4. William Pink
Death of William Pink Highly Respected Citizen of Jasper County Called to His Reward
Did our friend, this husband, father, know when the time was? When he moved into his new home in the city, did he know that 'ere the year 1910 would close, he would be on the other side? What is your life? Now we see through the mirror darkly, then we shall see him face to face.
William Pink, our neighbor, friend now deceased was born in France on the 22d day of May 1856 and departed this life Friday morning May 27, 1910, at the age of 54 years and 5 days. His parents were Frank and Susan Pink, the former born in Belgium, the latter in Luxembourg, Germany.
For many years he has labored, tilling the land and by industry and perseverance has cultivated many a broad acre and gathered it as his own. On the eighteenth day of October 1882, not wishing to continue life's alone, he asked Mary Klos to journey with him, which proved to be a very happy one. As a result of this union, two daughters and three sons were given them; Josephine, wife of W. A. Shill of Kellogg; Miss Mae and Frank W. of Des Moines; Peter and Andrew who reside near Newton. Mr. Pink is survived by his wife and children. His last illness was brief and his death came as a severe shock to the entire community.
He moved to Newton from the farm in the early spring, having purchased the Clyde Meredith property. Several weeks ago he went out to the old homestead where his son resides for a short visit, and it was there he took sick and died among old familiar scenes. A good neighbor, a loving father has been cut down in the midst of his years.
The funeral services were held from his late home in the country, Sunday morning at eleven o'clock, conducted by the Rev. W. Dieffenbach. There was a profusion of beautiful flowers which only in a small way spoke of the high esteem in which he has been held by all. Many sorrowing and sympathizing friends followed the remains to the Metz cemetery, where they were laid to rest in that last long sleep. ~ unknown newspaper and date.
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Funeral of William Pink Held TomorrowThe funeral of the late William Pink will be held tomorrow morning at 11 o'clock at the Pink farm residence northwest of this city. The services will be in charge of the Rev. W. Dieffenbach and interment will be made in the Metz cemetery.
William Pink was born in France, May 22, 1856, --being at the time of his death fifty-four years and five days old. He was the son of Frank and Susan Pink, the former born in Belgium, the latter in Luxembourg, Germany. Since his emigration to the United States the deceased has been a farmer and has operated a farm in Jasper county for many years.
He leaves a wife, two daughters and three sons. His children are Josephine, wife of W. A. Shill of Kellogg; Frank W. of Des Moines; Peter, Andrew and Mae who live near Newton. Mr. Pink was married October 18, 1881, by Father Sassel of the Catholic church, to which faith his father and mother were faithful adherents. ~ The Newton Daily News, May 28, 1910.
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Death of William PinkWilliam Pink was born in France, May 22, 1856 and departed this life at the "old homestead" in Sherman township, May 27th, 1910, aged 54 years and 5 days. On the 18th day of October, 1882, he was united in marriage to Mary A. Klos at Des Moines. As a result of this union God blessed them with five children, two daughters and three sons, all living and present with the mother to pay the last sad tribute of respect to a kind husband and loving father. The names of the children are Josephine, wife of W. A. Shill, of Kellogg, Miss Mae, Frank W, of Des Moines, Peter and Andrew.
Mr. Pink lived a useful life in the community where he died, in the enjoyment of the respect and good will of his large circle of friends and acquaintances. In the home he was ever know as the loving husband, the kind and indulgent father, being affectionate toward his family group, and was equally endeared by them in return. Only a short illness and he passed away to the other shore.
The large attendance at the funeral testified strongly the love his neighbors and friends bore for him. Rev. Dieffenbach officiated, speaking from these words, "Ye know not when the time is." He was laid to rest in the beautiful cemetery only a short distance from Metz. May the Master teach the bereaved family how to bear their sorrow and look unto Him as the "author and finisher of their faith." The Funeral was from the house at ... on Sunday morning. ~ Newton Journal, June 1, 1910.
Death of Mrs. Wm. Pink Mrs.
Mary A. Klos, widow of the late William Pink, was born in Mokena, Illinois, October 18, 1859, and died at her home on South Vine street of this city on Tuesday morning, November 21, 1911, after an illness of but a few days, her age being a little over 52 years. Her mother died when she was but 7 years of age, and after that she made her home with kindred in Mokena and Deitrich, Illinois. When she was 18 years of age she came to Des Moines, and remained until her marriage with Mr. Pink, October 18, 1882.
After their marriage they came to Jasper county and settled on a farm west of Newton, living there for 20 years, until they moved into the city in March, 1910, having purchased the pretty home on South Vine street, known as the Harry Galusha home.
