Page County, Iowa obituaries
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Humphreus, Robert -

November 7—The body   of   Robert Humphreus was brought here Tuesday morning from Haywarden, la., for funeral services and burial.  The funeral was held from the Methodist Episcopal church at 2:30 o'clock Tuesday afternoon conducted by Rev. W. S. Rink. The services at the grave which were at Snow Hill, were conducted by the I. O. O. F. brothers, who attended in a body.  He was the son of Mr. and Mrs. Seth Humphreus, who reside between Coin and College Springs.   His death was due from a railroad accident not long ago.   He leaves a wife and one son, 9 years old. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Nov 9, 1916

The body of Robert Humphreus, who died Sunday, Nov. 5, 1916, at Hawarden, this state, as the result of a railroad accident, was brought to Coin, Tuesday. Funeral services were held from the Methodist Episcopal church in Coin, Tuesday afternoon. The deceased is survived by his wife, a son, Ferrill, by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Seth Humphreus, who live near Coin, and by a number of other relatives in
Page and Taylor counties. CLARINDA JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Nov 9, 1916

 

Humphrey, Clyde Logan -

The funeral services of Clyde Logan Humphrey, a member of the Covenenter church, of Harlan township, were held on. Tuesday afternoon of last week, at 2 p. m., at the church. Preceding this a short service was held at his father's home in the south part of town.
The deceased was a son of Mr. Thos. Humphrey, of this place. He had been in the west for sometime on account of his health. He did not take seriously sick, however, till about a week before his death, which occurred at Billings, Mont., on November 5.
When it was seen that he would not survive long, his father was sent for, and arrived some hours before his death. He leaves his parents along with three brothers and three sisters to mourn his death. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Nov 17, 1910  

Clyde Humphrey, son of Mr. and Mrs. Thos. Humphrey, died last Thursday at Billings, Mont., from consumption. He had been out there some time for his health but failed to get relief. The remains were brought to this city Monday for interment. He was about 22 years of age. PAGE COUNTY DEMOCRAT, Clarinda, Iowa, Nov 10, 1910

 

 

 

 

Humphrey, E.L.'s FATHER -

Mr. E. L. Humphrey of this city received a telegram Saturday morning bearing the news of the death of his father early that morning at his home in Rochelle, Tex. Paralysis was the cause of death which had been expected for some time. Mr. Humphrey did not attend his father's funeral, in as much as he had visited him but recently. PAGE COUNTY DEMOCRAT, Clarinda, Iowa, Nov 16, 1916


Humphrey, Frank Pearl -

      Frank Pearl Humphrey
At the Kennelworth hospital, just after the clock struck the noon hour last Wednesday noon, one of our older Page County residents passed to his reward, the cause of death being Bright's disease.   Frank Pearl Humphrey was 56 years of age, being born March 10th 1858, at Prairie City, III. When yet a young man he came with his parents to Shenandoah, and has been a Page county resident ever since, having spent sometime running the mill at Shambaugh, and at time of his last sickness was the miller at Coin, which has been the family home the past eleven years. In the fall of 1891 he was married at Shambaugh to Birdella Hay, who preceeded him to the better land, in 1903. Two children survive, Paul, a boy of twelve, and Miss Ruth who for two years past has taught the Davis school near Shambaugh and will teach there again next year. Deceased leaves a brother and two sisters, Oss E. Humphrey of Portland Oregon, Mrs. Ella Fisk of Cincinnati, O., and Mrs. Sam Kelley and Mrs. John Harper of Clarinda.
The funeral occurred this week Thursday afternoon, from the Methodist church at Shambaugh, conducted by his former pastor, Rev. Ed. Pruitt, from Colfax, assisted by Rev. Nayle of Shambaugh and Rev. Miller from Coin. The Odd Fellows from Coin, Clarinda and Shenandoah were also present, and took part in the services, Mr. Humphrey being an honored member of the Coin Lodge. Interment was in the Butler cemetery at Shambaugh, where lies his wife and also one child who died in infancy. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Sep 3, 1914

 

Humphrey, George "Brainard" -

Geo. Humphrey died this morning at his home in northeast Clarinda from an abcess on the liver, following a long siege of pneumonia. He had been a great sufferer. The funeral will be held at 2 p. m. tomorrow from the Baptist church by Rev. C. Cox. PAGE COUNTY DEMOCRAT, Clarinda, Iowa, May 29, 1913

