Bryson, Oakley - Services will be at 2 pm Saturday at the Walker Funeral Home for Harold Oakley Bryson, Braddyville, who died Tuesday morning after being hospitalized four months with injuries received in a truck-train accident Nov 10.

Mr Bryson, 24, was severely burned when the gasoline transport he was driving collided with a train near Stanberry, Mo, early on the morning of Nov 10. He was hauling gasoline from Kansas City to Conception Junction, Mo, in the Clarinda Oil Co truck.

Being burned over most of his body, he was taken to Missouri Methodist Hospital in St Joseph where he had been a patient until his death Tuesday.

Oakley was born Feb 15, 1938, at Clearmont and attended school at Pickering, Mo and Braddyville. He was married to Karen Fann in 1958, his wife now living at Braddyville with their two children Tamila, 3, and David, 1.

He is also survived by his parents, Alyce and Harold T. Bryson of College Springs, two sisters, Peggy and Mary, both of College Springs and two grandfathers, Chester Bryson and Oakley Kinder.

The Rev Ralph Allen will be in charge of the services Saturday at 2 pm with Merrill Miller and Aletha Hutchings providing the music. Pall bearers will be Herbert Andrew, Hubert Andrews, Silas Ashford, Larry Hamilton, Harold Whited and Hobert McClarnon. CLARINDA HERALD JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Mar 8, 1962

Harold Oakley Bryson was born near Clearmont, Mo, Feb 15, 1938, and departed this life March 6, 1962, at the age of 24 years and 18 days.

Oakley spent his early childhood days on a farm, attending the early part of the school years at Pickering, Mo, moving to Braddyville, Iowa, with his parents in 1951, finishing his school at Braddyville.

He was united in marriage to Karen Fann on April 6, 1958, of which two children, Tamila Kay, 3 years, and David Oakley, 1 year old, were born. At the time of his death their home was at Braddyville.

Besides his wife and two children he leaves his parents. Mr and Mrs Harold Bryson, two sisters, Peggy and Mary of the home, two grandfathers, Oakley Kinder of Clearmont, Chester Bryson of Bedford, Ia, a host of aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.

Oakley was a kind loving father and son, always ready to help anyone and was loved by everyone for his kindness and thoughtfulness. CLARINDA HERALD JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Mar 15, 1962

Campbell, Darthula Omega Campbell - Mrs, wife of Rev J.F. Campbell, died at her home in New Market on Thursday morning, Jan 17, 1895. Mrs Campbell had been an invalid for more than twenty years and it was only by the [?] care on the part of her husband and children that her life was prolonged thus long. Her life was a benediction not only to her immediate relatives but also to a wide circle of Christian people all over southwestern Iowa, where she was widely known, her husband having had charge of a large number of different churches in the Corning M.E. conference. Father Campbell has a host of warm friends who will deeply sympathize with him in his bereavement. TAYLOR COUNTY DEMOCRAT, Bedford, Iowa, Jan 24, 1895

The body of Mrs Campbell who has been buried in Memory cemetery for about 8 years, was taken up and carried to Villisca for interment. Mr Raynor came down with the hearse for that purpose. She was the wife of Rev Campbell.--New Market Herald. BEDFORD FREE PRESS, Bedford, Iowa, Nov 7, 1901

Dammann, Martha L. Koeneke - Martha L. Dammann was born July 4, 1897 in Marshall County, Ks, the daughter of Heinrick and Julia (Brockmeyer) Koeneke.

She died Friday morning, Mar 6, 1987, at her home after a long illness.

Funeral services were held this Monday morning at St John Lutheran Church, with Rev Tom Eggold officiating.

Burial was in Clarinda cemetery with Walker-Merrick Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

On June 10, 1924 she was married to Herman Dammann at Herkimer, Ks.

Mr and Mrs Dammann operated grocery stores in Clarinda and Grant City, Mo, for many years. In recent years, they made their home at Clar Haven in Clarinda.

She was a member of St John Lutheran Church of Clarinda.

Mrs Dammann is survived by her husband of the home and one sister, Mrs Julia Horman of Omaha, Ne, and nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, two brothers and one sister. CLARINDA HERALD JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Mar 9, 1987

Davison, America R. Linebaugh - America R. Linebaugh was born in Taylor county, Iowa, Aug 18, 1857, and died Nov 16, 1923, aged 65 years 6 months and 26 days.

She was married to H.H. Davison Sept 15, 1880. To this union were born three sons, Lawrence E. of Clarinda, Samuel W. of Denver, Colo., and John A. of Council Bluffs, Iowa.

She united with the Christian church about six years ago and retained her membership until the end and died in the triumph of a living faith.

She leaves to mourn their loss, three sons, fourteen living grandchildren, five great-grandchildren, her aged mother, five sisters and two brothers.

The funeral was held from the Church of Christ, Monday afternoon, March 19, in charge of the minister, RevJas.A. Burns. Interment was in the Clarinda cemetery. CLARINDA JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Mar 22, 1923

Page County, Iowa death records: Davison, America R., died Mar 15, 1923 Page co; born 65yr Page co; father Samuel Linebaugh born Ind; mother Elisbeth Ferguson born Mo; buried Clarinda,

Foley, Irma Jean - A daughter was born to Mr and Mrs John Foley of Bedford Tuesday, May 12. BEDFORD TIMES PRESS, Bedford, Iowa, May 14, 1936

Irma Jean Foley, infant daughter of Mr and Mrs John Foley, died at their home Sunday, at the age of three months and four days. She had been ill since Birth. BEDFORD TIMES PRESS, Bedford, Iowa, Aug 20, 1936

The funeral services were held at the Wetmore Funeral Home Monday morning at 10 o'clock, conducted by Rev J. Stanley Decker, and burial was in the Clarinda cemetery. BEDFORD TIMES PRESS, Bedford, Iowa, Aug 20, 1936

Goecker, Ferdinand Herman - Ferdinand Herman Goecker, the son of Mr and Mrs Bernard Henry Goecker, was born July 11, 1858, at Dudleytown, Ind.

After receiving his religious instructions by Pastor A. Schaechter, he was confirmed on March 24, 1872. He was a lifelong member of the Lutheran church. For many years he was a member of Immanuel congregation and according to the church records he was a member of this congregation for at least 42 years.

On Aug 15, 1882, he, with Miss Anna Brandt from Dudleytown, Ind, entered the state of holy matrimony. Two years later, in 1884, the young couple moved to Page county, Iowa, locating on a farm northwest of Clarinda. A few years later they bought a farm near Yorktown. This union the Lord blessed with nine children, two sons dying in early infancy.

In 1918 the departed and his wife discontinued farming and moved to Yorktown, where they spent their declining years. On April 9, 1925, it pleased the Lord of life and death to take the wife of the departed to her eternal rest. After the death of his beloved wife, his daughters Emma and Amelia kept house for him and during his long illness extending over several years he was well taken care of by them and honored and respected by all of his children.

After a lingering illness, the Lord in His mercy granted him a peaceful and blessed departure on Christmas morning at 4:45, at the age of 82 years, 5 months and 14 days.

He leaves to mourn his death, seven children, four daughters and three sons, 9 grandchildren, 2 great grandchildren, and one brother, Louis Goecker of Council Bluffs, many nephews, nieces and other relatives and friends.

It was possible for all the children to be present at the funeral, they being Mrs Minnie Otte of Clarinda, Edward Goecker of Wessington Springs, SD, George Goecker of Clarinda, Mrs Hattie Sunderman of Clarinda, Otto Goecker of Yorktown, Mrs Emma Wilkening of Yorktown, Miss Amelia Goecker of Omaha.

The funeral services were conducted Dec 27, 1940. Pastor G. Schaefer officiating. The choir rendered a suitable hymn, under the direction of Prof G.T. Schlichting. The body was laid to rest in the Summit cemetery.

Wilbur Goecker, Orville Otte, John Otte, Marvin Sunderman, Ivan Sunderman and Harold Goecker, served as pallbearers. Mrs Otto Grother and Mrs Wm Sump were in charge of the flowers. CLARINDA HERALD JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Jan 9, 1941

Goecker, Henry Herman - Herman Henry Goecker was born in Cinncinnati, Ohio, August 20, 1852. His parents were Bernhart and Katharine Rose Goecker. In 1854, at the age of two years, his parents moved to Jackson County, Indiana. On March 23, 1866 he was confirmed in the Immanuel Lutheran Church at Duddlytown, Indiana. In 1876 he came to Page County, Iowa and worked on the farm for Henry Otte. One year later he was united in marriage to his employer's daughter, Miss Lucinda Hannah Otte, who still survives him. Another year later he with his bride moved to the location where they lived for fifty years. The Lord spared their lives and made i possible for them to celebrate their golden wedding anniversary, last year, April 5, 1927. Seven children were born to this union, all of whom survive their father, Frank of Ft Morgan, Colo., Charlotte, wife of Frank Wiles of Garber, Okla, Louise, wife of B.M. Janssen, also of Garber, Okla, Daniel of Clarinda, Ia, Anna, wife of Harry Miller of Las Vegas, New Mexico, Ulysses and Ben, both of Clarinda, Ia, also twenty grandchildren, two of these preceded their grandfather to the Great Beyond. Only recently September 2, a little grandson, Seth Charles Miller, son of Mr and Mrs Harry Miller was called to his heavenly home. The deceased is also survived by three brothers and two sisters, Mrs Sophia Haulinsbe of Indiana, Ferdinand of Yorktown, Ia., Mrs Elizabeth Klosterman of Indiana, William of Indiana and Louis of Villisca.

All of the children, with the exception of the youngest daughter, Mrs Anna Miller, were here for the funeral. Others from a distance were Mr and Mrs Louis Goecker of Villisca, Iowa and B.J. Sunderman of Seward, Nebr.

Mr Goecker was not only a successful and thrifty farmer but a good citizen and neighbor, a kind husband and father and a pious Christian, holding membership in Immanuel church for over fifty years.

He quietly fell asleep at 1:15 Saturday morning, Sept 15, age 76 years, 26 days, after an illness of very short duration, altho he has not been very well for a number of years. Funeral services were held from the home at 1:30 pm Tuesday and at 2:00 pm at Immanuel church, where his pastor, Rev Wm Mueller preached a very fitting sermon in the English language which was based on the text:"I am the way, and the truth, and the life, no man cometh unto the father, but by me" John 14:6: The Immanuel school children then sang, "Nearer My God to Thee" after which Rev O. Bahr of Yorktown preached in the german language his text being: "For dust thou art and unto dust shalt thou return. Genesis 3:19"

Eight grandchildren namely, Gladys and La Donna Goecker, Merille, Virgil and Eugene Goecker, Ethelyn Wiles and Delores and Maralyn Goecker carried the many beautiful flowers, and his four sons and two brothers carried him to his last resting place in the Immanuel cemetery. They were Frank, Dan, Ulysses and Ben and Louis and Ferdinand Goecker.

The large assemblage at the church and the many beautiful flowers spoke volumes for the deceased. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Sep 24, 1928

Goecker, Lucinda Otte, died Feb 22, 1932 Nodaway Twp; spouse Henry Goecker; born Sep 18, 1856 Clarinda, Iowa; father Henry Otte born Hanover, Germany; mother Charlotte Klinge born Hanover, Germany; buried near Clarinda Page County, Iowa Death Record

Funeral services for the late Mrs Henry Goecker were held at the Immanuel Lutheran church Thursday afternoon at 2 o'clock; services at the home of her son, Dan Goecker, where she passed away Monday night, February 22, 1932, were held at 1:30. Her pastor, Rev Wm. Mueller was in charge of all services, he based his funeral address on Rev 14, 13. The congregation sang, "Oh, Jerusalem, thou city of fair and high," special music was furnished by the Immanuel school children. Her three sons, Dan, Ullysses and Ben and two brothers, Herman and Frank Otte and brother-in-law, Albert Welhausen served as pallbearers. Two grandchildren, Eugene and Marilyn Goecker carried flowers. The deceased was laid to rest in the Immanuel Lutheran cemetery adjoining the church at which time the Immanuel school children assisted by Rev Mueller sand, "For Me to Live in Jesus."