One month later, May 27, 1910, her husband died, bringing great sorrow into the home where she and her companion had planned for many years of rest and happiness. Five children were born to them, all of whom were at her bedside of their mother during her last illness -- doing all in their power to alleviate her suffering -- and which her dear loving eyes finally closed in the last long sleep. They are -- Mrs. Josephine Shill, Frank W. of Des Moines, Pete and Andrew on the old farm and Mae at home. Besides these she leaves one sister, Mrs. Jos. Spitz of Des Moines and three half-brothers, Frank Klos of Kootenai, Idaho, Bern Klos of Washington,Kansas, and Fred Klos of Monroe.
Mrs. Pink was a splendid Christian woman, a good wife and loving mother and was loved by her neighbors and by all who had ever come in social or friendly relations with her. She was reared in the Catholic faith, and throughout her beautiful life she was always faithful to the teachings of the Church she loved. Funeral services will be held in Sacred Heart church at 10 o'clock Thursday morning, and her body laid to rest in the Sugar Grove cemetery by the side of her husband. The children of Mrs. Pink return their thanks to the dear friends who have remembers them in sympathy and deeds of kindness during the great sorrow through which they are passing. ~ unknown paper, November 22-23, 1911
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Dies At Early Hour Today After A Week's IllnessMrs. William Pink died at her home on South Vine street at 2:30 this morning after a week's illness. Her trouble was a complication of diseases and a slight stroke of paralysis.
Mrs. William Pink was born Oct. 18, 1859, and lived to be fifty-two years of age. Her maiden name was Mary A. Klos and she was joined in Marriage to William Pink October 18, 1882, and to this union was born five children, all of whom are left to mourn her death. Her husband passed on before her.
Mr. and Mrs. Pink lived on the farm west of town for twenty years which is now occupied by two sons, Pete and Andrew. Since last May she has made her home on Vine street where her death occurred.
Mrs. Pink was a kind, generous woman and a loving mother whose presence will be greatly missed by her loved ones and a host of friends extended their heartfelt sympathy to the sorrowing family.
Mrs. Pink leaves three sons, Frank W., of Des Moines, Pete and Andrew, and two daughters, Mrs. Josephine Shill and Miss May, besides a sister, Mrs. Joe Spitz, of Des Moines, and three half brothers, Fred Klos of Monroe, Ben of Washington, Kans., and Frank of Kootenai, Idaho. The funeral services will be held Thursday morning at 10 o'clock in the Sacred Heart church. Interment will be made at Hixson Grove [actually Sugar Grove] cemetery. ~ The Newton Daily News, November 21, 1911.
Mrs. C. Benedict, Former Resident, Dies Wednesday
Mrs. C. A. (Josephine) Benedict, 85, Des Moines, former Jasper County resident, died Wednesday afternoon at Karen Acres Nursing Home, Des Moines.
Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Saturday at Granger Assumption Catholic Church. Burial will be in Sugar Grove Cemetery, west of Newton.
Sumburg Funeral Home, Madrid, will handle arrangements.
Surviving is a sister, Mrs. May Stewart, Des Moines.
The daughter of William and Mary Pink, she was born on a farm west of Newton.
She was married to C. A. Benedict in 1918 and they moved to Des Moines and later to a farm northeast of Granger. ~ Newton Daily News, April 17, 1969.
1920 Census living wwith his wife May in Des Moines, Polk Co., Iowa in aunt Anna Spitz household
in 1930 Census living with his wife May K. in Des Moines, Polk Co., Iowa, no children listed.
Early Newton Settler Dies John S. Selbher, 70 Years Old Dies After Long Illness. Funeral Services Held Today
After many months of illness, John S. Selbher died at his home, seven miles west of this city Saturday afternoon at 3:30 o'clock. He was 69 years old.
John Selbher was born August 4th 1848 at Minden, Germany. He came to this country with two of his cousins in June 1864. The two cousins went to Philadelphia while Mr. Selbher came to the home of his uncle George Selbher near this city with whom he lived for eleven years. April 4, 1875, he was married to Louisa Pink, and to this union were born eight children, George, who died September 6, 1905, Josephine, Susan, Frank died June 10, 1893, Andrew died in infancy, Gertrude, Harry and Stella. The deceased had lived near this city the the exception of two years spent in Kansas, since coming to this country. He is survived by his widow and five children, Mrs. O. E. Sims, Mrs. H. M. Wheeler, Mrs. G. C. Warren of Newton, Henry of Ira, and Miss Gertrude who lives at home. Besides these he leaves one brother in Germany, and two cousins, J. W. Selbher and Mrs. Mary Harshiner of this vicinity.
