Benjamin Smith 1830-1887

SMITH, WILKINS

Posted By: Volunteer
Date: 2/20/2005 at 09:15:56

Benjamin SMITH, an old and respected citizen residing near Hardin died on Tuesday. Thus the grim destroyer continues abroad in the land and from his summons there is no appeal. Benjamin SMITH was born in Essex county, New York, Feb'y 18th, 1830 and died at his home, near Hardin, Iowa, Feb'y 2nd, 1887. He came to Iowa in 1850, locating at National, where he was married to Abigail Wilkins six years later. Six children, five sons and a daughter, were given them, all of whom still live. One son is in California. Mr. SMITH was a member of the Methodist Episcopal Church for many years and at the time of his death held his membership at Postville and was appreciated by his friends in the church. He was unwell for two years and had a complication of diseases. he died in christian triumph. His funeral was at his home and his remains were lain away to rest in the cemetery at Postville, on Friday, Feb'y 4th. His wife and children will have the sympathy of their many friends. S.T. McKIM.

Postville Review, 2/5/1887 - contributed by Sharyl Ferrall