LASS, Peter 1835-1914 ("Beresford Republic" version)

LASS, COOPER

Posted By: Brian Hass (email)
Date: 12/24/2001 at 09:12:57

[The following was published in the July 30, 1914 edition of the "Beresford Republic."]

[The wedding date listed below is a typo from the original obituary.]

As Sunday's summer sun hung lastly in the west, telling of thie close of another day, the thread which has for many years bound the spirit of Peter Lass to earth and of late has become quite slender, parted and life's day for the good old soul drew to a close. Fully resigned- very grateful for every day added to his span of years, yet not regretful that his days were numbered- Mr. Lass has been an unique character among the older folk of the town for a time. Respected by all, spreading a fulsome cheer whenever it was possible for him to be about, cordial to the extreme, all who knew him breathed a prayer that he might be spared for a while longer, for the world is sadly in need of some such as he. When the final summons came, the departure from this life was as one falling into a deep sleep, to awaken on the other shore.

Peter Lass was born in Schleswig-Holstein, Germany in 1835. At the age of sixteen he came to America and settled down in Clinton county, Iowa, where he worked for his board and clothing for three years. In 1800 he was united in marriage with Regina Cooper, who survives him at this time after nearly fifty four years of companionship. In 1910, Mr. and Mrs. Lass celebrated their golden wedding on the home place south of town.

In 1870, Mr. and Mrs. Lass came to Dakota and settled on the homestead in the Emmet country. Their first house was made of cottonwood slabs, but this eventually gave place to the commodious dwelling which now adorns the place. Twelve children were born to them, all of whom are living except on. These are Mrs. Barbara Henle, Mrs. Henry Henle (deceased), John of Ipswich, Mrs. Joe McGuire, P. J., Anthony, Joseph and Bernard of Beresford, Henry of Ipswich, Mrs. Tom Quinn, Mrs. Ben McGuire and William, of Beresford.

During the years on the farm, Mr. Lass held many reponsible positions locally. For years he was a member of the school board, was a constable for several terms, and for a long time was a treasurer of St. Joseph's church.

The weight of advancing years becoming appearent some two and one half years ago, Mr. and Mrs. Lass moved to Beresford, and have resided here ever since. Mr. Lass suffered from a sick spell last winter, but survived this, and was able to work in his garden all spring. On Sunday, he appeared unusually bright; but with the apprach of evening, while stting on the back porch in conversation with neighbors he leaned his head forward on the railing and was gone.

Funeral services were held in the St. Teresas church yesterday and the remains were laid to rest in the cemetery at Emmet. At the Solemn Mass Fr. Burke was celebrant and preached the serman; Fr. Traynor, now of Alexandria, was deacon and gave absolution; and Fr. Bradly, of Hawarden, was sub-deacon.

The faithful wife and devoted family have the sympathy of the entire community in the loss of their husband and father.

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