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WALKER, William

 

OBITUARY

William Walker, son of Mr. and Mrs. Jesse Walker, was born May 29, 1875, in Lee County, Iowa.

He came to Missouri to make his home.  He has lived in this community for thirty five years, being a farmer by trade.

He was the father of eleven children, four children preceded him in death.

He was a member of the Bucklin Christian church.

He passed away Dec. 20^th, 1945, at his home in South Bucklin after a lingering illness of twenty-two months.

He leaves his wife, Ethel, and daughter, Velma, of the home, Victor Walker, Chillicothe, Mo.; Opal Gaw, Bucklin; Lillian Kitchen, Carrollton; Georgia Mason, Chillicothe; Junior Walker, Denver, Colo.; Pvt. Harleq Walker, overseas; Pvt. Jessie Walker, in an unknown hospital, grandchildren and other relatives.  He will be missed by those who he loved.

Funeral services were held at the Larson Funeral Home Dec. 22, 1945, conducted by Rev. Carl Hoff; LaPlata, Mo., burial was made in the Masonic cemetery.

 

The Bucklin Herald                    December 27, 1945

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WALSH, Peter Francis

 

PETER FRANCIS WALSH

Peter Francis Walsh, well and favorable known resident of Linn county, died at the McLarney hospital Sunday, Feb. 2.  Funeral services were from the Immaculate Conception church in Brookfield, Wednesday morning by Father Mulcahy, with interment in St. Michael cemetery.  Mr. Walsh was born south of St. Catherine, Aug. 13, 1874 and spent the greater part of his life in that community.  He was assessor of Yellow Creek township for six years and Linn county clerk from 1911 to 1915.

 

The Bucklin Herald                    March 6, 1947

 

(Note:  The obit does state Feb. 2 as date of death, but death certificate states March 2.)

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WALTER, Omer

Called Home

Last Friday evening, February 12, 1909, the announcement of the death of Omer Walter came as shock to our people, although he had been in failing health with consumption several years, he had never taken his bed only for a few hours at a time, and the day before he walked from his uncle’s, D. W. Maddox, where he was visiting, to Fred Brunworth’s blacksmith shop.  The morning of his demise, he sent for his father, P. M. Walter, of Bucklin, as he wished to arrange some business matters before the inevitable came.  His father had just arrived and as they were talking, the deceased was seized with hemorrhage and died in a few minutes.

The deceased was born near Musselfork, Chariton county and was 34 years, 3 months and 19 days old at the time of his death.  He had been living in Hardin and Norborne the greater part of the time during the last ten years but the last few months he had been in business in Kansas City.  Omer was a young man who made no enemies but many friends during his short sojourn here below.

Funeral services were conducted Sunday at one o’clock from the Christian Church, by Elder J. F. Dunn, of Richmond, after which the Eagles, of Richmond, took charge of the body for burial.

                                                             Hardin News.

His father, P.M. Walter, will continue the business of his son in Kansas City until he can close it out.

The Bucklin Herald                    February 26, 1909

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WALTERS, Mary Ann (nee Loury)

 

Obituary

 

Mary Ann Loury was born May 29, 1830 near Moorsville and was married to James M. Walters in Nov., 1852.  To this union were born eight children, five sons and three daughters of which the three daughters preceded their mother to the grave.  Mrs. Walter died April 27, 1902 at her home near Wyandotte Church.  Rev. Hogan conducted the funeral at Wyandotte Church Monday Apr. 28.  She leaves many friends and relatives to mourn her death.

 

The Bucklin Herald                    May 2, 1902

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WANLUND, Christine (nee McLood)

 

Obituary

 

Very peacefully and quietly did Mrs. Wanlund answer the death angel’s call in her home in Chicago, Friday a.m. at 9 o’clock April 10, 1914, after an illness of about two years duration having been bedfast since October 1912.

All that loving hands and medical skill could do was done to alleviate her sufferings, but to no avail.

She bore her cross cheerfully, never complaining, and always showing a sense of appreciation for all that was done.

She had as a constant companion the Book of Books and found solace in the promise that in her heavenly home there would be no more suffering.

Eight years ago Mrs. Wanlund with her husband, removed to Chicago to make her home in the city where her children were located.  On Easter morning she was brought back to Bucklin, Mo., to be laid in her final resting place in the Swedish Mission cemetery.  A large circle of friends had congregated there to attend the last sad rites of one who had lived so long in their midst.

The church was decorated with many beautiful flowers and the many beautiful and valuable floral offerings, which accompanied the casket, were carried in by six flower girls.

Her aged husband, two daughters, one son and one son-in-law followed her remains to the grave.  One son was unable to be present on account of illness.

Rev. England of Bucklin delivered the funeral sermon.

Mrs. Christine Wanlund (nee McLood) was born in Sweden, January 6, 1843, thus being 71 years, 3 months and 4 days of age.  She was married to John Wanlund in 1869.  To this union were born six children, four of whom survive her.  Mrs. C. A. Tyden of Chicago, Ill; Mrs. Andy Blom of Harvey, Ill; William Wanlund of Harvey, Ill. and Victor Wanlund of Albuquerque, N.M.  She leaves besides these children, an aged husband and five grandchildren and a host of friends to mourn their loss.

“She sleeps a calm and peaceful sleep awaiting the resurrection day when the dead in Christ shall rise.”

 

The Bucklin Herald                                April 7, 1914

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WARD, Frank

Obituary

Frank Ward was born in Callao, Mo., Oct. 8, 1890 and died at his home in Bucklin, Mo., Dec. 6, 1912, after an illness of two days, of meningitis.  He was married Dec. 11, 1909, to Mattie Morrow of Callao, whom he leaves, with their baby, born Jan. 20, 1912, to mourn her loss.

The body was brought to Callao on No. 5, Saturday.  Funeral services were conducted at the Methodist church conducted by Rev. Karl T. Davis.  Interment Locust Grove cemetery.

The floral offerings were many and beautiful.  Mr. Ward was a telegraph operator, and a beautiful wreath with the emblem of Order of Railway Telegraphers, demonstrating the honor of the union to its deceased member, was received on No. 43, too late for the funeral.  S. B. Thiehoff, Agent, and Operators J. E. and J. T. Nolan from Bucklin accompanied the body to Callao.

Mr. Ward was a young man whose life and conduct suffered no reproach to be on his character.  He was the soul of honor and his friendships were sacred to him.  His death has brought the bitter cup of sorrow to the lips of friends and relatives.  The sympathy of the whole community is extended to the bereaved widow and relatives.—Callao Journal

The Bucklin Herald                    December 20, 1912

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WARNER, Erastus H.

Erastus H. Warner

The subject of this sketch was born in Factoryville, Pa., April 22, 1842, and died at Marceline, September 1, 1909, aged sixty-seven years, four months and ten days.  He was married to Miss Lettie Jane Ackerson, of Wyoming county, Pa., January 27, 1861.  To this union six children were born, five sons and one daughter.  He has seven sisters and two brothers, all of whom, with a devoted wife and mother, and a host of relatives and friends, mourn his loss.

Bro. Warner professed faith in Christ under the ministry of the Rev. Woodcott, about three years before his death.  He called his family to his bedside and requested them to give their hearts to God and prepare for a home in Heaven.

The funeral was preached by the writer in the Methodist Church in Bucklin, Sept. 3, after which the remains were laid to rest in the Masonic cemetery, under the auspices of the G.A.R. Post, of Marceline, of which he was a member.  May the Lord bless and comfort the wife and mother and her children in this sore trial of affliction.

