was hard to believe that within a few hours he had been stricken with a fatal malady.

On the morning in question, Mr. Leonard arose as usual and started to dress himself.  He found that he was unable to use his limbs, having only slight power over them.  With assistance he went down stairs and lay down as he complained of a faintness and also a severe heartache.  A physician was summoned but before he reached there the sick man was beyond all help and passed away about 9:15.  During the past few years his health had been somewhat impaired but not to an extent that he had to give up his work and the past year or so he had seemed much better.  No premonition of illness was felt at all and he retired the night before seemingly as well as ever and slept well all night.

Funeral services were held Sunday afternoon, conducted by the Masonic order.

Glen Leonard was born in Ionia County 45 years ago and lived there until he was eight years of age, when he moved to Mt. Pleasant with his parents.  This has ever since been his home and he has spent these years in the same neighborhood in which he died.  He was married 8 years ago.  His father died 12 years ago and his mother five years ago.  He is survived by his heart broken wife, and two sisters and two brothers:  Mrs. Ellen Barnum and Mrs. George Johnson and C. W. Campbell of this city and H. R. Campbell of Muskegon.  The sympathy of the entire community goes out to the wife and other members of his family.

 

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MARTHA J. McCLELLAN DIES AT THE HOSPITAL

IN ST. LOUIS

August 24, 1920

 

On August 10 Mrs. Martha McClellan was taken to St. Louis where the following day she was taken to the hospital for treatment and underwent a minor operation on August 12th.  On August 15 she suffered a slight stroke of paralysis which was followed by another on the 24th, which resulted in her death on Saturday, August 24, 1920.

Martha J. Fordyce, daughter of John and Mary Fordyce, was born in Green County, PA, December 4, 1845 and died at the hospital in St. Louis on August 28, 1920, aged 74 years.

She was united in marriage to John McClellan on February 25, 1866, five children being born to bless the union, all of whom survive.  Her husband preceded her in death on May 3, 1908.

She came to Michigan in April 1866 and with her husband settled on a farm in Coe township where she resided until 1912, when she came to Shepherd, where she has since lived.

There are left to mourn their loss four sons and one daughter:  Wm G of Shepherd,  Edward S of Washington,  Clarence S of Oregon, Lizzie May, now Mrs. Clarence Leonard of St. Louis and James L of Montana;  two brothers, Scott and Solomon Fordyce all of Coe township,  six grandchildren and host of other relatives and friends.

She had been a member of the Christian church for over one-half a century and lived a conscientious Christian life, commanding the respect of all who knew her.

The funeral was held Tuesday morning at 11:00 o'clock at the Christian church, Rev. Kimberling officiating.  Interment in Salt River Cemetery.

 

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TENNEY'S LOSE THREE CHILDREN IN FEW MONTHS

January 30, 1920

March 22, 1920

June 17, 1920

 

Mr. and Mrs. O. H. Tenney of St. Louis have lost three children by death since the first of the year.  The two sisters and brother were taken ill with influenza early in January which took a typhoid form.  The youngest, Ernest, died January 30 and his death was followed by that of the youngest girl on March 22.  The other sister died at the Carney hospital last week.  Still another daughter is sick but she is much better and it is thought she is past all danger of more serious consequences.  The last daughter to die was 17 years old and a sophomore in the city high school.  There are three sisters and a brother left in the family.

 

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DEATH OF INFANT

Nov. 4, 1920

 

The infant child of Mr. and Mrs. Ed Brown died Tuesday evening of pneumonia.  The funeral was held at the home today at 2:00 o'clock.

 

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DEATH OF ONE OF COUNTY'S EARLY PIONEERS

Mrs. John T. Landon Leaves Daughter and Five Sons

Funeral Saturday

February 19, 1920

(small parts of this article are unreadable)

 

Mrs. John T. Landon died at home on Kinney Avenue last Thursday and was laid in Riverside on Saturday after private services at the home.  Mrs. Landon was born in Canada, her maiden name being M(rest unreadable) Andress.  She was married in (unreadable) to John T. Landon, who died a (unreadable) years ago.  They came to Clinton Co after their marriage and after a year or so there moved to Chippewa township in this county.  They also lived in Denver township.  They were among the sturdy pioneers which made Isabella county what it is today.

They were the parents of ten children, three daughters and one son having died.  The living members of the family are:  Alfred Landon of Tacoma, Wash;  George Landon of Grand Rapids;  Mrs. Sarah Ayers of Palmer and Dell, all living in the city vicinity.

 

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CLARA MORTON YOUNG

September 29, 1920

(there are also parts of this article hard to read)

 

Clara, daughter of John E. and Elizabeth Morton was born Dec. 25, 1860 at St. France, Maine.  In (unreadable) the family moved to Newago (unreadable) and four years later located in Mecosta county where they were (unreadable) residents of Morton township.  In (unreadable) she was married to Alfred L. Young.  Three children blessed this union:  Elton, Fred and Frank.

From (unreadable) river Mr. and Mrs. Young came to Mt. Pleasant and have resided her (missing) years.

Mrs. Young departed this life Sept. 29.  She leaves to mourn their loss, her husband, three sons & their wives, five grandchildren, one brother and three sisters and a host of relatives and friends.

 

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FIFTY-FOUR YEARS

Alfred L. B. Young Passed From This Life Last Saturday

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Mr. Young At One Time Was Register Of Deeds

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Moved to Mt. Pleasant Thirty Years Ago - engaged in Real Estate Business

 

The death of Alfred Luther Boyer Young, business man and resident of this county for 54 years, came as a sudden shock to this community last Saturday morning.  Mr. Young had been in poor health for some time, but the direct cause of his death was the nervous collapse, resulting from the loss of his wife which occurred September 20.

