James S. Mahana

MAHANA, LUSE, CALLEN

Posted By: Gloria J. Henry (email)
Date: 1/24/2003 at 12:06:09

Obituary
Iowa Citizen
Iowa City, Iowa
Wednesday 2-Mar. 1903

James S. Mahana

Had Lived in Iowa City for More Than Thirty Years—Veteran of the Civil War.

James Mahana, one of Iowa City’s pioneer citizens dropped dead Saturday evening between 4 and 5 o’clock. Mr. Mahana was apparently in his usual health until the moment of his death which occurred without any warning. He was engaged at his work in the firm of Bashnagel & Mahana, and the summons came without a moments notice. His physicians give heart trouble as the cause of his death.

James Mahana was born in Pennsylvania in 1837. When the war broke out he entered with an Ohio regiment and for his excellent service he was made a captain before being mustered out. He came to Iowa City in 1870 and has resided here since that time continuously. During his residence in Iowa City he has been identified with many movements in the interest of the city, and his departure will be regretted by everybody. He was an upright substantial citizen and he will be missed.

He is survived by a widow and sister and two brothers. Mrs. Sadie Luse resides in Iowa City; Bradley Mahana lives in Creston, and the other brother resides in St. Joseph, Mo.

The funeral will be held Tuesday afternoon at 2 o’clock, from the residence, under the auspices of Kosiusco I.O.O.F. lodge. The service will be conducted by the Rev.De Witt Clinton. The burial will be private.
( He was born 01 Aug 1835 in Waynseburg, Greene Co PA and died 28 Feb 1903 in Iowa City, Johnson Co IA. He was buried in Oakland Cemetery, Iowa City, IA. He married Rebecca Berkly Callen 01 Sep 1857 in Barnseville, OH)