                                                 L. Sipple

The Bucklin Herald                    September 10, 1909

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WARNER, John Davis

OBITUARY

John Davis Warner, son of Erastus and Lettie Warner, was born Aug. 18, 1879, in Linn county, Mo., and departed this life May 30, 1946.

In 1908 he was united in marriage to Miss Myrtle Harris.  One son John D. Jr. was born to this union.  He resided on a farm until 1906, at which time he became a fireman on the Santa Fe railroad.  He was promoted to engineer in 1911 and was in active service until December, 1942.  On account of any injury from which he never fully recovered he was compelled to take his pension in 1943.

He was a member of the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers, the Brotherhood of Locomotive Firemen and Enginemen, the Independent Order of Odd Fellows, the Fraternal Order of Eagles, Ancient Free and Accepted Masons, Scottish Rite Body and Shrine.

He leaves to mourn his passing, his wife and son, one sister Mrs. Jennie Sportsman of Marceline, two brothers Andy and Elisha of Bucklin, a number of nieces and nephews and a host of friends.

He was a kind and loving husband and father and will be missed greatly in this community.

Funeral service was at 2 p.m. Saturday, June 1, 1946 at McLaughlin’s Chapel, conducted by Rev. J. Presley of Macon, Mo.  Masonic service at the graveside.  Burial at Mt. Olivet cemetery.

 

The Bucklin Herald                    June 6, 1946

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WATSON, Anna

Death of Anna Watson

Miss Anna Watson, daughter of Josiah and Rhoda Watson was born in Chariton county, Mo., Jan. 8, 1830, and died April 13, 1913.

Short services were held at the home of James Davenport in Bucklin, Tuesday at 10 o’clock, after which the remains were taken to Wyandotte Chapel, where Rev. C. L. Hess conducted the funeral services in the presence of a large audience.  Interment in Wyandotte cemetery.

The Bucklin Herald                    April 18, 1913

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WATSON, John L.

DEATH OF JOHN L. WATSON

John L. Watson was born in Linn county Missouri, July 18, 1838 and died May 26, 1910.  Age 71 years, 10 months and 26 days.  “Uncle” John, as he was familiarly called by those who knew him best, was an honest, industrious and upright citizen, ready to help in any good cause when appealed to.  He had the distinction of being the first white male child born in Linn County.  He was never married, living with his maiden sister for a number of years, spending the greater part of his life in Bucklin.  He was the youngest of eleven children, of which three remain:  one brother and two sisters.  All was done that medical skill and loving hands could to relieve his suffering.  He died at the home of his niece, Mrs. Wm. Heaton, of Ethel.  The remains were laid to rest in the Wyandotte cemetery in the place he had selected some time ago.  The funeral services were conducted by Rev. H. W. Buckner at Wyandotte church, Saturday, May 28.  To the bereaved ones we would say trust in Christ as our great comforter and live so as to enter those mansions above.  A good man has gone and he will be missed by the community, but mostly by the sister who lived with him so long.

The Bucklin Herald                    June 3, 1910

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WATSON, Mary Ann (nee Dreyer)

Consigned To Jesus

 

It becomes our sad duty to report the funeral of Mrs. Mary Ann Watson, who died at the home of her sister, Mrs. F. C. Shoemaker, in this city, Wednesday, May 22, 1912, aged 56 years, 2 months and 1 days.

Deceased was born in Ringold, Jefferson county, Penn.  She is survived by one son, W. E. Watson; two brothers, Josh Dreyer of Bloomington and Geo. Dreyer of Bloomington; three sisters, Mrs. F. C. Shoemaker of Bucklin; Mrs. J. McLaughlin of Kansas City; Mrs. Lovinia Weant of Kansas City.

The above named relatives were present at funeral.

The services were conducted by Elder Munyon of Macon at the Christian church in this city Friday at 10:00 a. m. Interment in the Masonic cemetery.

The bereaved relatives have the sympathy of a host of friends.  Let them be consoled with the consolation of the assurance of meeting her in a bright beyond.

And when through patient toil we reach the lane

Where tired feet; with sandals housed, may rest,

Then we shall clearly see and understand—

And know at last the truth:  God knoweth best.

 

The Bucklin Herald                    May 31, 1912

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WATSON, William

 

William Watson Killed

 

While William Watson was walking along the Burlington railroad tracks, near the depot, last Friday about noon, he was struck by a freight train and received injuries from which he died Monday night at 10 o’clock.  It seems that Mr. Watson was walking on the main track and when the train approached he stepped onto the siding.  The train was on the sidetrack instead of the main track, as Mr. Watson thought, and he stepped directly in front of it.  He was caught under the engine and dragged some little distance before the train could be stopped.  He was mashed and bruised fatally, although conscious until death relieved his sufferings.

William Watson was born in Bucklin February 22, 1846, and had been a resident of this vicinity ever since, with the exception of three years in Chariton County.  He served as a private soldier in the war of the rebellion, being in Capt. L. Sipple’s regiment for about two years.  Two years ago he united with the Christian Church at this place, under the preaching of Elder Alfred Munyon.  A wife, five children, a father and mother, three brothers and two sisters are left to mourn his death.  The father and mother live in Weatherford, Oklahoma.

Funeral services were held at the Union Church at 3 o’clock Tuesday afternoon, conducted by the pastor, Elder Roberts, of Marceline.  Deceased was a Mason, and this fraternity conducted the burial service, and the remains were laid to rest in the Masonic Cemetery, north of town.

To all who mourn the untimely death of this good man we extend our deepest sympathy.

 

The Bucklin Herald                    November 9, 1900

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WEST, Bessie

 

Noted under Hart Items:

Miss Bessie West died April 3, with lung trouble.  Miss Bessie was an intelligent young girl and loved by all who knew her.  Remains were laid to rest in Cash cemetery.

The Bucklin Herald                    April 11, 1913

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WEST, Charles

Charles West Dead

Chas. West died at his home in this city Wednesday night after a lingering illness with that dreaded disease, tuberculosis.  He is survived by his wife and two sons, Vern and Curtis, also three brothers, George and Silas, of Bucklin, and Ed of St. Joseph, and one sister, Mrs. Minnie Farrar, of Rothville.

The bereaved relatives have the sympathy of the entire community.  Funeral services were held at Zion church Thursday at 2:00 p.m. by Mrs. Hannah Johnson.  Interment in Cash cemetery.

The Bucklin Herald                    March 27, 1925

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WEST, Infant daughter of Ed

 

Hart Items

 

The infant child of Ed West and wife died last Thursday and was buried Friday in the Cash graveyard.  It has indeed been a heavy blow to them and we hardly know how to talk of consolation under so bitter an affliction.  But to think of One who loves little children.  He has prepared a bright and beautiful home beyond the grave, and the spirit of the dear child will only wait a brief period when in sweetness and in love she will meet her mother and father to depart no more.  May God bless you in your hour of sorrow.

 

The Bucklin Herald                    February 28, 1902

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WEST, Infant son of Ed

 

The infant son of Ed West and wife died November 7, aged sixteen months.  The parents have our heartfelt sympathy.

 

The Bucklin Herald                    November 16, 1900

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WEST, Infant son of Will

 

Noted under Hart Items:

 

Died, at the home of his parents December 8, the infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Will West, aged two months.  Carried by the angels to the arms of his Savior, he stands beckoning with little hands to father, mother, sisters and brother through the pearly gates ajar.