Mr. Young and his two sons, Frank and Elton of Young,  Saskatchewan, Canada, who had been called here on account of the death of their mother, had gone to visit Mr. Young's sister-in-law, Mrs. Bromely of Mecosta.  Mr. Young was taken suddenly worse and died Saturday morning about 5 o'clock.  The funeral was held at the Methodist church Monday, rev. Green offering prayer, and Rev. Hanthorne delivering a short sermon.

Mr. Young was born June 12, 1850 in Pennsylvania and came to this county when he was 16 years of age, with his parents, and located at Salt River, now Shepherd.  He was married to Clara Morton on August 30, 1870.  To bless this union were born three sons:  Elton, Fred and Frank.  Mr. and Mrs. Young moved to Mt. Pleasant 10 years ago and have since resided here.

Mr. Young for several years had been engaged in the real estate business.  At one time he was register of deeds of this county.  Mr. Young was a staunch Democrat and this, a strong Republican county, but he was held in such high esteem that he was elected.  While living in Shepherd he was the owner at one time of a grist mill.  when he was a young man he lost an arm by having it caught between a belt and pulley.  He was highly esteemed by all who knew him and will be greatly missed by this community.

 

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MRS GAMBLE

Dec. 21, 1920

(the top few lines of this article is missing)

 

__ was born in Vermont in the year 1832.

In 1851 she was united in marriage to Nathan Egbert in Dedforth, Ohio.  to this union were born seven children:  Mrs. Sarah Messenger of (unreadable), Mich., Mrs. Emerson Field, Henry Egbert and Henrietta Foster (twins), Frances Egbert who died in infancy, James Egbert of the state of Wash., and Ivan Egbert of Texas.

In 1888 she was united in marriage to Robert Gamble who passed away about 10 years ago.

Mrs. Gamble has not been strong for some time but began to fail rapidly when her younger son enlisted in the world war and took active part in the battles of St. Michaels and in the Argonne woods.  Grandma Gamble as she was known, was a great reader and lived over all the big battles in which her son was engaged and suffered mental anguish by the dwelling on his danger.  This act undoubtedly hastened her departure.

She passed away on the morning of December 21st at the age of 88 years and 5 months at her daughter's in Shepherd.

While residing in Ohio she became a member of the (unreadable) or Christian church and always remained a steadfast worker in that church until the loss of hearing and infirmities prevented her form taking on active parts.  She was a splendid bible student.  After her infirmities kept her home her devotions to her maker was then expressed in the culture and care of her beautiful flowers and the wide distribution of cheer which their blossoms brought to others.

Funeral services were held at her daughter's, Mrs. Field, home and interment in Salt River cemetery.

 

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MARTHA WALLING

May 28, 1920

 

Martha Walling was born in Gouverneur, New York June 8, 1829 and passed away at the old homestead northeast of Shepherd May 28, 1920, aged 91 years, 4 months and 15 days.

She came to this state in 1870.  She was united in marriage to Harrison Abbott at Hartford, NY May 26, 1853.

To this union were born two children, Mrs. Mar (rest unreadable) J. Preston, now of Detroit; and Mr. Miles D. Abbott who lives on the old homestead.  The husband passed away in 1907.

She is survived by one son, one daughter, a brother of Mt. Pleasant and one sister, Mrs. Mary Northrop of Shepherd, four grandchildren and one great grandchild.  Funeral services at Shepherd M E church May 28, 1920.

 

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KENNETH STRUBLE DIES AFTER LONG ILLNESS

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Body To Be Brought To Riverside For Burial

Was 52 Years Old

April 15, 1920

 

Kenneth E. Struble, one of Shepherd's substantial citizens, died early Monday morning after an illness extending over some months.  Mr. Struble had the flu during the epidemic and never recovered from it's effects.

The deceased was a native of Williams County, Ohio, where he was born November 17, 1867.  He was brought to Isabella County, Michigan when but 6 months old, and spent his childhood and youth at Sat River and Coe townships where he attended the public schools.

Mr. Struble's first business experience was as a salesman for his brothers, N. W. and J. H. Struble, in their store at Shepherd where he remained for fifteen years.  On November 30, 1901, he was appointed by President Roosevelt, postmaster of Shepherd.

When Mr. Struble received his first commission, Shepherd was a fourth class office, but in July 1902, it was advanced to the third class, since which time it has more than doubled it's capacity, being now the center of a large rural delivery, which includes five routes and takes in as many townships, besides touching parts of three others.  He received three commissions from President Roosevelt and on March 17, 1910, was reappointed by President Taft.

He was a stockholder and director of the Central State Savings Bank of Shepherd and also identified with the Winn Bank.

In politics he has always been a staunch republican.  Mt. Struble was an enthusiastic Mason, belonging to Salt River Lodge No. 288, in which he has been worshipful master four terms.

In the year 1897 Mr. Struble was married to Coral C. Hibbard, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. F. E. Hibbard, who survives him.

Funeral services will be held in Shepherd this afternoon and the body will be brought to this city for burial in Riverside cemetery.

 

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SUMMERTON RESIDENT BURIED HERE

Mrs. Michael Millett

(no date other than 1920)

 

The funeral of Mrs. Michael Millett of Summerton was held from Sacred Heart church Wednesday morning.  Mrs. Millett was reputed to be 96 years of age and was an old resident of this county.  Mr. Millett died about two years ago.  A daughter, Mrs. Richard O'Connor and a son, Michael, survive the aged mother.

 

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PARK MUNN

October 18, 1920

 

Park Munn was born in Bradford County, PA., September 12, 1857 and died at his home in Chippewa Twp., Monday night, October 18, 1920, aged 63 years, 1 month and 6 days.

He was united in marriage December 23, 1881 to Miss Ida Broomfield;  to this union was born 7 children, 5 boys and 2 girls:  Willie, Floyd, Ray, Leo, Robbie, Ina and Thressa.

Funeral services were held from the home Thursday afternoon.

