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[ARTHAUD, FRANKLIN LAWRENCE] Bedford Times-Press, Thursday, July 22, 1943, p. 5 Frank L. Arthaud, Former Resident Dies Funeral services for Attorney Frank L. [ awrence] Arthaud, whose death occurred at Chillicothe, Missouri Monday, July 19, were held from there Tuesday morning, conducted by Rev. Glen Beaty, pastor of the First Methodist Church. The body was brought to his former home, Bedford, for burial. Mr. Arthaud who was 81 years old, was born in Henry County, Iowa. He received his education in Iowa schools and served his district as senator in the state legislature. He also was former cashier of the State Bank at New Market and was superintend of schools at Winfield. He was admitted to the bar in 1897. Five children survive. They are Mrs. J. R. Campbell, Mrs. Lawrence Dennis and Charles Arthaud, all of Chillicothe; Capt. Paul Arthaud of the United States Army, and Judge J. B. Arthaud of New London, Missouri, judged of the Ralls County court. [ARTHAUD, FRANKLIN LAWRENCE] Bedford Times-Press, Thursday, July 29, 1943, p. 8 Obituary – Frank L. Arthaud Attorney Frank L. [awrence] Arthaud, who recently underwent a major operation at Chillicothe hospital, died at that institution Monday morning, July 19. The body was taken to the Meinershagen Funeral Home from which place the funeral services were conducted by the Rev. Glen Beatty, pastor of the First Methodist church, Wednesday morning. Burial was in a cemetery at Bedford, his former home. He was one of fifteen children. A son of Emil and Susan Arthaud, he was born in Henry County, Iowa, April 23, 1862. He received his education in the school and colleges of Iowa. He was married to Miss Maggie Wideman in December, 1886, whose death occurred July 1, 1931 in Chillicothe. He was married a second time December 13, 1940, to Dr. Frankie Burgess, who survives. He also is survived by five children, Mrs. J. R. Campbell and Mrs. Lawrence Dennis and Charles Arthaud, all of Chillicothe; Capt. Paul Arthaud of the United State Army and Judge J. B. Arthaud of New London, judge of the Ralls County court. Also surviving are twelve grandchildren and three great grandchildren. Mr. Arthaud had been a resident of Chillicothe for 40 years. While a resident of the state of Iowa Mr. Arthaud served as a state senator in the legislature, he was cashier of a bank at New Market, Iowa, and was superintendent of schools at Winfield. He was admitted to the bar in 1897. He practiced for years in the Livingston and adjoining county circuit courts. At one time he was interested in the reclaiming of Grand River lowlands. Although 81 years of age, Mr. Arthaud was very active and continued his court practice. Mr. Arthaud's parents and his four brothers died in their 81st year as he did. ---The Chillicothe Constitution-Tribune. Bedford Free Press, Thursday, July 22, 1897, p. 2 F.[ranklin] L. [awrence] Arthaud was notified by telegram Monday of the death of his brother, Jacob Arthaud, who died Sunday, July 18, from a surgical operation for appendicitis. Mr. Arthaud left for Olds, Monday afternoon, to attend the funeral. Bedford Times-Republican, Thursday, February 29, 1912, [p. 1] John Arthaud Dead John Arthaud, who formerly resided west of Bedford, died in Chillicothe, Mo., and his remains are being brought to New Market. Interment will be at Guss. Bedford Times-Press, Thursday, September 30, 1943, [p. 1] Capt. Paul Arthaud Dies In Plane Crash Capt. Paul Arthaud, youngest son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Frank Arthaud of Bedford, was killed in an airplane accident last week. He had just visited his family in Miami Beach, Florida, and was returning to duty, expecting to be sent for service overseas, when the plane in which he was riding collided with another plane. Both were burned. Capt. Arthaud is survived by his wife, two sons, a married daughter and a granddaughter. The funeral services were held in Lincoln, Nebraska, last week. Lincoln was their home. Bedford Times-Press, Thursday, February 14, 1946, [p. 1] Kenneth Brice Dies From Injury Funeral services for Kenneth Brice, who died at a hospital in Grand Island, Nebraska, Wednesday night, will be held at the Wetmore Funeral Home in Bedford at 2 o'clock Saturday afternoon. Rev. Gordon F McLean will officiate. Kenneth received injuries Monday night in a fall from the third story of a hotel in Kearney, Nebraska. [BRICE, KENNETH BRADLEY] Bedford Times-Press, Thursday, February 21, 1946, [p. 1] Attend Last Rites for Brice Among those from out of town who attended the last rites for Kenneth Brice Saturday were Mr. and Mrs. George Little, Mrs. Chloe Wisdom and King, Mr. and Mrs. Walter Stanley, Mr. and Mrs. Irwin Oxley, Mrs. Gladys Rich, all of Des Moines; Roy Churchill, Mrs. Virgil Kinnison of Ottawa, Kansas; Mr. and Mrs. Roy Steen of New Sharon, Iowa; Mrs. Georgiana Webb of Burlington; Harold Johnson of Omaha. [BRICE, KENNETH BRADLEY] Bedford Times-Press, Thursday, February 21, 1946, p. 4 Obituary – Kenneth Brice Kenneth B. [radley] Brice, son of Mr. and Mrs. Elmer T. [homas] Brice was born March 11, 1914 at Bedford. He attended the Bedford Public School, graduating with the class of 1933. Later he attended a technical college in Fort Wayne, Indiana, returning to Bedford in 1936 where he was employed by the Ford Motor Company. On May 20, 1939 he married Lois Marie Steen of Blockton. In 1941 they moved to Burlington, Iowa and later to Grand Island, Nebr., where they resided until Kenneth received his call to service in 1942. In March 1944 he was honorably discharged from the Navy and returned with his wife to Grand Island, where he was employed as a salesman for Sidles Company. Kenneth died early Thursday morning in the St. Francis Hospital in Grand Island, at the age of 31. His death was the result of injuries received in a fall. He is survived by his wife, his parents, and one sister, Mrs. George Little and her husband. He was a member of the Presbyterian Church, the Bedford Lodge of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows, and of the American Legion. The funeral services were held at the Wetmore Funeral Home, Saturday afternoon, conducted by Rev. Gordon F. MacLean. Burial was in the Fairview cemetery. Bedford Times-Press, Thursday, January 27, 1983 Charles Brown, 93 Final Rites Held January 25 Funeral services for Charles Calvin Brown, 93, of Blockton, were held January 25 in Shum-Novinger Funeral Home in Bedford with Rev. Carl Cummings in charge. Mr. Brown died January 22, 1983 in Ringgold County Hospital in Mount Ayr. Interment was at Rose Hill Cemetery, Blockton. Charles Calvin