Naeve, Viola Henrietta (1909 - 1910)
Schleswig Leader - September 16, 1910
It is with the deepest regret that we are compelled to chronicle the death of Viola Henrietta, the infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Naeve. Why one so sweet should be called away from the loving parents is more than we, in our ignorance, can understand, but the God who places us here on this earth calls us at his won sweet will.
The cause of death was brochitis with bowel trouble. Mrs. Naeve with the baby, was visiting with relatives at Elwood, this state, where the baby was taken sick. The little one was very sick at first, but later improved rapidly and was thought to be out of danger, but complications set in and the little soul passed to its reward on Friday, September 9, 1910.
Little Viola was born Feb 15, 1909, hence was aged 1 year, 6 months and 14 days at the time of her death. The funeral was held from the house, interment taking place in the Nissen cemetery. The sorrowing parents have the sympathy of the entire community in the sad loss of this, their only child.
Once we had a fragrant blossom
Full of sweetness, full of love,
But tho Angels came and plucked it
For that beautious world above.
Little Viola was our darling,
Pride of all the hearts at home,
But the Angels came and whispered,
Whispered softly, "Viola come."
Submitted by Bob Kuehl
Herbert J. Nepple (1919 - 2000)
Daily Times Herald, Carroll, Iowa, 21 Sep 2000Funeral service for Herbert J. Nepple of Vail will be held at 10:30 a.m. Friday, Sept. 22, 2000, at St. Ann Catholic Church of Vail. Mr. Nepple, 81, died on Tuesday, Sept. 19, 2000, at Denison Care Center in Denison. Burial will be at St. Ann Cemetery in Vail. Friends called after 3 p.m. today at the Huebner Funeral Home in Denison, with a Legion of Mary rosary following at 4 p.m. and a vigil service by the Knights of Columbus at 7 p.m.
A son of Otto and Catherine (Banscher) Nepple, he was born on July 9, 1919, at Templeton. He grew up there and attended Sacred Heart Catholic School in Templeton.
He helped out on the family farm and hired out to other local farmers before joining the U.S. Army. Mr. Nepple joined the 133rd Engineer Combat Battalion on May 7, 1942.
He received an honorable discharge in July 1943, as he returned home to be married to Cecelia Irlmeier at Holy Angels Catholic Church in Roselle. The couple farmed on the Nepple family farm until 1958, when they moved to a farm near Vail. They moved into Vail in 1973 and Mr. Nepple retired in 1979. The couple made winter trips in retirement to Treasure Island, Fla.
While in his seventies, Mr. Nepple served on the Vail City Council and also the Community Club. He was a member of St. Ann's Catholic Church, Knights of Columbus, Vail American Legion Post No. 65 and also a 4-H leader. Mr. Nepple enjoyed fishing, woodworking and dancing.
Survivors include his wife Cecelia of Vail; three sons, James Nepple and his wife, Jean, of Muscatine, Gary Nepple of Storm Lake and Kenneth Nepple and his wife, Lisa, of Vail; 11 grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; a brother, Alphonse Nepple of Carroll; and a sister, Collette Schiefen, of LeMars. Three sisters-in-laws, Sophia Nepple of Carroll, Florence Thelen and her husband, Gerald, of Atlantic, and Marie Ertz and her husband, Ray, of Glidden.
Mr. Nepple was preceded in death by his parents; two infant sisters; and three brothers, Edward, Lawrence and Norbert Nepple.
Newcom, James T.(1839 - 1909)
Denison Review March 31, 1909Death Takes Noted Pioneer
James T. Newcom Dies At His Daughter's Home
Funeral Service in Deloit
of Southern Birth
He fought for the Lost Cause, but Dies Beloved and Respected by Northern Neighbors.
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J. D. Newcom received a dispatch Thursday afternoon that his brother, James T. Newcom died Thursday noon at the home of his daughter, Mrs. A. C. Dobson, near Selby, S. D. Although sad, this was not unexpected news, as he has been in poor health for several months and the past few weeks we had been informed of his serious illness.
