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| OBITUARIES OF CHICKASAW COUNTY - J - |
11 September 1929 Surnames: Jacobs, Miller, Sinden, Clements, Seifkes |
 OBITUARY: MRS. JACOBSON DIES AT CHARLES CITY. Mother Of Fourteen Children. She Is Survived By Seventy Four Direct Living Descendants.CRANE CREEK - Betsy Thompson was born at Josterdalen, Norway, May 16, 1859, and died September 2, 1942 at the home of her daughter, Mrs. H. J. DeFoe of Charles City, Iowa, at the age of 83 years, 3 months and 16 days. She grew to womanhood in the land of her birth and there married Ole Jacobson, who preceded her in death 16 years ago. To this couple 14 children were born, three of whom , Ole, Alice and Anna preceded their mother in death. Ole died in Waterloo, lowa, in 1921, Allce, who was a twin sister of John, died in infancy. Two of the children, Anna and Jacob, were born before their parents left Norway for this country. Anna became very ill during the long voyage across the Atlantic ocean and died a few hours after the ship docked. Mrs. Jacobson also brought her two aged parents with her. Eleven children now survive, Jacob of Kalispell, Montana, Mrs. Anna Derr and Mrs. Bert Richards of Austin, Minnesota, Severt and Peter Jacobson of Cresco, John, Alfred and Henry and Mrs. H. J. DeFoe of Charles City, Mrs. Ed Haugen and Miss Clara Jacobson of Austin, Minnesota, also one sister, Mrs. Anna Fossen, of near New Hampton. The Jacobson family after arriving in America came immediately to Lawler and became residents of this vicinity. They have also resided in Howard county. Mrs. Jacobson was one of the original small group of women who met and organized the Lydia Ladies Aid of Crane Creek church. As transportation was not convenient at times it was not unusual for her to walk several miles to attend aid meetings. In the fall of 1931 she sold her home on West Main Street in New Hampton to the St. Olaf's Lutheran congregation.Contributed by James H. Johnson |
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| CRANE CREEK: Mrs. Bertha Jerdee, 72, passed away on Sunday evening, December 24, 1950 at her farm home, North of Lawler, following a stroke suffered last Wednesday morning. Bertha Jerdee was born Nov. 3, 1878 in Chickasaw County, the daughter of George and Carrie Gordon Otteson. She was baptized and confirmed in Crane Creek Lutheran Church, where she has served faithfully in many ways, being organist for a number of years, Ladies Aid President for several years and, as a willing worker, facing whatever task that needed to be done. She received her elementary education in the rural schools of Jacksonville Twp.On April 5, 1905, she was married to Ole Jerdee. Eight children were born to this this union. One son, Karl, died in infancy. The surviving children are (Claretta) Mrs, Alfred Vikdal, Lawler; Viola, Joseph, Gladys and George, at home; (Marion) Mrs, Elmer Denner, Waukon; and (Hazel) Mrs. James Cooney of Cranston, Rhode Island. The grandchildren are AIlen Vikdal, Richard Cooney and Cooney Denner. She is also survived by one sister (Carrie) Mrs. A. J. Murray and two brothers, Ottie Otteson and James Otteson all of New Hampton. All of her children, grandchildren, sisters and brothers were at her bedside at the time of her death. Since the sudden death of Mr. Jerdee in 1929, Mrs, Jerdee has faithfully taken care of her children and the home farm. She has been both a father and a mother in the Christian Stewardship of home and family. The last years of her life have been a sad contrast to her former activity. For the past four years, illness has hampered her physical wishes but has never changed her Christian mind and spirit. A severe stroke brought unconsciousness last Wednesday morning. She lingered at the door of death until Sunday, Christmas Eve, when her Lord reached out His hand to lead her home.Prayer service was held at home. Mrs. Halvor Nelson and Mrs. Iver Njus sand "One Sweetly Solemn Thought," At the Church Service, the text used was based on Psalm 17:15. Her favorite hymn, "What a Friend We Have in Jesus" was sung by Gertrude Attleson, accompanied by Mrs. Grover Johnson. The pallbearers were her six nephews: Harold Uglum, Russell Otteson, Gilbert and Arthur Otteson and Tom and Jacob Jerdee. Mrs. Maurice Ugland and Mrs. Harry Knight had charge of the flowers. Burial was made in the Crane Creek Cemetery adjoining the church.In memory of Mrs. Jerdee, many floral and benevolent offerings were given. Those from a distance who attended the funeral of Mrs. Jerdee were: Mr. and Mrs. Erwin Hanson, Mr. and Mrs. Selmar Weniss, Clifford and Earl Weniss,all of Adams, Minnesota, Mrs. Julian Hopperstad of Albert Lea, Minnesota, Mr. and Mrs. Jack Wilson, Des Moines, Mr. and Mrs. Tom Jerdee, Cresco, Jacob Jerdee of Charles City. Contributed by Jim Johnson |
