Richard Moon 1841-1905

MOON, SISLER

Posted By: Sharon Elijah (email)
Date: 4/16/2016 at 18:36:11

20 September 1905 - The Tipton Advertiser

Richard Moon was born May 2, 1841, in Roscrac county, Tipperrary, Ireland. He came to America with his parents when but a youth, arriving in New York when he was about twelve years of age. He and his three brothers came on west very shortly and settled in Cedar county, where he has since resided. Two of his brothers, John and Henry are living and were present at the funeral.

In answer to his country's call he enlisted for service in the civil war in Co. O, 24th Iowa Volunteers, in August, 1862, and served until the end of the war. He then returned home to Tipton and on Sept. 5, 1867, married Rose Anna Sisler, in Fairfield township. Eight children were born to this union, two sons and six daughters, all of whom survive the departed.

He joined the Methodist Episcopal church about sixteen years ago, from which time he has been a consistent and faithful follower of Christ, constantly living his religion in his daily life.

He had been ill for several months, afflicted with a malady that would not yield to medical treatment, gradually growing weaker until the final roll call sounded about half past eight, Tuesday morning, Sept. 5, 1905, age 64 year, 4 months and 3 days. His death was as peaceful and tranquil as his life had been and during his last sickness he gave repeated assurances that he was ready to go, expressing perfect faith and confidence in his Savior. While the family mourns the loss to them in this world of a loving father and an affectionate husband, and the community a respected and beloved citizen, heaven rejoices over one more saint gathered home with the redeemed above.

The funeral services were held Thursday afternoon at the Presbyterian church at Red Oak and were conducted by Rev. W. F. Spry, assisted by Revs. Beaird and Fisher. Interment took place at Red Oak cemetery.