Brown, son of Dave Brown and Susan Hecker Brown, was born near Pattonsburg, in Davis County, Missouri July 30, 1889. He grew to maturity in the area where he was born where he attended the public school and the Christian Church. He became a member of the Christian Church as a young man. On February 4, 1909 he was united in marriage to Debbie Palmer at Kansas City, Kansas and they resided on farms in Missouri until they moved to Fremont County, Iowa in 1926 and to Taylor County Iowa in 1928 where he has continued to reside. To this union six children were born: Harold, Jessie, Bessie, Homer, Cuma and Dean H. [arry] Brown. Charles was engaged in farming as long as health permitted and has continued his interest in the farm operation and the new methods of farming as they have been brought in to usage. He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, Debbie, who died in 1975 and his son Harold who died in 1980; four brothers and three sisters. He was the last member of his immediate family. Left to cherish his memory are the five children; daughters-in-law: Grace and Vera Brown and sons-in-law: Lewis Combs, Otto Peterson and Leland Stitt; 14 grandchildren; 43 great grandchildren; other relatives and friends. [BROWN, DEBORAH ORA "DEBBY" PALMER] Bedford Times-Press, Thursday, April 26, 1975 Debby Brown, 83, Last Rites Held Tuesday Funeral services for Mrs. Charles C. (Debby Ora) Brown, 83, of Blockton, were held Tues., April 29, at Shum-Novinger Funeral Home in Bedford with Carl Cummings officiating. Mrs. Brown died April 26, 1975 at Clearview Nursing Home in Mount Ayr. Interment was at Rose Hill Cemetery, Blockton. [BROWN, DEBORAH ORA "DEBBY' PALMER] Bedford Times-Press, March 2015 Joyce Ann Baker Brown passed from this life into heaven on March 11, 2015 at the age of 65 years, 7 months and 18 days. Joyce, the second child of Otis Ray and Freda Aldene Fletchall Baker, was born July 23, 1949 at the St. Francis Hospital in Maryville, MO. She lived her childhood in Worth County, MO and briefly in Sheridan, MO. Joyce, raised in the Assembly of God church in Grant City, accepted Jesus as her Savior at the age of 13 and was baptized. She graduated from Grant City R-1 school in 1967. After graduation she moved to Des Moines and worked at Look Magazine. She returned home to Grant City and worked at GC Cap Factory for several years. After becoming too ill to work full time, she became a childcare provider. Joyce was diagnosed with Hodgkin's disease in 1968, 16 days after her 19th birthday. The doctors gave her six months to live but Joyce and God had different plans. She bravely fought seven different kinds of cancer the next 46 ½ years. Although cancer and its horrible side effects was a big part of her life, it did not define who she was! In 1982, after eleven years of marriage, their son Jason joined their family from South Korea. It was love at first sight and he instantly became the light of Joyce's life. Joyce loved Blockton and became very involved in church and community activities. Joyce loved playing cards, dominoes and board games. She also loved hosting Thanksgiving dinner for the family and was famous for her ham balls. Most times family was elbow to elbow in their home but no one cared. She could also make a wicked batch of noodles and homemade bread. She had a wonderful, contagious smile. Joyce lived well but better yet—loved well. She will be greatly missed. Joyce is survived by her husband Richard, and cat Zeebee, of the home; son Jason, Pella, IA and Tiffany Green, Blockton, IA; mother Freda Baker; siblings, Judy Claypool and husband Roy, Jack Baker and wife Nancy, Janet Brown and husband Donald, Jeanne Cavin and friend Russell McPke and Julia Cavin and husband Dennis; mother-in-law Bernice Brown; sisters-in-law Patricia (Sue) Clark and husband Bob, and Shirley Molt and husband Delbert. She is also survived by two uncles, Harold Fletchall and Roy Cape; one aunt, Leona Davidson and many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Preceding her in death is her father, Ray Baker; father-in-law Rex Brown and brothers-in-law, Rex and Steve Brown. Funeral Services were 11:00 A.M. Saturday, March 14, 2015 at the Blockton Christian Church with interment was in the Rose Hill Cemetery in Blockton, Iowa. Rev. Scott Marcum officiated. Arrangements were under the direction of the Prugh-Dunfee Funeral Home in Grant City, Missouri. Bedford Times-Press, August 1, 1985 Services here for infant. Funeral services for infant, Elizabeth Jayne Chrouser were held July 29 at the Shum-Novinger Funeral Home in Bedford with Jon 2 Palmquist officiating. Burial was at Fairview Cemetery in Bedford, Iowa. Elizabeth Jayne Chrouser, infant daughter of Rev. and Mrs. Bruce Blakely and Jayne Ellen Hardee Chrouser of Novelty, Missouri, died early Friday morning, July 26, 1985 at the University Medical Center in Columbia, Missouri. She was born early Thursday morning, July 25, 1985 in the Kirksville Osteopathic Hospital in Kirksville, Missouri. She is survived by her parents; a sister, Meredith Ann of the home; grandparents, Mrs. Alfred James Chrouser of Lexington, Kentucky, and Mr. and Mrs. Robert Hardee of Bedford, Iowa; great-grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. James H. Stagg of Harrodsburg, Kentucky, Mrs. Paul L. Routt of Lexington, Kentucky, Mrs. Emory I. Hardee Sr. and Mr. and Mrs. Halbert G. Hensley, both of Bedford, Iowa. She is also survived by several aunts, uncles and cousins. She was preceded in death by her grandfather, Alfred James Chrouser in April, 1981. Bedford Times-Press, Thursday, August 27, 1936, [p. 1] George Dean, 88, Dies Here Thursday George Dean, 88, died suddenly at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Frank Wright in Bedford about 6 o'clock this morning. Mr. Dean had been in his usual health for a man of advanced years and his death came unexpectedly. He had been a resident of Taylor County for many years. The funeral services will be held at 2:30 o'clock Saturday afternoon, conducted by Rev. J. Stanley Decker. [DEAN, GEORGE WESLEY] Bedford Times-Press, Thursday, September 3, 1936, [p. 1] Hold Funeral Services For G. Dean Saturday Funeral services for George W. Dean, 88, who died at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Frank Wright, in Bedford, Thursday, August 27, were held at the Walker & Shum Funeral Home Saturday afternoon, conducted by Rev. J. Stanley Decker. Burial was in the Fairview cemetery. George W. [esley] Dean was born Oct. 22, 1847 near Newton, Ohio. He came to Clarke County, Iowa, when he was twelve years of age and moved to Taylor County in 1869. Since