George O. Jerdee, 89, of New Hampton, died Saturday, July 01, 2006 at Mercy Medical Center in New Hampton. Funeral services will be 11:00 am Wednesday, July 5 at Trinity Lutheran Church in New Hampton with Reverend Kevin Frey officiating. Dennis Strum will be the organist and will accompany those in attendance singing "What A Friend We Have in Jesus" & "On Eagles Wings." Barbara Bowers, George’s daughter, will sing "You Are Mine." Burial will be in the Crane  Creek Cemetery, rural Lawler with grandchildren Benjamin Bowers, Brittany Bowers, Aaron Gladfelder, Kyle Gladfelder, Anéssa Jerdee, Lindsey Jerdee, and J.J. Jerdee serving as casket bearers. Friends may call from 3 to 7 pm Tuesday at Conway-Kolbet Funeral Home in New Hampton and an hour prior to services at the church. George Orval Jerdee was born June 14, 1917, on a farm in Jacksonville Township, rural Lawler, the son of Ole & Bertha (Otteson) Jerdee. He was baptized and confirmed at the Crane Creek Lutheran Church and received his education at Jacksonville #7. In 1929 at the age of 12, following the death of his father, George began farming and continued farming all of his life. On October 31, 1954, he was united in marriage to Beverly Larson in Austin, MN. Following their marriage the couple resided in New Hampton for 2 year before purchasing their farm in Jacksonville Township, northeast of New Hampton in 1956. It was on that farm where George farmed until his death. George enjoyed going fishing with his family, refinishing furniture, playing cards and having coffee with his friends at Tom’s Restaurant. In his younger years he enjoyed going to sales. He was a member of the Trinity Lutheran Church. George is survived by his wife of 51 years, Beverly; 5 children Barbara Jean (Bernard) Bowers of Fayette, IA, Sharon Marie (Dennis) Marker of Clive, IA, Donna Kay (Richard) Gladfelder of Shawnee, KS, Paul Dean (Perla) Jerdee of Socorro, NM, and Keith Lee (Cindy) Jerdee of Lawler, IA; 10 grandchildren Benjamin John Bowers of Fayette, IA, Brittany Johanna Bowers of Fayette, IA, Aaron Michael Gladfelder of Shawnee, KS, Kyle Joseph Gladfelder of Shawnee, KS, Anéssa Renae Jerdee of New Hampton, IA, Lindsey Lee Jerdee of New Hampton, IA, J.J. Jerdee of New Hampton, IA, Scott Paul Jerdee of Socorro, NM, Kendra Gladys Jerdee of Lawler, IA, and Eric Joseph Jerdee of Lawler, IA; 2 step grandchildren William Paxton of Socorro, NM and Maria Paxton of Socorro, NM; 2 sisters Marian Denner of Cranston, RI and Hazel Cooney of Cranston, RI; 3 nephews and 1 niece. He was preceded in death by his parents; 2 brothers Karl and Joseph Jerdee; 3 sisters Claretta Vikdal, Viola Jerdee and Gladys Jerdee. See George Orval Jerdee Pedigree Chart Contributed by Jim Johnson |
Obituary Surnames: Northness, Marik, Kimble, Reetz, Landswerk Contributed by Jim Johnson, August 2007 |
New Hampton Economist Contributed by Jim Johnson |
New Hampton Economist Contributed by James H. Johnson |
Ashland (OR) Tidings Memorial services will be held Thursday for Arthur Norman Johnson of Ashland who died Sunday, March 26, 1995 at an Ashland foster home. He was 80. He was born Sept. 16, 1914 in Lawler, Iowa. In 1954, in Carpenteria, Calif. he married the former Muriel V. Ketz who preceded him in death in 1991. Mr. Johnson served in the United States Army during World War II and was discharged with the rank of Sergeant. He lived in Southern California for many years before moving to Ashland in 1977. He worked as a custodian for the University of California Santa Barbara, retiring in 1977. Mr. Johnson was a member of Grace Lutheran Church, Veterans of Foreign Wars, and the Battery B Army Unit. Memorial services will be held Thursday, at 12:30 p.m. at Grace Lutheran Church, Ashland. Pastor Anthony Schultz will preside. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Litwiller-Simonsen Funeral Directors, Ashland. See Arthur Johnson Pedigree Chart and the Johnson-Ketz Family Group Record Contributed by Jim Johnson |
