LOEPER, Max died 1875

LOEPER, LEOPER, GEORGII

Posted By: S. Ferrall - IAGenWeb volunteer
Date: 9/24/2023 at 18:58:11

Died, at his residence in this city, on Sunday evening, the 16th inst., of consumption, Mr. Max Loeper; aged 31 years.

So sudden and unexpected was Mr. Loeper's death that but few of our citizens knew of his illness until Sunday morning, when he was reported to be dying. He had been a resident of our city for less than a year, yet by his affable and pleasing address and gentlemanly demeanor he readily made many friends who sorrow deeply at his sudden death.

The disease which caused his death has been troubling him for years past, and there was no help for him. Mr. Loeper was born in Coblentz, Germany and came to this country many years ago. He studied medicine for a number of years, and during our rebellion he went into the army and served for some time as a surgeon. His father now resides at Indianapolis, Ind., and is a prominent and successful physician there.

Mr. Loeper went to Prairie du Chien several years ago under an engagement as leader of the German Singing Society of that place, which he filled to the utmost satisfaction of the Society. He was a thorough instructor, and his musical skill with the piano was rapturous and enchanting.

About three years ago he was married to Miss Georgii, a most estimable young lady, of Prairie du Chien. He came to Lansing last fall to fill an engagement as leader of the German Singing Society, since which time he has resided here.

His funeral took place on Monday afternoon and was largely attended, the Singing Society attending in procession and performing their beautiful burial service. His loss will be sadly felt in this city, particularly in the musical circles.

His wife will return immediately to her parent's home in Prairie du Chien, and the heartfelt sympathy of this entire community goes with her.

~North Iowa Journal, Wednesday, August 18, 1875; pg 3

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Notes: Max Loeper, age 28, b. Deutschland, occupation Music Teacher, was living in the family of W.S. Perry (another teacher) in Prairie du Chien, WI on the 1870 U.S. census. Per Wisconsin marriage records (ancestry .com) he was married to Otilia Georgii on 12/27/1872 in Prairie du Chien, WI

His memorial on the F-A-G site gives DOD a year after stated in the obit, and an incorrect place of death.

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Add'l info.:
Sale of Household Goods
The household goods of the late Max Loeper will be sold at public auction, next Saturday. The goods consist of tables, chairs, beds and bedding, piano, &c.

Mr. F. Schiek will settle up the business affairs of the late Max Loeper, and all persons having claims against the estate will please present them to Mr. S.

~North Iowa Journal, Wednesday, August 25, 1875; pg 3

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Added by S. Ferrall 4/2/2024:

The remains of Mr. Max Leoper [sic], who died in this city about two years ago, were taken to Prairie du Chien yesterday, for reinterment. Mrs. Leoper resides in that city hence the removal.

~North Iowa Journal, Wednesday, February 28, 1877; pg 3

Notes: The U.S. Armed Forces Grave Registrations (Ancestry.com) give the following:
Max W. Loeper, age 31, DOB: 1844, born Coblentz, Germany, DOD: 08/16/1875 in Lansing, IA.

Burial is in Evergreen cemetery, Prairie du Chien, WI