Fagan John Mrs. (Nicodemus) died of dropsy of the heart at her home in South Chicago on Sunday last. Funeral at that place Tuesday. Democrat 9-5-1888
Fair Jonathan, a farmer residing southwest of LaOtto, dropped dead Tuesday from heart failure. He had gone out to attend to his morning chores when his death occurred. He leaves a widow and 2 children, Ethel and Cleon, and an adopted son, Melvin Fair. Democrat 10-21-1909
Fair Samuel Jr., 23, died from tuberculosis at the home of his mother, Mrs. Sarah Fair, near Wolf Lake February 18. He is survived by a mother, a wife, daughter, brothers and sisters. His father, Samuel Fair, died a little over one year ago. Funeral was at the home Sunday. Burial, Wolf Lake Cemetery. Democrat 2-22-1915
Fairchild James, 18, of Jefferson Twp, Whitley County, was kicked by a horse last Monday and died Tuesday. Democrat 9-3-1903
Farmer - The 12-year old son of a Mr. Farmer of LaOtto died Wednesday from measles. This is the fifth death in the county due to measles since January 1 and yet some people condemn the health officer because he quarantines cases of measles. Democrat 5-28-1903
Fausnaugh Alta, one of the infant twins of Dora Fausnaugh and wife died at its home in Kimmell last Saturday, aged one year and 3 days. Little Alta leaves to mourn a father, mother, 2 sisters, one brother and grandparents. Services were at the Methodist Episcopal Church Monday. Burial, Sparta Cemetery. Democrat 5-20-1909
Fausnaugh Ethel Doll was born August 1, 1885; departed this life May 28, 1925, aged 39 years, 9 months and 24 days. She married Noah Fausnaugh March 11, 1906. She leaves a husband, 7 children, 2 having preceded her in death, a father, mother, 4 brothers, 3
sisters and one grandmother. Burial, Sparta Sunday. Democrat 6-4-1925
Faux - The daughter of Kincade Faux of Orange Twp died July 1 after a short illness of only 4 days. She was 11 years and 10 months old. Funeral was Friday from the Baptist Church. Burial, Orange Cemetery. Democrat 7-9-1903
Faux Frank, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Alpheus Faux, died at the home of his parents southwest of Kendallville of erysipelas, aged 20 years and 16 days. He had been in the best of health until a few days prior to his death, when he was stricken with the fatal disease. He is survived by his parents, one sister and 3 brothers. Democrat 12-24-1914
Faux Selina M, 58, relict of the late Kincade Faux, of Orange Twp, died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Bert Strater, on Tuesday. She is survived by one son and one daughter. Obsequies were held at Center Chapel Thursday afternoon. Democrat 8-26-1909
Favinger - The infant child of John Favinger died Wednesday of last week. Democrat 9-5-1901
Favinger Alvira, daughter of David and Catherine Watt, was born in Huntingdon County, Pa., Mary 22, 1839. With the family she came to Noble County in 1846. Of this family of 9 children, one remains, John Watt of Green Twp. She married Jacob Favinger November 9, 1863. At the close of the Civil War they settled upon a Green Twp farm. They moved to Albion in 1890. She joined the Methodist Episcopal Church of Summit in 1883. Earlier in life she was an active member of the Woman’s Relief Corps and Pythian Sisters of Albion. To her were born 5 sons, William H. of Albion, Abraham W. who died at Kendallville in 1902, John C. who died in Green Twp in 1904, Marion S. of Houston, Texas, and George E. of Huntington Park, California. She leaves her husband, 3 sons, 13 grandchildren, 2 great-grandchildren. She died April 10, 1915, aged 75 years, 10 months and 18 days. New Era 4-14-1915
Favinger John was born in Columbiana County, Ohio, November 3, 1835 and died at his home in Green Twp February 11, 1901, aged 65 years, 3 months and 8 days. In 1850 when he was 15 years of age the family removed to Noble County and settled in Green Twp where he has since resided. In January 1859 he married Mary Jane Mosier and to this union 3 children were born. In 1864 he enlisted as a soldier in the war and remained in service until the close of the rebellion. His wife died April 16, 1866, leaving him with the care of 3 small children. He married again October 20, 1866 to Mrs. Caroline Zigler, and to them was born one child. He was a member of the Methodist Church. He leaves his wife; 4 daughters, Mesdames Mary Smith, Anna Fulks, Rosa May and Emma Rosenogle; 3 brothers, 5 sisters, 10 grandchildren. Funeral was at Burr Oak February 13. Burial, Christian Chapel Cemetery. Democrat 1-14 & 21-1901
Feebles Lillie E, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ephriam Bartley, was born in York Twp March 28, 1874 and died at her home about 1 and ½ miles southwest of Ligonier of gastritis November 29, 1909, aged 35 years, 8 months and one day. She married Lee Feebles on July 10, 1892. To this union 2 children were born. The daughter, Leilah Hazel is 11 and the son, Beryle Bartley Feebles will be 2 in February. Her mother died 6 years ago. The 2 children, her husband and her father survive. Obsequies were at the home Wednesday. Democrat 12-2 & 13-1909
Feightner David died at his home in Jefferson Twp Saturday. He was in town the Saturday before his death but after that the disease took a firmer hold and affected his brain so that he was unable to recognize anyone. He was born in Noble County March 13, 1870 and at the time of death was aged 28 years and 19 days. His wife was a Miss Markle of Wayne County, Ohio. He leaves a wife, 2 children, a mother, 3 brothers and 3 sisters. Funeral was at Mount Pleasant Monday. Noble Democrat 4-7-1898
Feightner Jacob, about 54, an ex-soldier who resided southeast of Albion, died Wednesday of last week. He was buried at Mount Pleasant on Friday. New Era 6-18-1894 Democrat 6-21-1894
Felkner Margaret A (Woods) was born February 1, 1847 at Mechanicsburg, Ohio; died April 19, 1899, aged 52 years, 2 months and 19 days. When 9 years of age her parents moved to Warsaw, Ind. She was married at Dayton, Ohio March 13, 1866 to Thomas B. Felkner. They moved to Milford in the fall of 1867. To this union were born 3 children - William, Harry Woods and Anna. Harry died in 1873 at the age of 2 years and 4 months. In May 1880 the family moved to Albion, where they resided until 4 years ago when the wife became mentally afflicted and was removed to Longcliff, where she died. Her husband suffered a severe stroke of paralysis in 1888 and became totally helpless. Services were at the Christian Church April 20. Burial in the cemetery south of Milford where husband and child are sleeping. Albion Democrat 5-4-1899
Felton Carrie, wife of Christian Felton, died from black diphtheria in Toledo, Ohio, where she had been visiting her son, John, for several weeks. Her body was brought here for burial Friday and was laid to rest in the Cosperville Cemetery. Democrat 1-18-1900
Felton Christian was born in Germany on May 20, 1851 and died at his home near Wawaka on February 5, 1911, aged 59 years, 9 months and 26 days. When he was 3 years old his parents brought him to America and settled on a farm near Wawaka, where he lived at the time of his death. He attended both English and German schools. At the age of 22 he married Carrie Pasch, and this union was blessed with one son, John W., of Toledo, Ohio, a conductor on the Lake Shore Railway. His wife died January 10, 1900. He married Sophia Reese of Kendallville on March 20, 1901. He is survived by his wife, one son, 2 grandchildren, one brother and 2 sisters. He was a member of the German Methodist Episcopal Church at Wawaka where obsequies were held and a member of the Knights of Pythias. Burial, Cosperville Cemetery. Democrat 2-16-1911
Ferguson George, the son of James Ferguson of Ligonier, died on Tuesday of last week from consumption, aged 24 years, 11 months and 10 days. He was a member of Company L, 157^th Indiana Volunteers and it is thought that the exposure in the malaria laden swamps of Florida during the Spanish-American War was where he contracted the fatal disease. Albion Democrat 2-14-1901
Fetter Jacob, 75, father of Jacob and Gus Fetter of Kendallville, died at his home in Butler one week ago Tuesday. He leaves an aged wife and family. Democrat 3-7-1901
Fetters Enoch, a former Noble County resident, died at his home near King City, Mo., January 26, 1901. He was a brother of William Fetters of Perry Twp and Harmon Fetters of Lake Wawasee. During the Civil War he was a member of the 76^th Ohio Regiment for nearly four years. He leaves a wife and 3 daughters. Albion Democrat 1-31-1901
Fetters Jacob T, 17, drowned at Johnston Lake 2 miles from here on last Monday. He, Dell Beers, Elmer Weeks and little Floyd Fetters went fishing on the lake. They started to the landing and when about 20 feet from the edge they commenced to splash and throw water. The boat overturned and Jacob set his little brother on the overturned boat. The boat sank and Beers took the little boy and swam for shore. Jacob drowned as he was trying to swim to shore. There was one hundred and a number of women present. The parents lost a little son by him getting a grain of corn in his windpipe last spring. Funeral was at Salem Wednesday. Democrat 5-31- & 6-7-1900
Fields Forrest E, 76, former mayor of Kendallville, ex-county recorder, school teacher and lawyer, dropped dead from heart attack February 25 at his Kendallville home. 2-25-1938
Fike James Mrs. of Brimfield, died Sunday. Funeral Tuesday at the M. E. Church in Brimfield. Burial, Orange Cemetery. New Era 2-10-1904
Finch Stella May (Sharp), died at her home in Mishawaka one week ago Thursday from tuberculosis, aged 28 years, 2 months and 17 days. She married Samuel K. Finch January 15, 1907. Prior to her marriage, she was the widow of the late Thaddeus Kimmell and resided at Kimmell. She is survived by the husband and a little daughter a few days old. Obsequies were held at the late residence Saturday. Democrat 12-6-1909
Finley Minnie, daughter of John and Malissa Finley, died April 21, 1886, aged 4 years, 1 month and 3 days. Democrat 4-28-1886
Firestone Matilda, 74, a 25-year resident of Columbia City, died Wednesday in Memorial Hospital. She was a native of Etna Twp and a member of First Baptist Church. Surviving are 3 daughters, Mrs. Charles Feit, Columbia City, Mrs. Gilbert Foster, Elkhart, and Mrs. Rudy Wuletich, Chesterton; 6 grandchildren; 5 great-grandchildren; and 2 sisters. Funeral Saturday in Smith Funeral Home. Burial, Thorn Cemetery. 7-23-1958
Fischer Jeanette, 9-months old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William Fischer of near Avilla died December 27 at the Garrett Hospital. Funeral was Monday at St. Mary’s Church in Avilla. Burial, Church Cemetery. American 1-1-1942
Fish William died October 1 from chronic prostitis and cystitis; age, 80 years and 4 months; occupation, harness maker; residence and place of death, Kendallville; birthplace, Pennsylvania; burial, Lake View Cemetery. Albion Democrat 12-7-1899
