The greatest pleasure of Mrs. Elsie O. Allen, 63, who died Wednesday night, was sewing for her grandchildren and great grandchildren. Mrs. Allen died in St. Vincent's Hospital. Her home was at 628 S. Woodrow. Born at Robinson, Ill, Mrs. Allen came to Indianapolis from Muncie 35 years ago. She had been a member of the Christian Church at Robinson, at Kokomo and Muncie and she attended the Christian Church here. Services will be held at 10 a.m. tomorrow in the Conkle West 16th Street Funeral Home. Burial will be in Floral Park Cemetery. Survivors are the husband, Ray R. Allen, long-time employee of the Link-Belt Co; a son, Ray W. Allen; three sisters, Mrs. George B. Saunders and Miss Nana Watts, Robinson and Mrs. Opal Locke in Texas, three grandchildren and two great grandchildren.
Indianapolis News, Marion County, Friday, 14 Nov 1952, p 33
Contributed by Karen Zach

Terre Haute, Ind., Dec 11 - Raymond Austin, alias Smith, colored, 30 years old was fatally shot tonight by an unidentified person within two minutes after, it is alleged he had shot and wounded Frank Huff, colored, 47 years old, owner of a soft drink saloon at 27th Street and Fourth avenue. The bullet entered Austin's body at the left breast, narrowly missing the heart. Austin was running nearly 10 yards from the saloon when he was shot. His assailant was not seen.
Fort Wayne, Journal-Gazette, Allen County, IN; Monday, 12 Dec 1921, p 11
Contributed by Karen Zach

Paul Edward Babbitt, 72, Indianapolis died Jan 27. He was a sales representative for Hardy Salt Co for 25 years, retiring in 1985. He was a Navy veteran of WWII. Services: 10 a.m. Jan 30 in Washington Park North Mortuary with calling from 5-8:30 p.m. Jan 29. Burial: Washington Park North Cemetery. Survivors: wife Norma J. Arthur Babbitt; son Scott B. Babbitt; mother Emma Howard Mann; brother Stafford Babbitt; three grandchildren.
Indianapolis Star, Marion County, Friday, 29 Jan 1999, p 41
Contributed by Karen Zach

Shoals, Ind., Sept 3 - Mrs. Amy Short Barrah, 82 years old, died today at the home of a daughter, Mrs. Lee Muck near here. The body will be taken to Springfield, Ill for burial. Four children survive.
Indianapolis Star, Marion County, Saturday, 4 Sep 1943
Contributed by Karen Zach

Joseph M. Baumgartl, 56, credit manager of the Inland Container Corp will be buried tomorrow in Calvary Cemetery. Services will be held at 8:30 a.m. in the Blackwell Funeral Home and at 9 a.m. in St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church. A resident of 4037 Park, Mr. Baumgartl died of a heart ailment yesterday in St. Vincent's Hospital. Born at Hartford, Wis, Mr. Baumgartl came here 14 years ago from Milwaukee. He was a member of St. Joan of Arc Church and its Holy name Society and was formerly a member of the board of directors of the Indianapolis Credit Association.
Indianapolis News, Marion County, Friday, 14 Nov 1952, p 33
Contributed by Karen Zach

Muncie, Ind., March 3 - The death of Charles D. Beemer, aged 29, occurred this morning at 10 o'clock after two days' sickness of pneumonia, superinduced by excessive smoking of cigarettes. He was formerly a member of the firm of Bowles & Beemer who were Muncie's leading druggists. His mother purchased the store and he has been manager of the store a portion of the time since. He was a member of the Knights of Pythias. He leaves a wife and one child. His wife is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. BF Bratton and was a popular young society woman.
Lafayette Journal and Courier, Tippecanoe County, IN; Thursday, 29 June 1972, p 4
Contributed by Karen Zach

Michigan City, June 1 - John Bell, 71, inmate of the state prison here since Sept 6, 1901, died last night about a half hour before the execution of John Dee Smith. Bell, a druggist was sentenced from LaPorte County for burglary in 1912, he was put in the prison insane hospital.
Crawfordsville Journal & Review, Montgomery County, IN; Wednesday, June 1, 1938, p 8
Contributed by Karen Zach

Shirley McIntyre Brannon, 61, New Whiteland died Jan 27. She was a homemaker. Services: 10 a.m. Jan 30 in Forest Lawn Wilson St, Pierre Funeral Home, State Road 135 Chapel, Greenwood with calling from 4-8 p.m. Jan 29. Burial: Forest Lawn Memory Gardens, Greenwood. Survivors: sons Eddie Tabb; Jack Brannon, mother Isbella Kissee McIntyre; sister Patty L. Tarter; brother Jim McIntyre four grandchildren.
Indianapolis Star, Marion County, Friday, 29 Jan 1999, p 41
Contributed by Karen Zach

Troy Bridgman, 82, Indianapolis died Jan 27. He worked for Penn Central Railroad for 22 years, retiring as a switchman in 1968. Services: 3 p.m. Jan 30 in Forest Lawn Wilson St. Pierre Funeral Home, State Road 135 Chapel, Greenwood, with calling from 4-9 p.m. Jan 29. Burial: Forest Lawn Memory Gardens, Greenwood. He was the widower of Gloria Miller Bridgman. Survivors: Children, Stanley, Troy Lonnie, Troy E Bridgman, Linda Wilbur, Teresa Smith, Shirley McGrath, Karen Moss, LaDonna Ferrell, Zondra Ezel; sisters Erlene Hawkins, Mildred Gray; 21 grandchildren; six great grandchildren.
Indianapolis Star, Marion County, Friday, 29 Jan 1999, p 41
Contributed by Karen Zach

Peter N. Brunsma, 28, Indianapolis died Jan 26. He was a technician for Roto-Rooter Plumbing. Memorial contributions may be made to a favorite charity. Graveside services: 11 a.m. Jan 30 in Crown Hill Cemetery. Calling: none. Survivors: mother Barbara J. Brunsma; sister Emily Brock; grandmother Jenny Brunsma. Flanner & Buchanan Broad Ripple Mortuary is handling arrangements.
Indianapolis Star, Marion County, Friday, 29 Jan 1999, p 41
Contributed by Karen Zach

Died: Chester Buchanan, 65, wrecking firm employee for 20 years. He died from burns suffered two weeks ago.
Indianapolis News, Marion County, Friday, 14 Nov 1952, p 33
Contributed by Karen Zach

John Burrous, aged 67 years, of Walton, a former resident of Galveston, died at the St. Joseph hospital in Logansport, Sunday afternoon where he had been taken several days ago critically ill with stomach trouble. He leaves a widow, one son, Willard Burrous of Goshen, one daughter, Mabel Keller of Lafayette and three grand-children. John Burrous was a loyal christian man, a good neighbor and friend, and will be missed by a large number of friends. Funeral services will be held this Wednesday afternoon, at Center U. B. church conducted by Rev. C. A. Sickofoose. Burial in the cemetery adjoining.
Several from Galveston attended the funeral of John Burrous at Center U. B. church this Wednesday afternoon.
Galveston Leader, Cass County, IN; Thursday, November 25, 1926, page 2
Contributed by Lena Harper

Hazelmary Knierim Cannaley, 87, Indianapolis, died Jan 27. She was a registered nurse for Wm. H. Block Co for 30 years, retiring in 1976. She was a 1933 graduate of St. Vincent School of Nursing, Toledo, Ohio. Services: Jan 30 at 9:15 a.m. in GH Herrmann Madison Avenue Funeral Home and at 10 a.m. in St. Roch Catholic Church of which she was a member. Calling: 4-8 p.m. Jan 29 in the funeral home. Burial: Calvary Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the church. Survivors: daughter Sandra Sue Thompson; four grandchildren; a great granddaughter.
Indianapolis Star, Marion County, Friday, 29 Jan 1999, p 41
Contributed by Karen Zach

Indianapolis, May 30 - Dr. Amos Carter, 85, for 11 years superintendent of the Rockville State Tuberculosis sanatorium died today at the home here of his daughter, Mrs. Birney D. Spradling. Dr. Carter had practiced medicine nearly 50 years. He was the oldest state institution head when he retired from the Rockville position in 1930. He and Mrs. Carter celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary a few months ago. He was born at Plainfield of pioneer Quaker parents, educated at Earlham College at Richmond and the old Medical College here and began his practice in his home town. He was into Republican politics and was state boys school physician several years. Governor James P. Goodrich named him to the sanatorium post in 1919. He belonged to the Friends Church, Odd Fellows and Masons.
Crawfordsville Journal & Review, Montgomery County, IN; May 31, 1938, p 6
Contributed by Karen Zach

Lynn, Ind., Sept 3 - John Porter Chenoweth, 61 years old, for many years a garage proprietor here, died yesterday. He was a lifelong Lynn resident. Rites will be held Sunday afternoon. The widow, four sons, three sisters and three brothers survive.
Indianapolis Star, Marion County, Saturday, 4 Sep 1943
Contributed by Karen Zach

Lagrange, Ind., June 1 - Marcia Cleppinger, 22-month-old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Luther CLeppinger of Fort Wayne, drowned in Adams Lake, northeast of here, yesterday.
Crawfordsville Journal & Review, Montgomery County, IN; Wednesday, June 1, 1938, p 1
Contributed by Karen Zach

DEATH OF JOSEPH COATS. An Aged and Highly Respected Citizen of Ekin.
Wednesday morning, at 11 o'clock Joseph Coats, aged 83 years, died at his home in Ekin, being sick for three or four weeks, of infirmities incident to old age. Uncle Joe Coats, as he was familiarly known had lived in the vicinity of Ekin from the time that he was a small boy, coming to that locality when it was a dense wilderness. He was a man of more than ordinary force of character, being well informed, and until quite recent years, took an active part in the affairs of the community in which he lived. He is survived by his wife, who also is well advanced in years. She was Miss Lucinda Scott, and with her, three daughters survive, they being Louisa and Lizzie, twins, and Mrs. Frank Grunt, of Sheridan. One sister, Mrs. Henderson Coppock, also survives. The funeral will take place Friday morning at 10 o'clock. The name of the pastor who will officiate is not known at this time.
Tipton Daily Tribune, Tipton County, IN; March 1914
Contributed by Lena Harper

BURIAL OF AGED WOMAN. Mrs. Lucinda Coats Laid to Rest Near Ekin. The funeral of Mrs. Lucinda Coats, whose death took place Sunday at her home near Ekin, was held Tuesday morning at the Methodist church in Ekin. Mrs. Coats was one of the pioneer settlers of that community, having lived in the county since 1860. Mrs. Coats, who was born in Wayne county, Dec. 1st, 1828, and was the daughter of Anderson and Mary (Burnside) Scott. Her parents were among the earliest settlers of Wayne county, they moving there from Virginia. Her father and five of her brothers, Levi, Orange, Eleazer, Isaac and Benjamin enlisted in the Civil war and served through it on the Union side. The father was wounded at the battle of Pittsburg Landing, but her brothers came through unhurt, but two of the brothers had contracted disease complication from which they died later. Mrs. Coats was united in marriage with Joseph H. Coats, at Lafayette Dec. 1st, 1854. They first went to housekeeping in Howard county, near Kokomo, later moved to Westfield and then to Tipton county near South Union church, and have lived in this community ever since. The husband died in 1914. Mrs. Coats was the mother of five children, three of whom survive her, Rosetta, wife of Frank Glunt, of Sheridan, and the Misses Louisa and Lizzie Coats, who have lived in the home and carefully cared for the aged mother. Mrs. Coats was a member of the M. E. church at Ekin, having confessed her faith when a young girl. She was a most lovable woman and counted her friends by the scores and is one of the pioneers who did her bit in making Tipton county what it is at the present time.
Tipton Daily Tribune, Tipton County, IN; Tuesday, October 8, 1918, page 8
Contributed by Lena Harper

