Taylor County, Iowa: obituaries a-names

Taylor County, Iowa Obituaries- G-names

Gant, Mary Almira Allen - Died, the wife of our esteemed brother, Samuel Gaunt, at her home near Siam, Taylor county, Iowa, Feb 5, 1895. Mary Almira Allen was born in Marshall co., Ill., Jan 13, 1838. She emigrated to Taylor county, Ia., in August, 1857, and was married to Samuel Gaunt March 30, 1859. She was the mother of eleven children, seven of which still survive to mourn their loss. A few appropriate remarks were made by Elder Wm Cobb of Bedford, at the residence, after which the remains were interred in the Siam cemetery, Feb 7th. Resolved: That we, the members of Plum Lodge No 285, A.F. & A.M. of Siam, Iowa, tender to Brother Gaunt and family our fraternal sympathy in this their sad bereavement. Be it resolved: That a copy be presented the stricken family and sent to the Taylor County Democrat and Times Republican for publication. Fred branson, W.T. Allen, A.M. Johnson, committee.

Glassgow, Marion Roberts, better known as Manie Glassgow, the son of William and Julia Glassgow, was born Feb 8, 1869, north of New Market, Taylor county, Iowa and died Friday afternoon, Jan 25, 1946, at his home near New Market at the age of 76 years, 11 months and 17 days. He was united in marriage to Miss Belle Hunter on Jan 14, 1892. His wife preceded him in death on Feb 22, 1937.Five children were born to this home, one daughter having died in infancy. Those left to mourn his passing are two daughter, Mrs Allie Criser of Wichita, Kansas and Mrs Essie Morris of New Market, two sons, Edd of Lead, SD and Ray of New Market, eight grandchildren and one great grandchild, also two sisters, Mrs Lola Herriott of Bedford, Iowa and Mrs Myra Noble of New Market, one brother, Billie Glassgow of Omaha, Nebr, besides other relatives and friends. Mr Glassgow spent his entire life in Taylor county. He had a cheerful disposition in spite of failing health for several years, he always had a smile for everyone.Mr Glassgow was a great lover of his home and family, and was never happier than when he could be home with his family near him. Funeral services were held at the Methodist church Monday afternoon, Jan 28 at 2 pm conducted by Rev Ellsworth L. Woods of Clarinda, assisted by Miss Rose Mace of New Market.Music was furnished by a quartet, Mose Burch, Paul Stickelman, Max Garrett and F. Scholes, with Mrs Paul Stickelman as accompanist, all of Braddyville.The casket bearers were Dale Combs, T.A. Harris, Clyde Long, Lloyd Jackson, Orville Slaight, and Earl McAlpin. The flowers were cared for by the grandchildren, Madaline, Mary Evelyn, and Verla Lee Morris, Phyllis Brown and Eddie Glassgow.Interment in Dallas Center cemetery. Relatives from out of town attending the funeral were Mr and Mrs Roy Criser of Wichita, Kan, Mr and Mrs Edd Glassgow and Eddie of Lead, SD, Mr and Mrs Frank Herriott, Mr and Mrs Claude Rankin and Jean, Mr and Mrs Fred Hunter and Mrs Pearl Thompson of Bedford, Mr and Mrs Doud Hunter and Dale of Sharpsburg, Blaine Hunter of King City, Mo, Mr and Mrs Cecil Hayes, Conception Jct, Mo, Mr and Mrs Fred Skeen and J. W. Armstrong of Auburn, Nebr, Mr and Mrs Melvin Vawter and Mrs Belle Weaver of Coin, Mr and Mrs Frank Arnott of Nodaway and Mrs Frank Simmons of Shenandoah.

