Mrs. Mildred J. Abbott, 53, route 2, Monroeville, was dead on arrival Thursday morning in Parkview Memorial Hospital, Fort Wayne. She was a native of Illinois and had moved to the Fort Wayne area seven years ago from Ohio. Surviving are her husband, John; a daughter, Mrs. Jackie Brandshaw, East St. Louis, Ill., and a brother, George Batson, Freeport, Fla. Funeral arrangements are being handled by the D.O. McComb & Sons Lakeside Funeral Home, Fort Wayne.
Decatur Daily Democrat, Adams County, IN; Friday, Nov. 7, 1975
Contributed by Janice Vasilovski

Word was received Saturday announcing the death of Henry Adelsperger, a step-son of Mrs. Adelsperger of this city, who resides on Fourth street. The message did not state the cause of death or what time it occurred. Mr. Adelsperger formerly resided in this city, and from what we can learn, was born and raised here. The funeral will be held tomorrow at South Bend.
Decatur Democrat, Adams County, Indiana; Thursday, March 8, 1906
Indiana, Death Certificates, 1899-2011
Name: Henry Adelsperger
Gender: Male; Race: White; Age: 52 years, 2 months; Marital Status: Married
Birth Date: abt 1854; Birth Place: Indiana
Death Date: 3 Mar 1906; Death Place: State Indiana, St Joseph, Indiana, USA
Father: Wm J Adelsperger; Mother: Anna Hunspolt; Spouse: Dara Adelsperger
Burial: March 7, 1906; Cedar Grove
Contributed by Karin King

Elijah Ake, a former resident of Pleasant township, died in Noble county a few days ago. His remains arrived here at noon, and were interred in Prairie Grove cemetery. Mr. Ake was a pioneer in this county and was much esteemed.
Fort Wayne Sentinel, Allen County, Indiana; Thursday, June 12, 1884
Contributed by Karin King

Linton - Rites for John F. Alexander, age 74, who died here Thursday were held today in the home. He is survived by four children and three brothers.
Indianapolis News, Marion County, Indiana; 1 October 1938, p. 18
Contributed by Karen Zach

Duerl L. (Ted) August, 70, New Haven, a former resident of Willshire, O., died at 1 p.m. Tuesday at Parkview memorial Hospital, Fort Wayne, where he had been a patient nine days. He had resided in New haven for eight years and previously made his home in Willshire. Mr. August was also the former owner of the August Food Market in Pleasant Lake from 1947 until 1964. While in Pleasant Lake he was a member of the Businessmen Association, was active in the Lions Club and a member of the Masonic Lodge. H was also a 30-year member of the Eagles in Lima, O. Born in Willshire on April 7, 1905, he was the son of Lewis and Rosella Troutner-August, and was united in marriage to Mina Wynn on May 2, 1937. Survivors include his wife; two daughters, Mrs. Niles (Theresa) Kenyon, Coldwater, Mich., Mrs. Ron (Kay) Cook, Indianapolis; four sisters, Mrs. Jack (Golda) Griebel and Mrs. Rheba Vetter, both of Fort Wayne; Mrs. G. R. (Sylvia) Riesen, Columbus, O.; Mrs. Leo (Esther) Wasson, Bluffton; one brother, Donald, Fort Wayne; one grandson and three granddaughters. Mr. August was a member of the Pleasant Lake United Methodist Church. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday at the Zwick Funeral Home, with Rev. Luke Martin officiating. Burial will be in the Willshire Cemetery. Masonic services will be held Friday evening at 7:30. Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Friday. Preferred memorials are to the Northeast Indiana Lung Association.
Decatur Daily Democrat, Adams County, IN; Wednesday, Dec. 24, 1975
Contributed by Janice Vasilovski

Aged Woman Meets Death When Oil Heater Explodes
Mrs. Sarah Ayers, 74 years of age, met death on Wednesday afternoon, when fire partially destroyed the residence of her son, on Monroe avenue, with whom she lived. The badly charred remains of the aged woman were found in the basement of the house by the firemen after the flame had been extinguished and an exhaustive search had been made. It is believed that a kerosene oil heater exploded and set fire to the woman's clothing, and in her effort to escape from the house, she fell down the stairway leading into the basement. The victim was a heavy woman and it is believed the fall was the primary cause of her death. Mail Carrier Trowbridge, making his afternoon delivery, discovered the interior of the house a mass of flames and turned in the alarm. Mrs. Sarah Ayers was the widow of Nathan Ayers and mother of Otis, Charles, Orpha, Grace and Clarence Ayers. The remains were shipped Friday morning, to Decatur, Ind., for burial. On Tuesday morning, the fire department made a quick run to the home of W. C. Roy, where a fire had gained considerable headway. Good work by the department confined the damages to approximately $200.
The Dearborn Press (MI); Friday, May 20, 1921
Contributed by Paul Ayres

Word has been received in Indianapolis of the death of Enos Baldwin, age 87, former Indiana district representative of the Mutual Benefit Life Insurance Company. He died Friday in Chicago. Mr. Baldwin, born in Ohio, was a newspaper man for several years on President Harding's paper in Marion, O. Associates recalled that Mr. Baldwin often spoke of writing an insurance policy for the former president, one of Mr. Baldwin's first. He left Indianapolis in 1930.
Indianapolis News, Marion County, Indiana; 1 October 1938, p. 18
Contributed by Karen Zach

John Andrews received a message today from Southern Missouri, announcing the death of W. [William] J. Ball, a brother of his wife. Mr. Andrews stated that no one from here would attend the funeral.
Decatur Democrat, Adams County, Indiana; Thursday, March 1, 1906
Contributed by Karin King

E. BAUMGARTNER DIES TODAY - Heart Attack Fatal To Former Man of This Community
Edward A. Baumgartner, aged 48, a former resident of this community and the nephew of Mrs. Jacob Baumgartner of Hartford twp., died suddenly at 1:30 o'clock Tuesday morning at his home in Fort Wayne. Death was caused by a heart attack and came very unexpectedly. Mr. Baumgartner had been employed by the Northern Indiana Public Service Co. for 16 years where he served as foreman. Mr. Baumgartner will be well remembered by many here. He used to operate a threshing outfit in this community quite a number of years ago, and still came to the community to visit friends and relatives, and also on hunting expeditions. He was a cousin to Louis Baumgartner of N. Jefferson street here. Local relatives will attend the funeral tomorrow. Surviving are the widow, Dora; two sons, Charles and Romie, both of Ft. Wayne; a grandchild; four sisters, Mrs. Agnes Paul, of Argo, Ill., Mrs. Irene Wiley, of Farmland; and Mrs. Esther Davis and Mrs. Thelma Allbright, both of Kalamazoo, Mich., and six brothers, Edgar, a twin of the deceased, and John, both of Fort Wayne; Frank, A?an and Paul, all of Kalamazoo, and Jess of Muncie (cut off) (Handwritten date: Thursday, April 4, 1935)
[buried Lindenwood Cemetery, Fort Wayne, Allen County, Indiana]
Adams County Historical Museum
1935 Scrapbook, image 31
Transcribed by Karin King

Mrs. Harriet (Delaney) Bess, 79, died at her home, 130 Andrew Place, West Lafayette at 6:30 p.m. Saturday after an illness of only one week. She was born in Green Hill, Warren County and resided there until 1943, when she moved to West Lafayette. She was married at Dayton in 1914 to John G. Bess, now a retired building contractor. Mrs. Bess was a member of the First Methodist Church of West Lafayette, Amaranth and the Order of Eastern Star, West Lafayette Chapter 507. Surviving besides the husband are a daughter, Mrs. Stanley Sparks, Palos Heights, Ill; two sisters, Mrs. Lenora Ade, West Lafayette and Mrs. Lucinda Shoaf, Williamsport.
Lafayette Journal-Courier, Tippecanoe County, Indiana; Monday, 17 April 1961, p. 4
Contributed by Karen Zach

Mrs. Florence E. Billet, 88, died at 7:15 p.m. Saturday at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Norval S. (Margie) Rich, Oakwood Addition route 4, Decatur. Mrs. Billet was residing with Dr. and Mrs. Rich, having moved there from her Bucyrus, O. home some 11 months ago. A housewife and a member of Epworth Methodist Church in Bucyrus, Mrs. Billet was born June 8, 1887 in Cardington, O. to John and Alvina Hedden-Billet [sic], and was married to Ralph C. Billet, who passed away in January of this year. Surviving are two daughters, Mrs. Rich and Mrs. Davalene Rankin of Bucyrus, 15 grandchildren and one great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday at the William Wise & Sons Funeral Home in Bucyrus, Rev. Parker West in charge, and burial will be in Rivercliff Cemetery, Mt. Gilead, O. Friends may call at the funeral home from 7 to 9 tonight. Local arrangements were handled by the Winteregg-Linn & Haggard Funeral Home of Decatur.
Decatur Daily Democrat, Adams County, IN; Friday, December 8, 1975
Contributed by Janice Vasilovski

The death of William C. Bray occurred at about 8 o'clock yesterday morning at the Pleasant Grove House. Mr. Bray was 74 years of age, and a native of New Jersey. He had been a resident of Lebanon for twenty years past, and was held in the highest esteem by our people. He was a member of Ben Adhem Lodge, I.O.O.F., and a firm believer in the teachings of the Scriptures. The funeral will take place at 2 o'clock this afternoon from the residence, under the auspices of the order of which he was a member. Rev. Allen Lewis will conduct religious services.
The Lebanon Pioneer, Boone County, Indiana; October 22, 1885
Contributed by Kim Hancock

Anderson, Ind., Oct 1 - Harry L. Brendel, Anderson postmaster for the last four years and an active member of the Democrat party died last night at his home here following an extended illness. He was 60 years old. Mr. Brendel, who had been in impaired health for a year, underwent treatment in July at the Mayo Clinic at Rochester. Born in Utica, Ind he came to Anderson in 1921 and was appointed postmaster in January 1935. Prior to that time he served two years as an assistant in the office of the city engineer. Mr. Brendel was president of the 11th District Postmasters' Association and an active Mason. Surviving are the widow, Jean; a son Lynn of Detroit and two brothers, Charles of Louisville and Walter of Jeffersonville.
Indianapolis News, Marion County, Indiana; 1 October 1938, p. 18
Contributed by Karen Zach

Funeral services and burial for William A. Broughton, age 42, employee of the Link-Belt Company who died Friday in his home, 705 North Holmes Avenue will be held Tuesday in Muskegon, Mich. He was born in Madison, Wis., and had been an employee of the Link-Belt Company for 10 years. He was in the Muskegon plant six years and Indianapolis four years. Mr. Broughton was a member of the Holy Trinity Catholic Church. Surviving besides the widow, Mrs. Ella Brought, are the father, George Broughton, Deroit; the mother, Mrs. Ada Vandenbrink, Muskegon; a sister, Mrs. Alfred Stone, McBain, Mich., and a half brother, Lyle McDowle, Muskegon.
Indianapolis News, Marion County, Indiana; 1 October 1938, p. 18
Contributed by Karen Zach

Word has been received here that Daniel Budd, a former resident of this county, is gradually sinking with lung trouble at Tuley, Oklahoma. His son, Harry and brother David Budd, both of this county, will leave soon to attend his bedside.
Lebanon Patriot, Boone County, Indiana; May 12, 1904
Word has been received here of the death of Daniel Budd, a former citizen of Boone county at Tulsey, Oklahoma where he was engaged in the meat and grocery business. Death was due to lung trouble. Mr. Budd moved here from here to Oklahoma about nine years ago. He was about forty-eight years of age. He was married three times. He leaves two children by his first marriage and two by his last. His last wife survives him. He was a brother of David Budd of this county, who recently went to Oklahoma to be with his brother.
Lebanon Patriot, Boone County, Indiana; May 26, 1904
Contributed by Kim Hancock