The remains were brought back to Deloit for burial accompanied by his daughter and husband, Mr. and Mrs. A. C. Dobson and his sons, Ferman and Heman. Arriving Sunday morning they were met by relatives and friends. His eldest son was away from home at the time of the death and did not get the news in time to be present, his wife and baby came on Saturday.
He leaves to mourn their loss besides his children and grandchildren, six brothers and sisters, John of Deloit, Samuel of Smithland, Richard and George of Odebolt, Cashus of Boonesteel, S. D. and Dale of Arlington, Nebr, Mrs. D. Tucker of Washington, Mrs. Stovall of Kansas and Mrs. Lou Arnold of Mason City.
He united with the L. D. S. church March 1, 1866 and remained a faithful member until death. The funeral was held Monday morning at eleven o'clock by Elder Charles Derry of Woodbine. The attendance was large, showing the wide circle of friends he had made during the many years he had his residence here, who came to pay this last tribute of respect to the departed one.
Relatives from a distance besides his children were; Samuel Newcom and daughter, Mrs. Bertha Stone of Smithland, his son George of Boyer, Richard Newcom and wife, George Newcom and wife of Odebolt, Dale Newcom of Arlington, Neb., Green Stovall of Peabody, Kansas, Arthur Arnold and sister Mrs. Mattie Johnson of ... City and Mrs. And Mrs. Tucker of Denison. The remains were laid to rest by the side of his wife in the Deloit cemetery. The friends extend their sympathy to the sorrowing relatives.
J. T. Newcom, one of the prominent and well-known settlers of Crawford county, was born in Scotland county, Missouri, January 22, 1839, a son of Wilmon T. Newcom, an early settler of that county and later a prominent and respected citizen of Stockholm township, Crawford County. He was an old soldier of the Black Hawk war and was descended from an old Kentucky and Virginia family noted for their courage and bravery.
Mr. Newcom's mother, nee Margaret Dale, was a native of Illinois, and a daughter of John Dale, an early and prominent pioneer of that State and of Scotch-Irish parentage. They were noted for their intelligence, energy and courage. Mr. and Mrs. Newcom were the parents of thirteen children, eight sons and five daughters, two of whom still survive. The parents came to this county in 1866.
J. T. Newcom was reared on a Missouri farm and was educated in the common schools of his county. He was noted for his pluck and energy, was a firm believer in Southern rights and at the breaking out of the late war espoused the Southern side. Located as he was near the frontier, where the fierce elements raged with fury and relentless border warfare, he was in the thickest of the fray and took an active part in the battles of northeast Missouri. He had several narrow escapes and was twice captured by the enemy, first at ..., Missouri and then taken to St. Louis, Missouri and imprisoned in the old McDowell College, where the walls were six feet in thickness. After one month there he was taken to the Alton, Illinois Penitentiary where he was confined as a dangerous prisoner of war.... (there is more but I don't have a complete copy. If needed please order the newspaper)
Submitted by Melba McDowell
Newcom(Emma), Mrs. James T. (1847 - 1908)
Denison Review - July 1, 1908(picture with article)
Stricken by Death
Mrs. James T. Newcom Dies Suddenly at Jackson, Miss.
Funeral Saturday at Deloit
One of the Oldest Settlers of Crawford County
It does seem sad indeed to contemplate the death of Mrs. James T. Newcom. She and her husband had planned to spend the summer visiting their relatives and children, expecting a most enjoyable time. All was turned to grief by her death when but a few weeks of the tour had been made. The following notice of her life is written by her dear friend, Mrs. Horr, of Deloit.
Emma Henderson was born September 27, 1847, in Clarke county, Missouri, the daughter of Rev. John Henderson, a Baptist minister. She was married to James T. Newcom February 3, 1861. She moved with her husband to Story county, Iowa, where their eldest son was born. They lived at that place about six months and then moved to Crawford County, Iowa in the spring of 1865, on the home place where they still reside.
She died at the home of their son, C. J. Newcom, June 24, 1908, where she and her husband were visiting. She was the mother of nine children, four of whom are now living, C. J. Newcom of Jackson, Minn; Furman and Mrs. A. C. Dobson, of Selby, South Dakota; and Herman living on the home place. Of the five deceased, Thomas D. the second was burned to death when a few months old. Orine, the third son and May, Effie and Hattie died of diphtheria. The first death was a sad one indeed but when the last four named were taken in just a few short days and two buried at once, it was almost too much for the mother's strength to endure and she was very sick afterwards. Upon her recovery she was satisfied her little ones were in the paradise of God and looking forward to a happy meeting with loved ones, she began life with renewed energy to make home happy for others of her household.
