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FRED AND GERTRUDE DICKENSON, LAURA SHAFFER TRIPLE FUNERAL HELD SATURDAY FOR FIRE DEATHS A triple funeral for Mr. and Mrs. Fred Dickinson and the mother of Mr. Dickinson, Mrs. Laura Shaffer, who died in the fire of their farm home northeast of Edmore, was held from the Edmore Methodist church Saturday afternoon where hundreds of their neighbors and friends paid their last respects for the popular folks of Edmore. Mrs. Dickinson was employed as cook at Mart-View restaurant and had worked that day until 3 pm. Fred was 58, his wife Gertrude was 58, and Fred's mother was 79, and they were burned beyond recognition in the fire which destroyed their home, and Milo Jeppesen, Edmore fire marshall, estimated the loss at $5,000. According to Mrs. Margaret Finch, who lives across the road from the Dickinson farm home, the fire was noticed by her at about 10:30 pm and she called the fire department and they made a quick run to the farm, but it was a mass of flames when they arrived. Mrs. Finch furnished hot coffee for the firemen, who were on the job most of the night awaiting for the time they could recover the bodies. Mrs. Finch said she thought to find they might have gone to Edmore to the show but later she saw their car in the garage and knew they were trapped in the blazing home. Mrs. Finch was slightly delayed in reporting the fire to the Edmore Fire Department because her telephone is on the same line as the Dickinson's and the fire burned through the line at the Dickinson home. She contacted a neighbor who telephoned the alarm in to Edmore through another line. By the time the Edmore Fire department truck arrived the one story frame house was a mass of flames, whipped by a strong southwest wind, Jeppessen said. The fire victims apparently were suffocated by natural gas escaping from a defective gas stove, according to Dr. L. S. Lilly, coroner of Stanton . The coroner said the victims died before the escaping gas was ignited by an oil stove fire. Dr. Lilly reported the bodies were burned too completely to permit autopsies. Natural gas is piped into the Dickinson house from a well on the farm. Mrs. Dickinson a year ago was overcome by fumes due to a defective connection in the gas line, according to Sheriff Walter H. Arntz of Stanton. Dickinson was found lying on a sofa in the living room and his wife lying on a day bed in an adjoining sun room, as if they had been reading or resting when overcome. Mrs. Shaffer's body was found in the bathtub at the rear of the house, Jeppessen said. Dickinson was born on the farm and lived their all his life. He was a member of the Edmore Masonic lodge and Order of the Eastern Star. His wife who was born in Colorado, lived with him on the farm for the last 30 years. His mother who had lived with them for many years was a member of Rebekah lodge of Alma. Surviving are Mrs. Shaffer's daughter and Dickinson's sister Mrs. Edna Bradeen of Kalamazoo, Mrs. Dickinson's mother Mrs. Lucy Holly of Muskegon and three stepchildren of Mrs. Shaffer. Mrs. V. J. Slutes and Mrs. Harold Redman of Alma and Stanley Shaffer of Bay City. Songs were offered by Mrs. R. A. Potts and Miss Lyman(?) Johnson accompanied by Margharita Paxton at the piano. Pall bearers were Alfred Rasmussen, Vern Brooks, Holger Jorgenson, William Baumgardner, Marvin Deal, George Skinner, Russell Deja, Edward Jorgensen, Robert Crawford, Fred Gustavison, Dewey Keller, Neil Anderson. Submitted by epmagnan@uswest.net
JOHN D. THROOP NORTH FERRIS, 1898 Died, Sunday morning, Feb 13, Uncle John THROOP, aged 82 years, 4 months and 19 days. He was ill only about one week. Mr. THROOP came to Ferris about 27 years ago and settled on a new farm, which he cleared up and made of it a beautiful home, on which he resided at the time of his death. He was respected by all who knew him and leaves a large circle of friends to mourn his loss. Submitted by Ruth Wickham
FLOYD SPENCER WILSON Funeral Services for Floyd Spencer Wilson, Greenville Produce buyer who was killed Saturday morning near St. Joseph, MI will be held Wednesday at 2 pm at Brown Funeral Home. Mr. Wilson, age 66, and his wife Ella*, were driving south on US 12 when a tree fell on their car during a rain and wind storm. They were taken to St. Joseph Hospital where Mr. Wilson died. Mrs. Wilson was to have been brought home by ambulance today. Mr. Wilson was born July 17, 1889 in Stockwell, IN. He was a member of Greenville F & AM #96. Surviving besides his wife are two daughters, Mrs. Lila Voight and Miss Barbara Wilson of Bonfield, IL., and a step-daughter, Mrs. Agnes (Robert) Rivett, Greenville; three sons, Cecil (Kenneth), Jack (Lyall), and Earl Wilson of Grand Rapids and three step-sons, Harold, Richard and Clifford Afton, also of Grand Rapids. There are 17 grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Also surviving are two sisters, Mrs. Alice Obrecht of Kankakee, IL., and Mrs. Nellie Obrecht, Bonfield, IL., two brothers, Kenneth Wilson of Kankakee, and Vernon Wilson of LaCrosse, WI. Funeral services will be conducted by Dr. S.C. Parsons with graveside services by the Masonic Lodge. *Notes from submitter: Ella Kinney Afton Wilson was a second wife. First wife was Fern May Witzel born in Montcalm Co. and died in 1931. Floyd was a long time resident of Montcalm Co. probably since 1911. Floyd and Fern are buried in the Sherdian Cemetery in Bushnell Township. Submitted by Pat Scott
GEORGE R. HUMISTON One by one they pass away to the far beyond. One of our most respected and beloved citizens, George R. Humiston, passed away Sept. 17, 1910 He had been in poor health for several years but none of us thought the end was so near. George was born at Dansbury, Connecticut October 29, 1860. He came to Lakeview with his mother and only brother, Charles, October 29, 1877. He was married to Minnie C. Zimmerman December 15, 1880, to them was born two children, Lena Belle and Rollo William. His father died at Bridgeport, Connecticut at the age of 34 years, his mother died at Pony, Montana, March 5, 1899, and his brother Charles died at the same place December 17, 1908. He and Mr. Carlton have been partners in the dry goods business for the last 14 years and have been very successful in their business affairs. George was a man that everyone old and young respected. He was strictly honest and sincere in all his dealings---if he had any faults we fail to see them. Besides his family he leaves friends without numbers to mourn his departure. The family feels grateful to their many friends who so kindly lent a helping hand in its severe affliction. The funeral was held at the home Tuesday, Rev. A. Secord preaching the sermon. Interment was in the Lakeview cemetery. Card of Thanks - "We wish to extend our heart felt thanks to the many friends who so kindly assisted us during our great sorrow. Mrs. Geo. E. Humiston and family." Submitted by LaVonne Bennett
