Page County, Iowa obituaries
transcribed by Pat O'Dell genpat@netins.net
 

Thompson, A.L.P., Mrs

Mrs. A. L. P. Thompson, mother of Mrs. Henry Field of Shenandoah, died in Peetz, Colo., Thursday, July 17, 1919, of apoplexy, at the age of 58 years. She was in apparent good health up to the time of her fatal illness which came only a few hours before her death. Her remains were taken to Nemaha, Nebr., for burial. She is survived by her husband, one other daughter than Mrs. Field, and by seven sons. CLARINDA JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Jul 24, 1919

 

Thompson, Albert, Mrs

Mrs. Albert Thompson died last night at the Kennelworth hospital, where she had been receiving treatment a week or more for ptomaine poison. She had been afflicted since last fall. PAGE COUNTY DEMOCRAT, Clarinda, Iowa, Jan 7, 1915

 

Thompson, Albert's INFANT - The infant child of Mr. and Mrs. Albert Thompson died last night of cholera infantum. PAGE COUNTY DEMOCRAT, Clarinda, Iowa, Oct 1, 1914

 

 

 

 

Thompson, Bertha

The oldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Albert Thompson died last Saturday at the home in the east part of the city. Miss Bertha was seven years of age and the cause of her death was a complication of measles and pneumonia. Funeral services were held yesterday at the home and interment was made in the Clarinda cemetery. The many friends of the bereaved father and mother have their heartfelt sympathy. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Mar 3, 1903

Miss Bertha, the seven year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Albert Thompson, died Saturday evening. She was first attacked with the measles but lung fever soon followed and medical aid was powerless to save her life. The funeral took place Sunday. The family have the sympathy of all. PAGE COUNTY DEMOCRAT, Clarinda, Iowa, Mar 5, 1903

 

Thompson, Brainerd

Bedford   Times-Republican: After suffering long and patiently the effects of a crippled body, Brainerd Thompson, the victim of an automobile accident early in July, which caused paralysis, and suffered an injured back, passed quietly away   on Thursday, Jan. 4.  The funeral was held from the Baptist church on   Saturday afternoon.   Rev. C. C. Hatcher conducted the services, and interment was in the Fairview cemetery.   Brainerd Thompson was born at Greenville, Tenn., Aug. 17, 1894, and closed his journey to the beyond, Thursday, Jan. 4. At the age of nine years he came with his parents to Clarinda, la., where they made their home for seven years. At that time they came to Bedford and made their home west of town, where the deceased spent the remaining days of his life and yielded to the summons to come up higher.  He was the fourth of a family of five children born to Enos and Mary Thompson, and the first to leave the family circle. He leaves to mourn their loss a father, mother, three sisters, Roe, Hattie and Ruth, one brother, James, and other near relatives, and   many friends.. Faithful and loving hands loved and coaxed while he fought as a good soldier.   Just six months ago today, July 6, the brave hearted manly Brainerd Thompson started on his long tramp to the grave.   He gave his heart and life back in full surrender to his Lord last March, and was baptised into the fellowship of the First Baptist church of Bedford,  la.    Brainerd remained true and loyal to the end.   He told his mother, "It it is the Lord's will that I , be a cripple all my days, I am willing to submit, and if I never get up again I know God has made no .mistake." Not long before he ceased to communicate with friends and loved ones, his pastor had a long talk with him, when he said he was not afraid to die and he felt Jesus' presence with him , and was sure he would not forsake him when he came to the waters. Blessed be our God and father of our Jesus Christ, who giveth us the victory.   We hope to see him bye and bye, then we'll know and understand. CLARINDA JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Feb 1, 1917

 

Thompson, Carl

NEARLY FROZEN TO DEATH.

Patient From Clarinda State Hospital Walks to Near Villisca, is Badly Frozen Dies From Exposure.

The death of Mr. Carl Thompson, a patient at the Clarinda state hospital, occurred Saturday morning at that institution, the remains being shipped home to near Des Moines. Mr. Thompson escaped from the institution on Sunday before last. He had been a trusty, and his disappearance alarmed no one at first. Monday morning a telephone call from Villisca told of a man found on the O. N. Robe farm east of Villisca, one of the Robe boys having seen him in a haystack when he went out for the stock. The weather was bitter cold, and the man being insufficiently clothed for outdoor exposure had both hands and feet frozen, also his nose and chin, being unable to walk when discovered, and being also thirsty and hungry. The Villisca and East township authorities being summoned, it was suspected that he had come from the Clarinda Asylum, who were notified, and Superintendent Bell with the Willowdale night watch Hiatt came up after him, returning him to the hospital for treatment. The vitality of the man was not sufficient to permit of his being cured, after the exposure he had been subjected to by the inclement weather. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Mar 1, 1917



 





 


 


 


 

 

 

 


Thompson, Charles 1919

Killed in Shenandoah Accident
Charles Thompson, the two-year old son of the Rev. and Mrs. Harry A. Thompson of Columbus, O., lived only a half hour this morning after he suffered a fractured skull as the result of an automobile accident which occured about 9:30 o'clock near the Otis McCrary farm on R. I.
The boy was the only child in the family. The party of tourists included Rev. and Mrs. Thompson and a sister of the pastor, Mrs. Luella Tidrick and their children of Columbus. They had been attending a conference at Tarkio, Mo., and were enroute to Mt. Ayr, Iowa, to visit relatives.
They were motoring in a Ford car and the wheels dropped into a rut which caused the car to turn over. Mrs. Thompson suffered a broken collar bone and several bad bruises. The others were not badly injured, although shaken up and slightly bruised. Rev. Thompson is pastor of the United Presbyterian church at Columbus. The body of his baby son was taken to the Buntz & Chapman undertaking parlors, until Mrs. Thompson is able to accompany her husband back to Columbus. -Sentinel Post. PAGE COUNTY DEMOCRAT, Clarinda, Iowa, Jul 31, 1919

 

 





 

 

 






