Rollins, Francis M. 1861-1922

ROLLINS, WARNOCK

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Date: 9/7/2012 at 14:43:12

LeMars Globe-Post
January 4, 1923

DEATHS.

F. M. Rollins, a well known farmer of Plymouth County, died at his home two
and a half miles southwest of town, on the old Shearon farm Dec. 28. He had
been in poor health for some time, suffering from lung trouble which
developed tuberculosis.

Francis Marion Rollins was born in Paulding county, Ohio, Aug. 8, 1861, and
received his early education in the public schools in his home state and
assisted in farm work which he followed all his life. He came to Iowa when
a young man and engaged in farming for himself near Battle Creek where he
remained nine years, after which he was at Ponca for a year. He then moved
to Woodbury county where he farmed for six years and then came to Plymouth
County where he purchased a stock farm in Perry township. A few years ago
he moved to the place near LeMars, where he lived until his death.

On Oct. 29, 1893, Francis M. Rollins was united in marriage with Margaret E.
Warnock and to this union four children were born, Mary L., Frank E., Ruby
and Alva.

Mr. Rollins led a useful and honorable life, and was a good citizen. He
worked at his avocation of farming all his life and took a just pride in
tilling the soil. He was broadminded and progressive and made a large
number of friends. He was a loving husband and father, and no sacrifice was
too great for him to make to advance the interests of his children.

The funeral services were held at the Methodist church in Merrill on Sunday
afternoon, Rev. J. E. Hill officiating and the interment made at that place.

Mr. Rollins is survived by his widow and two sons, farming the home place
and two daughters, Mrs. Will Loradich, of Seney, and Mrs. Rupert Berner, of
Merrill.