Taylor, Lucinda L. (Mrs. John J.) 1838-1918

TAYLOR, LIVINGSTON

Posted By: Paul Van Dyke-volunteer
Date: 6/13/2021 at 20:33:33

Source: Alton Democrat (3-2-1918)

Born: February 9, 1838
Died: February, 1918

Mrs. Lucinda L. Taylor died at her home at 1216 Washington Street on Thursday night, aged 80 years. Mrs. Taylor had been in failing health the past two years. She was a patient sufferer to the end, never complaining or murmuring. She was a good neighbor and loving mother.

Mrs. Lucinda L. Livingston was born in the state of Pennsylvania in the year 1838. She came to Jackson County, Iowa in 1855 and was united in marriage to John J. Taylor January 1, 1871.

To this union were born three children--two daughters and one son. One daughter died in infancy. The two living children are John and Cora who made their home with their mother. Mr. and Mrs. Taylor settled in Sioux County in 1882 on a farm near Maurice, where they lived for many years. Mr. Taylor died in the year 1899. The deceased came to Le Mars about three years ago to make her home.

The funeral was held at the home on Sunday afternoon at 2:30 o’clock, Reverend J.J. Steele, pastor of the First Congregational Church officiating. The body was then taken to Ireton Monday and interment beside the remains of her husband.