Weber, Fred 1903-1914

WEBER

Posted By: Linda Ziemann, Plymouth CC
Date: 6/12/2004 at 15:25:31

LeMars Sentinel
Dated Tuesday, June 30, 1914

DEATH WAS A GREAT SHOCK
Ten-Year Old Boy Succumbs to Brief Illness

Fred, the ten year old son of Mr. and Mrs. Fred Weber, residing in Washington township, died yesterday morning of diabetes. The boy had been complaining of not feeling well for a week or two, but was up and around and had a good appetite. On Saturday his father brought him to LeMars and consulted a physician. The doctor found that the lad was seriously ill and recommended he be taken to a hospital or home at once. On Sunday morning the boy was apparently a little better, but on Sunday night he complained of great pain in his knees and stomach. He sank rapidly throughout the night and passed away on Monday morning.

Frederick Weber was born in this county on September 2, 1903. He was a bright boy, well liked by his playmates. His sudden death is a great blow to his parents and brothers and sisters, and they have the sympathy of their neighbors in their loss.

The funeral will be held this afternoon at the Johnson Township Lutheran Church.