Trails to the Past
Uinta County Wyoming
 
 
Obituaries  A - B - C
 
 

 

AKIN, Arthur M.---For the second time within the month Evanston has been called upon to part with one of its prominent business men.  and the people of the city were very much shocked to learn that on Wednesday. September 28th   1914. Arthur M Akin had departed this life.

Mr. Akin had been ailing only a few days, and death was due to heart trouble.  Funeral services were held on Wednesday afternoon at 2:30 oclock, at the Presbyterian Church. The service was under the auspices of the Odd Fellows, assisted by Rev. D. M. Davies and Bishop James Brown. At the cemetery the ritual of the I. O. O. F.. was impressively carried out. and he was laid to rest surrounded at the graveside by his sorrowing relatives and friends.

Arthur M. Akin was born at Leavenworth, Kansas. December 17. 1867. and at the time of his death was in his 46th year.  He attended school at Sioux City, Iowa, and Omaha, Neb. and later was employed in a bank at the latter place,   He then went into the employ of N. J. Edholm, who was conducting a jewelry store at Omaha, and they have been associated in business ever since, for a period of thirty years.  He has owned stores in the Black Hills, at Omaha, and at Evanston.  For a number of years he was also engaged in ranching on the Laramie plains opening a store in Evanston about ten years ago.  He is survived by his father. Colonel Akin, cashier of the post office at Omaha: his mother; and by one brother. Dr. H.  L. Akin.

Some years ago the Edholm & Akin Company bought a large ranch up Bear River, and it was in this that the deceased seemed to take the greatest pride and pleasure.

At the funeral, the flowers were profuse and beautiful, and Mr. Edholm and Dr. Akin have expressed themselves as deeply touched by the many expressions of sympathy extended to them, as also by the apparent esteem in which the deceased was held in this community.  Among those from out of town to attend the funeral were Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Farnsworth of Ogden; Mrs Pierce of Ogden, Dr. Akin of Omaha; Mr. Ottoman of Cheyenne; Mr. Brophy of Ogden; Mr. and Mrs. Darrow of Green River; Mr.  Hurd of Green River; Paul Spence of Cheyenne, and many others.  Wyoming Press September 1914


ANDERSON, John---Another old timer has gone to his final reward, death  taking away, last Friday afternoon, John Anderson an old time and respected citizen of this city.  Mr. Anderson had been ailing for some time, but his death was sudden and unexpected.  He had suffered for several days previous to his demise with pneumonia, and was about to leave his bed for a few minutes when he dropped to the floor from heart trouble and soon expired. 

Deceased was born in Glasgow, Scotland August 26, 1839 and was consequently 71 years and five months of age at the time of his death.  When quite a young man he removed to Dalahannon Farm, Dumbartonshire, and at the age of 26 returned to Glasgow, where for several years he was foreman of the drayage department of Sir Charles Tennant, owner of the largest chemical works in Great Britain.  He came to Evanston twenty three years ago with his family, and during these long years he has been a faithful and honored citizen.

For several years he was connected with the water department of Evanston, and was a common and genial figure to the people of this city.  His wife, a faithful companion for over fifty years is lying dangerously ill at her home in this city and faint hopes are entertained for her recovery.  The surviving members of the family have the sincere sympathy of the community in their sad affliction.

Funeral services were conducted Tuesday afternoon from the Presbyterian church, Rev. Davis preaching the sermon.  Interment took place in the city cemetery and the cortege was followed by members of the city council and numerous relatives and friends.  Wyoming Times Thursday, February 9, 1911


ARTHUR, James, 81, a resident of Fort Bridger for the past 28 years died after a brief illness at his home Wednesday May 28, 1936 at 8:00 p.m. He had been in good health until a week before his death at the time he suffered a heart attack. News of his death came as a severe shock to all of his acquaintances as Mr. Arthur had been in good health, and had but few sick days in his life. James Arthur was born July 18, 1855 in Wadebridge England. He came to the United States in his youth and spent the early portion of his life prospecting and mining in Montana, Oregon, California, and Montana. He was married to Ellen Casto in 1881. To this union were born eight children, of whom one preceded Mr. Arthur to the grave. After prospecting and mining the western states for several years after their marriage he and Mrs. Arthur settled about a half mile north east of the historic Fort Bridger where they engaged in ranching and stock raising. They have since made their home on that ranch. Mr. Arthur was a member of the Mason Lodge and belonged to the Methodist Church. Services were conducted Saturday in the Fort Bridger Hall under the direction of Rev. Wallace Johnson. A choir composed of Mrs. Wallace Johnson, Miss Merle Johnson, Mrs. David Graham and Miss Bessie Graham, they were accompanied by Miss Mary Francis Quick on the piano. Pallbearers were Bill Kennah, Custer Casto, Albino Fillin, Andrew Erickson, Harry Pfisterer, and Harold Hopkinson (transcribed by Marie Miller, No Source was listed on paper)