Thompson, Edna E. Bales

The most horrible accident that ever occurred in this section of country was that of Mrs. Jacob Thompson, residing southeast of this city on the former Samuel Mulkins farm on East River, which caused her instant death. It is said she was assisting her husband sawing stove wood with a buzsaw run by a gasoline engine, she throwing aside the short stick sawed off. Something going wrong with the engine, Mr. Thompson stepped around to adjust leaving the engine running. A few minutes later he noticed a jar of the machine and looking around to his horror beheld his wife on the rapidly whirling circular saw. It was the work of but an instant. The saw had gashed her body from just below each arm in a circular form down to about the waist line, where it evidently first struck her, and the heart and other internal organs near by were mangled into a mass. How the terrible accident happened will never be known as Mr. Thompson did not see it or hear a moan from her, but it is supposed her clothing caught in on the teeth of the saw by a gust of wind in an unguarded moment and brought about the horrible instant death. A physician was summoned by the distracted husband but to no purpose. Her suffering was of short duration. It is said she was about 45 years of age, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. L. R. Bales living in northeast Clarinda and the mother of seven children, the youngest of tender age. The accident fills the heart of all with deep sorrow and sincere sympathy is extended to the bereaved family. The funeral will be held at 2:30 tomorrow from the United Brethren church in this city, conducted by Rev. Denny, and interment in the Davis cemetery a short distance south of the home. PAGE COUNTY DEMOCRAT, Clarinda, Iowa, Feb 4, 1915

Obituary  
Edna Bayles, daughter of Louis K. and Mary Bayles, was born in Green county, Tennessee, April 5th, 1866 and died at her home in Page county, Iowa, February 3rd., 1915. Aged 48 years 10 months and 2 days. She leaves an aged father and mother, three sisters, three brothers, a loving husband and seven children, six grand children and a number of friends to mourn her loss. But their loss is her great gain. As a christian she was devoted, unassuming but always ready to give a reason of the hope within. She was converted under the labors of Rev. Peters, when a child, at a meeting held in Green county, Tennessee, and united with the Zion United Brethern church in Green county, where she grew to womanhood. On September 29th, 1886 she gave her hand in holy marriage to Jacob F. Thompson with whom she has shared the joys and sorrows of life alike seeming to be only at the hight of joy only when at the side of her husband and holding his hand in the darkest hour and hardest struggle of life and thus came to her untimely death by an accidental slip on the ice falling on a cruel buzz-saw bringing instant death. To this union was born eight children, Mrs. C. R. Anderson, Minnie Thompson, who died in infancy, Mrs. E. E. Crawford, Mrs. Herbert Hamm, Florence Thompson, Arthur, Thompson, Ottie, O., and Omen Thompson all of Page county and who were all present at the funeral. In 1901 Mr. Thompson came to this county his family coming about three months later where they have resided since.
During the time Rev. Nugent was pastor of the United Brethren church here Mr. and Mrs. Thompson united Davis cemetery for burial. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Feb 11, 1915

 

Thompson, Ella Cook - Mrs. John F. Thompson.
Ella Cook was born in Mercer county, Illinois, January 23, 1860; her parents, Eli and Sarah Cook, lived on a farm in Mercer county, and Ella lived with them there until she was twelve years old, when she moved with her parents in 1872 to Clarinda, Iowa, where she has lived ever since. She attended the country schools in Mercer county, Illinois, and the public schools in Clarinda, Iowa, where she was a pupil in the old frame building that stood on the block where the Garfield building now stands.
She was married to John F. Thompson of Clarinda, Iowa, then and now a painter by trade, on March 6, 1879. To this union five children were born, two boys and three girls, one baby boy died in infancy and the other four survive their mother and are Ora L. Thompson, of Clarinda, Iowa, who nearly all his life has worked with his father, Leona Atkinson of Red Oak, Iowa, whose husband, Harry Atkinson, is in the grocery business in that city; Maude E. Johnson, of Ingomar, Mont., whose husband, Fred Johnson answered the call of the West and went to that new country to reside on a ranch; Minnie Robey of Clarinda, Iowa. Sister Thompson had two brothers and one sister who with her father and mother have preceded her to the land beyond.   Sister Thompson united with the Christian church    of Clarinda, Iowa, in 1887 and lived a loyal consistent member until her death. She was active in all lines of church work, being a member of the missionary society and the Ladies' Aid Society, of which she was president a number of years and a member of Brother Bisbee's Bible Class.   She attended all of these services even when ill health made it a real trial for her to do so. During the last months of her life she was a great sufferer, but always cheerful and helpful, thinking only for the welfare of her family. About the first of June, her mother love prompted her to go to Montana to see Maude and the little granddaughter that was growing up in the prairie home.   Her family gladly made it possible and as pleasant as possible for her to make the journey, although they realized it was a longer journey than she had strength   to take, but her mother love sustained her and she was able to make Maude a short visit; returning, she stopped to visit Ona in Red Oak, reaching home about the 22nd of June, and she never left the home but once since when she called on her nearest neighbor.    She soon took to her bed where she remained a patient sufferer, until her death which occurred January 19th, at 11 P. M.
The funeral was conducted at the family home by her pastor, where were assembled all her children and grand-children and a large number of other relatives including her hus­band's brothers residing in Clarinda and his sister, Mrs. M. J. Landers, from Arcade, Nebr., whose coming was a great comfort to her brother in his time of trial. There was a large gathering of neighbors and the floral offerings were numerous and beautiful.
A few years after her marriage she and her husband bought the lot just east of the family residence which they have occupied so long. It was a humble home, which was improved from time to time until they bought the lot just west of it and commenced the erection of the comfortable dwelling in which she spent the last years of her life. The new home was gained by hard work and Sister Thompson practiced all the economy and money saving: devices that lay the foundation for fortunes and resulted in the family having a splendid home and all the needed comforts during the last years of her life, thus setting a worthy example for all laboring people. She was a likeable woman and loved by her neighbors. In the neighborhood she did and said the things that make for peace. She had a large heart and was always ready to lend a helping hand to those in need.
Sister Thompson's throne was in her home and there she reigned as a true, confident helpmate and stay to her husband, a comrade to her children, and a fairy queen to all her grandchildren. Many times in the future, members of that household will have cause to rise up and call her blessed. PAGE COUNTY DEMOCRAT, Clarinda, Iowa, Feb 1, 1916