Cogswell - Anna Cogswell was born Nov 8, 1852, in Orange County, Indiana. Died in Liberty Township, Linn County, Kansas, Jan. 14, 1883. She was married to William W. Cogswell April 6th, 1881 and came with him to Kansas in March 1882, where they came expecting to make their future home and doubtless filled with the bright hopes of a happy life; but alas for earthly hopes, when we are called to pass the dark valley and shadow of death there is nothing in our hopes which we can anchor our lives to and bid them remain. Wealth, culture, friends all are utterly impotent before the relentless mandates of the king of terrors. She leaves her young husband stricken in sorrow but with the tender task of rearing up two precious babes - twins - a little over a year old, to be a source of comfort and support in older years. She was converted and joined the ME Church about 10 years ago and since has ever loved the ways of her Master and delighted to walk in them. She left a happy evidence of her peace with him. Mr. Cogswell is a graduate and at present is engaged in teaching where he has gained a fine reputation in the few months he has been at work and now in this greatest of human sorrows has the sympathy of a large circle of sympathizing friends who will do all in their power to sooth in this affliction.
Greeley, Kansas News; Thursday, 18 Jan 1883, p 3
Contributed by Karen Zach

Vincennes, Ind., April 14 - Perry Collins, a once well-known lawyer, died last night very unexpectedly. Early Monday morning Mr. Collins was found by the police lying unconscious on the sidewalk on Second Street. He was taken to the hospital department of the county jail. Last night he was ordered to be taken to the poor house and died on the way. His death was due to exposure. Collins was a man of talent and education, but was an inebriate.
Indianapolis Journal, Marion County, IN; Friday, 15 April 1904, p 2
Contributed by Karen Zach

William Coster, an employee of the Rider Furniture Company, passed away at his home on North Main street Tuesday morning at 8:30 o'clock. Mr. Coster was born on June 25, 1898, the son of Alva and Rosa Coster, now deceased. He was married to Kathryn Inskeep, daughter of H. P. Inskeep of Monticello, on February 16, 1927. He had been employed thirteen years with the Adams Express Company at Bloomington before taking the position with the Rider Furniture Company in Monticello. Surviving are the widow and a brother, Benny Coster of Bloomington. Funeral services will be held this morning at the Prevo and Son Funeral Home at 10 o'clock with the Rev. McColgin in charge. The funeral procession will then go to the Green County Chapel near Bloomington where services will be held this afternoon at 2:30 o'clock with burial in the adjoining cemetery.
Monticello Herald-Journal, White County, Indiana; Thursday, April 19, 1934
Contributed by Lena Harper

DIED
In Monon Township, White county, on the 23rd inst., Mr. SILAS COWGER, in the 53rd year of his age.The deceased was an exemplary member of the M. E. Church for over thirty years. One of the oldest residents of the county, he leaves a large circle of bereaved relatives and friends.
The White County Democrat, Wednesday, March 26, 1862, page 2
Contributed by Lena Harper

Fort Wayne, Ind., May 22 - Miss Maggie Crawley, aged 20, died Monday at the Cottage Hotel from the effects of a criminal operation. She came here only a day or two ago from Michigan. There is considerable mystery connected with the affair. Coroner Barr is investigating.
Crawfordsville Daily Journal, Montgomery County, IN; 22 May 1894, p 4
Contributed by Karen Zach

Callie J. Cress, 49, Anderson, died Jan 28. She was a homemaker. Services: 11 a.m. Feb 2 in Pleasant Grove (Ala) Baptist Church. Calling 2-4 p.m. Jan 30 in Robert D. Loose Funeral Home, South Chapel, Anderson. Burial: Pleasant Grove (Ala) Cemetery. Survivors: husband Bascom "Bud" Cress; daughter Callie Joyce Beeman; stepchildren Tammy Farr, Steve Mills; mother Clara Wilson; four brothers, a sister, 12 grandchildren.
Indianapolis Star, Marion County, Friday, 29 Jan 1999, p 41
Contributed by Karen Zach

Attended Funeral.
Theral Smith and wife were among those who attended the funeral of Fred Curry at Wilkerson, Hancock county, Sunday afternoon. He was the son of Jonathan Curry and his death was due to a tractor accident which occurred last week on the Curry farm, details of which were printed in this paper.
Tipton Daily Tribune, Tipton County, IN; Monday, March 21, 1921, page 8
Contributed by Lena Harper

Anderson, Ind., Sept 3 - E. Fred DICE, 68 years old, active in Masonic affairs for many years died here today. He was a member of the Scottish Rite and of the Columbia Club at Indianapolis. Retired, he formerly was with a loan company here. The widow one son, a sister, Mrs. Daisy Stuart of Indianapolis and a granddaugter survive. Rites will be held Monday afternoon.
Indianapolis Star, Marion County, Saturday, 4 Sep 1943
Contributed by Karen Zach

Alexandria, Ind., Sept 3 - Elmer E. Dickey, 72 years old, farmer of the Rigdon Community, died yesterday in Mercy Hospital. A native of Madison County he is survived by a daughter, two sons and three sisters.
Indianapolis Star, Marion County, Saturday, 4 Sep 1943
Contributed by Karen Zach

The funeral of David Dillon will be held at the home at 815 North Phillips street Sunday at 10:30 a.m., conducted by Rev. Daniel Bock. The remains will be shipped to Anderson on the Panhandle train Sunday afternoon for interment.
Kokomo Daily Tribune, Howard County, IN; Saturday, January 16, 1909, page 1
Contributed by Lena Harper

Harry R. Elliott, 68, Tampa, Fla, formerly of Indianapolis, died Monday. Graveside services will be at 3 p.m. Friday in Myrtle Hill Cemetery, Tampa. There will be no calling. He had been a district manager of City Services Oil & Gasoline Co. Tampa until he retired. He was a member of First Baptist Church, Lutz, Fla. He was a widower of Bonnie Marie Elliott. Survivors: brother, Robert F. Elliot; sisters, Betty J. Otten and Margaret A. Roland; several grandchildren.
Indianapolis Star, Marion County, Saturday, 21 Apr 1990, p 60
Contributed by Karen Zach

New Albany, May 31 - Alfred Fabian, Sr., 50, of east Gary, injured in an automobile crash near Corydon Sunday died in a hospital here late last night.
Crawfordsville Journal & Review, Montgomery County, IN; Friday, July 5, 1935, p 3
Contributed by Karen Zach

Death of Mrs.Thos. Fording. Mrs. Mary Fording, aged 68 years died at her home on Griffith street Sunday afternoon, after a long illness.
Mary E. Walker, daughter of Thos and Elizabeth J. Walker, was born in Cass County, Indiana, on November 27, 1850, and departed this life May 11, 1919, age 68 years, 6 months and 14 days. On March 12 1868, she was united in marriage to J. Ewing Dupler, who died July 5, 1903. To this union six children were born, three dying in infancy. The three surviving children are Elizabeth M. Garbert of Kokomo, Woody W. and Harry C. Dupler, both of Sheridan; also one sister, Mrs. Dr. J. C.Wesener, one brother, seven grand children. On November 27th, 1912, she was again united in marriage to Thomas Fording, with whom she lived until her death. For many years she was a faithful member of the Methodist Episcopal church and nothing gave her greater pleasure than to be present at the regular church services. In her passing the husband has lost a true wife, the family a good mother, the church a loyal and faithful member while she herself has entered into that peace which remaineth for the people of God. Funeral services were held at the home Tuesday afternoon, conducted by Rev. A. E. Leese. Burial in the Sprinkle cemetery.
Galveston Leader, Cass County, Indiana; May 14, 1919, page 2
Contributed by Lena Harper

MRS. J. B. FUNK, MOTHER OF LOCAL DRUGGIST, DIES
Mrs. John B. Funk, mother of the local druggist, aged 76 years passed away Tuesday evening, December 29, at the Clinic Hospital, Bluffton as a result of complications following a fall. Funeral services were held Friday afternoon at 2:00 o'clock in the Baptist church, Liberty Center, and burial took place in the Fairview cemetery at Bluffton. She is survived by the son, J. A. J. Funk, a daughter, Mrs. Homer Johnson of Liberty Center, and three grandchildren John W. Funk, who is a senior in the Indiana School of Medicine, Rinear Funk stationed at Great Lakes Naval Training Station and Mary Jane Funk of Indiana University. Those attending from Galveston were Mr. and Mrs. C. E. Emerick, Mr. and Mrs. J. Fickle and Mr. and Mrs. J. A. J. Funk.
Galveston Leader, Cass County, IN; Thursday, January 7, 1943, page 1
Contributed by Lena Harper

Valpariso, Ind., July 4 - Ernst J. Garner, 78, banker, died here today. He formerly served as Porter County treasurer.
Crawfordsville Journal & Review, Montgomery County, IN; Friday, July 5, 1935, p 3
Contributed by Karen Zach

Wilma Jean Graham Gentry Fryer, 72, Indianapolis died Jan 27. She was a homemaker and volunteer for WIndsor Village Baptist Church. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association. Services 2 p.m. Jan 30 in Shirley Brothers Washington Memorial Chapel with calling from 4-8 p.m. Jan 29. Burial: Rest Haven Cemetery, Edinburgh. She was the widow of William Gentry. Survivors: children Jane Hall, Carol Frye, Vicki Garrity, Lori Powell, Mark Steven, Dave, Dan Gentry. Richard Fryer, sisters Gerri Black, Sue Abbott. Brothers John, Jim, Lee Graham; 15 grandchildren; 10 great grandchildren.
Indianapolis Star, Marion County, Friday, 29 Jan 1999, p 41
Contributed by Karen Zach

MRS. C. M. GIRTON PASSES AWAY - Funeral Services On Sunday at The Church
Mrs. Charles M. Girton, highly esteemed throughout the community, passed away yesterday afternoon at 3 o'clock at the home of her son, John Willard Girton in Idaville where she had been taken just two weeks ago today. She had been critically ill since that time. Mrs.Girton had been seriously ill the past several months, and bedfast most of the time since June. Mrs. Girton had resided in Michigan City all of her life with the exception of five years spent in Monticello, the family now residing at 420 East Michigan street, Michigan City. The well known woman was formerly Emma Bendix, and was born February 6 , 1896, in Michigan City, the daughter of Henry and Freda (Thurk) Bendix. She was married to Charles M. Girton on April 2, 1914. The Girton family resided here for five years, returning to Michigan City in 1936. A member of the First Christian Church of Monticello, Mrs. Girton was a regular attendant while here, and an active worker in the Sunday School and church choir. Surviving are the husband; three sons, John Willard of Idaville; Charles H., Fort Knox, Ky.; and Warren of Michigan City; her father, Henry Bendix of Michigan City; two grandchildren, Phillip and Nancy Girton; and five brothers, Walter, Ray, Henry, Norman and Wilbur, all of Michigan City. One son, Norman, preceded his mother in death in 1932. Mrs. Girton was a patient sufferer during her long illness, never complaining and always cheerful and thoughtful of others. The body was taken to the Miller Funeral Home at Idaville where it was prepared for burial and will be taken to the home of Mr. and Mrs. R. G. Williams, 734 South Bluff street, this afternoon at 2 o'clock where friends are welcome to call. Funeral services will be held at the First Christian church here Sunday afternoon at 2:30 o'clock, the Rev. M. A. Madsen officiating. Burial will be made in Riverview cemetery.
Monticello Herald-Journal, White County, Indiana; Saturday, November 29, 1941
Contributed by Lena Harper

