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Very kindly transcribed AND submitted by: Pamela Molloy  (These obituaries include Linn, Macon, and other areas.  The individuals either lived, or died in Linn. Co., Mo.   kk)

 

(updated: Saturday, August 06, 2011)

 

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JACKSON, Beulah A.

 

Obituary

 

Beulah A. Jackson, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Lin Jackson died Feb., 15th 1913, at 1:45 p. m. of blood poisoning, after a weeks illness, at the early age of 9 yrs. 10 mo 4 days.  The funeral was held at Pleasant Grove on Sunday, Feb. 16th.  Ed Herriman the Bucklin undertake being in charge.

The service was conducted by Rev. Skinner, pastor of the Union chapel church.  The pall bearers all being her school mates were namely:  Misses Edna Nickerson, Lois Cordray, Verda Baugher, Golda Character, Ruby Bailey and Ora Baugher.  The body was laid to rest in the Pleasant Grove cemetery.  She leaves to mourn beside her father and mother, three sisters, Mr. Flossie Davis, Deara and Naomi Jackson and four brothers, Floyd, Willie, Theodore and Harold Jackson.  The bereaved family have the sincere sympathy of the entire community.

We saw our darling Beulah

Laid in the cold damp earth,

It filled our hearts with sorrow

And chilled all thought of mirth.

But she has gone to heaven

And is an angel there;

The fairest of all darlings

In that world so fair.

 

We know that she is waiting,

Now at the golden gate,

To meet with those that loved her

In that world of joy so great.

Weep not for me my parents dear

I have gone to rest you need not fear,

My stay was short as now you see

Therefore prepare to follow me.

                         A Friend

 

The Bucklin Herald                    February 28, 1913

 

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JENKINS, Hiram

 

Passing of a Pioneer

Hiram Jenkins who died in Browning last week was born in Marion, Marion county, Ohio, on October 2, 1827; died July 21, 1903.  Deceased moved to Missouri in 1838 and has resided in Benton township, Linn county, Mo., until his death.  Deceased was married February 20, 1859, to Miss Calista Chenoweth, of which union nine children were born, three of whom died in infancy.  Two brothers and one sister still survive.  Deceased was a brother of A. R. Jenkins of this city.

 

The Bucklin Herald                    July 31, 1903

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JENKINS, Susan Elizabeth (nee Wisenand)

Obituary

Susan Elizabeth Whisenand was born in Macon Co., Mo., July 10, 1848 and departed this life March 4, 1923, being thus 74 years, 7 months and 21 days.

She was united in marriage with Austin R. Jenkins, native of Ohio, Jan 20, 1867 at Bucklin, Mo.  Mr. Jenkins passed away 15 years ago.  Two boys were born into this home.  One died in infancy, the other, Harry Elmo, lived to manhood, but departed life in 1906 leaving his wife, Mary Jenkins and a son, Earl, who have been thro these years the loving and kindly companion of Grandma Jenkins.    These two, with a sister of Callao, Mo., are the immediate relatives and there are many friends.

Grandma Jenkins, as a familiarly called, lived practically all her life in Bucklin community.  She was a member of the Methodist church since childhood.  A member of the Eastern Star lodge and interested and loyal to the community’s best welfare.

For many years she was unable to mingle with others in social life of the community, but to those who had the joy of an hour at her bedside she was a genial, cheerful and hopeful personality, a lover of fun, quick in native humor, a moving spirit of life and light and joy in circle of conversation about the fireside.

Funeral services were conducted Tuesday, March 6 at 2:00 p.m. by Rev. J. T. Hardman.  Interment in Masonic cemetery.

The Bucklin Herald                                March 9, 1923

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JIMARS, Clarence Franklin  **

Obituary

Clarence Franklin Jirmars, youngest son of Mr. and Mrs. Michael Jirmars, who was born on April 27, 1908, passed away on Nov. 13, 1929; age twenty-one years, six months and sixteen days.

Clarence spent his entire lifehood with his mother and father on the home farm, located eight miles north of Bucklin, Missouri, assisting in every way possible to make things just a little more pleasant for them.

He attended Warner District School until graduation, and immediately subsequent to his graduation he chose as his life’s work the occupation of farming, and at all times manifesting a great interest in the welfare of his home and community at large.

Besides being a kind, thoughtful, loving and obedient son, he was a real partner in interest with his mother and father, and hand in hand they together pursued the occupation of farming, sharing equally the results of their combined conscientious efforts.  Clarence of his own volition assumed the moral obligation of caring for his mother and father, and was especially devoted to his mother, never failing to do the little things that would directly or indirectly lighten the burden placed upon her, as a mother, and make her just little more happy.

Beside leaving a vast number of friends and relatives, he left a sad and broken-hearted mother and father, and three brothers to mourn his sad death and departure.  The three brothers are:  John A. Jirmars, Bucklin, Missouri; Charles W. Jirmars, Bucklin, Missouri, and James E. Jirmars, Kansas City, Missouri.

Funeral services were conducted by Rev. Reynolds, pastor of the Baptist church in Brookfield, at Pleasant Grove church at 11 a.am. where a large concourse of neighbors and friends assembled to pay their last respects to the departed.

Clarence was laid away to rest in the Pleasant Grove church cemetery on November 15, 1929.  His body alone was lowered to rest, but his soul will live forever.

The Bucklin Herald                    November 22, 1929

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JOCHIM, Asmus

Noted under New Boston Items:

Asmus Jochim died at his home north of here March 28th, and was buried the following day in the New Boston cemetery.  The funeral was attended by a large crowd of friends and sorrowing relatives.  He was held in high esteem by all who knew him.  Rev. Chadwell conducted the service in a very impressive way.  He leaves to mourn their loss, a wife, 4 daughters and one son.  We sympathize with them in their bereavement.

The Bucklin Herald                    April 11, 1913

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JOHNSON, Amanda Paulina (nee Holmlund)

 

At Rest In Peace With God

 

Again the messenger of God has been in our midst and has called one of our beloved friends.  Miss Amanda Paulina Holmlund was born in Bucklin, Missouri, April 24th, 1876, married to Charles Johnson December 27th, 1903.  Died at St. Mary’s hospital in Kansas City, February 17th, 1911 at 9 a. m.  Her death came as a sudden blow as all thought that the operation which she had undergone had been performed successfully and that she would be well shortly.  She professed faith in Jesus Christ, was baptized and united with the Pleasant Grove Baptist church in 1901.  She has been a great sufferer but knowing that God so loved the world that he gave His only begotten son to suffer and die, not for his own sins but for each and every one of us who believeth, that we might not perish but have everlasting; she plead with the Lord to give her strength and patience to endure to the end.

“Now no chastening for the present seemeth to be joyous but grievous, nevertheless, afterward it yieldeth the peaceable fruit of righteousness unto them which were exercised thereby.”

It moved the hearts of all the Christian friends of the family to see the sweet, child-like submissiveness to God’s will as they with one accord said:  “The Lord gave, the Lord hath taken away, blessed be the name of the Lord.”  “We shall meet her some day in heaven.”

She is survived by husband, two daughters, parents, six sisters and four brothers.  She was loved by every body.  Her loss is felt keenly by the community.

The funeral services were conducted by W. C. Ferguson, pastor of the Baptist church at the Union church, February 19th, 1911 at 2 o’clock.  The body was interred in the Masonic cemetery at Bucklin, Missouri.

 

The Bucklin Herald                    February 24, 1911

 

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JOHNSON, Carl August

Obituary

 

Carl August Johnson was born at Bucklin, Mo., June 29, 1885, therefore at the time of the death angel’s call, which was Saturday afternoon at 2:15 o’clock at his home, June 3, 1911, he was almost twenty-six years of age.

Carl was confirmed in the Swedish Lutheran Church June 19, 1905, and has been a consistent and faithful member ever since.

He was a very energetic young man, having a desire to get a thorough education, he entered the Normal School at Kirksville, Mo., hoping to go from it into better institutions of learning.  A year had scarcely been spent in Kirksville until sickness made it impossible for him to remain there longer.  He came home, and later sought the recommended climate of New Mexico, but it seemed that the dreaded disease, tuberculosis, had already became master over him and his health could not be restored.