Brainard Humphrey.
George Brainerd Humphrey was born at Tipton, la., April 5, 1867, and died at Clarinda, la., May 29, 1913. He was the oldest child in the family of four children. He attended the Tipton public schools until he was fifteen years of age, at which time he entered the printing office to learn the printers' trade. He continued work with the "Conservative" for a number of years. After leaving this office he played the clarinet in a professional band. His work with this band gave him an opportunity to travel and meet many kinds of people. He came to Clarinda eight years ago and began working at the Herald office at that time and worked through the fall and winter at that office, while during the summer months he traveled with the band. For a time he worked at the Democrat office, in this place. About two years ago he began working at the Clarinda Lawn Mower factory. About seventeen years ago his father died, and from that time until he was married to Mrs. Emma Hayes, he lived with his mother, Mrs. Julia Humphrey, who lives in Clarinda. Mr. Humphrey made a profession of religion at 18 years of age, at which time he united with the Methodist Episcopal church at Tipton. He did not make a show of his religion; he hated shams and despised hypocrisies. A little over a year ago he was baptized into the fellowship of the Baptist church at this place. On March 26 he was taken ill with congestion of the lungs, which developed into pneumonia. After a long siege of illness he was able to be up and around. A short time before his death he was compelled to take his bed again, and an examination showed that he had an abscess on the liver, which was the cause of his death. He said from the first that he would never get well. While everything was done for his comfort, and his family and friends hoped for a speedy recovery he seemed to know that the end was approaching. He was not afraid to die, and while the disease was slowly doing its deadly work he manifested the power of the redeemed life to endure and wait patiently. The end came Thursday morning, May 29, at 6 o'clock. The funeral services were held at the First Baptist church, Friday afternoon, May 30, at 3 o'clock. A large host of relatives and friends were in attendance. The body was laid to rest in the Clarinda cemetery. He leaves to mourn their loss, a mother, wife and three brothers. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Jun 12, 1913

His many friends will be grieved to learn of the death this morning about six o'clock of Geo. P. Humphrey. Mr. Humphrey had been sick for many weeks, having first had congestion of the lungs and pneumonia, but was better. Later he became worse and to those watching, the end was not unexpected. It is thought that an abscess on the liver was the immediate cause.
Mr. Humphrey, who was 46 years 1 month and 24 days old, leaves his wife and stepdaughter, Joyce Hayes, his mother, Julia Humphrey, and three brothers, one of whom, Charles, is here from Tipton, Iowa. The funeral services will be held tomorrow afternoon at three o'clock, from the First Baptist church, conducted by the pastor, Rev. Clifford Cox. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, May 29, 1913

 

Humphrey, Julia A. Wirick -

Julia A. Wirick was born in Richland Co., Ohio, March 2, 1845, and died at her home in Clarinda, Iowa, June 7, 1920. She left the home of her birth with her parents when but a small girl and moved to Cedar Co., Iowa, near the town of Tipton, where she grew to womanhood, married and reared her family. She was the first graduate of a union school west of the Mississippi river, or in other words the public school system of Iowa. She married a returned soldier of the Civil War, Silas P. Humphrey, at the close of the war, and to this union were born five children, three of whom remain. The living children are Charles C. of Cedar Rapids, Harry of Tipton and Clyde of Clarinda who has always made his home with his mother.
She was patriotic,  in its largest sense, and knew something of the sacrifices of war. Being a daughter of a soldier, the wife of a soldier, and the mother of a soldier, she entered heartily into the work of the W. R. C, of which order she was an honored member. She came to Clarinda about fifteen years ago and has made her home with her son Clyde continuously ever since, until the time of her death.
When but sixteen years of age, she was converted and joined the Methodist Episcopal church, which church she always loved and honored. Her last illness was not of long duration, but through it she bore a spirit of resignation and faith that becometh a Christian mother.