Funeral services were held this morning from the home at 10 o'clock. Rev. R. B. Helser, pastor of the Christian church, read the funeral service. Music was furnished by Mrs. E. C. Smith and Mrs. J. R. Burr. The sang "Face to Face," "Some Sweet Day", and "Jesus Lover of My Soul." The pall bearers were old friends of the deceased. They were William Ramsey, William Moore, John Bale, John Helphrey, John Meyers and Louis Helphrey. Burial was made in the Metz cemetery. ~ The Newton Daily News, September 4, 1917
George Selbher Dies
Word was received in the city this afternoon announcing the death of Geo. Selbher, west of town. Mr. Selbher had been sick for the past seven months. He is a son of Mr. and Mrs. John Selbher, and was 28 years old at the time of his death with tuberculosis. He leaves a wife but no children. The funeral announcement will be made later. ~ The Newton Daily News, September 6, 1905
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Obituary: George F. SelbherGeorge Franklin Selbher, the oldest son of John and Louisa Selbher, was born in Jasper County, Iowa, Feb. 5, 1877, was married in Des Moines, Dec. 25, 1902 to Miss Sophia Flogstad, by Rev. Wirt, Lutheran minister of that place.
Died Sept. 6, 1905, at his parents home after an illness of seven months, of Tuberculosis at the age of 28 years, 7 months. He leaves a loving wife, mother, father and four sisters and one brother.
His last words were the Lord's Prayer and to his wife, "I am ready to go and will meet you all in heaven."
George was as good hearted a boy as ever lived and will be sorrowfully missed by his relatives and many friends. ~ The Newton Daily News, September 9, 1905.
25. Frank Selbher
Two Boys Drowned
On Sunday last four little boys went to the Skunk River, none of them over nine years of age; went in a buggy with Mr. Geo. Feas to near the Cherry Creek bridge where there were quite a number of men washing horses and vehicles.
The little boys wanted to go in to bathe, and Mr. Feas allowed them to do so, at a place where he could watch them. After being in a short time, he told them to not go away. Mr. Feas continued to wash his buggy and thought the boys had not gone away. He does not think it was more than ten minutes when one of the boys came back and said two of the boys were drowned.
Cleveland H. Sherman, son of John H. Sherman, of our city, aged nine years old, testified as follows: "Together with Frank Silber, George Feas, Elmer Feas, went to the river in the wagon with Mr. Feas, where a lot of men were washing horses. We all went into the river swimming there, and after while we went out and put on our clothes. We then went to the pond in Forbes' pasture. We took off our clothes and commenced to hunt for frogs to fish with. Elmer Feas went in the water on one side of the brush and Frank Silber on the other, and intended to meet together. I then saw them struggling in the water, and then saw them sink out of sight. Then I ran and told the men at the river that the boys were drowned. Mr. Feas told the boys not to go into the pond as it was very deep." - Clevie Sherman
Other witnesses testified to the finding of the bodies. The pond looks like as though it was a very shallow one, but was found to be very deep and very cold. The two children drowned are Frank Silber and Elmer Feas, both aged nine years. Mr. Feas lives on the old Sim Kennedy farm and Mr. Silber on the Joe Kennedy place, about five and a half miles south of Newton.
The two children were fine looking boys, and even in death showed that they had been strong, active and healthy children. The sympathies of our people go out to the parents of the children in their great and sudden sorrow.
Frank Silber was buried at Metz on Monday afternoon, and Elmer Feas in the Newton Cemetery, on Tuesday forenoon.
The accident occurred about 10 o'clock Sunday morning, and the first body was got by seining about an hour afterwards. -The second body was not obtained until four o'clock, and then by a hay rake that had been weighted with rocks so that it would drag the bottom. The water was so cold in the pond that men could not stay in it long enough to dive. The pond is almost round at the point where the boys were drowned was not more than 18 feet in diameter.Rev. R. Weese, officiating at the funeral of Elmer Fees, yesterday; Rev. D. Brown at the funeral of Frank Silber, on Monday. ~ The Newton Journal, Newton, Iowa June 21, 1893
26. Gertrude Selbher
Native Resident of County Dies
Miss Gertrude Selbher, 43, Dies Saturday Evening at Her Home Near NewtonMiss Gertrude Selbher, 43, lifelong resident of Jasper county, died Saturday evening at 6:40 o'clock at her home seven miles west of Newton. Although she had been in ill health for the last two years, the immediate cause of death was attributed to an attack of measles and the resulting complications.