BADEN, Anna Elizabeth, the five year and five months old daughter of William Baden, died in this city Monday afternoon from a six weeks illness due to heart trouble.  The little soul could no longer remain away from its mother who died about six weeks ago, and Anna gave up her heart throbs for her departed mother.  She had been remorse ever since parting with her staunchest friend, and it is said that her little heart was actually offered up to her dear mother.  Funeral serves were conducted from the family residence Wednesday afternoon, Rev. Davis of the Presbyterian church officiating.  Interment was in the city cemetery, and the remains were surrounded by a bower of flowers as they were lowered to their final resting place.  Mr. Baden and family have the sympathy of the entire populace in this, their latest affliction.  Wyoming Times Thursday, January 12, 1911


BAIRD, Bruce F., beloved son of Mr. and Mrs. R. A. Baird, passed away at the family home in this city last Monday Jan. 18, 1919, after a short illness.  He was born in Evanston Sept. 4, 1915, and with the parents is survived by an older brother.  Other immediate relatives are: Mr. and Mrs. F. P. Nelson, Frank Nelson Evanston; Mrs. Bent Esbenson of Omaha, Nebraska; Mr. and Mrs. B. F. Baird, Ogden, Loraine Johnson, Gibbon, Nebraska.

Funeral services are being held this afternoon at the residence conducted by Rev. Kagey and interment will be in the City cemetery, R. E. Bryan directing.  Wyoming Times Thursday, January 16, 1919


BANKS, Henry W.---After a lingering illness and general wasting away, Henry W. Banks, a well-known pioneer of Hilliard Flat, succumbed to cancer of the stomach at his ranch home last Saturday afternoon, surrounded by several friends who had remained with him during his last illness.

The deceased was in his sixty-ninth year, being a sturdy pioneer of the west.  He was a native of Derbyshire, England, and came to America twenty-five years ago, most of which time he has resided at Almy and Hilliard, where he was respected and where he had borne adversity bravely and enjoyed prosperity quietly.  He was a man of strong convictions, and a candid, outspoken temper, eminently fitted to mould the rude elements of pioneer society into form and consistency, remaining an active citizen throughout his declining years.

He is survived by a wife who is in lifes sunset, and an adopted daughter, Mary Stubbs, an unfortunate blind girl, both of whom have gone to reside for the present with Mrs. Joseph Bird, an old friend at Oakley.

Funeral services were conducted on Thursday afternoon at the L.D.S. Church in this city, Bishop James Brown, officiating, and the body was laid to rest in the Evanston cemetery.  The Wyoming Press Saturday, October 12, 1907


BEVERIDGE, Charles, aged 72 years  a pioneer and highly respected citizen, died at his home in Almy last Sunday evening of general debility.  Deceased was a native of Scotland; he had been a remarkable man and hi sterling qualities are known to the public. He was one of the first settlers at Almy and during his thirty years residence there, carried a name backed up by principle, and for twelve years was a postmaster at that point,. he carried to his grave many scars and powder burns received in a mine explosion at Almy some twenty years ago, from which calamity he barely escaped with his life, A wife and several grown children survive him. Funeral services were conducted on Wednesday in the Almy L. D. S. church, Bishops Bowns and Brown officiating, while the L. D. S. choir of Evanston was also in attendance. Interment took place in the Almy cemetery, and the remains were followed to their last resting place by a large gathering of friends from near and far.    Peace to his ashes.  The Wyoming Press February 20, 1904


BLIGHT, Philip----At his home in North Evanston on Tuesday morning, March 19th, one of our oldest inhabitants passed peacefully into that sleep which knows no awakening.