Glassgow, Marion Edward Glassgow, son of Marion Robert and Belle Glassgow, was born Feb 5, 1899, near New Market. He died June 18 (1956) at Hill City, SD. His early years were spent in Iowa where his parents farmed.He later moved to the Black Hills in South Dakota. He was married Jan 28, 1933, to Alma Richardson. To this union was born one son, Edward jr. The deceased first owned a restaurant in Rapid City and later another in Lead.In 1934 he entered the employment of the Homestake Mining Company in Lead and remained there until 1952. During this time he owned businesses in Deadwood, Sturgis, and Rapid City. For the past 2 1/2 years he had made his home with his son. Survivors include his wife, Alma; one son, Rev Edward Glassgow of Hill City; one stepson, Dewayne, Lead; four grandchildren: one brothers, Ray, of New Market; one sister, Essie Morris of Rawlins, Wyo. He was preceded in death by his parents and two sisters. Funeral services were conducted from the Campbell Funeral Home at Rapid City, SD, June 21, 1956, with Rev Reddings in charge. He was then brought to Clarinda where services were conducted from the Walker Funeral Home June 23, with Rev G.R. McGhghy in charge. Vocal music was by Aletha Hutchings and Doris Forbes. Organist was Aletha Hutchings. Casket bearers were Dale Combs, Earl McAlpin, Eugene McAlpin, Tommy Harris, Joe Journey and Ralph Pratt. Burial was in the Dallas Center Cemetery.

Glassgow, Mary Elizabeth McAlpin, born Johnson co, Ind, Nov 9, 1847 and died Sep 27, 1925. At age nine to Davis co, Iowa later to Taylor co where she married Charles A. Glassgow Mar 31, 1867. To them were born three sons. She was preceded in death by one sister, Mrs Alice Harris, May 31, 1867. The sons are M.E. of New Market, William R. and Walter Franklin, both of Loveland, Colo. She leaves her husband, 3 sons, one sister, Mrs Effie Taylor of New Market, two half-sisters, Mrs Dora Western of Villisca, and Mrs Abbie Hunter of New Market. Also two half brothers, L.A. McAlpin of Villisca and G.R. McAlpin of Clarinda, eleven grandchildren and three great grandchildren, besides a host of relatives and friends. When but a girl she gave her heart to God and united with the Christian church, later transfering her membership to the M.E. church at Dallas Center.

Glassgow, Myron E. Glassgow, son of Charles A. and Mary E. was born in Taylor county May 3, 1871 and died at the place of his birth Mar 14, 1931. Familiarily known as "Mina." He has two brothers, William R. and Walter F. of Loveland, Colo.

Glassgow, Charles Andres Glassgow was born at Cadis, Harrison county, Ohio, Apr 25, 1843 and died Dec 5, 1837 in Dallas twp, Taylor co, Iowa. He was the son of William C. who moved from Ohio to Illinois at an early date and then settled on a farm in Dallas twp in 1857. He was the youngest of nine children. He married Mary E. McAlpin Mar 21, 1867. He served in the war in Co A 4th Ia Cav. He served as a guard on the train which carried Jefferson Davis as prisoner from Washington, Ga to Macon, Ga.

Glassgow, Mary Belle Hunter, daughter of Jiles and Virginia Hunter, was born near Danville, Iowa, Oct 16, 1873 and died Feb 22, 1937 at Omaha, Nebr. She was married to Marion Robert Glassgow Jan 14, 1892 and to them were born five children. They were married at Bedford, Iowa. Their five children are: Opal Belle, died in infancy, Allie of Wichita, Kans; Essie of New Market; Edward of Lead, SD; and Ray Glassgow of New Market. She is also survived by eight grandchildren and 4 brothers.

Glassgow, - Lewis R. Glassgow, 60, died at the Clarinda Municipal Hospital June 4 (1969) after a lingering illness and having been hospitalized for over a month. He was the son of Walter and Grace Nevin Glassgow, and was born on a farm near New Market. He worked for many years on the Taylor County roads as a road patrol operator and continued with his work until Dec 24, 1968. He was a member of the New Market Church of Christ. He is survived by his wife, the former Ruby Fine Renfro, five children, Leo Glassgow, Shambaugh, Mrs William (Ruth) Black, Clarinda, Mrs Burton (Jean) Strong, New Market, Ray Glassgow, Shambaugh, Robert Glassgow, Carinda. Three brothers are Earnie Glasgow, New Market, Estle Glassgow, Clarinda, Carl Glassgow, Loveland, Colo, and a sister Mrs Dave (Alta) Malcom, Greeley, Colo. He has 11 grandchildren. Funeral services were conducted from the Walker Funeral Home June 7, with Rev. George White of the New Market Methodist Church in charge. Burial was at the Dallas Cemetery cemetery north of New Market.