MARY GRIFFETH Pioneer Nurse dies at Gowen Home Today Mrs. Mary Griffeth Passes away after illness of few weeks (By Mrs. E.V. Larsen) Mrs. Mary Griffith, 72 years of age, passed away at the home of her son Leroy Griffith, two miles southwest of Gowen, this morning after an illness of about three or four weeks. Mrs. Griffith came with her parents from Denmark in 1861, when she was but seven years old. They settled on a farm a few miles north of Greenville where not a tree had been cut and the woods were mostly of pine. She was married when about seventeen years old to Orlando Harris and went to live at Watson’s Mill about six miles northwest of this city. A few years later her husband purchased a farm just over the Kent County line. He built a shanty and the family moved into it. Mrs. Harris took her two month old baby in her arms and went out into the woods to wait for trees to be cut. This pioneer always helped in the fields that were being cleared in the day time and at night did her housework. She did the cooking to keep her family eating and the necessary sewing and patching to keep her family clothed. A short time after the death of Mr. Harris she was married to James Griffith. The Greatest of her work has been the care of the sick. Years ago when it was not easy to get a doctor out and at night, people for miles around sent for Mrs. Griffith when they were ill. There was not a birth in the community that she did not attend and often when she was sent for by a neighbor to care for the sick or dying in their home, she left a small child with her husband at home. She is survived by four sons, Arthur Harris, Will Harris, Harry Harris, and Leroy Griffith. Funeral arrangements have not yet been completed. Mary was born 16 Dec 1853 in Denmark and died 11 Dec 1926 in Spencer Twp. Moncalm Co., MI; maiden name Anderson Submitted by Sherry Anne Crater
THERESSA A. SINCERE Mother, Daughter Killed in Accident Funeral services for Theressa A. Sincere, 20, and her three year old daughter Michele, will be held at 1 p.m. Monday at the Stebbins-Simpson Mortuary in Sheridan. Burial will be in Sheridan Cemetery. Mrs. Sincere, native of Ionia and a graduate of Chippewa Hills High School, and her daughter, both of 35 Stewart St., SW, were killed in an auto accident Wednesday night on US2 near Manistique. Survivors of Mrs. Sincere include her husband, Gerald; a son, Jason; her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Rolland Krouse of Reed City; a brother, Richard Krouse of Hastings; and a sister, Mrs. Keith (Pricilla) Geasler of Rockford. Back to Index.
EUGENE GILLEO EUGENE PIERSON GILLEO born 5-13-1850 - died 3-15-1930 Eugene Pierson GILLEO died at his late home on the west side of Carson City Saturday, March 15, at the age of 79 years. Mr. Gilleo has been in failing health for a number of years. However, he was only confined to his bed for about the last week and the end came through an enfeebled heart and exhaustion due to old age. Mr. Gilleo had been a resident here since retiring from the farm some 15 years ago. Mr. Gilleo was born in Cayuga county, New York State on May 13 and was a son of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Gilleo with whom he came to Michigan when a young boy. The family settled on a farm in Hillsdale county, and he grew up in that vicinity. On July 6, 1872, Mr. Gilleo was wedded to Martha Jane BALDWIN at Vickeryville. A short time after, the young couple purchased a 40-acre tract of land in Gratiot county which was at the time almost virgin wilderness. With their own hands they cleared the land and erected a log cabin which was their home for many years. With industry and thrift Mr. Gilleo accumulated other property and raised a family of 7 children, 3 of whom have passed into the great beyond. Those surviving beside the sorrowing wife are, Mrs. Georgia HERALD of Hubbardston, Mrs. Jessie CUSICK of Greenville, Mrs. Coral ACKLEY also of Greenville, and a son, Melvin GILLEO of Detroit. Two sons, Howard and Dudley, and a daughter, Mable, preceded the father in death. There are also 19 grandchildren left. Mr. Gilleo had a deep interest in music and owned several fine old violins that were his constant companions. He developed a taste for this art when only about 12 years old, but on account of a deep seated prejudice against "fiddles" in those days, when folks considered them instruments of the devil, he found it convenient to do his practicing in his father's barn. Later however, when it became apparent that this was one of his talents, he was privileged to take work under Professor YOUNK of Detroit. His love and passion for music enbraced a deep appreciation for the best and his library contains the finest compositions of the masters of classical violin music. There were few days within the past few weeks that Mr. Gilleo did not attempt to enjoy a few minutes with his beloved instruments, though the effect brought him nearly to the point of exhaustion. His funeral was held Tuesday afternoon at 2:30 from his late home with Rev. W.S. SHELLY, pastor of the Congregational church, officiating. Mrs. Wm. BARTHOLOMEW and H. J. GARLOCK sang 2 appropriate numbers. The following friends and neighbors acted as pall-bearers: George KING, Bradford THOMPSON, Frank FULTON and John REYNOLDS. Burial was in Carson City Cemetery. Submitted by Sharon Buckley
MARTHA JANE GILLEO MARTHA JANE (BALDWIN) GILLEO born March 1852 - died Aug 1937 Martha Jane GILLEO died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Ned HERALD of Hubbardston, August 4 1937, at the age of 85. She was in fairly good health until a few days before her death due to an enfeebled heart and old age. She was born in 1852 in Wayne county, town of Romulus, now in the city of Detroit. Two years later she moved with her parents, behind a yoke of oxen, to Bloomer township where they settled. She resided with them until her marriage to Eugene Pierson Gilleo at Vickeryville in the year 1872. They settled in Gratiot county on a farm which was then virgin wilderness. With their own hands they cleared the land and erected a log cabin which was their home for many years, later moving to Carson City where her husband preceeded her in death seven years ago. They raised a family of seven children, three of whom have passed into the great beyond. Those surviving are Mrs. Georgia HERALD of Hubbardston, Mrs. Jessie CUSICK and Mrs. Coral ACKLEY of Greenville, and Melvin GILLEO of Royal Oak. Also nineteen grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. She did much good work as a practical nurse for many years. The funeral was held Saturday afternoon, August 7th, at the Caswell funeral parlor in Carson City, Rev. B.A. HARTLEY officiating. Interment was made in the Carson City Cemetery. Submitted by Sharon Buckley
CYRUS W. CHURCHILL CIVIL WAR VETERAN PASSES Cyrus W. CHURCHILL was born at Evansville, N.Y. May 7, 1840 and departed this life at his home in Carson City November 7, 1927, at the age of 87 years and 6 months. Most of his life was spent at home. He enlisted the 17th day of April 1861 in company C of the 35th infantry and served until the 11th day of June 1863. He then enlisted again in company K of the 20th infantry and served until the 30th of July, 1865. After his return he was united in marriage to Rena ROBINSON, September 8, 1865 and to this union was born William C., Herbert M., Cyrena and Archibald. He came to Michigan in 1879 and settled at Mt. Pleasant, then he was reunited in marriage to Mrs. Sarah GARDNER July 3, 1888, and to this union were born three children, Beatrice, Clarence and Don who died in infancy. He leaves to mourn his death two daughters, Beatrice and Cyrena, two sons Clarence and Archibald, two step sons Harley and Lewis and eleven grandchildren and one great grandson. He was a stone mason by trade and left many endearing monuments to his craftsmanship in that line. His last work was beautifying the City Park which stands as a mark for his life work. He was one of the active members of C.J. Barrett Post, of the G.A.R. and served as its adjutant for many years. There are now only seven survivors of the old soldiers who once numbered over 100 on the roster of the Grand Army post. The funeral services were held at the home with Rev. C.W. SATTERLEE, pastor of the M.E. church officiating, and his remains laid to rest in the Carson City cemetery. (* submitter's note: birth place listed as Evansville, NY should actually be Evans Mill, NY ) Submitted by Sharon Buckley
JENNIE HEY Front page: "MRS. JENNIE (Kent) HEY DIES RITES SET FOR FRIDAY - Mrs. Jennie Hey, 63, a resident of Belvidere township for over 35 years, died at the Kelsey hospital here Tuesday. Funeral services will be held at the Six Lakes Congregational Church, with burial in Entrican.