He was a patient sufferer for more than four years.  During these last few years, especially he had made the Book of Books his daily and constant companion.

Everything that loving hands medical skill could do, was done to prolong his life but the loving Master saw fit to believe all suffering by giving him his reward in early manhood.

He will be missed and mourned not only by the church and an innumerable host of friends but most of all by his dear parents, two sisters and two brothers, who survives him.

Let it be our desire to follow in his footsteps as he followed Christ until we meet him face to face.

The funeral was held at the Swedish Lutheran Church, north of Bucklin, Monday June 5th at 3:00 o’clock p. m., after which the remains were laid to rest in the Church cemetery.  The funeral sermon was delivered by Rev. Bolin of St. Joseph, Mo.

“He had in himself a silent, living spring of generous and manly action.  He was a public creature, and had no enjoyment whatever but in the performance of some duty.  At this exigent moment the loss of a finished man is not easily supplied.”

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The Bucklin Herald                                                                                                                                                                                                       June 16, 1911

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JOHNSON, Emma

 

Mrs. Emma Johnson aged 78 years, died at the home of her daughter Thursday evening, the funeral was conducted by Rev. Campbell of Bucklin, and the remains laid to rest in the High Hill cemetery.

 

The Bucklin Herald                                February 17, 1899

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JOHNSON, John

 

John Johnson died March 7, at his home 2 ½ miles south of New Boston.  Deceased was born in Sweden Jan. 1, 1844.  He came to this county 1875.  He has a wife and 8 children to mourn his loss.  His family have the sincere sympathy of the community.  He was interred March 9, in the Swede Lutheran cemetery.  Rev. Ford conducting the funeral service.

 

The Bucklin Herald                    March 13, 1903

 

Obituary

 

John Johnson died of pneumonia at his home 2 ½ miles south of New Boston Saturday March 7.  Deceased was born in Sweden January 1, 1844, came to America in the year 1875, was married to Miss Minnie Schoening October 24, 1880 age 59 years 2 months and 6 days.  He leaves a wife and eight children to mourn the loss of a dutiful husband and an affectionate father.

 

The Bucklin Herald                    March 20, 1903

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JOHNSON, Thomas T.

Thomas T. Johnson

Thomas T. Johnson died in Montgomery City, Mo., Tuesday Feb. 18, 1913, at 12 o’clock noon aged 73 years, 1 month and 1 day.

Memorial services at the Baptist Church, Thursday, Feb. 20 at 2 o’clock p.m.  Sermon by Rev. Sam Frank Taylor, assisted by Rev. R. E. McQuie.

Memorial by Hon. G. Pitman Smith.  Burial in Montgomery cemetery.

C. W. Johnson of this city is a son of the deceased.

The Bucklin Herald                    February 28, 1913

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JONES, Charles M.

Death of Chas. M. Jones

Chas. M. Jones died at Toppenish, Wash., Dec. 8, 1912, aged 23 years, 5 months and 1 day.  His burial at North Salem last Saturday was attended by a large crowd of relatives and friends.

The funeral services were conducted by Rev. J. E. Chadwell of Winnigan.

Before he died he called his wife and brother and brothers-in-law to his bed and told them he was ready to go, and had them promise, sure, they would bring him back to North Salem and bury him by his two little babies.  He leave a wife, a father and two brothers, Will Jones of Toppenish, Wash., and Noah Jones of Oklahoma, and four sisters, Mrs. Vernie Denis of Junction City, Ohio, Mrs. C. W. Peaveler of St. Catherine, Mrs. W. M. Christian of New Boston and Mrs. C. P. McCormick of Milan, Mo.

                                                                                     W.M. Christian

The Bucklin Herald                    December 20, 1912

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JONES, Jasper Samuel

Our Jasper Dead

Jasper Samuel Jones, one of the most popular colored men of this community was born in Bucklin, February 24, 1881, and died at his home in this place on June 2, 1911.  Aged 30 years, 3 months, and 8 days.

Funeral services conducted by Rev. Sawyers, of Chillicothe, took place Sunday afternoon at the first Baptist Church in Bucklin and remains were laid to rest in the Masonic Cemetery.

Deceased had been ailing for some time with a complication of stomach and liver trouble.

Jasper, as he was called by his friends was one of those kind bighearted fellows and had a host of friends among both white and black.

Deceased had made Bucklin his home all his life, having been a barber here for years.

A few mornings before his death Jasper professed faith in Christ and after the necessary arrangements was baptized and received into the Baptist church.

He leaves a step mother, a brother, two sisters, two aunts and two uncles.  A host of friends mourn the loss of deceased and sympathize with the bereaved.

The Bucklin Herald                    June 9, 1911

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JONES, Josephine

Obituary

Josephine Jones, wife of Elder W. W. Jones, of Winigan, Mo., departed this life September 23, 1913, at the home of her daughter, Mrs. F. M. Cattey, at 5 p.m. in North Salem township, Linn County, Mo., aged 70 years, 6 months and 29 days.  The immediate cause of her death was a cancerous affectation of the liver and stomach.  She bore with resignation and Christian fortitude her sufferings while the flickering spark of life was fading from earth.  She leaves in sorrow an aged husband, one son and six daughters (one son having preceded her to the spirit world March 13, 1911,) and a number of grand children.

The subject of this sketch was born in Jennings county, Indiana February 23, 1843, emigrated with her parents to Missouri in 1856 and was united in marriage to W. W. Jones in Sullivan county April 14, 1861.  She gave her heart and life to the Lord at the age of 15 ½ years, uniting with the Church of Christ, of which she was a consistent Christian member for fifty five years.  Ever loyal to her God, her country and to all the needs of suffering humanity, she truly imitated her Lord and Master by “going about doing good.”  Her husband being a preacher since 1868, she was often alone with her children and in consequence much of the family cares of which she had to be burdened was both husband and wife.

This could be extended indefinitely and not all would be said to the praise of this noble wife, mother, Christian friend.  And now in conclusion let me say this:  I do not for one single moment doubt that thousands of men have possessed just as good a woman, but none have had a better one.  So now after such a life of happiness for above fifty two years, all the persons who have hearts of sympathy must realize that I am undergoing very great sorrow.  But it is God’s will and to that we humbly submit.

                                                                                                 W. W. Jones

The Bucklin Herald                                            October 10, 1913

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JONES, Samuel

Samuel Jones

Samuel Jones was born in Keytesville, Chariton County, Missouri, August 3, 1842, and died in Bucklin, September 28, 1909.  Deceased had been a resident of this community for about forty-five years.

He left Chariton County during the war and located in this place.  In 1878 he was married to Miss Mattie Frances Botts, of Meadville, Mo.  To this union three children were born, two of whom survive him.  They are Mrs. Fannie E. Mitchell and Jasper Jones.  This union was broken January 2, 1885, by Father Time calling her to her reward.  Several years afterward he was married to Miss Lucile Brooks.  To this union were born two children:  Mabel A. and Roscoe T. Jones, who both survive him.  He was married to his present wife, Mrs. M. L. Burton, of Macon, Mo., ten years ago.  Of this union there was no children.

As a husband he was always loving and devoted to his wife, and a kind and indulgent father to his children.  His family had first consideration in all things.  As a citizen he was always first and foremost in everything that pertained to the advancement and betterment of the community in which he lived.  He was patriotic and loyal to his country in all respects.  As a neighbor he was ready and willing at all times to do what ever was in his power for his fellow-man.  He was peaceable, charitable and sympathetic.

He was a devoted and consistent Christian, identified with the First Baptist Church of this place, and had served as a deacon for over forty years.  He had a wide Christian influence over all with whom he came in contact, and was known far and wide for his Christian integrity.  He was a member of Welcome Lodge, No. 118, A.F. & A.M., of Brookfield.  His fraternal standing had long since reached it’s zenith.  Industrially he had served as a barber in this place for several years and was well and favorably known.

He leaves a devoted wife, four children, two grandchildren, one brother, two sisters, a number of relatives and a host of friends to mourn his loss.

His last hours were spent peaceably and seemingly without pain.