Glassgow, Nellie Myrtle Williams, 3rd daughter of Jonas and Amanda Williams was born Feb 23, 1871 on a farm 4 miles northeast of New Market. She was married Jan 21 1891 at the same home in which she was born to Franklin Allen Glassgow who died in 1918. There were six children born to them, Jessie A. Lohr of Portland, Or, Charles F. of San Mareo, Ca, Hazel G. Byrd of Sausalito, Calif, Wesley J. of Mill Valley, Calif, Willis A. of Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Mrs Glassgow died at San Leandro, Calif. Services were held 25 of Aug. Members of the Eastern Star, Royal Neighbors, American Legion Auxiliery, and the History Club.

Glassgow, George Washington, son of William and Julia Glassgow, was born Oct 24, 1870 and died Mar 7, 1931 at Omaha, Nebr. He was married to Ada Bramble in Oct 1901. Four children were born to them, 1 son, James, died Jan 1910. His wife died Oct 10, 1916. In 1918, he remarried to Duffield Webster who also preceded.

Glassgow, Grace M. Nevin was born in Jackson co, Mo and moved with her family to Taylor county at age 5 where she lived the rest of her life near New Market. She was the mother of 6 sons and 2 daughters. A member of the Church of Christ of New Market, baptized Nov 10, 1924. Preceded by her sister Clara Osburn and daughter Ollie Alice McDermitt who died Apr 3, 1951. She is survived by children: Charley of Loveland, Colo, Earnie of New Market, Lewis of New Market, Ora of Phoenix, Ariz, Carl of Loveland, Colo, Estle of Clarinda; one daughter, Mrs David (Alta Mae) Malcom of Greeley, Colo; and one brother, Harry Nevin, of New Market.

Gant, Russell Hobart - Russell Hobart Gant, was born April 7, 1905 and passed to the Great Beyond at the Missouri Methodist hospital at St Joseph, Mo., May 24, 1936, at the age of 31 years, 1 month and 17 days. He united with the Church of Christ at Siam, Iowa, at the age of 16, in September 1921, during evangelistic meetings conducted by the Rev Johnson. He has been very active in church work, being superintendent of the Sunday school for the past three years. Russell spent his entire life in Taylor county, receiving his early education in Mason township. He afterward attended Bedford high school, graduating in the spring of 1925. On April 3, 1929, at Clarinda, Iowa, he was united in marriage to Audra Fern Smith. To this union was born one son, Hobart Dean. He followed the occupation of farming all his life. Devoted to his family, he was a loving husband and a kind and affectionate father. He will be greatly missed, both at home and by his friends and neighbors. He is survived by his loving wife and son, Hobart Dean, his father and mother, Mr and Mrs Charles Gant, one brother, Orval Gant, four sisters, Mrs Mabel Carmichael, Mrs Mary Allison, Mrs Alma Bix, all of New Market, Iowa, Mrs Ethel Gray of Siam, Iowa, also four brothers-in-law, four nieces and three nephews. The funeral was conducted by the Rev Roy Gibson, pastor of the Church of God at Kansas City.

