Cloud County Obituaries A-K
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ANDERSON, ADDIE MAUDE (Anderson)
Mrs. Addie M. Anderson, 97, died Sunday, May 22, at the Mitchell County Hospital in Beloit. Mrs. Anderson had been a resident of the Cheyenne Lodge Nursing Home, Jamestown, since October, 1982. A lifelong Randall area resident, was born near Randall Oct. 22, 1885, the daughter of George and Ada Burris Anderson. She married to Morse Anderson Oct. 8, 1913, at Randall. He died Feb. 2, 1950. She was a cook for the Randall Schools for 13 years and a member of the Vicksburg Baptist Church east of Randall. Surviving are one sister, Mrs. Anna Basye, Jewell; four grandchildren, Mrs. Joan Forrest, Larned, Mrs. Jan Boman and Mrs. Ann Herrman, both of Scandia, and Dan Anderson, Aurora; and five great-grandchildren. Besides her husband she was preceded in death by two sons, four brothers and one sister. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m., Wednesday, May 25, at the Christian Church, Randall, with the Rev. Roberta Faulkner officiating. Burial will be in the Jamestown Cemetery.
(Abstract, Concordia Blade-Empire, Concordia, KS, May 23, 1983)
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ANDERSON, BESSIE MAY
DEATH TAKES JAMESTOWN GIRL. Bessie May Anderson passed away at the home of her mother in Omaha, Saturday morning, July 18, 1925, age 14 years, 9 months and 28 days. Bessie May, the daughter of William and Tilda Anderson was born in Jewell County, Kansas, near Randall, September 20, 1910. Her father died when she was about five years old, the first two years after his death she spent in care of her mother. In August 1917, she came to make her home with her uncle and aunt, Wallace and Elma Anderson, where she has lived continuously until June 22, this year, since which date she was with her mother until she passed away. Bessie's sweet disposition and kindly smile, won her scores of friends, young and old. She was dearly loved by all who knew her, she was a very bright scholar both in music and her school. She graduated from the common school in 1923 and had spent two years in the Jamestown high school and was looking forward to her junior year, when the death angel called her. She will be sadly missed by all who knew her. She leaves to mourn her departure her mother and step-father, Mr. and Mrs. W.C. Butler, her uncle and aunt Wallace and Elma Anderson, to whom she has been a daughter for so many years, two grandmothers, Mrs. Julia Stinson and Mrs. Addie Anderson, several uncles, aunts, and other relatives and friends. �Bessie's gone but not forgotten, her loving memory will linger with us ever.� Funeral services were held at the Methodist Church in Jamestown, Monday afternoon at 2:30, conducted by Rev. C.G. Scouten of Vicksburg, assisted by Rev. H.C. Hall, pastor of the Methodist Church. Internment was made in the Jamestown cemetery. (Kansas Optimist, Jamestown, KS, July 23, 1925)
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ANDERSON, EVERETT VIRGIL
Everett Virgil Anderson, 45, Saturday, died August 11, 1962 in Topeka. He was born May 23, 1917 at Randall, Kansas to Mrs. Addie Anderson and Morse Anderson. Mr. Anderson was Lead man for Maintenance Dept. for Seymour Packing Co. He had worked for Seymours for 20 years. Mr. Anderson attended Randall Schools and graduated from Randall High School in 1935. He is survived by the widow, Shirley and three children, Jan, Ann and Dan; a brother, Ralph Anderson of Randall and his mother, Mrs. Addie Anderson of Randall. Rosary was at 7:30 p.m. Monday August 13, at Penwell-Gabel Funeral Home in Topeka. Mass was at 7 a.m. August 14 at Assumption Catholic Church in Topeka. Burial was in the Jamestown cemetery at 2:30 p.m. Tuesday Aug. 14. (Abstract, Kansas Optimist, Jamestown, KS, August 16, 1962)
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SWEARINGEN, GRACE MAY (Anderson)
Mrs. John Swearingen, a resident of Summit township for the past two years, passed away at the Beloit hospital last Saturday, her death being caused from a cancer. She had undergone an operation two weeks ago. Mrs. Swearingen was born and spent the greater part of her life in the Vicksburg community northwest of Jamestown and was well and favorably known in that community. The untimely death of this wife and mother brings sadness to the two communities and deep sympathy goes out to the family in their hour of sorrow.
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Grace May Anderson was born February 13, 1888, on the farm five miles east of Randall, where her mother still resides. Here she grew to womanhood and with her parents attended Sunday school and church services at the Vicksburg church. At the age of 12 she confessed Christ and united with this church where she held her membership at the time of her death. She was a loyal member and enjoyed attending church and helping in any way possible. She was united in marriage to John A. Swearingen on September 3, 1912. To this union two children, a son and a daughter were born. Most of her life was spent in the Vicksburg community, except one and a half years in eastern Kansas and the past two and a half years southeast of Jamestown, where she attended Sunday school and church services at Macyville and took an active part in community affairs. She passed to her reward, Saturday morning, November 16, 1935, at the Beloit hospital, being 47 years, 9 months and 3 days of age. She leaves to mourn her passing, her husband, two children, Marion L., and Ruby L., both of the home; her mother, Mrs. Addie Anderson, of Randall; three brothers, Wallace of Jamestown, James and Roy of Randall; two sisters, Mrs. Addie Anderson of Randall and Mrs. Anna Bayse of Jewell. Her father, George Anderson and brother, William having preceded her in death several years ago. She also leaves many other relatives who will miss her cheery smile and friendly greeting. Funeral services were held at the Methodist church in Jamestown, Monday afternoon at 2 p.m. conducted by Rev. Glen Scouten. Rev. Vasey, pastor of the church assisted with the services. The services were attended by a large number of sympathizing neighbors and friends. Interment was made in the Jamestown cemetery. (Abstract, Kansas Optimist , Jamestown, KS, November 21, 1935)
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ANDERSON, JAMES WALTER
James W. Anderson, 95, died at his country home near Randall Friday, Oct. 31. He was a lifetime resident of Jewell County. Mr. Anderson was born June 19, 1880, to George and Ada Burriss Anderson. He was a retired farmer, and continued to live in the family home even after retirement. He attended the Vicksburg Baptist church. Surviving are two sisters, Mrs. Addie Anderson, Randall and Mrs. Anna Basye, Jewell. He was preceded in death by his parents, three brothers and a sister. Funeral services were Monday afternoon, Nov. 3, in the Blachy-Buoy funeral home in Jamestown with the Rev. John Gilbert officiating. Burial was in the Jamestown cemetery. (Abstract, Concordia Blade-Empire, Concordia, KS, November 3, 1995)
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ANDERSON, MORSE
Randall Resident, Morse Anderson, Dies.
Morse Anderson, second son of Joe and Marie Anderson, was born in Nesvig, Denmark, August 20, 1882, and passed away at the Beloit Community hospital February 2, 1950, at the age of 67 years, 5 months, and 5 days. He came to America with his parents and older brother, Jens, arriving in New York harbor on July 22, 1883; when eleven months age. The family came almost immediately to Kansas and soon settled on a farm five miles west and one north of Jamestown, which farm has constantly remained as the family home since those early days, being occupied now by three of the children. In this community Morse grew to manhood, attending grade school in District 100, commonly known as Jay Bird. While he made farming his chief occupation, he was also skilled in the use of carpenter tools and did considerable work of this kind in his own and adjoining communities. On October 8, 1913, he was united in marriage to Miss Addie Anderson and to this union were born two sons; Ralph C., now of Randall, Kans., and Everett V., of Beloit. At the age of 14 years, he was confirmed in the St. Luke's Lutheran church. Later on March 27, 1927, he united with the Vicksburg Baptist church. He served this church as one of its trustees for several years. While health permitted he was one of the most regular attendants at its services and will be greatly missed by the entire congregation. He is survived by his loving and devoted wife, his two sons, two daughters-in-law, one granddaughter, whom he dearly loved; his brothers, Jens, Walter, Nels, Andy, Olaf, Herman and Fred and his only sister, Thora, numerous other relatives and a wide circle of friends. He was preceded in death by his father, mother, two sisters, and one brother. Funeral services were held at the Vicksburg church, Saturday, February 4, at 2 o'clock. The sermon was by Rev. C.G. Scouten, the music by Rev. and Mrs. E. Ray Buckles, accompanied at the piano by Mrs. Vera Nichols. Pallbearers were Henry Elniff, Dallas Abram, Edwin McMillan, Will Behrends, Ole Lovseth and Clyde Williamson. Burial was in the Jamestown cemetery. (Abstract, Kansas Optimist, Jamestown, KS, February 9, 1950)
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ANDERSON, RALPH C.