Source: LAKEVIEW ENTERPRISE, MI, July 12, 1945 Front page: "OBITUARY - JENNIE HEY - Jennie Hey, daughter of Alfred and Albina Kent was born in Sparta Township, Kent County, December 24, 1882.
JOHN ARNOLD John Arnold was a farmer, 28 years old, when he enlisted from Lansing,
Michigan, as a private in Co. K, 7th Michgan Cavalry, 3rd Brig., 2nd
Divison, Sheridan's Cav Corp, Feb 14, 1862. He fought at Gettysburg,
Richmond, Kilpatrick's Raid and was wounded at Opequam, by his horse
falling on him, resulting in a permanent injury from which he finally
lost his leg by amputation, Dec 19, 1888. He was sent to the
convalescent hospital in Virginia, in June, and was discharged from
service, Aug 14, 1864. In the spring of 1863 he was transferred Co. G.,
7th Cavalry. A brother, Perry, went out in the First Michigan, V.I. and
living in 1894.
Submitted by Scott Ewbank
ALFRED HEY Entrican News - Alfred Hey was buried at the Entrican Cemetery Monday.
CARL HEY Carl Hey, son of Charles and Mary Hey, born in Douglass Township on June 10, 1886, he died April 9, 1911 at the Danforth Sanitarium in Stanton where he was operated on for appendicitis. He was 24 years, 9 months and 29 days of age.
Source: STANTON CLIPPER, MI, June 15, 1938 Otto Hey, 67, who had operated a farm near Entrican the past 40 years, was found dead in bed Wednesday by his wife Mina. The Coroner said death was due to a heart ailment from which he had been suffering for some time. Surviving besides the widow are a son, Otto, Jr., at home, a daughter, Mrs. Alex Casaborn of Flint, a brother Alfred of Six Lakes, and 2 sisters Mrs. minna Curtis of Mt. Pleasant and Mrs. Howard Zimmerman of Ionia. Service at 2:00 Friday at the residence. Submitted by LaVonne Bennett
Source: STANTON CLIPPER, MI, December 18, 1947 Mina M. Hey, widow of Otto Hey, died. They were married in Douglass Township in 1897, where Mrs. Hey resided for 65 years. Survivors are daughter, Ava Casaban of Detroit, Otto Hey of Entrican, 2 sisters Mrs. Maude Beemer and Mrs. (Madge) Jenks of Ionia, a brother Thomas of Grand Rapids. Mrs Hey was a member of the Entrican Methodist Church. Submitted by LaVonne Bennett
Source: GREENVILLE DAILY NEWS obituary, Friday, February 15, 1935 Mrs. Fred (Lillian M. Jenks) Harrington: "Mrs. Fred Harrington Dies Following Stroke; Mrs. Fred Harrington, aged 69, died today at noon at her home on State street after suffering a second stroke. She had been ill since a first stroke which occurred about a year ago. She had a resident of this city for forty years and had many friends here. Surviving her are her husband, 2 sons, Milton of Grand Rapids, and Horace of California, and two daughters, Mrs. Harry Couch of Detroit and Mrs. Eunice Merrien. Funeral arrangements have not yet been made." Submitted by LaVonne Bennett
Source: Stanton Weekly Clipper, December 24, 1909 Mrs. Horace (Melissa Jane Woodard) Jenks, pg 5 News Item---Westville: "Mr. and Mrs Fred Harrington and family of Greenville attended the funeral of her mother Saturday." Mrs. Jenks died at her home in Westville last Thursday night after an illness of about one week. The funeral was held at the Congregational Church Saturday afternoon, the pastor, Jerry Bennett officiating. The remains were taken to McBride Cemetery for the burial. Deceased leaves a husband, one son, one daughter and several grandchildren to mourn her." Submitted by LaVonne Bennett
Source: STANTON CLIPPER, May 19, 1939 "Ada Zimmerman Hansen was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Howard Zimmerman and was born February 18, 1896 in Ionia. She was married to Henry Hansen December 20, 1914. To this union fifteen children were born; one departed with her at birth May 14, 1939 at Edmore hospital. Funeral services were Tuesday from the McBride church. She leaves to mourn a husband, Henry, and fourteen children: Mrs. Dale Beardslee, Alvin, David, Esther, Betty, Ferdinand, Laurence, Martha, LeRoy, Sherman, Mary, Janice, Larry and Gordon Hansen, father and mother Mr. and Mrs. Howard Zimmerman, 3 sisters Mrs. Vern Smith, Mrs. Lawrence Witzel, Mrs. Derritt Hale, 2 brothers Earl and Howard, a granddaughter and a host of friends." Submitted by LaVonne Bennett
Source: STANTON CLIPPER-HEARLD, MI, June 27, 1913 "Dead Woods Corner - Grandpa Hey died at his house Wednesday night after an illness of several weeks. The funeral was held at the house Saturday afternoon. Burial took place in Entrican Cemetery, Reverend Bennett officiating. Entrican - Charles Hey, one of the old settlers of Douglass township, was buried in Hillside cemetery last Saturday. He was past 72 years and was a resident of Douglass township for over forty years. Rev. Jerry Bennett officiated." Submitted by LaVonne Bennett
Source: STANTON CLIPPER-HEARLD, MI, June 11, 1915 "Mary Wetter was born in Germany February 15, 1844 and died at her home in Douglass township June 3, 1915, aged 71 years, 3 months, 18 days. She came with her parents to the state of New York when 4 years old. She was united in marriage to Charles Hey in 1861. To this union 8 children were born. Three have preceded her to the better home. There remain to mourn: Mrs. Wina Curtiss of Winn, Osker Hey of Mt. Pleasant, Mrs. Lousia Zimmerman and Otto Hey of Douglass, and Alfred Hey of Belvedire. Mrs. Hey had been a resident of Douglass 42 years and has been a kind and loving mother and will be missed by her many friends here. Funeral services were held at her home June 5th at 2 p.m. by Rev. J. A. Bennett and she was laid to rest in Entrican cemetery." Submitted by LaVonne Bennett
Source: THE STANTON CLIPPER, 12-29-1930 "FUNERAL SERVICES HELD FOR A RETIRED FARMER; Funeral services were held on Wednesday afternoon from the McBride church at 2 o'clock for Ole Houghton, retired farmer of Westville who passed away very suddenly, Sunday. Services were held at the home at one o'clock. McBride Items: "This community was saddened on Monday to learn of the death of Olan J. Houghton, who passed away on Sunday afternoon. Mr. Hougton was a pioneer of Day township, having come here from New York when 15 years of age. The funeral was held at the McBride church, of which he was a member, Wednesday afternoon." Westville: "The many friends of O. J. Houghton were very sorry to hear of his death at his home here on Sunday p.m. The entire community extend sincere sympathy." Submitted by LaVonne Bennett