On account of the terrible condition of the roads mourners and friends resorted to the lumber wagon as a mode of transportation.

Lucinda Hannah Otte was born in Douglas Twp., Page Co, Iowa, Dec 18, 1856. Her parents were Henry and Charlotte Otte. She was baptised and confirmed in the Lutheran faith in which she was faithful unto her death.

She was united in marriage to Henry Goecker, April the 5th, 1877. Seven children were born to this union, all of whom survive her, Frank of Ft Morgan, Colo., Charlotte, wife of Frank Wiles of Garber, Okla; Louise, wife of B.M. Janssen of Garber, Okla; Anna, wife of Harry Miller of Los Vegas, New Mexico. The children from a distance were unable to attend.

Dan Goecker, Ulysses Goecker, and Ben Goecker of Clarinda, twenty grandchildren, also two great grandchildren. Her husband and two of her grandchildren have preceded her in death. She is also survived by one sister, Mrs J.K. Sunderman, two brothers, Frank and Herman Otte all of Clarinda.

Grandmother Goecker as she was familiarly known had been failing for some time, but her condition didn't seem to be serious until the last few weeks, when a decided change took place, while eating her evening meal, she very suddenly passed away, from acute dropsy of the heart at the age of 75 years, 2 months and four days.

Grandmother Goecker, as she was pioneer, being the first white child born in Douglas township, on a farm, one half mile north of the Immanuel church. She was a devout mother and a sincere Christian. "Blessed are they which die in the Lord." CLARINDA JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Mar 3, 1932

Goecker, Minnie Anna Eilers - Funeral services for Mrs Minnie Anna Goecker, 86, of rural Yorktown will be at 10:30 am, Wednesday at St Paul's Lutheran Church in Yorktown with Rev Stephen Kamprath officiating.

Mrs Goecker died this Monday [Jul 30] morning at Municipal Hospital where she had been admitted on Saturday.

She was born Jan 5, 1898 in Page County, the daughter of Fred and Hannah Thielen Eilers. On Jan 6, 1918 she was married to Otto F. Goecker who preceded her in death in 1973.

For the past two years she has made her home with her daughter Marie Goecker in Clarinda.

Besides her daughter, Marie, she is survived by a son, Wilbur, of Clarinda, two grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Lena Steeve of Clarinda is a sister.

Burial will be in Summitt cemetery near Yorktown with Walker-Merrick Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. CLARINDA HERALD JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Jul 30, 1984

Gregory, Lucille Morehouse - Funeral services for Mrs Oliver (Lucille) Gregory, 59 of Clarinda will be at 2 pm, Saturday at Walker-Merrick Funeral Home with Rev Jerold Irvin officiating.

Mrs Gregory died Wednesday afternoon at Municipal hospital following an illness of several months.

She was born Dec 5, 1919, at Hopkins, Mo., the daughter of Harley and Ruth Hensley Morehouse.

On Nov 5, 1939 she was married to Oliver Gregory who survives.

Mrs Gregory was active in many community organizations including, her membership and work in the United Methodist Church, P.E.O., Eastern Star, American Cancer Society, 4-H, Rainbow Advisor, Home Meal Service, Garden Club and Semper Fidelis.

Besides her husband, Mrs Gregory is survived by three children: Steve of Clarinda, Mrs Ruth Pigg, Hudson, Ia, Mrs Dan (Mary) Mitchell of Omaha and four grandchildren. Robert Morehouse of Portland, Ore is a brother and Lena Finley of Encinitas, Calif, is a sister. Her mother, Mrs Ruth Hopple, of Hopkins, Mo and her mother-in-law, Mrs Anna Gregory of Clearmont, Mo, also survive.

Burial will be in Clarinda cemetery.

Memorials may be directed to the American Cancer Society, or the Clarinda Public Library for children's books. CLARINDA HERALD JOURNAL, Clarnda, Iowa, Dec 14, 1978

Harms, Arthur William, 62, died Tuesday afternoon [Apr 13] at West Heights Manor and services are planned to be at 11 am Friday from Walker Funeral Home, Pastor Robert Barth to officiate.

Except for 12 years in California, he was a resident of Page County. He had worked in defense plants during World War II, and was a farm laborer after returning to Iowa in 1951. After the death of his mother in December 1974, he was a resident of the Page County Health Care Facility and for the past six months at the West Heights Manor.

He was son of Eli D. and Elizabeth Bauer Harms, born June 19, 1914, in Tarkio Township, Page County. He was baptized Aug 30, 1914, at St Paul's Lutheran Church at Yorktown by Rev W.J. Horn and confirmed March 24, 1929, by Rev O. Bahr.

He is survived by three brothers, Edwin J. of Vancouver, Wash, Walter and Dale of Red Oak, and three sisters, Mrs Leonrad (Mildred) Nadgwick of Castro Valley, Calif, Mrs Wayne (Lois) Otte and Mrs Carl (Wilma) Falk of Clarinda.

Grace Perry will be organist. Burial will be in Clarinda cemetery. Casket bearers are to be Marrel Sump, Harold Northwehr, Wilbur Goecker, Glenn Harms, Cecil Sunderman and Gene Maley. CLARINDA HERALD JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Apr 15, 1976 [Thurs]

Harms, Charlotte Dorothea Bade, the daughter of Friedrich and Dorothea Bade, was born at Lohe, Amt. Nurnburg, Hanover, on April 3rd, 1857. She was baptized soon after her birth and at the age of fourteen years she was confirmed a communicant member of the Lutheran Church by her pastor, the Rev W.H. Nolte. In the year 1879 she was united in marriage to Mr Wm. Harms.

After a few years of married life in Germany, Mr Harms realized that America was the land of opportunity for poor people and so he left the land of his birth, also his young wife and his two little children and emmigrated to America, coming directly to Page County, Iowa, where he soon found work and saved his money to have his wife and children follow to this country. Mr and Mrs Harms lived in Page county for eight years. Then for some nine years they made their home at Lymann in Cass County, Iowa. But they again returned to Page county, locating on a farm two miles directly north of Yorktown, Iowa. On this farm Mr Wm. Harms died soon after on May 2nd, 1902, leaving his wife with ten children, the youngest being only six months of age. But Mrs Harms was the regular pioneer type. In spite of the mortgage on their homestead, she together with her oldest boys and girls carried on farming and she succeeded in keeping both her farm and in raising her family. In the fall of 1914 she retired from the farm to her modiest home at Yorktown, where she spent the remaining 15 years of her life.

After their return from Cass county, Mr and Mrs Harms became members of St Paul's Evg. Lutheran Church, and of this church the departed remained a faithful member until her end. She was of quiet and retired disposition, preferring to live by herself, although her children had repeatedly entreated with her to come and to live with them in their home. For many years she was afflicted with asthma which troubled her every fall, winter and spring. This winter it became more severe than usual and at her age, it quickly weakened her. On Wednesday, January 29th it became apparent that she cold not live much longer and so her pastor was called, who prayed with her, admonished her to set her house in order, and administered the Lord Supper unto her. And she assured him that she was ready at all times to obey the Lord's final summons.

She died two days later on Friday January 31st at 11:30 am at the age of 72 years, 9 months and 28 days.

God had blessed her with ten children: five sons and five daughters. The sons, William, Henry, Eli, John and Louis are all living and so are four of her daughters, the Mesdames Dora Siefring, Marie Wagoner, Anna Meyers and Frieda Sunderman. She was preceded into death by her husband and by one of her daughters, the Mrs Wilhelmine Wagoner. She leaves mourning her departure, her sons and daughters and twenty-nine grandchildren.

Blessed be God the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who hath begotten us again unto a lively hope by the resurrection of Jese Christ from the dead. Amen.

The funeral was held Sunday, February 2 at 1:30 from the home and at 2 pm from St Paul's Evg Lutheran Church. Her pastor preached the funeral sermon in the English language using for his text John 9, 25.26. Pastor Wm Mueller of Immanuel Luther Church preached a short sermon in the German language. Prof H.A. Stahlecker officiated at the organ and the pupils of his school sang several appropriate selections. Interment was made at Summit cemetery. Wm. Otte was the undertaker in charge and six grandchildren were pallbearers--Wilbur Harms, Orville Harms, Reinhold Harms, Edwin Harms, Arthur Harms and William Harms. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Feb 6, 1930

Harms, Daniel - Funeral services for Daniel Harms, 81, will be held at 2 pm, Saturday at St Paul's Lutheran Church in Yorktown with Pastor M.G. Kirsch officiating.

He died Wednesday morning at West Heights Manor after being there for 6 weeks.

Burial will be in Clarinda cemetery with Lavelle Funeral Home in charge of the arrangements.

He was born Feb 14, 1886 in Page County, the son of Fred and Minnie Harms. He was married to Emma Salomon December 20, 1920 at Immanuel Luther Church. They lived in Canistota, SD for 14 years after their marriage.

The remaining years were spent in the Yorktown area until this past August when they moved to Clarinda. He serviced as custodian at St Paul's Lutheran Church for 16 years.

He was preceded in death by his parents, three brothers and one sister.

He is survived by his wife, Emma, one daughter Mrs Stanley (Edna) Carlson of Clarinda and one son Wilbert of Storm Lake. Nine grandchildren and thirteen great-grandchildren also survive. CLARINDA HERALD JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Dec 31, 1970

Harms, Eli D. - Eli D. Harms, long0time Page County resident, died at the hospital in Clarinda at 8:30 pm Friday after being hospitalized for six days. He had been in failing health for several years.

Mr Harms was born on Feb 21, 1889, in Page County, and had lived near and in Yorktown except for a short time in Cass County until the tornado several years ago when they moved to Clarinda and the home is now at 600 West Clark St. He was a member of St Paul's Lutheran Church at Yorktown.

He was married to Elizabeth Bauer on Jan 1, 1914 who survives him. Four sons are E.J. Harms of Vancouver, Wash; Arthur Harms of Clarinda. Walter Harms and R. Dale Harms of Red Oak. Three daughters are Mrs L.W. (Mildred) Nadgwick of Castro Valley, Calif, Mrs Wayne (Lois) Otte and Mrs Carl (Wilma) Falk of Clarinda. He has 16 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren. He is brother to Louis Harms, Mrs Edd Wagoner, Mrs Anna Meyers and Mrs Arthur Sunderman of Clarinda.

Prayer service was held this Monday for the family at 1:30 pm followed by the memorial service at St Paul's Lutheran Church, the Rev H.K. Bartels officiating. Mrs John E. Nelson was organist. Herbert Behrhorst and Miles Siefering ushers. Pallbearers were to be Maurice Eilers, Robert Warden, Marvin McElhiney, Marrel Sump, Elmer Eichhorst and Wilbur Goecker. Interment was arranged in the Clarinda Cemetery. Williams Memorial Chapel was in charge of the arrangements. CLARINDA HERALD JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Jan 15, 1968

Harms, Glenn E. - Funeral services for Glenn E. Harms, 67, of rural Clarinda will be at 10 am Tuesday at St John Lutheran Church with Pastor David Renfro and Pastor Jeffrey Patterson officiating.

Visitation will be at Walker-Merrick Funeral Home from 7-8 this Monday evening.

Harms died Saturday morning, April 16, 1988, at Veteran's Hospital in Omaha.

He was born May 25, 1920, near Yorktown, the son of William and Dora Carroll Harms.

On April 20, 1952, he was married to Cleo Banks at Westboro, Mo.

Harms was a veteran of W.W. II and served as an officer and member of veterans organizations in the community. At the present time he was Commander of V.F.W. and service officer for W.F.W., and American Legion. He was a life member of D.A.. and V.F.W.

