Hoyt, John A. 1846 - 1899

HOYT, WHITFORD

Posted By: Reid R. Johnson (email)
Date: 12/25/2020 at 12:28:30

Elkader Register, Thur., 13 Apr. 1899. Volga City Views column.

John A. Hoyt was born in Richfield, Conn., February 8, 1846, and died in Volga City Ia., April 7, 1899, after a lingering illness of many months. Mr. Hoyt lived in South Hero, Vt., with his parents until 1878, when he came to Volga City. Soon after his arrival he was married to Miss Mattie A. Whitford, daughter of Rev. and Mrs. J. G. Whitford. After their marriage they went to Vermont, where they lived about four years, after which they returned to Volga City, where they have made their home ever since. Mr. Hoyt was a good man, an affectionate husband and father and a loyal citizen. He was a consistent and useful member of the Methodist Episcopal church and for many years held the office of trustee, always ready faithfully to discharge every duty. As a neighbor he stood in high esteem. His funeral was largely attended, the church being crowded to overflowing. Services were conducted by his pastor, Rev, J. K. Shiffer. The text selected for the occasion was Rev. 21:4, "And God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes; and there shall be no more death, neither sorrow nor crying, neither shall there be any more pain; for the former things are passed away."