CRETCHER, Cynthia Magdalene (POLLOCK) 1864-1934

POLLUCK, WILSON, CRETCHER, CASSADY

Posted By: Betty Hootman-Volunteer
Date: 8/24/2014 at 16:02:46

Mrs. J. S. Cretcher

Cynthia Magdalene Polluck was born, July 25, 1864 and departed this life, March 24, 1934, at the age of 69 years and 8 months.

She was united in marriage to Frank L. Wilson, October 18, 1883 and to this union was born one daughter, Stella E. Wilson. On May 4, 1898, she was united in marriage to J. S. Cretcher.

She leaves to mourn her departure, her husband, J. S. Cretcher, one daughter, Stella Wilson Casady, and husband, B. C. Casady, five devoted grandchildren, Helen, Blanche, Pauline, Isaac, Clyde and Carl, and three great grandchildren, and one brother, Isaac M. Pollock of West Plains, Mo.

She was a member of long standing of the Methodist church and attended regularly until failing health prevented it. To her, home was first and her entire life was lived in the interest of those whom she loved. Her passing will leave a place impossible to be filled and the fond memories of her shall always be cherished.

The funeral was held Sunday afternoon, March 25, 1934, at the Methodist church. The Rev. H. Gilbert officiated. Burial was in Maple Grove cemetery.

*Note: Handwritten on the top “Keo Rep 10 May 1934”

Source: Van Buren County Genealogical Society Obituary Book D, Page 66, Keosauqua Public Library, Keosauqua, IA