Minnie House, 1874-1900

HOUSE, TOMPKINS

Posted By: Volunteer-Betty Hootman
Date: 4/12/2012 at 08:12:24

MISS MINNIE HOUSE

Miss Minnie House was born June 1, 1874, and after a short illness passed quietly away at the home of her uncle. John Tompkins, Dec. 12, 1900, aged 26 years, 6 months and 11 days. Miss House was a most estimable young lady who had the genuine respect of all who knew her and will be sadly missed by a circle of friends. She was converted during the revival meetings held in the Baptist church at Farmington last January but had not united with any church. “Her sun is gone down while it is yet day.” Funeral services were conducted at the family residence by Eld. Ratcliffe Friday afternoon, Dec. 14th. Interment was made in the Tompkins cemetery.

Source: Van Buren Co. Genealogical Society Obituary Scrapbook A, page 353, Keosauqua Public Library; Keosauqua, IA