Clay Co., KS AHGP-Obituaries "W"

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If you have any obituaries published before 1923 that you would like to contribute to the page, please send them to me and I will add them. Obituaries published after 1922 will be abstracted to avoid copyright violations. All obituaries are from the Clay Center Dispatch unless otherwise noted. Other obituaries may be found in extractions from the Wakefield (part 1), Wakefield (part 2), Industry and Morganville newspapers found elsewhere on this site.
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Howard Henry Wachsnicht, 77, died Thursday, March 1, 2007, at ClayCenter; born Oct. 30, 1929, at Green, the son of Henry and Dessie Ann (Clark) Wachsnicht; married Marcene Hileman on Jan. 8, 1951,at Manhattan; preceded in death by two sons, David and Douglas Wachsnicht; survived by his wife, Marcene Wachsnicht of Green; one daughter, Debra Hess of Lawrence; one son, Damon Wachsnicht and wife Rhonda of Stockton, Calif.; one brother, Wendell Wachsnicht of Green; two sisters, Dorothy Buseman of Clay Center and Irene Klocke of Leonardville; seven grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren; no burial information.
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Another old soldier has passed away. James Wade of Manchester died at his home about three o'clock yesterday morning. The funeral services will be Friday with interment in the Keystone Cemetery. (Longford Leader, Dec. 30, 1915)
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WALKER, ALICE L. (McGaulley) Mrs. Alice Walker. Mrs. Alice Walker, 83, Marion, formerly of 301 West Court in Clay Center died Tuesday, May 19 at the Clay County Hospital where she had been a patient about three months. She was the daughter of William and Mary McGaulley and was born Feb. 5, 1881 near Longford. She was united in marriage to George Walker in 1900. Preceding her in death were he rhusband in 1945 and a son, Clarence, in 1919. The survivors include her children, Audley Walker and wife of Salina;Floyd Walker of Marion, Mrs. Lavone Habluezel and husband of Clay Center, Mrs.Jean Klein and husband of Wichita; a foster daughter, Mrs. Ethel Munson of Clay Center; a sister, Mrs. Catherine Stanley of Joplin, Mo.; six grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren. Funeral services were held in the Neill-Schwensen Chapel Friday, May 22 at 1:30 p.m. with the Rev. Don Schoepf officiating. Interment will be in Greenwood Cemetery. (Times – Clay Center, KS – May 28, 1964)
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WALKER, CLARENCE VERNON--Clarence Vernon, son of Mr. and Mrs. George Walker, was born in Clay Center, June 7, 1900, and died at their home in Riverview January 23, 1919, aged 18 years, 7 months and 16 days. Clarence lived in Clay Center all his life and was an honest, dependable boy and made many friends. He was a willing worked and as long as his health permitted was always employed. He had been in poor health about two years and was not able to be away from home the past six months of his life, and yet he bore all his suffering bravely and uncomplainingly. One thing beautiful in his life was his great love for his little sister Lavonne. His going leaves a vacant place in the home, and while it grieved his parents to see him suffer,they will miss him greatly. Besides his parents, Mr. and Mrs. George Walker; two brothers, Audley and Floyd, and one sister, Lavonne, and many friends mourn the death of Clarence Walker. Funeral services were held at the Walker home Sunday afternoon at 3 o’clock and burial took place at Greenwood cemetery. Rev. H.G. Mathis, D.D., conducted the services and Miss Ethelyn Richards, Mrs. James A. Hanna and Messrs. Fred Parrott and Will Vincent sang. (Times – Clay Center, KS – Jan. 30, 1919)
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WALKER, CYNTHIA ANNE (Willey) DIES HERE MONDAY. Mrs. Will Walker Was Born In Indiana, 1864. After a long illness and interesting life, Mrs. Will Walker, 87, passed into eternal sleep Monday afternoon, shortly after 2 o’clock at her home, 621 Dexter street, where she had resided for approximately 50 years. She had been in declining health for a year and her condition became critical the past month. She was given loving attention by her children and grandchildren, which made her very happy. As Cynthia Ann Willey, daughter of W.J. and Mary Jane Willey, she was born February 25, 1864, at Thorntown, Ind., and they made the long trek to Kansas, when she was a little child. The Willeys first located at Republican City, but later moved to Clay Center. Following her marriage to W.M. Walker they continued to make their home in Clay Center. Mr. Walker passed away 22 years ago, September 6, 1929. Mrs. Walker had the distinction of being the longest continuous member of the First Presbyterian church and she was most faithful in all the obligations of the church and in the community. She was also a member of the Clay Center Chapter of the Eastern Star. She leaves to cherish her memory her children, Mrs. Minnie Hetrick of Oklahoma City, Okla.; Roy A. Walker of Clay Center; Guy H. Walker of Seattle, Wash.; Bess, now Mrs. Ben Hughes, of Clay Center; 10 grandchildren, 14 great grandchildren, and 3 great great grandchildren; one sister, Mrs. Nealy Elliott of Denver, Colo.; nieces, nephews, other relatives, and countless friends. Memorial services will be held Thursday afternoon at 2:30 o’clock at the First Presbyterian church, and burial will be in Greenwood cemetery. Respect calls may be made Wednesday evening from 7 to 8:30 o’clock at the Peterson-Neill Chapel. (Clay Center Dispatch – Clay Center, KS – Nov. 27, 1951)
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WALKER, ELMO ARTHUR Elmo A. Walker, 74, 726 Arthur, Clay Center, died at the Clay County Hospital Monday night. He was born March 21, 1900 at Idana, the son of Arthur and Mable Walker. He owned and operated Walker Plumbing until 11 years ago when he retired. He enlisted in the U.S. Naval Reserve in 1942. In 1942 he was united in marriage to Fern Dunlap Davis. Walker was a member of St. Paul’s Episcopal Church and had served on the vestry. He had served on the Clay Center City Council and was a member of the Clay Center Plumbing Commission. He was affiliated with Clay Center Lodge No. 134, AF&AM, Coronado Commandery No. 20., KT Bethany Chapter No. 38, Royal Arch Masons of Clay Center, Isis Shrine and Salina Consistory of the Scottish Rite. In 1967 the Supreme Council conferred the honor of 32nd degree KCCH upon him at Wichita. He was active in working with the Shrine Crippled Children and Burn Hospitals. He was a member of Clay Center Order of the Eastern Star No. 180, and the Grand Cross of Color of the International Order of the Rainbow for Girls. Walker was a member of Alonzo F. Dexter Post No. 101 of the American Legion and DAV. He was a member of the BPOE and the United Commercial Travelors. The survivors are his wife, Mrs. Fern Walker of the home; sisters and brothers, Mrs. Nellie Campbell and George Walker and wife Lois of Clay Center, Mrs. Mildred Sterrett of Belleville, Mrs. Carol Griffiths and husband Leon of Raytown, Mo., Mrs. Vera Johnson and husband Alfred of Morganville, Basil Walker and wife Billie of Wakefield, Donald Walker and wife Annie of Idana; two God-sons, Michael Walker of Fayetteville, Ark., and Dr. Douglas Holtz of Hutchinson; many nieces and nephews and other relatives. Services will be held Wednesday at 11 a.m. in the Neill-Schwensen Funeral Home, with the Rev. Earl O. Minturn officiating. Interment will be in Greenwood Cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home this evening from 7 to 8:30. (Clay Center Dispatch – Clay Center, KS – Nov. 19, 1974)
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Fern Addilene Walker, 104, died Sunday, April 20, 2008, at Clay Center; born Dec. 18, 1903, at Norway, Kan., the daughterof William and Leni (Scott) Dunlap; married Elmo Walker on June 9, 1942, at Clay Center; he preceded her in death on Nov. 18, 1974; also preceded in death by four brothers; burial in Greenwood Cemetery
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WALKER, GEORGE -- GEORGE WALKER DIES. Had Been Seriously Ill For Past Week. George Walker, 65, 301 West Court street died Wednesday at 7:30 a.m., at the Clay Center hospital, after a week’s serious illness. Born at Idana August 16, 1880, Mr. Walker had lived in Clay county all his life. He is survived by his wife, two sons, and two daughters: Floyd Walker of the highway department, Audley Walker, Mrs. Howard Klein, all of Clay Center, and Mrs. Howard Habluetzel of Longford; also five grandchildren and a great granddaughter. A son, Clarence, died in 1920. Funeral services will be held Friday afternoon at 1:30 o’clock at the Mert Schwensen Chapel, and burial will be made in Greenwood cemetery. (Times – Clay Center, KS – November 8, 1945)