Ralph Anderson, age 57, farmer of the Randall area, died this morning at his farm. His death is thought to have been caused by a heart attack. Mr. Anderson was born near Randall. He was very active in Masonic work and in Lions club activities, and was serving as president of the North Central Kansas Shrine club at the time of his death. Mr. Anderson is survived by his wife, the formed Faye Smith; his mother of Randall; one daughter, Joann, now of Larned and two grandchildren. Funeral arrangements are incomplete at this time. (Abstract, Concordia Blade-Empire, Concordia, KS, April 24, 1971)
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ANDERSON, ROY GEORGE
Roy G. Anderson, son of George and Ada Rae Anderson, was born in Jewell County July 1, 1894.
Roy G. Anderson died in the Veterans Hospital in Lincoln, Nebr., Saturday afternoon, Feb. 21, 1959. He was the son of George and Ada Rae Anderson, born in Jewell County July 1, 1894. Except for a few years, Roy lived his entire life on the farm where he was born, and farming was his occupation. He was preceded in death by his parents and one sister, Grace, and two brothers, Wallace and Will. Surviving him are two sisters, Mrs. Anna Basye of Jewell, Kansas, and Mrs. Addie Anderson of Randall, Kansas, and a brother, Jim, with whom Roy lived, 3 nephews and 1 niece. He was a World War I Veteran, attached to the Medical Corps. Roy was of a quite disposition with a ready smile for all who knew him, and it was this quality which made enduring friendships for him. Funeral services were held at the Blachy Funeral Home in Jamestown at 10 o'clock Tuesday morning with Rev. Siders officiating. Soloist was Don Hutchinson with Mrs. La Vern Hinehart at the organ. Casket bearers were Carl McElroy, Clyde Williamson, Ralph Trussell, Oscar Kaad, L.A. Herbin and Ivan Kadel. Interment was in the Jamestown Cemetery. (Abstract, Kansas Optimist, Jamestown, KS, February 26, 1959)
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ANDERSON, WALLACE DAVID
Wallace Anderson died Wednesday about five a.m. The previous evening he had attended the I.O.O.F. anniversary meeting in Concordia, and his death is a shock to his family and friends in the community. Mr. Anderson was a member of the Baptist church in Concordia, an active member of the I.O.O.F. of Jamestown, a director of the Jamestown Telephone Co., and a prominent farmer of this community. He is survived by his wife, Elma Anderson, his mother, Mrs. Addie Anderson, of Randall, two sisters, Mrs. Anna Bayse of Jewell, Mrs. Addie Anderson of Randall and two brothers, James and Roy, both of Randall. Funeral services will be held Saturday afternoon at the Baptist church in Concordia in 2:30 preceded by services at the home. Rev. R.H. Spangler the pastor will be in charge of the services. Internment will be in the Jamestown cemetery. (Abstract, Kansas Optimist, Jamestown, KS, April 25, 1946)
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ANDERSON, WILLIAM GEORGE
William George, infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Anderson was born April 4, 1909. Mr. Anderson had been in poor health and had gone with his wife and baby to Colorado Springs to recover his health, when the baby was taken sick and died January 28, 1910, age 9 months, 24 days. They brought the body of the little darling back to their Kansas home, six miles east of Randall, where the services were held at the home of Mrs. George Anderson February 1st, conducted by Rev. C.E. Carpenter of Randall. The body was laid to rest in the Jamestown cemetery, there to await the morning of the resurrection. (Kansas Optimist, Jamestown, KS, February 1910)
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ANDERSON, WILLIAM RAY
William Anderson Dead. William Ray Anderson, who formerly lived near the Vicksburg church, died at Prescott, Arizona, December 27th, and the body was brought to Jamestown for burial, the funeral services being held at the Methodist church Sunday afternoon; conducted by Rev. E.L. Hutchins, pastor of the church. Mr. Anderson had been in very poor health for a number of years, and last October went to Arizona in the hope of being benefited by the change in climate. He was about thirty-three years of age, and he leaves a wife and one daughter, his mother, three brothers and three sisters to mourn their loss. His wife was formerly Miss Samantha M. Stinson. They were married September 30th, 1903, by Rev. C.E. Carpenter. (Kansas Optimist, Jamestown, KS, January 16, 1916)
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ANSDELL, EMERY L.
Emery L., infant son of Wm. and Ida Ansell, (sic) died Friday, May 15th, 1891, aged two months and ten days and was buried Saturday afternoon in the cemetery west of town. Two little grains side by side, indicate that these bereaved parents have two ties binding them to the upper and better world. Rev. W. E. Jenkins. (New Era, Jamestown, KS, May 23, 1891)
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ANSDELL, WILLIAM RICHARD
The community was saddened when death entered our midst Sunday evening and removed another of our pioneer citizens, William R. Ansdell. The passing of Mr. Ansdell removes all but one of the vanguard of noblemen who blazed the trail for Jamestown and community. For more than 60 years he was permitted to reside on the same farm he homesteaded as a youth. No finer citizen or upright character ever lived here than W.R. Ansdell, he leaves a noble heritage for his children and grandchildren. William Richard Ansdell, son of Mr. and Mrs. Fred T.S. Ansdell, was born in Prairie De Sac, Saux county, Wisconsin, November 26, 1848, and departed this life at his home near Jamestown, Kansas, December 4, 1938, at the age of 90 years and 8 days. Mr. Ansdell lived a happy childhood in Wisconsin, gaining his schooling in the pioneer schools and the town's academy. As a young man he was united with the Episcopal church. Due to taxes, which Mr. Ansdell's father felt were exorbitant, plans were made to move to Iowa or Kansas. The two boys, Will and his younger brother, Henry, were sent with three yoke of oxen to visit Kansas and choose some land if it were suitable. On July 1, 1870, Mr. Ansdell preempted the southwest quarter of section 14 in Grant township, and in January, 1871, he homesteaded the northwest quarter of section 23 in the same township, where he lived until his death. In 1883, he engaged in the mercantile business in Jamestown, continuing this business for ten years; he served Jamestown as postmaster from 1907 to 1912. During all these years he kept up his farming operation. On March 1, 1883, he was united in marriage to Miss Ida E. Prince, who was claimed by death June 25, 1914. To this union were born six children, two of whom preceded their parents and nephews. Mr. Ansdell is survived by four children, William Richard of Kansas City, Kansas, Fred T.S. of Jamestown, George H. of Lawrence and Margaret Pearl of Washington, D.C.; ten grandchildren; a sister, Mrs. Eda Burris of Hutchinson, Kansas and several nieces and nephews. Mr. Ansdell was a faithful member and worker in the Masonic lodge, having become affiliated with the fraternity over 59 years ago. He was raised to the degree of a master Mason at Concordia, Kansas, on December 13, 1879. He became a charter member of the Jamestown lodge when its charter was granted in 1884. In all that time he missed only four meetings and served in many capacities in the lodge. For the past 39 years he acted as secretary. He was also a charter member of the Jamestown I.O.O.F. With the passing of Mr. Ansdell another pioneer is gone from the life of this community, another useful life has fulfilled its purpose. A loving father and husband, an outstanding pioneer citizen, Mr. Ansdell retained his mental powers until the last. He led an active outdoor life, riding horseback and caring for his own wants until a fall last week curtailed, but did not stop his activity. When he died, Sunday, December 4, he left a place which can never be filled in the hearts of his family and a host of friends. Funeral services were held Wednesday afternoon at the Methodist church conducted by Rev. W.W. Enyeart. The music was furnished by Mesdames F.L. Hills and A.W. Sjoholm. Messers, M.R. Semans and R.H. Scanland. The pall bearers were C.A. Powell, Arne Keiser, Andy Hanson, Walter Gould, Jesse Nease and C.H. Elniff. The Masons had charge of the burial, which was made in the Jamestown cemetery. (Abstract, Kansas Optimist, Jamestown, KS, December 8, 1938)
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ASHCRAFT, LEROY VICTOR
Roy V. Ashcraft, 77, died Wednesday, March 24, at the St. Ann's Home following a long illness. He was born in Denver, Colo., on May 16, 1893, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Lorin Ashcraft. He came to Hollis with his parents as a child. He married Jessie Musser on July 27, 1914, in Concordia. They lived and farmed in Hollis until 1950 when they moved to Concordia in 1952 and he was an interior decorator until he retired in 1967 because of ill health. He had been a resident of the St. Ann's Home for three weeks. Survivors are his wife; these children: Elton Ashcraft of Seattle, Wash.; Harriett, now Mrs. Virgil Carlson of Las Vegas, Nev.; Nordyn Y. Ashcraft, Chicago; and Bill Ashcraft of Grand Junction, Colo.; 17 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren; a brother, Floyd Ashcraft of Salina; a sister, Mrs. Carl Miller of Concordia. Funeral services will be held on Saturday afternoon at 2 o'clock in the Chaput Funeral Home with Dr. H.H. Vogel officiating. Burial will be in the Hollis cemetery. (Abstract, Kansan, Concordia, KS, March 25, 1971)
