These are typed from photographed copies of many obituaries and death notices that I have in my collection. For many of them there is no indication of what newspaper they came from nor is a year indicated for some of them. Photo copies are sometimes hard to read or are damaged. Also, some of the obits and death notices may not be complete. I will be spending time searching out the complete documents and their location, as well as continuing to search for more obituaries and death notices to add here. I always strive for correctness.
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EMANUEL KAHN DIES TODAY AT AGE OF 91
Funeral Services To Be Held Sunday in Columbia
Emanuel Kahn, 91, died this morning about 7:30 o’clock at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Felix Rothschild, 406 East Jefferson Street, after an illness of a few weeks. Until recently he had been unusually active for one of his years.
Funeral services will be held at Columbia, Mo., Sunday afternoon at two o’clock conducted by Rabbi Kaplin, of Quincy. Interment will be in Columbia.
Mr. Kahn was born in Ossen, Germany, December 1, 1852, and came to America when he was 19 years old. He was married to Miss Fannie Arnold, of Reading, Penn., at Columbia, Missouri. Four children were born to them, Arthur A. Kahn, of Atlantic, N. J. Harry E. Kahn, of Van Nuys, Calif.; Mrs. Felix Rothschild, of Kirksville and Sidney Kahn, who died in 1921. Mrs. Kahn died in 1903. He was married in 1905 to Ida Weinreb, who survives him.
He is survived by his wife, his two sons, Arthur A. and Harry E. Kahn, his daughter, Mrs. Felix Rothschild, four grandchildren, and 4 great-grandchildren.
Mr. Kahn was engaged in business in Kirksville for several years before moving to Gary, Indiana, prior to 1910. He returned to Kirksville after 1910 and was engaged for a time in the drug business, later being in the furniture business for several years. He retired about fifteen years ago.
The body will lie in state at the Summers & Powell Funeral Home until Sunday morning.
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AUGUSTUS B. KAISER, 86, DIES AT GREEN CITY
Bedfast Past 3 Weeks; Funeral Tomorrow at Asbury Church
Special to the Daily Express.
Green City, Mo., July 11.—Augustus Kaiser, 86, died at his home in Green City last night about 11 o’clock. He had been in failing health for two years and bedfast the past three weeks.
Mr. Kaiser was born in West Virginia, but came to Missouri many years ago.
He leaves his aged widow, one daughter, Mrs. Tessie Amburgy, who lives in West Virginia, one son, A. B. Kaiser, of Green City, seven grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held at Asbury Church seven miles southwest of Harris, at 10 o’clock Wednesday morning. Burial will be in the Asbury Cemetery.
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Funeral Held For William H. Kaiser
Funeral services and burial for William H. Kaiser were held at Pleasant Ridge Saturday afternoon at 2 o’clock.
Mr. Kaiser was born in Iowa in the year 1855, the son of John and Louise Kaiser and died October 3, at the age of 85.
On September 10, 1885, he married Jessie A. Starbuck. To them six children were born, namely, Lester L., Greensburg; Grace E. Wagner, Kahoka; William Roscoe, Mesa, Ariz.; Roxie Walker, Memphis, Mo.; Pearl E., at home; and Paul Selkirk, New York. A sister, Rosa Mackey of Keokuk, Iowa, with the children survive.
Mr. Kaiser had made his home in the Pleasant Ridge vicinity for 65 years, moving to Greensburg about a year ago. October 15, 1905, he united with the church.
He leaves his wife, 6 children, 18 grand children and 8 great grandchildren.
Those attending the funeral from a distance were, Mr. and Mrs. Everett, Clarence and John Kaiser from near Des Moines, Ia.; Mr. and Mrs. Hugh Dye, Iowa, and Frederic Looman, Kirksville.
The sermon was by Rev. Charley Moore of Greensburg, music by the Pleasant Ridge choir with one special song by a Miss Stone and a Miss Yates of Greensburg.
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Mrs. Eva Kaltenbach Passed Away Monday
Mrs. Eva Kaltenbach passed away Monday afternoon at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Archie Coy at Pure Air. Her death was attributed to paralysis. She suffered the fatal stroke at her home at Pierce City Sunday evening, April 24, and was taken to the home of Mr. and Mrs. Coy the next day.
Mrs. Kaltenbach was born in Rushville, Ill., August 2, 1868, the daughter of R. C. and Mary Huffman McMasters.
In 1884 she was married to A. J. Broyles in this county. To them five children were born. A son, Ray, died two years ago. The surviving children are: Mrs. Archie Coy, Pure Air; Arthur Broyles, Des Moines, Iowa; Mrs. Stacy Walton, Alberta, Canada, and Jess Broyles, Pierce City, Mo.
Other surviving relatives are two sisters and three brothers; Mrs. Will Cory, who lives here; Mrs. Nellie Yowell, Nind; John, Walter and Arthur McMaster, Des Moines, Iowa, several grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.
Mrs. Kaltenbach was a member of the Baptist church.
Funeral services were held at the Coy home Thursday afternoon at 1:00 o’clock, conducted by the Rev. Ralph M. G. Smith, pastor of the First Baptist Church of Kirksville. Interment was at the Campbell Cemetery.
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Orin Kanan’s Mother Dies at Cameron
Mrs. N. G. Kanan, 70, mother of Orin H. Kanan, of 912 E. Normal, died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Floyd Kinne, in Cameron, at five o’clock Saturday morning. She had been in failing health the past year and bedfast the past six months.
Her husband died a number of years ago.
She is survived by a daughter, Mrs. Floyd (Madge) Kinne, of Cameron; two sons, Orin H., of Kirksville, and Maurice, of Kansas City. She had lived in and near Cameron all her life. She was a member of the Methodist Church.
Funeral services and interment will be in Cameron Monday afternoon.
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Abbie Kapfer Funeral Held At Greensburg
Abbie Rice Kapfer of near Greensburg, was born January 25, 1888, in Mason County, Illinois, and passed away at the Davis County Hospital, Tuesday morning, October 28, 1969, at the age of 81 years nine months, and three days.
She was one of ten children of George Weber and Mary Elizabeth Rice and came with her parents to the Greensburg community in 1903.
She was married in her parents’ home February 13th, 1908, to Herbert E. Kapfer. Their entire married life they lived in the Greensburg community.
She is survived by her husband and five children, Ruth Kapfer of the home, Velma, Mrs. Stanley Adams of Arbela, Marvin of Milton, Iowa, and Max and Earl of Greensburg, son-in-law, Stanley Adams, daughters-in-law, Aves, Lorraine and Roberta; twelve grandchildren and three great-grandchildren; three brothers, Hallie Rice of Independence, Mo., and Dale and Roy of Memphis; four sisters, Mabel Carroll of Greeley, Colo., Ethel Gardine of Memphis, Mary Foley of Overland, Mo., and Pearl Hackamack of Belleville, Ill., and a number of nieces and nephews.
Preceding her in death are her father, August 13, 1940, mother, August 29, 1952, Charlie this past June, and Alvin when a lad.
She accepted Christ as her Savior in girlhood, becoming a member of the Greensburg Baptist Church where she was faithful in attendance until prevented by illness.
Funeral services were at the Greensburg Baptist Church, Thursday afternoon, at two o’clock and burial in the Greensburg Cemetery. The officiating minister was her pastor, Carl Martin, of Kahoka. Pall bearers were her grandsons, Tom, David, Stephen, Carl, and Daniel Kapfer, and Rickey Martin.
She was devoted to her home and family.
Abbie (Rice) Kapfer Memphis, Missouri, Memphis Democrat, 6 Nov 1969, p. 6, col. 3
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Adelia Kapfer Dies In Davis County Hospital Wednesday
Mrs. Adelia Kapfer, 96, lifelong resident of Scotland county, died at 2:00 a.m. Wednesday morning, February 19, at the Davis county hospital in Bloomfield, which she entered Tuesday at about 7:00 o’clock.
Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 23, at the Christian church in Gorin, with Rev. Ramsey officiating. Burial will be in the Gorin cemetery.
Born in Scotland county, in the McAdow neighborhood, on Nov. 22, 1861, she was the daughter of David and Serepta Goldsberry McDowell. She was married to Christian F. Kapfer on March 8, 1883. He died Dec. 31, 1941.
Following his death she made her home with her daughter, the late Mrs. Laura Hohstadt, in Memphis. For the past several weeks she has been living with a son, Irvin Kapfer, near Baring.
Surviving are five sons, Herbert, Irvin and Dr. Nelson, all of Baring, Charlie of Gorin, and Homer of Memphis; one daughter, Mrs. Ada Guy of Gorin. 14 Grandchildren 30 great grandchildren. She was the last of 11 children. She was also preceded in death by the daughter, Laura and one son in infancy.
The body will be taken to the home of Mr. and Mrs. Charlie Kapfer in Gorin, today.
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Mrs. Stanley Adams and daughters of Arbela; Mr. and Mrs. Max Kapfer and family and Mr. and Earl Kapfer and family of Baring, and Miss Ruth of the home.
Adelia Kapfer, Memphis, Missouri, Memphis Reveille, 20 Feb 1958, p. 1, col. 5
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Obituary
Barbara Margaret Kapfer (nee Smith) was born in Germany on March 25, 1822, and died at her home three miles northeast of Gorin on October 16, 1911, aged 79 years, 6 months and 22 days.
Deceased came with her parents to America in 1868 and moved to a farm near Etna. On September 29, 1857, she was united in marriage to Lewis Kapfer. To this union seven children were born, two sons and five daughters. Three children died in infancy. Those surviving are Chris Kapfer nd [sic] Mrs. Louis Kraus of Gorin, Mrs. Wm. Kimmer of Wyaconda and H. J. Kapfer of Levant, Kansas.
In the loss of wife and mother Mr. Kapfer and children have the sympathy of the entire community.
Funeral services were held at the Baptist Church in Gorin conducted by Revs. Kasiske of Warsaw, Illinois, and Noltensmeyer of Etna.
Barbara Margaret (Smith) Kapfer, Memphis, Missouri, Memphis Reveille, 2 Nov 1911, p. 1, col. 7
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Chas. D. Kapfer Died November 5 At Keokuk, Iowa
Charlie D. Kapfer was born Oct. 4, 1891, in Scotland County, Mo., the son of Christian F. and Adelia McDowell Kapfer, and passed away Nov 5, 1958, at the St. Joseph Hospital in Keokuk, Iowa.
He was united in marriage to Lora Mae Paxton Dec. 15, 1920. To this union one son was born. He has lived almost his entire life in Scotland County except during his service in World War I, and two years in Kansas in the service of the Sinclair Refining Co.
He was a member of the Gorin Methodist Church, the Veterans of Foreign Wars and the Masonic Order.
He leaves to mourn his passing his wife, one son, Charles Paxton Kapfer, daughter-in-law, Lula Dema and two granddaughters, Tonya Charlene and Marena Loray of Gorin. Four brothers, Herbert, Irvin and Nelson of Greensburg, Homer of Memphis, and one sister, Mrs. Ada Guy of Chandler, Arizona, nephews, nieces and a host of friends.
His father, mother and one sister, Mrs. Lora Hohstadt preceded him in death.
Funeral services were conducted from the Gorin Methodist Church by Rev. W. E. Longstreth of Columbia, Mo., assisted by Rev. Lowell Schorey of the local church. Interment was in the Memphis Cemetery.
Music was furnished by Mrs. Margaret Davis of Kahoka, and Mrs. Harold Hustead, Mrs. Madelyn Ewing and Mrs. Mary Helen Eberling, accompanied by Rev. Schorey at the organ.
Body bearers were nephews, Marvin, Max, Earl and Dee Verne Kapfer, Homer and Dorsey Guy and Willard Mohr.
Charles D. Kapfer, Memphis, Missouri, Memphis Reveille, 13 Nov 1958, p. 1, col. 2
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SERVICES HELD AT GORIN CHURCH FOR C. F. KAPFER
Funeral services were held in the Gorin Christian church, January 2, at 11 a.m. conducted by the Rev. W. E. Longstreth. Music was furnished by Mr. G. V. Baskett, Mrs. Henry Meyer, and Mrs. W. E. Shannon with Mrs. C. T. Frazee at the piano and flower girls were Dorothy and Evelyn Guy, Velma Adams, Claudine Mohr, and Avis Kapfer.
The body bearers were Dorsey Guy, Homer Guy, Marvin Kapfer, Charles Kapfer, Stanley Adams and Willard Mohr.
Chris F. Kapfer, son of Louis and Barbara Kapfer was born in Creglington, Germany, on the 27th day of June, 1858 and departed this life at his home in Gorin, the 31st day of December, 1941, at the age of 83 years, six months and four days. Incidentally there was only a difference of two days in his and his father’s age at the time of their deaths.
The deceased came with his parents to the United Staes [sic] when he was ten years old and they settled at Etna in Scotland county. He was a progressive farmer and stock raiser, and an industrious, honorable and upright citizen and deserving much credit for the success he made in life, and the good family of children that he reared.
On the 18th of March 1883 he was married to Adelia McDowell, and to this union eight children were born, one child dying in infancy. The surviving children are Lora, Herbert, Irvin, Charles, Ada, Homer, and Nelson.
There remains to mourn his death his faithful wife and companion; the following named children: Mrs. Lora Hohstadt of Memphis; Herbert Kapfer of Baring; Irvin Kapfer of Marshalltown, Ia.: Charles Kapfer of Gorin; Mrs. Ada Guy of Gorin; Homer Kapfer of Arbela and Nelson Kapfer of Kirkwood; two sisters, Mrs. Pauline Kraus of Gorin and Mrs. Amelia Kemmer of Wyaconda; one brother Henry Kapfer of Lawrence, Kansas; fourteen grandchildren and two great grandchildren, other relatives and a large number of friends.
Mr. Kapfer joined the church in early youth and remained faithful to its teachings. At the time of his death he was a member of the Gorin Christian church.
With the exception of three of his grandchildren, Beulah Bell Howe, who resides in LasCruces, N.M.; Dee Verne Kapfer, who is in the military service of the United States located at Tacoma, Washington and Sandra Kapfer of Kirkwood all were present.
In the death of Mr. Kapfer this community loses another one of its pioneer citizens, one who has helped build and make our community what it is. The entire community as well as his good family has sustained a great loss.
Chris F. Kapfer, Memphis, Missouri, Memphis Reveille, 8 Jan 1942, p. 1, col. 3
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OBITUARY
Christ Kapfer, son of Christian and Margaret Kapfer, was born in Greglinger, Germany, Sept. 4th, 1861, and departed this life Nov. 26th, 1928, at his home in Etna, Mo., at the age of 67 years, 2 months and 22 days. When but four years old, he was stricken with scarlet fever which caused him to lose his hearing and the only way to have him understand was by signs and jestures [sic].
When he was seven years old the family migrated to America locating in Etna where his entire life was spent.
He never was privileged to enjoy the privileges of an institution for such who were afflicted as he was. Being blessed with good Christian parents, they took particular pains to impart to him the best knowledge under circumstances, not forgetting to impart to him bible knowledge, establishing within him a firm belief in God and the right way of living. Unable to hear, nevertheless he was often found in God’s house with God’s worshipping people, not forgetting to contribute of his substance for the promotion and advancement of the greatest and grandest kingdom on earth.
He possessed an appreciative nature, never forgetting any kindness shown him in any way.
He was a lover of sports and games.
Because of his affliction, his parents, with the permission of the two daughters, made ample provision for his natural wants, turning over the farm, with all its equipment, to him.
His two brothers, Lewis and George, his sister, Rosina, contracted diphtheria and within five weeks were claimed by death.
His falling asleep leaves his two sisters, Mrs. Minnie Frazey, of Wyaconda, Mrs. Tillie Kasiske, Monito, Ill., two nephews, Hollis E. Frazey, Hendersonville, N. C., William H. Frazey, Wyaconda, Gertrude Frazey Wyaconda, Florence Kasiske, Monito, Ill., besides many other relatives and friends to mourn his departure.
When our days shall know their number,
And in death he sweetly slumbers,
When the king commands the spirit to be free;
Never more with anguish laden,
He has reached that lovely aiden,
When they ring the golden bells for him.
Don’t you hear the bells now ringing?
Don’t you hear the angels singing?
Tis the gloriy [sic] hallelujah jubilee.
In that far off sweet forever,
Just beyond the shining river,
When they ring the golden bells for you and me.
Funeral services were conducted on Wednesday afternoon, at 2 o’clock, in the Etna Methodist church, where appropriate services were rendered. Rev. H. Kasiske read the scripture and led in prayer.
Mr. Witt read the obituary and made fitting remarks in regard to Bro. Kapfer’s life. The Etna choir sang a number of songs. The words of the text were from James 4:14— “For What Is Life.”
Christ Kapfer, Memphis, Missouri, Memphis Reveille, 6 Dec 1928, p. 3, col. 1
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Obituary.
Christian A. Kapfer was born at Creglingen, Wuertemberg, Germany, Sept. 25, 1834.
He grew up in his home town, learned a trade, met his military obligations and on October 23, 1860, united in marriage with Margareta Schmidt. To this union seven children were born—four of whom died while still young.
In September 1868, Mr. Kapfer, with his family came to America and settled on what has been for forty years their home place.
Immediately after settling here he united with the German Methodist Church and was a faithful member ever since. Along this line Mr. Kapfer exerted a great influence, which was highly appreciated by the congregation. The church elected him trustee, steward, Sunday-school superintendent and exhorter. For twenty-four years the church annually approved his character and renewed the license for the latter.
Mr. Kapfer’s [sic] grew up religiously under favorable circumstances. His parents belonged to the German Pietists and under their influence he came to a saving knowledge of Jesus Christ when a ten year old lad. This inner life was nurtured by public and private devotion. Its result was a well-balanced and a consecrated Christian charater [sic]. He always gave according to his substance for the Lord’s cause.
Mr. Kapfer’s health began to fail about two years age, when on the 17th of January 1906, his life companion preceded him into the rest of the saints. Since then he made his home mostly with his youngest daughter, Mrs. Tillie Kasiske, of Warsaw, Ill., where he died April 25.
He is survived by two daughters, Mrs. F. W. Frazey of Etna, Mrs. Rev. Kasiske of Warsaw and one son, Christian Kapfer of Etna, two sons-in-law, two grandchildren; three brothers, two sisters and a host of relatives who rise and call him blessed.
Christian A. Kapfer, Memphis, Missouri, Memphis Reveille, 7 May 1908, p. 2, col. 5
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Daniel Kapfer Services Held At Greensburg
Daniel Lee Kapfer, beloved son of Max and Lorraine Kapfer passed away May 31, 1971 at the age of 17 years 11 months and 7 days. He was born June 24, 1953 at Kirksville, Missouri. He leaves to mourn his passing his father and mother, three brothers, Stephen Ray, Mark Aaron, and Joel Max, one sister Naomi Gayle; all of the Greensburg community. Two grandfathers, Herbert E. Kapfer, Greensburg, Mo. And Charles Humel Donaldson, Scottsdale, Arizona. Also one step-grandmother, Mrs. Helen Donaldson of Scottsdale, Arizona. One great grandmother, Mrs. Pearle Donaldson Baring, Mo. One double cousin Earl [Carl] Edward Kapfer, Greensburg. He has several great uncles and aunts and many aunts and uncles and cousins and a host of friends who will sadly miss him.
Preceding him in death were two grandmothers, Mrs. Hazel Ludwick Donaldson and Mrs. Abbie Rice Kapfer and one aunt Mrs. Roberta Donaldson Kapfer.
Daniel accepted Jesus Christ as his personal savior at the age of 9. He was a member of the Greensburg Baptist Church.
He attended school at Scotland County R-1 and would have been a senior this fall. Daniel was loved by all who knew him and will be greatly missed.
Services were held at the Greensburg Baptist Church, Greensburg on Wednesday, June 2, 1971 at 2:00 p.m. Rev. Carl Martin officiating.
Body bearers were: Dale Bowen, Carl Kapfer, Mike Bradley, Dicky Bowen, Donald Kirkpatrick, Ronnie Kraus.
Interment is in the Greensburg Cemetery.
Daniel Lee Kapfer, Memphis, Missouri, Memphis Democrat, 17 Jun 1971, p. 3, col. 6
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Irvin Kapfer Services Were Held Wednesday
Irvin Louis Kapfer, son of Chris F. and Adelia McDowell Kapfer was born April 24, 1889 near Gorin, Mo., and passed away after a lingering illness at Laughlin hospital June 8, 1964 at the age of 75 years, one month and 14 days.
He was united in marriage to Ethel G. Shanes August 6, 1911. To this union were born two daughters.
On April 30, 1946 he was married to Chlores Campbell.
He attended Warrensburg Normal College at Warrensburg, Mo., and Kirksville Normal school. But he spent most of his life farming in Scotland county. In November 1963 illness forced his retirement and he moved to Memphis.
He was preceded in death by his parents, a sister Lora, a brother Charles, and an infant brother.
He leaves to mourn his passing his wife Chlores, two daughters, Mrs. Beulah Belle Howe of Belton, Texas, and Mrs. Claudean Mohr of Memphis, Mo., two stepsons, Rex and Max of Moline, Ill., a step-daughter, Mrs. Roberta Stutes of Keokuk, Iowa, six grandchildren, 12 stepgrandchildren [sic], and three great grandchildren, and one step great grandchild.
Also surviving are one sister, Mrs. Ada Guy of Chandler, Ariz., and thre [sic] brothers, Herbert and Nelson of Baring, and Homer of Memphis. Many nieces and nephews and a host of friends also mourn his passing.
He was a devoted husband and father and was a friend to all who knew him.
Funeral services were held from the Gerth & Baskett chapel Wednesday, June 10th at 2 p.m. conducted by Rev. Howard Merchant. Burial was in the Gorin cemetery. Body bearers were nephews.
Irvin Louis Kapfer, Memphis, Missouri, Memphis Reveille, 18 Jun 1964, p. 2, col. 8
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Obituary of Louis Kapfer.
Another good old citizen and pilgrim passed away at the home of his son-in-law, Louis Kraus, east of Gorin.
The departed was born October 11, 1830, in Grelinger, Wurlenburg, Germany, and died Saturday, April 18, 1914, at the age of 83 years, 6 months and 7 days.
He immigrated to the U. S. in 1868 and settled in Scotland County, Mo., where he resided until death.
In the year 1858, he was married to Margaret Barbara Smith. This union was blessed with seven children. His dear wife and three children preceeded [sic] him. Those surviving him are C. F. Kapfer and Mrs. Louis Kraus of Gorin, Mrs. William Kemmer of Wyaconda, and H. J. Kapfer of Colby, Kansas, and twenty-five grand-children, also two brothers and two sisters, Godfred [sic] Kapfer of Groin and Mrs. Adam Eierman of Baring, John Kapfer and Mrs. H. M. Smith of Long Beach, California.
Mr. Kapfer was an industrious man, good neighbor, honest Christian, especially in older years. He was prepared to meet his Savior. Rev. Hildenstein who visited him frequently, found him ready to depart. Cause of his death was old age and stomach.
His funeral was attended by a great concourse of people. His pastor preached in English and German on the text. The Father’s house with many mansions. A few beautiful songs were rendered after his body was interred in the Gorin cemetery beside his dear wife to await the resurrection morning.
The pallbearers were H. Kemmer, H. Egbert, H. Schonig, Chas. Horn, Bud Parry and F. Mohr.
Louis Kapfer, Memphis, Missouri, Memphis Reveille, 23 Apr 1914, p. 1, col. 6
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Funeral Yesterday For Mrs. Kapfer
Funeral services for Mrs. Earl D. Kapfer were held at Greensburg Baptist church yesterday, with burial in the cemetery there.
Mrs. Kapfer, 19, died at Davis County hospital in Bloomfield Monday after a long illness.
She was born Dec. 24, 1933, in Scotland county to Charles H. and Hazel Kirkpatrick Donaldson. She married Earl D. Kapfer, who survives.
Also surviving are her father and he one-year-old son.
Mrs. Earl D. Kapfer, Memphis, Missouri, Memphis Democrat, 27 Aug 1953, p. 1, col. 6
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Susan Datesman Kapfer was born in Wurtenburg, Germany, on Jan. 20, 1852, and passed to her eternal rest at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Julius Meyer in Gorin, Mo. on Jan. 22, 1937, at the age of 85 years and two days.
She came to this country from Germany in 1887, and lived with her sister and brother-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Gottfried Kapfer near Wyaconda, Mo., her sister at that time being in poor health, and after a lingering illness passed away on April 30th, 1890.
On October 20, 1892, she was united in marriage to Gottfried Kapfer and lived on their farm a mile west of Wyaconda, Mo., until the year 1903, when they moved to Gorin, where they lived until the death of her husband on Nov. 10th 1920. Since that time she has made her home with Mr. and Mrs. Julius Meyer.
Left to mourn her departure are two sons and a daughter: H. G. Kapfer of Annamoose, North Dakota; L. A. Kapfer, and Mrs. Julius Meyer of Gorin, Mo.; also one departed son, C. M. Kapfer, of Neillsville, Wisconsin, whose widow, Nelie Kapfer, and four children survive. Children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren feel highly honored to have known her only as a real mother and grandmother.
She was from early youth a member of the German Lutheran church and lived a devoted Christian life to the end.
Funeral services at the home by Rev. H. P. Anglen. Interment in Etna Cemetery, Sunday afternoon January 24.
Susan (Datesman) Kapfer, Memphis, Missouri, Memphis Reveille, 28 Jan 1937, p. 5, col. 3 & 4
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Veda B. Kapfer Services Held On Thursday
Veda Barbara Kapfer, daughter of Charles Rudd and Mary Huckey Rudd, was born in Gorin, Missouri, October 18, 1898, and departed this life May 20, 1969, at the age of 70 years and seven months, at the Davis County Hospital in Bloomfield, Iowa.
On April 16, 1917, she was united in marriage with Homer D. Kapfer. To this union one son, Dee V. Kapfer, was born.
She is survived by her husband and son and her daughter-in-law, Wilma June, and four grandchildren, Carol Alexander and husband of Kirksville, Missouri, Judy Moore and husband, Kirksville, Missouri, Susan and John of Memphis, Missouri, and one great-grandson, Jeffrey Alexander. Also a sister, Bertha Sampson, of Kansas City, Missouri; 14 nieces and nephews and other relatives and a host of friends.
Preceding her in death are her parents and one sister, Bessie Myers.
She lived her entire life in Scotland County. She professed her faith in Christ at an early age at Gorin, Missouri, then later moved her membership to the Baptist Church in Memphis, Missouri. She was an active member in the church as long as her health would permit.
She was a member of Carter Chapter No. 107 O.E. S. for many years and served as Worthy Matron in 1957. She was a Past Noble Grand of the Rebecca Lodge of Memphis and a member of the White Shrine in Kirksville, Missouri, and a Jewel of the Shrine Club.