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WALKER, GEORGE M. OLD RESIDENT DIES. George Walker Passes At His Home Here. George Walker, 82, a life-long resident of this community, died at 4:30 o’clock Friday morning at his home, 415 Dexter street. He had been in failing health since last July, but he had only been seriously ill the past two weeks. Born near Clay Center, George was one of the four sons of the late Mr. and Mrs. S.R. Walker. Two brothers, John and Harry, preceded George in death, and the only surviving brother, Art Walker, of Denver, Colo., came Monday, and was able to visit with George a little. A son,Lloyd, died when he was 18 years old, and a daughter, Faye Walker Williams also preceded Mr. Walker in death. From his early manhood George Walker was a stockman, and for a number of years operated the Walker Sales company. He had a wide acquaintance. Surviving Mr. Walker are his wife; one daughter, Mrs. Charles Freeman, and Mr. Freeman; all of Clay Center; one brother, Art Walker of Denver, and other relatives. Funeral services were held Saturday afternoon at 2 o’clock at the Peterson-Neill Chapel, with the Rev. James Carr, former pastor of the Christian church officiating. Burial was in Greenwood cemetery. (Times – Clay Center, KS – Feb. 17, 1949)
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WALKER, JULIA ANN (Pinkerton) Walker:--Julia Ann Pinkerton was born Sept. 20, 1844, in the state of Mississippi. When a small child her parents moved to St. Joe, Missouri and there she grew to young womanhood. At the age of 19 she was united in marriage to Sanford R. Walker. To this union were born four sons, John and Arthur of Denver, Colo., George and Harry Walker of this place. In the year 1866 they moved to Kansas where they took a claim six miles from Clay Center, later the family moved to the city where they have continued to make their home. She united with the Christian church at the age of 16 years and remained a consistent Christian until the time of her death. On nearing the end, she said she would meet her Savior, first and then her loved ones who had preceded her to her eternal home. She died at her home in Clay Center Sunday night, May 22, age 65 years, 8 months and 2 days. The funeral services were held Tuesday afternoon at 2 o’clock at the Christian church, conducted by Rev. H.R. Murphy of Effingham, Kans. Interment took place at the Greenwood cemetery. Before the end came she had each one of the relatives come and bid her good-bye. She told them just what she wanted them to do, and had a different message for each one, she was so calm until the last, just waiting for the end to come. It was a scene long to be remembered by those who witnessed it. It is seldom that any one meets the end as bravely and without a quiver as she did. She is gone but not forgotten. We miss thee from our home dear mother, We miss thee from thy place, A shadow o’er our life is cast. We miss the sunshine of thy face, We miss thy kind and willing hand, Thy fond and earnest care, Our home is dark without thee, We miss thee everywhere. (Times – Clay Center, KS – May 26, 1910)
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WALKER, LAURA BELLE (Logan) -- OLD RESIDENT DIES. Mrs. Belle Walker Was 81 Year Of Age. Mrs. Belle Walker, 81, passed away in her sleep early last Friday at the home of her daughter and husband, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Freeman. She had been ill just two days and her condition did not seem to be serious; so her death comes as a great shock to them. Born in Marshalltown, Iowa, in November, 1867, as Laura Belle Logan, she was one of eight sons and daughters of Isaac and Harriet Logan. The Logan family came to Kansas in early days and first located in the Idana community. For many years Mrs. Walker had resided at 635 Court street, Clay Center. Although she was quiet and reserved, she was dearly loved by her family and close friends. Mrs. Walker was preceded in death by a son, Lloyd, in 1906, and a daughter, Faye Walker Williams, in 1932. The late C.B. Logan was a brother. Surviving are her daughter, Maude, and husband, Charles Freeman; and one brother, C.C.Logan of Wakefield, also other relatives. Funeral services were held Sunday afternoon at 2 o’clock at the Mert Schwensen Chapel. Burial was in Greenwood cemetery. (Times - Clay Center, KS – Sept. 15, 1949)
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WALKER, LLOYD LOGAN WALKER—Lloyd L. Walker, the only son of Mr. and Mrs. Geo.Walker, died Saturday morning at the family home in this city of rheumatism of the heart from which he had been suffering for some time. Sunday afternoon the funeral services were held from the Christian church, Rev. Moomaw officiating. Lloyd was a very popular young man, and the church could not hold the large number of his friends who came to pay tribute to his memory. His young gentlemen friends acted as pallbearers and the remains were buried in Greenwood cemetery. Lloyd was just a little past 18 years of age. Practically all his life, which was not a rugged one, has been lived in Clay Center. Among the young people of the city he had friends without number who were plunged in grief that his life,which promised so much, should have ended so untimely. He had been sick with rheumatism for some little time, and of late seemed to be better but the sickness went to his heart which proved fatal. His sorrowing father and mother have the sympathy of the entire city. (Times – Clay Center, KS – Jan.25, 1906)
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WALKER, MABEL A. (Hall) -- Mrs. Mabel Walker, 86, died this morning at the Mary Marshall Manor in Marysville. She was born April 9, 1890 in Clay Center and had lived in this area all her lifetime. She was a member of the Baptist Church and the Royal Neighbors. Her husband, Roy (Brick) Walker died in 1974. Survivors are a son, Don Walker of Clay Center; two daughters, Edythe, Mrs. George Slade of Clay Center, and Marcene, Mrs. Ira Schrock of Marysville. The services will be held Wednesday at 2 p.m. in the Neill-Schwensen Chapel, with the Rev. Donald Gaines officiating. Interment will be in the Greenwood Cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home Tuesday from 7 to 8:30 p.m. (Clay Center Dispatch – Clay Center, KS – June 21, 1976)
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WALKER, MAYMIE (Ewer) MRS. ROY WALKER DEAD. Typhoid Fever Claims a Young Wife and Mother—Funeral Friday Afternoon. Mrs. Roy Walker died this morning about 3 o’clock at the Clay Center hospital, whither she had been taken a few days ago suffering from a very severe attack of typhoid fever. The funeral will be held Friday afternoon at 2 o’clock from the residence of Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Wellsher, Mrs. Walker’s parents, and the interment will be at Greenwood. Mrs. Walker was only about twenty years of age. She leaves a husband and a little girl about three. (Times – Clay Center, KS – Oct. 7, 1909)
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Walker, Margaret Alice died March 24, 1946 in Clay Center; born July 28, 1876 in Golbornes, Lancashire, England to John and Mary Morris; married John Howard Walker on Thanksgiving Day, 1897 in Staunton, Illinois and they had two daughters, Edith Mary and Mabel Claire. Her husband died in 1901 in Osage Co., KS; also survived by two brothers, James Morris of Berwyn, IL and John Morris of LaGrange, IL and two sisters Mrs. Alexander Thompson of Aurora IL and Grace Morris of Golborne England. Burial at the cemetery in Osage City. (abstract, Clay Center Times unknown date)
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WALKER, MASON WARDER -- Funeral of Mason Walker. The funeral of Mason Walker was held this morning at 10 o’clock at the Christian church, the service being conducted by Rev. Mr. Moomaw. The church was crowded with the friends of Mr. Walker, and there were great numbers of flowers brought to be placed on his resting place. The body was interred in Greenwood. Mason Walker was born in Marysville, Ky., and at the time of his death was 66 years, 5 months, and 23 days old. His parents moved from there to Jacksonville, Ill., when he was a child, and they lived there seven years. From there they moved to Missouri near St. Joseph, Mo. Mr. Walker was married thirty years ago, in September. Shortly after that they came to Kansas, and nineteen years ago moved to Clay Center. He was a member of the Wesleyan Methodist church. Mr. Walker was afflicted for over a year with cancer of the stomach, which was the cause of his death. There are left a wife and four children. William, Emile Splate, Charles F. Walker, and Cornelia A. Walker. (Clay Center Dispatch – Clay Center, KS – Jun. 21, 1904)