Obituary Surnames: Ethuen, Marik, Landswerk Contributed by Jim Johnson, August 2007 |
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11 July 1972 Grover Johnson, 78, a retired Jerico area farmer died Sunday, July 9, at the New Hampton hospital. Funeral services have been set for 2 p.m. Wednesday from the Crane Creek Lutheran Church, with Perry-Conway Funeral Service of New Hampton in charge of arrangements. He is survived by two sons, two daughters, 12 grandchildren, five great-grandchildren, and two sisters.Contributed by Jim Johnson |
January 28, 1931 JIM JOHNSON DIED FROM HEART ATTACK James Johnson, the brick and stone mason, died at his home in New Hampton, Thursday morning, January 23, 1931. Death was due to enlargement of the heart (myocarditis). He had been sick but a week. The deceased was born in Dane County, Wisconsin, July 1, 1862. He was married on January 6, 1886, to Miss Nellie Olson. To this union five children were born, two of whom died His funeral services were held on Monday afternoon from the Crane Creek Lutheran Church, and burial was in that parish cemetery. Services were conducted by the pastor, Reverend H. O. Finstad. Jim Johnson was a fine old man and many are sorry that he has been called from earth. He was a man of good habits, moral character, sturdy constitution and he continued to be active in his accustomed pursuits, that of stone mason, brick laying, plastering and cementing, after the usual age men ordinarily drop out of the ranks of the workers. We mourn with his family and to his wife and children and other relatives we extend sincere sympathy. See Jens Johnson Pedigree Chart and the Johnson-Oleson Family Group Record Contributed by Jim Johnson |
See John C. Johnson Pedigree Chart and the Johnson-Amble Family Group Record for the obituary. Contributed by Jim Johnson |
29 Apr 1900 John W. Johnson was born in Onondaga county, New York, Nov. 25, 1820 and died at his home near Bassett, April 8, 1900. At the age of 12 years the deceased, in company with his parents, moved to Saline, Mich. In 1849 he came to Fayette county, Iowa. On Nov. 25, 1850, at the age of 30 years in the town of Elgin, Fayette county, Iowa, he was united in marriage to Miss Lydia Rowley of the same place. In the winter of 1851 he moved to Bradford, Chickasaw county, Iowa and on the 10th day of December, 1851 moved on to the farm on which he died. The deceased raised a large family of children. Seven besides his wife survive him. One, Effie, died in childhood. Of these, two reside in Charles City, Mrs. William Blunt and J.L. Johnson; Mrs. A.E. Gault resides in Bassett. Mrs. H. Thomas in Ionia; Mrs Augustine in Linn county, Iowa and George and Ey at the parental home. The funeral services were conducted at the M.E. church at Bassett by Rev. Dorcas on Tuesday, April 10, and the body was interred in the cemetery at Chickasaw. He can justly be classed as one of the pioneers of Chickasaw county, no settlements then within its borders excepting the old town of Bradford, in which there was one store, an Indian trading post and two or three log houses. The county was not then organized and almost every foot of land lying to the northwest was unsettled, Nashua, Lawler, New Hampton and the towns in the county were not thought of. All travel was by team or on foot across the prairies. No railways at that time running as far west even as Chicago. Everything consumed had to be hauled from near the Mississippi river across almost unfordable streams and over the boundless sea of prairie. His life was but a link between the past and the present, a bridge between the old and the new. His was a mind bold and independent, ever ready to condemn wrong and to advocate what he considered to be right. Another old pioneer gone, taken his place with (she) the silent majority.
