DUNTON, Clara Edith 1871 – 1932

DUNTON, BAKER

Posted By: Pat Hochstetler, Volunteer (email)
Date: 4/14/2013 at 16:22:35

Clara Edith Baker was born at Brooklyn, Ia., Jan. 28, 1871, and departed this life at her late home in this city, Nov. 9, 1932.

Dec. 25, 1889, she was united in marriage with Frank Dunton. To this union were born two sons, Leo E. and Guy C. Dunton, of Brooklyn. There is one granddaughter, Mildred Arlene Dunton, also of Brooklyn. Besides her immediate relatives, she leaves two brothers, Wm. H. Baker of Minnesota and Oscar Baker of Chelsea, Ia.

In 1885 Mrs. Dunton united with the Brethren church and remained faithful and true to her Lord and Master whom she served loyally for more than 47 years. She was active in the South Side Circle, and a member of the Community club. She was active in the Ladies Aid of the Methodist Episcopal church.

The deceased was one of the finest of women in this community, always helpful in time of sickness and sorrow, she herself was a patient sufferer for many years. She was a devoted companion, a kind and loving mother and an excellent neighbor. Too many good things cannot be spoken of a life so full of good deeds. She has gone to her crowning and the whole community mourns the loss of this excellent woman.

Funeral services, conducted by the Rev. J. H. Freedline, were held from the Grace M.E. church Friday afternoon, Nov. 11 at 2 o’clock.

Source: Unknown newspaper clipping found in scrapbook belonging to my great grandmother.