Source: THE STANTON CLIPPER, Friday, April 18, 1902 Page 4: "Our Neighbors", column 1, "Westville": "The home of O. J. Houghten has been overshadowed with grief by the death of his wife at 3 a.m. Monday, April 14, after an illness of nearly two weeks of bronchitis. Estella Houghten was born in North Plains, Ionia County, October 12, 1862 and was the eldest daughter of Horace and Melissa Jinks, who survive her. At 14 years of age she moved with her parents to this place, where she was held in the highest esteem by her neighbors and a large circle of friends. In 1882, she was united in marriage to O. J. Houghten and five children blessed their union, Grace, Blanche, Bessie, L. H. and Leonard. The husband will miss her as a kind and affectionate wife and mother. Besides husband and children, she leaves a father, mother, one sister and one brother. The whole community is in sympathy with the afflicted family. She gave her heart to God when she was young and united with the Wesleyan Methodist church. When the Congregational church was organized in the village she became a member. Although hindered by much sickness to the family which prevented her from being a regular attendant at church, her __?__ was ever on the side of right. Funeral services were held at the church last Tuesday, Rev. Whaley and Rev. Sharp officiating. They laid her at rest in the Palmer cemetery." Submitted by LaVonne Bennett
Source: Unknown, Probably Petoskey, Michigan Date of Print: 1906 AT REST. Mrs. Mary E. DittoTaken to Old Home for Burial. In the death of Mrs. Mary E. Ditto, which occurred just before we went to press last week, our city lost one of its best loved and most highly esteemed citizens, a woman whose life has been exemplary in every respect. For the past 20 years she has come and gone in our midst, doing the work of an earnest trusting Christian in quiet, unassuming way, caring not whether the world heard of her deeds, but thinking only of the friends she hoped to benefit. Her last sickness was very short. On Monday she was taken with an attack of pleurisy but was not immediately thought to be in a serious condition, but shortly after pneumonia set in and developed so rapidly that hope of her recovery was given up. Realizing that her last hours were near, she many times expressed pleasure at her nearness to the heavenly kingdom and repeated passages of Scripture full of the glorious promises that had sustained and comforted her all through life, before losing consciousness. Mary E. Ditto was born in Geauga county, Ohio, June 12, 1835. She was married, Dec. 25, 1856, to Joseph Ditto who passed away 14 years ago. To them three children were born, Frank S. Ditto, Earnest H. Ditto and Chas. J. Ditto, all of whom survive her. At the earl age of 12 years, she united with the Methodist church of which she was one of its most conscientious members throughout her life. After a short service at her late home, Thursday morning, the remains were taken to her former home for burial beside her husband, accompanied by Mr. and Mrs. Charles Ditto. Additional Notes: Mary Etta (Stearns) Ditto was born June 12, 1835 in Phelps, Ontario County, New York to Lawson and Emily (Ferris) Stearns. At some point, probably with her family moved to Newbury, Geauga County, Ohio where she married and raised her children. She passed away in 1906 probably in Petoskey, Michigan, where her husband built there home, but was buried in Ferris Center Cemetery, Ferris Township, Montcalm County, Michigan, next to her husband. Submitted by Crystal Boggs
Source: THE LOWELL LEDGER and ALTO SOLO, (MI),Thursday, June 23, 1932 Front page: "Dr. C. C. Sayles, 93, Laid to Rest Here - Dr. Cyrenus C. Sayles, son of Mr. and Mrs. Chapin Sayles, who were among the earliest pioneers of this vicinity, died last Saturday at his home in Langston, Montcalm county, at the age of 93 years. Funeral services were held here Tuesday afternoon at Yeiter's chapel, conducted by a Belding minister. Interment in Oakwood cemetery. A detail from Lowell American Legion Post conducted military services at the grave. Dr. Sayles was born in Ontario, Can., in 1839, and came here with his parents when about 7 years old. He was one of a family of 15 children and lived here until the breaking out of the Civil War, when he enlisted for three years, at the end of which time he re-enlisted and served to the close of the war. For the past 54 years he has practiced medicine in Montcalm county. Surviving are the widow, a son, Roy Sayles, a daughter, Mrs. Wm. Force of near Lakeview, three brothers, Merrit Sayles of Lowell, Clarence M. Sayles of Fremont, Frank Sayles of Hastings, and two sisters, Mrs. Lena Snethen of Granite Falls, Wash., and Mrs. Bertha White of Lowell." Source: LAKEVIEW (MI) ENTERPRISE, Thursday, June 30, 1932 "Card of Thanks - We acknowledge with sincere appreciation the kindness and sympathy shown us by friends and neighbors of Pleasant Hill and Cannonsville during our recent bereavement, the W. R. C. for the flags, and especially Drs. Kelsey, Horne and Swift, and N. H. Youngman & Sons. Mrs. C. C. Sayles, Mr. and Mrs. Will Force, Roy Sayles." Submitted by LaVonne Bennett
SAYLES, Emma (Mrs. Roy) (Petersen) Source: GREENVILLE INDEPENDENT (MI), April 26, 1922 "Pleasant Hill - A number attended the funeral of Mrs. Roy Sayles at Langston Sunday afternoon." Source: LAKEVIEW (MI) ENTERPRISE, Thursday, April 27, 1922 Front Page: "LANGSTON - The funeral of Mrs. Emma Sayles was held here Sunday at the Church of Christ. Mrs. Sayles has lived in this vicinity for many years previous to August 1921 when the family moved to Greenville, where she spent the last days of her life." Submitted by LaVonne Bennett
SAYLES, Maggie (Magdelena) (Mrs. Cyrenus)(Moye) Source: LOWELL LEDGER, (MI), Wednesday, December 11, 1889 "Died. Margaret, wife of Dr. C. C. Sayles, of Langston, at her late residence, Monday the 9th. The remains will be brought to Lowell, and the funeral will be held from the M. E. Church in this place Thursday, at (?) p.m. Mrs. Sayles maiden name was Margaret Moyer, she leaves a large circle of relatives in this vicinity to mourn her loss." Source: GREENVILLE (MI) INDEPENDENT, Thursday, December 12, 1889 p 5: "Mrs. Maggie J. Sayles, wife of Dr. C. C. Sayles, died at her home in Langston on Monday of inflammation of the bowels, after an illness beginning the Wednesday preceding. She was aged 42 years. The funeral will be at her late residence to-day, after which the body will be taken for interment at Lowell." Submitted by LaVonne Bennett
Source: Lakeview Enterprise, Thursday, March 20, 1947 Front Page: "Will Force Is Buried Tues. LANGSTON - William Force, age 72, life-long resident of Langston passed away at his home early Sunday morning following a cerebral hemorrhage. He was born at Langston in 1874. In 1896 he married Mabel Sayles and they have made their home two-miles north of Langston since that time. Those that mourn their loss besides his widow, are one daughter, Mrs. John Kortes, of Portland, two grandsons, one grand-daughter, one great-grandson and several nieces and nephews also a niece, Mrs. Evin Ball, who has always made her home with them. Funeral arrangements were completed by the Youngman Brothers of Lakeview. Funeral services were held at the residence Tuesday at two o'clock. Burial was at the Langston cemetery."
