Cadieux - Charles Cadieux received the news Tuesday
morning that his son at Ann Arbor, Mich. was dead. He was running a barber shop
in that city and his sickness was only of one week’s duration. Democrat
9-30-1897
Cadieux Cora N, 76, died in the home of a daughter, Mrs. Harley Zumbrun,
R. 2, South Whitley. Also surviving are a son, C. C., Roseville, Mich.; another
daughter, Mrs. B. I. Lukey, Dayton, O.; 11 grandchildren; 6 great-grandchildren
and a sister. Burial, Christian Chapel Cemetery. 2-7-1957
Cain Columbus C, resident of Orange Twp, died at the Kendallville
residence of his son in Kendallville last Friday. He came to this city to do
some trading and at the noon hour was invited to dinner by his son, John, which
he accepted. During the meal he complained about the beef steak being tough and
left the table going out into the yard. He soon returned and said to his son,
"If I do not get this meat out of my throat I will die." The family
did all in their power to relieve him and immediately summoned medical aid by
telephone but he expired before the physician arrived. Democrat 1-29-1903
Calbeck - The infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Lewis Calbeck, age one day, was
buried in the Albion Cemetery last Thursday. Democrat 4-4-1888
Calbeck Joseph was born in Liverpool, England, May 11, 1827 and died in
Ligonier June 2, 1908, aged 81 years and 18 days. He came to Noble County in
1855. 6-2-1908
Calbeck Myron died June 6, 1886, aged 19 years and 27 days. He was born
in Sparta Twp May 10, 1867 and was the victim of an accident at Skinner Lake.
Funeral was at the Sparta Church June 8. Burial, Sparta Cemetery. Democrat
6-16-1886
Caldwell Andrew Jackson was born In Elkhart County September 23, 1840 and
departed this life from his home in Ligonier December 15, 1905, aged 65 years, 2
months and 22 days. He married Hattie Pancake May 21, 1861. To them were born 9
children, all of whom are living save one, Franklin who died April 9, 1876 when
15 months old. With the exception of 7 years spent in Kansas, he has always
lived in northern Indiana - St. Joseph, Elkhart and Noble Counties. He was
stricken with paralysis about 4 years ago while working at his trade, that of
millwright in Sturgis, Mich. He has been an invalid since that time. Last
Wednesday he suffered another stroke and passed away Friday. For some time he
was a member of the city council of Ligonier and for the past 4 years has been a
member of the city school board, serving as treasurer. There remains to mourn
his wife; 3 sons; 5 daughters; one sister (Mrs. Martha Hostetter of Joplin,
Mo.). Funeral was at the home Monday. Burial, Ligonier Cemetery. Democrat
12-28-1905
Callahan Eugene, son of Michael Dolan and wife, died of Bright’s
disease at the Fort Wayne Hospital April 13, 1909. He was born in Avilla October
31, 1880. A member of the Avilla High School Class of 1900, he has traveled
quite extensively, having been in Canada, California and many other places
making his way by self support by filling clerkships in many of the best hotels,
his place being the Morris House in Chicago. He was a member of the Catholic
Church where the funeral was held Thursday. He leaves a father, mother and 2
sisters. Burial, Catholic Cemetery. 4-13-1909
Cameron William G, 59, veterinary surgeon, died at his Rome City home
Tuesday of heart disease. He had been a resident of Rome City the past 63 years.
He is survived by a wife. Obsequies were held at Rome City Thursday. Burial,
Osborne Cemetery. 5-12-1908
Campbell - Charlie Campbells of York lost their daughter, 16 months of
age, Friday morning of typhoid fever. Democrat 10-28-1885
Campbell Charles Mrs. died of consumption last Tuesday at her home one
mile southwest of Albion. Funeral will be at her late residence. Burial, Albion
Cemetery. Democrat 11-16-1893
Campbell Edward died August 18, 1899. He was one of the oldest, if not
the oldest, citizens in Noble County. He was born in lower Canada 12 miles from
Montreal on January 12, 1802 and at the time of death was 97 years, 7 months and
6 days. In 1828 he removed from Canada and arrived at Fort Wayne in 1829. He
married Sarah Archer in 1831 and a year later united with the Baptist Church. He
and his wife were baptized in the St. Mary’s River at Fort Wayne. He removed
from Fort Wayne to Noble County in 1846, and in 1857 his wife died at Port
Mitchell. She was buried in Sanford Cemetery. The year after her death he and
surviving son moved to Kankakee County, Ill, where they remained until 1861.
They next removed to Kalamazoo, Mich., where he remained until 1878, when he
again removed to his previous home in this county. He leaves one
daughter-in-law, with whom he has resided for a number of years; 5
grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; 4 great-great-grandchildren. Funeral was
at the Burr Oak Free Baptist Church Sunday. Burial, Sanford Cemetery. Albion
Democrat 8-24-1899
Campbell Effie Pearl, 64, of west of Ligonier, died today in Luckey
Hospital, Wolf Lake. She was a lifelong resident of this community. Surviving
are the husband, Homer; 2 brothers and a sister. Services Saturday at Ulrey-Sedgwick Funeral Home. Burial, Oak Park Cemetery. 2-22-1956
Campbell Fred Mrs., 26, died from consumption at her home several miles
south of this city in York Twp Sunday. She was a daughter of Martin Todd and
wife residing north of Albion in Jefferson Twp. She leaves a husband and 2 small
children. Funeral was at Burr Oak Church. Burial, Sanford Cemetery. Albion
Democrat 2-2-1899
Campbell George S Mrs., 31, wife of a blacksmith of LaOtto, died at the
Lutheran Hospital in Fort Wayne following an operation several days previous.
She is survived by 5 children; 3 sisters and 4 brothers. Democrat 4-5-1915
Campbell Harding G was born in Texas County, Michigan on December 31,
1862; died May 29, 1886, aged 24 years, 4 months and 29 days. Howard, as he was
called, was married March 2, 1881 to Rebecca Busz who with 2 small children
survive. Burial, Sanford Cemetery. Democrat 6-16-1886
Campbell Harriet died at the residence of her son, Fred, south of this
city, Tuesday, aged 68 years, 8 months and 3 days. Cause of death was heart and
lung trouble. She leaves one daughter, Mrs. Isaac Breeden of this city; and 4
sons, Charles, George and Fred of this county and Clarence of South Dakota.
Funeral was at the residence of Fred Campbell Thursday. Burial, Sanford
Cemetery. Democrat 12-6-1900
Campbell Levi was born in Morrow County, Ohio June 17, 1834, and departed
this life January 22, 1914 at the age of 79 years, 7 months and 5 days. He
married Lucy McMahan on January 26, 1860. They had 3 children. In 1864 the
parents with one child moved to Noble County, Indiana, settling on a farm 4
miles southeast of Albion. This was the old homestead till after the children
were married. He then moved near the Rehoboth Lutheran Church about one mile
from the old home place. His last residence was in Kendallville. He was a member
of the English Lutheran Church at Albion. He leaves a widow; 2 daughters, Mrs.
R. F. Rosenberger of Albuquerque, N.M., and Mrs. Dora Baker of Kendallville; and
Rev. E. E. Campbell of Monroeville, Ind. Funeral was at the German Lutheran
Church. Burial, Lake View Cemetery. Democrat 2-9-1914
Campbell Mary H, daughter of August and Celena Pepe, was born December
15, 1868 and died at her home in LaOtto, aged 32 years, 7 months and 7 days. She
was married to George Campbell November 10, 1887, to which union 6 children were
born, of which 3 preceded her in death. She was confirmed in the Catholic Church
in 1878 at St. Vincent Academy near Fort Wayne. She leaves a husband, 3
children, father, mother, 3 sisters and 2 brothers. Burial, Wallen Cemetery.
Democrat 8-2-1900
Campbell Michael died October 17 from inflammation of bowels; age 50
years, 9 months and 9 days; residence, Perry Twp; occupation, farmer;
birthplace, Ohio. Burial, Shobe Cemetery. Albion Democrat 12-7-1899
Campbell Susannah (Kesler) was born May 25, 1808 and died January 28,
1894, aged 85 years, 8 months and 3 days. She came from Pennsylvania to Ohio
with her parents in her childhood days. There she married Joseph Campbell August
4, 1825, they having 7 sons, 5 of whom are still living; 27 grandchildren and 19
great-grandchildren. Her husband died June 2, 1846. She emigrated to Indiana
with her 3 youngest sons in a covered wagon, landing in Wabash County in 1856,
living there about 4 years, after which she lived with her children, dying at
the home of her son, Samuel, in Auburn. She joined the Lutheran Church at the
age of 16. Democrat 2-8-1894
Campbell William, 76, pioneer of Noble County, died at the home of his
son, Samuel, on October 31, 1897. Burial, Sparta Cemetery. Democrat 11-11-1897
Canen Hazel passed away last Monday at the McCray Hospital. American
2-18-1943
Cannon Catherine Ann, 78, of Ligonier died at St. Joseph’s Hospital
Friday due to the infirmities of age. She is survived by 2 daughters, Mrs.
Jennie Shannon and Mrs. Michaels of Fort Wayne; and one son, Joseph Eckhart of
near Kimmell. Obsequies were conducted Sunday in Ligonier. 3-19-1909
Cannon James, a resident of Kendallville who was taken to the hospital
for the insane at Logansport several months ago for treatment, threw himself in
front of a train at Logansport last Saturday morning and was instantly killed.
His remains were taken to Kendallville for interment. Democrat 8-8-1901
Caris Lycurgus V, 90, a resident of near Stroh, is dead after a
brief illness. He is survived by one son and 4 daughters. He was the father of
Mrs. George Godsell of Kendallville. Democrat 3-11-1915
Carl Matthias committed suicide by drowning himself in Long Lake
last week. On the bank opposite where the body was found lay a coat, vest and
hat. On the hat was found a pocket book with two 25 cent pieces of silver.
Appearances indicated that the man had removed these articles and then
deliberately walked into the lake with his pants, shirt and boots on with the
intent to destroy his life. The stepson of Peter Parr, he was better known as
Martz. He was widower with a daughter 13 years of age who resides with her aunt,
Mrs. C. Breidert in Kendallville; and a son 11 years old who lives with his
uncle, Martin Parr in Allen Twp. His wife, who was Lizzie Waggoner and who lived
at or near Butler, died several years ago. Since her death he went west and
pre-empted a farm and stayed on it 5 years, perfected his title and sold it.
Since his return to Kendallville about 2 years ago, his habits were of a
dissolute character and he paid little or no attention to this children. William
Crail, his brother-in-law, testified before the coroner that he had acted
strangely at times which led him to believe that his mind was somewhat affected.
The body was prepared for burial and taken to Lake View Cemetery Monday. New Era
7-20-1893
Carlton - The 6 weeks’ old child of Mrs. A. F. Carlton of South Chicago
died at the home of the latter’s parents, Norris Winebrenner and wife,
Thursday. Funeral was at the residence Saturday. Burial, Albion Cemetery. Albion
Democrat 3-16-1899
Carmien Harry, 24, son of Mellville Carmien of Ligonier, a fireman
on the Lakeshore Railroad for the past 2 years, was instantly killed by
westbound train No. 23 between Laporte and Grand Crossing Saturday night. His
train had stopped on a siding and Carmien was oiling. He stepped around the
front of the engine and failed to hear train No. 23 and walked directly in front
of it. He leaves a father, a sister and a half-sister. Obsequies were at
Ligonier Sunday. Democrat 9-17-1908
Carr Lewis, 81, died November 9, 1899 of senility. Residence, Ligonier;
birthplace, Ohio; buried in Ligonier November 11. 11-9-1899
Carr Nathan, a former resident of Noble County, died at the home of his
daughter, Mrs. Anna Matthews of Berrien County, Mich. on March 3, 1915, aged 89
years, 8 months and 22 days. Obsequies were held at the Adventist Church
Saturday. Mr. Carr had left Ligonier last fall and had gone to live with his
daughter. Democrat 3-8-1915
Carr P A Mrs., 63, died at her home in Ligonier Saturday morning. She is
survived by a husband, 2 sons and 2 daughters. Obsequies were held at the
residence Tuesday. 8-12-1909
Carrick - The infant child of Mr. and Mrs. Carrick of S.
VanScoyoc St., Avilla, died last week. Democrat 8-31-1899
Carrick Martin, 99,a pioneer of Noble County, died at the home of his
daughter, Mrs. Henry Debelius in Auburn on Tuesday. He was a native of
Ireland, where he was born in 1815. He came to this county in 1863, locating at
Philadelphia where he was a miner. He married Mary Delaney in New York City and
to this union were born 13 children, 6 of whom survive. The wife died 14 years
ago and since that time he has been living with his children. Surviving are Mrs.
John Schultz and Mrs. Patrick Kearney of Kendallville, Mrs. William
Keller of Three Rivers, Mich., Mrs. Henry Debelius of Auburn, Robert
Carrick of Montana and Edward Carrick of Kendallville. The obsequies were held
at the home of Mrs. Schultz in Kendallville Wednesday. Burial, Avilla.
Democrat 12-17-1914
Carrick Martin Jr, 42, of Kendallville died at the Garrett hospital on
Monday of last week of dropsy. He is survived by a wife, 2 daughters, 2 sons, a
father, 2 brothers and 4 sisters. Funeral was in the Kendallville Catholic
Church Wednesday. Democrat 3-13-1911
Carter - A Mr. Carter of Garrett buried one of his children in the Avilla
Cemetery one day last week. Albion Democrat 10-12-1899
Carter Frank, 21, of Rochester, while boxing, showed signs of exhaustion
and died in a few minutes. He was boxed. Democrat 3-15-1894
Carter Jennie (Sherwood), formerly of Noble Twp, died in Hammond on
February 22 at the age of 34 years, 6 months and 28 days. She graduated with the
Class of 1887, Ligonier High School and in 1890 married Elmer L. Carter of
Rochester, Ind. In 1899 they moved to Hammond. She leaves her husband, her
mother, 3 sisters and a brother. Funeral was at the home of O. E. Niles and
wife. Mrs. Niles is a sister of the deceased. Burial, Ligonier Cemetery. New Era
3-4-1903
Carter Nancy, mother of editor Carter of the Cromwell News, died at the
home of her daughter, Mrs. Hiram Francisco of Mishawaka, July 15, aged about 70.
She resided for a number of years in Ligonier. Democrat 7-26-1900
Carter Percival - Last Saturday John Long and family received the new
that their grandson, Percival Carter, 10-year old son of Frank Carter and wife
of Benton Harbor, Mich., had met with a tragic death on Friday. He in company
with a younger brother and an older neighbor boy went to the coal chutes on the
railroad for coal and while waiting noticed the fast train coming on the track
on which he and his little brother were standing, stepping across on opposite
track and watched the incoming train but did not hear the switch engine backing
down on them. The little brother escaped unhurt but Percival was completely
ground under the wheels. Burial took place at Mishawaka Sunday morning. Mrs.
Alice Fox and Miss Olta Long, sisters of Mrs. Carter, were in attendance at the
funeral. Democrat 12-9-1909
Carter Sherman E, 67, a night guard at a Kendallville plant, was killed
by an eastbound New York Central passenger train last Saturday morning. His
defective hearing, together with the noise of a storm prevailing at the time,
are thought to have been contributing causes. American 2-11-1943
Carver Harry - His funeral was held in the M. E. Church Monday. Burial,
Wolf Lake. Democrat 7-24-1930
Cary Abram died at his home in Jefferson Twp May 8, 1888, aged 82
years, 5 months and 8 days. He was born in Dutchess County, New York, November
30, 1805. Early in youth, with his parents, he removed to Broome County, N.Y. On
September 10, 1831 he married Patience Forker. In the spring of 1834 he
emigrated to Huron County, Ohio, where he resided 7 years. In May 1842 he came
to Noble County, locating in Jefferson Twp, where he has since resided. To his
first marriage were born 8 children, Sorada J., Sophronia E., Samantha A., John
W., Elmira C., Emily O., William W., and Alvin D. Of these, Samantha, John,
Elmira, Emily and Alvin are dead. Their mother died October 10, 1869. His second
and present wife was Ann (Corbin) Potts, widow of Alfred Potts who died in the
late war. To this marriage was born one son, Wreath D. Funeral was at the
Jefferson Union Church on May 10. Burial, Union Cemetery. Democrat 5-16-1888
Cary Sophronia E was born in Binghamton, Boone County, New York, March 8,
1835. At the age of one year she moved with her parents to Huron County, Ohio.
Six years later on account of sickness the family concluded to move to Noble
County. They, with another family, made the trip in a one-horse wagon, arriving
in Jefferson Twp in the spring of 1842. She died at the home of her brother,
William W., May 23, 1903, aged 68 years, 2 months and 15 days. She was a member
of the Methodist Episcopal Chapel. Funeral was at the Union Church in Jefferson
Twp yesterday. Burial, Union Cemetery. Democrat 5-28-1903
Casey John - The Cass family attended the funeral of John Casey at
Ligonier on Tuesday. Democrat 12-6-1900
Casey Thomas, son-in-law of Mr. P. B. Bassett, died Tuesday morning at
the Logansport asylum. He had been an inmate there for about one year. A
telegram was sent to his wife, who has been living at her father’s home,
informing her of the death. The remains were interred near Ligonier Wednesday.
Democrat 7-27-1893
Caskey Sarah Jane was found dead in bed at her home about 2 miles
northeast of Cromwell Tuesday morning. She was a widow, aged about 62 and
resided with 2 sons. The coroner gave a verdict of heart disease. She had not
been previously sick and the day prior had been performing her household duties.
Funeral was at the Universalist Church in Cromwell. Burial, Albion Cemetery.
Democrat 10-10-1901
Cass Isabelle, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Michael Cass of Fort Wayne, and
niece of Willis Gerver, Mrs. Dollie Price and Mrs. Will Jourdan of Wawaka, is
dead at Fort Wayne. She was injured in an automobile accident June 1 near Wolf
Lake. Democrat 6-27-1929
Cass Thomas Leo, 81, died Tuesday in Goshen. He was a member of St.
Patrick’s Church, Ligonier. Survivors include his wife, Elizabeth; 4
daughters, Ms. John Griffith, Goshen, Mrs. Allen Hardenbrook, Auburn, Mrs.
Harlan Stoller, Chicago, Mrs. Aston Moore, Denver, Colo.; 9 grandchildren; 2
brothers and 2 sisters. Services Friday at the church. 8-17-1957
Castator - The invalid daughter of Jackson Castator and wife of Jefferson
Twp died at her home Sunday evening at the age of 22. She has been an invalid
since infancy. Funeral was at the residence. Burial, Rehoboth Cemetery. Democrat
9-29-1898
Cauffman John P died January 29, 1900 of bronchial pneumonia; aged
43 years, 3 months and 26 days; residence, Ligonier; married; merchant;
birthplace, Indiana; burial, Elkhart, February 1. 1-29-1900
Caupp Becky Ann, 11-day old premature baby of Mr. and Mrs. James Caupp,
died yesterday at Whitley County Hospital. Survivors are the parents; maternal
grandmother, Mrs. Frank Wilson of Albion; and paternal grandparents, Mr. and
Mrs. Kenneth L. Caupp of Churubusco. Prayer service was today in Bonham &
Miser Funeral Home. Burial, Christian Chapel Cemetery. 3-9-1959
Cavin George of Los Angeles, Ca., a former Ligonier resident, died at the
Methodist Hospital in that city on Monday of last week of cancer of the stomach.
He was a nephew of John Cavin of Ligonier and is survived by a wife, twin sons
one month old, and a mother. Democrat 1-6-1913
Cavin John L Mrs. died at her home in Ligonier September 9, aged about
50. Obsequies were held in the Methodist Episcopal Church of that city. Democrat
9-17-1903
Cazier - Mrs. Ike Ressler was called to Chicago Sunday on account of the
death of her nephew, Marion Cazier’s son who was run over by a street car in
that city. Kimmell Enterprise 4-12-1907
Chaffee Robert Edward, 36, was killed in a freak mishap at his service
station here. He died in McCray Hospital emergency room from injuries received
when a fan blade broke loose from a truck motor and struck him in the face,
piercing the skull. Funeral will be at L. E. Berhalter & Son Funeral Home
Monday. Burial, Lake View Cemetery. 10-11-1957
Chambers Anna Laura died at the family residence near Albion May 26,
1888, aged 27 years, 8 months and 9 days. She was born in Pittsburgh, Pa. On
Feb. 17, 1861, a daughter of Rev. Joseph P. Moore. She married John Chambers
November 6, 1881. Funeral was held in the Presbyterian Church May 28. She leaves
her husband, infant daughter, father, 2 brothers, 2 sisters and the parents and
brother and sister of her husband. Burial, Albion Cemetery. 5-26-1888
Chambers John, former Noble County resident, died in Los Angeles, Cal.