Word was received last Thursday morning that Mrs. Daniel Budd had died at her home in Oklahoma. Mrs. Budd was the granddaughter of Moses Higgins of this city and had a number of relatives in this county. A great many Lebanon people will remember her as a Miss Mahala Nelson who at one time attended school here. She was a resident of this county until about a year ago when she moved with her husband to Oklahoma. Besides the husband she leaves two small children. Interment took place before friends could arrive, being made necessary owning to the state of the body.
The Lebanon Patriot, Boone County, Indiana; Oct 17, 1895
Contributed by Kim Hancock

The body of Mrs. Teresa Budd, who died at her home in Danville, Illinois, yesterday morning at 7:20, arrived here at 7:20 a.m. today, and was taken to the home of her parents, John N. and Eva Cunningham, of three miles south of Lebanon. The funeral will be held at the M.P. church at Milledgeville at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Rev. John S. Clawson officiating. Burial will be at Oak Hill cemetery. Mrs. Budd was born in Boone county, Indiana, on February 22, 1895, being at the time of her death twenty-four years, one month and nine days of age. Pneumonia was the cause of death. She had been ill six days. She was married two and one-half years ago to Sidney Reed Budd, who survives. Besides her husband, she is survived by one son, Charles Hine; and two sisters, Mrs. Charles Mayes and Mrs. Other Huffman, both of this county. Mrs. Budd was a member of the Methodist Protestant church at Milledgeville.
The Lebanon Reporter, Boone County, Indiana; April 1, 1919
Contributed by Kim Hancock

Rochester, Ind Oct 1- Mary Elizabeth Burkett, age 69, widow of Michael Burkett, committed suicide by drowning in a horse trough at the home of William Burkett near Richland Center. Despondency over impaired health was given as the cause. She is survived by two sisters. Funeral services were held at Richland center Methodist church today.
Indianapolis News, Marion County, Indiana; 1 October 1938, p. 18
Contributed by Karen Zach

Mrs. Mary Busby, wife of George W. Busby and daughter of the late John C. Daily, died at the residence of her mother on west Main street on last Friday afternoon, after lingering illness of seventeen weeks. Deceased was born at Thorntown in 1849, but the greater part of her life was spent in Lebanon. She was married to George W. Busby in the year 1876, and through her life has been one of pain and suffering, they lived happily together, and her only desire to live, as she expressed it was on account of the affectionate husband who had tenderly cared for her as a child during her long illness. Not withstanding her painful illness, she retained the possession of her faculties until the last, and gave minute directions in regard to the disposition of her remains. It has been generally understood that she like her father, was an atheist, but before her death came to end her sufferings, she expressed a belief in Divinity and immortality, and stated that if she had her life to live over she would be a Christian. The funeral which occurred at half past two o'clock on last Sunday was largely attended. The casket containing the body was placed in the large double parlors of the Daily mansion, where brief religious services were held, Rev. H.A. Merrill, of the M.E. Church officiating. By request of deceased, a quartet from the M.E. choir sang the beautiful hymn, "Whiter than Snow," after which Rev. Merrill spoke briefly of the life and character of the deceased. The assembled friends and family then took a last look at the body, and the casket was closed and prepared for transportation to the cemetery. The hearse was drawn by four white horses, and was accompanied by the following pall-bearers; W.A. Kenworthy, Barton S. Higgins, R/W/ Matthews, T.P. Kenworthy, E.T. Lane and Charles E. Wilson, each of whom had been selected by Mrs. Busby before her death to pefform the last sad rites at her funeral. The services at the grave were very brief, Rev. Merrill simply offering a fervent prayer for the soul cone beyond and for those who mourned.
The Lebanon Patriot, Boone County, Indiana; Thursday, March 27, 1879
Contributed by Kim Hancock

Pittsboro - Rites for Mrs. Mollie Canady, age 82, widow of Daniel Canady, will be held Sunday afternoon at Corinth, north of here. Mrs. Canady was one of 8 children of Mr. and Mrs. John Gregg, first settlers near here, and is survived by two sisters and a son and daughter.
Indianapolis News, Marion County, Indiana; 1 October 1938, p. 18
Contributed by Karen Zach

John L. Carroll, 65, Marion, brother of Mrs. Edwin (Lora) Collier, Berne, died at 5:30 a.m. Sunday at Marion General Hospital. Mr. Carroll was a Grant County native and worked as a machine operator for Essex Wire, Marion. He was a member of Griffin Chapel Church. Survivors include his wife, Eva; one son, George, Marion; three brothers, Basil and Cecil, both of Marion, and William, Gas City; six sisters, Mrs. Edwin (Lora) Collier, Berne; Mrs. Nellie Thompson, New Era, Mich.; Mrs. Robert (Lula) Bryant, Gas City, and Mrs. Earl (Ethel) Preston, Mrs. Irene Foy, and Mrs. Harold (Thelma) Hileman, all of Hartford City, and four grandchildren. Funeral services were held at 10 a.m. today at the Jay, Swift and Storey Funeral Home, Gas City, with Rev. John S. Abshear officiating. Burial was in Riverside Cemetery, Gas City
Decatur Daily Democrat, Adams County, IN; Tuesday, Dec. 30, 1975
Contributed by Janice Vasilovski

Steven J. Centers, 19, Columbia City, husband of Theresa Kay Coulson Centers, died at 11:30 a.m. Tuesday at La Crossse Lutheran Hospital in Wisconsin, following major surgery. Mrs. Centers is the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Harold Messick, Decatur. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Friday at the Hollingsworth Funeral Home, Columbia City. Friends may call at the funeral home from 1 to 9 p.m. Thursday. Burial will be in Green Hill Cemetery.
Decatur Daily Democrat, Adams County, IN; Wednesday, Dec. 31, 1975
Contributed by Janice Vasilovski

Mrs. Ella N. Clark, 82 years old, died yesterday in her home, 737 West 32d Street. Born at State Line, Vermillion County, she lived in Indianapolis 42 years and was a member of the Seventh Christian Church. Private graveside services will be held Monday in Memorial Park Cemetery. Surviving are a son, Lyn W. Clark, two daughters, Mrs. Rue Elmore and Mrs. Seth Newland, all of Indianapolis, eight grandchildren, six great grandchildren and one great great grandchild.
Indianapolis Star, Marion County, Indiana; Saturday, 12 April 1952, p. 4
Contributed by Karen Zach

Marcus Lashan Coe, 24, Indianapolis, died Jan 11. He had worked two years as a stock person for Logo 7. He was a member of First Corinthian Missionary Baptist Church and a Marine Corps veteran. Services: 1 p.m,. Jan 19 in Stuart Mortuary with calling form 11 a.m. Burial: Crown Hill Cemetery. Survivors: sons Nathaniel, Marcus Coe; mother: Yvonne James Waites; father Robert Phillip Coe; brothers Terrie Lynn James, Robert Jr, James Anthony, Rodney Coe, Ronald Eldridge: sisters Tisa Kamail Waites, Jervon Waites, Lavonda Castanon, Angelique, Viki, Erika Coe; grandmothers Ruby James; Joanne Coe.
Indianapolis News, Marion County, Indiana; Sunday, 14 Jan 1996, p. 33
Contributed by Karen Zach

Clinton Copeland, residing on Walnut street, who has been suffering from paralysis for the past four years, died Monday morning at 9:25 o'clock. Mr. Copeland has been unable to walk without assistance since he was first stricken in November, 1894, and then only about the house. He was, however, for a time able to be wheeled up town to attend church, but not in the last year or two. His death was not expected when it came as he had been getting along as well as he had for some time past and was at breakfast Monday morning when he was fatally stricken and died at 9:25 a.m. Mr. Copeland was born January 31, 1834, which makes him sixty-four years of age, in Rush county, Indiana, and after a residence of a number of years in Marion county, came to Lebanon in 1874. Here he engaged in the insurance business until about ten years ago when he was employed as a cabinet maker in the Lebanon Planning Mill. He was a faithful and consistent member of the Presbyterian church having at one time been an elder. He was a member of the Odd Fellows and G.A.R. He served three years in the civil war in Company G., 36th Ind. Vol. Inf., enlisting as a private and was mustered out as a musician. His only near surviving relative is his wife, who has faithfully and arduously cared for him through his affliction. One child was born to them which died when four years old, and his father, mother and brothers have preceded him. The funeral occurred at the Presbyterian church at 3 o'clock yesterday and was conducted by Rev. D.R. Williamson, after which the body was interred at Rodefer's cemetery. The pall bearers were C.G. Wills, A.O. Spencer, J.O. Pedigo, T.M. Small. J.E. Richey and A.M. Baker.
The Lebanon Patriot, Boone County, Indiana; Thursday, August 18, 1898
Contributed by Kim Hancock

Nancy A. Copeland was born in Indiana, January 6, 1837, and died at the Soldiers Home at Lafayette at 1:20 last Thursday afternoon aged 74 years, 2 months and 3 days. Her death was due to cerebral degeneration due to arteriole clerosis. She was a daughter of Robert and Mary (McMillian) Miller. Mrs. Copeland was for many years a resident of Lebanon, where she and her husband, the late Clinton C. Copeland was for several years city clerk, and after retiring from that office engaged in the real estate and insurance business until his death a few years ago. After the death of her husband Mr. Copeland went to the soldiers home, but when leaving this city she requested Ora Nelson, a neighbor, to see that in case of her death, her body should be brought here for burial. Mr. Nelson went to Lafayette and made the arrangements accordingly. So far as known Mrs. Copeland had no living relatives. She was a member of the Presbyterian church. The funeral was held at the undertaking parlors of Lindsay & Tolle at 2 o'clock Saturday afternoon, conducted by Rev. O.H. Carmichael. Burial at Oak Hill.
The Lebanon Patriot, Boone County, Indiana; Thursday, March 16, 1911
Contributed by Kim Hancock

Charles Daily, venerable old man that he was, closed his eyes in death just before noon last Thursday at his home on South Meridian street. He had not been in good health for some time and his death was not unexpected. The deceased was born in Luzern County, Pa., December 23, 1810. When but six years old he moved with his parents to Troy, Ohio, where he attended school for eleven years. He then served an apprenticeship in a saddlery. About 1830 he was employed by the government to make saddles and harnesses at the Ft. Wayne military station. After a year he returned to Ohio and married Miss May H. Hay who for sixty-two years has been his constant and loving companion. Soon after marriage, they made the difficult trip of 180 miles to Crawfordsville, Indiana with a stock of dry-goods and groceries in wagon drawn by oxen requiring twenty-one days for the trip. The soon returned to New Carlisle, Ohio, where they resided until about eighteen years ago when they moved to this city. Mr. Daily was seen on the streets very little. During his residence here owing to his disposition and defective eyesight he lived a rather retired life, but up to his death he was exact in meeting his obligations, however small. Religiously, he was Methodist; politically, a Whig until the formation of the republican party to which he was an adherent until his death. His first vote was cast for Henry Clay in 1832 and his last for Ben Harrison in 1892. He took a keen interest in politics and frequently expressed much anxiety to live to see McKinley re-elected. He was the father of six sons, all boys, and for a period of over 60 years there was not a death in the family. The first to die was Benjamin, who died in September '91; followed by Samuel S., in July '92; and Orsen, in February '93. The three sons living are A.C. of this city; H.H. of Port Jefferson, Ohio; and C.D. of Wynn, Arkansas. The funeral services conducted by Rev. W.P. McKinsey occurred at the residence Saturday morning. A large number of sorrowing friends were present to pay their last tribute of respect to the deceased and to extend their sympathies to the bereaved widow and children. Interment at the new cemetery.
The Lebanon Patriot, Boone County, Indiana; Thursday, November 9, 1893
Contributed by Kim Hancock