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WALKER, ROY ANSIL ROY WALKER. Roy Walker, son of William and Anna Walker was born at Clay Center, Ks., March 5, 1887. He died July 13, 1974 at the Clay County Hospital in Clay Center, Ks. He had attained the age of 87 years. Mr. Walker had spent all of his life in Clay County. He had farmed some, but mostly managed horses and mules. He was married to Mammie Euwer, who preceded him in death, and to this union one child, Edythe, was born. On Nov. 29, 1910 he was married to Mable Hall and to this union were born Donald and Marcene. He is survived by his wife, Mable of the home, two daughters and a son, Edythe and husband George Slade, Donald Walker and wife Marcene of Clay Center and Marcene and husband Ira Schrock of Marysville; four grandchildren, Cynthia Slade, Sally Griffiths, Lucy Bandy and Jean Bryan; four great grandchildren, Slade and Stuart Griffiths and Bill and Bob Bryan; a sister, Bess Hughes, Clay Center; nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held Tuesday, July 16 in the Neill-Schwense Chapel, with Wilmer E. Severns officiating. Mrs. Rex Carlson was the organist and accompanied the soloist, Mrs. Jim Schulze, who sang “How Great Thou Art.” Interment was in Greenwood Cemetery. Pallbearers were Clyde Chayer, Clarence Mack, Richard Chestnut, Jacob Lindt, Arnold Knox, and Ralph Wilson. (Clay Center Dispatch – Clay Center, KS – July 19, 1974)
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WALKER, SANFORD R. Walker:--Sanford R. Walker was born in Maysville, Ky., April 20, 1840, and died at his home in Clay Center, March 4, 1924, after an illness of four months duration. At an early age he moved with his parents to Illinois and from there he again moved with his parents to Missouri, where he grew to manhood. On June 7, 1863, he was married to Julia Ann Pinkerton, who preceded her husband in death on May 22, 1910. Four sons were born to this union, three of whom survive their father, John and Arthur of Denver, Colo., and George of Clay Center, Kan. Harry, the youngest, passed away on December 15, 1915. In 1861 Mr. Walker joined the Union army, serving in the 39th Illinois cavalry, being discharged from service in 1864. In 1866 he moved to Clay county, Kansas, where he homesteaded a farm in the Five Creeks neighborhood, living there until 1889 when he moved to Clay Center. Here he engaged actively in business until a few years ago, when he retired. Many years ago he united with the Christian church and was an active member until the time of his death. He has been a member of the Knights of Pythias in Clay Center for thirty years or more. He has likewise been actively identified with the Grand Army of the Republic at through the years. While advancing years compelled Mr. Walker to retire from active participation in business affairs in which he had been well and favorably known for so long a time, he has been a familiar figure about the streets of Clay Center until ill health confined him to his home. After a very short private service at the home, funeral services were held at the First Baptist church at 10:30 a.m., Thursday, March 6, conducted by the pastor, Rev. W. Harley Smith. Mrs. Wilber Neill, Mrs. James Hanna, Alfred Humfeld and F.W. Parrott, as a quartet, accompanied by Mrs. Otis Swenson on the organ, sang “Beautiful Isle of Somewhere,” “Jesus, Lover of My Soul.” At Greenwood cemetery, where interment took place, the Knights of Pythias had their ritualistic service. The pall bearers were Ben Hughes, Harry Achenbach, John Kalin, H.J. Clevenger, John Berglund and H.G. VanSlyke, all of whom are members of the K.P. lodge. All of the old-time friends and neighbors of the Walker family were in attendance at the funeral. (Times – Clay Center, KS – March 13, 1924)
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WALKER, SARAH ELIZABETH (Sweat) -- Mrs. Sarah E. Walker, widow of William Walker, who has lived for so many years in Riverview, west of Clay Center, passed away Monday evening at 7 o’clock, at the home of her son, George Walker, in Riverview. Mrs. Walker had been sick for a long time and death was due to general weakness from old age and long illness. The families were old settlers of Clay county. Funeral services were held Wednesday morning from the George Walker residence, conducted by the Rev. Arnold of the Christian church and the burial was in the Idana cemetery beside the husband who had preceded her in death. Sarah O. Sweat was born in Ohio on January 9, 1837, and died at her home in Clay Center, Kan. March 15, 1915. She had reached the age of 78 years, 2 month and 6 days. On April 17, 1856, she was united in marriage to William Walker and to this happy union eleven children were born, her husband and four children having preceded their mother to the better land. The living children are: Edgar M. Walker of Trinidad, Colo.; Eda Karrigar of Clay Center, Clara Knowlton of Clay Center, Wm. Walker of Clay Center, Minta Branan of Clay Center, Effie Oppenlander of Clay Center and George Walker of Clay Center. (Clay Center Times – Clay Center, KS – Mar. 18, 1915)
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Vera Walker, 85, died Sunday, Nov.23, 2003, in Clay Center; born May 2, 1918, at Clay County, the daughter of Howard and Etta (Keefover) Brill; married Howard Walker May 2, 1940 at Green; he preceded her in death in 1980; also preceded by three sisters; survivors include one sister, Eva Carlile, Rupert, Idaho; burial in Fancy Creek Cemetery
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WALKER, WILLIAM MARION Walker;--William Marion Walker, eldest son of Mr. and Mrs. Mason Walker, was born n King City, Missouri, Nov. 15, 1860, and departed this life at his home in Clay Center, Kansas on Sept. 6, 1929, being at the time of his death 68 years, 9 months and 21 days of age. When nine years old he moved with his parents to Silver Lake, Kansas, where his mother, two sisters, and two brothers died during a small-pox epidemic. His father passed away some 15 years ago. At the age of 19 he came to Clay county, where he engaged in farming for several years. Following this he became a partner of John Smith in the house moving business. After engaging in this for some time, he sold out and became one of the well known horse and mule buyers in this part of the country. He continued in this business until three years ago when his health began to fail and he was compelled to give up active work. On December 23, 1885, he was married to Anna Willey Munden and to this union one daughter, Bess, and two sons, Guy and Roy, were born. He was a member of the First Presbyterian church and during this long siege of illness his faith and trust in his Master were beautiful to see. He was a member of the A.O.U.W. Lodge, and for many years was treasurer of the Clay Center Fire Department. He leaves to mourn his death his wife, one daughter, Mrs. Ben Hughes of this city, two sons, Guy of Spokane, Wash., and Roy of Clay Center, a step-daughter, Mrs. Ray Hetrick of Duncan, Okla., a granddaughter, Mrs. Geo. S. Slade, whose home had been with her grandparents since infancy, his step-mother, Mrs. Chas. Anderson of Morganville, two sisters, Mrs. Henry Splatey of Denver, Colo., and Mrs. Date Bannister of Clay Center, a brother, Frank Walker of Seneca, Kansas, nine grandchildren, besides a large number of relatives and a host of friends. Funeral services were conducted at the First Presbyterian church on Wednesday afternoon with Rev. Howard E. Hansen in charge and Rev. W.W. Carpenter assisting. The pall bearers were Julian Brenner, E.W. Henry, Clesson Williams, Ole Stratton, Walter Witt, and Chester Gilbert. A quartette composed of Mrs. Wilber Neill, Mrs. Alfred Humfeld, Alfred Humfeld and S.M. Vincent sang “Peaceful Slumber” and “When I Get to the End of the Way,” and a solo, “The Lord Knows Why” was sung by Mrs. Wilber Neill. Burial was made at Greenwood cemetery. There were many beautiful floral designs. (Times – Clay Center, KS – Sept. 12, 1929)
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Mrs. Mary Habluetzel Walters, a one time resident of the Green neighborhood, died last Thursday, Oct. 30, at her late home in Kansas City, aged seventy eight years. Mrs. Walters was the mother of Paul Herter and the grandmother of the Habluetzel boys of the Green vicinity. The body was brought to Clay Center Saturday night, and on account of the delay in the arrival of a daughter, Mrs. Otto Lemley of Chicago, the funeral announced for Sunday was held on Monday. Services were 11 o'clock at the Highland M.E. church, conducted by Rev. Ahrens. Burial was in the Highland cemetery. (Clay Center Times, Nov. 6, 1913)