Mrs. John F. Thompson. Ella Cook was born in Mercer county, Illinois, January 23, 1860; her parents, Eli and Sarah Cook, lived on a farm in Mercer county, and Ella lived with them there until she was twelve years old, when she moved with her parents in 1872 to Clarinda, Iowa, where she has lived ever since. She attended the country schools in Mercer county, Illinois, and the public schools in Clarinda, Iowa, where she was a pupil in the old frame building that stood on the block where the Garfield building now stands.
She was married to John F. Thompson of Clarinda, Iowa, then and now a painter by trade, on March 6, 1879. To this union five children were born, two boys and three girls, one baby boy died in infancy and the other four survive their mother and are Ora L. Thompson, of Clarinda, Iowa, who nearly all his life has worked with his father, Leona Atkinson of Red Oak, Iowa, whose husband, Harry Atkinson, is in the grocery business in that city; Maude E. Johnson, of Ingomar Mont., whose husband, Fred Johnson answered the call of the West and went to that new country to reside on a ranch; Minnie Robey of Clarinda, Iowa. Sister Thompson had two brothers and one sister who with her father and mother have preceded her to the land beyond. Sister Thompson united with the  Christian church    of Clarinda in 1887 and lived a loyal consistent member until her death. She was active in all lines of church work, being a member of the missionary society and the Ladies' Aid Society, of which she was president a number of years and a member of Brother Bisbee's Bible Class. She attended all of these services even when ill health made it a real trial for her to do so. During the last months of her life she was a great sufferer, but always cheerful and hopeful, thinking only for the welfare of her family. About the first of June, her mother love prompted her to go to Montana to see Maude and the little granddaughter that was growing up in the prairie home. Her family gladly made it possible and as pleasant as possible for her to make the journey, although they realized it was a longer journey than she had strength to take, but her mother love sustained her and she was able to make Maude a short visit; returning, she stopped to visit Ona in Red Oak, reaching home about the 22nd of June, and she never left the home but once since when she called on her nearest neighbor. She soon took to her bed where she remained a patient sufferer, until her death which occurred January 19th, at 11 P. M.
The funeral was conducted at the family home by her pastor, where were assembled all her children and grandchildren and a large number of other relatives including her husband's brothers residing in Clarinda and his sister, Mrs. M. J. Landers, from Arcade, Nebr., whose coming was a great comfort to her brother in his time of trial. There was a large gathering of neighbors and the floral offerings were numerous and beautiful.
A few years after her marriage she and her husband bought the lot just east of the family residence which they have occupied so long. It was a humble home, which was improved from time to time until they bought the lot just west of it and commenced the erection of the comfortable dwelling in which she spent the last years of her life. The new home was gained by hard work and Sister Thompson practiced all the economy and money saving devices that lay the foundation for fortunes and resulted in the family having a splendid home and all the needed comforts during the last years of her life, thus setting a worthy example for all laboring people. She was a likeable woman and loved by her neighbors. In the neighborhood she did and said the things that make for peace. She had a large heart and was always ready to lend a helping hand to those in need.
Sister Thompson's throne was in her home and there she reigned as a true, confident helpmate and stay to her husband, a comrade to her children, and a fairy queen to all her grandchildren. Many times in the future, members of that household will have cause to rise up and call her blessed.
CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Jan 27, 1916

Mrs. Ella Thompson,
Mrs. Ella Thompson, wife of J. F. Thompson, died at her home in this city at 11 o'clock last night, after a long illness, from cancer. CLARINDA JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Jan 20, 1916

   Mrs. Ella Thompson.
The funeral of Mrs. Ella Thompson, wife of John F. Thompson, who died Wednesday night, Jan. 19, 1916, at her home in this city, was held Saturday afternoon from the family home where she passed away in this city. The service was conducted by Rev. John Meyer Asbell, pastor of the Christian church—the church of which the deceased had been a member for twenty years. Hymns were sung by Mrs. H. C. Hawley, Mrs. G. W. Raymond, Mrs. Clarence Bogan, G. M. Harbord and Bert Green. Interment was in the Clarinda cemetery. The maiden name of the late Mrs. Thompson was Cook. She was born in Mercer county, Ill., Jan. 3, 1860, where she spent her girlhood days. At the age of 12 years she came to Clarinda. She was married in 1879 to John F. Thompson, the well known painter of this city. Five children were born to Mr. and Mrs. Thompson, one of whom died in infancy. The four surviving children, as follows, were present at the funeral of their mother: Ora Thompson, Clarinda; Mrs. Leona Atkinson, Red Oak, wife of Harry Atkinson ; Mrs. Maude Johnson, Ingomar, Mont, and Mrs. S. R. Robey, Clarinda. In the last months of her life Mrs. Thompson was a great sufferer from cancer.
The following tribute to the late Mrs. Thompson has been furnished to The Journal for publication:
"Ella Cook was born in Mercer county, Ill., Jan. 23, 1860; her parents, Eli and Sarah Cook, lived on a farm in Mercer, county, and Ella lived with them there until she was 12 years old, when she removed with her parents in 1872 to Clarinda, la., where she has lived ever since. She attended the country schools in Mercer county, Ill., and the public schools in Clarinda, la., where she was a pupil in the old frame building that stood on the block where the Garfield building now stands.
"She was married to John F. Thompson of Clarinda, la., then and now a painter by trade, on March 6, 1879. To this union five children were born, two boys and three girls, one baby boy died in infancy and the other four survive their mother and are Ora L. Thompson of Clarinda, la., who nearly all his life has worked with his father; Leona Atkinson of Red Oak, la., whose husband, Harry Atkinson, is in the grocers' business in that city; Maude E. Johnson of Ingomar, Mont., whose husband, Fred Johnson, answered the call of the West and went to that new country to reside on a ranch; Minnie Robey of Clarinda, la. Sister Thompson had two brothers and one sisters, who, with, her father and mother, have preceded her to the land beyond. Sister Thompson united with the Christian church of Clarinda, la., in 1887, and lived a loyal, consistent member until her death. She was active in all lines of church work, being a member of the missionary society and the Ladies' Aid society, of which she was president a number of years and a member of Brother Bisbee's Bible class. She attended all of these services even when ill health made it a real trial for her to do so. During the last months of her life she was a great sufferer, but always cheerful and hopeful, thinking only for the welfare of her family. About the first of June, her mother love prompted her to go to Montana to see Maude and the little granddaughter that was growing up in the prairie home. Her family gladly made it possible and as pleasant as possible for her to make the journey, although they realized it was a longer journey than she had strength to take, but her mother love sustained her and she was able to make Maude a short visit; returning, she stopped to visit Ona in Red Oak, reaching home about the 22d of June, and she never left the home but once since, when she called on her nearest neighbor. She soon took to her bed, where she remained a patient sufferer, until her death, which occurred Jan. 19, at 11 p.m. 
"The funeral was conducted at the family home by her pastor, where were assembled all her children and grandchildren and a large number of other relatives, including her husband's brothers residing in Clarinda and his sister, Mrs. M. J. Landers, from Arcadia, Nebr., whose coming was a great comfort to her brother in his time of trial. There was a large gathering of neighbors and the floral offerings were numerous and beautiful.
"A few years after her marriage she and her husband bought the lot just east of the family home, which was improved from time to time until they bought the lot just west of it and commenced the erection of the comfortable dwelling in which she spent the last years of her life. The new home was gained by hard work
and Sister Thompson practiced all the economy and money-saving devices that lay the foundation for fortunes and resulted in the family having a splendid home and all the needed comforts during the last years of her life, thus setting a example for all laboring people. She was a likable woman and loved by her neighbors. In the neighborhood she did and said the things that make for peace. She had a large heart and was always ready to lend a helping hand to those in need.
"Sister Thompson's throne was in Her home and there she reigned as a true, confident helpmeet and stay to her husband, a. comrade to her children, and a fairy queen to all her grandchildren. Many times in the future, members of that household will have cause to rise up and call her blessed." CLARINDA JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Jan 27, 1916