Harms was a farmer.

Besides his wife of the home, he is survived by two children: Mrs Charles (Shirley Ann) Long of College Springs, and Dick W. Ben Harms of Clarinda. There are four grandchildren. Sisters are Aletha Hart of Denver, Co., and Ina Mae Cutter of San Jose, Ca. Mrs Russell Henning of Coin is a sister-in-law.

Memorials may be directed to the Clarinda Rescue Unit or St John Lutheran Church.

Burial will be in Clarinda Cemetery. CLARINDA HERALD JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Apr 18, 1988

Harms, Louis - Funeral services for Louis Harms, 81 of Clarinda will be at 2 pm Wednesday at Walker-Merrick Funeral Home with Rev Carl Lueker officiating.

Visitation will be at the funeral home from 7-8 pm, Tuesday evening.

Mr Harms died early Monday morning at Bethesda Care Center where he had been since last Tuesday.

He was born Nov 10, 1901, near Lyman, Iowa, the son of William and Charlotte Bade Harms.

On Jan 20, 1923 he was married to Edna Hartstack who preceded him in death in 1956.

Later he was married to Leona Gardner who survives.

He had been a farmer and later sold insurance.

Besides his wife of the home he is survived by two children, Mrs Arnold (LaDonna) Brown and LaVern Harms both of Clarinda. There are five grandchildren and one great-grandchild.

Mr Harms was the last of a family of 10 children.

Burial will be in Clarinda Cemetery. CLARINDA HERALD JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Apr 25, 1983

Harms, Willie - Funeral services for Willie Harms, 55, of Clarinda will be held at 2 pm, Tuesda, at St Paul's Lutheran Church in Yorktown with Pastor M.G. Kirsch officiating, burial will be in Summit Cemetery.

Casketbearers will be Rudolph Gerdts, John Huseman, Harold Nothwehr, Donald Hart, Norman Esaias and Harold Herzberg. At the register books will be Mrs Norman Esaias and Mrs Rudolph Gerdts. The users will be Marvin Reents and Larry Northwehr.The organist will be Mr Ronald Hafner. He died Saturday monring at Mental Health, after being hospitalized for one month.

He was born May 2, 1916 near Yorktown, the son of Mr and Mrs William Harms. He was baptized and confirmed at St Paul's Lutheran Church and he attended Yorktown Lutheran School.

He married Marjorie Brush, June 15, 1943 at Rockport, Mo, and they farmed in the Yorktown and Coin areas. The past year he has made his home with his mother, Mrs Dora Harms in Clarinda.

He was preceded in death by his father.

He is survived by four daughters, Mrs Jon (Nancy) Jennings of Grand Island, Neb; Mrs John (Marcene) Nelson of Aurora, Mo; Joyce Harms of Council Bluffs and Ardith Harms of Red Oak.

One son Gary of Coin, his mother Mrs Dora Harms of Clarinda, two sisters, Mrs Marvin (Aletha) Hart of Denver, Colo, and Mrs Richard (Ina Mae) Cutter of San Josa, Cal, one brother Glenn of Clarinda, and two grandchildren also survive.

The family will receive relatives and friends from 7 to 8:30 this evening at the Lavelle Funeral Home. CLARINDA HERALD JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Jan 24, 1972

Handford, Luretta Ann Sowerwine -

Jasper County, Iowa marriage records [online]: Luretta Sowerwine of Newton, Iowa, 35, born Brooklyn, Ia, 1st marriage, father John Sowerwine, mother Martha Lavender, groom Johnston G. Handford of Omaha, Ne, 31 born Philadelphia, Pa, 1st marriage, father Joseph G. Handford, mother Elizabeth C. Robertson, at Newton, Iowa, Jan 26, 1910

Jackson County, Missouri death record [online]: Lauretta Ann Handford, died Mar 2, 1946 4211 Kenwood Ave, Kansas City, Mo, spouse Johnston Handford; born Sep 11, 1875 Brooklyn, Iowa, father John Sowerwing born Ohio; mother Martha Lavender born Mass, buried Clarinda, Iowa.

Obituary [online] -- Luretta Ann Sowerwine was born Sept 11, 1875, near Brooklyn, Iowa. She was the daughter of John and Martha Ann Sowerwine. While still in her girlhood the family moved to Grinnell, Iowa, but shortly after, they returned to Brooklyn where she grew to womanhood. When she was a young woman the family moved to Newton, Iowa. There, on Jan 26, 1910, she was united in marriage to Johnston G. Handford of Omaha, Neb. Into their home was born one son Joseph S. Handford, of Kansas City, Mo.

Early in life she united with the Presbyterian church at Brooklyn and remained a consistent believer in that faith until her death. Although prevented during the latter years of her life from attending divine worship services, because of her failing health and bodily weakness, her thoughts and spirit were with her Lord and His work.

Mrs Luretta Handford died on March 2, 1946, at the home of her son in Kansas City. She attained the age of 70 years, 5 months and 21 days. She leaves to mourn her departure her husband, Johnston Handford, her son, Joseph S.; her daughter-in-law, Mrs Myrtle Handford, one granddaughter, Janie Louise, one sister, Edith Cunningham, of Axtell, Kan; one half-brother, Charles Sowerwine, Ames, Iowa and a host of relatives and friends.

Funeral services were conducted March 4 at the Walker funeral home by her pastor, the Rev Richard I. Dicken of the Presbyterian church. Music "Sun of My Soul" and "The Lord is my Shepherd," was sung by Aletha Hutchings and Doris Forbes. Interment was in the Clarinda cemetery.

The following relatives from a distance attended the funeral Mr and Mrs George Buck and Mr Leslie Lavender of Grinnell, Iowa; Mr and Mrs De Witt Lavender Gilman Mrs Martha Mills, Marshalltown, and Mr and Mrs C.E. Booth Waukee. CLARINDA HERALD JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Mar 14, 1946

Johnson, Letha Maude Davison - Letha Maude Johnson, 81, died at the Clarinda Rest Home at 3:15 am Tuesday [Jul 5] after a lingering illness. The daughter of the late John Daniel Davison and Martha Hockensmith Davison, she was born at Burlington Junction, Mo. For seven years she had been a resident of Clarinda. She was the widow of the late Elmer A. Johnson.

She is survived by nine children, Mrs Martha E. Cade, Clarinda, Mrs Francis G. (Margaret) McKinley, Sebastopol, Calif, Lester A. Johnson, Garden Grove, Calif, Samuel Johnson, Kansas City, Mo, Birt H. Johnson, Skidmore, Mo, Mrs Duane (Leona) Brown, New Market, Delmer Johnson, St Joseph, Mo, Mrs Harold A. (Katherine) Lewis, Bonner Springs, Kans, and Mrs Arthur C. (Ruth) Wilson, Council Bluffs. She was preceded in death by one daughter, Mrs Lloyd (Zora) Orme.

Funeral services will be conducted from the Walker Funeral Home at 10 am Friday, with Rev H. LaVern Kinzel in charge. Organist will be Aletha L. Hutchings. Casket bearers will be Harold Davison, Jack Pearson, Amos Eshelman, Ralph Williams, Elbert Culver, and John Culver. Burial will be in the Clarinda Cemetery. CLARINDA HERALD JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Jul 7, 1966

Kern, Carl - Carl Kern, 70, died Tuesday morning at the Clarinda Municipal hospital where he had been for 15 days following a stroke. The funeral services were being held this Thursday at the Walker Funeral home in Clarinda in charge of Rev Ralph G. Allen, of the Christian church.

Mr and Mrs Kern have lived in Clarinda for ten years, conducted the Kern Tea Room at 300 north 18th street. Carl was born at Fremont, Neb, and farmed until his retirement. Surviving, besides his wife, are three children, Robert of Fremont, Neb; Mrs Slyvia [?] Thompson of Vancouver, Wash, and Carl R. of Columbus, Neb. A brother is Earl Kern of Fremont, and two sisters, Mrs Minnie Thompson of Omaha and Mrs Josephine Saul of Lincoln, Neb. CLARINDA HERALD JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Apr 1, 1954

Linebaugh, Amos Ancill, son of Harvey and Hannah Cunning Linebaugh, was born in Taylor County, Iowa, August 19, 1863, and passed away at Braddyville Wednesday morning, July 22, 1936, lacking just four weeks of reaching his seventy-third birthday.

He was the last of a family of six children. One sister, Mrs Almeda Foster, and four infant brothers have preceded him in death.

When a small child he came with his parents to a farm in East River township where he spent the greater part of his life.

On Jan 23, 1890, he was united in marriage to Miss Anna Plank. To this union was born one daughter, Eva, now Mrs Max Garrett.

He lived on the home farm until 1917 when he moved to Clarinda where he lived for three years, going from there to the home in Burlington Junction, Mo., where he lived until death of his wife four years ago. Since then he has been with his daughter, Mrs Max Garrett, of Braddyville.

He united with the Methodist church early in life and held to that faith through life, his last membership being at Burlington Junction, Mo.

He leaves to mourn their loss, his daughter, her husband and four grandchildren, also several nieces and nephews.

Although he had been in poor health for several years and was confined to his bed for almost seven months he was a patient sufferer. He was a faithful husband and a kind and loving father.

"Well done; thou good and faithful servant. Thou hast been faithful in a few things. I will make thee ruler over many things. Enter thou into the joy of the Lord." The services were conducted by Rev Proctor at the Pruitt Funeral Home. Burial was in the Clarinda cemetery. CLARINDA HERALD JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Jul 27, 1936

Page County, Iowa death record: Linebaugh, Amos, died Jul 22, 1936 Amity twp; widowed; born Aug 19, 1863 Mo; father Harvey Linebaugh born Ind; mother Hannah Cunning born Ohio; buried Clarinda

Linebaugh, Elizabeth Ferguson - "Grandma" Linebaugh passed away early Tuesday morning, April 8th at the home of her daughter, Mrs Geo W. Cline on S. 18th Street, Clarinda, having passed her alotted four score years, her age being 84 years, 2 months and 14 days. The funeral services were held Wednesday afternoon, from the United Brethren Church, conducted by the pastor, Rev Elton Miller, who was assisted by Rev R. Jenkerson of Shambaugh, the interment being in Clarinda cemetery.

Elizabeth, the daughter of William and Mary Ferguson, was born Jan 24th, 1840, in Andrew County, Missouri. On Feb 8th, 1858 she was united in marriage to Samuel Linebaugh in Taylor County, Iowa. The couple moved to Oregon, but stayed but a short time there, returning to Iowa, and settling in Page County, which was their residence continually until Mr Linebaugh's death, Jan 9t, 1911.

Of their twelve children five have passed away, four of these in infancy, the living children being rs T.H. Howard of Clarinda, Mrs W.F. Horton of Clarinda, A.W. Linebaugh of St Joseph, John Linebaugh of Clarinda, Mrs J.F. Pearson of Shambaugh, Ia and Mrs Geo W. Cline of Clarinda. She also leaves 28 grand children, and 29 great grandchildren, and 7 great-great-grandchildren, besides one sister, Mrs M.J. Davidson and a host of friends. In early years she united with the Methodist Church in Missouri, but removed her membership there at time of death. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Apr 10, 1924

Manes, James Milo - James Milo Manes, son of R.W. and Clara Gates Manes, was born on a farm in Atcheson County, Mo, on July 7, 1877. He grew to young manhood, enjoying the privilege of a happy Christian home, in a good farming community, attending country school at Eureka and High Prairie. At the age of 18 Milo was converted and baptized at the Bethel Church South West of Elmo, Mo, later moving his membership to the Methodist Church in Blanchard, Ia, and to Clarinda, Ia.

Milo was well known as a fine judge of livestock, especially horses, and as an outstanding farmer with a friendly, happy outlook on life.