from the Bedford Free Press, Wednesday, July 4, 1917 OBITUARY OF W.E.GINN William Ellis Ginn, son of John and Rachel Ginn, was born near Jamestown, Ohio, July 10, 1828. He was married in 1846 to Mary E. Real in the Christian church at Dayton, Ohio. To this union were born seven children, six sons and one daughter; John Henry Ginn, Haddam, Kan; Mrs. Adaline Riley, Clearfield, Iowa; Thomas of Conway, Iowa, and William, his twin brother, who died in early manhood. C. A. Ginn of Lenox, Iowa; O.P. Ginn, deceased, and B.F. Ginn of Bedford, Iowa. His wife, Mary Ginn, died april 15, 1861. On March 27, 1862 he was again married to Mrs. Kate Moody at Dayton Ohio. To this union were born three children; Mrs. Kate Cassada of Conway, Iowa; Mrs. Maggie Erickson of Creston, Iowa, and Samuel A. Ginn of Ft. Riley, Kan. In 1890 he left Greene county Ohio, and emigrated to Henry County Iowa, where he resided until 1876, at which time he removed to Taylor county, Iowa, where he has since resided. His wife, Kate Ginn, passed away Nov. 11, 1898. During the civil war Mr. Ginn purchased horses for the United States Government. He was wont to tell his grandchildren how the Morgan horses purchsed in the Ohio Valley helped to win the war. He received a common school education and was an excellant penman even in his decling year. His religious affliations were with the Until Presbyterian chuch and at the time of his death was a member of the church at Clearfield, Iowa. He departed this life June 30, 1917, at the home of his daughter, Mrs. F. A. Cassada at Conway, Iowa, at the age of 88 years, 11 month and 20 days. He leaves to mourn his loss besides his children, 37 grand children 35, great grand children and 3 great great grand children, besides a host of friend. Funeral services were conducted at the home of Mrs. Cassada on Sunday, July 1, 1917, by Rev. Wood of the Presbyterian church of Sharpsburg. Interment was made in the Conway cemetery. Thanks again for posting this, Nancy Franklin Scott - scott9087@bellsouth.net
MRS. CHARLES A. GINN DIED HERE, SUNDAY Cora Barngrower the only daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jackson Barngrover, was bon in Taylor county, Iowa, on January 19, 1863 and died at her home in Lenox, on July 25, 1937, at the age of 74 years, 6 months and 6 days. In the year 1882, she was married to Charles a. Ginn, who died in 1918. Four children were born, two of whom preceeed her in death, Erma and Glady. Mrs. Ginn is survived by one daugher and on son, Mrs. Jessie Franklin of Denver, Colorado and james, of Lenox, she is also survived by one brother, Wesley Barngrover, of Huntley, Nebr., 4 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren. Early in life she united with the Methodist church. Always a faithful member and willing worker, she worked until broken health would no longer permit her to serve. Although her health had been gradually declining, still, when the passing came, as a result of a geart attack, it was sudden and gentle. Thanks for posting this, Nancy Franklin Scott - scott9087@bellsouth.net
Ginn, William Ellis HONORED AND RESPECTED CITIZEN PASSES AWAY With the passing away of "grandpa," or rather William Ellis Ginn from our midst last Saturday, Conway and the country hereabouts has lost one of it's most valued citizens and one perhaps whose memory will long, be assoicated with man associations of former days. The gentleman passed away peaceably at the home of his son-in-law, F. A. Cassade, at the ripe old age of 88 years, 11 months and 20 days. The remains were laid to rest in the Conway cemetery Sunday followed by a host of relatives and friends. The following is a complete obituary of the deceased and honored citizen as taken from the family bible; William Ellis Ginn, son of John and Rachael Ginn, was born near Jamestown, Ohio, July 10, 1823. He was married in 1846 to Mary Elizabeth Real, in the Christian church at Dayton, Ohio. To this union was born seven children; six boys and one girl; John Henry Ginn, of Hadden, Kansas; Mrs. Adaline Riley, Clearfield, Iowa; Aaron Thomas, of Conway; and William, his twin brother, who died in early manhood; Charles A., of Lenox; Oliver Perry, deceased; and Benjamin Franklin, of Bedford. His wife Mary Ginn, died April 17, 1861. On March 27, 1862, he was again married to Mrs. Kate Moody at Dayton, Ohio. To this union was born three children; Mrs. Kate Casada, Conway, Iowa; Mrs. Maggie Erickson, Creston, Iowa; and Samuel A. Ginn, of Ft. Riley, Kansas. In 1869, he left Green Co., Ohio, and emigrated to Henry, County, Iowa, where he resided until 1876 at which time he removed to Taylor county, Iowa, where he has since resided. His wife, Mrs. Kate Ginn, passed away November 11, 1898. During, the Civil War Mr. Ginn purchased horses for the U.S. Government and was want to tell his grandson how the Morgan horse purchased in the Ohio Valley helped to win the war. He received a good education in the common school and was on excellent penman, even in his declining years. His religious affiliation were with the United Presbyterion church. Nancy Franklin Scott - scott9087@bellsouth.net

[116] Gay, Darold Dene - Funeral services for Darold Gay, age 78 of Omaha,
formerly of Bedford, who died Monday, December 18,
2006 in Omaha, Nebraska were held Wednesday,
December 20, 2006 at 10:30 a.m. at the Ritchie Funeral
Home with Reverend Jerry White officiating. Interment
with military rites accorded by the John F. Hardin
American Legion Post No. 164 were held in the Fairview
Cemetery in Bedford. Memorials can be given in his name.
Please leave a message of tribute to the Gay family on our
web page, www.ritchiefuneralhome.com under Obituaries.
Arrangements were entrusted to the Ritchie Funeral Home
of Bedford.

