Greve, William F. 1832-1890

GREVE

Posted By: Audrey Haught, volunteer
Date: 9/13/2016 at 18:18:31

We have learned that Mr. Wm. Greve, living near the Colony was prostrated with sunstroke Sunday, June 29, 1890, and died from the effects a few hours after.

Elkader Register: July 3, 1890 P. 8

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Death from Sunstroke.

On Sunday last Wilham Greve, one of the pioneers of Clayton county, died from the effects of a sunstroke.

As was his habit he left his house about eight o’clock Sunday morning to take a walk about the farm. Not having returned when dinner was ready one of the boys was sent to call him. He soon found him under a tree in the orchard, unconscious and breathing heavily. He procured help and removed his father to the house and Dr. Matt, of this place, was called, but the head had done its deadly work, medical skill was of no avail, and he died about five p.m.

Deceased was a native of Germany, and was about 58 years of age. He came to Iowa some thirty-three years ago, during all of which time he lived in Clayton county, honored and respected by all who enjoyed the pleasure of his acquaintance. A wife, five sons and five daughters are left to mourn his death.

The funeral was held on Tuesday afternoon, his remains being laid to rest in the cemetery at Communia.

CARD OF THANKS:

The undersigned desire to return their heartfelt thanks to the friends and neighbors who assisted them during their late bereavement; also to the members of the Elkader Gesang-verein for the assistance they rendered.

Mrs. Wm. Greve and Family

Elkader Register: July 3, 1890 P. 5
Buried: Communia Cemetery, Volga Township
Wife: Frederika died 1922
Sons: Otto died in 1893 and Frank died in 1918