John W. Nelson d. 1889

NELSON, BONER

Posted By: Volunteer - Rich Lowe
Date: 12/1/2001 at 11:24:40

NELSON - At his residence in Washington township, Van Buren county, Iowa, on Monday morning, April 1, 1889, John W. Nelson.

Deceased was born in Wayne county, Ohio, and with his parents moved to Richland county, Ill. in 1836, and in the year of 1845, the family moved to Van Buren county and settle in Washington township. He was married to Eliza Boner of the same township, Jan 12, 1860. This union was blessed by the birth of 7 children, 6 of whom are still living; Minnie, Martha, Ethel, Nellie, Edna and Johnie.

Mr. Nelson was a good neighbor, a loving husband and a dutiful and kind father. He was a farmer and a very successful man in his vocation and at the time of his demise was worth several thousand dollars. He was a useful man and was highly respected by his numerous friends and neighbors.

The bereaved family has the sympathy of many citizens.

Source: Entler Scrapbook, vol. 1, Iowa Historical Library, Iowa City, IA

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I am not related to this individual but post this obit. for those who may find it of interest.