Darold Dene Gay was born in Clarinda, Iowa on April 18,
1928, the twin son of Sherman Gay and Clarbell (Bosley)
Gay. He grew up attending school in Clarinda and in
November of 1950 he answered the call to serve his
country serving in the Army National Guard until he was
honorably discharged in November of 1952. On September
23, 1956, he was united in marriage to Barbara Jean Oxley.
The couple just celebrated their 50th Wedding Anniversary.

Darold worked for the City of Clarinda and Berry's Seed
Company. And while living there he enjoyed roller
skating, working part-time for the Roller Rink. Over the
years, he became a Champion Roller Skater, receiving
many pins for his Championships. The couple later moved
to Omaha where he worked for St. Joseph Hospital for
thirty years as a custodian. He loved being outdoors
mowing lawns for neighbors and friends, working in his
garden and tending to the flowers. Left to cherish Darold's memory are his loving wife of 50
years, Barbara Gay of Omaha, Nebraska; a daughter, Viva
Brandon and husband Roy of Shenandoah; two sons,
Robert Gay and wife Sherrie; and Allen Gay and wife
Terri, all of Omaha, Nebraska; eight grandchildren and
great-grandchildren; a brother Pierce Gay and wife Gladys
of Bettendorf, Iowa; and a sister Ruth of Oklahoma City;
along with many nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.

Preceding Darold in death were his parents Sherman and
Clarbell; a twin brother Harold and other siblings.

May God grant comfort and strength to those who mourn
Darold's passing.

[117] Glass, Don

Funeral services for Don Glass, age 91 of Bedford, who died
Monday, August 20, 2007, at the Bedford Nursing & Rehab
Center were held Saturday, August 25, 2007, at 10:30 a.m. at the
Ritchie Funeral Home in Bedford. Burial was held in the
Fairview Cemetery in Bedford. Memorials can be directed to the
Mount Ayr Hospice. Memories can be shared with the family on
our website at www.ritchiefuneralhome.com under Obituaries.
Arrangements were entrusted to the Ritchie Funeral Home of
Bedford.

[118] Glass, Dorothy Julienne Souder. Funeral Services for Dorothy Glass, age 84 of Bedford who died Wednesday, October 11, 2006 at the Alegent Health Mercy Hospital in Corning were held Saturday, October 14, 2006 at 10:30 a.m. at the Ritchie Funeral Home in Bedford.

Interment was held in the Fairview Cemetery in Bedford. Memorials can be given in Dorothy's name. Memories can be shared with the family on our web page at www.ritchiefuneralhome.com under Obituaries. Arrangements were entrusted to the Ritchie Funeral Home of Bedford.

Dorothy Julienne (Souder) Glass was born January 21, 1922, in Elm Creek, Nebraska the daughter of Samuel Francis (Mike) Souder and Anna Mae (Lunsford) Souder. When Dorothy was just one year old, her family moved from Nebraska to Bedford, Iowa so they could be near many of the other Souder family members.

Dorothy grew up in the Bedford area attending school and graduating from the Bedford High School. During her school years, Dorothy was very active in 4-H. After high school, Dorothy taught in area rural schools. In May of 1942 she was united in marriage to Ray Vernon Glass in Maryville, Missouri.

To this loving union two children were born a son Ron and a daughter Jeannie. After their marriage, Dorothy and Ray lived in Moses Lake, Washington where they did custom farming. The couple moved back to Bedford in 1984 when they retired.