Mrs. Margaret Girton, wife of S. C. Girton, passed away at 10 o'clock of Wednesday morning of last week at her home in Monticello at 418 West Jefferson street, following an illness of two years. Mrs. Girton was born on July 4, 1862, the daughter of John and Polly Ross of Tippecanoe county near Buck Creek. On October 7, 1883 she was married to S. C. Girton at the home of the officiating minister, Rev. Uriah Patton of Pious Chapel. Mrs.Girton spent all of her life except about ten years in White county. She was a member of the Monticello Christian Church at the time of her death. Those surviving are the husband, who has been in ill health for several years, and who is now confined to his bed with neuritis, a daughter, Mrs. Robert Williams of South Tippecanoe Boulevard in Monticello, two sons, Galen of Winamac and Charles of Monticello. A daughter, Mrs. Noah Johnson passed away Thursday morning of last week. There are also twenty grandchildren and one great-grandchild that survive. The funeral services were held at 2:30 o'clock Friday afternoon at the Christian Church with burial in Riverview cemetery.
Monticello Herald-Journal, White County, Indiana; Thursday, April 19, 1934
Contributed by Lena Harper

Norman Girton, the eight year old son of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Girton of Valparaiso, former residents of Monticello, passed away Thursday evening following an illness from tetanus, which developed Wednesday from a splinter which he ran in his foot. The little boy was a nephew of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Williams of Monticello. Funeral services were conducted from the Christian church at Monticello, Sunday afternoon at 2 o'clock, with the Rev. Oren McColgin officiating. Burial was made in Riverview cemetery.
Monticello Herald-Journal, White County, Indiana; Thursday, August 18, 1932
Contributed by Lena Harper

Adolph Goldsberry, aged forty-four, died at his home, 1807 Walker street, Friday, after an illness of sixteen weeks, of a complication of diseases. Mr. Goldsberry had been ailing for two years, although his illness did not render him bedfast until four months ago. He is survived by his widow and twelve children. The funeral will be held Sunday.
Kokomo Daily Tribune, Howard County, IN; Saturday, January 16, 1909, page 1
A. D. Goldsberry was born in Cass county, Indiana, June 8, 1864, and departed this life January 15, 1909. He was forty-seven years, seven months and seven days. He lived in Cass county until his marriage to Miss Ettie Polk, August 16, 1884, when he removed to Howard county, where he remained until his death. He is survived by his wife, father, a brother, nine children and three grandchildren. Card of Thanks.
We desire to thank the neighbors and friends for their kindness during the sickness and death of a dear husband and father. - Mrs. Etta Goldsberry, Mr. and Mrs. Fred Goldsberry, Mr. and Mrs. Clayton Imbler, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Whisman, Benton Goldsberry, Sherman Goldsberry, Belle Goldsberry, T. B. Goldsberry, and M. S. Goldsberry.
Kokomo Daily Tribune, Howard County, IN; Monday, January 18, 1909, page 8
Contributed by Lena Harper

Rebecca Goldsberry, daughter of Andrew and Susann Forgey, was born on a farm east of Poplar Grove, Oct. 12, 1848, and died Nov. 21, 1926, aged 78 years, 1 month and 9 days. In 1870 she was united in marriage to William Goldsberry, who preceded her to the grave in 1904. To this union were born two children, who still survive, Jefferson of Goodland, and Lovell of Iroquois, Ill., and 7 grand-children, 5 great grand-children. She also leaves to mourn her loss, 4 brothers and three sisters, Jane Harness, Mary Raysdan of Hamlet, Nettie Hush of Peru, Alexander of Kokomo, William of Galveston, Abner and Charles of Poplar Grove, who still remain in the home. About the age of 18 she united with Upper Deer Creek Christian church and remained faithful to the end. Funeral services were held at the Christian church in Young America Tuesday afternoon, conducted by Rev. Everett Nixon. Burial in the Galveston cemetery.
Galveston Leader, Cass County, IN; Thursday, March 17, 1939, page 1
Contributed by Lena Harper

Simeon M. Goldsberry, life-long resident of Cass county and Galveston was born May 16, 1858, and closed his earthly life, June the 8th, 1935, at the home where he has resided 22 years. His life was linked to labor and was rewarded by the service of good friends who found a congenial and jovial worker.He was married to Amanda Matkins February 22, 1879, with whom he enjoyed and shared a devoted companionship of 56 years. He will always be known as Uncle Sim, and his companion as Aunt Manda. A respected friendship, molded many happy recollections of the delight found in his joyful service for others. He was a man of unusual benevolence, shown in the care of relatives and others who were taken into his home life, sharing its benefitsand comfort. The closer of this relation, we will recall Emma Richards, who found in this home a mother and father; William, Art and Otto Goldsberry, grown to mature life with same care that any earthly parent would give unselfishly to those given to them. Many others found in this home a welcome and a place of consolation and care. To measure such a service would be misunderstood; except to the man whose heart was so full of joy at seeing others relieved in their trouble, that he gave willingly of life's earnings and shared unselfishly his home with them. Uncle Sim was a man whom many never knew. To keep a devoted companionship for 56 years is a coveted privilege, deserving of reverence and respect. To share the bounties of the soil with others, left without the comfort, erects for this man a monument of usefulness. During the union revival in 1917 at the Baptist church, more familiarly known as the "Jack Caldwell and Billy Houten Meeting," this man made his declaration for Christ. He was one of the number who became members of the Methodist church and still retains that membership with the church of his choice.Three years of illness challenged his battle for life. Having known the man for more than 21 years, he leaves a friend who knew him as pastor, a memory of cheerfulness and optimism.To kneel at his bedside during his illness, see a patient sufferer with delight welcome his friend, revived the cheerfulness and joy life should bring to us even in sorrow. When the end came and quietness of rest in soul and body, he went to sleep with those whom he loved around him. We turn the last page in the book of earthly life, assured that a life made useful in service for others, is not wasted; satisfied too that friends who knew him well, would miss his friendly and jovial greeting.
Galveston Leader, Cass County, IN; June 13, 1935, page 3
Contributed by Lena Harper

Father of Mrs. L. J. Sparks of Here Dies Sunday
Everett E. Gordon, 87 years old, father of Mrs. Louis J. Sparks of this city, passed away Sunday afternoon about 1:30 o'clock at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Disie Siferd at Georgetown, near Logansport, where he made his home, Mr. Gordon would have been 88 years old on December 8th. Mr. Gordon was well known in this community as he had visited frequently at the Sparks home here. Mrs. Gordon, who was Amanda Grantham before her marriage, passed away on December 14, 1923. Seven children were born to the union, all of whom are living: Mrs. Disie Siferd, Mrs. Lizzie Klepinger, Mrs. Eva Kistler, Mrs. Ada Smith, Charles Gordon and James Gordon, all residing in and around Logansport, and Mrs. Pearl Sparks, of Monticello. Other survivors are 26 grandchildren and fifty great-grandchildren. Mr. Gordon had lived in and around Logansport most of his life, and was held in high esteem by many friends. The body will be returned to the home of the daughter, Mrs. Siferd at Georgetown.
Monticello Herald-Journal, White County, Indiana; Monday, October 4, 1943
Contributed by Lena Harper

Anna MaeBelle Green Graves, 88, Indianapolis died Thursday. Services will be at 10 a.m. Monday in Shirley Brothers Irving Hill Chapel with calling from 2 to 6 p.m. Sunday. She was past treasurer of Panhellenic and Job's Daughters. She was a member of the Wallace Street Presbyterian Church and volunteer for the Marion County Children's Guardian Home. She was a graduate of Indiana University. Memorial contributions may be made to the Smock Foundation at her church. She was the widow of Dr. John W. Graves. Survivors: daughters, Georgia Ann Mogle and Katherine Sutterfield: 10 grandchildren: 2 great grandchildren.
Indianapolis Star, Marion County, Saturday, 21 Apr 1990, p 60
Contributed by Karen Zach

John J. Groff, 83, Plainfield, died Jan 27. He was a lineman electrician with Mobil Oil Co for 45 years, retiring in 1974. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Lung Association. Graveside services: 2 p.m Jan 30 in Floral Park West Cemetery. Calling noon to 1:30 Jan 30 in Conkle Funeral Home, Hendricks County Chapel in Avon. Survivors: wife Lecil Ellen Moon Groff; children Shirley Ann Groff, Kay CHilcote, Robert E, Bill E, Larry T, James L. Groff; sister Marjorie Norman; brother Don Groff; 11 grandchildren; 13 great grandchildren.
Indianapolis Star, Marion County, Friday, 29 Jan 1999, p 41
Contributed by Karen Zach

Monon, Ind., July 5 - Paul Gutwein, 23, of Francesville, student pilot, was fatally injured and his 20-year-old fiancee, Miss Ruth Myers, also of Francesville was seriously hurt in an airplane crash 5 1/2 miles northwest of here at 3:30 o'clock Tuesday afternoon. Gutwein, who had just completed his required number of hours of solo flying but who had not yet secured a pilot's license died en route to the Jasper County Hospital at Rensselaer. Miss Myers was rushed to the St. Elizabeth's hospital in Lafayette where she was found to have suffered a broken arm and both head and internal injuries. She was still in an unconscious condition late last night. The accident occurred just across the county line in Jasper County from White County in which Monon is located. The plane, an old type Curtiss-Robbins ship was demolished as it fell into a wheat field on the Tom Spencer farm. The cause of the crash was not learned, but it was believed the young pilot tried to make an emergency landing in the field and the craft got out of control when it went into a side slip. Early reports that a hard windstorm had caused the mishap were found to be groundless. Gutwein had been receiving flying lessons from Clarence McElroy of Medaryville.
Crawfordsville Journal & Review, Montgomery County, IN; Friday, July 5, 1935, p 3
Contributed by Karen Zach

Marshall, Sept. 3 - Elwood Hadley, 90 years old and oldest resident here, died at his home last night. A son of a pioneer Indiana couple, he was born and spent his lifetime here. Mr. Hadley was a retired farmer. One brother and a niece survive. Funeral rites will be held here today.
Indianapolis Star, Marion County, Saturday, 4 Sep 1943
Contributed by Karen Zach

Daniel H. Hamilton, 80, Indianapolis died Wednesday. Services will be at 1 p.m. Monday in Summers Capitol Avenue Funeral Chapel with calling from 10 a.m. until the services. He had worked for Methodist Hospital in the housekeeping department for 18 years, retiring in 1987. Survivors: wife, Chrystella Hamilton; sons, Gerald D. and Dennis A. Hamilton; daughters, Pat and LaRonda Hamilton; stepdaughter, JoAnn Gilmore; sisters: Ardie Hamilton and Myrtle Pippens; six grandchildren; two great grandchildren. Mr. Dannie H. Hamilton, age 80, died Wednesday husband of Crystella Hamilton, father of Gerlad D, Dennis A, Pat and LaRonda Hamilton, stepfather of JoAnn Gilmore, brother of Ardie Hamilton and Myrtle Pippens, grandfather of 6, great granfather of 2. Funeral service Monday 1 p.m. Summers Capitol Ave Chapel, calling Monday 10 a.m. until services.
Indianapolis Star, Marion County, Saturday, 21 Apr 1990, p 60
Contributed by Karen Zach