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BERTRAND, ESTHER M. (Babcock)
Esther M. Bertrand, died Wednesday, July 7, 1993, at Concordia hospital. She was 89. Mrs. Bertrand was born September 10, 1903 to Burton K. and Lenora M. Rogers Babcock, at Hiawatha, Kansas. On July 22, 1933 she was married to Joseph V. Bertran in Albuquerque, New Mexico. He preceded her in death on June 24, 1991. She was a college graduate and taught four years. She was a co-owner and operator, with her husband, of the Concordia Office Supply for 15 years. She entered a partnership with Stewart Wells and they owned and operated the store until 1969. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church, The United Methodist Women and the Ladies Literary Club, all of Concordia. Mrs. Bertrand is survived by on daughter, Lois V. and husband, Tom Warders, Hesston; two granddaughters, Lori Jo and husband, Frank Anderson, Clovis, Calif. and Kathryn ann and husband, Marvin Lein of Fort Collins, Colo; two grandsons, Thomas Paul Warders, of Clovis, Calif. and David Warders, of Wichita; one great-granddaughter, Taylore Anderson of Clovis, Calif. Besides her husband, she is preceded in death by her parents, two sisters, and one brother. Funeral services will be at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, July 10, 1993 at the Chaput-Buoy Funeral Chapel at Concordia, Kansas. The Revs. Kenneth A. Parker and Russell Gotschall will be officiating. Burial will be at Pleasant Hill Cemetery, Concordia. ( Abstract, Concordia Blade Empire, Concordia, KS, July 8, 1993)
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BALL, FRED VEDDER
Fred Ball died at his home 920 Spruce Street in Concordia on Monday evening, June 29, 1931. Although Mr. Ball had been ill for a number of years, he was taken seriously ill five weeks ago. Fred V. Ball was born August 31, 1876, in Craig, Mo. When he was two years of age he came with his parents to Concordia, and later to Jewell City, where they resided on a farm until he was five years old, when they returned to Concordia. They purchased the home at 920 Spruce St. and Mr. Ball has resided in this same house since that time. He was married to Miss Almira Bray, January 2, 1906, and to this union two children were born, Jack and Imogene. In the early days, Mr. Ball assisted his father in the carpentry and bridge building business but for the past four years he has been the merchant's police. He was a member of the I.O.O.F. lodge, the Security Benefit Association and the Methodist Episcopal Church. Surviving Mr. Ball are his wife, his two children, Jack B. Ball and Imogene, both of Concordia; his mother, Mrs. Mary Ball, of Concordia; and these brothers and sisters: George Ball of Concordia; Mrs. F.L. Ball, of Ogden, Utah; Dwight Ball, of Pasadena, Calif.; John Ball, of Wymore, Nebr.; and Mrs. E.A. Eckret, of Casper, Wyoming. Funeral services were held from the home, 920 Spruce Street, at 4:30 o'clock, on Wednesday afternoon. Rev. D.B. Magee in charge and burial was made in Pleasant Hill cemetery. (Abstract, Kansan, Concordia, KS, July 2, 1931)
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MOTTIN, NELLIE VIOLA (Beals)
Nellie Viola Mottin, of Miltonvale, died Wednesday, Dec. 4, in a Salina hospital. She was 79. Nellie Viola Beals was born Oct. 16, 1917, south of Miltonvale, to Enoch and Louie Sherman Beals. She was a lifetime resident of Ottawa and Cloud County. Mrs. Mottin was a member of the F.C. Hill Memorial Wesleyan Church. She married Basil Mottin on Nov. 13, 1938, at her sister's home in Miltonvale. Her husband died Oct. 25, 1993. Also preceding her in death were her parents; two brothers, Enoch Beals, Jr. and John Beals; three sisters, Della Lewis, Minnie Thorpe, and Marhta Nemnich. Surviving is her son, Eddie and wife, Martha, two grandchildren, Jason and Angela, all of Miltonvale; one sister, Bessie Wilkins, of Oklahoma City, Ok.; several nieces and nephews, all of whom will sadly miss her. Funeral services were Saturday, Dec. 7, at the F.C. Hill Memorial Wesleyan Church, with Rev. Mark Wilcox officiating. Pallbearers were Max Coleman, Brent Halepeska, Glenn Lee Lacy, Richard Schultz, Dick Shepard, and Rod Yonally. Burial was in the Miltonvale Cemetery. (Abstract, Miltonvale Record, Miltonvale, KS, December 12, 1996)
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BEASLEY, FRDERICK F.
Frederick F. Beasley died August 13, 1929, at the age of 75 years, 11 months, and 4 days. He was born in Indiana, September 9, 1853 and left that state with his parents when just a small boy and moved to Davis county, Missouri; later moving with his parents to Marion county, Iowa, where his father passed away in 1861. He came to Kansas in the early seventies, and carried United States mail from Concordia to Beloit for a number of years, when he purchased a farm in Cloud county, where he resided until his death. He was united in marriage to Margaret Malissa Edwards, September 7, 1886, and to this union seven children were born: Lewis F. Beasley, of Jamestown; Mrs. Ida Bowlin, of Superior, Nebraska; Mrs. Ernest Taylor, of Jamestown; Wilbur E. Beasley, of Osborne. One son, Johnnie, passed away October 14, 1927, and a daughter, Margaret, died in infancy. His wife passed away April 7, 1911. He also leaves one sister, Mrs. Elizabeth Flesher, of Jamestown, nineteen grandchildren and one great-grandchild, besides a host of friends and other relatives. (Abstract, Kansas Optimist, Jamestown, KS, August 15, 1929)
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FLESHER, HANNAH ELIZABETH (Beasley)
Hannah Elizabeth Beasley died at the home of her son, William, in Scandia, Mar. 27, 1937 at the age of 85 years, 8 months, and 1 day. She was born in Indiana, July 26, 1852. At the age of 21 she was united in marriage to Orlando Flesher. To this union one child was born, William Henry, of Scandia. About 1882 they came to Cloud county, settling near Jamestown. She has spent most of her life in and near Jamestown, until a few years ago, when she made her home with her son and family. She was united with the Methodist church at Jamestown, and attended regularly as long as she was able to go. Beside her son, she is survived by 9 grandchildren, 4 great grandchildren, and other relatives and friends. Funeral services were conducted Sunday afternoon at the home of her son, by Rev. B.W. Selin, of Scandia, Kans. Interment was made in the Jamestown cemetery beside her husband, who passes away several years ago. (Abstract, Kansas Optimist, Jamestown, KS, April 4, 1937)
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HAUCK, JANET CLARINE (Beasley)
Janet Clarine Beesley Hauck died Friday, December 1, 1989, at a Salina hospital at the age of 69 years, 5 months, and 7 days. She was born to John and Mary Melcher Beesley on June 23, 1920, on a farm in the Macyville community near Glasco, Kansas. Clarine, as she was affectionately known, attended grade school in the Glasco community and graduated from Concordia High School in 1938. After graduation, Clarine worked at the Concordia Duckwall Store. She was united in marriage with Wayne Hauck on March 6, 1948, in Clay Center, Kansas. This union was blessed with two children. From their wedding until her parting, she resided on the family farm near Miltonvale, Kansas, where she enjoyed working with her husband, Wayne. Clarine was a loving wife and mother, who enjoyed her children and grandchildren dearly. This joy was shown by always putting her husband, children, and grandchildren first in her life. Her concern for others moved beyond the family as she was always concerned for the well-being of her host of relatives and friends. She shared her favorite pastime of needle point with her close friends. She especially enjoyed giving these treasured works as a shower and wedding gifts. Clarine was a faithful and active member of the Miltonvale Christian Church, and active member of the CWF and a member of the County Line Club. She was preceded in death by her parents, John and Mary Beesley and a sister-in-law, Dorothy Beesley of Clay Center. Left to mourn her passing are her husband, Wayne, of rural Miltonvale; her son, Bob and wife, Sharon, of Sabetha; her daugher, Janet and husband, Roger Murphy, of Muskegn, Michigan; and seven grandchildren; one brother, Marvin Beesley of Clay Center; one sister, Charlotte and husband Leon Mottin of Clay Center; and her devoted sister-in-law and friend, Lela Hauck of Miltonvale; one nephew, Jim Mottin and wife, Betty of Guelph, Ontario; and a host of other relatives and friends. Funeral services were Sunday, Dec. 3, at the Miltonvale Christian Church, with Max Hines officiating. Music was provided by Tom Phelps, soloist, and Sue Gustafson, organist. Casket bearers were Brent Hauck, Tony Reeves, Ross Hauck, Dennis Hillian, Steve Willard, and Randy Lange. Interment was in the Miltonvale Cemetery. Services were conducted by Phelps Funeral Home, Miltonvale. (Abstract, Miltonvale Record, Miltonvale, KS, December 7, 1989)