July 11. Democrat 7-30-1925
Chambers Robert, born in Beaver County, Penn., January 25, 1820, died at
this home in Albion January 19, 1901, aged 80 years, 11 months and 24 days. He
married Eliza M. Cook of Savannah, Ohio, January 15, 1846. In 1849 they removed
to Noble County where they have lived ever since. He leaves 2 sons, one
daughter; a granddaughter; 2 brothers, William of Savannah, Ohio, and Thomas of
Mt. Pleasant, Iowa; and 2 sisters, Mrs. William Bebout of Norwalk, Ohio and Mrs.
Samuel Bebout of Greenwich, Ohio. He has been a member of the Presbyterian
Church for 60 years. Funeral was at the family residence on Monday. Burial,
Albion Cemetery. Albion Democrat 1-24-1901
Chamblin Charles W was buried in the Sweet Cemetery last Friday
afternoon. American 1-24-1946
Chapin N H of Toledo, Ohio, brother of A. A. Chapin of Kendallville, died
in the former place a few days since. New Era 4-20-1876
Chapman Cora, 24, of Mishawaka died of typhoid fever Tuesday of last week
at the home of her parents, Henry Wolford and wife in LaOtto. She leaves a
husband and one small son. Burial, Swan Cemetery. Albion Democrat 10-26-1899
Chapman Milton of South Bend, cousin of Frank and Charles Clapp of this
place and a former citizen of this county, died yesterday at his home in South
Bend, aged about 50. At the time of his death he was filling the position of
secretary and treasurer of the Economist Plow Co. in that city. Democrat
4-26-1894
Charter James M was born in Monroe County, Mich. July 19, 1827 and died
in York Twp August 11, aged 70 years and 22 days. He spent his early life in
Maumee, Lucas County, Ohio, and in the spring of 1856 he came to Noble County.
He married Agnes Bartley September 27, 1856. Four boys and one girl were born to
them. Two boys have gone before. In January 1864 he enlisted in Company H in the
12th Indiana Volunteers. He died of exhaustion after an illness of 5
weeks and one day. Funeral was at the Presbyterian Church at Port Mitchell
Friday. He was laid at rest in the cemetery about 3 miles west of Wolf Lake.
Democrat 8-12-1897
Charter Minnie, daughter of W. P. and Ruth A. Charter, died of
consumption in Kendallville February 2, 1901, aged 17 years, 3 months and 7
days. She was born in Albion October 25, 1883. Funeral was Monday in the U. B.
Church of this city. Burial, Albion Cemetery. Albion Democrat 2-7-1901
Chiddister Paul R, 37, of R. 2, Bronson, Mich., formerly of Wolcottville,
ended his life with a shotgun late Saturday night at his home. Surviving are the
widow, Rachael; 4 daughters, Dawn Marie, Susan, Paula Kay and Barbara; his
parents, Mr. and Mrs. Rawleigh Chiddister, Wolcottville; and a brother, Ralph,
Paw Paw Mich. He was employed at a foundry in Burr Oak, Mich. He was a member of
the Church of Christ at South Milford and the VFW in Kendallville and a veteran
of WW II. Services will be Tuesday at Williams Funeral Home, Wolcottville.
Burial, Oak Park Cemetery. 3-7-1915
Chiddister Nathaniel Mrs. died at her home in Ligonier July 14,
1905, aged 61 years and 15 days. She is survived by a husband; 4 daughters, Mrs.
Ella Leming, Mrs. Ollie Conrad, Mrs. Daisy Spackeen, Mrs. Emma Fisher; 3 sons,
Charles C., Otto A., and Price E; 6 sisters and 13 grandchildren. She moved to
Ligonier from Ohio in 1885. Democrat 7-14-1905
Childs Charlotte was born at Havant, Hampshire, England, March 2, 1857;
died at her parental home, the residence of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Askew in Albion,
December 28, 1887, aged 30 years, 9 months and 25 days. She was the oldest child
of Robert Askew and came with her father from England when a small child, her
mother having died before they emigrated. For several years she lived in the
family of her aunt, Mrs. Southworth. She married Grant Childs on September 1,
1883. He was also of English birth. Sometime afterward they removed to Jewel
County, Kansas to establish a home but her health failed and she returned to her
father’s house to die. Funeral was at the U. B. Church on December 30. Burial,
Albion Cemetery. Democrat 1-4-1888
Chipman - M. L. Gawthrop and wife of Allen Twp have received information
of the death of their brother-in-law, Mr. Chipman of New Carlisle. Mrs. Chipman
is a sister of Mrs. Gawthrop and formerly lived at Lisbon. She was Mrs. Celinda
Bowyer. Democrat 5-2-1901
Christlieb Eli Mrs. died at her residence in Ari one week ago Saturday,
aged 63 years, 3 months and 24 days. She is survived by the husband and 7
children. Democrat 12-14-1914
Christlieb George W, 88, died March 9 at his home in Noble County from
bronchial pneumonia. American 3-12-1941
Christlieb Reuben, 94, a resident of Swan Twp, Noble County, 3 miles
northeast of Churubusco died today in Whitley County Hospital. He was
born in Ohio but had lived in this area most of his life. Surviving are a son,
James, and a daughter, Mrs. Etta Bunger, both of Noble County. Burial, Fairview
Cemetery near Huntertown. 11-30-1956
Clark A H, Mrs., 80, a former Ligonier resident, died at the home of her
daughter, Mrs. D. R. Tomlin of Seattle, Wash. She was a sister of the late S. J.
M. Loomis of Kendallville. The remains were taken to Median, Ohio for interment.
Democrat 10-25-1909
Clark Dan - of Sparta Twp - funeral was held at the Sparta Church
Saturday. Democrat 3-4-1897
Clark Eve, 65, of this city was stricken with paralysis and died
Wednesday while visiting her daughter, Mrs. T. J. Devault of Warsaw. Her remains
were brought to Albion on train No. 6. Funeral was at the Lutheran Church today.
Burial, Albion Cemetery. Democrat 1-18-1900
Clark Frank, 75, died Wednesday night at the Luckey Hospital, Wolf
Lake, of heart disease. A retired railroad executive, he resided at Wolf Lake
the last 10 years. He was born in Iowa. Surviving is the widow, Jett. Services
Saturday at Miser Funeral Home, Albion. Burial, Wolf Lake Cemetery. 4-24-1957
Clark John died at his home about one mile west of Wolf Lake Tuesday,
aged 82 years, 4 months and 5 days. He was a native of the Isle of Man, born
January 21, 1821. Obsequies will be held in the Methodist Episcopal Church in
Wolf Lake tomorrow. Democrat 5-28-1903
Clark Lorenzo Willis was struck by a switch engine at 89th St.
in Chicago Wednesday and instantly killed. He was a brakeman on a through
freight and had been on the road for about 2 weeks. His wife had arrived here
the same forenoon on No. 16 for a few days’ visit with her parents, Isaac
Miller and wife. He was born near Brunersburg, Defiance County, Ohio September
7, 1865 and died February 27, 1900, aged 34 years, 5 months and 10 days. He was
married in the fall of 1886 to Belle Carver. To this union was born 2 sons, one
of which lies buried at Grand Junction, Iowa. The other, a boy nearly 8 years
old, resides in Burlington, Iowa. On June 30, 1897 he married Lizzie Miller. A
brother also survives. Funeral Friday at Cromwell. Burial, Sparta Cemetery.
Democrat 3-1-1900
Clark Margaret, daughter of Thomas and Magdalene Kershner, was born April
18, 1825. She married in her youth Orlando B. Lafong. To this union was born one
son, W. H. Lafong. She lived a grass widow for about 9 years. She then married
Jeremiah W. Clark on November 4. To this union was born 2 sons and 2 daughters,
the latter are still living. Mr. Clark was a soldier of the rebellion, being
wounded in battle on July 19, 1864, from which wounds he died September 19,
1864, leaving Mrs. Clark a widow with 4 children whom she lived to see grown up.
She died September 11, 1903, aged 78 years, 4 months and 25 days. She leaves one
son, 2 daughters, one brother, 7 grandchildren, 5 great-grandchildren. Funeral
was held at the Christian Church Sunday. Democrat 9-17-1903
Clark Orlando T, died at his home at Delta Farm, Pierce, Nebraska, July
8, 1888. From October 7, 1866 to April 15, 1883 he was a ruling elder in the
First Presbyterian Church of Waterloo. While living in Waterloo
his wife died, February 10, 1882. He leaves 3 sons, Brown, Charles and Thad, and
two daughters, Mrs. Fannie Shaffer of Albion, and Lizzie who is also married.
Democrat 7-18-1888
Clarke Charles, youngest son of William and Anna Clarke, was born in
Ballaugh, Isle of Man, Europe, April 3, 1824, and died at his home in York Twp,
Noble County, August 28, 1909, aged 85 years, 4 months and 25 days. He married
Jane Cannell in 1852 and to this union were born 7 children. Two daughters,
Margaret who died in infancy, and Elizabeth, wife of Basil Fuller, preceded him
in death. Surviving are his wife, John T., Louisa, Emma, and grandson, Thad R.,
who remain in the home; Charles W., and Katie, wife of H. G. Earnhart,
both of York Twp; 9 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren. He came to Indiana
in September 1858 and located on a farm in York Twp where he resided until his
death. He was a member of the Methodist Episcopal Church at Wolf Lake where
obsequies were held August 30. Burial, Sparta Cemetery. Democrat 9-2-1909
Clarke John, son of William and Ann Clarke, was born in Ballaugh Parish,
Isle of Man, January 21, 1821, where he spent the early years of his life. He
came to the United States in 1837 and resided in Cleveland for a number of
years, after which he came to Wolf Lake and made his home with his
brother-in-law, Patrick Clarke, who died a little more than a year ago. He
remained in the old home, cared for by his niece, Mrs. Cathie Andrews and her
nephew, J. C. Roscoe, until death came May 26, 1903. He was 82 years, 4 months
and 5 days of age. He became a member of the Episcopal Church early in life. He
leaves one brother and a sister-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Clarke of York Twp.
Funeral was in Wolf Lake May 28. Burial, Wolf Lake Cemetery. Democrat 6-4-1903
Clark Patrick, 82, died at his home January 25, 1902. Funeral was at the
M. E. Church Sunday. Burial, Wolf Lake Cemetery. Democrat 1-30-1902
Clawson Harvey, about 26, departed this life early last Saturday his home
near Ligonier. Democrat 1-7-1891
Clawson John died on Thursday morning, making the second death in that
family in less than a week. His remains were buried in Goshen on Friday.
Democrat 1-14-1891
Claxton - The infant son of George Claxton and wife who reside on the
farm of John T. Graves in Jefferson Twp, died Tuesday morning of convulsions,
aged 2 months and 5 days. Burial, Hopewell Cemetery. Democrat 4-3-1902
Claxton - The infant child of Mr. and Mrs. George Claxton of York Twp
died last Friday morning. Its age was 20 days. Burial, Union Cemetery. New Era
4-3-1907
Claxton Alva, 46, an evangelist associated with the Church of God, died
at the Whitley County Hospital Thursday of complications resulting from an
automobile accident in Whitley County January 24. He came to Warsaw from
Jamestown, N.Y. in 1953. He was a native of Whitley County. Surviving are his
parents; his wife, Mary; 3 sons, Howard with the Air Force at Rapids City, S.D.,
and Harold and Gerold at home; 2 daughters, Mrs. Milo Lindzy and Mrs. Edward
Fitzgerald of Warsaw; one sister; one brother; his grandmother; and 4
grandchildren. Funeral will be Sunday at Titus Funeral Home. Burial, Christian
Chapel Cemetery. 2-27-1958
Claxton Arthur, the one-year old son of William and Jennie Claxton of
Swan Twp, died one week ago Monday morning. Democrat 9-19-1901
Claxton Frances, 14, a daughter of Richard Claxton, died of Bright’s
disease last week and was buried Sabbath day at the old Blue River Church. This
is the fourth of the family in a little over a year. New Era 11-11-1903
Claxton Porter E, the son of George Claxton and wife of Jefferson twp,
died June 6 of dysentery, aged 2 years, 10 months and 6 days. The Claxtons lost
another little son about April 1. Funeral was Saturday. Burial, Fulk Cemetery.
Democrat 6-12-1902
Clear Margaret died at the residence of her son, Robert B. Clear August
9, 1902, aged 81 years, 9 months and 13 days. She came to the home of her son
from Ada, Ohio a few weeks ago. She was born in Pennsylvania October 28, 1820.
Three daughters, Mesdames Jennie Young and Nancy Heflinger of Ada, Ohio, and
Mrs. George W. Spear of Topeka, Kansas; and one son, R. B. Clear of York Twp
were at her bedside when she died. Funeral was at Ada, Ohio Monday. 8-9-1902
Cleland - The infant child of John C. Cleland and wife of near Port
Mitchell died Tuesday. Burial, Albion Cemetery. 8-8-1901
Cleland Joe H, 41, died Saturday in his residence. He was an inspector
for the J. I. Case Co., Churubusco, a member of the Masonic Lodge and OES.
Surviving are the widow, Mildred, 2 daughters, Mrs. Margaret Ross of Avilla and
Janice at home; his father, Arthur Cleland of Albion; and 2 sisters. Services
will be tomorrow in the Avilla Evangelical United Brethren Church. Burial,
Avilla Cemetery. 7-15-1958
Clemens Sadie C, daughter of John and Helmina Hauger, was born November
18, 1867 in Noble County; and departed this life June 10, 1893 at the home of
her parents in Albion. She was 25 years, 6 months and 23 days. She
married John W. Clemens June 2, 1889. She was a member of the M. E.
Church. She leaves a husband, father, mother, 3 sisters and 3
brothers. Funeral was at the M. E. Church. Democrat 6-15-1893
Cleland Samuel J, who formerly resided in this vicinity, passed away
October 26 at his late home in Amarillo, Tex., aged 65 years, 9 months and 27
days. Funeral was at Albion Sunday. Burial, Albion Cemetery. Democrat 11-6-1927
Clemens Sarah was a daughter of Dr. John and Lydia Rathbone and was born
near Mechanicsburg, Ohio May 27, 1817 and died near Albion, Ind. April 26, 1903,
aged 85 years, 10 months and 29 days. At the age of 11 she joined the Methodist
Episcopal Church. She married Luke H. Clemens on January 15, 1833. He died 11
years ago. They removed to their home in this county in 1845. Through her
efforts the M. E. Church at Summit was organized. Daily Record 4-26-1903
Click Solomon, on Tuesday morning of last week, an employee in the saw
mill of Moore Bros. One and one-half miles southeast of Cromwell, while
adjusting a belt, in some manner was caught in the main shafting and he was
wound up tightly in the rapidly revolving machinery. As soon as he was
discovered the machinery was stopped and he was taken to this home where medial
aid was summoned but he died within a few hours. He was aged 57 years, one month
and 25 days. He left a wife and several grown children. Funeral was at the
Sparta Church last Thursday. Burial, Sparta Cemetery. Democrat 12-1-3-1900
Cline Laura (Ramer) was born in Ripley, Brown County, Ohio, July 6, 1873
and died near Angola, January 12, 1903, aged 29 years, 6 months and 6 days. She
was of a family of 12, 8 boys and 4 girls, of Germany parentage. When fourteen
years old she moved with her parents to Noble County. On August 27, 1887 she
married William Cline. To them were born 3 boys and 2 girls, the last a daughter
only 2 days old died an hour before its mother and both sleep together in the
same casket. She joined the Christian Church 3 years ago. Funeral was at the
Methodist Church, Angola yesterday. She was a sister of Albert and Jacob Ramer
of Elkhart Twp and Mrs. John Schott of Brimfield. Noble Democrat
1-22-1903
Clingerman Andrew Jackson, 68, died at his home 2 miles south of Cromwell
on November 2. He was kicked in the chest by a horse on Wednesday previous to
his demise but his injuries were not thought to be critical. He is survived by a
wife, 2 sons and 2 daughters. Obsequies were held on Thursday. Democrat
11-9-1914
Clingerman Annie C, 71, died in the home of at Columbia City of her
daughter, Mrs. Cletus Shoda, Sunday. She attended the local Church of the
Nazarene. Survivors include the husband, Nathan; the daughter; a son, John,
Churubusco; 6 grandchildren; 3 great-grandchildren; and a sister. Rites will be
Wednesday at Krider Funeral Home. Burial, Christian Chapel Cemetery. 2-3-1957
Clingerman Elizabeth, 81, died November 22, 1899; residence, south of
Cromwell; birthplace, Pennsylvania. Burial, Salem Cemetery November 24, 1899.
11-22-1899
Clingerman Lily May, daughter of Franklin and Ada Clingerman of Noble
Twp, was born September 2, 1897 and died October 9, 1899, aged 2 years, one
month and 7 days. She leaves father, mother and 2 sisters. This is the second
child of theirs to die this year. Funeral was at Christian Chapel. Burial,
Christian Chapel Cemetery. Albion Democrat 10-19-1899
Clingerman William, 55, Churubusco laborer, was instantly killed on
Tuesday, being crushed to death by a falling tree. Mr. Clingerman, his son,
Melvin, and William Wolf, were cutting timber on the David Nickey farm southwest
of Churubusco for Oscar Gandy. The cut had been made so it would fall to the
north and Clingerman started to run to the east, but the tree fell in the same
direction he was running. The body was horribly crushed. He was a native of
Noble County, a resident of Churubusco for 16 years and a member of the United
Brethren Church. He is survived by a wife, the former Jane Kister; 3
children, Melvin, Nathan and Zelma at home; a mother, Rebecca Clingerman of
Ligonier; 2 brothers, James of Whitley County and Frank of Ormas; sisters, Mrs.
Della Reed of Ligonier, Mrs. Duisa Heubner of Mentone, Mrs. Sarah Hilton of
Bourbon, Mrs. Elizabeth Wheeler of Ormas and Mrs. Henry Weade of South
Bend. Obsequies were held on Friday. Burial, Christian Chapel Cemetery. Democrat
1-2-1913
Clinton Daniel, 77, died instantly this morning, March 9, from
self-inflicted gunshot wounds at his home in Green Twp. He used a shot gun. He
was sitting in a chair and apparently had held the gun close to his right temple
as he pulled the trigger. Mrs. Clinton was in bed upstairs at the time of the
shooting. The widow and 2 daughters, one in Green Twp and the other in Fort
Wayne, survive. Democrat 3-11-1926
Close Elizabeth died at the residence of her niece, Mrs. Frederick
Gappinger in Albion, April 11, 1884, aged 74 years 5 months and 14 days. Her
maiden name was Kimmell. She was born in Westmoreland County, Pa. She was first
married to Ezekiel Silver in Stark County, O. After his death she married
Charles Close of Carroll County, O. She was again left a widow and brought to
this town about one year ago by her niece. She had been a member of the
Methodist Church 50 years. Funeral was at the place of her niece. Democrat
4-16-1884
Clouse Daisy Belle, oldest daughter of Harry B. and Nancy E. Clouse, was
born in Green Twp July 8, 1896 and died at Garrett, Ind. as the result of an
operation April 5, 1915, being 18 years, 8 months and 27 days of age. She had
been ill with Bright’s disease and mastoiditis developed. She was one of a
family of 5 children. Her parents, Grandfather Wright and Grandmother Clouse
survive. She was a member of the United Brethren Church at Green Center.