Funeral rites will be observed Tuesday afternoon at 2:00 o'clock from the Morgan Funeral home, with Rev. S. B. Moore, pastor of the Christian church at Valley Junction, in charge. Burial will be made in the Sugar Grove cemetery.
Miss Selbher was born April 21, 1888, in Jasper county, living all her life on farms in the county. She was an invalid throughout her lifetime, with the exception of about six months.
Surviving relatives include her mother, Mrs. Louisa Selbher, with whom she made her home; a brother, Harry Selbher of Newton; three sisters, Mrs. Josie Sims of Newton, Mrs. Stella Warren of Des Moines and Mrs. Sue Wheeler of Valley Junction and also three nephews and two nieces. Her father, three brothers and one sister preceded her in death, the father dying 15 years ago. ~ The Newton Daily News, April 11, 1935
Lived in Des Moines, Polk Co., Iowa in 1920 U.S. Census with wife Anna
Peter Pink, 75, Is Dead Lifelong Resident Here Dies At Colfax; Rites Are Pending
Peter R. Pink, 79, long-time resident of near Newton, succumbed early this morning in the Colfax sanitarium where he was admitted as a patient last week for treatment of complications of a lung ailment.
Immediate surviving relatives include the widow, the former Emma Witmer; three children, one son, Earl, and two daughters, Mrs. Walter Beals and Mrs. Grace Duncan, all of in or Near Newton; four grandchildren, and three great grandchildren.
Born Sept. 15, 1864, Mr. Pink and the former Miss Witmer were united in marriage on March 4, 1891 and had spent their entire wedded life on their farm located 7 miles northwest of Newton, Mr. and Mrs. Pink celebrated their golden wedding anniversary in 1941.
Arrangements for the funeral services had not been completed early this afternoon. ~ The Newton Daily News, November 22, 1943.
Emma Pink, 94, Dies At Colfax; Services Friday
Mrs. Peter R. (Emma W.) Pink, 94, of 314 S. Second Ave. W., a lifelong resident of Jasper County, died Tuesday afternoon at the Gardner Custodial Home in Colfax.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Friday at the Johnson Chapel.
The Rev Raymond Barnett, minister of the First Christian Church, will conduct the services. Burial will be in Sugar Grove Cemetery.
Mrs. Pink will lie in state at the Johnson Chapel after 6 p.m. today.
Survivors are a daughter, Mrs. Harvey (Grace) Gribben of Newton; four grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; three great-great grandchildren; and a sister, Mrs. Crystall Fullerton of Sedro Woolley, Wash.
She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, a son, a daughter, three sisters and two brothers.
Mrs. Pink was a member of the First Christian Church, a 50-year member of the Sand Hill Grange and a member of the Sunshine Club.
The daughter of Jacob and Elizabeth Kandig Witmer, she was born April 22, 1870 at Greencastle, Iowa.
Educated in Jasper County schools, she was married to Peter R. Pink March 5, 1890 at Greencastle.
Mrs. Pink resided on the same farmstead in Jasper County all of her life except for the past 10 years when she made her home with her daughter. ~ The Newton Daily News, January 13, 1965
37. Clarence Pink
Clarence Pinck
Clarence Pinck, the 9-year-old son of Mr. and Mr. A. J. Pinck, died of peritonitis at their home, four miles north of Colfax, on Tuesday morning at four o’clock after an illness of only a few days. He had always been in the best of health and this was the only time in his life when he was sick. On last Thursday he came home from school, complaining that his stomach hurt him. The trouble became worse and on Sunday he told his mother that he was going to die. The premonition was only too true, for on Tuesday morning he closed his eyes on the cold, dark world to open them in that beautiful land above. Clarence was a good boy, always quiet and gentle and good hearted. He was different from other boys, more like a girl and was always at his mother’s side.The father, mother and two older brothers mourn his loss. The funeral was held at the house on Wednesday at 2 p.m., and the beautiful casket, covered with flowers, was laid away in the McKaver (McKeever) Cemetery, just north of Colfax. The funeral services were conducted by Rev. Mr. DeJarnette, pastor of the Christian Church at Colfax. ~ The Newton Daily News, Thursday, October 19, 1905, Page 1, Column 3
41. Rex Cordray
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Parents born in Belgium
Father and mother both born in Pennsylvania - 1910 U.S. Census, Flagler, Kit Carson Co., Colorado