Martha Eaton (1820-1899)

EATON, BROWN, FLEMING

Posted By: Ken Wright (email)
Date: 3/22/2011 at 20:33:18

Maquoketa Record, October 11, 1899

MARTHA CELIA BROWN EATON

Mrs. J. P. Eaton died from the effects of a tumor at her home on South Main street, Thursday morning, October 5, 1899. Martha Celia Brown was born in Westfield, Vermont, March 13, 1820, where she grew to young womanhood. On September 9, 1850, she was married to Joseph Pierce Eaton in Providence, Rhode Island. They removed to Maquoketa in 1855, where they have since resided as honored and respected citizens. Mr. Eaton preceded his wife in death seven years ago. Mrs. Eaton was a kind and loving mother and friend and will be greatly missed in the community. She leaves four children to mourn their loss, Misses Sibyl, Martha and William of this city and Miss Franc of Omaha. The funeral services were conduct by Rev. T. E. Fleming at the house at 2:30 o’clock Sunday afternoon, and was largely attended by her numerous friends.

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