that time he had resided in this county, with the exception of six years spent in the state of Washington. He was married to Louisa Ellen Barnhill, and to them were born five children, one dying in infancy. His wife died in 1912. Surviving are his four children: Faye F. [rank] Dean of San Jose, Calif.; Mrs. [Jessie] Mae Jenks of Sharpsburg; Mrs. Nettie Wright of Bedford; Omar J. Dean of Bridgeport, Nebr.; and a niece whom they also reared, Mrs. Agnes McClain of St. Joseph, Mo. there are also ten grandchildren, and ten great grandchildren. Mr. Dean united with the Methodist church in 1874 and was always a faithful member. He was a kind father and a friend to all. Bedford Free Press, Thursday, June 6, 1912, p. 5 Obituary – Mrs. Louisa Ellen Dean, whose maiden name was Barnhill, was born in Hocking County, Ohio, April 18, 1845, and died at Kennewick, Wash., May 29, 1912. In her childhood she, with her parents, moved to Clark County, Iowa. In the year 1866 [1868], she was united in marriage to George W. [esley] Dean. To this union were born five children, the youngest dying in infancy. The family moved to Taylor County, settling first in Clayton Township and later in Blockton. About six years ago she, with her husband, moved to Kennewick, Wash. While not in the enjoyment of firm health her death was not anticipated. Up to within a day or two she had attended to the usual duties of the home. For many years she had been a member of the M. E. church, taking an active interest in the affairs of the local organization where she lived. Besides her husband she leaves to mourn her loss two daughters, Mrs. Frank Wright, of Bedford, and Mrs. C. [larence] M. Jenks, of Tingley, Iowa, two sons, Fay F.[rank], of Kennewick, Wash., and Osmer [Omer] J. Dean, of Bridgeport, Neb. Also a brother, F. [ranklin] P. [ierce] Barnhill, of Osceola, and a sister, Miss Helen Barnhill, of Conway, and a niece whom she raised from infancy, Miss Agnes Newton. The funeral was held at the home of Frank Wright in this city, Monday, June 3, Rev. W. B. Thompson preaching the sermon. Interment was in Fairview cemetery. [DEAN, LOUISA ELLEN BARNHILL] Bedford Times-Press, Thursday, April 16, 1936, [p. 1] W. C. Johnson, 54, Dies At Hospital W. C. Johnson, 54, died at the Missouri Methodist hospital in St. Joseph, Thursday evening, April 9, after a short illness. The funeral services were held at the Baptist church Sunday afternoon, conducted by Rev. W. H. Hoge. Burial was in the Fairview cemetery. W. [illiam] C. [ody] Johnson, son of William and Elizabeth Johnson, was born Feb. 4, 1882, near Blockton, Iowa. He was married to Lillie L. [eota] Branson in the year 1909. To them were born two daughters, Mrs. Pauline Sharp of Conway and Mrs. Helen Sharp of Hopkins. Surviving with the wife and two daughters are the two sons-in-law, Oscar Sharp and Edward Sharp, two granddaughters, Betty Lou Sharp and Lois Jean Sharp, four brothers, H. A. Johnson of Buffalo, Wyo., J. G. Johnson of Sheridan, Mo., C. F. Johnson of Leavenworth, Kans.; four sisters, Mrs. Ina Matheny of Blockton, Mrs. Ora Murray of Barnard, Kans., Mrs. Verda Nash of Hillsdale, Wyo., and Mrs. Olive Dungy of Hardy, Ark. He was preceded in death by his parents and one sister, Lala Martin of Farmington, Minn. He was a member of the First Baptist church of Bedford, having been baptized with his family a number of years ago, all being in the baptistery at one time. He followed the occupation of farming all of his life. He was devoted to his family, was a loving husband and a kind and affectionate father. He will be greatly missed at home and by his friends and neighbors. [JOHNSON, WILLIAM CODY] Bedford Times-Press, Wednesday, September 23, 1992 LEONARD E. KILZER - Funeral service for Leonard E. [arnest] Kilzer of Sharpsburg, Iowa was held September 17 at the Sharpsburg Methodist Church with Rev. Al Rusk officiating. Services were held September 18 at Lincoln Memorial Funeral Home in Lincoln, Neb. Interment was at Lincoln Memorial Park, Lincoln, Neb. Leonard Kilzer died Tuesday, Sept. 15. He was born March 23, 1913 in Seward, Neb. He was raised on a farm and graduated from Seward High School. He was a florist for 45 years in Lincoln, Neb. On November 11, 1983 he married Mary Alice Smith. They lived near Sharpsburg on a farm. They attended Sharpsburg Methodist Church. He is survived by wife, Mary; one brother Homer M., Omaha; one sister, Ruth Burk, Lincoln; four children, Paul, Madrid, Iowa; Kay Jones, Tahachad, Calif., Chrystal Ferguson and Patty Kilzer, Lincoln; eight step-children, Mary Baker, Lincoln; Dorothy Barbara, Tampa, Fla.; Geraldine Reed, Tower City, Penn.; David Smith,, Shawnee, Kan.; Sharon Burgmaier, Bedford; Darlene Smith, Kansas City, Mo.; Vera Fisher, Omaha, Neb.; Rosalie Vansever, Seffner, Fla.; and numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren. Bedford Times-Press, Thursday, November 7, 1963, [p. 1] Douglas Leroy King Dies In France Arrangements for a graveside service for Douglas Leroy King, four month old son of Mr. and Mrs. Frank D. King, are pending at press time. Douglas King died Oct. 28 in Fontainebleau, France. The body was flown to a military mortuary in Dover, Delaware and will be brought to Bedford where a graveside service will be held at Fairview cemetery. Celebration of Life Services for Louise Jones, age 93, of Lenox who passed away early Thursday morning in Creston will be held Saturday, September 20, 2014, at 3:00 PM at the Lenox United Methodist Church. Visitation with the family greeting friends will be at the church from 1:30 until service time. Interment will be held at the North Fairview Cemetery in Lenox. The Ritchie Funeral Home of Lenox was entrusted with the arrangements. Ila Louise (Jeanes) Jones was born February 15, 1921, in rural Ringgold County, the daughter of James (Billy) and Mary Etta Bye Jeanes. She grew up in the rural Mount Ayr, Iowa area and graduated from Mount Ayr High School in 1939. She then taught for one year at a country school. On August 7, 1940, she was united in marriage to Alva Jones in Mount Ayr. To this loving union of 66 years, four children were born: Ronald Dale, Donald Dean, Vicki Sue, and Nancy Ann. Louise and Alva raised their family on the farm near Clearfield. They lived and worked there until 1997 when they moved to Lenox. She took great pride in both her garden and helping Alva with the baby pigs and other farm chores. She was an avid and competitive pitch player. She and Alva taught many of their grandchildren how to play the card game. They also spent many an afternoon at the Tingley Congregate Meal Site playing bingo and both took