Miles Wilson OAKS, 1867-1928

OAKS, TOWNSEND

Posted By: Volunteer-Betty Hootman
Date: 7/7/2012 at 14:02:21

M. W. OAKS

Miles Wilson Oaks was born Oct. 24, 1867 in Yadkinville, North Carolina, and passed away at his home, January 20, 1928, age 60 years, 2 months and 27 days. His early years were spent in North Carolina.

He was married to Miss Eva Townsend February 10, 1909. To this union a son John Rocky Oaks was born, 1910. He lived on a farm near Troy until 1918 when he moved to Milton.

Mr. Oaks was a highly respected citizen and held a position of responsibility at his death.

He was a member of the K. P. Lodge in which he served as an officer.

He is survived by his wife Mrs. Eva Oaks, a son John R. Oaks and a son Harvey Washington Oaks, of a former marriage, his mother Rachel Oaks and a sister Delia Oaks, brother John H. Oaks and three grandchildren.

A loving husband and kind father, a faithful citizen, his passing will be mourned by a host of friends and loved ones.

The funeral was held was held at 1 p.m. Sunday at the Oaks home. Rev. William Slosser conducted the service. A double quartette sang three numbers, Mrs. Sherwood, Mr. Parr, Mrs. Gilbert and Mr. Miller. The K. P. Lodge held a service at the grave.

Source: Van Buren Co. Genealogical Society Obituary Scrapbook A, page 420, Keosauqua Public Library; Keosauqua, IA