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George Bradley Smith

Father-George B. Smith, the youngest son of Moses and Betsey (nee Magoon) Smith was born June 19, 1855 at Malone, New York.  In 1867 he moved to a new homestead at Auroraville, Wisconsin with his parents.  In 1877 he was united in marriage to Serepta Jane smith who passed away December 16, 1915.  Thirteen children were born to this union, five preceding him in death.  He and his family lived and farmed at Auroraville, Irma, Trego and River Falls.  He has made this city his home for the past 27 years.  After Serepta died he remarried to Ella Annis who passed away in 1932.  He then remarried to Annie Schorn Lovely and they lived together until in 1945 illness overtook both of them, and they went to live with their respective relatives.  He left River Falls to live with his grandson Harold Smith at Lampson, where he passed away on December 14, 1945, at the age of 90 years, 5 months and 26 days.  He leaves to mourn his passing eight children:  Charles, Wallace, Clarence, Clifford, Gertrude and Bessie of River Falls; Belle of Delphos, Kansas and Ruth of Red Wing, Minnesota; also 40 grandchildren and 34 great-grandchildren.  Funeral services were held at the Finn & Segerstrom Funeral home Monday, December 17 at 2 p.m.  Interment in Greenwood cemetery, Rev. Arthur S. Johnson officiating.

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Serepta Jane Smith

Mother-died at home in River Falls, December 16, 1915 of apoplexy.  She was born in Morristown, New York January 28, 1861.  In 1872 she came to Wisconsin with her parents, John and Elizabeth (nee Martin) Smith, and in 1878 she married George B. Smith, and to this union were born 13 children, 5 girls and 8 boys:  Ezra, Charles Arthur, Wallace, Ward, Clarence, Arlow and Clifford and Gertie, Belle, Bessie and Ruth all of River Falls and vicinity.  One daughter, Myrtle Irene died in infancy.  She leaves besides these to mourn her loss 4 brothers and one sister, Enos and Fred of Cumberland, and Herb and Wallace and Mrs. E.E. Nash of River Falls.  She was a loving wife and mother and she bore her suffering through the 12 weeks of her sickenss with the utmost patience.  At her request her sons acted as pallbearers.  The funeral was held at her home at 12 o'clock Dec. 18, 1915 on Sunday.  Interment in Greenwood cemetery.  CARD OF THANKS-We wish to extend our sincere thanks to neighbors and friends who assisted us through the sickness and death of our dear wife and mother, and for flowers and singing and to Rev. Bird for the comforting words spoken by him; and especially to the nurse, Mrs. Pauline Strout, for her faithful service to our dear wife and mother through her sickness and death.  Geo. B. Smith and family.

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George S. Nash

George S. Nash passed away at his home Friday evening at the age of 78 years, 10 months and 7 days.  He was born in Nobleboro, Maine, March 16, 1841.  He was united in marriage to Barzana J. Eugley September 10, 1862.  They moved to Diamond bluff, Wisconsin in 1866 and lived there for 22 years.  Since then they have lived in River Falls.  To this union five children were born, three of whom survive.  Miss Abby died in infancy; Mrs. Wilson C. Warren died at the age of 27, 1893, leaving two sons, Charles and George who were reared to manhood by their grandparents, and who are still at home.  The surviving children, who with their mother, are left to mourn the loss of a kind and loving husband and father are:  Eldon Nash, Addie Nash and Mrs. W.A. (Nellie) Hawkins.  The feeling of loss is shared with them by Mrs. Nash's six grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends.

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Gertrude Elizabeth Miller 1887-1947

Mrs. Fay Miller, aged 60, died very suddenly Saturday evening, October 25, 1947, at the home of her son Wilbur, on East Cascade Avenue, where she was spending the evening.  She was born on April 29, 1887 in Auroraville, Wisconsin, the daughter of George B. and Serepta Jane smith.  She married Fayette Elery Miller on December 25, 1907 at the home of her parents, then living t miles east of river Falls on County line.  They lived for a year in Oregon with Fay's brother, Ed Miller, before moving back to River Falls.  Except for a short period of time living in Prescott, they have lived in River Falls.  Left to mourn her loss besides her husband, are a daughter, Mrs. Norman Johnson, three sons, Elery of Prescott, Belmer of Mauston and Wilbur of this city.  Two sisters, Mrs. Vernon Erickson of Red Win, Minn., and Mrs. Homer Annis of Delphos, Kansas; three brothers, Clarence, Clifford and Wallace of River Falls; six grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.  Two sister and five brothers in addition to her parents preceded her in death.  Funeral services were held from the Finn & Segerstrom Funeral Chapel and the Lutheran House of Worship.  Rev. Arthur S. Johnson officiating.  Interment was in Greenwood cemetery.

