JOHN STOEPLER

John Stoepler, Aged 81, Buried Wednesday
    John Stoepler, age 81, was found dead in his room Tuesday morning, at the home of his son, Albert, several miles east of Eden, the inquest disclosing that he died of poisoning, self-administered. he left a not stating his intention, it is said, but gave no motive for the act. In the last few days, he had arranged the affairs of his estate in good order and left a brief will before taking the fatal potion, which had not been definitely analyzed at this time.
    Mr. Stoepler was born in Hessen Darmstadt in Lauterbach, Germany, August 6, 1853. He came to the United States at the age of 13 and lived in DeWitt County, where he met and married Louisa Gneske, to whom nine children were born, and whom six are surviving. His wife died twenty one years ago.
    From DeWitt County he moved to Carnes County and from there to Concho in 1896. He lived here until about fourteen years ago, when he moved to San Antonio. In recent months, he had been staying here with his son, Albert, and family. He was a retired rancher, having acquired considerable ranch and farm properties, also owning some city property in San Antonio. his affairs were in excellent condition at his death, and it is understood that his holdings represented a considerable sum.
    Mr. Stoepler had been a long-time member of the Lutheran church, and was highly regarded by the hundreds here who knew him. and who regret his unfortunate passing and deeply sympathize with the bereaved children. Those who survive him are: John William Stoepler, Albert Stoepler, Otto Stoepler, Mrs. Johanna Frenzel, Mrs. Bertha Hogan, and Mrs. Lena Whittenburgh.
    Funeral services were conducted at the Eden cemetery Wednesday afternoon. Flowers  from friends and loved ones adorned the mound. the services were conducted by Rev. N. A. Sanders, of the Baptist church and funeral arrangements were under the direction of chas. h. Latham of Eden Hardware Co.
    Pallbearers were Will Loveless, Lester Lockett, Walter Stephens, Enno Behrens, Robert Loveless, and Walter Pfluger.

Eden Echo
November 1, 1934