The funeral services were held from the undertaking parlors of C. H. Oates on Tuesday afternoon at 2:30. Rev. James M. Williams of the Methodist Episcopal church officiating, and the ladies of the W. R. C. assisting, with their beautiful ritual. Entrainment was made at 5:20 P. M. for Tipton, Iowa, where interment will be made. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Jun 10, 1920 and CLARINDA JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Jun 10, 1920

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Humfrey, Miranda Kennedy -

Mrs. Milton Humfrey.
Miranda Kennedy was born at Groveland, Ill., July 2, 1842, and passed away from her home on East Main street, Clarinda, Iowa, Nov. 30, 1921. Her age at her death was 79 years 5 months and 28 days. Her death followed a period of enfeebled health, yet came as a surprise to her friends.
In 1864 she was united in marriage to Milton Humfrey, who survives her. In 1883 Mr. and Mrs. Humfrey came to Clarinda where they made their home until about twenty years, ago when they removed to the state of Nebraska. For some time they made their home at the Soldiers' Home at Burkett, Nebr., but last April returned to Clarinda, living on East Main street, until her death.
Four daughters have been born to this union, all of whom are living, this being the first death in the family ranks. The daughters are Mrs. M. E. Covert of Clarinda, Mrs. George Newton of Beatrice, Nebr.; Mrs. W. M. McLean of Guide Rock, Nebr., and Mrs. Harry Kruger of Chicago, Ill.
A number of years ago Mrs. Humfrey became a member of the First Methodist Episcopal church of this city, retaining her membership   until removed by death. The sympathy of the entire community goes out to her veteran husband in his age and infirmity, and to the daughters who have lost a good mother. She was kind and loving, and will be missed.
The funeral services were held on Friday afternoon at 2:30 from the Harmon Funeral home, Rev. J. M. Williams of the Clarinda Methodist Episcopal church officiating. Mrs. J. G. Scroggs sang, accompanied by Miss Eula Keeran. Interment was at the Clarinda cemetery.
The pall bearers were members of Warren post, No. 11, G. A. R.: George F. Fisher, D. C. Reynolds, William Beam, M. V, Reed, Thomas Herriford and Oscar Patton. CLARINDA JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Dec 8, 1921


Marinda Kennedy was born at Groveland, Ills., July 2nd. 1842 and passed away at her home on East Main St. Clarinda, Iowa. Nov. 30, 1921. Her age at her death was 79 years, five months and 28 days. Her death followed a period of enfeebled health, yet came as a surprise to her friends.
In 1864 she was united in marriage to Milton Humfrey, who survives her. In 1883 Mr. and Mrs. Humfrey came to Clarinda where they made their home until about twenty years ago when they removed to the state of Nebraska. For some time they have made their home at the Soldiers Home at Burkett, Nebr. but on last April they returned to Clarinda, living on East Main St. until her death on last Wednesday.
Four daughters have been born to this union all of whom are living, this being the first death in the family ranks. The daughters are, Mrs. M. E. Covert of Clarinda; Mrs. Geo. Newton, of Beatrice, Nebr.; Mrs. W. M. McLean of Guide Rock, Nebr.; and Mrs. Harry Kruger of Chicago, Ills. A number of years ago Mrs. Humfrey became a member of the First Methodist Episcopal Church of this city, retaining her membership until removed by death. The sympathy of the entire community goes out to her veteran husband in his age and infirmity, and to the daughters who have lost a good mother. She was kind and loving and will be missed.
The funeral services were held Friday afternoon at 2:30 from the Harmon Funeral Chapel, Rev. J. M. Williams of the Clarinda Methodist Episcopal Church officiating. Mrs. Ona Scroggs sang, accompanied by Miss Eula Keeran. Interment was at the Clarinda Cemetery. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Dec 8, 1921

Mrs. Miranda Humfrey.
Mrs. Miranda Humfrey, wife of Milton Humfrey, died at her home on East Main street yesterday morning. She was found in bed and life was extinct, though she had been talking to some of the family that morning. The remains were remvoed to the Harmon Undertaking parlors where the funeral will be held tomorrow afternoon at 2:30, conducted by Rev. J. M. Williams.
Burial will be in Clarinda cemetery. Mrs. Humfrey was the mother of Mrs. M. E. Covert, matron of the Page county rest room, and the sister of Mrs. John Humfrey. John Humfrey is a brother of Milton Humfrey.CLARINDA JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Dec 1, 1921