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BEELSEY, JOHN LINDLEY
John L. Beesley, 89, of Miltonvale died Tuesday, May 22 in St. Joseph Hospital. A lifetime resident of Cloud county, he was born July 2, 1889 at Macyville, a son of John and Mary Macy Beelsey. He was a member of the Highland Baptist church. He was a farmer many years until he retired. He had lived in Miltonvale the past 45 years. He was married to Mary Melcher on Nov. 3, 1915 in Concordia. John L. Beesley is survived by his wife; one sone, Marvin Beelsey, Clay Center; two daughters, Clarine Hauck, Miltonville and Charlotte Mottin, Shawnee Mission; one brother Tom Beelsey, California; three grandchildren, two step-grandchildren, three great-grandchildren and four step-great-grandchildren. Funeral services for John L. Beesley will be Friday afternoon, May 25 at 2 o'clock in the Miltonvale Christian Church. Burial will be in the Miltonvale cemetery. (Abstract, Concordia Blade Empire, Concordia, KS, May 23, 1979)
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BEELSEY, JOHN
John Beesley was the son of Thomas and Lavinia Beesley, born in Montgomery county, Ind., October 10, 1847, died September 14, 1901, aged 53 years, 11 months, and 4 days. His father's family moved to Davis county, Mo., in 1853, remaining there several years, when they moved to Iowa where the death of the father occurred. At the age of fifteen he enlisted, anxious to serve his country in the war of the rebellion, and not being old enough to serve as a private in the ranks, he was taken as a bugler and served until the spring of 1865, being called during that time the boy bugler. He was mustered out at New Orleans, La. Three years following the close of the war he freighted across the then great plains from Omaha and Nebraska City. In 1869 he went from Iowa to Nebraska where he spent one year with his sister. There he met Mary J. Macy with whom he was united in marriage at Syracuse, Nebr., January, 23, 1870. Nearly thirty-two years of married life has passed. Five sons and four daughters were born to them, all of whom are living but Gertrude who went to her Heavenly Father's home twenty-five years ago. Mr. Beesley was a member of the G.A.R., being one of the early members at of Post at Concordia. At his funeral twenty members of the Post and Corps were in attendance and participated in the exercises, showing by their ready sympathy the esteem held toward their brother. He was a member of the Summit Free Baptist church, united in 1886. At the time of his death was one of the trustees of the church, also superintendent of the Sunday school where he will be greatly missed, as punctual and faithful attendance, filling whatever position he was placed in to the best of his ability, were privileges in which he delighted. He leaves to mourn his loss a faithful wife, eight children, his stepmother, two sisters, and a brother. His funeral sermon was preached by Rev. B. Haines from the text found in John 16:22. He was buried at the Macyville cemetery, and the funeral procession nearly a mile long was an evidence of the esteem held for him by his many friends and neighbors. Mrs. Beesley and family desire to thank all for the kindness and sympathy extended to them through the sickness of the husband and father, and for the kindly aid when the last hour came. Let us honor the memory of a worthy man gone to his reward. (Concordia Empire, Concordia, KS, September 19, 1901)
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BERTRAND, JOSEPH V.
Joseph V. Bertrand, 83, Concordia, died Monday, June 24, 1991, at a Salina hospital A lifetime resident of the Concordia community, he was born Oct. 2, 1907, on a farm east of Concordia to Joseph and Mary LeClair Bertrand. He attended District 8 School east of Concordia and later graduated from Concordia High School. On July 22, 1930, he married Esther Babcock at Albuquerque, N.M. For many years Mr. Bertrand was a bookkeeper for Concordia area businesses, For 15 years he owned and operated Concordia Office Supply. He entered into a partnership with Stewart Wells and they operated the store for another five years before selling the store in 1969 to Charles Jewell. Mr. Bertrand was a member of First United Methodist Church and United Methodist Men. He had belonged to Rotary Club and he had served as church financial secretary. Survivors include his wife, Esther of Concordia; a daughter, Lois and husband Tom Wanders of Hesston; four grandchildren, Lori Jo and husband Frank Anderson and Thomas Paul Warders, all of Clovis, N.M., Kathryn Ann and husband Marvin Lein of Fort Collins, Colo., and David Warders of Hesston; and one great-granddaugter, Taylore Anderson of Clovis, Calif. He was preceded in death by his parents and two infant sisters. The funeral will be at 2 p.m., Thursday, at the Chaput-Buoy Funeral Chapel with the Revs. James Akins and Russell Gotschall officiating. Burial will be in Pleasant Hill Cemetery. (Concordia Blade Empire, Concordia, KS, June 25, 1991)
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BALL, ALMIRA CATHERINE (Bray)
Mrs. Almira (Myra) C. Ball, 95, died Sunday, Sept. 23 in Elgin, Ill., after a long illness. She was a former resident of Concordia. She was born April 24, 1878 in Bounbonnais, Ill., a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William Bray. Almira Bray and Fred V. Ball were married Jan. 1, 1903 in Concordia. While living in Concordia, Mr. Ball was a carpenter and served as city night marshall. He preceded her death in 1931. Mrs. Ball continued to make Concordia her home until 1941 when she moved to Illinois. She was a member of the Methodist church. Survivors include a daughter, Imogene Carpenter, Streamwood, Ill.; a son, Jack Ball, Monteray Park, Calif.; five grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; three sisters, Mrs. Hermina Schatz, Wheaton, Ill.; Mrs. Edith Powell, Rockford, Ill.; and Mrs. Josephine Lash, Ottawa, Kan. Graveside services were held Wednesday, Sept. 26 in the Pleasant Hill Cemetery with the Rev. Robert Fleenor officiating. Chaput Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements. (Abstract, Kansan, Concordia, KS, September 27, 1973)
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ANDERSON, ADA RAE (Burris)
Mrs. Ada Rae Anderson died at her farm home, seven miles west of Jamestown Friday afternoon, May 6, after an illness of three months. She was born in Ohio on Feb. 4, 1857, and moved to the Jamestown community about 80 years ago. She was married to George A. Anderson before moving to Kansas. She was the mother of four sons and three daughters. Her husband and three children preceded her in death. Survivors are two sons: J.W. Anderson and Roy G. Anderson, of the home; two daughters: Mrs. Addie Anderson, of Randall, and Mrs. Anna Basye of Jewell. Also surviving are four grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held at the Blachly funeral home Monday afternoon, May 9, 1955 at 2:00 o'clock, with Rev. James Gray of Belleville, officiating. Mrs. Keith Abrams and Mrs. Rolland Davis sang, "In The Garden" and "Beyond the Sunset," accompanied at the organ by Mrs. Lee Nichols. Casket bearers were Ivan Kadel, Ole Loveseth, Edwin McMillan, Henry Elniff, Will Behrends, and Pete Steveland. Interment was in the Jamestown cemetery. (Abstract, Kansas Optimist, Jamestown, KS, May 12, 1955)
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MACY, ALICE ZELMA (Burris)
MRS. EMERY MACY DIES; WAS 56 YEARS OLD AND WELL KNOWN IN COUNTY - Mrs. Emery Macy, 56, well known former Cloud county woman, died last evening at Manhattan. Alice Burris Macy was born and raised in Cloud county. Surviving are her husband, Emery Macy; and these children: Keith, of Concordia; Wayne, Kingman, Kan.; Bill, of Hutchinson; Mrs. Perry Caver of St. Mary's and Charles, who is with the air force in Texas. Mrs. Macy's body will be brought to Concordia for burial, but funeral arrangements have not been completed. (Abstract, Concordia Blade Empire, Concordia, KS, May 14, 1952)
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BURRIS, MATHEW
Mathew Burris was born in Wheeling, West Virginia, December 18, 1817, and on December 5, 1836, was married to Caroline Shaffer, to which union was born ten children, of whom six survive. In February, 1879, he and his family moved to Kansas and in 1881 moved to the farm northwest of town where he died last Monday, Jan. 30, aged 87 years, 1 month and 12 days. Mr. Burris affiliated with the Jamestown Lodge No. 227, A. F. & A. M. on May 1, 1883, as a charter member, and the Masons had charge of the funeral which occured at the home Wednesday, Feb. 1, followed by interment in the Jamestown cemetery. Card of Thanks. We desire to extend on (sic) sincere thanks to all the kind friends and neighbors and members of the lodges for their many kind acts of sympathy extended during the sickness and death of our beloved husband and father. Caroline Burris. S. R. Burris. Addie Anderson. Frank Burris. (Kansas Optimist, Jamestown, KS, February 9, 1905)
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BUTLER, WARD W.