Obsequies were held at the Merriam Chapel. Burial, Chapel Cemetery. New
Era 4-7-1915
Clucas Henry C died January 21, 1900 of phthisis; aged 49 years, 2 months
and 14 days; residence, Noble County; single; farmer; birthplace, Ohio. Burial,
Sparta Cemetery January 23. Democrat 1-25-1900
Cluff - A Child of C. Cluff’s died a short time since of whooping
cough. New Era 12-28-1876
Coats Elizabeth died in a hospital in Traverse City, Mich. last Tuesday
of tuberculosis, aged about 74. The remains were taken to the home of her son,
Norman Mawhorter, ½ mile east of Wawaka. Obsequies were held in the Cosperville
Free Baptist Church Sunday. Burial, Cosperville Cemetery. Democrat 4-26-1909
Coats Laura (Jaquays) was born in Cuyahoga County, Ohio, October 4, 1823
and died at the home of her son, E. F. Coats in Albion June 19, 1904, aged 80
years, 8 months and 15 days. In the fall of 1840 she married Justin Coats and to
this union one son was born, Elijah F. She came to this county with her parents
and young son in 1846, at that time there being but 2 or 3 houses in the present
town of Albion. She was a member of the Wesleyan Methodist Church. She leaves
one son, 4 grandchildren, 6 great-grandchildren and 2 sisters. Funeral was at
the Methodist Episcopal Church Tuesday. New Era 6-22-1904
Cobbs Albert, unmarried, drowned January 8, 1900, skating just off Sylvan
point, aged 27 years, 3 months and 5 days. His body was recovered in about an
hour and taken to the home of his father. Burt and his father lived alone at
Rome City. Burial, Osborn Cemetery. Democrat 1-11-1900
Cobbs Stella May was born near Butler, Ind. March 16, 1871 and died at
Rome City February 26, 1895, aged 23 years, 11 months and 10 days. She married
William F. Cobbs January 24, 1892. To this marriage was born one child, Delight,
who with a husband, father, brother, 2 sisters, several half-brothers and
sisters, remain. In 1889 she united with the M. E. Church, where funeral was
held Thursday. Burial, Osborn Cemetery. Miss Ella Barnhart of Olivet, Mich., and
Mrs. Stockwell of North Baltimore, Ohio attended the funeral of their sister. J.
S. Smurr and son, Fred, of Olivet, Mich., father and brother of Stella Cobbs,
attended the funeral. Democrat 3-7-1895
Cochran Francis died as a result of an accident. Mr. and Mrs. Cochran of
the Hawpatch were in town on Saturday and about noon started for home. When near
the residence of Mr. Francisco, some hogs in the roadside ran out and frightened
Mr. Cochran’s horse, some of the hogs running under the fractious animal which
sprang off like a dart, shied to the side of the road, throwing Mr. and Mrs.
Cochran out. Mrs. Cochran was stunned but her injuries proved to be slight. Mr.
Cochran had his breast bone badly broken and his spinal column dislocated. He
died on Sunday. Just before he passed away he called the family around him and
made his arrangements, gave directions in regard to his business. Funeral was at
Salem Chapel Tuesday afternoon. Democrat 5-14-1884
Cochran James died at his home in Milford Twp Friday of consumption.
Funeral was Sunday. New Era 5-11-1893
Cockley - John H. Cockley received on Wednesday last by telegram the
announcement that his father, whose home is in Wyandotte, Kansas, had died from
wounds inflicted by an infuriated bull. Democrat 7-25-1888
Coe Amos - Harrison Coe, wife and son, Perry, attended the funeral of his
nephew, Amos Coe, which was held in the Baptist Church in Churubusco Sunday. He
died Friday from a stroke of paralysis. He was aged 30 years, 10 months and 10
days, and leaves a wife and 2 children. Albion Democrat 5-4-1899
Coldren - Grandma Coldren died Sunday, December 2. She had a stroke of
paralysis on Wednesday of last week. Democrat 1-6-1898
Cole Abraham Green was born in Licking County, Ohio November 7, 1831 and
died near Kimmell, Ind., February 12, 1907, aged 75 years, 3 months, 9 days. He
was one of a family of 6, 4 brothers and 2 sisters. Three brothers survive - Salathiel,
Sheldon and Fred. He married Rebecca Williams on September 26, 1850. To this
union were born 5 sons and 3 daughters, 4 of whom survive, Mrs. Commodore Baker,
Mrs. Dell Hunt, Mrs. Lydia House and Fremont Cole. Mrs. Cole died August 27,
1876. On May 9, 1883 he married Cornelia A. Harkins. To this union was born one
son, Merritt, of Kimmell. He was a member of the Methodist Episcopal Church.
Funeral was at Kimmell. Burial, Pleasant Valley Cemetery. Kimmell Enterprise
2-15-1907
Cole Alice May, youngest daughter of Elmer E. and Cora E. Cole, was born
in Jefferson Twp July 6, 1902; died at their home in York Twp Feb. 12, 1904,
aged 1 year 7 months and 6 days. She leaves a father, mother, sister, 4
grandparents, 2 great-grandparents, 7 aunts and 7 uncles. Funeral was at the
Presbyterian Church in Albion Sunday. Burial, Albion Cemetery. New Era 2-17-1904
Cole Charles, son of Frederick and Lydia Cole, was born in York Twp on
September 22, 1869 and died at the Lutheran Hospital, Fort Wayne on April 1,
1938 following a month’s illness from an operation for strangulated hernia.
His entire life was spent in Noble County, the last 36 on his farm south of
Albion. On January 14, 1893 he married Etta Lozier, daughter of John and Helen
Lozier. To this union was born 6 children. The first died in infancy and Charles
Herbert drowned at Rome City on May 31, 1925. There is left four children: Lloyd
of Albion, Mrs. Helen Bradley of Fort Wayne, Mrs. Grace Bherns of Churubusco,
and Gilbert at home; 3 grandchildren; 2 brothers, Tom and Green of Columbia
City, and Mrs. Ida Winebrenner of Albion. 4-1-1938
Cole Frederick was born in Licking County, Ohio, January 26, 1836; and
died at his home in Noble Twp November 1, 1907, aged 71 years, 9 months and 5
days. 11-1-1907
Cole Laurin, 47, died at his home 2 miles southwest of Ligonier
Friday after a few days illness of pneumonia. Mrs. and Mrs. Cole had been
residents of Ligonier and only recently moved to their farm home. Funeral was at
Sparta Church Monday. Democrat 7-23-1925
Collett Harry G, 68, a former employee of the B & O Railroad, was
found dead at his home in Swan Twp last Friday, May 1, by Mrs. Collett. He is
survived by the widow, Cora, and a niece and a nephew, Mrs. John Thompson of
Norfolk, Va., and Ray Renneman of Garrett. Funeral was Monday from the late
home. Burial, Union Cemetery. 5-1-1942
Collins John - Cyrus Pollock, superintendent of the county asylum, called
on us Monday and informs us that he has only 28 boarders this winter, it being
the smallest number that has been in the asylum during any winter since he has
been superintendent - new nearly 4 years. Two died during the present winter -
one an Irishman named John Collins who was brought back from the state asylum 3
years ago as incurably insane. New Era 2-19-1880
Conklin Cornelia J (Stoops) was born October 24, 1828 in Washington
County, Maryland and died January 12, 1895, aged 66 years, 2 months and 18 days.
She married David Conklin December 14, 1851 and to them were born 10 children, 5
of whom preceded her in death. She leaves a husband and 5 children. Funeral was
at the M. E. Church on the 14th. Burial, Rose Hill Cemetery. Democrat
1-24-1895
Conkling John A, the son of Samuel and Charlotte (Bruce) Conkling, was
born in Ohio October 5, 1819 and departed this life January 26, 1901, aged 81
years, 3 months and 21 days. In 1836 he came with his parents from his Ohio home
to Indiana, settling in Noble Twp, Noble County, where he resided until the
removal of his parents to the west a few years later, when he removed to Sparta
Twp and worked for Robert Stone, Adam Engle and others. He helped grub on the
site of the old Ligonier Cemetery. He married Matilda Ann Todd in 1844 and to
this union were born 2 sons and one daughter, Levi, John Henry and Sarah
Margaret. The two latter survive. Levi met his death drowning July 4, 1862. In
the 70’s he removed to his late home in Green Twp. About 1850 he united with
the M. E. Church. He leaves a wife, one son, one daughter, 2 brothers, one sister, 4 grandchildren. A short service was held at the house Monday after
which the remains were taken to Byer’s Church about 3 miles west of Cromwell.
Albion Democrat 2-7- & 14, 1901.
Conley Elizabeth, wife of Harrison Conley, died at her home on Sunday,
November 25, 1888, aged 44 years, 9 months and 25 days. Funeral at Rome City.
She was a member of the U. B. Church. Burial, Osborn Cemetery. Noble News
12-5-1888
Conley Eldo, wife of Dora Conley, died last Thursday at her home one and
one half east of town from consumption. She was born in Elkhart Twp in 1873. She
moved with her parents to Orange Twp and 5 years ago married Dora Conley. To
them one little girl was born, which survives. Funeral was in the Free Baptist
Church last Saturday. Burial, Osborn Cemetery. Albion Democrat 3-16-1899
Conley T Jay, 55, local postmaster, died today in the LaGrange County
Hospital from a heat attack. He was born Jun 26, 1902 and was a lifelong
resident of this community. He had been postmaster here 22 years. Surviving are
the widow, Margaret; 2 sons, Richard at home and Robert near Rome City; 2
daughters, Mrs. Phyllis Buttermore, Auburn, and Mrs. Mervyn Minichillo, Elkhart;
10 grandchildren; and a half-brother, Ray Haviland, Niles, Mich. 12-11-1957
Conlogue William F Mrs. ,65, died at her home in Allen Twp two and one-half
miles southeast of Kendallville Thursday. She was born in July 1842 in Macomb
County, Michigan, a daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. John C. Billings of Swan
Twp, who were pioneers of Noble County. She married William F. Conlogue in 1862.
She is survived by a husband one son, Pliny C. Obsequies were held at the
residence Sunday. Democrat 3-2-1908
Conner Theodore died at the home of his parents, Amos Conner and
wife, Sunday. He was about 32 years of age and leaves a wife and 2 children.
Funeral was Tuesday. Burial, Ligonier Cemetery. Democrat 7-30-1908
Conrad - The funeral of the 2-month old baby of Fay Conrad’s was held
at Merriam Christian Church on Friday of last week. Democrat 8-7-1924
Conrad - The 6-year old daughter of John Conrad, residing several miles
south of Wawaka, was found dead in bed Wednesday morning. She had been sick for
some time but nothing serious was apprehended. Albion Democrat 5-18-1899
Conrad - Mr. Conrad of Sparta Twp died at his home Wednesday morning from
the effect of being kicked in the stomach by a horse several weeks ago. His age
was about 21 years. Democrat 5-13-1891
Conrad George W died at his home in York Twp November 22, aged 52 years,
5 months and 6 days. Funeral at Sparta with Masonic ceremonial in Sparta
Cemetery. Nearly 1000 people attended. Noble County Democrat 11-28-1888
Conrad Jacob was born in Wood County, Virginia, January 15, 1812, and
died at his home near Cosperville July 10, 1899, aged 87 years, 6 months and 25
days. He settled in Noble County in 1837. He had been a sufferer with cancer in
his face. He was a brother of Mrs. Matilda Henderson of this city. Funeral was
Tuesday. Burial, Cosperville Cemetery. Albion Democrat 7-13-1899
Conrad Jacob Mrs. died Friday at her home north of this place. Funeral
was at the residence on Sunday. Burial at Ligonier. Democrat 2-5-1903
Conrad Simon Mrs., 49, died at a convalescent home in Kendallville last
Monday from pneumonia and complications. American 5-28-1942
Cook - A child of Mr. Cook died in York Twp June 20, 1883. Democrat
6-27-1883
Cook - wife of the galvanizer at the Flint & Walling Shops, died
Monday. Democrat 12-7-1893
Cook - mother of John Cook was buried at Cosperville Saturday. Democrat
3-8-1897
Cook - The 6-year old son of Williard Cook and wife of near Eddy,
LaGrange County, died June 3 of diphtheria. Mr. Cook formerly resided near the
Union school house in Elkhart Twp. Albion Democrat 6-15-1899
Cook Bell, 22, died of consumption at Granbury, Texas May 6, 1880. She
left Albion for Texas in December 1878. She was the only daughter of James and
Rebecca Cook, both of whom died in Albion while she was in early infancy. She
was a niece of Samuel N. Woodruff of Albion. She was reared by her aunt, Anna J.
Douglas. She was a member of the Presbyterian Church of Granbury. New Era
5-13-1880
Cook Glenn O, 23, son of Mrs. Harriett Cook of Mishawaka, died at his
home in that city last Tuesday of tuberculosis. He was born in Mentone, Ind.
July 13, 1891 and was married to Lola Zerbe at Warsaw, March 4, 1914. He is
survived by the wife, an infant daughter, a mother and 4 brothers. He had been
bookkeeper at the Stephenson Mfg. Co. at South Bend. Burial Sparta Cemetery.
Democrat 3-8-1915
Cook Harvey, formerly of this place, but who accompanied his brother to
Ill., died at that place a short time since. Democrat 4-9-1884
Cook Mary E, 62, died at her home in Elkhart Twp December 13, 1907.
12-13-1907
Cook Roy, 7, son of W. H. Cook who lives near Wolcottville, died from
typhoid fever last week. He was the grandson of Mrs. Matilda Henderson of this
city. Democrat 11-25-1897
Cook William H died at his residence in Wolcottville Monday of a
complication of diseases, aged 56 years, 10 months and 11 days. He was a son of
Mrs. Matilda Henderson and a brother of Ed Cook of this city. For a number of
years he resided in Elkhart Twp about 2 miles east of Cosperville. He leaves a
wife, 4 sons, one daughter. Obsequies were held at Green Chapel west of
Wolcottville Wednesday. Democrat 5-28-1903 He was born in Ohio August 14, 1846
and departed this life May 25, 1903. He came to Noble County about 38 years ago.
He married Sarah E. Turner December 1, 1869 and to this union was born 5 sons,
James M., Williard A., Charles W, Clarence L, and William G. His wife died June
2, 1884. He was married to Barbara M. Longfellow December 13, 1895. To this
union 2 children were born, Jennie E. and Roy L. Clarence and Roy preceded him
in death. They moved to LaGrange County March 8, 1890 and lived on a farm. They
retired from farming and removed to Wolcottville March 18, 1902. He leaves his
wife, 4 sons, one daughter, mother, one brother and 6 grandchildren. In 1901 he
united with the Wesleyan Methodist Church at Green Chapel. Burial, Green Chapel
Cemetery. Democrat 6-4-1903
Cook William Omar was born in Missouri October 28, 1857 and died at his
home in Albion June 13, 1908, aged 57 years, 7 months and 8 days. 6-13-1908
Cooley Merritt Frank, the son of Frank and Manda Cooley, died at the home
of his parents west of Swan one week ago Sunday night and was buried at Hopewell
last Wednesday. 12-27-1903
Coon Franklin died in Albion on October 28, 1873 of consumption, aged 30
years, 2 months and 18 days. New Era 10-30-1873
Cooper B F Mrs. died at her home near Ormas March 8, 1902, aged 66 years
and 7 months. She leaves a husband and 2 foster children, Lewis Stark of Chicago
and Miss Ida Breninger. Funeral was at the Free Baptist Church of which she was
a member. Burial, Buckles Cemetery. Democrat 3-20-1902
Cooper Daniel, about 40, a farmer who lived about 6 miles from Albion in
Noble Twp near Muncie Lake, died of typhoid fever. He leaves a wife and 4
children. Burial near Jarrett’s Landing at Nine Mile Lake, Elkhart County.
Democrat 6-15-1893
Cooper Hiram P, 68, former Noble County citizen, died at his home in
Goshen Sunday. He was a retired farmer of considerable wealth. He leaves a wife
and 8 children, city engineer J. L. Cooper of Goshen, Mrs. Mary Conrad of
Goshen, Luther J. Cooper of the Hawpatch, Rev. Horatio Cooper of Brown City,
Mich., Mrs. Mary McLane of Oakryn, Penn., Mrs. Florence Neufer of Wawaka, Homer
Cooper, superintendent of the Knightstown schools, Miss Dr. Effie Cooper,
assistant in the hospital at Framingham, Mass; a number of brothers and sisters
of which he is the eldest. He was born in Sunbury, Penn. and in 1852 removed to
the Hawpatch where he resided until 1892 when he removed to Goshen. He was a
member of the Reformed Church and of Goshen Lodge No. 15, F&AM.
Cooper Janette was born September 29, 1821 at Wilson, Niagara County,
N.Y., and died February 29, 1888 in Albion, aged 66 years and 5 months. Funeral
was March 1 in the U. B. Church at Brimfield. Democrat 3-7-1888
Copeland Albert Mrs., 63, died at her home north of Wawaka Thursday from
hernia. She is survived by a daughter, Mrs. Alvin Snyder of Wawaka. She was a
member of the Cosperville Baptist Church where funeral was held Sunday. Burial,
Oak Park Cemetery. 11-29-1928
Copeland Martha, daughter of John and Sarah Copeland, was born near
Wawaka February 2, 1858 and died from complicated ailments January 2, 1918. She
leaves 3 brothers, William and Abe of Ligonier, and Albert of near Cosperville;
one niece, Miss Barbara Copeland. She was a member of the Cosperville Baptist
Church. Funeral was at the residence Saturday. Burial at Ligonier. Democrat
1-16-1918
Corbin Stanfill died at his home near Rome City June 7, 1898, aged
84 years, one month and 20 days. He was born in Culpeper County, Va., April 18,
1814. In his youth he moved to Ohio where he married Margaret Lee. They had 9
children, 3 of whom survive. On February 4, 1859 he married Harriet Weirich
and one child was born to them. He leaves a companion and 4 children. Funeral
was at Jones Chapel. Burial, Green Cemetery. Noble Democrat 6-16-1898
Corcoran Libbie died at her home in Toronto, Canada Monday. She was a
sister of Mrs. E. Walters of this city and will be remembered as Miss Libbie
Stoney, having lived in Albion during her girlhood days. Noble Democrat
4-21-1898
Corkins Hattie died at her home in Rome City January 28, 1900 of
paralysis, aged 79 years and one day. She was the mother of Mrs. James Alexander
and Mrs. E. F. Brock. Funeral was Wednesday afternoon at the M. E. Church.
Burial, Osborn Cemetery. 2-1-1900
Cornelius - Mrs., 87, living 5 miles west of town was buried at
Salem Cemetery near Ligonier on Monday of last week. Democrat 1-4-1894
Cornelius Catherine E, daughter of Samuel and Sarah Stage, was born in
Lafayette County, Ind., December 8, 1842 and died at her home in Elkhart Twp,
March 8, 1915, aged 72 years and 3 months. When quite young she moved with her
parents to where the Fairview school house now stands and afterwards to a farm
in the present site of Topeka and from there to the old Stage homestead 4 miles
north of Ligonier. She married John Cornelius on January 7, 1866 and to this
union were born 6 children, 2 preceding her in death. She leaves 2 sons, Frank
and Charles; and 2 daughters, Mrs. Rolland Nowels and Mrs. S. E. Waldron;
13 grandchildren; and 3 brothers, S. S. and L. M. Stage of Ligonier, and F. R.
Stage of Topeka. She was a member of the Free Will Baptist Church at Rome City.
Funeral was at the Methodist Episcopal Church, Ligonier. Burial, Oak Park
Cemetery. Democrat 3-22-1915
Cornell Dorothy died at her home on N. Main St. last Friday
from neuralgia of the heart. A daughter of Abram and Mary Pancake, she was born
in Ligonier on October 13, 1834. The eldest of 9 children, she was said to be
the first white child born in Noble County. She married Isaac Cornell in
Ligonier on November 7, 1861. They located near Ellsworth, Ill., where they
resided until their removal to this city in 1888. No children blessed this union
but several nieces and nephews found a home with them at various times. There
remains 4 sisters and one brother: Mrs. Mary Marker, Mrs. Naomi Falconer
and Mrs. Hattie Caldwell of Ligonier, Mrs. Pyrena Carter of Kenton, Ohio,
and Isaac N. Pancake of Baker City, Oregon. Funeral was at the Methodist Church
Sunday. Burial, Strip Cemetery in Arrowship Twp. Saybrook, Ill. Gazette.