Dorothy loved to visit with family and friends. She was a member of the First Baptist Church in Bedford and was also a member of several area clubs. She enjoyed flowers, sewing and doing arts and crafts. When she was no longer able to live at home, Dorothy moved to the Bedford Nursing & Rehab Center where she enjoyed many of their activities, especially Bingo.

Left to cherish Dorothy's memory are her son Ron Glass and wife Paula of Bedford; a daughter Jeannie Moore of Salinas, California; six grandchildren; fifteen great-grandchildren; many nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.

Preceding Dorothy in death are her parents Samuel Francis and Anna Mae Souder; her husband Ray Glass in 1990; a granddaughter Lori Ann Moore; and an infant great-granddaughter, Erica Brill.
May God grant comfort and strength to those who mourn Dorothy's passing.

[119] Glass, Helen Victoria Dunn - Funeral Services for Helen Glass, age 89 of Bedford [Iowa] who died Wednesday, March 16, 2005 at the Bedford Nursing & Rehab Center were held Saturday, March 19, 2005 at 10:30
a.m. at the Ritchie Funeral Home in Bedford. Interment was held in the Fairview Cemetery in Bedford. Memorials can be given in Helen's name. Please leave a message of tribute to the Glass family on our web page, www.ritchiefunralhome.com under Obituaries. Arrangements were entrusted to the Ritchie Funeral Home of Bedford.

Helen Victoria Dunn Glass was born July 12, 1915, in Bedford, Iowa the daughter of Albert Joseph Dunn and Ona (Stickelman) Dunn. She was the youngest of four children. Helen was baptized at a young age at the Clarinda Christian Church. When Helen was 11 months old the family moved to Clarinda where she grew up attending school and graduating with the Class of 1933. Helen and Don's romance began one
evening after a home high school football game. On May 15, 1934, she was united in marriage to Donal H. Glass in Clarinda. Two children were born to bless this union.

Don and Helen made their home on a farm near Clarinda. In 1939, they moved to a farm near Bedford and farmed there for fourteen years. In 1952, they purchased Case Implement in Bedford, being in business together for fourteen years. Upon their retirement they moved to Moses Lake, Washington where they lived for five years. They then moved to Camanche, Iowa to be near their daughter Elaine and
family where they lived for four years. In 1987 they returned to Bedford. Don and Helen celebrated their 70th Wedding Anniversary in 2004 with over 250 guests, truly blessing Don, Helen and their family.

Don and Helen attended the First Baptist Church in Bedford where they were long-time members. Helen was a member of the Hopkins Christian church. This was a very bright spot in her life as the church members were wonderful to her. Together they enjoyed traveling all over the United States, Canada and Mexico. Over the years, Helen served as treasurer of AFS for many years and was on the board for the
United Way. She served as Taylor County 4-H Chair Person and was named an honorary member in 1958. She also served as treasurer, vice president and president of the Bedford Business and Professional Women and was named as Woman of the Year. She had previously been a member of the Rebekah Lodge as well as belonging to various other clubs.

Left to cherish Helen's memory are her husband Donal H. Glass of Bedford; her daughter Evelyn Elaine Everhart and husband Jesse of Camanche, Iowa; seven grandchildren, Marty Glass of Dallas, Texas; Lori Glass Findley of Dallas, Texas; Tammy Everhart Creacy of Borger, Texas; Tim Glass of Dallas, Texas; Jeff Everhart of Beaver Dam, Wisconsin; Dena Glass Moore of Independence, Missouri; and Dan Glass of Ballwin, Missouri; thirteen great-great-grandchildren; three great-grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends.

Preceding Helen in death are her parents, A.J. and Ona Dunn; a son David Neil in 2004; two brothers, Elton Dunn and Oren Dunn; and a sister, Verla Dunn Hurdle.

The Lord gave, and the Lord hath taken away. Blessed be the name of the Lord. May God grant comfort and strength to those who mourn Helen's passing.