George T. Daily died at 4 o'clock this morning at the home of C.J. Thomas on East Michigan street, near Pine. Mr. Daily was taken sick last Monday, and much of the time he was delirious and unconscious. His heart was affected, and his death was caused by endrocarditis, of inflammation of the lining membrane of the heart. George T. Daily was born in Boone county, Ind., March 6, 1860, and was therefore in his thirty-eight year. He came to Michigan City eighteen years ago, and for six years served as a prison guard under the regime of Warden Murdock. After his term as prison guard he became a bartender, acting in that capacity for four years, when he became proprietor of a saloon, and for the last eight years he was owner of the barroom at 117 Franklin street. Mr. Daily's aged mother resides at Lebanon. He leaves also one sister, and two brothers. His sister is Mrs. J.S. Darnell, of Lebanon, and his brothers are William Daily of Lebanon and Charles Daily of Nebraska. The deceased was a cousin of Hon. A.C. Daily, auditor of state of Indianapolis. Mrs. Darnell and William Daily were at his bedside during most of his illness. The remains were taken to Lebanon this morning at 8:45 o'clock over the Monon for burial. Mr. Daily had many friends in Michigan City, and liked by all who knew him. He was generous to a fault and never hesitated to go down in his pocket for a friend. He was courteous and kind to all with whom he came in contact and his death is deeply regretted by his numerous friends in Michigan City. - Michigan City Dispatch, Saturday, July 10.
The remains arrived here at 1:49 p.m. Saturday, and were taken to the home of the deceased mother, Mrs. Martha Daily, on West Main street. The body was viewed by many of the deceased friends and acquaintances Sunday forenoon. Funeral services were conducted at the residence at 4 p.m. Sunday, by Rev. A.J. Frank of the Christian church, and the remains were laid to rest in the family lot in Rodefer's cemetery. The pall bearers were Chas. B. Hicks, Roe Coombs, Ed F. Hedges, A,M. Baker, J.H. Busby and Charles Morgan. There were many floral tributes.
The Lebanon Pioneer, Boone County, Indiana; Thursday, July 15, 1897
Contributed by Kim Hancock

John C. Daily, died at his residence on West Main street, Lebanon, Ind., about eight o'clock Friday evening, May 24th, 1878 and was buried at the new cemetery Sunday at two o'clock p.m. by Boone lodge No. 9 A,F. and A.M. of which he had a long been an honored member. A long concourse of people followed his remains to the tomb, attesting the esteem in which he was held in the community. He was born at Troy, O., March 26, 1825, and came to this county when about seven years of age, where he has ever since resided - first at Thorntown, but for many years past, at Lebanon. He learned the trade of harness maker in early life, but soon abandoned it for the more congenial pursuit of selling goods, at first as a clerk and after wards on his own account. He sold goods at Thorntown for Jesse Benson and also for Joseph Cloud. In 1852 he was elected Treasurer of this county, and in 1854 re-elected. Since the expiration of his second term in office he was engaged in the dry goods trade at Lebanon until the organization of the First national bank of Lebanon, when he sold out his business, and became president of the bank, in which position he remained until the last election. He was a popular and successful merchant and amassed a considerable fortune in that business. He proved a successful banker, and conducted the business of the institution of which he was president, in such a manner as to give the directors and stockholders both pleasure and profit. In his early manhood he was married to Miss Martha Cooper, of Thorntown, who survives him, three daughters married and three sons, two of whom are minors. Mr. Daily's death was not unexpected. Consumption had claimed him as its victim, and for weeks past it had been generally know that no hopes for his recovery were entertained. The ceremonies at the grave were conducted by D.M. Burns, Master of the Lodge, after which the brethren returned to the lodge room.
The Lebanon Patriot, Boone County, Indiana; Thursday, May 30, 1878
Contributed by Kim Hancock

Flora Ann Dale was born in Boone county, Indiana, January 15, 1876, and died at six p.m. May 19, 1909, at her residence, 510 Lafayette avenue, Lebanon, Indiana, aged 33 years 4 months and 4 days. She had been sick for eleven weeks. She was married May 6, 1895 at Lebanon, Indiana to Edward E. Dale. The following children survive: Roy, Ferrol, Hester, Belle, Dora, and Leon. One brother, J.F. Moore and two sisters, Naomi and Tellie survive. She was a member of the First Baptist church, this city. Funeral at Mt. Tabor church at 10 a.m., Friday, May 21, 1909. Burial at Mt. Tabor cemetery.
The Lebanon Patriot, Boone County, Indiana; May 20, 1909
Contributed by Kim Hancock

Elwood, Ind., Aug. 10 - Charles Davis, a wealthy farmer living near here, was fatally injured by sliding from a load of wheat on to a pitchfork.
Logansport Pharos-Tribune, Cass County, IN; Saturday, 11 August 1894, p. 2
Contributed by Karen Zach

Vincennes, Ind., Aug. 10 -- Frederick Davis was drowned while swimming in the White River in the lower end of this (Knox) County. He was 19 years old.
Logansport Pharos-Tribune, Cass County, IN; Saturday, 11 August 1894, p. 2
Contributed by Karen Zach

Ethel M., the thirteen year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Dellinger, who reside on West Patterson street, died Sunday night at 9 o'clock, after an illness of only two days, death being caused by nervous prostration and other complications. She was a bright little girl and was the life of their home, and her presence will be sadly missed by the grief stricken parents. The funeral services were held Tuesday morning at ten o'clock at the house, Rev. John C. White officiating, and the remains will be taken to Willshire for interment. Ethel was in school Friday and it is believed her illness was brought on by over study.
Decatur Democrat, Adams County, Indiana; Thursday, March 1, 1906
Indiana, Death Certificates, 1899-2011
Name: Ethel M Dellinger
Gender: Female; Race: White; Age: 13; Marital Status: Single
Birth Date: 18 Feb 1893; Birth Place: Ohio
Death Date: 25 Feb 1906; Death Place: Decatur, Adams, Indiana, USA
Father: Henry Dellinger; Mother: Lettia Dellinger
Burial: Feb. 27, 1906; Willshire Cem
Contributed by Karin King

Frank W. DeVor, 66, formerly of Fort Wayne, and brother of former Decatur dentist Dr. Harold DeVor, died Dec. 9 in Punta Gorda, Fla. Mr. DeVor, born in Ohio, is survived by his wife, Isabelle; a daughter, Mrs. Samantha Kruzka, in Michigan; two sisters, Mrs. Mary Jane Scott and Mrs. Roger (Helen) Kelly, a former Decatur resident now residing in Punta Gorda, and a brother, Dr. Harold DeVor, who is also residing in Punta Gorda at the present time. Funeral services were held in Florida.
Decatur Daily Democrat, Adams County, IN; Friday, Dec. 19, 1975,
Mrs. Mary Jane Smith is a surviving sister of Mr. Frank W. DeVor, who passed away December 9 in Florida. She was erroneously listed in Friday's edition as Mary Jane Scott.
Decatur Daily Democrat, Adams County, Indiana; Tuesday, Dec. 23, 1975
Both contributed by Janice Vasilovski

On Tuesday afternoon of last week Otto Dickerson, the nineteen year old son of W.H. Dickerson, one and one half miles southeast of Mechanicsburg, left home on a hunting expedition. He had been working for his father, but when the rain came up after dinner he went to the house, and without his parents knowledge took his shotgun and left for the woods. Between two and three o'clock he stopped at Charles Moore's, asking one of Mr. Moore's boys to accompany him to the 'Burg to get the mail. The Moore boy did not go, and Dickerson left, although the storm was approaching. He had once or twice before gone away from home, staying a day or two, and his failure to return Tuesday night did not alarm the family. Some inquiry was made for him on Wednesday, and on Thursday his continued absence threw the neighborhood into a state of excitement, and a company of neighbors and friends joined the parents in a search for the missing boy, and kept it up until darkness prevented. At the Red Men's ice cream supper at Mechanicsburg, Thursday night, the disappearance of Dickerson was the principal topic of conversation. A large posse of men was organized to search for him, and two hundred people were on the place next morning. About eight o'clock they found the body on the Joe Witmer farm, lying face downward, with the gun, which was loaded, in his arms. A bolt of lightning had struck him directly on the crown of the head, and going downward, tore open his vest and shirt in the back and tore off the heels of his shoes. The cartridges in his pocket and in the gun were not discharged. A watch in his pocket had stopped at one o'clock, (probably Tuesday night). The remains were in a horrible condition, the face being swelled to twice the natural size and the body being badly decomposed. It was thought at first that the funeral could not be held at the house, but the body was prepared for burial by George Comley, of this city, and the funeral services were conducted by Rev. Kemp, of Kirklin circuit, Friday afternoon. The burial was at the Rodefer's cemetery, by Hauser & Hogshire. The parents and sister, Mrs. Orlie Stephenson are very much distressed by the untimely death and the circumstances attending it. In their bereavement they have the sympathy of all their neighbors and acquaintances.
The Lebanon Pioneer, Boone County, Indiana; Thursday, September 2, 1897
Contributed by Kim Hancock

Martha M., daughter of Hugh and Angeline Dobson, was born at Van Wert, Ohio, December 25, 1867, died at her home near Pleasant Mills, Indiana, February 21, 1906. She was united in marriage to McClellan Tague, March 6, 1889. To this union were born four children, two of whom have preceded their mother to the grave. A husband and two daughters, Nota May and Ethel Opal; three sisters, Mrs. Jennie Hoblit, Mrs. Lily Johnson and Mrs. Sarah Runkle, and a large circle of other relatives and friends remain to mourn their loss. Mrs. Tague was converted in the United Brethren church near Wren, Ohio, about twenty years ago. She afterward united with the M. E. church at Pleasant Mills. During her long illness she bore her pains without a murmur of complaint. Her last hours were ones of intense suffering. A short while before death came she rallied long enough to bid her children and friends her last good-bye. Funeral services were conducted at the home by the Pastor C. B. Sweeney of Bobo. Interment at Willshire, Ohio.
Decatur Democrat, Adams County, Indiana; Thursday, March 1, 1906
Contributed by Karin King

Berry Allen Doyle, 32, Tucson, Ariz., formerly of Indianapolis, died Jan 12. He was a construction worker. Services 2 p.m. Jan 16 in Neal & Summers Mortuary Martinsville with calling from 11 a.m. Burial: New South Park Cemetery, Martinsville. Survivors: mother Peggy Miller Summers; father Bud Doyle; stepmother, Joyce Doyle; brothers, Joey Doyle, Tim Beattle, sisters, Tammy Doyle, Lori Peterson; half sisters, Julie Doyle Gail Yates.
Indianapolis News, Marion County, Indiana; Sunday, 14 Jan 1996, p. 33
Contributed by Karen Zach

Died last Friday morning, Anton Draker, at his home five miles west of Fort Wayne, aged seventy-six years.
[Buried Catholic Cemetery, Fort Wayne, Allen County, Ind.]
Fort Wayne Sentinel, Allen County, Indiana; Wed., March 28, 1883
Contributed by Karin King

Ft Wayne, Ind., Aug 10 -- Albert Drewett, 11 years of age, fell from a bridge here Thursday while attempting to walk on the handrail and died 30 minutes later.
Logansport Pharos-Tribune, Cass County, IN; Saturday, 11 August 1894, p. 2
Contributed by Karen Zach

Ira William Elzey, 91, former Hartford City restaurant owner and resident and native of Decatur, died Monday at 9:20 p.m. at the Methodist Memorial Home in Warren. He was born Nov. 8, 1884, in Decatur, to Allison and Abigail Majors-Elzey. He moved to Hartford City in 1900. Mr. Elzey opened his first restaurant in Hartford City in 1906. He retired from the restaurant business in 1937 and moved to the Methodist Home from Hartford City in 1973. He was a member of the United Methodist Church, a 50-year member of the Masonic Lodge and 32nd Mason. Mr. Elzey served on the Hartford City School Board in the early 1930's. Survivors include his wife, the former Maude Roberts, who resides at the Methodist Home; two daughters, Mrs. Ruth Elzey Rawlings, Ephrata, Wash.; Esther Elzey Cleaves, San Diego, Calif.; five grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Friday at the Methodist Memorial Home Chapel with Revs. Albert Clarke and Samuel Roberts officiating. Burial will be in the IOOF Cemetery in Hartford City. Friends may call at the chapel. The Butler Funeral Home in Warren is in charge of the arrangements.
Decatur Daily Democrat, Adams County, IN; Wednesday, Dec. 31, 1975
Contributed by Janice Vasilovski