Philip Blight was the son of John Blight and Ann Harper Freeze and was born August 18, 1819 at Frezzlesback, Devonshire, England, being in his 88th year at the time of his demise, which resulted from general debility.  Although he had been failing for several years, and despite his advanced age, Grandpa Blight appeared to enjoy the sweetness of life and was able to walk out and enjoy the sunshine only a few days before he died.  Deceased came to Evanston in 1873, first locating in Evanston and later removing to Canada, where he resided for several years.  He then returned and has resided in Almy and Evanston since that time.  He was married to Ann Harding in 1855 and she now survives him at the age of 77 years.  Besides a devoted wife he leaves four children to mourn his death, among them, Mrs. Thomas Clemmets of Brooklyn, New York, James Blight of Almy, Mrs. Cornelius Edwards of Kemmerer, and Mrs. Martin Christensen of Evanston all of whom with the exception of the former attended the funeral yesterday.  Deceased leaves also twenty-six grand children.

The funeral services were held at the LDS church in this city yesterday afternoon, Bishop James Brown officiating and paying a beautiful tribute to the memory of the deceased and the floral designs spoke of peace, purity and immortality.  The singing was such as to soften all hearts and moisten all eyes and at the close of the services a long procession followed the funeral car to our silent cityinterment being in the Evanston public cemetery.  Wyoming Press Saturday March 23, 1907


BOWNS, Christena W. Spowart was born a Dumfermland, Fifeshire Scotland, February 24, 1848 and passed away Thursday October 31, 1918 at her home in Almy.

She was the beloved wife of Jas. Bowns to whom she was married November 27, 1871, and by whom she is survived.  The deceased had lived an honorable, useful life, being a true wife and loving mother, and the bereaved husband has the sympathy of this community in this hour of trial.

Other surviving relatives are, Wm. J. Bowns, Castle Gate, Utah, Jared H. Bowns, Almy, Irene and May Cox, Woodruff.

Funeral services were conducted at the family home las Sunday afternoon by Pres. Brown, other speakers were John Crawford and Jos B. Martin.  Music was furnished by an Evanston choir.

Interment was in the Almy cemetery, the grave being dedicated by David Dean.  Quite a number of  friends were present.

The following ladies were pallbearersIngerborg Cox, May Cox, Myrtle Nixon, Carrie Reeves, Mary Reebes and Mary J. Williams  Wyoming Times Thursday November 7, 1918


BROWN, Alexander----County Clerk Frank Brown came home Tuesday evening from Calif., accompanying the remains of his brother, Alexander Brown, who died at San Pedro on Jan. 8, 1919, from influenza followed by pneumonia He was born Dec. 12, 1880. in Scotland, and came to America with his parents when quite young. locating at Bear Lake. The parents were James and Isabel-Dick Brown who passed away when he was a boy, and he had wandered for a number of years, locating on the Pacific coast, and at the time of his death being employed as bolter in the ship yards. He was 38 years of age and single. Upon  arrival here the body was received by undertaker Bryan and taken to the home of Prest. James Brown, another brother on Lower Main street where it remained until yesterday afternoon, when at the LDS church funeral services were held for him, conducted by Bishop Matthews, the Other speakers being Elder Geo A.  Peart both paying a high tribute to the life of deceased. Elder Jos B Martin opened with prayer, and Mr Marsh pronounced the benediction. The choir sang three hymns.  The church was well filled with friends and the floral offerings were very beautiful. At the grave in the City cemetery Mr. Knudson made dedication prayer, and Geo. Brown, a brother, spoke in behalf of the Loyal Order of Moose, of which the deceased was a member.

Immediate relatives include the following brothers and sisters, all having attended the funeral but the three latter: Prest. James and Frank Brown, Evanston; David Brown and Mrs.  Lizzie Wallentine. Lanark, Idaho; Geo. Brown, Casper, Wyo.; John Brown, Preston, Idaho; Tom Brown Blackfoot, Idaho; Mrs. Mary Glenn, Seattle, Wash.

Pallbearers were brothers and nephews of deceased.  Wyoming Times Thursday, January 16, 1919


BURDETT, Clarence, the nine year old son of Mr. and Mrs. William H. Burdett died in this city on Monday Jan 15, 1917 of leakage of the heart, having been ill for some time.  The child was treated for a month in the LDS hospital at Salt Lake, but to no avail, and was returned to Evanston Saturday evening, little hope then being entertained for his recovery.  He was born in Evanston, December 5, 1907, being loved by all who knew him, and departing has caused a vacancy in the home which never can be filled.

He is survived by parents, and grand-parents Mr. and Mrs. John Sims.

