A.S. Atkinson (1830 - 1899)

ATKINSON, WILLIAMS

Posted By: Susan Wyckoff (email)
Date: 8/15/2013 at 10:35:12

A. S. Atkinson
June 30, 1830–May 3, 1899

A. S. Atkinson, the aged father-in-law of Prof. J. H. Williams, died suddenly at the latter's home on the West side, last night, at 11 o'clock.

He had been an invalid for the two years he has lived in Iowa City. A year ago today he took up his residence with his daughter, Mrs. (Emma May Atkinson) Williams, whose tender solicitude and care have eased his last days.

He leaves a wife, five daughters and one son. He was 69 years of age, and had lived in Cedar Rapids and Anamosa prior to coming hither. The funeral will take place Saturday probably. The remains will be taken to Anamosa for interment.
As noted, Mr. Atkinson's summons came with very brief warning. While it was expected in a sense, that his end would come thus, the suddenness was shocking. He had been around the house and yard as usual, yesterday, and when he went to bed, felt as well as usual. About a half hour before the sad summons, he awakened and sat up, mortally stricken. His kinfolk were summoned, but nothing could be done to avert the impending call, and an hour before midnight, having been conscious almost to the very last, he passed away.

He was a member of the M.E. church and an earnest worker therein, during his active years. He was also a worthy member of the I.O.O.F. Wherever known he was highly esteemed as a truly good man.

Source: Iowa City Republican, May 4, 1899.