Ward Butler, 93, Glasco, died Aug. 19, 1995, at St. Joseph Hospital in Concordia. He was born June 7, 1902, on a farm near Glasco. He was a farmer and a member of the Glasco Christian Church. Survivors include his wife, Beatrice of Glasco; one stepsister, Eva Borgen of Beloit; one niece and two nephews. The funeral will be at 2 p.m., Tuesday, Aug. 22, at the Glasco Christian Church with the Rev. Phyllis Nungester officiating. Burial will be in the Glasco Cemetery. (Abstract, Concordia Blade Empire, Concordia, KS, August 21, 1995)
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TEASLEY, FLORA L. (Cline)
Flora L. Teasley of Glasco, Kans., died Friday, July 19, 1968 at the age of 90 years, 7 months and 8 days. The daughter of Mandred C. and Mary Ellen Cline was born near Glasco Dec. 11, 1877. She was one of nine children, all of whom preceded her in death except one sister, Mrs. Nora Craig of Ringwood, Okla. She was united in marriage to Joe Teasley of Glasco June 24, 1894. To this union six children were born. She was preceded in death by her husband, two sons and one daughter, Mrs. Leta Smith, Leslie and Arlet Teasley. Survivors include two daughters, Mrs. V.L. Bonebrake, Casa Granda, Ariz., Mrs. Michael Driscoll, Glasco; and one son, Ervin N. Teasley, Glasco; 16 grandchildren; 47 great grandchildren and 7 great-great grandchildren. Nieces and nephews and a host of friends. Funeral services were held at 10 a.m. Monday, July 22, at the Dean Funeral Home. Burial was in the Glasco Cemetery. (Abstract, Glasco Sun, Glasco, KS, July 25, 1968)
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TEASLEY, LULA M. (Day)
Lulu Teasley, a Concordia girl and daughter of Mrs. Jessie Day or Concordia, died Sunday morning, April 14, in a hospital in Tulsa, Okla., after several weeks' illness. Lulu Day Teasley was born in Cloud County, attended the schools and graduated from the high school in Concordia, and was married here to Ray D. Teasley, son of Mr. and Mrs. A.D. Teasley of Concordia. While it was known in Concordia her condition was serious, still her death Sunday was a shock to her many Concordia friends. Mrs. Teasley is survived by her husband, two small children: Virginia Mae and Robert Teasley; her mother, Mrs. Jessie Day of Concordia; a sister, Mrs. Fred Wade of Brussels, Belgium; and two brothers, Floyd W. Day and Norris Day of Concordia. The body will be brought to Concordia today, and services will be held here. Funeral services will be held at the Methodist Episcopal Church in Concordia, Tuesday, at 2:30 p.m., Dr. D.B. Magee in charge, and interment will be in Pleasant Hill cemetery. (Abstract, Concordia Blade Empire, Concordia, KS, April 15, 1929)
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DEFRANCE, THELMA MARIE
Death of Marie DeFrance. Marie, daughter of B. K. and Minnie DeFrance, was born at Glasco, Jan. 30, 1903, and departed this life at Plainville, Kansas, June 10, 1907. She was a very bright, sweet child, much loved by everybody therefore. Cause of her death was apppendicits. The remains were interred at Macyville. (Glasco Sun, Glasco, KS, June 21, 1907)
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DILDINE, GEORGE HENRY
George Henry Dildine of Arion township Saturday, from being kicked by a horse Friday. He was talking to a neighbor who had been plowing and the neighbor was tinkering with the plow and talking to Mr. Dildine. He looked around, and saw Mr. Dildine on the ground. Medical aid was called at once, and the injured man brought to Concordia where X-ray pictures were taken of his head, but he died shortly after being examined, the cause of death being given as intercranial hemorrhage. He is survived by his wife and four children, one daughter and three sons. Mr. Dildine was born July 3, 1871, in Iowa, and was brought by his parents to Kansas before he was a year old. He had lived in the Macyville neighborhood practically all of his life, and was married there to Miss Avis Macy. Funeral services will be held from the home near Macyville, Tuesday afternoon at 2:30, and interment will be in the Morrison cemetery near Macyville. (Abstract, Concordia Blade Empire, Concordia, KS, April 13, 1925)
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DILDINE, TEDDY CALVIN
Macyville. The baby of George Dildine's was buried last Saturday. The little one was ill but a few days. (Concordia Blade, Concordia, KS, July 17, 1902)
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STEPHENSON, ETHEL L. (Doak)
Mrs. James Stephenson, 54, a resident of Concordia for many years, died at her home, 621 Archer street, Saturday morning following an illness of several weeks. She was a native of Cloud County. Ethel Doak, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Nathan Doak, was born August 2, 1884 on the Doak homestead near Concordia. Oct. 3, 1906, she was married to James Stephenson. To them were born two children, Vera and Lyle, both dying in infancy. Surviving are her husband, one sister, Mrs. Maude Pitts and a brother, Walter Doak, of Concordia. Mrs. Stephenson was of a cheerful disposition and was loved by all who knew her. She will be missed by her many friends in Concordia and surrounding territory. Funeral services were held Monday afternoon, at the Wesleyan Methodist church, and burial took place in the Morrison cemetery near Macyville. (Abstract, Kansan, Concordia, KS, November 3, 1938)
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BEASLEY, MARGARET MALISSA (Edwards)
It becomes our duty this week to chronicle one of the saddest deaths ever reported to this paper - the death of Mrs. F.F. Beasley, who died Friday evening at the Beasley home six miles south of Jamestown; death following the birth of an infant daughter. Mr. and Mrs. Beasley are old residents of Summit, having settled there in 1886. Her death came as a great shock to the many friends and neighbors of the community. Mrs. Beasley was formerly Miss Maggie Edwards and was born October 10th, 1871. She was married September 7th, 1886, to Frederick F. Beasley and until her death the family has resided on their farm in Summit township. She was 39 years, 4 months, and 9 days at the time of her death. She leaves to mourn the loss of a loving wife and mother, her husband and seven children. Of the children four are boys: Lewis, Wilmer, Fay, and Johnnie. The three girls are Ida, Grace and an infant now but a few days old. She also leaves a mother and three brothers. The brothers, George, Laurence, and John, reside in Kansas City. Her sisters are Rosie Nickerson, of Osborne, Illinois; Ida Arnold of Brighton, Iowa, and Etta Stribbling, of Kansas City, Kansas. The funeral services were held Monday afternoon at 2:00 o'clock with Rev. A.R. Moore officiating. A large crowd of friends attended the services. Interment was made in the Macyville cemetery. The Optimist extends its sincere sympathy to the bereaved relatives. (Kansas Optimist, Jamestown, KS, April 13, 1911)
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STINSON, JULIA ANN (Floyd)
Mrs. Julia Stinson died December 9, 1949, at the age of 86 years, one month, and nine days. Julia Ann Boyd was born November 1, 1863, at Rockhold, Ky., the daughter of Joseph and Rachel Floyd. She grew to womanhood in the family home at Rockhold and was married to Jacob Stinson at Jelico, Tenn., on Feb. 18, 1886. Mr. and Mrs. Stinson made their home at Randall, Kans., at Rockhold, and again at Randall, before moving to a farm near Jamestown, Kans., where they lived until Mr. Stinson's death in 1919. To this marriage nine children were born, two of whom died in infancy and two daughters, Ardelsie Lovseth and Eunice Peterson, preceded their mother in death in 1911 and 1936 respectively. Mrs. Stinson was a faithful Christian and courageous pioneer mother. At an early age she was converted and joined the Baptist church, serving as opportunity permitted. She was a member of the Saron Baptist church near Jamestown at the time of death. She came to live in the Sunset Home at Concordia April 25, 1942. As long as her health permitted, she served as hostess of a table, and graciously exemplified the proverb, �She looketh well to the ways of her household.� The constant attention of her children and grandchildren also demonstrates the truth of scripture, �Her children rise up and call her blessed.� Mrs. Stinson, with her gentle, uncomplaining, and kindly attitude toward people and life is deeply mourned, and will be greatly missed by her fellow members in the home. Surviving their mother's death are Mrs. Tilda Butler, Louisville, Ky., Perry Stinson, Randall, Mrs. Mamie Hodgson, Jamestown, Mrs. Irene French, Newton, Kans., Floyd Stinson, Lawrence, Kans., and 14 grandchildren, four great grandchildren, and a host of other relatives and friends. Funeral services were held in the Methodist church at Jamestown Monday morning, December 12, at 10:30 o'clock, with Rev. A.B. Nelson, superintendent of the Sunset Home, officiating. Interment was made in the Jamestown cemetery. (Abstract, Kansas Optimist, Jamestown, KS, December 15, 1949)
