Addie M. Ayers, 1864-1914

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Posted By: Emmet County IAGenWeb Coordinator (email)
Date: 7/28/2006 at 08:00:56

Mrs. W. C. Ayers

The community was saddened Thursday when the news was spread of the death of Mrs. Addie M. Ayers that morning [25 Sep 1914] at 10:45. She was a bright and cheerful home-loving woman, beloved by all who knew her. Her chosen sphere as a homemaker was conscientiously fulfilled and her passing away leaves the hearts of her three daughters stricken with sadness by the loss of a true mother who made home such a haven for them. She had been ailing for some time, being a sufferer from Brights' disease but was not confined to her bed until about three weeks ago.

Mrs. Addie M. Ayers was born near Waukon in Alamakee county, February 3, 1864, where she lived with her parents until she was four years of age when they moved to Kossuth county. She was united in marriage to W. C. Ayers, March, 1882 and has lived in Estherville for over 29 years. Mr. Ayers passed to his reward 13 years ago last April. Three children blessed this union, Mrs. Ethel Ayers Howe, Leola Ayers and Alta Ayers, who survive their parents. Four brothers of Mrs. Ayers also survive her. The deceased was an active member of the Presbyterian church.

The funeral services were held Saturday afternoon and Rev. Mitchell delivered a fitting eulogy to the deceased and offered touching words of condolence to the bereaved. The Royal Neighbors had charge of the service at the grave in Oak Hill cemetery, where the body was laid beside that of her husband.

Contributed by: Ruth Hackett. Source: Vindicator and Republican, Estherville, Emmet County, September 30, 1914.