pleasure in going fishing with family, neighbors, and friends. Louise had an excellent memory and remembered all the important family milestones. She also kept meticulous notes in her diaries and often referred to them in conversations for details about weather. She was a member of the United Methodist Church for over fifty years. Left to cherish Louise's memory are her children Ronald and Shirley Jones of Joplin, Missouri, Donald and Sharon Jones of Washington, Iowa, Vicki and Dennis Huffman of Melcher, Iowa, and Nancy and David Riley of Lenox, Iowa; grandchildren Mike (Mary) Jones; Mitch (Rene) Jones, Melissa (Richard) Brown, Manda McClure, Kurt (Jessica) Jones, Greg (Laurie) Jones, Marcy (Ron) Fadness, Lisa (Dave) Lentell, Allison Riley, Aaron (Stephanie) Riley, and Alyssa Riley; great-grandchildren Elizabeth Louise and Ruth Jones, Jessica, Andrea, Sara, Mallory (Cesar) Aguilar, Ben, Lauren, Mark, Nathan, Luke, Mathew, John, and Thomas Jones, Samuel and Jacob Brown, Hayden McClure, Kessa, Justice, and Amara Jones, Ryker and Henley Jones, Laurel and Erick Fadness, Nastia and Alex Lentell, and Megan, Savannah, and Alexis Riley; and great-great-granddaughter Meckinley Aguilar. Louise is also survived by her numerous nephews, nieces, cousins, neighbors, and friends. Louise was proceeded in death by her husband, Alva Jones; parents, James (Billy) and Mary Etta Jeanes; sisters Merle Greeley, Emiline Jeanes, Doris Freeman, Margaret Matthews, Evelyn Reynolds; brothers Lloyd Jeanes, Paul Jeanes; Ned Jeanes, Robert Jeanes, and Donald Jeanes. She will be greatly missed and lovingly remembered by her children, grandchildren, other relatives, and friends. We take great comfort in knowing she's in the loving arms of Jesus and with her beloved husband and relatives who were waiting for her. We will forever hold our precious memories in our hearts. May you be at peace in God's loving care. [KING, DOUGLAS LEROY] Bedford Times-Press, Thursday, November 14, 1963, p. 5 Final Rites for Douglas King Graveside services for Douglas Leroy King were held November 8 at Fairview cemetery in Bedford. Douglas Leroy King was born June 13, 1963 at Orleans, France, and died in his sleep October 28, 1963 at Thomery, France. He was the son of Frank D. and Gloria King. His father was stationed overseas at the time of Douglas' death. He is survived by his father, mother, a sister, Angela, grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Frank F. King of Bedford and Mrs. W. E. Cavin of Blockton, and a number of aunts and uncles. [LIVINGSTON, MINERVA AMANDA STRETCH] Blockton News, Thursday, October 11, 1923, [p. 1] Mrs. Richard Livingston Dead Mrs. R. Livingston passed away at her home in Blockton Tuesday evening about 7 o'clock after a several days' illness. As we go to press Wednesday noon, complete arrangements for the funeral had not been made. Obituary next week. [LIVINGSTON, MINERVA AMANDA STRETCH] Blockton News, Thursday, October 18, 1923, [p. 1] Obituary – Minerva Amanda Stretch, daughter of Andrew and Malinda Stretch, was born in Muscatine County, Iowa, near where Nichols is now located, on October 15, 1848 and died at her home in Blockton October 9, 1923, aged 76 years, 11 months and 24 days. She was united in marriage with Richard Livingston on Feb. 10, 1863 and resided in Muscatine County until 1883 when they moved to Taylor County where they resided on a farm north of Blockton until 1906 when they moved [to] Blockton where they have made their home. Four sons were born to this union, Marion A., Charles M. [ilton] , Alfred L. and William A. [nderson]----all of whom survive the mother, except Charles M.[ilton] who died two years ago. Her husband with whom she lived 60 years survives her. Four grandchildren also survive her. Her father was a class leader in the Methodist church and organized a class in his own home shortly after moving to Iowa in 1844 when no religious services were being held as the country was thinly settled. Being blessed with a Christian home like this she united with the church at an early age, being a member of the Blockton Methodist church at the time of her death. She was very faithful in ministering to the sick, thus doing her Master's service and winning a host of friends. Funeral services were held at the Methodist church Thursday afternoon at 2:30 o'clock, conducted by J. A. Brownlee, pastor, and interment was made in Rose Hill cemetery. [LIVINGSTON, MINERVA AMANDA STRETCH] Blockton News, Thursday, July 12, 1928, [p. 1] Richard Livingston Dead Richard Livingston, who has been in very poor health for several weeks, died at the home of his son, W. [illiam] A. [nderson] Livingston, south of Gay Center, early Tuesday morning. Mr. Livingston had lived four score years and ten, plus 8 months and 13 days, being a native of Tioga County, New York. His firs 21 years were spent in New York and Indiana. He had been a resident of Iowa for 70 years, living in Muscatine and Taylor Counties. He came to Taylor County in 1883. He enlisted in Co. A., Eleventh Iowa Volunteer Infantry in September 1861, and at the battle of Shiloh received a gunshot wound in his left wrist which disabled him for further active duty and he was honorably discharged. He was married to Miss Minerva A. Stretch in Muscatine County Feb. 20, 1863. Mrs. Livingston preceded him in death a few years ago. Bedford Times-Republican, Thursday, June 25, 1914, p. 2 Obituary – Mary Elizabeth Lomax Mrs. Mary Lomax, who suffered a stroke of paralysis a short time ago, died at her home here, Thursday, June 18. Funeral services were held at the Christian church at 10 a. m., Saturday, conducted by Elder Mart Gary Smith. Interment was in the Fairview cemetery. Mary Elizabeth King was born near Abingdon, in Knox County, Illinois, Dec. 8, 1864 [1842], and died at her home in Bedford, June 18, 1914, aged 67 years, 6 months and 10 days. Deceased was of a family of three children, her brother, J. F. King, who lives in Bedford, and a sister, who has been dead for many years. Her husband, N. [athan] L. Lomax, died five years ago. At the age of twelve she united with the Christian church and has been a faithful member through all the years since. [LOMAX, MARY ELIZABETH KING] Bedford Free Press, Tuesday, June 30, 1914, p. 3 Obituary – Mary Elizabeth Lomax Mrs. Mary Lomax, who suffered a stroke of paralysis a short time ago, died at her home here, Thursday, June 18. Funeral services were held at the Christian church at 10 a. m., Saturday, conducted by Elder Mart Gary Smith. Interment was in the Fairview cemetery. Since the death of her husband five years ago, until stricken a few weeks ago, Aunt