Democrat 5-15-1901
Cornell H. R. Mrs. of Ligonier died from pneumonia at her home in that
city March 22, 1902, aged 61 years, 2 months and 15 days. Democrat 4-3-1902
Correll Mary, 85, a former pioneer and resident of Noble County for a
number of years, died at her home in Agnew, Mich., September 11. Democrat
9-23-1909
Correll William, a former resident of Noble County, died from typhoid
malaria at his home in Agnew, Michigan. New Era 4-21-1909
Cory Aaron E, son of Henry and Hannah Cory, was born in Kansas, January
28, 1855 and died at his home in Ligonier, February 2, 1914, aged 59 years and 4
days. He grew to manhood in California. In 1877, December 5 he returned to the
home of his childhood and was married to May I. Myers. To this union 4 daughters
and one son were born, one son dying in infancy. He was a miller by trade and it
was in discharging his duty that he met with the accident which resulted in his
death. He was a member of the Collamer Christian Church. He leaves a wife, one
son, 4 daughter, 5 grandchildren, 4 brothers and 4 sisters. Funeral was at the
residence. Burial, Ligonier Cemetery. Democrat 2-9-1914
Cosper George had an attack of paralysis last week from which he died
last Sunday. He was a citizen of Noble County for about 45 years and a member of
the Presbyterian Church. Funeral last Wednesday at the U. B. Church. He leaves a
wife and 4 children. Democrat 12-28-1893
Cosper Schuyler C, Brimfield, died in that place Friday of uraemic
poisoning, aged 46 years, 8 months and 20 days. For a number of years he had
lived in Kendallville where he was employed in the McCray factory. A few months
ago he moved back to Brimfield. His mother died a few months ago. He is survived
by the widow and one daughter, Mary. Obsequies were held in the U. B. Church in
Brimfield Sunday. 12-14-1924
Costin Thomas, aged citizen of Garrett, formerly of Avilla, died suddenly
Wednesday last week of heart disease. He had been in his usual health the day
before, having worked all day superintending the grading of the city park and
had retired in the evening without the slightest complain of feeling ill. He
came to DeKalb County when the B&O Railroad was being built and was
connected with the railroad for a number of years. He leaves a wife, 2 daughters
and one son. Funeral was Saturday in the Avilla Catholic Church. Democrat
8-28-1902
Coulter Caroline, wife of George Coulter of Whitley County and niece of
Mrs. Richard Williams, died last week and was buried at Christian Chapel.
Democrat 11-28-1883
Coulter James Mrs. died at her home near Round Lake in Smith Twp, Whitley
County from kidney trouble, aged 54 years, 10 months and 23 days. She is
survived by a husband; 2 sons; one brother, Alonzo Hyre; and one sister, Mrs.
Jacob Kerch. Obsequies were at Merriam Christian Chapel Wednesday. Burial,
Christian Chapel Cemetery. 6-3-1909
Couts - A child of E. V. Couts died on Sunday morning and was buried at
the Wolf Lake Cemetery. New Era 2-6-1879
Couts Benjamin died at the home of his son-in-law, James Winebrenner in
Albion of Friday of last week. Burial, Wolf Lake. 12-19-1889
Couts Guy O, 22, a son of Cassius Couts, died March 25 from an abscess on
the brain. He had been employed in his father’s barber shop. Surviving are the
father, stepmother, a brother and a sister. Burial, Sparta Cemetery. 4-3-1924
Couts Lulu, 69, died May 19, 1957 at her home in Marion from carcinoma.
She was a native of Albion but had lived in Marion for the past 20 years where
she and her husband, Ira Couts, operated an office supply store. She was a
charter member of Chicago Chapter No. 1, OES and the BPW Club in Marion.
Surviving are the husband and one sister, Mrs. Edna Johnson of Albion. Funeral
Thursday at Bonham & Miser Funeral Home. Burial, Rose Hill Cemetery.
5-19-1957
Covell Sarah Matilda died January 28, 1900 of congestion of lungs; aged
53 years and 5 months; residence, Kendallville; housewife. Burial, Lake View
Cemetery. 1-28-1900
Coverstone Samuel of this township last week while working in a clearing
was seriously poisoned by poison ivy and used an antidote which contained lye,
which was fatal. He left a wife and 5 children, the eldest 13 and the youngest
one year and 1 day. Democrat 3-27-1924
Cox Joseph Mrs. died Saturday at her home in this place, about 73 years
of age. She leaves a husband, one daughter one brother, one sister and 7
grandchildren. Funeral was at the school house Monday. Burial, Lisbon Cemetery.
Democrat 2-26-1903
Cox Joseph S, clerk of Noble County, died at Three Rivers, Michigan,
where he had gone some weeks previous for the benefit of his health. His remains
were brought to Kendallville, his former home, for interment. New Era 6-15-1876
Coyle Glenn T died at her home on N. Line St., Columbia City, Wednesday
from typhoid fever. She is supposed to have contracted the disease while nursing
Miss Ada Brown. She was the second daughter of the late Dr. W. H. Coyle and was
born in this county near Hecla. She was 25 years, 1 month and 8 days of age and
has been following the vocation of nurse in Chicago. Funeral will be held from
the house. Burial, Salem Cemetery. New Era 2-24-1904
Coyle William H, a Whitley County physician, died at his home in Columbia
City Wednesday, aged 62 yeas, 4 months and 12 days. He practiced medicine at
Hecla since 1878 until 3 years ago. He leaves a wife, one son and 3 daughters.
He enlisted as a musician in Company K, 88th Indiana Regiment in 1862
and served until 1865. He was a member of the Masonic Lodge and of the Troy
Presbyterian Church. Democrat 8-6-1903
Craft James, 68, of Kendallville, died Tuesday at the county infirmary
from erysipelas. Burial, Wright’s Cemetery. Democrat 4-3-1924
Crago James, 41, a former resident of Noble County, died in McCune,
Crawford County, Kansas, September 6, 1901. He was a brother-in-law of
Frank Hull and was a native of Defiance County, Ohio. He settled in this
county in his youth where he continued to reside until 1878, when he went to
Kansas, where he has since lived. Democrat 9-26-1901
Craig Burt died in this city Sunday night and was buried Wednesday.
Democrat October 11, 1894
Craig Harry, 41, died at the home of his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Ira Craig,
north of Kendallville last Wednesday from walking typhoid fever. He had lived in
Kendallville all his life where he worked as a mason. About 3 months ago he and
his wife went to Detroit where he intended working at his trade, but becoming
ill, he returned to Kendallville. Surviving are his parents; one brother, Roy of
Battle Creek, Mich.; one sister, Mrs. C. L. Wert of Kendallville; and a stepson,
Robert Shade of Detroit. Mrs. Craig was formerly Mrs. Ella Harkins of this city.
Obsequies were last Friday at the Kendallville Presbyterian Church. Burial, Lake
View Cemetery. Democrat 2-5-1917
Cramer - The infant child of Frank Cramer was buried in the Catholic
Cemetery on Monday last. New Era 3-21-1906
Cramer - Mrs., an aged lady, died at her residence (the old Growcock
place) last week and at her request was buried in the door-yard. Democrat
4-23-1884
Cramer Samuel departed this life on February 17 at his home at Garrett.
He was engineer on the B & O Railroad. He leaves a wife and one child. The
remains were laid to rest in Swan Cemetery by the Brotherhood of Engineers.
Democrat 2-28-1895
Cramer Samuel died from dropsy at the county infirmary of Whitley County
June 6, 1905, aged 75 years, 9 months and 14 days. He resided at Auburn until a
few years ago. He leaves 5 sons and 3 daughters. Mrs. Charlotte Hanlon of LaOtto
and Mrs. Elizabeth Owen of Green Twp were his daughters. Democrat 6-15-1905
Cramer Sarah E, wife of Ephriam Cramer of Jefferson Twp died at
Indianapolis February 7, 1880 of catarrh in the head. She had been taken to the
asylum for the insane from this county a week or 2 ago. She was the daughter of
Daniel Hines of this vicinity. She leaves a boy and a girl. Burial, Jefferson
Union Grave Yard. New Era 2-19-1880
Cramer W S Mrs., died in a sanitarium where she had been receiving
treatment for some time. Her husband was cashier of the Albion National Bank.
She also leave one son, Paul, a student in Heidelberg University at Tiffin,
Ohio. Obsequies in Toledo. Democrat 10-25-1909
Crandell Sylvia Maria, daughter of Charles Crandall and wife of
near Wolf Lake, died from acute dysentery September 3, 1902, aged 2 years, 3
months and 11 days. Funeral was in the United Brethren Church Friday. Burial,
Albion Cemetery. Democrat 9-11-1902
Crandell Toy Mary, daughter of Charles Crandell and wife, died
Sunday, aged one year, 3 months and 23 days. Funeral was in the Free Baptist
Church Tuesday. Burial, Albion Cemetery. Democrat 6-15-1899
Craven - A child of E. E. Craven of Brimfield died last week. Democrat
1-28-1891
Craven - A child of Mr. and Mrs. Albert Craven was buried at Sweet
Cemetery last Thursday. Democrat 1-28-1891
Craven Charles Osben died Monday of last week in Brimfield. He was
born in Morrow County, Ohio 64 years ago; came to Noble County in 1852; and was
married in 1853. His wife died 10 years ago. He leaves one son and 6 daughter to
mourn. Funeral in Albion at U. B. Church. Democrat 2-15-1894
Crawford Earl, 57, died at the county infirmary. He came to the
institution from Kendallville. The remains were interred in the county infirmary
cemetery Monday. Democrat 5-10-1909
Crawford Thomas was a resident of Washington Twp. He came to Indiana in
1838 and settled near Benton in Elkhart County. At the time of his settlement in
Indiana he was married. In 1840 his wife returned to her former home in Preble
County, Ohio, where she was taken sick and died, leaving him with 2 children.
One is dead, the other is the wife of Jeremiah Chiddister. He was again
married and by his second wife had 6 children, 2 are living. His widow survives
and is living on the farm left by him. He had accumulated a competence and
leaves his family in good circumstances. He was a prudent farmer. He was born in
Pennsylvania October 10, 1810, moved to Preble County, Ohio, in 1815, where he
lived until he came to Indiana. He lived in the west part of Noble County in
1843, then settled in Washington Twp where he died in April 1886, being over 75
years of age. He was a member of the Lutheran Church. Democrat 6-16-1886
Creager Perry D Mrs. and child, died in Kendallville September 26, 1888,
aged about 24 years. Funeral at the M. E. Church, Albion. Burial, Albion
Cemetery
Cress Chauncy Albert, son of D. H. and Theresa Cress, died August 28,
aged one year, one month and 16 days. New Era 9-2-1880
Cress Henry Daniel, carpenter of Cromwell committed suicide Saturday
night by taking morphine. He was born in Stark County, Ohio January 13, 1847 and
died August 29, 1909, aged 62 years, 7 months and 16 days. He came to Noble
County in an early day. He married Theresa Conner September 11, 1868 and to this
union were born 8 sons and 3 daughters, of which 3 sons and one daughter
preceded him in death. His companion, 5 sons and 2 daughters remain. He enlisted
for service in the Civil War in February 1865 in Company B, 152nd
Indiana Regiment and was honorably discharged with his regiment in August 1865.
He resided the greater part of his life in Noble County. Obsequies were held at
the late residence Tuesday. Burial, Ligonier Cemetery. Noble Democrat 9-2-1909
Cribbs Archie B, only child of Mr. and Mrs. George Cribbs of Albion, died
on Monday of scarlet fever, aged 4 years, 11 months and 4 days. Funeral at the
residence Tuesday. Burial, Lisbon Cemetery. New Era 4-5-1877
Crispell Dulcina died at her home on S. Oak St. Monday. Her brother,
William, coming home for supper found her lying on the floor unconscious. She
had been afflicted somewhat with heart trouble. She lived in York Twp until
about 2 years ago when she moved to Albion with her brother. She was a member of
the Presbyterian Church and Worden Relief Corps. Funeral at Presbyterian Church.
Burial, Albion Cemetery. Democrat 5-29-1902
Crofoot Archie M, 60, native and for many years resident of Kendallville,
died in Milwaukee. Surviving are the widow; one son of Milwaukee; and one
sister, Mrs. Laura Rosenbury of Kendallville. Democrat 12-8-1938
Crofoot Archie Mrs. of Jefferson Twp, died in the Hope Hospital in Fort
Wayne last Friday, aged about 37 years. About 3 weeks ago she underwent an
operation, but it did not save her life. She is survived by a husband and 4
children. Democrat 12-20-1909
Croft Benjamin F first saw the light of day near Mansfield, Richland
County, Ohio, on May 30, 1848; and died at his Albion home on May 5, 1908, aged
59 years, 11 months and 5 days. He was the son of Benjamin and Mary (Buckingham)
Croft, the father a native of England and the mother a native of Maryland, but
of English ancestry. The senior Mr. Croft was a manufacturer of woolen goods and
operated a woolen factory at Lexington, Ohio, for a number of years. Our subject
for four years operated a sawmill for the manufacture of lumber in his native
county. In the early seventies he went to Michigan where he was engaged in the
manufacture of lumber. He then came to Albion where he married Lucy E. Thomas,
daughter of Zachariah and Elizabeth (Bruce) Thomas of Jefferson Twp in 1870. He
is survived by his wife; one sister, Mrs. Orchord of Toledo, Ohio; 3 brothers,
John of Nashville, Tenn., Adam and Elias of Johnsville, Ohio. Obsequies were
held at the residence. Burial, Albion Cemetery. Democrat 5-14-1908
Croft Evangeline, daughter of Josiah and Effie Croft, was born August 16,
1890 in Noble County. She attended Albion public school until age 15 at which
time she went to the girls’ school at Indianapolis. She died June 4, 1910 at
the City Hospital, Indianapolis, where she had undergone an operation for
appendicitis. Surviving are her father and mother; grandmother, Mrs. Carrier;
sister Pearl of Indianapolis and brother Peter of Albion. New Era 6-8-1910
Crone Daniel J, a former Kendallville boy, died of fever in South Africa,
August 5. He was a member of the Canadian Mounted rifles. Democrat 8-23-1900
Crossley Solomon was born March 4, 1821 in Pennsylvania near old
Philadelphia. He with his parents moved to Tiffin, Seneca County, Ohio in which
place he was married November 24, 1844 to Susannah Gault. In 1847 he with his
wife and 2 children moved to DeKalb County about 5 miles east of Kendallville.
In 1849 they moved to Kendallville, where he has lived till his death, November
26, 1888, 67 years 8 months and 22 days old. His wife died Jun 16, 1887. He
leaves 4 children and 9 grandchildren. The first 11 years in Kendallville he
clerked in a dry goods store. In 1860 he was elected sheriff of Noble County and
served in that office for 2 years. In 1863 he went into the U. S. Army as sutler
in the 149th Regiment. Since then he has clerked for several parties.
He was a member of the Methodist Episcopal Church. Noble News 12-5-1888
Crothers - Charles Reidenbach and wife attended the funeral of the latter’s
sister, Mrs. Crothers near Ligonier Thursday. Wolf Lake Trolley 4-25-1907
Crothers - Mr. and Mrs. Edward Crothers are mourning the loss of their
only child, a little girl of 4 who died of diphtheria August 1. Democrat
8-8-1888
Crothers Orpha May, daughter of Lyman and Lizzie Crothers, was born
October 13, 1887 and died August 2, 1888, age 9 months and 13 days. Noble
Democrat 8-15-1888
Crothers Pearl, 79, of R. 1, Kokomo, formerly of Noble County, died
Tuesday in St. Joseph’s Hospital, Kokomo. She was a member of the United
Church of Christ, Kimmell. Surviving are a son, Harry of Fort Wayne; another
son; 2 daughters; a sister; 13 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren.
Services will be in the Stout Funeral Home, Russiaville. Burial, South Union
Cemetery near Kokomo. 11-4-1969
Crow John Mrs., 57, of Churubusco, who left the first of November with
her daughter, Miss Juanita Crow, for Lyn Haven, Florida, died there Tuesday from
heart trouble and complications. Two other daughters survive, Mrs. Man Herron
and Mrs. Evan Pence both of Churubusco. Her maiden name was Jane Bonar, born in
Noble County, and her brothers surviving are Chauncey and David of Oregon,
Richard of Churubusco and Seth and Gert of Noble County. She was a member of the
Baptist Church at Churubusco. The remains will be sent back to Churubusco for
interment. 11-17-1914
Crow Sophena J died in Green Twp January 17, leaving a husband and 5
children. New Era 2-4-1886
Crum Gracie, daughter of Levi and Mary Crum, living one mile northwest of
Brimfield, died August 22, 1889, aged 1 year, 4 months and 16 days. Funeral at
the Brimfield Church Saturday. Democrat 8-28-1889
Cullers Lamon Mrs. died at her home in Richland Twp, Whitley County last
Thursday from tuberculosis, aged 33 years, 5 months and 27 days. She is survived
by a husband and 5 children ranging in age from 5 years to 14; 5 brothers and 2
sisters, Mrs. John Hanlon and Mrs. Jefferson Owen of near Avilla.
Obsequies were held last Sunday at the Thorncreek Baptist Church. Burial, Slough
Cemetery. Democrat 8-6-1908
Culver - a 5-year old daughter of Lewis Culver living 5 miles northwest
of here died last Saturday morning. New Era 2-11-1886
Culver Lewis, who was injured several weeks ago while driving a load of
hay out of a barn at his home, died from the result of the injuries Monday.