 

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MRS. VARN LAUAN

April 26, 1920

 

Ferna B., daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Alfred McMillen, was born in Clare County November 8, 1895 and died at her home in Evart, April 26, 1920, after an illness of two weeks with pneumonia, at the age of 24 years, 3 months and 18 days.  She was united in marriage to Varn Lauan December 22, 1915, where she lived until her death.

She leaves a husband, mother, father, sister and a host of friends.  The body was brought to Mt. Pleasant for burial and a short service was held at the home of Alfred McMillen on south Washington, the Rev. L. L. Hanthorne officiating.

 

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HARRIET LIVINGSTON KYES

April 20, 1920

 

Harriet Livingston Kyes, daughter of Ezekiel and Margaret (Gillett) Livingston, was born in Schoharie County, NY October 13, 1827 and departed this life April 20, 1920, aged 92 years, 6 months and 7 days.

She came to Jackson county, Mich. with her parents at an early date.  August 12, 1849 she was united in marriage to Ransom Kyes, who departed this life December 8, 1893.

They moved to Isabella Co., May of 1855 where she spent her remaining years.

To this union seven children were born, two of whom are living;  Douglas L of Alma and L. D. at home.

She leaves to mourn her loss one brother, two sons, six grandchildren, ten great grandchildren and a number of relatives and friends.

Funeral services were held Thursday afternoon at the M E Church and interment was at Salt River Cemetery.

 

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YOUNG MAN HAS A TRAGIC DEATH

A Growing Infirmity With No Hope Preys On His Mind

Had Been Obliged To Give Up His Education

Funeral Held On Monday At Home of His Parents South of Here

Cleo McMackin

May 13, 1920

 

One of life's tragedies was enacted near here on Saturday last when Cleo McMackin took his own life during a fit of mental aberration.  The young man had been afflicted with failing eyesight ever since a small child and the well-grounded fear that he might become totally blind and a burden to those about him so preyed upon his mind that in an unguarded moment he snapped the slender cord that bound him here.

The deceased was 18 years of age and was an ambitious boy.  When it became evident that he would lose his eyesight entirely he was sent to the school for the blind in Lansing in hopes that there he would receive the education he so much coveted.  But the surroundings were not to his liking and in a few weeks he returned.  After this more than ever he seemed to brood over the fact that he was doomed to be a burden to his family.

Saturday morning he seemed in good spirits and went to the barn, shortly afterwards he was found there having attempted to hang himself.  He was not yet dead and was taken to the house and everything done to save his life but he died on Sunday.

Funeral services were held Monday forenoon.

The sympathy of the entire community goes out to the afflicted family.

 

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EDWARD RIVETT

Nov 9, 1920

 

Edward Rivett was born in Prince Edward County, Ontario June 18, 1852 and died at Forest Grove, Oregon November 9, 1920 at the age of 68 years.

At the age of 20 he came to Michigan, first to Elm Hall and later to Shepherd, then known as Salt River.

He obtained employment as a blacksmith with H. O. Bigelow and afterwards started a shop of his own.

For a time he was associated with Chas. Cassady, the present Judge of Probate, in the blacksmith and carriage business.  When the railroad was built through Shepherd he moved his shop farther west nearer the railroad and for over thirty years he operated a blacksmith shop in Shepherd.  Eleven years ago he moved to Forest Grove, Oregon where he has since resided.

Edward Rivett was married to Mary A. Myers on June 27, 1877 and to them were born three children;  Byron J., Arthur G., and Iva E.  These with the widow, a sister and two grandchildren survive him.

Ed, as he was known, was a man of genial disposition, always ready to give and receive a joke.  He was honest, industrious and a man of good moral character.  He was an ardent advocate of the temperance movement and he was a good citizen.  For over 35 years he was a member in good standing of the I. O. O. F.  He will be greatly missed by many relatives and friends.

Mr. Rivett died very suddenly of heart failure.  Burial was made in Forest Grove Cemetery.

 

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DEATH OF MRS. STAHLMAN

(no date other than 1920)

 

Mrs. Isaac Stahlman died at her home in Shepherd on Friday last at the age of 76 years.  She had been a resident of Shepherd many years and is survived by one son, one daughter and four step-children.  Mrs. Virgil McClintic of this city is a step-grandchild.  Funeral services were held at Shepherd Monday.

 

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MRS. SARAH MERRILL

February 1920

 

Mrs. Sarah Merrill, wife of Mr. Dudley Merrill, passed away at her home in Isabella County Thursday morning at about 4 o'clock.  Mrs. Merrill was taken seriously ill Wednesday about 11 o'clock with a complete stroke.

Mrs. Merrill's maiden name was Sarah Harshman - she was born in Indiana in 1853 and moved to Michigan where she was united in marriage with Mr. Dudley Merrill in 1871.

A boy and girl were born to this happy union, the son having passed away 14 years ago.

Mrs. Merrill has always led a good Christian life and was held high (unreadable) of many friends.

Left to mourn her death are a husband, daughter, brother and many friends.

Funeral services were conducted by H. W. Ellinger Feb 20th, at the home and interment was in Mt. Pleasant, Michigan.

 

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ROSELLA LIPPERT WONCH

January 25, 1920

 

Rosella Lippert, daughter of Matthews and Betsy Lippert, was born in Hinsdale, Chattaragus county September 27, 1878 and passed away at her home in Lansing, Sunday morning, January 25, 1920.

She came with her parents to Seville Center, Gratiot County, Michigan in 1880.  Here she attended the public school and spent her girlhood days.

February 22, 1890 she was united in marriage to William A. Wonch of Shepherd, where she spent the most of her life until 1912, when she moved to Lansing, where she resided at the time of her death.

To the above union was born three sons and one daughter:  William M., Chester E., and Aurilla E, now living, their second child dying in infancy.