Mrs. John F. Thompson.
Ella Cook was born in Mercer county, Illinois, January 23, 1860; her parents, Eli and Sarah Cook, lived on a farm in Mercer county, and Ella lived with them there until she was twelve years old, when she moved with her parents in 1872 to Clarinda, Iowa, where she has lived ever since. She attended the country schools in Mercer county, Illinois, and the public schools in Clarinda, Iowa, where she was a pupil in the old frame building that stood on the block where the Garfield building now stands.
She was married to John F. Thompson of Clarinda, Iowa, then and now a painter by trade, on March 6, 1879. To this union five children were born, two boys and three girls, one baby boy died in infancy and the other four survive their mother and are Ora L. Thompson, of Clarinda, Iowa, who nearly all his life has worked with his father, Leona Atkinson of Red Oak, Iowa, whose husband, Harry Atkinson, is in the grocery business in that city; Maude E. Johnson, of Ingomar, Mont., whose husband, Fred Johnson answered the call of the West and went to that new country to reside on a ranch; Minnie Robey of Clarinda, Iowa. Sister Thompson had two brothers and one sister who with her father and mother have preceded her to the land beyond.   Sister Thompson united with the Christian church  of Clarinda, Iowa, in 1887 and lived a loyal consistent member until her death. She was active in all lines of church work, being a member of the missionary society and the Ladies' Aid Society, of which she was president a number of years and a member of Brother Bisbee's Bible Class.   She attended all of these services even when ill health made it a real trial for her to do so. During the last months of her life she was a great sufferer, but always cheerful and helpful, thinking only for the welfare of her family. About the first of June, her mother love prompted her to go to Montana to see Maude and the little granddaughter that was growing up in the prairie home.   Her family gladly made it possible and as pleasant as possible for her to make the journey, although they realized it was a longer journey than she had strength to take, but her mother love sustained her and she was able to make Maude a short visit; returning, she stopped to visit Ona in Red Oak, reaching home about the 22nd of June, and she never left the home but once since when she called on her nearest neighbor.    She soon took to her bed where she remained a patient sufferer, until her death which occurred January 19th, at 11 P. M.
The funeral was conducted at the family home by her pastor, where were assembled all her children and grandchildren and a large number of other relatives including her husband's brothers residing in Clarinda and his sister, Mrs. M. J. Landers, from Arcade, Nebr., whose coming was a great comfort to her brother in his time of trial. There was a large gathering of neighbors and the floral offerings were numerous and beautiful.
A few years after her marriage she and her husband bought the lot just east of the family residence which they have occupied so long. It was a humble home, which was improved from time to time until they bought the lot just west of it and commenced the erection of the comfortable dwelling in which she spent the last years of her life. The new home was gained by hard work and Sister Thompson practiced all the economy and money saving devices that lay the foundation for fortunes and resulted in the family having a splendid home and all the needed comforts during the last years of her life, thus setting a worthy example for all laboring people. She was a likeable woman and loved by her neighbors. In the neighborhood she did and said the things that make for peace. She had a large heart and was always ready to lend a helping hand to those in need.
Sister Thompson's throne was in her home and there she reigned as a true, confident helpmate and stay to her husband, a comrade to her children, and a fairy queen to all her grandchildren. Many times in the future, members of that household will have cause to rise up and call her blessed. PAGE COUNTY DEMOCRAT, Clarinda, Iowa, Feb 1, 1916





 

 

 

 



 

 

Thompson, George - George Thompson was born October 27, 1868 in Douglas County, Illinois and died July 6, 1920 in Shenandoah, la. He was married November 15, 1893 to Miss Marian Dow. To this union were born three children, two of them dying in infancy. The one child living is Clifford R. who was a member of Company E. He was with the company through the entire service, receiving injuries from which he has not fully recovered and was taking medical treatment in Omaha when called to the bed side of his father. Besides the son and his devoted wife, he leaves to mourn their loss two brothers, Henry and Owen, of Hopkins Mo., two sisters, Mrs. Carrie Dow, College Springs, Iowa and Mrs. Florence Ingram, Hopkins, Mo., two half brothers, Wm. Waldruff, Hopkins Mo., and John Thompson.
The death of Mr. Thompson resulted from an accident which he received a few weeks ago while in the employ of Mr. J. L. Guinn. He was a faithful laborer, as he had been on the farm of Mr. Guinn for six successive years. As a husband and father, he was always thoughtful, tender and appreciative. As a neighbor, he was kind and obliging, a friend to all. Although he had made no profession of religion, he received the exhortations of his old friend and school mate, Rev. G. B. Ingram, gladly while in the hospital, expressing his desire to be the Lord's and be especially made mention how he wanted to get well that he might live for God.
His remains were brought to Braddyville Christian Church where the funeral service was conducted by Rev. Ingram, after which he was laid to rest in the Braddyville Cemetary.
The floral offerings were both profuse and beautiful. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Jul 15, 1920

 

Thompson, Sara

Northboro.
Sept. 25—Grandma Thompson died Thursday evening here at the home of her son, Dr. Thompson, after an illness of several weeks. Everything that medical aid and the best of care could do for her was done, but to no avail. The funeral services were held at the home, Saturday morning at 10 o'clock, conducted by Rev. Mr. Hulbert of Clarinda, who had known her for forty years or more, after which interment took place in the Union Grove cemetery. She was a true Christian woman, and everyone loved her who knew her. Her husband died about thirty-five years ago, leaving her with six children. Two children have preceded her and four children—two sons and two daughters—are left to mourn the loss of a kind and loving mother. She has been here with the doctor and family the past nine years, so will be greatly missed in their home. We extend sympathy to the bereaved children. CLARINDA JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Sep 27, 1917

 

Thompson, Hazel D.