Fisher Calvin died Saturday at his home in Ligonier. He had served as night watchman in Ligonier for 7 years. He leaves a wife and 10 grown children. Democrat 9-25-1924
Fisher Charles, 77, a former resident of Brimfield, died at the Soldiers’ Home at Dayton, Ohio. The body was taken to Ligonier for burial. He was a veteran of the Civil War and after the death of his wife several years ago he lived alone for a time before entering the Soldiers’ Home. He is survived by 2 sons, Sam of Wakarusa and Frank of LaPorte; and 2 daughters, Mrs. Will Regula of Mishawaka and Mrs. G. Arthur of Warsaw. 4-10-1919
Fisher Charles M died at his home in Hanover, Kansas, December 6, 1909, aged 34 years, 8 months and 2 days. He was the son of Mr. and Mrs. Van B. Fisher of Seneca, Kansas. They formerly resided in this county at Brimfield, the former being the brother of J. H. Fisher, the building mover of Kendallville, and the latter a sister of Mrs. J. Martin Strater and Mrs. John E. Stewart of Orange Twp, and a cousin of Mrs. M. E. McEwen of this city. Obsequies were held at Seneca Methodist Episcopal Church December 8. Democrat 12-13-1909
Fisher Dora, 19, daughter of Edward Fisher and wife, formerly of Albion, but now resident of Avilla, died Sunday. Funeral was Monday. Albion Democrat 1-3-1901
Fisher Hiram died at Marshfield, Wis., January 30, 1901, aged 67 years, 4 months and 12 days. The funeral of him and his sister were held in the Christian Chapel at the same hour. His death was caused by an injury received while working in a mill. She suffered a broken ankle among other things. Albion Democrat 2-7-1901
Fisher Perry, 84, retired farmer, died May 1 at his home in Rome City from heart disease. He moved to this area at an early age from Fostoria, Ohio and became a member of the Methodist Church. Burial, Orange Cemetery. New Era 5-6-1942
Fitch Alice R was born at Pulaski, Jackson County, Michigan, August 8, 1855, the daughter of Alfred and Leona Bayne. She was twice married and leaves surviving her the husband Eugene S. Fitch to whom she was married September 27, 1881; and 2 daughters, Mrs. Clara Knox and Mrs. Zadel Brooks; and 3 brothers and 2 sisters. She was preceded in death by 3 children; Fay, Charlie and Zella. She was a member of the Garrett Lodge of Ladies of the Maccabees and of the Pythian Sisters of Albion. Obsequies were at the last residence Thursday. Burial, Albion Cemetery. R. S. Woodruff, wife and daughter, Helen and son, Clyde, of Detroit, Mrs. Will Ecker of Hudson, and Mrs. Nellie Gillsby of Concord, Mich., attended the funeral. The former was a brother, and the latter 2 were sisters of the deceased. Democrat 6-24-1918
Fitch Zella D, infant daughter of Eugene S. and Alice Fitch, was born December 5, 1887; died August 30, 1888, aged 8 months and 25 days. Funeral was at the Albion home. Noble County Democrat 9-5-1888
Fitzpatrick Ann (Mack) died at her home on E. Orange St., December 14, 1898, aged 64 years and 17 days. She was born in Ireland November 27, 1834 and came to America when 6 years of age. She lived in Zanesville, Ohio for 34 years. During this time she married Patrick Fitzpatrick and they removed to Cromwell, Indiana 24 years ago. She leaves a husband, 3 boys and 4 girls. Her remains were taken to Ligonier on December 17 to the Catholic Church where high mass ceremonies were performed. Noble Democrat 12-22-1898
Fitzpatrick John, 56, former resident of Albion, died in Los Angeles last week. He was born at Cromwell, was local depot agent from 1896 to 1902 when he resigned and moved to the west coast and entered the employ of the Southern Pacific as a telegrapher, working for that company up until about 2 years ago. He is survived by his wife and 2 sons, Pierre and Donavan, aged about 31 and 25 years, respectively. Mrs. Fitzpatrick was Miss Della Norris, a former Albion girl. Democrat 7-24-1924
Flaherty John O, about 70, Orange Twp, living about one and one half miles north of Brimfield, died from diabetes Wednesday. He was born in Tralee, Kerry County, Ireland and moved to this country in 1860. A wife, one daughter and 2 sons remain. Funeral at Rome City. The relatives and many friends were conveyed to Avilla over the Grand Rapids & Indiana Railway. Burial, Avilla Catholic Cemetery. Democrat 2-8-1894
Flaherty Mary was born at Brimfield September 14, 1860 and died June 25, 1895, aged 34 years, 9 months and 11 days. She leaves a mother and 2 brothers. She was the eighth of the family to die. Funeral was at Avilla where her remains were laid to rest. Democrat 7-4-1895
Flaherty Minnie Gibson, 83, wife of William Flaherty, died yesterday in her home. She suffered a stroke last March. A daughter of Reason and Harriet DeBolt, she was born near Rome City April 1, 1875. Surviving are the husband and 11 nieces and nephews. Funeral will be Saturday in William Funeral Home, Wolcottville. Burial, Salem Cemetery. 1959
Flanery Elizabeth died from dropsy at her home February 4, aged about 75. She leaves 2 sons and 3 daughters. Funeral was at the Catholic Church on Thursday. Democrat 2-13-1902
Fleck - The funeral of the infant child of Mr. and Mrs. Fleck was held at the Chapel Monday. Mrs. Fleck was Lura Kiester. Democrat 1-23-1908
Fleck William W, 84, retired farmer, died Saturday in the Irvin Nursing Home, Columbia City. A lifelong resident of Whitley County, he is survived by 4 sons, Harold, Kenneth, Raymond and Chalmer; one daughter, Mrs. Irvin Sprouls; 11 grandchildren; 6 great-grandchildren and 2 sisters. Services will be Tuesday in Sonday Funeral Home. Burial, Christian Chapel Cemetery. 10-17-1959
Fleming Jennie (Brackney) died in Chicago July 30, 1902, aged 52 years, 5 months and 12 days. She was born in Sunbury, Butler County, Pa., and removed with her parents to Indiana when she was 5. In 1883 she became a resident of Kansas City, Mo., where she married Horace E. Fleming in 1888. He died in 1895. She was the daughter of the late John Brackney of Jefferson Twp. The remains were taken to Kansas City for interment in Forest Hill Cemetery. She leaves one daughter; 2 sisters, Mrs. L. G. Ripley of Montague, Mich., Mrs. William Snyder of Santa Clara, Cal., Mrs. A. M. Cutler of Grand Rapids, Mich.; brothers, A. L. Brackney of Ben Lomond, Cal., and M. D. Brackney of Santa Clara, Cal. Democrat 7-24 & 8-7-1902
Fleming Reno, son of ex-prosecutor Lon D. Fleming and wife formerly of Ligonier but at the present time residing in Brooklyn, while riding his bicycle in that city the latter part of last week, fell off and when picked up was dead. A post mortem exam disclosed the fact that his heart was almost twice as large as it should have been. Noble Democrat 6-23-1898
Flinn - The oldest daughter of Sherman Flinn, formerly of this place, but lately of Walkerton, died Thursday last week. Funeral was at Walkerton Saturday. Democrat 9-24-1903
Flinn Bell Purdy of York Twp was born in Noble County November 10, 1863 and died April 22, 1899, 35 years, 5 months and 10 days of age. She married Levi N. Flinn February 23, 1888. She leaves a husband, 3 children, a father, 2 brothers, 3 sisters. Funeral was at the late residence Monday. Burial, Wright Cemetery. Albion Democrat 4-27-1899
Flinn Ella (Hossinger), 38, died at her home in York Twp 4 miles northwest of this city September 30. She married Levi Flinn about 2 years ago. Obsequies were held at the Pleasant Hill Church Sunday. Burial, Wright Cemetery. 1-5-1909
Flinn Eugene Mrs. died at her home in Cromwell Friday. Burial, Sparta Cemetery. New Era 2-14-1906
Flinn Hattie Tamson (Blessing) was born November 6, 1873 near Wadena, Ind. She married O. M. Flinn on January 15, 1895 at Redkey, Ind. The following year the couple removed to Albion, where they have since resided. She died of catarrh of the stomach May 8, 1900. Funeral was at the home. Interment in the south cemetery at Oxford. 5-8-1900
Flinn John was killed in Georgia recently. The body arrived here the first of the week and was taken care of by Henney & Surfus Funeral Directors. He was a former resident of this place. Democrat 12-17-1925
Flora Mary died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Isaac Evers, near Kendallville April 12, 1909, aged 80 years, 4 months and 14 days. She was born in Morrison Cove, Bedford County, Pennsylvania. She married Michael Flora at Rome City September 24, 1848. He died in 1856. To this union was born 3 sons and one daughter, the sons dying in infancy. She was a member of the Church of the Brethren. Obsequies were held at the home of her son-in-law, Isaac Evers. Burial in the old family burying ground. Democrat 4-26-1909
Flory Clementine was born in Mansfield, Ohio, May 17, 1832 and died at the home of her daughter in Ligonier October 29, 1907, aged 75 years, 5 months and 12 days. 10-29-1907
Flowers Georgia Pearl, daughter of John Flowers, died at her Cromwell home of consumption April 26, 1903, aged 17 years, 4 months and 15 days. She was born in Cromwell December 11, 1885. She was a member of the Class of 1903 of Cromwell High School. Obsequies were held in the Lutheran Church yesterday. Burial, Sparta Cemetery. Daily Record 4-26-1903
Flowers Joel died Wednesday last week, 81 years, 7 months and 18 days. He was a resident of Cromwell. Burial, Sparta Cemetery. Democrat 6-19-1902
Fogle Berlin, 68, died Sunday at his home in Albion. Surviving are the widow, Grace; a son, Harry, Columbia City; 2 daughters, Mrs. Mildred Soules, Grand Rapids, Mich., and Mrs. Margaret Bauman, Kendallville; 4 grandchildren; 2 sisters, Mrs. Roy Wheeler and Mrs. Ross Kilgore, City; and a brother, Cyril, Manassas, Va. Services will be Tuesday at Bonham & Miser Funeral Home. Burial, Rose Hill Cemetery. 3-6-1955
Fogle George, Green Twp, died one day last week. New Era 2-11-1886
Fogle Philip died February 6, 1886 of chronic bronchitis at his residence 2 miles south of Albion, aged 68 years, 9 months and 22 days. He was born in Pendleton County, Kentucky and remained there until about 1842. He emigrated to Morrow County, Ohio, and remained there until the spring of 1863 when he emigrated to his subsequent residence where he remained until his death. His wife died 3 years ago and 3 of his 8 children have also died. Democrat 2-10-1886
Fogle Thomas, who met with a misfortune of January 18 by a tree falling on him, died from the injuries last Sunday. Burial, Union Church Cemetery, Jefferson Twp. He leaves a young wife. Democrat 7-25-1883
Folk - The 2-year old daughter of Rev. Folk died Tuesday from tuberculosis. New Era 3-24-1915
Folk John, the little son of Rev. J. S. Folk and wife, died last Tuesday. Obsequies were Thursday in the frame church at the village. The deceased was aged one year and 10 months. Burial, Indian Village Cemetery. Democrat 3-25-1915
Foote John Calvin, one of Noble County’s oldest citizens, died at his home in Albion Saturday, aged 89 years, 10 months and 22 days. Funeral at the Presbyterian Church, Albion, Tuesday. Burial, Wright Cemetery. 7-26-1924