Mary, as her intimate friends called her, has declined all proffers of aid from relatives and has supported herself and kept up her church obligations. Meeting everyone with a pleasant word and a kindly smile, ready to assist in time of sickness or trouble, she has brought sunshine to a large number of people, who considered her death a personal bereavement. For nearly half a century as a member of the Christian church here, she was one of its most devoted members and faithful attendants. On the Sunday before her death, she wept when the church choir sang, because she could not attend the service. James King, brother of the deceased, was constantly at her bedside, as was her niece, Mrs. Allie Burnside, who sacrificed her own business in Denver, to come here and minister to her aunt. Mary Elizabeth King was born near Abingdon, in Knox County, Illinois, Dec. 8, 1864 [1845] and died at her home in Bedford, June 18, 1914, aged 67 years, 6 months and 10 days. Deceased was of a family of three children, her brother, J.[ames] F. King, who lives in Bedford, and a sister, who has been dead for many years. Her husband, N. [athan] L. Lomax, died five years ago. At the age of twelve she united with the Christian church and has been a faithful member through all the years since. Bedford Free Press, Thursday, January 16, 1908, [p. 1] Death of N. L. Lomax On Monday evening the death angel again appeared in this vicinity and claimed all that was mortal of Nathan L. Lomax, an old and highly esteemed resident of Bedford. He has been a sufferer for a long time but has stood all his pain and agony with that Christian fortitude characteristic of the man. He was born near Monmouth, Ill. May 8, 1840, and died January 13, 1908, aged 67 years, 8 months and 13 days. In the fall of 1863 he was married to Miss Mary King and they moved to Bedford in 1868, this being their home continuously since. He joined the Christian church at Abingdon, Ill., when he was but sixteen years of age and from that time never faltered in the faith. He was a deacon in the church of that denomination here and had been in that same position for over thirty years without a break in his service. He was a kind and affectionate husband and father, a good neighbor and a true friend. The funeral was held from the Christian church Wednesday afternoon, conducted by Elder Hendricks, assisted by Rev. S. E. Henry. The bereaved relatives have the sympathy of all in their hour of sorrow. [LOMAX, NATHAN L.] Bedford Times-Republican, Thursday, January 16, 1908, p. 9 An Old Settler Gone Nathan L. Lomax died at his home in Bedford at 4 o'clock on Monday, January 13th, age 63 [67] years. The funeral services were held at the Christian church at 2 p. m. Wednesday, conducted by Rev. Hendrickson. The deceased had been a resident of Taylor County for nearly forty years, and while he had never been in public life, in the course of so long a time he had formed a large acquaintance, and no man stood higher in the estimation of all. Deceased was born in Knox County, Illinois, and grew to manhood there. After attaining maturity, Mr. Lomax was married to Miss Mary King, the wedding taking place in Knox County, which was also the girlhood home of his bride. Soon after they had plighted their nuptial vows, Mr. and Mrs. Lomax came to Iowa, settling in Clayton Township, Taylor County, in the fall of 1868. For almost a quarter of a century they lived on the old farm, and then deciding to move to town where Mr. Lomax could follow his trade of carpentering and building, they removed to Bedford, where ever since they made their home. No children ever came to gladden their fireside, and of his immediate family, Mr. Lomax is survived only by his devoted and sorrowing wife, a brother and two sisters. The brother is Elijah Lomax, of Stanberry, Missouri, and the sisters are Mrs. Rachel Jewett, and Mrs. Mary E. Catt, who reside in Kansas and Nebraska, respectively. At an early age Mr. Lomax united with the Christian church, and to the day of his death he was an earnest, faithful Christian, a conscientious and active worker in the vineyard of the Master. As a husband he was kind and devoted, and as a neighbor and friend he was cheerful, accommodating and unselfish. While his sphere of direct influence was restricted to his own locality, none may know what effect his unostentatious, straight-forward, God-fearing life may have had on those with whom he came in contact, nor how far-reaching may have been the influence for good of his example. He was every day the same, and died as he lived---with ill feeling for none, with the fear of none save his God in his heart, and with an earnest belief that all would be well in eternity. Bedford Times-Press, Thursday, September 29, 1949, p. 7 Obituary – Vinson W. McMath Vinson W. [illis] McMath, son of John and Margaret McMath, was born Oct. 30, 1884 in Henry County, Iowa, and died at his home in Creston, Sept. 19, 1949, aged 64 years, 10 months, 19 days. He was married March 18, 1908 to Elsie B. [elle] Bice at Wapello, Iowa. For many years he lived near Clearfield but upon retirement from farming, he retired to Creston in 1936. Mr. and Mrs. Mattie McMath were the parents of nine children, Clone and Norma J.[ean] preceded their father in death. Surviving are four sons, Don, Marion, and Floyd of Creston, Marle [Merle] of Des Moines; three daughters, Ruby McMath of Creston, Thelma McLaughlin of Dixon, Ill., and Veva Carlson of Chicago; five brothers and three sisters. Funeral services were held in Creston conducted by Rev. C. P. Hoffman of Clearfield. Burial was in the Clearfield cemetery. Bedford Times-Press, Thursday, January 30, 1941, [p. 1] Al K. Morris Succumbs Had Been Resident of Bedford 50 Years A. K. Morris, Bedford businessman and long-time resident of the community, died at the Terrill Hospital Home Friday morning, Jan. 24 after a lingering illness. He was 69 years of age at the time of his death. The funeral services were held at the Church of Christ in Bedford Sunday afternoon, conducted by Rev. Ben Sinderson. Burial was in the Fairview cemetery. Alfred Kendel Morris was born in Platt County, Nebr., Dec. 6, 1871. At that time the family was enroute to the West Coast, later residing at Walla Walla and Spokane, Washington. In the heart of the great timberland, all persons looked to the lumber business for a livelihood, and in his earlier years, A. K. was engaged in this work. His residence in Bedford began in 1890 when he was 19 years of age. On Oct. 22, 1894 he was married to Mrs. Mellie Snyder. One son was born to them, Paul Morris of Bedford. As head of the family, Mr. Morris