She leaves to mourn their loss, her husband, two sons and one daughter, two grandchildren, three brothers and three sisters and many friends.

She was a member of the M E Church of Shepherd and was a loving wife and mother and a sincere friend.

Funeral services were held at the Shepherd M E church Tuesday at 2:00 p.m.

 

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GEORGE F. HUFFMAN

December 18, 1920

 

George F. Huffman was born in Easton, Wayne County, Ohio July 8, 1835, and married Jemima Barker on March 8, 1855.  She died June 26, 1885.  They had eight children, seven of whom are still living, three sons and four daughters.  One daughter died at the age of six years.

In 1881 they moved onto a farm one mile west of Forest Hill, where they resided for about 20 years.  April 23, 1903 he was married to Mrs. Rachel Whitman of Rittman, Ohio, where they resided until her death April 6, 1917.  Since then his home has been with his oldest daughter, Mrs. L. E. Canfield, where he died on December 18, after an illness of four weeks.

He united  with the Disciples of Christ in 1860, and had kept his trust all these years.  At his death he was 85 years, three months, and 10 days old.

The funeral services were held at the home Dec. 20th.  Elder R. R. Cook of Chesaning, fulfilled the promise made to the deceased months ago, to officiate at his funeral if living.  In talking with neighbors and friends at different times, he had expressed his wishes regarding singers and other things, and the Coe Quartette, assisted by Frank Randolph of Alma, fulfilled their part.

Mr. Huffman loved the children and the children loved him, and it was such a beautiful tribute when the teachers and pupils came in a body, just before the funeral, to take a last look at Grandpa Huffman.

 

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ETTA ESTELLA CARPENTER HAMLIN

May 4, 1920

 

 

Etta Estella Carpenter was born October 11, 1878 in Oakland Co., Michigan.  She was married to Eli Hamlin,

M (rest missing) 14, 1900.  To this union was born (missing) son, Percy, age 14 and daughter Irene, age 7.

She had lived nearly all her married life in Isabella County.  She departed this life May 4, 1920 (missing) short illness.  Besides her husband, children she leaves her mother, three sisters, eight brothers and many other relatives and friends.

She was a faithful wife, loving mother and an affectionate (missing) and daughter.

At the age of 18 she united with the Methodist church at Pleasant Valley.  funeral services were conducted by Rev. W. Ellinger at the home on May 6th, and interment at the Salt River Cemetery.

 

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EZRA ARTHUR WILSON

February 28, 1920

 

Ezra Arthur Wilson, son of Arthur and Katie Wilson, was born in Lincoln township April (day/year missing)

and died at his parents home in Shepherd Feb. 28, 1920.

He leaves to mourn his departure from this life, his father, mother, two brothers, Leo and ---ert(?), who live at home and four sisters, Mrs. Lewis Loffers of Winn,   Mrs. John Townsend of St. Louis,  Mrs. (first name not readable) Mohr of Alma and Miss (first name unreadable) Wilson at home.

Funeral at the home March (date missing), the remains were laid to rest in the  **(rest of this article is missing).

 

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WESLEY HOWARD ALLEMAN

May 15, 1920

 

Wesley Howard Alleman, son of H. J. and Hattie May Alleman, was born in Coe township, Isabella County, Michigan September 5, 1896 and departed this life at the home of R. T. Cameron, Flushing, Michigan May 15, 1920 at the age of 23 years, 8 months and 10 days.

He was baptized at the Christian church at Shepherd in 1912.

He was a registered druggist and spent 2 years in the employ of Sid D. Thompson of this place and the last 4 years in the drug store of R. T. Cameron of Flushing.  He was a member of the Knights of Pythias and I. O. O. F. of Flushing.

He leaves to mourn his loss a father, mother and one brother, Rexford, besides many other relatives and a multitude of friends.

The remains were brought to this place and a private funeral held at the parental home Monday afternoon, conducted by Rev. I. W. Kimberling.  Interment was in Salt River cemetery.

 

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MRS. JULIA VROMAN

May 9, 1920

 

 

Julia E. Goldsmith was born in Sweden, Monroe County, N. Y. Sept 13, 1841 and departed this life May 9, 1920, being at the time of her death 78 years, 7 months and 26 days.  she was married to David C. Vroman July 1, 1853 in Jackson County, Michigan, moving to Isabella County Feb. 1859, he having passed away March 7, 1911.

Five children were born to them:  Flora M., William H.,  Walter L., Raymond W., and Zada A.  The last named having died in infancy.  Deceased leaves besides the children, 8 grandchildren, 15 great grandchildren, 3 sisters and 1 brother:  Mrs. Belle Mecum of Calif., Mrs. James Phillips of Jackson,  Mrs. Ancompaugh of Shepherd and Ransom Goldsmith of Grass Lake, Mich.

She was a kind loving mother and will be greatly missed by all.  She was a true believer in Christ.  Funeral services were held at the home Friday afternoon, conducted by Elder Kimberling.  Interment in the Salt River cemetery.

 

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LANDES CHILDREN

Galah & Clyde

February 12, 1920

 

Galah Eleanor, age 2 years and Clyde Charles age 14 months, the little children of Mr. and Mrs. N. C. Landes died at the family home in Bannister Thursday,  Feb. 12, 1920.  Their death being due to whooping cough and influenza, followed by pneumonia.

A short service was held privately at  the home on Saturday morning, Pastor of the M E church officiating.

The remains were taken to Shepherd and place in the vault at Salt River Cemetery.

Mrs. Landes is the daughter of (unreadable) and Mrs. C. A. Coon, former residents of Shepherd.

 

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LUCY GIESKIN

March 23, 1920

 

Lucy Gieskin was born at Ottoville, Ohio December 6, 1891 and died Tuesday, March 23, 1920.

She came to Michigan with her parents, Barney Giesken and wife in 1909 and on May 7, 1913 was united in marriage to John Lehrukuhle.