Foote Martha (Peterson) was born in Wood County, Ohio, October 24, 1866, and died of consumption in York Twp, Noble County, December 25, 1897, aged 31 years, 2 months and one day. Her parents moved to York Twp before she was one year old and she had resided in the Twp ever since. She married George L. Foote March 28, 1889, to which 4 children were born: Gladys, Elvie, Frank and Naomi. One brother, Welcome S. Peterson, who was deputy recorder under J. J. Lash; and one sister, Lona Levering, preceded her in death. She leaves one brother, Clinton F. Peterson of South Bend; and 3 sisters, Melvina, wife of Leander James of Kendallville, Anna L, wife of G. S. Russell of York Twp, and Emma, wife of Edward Targgart of Swan Twp. Funeral was at the residence of J. C. Foote Tuesday. Burial, Wright Cemetery. 12-25-1897
Foote Rebecca (Farwell) was born at Hillsborough, Mass., March 8, 1807; was married to John N. Foote at Middlebury, Vermont, March 30, 1823; died in York Twp March 30, 1895, aged 88 years and 22 days. Her husband died October 30, 1855. She was the mother of 7 daughters and one son, of whom the son and 3 daughters are left. She had resided with her son, Calvin, near York Center. Democrat 4-4-1895
Ford Charles was found unconscious on the railroad a couple of miles south of Albion. He had come to Rome City some months before the death of Clark Houghton, who was then proprietor of the Lakeside House, to whom Charley engaged himself as cook. He was shabbily dressed and looked more like a pauper than a professor of music. But soon it was discovered that he could pound a piano similar to those fellows who are often found in lager beer saloons in cities. He soon courted and won the heart of one of the fair damsels of our place - one of fine musical talent. Against the earnest protestation of the father (the mother being dead) the 2 repaired to Sturgis, Michigan, and were married. The ‘Prof’ then undertook teaching music in Kendallville, Goshen and other places, which always proved futile, till at length word came that he had a wife living in Illinois, whom he had married under the assumed name of Wilson. As soon as this news was received, Mr. Hamlin (his father-in-law) proceeded to Michigan and brought his daughter home. Mr. Ford had in his possession when he took the fatal poison, letters addressed to his wife and his father-in-law and to the coroner’s jury. Excepts of his published statement follow. "To whom this may concern - I know that this is a case of suicide and will require a coroner’s jury to give a decision before burial. Blame no one for this. It is all done by my own hands. As I sincerely and devotedly loved my wife, Evangeline Adelia Ford, I sacrifice the great blessing of the world, life, for her and her alone. I destroyed life with morphine. Charles Harrison Ford." New Era 7-15-1875
Ford Sarah J, 80, died at her home in Kendallville last Thursday of pneumonia. She had been housekeeper of G. M. Stah for 14 years. Obsequies were Sunday at Avilla. Burial, Avilla Cemetery. Democrat 1-6-1908
Forker - The infant son of J. Forker died last Friday and was buried in the Union Cemetery Saturday. The babe was 11 days old and its little twin brother was buried a week before. New Era 9-2-1908
Forker Edith E, 88, died Tuesday in McCray Hospital. She was the widow of Johnnie Forker. Two sons, one daughter, 16 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren survive. Services Friday at L. E. Berhalter & Son Funeral Home. 9-2-1969
Forker Jack died near Huntington recently, aged 68 years, 10 months and 2 days. He was a brother of Samuel Forker. Albion Democrat 12-28-1899
Forker Oliver C was born in Binghamton, Broome County, New York, June 25, 1825. He emigrated to Noble County in 1842. He married Elizabeth Dingman October 12, 1845 and settled upon the farm where he resided up to the time of death. He leaves a wife, 7 sons and one daughter. Burial August 26, Union Cemetery of Jefferson Twp. 8-24-1880
Forker Samuel, pioneer soldier citizen of Albion, aged about 75, died Sunday at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Frank Skeels, near Burr Oak, south of Albion, from a complication of diseases. He was a Civil War veteran and served his country in three different regiments, the last being the 30^th Indiana Volunteer Infantry. His wife died many years ago. He leaves the daughter and one son, Ed of Fort Wayne. Funeral will be Tuesday. Burial, Sanford Cemetery beside his wife. 1-9-1921
Forker Truman B was born in Noble County October 24, 1846, and died at his home in Ticonic, Iowa, February 22, 1909, aged 62 years, 3 months and 28 days. He lived in Kendallville with his parents until 1847 when they moved to the farm west of Kendallville, commonly known as the old Forker home. In September 1864 he enlisted in Company A., 142^nd Indiana Regiment and served as a soldier of the Civil War until July 3, 1865. In December 1873 he married Lucinda Busler and moved to the Busler farm one mile south of his former home. To this union were born 4 children: Ada, George, Wilf and Elizabeth. On April 21, 1886, he and his family moved to Nebraska. He leaves a wife, 4 children, 11 grandchildren, 5 brothers and one sister. 2-22-1909
Forrester Margarett (Raschbacker) was born January 28, 1844, in Marion County, Ind. She lost both her parents in her childhood. She married John A. Forrester of Hamilton County, Ohio, in 1860. To this union were born 4 children, 2 of whom died in infancy. Her daughter, Mary, died in 1902. She has made her home for the last 9 years with her only surviving daughter, Mrs. B. F. Green of LaGrange. She died February 2, 1907. Brief service at Sparta Church February 24. Burial beside her daughter in Sparta Cemetery. 2-22-1907
Forshey Frederick, father of W. M. Forshey of this city, died at his home in Garrett Saturday. Funeral was at that place Monday. Democrat 9-23-1897
Forst Cecil, 49, a tool and die maker and part-time resident of Kendallville, was found dead in his home at the Kendall Hotel Monday. He apparently had died Sunday. He had returned to Kendallville in March following his discharge from the Dr. Norman Beatty Memorial Hospital, Westville and resided for a time with a brother, Herman. Also surviving are a son, Lee, Pleasant Lake; a daughter, Ann, Anderson; 3 other brothers, James of Kendallville, Jacob of Ypsilanti, Mich., and Eugene of Flint, Mich.; 2 sisters, Mrs. Russell Fuller, Green Castle, and Mrs. Harry Gilmore, Mantau, Mich. Services at Caton & Frurip Funeral Home, LaGrange Wednesday. Burial, E. Springfield Cemetery near LaGrange. 6-9-1958
Fortman - Mr. died at his home northeast of Avilla last Saturday. Funeral in the Avilla Catholic Church Monday. Democrat 7-7-1898
Fosker Nettie, 18, died at her home near Kendallville December 17, 1891. Funeral was December 19 at the Union Church and burial was in cemetery nearby. Democrat 12-23-1891
Foster Clinton D died at his home in Avilla March 8, 1899, aged 35 years, 5 months and 13 days. A few weeks ago he engaged with a wholesale grocery house of Chicago and had leased the St. James Hotel in Avilla. He was the second son of Samuel M. and Rebecca Foster, born in Albion October 25, 1863. His father died January 30, only about 5 weeks earlier. He married Alice Barnes of Milford August 24, 1887, and to this union one daughter was born, now 5 years old. Funeral was in the Presbyterian Church March 10. A wife, daughter, mother, one sister and one brother remain. Burial, Albion Cemetery. Albion Democrat 3-16-1899
Foster Ephriam of Allen Twp retired in his usual good health on Monday night and about 4 o’clock Tuesday morning woke his wife with, "My God, my head!" and as he did not respond to her reply, she lit a light and found him apparently dying. Democrat 11-18-1885
Foster Harry DeWitt, son of Clinton D. and Alice Foster, died in Walkerton, Indiana, December 18, 1888, aged 6 months 21 days. Funeral was at the residence of his grandparents Foster on December 20. Burial, Sweet Cemetery. 12-20-1888
Foster Herbert B, 89, died Sunday in Kondas Nursing Home near Albion. His wife, the former Caroline Earnhart, died in July 1957. Surviving are a son, Samuel Thomas Foster, Washington, D.C.; and a daughter, Miss Lucy in the Kondas Nursing Home. Services will be Tuesday in Ulrey-Sedgwick Funeral Home. Burial, Sparta Cemetery. 10-12-1958
Foster Lucy, 67, died December 20, in the Kondas Nursing Home near Albion. She had previously lived in South Bend and Ligonier. Her only survivor is a brother, Samuel Thomas Foster of Phoenix, Arizona. Funeral was Tuesday in Ulrey-Sedgwick Funeral Home. Burial, Sparta Cemetery. 12-20-1959
Foster Rose A died at her home east of Swan Saturday. She was the mother of Eugene Foster, the sister of J. H. Eley of Kendallville and the aunt of W. H. Hart of Albion. Funeral was at the Union Church in Jefferson Twp Tuesday. Democrat 9-6-1900
Foster Samuel M died Monday of cancer of the stomach. He was the son of Jehu and Margaret Foster. He was born in Morrow County, Ohio, May 24, 1829 and at the time of death was 69 years, 8 months and 6 days. At the age of 9 he accompanied his parent to Jefferson Twp. He married Rebecca Edwards November 12, 1855. They had 3 children: William T. of Kendallville, Clinton D. of Columbia City, and Mrs. Minnie Wells of Albion. He was, for a number of years, deputy sheriff of Noble County and served Albion Twp as assessor for 4 years. He was a carpenter by trade. The last building on which he had the contract was the residence of J. C. Foote and which was completed a few months ago. He was a charter member of Albion Lodge No. 97, F&AM. Funeral was in the Presbyterian Church Wednesday. Albion Democrat 2-2-1899
Foster Susan - Mrs. J. D. Berger received word Thursday of the death of her mother, Mrs. Susan Foster of Galatea, Ohio. Democrat 5-28-1903
Fox - A daughter of Robert Fox was buried in the Ligonier Cemetery last week. New Era 11-2-1882
Fox Robert died May 15, 1903 at his home northeast of Ligonier. He moved with his parents from Fort Wayne to Noble County in 1841. He was born April 16, 1832 at Toronto, Canada. His parents came from Ireland a short time before. His father died when Robert was a young child. His brothers and sisters are also dead except Mrs. Eliza Summers and Mrs. Maria Kinney. Services were at the residence Mary 17, 1903. Burial, Ligonier Cemetery. Democrat 5-15-1903
Frahm Mary, daughter of John Frahm, died at his residence 4 miles north of this city Friday. Funeral Sunday at the residence. Democrat 8-16-1894
Frain Isaac - Mrs. J. A. Hatfield returned from Elkhart where she had been called by the sudden demise of her father, Isaac Frain, who was killed by being dragged while trying to lead an unruly cow. New Era 8-5-1903
Francis Samuel, 62, was buried last Thursday. New Era 10-25-1877
Francisco Uriah Mrs. died at the home of her son, William Francisco, near Ligonier, last Friday, aged 82 years and 10 months. Obsequies were in the U.B. Church Monday. Burial, Salem Cemetery. Democrat 2-16-1911
Francisco Hiram, 53, a former resident of Ligonier, but more recently of Mishawaka, died in that city, Monday of last week. Remains were buried in Ligonier last Thursday. Democrat 7-25-1901