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Solomon Walters, a long time resident of Clay county but of late years a resident of Abilene, died Sunday at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Charles McKale, one and one half miles south and two and one half miles east of Oak Hill, being at the time of his death passed the age of 85 years. He was born near Middleburg, Pa., and came to Oak Hill, this county, in the 70's and lived in that community for many years, moving to Abilene a few years ago. The wife passed away at the Abilene home within the last year and since that time Mr. Walters made his home with his daughter, Mrs. McKale, and in the neighborhood where he was so well known and where he had a host of friends and acquaintances. Mr. Walters was married three times and after the death of his second wife in Pennsylvania, he moved to Indiana and then to Kansas and Clay county. He was a member of the Evangelical church. The children who survive are: Joe Walters of Clay Center; Levi Walters of Wakefield; Dave Walters and Henry Walters of Abilene; Mrs. Charles McKale of Oak Hill; Mrs. Kate Stuck of Abilene and one other daughter of Abilene. The funeral was Tuesday in Abilene, with burial in the cemetery there. (CC Times, March 5, 1914)
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Solomon Walters died suddenly on Sunday afternoon of this week at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Charles McKale, north of town. Mr. Walters was aged 85 years, 2 months and 6 days, and has been very feeble for some time, although able to be up and around. He died very suddenly. After eating a hearty dinner about noon Sunday, he went into the parlor and sat in a chair. It was here that Mrs. McKale found him a short time later. He was one of the early settlers of this neighborhood and was for many years one of our most prosperous farmers. Several years ago he left his farm and moved to Abilene where he resided until the death of his wife, when he came to live with his daughter, Mrs. McKale. He is survived by four children: Mrs. Charles McKale, Mrs. Will Stuck of Abilene, Levi Walters of Wakefield and Joe Walters of Clay Center. (Longford Leader, Mar. 6, 1914)
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Bernadine E. Ward, 94, died Monday, April 10, 2006, in Farmington, Mo; born March 31, 1912, at Clay Center, the daughter of William and Alice (Walker) Mitchell; married Frank A. Ward Nov. 24, 1934; preceded in death by her husband, Dr. Frank A. Ward in 1998; one brother, Wilburn Mitchell; and two sisters, Flossie Tidquist and Juanita Warrenton; survivors include two sons, Drs. Gary Ward and wife Lois of Farmington, Mo.and George Ward of Farmington, Mo.; one sister, Dorothy Foster of Baldwin City; four grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren; burial at Hillview Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Farmington, Mo
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Mrs. C. E. Warner, mother of J. L. Warner of our town, died on the 8th of this month, in Barry County, Mich. She was born in 1825, in the state of New York, and was one of the earliest pioneers of Michigan, coming there at the age of 12 years, a woman of refinement and education. She was a teacher for years and taught some of the first schools in Michigan, sometimes getting one dollar per week. Her advanced age may it impossible for her to recover from the effects of an accident in which her hip was broken, She was past 88 years old. Her son arrived at her bedside in time to talk with her and care for her during her last hour. She was faithful in her duties and well deserved the esteem in which she was held. (Longford Leader, Aug. 14, 1913)
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Ruth K. Walter, 91, died Friday, Jan. 19, 2007, at Manhattan; born Oct. 5, 1915, at Wakefield, the daughter of George A. and Nina R. (Allen) Kent; married Stuart Walter on Oct. 4, 1933, at Wamego; he preceded her in death on Dec. 27, 1993; also preceded in death by twobrothers, Charles H. Kent and Raymond Kent; survived by one son, Ronald K. Walter and wifeJ eannette of Topeka; two daughters, Margaret L. Toburenof Clay Center and Barbara K. Carlson and husband Gayle of Atchison; ten grandchildren; four step-grandchildren;17 great-grandchildren; ten step-great-grandchildren; and two step-great-great-grandchildren; inurnment at the Highland Cemetery, Wakefield.
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Chapman Creek--a child of Mr. Warner's died last week at this place. (Clay County Sentinel, July 29, 1889)
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Phyllis A. Watson, 86, died Saturday,Nov. 22, 2003 at Clay Center; born Dec. 19, 1916 at Glenwood, Iowa, the daughter of Francis and Murillo (Hanks) Timmons; married George Watson on Nov. 22, 1936; hepreceded her in death on April 29, 1987; also preceded by two infant daughters; survivors include one daughter, Judith and husband Richard Shireman, San Francisco, Calif.; one son, Timothy and wife Dena Watson, Midlothian, Va.; three grandsons; and two great grandchildren; no cemetery given.
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Khya LaShea Webb, an infant, died Wednesday,Jan. 23, 2008, inTopeka; survived by her father, Jessie Webb, her mother, Jessica James, both of Manhattan; grandmother Diane James of Morganville; grandfather Jack James of Clay Center;grandmother Susan Guy of Clay Center; grandfather Marvin Shepard of Miltonvale; grandfather Shawn Sutton; grandfather John Sutton; great-grandmother Dora Shepard of Miltonvale; great-grandmother Sarah Oliver of Clay Center; burial at Timber Creek Cemetery in Clay County.
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Linda Webber, 59, died Wednesday, April 25, 2007, in Clifton; born Mar. 27, 1948 to Robert and Mary (Brannan) Webber; preceded by one brother and her mother; survived by a daughter, Renea Webber of Clay Center; two brothers, Larry Webber and wife Erma ofTemple, Tex., and William Kerr of Clay Center; threes isters, Kathy Schumock and husband Rick of Wichita,Tina Webber and husband Carl, and Terri Buskirk, all of Clay Center; and one grand-daughter; burial at GreenwoodCemetery.
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Clarence Weidman Jr., 76, died Friday, Aug. 18, 2006, in Wichita; born April 30, 1930, in Clay County, the son of Clarence Sr. and Clara (Pfizenmaier) Weidman; married Peggy Robinett Nov. 20, 1951; preceded indeath by one grandson; survivors include his wife, Peg Weidman of Clay Center; three daughters, Cathy Hafner and husband Randy of ClayCenter, Deb Martin and husband Doug of Clay Center and Christine Weidman of Manhattan; one brother, Warren Weidman of Clay Center; and six grandchildren; burial in Greenwood Cemetery.
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Francis Weir, 84, retired farmer, died Thursday, Oct. 31, 1991; survived by wife, Pearl; sons, David of Wakefield, Roger of McPherson; daughters, Jean Leonard of Junction City, Roberta Horner of Wakefield; sisters, Marie Kroll of Lodi, Calif., Marian Burnett of Bethel Island, Calif.; 14 grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; services at Madura Congregational Church. (abstract, Wichita Eagle, Nov. 2, 1991)
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Elmer Edward Welch born Sept. 20, 1907, near Idana where he was reared, the son of J.H. and Barbara (Beverly) Welch; died Sept. 17, 1999 in Lawrence; married Thelma Taylor Jan. 12, 1929, in Clay Center; survived by his wife, a daughter, a son, two brothers, two sisters, five grandchildren and six great-grandchildren; burial in Greenwood Cemetery
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Annie Louise Weller, 80, died Wednesday, Feb. 6, 2008, at Clay Center; born Nov. 29, 1927, at Ohatchee, Ala., the daughter of Earl and Maggie (Freeman) Wilkerson; married Clarence Weller on Jan. 4, 1946; preceded in death by an infant son, Roger Weller, three brothers and one sister; survived by her husband, Clarence Weller of Clay Center; two sons, Clint Weller and wife Donna of Clay Center and Mark Weller and wife Chris of Kearney, Neb.; one daughter, Patricia Merrill and husband Lon of Clay Center; one sister, Idell Findley ofJ acksonville, Ala.; ten grandchildren; and ten great-grandchildren; burial in Fancy Creek Cemetery.