She was a member of the Federated Women’s Club and the Garden Club.
The services were held at the First Baptist Church in Memphis, Missouri, Thursday, May 22, 1969. Services were conducted by Rev. Phillip Tolliver. Pall bearers were Sidney Moore, Troy Wayne Moffett, John Grogan, Robert Forrester, Rober [sic] Monroe, Gerald Gray. Honorary bearers were Harold Johnson, Wilbur Johnson, Gerald Smith, Clyde Peters, Jack Daggs, Roy Harris, J. J. Pierce, Rouster Pierce, Lloyd Lancaster, and Harold Tippett. Burial was in Memphis Cemetery.
Veda Barbara Kapfer, From Unknown Newspaper, 29 May 1969
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MARY KARAFF, 74 YEARS OLD, DIES AT EDINA
Former Adair County Woman; Burial to Be In Cemetery Here
Mrs. Mary (Sisak) Karaff, 74, of Edina, a former Adair county resident, died at the home of her son, George Karaff, in Edina Saturday morning following a long illness.
She was born Aug. 24, 1878, in Volya, Czechoslovakia, and came to this country at the age of 17. She was married in 1896 to Michael Karaff and to this marriage twelve children were born, nine of whom survive. Her husband died in 1931 and three children, Mary, John and Edward, preceded her in death in infancy.
Surviving are George, at whose home she died; Joseph, Raymond and Eugene, of Kansas City; Michael Jr., of Fort Branch, Ind.; John, of Marceline; Mrs. Michael (Anna) Biros, of Novinger; Mrs. Carter (Mary) Patton, of Kirksvilel [sic], and Richard (Julia) Cole, of Kansas City. Twenty-one grandchildren, two great-grandchildren, a half brother, who lives in Czechoslovakia, and several nieces and nephews also survive.
Funeral mass will be held Tuesday morning at nine o’clock in St. Joseph’s Church at Edina by the Rev. Terrence Mullins, pastor of the church. Interment will be in Highland Park cemetery in Kirksville.
The body will lie in state at the George Karaff home in Edina.
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EDINA
Mrs. Linda Karhoff, 83 years old, died Sunday morning at her home in Edina following a stroke of paralysis on Saturday. She was a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Mike Breiner, and was born in Chicago, Ill., Oct. 5, 1848. She was married to Herman Karhoff 57 years ago in the little log church in Edina. They lived on the Karhoff farm near Edina, until 26 years ago, when they moved to this city. He died in Sept. 1909. They were parents of four sons, Mike and George Karhoff, south of Fabius, John, north of Edina, and Charley Karhoff of Edina. Funeral services were held in St. Joseph’s church Tuesday morning at 10 o’clock, conducted by the Rev. Mullins, pastor. Burial was in the new Catholic cemetery.
Linda Karhoff, Brashear, Missouri, The Brashear News, 31 Mar 1932, p. 6, col. 1, Edina Column
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MRS. JESSIE A. KASER RITES TO BE ON SUNDAY
Died Her Yesterday; Funeral West of Greensburg
Funeral services for Mrs. Jessie Alice Kaser, who died at the home of her daughter, Pearl E. Kaser, 406 E. Patterson, Thursday afternoon, will be held at the Pleasant Ridge Church west of Greensburg Sunday afternoon at two o’clock. The services will be conducted by Dr. Guy J. Wright, pastor of the First Christian Church in Kirksville. Interment will be in the Pleasant Ridge cemetery.
Mrs. Kaser was the daughter of William Charles and Eliza Matilda Starbuck and was born June 16, 1865 at Lebanon, Ind. She was married to William H. Kaser on Sept. 10, 1885 at Edina. Six children were born to them.
Surviving are her six children, Lester L. Kaser, of Baring, Mrs. Grace E. Waggener, of Kahoka, William Roscoe Kaser, of Mesa, Ariz., Pearl E. Kaser, of Kirksville, Roxibelle Walker, of Memphis, and Paul E. Kaser, of Selkirk, N. Y.; 18 grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren and one great-great-granddaughter; one sister, Mrs. Ella Marquess and one brother, Perry H. Starbuck, of Edina.
Her husband, father, mother, three brothers and two sisters preceded her in death.
At the age of twelve she united with the Pleasant Ridge Christian Church west of Greensburg.
For the past five years she had been living with her daughter in Kirksville.
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MARY FRANCES KASTER DIES AT AGE OF 96
Lifelong Schuyler Countian Was in Amboy, Minn.
A lifelong Schuyler county resident of 96 years, Mrs. Mary Frances (Young) Kaster died at a nursing home at Amboy, Minn., Friday morning at seven o’clock.
The daughter of John D. and Frances (Miller) Young, she was born in the Germania neighborhood northeast of Queen City on May 7, 1858. She was married to James K. Kaster on Feb. 25, 1886, and five children were born to them. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, two brothers, Jacob and John Young, and one great-great-grandchild.
Surviving are three sons, Orville C., of Winner, S. D., John T. of Hanna, Alberta, Canada, and Wilbert W., of West Wingham, Alberta, Canada; two daughters, Edith Mullanix, of Queen City, and Mrs. S. C. (Meddie) Peterson, of Winnebago, Minn., ten grandchildren, 19 great-grandchildren and one great great granddaughter.
Funeral services will be held Monday afternoon at one o’clock at the Queen City Baptist church conducted by Rev. A. O. Althafer. Interment will be in the Queen City cemetery. The body is at the Dooley Funeral Home in Queen City.
Bearers will be Lee Kaster, Henry Myers, Edson Jefferies, Elmer McElhinney, Glen Dufur and John Miller.
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MRS. KAUTZ, AGED 76, DIES AT LA PLATA
Long Resident of Illinois Bend; Funeral Tomorrow Afternoon.
Special to Daily Express.
La Plata, Mo., Dec. 19—Mrs. D. S. Kutz [sic], 76, died this morning about 10 o’clock at the home of her daughter, Mrs. L. L. Harland, in La Plata. Her death was attributed to anemia.
Funeral services will be held tomorrow afternoon at 2:30 at the home of Mrs. Harland, conducted by the Rev. Fred L. Hudson. Burial will be made in the La Plata Cemetery.
Mrs. Kautz, whose maiden name was Amelia Zelpha Forbes, was the daughter of Charles and Amelia Forbes. She was born in Colchester, Ill., March 1, 1863. She came to Missouri with her parents when 2 years of age and settled near Edina. She was married to Daniel Kautz on March 7, 1889. They moved to the Illinois Bend neighborhood about twenty-four years ago. They lived there until 4 years ago when they moved to La Plata. She had been at the home of her daughter since October. She was a member of the La Plata Community Presbyterian Church, having moved her membership from Edina when she moved here.
She leaves her husband and one daughter, Mrs. Vera May Harland. Another daughter, Florence, who died at the age of 2 1-2 years. She also leaves one brother, A. L. Forbes of Edina, and several nieces and nephews.
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Mrs. V Kauzlarich Dies In Novinger
Mrs. Vance Kauzlarich, 72, died Sunday evening at her home in Novinger following a cerebral hemorrhage. Funeral services were held at the St. Rose Catholic Church in Novinger Wednesday morning conducted by the Rev. Fr. Terrence Mullins, of Edina. Interment was in the Novinger Cemetery.
She was born July 26, 1875, in Mrkasolg, Yogoslavia [sic], the daughter of Martin and Rose Tomich Grubshich. She was married to Vance Kauzlarich.
She is survived by her husband and one daughter, Mrs. Vernon Lintner, of Kansas City; four sons, Charles of Kirksville; Victor, of Kansas City; John, of rock Island, Ill., and Joe of Waterloo, Iowa.
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Kays. – Elizabeth Kays died on the 9th of June, 1885, at the residence of her daughter Mrs. Mary J. Snyder, in Lafayette, New Jersey, in the 88th year of her age.
Deceased was a widow of the late Samuel Kays. Mrs. Kays will be remembered by many in Memphis, she having lived with her son Wm. T. Kays, from 1870 to 1872. She was a woman of more than ordinary mental capacity and vigor, and was well informed on all the important questions, which agitated the public mind during her long life. She had well settled views on politics, religion, and all the moral and social questions of her day, and had no hesitancy in expressing them, when occasion required it. She was a firm believer in the Bible and the Christian Religion. Her mind was so constituted that she could believe nothing contrary to human reason, and her efforts to harmonize religion with reason, led her to adopt many of the teachings of Emannel Swedenburg. Her funeral was attended by a vast concourse of people who appreciated her worth and services to humanity.
Elizabeth Kays, Memphis, Missouri, Memphis Reveille, 18 Jun 1885, p. 3, col. 3
Editor’s Note: Newton Cemetery, Newton Sussex County, New Jersey, FindAGrave #14581520
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MRS. ORRA A. KAYS FORMER RESIDENT DIES IN KANSAS
Orra Amelia Henry was born on Vernon Prairie in Van Buren Co., Iowa, January 25th, 1845, and fell asleep, Monday morning, July 3rd, in Eureka, Kansas, at the home of her son, Warbasse, having attained the age of 77 years, 5 months and 4 days. she was the sixth child of Sylvester S. and Orra Graves Henry. She was educated in the public schools of that day, and when 14 years old was sent to the academy in Bentonsport for six months and then attended an academy at Keosauqua for three years. Here she attended the Congregational Sunday School. In 1861 she began teaching school at $8 per month and boarded among the pupils. She taught for three winters, finally receiving $15 per month.
She was married to William T. Kays, December 3, 1863, and she came to Memphis, Mo., as a bride. Mr. Kays was Provost Marshal and Captain of the Home Guards. She lived in Memphis 26 years; and was one of the Charter members of the Congregational Church. She joined the W.C.T.U. the year after it was organized in Missouri in 1885, and has been a member somewhere ever since. She was reading secretary for the year 1886 and in 1887 was elected president, until she moved to Evanstown in 1889. While in Evanstown she was active in Settlement work.
She came from Puritan stock which dates nearly back to the Mayflower, the property records of her people, dating as far back as 1682, almost to the time of the earliest settlers. From her Puritan ancestry she inherited many of their distinguishing characteristics, among which was a religious nature, strong and deep, and a sense of honor and of righteousness, the most exacting and ennobling.
She was the mother of nine children, six of whom are living.
When she was a young girl she gave her heart to Christ and decided that she would join the Church and live for Him. She and her husband became active members of the Congregational Church of Memphis, and at the time it disbanded she was Clerk of the Church. She then united with the Presbyterian Church, and continued her efforts to serve the Master by taking an active part in the work of the Church, teaching in the Sunday School, attending the Sunday services and prayer meetings and during the ministry of Dr. Hogue was the first woman to lead in prayer at the prayer meetings. She was always interested in the Church activities, and took her letter with her wherever she went, and identified herself with God’s people where she resided, even for a short time. At the time of her death she was a member of the Methodist Church, Eureka, Kansas, of which her son is a member.
Next to the church her greatest love was for the W.C.T.U., which she joined at the earliest opportunity. Her white ribbon was upon every dress that she had. If there was no W.C.T.U. where she lived, she organized one, as she did at Hyattsville, Maryland. At Charlotte, N.C. she organized a Missionary Society and Ladies’ Aid in the church of which she was a member, and was elected president. She was one of the early workers at the Delano Mission, Evanstown, Ill.
Her manifold activities were made possible by the fact that she was a tireless worker, who thought no sacrifice too great to accomplish the thing which she thought ought to be done, whose sheer will power carried her through. she was ever associated with the charitable work of the town; she ushered into life many children; she cared for the sick and helped bury the dead.
While in Memphis she taught a private school in her home, and also taught some of the Negroes to read, among whom was Scott Green’s father.
On Oct. 25, 1887, she was bereaved of her husband who was a lawyer, and the first to make out abstracts for land titles in Scotland County after the war. In 1897, after putting her children through the High School, she sold her home in Memphis and moved to Evanstown, Ill., in order that her two youngest daughters might have the advantages of a University education at Northwestern University. This sacrifice was typical of all the sacrifices she made for her loved ones, for Christ, and for those to whom she ministered in His name.
During the last 20 years of her life she traveled from coast to coast visiting her children in Kansas and in California, taking care of her mother one year at Bentonsport, Ia. but making her home most of the time with her daughter, Mrs. Flora Hansen, and living with her at Washington, D.C., Charlotte, N.C., at Evanstown, Ill., Alexandria, Va., Hyattsville, Maryland, returning with them to Washington, D.C., and Evanstown. For the past three years she made her home with Warbasse in Eureka, Kansas.
She is survived by two brothers, Valney Henry of Milton, Iow [sic], and Samuel Henry, of Bonaparte, Iowa; by six children, Mrs. Martha Craig, of Joplin, Mo., Warbasse, of Eureka, Kans.; Mrs. Ruth Fogle, of Berkeley, Calif.; by nineteen grandchildren; by four great-grandchildren; by other relatives and a host of friends wherever she has lived.
Funeral services were conducted at the Presbyterian Church, Memphis, Mo., Wednesday afternoon at 2:30, by Rev. E.M. Nesbitt, the pastor, assisted by Rev. E.C. Morgan, pastor of the First Methodist Church, and a quartatte and a soloist from Presbyterian Church.
Orra Amelia (Henry) Kays, Memphis, Missouri, Memphis Reveille, 6 Jul 1922, p. 1, col. 1, 2, & 3
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Died
Kays – William T. Kays died at his home in this city Sunday, October 23rd 1887.
Death has taken another of our prominent citizens, and although an invalid for years his death was unexpected by very many of his friends, and acquaintances. He was born in Monroe Susex County, New Jersey, March 31st, 1833. From both sides of parentage, he inherited patriotic instincts. Some of his ancestors having been active in the struggle of the Colonies for Independence. A part of his education was received in the common schools of his native state. He taught school for six or seven terms. He studied medicine, and in due time received a diploma from a medical College in New York City, but never practiced this profession. In 1858 he moved to Van Buren County, Iowa. At the beginning of the war he entered the struggle and remained in the service until the war closed in 1865. In 1862 he was made Provost Marshal of Scotland County, and afterward joined a Missouri Regiment of Militia.
While sick in the Military hospital at Georgetown, D. C., he began the study of law which he finished in this county and was duly admitted to the bar. This profession he followed to the close of his life with a fair measure of success. He was county Superintendent of schools for the years 1866 and 1867, and served as county attorney two terms. He was married o Miss Orra A. Henry at Vernon, Iowa, Dec. 3rd 1863, and she and their six children now mourn their great loss. At his death, and for years previously, he had been a deacon in the Congregational church of this city. In church, and Sunday school work he was earnest and active at all times. Deceased was too well known for us to say much about him. A great portion of his life was spent amongst us and his works are known to all. It is enough to say that in his profession, he was a pains-taking hard-working Attorney, who never forsook or never proved untrue to a client. As a citizen, he took a deep interest in what he thought was for the public good. As a neighbor, he was pleasant and friendly, and as a husband and father those only can speak who feel that bereavement the sorest. As a member of the church he was a faithful toiler for years, giving to its support more than he could afford. The funeral services were conducted by Rev. J. Wayman at the Congregational church on Tuesday, after which his body was taken in charge by members of Murry and Thos. Weber Posts, G.A.R., and laid to rest.
William T. Kays, Memphis, Missouri, Memphis Reveille, 27 Oct 1887, p. 3, col. 7
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Mrs. C. A. Craig of Lebanon, Mo., arrived Monday night and was present at the funeral of her father, Wm. T. Kays.
Voluey and Thomas P. Henry, of Van Buren County, Iowa, were present at the funeral of their brother-in-law, W. T. Kays, on Tuesday.
Mrs. Ira Phillips, of Ottumwa and Martin Kays and daughter, Miss Mary, of Milton, Ia., were in attendance at the funeral of Mr. Kays, on Tuesday.
Memphis, Missouri, Memphis Reveille, 27 Oct 1887, p. 3, col. 6
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Ray, infant son of Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Keathler, of this city, died of flux Saturday night, Aug 2d, 1890. Funeral services were held on Sunday after which the body was taken to the country and laid to rest in the McAdow cemetery.
Ray Keathler, Memphis, Missouri, Memphis Reveille, 7 Aug 1890
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FELIX M. KEEL, RESIDENT HERE 63 YEARS, DIES
Funeral Tomorrow For Widely Known Kirksville Resident
Felix M. Keel, 74 year old Kirksville painter and one of the city’s widely known residents, died yesterday morning at the home of his daughter, Mrs. L. L. Propst, 516 North Elson street, after a long illness with cancer. He had become seriously affected by the disease only in the last few months and grew unconscious Saturday.
Funeral services will be held at the Summers & Son Funeral Home tomorrow afternoon at 2 o’clock, conducted by the Rev. E. N. Garrett, of this city. Burial will be made in Forest cemetery.
Mr. Keel had been a resident of Kirksville 63 years, coming here from his birthplace at Paint Rock, Ala., when 11 years old and making his home with Capt. And Mrs. E. O. Gates. He was a former city assessor.
He was born May 27, 1857, into a family of eleven children, all of whom have preceded him in death except one sister. He was married to Miss Sophia Conley, member of a pioneer Adair county family, on Jan. 16, 1879. Mrs. Keel died July 20, 1931.
Surviving are two daughters, Mrs. Propst, Kirksville, and Mrs. Lola R. White, Chicago; a granddaughter, Mrs. George Ebsworth, Calgary, Canada, and a great granddaughter; one sister, Mrs. Louis Stoving, St. Louis, and two nephews, John and Harry Gates, Kirksville.
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FORMER KIRKSVILLE MAN DIES IN TEXAS
A message was received this morning by L. L. Propst stating that his stepfather, H. T. Keesee, of Coleman, Texas, died at his home last night about 9 o’clock. No further particulars were given. Mr. Keesee was formerly a resident of this city.
H. T. Keesee, Kirksville, Missouri, Kirksville Daily Express, 24 Jul 1922, p. 1, col. 3, Monday
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Dr. A. M. Keethler Services Were Held Saturday
Andrew Manning Keethler, son of John L. and Mary Manning Keethler, was born May 1, 1883, at Summitville, Lee County, Iowa, and died July 12, 2967, at K. O. Hospital, Kirksville, Missouri, at the age of 84 years, 2 months and 10 days.
He was united in marriage to Maud V. Stephenson on October 29, 1908, and to this union three children were born, Andrew Ray, James Clarence and Mary Louise.
He was preceded in death by his wife on March 16, 1948, his father, mother, two sisters, and one brother.
He is survived by his son Andrew Ray Keethler of St. Louis, Missouri; son and daughter-in-law, James C. and Alberta Keethler of Overland, Missouri and daughter and son-in-law, Mary and Wirt M. Mitchell of St. John, U.S. Virgin Islands; and seven grandchildren. Virginia McNabb, Queen City, Missouri, Sue Robinson, Stewartville, Minnesota, Andrew R. Keethler, Jr., St. Louis, Missouri, James C. Keether, Jr., Jacksonville Beach, Florida, Dr. John M. Keethler, Edwardsville, Illinois, Mary Louise Mitchell, St. John, Virgin Islands, and Barbara Murray, St. John’s Newfoundland, Canada; and seven great-grandchildren Margaret, Susan and James Keethler III; Jamie, Julie and John McNabb; and Rebecca Robinson.
For over 50 years Dr. Keethler practiced medicine in Scotland County, coming to Memphis in 1913. In the alleviation of sickness and suffering he gave himself in service to the community, serving whenever called upon, be it day or night, to give aid to his fellowman. This half century of service extended from the days of the horse and buggy to that of the air age. He visited the sick by horse and buggy, on horse back, bob sled, railroad handcar, train, auto and airplane.
Dr. Keethler attended Whittier College, Salem, Iowa, graduating in 1908. He received his D. O. degree from the American School of Osteopath know K.C.O.S. Kirksville, Missouri, graduating in 1912. He received his M.D. degree from College of Physicians and Surgeons, Kansas City, Missouri, in 1919.
Dr. Keethler was a member of the Christian Church, giving his life in Christ at the age of 15 and remained faithful and obedient in service to the Master. He served as Elder, chairman of the board, Sunday School Superintendent, teacher and member of the choir.
He was active in civic organizations in the community, a charter member of the Lions club, served several terms on the Board of Education of the Memphis Public Schools. He was a member of Masonic Lodge AF and AM No. 16, a Knight Templar, and Shriner. He also served as the Health Doctor of Scotland County for a number of years.
Failing health caused Dr. Keethler to retire from active practice and for the past year made his home with his son and daughter-in-law, James C. and Alberta Keethler, Overland, Missouri. He was loved and respected by all who knew him and will be sadly missed by his family, relatives, friends and the community.
Funeral services were held at 2 p.m. Saturday, July 15, at the Christian Church in Memphis, Missouri, under the direction of Gerth and Baskett, with Rev. G. Lolin Eaton officiating, assisted by Bro. Kenneth Campbell. Body bearers were William Garrett, Ross Garret, Elmer White, M. G. Clough, Roy Lee Smith and Joe M. Creek. Masonic graveside services were held Harold M. Jayne, past Grand Master of the State of Missouri officiating. Burial was in the Memphis cemetery.
Those attending the funeral from out of town were Melvin Newland, St. Ann, Mo., Mr. and Mrs. Richard Gresham, St. Ann, Mo., Mr. and Mrs. Jess McCown, Overland, Mo., Mr. and Mrs. Claude Rosser, Quincy, Ill., Mrs. Wirt Mitchell, Fayette, Mo., Mr. and Mrs. Joe Mankopf and Harve, Chicago, Ill., Mr. and Mrs. Joe Kraus, Canton, Mo., Miss Clara Barwick, Berkeley, Mo.
Miss Marie Clemenson, Keokuk, Ia., Miss Alice Saddle, St. Louis, Mo., Mrs. James McNabb, Queen City, Mo., Mrs. Marianne Nelson, Mark, Greg and John, Macon, Mo., Mr. and Mrs. Freddie Reindo, Mary Lou and George, Queen City, Mo., Dr. and Mrs. L. El Lowe and Dorothy Jean of Quincy, Ill.
Andrew Manning Keethler, From Unknown Newspaper, 20 Jul 1967
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MRS. A. M. KEETHLER DEAD
Underwent Operation at Kirksville Hospital, March 4
Memphis residents were surprised and grieved Tuesday morning when word came of the death of Mrs. A. M. Keethler at the Laughlin hospital, Kirksville, at 9:30 that morning.
Mrs. Keethler underwent an operation for appendicitis at the hospital on Thursday morning, March 4, and was reported to be getting along satisfactorily until Tuesday morning when Dr. Keethler was notified she was not so well. He was preparing to go to Kirksville when he received another message telling of her death at 9:30.
Funeral services are being conducted this afternoon at the Christian church in Memphis of which she has been an active, faithful worker for many years, and are in charge of the pastor, Rev. G. Lolin Eaton. Interment will be in the Memphis cemetery.
Music is by a quartette from the Christian church–Miss Edith Naggs, Miss Alma Roberts, Leo F. Paul and Dr. C. M. Browning, with Mrs. Ruth Platter, accompanying.
Pall bearers are Robert E. Weaver, Richard M. Craig, Roy Lee Smith, J. W. Jones, J. Ed. Struble and Mike Palmer.
Mrs. Keethler was also one of the leading members of the W. C. T. U. in Memphis.
Maud V. Keethler was the daughter of James W. and Mary (Ebling) Stephenson. She was born in Scotland county, Missouri, on Sept. 21, 1878.
Mrs. Keethler was one of four children. Two brothers died in infancy and her sister, Ella, passed on when a young girl. Her parents died several years ago.
She grew to womanhood in Scotland county, and when a girl of 16, she was converted under the preaching of Elder John Rogers and united with the Salem Christian church in 1894.
She was married to Dr. A. M. Keethler on October 29th, 1908. Three children were born–two boys and a girl.
Dr. and Mrs. Keethler came to make their home in Memphis and on October 12, 1913, Mrs. Keethler, with her husband placed her membership in the Christian church of Memphis. She was a faithful member of this church, teaching in the Bible school, helping in the choir and in every way possible doing her best for the building up of the Lord’s work in this community.
In her passing she leaves her husband, Dr. A. M. Keethler, two sons, A. Ray Keethler, and James C. Keethler, both of St. Louis; one daughter, Mrs. W. M. (Mary) Mitchell of South Norwalk, Conn.; seven grand children, Virginia, Sue and Andrew Keethler; James C. Jr. and John N. Keethler, Mary Lou and Barbara Mitchell, and an aged uncle, Edwin B. Stephenson, who made his home with the family.
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Judge J. J. Keim Dead.
Judge J. J. Keim, aged 82 years, one of Adair County’s most respected and best known citizens, died at the home of his son, A. J. Keim, five miles northeast of Kirksville last Monday.
He leaves four sons and two daughters, as follows: A. J., H. S. and Walter Keim, all of Adair county; Sylvester, of Fredonia, Kan. And Mrs. Clare Wood and Mrs. Amanda Yates, also of Adair county, the latter of Kirksville.
Judge Keim was born in Somerset county, Pa., and served during the last nine months of the Civil War as a soldier in the Union army. He came to Adair county forty-seven years ago and had remained here since that time.
From 1891 to 1895 Mr. Keim was presiding judge of the Adair County Court.
Funeral services were held today by Rev. Geo. W. Sharp and burial was at Refuge Cemetery.
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E. B. KEITH DIES TODAY IN FLORIDA
Took Cold on Trip from Kirksville Nov. 22—Well Known Here
Edward B. Keith, for many years a resident of Kirksville, and well known in this section, died this morning at 3 o’clock, at Ocala, Fla., according to word received here by his daughter, Mrs. B. H. Stephenson. The body will start tomorrow for Los Angeles, his home, for burial.
Mr. and Mrs. Keith were in Kirksville for three days this fall, departing two weeks ago for Florida, to spend the winter with their daughter, Mrs. Clara Holtzclaw. They were planning to return through Kirksville in April. Mr. Keith appeared to be in perfect health and remarked to friends here that he was feeling fine. On the way down to Florida, however, he contracted a severe cold, and Mrs. Stephenson received word yesterday that he had been taken to a hospital and was very ill. This was the only word Mrs. Stephenson had received about his illness and consequently the message telling of his death came as a great shock to Mrs. Stephenson and her family here.
Mr. Keith was 63 years of age, and lived in Kirksville until fifteen or sixteen years ago. He conducted the Pool Hotel until he was succeeded by his son-in-law, B. H. Stephenson. Mr. Keith was born in Mt. Sterling, Ill., but moved to Kirksville forty years ago.
He leaves his wife, and three daughters, Mrs. Stephenson, of this city, Mrs. Holtzclaw, of Ocala, Fla., and Mrs. Relfe Wingo, of Long Beach, Calif.
He was a Mason, a Knight Templar and Shriner.
A host of friends of the Keith family join in extending their sympathy to the bereaved relatives.
