Decatur County Journal

September 29, l906

RICHARD FRANKLIN HEWLETT was born March 23, l854. Died September 24,

l906, aged 52 years, six months and one day.

He was twice married. First to MISS MARY OTTO, April 6, l873; to them

were born three children, only one of whom is now living.

His first wife died May 8, l890. He was again married to MISS EMMA

ELDORA ROSS, May 9, l89l. To this union were born five children. All

are living.

He has been a constant sufferer for more than two years. He was a

member of the Presbyterian Church and as he often said to his wife, he

was dying triumphant in the faith. The funeral was held at the M.E.

Church, Grand River, and was conducted by Rev. W.R. Cox, of Decatur

City, Iowa.

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