Albion Democrat 1-10-1901
Cummings Julia, 73, mother of Mrs. Christ Forker, died at her home
southwest of Kendallville last Friday. Democrat 12-20-1900
Cunningham Clinton Marion (Ted), 54, operator of the Main Cigar Store in
Kendallville died of a coronary thrombosis Tuesday in McCray Hospital. He was
taken there after falling from the front steps of a brother-in-law and sister,
Mrs. and Mrs. Kenneth Blech Sunday. Survivors besides the sister are 2 brothers,
Paul, this city, and John; and 2 sisters, Mrs. Marguerite Frymier, this city;
and Ms. Martha Maenhout, South Bend. Rites will be Thursday at A. J. Berhalter
Co. Funeral Home. Burial, Lake View Cemetery. 12-27-1955
Cunningham James was born on the Atlantic Ocean April 19, 1824. He
located in Noble County in 1842. In 1850 he married Mary Ann Nichols, who died
1856. He married March 31, 1859 Amanda Gaff, who survives. To the first
union were born 3 children, Louis, Isabelle (wife of James McDaniel) and
Mary Ann (deceased wife of Calvin Ditmer). To the second union were born 7
children - 2 of whom died in 1864 and 2 in 1870. The remaining are Annetta, wife
of Irving Haney; Ida, wife of Melvin Winebrenner; and Cassie, wife of Steven
Hawk. He died October 1, 1903, aged 79 years, 5 months and 12 days. 10-1-1903
Curry Andrew was born in Path Valley, Franklin County, Penn. August 28,
1802 and died at the home of Lambert McFarland, Jefferson Twp,
April 13, 1900, aged 97 years, 7 months and 15 days. His father was born in
Ireland, county of Antrim, town of Belamony, May 12, 1760 and came to
Philadelphia in 1774. His mother was born in a revolutionary camp at Wilmington,
Delaware in 1774. he came to Westville, Ohio in 1832 where he remained until
1842, then removed to Noble County. About 1863 he removed to Logan County,
Illinois, where he lived about 16 years. Since then he has lived with his
daughter, Mrs. Barhan and granddaughter, Mrs. McFarland. He was married to
Frances Long in 1826 and Adessa Long in 1837 and Elizabeth Graham in 1857. He
was the father of 9 children, 3 of whom are living, Mary Barhan of near
Kendallville; Elizabeth Grooves, Atlanta, Illinois; and Elemine Cole, Lakota,
N.D. He had living 18 grandchildren; 5 great-grandchildren and 3
great-great-grandchildren. He has one brother, Oliver, living in Oklahoma. He
was a member of the Methodist Episcopal Church for about 80 years and for a time
one of its local ministers. Funeral was at the Cosperville F. B. Church with
burial in the nearby cemetery. Democrat 4-19-1900
Curry Elizabeth Mrs., living with Mrs. Trump, died on Wednesday, the 5th,
aged 84. Mrs. Jane Henry attended her funeral last Friday. Democrat 2-13-1890
Cutler J A, a former citizen of Albion, died of consumption at his home
in Green Twp Sunday. Funeral was at Charter Oak Church Tuesday. Burial, Albion
Cemetery. Democrat 6-7-1900
Dailey John Mrs., living north of Kendallville, was found dead in
bed Friday morning. Coroner found cause of death was heart disease. Noble County
Democrat 9-9-1897
Dallas George, of near Dallas Lake, died at Fort Wayne Wednesday morning
of pneumonia. He leaves a widow and 2 children. Democrat 4-18-1929
Dallas James died at his home 2 and ½ miles west of Wolcottville last
Friday of a complication of diseases. He was afflicted with paralysis for 2
years. He was a member of the Baptist Church at Eddy and of the Masonic Lodge of
Wolcottville. Obsequies were last Sunday at Jones Chapel. Burial, Green Chapel
Cemetery. Democrat 1-14-1909
Dallas John A, who resided in Wolcottville and vicinity the greater
portion of his lifetime, died at his home in Chicago September 13 of cancer of
the bowels, aged 45 years and 22 days. He is survived by a wife, 3 daughters,
one son, a mother and a sister. The remains were brought to Wolcottville for
interment. New Era 9-19-1906
Dancer - A little child of F. Dancer’s died Sunday morning of cholera
infantum. It will be buried Monday at Auburn. Noble Democrat 8-7-1902
Dancer - The 15-months old son of Jesse Dancer and wife of DeKalb County
choked to death Sunday morning, it is supposed from a peanut shell or a scrap of
paper which it picked from the floor. Democrat 3-1-1900
Danner Frank was past 86 at the time of his death and died from the
natural wear and tear from hard labor and old age. Lee Danner and wife attended
the funeral at Ligonier on Wednesday last week. Democrat 8-2-1900
Danner Mabel Hannah, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Fred Danner, was born in
York Twp April 21, 1907; died in the Elkhart Hospital December 1, 1924, aged 17
years, 7 months and 10 days. She was a member of the junior high school class of
Wawaka. She leaves the parents; 2 brothers, Willie and Elmer; and 2 sisters,
Clara and Luella. Funeral was at the M. E. Church in Wawaka. Burial, Ligonier
Cemetery. Democrat 12-11-1924
Darling - The little child, about 6 weeks old, of Mr. and Mrs. Fred
Darling died Monday from spinal fever. Burial, Albion Cemetery. Democrat
9-21-1893
Darling - Fred Darling went to Garrett Monday to attend the funeral of
his brother who was killed in a collision on the B&O Railroad near Chicago
Saturday night. Democrat 9-21-1893
Darr David, 83, one of the pioneers of Elkhart County, died from heart
disease at his home in Goshen on Wednesday of last week. He leaves a wife, 5
daughters and 2 sons. He was the father of Mrs. Thomas Prickett of Ligonier.
Democrat 7-31-1902
Davault Commanche, better known as Jim, was born April 27, 1879 and died
February 17, 1904, aged 24 years, 9 months and 20 days. He got into trouble last
Friday night and had a fight with Joseph Estlick. Both men were said to be
intoxicated and Jim stayed out about all night and was taken home to his sister,
Mrs. Len Lemons, when it was learned that he had been badly stabbed and his
entrails were hanging out. Drs. Nye and Gants were summoned and he was given the
best of care. Miss Miller, of Albion, an experienced nurse, was called and
worked hard to keep the slender thread of life from being snapped. A thorough
investigation will be made as to the guilty party, this afternoon. So far no
arrests have been made. He died last night and will be buried in Byer Cemetery
Saturday. Democrat 2-25-1904
Davault Elisha, a farmer residing about 2 miles northwest of Cromwell in
Sparta Twp committed suicide July 7 by shooting himself in the head with a
revolver. Mrs. Margaret Davault, aged 53, wife of the deceased, testified as
follows: "On the 7th of July, 1899, my husband came home about 3
o’clock, having been gone all day, and said he was going to the funeral of
David Myers, who had been dead 20 years. I tried to get him to stay at home and
to get that idea out of his head. He finally said he would stay, but that if he
did, he would kill me and himself before morning. He went into his bedroom and
when I looked in in a few minutes I saw he had a pistol. I tried to get the
pistol from him but he got hold of it first. I ran out and called help. I was
just outside the house when I head a shot." He was about 70 years of age
and was quite eccentric in his habits; there is no doubt but that his mind has
been affected for several years, but it was not thought that he was dangerous. On
Wednesday he attended the funeral of his brother-in-law, Abraham Maggart who had
resided east of Syracuse and as he was viewing the remains, he exclaimed in a
voice loud enough for all to hear, "I will be the next to go."
Sometime ago application was filed in the clerk’s office for a guardian to be
appointed, but he said that if a guardian was appointed over him he would kill
himself and the application was withdrawn. It is supposed that he purchased the
revolver on the day he killed himself as his wife said that previous to that
time he did not own a revolver. He was the father of Thomas J. Davault, formerly
of this city, but now located in Claypool. Noble Democrat 7-7 & 13-1899
Davault Ida, wife of Thomas Davault, died June 3 in the hospital
at Goshen, at the age of 43 years 2 months and 23 days. She leaves 3 children.
Funeral was at the Sparta Church June 5. Burial, Sparta Cemetery. Noble Democrat
6-9-1898
Davidsen Thomas M, 57, a resident some 5 miles west of here in York Twp,
died Thursday in the VA Hospital at Danville, Ill. He was a veteran of WW I.
Surviving are the widow, Alvene; a daughter, Mrs. Earl Beckley, R. 4, Albion; 2
sons, Robert of Ligonier and Harold of Albion; his mother, Mrs. Ingebord
Davidsen, Garner, Ill.; 8 grandchildren; a brother John of Milford; and 3
sisters, Mrs. Margaret Peterson of Erie, Ill., Mrs. Esther Kingman, Gardner, and
Mrs. Hilda Sabou, Dwight, Ill. Military rites have been slated at Albion Post
246, American Legion, and Post 6413, VFW. Services at St. Mark’s Lutheran
Church Sunday. Burial, Sparta Cemetery. 3-3-1955
Davidson Ida May was buried Sunday afternoon. Democrat 1-6-1898
Davis Clarence, about 18, son of Hiram Davis, a farm and old resident of
Troy Twp, Whitley County, committed suicide at Columbia City by throwing himself
in front of the westbound Wabash train near the depot Monday. He was for some
time past an attentive admirer of Miss Artie Phillips of Wolf Lake, to whom he
paid diligent court. Last Sunday night he hired a livery team and drove to her
residence intending to take her out for drive. She declined his offer, saying
she had another engagement with a rival of his and stated further that she would
have to refuse accepting any further attentions from him. He brooded over his
trouble, stayed up all night and ended his life in a truly romantic manner the
next morning. Democrat 7-15-1897
Davis Edwin Mrs., of Brimfield, died at her home Wednesday, aged 56
years, 3 months and 12 days. She was the mother of Mrs. Nathan Alvord of
Orrville, Ohio. Funeral will be in the M. E. Church in Brimfield Friday. Burial,
Salem Cemetery. Democrat 9-6-1900
Davis Eli was born in Green Twp August 29, 1875. He died of typhoid fever
at his home in this city August 11, 1897, aged 21 years, 11 months and 13 days.
Funeral will be Friday. Democrat 8-12-1897
Davis Esther S (Hill), 54, died June 27, 1899, aged 54 years, 5 months
and 12 days. When she was quite young her parents moved to Jefferson Twp, Noble
County. She was twice married. By her first husband 2 children were born, who
died in infancy. She was born January 15, 1845 at Cuyahoga Falls, Summit County,
Ohio. She was the widow of the late William C. Davis, former commissioner of Noble
County, to whom she was married August 19, 1877. No children were born to them
but a son was adopted who died at the age of 21. For about 8 years she has
resided in Albion in the residence she built directly south of the Lutheran
Church. Surviving are a brother, Morris Hill of Kansas; and a stepdaughter, Mrs.
Mina Fogle of Missouri. She was a member of the Lutheran Church where funeral
was held June 19. Burial, Albion Cemetery. Albion Democrat 6-29-1899 &
7-6-1899
Davis John, whose home is at Fenville, Michigan, came to this place 2
weeks ago to visit his father, J. L. Davis. Soon after he took sick and died of
consumption last Friday. He leaves a wife and 3 children. Funeral was at the
Salem Church. Burial, Salem Cemetery. Albion Democrat 2-7-1901
Davis Juanita E, infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Edward Davis, was born
June 14, 1908 and died at the home of her parents in Kalamazoo, Mich., May 4,
1909, aged 10 months and 20 days. Mrs. Davis is the daughter of the late Rev. W.
H. Mawhorter. Funeral was at the Cosperville Free Baptist Church. Relatives from
a distance were the parents and grandmother, Mrs. A. Lanning, the aunt of the
child, and her daughter Mrs. Lucy Faux and baby Alberta of Portland, Indiana.
Burial, Cosperville Cemetery. New Era 5-13-1909
Davis Lovina died at the home of Judge and Mrs. J. B. Skinner in Hebron,
Nebraska on December 1 and the funeral was on December 3. She was born in 1823
and was one of the pioneers of Noble County. Democrat 12-20-1909
Davis Lura, daughter of Oliver and Alma Frederick, was born in Albion
September 20, 1882 and died at Medford, Oklahoma, September 5, 1915, aged 32
years, 11 months and 16 days. She went to Kansas when she was 2 years old. She
was a member of the Methodist Church. She married G. H. Davis September 15, 1903
and to this union were born 2 daughters, Osee and Fern. She leaves her husband;
2 daughters; her father and mother; and 7
brothers, W. J. of Caselton, Frank of Great Bend, Walter A. of Sterling, Raymond
O., M. J., Homer and Guy of Alden. Funeral was at the Methodist Church
Wednesday, Burial, Alden Cemetery, Alden, Kansas. Democrat 9-20-1915
Davis Rebecca died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Joseph Tarlton,
July 15, aged 86 years and 20 days. She is survived by 5 daughters, 2 sons, 21
grandchildren, 25 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild. She
married Samuel Davis in 1838. He preceded her in death. She was a member of the
Methodist Episcopal Church. Burial, Eel River Cemetery. Democrat 7-15-1905
Davis William A, son of William and Nancy Davis, was born near
Morgantown, Pike County, Ohio, June 2, 1851. He died at the home of his
daughter, Mrs. Bessie Baker, Fort Wayne, Ind., November 13, 1931, at the age of
80 years, 6 months and 11 days. He married Mary E. McVay January 1, 1878. The
union was blessed with 8 children, 4 of whom with his wife and mother preceded
him in death. The four surviving children are Mrs. Bessie Baker, Fort Wayne,
Mrs. Grace Lambert, Portsmouth, O., James H. Davis, Payne, O., and Cary A.
Davis, Albion, Ind. There are 23 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren. He was a
member of the IOOF. Democrat 11-19-1931
Dean Henry Mrs. died at the residence of her son, James, last Saturday.
Last rites were said on Tuesday. Democrat 3-8-1894
Deardorff Catherine J. died January 25, 1900 of saccharine
diabetes; aged 69 years, one month and 23 days; residence, Noble Twp; widow;
birthplace, Ohio; burial, Stringtown, January 27. 1-25-1900
Deardorff Ozro C, 79, died Sunday at the LaGrange Hospital He had been
seriously ill one day. He was a retired farmer and seed corn salesman and was a
member of the Evangelical United Brethren Church. Born in Whitley County, he had
resided in the Ligonier community most of his life. Surviving are one daughter,
Mrs. Harry Damey, Ligonier; one sister, Mrs. Lena Werker, Colorado
Springs, Colo., and 3 grandchildren. Services Wednesday at Ulrey-Sedgwick
Funeral Home. Burial, Sparta Cemetery. 4-24-1955
DeCamp Samuel Mounts was born in Washington County, Pennsylvania, April
16, 1826; died October 11, 1899, aged 73 years, 5 months and 25 days. When 18
months old his parents brought him to Morrow County, Ohio, where he resided
until manhood. He married Elizabeth Easterday January 1, 1850. To this union
were born 4 sons and 3 daughters, one of which is Mrs. B. F. Easly of this city.
All the children and his wife were present at the funeral. In 1853 with wife and
one child he moved to Albion. He was a member of the U. B. Church. Funeral was
in the Rehoboth Church. Burial, Rehoboth Cemetery. Albion Democrat 10-19-1899
Decker Jonas, Ligonier, dropped dead on the streets last Thursday
while on his way to the doctor’s for a neighbor. He leaves a wife, 3 daughter,
2 sons and 3 grandchildren. Death is supposed to have been caused by apoplexy.
He was the father of Mrs. Bothwell, wife of the county clerk. Democrat
12-17-1893
Decker Jonas Mrs., Ligonier, died at her home Saturday at the age of 74.
She spent her girlhood days in LaGrange, since which time she had lived in
Ligonier. She was the mother of Mrs. F. P. Bothwell, Miss Jessie Decker and Mrs.
J. O. Slutz of Ligonier; and a sister of W. D. Rheubottom of LaGrange. Obsequies
were held at Ligonier Monday. Democrat 2-4-1915
Decker Richard Glen, 45, of R. 2, Albion, died Tuesday in Whitley County
Hospital from injuries suffered in a one-car mishap south of Albion Thursday. He
was operator of a candy store at his home on U. S. 33 southeast of Wolf Lake.
Traveling alone on a country road, his car went out of control, hit a utility
pole and smashed into a tree in the front yard at the Luther Rex residence, R.
4, Albion. He was pinned in the car which stopped about 10 feet from the front
porch of the house. Surviving are the widow, Mary Jane; a daughter, Mrs. Wilford
Young, R. 1, Albion; a son, Jeffry, at home; his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Glen O.
Decker, Wauseon, O.; a grandchildren; 2 brothers, Frank, Delta, O., and George,
Toledo; and 2 sisters, Mrs. Edgar Thompson, Wauseon, and Mrs. Paul Philo,
Maumee, O. Services Thursday at Krider Funeral Home, Churubusco. Burial, Lake
View Cemetery. 8-4-1959
Deets Mr., old pauper, who some years past deeded all his property, worth
several thousand dollars, to his son and was then driven off to take care of
himself, was found dead in the cornfield of the poor farm one day last week. His
ungrateful son died some 3 years past. Democrat 7-7-1886
DeGroff Clarence E died at the Cameron Hospital in Bryan, Oho, January 9,
1952, after suffering a cerebral hemorrhage. He is survived by his widow; 10
sons; one daughter; one sister; 2 brothers, one of which is Ralph DeGroff of
Albion; and 14 grandchildren. Funeral was at the Krill-Greenisen Funeral Home in
Bryan. Burial, Floral Grove Cemetery, West Unity. American 1-17-1952
Deibele August, 50, a lifelong resident of Kendallville, and a son of
John Deibele, died last Wednesday in a hospital in Elkhart where he was
receiving treatment for cancer. He is survived by 3 children. Obsequies were
held last Thursday in Kendallville. Democrat 1-18-1915
Deming Mary, about 80, died at her home in Ligonier Friday of a
complication of diseases. She was the widow of the late William I. Deming. She
leaves 2 stepchildren, Mrs. Milton Harrold and John Deming. Obsequies were held
Sunday. Burial, Jackson Cemetery, Elkhart County. Democrat 6-11-1903
Dempsey William Mrs. died from cancer at her home in Sparta Twp March 8,
1901, aged 62 years and 18 days. She leaves 4 children, husband having died
February 18, 1899. Burial, Sparta Cemetery. Democrat 3-21-1901
Demske Michael died at the family residence in Avilla last
Thursday. Funeral was Saturday morning at the Catholic Church. Democrat
6-14-1900
Denlar Albert J was born in the canton of Berne, Switzerland, Jun 15,
1845; died in Albion, April 10, 1888, aged 42 years, 9 months and 25 days. He
married Alice F. Frazure of Albion, December 24, 1874. His widow, 2 sons, 2
daughters and his mother survive. His first appearance in Albion was with one of
the first construction parties on the B&O line sometime in the spring of
1874. At the time of his death he was chief of the Albion fire department.
Funeral was at the Presbyterian Church on Thursday last. Burial, Albion
Cemetery. Noble Democrat 4-18-1888
Denlar Alice F was born in Albion August 5, 1859 and died in
Chicago December 3, 1907, aged 47 years, 3 months and 28 days. 12-3-1907
Denning Jenny Lind, 80, died today in the Goshen Hospital. She had been
ill 6 years. She was born July 7, 1877 south of Ligonier and was a lifelong
resident of this community. She was a member of the Methodist Church. Surviving
is a daughter, Emma Jean at home. Her husband, Clarence Denning, died in 1945.
Services Sunday in Ulrey-Sedgwick Funeral Home. Burial, Oak Park Cemetery.
11-8-1957
Dennison Abraham, 55, died at the county infirmary Monday of
pleurisy. Obsequies were held Tuesday. Burial in the County Infirmary Cemetery.
Democrat 4-29-1909
Denny - infant son of Watts P. and Annie Denny died on the 16th,
Watts Lake, aged 1 year, 2 months and 18 days. Burial, Rome City Cemetery.
Democrat 8-27-1890
Denny Belle Galbreath, wife of William Denny, died at her home in Red
Oak, Iowa, October 21. She was a native of Ligonier, Pa., where she was born in
March 1835. When 15, she moved with her parents to Noble County, Indiana, where
she married Austin King in 1856. He died in 1858. She moved to Red Oak, Iowa in
1878 where she was married to William Denny. They had lived at Shenandoah, Iowa,
Chicago and Colorado Springs but for the past 3 years had resided in Red Oak.
She is survived by the husband; one sister, Mrs. Louisa Gettamy of Red Oak; and
one brother, William Galbreath of Denver, Col. She had been a member of the
Wesleyan Methodist Church since 1857. Democrat 11-15-1909
Denny John N was born in 1834 and died at his home in Ligonier March 27,
1908, aged 73. 3-27-1908
Dent - William Dent’s little child died Sunday morning. Democrat
9-4-1902
Dent Adam, years ago a night operator here and at Cromwell, died at
Bloomington, Ill. Tuesday last. The remains were brought to Cromwell for
interment. New Era 1-3-1906
Dent Jane died one week ago Monday of paralysis at the home of her
daughter, Mrs. George Barnhart of Cromwell, aged 80 years, one month and 8 days.
She was a native of Harper’s Ferry, Virginia and came from Ohio to Noble
County in 1850. She is survived by the daughter; and one son, William of Kimmell; 6 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren. Democrat 9-23-1909
Dent William, 63, died at his home southeast of town last Wednesday. His
wife died last June. He leaves 2 daughters, Mrs. Forrest Hull of south of town
and Mrs. Maurice Wolf at home; one grandson, Robert Hull of South Bend.
Noble Democrat 3-29-1928
DePew - The infant son of David and Mary DePew died April 5. Burial,
Brimfield Cemetery. Democrat 4-21-1886
DePew Almyra (Bender) was born in Noble County April 17, 1873 and
departed this life from tuberculosis at her home in York Twp April 29, 1909,
aged 36 years and 12 days. She married Samuel DePew January 12, 1893. To this
union were born 6 children, all of whom are living. Also surviving are the
husband, mother, 2 brothers, and a half-sister. Funeral was at Sparta Church, of
which she was a member, on Sunday. Burial, Ligonier Cemetery. Democrat 5-10-1909
DePew Alson Mrs. died at her home in Albion Wednesday. She leaves a
husband; a little daughter, a mother, brothers and sisters. She was aged 36
years, 11 months and 23 days. Obsequies will be at the Sparta Church Friday.
Democrat 9-27-1900
DePew Howard, a brakeman on the Baltimore & Ohio, who resided in
Garrett, but whose parents formerly lived near Albion, died in a prison cell in
South Chicago on Sunday morning where he had been placed for disorderly conduct.