Death of Mrs. Humphrey

Mrs. Milton Humphrey died Tuesday night at her home on E. Main Street, next to the Clark restaurant, on 9 th Street. She has been quite poorly for some time. Her daughter from Beatrice, Nebr,, has been visiting here, and thought best not to call her mother when breakfast time came, thinking she was sleeping. It was her last sleep, it was found later the good woman having passed away during the night.
The body was taken to Harmon's Funeral Home, from which place the funeral is to be held this Friday afternoon, at 2:30.
Besides her husband, Mrs. Humphrey leaves one daughter here, Mrs. M. E. Covert, besides a daughter in Beatrice and one in Chicago. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Dec 1, 1921

 

Humphrey, Martha B. McCrory Stoops-

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Martha B. McCrory, born in County Antrim, Ireland, March 30 1844. Died March 24, 1921. Came to the United States with her parents in 1857. Settled in Philadelphia, Pa., for a short time. Moved from there to Albany, Mo., where they lived for two years after which they moved to Page County, Iowa.
Martha B. McCrory was married to Wilson Stoops January 8, 1863.
To this union were born seven children, six girls and one boy, five of whom survive. She was preceeded
in death by an infant daughter, and by her husband, Wilson Stoops, who died January 20, 1885, and by a
daughter, Mary B. McCalla, who died November 13, 1902. The five children who survive are: Mrs. Margaret Gee, of Lawrence, Kansas; Mrs. Jennie Eberly, Mrs. Mattie McCalla, Mrs. Josie McKeown and Mr. Will Stoops, all of Clarinda.
She is also survived by three sisters and two brothers. She was again married in October 1896 to Thomas
Humphrey who survives to mourn her loss. She was a lifelong member of the Covenanter Church. Funeral services held at two o'clock Saturday afternoon in Covenanter Church conducted by M. S. McMillan. Interment in Covenanter Cemetry. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Mar 31, 1921


Mrs. Thomas Humphreys. Martha B. McCrory was born in County Antrim, Ireland, March 30, 1844; died March 24, 1921. She came to the United States with parents in 1857. Settled in Philadelphia, Pa., for a short time; moved from there to Albany, Mo., where they lived for two years after which they moved to Page county, Iowa. Martha B. McCrory was married to Wilson Stoops Jan. 8, 1863. To this union were born seven children, six girls and one boy, five of whom survive. She was preceded in death by an infant daughter, and by her husband, Wilson Stoops, who died Jan. 20, 1885, and by a daughter, Mary B. McCalla, who died Nov. 13, 1902. The five children who survive are Mrs. Margaret Gee of Lawrence, Kans.; Mrs. Jennie Eberly, Mrs. Mattie McCalla, Mrs. Josie McKeown, and W. J. Stoops, all of Clarinda. She is also survived by three sisters and two brothers. She was again married, in October, 1896, to Thomas Humphreys who survives to mourn his loss. She was a lifelong member of the Covenanter church. Funeral services were held at 2 o'clock Saturday afternoon in the Covenanter church, conducted by Rev. M. S. McMillan. Interment was in the Covenanter cemetery. CLARINDA JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Mar 31, 1921


Humphrey, William - William Humphrey, father of E. L. Humphrey of this city, died at his home at Rochelle, Tex., Saturday, Nov. 11, 1916. He was 73 years of age and had been ill for some time. E. L. Humphrey had been to Texas to see his father during September. CLARINDA JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Nov 16, 1916

 

Hunnewell, David -

David Hunnewell died at the poor farm Saturday and was buried Sunday. For five years he had been bedfast from rheumatism and a great charge for Mr. and Mrs. Fulton. He was an old settler here and a peculiar character, having followed trapping and hunting for many years in the early days and endured all tbe hardships attendant upon such a life and the existence of a recluse. PAGE COUNTY DEMOCRAT, Clarinda, Iowa, Dec 21, 1905

 