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Clarence Eldon Smith 1894-1957

Clarence Eldon Smith was born in Auroraville, Wisconsin on July 16, 1894.  He passed away Thursday morning, March 14, at a Red Wing Hospital.  he had been disabled for the past year and a half by illness. Most of his adult life was spent in River Falls and vicinity working as a farm hand and in later years at the Smead Manufacturing Company until the time of his disability.  he is survived by two sisters, Ruth (Mrs. Vernon Erickson) of Red Wing, Minn., Belle (Mrs. Homer Annis) of Delphos, Kansas, and one brother, Clifford of River Falls.  His passing is also mourned by many relatives and friends.  Preceding him in death were his parents, Mr. and Mrs. George B. Smith of River Falls, two sisters and six brothers.  Interment was in Greenwood cemetery.

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Ezra George Smith

Ezra George Smith died at his home here, Thursday, May 24 at the age of 49 years, 2 months and 7 days.  He was born at Auroraville, Wisconsin March 17, 1879.  IN 1909 he was united in marriage to May Belle Drew and of this union were born eight children: one boy and seven girls, Ellis, Esther, Dorothy, Amanda Mae, Clara Belle, Velma, Evelyn, and Vidella.  He leaves besides these to mourn his loss a wife, his father, George B. Smith, four sisters and six brothers, Mrs. Fay Miller, Mrs. Arthur Foss, Clarence, Clifford and Ward all of River Falls.  Mrs. Homer Annis of Delphos, Kansas, Mrs. Vernon Erickson of Red Wing, Minnesota, and Arthur Smith of Minong, Wis., and a host of friends and relatives.  His brother and one sister preceded him.  He bore his suffering through the 9 weeks of his illness with the utmost patience.  The funeral services were held Saturday May 26th at the First Baptist Church.  Rev. O.A. Graham officiating.  Interment was made at Greenwood cemetery.

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Eldon Eugley Nash 1865-1950

E.e. Nash, who made his home with the Arthur Foss family died as the result of slipping on an icy sidewalk in front of the consolidated Lumber Co. on Thursday past.  He passed away in the River Falls city hospital on Saturday, February 26, 1950.  Mr. Nash was born on January 3, 1865 in Nobleboro, Maine, to George and Barzana (nee Eugley) Nash.  In 1866 he moved with his parents to Diamond Bluff, Wisconsin, where he grew to manhood.  He married Carrie Eveline Smith on July 4, 1892.  They made their home in River Falls.  Eldon worked for the street department in this city and served as Street Commissioner for several years.  His wife Carrie died on July 8, 1928.  He then went to live with the Arthur Foss family for the remainder of his life.  He hired out to do farm work, raised and sold garden produce and worked at janitorial jobs for many years.  He was an avid horse lover, and was noted for his ability to train and work with horses.  He was preceded in death by his parents, three sisters, Addie of this city; Nellie (Mrs. W.A. Hawkins) of Morris, Illinois; and Mrs. Wilson C. Warren.  He is survived by his adopted family, Arthur, Norman and George C. Foss, all of River Falls, and a nephew, George Warren, also of this city.  After brief Methodist services held at the Segerstrom Funeral home he was laid to rest beside his wife in Greenwood cemetery.

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Wallace Herbert Smith 1885-1955

Wallace Herbert Smith was born on May 9, 1855 at Irma, Wisconsin.  He was the third son of Serepta and George B. Smith.  He passed away at Finn's Haven Rest Home on Wednesday July 27, 1955.  Mrs. Smith had been in failing health for several months and had spent the past seven months at the rest home.  On November 23,k 1910 he was united in marriage to Lura Aldrich of Little Sauk, Minnesota.  To them were born eight children all of whom survive with the exception of Leora (Mrs. Edwin Mayer).  Most of Mr. Smith's life was spent in farming near river Falls.  For a few years he worked at the electric lant at Burhardt, Wis.  In addition to his wife he leaves five daughters:  (Elwyn) Mrs. Lyle Waxon, (Vycella) Mrs. Glen Waxon, (Olive) Mrs. Leo Crimmins all of Hudson, Wis., (Alice) Mrs. Gordon Evenson of Escanaba, Mich., and (Inez) Mrs. James Boney of Seattle, Wash.  Two sons, Charles and marlin, both in the service of their country in Japan.  Two sister, Mrs. Homer Annis of Delphos, Kansas and Mrs. Vernon Erickson of Red Wing, Minn.  Two brothers, Clarence and Clifford of River Falls, 15 grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.  Two sister and five brothers in addition to his parents preceded him in death.  Funeral services were held at the Methodist Church in River Falls on Saturday, July 30, 1955.  Interment was held at Greenwood cemetery with Rev. Ralph Kofoed officiating.

