BISHOP, Robert B. 1862 - 1906

BISHOP, GUMMERE, BERRY

Posted By: Joey Stark
Date: 3/3/2006 at 22:09:20

"Fairfield Ledger", March 14, 1906, Pg. 3, Col. 3

OBITUARY. Robert B. BISHOP was born in Jefferson County, Iowa, Dec. 20, 1862, and died March 4, 1906. Married Izore B. GUMMERE Dec. 22, 1892. Five children, one of whom, Zeffa, died Oct. 14, 1901. Deceased united with the Christian Church in Dec., 1891, and was a consistent member until death. Rev. D. B. Ross of Elliott conducted the funeral services, assisted by Rev. Hankins of Libertyville. Rev. Ross also received Mr. BISHOP and his wife into the church by baptism and united them in marriage. His mother, two sisters, and three brothers were present at the funeral. He died on the 52nd anniversary of his parents' wedding, and his sister Anna was united in marriage to Mr. BERRY on the day of his death. By his death the community lost a good citizen, the wife a faithful companion and the children a loving father.

*Transcribed for genealogy purposes; I have no relation to the person(s).

Note: Buried in Fell Cemetery near Libertyville with wife Izora who died in 1952.