She united with the L. D. S. church, March 1, 1866, being admitted by Elder Thos. Dobson and remained a faithful member until death. Forty-three years were spent on their home place near Deloit. Her kind, loving disposition endeared her to all who knew her and she as commonly known among us as " Aunt Emma ". The remains were brought from Jackson, Minn. accompanied by the grief stricken husband and son, C. J. Newcom and wife. They arrived here Friday morning and were met and conveyed to the home.
Funeral services were held Saturday afternoon at the Saints church, Elder Chas. Derry of Woodbine, by the request of the deceased preached the funeral discourse, assisted by C. A. Butterworth. A very large crowd was in attendance which showed the respect in which she was held by the community. The pall bearers were J. G. Myers, J. Cose, J. L. Miller, Geo. Winans, S. Huff and F. H. Brogden. The remains were laid to rest in the Deloit cemetery.
Mr. A. C. Dobson and brother, Furman of Selby, S. D. arrived Friday evening, the four children being present at the last sad rites to comfort their father. The family have the sympathy of all in their bereavement. Mrs. A. C. Arnold, sister of J. T. Newcom, of Mason City, was present at the funeral. She had received a visit from Mr. and Mrs. Newcom about a month previous. Mr. and Mrs. Newcom had intended to visit their children at Selby, S. D. this week, planning a summer's visit among their children, hoping to regain better health. Mrs. Newcom had been in poor health a couple of years but not until a few hours before her death did she become so ill as to cause alarm. Mr. and Mrs. George Newcom, of Odebolt and Mr. and Mrs. Richard Newcom, living near Odebolt, drove down to the funeral of their sister-in-law. The family wish to express their thanks to all who so kindly assisted them.
Submitted by Melba McDowell
Nicholson, Benjamin Y. (1863 - 1919)
The Denison Review, Wednesday, January 1, 1919, page 1, columns 1, 2
SUDDEN DEATH B Y NICHOLSON
One of Denison's Most Prominent Business Men Answers Call of Death From Pneumonia
MANAGER OF PRODUCE COMPANY
Was Always Active in City Affairs and Was Prominent Man - Will be Greatly Missed
Residents of Denison were shocked to learn of the death of B Y Nicholson which occurred this morning at about three o'clock at his home on South Sweet street, following an illness of less than a week's duration. Mr Nicholson was taken sick Christmas day with the influenza seemingly in a mild form, and he was getting along so nicely that a physician was not called. Yesterday however, his condition became alarming and a physician was called in when it was found he was suffering with pneumonia and he passed away peacefully at three o'clock.
Benjamin Y Nicholson was born in Jerusalem, Ohio, October 3, 1863, his parents being John L and Eleanor (Young) Nicholson. He came to Iowa with his parents in 1864 when but a year old and remained a resident of New Sharon until seventeen years of age, during which period he mastered the branches of learning that constitute the public school curriculum. Ambition to be up and doing for himself led him to leave home and go to Vail, Iowa, where he joined his brother, George W, in the poultry, butter and egg business. The partnership between them existed until the death of his brother a few years ago.
For the past twenty-seven years, Benjamin Y Nicholson has resided in Denison, having charge of the business here most of that time. A few years ago, he and his brother formed a stock company and the large cold storage and ice manufacturing plant was erected., this the two brothers successfully operated until the death of George. Feeling the responsibility was more than he could alone assume, the plant was sold to the Armour Company, Ben retaining a considerable black of the stock. Together with Mr G W Courtney, he has been managing the big plant for the past few years.
On the 18th day of May, 1888, Mr Nicholson was united in marriage to Miss Lydia Maude Watson, who was born in England and was brought to America by her parents, Mr and Mrs W W Watson, when quite young. This union was blessed with six children, namely Clair W, Pearl E, now Mrs John Menagh of this city, Benjamin Y, Jr, Gladys Emma and tow who died in infancy. Russell and Merrill.