also cared for and guided the lives of his four stepchildren; Miss Myrtle Snyder of the home, Carl Snyder of Bedford, Jess Snyder of Jasper, Ark., and Babe Snyder of Denver, Colo. Surviving with his wife and children are a brother Walter Morris of Red Bluff, Calif., and a nephew, Purves Morris of Wenatchee, Wash. Since 1916, Mr. Morris and his son Paul had been engaged in the Tire and Battery Business in Bedford. For eight years prior to that he operated the local theatre. Formerly a member of the Knights of Pythias lodge, he had had no recent affiliations except his membership with the Christian church, which extends over a period of more than forty-five years. He was always interested in and supported the work of the church. Mr. Morris was a quiet, well-informed and respected citizen. [MORRIS, EMILY SUZANNE "MELLIE" SEBILLE SNYDER] Bedford Times-Press, Thursday, January 19, 1956, [p. 1] Mrs. A. K. Morris Died Monday A. M. Mrs. A. [lfred] K. [endall] Morris, 95, long-time resident of Bedford and community, died at St. Francis hospital, Maryville, early Monday morning, January 16. Mrs. Morris suffered a cerebral hemorrhage on January 3 and never regained consciousness. Funeral services were held at the Christian church, Wednesday afternoon, conducted by Rev. Wilbur G. Travis. Burial in Fairview cemetery. Mrs. Morris is survived by a daughter and three sons. They are Miss Myrtle Snyder, Carl Snyder and Paul Morris of Bedford; Babe Snyder of Denver, Colorado. [MORRIS, EMILY SUZANNE "MELLIE" SEBILLE SNYDER] Bedford Times-Press, Thursday, January 26, 1956, [p. 1] Held Last Rites For Mrs. Morris Jan. 18 Mrs. A. [lfred] K. [endall] Morris, a resident of Bedford and community for 90 years, died in St. Francis hospital, Maryville, Monday, January 16 after having been in failing health for several years. Last rites were held at the Christian church, Wednesday afternoon, January 18, conducted by Rev. Wilbur G. Travis, pastor of the church. Burial in Fairview cemetery. Mellie Suzanne Sebille, daughter of Alexis and Pauline A. Sebille, was born Dec. 11, 1860, in Tama County, Iowa, and died at the age of 95 years, one month, five days. In 1865 the family moved to Taylor County and located on a farm six miles east of Bedford, where she grew to womanhood. On Dec. 20, 1882 she was married D. [avid] A. [ddison] Snyder of Bedford. To them six children were born: Edie May, Pearl Naomi, Myrtle Lorraine, Carl, Jesse and Babe. Edie May and Pearl Naomi were taken in early childhood and Mr. Snyder passed away in 1893. On Oct. 22, 1894 she was married to A. [lfred] K. [endall] Morris of Bedford. To them one son, Paul, was born. Mr. Morris passed away Jan. 24, 1941 and her son, Jesse Snyder in February of the same year. Mrs. Morris had been a member of the Christian church for 65 years. She was a faithful member of both the Loyal Standby Sunday School class and of the Wild Rose club, attending each as long as her health permitted. She is survived by one daughter, Myrtle Snyder of Bedford; three sons, Carl Snyder and Paul Morris of Bedford, Babe Snyder of Denver, Colo.; one brother, Alexis Sebille of Los Angeles, Calif.; 12 grandchildren, 21 great grandchildren, three great great grandchildren. Mrs. Morris was tenderly cared for in her home and during her last illness in the hospital, by her children. Bedford Times-Press, Wednesday, February 19, 1992 LEO O'GRADY [Francis] Leo O'Grady, son of William and Josephine was born at Conway, Iowa March 29, 1918 and departed this life February 7, 1992 at the Mercy Hospital in Corning, Iowa at the age of 73. He lived in and graduated from high school in Conway and attended Catholic Church faithfully. Most of his adult life was centered around the Conway area where he was engaged in farming except for three years during World War II. Leo enlisted in the United States Coast Guard and received an honorable discharge in 1945. In 1951, Leo was united in marriage to Helen Standard and to this union one son, Richard Michael, was born. He was preceded in death by his father and mother and infant twin sisters. Left to cherish his memories are Helen of the home, stepson Roger Standard and wife Connie now residing in Greenbrier, Ark., son Richard O'Grady and wife Judy of Bedford. Grandchildren include Kathleen Standard of Grinnell, Iowa and Roger Allen Standard of Greenbrier, Ark. Leo was a very gentle and giving person and he will be missed by his family and friends. [PFANDER, MARTHA ELVIRA TROST] Bedford Times-Press, Wednesday, October 28, 1992 MARTHA E. PFANDER - Funeral service for Martha E. Pfander was held Monday, Oct. 26, 1992 at Novinger-Taylor Funeral Home with Rev. Mel Smith officiating. Music was provided by Mildred Stacy, organist. Pallbearers were Curtis Barker, Burton James, Gary Lehman, Kent Barker, Lowell Dixon, Steve Blazek. Honorary pallbearers were Richard Wilson and Richard Fitzgerald. Interment was at North Fairview Cemetery, Lenox, Iowa. Martha E. (Trost) Pfander was born to Roxie and Christopher Trost on November 23, 1911 southwest of Lenox and died at Mercy Hospital in Corning on October 23 at the age of 80 years, 11 months. She was united in marriage to Burl J. [oseph] Pfander on April 2, 1931. They were engaged in farming for 47 years in the Sharpsburg-Gravity area. They were members of the Christian Church in Gravity. Preceding her in death were her parents, husband Burl, two sisters, Annis Reynolds and Carrie Bunn, five sisters-in-law, and six brothers-in-law. Left to cherish her memory are son Donald and wife Rosie, daughter Janet and husband Ronald Barker, one sister, Alta Eberly, two sisters-in-law, Myrtle Hartshorn and Pearl Pfander, one brother-in-law, Cloyd Pfander, six grandchildren and nine great grandchildren; a host of nieces, nephews, neighbors and friends. She was a very special person to many people. Clarinda Herald Journal, Monday, July 3, 1978 Burl Pfander was area farmer GRAVITY —Burl Pfander, 71, was found dead in a field on their farm north of here last week. He had been farming the site six miles north of here for the past 24 years. He is survived by his wife; two children, Don at Corning and Janet (Mrs. Ron) Barket [Barker] in Colorado, and six grandchildren. Services were conducted from Novinger Funeral Home in Bedford Saturday afternoon with burial at Lenox. Bedford Times-Press, Wednesday, ARIKA MCKENZIE RUSSELL Arika McKenzie Russell, the stillborn daughter of Jeff and Rhonda Russell, was delivered on February 18, 1994. Left to cherish her memory are her parents, Jeff and Rhonda Russell, sister Lee Anne, grandparents Lonnie and Barbara Russell, TyAnn and Robi Simmons, and Ron