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Arlow Millard Smith 1897-1918

Died-Arlow M. Smith, son of George B. Smith was born in Waushara County, Wis., April 7, 1897, one of a large family.  He took his place with the others in work on the farm.  Just previous to his enlistment he was helping his father to prove up on a new homestead in Northern Wisconsin.  From the first he was anxious to respond to his country's call and would have enlisted at once had not duty to his father kept him at home.  On June 1st, having made arrangements with a married brother to take his place on the farm, he enlisted in C.C. 2nd Regiment stationed at Camp Dewey, Ill. Great Lakes Training School.  His letters home were always cheerful, expressing his satisfaction with his surroundings and showing his great desire to be "over there".  Less than two weeks ago he was home on a ten days furlough which he thoroughly enjoyed but he was eager to be back on the job and ever his mind turned to the one subject that filled his life.  The last letter told of expectation of an early transfer and then he was taken with Spanish influenza from which he partially recovered when a relapse caused his sudden death October 1, 1918.  The services were conducted by Rev. G.A. Brid, at the home of his brother, Ezra Smith, Corner of Third and Spring Streets, Oct. 3, 1918 at two o'clock.  A male quartet composed of Messrs. Hanna, Norseng, P.W. Bird and G.A. Bird rendered two appropriate selections.  The local S.A.T.C. under the command of Lieutenant Jaureguy attended in a body and the pallbearers were chosen from this company.  His remains were interred in Greenwood cemetery.

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Edna Fay Smith

Edna Fay Smith, the daughter of Charles Franklin Wilcox and Mary Ada Lovell.  Edna was born April 30, 1903 in Clayton, Wisconsin.  She graduated from the Clayton High School and the River Falls Normal.  She was united in marriage to Henry Harrison Smith, April 12, 1926.  They spent most of their entire lives in the River Falls area.  She was preceded in death by her husband, July 6, 1957.  Mrs. Smith is survived by a niece, Mrs. Leonard Wilson of Turtle Lake, Wis., one nephew, Richard Wilcox of St. Cloud, Minn.; a brother-in-law, Robert Smith of River Falls and a sister-in-law, Mrs. Nina Deiss of Detroit, Mich., and Mrs. Lottie Wilcox, Turtle Lake.  Visitation was held at the Cashman-Segerstrom Mortuary on Wednesday, Oct. 28, 1970.  Funeral Services were held at the United Methodist Church of River Falls on Thursday, Oct. 29, at 1:30 o'clock.  Rev. Dreistadt officiating.  Interment was in the Greenwood cemetery in River Falls.

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Enos F. Smith, 62

Enos F. Smith of Bayport, MN., died March 7, 1988.  He is survived by his wife Dorothy, one son, Jerry and his wife Kathleen of Stillwater, MN; one daughter, Patricia (Mrs. Roger) Waterman, Amery; four grandchildren-Lauren and Tim Waterman, and Betsy and Andrew Smith;  He is also survived by his mother, Blanch White of River Falls; two sisters:  Jean Earlywine of Freeport, Ill., and Ardith Christenson of Ellsworth; one brother John Smith of River Falls.  He was preceded in death by his father and three brothers:  Robert, Richard and Guy.  Services were held March 10 at St. Charles Catholic Church in Bayport, MN.  Interment was at St. Michael's cemetery, Bayport.

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Patricia Ann Smith

Patricia Ann, infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Clifford J. smith was born Jun 7, 1936 at River Falls and passed away at the home of her parents in Kinnickinnic on July 12, 1936.  She lived a short life at her home and was a sweet inspiration to all about her.  Those left to mourn are:  her parents, Mrs. and Mrs. Clifford J. Smith, her grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Geo. B. Smith and Mr. and Mrs. Ray Barker, a great grandmother, Mrs. Anna Christofferson of New Richmond and many other relatives.  Interment was in the Greenwood cemetery.

