Lewis, D. A. 1870 -1908

LEWIS, SHERRY, LENNON

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Date: 8/13/2022 at 15:59:33

Source: Decorah Republican March 26, 1908, P3 C4

The Late D. A. Lewis.
Daniel Albert Lewis was born near Postville, Iowa on April 8th, 1870. His mother Elizabeth Lennon Lewis, died when he was three months old. He lived with his grandparents on Washington Prairie, the old home of the Lennon family. He received his education at Sacred Heart College, Prairie du Chien, Wis. At the age of 18 years he went to Madison, Minn., and taught school. From there he went to Menomonie, Wis., and engaged in the mercantile business. While there he married Miss Agnes Kenny of Menomonie. After remaining in business three years he sold his interests and engaged in the employ of the Chicago, St. Paul, Minneapolis & Omaha Railroad company and remained with them until the time of his death. ”Ab,” as he was familiarly called, was a favorite with his associates. He came to Decorah on Feb. 17, 1908, only a short time prior to his sudden death. While here he saw most all of his relatives and a good many warm friends. It looks very much like a premonition of what was to happen.

Source: Decorah Republican March 19, 1908 P2 C3

THE SILENT REAPER.

D. A. LEWIS.
Mrs. Hugh Sherry and daughter returned Monday from Menominee, Wis., where they were called last week by a telegram announcing the death of D. A. Lewis, a nephew of Mrs. Sherry and C. H. Lennon of this city. Deceased was a brakeman, employed by the Wisconsin Central, and met death while engaged in his duties. He is survived by his wife and seven children. Mr. Lewis was a former resident of this county, having been born and raised here.

Transcriber’s Note: Find a Grave shows he was born in 1870 and is buried in St. Josephs Cemetery in Menomonie, WI.