Roll of the Silent
Hazel D. Thompson
Hazel D.Thompson was born near Hopkins, Mo., Jan. 12th, 1892, and died at her home in Braddyville Mar. 8, 1921, age twenty-nine years, one month and 24 days. All of her life has been lived in Braddyville, except her first year. She joined the Christian church in Braddyville in 1910 and has been a faithful member all these years, always taking an active part in the bible school and Endeavor work. Hazel was of a sunny disposition, and she scattered sunshine wherever she went. She will be greatly missed, not only in her home, but in the community at large. Her friends are numbered by all who knew her, and the many beautiful flowers that covered the casket were but a silent tribute to the love and esteem in which she was held.
She leaves her father, two brothers, Clarence of Michigan and Wilbur of Doland, S. D., also six sisters, Mrs. Ida Shafer and Mrs. Alice Snodgrass of Hopkins, Mo., Mrs. James Nicholas and Mrs. Ernest Nicholas and Effie and Jessie at home, her mother having preceeded her to the great beyond about 12 years ago.
The funeral services were held in the Christian church Thursday at 2 p. m., conducted by A. R. Hunt of Savannah, Mo., assisted by Rev. B. K. Bierer the Methodist minister. A very large concourse of people gathered to pay the last tribute of respect to the departed. The remains were laid to rest in the Braddyville cemetery beside her mother. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Mar 17, 1921

 

Hazel D. Thompson
Snatched from the joys and sorrows of this life, to be at home with the angels in the next, Hazel D. Thompson passed from us Tuedsay evening, March 8th, at the home of her father, William J. Thompson in Braddyville. The funeral is being held this Thursday, at 2 P. M., from the Christian Church in Braddyville, interment being in the Braddyville cemetery.
She leaves two brothers, Wilbur of Delaven, S. Dak., and Clarence of Waldron, Mich., besides six sisters, Essie and Jessie living at home, Mr. I. C. Snodgrass and Mrs. P. W. Shafer, both of Hopkin, Mo., Mrs.
Ernest Nichols of Braddyville, and Mrs. James Nichols of New Market.
She was twenty four years of age.CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Mar 10, 1921


Miss Hazel D. Thompson.
Miss Hazel D. Thompson, died at the home of her father, William J. Thompson, in Braddyville, Tuesday evening, March 8, 1921, at 8:20 o'clock. Miss Thompson had been ill for some months with heart trouble. For some time she was correspondent for The Journal from Braddyville, which work she continued as long as her strength would permit. Tbe funeral is to be held at 2 o'clock today at the Christian clmrch in Braddyville. Burial will be in Braddyville cemetery. CLARINDA JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Mar 10, 1921


Thompson, Hazel - Mar. 8.--- Wilbur   Thompson of Doland, So. Dak. who was called here by the serious sickness of his sister, Hazel, returned home Monday. Hazel still remains in a precarious condition, but her many friends hope that she may soon take a turn for the better. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Mar 10, 1921

 


Thompson, J.A. - Rev. J. A. Thompson, an old resident of College Springs, died Saturday at the advanced age of 71 years. Tbe funeral occurred Sunday at the U. P. church in that place, conducted by Rev. Wiley, of that town, and Rev. Dill, of this city. PAGE COUNTY DEMOCRAT, Clarinda, Iowa, Mar 23, 1899

 

 

 

Thompson, J.H., Mrs

Mrs Elmer Jones went to Hamburg the latter part of last week to attend tbe funeral of her aunt, Mrs J H. Thompson. Mrs. Thompson was 80 years old, and died after a three days illness. She is survived by a brother, T. J. Stephens of Hood, Calif., one sister, Mrs. B. F. McCrory, Mrs. Jones's mother . The Eastern Star order carried out their beautiful and impressive services at the grave. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Feb 24, 1921

 

Thompson, James M.
Mr J. M. Thompson, an old resident of Bedford, and father of Mrs. Fred FitzGerald of this city, died Jan, 6, aged 72 years. PAGE COUNTY DEMOCRAT, Clarinda, Iowa, Jan 11, 1906

James M. Thompson died at his home in Bedford, Thursday, aged 72 years.  He was one of the pioneers, of Bedford and had lived there for many years.  He was the father of Mrs. T. F. FitzGerald, of this city. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Jan 9, 1906

 

Thompson, John C. - John C. Thompson.
John C. Thompson was born January 26th, 1845, at Waterloo, Monroe county, Illinois. His parents both died when he was three years old and he was adopted by Emanuel Evans, who lived near Waterloo and with whom he lived until his majority, when he went to Bates county, Missouri. There he was married to Nancy Ellen McElfish in 1867. They moved to Iowa in 1872 and have been residents of Page county ever since. Five children were born to them, only two of whom, George and Harry, together with his wife, survive him. He has been more or less of an invalid for many years, but death came without warning on Saturday morning, July 27th, at two o'clock. He was an upright and conscientious man, beloved and respected by all who knew him. The bereaved wife and children have the deepest sympathy of the entire community. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Jul 30, 1907

Mr. J. C. Thompson died at his home east of the city, Saturday morning, from heart trouble, aged 62 years. He was born near Waterloo, Ill, and in 1867 was married to miss Nancy McElfish. He was the father of five children, two of whom with the wife survive him. The funeral was held Tuesday from the home. PAGE COUNTY DEMOCRAT, Clarinda, Iowa, Aug 1, 1907

 

Thompson, Josiah - DIED AT ST. JOSEPH - Braddyville, Iowa, Jan. 21, 1901. —Josiah Thompson, as he was familiary called, died in St. Joseph, Mo., at 2:40 p. m., on Sunday, whither he had gone for medical aid. The remains will arrive by train tonight. Frank Thompson, his son, is reported as very sick with pneumonia and unable to accompany his father's remains home. Mrs. Thompson is very low here at home and the worst is feared for her when the news is conveyed to her of her husband's death. John Thompson is expected here on the morning train from Boise City, Idaho. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Jan 22, 1901

Josiah Thompson of Braddyville has been in poor health a long time and last week he went to St. Joseph, Mo., for treatment but was taken worse and his famiiy were sent for.   But he gradually grew worse despite all medical aid, and Sunday evening passed away to his long home.    Mr. Thompson was one of the pioneer settlers of this  county, having located here early in the '40s.   He was an industrious man, fair in all his dealings with man, and succeeded in accumulating a reasonable share of this worlds good.   He         was in the 61st year of his age.   May his soul rest in peace.   The remains were brought to Braddyville and the  funeral held Tuesday aftecrnoon.       PAGE COUNTY DEMOCRAT, Clarinda, Iowa, Jan 24, 1901

It is reported that Frank Thompson of Braddyville, who went to St. Joseph last week to nurse his father, was soon after taken sick with pneumonia, and is now in a dangerous condition. Mrs Thompson, wife of the late Josiah, has been sick some time with the prevailing complaint, la grippe, and lingering between life and death. It is hoped they will both soon recover. PAGE COUNTY DEMOCRAT, Clarinda, Iowa, Jan 24, 1901


