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30 October 1931 Has Been Resident of Chickasaw County For About 69 Years Lawler Cor. – Mrs. Michael Keegan of Lawler passed away at her home Tuesday morning, October 27, 1931, at 8:00 o'clock. She passed her 91st birthday, June 21st, of this year. Her death was due to infirmities due to old age. She had been in poor health for several months. The deceased, Miss Bridget Folan, was born June 21, 1840, in Ireland. She came to this country with her parents, the good, substantial pioneer builders of our country, who suffering the privations of early pioneer life  and who wended their way westward and located in the state of Iowa at Lyons, over 80 years ago. At that place the Folan family came in contact with another substantial family of empire builders. Out of this friendship with the Keegan family their developed a kinship which culminated in the marriage of Bridget Folan with Michael Keegan. They were married in June 1862 at Lyons, Iowa, and in the following year these sturdy people moved to Chickasaw county, Iowa. For 69 years Mrs. Keegan has been a resident of this county. It is with pride and respect that we honor those who did so much in the up building of our country. Her husband preceded her in death about one year ago. Mrs. Keegan was the mother of seven children, three having preceded her to the great beyond, viz: James, John, and Patrick. Her surviving children are Mrs. Jane Nolan of Ironwood, Michigan, Michael E. Keegan of Minneapolis, Minnesota, Matt E Keegan and Mrs. Nellie Leonard of Lawler, Iowa. Mrs. Keegan was a great woman here on earth. She was a noble woman who performed many acts of love and charity. There is consolation in the belief that her reward is rich in the hereafter. She was a devoted member of the Catholic faith and belonged to the Rosary society. Funeral services were held Thursday morning in Our Lady of Mt. Carmel church. Burial in the adjoining cemetery. Services were conducted by the pastor, Rev. J. J. O'Donnell. Out-of-town relatives who attended the funeral were: Mr. and Mrs. M. E. Keegan and son Basil, of Minneapolis, Minnesota, Mr. and Mrs. Michael Nolan and son John, of Bessemer, Michigan, Mrs. Marvin De Sonia and James Nolan, of Ironwood, Michigan, and Pat Folan of Minneapolis, Minnesota. Contributed by David Keegan |
Reprinted from the New Hampton, IA papers of the day Lawler Boy Died at Portland, Oregon Word has been received that John Keegan, son of Mr. and Mrs. Matt Keegan, died at Portland Oregon. The body will arrive Saturday morning for burial at Lawler. No Funeral arrangements have been made. January 12, 1932 Son of Mr. and Mrs. M. Keegan Dies Suddenly at Oregon Lawler Cor.—John F. Keegan died from heart failure January 4, 1932. His death came as a great shock to his father and mother and his brothers and sisters, who were unprepared for this sudden and sad news. John L. Keegan 1, eldest son of Mr. and Mrs. Matt Keegan, was on March 25, 1895. He attended Lawler High School and Columbia College at Dubuque. He enlisted in the World War, but was rejected on account of a bad heart and enlisted as Secretary of the Knights of Columbus for war service and gave his services with that organization all during the War. Following the War he took up an electrical engineering course and was engaged in electrical work for several years at Portland, Oregon. John Keegan was a splendid young man of good habits, kind disposition, was well liked and admired by all who knew him. His religious ideals found expression in his daily life, making him a man, honest and reliable and trustworthy. He leaves to mourn his death, his father and mother, two brothers, James of Minneapolis and P. H. of Lawler, four sisters, Madonna, wife of Ray Landon of Chicago, Clara 2 , wife of James Mangan of Chicago, Rose in Chicago, and Anna, wife of Mr. Leeney of Gary, Indiana. The services were held on Monday morning January 11th from Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church in Lawler. Rev. J. J. O'Donnell officiating. Burial was in Mt. Carmel cemetery. We