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OBITUARY
Keller:—Christina Curry was born in Monroe County, Ohio, December 14, 1844. She died at her home in South Haven, Kansas, January 3, 1923, aged 78 years and twenty days.
She was married to James Magill December 11, 1862, and to this union was born one son, Charles Magill, who now lives in Kansas City, Missouri. On August 25, 1869, she was united in marriage with Zenith H. Keller. This union was blessed with four children, Martin Luther Keller and Martha Keller, now deceased; Julius Keller of South Haven, and O. P. Keller, of Tonkawa.
The deceased was a member of the Sabbath Home country church in Adair County, Missouri. She loved her Lord, and her experience of fellowship with Him was natural and blessed.
Mrs. Keller was a loving wife and mother, the mainstay and chief support of the husband and of the home. Her presence in the home will be missed more than language can tell. But the character of her work while on earth takes all of the sting out of the memory of the loss of her. She leaves behind, besides her husband, and three children, other relatives and a great number of friends. Those who remain suffer a distinct loss. She can not come back to us, but we can go to her.
“Life’s labor done, as sinks the clay,
Light from its load the spirit flies,
While heaven and earth combine to say,
‘How blest the righteous when she dies.’”
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Aged Brashear Man Dies
Funeral services were held yesterday for Hiram E. Keller, 76, who passed away at his home in Brashear, Wednesday. Rev. James McClanahan officiated at the services at the Sabbath Home Church.
Mr. Keller was born March 11, 1866, in the vicinity in which he died. He had lived on the farm where he died for forty-one years. He was the son of George and Louisa Keller. He was married on March 8, 1891, to Miss Elizabeth Gordon, who survives. To this marriage five children were born. One son died in infancy and one daughter, Mrs. Hazel Stoncipher [sic], died May 29, 1939. The living children are: Homer Keler [sic] of the home; Mrs. Edith Richardson, Greenbrug [sic], and Mrs. Eva Renshaw of Brookfield. He also leaves three grandsons and two granddaughters; three brothers, William Keller and Zene Keler [sic] of Cozad, Nebraska, and Charlie Keller of Grand Fork, Nebraska, and two sisters, Mrs. Ella Fletcher of Cozad, Nebr., and Mrs. Ada Snyder of Callaway, Nebr. One brother, Warren Keller, and one sister, Mrs. Ida Miller, preceded him in death.
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L. C. Keller, 64 Found Dead Friday Evening
Found in an unconscious condition at rear of the George A. Still Memorial building Friday evening between five and six o’clock, Louis C. Keller, 64, of this city, janitor at the KCOS Hospital, died while being carried into the hospital. While the cause of death has not yet been determined it is believed he died of natural causes.
Mr. Keller was the son of Frank and Elmyra Hearld Keller and was born Jan. 4, 1883, in Cloud County, Kan. He was married to Phoebe McFarland on Dec. 24, 1912. He was a farmer in Putnam County fir most of his life. He came to Kirksville in 1932. His wife died in August 1940.
Funeral services were held at the Davis Funeral Chapel Monday afternoon at two o’clock. Rev. J. G. Garlock, of Fowler, Ill., conducted the services.
Surviving are his daughter, Mrs. Eleanor Sewell, of St. Louis, and son, James F. Keller, of Wimington [sic], Del.; one granddaughter, Elaine Keller; one brother, Nels, of Ottumwa, Ia., and two sisters, Mrs. Anna Hodges and Miss Mae Keller, both of Livonia, Mo.
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MRS. MILDRED KELLER DIES IN PORTLAND, OREGON
Mrs. W. M. Frogge of Memphis and Mr. G. C. McDonald of Rutledge were notified on Saturday, February 17, of the death of their niece, Mrs. Mildred McDonald Keller, of Portland, Oregon.
Mrs. Keller is the daughter of John E. and Madge Trickett McDonald, both of whom were born and reared in Scotland County, Missouri.
Mildred Keller, From Unknown Newspaper, 22 Feb 1968
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Norman Keller Dead.
Norman Keller, who has been seriously ill with consumption for several months, died this morning at ten o’clock at the home of his uncle, Henry Keller, northeast of town. He will be buried at Sabbath Home tomorrow.
Norman Keller, Kirksville, Missouri, Kirksville Daily Express, 26 Jun 1906, p. 4, col. 4
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Former Gorin Resident Killed
Will Keller of St. Louis, former Gorin resident, was killed by an automobile while returning home from his work Saturday evening.
He will be remembered by many of the older people of this community, having made his home here several years ago.
He was a brother-in-law of Walter P. Smith and Mrs. G. R. Pulliam.
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JOHN KELLEY, 64, OF NEAR GIBBS, DIES
Prominent Farmer In Declining Health For Month.
John H. Kelley, 64, who had lived most of his life in the Prairie Bird vicinity west of Gibbs, died Friday night about 9 o’clock in a hospital here. He had been in declining health the past month.
Mr. Kelley, whose full name was John Hayes, was born Feb. 10, 1877 near Hurdland, Mo., a son of Wilson and Caroline Holm Kelley. When he was 2 1-2 years old the family moved to the vicinity in which he since had lived.
He was married Nov. 18, 1897 to Meda Reyner and two children were born.
Surviving are his widow, Mrs. Meda Kelley; one daughter, Mrs. Ermel Stribling, wife of Joseph Stribling, Vallejo, Calif.; one son, Orval Kelley, Gibbs; four grandchildren; two sisters, Mrs. Arthur Self, Moberly, and Mrs. Etta Garlock, Brashear; three brothers, Edward Kelley, Argyle, Ia.; Oliver Kelley, Oklahoma City; Jim Kelley, Corley, Ark., and several nieces, nephews and cousins.
Mr. Kelley united with the United Brethren Church at Prairie Bird early in his life.
He and Mrs. Kelley spent last winter in California and apparently had been in excellent health until he began to decline recently. Widely known as one of the county’s outstanding farmers and horticulturists, he had lived on his present home site over 40 years.
Funeral plans had not been completed yesterday, pending arrival of the daughter from California. The body is lying in state at the Summers & Flinchpaugh Funeral Home.
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MRS. MEDA M. KELLEY, 69, DIES AT GIBBS
Funeral Services To Be Held in LaPlata
Mrs. Meda Mabel Kelley, 69, died at the Millsap Nursing Home in Gibbs Saturday evening at 6:45.
Funeral services will be held at the Wilson Funeral Home in LaPlata Wednesday afternoon at two o’clock. Interment will be in the Union Cemetery at Gibbs.
Mrs. Kelley was the daughter of Samuel B. and Margaret Reyner and was born Jan. 15, 1879. She was married to John Hays Kelley on Nov. 18, 1897. Two children were born to this marriage.
Her husband preceded her in death a few years ago.
She is survived by one son, Orville, of Gibbs and one daughter, Mrs. Joseph Stribling, of La Plata, five grandchildren and a nephew, Floyd Reyner, of Chicago.
The bearers will be J. W. Garlock, Gilbert Moore, Charles Gregg, Gert Begole, Charles Mulford and Fred Stribling.
Meda Mabel Kelley, Kirksville, Missouri, Kirksville Daily Express, 25 Oct 1948, p. 2, col. 4
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SUICIDE
A woman by the name of Kelley, living in or near Greentop, Schuyler Co., committed suicide at the residence of Judge C. B. Polley last Friday afternoon. She came to the farm of Judge Polley on Thursday evening and tried to drown herself in the stock pond in his pasture. Fred Miley and Andrew Wood took her out of the pond and to Mr. Polley’s house. Mrs. Polley gave her a change of clothing and prepared her a nice supper, which Mrs. Kelley ate. After supper Mrs. Polley persuaded her to go to bed and she seemed to sleep all night. Next morning Mrs. Kelley washed and ironed her clothing and then went to bed. The family kept a watch over her and soon discovered that she was having smothering or strangling spells. She would partially revive but soon grow worse again. These spells kept getting worse until about 2 o’clock in the afternoon when she died. After death, when the ladies were preparing the body for laying out, they discovered that she had made a strong cord of strips of calico that she found in the room and had tied it around her neck so tight that it caused the strangling which produced death. The unfortunate woman was evidently insane. She was about 50 years of age, bore appearances of being in good circumstances and had $25.00 in money on her person at the time of death.
She was an entire stranger to Mr. Polley’s family, but they did everything in their power to induce her to abandon the determination to take her own life, but to no avail.
After she was dead her son came to the house in search of her, having heard that she was at the house, but had not learned of her death. No cause is known for the act but it is rumored that domestic trouble was at the bottom. She leaves a husband and several adult children. Her remains were taken to Greentop on Friday night, by the relatives.
Mrs. Kelley, Kirksville, Missouri, The Kirksville Journal, 24 Apr 1890, p. 5, col. 5
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Mrs. D. V. S. Kellison Dead
Mrs. D. V. S. Kellison, a well-known resident of the Willmathsville vicinity, died Wednesday night of last week at her home in East Kirksville, following an illness of a few days. Mrs. Kellison had been in failing health for some time. She was 88 years old.
The Kellisons moved to Kirksville from Willmathsville about two months ago, the elderly couple making their home with their daughter, Mrs. Estella Kellison [Greenslate]. They had lived at Willmathsville more than 30 years.
Mrs. Kellison is survived by her husband, four sons and four daughters, Frank, of Seattle, Wash.; Will, of Willmathsville, Colonel, of Wyola, Mont.; and George Kellison; Mrs. Mary Thompson, of Johnstown, Nebr.; Mrs. Ada Dickinson, of Bellingham, Wash.; Mrs. Ella Matheny of Lynwood, Cal.; and Mrs. Estella Greenslate; also three brothers, Byron Clark, of Ashland, Kan.; John Clark, Salem, Ore.; Warren Clark, of Idaho.
Mrs. Kellison had been a church member nearly all her life and was a member of the Willmathsville Christian Church.
The funeral was from the home at 2:30 Tuesday afternoon, burial in Highland Park cemetery in Kirksville. Frank Kellison, Mrs. Mary Thompson and Mrs. Ada Dickerson were here for the funeral.
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G. H. Kellogg Rites Tuesday Afternoon
Funeral services for George Harold Kellogg, a life-long resident of near Kirksville will be held tomorrow afternoon at 2:00 from the memorial chapel of the Robert B. Davis Home, 115 W. Jefferson. The services will be conducted by the Rev. Ralph Hicks and burial will be in Forest cemetery.
Mr. Kellogg died in a Kirksville hospital Saturday morning where he had been a patient several days.
He is survived by three brothers, James A. Kellogg of Cleveland, Ohio, Charles W. Kellogg and Fred O. Kellogg of Kirksville and one sister, Emma L. Kellogg, also of Kirksville.
Preceding him in death were his parents and two brothers, Ross E. Kellogg and Roy W. Kellogg.
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DIED
James D. Kellogg died of old age and other complications, at his home east of this city, Saturday, April 20, 1895, aged 83 years, 4 months and 22 days.
Deceased was born in Columbia county, New York, Nov. 28, 1811. Later in life he moved to Iowa, and about twenty three years ago he came to this county where he since resided. In the year 1835 he was married, and three children were born to them as the fruits of this marriage, two of whom reside in Iowa. The other lives on the farm where the father died. In early life he was converted and united with the church. For many years he had been an honored member of the C. P. church. He was highly esteemed and loved for his many christian virtues, and at a ripe old age was gathered to the fathers full of years and honors. Funeral services, conducted by Rev. R. A. Williams, were held at the family residence, Sunday, after which the body was laid to rest by the side of his wife in the Conyers cemetery.
James D. Kellogg, Memphis, Missouri, Memphis Reveille, 25 Apr 1895, p. 3, col. 6
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C. W. Kelly Of Kirksville Dies
Charles William Kelly, 63, of 611 East Cottonwood Street, died in a Kirksville Hospital last Saturday from a streptococcus infection of the throat.
Funeral services were held Monday morning at the Catholic church conducted by the Rev. P. J. Barrett, pastor. Burial was in the Highland Park Cemetery.
He was born at Lingo, Mo., Dec. 18, 1877, a son of Edward and Marie Kelley. He was married to Miss Blanche Robb on June 11, 1901, and they lived in Novinger until 22 years ago when they moved to Kirksville.
He is survived by his widow; four sons, and two daughters; Edward Kelley, of Oak Park, Ill., Fred, Woodrow and Patrick Kelly, of Kirksville, and Misses Marie and Helen Kelley, of Kirksville. Three sons preceded him in death.
The pallbearers were: Wiliam [sic] Dear, Ralph Cross, Ruby Green, Pete Stofel, Ed Goeke and John Tomich.
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JACK KELLY, 23, FATALLY INJURED NEAR EXLINE, IA
Struck by Car; Funeral Services Here on Saturday
John Kevin (Jack) Kelly, 23, of the Karlton Apartments, was fatally injured yesterday afternoon when struck by a car while walking on a highway near Exline, Ia.
The accident occurred about two o’clock as he stepped from a truck in which he had been riding enroute to the home of his wife’s parents near Unionville. He died about six o’clock in a Centerville Ia., hospital.
Funeral services will be held at 9:00 Saturday morning in Mary Immaculate Church with the Rev. John F. Kenny officiating.
The son of Mr. and Mrs. Fred Kelly, 1201 N. Centennial, he was born March 27, 1928, in Kirksville. He was married to the former Mary Jean McCollom on September 23, 1951.
Mr. Kelly attended the Kirksville public schools, graduating from high school in 1946. While in high school he lettered in both football and basketball. During 1947 and 1948 he served 21 months in the United States Navy.
He was graduated from Kirksvilel [sic] State Teachers College in the spring of 1951, and was president of the student council during his senior year. He was a past president of Sigma Tau Gamma fraternity, a member of Blue Key service fraternity, Alpha Phi Omega, and Who’s Who in American Colleges and Universities.
Last summer he played semi-professional baseball at Storm Lake Ia., and was employed by the Cameron-Joyce Construction Company at the time of his death.
Mr. Kelly was a member of the Catholic Church.
He is survived by his wife, a student at the Teachers College; parents; four brothers, Terry, Joe, Eddy, and Mike, all of the home; two sisters, Mrs. Ellis Smith, of Kirksville, and Pat, of the home; a paternal grandmother, Mrs. Charles Kelly, of Kirksville, and a great-grandmother, Mrs. Nancy Robb, of Novinger.
The body will lie in state at the Davis funeral Home, 202 E. Washington, until 1:00 p.m. tomorrow when it will be taken to the family home, 1201 N. Centennial. At 7:30 tomorrow evening a rosary will be said at the home by Father Kenny. Burial will be in the Highland Park cemetery.
John Kevin Kelly, Kirksville, Missouri, Kirksville Daily Express & Kirksville Daily News, 01 Nov 1951, p. 1, col. 5, Thursday
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Gilbert Kelm, living 3 miles north of Sand Hill, died of pneumonia on Monday the 6th inst., aged 84 years and 7 months. He had been a member of the M. E. church for many years. His remains were interred at the Bethel church on the same day.
Gilbert Kelm, Memphis, Missouri, Memphis Reveille, 9 Apr 1885, p. 3, col. 3
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FRANK E. KELSEY DIES HERE TODAY
Had Been Ill 10 Months; Rites Wednesday
Frank Emory Kelsey died this morning at 6:30 o’clock at his home at 302 North High Street. He has been sick the past ten months and bedfast four months.
Funeral services will be held at 2 o’clock Wednesday afternoon at the Church of the Nazarene, conducted by the Rev. Odis James, assisted by the Rev. Archie Cooper. Burial will be made in the Refuge Cemetery north of Kirksville. The body is lying in state at the Dee Riley Funeral Home.
Mr. Kelsey was born at Sandwich, Ill., a son of Samuel and Lucy Kelsey. He was married to Nellie Breeding and five children were born: Mrs. Phillip Lindquist, Mrs. Fred Lindquist, Willard Kelsey, and Harold Kelsey and Miss Cassie Kelsey, all of Kirksville. There are thirteen grandchildren and four great grandchildhen [sic].
His parents, brother and sister preceded him in death.
For the past thirty years he has lived on a farm north of Kirksville.
He was a member of the Church of the Nazarene.
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A little daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Chas. Kelsey died of Pneumonia fever and was laid to rest in the Bible Grove Cemetery Thursday. The funeral services were conducted by Rev. P. D. Holloway, of Milton, Iowa.
Little Daughter Kelsey, Memphis, Missouri, Memphis Reveille, 10 Jan 1907, Bible Grove column
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MRS. LUCY KELSEY, 94, DIES TODAY
Funeral Services at Refuge Church Thursday Afternoon.
Mrs. Samuel Kelsey, 94 years old, and familiarly known as “Grandma” Kelsey, died early this morning at the home of her son, F. E. Kelsey, of near Greentop. Death was due to heart trouble, and she had been ill only a few days.
Miss Lucy Smith was born in Leed’s County, Ontario, Canada, Oct. 22, 1841, a daughter of Willard and Drusilla Smith, and at the time of her death was 94 years, 11 months and 15 days old.
At an early age she moved with her parents and four sisters to Iowa where she lived several years. She was married to Samuel Kelsey in 1860 and to this union three children were born. Her husband, one son and one daughter preceded her in death. She is survived by one son, F. E. Kelsey, of near Greentop, one sister, Mrs. Wm. Hall, of Rudd, Ia., eight grandchildren, thirteen great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.
She was converted to the Christian faith when quite young and has ever been true to her Saviour, and a kind and loving counselor. She moved to Kirksville in 1911 and united with the Methodist Church at Refuge.
Funeral services will be held at Refuge Thursday afternoon at 2 o’clock, conducted by Rev. Sam Marcum, assisted by Rev. F. L. Ward and Rev. S. A. Rear. Burial in Refuge cemetery.
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David Kelso, 87, passed away [unreadable]nday, June 3, in Grim-Smith hospital where he had been several days with a broken hip.
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OBITUARY LAFE KENNEDY WHO DIED FEBRUARY 26
Benjamin Lafayette Kennedy was born at Parkersburg, West Virginia, December 20, 1864 and passed away at the Sacred Heart hospital, at Ft. Madison, Ia., where he had been a patient for several weeks, February 26, 1945. He was 80 years, two months and six days of age and had been very ill for almost three years, but bore his suffering with patience and hope in the future.
He was united in marriage to Laura Hesse, September 4, 1900, who survives with an adopted daughter, Betty Carl and granddaughter Juanita Carl, both of St. Louis. A foster daughter, Ruth Holcomb passed away in November, 1918, at the age of 13 years, and an adopted son, Leonard Beason Kennedy met a tragic death by drowning, August 15, 1929, at the age of 15 years.
The deceased united with the Richland Baptist church at an early age and his membership was with the Granger Baptist church at the time it was disorganized. His home was ever the home of the ministers, where they were accorded a royal welcome in so far as his ability allowed.
He was a member of the IOOF lodge at Memphis and of the bar association. He had been justice of the peace in Thomson township for many years and was serving in that capacity at the time of his death.
Besides the above mentioned members of his family, he is survived by three brothers; Dr. Marion Kennedy of Kirksville; T. P. Kennedy of Salem, Iowa and E. A. Kennedy of Burlington, Ia. Also a number of nieces and nephews, several of whom are now serving in the armed forces.
Funeral services were held from the Baptist church at Memphis, February 28, 1845 [1945], conducted by the Rev. Cleates E. Hanan, pastor of the First Baptist church of Fulton, Mo., assisted by the Rev. H. A. Bickers, pastor of the Baptist church at Memphis. Music was furnished by a quartet composed of Mrs. Winnie Overhulser of Ashton; Mrs. Mabel Overhulser, Kahoka; Clark Kennett and Lester Davis of Granger, They were…
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RITES FOR B. L. KENNEDY
Well Known Granger Man Had Been Ill Three Years
Benjamine Lafayette Kennedy was born at Parkersburg, West Virginia, December 20, 1864, and died at the Sacred Heart Hospital at Fort Madison, Iowa, Feb. 26, 1945, where he had been a patient for several weeks. He was 80 years old and had been very ill for almost 3 years.
He was united in marriage to Laura Mae Hesse, September 4, 1900, who survives with an adopted daughter, Betty Carl, and granddaughter, Juanita Carl, both of St. Louis. A foster daughter, Ruth Holcomb, passed away in November, 1918, and an adopted son, Leonard Beason Kennedy, met a tragic death by drowning August 15, 1929.
The deceased united with the Richland Baptist church at an early age and his membership was with the Granger Baptist church at the time it was disorganized.
He was a member of the I. O. O. F. lodge at Memphis and of the Bar Association. He had been Justice of the Peace in Thomson township for many years and was serving in that capacity at the time of his death.
Besides the above mentioned members of his family, he is survived by three brothers–Dr. Marion Kennedy of Kirksville, T. P. Kennedy of Salem, Iowa, and E. A. Kennedy of Burlington, Iowa.
Funeral services were held from the Baptist church at Memphis, Feb. 28, conducted by Rev. Cleates E. Hanan, pastor of the First Baptist church of Fulton, Mo., assisted by the Rev. H. A. Bickers, pastor of the Memphis church. Music was furnished by a quartet composed of Mrs. Winnie Overhulser of Ashton, Mrs. Mable Overhulser of Kahoka, Clark Kennett and Lester Davis of Granger, and accompanied by Mrs. Fred Krueger of Ashton, at the piano.
Body bearers were Albert Fairchild, Lealand Davis, Lawrence Smith, Albert Jones, Paul Foster and Joe Mendenhall of Granger. Burial was in the Granger cemetery.
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MRS. CARRIE KENNEDY DIES SUDDENLY HERE
Was Business Figure Here for Half-Century.
Mrs. Carrie M. Kennedy, 80 years old, a leading figure in Kirksville business life for over fifty years, died of a heart attack at her home in the Kennedy Apartments this morning at 9:15 o’clock. She had suffered from a heart ailment some time but was up and dressed this morning, preparing to start her usual day of activities, when she collapsed.
Funeral services will be Sunday afternoon at 2:30 o’clock at the Dee Riley Funeral home.
Mrs. Kennedy was born near Bloomington, Ill., Jan. 3, 1862, a daughter of Valentine and Margaret Miller. She moved with her parents to Macon in 1867 where they lived until coming to Kirksville in April of 1880. She was married to John M. Kennedy on Nov. 21, 1883.
Her husband established an implement and grain business on the site now occupied by the Stampers Produce Company. In 1889 he and Mrs. Kennedy utilized the second story of the building where his business was located to start Kirksville’s first telephone system. Mrs. Kennedy was the first operator. A few years later, when the telephone system was under steady growth, the exchange was moved to rooms over the Savings Bank building. Mrs. Kennedy went to Quincy, Ill, and purchased a switchboard, which she painted herself in the yard of her home before it was installed. The Kennedys, in conjunction with other Kirksvilleans [sic], also launched the first electric plant here.
The implement and grain business was sold in 1904. A year later the telephone company was sold to the Bell company and Mr. Kennedy was district manager until July10, 1910 when the district was consolidated with Hannibal. He was offered the managership of the larger district but declined because it would take him away from Kirksville. The light plant was sold in 1908. Mr. Kennedy died in 1914.
In 1915, Mrs. Kennedy’s father built the Princess Theatre building and Mrs. Kennedy operated it. Upon her father’s death, she became its owner. She built the Kennedy Theatre in 1925, the building also containing apartments which she has managed since then.
A member of the Episcopal Church, she was on the building committee when the Kirksville church was erected.
Mrs. Kennedy and the late Miss Belle Martin organized the Associated Board of Charities, which was for many years Kirksville’s agency for meeting needs of families in want. Later Mrs. Kennedy’s sister-in-law, Mrs. C. V. Miller, and Mrs. S. Jonas, became associated with the organization’s founders and carried on the work until their death. Mrs. Kennedy also was a charter member of the Cemetery Improvement Association and a member of the Sojourners Club.
Surviving her are one son, Sam M. Kennedy, a grand-daughter, Caroline Kennedy; one sister, Mrs. C. J. Baxter; one brother, Frank C. Miller, three nieces and two nephews.
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Mrs. Carrie Kennedy To Be Buried Today
The funeral for Mrs. Carrie M. Kennedy, 80, one of Kirksville’s leading business figures, who died of a heart attack here Thursday morning, is to be held this afternoon at 2:30 o’clock at the Dee Riley Funeral Home, conducted by the Rev. Charles C. Wilson, pastor of the Trinity Episcopal Church. Burial will be made in the Llewellyn Cemetery in the family burial lot
Music is to be by Miss Florence Ludy, soprano; Kenneth Gleason, pianist, and Miss Ann Dunbar, harpist.
The active pallbearers have been selected as follows: Horace Mills, Claude Sanders, J. Earl Hayes, Dr. Byron Bury, P. L. Sparks and Maurice Clark.
Honorary pallbearers: B. L. Bonfoey, S. H. Ellison, Victor White, Dr. C. E. Still, James Clark, Col. J. E. Rieger, Ethel Conner, C. B. Rich, R. B. McKinney, M. D. Campbell, Warner Mills, Dr. W. A. Jones and Dr. Ross Allen.
The flower girls are: Anna Spry Woolsey, Miss Ruth Story, Mrs. Laura Davis, Mrs. Julia Garth, Miss Bessie Tulley, Miss Elsie Byars, Mrs. Ardella Still, Mrs. C. D. Davis, Mrs. Victor White, Mrs. B. L. Bonfoey, Mrs. W. E. Shirley, Miss Hazel Scrivens, Mrs. Dorothy Dormen Richardson, Mrs. Eileen Higbee, Mrs. J. Earl Hayes and Miss Ollie Shott.
Carrie M. Kennedy, Kirksville, Missouri, Kirksville Daily Express, 22 Nov 1942, p. 5, col. 4, Sunday
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Mrs. Thomas Kennedy Dies in Washington
Word has been received here of the death on Dec. 14 of Mrs. Dora Bell Kennedy, 74, at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Nola Crawford, in Ellensbrugh [sic], Wash., after an illness of three years. She was the wife of Thomas B. Kennedy.
Mr. and Mrs. Kennedy went to Ellensburg three months ago from Kirksville to Make their home with their daughter.
Mrs. Kennedy was born in Indiana in 1864 and on Aug. 23, 1885 was married to Thomas B. Kennedy in Knoxville, Ia. To this union two daughters were born.
She is survived by her widower, two daughters, Mrs. Nola Crawford and Mrs. Grace Munden, of Kirksville, and two brothers, W. R. Fortner and George W. Fortner, of Knoxville, Ia. There are seven grandchildren and seven great grandchildren.
She was a member of the Christian Church. The funeral was held in Ellensburg.
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OBITUARY OF MRS. KENNEDY
Julia Agnes Poe, the sixth child of William and Letitia Poe was born September 22, 1840 and departed this life at her home near Hitt, Mo., May 20, 1924. Being at the time of her death, age 83 years, 7 months and 28 days old.