On Oct 11, 1900, he was married to Miss Lena B. Fort in a beautiful and spectacular wedding at the county fair in Maryville, Mo, to which the whole county was invited. The rev Mr Litell performed the ceremony.

In the spring the happy couple moved to a farm southwest of Blanchard. In 1905 they bought a farm of their own in the same community. Two sons came to bless this union, R.C. and Hershal, both of Blanchard, Ia. In 1944 they retired from the busy farm life and moved to Clarinda where they lived to enjoy their 50th, 60th and even 63rd wedding anniversaries. Both these fine people have been hospitable and enjoyed visiting with relatives and friends in their home.

Death came in early morning, March 30, at the age of 85 years, eight months and 23 days. His wife and children had cared for him very tenderly through a lingering illness. His faithful and loving wife was with him at the end.

Surviving are his wife, two sons and their wives; five grandchldren and 12 great-grandchildren, one brother, Frank, and one sister, Lillith, Mrs Ray Miller, both of Clarinda.

The funeral service was held at Williams Memorial Chapel in Clarinda with the Rev John Beebout, pastor of his church, officiating. Mrs Francis Heuer was the organist with Mrs Willard Saye the soloist. Bearers were Howard Younger, Robert Miller, George Manes, Rex Younger, Les Moses and John Moses. The flowers were cared for by Mrs Arthur Heuer and Mrs Charles Davidson. The Memorial Book was in charge of Mrs Ned Combs and interment was in the Clarinda Cemetery. CLARINDA HERALD JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Apr 18, 1963

McAlpin, Carman Alvin - Carmen Alvin McAlpin was born Feb 19, 1922, near New Market, Ia. His parents were Dennis McAlpin and Lena Combs. His mother passed away at the time of his birth and he was raised by his grandparents, Charlie and Ida Combs, both of whom preceded him in death.

He attended rural school in Page County and the Clarinda High School. He was married Nov 27, 1941, to Vaughn Darleen Fidler. One child, Connie Louise Hibbs, was born to this union. He served in the Ordinance Department of the United States Army in World War II, from Oct 17, 1942 to Jan 6, 1946. During this time he attended, the David Rankin School of Motor Mechanics in St Louis, Mo, but most of the time was spent overseas in the European Theatre. He returned to Clarinda and for a while was engaged in the garage business. Most of his life was spent driving an automobile transport out of Kansas City, Kan. During this time he received a safe driving award for ten consecutive years. He was a member of the Methodist Church in Clarinda, the American Legion, AmVets, and the Fraternal Order of Eagles. For the last couple of years he has spent many lonely months in the Veteran's Hospital in Omaha, Nebraska, and passed away at the Clarinda Municipal Hospital in Clarinda, Iowa, on July 13, 1967.

Mac, as he was known to his many friends, will be missed greatly by Vaughn; his son-in-law and daughter, Mr and Mrs Neal Hibbs of Colorado Springs, Colo, and their three children; his parents, Mr and Mrs Dennis McAlpin of New Market, Ia; his brother and sister-in-law, Mr and Mrs Gerald McAlpin of Bedford, Ia, and their six children; his two sisters and families, Mr and Mrs Marvin Ellison, and their three children, Mr and Mrs Verlin Larson, and their three children, all from New Market, Ia; his father-in-law and mother-in-law, Mr and Mrs Ernest Thompson; his brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Mr and Mrs Ernest Thompson; his brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Mr and Mrs Clarence Brodd of Clarinda, Ia, and Mr and Mrs Dwight Foster of Clearfield, Utah, and a host of other relatives and friends.

Funeral services were conducted from the Walker Funeral Home Saturday, July 15, 1967, with Preacher Glen Mitchell in charge. Vocal music was by Mr and Mrs Glen Mitchell and organist was Miss Aletha L. Hutchings.

Casket bearers were Milton Cooper, Boyd Foster, Jack Oliver, Harold Herzberg, Harold Hakes and Gary Webb. Military graveside services were conducted by members of Clarinda American Legion Sergy Post No 98 and burial was in Memory Cemetery near New Market. CLARINDA HERALD JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Jul 31, 1967

McAlpin, David Russell - D.R. McAlpin, who died Sunday at New Market, was a well and favorably known man, having many friends. He was a pioneer settler of southwestern Iowa; had lived in Taylor county over 40 years; was farmer, lawyer and merchant. He left a widow and three sons, Efford, William, and Gus, all living in Taylor county. He also left the following relatives in Page county: Steven McAlpin, full brother, at Hawleyville; L. Beach McAlpn, half brother, at Coin; Mrs Henry Farrens and Mrs John McLean, full sisters, and Mrs J. D. Hawley, half sister, in Clarinda. CLARINDA JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Feb 17, 1899

Mr D. Russell McAlpin of New Market, died at his home on last Sunday, Feb 12, at 5:45 o'clock am, of kidney disease, aged 65 years and 1 month. Funeral services will be held at the M.E. church in New Market, this afternoon at two o'clock, conducted by Dr T.C. Smith of this city. The interment in Memory Cemetery will be with I.O.O.F. honors. Mr McAlpin is one of the best known men in this part of the state. He was a half-brother to Mrs Jas Hawley, of Clarinda, and Mrs Henry Farrens and Mrs John McLean, also of this city, were his sisters. Mr McAlpin's son Augustus married a Clarinda young lady, Miss Helen Round. So he is well known in this city. His death is widely mourned by his many friends and relatives. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Feb 14, 1899

Mr D. Russell McAlpin died Sunday, Feb 12, 1899, at his home in New Market, aged 4 years and 1 month. Mr McAlpin was one of the early settlers over about Hawleyville, and was a man highly respected by all who knew him. He was a soldier in the late war of the rebellion, where his health became impaired, and he had been a sufferer for several years past until about a year ago when he found material relief, but it failed to prove enduring. His death will be deeply felt by all who knew him. The funeral took place from the M.E. church in New Market Tuesday, Feb 14th, at 2 pm, conducted by Dr T.C. Smith, under the auspices of the Odd Fellows lodge, of which he had long been a member. His remains were laid to rest in Memory cemetery. PAGE COUNTY DEMOCRAT, Clarinda, Iowa, Feb 16, 1899

McAlpin, Gus' Infant daughter - The girl baby of Gus McAlpin died at New Market last Thursday night. BEDFORD FREE PRESS, Bedford, Iowa, Feb 10, 1898 Thursday

McAlpin, Hazel Taylor - Hazel L. McAlpin died Sunday night, March 11, at the home of her granddaughter, Mary Grebert, where she had been cared for the past three months.

She was born May 23, 1897, at Quitman, Mo., the daughter of Grant and Clara Gray Taylor. She was married to Russell O. McAlpin, who preceded her in death in 1941.

Mrs McAlpin had worked at the MHI [Mental Health Institute] before her retirement.

Survivors include three children: James R. McAlpin, New Market, Lucille Timmerman, Nodaway, and Elnora Fahey, Clarinda. There are 14 grandchildren and 30 great-grandchildren. Mrs Mildred Howarth of Tulsa, Ok, is a sister.

She was preceded in death by parents, husband, 2 grandchildren, and 8 brothers and sisters.

Visitation will be at the Walker-Merrick Funeral Home from 7-8 pm Tuesday evening.

Funeral services for Mrs Halzel L. McAlpin, 92, Clarinda, will be at 1:30 pm Wednesday, March 14, 1990, at Walker-Merrick Funeral Home with Rev John Clark officiating.

Memorials may be directed to the First Christian Church.

Burial will be in Memory Cemetery near New Market. CLARINDA HERALD JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Mar 12, 1990

McAlpin, Russell Ora - It was a shock to family, friends and community when it was learned Monday afternoon that Russell McAlpin had just met his death by being struck with a falling tree while working in the timber at his home. With him was standing but a few feet away and a neighbor who were powerless to aid him in any way until more help could be summoned. It is believe death came instantly as he was pinned beneath the tree, his chest crushed.

Russell Ora McAlpin, son of Willie E. and Amanda Weaver McAlpin, was born near New Market, Iowa, April 3, 1899, and met his sudden death at his home, near his birth place on Monday afternoon, Feb 10, 1941, at the age of 41 years, 10 months and 7 days. On September 30, 1915, he was married to Miss Hazel Taylor of New Market. Three children were born to them: Lucille, now Mrs Jim Timmerman of Nodaway, Elnora and Jimmy, who with the wife are bereft of the companionship and care of a loving husband and father. Even at the early age of 5 years, little Jimmy and his father had formed a remarkable companionship that made them almost inseparable, being always together about his work if weather or conditions made it at all possible. As was his custom, Jimmy had gone with the men to the timber and was standing but a few feet away as his father met his tragic death.

Russell, as he was familiarly known to all, had spent most of his life near New Market and enjoyed a large circle of friends. Possessed of a cheerful disposition, he always had a cheery greeting for everyone, which coupled with his ready wit and humor, assured pleasant associations with all he came in contact, and will be missed by his friends as well as in his home and family circle. He was a good neighbor, always interested in those about him and ever ready to do his part or lend a helping hand wherever he was needed, or opportunity came. He was devoted to his family and spared no efforts to make their home life congenial and happy.

Six years ago, while residing near Villisca, Russell was converted and he and his family placed their church affiliations with the Union rural church of their community where he was an active and earnest worker in both church and Sunday school.

He was preceded in death by his mother, father, and one sister, Glocile Anderson. Surviving are his wife and children, a son-in-law and two grandsons: two brothers, Earl and Dennis McAlpin, a half-brother, Eugene McAlpin, three sisters, Mrs Worthy Werts, Mrs Orville Slaight, Mrs Albert Holland, two half-sisters, Mrs Floyd Dougherty and Norma Jean McAlpin, his step-mother, Mrs Effie McAlpin, all of New Market, and a host of other relatives and friends who will sincerely mourn his untimely death.

Funeral services were conducted Thursday afternoon at the Baptist church in New Market in charge of Rev Mrs Harold Peters of Villisca, former pastor of the family. Music was furnished by Mr and Mrs Horace Stone, with Mrs Starkey at the piano, all of Shambaugh. The beautiful array of flowers and large crowd of friends present were silent expressions of esteem in which the deceased was held.

Flower girls were two nieces, Misses Dona Foster and Deloris Anderson. Pall bearers were the three brothers, Earl, Dennis, and Eugene McAlpin, Harvey Anderson, Lloyd and Theodore Taylor. Interment was in Old Memory cemetery. CLARINDA HERALD JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Feb 20, 1941

McAlpin, S.A. "Gus" - Dallas Twp.--S.A. "Gus" McAlpin passed away at his home in Des Moines at 9 pm Monday after a lingering illness of asthma. Mr McAlpin was born and reared in the Prairie Gem neighborhood and was in the hardware business in New Market for many years. The funeral services were held at the Walker Funeral Home in Clarinda Wednesday afternoon, interment in Memory cemetery beside his infant daughter. He is survived by his wife, Helen Rounds McAlpin, and a brother, Efford McAlpin, of Long Beach, Calif. His niece, Mrs Orville Slaight, Mrs Effie McAlpin and Dennis McAlpin drove to Des Moines Monday evening called by his serious illness. CLARINDA HERALD JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Feb 18, 1937

McAlpin, Willie Eugene - W.E. McAlpin, 73, a resident of the New Market community all of his life, died at his home in Dallas township Friday, April 12, following a week's illness with pneumonia. The funeral services were held at the home Sunday afternoon conducted by Rev C.K. Shackelford of the New Market Baptist church. Burial was in the Memory cemetery.

William Eugene, second son of Russell and Susan Anna Swift McAlpin, was born March 28, 1862, on a farm north of New Market, and spent his entire life of seventy-three years in the same community.

December 27, 1885, he was married to Amanda Weaver. To them were born seven children. Mrs McAlpin died in 1905. April 13, 1910, he was married to Effie Hancher. To them were born three children. Had he lived one day longer, he and his surviving companion would have passed their twenty-fifth wedding anniversary.