and Brenda Deal, great grandparents Arnold and Lola Million, and Gracie King, and great-great grandmother, Maxine Wallace, several aunts, uncles, and cousins. Her final resting place is Babyland, Fairview Cemetery in Bedford, Iowa. Bedford Times-Republican, Thursday, February 18, 1904, p. 3 Friday's Items Mr. and Mrs. John Sawyer mourn the death of their little son, which occurred last night. The little fellow had been ailing yesterday, but last evening appeared to be in good spirits, playing about the house. This morning the little form was cold in death when they awoke. The parents are nearly prostrated with grief. While no arrangements for the funeral have yet been made it will doubtless be held on Sunday. [SAWYER, HALBERT WHITTINGTON] Bedford Free Press, Thursday, February 18, 1904, [p. 1] Is Now With The Angels The Infant Son of Mr. and Mrs. John Sawyer Goes to Sleep to Wake No More This Side Eternity Died, at the residence of his grandparents, Bedford, Iowa, Friday, February 12, 1904, Halbert Whittington Sawyer, aged 4 months, 17 days. Funeral will be held at the Whittington home at 2:30 Sunday afternoon, conducted by Rev. T. J. Ream. Interment in Fairview cemetery. The above is the simple, formal announcement of the death of a sweet, innocent babe. It tells not of the heartaches, the tears, the moans, the sighs and the vacancy left by the departure. Human words and human sympathy are inadequate to convey to the heartbroken ones any great consolation in the hour of such great bereavement. God alone can bind up the wounds and heal the lacerated hearts of those passing through such deep waters of affliction. To Him alone must the sorrowing ones look for grace and strength and courage to meet the exigencies of life, and that they will do so is not doubted. Faith in His every act will let them exclaim, "The Lord gave, the Lord hath taken away, blessed be the name of the Lord." Thursday the little cherub was a bright, happy, cooing, laughing boy, with every prospect of a long and eventful life. Thursday his doting parents were planning great things for their darling boy. Thursday night this pride and joy of fond parents went quietly to sleep on his mother's breast. And now another picture, sad and awful presents itself. Friday morning that mother looked into the half closed eyes of only the casket that once contained her precious gem. In vain she looked, in vain she spoke. Those beautiful eyes gave not token of a mother's love and a mother's anguish, and no prattling tongue responded to mother's anxious voice. During the still watches of the night angels came and carried the spirit back to the arms of the Father, leaving only the little house in which the true Halbert took up his abode for so short a time. No one can explain the mystery now, but all will be revealed in God's own time. The bereaved parents, Mr. and Mrs. John Sawyer, mourn the loss of their loved one, but can look up through their tears and know they can meet their darling on the other shore and this thought cheers them in their loneliness. Sunday afternoon at 2:30 many friends gathered at the home and paid their respects to the departed one. Rev. Ream spoke words of comfort and hope, and pointed all to the "Lamb of God that taketh away the sins of the world." Grandfathers Whittington and Sawyer carried the white casket from the home and gently deposited it on the laps of the bereaved parents, who sadly bore their darling one to its narrow bed in Fairview. Sad, sad was that journey, and the hearts of many sorrowing friends went out in tender sympathy. May this lesson not be lost, teaching all the uncertainty of life and the certainty of death. Bedford Times-Press, Wednesday, November 6, 2002 DAMION MICHAEL SEATON Graveside funeral services were held Tuesday, November 5, 2002 for Damion Michael Seaton, infant son of Sandy and Chad Seaton at the Fairview Cemetery in Bedford. Services were entrusted to Ritchie Funeral Home. Damion is survived by his parents, Sandy and Chad; two brothers, Harley and Seth; his twin sister, Kayla, all of Bedford; paternal grandmother, Diana Marlene Key, Clarinda; paternal great grandparents, Norman and Sis Hawn, Bedford; Godparents, Kari and Chris Hutchings, Prescott; several aunts, uncles and other relatives. Preceding Damion are his maternal grandparents, Betty Louise Johnson and Alva Lyle Stevens and paternal grandfather, Edgar Seaton. Iowa South-West, Saturday, May 10, 1879, p. 3 Obituary DIED---In this city, Monday the 5th inst., Joseph C. Snyder, aged fifty years, 7 months and 12 days The deceased was a native of Ohio, but removed with is parents to Illinois when eighteen years of age. He professed conversion at fourteen, and became a member of the Methodist church, in which connection he lived till his death. His disease was consumption, and his sufferings at time severe. He bore all, however, with Christian resignation and died in the triumph of faith. He leaves a large family in a dependent condition. At his own special request his funeral took place from the Baptist church. The services were held Tuesday at two o'clock p. m. [SNYDER, JOSEPH C.] Bedford Argus, May 8, 1879, p. 5 Died on Monday the 5th inst in this city, Joseph C. Snyder, aged 50 years, 7 months and 12 days. His funeral took place from the Baptist church at 2 o'clock on Tuesday. Bedford Times-Press, Thursday, November 18, 1971 Last Rites Held Nov. 11 for Myrtle Snyder Funeral services for Myrtle Lorraine Snyder, 86, of Bedford were held November 11 at Shum-Novinger Funeral Home in Bedford conducted by Rev. Ray C. McCain. Miss Snyder died November 9, 1971 at Pearl Terrace Manor here where she had made her home for almost three years. Interment was at Fairview Cemetery, Bedford. Myrtle Lorraine Snyder, daughter of [David] Addison and Mellie Sebille Snyder, was born in Taylor County Iowa, September 10, 1885. Her parents lived in the East Mission community until her father passed away when she was eight years of age and the family then moved into Bedford where she has since continued to reside. She attended the Bedford Public Schools and was a part of the various school, community and church activities. She was a member of the Christian Church of Bedford for over 70 years. She loved her Church and was active as long as her health permitted her to attend. She was preceded in death by her parents; her stepfather, A. [lfred] K. [endall] Morris; brothers, Carl Snyder, Jess Snyder, Ernest Snyder and a half brother, Paul Morris. Left to cherish memories are two- sisters-in-law, Nora B. Morris of Bedford and Mary Beard Snyder of Jasper, Arkansas; nieces and nephews; cousins; other