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Gerald Ray Weller, 23, of Clay Center died at his parents' home there. He was born in Clay Center on July 17, 1932. He is survived by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Marion S. Weller; two brothers, Clarence of Clay Center and Milo of Lima, OH; one sister, Darlene of the home; and a grandmother, Mrs. Ida Roberts of Sumner, WA. (abstract from paper dated Jan. 8, 1956)
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WELLSHER, ADAH BEATRICE (Warner) -- After living a long and useful life Mrs. Adah B. Wellsher, 80, quietly passed from her earthly journey into the Great Beyond, Thursday, January, 28. The final summons brough release from worldly cares and suffering. For half a century Mrs. Wellsher resided in Clay Center, but she went to make her home with her daughter, Mrs. John Lantz at New Cambria, Kans., in August, 1942. During her long residence in Clay Center, Mrs. Wellsher gave her first thought to her home and her family and also had time to be a good neighbor. She had a pleasant manner, and although she did not enter extensively into public life, she formed many friendships in this community. Of her it might well be said as of the woman of the Bible, “She hath done what she could,” and has now gone to her eternal reward. Ada Beatrice Warner, was born August 9, 1862, in Grant county Wisconsin, and departed this life at the home of her daughter at New Cambria, Kans., January 28, 1943, being in her eightieth year. As a young woman, Miss Warner, was married to Charles Ewer. To this union three children were born: Delia (Mrs. Wendt), Guy and Mamie (Mrs. Walker). All of them preceded her in death. Later Mrs. Ewer was married to Elmer J. Wellsher of Clay Center, who passed away September 5, 1941. The two children of this union survive and are Mrs. Daisy Davis of Phoenix, Ariz., and Mrs. Maude Lantz of New Cambria. Seventeen grandchildren and twelve great grandchildren survive Grandmother Wellsher. Funeral services were held Wednesday afternoon, February 3 at two o’clock at the Peterson-Neill Chapel, The Rev. Ernest A. Hull of the First Methodist church conducted the services. Alfred Humfeld sand “Beautiful Isle of Somewhere” and “Sometime We’ll Understand.” Mrs. Andrew Carlson was the accompanist. Interment was made in Greenwood cemetery. Six grandsons were the pall bearers, two of them being in uniform. Her family and friends paid honor to her memory by their presence and with floral offerings. (Times – Clay Center, KS – Feb. 11, 1943)
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WELSHER, ELMER JOHN -- Elmer J. Welsher, long time resident of Clay Center, died at the Municipal hospital Friday night, September 7, 1941. Had he lived until September 17, he would have been 80 years old. While Mr. Welsher had been in failing health for some months, he kept up and at work until a short time ago. He was taken to the hospital eleven days before, and failed rapidly in the last week. Born in Grant county, Wisconsin, September 17, 1861, Elmer J. Welsher was the son of Phillip and Samantha Welsher. His father died when Elmer was a small boy, and soon after that his mother came to Palmer, Kas., with her four sons. Elmer worked various places in Kansas, and was united in marriage with Ada Ewer at McPherson, Kas. About forty-eight years ago they came to Clay Center and have made their home here since that time. They lived together more than fifty years. Mr. and Mrs. Welsher were the parents of two daughters: Daisy, now Mrs. Marion Davis of Clay Center, and Maude, now Mrs. John Lantz of New Cambria, Kas. Mrs. Welsher and her daughters were with Mr. Welsher during his last illness. Surviving Mr. Welsher are his widow, two daughters, Mrs. Davis of this city and Mrs. Lantz of New Cambria; also twelve grandchildren; five great-grandchildren, who have five children, all of whom will miss him. His parents and three brothers preceded him in death. During his long residence in this city, Mr. Welsher made friends, but his chief interest was in his home. As a young man he was industrious and worked to help his widowed mother. All his life he was energetic and gave strict attention to whatever work he undertook. He did not care to belong to any organization, but was interested in his home community. Funeral services were held Tuesday afternoon, September 9th, at 2 o’clock at the Welsher home 502 Seventh street, in Clay Center, with the Rev. L.F. Arend of the First Methodist church, in charge. Mrs. Edna Siemers, Mrs. M.L. Harter, Dr. H.K. Benneson, and Verner Alquist sang “Going Down the Valley,” “Beautiful Isle of Somewhere,” and “Sometime We’ll Understand.” Burial was made in Greenwood cemetery. The body bearers were grandsons of the deceased. Relatives and friends came to pay their respects, and the floral offerings were further expressions of respect. (Times – Clay Center, KS – Sept. 1, 1941)
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WENDT, DELIA ADA (Ewer) -- Death came to Mrs. Albert Wendt last Thursday afternoon as a blessed relief from her sufferings. Although she will be missed in her family circle those who loved best find consolation in knowing that she is at rest, and she will ever be lovingly remembered by them. During her life-time her attitude toward everyone was of affectionate friendliness. She was especially devoted to her family, and during her illness they did everything in their power to lessen her pain and make her comfortable. Mrs. Wendt’s life story is as follows:--Delia Ada Ewer was born October 3, 1882 at Bear Creek, Wisc., and passed away at the home of her mother, Mrs. E.J. Wellsher, 502 Seventh street, Clay Center, Kansas, Thursday, February 23 (?) 1928, at the age of 45 years, 4 months, and 20 days. She came west with her parents in 1890, when she was but a child, and Palmer, Kansas, became their home. She was united in marriage with Albert Wendt, May 24, 1905, and their home was mostly in this vicinity although at press the Wendt family home is at Superior, Nebr. Mrs. Wendt was an active worker in the Rebekah lodge and those closely associated with her appreciated her many good qualities. Besides her husband, Mrs. Wendt leaves to mourn her going on daughter, Mrs. Marie Thompson of Superior, Nebr., two sisters, Mrs. M.L. Davis of Clay Center and Mrs. J.O. Lantz of Abilene, also one brother, Guy Ewer of Kansas City, Kansas. Many friends of Mrs. Wendt share their sympathy with the bereaved family. Her father and one sister preceded her in death some years ago. The daughter, Mrs. Thompson and Mr. Wendt were here to help care for Mrs. Wendt, and other relatives who came for the funeral were her sisters and aunt, Mr. and Mrs. Dan Myers of Guthrie, Okla., Oscar Thompson of Superior, Nebr., Fred Wendt and son of Topeka, Ferd Wendt and son of Oak Hill. The funeral services were held at the Wellsher home Saturday afternoon, February 25, at 2 o’clock; being conducted by Rev. S.A. Siewert, pastor of the First Presbyterian church, and burial was made in Greenwood cemetery. The Rebekah lodge had a part in the final rites at the grave and the pall bearers were members of the I.O.O.F. Encampment. The music was furnished by a quartet composed of Mrs. A.C. Petermeyer, Miss Mildred VanCuren, Dr. H.K. Benneson, and Verner Alquist, who sang three appropriate selections. The beautiful floral offerings, and the many courtesies extended by friends and neighbors betokened esteem for the departed and sincere sympathy for the sorrowing family. (Times – Clay Center, KS – Mar. 1, 1928)
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Dolores Werner, 84, died Monday, Oct. 15, 2007, at her residence in Clay Center; born Jan. 20, 1923, at Clay Center, the daughter of John and Gertrude (Thompson) Slingsby; Jan. 31, 1943, she married Lowell Werner; he preceded her in death on Oct. 6, 2005; also preceded in death by an infant grandson; survived by her daughter, Doretha Frigon and husband Rayof Clay Center; one son, Corwyn Werner and wife Janet of Whitewood, S.D.; four grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren; burial in Greenwood Cemetery.
