Rooney, Leo 1898 – 1915

ROONEY

Posted By: Joy Moore (email)
Date: 5/19/2024 at 21:00:42

Source: Cresco Plain Dealer Dec. 10, 1915 P-7 C-4

The deadly shotgun claimed another victim in the person of Leon Rooney, son of Mr. and Mrs. Owen Rooney, of Decorah. While out hunting rabbits, the victim climbed a tree with a gun. His companion was to circle around and scare rabbits toward the tree. On hearing the shot the companion called to Rooney to know if he had shot a rabbit, but no answer came. Rooney was found with his head practically shot off.

Transcriber’s Note: Find a Grave shows this was Leo; however, his gravestone shows he died Oct. 6, 1915. He is buried in St. Benedict Cemetery.

St. Benedict Cemetery
 

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