The Bucklin Herald                    October 1, 1909

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JONES, Thomas Roscoe

 

Thomas Roscoe Jones

Ros” Jones, (colored) aged 24 years, 7 months and 14 days, who passed away at his home here Thursday of last week, was buried in the Masonic cemetery Sunday at 4:00 p.m., after services at the First Baptist Church.  Deceased was born and reared in Bucklin, and was honored and respected by all who knew him.

The funeral services were conducted by Revs. W. H. Young and D. S. Sawyer.

 

The Bucklin Herald                    May 15, 1914

 

Obituary

Thomas Roscoe Jones was born in Bucklin, Mo., Sept. 23, 1889 and died May 7, 1914.  Age 24 years, 7 months and 14 days.

He was the youngest child of Lucile and Samuel Jones both of whom have gone to their reward in heaven.  He was kind and obedient and much loved by all who knew him.

When but a child he professed a hope in Christ and like a star he continued to grow brighter and brighter.  At the age of 16 he acknowledged a call to the ministry and at once began to prepare himself for that work.

He was a graduate from the Academic Department of Western College, Macon, Mo., and received his Theological training from that institution.

His first Pastoral charge was at Sturgeon, Mo., and in 1911 he was called as pastor of the churches at Meadville and Linneus, Mo., during his stay at each of these many souls were brought to Christ and his labor was highly commended, not only by members of his church but by the entire community.  His loyal service and true devotion to the best things of life will ever be remembered.

We rejoice that here the busy tasks of life urge us up and bear us on, we may find consolation in this hour of thoughtful consideration of one we have “loved and lost awhile.”  The world is not ruled by chance, and a good true, beautiful life is not an accident.  It is a growth of small deeds well done, small thoughts that are true growing into greater ones, right ideas growing into great ideas.  Such was his life, a life never forgetting its source, a life deep and beautiful, a life making the home a home indeed, a life that went beyond the home to “rejoice with those that rejoice, and weep with those that weep.”

In the year of 1913 his health beginning to fail he was compelled to give up his charges and go west with a desire of regaining his health.  For a short time he seemed to improve and being inspired by his Gospel calling, he accepted the pastorate of St. John’s Baptist Church, Colorado Springs, Colo.  The church was very prosperous under his leadership both spiritually and financially.  In a three weeks revival meeting 90 persons were added of which number 50 were conversion and the remainder by restoration.

In the midst of his accomplishing efforts his health again failed him and he was compelled to resign and return home.  He was at home almost three weeks and during this time continued to grow weaker.  He was a patient sufferer, and always seemed reconciled to wait upon the Lord.

On Thursday morning, May 7, about 9 o’clock the Angel of God summoned him into his peaceful presence.

Since he has gone we can rest assured that the works which he has left us will live in the hearts and minds of the people among whom he labored.

We know that while time will sear over the first agony, deep down in our hearts will always be felt a sense of loss, but so sure are we of the immortal welfare of our beloved we can almost see him in the blessed land as he praised the Master and Maker of us all.  Truly when we think of him we may say with John of the Revelations:  “And I heard a voice from heaven saying, “Write Blessed are the dead in which die in the Lord from henceforth; Yea saith the Spirit; that they may rest from their labours and their works do follow them.”

He leaves to mourn his demise a step-mother, two sisters, two nieces, a number of other relatives and a host of friends.

Funeral services were conducted by Revs. W. H. Young of Fulton, Mo., and D. D. Sawyer of Chillicothe, Mo., assisted by Revs. S. Lewis of Brookfield, J. T. Thornley of Gallatin, Mo., C. B. Johnson of Callao, Mo., and C. Graham of Meadville, Mo.

After which all that was mortal of Rev. T. Roscoe Jones was laid to rest in the Masonic Cemetery.—Contributed.

 

The Bucklin Herald                    May 29, 1914

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JOYCE. Georgie L.

Joyce

 

Georgie L., the little daughter of Henry Joyce and wife died at Brookfield, January 22, at the age of nearly three years.  This is a very sad blow to the parents, doubly so as it is only five months since they buried their youngest born child.  This leaves them, oh, so lonely, for the patter of little feet is stilled in that home.  No one but those who have passed through a similar experience can fully sympathize with their grief stricken couple.

Those from a distance who attended the funeral here Tuesday were:  Mr. and Mrs. Bailey, the grandparents of Mrs. Joyce, and two of her brothers, of Camden Mo.  Tom Joyce and wife, of Aurora Ill., a brother of Mr. Joyce.  Mrs. F. L. Joyce, wife of Prof. Joyce of Brookfield, Mrs. Clara Moreland, also of Brookfield.

 

The Bucklin Herald                    January 27, 1911

 

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JOYCE, Louvice

Burial of Mrs. Joyce

The funeral services of Mrs. Louvice Joyce, whose death was mentioned in Friday’s paper, were held at the Catholic church Saturday morning, January 4, at 10 o’clock by Rev. F. P. Cummins.  Misses Florence and Elva Cranter sang, “Come, Hole Ghost,” “O Jesus, Jesus, Dearest Lord” and “Jesus Cerona Virginum.” Interment was made in St. Michael’s cemetery.

Ten children survive this mother, Mrs. Dicie Hall of Gridley, Calif., John Joyce of Yellowstone, Mont., Mrs. Nancy Williams, Geo. and Thomas Joyce, of Bucklin; Mesdames Mary Burns, Kate Sullivan, P. J. McNamara and Prof. E. L. Joyce and James Joyce of this city.  All were able to be present at the funeral except Mesdames Hall and Williams and John Joyce --  Brookfield Budget

The Bucklin Herald                    January 10, 1913

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KENNEDY, Frances

 

Obituary

On last Thursday July 13th at one o’clock, the death Angel called at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Barney Kennedy, snatching from them their little daughter Frances.  A flower so young and fair, and leaving a vacant place in the home that never can be filled.

Little Frances was born May 28, 1908, and died July 13, 1911.  Aged 3 years, 1 month and 15 days.

All that medical skill, loving parents and kind friends could do, was done in vain.  Nothing but death could relieve her.  God has taken this flower so young and fair, home with him to dwell.

The funeral was held at New Cambria, in the St. Peters Catholic church Friday forenoon at 10:30 o’clock, conducted by Rev. Father Judis of Wien, who spoke words of comfort to the sorrowing ones, after which the remains were laid to rest in the New Cambria Cemetery.—Katie.

                                     “A precious one from us has gone

                                       A voice we loved is stilled:

                                     A place is vacant in our home,

                                       Which never can be filled.

                                     God in His widom has recalled,

                                       The boon His love had given;

                                     And though the body slumbers now,

                                       The soul is safe in Heaven.”

 

The Bucklin Herald                    July 21, 1911

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KERBY, Sadie (nee Rodgers), and Baby.

Mother and Baby At Rest

Sadie Rogers was born near Callao, Mo., April 3rd, 1883.  Her parents are James Rogers and wife, of that city.  She grew up in the neighborhood six miles south west of Callao.

September 7, 1904, she was married to Oscar Kerby.  To this union three children were born, the last one, a boy, was born the 12th.  He died Friday night, just a week.  The mother entered into rest at 3:30 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 20.

She leaves a husband, son, and a daughter, besides many friends, to mourn her departure.

The funeral was preached Sunday by Rev. H. W. Buckner, from the test Psalms 90:5-6.  The Methodist church was filled to overflowing.  It was particularly sad to see the mother lying there in the casket, with the week old infant on her breast both of them cold in death.  It was a sight to melt the hardest heart.  After the funeral, the remains were taken to the beautiful Masonic Cemetery and laid to rest, there to await the summons of the archangel, who shall call them forth to meet the loved ones of earth and, we trust, to hear the welcome of Him who died for them.

Mrs. Rogers, of Callao, mother of Mrs. Kerby, had been at her bedside for several days.  A brother and sister were up from Callao, at the funeral.

The Bucklin Herald                    February 26, 1909

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KEZAR, George

GEORGE KEZAR DIES

George W. Kezar, 72, farmer who lived near New Cambria, died at his home Friday afternoon at 1 o’clock.  Funeral services were held at the home Sunday afternoon and burial was in the New Cambria cemetery.