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Lowell W. Werner, 85, died Thursday,Oct. 6, 2005 in Clay Center; born July 29, 1920, at Greenleaf, the son of David and Eola (Gillispie) Werner; married Dolores Slingsby Jan. 31, 1943; precededin death by two brothers and 2 sisters; survived by his wife, Dolores Werner of Clay Center; one son, Corwyn and wife Janet Werner ofWhitewood, S.D.; one daughter, Doretha and husband Ray Frigon of Clay Center; four grandchildren; and fivegreat-grandchildren; burial in Greenwood Cemetery.
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Nettie Fisel Westergard was born October 8, 1886 in Oak Hill, this county, and died May 1, 1915 at her home in Topeka. The family moved to Louisville, Kentucky when she was 8 years old, returning to Clay County 5 years later. On September 18, 1905 she was united in marriage to Chester Westergard of Topeka, and since made that place her home. To their union was born one son, Velmont, who with his father, and Mrs. Westergard's parents, sister and brother, five uncles and a host of other relatives and friends are left to mourn her loss. Funeral services were held at the Longford church on May 4, with burial in Rose Meron cemetery. (Longford Leader, May 6, 1915)
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Helen E. Whetstine born Aug. 26, 1911, in Clay County, the daughter of George and Antonio (Spacek) Lippert; died Sept. 4, 1999 at Clay Center; married George Whetstine March 21, 1937; preceded in death by a brother and two sisters; survived by his wife, a son, a daughter, a sister, four grandchildren; and a great-grandchild; burial in Greenwood Cemetery
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Curtis S. Wilcox, 82, Clay Center, died Sept. 21 at his home; born July 13, 1915, at Green to Lloyd E. and Gertrude Sewell Wilcox; married Geneva Taylor on Sept. 12, 1939; she died March 13, 1990; married Mildred Pfeifley; she survives of the home; also was preceded in death by one grandson, Anthony Wilcox, on April 3, 1994; other survivors include a son, Bill Wilcox, Bonner Springs; three stepsons, Phil Pfeifley, Riley, Brad Pfeifley, Denver, and Rick Pfeifley, Manhattan; a grandson, Samuel Wilcox, Junction City; and six stepgrandchildren; burial at Greenwood Cemetery. (abstract, Manhattan Mercury, Sept. 27, 1997)
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Kent Wayne Wilder, 55, died Tuesday, March 13, 2007 at his residence in Clay County; born Oct. 17, 1951, at Clay Center, the son of James and Velma (Hugunin) Wilder; married Kathy Girtonon Sept. 9, 1972; survived by his wife, Kathy Wilder of the home at Clay Center; one son, Kyle Wilder of Clay Center; one daughter, Karla Fickes and husband Nick of Clay Center; his mother, Velma Wilder of Clay Center; one brother, David Wilder and wife Delrene of Clay Center; and two grandchildren; burial in Greenwood Cemetery
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Emery Lorenzo Willhof born Oct. 4, 1918, in Dickinson County, the son of Otto Albert and Hettie Izora (Duck) Willhof; died Oct. 2, 1999, in Clay County; preceded in death by a sister and a brother; survived by brother and a sister; burial in Athelstane Cemetery
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Edward Williams was born at Leavenworth, April 9, 1885, and after his mother's death he made his home with Jesse Wilson on a farm east of Longford. He came to Blue Rapids about seven years ago. On the 3rd of April, 1912, he was married to Miss Myra Bumps. The next month he commenced having a fever, thought to be malaria, and by August his health had failed him so that he had to give up his work. It was then known that he had the terrible disease, consumption. After about seven months suffering and pain, on last Friday, March 6th, at 1:30 p.m., his spirit loosened its mooring. Besides a heart broken wife, the deceased leaves a brother and sister to mourn his departure. The funeral services for Edward Williams were held Saturday morning at 10 o'clock at the home of his father in law, Jesse Bumps, in Blue Rapids, Kansas. The sermon was preached by Rev. R. L. Stratton, and music was furnished by Krump, Hodgers, Culter and Cox, Vera Burket accompanist. There were many beautiful flowers sent by friends and relatives, among them being a beautiful floral piece from the employees at No. 2, at which mill he was employed as an engineer. The interment was a Prospect Hill Cemetery. (Longford Leader, Mar. 13, 1913)
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Virginia M. Williams, 87, died Friday, Aug. 24, 2007, at Clay Center; born Sept. 15, 1919, at Fairmont, Minn., the daughter of George and Amelia Rasmussen; married Clifford Williams Sr. on June 15, 1945; preceded in death by her husband, one grandson, one great-granddaughter, one stepson,five brothers and two sisters; survived by one son, Clifford Williams Jr. and wife Carolyn of Clay Center; two daughters, Neena Wilson and husband Gary of Clay Center and Ruth Crawford of Clay Center; one stepson, Wilber Williams of Portland, Ore.; one sister, Eloise Dunning of Waite Park, Minn.; 18 grandchildren; 38 great-grandchildren; and 16 great-great-grandchildren; burial in Greenwood Cemetery.
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Jesse Willson, an old settler and a very prominent man in the Longford neighborhood for many years, passed away last Wednesday morning, November 19th, at 9 o'clock, at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Frank Balliet, near Longford, where he had made his home for a number of years. Mr. Willson had been in poor health for about four years but was taken seriously sick just a short time before he died. He was eighty years of age, and the cause of his death was given as heart trouble. Mr. Willson came to Clay county over forty five years ago and during all his residence in these parts he lived in the Longford community. He was at all times a prominent worker in the interests of his home community and will be greatly missed by his old friends and neighbors. Mr. Willson was a farmer but a few years ago retired from active farm life. The wife and mother of his children died three years ago, leaving to survive his death four daughters: Mrs. Frank Balliet of Longford; Mrs. George Emerson of Osborne; Mrs. W. F. Schoonmaker of Arizona and Mrs. J. W. Armstrong of New Jersey. Dr. G. W. Bale of this city is a grandson of the deceased. Funeral services were held Friday at the Balliet home, with burial in the Oak Hill cemetery. (CC Times, Thursday, Nov. 27, 1913)
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Jesse Wilson, an old settler in this community, died Nov. 19th at nine o'clock at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Frank Balliet, where he had made his home for a number of years. He was born at Hamburg, New Jersey, Sept. 11, 1833, and was married to Amanda H. Hebler at Newton, New Jersey, on Feb. 28, 1855. The family came to Clay County in 1878. He was one of the charter stockholders of the Citizens' State Bank of Longford, and has been a director of that institution since its organization eleven years ago. Mr. Wilson has been in poor health for the past two years but was taken seriously ill only twenty minutes before he died. Besides Mrs. Balliet he leaves three other daughters to mourn his departure: Mrs. Fred Emerson of Osbourne, Kansas; Mrs. Armstrong of New Jersey; and Mrs. Schoonmaker of Arizona. The funeral will be held tomorrow at the home of Frank Balliet. He was past 80 years of age. (Longford Leader, Nov. 20, 1913)
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Ethel P. Wingard, 101, died Friday, Feb. 9, 2007, at Clay Center; born April 24, 1905, at Detroit, Kan.,the daughter of Edwin and Florence (Zahm) Allen; married Elmer W. Wingard on June 5, 1929, at the home of herparents; he preceded her in death on May 13,1999; also preceded in death by three brothers; survived by one daughter, Audrey Steenbock and husband Marvin of Longford; one brother, Ray Allen of Wichita; two grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren; burial in the Livingston-Union Cemetery north of Abilene.