Found by Jane McGrane, New Hampton Public Library. Transcribed and contributed by Shirley Howell |
30 May 1972 Mrs. Josephine Johnson, 78, of New Hampton died Friday afternoon, May 26, at the New Hampton Care Center. Funeral services were at 2 p. m. Monday from the Crane Creek Lutheran Church, with the Rev. David Stewart officiating. Burial was at the Crane Creek Cemetery and Perry-Conway Funeral Service had charge of arrangements.Josephine Iverson was born January 7, 1894 in Howard County, the daughter of Ole and Martha Iverson. She attended Howard County schools and schools in Albert Lea, Minn., and Cedar Falls. She later taught school in Chickasaw and Howard Counties. She was married to Grover Johnson on July 26, 1922 and they had since made their home near Jerico.Mrs. Johnson is survived be her husband; two sons, Obert of Minneapolis and Vernon of Stewartville, Minn., two daughters, Mrs. Lola Murray of Austin, Minn., and Mrs. Marlys Babington of Seattle, Wash.; 12 grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; two sisters, Miss Lena Iverson of Rochester, Minn., and Mrs. Clara Sanderson of Cresco; and a brother, Henry Iverson of Caldwell, Idaho. She was preceded in death by three brothers, five sisters and two infant daughters.Contributed by Jim Johnson |
9 February 1927 Louis Johnson Dies Suddenly Louis Johnson, for more than 40 years a resident of this community passed away suddenly at his home north of town at the noon hour on Monday, the summons coming almost without warning while he was conversing with his sister. Louis Johnson, son of Rev. and Mrs. H. C. Johnson, was born at Dallas City, Ill., July 28, 1869 and later moved to Carthage, Ill. In 1883 he came to Iowa, where he spent the remainder of his life. After the death of his parents he and two sisters, Mrs. Mary Neubauer and Miss Kate Johnson remained in the home in the west part of town for several years. About nine years ago they sold their home and moved to a farm and since that time have lived in the country near Nashua. A few years ago Mrs. Neubauer passed away, leaving Louis and his sister Kate to carry on alone. Deceased has been afflicted for the past few years with enlargement of the heart, which was the cause of his sudden demise. He was known as a man of integrity and true worth and in the years he had dwelt among us had won many true friends who were shocked and pained to hear of his passing. He is survived by two sister, Miss Kate Johnson of Nashua, and Mrs. Ella Mommer of Traer, and by nieces and nephews. He was a member of the Episcopal church. Funeral services will be conducted Thursday at 2 p.m. at the M. E. church, Rev. Raymond Grant officiating. Interment will be at Oak Hill cemetery. Contributed by Misti Adams |
July 9, 1936 Mrs. Nellie Johnson Passed Away On Sunday July 5th Mrs. Nellie Johnson, age 70 years, 5 months and 3 days, died at her home on East Main Sunday afternoon, July 5, at 3:35, following an illness of five months. A short time ago she submitted to a very serious operation for a tumor of the stomach, hoping that it would improve her health, but she grew steadily worse. Everything possible was done for her but her sickness did not respond to treatment. Nellie Olson was born in Norway, February 2, 1865. When a very On January 6, 1886, she became the bride of James Johnson of New Hampton, who died January 22, 1931. Five children were born to them; one son and one daughter preceded their mother in death. Those who survive are John of Oakland, California, Harold of Columbus, Ohio, and Mildred at home. Besides her children she is survived by one grandson, James, of Columbus, Ohio. Following her marriage the family lived on a farm near New Hampton, later moving to