Hotger, Simon – 1850-1937

HOTGER, KORFF, MCMURRAY, MORING

Posted By: Diana Wagner
Date: 7/13/2021 at 21:35:40

Simon Hotger, 87, Dies Suddenly
Native of Germany Dies at Home of Daughter, Mrs. Roy McMurray
Simon Hotger, 87, native of Germany, died unexpectedly today of a heart attack at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Roy McMurray, 407 East Fourth Street North.
Apparently in good health, he arose and breakfasted at the usual time this morning. His death occurred about 9:45 a.m.
No funeral arrangements have been made, pending word from a daughter, Mrs. L. A. Korff of Huron, S.D.
Born in Germany
Mr. Hotger was born in Sheeder Lippe, Germany, Jan. 22, 1850, and came to the United States when a young man of 19 years. Arriving without funds and unable to speak English, he was able to win a place of security and affluence in his adopted land in spite of these handicaps.
He came directly to Jasper county, Iowa, and located in Malaka township, north of Newton. After a short period of years, he bought an 80-acre farm in that township, and before retiring had added another 80 acres of land.
He was united in marriage to Miss Elizabeth Moring March 11, 1874, and they lived on the farm in Malaka township until coming to Newton 35 years ago. Mrs. Hotger’s death occurred here Dec. 26, 1927.
Mr. Hotger was naturalized in 1874, and often remarked that “It was one of the happiest days of my life.” Judge Winslow was in office when he received his naturalization papers.
Church Worker
An active church worker, he was a faithful member of the Zoar Reformed church and had helped build the both present and former church building.
Mr. Hotger was a charter member of the Newton Elks lodge and was also on the membership roll of The Daily News’ Three Quarter Century club.
Surviving relatives include his two daughters, Mrs. McMurray of Newton and Mrs. Korff of South Dakota, ten grandchildren and several great-grandchildren.
A son, Fred Hotger of near Laurel, met a tragic death in a farm accident last June.
Source: Newton Daily News; Monday, April 19, 1937

To Hold Hotger Rites Wednesday
Funeral services for Simon Hotger, 87, will be conducted from the Zoar Reformed church north of Newton Wednesday at 2:30 p.m. by the Rev. Fredrick D. Boldt, pastor of the First Evangelical Lutheran church of Newton.
Preceding the rites, a brief prayer service will be conducted at 2:00 p.m. from the Morgan funeral home. Interment will be in the Zoar cemetery.
Mr. Hotger died from a heart attack Monday at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Roy McMurray.
Source: Newton Daily News; Tuesday, April 20, 1937

Hotger Services Held Wednesday
Prayer Service Held in Newton, Followed By Rites at Zoar Church
Funeral services for Simon Hotger, 87, were conducted from the Zoar Reformed church Wednesday at 2:30 p.m. by the Rev. Fredrick D. Boldt, pastor of the First Evangelical Lutheran church of Newton.
Preceding the final rites, a brief prayer service was conducted at the Morgan funeral home at 2:00 by the Rev. Mr. Boldt.
At the church, Louis Toedt sang two numbers, “Going Home” and “Crossing the Bar,” accompanied by Mrs. Ed Hertzog.
Burial was in the Zoar cemetery, with the following serving as pall bearers: Glen Hotger, Clarence Hotger, Roy Hotger, John Damman, Artie Miller and Carl Bowers.
Mr. Hotger died unexpectedly from a heart attack Monday morning at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Roy McMurray.
A native of Germany, Mr. Hotger came to the United States when a young man of 19 years and had since made his home in Jasper county.
Surviving relatives include his two daughters, Mrs. McMurray of Newton and Mrs. L. A. Korff of Huron, S.D., ten grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Mrs. Elizabeth Moring Hotger, on March 11, 1874, and by a son, Fred Hotger of Laurel, who died last June as the result of injuries suffered in a farm accident.
Source: Newton Daily News; Friday, April 23, 1937

Hotger, Simon F.; born: 22 Jan. 1850; in Germany; died: 19 Apr. 1937; Mother’s maiden name: Unknown; Death Cert # C50-0053