Michigan City, Ind., Aug 10 - Rev. Charles E. Englund, a Swedish minister of this city was drowned Thursday while bathing with a party of friends in the surf of the lake. He was carried out by the undertow.
Logansport Pharos-Tribune, Cass County, IN; Saturday, 11 August 1894, p. 2
Contributed by Karen Zach

Charles F. Ernst, 70, of Chicago, formerly of Lafayette died Saturday in Englewood Hospital where he was a patient three weeks. He had been ill two months. A resident of Chicago 25 years, he was a meat cutter and member of St. Sabastian Catholic Church, Chicago. He was first married to Katherine Schrader who with their three children was killed in an automobile-train crash. He was later married to Elizabeth Lang of Chicago who survives with a daughter, Mrs. Donald Naranjo of Chicago. The body will be sent to Lafayette for burial in St. Boniface cemetery.
Lafayette Journal-Courier, Tippecanoe County, Indiana; Monday, 17 April 1961, p. 4
Contributed by Karen Zach

Herman Etzler, 88, a retired Van Wert, O., farmer died at 12:02 p.m. Saturday in the Van Wert County Hospital after an illness of four weeks. Two of Mr. Etzler's daughters live in the Decatur area; Mrs. Robert (Margaret) Bieberich of route 3 and Mrs. Edwin (Dorothy) Coyne of route 1. Etzler was born December 13, 1886 in Harrison Township, Van Wert County, O. and lived there all his life. He was a member of the Redeemer Lutheran Church of Convoy, O. His parents were Andrew and Emilie (Egel) Etzler. He was married to Muriel Scare on June 27, 1920. She survives. Surviving in addition to the daughters in the Decatur area and his wife are one sister, Mrs. Anne Hester; a son, Marvin of Lima, O.; and daughters Mrs. Pauline Etzler of Lima, O., Miss Donna Etzler of Van Wert, and 10 grandchildren. Visiting hours are from 2 to 4 p.m. and from 7 to 9 p.m. Monday in the Alspach Funeral Home in Van Wert. The family will be present. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday at eh Redeemer Lutheran Church in Convoy, O., Rev. Kurt Bickel in charge. Burial will be in the Woodland Cemetery in Van Wert. Preferred memorial are to the Redeemer Lutheran Church building fund or to the Lutheran Hour radio program.
Decatur Daily Democrat, Adams County, IN; Monday, Nov. 24, 1975
Contributed by Janice Vasilovski

Kokomo - Mrs. Mary Elizabeth Fredrick, 86, widow of Dr. GW Fredrick and sister-in-law of John E. Fredrick, Kokomo industrialist and executive of the Dirilyte Company of America, died at her home here yesterday. Born at Fountain City, she was the last surviving member of the pioneer Willcuts family of Wayne County. She had lived here since 1905 and was a member of the Dorcas Society, League of Women Voters and First Christian Church where funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Monday. Burial will be in Crown Point Cemetery. Surviving are two daughters, Mrs. Morris DeHority, Elwood, and Miss Pauline Fredrick, Kokomo.
Indianapolis Star, Marion County, Indiana; Saturday, 12 April 1952, p. 4
Contributed by Karen Zach

Mrs. Elizabeth J. Fulwider died at the home of Littleton B. Walker, north east of Lebanon, on Monday night. She was the widow of Moses Fulwider, deceased, and was the mother of Mrs. Walker, Mrs. W.W. Stevens, Mrs. John Crawford, Mrs. Will Swafford, Mrs, Will Duchemine, Mrs. Eva Haun, and Durb Ross. The deceased was the daughter of William Lane, deceased. The funeral and interment took place at Lane's chapel on Wednesday, Rev. Retzer and Hauser & Hogshire officiating.
The Lebanon Pioneer, Boone County, Indiana; Thursday, May 7, 1896
Contributed by Kim Hancock

Reason C. Garrett, Ex-Recorder of Boone county, and Ex-Mayor of Lebanon, died at his home in this city, at one o'clock last Monday afternoon, of valvular disease of the heart with which he had been afflicted for the past ten years and critically so for about four months. He was one of the best known citizens of the county, and during the years of his good health was one of the most congenial men- well informed and versatile. Mr. Garrett was born in Mechanicsburg, this county, November 30, 1837, and at the time of his death had reached the good age of 72 years, 5 months and 2 days. He was married August 17, 1859 to Emma Henry, of Crawfordsville, who survives him. One son, T.F. Garrett, and one sister, Mary Garrett, both of this city also survive. Mr. Garrett was a Civil war veteran, being a member of the Eleventh Indiana Calvary; was wounded in the battle of Franklin Tennessee and sent to the hospital and later from there discharged. He was appointed Recorder of Boone county in 1879, succeeding William F. Morgan, who died in office, and was elected Mayor of Lebanon in 1894, serving one term. He was a member of the First Christian Church, this city; of Rich Mountain Post, G.A.R., of Lebanon: of Hart Lodge, No. 413, I.O.O.F., at Mechanicsburg; and Winnebago Tribe I.O.R.M., of Lebanon. Funeral services were conducted at the residence at two o'clock Wednesday afternoon. Rev. Albert G. Dunlap, officiating. The orders to which be belonged also gave their ritualistic ceremony, the G.A.R. at the residence, and the others at the grave. Burial at Oak Hill cemetery.
Lebanon Pioneer, Boone County, Indiana; Thursday, May 5, 1910
Contributed by Kim Hancock

Joseph Gerardot, 90, Monroeville, died at 6:50 p.m. Thursday in Payne, O. Mr. Gerardot was a native of Allen county and a lifelong Monroeville-area resident. He was a retired farmer and employee of International Harvester Co. Surviving are his wife, Alpha; and a brother, Albert, Monroeville. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday in St. Rose Catholic Church, Monroeville. Friends may call from 7 to 9 p.m. today in Marquart Funeral Home, Monroeville, where Rosary services will be at 8 p.m. today. Burial will be in New Haven IOOF Cemetery.
Decatur Daily Democrat, Adams County, IN; Friday, November 28, 1975
Contributed by Janice Vasilovski

Thomas Gordon, who died at Palestine, Tex., was buried this afternoon at 2 o'clock. His remains could not be preserved until tomorrow, as originally intended.
[buried Catholic Cemetery, Fort Wayne, Indiana]
Fort Wayne Sentinel, Allen County, Indiana; Friday, June 13, 1884
Contributed by Karin King

Rushville, Ind. - George Griesser, 69, retired Rushville industrialist, died yesterday at the home of a daughter; Mrs. John Shanks, WIlmington, Del. Mr. Griesser and his wife, Mrs. Florence Griesser, had been visiting in Wilmington. Funeral services for Mr. Griesser will be held at 2 p.m. Monday in the Spring Grove Cemetery Chapel, Cincinnati. Burial will be there. Mr. Griesser came to Rushville in 1906 from Cincinnati. When he retired in 1947 he was vice president of Francis Brothers Company which makes machinery for furniture factories. He was a member of the Main Street Church, was a past president of the Rotary Club, was a member of the Elks and Masonic Lodges. Besides the widow and daughter he is survived by three grandchildren.
Indianapolis Star, Marion County, Indiana; Saturday, 12 April 1952, p. 4
Contributed by Karen Zach

A former resident of Tippecanoe County Mrs. Jessie Harris, 75, died at Holy Farm hospital in LaPorte Saturday. She was a resident of Hanna R. 1. Surviving besides her husband, Roy G. are two sisters, Mrs. Florence Wilson, Mishawaka and Mrs. Violet Randall, Santa Ana, Calif; and four brothers, Fred Schnelle of Danville, Ill, Jacob Schnelle of Elkhart, Rubin Schenelle, East Gary and Earl Schnelle (sic - diff spellings) Lafayette.
Lafayette Journal-Courier, Tippecanoe County, Indiana; Monday, 17 April 1961, p. 4
Contributed by Karen Zach

Cambridge City, Aug. 13 - Daniel Hartman and his son William were caught by a Pan Handle train east of the city on the Capita Hill crossing and killed instantly.
Columbus Republic, Franklin County, Indiana; Monday, 13 August 1894, p. 1
Contributed by Karen Zach

Carlos Buell Haun, son of A.H. Haun, died of Typhoid fever at 3 p.m. Tuesday, at his residence near the south side school building, aged 28 years. He leaves a wife and two children. The time of the funeral has not been set (3 p.m. Wednesday) but will probably take place today. His mother was on the way home from Wichita when his death occurred, and Mrs. Bell Hutching started home from the same place at 10 o'clock Tuesday night.
The Lebanon Pioneer, Boone County, Indiana; October 9, 1890
Contributed by Kim Hancock

Harvey G. Hazelrigg, died at his residence at Hazelrigg's station, five miles from Lebanon, Saturday morning. He had been lying at his home sick for several weeks past and for some days his condition had been considered quite critical, so his death was no surprise to the community. He was born in Bath county, Kentucky, in September, 1807. He came to Indiana in 1841, settling at Lafayette. His energy and uprightness won for him a commanding influence, and his fine social qualities endeared him to all with whom he came in contact. He was one of the most active friends of the Indianapolis and Lafayette railroad, and after it was put in operation he was for some years it auditor and paymaster. For something over a decade he had been engaged in the banking business in Lebanon. Mr. Hazelrigg took a lively interest in politics. Before coming to Indiana he served a term in Kentucky legislature. He also served a couple of terms in the legislature on Indiana-in the years 1844-5. He was a thoroughgoing Republican, having been a member of the party since its organization. He was at one time an aspirant for Congressional honors, but was in no sense an office seeker. Mr. Hazelrigg was one of the most prominent Masons in the State, and was perhaps better known and more highly esteemed among the fraternity than any men in the State. He was a Mason for thirty-seven years, and always active and energetic in promoting the interests of that order. In 1858 he was elected High Priest and served in that office till 1867. He served for over twenty-one years as Worshipful Master of Boone Lodge No. 9, and one time held the offices of Worship Master, High Priest, Eminent Commander, Grand Master, and Eminent Grand Commander, at the same time. He served one year as Grand King, ten years as Grand High Priest, one year as Great Captain General, two years as Generalissimo, ten years as Deputy Grand Commander, one year as Senior Grand Warden, four years a Deputy Grand master, and during the thirty-three years in which he was a member of the Grand Lodge he never missed a meeting- a longer continuous service than was ever rendered by any member of the body. Mr. Hazelrigg leaves an ample fortune, the fruit of prudent business operations. His death is sincerely mourned by a large circle of friends and business associates, and especially by the members of the Masonic order throughout the State. The funeral services took place at his late residence, near Hazelrigg station, at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, and in compliance with the special request of Mr. Hazelrigg was conducted by Past Grand Master, Martin H. Rice, of Indianapolis. No man ever occupied a more exalted and influential position in the order in the State. Dr. Lynch delivered a very appropriate and impressive address. The I.C & L. railroad company gave reduced rate of fare to those attending the funeral, and many attended from Indianapolis, Lebanon, Thorntown, Zionsville, Whitestown and Frankfort, though on account of the threatening weather not near so many were present as otherwise would have been. The lodge form each of the above cities and towns, was present, besides eminent Masons from various points. The remains were deposited in the family burying ground on the farm.
The Lebanon Patriot, Boone County, Indiana; Dec 20, 1877
The remains of the late Harvey G. Hazelrigg have been removed from his old farm to the new cemetery. [Oak Hill, Lebanon, Indiana]
The Lebanon Weekly Pioneer, Boone County, Indiana; Jan 3, 1884
Oak Hill records: Harvey Hazelrigg and family, were all moved from his old family farm cemetery to Oak Hill in 1884. [Harvey, Mary, Joshua, James, Sarah, and Eliza Hazelrigg]
Contributed by Kim Hancock

Mrs. Mary Hazelrigg, wife of the late Hon. H.G. Hazelrigg, died at her home at "Hazelrigg" on yesterday morning.
The Lebanon Pioneer, Boone County, Indiana; February 22, 1883
Contributed by Kim Hancock