Physicians say his death was caused by excessive use of alcoholic drinks.
Democrat 11-1-1900
DePew Keith L, 24, son of Sam DePew southeast of Kimmell was accidentally
drowned while in bathing in a creek near Attica, Ind. last Monday. He was
superintendent of construction for the state highway commission on work in that
section. Funeral was Thursday afternoon. 6-19-1925
DePew Orvis Gregory, eldest son of Dr. E. W. and Hattie DePew, was born
at Wolf Lake, November 7, 1868; died at Omaha, Texas, August 24, 1897, aged 28
years, 10 months and 17 days. Mrs. Dr. Strickland of Texas accompanied the
remains of her brother, O. G. DePew to this place. He started teaching in
Washington Twp in 1883-4. In 1887-8 he taught in Omaha, Texas, where he was
joined and assisted by his sister, Nora. During 1889 he read law in the office
of his uncle, Frank Cadwell of Minnesota. He graduated from the law department
at the university at Austin, Texas in 1892. Shortly afterward he located at
Waco, Texas in the practice of law. Funeral was at the Baptist Church at Wolf
Lake. The Masonic fraternity from Albion and adjoining lodges performed the last
rites. Democrat 9-2-1897
Derry Thomas, an old citizen of Lisbon, died of heart disease on Friday
last. Funeral was Sunday. New Era 7-2-1874
Deubner Rebecca died after 3 weeks of insanity, age 35. Democrat
5-2-1883
Deuel Leona (Bruce) was born in Morrow County, Ohio, April 5, 1851 and
died in Grand Rapids, Mich. December 17, 1903. When 5 years of age she came with
her parents to Noble County where she lived until her marriage to Lee Deuel
April 21, 1891, after which time she resided in Michigan. She taught school
until a few years before her marriage. She was a member of the Old School
Baptist Church near Albion. She leaves a husband; 2 stepsons, 3 sister and one
brother who lives in Colorado. Funeral was at her home in Wayland, Mich. Burial,
Wayland Cemetery. 12-17-1903
Deuitch John Jr, who was killed in the wreck at Albion last Thursday, was
buried in the Catholic Cemetery last Saturday. New Era 11-9-1905
Devenbaugh - An infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Devenbaugh was buried
at Brimfield last Monday. New Era 5-6-1880
Devenbaugh Samuel Jr was found dead lying in the cow stable of D.
Reynolds at whose house he had been staying for sometime. The physicians and
coroner concluded the deceased had committed suicide with poison. Democrat
3-9-1892
Devenbaugh Samuel Mrs., 54, died at her home west of Brimfield on
December 30, 1891. Burial, Osborn Cemetery. Democrat 1-6-1892
Devoe Jesse, 62, died at his home northeast of Kendallville Sunday from
pneumonia. He was a native of New York where he was born April 11, 1851 and came
to this state in 1857. He is survived by a widow, 2 sons, 2 brothers, one
sister, 3 half-brothers and 3 half-sisters. Obsequies were at the Perseverance
Church Wednesday. Burial Lake View Cemetery. Democrat 3-11-1915
DeWitt Arthur died at the home of his parents Sunday. Democrat 1-25-1894
Dice - A little daughter of Chauncey Dice, aged about ten years, died on
Tuesday of membranous croup. New Era 2-27-1879
Dice Miranda V (Woodruff) died at her Albion home Sunday from
pneumonia. She was born in Richland County, Ohio, February 9, 1825 and at the
time of her demise was 73 years, 2 months and 22 days. She married Ephraim D.
Johnson September 25, 1850. He died August 26, 1858. They had 3 children - Mary
G. Harkless, Lillie L. Wright, and George E. Lillie died in 1883. The deceased
move to Albion February 8, 1864. She married Eli Dice May 5, 1866. He died
January 2, 1874. She was a member of the Presbyterian Church. Funeral was at the
residence Tuesday. Burial, Albion Cemetery. Noble Democrat 5-5-1898
Dickerman H J Mrs. of Benton Harbor, Mich. died at her home there
December 1. She was a daughter of the late George W. Black of this city and her
remains were taken to Goshen for burial. Democrat 12-8-1898
Dickson James - Mrs. William McEwen of near Brimfield and Mrs. James
Thompson of Elkhart Twp started for Mansfield, Ohio Tuesday night to attend the
funeral of their brother, James Dickson, a merchant in that city. He is a
great-uncle of W. H. McEwen of this city. Democrat 6-1-1893
Diehm Peter Mrs. was buried last Monday. Noble Democrat 9-4-1902
Diffendarfer - An infant son of Homer Diffendarfer died one day
last week. Two more are not expected to recover. Democrat 9-28-1893
Diffendarfer Isaac, 72, trustee of Green Twp, died Monday at Whitley
County Hospital from a coronary heart attack. A native of Green Twp, he was born
February 25, 1887 to Homer and Sarah Martin McCoy Diffendarfer. Following his
marriage to Sarah C. Claxton in 1906 they started housekeeping on the
Diffendarfer homestead in Noble County 5 miles north of Churubusco. In 1920 he
purchased the Green Twp General Store, which he operated for 5 years. He lived
on a farm in Green Twp except 2 years when he resided in Churubusco while
employed at the Isay Store. Following the death of his wife in 1951, he married
Mrs. Romona Hill May 16, 1953. Survivors include his wife; 2 sons, Jess and
Floyd of Churubusco; one foster daughter, Mrs. Roy Mangus, Kimmell; 2 stepsons,
Clark Hill, Baltimore, Md., and Jack Hill, Green Twp; one stepdaughter, Mrs.
Charles Brumbaugh, Stroh; 19 grandchildren; 3 great-grandchildren; one brother,
Lawrence, R. 3, Albion; 5 sisters, Mrs. Otis Owen and Mrs. Fred Owen
of R. 3, Albion, Mrs. Noah Leitch and Mrs. James Claxton of R. 1, LaOtto, and
Mrs. Eva Hawk, Churubusco. Funeral at Blue River Church of God. Burial,
Christian Chapel Cemetery. 8-3-1959
Diggins A H, 56, died July 19 of congestion of the liver and stomach at
his residence one mile north of this city. He had lived in the county about 45
years. Funeral was at the residence Sunday. Burial, Lake View Cemetery. Democrat
8-1-1883
Diller Grandma, formerly of Green, died last week and was buried in the
cemetery at Merriam. New Era 1-6-1904
Dillon Rebecca, an old maid living 2 miles north of here, died
Thursday and was buried Saturday in the Salem Cemetery. It was the only time on
record where no one knew the age of the deceased, but such was the case.
Democrat 4-5-1900
Dillon Sarah, daughter of John Dillon, died on the first. She was 39
years old and had been an invalid for 30 years. She resided near Wilmot. New Era
8-16-1877
Dingman J K - Mesdames Jason Frazure and John Wilson received the news of
the death of their brother, Polk Dingman at his home a Meredith, Arkansas. It
seem that one week ago Sunday Mr. Dingman, who was a timber agent, had gone to
Fair Oaks about 3 miles from Meredith to meet some timber men, telling his wife
that if he did not meet them he would not remain long. He did not return that
day but his wife was not uneasy, as he had frequently been away on business over
night. The local train arrived the next day but Mr. Dingman did not return on
that train and his wife became uneasy. Hearing that a man was lying along the
track about one-half mile from Meredith, an investigation was made and it proved
to be Mr. Dingman. He was lying face down but he had not been struck with
anything. His hat was found about one and one-half miles from where he lay and
his coat and vest were also lying along the track. He had pulled off his shoes
and socks and walked quite a distance in his bare feet. He weighed over 200
pounds and was prospering, having a home of his own and considerable other
property. Funeral was held a week ago Wednesday and interment was made at
Meredith. He was 50 years, 3 months and 29 days. Democrat 1-16-1902
Dingman Jarrett died at his residence at Otia, Mich. He was at one time a
resident of this city, being one of the earliest settlers. His mother built the
first frame house in the city, which is still standing. He has a niece at Albion,
Ms. John Wilson. Democrat 1-29-1903
Dipert Beecher, 62, a former resident of Albion, died February 2, 1955 at
the Veterans’ Hospital in Grand Rapids, Michigan. He was a veteran of WW I.
Surviving are the widow, Claudia; 2 sons, Harold of Jackson, Mich., and James of
Cofstalk, Mich.; 3 daughters, Mrs. Evelyn Skinner of Pontiac, Mich., Mrs.
Phyllis Littrell of Detroit, Mich., and Mrs. Janice Blake of Flint, Mich.; 10
grandchildren; 2 brothers and 2 sisters. Services were at Albion EUB Church
Saturday. Burial, Rose Hill Cemetery. 2-2-1955
Dobbin Ruth (Evans) was born in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania,
February 24, 1821 and died in Noble County April 29, 1900, aged 79 years, 2
months and 5 days. She was twice widowed. Her first marriage was to William B.
Brown in June 1839 in Penn., where she resided until 1843, then they moved to
Stark County, Ohio, where in August 1854, Mr. Brown died. To this union 6
children were born, of whom 3 are still living - Louise, Sarah and Anna. She
married James Dobbin in Stark County, Ohio, and lived there until 1863 when the
moved to Indiana, stopping for a short time at Ligonier, then moving on the farm
in Washington Twp where her husband died December 30, 1885. To this union 3
children were born - Emily C., Charles A., and Laura M., all of whom are living.
Funeral was at the Ormas F. B. Church May 2. Burial, Thorn Cemetery. Democrat
5-10-1900
Dobbins James H Mrs. died at her home in Rome City April 17, aged 56
years, 6 months and 21 days. Obsequies were at the Methodist Episcopal Church
April 20. Burial, Osborn Cemetery. New Era 4-25-1906
Dodge E J - Sheriff Harry Bell received the intelligence Tuesday that his
wife’s uncle, E. J. Dodge of Ligonier, had been killed in Louisiana. He was a
lumber dealer and was engaged in measuring lumber at Hass Station, a small
hamlet on the Union Pacific Railway in Louisiana and in walking on the railroad
track from one lumber camp to another, was struck by a train and killed. He was
64 years of age. His remains will arrive at Ligonier tomorrow for burial.
Democrat 1-18-1900
Dodge Matthew M, who formerly lived in Noble County, recently died at his
home in Somerset, Kentucky. Rev. Dodge was, for many years, interested in the
lumber business at Wawaka and vicinity and then entered the Free Will Baptist
ministry in which he labored until his death. He did much toward the upbuilding
of the church at Cosperville and was for several years pastor of the
congregation at Ormas. New Era 11-28-1906
Dohm William, who resided in Jefferson Twp about 5 miles northwest of
this city, died Sunday night. His family attended Sunday School at the Zion U.
B. Church in the forenoon. Upon their return the family missed him but were not
uneasy as they thought he had gone to the neighbors. Toward evening a search for
him resulted in finding him in the hay mow of his barn unconscious. Medical aid
failed to revive him. Inflammation of the brain is supposed to be the cause of
death. He was about 41 years old. Funeral was Tuesday. Burial, Union Cemetery.
Democrat 9-4-1902
Dolan Ella, 88, died about noon Thursday in a Toledo hospital. She was a
native of Albion and had lived in Toledo a number of years. There were no
immediate survivors. Funeral Saturday. Burial, Rose Hill Cemetery. 8-6-1959
Dolan Patrick died from heart disease at his home in York Twp, a few
miles south of Albion, Tuesday, aged 61 years, 6 months and 12 days. He was born
in Ireland April 30, 1839 and died November 13, 1900 near Albion. He married
Priscilla Shaffer February 14, 1869. To this union 5 girls and one boy were
born, all of whom survive. He served in the 30th Indiana Regiment during the
Civil War. Funeral will be in the Catholic Church in this city Friday. Burial,
Albion Cemetery. 11-15 & 22-1900
Dolan Patrick Henry, 73, died in his home here Saturday following a short
illness. A retired lineman for Noble County REMC, he is survived by the widow,
Ella; a daughter, Mrs. William Hufford, Lafayette; 2 grandchildren; and a
sister, Miss Mary Dolan. Rites will be at Bonham & Miser Funeral Home
Tuesday. Burial, Rose Hill Cemetery. 6-9-1956
Dolan Rachael, 76, wife of Michael Dolan, died at her home in Avilla
Sunday from Bright’s disease. She is survived by the husband; 2 daughters,
Mrs. C. H. Macklin of Avilla and Mrs. Charles Hart of Garrett; 2 sons, Peter of
Avilla and Frank of Hoagland; 11 grandchildren and 4 sisters. Obsequies at the
Methodist Episcopal Church at Avilla Wednesday. Democrat 11-16-1914
Donat Roy - The funeral for the eldest son of Mr. and Mrs. William Donat
of South Bend was held Monday from the Baptist Church, Cosperville. Burial,
Cosperville Cemetery. Democrat 9-16-1926
Dosch George, a young man living 3 miles northwest of this place
met with a fatal accident at Kendallville last Friday evening. He was hauling
logs to Deibele’s mill and was about to unload the log and had removed
the chains and binding pole and had turned to speak to some men who were
standing near. The log was a crooked one, lying with the bend upwards and as he
turned, it began to roll off. A Mr. Hamilton called to him to get out of the
way. In attempting to do this, his foot slipped and he was caught by the log
which went crashing down, completely crushing the lower half of his body. He was
carried to a boarding house on the corner of Main and Rush Streets where he lay
in terrible agony until 6:20 that evening, when death relieved his sufferings.
He was 27 years, 5 months and 18 days of age. Funeral was on Monday at the
German Lutheran Church northwest of Avilla and the remains were interred in the
cemetery near the church. Democrat 2-1-1888
Doty John E of the Hawpatch died of paralysis Monday, aged 75 years, 11
months and 17 days. He had resided on the Hawpatch for the past 30 years. Daily
Record 4-23-1903
Douglass Isabella, 66, died at Parson, Kansas, January 27, 1873 of
congestive chills. She was a resident of Albion for 18 years, during a great
portion of which she was postmistress here. She was born in Jefferson County,
Ohio; was married in Richland County, where her husband died. In November 1854
she removed with her children to this place. In March 1869, accompanied by her
daughter, Amy, she went to Labette County in southern Kansas. New Era 2-13-1873
Dowling W W Mrs., a former resident of this county, died at her home in
St. Louis, Mo., September 1, aged about 63. She formerly resided at Lisbon,
where she was married to Mr. Dowling in 1857. Since 1877 she has lived in St.
Louis. Democrat 9-18-1902
Dowling William, one of our old settlers and a minister of the Church of
Christ, died at his residence near Kendallville last Thursday. New Era
12-26-1872
Dragoo William A was born in Ashland County, Ohio October 20, 1846; died
at Kendallville January 10, 1891, aged 44 years, 2 months and 20 days. 1-10-1891
Drain Joseph R Mrs. was born in Perry County, Ohio June 12, 1849;
died August 13, 1898, age 49 years 2 months and one day. Settled in early
fifties. Albion Democrat 6-15-1899
Drake Harriett, 73, pioneer resident of Rome City, died at the Triplett
Hotel Wednesday of septic poisoning. She had been a widow for a number of years
and is survived by one brother, George Triplett of Rome City, who is spending
the winter in Florida. Obsequies were at the late residence Saturday. Burial,
Osborn Cemetery. Democrat 12-21-1914
Drake James A, an old citizen of York Twp, died at the house of his son,
Joseph, in Albion on August 15, 1891. Democrat 8-19-1891
Drake James L died November 26, 1903 at the Indiana School for
Feeble-Minded Youth, Fort Wayne. Cause of death was mesenteric tuberculosis. He
was buried in the cemetery of the State Institution situated at Colonia. He was
born October 9, 1881 and was 21 years, one month and 7 days old. Democrat
3-19-1903
Drake John was born December 17, 1815; died December 16, 1887, aged 72
years. Funeral was at LaOtto December 18, 1887 and the remains were interred in
the cemetery there. For several years he held the office of justice of peace in
Swan Twp. He was for over 50 years a member of the Presbyterian Church.
12-16-1887
Drake Violet Ethel was born in Albion March 28, 1891 and died January 3,
1906, aged 14 years, 9 months and 5 days. She was a member of the Wesleyan
Methodist Church where funeral was held January 4. Burial, Albion Cemetery.
Democrat 1-11-1906
Draper Abbie F, wife of the late Co. B. F. Draper, for a number of years
a resident of Ligonier, died at San Diego, Cal. of cancer last week at the age
of 68 years, 7 months and 5 days. She had gone to Cal. Several years ago to make
her home with a son. Surviving are one daughter, Mrs. Harry Freyburg of Delta,
Col; 4 sons, Walter, Frank and Charles of San Diego, and J. W. of Ligonier. The
remains were cremated and the ashes sent to Ligonier for interment. Democrat
12-17-1914
Dreibelbis Alton, 82, a retired B&O engineer, died of a heart attack
Wednesday at the home of a son, Marion of Garrett. Born near Albion, he spent
most of his life in Garrett. He was a member of the Brotherhood of Locomotive
Engineers and is survived also by a sister, Mrs. Luella Snyder, Albion. Funeral
Saturday in the McKee Funeral Home. Burial, Union Cemetery. 5-28-1958
Dreibelbis Daniel of Logansport died March 1 and was buried at Laketon,
Ind. Democrat 3-9-1892
Dudley Earl, the 2-year old son of John Dudley and wife died Tuesday.
Democrat 8-30-1894
Duesler - Mrs., 84, mother of J. W. Duesler and Mrs. C. K. Planck, died
at the latter’s home February 4. Funeral at Brimfield today. Democrat 2-8-1894
Duesler Freda, the infant daughter of Charles Duesler and wife, died at
her home near Pleasant Hill Sunday, aged one year, 11 months and 19 days. She
climbed from a chair to the kitchen cabinet and got an envelope from the top
drawer which contained arsenic tablets and ate some, which caused her death. She
is survived by a father, mother, 3 sister, 5 brothers and a grandmother. Funeral
was at Sparta Tuesday. Democrat 12-24-1908
Dull Nellie Alice nee Crow was born April 23, 1870; died September 27,
1903, aged 33 years 5 months and 4 days. She was married December 26, 1887 to
George Dull and to this union were born 2 daughters and one son, the latter
dying in infancy. She was a member of Excelsior Hive No. 47 LOTM of Cromwell.
She leaves to mourn a husband, 2 daughters, father, mother, one sister. Funeral
was at Lake Bethel. 9-27-1903
Dull S P Mrs., a former resident of York Twp, died at the home of her
son, Charles H. in Sparta Twp yesterday. Obsequies were held at Sparta Church
today. Daily Record 4-30-1903
Dunfee Charles Mrs. died at her home near Ege, Swan Twp on Monday of last
week following an operation for pelvic trouble the previous Friday. She was the
daughter of Reuben Christlieb. Obsequies were held at the Ege Catholic Church
last Wednesday. Democrat 9-2-1909
Dunn C W, 77, old citizen of Brimfield, died at his home there last
Thursday of Bright’s disease. Obsequies were held at his late residence
Friday. He was a brother of Squire Dunn, for a number of years postmaster of
that place. Albion Democrat 6-29-1899
Dunn Charles Mrs., widow of the late Charles Dunn of Brimfield, died of
pneumonia at the home of her brother, James M. Miller of Evansville, Ind. April
22, 1900, aged 63 years, 8 months and 10 days. Her husband died June 22, 1899.
Burial, Oak Hill Cemetery at Evansville. Democrat 5-10-1900
Dunning L J, 84, died Monday of pneumonia at his late home in Ligonier.
He is said to have been the oldest resident in that city. Three children, Mrs.