[120] Goff, Shirley Irene

Shirley Irene "Queen of America" Goff, 68, of
Lenox, formerly of the Creston area, died Monday, Sept. 3,
2007 at the Lenox Care Center in Lenox. Funeral services
will be 10 am Thursday, Sept. 6, 2007 at the Powers
Funeral Home in Creston. Burial will be at the Graceland
Cemetery, south of Creston. Open visitation will be from 3
to 5 pm Wed. at the Powers Funeral Home 601 New York
Ave. Creston. Online condolences may be given under the
obituary category at www.powersfh.com

[121] Glassgow, Estle, age 88, of Clarinda, Iowa, died Tuesday, January 4, 2005, at Westridge Care and Rehab Center, Clarinda, Iowa. Funeral services will be held 10:00 a.m., Saturday, January 8, 2005, at Walker-Merrick Funeral Home, Clarinda, Iowa with Rev. Walden Paige officiating and Rev. Craig Larson assisting. Visitation with the family will be 7-8 p.m., Friday, January 7, 2005 at the funeral home. Burial will be in the Dallas Center Cemetery, rural New Market, Iowa. Memorials may be directed to Westridge Care & Rehab Center or to Heartland Hospice, Red Oak, Iowa. Walker-Merrick Funeral Home, Clarinda, Iowa is in charge of arrangements.
Estle Warner Glassgow was born July 24, 1916, in Taylor County, Iowa, to Walter Glassgow and Grace (Nevin) Glassgow. He was united in marriage June 29, 1940, to Theda Cade at the Little Brown Church, Nashua, Iowa. Estle farmed in the New Market area and then he worked at M.H. I. and the Lisle Corporation. After retiring from Lisle Corporation he did mowing at the Clarinda Country Club. He was a member of the Masonic Lodge. Estle liked to play cards and he was an avid gardener.
Preceding Estle in death were his parents; wife, Theda (8/27/04), son, Roger Glassgow, sisters: Ollie Reed, Alta Malcom; brothers: Charley Glassgow, Earnie Glassgow, Lewis Glassgow, and Orie Glassgow.
Survivors include son, Ron Glassgow and wife Peggy of Springfield, Missouri; daughter, Rita Glassgow and friend Dan Bashor of Clarinda, Iowa; grandchildren: Sue McConnell, Perry Glassgow, Randy Glassgow and wife Sara, Michelle Glassgow; great grandchildren: Crystal McConnell, Shawn McConnell; step great grandchildren: Mikayla Smail, Matthew Maurer, Claire Maurer; brother, Carl Glassgow of Loveland, Colorado; nieces and nephews.

[122] Gray, Paul. Funeral services for Paul Gray, age 79 of Clearfield, formerly of Blockton who died Sunday, April 8, 2007, at his home in Clearfield was held Thursday, April 12, 2007, at 10:00 a.m. at the Ritchie Funeral Home in Bedford. Visitation was held Wednesday from 4:00 to 8:00 with the family greeting friends from 6:00 to 8:00. Burial was held in the Rose Hill Cemetery in Blockton. Memorials can be given in Paul's name. Arrangements were entrusted to the Ritchie Funeral Home of Bedford.

[123] Gray, Richard Edson "Dick"

Funeral services for Richard Gray, age 85, of Lenox, who died
Wednesday, September 21, 2005, at the Alegent Health Mercy Hospital
in Corning were held Sunday, September 25, 2005 at 2:00 p.m. at the
United Methodist Church in Lenox. Following the serviced at the
United Methodist Church interment with military rites accorded by the
Parkinson American Legion Post No. 250 were held in the West
Fairview Cemetery in Lenox. Casket Bearers included Todd Calvin,
Mitchell Calvin, Harlan Miller, Roland (Butch) Miller, Howard Stoaks
and Jeff Gray. The Lenox Rotary Club members served as Honorary
Casket Bearers. Memorials can be given in his name. Arrangements were
entrusted to the Ritchie Funeral Home of Lenox.

Richard "Dick" Edson Gray was born south of Lenox, Iowa on April
13, 1920, and passed away peacefully on September 21, 2005, at the
age of 85 following a courageous battle with cancer. His parents, Perry
and Bonnie (Larimer) Gray and his brothers, Bill, Bob, Jim and Charlie
Gray preceded him in death. Surviving him is his loving wife of almost
60 years, Wilma, his brother Jack and wife Judy of Lenox, his brother
Tom and wife Kay of Lincoln, Nebraska, their families, and the family
members of his departed brothers. Also surviving him are Wilma's
sisters, Alberta Calvin and her husband James, Hazel Stoaks, Lela
Spoonemore, their families, and the family members of Wilma's
departed brothers and sisters.