Funeral services for Carl F. Hege, 67, Fort Wayne, brother of Glen Hege, Decatur, will be held at 9:30 a.m. Wednesday in D.O. McComb & Sons Funeral Home and 10 a.m. in Sacred Heart Catholic Church, both in Fort Wayne. Mr. Hege died Sunday in Fort Wayne nursing home. He was a lifelong resident of Fort Wayne and retired in 1973 from the Roy D. Hege Excavating Co. Surviving are his wife, Eleanor E; three sons, Richard and Jack, both of Fort Wayne, and Kevin, at home; three brothers, Wayne and Lawrence, both of Fort Wayne; Glen, Decatur; and two sisters, Mrs. Ida May Bearman, Fort Wayne, and Mrs. Doris Emenhiser, Monroeville. Friends may call from 2 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. today at the funeral home, where Rosary services will be at 8:15 p.m. today. Burial will be in Catholic Cemetery.
Decatur Daily Democrat, Adams County, IN; Tuesday, Dec. 23, 1975
Contributed by Janice Vasilovski

Funeral services for Maurice R. Herring, 51 years old, optical serviceman, who died Thursday in St. Vincent's Hospital will be held at 8:45 a.m. Monday in the Conkle West 16th Street Funeral Home and at 9 a.m. in St. Christopher's Catholic Church, Speedway City, of which he was a member. Burial will be in St. Malachi Cemetery, Brownsburg. Born at Brownsburg, Mr. Herring lived in Indianapolis and its suburbs 30 years. He was a graduate and member of the basketball team of Brownsburg HS. A serviceman and lens grinder with Hoosier Optical Company 11 years, he earlier was a maintenance man at the Indiana Girls School. His home was on Crawfordsville Road near Speedway city. Surviving are the widow, Mrs. Mary Herring; a son, Maurice R. Herring Jr, Indianapolis; the mother, Mrs. Viola Herring, Speedway; two sisters, Mrs. Marie Huber and Mrs. Jeanette Spencer, both of Speedway and a grandson.
Indianapolis Star, Marion County, Indiana; Saturday, 12 April 1952, p. 4
Contributed by Karen Zach

Charles A. Higgs, 75 years old, Indianapolis resident 72 years, died yesterday at his home, 1901 Highland Place. A native of Carroll County, Kentucky, Mr. Higgs retired from the grocery business six years ago. His store was at the rear of his home. He was a member of the Seventh Day Adventist Church. Survivors include a son, Elder Charles A. Higgs, Jr, Chicago; three sisters, Mrs. Huldah Bowers and Mrs. Anna J. Webb, both of Indianapolis, and Mrs. Ruth Mitchell, Los Angeles, Cal. and a granddaughter. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Tuesday in the church. Burial will be in Crown Hill Cemetery. After 1 p.m. tomorrow, the body will be at the CMC Willis & Son Mortuary.
Indianapolis Star, Marion County, Indiana; Saturday, 12 April 1952, p. 4
Contributed by Karen Zach

Mrs. Nellie Higman, 82, who resided with her cousin, Mrs. Emma Busche, of 27 North 19th died unexpectedly in the Busche home Saturday. Born in Lafayette she resided in Tucson, Ariz. many years, returning to Lafayette several years ago. There are no immediate survivors.
Lafayette Journal-Courier, Tippecanoe County, Indiana; Monday, 17 April 1961, p. 4
Contributed by Karen Zach

Funeral services for Henry Hoffman, 63 years old, who died Thursday night at his home, 736 South East Street, will be held at the Robert W. Stirling Funeral Home at 10:30 a.m. Monday. Burial will follow in Washington Park Cemetery. A lifelong resident of Indianapolis, he was a repairman for LE Morrison Company 30 years, remaining active there until the time of his death. Surviving are a brother, Albert Hoffman and a sister, Mrs. Katie Weiland, both of Indianapolis.
Indianapolis Star, Marion County, Indiana; Saturday, 12 April 1952, p. 4
Contributed by Karen Zach

John Stanley Hollopeter, 62, Dayton O., a former resident of Decatur, died at 11:21 a.m. Friday in Dayton. He was a native of Grabill and had lived in Decatur 50 years before moving to Dayton seven years ago. He formerly worked for Wayne Pumps Petroleum Equipment and old Citizens Telephone Co., Decatur. He was a veteran of World War II. Surviving are a son, Kenneth, Cincinnati, O.; four daughters, Mrs. Julia Eicher and Mrs. Elizabeth Bodle, both of Decatur; Mrs. Goldie Brown, Huntington, and Mrs. Helen Dykes, Cincinnati; 19 grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Graveside rites were held at 2 p.m. today in Leo Cemetery. D.O. McComb & Sons Lakeside Park Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. Military services were held at the cemetery by the Decatur VFW, Rev. Nerger of St. Paul Lutheran Church in charge.
Decatur Daily Democrat, Adams County, IN; Monday, Nov. 24, 1975
Contributed by Janice Vasilovski

John Hunt died at his home on Chicago street Friday afternoon. He was seventy-one years of age and leaves a wife. His death was the result of lung fever following an attack of the grip. He was a veteran of the civil war and the funeral was conducted Sunday afternoon under the auspices of the G.A.R.
The Lebanon Patriot, Boone County, Indiana; February 16, 1899
Contributed by Kim Hancock

William H. Huser, 89, Beech Grove, died Jan 12. He was a tool and die maker for Western Electric Co retiring in 1971. Services: 11 a.m. Jan 16 in Holy Name Catholic Church of which he was a member. Calling: 4-9 p.m. Jan 15 in Little & Sons Funeral Home, Beech Grove. Burial: Calvary Cemetery. Survivors: wife Ethel G. Worthington Huser; sons Ronald L; WIlliam J. Huser; 10 grandchildren 9 great grandchildren.
Indianapolis News, Marion County, Indiana; Sunday, 14 Jan 1996, p. 33
Contributed by Karen Zach

Williamsport - Dewey Dale Irving, 62, formerly of Williamsport, died Friday in his home at Downy, Calif, after an illness of several years. The body will be sent to West Lebanon. Born here, he was a crane operator and veteran of WWII and had lived at Downey 8 years. Surviving with the widow are four sons, Robert, Michael and Walter, all of Downey and Larry of Chicago and five daughters, Mrs. Atha A. De'Antonio, Mrs. Suzanne Mead and Mrs. Annelle Kunz all of Chicago, Mrs. Patricia Priest of Hobart and Mrs. Isabelle Fowler of Monticello.
Lafayette Journal-Courier, Tippecanoe County, Indiana; Monday, 17 April 1961, p. 4
Contributed by Karen Zach

Ireneus Isenhour, one of the best known citizens of the county, lost his life shortly after noon last Monday while blowing stumps on his farm, seven miles east of Lebanon. He was working in a field east of his residence which was formerly the William O. Cary homestead. W.O. James a tenant of the place, who was plowing in an adjacent field went over to where Mr. Isenhour was working. A charge was put under a stump, the fuse lighted, when both gentlemen went back a safe distance to await the explosion. It was decided finally by Mr. Isenhour that the fuse had gone out. When he proposed to relight it. Mr. James cautioned him and said he thought the fuse was still burning. Mr. Isenhour seized a corn husk and lighting it went forward to relight the fuse. Mr. James following several feet in the rear. While Mr. Isenhour was practically up to the stump examining the fuse and trying to relight it, the charge let loose, and struck him in the face. It is said his body was thrown from twenty to thirty feet in the air. The right hand was badly mangled, his eyes blown out, and several gashes made about the forehead. Mrs. isenhour was standing in the door at home and witnessed the accident. Mr. James was knocked down and thrown several feet away from his original position. For a little while he was unconscious and when he came to himself he was blind. While suffering intensely he ran about the field screaming for help. Two daughters of Ed Cary were passing at the time, and as soon as they could control their horse they notified the neighbors of what had taken place. Riley Beatty was the first man to reach the scene. He saw at once that Mr. Isenhour was beyond help, and turned his attention to James. Dr's Little, Taylor and Miilligan were summoned from Whitestown, three miles to the south. James was taken to his home and administered to as quickly as possible. Mr. Isenhour's body was removed to his house and later his death was inquired into by Coroner Tolle, who had been summoned from Lebanon. He found the facts to be about as stated above. Mr. Isenhour was a native of Coke county, Tenn., and was born April 11, 1842. His death occurred at 1:30 o'clock the afternoon of March 29, 1909, making his age at the time 66 years, 11 months and 18 days. He was married January 1, 1861, in Tennessee to Caroline Easterly. The following children survive: Emma wife of James Fletcher; Mrs. Mary Scott, Calvin M., Mrs. Minerva Ford, Melvin J., Mrs. Delia Shanklin and Mrs. Meda Frost. Two sisters, Frances Karonton and Sarah Smith and thirty-one grandchildren also survive. During the civil war, he was a member of the eighth Tennessee regiment, and a short time after his enlistment, and a short time after his enlistment was a recruiting officer for the Union army enlisting two companies. In 1863 he joined the Third Tennessee mounted infantry, serving until November 22, 1864, when he was mustered out. The next year he came to Boone county where he lived continuously until his death. He was a hard worker, and had accumulated considerable property. Mr. Isenhour was a member of the G.A.R. at Zionsville, and of the Odd Fellows at Whitestown. Mrs. Isenhour was a member of the Baptist church at whitestown. His funeral was preached at the First Baptist church in Lebanon on Wednesday morning at eleven o'clock by Rev. I.B. Morgan, the Whitestown church choir furnishing the music. The funeral was largely attended. Interment at Oak Hill.
Lebanon Patriot, Boone County, Indiana; Thursday, April 1, 1909
Contributed by Kim Hancock

The death of Mrs. Phoebe Caroline Isenhour occurred last Thursday at her home in Whitestown, at 2:30 o'clock p.m. after an illness of eight months. Her death was caused by cancer of the mouth. Mrs. Isenhour was born in Coke county, Tennessee, June 11, 1841, and was married to Irenious Isenhour, of Tennessee, January 1, 1861. From this union, the children surviving are Mary Scott, Calvin Isenhour, Ellen Burgess, Laura Jones, Minerva Ford, Melvin Isenhour and Meda Wood. Mrs. Isenhour was a member of the Baptist church of Whitestown. The funeral services were held from that church Saturday, August 9, at 10:00 o'clock, in the morning, by the Rev. Buckner. Interment was in Oak Hill cemetery.
Lebanon Pioneer, Boone County, Indiana; Thursday, August 14, 1919
Contributed by Kim Hancock

Mrs. Eva Jacks, died at her home in Pittsburg, Kansas, July 16, and was brought to Lebanon last Friday evening and taken to the home of Ol Witt where funeral services were conducted Saturday morning by Rev. Price. She was the daughter of John M. Powell of Indianapolis but formerly of this city, and the wife of Al Jacks who resided here for many years. She had been much troubled with asthma and weak heart and the failure of the heart to perform its function was the immediate cause of death. Burial at Oak Hill cemetery. Mrs. Jacks was born near Thorntown and was about thirty-two years old. She was raised in this county and for a number of years resided with her parents in this city. She was married to Mr. Jacks here in 1889, and they later moved to Indianapolis and from there Pittsburg, Kansas. She leaves a husband and one child, a son nine years old. She was a member of the Presbyterian church.
The Lebanon Patriot, Boone County, Indiana; July 24, 1902
Contributed by Kim Hancock