Hunt, Albert Victor -

Albert Victor Hunt, born Jan. 6, 1859 in Onarga, Illinois,died Jan. 13, 1918, in Miama, Florida, aged 59 years and 7 days.   He was the oldest of 6 children two of whom survive him, i. e. Mrs. C. E. Lewis of Burr Oak, Kansas, and Geo. E. Clayton of this city.   He was married, July 13, 1881 to Agnes Aiton to whom three children were born.   One who passed away in infancy, the others, Mrs. Bruce Cramer and Mrs. E. R. Harrison of this city who are well known. Mr. Hunt is well remembered by local people and also in Taylor county, having been in the mercantile business here many years until he lost his health and had to retire from active business.
He was an active member of the Methodist Episcopal church, having served on the official board and was chairman of the building committee of the present structure. He was a 32d degree Mason and belonged to the Knights of Pythias for many years. He was taken with an attack of pleurisy, Sunday Jan. 6 and was bedfast from that time until his death one week later. PAGE COUNTY DEMOCRAT, Clarinda, Iowa, Jan 24, 1918

Word was received Monday morning of the death of Mr. A. V. Hunt, a resident of Clarinda, at his winter home at Miami, Florida, where he was residing on account of ill health. Mrs. Hunt was with him at the time, and is now bringing the remains to Clarinda for burial. She is expected to arrive Thursday evening, and funeral arrangements are postponed until later. Deceased is the father of Mrs. Bruce Cramer and Mrs. E R. Harrison and is well known and respected by Clarinda people, who were very much saddened by his sudden death, and they extend their heartfelt sympathy to the bereaved ones. PAGE COUNTY DEMOCRAT, Clarinda, Iowa, Jan 17, 1918

Funeral of A. V. Hunt
Funeral services for the late A. V. Hunt, whose death at Miami, Fla., was reported in The Journal of last week, was held at the home of Dr. and Mrs. E. R. Harrison in this city last Saturday at 11 a.m. followed by interment in Birchwood cemetery. The funeral was conducted by Rev. M. M. Cable, pastor of the Methodist Episcopal church, of which Mr. Hunt was a most highly valued member and officer. He was especially prized as a member of the official board of that church. Mr. Cable in his remarks paid a beautiful
tribute to the Christian character of the deceased. The singers were C. E. Bradley, Claude Annan, Mrs. Myrtle B. Nies and Mrs. J. G. Scroggs. The pallbearers were J. T. Harrell, T. A. Wilson, J. Q. Douthit, Earl Peters, L. N. Cleveland and Max Kaufman. Mrs. Hunt, the widow, and brother-in-law, George E. Clayton, arrived in Clarinda with the remains last Friday afternoon. Others who came from out of
town for the funeral were Mrs. C. E. Lewis of Burr Oak, Kan, sister of the deceased; Mr and Mrs. R. A. Mason and Don Mason of New Market; Mr. and Mrs. Kirk Hall, Mrs. Jennie Dresher, Mr. and Mrs. William Meikle and son, William; Mr. and Mrs. James Aiton, Mr. and Mrs. Arch Aiton and Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Goodspeed of Bedford. The floral tributes were many and beautiful. Mr. Cable read the following obituary at the funeral Albert Victor Hunt was born Jan. 6, 1859, in Onarga, Ill., died Jan. 13, 1918,
in Miami, Fla., age 59 years and 7 days. He was the oldest of six children, two of whom survive him: Mrs. C. E. Lewis of Burr Oak, Kan., and: George E. Clayton of this city. He was married July 13, 1881, to Agnes Aiton, to whom three children were born, one who passed away in infancy; the others. Mrs. Bruce Cramer and Mrs. E. R. Harrison of this city, whom you all know. He is well known here and in Taylor county, having been in the mercantile business many years until the last few years, when he had to retire from active business on account of his health. He was an active member of the Methodist Episcopal church, having served on the official board and was chairman of the building committee of the present structure. He was a thirty-second degree Masdn and belonged to the Knights of Pythias for many years. He was taken with an attack of pleurisy, Sunday. Jan. 6, and was bedfast from that time until his death— just one week." CLARINDA JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Jan 24, 1918

A. V. Hunt, one of Clarinda's well known residents, died Sunday morning at Miami, Fla., where he had gone with Mrs. Hunt to spend the winter. He has been in poor health for several years. Mr. Hunt is survived by Mrs. Hunt and by two daughters, Mrs. E. R. Harrison and Mrs. H. Bruce Crammer.
The body is expected in Clarinda tonight from Chicago, after which arrangements will be made for the funeral, but no definite announcement can be made as to the funeral on account of the uncertainty as to train connections.
Obituary notice as to the life of the late Mr. Hunt will be given next week. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Jan 17, 1918

