Dalton, R. B. 1876-1945

DALTON

Posted By: Plymouth County Coordinator (email)
Date: 11/29/2003 at 19:38:15

LAST RITES HELD FOR R. B. DALTON
Well Known Banker Died Tuesday After Long Sickness

Funeral services were held this morning at 10 o'clock from the residence, 33 Sixth St., N.E. for Ralph B. Dalton, well known LeMars banker, who died at the Sacred Heart hospital Tuesday, Jan 23, 1945. The services were conducted by Rev. G. O. Thompson and burial made in the LeMars City cemetery with Mauer's funeral home in charge. At the time of his death he was 68 years, 1 month and 24 days of age.

Mr. Dalton was a resident of LeMars his entire life, born here on November 29, 1876, the son of the late P. F. and Mary Dalton. He received his early schooling in LeMars and graduated from LeMars Highschool. He then attended Lawrenceville Preparatory school in Princeton, N. J., and later went to Princeton University.

Deceased was married in LeMars in September 1901. He was engaged in the banking business all his life, and was active in the functioning of the First National Bank up until a few months before his death.

Mr. Dalton was a member of the Masonic bodies and Elks club and took an interest in the organization's work.

Survivors include a daughter, Mrs. Joe Menhall (Mary); a brother, E. A. Dalton, and two grandchildren. His wife preceded him in death.

Mr. Dalton enjoyed a wide acquaintance of friends. He was active in a civic and social way and his death is mourned by the entire community.

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