Thompson, Lura Denta

Lura Denta Thompson.
[Special Correspondence of The Journal]—Lura Denta Thompson, daughter of James and Pearl Thompson of Page county, was born Dec. 6, 1906, and departed this life June 8, 1919, aged 12 years 7 months and 2 days. Her summons was without warning and she answered it without a murmur. She was one of those unusual children, always obedient at home and at school, devoted and motherly to the smaller ones at home and loved by all at school and all who knew her. She leaves father, mother, one brother, one sister and a large circle of relatives and many friends to mourn their loss, but their loss is her great gain, for as her spirit passed into the Eternal the earthly tenement was illuminated with the rays of the spirit world where she now lives. Her funeral was held Tuesday at 2 p.m., at the family home on the farm of F. V. Hensleigh, near Olive Branch, conducted by Rev. M. M. Hulbert. Burial was in the Davis cemetery. The many offerings bespoke the high esteem in which she was held. CLARINDA JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Jun 12, 1919

ROLL OF SILENT Lura Denta Thompson
Lura Denta Thompson died June 3 at the Kennelworth hospital, death being due to kidney trouble. She was 12 years of age at the time of her death, being born December 6, 1906. She was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. James Thompson living south of the city on the F. V. Hensleigh farm, near the Olive Branch school house. Besides her parents, Lura Denta Thompson leaves to mourn her death, one brother, one sister and a host of loving friends. Funeral service was held from the home Tuesday afternoon, Rev. M. Hulbert officiating. Burial was in the Davis cemetery. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Jun 12, 1919

 

Thompson, Martin V.
Martin V. Thompson was born Dec. 29, 1840, near Sterling, Ill., and died at his home in Shambaugh, Iowa, May 18, 1920. He was married to Elizabeth Stewart Dec. 14. 1865, at Marion, Ill. To this union were born two children, a son Wm. H.Thompson who preceded his father in death at the age of 49 years, dying at his home in St. Joseph, Mo. May 4th, 1916. The daughter is Mrs. Orpha Thompson Fleer, also of St. Joseph, who with his devoted and faithful wife is left to mourn the loss of a kind and loving husband and father. Mr. Thompson also leaves four grandchildren, Mr. Berl Thompson and Miss Floy Thompson of St. Joseph, Mrs. Fern Carper Zwilling, of Kansas City and Earl Carper of St. Joseph, and one great grandchild, Bobbie Zwilling, all being greatly attached to their grandfather, who will be so much missed by them as well as the town and community in which he so long lived he being of a kindly dispositon and good nature.
Mr. Thompson enlisted in the Civil War in the year 1862 and served 3 years, or till tbe war closed. He was the last one of the soldiers who stood guard over the body of Abraham Lincoln while it lay in state.
Tbe funeral which was held in the home on last Thursday at 2 p. m. was very largely attended by neighbors and friends who join with the Clarinda Herald in sympathy for the family, Funeral services were conducted by Rev. J. W. Cabbage, assisted by Rev. Mrs. M. Sutliff, the music being furnished by the choir of the Church of God. Members of the G. A. R. had charge of the services at the grave in the Clarinda cemetery. The flowers were in profusion and very beautiful. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, May 27, 1920

 

Thompson, Miley Comfort Miller -

Miley Comfort Miller was born in Indiana, March 9, 1851; passed away at the home of her   daughter, Mrs. Frank Couts, in this city, Dec. 10, 1920, aged 69 years 9 months and 1 day. She came to Iowa when but a little girl, and with the exception of   the last eighteen years which had been spent in Chicago, she lived   in   this vicinity.
Last September she came to Clarinda, living here at the time of her passing away.   In February of 1867, she was united in marriage to William Russell Thompson, to which union were born the following  children:   Stanton A., who died in infancy;   Mrs. Isabelle Couts, Clarinda;   Squire, Oklahoma; Lizzie, Chicago; Lily May McGlasson, who passed away three years ago, and John, Chicago.   There are   also two stepsons, Frank of Denver and William of Creston. She has one living sister, Margaret   Thompson,   of Beloit, Kansas, and a stepsister, Mrs. Louie Weaver of New   Market. She also leaves eight grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.     Mr. Thompson passed away about twenty-four years ago.   About the middle of last May Mrs. Thompson was stricken with a deadly cancer which rapidly exhausted her physical strength.   She was a very patient sufferer, evidently sharing her distress with the Silent Partner of all who bring their sorrows to Him.    She  confessed  her  faith in Christ when but 9 years of age and throughout the years has never known a time that her loyalty to His cause ever waned or her hope in the eternities ever was lost.   She has paid a Hasting tribute to her Christ in a life lived humbly, faithfully and earnestly in His service.   The funeral was held at 2:30 Sunday afternoon at the Christian church in this city, conducted by Rev. R. C. Snodgrass.    Hymns were sung.   Burial   was   in   the Clarinda cemetery. CLARINDA JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Dec 23, 1920

Miley Comfort Miller - Born in Indiana, March 9, 1851, passed   away at the   home of her daughter, Mrs. Couts, Dec. 10, 1920, age 69 years, 9 months and 1 day.
She came to Iowa when a little child and with the exception of the last eighteen years spent in Chicago, she lived in this vicinity. In September last she came to Clarinda, living here at the time of her passing away.
In February of 1867, she was united in marriage   to Wm Russell Thompson, to which union were born
the following children: Stanton A., who died in nfancy, Mrs. Isabelle Couts, Clarinda, Squire of Oklahoma, Lizzie of Chicago, Lily May McGlasson who passed away three years ago and John of Chicago. There were also two step sons, Frank of Denver, and  of Creston.    She has one living sister; Margaret Thompson of Beloit, Kan. She also leaves 8 grand children and 3 great grand children.
About the middle of last May she was stricken with a deadly form of cancer which rapidly exhausted her physical strength. She was a very patient sufferer, evidently sharing her distress with the Silent Partner of all who bring their sorrow to Him. She   confessed   her faith to Christ when but 9 years of age and through out the years has never   known a time that her loyalty to his cause ever waned or her hope in the eternities   ever lost.   She has   paid a lasting tribute to her Christ in a life lived humbly, faithfully and earnestily in his service.CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Dec 16, 1920

Thompson, Mose - Mr. Mose Thompson, whom we mentioned sometime ago as being confined to the state hospital, died Sunday night and will be buried Wednesday, July 6. The services will be held at the Christian church, tomorrow morning at 10:30 o'clock. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Jul 5, 1904