Dick lived virtually all of his life in Lenox. He attended Lenox
schools, graduating in the Class of 1939. During his high school days,
he was an accomplished athlete, playing on the basketball team that
competed in the State Tournament in 1938. With the onset of World
War II, he entered the United States Army, serving with distinction
from 1943 to 1945, primarily in Greenland. Wilma and Dick were
united in marriage on November 7, 1945, shortly after Dick returned
from military duty, and he began working in Lenox with his father as
an electrician. He then worked at Davis Elevator, followed by Country
Boys Elevator and Tote Systems, until he retired in 1981.

Dick devoted his life to Wilma and his family, but also spent countless
hours involved in a variety of civic and community activities. He was a
member of the Lenox United Methodist Church for over 50 years,
serving as the Head Usher for most of those years. Dick was
Commander of the Lenox American Legion Post for a period of time
during his almost 60 years as a member. He was also an active member
of the Lenox Rotary Club, the Taylor County Veterans Affairs
Committee, and served as a volunteer fire fighter for many years.
Known as "the weatherman", Dick was the local area weather
recorder, receiving a distinguished service award from the United
States Department of Commerce for 45 years of service.

Most people acknowledged that Dick had a tremendous recollection of
the history of Lenox and the surrounding area. He enlightened us with
stories about his life in Lenox, and could ride the streets and country
roads and remember the history of almost every house and building.
He enjoyed bowling, golf and the art of simple conversation among
friends, particularly when the subject involved the history of Lenox.
Who will ever forget when he jokingly used the term "knot head" to
describe a particularly ornery animal or maybe even a person in one of
his stories about life in Lenox? Wilma and his family have fond
memories of Dick setting up camp at the Iowa State Fair and in
Branson, Missouri, enjoying Wilma's great cooking and putting up her
Christmas decorations, and playing cribbage and 500 at family
gatherings.

May God grant comfort and strength to those who mourn
Richard's passing.

[124] Grey, Edna

Funeral services for Edna Grey, age 92 of Bentonville,
Arkansas, formerly of Lenox, Iowa, who died Saturday,
December 22, 2007 at Bentonville, Arkansas were held
Thursday, December 27, 2007 at 10:30 a.m. at the St.
Patrick's Catholic Church, Lenox, Iowa with Reverend
Leonard Kenkel as celebrant. Visitation with the family
was held Wednesday, December 26, 2007 at Ritchie
Funeral Home, Lenox, Iowa. Burial was in the West
Fairview Cemetery, Lenox, Iowa. Memorials may be
directed to St. Patrick's Catholic Church. Memories and
condolences may be shared with the family on our web
page, www.ritchiefuneralhome.com under Obituaries.
Arrangements were entrusted to the Ritchie Funeral Home
of Lenox.

[125] Guilliatt, Anna. Funeral services for Anna Guilliatt, age 87 of New Market, who died Tuesday, October 16, 2007 at her home were held Saturday, October 20, 2007 at 10:30 a.m. at the Ritchie Funeral Home in Bedford. Burial was held in the Memory Cemetery in New Market. Memorials can be directed to the New Market Fire & Rescue or the New Market Civic Club. Memories can be shared with the family on our website at www.ritchiefuneralhome.com under Obituaries. Arrangements were entrusted to the Ritchie Funeral Home of Bedford.

[126] Gunson, John Robert

               John Robert Gunson 74, of Caldwell, Texas died on August 15,
2005, near Council Grove, Kansas. Graveside services, arranged by
Eickemeyer Funeral Chapel, were held at the Fairview Cemetery in
Bedford, Iowa, on August 20, 2005, with David Dukes officiating.
               John was born to Jerry and Luverne (Miller) Gunson on August 4,
1931, in Loveland, Colorado. John was a postman n Houston, Texas,
before he retired.
               John is survived by cousins Joe and Judy Gunson of Colorado
Springs, CO; John and Janet (Gunson) White of Colorado Springs, CO;
Dean and Jo Barks of Bella Vista, AR; and Jack and Virginia (Barks)
Winston of Prairie Village, KS.