On January 23, 1862, she was united in marriage to William A. Kennedy, and to this union were born seven children, all of whom are living: B. L. Kennedy of Granger, Mo.; Mrs. Martha Gibbs of Vienna, Mo; Tomas P. Kennedy of Dallas City, Ill.; Dr. Marion A. Kennedy of Stiles, Ia.; and Mrs. W.W. Daniels and John G. Kennedy of Hitt. The son, John, having lived with and helped care for his aged parents for a number of years. Besides the children, she leaves her aged companion, 16 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren and her brother, Thomas Poe of Memphis, Mo., to mourn her loss.
For about forty years, Mother Kennedy has been an invalid and confined to her home, but through all her suffering she was always patient and was never heard to complain and although she was not able to visit neighbors, hers was a life that radiated love and good cheer to all who knew her and her memory will long be cherished in the hearts of her neighbors as well as her loved ones.
She was a member of the Richland Baptist church and was always loyal to her church and her God.
She was spared to raise her children to manhood and womanhood and hers is the first death in the immediate family.
Funeral services were held at Richland Baptist church, Wednesday evening at 2 o’clock. Services were conducted by Rev. Cleeton, afterwards the remains were laid to rest in the Richland cemetery.
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Kenneth Kennedy Services Held On Thursday
Kenneth E. Kennedy, son of Edgar Allen and Florence Barnes Kennedy, was born May 23, 1913, in Scotland County, Missouri, and died Monday, October 16, 1967, in Chicago, Illinois.
He was united in marriage to Ina June Burrus July 1939. To this union three sons were born: Allen Eugene, Richard Don, and Patrick Edwin.
Surviving are his wife, Ina: two sons, Patrick, of the home and Allen Eugene, a daughter-in-law, Mary Jo, and one granddaughter, Crystal, all of Chicago.
He is also survived by his mother, Mrs. Florence Kennedy of Burlington, Iowa; three brothers, Robert, Chicago, Charles, Burlington, Iowa, and John; one sister, Mrs. Howard (Betty) Martinez of Tuscon [sic], Arizona; several nieces and nephews; a host of other relatives and friends.
He was preceded in death by his father, Edgar Allen, in February 1954 and a son, Richard Don, October 1964.
Mr. Kennedy attended the public schools of Scotland County and high school in Bible Grove. He had been a member of the Sheet Metal Workers Local No. 73 union the past twenty-one years, working at the sheet metal trade in Chicago.
Funeral services were held Thursday, October 19, at 2 p.m. in the Gerth & Baskett Chapel, with the Rev. Howard Merchant officiating. Body bearers were Leland McRobert, Bill McRobert, Harry Kirkpatrick, Glen Doty, Harold Robinson and Richard Burrus. Burial was in Greensburg Cemetery.
Kenneth E. Kennedy, From Unknown Newspaper, 26 Oct 1967
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DR. M. F. KENNEDY IS DEAD
Was Born in the Bible Grove Community, Jan. 4, 1878
Dr. Marion Francis Kennedy, 71, of Sperry, died Monday afternoon, Jan. 2, in a Kirksville hospital, where he had been a patient since Dec. 29, says the Daily Express.
Funeral services were held at the Dee Riley Funeral Home yesterday afternoon at 1 o’clock conducted by Rev. J. M. Dawkins of Kirksville. Interment was in the Refuge cemetery.
Dr. Kennedy was the son of William A. and Julia Ann (Poe) Kennedy and was born in Scotland county, Jan. 4, 1878.
He was married June 10, 1909, to Martha Kerr and to this marriage two children were born. Mrs. Kennedy died Feb. 9, 1934, and he was also preceded in death by two brothers, B. L. Kennedy of Granger and John Kennedy and two sisters, Mrs. Maude Daniels and Mrs. Martha Gibbs.
He is survived by one son, Kermit of Russell, Kansas, and one daughter, Mrs. Mildred Ambrosia of Sperry: two brothers, Edgar A. Kennedy of Burlington, Iowa, and Thomas P. Kennedy, of Blandinsville, Ill.; three grandchildren, Jean Kay and James Kennedy of Russell, Kan., and Ward Ambrosia, of Sperry.
Dr. Kennedy was graduated from the Barnes College of Medicine at St. Louis in 1907 and prior to that time he attended Keokuk Medical College. He practiced medicine in Scotland county, near Bible Grove, until 1916 when he moved to Sperry.
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DR. MARION F. KENNEDY, OF SPERRY, DIES
Was Patient in Hospital Here; Funeral Services Wednesday
Dr. Marion Francis Kennedy, 71, of Sperry, died Monday afternoon in a Kirksville hospital where he had been a patient since Dec. 29.
Funeral services will be held at the Dee Riley Funeral Home Wednesday afternoon at one o’clock, conducted by Rev. J. M. Dawkins, of Kirksville. Interment will be in the Refuge cemetery.
Dr. Kennedy was the son of William A. and Julia Ann (Poe) Kennedy and was born in Scotland county, Jan. 4, 1878.
He was married June 10, 1909 to Martha Kerr and to this marriage two children were born. Mrs. Kennedy died Feb. 9, 1934, and he was also preceded in death by two brothers, B. L. and John, and two sisters, Mrs. Maude Daniels and Mrs. Martha Gibbs.
He is survived by one son, Kermit, of Russell, Kan., and one daughter, Mrs. Mildred Ambrosia, of Sperry; two brothers, Edgar A. Kennedy, of Burlington, Iowa, and Thomas P. Kennedy, of Blandinsville, Ill.; three grandchildren, Jean Kay and James Kennedy, of Russell, Kan., and Ward Ambrosia, of Sperry.
Dr. Kennedy was graduated from the Barnes College of Medicine at St. Louis in 1907 and prior to that time he attended Keokuk Medical College, Keokuk, Iowa. He practiced medicine in Scotland county, near Bible Grove, until 1916 when he moved to Sperry. He had been active in the field of medicine until about five years ago when his health failed.
The body will lie in state at the Dee Riley Funeral Home.
Bearers will be Maurice Pickens, Albert Wagner, N. L. Ditmars, Orville Cragg, Chester Purvis and William Eagen.
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KIRKSVILLE WOMAN DIES IN CINCINNATI
Funeral of Mrs. Seth Kennedy To Be Held Tomorrow
Mrs. Mattie Conner Kennedy, widow of Seth Kennedy, who died last spring, died Saturday at the home of her sister, Dr. Mattie [Mary] Conner, in Cincinnati, Ohio. The body will arrive in Kirksville this afternoon and funeral services will be held tomorrow afternoon at 2 o’clock at the Davis & Wilson funeral parlor. The service will be conducted by the Rev. F. W. Condit.
Mrs. Kennedy was a life-long resident of Adair county, and was the daughter of Mrs. Anne Conner, of 814 South First street. Besides her mother she leaves her daughter, Mrs. Marion Myers, south of Kirksville, five sisters, Mrs. Laura Draper, of Liscomb, Tex., Mrs. Bessie Otey, of California; Dr. Mary Conner, of Cincinnati; Dr. Sallie Conner, of Chicago; Mrs. Annie Lamb, of Pasadena, Calif.; three brothers, Dr. W. J. Conner, of Kansas City, Mo.; David Conner, of Phenix, Ariz.; and Charles Conner, of Albuquerque, N. M.
Mrs. Kennedy was well known in the county and a host of friends extend their sympathy to the bereaved relatives.
Mattie (Conner) Kennedy, Kirksville, Missouri, Kirksville Daily Express, 20 Nov 1922, p. 1, col. 3, Monday
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THOMAS P. KENNEDY DIES AT BLANDINSVILLE, ILL
Thomas P. Kennedy, 77, former resident of Scotland county died at his home in Blandinsville, Ill., Monday. Funeral services were held at 2:30 yesterday afternoon at Hitt conducted by Rev. Roy Goodell of Blandinsville.
Mr. Kennedy was born in Missouri, April 11, 1874, the son of William and Julia Kennedy and moved in later life to Salem, Ia. He moved with his wife, five years ago to Blandinsville, Ill.
He is survived by his widow, the former Delia Barnhart, whom he married in 1905, two daughters and a son, Mrs. Beulah Baker of Kahoka, Mrs. Marguerite Slusher of Mesa, Arizona, and Edwin Kennedy of Carthage, a brother Edgar Kennedy of Burlington[.] He is also survived by 17 grandchildren and 17 great grandchildren.
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OBITUARY
Wm. A. Kennedy was born in Virginia, April 23, 1843, and departed this life Sept. 5, 1927, being at the time of his death 84 years, 4 months and 13 days old. He was married to Julia Poe in February, 1862, and to this union were born 7 children, five sons and two daughters, all of whom are living and are present today. B. L. Kennedy of Granger, Mo., Dr. M. F. of Sperry, Mo., T. P. of Dallas City, Ill., Mrs. Martha Gibbs of Vienna, Mo., and John and Ed. and Mrs. Ella Daniels of Memphis. Besides the children he leaves to mourn their loss 16 grandchildren, 12 great grandchildren, and a host of other relatives and friends. He was a soldier in the Civil War and fought with the 11th Virginia Regiment. He has lived in his present earthly home 46 years and was always a kind neighbor and loyal citizen. His devoted companion preceded him in death on May 20th, 1924. He has been a member of the Richland Baptist church for over 40 years, but on account of the invalid companion and his own infirmity, he has not been able to attend church for several years. Funeral services were conducted at the Richland church by Rev. W. M. Cleeton, and the body was laid to rest in the cemetery there.
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MRS. C. C. KENNETT IS DEAD
Well Known Granger Woman Succumbs at Kirksville
Mrs. C. C. Kennett of Granger died at a Kirksville hospital last Friday, April 8, at 8:10 p.m. Funeral services were conducted by Rev. D. F. Woolery and Rev. Dan Newland at the Granger Methodist church Monday afternoon at 2 o’clock and interment was in the Granger cemetery.
Pall bearers were Harold Daggs, William Smith, Morris Snyder, Reuben Jones, Dow Cravens and Elmer J. Weyand.
Music was in charge of Mrs. Elmer Weyand.
Her maiden name was Eva Winnifred Lawrence. She was born on December 1, 1907, at Craig, Mo., the daughter of Fred and Emma Lawrence. She was graduated from the Mound City high school with the class of 1925, attended Stephens College, Columbia, and received her B. S. degree from the University of Missouri.
She was married on June 19, 1930, to Charles Clark Kennett. They have one daughter, Mary Winnifred Kennett.
She served several years as first national president of Zeta-Mu-Epsilon, social sorority. She was an active member of the Methodist church, serving as district treasurer several years. She taught several years at Granger and other towns.
She is survived by her husband and daughter, her mother, Mrs. Emma Lawrence of Mound City, Mo.; one brother, Neil Lawrence of Gainesville, Mo.; two sisters, Mrs. Earl Gillis, Mound City, and Mrs. Harry Ewing of Copper, Iowa.
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The child of Elijah Kenoyer, east of Sand Hill, died on the 1st inst., aged 2 years. Sand Hill, Dec 2, 1876.
Child Kenoyer, Memphis, Missouri, Memphis Reveille, 7 Dec 1876, p. 3, col. 3, Thursday
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Services For Cordelia Kenoyer Were Held Monday
Cordelia R. Kenoyer, daughter of Samuel and Cordelia Boyer Leslie was born in Scotland County, Missouri, August 30, 1877, and departed this life at the home of her niece, Mrs. Sylvia Parrish, in Gorin, Missouri, October 12, 1968, at the age of 91 years, 1 month, and 13 days.
With the exception of a few years spent in the Dakotas, she had lived her entire life in Scotland County.
She was a member of the Rutledge Methodist Church and W.S.C.S. She remained an active member as long as her health permitted.
She was united in marriage to M. O. Kenoyer at Memphis, Missouri, on January 30, 1901.
There were no children born to this union but they took a niece, Mrs. Sylvia Parris [sic], of Gorin, Missouri, into their home when she was a small child and raised her as their own.
She is survived by two sisters, Mrs. Barbara Morgan of Keokuk, Iowa, and Mrs. Jossie Orr of Missoula, Montana; many nieces and nephews, who loved her and will cherish her memory.
Funeral services were held Monday, October 14, 1968, at 2 p.m. in the Gerth & Baskett Chapel, Memphis, Mo. Rev. Barbara Barnett officiated. Burial was in Pauline Cemetery. Body bearers were Estel Leslie, James Janssen, Vic Smith, Lloyd Ammons, Lee Gardner and Ray Andrew.
Cordelia R. Kenoyer, From Unknown Newspaper, 17 Oct 1968
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ELMORE KENT, 92, DIES NEAR HURDLAND
Funeral Here Sunday; Burial at Bear Creek.
Elmore Kent, 92, former resident of Kirksville, died at 10:30 o’clock this morning at the home of his daughter, Mrs. W. S. Strait, three and one-half miles northeast of Hurdland.
The body was brought to the Summers & Powell Funeral Home to lie in state until the funeral, which will be held there at 2 o’clock Sunday afternoon. Interment will be in Bear Creek Cemetery.
Mr. Kent was born Feb. 10, 1851, in the vicinity of Kirksville and had lived here practically all of his life until three years ago, when he moved to Hurdland. He was at one time employed as a well-digger.
Mr. Kent was preceded in death by his wife, the former Maggie Heckman, who died Jan. 28, 1935. Surviving are two daughters, Mrs. W. S. Strait, and Mrs. Susie Rice, of Wyoming.
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L. I. Kent, Green City Citizen, Dies
Funeral Services at Green City Friday Afternoon.
L. I. Kent, 75, of Green City, died yesterday in a local hospital. Funeral services will be held tomorrow at two o’clock at the Green City Presbyterian Church conducted by the Rev. William Fraley. Burial will be in the Hawkeye Cemetery.
Mr. Kent was the son of Harrison and Elizabeth Kent and was born July 18, 1870, near Kiddville, Mo. He was united in marriage March 23, 1890, to Naomi Walker, and to this union six girls were born, Mrs. Emma Mitchell and Mrs. Alta Wade, of Green City; Daisy, who preceded him in death; Mrs. Golda Law, of Casper, Wyo.; Mrs. Lota Drury, of Brashear; and Mrs. Gladys Albertson, of Columbia. He is survived by his wife and five daughters, fifteen grandchildren, seven great grandchildren, one brother, W. T. Kent, of Green City, two sisters, Mrs. Rebbeca [sic] Foster, Los Angeles, Calif., and Mrs. Bell Miller, of Milan. He united with the Church of God at Hawkeye fifty years ago.
Pall bearers will be: Clyde Miller, Emery Miller, Fred Miller, Glenn Miller, Elmer Walker, Glenn Walker.
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Death of Mrs. Isaac Kent May 20
Mrs. Josie Barrickman was called to Des Moines on Monday to attend the funeral of her sister, Mrs. Ike Kent. Who died of cancer at her home in that city on Saturday, May 20, aged 45 years.
She is survived by three children – George and Mrs. Edna Randolph of Des Moines and Estel, who is in the U. S. Navy, and three sisters, Mrs. Ida Smith of Ft. Collins, Colo., Mrs. Josie Barrickman of Memphis and Mrs. Susie Sullivan of Kansas City, Kansas. All were present at the funeral services except the son, Estell.
Mrs. Isaac Kent, Memphis, Missouri, Memphis Reveille, 25 May 1933, p. 1, col. 2
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RONALD MERL KENT
Ronald Merl Kent, son of Mr. and Mrs. V. M. Kent of southeast of town died Wednesday night, August 7, at the age of three months and 24 days. He was born April 17.
Left to mourn are his parents, two sisters, Carolyn Ann and Mary Louise, two half-sisters, Mrs. Derrald Hardman of Memphis and Luella Kent of Milton, Iowa, two grandfathers and other relatives.
Funeral services were held Thursday afternoon at two o’clock conducted by A. B. Billmann, pastor of the Christian church and interment was made in the Union cemetery.
Ronald Merl Kent, Memphis, Missouri, Memphis Reveille, 15 Aug 1940, p. 1, col. 3
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WILLIAM T. KENT DIES IN GREEN CITY
Funeral Services Will Be Held There Tuesday Afternoon
Green City, Mo., Aug. 16. (Special)—William Thomas Kent, 89, died at 3:15 o’clock this morning at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Ora Martin, in this city.
Funeral services will be held at 2 o’clock Tuesday afternoon in the Methodist Church, conducted by the pastor, the Rev. H. R. Tate. Burial will be in the Hawkeye Cemetery, west of here.
He was a son of Harrison and Jane Phillips Kent and was born June 6, 1859, at Waynesville, Pa.
At the age of five years he came to Missouri with his parents and they settled on a farm 3 ½ miles southwest of Green City near the Yellow Creek Church.
He was married to Miss Mary Alice Bailey on Feb. 2, 1882, and to them eleven children were born, five of them preceding their father in death, Clarence, Ray, Bernie, Rama and Faye Kent. Surviving are Mrs. Ora Martin and Glen E. Kent of Green City, Lynn B. Kent of San Antonio, Texas, Claud J. Kent and Scott E. Kent of Quincy, Ill., and Karl B. Kent of Phoenix, Ariz. Mrs. Kent died May 26, 1933.
Three brothers and three sisters also preceded the deceased in death. The two surviving sisters are Mrs. Earl Miller of Green City and Mrs. Rebecca Foster of Los Angeles, Calif. There are also 18 grandchildren, 38 great grandchildren and one great great grandchild.
Mr. and Mrs. Kent retired from the farm about 20 years ago and moved to Green City.
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MRS. MYRA G. KENWORTHY, 60, DIES TODAY
Wife of A. Z. Kenworthy To Be Buried at Albia, Ia.
Mrs. Myra G. Kenworthy, 60 years old, wife of A. Z. Kenworthy, died this morning at 1:30 o’clock at her home at 518 North Baltimore Street.
Death was attributed to complications of disease.
Mrs. Kenworthy had been a resident of Kirksville for twenty-five years, she and her husband coming here from Albia, Ia.
Brief obsequies are to be held at the Dee Riley Funeral Home Saturday afternoon at 2 o’clock. The funeral will be held at Albia Sunday afternoon at 2 o’clock and burial will be made there.
Mrs. Kenworthy was born at Albia, Jan. 17, 1877, a daughter of B. C. and Emma Searcy. She was married to A. Z. Kenworthy 38 years ago and one daughter, Vera, now Mrs. G. E. Brooker, Canton, O., was born to them.
Surviving are her husband, daughter, her mother, Mrs. Emma Searcy, of Albia, Ia., and two brothers, Floyd Searcy, Kirksville, and Fay Searcy, Albia.
Mrs. Kenworthy was a member of the Methodist Episcopal Church here.
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J. B. KEPHART DIES HERE; WAS 92 YEARS OLD
Funeral Services Will Be Held on Monday Afternoon
James B. Kephart, 92, one of the oldest residents of Kirksville, died at his home at 709 W. Link early Saturday morning.
Funeral services will be held Monday afternoon at two o’clock at the Davis Funeral Chapel, 202 E. Washington, where the body lies in state. The services will be in charge of Rev. C. E. Davis, pastor of the South Side Baptist Church. Interment will be in the Collett cemetery.
He was the son of John and Margaret (Legen) Kephart and was born at Frankford, Ind., on May 2, 1859. He was married to Minerva Ennis Young in Kirksville, June 29, 1879. Seven children were born to them, three of whom preceded him in death. Three sisters and six brothers preceded him in death.
He is survived by his wife, one daughter, Mrs. Eva Capan, three sons, Burt, John and Aurel, of Kirksville, and vicinity; two brothers, Ike, of Youngstown, and Thomas, of Garden City, Kan.
Bearers will be: Frank Cooper, Edward Smith, Otis Williams, Vernie Lloyd Floyd Vincent and Willie Baiotto.
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Mrs. Daniel Kephart, a former resident of Kirksville, died Friday, May 13, at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Ruth Haun, at Olathe, Kas., following a paralytic stroke and hemorrhage of the brain on April 23.
Mrs. Daniel Kephart, Brashear, Missouri, The Brashear News, 19 May 1932, p. 4, col. 2, Kikrsville Col.
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ROSALIE KEPHART, AGED 2, DIES TODAY
Rosalie, the two-year-old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Isaac Kephart, died this morning at their home on Locust street. The burial will be held at Bear Creek cemetery tomorrow.
Rosalie Kephart, Kirksville Missouri, Kirksville Daily Express, 15 Apr 1918, p. 1, col. 5, Monday
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Ed Kerkove Services Held On Tuesday
Ed Kerkove passed away at the Van Buren Memorial Hospital in Keosauqua, Iowa, on Sunday, October 15, 1967.
He was born March 4, 1881, in Iowa County, Iowa, near North English. He was the youngest son of Hannah and Charles Kerkove, and is the last of the family of seven children.
In September 1905 he was united in marriage to Addie May Bair, who preceded him in death in 1963. They lived near What Cheer, Iowa, in Keokuk county until 1919, when they moved to a farm near Milton until 1953, when he moved to a farm near Memphis, Missouri. He lived in Missouri until the spring of 1963 when he came back to the Milton community. Ed was a well known farmer, stock buyer and operated a truck for many years. He had been in failing health the last few years.
He is survived by one son, Ernest Kerkove, of Milton; two daughters, Cora Koch, of Keosauqua and Grace Hall, of Milton; two grandsons, five great grandchildren, other relatives and many friends.
Services were held at the Wellborn Funeral Home, Tuesday, October 17, at 2:00 p.m., with Rev. Herbert Phillips in charge. Interment was in Sunnyside Cemetery.
Ed Kerkove, From Unknown Newspaper, 26 Oct 1967
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Mrs. Fred Kerner died Friday at 2 a.m. and the funeral was held Sunday at 11 a.m. She was one of the oldest residents of this town and leaves a husband, five sons and two daughters.
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Death of Dr. Kernodle.
Last week the JOURNAL contained a brief notice of the death of Dr. Harvey G. Kernodle, at his home in Santa Ana, California, April 29. Dr. Kernodle lived in Kirksville and vicinity for a number of years before going to California and was well and favorably known here. He was married in this city to Miss Della Collins, who was also well known and admired by all. Dr. Kernodle was a brave soldier during the late war and his early demise was caused by disease contracted in the service. He was an enthusiastic Grand Army man and his remains were taken to their last resting place by the members of the G. A. R. Post, of his last earthly home, who engaged in the sad rites of burying a comrade with the solemn service of the G. A. R. Dr. Kernodle was in 1866-7 connected with this paper. Below will be found an account of his death, from the Santa Ana Free Press:
The many friends and acquaintances of Dr. H. Gregg Kernodle were pained at an early hour this morning when the news reached them of that gentleman’s sudden departure from his earthly home, his friends and dear ones.
The Doctor was on the streets yesterday enjoying his usual health and attending to the business of his office the same that he has from day to day for months past. During the afternoon he, in company with Dr. M. S. Jones, were out riding together; and at that time he made no complaint of being unwell or indisposed in the least. He returned home about six o’clock and after eating a hearty supper, walked down town and after chatting as usual with friends in the vicinity of the post office, walked up to his office where he remained until about half past eight o’clock. At a few minutes after nine o’clock he returned home again and soon retired, as he was a believer in the old proverb, “early to bed and early to rise makes a man healthy, wealthy and wise.”
About 11:30 o’clock he awoke and experiencing some queer sensations in the vicinity of his heart, called to his wife and told her he wished she would do something for him. She got up at once and began attending him but as he grew rapidly worse, a physician was sent for. Dr. Davis soon arrived and under his care the patient began to rest easier. Along toward morning Dr. Davis took his departure, stating however, before he left that he would return early in the morning to see how his patient was progressing.
About 7:30 o’clock Mrs. Kernodle who was sitting by the bedside, was horrified to see her husband fall back on his pillow with a deathly pallor on his face. Fearing the worst she hastened to her next door neighbor for assistance and on returning was stricken with grief to find her husband dead, death having been almost instantaneous with him
The doctor has been a long sufferer of aneurism of the heart and he has frequently told his friends that he was liable to die almost instantly. He was examined by the Los Angeles Medical Society a few months ago and was told that his life was very uncertain.
The funeral services will be held tomorrow at 2 o’clock, in the Congregational Church. All friends and acquaintances are invited to attend.
Dr. H. Gregg Kernodle was born in Boone county, Indiana, October 26, 1844. He was married to Miss Della Collins, of Kirksville, Missouri, on December 29th, 1869. In 1882 he came with his family to Oakland, California, where he lived until the fall of 1885, when he came to Santa Ana, where he has since resided and engaged in the practice of his profession.
The family consisted of the Doctor, his wife, and two beautiful girls, Misses Annie, age 18, and Flora age 5 years.
The father’s death is a severe blow to the family and friends and yet it is not an unexpected death even though it was sudden.
Dr. Harvey Gregg Kernodle, Kirksville, Missouri, The Kirksville Journal, 15 May 1890, p. 4, col. 5
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A. V. KERNS SUCCUMBS TO HEART ATTACK
Contractor Dies While Loading Logs On Truck
Alexander Vaughn (“Alex”) Kerns, 64 years old, business man in Kirksville and Greencastle over forty-five years, died of a heart attack Friday afternoon at 3:45 o’clock while helping load some walnut logs on a truck at the Walt Bundy farm near here.
He suffered a heart attack a month ago and had not been strong since then. He and Wayne McGrath had loaded several logs Friday and were just getting ready to move to another site when Mr. Kerns exclaimed:
“Wayne, I feel dizzy.”
He immedately [sic] collapsed and within a few minutes was dead.
The funeral is to be held Tuesday afternoon at 2 o’clock at the Dee Riley Funeral Home here, conducted by the Rev. H. H. Snider, pastor of the Methodist Church, and burial will be made in the Forest Cemetery. His body is lying in state at the funeral home.
Mr. Kerns operated a hardware store at Greencastle as a young man, starting when 18 years of age. He engaged in timber business when the I. & St. L. railway was being built and later was a livestock and grain dealer in Kirksville. He also ran a grocery store here. For the past fifteen years he has been a road contractor.
Mr. Kerns was born Oct. 16, 1877, northeast of Kirksville in Adair County, Missouri, a son of James S. and Mary Anna Kerns. He was married to Eva Comstock in 1898 and four children were born, one of whom died when four years old. His father died in 1883 and his mother on Dec. 18, 1941. His wife also preceded him in death several years ago.
Surviving are three sons, Roy Kerns, North Sacramento, Calif.; Kenneth and Francis Kerns, San Diego, Calif.; and two half-brothers, Jess Lorton, Kirksville, and George Lorton, Alamosa, Colo.
He was a member of the Methodist Church.
Mr. Kerns and Jess Lorton were living at 315 North Franklin Street at the time of his death.
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Erma Kerr Dies At Age Of 83
Erma C. Kerr, daughter of Jacob and Amelia Wollam, was born in Van Buren County, Ia. November 8, 1887, and passed away in Bloomfield hospital on April 9, 1961 at the age of 83 years, five months and one day.