He is survived by the widow of the home and five children.  They are Mrs. Martha Siemens, New Cambria;  Mrs. Maggie Kitchen, Bucklin;  Mrs. Leona Tamplin, Brookfield;  Mrs. Hattie Richie, Omaha; and Albert Kezar, New Cambria.  There are 14 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.

The Bucklin Herald                    October 20, 1938

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KELSO, Margaret Adeline Cohoon (nee Davolt)

Kelso

In the quiet hours of the morning just as the new day was silently breaking a precious life ebbed its way into the mysterious realm beyond.  The death angel had flitted again into our midst and its summons had been answered.  It was at this time that the soul of Grandmother Kelso left its earthly home and in so passing it became immortal.

Margaret Adeline Davolt was born October 14, 1851 and departed this life November 10, 1935, having reached the age of 84 years and 26 days at the time of her death.

On August 30th, 1866 she was united in marriage to Wm. C. Cohoon.  To this union 4 children were born, Mrs. Benton Mattingly, Yarrow, Mo., Wilbert and William, both of New Boston, Mo., and John another son died at 4 years of age.

On June 12, 1879 Mr. Cohoon passed away and she was left a widow with these small children to care for.  After tenderly and watchfully caring for her children for five years she was again married and became the wife of Isaac Kelso.

To this union two children were born, Mrs. Gladys Wright and a son, Leslie, both of Ethel.

On February 11, 1923 Mr. Kelso passed away and since that time she liver with her son, Leslie.  Besides the five children, who were at her bedside when the end came, she leaves to mourn her departure 17 grandchildren, 29 great grandchildren and 6 great great grandchildren.  Two brothers, Wm. of Bucklin, Mo., and David of Elkhart, Kansas, and many other relatives and scores of friends and neighbors.

She was a member of the Christian Church and was sincere and earnest in her religious convictions.  She was a Christian of the highest type as she always cleaved to that which was right and good and abhorred that which was false and wrong.

As a mother, sister, friend and neighbor Grandmother Kelso ranked among the finest that God ever sent to this earth for her children she lived a life of unselfish devotion, always endeavoring to do things for their satisfaction and enjoyment.

To everyone else she was nothing less than a mother she was good to everyone, no matter who it was and tried always to help others over the steep and rocky places of life’s journey.

Even though this mother, grandmother, relative and friend has departed forever from us, each of us whom are sorrowing find consolation when we look back and see what a useful and beautiful life she has lived.  Again we are condoled when we know that all of these things which have impressed our lives and have been written on the sands of time, have also been written in God’s record books of Heaven.  To all those who remain the life of Grandmother Kelso is a challenge.

For 84 years she has witnessed the changes in a swift moving world.  She has lived through periods of depression, temptations, joys and sorrows and each time she has been the victor.

Never once was she undaunted by all of life’s incessant surging elements.  May all whom are left behind look to his life as a model, so they too when the summons calls them to join that innumerable caravan that moves on and on into eternity, be prepared, as Grandmother Kelso was to pass on into the land of everlasting rest and pleasant dreams.

The Bucklin Herald                    November 22, 1935

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KING, Joseph F.

Joseph F. King Buried

After a lingering illness a part of which was spent in terrible suffering, Mr. King passed away at his home north-east from Bucklin Friday, July 17.  Mr. King was born in Washington Co., Ill., June 4, 1839.  At the time of his death he was 75 years 1 month and 12 days of age.  He was married to Martha C. Mitchell on October 29, 1857.  To this union four children were born; two of whom are still living.  The wife died in January, 1865.  He was next married to Mrs. Nancy Woods, December 4th, 1865.  He lost this wife March 9, 1867.  To this union no children were born.  Mr. King was married to his present wife, who was Mrs. Mary Cooley, September 30, 1867.  To this union eight children were born, two of whom have preceded him to the great Beyond.  Mr. King moved to Bucklin in 1850 and has lived in and near Bucklin ever since.  He is survived by his wife and following children:  Martha Ellen Page, Joseph Sterling King, John W. King, Sarah Cunningham, Tyra V. King, Victoria P. Wright, Dora V. Osborn and Alec King.

The funeral services were held in the Christian church in Bucklin, of which he was an old and honored member.  The services were conducted by Rev. F. W. Condit, as minister and Ed Herriman as undertaker.  The church was decorated with flowers and ferns.  The great crowd that attended could not find even standing room in the church.  The I. O. O. F. lodge conducted the service at the cemetery in their usual impressive and dignified way.  Mr. Thomas Burk acted as Noble Grand and Rev. F. W. Condit gave the Chaplain’s charge and prayer.  Mr. King numbered his friends by the hundreds for he was a Christian man, a good neighbor and splendid citizen.  He was laid to rest in the Masonic cemetery Sunday, July 19, 1914.

A Friend

The Bucklin Herald                    July 24, 1914

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KING, Mary Ellen (nee Truitt) Cooley  **

Mrs. Mary Ellen King

Mary Ellen Truitt was born in Macon County, Mo., March 27, 1843.  At the age of 13 she united with the Methodist Episcopal church.

In 1860 she was united in marriage to Thomas Cooley and to them was born one son, N. W. Cooley, of this city.  Her husband passed away in 1865.

In 1867 she was again married.  This time to Joseph King.  To this union were born the following children:  sons, J. W. King, of Bynumville; T. V. King, of Bucklin;  Alex King, of Dawn, Mo., and Benjamin and Grover, deceased.  Daughters, Mrs. Sarah Cunningham, of Bucklin; Mrs. D. P. Osborne, of Placerville, Calif., and Mrs. H. C. Wright, of Bucklin.

There are 39 grandchildren and 19 great grandchildren.

Mrs. King was a devoted wife and mother and a good neighbor.  Her life was spent in Macon and Linn counties.  Some time after she united with the Methodist church she transferred her membership to the Christian church of Bucklin of which she was a member at the time of her death.

During the last six months of her life she was in poor health, and while at the moment her death was not expected it was believed by her friends and children that she must soon, because of the ravages of disease, end her earth career. She passed on  att 10:00 a.m. July 11th, aged 81 years, 3 months and 15 days, beloved and mourned by her children, relatives, and friends.

Funeral at Methodist church conducted by Rev. J. A. Medley.  Burial in Masonic cemetery.

The Bucklin Herald                    July 18, 1924

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KINGSLAND, William (Mrs.)

SUDDEN DEATH OF MRS. W.M. KINGSLAND

Mrs. Wm. Kingsland was born about six miles north of Bucklin, Nov. 17, 1847.  Died Tuesday morning, Jan. 18, 1910.  Aged 62 years, 3 months, 1 day.  The cause of her death was heart disease.

She was visiting at the home of Geo. Brownlee, and seemed as well as usual, talking with the girls that morning.  In a little while, they called her, she didn’t answer, they went upstairs and found her dead.

She was married in 1873, and lived where Marceline now is, until 1883 and then moved to her home about five miles north of Bucklin and lived there until her death.

She was a member of the M.E. Church.

She leaves one daughter, father and mother, two sisters and three brothers.

The remains were taken to the Union Church, where the funeral was conducted by Rev. Mendenhall, of Marceline, and interment was made in the Masonic Cemetery at Bucklin.

The Bucklin Herald                    January 28, 1910

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KIRBY, Louise (nee King)

Obituary

Louise King Kirby was born Oct. 28, 1860, and departed this life June 28, 1912.  She was at the time of her demise 51 years and 8 months of age.

Sister Kirby united with the Methodist church 36 years ago and remained a faithful follower of her Lord.  While she was hindered in attending her church on account of affliction, for 30 years she has been a sufferer, but bore her suffering with Christian patience.

Sister Kirby was married to J. O. Kirby Dec. 12, 1880.  To this union were born 7 children of which 5 are living, 4 boys and 1 girl.  Two children died in infancy.  What a happy reunion when the weary spirit reached home to meet her babies.