William "Shawn" Hardin, 30, Edinburgh, died Thursday. Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Monday in Eskew-Eaton Funeral Home with calling from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday. Survivors: mother, Carolyn Sego hardin; daughter, Amber Dawn Hardin; son Cory Shawn Hardin; sister, Missie Ann Giles.
Indianapolis Star, Marion County, Saturday, 21 Apr 1990, p 60
Contributed by Karen Zach

The funeral of the infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Carl Harper will occur at their home in Sharpsville Wednesday afternoon at 4 o'clock, and the service will be very brief. The child [David Paul] was born dead early Wednesday morning and the parents are deeply grieved over the loss.
Tipton Daily Tribune, Tipton County, IN; Wednesday, August 20, 1919, page 1
Contributed by Lena Harper

DEATH WAS SUDDEN. Mrs. John Harper Died at Sharpsville After Short Illness.
The Sharpsville community was shocked Monday afternoon by the death of Mrs. John Harper, whose death took place at one o'clock following a two days critical illness of pleural pneumonia. Mrs. Harper had been suffering with a cold for a few weeks and pneumonia developed Saturday and her condition became critical at once. Funeral services will be held at the Sharpsville M. E. church Wednesday afternoon at 2 o'clock with the pastor, Rev. H. C. Powell, conducting the services. Burial will be at the Sharpsville cemetery. Mrs. Harper whose maiden name was Elizabeth Jane Bowlby, was born in Tipton county Dec. 5th, 1861. February 19th, 1884, she was united in marriage to John Harper and seven children were born to their union. Three of these children with the husband survive. George Harper, of Frankton, Mrs. Dr. Shoup and Miss Olive Harper, of Sharpsville. She is also survived by one brother, James Bowlby, and a half brother, William Bowlby, of Sharpsville. Mrs. Harper was a devoted Christian and a member of the Sharpsville M. E. church. She had been brought up in the Presbyterian church, having been baptized into that church when an infant. She had been a resident of Sharpsville community more than thirty years and was one of the well known and beloved women of that place with a large circle of friends and neighbors who mourn with the family in their great bereavement.
Tipton Daily Tribune, Tipton County, IN; Tuesday, February 7, 1922, page 8
Harper Funeral.
The funeral of Mrs. Elizabeth Harper, wife of John Harper, of Sharpsville, was held at the M. E. church in Sharpsville, Wednesday afternoon and was very largely attended by relatives, old friends and neighbors. The services were conducted by Rev. H. C. Powell, pastor. Burial was at the Sharpsville cemetery.
Tipton Daily Tribune, Tipton County, IN; Wednesday, February 8, 1922, page 1
Mr. and Mrs. George Harper of Frankton were called here Sunday by the illness and death of the former's mother, Mrs. John Harper.
Tipton Daily Tribune, Wednesday, February 8, 1922, page 6
Contributed by Lena Harper

Dr. Bennett and wife of McCordsville, Dr. Jesse Jordan and wife of Sheridan were called to the bedside of Mrs. Carl Harper who is seriously ill.
Tipton Daily Tribune, Tipton County, IN; Wednesday, August 16, 1911, page 6
CONTINUES SERIOUSLY ILL. Mrs. Ethel Harper of Sharpsville Holds On To Life.
Word came to the Tribune from Sharpsville this morning that Mrs. Ethel Harper, of that place is yet alive, but her death will come as no surprise, should it be announced at any time. Mrs. Harper has been ill for ten days, she suffering from a brain trouble and during the great portion of the time her condition has been of the most critical nature. Since last Saturday she has been confined to her bed. Several physicians have been called in consultation in her case, they being Dr. Hanson Gifford, the family physician, Dr. Allen Gifford, of Tipton, Dr. Harry Grishaw, of Tipton, Edward Bennett, of McCordsville, Thomas Rubush, of London, Marion county, and on Tuesday Dr. New, an Indianapolis specialist was called, but the affliction of the woman baffles all so far as relief is concerned. Mrs. Harper is thirty-one years of age and she is the daughter of the late Dr. Rubush. She was united in marriage to Carl Harper, son of Mr. and Mrs. James Harper, of Tipton, eleven years ago and two children were born to the union, they being Julia Joyce, nine years old, and Rachel, three months old. Her mother is living and she has two brothers and two sisters, they being Carl Rubush, of Roodhouse, Ills., he being a conductor on the C. & A. railroad, Clyde Rubush, of Amboy, Mrs. Fred Addison, of Newport, Ills. and Mrs. Allie Cook of Sharpsville. Clyde is at her bedisde and the other members of the family have been notified and are expected. Mrs. Harper is a member of the Eastern Star lodge at Sharpsville and she is a lady greatly beloved by all.
Tipton Daily Tribune, Tipton County, IN; Wednesday, August 16, 1911, page 8
Dr. Edward Bennett and wife, of McCordsville, Ind., were here Thursday on their way home, after having been at Sharpsville where Dr. Bennett was called to see his sister-in-law, Mrs. Carl Harper, she suffering from annemic trouble. Dr. Bennett came through in his auto. He says that there is no hope for Mrs. Harper and her friends may look for her death at any time. She has not suffered from convulsions the past few hours and in that respect she is better, but her condition is such as to leave no hope.
Tipton Daily Tribune, Thursday, August 17, 1911, page 1
DEATH RELIEVES HER MRS. ETHEL HARPER DIED FRIDAY AT HER HOME. Death was the Result of a Complication of Diseases.
Mrs. Ethel Harper, wife of Carl Harper, living near Sharpsville, who has been very ill for several days, died at her home Friday morning at 10:10, her death being due to an affliction that attacked her a short time ago and which baffled the skill of the physician. During the past few days the condition of the sick woman was such that her death comes as no surprise, the only surprise being that the stricken woman managed to hold on to life so long after being afflicted. The deceased was thirty-one years of age and she was the daughter of Daniel and Rachel Rubush, pioneers of Liberty township and all her life was spent in and near Sharpsville. She was united in marriage to Carl Harper, son of James Harper, of Tipton, eleven years ago and two children were born to the union, they being Julia Joyce, nine years of age and Rachel, aged three months. Mrs. Harper is survived by her husband, mother, two brothers and two sisters, they being Carl Rubush of Roodhouse, Ills., Clyde Rubush, of Amboy, Mrs. Fred Addison of Newport, Ills., and Mrs. Allie Cook, of Sharpsville. The members of the family were summoned to Sharpsville several days ago owing to the very critical illness of the woman and the knowledge that she was suffering from an affliction that could prove fatal. Mrs. Harper was a member of the M. E. church and a woman who gave much of her energy to the work of the church. She was also a member of the Eastern Star lodge, in which order she was held in high esteem. In all ways she was a kindly woman, greatly beloved by all who knew her and her death will be a cause of great regret.The funeral services will be conducted at the late home Sunday afternoon at 2 o'clock, and Rev. Billhimer, of Hagerstown, will officiate. The burial will be at Sharpsville.
Tipton Daily Tribune, Friday, August 18, 1911, page 1
Contributed by Lena Harper

Mrs. Harper Dies at Hospital
Mrs. Howard Harper, 71, who had resided in the Sharpsville community for 51 years, succumbed Friday at Tipton Memorial hospital. Admitted to the hospital in the morning, she died at 4:15 p.m. In ill health for the past five days, Mrs. Harper made her home on route 2, Sharpsville. Rev. Benjamin Antle, minister of the Methodist church, will conduct funeral services at 10 a.m. Monday at Warner Funeral home in Sharpsville, where friends may call after 7 p.m. tonight. Burial will be in Sharpsville cemetery. Born Estella May Wolverton on Nov. 14, 1883, near the Hopewell community, Mrs. Harper was the daughter of Joseph W. and Jane (Stewart) Wolverton. Her marriage to O. Howard Harper occurred Dec. 28, 1904. A member of the Sharpsville Methodist church, she attended Park school, southwest of Sharpsville. Surviving with the husband are three sons, Jonathan, Paul E. and Harry James, all of Sharpsville; five sisters, Mrs. Ara McColough, of Ekin; Mrs. Harry Allen, Mrs. Carl Foster, both of Tipton; Mrs. Preston Day, of Anderson; Mrs. Henry Miller, of Tampa, Fla., and two brothers, Fred Wolverton, of near Atlanta, and Lon Wolverton, of Culver. Also surviving are two grandchildren.
Tipton Daily Tribune, Saturday, September 17, 1955, page 1
Contributed by Lena Harper

Mrs. Harper, 81, Sharpsville, Dies
Mrs. Henrietta M. (Hattie) Harper, 81, of Sharpsville, died today at 5:30 a.m. at Tipton county hospital. In ill health for the past three months, she had been admitted to the hospital on Saturday evening. Funeral services will be conducted at Warner Funeral home, Sharpsville, at 3 p.m. Friday. Rev. Neace will be in charge and burial will be in Sharpsville cemetery. The body will lie in state at the funeral home, where friends may call Thursday afternoon. Born in Tipton county, near New Lancaster, on April 16, 1882, she was the daughter of Washington and Aurelia (Cane) Gates. Her marriage to Carl Harper occurred Feb. 28, 1914 in Sharpsville and he died in October, 1949. She had attended New Lancaster and Tipton schools and was a member of Sharpsville Methodist church and the Order of the Eastern Star. Surviving are two daughters, Mrs. William (Mary Jane) Turner, of Galesburg, Ill.; Mrs. Joyce Brashear, of Scotts Bluff, Neb.; two sons, William Harper, of Lima, Ohio, and Thomas K. Harper, Sharpsville rural route; a brother, John Gates, of Greenwood; nine grandchildren, eight great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Two sons and one daughter are deceased.
Tipton Daily Tribune, Tipton County, IN; Wednesday, July 31, 1963, page 1
Contributed by Lena Harper