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Belmer Miller, 80

Belmer Miller died Feb. 2, 1994 at the Kinnic Long Term Care Center in River Falls.  The son of Fay and Gertrude (Smith) Miller, he was born March 9, 1913 in River Falls.  Mr. Miller was a longtime member of Moose Lodge #594.  He married Lora Matzek on July 4, 1936.  To this union a daughter was born.  Mr. Miller was preceded in death by his parents, an infant sister and one brother.  Survivors include his wife, Lora, daughter and son-in-law Ila and Michael Kelley and grandson Sean; a brother Wilbur of Amery and a sister and brother-in-law, Jean and Norman Johnson of River Falls; several cousins and nieces and nephews.  Memorial services were held Saturday at Cashman Mortuary.  Interment was in the Mann Valley cemetery.

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Richard C. Smith

Richard Claire Smith, Rt. 1, Baldwin, died suddenly at his home on August 23.  He was the son of Roy and Blanche Westgate Smith born Jun 23, 1917 in Cumberland, Wis.  In 1935 he moved with his family to New Richmond.  He joined the army in May 1941, serving overseas in the North African and Italy invasion, spending one winter in dugouts on the beach at Salerno.  He returned from the service in August, 1945.  Mrs. Smith was united in marriage with Gladys Danielson, Feb. 28, 1947.  Through the years they opened their home to a number of foster children.  He is survived by his wife Gladys; his mother, Mrs. Blanche White of River Falls; three brothers-Enos of Bayport, Minn.; John and Guy of River Falls; two sisters - Jean (Mrs. Judd Earlywine), Freeport, Ill.; and Ardith (Mrs. Levern Christenson) of Ellsworth.  He was preceded in death by his father and one brother, Robert of New Richmond.  Mr. Smith famred the Baldwin area for 25 years.  Family services were held at the Cashman Mortuary on Monday, Aug. 27 at 11 a.m. with Rev. Dennis J. Haines officiating.  Funeral services were held at the Pece Lutheran church of Baldwin at 1:30 p.m. with Rev. Milton Aarsvold officiating.  Interment was in Greenwood cemetery, River Falls.  Pallbearers were:  Olov Hawkiness, Milton Lane, Richard Walton, Ralph Freeze, Orin Ylvsaker and Walter Schlammpp.

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Ellis Myron Smith

Ellis Myron Smith died at St. Joseph Hospital in River Falls, Sunday, Dec. 10, 1967.  He had been hospitalized for five weeks.  He was born to Ezra and Mabel Smith Dec. 22, 1911 in River Falls and lived there all his life.  He was married to Elsie Eckstrom Sept. 3, 1938.  He was employed at the River Falls Laundry for 34 years as a dry cleaner.  The past two years he was employed at Nor-Lake, Inc., in Hudson, Wis.  He leaves to mourn, his wife, Elsie, one daughter, Delores (Mrs. Kenneth Kakac) of Prescott; five siters:  Mrs. Esther Zarbock, Downey, Calif.; Mrs. Velma Groover and Mrs. Wayne (Evelyn) McCoy both of Lantana, Florida; Mrs. Charle Helmick (Dorothy) of Yakima, Wash.; Mrs. Arnold Dahn (Amanda Mae) of LeSueur, Minn.; and one aunt, Mrs. Vernon (Ruth) Erickson of Red Win, Minn.; one uncle, Clifford Smith of New Richmond, Wis.  His mother and father and two sisters preceded him in death.  Visitation was held at the Cashman-Segerstrom Mortuary on Tuesday, with funeral services on Wednesday, Dec. 13, at the Apostolic Church in Greenwood cemetery.