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MACY, CLARA (Gilliland)
Mrs. Clara Macy died Tuesday at Pacoima, Cal., and funeral services were held there today. She was a former Cloud county pioneer resident. Mrs. Macy's body will be returned to Concordia, for services and burial, but no date has been announced for these. Mrs. Macy lived at Macyville for many years, moving to Concordia and then to California in 1927. (Abstract, Concordia Blade Empire, Concordia, KS, July 26, 1951)
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LEDBETTER, SUSAN JANE (Gilliland)
MRS. LEADBETTER DEAD. Susan J. Gilliland was born in Cedar county, Ia., near Tipton, Aug. 9, 1848, and died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Minnie Stanton, near Lenexa, Kan., Feb. 7, 1924, aged 75 years, five months and 26 days. She went with her parents from Iowa to Worth county, Mo., in 1860. In 1868 she was married to Adolphus Ledbetter. Her husband died Aug. 27, 1887. Seven children were born to this union, six of whom survive. She was preceded in death by a daughter, Daisy Montgomery, on July 18, 1920. The surviving children are: Art Ledbetter of Los Angeles, Cal.; Nellie Glenn, of Dennison, Tex.; Glennie Clardy, Savannah, Mo.; Minnie Stanton, Lenexa, Kan.; James Ledbetter, Wellfleet, Neb., and Walter Ledbetter of Lenexa. She is also survived by 12 grandchildren, three greatgrandchildren; three sisters, Mrs. Clara Macy of Macyville, Kan.; Mrs. Ellie Harris of Ajai, Cal., and Mrs. Amanda Messick, Pasadena, Cal.; and two brothers A. J. Gilliland, Enid, Okla., and Elisha Gilliland, Norton, Kan. Mrs. Ledbetter became a member of the Christian church at the age of 15 years. In 1902 she united with the Methodist Episcopal church at Macyville, Kan., and at the time of her death wa a member of the M. E. church at Lenexa. Mrs. Ledbetter was known as a fine neighbor, and had the respect of a wide circle of friends and acquaintances. Funeral services were held at the Macyville church, Sunday afternoon, Feb. 10, at 2 o'clock, conducted by Rev. C. E. Carpenter of Jamestown, assisted by Rev. Harry Riley of Miltonvale. Interment was in the Morrison cemetery one mile east of Macyville. (Concordia Blade Empire, Concordia, KS, February 12, 1924)
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ANSDELL, ORA A. (Good)
Mrs. Ora Ansdell, 83, died in Manhattan Saturday night, Nov. 27. She was the widow of Fred T.S. Ansdell and a former resident of the Jamestown community. Mrs. Ansdell was born Nov. 29, 1887, at Long Pine, Neb., a daughter of James Good and Sarah Mix Good. She was married to Fred T.S. Ansdell Nov. 5, 1909, and they lived and farmed many years in the Jamestown community. Mr. Ansdell served as county commissioner in Cloud county for 15 years. He died June 22, 1960. Mrs. Ansdell continued to live in the home at Jamestown until two years ago when she moved to Manhattan to be near her daughter, Miss Joyce Ansdell, a professor at Kansas University. Mrs. Ansdell was a member of the United Methodist Church, WSCS of the church, a member of the Current Literature and History club at Jamestown since 1909, the Concordia Chapter of Daughters of the American Revolution, a 50-year member of the Order of the Eastern Star, a charter member of the Cloud County Historical Society, and a member of the Jamestown library board. She had served as librarian at the Jamestown library from 1903 until 1967 when she moved to Manhattan. She was honored as Pioneer Club Woman of Kansas by the Kansas Federated Clubs in 1966. On Sept. 28, 1967, at Jamestown she was honored on the town's "Ora Ansdell Appreciation Day". Mrs. Ansdell is survived by two daughters, Miss Joyce Ansdell, Manhattan; Margaret, now Mrs. Donald Moler, Charelston, Ill.; one grandson, Donald Moler, Jr.; a brother, Victor L. Good, Riverside, Calif.; and nieces and nephews. Funeral services for Mrs. Fred Ansdell will be Tuesday morning, Nov. 30, in the United Methodist church at Jamestown at 10 o'clock with the Rev. Don Wilson officiating. Burial will be in the Jamestown cemetery. (Abstract, Concordia Blade Empire, Concordia, KS, November 29, 1971)
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GUIPRE, ANDREW
Andrew Guipre, 93, died February 2, 1982. The eldest son of Lewis and Jemima Elliot Guipre, was born April 11, 1888, near Simpson, Ks. He grew up on a farm north of Simpson. He married Elva Van Scoyk of Scottsville at Beloit, Ks., in November of 1908 To this union four children were born. His wife passed away in June 1932, and his only son, Fred Marvin, in May of 1938. Also preceding him in death were his brothers Bill and Louis, and sisters Maud Hale, Millie Mann, Ann Watson, and Rose Slater. Andrew was a favorite of his grandchildren, and to then he was affectionately known as "Gramps." After his marriage he moved to a farm two miles west of his birthplace and lived there until 1965, when he moved to Simpson. For several years he lived with his daughter and family, and near his 85th birthday he purchased a small home, where he resided until ten days ago, when he entered Hilltop Lodge. Gramps was a farmer at heart, and farming was the only occupation he ever followed. He was endowed with a wonderful sense of humor, and everyone thought of him as a "fun" person. Andrew leaves to mourn his passing his three daughters and husbands, Mr. and Mrs. Keith (Vesta) Conn, Dr. and Mrs. Pearl (Mavis) Anderson, and Mr. and Mrs. Charles (Louise) Hughes; 11 grandchildren; 29 great-grandchildren; three great-great-grandchildren; two sisters and husbands, Mr. and Mrs. Bill (Mettie) Daugherty of Simpson and Mr. and Mrs. Louis (Mimie) Pounds of Delphos; and many nieces, nephews, and friends. (Abstract, Glasco Sun, Glasco, KS, February 11, 1982)
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GUIPRE, CLYDE
Clyde Guipre, 76, died Thursday night, March 12, at St. Joseph hospital, after an illness of three years. A lifelong resident of Cloud County, and a retired farmer, Mr. Guipre was born April 17, 1893, at Simpson, a son of Mr. and Mrs. John Guipre. Mr. Guipre was married March 16, 1925, to Vera Little in Birmingham, Ala., and they lived on farms in Cloud county until moving to Concordia from the Jamestown community in 1967. Mr. Guipre is survived by his wife; one son, Lyle D. Guipre of Phoenix, Ariz.; five grandchildren and five great-grandchildren; and a brother, Ira Guipre of Glasco. Funeral arrangements are incomplete. (Abstract, Concordia Blade Empire, Concordia, KS, March 13, 1970)
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GUIPRE, IRA NELSON
Funeral services for Ira Nelson Guipre, 84, Glasco, were held at 4:00 p.m. Saturday, April 17, in the Glasco United Methodist Church. Rev. Joseph Shillcutt officiated and burial was in the Glasco Cemetery. Mr. Guipre died Thursday, April 15, at St. Joseph's Hospital in Concordia. Ira Nelson Guipre was born to John and Adeline Guipre at the Guipre farmstead north of Simpson, Kans., Nov. 4, 1891. He attended Cotton Wood country school for his elementary education. Later with his parents he moved to Glasco to attend high school. He married Nettie Bulson on July 30, 1913, at Beloit, Kans. They set up housekeeping in the Highland community. He was a true farmer. He loved animals and the soil. His great pride was his teams of horses and mules and pastures of cattle. In 1951 they retired to Glasco. Here he worked at Nutland Hardware and Northern Sales Barn. Now he had time for his hobby of hunting and fishing. Each fall he would go to Colorado to hunt with his brother in law for deer and elk. He was active in church functions, joining the Methodist Church in 1959. He was a member of Lions, Elks, and Mason organizations until health prohibited. Ira and Nettie celebrated their golden wedding anniversary, July 30, 1963. He leaves to mourn, Nettie, his wife of 62 years; his son, John Raymond and his wife, Marjorie, Alamosa, Colo,; his granddaughter, Toni Ann, Phoenix, Ariz., other relatives and a host of friends and neighbors. He was preceded in death by his parents and his only brother, Clyde, in 1970. He was a favorite on Glasco Main Street and his wit and humor will be missed. Pallbearers were Harry Webster, Dick Teasley, Marvin Chapman, Kip Portenier, Milton Henderson, Roland Nothern. Organist was Phyllis Struble and soloist was Ronald King. Music, :My God and I", and "A Closer Walk With Thee." Dean Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. (Abstract, Glasco Sun, Glasco, KS, April 22, 1976)
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STEPHENSON, AMMELINE A. (Harness)