“Another little lamb has gone

  To dwell with Him who gave;

Another little darling babe

  Is sheltered in the grave.

 

God needed one more angel child

  Amidst His shining band,

And so he bent with loving smile

  And clasped our darling’s hand.”

 

The Bucklin Herald                    December 31, 1901

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WEST, Mary Catherine (nee Admire)

At Rest

Mary Catherine West, nee Admire, wife of G. W. West, was born in Putnam, Co., Mo., March 12, 1866, and died near Hart, Mo., Sept. 26, 1923, at the age of 57 years, 6 months and 14 days.

She leaves to mourn their loss, a husband and two children.  One son, Willie West of Hart, Mo., and one daughter, Mrs. Mary Hughes of Bevier, Mo.  Two sisters, Mrs. Rosa Lawson of Theron, Mo., and Mrs. Lila Vestal of Unionville, Ia.  Three brothers; Billie Admire of Hart, Mo.; Jas. Admire of Bucklin, Mo.; and Geo. Admire of Melia, Ill., and a host of other relatives and friends.

She was a loving wife and a kind mother.  To know her was to love her.  At her last her desire and prayer was to die, until her Master called her home to dwell with Him in peace.

“His way is best

It leads to rest

My Father planned it all.”

The funeral service was conducted by the writer, from the Zion church, and the remains laid away in the Cash cemetery.  Peace be to her memory.

             Mrs. Hannah Johnson

The Bucklin Herald                    October 5, 1923

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WEST, Mabel Helen  **

SERVICES HELD FOR SMALL DAUGHTER OF CURTIS WEST

Funeral services were held at two o’clock Monday afternoon for Mabel Helen, small daughter of Curtis and Lydia West.  The services were conducted at the Assembly of God church with Miss Sue Van Wagner officiating.  The music was furnished by the choir and Mrs. Carl Williams.  Interment was made in Masonic cemetery.

Mabel Helen was born in Bucklin, July 22, 1937 and departed this life at the age of four years, three months and ten days.  Heart trouble of a severe nature caused the baby much suffering during her brief stay on earth and then God, in His love, took her to be with Him.  One brother preceded her in death.

Surviving are the mother, father, three sisters, Doris, Barbara, and Vivian, all of the home; maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. James Davolt of Bucklin; paternal grandmother, Mrs. Pearl West, also of Bucklin.

The Bucklin Herald                    November 6, 1941

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WEST, William R.

Died

Wm. R. West was born September 12, 1844, and died January 11, 1914, at 8 p.m., being at the time of his death 69 years, 3 months and 28 days of age.

He was married to Liddie Ann Penland February 26, 1866, she died June 30, 1882.

There were born to this union eight children, five of which are living.  On May 6, 1884, he was married to Belle Helton, and to this union was born 10 children, 8 of whom are living.

Deceased was converted about four years ago and became a member of the Baptist Church, and was a devout Christian, loved by all who knew him.

Funeral services were held at his late home in south Bucklin at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 14, conducted by Rev. England, and remains were laid to rest in Zion cemetery.

He leaves to mourn their loss a wife and 13 children and a host of other relatives and friends.

 

The Bucklin Herald                    January 23, 1914

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WHEELER, Eva (nee Bryan)

Death of Mrs. R. J. Wheeler

Mrs. Eva Bryan Wheeler, wife of R. J. wheeler, of Brookfield, died at her home in that city last Saturday afternoon, after a lingering illness and much suffering.  She was born December 29, 1842, and was married to Mr. Wheeler, December 13, 1883.  The remains were taken to Chillicothe Monday where they were interred in the cemetery of her childhood home.  Mr. Wheeler was for many years a resident and one of the leading business men of Bucklin, where he has many friends who are sad at learning of his bereavement.

The Bucklin Herald                    June 26, 1903

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WHEELER, Mrs. Sarah

Buried Here

On Monday afternoon occurred the funeral of Mrs. Sarah Wheeler, (colored) who died at her home in Olathe, Kans., and was brought here for burial.  A son, A. A. Hughes accompanied the body to this city.  Deceased was well known here, having at one time lived on a farm north of town, being at that time the wife of Benjamin Hughes.  This family left Bucklin in 1883 and located in Olathe, Kans., where they have resided ever since.

The Bucklin Herald                    May 22, 1914

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WHISENAND, Addie Lea (nee Caton)

 

ADDIE LEA CATON

 

Addie Lea Caton, daughter of the late Luther T. and Fanny Switzer Caton, was born March 28, 1867, on a farm five miles north of Bucklin.  Here she grew to womanhood and was married to Vesta M. Whisenand in 1895.  To this union was born three children, Chester, Fred and Raymond.  Chester died in infancy.  Early in life Mr. and Mrs. Whisenand moved to North Dakota and established their home, which became permanent.  Since the death of Mr. Whisenand in July 1940, Mrs. Whisenand made her home with her son Fred, in Williston, North Dakota and it was here that ill health took hold of her and after weeks of suffering her life went out October 17, 1946.

The body was brought to Bucklin and funeral services held Sunday afternoon, October 20, at the Methodist church, conducted by Rev. Cash Wyble.  Under the direction of the Larson Funeral Service interment was in the Masonic cemetery besides those “whom she had loved and lost awhile.”

A brother Harry Caton of St. Louis is the only surviving member of the Luther Caton family.

 

The Bucklin Herald                    October 24, 1946

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WHISENAND, Dollie (nee Harlow)  **

Whisenand

The funeral for Mrs. Dollie Whisenand, who passed away at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Orpha Youngker at Chicago, Friday, August 7, 1936, was conducted from the Methodist church at Bucklin by Rev. Sechrist at 2 o’clock Sunday afternoon, and burial made at Union cemetery about 15 miles north of Bucklin.

Dollie Harlow, daughter of James and Malinda Harlow, was born near Bucklin, September 7, 1857, and on January 9, 1876, she was united in marriage with W. E. Jury, and to this union five children were born, of whom two survive, Claude Jury of Chicago, and William E. Jury of Stockton, California.  On October 28, 1885, Mr. Jury died, and on March 25, 1888 she was united in marriage with James Whisenand and five children were born to this union of whom only three survive.  They are Ralph S. Whisenand, of near Bucklin;  Mrs. Orpha Youngker and Mrs. Edith Hammer, of Chicago.  Besides these children she leaves four step children, Everet Whisenand, of Laramie, Wyoming; William and Charles Whisenand, of Marceline, and Vesta Whisenand, of Fargo, North Dakota; one brother, Joseph Harlow of Linneus; and one sister, Mrs. Rannie Wheeler, of Denver; two grandchildren.  The husband, James Whisenand died January 15, 1909.

Mrs. Whisenand left Linn county twenty-three years ago and since that time has made her home with the daughter in Chicago.  A short time ago she suffered a stroke of paralysis which ultimately caused her death.

She united with the Christian church when but 12 years of age and continued the faith until her death.  She was also a member of the Eastern Star.  Mrs. Whisenand was a good mother and a kindly neighbor and had a wide acquaintance in Linn county where she was universally loved and known to almost everyone as “Aunt Dolly.”

The bereaved ones have the sympathy of a large circle of friends in the loss of their mother and sister.

Those from out of the county attending the funeral were:  Mr. and Mrs. J. O. Youngker, Mrs.Edith Hammer and little daughter, Oma Ruth of Chicago, and Mrs. Rannie Wheeler of Denver.

The Bucklin Herald                    August 14, 1936

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WHISENAND, Edward M. 