James Harper returned from Sharpsville Saturday evening where he had been visiting his brother Henry Harper who has been seriously ill. He found his brother improving and there are hopes he will soon entirely recover.
Tipton Daily Tribune, Tipton County, IN; November 11, 1911, page 5
SHARPSVILLE, Mrs. Henry Harper and Mrs. N. L. Hutto were in Indianapolis Sunday visiting Henry Harper. Mrs. Hutto returned Monday, but Mrs. Harper remained with Mr. Harper whose condition is slowly improving.
Tipton Daily Tribune, Tipton County, IN; Wednesday, March 20, 1912, page 2
HENRY HARPER DEAD SHARPSVILLE MAN DIED FRIDAY MORNING AT HOSPITAL - Death Followed a Surgical Operation Performed Upon Him.
Henry B. Harper, of Sharpsville, who was operated upon at a hospital in Indianapolis some days ago, died Saturday morning at 4 oclock, his brother, James Harper, of this place, having been advised by phone and he left for that place on an early morning car. Mr. Harper had been in poor health for some time, suffering from kidney and bladder troubles and it was found that he must submit to a surgical operation. After the operation there were signs that perhaps he would recover and the family and friends were very hopeful, but there came a change for the worse and the end followed. Mr. Harper had been a resident of Sharpsville and community since 1882, he moving to that section of Tipton county from Versailles. His family consists of the wife and three children, the children being Mrs. N. L. Hutto, Mrs. Nora Baxter and Omer Harper, all living at Sharpsville. There is one child deceased, the daughter Emma dying at the age of fourteen years. Mrs. Harper was formerly Mrs. Mary O'Neal, of Ripley county. Her parents were Robert O'Neal, former residents of Sharpsville but both are now deceased. Mr. Harper's father was Henry Harper and the mother was Matilda Swarenger Harper, both being Pennsylvania Germans and both are deceased. Henry was the youngest of seven boys and three girls, being born in Ripley county, Ind., May 21, 1844. He had a twin sister, who died a few hours after birth. The other children surviving are James Harper of Tipton, Allen of near Jacksons. John, another brother, died last week. Henry remained at home during the war, caring for his parents,while John and James took their place in the Union ranks. Mr. Harper was a member of the I. O. O. F. lodge at Sharpsville and the I. O. O. F. camp of Tipton. He had long been identified with the M. E. church, having been a member for forty years. He was born and reared a Presbyterian, but as there was no church of that denomination, he united with the Methodist church. Twenty-two years of his life had been spent in the mercantile business at Sharpsville, having followed farming prior to that time. He was a man of fine parts, being of that jovial disposition that carried with it sunshine and during this long stay in the store at Sharpsville he was a popular, obliging, salesman and a citizen of the highest worth. At this time the arrangements for the funeral are unknown.
Tipton Daily Tribune, Friday, March 22, 1912, page 1
BURIAL OF HENRY HARPER. Interment at Sharpsville Sunday Under Auspices of Odd Fellows.
Friends here were advised Saturday morning of the arrangements for the interment of the late Henry Harper, whose death took place at Indianapolis Friday morning, following a surgical operation. The remains were taken to Sharpsville and to the late home. Arrangements were completed for the burial Sunday, services at the house at 10 oclock and burial at Sharpsville under the auspices of the I. O. O. F. Rev. Graham will officiate.
Tipton Daily Tribune, Saturday, March 23, 1912, page 1
Contributed by Lena Harper

The following are the deaths in the county, giving the date of death, name and age: February 17- Infant [James W.] Harper, infant.
Tipton Daily Tribune, Tipton County, IN; Monday, March 8, 1915, page 1
Contributed by Lena Harper

MRS. JULIA HARPER DEAD. Aged Lady Died Friday Afternoon Near Sharpsville.
Mrs. Julia A. Harper, one of the well known residents of Tipton and a pioneer of Tipton county, died at the home of her son, Thomas Harper, southeast of Sharpsville, Friday afternoon at 1:30 oclock, following a long illness, her death being due to tubercular trouble. The funeral will be held Sunday afternoon at 2:00 o'clock at the Kemp M. E. church in Tipton where she had long been a member. Mrs. Harper was the daughter of Michael and Sarah Fall, pioneers of Ripley county where she was born April 12th, 1843. November 10th, 1864 she was married to James A. Harper and they went to housekeeping on a farm south of Sharpsville. Here nine children were born to them, two children, Rolly and Katie, died in infancy, and Ella, wife of Bennett Maze died several years ago, leaving three children. After spending many years on the farm and doing their share in redeeming Tipton county from the wilderness and swamps of that early day, they moved to Tipton, to make it their home, having bought property on South Main St., where they resided at the time of his death which took place November 14, 1925. After his death Mrs. Harper remained in the home with some members of her family with her until last August when she was taken to the home of her son, Thomas, on account of her feeble condition. Of the nine children born to Mr. and Mrs. Harper, six survive the mother, Mrs. Emma Whisler, of California, Mrs. Edith Jordan, of Goshen, Mrs. Anna Bennett, of Lafayette, Thomas, Carl and Howard of Sharpsville. She is also survived by nineteen grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Since early girlhood, Mrs. Harper had been a devoted member of the M. E. church and when in health no one was ever more faithful in attendance and activities in the church. She was also a member of the Eastern Star, her membership being with Rosary Chapter, No. 66 of Tipton and was a past Matron of the Sharpsville chapter. She was one of the grandmothers of the county who will be missed not only in the home circle but by friends and neighbors wherever she has lived, all knowing, loving and respecting her.
Tipton Daily Tribune, Tipton County, IN; Friday, March 18, 1921, page 5
Card of Thanks.
We the undersigned want to extend our sincere thanks to the friends and neighbors, to the Womans Relief Corps, to the Eastern Star chapter for their loving, thoughtfulness, and to those who rendered the music, and to express in this way our appreciation for their kindness, helpfulness and sympathy to us during the sickness and at the death of our beloved mother.
Thomas Harper and Family. Carl Harper and Family. Howard Harper and Family. Mrs. Anna Bennett and Family. Mrs. Eda H. Jordan and Family. Mrs. Fannie Kennedy. Charles Maze. Howard Maze.
Tipton Daily Tribune, Tipton County, IN; Monday, March 21, 1921, page 3
The Harper Funeral.
Funeral services for Mrs. Julia Harper, held Sunday afternoon at 2 oclock, in the Kemp Methodist church, where attended by a large number of friends and relatives of the deceased. There were many from the Sharpsville neighborhood in attendance. The Eastern Stars attended in a body.
Tipton Daily Tribune, Tipton County, IN; Monday, March 21, 1921, page 8
Contributed by Lena Harper

W. C. Harper, Prominent County Farmer, Dies; Rites Are Tuesday
Sharpsville, Oct. 17- Funeral services for W. Carl Harper, 72, life-long resident of Tipton county who was active in local and state agricultural projects, are planned at 2 p.m. Tuesday at the Warner Funeral home. Rev. Harold M. Thrasher, minister of the Methodist church, will be in charge and burial will be in the Sharpsville Cemetery. Friends may call at the Warner funeral home. The family has requested that money which would have been spent for flowers for Mr. Harper be presented to the Tipton County Memorial hospital. Mr. Harper, who died at 2:40 p.m. Saturday in a Columbus, Ohio, hospital, had been a member of the county planning board since its organization in 1945 and he was a life member of the Indiana Corn Growers association. He had been in the certified seed corn business about 12 years and took an active part in the county crop projects. A member of the Tipton County Farm Bureau, Mr. Harper had been a director and township chairman of the organization and was the only living organizer of the Farm Federation, the predecessor to the Farm Bureau. About 12 years ago he won the county championship tomato production award and he had been an active leader in 4-H club work in Liberty township for several years. Mr. Harper, who resided one-half mile south of Sharpsville, had been ill since July and failing in health since last Easter. He was ill with anemia and a kidney poisoning and had been a patient in St. Joseph hospital twice. About two weeks ago, he was taken to the Columbus hospital where he had been for the past 10 days. Born July 12, 1877, one and one-half miles south of Sharpsville the corn grower was the son of James and Julia Ann (Falls) Harper. He was one of nine children in the family and had resided at his present home for 43 years. Mr. Harper married Ethel Rubush of Sharpsville and she died in 1911. Feb. 28, 1914, he married Hattie Gates of Tipton, who survives. Mr. Harper was a member of the Methodist church, the Masonic lodge and the Order of Eastern Star here and the Scottish Rite in Indianapolis and the White Shrine at Kokomo. He attended the Swingtown school, south of Sharpsville. Three children are deceased. Surviving with the widow are four children, Thomas K. Harper, south of Sharpsville; William C. Harper of Lima, Ohio; Mrs. Mary Jane Turner of Galesburg, Ill., and Mrs. Joyce Brashear of Scotts Bluff, Neb.; two brothers, Thomas and Howard Harper, south of Sharpsville; one sister, Mrs. Emma Whistler of Lindora,Calif.; eight grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.
Tipton Daily Tribune, Monday, October 17, 1949, pages 1 and 6
Contributed by Lena Harper

Thurston T. Harris, 53, Pomona, Calif formerly of Indianapolis died last Saturday. Services wer ein Pomona. Calling will be from 10 a.m. to noon. Monday in Jacobs Brothers Funeral Home, Indianapolis. He had been an entertainer. He was an Army veteran of WWII. Survivors: son, Gregory and Jeffrey Harris; daughters, Regina and Renee Harris; brothers William and Oscar Harris; sister, Bessie Smith.
Indianapolis Star, Marion County, Saturday, 21 Apr 1990, p 60
Contributed by Karen Zach

The funeral of John C. S. Harrison took place from the residence of Nicholas McCarty, 32 East Vermont Street yesterday afternoon. The funeral was private. The body was interred at Crown Hill. Mr. Harrison was formerly a resident of this city and died while he was in Los Angeles, Cal.
Indianapolis Journal, Marion County, IN; Friday, 15 April 1904, p 2
Contributed by Karen Zach

Mrs. Mary Hartaszti, a widow, died at 9 o'clock Monday morning at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Steve Ivan, 6038 Wallace Road, Hammond. She was 71 years old. Surviving are two daughters, Mrs. Ivan and Mrs. Anna Dobos, and two sons, Joseph and James Haraszti (sic) all of Hammond. The funeral will be held at two o'clock Wednesday afternoon from Holy Trinity Catholic Church in East Chicago. Rev. Joseph P. Toth will officiate. Interment will be at St. Joseph's Cemetery.
Munster Times, Lake County, IN; Tuesday, 22 March 1932, p 9
Contributed by Karen Zach

Vincennes, Ind., May 29 - Aaron Harvey, a laborer, 40 years old, dropped dead of heart disease in this city Monday.
Crawfordsville Daily Journal, Montgomery County, IN; 29 May 1894, p 4
Contributed by Karen Zach

Bernice M. Hopper Hastings, 87, Indianapolis, died Jan 26. She was a homemaker and member of Keystone Christian Church. Services: 1 p.m. Jan 30 in Flanner & Buchanan Broad Ripple Mortuary with calling 4-9 p.m. Jan 29. Burial: Crown Hill Cemetery. She was the widow of Earl F. Hastings. Survivors: daughter Harriet Ann Reed; sister Jessie Rinehart; a grandson.
Indianapolis Star, Marion County, Friday, 29 Jan 1999, p 41
Contributed by Karen Zach

Hazleton - Mrs. Mollie B. Hays, 72, one of the founders of the Hazleton Grandmothers Chorus died yesterday at Vincennes.
Indianapolis News, Marion County, Friday, 14 Nov 1952, p 33
Contributed by Karen Zach

WEST POINT - Mrs. Jacob Heffley died at her home near Wolcott last Saturday and was buried at the Dobbins cemetery Sunday at 1 p.m.
SUSAN HEFFLEY
Another of White county's old settlers passed away last Saturday in the death of Mrs. Jacob Heffley near Wolcott. Her maiden name was Susan Moore and she was born in Pennsylvania, May 17, 1823. She was married to Jacob Heffley May 15, 1842, and her husband with five sons and two daughters is now left to mourn her departure. She came to this state with her parents in 1840 and after her marriage, settled in Princeton township in 1864. She was a member of the German Baptist church forty years and was esteemed as an exemplary Christian woman and a devoted wife and mother.
Monticello Herald, White County, IN; Thursday October 13, 1892, page 8
Contributed by Lena Harper

Evert Hendricks, 71, Pittsboro died Friday. Services will be at 3 p.m Sunday in David A. Hall Mortuary, with calling from 2-8 p.m. today. He was a self-employed contractor. He was a member of New Life Christian Church. Survivors: wife, Mary Louise Thompson Hendricks; daughter, Janet Lovell, Beverly Ridenour and Linda Hendricks; sisters, Katherine McNichols and Arlene Taylor; seven grandchildren; five great grandchildren.
Evert Hendricks, 71 years, of Pittsboro, passed away Friday, husband of Louise, father of Janet Lovell, Beverly Ridenour and Linda Hendricks, all of Pittsboro, Randy Hendricks (deceased), brother of Merle and Robert Hendricks, Katherine McNicholas and Arlene Taylor, 7 grandchildren 5great grandchildren. Services 3 p.m. Sunday, David A. Hall, Mortuary, Pittsboro. Friends may call 2 - 8 p.m. Saturday
Indianapolis Star, Marion County, Saturday, 21 Apr 1990, p 60
Contributed by Karen Zach

