STEAD, Matilda (Duke) 1843-1907

STEAD, DUKE, GUENTHER, BROTT

Posted By: S. Bell
Date: 2/4/2014 at 23:49:53

[Waterloo Daily Courier, Thursday, December 26, 1907, Waterloo, Iowa]

Mrs. William Stead, residing between Waterloo and Cedar Falls, died at her home yesterday at 5 o'clock from the effects following an operation for relief from gallstones. The operation was performed last Saturday.

Mrs. Stead was well known all over Black Hawk County and her death has brought sorrow to many hearts. She was a kindly lady and gave most of her attention to her family and multiple cares. She was a faithful member of the Methodist Episcopal Church and a laborer in the membership of the organization.

Matilda Duke was born on Aug. 14, 1843, near Effingham, Ill., and was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. George Duke, who were pioneers of Black Hawk County, coming to this county about 45 years ago. She as married here to William Stead, who died in the city several years ago.

Four children survive the mother as follows: Frank A. Stead of Hammond, La.; Mrs. E. E. Guenther of La Porte and George B. and Archie, who reside at home. Two brothers, John and Zenas Duke, and a sister, Mrs. W. H. Brott, also survive her.

Funeral services will be conducted tomorrow afternoon at 2 o'clock at the home, the Rev. Frank Cole in charge. Interment will be in Elmwood Cemetery.