Four small children are bereft of their mothers loving care, the oldest a girl of six years and the youngest a boy of five months.  Lucinda, Clarence, Emma and Virgil.  She also leaves a husband, father, mother, three sisters and two brothers.

Funeral services were held at the Catholic church last Friday morning and the remains placed in the Catholic cemetery.

 

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WILLIAM HENRY KINTER

January 19, 1920

 

William Henry Kinter was born in Eaton County, Michigan November 21, 1842 and passed away at his home in Shepherd, Mich., Jan. 19, 1920 at 2 a.m., aged 77 years, 1 month and 29 days.

At the age of 15 he came with his parents to Isabella County where he was united in marriage to Miss Emily White on 4 July 1869, who preceded him to her reward August 20, 1916.  They lived on the farm together which they improved until about 6 years ago when they moved to Shepherd.

Mr. W. H. Kinter was a veteran of the Civil war in which he had an enviable record, having received a medal of honor. He responded to the first call and served 3 years and 8 months.  He was in the Army of the Potomac, 5th Mich. Infantry and a member of the local G. A. R. post.  He fought in 35 of the hardest battles of the Civil war.

He is survived by one niece, Mrs. W. W. Riches of Flint, Michigan and one cousin, Mrs. E. Sanderson of Shepherd, besides a very large circle of friends and acquaintances.

It is unnecessary to elaborate on Mr. Kinter's sterling qualities, as his long life among you tells all.

Funeral services were held at the Shepherd M E church Wednesday, Jan.  21 at p.m.

 

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BARBARA VAN CLEVE POW

April 12, 1920

 

 

Barbara VanCleve Pow was born in Canfield, Ohio, December 18, 1838, the daughter of Alexander and Elizabeth Templin Pow.  She was married in Salem, Ohio July 15, 1862 to Henry Baldwin.  They resided in or near Salem until 1880 when the family removed to a farm two miles north of St. Louis, Michigan.  Mr. Baldwin died in 1889, but the old home was retained until 1912 when Mrs. Baldwin came to Shephard to make her home with the youngest daughter, Mrs. Chas. E. Goodwin.  Here she died April 12, 1920, after a brief illness of four days.

She is survived by her four children:  Jessie, Arthur W., Harry a. Baldwin and Mrs. Elizabeth Goodwin.  The grandchildren are Ernest W. Baldwin of Chicago,  Mrs. Howard Lang of Greely, Cal,  and Charles and Elizabeth Baldwin of St. Louis and the great grandchildren are:  Robert and Don Arthur Baldwin of Chicago.

Two sisters,  Mrs. Elizabeth Hall of Pitts, and Mrs. John Kenyon of Hiram, Ohio also survive.

Mrs. Baldwin was a life long member of the Church of Christ, having her membership in Salem, later in St. Louis for thirty years and finally in Shepherd.  She was  a devoted wife and mother, a devoted Christian and a loyal friend, endeared to all who knew her by sincerity and unselfishness and by her gentle peaceful disposition.

The funeral was held at Mrs. Goodwin's home at ten o'clock Thursday morning, April 15th and interment was at St. Louis, where she was laid to rest beside her husband.  All of the children and grandchildren were present at the funeral excepting Mrs. Lang.  Other out of town relatives in attendance were Mr. & Mrs. W. F. Nesen and Mr. Wm. Nesen of St. Louis,  Mrs. Ella Long and Mr. & Mrs. Nelson Long of Elm Hall,  Mrs. Elva Sabine of Alma,  Mr. & Mrs. Theron Goodwin of Ithaca and Mrs. Harriet C. Pow and Mrs. John S. Kenyon of Hiram Ohio.

 

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GEORGE W. FOGLESONG

June 20, 1920

 

George W. Foglesong, son of George and Mary Foglesong was born in Seneca County, Ohio November 14 (year is missing), being 78 years 7months and 6 days old.  He died at his home in (missing) Michigan June 20th, 1920.

As a boy en was reared in the (missing) of Ohio, coming to Michigan in the year 1862.  In the year 1863 enlisted as a Private in Co. K 21st Reg., Mich. Infantry serving the remainder of the year.

He was married  January 17 (year missing) to Susannah Jordan Foglesong and together they homesteaded and worked a farm in Fremont township, Isabella County, Michigan.  There were six children:  Anna Hunt of St. Louis,  Brice of Buffalo, NY,  Nettle Reed of Wiggins, Mass  (next name is not readable) of Isabella co., Mich., Henry N and Simon Peter.  Simon died in infancy.  His wife died in Oct (year missing)

Oct. 28, 1897 he married Mary Lamb, who still survives him.  Besides his wife and children he has two step-daughters, three sisters and two brothers and a host of friends to mourn his loss.

He was a firm believer in Christ.  His remains were brought to his home in Isabella County for burial.  Funeral services at 10:30 o'clock Wednesday, June 16, Rev. Winn officiating.

 

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SECOND STROKE PROVES FATAL

John Warner Does Not Recover Consciousness After Stroke

Had Passed 56th Birthday On April 8 Last

Came To This County When Small Child - Mrs. Warner Dead 3 Years

July 22, 1920

 

John Warner passed away Saturday evening about 9 o'clock as the result of a second stroke of paralysis at his home on Wednesday evening.  He never recovered consciousness after being stricken.  Several weeks ago he had his first stroke but seemed to be recovering slowly from that.  However, He seemed to sense this last one approaching as he had remarked during the week to several that he thought a second stroke was imminent and not far off.  This apprehension was thought however, to be due to his depressed condition.

John Warner was born in Wood County, Ohio April 8, 1864, having just passed his 56th birthday.  He was but an infant when his parents with their family moved to Ithaca, where they lived three years coming then to Mt. Pleasant in the winter of 1868-1869.  Mr. Warner, Sr., was a carpenter and the family first lived just this side of the Bennett house that now is one of the few buildings in this city at that time.