Sister Kirby leaves a husband, 4 sons, and one daughter, a father and one brother and one sister and a host of friends to mourn her going, but we weep not as those who have no hope.  The funeral services were held at her home by Rev. C. L. Hess, from St. John 14:1-3, after which we laid her body to rest in the Bucklin Masonic cemetery.

The Bucklin Herald                    July 5, 1912

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KNAPP, Adolphus Edgar Lynn

 

OBITUARY

Very quietly and serenely Adolphus Edgar Lynn Knapp departed this life Feb. 18, 1947, at his home in Ethel.

He was born near Siblett, Mo., Aug 6, 1871.  At the time of his death he was 75 years, 5 months and 12 days of age.  In 1897 he was united in marriage to Leonna Jane Bradley.  She has preceded him in death by several years passing away in March, 1912.  Before the death of his wife he began to make his home with Mrs. Ona Bradley and Miss Georgia Bradley, and remained with them until he made his earthly departure.

He leaves the following near kindred; four brothers, Dr. Chas. Knapp, La Plata, Mo.; Clarence Knapp, New Boston, Mo.; Geo. Knapp, La Plata; and Joe Knapp, Los Angeles, Calif.; also two sisters, Mrs. Hattie Owens, Buffalo, Okla., and Mrs. Jemima , Ada, Okla.

In July, 1911, he became a member of the Primitive Baptist church at Goldberry, Mo., and remained a faithful member and conscientious worker until his death.

Lynn, as he was known by his friends and neighbors, was one of the more successful farmers of this community.  Until he moved to Ethel a few years ago, he lived on his farm northwest of town.  He was a splendid citizen, a good neighbor and friend, a man who upheld the principles of righteous and Christian living.  He richly deserves a “well done thou good and faithful servant.”

A prayer service was held at the Larson Funeral Home in Ethel by Rev. Chas. McCoard, Pastor of the Presbyterian church, before going to the Adventist church where funeral services were conducted by Rev. Adair of Atlanta, Mo., assisted by Rev. Pettus of Macon, Mo.  Interment was made in the Helton cemetery nearby.

 

The Bucklin Herald                    February 27, 1947

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KNOTT, Mary Ann (nee Wolfe)

Obituary

Mary Ann Wolf Knott, daughter of John and Louise Wolfe, was born at Monticillo, Mo., December 12, 1839, and departed this life February 8, 1912.  She was at the time of her death 72 years, 1 month, and 21 days.  She was married to Dr. Isaiah Knott, of Tennessee, Ill., March 10, 1858.  To this union nine children were born.  One child proceeded her.  There remains eight children, four girls and four boys.  Sister Knott, was proceeded in death by her husband, who died about eight years ago.

Sister Knott, was a member of the Methodist Church.  Had belonged to the church about 45 years.  She was true and faithful to her lord.  And attended regular her church, and died in sight of her eternal home.

Sister Knott, was a good wife, a loving mother, and a kind neighbor.

She leaves beside her eight children, one sister and one brother and a host of friends to mourn her departure.  But we weep not as those who have no hope—we feel confident we shall meet again.  Funeral was preached by Rev. C. L. Hess after which we laid her body to rest at the White Oak Cemetery.

The Bucklin Herald                    February 16, 1912

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KULP, A. J.

Obituary

 

Mr. A. J. Kulp was born in Virginia, Dec. 11, 1829, and departed this life at his home in Bucklin May 28, 1913.  He was at the time of his demise 83 years, 5 months and 17 days of age.

Brother Kulp came to Missouri and settled in Carrol County in the year 1861.  He was raised a Presbyterian, but later united with the Methodist Church.

He was married to Miss Ermine Kaskens March 4th, 1862.  To this union 5 children were born, four boys and one girl.  Three boys and their mother preceeded him in death.

Mr. Kulp was married the second time.  He married Mrs. Alpha Canpacy in July 1891.  Brother Kulp leaves a wife, one son and one daughter, and a host of friends to mourn his going, but will not week as those having no hope.

Funeral services were conducted by Rev. C. L. Hess at the family residence, the text being Job 5-26.  After which remains were laid to rest in the Masonic cemetery.

 

The Bucklin Herald                                                                                                                                                                                                       June 6, 1913

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LACER, Frank

 

Frank Lacer

While in apparent good health and with many years of usefulness before him, Frank Lacer was taken from his family with but little more than a moments warning.  He came to Bucklin Sunday to select a casket in which to bury a neighbor at whose funeral he acted as pallbearer on Monday.  The following Monday, February 3, 1913, his spirit left him.

Mr. Lacer was born in Maryland, Dec. 17, 1858.  He came to the vicinity of Bucklin in 1860, and has resided here ever since.  He has lived on the place where he died continuously, since 1870.  On the 30th day of January, 1895 he was married to Miss Elsie White, who survives him.  In addition to the wife, he leaves to mourn his departure, an aged father, four sisters, two brothers, two daughters, Bertha age 17, and Mabel age 13, a son, Arthur, age 15, and a host of friends.

Mr. Lacer led his three children into the service of Jesus Christ last August and died in the full assurance of an immortality with his Blessed Savior.  He was laid to rest in the cemetery at the Wyandotte M. E. church.  The services were conducted by his pastor, Fred W. Condit of the Bucklin Christian Church.  The church was crowded to overflowing, notwithstanding the inclement weather, which attested to the high regard in which he was held by entire neighborhood.

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The Bucklin Herald                                                                                                                                                                                                       February 7, 1913

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LACER, John

At Rest

John Lacer was born in Maryland, July 20, 1864, and died at his home in Linn Co., Mo., April 7, 1909, being 54 years, 8 months and 17 days.  He came to Mo. with his parents in the year of 1860, when he was a small boy, and has lived here ever since.

He was married in 1875 to Miss Louisa Brumfield.  To this union six children were born, four boys and two girls, all of whom are in Oklahoma except one, who stayed behind to take care of his father as long as he lived.

Bro. Lacer jointed the Methodist church several years ago at Union church.  He was a great sufferer for the last fifteen years, and for several years he has been perfectly helpless, having to be fed, and to be wheeled in a chair wherever he went.  His wife died very suddenly not quite a year ago and since then his son has cared for him.  He leaves and aged father, several brothers and sisters, and a host of other relatives and friends to join the six children in mourning their loss.  The funeral services were conducted by Rev. H. W. Buckner at Wyandotte where he was laid to rest by the side of his wife.

Let us hope they will meet in the mansions in the sky, where no affliction nor death can enter.  To the bereaved ones we would say, live and labor on with the bright hope of meeting where parting will be no more.

The family desire to thank the friends for the services rendered in their time of sorrow.

The Bucklin Herald                    April 16, 1909

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LACY, Jas.

 

A Sudden Call

The relatives and friends of Jas Lacy were startled last Saturday night by the announcement of his death at Macon.  Lacy was a fireman on the Burlington, and on Saturday night was running east on a freight.  His train was waiting at Macon for No. 5, when Lacy stepped from his engine and started over in town to get a lunch.  He had gone but a few steps when the oncoming train struck him in the back knocking him down with injuries which resulted in his death in a few minutes.  His brother Fred went to Macon Sunday and accompanied the remains to this place where they were interred Monday.  Deceased’s parents and brothers and sisters live a couple of miles northwest of town and have the sympathy of their many friends and neighbors in their sudden sorrow.

 

The Bucklin Herald                                                                                                                                                                                                       August 14, 1903

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LANCASTER, William B.

William Lancaster

William Benjamin Lancaster was born in England, May 16, 1822, and died at his home in Bucklin, Missouri, October 8, 1909, being 87 years, 4 months and 22 days old.

He was married the first time to Sarah Gideons.  To this union one child was born, who still lives in England.  He was married the second time to Mary Dangerfield, in England, where all of the children except two were born, there being seven to this union, two of whom are dead.  Two boys and three girls, several grandchildren and a host of relatives and friends remain to mourn their loss.

Bro. Lancaster left England about the year 1863, spending six years in Canada, coming from there to Missouri in 1869, settling near here, and since then has lived in and near Bucklin.

He was industrious and painstaking in his business affairs and on this account was able to accumulate a competency sufficient for all the family’s needs in this life.