Funeral services for the late Alfred Victor Hunt were held Saturday morning at 11 o'clock from the home of his daughter, Mrs. E. R. Harrison, on North Fifteenth street. The services were conducted by the Rev. M. M. Cable, pastor of the Methodist Episcopal church, assisted by the Rev. A. S. Woodard of Shenandoah, former pastor of that church. Music was furnished by a mixed quartet composed of Mrs. J. G. Scroggs, Mrs. Myrtle Nies, Claude Annan and Ellis Bradley.
Albert Victor Hunt was born Jan. 6, 1859, in Onarga, Ill., and died Jan.13, 1918, at Miami, Fla., at the age of 59 years and 7 days. He was the oldest of six children of whom two survive him, Mrs. C. E. Lewis of Burr Oak, Kans., and George E. Clayton of Clarinda. He was married to Agnes Aiton on July 13, 1881. Three children were born to this union, one of whom, passed away in infancy. The others are Mrs. Bruce Cramer and Mrs. E. R. Harrison of Clarinda.
The late Mr. Hunt is well known in Page and Taylor counties, having been in the mercantile business in Clarinda until a few years ago, when failing health compelled him to give it up. The firm of Hunt & Clayton, of which he was the senior party, was one of the best business firms of the city for some years.
The late Mr. Hunt was an active member of the Methodist Episcopal church, having served on the official board, and was chairman of the building committee for the present structure as remodeled. He was a thirty-second degree Mason and belonged to the Knights of Pythias for years.
Altho he had been failing for some time his last serious illness began on Sunday, Jan. 6 when he was taken with an attack of pleurisy, and was bedfast from that time until death, just one week afterward.
The late Mr. Hunt was a highly respected man in the community and many friends regret his death and extend sympathy to the family.
Out of town relatives at the funeral were Mr. Hunt's sister, Mrs. C. E. Lewis; his brother, George E. Clayton, who accompanied the body to Clarinda, Mr. and Mrs. Kirk Hall, Mrs Jennie Dreshler, Mr. and Mrs. Arch Aiton, Mr. and Mrs. James Aiton, Mrs. Arthur Goodspeed and Mr. and Mrs. William Mickle and son, William, of Bedford, and Mr. and Mrs. R. A. Mason and son, Don, of New Market. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Jan 24, 1918

Albert V. Hunt. Information was received in this city by telegraph, Monday morning, from George E. Clayton, at Miami, Fla., stating that Albert V. Hunt had died the day before at that place. The remains are on the way to Clarinda and are expected to reach here tonight for the funeral and burial. The widow, Mrs. Hunt, and Mr. Hunt's half-brother, George E. Clayton, are coming with the remains. Mr. and Mrs. Hunt left their home here the 5th of December, last, for Miami, to spend the winter. Mr. Hunt had not been in good health for a long time, and while his death was not entirely unexpected many hearts were saddened and grieved by th news of his demise. He formerly was in the Mercantile business here with Mr. Clayton.  Mr. Hunt was a thoroughly successful business man, and straight honorable in his transactions. He was a member of the Methodist Episcopal church, of the Masonic bodies in Clarinda, and while his health was good very active in numerous public movements. Among his surviving relatives are his two daughters, Mrs. E. R. Harrison and Mrs. Bruce Cramer of this city. Funeral arrangements await the arrival of the remains. CLARINDA JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Jan 17, 1918

 


Hunt, Cave J. -

From the Holt County Sentinel, published at Oregon, Mo., we learn of the death of Cave J. Hunt, known to a few Clarinda people, as he spent the most of his life in northwestern Missouri, and back in 1887 to '89 was mailclerk on the train from Clarinda to Corning. In 1880 he was married to Miss Ora Ribble, who survives him, as do three daughters and one son. Mr. Hunt died in St. Luke's Hospital in Kansas City. Upon giving up his run from Clarinda to Corning, in 1890 Mr. Hunt entered the employ of a bank in Forest City, Mo., going from there to assume the cashiership of the Citizens bank of Oregon City, which position he held for twenty six years, ending with death. The funeral was held in Oregon, at the family home, the Methodist and Presbyterian pastors each taking part in the services, and the services at the grave were in charge of his masonic brethren, all of the business houses of the town closing that afternoon in honor of the deceased. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, May 4, 1916