Mr Nicholson was an advocate of Masonic principles and endeavored to embody in his life the benevolent and charitable spirit of the craft. His membership was with the Sylvan Lodge No 597 A F & A M of Denison; Ark Chapter R A M of Dunlap, Mount Zion Commandery, K T of Harlan, Iowa, and Zagazig Temple of Nobles of the Mystic Shrine of Des Moines. He also was a member of the Knights of Pythias Lodge. Politically a republican, he served for about 12 years as a member of the city council, exercising his official prerogative in support of many measures and movements of the general good.
For more than twenty years he has served as a member of the school board and the cause of education always found him a warm friend. He was chairman of the county central committee for two years. Mr Nicholson made a success in life by following the principles of industry, energy, perseverance and close application. He held the respect and esteem of everyone in the community. The home life of Mr Nicholson was ideal. He was kind and loving as a husband and father and his greatest pleasure was when among his loved ones.
Arrangements for the funeral had not been completed this afternoon. The funeral will probably be held Thursday afternoon at the home and interment will be made in Oakland cemetery.
Submitted by Norm Prince
Nicholson, Geo. W. (1853 - 1911)
The Denison Review, Wednesday, March 8, 1911, page 1, columns 4, 5
THE DEATH OF GEO W NICHOLSON
Passes Away in Florida, Where He and His Family Were Spending the Winter
WAS AN ENTERPRISING CITIZEN
Was a Man of Affairs, Having Extensive Interests in Denison and Other Points in Iowa
In the death of George W Nicholson, Denison has lost one of its kindliest, most enterprising and most modest citizens. He was a man without an enemy, known for his probity, his warm friendships, his business ability and his stalwart stand for those things which he believed to be right. He was known throughout Iowa as one of the leader of the produce business of the state, and his name was synonymous with honesty and business uprightness. He was the least self seeing of men. Always popular, always active in political and civic affairs, we never knew him to try to turn these things to personal advantage. Ever ready to help a friend, he asked no favors for himself save the friendship and esteem which he received in such large measure.
Mr Nicholson was born in Belmont, Ohio, October 6, 1853. His parents were John L and Eleanor (Young) Nicholson. His father was from an old Maryland family. Mr Nicholson came with his parents to New Sharon, Iowa in 1864, in which place he lived for five years and attended school. He was one of nine children: Amanda J, who died in young womanhood; Martin W, of New Sharon; John W, deceased; Charles L, of Blair, Neb; Rose A, who died at Newton, Iowa, in 1909; Benjamin Y, his partner and lifelong business associate, of Denison; Oliver E, who died in Boulder, Colo, and Mary, who passed away in infancy.
When a lad of fifteen Mr Nicholson started out to make his own way in the world, his first work being in the construction department of the Chicago, Burlington & Quincey railroad. In 1880 he came to Crawford county and for eight years was a resident of Vail. It was here, in 1884, that he was married to Miss Frances Long, one of the well-remembered and well-beloved young ladies of the eastern part of the county. To them were born three children; Grace Frances, now the wife of Mr Guy O Baker, of this city; George, who died when but two years of age, and Georgina May, a pupil in the Denison high school. The mother passed away in 1896 at the age of thirty-four.
From Vail Mr Nicholson removed to Denison where for five years he was engaged in the produce business with his brother. He then established a large plant at Grand Junction, Iowa, where he resided for fourteen years. He then returned to Denison, entering with his brother and others into the formation of the Nicholson Produce company, and building the largest and most complete cold storage and produce concern in western Iowa. To this business he gave his person attention, so far as failing health permitted, up to the time that he left Denison but a few days ago. Mr Nicholson had other large interest in lands and business concerns and he was known from coast to coast as one of the giants of the produce trade.
On the 14th of August, 1905, Mr Nicholson was again married, his second union being with Miss May O Adams, of Atlantic City, new Jersey with whom the last years of his life were spent with the greatest happiness and affection.