extend or sincere sympathy to Mr. and Mrs. Matt Keegan and family and relatives. The following attended the funeral of John Keegan here Monday: Mr. and Mrs. James Keegan, of Minneapolis, Mrs. Ray Landon of Chicago, Illinois, Mrs. James Mangan of Chicago, Illinois, Rose Keegan of Chicago, Illinois, Cecil Keegan, Minneapolis, Minnesota, and Mrs. Curely, Chicago, Illinois Mrs. Henry Mangan, Mrs. Ray Landon, Miss Anna Keegan 3 of Chicago and Mrs. E. L. Leeney of Hammond, Indiana, left for their homes Tuesday night having been here to attend the funeral of their brother John Keegan. Spelling Corrections: Contributed by: David Keegan |
Article first published 28 May 1896 Probably New Hampton Courier John Keegan and his sister came from Lawler to New Hampton Saturday, and when they were returning home in the evening, the colt, which he was driving, became frightened at a passing team, when opposite the fair ground, and kicked over the dashboard, striking him in the stomach. He was brought back to New Hampton and Dr. Gardner was summoned, but his injuries were of such a nature as to be beyond medical aid, and he died at the Fox Bros' restaurant, where he had been taken, Sunday evening. Deceased was about nineteen years of age, a young man of fine appearance and was a favorite with all whom he was acquainted. He leaves a father, mother, two sisters, and four brothers to mourn his sudden and untimely demise. The funeral services were held Tuesday at Lawler in the church of the “Lady of Mt. Carmel,” Rev. Father Hawe conducting the services, after which all that was mortal of John was consigned to mother earth, to awaken to a better and more glorious life.
Note: This John F. Keegan is son of Michael and Bridget Keegan. Contributed by David Keegan |
Reprinted from the New Hampton, IA paper of the day Matt Keegan Dies Monday; Services Today
Matt Keegan died in St. Joseph's Hospital New Hampton, Monday evening April 12, 1943 from a long illness with heart trouble. He was in his 79th year. Funeral services will be held this Thursday morning at 9:30 o'clock from St. Joseph's church and will be conducted by the pastor the Very Reverend J. J. Leen. The deceased was born at Postville a son of the late Mike Keegan and Bridget Folen and has always resided in this part of Iowa, most of the years in the Lawler and New Hampton communities. As he grew to manhood he received his education in the schools of this section and followed the occupation of farming. In May of 1890 he was married to Rose McFall (McFaul) at Lawler and they moved to a farm southeast of New Hampton, where they Mr. And Mrs. Matt Keegan were the parents of eight children, John and Helen preceded their parents in death. The living children are Madonna (Mrs. Ray Landon), Claire (Mrs. Henry Mangan), Rose Keegan, James Keegan, Anna (Mrs. Ed Leeney) all from away from here, and Pat Keegan who lives on the old home farm. There are a number of grandchildren and other relatives left to mourn with the above. Mr. Keegan was a good husband, father, and brother and a good neighbor and friend. He was highly respected in life and he departed this life well prepared by the rites of his church. We extend sympathy to his children, grandchildren and other relatives. Contributed by: David Keegan |
Reprinted from the New Hampton, IA paper of the day Michael Keegan Dies At Lawler Lawler Corr---Mr. Michael Keegan, one of the long-time residents of Chickasaw county, passed away Thursday, January 23, 1930 at the age of 87 years. Mr. Keegan had been in failing health for a considerable time. He bore his sufferings with Christian fortitude, sustained by an unwavering faith, and when the final moment came he was ready for the call to the new life beyond the grave. Michael Keegan was born in Brooklyn, NY, January 1, 1843. When a young man moved to Lyons, Iowa where in 1862 he was married to Bridget Nolen (Folen). Three years later he moved Mr. and Mrs. Michael Keegan were the parents of seven children. His aged wife and four children survive him. Three children preceded him in death. Michael of