John H. Painter 1819-1891

PAINTER, DEAN, MICHENER, TEBBETTS

Posted By: Sharon Elijah (email)
Date: 6/28/2018 at 08:13:32

23 April 1891 - West Branch Times

John H. Painter, one of the oldest and most respected of Pasadena's citizens, died shortly before 5 o'clock Thursday evening, at his residence on North Fair Oaks avenue, in the 93d year of his age. Death resulted from a complication of troubles, after an illness extending over a period of more than a year.

While Mr. Painter's death was not unexpected, its announcement caused none the less sorrow, not only to his immediate friends and relatives, but to the entire community as well. At Salem, O., Mr. Painter was born September 8, 1819. He was married to Edith Dean in 1842. In 1845 he moved to Iowa, where for twenty years he endured the real hardships of pioneer life. After a continued residence in Muscatine, Iowa, from 1866 to 1880, he moved with his family to Pasadena, where he has since resided.

Here, as at his former places of residence, Mr. Painter soon made himself felt in the community. He identified himself with the leading projects that had for their object the development of the town's best interests. His business qualification were recognized by all with whom he came in contact. During boom times he amassed a considerable fortune. He was a strong Abolitionist and an intimate friend of John Brown.

Full of years and honors Mr. Painter has passed away. His life was characterized by strict uprightness and honesty, a progressive spirit that surmounted every obstacle, and a deep devotion to his family. His works will live after him and his memory will long be green in the hearts of all who were favored with his acquaintance.

He is survived by a brother, four sisters (one a twin sister), a devoted wife, two sons, M. D. and A. J. Painter, and three daughters, Mrs. J. C. Michener; Mrs. L. H. Michener and Mrs. C. L. Tebbetts.

The funeral will take place at 3 o'clock this afternoon. The services will be conducted by Rev J. A. Grinnell of Long Beach, a personal friend of the deceased. The pallbearers selected are: B. F. Ball, Dale Arnold, T. P. Lukens, William Mangus, J. A. Buchanan and James Townsend.