She was united in marriage to Oliver Kerr, December 2, 1894. To this union three sons were born, Clarence, who died in infancy, Clyde, who lives on farm near Cantril, Iowa, and Owen, who is a Methodist minister in Brighton, Mass.
They lived on the farm until 1922 when she with her husband moved to Memphis, where they made many friends.
Erma was a member of Rebecca lodge and a faithful worker in the Methodist church as long as her health permitted.
She leaves to mourn her death two sons, four grandsons, three granddaughters, two great grandsons and one great granddaughter, and a host of relatives and friends.
Funeral services were held from the Methodist church in Memphis Wednesday, April 12th at 2 p.m. conducted by Rev. J. Frederick Lawson. Burial in the Prairie View cemetery.
Body bearers were J. B. Kerr, Thomas Kerr, Charles Kerr, Leslie Kerr, Joe Kerr Jr. and Lee Barrows.
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Grandma Kerr died of old age Sunday of last week at her son, Samuel Kerr’s, and was buried at McGrady Church on Monday.
Grandma Kerr, Memphis, Missouri, Memphis Reveille, 6 Jan 1898, p. 2, col. 2, Bible Grove Column
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H. A. KERR DIED AT 84
WAS BORN AND LIVED SUDDESSFUL LIFE IN THIS COUNTY
Funeral services for H. A. Kerr at his home two miles northeast of Memphis Sunday afternoon were largely attended, as Mr. Kerr had been a resident of Scotland county for many years and was well known and well liked by all.
He died at his home after an extended illness Friday night, December 19, at 10:30 o’clock.
It was his request that his life-long friend, Rev. Dan Newland read the service. Mr. Kerr also requested the following to act as body bearers– Walter Warren, Ross Leach, Ross Craven, Arch Riebel, George Leslie, Ice Dunlap and Ross Cone. These last requests were complied with.
Mr. Kerr, who was better known as “Lew” Kerr, was a well-to-do farmer and had lived in the county most of his life. During his younger years, he lived on a farm belonging to the late G. E. Leslie and they carried on a successful partnership until Mr. Kerr bought a farm of his own in the Hitt community on which they built a home.
Mr. Kerr sold that farm and moved to Memphis where they built a home in 1918, the exact counterpart of their farm home, one block east of the high school building.
Mr. Kerr and family, however, were not satisfied with life in town, and after a motor trip to California, he bought the farm northeast of Memphis where the family has since resided.
While Mr. Kerr was a successful farmer and livestock raiser, he was also found of flowers and the more beautiful things of life. His home was always a beauty spot in the neighborhood and there were beautiful flowers about his yard and garden. At his death, his friends, remembering this, were liberal with many beautiful floral offerings.
Henry A. Kerr was born in Scotland county on March 2, 1857, and was over 84 years of age at the time of his death. He was married to Miss Inda Drummond on March 1, 1881. To this union, eight children were born, two having preceded him in death, one in infancy and Mrs. Fred Dodd, who died on Sept. 1, 1918, at Bedison, Mo.
In addition to the wife, he is survived by the following children–Mrs. Clarence Hanks, Ravenwood [Ravenswood], Mo.; Miss Helen Kerr, Quincy, Ill.; Miss Nettie Kerr, Mrs. Newell Baker, Mrs. Paul Cone and Harley L. Kerr, all of Memphis.
He is also survived by one brother and two sisters, Will Kerr of Hutchinson, Kansas; Mrs. Eva Shaw of Greentop, Mo., and Mrs. Janie Hannon of San Luis Obispo, Calif.
Interment was in the Memphis cemetery.
Those from a distance to attend the funeral were W. S. Kerr, Hutchinson, Kansas; Mrs. George Kerr and son, Chris, Birmingham, Iowa; Mr. and Mrs. Irwin Xander, Moberly, Mo.; Jennie Thompson, Grace Vollrath, George Cross and Gene Atkinson, Quincy.
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Military Funeral
Body of John Kerr Buried With Military Honors Sunday, October 16, 1921
Over 2500 people were present at the Prairie View church, three miles south of Cantril, Iowa, last Sunday, where the body of John Kerr was laid to rest.
John was killed in action in the Argonne Forrest drive Sept. 28, 1918.
The body arrived from France about a week ago and was sent to Cantril, Iowa.
Ex-Soldiers and Sailors and Legion members met at the home in Cantril and escorted the body to the Prairie View church. Upon arriving at the church the Ex-Soldiers formed two columns facing each other, while the body in charge of the pall bearers marched slowly between the columns to a platform in front of the church. As the body passed along each soldier smartly saluted the body of the man who gave his life for his country.
The funeral services were in charge of the Verne Stone Post of the American Legion, assisted by a number of ex-soldiers of Cantril, Milton, Keosauqua, and Mr. Sterling. Approximately fifty soldiers and sailors were present in uniform.
The services were conducted by Rev. James Shultz of Granger, Mo., assisted by Rev. C.K. Green of Arbela, Missouri.
John H. Kerr, youngest son of Mr. And Mrs. Charles Kerr, of Cantril, Iowa, was born near Memphis, Mo., May 7, 1896. He was killed in France in the Argonne Forest offensive, Sept. 28, 1918. Age 22 years, 4 months and 21 days. He leaves to mourn his father and mother, three sisters and two brothers, Mrs. Fred Nelson of Arbela, Mo., Mrs. Gene F. Racey, of Gorin, Mo., Mrs. Henry Johnston and Wesley E. Kerr of Mt. Sterling, Iowa, and William Kerr, of Cantril, Iowa.
The floral offerings were beautiful and the family greatly appreciated the kind acts of their friends in their sorrow.
Due to the large crowd the funeral was held in the church yard. Immediately after the service the body was taken to the grave some distance from the church escorted by the fifty soldiers and sailors in uniform and buried with military honors.
John H. Kerr, Memphis, Missouri, Memphis Democrat, 20 Oct 1921, p. 1, col. 1
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GRANDSON OF E. E. BOHRERS DIES IN IDAHO
Dr. E. E. Bohrer received word this morning of the death of his grandson, Karl, oldest child of Dr. and Mrs. Marion Kerr of Kellogg, Ida. His death occurred this morning at 2:30 o’clock. The child had been in declining health for sometime.
Mrs. Kerr will be remembered here as Miss Ernestine Bohrer. Dr. Kerr is a graduate of the K. C. O. S.
Mrs. E. E. Bohrer left Kirksville Monday evening for Kellogg in response to a message telling of the child’s critical illness.
Karl Kerr, Kirksville, Missouri, Kirksville Daily Express, 21 Jan 1942, p. 3, col. 3
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Mary Jeanne Kerr, 3, dies of Leukemia
W. L. Hubley, who lives north of Kirksville, received a message Sunday morning telling of the death of his three-year-old niece, Mary Jeanne Kerr, daughter of Charles S. and Juliet Kerr, of Bremerton, Wash. Death was due to leukemia.
Funeral services and interment will be at Bremerton Wednesday afternoon.
Mrs. Kerr is the former Juliet Hubley, formerly of Glenwood. She is a sister of W. L. Hubley and Mrs. Leo Samuels, of Kirksville, and Mrs. Walter Hounsman [Hounsom], of Glenwood.
Mary Jeanne Kerr, Kirksville, Missouri, Kirksville Daily Express, 23 Jan 1950, p. 2, col. 4, Monday
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William Kerr Services Held On Monday
William Lorenzo Kerr, son of Charles W. and Mattie L. Highfill Kerr, was born June 18, 1894, seven miles southwest of Memphis, Missouri, in the McAdow neighborhood. He departed this life at 3:00 P.M. on Saturday, October 28, 1967, at the Davis County Hospital in Iowa after a lingering illness, at the age of 73 years, 4 months, and 10 days.
At the age of seven he, with his family, moved near Asbury, Missouri.
On September 1, 1915, he was united in marriage to Beulah F. Miller and to this union two children were born: Clark M. Kerr of Gorin, Missouri, and Cleva M. Kerr of Carlisle, Iowa.
He was preceded in death by his father and mother: two brothers, John, who was killed in World War I, and Wesley; and one sister, Mrs. Esta Racey.
He leaves to mourn his passing: his companion, Beulah; one son, Clark, and his wife, Sybil; one daughter, Cleva, and her husband, Stanley; two grandsons, Leon Kerr, and his wife, Dorothy, of Burlington, Iowa, Bruce Kerr of Carlisle, Iowa; two great-grandchildren, David and Sherry Kerr, of Garden Grove, California; two sisters, Mrs. Edith Nelson of Arbela, Missouri and Mrs. Edna Johnston of Memphis, Missouri; several nieces and nephews and a great many friends.
Funeral services were conducted by Rev. Barbara Barnett Monday, October 30th at 2:00 P.M. from the Prairie View Methodist Church with burial in the Prarie [sic] View Cemetery. His six nephews served as body bearers.
William Lorenzo Kerr, From Unknown Newspaper, 6 Nov 1967
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Mrs. Chas Kesling Dead
Mrs. Chas. Kesling, who had been a sufferer for many months from consumption, died last Sunday at noon on her thirty-third birthday anniversary. Mrs. Kesling was born and raised in this county and has lived near Azen. Funeral services were conducted by Rev. Renfrow, of Milton, Iowa, at 2 o’clock Monday at the Prairie View Church, and the remains were buried in the church yard cemetery. One son nine years old, her husband, father, mother, two brothers and a sister remain to mourn the loss of the on departed. Mrs. Kesling was a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. T.T. Miller. A large concourse of sorrowing friends attended the funeral.
Mrs. Chas. Kesling, Memphis, Memphis, Memphis Democrat, 8 May 1902
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Charles Ketchum Services Held Saturday Afternoon
Charles William Ketchum, born in Scotland County, Missouri, July 30, 1889, passed away October 5, 1972. He was the son of Jesse Wm. and Catherine Orr Ketchum.
On March 25, 1908, he was married to Elsie Ina Hendricks. Three children were born to this marriage, Wilma, Dean and Agnes.
He is survived by his wife and one daughter, Wilma Ketchum; and two grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; four brothers; two children, Dean and Agnes.
He was a member of the Baptist Church.
Funeral services were held at the Gerth and Baskett Chapel, Memphis, Missouri, on Saturday, October 7, 1:30 p.m. The Rev. Ernest Deatrick officiated. Burial was in Camp Ground Cemetery. Body bearers were nephews.
Charles William Ketchum, From Unknown Newspaper, 12 Oct 1972
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JAMES EDWARD KETCHUM DIED AT AGE OF 90 YEARS
James Edward Ketchum, son of Hampton B. and Margaret B. Ketchum, was born in Scotland county, June 7, 1862 and departed this life, September 12 ,1952 at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Basil Arnold of Downing, Mo., at the age of 90 years, three months and five days.
He was united in marriage to Miss Lenna E. Harbison, August 13, 1884 and to this union six children were born, three sons and three daughters.
He was preceded in death by his wife, who passed away on September 12, 1930, exactly 22 years before him. One son William Olin, one sister, Mandy; one half-sister, Alice and three half-brothers, Willie, Monroe and Thadie also preceded him in death.
Those surviving are Ellis, Arthur, Mrs. Laura Jackson, Mrs. Alpha Arnold and Mrs. Lucille Hale of Downing.
He united with the McGrady Cumberland Presbyterian church at an early age, serving as elder for a number of years. He was also a member of the Middle Fabius Lodge No. 244, AF&AM at Downing for a period of 50 years.
He was a kind and loving husband and father and a neighbor who was willing to lend a helping hand to the needy. He leaves to mourn his loss five children, 10 grandchildren, 18 great grandchildren and two half-brothers, Virgil and Loyd of Moberly, Mo. Thus ends the life of an old pioneer who will be greatly missed by all.
Funeral services were conducted Sunday, September 14, 1952 at the Downing Peoples Church by Rev. Edward Beall, pastor of the First Presbyterian church of Memphis. Music was furnished by a male quartet composed of Harry West, Dee Rife, Charley Riley and Jim Kincheloe, accompanied by Mrs. Dee Rife.
Burial was in Downing cemetery. Services were under the direction of Moore Funeral Home.
James Edward Ketchum, Memphis, Missouri, Memphis Reveille, 25 Sep 1952, p. 2. col. 5
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Downing Woman Died Suddenly Saturday
Mary Catherine, daughter of Harrison and Sarah Ann Orr, was born March 31, 1851, in Pendelton County, Kentucky. She was united in marriage to Jesse William Ketchum March 20, 1877.
To this union was born five sons James Robert who died July 29, 1909; Oscar E., George H. and Cleveland T., all of Scotland county, and Charles W., of St. Charles, Mo.
She united with the Christian church at Bible Grove in 1871. She moved from Kentucky with her parents to Schuyler county, Mo., when four years of age and her later life was spent in and near Downing. She died October 5, 1929. She leaves the four sons; two sisters, Mrs. Susan Jackson and Mrs. Isabelle Updyke, of Downing. Her companion preceded her in death years ago. She leaves fourteen grand-children and three great grand-children.
Funeral services by Rev. O. B. Hobbs at McGrady church Monday afternoon, October 7. The pall bearers were five of her grand-sons, Mack, Leland, Dean, Victor and Harold Ketchum and John Ridge. Thee [Three] granddaughters Mrs. Neva Pearl Barickman and Agnes and Lucille Ketchum were flower girls also Lela Pearl Jackson. Her sons were present at the funeral except Oscar E., who is at Ottumwa with his son Oscar, who is at a hospital there.
Mrs. Ketchum, died very suddenly of heart trouble at her home in Downing Saturday about four o’clock. The body was brought to the home of her son, Cleve Ketchum Saturday night where the family had a short service.
Mary Catherine Ketchum, Memphis, Missouri, Memphis Democrat, 10 Oct 1929, p. 1, col. 3
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Mrs. O. E. Ketchum, 48, died at a hospital in Ottumwa on Thursday, Aug. 14. Funeral services were conducted at Coffey church by Rev. J. N. Baker, pastor of the Memphis Christian church August 15.
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Ketchum – On Tuesday, Feb. 19th 1889, at his home near Bible Grove, William Ketchum, died of typhoid pneumonia, aged about 42 years.
The deceased leaves a wife and five children to mourn his loss. He was an old citizen of Scotland county and esteemed by all who knew him.
William Ketchum, Memphis, Missouri, Memphis Reveille, 21 Feb 1889, p. 3, col. 6
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W. F. Ketzler Died Aug. 1, at Newark
Walter Frederick Ketzler, 62, of Covington, Tenn., died suddenly at the home of his daughter, Mrs. James Minor, near Newark, Mo., on Thursday, Aug. 1. He had been in failing health the past four years.
The body was brought to the Davis Funeral Home here Friday where it will lie in state until time for the funeral service which will be this afternoon at 2:30 o’clock at the Davis Funeral Chapel, conducted by Rev. Russell E. Otto. The body will be taken to La Plata and leave via Santa Fe for Wichita, Kan., where another funeral service will be held Monday afternoon, the Masonic Lodge there having charge of the services at the grave. Interment will be made in Wichita.
He was the son of George Frederick and Susan Dunham (Turner) Ketzler and was born in Wichita, Kan., on Sept. 28, 1883. He was married to Hazel Perry, Aug. 8, 1928.
Surviving him are his wife, two daughters, Mrs. James (Lenora) Minor, of near Newark, Mrs. Bettie Gonzales, of Covington, Tenn., one nephew, George Morris, of Wichita and three grandchildren. His parents, and three sisters preceded him in death.
Mr. Ketzler was the owner of the Thrift Shop on East Washington St. here from 1929 to 1941 when he went to Covington, where he was in business at the time of his death.
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FUNERAL FOR O. E. KIDWELL TO BE SUNDAY
Former Kirksville Business Man Dies in Wichita, Kansas
Funeral services for O. E. Kidwell. Who died at his home in Wichita, Kan., Thursday evening at nine o’clock, will be held at the Dee Riley Feral Home Sunday afternoon at two o’clock conducted by Rev. Russell E. Otto, pastor of the First Presbyterian Church. Interment will be in Maple Hills Cemetery.
Mr. Kidwell spent the early part of his life in Sullivan County and at one time operated a clothing store on the south side of the square in Kirksville.
He was married to Maude Huff of Novinger, who with two sons, Dale and Charles, of Wichita, survive him. He is also survived by two grandchildren and one sister, Mrs. David Shaw, of Green City. He was preceded in death by his parents, one daughter and two brothers.
The body will arrive at the Dee Riley Funeral Home Saturday evening where it will lie in state.
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Services Held For Army Ggt. [sic] Larry E. Kigar
Army Sgt. Larry Eugene Kigar, youngest son of Cordie L. and Iva Couch Kigar, was born at Kirksville, Missouri, on November 28, 1949; and gave his life for his country on May 2, 1969, in Vietnam. Larry spent his entire life in Scotland County, except for the time he offered his country in service in the U.S. Army.
He received his formal education at the Bible Grove Grade School and the Scotland County R-1 High School, from which he graduated in January 1968.
Larry acquired his religious training in his home and in the Bible Grove Christian church, where at the age of 14 he made his public confession of faith and was baptized. He was willing to help his Lord when called upon, and was selected to serve as the Sunday School Superintendent of Bible Grove Christian Church, and enjoyed this work in the Church very much. Larry had a rich faith in God which allowed him to accept the events of life as God’s will.
On March 27, he volunteered for the Army, receiving his basic training at Fort Bliss, Texas, and advanced training at Fort Polk, La. after which he spent his furlough with his family and friends, and on September 2, 1968, he went to Vietnam.
He is preceded in death by three grandparents.
Those who survive are: his parents; two brothers, Richard of Bible Grove and Jack of Edina; two sisters-in-law, Norma and Jean; his grandfather, Albert E. Couch of Baring; three nephews, two nieces, aunts, uncles, cousins, and a large host of friends.
Larry’s life consisted of three characteristics: faith, hope, and love. Everyone meeting him drawn to him by these qualities of his life, and because of these characteristics Larry had a great host of friends. These things, then, remain for each of us a memorial: faith, hope, and love.
Funeral services were held Tuesday, May 13, 1969, at 2 p.m. in the Bible Grove Christian Church. Army Chaplain Houston officiated. Burial was in the Bible Grove Cemetery. Body bearers were Lonnie Couch, Bob Couch, Davern Marsh, Glennon Marsh, David Couch, and Harley Lancaster.
Sgt. Larry Eugene Kigar, From Unknown Newspaper, 15 May 1969
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Sorry to note the death of Mrs. Kigar, wife of John Kigar, living north four or five miles. She leaves two small children.
Mrs. John Kigar, Memphis, Missouri, Memphis Reveille, 15 Jul 1880, p. 3, col. 5
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ELISA [sic] MAY LASLAY KIGHT
Eliza May Lasley Kight was born May 1, 1870, near Lancaster, Schuyler county, Mo., and passed away September 6, 1936, in Memphis, at the age of 66 years, 4 months and two days.
She was united in marriage to T. S. Kight, October 4, 1893, and to this union were born four children, all passing on before her. The elder son, Leslie, last year, 1935. Jewel when only 18 months old, and twins in infancy.
At the age of 19, under the ministry of Bro. Jack Seamster, she had an experience of Grace, and united with the Fabius Baptist Church, being baptized in very cold winter weather after very thick ice had been cut off.
When she and her husband came to Memphis they brought with them their church letters, and she had faithfully served her Lord to the very last.
Mrs. Kight was one of a family of twelve. Only three sisters and one brother survive. Namely, Mrs. Mary Litus, Kansas City, Mo., Mrs. Sarah Ashford, Newberg, Neb., Mrs. Ruah Harshfield, Ottumwa, Iowa, and John Lasley of Glenwood, Mo. These with her husband, T. S. Kight, are left to mourn her departure, also a number of relatives and a host of friends.
She was known as a woman of strong convictions, a friendly neighbor and one who took pleasure in doing things to help both in her church and in the community life, all of which she felt she was a part.
Eliza May (Lasley) Kight, Memphis, Missouri, Memphis Reveille, 10 Sep 1936, p. 1, col. 3
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Thomas G. Kight was born in Scotland County, Missouri, on May 5, 1868, and passed from this life at Bloomfield, Iowa, August 7, 1938.
He had lived in this vicinity many years and was formerly engaged in the mercantile business at Crawford Station with J. B. Howard. He later moved to Memphis, and after the passing of his wife, he moved to Bloomfield, Iowa, where he resided until his death.
He was untied in marriage with Miss Liza Leslie on October 4, 1893 and to this happy union four children were born. All four of the children preceded him in death. Mrs. Kight passed away in 1936.
Mr. Kight was a loyal Baptist having joined the old Little Zion church years ago during an evangelistic meeting with Jack Seemsley, evangelist. He held his membership in the Little Zion church until his death.
Mr. Kight is survived by one sister, Mrs. Jane Muir, Greencastle, Mo., and one brother, Sherman Kight of Downing, Mo.
Services were held at Friendship church August 9, 1938, at 3 o’clock conducted by the Rev. W. M. Feay.
The choir of Friendship church sang.
Burial was in Friendship cemetery.
Thomas G. Kight, Memphis, Missouri, Memphis Reveille, 11 Aug 1938, p. 1, col. 2
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J. J. Kiley Dies At Age of 82
J. J. (James Joseph) Kiley, aged 82 years of three miles north of Baring, Missouri passed away Wednesday, September 29, 1971 at 7:45 p.m. at his home after several months illness.
A well-known stockman and farmer had lived all of his life in the same vicinity. He was born June 27, 1889 in Knox County the son of James and Mary Flynn Kiley.
On April 21, 1919 he was married to Catherine O’Rourke in Edina and she survives, also two sons: Joseph H. Kiley of Baring, Richard P. Kiley of near Baring, a daughter, Mrs. Dorothy Fox of Edina, 18 grandchildren and one sister, Miss Minnie Kiley of Edina.
He was preceded in death by his parents and two sons, John T. Kiley and James P. Kiley on December 6, 1969.
Funeral services were Saturday, October 2, 1971 at 10 A.M. at St. Aloysius Church in Baring, with the Rev. Thomas Doland of Baring, officiating and burial in St. Aloysius Cemetery, Baring, Missouri.
Rosary was Friday, October 1, 1971 at 8 P.M. at the Hudson-Rimer Funeral Home in Edina, Missouri.
J. J. (James Joseph) Kiley, Memphis, Missouri, The Gorin Argus, 7 Oct 1971
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Mary L. Killen Dies At Age of 73
Mrs. Mary L. (Harry) Killen, aged 73, of 7 miles northwest of Knox City, Mo., passed away Tuesday, December 26, 1967, at 2 a.m. at her residence. Her death was unexpected.
She was born May 17, 1894, in Knox County, the daughter of John and Hattie Poston Ethridge. On December 18, 1918, she was married to Harry N. Killen and he survives. Also surviving is one son, John Newton Killen, at Carrollton, Texas; and two grandsons, Stephen and Michael Killen; and one sister, Ruth, Mrs. Raymond Dorsey, of Eldorado Springs, Missouri.
She was preceded in death by her parents, an infant son, Donald, and two brothers, Lee and Cleveland Ethridge.
She was a member of the former Mr. Salem Baptist Church in Lewis County and the Order of the Eastern Star of Colony, Missouri.
They had lived at their present address since their marriage.
Funeral services were held Thursday morning at 11, December 28, 1967, at the Hudson-Rimer Funeral Chapel, Edina, with Rev. Curtis Vaugh, Edina, Missouri, officiating and burial was in the Pauline Cemetery, Rutledge, Missouri.
Eastern Star Services were conducted in the Chapel following funeral by Colony Chapter 543 OES.
Mary L. Killen, From Unknown Newspaper, 4 Jan 1968
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THOMAS LEE KIMBRELL DIES NEAR GLENWOOD
Funeral Tomorrow For 54-Year-Old Schuyler Farmer.
Special to The Daily Express.
Lancaster, Mo., April 1—Thomas Lee Kimbrell, 54-year-old Schuyler County farmer, died at his home a mile and a half south of Glenwood Saturday afternoon at 4:45 o’clock.
Funeral services will be held at the Bethel Church, five miles south of Glenwood, Tuesday afternoon at 2 o’clock. The Rev. Benjamin Bradbury, of Coatsville, will conduct the services. Burial will be at the Bethel Cemetery.
Mr. Kimbrell was born Jan. 24, 1886, near Glenwood, the son of John and Mary Kimbrell. He married Miss Lula Brown, of Glenwood, on May 19, 1912. Seven children were born to this union.
Mr. Kimbrell is survived by his wife, and seven children, Azalee, Andrew, Glena, Elsie and Wanda Kimbrell, all of the home, Mrs. Loreta Kearnse, of near Moulton, Ia., and Mrs. Villah Carpenter, of Mechanisburg, Ohio.
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In Memoriam
Mrs. Minnie Kincaid, nee Hyde, died September 16, 1899, at her home in Moberly, 514 Hagood St., of typhoid fever, aged 29 years.
The deceased was a faithful member of the M. E. Church at Brock until three and one-half years ago, when she married A. W. Kincaid and moved to Moberly, where she joined the M. E. Church at that place by letter and lived a faithful member until death. She was always ready and willing to do anything for the Master and was treasurer of the Gleaners of the Aid Society when she died. No husband and wife lived more happily than did they, but three years called her from the embrace of a loving husband, an aged father and mother, four sisters and four brothers and many relatives and friends; but we know where. She was called to heaven to be with the Savior whom she loved and trusted so much. Minnie, as they all knew her, was an intelligent christian [sic] lady, loved and honored by all her acquaintances. May God bless her life to the good of others.
May we all have faith, patience and trust to help us in the emulation of her christian [sic] virtues. A short but impressive funeral sermon was preached at the M. E. Church, by Rev. I. F. Lusk, after which we laid her body in the Oakland cemetery, Moberly, Mo. May God bless comfort and save all her loved ones is the prayer of the writer. A. Friend.
Minnie (Hyde) Kincaid, Memphis, Missouri, Memphis Reveille, 19 Oct 1899, p. 1, col. 6
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2 Trenton Residents Killed in Collision
Excelsior Springs, Mo., Jan. 7. (UP)—Two persons were dead and a man was in a hospital with serious injuries today after a taxicab-truck collision on Highway 69, three miles west of here, yesterday.
Highway Patrolman identified the dead as John Barr, Jr., 20, and Mrs. Venna Kincaid, 17, both of Trenton, Mo., passengers in the taxicab.
Carl Newkirk, 28, of Trenton, the cab driver, was taken to Excelsior Springs Hospital. His condition was serious.
Dr. O. S. Pate, coroner, said an inquest ruled that the taxicab was on the wrong side of the road.
A. J. Slifka of Excelsior Spring[s], who was riding in the truck driven by Jerry Armstrong of Excelsior Springs, was injured. The truck driver escaped unhurt.