LANGSTON ITEMS - Funeral services were held Tuesday for Will Force who died Sunday a.m. at his farm home north of Langston. Burial was in the Langston cemetery.
p 4: "WILLIAM FORCE, 72, lifelong resident of Langston and prominent in this area, died early Sunday morning at his home two miles north of Langston. He was born in Langston in 1874. In 1896 he married Mabel Sayles. Surviving, besides his widow are a daughter, Mrs. John Kortes of Portland who is in a hospital in Texas with an injury sustained while vacationing in Mexico; three grandchildren and one great-grandson, and several nieces and nephews. One niece, Mrs. Elvin Ball, lives at the Force home. Funeral services were held at 2 p.m. Tuesday at the home. Burial was in Langston cemetery." Submitted by LaVonne Bennett
Source: Stanton Herald Clipper, May 11, 1900 Our Neighbors, Langston: Edward Ward, of this place, died April 25, 1900, at 5:30am. He was born in Perth, Ontario, November 17, 1826, came to Langston in 1873. Funeral service was held at the Catholic Church in Maple Valley and interment in the Roman Catholic Cemetery there. The Rev. Father Whalen, of Carson City, sang the requiem for the dead. He leaves one son and three daughters, Phonie Ward of Langston, Mrs. F.E. Moffatt of Stanton, Mrs. John Klees and Mrs. E.O. Bellows of Ferris, to mourn his loss. Note from submitter: Several items in the account are inaccurate - the date of birth, which was actually 1825, and Mrs. Bellows was Mary Alice Peel, Edward's wife Mary's daughter by a previous marriage to John Peel in Canada. I have more information and would appreciate any contact from other descendants! Submitted by Jim Ward
Source: Not provided Fall From Hayload Is Fatal To Farmer Greenville, July 14.- Solomon Ross Barber, 62, died in United Memorial hospital in Greenville from injuries suffered when he fell from a load of hay. on his farm, southwest of Greenville. He suffered a concussion of the brain, skull fractures, broken shoulder and other injuries. Mr. Barber was born in Peoria, Ill., but had resided in this community since 1921, when the family moved here from Fife Lake. He is survived by the widow, Mary A. Barber; seven children, mrs. William Byers of Greenville, Francis Barber of Grand Rapids, Bernard of Millington,, Floyd, Lawrence and Jesse at home, and Erma Barber of Grand Rapids; two brothers, Athel and Henry of Newberry, and two sisters, Mrs. William Krous of Boyerston, Ill., and Mrs. E. Quigley of Waukegan. He was a member of St. Charles Catholic church and funeral services will be held there Monday morning, with interment in St. Charles cemetery. Submitted by LB3434@aol.com
Source: THE CARSON CITY GAZETTE, MI, Thursday, December 16, 1965 Earl Zimmerman Passes Saturday - Earl Zimmerman, 60, of Lebanon township, Clinton County, passed away Saturday afternoon, December 11, at the Carson City hospital where he had been confined for the past 18 days. He had been in ill health for eight months. He was an employee of the Farm Bureau Services at Lansing. Mr. Zimmerman was born June 13, 1905 at Ionia. On December 30, 1923, he married Nellie Hockstra at Stanton. They had lived at their farm home four and a half miles south of Carson City since 1935. Besides his widow, he is survived by a daughter, Mrs. Grace Clark of Lansing; four sons, Robert of Sheridan, Austin of Tekonsha, James and Larry at home; six grandchildren, two sisters, Mrs. Laurence Witzel of Ionia and Mrs. Mary Hale of Detroit, and a brother, Howard, of Albuquerque, N.M. Funeral services were held Tuesday afternoon, December 14, at 2:00 from the Burns Funeral Home, with Rev. Albert Rill, pastor of the Hubbardston Methodist church, officiating. Interment was in the Carson City cemetery.