this city. Mrs. JOHNSON was a member of the Crane Creek Lutheran church. She was a faithful worker in the Women's Relief corps of this city. She was a devoted wife and mother, a kind neighbor and a true friend. By these qualities she had endeared herself to all whose lives she touched. Funeral services were held Tuesday, July 7, at 1 o'clock, at the home and 2:00 o'clock at the Crane Creek Lutheran church. Rev. H.M. Finstad conducted the services. Members of the Martha Mission furnished music for the service at the home. Burial was made in the Crane Creek cemetery. Those from out of town who attend the funeral were Mrs. Nels Johnson, Mrs. Nordine Torgerson, Mr. and Mrs. Wallace Johnson and Mr. and Mrs. Edwin Johnson, all of Adams, Minnesota. IN MEMORY OF MRS. JAMES JOHNSON We extend our deepest sympathy to all who mourn the death on Mrs. Johnson. In the passing of Mrs. James Johnson we feel the loss of an estimable woman, neighbor and friend whose kind words and deeds endeared her to all with whom she met. Her cheerful conversation was always an uplift to Mrs. Mills. Mrs. Johnson was at all times just her self "Nellie", a person of rare integrity. For more than a half century we have heartily enjoyed "Nellie" as best of friends. Mills family. Again the Master beckoned and one of our faithful sisters heard the call and gently her spirit winged its way to Him who gave it. She was faithful to every trust and down through the years her untiring labor in behalf of the Relief corps will stand as a monument to her memory. The tender sympathy of this Women's Relief corps, A.P. Morton post, No 69, is extended to her sons and daughter. Not dead, but only promoted. She has entered the Order above, And there 'neath the smiles of the Master, She will finish her labors of love. The next regular meeting of the corps will be Tuesday, July 14th. --Mable Thorson, Press Cor. See Nellie Oleson Pedigree Chart and the Johnson-Oleson Family Group Record Contributed by Jim Johnson |
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Theone Johnson nee Fouberg, 90, of Saude, died peaceful Friday, October 14, 2005 at her home after a brief illness. Funeral Services will be 2:00 pm Tuesday, October 18 at the Saude Evangelical Lutheran Church, rural Lawler, with Reverend Kent Dethlefsen officiating. Mary Dethlefsen will be the organist and will accompany those in attendance singing "Beautiful Savior," "O’ Happy Day When We Shall Stand," & "Abide With Me." The soloist, Heidi Bakke will sing "How Great Thou Art." Interment will be in the church cemetery with Nathan Holt, Paul Iwaszko, Donald Knutson, Jeff Knutson, Larry Benz and Oakleigh Natvig serving as casket bearers. Visitation will be from 4 to 8 pm Monday at Conway-Kolbet Funeral Home in New Hampton and an hour prior to services at the church. Theone Johnson was born July 25, 1915 in Forestburg, South Dakota, the daughter of Robert & Lena (Johnson) Fouberg. She attended local schools where she was active in the choir and valedictorian of her graduating class. She was united in marriage to Alvin (Mel) Johnson on February 15, 1934 in the parsonage at Saude. She and Mel farmed in the Saude area all their lives. She was a very active member of the Saude Lutheran Church for over 50 years. She had a life long love of learning. Christian education was very important to her and she was founding member of the Saude Christian Day school and an active member of Bethany Auxiliary throughout her life. She remained deeply interested in her family and the world around her until her final hours. She was an avid gardener, exceptional cook and a gifted communicator. She will be remembered for her deep love and commitment to her husband, her family and