Venna Kincaid, Kirksville, Missouri, Kirksville Daily Express, 7 Jan 1952, p. 6, col. 4
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ALBERT KING DIED YESTERDAY AT GREENCASTLE
Funeral Services To Be Held There Thursday Afternoon
Special to The Daily Express.
Greencastle, Mo., August 24—Albert King, 77 years old, died at 6:30 o’clock Tuesday evening at the home of his son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Ora Dimmitt, here following a short illness.
Funeral services will be held at 2 o’clock Thursday afternoon in the Methodist Church where he made his confession in Christ at the age of 35 years. Burial will be in the Greencastle cemetery.
Mr. King was born near Newark, Ohio, in Muskingum County on Nov. 21, 1860, and was a son of George E. and Louisa King. When eight years old he came with his parents to Missouri. On April 1, 1884, he was married to Miss Mary Ella Davis of Rushville, Ill. They lived for a short time near Green City, then moved to a farm near Greencastle where they lived for more than 50 years. Recently they moved to the home of their daughter.
He is survived by his widow, Mrs. Ella King, two daughters, Mrs. Nellie Dimmitt and Mrs. Alberta Novinger of Stahl, and six grandchildren.
The community has lost one of its best and most highly respected citizens.
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MRS. KENNETH KING DIES OF POLIO HERE
Was 24 Years Old; Funeral Rites to Be at Madison, Mo.
Mrs. Kenneth E. (Betty Jean) King, 24, of 401 E. Patterson street, died in a Kirksville hospital this morning of a bulbar type of polio.
The body was taken from the Dee Riley Funeral Home this morning to the Thompson Funeral Home at Madison, Mo., where funeral services will be held. Interment will be in Madison Sunset Hill cemetery.
Mrs. King was the daughter of Claude and Jewell (Davis) Elsbury and was born in Monroe County, Mo., Aug. 26, 1925. She was married at Moberly July 14, 1946 to Kenneth E. King who is employed at the Baldwin Typewriter Co.
One daughter, Brenda Jean, was born to them.
She is survived by her husband and daughter, her mother, Mrs. Jewell Elsbury, of Monroe County, and one brother, Edward Elsbury, of Madison, Mo. Her father preceded her in death.
Boyd King, of the Teachers College faculty, is a brother-in-law of Mrs. King.
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Miss Beulah King Buried at Rutledge
Rutledge, Mo., April 14- the remains of Miss Beulah King arrived here Thursday from Albuquerque, New Mexico, accompanied by her father, Edward King, two brothers, James and Asa, and a half sister, Mrs. Charles Hill. She spent the last two months in Colorado and New Mexico for her health and to be with her father and two brothers who are working there.
She was twenty years of age and united with the Rutledge Christian church eight years ago. She possessed a pleasant Christian character and was held in high esteem by her associates. She leaves her father, three brothers, James, Asa and Alvin, and three half-sisters, Mrs. Chas. Hill of Normal, Ill., Mrs. Iva Boon of Winchester, Ky., and Mrs. William Jacobs of Brookfield, Mo.
Funeral services were held at the Christian church Friday at 11:00, conducted by the Rev. Eaton of Memphis, and burial was made in the Millport Cemetery. The Eastern Star lodge of this place had charge of the services at the cemetery.
Beulah King, Memphis, Missouri, Memphis Reveille, 19 Apr 1923, p. 1, col. 2
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HARRY KING, AGED 78, DIES AT HOME HERE
Succumbs to Heart Attack; Funeral At Milan Tomorrow.
Harry King died suddenly yesterday evening about 5:30 in his home at 616 East Washington Street. Death was attributed to a heart attack. He had been in declining health for the past few years, but had not been bedfast. He had been able to go the polls and cast his ballot in yesterday’s election.
It was thought he had been attempting to fire the furnace at the time he suffered the attack. He was found by his wife, who heard something fall and when he failed to answer her call, went to the basement and found him lying on the floor near the furnace. He died instantly without regaining consciousness.
The funeral service is to be at 10 o’clock Thursday morning, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Milan, conducted by Rev. P. J. Barrett, pastor, Mary Immaculate Church, Kirksville, assisted by Rev. Michael Donovan, pastor St. Mary’s Church, Milan. Burial is to be at the Green City Cemetery.
Mr. King was born in Bruch, Luxemburg, on February 10, 1864. At the age of nineteen he came to America and lived most of his life on a farm in Sullivan County. He moved to Kirksville two years ago where he has since resided.
He was married to Miss Josephine Struby on February 12, 1890. To this union seven children were born, five of whom survive: Mrs. Dallas Caldwell, Brookfield, Mo.; John W. who lives on the home place near Milan, Mo.; Edward B., Abilene, Kansas; Mrs. Clyde Chapman, Peoria, Ill., and Elizabeth, who resides at home and is employed at the Bonfoey Insurance Office. A daughter, Catherine, died in 1895 at the age of four and Charles W. was killed in action in the
Battle of the Argonne during the first World War. Mr. and Mrs. King celebrated their golden wedding anniversary two years ago.
Besides his widow, children and nine grandchildren, he leaves two brothers in this country; Peter, of Milan, Mo., and Nicholas of St. Paul, Minnesota. Six brothers and sisters remained in Luxemburg, and it is not known how many survive.
The body is lying in state at the Dee Riley Funeral home.
Harry King, Kirksville, Missouri, Kirksville Daily Express, 04 Nov 1942, p. 1, col. 8, Wednesday
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MELVINA KING, OF GREENTOP, DIES HERE
Funeral To Be Held Saturday Morning In Greentop.
Mrs. Melina King, 84, of Greentop, died in a Kirksville hospital this afternoon where she had been a patient the past week.
Funeral services will be held at the Methodist Church in Greentop Saturday morning at 10:30 o’clock conducted by Rev. Perry P. Taylor, superintendent of Kirksville District.
Interment will be in the Rothville, Mo., cemetery.
She was the daughter of Henry and Josephine Snider and was born at Marble Hill, Mo., Dec. 25, 1861.
In 1879 she was married to William Berry Jr. and to this marriage two sons were born. Mr. Berry and both sons preceded her in death.
In 1899 she was married to Rev. George W. King, then a member of the St. Louis Conference. One son, Arthur S. King was born to this marriage. Mr. King died in 1925.
She is survived by her son Arthur S. King, of Greentop; two step-daughters, Mrs. Willard Cameron, Glendale, Calif., and Mrs. Octie Zimmerman, Poplar Bluff, Mo.; two step-sons, D. F. King, of Billings, Mont., and John R. King, Fromberg, Mont.; eight grandchildren, and one great grandchild.
She was a member of the Methodist Church.
The body will lie in state at the Dee Riley Funeral Home until Saturday morning at 9:30 o’clock when it will be taken to the Methodist Church in Greentop.
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SERVICES HELD FOR RESIDENT OF SORRELL
Funeral Yesterday at Milan for Peter King, 91 Years Old.
Funeral services for Peter King, 91-year-old Sullivan county resident of the Sorrell neighborhood, were held at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Milan yesterday morning at nine o’clock. Father Purcells conducted the service. Burial was in Milan.
Mr. King died Saturday in Milan following an illness of several months spent in the hospital.
A native of Bruch, Luxembourg, he was a son of William and Elizabeth Koenig, the name late being changed to the English spelling. As a young man, he came to America and settled in the Sorrell neighborhood on the farm where he farmed and spent the rest of his life until last winter, when he and his wife moved into Green City.
He was married to Margaret Maddock, who died about 31 years ago. He later married May Larkin, who survives.
Children surviving are: William, of Colorado; John, of Boynton; George, of near Kirksville, Mrs. Hugh (Rosie) Smith and Margaret King, both of whom live near Green City. There are also a number of surviving grandchildren.
His parents died during the first World War and one son, Walter, died in 1936. He was the last member of his family.
Miss Elizabeth King, 206 E. Pierce, and her mother, Mrs. Josephine King, attended funeral services for their uncle and brother-in-law. Grandchildren from the Kirksville vicinity attending included: Mr. and Mrs. Fred King, Mr. and Mrs. Paul C. Selby and Mr. and Mrs. Gerald Pickett.
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ELMER KINNETT DIES IN CALIFORNIA
Elmer Kinnett, 59 years of age, died at his home in Los Angeles, California, Thursday, September 17, according to a message received by his brother-in-law, Sam Jones.
Mr. and Mrs. Kinnett have many relatives and friends in this locality, where they lived for years. They went to California 11 or 12 years ago. Mr. Kinnett was in the drug business several years ago at Connelsville, Greencastle and Brashear.
Mrs. Kinnett visited relatives and friends here during the summer, and left for her home only a few weeks ago.
Mr. Kinnett is survived by his wife and son, William, and his mother, who lives in Iowa.
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RITES FOR MISS KINNEY
Died at Fulton, Mo., at the Age of 62 Last Friday
Fred Gerth went to Fulton, Mo., Friday for Miss Alma Kinney who died there that day.
When her father was county treasurer of Scotland county in the 90’s, Miss Kinney assisted him in the office here.
Funeral services were conducted by Rev. Dan H. Newland Sunday afternoon at the Richland Baptist church at Hitt. Interment was in the cemetery there.
The pall bearers were Ray Monroe, Wm. Rullman, Ed Tucker, Henry Tucker, Ray Tucker and Earl Tucker.
Alma Berniece Kinney was a daughter of Lewis and Rosetta Kinney. She was born in Pendelton [sic] County, Kentucky, March 24, 1880, and died at a hospital in Fulton, Mo., June 19, 1942, at the age of 62 years.
When a child she came with her parents to their farm near Hitt where she spent most of her life. She lived with her family in Memphis for a few years. She joined the Baptist church in Memphis in November, 1900.
She leaves one brother, Roy Kinney, of near Hitt, and a number of cousins and other relatives.
She was preceded in death by her parents a number of years ago, and by a brother, L. N. Kinney, who died July 1, 1933.
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CHAS. KINNEY IS KILLED IN STAHL MINE
Charles Kinney, one of the best known miners in the western part of the county, was killed in a mine at Stahl this morning. Coroner Waddill was sent for to hold an inquest.
He has been mining at Stahl for a number of years and has sunk a great many many shafts. He is survived by two sons, John and Fred Kinney, of this city.
Kinney, Charles, Kirksville Daily Express, 22 Jan 1919, p. 1, col. 2, Wednesday ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
Elmer Floyd Kinney, son of L. B. and Minnie Kinney, was born August 2, 1907, and died January 13, 1908.
He had suffered for several weeks from a complication of diseases, but his death came unexpected. Rev. A. S. Van Eaton conducted the funeral service the next day at Barker Church, after which the body was tenderly laid to rest.
The parents, with their daughter, Mabel, have the sympathy of the entire community. Another blossom, too frail for earth, has been plucked to bloom in Heaven.
Elmer Floyd Kinney, Memphis, Missouri, Memphis Reveille, 23 Jan 1908, p. 3, col. 7
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FLORENCE KINNEY DIED IN OTTUMWA
Florence Elizabeth Kinney, oldest child of Mr. and Mrs. C. C[.] Kinney, was born May 28, 1903 near Hitt, Mo., and died at the home of her uncle, R. P. Kinney, 214 North Davis St. Ottumwa, Iowa, Feb. 11, 1920, age 16 years, 8 months, 13 days.
She had been in Ottumwa since November doctoring for heart trouble caused from rheumatism.
She was improving rapidly when she took the flu followed by pneumonia resulting in her death. She was ready and willing to go, her only desire being to live until her father came. Everything that human power could do was done, but it was impossible and she passed peacefully away about ten o’clock a.m., her father arrived at noon. Her mother had been with her several days
She was buried at Barker. Owing to the Flu epidemic only a short service was held at the grave, conducted by Rev. Roy Purvis of Barker.
She leaves father, mother, two brothers and one sister to mourn her early death, besides many other relatives and friends.
Dearest Florence thou hast left us,
And thy loss we deeply feel
But ’tis God that has bereft us,
He can all our sorrows heal.
Peaceful be thy silent slumber
Peaceful in thy grave so low,
Thou no more wilt join our number
Thou no more our pleasures know.
Yet again we hope to meet thee
When the storms of life have fled,
Then in Heaven with joy we’ll greet thee,
Where no farewell tear is shed.
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J. C. KINNEY FUNERAL
RESIDENT HERE 63 YEARS DIED AT HIS HOME SUNDAY EVENING
J. C. Kinney, 81, well known business man of Memphis for over fifty years, died at his home, 339 North Clay street, Sunday evening, June 20, at 6:20 o’clock, after an illness of a year’s duration.
Funeral services were held at his home Tuesday afternoon at 2 o’clock and were conducted by Rev. Harry V. McColloch, pastor of the Presbyterian church. Interment was in the family lot in the Memphis cemetery.
A quartette composed of Mrs. H. L. Greeno, Mrs. W. T. Barker, Judge E. F. Eierman and J. H. Morgan, accompanied by Mrs. Harry V. McColloch, sang.
The pall bearers were George E. Leslie, Hudson V. Smoot, C. F. Austin, Dr. Leo C. Pitkin, George Simon and John Schuler.
In his address, Rev. McColloch said of Mr. Kinney’s life:
“John Crawford Stribling Kinney was born at Staunton, Virginia, on February 4, 1856. He was the youngest son of Robert Henry and Rebecca Wayland Kinney. At an early age following the Civil War his parents moved to Knoxville, Kentucky. In 1874 at the age of 18, he came to Scotland county and stayed with his uncle, Robert P. Wayland near Hitt, Missouri. He attended grade school at Killwinning, later La Grange College at LaGrange, Mo., and graduated from the Barnes School of Business at St. Louis. He entered the jewelry business, in which he remained for about fifteen years, under Z. Sandoz and later formed a partnership with George Curry in the building which he and George Mety erected at the northwest corner of the square in Memphis.
“He was united in marriage to Miss Lillian I. Miller on November 10, 1892, and to this union three children were born, Mrs. H. R. Leslie and R. Miller Kinney of Memphis, and Mrs. D. S. McDermott of Jefferson City, Mo.
“Mr. Kinney was an Elder in the First Presbyterian church of Memphis, served for several years as Superintendent of the Sunday School and later as leader of the choir.
“Two brothers and three sisters preceded him in death namely: Louis Kinney of Hitt, former treasurer of Scotland county; Dr. Charles Kinney of Carmi, Ill.; Mary Kinney of Memphis; Virginia Kinney of Knoxville, Ky., and Rebecca Kinney of Memphis.
“He is survived by one brother, Harper Kinney of Hitt, Mo., his wife, the three children and eight grandchildren.”
Mr. Kinney had been a resident of Scotland county for 63 years, and most of that time had lived in Memphis where he was one of the leading business men. In addition to his church affiliations and duties, he had been a member of the Memphis Board of Education, Secretary of the Scotland County Fair, and held other positions of trust in the community in the last half century.
In addition to being in the jewelry business, he built the opera house building and for a number of years managed the opera house which bore his name until the advent of the motion pictures. Since then he has operated the theatre building under lease, and it is now known at the Majestic Theatre.
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FUNERAL OF K. H. KINNEY
Was Held at Barker U. B. Church Thursday Afternoon
Funeral services for K. H. Kinney were held at Barker Church Thursday afternoon, conducted by Rev. L. R. Purvis, of Mendota, Mo., assisted by Rev. Bertha Porter of Livonia, and the pastor, Rev. A. A. Williams.
The Barker Choir sang, accompanied by Mrs. A. A. Williams at the piano.
Pall bearers were six of his grandsons, Virgil Kinney, Ray Kinney, Kenton Kinney, Verlin Zaerr, Kinney Cossel and Cecil Cossel.
Flower girls were two granddaughters, Velda Zaerr and Rosalie Cossel.
Interment was in the Barker cemetery.
Kenton Harper Kinney was a son of Robert and Rachel Kinney. He was born near Stanton, Virginia, July 19 1853, and died at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Uriah Zaerr, Jan. 29, 1941, age 87 years.
When he was five years old his parents moved to Knoxville, Kentucky, where he grew to manhood and was married Jan. 6, 1876, to Oberie L. Simpson.
To this union, six children were born, five of whom survive: Mrs. Uriah Zaerr and Mrs. George Cossel, both of Downing; Chesley Kinney of Pulaski, Leon Kinney of Ottumwa and Fred Kinney of Downing. One son, Robert, died at his home in Ottumwa, Sept. 9, 1933.
His wife died, Jan. 1, 1895. He was married, Feb. 14, 1899, to Augusta Webb, who died June 17, 1929.
He came to Missouri over 50 years ago and spent most of his life on his farm near Hitt. He lived one year near Carmi, Ill., and a few years in Downing. The past ten years he has made his home with his children.
Soon after coming to Missouri, he united with the United Brethren Church at Barker and remained a faithful member until his death.
Besides the five children, he leaves nineteen grandchildren and thirty-one great grandchildren.
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WELL KNOWN COUNTY PASTOR DEAD
REV. M. B. KIOUS
Kahoka, Mo., April 1 – The Rev. M. B. Kious 70, died at his home in Kahoka, Saturday morning at 12 :15 o’clock. He was born in Colfax, Ind., June 23, 1859. He was married to Lavina Campbell August 29, 1882. Six children were born. He leaves four children, Mrs. Elizabeth Davidson, Luray, Frank Kious of Des Moines, Ia., Guy and Cecil of Kahoka. Two preceded him in death, Caroline dying at age of 4 and John W. who as killed in service during the World War, September 12, 1918. One grandchild, Shirley Kious, a brother, Joseph Kious of Kahoka and a sister, Mrs. Sarah Brown of Hutchinson, Kas., also survive. Funeral services were held at Chambersburg, Sunday afternoon at 2 o’clock, conducted by the Rev. L. H. West of the Christian church, assisted by the Rev. A. Sallee of the Methodist church. Burial was at Chambersburg.
Add Kious Death
He was converted when a small boy and joined the Methodist Episcopal church. At the age of 35 he joined the Methodist Protestant church at Ashton, Mo., and shortly afterwards joined the North Missouri Conference, where he went into active ministry and served about 25 years as pastor of various charges.
In 1922, while on the the [sic] Ohio circuit he was compelled to discontinue his work due to sudden and prolonged illness.
His relation to conference is superanuated [sic]. He was a kind and loving husband and father, and will be greatly missed in the community where he has lived so long.
(Rev. Kious conducted services in this county for a number of years and has many friends here who regret the hear of his death.)
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MRS. SARAH C. KIPER, 87, DIES AT LA PLATA
Funeral To Be Held at New Harmony Tomorrow Afternoon.
Special to The Daily Express.
La Plata, Mo., May 14—Mrs. Sarah Ellen Kiper died at her home in La Plata this morning at 3:30 o’clock at the age of 87 years.
Funeral services will be held at New Harmony Church Thursday afternoon at 2 o’clock, conducted by Rev. Fred L. Hudson, pastor of the Presbyterian Church in La Plata. Burial will be made in the New Harmony cemetery.
Mrs. Kiper was born in Illinois, but came to Missouri when a small child, and with the exception of a short period of time spent in Kansas had spent her entire life in and near La Plata. She was married to Joseph Allen Kiper on March 7, 1879. To this union six children were born, five of whom died in childhood. She leaves one daughter, Mrs. S. L. Bowen of La Plata, two brothers, J. H. Coombs of Skito, Okla., and S. L. Coombs of Ethel, four grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. Her husband died June 23, 1938. Three brothers and one sister also preceded her in death.
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Passed away at her father’s home, Mr. Mat Kirkpatrick, on December 11, 1896, Annie Kirkpatrick. She had lingered several months with consumption previous to her departure.
The relatives have the sympathy of the community.
Annie Kirkpatrick, Memphis, Missouri, The Peoples Messenger, 17 Dec 1896
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Well Known Man Died at Home North of Memphis Saturday
Elmer M. Kirkpatrick, who has been in poor health the past few years, died at his home 1 1/2 miles north of Memphis on Saturday, Sept. 30, at the age of 75 years, he having reached his 75th birthday on Sept. 13, seventeen days before his death.
Funeral services were conducted at his home Monday afternoon at 2 o’clock by W. B. Stevens. Interment was in the Memphis cemetery.
The pall bearers were Burlin Kirkpatrick, Paul Kirkpatrick, Harry Kirkpatrick, Hillis Kirkpatrick, Dr. Wayne Wishart and Hillis Curry.
The funeral was conducted by W. B. Stevens of Queen City, Mo. Mr. Stevens and the deceased were school mates in Center Point school 63 years ago. In their school days they were very close friends and it was requested by the deceased that the services be conducted by him. Mr. Stevens sang a special selection of his own composition, “Give Your Flowers Now.”
Other music was furnished by the grandchildren and Mr. and Mrs. Fian Oliver.
Mr. Kirkpatrick was born in Scotland county on Sept. 13, 1864, and had lived in the county all his life, for many years on his farm just north of Memphis on highway 15 where he built a new home a few years ago.
Elmer M. Kirkpatrick was the oldest son of Robert and Jane Kirkpatrick. He was born on a farm northeast of Memphis.
On February 21, 1891, he was united in marriage to Miss Oleva Barnes. To this union three sons were born–Myron and Harold of Memphis and Milo of Asheville, North Carolina, all of whom survive, also seven grandchildren, Letha Wilma, Elmer, Lynn, Ellen Margaret and Oleva of Memphis, Milo Jr., and Robert of Asheville, N. C.
He is also survived by two sisters, Mrs. F. J. Wishart of Memphis and Mrs. Alice Elliff of Muskogee, Okla., and five brothers, Ira O. Kirkpatrick and Orville R. Kirkpatrick of Memphis, Geo. A. Kirkpatrick of Texas, Dr. C. D. Kirkpatrick of Oklahoma City, Okla., and Dr. O. A. Kirkpatrick of Denver.
He was preceded in death by two sisters and one brother, Martha Ellen, who died in infancy; Mrs. Mary Hamilton and William E. Kirkpatrick.
During his early married life he lived on a farm near Lawn Ridge. In 1918 he moved to the farm 1 1/2 miles north of Memphis.
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MRS. JANE KIRKPATRICK DIES OF PNEUMONIA SUPERINDUCED BY FLU
Jane Whisler was born in Hamilton Co., Ind., Dec. 19, 1838, and died March 19, 1920, aged 81 years, 3 months.
At an early age she moved to Iowa, where she was united in marriage to Robert Kirkpatrick March 3, 1859, after which they soon moved to Scotland Co., Mo., where they continued to live until their death, her husband having preceded her in death May 27, 1888. To this union 11 children were born, 7 boys and 4 girls, all living except one girl who died in infancy. Those living are Dr. O. A. Kirkpatrick of Denver, Dr. C. D. Kirkpatrick of Manitow, Okla., Elmer, Will, Ira, George and Orville of and near Memphis; Mary O. Hamilton of Montana, Alice V. Elliff of Oklahoma and Ella Wishart of near Memphis.
She united with the Methodist Episcopal church in her early life and has always been a firm and faithful believer in the rewards promised in the good book for the life beyond. A memory that will be cherished by her children in their future moments. The funeral was held at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Frank Wishart, where she had made her home in her last days, conducted by Rev. Jas. Shultz, Saturday, March 20, at 1 p.m., and she was laid to rest in the Memphis cemetery.
She leaves to mourn her death 10 children, 19 grand children and 3 great grand children, besides a host of relatives and friends who will sadly miss her.
But when the sun in all his state
Illumed the eastern skies,
Mother passed through Glory’s morning gate,
And walked in Paradise.
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Milo O. Kirkpatrick
Relatives received word Wednesday, May 13, that Milo O. Kirkpatrick, 1323 Queens Road, Charlotte, North Carolina, had passed away quietly in his sleep that morning at his home. Though his health was frail for his age, death was unexpected.
M. O. Kirkpatrick was born October 13, 1898, near Memphis, in Scotland County, the son of Elmer M. and Oleva (Barnes) Kirkpatrick.
He grew to manhood in the Lawn Ridge neighborhood where he attended church and public schools. He received higher education at the University of Missouri and Chillicothe Business College.
On September 23, 1927, he was married to Miss Zeitha Genevieve Patterson, 1st Presbyterian Church, Asheville, North Carolina. To this union two sons were born: Milo Orton, Jr. and Robert Calvin.
In 1943, he became the owner and president of King’s a private college, in Charlotte.
He is survived by his wife of the home; sons, Milo and Robert Kirkpatrick; daughters-in-law, Betsy and Emily Kirkpatrick; two granddaughters, Debra and Cyndy Kirkpatrick, Charlotte; two brothers, Myron and Harold Kirkpatrick, Memphis; nieces, Ellen K, Davison, Kirksville, Letha Musgrove and Oleva Chance, Memphis, Nola Boyd, Chicago; nephews, Elmer, Lynn and Neal Kirkpatrick of Memphis. Others to mourn his passing are numerous relatives and friends in the area. He was preceded in death by his parents, one infant brother, and one sister-in-law, Ethel (Davis) Kirkpatrick.
The funeral was conducted by Harry & Bryant, Providence Road; Memoral [sic] services May 15, at 1st Presbyterian Church, 200 W. Trade St., by Rev. G. Carswell Hughs, Pastor. Donations in his memory may be made locally to the Scotland County Memorial Hospital, Memphis. He was laid to rest in the Evergreen Cemetery, Charlotte, North Carolina.
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Funeral services were held Sunday, May 27, for Mrs. Rebecca May Summers Kirkpatrick, 77, widow of Ira O. Kirkpatrick.
Mrs. Kirkpatrick died early Friday, May 25, in her home here, after a long illness. The funeral was conducted in Payne Chapel by Rev. W.E. Longstreth. Music was provided by Mrs. Longstreth and Anna Lynn Plenge.
Mrs. Kirkpatrick was born the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. George Summers, September 25, 1873, north of here near Iowa. She attended Wilson School and was a member of the Methodist Church.
She married Ira Kirkpatrick on her birthday in 1895. The couple lived on a farm in Scotland County until moving here in February 1919.
Mr. Kirkpatrick died December 8, 1949.
Surviving are two sons; Robert, of Tennessee and Burlin L. of Memphis; a daughter, Mrs. Ruby Curry, Memphis; two brothers, W.N. Summers, Milton, IA; and Bert Summers, Carrollton; six grandchildren, and five great grandchildren.
Rebecca May (Summers) Kirkpatrick, Memphis, Missouri, Memphis Democrat, 31 May 1951
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Kirkpatrick – Thos. Kirkpatrick died of pneumonia, at his home, 3 miles southeast of this city, last Thursday.
Deceased was an old and well known citizen of this county, and leaves many warm friends to mourn his loss.
Thos. Kirkpatrick, Memphis, Missouri, Memphis Reveille, 4 Mar 1886, p. 3, col. 2
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MRS. CYNTHIA KISER DIES AT GREEN CITY
Succumbs To Dropsy At Age of 86; Funeral Friday.