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Vernon R. Peck, 68

Vernon Ray Peck, Sr., rural Springbrook, died February 28, 1979 at the Community Memoial Hospital in Spooner, Wis.  He was born August 15, 1911 at Auroraville, Wis.  He was married Jun 3, 1936 to Ruth Wilhelm at River Falls.  He was employed as a carpenter at River Falls for many years.  In May, 1967 the family moved to Springbrook.  Besides his wife, he is survived by seven sons, Gerald, South Braintree, Mass.; Raymond, Westland, Mich.; Wade of River Falls; Duane, Hudson; Jerome, Superior; Vernon, Jr. and Jeffrey, Springbrook.  Two daughters, Jeanette Blodgett, Maiden Rock; and Janice Gardner, Frederick; 20 grandchildren and 2 step-grandchildren, his mother and step-father, Mr. and Mrs. Jake Riemenschneider of River Falls; a brother Lyle of Bottineau, N.D.; a sister, Hazel Swenon fo River Falls; a half-brother Lawrence Peck of Janesville; a half-sister Norma Metear, Janesville.  Three step-brothers, Harold Riemenschnieder, Lake Elmo, MN.; Conrad Reimenschneider, River Falls, Milton Riemdenschnider, Brighton, Mich.; and two step-sisters, Dorothy Lauckner, Kramer, N.D. and Lucille Minder, River Falls.  The funeral was at 2 p.m. Saturday, March 3, at the Dahl Funeral Home in Spooner, Rev. Veryl Schubert officiated with burial at the Car Cemetery, Earl, Wis.

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Hazel Swenson, 85

Hazel L. Swenson died Oct. 10, 1992 at the Lutheran Home in River Falls.  She was born July 14, 1907.  She married Raymond L. Swenson on Aug. 13, 1927 and he died Sept. 8, 1977.  Mrs. Swenson is survived by her children and their spouses:  Richard and Carol of Wilson; Gene and Pat of St. Paul; Helen Swenson of Florence, Ore.; and Alan and Marlene of White Bear Lake, Minn.; 14 grandchildren; a half-sister, Norma Meton of Janesville; a half-brother, Lawrence Peck of Janesville; two step-sisters, Lucille Anderson of Hudson and Dorthy Nicholson of North Dakota; gthree step-brothers:  Conrad Riemenschneider of Clear Lake, Harold Riemenschneider of Perham, Minn., and Milton Riemenschneider of Hager City; four sisters-in-law:  Louise Peck of North Dakota, Dora Mammenga of St. Paul, Effie Thurber of St. Paul and Anna Swenson of Chanhassen, Minn.  The funeral was held at 11 a.m. Oct. 14 at Ezekial Lutheran Church with Pastor William Montgomery officiating.  Interment was at the Beldenville Cemetery.  Pallbearers were Souren and Raffi Tashjian and Ber, Ed, Don, Scott and Doug Swenson.  Memorials are preferred to Ezekial Lutheran Church.

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Levern E. Christenson, 78

Levern E. Christenson, 78 of Ellsworth died Tuesday, April 15, 1997.  He was born July 31, 1918 in River Falls, the son of Otto and Gladys (Olson).  He attended River Falls High School, graduating in 1937.  He married Ardith Smith on Dec. 28, 1944 at the Hudson Methodist Church.  He was a farmer, buttermaker, salesman, and was employed at the Rural Electric Association.  He also served in the U.S. Air Force.  He was a member of Fletcher-Pechacek American Legion Post #204, and the Pierce County 40 et 8.  He was also a member of the Ellsworth United Methodist Church.  He was preceded in death by his parents, Otto and Gladys; and two brothers.  He is survived by his wife, Ardith; two sons:  Dennis and Linda of Bemidji, Minn., and James and Susan of Spring Valley; one daughter, Nancy and David Phernetton of Appleton; a sister, Shirley, of Ellsworth.  Seven nieces and seven grandchildren.  Visitation was Thursday, April 17, at Cashman Mortuary in River Falls.  Funeral was Friday, April 18, at United Methodist Church in Ellsworth with Rev. Janis Best officiating.  Interment was in the Maple Grove cemetery in Ellsworth.

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Blanche A. White

Blanche A. White, 95, a resident of the Lutheran Home, died Oct. 1, 1992.  The daughter of John B. and Nancy J. (Wood) Westgate, she was born April 3, 1897 in Clear Lake, WI.  She attended rural schools and River Falls Normal School before teaching in country schools in Wisconsin.  She married Roy F. Smith on July 19, 1916.  He died May 2, 1952.  She married Albert G. White in November of 1957.  He died in April of 1981.  Mrs. White is survived by two daughters and sons-in-law:  Jean and Judd Earlywine of Freeport, Ill., and Ardith and Levern Christenson of Ellsworth; a son and daughter-in-law:  John and Joanne Smith of River Falls; 16 grandchildren; 25 great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.  She was preceded in death by her husband, four sons, one grandson, and infant granddaughter, her parents, three sisters and two brothers.  Services were held Oct. 3, at First Baptist Church of River Falls with Rev. Michael Kleeberger officiating.  Interment was at Greenwood cemetery.

