WILTSE, Orrin J. 1837-1896

WILTSE

Posted By: Kathy Gerkins (email)
Date: 9/11/2013 at 17:05:43

Wiltse, Orrin J.

Wiltse - Monday morning August 3rd, from the effects of a fall, Orrin J. Wiltse, aged 59 years, 6 months and 2 days.

The deceased was born in Leeds, Canada, on January 31, 1837. In 1855 he removed to Buchanan County, this state. From there he moved to Floyd County in 1864.

About two weeks ago he received internal injuries from a short fall, which were more serious than was at first supposed, from the effects of which he died Monday morning. The funeral occurred yesterday morning conducted by Rev. C. C. Otis.

Mr. Wiltse had been an earnest working Christian for years.

The bereaved relatives have the most sincere sympathy in this their great trouble.

[Newspaper clipping from the Floyd County Museum]