Special to The Daily Express.
Green City, Mo., June 19—Mrs. Cynthia Kiser, 86 years of age, died at her home in Green City, Wednesday evening at 7:15 o’clock. She had been in poor health for the past twenty years and confined to her bed for two months. Her death was attributed to dropsy.
Mrs. Kiser, whose maiden name was Cynthia Southerland, was born in Russell County, Virginia, July 14, 1854, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Elijah Sutherland. She was one of ten children, three boys and seven girls. She was married to August H. Kiser in Russell County, Virginia, and they came to Missouri in 1901. They moved to Green City fifteen years ago. Mr. Kiser died on July 10, 1939.
She leaves two children, Mrs. Tessie Amburgy, of Castlewoods, Va., and Oren Kiser, of Green City; seven grandchildren, and five great grandchildren.
Mrs. Kiser was a member of the Baptist Church.
Funeral services will be held at 2 o’clock Friday afternoon at Asbury Church, five miles southeast of Harris and burial will be made in the church cemetery. The body will lie in state at the Kent Funeral Home until time for the services.
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We learn that James Kisling, aged about 28 years, a son of Daniel Kisling of Union Township, died on Saturday last and was buried on Sunday.
James Kisling, Memphis, Missouri, Memphis Reveille, 7 Oct 1875, p. 3, col. 1
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Alta Ruby Kittle Died On May 23rd
Alta Ruby Kittle was born February 21, 1886 in Cantril, Iowa, the daughter of Lloyd Kittle and Cynthia Schirch Kittle and expired May 23, 1963, at the Davis County hospital, Bloomfield, Iowa.
She made her profession of faith while attending LaGrange College and united with the First Baptist Church of LaGrange. After graduation she was employed by R. J. Donnelly & Sons in Chicago, Illinois and upon retirement in 1951 she moved to Memphis where she lived until her death.
She was a member of the First Baptist church, Memphis, Mo.
She is survived by one brother, Ernest of Pottsboro, Texas, one sister, Christie Warning of Arbela, one uncle, one aunt, two nieces, two nephews, 16 great nieces and nephews and a large number of other relatives and friends.
Funeral services were held from the Payne chapel, Saturday, May 25 at 2:30 p.m. conducted by Rev. W. A. Pendergrass.
Burial was in the Providence cemetery. Body bearers were Leland Davis, George Davidson, Ralph Dodge, George Moore, Gerald Gray and Jesse Ketchum.
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Obituary
Sarah Yeager Kittle was born April 4, 1826, and was married to Elder J. W. Kittle, June, 17, 1817. To this union were born nine children five boys and four girls, three of the girls preceding their mother. At the age of twelve she gave her heart to God and united with the Baptist church and has lived a consecrated life holding membership with the following churches: Presbyterian, Black Oak, Providence, and Pleasant Grove church at Gorin. She was helpful to her churches and a pleasure to her pastor. She was a faithful companion, loving mother and a kind neighbor. She is survived by her husband, six children, three brothers, one sister, twenty-two grandchildren and twelve great-grandchildren. She departed this life May 25, at the age of 81 years, 1 month and 24 days.
The funeral was conducted at Providence church, May 27, by the pastor, S. J. Neal, and the remains were laid to rest in the cemetery at that place.
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Death of John M. Kitts
John M. Kitts died of kidney trouble at his home in this city, Sunday afternoon, August 17, 1902, after an illness of several months, aged 78 years, 2 months and 23 days.
Deceased was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, May 24, 1824, and emigrated [immigrated] to Missouri in 1849. He was united in marriage with Miss Mary Putman in 1853. Of this union nine children were born – six sons and three daughters. His wife and four children survive him. The children are John, James, Edward and Mrs. Eva Cashman. When the civil war broke out he enlisted as a private in Co. B, 21st Mo. Volunteers, July 6, 1861, and served continuously until mustered out at Fort Morgan, Alabama, April 19, 1866. His discharge shows that he participated in the following memorable battles: Shiloh, Corinth, siege of Corinth and Nashville. He became a member of Murray Post, G.A.R., of this city, Aug. 18, 1886, and died a member of this order in good standing. In life all who knew him will testify that he was an honest, industrious citizen, a man worthy of the respect and esteem of his fellow men. At home he was a faithful husband, an indulgent father and a kind neighbor. For years his health had been gradually failing, but he continued to go around and occasionally do light work until a few weeks before his death.
Funeral services were held at the family residence Tuesday afternoon, Rev. W. M. Sapp officiating, after which the body was taken in charge by his comrades of the Grand Army and was tenderly laid to rest in the cemetery with the usual ritualistic ceremonies.
John M. Kitts, Memphis, Missouri, Memphis Reveille, 21 Aug 1902, p. 3, col. 5
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NOVINGER MAN DIES: FUNERAL ON SATURDAY
Jesse Kittsmiller Succumbs at Home of Brother Today
Jesse Kittsmiller, 67, died this morning at the home of his brother, Lem Kittsmiller, at Novinger.
Funeral services will be held at the Novinger Methodist Church Saturday afternoon at two o’clock conducted by Rev. Archie Cooper of Kirksville. Interment will be in the Novinger cemetery.
Mr. Kittsmiller was the son of Joseph Wesley and Lida (Wilhelm) Kittsmiller and was born at Sathl, Feb. 24, 1884. He was married to Cora Johnson, who preceded him in death. He was also preceded in death by one sister.
He is survived by one brother, Lem, of Novinger.
Mr. Kittsmiller had spent his lifetime near Novinger and had worked in the mines.
The body will lie in state at the Dee Riley Funeral Home until Friday afternoon when it will be taken to the home of his brother where it will lie in state until the funeral hour.
Bearers will be: Clementino Rock, Leo Galisoie, John Harris William Puthoff, Vern Robison and Eugene Brooks.
Jesse Kittsmiller, Kirksville, Missouri, Kirksville Daily Express & Kirksville Daily News, 01 Nov 1951, p. 4, col. 5, Thursday
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Kirksville Farmer Found Dead
Orville Klingsmith, 57, was found dead at his home three miles southwest of Kirksville about 6 o’clock Monday evening by his son, Orville Klingsmith, Jr.
The two had breakfast together Monday morning, after which the son left for his work at the C. C. Hayden farm and when he returned in the evening he found his father leaning over face down on the side of the bed. As soon as he saw his father was dead, he went to the Hayden home. Sheriff Alex Brown was notified and he in turn notified Coroner Foster Easley at Brashear. Dr. Gover Stuckey who performed an autopsy testified at the coroner’s inquest Tuesday afternoon that Orville Klingsmith died as the result of a heart attack.
Mr. Klingsmith, was the son of Al and Mary (Sutton) Klingsmith and was born in Adair county, Mo., Aug. 6, 1889.
He was married to Mandy Gertrude Dobbs in Kirksville.
He is survived by five daughters, Mrs. Leoma Eitel; Miss Margaret Klingsmith; Mrs. Frances Creson; Mrs. Josie Stiles, all of Kirksville, and Mrs. Ethel Mannings, Davenport, Ia.; three sons, Virgil of Lewistown, Idaho; Donald and Junior of Kirksville; four brothers, Earl, Loyd, Ellis and Lavel, all of Kirksville, and five grandchildren. Two sons and two sisters preceded him in death.
Funeral services will be held at the Dee Riley Funeral Home Friday afternoon at one o’clock conducted by Rev. Archie Cooper, Kirksville, Mo. Interment will be in Yarrow Cemetery.
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MRS. REBECCA KLINGSMITH, 77, SUCCUMBS HERE
Funeral Services Are Scheduled for This Afternoon
Mrs. Rebecca M. Klingsmith, 77, died in a Kirksville hospital Saturday morning.
Funeral services will be held in the Memorial Chapel of the Robert B. Davis Funeral Home, 115 W. Jefferson, this afternoon at 12:30 conducted by Rev. T. W. Jolly, pastor of the First Christian Church. Interment will be in Llewellyn cemetery.
The daughter of James and Ella (Corsen) Wright, Mrs. Klingsmith was born in Des Moines, Ia., Sept. 20, 1872. She was married to Charles Wilson and children were born to them. Later she was married to Jacob Klingsmith, who preceded her in death. She was also preceded in death by her parents and one son, Jerry Wilson.
Surviving are two daughters, Mrs. Ethel Kuehl, of Newton, Ia., and Mrs. Harry Wise, of Ogden, Ia.; eight grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren; two brothers, David and Willie Wright, of Des Moines, Ia., and one sister, Mrs. Minnie Williams, of Kalispell, Mont.
The body will lie in state at the Robert B. Davis Funeral Home.
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MRS. VIOLA M. KLINGSMITH DIES AT 38
Mother of Seven Children; Funeral Monday at Novinger
Mrs. Viola (Miller) Klingsmith, 38, of Yarrow, Rt. 1, died at her home early Saturday morning.
Funeral services will be held at the Novinger church Monday afternoon at two o’clock conducted by Rev. Archie Cooper. Interment will be in the Novinger cemetery. The body will be at the Robert B. Davis Funeral Home, 115 W. Jefferson, until the funeral hour.
She was the daughter of Jess and Haley (Stone) Miller and was born at Novinger Dec. 15, 1916. She was married to Ellis Klingsmith and seven children were born to them.
Surviving are her father, husband and five sons, Charles Lee, 15, Benny Al, 14, Floyd, 11, Johnny Lee, 6, and Jimmy Lee, 5, and two daughters, Hazel Mary, 13 and Bonnie two days old.
Bearers will be Ora and Cletus Miller, Arthur, Earl, Lloyd and Sylva Dupree.
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The little son of John Kloetzer, of this city, died of diphtheria last night.
Son Kloetzer, Memphis, Missouri, Memphis Reveille, 12 Sep 1901, p. 3, col. 3
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Mrs. Emma Knight Buried Tuesday
Funeral and burial services were held at the Mt. Carmel Church and cemetery Tuesday afternoon for Mrs. Emma Catherine Knight, who died at her home near Yarrow Nov. 20, at the age of 77, after an illness from heart disease and pneumonia.
She was born April 15, 1862 in Macon County and was married to Israel Knight, Jan. 23, 1887, spending her entire married life on the home farm. Her husband died July 23, 1902.
Surviving are two daughters, Mrs. Blanche Bragg, of Manvel, N. D., and Mrs. Grace Simmons, of Youngstown, and one son, Roy Knight, at home; four grandsons and one grand daughter, one great-grandson, and a brother, George Shultheiss. A grandson, Vincent Bragg, died two months ago.
She united with the Methodist Church early in life.
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MRS. J. P. KNIGHT DEAD
WIFE OF FORMER BUSINESS MAN SUCCUMBS ON HER 76TH BIRTHDAY
Mrs. Mary Permilia Knight died at Fulton, Missouri, hospital Saturday, June 20, on her 76th birthday. Funeral services were held from the Payne Chapel Tuesday afternoon, June 23, at 2:30.
Services were conducted by Rev. W. G. Bensberg, pastor of the Presbyterian church, and burial was in the Memphis cemetery. Pall bearers were J. Vic Smith, J. J. Wiegner, R. I. Ladd, Hal Harle, Fred DeRosear and W. H. Roberts.
A mixed quartette, composed of Mrs. W. T. Barker, Mrs. H. L. Greeno, John J. Wiegner and Kenneth Gleason, with Miss Marilyn Wiegner, accompanist, sang.
Mrs. Knight, before her marriage, was Miss Mary Permilia Adams. She was born near Ainsworth, Iowa, June 20, 1866. She with her sister, Grace, came to Memphis in the early ’90’s where they operated a millinery store. It was here that she met Joseph Paxson Knight to whom she was married February 18, 1892, at the home of her parents at Washington, Iowa. Mr. Knight died March 6, 1930.
Five children were born to them. One daughter died in infancy and one son, John S. Knight, died October 14, 1930. Those surviving her are Miss Helen Knight of McAlester, Okla.; Joe A. Knight of Memphis and Mrs. Paul A. Wangerin of Cleveland, Ohio. She also leaves four grandchildren, Misses Mary Helen Knight, Dorothy Knight, Joe A. Knight Jr., and Julia Ann Knight all of Memphis, and one step-grandchild, Hilton B. Burke, of San Francisco, Calif.
Other surviving relatives are three brothers, Harve I. Adams and Frank L. Adams of Omaha, Nebr., and John E. Adams of Ainsworth, Iowa, and two sisters, Mrs. Nat T. McKee of Phoenix, Arizona, and Mrs. Grace Uhl of Cameron, Mo. Three sisters and one brother preceded her in death.
In her youth, Mrs. Knight united with the Methodist church at Ainsworth, but upon her marriage, transferred her membership to the Presbyterian church in Memphis.
Those attending the funeral from a distance were Harve I. Adams and Frank L. Adams of Omaha, Nebraska; Mr. and Mrs. J. E. Adams and Mr. and Mrs. W. C. Cowell of Ainsworth, Iowa, Mr. and Mrs. Neil Uhl of Cameron, Mo., and Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Pace of Muscatine, Iowa.
Mary Permilia (Adams) Knight, Memphis, Missouri, Memphis Democrat, 25 Jun 1942
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Judge E.W. Knott of Kirkwood, Mo., died at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Edward Stubblefield, in Galveston, Texas, Saturday, July 16. Judge Knott was a brother of the late S.C. Knott and for a number of years was a resident of this city where many will be saddened to hear of his death.
Judge E. W. Knott, Memphis, Missouri, Memphis Reveille, 21 Jul 1910, p. 3, col. 5
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Death of Samuel C. Knott
After a long illness and years of suffering S.C. Knott crossed over to his reward about 4 o’clock a.m. Wednesday July 6, 1910, full of years and honors. In his case death was surely a release.
For the last few years life was a real burden. Mind and body seemed to fail simultaneously. In health and strength he was of a happy disposition, was courteous and companionable at all times, kept well posted on current events and was highly esteemed and respected. He was a man of deep convictions, strong in his friendships, sincere in his brotherliness, conservative in temperament, simple in character, pure in life and patient in affliction. Only a year or so ago, when his mind seemed perfectly clear he expressed a desire to die giving as as [sic] a reason “old age and the infirmities of mind and body.” Even then he was conscious of the fact that both mind and body were failing rapidly. Before this he had been active in public affairs. For many long years he served as a justice of the peace, and was a deputy in some of the most important county offices. When the hand of affliction came, no man prominent in the public affairs of the county was missed more than he, for he was a conspicuous figure around the court house, and in all the years of his public service no man ever served the people more faithfully than he.
The Knott family were prominent in the early history of the county. J. Proctor Knott, ex-congressman and ex-governor of Kentucky, is his brother, and an early settler here and is remembered by many of our old pioners [pioneers]. The funeral arrangements have not been announced as we go to press, but due notice will be given later.
Samuel C. Knott, Memphis, Missouri, Memphis Reveille, 7 Jul 1910, p. 3, col. 8
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SAM H. KNOTT IS DEAD
BORN IN MEMPHIS WAS ACTIVE IN NEWSPAPER WORK IN ILLINOIS
Funeral services for Samuel H. Knott, who died at the Belmont Hospital, Chicago, Saturday, Sept. 19, at 1:10 p.m., were conducted at the home of his mother, Mrs. Lou E. Knott, 221 North Washington street Monday afternoon by Rev. W.E. Longstreth, pastor of the Methodist church. Interment was in the Memphis cemetery.
Pall bearers were Charles Combs, Donald Mount, A.L. Luther, J.B. Smoot, H.M. Jayne and Ernest E. Leeper.
Mr. Knott’s grandfather, the late Squire S.C. Knott, was the first mayor of Memphis, and an uncle of his, J. Proctor Knott, was attorney general of Missouri, governor of Kentucky, and a member of Congress from Kentucky for a number of years. A speech he made on Duluth, Minn., was a classic in ridicule and made him nationally famous.
Sam Knott was born and reared in Memphis. He graduated from the Memphis high school, and as a young man he was the local correspondent for a Quincy newspaper. While doing this work, he developed a newspaper style of writing which carried him on into successful newspaper work.
He taught in the north ward school, and later went to Quincy where he was employed on a daily newspaper. From Quincy he went to Kewanee, Ill., where he worked on Governor Small’s newspaper a few years before going to Chicago where he was connected with the United Press Association as special writer.
He was active as a political and sports writer in Illinois for several years. He was publicity manager for some of the leading state candidates and Chicago city candidates in that state.
His last work was with the office in Chicago of Attorney General George F. Barrett of Illinois.
Samuel Henry Knott was a son of the late Samuel Sanders Knott and wife, Mrs. Lou E. Knott. He was born Oct. 11, 1901, at 221 North Washington St., Memphis, Mo.
Sam grew to manhood in Memphis. Graduated with the high school class 1919. He attended Westminster College at Fulton, Mo., in 1920, taught in the high school at Milton, Iowa, 1921; was principal of the north school at Memphis, 1922.
In May, 1923, when school was out, he was asked to report at Quincy, Ill., at the office of the Herald-Whig, where he was employed as reporter.
He was married to Miss Irene Koontz of Chicago, Ill., June 1, 1940 at Kirksville, Mo.
He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Irene Knott of Chicago, his mother, Mrs. Lou E. Knott of Memphis, his sister, Eugenia, with her husband, Harry H. Lovell of Fairfield, Iowa, and his sister, Mable, with the husband, Glen S. Todd of Memphis.
He was reared in the M.E. Church of Memphis, where he was a member of the Cradle roll of 1901, was active in Boy Scouts and De Molay work and was a member of Kappa Alpha fraternity of Fulton, Mo.
He was preceded in death by his father if December, 1904. Being only three years of age at the time of his fathers death, he was given valuable assistance and advice by his mother, one of the fine women of Memphis.
His motto, “Be prepared.” Truthfulness and loyalty his outstanding characteristics.
Those here from a distance for the funeral were Mrs. Samuel H. Knott, Chicago; Louie Koontz, Miles, Mich.; Mr. and Mrs. William H. Knott and George Beeson, Farmington, Iowa; Mr. and Mrs. Harry H. Lovell, Fairfield, and Charles Combs, Kahoka.
Samuel Henry “Sam” Knott, Memphis, Missouri, Memphis Democrat, 24 Sep 1942, p. 1, col. 1
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Mrs. Sarah G. Knott, beloved wife of Samuel C. Knott, of this city, died of heart trouble, Sunday morning, Nov. 4th, 1894, after a lingering illness.
Deceased was born in Greenville, Merriwether county, Georgia, May 3d, 1828. Her maiden name was Sarah Gates, and March 10th, 1846, she was married to Samuel C. Knott. In company with her husband she removed to this city in 1850 and lived here continuously with the exception (unreadable) – from April, 1859 to Oct (unreadable) California. She was the mother of ten children, four of whom preceded her to the spirit land, leaving three sons and three daughters still living. Since early girlhood she has been a consistent Christian and at the time of her death was a faithful member of the Presbyterian Church of this city. She was a devoted wife and mother, always forgetful of self, and always thoughtful of those around her. Funeral services, conducted by Rev. C. L. Hogue, were held Tuesday, after which the body was tenderly laid to rest in the cemetery. The sorrowing friends have the sympathy of the entire community.
Sarah G. (Gates) Knott, Memphis, Missouri, Memphis Reveille, 8 Nov 1894, p. 3, col. 4
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Obituary
Born to Spirit life, at the residence of H. G. Pitkin in Memphis, Mo., Nov. 7, 1889, Mrs. Jane Knox, aged 75 years, 11 months and 13 days.
She was the mother of Mrs. H. G. Pitkin and Mrs. John H. Mott, Mrs. Knox was born in Armstrong county, Pennsylvania, Nov. 24, 1813. Her maiden name was Jane Early. On Nov. 5, 1840, she was united in marriage to John Knox, who passed to Spirit life in 1881. After her marriage they resided in Pennsylvania about ten years, then removed to Indiana and from there to Illinois, and thence to Iowa. In 1864 they removed to Memphis, Mo., where each lived the remainder of their days. She was the mother of four children, all of whom except Mrs. Pitkin preceded her to Spirit life.
The following beautiful poem was read at the funeral as a part of the services:
THERE IS NO DEATH.
There is no death! ‘tis but the higher birth.
The stepping out from clay, away from earth.
A spirit disenthralled – forever free.
‘Tis but renewing life, not death to me.
There is no death! All nature proves this truth.
‘Tis but the glad returning of our youth.’
What tho’ the outer form be laid away?
The risen spirit finds eternal day.
There is no death! ‘tis but a newer life,
The cutting of a chord by nature’s knife,
The breaking of a chain that holds us down,
The opening of a cage – the prisoner flown.
There is no death! What though exhaled the dew?
It changes into forms forever new.
What though the seed be laid in wintry tomb?
The spring time comes and calls it up to bloom.
There is no death! The sun goes down at night
That it may rise again the morning light;
The twinkling stars that seem to pass away.
Are only hid in clearer, brighter day.
There is no death! This pulsing heart of mine
May cease to beat, the soul-lit eyes to shine,
And from the body go the fleeting breath,
And yet the risen spirit knows no death.
There is no death! The Father calls us home.
In tender, loving tone, He bids us come
Away from earth, away from weary care
To higher, better life, to scenes more fair.
There is no death! This clod of mortal clay
May leave its form, through nature’s sure decay;
But the freed spirit in realms supernal
Solves life’s mystery – the life eternal.
Jane (Early) Knox, Memphis, Missouri, Memphis Reveille, 14 Nov 1889, p. 3, col. 4
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Iris I. Knupp Passes Away July 11, 1967
Iris I. Knupp, daughter of David and Ida Swanston Kelso, was born in Schuyler County, Missouri, on July 2, 1889, and passed away at the Graham Hospital in Keokuk, Iowa, on July 11, 1967, at the age of 78 years and 9 days.
On July 4, 1919, she was married to Paul Knupp and to this union four children were born.
Mrs. Knupp was preceded in death by her father and mother, one brother and one grandchild.
She is survived by her husband, Paul; 3 sons, David Knupp of North Henderson, Illinois, Joe Knupp of Prospect Heights, Illinois, Wesley Knupp of Wyaconda, Missouri; and one daughter Mrs. Mary Smith of Granger, Missouri; nine grandchildren and one brother, Raymond Kelso, of Downing, Missouri; seven nieces and nine nephews.
Mrs. Knupp was a faithful companion, a loving mother and grandmother, a good neighbor and a friend to all who knew her.
Funeral services were conducted Friday July 14, 1967, at the Moore Chapel at 2:00 p.m. by Rev. Lowell Newland.
Music was furnished by Neva Lewis and Marjorie Ballew acompanied [sic] by Betty Drummond. Selections were “Rock of Ages” and “Beyond the Sunset.”
Body bearers were Derwood Comstock, Floyd Ruth, Ellis Spees, Oren Speer, Bob Farley and Mason Hatfield.
Burial was in the Barker Cemetery.
Iris I. Knupp, Memphis, Missouri, Memphis Democrat, 28 Jul 1967, p. 3, col. 7 & 8
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Several from here attended the funeral of Johnny Knupp held at Stiles, Tuesday afternoon of last week. Mr. Knupp was a former resident of this community for many years, and the family has the sympathy of his many friends here. He had lived in Illinois for several years and died at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Oren Nicols of Illinois.
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INFANT DAUGHTER DIES
A baby girl, Rebecca, born to Mr. and Mrs. Wesley Knupp of Wyaconda March 14, died at birth.
Mr. and Mrs. Vern Sprague, Rutledge, and Mr. and Mrs. Paul Knupp, Wyaconda, are the grandparents.
Rebecca Knupp, Gorin, Missouri, The Gorin Argus, 18 Mar 1965
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Father Of Mrs. Jerry Johnston Passes Away
Mrs. Jerry Johnston received word of the serious illness and death of her father, Mason Koons of Kenney, Illinois.
Mr. Koons passed away at 8:30 a.m. Sunday, Nov. 28, 1971. Services were held at 1:30 p.m. on Nov. 30, 1971 at the Kenney Christian Church. The Rev. Dale Baldwin officiating. Burial was in Pleasant Valley Cemetery.
Surviving are his wife; three daughters, Mrs. Wm. Matheny, Kenney; Mrs. Tim Sawchuch, Pocatello, Idaho, and Mrs. Jerry Johnston of Memphis, Mo.; three sisters and three brothers and eight grandchildren.
He was a member of the Christian Church, Henderson Masonic Lodge, Bloomington Consistory and Operating Engineers Union, Springfield, Ill., Local No. 965. Mr. Koons was owner—operator of a Kenney Hardware Store.
Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Johnston, Vickie, Terry, Sandra, Mrs. Ray Johnston and Mrs. Wilbur Johnston of Memphis attended the funeral.
Mason Koons, From Unknown Newspaper, 9 Dec 1971
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LAST RITES CONDUCTED FOR ROBERT M. KOONTZ
Funeral services were held Sunday afternoon for Robert M. Koontz, of north of Memphis, who died Friday afternoon, Feb. 29, 1952, at Davis County Hospital, where he had been for four days. He was 84.
Born June 17, 1867, in Preston county, W. Va., son of Samuel and Mary Jane Koontz, the deceased in 1895 moved to Jefferson county, Ia. For several years he taught school, later became a farmer. In 1898 at Brokville, Ia., he married the former Miss Mary Snider, who died in 1936.
In 1920 he brought his family to a farm near Memphis. He was a member of Memphis Baptist Church.
Surviving are two sons, Lawrence, Memphis, John, San Diego, a daughter, Miss Leta, Fulton, and a grandson, George William.
Funeral services were held at 2 p.m. Sunday, March 2, 1952, at Payne’s Chapel, Rev. J. Purd Hays officiating. Music was provided by Mrs. W. M. Frogge, Mrs. Joe Reed and Mrs. Sydney Moore. Pallbearers were George Morrison, Edward Morrison, Norris Gaffney, Everett Crowder, Loren Schenk, and George Davidson. Burial was in Memphis cemetery.
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Anthony C. Kratzer Dies Following Lingering Illness
Anthony Charles Kratzer passed away April 3, 1972 at the Wesley Medical Center, Wichita, Kansas after a lingering illiness [sic]. Tony Kratzer, the first son of Charles and Karen Kelso Kratzer was born October 23, 1963 at the Sacred Heart Hospital, Ft. Madison, Iowa.
Tony leaves to mourn his passing his devoted parents, Charles and Karen Kratzer and brother Shawn Stephen of Ft. Madison; Grandparents Mr. and Mrs. Robert Kelso of Downing, Mo. and Mrs. Madeline Kratzer of Memphis, Mo. also great grandparents and a host of Aunts and Uncles that loved him dearly.
Tony spent 3 ½ years of his life at the Glenwood State School & Hospital, Glenwood, Iowa. Much recognition should be given to them for the love and tender care he received there.