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Wilbur Vernon Miller, 84

Wilbur "Webb" V. Miller, 84, died Friday, April 16, 1999, at Regions Hospital in St. Paul.  He was born in River Falls on May 1, 1914, the son of Fay and Gertrude Miller.  He lived most of his life in River Falls.  He was a World War II veteran, serving in Europe.  IN River Falls, he operated Miller Trucking until retirement, when he spent many happy years in Amery.  He will be sadly missed by his wife and best friend of 54 years, Marge.  He was preceded in death by his parents, Fay and Gertrude; his brothers: Belmer and Elery; his infant sister; and his son, Jim, who passed away on August 13, 1995.  He is survived by his wife, Marge; his daughter: Jan and Earl Ducket; grandchildren: Sara and Darin; daughter-in-law, Roxanne; sister Jean and Norman Johnson; sister-in-law, Lora Miller; many other family members and friends.  Funeral was Tuesday, April 20, at Cashman Mortuary, with Rev. Larry McCann officiating.  Interment was in Greenwood Cemetery.  Pallbearers were:  Steve Elam, John Foss, Nadine Johnson, Carl Elam, Kevin Schmitt and Marlene Brunckhorst.  Cashman Mortuary handled the arrangements.

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Joanne K. Smith, 58

Joanne K. Smith, 58, of River Falls died Monday, Nov. 17, 1997 at the River Falls Area Hospital.  She was born on July 19, 1939 in River Falls, the daughter of Henry Reis and Dorothy (Tyler)_ Reis.  She graduated from River Falls High School in 1957.  She married John R. Smith on July 11, 1959 in River Falls.  She was employed at the River Falls Medical Clinic for over 30 years.  She was a lifelong member of the St. Bridget Catholic Church.  She was also a member of the River Falls hospital Auxiliary and the River Falls Golf Club.  She was preceded in death by her parents, Henry and Dorothy Reis.  Survivors include:  her husband, John of River Falls; two sons:  Gregory J. Smith and Siri Hanson of River Falls; and Michael J. and Kirsten Smith of Louisville, Colo.; four brothers:  Ronald and Dorothy Reis of Prescott, Michael and Nancy Reis of Spooner, Daniel and Karen Reis and David and Julie Reis of River Falls; two sisters: Doris and Wayne Deiss of River Falls, and Kathleen and Les Kay; many nieces and nephews.  Funeral was at 1 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 19, at St. Bridget Catholic Church, with Rev. Gerald Harris officiating.  Cashman Mortuary is handling arrangements.

Betty Boyd-Acronico - Unknown

The following obituary is for Tamar A. Houck-Putnam who was the mother of Emma F. Putnam-Munger, wife of Dr. Deo Clifton Munger of Ellsworth, WI. 

1924 Obituary from the Winona County "Old Settler's Scrapbook," taken from a Winona newspaper, but not certain of which paper:

"Mrs. S. D. Putnam, aged 97, one of the colony which came from Chautauqua county, N.Y. to settle at Minnesota City in 1852, aunt of Mrs. A. F. Swindler of this city, died Saturday evening at the home of her daughter, Mrs. D. C. [Deo Clifton, M. D.]  Munger, at Ellsworth, Wisconsin.

Burial was made at Ellsworth this afternoon. Soon after the colony came to Minnesota City, Mr. and Mrs. Putnam settled on a farm about a mile north of Stockton where the family made their home for many years. Later she and her husband moved to St. Charles where they resided for a time before removing to Ellsworth, Wis. Mr. Putnam died there about five years ago, more than 90 years of age. Mrs. Putnam is survived by three daughters, Mrs. D. C. Munger [Deo Clifton Munger, M.D.] of Ellsworth, Wis., Mrs. C. A. Boyd, [Charles Albert Boyd, M.D.] residing in California, and Mrs. A. W. Mowbray [Albert W. Mowbray] of Brainerd, Minn." [EAB 8/22/97]

Betty Boyd-Acronico - Pierce County Herald 1949

Emma F. Putnam-Munger

Funeral services for Mrs. Emma Munger, widely known Ellsworth resident who died October 12, were conducted Saturday afternoon from the Malliday-Corman funeral home with Rev. Edw. Thomas, pastor of the Methodist Church officiating.  The burial service of the Order of the Eastern Star was given by sisters of the deceased, a charter member of the Ellsworth Chapter.  The Masonic Quartet sang "Fairest Lord Jesus" and "Now the Day is Over".