Funeral services were conducted this afternoon at the LDS church with Bishop Matthews and Prest. Brown officiating.  There was a large attendance of relatives and friends.  Pall-bearers Lawrence and Ernest Burdett, Carleton Thomas, Ronald McCuaig, Elmer Osborne and Ralph Sims.  The funeral was conducted by R. E. Bryan and interment was in the Evanston City cemetery.  Wyoming Times Thursday January 18, 1917


BURNS, James---The death of Mr. James Burns Sr. an old time and respected citizen of Evanston occurred on Tuesday, May 21 at Baker City Oregon, where he was being cared for at a Sisters' hospital. The deceased was about 85 years of age and succumbed to general debility. Several years ago while in Oklahoma he was the victim of sunstroke, since which time he has been gradually failing. The deceased was a native of Ireland and came to America when a young man. For over twenty years he was employed as a Section Foreman by the railroad company and during the greater part of that time at Evanston, where he proved himself an honorable straight-forward citizen. During the past few years he has resided here but little, al though this has been the home of his family He is survived by a wife, two sons, and two daughters - the children being James Baker Jr. of Baker City; Mrs.. John H. Ward. Cumberland; Nellie Burns, of Evanston, and Peter Burns. The remains were accompanied to this city Wednesday by the eldest son, James, and the funeral occurred on Thursday morning from the Catholic church, Rev. Father Barrett, officiating. Many old friends followed the remains to the Catholic cemetery were interment took place. The citizens of the community condole with the family in their loss. May the deceased rest in peace. . (May 25, 1907 Wyoming Press)


CAMERON, Clarice Estelle----On Dec. 6th, 1894 there was welcomed into the world the little girl whom  to her friends became  known as Clarice Estelle Cameron. On Friday evening, March 1st, the soul of Clarice wan ushered out of this life into the higher and better life.

Clarice was the youngest child of Mr.  and Mrs. Daniel R. Cameron and was born here in Evanston. In her infancy her growth was retarded but her mind continued to develop she being very bright and beyond her years in some things. She possessed unusual ability as an artist, and her parents are keeping some of her drawings in fond remembrance. Clarice was quite a little favorite at school and since her death her teacher and school mates have made suitable recognition of her absence from  them. She attended the Presbyterian Sunday School and  that organization sent some flowers as a tribute to her memory.

The funeral services were held at the home on Sunday at 3:00 p. m.. and the hymns sung by the quartette were well selected and were sung in  a  way that touched the sympathy of those present. Rev. Leon C. Hills,  the pastor, spoke some comforting words from the text found in Psalms 103:14 "As a Father pitieth His children, no the Lord pitieth those that fear Him.

The remains were borne to the cemetery and placed  in a well kept lot. One noticeable feature at the funeral was the number of children who came to pay their respects to their schoolmate. Mr.  and Mrs. Cameron and family have the sympathies of the community.  Wyoming Press Saturday March 9, 1907


CALVERLEY, Bob---The sac and unexpected news of the death of Bob Calverley was conveyed to his old time friends in Evanston yesterday.  The news was a shock to many, who did not know that Bob was even sick.  He was taken to the Salt Lake hospital a couple of days ago with a severe cold, contracted in Kemmerer, where he was engaged in business.  His friends at Kemmerer did not suspect that his illness was so serious, and his sudden death has cast a gloom over the community.

Bob Calverley was well and popularly known in Uinta county.  For several years he acted as deputy sheriff under John Ward, lately engaging in business at Cumberland.  About a year ago he transferred his business activities to Kemmerer.  He was a man of good heart, true to his friends and faithful to all trusts imposed on him.

He was a native of Kentucky, and about fifty-six years of age.  Two grown children a son, and daughter and a wife survive him.

Sheriff Ward went to Salt Lake last night to accompany the remains to Evanston, and interment will take place in the city cemetery Thursday afternoon.  Wyoming Times Thursday, January 12, 1911


CARTER, Mary E.----Funeral services were conducted at Ft Bridger last Saturday by Rev. I. L.  Oakes, of Evanston for Mrs. Mary E.  Carter, who died Jan. 22, 1904. at the home of her daughter in Philadelphia Pa., and final interment was made in the family plot near the old military post.  Mrs. Carter was the widow of Judge W.A. Carter. one of the pioneers of Wyoming, who settled at Ft. Bridger in 1857. and who counted his friends by the hundred among the leading men of his time. In the days of the overland stage line the home of the Carters was one of the few places in Wyoming where their friends could enjoy in passing some of the comforts and refinements of civilization.  Mrs. Carter will be remembered with sincere affection and regret by her many friends and acquaintances. Her cordial hospitality and her kindly interest in the welfare of those about her leave a bright example of a useful, respected and happy life.