W. A. Jackson of Goshen, Mrs. Frank Jackson of near Benton, and J. L. Dunning of
Ligonier, survive. Funeral was Wednesday. Democrat 4-26-1900
Dunning L J Mrs. died at her home in Ligonier October 31, aged 77 years,
2 months and 6 days. She had been a resident of Ligonier for 42 years, having
accompanied her husband from Lancaster, Ohio in 1859. He died in April 1900. She
leaves 4 children, Mrs. Lucinda Jackson of Goshen, Mrs. Frank Jackson of Benton,
Jesse L. and Miss Libbie of Ligonier. Obsequies were held from the residence
Saturday. Burial, Ligonier Cemetery. Albion Democrat 11-14-1901
Dwyer Harry Mrs. - Robert Fox and family attended the funeral of his
niece, Mrs. Harry Dwyer, at Ligonier Saturday. She was a daughter of John Kinney
of the Hawpatch. Democrat 11-10-1898
Dyer Lettie A, 73, died Thursday in the Wabash County Hospital. Services
were this afternoon at the Christian Chapel in Merriam. Survivors include 2
sons, Earl of Wabash and Garl of New Haven; a brother, Adrian Geiger of New
Haven; and a sister, Mrs. Fannie Snell, Merriam. Burial, Christian Chapel
Cemetery. 3-7-1956
Dypert Dora, 22, died in Albion last Sunday of lung disease. The remains
were taken by train to Walkerton Tuesday for burial. Democrat 1-20 1892
Eagles Leander Jr, 41, son of Thomas M. Eagles of Havana, Ill., and a
former resident of this county, was murdered at Troveton, Texas on July 16. He
was going for a doctor to attend a man who had been shot by chicken thieves. He
and the doctor met in the alley near where the thieves were hiding and both were
shot and killed instantly. He was a nephew of N. P. Eagles of this city, and
unmarried. Democrat 7-31-1902
Eagles Leander Mrs died last Thursday near Alcinda. They were married
June 2, 1846, were the parents of one daughter and 7 sons, and this was the
first death in the family. New Era 2-3-1904
Eamick Roger, 29, Blue Lake, died early Saturday in the Whitley County
Hospital when his car crashed near Collins during a police chase. Police said
Eamick took off down Main St. in the center of town with his car wide open but
could give no reason for his action. Police pursued him south on U. S. 33 at
speeds that reached 90 miles per hour. His car failed to negotiate a curve near
the junction with State Road 205. He was a self-employed garage mechanic at his
home at Blue Lake, a former employee of the B&O Railroad in Garrett. He was
born in Noble County on March 22, 1928 to Mr. and Mrs. Walter Gray. He was
adopted by Orlo and Clara Stewart Eamick. Surviving are the wife, Marceil; 2
sons, Tony, aged 10, and Dean, aged 7; 21 daughters, Louise, aged 8, and Clara,
aged 5; the foster parents; the father, Walter Gray of Cromwell; 4 brothers, J.
C. and Milo Gray, Churubusco, Paul and Max Gray of Wolf Lake; 2 sisters, Mrs.
Leroy Pratt, Columbia City, and Mrs. John Sankovich, Cleveland, Ohio. Funeral
was at Krider Funeral Home Monday. Burial, Christian Chapel Cemetery. 9-14-1957
Earle Alice J, daughter of John and Sarah Earle, was born near Albion
February 18, 1873; died at her home June 19, 1895, aged 22 years, 4 months and 1
day. She graduated from Albion High School with the class of ’90. She leaves a
father, mother, sister and brother. Services were at the home. Burial, Rose Hill
Cemetery. Democrat 6-27-1895
Earll Robert McPherson was born in Clark County, Ohio, died
November 30, 1907, aged 78 years, 6 months and 16 days. 11-30-1907
Earll Robert Mrs. was born August 28, 1838 and died at the home of
her daughter in Cromwell March 10, 1908, aged 69 years, 6 months and 17 days.
3-10-1908
Earnhart Eva, daughter of Martin and Barbara (Haas) Snyder, was born in
Alsace, Germany, September 4, 1838. She came with her parents to the United
States in June 1841, settling near Akron, Ohio. In 1856 she came to Sparta Twp,
Noble County. She married Thomas P. Earnhart September 28, 1860, settling on a
farm in York Twp. To this union were born 8 children, 3 of whom have passed on.
There remain 3 sons, 2 daughters, 2 brothers, 3 sisters, 4 half-brothers, 5
half-sisters and 7 grandchildren. She died at the home of her daughter at Wolf
Lake January 28, 1907, 68 years, 4 months and 24 days. She was a member of the
German Reformed Church as a child, but being no church in this county of her
chosen profession, she worshipped at the Methodist Church at Wolf Lake, where
services were held. Burial, Sparta Cemetery. 1-28-1907
Earnhart James was born in Pickaway County, Circleville, Ohio in 1834 and
died at the age of 67 years, 8 months and 7 days, after being a resident of
Cromwell for 60 years. He came here in 1842 in company with his father. He was
married 3 times, 3 children surviving him. Funeral was Wednesday at the
Universalist Church. Burial, Sparta Cemetery. Democrat 11-7-1901
Earnhart John died at his residence in Sparta Twp November 4, 1887, aged
76 years, 2 months and 22 days. He was born in Pickaway County, Ohio August 12,
1811. He married Mary Hitler on March 12, 1833 and 10 years and 6 months after,
in September 1843, came to Noble County. He was the father if 12 children, of
whom 5 have preceded him in death. Funeral was November 6. 11-4-1887
Earnhart Mary (Hitler) died March 29. She was born in Piqua, Miami
County, Ohio, May 28, 1813. She married John Earnhart in 1833. She leaves a
husband and 9 children. Funeral was at Sparta Church. Burial, Sparta Cemetery.
Democrat 4-7-1886
Earnhart Nelson was born in Sparta Twp November 30, 1845 and died October
12, 1907, aged 60 years, 10 months and 12 days. 10-12-1907
Earnhart Thomas P of near Wolf Lake died in the Longcliff Hospital for
the insane at Logansport Friday. He was born in Pickaway County, Ohio, November 23,
1836 and at the time of his demise was aged 61 years, 6 months and 17 days. In
his early boyhood days his emigrated to Indiana and settled upon a farm in
Sparta Twp. In 1862 he removed to a farm in York Twp. He married Eva Snyder
September 28, 1861, and to this union 8 children were born, 2 of whom died in
infancy and one in early womanhood. He leaves a wife, 3 sons, 2 daughters, 4
grandchildren, 4 brothers and one sister. Funeral was in Sparta Church June 12.
Noble Democrat 6-16-1898
Eash William Mrs. of Elkhart died from the effects of self administered
strychnine poisoning. Burial, Salem Cemetery. Democrat 3-18-1897
Easly Jacob was born in Canton Berne, Switzerland July 23, 1820,
and died November 22, 1893, aged 73 years, 4 months and one day. He was the
victim of an accident, receiving internal injuries from being squeezed by a
horse. He was the father of 16 children, 6 by his first wife, Catharine Burke,
and 10 by his last wife. He came with his parents to the United States in 1834,
locating near Buffalo, N.Y. In 1836 the family removed to Crawford County. In
1844 he left Ohio and came to Noble County and purchased a farm in Jefferson
Twp. He did not locate here until 1850, making his home in neighboring counties
where he was engaged in saw-milling. He married Mary Ann Oster on May 26, 1850.
He was a member of the Lutheran Church. A large congregation assembled last
Friday at the residence . His children were all present except George, who lives
in Iowa. Funeral Friday at Rehoboth Church. Burial, Rehoboth Cemetery. Democrat
11-30-1893
Easly Margaretta S, daughter of Jacob and Mary Easly, was born in
Jefferson Twp September 11, 1854 and departed this life at the home of her
sister, Mrs. Thomas Hudson, Avilla, October 25, 1909. She was the third of a
family of 8 children. She was the head of the Avilla Schools when the high
school course was established in 1888. She had been elected superintendent of
the Avilla Public Schools for the present year, but disease thwarted her
purpose. She leaves 4 sisters, 2 brothers, father and mother. Funeral was held
from the residence Wednesday. Burial, Rehoboth Cemetery. Democrat 10-28-1909
Easly Martha L died last Sunday in the Washington Park Hospital in
Chicago following an operation on a cancerous tumor. She was born November 6,
1856 in Jefferson Twp, the daughter of Jacob and Mary Easly. At the time of her
demise she was aged 52 years, 4 months and 29 days. The early part of her life
was spent on the farm with her parents until their death, after which she
located in Chicago. She was reared in the Lutheran Church at Rehoboth. She is
survived by sisters, Mrs. Thomas Hudson and Mrs. J. N. Decamp of Avilla, Margaretta
of Chicago, Mrs. Elmer D. Spangle of Elkhart, Katherine of Indianapolis; and
brothers, Benjamin F. of Elkhart and George of Botna, Iowa. Obsequies were at
the Rehoboth Church. Burial, Rehoboth Cemetery. Democrat 4-19-1909
Easter Margaret was born in Morrow County, Ohio, and died November 1,
1889 at the residence of her brother-in-law, Washington Easter in Jefferson Twp.
When she was 3 years of age her parents moved to Noble County. Here she married
Wilson R. Easter, who preceded her to the grave. Funeral was at Mt. Pleasant
where she was laid to rest. Democrat 11-6-1889
Easterday Drury died at the home of his brother, William, aged 70
years. Funeral was held at Bonham Funeral Home January 12, 1938. Burial,
Christian Chapel Cemetery. 1-10-1938
Easterday Nancy Ellen was born July 25, 1828 and died May 10, 1894, aged
65 years, 9 months and 15 days. She was a daughter of Jeremiah Smith, who was
born in Connecticut and emigrated to Delaware County, Ohio about 1823. He soon
after moved to what is now Morrow County, where the deceased was raised. She
married George Easterday September 28, 1851 and moved to Noble County in August
1852 and settled on a farm near Albion. They moved to the present home in Green
Twp in March 1862. To their union were born 5 sons and 3 daughters. The 2 oldest
daughters preceded her in death. She was a member of the Evangelical Lutheran
Church at Albion. Funeral was at the home on Sunday. Burial, Albion Cemetery.
Democrat 5-17-1894
Easterday Orlen G, 73, Union Twp farmer died today at his home 7 miles
east of Columbia City. A native of Green Twp, Noble County, he had resided at
the present address since 1938. He was a member of the Lutheran Church at Albion
and the Modern Woodmen Lodge. Survivors include the widow, Goldie; 3 sons,
Kenneth, Coesse, Clarence, South Whitley, Dallas Columbia City; one daughter,
Mrs. Lester Klicko, Harvard, Ill.; 18 grandchildren; 3 brothers, Ralph,
Ligonier, Claude, Huntington, George, Coesse; and 2 sisters, Mrs. Lester
Scheurich, Kendallville, and Mrs. Roy Shortz, Indianapolis. Services will be
Saturday at Smith Funeral Home. Burial, Christian Chapel Cemetery. 10-31-1956
Easterday William D, son of George and Nancy Ellen Easterday, was born
near Albion June 11, 1856 and died at his Jefferson Twp home on February 18,
1942, being 83 years, 8 months and 7 days old. On November 5, 1919 he married
Flossie Lock, who with 2 children, Mrs. Ellen Bryie of Kendallville and Robert
at home, along with one brother, Jeremiah M. of Akron, Ind., survive. His whole
life was spent near Albion where he was engaged in farming and stock raising.
Funeral was on February 21 at Albion Lutheran Church. Burial, Christian Chapel
Cemetery. 2-18-1942
Eaton Frank K was born in Mahoning County, Ohio August 14, 1853 and died
at his home in Washington Twp September 18, 1903, aged 50 years, one month and 4
days. When 2 years of age he came with his parents to Noble County and settled
in Green Twp where his father died in 1856. He learned the trades of
carpentering and painting, then traveled a great deal in early life. He married Frances
Galloway November 30, 1881. Two children were born to them, Roy D. and Mabel I.
He was for several years in mercantile business at Merriam and later at
Cromwell. They next moved to the farm at Broadway, residing there until death
which came suddenly and unexpected. He leaves a wife, son, daughter, mother,
stepfather, one brother and one sister. Funeral was at Broadway Christian Church
September 21. Burial, Sparta Cemetery, his brother Knights officiating. Democrat
9-24-1903
Eaton John W died at his home in Garrett Sunday from cancer of the
stomach. For a number of years he resided in this city. He had been a postal
clerk for the B&O Railroad for 15 years. He is survived by a wife and a
daughter. Obsequies Wednesday in Garrett Methodist Episcopal Church. Democrat
5-10-1909
Ebey - Infant son of Lemmon Ebey and wife residing in Elkhart Twp,
died Tuesday of brain trouble. Funeral was at the residence Wednesday. Burial,
Wright’s Cemetery. Noble Democrat 10-20-1898
Ebey Cornelius died at his home in Wawaka last Thursday, aged 57
years and about 7 months from dropsy. He had been suffering from chronic disease
with complications of mental disorder for several years and at one time was an
inmate of the insane hospital for a short time. He leaves a large family and
several brothers and sisters, Rev. Joseph Ebey, Henry Ebey of
Wawaka and Mrs. E. F. Coates of Albion. Funeral was Saturday. Democrat 2-11-1891
Ebey Henry died at his home in Elkhart Twp April 30, 1898. He was
born in Chippewa Twp, Wayne County, Ohio and at the time of death was 76 years,
4 months and 5 days. He came from Ohio to Elkhart Twp April 1, 1857. He was a
member of the German Baptist Church for over 30 years. He married Catherine
Brown August 12, 1847. Their children were Thomas R., James W., Eliza J. and
Rachael E., all of whom are living. Catherine died September 3, 1867. He married
Mrs. Christena Brumbaugh July 12, 1868. They had 2 daughters, Louisa Ann and
Minnie May. The former died April 8, 1894. His second wife died March 27, 1875
and he married Amelia Zimmer October 8, 1875. She remains, with 24 grandchildren
and 2 great-grandchildren. He was a brother of Mrs. E. F. Coats of this city.
Obsequies were at the residence of his stepson, Jacob Brumbaugh, Tuesday.
Burial, Wright Cemetery. Noble Democrat 5-5-1898
Ebey Joseph of Wawaka, brother of Mrs. E. F. Coats of this city,
died Monday last of paralysis. Burial March 28, Merriam Cemetery. Democrat
4-6-1893
Ebey Joseph Mrs. of near Merriam died Saturday. Remains were
buried on Sunday. New Era 8-7-1879
Ebey Levi Omer, born May 1, 1872 at Wawaka, died at Fort Wayne, Ind.,
January 28, 1917. He had an operation for appendicitis January 22 but pneumonia
developed and death followed. He married Carrie Brown January 13, 1894. She died
August 19, 1908 on the old Ebey farm near Wawaka. To this union were born 5
children, Virgil, Oscar and Berneice of Fort Wayne, Mrs. Susan Gray of Wolf
Lake, and Harold at Goshen. June 5, 1909 he married Sarah Rebecca Egolf, who
survives with his 5 children, 4 grandchildren, 3 brothers and 4 sisters. His
brothers, Adam at home on furlough from India, Lemon and Enoch from Michigan and
his sister, Hannah from Plain Dealing, La., attended the funeral which was at
the Wawaka Brethren Church January 31. His sisters, Eva and Minnie, of Fruita,
Colorado and Katie of Jennings, La., were not able to attend the funeral because
of distance. Burial, Wright Cemetery. Democrat 2-5-1917
Ebey Susan was born in Tuscarawas County, Ohio, August 2, 1841 and died
at the home of her daughter, Mrs. M. S. Bolinger at Boling, La., February 11,
1904, aged 62 years, 6 months and 9 days. She married Cornelius Ebey August 26,
1860 at Wawaka. He died February 6, 1891. To this union were born 8 sons and 6
daughters. The father, 3 sons and 2 daughters preceded her in death. She was a
member of the German Baptist Brethren Church. Five sons, 4 daughters, a mother,
3 brothers and 4 sisters remain. Adam, her oldest son, is a missionary in Dahaun, India. Levi O lives in Wawaka, Texas, Lemmon A. in Brethren, Mich.,
Enoch J. at Mt. Morris, Ill., Calvin A, at the old home place, Eva Helbig at
Columbia City, Hannah E. Bolinger at Bolinger, La., Minnie Bolinger at Fruita,
Col., and Catherine S. Parsons at Welsh, La. Funeral was at the German Baptist
Brethren Church east of Wawaka on February 16. Burial, Wright Cemetery. New Era
2-24-1904
Eby Jackson died at the home of his daughter, Mrs. A. Hare, Monday. He was
born near Chambersburg, Franklin County, Pa., March 15, 1815. At the age of 16
he came to Ohio. Ten years later he married Barbara Shuler. He was the father
William W. Eby, trustee of Al-- current here. Democrat 2-20-1889
Eby Thomas R was born in Wayne County, Ohio, May 31, 1849 and died in
Elkhart Twp August 12, 1903, aged 54 years, 2 months and 11 days. April 1, 1857
he came with his parents from Ohio to Elkhart Twp. He married Rachel
McClelland August 3, 1873 and to this union 4 children were born, of whom 2
preceded him in death. He has 3 grandchildren. Mrs. Eby died May 7, 1882. He
married Julia Ann Tyler and 4 children were born to them, all of whom are
living. Funeral was held from his home Friday. Burial, Wright’s Cemetery.
Democrat 8-20-1903
Eddy Albert, 54, was fatally injured when he fell down an elevator shaft
at the vacant Beyer Bros. wholesale grocery building in Kendallville Friday. New
Era 5-11-1932
Eddy Donalda, 30 died from scarlet fever at the home of her
parents, Mr. and Mrs. John Lint in Ligonier Sunday. She had been employed at the
E. Jacobs Dry Good Store. Funeral was Tuesday at the Ligonier Presbyterian
Church. Burial, Ligonier Cemetery. Democrat 2-28-1929
Eddy James, of York Twp, died in Avilla November 28, 1873, aged 31 years
and 3 months. He dropped to the ground while walking along the street and died
instantly. Disease of the heart is the supposed cause. 11-28-1873
Eddy Lois Virginia, infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Bert Eddy of
Kendallville, died at their home last Friday of pneumonia, aged 10 months and 23
days. Obsequies were held at the residence last Saturday. Democrat 3-1-1915
Edler Angeline died at the Old Peoples’ Home Tuesday. She came from
Fort Wayne and was nearly one hundred years old. Of French and Indian descent,
she was a distant relative of the Miami chief, Godfrey. Noble Democrat 5-19-1898
Edmonds Laura A died August 6, 1887, aged 20 years, 9 months and 29 days,
of consumption. She was born October 8, 1866. She leaves a father, a sister and
2 brothers. Funeral in Brimfield M. E. Church August 7. Burial, Brimfield
Cemetery. Democrat 8-17-1887
Edsall Benjamin F, living about 5 and one half miles south of Albion,
died Monday. He had gone to the barn and was gone about 20 minutes when his
family though it strange he should be gone so long. They went to hunt him and
found him dead. The coroner pronounced the cause as apoplexy. He was born in
Ohio July 10, 1843. He leaves his wife, 5 daughters and 2 sons, Mesdames William
Page of Bluffton, Joseph Hile, Emanuel Hile, Louis Edwards and Thomas Clouse;
and sons, Wallace and Ivan. One son and one daughter are deceased. Funeral was
Wednesday at Burr Oak Church. Burial, Chapel Cemetery. Democrat 5-27-1909
Edsall Ermal, 10-year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Hank. Edsall, died at
Washington D. C. of spinal meningitis. Remains were brought to this place and
funeral was held Thursday at the M. E. Church. Burial, Wolf Lake Cemetery. Mr.
Edsall is a son of B. F. Edsall and wife of this township, and Mrs. Edsall is a
sister of W. D. and Leroy Surfus and Mrs. George Herrick of near Columbia City.
Mr. Edsall is employed in one of the departments at Washington, D. C. New Era
1-15-1908 Wolf Lake Trolley 1-16-1908
Edsall Timothy, son of Mr. and Mrs. Bud Edsall, who reside a mile north
of Albion, died Wednesday in McCray Hospital, where he was born Monday.