Deaths - EARL ZIMMERMAN - Funeral service for Earl Zimmerman, 60, former resident of Ionia who died Saturday at Carson City hospital following a long illness, was Tuesday at Carson City. The Rev. Albert Rill officiated and burial was at Carson City cemetery. Bearers were Roy Sandborn, Evart LaBarr, Harold Proctor, Claude Witter, Carleton Wilson and Floyd Beechler. He is survived by his wife, Nellie; a daughter, Mrs Grace Ann Clark of Lansing; four sons, Robert Zimmerman of Sheridan, Austin of Tekonsha, James of Lansing and Larry at home; also a brother in Albuquerque, N.M.; and two sisters, Mrs Mary Hale of Detroit and Mrs Lawrence Witzel of Ionia. Submitted by Jim Zimmerman
Source: Book of Michigan Civil War Veteran Bio's Samuel Gilmore was a farmer in Montcalm Co., Mich., where he had been settled since October, 1854, and was 36 years old when he enlisted from Grand Rapids, Sep. 23, 1861, as a private in Co. H, 8th Mich. V.I. He was promoted to corporal and transferred Oct 24, 1862, near Petersburg, VA, to Co. B, 1st U.S. Eng., and was honorably discharged at the same place Sep 23, 1864. He fought at Fredericksburg, Antietam, Chantilly and 2nd Bull Run. A brother, Henry, served in a Michigan regiment and a brother of his wife, Richard Johnson, went out in a Wisconsin command. Comrade Gilmore was born January 31, 1825, at Portage, Ohio, the son of Joseph and Rhoda(Fox) Gilmore, both deceased. He married Sep 28, 1845, in Erie Co, PA, Sarah Johnson, born June 17, 1830, at Martinsburg, N.Y., the daughter of Lyman and Elizabeth (Cramer) Johnson, both deceased. They have had these children: Mary J. (dec.), Lucy A, Eliza A and Albert (twins), the latter deceased, Horace M, Joseph A, Sally A, Lafayette, Charles, Doyle, Justin, Willie A, and George. Comrade Gilmore is now a farmer and belongs to William A Kent Post, has a pension, and may be addressed at Millers, Mich. Submitted by Kathleen Shroyer
ELI R. ROGERS Eli R. Rogers Dies Friday Aged Civil War Veteran Answers Last Roll Call - Old Pioneer Eli R. Rogers passed away at the home of his daughter, Mrs. C. M. Grow, last Friday, following an illness of two years. The past few years had been spent in Alma where he had resided with his daughter, and during that time he had made many warm friends. The funeral services were held at the home, Sunday, Rev. Ault, pastor of the Church of Christ, officiating. The remains were then taken to Greenville, where interment was made in Forest Home cemetery. Eli R. Rogers was born December 1, 1839, in the town of Galen, Wayne county, NY, and died January 12, 1917, at the age of 77 years, one month and 11 days. He spent the early part of his life in the town where he was born. At the age of 22 years he enlisted in the Civil War, in Company D, 8th NY Calvary and served three years. In 1866 he was married to Mary Macomber. He is survived by one sister, Eliza S. Deuel of Winter Haven, Florida, and two brothers, James B. of Omaha, Nebraska, Jacob L., of Greenville, also two daughers, Mrs. F. B. Serven, of Border City, New York, and Mrs. C. M. Grow, of this city. Submitted by Ron Simmons
From Howard City Record, January 1935 Mrs EA Scott passes at 65. Mrs Emma A Scott, aged 65, widow of Alfred W. Scott, one of Reynolds township earliest pioneers passed away Thursday afternoon at the home of her son Lowell, 2263 Wyoming Ave, Wyoming Park. Surviving are five sons, three daughters, numerous grandchildren and a sister Mrs EB Morgan of Saginaw. Prayer was offered at the on Wyoming Ave at 12oclock Saturday. Funeral services were held at 2pm at the Methodist Episcopal Church at Howard City, in charge of Revs. Price and Prosser. Mrs Scott was a practical nurse. She was highly esteemed by a wide circle of friends, she was a good mother, a kind neighbor and a loyal friend.Emma Ann Mason was born in Huron County Ontario Canada to John Mason and Sara Witmer Mason. She came to Michigan at the age of nine years and was united in marriage to Alfred W. Scott March 9th 1869. To this union were born eight children, six sons, William of Warren Oregon, Orin of Howard City, Harry and Lowell of Wyoming Park MI Lee, who passed away in 1916 and John who died in infancy. Two daughters, Mrs Edith Gallegar of Stanton MI and Mrs Kate Engebretsen of Howard City. She is also survivied by two step-children, Mrs Lavina Burlingham of Caledonia MI and Mate of Hecla SD, 23 grandchildren and a sister Mrs EB Morgan of Saginaw. She departed from this life on January 3, 1935 at the age of 65 years, four months and 21 days. Submitted by June Barber
From Banner News, Belding, MI, Thursday, June 19, 1947 BROUGHT HERE FOR BURIAL The remains of Albert E. Gardner, aged 74 years and for many years a resident of this city, where he was employed in the old Belding-Hall Co. factory A, were brought to this city following his death in the state hospital at Traverse City earlier that day, on Thursday, by Arthur Fitzjohn, funeral director of this city. Mr. Gardner lived for many years in this city but about 12 years ago he took up his residence at Edmore and in January of this year he was removed to Traverse City for treatment. Surviving are three sons, Ross Gardner of California, David in the army and Alvah of Whiting, Ind., and two daughters, Mrs John Smith of Greenville and Mrs Russell Herron of Detroit. Funeral services were held at the Fitzjohn Funeral Home Monday afternoon with Rev. Wilbur Kirby of the Church of God officiating and burial was in River Ridge cemetery by the side of his wife, who passed away here 25 years ago. Pallbearers were Frank Antcliff, Fred Schultz, Frank Barnes, Leo Shindorf, Milan Rowe and Ed. Crevier. Researching the following surnames: Brockmiller, Campbell, David, Davis, Davenport, Greenhoe, Graham, Hinch, Holton, Jackson, Koutz, Loveland, Lubitz, Meier, Meyers, Oaks, Root, Sayer, Sedore, Sheren, Sleeper, Whitehead Submitted by Jan Sedore
From Greenville Independent Daily News, Monday, February 22, 1926 CHARLES W. MIDDLETON PASSES AWAY AT HIS HOME HERE AFTER ILLNESS OF 2 YEARS DURATION - Well-Known and Widely Traveled Local Man; Pioneer in Timber Business, Succumbs - Was First User of Telephone in Greenville. Charles W. Middleton passed away at his home on North Lafayette street at 5 o'clock Sunday evening, following an illness of 2 years. Mr. Middleton was in his 71st year. He was born in Lockport, New York, March 18, 1854. His parents, Mr. and Mrs. Edward Middleton, came from England in 1850. When 2 years old he moved with his parents to Putnamville, Ontario, where they remained 2 years before coming to Greenville, making the trip with 1 horse and a covered wagon. His father purchased half the water power of Flat River and the Greenville Mill - at that time the only flour mill here - and lived on the north side of the river, with the Indians for his neighbors. In 1865 they moved to Flint, purchased the mill there, but soon sold it and returned to Greenville. He attended the public school and the Detroit Business college, after which he accepted a position in the First National Bank. He held this position for several years, after which he associated with his father in the flour and grist mills under the name of E. Middleton and Sons and continued the same until 1908, when the mills and power rights were disposed of to R.J. Tower, of this city. In 1893 they established the E. Middleton and Sons bank, which was successfully operated for a number of years. Altho retired from active business for several years he still held considerable interest in the West, purchased the first tract of timber in 1886. In 1898, they purchased the saw mill property and organized the Anderson-Middleton Lumber Company, of Aberdeen, WA, the Southern Humboldt Lumber Company, of California, and the Anderson-Middleton Timber Company, of WA. Although never seeking public office, he served on the school board for 12 years and gave liberally towards the building of the gymnasium and to other worthy causes. For a number of years he was director of the Grand Trunk railroad, taking his father's place and through whose efforts the railroad was made possible and the town of Middleton was named after him. They brought the first telephone to Greenville, purchased one in New York and installed it between their mill office and the depot.For many years he has been a member of the Congregational church and served on the board of trustees. For a long time he was librarian of the Sunday school. He was also a charter member of LeRoy Lodge #9, Knights of Pythias; Greenville Lodge #97, F and AM, Greenville Chapter #79, R.A.M., Ionia Comandry #11, Knights Templar, DeWitt Clinton consistory, A.A.S.R., Saladin Temple, A.A.O.N.M.S. of Grand Rapids, the Washington Club, and Pioneer Society. In 1911 he went to Wright Brothers Plant in Dayton, OH, and was one of the first passengers in a aeroplane. He traveled extensively, going to Europe, Alaska, Honolulu and visited every corner of the US and Canada, and always enjoyed telling of his trips. He was a man of high ideals and lovable nature, always jolly and loved most of all his home; always generous to give for the betterment of Greenville. On 16 Aug 1876, he was married to Martha Norton, also of Greenville, and to this union seven children were born, four of who survive. Besides his wife, Martha Middleton, he leaves to mourn his death, four daughters, Mrs. F.E. Winters, Mrs. H.L. Chittick, of this city, Mrs. R.W. Thompson of Bay City, and Mrs. C.J. Slater, of Flint, seven grandchildren, a brother, A.W. Middleton of Aberdeen, WA, and several nephews and nieces. Funeral services are to held at 2:30 Wednesday afternoon at the home, Rev. Parsons officiating. Burial in Forest Home cemetery.