Mose Thompson died Monday, July 4 1904, at the state hospital, at the advanced age of 77years. He had been living the past year or two with his children in this vicinity and was gradually breaking down. A few weeks ago his mind became deranged and he was sent to the hospital for treatment but no good resulted. He was born in Tennessee, near Knoxville, and came to this county early in the '60's where he resided many years and was a prominent citizen. Although uneducated he possessed rare business tact and at one time was very wealthy, owning large land interests and a heavy dealer in stock. But reverses overtook him and his wealth vanished in a few years. He went to Kansas City and lived with a son many years till returning here. It is said that he made the reuark that he had come back home to die; while he might not have meant it just as the termination resulted, yet he closed his long career on the land that was once his own home and near the place of the family residence, as much of the state farm now belong to him years ago. The funeral took place yesterday at 10 o'clock at the Christian church and his remains laid to rest in the city cemetery. He was the father of nine children but only two were present at the funeral, although several grand children were there. PAGE COUNTY DEMOCRAT, Clarinda, Iowa, Jul 6, 1904

Ed. Pace and wife of New Market attended the funeral of Mose Thompson yesterday, Mrs Pace being his niece. PAGE COUNTY DEMOCRAT, Clarinda, Iowa, Jun 7, 1904

Mose Thompson of Kansas City attended the funeral of his grandson Pearl Thompson. He is still visiting friends at his former home in the early days of this county. He left here about twenty-two years ago, but his changed appearance by these long years does not prevent acquaintances from recognizing him. He is the same Mose of olden times. Thirty odd years ago he was one of the largest real estate owners and stock shippers from southwest Iowa, but the latter business brought him financial reverses—a fate that over­took many another man in these times of varying markets following the war— and gradually his wealth was transferred to other hands. But he was a man of strong determination and has been doing well the past few years. PAGE COUNTY DEMOCRAT, Clarinda, Iowa, Jul 24, 1902

 

 


Thompson, Ovit and Morgan, Mrs

A Double Murder and Suicide.
On last Friday evening about six o'clock, a sad tragedy occurred ten miles east of Bedford on the farm of A. A. Morgan. Ovit Thompson, 28 years of age, shot and killed Mrs. Morgan and his brother, Roscoe Thompson, out in a field about midway between the Morgan and Thompson homes, then went to the house and shot himself, dying almost instantly. Mrs. Morgan was killed and the young man fatally wounded so that he will die. The murders resulted from insane jealousy. Ovit had become infatuated with Mrs. Morgan and seeing his brother and the lady out in the field walking together, he approached them and without a moment's warning as to his intentions, shot them with a revolver. The two had been going across the field and happened to meet when they were seen together by the murderer. Both families are very prominent in that community and the people of the neighborhood are greatly wrought up over the sad affair CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Apr 23, 1907.

 

Thompson, Pearl - Pearl Thompson Drowned
A telegram was received by Miss Marie Thompson last night stating that her brother, Pearl, had been drowned at Pueblo, Colo., Sunday afternoon. This comes as a great shock to the family for only a few days ago a letter was received from Pearl stating that he was working in a drug store in Colorado Springs.
One feature of this sad occurrence that only adds more sorrow, if possible, to the heart broken mother was a postal card which she received from her son this morning written only a lew hours before he was drowned. It said: Dear Mamma:—I am sick today but will write you a long letter soon. Hope you and the girls are all well. I wish I were home today. I came to Pueblo this morning for the altitude at the Springs is too high for me. I have a position here which I will take as soon as I am able to work. With love, Pearl.
Pearl is the son of Mrs. I. M. Thompson of this city and has lived near Clarinda most of his life. He was twenty one years old last April and has been in Colorado about two months, going there from Kansas City Mo., where he worked for some time in a clothing store. He left Clarinda about three years ago and for a year before that was employed at the state hospital here.
He was born at Glenwood, Iowa but while quite young his parents moved to a farm near this city where they resided until only a few years ago. I. M. Thompson, the boy's father, who has been working in Kansas City, will arrive in Clarinda tonight.
The body of the deceased is expected here tomorrow morning but at present no time has been set for the funeral.     The many friends of the family mourn with them in their sudden bereavement. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Jul 15, 1902

 

Mrs. I. M. Thompson received a telegram Monday evening-bearing the sad news that her son Pearl Thompson, had been drowned at Pueblo, Colo., Sunday afternoon. Pearl, who was about twenty-one years of age, went to Colorado Springs a few months ago, but left there on account of his health and the high altitude of the country. He was reared on a farm north of this city and a few years ago found employment in the Clarinda insane hospital, where he remained until going to Kansas City where his father now resides. Mrs. Thompson received a postal card from him Tuesday, written Sunday morning, stating he was not very well but expected to go to work soon. But before the receipt of the card came the. announcement of his tragic death. He was a bright and intelligent young man and all deeply mourn his untimely death. PAGE COUNTY DEMOCRAT, Clarinda, Iowa, Jul 17, 1902

Mose Thompson of Kansas City attended the funeral of his grandson Pearl Thompson. He is still visiting friends at his former home in the early days of this county. He left here about twenty-two years ago, but his changed appearance by these long years does not prevent acquaintances from recognizing him. He is the same Mose of olden times. Thirty odd years ago he was one of the largest real estate owners and stock shippers from southwest Iowa, but the latter business brought him financial reverses—a fate that over­took many another man in these times of varying markets following the war— and gradually his wealth was transferred to other hands. But he was a man of strong determination and has been doing well the past few years. PAGE COUNTY DEMOCRAT, Clarinda, Iowa, Jul 24, 1902

 

 

Thompson, S.D.

Killed on R. R. Crossing, Albia, Iowa.
Mr. S. D. Thompson a brother of Mrs. Thos. Elder of Clarinda, while crossing the Burlington tracks last Thursday on his way to his farm was struck by passenger train No. 3, killing him instantly and entirely destroying his car.
Mrs. Elder and her daughters, Mrs. C. V. Nichol and Mrs. A. A. Berry went at once to Albia to attend the funeral, A. A. Berry also stopped off on his return from Chicago and was present at the funeral. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Jul 12, 1917

 

Thompson, Samuel Ferguson

S. F. Thompson, a former resident of this city, died at his home in Dunlap, la., Nov. 17. Such is the news brought by the Dunlap Reporter. Mr. Thornpson will well be remembered by all the old settlers of this vicinity, having resided here for a long time previous to his removal to Dunlap about twenty years ago. He was a genial, affable man and made friends wherever he lived. The Reporter says: ''For a long time the deceased had been in poor health, due to old age and for the past ten weeks had been confined to his bed. Samuel Ferguson Thompson was born in New Fork, Feb. 22, 1822, and was at the time of his death 83 years, 8 months and 26 days of age. Deceased was a well respected gentlemen, quiet in his nature and possessing traits that won for him friends. He had been a good citizen all these year." PAGE COUNTY DEMOCRAT, Clarinda, Iowa, Nov 30, 1905