 

Hunt, S.A., Mrs - Mrs S. A. Hunt, who was well known to many of the older residents of Clarinda and vicinity, passed away at her home in Chicago, Aug. 27, 1921. The funeral was held in Chicago the following Monday. Mrs. Hunt was the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. F. M. Clark. She was the aunt of Mrs. P. W. Owen and H. B. Davidson of Clarinda. Mr. Hunt is now a chiropractor and also an authority on naprapathy in Chicago. The immediate cause of Mrs Hunt's death was heart trouble. CLARINDA JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Sep 8, 1921

 

Hunter, Bertha Evarine. Bertha Evarine Hunter, youngest daughter of James and Eda Hunter, was born Oct. 25, 1911, and departed this life early Nov. 30, 1920, being 9 years 1 month and 5 days of age. Her sickness was of but a few days. She made a brave and patient fight but her strength was not sufficient to baffle the disease that attacked her—an inward abscess on the tonsil. Bertha was a dear little girl, loved by all who knew her. She was especially bright in her school work, and a beautiful little singer, which with her pleasant disposition, made her a favorite with all her teachers and schoolmates. The bright light of her life had radiated into the hearts of her loved ones and the tendrils of love were bound so that it appeared too dear to break, but Jesus said, "Bertha, come, you are my jewel. Leave this vain old world, so cruel. To suffering and sorrow say farewell, and in my kingdom ever dwell."
Bertha leaves to mourn her untimely death a loving father, mother, four sisters, Elsie, Myrtle, Blanche and
Grace; three brothers, Ross, Cecil and Marcus; two grandparents, and a host of relatives and friends. The family have the sympathy of the entire community in their sad loss and may they Me comforted in the thought that "He doeth all things well." CLARINDA JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Dec 23, 1920 [D3 scrapbook page]

Bertha E. Hunter.
Bertha E. Hunter, the 9 year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. C. Hunter of Nebraska township, died Tuesday morning of quinsy. The funeral was to be held this morning at 11 o'clock from the Hawleyville church and burial was to be in the Hawleyville cemetery. CLARINDA JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Dec 2, 1920


Bertha Everine Hunter
Bertha Everine Hunter, youngest daughter of James and Eda Hunter, was bom October 25, 1911 and departed this life early November 30, 1920 being nine years, one month and five days of age. Her sickness was of but a few days. She made a brave and patient fight but her strength was not sufficient to baffle the malady of the disease which was an inward abscess on the tonsils.
Bertha was a dear little girl, loved by all who knew her.   She was especially bright in her school work and a beautiful little singer and with her pleasant disposition, made her a favorite with all her teachers and school mates.    The bright light of her life had radiated into the hearts of her loved ones and the tendnlls of ' love were bound so that it appeared too dear to break., but Jesus said, "Bertha, come, you are  my  jewel.; Leave this vain old world so cruel, To suffering and sorrow say farewell, and in    my    kingdom ever dwell."
Bertha leaves to mourn her untimely death a loving father, mother, four sisters, Elsie, Myrtle, Blanche
and Grace; three brothers, Ross, Cecil and Marcus, two grandparents, and a host of relatives and friends. The family have the sympathy of the entire community in their sad loss and may they be comforted in the thought that, "He doeth all things well." CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Dec 9, 1920

 