From Greenville Independent, Wednesday, Feb. 6, 1907 Deaths - Mrs. Samuel Gilmore of south Greenville on Saturday morning, aged 77. Mr. Gilmore is 82 years. They formerly lived in Fairplains, pioneers fifty years ago. The children, all grown up, are six sons and two daughters. In the Feb. 13, 1907, Greenville Independent: Sarah Johnson was born June 17, 1830 at Martinsburg, Jefferson Co., NY and died at Greenville, Mich., Feb. 2, 1907. She was married to Samuel Gilmore Sep. 20, 1845. She was the mother of 13 children, 8 of whom survive her, 6 sons and 2 daughters. She was of a cheerful disposition, always making the best of everything, a true, faithful wife and a loving mother. The night was never so dark or the road too long to deter her from going to her children if they were sick or in trouble. She was a great sufferer for a number of years but she bore it all patiently without a murmur. Besides her husband and children, she leaves 2 sisters and a host of friends to mourn the loss of a faithful friend. Funeral services were held from the Fairplains church Feb. 5, 1907. The floral tributes were appropriate in design and beautifully arranged and everything connected with the funeral bespoken the high respect felt for the deceased by the people among whom she had so long lived. Though dead, she speaketh." Submitted by Kathleen Shroyer, GGGGranddaughter of Sarah/Samuel Gilmore
Obituary notice for Charles W. Rockwell kept in Family Bible Charles W. Rockwell was born in Keene, Crawford Co., Pa., Nov. 11, 1810 and died Feb. 17th, 1899 in his 89th year. Mr. Rockwell was married in 1935 to Lovina McClellan and to them four sons and one daughter were born. July 8, 1849 his wife died in the 33rd year of her age. November 17, 1849 he married Almeda Millard, who still survives him. There were 3 sons and one daughter from this union, of whom only three survive him. Mary, his first wife's daughter and Elvira and Eli, children of the second wife. Mr. Rockwell came to Montcalm County in 1858 and settled on section 29, Crystal Township where he resided until his death. He will be sadly missed not only by his family, but also by his neighbors and a host of friends in Crystal and adjoining counties. He was upright in all his dealings, and very careful to keep everything in its place, and of doing everything at the right time. He was kind and affectionate to his family, a good neighbor and respected by all who knew him. Submitted by Rosalind Salbenblatt
Howard City Record Tuesday May 5, 1927 Alfred W. Scott passes away. Lived in Reynolds township. Highly Esteemed. Alfred W. Scott aged 79, passed away at the home of his daughter, Mrs. J. L. Burlingham, 63 Corrine ST Grand Rapids, Friday April 29th. He is survived by his widow, five sons Mate, William, Olin, (should be Orin) of Hecla South Dakota, Harry and Lowell of Grand Rapids, three daughters, Mrs Burlingham of Grand Rapids, Mrs Fred Gallegar and Mrs Chas Engebretsen of Howard City, 29 grandchildren and ten great grandchildren. The body was brought to Howard City where services were held at the M.E. church, Tuesay at 1p.m. Mr Scott until his recent illness had been working in a Grand Rapids factory. Mr. Scott was one of the very first setttlers in Reynolds township and spent most of his life here. He was highly respected by all who knew him, was a kind husband and considerate father. Mr. Scott, before moving here serveral years ago was a practical farmer. See Emma A. Scott. Submitted by June Barber
Howard City Record, March 27, 1930, front page Mott H. Bloom, Gallant War Veteran, Dies. Served with distinction throughout two enlistments in Civil War. Mott H. Bloom, 93 years of age, and a valiant Civil War veteran, died at his home on Orton Street in Howard City, Sunday evening at 9 o'clock after ten days illness from pneumonia and other complications. Mr. Bloom was down on business Tuesday of last week, and suffered a relapse after that. He is survived by two daughters, Mrs. Marcia Clark, who has cared for him for several years, and another daughter, Jessie, of Grand Rapids, besides several grandchildren, nieces and nephews. The funeral was held Wednesday morning at 11 o'clock from the Bloom home, Rev. L.E. Price officiating. Mr. Bloom was a very old and constant resident here. His father lived here before him. Before coming to Howard City to make his residence, Mott Bloom resided on a farm near Pennfield, Calhoun County, and in the village of Nashville, Barry County. He was a loyal friend to hundreds of people, possessed a strong personality, and will be greatly missed by a host of friends. He was a member of the Grand Rapids Herald nonogenarian club, and thru valiant service in the Civil War had a war record possessed by few men. He was a fighter when a young fellow and never lost his "never say die" spirit even to the last. Mott H. Bloom was born at Battle Creek, Michigan March 02, 1837. He enlisted at Battle Creek in 1861 and was assigned to duty in the 2nd Missouri Vol. Cavalry, Army of the Arkansas. He took part in 27 different battles during the war. After spending four months in the hospital at St. Louis, Missouri, and Columbus, Ohio, he was honorably discharged at Nashville, Tenn. on Sept.19, 1865. Submitted by Vickie Scott
Oliver Miles was born in Otsego County, N.Y. April 1, 1830. He resided in the East until the early sixties when he came to Michigan and took up a homestead in Winfield township, upon which he resided until he enlisted in the Civil War, Company F, Twenty-first Infantry February 29, 1864. He served at Chattanooga, and was mustered out at Louisville, KY., July 18, 1865. Upon returning to this vicinity he was married to Mrs. Adriana Miller of Greenville, November 13, 1865. They came to Maple Valley and took up homestead the place now owned by F. Behnke. To this union six children were born, Mrs. William Hill, Mr. John Miles, Howard City; Mrs. J. B. Andrews, Mrs. W. L. Morris, Coral; Mrs. Clarence McDowell, Grand Ledge, Mich., Mrs. W. G. Hubbard (now deceased). Mr. Miles united with the Congregational church in 1879 and was a consistent member to the end of his career. Submitted by Betty MacDowell