The death of Mrs. Emma Stephenson occurred at an early hour Monday morning, May 3rd, and came as a great shock to the members of the family and to the citizens of Jamestown. Mrs. Stephenson had not been sick, she was up town the evening before her death, visited at the home of a neighbor untill 9:00 o'clock, and became ill about midnight. Heart failure would be the common term for the cause of her death. Emma A. Harness was born in Jennings county, Indiana, February 6, 1851. She was 64 years, 2 months and 27 days old at the time of her death. She was married to Henry G. Stephenson, February 17, 1871. To this union six children were born, three girls and three boys, all of whom are left to mourn the loss of mother. The children are: Mrs. Alpha Teasley, of Glasco; Mrs. Minnie DeFrance, of Courtland, Nebraska; Mrs. Alice DeFrance of Meadow Grove, Nebraska; James of near Macyville; Dalton of Courtland, Nebraska and Leivi of Jamestown. Mr. and Mrs. Stephenson came to Cloud county in the early seventies. For several years they lived on a farm near Macyville and in 1907 they moved to Jamestown. The husband's death occurred two years later, September 8, 1909. Mrs. Stephenson was a kind and loving mother and a good neighbor, and her death is a great blow to her children and a sorrow to her friends. Funeral services were held at the Macyville church, Tuesday afternoon, at 2:30 o'clock, conducted by Rev. G. E. Carnahan. Interment was made in the Macyville cemetery. (Kansas Optimist, Jamestown, KS, May 16, 1915)
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HAUCK, ARTHUR LEROY
Arthur Hauck died St. Joseph's hospital in Concordia on December 15, 1964 after a long illness. Arthur Leroy �Art� Hauck, eldest son of Leroy and Lillie Hauck, was born June 28, 1903 in Miltonvale, Kansas. At an early age he was baptized in the Christian Church in Miltonvale and continued his membership until his passing. He obtained his education in Miltonvale and attended the Chillicothe Business College at Chillicothe, Missouri. He engaged in farming and worked on road construction and maintenance for a number of years. On April 25, 1940 he was united in marriage to Lela E. Rose, daughter of Dr. S.E. Rose. To this union, two sons were born, Earl Bertran and Charles Ross, both of the home. He was preceded in death by his mother and infant sister. Besides his widow and sons he leaves to mourn his passing his father, L.B. Hauck of Miltonvale, and three brothers and their wives, Leo W. and Wayne D. of Miltonvale, and Ray V. of Delphos; six nephews, one niece, and other relatives and many friends. He was a faithful companion and father, a considerate neighbor and friend and a dependable employee. A precious one from us is gone, A voice we loved is still: A place is vacant in the home, which never can be filled. God in his wisdom has recalled The boon his love has given: and though the body slumbers here, his soul is safe in heaven. Funeral services were held in Miltonvale Christian Church at 2:00 p.m. Friday, December 18, with Larry Schroeder officiating. Interment was in the Miltonvale cemetery. (Abstract, Miltonvale Record, Miltonvale, KS, December 24, 1964)
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HAUCK, EARL BERTRAM
Capt. Earl Bertram Hauck, 24, died Saturday at Sheppard Air Force base, Wichita Falls, Texas, after complaining he was suffering from influenza. He was the son of Mrs. Arthur L. Hauck, Miltonvale. He was born June 9, 1943, at Miltonvale, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Arthur L. Hauck. He graduated from the School of Veterinary Medicine at Kansas State University in June, 1967. Air Force authorities were trying to find the cause of Hauck's death Monday. He died shortly before 11 p.m. Saturday after his roommate, Capt. James A. Case, called an ambulance. The men lived in a motel off the base. Capt. Hauck was a student at the medical service school at Sheppard. In addition to his mother, Earl is survived by his brother Ross, of the home and his grandfathers, L.B. Hauck and Dr. S.E. Rose, both of Miltonvale. Funeral services were tody (Thursday) at 2 p.m. in the Miltonvale Christian Church with Larry Walden and Larry Schroeder officiating. (Abstract, Miltonvale Record, Miltonvale, KS, February 8, 1968)
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HAUCK, FRANK CHARLES
1. Frank Charles, 49, died at St. Joseph Hospital, Concordia, July 4, 1975. The second son of Leo and Aravilla Hauck, was born February 6, 1926 at Miltonvale. He married Jo Ann Breen on May 9, 1949. To this marriage was born one son, David Lee. He was retired under disability from Twin Valley Telephone, Inc. in October, 1974, having been a heart patient since 1957. He was a member of St. Anthony's Church, Miltonvale, the American Legion, Veterans of Foreign Wars, Clay Center Elks and was President of the Miltonvale Lions Club at the time of his death. He was active in the summer ball leagues and was an avid outdoor sportsman. In addition to his wife and son, he is survived by his daughter-in-law, Sharon and one grandson, Frank Charles II, Tampa, florida, his parents and two brothers, Roy L. of Ada and Don R. of Norton, nieces and nephews, other relatives and friends. (Abstract Miltonvale Record, Miltonvale, KS, July 10, 1975)
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HAUCK, LEO WILLIAM
Leo William Hauck, 83, died October 20, 1989, at St. Joseph Hospital in Concordia. He was born November 6, 1905, in Ottawa County, the second son of LeRoy Bertram Hauck and Lillie (Sharp) Hauck. At an early age he moved with his family to a farm south of Miltonvale. He was united in marriage to Aravilla Jones on April 7, 1924. To this union three sons were born, Roy Lee, Frank Charles, and Don Richard. The family farmed the Jones homestead and later he was employed by Cloud County Road Dept., and continued employment there until his retirement. They moved to their present home in Miltonvale around 1960. He was a member of the Miltonvale Christian Church, where he had held various offices. He was a member of the Miltonvale Lions Club as long as health permitted. He was preceded in death by an infant sister, his parents, one brother, Arthur, one son, Frank, and his wife, Aravilla. He is survived by two sons, Roy Lee, of Ottawa County Hospital, and wife, LaDonna of Ada, Don Richard and wife, Kathleen of Norton; daughter-in-law, JoAnn of Miltonvale; two brothers, Roy and wife Margaret of Delphos, Wayne and wife Clarine, of rural Miltonvale; and sister-in-law, Lela, of Miltonvale; four grandsons; one granddaughter; and nine great-grandsons; other relatives and friends. Funeral services were Tuesday, Oct. 24, from the Miltonvale Christian Church, with Max Hines officiating. Organist was Mrs. Lois Denison, and soloist was Mrs. Clara Jane Shannon. Casket Bearers were Guy Hauck, Charles Richard Hauck, Steve Hauck, David Hauck, Charles Ross Hauck, and Larry Hammon. Burial was in the Miltonvale Cemetery. Phelps Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. (Abstract, Miltonvale Record, Miltonvale, KS, October 26, 1989)
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HAUCK, LEROY BERTRAM
Leroy Bertram Hauck died at his home in Miltonvale on May 31, 1968. The son of John R. and Charlotte E. Hauck, he was born February 17, 1887 in Belle Plains, Iowa. At the age of 5, the family moved from Iowa to the area south of Miltonvale, and he has resided in this community for the past 85 years. Leroy B. Hauck became a member of the Christian Church in 1908 and continued to be an active member of the church as long as his health permitted. He was engaged in the pump and windmill business in Miltonvale for a period of years prior to moving to the farm. He then remained in farming until his retirement when he moved into town. On October 9, 1901 he was united in marriage to Lillie J. Sharp. To this union four sons and one daughter were born. His wife, Lillie J. his oldest son Arthur L., a daughter Lillie Irene and a grandson Earl B. preceded him in death. Mr. Hauck was the 1st member of the family of seven children to pass away. He leaves to mourn his passing; three sons and their wives, Leo W. and Waine D. of Miltonvale, Ray of Delphos, a daughter-in-law Lela Hauck of Miltonvale, seven grandchildren, five great grandchildren, nieces and nephews, other relatives and friends. (Abstract, Miltonvale Record, Miltonvale, KS, June 6, 1968)
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HAUCK, LILLIE IRENE
Lillie Irene Hauck, baby daughter of Mr. and Mrs. L.B. Haucks, was born May 23, 1909, The Master called her home on Saturday morning, August 7th, 1909. She was permitted to grace the home for only 2 months, 2 weeks, and 1 day. Funeral services were conducted by Rev. Devaney, at the Christian Church on Sunday followed by burial in the city cemetery. The bereaved family have the sympathy of all in their bereavement. *** Card of Thanks. We desire to extend our sincere thanks to our friends and neighbors for their loving kindness and sympathy during the sickness and death of our baby, Irene. L.B. Haucks and wife. (Miltonvale Record, Miltonvale, KS, August 12, 1909)
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HAUCK, WAYNE D.
