BEGGS, Earl D.: Died 1915

BEGGS, COCHRAN

Posted By: Volunteer: Sherri
Date: 4/16/2016 at 17:01:10

Death Of Earl Beggs.

Earl D, son of J.J. and Amy D. Beggs, was born June 16, 1886, and died near Pittsburg, Iowa, July 15, 1915, aged 29 years and 1 month. His death was sudden and unexpected, as he was in his usual health when he retired in the evening. About 5 o'clock the following morning his wife was awakened just as he was passing away. Earl has spent most of his life in this county. He was one year in Montana and one year in California. He was married to Eva Cochran Feb. 14, 1911. He leaves a wife and two small chidren(sp), also a father, brothers, sisters and a number of other relatives to mourn his death. He was an energetic young farmer, and displayed great interest in making a home for his family. He will be missed by a large circle of friends. The funeral service was held in the church in Pittsburg, Friday, July 16, the burial being in the cemetery there. Rev. Brabb was in charge of the services.

Source: Van Buren Co. Genealogical Society Obituary Book F, Page 280, Keosauqua Public Library, Keosauqua, IA