Bro. Lancaster was connected with the Church of England until coming to this place, where under the ministry of Rev. Johnson, he became a member of the Presbyterian church and remained a member of the same until death.  He served his church as an Elder for fourteen years, until old age forced him to retire from active service.  Whenever his health would permit he was always at the services and seemed to enjoy them to the fullest extent, not only in his own church but at other services as well.

His life has not at all times been free from trials and sorrows.  Early in life, death entered his home and claimed his companion, and then about 18 years ago he was called the second time to part with the wife who had shared life’s blessings and sorrows for many years with him.  But through all the blessings and sorrows of life he proved faithful unto the end.  Just a few hours before his death, he asked for Rev. Buckner to come and pray with him, which he seemed to appreciate.

His suffering at the last was very intense and in the midst of it his prayer seemed to be “Lord, take me from this pain.”  To the children, all of whom, except the one in England, were present at the funeral, we would say, “Trust in God, imitate father’s virtues, profit by his mistakes, and live to honor God.  Then when life is over you can join in the mansions in the sky the loved ones who have gone on before.”

He was a loving husband and father and a kind neighbor.

The funeral was held at the Union church, Sunday afternoon at 2:00 o’clock, conducted by Rev. Buckner.  The remains were laid to rest in the Masonic Cemetery.

The Bucklin Herald                    October 15, 1909

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LANGWELL., Cora May  **

Obituary

Cora May Langwell, daughter of William and Mary Langwell, was born in Marceline, Missouri, March 28, 1891, and passed away at the family home near St. Catherine, Missouri, May 8th, 1926, at the age of 34 years, 1 month and 10 days.

Her childhood was spent in the Linhart chapel neighborhood until April 1914, when she moved with her parents to the St. Catherine community.  The family home was here until the time of her death.  She attended country school at the White School, north of St. Catherine.

Cora was converted several years ago and since has been one of the finest Christian believers; it has ever been the privilege of the writer to meet.  Her ideas were very clear cut and she was absolutely unswerving in her religious convictions.  Her Faith had removed the fear of death and to her the time of leaving friends and loved ones was a time of gladness and thanksgiving.  She left us with joy in her heart because she knew she was going to meet the Master.  The world would be a much happier place if more people had the sublime faith that this girl had.  She has taken something from the community that has not only been a source of strength and comfort to her family but to her friends as well.  Even in her sickness members of the family consulted with her in regard to business matters and other personal affairs.  Her judgment was always good.  She truly was an exceptional character.

Several years ago Miss Langwell contracted tuberculosis and felt from the beginning that she had no chance.  It seemed that from that time she tried to be a model of courage and Faith to all who visited her.  Few sick people had had more affection or greater gifts bestowed upon them than she.  Flowers, books, handkerchiefs, and all the little gifts that mean so much to an invalid were gladly received by her and her expressions of appreciation were simple proof of her gratitude.

Cora is the second member of the family to go, a brother, Ralph, dying on an operating table April the 4th, 1918, at the age of 11 years.  With these two exception the large family circle is unbroken.  There are left to share the burden with each other, father and mother, Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Langwell; 5 sisters, Mrs. C. E. Bruner, of Marceline, Mo.; Mrs. Enoch Landreth, of Marceline; Mrs. Guy Wolfe, of Ft. Madison, Iowa; Mrs. Geo. Clark, of Brookfield; Jessie at home; four brothers, W. R. of Marceline; C. F. , of Kansas City, Kans.; E. H. of St. Catherine, Mo., Vesta at home, and many other relatives and friends.

Funeral services were conducted at Wyandotte Chapel and the body lowered into a grave covered with flowers, May 10th, 1926.  Peace to his ashes.

                                                 Frank A. Tinney

The Bucklin Herald                    may 14, 1926

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LANGWELL, Lillie Marie

Dies In Infancy

Lillie Marie, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. W. R. Langwell, was born May 11, 1913 and died May 24, 1913.  Funeral services were held at Wyandotte Church Monday at 2:00 p.m., conducted by Rev. C. L. Hess of this city.  Interment in Wyandotte cemetery.

The Bucklin Herald                    May 30, 1913

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LARSON, Charles

Charley Larson Dead

 

Last Friday morning, Charles Larson, of the Swedish community north of town, passed away.  The immediate cause of his death was injuries received some three weeks ago while unloading timber.  Since then he has been hovering between life and death until about a week ago when it become apparent that the man with the scythe would win.  At times there seemed to be hopes of his recovery, because of his wonderful rallies, but even his strong constitution and unusual vitality could not overcome the serious nature of his wounds or the ravages of the fever.

His loss will be felt in home, church and community.  He was one of those rare men, who take an interest in all good enterprises and unselfishly give their best to all.  When you met him you felt that you had before you a man, gentle, strong, pure hearted and true.  As a church member and S. S. teacher he was noted for his earnestness and zeal.

During the last few years he was the chairman of the Swedish Mission Church north of town.

The funeral was held Sunday, Aug. 25, at 2 o’clock from the home, and three o’clock from the church.  That almost the entire community was out to pay the last respects to the beloved brother and friend, could be seen from the fact that the church could not hold them all, and there were just as many outside as inside.  Rev. Hess of the Bucklin M. E. Church and Rev. Lindbland, the Church’s pastor, spoke, the choir sang very beautiful and fitting songs, and when the last strain of music had died away, and the last word had been spoken, Charles Larson, man of God, brother to his friends, friend to the unfortunate, was laid to rest.

He leaves a widow, two stepchildren, four children, one brother and three sisters.  May God strengthen them and comfort in this their sorrow.

C. Larson was born in Dolsland, Sweden, came to U. S. in 1888, settled first in Illinois, but moved to Bucklin in 1894, and has resided here ever since.

 

The Bucklin Herald                                                                                                                                                                                                       August 30, 1912

 

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LARSON, Christina

 

Obituary

Died, last Saturday, October 12, at the home of her daughter, Mrs. John Pierson, Grandmother Christina Larson, aged 76 years.

Grandmother Larson was born in 1824 in Dalsland, Sweden; was married in 1854 to Lars Larson, to which union five children were born, three girls and two boys, one girl dying in Sweden.  Mr. Larson did in the old country in 1859.  Mrs. Larson came to this country in 1887, and has since been living with her children, all of whom are in this country; two live north of town, Chas. Larson and Mrs. John Pierson, the other son, Andrew, living in Nebraska and the daughter Mrs. G. Pierson, residing in Illinois.  Mrs. Larson was a quiet, peaceable, Christian lady and a kind, lovable mother, always trying to set a good example to her children and those around her.  She died in the Christian hope, ready to meet her redeemer.

She was buried at the South Swedish church Monday afternoon at 2 o’clock, Rev. Hogan of Bucklin conducting the services.

 

The Bucklin Herald                                                                                                                  October 18, 901

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LAWSON, Barthollimew

 

Obituary

Barthollimew Lawson was born October 7th, 1868, and died at his home in Dallas, Texas, Dec. 31, 1913, aged 45 years, 2 months and 23 days.  Remains were laid to rest at Ft. Worth, beside his wife who preceeded him only a few months.  He leaves an aged father and mother, 2 brothers and 4 sisters to mourn his untimely death.

He was born and raised in the vicinity of Bucklin, and begun railroad life when the A. T. & S. F railroad went through Bucklin which work he has followed ever since.  For several years he has been a passenger conductor on the Cotton Belt Road of Texas, where he had many friends.

His mother, Mrs. Laura Lawson, sister, Mrs. McDonald and husband, and brother,  Harvey Lawson of Sherman, Texas were with him in the last hours of his suffering.

 

The Bucklin Herald                                                                                                                                                                                                       January 9, 1914

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LEATHERMAN, Boone Paul

 

Death of B. P. Leatherman

Boone Paul Leatherman was born in Shelbina, Mo., Dec. 30th, 1889, where he lived until 1892, when he moved with his parents to Bucklin, Mo.  In 1903-04 he attended Brookfield High School.

1904-05 attended Kirksville Normal.

1905-06 attended Morse school of telegraphy in Cincinnati, Ohio, he also filled a position as operator at Plain City Ohio, that same year.

1907 attended Kirksville Normal.