E. M. Whisenand Taken by Death

Edward M. Whisenand, son of Foster and Sarah Whisenand, was born Nov. 7, 1861 in Macon county.  He passed away May 12, 1941 after a lingering illness of several months.  He was 79 years, six months and five days old.

He was united in marriage Dec. 6, 1885 to Miss Anna Marie Crain of Joplin, Mo., who preceded him in death, March 12, 1931.  To this union five children were born:  R. F. Whisenand of Bucklin, Mrs. Charles Gillespie of Ethel, Mrs. H. D. Brownlee of New Cambria and Delia of the home, all of whom survive.  One daughter, Cassie Beatrice, died in infancy.  He also leaves five grandchildren:  Lloyd, Rice Edward, Robert Howard and Irene Whisenand and Shirley Louise Pritchard.

Mr. Whisenand spent his entire life in this community having moved to the farm where he died when he was married.  He was a member of the Presbyterian church which he joined at an early age.

Funeral services were conducted by Dr. Barton of New Cambria Wednesday, May 14, at 2 p.m. in the Union Chapel church.  As a tribute to Mr. Whisenand, Dr. Barton said, “This church was a second home to him, I am told by neighbors he never missed a service regardless of denomination or creed.  No days work was to long or hard.  No night too dark that he did not wend his way to the little church he loved so well.  As long as his health permitted, if there was to be a service, he had a bright light glowing and a warm fire to greet the many who came and went.

“He often carried the kerosene from his own home and chopped the wood for the fire that all might be in readiness and comfort.  It is fittingly said he loved the little church next to his home and family.”

Burial was made in the near-by cemetery by the side of his wife.

The Bucklin Herald                    May 22, 1941

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WHISENAND, Mac Ivor  **

Whisenand

Mac Ivor Whisenand, second son of Ralph and Winnie Whiseand, was born near Bucklin Mo. on May 31, 1916 and passed away at the Brookfield Hospital on June 12, 1935 at the age of nineteen (19) years and twelve (12) days.

He spent his entire life in the community  which he was born.  After attending the country school he attended the Bucklin High School from which he was graduated in 1933.

It had been Mac’s aim to be a teacher.

His ideals were very high and his standard of living morally clean, an exceptional character in a boy of his years.

Even during his severe illness he showed great courage and at the end expressed his faith by saying that he was ready and prepared to go.

He leaves a devoted mother, father, and brother Elmo, and a grandmother; and numerous relatives and friends, to mourn his loss.

The funeral was conducted at the Methodist Church in Bucklin Friday afternoon by Rev. B. L. Holocomb.  It was  attended by a large number of relatives and friends.  Burial was made in the Bucklin cemetery.

The Bucklin Herald                    June 21, 1935

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WHISENAND, Mary Alice (nee Bowyer)

Union Chapel (News)

 

Mrs. I. R. Whisenand died at her home six miles northwest of Ethel Sunday, Oct. 12^th, at 4:20 o’clock.  She leaves 2 sons and 3 daughters to mourn the loss of a mother.  Aunt Mary, as she was commonly called, was loved by all who knew her.  Funeral services were conducted by Rev. Ford Tuesday afternoon.  Interment in Union Chapel cemetery.

 

The Bucklin Herald                    October 31, 1913

 

Death certificate name Mary Alice (Bowyer) Whisenand

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WHISENAND, May Belle

May Belle Whisenand

A Dear Little Life Gone From Us

May Belle Whisenand was born June 23^rd, 1896, died February 9^th, 1911, aged 14 years, 7 months and 15 days.

Thus is given in brief the history of a sweet little life that went out in a full assurance of the blessed life beyond.  She had made a profession but had not yet been admitted to the church but there is no question of her acceptance with the blessed Savior, as she left ample evidence of the fact.  She was buried in Union Chapel cemetery, Macon county.  The funeral service were conducted by Reverends Ford a close neighbor and Johnson of Callao.

The services were very impressive; six of her girl class mates were the pall bearers.

Charles Whisenand of Marceline, Everett Whisenand of Wyoming and Vesta Whisenand of North Dakota, Mrs. Orpha Yungker of Chicago, Mrs. Ida Roan of LaPlata, Claude Jury and wife of Kansas City, were the kinfolk from a distance who attended the funeral.  She also leaves a single brother Ralph and a single sister are all that are left with the widowed mother to help her bear the heavy load thus laid upon her.

The Herald sincerely joins their many friends in extending sympathy to the bereaved ones.

The Bucklin Herald                    February 17, 1911

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WHISENAND, Naomi  **

Naomi Whisenand a Suicide

Miss Naomi Whisenand, daughter of Mrs. Adrian Whisenand on Boston street, committed suicide by shooting herself with a shotgun at 6:30 Sunday morning.

No reason could be learned from the family this morning for the cause of the young ladies’ rash act.  Her mother was the only other member of the family up at that hour.  She said the girl showed no indications of despondency and that she appeared to be in her usual good spirits.

A roomer staying at the Whisenand home saw the girl from his window and tried to get to her, but before he could get into the yard she had place the gun barrel to her head and pulled the trigger.  The top of her head was blown completely off.  Parts of her skull and hair were found hanging in a tree overhead. ----  Tuesday’s Gazette

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Naomi Whisenand was born in Bucklin, November 8, 1907, and died at the family residence, 717 East Boston street, August 8, 1926, being at the time of her death, 19 years old.

She leaves to mourn her untimely death, the mother, three brothers, John, Sheridan, Iowa; James, of Hart, Missouri, and Henry, of Dixon, Illinois; three sisters, Louise, of Brookfield; Mary Molloy, of Marceline, Missouri, and Ida Molloy, living east of Bucklin.

The funeral service, conducted by Rev. W. E. Anderson, was held at the Bucklin Pentacostal church Tuesday at 2:30 p.m.

Interment in Zion cemetery.

The Bucklin Herald                                August 13, 1926

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WHISENAND, Rachel

 

Obituary

 

Rachel Whisenand was born June 30, 1814; died January 21, 1901.  Aged 86 years, 6 months and 21 days.  Sister Whisenand was brought up by religious parents and could not remember the time she did not love Jesus.  Thus her entire life was given to the service of God.  She was a model woman, a devoted Christian, a faithful wife and a loving mother.  I became acquainted with Sister Whisenand about forty years ago and in all the years of my acquaintance I never knew the time she did not have something to say for the Master—some word of encouragement to cheer one up in the onward march to the better land.  Thus the life of one of God’s children is ended on earth to enter into the rest prepared for His children in the spirit world where His children will bloom in perpetual youth forever, where pain and death are felt and feared no more.  Funeral services were conducted by Revs. Sipple and Hurley at the Methodist Church.  May the Lord bless the bereaved family.  L. Sipple

 

The Bucklin Herald                                February 1, 1901

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WHISENAND, Vesta M.  **

SERVICES HELD FOR V.M. WHISENAND

Vesta M. Whisenand, son of James and Mary Whisenand, was born Oct. 20, 1874, and died Thursday, July 18, 1940, at his home in Prosper, N. D., age 65 years, 8 months and 28 days.

Funeral services were held July 22, 1940, from the Larson Funeral chapel and were conducted by the Rev. Alfred Munyon of Marceline.  Interment was made in the Masonic cemetery.