Death has again visited Jamestown, this time claiming James Harvey Jacks, known as Harvey Jacks, who was born in Bath county, Kentucky, April 2, 1828. He was united with the Christian church when he was about 14 years of age. He came to Indiana in 1851 and immediately united with the church at Jamestown, where he has been a faithful member ever since. He married Nancy Covey, July 29, 1855. To this union was born nine children - eight daughters and the son survive him, all members of the Christian church. The children are as follows: Mrs. Trusty of Indianapolis; Mrs. Gillaspie of Bloomington, Ind.; Mrs. Robbins of Hendricks county; M.H. Jacks of Bruceville, Ind.; Ethel, Cora, Beatrice and Justina are at home. He retired Saturday night in his usual health, but at a quarter past three o'clock the family found that he was dying, and in 15 minutes more he awoke in heaven. He leaves two brothers and an only sister. In business affairs he was strictly honest. As a neighbor, obliging; as a husband, faithful; as a father, loving. He was 71 years, 2 months and 20 days old. Those who attended the funeral from a distance were R.F. and Mrs. Jacks, Charley Jacks, Mrs. Bruce and Mr. and Mrs. Trusty from Indianapolis; Mrs. Neff and her two sons and Mr. and Mrs. Witt from Lebanon; M.H. Jacks and family from Bruceville; Mr and Mrs. Gillaspie from Bloomington. Funeral services were held at Jamestown Monday at 10 o'clock, conducted by Rev. W.T. Brooks and assisted by Rev. H.H. Dunlavy, and attended by many friends and neighbors, after which the remains were laid to rest in the Lowry cemetery.
The New Ross Mail, Montgomery County, Indiana; Friday, June 23, 1899
Contributed by Kim Hancock

After a lingering illness of several months with consumption Thomas H. Jacks died at one o'clock on last Sunday afternoon. For many years he was regarded as one of the characters of Lebanon, and the announcement of his death will no doubt be received with feeling of sorrow by many who knew the good qualities of his heart. An esteemed friend of the writer, one who knew the man intimately, recently said: "If it should be decreed that every mean man in Lebanon should be put to death, commencing with the worst, hundreds would meet their doom before Tom Jacks was reached." Some how or other a great many people looked upon him as a bad man. He had faults-grievous faults- but there wasn't a mean characteristic in his life. He was a veritable disciple of the genus Bohemia. He was rough in his manner, but always genial, and his heart was tender as a child's. He was a great friend to sick people and hundreds will remember some little act of unselfish kindness to his fellow men leads us to hope that his spirit is with God that gave it. Poor Tom! May he rest in peace. He was born in Bath county, Ky., November 18, 1834, and at the time of his death was forty-seven years of age. He enlisted in the 54th Indiana regiment and afterward veteranized with the 40th regiment. His funeral was under the auspices of the Union Veteran Association, and was attended by a large number of friends.
Lebanon Patriot, Boone County, Indiana; Thursday, March 11, 1880
Contributed by Kim Hancock

John M. Jackson, died at his home in the west part of town Tuesday at 10:30 a.m., after about a years illness with consumption. He was aged forty-eight years, ten months and four days, and was born in Cass county, he was married December 20, 1874, to Mattie J. Beaman, who survives him as does also one daughter, Mrs. Allie Laughlin. Mr. Jackson served in the regular army from 1870 to 1873, and was a member of Co. E, Eighteenth Infantry. He lost a leg a few years ago, which was cut off by a big Four train, near his home. He was a member of the M.E. church. The funeral was held at the church yesterday afternoon, and was conducted by Rev. D. Tilotson. Burial at Oak Hill cemetery.
The Lebanon Patriot, Boone County, Indiana; Thursday, March 7, 1901
Contributed by Kim Hancock

Last rites for William M. Jackson, former county official and highly esteemed resident of this city, were held Saturday afternoon from Congress Street ME Church. The services in charge of Rev. C.A. Brown of Hobart and Rev. C.L. Harper, former pastors of Congress Street church and Rev. George P. Burdon, present pastor, were attended by throngs of relatives and friends, including representatives from various fraternal organizations of which Mr. Jackson was a member and republican candidates. For an hour previous to the services the body lay in state at the church, reposing in banks of beautiful flowers. During this time, Mrs. Edward B. Boonstra presided at the organ. Active pallbearers were: Roy C. Street, Fred N. Prass, Lynn Parkinson, Richard Vandermay, John C. Miller and WW Gibson. Honorary pallbearers were: Frank Cary, Homer Hennegar, J. Frank Smith, IA Miller, Edgar H. Andress, James S Lane, Thomas Bauer, Ralph Adams, Floyd Sheets, EE LeFevre, Davis Enfield, Fred Stivers and John Stoner. Interment was made in Spring Vale cemetery. Those attending from out of the city were: John Stoner; Mrs. Zela Myers and Mrs. Donald Sneer of Indianapolis; Mr. and Mrs. Bruce Wilbur, of Mishawaka and James Kent of Frankfort
Lafayette Journal-Courier, Tippecanoe County, Indiana; Saturday, 22 Sept 1934, p. 12
Contributed by Karen Zach

Anderson - Funeral services will be held Sunday for Ezekiel Johnson, age 81 who died of injuries after being struck by an automobile. A native of England, he came to Anderson 60 years ago and for several years was a glass blower. Six sons and a daughter survive.
Indianapolis News, Marion County, Indiana; 1 October 1938, p. 18
Contributed by Karen Zach

On Tuesday evening last, at this residence in this city, Mr. Chelver Kelso, aged 32 years. Mr. Kelso was a victim to that fatal disease, consumption, and has been in failing health for some time, and his death was not unexpected. He was an exemplary man, and respected by those who knew him. He was a member of the Presbyterian church, and had been getting ready for the change he knew must come before many years had passed. He leaves a wife and one child to mourn his loss. The funeral services were held yesterday afternoon at the family residence, Rev. Banta officiating. A large number of neighbors and friends were in attendance, and followed the remains to the cemetery.
The Lebanon Patriot, Boone County, Indiana; February 26, 1885
Contributed by Kim Hancock

Cynthia Marie McDowell Kincaid, 85, Martinsville, died Jan 13. She had worked for several restaurants in the Martinsville area. She was a member of Paragon, Ind. Christian Church. Graveside services: 11 a.m. Jan 15 in Friendship Park Cemetery, Paragon. Calling: none. She was the widow of Orval Kincaid. Survivors: daughter Betty L. Smith; five grandchildren; five great grandchildren. Neal & Summers Mortuary, Martinsville, is handling arrangements.
Indianapolis News, Marion County, Indiana; Sunday, 14 Jan 1996, p. 33
Contributed by Karen Zach

Mrs. Jennie Kirkdorffer, 85, New Paris, Ind., mother of John Kirkdorffer, Berne, died at 9:30 a.m. Christmas Day at the Medeo Nursing Center in Elkhart. She was born in Elkhart County on January 17, 1890, the daughter of Jacob and Clara Johnston-Mishler. She was married to Vern Kirkdorffer on December 8, 1906. He died January 22, 1960. She was a member of the Bethany Church of the Brethren. Surviving are four daughters and four sons, two sisters, two brothers, 22 grandchildren and 37 great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held at 3 p.m. today in New Paris.
[buried Union Center Cem., Nappanee, Elkhart County, Ind.]
Decatur Daily Democrat, Adams County, IN; Saturday, Dec. 27, 1975
Contributed by Janice Vasilovski

Liberty - Services will be conducted at the Fosdick Funeral Home at 2 p.m. tomorrow for James W. Knott, 82 years old, Brownsville, who died Thursday night. Burial will be in Christian Union Cemetery, Brownsville. Survivors are the widow and two sisters, Mrs. Joe Maze, Brosnville and Mrs. B.D. Beck, Lafayette.
Indianapolis Star, Marion County, Indiana; Saturday, 12 April 1952, p. 4
Contributed by Karen Zach

Word has been received here of the death of Mrs. Belle Grauman Kohn, former leader in Indianapolis Jewish and civic circles in her home at Hollywood, Cal. She had been ill since 1934 when she suffered a broken hip in a fall in a downtown Indianapolis building. Mrs. Kohn was for several years head of the Indianapolis Women's Benevolent Society and was active in the local council of Jewish women. She was a member of the board of the Girls' Industrial School at Clermont and was one of the leaders in the campaign of the Indianapolis Community Fund. She was the widow of Benjamin Kohn who died in 1929. Funeral services are to be held Monday in the Wee Kirk of the Heather in Hollywood. Rabbi Magnn, prominent LA rabbi will officiate. Cremation will follow. The ashes will be brought to Indianapolis. Surviving are three sons: Isadore G. Kohn, Indianapolis; Myron H. Kohn, Miami, Fla. and Benjamin E. Kohn, Hollywood, and a grandson.
Indianapolis News, Marion County, Indiana; 1 October 1938, p. 18
Contributed by Karen Zach

Evansville, Ind Oct 1- Miss Leota Krug, age 20, a tavern cashier was killed early today when the car in which she was riding, driven by John Burford, age 20, overturned on a curve in a road near here. Her skull was crushed. Burford is in Deaconess Hospital where attaches said extent of his injuries has not been determined.
Indianapolis News, Marion County, Indiana; 1 October 1938, p. 18
Contributed by Karen Zach

Richmond - Mrs. Mary E. Kuhlow, age 96, native of Germany but a resident of Richmond 80 years, died here yesterday at the home of her son, George C. Kuhlow of a cerebral hemorrhage. She is survived by another son, Charles E. Kuhlow and two daughters, Mrs. Mary Tangeman and Mrs. Fred Lindeman, both of this city. She was the oldest member of St. John's Lutheran Church. Funeral services will be held Sunday afternoon.
Indianapolis News, Marion County, Indiana; 1 October 1938, p. 18
Contributed by Karen Zach

Mrs. Mollie Lane, wife of William Lane, of Slabtown, died last Wednesday morning at 3 o'clock. She had been down with consumption for some time. She was twenty-wight years old and a good christian woman. The funeral occurred Friday morning at 10:30 o'clock, Rev. William Myers, of Whitestown officiating. Burial at Bethel.
Mrs. Mollie Lane, wife of William Lane, died Thursday of consumption, after an illness of many months. She leaves a husband and two children to mourn her loss. She was a member of the M.E. Church. The funeral exercise were held at Lane's Chapel by Rev. Beery, after which the remains were taken to the Bethel cemetery for burial.
Both from The Lebanon Patriot, Boone County, Indiana; Thursday, July 27, 1893
Contributed by Kim Hancock

Mrs. Allie Laughlin, widow of Alonzo Laughlin, deceased, notice of whose death appears in this issue, died Wednesday evening May 6, at 7:20 o'clock at the residence of her mother, Mrs. Martha J. Jackson on east Main street, this city. She had been sick about two years with tuberculosis. Mrs. Laughlin was born in this city January 20, 1878. June16, 1898 she was married to Alonzo Laughlin, of this city. One child Beatrice, aged two years survive her. She was a member of the Methodist church and Epworth League, of this city. She made every detail of the arrangements for her funeral herself. The remains may be viewed tomorrow between the hours of 9 and 1. Funeral services will be held at the residence at 2 p.m. tomorrow under the direction of Rev. Tilotson of the Methodist church and Rev. Cook of the Baptist church with burial at Oak Hill.
The Lebanon Patriot, Boone County, Indiana; Thursday, May 7, 1903
Contributed by Kim Hancock

Alonzo Laughlin, aged 29 years and 25 days died at the home of his father on the corner of West and Chicago streets last Friday at 9 p.m. of tuberculosis. He had been in poor health for the last two years and his death was not unexpected. He leaves a wife and one daughter, Beatrice. He was a barber by trade, Mr. Laughlin was born in this city, April 14, 1874. In June 1898 he enlisted in Battery K, Heavy Artillery U.S. Regulars. He was married to Miss Alice Jackson of this city, June 16, 1898 and the following day left for service in the Philippines. He took part in both the Spanish American and Philippine wars, returning home in 1899. For two years he was a lieutenant of Company L, national Guards of this city. The funeral services were held at the residence of his father, William Laughlin, Sunday may 3, at 3 p.m., Rev. Demetrius Tilotson of the Methodist church officiating. Roy Legan, Ollie Miller, Frank Barker, George Schulemire, J. Arthur Brown and Larkin Sandlin, Philippine comrades of Mr. Laughlin, acted as pall bearers. One of the most beautiful of the floral tributes was a figure 8, five feet in height, of white and pink carnations and smilax presented by his comrades of the 8th Army corps in the Philippine service. He was given a regular military burial, the services being in the hands of the militia, concluding with a farewell salute fired over his grave followed by the sounding of taps.
The Lebanon Patriot, Boone County, Indiana; Thursday, May 7, 1903
Contributed by Kim Hancock

