Philaura Lusah “Laura” (Leonard) Parr (1868-1904)

LEONARD, MAXON, MAXSON, MCMULLAN, PARR

Posted By: Eileen Reed (email)
Date: 2/10/2024 at 13:06:56

April 18, 1868 --- January 14, 1904

Mrs. Laura L. Parr

Died at the residence of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Leonard, of Woolstock, Thursday, at 10 o'clock Jan. 14, '04, Mrs. Laura Parr. The deceased had been a patient sufferer from cancer for the past six months. During her illness all was done for her relief and comfort that medical skill could suggest.

Mrs. Parr was born in Serena, Ill., April 18, 1869 [1868], where she was married to John Parr, Oct. 17, 1888, who, after a few months illness died March 3, 1891. Since the death of her husband, Mrs. Parr lived with her parents, who moved to Iowa, in February, 1892.

During her residence here, the deceased had gained many acquaintances. She was a lady highly respected and honored by all. She was always ready in time of need with a helping hand.

Mrs. Parr leaves a father, mother, three sisters and three brothers, who mourn her untimely taking away.

Times Gazette --- Eagle Grove, Iowa
January 15, 1904

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Mrs. Philaura Leonard Parr was born at Serena, Illinois, April 17 [18], 1868, and died at Woolstock, Iowa, January 14, 1904, from a lingering illness of about five months duration. She was married to John S. A. Parr October 17, 1888, at Serena, Illinois. Mrs. Parr has lived in Woolstock about two years. She leaves a father, mother, three brothers and three sisters to mourn her death. The sisters are: Mrs. Bert Maxson [Maxon] of Webster City, Mrs. John McMullan, residing in Indiana and Miss Daisy Leonard of Woolstock. The brothers are: Arthur, William and Frank.

The funeral will be held Saturday, January 16, at 1 o'clock, at the M. E. church in Woolstock, conducted by Rev. T. A. Harter of Webster City and interment made in Woolstock cemetery.

Webster City Freeman --- Webster City, Iowa
January 19, 1904

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MRS. PHILAURA LEONARD PARR.

Died, at the residence of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Leonard, of Woolstock, Thursday, at 10 o'clock Jan. 14, '04, Mrs. Philaura Parr. The deceased had been a patient sufferer from cancer for the past six months. During her illness all was done for her relief and comfort that medical skill could suggest.

Mrs. Parr was born in Serena, Ill., April 18, 1869 [1868], where she was married to John Parr, Oct. 17, 1888, who, after a few months illness died March 3, 1891. Since the death of her husband, Mrs. Parr lived with her parents, who moved to Iowa in February, 1892.

During her residence here, the deceased had gained many acquaintances. She was a lady highly respected and honored by all. She was always ready in time of need with a helping hand.

Mrs. Parr leaves a father, mother, three sisters and three brothers, who mourn her untimely taking away. The sisters are: Mrs. Bert Maxson [Maxon], of Webster City; Mrs. John McMullan who resides in Indiana, and Miss Daisy Leonard, of Woolstock. The brothers are: Arthur, William and Frank.

The funeral was held Saturday, January 16, at 1 o'clock, at the M. E. church in Woolstock, conducted by Rev. F. A. Harter, of Webster City. Interment was made in the Woolstock cemetery.

Times Gazette --- Eagle Grove, Iowa
January 22, 1904

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[Transcriber’s Notes: Transcribed as published. Name: Philora Leonard in the 1870 United States Federal Census Name: Philora Leonard Age in 1870: 2 Birth Year: abt 1868 Birth Place: Illinois Home in 1870: Serena, La Salle, Illinois Inferred Father: Thomas Leonard Inferred Mother: Esther C. Leonard. Lusah Leonard in the 1880 United States Federal Census Lusah Leonard Birth Date: Abt 1868 Home in 1880: Serena, La Salle, Illinois Fathers Name: Thomas Leonard Father’s Birthplace: Ohio Mother’s Name: Esther Leonard Mother’s Birthplace: Massachusetts. Laura Leonard in the Illinois, Marriage Index, 1860-1920 Name: Laura Leonard Marriage Date: 17 Oct 1888 Marriage Place: La Salle, Illinois, USA Spouse Name: John A Parr. Laura L Parr in the 1900 United States Federal Census Name: Laura L. Parr Age: 32 Birth Date: Apr 1868 Birthplace: Illinois Home in 1900: Serena, Lasalle, Illinois Relationship to Head of House: Daughter Marital status: Widowed Father’s Name: Thomas Leonard Father’s Birthplace: Ohio Mother’s Name: Ester C. Leonard Mother’s Birthplace: Massachusetts Occupation: School Teacher. Philaura Leonard Parr, Thomas Leonard (1833-1910) and Esther Cordelia Jones Leonard (1840-1928) are buried in the Leonard Family Plot, Section 27, Graceland Cemetery, Webster City, Hamilton, Iowa, USA Gravestone Inscription: Laura L. Wife of John L. Parr Died: Jan 14, 1904, Aged: 35 Y. 8 M. 27 D. Darling Sweet Be Thy Rest. Sister: Mary Leonard Maxon in the Iowa, Select Marriages Index, 1758-1996 Name: Mary Leonard Birth Date: 1866 Marriage Date: 20 Aug 1893 Marriage Place: Webster City, Hamilton, Iowa Marriage Age: 27 Father: Thomas Leonard Mother: Esther Jones Spouse: Albertus Maxon. Mary Isabelle Maxson in U. S., Find A Grave Index, 1600s-Current Name: Mary Isabelle Maxson Maiden Name: Leonard Gravestone Inscription: Mary I. Maxson 1866-1958 Burial: Graceland Cemetery, Webster City, Hamilton County, Iowa, Albertus Hobert Maxon Gravestone Inscription: Father: A. H. Maxon 1870-1939 Burial: Graceland Cemetery, Webster City, Hamilton County, Iowa.]