Jacob "Jake" CUSTARD

CUSTARD, JONES, LEACH

Posted By: Sharon R Becker (email)
Date: 5/23/2012 at 17:03:03

The Globe Gazette
Mason City, Cerro Gordo County, Iowa
Wednesday, July 08, 1936, Page 14

PLYMOUTH MAN IS FOUND DEAD

Pioneer Resident Had Been in Poor Health for Several Months.

PLYMOUTH - Jacob CUSTARD, 76, a pioneer resident of this place, was found dead in bed Tuesday morning by H. G. LEACH at whose home he roomed. He had been ill for several months. He had no near relatives here and the funeral will probably Thursday afternoon. His wife died about a year ago.

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The Globe Gazette
Mason City, Cerro Gordo County, Iowa
Saturday, July 11, 1936, Page 11

Jacob Custard Funeral Held in Plymouth Church

PLYMOUTH - The funeral of Jacob CUSTARD was held Thursday afternoon at the Methodist church. Mr. CUSTARD was 87 (sic) years old. His wife proeceded him in death two years ago. The Rev. T. C. COLLISTER officiated. Burial was in Oakwood cemetery. Mr. CUSTARD was found dead in bed by Fred JONES, although previously in the night he said he felt good. Mr. and Mrs. JONES cared for him.

Transcription by Sharon R. Becker, May of 2012