Frank Jacob Mrs., 46,died at her Ligonier home last Friday. Democrat 3-2-1908
Franks Edgar - Mrs. Abram Franks was called to Chicago last Wednesday to attend the funeral of her grandson, Edgar, the 4-year old son of Forest Franks. Braden Franks was called to Chicago last Thursday to attend the funeral of his brother, Forrest Franks’ son Edgar, who died Wednesday. Daily Record 5-7-1903
Franks John was born in Wayne County, Ohio, November 23, 1833 and died at his home in Elkhart Twp April 2, 1909, aged 75 years, 4 months and 9 days. He was the son of Uriah and Elizabeth Franks, natives of Pennsylvania, whose family was composed of 9 sons and 2 daughters. On March 20, 1855 he married Sarah Hatfield and soon after came to Indiana and settled on a farm. To them were born 2 sons and 3 daughters, one son having preceded him in death. He leaves his son, Albert; 3 daughters, Jennie and Susie at home, Mrs. William Becker of near Kendallville; 3 brothers, Abram of Elkhart Twp, Uriah and Joseph B. of Albion; 2 sisters, Mrs. Sidney A. Buttermore of Cedar Springs, Mich., and Mrs. James McFarland of Wawaka. Obsequies were at Free Will Baptist Church in Cosperville Sunday. Burial, Cosperville Cemetery. 4-2-1909
Franks Laura B, daughter of Alexander and Julia Osborn, was born March 29, 1861, and died of consumption July 8, 1886, aged 25 years, 3 months and 10 days. She leaves a husband, 2 children, 1 mother, 2 brothers and 2 sisters. Funeral at the Presbyterian Church. Burial, Albion Cemetery. Democrat 7-14-1886
Franks Manoah, 86, pioneer resident of Noble County, died at the home of his son, Marion F., one mile east of Kendallville Friday. He was born in Wayne County, Ohio, April 29, 1829 and came to Noble County in 1851, and had been a resident of Noble and DeKalb Counties since that time. He made a success of farming and had accumulated a goodly portion of this world’s goods. His wife, Lucinda Mackey, preceded him in death 9 years ago. He is also survived by a daughter, Mrs. Mary Britton. He was a member of the Methodist Episcopal Church at Corunna. Obsequies were at the late residence Sunday. Burial, Lake View Cemetery. Democrat 4-26-1915
Franks Margaret Winters was born in Jefferson County, Ohio, June 11, 1825; died in Ligonier December 2, 1907, aged 81 years, 5 months and 21 days. 12-2-1907
Franks Reason Bell was born in Wayne County, Ohio November 20, 1823 and died at his home in Wawaka, September 15, 1902, aged 78 years, 8 months and 25 days. He married Elizabeth Ebey in 1844. To this union were born 10 children, 3 of whom, Uriah, Daniel and an infant son, preceded him in death. Remaining are Samuel Franks and Mrs. Mary Spurgeon of Seattle, Washington; Thomas Franks and Mrs. Elizabeth Stienbarger of Wawaka; Mrs. Jacob Tschabold of Cosperville; Mrs. Harry Spurgeon of Ligonier; and W. R. Franks of Kendallville; 28 grandchildren, 9 great-grandchildren, 6 brothers and 2 sisters. He came to this state in 1850 and located on his farm in Elkhart Twp. He was one of the oldest members of the Methodist Church. On March 1, 1882 his wife died. He was again married to Mrs. Rebecca Stienbarger and moved to Wawaka. Funeral was at the Wawaka Methodist Church September 17. Burial, Cosperville Cemetery. Democrat 9-2-1902
Franks Sarah died June 5, 1906, aged 72 years, 1 month and 14 days, after suffering from paralysis. She was born in Wayne County, Ohio, April 21, 1834, the daughter of William and Susana Hatfield. When 20 years of age she married John Franks. They came to Indiana and settled on a farm near Wawaka. She was a member of the Free Baptist Church at Cosperville. Her bible was her constant companion. She leaves her husband, 3 daughters, one son, one sister and 6 grandchildren. Funeral was at Cosperville F. B. Church. New Era 6-20-1906
Franks Spurgeon C., formerly of Kendallville, died at Eureka Springs, Arkansas, last Saturday, aged 51 years, 3 months and 29 days. He had been in poor health for a number of years of kidney disease and heart trouble, finally culminating in dropsy. The latter part of last September he went to Eureka Springs. His wife and daughter, Esther, joined him in January. For a number of years he held a prominent position with the Flint & Walling Co. of Kendallville, but failing health caused him to retire and he embarked in the real estate business, in which he was quite successful. He is survived by a wife, a son, Emory of Boston, and the daughter. He was a cousin of Mrs. W. H. McEwen of Albion. Obsequies were at the residence of Mrs. J. D. Weatherford. Burial, Lake View Cemetery. Democrat 8-5-1909
Franks Thomas Mrs. of Wawaka died Tuesday. She was a daughter of Samuel Neufer, who is traveling in the east. Democrat 6-8-1887
Franks Walter E, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Wilson Franks, of Toledo, Ohio, was born in Toledo, March 1, 1908 and died September 28, 1909, aged one year, 6 months and 28 days. He leaves parents, 3 brothers and 3 sisters. The remains were brought to the Sweet Church last Friday where obsequies were held. Burial, Sweet Cemetery. The father was the son of T. J. Franks and the mother’s maiden name was Streby. Democrat 10-5-1909
Franks William P Mrs. of Brimfield, died there August 30 at an advanced age. She was the mother-in-law of E. E. Huston, George Mahood and F. Niswander and leaves, we believe, 2 sons. Democrat 9-5-1888
Franze William H, 56, former resident of Kendallville, died in Sacred Heart Hospital at Garrett Tuesday from a heart affliction. 7-16-1946
Frayor John Mrs., late of Lisbon, died in Michigan where she had gone for her health. Burial, Mount Pleasant Cemetery. Democrat 5-9-1883
Frazure - A child of Mr. and Mrs. Isaac Frazure died of membranous croup on Wednesday of last week. The child was one of twins, age about 6 years. Democrat 1-11-1888
Frazure - A Child of John Frazure Jr. of Albion was buried in the Albion Cemetery on Friday. New Era 1-8-1880
Frazure Benjamin, 85, the father of J. A. Frazure, died in Albion last Friday. Funeral was at the Lutheran Church Sunday. Wolf Lake Trolley 2-14-1907 Kimmell Enterprise 2-15-1907
Frazure John S was born in Morrow County, Ohio, May 17, 1847 and died from cancer in Albion April 7, 1888, aged 40 years, 10 months and 20 days. Funeral was April 8 in Presbyterian Church, Albion. He leaves parents, brothers and sisters. Democrat 4-11-1888
Frazure Johnnie L died November 29, 1892, youngest son of John H. and Margaret Frazure, aged 8 years, 6 months and 24 days. Funeral was at the residence December 1. Johnnie was the youngest of a family of 11 children. 11-29-1892
Frazure Lucy A, 43, (Wyrick), wife of William H. Frazure, died at her home in Albion Wednesday of cancer. She was a member of the United Brethren Church where obsequies will be held Saturday. She is survived by a husband; 2 sons, Ray Bricker of Albion, Chester Bricker of Kalamazoo, Mich.; one sister, Mrs. George Waldron of Elkhart Twp; one brother, P. F. Wyrick of Michigan. Burial, Albion Cemetery. Democrat 9-2-1915
Frazure Millie died from tuberculosis at the home of her parents, G. W. Gunder and wife, south of this city in Jefferson Twp, Wednesday, aged about 31. She leaves her parents, brothers, sisters, husband and a little daughter. Obsequies will be at the Baptist Church in Wolf Lake Friday. Democrat 2-13-1902
Frederick Amanda nee Favinger was born near Philadelphia, Penn., September 17, 1830, and died at her home in Jefferson Twp September 18, 1903, aged 73 years and one day. She died suddenly from an attack of heart trouble. She married John Frederick March 15, 1849 in Columbiana County, Ohio. She leaves her husband, 5 daughters, one son, 3 brothers, 4 sisters, grandchildren. She was a member of the Rehoboth Church where obsequies were held Sunday. Democrat 9-24-1903
Frederick Mary Lucile, 67, wife of Homer W. Frederick, died Saturday in McCray Hospital. Two sons, 3 stepdaughters and 2 sisters also survive. Service Monday at Berhalter-Hutchins Funeral Home. 1-18-1969
Freed Martin H, 60, Ligonier, died at his home Monday. Democrat 9-27-1909
Freeman - The infant child of Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Freeman was buried on Friday. New Era 1-8-1880
Freeman Everson, about 55, died October 25, 1893 in Topeka, Kansas. He was born in Miami County, Ohio on August 29, 1831. He married Elizabeth J. Prouty of this county in 1854. Two children and their mother are left to mourn. He was at one time connected in the boot and shoe business at Kendallville and the Freeman’s Addition was laid out by him. He was a brother to Dave Freeman, a former resident of this place but who has been residing at Newark, O., for several years. The deceased left Albion for the west shortly after the war and lived in that country until his death. The funeral was at Rehoboth Church yesterday. Burial, Prouty Cemetery. Democrat 11-2 & 9-1893
Freeman John P, 25, died of consumption on May 20, 1884, aged 25 years, 9 months and 28 days. Democrat 5-28-1884
Freeman Mary L died suddenly Tuesday at the home of her son, William, near Ari. Democrat 7-3-1902
Freeman William Warren died at his home near Larwill, Ind. He was born February 24, 1843 in Rock County, Wisconsin; died January 20, 1902, aged 56 years, 10 months and 26 days. He leaves a wife, 3 daughters and 2 sons, Mamie, now Mrs. L. H. Todd of this place, Nettie, Myrtle, Alvin and Robert. He served 3 years in the Civil War. Burial, Lakeview Cemetery at Larwill. Democrat 1-30-1902
Frick - The little child of Joseph Frick and wife of Elkhart Twp died of cholera infantum last Thursday, aged 2. Democrat 10-13-1898
Frick Lula, 37, a resident of Brimfield, died at Lakeside Hospital Tuesday from peritonitis, following an operation for a ruptured appendix. Funeral will be Thursday from the late home. Burial, Osborne Cemetery. 4-7-1929
Fried G E died at his home in Quincy, Ill. one week ago Tuesday. He was the father of Henry Fried of Kendallville and his remains were taken to Kendallville for interment. Noble Democrat 1-15-1903
Friedline - The 7-months old son of Mr. and Mrs. John Friedline of Kendallville died last Thursday of cholera infantum. Democrat 10-25-1909
Friedline William died at the residence of his son in Kendallville on Wednesday of last week. He was a widower and was about 65 years of age. The remains were taken to Collins, Whitley County, Friday for interment. Democrat 12-18-1902
Friend - John Gappinger and wife attended the funeral of James Friend’s little son at Rome City Monday. Democrat 4-24-1902