relatives and many friends. Myrtle loved her family and she was faithful to the daily care and needs in the home. Her garden and flowers received her kind attention and gave her much joy in return. She was a kind and loving daughter, sister, friend and neighbor and she will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved her. Lenox Time Table, Wednesday, February 28, 1979, p. 3 Services Held For Harry P. Spoonemore Harry P. Spoonemore, 67, died Feb. 22 at his home in Lenox. The service was Sunday, Feb. 25 at Larkin-Bender Funeral Home, the minister of the Christian Church, Jack Cutbirth, officiating. Norma Paymal was organist. Casket bearers were Roy Martin, Kenneth Reason, Paul Calvin, Harlan Grimm, Gail Dean Matheny and Harry Dale Matheny. Military rites were conducted by Parkinson Post No. 250 of the American Legion. Interment was in North Fairview Cemetery. Harry P. [aul] Spoonemore, the son of Ben and Mary Spoonemore, was born Dec. 10, 1911 in Taylor County. In 1946 he was married to Lula Mae Eiler. They were the parents of one daughter, Janice. Harry served in World War II in the infantry and heavy artillery in Europe. He ran a hatchery first in Diagonal, then in Lenox. He loved music, played banjo and guitar, and taught others. He leaves his wife Lula Mae, who cared for him through the years of illness; his daughter, Mrs. Gary Horton of Modesto, Calif.; two grandchildren in whom he delighted, David and Leslie Horton; three sisters, Faye Ingram of Des Moines, Nellie Harper of Lenox, and Ruby Dow of Colorado; a brother, Harvey (Bud) Spoonemore of Lenox. His parents, a brother, Glenn and a sister, Gertrude, preceded him in death. Bedford Times-Press, Wednesday, February 17, 1988 LOGAN SCOTT THORNTON Funeral services were held for Logan Scott Thornton on Tuesday, Feb. 9, 1988, 2 p.m. at Bedford Baptist Church with Rev. Ted DeHass as the minister. Interment was at Babyland, Fairview Cemetery, Bedford. Logan Scott Thornton, infant son of Murray Scott and Christina Ann, was born at Bergan Mercy Hospital in Omaha, Ne. on January 15, 1988, and went to be with the Lord on February 7, 1988 at the age of three weeks and two days. Left to cherish his memory are his parents, Murray and Christina; his brother, Shaun Leslie; his grandparents, John and Beverly Thornton, Mike and Shirley Warner; great grandparents; and many aunts, uncles, and cousins. Although he was only on this earth but a short time, he touched the lives of many. He was truly a special gift of God sent to enrich the lives of those who loved him and to bring them closer together. Bedford Times-Press, Thursday, April 28, 1960, p. 10 Mrs. Wilson Wray Buried Here Friday Funeral services for Mrs. Wilson Wray of Bedford were held at the Shum-Novinger Funeral Home on Madison, Friday afternoon, April 22. Rev. Anthony Blankers of the Bedford Methodist church officiated. Burial in Fairview cemetery. Nellie Miller was born June 24, 1876 near Clayton, Illinois. The family later moved to Myrtle Tree community near Maryville, Mo., where she grew to womanhood. She was married to Wilson Wray in 1897. In 1940, Mr. and Mrs. Wray left their farm home and moved to Bedford. Mr. Wray passed away April 17, 1953. In February of 1958, when her health began to fail, Mrs. Wray entered the Armstrong Nursing Home, where she died April 19, 1960, at the age of 83 years, nine months, 25 days. She is survived by two sisters, Mrs. Mae Miller of Parkville, Missouri and Mrs. Daisy Partridge of Maryville. Also by a number of nieces and nephews. Mrs. Wray was a member of the Bedford Methodist church. She was a kind and helpful neighbor. Bedford Times-Press, Thursday, April 23, 1953, [p. 1] Wilson H. Wray Died Here Friday Wilson Wray died at his home in Bedford April 17. Funeral services were held at the Wetmore Funeral Home Monday afternoon, conducted by Rev. Robt. M. Peters. Burial was in Fairview cemetery. Wilson Hinkle Wray was born Oct. 31, 1872, near Pickering, Mo., and died at the age of 80 years, 5 months, 16 days. He was one of a family of twelve children of Alonzo and Mary Weaver Wray. He was married to Nellie Miller Nov. 9, 1897. They made their home on a farm in the Myrtle Tree community until they came to Bedford in 1940. He is survived by his faithful companion of more than 58 years, and by two sisters: Mrs. D. A. Ziegler of Madison, Kansas and Mrs. C. F. Brown of Camas, Wash. Mr. Wray was a member of the Methodist church at Pickering and on coming to Bedford, transferred to the Methodist church here. Bedford Times-Press, Thursday October 5, 1944, [p. 1] D. B. Wright Dies At Home Oct. 4th David Bennett Wright died at his home at the northeast edge of Bedford early Wednesday morning, October 4, following an illness of several weeks. The funeral services will be held at the Walker & Shum Funeral Home at 2 o'clock Friday afternoon, October 6. [WRIGHT, DAVID BENNETT "BEN"] Bedford Times-Press, Thursday October 12, 1944, p. 7 Obituary – D. B. Wright David Bennett Wright, son of Stewart and Maggie Wright, was born November 24, 1873 near Olathe, Kansas, and died at his home near Bedford Wednesday, October 4, 1944, at the age of 70 years, 10 months and 10 days. On October 23, 1907 he was married to Florence Bullock of Blanchard, Iowa. To them five daughters and five sons were born: Walter, Wayne, Lee and Lyle, all of the U. S. Navy; Alice Murphy of Blanchard, Mabel Vawter and Hazel Moore of Bedford, Helen of Washington, D. C., Mildred and Cecile at home. Surviving with the wife and children are 15 grandchildren, one niece, Mrs. A. L. Stein of Fort Collins, Colorado, and one nephew, Harold Wright of the U. S. Army. When a boy he became a member of the Reformed Presbyterian church and later of the Oak Hill church north of Gravity. He was a kind and loving husband and father, and was loved by all who knew him. The funeral services were held at the Walker & Shum Funeral Home Friday afternoon, conducted by Rev. O. H. Hallgrimson. Burial was in the Fairview cemetery. Attend Wright Funeral Among those from a distance to attend the funeral services for Ben Wright Friday afternoon in Bedford were Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Murphy and family, Mr. and Mrs. Oral Watson, and Wilbur Murphy, all of Blanchard; Mr. and Mrs. Wiley Arnold, Mr. and Mrs. Roy Sparks, and Mr. and Mrs. Dave Finley all of Coin; Mr. and Mrs. Harley Bartles of Shenandoah; Mrs. Orville Williamson of Clarinda; Mr. and Mrs. John Murphy and Dwight, all of Emerson; Mrs. Beulah Housten and son of Hopkins; Mr. and Mrs. Mark Young, and Mrs. Frank Weatherly of Gravity.
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