Minneapolis, Matt, who resides on the home farm, Mrs. Mary Jane Nolan of Ironwood, Mich., Mrs. Nellie Leonard of Lawler. He leaves 16 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren. Mr. Keegan always held to high ideals and was continually reaching out a helping hand to assist others on life's journey. To know him was to esteem and honor him. To his family he was a devoted husband and father, and to those who knew him, a faithful friend. He had many excellent traits and character, and his life was filled with many acts of kindness and love. The funeral was held at Mt. Carmel church Saturday morning, mass for the dead being said by Reverend Father O'Donnell and interment was made in the Mt. Carmel cemetery. Those who attended the funeral from away are, Mrs. Mary Jane Nolan of Ironwood, Mich., Mrs. M. E. Keegan and sons, Basil and Cecil of Minneapolis, Miss Eileen Leonard of Chicago, Stewart Kane and Pat Folen of St. Paul, Mrs. Anna Donnelly and sons Paul and John, and Miss Bessie O'Hollearu of New Hampton. Contributed by: David Keegan |
18 February 1915 Johnson M. Keller, Part Owner and Editor of The Reporter, Answers the Final Summons Johnson M. Keller, one of Nashua's best known business men passed away at his home in this city at 8:15 Tuesday morning after an illness of about a year's duration. About a year ago Mr. Keller was taken with a severe cough which clung to him during the summer months and in September he was compelled to give up his work and went to Norway, Mich., for a few weeks rest hoping that a change of climate would restore him to health. But the desired benefit did not result and he returned no better than when he went. Doctors had pronounced his ailment Bright's disease and from the date of his return home he grew gradually worse until he was unable to leave the house. For some weeks he had been confined to his bed part of the time. Tuesday morning he asked to get up as usual and was assisted to a chair by his wife and mother, and the end came almost instantly and without warning, although he had not been so well the previous night. The immediate cause of his death was heart failure caused from the ravages of the disease. Our partner has gone. To the reader these four words may express but little, but to the writer, who for fifteen years has been associated in business and on the most intimate terms with "our partner" the words mean much. Few men knew Johnson Keller, even those who met him daily on the streets or in the business affairs of the community. Of a retiring nature, instead of pushing himself to the front he had rather to be led. Fifteen years ago the 29th day of April, we came to Nashua and took up our work as part owner and editor of the REPORTER, and fifteen years of continuous daily association with the deceased revealed to us characteristics not shown to those with whom he came in contact in a less intimate manner. He was a man scrupulous to a degree in his business affairs. Always ready and anxious to carry his end of the business burdens in every respect, and never a shirker, was the kind of man we found him. In public duties he was ever ready to do his part, but in a quiet, unostentatious way. Our partner has gone, and in his departure we feel that we have lost not only our partner but a man who fifteen years of the closest associations had taught us to respect and love. Deceased was a member of the Modern Woodmen and had held positions of trust in the order in days gone by. He was a musician of considerable ability and for many years had been at the head of the Nashua band and devoted much time to the interest of that organization. His relatives will have the sympathy of a large circle of friends in their bereavement. Johnson Morris Keller was born at Carlyle, Montgomery county, New York, July 11, 1865, and died at his home in Nashua, Iowa, February 16, 1915, at the age of 49 years, 7 months and 4 days. His father died when deceased was about ten years of age and a few years later he moved with his mother and brother to Canojaharte, N. Y., where they lived until 1881 when his