Raish, John N. 1835-1914

RAISH, ROBINSON, TUTTLE

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Pioneer Akron Lumber Man Called

J. N. Raish, a pioneer Akron lumber merchant and for years one of the esteemed and best-known citizens of this community, passed away at the home of his daughter, Mrs. A. K. McClintock, at Newport, Washington, Sunday morning, August 30th, 1914, at the age of 79 years, 3 months, and 17 days.

John N. Raish—was born at Baden, Germany, May 16, 1835. He came to America with his parents in 1851. At Red House, New York, he was united in marriage with Emeline M. Robinson, December 28, 1858, and to them were born six children—five sons and one daughter—who survive, as follows.

Henry H. Raish, near Akron, Ia; Geo. W. Raish, of Bowman, N.D.; E. L. Raish, of Cleveland, Ohio; Mrs. Ida M. McClintock, of Newport, Wash; John W. Raish, of Deadwood, S.D.; Arthur W. Raish, of Spokane, Wash.

In 1862 Mr. and Mrs. Raish moved to Oshkosh, Wis., where he engaged in the lumber business. They came to South Dakota in 1874 and settled at Elk Point, where he operated one of the first sawmills in this part of the country. He and his family moved to Akron in 1885 and he engaged in the lumber business here about fifteen years, when he retired from active business and sold his interests to the Fullerton Lumber Co.

A great grief came into his life in the death of his good wife here November 11, 1896. Several years later he married Mrs. M. R. Tuttle. A few years ago they went to Long Beach, Cal., to enjoy their declining years in that delightful climate. Mr. Raish was called upon to part with this helpmate, who passed away nearly a year ago at their home in Long Beach.

After this time he began to decline in health, although previously a man of unusually strong and robust constitution for his years.

He brought his wife’s remains here for burial and after remaining a few weeks to look after farm interests, went to the home of his daughter at Newport, Wash., where he suffered a general breakdown and failed gradually until the end.

Mr. Raish was a man of unusual ability and sound judgment and was very successful in his business affairs. An extensive reader and thinker he possessed a fund of information and experience that made him an interesting conversationalist, while his opinions on matters of human interest were decisive and fearlessly advocated. He retained his full faculties and looked after his business affairs until a short time before his death. His dealings with all men were scrupulously fair and just.

Mr. Raish was particularly solicitous as to the welfare of his children and he made it a special point to see that their educational advantages were far greater than those afforded in his youth. Thus he has left them a splendid heritage, which they can ever revere. A host of friends in this community extend condolence to the bereaved family.

Besides the children, he is survived by one brother and two sisters.

The remains arrived in Akron today from Newport and funeral services were conducted by Rev. R. L. Stuart at 2 o’clock this afternoon in the M. E. church, of which deceased was a member for many years. Interment was made in Riverside cemetery.

Relatives coming from a distance to attend the funeral were: Mr. and Mrs. Geo. W. Raish, of Bowman, N.D.; Mr. and Mrs. A. K. McClintock, of Newport, Wash.; Mr. and Mrs. John W. Raish, of Deadwood, S. .; and E.L. Raish, of Cleveland. Ohio.

Akron Register Tribune
Thursday, September 3, 1914
Akron, Iowa