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Mrs. Ed Wingrove, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. M. L. Hawley, of this city, passed away very suddenly last Wednesday afternoon at her home in Hemet, California, news of her death reaching her parents late Wednesday night. Formerly Miss Minnie Hawley of this place, she Ed Wingrove, also formerly of Clay Center, went to Los Angeles three years ago, and were wed there. Besides her husband and parents, she is survived by a sister, Iva, of Clay Center, and another sister, Mrs. Peary Canabaugh. Burial will be at Hemet, California. (CC Times, Mar. 5, 1914)
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Margaret S. Wingrove was born November 17th, 1840, in Randolph Co., Penn. She was married to O. P. Wingrove Nov. 2, 1865. Died at Idana, Clay Co., Kansas, September 11, 1887 (1886?). About fifteen years ago she gave herself in covenant to the Lord and consecrated her life to His service in the Methodist church. In 1876 she with her husband and children came to Clay Co., Kansas. Here they united with the Methodist church. Some time ago she was attacked with cancer and had it removed, but about a year ago it began again its fatal work, so that her last year of life here was one of constant suffering, but although her suffering was great, she manifested resignation to the Lord's will, and often conversed freely about her departure and the pleasure of being with her Savior. She leaves a husband, one son and one daughter to mourn her loss. The funeral services were held at the M. E. church of Idana, a large concourse of people following her to the silent city of the dead. (Clay Center Democrat, Aug. 16, 1886)
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Lois Marie Winston, 73, died Friday, July 18, 2008, at Shawnee; born May 6, 1935, at Longford, the daughter of Clifford and Agnes (Carlson) Scripter; married Jack Winston on Sept. 9, 1956, at Clay Center; hepreceded her in death on Feb. 25, 1994; also preceded in death by her father; survived by one son, Jack E. Winston Jr. of Shawnee; two daughters, Kimberly Young and husband Steve of Holyoke, Colo.and Kristol Stenstrom and husband Michael of Shawnee; her mother, Agnes Scripter of Clay Center; two sisters, Bonnie Snyder of Aurora, Colo. and Delores Botz of Fairbury, Neb.; three brothers, Larry Scripter of Longmont, Colo., Donald Scripter of Clay Center and Richard Scripter of Clay Center; and six grandchildren; burial in Greenwood Cemetery
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Milton Richard Wirt; born Sept. 24, 1916, at Randlett, Okla., the son of Clayburn and Nellie (Barnes) Wirt; died Jan. 12, 2004; married Helen Fay Henneberg on Sept. 24, 1939 at Topeka; preceded in death by one brother, James; survived by his wife, one daughter, two sons, one brother, seven grandchildren; three step grandchildren; two great grandchildren; and five step great grandchildren; burial Mt. Hope Cemetery in Topeka
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Jack Wiserman passed away at 4 o'clock yesterday, at his home here. He was sick but a few days and only the near neighbors knew of his serious condition.
OBITUARY
John Wiserman was born in Cambridgeshire, England, on Sept. 4, 1828, and died at his home in Longford on Dec. 20, 1916. He joined the Church of England in his boyhood days and always maintained that connection. In 1849 he was married to Ruth Munns, in Exning, Suffolk, England. To this union 15 children were born, eight of whom proceded him into the spirit world. He came to Kansas about 40 years ago, and four years after that brought his family over from England, locating on a farm near Longford, where they lived until about eight years ago, when they moved into town. He is survived by his wife and seven children: William and Elizabeth Baker, of England; Frank, of Angles, Colorado; Mrs. Emily Buchan of Manchester, Kansas; John and Mrs. Maggie Cramer, of Haden, Colorado, and Robert, Mt. Harris, Colorado. The services were held in the Longford Evangelical church and the remains were laid to rest in Rose Meron cemetery. (Longford Leader, Dec. 21, 1916)
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Marjorie Elizabeth Woellhof, 95, died Thursday, Sept. 21, 2006 in Wichita; born Feb. 5, 1911, at Clifton to Harley E. and Elizabeth Myrtle (Schwartz) Green; preceded in death by one daughter, three brothers, ones ister and one grandchild; survived by a daughter, Pauline and husband John Craven of Wichita; a son Harley and wife Mary Woellhof of Topeka; one sister Madeline Wagoner of Kensington, Kan.; 13 grandchildren;24 great-grandchildren; and three great-great grandchildren; burial in the Clifton IOOF Cemetery.
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Melvin Warren Woellhof, 86, died Saturday, Dec.29, 2007, at Clifton; born Aug. 11, 1921, in Clay County, the son of Ezra and Grace (Ford) Woellhof ;married Dorothy Demanett on Oct. 29, 1950; preceded by two brothers; survived by his wife, Dorothy Woellhof of Clay Center; twos ons, Gary Woellhof of Overland Park and Arvin Woellhof of Clay Center; one daughter, Mindy Charbonneau and husband Jerome of Waterville; two brothers, Truman Woellhof and wife Leona of Oak Hill and Eldon Woellhof and wife Carolyn of Abilene; one sister, Phyllis Hartner and husband Roy of Loveland, Colo.; and two grandchildren; burial in Greenwood Cemetery
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Riley O. Woellhof; born May 6, 1908, at Riley County, the son of George and Anna (Woellhof) Harrison; died March 17, 2004; married Edythe Constable in 1929; preceded in death by his wife, Edythe, in 1984; and two grandchildren; survived by four daughters, three sons, one brother, 11 grandchildren; nine great grandchildren; and five great great grandchildren; burial in Bloom Cemetery
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Stella Lucinda Woellhof born Nov. 4, 1896, at Broughton, the daughter of Harrison and Lucinda (Hoffman) Mosburg; died Feb. 22, 2000, at Clay Center; married Edwin T. Woellhof Dec. 29, 1915, and he preceded her in death Nov. 22, 1987; also preceded by a son, two daughters, five brothers, five sisters and a granddaughter; survived by a son, two daughters, 10 grandchildren, 24 great-grandchildren and 12 great-great-grandchildren; burial in Greenwood Cemetery
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Roy A. Wohler, 89, died Wednesday, Feb. 27, 2008, at Leonardville; born Nov. 6, 1918, at Green, the son of William andLena (Greenfield) Wohler; married Virginia Yeager on April 7,1940; she preceded him in death on Sept. 23, 1981; married Billie Young and they divorced; also preceded in death by one son, Bill Wohler, one great-granddaughter, Jasmine Wohler, two brothers, Paul and Archie Wohler and one sister, Ruth Rothlisberger; survived by two daughters, Peggy Schulze and husband Jim of Clay Center and Cindy Zimmerman and husband Al of West Liberty, Iowa; one brother, Don Wohler of Dayton, Ohio; 15 grandchildren; 25 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-granddaughter; burial in the Green Fancy Creek Cemetery north of Green.
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Guy M. Wolf, 58, (53?) died at a Clay Center hospital after a short illness. Services will be held in Longford on Sunday at 1:30 pm. with burial in the Keystone Cemetery. He was a life-long resident of Longford. Survived by his wife and three sons, Kenneth of Clay Center, Guy Eugene of Longford and Charles of Morganville; his father, Charles Wolf, Sr. of Longford, and three step-sons, Eavon Sanders of Roseberry, Ore. and William and Monroe Sanders of Longford; two brothers, Ralph Wolf of Long Beach, Calif. and Cecil Wolf of Lyons; one sister, Carrie Heigle, Moravia, NY. unknown paper, Sunday April 22, 1951
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Hazel M. Wolf, 94, died Tuesday, April 25, 2006, at Clay Center; born Jan. 23, 1912, in Clay County, the daughter of George and Mary (Kaiser) Norris; married Murl Wolf Aug. 27, 1935, at Troy, Mo.; he husband preceded her in death Feb. 8, 1960; also preceded in death by one son, two daughters and two brothers.; survivors include one son, Bill Wolf and wife Sheryl of Topeka; one sister, Jean Lund of Leonardville; one brother, Dr. Charley Norris and wife Linda of Sandia Park, N.M.; 12 grandchildren; and many great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren; burial Mt. Liberty Cemetery.