mother moved to Iowa, locating in Nashua, deceased following about a year later. He was married June 26, 1892, to Miss Hattie Wiley and to this union was born one daughter, Gladys M., who with the wife, is left to mourn the loss of a devoted father and husband. He is also survived by his mother, Mrs. Mary Frost and one brother, Nellis G., both of this city. One sister died at the age of about two years. Deceased started life for himself when about 15 years age in a Buffalo, N. Y., job office. After feeding a Gordon press for about a year he came to Iowa and attended the Nashua public school for a year or more. In 1884 he entered the employ of Joe Grawe on the Nashua Post, where he worked until 1890, when he went to Duluth, working a year on the News. Being let out on a strike he drifted to Minneapolis and worked a couple of years on the Tribune. With the advent of type setting machines he returned to Nashua and took charge of the REPORTER, just established by Misses Murray & Gorman, "the girls' as they were called. In 1898 he purchased Miss Gorman's interest in the REPORTER and was associated for one year with Miss Murray, when the writer purchased her interest. Since that time until last October he was continusly at service in the REPORTER office. The funeral service will be at the Methodist church today (Thursday) at 2 p.m., Rev. B. W. Burleigh, of the Congregational church officiating, and interment will be at Oak Hill. Contributed by Claudia Groh, Transcribed by Mike Peterson. |
18 October 1933 Surnames: Baker, Keyes, Faville Contributed by Claudia Groh |
22 September 1976 Rita Klassen Taken at 54 Mrs. William (Rita) Klassen of Ionia, 54, died Wednesday at a Mason City hospital following a long illness. Services were held at 11 a.m. Friday from St. Boniface church in Ionia with burial in the church cemetery. She is survived by her husband; three daughters, Mrs. Martin (Mary) Ashley of Charles City, Sister Bonita of Webster City and Mrs. James (Marguerite) Ashley of Ionia; a son William of Ionia; two brothers, Clarence of Ionia and Jerome of Los Angeles; and five sisters. They are Sister Mary Francella and Sister Mary Carina, both of Dubuque; Mrs. Oswald Schmitz of New Hampton, Lucille of Ionia and Mrs. Joe Thraenert of Elma. Contributed By Misti Adams |
August 20, 1908 Ida B., daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Klunder, who lives 1 mile south and 1/2 mile east of the Prosper school house, passed away Thursday morning after an illness of but two days. Ida was a very bright and studious child and took a great interest in her school work, and on Monday and Tuesday attended school as usual. On her return home Tuesday night she complained of not feeling well and all the following day lounged about the house. That evening she was taken worse and a physician worked over her all the night, but his efforts were in vain and she died the next morning. The nature of her disease was bronchial pneumonia, but a report was circulated that the child died of black diphtheria, which has wrought the people up in that neighborhood considerably and it is said that even the school has been closed. Ida had always been a delicate child and when she was a little girl living in Clayton county where she was born almost 9 years ago, her physician told the mother that a severe cold would be sure to prove fatal to her. The funeral was held at the church in Pleasant Valley at 2 p.m., Saturday, and the burial was in the cemetery at that place. Contributed By Mary Thiele Fobian |