He was reared on a farm ten miles north of Bucklin where he remained until his marriage on Oct. 9, 1894 to Miss Addie Lee Caton.  To this union three children were born, Chester R. who died in infancy, Freddie of Williston, N. D., and Raymond C. of Seattle, Wash.  He moved to Anamoose, N. D., about 1901 and lived in that state until his death.  Besides his wife and two sons, he leaves three brothers, Everett of Laramie, Wyo., William and Charles of Marceline, one half-brother, Ralph of Bucklin, two sisters, Orpha Dayle of Galesburg, Ill., and Edith Hammer of Chicago, and many other relatives.

He was always a devoted, loving father and a friend to everyone.  He will be greatly missed by his wife, children and friends.

The Bucklin Herald                    July 25, 1940

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WHITAKER, Thomas

Thomas Whitaker

Thomas Whitaker was born in Yorkshire, England, September 8, 1824, and died September 21, 1909, in Beaver City, Nebraska, aged 85 years and 13 days.  He came to this country when 22 years of age and settled in Livington county, New York, afterward removing to Alleghany county, New York, where he engaged in farming, and at the age of 34 years removed to St. Joseph county, Michigan, where he began the study of law.  He enlisted in 1861 with the 8^th Michigan regiment, and later was transferred to the regular army.  After his discharge from the army, he completed the law course at Ann Harbor, and practiced his profession at Linneus, Mo., where he was admitted to the bar.  In 1871 Mr. Whitaker was elected judge of the court of common pleas of Missouri, which position he held until 1881.

Before leaving England, he was married to Miss Charlotte Hatfield.  Of this marriage were born two children, John C. and Edith M. Whitaker.  Mrs. Whitaker died in June 1865.  In 1870 Mr. Whitaker was married to Miss Elmira Owenby, a native of Virginia.

Mr. Whitaker was long a prominent man in the community where he lived, was profound in his knowledge of law, zealous in his quest of knowledge and clear and forcible in statement.  Religiously his history may be stated briefly.  Before leaving England he became a member of the Church of England, and afterward in this country he became a member of the Methodist church.  His last years were spent in the home of his daughter, Mrs. J. T. Nickerson.  Peace be to him and may he receive the reward of the faithful.

The Bucklin Herald                    October 1, 1909

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WHITE, Addie A. (nee Harriman)

Mrs. Addie A. White Dead

The funeral of Mrs. Addie A. White, who died in Kansas City Saturday morning, was held at her late residence in North Bucklin, yesterday afternoon at 2:00 o’clock, conducted by Rev. W. H. Johnston of Callao.  Interment in the Masonic cemetery.

Deceased went to Kansas City some four weeks ago to take treatment at the St. Joseph hospital and was, a few days before her death, reported to be getting better.  On Friday a message was received here by her relatives that she growing worse and her daughter, Mrs. Joe Nolan, and her brother, Chas. Herriman, immediately left for Kansas City.  Saturday morning they started home with the sick woman, but she died on the train before they had gotten very far from the Union station.  The train was run back to the station and the body removed and taken to the O’Donel undertaking rooms and prepared for shipment.  The body arrived here Saturday night and lay in state at the home until Thursday awaiting the arrival of her son Frank, who came from Berkley, Cal., to attend the funeral.

The bereaved relatives has the sympathy of the entire community in this their sad hour.

The Bucklin Herald                    November 18, 1912

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WHITE, Margaret E. (nee Ballard)

 

OBITUARY

 

Margaret E. Ballard, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ward Ballard, was born April 29, 1899 and departed this life Dec. 16, 1946.  She spent her life near Bucklin, Mo.  She was a member of the Wyandotte Methodist church.  On March 22, 1935 she was united in marriage to Everett W. White.

She is survived by her husband and father and three brothers, Ray of St. Joseph, Mo., Myron and Edmon of W. Swan and Mrs. R. W. Ramsey preceded her in death, her nieces and nephews and a host of relatives and friends mourn her passing.

The funeral was Dec. 18 at the Wyandotte Methodist church with the pastor Cash Wyble in charge.  Burial was at Wyandotte.

 

The Bucklin Herald                    January 2, 1947

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WHITE, Nancy I. (nee Nester)

Obituary

 

The subject of this sketch, Mrs. Nancy I. White, was born near New Boston, Linn county, Mo., July 28, 1866, died July 9, 1911, aged 44 years, 11 months and 12 days.  She was united in marriage with Robert H. White, December 28, 1888.   To this union six children were born, four daughters and two sons.  She made a profession of faith in the Savior when was 18 years old and was received into the fellowship of the Baptist church.  Subsequently she was married and moved to this community, and later became a member of the New Harmony church in which she lived a faithful, Christian life.  She leaves a devoted husband, 4 daughters and 2 sons, one brother, Mr. W. R. Nester; two sisters, Mrs. John P. Davolt and Mrs. H. A. Byler; a number of relatives and a large circle of friends to mourn the loss they have so recently sustained in her death.  During her long and last illness, the love and respect with which she was held in the community, was shown by the untiring devotion of her Christian friends, and as long as she had strength she would greet them with a smile and an effort to converse.  All that medical skill and loving hands could do was done in vain.  Nothing but death could relieve her sufferings.  Her life and daily walk was a fitting example for all who knew her to imitate, as we continue to sojourn through this life.  We are taught in God’s word that those who obey His word shall have eternal life, and she is now rejoicing around the great white throne of God.  Could we but lift the veil and behold her radiant face we would exclaim:  “Blessed ar they who die in the Lord.”  She is not dead but liveth, and if we will only hold out faithful, as our dear sister has done, we will son meet her in that happy land where tears and parting are no more.  Let us dry our tears of sorrow and grief.  ‘Tis well with her.  Let us only strive to meet her where she has gone, and all will be well with thee.

Funeral services were conducted from the New Harmony church at 3:00 p. m., July 10, by Elder Munyon of Macon.  After service and viewing the remains of Sister White for the last time on earth, she was followed by a large concourse of relatives and friends to the Bell cemetery at which place the body was laidd to rest to await the sounding of the trumpet on the morning of the resurrection, when the dead who die in the Lord will be called forth from the dark grave where no sorrow and sadness will be found.

                                                                                     Isaac C. Kelso

The Bucklin Herald                    July 14, 1911

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WHITE, Raymond

 

Drowned at New Cambria

 

The body of Raymond White, aged 11 years, son of W. R. White a citizen of New Cambria, was found in the mill pond at that place last Saturday.  He had been skating but had removed his skates and has gone onto that portion of the pond where the ice had been cut.  The ice gave way and he slipped in.  No other person saw the accident and it is unknown how long the body had remained in the water.

 

The Bucklin Herald                    January 9, 1903

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WHITE, Sarah Edna (nee Buck)

Obituary

Sarah Edna Buck, was born June 2, 1872 at their home in Linn Co. Mo., and died at her home in same Co., Dec. 22, 1911, being 39 years, 6 months and 20 days of age.

She was married to Sam White, Dec. 12, 1892.  To this union were born 7 children, 5 boys and 1 girl, all of which still live to mourn the loss of a loving mother.  Besides the children and husband, she leaves an aged mother, three brothers and one sister, with a host of other relatives and friends to join them in mourning their loss.

She was converted and united with the Methodist Church at Marceline.  She was a devoted wife, a loving kind mother, and a good neighbor.

Her death came very suddenly, only being sick just a very short time, her suffering was intense, but borne with patience.

All was done that loving hands and medical skill could do to bring her back to health, but the grim monster, death, claimed her.  She never gave up hope of recovery, until it was too late to leave any special parting message, but her faith and trust in God, was not weakened by her suffering.