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One of the oldest settlers in this part of the country, Isaac Wolf, passed to the great beyond Sunday morning at the home of his son, Jake Wolf of this city. Mr. Wolf will be remembered by many of our readers who braved the perils and hardships of the early pioneers in company with him. He was held in great esteem by those who who knew him and the funeral, one of the largest in the history of the town, showed how great was the number of his friends. OBITUARY Isaac Ezra Wolf was born December 9, 1843 in Adams County, Penn., died December 31, (21st?) 1913 at the home of his son, Jake Wolf in Longford, Clay County, Kans. About the year 1875, they settling on a farm on Badger Creek where he endured the hardships of the early settlers but through pluck and industry he built up one of the must comfortable homes in the neighborhood. He was loved and respected by everyone, he was hospitable and had a welcome for all who came his way. He was the father of nine children, one daughter, Mrs. Jack Garvey (Garvie) preceded him a short time ago. His wife and eight children survive him. The children are Jake Wolf and Mrs. Dana Allgire of Longford, John, Nodd, Ike and Fred Wolf of Oklahoma, and Mrs. George Baker of Minneapolis, Kans. The bereaved family had the sympathy of the entire community. Funeral services were held from Longford, Tuesday, at ten o'clock, Rev. Buckner officiating. Interment was made in the Keystone Cemetery. (Longford Leader, Dec. 25, 1913)
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Jacob Francis Wolf was born in Morning Sun, Iowa, on January 8, 1869. He moved with his parents, Isaac E. and Mary C. Wolf to a homestead in Clay County, three miles southeast of Longford, Kansas, about 1874. He was united in marriage to Carrie Odell, of Longford, February 7, 1895. To this union was born two sons Marcus and Perry. With the exception of a few months in Salina, Kansas, Mr. Wolf has lived in and near Longford ever since coming to Kansas. He was among the first residents of Longford, and familiary known to us as "Jake". For many years he has been a patient sufferer and bravely and uncompainingly bearing the burden until called from earth. Died at his home in this city, Wednesday, October 6th, at 4:30 p.m., aged 46 years, 8 months and 27 days. His was a quiet, unselfish life; a loving husband and father, a kind neighbor and friend. He leaves to mourn his departure a wife and two children, Marcus and Perry, a mother, Mary C. Wolf, now at Quinlan, Oklahoma, two sisters, Mrs. George Baker, of Minneapolis, Kansas, and Mrs. D. F. Allgire, of Longford, five brothers, Clarence of Ordway, Colorado, John, Nodd and Isaac, Woodward County, Oklahoma, and Fred, of Major County, Oklahoma, besides many other relatives and a host of friends. (Longford Leader, Oct. 14, 1915)
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INDUSTRY--Albert Wolgast received a telegram Sunday that his little grandson in Quincy died that day. Mrs. Wolgast started for Quincy Monday morning. (Longford Leader, Mar. 19, 1914)
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Wood, Mrs. George E. (Loie) died Sept. 13, 1971; born Oct. 22, 1879 in Industry, daughter of William and Margaret (Ashlock) Downs; preceded in death by her husband, George, in March, 1960; survived by daughters, Mrs. Leland Buckley of Clay Center, Mrs. John Kolk of Longview WA, Mrs. Paul Sweazy of Denver and Mrs. Keith Berry of Hammond IN, and a son, James Wood of Green River, WY. Burial Greenridge Cemetery.
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William Leland Woodbury, 85, died Wednesday, Jan. 18, 2006; born July 17, 1920, at Wakefield; preceded in death by his wife,Doris Woodbury; survivors include one son, Michael Philip Woodbury of Salina; two daughters, Vicki Lee Hardiner and husband Philip of Aberdeen, Wash. and Terri Lynn Meadows and husband Casey of Roscoe, Ill.; and two grandchildren; burial at the Riley Cemetery.
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Dennis Ray Woodworth, 43, died Saturday, Sept. 8, 2007, at Clay Center; born March 13, 1964, at Mountain View, Mo., the son of Ira and Minnie (Holloway) Woodworth; married Ivagene Bray on Sept. 13, 1997; survived by his wife Ivagene Woodworth of Clay Center; two sons, William Woodworth of Clay Center and John Nelson of Edgemont, S.D.; one daughter, Jennie Gutheridge of Clay Center; onebrother, David Woodworth of Clay Center; and one sister, Mary Lou White of Mountain View, Mo.; burial in Prinemont Cemetery,Wynona, Mo.
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Mrs. U. S. Wooton departed this life Saturday afternoon, June 2, at her home in Wakefield, Kansas, after an illness of eight weeks. Mrs. Wooton has lived in Clay county for almost twelve years and during that period has made numerous friends and by her kindly ways has kept those many friendships true. Her marriage to Mr. Wooton took place at Goodrich, Kansas, and to this union were born two daughters, Mabel and Hazel and one son, Lloyd. All three children and the husband survive. Mrs. Charles Allison, her sister and only living relative in the parental family, lives in Clay Center and was with her at the last. Mrs. Wooton was forty four years of age at the time of her death. The funeral services were held Monday afternoon at the home and at the Mizpah church, conducted by Rev. G. C. Gilbert. Burial was made in the cemetery near the church. (CC Times June 7, 1917)
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Morganville--Mrs. J. W. Wright, 83, died at her home here following a long illness. Surviving Mrs. Wright are her husband, of the home here, four daughters and two sons: Mrs. Leona Nanninga, Green; Charles, Pacific Grove, Calif.; Ellsworth, Clay Center; Mrs. Marie Heuson, Susanville, Calif.; Mrs. Minnie Schrader, Tipton; Mrs. Eleanor Anderson, Morganville; four brothers and two sisters: Frank, Victor and A. E. Dennis, Clay Center; Roy Dennis, Oklahoma City; Mrs. Roy Cooper, Lawrence; Mrs. Eva Newton, Topeka. Salina Journal, Sunday, Feb. 25, 1951
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Richard Dale "R.D." Wright, 95, died Monday, Aug. 14, 2006, in Clay Center; born May 13, 1911, at Hiawatha, the son of Claude and Lela May (Covert) Wright; married Hazel Heikes Feb. 11,1944; she preceded him in death July 11, 1988; also preceded by one brother; burial in Athelstane Cemetery.
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Ruth (Pert) Vasselais Wunderlich, diedMonday, Jan. 30, 2006, in Missoula, Mont; born Dec. 15, 1919, at Wakefield, the daughter of George and Laura Braden; after mother died when she was 2 years old, her father married Minnie Scott in 1924; Ruth married Francis Dickson in 1942; they divorced; married Roger Vasselais in 1952; he died in 1983; Oct. 10, 1984, she married William Wunderlich; also preceded in death by three brothers, two sisters and one step-sister; survivors include her husband, William Wunderlich of St. Ignatius; one son, Douglas Dickson of Guilford, Conn.; and two step-sisters, Marguerite Rickley of Wakefield and Juanita Schwab of Junction City; no burial information.
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Judy I. Wyatt, 59, died Sunday, Oct. 21, 2007, at her home in Manhattan; born May 30, 1948, at Clay Center, the daughter of Edwin and Della Mae (Jahnke) Rudolph; married Don Wyatt on Sept. 19, 1970, at Riley; preceded in death by her father, Edwin Rudolph and one brother, Clyde Rudolph; survived by her husband, Don Wyatt of the home at Manhattan; one son, Keith Wyatt of Manhattan; one daughter, Kristina Wyatt of Manhattan; her mother, Della Mae Rudolph of Riley; one brother, James Rudolph and wife Candy of Manhattan; and one granddaughter, Lydia Mae Wyatt; burial in the Riley Cemetery.
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Norma L. Wynn born July 25, 1923, at Idana, the daughter of John Wesley and Erma Arletta (Baldwin) Gonser ; died Nov. 29, 1999 in Clay Center; married Duane Wynn July 20, 1943, in Topeka and he preceded her in death Feb. 10, 1995; also preceded by 3 brothers and four sisters; survived by three sons, a sister, nine grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; and a great-great-grandchild; burial will be in Idana Cemetery
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