SANDERS, Elizabeth Ann (MEEK): 1839-1900

MEEK, SANDERS

Posted By: Volunteer: Sherri
Date: 8/22/2013 at 04:41:49

**Handwritten: KEO. REP. 30 May 1889
{Note: I believe entire entry is in error as Elizabeth's death date is listed as June 18, 1900.}

ELIZABETH ANN SANDERS.

Elizabeth Ann Sanders died at her home in Bonaparte on Monday evening, June 18, 1900. She was the daughter of Robert Meek and was born in Bonaparte, Iowa, July 6, 1839. She grew to womanhood in this place and was married to Joseph Sanders, April 8, 1854. To this union eight children were born, five sons and three daughters. One son and two daughters departed this life. Her home has been in the vicinity of Bonaparte all her life, where she had gathered about her many friends. She united with the Presbyterian church in Bonaparte, Feb. 7, 1897, and remained faithful until her death. She leaves to mourn their loss her companion, three sons and two daughters.

Source: Van Buren Co. Genealogical Society Obituary Book C, Page 194, Keosauqua Public Library, Keosauqua, Iowa