Wingate, John 1843 - 1910

WINGATE, COOKMAN

Posted By: Joy Moore (email)
Date: 6/20/2023 at 14:02:43

Source: Decorah Republican Oct. 27, 1910, P6 C1

OBITUARY.
On Wednesday last after an illness extending over a number of months, John Wingate, one of the best known farmers of Winneshiek county, died at his home in Hesper township, death being due to diabetes. Mr. Wingate was born in Hemmingford, Canada, on April 17, 1843, where he resided until 1868, when he moved to this county. The year following he returned to Canada for his bride, Miss Susie{?} Cookman, to whom he was married on October 7 at Henrysburg. To them one son was born, Albert J. Wingate, who with his mother survives to mourn the loss of a kind and loving father and husband. The foregoing facts tell the bare outline of a life that was a busy one. Mr. Wingate beside being a good farmer, was greatly interested in fine stock and some of the best cattle ever brought to the county came because of his good judgment in making purchases. He also took an active interest in all the things that went to build up his community, in the political and social welfare of those about him, and was always ready to help in a good cause. The funeral was held Sunday afternoon at the home, Rev. Cheppie officiating, and a large gathering of friends and neighbors gave evidence of the respect in which the deceased was held. In their bereavement the family have the sympathy of many friends.

Source: Decorah Republican Oct. 27, 1910, P6 C3

We are sorry to report the death of our old friend and neighbor John Wingate, who died last Friday. Three years ago Mr. Wingate built an up to date house on his farm but he was not spared long to enjoy the comforts of his new home, but the loss of this home to him was the gain of a better home above.

Transcriber’s Note: Burr Oak Cemetery records show he is buried there and that his wife was Lucy Cookman Wingate.

Burr Oak Cemetery
 

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