Tony was preceded in death by his grandfather Oswald Kratzer, and he will be remembered by his loving smile and sweet personality by all that knew him.
Grave side memorial services were conducted by D. W. Payne & Sons at the Downing Cemetery with the Rev. Kenneth Campbell of the Downing Christian Church officiating. Interment was in the Downing Cemetery.
Anyone wishing to express their sympathy may make contributions to the Glenwood State School and Hospital, Glenwood, Iowa in memory of Anthony Charles Kratzer.
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Ernest Kraus Dies At Age Of 88
Ernest F. Kraus, son of George Adams and Mary Gerig Kraus, was born January 13, 1880, near Etna, Missouri, and departed this life September 12, 1968, in the Davis County Hospital at the age of 88 years and 8 months.
He was married to Rebecca Hayden on March 18, 1903. To this union two daughters were born, Ozelma Nickels and Mildred Blake, both of Memphis.
He was united with the Cumberland, Presbyterian Church of Gorin in 1908.
He spent his entire life in Scotland County residing in Gorin until 1941 when he with his wife moved to Memphis to make their home.
He was preceded in death by his wife; mother; father; three sisters; four brothers; one half-sister; and three half-brothers.
He leaves in passing the two daughters, Ozelma and Mildred; two sons-in-law, Russel Nickels and Herb Blake; one granddaughter, Mrs. Janet Durnal, and husband, Dwight; two great-grandsons, one brother, Lee Kraus of Wyaconda; and many nieces, nephews, and friends.
Funeral services were held at the Christian Church in Gorin on Sunday, September 15, at 2 o’clock with the Rev. Faye Black of Memphis officiating. Music was furnished by Carl Pryor accompanied by Mrs. Flora Epperson. Interment was made in the Memphis Cemetery. Pallbearers were James Kraus, Richard Suter, Hayden Buford, Charles Buford, Billie Davis and Bob Kraus.
We’ll remember the good times Dad and we shared,
And our numerous hurts for which he has cared
We’ll always remember his twinkling eye
And little sad things that made us cry
He was old and sick
And in bed with his pain,
Vainly he struggled, but never
Complained
His sorrow grieved us, his pain hurt us too
Our hands were son helpless but what could we do?
Now he’s left us forever but in our hearts he’ll live on
It is hard to believe his life is all gone
But in his passing we see a part of life’s plan
Of the loving and giving that God has willed man.
Ernest F. Kraus, Memphis, Missouri, Memphis Democrat, 19 Sep 1968
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Memorial Service Held for Jean M. Kraus
On Sunday afternoon, April 23rd at 3:00 o’clock, the combined choirs of Culver-Stockton college and Northeast Mo. State College under the direction of Dr. Dale Jorgenson, presented a service of the “St. Matthew Passion” by Bach, in Baldwin Hall on the Kirksville Campus, in Memoriam of Jean M. Kraus and all men of N.M.S.C. who gave their lives in the Asian War, Because of the length of the choral work it was presented in two parts, the second at 7:30 p.m.
The service honored Jean M. Kraus a Sgt. in the U. S. Army and killed in action in Vietnam Aug. 5th 1970, when he stepped on a mine. He was a former art student of the college and received his B. S. Degree in Education with a Major in art in 1965 and taught in Clark County schools and two years in Germany, before his induction into the service.
A Memorial Fund was presented to the College President, Charles J. McLain by Mr. and Mrs. Milton Kraus of Gorin, to be used to equip a permanent art gallery of the Campus. The gallery will be named, “The Jean Kraus Memorial Art Gallery” and will be located on the second floor of Baldwin Hall, adjacent to the Art Department. The first art exhibition in the new gallery will feature Jean’s paintings. A public ceremony will be held upon completion and there will be a notice in the county papers as to the date.
An impressive part of the dedication service was the presentation and unveiling of a portrait in oil of Jean, painted by Mr. William Unger, Prof. of Art at the college.
This portrait will hang permanently in the gallery. Following this ceremony a German dinner was served in the Georgian room.
A number of friends and relatives from the local area attended.
Sgt. Jean M. Kraus, Memphis, Missouri, Memphis Democrat, 4 May 1972, Thursday
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KARL KRAUS, SR., DIES SUDDENLY SUNDAY A. M.
Karl Gustave Kraus was born December 12, 1888, near Gorin, Missouri, and departed his life Sunday morning, September 22, 1963, at his home near Arbela, Missouri, at the age of 74 years, 9 months, and 10 days.
He leaves to mourn his death his wife, Mary E. (Essig); five children: Mrs. Vern Trueblood, Kirksville, Missouri, Richard Kraus, Gorin, Missouri, Hubert Kraus, Kahoka, Missouri, Karl J. Kraus, Memphis, Missouri, and Calvin Kraus, Arbela, Missouri; fifteen grandchildren; one great-grandchild; three sisters, Mrs. Clarence Horn of Gorin, Missouri, Mrs. Willie Horn of Wyaconda, Missouri, and Miss Lena Kraus of Gorin, Missouri: and three brothers, Rudolph Kraus, Gorin, Missouri, Edwin Kraus of Gorin, Missouri, and Milton Kraus of Gorin, Missouri.
He was preceded in death by his father and mother, also a brother, Arthur Kraus.
He also leaves a host of nieces, nephews and many friends.
Karl had lived his entire life in and around Arbela. He was an active member in the Arbela Methodist Church. In his youth he attended the Etna Methodist Church, studied Catechesim [sic], and was confirmed.
He was always interested in the welfare of his neighbors and community. He took an active part in community affairs.
He was a loving husband, father and grandfather, and will be sadly missed by all.
Funeral services were held from the Arbela Methodist Church at 2:30 p.m. Tuesday, September 14, 1963, the Rev. Frank Barnett, pastor, officiating. Mrs. Barbara Barnett was soloist and was accompanied at the piano by Miss Jody Barnett.
Body bearers were Willard Mohr, Harry Callahan, Clark Dye, Irvin Padgett, Raymond Parker, and Okie D. Boyer. Burial was made in the Memphis cemetery.
Karl Gustave Kraus, Gorin, Missouri, The Gorin Argus, 26 Sep 1963
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Six Brothers Pall Bearers at Lewis Kraus Funeral
Funeral services were held in the Methodist Church for Lewis Kraus Saturday afternoon. He passed away on Thursday, Nov. 18, 1926, at the age of 69 years and 6 days. He leaves the wife, eight children, two sisters and eight brothers, besides many other relatives and friends to mourn his death. Six of his brothers acted at pall bearers; namely Gus, Henry, Noah, Charley, Ernest and Leo Kraus.
Lewis Kraus, Memphis, Missouri, Memphis Democrat, 25 Nov 1926, p. 8, col. 1
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Milton Kraus Services Held At Wyaconda
Milton Lewis Kraus was born April 22, 1901, in Scotland County, near Gorin, Missouri. He was the youngest of eight children born to Lewis and Paulina Kraus. He departed this life at the age of 71 on September 8, 1972, in the Kirksville Osteopathic Hospital, where he had been a patient for 10 days.
He was united in marriage to Marie Mason on June 10, 1934, in Kirksville, Missouri. To this union were born three sons.
The major portion of his life was spent on his farm between Wyaconda and Gorin, Missouri. His life has been a busy one and he got much enjoyment in anticipation of the seasonal changes connected with farming. He was always interested in the welfare of his neighbors and community and took an active part in community affairs. Milton was blessed with many talents with which he helped his family, friends and relatives. He was a member of the Wyaconda United Methodist Church and the Fairmont Masonic Lodge.
He was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, Arthur and Karl; and a son, Jean.
He is survived by his wife, Marie; two sons, Samuel, of St. Louis, Missouri, and William, of Roodhouse, Illinois; three sisters, Mrs. Lillian Horn, Mrs. Clarence (Emma) Horn, and Miss Lena Kraus, all of Wyaconda; two brothers, Edwin Kraus of Gorin, and Rudolph Kraus of Kahoka; three grandchildren, and two daughters-in-law, Ruby and Roberta; Besides a host of other relatives and friends.
He was a loving father, grandfather and will be sadly missed by all.
Funeral services were held at the Wyaconda Methodist Church Wyaconda, Missouri, on Sunday September 10, 1972 at 2:00 P.M. The Rev. Hubert Lowes officiated. Burial was in the Wyaconda Cemetery. Body bearers were Homer Rogers, Clayton Alderton, Lewis Kraus, George Martin, Lindley Egbert, and Howard Kemmer.
Milton Lewis Kraus, From Unknown Newspaper, 14 Sep 1972
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KILLED IN AUTO ACCIDENT
Mrs. Ernest Kraus Was Enroute Home From Bloomfield
Mrs. Ernest Kraus was killed in an automobile accident a mile south of Milton Saturday about noon when the automobile in which she was riding with her son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Russel Nickels and granddaughter, Janet Blake, collided with another car. No one else was seriously injured but both cars were badly damaged. They were returning from Bloomfield.
Funeral services were held at the Christian church in Gorin, Rev. G. Lolin Eaton, minister of the Christian church in Memphis, officiating. Music was furnished by Carl Pryor, accompanied by Flora Epperson at the piano.
The body bearers were four nephews–Keith Hayden of Huston, Texas; Ivan Hayden of Kirksville, Ward Hayden of Moberly, Winston Horn of Kansas City, and two great nephews, Hayden Buford and Charles Buford, both of Kansas City.
Interment was in the Memphis cemetery.
Rebecca English was the youngest child of John P. and Emma Austin Hayden, pioneer residents of Scotland county. She was born July 14, 1883.
She was married to Ernest Kraus, March 18, 1903. To this union was born two daughters, Ozelma Nickels of Gorin and Mildred Blake of Memphis.
She leaves the husband, the two daughters, two sons-in-law, one granddaughter, Janet Lee Blake; one brother, John A. Hayden of St. Louis, one sister, Mrs. I. M. Horn of Memphis.
She was a member of the Christian church at Gorin.
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Rudolph Kraus
Rudolph Clarence Kraus was born on a farm southwest of Gorin, in Scotland County, Missouri, on May 9, 1886, and passed away in the Scotland County Memorial Hospital in Memphis, Missouri, December 7, 1972, at 6:45 P.M. at the age of 86 years, 6 months, and 28 days.
Mr. Kraus was a lifelong resident in the Wyaconda and Gorin vicinity, with the exception of the last three years when his health failed. Then he lived in Kahoka, in the LaHoma Gutting Home.
He was the third son of Lewis and Pauline Kapfer Kraus, and one of eight children. He never married. He was preceded in death by his parents and three brothers, Arthur, Karl and Milton. Surviving are one brother, Edwin Kraus of Gorin, and three sisters, Mrs. Lillian Horn, Mrs. Emma Horn and Miss Lena Kraus, all of Wyaconda, nieces, nephews, friends
Kraus, both of Gorin, and one brother-in-law, Clarence Horn, of Wyaconda, nieces, nephews, friends. [There seems to be a mistake with this sentence.]
He was a member of the Wyaconda United Methodist Church.
Rudolph was of a quiet nature and was always busy doing something. He was a retired farmer and in his later years he loved to garden and care for his lawn in which he took great pride.
Funeral services were held Saturday, December 9, at 1:30 in the Wyaconda United Methodist Church. Rev. Hubert Lowes officiated. Music was furnished by Mrs. Larry Hales. Body bearers were Howard Kemmer, Lloyd Kiefer, Joe Riney, Lewis Kraus, Clayton Alderton and James Robertson. Interment was in the Wyaconda Cemetery.
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AGED CITIZEN DIES AT HOME HERE, JULY 18
Charles J. Krewson an aged and respected resident of this city, died of a complication of diseases, at his late home in Memphis on Wednesday, July 18, after a long illness.
Charles Jasper Krewson was born in Morgan County, Ohio, June 2, 1849, and died in Memphis, Mo., July 18, 1916. He came to Iowa when about 16 years old with his parents.
On August 11, 1872 he was married to Miss Permelia O. White. To this union were born five children, J. M. of Bloomfield, Iowa, Lizzie, who has kept the home for her father and mother, J. F. Chillicothe [sic], Mo., and William and Mrs. Ethel Hayes of Memphis. Besides the children his aged wife, two sisters and nine grandchildren are left to mourn his death.
He was a member of the Masonic order of Memphis. He was converted and joined the Baptist church in his boyhood. Afterward he united with the U. B. church. This was in 1871 and he has been a faithful member of that body ever since. All that knew Uncle Charlie, as he was affectionately called, respected him for his sturdy stand for that which he believed to be right, and he had many friends, who will miss him.
He came to Memphis in 1901. At this time the good wife is in a critical condition, and the entire community sympathizes with the stricken family.
The funeral was conducted by Rev. Thompson at the M. E. Church. The Masonic order administered the burial service at the grave.
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DIED SUDDENLY ON SUNDAY
J. M. Krewson, Bloomfield, Reared in Scotland County
Jay Murray Krewson, 76, of Bloomfield died suddenly Sunday evening of a heart attack. His death occurred about 5:00 p.m. while he was taking a walk near his home, says the Bloomfield Democrat.
Services were conducted Wednesday afternoon at 2:00 at the Curl Funeral Home by Rev. Carl Wilson. Burial was in the I. O. O. F. cemetery, Bloomfield.
Krewson had been prominent in local business and fraternal circles for many years. He was born in Davis county, August 9, 1873, the son of Charles J. and Permelia Krewson, and was educated in the schools of the county. He married Esther M. Calhoun, August 24, 1898.
For a number of years he taught in the rural schools of Davis county and Scotland county. He was the owner and operator of a farm in Davis county from 1896 to 1903. From 1903 until 1911 he served as a clerk in a Bloomfield hardware store. He was city clerk from 1906 until 1910. During the term of 1911-1913 he served as county auditor. In 1913 he purchased a hardware business in Bloomfield and operated the same until 1928. In 1932 he became a partner of O. W. Clark in a real estate and insurance agency. He retired from business approximately one year ago because of poor health, after suffering a stroke in 1948.
He was a director of the local board of education from 1914 until 1923 and served as president in 1920. He was president of the library board in July 1929 and was serving in that capacity at the time of his death. Krewson was a director of the Iowa State Hardware Dealers association from 1916 until 1926. He had served as a trustee of the Bloomfield Methodist church for many years, a member of A. F. & A. M., M.W.A. and was prominent in the I.O.O. F. He was a Past Grand of the latter organization and served as district representative.
He was preceded in death by two sons, Otto A. Krewson who died in World War I, and Harry L. Krewson who died in 1934. He is survived by his wife and one daughter, Mrs. J. A. Woodworth of Albuquerque, N. M., and several grandchildren.
Jay Murray Krewson, Memphis, Missouri, Memphis Democrat, 2 Feb 1950, p. 1, col. 7
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George Kropp Buried Here
Died at Oskaloosa Hospital on Tuesday Morning
George Kropp former Memphis business man died at a hospital at Oskaloosa, Iowa, Tuesday morning, May 10.
Funeral services were conducted at the Payne Chapel this afternoon at 2 o’clock by Rev. W. E. Longstreth, pastor of the Methodist Church. Interment was in the Memphis Cemetery by the side of Mrs. Kropp, who died January 26.
Mr. Kropp was born on March 7, 1866, being past 83 years of age. He is survived by one son, William G. Kropp, of St. Louis and several grandchildren.
In the 1900s Mr. Kropp was employed in the J. J. Townsend blacksmith and wagon shop in Memphis. Later he engaged in business for himself in a partnership with A. V. Douglas and James A. Sayer, under the firm name of Kropp, Douglas & Sayer.
They had a blacksmith shop and wagon business in the old church building a block south of the southwest corner of the square.
Mr. Kropp sold his interest in the business and accepted a traveling position with a St. Louis iron company, for which he worked for several years, moving to Oskaloosa about 30 years ago, to be nearer the center of his territory.
He was a member of the Memphis City Council and a splendid man of fine character.
George Kropp, Memphis, Missouri, Memphis Democrat, 12 May 1949
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L. P. Kunkel died of heart trouble at his home, west of this city, Sunday, Nov. 26, 1899, after a long illness, aged 49 years and 11 months.
Deceased was born in Berks County, Pennsylvania, December 26, 1848. He was united in marriage with Miss Calista Merritt, February 22, 1872. Of this union three children were born, Daniel, William and Arthur, and they, together with the wife, his aged mother, one brother, four sisters and many friends, mourn his premature death. In early life he was converted and joined the M. E. Church. When he moved near McAdow he connected himself with the C. P. Church and later changed his membership to the Dover Baptist Church. He was an active and prominent church worker and acted as Sunday school superintendent and leader in prayer meetings whenever his services were needed. He was an honest man, a good, kind neighbor, a thrifty farmer, a devoted husband, an indulgent father and an earnest and faithful Christian gentleman.
Funeral services were held in the Baptist Church in this city Tuesday afternoon, Rev. Bland Beauchamp, assisted by Rev. W. M. Sapp, officiating, after which the body was laid to rest in the cemetery.
L. P. Kunkel, Memphis, Missouri, Memphis Reveille, 30 Nov 1899, p. 2, col. 5
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Death of Mike Kuntz.
Michael Kuntz died of heart failure at his home at the northwest limits of Memphis at 2 o’clock Friday morning, May 5, 1905. The remains were taken to Hitt, where the funeral was conducted by Rev. J. W. Anderson Saturday morning at 11 o’clock, and were buried in the cemetery at Hitt.
Michael Kuntz was born in Noble county, Ohio in 1832. In 1865 he came to Missouri, and located in Scotland county. Mr. Kuntz lived in Miller township from that time until the year 1899 when he moved to Memphis and with his two sisters had resided here since that time. Michael Kuntz was a hard working, frugal and honest citizen. By his industry and economy he accumulated considerable fortune in his life time and will leave his sisters well provided for.
Deceased is survived by seven sisters and a number of relatives.
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FUNERAL OF SARAH KUNTZ
Was Born in Noble County, Ohio, 86 Years Ago
Sarah Kuntz was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. George Kuntz. She died at her home in Memphis, Missouri, August 30, 1941. She was born April 23, 1855, in Noble county, Ohio. She lived in this county most of her life. she was a member of the Methodist church in Memphis.
Services in her memory were held at the Gerth & Baskett funeral home on Monday, September 1, 1941. Rev. W. E. Longstreth was in charge of the service. Music was by Miss June Watkins and Mrs. W. E. Longstreth with Miss Lucile Trotter at the piano.
Mrs. [Miss] Kuntz is survived by two nephews, Bernard and Cleve Durnall, and a niece, Miss Martha Durnall, all of Memphis.
Burial was in the Richland cemetery.
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Louie Kunz died of quick consumption at the home of Isaac Butler, southeast of this city, Sunday night, September 8, 1895, after an illness of a few months.
Deceased was a partner of Jacob Hanzel in the butcher business in this city. A few months ago he was taken sick and was carefully nursed by his Odd Fellow brethren until he was able to be out again. A few weeks before his death he went out into the country where he used to live and was taken worse suddenly and died as before stated. At the funeral Tuesday, Rev. U. O. Deputy officiated, after which the Odd Fellows of this city, assisted by visiting brethren from Gorin and Wyaconda, took charge of the body and laid it to rest in the Union cemetery in accordance with the ritual of the order. A large number of his old friends and neighbors attended the funeral.
Louie Kunz, Memphis, Missouri, Memphis Reveille, 12 Sep 1895, p. 3, col. 5
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Earl Kutzner Services Are Held Here
Earl A. Kutzner, son of George L. and Lydia Nagle Kutzner, was born in Memphis, Mo., Dec. 21, 1883. He passed away in Davis County Hospital, June 14, 1966 at 2:05 p.m., where he had been a patient for 10 days.
He was united in marriage to Clara Lorena Wainright, March 17, 1909, who preceded him in death August 10, 1949. To this union five children were born: George M. (Mack) of Memphis, Mo., Miriam, Mrs. Floyd Ivins of Columbia, Mo., June, Mrs. Herbert Sherwood of Kahoka, Mo., Lorene, Mrs. Harold Sama of Annapolis, Md., Rueben E. (Bill) of San Diego, Calif. Other survivors include 21 grandchildren, and five great grandchildren, nieces, nephews and friends.
He was a member of the Brock Methodist church where he was choir director for many years, later he transferred to Memphis Methodist church. He was a graduate of Mrs. Bence’s private music school and taught music and farmed in Brock community most of his life.
Funeral services were held from the Memphis Methodist Church, Friday, June 17, at 2 p.m. Rev. John Gooch officiating. Burial was in the Memphis cemetery. The body bearers were Virgil Hyde, Cecil Doss, Archie Miller, Stanley Doss, Victor Patton and Jess Aylward.
Earl A. Kutzner, From Unknown Newspaper, 23 Jun 1966, Thursday
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GEORGE LAWRENCE KUTZNER DIES AT THE HOME OF DAUGHTER
George Lawrence Kutzner, son of Edward and Susan Lawrence Kutzner was born in Mooresburg, Montour County, Penn., Sept. 28, 1844.
Served Throughout Civil War
At the age of nine years, he came with his parents to Iowa. He settled on a farm near Keosauqua, where he lived until August, 1861. At this time he enlisted in the 3rd Iowa Calvary, and served this regiment two years. He was recruiting officer for a time in Scotland County.
He then enlisted in the 12th Missouri Cavalry and served two years. He was commissioned 2nd lieutenant and drill master in the 2nd Missouri Provisional Militia under Capt. Hewett, where he served six months in 1863. He was commissioned 1st lieutenant of the 12th Missouri and served two years until the close of the war. Capt. O. F. Smith afterwards wrote and said, “Lieutenant Kutzner was one of the best soldiers that ever wore blue.
At the close of the war, he returned to his father’s home at Memphis, Mo.
He was married to Lydia Nagle, of Cantril, Iowa, June 7, 1874. To this union seven children were born, namely: Clarence E., now living at Bakersfield, Calif.; Walter Lawrence of Gorin, Mo.; Mary A. Townsend, of Memphis, Mo.; Earl A. of Memphis; Mabel C. of Memphis; Leon V., of Boardman, Oregon; Jamie B. of Princeton, Kentucky.
In 1914 he and his wife moved to Doniphan, Mo. Two weeks ago, they returned to Memphis, to visit their children. Mr. Kutzner suffered a paralytic stroke on Sunday, July 2, from which he never recovered. All was done for him that loving hands and skill could do, but to no avail, and on July 2nd, 1922, at 10 p.m. he passed to his reward at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Mary A. Townsend. Mr. Kutzner, who had been in failing health for some time, often expressed to his wife, the wish and desire of his heart was to return to Memphis to die, where he could be with his children – and his wish was granted.
He joined the M. E. Church of Memphis over 40 years ago, and was faithful in its work as long as health permitted. He was a great singer and many remember his always using his voice in song and praise for the church and his Master.
He leaves to mourn his departure his wife, seven children, 27 grandchildren and 1 great-grandchild, and also a host of friends.
Love and respected by all, is the tribute we pay to Mr. Kutzner.
Funeral services were held Friday afternoon at 2:30 at the First M. C. Church, conducted by Rev. E. C. Morgan, the pastor, after which the body was laid to rest in the Memphis Cemetery.
George Lawrence Kutzner, Memphis, Missouri, Memphis Reveille, 13 Jul 1922, p. 1, col. 1
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Mrs. George Kutzner Mother of County Citizens died At Doniphan
Lydia Nagle, daughter of Jacob and Zeruba Nagle was born at Cantril, Iowa on October 2, 1852, and died at her home in Doniphan, Mo., Friday, February 14, 1930, aged 77 years.
She was married to Geo. Kutzner of Scotland County, Mo., in 1874, and lived here until about 12 years ago when they moved to Doniphan, Mo.
Mr. Kutzner died at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Mary A. Townsend, in Memphis, July 7, 1923.
The following children survive:
Clarence Kutzner, Los Angeles, Calif.; Leon Kutzner of Oregon, Earl Kutzner of Memphis, James Kutzner of Kentucky, Mrs. Mabel Kutzner O’Neal of Doniphan, Mo., Mrs. Mary A. Townsend of Memphis and W. L. Kutzner, Gorin, Mo.
She also leaves 29 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. She was a member of the Methodist church from early childhood.
Funeral services were conducted by Rev. Paul Barton from the home of the daughter Mrs. Townsend on Monday afternoon and interment was made in the Memphis Cemetery beside her husband.
Lydia (Nagle) Kutzner, Memphis, Missouri, Memphis Reveille, 20 Feb 1930, p. 1, col. 6
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Funeral services for Robert Kutzner, 26, who was killed early Friday evening in a training plane accident at Ft. Lewis, Washington, will be held in Memphis Sunday. The body is to arrive in Quincy, Illinois, today, Thursday. Mr. Kutzner was stationed with the air force at Ft. Lewis. Complete details of the accident are not yet known.
A graduate of Memphis high school, he entered the air force after graduation from the University of Missouri R.O.T.C. He was married to Anna Jean Ketchum, also of Memphis.
Surviving, besides the widow are two daughters, Sherri and Cindy; his mother, Mrs. Elsie Kutzner of Memphis; his father, Paul Kutzner of Ninevh, Ind.; five brothers, Walter and George of Memphis; Eldon of Washington, D.C., and Keith of Williamsburg, Va.,
Marvelle of Rutledge; four sisters, Mrs. Roberta Onken, Mrs. Bill Newman, Mrs. Leonard Mathes and Mrs. Patty Jackson.
Services will be held at the Baptist Church.
Robert Kutzner, Memphis, Missouri, Memphis Democrat, 5 Jul 1962, p. 1, col. 8
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Walter L. Kutzner Dies Suddenly At Gorin Home
Walter Lawrence Kutzner, 85 of Gorin died suddenly Thursday, February 1 in his home.
Funeral services were held on Saturday afternoon at 2:00 in the Methodist church with the Rev. Lemuel Hatfield officiating. Burial was in the Gorin cemetery. The body bearers were Kenneth Dauma, Walter Kutzner, George Kutzner, Gary See, Roy Adams and Steve Dauma.
Mr. Kutzner was born at Cantril, Iowa, September 26, 1876, a son of George and Lillian Nagel Kutzner. He was twice married, first to Mary H. Luman, who died in June, 1957. He married Minnie V. Nave July 27, 1961. She survives.
Also surviving are two sons, Paul of Ninevah, Ind., and Vane of Ft. Madison, Iowa; eight daughters, Mrs. Helen Chambers and Mrs. Estalene Kugler of Gorin; Mrs. Grace Cameron of Clinton, Iowa; Mrs. Irene Manka and Mrs. Dorothy Bendlage of Ft. Madison, Iowa; Mrs. Thelma Keiser of Bloomington, Illinois; Mrs. Evon Howe of Cedar Rapids, Iowa and Mrs. Faye See of Rutledge; a sister, Mrs. Mary Townsend of Memphis, and a brother, Earl of Memphis. Four sons, three brothers and a sister preceded him in death.
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