Mr McAlpin was typical of the older generation in his life work; industrious and thrifty, always busy, and a firm believe that a man should live by the sweat of his brow. He had few association outside of his home only as work or business demanded, rather prefering to live a quiet life and enjoying the companionship of his own family, where he will be greatly missed. A man of few words, seldom expressing himself, only those nearest him knew his real convictions were for the better things of life.

Surviving relatives are the wife and ten children, seventeen grandchildren, four great grandchildren, two brothers, Dr D.E. McAlpin of Long Beach, Calif, and S.A. McAlpin of Des Moines, Iowa.

The children are Mrs Worthy Werts, Earl McAlpin, Mrs Orville Slaight, Dennis McAlpin, Mrs Harvey Anderson, Mrs Albert Holland and Eugene McAlpin, all of New Market; Russell McAlpin of Villisca; Mrs Floyd Dougherty of Trenton, Mo; and Norma Jean, still at home. Two nephews, Les Alexander of Coin and Russell Alexander of Boone, Iowa, are also claimed as members of the family circle. BEDFORD TIMES PRESS, Bedford, Iowa, Apr 18, 1935

McAnaney, Alice - New Market (Special)--Funeral service for Miss Alice McAnaney, 72, was held this Monday at the New Market Methodist Church following her death early Friday morning at an Evanston, Ill, hospital.

Miss McAnaney had lived in New Market until 1950 when she went to live with a brother at Northbrook, Ill. She was active in New Market as clerk in the Farmers Union Store, later serving in the New Market library, and always active with work of the Methodist Church.

Memorial services were in charge of the Rev George White, with burial in Memory Cemetery near New Market. Mrs Dalphon Bashor and Mrs Ben Anderson furnished the music, the arrangements being with Walker Funeral Home.

Honorary casket bearers were Ed Mankle, Ben Anderson, Elmer Raymer, Ralph Pratt, Walter Noble, Elmer Eighmy, casket bearers were R.L. Eighmy, Jim Clark, Leo Miller, Larry Eighmy, Gerald McAlpin and Bill McDonald.

Her brother, Raymond and nephew, Don, both live at Northbrook, Ill. Miss McAnaney had spent three weeks visiting with New Market relatives last spring.

She was born at Strang, Neb, on Feb 5, 1894, the daughter of Hugh and Mary McAnaney, and she moved to New Market with her parents. CLARINDA HERALD JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Nov 7, 1966

McAnaney, Mary Rebecca Tonkinson - The Angel of Death on last Friday evening again visited one of our New Market homes and claimed as its own the life of Mrs H.L. McAnaney. About seven week ago Mrs McAnaney was stricken with paralysis from which she never recovered. Relatives and friends had been apprised a few days ago that Mrs McAnaney's condition was serious and her demise might be expected at any time, hence, the death message was not unexpected but being prepared for the sad tidings did not lessen the grief of those who had been life long friends of the deceased.

When the Angel of death stood at her bedside and beckoned her to the better world beyond, at that moment ended a life the influence of which shall extend unto generations yet unborn.

It was only in the fullness of years that the eyes that had looked upon life with kindliness were closed; that the voice that had so often spoken in love, tenderness and sympathy, was tilled, that the hands that had ministered to others and wrought good works through the years, were folded in eternal rest.

Mary Rebecca Tonkinson, daughter of William and Susan Tonkinson, was born Feb 27, 1865, on a farm near Bedford, Taylor county, Iowa, and departed this life on May 6, 1938, at her home in New Market, Iowa, at the age of 73 years, 2 months and 9 days.iShe was left motherless at the age of seven yerars. She was married to Hugh Lewis McAnaney on January 29, 1885, near Hawleyville, Iowa. They established the new home near Strang, Nebr, and continued living there for nine years. After which they returned to Taylor county and have resided there ever since. They have lived in their present home for the period of forty-one years. This worthy couple celebrated their golden wedding anniversary in 1935. To this union three children were born: Essie Myrtle, who died August 29, 1907 at the age of 20 years; Alice Lavina, at home; and Raymond Edward of Northbrook, Illinois.

Mrs McAnaney was converted in early childhood and together with her husband united with the Methodist Episcopal church of New Market in 1895, of which she ever remained a loyal, interested, earnest member. Mrs McAnaney was a charter member of the Woman's Foreign Missionary Society. Having been one of the three or four members who steered the organization through a crisis when there were not enough who belonged without duplicating members for the offices, a member of the Women's Christian Temperance Union, and a faithful member and worker of the Aid society and Sunshine class of the Methodist church. Her years of service have prepared her for the Heavenly rest and reward. May her influence Linger. In her death the community loses a woman of many virtues and she will be sincerely mourned by all who ever came in contact with her.

Many years of her life had been spent in this immediate vicinity and her deeds of kindness and helpful ministrations will long remain bright spots in the hearts and minds of countless numbers.

The life herein described was characterized by a tireless devotion to her husband and family that was given to her care. But with the many problems that necessarily belong with rearing a family, she always found time to reach out a helping hand to a neighbor who needed assistance and was always ready and willing to do her share for the welfare of the community in which she lived.

But we must always remember that God in His wisdom doeth all things well. In Him is love and light and life. With Him is the rainbow and the throne, the house of many mansions and the crown. And after seven weeks of illness, her constitution gave way and she yielded up her life relying and trusting implicitly on the atonement of the Saviour for the full fruition, her long cherished hope of a blissful immortality beyond the grave.

She is survived by her husband, H.L. McAnaney the companion of her life through the cares of nearly 54 years of married life to whom she has been a faithful, true, and devoted companion. And her husband, now in his 79th year looks forward toward a reunion with the loved companion in that beautiful land beyond the river where parting will be no more. To her children she has been a kind and loving mother. To her church, of which she was an official member at the time of her death, she was loyal, sincere and devoted. To the community she was considered one of the best and most godly persons to be found.

Those who mourn her passing are her husband, H.L. McAnaney, Alice and Raymond and one daughter-in-law, Mrs Raymond McAnaney; and one grandson, Donald Dean, one sister, Mrs Belle Weaver of Shenandoah, Ia, two brothers, James Tonkinson of Carleton, Nebraska, and Elvin Tonkinson of Omaha, Nebr. Three half brothers, Floyd and Harry Tonkinson of Lincoln and Ora Tonkinson of Geneva, Nebraska, two uncles, J.W. Armstrong, Auburn, Nebr, and T.F. Armstrong of Bedford, Iowa, besides nieces, nephews, and loving friends.

She is preceded in death by her father, mother, daughter Essie, brothers Johnny Frankie, Charlie and Thomas, and one sister, Mrs Ella Rowe.

The singer were Miss Ida McNutt and Mrs Bell Brown, pianist Mrs Leafy Pace. Songs were "The Old Rugged Cross," "I Love to Tell the Story," and "Beautiful Garden of Prayer." Miss Doris Brown of Geneva, Nebr, Miss Geraldine Ellett of Omaha, Nebr, Miss Gene Earle Pratt, Mrs Essie Pratt, Mrs Edith Johnson, and Mrs Dorothy Beer of New Market were in charge of the flowers. The pallbearers were L.V. Hicks, Walter Noble, Walter Blakslee, Gerald McAlpin, Lester Vanhorn, George Webb. The members of the W.F.M.S. and the Sunshine class of which she was a member, attended in a body. Relatives from out of town attending the services were J.W. Armstrong, Mrs Ernest Armstrong, Mr and Mrs Ford Skeen of Auburn, Nebr, Mr and Mrs Elvin Tonkinson, Mrs Glenn Ellett and daughter Geraldine of Omaha, Lester Brown and daughter Doris and son Merle of Geneva, Nebr, Mr and Mrs Mervin Brown and Mrs Howard Claymer of Lincoln, Nebr, Mr and Mrs H.W. Ballou of Fort Madison, Iowa, Mr and Mrs G.F. Armstrong of Bedford, Iowa, Mrs Bell Weaver, Mrs Willis Glasow and Mrs Dora Simmons of Shenandoah, Iowa, Mrs Vida Hunter, Mr and Mrs Frank Arnott of Nodaway, Iowa, Mr and Mrs Melvin Vawter, Mrs Melbern and daughter Marilyn of Coin, Iowa, Mr and Mrs Doud Hunter and son and daughter of Conway, Iowa, Mr and Mrs Fred Hunter and Frank Batton of Bedford, Iowa, Mr and Mrs Raymond McAnaney and son Donald Dean of Northbrook, Ill, Mr and Mrs Thomas Baldwin and two sons of Villisca, Iowa, Mrs Letha Holm of Kansas City, Mo, and a host of friends from surrounding towns.

The services were held at 2 pm Monday, May 9, at the Methodist church at New Market with the Rev Robert Giles in charge, assisted by the Rev T.J. Overholt. Burial was in Memory cemetery. CLARINDA HERALD JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, May 12, 1938

McCarl, Albert Ernest - Albert Ernest McCarl, son of Thomas B. and Susan McCarl was born near Kent, Ia, Feb 26, 1886, and died at his home in New Market, Iowa, March 2, 1941, at the age of 55 years and 4 days. On Nov 9, 1910, he was married to Icie H. Corbin at Kent, Ia.

He attended the schools of Kent and in 1915 graduated from the Hohenschuh-Carpenter school of embalming in Des Moines. For a number of years he was engaged in the undertaking and funeral business in Villisca and Danbury. When his hearing failed, he entered the hardward business in Marengo in 1934. Mr McCarl left Marengo in November, 1939, and spent the remainder of his days in New Market.

Mr McCarl was a member of the Methodist church and the Masonic lodge and was master of the Danbury lodge in 1933.

His one great desire was to be a loyal husband and father. In that ambition he succeeded beyond the shadow of a doubt, as no personal sacrifice was too great in his earnest efforts to serve this family and home.

He was a loyal friend, always glad to help one in need. He was in failing health for several years, but bore his suffering without a complaint. His now eternal rest is a well merited gift from the God he loved.

He was preceded in death by his father and mother; two brothers, Dr E.B. McCarl and Dr Roy McCarl; two sisters, Mrs Anna Smith and Mrs Ada Hoar. He is survived by his wife Icie; one son, Gerald C. McCarl of Cherokee; two brothers, Dr J.J. McCarl of Sac City and Milo McCarl of Hawaii, besides severa nieces and nephews and a host of friends.

Funeral services were held at the Methodist church in New Market, Tuesday afternoon at 2:00 o'clock with Rev Geo G. Hunt of Marengo in charge. He was assisted by Rev Theo Peck. Singers were Misses Lois Hoyle and Margaret Hohensee of Marengo, Messrs Harmon Martin and Robert McDonald, with Mrs Leafy Pace at the piano. Six nephews were casket bearers, Paul Clark, Bernard Corbin, Glen Corbin, Ralph Wilson, Merl Baker, and Virgil Cannon. Flower girls were four nieces, Margie Ellison, Peggy Corbin, Letha Knoles and Lillian Baker. Burial was in Memory cemetery, with Masonic services at the grave.

Those from a distance attending the funeral Tuesday were Gerald C. McCarl of Cherokee, Mr and Mrs W.T. Corbin, Mr and Mrs Glen Corbin, Mrs Oscar Schuttler and sons Larry and Darrell of Ida Grove, Dr and Mrs J.J. McCarl and Mrs Kenneth Littlefield of Sac City, Mr and Mrs Guy Gearhart of Winterset, Rev G.G. Hunt, Mrs Earl Hoyle, Miss Lois Hoyle, Margaret Hohensee and L.G. Wingerhof of Marengo, Mr and Mrs P.H. Peterson, Mr and Mrs Clyde Orr, Mr and Mrs E.C. Hanson of Villisca, Mr and Mrs Bernard Corbin, Mr and Mrs Edwin Sungren and Mrs Anna Munson of Red Oak, Mrs Victor Knoles of Shenandoah, Mr and Mrs Merle Baker of College Springs. CLARINDA HERALD JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Mar 27, 1941

McComb, Anne Marie - Funeral services for Anne Marie McComb, infant daughter of Mr and Mrs Daniel McComb, were held Tuesday at the cemetery in New Market.