 

Thompson, Sarah McBride

College Springs.
Jan. 11—The funeral services of Mrs. Sarah Thompson were held in the United Presbyterian church on Wednesday afternoon, an. 5, at 2:30 o'clock. They were conducted by Rev. Mr. Coleman of Blanchard, assisted by Rev. Mr. Calhoun. Sarah McBride-Thompson was born in Muskingdom county, O., on Oct. 27, 1829, and died Jan. 3, 1916, at the age of 86 years 2 months and 7 days. Her death occurred at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Mary Hawthorne, with whom she has lived since the death of her husband, nearly seventeen years ago. She grew to womanhood with her brothers and sisters on her father's farm at the place of her birth, being the last of a family of ten to pass to her reward, outliving one brother only a few months. Early in life she united with the Seceder church, of which she was a member until her marriage with Rev. J. A. Thompson, Oct. 16, 1856. She then transferred her membership to the Reformed Presbyterian church of which she was a faithful, consistent member until the time of her death. She was the mother of ten children, nine of whom are now living: W. A. Thompson of Thermopolis, Wyo.; J. J. Thompson, Robstown, Tex.; R. A. Thompson, Avery, la.; Mrs. Delia Doesch, Quinter, Kan.; Rev. A. M. Thompson, Utica, O.; C. E. Thompson, Omaha, Nebr.; Mrs. R. A. Hawthorne and Mrs. Mary Hawthorne of Braddyville, and Mrs. J. R. S. Hawthorne, College Springs. She lived to see thirty grandchildren and thirteen great grand­children, making her the mother of a family of fifty-three. Mrs. Thompson was naturally a woman of strong religious temperament and her union with Mr. Thompson only served to heighten this. Throughout her life she was quiet and uncomplaining, and though when nearing the end she suffered intensely, she bore it patiently and without a shadow of fear her soul returned to its Maker. With her death a long and useful life has reached its close and one successful in the better since of the term, for she has lived long, loved much and left the world a little better than she found it. CLARINDA JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Jan 20, 1916

 

Thompson, Squire

OBITUARY
The funeral of Squire Thompson, whose death was chronicled in this paper last Friday, was held from the home on Sunday afternoon, at 3 o'clock, conducted by Dr. T. C. Smith. Interment took place in the Clarinda cemetery. Mr. Thompson was widely known and his death will be mourned by the whole community. He was born east of Clarinda, on May 10, 1853. On March 25, 1875, he married Miss Emma Vinsant, and two daughters have been born to them, Grace and Arabella, both among the best young ladies of the city. Malarial fever, which developed into typhoid fever, was the cause of Mr. Thompson's death. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Aug 7, 1900

Deceased
Squire Thompson died at his home in south Clarinda this morning. Funeral services will be held on Snnday. Further particulars later. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Aug 3, 1900

 

Thompson, William H. - On Friday, May 5, the body of Wm. Thompson of St. Joseph, Mo., was brought here for burial. Mr. Thompson lived in Clarinda about 15 years ago. He married the daughter of Samuel Nixon, who lived here for so many years. Mrs. Thompson and her two children accompanied the remains to this place, where it was laid to rest in the city cemetery. Mrs. S. A. Nixon, Mrs. G. W. Speer and Mr. and Mrs. McFerrin of Indianola were here for the funeral. PAGE COUNTY DEMOCRAT, Clarinda, Iowa, May 9, 1916

William H. Thompson, formerly of Shambaugh, and who at one time was in the restaurant business in Clarinda, died in St. Joseph, Mo., Thursday, May 4 1916. He was the son of Mr. and Mrs. M. V. Thompson, and was born in Whiteside county, near Sterling, Ill., Sept. 29, 1866, so that at the time of his death he had reached the age of 49 years 7 months and 5 days. When 4 years old, in 1870, he moved with his parents to Page county, la., where he continued to reside until 1910, when he moved with his family to
St. Joseph, Mo., where he resided until his decease. He was married to Miss Florence Nixon, daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Nixon, about twenty-eight years ago. To this union were born two children—a son, Berl, and a daughter, Floy, living in St. Joseph. One knowing him well says of the late Mr. Thompson: "He had many friends in the home of his choice. He was a man of quiet demeanor and much attached to his home, where the relations he sustained were the most cordial. He leaves to mourn his departure a devote father and mother, a loving wife, two children who were greatly attached to their father, and one sister, Mrs. Fred Freer, and many other relatives and friends." The funeral services were held in St. Joseph, Mo., at the Meirhoffer chapel, conducted by Rev. Mr. Diller. The floral offerings were many and very beautiful. The remains were taken to Clarinda where they were laid away in a value in the presence of many of his old friends and neighbors. May 6. Services at the grave were by Rev. Jesse Huddle of Shambaugh, with the following, acting as pallbearers; N. W. Cline, George N. Calhoon, Ernest Beery, J. L. Beery, C.O. Beezley and Jacob Hamm. CLARINDA JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, May 11, 1916

Obituary—Wm. H. Thompson.
Wm. H. Thompson, son of Mr. Mars Thompson of Shambaugh, died at the St. Joseph hospital in St. Joseph, Mo., last Thursday, May, 4th, 1916. He is survived by his widow, one son and one daughter, and his father. The funeral was held Friday at 2:30 at the Meier Hoffer's Chapel in St. Joseph. The remains arrived here Saturday noon. Interment was made in the city cemetery. The cause of his death was septic pneumonia. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, May 11, 1916

Wm. H. Thompson was born in Whiteside Co., Ill., Sept. 29, A. D., 1866; passed away in St. Joseph, Mo., May 4, 1916, aged 49 yrs., 7 mos. and 5 das. Deceased was the only son of Mr. and Mrs. M. V. Thompson of Shambaugh, la. When 4 years old he came with his parents to Page county, la., where he resided until about 15 years ago when he moved with his family to Saint Joseph, Mo., where he resided until his death.
He was married to Miss Florence Nixon about 28 years ago; to this union were born two children, a son and daughter, Berl and Floy, who both reside in St. Joseph, Mo. The funeral sermon was preached in Meierhoffer's chapel St. Joseph, Mo. The remains were brought to Clarinda for burial, May 6th, and were laid away in a vault in the presence of a large number of his old friends and neighbors. The floral offerings were many and very beautiful.
Services at the grave were conducted by Rev. Jesse Huddle of Shambaugh, with the following gentlemen acting as pallbearers: Jacob Hamm, E. W. Beery, C. O. Beezley, Geo. M. Calhoon, J. L. Beery, V. W. Cline. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, May 11, 1916