Oliver Miles, aged 88, a pioneer farmer who settled in Maple Valley township in 1860 died at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Wm. Hill, in Winfield last Friday morning. Funeral services were held at the Coral Congregational church Sunday morning, attended by a large concourse of sorrowing relatives and friends. He is survived by one son, John O. Miles; and three daughters, Mrs. W. L. Morris, Mrs. J. B. Andrews, and Mrs. Wm. Hill. Submitted by Betty MacDowell
Greenville Independant April 9, 1891 Sylvester Mabie of Bushnell died at his home Sunday Evening at 9 o'clock of cancer of the stomach. Submitted by Cindy Bryant
Montcalm Co: April 1, 1909, Stanton Old resident dead. William H. Stevens, a pioneer resident of this city, passed away last Evening at 9:30 o'clock at his home in the Stevens block at the advance age of 85 years, 5 months, and 14 days. Mr. Stevens was taken to his bed on Feb. 21, and had been confines to his home for the past three months. Deceased was born in the state of Connecticut on October 18, 1823, and came to Michigan with his parents when but a small boy, locating near Salem, Washtenaw county. He afterwards removed Bushnell township in this county and in 1868 or 1869 located in this city. In many respects Mr. Stevens was a very peculiar man although he had some extra good qualities. He was a hard worker and had succeeded in amassing considerable property, although he had spent a snug fortune in the courts. Deceased leaves an aged widow, a sister, Mrs. L.A. Mabie of Bushnell, and other relatives in that vacinity to mourn. The funeral services will be held at his late home tomorrow morning at 8:30 o'clock and internment will take place in Bushnell cemetery beside the remains of his first wife. Submitted by Cindy Bryant
Montcalm Co: Stanton Clipper - June 28, 1889 Mrs. Zella Supp, wife of Albert Supp, a daughter of Sylvester Mabie, of Bushnell, after giving birth to a nice baby boy, died on Saturday evening, June 15. Funeral services were held on Monday afternoon at her father's home; Rev. Claflin, of Sheridan, delivered the sermon. Her remains were interred in the Bushnell cemetery. Zella was nearly 24 years old. She had a wide circle of friends. To make her acquaintance was to learn to love her. She was married to Albert about 10 months ago. Their few days together were days of happiness. Her husband deeply mourns the loss of his companion and loved one, as do all her relatives and acquaintances, and in this their bereavement (especially Albert and this little child) they have the heartfelt sympathies of their host of friends. Submitted by Cindy Bryant
Grand Rapids Press, 8-6-1936 Found in Grand Rapids' Muriel Link Obituary Files Andrew Jackson Oyler, 84, died at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Bert LaDue of Ionia. Funeral at the Myers funeral home Thursday afternoon. Burial in Carson City cemetery. He was born in Dowagiac and in 1878 married Anna Gibson. Surviving are the daughter and four sons, W. D. Oyler and Ray of Carson City, Harry of Ionia and Arzo of Cadillac. Submitted by: Sonya Otteson
Funeral of Dr. Hollywood in Palo. Palo, Dec. 19 - The funeral services of Dr. Thomas L. Hollywood were held in the M. E. church on Monday at 2 o'clock p.m. Services by Rev. John Dobson, and remarks by Rev. O. J. Golden of Belding and also by Dr. J. I. Buell of Ionia. Internment previous to the serviced at the church. Thomas L. Hollywood was born at
Baleam, Ont., Dec. 17, 1826, and died Dec., 15, 1894 lacking two
days of being 68 years of age. He spent his childhood and youth
in the land of his birth. When about 22 years of age he was
married to Miss Lucinda J. Coon and soon marriage they came to
Michigan and lived about 12 years in Port Huron and vicinity.
About 1861 they came to Muir and about five years later to Palo.
With the exception of three years in Nebraska, and five years at
Mt. Pleasant of this state, the last 28 years have been spent in
this community. Their children were four. Their first born a
daughter was taken from them by death Dec. 15, 1864. 19 years
later their youngest son who was their only son died Oct. 15,
1883. Mrs. Hollywood who had fought life's battles by the side of
her husband for 44 years was called to her reward Dec. 4, 1892.
Our now deceased brother spent most of the active years of life
in medical profession. He was a loving husband and father and was
fond of his home and found pleasure in spending his leisure hours
with his family. He has been a member of the M. E. church in Palo
for over twenty years but for the past few years he has not been
able to enjoy the public services with the people of God on
account of partial deafness. Two daughters Mrs. Thomas Wilkinson
and Mrs. Ira S. Jeffers and a grand-daughter are left to mourn
the loss of a loving father and grandfather.
Ann Arbor News, September 25, 1908 A LINGERING ILLNESS - Resulted in the Death of Mrs. Louie Hardy, Friday. Mrs. Louie Hardy, wife of Ray Hardy, of 558 South Fifth Avenue died Thursday afternoon at her home after a lingering illness. She was 22 years of age and leaves a husband and two sons. Short services will be held Saturday morning at 8 o'clock from the residence, R.A. Nicklas officiating. The remains wil be taken on the 9 o'clock train over the Ann Arbor railroad, to Edmore for burial. Notes. Submitted by: Susan Hartt
Frances Harrigan, daughter of Patrick and Marion O'Grady, was born at Simcoe, Ontario, August 29,1856 and passed away at her home in Fairplains township August 30, 1937 at the age of 81 years and one day. At the age of 5 years she moved with her parents to Ionia. In February 1880 she was united in marriage to Imothy Harrigan and immediately moved to her home near Sheridan, in Fairplains township where she has made her home for 57 years. To this union were born two daughters, who surive her: Mrs. Maggie Wright of Palo and Mrs. Mamyme Robinson of Scottville. She is also survived by a nephew Daniel O'Donnell, whom she has taken care of since he was 7 years old and 11 grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren, other relatives and many friends. She was a wonderful neighbor and will be greatly missed by her neighborhood friends. Funeral services were held Thursday morning, September 2nd at the St. Charles church at Greenville, Michigan conducted by Rt. Rev. Schrems. Interment at Greenville. Queries about Frances can be directed to Vickie Cox.
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