1907-08 taught Osage school near Bucklin.

1908 attended Kirksville Normal.

1908-09 taught High School at Jamesport, Mo.

1909 attended Kirksville Normal.

1909-10 taught Willard school at Kirksville.

During this time he also attended Kirksville Normal from 7 a.m. to 8 a.m. taking political Science and working up other grades during every spare moment.  Here is where he laid the foundation for ill health.  This same year he was sent by the Bureau of Education of U. S.A. to Boac Mdque, P.I.  How happy he was, after such strenuous work, to feel that at last his ambitions and dreams of the future were being realized.  Alas!  This was not to last long, he soon began to fail, doctors told him he was just getting acclimated, and that he was homesick.  He thought if that was all he could soon fight it out, however the deadly work was going on, next they thought it typhoid.  He went to the hospital at Manilla several times, finally they decided he had Tuberculosis so he prepared to come home at once.

This was a trying ordeal, while he was always cheerful and never a word of complaint, yet in his diary he could scarcely conceal his anguish and disappointment.  One quotation was this, “You gave me my work to do, you brought and set it before me; I laughed with the laughter of one seeing, who understands; I bent to the task elate, zeal like a mantle o’er me.  Why did you break my wrists and shatter the strength of my hands?”

And this another ----

Blythe bells that calls to bridal halls,

Tells deep a darker day;

The very shower that feeds the flower

Weeps also at its decay.

After coming home he traveled extensively, which only helped to prolong his sufferings.  During the winter he was at home near Readout, Okla., but the last two months were spent with his sister, Mrs. H. A. Manewal of Englewood, Kans., when he passed away after two weeks of intense suffering.  He long to go as he knew his life’s work and happiness was ended, he had every thing in readiness.  The entire family spent the last days together.  He was the first of eight children to pass away, leaving three brothers, R. V. Leatherman, of Kingsdown, Kans., F. J. Leatherman, LaVern, Okla., and Allie Leatherman, Alva, Okla., four sisters, Mrs. H. A. Manewal, Englewood, Kans., Anna Mae, Eunice and Velma, besides his parents.  He died April 24th at 8:35 a.m.

Remains were followed by many friends to the Lone Star cemetery, Readout, Okla.  He has gone to a better home, and we should not wish him back, though it is hard to give him up.

 

The Bucklin Herald                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         May 23, 1913

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LEATHERMAN, Eunice

Former Bucklin Girl Suicides

 

On Wednesday night, Dec. 24, 1913, occurred the sad death of Miss Eunice Leatherman, about 18 years of age, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Boone Leatherman, and for many years was a resident of Bucklin, Mo.  She was employed to teach school at North Cupid school house, and was boarding at the home of W. H. Neff, near Cupid, Okla.  It was found upon investigation and inquest that she had taken her own life by inhaling chloroform.  She left a note requesting that she be buried by her brother Boone who died about eight months ago.  She left no task undone, she had a Christmas treat prepared for her pupils.  No cause for this sad ending is known.  She was laid to rest in the cemetery at Lone Star, near her home at Readout, Okla.  She left many friends, relative and pupils to mourn her sad death.

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The Bucklin Herald                                                                                                                                                                                                       January 9, 1914

 

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LEFFLER, Andy

 

Andy, the seventeen year old son of Mr. and Mrs. C. Leffler, died at his home, of consumption, last Monday.  The remains were carried to Wyandotte cemetery for interment.  Thus another home is saddened, and has the sympathy of their many friends.

 

The Bucklin Herald                                                                                                                  February 17, 1899

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LILE, J. Frank

 

OBITUARY

J. Frank Lile, son of John M. and Mary Jane Lile, was born in Drake township, Macon county, Mo., April 16, 1866, and died Dec. 26, 1946, age 80 years, 8 months and 18 days, having spent all his life in Macon county, Mo.

Feb. 8, 1888, he was united in marriage to Eliza A. Ratliff, to which union one child was born a daughter, Vera Edna.

Thirty six years ago Mr. and Mrs. Lile moved from the farm to their home in Ethel, Mo., although he took an active interest in the business of farming up to the last.

For many years he was an active member of the Primitive Baptist church at Goldsberry, Mo.  In the later years he had found peace that lied deep within the soul.  A peace that storms may shatter for a moment but cannot destroy.

Survived by his widow of Ethel, and his daughter, Vera E. Polson of St. Joseph, Mo., granddaughter Lucille R. Lomax of Montrose, Colo., and great grandchildren Karen Ann and Clayton C. Lomax.  Also one brother, Ira P. Lile and two sisters, Ura Lynch of Goldsberry, Mo., and Vella Greenstreet of Denver, Colo., and several nephews and nieces.

Services were conducted Sunday afternoon at 2 o’clock at the Adventist church by Elder Bryan Adair of Atlanta, Mo.  Interment was made in the Helton cemetery nearby under the direction of the Larson Funeral Service of Ethel, Missouri.

 

The Bucklin Herald                                                                                                                                                                                                       January 2, 1947

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LINDBERG, Anna Sophia (nee Johnson)

Obituary

 

Anna Sophia Lindberg, (nee Johnson,) the subject of this sketch was born in Sweden, May 27th, 1847.  Died at her home north of Bucklin, Mo., Jan. 28th 1912.  Aged 64 years, 7 months, and 2 days.

In the year 1876 she immigrated from her native country and came direct to Missouri, where on June 17th, 1877, she was married to August Lindberg, at Bucklin, Mo.  To this union was born 3 sons and 3 daughters, all grown to manhood and womanhood on the farm 8 miles north of Bucklin, where their mother died.  She had been a great sufferer for years, but had born her sufferings uncomplainly and with Christian fortitude, never murmuring at her lot in life, but leaving all to her Masters will.  In early life she gave her heart to God and lived an earnest and consistent Christian life until the day of her death, dieing happy in the Faith of her Lord whom she so dearly loved.

She leaves to mourn their loss an aged husband, three sons, Hjalmar and Siemon, who resided with their parents, Alvin, of Moline, Ill., Mrs. William Wanlund of Harvey, Ill., and Mrs. Emil Johnson of Moline, Ill., and 8 grand children, (one daughter dying nearly three years ago,) besides a host of friends.

All her children being present at the funeral, which took place at the Swedish Mission Church, on Wednesday evening conducted by Rev. Theodore Clements, of Kansas City, and all that was mortal of Sister Lindberg, was laid to rest in the adjoining Cemetery awaiting the Resurrection Morning.  Peace to her Memory.

 

The Bucklin Herald                                                                                                                                                                                                       February 9, 1912

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LINDBERG, Hjalmar A.

 

OBITUARY

Hjalmar A. Lindberg, son of Mr. and Mrs. John August Lindberg, was born Jan. 20, 1886, on a farm north of Bucklin.  Passed from this life May 7th, 1946, at the Grim-Smith hospital, Kirksville, Mo. after a brief illness with a light stroke and abscess of the brain.

Mr. Lindberg was united in marriage to Miss Inez Thiele June 3, 1914.  To this happy union 9 children were born.  Namely, Mrs. Jewell Brown of St. Catherine, Mrs. Cecil Belfield of Gifford, Cecil Lindberg of Stahl, Mo., Mrs. Harry Francisco of South Gifford, Mrs. Ola Miller of St. Catherine, Virgil, Eva Mae, Evelyn and H. A. Jr., of the home.

When a boy Mr. Lindberg united with South Swede Mission north of Bucklin, then later became a member of the Pleasant Grove Baptist church of which he was a faithful member until the time of his death.  Mr. Lindberg greatest desire was that every one should become Christians. Mr. and Mrs. Lindberg and their family are all members of this church.

 

The Bucklin Herald                                May 9, 1946

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LINDBERG, John

 

A fatal accident occurred at the home of Charles Lindberg, one mile west of Benson, last Wednesday night.  John Lindberg, who lived with his son, Charles, slept upstairs in the same room with his grandchildren.  The children were awakened in the night by flames and smoke and discovered Mr. Lindberg enveloped in flames, standing by the side of the bed, the lamp lying in the bed, which was also in flames.  The fire was extinguished, but Mr. Lindberg was fatally injured, dying Thursday morning at 6 o’clock.  He was born in Sweden 82 years ago.  The funeral was conducted by Rev. Sandeen at the South Swedish Church on Friday afternoon, a large crowd of people attending, many going from this place.