Here Mr. Warner has always lived excepting during times spent in the west and other places prospecting.

He had been married over 25 years, Mrs. Warner dying three years ago this fall.  For a number of years they have occupied the home on the corner of Normal and Chippewa.  Mr. Warner has been supervisor of the 3rd ward for many years, has held the position of street commissioner, alderman and other position of trust.  He was  always a staunch democrat.

He is survived by his son, Ransom and daughter Ione, to whom the sympathy of the community goes out.  Two brothers and one sister and a number of nephews and nieces survive the deceased.  The brothers are Lorenzo and Delos Warner and the sister is Mrs. Ratliff.

Funeral services were held at the home on Tuesday afternoon, Rev. Joseph H. Green officiating.  several relatives from Saginaw were present at the funeral.  It is just a few months since the death of Charles Warner, the oldest brother of Saginaw, occurred.

Ever since Mr. Warner was first taken ill his friends have been apprehensive that it was but the beginning of the end.  Probably no one in Mt. Pleasant had stauncher friends than John Warner and he was always faithful to that friendship.  He like his friends and his friends liked him.  He was devoted to his family and was beloved by them.

 

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NETTIE B. HUTCHINSON

Dec. 11, 1920

 

Nettie B. Hutchinson, daughter of Orlando and Isabella Hutchinson was born at Shepherd, Michigan December 22, 1885 and died at her home 306 Princeton Ave., Lansing, Michigan December 11, 1920.

She was united in marriage with John Blanken June 12, 1912.

She was a member of Central M. E. Church at Lansing.

She leaves to mourn their loss her husband, mother and three brothers,  Lewis of Deerborn,  Floyd of El Paso, Texas,  Orlando of Shepherd.  Also two little nieces,  Frances Annabelle and Betty Louise, besides a host of other relatives and friends.  The remains were brought to Shepherd for burial.

 

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MARY S. BOHANNON

May 16, 1920

 

Mary S. Bohannon was born November 26, 1854 at Grand Isle County, Vermont and passed away May 16, 1920 at her home in Midland Co., aged 65 years, 4 months and 16 days.  She came with her parents to Midland County, Michigan in 1875.  she was united in marriage to John Anthony July 3, 1880.  To this union 3 children were born:  Mrs. Mable Pearl having passed away December 21, 1918.

She moved onto the farm where she passed away in 1883 when the country was a vast wilderness and passed through all the experiences and hardships of pioneer life.

Mrs. Anthony leaves to mourn her departure her husband, one daughter, Miss Myrtle Anthony, and one son,  Mr. Claude Anthony.  beside the immediate family there is one brother, Mr. Reid Bohannon of Midland Co., and a sister, Mrs. Lucy Gibbs of St. Louis, Mich., also five grand children and a host of friends, young and new.

Mrs. Anthony was a pioneer in this county.  Early in life she united with the M. E. church at Vermontville.  She was a splendid Christian character and will be missed at home and in the neighborhood.

She was a charter member of the Lady Maccabees of Pleasant Valley.

Funeral services were conducted at the home in Midland County, May 18, 1920, Rev. H. W. Ellinger officiating.  Interment was in the Shepherd cemetery.

 

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REMAINS OF HARRY F. DOLE LAID TO REST

SATURDAY AFTERNOON

Friends Pay Last Tribute to Deceased - Floral Offerings Were Many

October 14, 1920

 

The funeral of the late Harry F. Dole was held from the W. F. Nesen residence on S. Main Street, Saturday, October 9, at 10 a.m., conducted by Rev. J. G. Wilson.  Interment in Oak Grove was not made until 1:30 p.m. owing to the delay (caused by a railroad accident) of friends and associates of the deceased, who were on their way here from Berwyn to attend the funeral, and were unable to reach the city until a late hour.

The floral offerings were magnificent as was as numerous.  Eight large boxes of exquisite pieces were brought with the part arriving too late for the funeral services, but before the burial, and were tokens of the esteem of the many friends from Mr. Dole's boyhood home.

Harry F. Dole was born in Chicago, Ill., December 17, 1893.  When he was still an infant his parents moved to Kansas City where they resided for about six years when they returned to Illinois, and settled in Berwyn, where they still reside.

At the age of 10 or 12 Harry became a Christian, and united with the Berwyn Baptist church, where he has since been a faithful member.  One of the outstanding characteristics of his life was faithfulness and thoughtfulness of others.

During the dark days of the world war he was among the first to volunteer for service in the Navy, but he carefully refrained from informing his parents of the fact until the call for active service came.  This fact shows his thoughtfulness for his parents.  He served two years, nine months across the Atlantic, and received his discharge at the close of the war.  His life was unsullied by his associations in the Navy, and he came back to his home as clean as he was when he left it.

On the twentieth day of August, 1919, he was united in marriage to Miss Rebecca Nesen of this place and after a short visit with the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Nesen, and other friends and a week at Crystal, the happy young people returned to Berwyn, Ill., where they made their home until about a month ago when they returned to St. Louis and where Harry had just entered the automobile business with Mr. Nesen.  Life's prospects appeared bright and promising until the sad accident of last Wednesday ended all his earthly plans.  Death came immediately after the accident which occurred about 3 p.m.  Telegrams were sent at one to Mr. and Mrs. Dole and Mr. Nesen.

This is the short history of a promising life.  He had lived only 26 years, 9 months and 19 days.  He leaves to mourn their loss his wife, father, mother, two sisters (Cara and Lila) and many other relatives and friends.  He was always cheerful and will be missed by his rapidly growing circle of friends.

What a consolation is the Christian's assurance and hope at such times as these.  Happy are all whose hope in God and the Lord Jesus Christ.