Her surviving children are:  Mrs. Dr. J. K. Corson of Philadelphia, Pa., Mrs. Dr. J. Van A. Carter of Los Angeles, Cal., Miss Maurice Groshon of Ft. Bridger, Wyo., William A. Carter of Denver, Colo., Mrs. W. H. Camp of Alameda, Cal., and Edgard N. Carter of St. Johnsburg, Vt.  Wyoming Press March 5, 1904


CAREY, Gwendollian Harris, wife of the late Edmund M. Carey, passed away at the Dee hospital in Ogden on Friday morning, March 15, 1918 from septicemia, developing from blood poisoning in her left hand.  The deceased was only taken to the hospital the day previous, and her sudden death came as a great shock to this community where she was held in highest esteem by all who knew her.

She was born May 24, 1870 at Glamorganshire, South Wales, and came to America with her parents September 21, 1889.  Baptized at Tonypandy, South Wales, by Elder Thomas Davis and confirmed by D. B. Hill at the place of her birth.  She was married to John Owens March 29, 1890 who died in Wales.  In 1893 she married Edmund M. Carey June 1st at Salt Lake City.  The deceased resided at Sunnyside Utah then at Mt View Wyo., and the past few years at Evanston.

She is survived by the following children:

John Edward Carey, Gunn, Wyo., Rachel Ann Carey, Ouray, Colo, Mrs. Richard Williams, Somerset, Colo., Mrs. Charles Holder, Mt. View, Wyo., Mrs. Mayme VanValkenburg, Kemmerer, Wyo., Mrs. Ervin Allard, Mrs. James R. Williams, Archie Owens,  Harris William, Amelia, and Teddy Carey of Evanston, also a sister Mrs. Elizabeth Clay, Beaver, Utah and nine grandchildren.

The remains were brought to Evanston Friday evening and taken to the family home in North Evanston where they remained until Monday morning, when the funeral services were conducted at ten oclock in the LDS Church., the speakers being Bishop P. G. Matthews and Daniel Gerrard.  Funeral directors were Beeman & Cashin, the Pall-bearers were Lionel Tingey, Frank Crompton, Clarence Crompton, John Mills Jr, Charles and Clarence Morby.  The remains were taken to Lyman for burial beside her husband in the city cemetery.  Wyoming Times Thursday March 21, 1918


CASHIN, W. J.----This community was shocked Sunday morning on learning of the sudden and unexpected death of  W.  J. Cashin, for the past twenty-five years a resident of this city. Although his health had been failing for some time past, he appeared in his usual health the night before his demise, and was seen on our streets the day before the sad end.

Mr. Cashin was taken suddenly ill last Saturday evening, and Doctors Harrison and Solier were called into consultation. They decided that the patient was suffering from cerebral hemorrhage and immediately set about to alleviate his suffering. But all to no avail, and the patient died Sunday morning about noon.

Mr. Cashin was a native of Whitestone, Long Island, N. Y., where he was born 59 years ago. About twenty-five years ago he came to Evanston from Connecticut and entered the employ of Beeman A Cashin, with which firm he was connected up to about a year ago.  In May, 1870, he married Miss Ellen McAuliffe at Postland, Conn., who now survives, together with seven children.

Funeral services will take place tomorrow (Friday) morning at 10 oclock from the Catholic church, and interment will occur in the Catholic cemetery. The family have the sympathy of the entire community in this, their sad hour.  Wyoming Times Thursday, February 23, 1911


CASHIN, W. J. Bud, was accidently killed at Bisbee, Arizona, being crushed in an elevator in the store of the Copper Queen Mining Co., where he was employed.  The accident happened on Monday April 8th and the day previous the deceased wrote a letter to his father W. J. Cashin of this city, stating that he was in the employ of that concern.

He was 21 years of age, being born at Middletown, Conn.  He came to Evanston with his parents when eighteen months old and grew to manhood in our midst.  He attended the public schools here and All Hallows college in Salt Lake, and for some time assisted his father in the furniture and undertaking department at Beeman & Cashins. 

