Smith, Isaac

SMITH, CODDINGTON

Posted By: Lorelei Rusco (email)
Date: 6/17/2011 at 10:36:42

Smith, Isaac -
Isaac Smith, son of W. D. and Hannah Smith, was born June 7th,1848, in Davis Co., Iowa, and departed this life at his home in Clearfield, Iowa, on January 13th, 1916.

He moved from Davis Co. in 1871, and settled near Clearfield. He has made his home in this locality ever since. Six years ago, he with his family left the old farm home and have since resided in Clearfield.

Of Mr. Smith's own family, there are four brothers still living. They are John P. Smith of Jerome, Idaho; Chas. Smith of Omaha, Nebraska;
Robert Smith and Ellis Smith of Colbert, Washington.

He was united in marriage to Miss J. Fransina Coddington on November 8th, 1872. To this union was born one child, Lucy Agnes, who died in infancy.

He leaves to mourn his loss, his wife; one adopted son, Ralph R. Smith of Blockton, Iowa; four brothers; his wife's father, Mr.C. W. Coddington; together with other relatives and a host of friends.

Mr. Smith was a man who loved his home and home life, an affectionate husband, and true friend. He was always ready to help look after the needs of others. He leaves a vacant place in the home and in the community,

Funeral services were held at the Methodist church at 2 o'clock Sunday afternoon, conducted by the pastor, Rev. C. A. Carlson; Interment in Clearfield cemetery.
Clearfield Enterprise, Clearfield, Iowa, January 20, 1916