 

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DEATH OF MRS. FRANK AYRIS

April 1, 1920

 

Sarah B. Landon was born in Chippewa township, this county, August 31, 1874 and departed this life Thursday morning April 1, after a few weeks of suffering.  She was united in marriage in 1900 to Frank Ayris and to this union were born six children, who are left with the husband, five brothers and a host of friends to mourn their loss.

Funeral services were held from the home Saturday afternoon, Rev. L. L. Hanthorne being the minister in charge.

 

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ELIZABETH HOGE

January 16, 1920

 

Elizabeth Hoge was born July 28, 1841 in Green County, PA., and departed this life January 16, 1920 at the age of nearly 79 years.

She was baptized by Elder Swinney when about 16 years of age and continued the faith until her death, covering a period of about 63 years.

She was married in June 1859 to Archibald Leonard.  They moved to Michigan in 1865, arriving the 4th of March and have lived in this vicinity ever since.

To this union were born 10 children, three dying in infancy:  Morgan and Ezekiel of Coe., Mrs. Maude Beard of Black Duck, Minn., Mrs. Elizabeth Johnson of Shepherd,  Mrs. Lillian Randolph of St. Louis,  William of Geson, besides 18 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren.  One daughter, Villoda and her husband proceeded her,  Villoda 20 years go and her husband nine years ago.

She was a kind and devoted wife and mother.

Besides the near relatives she leaves a large number of friends to mourn their loss.

The funeral service was held at her home church in Coe Village Sunday afternoon, conducted by Elder Kimberling and the remains laid in the family lot at Coe Cemetery.

 

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ANDREW HOUGHNER

(only date is 1920 and most of this article is unreadable - will give what I can read)

 

Andrew Houghner was born in (unreadable), Canada, March 12, 1852.  In 1871 he came to Michigan, locating in Lapeer county.  In 1876 he married to Sarah (unreadable - looks like O'Ney?)  In 1880 the family located on a farm in Coe township, this county, where he resided for many years.  The deceased is survived by the widow,  Mrs. S. H. Bougheen(?) and his daughters Flor?? M. Houghner of Yakima, Wash., Nellie B (unreadable, but looks like Orr) of Kalamazoo...(the rest of this article is completely unreadable)

 

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MRS. GERTRUDE WALKER

Dec. 8, 1920

(almost all of this article is unreadable)

 

Born Feb. 13, 18 (unreadable) and passed from this life, Wednesday morning, Dec. 8, 1920 at the home of her parents in this village.

She was united in marriage to Vern Walker, Dec. 24 (unreadable), to this union was born one child...(that is all I can read of this article)  (there is another clipping below listing out of town friends and relatives who attended her funeral, which I can read - as follows:

 

The out of town friends and relatives who attended the funeral of Gertrude Walker were:  Manvill H. Clark and wife of Detroit;  Wm. Duna of Detroit,  Dr. Hudson, wife and son Lowell,  Mrs. Crosby and Thorn Johnson and wife of Merrill,  Mrs. H. Oratz of Clare,  Earl Niece of Detroit,  Mrs. M. E. Walker of Howell, and Jim Campbell and wife of Alma.

 

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MR. HOCKING

May 16, 1920

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missing - passed away (missing) evening, May 16, 1920 at the Homeopathy hospital, Ann Arbor.  He was born in Clifton, Keweenaw Co., Michigan Nov. 12, 1876, being 43 years, 6 months and 4 days of age.

His childhood days were spent around mining locations in the upper peninsula.

When about 12 years of age his parents moved to Hurley, Wisc., where he made his home until he enlisted and served with the Michigan Volunteers in the Spanish American war.  He also served in the Philippine war and Nov. 1, 1902 he enlisted in the 93rd Co. coast Artillery Corps, United States Army, serving three enlistments at Fort Stevens, Oregon.

Sept. 15, 1911 he united in marriage to Ida M. Johnson at Astoria, Oregon.  Nov. 16, 1911 he was honorably discharged from the service and the following January them came for a visit to Mrs. Hocking's former home at this place.

Feb. 10, 1912 he enlisted at Columbus Barracks, Ohio, for Fort Barrancas, Florida, where he served 3 years in the 20th Co. Coast Artillery Corps.

Being honorably discharged from the service Feb. 9, 1915, Mr. Hocking and wife returned to Michigan and have since been living on a farm 5 miles southwest of Shepherd.

For the past two years he has at times suffered terribly with gall stones.  Tuesday morning, May 4th his condition was so serious that he was taken to the hospital at Ann Arbor, where the following Tuesday afternoon, May 11th he underwent an operation.  The gall bladder was found to be packed with gall stones and several more were found deeply embedded in the liver.

Mrs. Hocking was with him night and day and every attention was given him.

While at first his recovery seemed doubtful, later there was some encouragement felt as to his condition.  However, Sunday afternoon peritonitis set in and although the doctor and nurses did everything in their power to save him, the excruciating pain he suffered was more than he could bear.

At 11:45 o'clock Sunday evening he passed into the great beyond.

The wife who is left to grieve has the great consolation of the memory of a perfectly happy life with her beloved husband.

Mr. Hocking was liked by everybody for his manly ways and his cheerful disposition.  Close friends, relatives and children especially loved him for his kindness and consideration.  He will be deeply mourned by the loved ones who are left behind.

Funeral services were held at the home of Mrs. Hocking's parents and his body laid to rest in a pleasant place in Salt River cemetery.

 

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ROY SPINK FUNERAL

Body Returned From France, Buried At Tiffin, Ohio

Sept 23, 1920

 

The body of Roy Spink, the only Shepherd boy to sacrifice his life in the World War and after whom the local American Legion post was named, has been returned to the United States and funeral services and burial was held Tuesday at his old home in Tiffin, Ohio.

A peculiar incident was the fact that the same Chaplin who officiated at the (unreadable) of Roy over seas, presided at his funeral services in Tiffin, Ohio.