Mr Nicholson was a republican of the old, uncompromising, stalwart school, and he was ever ready to fight the battles of his party so long as he was not asked to be a candidate. He was among the leaders of the Masonic fraternity of the state, being a member of the Blue Lodge, of Grand Junction, Iowa, of the Jefferson chapter R A M, of the Des Moines Consistory A A S R, in which he attained the thirty-second degree of the Scottish Rite. He was also a member of Zagazig Temple of the Nobles of the Mystic Shrine.
Our people have noted his failing health for some time with dismay and grief. It was thought that a trip to Florida would do him good and the first reports were that he was much improved. At least his last days were filed with comfort and with renewed hope and death came to him with merciful swiftness and with little pain. It will be hard indeed to fill his place in this community as a modest, helpful, enterprising and capable business man. It will be harder to fill his place as the faithful, unswerving, always reliable friend. To all his loved ones we extend our sincerest sympathy and feel that we share with them in their grief.
My Nicholson passed away at Tampa, Florida, on Thursday, March 2nd, and the remains were brought to Denison Sunday evening. The funeral services were held at the Nicholson home, on East Broadway, at two-thirty Monday afternoon, being under the auspices of the Masonic lodge, and conducted by Rev Harvey Hostetler. The body was laid to rest in Oakland cemetery. The Review joins with the many friends of this prominent citizen in extending its heartfelt sympathy to the bereaved ones.
Submitted by Norm Prince
Mrs. M. M. Nordell (1832 - 1900)
Denison Review, Friday, 5-18-1900 - KironMrs. M. M. Nordell, whose death we reported in our last letter, was born in Hasseia, Sweden, March 23, 1832; immigrated to this country in 1861, locating in Moline, Illinois. From there she moved to Allamakee county and after a short time there, resided in Cambridge, Minn., and Boone, Iowa, from which place she moved with her husband and children to this settlement in the year 1882 - not long after arriving she was called to part with her husband who was summoned to the other side.
Mrs. Nordell was among the first settlers in this locality and in those early days when there were not many to render aid or lend a helping hand to those in need, she was always found administering when opportunity was given. We heard those who attended her funeral testify to the cheerful and willing aid they received from her. During her last years her home has been with her son, Peter. On Friday forenoon while at work, she suddenly fell dead, life departing instantly.
Funeral services were held at the home on Sunday afternoon conducted by Rev. Modig. A large concourse of friends and relatives had gathered to follow her remains to their last resting place at the Kiron cemetery. Over fifty teams made up the procession, many from Ida and Sac counties and Odebolt being in attendance.
She leaves two sons, grandchildren and other relatives to mourn her departure who have the sympathy of the community in this their bereavement. Being a believer in the Savior, Jesus Christ, though she be dead, she lives, and on the resurrection morn she will have a place with the Redeemed.
The sudden stroke of death in this instance surprised the whole neighborhood - may it sound a powerful alarm to heedless, dreaming mortals and may it arouse us to prepare ourselves for the messenger death. So strong is his arm that nothing can resist its force; so true his aims that nothing can elude his blow; the fatal shafts fly so promiscuously that none can guess the next victim. Therefore, be ye always ready for at such an hour as ye think not, the final summons comes.
Submitted by Melba McDowell
Leonora Adele Anna (Marquardt) Nehring (1918 - 1988)
Leonora Adele Anna Nehring, daughter Edward and Emma Jepsen Marquardt was born May 2, 1918 in Hanover Township Near Schleswig and died at her home in Storm Lake on December 18, 1988.Funeral services were held at Grace Lutheran Church in Storm Lake with interment in the Buena Vista Memorial ark Cemetary at Storm Lake.
Leonora was married to William Lester Vickery, January 5, 1941 in Schleswig, Iowa. Lester passed away in the fall of 1961. Leonora moved to Storm Lake and was employed as a nurses aide at Buena Vista County Hospital. On March 14, 1976 she married Arnold Nehring at Rockwell City, Iowa. He preceded her in death.
Survivors include three daughters, Nordyne and William Vickery of Hinton, Iowa, Charlotte and Lyle Grubb of Varina, Iowa, and Rhonda and Thomas Shewell of Goodland Minnesota; four grandchildren; and two brothers, Edward Marquardt of Denison and Edgar Marquardt of Schleswig.
Transcribed by Doris Culbreath