The daughter died Sunday at the Municipal Hospital while preparations were being made to take her to Omaha for specialized care.

Grandparents are Mr and Mrs Russell Shumate of Clarinda and Mr and Mrs Paul McComb of New Market. Great grandparents include Mrs Helen Boman of Clarinda and William Shumate in California.

Walker Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. CLARINDA HERALD JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Oct 31, 1974

McComb, Kevin - Graveside funeral service was held at Old Memory cemetery this Monday morning for Kevin McComb, infant son of Mr and Mrs Paul McComb of New Market, who died at the Municipal hospital Sunday afternoon seven hours after birth. Surviving are the parents and three young brothers. The Rev J. Lester Greenwood of Clarinda officiated. CLARINDA HERALD JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Apr 14, 1952

McComb, Paul L. - Paul L. McComb, 59, of New Market died Monday afternoon at Municipal Hospital where he had been admitted earlier in the day.

Mr McComb was born Nov 11, 1922, at College Springs, the son of Clarke and Anna Loudon McComb. In 1942 he was married to Rhoda Pullan who survives.

Mr McComb had been in the Air Force from 1941 to 1945 and with the Iowa Army National Guard from 1949 until his retirement in 1976.

Besides his wife of the home, he is survived by four children, Daniel and David of Clarinda, Joel of Council Bluffs and Sue of Kansas City, Ks. There are four grandchildren. Brothers are Don and Billy of Clarinda. Mrs C.M. (Mary) Horning of Denver, Colo, is a sister.

Funeral services were held this Thursday afternoon at Walker-Merrick Funeral Home with Rev Fred Malone officiating. Gretchen Sperry was organist. Casket bearers were Frank Snyder, Dale Castle, Ron Schenck, Delmar Strauch, Wendell Reed and Bruce Nally.

Burial was in Memory cemetery at New Market, with military services at the graveside. CLARINDA HERALD JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Jan 28, 1982 Thursday

McComb, Rhoda R. Pullan - Mrs Rhoda McComb, 66, of New Market died Wednesday afternoon, March 14, at Municipal Hospital after a lengthy illness.

She was born November 30, 1923 at New Market, the daughter of James and Jesse Howes Pullan. She was married to Paul L. McComb January 27, 1942. He preceded her in death January 25, 1982.

Mrs McComb was owner and operator of the Clarinda Agency until her retirement.

Survivors include four children: Daniel McComb, Clarinda, David McComb, Clarinda, Joel McComb, Council Bluffs, and Sue McComb, Kansas City, Mo. There are 5 grandchildren. Mrs Katherine Hendren of Galva, Ill, is a sister.

She was preceded in death by parents, husband, infant son, Kevin, and two sisters, Mary Hendren and Florence Denney.

Funeral services will be at 10:30 am, Friday, March 16, at Walker-Merrick Funeral Home with Rev John Clark officiating.

Visitation will be at the funeral home from 7-8 pm this Thursday evening.

Memorials may be directed to the Federation for the Blind.

Burial will be in Memory Cemetery near New Market. CLARINDA HERALD JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Mar 15, 1990

McCoy, Hazel Mae Anderson - Funeral services for Mrs Loyd (Hazel Mae) McCoy, 84, of New Market will be at 2 pm Saturday at Walker-Merrick Funeral Home with Jon Palmquist officiating.

The family will meet friends at the funeral home from 7-8 pm Friday evening.

Mrs McCoy died early this Thursday morning at Good Samaritan Center in Villisca where she had been a short time.

She was born Sept 8, 1897, at New Market, the daughter of Thomas and Martha Atwood Anderson.

She was a lifelong resident of New Market and was married to Lloyd McCoy who survives.

Additional survivors include a daughter, Mrs Charles (Faye) Davlin of Wauconda, Ill, and a grandson, Loyd Allen McCoy, U.S. Navy, who was raised by Mr and Mrs McCoy. There are four grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. Mrs Florence Clayton, living at Good Samaritan Center in Villisca is a sister.

Burial will be in Memory cemetery at New Market. CLARINDA HERALD JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Apr 15, 1982

McCoy, Loyd - Funeral services for Loyd A. McCoy, 77, of New Market will be at 2 pm, Thursday at Walker-Merrick Funeral Home with Rev Eddie Fidler officiating.

Mr McCoy died this Monday morning [Aug 2] at his home in New Market.

He was born July 30, 1905, at Moulton, Ia, the son of E.D. and Elizabeth McCoy. In 1932 he was married to Hazel Anderson who preceded him in death last April 15.

Mr McCoy was an electrician at M.H.I. [Mental Health Institute] before his retirement.

He is survived by a daughter, Mrs Charles (Faye) Davlin of Wauconda, Ill, four grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. Mrs George (Velma) Evans of Derby, Ia, is a sister and Archie McCoy of Des Moines is a brother.

Burial will be in Memory cemetery near New Market. CLARINDA HERALD JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Aug 2, 1982

McDonald, Opal Wallace - Opal McDonald, 85, died Feb 16, 1986 at her home in New Market, Ia.

She was born Aug 13, 1900, at Norwich, Ia. Her parents were Richard and Sall (Wood) Wallace.

She married James Ora McDonald, who preceded her in death in 1965.

She had worked as a school teacher in New Market, and she had retired after 28 years work in the post office there and had served as post mistress. She also was a member of the New Market Church of Christ.

Survivors include her brother, Richard Wallace of Miami, Okla.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband and one brother.

Services will be held Wednesday at 10 am at the Walker-Merrick Funeral Home, with Rev Jon Palmquist officiating.

Burial will be in the Memory cemetery at New Market. CLARINDA HERALD JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Feb 17, 1986

McDonald, William, an old resident of Taylor county, died at his home in Mason township on Sunday last, aged about fifty-seven years. He leaves a wife and seven children surviving him. The funeral took place on Monday, the remains being interred in the Memory cemetery. TAYLOR COUNTY REPUBLICAN, Bedford, Iowa, 26 Jun 1884

McDowell, Claude Services for Claude C. McDowell, 69, were held in Mott, N. Dak, Monday. Short services will be held at 2:30 pm Friday from Walker's funeral home and burial will be in the Old Memory cemetery. Mr McDowell died Saturday.

Mr McDowell was born in Taylor county, but moved from there in 1902 to Madrid, Iowa. He then moved to North Dakota, where he later died in the Mott, N Dak hospital, after an illness of a year and a half.

He was married twice, both wives preceding him in death. He is survived by two sons, Walter McDowell of West Chester, Ill and Claude McDowell, jr of Richmond, Va and one daughter, Mrs Oliver Olson, of Regent, N Dak. CLARINDA HERALD JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa Oct 14, 1948

McDowell, Cora - New Market - Mrs Cora McDowell died last week at her home in Riverside, Mont. The remains were brought here for interment accompanied by her sons, Claude and Seth McDowell, and her daughter, Mrs Electa Moffett. BEDFORD FREE PRESS, Bedford, Iowa, May 25, 1915

McDowell, John Warren - East River items - John McDowell died at his home in Old Memory Saturday, Jan 7, of paralysis of the heart. The funeral services were held at the home at 11 o'clock, Jan 9. Interment in the Memory cemetery. CLARINDA JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Jan 13, 1905

New Market items - Jno. McDowell an old soldier 63 years old living west of New Market died last week. Rev Furgeson of Bedford conducted the funeral ceremonies. PAGE COUNTY DEMOCRAT, Clarinda, Iowa, Jan 19, 1905

McKay, Delpha Neely - Mrs Irvin McKay passed away last week, on Monday morning, about 5 o'clock at her home, death being caused by convulsions. She is survived by her husband. Three children were born to this union, two preceding her in death and the third passed away with the mother. The funeral was conducted Wednesday afternoon at the Baptist church, with Rev C.K. Shackelford in charge at 1:30 o'clock. Interment in the Memory cemetery. CLARINDA JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Aug 20, 1931

Taylor County, Iowa death records: McKay, Delpha Faye, died Aug 10, 1931 Mason twp; spouse Irvin J. McKay; born Sep 6, 1899 New Market; father Seymour? Neely born Pa; mother Lillie Mann born Ill; buried Memory

McKinley, Burnell -

Taylor County, Iowa death record: McKinley, Forrest Bernell, died Oct 23, 1924 Dallas twp; born Jun 7, 1909 Nodaway, Iowa; father James Henry McKinley born Taylor county, Iowa; mother Effie Lawson born Hepburn, Ia; buried Memory

Burnell McKinley, 15 year old son of Jas McKinley of New Market, was accidently killed last Thursday evening a short distance northeast of New Market, by the discharge of a gun in the hands of a companion.

Three boys had been out hunting that afternoon and on their return to New Market in the evening, one of the party stumbled and fell and in so doing, his gun was accidently discharged. The McKinley boy was in line with the charge from the rifle and the ball struck him in the chest and penetrated his heart. Death was instantaneous.

Dr Beauchamp, county coroner, was called by phone and told of the incident, and advised them that a trial would not be necessary.

The funeral for the boy was held in New Market Sunday and the community showed its deep sympathy for the bereaved family by its full attendance. BEDFORD FREE PRESS, Bedford, Iowa, Oct 30, 1924

McKinley, Byron Ernest - Byron McKinley, who has been ill with asthma and lung trouble, died Sunday evening at the Taylor County Home. He had been at Iowa City for examination and had expected to return for further treatment.

He is the son of Mrs Grace McKinley, who until coming to the Clarinda Rest Home had lived in New Market. His brother, Francis, is a school administrator and sister, Mrs W.E. (Clarice) Lamb, are in California and are flying home immediately to assist with arrangements.

Mr McKinley had lived his entire life of over 40 years in the Clarinda and New Market vicinity. He had been employed at the Clarinda Municipal Hospital the past several years.

The body is at the Walker Funeral Home here. CLARINDA HERALD JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Aug 4, 1958

McKinley, Garrett - Garrett McKinley, son of James H. and Nancy McKinley, was born May 9, 1879, near Boone and died in the Clarinda Municipal hospital June 25, 1952 at the age of 73 years, 1 month and 6 days. While still a young boy, he moved with his parents to a farm north of Hawleyville, where he lived several years before moving to New Market in 1898.

On Sept 3, 1903 he was united in marriage with Grace Sparks Hardee. To this union were born two sons, Francis of Dunkerton, and Byron, at home. A stepdaughter, Mrs Geneva Lamb, lives in Sonora, Calif.

For many years, Garrett was a member of the Methodist church in New Market and had been active member of the IOOF lodge before failing health prevented attendance. Mr McKinley had been employed by the Pullan Coal company of New Market for many years and since 1943 had been employed by the Clarinda Mental Institute. Poor health caused termination of this employment in March, 1951. Since that time he resided at his home in New Market, cared for by his wife and son, Byron. On June 9 he entered the Clarinda Municipal hospital, where he died June 25. A twin sister, Gertie, and a brother Gomer, preceded him in death.

Besides his immediate family he leaves a brother James of Villisca, and sisters Jennie Boone, Blanche Osborn, and Maggie Carmichael, all of Clarinda, and Faye Brooks of New Market, two grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.

Service was held from the Walker Funeral Home June 28, 1952 with Rev Clarence Woollard in charge. Organist was Mary Spunaugle. Casket bearers were Howard Beck, William Wilcox, Ben Pullan, J.M. Adams, Carl Wells, Newt Jones. Burial was in the Clarinda [sic, Memory] cemetery. CLARINDA HERALD JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Jul 14, 1952

McKinley, Gomer Henry - Gomer Henry McKinley, was born in Boone county, ia, June 7, 1876, and passed from this life in Clarinda, Ia, Aug 15, 1927, aged 51 years 2 months and 8 days.