Funeral Services over the remains were held at St. Marys Catholic church in Evanston on Wednesday morning at ten oclock with Rev. T. J. Barrett officiating.  The attendance was the largest that has ever assembled in the church, and indicates that the deceased as well as the family, had numerous friends.  The floral offerings were profuse and very elaborate, some of the designs being from friends from a long distance.  The Wyoming Press Saturday, April 20, 1907


CHAMBERLIN, H. S.-----The sudden death of H. S. Chamberlin. which occurred on Wednesday morning at the family home, caused deep sorrow throughout the entire city. He had been ill but six days, death resulting from pneumonia.

Deceased had reached the fifty-sixth milestone where he was called to join the countless dead: was a native of Canada and came to Evanston thirteen years ago from Nebraska..

He was one of Evanstons most highly respected citizens: steady. true hearted, with regular habits and an amiable disposition, and be it said to his credit, was a man who dearly loved his family, and was always satisfied to spend his leisure time around his own fireside.. He was an exceptionally good man. and his sudden passing is greatly deplored.

Mr. Chamberlin was married to Miss Elizabeth Chase. Sept. 25, 1874. in Iowa City. Iowa, and in their early wedded life they removed to Nebraska, where they resided until 1891. then removing to Evanston. During these years their home has been a benediction in this city and Mr. Chamberlins death is a sad one indeed. To this union was born five daughters and one son. one daughter at the age of thirteen years having passed to the Great Beyond in 1890.

Deceased leaves a grief stricken wife, five sorrowing children, four brothers, two sisters, two grand children and a host of firm friends.

The sympathy of the community goes out to the bereaved ones in their hour of great affliction.

Funeral services were conducted yesterday from the family home, Rev. I. L.  Oake officiating. many admiring friends of the departed being present to pay a last tribute of  respect to the one who lay before them.  The remains were interred in the public cemetery.  May his last sleep be a peaceful one.  Wyoming Press March 5, 1904


CHAMBERLAIN, Roy S.  was born at Wilson, Colfax county Nebraska, January 17, 1882.  At an early age with his parents he removed to Evanston, Wyoming, where he attended the public schools and graduated with honors from the High School in the class of 1898.

Soon after he entered the law firm of Hamm and Arnold of Evanston as Stenographer and applied himself so that he became recognized as one of the highest ranks in his profession in the state of Wyoming.  He remained with this firm until the spring of 1903 when the Honorable David H. Craig, Judge of the Third Judicial District having watched his progress and knowing his sterling worth, appointed him Official Stenographer of the Third Judicial District Court which position he filled with honor to himself and credit to all his surroundings.

On the evening of November 11th , 1904 he left Rawlins to pay a visit to his mother at Evanston who by recent bereavement in the loss of husband and daugther a few short months had become the object of his special care and solicitude and also to consult with Senator Clark in relation to going to Washinton where the Senator had thendered him a position as Secretary to the Committee on Railroads in the United States Senate.  Train No. 11 on the Union Pacific on which he was a passenger was wrecked east of Granger and he was instantly killed.

Thus was snuffed out one of the brightest lives of practice and promise in the state of Wyoming.  Never forward, he was advanced steadily in the business affairs of life by reason of his sterling character and absolute integrity.  Always genial, his circle of friends is wider than the state and there is mourning from one end of Wyoming to the other at his untimely death.

As a concrete example of his nobility of character it is but necessary to recall how he provided for his mother after the death of his father, with the greatest joy of his life being to make her comfortable and happy and this he exemplified daily by his making personal sacrifices in order to meet the payments on the home and at the same time by carrying a good sum of life insurance for her benefit in case of such an emergency as has come.

Not yet 23 years of age this young mans life has not been in vain for his personal worth, his conquering obstacles, his deserved but never solicited promotions, his fidelity to his business associates and to his mother and sisters as well as to all his friends, his absolute freedom from any habit that would tend to lower the standard of physical or moral manhood, all set for the communities where he lived an example of integrity and sobriety of fidelity and trust, of merit and reward that mature manhood and womanhood admire and that the young may with profit and propriety be taught to emulate.  Friday November 18, 1904  Wyoming Star Green River Wy


CLARK, Willie. K,  of Newcastle, Wyo.  died at the hospital here last Friday night of epileptic convulsions.  He was 35 years of age and had been an inmate for the past two years.   The body was removed to Beeman and Cashins undertaking parlors, from where the funeral was held on Tuesday, services conducted by Rev. Webber. Interment was in the City cemetery. (June 3, 1915 Wyoming Times)


CODE, Henry, an early day pioneer of Evanston died at his home in North Evanston last Friday morning, his demise being due to a two weeks battle against the ravages of pneumonia.