Friend Franklin Florence, 44, an employee of the Morsches Lumber Co., died today in the Whitley County Hospital after shooting himself in the head with a gun in his house trailer approximately 2 and ½ miles north of here on State Road 109. He had been in failing health several months. He resided with his mother, Mrs. Rosetta Friend, and this morning asked her to go to the next door home of his sister, Mrs. Florence Adair, while he took a bath. When she returned home approximately an hour later she found him unconscious on the floor. He was in the Army in WW II, serving in Germany. He was a member of Columbia City Post 98, American Legion. Also surviving are 4 brothers, Lawrence A. and Lester D of Columbia City, and John W. and Joseph J, Thorncreek Twp; and 5 other sisters, Mrs. George Kenton and Mrs. Earl Bitner of Jackson, Mich., Mrs. I. B. Krider of South Whitley, Mrs. Maurice Garletts, Mongo, and Mrs. Carl Lowe, Fort Wayne. Funeral will be Wednesday in J. A. DeMoney & Son Funeral Home. Burial, Christian Chapel Cemetery. 3-31-1957
Friend Sarah, infant daughter of Joseph and Rosetta Friend, died October 10, 1900, aged one year, 2 months and 6 days. Funeral was from the home 2 miles south of Wolf Lake. Burial in the chapel cemetery. Democrat 10-18-1900
Friskney - A little child of Tom Friskney, who resides south of Merriam, died one day last week with membranous croup. Democrat 5-15-1895
Fry - A son of John Fry, near Wolcottville, aged about 10 years, died. New Era 3-25-1880
Fry Raymond was fatally injured in an automobile accident near South Whitley August 25. He died August 29, 1946 at St. Joseph Hospital in Fort Wayne. American 9-5-1946
Fry Rose Belle was born August 4, 1881; died January 19, 1915; aged 33 years, 6 months and 15 days. On May 27, 1899 she married John F. Fry. She is survived by her husband, father, Jasper N. Nobles; 2 sisters, Carrie at home, and Mrs. George Cummins; one brother, Virgil Nobles; and one half-brother , Joseph Quinn. 1-19-1915
Fryer Clarence, son of Lewis E. Fryer and wife of Fort Wayne, died in Green River, Wyoming, Monday, where he had gone about one month ago to study railway construction. He was a graduate of Indiana University. He was born in Avilla and was a nephew of W. B. VanGorder. Democrat 8-16-1900
Fryer Nettie, 45, died at her home in Avilla October 21. Democrat 11-1-1900
Fulk Adam, 62, Swan Twp met death last week in the following manner. He had returned from Avilla with his team and was driving through the large gate into his yard when the gate swung to and against the wheel of his wagon, frightening the horses. They ran, pulling him forward against their heels and he was dragged some distance and kicked to death, his head being crushed and legs and arms broken. He was a brother-in-law of W. D. Bonar of Green Center. New Era 8-13-1874
Fulk Martha Ann (Williamson) was born in Athens County, Ohio, July 19, 1837 and died in Green Twp October 7, 1901, aged 64 years, 2 months and 18 days. She married Harvey Fulk in 1853. To them 7 children were born. Six sons and one daughter survive. Her husband died in 1883. Funeral was at Mount Pleasant Church Tuesday. Burial, Mount Pleasant Cemetery. Democrat 10-17-1901
Fulk Oliver P, 64, died at his home at Ege, Swan Twp, June 19 from nephritis. For a number of years he had conducted a general store at Ege. He is survived by a wife and 3 children, 2 of which are at home. One daughter is married and lives in Michigan. Democrat 6-28-1909
Fulks Natalie, the 4-year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Milton Fulks, residing four and one-half miles southeast of Avilla, was fatally burned last Thursday. Mrs. Fulks had stepped out of the house a few moments, leaving the little girl alone. When she returned she was horrified to find the rug afire and the little girl enveloped in flames. Mrs. Fulks was a daughter of the late John Favinger of Green Twp. The supposition is the little girl was playing about the stove and in some manner her clothing caught fire. Obsequies were held at Hopewell Church Sunday. Burial, King’s Cemetery. 1-30-1908
Fuller Elizabeth Jane (Wilson) was born November 29, 1826 in Pennsylvania and died from cancer at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Milo G. Eversole of York Twp, November 19, 1898, aged 71 years, 11 months and 20 days. At the age of 3 she moved with her parents to Granger County, Ohio, where she resided until the autumn of 1851 when with her husband she removed to Noble County, Indiana. She married Peter Fuller September 26,1844. They had 11 children, 3 of whom died in infancy, and Mrs. Jane Mullen after she had arrived at womanhood. Her husband died several years ago. The following children are left to mourn: Cynthia, wife of Ezekiel Hile, William, Martha, wife of Frank Holy, George, Daniel, Richard and Frances, wife of M. G. Eversole. She leaves 17 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. Funeral was at the home of her daughter. Burial, Wolf Lake Cemetery. Noble Democrat 1-24-1898
Fuller Eva Viola, 80, Albion, died in the Bakle Convalescent Home Tuesday. She was the widow of H. Franklin Fuller and had lived in Noble County all her life except for a brief period in Elkhart County. She was a member of the Baptist Church at Burr Oak. Survivors include a brother, Ira C. Resler, Churubusco; 2 nephews, Don Resler, Merriam, and Leland R. Rouch, South Whitley; and a niece, Mrs. Daisy Shively, Churubusco. Service at Burr Oak Church Thursday. Burial, Christian Chapel Cemetery. 7-10-1956
Fuller Sarah died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Alice Hawk of Columbia City on January 14, 1904 in the 77^th year of her age from paralysis and the infirmities due to old age. She was born in Guernsey County, Ohio, September 27, 1828 and was one of 12 children. During her youth her parents, Charles and Sarah Grimes moved to Adams County where she lived until after her mother’s death when she came to Whitley County and lived with her sister, Mrs. Cornelius Fuller, until her marriage with Robert L. Fuller in January 1859. She and her husband then moved on a Noble County farm. He died in 1885. She then lived with her only child, Alice Hawk, who with 2 stepsons, 3 brothers, 2 sister and several grandchildren survive. One stepdaughter, Mrs. Melvina Elser, died last October. 1-14-1904
Fuller William - Mrs. M. G. Eversole received the news Saturday that her brother, William Fuller of Idaho, had died suddenly. New Era 5-3-1906
Fulton Alexander Mrs. was born in Coventry, England, November 25, 1836 and died at the home of her son in Kendallville April 7, 1908, aged 71 years, 4 months and 19 days. 4-7-1908
Gaby Alice Ann died last week at Norwich, Kansas. She was a daughter of John Wesley Barber of this place and moved to Kansas a number of years ago. She resided a number of years on the farm now occupied by Wilson Knox. Mr. Gaby (James) is a brother of Mrs. Knox. Democrat 9-3-1903
Gaby Ann was born in Allegheny, Pennsylvania, July 13, 1821; died March 11, 1892, aged 80 years, 9 months and 11 days. She married Timothy Gaby April 12, 1841. They had 3 sons and 4 daughters, all living but one. She united with the Baptist Church in 1843. She leaves a husband 3 daughter and 3 sons. Funeral was at the Brimfield M. E. Church on Sunday. Burial, Osborn Cemetery. Democrat 3-23-1892
Gaby Roy R (Jack), 74, a retired farmer, died Friday in McCray Hospital after suffering a heart attack. He resided a mile south of Brimfield before coming to Kendallville 3 ½ years ago. Surviving are the widow, Ruth; 3 daughters; a son; and 11 grandchildren. He was a member of St. Mark’s Lutheran Church at Albion and the Farm Bureau. Services Monday in Berhalter-Hutchins Funeral Home. Burial, Oak Park Cemetery, Ligonier. 9-4-1959
Gaby Tim E, about 70, formerly of near Brimfield, but more recently of Ligonier, died January 25, 1952, at the Luckey Hospital in Wolf Lake from a heart ailment. He was born April 10, 1881, to George D. and Geneva (Pancake) Gaby. Surviving is the widow, Zelma, and a brother, Roy, of Brimfield. Funeral at Ulrey-Sedgwick Funeral Home. Burial, Oak Park Cemetery. American 2-7-1952 New Era 2-6-1952
Gaby Timothy of Brimfield, died at his home last Wednesday after a long illness, at the age of 92. He was probably the oldest resident of the county and built the first log cabin in the present town of Albion. He is survived by the wife and 6 children. Funeral was Friday at the Brimfield U. B. Church. New Era 8-23-1911
Gadomski John G, 79, a retired farmer, died Saturday in Sacred Heart Hospital, Garrett. A native of Poland, he was a member of the Immaculate Conception Church, Ege, and Holy Name Society. Surviving are the widow, Cecelia; 2 daughters, Mrs. Clara Schenher, R. 3, Kendallville, and Mrs. Francis Weimer, Merriam; 9 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren. Funeral will be Tuesday in the Immaculate Conception Church. Burial, Ege Cemetery. 3-21-1959
Gaff Catherine (Hawk-Becker) was born in Wayne County, Ohio, October 3, 1842 and died at her home near Churubusco May 19, 1909. She was the daughter of Jacob Hawk and wife and immigrated with her parents to Indiana in 1849. Early in life she married William Becker. To this union 2 children were born, one son dying in infancy; the other, a daughter, Margaret Ellen is still living, the wife of John Williams of Noble County. Mr. Becker died in August 1862. The deceased was married to George Gaff March 4, 1867. To this union 5 daughters and one son were born, one daughter, Ina Cora, dying in 1872. Five children survive, Irene Theadora, wife of Calvin Humpsbaugher of Auburn, Ind., Rosa Oakley, wife of William Shanabarger of Green Twp, Lura Dell at home, and Jennie Elizabeth, wife of George McCoy, and Hays of Eel River Twp, Allen County. Also surviving are 10 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren. She was of a family of 11 children, of whom 5 have passed on. She was a charter member of the Ladies’ Aid Society of Charter Oak. Funeral will be Saturday at the Chapel. Burial, Chapel Cemetery. 5-19-1909
Gaff Cynthia Ann, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Gene Gaff, Churubusco, died at birth this morning in the Whitley County Hospital. Surviving are the parents; a sister, Carolyn at home; the grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Dewey Rosenogle, Columbia City, and Mr. and Mrs. Roy Gaff, Churubusco; and a great-grandmother, Mrs. Eva Rodman, Kendallville. Graveside rites will be Monday in Sweet Cemetery. 6-28-1957
Gaff Edith Blaising, 47, wife of Silas Gaff, died today in her home on the mainland. She was a native of Summitville, born April 21, 1911. Surviving are the husband; a son, William Sarrazin; and a daughter, Mrs. Sharon Soellinger, both of Rome City; her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Sherman Gillenwater of Cosperville; 5 brothers, Virgil, Walter, Galen and Harry Gillenwater all of Fort Wayne; and Kenneth Gillenwater of Denton, Tex.; 5 sisters, Mrs. Helen Steigerwald, Mrs. Thelma Sarrazin and Mrs. Aleatha Harvey, all of Fort Wayne; Mrs. Alma Blotts of Denton, and Mrs. Hazel Fequa of Peru; and 2 grandchildren. Services will be Saturday in Williams Funeral Home in Wolcottville. Burial, Christian Chapel Cemetery. 3-10-1959
Gaff Enlo Grover was born in Green Twp, Noble County, December 10, 1884 and was burned to death by an explosion of gasoline at Montpelier, Indiana, November 4, 1903, aged 18 years, 10 months and 24 days. He was the son of John Wesley Gaff and wife. He leaves a mother, Mrs. Jack Green; 3 brothers and a half-brother. His father, J. W. Gaff, died May 10, 1894. 11-4-1903