Goshen, Ind., April 14 - Jonathan Herr, aged 60, a wealthy and prominent Union Township bachelor farmer was found dead in a field this afternoon on a farm near New Paris, after having been missed several hours. Death was due to heart disease.
Indianapolis Journal, Marion County, IN; Friday, 15 April 1904, p 2
Contributed by Karen Zach

Helen St. Clair Hill, 97, Carmel, died Jan 27. She was a homemaker. Services: 11 a.m. Jan 30 in Carmel Christian Church of which she was a member. Memorial contributions may be made to the church. She was the widow of Arthur P. Hill. Survivors: son Arthur P. Hill; three grandchildren; five great grandchildren. Smith Funeral Home, Carmel is handling arrangements.
Indianapolis Star, Marion County, Friday, 29 Jan 1999, p 41
Contributed by Karen Zach

James Hilliard, a farmer near Columbus, Ind., was bitten by a rat on the left hand Tuesday last and died Saturday evening from the effects of the bite.
Crawfordsville Daily Journal, Montgomery County, IN; 24 Feb 1890, p 1
Contributed by Karen Zach

Washington, Ind., Sept 3 - Miss Ada Hopkins, 59 years old, Barr Township school teacher, died today in an Indianapolis hospital. Funeral rites will be held Monday in St. Mary's Church. She was a native and lifelong resident of the Loogootee community and had been a teacher for 35 years. Four brothers and four sisters survive.
Indianapolis Star, Marion County, Saturday, 4 Sep 1943
Contributed by Karen Zach

Margaret E. Jacobs, 78, Greenfield, died Thursday. Services will be at 2 p.m. Sunday in Pasco Memorial Mortuary, Greenfield with calling from 3-9 p.m. today. She had worked as a seamstress at Indiana Knitwear for 46 years, retiring in 1976. She was a member of Trinity Park United Methodist Church. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association.
Indianapolis Star, Marion County, Saturday, 21 Apr 1990, p 60
Contributed by Karen Zach

Mrs. Bertha Johnson, 42 years old, wife of Noah Johnson, of near Idaville, passed away at 11:10 o'clock Thursday morning at the Cass county hospital at Logansport. Mrs. Johnson was taken to the hospital Sunday evening and submitted to an operation Monday, since when her condition had been serious. Mrs. Johnson followed her mother in death just twenty-four hours. Surviving are the husband, two children, Earl, of Fort Wayne, and Irene, at home, her father, S. C. Girton, a sister, Mrs. Robert Williams, and two brothers, Galen Girton of Winamac and Charles Girton of West Jefferson street. The funeral services were held at the home near Idaville at 2 o'clock Sunday afternoon.
Monticello Herald-Journal, White County, Indiana; Monday, October 4, 1943
Contributed by Lena Harper

Killed In Action - Second Lieutenant Fred Johnson Jr, 22 years old, son of Mr. and Mrs. Fred Johnson of Logansport pilot of a Flying Fortress is reported killed in action on the Mediterranean front. Lt. Johnson served as person pilot to Gen. Bernard Montgomery of the British Eighth Army from June 1 until June 22 on the North African front.
Indianapolis Star, Marion County, Saturday, 4 Sep 1943
Contributed by Karen Zach

The funeral of Patrick Kavanaugh for many years a watchman at the Van shops took place this afternoon at 2 o'clock.
Franklin Daily News, Johnson County, IN, Saturday, 24 Feb 1880, p 1
Contributed by Karen Zach

Anderson - Howard M. Keesling, 70, agent of Prudential Insurance Company for 27 years.
Indianapolis News, Marion County, Friday, 14 Nov 1952, p 33
Contributed by Karen Zach

Funeral Services This Afternoon for Emery B. Kellenburger
Funeral services were held this afternoon at 2 o'clock at the Henry Funeral Home in Monon for Emery B. Kellenburger, 94, a well known resident of Monon. Death resulted Saturday from complications of old age. He had been ill for the past ten years. Rev. Charles McCarty officiated at the services with burial in the Monon Cemetery. Born October 6, 1849, in Ohio, his marriage was to Elizabeth Crumbo on February 5, 1879. He was a retired railroader, and was a member of the Baptist church and I.O.O.F. lodge. Surviving are the daughter, Mrs. Emma Tyner, four grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.
Monticello Herald-Journal, White County, Indiana; Monday, October 4, 1943
Contributed by Lena Harper

Tipton - Joseph Klemme, formerly of north of Otterbein, died at Tipton Memorial Hospital here at 7 a.m. Sunday. He was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church here. Surviving are his widow, Rose; two daughters, Mrs. Thomas Gall and Miss Mary Joanne Klemme, both of Tipton; two sisters, Mrs. Charles Farrell, Lafayette and Mrs. Margaret Smith, Williston, N Dak; and two brothers, Leo of Otterbein and Earl J. of Lafayette.
Lafayette Journal and Courier, Tippecanoe County, IN ; unknown date
Contributed by Karen Zach

BOONE COUNTY ITEMS FROM LAST SATURDAY'S PIONEER - A distressing accident occurred four miles south of Thorntown, in this county, last Wednesday. Mr. Abel Lame and his son were resetting fence, and while so engaged a limb fell from a tree, striking the old gentleman on the head, dashing his brains in every direction and killing him instantly. The same limb struck the son and injured him quite seriously, but at last accounts it was thought he would recover.
Crawfordsville Journal, Montgomery County, IN; December 9, 1869
DEATH OF ABEL LAME
Thorntown, Ind., Dec. 5, 1869 - Editor Pioneer: - Many of your readers will no doubt read with great sorrow of the recent frightful accident which proved fatal to one of the oldest inhabitants of Jefferson township, and almost fatal to his son. On the first day of this month Abel Lame, (for forty years a resident of this county and of Jefferson township) together with his sons Benjamin and Jesse, were out on the farm cutting rail timber. They had felled a tree, which lodged against another, breaking off some limbs in its descent. Mr. Lame and his sons then tried in different ways to bring the tree, thus partially felled, to the ground; and while so engaged a large limb fell with a tremendous crash, striking Mr. Abel Lame and his son Benjamin upon their heads, crushing in the skull of the father and utterly dashing out his brains, a portion of which protruded through the eye. Benjamin, although seriously injured, made out to walk to the house of Mr. M. D. Campbell, sr., about seventy rods distant, where he gave the alarm, while Jesse remained behind to look after his father. Mr. Campbell and his son John rushed to the scene, luckily meeting Dr. W. H. Davis of Thorntown, who happened to be riding along the road, and who accompanied them to where Mr. Lame was found supported in the arms of his son Jess, in a horribly mutilated and dying condition. Blood and brains were oozing out upon the ground, and a more painful spectacle can hardly be imagined. A wagon was obtained, in which Mr. Lame was deposited and conveyed to his home- that home which he had so shortly before left full of health, hope and vigor- there to die. Dr. Davis dressed the wound as well as possible, taking out a tea-cup full of brains while the unfortunate man was still living but unconscious. The accident occurred at about two o'clock in the afternoon, its victim lingering until a few minutes after five, when he expired. Thus has passed away one of the oldest inhabitants of our county- one of its most honored and respected citizens- a kind and affectionate husband, a loving and indulgent parent, and a devout and sincere Christian. It is thought that Benjamin Lame will recover, although he is badly injured. The sad circumstances of this affair should serve as a warning to all. How many persons are annually carried off in the same way Mr.Lame met his death! Let us remember the language of the book of books, that "To-day we are, and to-morrow we are not," and ever hear in mind the words of the poet: "Oh Thou unknown, Almighty cause Of every hope and fear; In whose dread presence, ere an hour, Perhaps we must appear." Let the melancholy details of Mr. Lame's death be an admonition for our reformation, and proof conclusive of the uncertainty of life. Yours, very truly, S.M.B.
Lebanon County Pioneer; Saturday, December 11, 1869, page 2
One Man Killed- Another Injured.
We have just heard of a distressing accident which occurred four miles south of Thorntown, in this county, on last Wednesday. Mr. Abel Lame and his son were resetting a fence, and while so engaged a limb fell from a tree, striking the old gentleman on the head, dashing his brains in every direction and killing him instantly. The same limb struck the son and injured him quite seriously, but at last accounts it was thought he would recover. Mr. Lame resided in Jefferson township, and was one of the earliest settlers in that part of the county. He was universally respected as an honest and upright citizen, and his death will occasion sorrow to all who knew him.
Lebanon County Pioneer; Saturday, December 4, 1869, page 3
Contributed by Lena Harper

Miss Mary Lane, Resident Here 79 Years, Dies - Well Known Lady Succumbs Thursday Evening After Extended Decline; Services Monday Morning
Miss Mary Amelia Lane, for seventy-nine years a resident of Rensselaer and nearby communities, passed away at the home of her brother, Edward P. Lane, with whom she had made her home in recent years, at 7:30 o'clock Thursday evening. The residence is at 614 N. Cullen street. Her death followed an extended decline. Miss Lane was born in Jasper county September 13, 1872, a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Lane. She was educated in the county schools. Much of her lifetime was spent in rural areas before she came here in her latter years to live in the home of her brother, who is her only immediate survivor. The deceased was a member of St. Augustine's Catholic church of this city. Funeral services will be conducted from St. Augustine's church at 11 o'clock Monday morning. The church pastor, the Rev. Fr. Zimerle, will conduct the last rites. Interment will be at Mt. Calvary cemetery. There will be a Rosary service at the Chapel at 8 pm Sunday.
Rensselaer Republican, Jasper County, IN; Saturday, May 31, 1952, page 1
Contributed by Lena Harper

W. Irene Walls Leitzman, 80, Martinsville died Jan 27. She was a homemaker and member of Manna Mission, Martinsville. Services: 11 a.m. Jan 30 in Costin Funeral Chapel, Martinsville with calling 4-9 p.m. Jan 29. Burial: Hilldale Cemetery, Martinsville. She was the widow of Nathan H. Leitzman. Survivors: children Charles, Norman Leitzman, Birtie Hammack, Mary Hacker, Bonnie Kent, Wilma Arvin, Rita Magoon. Cheryl Trackwell, Nancy Nail; brother Donald Walls, sister Bernice Schoolcraft; 33 grandchildren; 48 great grandchildren.
Indianapolis Star, Marion County, Friday, 29 Jan 1999, p 41
Contributed by Karen Zach

The Lewis Funeral. The funeral services for Gladys Lewis, who died at Atlanta, Monday, were conducted Wednesday morning in the Christian church in Atlanta and burial was at East Union.
Tipton Daily Tribune, Tipton County, IN; Wednesday, February 8, 1922, page 1
Contributed by Lena Harper

Death: James O. Light, 73-year-old Spanish-American War veteran and pioneer automobile dealer. Burial was today. He was a member of the First Methodist Church, Parent-Teacher Association, Fraternal Order of Police and Masonic, Elks and Eagles Lodges.
Indianapolis News, Marion County, Friday, 14 Nov 1952, p 33
Contributed by Karen Zach

