Anna Brocker

BROCKER

Posted By: Brian Grunwald (email)
Date: 10/16/2011 at 18:05:28

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After an illness of long duration, Mrs. Anna Brocker, 95 years of age, died at the home of her son, John Brocker, 118 Rockingham Boulevard, at 11 o'clock this morning.

She was born in Ditmarschen, Germany, Dec 20, 1829, and was married to Jochim Brocker, in 1865. The couple came to America and direct to Davenport in 1872. He preceded her in death 15 years ago, since which time she has made her home with her son, John.

Surviving are four sons, John of Rockingham, Gustave of Ritlinger, Wis., Herman of Moline and William of Davenport. Eight grandchildren and one great-grandchild also survive.

The remains were taken to the Runge mortuary, where funeral services will be held at a time to be announced later.

Source: The Davenport Daily Democrat; July 10, 1924.