Surviving are the parents, a brother, Rickey Lee at home, paternal grandparents,
maternal grandmother and maternal grandfather. Graveside rites were conducted
Thursday in Christian Chapel Cemetery. 1959
Edsall Wallace, 61, of near here, died in the Luckey Hospital at Wolf
Lake Tuesday of self-inflicted gunshot wounds. No motive has been advanced for
the action. Funeral will be at Burr Oak Baptist Church Thursday. Burial,
Christian Chapel Cemetery. 10-7-1947
Edwards - An infant child of Mr. and Mrs. George Edwards was buried in
the chapel cemetery Sunday. Democrat 8-13-1903
Edwards Alexis Mrs. died on Sunday last and was buried Monday from
the M. E. church. She was nearly 72 years of age. She was born in Baltimore
County, Maryland and in company with her husband settled in Noble County 29
years ago this fall. She was the mother of Mrs. A. J. Kimmell, Mrs. S. T. Ward,
and Mrs. Hugh and George Inscho. New Era 9-27-1877
Edwards Grant H died March 13, 1892 at the age of 26 years, 6 months and
26 days. Funeral was at the Union Church. Democrat 3-23-1892
Edwards Jennie, daughter of Jeremiah and Mary Edwards, died in Albion
November 30, 1873, aged 2 years and 8 days, of inflammation of the spine.
Funeral at the Lutheran Church Monday. 11-30-1873
Edwards John W Mrs. died at the home of her niece, Mrs. J. H. Palmer in
Chicago, aged 42 years, 8 months and 26 days. She was born in Albion February
26, 1859. She married John W. Edwards of South Whitley, Ind. in Cleveland, Ohio
September 8, 1888, and since that time lived in South Whitley. She was a member
of the Methodist Episcopal Church of this city. She leaves a husband, one son
about 7 years old, a mother, 4 brothers, John of Hammond, Charles, Elmer and
Allen of this city; 4 sisters, Mesdames Lewis Price, Ella Kiser and Fannie
Worden of this city and Mrs. Weimer of Jefferson Twp. Obsequies were held at the
M. E. Church Sunday. Remains were temporarily placed in the Bassett vault at
Albion Cemetery. Democrat 11-28-1901
Eells Thomas M was born in Columbiana County, Ohio in 1843 and died July 19,
1907, aged 64 years. 7-19-1907
Egenroad - The little daughter of Charles and Minnie (Golden) of Goshen
was buried here last Friday by the side of her mother who died about 3 months
ago. Burial, Cosperville Cemetery. Noble Democrat 10-20-1898
Egenroad Minnie died of consumption at her home in Goshen June 28, 1898.
Funeral was private after which remains were removed to Wawaka for interment.
She was born October 20, 1871 in Elkhart Twp, Noble County. She came to Goshen
about 3 years ago. She married Charles Egenroad of this city on August 21, 1897.
She leaves a husband, infant daughter, mother, father and 2 brothers. Noble
Democrat 7-7-1898
Egolf Angeline died of paralysis and was buried last Friday in the Chapel
cemetery. Democrat 10-24-1912
Egolf Malinda, resident of Noble Twp, was found dead in bed last
Thursday. She was the daughter of Abner and Sarah Gill, born in Delaware County,
Ohio, August 22, 1842. She died of apoplexy February 18, 1915, aged 72 years, 5
months and 29 days. On May 10, 1863 she married Jesse Busz and to this union
were born 4 children. Mr. Busz died in January 1892. In February 1896 she
married Adam Egolf, who survives. She joined the Burr Oak Free Will Baptist
Church in 1893. She leaves a husband, 3 daughters, who are Mrs. Edward Walburn,
Mrs. McCleland Weber, Mrs. Joseph Kuhns; and one son, Cleveland Busz, all
of Noble County; one sister, Mrs. Rebecca Egolf of Michigan; one brother,
Theodore Gill of Nebraska; 18 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren. Funeral
was at Burr Oak Baptist Church. Burial in the Chapel cemetery. Democrat
2-22-1915
Egolf William D was born April 20, 1866 in Noble Twp, the only son of
Adam and Rachael (Pressler) Egolf, to whom were born 4 girls and one boy. His
mother and 3 sisters preceded him in death. He died November 3, 1899 in the
house where he was born, aged 33 years, 6 months and 13 days. He married Eva
Bowen February 1, 1899. They had one child. He leaves a wife, an infant son,
father, foster mother, and one sister, Mrs. Dora Walker. Funeral was in the Burr
Oak Church November 5, 1899. Burial in the Chapel cemetery. New Era 11-15-1899
Albion Democrat 11-9-1899
Eichelbaugh Zura R, 70, Kendallville resident 42 years, died today
in her home. She was the widow of Charles G. Eichelbaugh and was a native of
South Milford. Surviving are 2 daughters, Mrs. Richard Decker, Wolf Lake, and
Lois, at home; a son, William A., Willows, Calif.; 5 grandchildren; 4 brothers,
Bert Cookerly, South Milford, William Cookerly, Huntington Beach,
Calif., Archie Cookerly, Fullerton, Calif., Richard Cookerly,
Costa Mesa, Calif.; and a sister, Mrs. Will Long, Indianapolis. Funeral Monday
in A. J. Berhalter Co. Funeral Home. Burial, Lake View Cemetery. 7-7-1956
Eichelberg John Mrs., 84, died at her home in Kendallville last Thursday
of dropsy. She was a native of Germany and came to this county in 1857. She is
survived by a husband, 3 sons and 2 daughters. Obsequies were at the late
residence Sunday and at the Lutheran Church. Democrat 8-12-1909
Eichhorst Fred, an old soldier, died last week at Kendallville. He
enlisted with the 2nd New Jersey Volunteer Infantry and served full
time. All his relatives reside in Germany. New Era 3-7-1906
Eisman Gotfried, a farmer living 6 miles northeast of Kendallville, was
overcome by the heat Friday while making hay and died in an hour. Democrat
7-15-1897
Eley - the 15-month old child of Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Eley residing 5
miles east of this city, died Friday of a complication of diseases. This was
their only child. Obsequies were held at the Mount Pleasant Lutheran Church.
Democrat 8-2-1909
Elijah Roy Mrs., 48, of Ligonier, died April 22 at Kendallville Hospital
following an operation. Surviving are the husband, 3 sons, mother, 3 brothers
and 3 sisters. She was a member of Ligonier Eastern Star. Burial, Oak Park
Cemetery. 4-22-1938
Ellerman Frederick J died on Wednesday of last week, aged about 69. He
was born in Hanover, Germany and was a member of the 165th Ohio
Regiment in the Civil War. He has been an employee of the Lake Shore Railroad
for more than 30 years. He came to Ligonier in 1883 and was a member of the Odd
Fellows and G.A.R. of Ligonier. He leaves a wife, 3 sons and 3 daughters.
Obsequies were held in the U. B. Church in Ligonier Sunday. 5-29-1901
Elser - An infant child of Wilson Elser of York Twp was buried in Albion
Cemetery last Tuesday. New Era 11-2-1882
Elser Elmer, a young man perhaps 30 years of age, living near Port
Mitchell, died a horrible death last Friday from drinking a large quantity of
carbolic acid. For many years he had been subject to epileptic fits and several
times threatened to take his life. He told hi mother what he had done and
utterly refused to take an antidote, evidently determined to die. Miss Emma, his
sister, is dangerously ill. Funeral was at York Presbyterian Church. Burial,
Sparta Cemetery. 7-?-1894
Elser George, son of Peter Elser of this county, died at his home in
Plainwell, Mich. September 21. He was born in Noble County in 1860 and was
married to Nellie Brown of Huntington on October 20, 1883. He was a business man
of Plainwell. Democrat 10-4-1894
Elser Melvina (Fuller), daughter of Robert L. and Margaret J. Fuller, was
born April 10, 1853 in Guernsey County, Ohio; died October 25, 1903, aged
50 years, 6 months and 15 days, from pneumonia. She came with her parents to
Noble County in 1854. In 1875 she married Wilson Elser. To this union 4 children
were born: Lillie, wife of James Kimmell, Edna, wife of Willard Cleland, Carlton
and Edgar who died in infancy, and Charles at home. She joined the Port Mitchell
Presbyterian Church in 1894. She leaves a husband, 2 daughters, a son, 2
brothers, one sister, 2 grandchildren. New Era 10-28 & 11-11-1903
Elser Peter died September 6, 1900, aged 72 years, 5 months and 11 days.
He was born in Mahoning County, Ohio, March 25, 1828. He came to Huntington
County, Indiana in 1855 and subsequently removed to Noble County and has since
resided on the farm he purchased near the site of Port Mitchell. He served York
Twp as trustee for 3 years and was the assessor for several years. He married
Susan Coblence of Ohio in 1850. She died in 1856. In 1858 he married J.
Whittaker, who died a few years ago. Two sons and one daughter preceded him in
death. Two sons, one daughter, one stepdaughter, 3 sisters, one brother, 8
grandchildren and one great-grandchild are left to mourn. Funeral was at the
late residence Sunday. Burial, Sparta Cemetery. Democrat 9-13-1900
Emahiser Mary Etherlinda, daughter of Timothy and Amy A. Gaby, was born near
Brimfield on the old Gaby farm Jun 4, 1846 and died at her Albion home December
16, 1917, aged 71 years, 6 months and 12 days. She lived with her parents on the
home farm until her marriage to Levi Emahiser March 27, 1864. They went to
housekeeping in a little log house near Brimfield, moving from there to Albion
on the farm now known as the Knox farm. On January 4, 1869 they moved to
Missouri and from there to Kansas, living there till 1871. From there they moved
back to Brimfield and then to Albion in 1904. She was the mother of 2 boys and 2
girls, John W. of Michigan, Charles L. of Albion, Emma Pippenger of
Kendallville, and Leah L. Rehbeck of Kokomo. Mrs. Emahiser was of a family of 7
children, of whom two survive, George D. Gaby of Ligonier and Charles Gaby of
Brimfield. She was a member of the M. E. Church at Albion. 12-16-1917
Emerick Berniece died at her home in Avilla last Tuesday. Burial
Sweet Cemetery. 10-2-1946
Emerick Jack died at his home 6 miles northeast of Kendallville, Monday
of heart trouble, aged about 56 years. Democrat 1-11-1906
Emge Clara Mary, 9, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Emge of near Ege, died
one week ago Sunday from appendicitis. The Emge family formerly resided in York
Twp. Obsequies were held last Wednesday at the Ege Catholic Church. Interment in
the church cemetery. Democrat 4-26-1909
Emge John, 76, died of a cerebral hemorrhage January 30 at his home at
Ege. Surviving are the widow, Mary; 4 sons, Carl Rinehart, Paul and John Emge,
at home; one daughter, Mrs. Mildred Konger of Noble County; 2 brothers,
Edward of Cincinnati and Valentine of White County; and one sister, Mrs. Clara
Weise of Lafayette. Funeral was Monday at the Immaculate Conception Church at
Ege. Burial, Ege Cemetery. 1-30-1941
Eminger Madge, 70, wife of Dale Eminger, died today at McCray Hospital.
She was born April 3, 1887 in Redwood Falls, Minn., and lived in Oregon prior to
her marriage November 9, 1905. She was a member of the Church of Christ.
Surviving are the husband; a daughter, Thelma, a teacher in the public schools
here; 2 sisters, Mrs. Blanche Pierson and Mrs. Estella Doyle, Portland, Ore.;
and a brother, G. S. Thompson, Klamath Falls, Oregon. Services will be Tuesday
in L. E. Berhalter & Son Funeral Home. Burial, Lake View Cemetery. 5-26-1957
Eminger Samuel, 82, died at the Noble County Infirmary Monday. The
remains were brought to the Walter Bonham undertaking parlors. Democrat
1-13-1927
Engle Amos died at his home in the southeast part of Jefferson Twp
November 10, 1905, aged about 50. He had not recovered completely form typhoid
fever during the summer and one week ago he had an operation for gallstones.
Obsequies were held at Rehoboth Church Monday. Burial, Rehoboth Cemetery.
Democrat 11-10-1905
Engle Andrew, a native of Hocking County, Ohio, where he was born
February 6, 1822, died at his residence in Perry Twp, Noble County, November
30, 1898 at the age of 76 years, 9 months and 22 days. When 10 years old he,
with his parents (constituting part of a little colony of the first settlers of
Noble County) migrated from Ohio to Indiana with ox teams in 1832, making the
final stop of their tedious journey on the evening of May 6 of that year. They
pitched their camp for the last night of that journey in the solitudes of that
journey in the solitudes of the wilderness of Indiana on the old Fort Wayne and
Pigeon Road at a point one-half mile south of where the corporation line of the
city of Ligonier is now located. He resided continuously in Perry Twp. Today the
sight of his grave is in plain view not 3 hundred yards from the site of the
last camp where he landed when he emigrated to Indiana 67 years ago. He married
Ann R. Conrad November 26, 1847 in Perry Twp. Five sons and 3 daughters were
born, 4 sons and one daughter surviving. His wife died June 19, 1892. Noble
Democrat 12-15-1898
Engle Hannah, widow of the late Ezra Engle, died at her home in
Charlotte, Mich. Sunday from pneumonia. Democrat 11-18-1926
Engle Ida, 83, a former resident of Allen Twp, died Friday in a nursing
home in Lakeville. Surviving are one son, Clifton, South Bend; and a sister.
Services will be conducted Monday at the Hollis Funeral Home in South Bend.
Burial, Mount Pleasant Cemetery. 4-17-1959
Engle Mary (Sigler), 70, was born in Morrow County, Ohio in 1822 and died
at her home in Avilla March 28, 1902. She married Washington Engle October 1,
1852 and to this union was born one son, Amos. In 1854 they moved to Indiana. In
1866 she joined the Rehoboth Lutheran Church. She leaves a husband; one son and
family; 2 sisters; one brother. Obsequies were at Mount Pleasant Church Sunday.
Burial, Mount Pleasant Cemetery. Democrat 4-3-1902
Engle Ralph Mrs. - Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Engle of near Kimmell attended
the funeral Saturday at Larwill of Mrs. Ralph Engle and small daughters,
Geraldine and Jean, who were killed in the crossing crash Wednesday
afternoon. Clarence Engle is a brother to Ralph. Democrat 3-15-1928
Engle Vera, the only daughter of Werten Engle and wife, died at the home
of her parents west of Ligonier February 2, aged 17 years, one month and 21
days. She frequently visited her cousin, Lulu Engle, in Albion. Funeral was at
the Christian Church in Ligonier. Burial, Ligonier Cemetery. Noble Democrat
2-12-1903
Enos Milton, son of James and Nancy Enos, died May 15, 1887, age 1 year,
8 months and 14 days. He was born August 31, 1885. Funeral was at Prouty
(Rehoboth) Church May 16, 1887. Democrat 5-18-1887
Enos William L, Green Twp, died at his home Monday, aged 60 years, 5
months and 18 days. He was born in Guernsey County, Ohio, and was a member of
Company H, 178th Regiment of Ohio Infantry. Cause of death was
hemorrhage of the lungs. He leaves a wife; one daughter, Mrs. Daniel Fuller of
Elkhart; and one son. Funeral was at Rehoboth Church Wednesday. Burial, Rehoboth
Cemetery. Democrat 8-9-1900
Erdley Mary Jane was the daughter of James and Margaret Stewart, born in
Noble County August 2, 1857. She was one of a family of 3 boys and 2 girls, all
of whom with her parents have preceded her in death. She is survived by one
niece, Mrs. Jesse Hoppe, daughter of Mrs. Nellie Stewart of the D. C. Freeman
family, and a number of double cousins, Mrs. Zeigler, Mrs. Gandy, the Charles
Stewart family, all of which seemed as close to her as brothers and sister. In
1883 she married Charles Wiley. He died in 1905. About 5 years ago she married
Asher Erdley. He died May 24, 1925 from pneumonia. She was aged 67 years, 9
months and 2 days. For 48 years she was a member of the Christian Church at
Merriam and the Wolf Lake Lodge of Pythian Sisters. Democrat 6-4-1925
Erdly Hester, the 18-months old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Bert Erdly, died
Wednesday. The little one has been troubled with bowel trouble. The poison had
gone to the brain and meningitis set in. Funeral will be held from the house
Thursday. The nature of the disease prevents a public funeral. Burial, Wolf Lake
Cemetery. Wolf Lake Trolley 10-22-1908
Erdly Margaret, daughter of Martin and Barbara (Hass) Snyder, was
born in Alsace, Germany, April 9, 1843 and was the fifth of a family of 6, 4
sisters and 2 brothers, 5 half-sisters and 4 half-brothers. Two sisters and one
brother and half brothers and half sisters are all living. She came to America
with her parents when about one year old and settled near Akron, Ohio. Upon
coming to Indiana she made her home with her sister, Mrs. Thomas Earnhart,
where she was married to William Erdly November 19, 1870. To this union
were born 3 sons and 4 daughters: George Franklin, Leora Irene, Hartman, Carie
Cornela, dying in infancy, Charles Russell, Leo Burton, Alice Amelia Seymoure,
Emma Blanche. Mrs. Erdly was sprinkled when an infant in the German
Reformed Church in Germany. In Wolf Lake she threw her lot with the Baptist
Church. She died February 13, 1915, aged 71 years, 10 months and 4 days.
Obsequies were in the Wolf Lake Baptist Church February 16. Burial, Wolf Lake
Cemetery. Democrat 2-22-1915
Erdly William, second son of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Erdly, was born at
Ludington, Mich., March 3, 1906 and died August 24, 1927, aged 21 years, 5
months and 21 days. He received a part of his education in the Wolf Lake schools
and the remainder near Thompsonville, Mich., where he resided most of his life.
Last Monday, while assisting in raising a scaffold over a 20-foot coal unloading
pit, he and 2 other men were thrown into the pit, where he received injuries
which caused his death at the city hospital at Akron, O. Roy Averill,
superintendent of the construction company, accompanied the body to the home of
his aunt, Miss Blanch Erdly of this place. He leaves the father, mother, and 2
brothers, Glenn of Grand Rapids, Mich., and Russel of Kimmell. Funeral was at
the Baptist Church. Burial, Wolf Lake Cemetery. Democrat 9-1-1927
Erickson Henry, 40, of Burlington, Ill., a son of the late Dr. Erickson,
a former resident of Kendallville, died at the home of his sister in Chicago
last Saturday of consumption. He was unmarried. Burial, Lake View Cemetery.
Democrat 8-9-1900
Eshelman Mabel, the 8-year old daughter of J. J. Eshelman and wife of
Kendallville, died on Wednesday of last week. Democrat 5-22-1902
Etchyson Mrs., 76, an inmate of the county infirmary, died at that
institution Monday from cancer. She formerly resided at Ligonier. Democrat
7-28-1898
Ettling Mary, about 70, sister of Mrs. E. F. Coats of this city, died at
Marshallville, Ohio from paralysis. Albion Democrat 2-14-1901
Evans Eliza, 43, wife of Joseph Evans, died January 27. She leaves a
husband and 5 children. It appears she died with typhoid fever. New Era 2-4-1875
Evans Elizabeth died from paralysis at her home in Fort Smith, Arkansas,
March 28, aged about 60. The remains were taken to St. Louis, Mo. where the
interment was made last Friday. She leaves one daughter who resides in Fort
Smith and one son in St. Louis. She was a resident of Albion for many years,
removing to St. Louis about 20 years ago. She was a daughter of the late
Hollabert H. Brown and an aunt of Mrs. H. W. Franks of this city. Democrat
4-5-1900
Evans Ernest Mrs. , about 55, died at Hillsdale, Oklahoma. Mr. and Mrs.
Loren Smith and William Evans left Tuesday for Hillsdale. Cause of death is
unknown. American 5-14-1942
Evans Lydia, daughter of Matthew and Elizabeth Wysong, was born in
Elkhart County, Indiana, November 2, 1845 and died in the parental home at Burr
Oak ,March 7, 1894, aged 48 years, 4 months and 5 days. She married William N.
Evans February 3, 1870. To them was born one son, who, with her husband, has
gone on before. She leaves 3 brothers and 5 sisters. Funeral was at the
Richville Church west of Ligonier Friday last. Democrat 3-15-1894
Eversole George, 84, York Twp, died at his home August 29, 1891. Funeral
Monday. Burial, Sparta Cemetery. Democrat 9-2-1891
Exner Edna J, 63, died yesterday in the home of Dean Baughman, 3
miles northwest of Garrett, where she had been housekeeper several years.
Surviving are a daughter, Mrs. Wanette Brodersen, Niles, Mich.; a sister, Mrs.
Tom Miller, Albion; a brother, Otto Huff, Mishawaka; and 4 grandchildren.
Services will be Tuesday in Bonham & Miser Funeral Home. Burial, Rose Hill
Cemetery. 6-23-1957