New Albany, Ind., June 1- James F. Lynch, 30, factory worker and father of eight children is dead of injuries received as he was struck by the cylinder head of the southern railway locomotive while sitting along the tracks last night.
Crawfordsville Journal & Review, Montgomery County, IN; Wednesday, June 1, 1938, p 3
Contributed by Karen Zach

Otterbein - Edwin Magee, 87, of Rt 2, Otterbein died at 9:40 p.m. Friday at Home Hospital, Lafayette, where he had been a patient a week. He had been ill three years. Born in Medina Twp, Warren County, he was a farmer most of his life and president of the Warren County Farm Bureau from 1950-52. He was married to Ollie B. Arvidson in 1949 and was a member of the Armstrong Chapel Methodist Church board for many years. He also was a member of Green hill Masonic Lodge 455 and received his 50-year pin in 1962. Surviving are the widow; a stepson, Robert Arvidson of Des Poines Iowa and a stepdaughter, Mrs. Edward Buss of State College, Pa. Friends may call at Vogel Chapel, Otterbein after 3 p.m. Monday, Masonic services there 8:30 p.m. Monday. Funeral services 2 p.m. Tuesday, the Rev. Earl Heimburger officiating. Interment Armstrong Cemetery. Survivors include a nephew, Willa Stacker of Lafayette and half-niece, Vesta Edmonds of Earl Park.
Lafayette Journal and Courier, Tippecanoe County, IN; Monday, 27 Feb 1965, p 7
Contributed by Karen Zach

DEATH OF MRS. WM. MATKINS.
Emma (Goldsberry) Matkins, aged 82 years, wife of Wm. Matkins, died at her home Sunday. She had been in failing health for several years, and had been confined to her bed for 21 weeks, resulting from a fall injuring her right leg. She was the daughter of Isaac and Ellen Goldsberry. Her entire life had been spent in this community. On January 9, 1878, she married to Wm. D. Matkins. One daughter, born to this union, died when 15 months old. She leaves the husband, several nieces and nephews, and many friends to mourn her departure. Funeral services were conducted at the residence Tuesday afternoon, by Rev. Floyd Johnston. Burial in the Galveston cemetery.
Galveston Leader, Cass County, IN; Thursday, March 17, 1939, page 1
Contributed by Lena Harper

WILLIAM D. MATKINS SUCCUMBS SATURDAY
William David Matkins, 85, died at 2:25 o'clock Saturday afternoon at his home here in Galveston following a serious illness of almost two weeks. Mr. Matkins was born April 20,185[illeg] in Clay township, Howard county, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Dennis Lee Matkins. He moved from there to Cass county southwest of Galveston, and for the past six years he had lived in Galveston, a retired farmer. His wife, Emelie Goldsberry, whom he married in 1879, preceded him in death five years ago. Surviving are three sisters, Mrs. Amanda Goldsberry, Mrs. Allie Foy and Mrs. Emma McGriff, all of Galveston, and several nieces and nephews. One child, Laura Belle, died in infancy. The body was returned to the residence Sunday afternoon from the Henry Warner funeral home in Sharpsville. Funeral services were conducted at the Matkins residence at 10:30 o'clock Monday morning with the Rev. David Rose officiating. Burial followed in the Galveston cemetery.
Galveston Leader, Cass County, IN; Thursday, January 7, 1943, page 1
Contributed by Lena Harper

Mrs. Eva B. Maurice, piano teacher died today in Methodist Hospital. Her home was at 509 W. 30th. Life resident of Indianapolis, Mrs. Maurice had been a piano teacher most of her life, teaching here and in New York. Her husband, George E. Maurice for many years associated with the Mutual China Co and its predessor (sic) died in 1948. Mrs. Maurice was a member of Queen Esther Chapter, Order of Eastern Star, the Indianapolis Piano Teachers Association, Kappa Alpha Gamma Sorority, and Mark Twain Club. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Monday in Flanner & Buchanan Mortuary. Burial will be in Crown Hill Cemetery. A son, Eugene B. Maurice, local insurance executive and a grandson survive.
Indianapolis News, Marion County, Friday, 14 Nov 1952, p 33
Contributed by Karen Zach

Salem, Ind., April 14 - Robert B. McAllister, a leading citizen of Washington County died at his home at South Boston this morning, aged 76. He was an active Republican, a devout member of the Methodist Church and one of the oldest native citizens of Boston.
Indianapolis Journal, Marion County, IN; Friday, 15 April 1904, p 2
Contributed by Karen Zach

Huntington, Ind., May 29 - Edward McChantian was instantly killed Monday while jumping from a moving train in this city.
Crawfordsville Daily Journal, Montgomery County, IN; 29 May 1894, p 4
Contributed by Karen Zach

In this place, on the 22nd inst., Mrs. N. J. McCOLLOM, wife of Mr. James McCollom, and daughter of Rowland Hughes, Esq., aged 20 years, 1 month and 19 days.
The White County Democrat, Wednesday, March 26, 1862, page 2
Contributed by Lena Harper

Muncie, Ind., May 22 - Mrs. Oscar Miller awoke Monday morning and found her 3-week old infant cold in death lying between her and Mr. Miller. The child was not sick and it is believed to have been smothered to death.
Crawfordsville Daily Journal, Montgomery County, IN; 22 May 1894, p 1
Contributed by Karen Zach

A man named Thomas Miller, who was partly intoxicated was found lying in the streets of Hazelton, a town south of Sullivan yesterday morning with his neck broken. Supposed to be a murder. No clue to the murderer.
Franklin Daily News, Johnson County, IN; 21 Feb 1880, p 1
Contributed by Karen Zach

Brookstone, Ind., Sept 3 - Clyde F. Morgan, 61 years old, former treasurer of Tippecane County died at his home here today following an illness of four years. Mr. Morgan moved to Bookstone from Lafayette 12 years.
Indianapolis Star, Marion County, Saturday, 4 Sep 1943
Contributed by Karen Zach

John Owens and Archie Nelson were fatally crushed under falling slate in Mine No. 6 at Rosedale, Ind.
Crawfordsville Daily Journal, Montgomery County, IN; 24 Feb 1890, p 1
Contributed by Karen Zach

Frank P. Pavin, one of the most respected citizens of Carlisle, died Thursday evening. He was for many years a prominent merchant of that place.
Franklin Daily News, Johnson County, IN; 21 Feb 1880, p 1
Contributed by Karen Zach

Friends here have been advised of the death of Charles Pearce at Indianapolis, his death taking place Thursday. Mr. Pearce was a number of the contracting firm of Pearce & Morgan, they being the men who built the Tipton court house. Mr. Morgan died at his home at Muncie more than a year ago. Mr. Pearce's death was due to a cancer that developed in his throat about a year ago. Mr. Pearce was a native of England being born at Torguay, in 1840. He is survived by a wife and two children. Mr. Pearce, was regarded as one of the foremost contractors in the central west, having constructed a large number of public buildings and many of the big buildings at Indianapolis were built by him.
Tipton Daily Tribune, Tipton County, IN; Saturday March 23, 1912, page 1
Contributed by Lena Harper

Joe Louis Petty, 57, Indianapolis, died Jan 26. He worked for Kestler Engineering. Services: 11 a.m. Jan 30 in WP Porter Mortuary, Louisville, Ky with calling 5-9 p.m. Jan 29. Burial: Green Meadows Memorial Cemetery, Louisville. Survivors: daughter Lora Petty; father and stepmother, Zema and Inez Petty; sisters Nancy Merrimon, Audrey Pitts, Loirs Scruggs; brother Charles Petty; stepbrothers John L, Lynn Dell, the Rev. Donnie Eddins.
Indianapolis Star, Marion County, Friday, 29 Jan 1999, p 41
Contributed by Karen Zach

The Pickett Services.
Funeral services for Joseph Pickett, were held Wednesday afternoon in the Ash street church with the I. O. O. F. lodge in charge.
Tipton Daily Tribune, Tipton County, IN; Wednesday, February 8, 1922, page 1
Contributed by Lena Harper

Orval Platt Expires At Young America Of Heart Ailment
W. Orval (Deacon) Platt, 64, of Young America, died suddenly of a heart attack at 8:45 a. m. Thursday at his home there. Although he had not been in good health for some time, his condition had not changed apparently, and his death was unexpected. He was born March 14, 1888, one mile east of Young America, and had lived in that vicinity all his life. His parents were William and Victoria (Harris) Platt. He was married in March, 1908, to Miss Ethel Miller who survives. The deceased had been a stock trader and in winter drove the school bus between Deacon and Young America. Surviving with the widow are two sons, William of Belle Glade, Florida, and Herschel of Rensselaer; two grandchildren, Barbara Louise Platt of Delphi and Patricia Ann Platt of Rensselaer; one brother, Otto of Flora rural route and two sisters, Mrs. Catherine Ronk, Kokomo rural route and Mrs. Blanche Smoyer, Flora rural route. Funeral services were held Sunday, June 15, at the residence and burial followed in Mound cemetery.
Galveston Leader, Cass County, Indiana; Thursday, June 19, 1952, page 6
Contributed by Lena Harper

Plymouth, Ind., July 4 - William Rish, 58, pensioned Spanish-American and WW veteran who was found unconscious in Centennial Park here yesterday died today in Marshall County hospital of a fractured skull. Rish was found unconscious by children who were playing in the park. He had been struck over the head with a blunt instrument. Rish had received a pension check of $75 Monday and out of this paid several bills amounting to about $45, officials said. Only a small amount of change was found on Rish when searched by police. Sheriff Charles Keller is questioning several persons last seen with Rish but no clews (sic ) have been uncovered. It is believed robbery was the motive.
Crawfordsville Journal & Review, Montgomery County, IN; Friday, July 5, 1935, p 3
Contributed by Karen Zach

West Lafayette July 26 - John Robbins, 75, died of pneumonia at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Ray Watkins, at 5:10 o'clock this morning. A native of Kentucky he was born June 28, 1862 and was a member of the Baptist Church. His wife, Mary (Bolden) Robbins died in 1920. He is survived by two sons, Frank of Monticello; Charles of Lexington Ky; three daughters, Mrs. Watkins, Mrs. Laura Fugate, Attica and Mrs. Cora Evans of Lafayette. A brother, Jacob Robbins of Silverwood also survives. The body was removed to the Coffing and Robinson Funeral Home, Attica; burial in Riverside Cemetery, Attica.
Lafayette Journal-Courier, Tippecanoe County, IN; Monday, 26 July 1937, p 5
Contributed by Karen Zach