Funeral services were held at Wyandotte Church, Saturday morning, conducted by Rev. H. W. Buckner, pastor of the M.E. Church, at Shelbina.  Interment in the Wyandotte Cemetery.

The Bucklin Herald                    December 29, 1911

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WILLIAMS, Hattie A. (nee Dye)

 

Died at Sanitarium

 

Last Sunday W. A. Williams of Ethel passed through Bucklin on his way to St. Joseph, where he was called on account of the death of his wife, who had gone the week before to take treatment at a private Sanitarium.

He said just a few days before Mrs. Williams had jumped from a second story window of the building and sustained a broken ankle.  The foot, he said, was amputated, but it seems that gangrene set up, and on Sunday morning she died from that poisoning.

The body was brought back to Ethel, Monday, and funeral services were held Tuesday at Union Chapel near New Boston, after which the remains were laid to rest in the nearby cemetery.  The writer has known this highly esteemed family for many years, and we extend to the bereaved family our heartfelt sympathy in this their sad loss.

 

The Bucklin Herald                    May 16, 1913

 

(Death certificate states the name Hattie A. Williams, father’s name Dye.)

 

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WIGGANS. John Wesley

J. W. Wiggans

John Wesley Wiggans died at his home in South Bucklin Sunday, August 2^nd.  Aged 60 years 10 months and 28 days.  He was born near Elmer, Macon County, Mo., Sept. 4, 1853.  He was married to Annie Moore, March 8^th, 1874.  To this union was born three children:  Arthur Lee, Cora Myrtle and William Hensley, all of whom with the wife were at his bedside when he passed away.  With the passing Mr. Wiggans removes one of Bucklins most respected citizens.  Funeral services were held Monday at 2:00 o’clock at the Christian Church, conducted by Rev. Ford of New Boston.  Burial in Masonic Cemetery.

The Bucklin Herald                    August 7, 1914

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WILLIAMS, Gladys May

Noted under Union Chapel:

Gladys May the 2 year old daughter of J. S. and Rachel Williams died at their home in Stratton Colorado, the 9^th day of December, 1913.  The body was brought here for burial, and funeral services were conducted at Union Chapel Saturday, the 13^th.

The Bucklin Herald                                December 19, 1913

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WILLIAMS, Isabelle (nee Compton)  **

OBITUARY

Isabelle Compton Williams was born near Marceline, Mo., March 19, 1859.  She departed this life July 5, 1943, age 87 years, 3 months, 16 days.

In 1875 she was married to Samuel Williams.  To this union 9 children were born, 3 of whom preceded her in death.

Mrs. Williams lived in this vicinity all her life, except the past 10 years, which she spent in the home of her daughter Mrs. Julia Cober of Vibberd, Mo.  Early in life she united with the Holiness church and retained that faith until her death.

She is survived by her husband Samuel Williams, six children, namely, Norman C.  of Kansas City, Mo., Mrs. Julia Cober of Vibberd, Mo., Mrs. Cleora Timms of Belton, Mo., Arthur Williams of St. Joseph, Luther Williams of Callao and Dewey Williams of Kansas City.  Also 11 grandchildren, 11 great , grandchildren and one great, great, grandchild and one nephew who is in the service in Australia.

Funeral services were held at the Larson Funeral Home Tuesday, July 6, at 2:30 p.m., conducted by Rev F. M. Tibbs.  Also a brief service was held at the grave.  Burial in the Wyandotte cemetery.

The Bucklin Herald                    July 7, 1943

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WILLIAMS, Sarah Elender (nee West)  **

Obituary

Sarah Elender West was born Feb. 13, 1885, and departed this life on June 5, 1926, aged 41 years, 8 months and 23 days. 

She was united in marriage to John W. Williams of Bucklin on Oct. 12, 1908.  To this union was born four children.  One little girl died in infancy, and three survive as follows:  Lawrence Raymond aged 16, Mabel Lora Ann aged 12, and Clarence Otto aged 8.  These together with her husband, mother (Isabel Packham), two brothers, Ross West, of Rothville, Mo.; Ben West, of Harmony, Ill.; three sisters, Stella West, of Bucklin, Susie Ash, of Pontoosue, Ill.; Clara Drain, of Burlington, Ia.; also three half brothers, Silas James and George, of Bucklin; and Ed of St. Joseph, Mo.; one half sister, Minnie Farrer, of Wellsville, Kansas, and a number of other relatives and friends are left to mourn their loss.  Her father, one sister and three brothers preceeded her in crossing the line of worlds.

In a meeting last fall, Sarah realized her need of salvation, found her way to the alter and accepted Jesus as her Savior.  Among the last words she spoke to her brother sitting at her bedside were:  “Don’t worry about me, I’m ready.”  So we “grieve not as those who have no hope.”  God doeth all things well.

The funeral service was conducted by the writer on Sunday at 2 p.m. out at the Zion church and the body laid to rest in the adjoining cemetery to await the dawning of the great resurrection morn.

             Mrs. Hannah Johnson

The Bucklin Herald                    June 11, 1926

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WILLIAMSON, Lucy (Mrs.)

OBITUARY

Mrs. Lucy Williamson was born in Greene County Kentucky, April 18^th, 1824.  Died in Bucklin, Mo., April 15^th, 1908.  Aged 83 years, 11 months and 27 days.

She was married in Kentucky, where all her children were born.  About fifty years ago she and family came to Missouri, locating at once on the farm they have since occupied, in the south-west part of Bucklin.  She is survived by four sons, two daughters and nine grand children.  All were present at the funeral except one grand child Mrs. F. W. Hawkins of Fremont, Nebraska, who did not receive the word in time to attend.

The funeral was held at the house Thursday the 16^th conducted by Rev. C. W. Herley of Brookfield.  The remains were laid to rest in the Masonic Cemetery at 3 o’clock.

The Bucklin Herald                    April 24, 1908

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WILSON, Arleta Waverly 

WILSON OBITUARY

Arleta Waverly Wilson, born December 18, 1930, passed away Feb. 15, 1937, after a very sudden attach of appendicitis.  She was rushed to the Laughlin hospital at Kirksville where she under went an operation in vain.

She was six years, 1 month, and 27 days old.  The daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Orley Wilson.

She leaves in sorrow both father and mother, baby sister, Reva Carrol, grand-parents, Mr. and Mrs. Dolph Wilson, Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Tallman, also two great-grand-mothers, Mrs. Josephine Wilson, Peavler and Mrs. Nancy Ellen Davis.

The Bucklin Herald                    February 26, 1937

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WINDLE, Ida May (nee Simpson)

Death of Mrs. A. C. Windle

Mrs. A. C. Windle passed away at the family home here last Monday, August 29, 1927.  She had been in ill health for some time but was not considered in an alarming condition until Saturday when was taken suddenly worse and soon lapsed into unconsciousness remaining in that condition to the end.

Ida May Simpson was born in Portsmouth, Ohio, November 25, 1878.  Came to Missouri in 1885, the family settling near New Cambria.  Was united in marriage to A. C. Windle in 1895.  To this union was born one daughter, Dorothy Lee, who with the husband and father survives.  She became a member of the Christian church in 1907 and remained in the faith to the end.

She leaves to grieve her departure the husband and daughter, Mrs. James Townsend, two grandchildren, Genevia and Charlene Townsend, five sisters, Dora Rhodes, New Cambria; Daisy Mason, New Cambr1a, Elizabeth Saturley, Tullvania, Mo.; Pansy Frazier, Dixon, Ill.; and two brothers, Garfield Simpson, Johnston City, Ill.; and Alex Simpson, New Cambria, all of whom have the sympathy of the entire community.