Bourbon, Ind., Aug. 10 - Nancy Lee, a trotter belonging to William O'Brien, valued at $5,000 died here Thursday.
Logansport Pharos-Tribune, Cass County, IN; Satrday, 1 August 1894, p. 2
Contributed by Karen Zach

News has been received here of the death of Dr. J. E. Mann of Louisville, Kentucky, at Liberal, Kansas. He had been in failing health for a long time, and went last October in the hope of obtaining relief. Dr. Mann was well known here and stood high in its profession as a specialist in the cure of eye, ear, nose and throat troubles. He was an instructor for the Southwestern Homeopathic Medical college and had an office in the Gaulbert building. He is survived by his wife, a son, Ivan, sixteen years old, and a daughter, Margaret, nine years old. The body will be brought to Louisville for burial arriving tomorrow over the southern railway. The burial will be held at 2:30 o'clock from Pearson's chaplet. Dr. Mann was a native of this county, a brother of J. K. Mann and Mrs. Harry B. Knoff, and will be well remembered by many of our citizens.
Decatur Democrat, Adams County, Indiana; Thursday, Feb. 15, 1906
Contributed by Karin King

Bedford - Rites for Mrs. May Maple, who died at the hospital here yesterday will be held Sunday. Mrs. Maple was a native of Indianapolis. A son and an uncle, Henry Messing of Indianapolis survive.
Indianapolis News, Marion County, Indiana; 1 October 1938, p. 18
Contributed by Karen Zach

Brazil - Oscar Clay Martin, age 44, farmer northwest of Brazil and veteran of the world war, died at the Veterans' Hospital, Indianapolis. He was a member of Clay County Post No. 2 American Legion.
Indianapolis News, Marion County, Indiana; 1 October 1938, p. 18
Contributed by Karen Zach

William H. McConnehey, 73, Fort Wayne, a native of Decatur, died at 12:30 p.m. Monday in St. Joseph's Hospital, Fort Wayne, one hour after admittance. Mr. McConnehey lived most of his life in Fort Wayne. He was an employee for the Perfection Biscuit Co., prior to his employment with Kresge Co. Distribution Center, where he had retired in 1971 as a security guard. Surviving are his wife, Vera; a daughter, Mrs. Robert Rumbaugh, Garrett; and a brother, Albert, Colon, Mich. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Wednesday in C.M. Sloan & Sons Funeral Home, Fort Wayne, where friends may call from 2 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. today. Burial will be in Greenlawn Memorial Park.
Decatur Daily Democrat, Adams County, IN; Tuesday, Dec. 23, 1975
Contributed by Janice Vasilovski

Mrs. Nellie M. McConnell, 90, died in the home of her daughter, Mrs. Merle Conrad, West Point at 4:55 p.m. Saturday after an illness of six weeks. Born in Henning, Ill, she resided in Lafayette 55 years. She was a member of the First Christian Church, Lafayette. In 1887 she married John McConnell, who died in 1951. Surviving are three sons, Wayne S of West Lafayette; Wilbur (Pete) of Lafayette and Harvey J of Sioux City, Iowa and two daughters, Mrs. Conrad and Mrs. Velora Alleman of East Lansing, Mich.
Lafayette Journal-Courier, Tippecanoe County, Indiana; Monday, 17 April 1961, p. 4
Contributed by Karen Zach

Catherine McGuire died at her home in this city, Saturday, April 16, 1910. She was born in Ireland, November 4, 1840, and was therefore 69 years, 3 months and 12 days old on the day of her departure. The cause of her death was la grippe. She was married to Thomas McGuire, November 4, 1858, in Cincinnati. The following children to survive her; Mary Smith, Cecella, Carey, Grace Cassey, Charles, Daniel and John McGuire. One sister, Grace Boyle, of Philadelphia, also survive, as well as 21 grandchildren, and four great grandchildren. The deceased was a member of St. Joseph Catholic church and the Altar and Rosary Society of this city. Funeral services were conducted at the church at nine o'clock Monday forenoon by the pastor, Father Connelly. Burial at Catholic cemetery.
Lebanon Patriot, Boone County, Indiana; Thursday, April, 21, 1910
Contributed by Kim Hancock

Luretta, the twelve year old daughter of Mrs. Lizzie Miller, who resides at Woodburn, died this morning after an illness of several weeks duration. Death resulted from typhoid pneumonia. The remains of the child will no doubt be brought to this city for interment, but as yet no arrangements for the have been made. Mrs. Miller is a sister of Fred Bohnke of this city.
Decatur Democrat, Adams County, Indiana; Thursday, Feb. 1, 1906
Contributed by Karin King

LaPorte, Ind., Oct. 1 - Ralph Mordue, age 40, at Oak Park Illinois was killed last night when his car collided with one driven by Orie Zook, Goshen. The accident occurred on a curve in US Road 6, south of here. Zook was not injured.
Indianapolis News, Marion County, Indiana; 1 October 1938, p. 18
Contributed by Karen Zach

Harry Moser, 92, of Wren, Ohio passed away Wednesday morning, January 9, 2019 at Majestic Care of New Haven where he had been a resident for the past three months. He was born August 2, 1926 in Wren, Ohio in the same house of his current residence to the late Earl Moser & the late Mary (Case) Moser. Harry was united in marriage to Joyce Ward on June 5, 1949 in Decatur, Indiana & she preceded him in death on December 15, 2012. Harry was a honorably discharged veteran of the United States Army, having served during World War II and achieving the rank of Private. He attended the Calvary Evangelical Church in Van Wert, Ohio with his wife, Joyce prior to her death. Harry was also a member of the American Legion Post #43 in Decatur. He supported his community by being involved with the Wren Volunteer Fire Department for over 30 years and also served on the Van Wert County Sheriff's Department as an Auxiliary Officer for 23 years. Harry was a lifelong farmer and retired from Tokheim in Fort Wayne after 42 ½ years of service. Harry loved to tinker around his farm…he had to stay busy. He enjoyed hunting and fishing. He was known to help people, which kept him busy…and didn't know a stranger. Family was important to Harry and he followed them wherever they went. He was a caring and ornery father, which accelerated when he became a grandfather. He is survived by his son, Larry (Lisa) Moser of Wren, OH; daughter-in-law, Kay (Dave) Neuenschwander of Berne, IN; granddaughter, Amanda (Daniel) Stevens of Ohio City, OH; grandson, Andrew Moser of Ohio City, OH; granddaughter, Mackenzie (Matthew) Billington of Berne, IN; grandson, Lane "LJ" Moser of Fort Wayne, IN; & two great-grandchildren, Atticus Billington and Fitzgerald Billington. He was preceded in death by his son, J. Lane Moser; a brother, Marshall Moser; & five sisters, Leona Hunt, Ruth Bennett, Evelyn Gibbs, Audrey Sammentinger, & Harriet Krugh (twin sister). A funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m. Monday, January 14, 2019 at the Zwick & Jahn Funeral Home in Decatur with Rev. Carol Tumbleson-Evans officiating. Interment will follow at Woodland Cemetery in Van Wert, Ohio with Military Graveside Honors to be conducted by the American Legion Post #43 Color Guard. Family & friends will be received from 12 Noon to 4:00 p.m. Sunday, January 13, 2019 at Zwick & Jahn Funeral Home in Decatur and one hour prior to services Monday also at the funeral home. Preferred memorials are to Visiting Nurse & Hospice Home or ACCF-Cancer Angel Fund.
Zwick & Jahn Funeral Home online obit (accessed 1/10/2019)

Joyce (Ward) Moser, 84 years old of Wren, Ohio, passed away on Saturday, December 15, 2012 in the Adams Memorial Hospital. She was born on Friday, August 24, 1928 in Waynedale, Indiana the daughter of the late Harley Ward and the late Amanda (Neuenschwander) Ward. She married Harry Moser on June 5, 1949 in Decatur, Indiana. Joyce was a member of Calvary Evangelical Church in Van Wert, Ohio. She was a homemaker and had previously worked for Edward's Studio in Decatur, Indiana. Surviving are her husband, Harry Moser of Wren, Ohio; son, Larry (Lisa) Moser of Glenmore, Ohio; daughter-in-law, Kay (Dave) Neuenschwander of Berne; granddaughter, Amanda Moser; grandson, Andrew Moser; granddaughter, Mackenzie (Matthew) Billington, and grandson Lane "LJ" Moser. Preceding Joyce in death were a son, J. Lane Moser; three sisters, Norma P. Ward, June Diehl, & Elvira Habegger; and two brothers, Rev. Roger H. Ward and Norman Ward. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, December 19, 2012 in the Zwick & Jahn Funeral Home with Pastor Carol Evans officiating. Interment will follow in the Woodland Cemetery, Van Wert, Ohio. Friends will be received from 2 to 5 and 6 to 8 p.m., Tuesday, December 18 in the Zwick & Jahn Funeral Home, Decatur. Preferred memorials are to Wren Fire Department.
Zwick & Jahn Funeral Home online obit (accessed 1/15/2019)

James Muldoon, familiarly known as Uncle Jimmie, died at the home of Leonard Kleinhantz, three miles northeast of Lebanon, Tuesday night. He was about eighty years old and served three and one-half years in the army as a member of the Fortieth Indiana regiment. He came to Boone county in an early day, and for many years was known to be one of the best ditchers in the county. It is said he carried the last hod of brick to finish the court house tower in 1858, and when he had done so, he took from his pocket a half pint flask of whiskey and drank from the scaffold. He was never married.
Lebanon Patriot, Boone County, Indiana; February, 4, 1887
Contributed by Kim Hancock

Berne - Double funeral services were held today at the Pleasant Valley Church near here for Mr. and Mrs. Edward Neadstine, victims in a double tragedy at their farm home. Neadstine shot and killed his wife, then committed suicide. Seven children survive.
Indianapolis News, Marion County, Indiana; 1 October 1938, p. 18
Berne, Ind., Sept 28 - A theory of murder and suicide was advanced tonight by Sheriff Dallas Brown in his investigation of the deaths of Edward Neadstine, 46, Blue Creek Township farmer and his wife, Florence, 43 whose bodies were found in their home, five miles northeast of here today. Mrs. Neadstine, mother of seven children, filed suit for divorce Tuesday. There were two bullet wounds in the woman's head, Brown said, but only one in that of Neadstine. The officer theorized the farmer shot his wife and then killed himself. All of the children were away from the home at the time of the shooting. Some were at school. Mrs. Jacob Dolch, Neadstine's sister,who lives nearby found the bodies when she called at the home this morning.
Muncie Star Press, Delaware County, Indiana; Thursday, 29 September 1938, p. 1
Contributed by Karen Zach

Lovell C. Pruett, 80, Indianapolis, died Jan 12. Services; 1 p.m. Jan 16 in Shirley Brothers Washington Memorial Chapel with calling from 2-9 p.m. Jan 14 and Jan 15. Burial: Orchard Hill Cemetery, Wanamaker. She was the widower of James D. Pruett. Survivors: sons Donald, Ronald, Dennis Pruett; daughters Barbara Dewitt; Karen Kidwell; Sheila Seabolt Stone; Janet Daniels; Sharon Cross; 16 grandchildren 8 great grandchildren.
Indianapolis News, Marion County, Indiana; Sunday, 14 Jan 1996, p. 33
Contributed by Karen Zach

Mrs. Glennie Edith Miller Rees, age 59, who died Friday in Methodist Hospital, will be buried in Greenfield following funeral services Sunday at 10 a.m. at the home west of Knightstown. Mrs. Rees was born in Rush County and had lived in Elwood and Eden before going to Knightstown 20 years ago. She was a member of the Methodist Church. Survivors are four sons, Dr. RC Rees, Indianapolis; Joseph Rees, living at home; Cortland Rees, Gary and Robert Rees, Chicago; three daughters, Mrs. Vera Henderson, North Chicago; Miss Mary Rees, Auburn, Cal and Mrs. Deloras Key, Anderson; a brother, Wilbur P. Miller, Connersville and a sister Mrs. Frankie L. Hamilton, Kearney, Neb.
Indianapolis News, Marion County, Indiana; 1 October 1938, p. 18
Contributed by Karen Zach