 

The Bucklin Herald                                August 10, 1900

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LINEBERRY, Leander

 

At Rest

Leander Lineberry was born in Carroll County, Virginia, February 1, 1837, and died at his home in Linn County, Missouri, September 14, 1901.

Brother Lineberry professed faith in Christ while only a boy in the state of his birth and united with the M. E. Church and lived a consistent Christian life until the Master called him to his reward in heaven.  Bro. Lineberry was twice married.  His first wife was Priscilla Coulson, of which union one son was born, who survives him.  His present wife was Polly Harmon.  The funeral sermon was preached by the writer at Wyandotte Church last Sunday to a large circle of friends who mourn their loss.  Thus another soul is at rest and while a wife and son mourn with mortals on earth the spirit of husband and father will continue to rejoice with the redeemed in glory throughout the annals of an undying eternity, where age and decline shall never come.  May the Lord bless the mourning ones.

                                                                         L. Sipple

 

The Bucklin Herald                    September 29, 1901

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LINEBERRY, Robert

DIED

Robert Lineberry was found dead by the side of his plow last Friday, April 2nd, 1909.  Robert was 44 years old, seemingly in the bloom of life.  This was a sad shock to the family and surrounding community.  He leaves an aged mother, a wife and four children to mourn his loss.

The decision of the coroner was that he came to his sudden death by heart failure.  The funeral services were conducted by Rev. Dave Edgar, of St. Catherine, at Wyandotte, Saturday at 9 o’clock p.m., after which the remains were laid to rest in this cemetery.

The bereaved family have the sympathy of their many friends.

The Bucklin Herald                    April 9, 1909

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LIPPINCOTT, Edward F.

 

Obituary

Edward F. Lippincott was born in Pike County, Ill., March 15, 1852, departed this life July 29th 1902, at the home of his brother, John F. Lippincott, of near Bucklin.  Ed, as he was commonly called, was one of the unfortunates, having been afflicted from infancy so that his life was in a great measure one of dependence and suffering.  A few months ago he was stricken down with consumption, which greatly increased his care and suffering.  Notwithstanding all this he had made his peace with God, and died in the triumph of a living faith.  Owing to his affliction he was deprived the privilege of extensive service, but it was his to suffer patiently the will of Him for whom he could not labor.  After the services, conducted by the writer, at Wyandotte, in the presence of his brother’s family and goodly number of friends and neighbors, remains were laid to rest in adjoining cemetery, to await the resurrection morning, when he shall be raised in the glorious likeness of him who is the resurrection and the life.  E. H. H.

 

The Bucklin Herald                    August 8, 1902

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LIPPINCOTT, Viola Fern

 

Viola Fern Lippincott

 

Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Lippincott who lives about two and one half miles north west of Bucklin, were called upon to give up in death, their infant daughter, Viola Fern, last Thursday, Oct. 24, at 3:30 p.m.  The child was born May 2nd, 1914 and was therefore five months and thirteen days old.  Little Fern had never been a stout child, but nevertheless was bright smiling babe that brought joy and gladness, and kindled the fondest hopes in the heart of her parents.  But it pleased God to take this precious flower from the home below, and transplant it to the paradise above.

While it is hard for the fond parents to part with their child, let them remember that Gods will is always best.  He doeth all things well.

Our Savior said of little children “of such is the kingdom of God.”  Solomon said;

“My beloved is gone down to his garden,

To the beds of spices.

To feed in the gardens and to gather lilies.”  Song of Sol. 6:2

She is with that happy number of whom it is said, They shall hunger no more; neither thirst any more; neither shall the sun strike upon then nor any heat; for the Lamb that is in the midst of the throne shall be their shepherd, and shall guide them unto fountaining of water of life; and God shall wipe away every tear from their eyes.”  Rev. 7: 16-17

Thank God we do not have to weep as those who have no hope.”

The funeral was from Wyandotte church and the burial in the cemetery adjoining.

 

The Bucklin Herald                    October 23, 1914

 

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LOVETT, Clara Richardson (nee Baker)

OBITUARY

Clara Richardson Lovett, daughter of James and Katherine Baker, was born near Purdin, Mo., Aug. 24, 1867, and died at the home of her daughter Mrs. Ruth James of near Bucklin July 3, 1943, age 75 years, 10 months and 9 days.

She was united in marriage to Frank Richardson, who preceded her death May 24, 1916.  To this union four children were born, namely, Charles Richardson of Callao, Oscar Richardson of Fresno, Calif., Ruth James of Bucklin and Bertie Rulon, who preceded her in death Jan. 1, 1939.

Sept. 11, 1921, she was married to John C. Lovett of Ethel, Mo.  He passed away in May, 1935.

Mrs. Lovett became a member of the Christian church in Shelby in early girlhood and remained a faithful member until death.  She is also survived by 19 grandchildren and 18 great grandchildren and a host of friends who will sadly miss her from the walks of the living.

Funeral services were held at Nester Chapel, about 5 miles west of New Boston Monday, July 5, at 3 p.m. conducted by Rev. H. E. Corbin of Bucklin.  Interment in cemetery nearby under direction of the Larson Funeral Service.

The Bucklin Herald                    July 7, 1943

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LOVETT, Delbert  **

DEATH OF DELBERT LOVETT

Delbert Laughlin, son of Thomas and Sarah Lovett, was born December 11, 1921 at Ethel, Missouri passed away on November 3, 1938 at Brookfield hospital, at the age of 16 years, 10 months and 28 days.

He is survived by his mother, father, two sisters, Mrs. Tony Frisinger, of Ethel and Mrs. Opal Lacer of Bucklin; two brothers, Dennis and Eugene of Bucklin; three nieces Dorothy and Mildred Frisinger of Ethel; and one nephew, Russel Frisinger of Ethel; and other relatives and a host of friends.

Delbert endeared himself to the hearts of those who knew him, and he will be sadly missed by all.

Funeral services were conducted by the Rev. E. M. Hines at 3:30 Saturday afternoon at the Pleasant Grove church.  Interment in the church cemetery.

The Bucklin Herald                    November 10, 1938

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LOZUAWAY, Chloetta Ann

 

OBITUARY

Chloetta Ann Lozuaway, daughter of Charley and Naomi Lozuaway, passed away at the McLarney hospital in Brookfield, Feb. 2, 1945, at 5:25 a.m. at the age of 9 years, 3 months and 12 days.  She was born near Bucklin Oct. 21, 1935.  Chloetta leaves to mourn her father and mother and brother Paul of the home near Bucklin.  Also mourning the loss are the grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Mike Leffler of near Brookfield, Mo., as well as other relatives and a host of friends.

Chloetta was always desirous of being in Sunday school and church.  On Jan. 13th of this year she made a consecration to the Lord and was happy to thank him even in her latest and most troublesome hours.

Funeral services were conducted Sunday, Feb. 4th at the Assembly of God church by the pastor Rev. W. L. Beasley, assisted by Miss Sue Van Wagner.  Interment was in the Masonic cemetery under the direction of the Larson Funeral Service.

 

The Bucklin Herald                    February 8, 1945.

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LUNDEEN, P. C.

Passing of A Pioneer

P. C. Lundeen was born in Blicksberg, Sweden, May 4th, 1839, died at his home south of Bucklin, September 27, 1913, aged 74 years, 5 months and 23 days.

Mr. Lundeen came to America in 1869.  He was married to Louise Stuenkel in 1871, who preceded him to the grave in 1887.

Six children were born to this union, 4 sons and 2 daughters, Mrs. Elif Hanson, Gust, Herman, Louie, Fred and Anna, all of whom survive him.

Funeral services were held Monday, September 29, 1913, at the M. E. church, conducted by Rev. England, after which remains were consigned to their last resting place in the Masonic cemetery.  The bereaved family have the sympathy of the entire community in this their sad loss.

The Bucklin Herald                    October 3, 1913

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