He has lived in Taylor and Page counties all of his life-- the last ten years was spent in Clarinda.

He was married in March, 1903, to Bertha VanAlstine.

To this union three children were born: Ora Edward, Clyde Otha and Mrs Opal Mack, all of Clarinda.

Two brothers survive him, Garrett and James of New Market.

There are five sisters: Mrs James Boone, Mrs Claude Anderson and Mrs M.E. McNutt of Clarinda and Mrs C.W. Carmichael and Mrs Guy Osborn of New Market.

He also leaves his father, James Henry McKinley of New Market.

Services conducted by B.F. Hall at Harmon Funeral Home, Wednesday, Aug 17 at 2:30. Music furnished by Mr Hall and Mrs Delmar Carver, with Mrs Hall at the piano. Burial in Old Memory cemetery. CLARINDA JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Aug 18, 1927

Miller, Fannie M. Gale - Yorktown (Special)--Mrs Marve H. Miller, aged 73, living 1 1/2 miles west of Yorktown on Highway No 3, for many years the farm home of the Miller's, died at Hand hospital in Shenandoah early this Thursday morning [Mar 21]. She had been ill with heart trouble for several years, and the last three weeks had been quite ill in her home, having been taken to the hospital Monday of this week. Her husband and eight children survive. The children are Martie and Glenn of Yorktown, Mrs Vern Riggle of Salida, Calif, Mrs Orr Keith of Iowa City, Mrs John Denbo of Summersville, Ind, Arthur of Eldora, Kans, Otis of Ewing, Mo, and Russell of Northboro.

Funeral services will probably be held Sunday afternoon in the Yorktown Methodist church. CLARINDA HERALD JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Mar 21, 1949

Mueller, Frederick William, was born August 12, 1878, at Lake Creek near Cole Camp, Benton County, Mo the son of Cord Mueller and his wife Marie Harms. He was baptized by the Rev Nieting in Cross Luther church and confirmed on March 26, 1893. He died June 29, 1950, at the Clarinda Municipal hospital, Clarinda, Iowa, at the age of 71 years, 10 months and 16 days.

He attended college at Concordia, Mo, Milwukee, Wis, and Springfield, Ill. In 1902 he vicared near Colby, Kan, and Flagler, Colo. After completing his ministerial schooling he graduated in 1903 from Concordia college, Springfield, Ill. He accepted his first charge in the fall of 1903 to Zion Lutheran church Jericho Springs, Mo in October, 1908 he accepted a call to St Paul's Lutheran church, California, Mo, where he served as pastor and teacher until 1926 in which year he accepted a call to Immanuel Lutheran church seven miles northwest of Clarinda.

In 1943 he retired to private life and made his home in Yorktown. Even in retirement he served as visiting pastor at prisoner of war camp at Clarinda and Shenandoah.

On Jun 12, 1907 he was united in marriage to Clara Golley of Appleton City, Mo by the Rev William Ranter?.

He is survived by his wife Clara, three sons and two daughters, Paul of Yorktown, Carl of Cedar Falls, Lewis of Creston, Martha Otte of Clarinda and Wilma Redmon of Omaha, Neb, eight grandchildren. Besides this he has four brothers and one sister, Rev P.D. Mueller of Topeka, Kan, Rev Martin Mueller of Dwight, Ill, ??? Murller of Wichita, Kan, Henry Mueller of Garden Grove, Calif, and Mrs Henry Lobink? of St Louis, Mo. His parents, a brother and a sister preceded him in death.

Private funeral service was held at the home by Rev H.A. Ducker as the body lay in state at the St Paul's Lutheran church at Yorktown from 1:30 to 3. At 2 pm final rites were held for the family and friends at the church. The Rev S.W. Holstein of Yorktown delivered the sermon. The St Paul's choir, under the direction of O.H. Kamprath, sang, Rev G.W. Lobeck of Council Bluffs, nephew of the deceased and also president of the Iowa District West of the Lutheran church, Missouri synod, gave a short address on behalf of the district. The Page County Pastors conference was represented by the Rev W.H. Discher of Clarinda who also presented an address.

Casket bearers were Henry Harms, C.H. Otte, George Witthoff, Herbert J. Sunderman, John Nothwehr, and Joe Steeve. Flower committee consisted of Mrs O.H.Kamprath and Mrs William Sump. Interment was in Summit cemetery near Yorktown with the Rev S.W. Holstein officiating. Numerous memorials were given in the deceased honor by relatives and friends.

Out-of-town relatives and friends attending the funeral were C.C. Mueller and daughter and Mrs Paul Wulf of Wichita, Kan, Rev and Mrs M.B. Mueller of Dwight, Ill, Rev and Mrs G.W. Lobeck and son of Council Bluffs, Mr and Mrs Hugo Mueller of Kansas City, Mo, Mr and Mrs Arnold Rosenberg of Sioux City, Mr and Mrs Nieman and son of Mortenville, Kan, Mr and Mrs Henry ueller and Mr and Mrs Erwin Mueller of Davenport, Neb, Rev and Mrs E.J. Stelling of Coon Rapids, Rev M.L. Matzke of Creston, Rev and Mrs H. Dueker of Shenandoah, Mr and Mrs Carl Miller of Pevely, Mo, Mr and Mrs Charles Redmon and Mr and Mrs Duane Redon of Elliott, Mrs J.T. Ahrens and Alonzo Buenhee: of Cole Camp, Mo, Mrs Dahl and daughters of Council Bluffs. CLARINDA HERALD JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Jul 20, 1950

Nash, Willie - A terrible accident occurred at New Market last Tuesday. A little ten-year-old boy by the name of Willie Nash was driving a team hitched to a heavy wagon. By the team becoming unmanageable he was thrown under the wheels and his head crushed, killing him instantly. He was buried in the New Market cemetery Wednesday afternoon. Too much care can not be taken about letting small boys handle teams. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Sep 14, 1894

Distressing Death. John Nash and his little boy were Tuesday evening driving wagons loaded with tiling, west of Gravity. The father was ahead, the son behind. As the boy was driving down a hill he slipped from the wagon, in front of it. The front wheel missed his head; the hind wheel ran over it, mashing it and causing his death. CLARINDA JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Sept 14, 1894

Noble, John Stanton - John S. Noble was born at Oxford, Oakland County, Michigan, Oct 15, 1840, died at the home of his son B.S. Noble at New Market, Iowa, April 17, 1925, aged 84 years, 6 months and 2 days.

When only 14 years of age he came to Galena, Ill, and then to Sioux City, Iowa and entered government service in 1858 as teamster taking supplies from Omaha, Nebraska City and Leavenworth, across the plans to Denver, Ft Laramie and Salt Lake City. While returning to his home in Michigan in 1861 he answered his country's call for volunteers and enlisted at Winterset, Iowa in Company I, 4th Ia Cav for 3 years. He enlisted as a veteran in same company and regiment in 1864 and was discharged Aug 8, 1865 at Atlanta, Georgia. He came to Taylor County, Iowa, near Hawleyville and was married to Harriett A. Burlingame in November '65. TO this union seven children were born, two (Bessie and Chauney) died in infancy. The others are: Mrs Hattie Beavers, New Market, Ia, B.S. and F.L., New Market, Ia, J.F. Clarinda, Ia. and J.A., Rock Island, Ill. His wife preceeded him to the better world in June 1915.

He also leaves 15 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren and numberless friends, as every one who knew him was his friend.

He was a charter member Upton Post No 248 G.A.R. New Market, Ia, and until the last few weeks had been very active in G.A.R. affairs. In 1866 as a result of the hardships and exposures incident to army life at the front "Uncle Jon" (as he was known by every one) became totally blind, but in spite of this handicap was always cheerful and seemed to enjoy life as much as one with eyesight. He attended the reunions and encampments both State and National of the G.A.R.

Funeral services were held Sunday afternoon, from the old home north of New Market, interment being in Old Memory Cemetery nearby, the name of the cemetery being specially appropriate in the present instance. Rev Eli Osbourn, a former pastor of the deceased had charge of the services. The pallbearers were all sons of veterans, four of them being sons of veterans who had been in the same regiment with Mr Noble during the Civil War. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Apr 20, 1925

Pace, Alena Brown - Funeral services for Mrs Alena Pace, 92, of New Market will be at 10 am Friday at Walker-Merrick Funeral Home with Loren Daly officiating.

Visitation will be at the funeral home from 7-8 pm Thursday evening.

Mrs Pace died Monday evening, March 13, 1989 at Goldenrod Manor [Clarinda, Iowa].

She was born Jan 21, 1897, at Canton, Ill, the daughter of Henry and Clara Worrell Brown. In 1916 she was married to Tony Pace, who preceded her in death in 1978. Mr and Mrs Pace operated a trucking business before retirement.

Survivors include two children, Henry Ivan Pace of Grand Island, Ne, and Mrs George (Daisy) Sefrit of New Market. There are 10 grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren and five great-great-grandchildren.

Robert Brown of Bedford is a brother and and sisters are Bertha Stiles of Tahlequah, Ok, and Alice Preeo of Stockton, Ca.

She was preceded in death by a son, Carroll Amos Pace and daughter, Alma Lucille Pace; two grandchildren; three brothers and one sister.

Burial will be in Memory Cemetery at New Market. CLARINDA HERALD JOURNAL, Mar 16, 1989

Pace, Harriett A. King - Harriett A. King was born August 11, 1853 in Ambaugh, Mich. She came with her parents to Taylor county, Iowa, when five years of age where she has resided since that time.

She was married to William H. Pace on July 23, 1870 and both united with the Baptist church in New Market. To them were born five children. Her husband and four children preceded her in death. She is survived by one son, Dannie Pace, his wife, eight grandchildren, 23 great-grandchildren, a sister, Mary Jane Adams, and one half-brother, Marion Lwellen.

Funeral services were held at the Wetmore funeral home in Bedford Wednesday afternoon, Jan 23, conducted by Rev A. Douglas Steffenson. Burial was in Memory cemetery. CLARINDA HERALD JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Feb 2, 1939

Pemberton, Mahala Estes - Mrs Mahala Estes was born in Dade Co., Mo, March 9, 1858 and departed this life Jan 5th, 1922, age 63 years 9 months and 26 days. She was married to Noah H. Pemberton, March 24, 1876. To this union were born eight children, seven boys and one girl. The daughter Leota; sons Ralph, William J. and husband have preceeded her, leaving five sons, Ed of Clarinda, Noah H Jr of Chicago, Joseph L. and Jas A. Clarinda and Theo of Minneapolis, Minn, who were all present at the funeral, five sisters-in-law, eleven grandchildren, one brother, two sisters, many nieces, nephews and friends to mourn her loss. The family moved here from Missouri in March 1907 and after a few years moved to Des Moines where they made their home until the death of the husband and son William J. when they moved back to Clarinda. Mrs Pemberton was a devout christian being converted at an early age and was a member of the A.M.E. Church. The funeral was held at St Jacob's A.M.E. Chapel, conducted by the Rev B.F. Hubbard. The pall bearers were Geo. Jones, Joe Beard, Chas. Parriott, L.F. Montgomery, Joe Griggs, Wm. Headley.

