Boeckh, Minna 1874-1944

BOECKH

Posted By: S. Ferrall IAGenWeb volunteer
Date: 6/27/2014 at 21:34:21

Lansing, Ia. - Funeral services for Miss Mina Boeckh, 70, will be held at the German Presbyterian church Friday afternoon. She died at her home Wednesday morning, following a long illness.

She was a daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Edward Boeckh, and was born at Lansing, July 12, 1874. She attended the Lansing schools and spent her entire life here. She was a member of the German Presbyterian church, and was Sunday school teacher for 40 years.

For many years she held an office in the Eastern Star chapter and was a member of the Royal Neighbors. The OES will conduct the burial service.

Miss Boeckh is survived by her sister, Louise, 87, and brother Julius, 79, two nieces, and two nephews. Preceding her in death were three brothers, Edward, Charles and Herman.

~Dubuque Telegraph-Herald, Thursday evening edition, August 24, 1944