Charles Burnett (1890-1918)

BURNETT, POOLE, BROWN

Posted By: Ken Wright (email)
Date: 11/18/2010 at 07:11:26

Maquoketa Excelsior-Record, October 22, 1918

INFLUENZA CLAIMS A VICTIM

Charles Burnett, Son of Mr. and Mrs. Albert Burnett, Succumbs to Spanish Influenza

Charles Burnett, son of Mr. and Mrs. Albert Burnett of Hurstville, passed away yesterday morning at 7:35 o’clock following an attack of influenza. The deceased, who was held for limited military service left here for Jefferson Barracks, Missouri, but was honorably discharged on account of physical disability and arrived home last Tuesday suffering with the dread malady. He was born near Andrew on November 2, 1890 and had spent his entire life in this county. When about two years of age, his parents moved to the farm near Hurstville where they still reside. Besides the bereaved parents the following brothers and sisters survive: Mrs. Howard C. Poole of Round Lake, Minnesota, Mrs. Osa Brown of Delmar, Henry A. Burnett of Independence, Albert John Burnett, who is serving with the colors overseas, Alfred C. and Melvin M. Burnett at home. Private funeral services will be held from the home tomorrow afternoon at two o’clock, Rev. D. F. Boomershine officiating. Interment will be made in Mt. Hope Cemetery.