Gaff Jesse Sylvan, 64, died today in the Veterans Hospital, Fort Wayne. He was a retired employee of the Fruehauf Trailer Company, Fort Wayne. He spent most of his life in Noble County, also residing in Fort Wayne 15 years. He retired in 1953 because of failing health. He was a WW I veteran, serving as a sergeant in the 73^rd Infantry. Surviving are the widow, Maggie; 3 sons, Joe D., of Victorville, Calif., Theo, Fort Wayne, Lewis, George Air Force Base, Calif.; 4 daughters, Mrs. Tony Molargik and Mrs. Austin Haits of Fort Wayne, Mrs. Vernice Bender, Wolcottville, and Mrs. Jean Cook, Indianapolis; 4 brothers, Thomas and Sherman of Churubusco, Clayton, Columbia City, and Alpheus, Ligonier; a sister, Mrs. Milo Weigel, Albion; and 15 grandchildren. Services Thursday in Sonday Funeral Home. Burial, Riverview Cemetery. 2-17-1958
Gaff John W departed from this life Wednesday of dropsy of the heart at his Albion home, aged 39 years 6 months 25 days. Funeral was at Christian Chapel last Saturday. Burial at the Chapel. He leaves a wife, 4 children and father and mother. Democrat 5-17-1894
Gaff Leo Harvey, 68, R. 1, Auburn, died Thursday in his home following a heart attack. He had been in failing health since suffering serious burns about a year ago when his clothing caught fire as he was burning out a fence row. He was born in Noble County and had resided near Auburn 46 years. He operated a star mail route between Fort Wayne and St. Joe for 9 years. Surviving are the widow, Florence; 2 sons, Enlo, Fort Wayne, and Glen, Auburn; 3 grandchildren and a brother. He was a member of the Church of the Nazarene where service was held.. Burial, Christian Chapel Cemetery. 3-20-1958
Gaff Levy Arby, 6?, former state highway department worker and railroad section hand, ended his life by suicide at his home Saturday. Apparently despondent over poor health and numerous debits, he killed himself with a single shot form a shotgun to the head in an upstairs bedroom at his home on the south side of Albion. Surviving are the widow, Lena; a son-in-law, Otho Weaver; 2 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren. Funeral at Bonham & Miser Funeral Home. Burial, Rose Hill Cemetery. 12-6-1958
Gaff Olive G, 63, who resided 2 ½ miles northwest of here in Green Twp, died yesterday in the Norman Beatty Memorial Hospital, Westville. She became ill with pneumonia. She was a native of Whitley County but had resided all of her married life in Noble County. She was a member of the Blue River Church of God. Surviving are the husband, Leslie; a daughter, Mrs. Homer Owen, R. 1, Albion; 6 grandchildren; and a brother, Lloyd Claxton, Noble County. Services Saturday in Sonday Funeral Home. Burial, Christian Chapel Cemetery. 10-22-1957
Gaff Sarah Arrena was born near Mansfield, Richland County, Ohio, August 15, 1849, died July 12, 1909, aged 59 years, 10 months and 27 days. She was the daughter of Franklin and Christena (Yates) Weirich. She came with her parents to Noble County in 1854 and settled in Green Twp. In June 1855 the father was killed, leaving a mother and 4 children. She married John Gaff February 11, 1866. To this union was born a family of 9, all of whom survive, Freeling, Mrs. Millie Baughman, Mrs. Vinnie Herron, Mrs. Caroline Gappinger, Howard, Arlo, Mrs. Mentor Herron, Victor and Glenn, all of whom live in Noble County except Arlo in Kentucky. Also a brother, F. M. Weirich of South Chicago, Ill.; a half-brother, Orvie McDaniel and a half sister, Mrs. F. L. Gandy of near Merriam. Obsequies were at Christian Chapel at Merriam. Burial, Christian Chapel Cemetery Democrat 7-15-1909
Gage Alice, 81, daughter of William and Christina Spriegel, died at her home 3 miles northeast of Ligonier November 13, 1946. She was the wife of the late Jesse W. Gage, who died 14 years ago. Surviving are 3 daughters, Mrs. Helen Compton at home, Mrs. Anna Wilhelm, Bronson, Michigan, and Mrs. Audrey Stauff, Wawaka; 3 sons, Walter, Detroit, Mich., Clair at home, and Charles of Kimmell; 6 grandchildren; 5 great-grandchildren; 3 sisters, Mrs. Ada Jeanneret, Ligonier, Mrs. C. C. Eddy, Petosky, Mich., and Mrs. Harry Gates, San Francisco, Cal.; and one brother, Ed Spriegel, Detroit. All 4 grandsons served in the armed forces on foreign soil. One granddaughter, Mrs. Lois Wilhelm Diamond is with the UNNRA in London, England. Services were at the family home Saturday. Burial, Cosperville Cemetery. 11-13-1946
Gage William Mrs., residing a few miles east of Ligonier, died on Tuesday of last week of the grippe. Albion Democrat 2-7-1901
Gage William O died at his home in Elkhart Twp of complications due to old age March 26, aged 80 years, 7 months and 83 days. He had resided on the same farm for 75 years. He was a native of Ontario, New York and came with his parents to Noble County in 1837. He is survived by the widow; one daughter, Mrs. Emma Stewart of Ligonier; 2 sons, Jesse W. of Elkhart Twp, and J. E. of Montpelier, Ohio. Obsequies were at the Free Baptist Church at Cosperville last Monday. Burial, Cosperville Cemetery. Democrat 4-5-1915
Galbreath Finley - Mr. and Mrs. Joe W. Smith, Mr. and Mrs. Carl Wolfe and Mr. and Mrs. Oren Smith attended the funeral of Finley Galbreath at Ligonier and Salem Cemetery Monday. American 6-4-1942
Galbreath Martha of the Hawpatch died on July 28, aged over 77. She moved to this county in 1855. New Era 8-9-1877
Gale Albert Lester, son of Henry and Alice Gale, was born near Ligonier September 23, 1886; died December 5, 1907 at Hutchison, Kansas, aged 21 years, 2 months and 12 days. He leaves his parents; 2 sisters; 2 brothers; grandparents. He graduated from Wolf Lake High School last year and entered McPherson College in Kansas. He was a member of the German Baptist or Brethren Church. Services were at Sparta Christian Church. Burial, Sparta Cemetery. Wolf Lake Trolley 12-12-1907
Gale Berniece, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Grant Gale, formerly of Wolf Lake, died at the home of her parents in Kendallville from dropsy of the heart. Obsequies were at Wolf Lake Free Baptist Church. Democrat 12-28-1908
Gale George died at his home in Sparta Twp April 2, 1908, aged 60 years, one month and 11 days. 4-2-198
Galloway Ella Alice died at her home near Cromwell August 14, 1924 after several weeks illness. Ella Alice Archer was born July 24, 1872 in Noble County near Cromwell and died at the age of 52 years and 21 days. She married Joseph William Galloway on August 18, 1924. To this union were born 8 children. Five sons died in infancy. Her husband and three daughters survive, Mrs. Harve Housour of Elkhart, Mrs. Fred Koher and Mrs. Ada Stump of Cromwell; 4 grandchildren, 3 sisters and 3 brothers. She was a member of Cromwell Lutheran Church. Funeral was at the U. B. Church at Indian Village Sunday. Burial, Indian Village Cemetery. 8-14-1924
Galloway Harrison, 40, of Sparta Twp, died on Tuesday of last week at Buffalo, New York, where he had been undergoing treatment. He had been ailing for a number of years from his system becoming poisoned from the bite of an enraged hog which terminated in consumption. He leaves a wife but no children. Remains were brought home and buried Thursday last. New Era 3-6-1879
Galloway Rosa May, daughter of Scott and Rebecca Galloway, aged 1 year, 5 months and 4 days, died near the Christian Chapel April 13, 1875. 4-13-1875
Galloway Seph died on Monday last in Washington Twp. New Era 8-12-1875
Gamby Barbara died at the home of her daughter, Miss Young, on E. Main St., June 1, 1899 at the age of 77 years, 6 months and 2 days. Her maiden name was Barbara Rhein and she was born near McKees Falls, Union County, Pennsylvania, November 29, 1821. She was confirmed in the Lutheran Church May 18, 1839. She married Samuel Young, March 10, 1842. He died June 20, 1863. to this union 11 children were born, 2 of whom preceded her in death. She married Samuel Gamby January 9, 1866. He died June 30, 1882. She leaves 5 children. Obsequies were held in the Christian Chapel near Merriam Sunday. Burial, cemetery nearby. 6-1-1899
Gandy Edith Ellen, 79, of Huntertown, died Sunday enroute to Parkview Hospital. A native of Steuben County, she was a member of the Huntertown Church and its women’s Society of Christian Service and a charter member of Home Progress Club. Her husband, Wilbert, a contractor, died in 1953. Survivors are one daughter, Mrs. Fred Dickes, Huntertown; one son, Robert, Huntertown; one brother, Ernest Stroh, Tucson, Arizona; and 5 grandchildren. Services Wednesday in Huntertown Methodist Church. 9-1-1957
Gandy Freedom died March 9 at his home after a lingering illness of leakage of the heart. He was born February 9, 1855 in Allen County and was 73 years and one month of age at his death. He married Almeda McDaniel, who, with one son, Ora B., survives. He spent the greater part of his life in this community and Columbia City. Funeral was at the Christian Chapel Sunday. Burial, Christian Chapel Cemetery. 3-9-1928
Gandy Wilbert M died February 22, 1953 in Methodist Hospital. A native of Noble County, he was born June 29, 1870. He married Edith Stroh November 26, 1896. For many years a contractor in the Huntertown community, he was employed in later years by the Irene Byron Sanatorium, retiring in 1947 because of ill health. Surviving are the wife; one son, Robert, Huntertown; one daughter, Mrs. Fred Dickes, Huntertown; 5 grandchildren. Services at Sonday Funeral Home Wednesday. Burial, Christian Chapel Cemetery. 2-22-1953
Gandy Winfield Scott of Churubusco died at St. Joseph Hospital in Fort Wayne Saturday after undergoing an operation for cancer. He was a native of Preston County, West Virginia, where he was born July 12, 1849, a son of Dr. Owen Gandy. The father settled in Heller’s Corners, Allen County, in 1852, and brought his children there in 1855. The deceased taught 22 terms and Churubusco and also at Swan and Auburn. In 1875 he married Ellen Matthews, daughter of Frederick Matthews of Churubusco. In 1876 he commenced the study of law and in 1878 commenced the practice of that profession. His wife died about 20 years ago and he married Emma Donaldson in August 1888. He was a member of the United Brethren Church and was given license to preach in 1887. In 1901 he was ordained. He served charges at Delta, Ohio, Angola, Ind., Waterloo, Fulton and Washington Center. He retired in 1906. He was a member of the Masonic Lodge and of the Commandery at Angola. He is survived by his wife; 2 sons, Clyde M., attorney at Phoenix, Arizona; Harry L, editor of the Gazette at Wasa, S.D.; 4 grandchildren; 2 brothers, Dr. J. L. of Humboldt, Neb., Oscar of Churubusco; one sister, Mrs. Melissa C. Rhodes of Plains, Kansas; 4 half-brothers, John M, Freedom L, Charles M of Noble Twp, Bert of Fort Wayne, and one half-sister, Mrs. E. J. Smith of Columbia City. Obsequies were at United Brethren Church Thursday. Burial, Eel River Cemetery. Democrat 1-2-1913
