Schmitt, Jacob c1826 - 1910

SCHMITT, SCHMITZ, VOLL

Posted By: Joy Moore (email)
Date: 7/4/2023 at 16:07:08

Source: Decorah Republican Dec. 15, 1910 , P3 C3

Drops Dead.
Over at Spillville last Thursday morning Jacob Schmitz, an old settler aged 74 years, dropped dead from hemorrhage of the brain. He had gone to church to attend service and was just ascending the steps of the St. Wenceslaus church when he was stricken and fell. Neighbors and friends rushed to his assistance but were unable to do anything. He did not ercover{sic} consciousness.

Source: Decorah Republican Dec. 15, 1910 , P8 C1

Jacob Schmitt died Thursday. He was at church and received holy communion. On his way home he fell near the church. Fr. Hruska brought him home in his buggy. As they brought him into the house he breathed his last. He was 84 years old last 4th of July. Up to his death he worked at his trade as tinsmith. The funeral was held Saturday at the St. Wenceslaus church, Rev. Broz officiating, with interment at the cemetery adjoining. A large gathering of relatives and friends followed to pay their respects to the dead. Mr. Schmitt was a good man, beloved and esteemed by all who knew him. May he rest in peace. Mrs. Voll was prostrated at the sudden death of her father. Mr. Hennessy was called to attend her. She is better now.

Transcriber's Note: His name was spelled two different ways.

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