Wayne D. Hauck, age 77, of Miltonvale, and lifetime Cloud County resident, died Sunday, April 20, 1997, in a hospital in Minneapolis. The son of LeRoy and Lillie Sharp Hauck, he was born November 3, 1919, at Miltonvale. He was a retired farmer, a member of the Miltonvale Christian Church, and the Clay Center Masonic Lodge #134. He was a lifetime Cloud County resident. On March 6, 1943, he married Clarine Beesley at Clay Center. She preceded him in death on December 1, 1989. Survivors include one son, Bob and his wife Sharon, of Sabetha; a daughter, Janet and her husband Roger Murphy, of Muskegon, Mich.; a brother, Ray Hauck, of Delphos; seven grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. Graveside services were Tuesday at the Miltonvale Cemetery, with Rev. Sherman Beasterfeld and Rev. Raymond Gilbert officiating. Casket bearers were Ross Hauck, Steve Hauck, Randy Lange, Derick Murphy, Tony Reeves, and Steve Willard. Phelps Funeral Home, Miltonvale, was in charge of arrangements. In Memory of Wayne D. Hauck. We've come today to lay to rest, A friend whom you have had; While most of you knew him as Wayne, To others he was dad. I went to see him months ago, When someone said he ailed; Because he wasn't very well, First visit was curtailed. To me he was a friendly sort, I saw him now and then; At home in Minneapolis, So these few words I pen. He said he farmed for many years, A farmer knows full-well; One year he has a bumper crop, Next year there's none to sell. Some men pull anchor in such times, They're never satisfied; They move in hope of getting rich, And will not be denied. But then at last, some turn back home, They've chased an empty dream; They've spent their cash and lost their hope. And some their self-esteem. But Wayne seemed satisfied near those, Whom he had got to know; He never drifted very far, And liked the status quo. He met Clarine those years ago, They wed in Forty-Three; And then two children blest their home, And filled it with great glee. 'Twas one sad day he said good-bye, To wife of many years; It left him with a heavy heart, With mentioned and tears. And now we say our last good-bye, And lay him 'neath the loam; Adjacent to the very town, That Wayne Hauck called his home. -Ray Gilbert. (Abstract, Miltonvale Record, Miltonvale, KS, April 24, 1997)
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HOGUE, LOUIS M.
Louis M. Hogue, 72, lifelong resident of Cloud county, died last evening at his home here. Although he had been in ill health for several years, his death was unexpected. He was born in Arion township June 1, 1896, the son of Charles and Effie Hogue. He farmed in Arion township after his marriage Jan. 1, 1922 to Thelma Tilson and on retiring from the farm moved to Concordia in 1934. He worked as a foreman for the county highway department from 1935 until 1960. Surviving are his wife; a sister, Mrs. Mabel Doak of Concordia. Funeral services will be held Thursday afternoon at 2 o'clock at the Chaput funeral home, the Rev. Vern Livengood in charge. Burial will be in Morrison cemetery southwest of Concordia. (Abstract, Concordia Blade Empire, Concordia, KS, May 7, 1968)
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BEESLEY, MINERVA (Howard)
Mrs. Minerva Beesley, mother of Mrs. Orlando Flesher, of this city, died at her daughter's home yesterday afternoon at 3:15 o'clock. The funeral service will be held at the Flesher home Friday afternoon at two o'clock, conducted by Rev. G.E. Carnahan. An obituary notice will be published next week. (Kansas Optimist, Jamestown, KS, February 16, 1911)
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TEASLEY, ELIZABETH E. (Musser)
Mrs. Elizabeth Teasley, 91, died at Parker, Colorado, Sunday, Dec. 19. She was staying at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Amos Musser, where she had gone a few months ago. Mrs. Teasley was born in Orangeville, Ill., and came to Kansas in 1866. She had been a resident of Kansas for 77 years and a resident of Cloud county for 73 years. She and her husband and children lived near Macyville. She was a teacher in the church and a member of the Ladies Aid and a worker in church programs. Her husband, George Teasley, died in California in 1922, and she had made her home with her daughter, Mrs. Frank Mooney and Mr. Mooney, for many years. Mrs. Teasley was a very active woman for her age and until the last few months she was seen walking a distance of one mile to the home of her granddaughter, Mrs. Ernie Farmer, and back to the Mooney home. She was loved by all, especially the children of whom she was very considerate. She leaves to mourn her daughters, Mrs. Amos Musser of Parker, Colo., Mrs. Lena Clark of Concordia and Mrs. Frank Mooney of Jamestown. A son, James, two years old, her husband, and a daughter, Mrs. Dave Beesley of California, preceded her in death. The body was brought to Glasco, where a funeral service was held at the Methodist church, at 2:30 p.m., Wednesday, Dec. 22. Interment was in Glasco cemetery. (Abstract, Glasco Sun, Glasco, KS, December 23, 1943)
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HAUCK, ARAVILLA AGNES (Jones)
Aravilla Hauck, 80, died October 22, 1988 at a Concordia hospital. Aravilla Agnes Jones, daughter of Edmond E. and Mattie S. Jones, was born July 11, 1908, in Aredale, Iowa. She was the youngest of six children and at the age of six weeks she moved, together with her family, to Miltonvale in order that the older sisters may attend Miltonvale Wesleyan College. She remained in the Miltonvale community throughout her lifetime. She was united in marriage to Leo W. Hauck on April 7, 1924, at Clay Center, Ks. To this union were born three sons, Roy Lee, Frank Charles, and Don Richard. She was a loving wife and mother. In 1926 they moved to the homestead east of Miltonvale and lived there until 1959 when they moved in to the city of Miltonvale. She suffered numerous anguished hours as a mother when all three of her sons served overseas in the Armed Forces during World War II and the Korean War. Letters from home were written daily. She was an avid supporter and a charter member of the Miltonvale VFW Auxiliary. She worked as a clerk in the Jones Variety and Sundries Stores for a span of 20 years. She was a member of the Miltonvale Chrisitan Church, a deaconess emeritus of the church, and a member of the Christian Women's Fellowship. She was preceded in death by her parents, two sisters, two brothers, and her son, Frank Charles. She is survived by her husband, Leo, of the home; two sons, Roy Lee and wife, LaDonna, Ada, and Don Richard and wife, Kathlee, Norton; a daughter-in-law, JoAnn Hauck, Miltonvale; one sister, Marjorie Wymore, Omaha, Neb.; five grandchildren and nine great-grandsons. Funeral services were Tuesday, oct. 25, at the Miltonvale Christian Church with Thad Noto officiating. Organist was Mrs. Lois Denison and soloist was Mrs. Clara Jane Shannon. Casker bearers were Guy Hauck, Charles Richard Hauck, Steve Hauck, David Hauck, Charles Ross Hauck, and Larry Hammon. Burial was in the Miltonvale Cemetery. (Abstract, Miltonvale Record, Miltonville, KS, October 27, 1988)
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JONES, CHARLES W.
Charles Jones, 35 years old, died early Wednesday morning on his farm about five miles SE of Concordia. He died by hanging himself in the barn. He had given no indication of problems, nor leave a note. He was in no financial difficulty and was very successful as a farmer. Neighbors say that he attended a sale, Tuesday, and appeared to be in good spirts. Mr. Jones arose as usual Wednesday morning and went to the barn to do the chores, while his wife prepared breakfast. When he did not return to the house at the usual time, Mrs. Jones went to the barn to investigate and there found his lifeless body hanging by a rope from the rafters. He evidently had tied the rope around the rafter and after placing the noose about his neck, jumped off some baled straw. The sheriff's office was notified and undersheriff Barrett, in company with acting coroner, Dr. L. E. Haughey, went to the Jones farm. The officers say that there is no doubt but is was suicidal and no inquest will be held. Charles Jones was born near Rice and had spent his entire life in this county. He is survived by his wife, who is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Pailett, and his parents, Mr. and Mrs. G. W. Jones, of Rice. Funeral services will be held Friday morning at 10 o'clock at the residence and at 10:30 at the Huscher church. Burial will be made in the Nelson cemetery. (Abstract, Kansan, Concordia, KS, October 22, 1936)
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MARY LOUISE JONES
Mary Louise Jones, two-year-old daughter and only child of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Jones, living near Concordia, died last night after an illness of five days. She is survived by her parents and grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. John Paillette and Mr. and Mrs. G.W. Jones. Funeral services will be held Sunday at 2 o'clock at the Huscher church, and interment will be made in Nelson cemetery. (Abstract, Concordia Blade Empire, Concordia, KS, October 9, 1926)
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