 

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DIES OF INFLUENZA

ETTA DUNN

Feb 5, 1920

 

Word was received her yesterday morning of the death of Etta Dunn, who died at Detroit Tuesday evening of influenza.

She was at the home of Dr. Rich caring for Mrs. Rich when stricken with the fatal malady.

The remains were taken to her home at Port Huron where (the rest of this article is missing)

 

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DEATH OF ISAAC N. SHEPHERD

March 31, 1920

 

Robert and Ann Shepherd, natives of Rochdale, Lancashier, England, came to this country in 1831, and settled in New England at Branes, Vermont, where on Dec. 31, 1840 a son, Isaac N. Shepherd was born.

He came with his parents to Lenawee County, Michigan, at the age of 13 years.

In January, 1854 they came to Isabella county, where he has since resided.

On January 8, 1864 he was married to Catherine A. Neely, who passed from this life May 13, 1909.  To this union there were born 5 children:  John L and Franklin Shepherd who have passed on before him;  Mrs. Jennie L. Sayer and Mrs. Anna R. Schweler of Detroit, and W. I. N. Shepherd of this place.  He had ten grandchildren and ten great grandchildren.

He was married the second time to Leila B. Faunce March 10, 1910.

He died at his home in Shepherd, March 31, 1920, at the age of 79 years and 3 months.

In earlier days he was a member of the Baptist church, but about six years ago he united with the Church of Christ of this place.

 

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MRS. STAHLMAN

January 9, 1920

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(missing) County, Ohio July 23, 1843 and departed this live January 9, 1920 at her home in Shepherd, Michigan, aged 76 years, 5 months and 17 days.

She moved with her parents from Stark County, Ohio to Indiana.  She came to Michigan about 46 years ago.

She was united in marriage to Mr. Isaac Stahlman on March 1, 1879.  To this union were born two children,  Mrs. Lula Law of Columbiaville, Mich., and Milton Stahlman of Shepherd.  The husband and father died about 18 years ago.  Mrs. Stahlman has lived on the present farm for about 45 years.

She is survived by her two children, four step-children:  Orison Stahlman of Arkansas,  Mrs. Ella Googe of Washington,  John Stahlman of Collins, NY., and Mrs. May Walters of Shepherd, Michigan,  one sister, Mrs. Mary Roger and one brother, Reuben Sawvel of Indiana,  12 grandchildren and a large circle of friends and acquaintances.

Funeral services were held Monday, January 12, 1920 at the home and interment was at Shepherd cemetery.

 

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ELIZABETH ANN LAYCOX

July 19, 1920

 

Elizabeth Ann Laycox was born July 24, 1851 in Marrow County, Ohio, the daughter of Joseph Laycox and the youngest of a family of thirteen children.

She was united in marriage to Frances L. Struble on March 17, 1877 at New Boston, Wayne Co., Michigan where they lived for two and one-half years.  One son, William Joseph, was born to this union November 8, 1874 and died at the age of four months and eight days.

In 1879 Mr. and Mrs. Struble moved to Isabella County where they lived for over twenty years.  It was while living here that Mr. Struble's sister died leaving a little boy, Roy C. Patrick, which they adopted when he was but two years of age.  About 1900 they moved to Grand Rapids and later to Chicago, Ill where they have lived most of the time since.

Mrs. Struble was converted and united with the Methodist church when only twelve years of age and devoted her life to religious work.  She was always cheerful and ready to help others bear their burdens.  Their home life was happy and she will be greatly missed.  She had been in poor health for some time but was confined to her bed only about three weeks.

The husband, of this place, and the son, Roy C. Struble of Chicago and one brother, R. G. Laycox of Mt. Gilead, Ohio survive and mourn her loss.

Funeral services at Shepherd, July 21, 1920 and interment at the Chippewa cemetery.

 

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CHARLES A. VREDENBURG

June 21, 1920

 

Charles A. Vredenburg was born in Jefferson county, Penn., January 21, 1844 and departed this life June 21, 1920, at the Michigan Soldiers Home in Grand Rapids, Michigan.

He served nearly four years in the Civil war and in 1866 was united in marriage to Miss Mary Phillips.  To this union four children were born:  Nettie, Carrie, Nellie and Fannie - Carrie dying in infancy.

The deceased has been a member of the Masonic lodge of Shepherd for 30 years.  He entered the Michigan Soldiers home in 1910 and made that his home until he was called to the great beyond.

He was generous to a fault.  Always thought "It was more blessed to give than to receive."  His aim through life was "To do unto others as he wished to be done by."

He leaves his widow, three daughters:  Mrs. F. C. DuBois of Shepherd,  Mrs. C. G. Bennett of Jennings, and Mrs. N. O. Bissell of Owosso and 13 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren and many friends to mourn his loss.

He was laid to rest with military services in the cemetery at the Michigan Soldier's Home in Grand Rapids.

 

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ERNEST JOHNSON

June 15, 1920

 

Ernest Johnson, son of Mr. and Mrs. Dwight Johnson, was born in Chippewa township, January 20, 1877 where he lived until nine years ago, moving with his parents to Union township and later to Coldwater where he lived until his last illness.

He was united in marriage April 12, 1919 to Lydia St. John.  To this union was born a son, Cethal Thayer.

Last winter he was taken with influenza which left him in a weakened condition from which he never recovered.  About ten weeks ago he came to Mt. Pleasant to stay with his parents where he could have better medical attention.  He was soon after taken to his bed where he patiently suffered intense pain and in spite of every available attention, steadily grew weaker.  He passed away June 15, at the age of 23 years, 4 months and 26 days.

He leaves to mourn their loss a wife and son, mother, father, five sisters and five brothers, besides a host of other relatives and friends.

Funeral services were held at the late home on Pine St., Thursday forenoon at 9:30, conducted by Rev. Minot of the Baptist church.  Interment in Riverside cemetery.

 

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