Funeral services were held at the home Wednesday afternoon, conducted by Rev. Thomas, of Brookfield, and the remains laid away in the Laclede cemetery by Director Thorne.

As a mark of respect to the family the business houses closed during the funeral hour. – Laclede Blade.

The Bucklin Herald                    September 9, 1927

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WITT, John

Obituary

John Witt was born in Howard county, Mo., Oct. 7, 1830, and died at his home in Macon county, Mo., Sept. 12, 1912 at the age of 82 years, 11 months 5 days.  He came to Macon county in 1851 and was married to Nancy D. Brammer June 15, 1853.  To this union four children was born, only one living, three having preceded him.

He became a member of the United Bretheren church in an early day, but afterward changed his membership to M. E. church at Mount Zion.  He was sick only a short time with that dreadful disease, dropsy, but bore his sickness patiently.  He would often say, “it won’t be long, but would rather go than to suffer so.”  He lived daily a true Christian life, and was always willing to do his part in anything that was right, and was a devoted husband, kind to all around him, and was loved by all who knew him.  It was never known if any one ever said ought against him.

He leaves a wife, one daughter, thirteen grand children, sixteen great grand children, and a host of friends to mourn their loss.

                         Written by a Grandson

The Bucklin Herald                    October 4, 1912

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WITT, Nola (nee Cook)

Obituary

Miss Nola Cook was born August 22, 1880 and died Dec. 11, 1911.  Aged 31 years, 3 months, 19 days.

She was a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. P. Cook of near Ethel, Mo., was united in marriage to Alvon Witt, of Bucklin, in the year of 1902.  To this union one son was born.

She was converted and became a member of the Christian Church in 1901, living a devoted Christian life until the end.  She was much loved and respected by everyone who knew her.

Deceased leaves husband, son, father, mother, 5 brothers, 4 sisters and a host of relatives and friends, who mourn her departure.

Short funeral service was held at the home, and from there she was taken to the White Oak church, where Elder Munyon, of Macon, conducted the funeral services.  Interment was made in the cemetery there.

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 wisdom has recalled

  The boon His love had given

And though the body slumbers here,

  The soul is safe in Heaven.

The Bucklin Herald                    December 22, 1911

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WOLFSKILL, George J.

George J. Wolfskill

George J., son of George and Jane Wolfskill, was born March 22, 1846, in Howard County, Mo.  Departed this life August 24, 1924, aged 78 years, five months and two days.

Mr. Wolfskill came to this community in 1851 when but a small boy.  He made his home in this community since that time.  He grew into a respected and honored citizen and his passing is a sorrow to his family and great company of friends.

He went out to the spirit world after an illness of only a few hours.  It had been his desire to thus pass on without any lingering illness.

Two brothers, Columbus and Frank, one half brother, James Posey, and a half sister, Mrs. Sarah Minnich, survive him.  Two brothers and two sisters have preceded him to the great beyond.  There are also three nephews, two nieces and a host of relatives who are left to mourn his departure.

Mr. Wolfskill was one of the oldest citizens of the community and is very highly spoken of his kindness to his neighbors.

The funeral service was conducted at the Methodist church by Rev. J. A. Medley, pastor, at 2 o’clock p.m. Aug. 25^th, in Bucklin.

The burial was in the Masonic cemetery.

The Bucklin Herald                    August 29, 1924

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WOLFSKILL, Ray

RAY WOLFSKILL DIED

Ray Wolfksill, son of Mr. and Mrs. Fred Wolfskill of Marceline died of membranous croup, Monday morning.  Age about 5 years.  Mr. and Mrs. Wolfskill have the sympathy of their many friends, in this their sad bereavement, the loss of their only child.

They were visiting at the home of his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Wolfskill, at the time of the child’s death.

The Bucklin Herald                    October 28, 1910

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WOLFSKILL, William A.  **

Wm. A. Wolfskill Taken by Death

William A. Wolfskill was born Nov. 2, 1896 two miles north of Bucklin.  He was the son of Columbus C. and Sarah M. Wolfskill and the youngest of four boys.

He lived in Bucklin his entire life.  He joined the United States navy in July 1918 and served for the duration of the war.

Funeral services were held Sunday afternoon at the Methodist church with the Rev. E. M. Hines officiating.  Burial was made in the Masonic cemetery.

Surviving are two brothers, Arthur J. and Charles W., and two half-sisters, Carrie E. Wolfskill and Florence M. Mendenhall, all of Bucklin.  He was preceded in death by Albert Grover, who died in 1908.  A host of friends and relatives will mourn his loss.

The Bucklin Herald                    November 21, 1940

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WRIGHT, Amanda F. (nee Burnett)

Obituary

Amanda F. Burnett, was born in Canal County, Va., Dec. 10^th 1858, and departed this life Jan. 4^th 1912, aged 53 years and 24 days.

She was married to Thomas C. Wright, June 8^th, 1879.  To this union ten children were born, two dying in infancy, eight children surviving her, four boys and four girls.

Mrs. Wright united with the Methodist Church in early life, and has been a constant Christian, faithful in her profession and loyal to her church.  She was a true and faithful wife, a devoted mother, loving her family, and prayed that she might raise her children, and see them following the Christ she loved.

Sister Wright, had been a sufferer for 11 years, but bore her suffering with patience, and was cheerful in her affliction.

She had been confined to her bed for the last four weeks knowing she could not recover.  She died in great peace with God, her maker.

She leaves to mourn her departure a husband, eight children, a father, one brother, one sister, eight grandchildren and a host of friends.

To her love one we would say, “weep not as those who have no hope.”  As she said, “you will know where to find me, when life is ended and days work done.”

Funeral services were held at the Methodist Church, Friday, Jan. 5^th at 2 p.m., conducted by Rev. C. L. Hess, assisted by Rev. J. W. Smith.

The Bucklin Herald                    January 12, 1912

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WRIGHT, Fredrick L.

Obituary

 

Fredrick L. Wright, was born in Bucklin, Mo., February 7, 1892, and was a school boy in the Bucklin school for a number of years, but some few days ago he with his parents moved to Chillicothe where he learned the electric trade and it was Tuesday October 17, 1911, while at work, he meet with the grim reaper death.  He was tending some wires on a pole and in some way came to contact with a live wire killing him instantly.

Deceased was aged 19 years, 8 months and 10 days old.  He leaves a father and mother, two brothers and a host of relatives and friends to morn their loss.

The body was brought here on No. 4, Thursday and the funeral took place at the Methodist church, conducted by Rev. C. L. Hess of this place.

The large floweral offerings were beautiful and showed that he was a young man of high esteem among his friends.

Interment was in the Masonic Cemetery.

 

The Bucklin Herald                    October 20, 1911

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WRIGHT, Lavon Eugene  **

Obituary

Lavon Eugene, only son of Lewis and Retha Wright, was born January 18, 1926 at Bucklin, Mo.  He departed this life on March 11, 1935 after suffering 31 days with pneumonia fever.  He was 9 yrs., 1 mo., 21 days old.  Just another flower blossomed on earth to bloom in heaven.  He will be sadly missed by his friends and little playmates.  A great vacancy will be felt in the hearts of his parents.  Besides his parents he leaves to mourn their loss his grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Perry Wright, South Gate, California, and Mr. and Mrs. George Dowell, a half-sister, Fern Mattingly, a half-brother, Russell Wolfskill, and a host of other relatives and friends.