He was born August 21, 1836 at Lincolnshire, England and came to America when 22 years of age.  He removed to Utah with the pioneers in 1862 and came to Evanston in 1879, having resided here continuously since that time.  He was married to Myranda Whipple at Salt Lake in 1873, and to this union several children were born.  His wife passed away several years ago, and his daughter, Mrs. Fred Isobaker died in Evanston two weeks ago.  He is survived by a brother in California and a sister in Salt Lake.  Also by two sons, David Burton and Charles Code, and tow daughters Mrs. William Titmus and Mrs. William Barnes of Evanston. Another daughter Mrs. R. D. Freeman resides in Idaho.

He was known around Evanston as a genius.  Although both arms had been amputated at the elbow when he was a young man he could repair the most intricate part of a watch.  He maintained a machine shop in Evanston for several years, and his work at all times was satisfactory and executed in a workmanlike manner.  He was an honorable, upright citizen and leaves a moral and business record behind him that is worthy of emulation. 

Funeral services were held Monday afternoon from the LDS church, and interment took place in the Evanston city cemetery.  Wyoming Times January 26, 1911


COOK, Hannah Amelia --- This community was again thrown into sadness when it was learned that Mrs. Charles Cook of Evanston had passed away at the LDS Hospital in Salt Lake on Thursday March 25, 1915, following an operation a few days previous.  She had been in the hospital for six weeks prior to the operation and rallied nicely for a time, but suffered a relapse and passed out.  The remains were brought to this city Friday evening, accompanied by the bereaved husband, her parents, Mr and Mrs. Charles Deloney, sister Mrs. I. W. Mills and Dr. Caroline Mills, who had been with her several days before the end.  The body was met at the depot by a number of friends and escort of Odd Fellows who accompanied it to the family home on South Main street.  Hannah Amelia Cook was born in Evanston, Wyoming on May 22, 1876, being the daughter of Charles and Clara J. Deloney.  She was educated in our public schools and spent most of her live here, being married on September 9, 1897 to Charles Cook of this city.  To this union was born three sons and one daughter the latter having passed away,

Funeral services were held at the LDS Church on last Monday afternoon.The funeral was conducted by Beeman & Cashin and a large concourse of friends followed the remains to their final resting place in the Evanston City Cemetery.  The pall-bearers were Abe Crawford, W. R. Lowham, A. G. Rex, Jesse B. Smith, C. S. Warner and J. J. Fife.  Wyoming Times Thursday April 1, 1915


COOK, Mrs. Harriet wife of Joseph Cook, Sr. died at her home on Main Street at 10:30 a. m, yesterday of general debility after an illness covering a period of ten months, having for the past four weeks been confined to her bed.  Deceased was seventy-four years of age and had been a resident of Evanston for the past twenty-six years. She was a native of Birmingham, England, and came to America in 1862. Besides the husband, she leaves two sons, William.  and Charles Cook, of this city.  Mrs.Cook was a noble, generous woman held in the highest esteem in this community.    Funeral (tomorrow) Sunday afternoon at 2:30, from the family home. (Saturday August 4, 1906 Wyoming Press)


CROSS, Walter R. was born at Corydon, Wayne County. Iowa.  July 3rd , 1881, and was killed last Monday evening near Granger, Wyoming, when a wagon he was riding loaded with supplies, fell over an embankment upon him, breaking his neck. He had worked for the Union Pacific for eighteen years, and had recently taken up a homestead, to which he was driving when the accident occurred. Deceased was a son of J. J. Cross of this, city, and is also survived by a wife and five children : half-brother, Herschel Cross. He was an Odd Fellow and Spanish American War veteran, and all regret of his untimely demise.

The remains were brought to Evanston and the funeral will he at the L. D. S. church Friday at 2 oclock.

Interment in Odd Fellows cemetery. Directors Beeman & Cashin.  The Wyoming Times Thursday, December 5. 1918

 

The information on Trails to the Past © Copyright  2025  may be used in personal family history research, with source citation. The pages in entirety may not be duplicated for publication in any fashion without the permission of the owner. Commercial use of any material on this site is not permitted.  Please respect the wishes of those who have contributed their time and efforts to make this free site possible.~Thank you!