Interment was at Maple Grove Cemetery.  Pallbearers were Otto Christenson, K.H. Larson, John Hagestad, I.R. Cadwell, M.J. Quinn and Wm A. Moyer.

Mrs. Munger, an Ellsworth resident for more than half a century, was born on a farm near Stockton, Minn. July 7, 1868.  Her maiden name was Emma Pugnam.  She spent her girlhood on the farm and received her education in the Winona, Minn. schools.  On August 29, 1888 she was married to Dr. D.C. Munger of Frontenac, Minn.  They resided at Maiden Rock for some years and then moved to Lewiston, Minn.  In 1909 they came to Ellsworth where Dr. Munger practiced medicine until his death October, 1942.  Since that time Mrs. Munger has continued to make this village her home.

Possessed of good health she was active about her home and neighborhood until only a few days before her passing.  Death was due to a heart ailment.  Surviving are two children, Rai P. Munger of Neillsville and Mrs. Alvin Arnold of Brainard, Minn.; four grandchildren and five great grandchildren.

Mrs. Munger was a friendly lady, a charming hostess and a person of great personality.  She was extremely interested in anything beneficial to her home town.  We of her neighborhood, who probably knew her best, will remember Mrs. Munger as the ideal and always welcome friend.

Betty Boyd-Acronico - Pierce County Herald

Dr. Deo Clifton Munger-Pierce County Herald October 29, 1942

D.C. Munger was born at Florence, Minn., Jan. 15, 1863.  He attended the common schools, graduating in 1883.  He married Emma Putnam at Stockton, Minn.  They went to Maiden Rock, Wis. where Dr. Munger practiced medicine until moving to Ellsworth ot engage in his profession in 1897.  They have made Ellsworth their home ever since.  Dr. Munger was a member of the Maiden Rock Masonic lodge and of the Ellsworth Lodge of Odd Fellows.  He took a great interest in lodge work.  Surviving besides his wife are two children, Rai P. Munger of Neillsville and Mrs. A.A. Arnold of Brainerd, Minn; four grandchildren and a sister, Mrs. Jennie Lovgren, Red Wing, Minn.  Funeral services took place at 2:30 Tuesday afternoon from the Presbyterian church with Rev. A.A. Ross officiating.  The son service was by V.R. Nelson, Chester Spangler and Theo A. Waller.  Mrs. Nelson was at the piano.  At the request of the Maiden Rock lodge, the Masonic lodge of Ellsworth conducted Masonic services for their brother.  The usual grave service was given by T.A. Waller.  Pallbearers were A.B. Lord, Herbert Shanks, H.G. Seyforth, Dr. A.R. Aanes, M.J. Quinn, and Kermit Larson.  Interment was at Maple Grove Cemetery.

Lisa Trembley - Detroit Record (MN)

The Detroit Record (Minn) 31 Jan 1902 obituary for Lars Olson

Upper Red Eye:  The funeral of Lars Olson, whose death was announced in last week's Record, was held at the home of Seth Hanson and was very largely attended.  An able sermon was delivered by Rev. Jensen.  Teh family and connections are well known and highly respected and the community at large sympathize with them in their loss.  mr. Olson was born at Julsud, Paris of Eidsvold, Norway, March 7, 1818.  he emigrated to America in the fall of 1868, settling at Belvidere, Goodhue Co., Minn., where he lived till the spring of '72, when he moved with his family to Hartland, Pierce County, Wis.  There he opened up a farm on which he lived until he moved to Spruce Grove, Becker County, Minn., in 1896.  He had been sick for two years and nearly helpleess most of the time with paralysis, but bore all patiently and welcomed the call to go home and be at rest.  He was a member of the Methodist church from youth and an exemplary christian.  he left us January 18, the end being a peaceful one.  His age was 83 years, 10 mos., and 11 days.  He leaves an aged wife of 78 years, three sons and four daughters 0 one son being dead 0 32 grand children, 22 great grand children and one adopted son, many of whom fathered around his cofin.  Had he lived till January 25, 1902 he would have celebrated the 60th anniversary of their wedding, as he was married Jan. 25. 1842.  His remains were taken to hartland, Wis., for burial accompanied by his wife and son, H.L. Larson, after which the widow will go to Aspland, Minn., to spend the rest of her days with her daughter, Mrs. Bohnus.