We will often sit and think of him

When we are alone;

For memory is the only thing,

That grief can call its own

He never failed to do his best;

His heart was true and tender

He toiled so hard for those he loved

And left them to remember.

Funeral services were held from the Christian Church Tuesday afternoon at 2 o’clock conducted by Alfred Munyon, of Marceline.  Burial in the Old Cemetery.

The Bucklin Herald                    March 15, 1935

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WYETT, Ross Milton

At Rest

On December 13^th, 1886, in our beautiful city of Bucklin, was born to Milton and Mina Wyett, a son.  The child grew and was named Ross Milton Wyett.  Here he grew almost to man’s estate, leaving here with his mother and sisters about four years ago.  They went to Kansas City, where they made their home.

About two years ago it was discovered the fell disease consumption, had fastened upon him.  He spent much time and money in travel, hoping a change of climate would be beneficial.

Some six months ago he went to New Mexico for his health.  The change not producing the desired effect, he came home two weeks ago, feeling that his time had come.

The end came last Saturday, May 8^th.  He was 22 years 4 months and 25 days old.  The remains were brought on no. 4, Burlington, Tuesday.  They were taken at once to the Methodist church, where the funeral services were conducted by Rev. H. W. Buckner.

The floral tributes on the casket were very beautiful.  The church was filled by the many friends of the family.  Interment in the Masonic Cemetery.

During his last illness he gave evidence the he was at peace with God, and expressed a desire to unite with the church and partake of the Sacrament.  But his weakened condition made this impossible.  He leaves a mother, a grandmother, two sisters and two brothers to mourn his departure.  But it is good to know that he is now where pain and suffering are at an end.  Sickness, sorrowing, sighing and pain are now things of the past with him, for “God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes.”

The Bucklin Herald                    May 14, 1909

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YOUNG, William A.

 

Departed this Life

 

All that is born must die.  So it is with man, who comes forth in the pride of his strength, his cheeks glow with beauty, his limbs are full of activity, he walks, runs, and leaps and rejoices of his life.

We return and behold life departs from him, death is abroad in the land and is a part of the works of the Almighty.

But there is another work of the Almighty, in the glorious beyond, where the soft Zephyrs of His divine Grace stays among the ‘spirits of the everlasting where all is life, beauty and joy.’

William A. Young, was born in Tazee County, Virginia, August 2, 1837, died at his home in South Bucklin, April 15, 1911, at 12:50 a.m. age 73 years, 7 months and 18 days.

Short services were conducted at the residence at 9 o’clock Sunday morning, and the funeral, conducted by Rev. Wood, of Linneus, took place at Pleasant Grove Church, ten miles north of Bucklin at 2 o’clock in the afternoon.

Deceased had suffered some time with a complication of stomach and bowel trouble and on the eighth of this month suffered a broken leg, while riding on the side of a wagon when his left foot became entangled in a high pile of wire, pinning his leg over the wagon wheel.

Since this accident deceased gradually grew weaker and from the complication of disease and broken limb he finally gave away to death.

Deceased had been married twice, his former and child having died prior to his marriage to Mrs. Sarah Baker, which wedding took place March 6, 1867, of which union three children were born who are living:  Mrs. Geo. Lineberry, of Green City, Mrs. Ada Coulson of Los Angeles, California, and Geo. Young, of St. Catherine; and a stepson, John Baker, of Ingersoll, Oklahoma, three of his own children having preceded him to the grave.

Deceased professed faith in Christ some thirteen years ago and has ever been a devoted Christian worker of the Baptist denomination.  Brother Young, lived a peaceful Christian life, as he was kind and forgiving and loved his God and his fellow men of which sentiment sand deep into his heart until his peaceful end.

A good man has gone, peace be to his dust.

A flower blooms beneath the skies,

To God its trust upholds,

Though cold in death it silent lies;

But with its God beyond the skies,

Its leaves again unfold.             

                                                 M.C.C.

 

The Bucklin Herald                    April 21, 1911

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YORK, Dewey Nelson

 

DEWEY NELSON YORK.

 

Dewey Nelson York, son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Joseph York, pioneer settlers in this section, was born in Bucklin, January 28^th, 1899 and died November 20^th, 1942.  Age 43 years, 9 months and 12 days.  He was found dead in the coal mine where he had been working for some time, about noon Friday.  Some men came upon his body and to all appearances death was caused by a heart attack, to which he had been subject to lately.

Mr. York was married to Miss Lydia Sebol of Bucklin, May 19^th, 1927 and to this union two children were born, one dying at babyhood.  He is survived by his family as follows:  his wife and one daughter, Anna May of the home, three brothers, Henry York and Joe York of Bucklin, and John York of Ames Kansas.  Two sisters, Mrs. Anna Schneider of Nokomis, Illinois and Mrs. Grace Green of Bucklin, also three half brothers, Jessie Payne, Lawrence Payne, and Edgar Payne of Brookfield and one half sister, Mrs. Flossie Admire of Brookfield.

Mr. York was a good man in every way.  He will be greatly missed by this community.  He served as Sexton of the cemetery here for the past few months and here he endeared himself to every one by the tenderness which he cared for this sacred place.  He was indeed a good man.

Funeral services were held at the Methodist Church in Bucklin, Sunday November 22^nd, at 2:00 p.m. conducted by Rev. H. E. Corbin, and interment in the Bucklin Cemetery.

 

The Bucklin Herald                    November 26, 1942

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YOUNT, J. M.

Obituary

J. M. Yount, was born in Vermilion Co., Ill. and moved from there with his parents, coming to Missouri in the year 1866, where he resided until his death which took place at his home in St. Catherine, Mo., March 17, 1908.  He leaves a wife, one son, three brothers, one sister and other relatives to mourn his loss.

Mr. Yount, has been a great suffer for some time with that dreaded disease consumption.  But our loss is his eternal gone.

The funeral was conducted at Methodist Church at this place by Rev. O. B. Lane, of the Freewill Baptist Church.  His remains were laid to rest in the beautiful cemetery at Bucklin Mo.

One holy name he blesses,

Partakes on holy food,

And to one hope he presses,

With every grace ended.

The Bucklin Herald                    March 27, 1908

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YOUNT, Silas M.

 

Passing of a Prominent Citizen

 

The accident which caused the death of S. M. Yount was quite a shock to the citizens of Bucklin and vicinity.

Last Saturday evening Mr. Yount started to drive cows about his barn lots and was riding bareback.  He had gone a few rods when the horse began to prance and rear, throwing him to the ground.  As he fell the horse kicked him in the groin with both feed and afterwards stepped on his side.  The injury was a very severe one, which he knew from the start, he could not survive.  He died Monday evening after having suffered the most excruciating pain for more than two days.  Mr. Yount with his family lived on an excellent farm three miles north of Bucklin.

Deceased was born in Vermillion county, Illinois, and served the Union as a soldier throughout the civil war.  He located in Linn county in 1869, and was married in the following year.  He leaves a wife and six children.  He has two brothers, S. G. and B. F. Yount, living in the city, a brother in Brookfield and a sister, Mrs. H. Douglas of Pleasant Hill, Mo., who attended the funeral.

Deceased was 63 years of age.  The funeral was held at the home, Tuesday afternoon, conducted by Rev. Willcutt, an M.E. minister of Marceline and the remains were interred in the Masonic cemetery.  Deceased was one of Linn county’s best citizens and leaves a wide circle of friends whose sympathy will be extended to the bereaved family.

 

The Bucklin Herald                    April 24, 1903

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