12 January 1927 Obituary of J. D. Knapp The following sketch of the life of a former Nashua resident for many years, we take from the Joliet, Ill., Evening News, of Dec. 30: Jefferson D. Knapp, 83 years old, Civil War veteran, died in the home of his son, W. A. Knapp, 519 West Marion street, last night after a year's illness. Born in Canton, Nov. 12, 1842, he enlisted for service in the Civil war March 20, 1864, serving in Company F. 36th Wisconsin Infantry. He fought in the battle of the Wilderness and finished his enlistment service July 12, 1865, after which he became the manager of a newspaper in Nashua, Ia., and remained there for seven years. Later he engaged in the merchandise and real estate business. He resided for 20 years in Joliet, and passed the remaining active years of his life as a traveling salesman. After his retirement from business life he purchased a summer home at Dwight. Surviving him are his widow and son William, a real estate dealer. The G. A. R. officers will be in charge of the funeral service to be held tomorrow afternoon at 2 o'clock in the Chamberlin and Sloan chapel with the Rev. Walter H. Mecpherson officiating. Burial will be in Elmhurst cemetery. Contributed by Misti Adams |
13 July 1899 Died--At his home in Nashua, on Friday, July 7, 1899, Mr. Henry W. Knight, aged about 61 years. Henry W. Knight was born in Rome, N. Y., August 20, 1838, and died at his home in Nashua, Iowa, July 7, 1899. At the age of 19 years he moved from New York to Columbus, Wis., remaining there until 1864, when he came to Nashua, where he continued to make his home until his death. In 1864, at Columbus, Wis., he was married to Ellen M. Smith. There remains to cherish the memory of this beloved husband and father, the wife and two children, a son, Lucian B., residing in Minneapolis, Minn., and a daughter, Miss Bertha, residing at the home in Nashua. Mr. Knight had deep religious convictions early in life, and when a child gave his heart to God and lived a Christian life. In the death of Mr. Knight another of the early settlers of this community has been removed. He was taken with la grippe last February from which he never fully recovered. About one month ago his case became critical. The best medical skill was employed, but of no avail. His early work is over. He has laid aside life's burdens. He said to the writer a few days before he died, that many years ago he had accepted Christ, and that he still trusted him as his Savior. He realized that he was passing down into the valley of the shadow of death, but lo, Christ was with him to cheer him on his way. The widow and children, in this affliction, have the sympathy of a large circle of friends. May God's grace abundantly sustain them.Contributed and Transcribed by Mike Peterson |
Newspaper Name and Date Unknown  Her pastor, Rev. H. M. Tjernagel, faithful in his attendance at her side during the last days that she lived, conducted the service at the home here and to the Jerico Synod Lutheran church. Interment was made in the adjoining parish cemetery. Mrs. Knutson of quiet and resigned disposition, suffered patiently and was given every earthly comfort by her devoted husband and close relations. A well earned rest was her reward, for she died as she had lived, faithful to the true Christian training learned in her childhood and found rest and peace in the assurances of her Saviour's love and salvation. She was a life long member of the Jerico Synod Lutheran church, a daughter of Ola and Anna Anderson, born near Jerico, 58 years ago, baptized and confirmed in the Lutheran faith. As she grew to womanhood she was married to John S. Knutson, also of this community. Surviving are the husband and three brothers and three sisters; Ole Anderson, of Saude, Hank Anderson, Jim Anderson, Martha, Mrs. A. J. Knutson; Anna, Mrs. Charles Johnson and Julia, Mrs. L. A. Robinson, all of this community. Preceding her in death were a sister, Kari, Mrs. Andrew Braham and a brother, Andrew Anderson. Pall bearers were six nephews: Alvie Robinson, Ole O. Anderson, Edwin Thompson, Ole J. Anderson, Oscar Anderson, and Henry A. Knutson. Laid to rest in a beautiful casket with floral wreaths surrounding, the memory of Mrs. Knutson will linger long in the hearts of her many friends whose sympathy goes out to her bereaved ones in their loss and sorrow. Relatives from a distance here to attend the funeral were Mrs. Halvor Peterson and daughter and John Knutson of Artesia, South Dakota; Mrs. John Johnson, and son and Mrs. Lena Erickson of Adams, Minnesota; Mr. and Mrs. Peter Ofstethun of Cedar Falls, Iowa and Mr. and Mrs. Severt Knutson of Boyd.