Ganger - A daughter was born to Mr. and Mrs. Ganger at Goshen May 30 and died June 1. Mrs. Ganger is the former Mary Franklin, formerly of the Wawaka community. Mr. and Mrs. Ganger have 2 other children, a son and a daughter. American 6-6-1946
Gangwer James, for a number of years a resident of Ligonier, died at her home in Watervliet, Mich., on Wednesday of last week, aged 48 years and 9 months. Her husband, who served as night police of Ligonier, died about 5 years ago. She is survived by one son, Edward of Toledo, Ohio; and one sister, Mrs. Joseph Ecker of Ligonier. Obsequies were held at the Ligonier Methodist Episcopal Church Friday. Burial, Oak Park Cemetery. 3-10-1915
Gants Eddie died March 10, 1875, aged 6 years, 7 months and 20 days. He was the son of Dr. A. and Josephine Gants. 3-10-1875
Gants Jake Mrs. - Jake Gants, a farmer residing south of Syracuse accidentally shot his wife Tuesday. He had been out trying to kill a hawk and stumbled, the gun going off. Mrs. Gants was returning from the barn with 2 pails of milk and received the load in the back. She died almost instantly. Wolf Lake Trolley 10-22-1908
Gants John Dr., practitioner of Cromwell, was one of 16 children born to Samuel and Anna (Hoover) Gants. The father was a native of Pennsylvania who came to Stark County, where John Gants was born October 17, 1832. After reading medicine 3 years with Dr. R. F. Clover in Stark County, he located in Cromwell in 1857. He graduated from the Eclectic Medical Institute of Cincinnati, Ohio in 1872. He married Eliza A. Surface January 1, 1868. To this union were born 2 children, Etta Maude, who died at the age of 23; and Roland, the only survivor; his wife having died 4 years ago today. He also leaves a daughter-in-law, Mrs. Nellie Gants; one grandson, Winston; and an infant granddaughter, Ernestine; a brother, Dr. A. Gants of Ligonier. He died June 2, 1915. Obsequies were June 5. Assisting in the ceremonies were Dr. Malony of Avilla, who practiced medicine with the deceased in Cromwell 50 years ago; Doctors Hays, Morr, Miller and R. S. Malony of Albion; and Drs. Tucker, Nye and Hursey of Cromwell. Democrat 6-10-1915
Gappinger Clarence F, infant son of Frank and Allie Gappinger of Green Twp died February 13, 1902, aged 4 months and 11 days. He was born October 2, 1901. About 20 days ago he had congestion of the lungs which terminated in brain fever, causing death. Funeral was at the residence of the parents Saturday. Burial, Albion Cemetery. Democrat 2-20-1902
Gappinger Cora Margaret, daughter of Frederick and Margaret Gappinger, died in Albion September 3, 1875, aged 6 months and 13 days. 9-3-1875
Gappinger Frank, 66, pioneer of Noble County, died Monday at his home in Jefferson Twp. He had resided on his farm since 1900. Surviving are the wife; one son, Carl; one daughter, Mae, both at home; 3 brothers and one sister, John, Albert, Edward, and Mrs. Fred Waltman, all of Albion. Funeral Thursday from Lutheran Church. Burial, Albion Cemetery. Democrat 8-5-1926
Gappinger Ward Ervin, infant son of Ervin Gappinger and wife of Jefferson Twp, died December 11, 1899 of meningitis, aged one month and one day. Funeral was at the residence Wednesday. Burial, Albion Cemetery. Democrat 12-?-1899
Gard - Mr. and Mrs. Howard Gard and children, Mr. and Mrs. Harold Gard, Mr. and Mrs. Carey Gard, Miss Mildred Gard, and Mr. and Mrs. Clinton Gard attended the funeral of the little son of Mr. and Mrs. Melvin Gard held at Rome City Baptist Church Sunday. Burial, Osborne Cemetery. Democrat 12-29-1927
Gard - The infant child of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Gard died in Lakeside Hospital at Kendallville a short time after birth Saturday. American 2-20-1942
Gard David died in Toledo at the home of his brother, Albert Allen, Friday. Also surviving is his wife, Julia. The funeral was at this place Sunday. The bell hung solemnly silent while he who had rung it for many years was bring carried to his last resting place. Democrat 9-6-1900
Garity Chancey of Wolf Lake died at his home one day last week. He was one of a large number of boys shipped out of New York a number of years ago and was brought up in the home of Ira Butler of near Benton but later of this county. He leaves a wife. Funeral was at the Baptist Church in Wolf Lake Sunday. Burial, Wolf Lake Cemetery. Kimmell Enterprise 2-22-1907
Garrison William A, 67, died Friday at his Rome City home from a stroke of apoplexy. He was born June 30, 1859 at Ellen Grove, W. Va., where he spent his early life. Twenty-one years ago he moved to Fort Wayne and the past several years spent the summers at Rome City, operating a lunch room. He was a member of the Masonic Order of Gallion, O. Surviving are several brothers and sisters; 2 daughters, Miss Clara of Chicago and Mrs. S. O. Gardner of Denver, Col.; and one son, Carl of Fort Wayne. Funeral was Monday from the Kendallville Baptist Church. Burial, Osborne Cemetery. 8-20-1926
Garstka Martin, 87, died at his home in Swan Twp December 17. He was a brother of Joseph and Peter Garstka. Obsequies wee held at Ege Catholic Church last Saturday. Burial, church cemetery. Democrat 12-24-1914
Garstka Martin Mrs. died at her home one mile north of Ege, December 30. Funeral was in the Catholic Church, of which she had been a consistent member, January 2. Her aged was variously quoted to have been from 87 to 92 years. She was a native of Poland. Her husband survives. Democrat 1-9-1902
Garver Nellie died at her home at the Garver Hotel in Bremen May 2 after a 3-months illness with acute bronchitis. She was born in Richland County, Ohio, near Ashland November 16, 1835. She came with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Baughman, to Noble County in October 1854 and settled on a farm near Lisbon. She married Simon Bowman on December 25, 1855. He died August 10, 1864 at Knoxville, Tenn., while serving as lieutenant in the 129^th Indiana and is buried in the National Cemetery in that city. For a number of years she resided in Lisbon and Albion. She came to Bremen in 1878. She married Henry M. Garver November 10, 1878. Since that time they have been engaged in the hotel business. She leaves a husband; one son, Brook H. Bowman of Whiting, Ind.; 2 stepsons, Melvin and Evan Garver; 2 stepdaughters, Mrs. Lizzie Huff and Mrs. Nettie Gnewikow; 2 grandchildren, Nellie Bowman and Otho Huff; 2 brothers, Francis and Henry Baughman; 2 sisters, Mrs. Edward Ihrie, and Mrs. Lou Hinkley. Funeral was at the Garver Hotel Sunday. Burial, Bremen Cemetery where services were held by the Eastern Star Lodge. Democrat 5-15-1902
Garvey James, 56, an old resident of our town, died Wednesday of last week of consumption of the lungs. Democrat 1-2-1884
Gates George, 17, died October 6 from paralysis. Residence and place of death, Wawaka; occupation, laborer; birthplace, Indiana. Albion Democrat 12-7-1899
Gatwood Lizzie died at the home of her father-in-law, Joseph Gatwood in this city, Monday from smallpox. She was the daughter of John Meiser and wife of Auburn, born in that city August 1, 1874. At the time of death she was 28 years, 29 months and 19 days. She married Charles A. Gatwood December 25, 1899 and to this union one son was born. Shortly after their marriage they took up residence in Mishawaka. About a month ago they removed to this city. Mr. Gatwood became afflicted with the disease shortly after his return to Albion and had barely recovered when his wife was stricken. Owing to the contagious nature of the disease the remains were laid at rest in Albion Cemetery Tuesday. She leaves a husband, a son six months old, father, mother, 2 sisters and 2 brothers. Democrat 10-23-1902
Gault Jeremiah, Orange Twp, died at his home in Brimfield last Friday from cancer of the stomach. He was 65 years and 7 days old. He leaves a widow; and one son, John W. Funeral was at the M. E. Church Sunday. Burial, Lake View Cemetery. Democrat 10-28-1897
Gawthrop Floyd - A man killed early last Monday night at Spaulding, Illinois near Springfield by an Illinois Central Railroad passenger train was identified by fingerprints as Floyd Gawthrop, 59, of Columbia City. The engineer said he saw the man on the tracks but did not have enough time to stop. Gawthrop, born April 22, 1888, in Noble County, came to Columbia City 33 years ago, working at the Farmers Mill & Elevator Co., the Columbia Products Co., and Daniel Bros. Packing Co. Surviving are the wife, Mertie; 3 sons, Theo and Thurlo, Columbia City, and Thurman, Big Lake; 3 daughters, Mrs. Arthur Rudig of Elwood, Mrs. Ronald Roebuck, Albuquerque, N.M., and Mrs. Ralph Joker, Columbia City; 9 grandchildren; 3 brothers, Ray of Wolf Lake, Judd, Noble County, and James in Canada; and a sister, Mrs. Fred Rockey, Springport, Mich. 9-29-1947
Gawthrop Lucy, 83, died at Fort Wayne at the home of her son, Ray. Death was due to complications. She resided in Kendallville many years. Surviving are the son and a daughter, Mrs. Mae Martz of Los Angeles, Calif. Democrat 6-26-1924
Gawthrop William - The body of William Gawthrop was laid to rest in Merriam Cemetery Tuesday. Democrat 2-3-1927
Gay Charles F was born October 14, 1885; died May 17, 1954; Funeral at Sparta Christian Church. Burial, Sparta Cemetery. 5-17-1954
Gay George Edwin, 69, died in McDonald Hospital, Warsaw, Sunday. A native of Rensselaer, he had resided in Warsaw since 1939. A retired worker from the Power King Tool Foundry, he had been employed in recent months with the city street department. He was a member of the Church of God at Leesburg. Survivors include the widow, Alma: 3 daughters, Mrs. Kenneth Benner, Larwill, and Mrs. Dale Kimes and Mrs. Harold Yarian, Claypool; 4 sons, Marshall, Huntington, Everett, Plymouth, Winton, Muncie, and Clarence, Monticello; a brother, Arthur, Goshen; 3 sisters, Mrs. Ray Starke, Goshen, Mrs. Dae Targgart, Wolf Lake, and Mrs. Ada Spurgeon, Ligonier; 21 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. Rites will be Tuesday at Bilby-Titus Funeral Home. Burial, Leesburg Cemetery. 10-7-1956
Gaylord Lola (Gaerte), 65, wife of Roy Gaylord, died unexpectedly Wednesday in Whitley County Hospital. She spent most of her married life in Whitley County and was a member of the Oak Grove Church of God. Surviving are the husband; 3 sons, George A., R. 15, Fort Wayne, M. Sgt., Carl W, Butzback, Germany, and Robert E., R. 4, Albion; 5 daughters, Hazel at home, Mrs. Kenneth Nix, Mrs. Cecil Crawford Jr., Mrs. Robert Maggert, Mrs. Lewis Miller, all of Whitley County; 14 grandchildren; and 3 brothers, Winfield Gaerte, Noble County, Clarence Gaerte, Wolf Lake, and Grover Gaerte, Etna. 5-8-1957
Gehring Charles died suddenly Saturday. He had been up town not 3 hours before his death. New Era 1-15-1874
Geiger - The infant daughter of Elmer Geiger and wife died last Thursday, aged 4 months, and was buried Friday. Democrat 4-24-1902