Elwood, Ind., Oct. 1 - George Robert Reveal, age 22, son of William Reveal, shot himself to death today with a shotgun in a shed at the rear of the family home. The body was found by the father who said the young man had been despondent because of impaired health. Survivors, besides the father are five sisters, three brothers and two half sisters.
Indianapolis News, Marion County, Indiana; 1 October 1938, p. 18
Contributed by Karen Zach

Barbara E. Rose age 99 of Portland passed away Monday January 7, 2019 in Persimmon Ridge Healthcare. She was born February 23, 1919 in Grabeel, Missouri the daughter of Archie and Bessie (Capart) Frazier. She was married December 31, 1937 to Ralph L. Rose and he died December 16, 1999. She had worked for Harvey's Apparel and Lord's Dress Shop both in Portland. She was a member of Asbury United Methodist Church where she was involved in the Homemakers Class, Joy Circle and Church Women United. She was active in the Red Cross and Jay County Hospital Aux where she donated over 14,750 hours of her time. She was awarded the Lifetime Achievement Award in 1996 by the Cincinnatus League. She is survived by a grandson Allen Trump of Lowell, Indiana. There will be no services and burial will be in the Calumet Park Cemetery in Merrillville, Indiana. Memorials can be made to Asbury United Methodist Church or Jay County Hospital Aux. Baird-Freeman Funeral Home are in charge of arrangements.
Baird-Freeman Funeral Home online obit (accessed 1/9/2019)

Robert E. Saalfield, 64, father of Paul Saalfield of Anthony Wayne Meadows, died unexpectedly Monday evening in Escondido, Calif. Mr. Saalfield, formerly of Niagara Falls, N.Y., resided in southern California for the past 12 years. Also surviving are his wife, Estelle, and two other sons, Peter of Jacksonville, Fla., and John, Boston, Mass., four grandchildren, a twin brother and one sister.
Decatur Daily Democrat, Adams County, IN; Friday, Dec. 19, 1975
Contributed by Janice Vasilovski

FORMER BERNE MAN IS DEAD - Samuel Schneck, 64, Dies at Woodburn; Funeral Today
Samuel Schneck, 64, a former Berne man, died at his home one mile south of Woodburn Tuesday. Complications caused his death. He is a native of Switzerland and came to the U.S.A. in 1887, landing in Berne, April 1, of that year. He moved to Woodburn in 1895. Many of the older Berne people still remember him. He married Elizabeth Kaiser in 1914. Two sons and a daughter survive besides the widow, also several brothers and sisters. The funeral was held at Woodburn today, with burial in the Mennonite cemetery there. We are indebted to Dr. E. Moser of Woodburn for this information. (no date given)
Adams County Historical Museum
1935 Scrapbook, image 37
Transcribed by Karin King

LOCAL WOMAN'S MOTHER - Mrs. John Schroeder, Mother of Mrs. Fred Kamholz Buried Today
Mrs. John Schroeder, about 74 years old, mother of Mrs. Fred Kamholz of Berne, died Friday evening at 7:15 o'clock at her home in Union, Ill. Death was caused by pneumonia. Mr. and Mrs. Kamholz left here Friday for her bedside and arrived there about one-half hour before she died. Mr. and Mrs. Wilbur Luginbill received word of her death. Surviving are the husband, one son and two daughters. The funeral was held this afternoon. (Handwritten date: Monday, Jan. 24, 1935)
Adams County Historical Museum
1935 Scrapbook, image 36
Transcribed by Karin King

Funeral services for Edwin R. Smeltzer III, 31, New Haven, brother of Mary Smeltzer, Decatur, will be held at 11 a.m. Monday in E. Harper & Son Funeral Home, New Haven. He died at about 8:30 p.m. Thursday in his home after being overcome by fumes while working on a car in his garage. The garage doors were closed while Mr. Smeltzer was working on the car. He was a native of Bluffton and had resided in Fort Wayne before moving to New haven a year ago. He had been employed six years at the B.F. Goodrich plant in Woodburn. Surviving are his wife, Sharon, two sons, Brian and Mark, both at home; his parents Mr. and Mrs. Edwin Smeltzer Jr., Bluffton; two sisters, Mary Smeltzer, Decatur, and Judy Chambers, Orlando Fla., three brothers, John, Jim and Jeff, all of Bluffton; a half brother, Steve Franklin, Bluffton; and grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Edwin Smeltzer Sr., Bluffton. Friends may call from 7 to 9 p.m. today and 2 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday. Burial will be in New Haven IOOF Cemetery.
Decatur Daily Democrat, Adams County, IN; Friday, Nov. 22, 1975
Contributed by Janice Vasilovski

Amos B. Springer, 87, route 1, Yoder, a retired farmer, died this morning at his home. He was a member of the St. Mark's Lutheran Church. Born in Allen County on April 10, 1888, he was the son of J. Fred and Maggie Springer-Springer. His parents and wife, the former Ella Dettmer, preceded him in death. Survivors include three daughters, Lucille Thiele and Anita Thiele, both of rural route, Fort Wayne; Catharine Hockemeyer, rural route, Monroeville; one sister, Mrs. Nettie Friederich, Youngstown, O.; 13 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren. One son and one sister preceded him in death. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday at the St. Mark's Lutheran Church, with Rev. Rodney Willeke officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Friends may call at the Elzey-Dickey and Haggard Funeral Home, Waynedale, after 7 p.m. tonight and after 2 p.m. Tuesday. Preferred memorials are to the church building fund.
Decatur Daily Democrat, Adams County, IN; Monday, December 22, 1975
Contributed by Janice Vasilovski

Albert P. Sprunger, 75, Monticello, brother of Martin F. Sprunger, Decatur, died at 4:30 p.m. Monday at the Monticello Nursing Home, following an extended illness. Mr. Sprunger was the owner of Al's Tin Shop, Monticello, before retiring several years ago. He was born in Berne on Oct. 11, 1900, the son of Simon and Rachel Sprunger, and was first married to Selma Roth, who preceded him in death. Survivors include the wife, Lois; five children, Ronald, Robert, Donald, Steven, all of Monticello; Mrs. Homer (Violet) Conrad, Fort Wayne; two brothers, Martin F. Sprunger, Decatur; Simon Sprunger, Walkerton; and one sister, Miss Elvina Sprunger, Berne. Five brothers and six sisters preceded him in death. Funeral services will be held Thursday at the Miller and Voorhis Funeral Home; Monticello. Friends may call at the funeral home after 12 noon Wednesday.
[Buried IOOF Riverview Cem., Monticello, White County, Indiana]
Decatur Daily Democrat, Adams County, IN; Tuesday, Dec. 16, 1975
Contributed by Janice Vasilovski

J. H. Stark, ex-superintendent of the poor farm, was buried this morning at 10 o'clock at Prairie Grove cemetery. The expenses were defrayed by a few friends of the deceased.
Fort Wayne Sentinel, Allen County, Indiana; Wed., March 28, 1883
Contributed by Karin King

DIED
TREMMEL - Yesterday at 5 p.m., Mary Ann Tremmel, aged 4 months, daughter of Conrad Tremmel. The funeral will take place at St. Peter's church, on tomorrow morning at 9 o'clock a.m.
Fort Wayne Daily Sentinel, Allen County, Indiana; Monday, July 20, 1874
Contributed by Karin King

Mrs. Sophia C. VanDolah, age 81, who died Friday at her home, 2435 Carrollton Avenue will be buried in Crown Hill cemetery following funeral services Monday at 2 p.m. at Hisey & Titus mortuary. Mrs. VanDolah was born in Dearborn County and had lived here 32 years. She was a member of the Broadway Baptist Church. Survivors are a son, Harry J. VanDolah; two daughters, Mrs. Blanche Unthank and Mrs. Birdie A. Dunn, all of this city; a brother, John Robert, Topeka, Kans., and two grandchildren.
Indianapolis News, Marion County, Indiana; 1 October 1938, p. 18
Contributed by Karen Zach

Jipsy Minniear Wilson, 84, North Salem died Jan 13. She owned and operated Wilson Woods Camp Ground, North Salem 29 years, retiring in 1989. She was a member of North Salem Christian Church. Services: 2 p.m. Jan 16 in Porter Funeral Home, North Salem, with calling from 3-9 p.m. Jan 15. Burial: Fairview Cemetery, North Salem. She was the widow of Paul Ellis Wilson. Survivors: daughter Myrna Sweeney; three grandchildren; one great grandchild.
Indianapolis News, Marion County, Indiana; Sunday, 14 Jan 1996, p. 33
Contributed by Karen Zach

HOLD FUNERAL OF YOUNG GIRL - Frances Marie Workinger Dies Saturday Afternoon at Hospital
Funeral services for Frances Marie Workinger, eight year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William Workinger of Union township, who died at the Adams county memorial hospital shortly after noon Saturday, were held this afternoon from the St. Paul church at 2 o'clock. Rev. Frank Engle, pastor of the Union Chapel United Brethren church, officiated at the services and burial was made in Monroeville. The child died at 12:30 o'clock at the hospital of complications following a three weeks' illness. She was a member of the St. Paul Sunday School and was a second grade pupil in the Pleasant Mills school. She was born in Union township on January 4, 1927, a daughter of William and Madge Workinger. Surviving besides the parents are three brothers: Robert S., of St. Mary's township; Kenneth of Camp Sheridan, Illinois and Lester of St. Mary's township. One sister, Marjorie, is deceased. (Handwritten date: Monday, March 11, 1935)
[buried Monroeville Memorial Cemetery, Monroeville, Allen County, IN]
Adams County Historical Museum
1935 Scrapbook, image 31
Transcribed by Karin King

Jackson R. Wright, 67, father of Mrs. Gerald (Roma) Reese, route 3, Decatur, died unexpectedly early this morning at his home in Eaton, Ind. A retired farmer who ran the Wright Coal & Ice Co. in Eaton for 25 years, Mr. Wright was born in Eaton and lived his entire life in that area. He was a member of the First Christian Church in Eaton. His wife, Iva, survives, along with the one child, Mrs. Reese. Her husband is president of Decatur Bank & Trust Co. Also surviving are five sisters and one brother, and three grandchildren, Cynthia, Debara, [sic] and Barry Reese. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday at Pitman Richman Funeral Home, Eaton, and burial will be in Union Cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home from 6 to 9 p.m. Tuesday.
Decatur Daily Democrat, Adams County, IN; Monday, Nov. 24, 1975
Contributed by Janice Vasilovski

James O. Young Sr., 43, Willshire, O., died suddenly at 8 p.m. Thursday at West Pasco Hospital, New Port Richey, Fla. He was born March 17, 1932, in St. Mary's O., the son of Russell and Mabel Parks-Young Sr. Survivors include his widow, the former Rosalie Ann Stetler; two sons, James and Calvin, at home; three daughters, Mrs. Vendetta Gutshall, Huntington,; Mrs. Colletta Woodall, Leighton, Ala.; and Mrs. Donetta Brite, Decatur; three brothers, Russell, Robert and Paul, St. Mary's; four sisters, Mrs. Gwendolyn Burd, Mrs. Lahoma Fredricks, and Mrs. Loralee Bricker, all of St. Mary's; Mrs. Mercedes Miller, Celina, O., and a grandchild. Mr. Young was a former employee of International Harvester Co. in Fort Wayne. Funeral services are tentatively scheduled for 1 p.m. Tuesday at Ketcham-Ripley Funeral Home, Rockford. Burial will be in Willshire Cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Monday.
Decatur Daily Democrat, Adams County, IN; Saturday, Dec. 27, 1975
Contributed by Janice Vasilovski