The Chicago Postoffice division and Swift & Co. of Clarinda sent very beautiful flowers. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Jan 12, 1922

Raynor, Miriam - New Market-Mrs Miraim Raynor died at her home in New Market early Saturday morning from a compilcation of diseases. Her husband died a few years ago and she had since made her home in this city. Funeral services were held Monday in the Baptist church, conducted by Rev J.F. Moore, the pastor. CLARINDA JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Aug 18, 1905

Richstein, Edna Sleeth - New Market items - Mrs Edna Sleeth Richstein of Alliance, Neb., was buried in the Memory cemetery Thursday. Mrs Richstein was a former resident of New Market. BEDFORD TIMES REPUBLICAN, jAN 22, 1914

Ridnour, William died Oct 25 at New Market age 65 years 10 months and 10 days. CLARINDA JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa Nov 12, 1897

Rowe, Mary Eliza Armstrong Rowe, was born in Des Moines Co., Iowa, January 14, 1847 and at eventide, March 4, 1929, she departed this life from her home in New Market, at the age of 82 years, 1 month and 18 days.

On Feb 5, 1867 she was united in marriage at Burlington, Iowa, to William H. Rowe. To this union were born six children, four boys and two girls. One boy, Frank Elmore died when but 5 years of age.

She is survived by Phillip D. Rowe of Long Beach, Calif., Henry B. of St Joseph, Mo., John E. of Pasco, Washington, Mrs Nelllie Ballow of Ft Madison, Iowa and Mrs Tressie Reeves of Des Moines, Ia. Also two brothers, J.W. Armstrong of Auburn, Neb, and T.F. Armstrong of Bedford, Iowa.

In 1876 she with her husband and family moved to Taylor co., and settled on a farm northwest of New Market, and in 1890 came to live in New Market. Her husband preceded her in death seven years ago.

Mrs Rowe when a girl 12 years of age gave her heart to the Lord, and united with the Church, of which she remained a faithful member until the Heavenly Father called her home.

She was actively associated with Church and Sunday School work as teacher, steward, Missions and Ladies Aid, until compelled by age to give up much of the work she loved.

She was a kind and loving wife and mother, a good neighbor, and a true friend. She leaves to mourn their loss 5 children, 13 grandchildren, 3 great grandchildren and 2 brothers, besides a host of relatives and friends.

Funeral service was from the M.E. Church, New Market, March 9th at 2 pm, conducted by Rev C.F. Smith, pastor. Burial in the Memory Cemetery. CLARINDA HERALD JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Mar 14, 1929

Scott, Helen Sommer - Mrs Clair (Helen Sommer) Scott, 51, died at Grinnell, Ia, Saturday after a prolonged illness with carcinoma.

Helen is a sister of Mrs Wilson (Hazel) McCalla of Clarinda. She was a graduate of Clarinda High School. Besides her sister, Hazel, she is survived by her husband, Clair, five children, and her mother, Mrs Murial Sommers, and a sister, Mrs Darlene Griff of Hayward, Calif.

Funeral services are to be Tuesday at Montezuma, with graveside services at the Hawleyville cemetery at 3 pm Tuesday, with Rev D.L. Roberts in charge. CLARINDA HERALD JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Apr 13, 1964

Sefrit, Randy Eugene - Randy E. Sefirt, 46, of New Market, died suddenly Friday morning, May 22nd at the home of his parents in New Market, Iowa. He was born July 28, 1951, at Clarinda, Iowa, the son of George and Daisy Pace Sefrit. He was operating the Sefrit Office Machine Repair in Clarinda with his brother, Frank. He is survived by his parents, George and Daisy Sefrit of New Market; three daughters: Michelle Naert and husband Michael, Phoenix, Arizona; Lisa Parris and husband Jeff, Edwards Air Force Base, California; and Lori Smith and husband Mike, Kansas City, Missouri. There are 5 grandchildren. Brothers are Caarroll Sefirt of Omaha, Nebraska, and Frank Sefrit and wife Diane of New Market. He was preceded in death by a sister, Vickie, and 2 granddaughters. Funeral services were Tuesday, May 26th, at Walker-Merrick Funeral Home. Loren Daly and Russ Clark officiated with burial in the Memory cemetery at New Market. A Randy Sefrit memorial is being established. CLARINDA HERALD JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, May 27, 1998

Thomas, Mary Alice Dougherty - Mary Alice Thomas daughter of Shelby and Sarah Dougherty, was born Nov 13, 1868, near New Market, Ia, and departed this life April 1, 1959, at the age of 90 years, five months and 18 days at Cranada Hills, Calif, where she had made her home for the past few years with a daughter, Mrs Golda Pulis.

On Dec 24, 1890, she was united in marriage to Ira Thomas. To this union seven children were born: Lonnie Thomas of Clarinda, Ray Thomas of Grants Pass, Ore, Dale Thomas of Fresno, Calif, Glen Thomas of San Bernardino, Calif, Golda Pulis of California and Mrs Gladys Pruett of Denver, Colo. One daughter, Mrs Edna Rush, preceded the mother in death in December, 1946.

Alice's mother passed away when she was two years old, leaving her and one brother, Monroe. Her father remarried and Alice and brother made their home with the parents and their new family, of which three sisters and one brother survive: Stella Wamsley of Kansas, Cordie Mohler of Bedford, Leona Carmichael of Montana, and Horace Dougherty of North English, Ia.

Alice lived all of her life in Iowa until after Ira passed away, then she and daughter Gladys with whom she made her home moved to Kansas City, Mo. She lived there until 1954, then went to California where she made her home with her daughter Golda. Alice suffered a slight stroke in 1952 and although she had been in failing health the past few years following, she was always a symbol of patience and kindness, never complaining and being considerate of others and a joy to her loved ones.

Funeral services were held at the Walker Funeral Home Tuesday. She was laid to rest beside her husband in Old Memory Cemetery.

Children attending from out of town were Roy and Helen Thomas of Gran's Pass, Ore, Golda Pulis of Granada Hills, Calif, and Gladys Pruett of Denver, Colo. Glen and Dale of California were unable to come. CLARINDA HERALD JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Apr 20, 1959

Weisenborn, Helen Virginia Gilpin - Helen Virginia Weisenborn, age 87, of Clarinda, Iowa, died Tuesday evening, December 3, 2002, at Clarinda Regional Health Center following an extended illness. She was born April 1, 1915 to Charles Sumner Gilpin and Beatrice (Lower) Gilpin at St Joseph, Missouri.

Helen graduated Central High School and Platte Business College, both in St Joseph. She was married to Harry Weisenborn, April 2, 1937 at St Joseph. They moved to Clarinda in 1956 and purchased the Western Auto Store at that time, selling the business in 1964. In the early 1960's Helen began working in the business office at the Mental Health Institute in Clarinda. She retired from that position in 1983 after working there 22 years.

Helen was preceded in death by her husband, Harry, in February 1971; parents; brother Bill, Joe, Sheldon and Ralph Gilpin, sisters, Mildred Wise and Elsie Hurst.

She is survived by her two daughters, Diane Ferguson and her husband Dick of Clarinda, Iowa, and Sally Weisenborn of Des Moines, Iowa; grandchildren Kelly and Kara Ferguson; sisters, Dorothy Gilpin of Minnespolis, Minn, Mary Grace Shaneck of Oregon, Ruth Ann Wakeman of St Joseph, Missouri, and Myrt Dunn of Garland, Texas; brothers Edward Gilpin of Wathena, Kansas, John Gilpin of St Joseph, Missouri, Bob Gilpin of Texas, and Jim Gilpin of Kansas City, Missouri; numerous nieces and nephews.

Funeral services were held Friday, Dec 6, at Eickenmeyer Funeral Chapel with burial at Clarinda Cemetery. A memorial fund is being established. Eickemeyer Funeral Chapel was in charge of arrangements. CLARINDA HERALD JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Dec 11, 2002

Willison, Bessie Hollingren - It was a shock to family, friends and community alike, when it was learned that Mrs Henry Willison had passed away very suddenly Friday afternoon. She was seemingly in her usual health and while conversing with a neighbor in her own home, death came with no warning.

Bessie Hollingren was born March 13, 1865, in Warren county, Ill, and passed away October 28, 1938, at her home in Shambaugh, Iowa, age 73 years, 7 months and 15 days. She grew to womanhood in Warren county, Ill, and there on February 12, 1885, she was married to Henry Willison. Soon afterwards they came to Page county and settled on a farm southeast of Clarinda where they reared their family of two sons and two daughters. One son, Glen, died in infancy. The surviving children are Dilver of Bond, Miss, Omar of Clarinda, Mrs Roy Davison, Shambaugh, and Mrs Byard Hook of Hawleyville, who with the husband, are bereft of a most devoted wife and mother. She is also survived by eight grandchildren, one brother, Nels Hollingren and one sister, Anna Hollingren both of Alexis, Ill, and numerous other relatives and friends.

Mrs Willison united with the church in her girlhood and later under the pastorate of Rev J.M. Williams, she came into the Methodist church in Clarinda in April, 1920.

A number of years ago Mr and Mrs Willison moved to Clarinda, later returned to their farm for a short period and a few years ago moved to their present home in Shambaugh.

Through the long residence in Page county, Mrs Willison has gained a large circle of friends, whose love and esteem she so much deserved. Of an understanding, kindly and sympathetic nature, she was ever ready in her quiet manner to administer assistance to those about her in any way necessary.

Her first interest always was her family and home, to which she gave her fullest measure of love and devotion.

Left an orphan herself at an early age, her own home ties seemingly held even a greater significance than perhaps many other might feel. Mrs Willison deemed it a privilege and a duty of pleasure to create a home permeated with loyal companionship and motherly attributes around which cherished memories will linger for family and friends.

Funeral services were held at 2 o'clock Monday afternoon at Walker Funeral home conducted by the Rev W. Frank Lister. Pallbearers were Frank Millhone, Raymond Rush, Russell Lines, Ralph Livingston, Glen Gates, and Lorance Hughes. Music was furnished by Mrs L.M. Ritchison, Mrs Arlo Hawley, Mary Martha Peterman at piano. Burial was in Memory cemetery. CLARINDA HERALD JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Nov 3, 1938

John Henry Willison to Bessie Hollengrain, Feb 12, 1885 Warren County, Illinois marriage

Willison, John Henry - John Henry Willison was born in Fulton county, Ill, near Lewiston, on February 28, 1862, and died at Clarinda, Iowa, April 9, 1940, at the age of 78 years, one month and eleven days. His parents, Mr and Mrs William Henry Willison both died when Henry was just a young child. He grew to manhood in the vicinity where he was born, and on February 12, 1885, was united in marriage to Miss Bessie Hollengren. To this union five children were born, a baby boy dying in infancy.

When Mr Willison was a young man he was converted and united with the Methodist church in his community. He was a quiet retiring man and did not take up active service in the church or community activities like some men, but lived so that his children revere his memory as an honorable, honest man.

When about 39 years of age Mr Willison and wife and children came to Iowa and settled east of Clarinda. The last 48 years of his life were spent in Page county. He engaged in farming until about 6 years ago when he moved to Shambaugh on a ten acre plot where he continued his life interest in a modified way until ill health the last year and a half made him unable to oversee or care for the home acreage.

Mrs Willison died very suddenly about a year and a half ago. For more than 55 years they lived and loved as happy parents with their family, and finished their earthly career with but little separation.

Four children revere the memory of both father and mother. They are Mrs Roy Davison of Shambaugh, Dilver Willison of Bond, Miss, Omer Willison and Mrs Byard Hook, both of Clarinda. There are 8 grandchildren, two brothers and one sister besides other relatives and friends who now hold pleasant memories of other days of fellowship. The brothers are, Jasper Willison of Council Bluffs, Iowa, and Charles Willison of Lewiston, Ill. The sister is Miss Clara Willison of Clarinda.

Funeral services were conducted by the Rev W. Frank Lister, pastor of the Methodist church in Clarinda, in the Walker Funeral Home at 2:30 on Friday, April 12. Interment was made in the family lot in Memory cemetery near New Market.

Friends were many who honored the veteran of this community. Music was furnished by Mrs Susanne Humphrey and Horace Richardson. Casket bearers were Raymond Rush, George Mathis, Russell Lines, Lonnie Thomas, Glen Gates and Ralph Livingston. CLARINDA HERALD JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Apr 18, 1940