Hunter, Eliza B. Douglas -

Eliza B. Douglas was born July 23, 1827, in Campbell county, Tennessee, and departed this life on March 10, 1912, aged 84 years, 7 mouths amd 12 days. She was married to Green C. Hunter, February 13, 1851, who preceded her to the better world eighteen years ago next month. She was converted at a camp meeting held at Big Creek, Tennessee, in the year 1842; was baptized and united with the M. E. church at the age of 15 years and lived a devoted Christian life until her death. Eight children were born to this union, two sons and six daughters, one of whom died in infancy, namely: Wm. Hunter, of Omaha, Nebr.; Mrs. Swallow, of Nodaway, la.; Mrs. Gray, of Columbia City, Ind.; Mrs. Etta Tucker, of Burlington Junction, Mo., and Mrs. Geo. Hollis and J. C. Hunter, at whose home she died. Funeral services were conducted by Rev. Willis Wells and burial at Hawleyville.
Two daughters and one son were at her bedside during her last hours and all were present at the funeral. One daughter, Rhoda Hatfield, preceded her to the heavenly home on Jan. 11, 1890. She has twenty-four grandchildren and twenty great grandchildren.
While we mourn her death, we know that that which is our loss is her gain, for during her last illness she repeatedly expressed her desire to go to her heavenly home, where there is no sorrow or death. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Mar 21, 1912

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Hunter, Jess Edward. -

Jess E. Hunter was born September 16th, 1898, and died Oct. 29th aged 20 years, 1 month, and 15 days. The cause of his death was due to influenza which has recently claimed so many victims. Burial will take place at Oak Grove cemetery Thurs. afternoon at 2 o'clock conducted by Rev. David S. Curry. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Oct 31, 1918

Jesse Edward Hunter
The  following   obituary  has been furnished The "Journal:   "Jesse Edward Hunter, son of Mr. and Mrs. J. F. Hunter, was born Sept. 14, 189S, at Carbon, Iowa, and died at Clarinda,   Iowa,   Oct. 29, 1918,  after a short illness, age 20 years, 1 month 13 days.      He    moved    with his parents to Clarinda nine years ago and has    since    resided    here. He leaves a mother, one sister, and other father preceded him to the great beyond six years ago.    Jesse   was a good boy and had many friends who will  regret   his    departure. Interment was in the Oak Grove cemetery.   The  surviving    sister is Mrs. John Ridenour of Red Oak." CLARINDA JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Nov 7, 1918

 


 

Hunter, Jesse Frank - Jesse F. Hunter a laborer on the railroad section died suddenly early Friday morning at his home in East Clarinda from a stroke of paralysis. He had worked the day before and made no complaint on retiring at night The remains were taken to Quincy, Iowa, Sunday for burial. He was 57 years old and leaves a wife and several children. PAGE COUNTY DEMOCRAT, Clarinda, Iowa, Jun 20, 1912

Jesse Frank Hunter, who was employed on the section working out from this city, died at his home in the east part of town, last Friday night, after a short illness of but forty minutes, the cause of death being a paraletic stroke. He is survived by a wife and two children. The deceased, who was aged 57 years, 6 months and 5 days, was taken to Carbon, lowa, and buried in the Quincy cemetery. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Jun 20, 1912

 

Hunter, Perry E. -

Perry E. Hunter died Tuesday, Oct. 29, at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Hulbert on E. Logan, from Spanish Influenza followed by pneumonia. The funeral will consist of a service at the grave, to be held today. Deceased was aged 20 years, 1 month and 13 days, having been born Sept. 16, 1898. PAGE COUNTY DEMOCRAT, Clarinda, Iowa, Oct 31, 1918

 

Hunter, William -

William Hunter, a former Page county resident, died in Omaha, and the remains were laid to rest in the Hawleyville cemetery Tuesday, where short services were conducted by Rev. James A. Burns, pastor of the Christian church of this city. The late Mr. Hunter was 67 years of age. CLARINDA JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Sep 1, 1921

 

Huntsman, Bates -

Another Old Resident Passes Off The Stage

One by one the participants in the famous "Bedford murder trial" of four years ago are passing off the scene of action. Bates Huntsman is the latest to go, having died in his home near Bedford a week ago Sunday, and was buried the following day in the cemetery near Siam near the scene of the exciting events which the trial brought out, and near where Mr. Huntsman spent many days digging for the $90,000 of hidden treasure supposed to lie buried there. Scrivner has died since the trial. The two Damewood men are still left, one of whom was but a small boy at the time the supposed events took place, one of them being the boy who "held the oxen", while the murder was (or wasn't) committed. Huntsman's cabin in which he lived near Siam was one of the historic spots brought out by the famous trial, in which Attorney Gen. Havner met his Waterloo, finding he had started something he couldn't finish, in July, 1915, when he tried to prove that a "murder" had been committed during the days following the Civil War. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Mar 25, 1920