her friends. Family and friends were remembered with letters on their birthday, at Christmas and all times in between when a word of congratulations, encouragement or sympathy was needed The Fourth of July always meant family and softball at Saude Park, Christmas always meant a mass family gathering at the farm house. She will be sorely missed. She is survived by 7 children Lorraine Holt of Lawler, Joan (Bill) Jurs of Decorah, Roger (Thelma) Johnson of New Hampton, Linda (Gerry) Bakke and Bernis (Tom) Benzer both of Buffalo, MN, Rick and Gary (Ann) Johnson both of Lawler; 23 grandchildren Nathan, William, Myron, Douglas Holt and Susan Conrad, Jorja Iwaszko, Faith Jurs, Gretchen Jurs, Christopher Johnson, Jennifer McCabe, Eric, Heather, Shawn, Heidi, Alyssa and Kyle Bakke, Andrew , Joshua, Mark and Brandon Benzer, Eli and Thad Johnson; 23 great grandchildren Matthew, Angela, Rachel, Derek, Abby, Justin and Hannah Holt, Kristy, Laurie and Nicole Hottinger, Shannon and Emily Conrad, Kristy Calloway, Jacob Pavlovec, and Laurel Jurs-Ellsworth, Justin and Tyler Bancroft, Erik and Hallie Johnson, Elizabeth and Katherine McCabe, Issac Bakke and Sydney Benzer; 2 great-great grandchildren Devin Adams and Bennett Combs; 2 brothers Russell (Vera) Fouberg of Letcher, SD and Maynerd Fouberg of Huron, SD; son-in-law Jim Reyerson and his family Casey Gustafson and their children Katie and Charlie. Theone was preceded in death by her husband Mel Johnson, her parents, one daughter, Nancy Reyerson, one son- in- law Stanley Holt, two grandchildren and one great-grandchild; and two brothers, Harold and Omer. See Theone Fouberg Pedigree Chart Contributed by Jim Johnson |
Obituary Surnames: Thompson Contributed by Jim Johnson, August 2007 |
26 January 1927 William Sylvester Jordan was born in Floyd County, Iowa, April 15 1876 and died at the home of his brother near Chickasaw, Saturday, Jan 22, 1927. Deceased was a son of Alex Jordan who resided in Chickasaw, and of Olive Voilette Jordan who proceeded him in death. He was one of a family of seven children, all but one brother and one sister preceding him in death. He has been in failing health for some time but did not complain and few knew of his serious condition. He leave to morn their loss his father Alex Jorden, his brother Fred Jordan and wife and three children, his sister Mrs. Cook and husband and three children of Lamont, Iowa and a number of other relatives and many friends. He has lived at Chickasaw all his life and (rest unreadable) Contributed by Misti Adams |
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in infancy, and three of whom with their mother, remain to mourn his death. The living children are John of Sacramento, California, Mildred at home, but a student in Columbia University, New York City, and Harold of Columbus, Ohio. He also leaves one grandson, one sister, Mrs. Nels Johnson of Adams, Minnesota, and one brother, John Johnson of Minot, North Dakota.
small child she came to this country with her parents. Shortly after their arrival her parents both died leaving her an orphan at an early age. She was reared in the home of an uncle, Ole Flatjord, of Crane Creek. Her early education was received in the schools of this county.
singing "Heaven Is My Home," "Alleluia, Jesus Lives," "Abide With Me," and "Jesus, Still Lead On."Burial will be in the church cemetery with James Johnson, Charles Johnson, Gary Johnson, Kenny Rinken, Wayne Johnson, and Paul L. Johnson serving as casket bearers. Honorary casket bearers will be Charles Johnson, Andrew Geerts, Merle Rochford, and Donald Shatek. Friends may call from 3 to 7 pm Friday at Conway-Kolbet Funeral Home in New Hampton and an hour prior to services at the church.
