Mrs. CHAS. F. (Stella Belle Tripp) DUPUIS 1866-1909

TRIPP, DUPUIS

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Date: 6/9/2005 at 15:54:31

Stella Belle Tripp DUPUIS was born in Chickasaw county, Iowa, April 8, 1866, came to Postville with her parents when about eight years of age; was baptized and admitted to membership in the Congregational church at thirteen. She was married to Chas. F. DUPUIS, May 15, 1885. She died at Williston, N.D., Jan. 10, 1909, aged 42 years and nine months. Death resulting from peritonitis. She is survived by her husband, five children, mother and sister. She was well and favorably known in Postville and many speak of her today in terms of appreciation. Like many others who have gone from this church, she has been an enthusiastic and efficient laborer in and for the kingdom. And while never forgetting the people with whom she first became identified as a christian, sending words of cheer and encouragement at time of annual meeting or other important church gatherings, she made it a practice to immediately become a member of the local church on changing her place of residence. The funeral was held from the Congregational church in this city Thursday afternoon last. Interment in Postville cemetery. Home was the place she loved best of all, and she made it a charmed spot where the husband and children loved to linger. Friends innumerable will learn of her demise with sorrow and extend sympathy sincere to those that mourn. The family are grateful to those who assisted in any manner during the burial.

- source: Postville Review; 1/22/1909
- submitted by Sharyl Ferrall