Esteemed Lady In Life Of City Dies This Morning - Mrs. Samuel Roth Called By Death At Home Near Here at 10:15 A.M.; Services Monday.
Mrs. Samuel Roth, nee Julia Ellis App, a lovely figure in the life of Rensselaer since she came here in 1899, died at the family residence a short distance north of Rensselaer at 10:15 o'clock, Central Daylight Time, this morning. The death of the highly esteemed lady, while not unexpected, came as a deep shock to the many who had enjoyed her association and friendship through the many years of her residence here. Her death came in the wake of an illness that began two years ago. She had since been in gradual, but steady, decline. Mrs. Roth was born in Clinton county, Indiana, July 11, 1875, a daughter of John J . App and Elizabeth (Ryan) App. A few years following completion of her education in the Clinton county schools she was united in marriage with Samuel Roth, the ceremony taking place at her home June 7, 1899. Immediately following their marriage the couple came to Rensselaer to establish residence. This city until a few years ago when they moved to their farm north of Rensselaer was their continuous place of residence. Mrs. Roth was a member of Rensselaer Methodist church and until her health became affected she was a regular attendant of church services and active in the various departments of church life. She was a lady of attractive personality and an inspiration to all who knew her. Her beautiful character was one that truly enriched the community. Kind, considerate, generous and self-sacrificing she enjoyed the utmost affection and respect of everyone. In her passing one of the community's most cherished mothers left us. Surviving her besides Mr. Roth are the following children: Jay Dee Roth of Miami Beach, Fla., Milton B. Roth of Chicago, Mrs. Geraldine Morgan of Almeda, California, and Mrs. Robert Wright and Malcolm W. Roth of Rensselaer. Also surviving are two brothers, Escar App of Mooresville and Burvil App of Lafayette, and seven grandchildren. The funeral services will be held from Jackson Funeral Chapel at 2 o'clock Monday. Interment will be at Weston cemetery. Friends may call at the chapel after 12 o'clock Sunday.
Rensselaer Republican, Jasper County, IN; Saturday, May 31, 1952, page 1
Contributed by Lena Harper

John Runk, an old German of Shelbyville, Ind., drowned himself Saturday. Before going to the river he bade several friends good bye and told them what he was going to do, but they did not interfere.
Crawfordsville Daily Journal, Montgomery County, IN; 24 Feb 1890, p 1
Contributed by Karen Zach

George Smith, an undertaker at Lockport, died yesterday evening after a lingering illness from typhoid fever. Deceased leaves a wife, but no children.
Franklin Daily News, Johnson County, IN; 27 Feb 1880, p 1
Contributed by Karen Zach

Michigan City, June 1 - John Dee Smith, 22, paroled Flint, Mich. who boasted he was not afraid to die was strapped in the electric chair at the Indiana State prison her early today and electrocuted for the murder three years ago of Arlie N. Foster in a Fort Wayne restaurant holdup. Six minutes after he left his cell in "death row," Smith was announced dead at 12:12 a.m. by prison Doctors PH Weeks and John Miller. The condemned man smoking many cigarettes throughout the night, prayed with Rev. Robert J. Hall, prison chaplain as he was led from his cell at 12:06 a.m. The current was turned on at 12:07 1/2 and off at 12:08. Smith chose for his last meal fried chicken, biscuits and gravy, corn, French fried potatoes, milk and peach pie. He was the first to be executed under the administration of Alfred Dowd, recently appointed warden of Indiana prison. Officials said Smith was one of the youngest persons ever to be executed at the prison.
Crawfordsville Journal & Review, Montgomery County, IN; Wednesday, June 1, 1938, p 8
Contributed by Karen Zach

Shelbyville, Ind., April 14 - Grant Stafford, a son of James Stafford, died last night in Shelby Township at the home of his brother, and a few hours later the mother of the young man passed away at her home in Bartholomew County, both dying of consumption. The funeral services of mother and son will be held in the Lewis Creek Baptist Church although the day has not yet been set for the services.
Indianapolis Journal, Marion County, IN; Friday, 15 April 1904, p 2
Contributed by Karen Zach

Lafayette, May 20 - The funeral of Harlan A. Stauffer, 62, attorney will be held here tomorrow. He will be buried at Goshen Wednesday. Stauffer died Saturday. He was born here, educated at Northern Indiana college at Valparaiso and admitted to the Elkhart County Bar in 1897. He practiced in Goshen, Jackson, Mich, Indianapolis, Mt. Vernon and Seymour before coming here in 1921. The widow, three children, three brothers and three sisters survive.
Crawfordsville Journal & Review, Montgomery County, IN; Tuesday, May 31, 1938, p 8
Contributed by Karen Zach

Evansville, Ind., April 1 - James Stephens, 38, Winslow miner, died here at 11:30 o'clock tonight of accidental gunshot wounds inflicted by Harold Jones, 20, fellow miner when the two men went hunting this afternoon on the occasion of the celebration of the 28th anniversary of the adoption of the 8-hour law.
Muncie Star Press, Delaware County, IN; Friday, 2 April 1926, p 4
Contributed by Karen Zach

Brook - Oscar Strole, 81, retired farmer, died at 11:35 p.m. Friday at George Ade Memorial Hospital, Brook. He had been a patient there three weeks. He was born in Washington Township, Newton County and lived all his life in this community. He attended the Brook EUB Church and was a member of K of P Lodge. Surviving are a brother, Frank Strole of Brook; and two sisters, Miss Alice Strole of Brook and Mrs. Grace Sicks of Sheldon, Ill. Funeral services 2 p.m. Monday at EUB Church, Brook, Rev. William Peterson officiating; burial in Riverside Cemetery, Brook.
Lafayette Journal and Courier, Tippecanoe County, IN; Monday, 27 Feb 1965, p 7
Contributed by Karen Zach

Princeton, Ind., Dec 11 - Ray Swan, a coal mine employee of this city was shot and killed here early today by an unidentified person. The body was found lying nearly a railroad track, shortly after persons living nearby heard a number of shots following a quarrel.
Fort Wayne, Journal-Gazette, Allen County, IN; Monday, 12 Dec 1921, p 11
Contributed by Karen Zach

LaPorte, Ind., July 4 - Carl Swanson, 45, died today of injuries received in a fall when he tripped over railroad tracks.
Crawfordsville Journal & Review, Montgomery County, IN; Tuesday, May 31, 1938, p 6
Contributed by Karen Zach

Wolcott - Thomas R. Taylor, 84, shoe repairman and former Wolcott night marshall, died Saturday at Monticello Nursing Home. He had been ill six months and a patient at the nursing home five months. He was born in Kosciusko County and came to Wolcott when a child. He was married to Stella Mitchell in 1909 and she died in 1914. He operated a shoe repair shop here for many years and was night marshall from 1942-46. He was a member of the Methodist Church. Surviving are a son, Clyde of National City, Calif; a daughter, Mrs. Lois Krahies of Monon and two brothers, William Taylor of Buffalo and Edward Taylor of Dayton, Ohio. Funeral 2 p.m. Tuesday at Foster Funeral Home, Wolcott, the Rev. Irvin King officiating; burial in K of P Cemetery, Charlmers. Friends may call at funeral home after Monday noon. Survivors include four grandchildren and five great grandchildren.
Lafayette Journal and Courier, Tippecanoe County, IN; Monday, 27 Feb 1965, p 7
Contributed by Karen Zach

Clinton, Ind., March 22 - Despondent over ill health, John Wailly, 56, of Centenary, a coal miner, shot and killed himself with a .22 caliber revolver at his home at Centenary. The tragedy was discovered by his son-in-law, Eli Adamovich, who went to Wailly's home to care for the furnace. Wailly had been suffering from miner's asthma, it was said. Funeral services will be held tomorrow afternoon.
Munster Times, Lake County, IN; Tuesday, 22 March 1932, p 9
Contributed by Karen Zach

Mrs. Catherine Warden, 90 years old, passed away at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Samuel Condo, Friday afternoon about 1:45 o'clock after a serious illness of about five weeks. She had been in ill health for about five years but had only been confined to her bed for the past five weeks. She was a highly esteemed woman of this community. Catherine Warden, daughter of John and Susan Wert, was born May 2nd, 1842 in Darke County, Ohio. She came to White county with her parents at the age of three years and resided in this county since that time. She was married January 13, 1859 to Perry Replogle, who died in 1891. To this union were born six children, four of which survive the mother. She was married to Elisha Warden in 1894. Mr. Warden died in 1920. She was a member of the Methodist church, Ladies of the G. A. R. and Rebecca lodge. [rest of obit cut off]
Monticello Herald-Journal, White County, Indiana; Thursday, August 18, 1932
Contributed by Lena Harper

Mt. Ayr - Mrs. Emma Mae (Protzman) Wells, 81, died at 10 a.m. Saturday at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Lucy Elliott, Mr. Ayr, with whom she had made her home for two and a half years. Mrs. Wells was born in Newton County and in 1901 was married to Foster B. Brunton who died in 1931. In 1938 she was married to Isaac W. Wells; he died in 1964. She was a member of the EUB Church at Brook and Royal Neighbors Lodge. She had lived here for 15 years. Surviving are four daughters, Mrs. Elliott of Mt. Ayr; Mrs. Roxanna Allen of Goodland; Mrs. Gertrude Zickmund of Rensselaer and Mrs. Marguerite Beasy of Mt. Ayr; two sons, Kenneth Brunton of Mt. Ayr and Kennard Brunton of Wolcott and two sisters, Mrs. Rhoda Hiestand of Brook and Mrs. Ruth Phares of Oceanside, Calif. Funeral 1:30 p.m. Tuesday at Mt. Ayr Methodist Church, the Rev. Don Preston officiating. Burial in Riverside Cemetery, Brook. Body will lie in state at curch from noon Tuesday to time of services. Friends may call at Crane Funeral Home, Goodland after 2 p.m. (CST) Monday. Survivors include 13 grandchildren and 31 great grandchildren.
Lafayette Journal and Courier, Tippecanoe County, IN; Monday, 27 Feb 1965, p 7
Contributed by Karen Zach

Called to Attend Funeral.
Mrs. Elizabeth Harper, of Sharpsville, received a message Sunday announcing the death of her only brother, John White, of Cincinnati, he dying Saturday night. Mrs. Harper and James Harper left today for Cincinatti to attend the funeral. Mr. White was a business man in the Ohio city. His birthplace was Versailes but he had spent most of his life in Cincinnati.
Tipton Daily Tribune, Tipton County, IN; Monday, March 21, 1921, page 8
Contributed by Lena Harper

Mary Holmes Wilson, who departed this life December 9th, 1893 was born in Orange County, Indiana June 18th, 1836. Was married to J H Wilson, October 5, 1881. She became a Christian in the year 1862 and lived the life of a true disciple of Christ and died in the faith. She was one of a large family. Since her death her father, Henry Holmes of Orange County, Indiana died December 27th at the advanced age of 89 years, having lived on the farm he opened up in the forest of that wooded country for 60 years. Of this large family the parents, one son and one daughter are dead, having five brothers and two sisters living. Of the brothers is DH Holmes of Elmendaro, the others being very widely scattered. At the funeral of Mrs. Wilson, which occurred at her home, a large gathering of her neighbors participated in the service and manifested a deep sympathy for the sorrowing friends, and a high respect for the virtues and Christian character of the deceased. The services were conducted by Rev. FM Chaffee of Chicago Mound, speaking from the words, "We spend our years as a tale is told." It was the universal testimony of all who knew her that she was a most excellent lady and devout Christian., May her virtues be imitated. Hartford News
Emporia, Kansas Republican; Thursday, 18 Jan 1894
Contributed by Karen Zach

Clinton, Ind., April 26 - Vincent Wisniewski, 18 years old, a miner was shot and instantly killed at 8:15 last night while he was standing in the doorway of a feed store. His father, Joseph Wisniewski and his brother, Ignatius, reported to the police that three men approached the place in an automobile and two of them jumped out and came up to Vincent. After a few words both of them pulled guns and fired and it was believed a third shot came from the machine. After the shooting they ran to the car and drove away.
South Bend Tribune, St. Joseph County, IN; Tuesday, 26 April 1921, p 4
Contributed by Karen Zach

Temple, Tex., May 30 - Frank Zavala, about 32 of Gary, Ind was killed near here today in an automobile wreck which followed a tire blow-out.
Crawfordsville Journal & Review, Montgomery County, IN; Tuesday, May 31, 1938, p 6
Contributed by Karen Zach