Contributed by James H. Johnson |
Born February 9, 1865. Died November 2, 1941. Funeral Held Wednesday At Jerico Lutheran Church CRANE CREEK - Robert Knutson was born in Jostedalen, Norway, February 9, 1865. He was the son of Sjur and Anna Knutson. At the age of 3 years he immigrated to America and settled with his parents in this community where the remainder of his life was spent.He was baptized in the Lutheran faith in Norway when a child. He was confirmed by Rev. Moses at the Lutheran church at Saude.In 1887 he was married to Gunhilda Anderson by Rev. Moses at Saude. Ten children were born. Four died in infancy, and a daughter, Anna, Mrs. Audrew Anderson, died in 1927. Besides his wife he is survived by five children: Julia, Mrs, Ole O. Olson of Woonsocket, So, Dak., Andrew of New Hampton, Severt of Lawler, Clara, Mrs. George Peacha of St. Paul Minn, Edwin at home. All his children were present at the funeral, also sixteen grandchildren and two great grandchildren. Four sisters also mourn the death of a brother, Mary, Mrs. Halvor Ronnie, of Lawler, Anna, Mrs. George Clynch of Cresco, Martha, Mrs. Thom Thompson of New Hampton and Bertha, Mrs. Fauberg, of Forestburg, So. Dak., One sister, Mrs. Ellen Anderson, died Oct. 22. 1941. Less than two weeks ago she was buried in the same cemetery where her brother was laid to rest Wednesday. Four years ago Mr. and Mrs. Robert Knutson observed their gulden wedding with relatives and friends at the Jerico Lutheran church.Mr. Knutson suffered from a lingering illness but death came suddenly Sunday morning, Nov. 2, at his home. He was 76 years, 8 months and 21 days old. During his illness he was cared for by his faithful wife who now is bereft of her companion of 54 years.Mr. Knutson was a faithful member of the Jerico Lutheran church all his life. Funeral services were conducted by Rev. N. S. Tjernagle Wednesday afternoon, Nov. 5, with brief services at the house at 1:30 in the afternoon.At the Jerico Lutheran church funeral services were held at 2:00 o'clock. The pall bearers were: R. C. Ebert, Elma; Henry Ronnie, Lawler; Alfred Johnson, Lawler; Severt Fossen, Lawler; Ole Throndson, Lawler and Thom Thompson, New Hampton.Contributed by Jim Johnson |
2 July 2003 Kent K. Kruger, 61, passed away Sunday, June 20, 2003 Kent was born August 6, 1941 in Charles City, the son of Donald and Joyce (Bailey) Kruger. He graduated from Nashua high school in 1959. He was united in marriage to Joan Lienau at the First Baptist Church in Fredericksburg on June 12, 1965. Kent worked for White Farm Equipment Company for two years and has now worked for the Chickasaw County Highway Department for over 42 years. He also was rural delivery man for the Des Moines Register for over 20 years. Kent loved fishing, hunting, bowling and trap shooting. He also enjoyed the stock car races. His cooking was legendary and was always ready to try new recipes. Kent was president of the Fish and Game Club and the past president and secretary of the Bowling League. He was inducted in both the Fishing and Bowling Hall of Fames. His hobbies, organizations and awards meant very much to him, but time spent with his family and especially his grandchildren was the time he treasured. Kent is survived by his wife, Joan; three daughters and their spouses, Kimberly and Mark Capron of Iowa City; Michelle and Scott Cerwinske of Nashua; Amy and David Helmkamp of Rock Island, Illinois; one son and his wife, David and Jessica Kruger of Plainfield; two brothers and their spouses, Kerry and Pat Kruger of Nashua and Donald and Brenda Kruger of Woodward; six grandchildren: Zachary and Alissa Capron, Noah and Megan Cerwinske, Kayla and Kaitlyn Kruger. Kent was preceded in death by his parents and a granddaughter, Aleah C. Capron on Feb. 13, 1995. Funeral services were held at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, June 24, 2003 at the United Methodist Church in Nashua. Pastor Marion Sindt officiated. Organist was Betty Orric and vocalist was Gail Allison. Casketbearers were: David Demro, David Crandall, Tim Kleinschmidt, Dennis Burnett, John Campbell, Adam Drewelow. Interment was in Greenwood Cemetery, Nashua. Hugeback and Chenoweth Funeral Homes, Nashua, was in charge of the arrangements. Reprinted with the gracious permission of the publishers of the Nashua Reporter, 2003 Contributed by Sheryl McClure |
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Burial will be in Mt. Carmel cemetery Lawler, beside the remains of his wife and his children who have gone on before.
resided until 1936, when they moved to New Hampton. Mrs. Keegan died March 6 1940.
to Chickasaw county where he purchased a farm near Lawler and reside there until he moved to Lawler in 1903, where he has resided ever since.