Geiger Alfred B, of Green Twp, died last Friday. Funeral was at Sugar Grove Church Sunday. All of his great-grandchildren of the late John Favinger were in attendance: Wayne, Olive, Allen, Earl and Mae. Burial, Eel River Cemetery. New Era 9-1-1915
Geiger Harvey, Green Twp, died one day last week. Funeral was Thursday. Democrat 2-17-1898
Geiger Jane, 65, died at the family residence in Green Twp, August 16, 1879. She was born in Rockingham County, Virginia, November 13, 1814. She removed in early childhood with her parents to Licking County, Ohio. In 1835 she married Thomas Geiger. They shortly after emigrated to Indiana and in 1839 settled in Noble County. She leaves a husband and several children. 4-16-1879
Geiger Katherine, daughter of the late Virgil A. Geiger of Churubusco, died at the home of her grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. W. A. Geiger in that place Tuesday morning, aged 19 years, 4 months and 27 days. About 6 weeks ago she underwent an operation for appendicitis and the latter part of last week she underwent another operation. Since the death of her mother when she was a small child she had made her home with her grandparents. Obsequies were held at the late home Thursday. Burial, Eel River Cemetery. Democrat 12-16-1909
Geiger Maude, 65, of Rome City, died at the home of her son, Glenn of Fort Wayne, January 21 following a series of strokes. Surviving are the husband, 2 sons, 2 brothers and a sister. Funeral was Monday. Burial, Lindenwood Cemetery. 1-21-1938
Geiger Thomas Owen, infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Herschel Geiger, who reside near the Sugar Grove Church in Green Twp, died last Sunday, aged 6 weeks. He was one of twins, the brother having lived but a few hours. Obsequies were Tuesday. Burial, Eel River Cemetery. 3-14-1909
Geiger Virgil Mrs., 34, died at her home in Churubusco Wednesday of last week. She was the wife of Editor Geiger of the Churubusco Truth and has for a long time been afflicted with kidney disease which was the cause of her demise. She was the oldest daughter of Levi Garrison and wife of Whitley County and was married to Mr. Geiger about 10 years ago. Obsequies were Friday. 1-21-1903
Geisendorff J C died at Rome City Sunday. He was resident of Indianapolis for many years. If it had not been for the panic he would have died a millionaire and left a name that would have been associated with great industrial enterprises. Between 1850 and 1857 he was proprietor of extensive cotton works. New Era 8-21-1879
Gensimer Joseph died Tuesday morning.  Democrat 3-6-1902
Gerard Nancy died last Thursday at her home south of town. Funeral was Sunday at the Christian Church. Democrat 5-27-1909
Gerber - The 4-year old daughter of Frank Gerber died of scarlet fever and his other daughter is not expected to live. Democrat 5-17-1894
Gerber Carrie died at the home of her sister, Mrs. Frank Reese in Toledo, Ohio, Tuesday from consumption. Her remains were taken to her late home in Ligonier for interment where the funeral obsequies were held today. Albion Democrat 1-26-1899
Gerber Eli B, 83, died at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Harry Green in Ligonier Tuesday. He was the son of David and Susanna (Buchtel) Gerber, born near Canton, Ohio, October 3, 1831. He came to Ligonier with his parents when he was a small boy. After his graduation from Somerset College, Pennsylvania, he was engaged at the carpenter trade for 6 years. He was elected county surveyor in 1858 and served 8 years, after which he published maps of LaGrange, Noble, DeKalb, Kosciusko, Huntington and Wayne Counties. He was in the hardware business in Ligonier from 1869 until 1899. He was elected as representative of the legislature on the Democratic ticket in 1882 and served 2 years as joint representative of Noble, Elkhart and DeKalb Counties. In 1900 he was elected as representative of Noble County and served for 2 years. For a number of years he was civil engineer of Ligonier. He helped to resurvey Omaha in 1855. He married Mary McGaw Moses in 1857 and she preceded him in death several years. He is survived by 4 children, O. F. Gerber and Mrs. Harry Green of Ligonier, Mrs. J. H. Howenstine of Chicago, and Dwight Gerber of Pittsburgh, Pa.; 4 sisters, Mrs. Eliza Shrock of Middlebury, Mrs. S. P. Yoder of Topeka, Mrs. Sarah Bruner and Mrs. Isaac King of Ligonier. Obsequies will be at the Presbyterian Church in Ligonier Friday conducted by Apollo Commandery, Knights Templar of Kendallville. Democrat 4-8-1915
Gerber Susan, one of the oldest pioneers of Ligonier, died Thursday. She was the mother of Hon. E. B. Gerber of Ligonier, and a grandmother of Mrs. W. H. Hart of this city. She was about 95 years old. Daily Record 4-16-1903
Gerkin Maria, a very aged lady who has resided in Albion for many years, died last Sabbath at the age of 93 years and 13 days. Funeral was Wednesday of last week. She was a native of England. Democrat 9-20-1894
Gerver William H died suddenly Wednesday at his home one mile northwest of Cosperville. Albion Democrat 1-17-1901
Gesaman Elmus R died in Fort Wayne last Sunday from injuries received last Friday when kicked in the abdomen by a colt. He was the son of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Gesaman, both deceased, and he was born on a farm in York Twp June 3, 1863. He took up residence in Fort Wayne in 1895 where he was agent of the Connecticut Mutual Life Insurance Co. until 1905 when he removed on an excellent farm 4 miles north of Fort Wayne. He married Carrie B. Schrader, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. H. C. Schrader of Fort Wayne. He is survived by a widow; one sister, Mrs. C. C. Kuhn of this city; and one brother, M. H. of Reader, N. D. Obsequies were held at the residence of H. C. Schrader in Fort Wayne Wednesday. Democrat 8-26-1909
Geyer Emma died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. M. R. Graber and family in Swan Twp, October 1, 1915 after a long illness from paralysis followed by heart disease, aged 68 years, 9 months and 11 days. Her husband died in 1893; and she is survived by 4 children, 9 grandchildren, 4 sisters and 2 brothers. Obsequies were at Swan Methodist Episcopal Church October 3. The remains were taken to Fostoria, Ohio, for interment. Democrat 10-11-1915
Gibson Frank - About 30 years ago, Frank Gibson, son of John Gibson, went to Hanns Peak, Col., where he had been for years engaged in mining and had accumulated considerable wealth, having interests in some well-paying mines. Gibson disappeared June 28, 1897 under very mysterious circumstances. He was in partnership with a man by the name of Wilson. There was a quarrel between the two and Wilson nearly killed Gibson with a shovel, breaking his collar bone. Later Gibson went out hunting with Wilson and never returned. Last August Everat Ritter, with a sheriff and one or two others, went into the mountains and found, without a doubt, the remains of Frank Gibson in a large crevice of a rock. Aside from the broken collar bone, there was found the deceased’s gold watch, which had his initials engraved on it. The gun and knife were found, also a pocket book containing $9 in money. The bones were badly scattered and one leg could not be found. The skull was blown into fragments. His watch was sent to his brother-in-law, Merrit J. Sweet. It is supposed that Frank Gibson was murdered for his money. Some cling to the theory that the hunter might have broken a leg among the rocks and shot himself to end his sufferings. It is in all probability one of the things that will never be known. Albion Democrat 2-7-1901
Gibson George was born in 1875 and died at his father’s home, Isaac Gibson, February 4, aged 24 years and 6 months. He was a member of the Wawaka German Baptist Church. He leaves his parents, 2 sisters and 2 brothers. Democrat 2-15-1900
Gibson James Mrs., an aged lady, died at the home of her son, Davis Gibson near Milford on Monday of last week. She was a relative of the Gibsons of this county and a sister-in-law of Mr. Joseph Bailey of Brimfield. She was past 81 years of age. Democrat 2-8-1900
Gibson Rilla I, daughter of Wesley and Elizabeth Waldron, was born in Noble County June 19, 1854 and died December 15, 1914, aged 60 years, 5 months and 26 days. She married Harlan Gibson February 4, 1881, and 2 sons, William and Victor, were born to the union. She moved with her family to Ligonier in May 1899. She was a member of the Baptist Church. She leaves her husband; 2 sons; 2 stepchildren, Mrs. Harry Clements of Goshen and Samuel C. Gibson of Chicago; one granddaughter; one sister, Mrs. H. Squires of Wawaka; and one brother, Wilson Waldron of Elkhart Twp. Obsequies were held from the residence Friday. Burial, Ligonier Cemetery. Democrat 1-4-1915
Gilbert George of Washington Twp died Saturday last and was buried on Monday. He was 67 years, 4 months and 21 days old and had been a resident of this county for about 15 years. His death was quite sudden, he having been sick only 3 days; and after his burial the opinion of many was that he had taken poison as he has had a great deal of trouble for the past 2 years. There was talk of having his body taken up and examined. New Era 10-11-1877
Gilbert Joseph L was born in Columbiana County, Ohio March 16, 1844, the son of Jacob Gilbert, one of Ohio’s early pioneers. Until 17 years of age he was upon his father’s farm and then commenced the study of medicine at Salem, O. He took courses at Ann Arbor Medical College and Bellevue Medical College of New York. In 1867 he located in Kendallville. He served as a member of the soldiers’ pension board and as surgeon of the G.R.& R Railroad. and New York Central Lines. During the Civil War he was affiliated with the 143^rd Ohio Infantry. He was a Republican and affiliated with Kendallville Lodge No. 316, IOOF, Kendallville Lodge No. 109, K of P, and the GAR. April 23, 1872 he married Isabelle Chapmen, daughter of the Hon. G. W. Chapman of Ligonier. Three children were born to them. One daughter, Lillian, died when 4. Surviving are the widow; 2 daughters, Miss Clara, and Mrs. Lewis Shank; one sister, Mrs. Harmon Kale of Salem, Ohio. Two sisters and 3 brothers preceded him in death. Funeral will be Monday from the late home. Burial, Lake View Cemetery. 11-28-1924
Gilbert Luzon Mrs., 77, died at her home in Ligonier June 22, 1908. 6-22-1908
Gilchrist Margaret, one of the oldest of Noble County’s residents, died at the county infirmary Thursday. She was over 94 years. New Era 10-13-1909
Gilchrist S, living a few miles from Albion, died on Thursday of last week and was buried on Friday in the cemetery at this place. New Era 8-3-1876
Gill Abraham died at his home in Elkhart Twp last Friday. He was the father of John Gill, deputy treasurer of Noble County. Democrat 6-15-1892
Gill David Mrs. died at her home near Wawaka Sunday. She leaves a husband. Obsequies will be at the Methodist Episcopal Church in Wawaka Tuesday. Burial, Cosperville Cemetery. 4-5-1915
Gill Mary Blanche, daughter of David and Ann Gill, was born July 7, 1886 and grew up in her parents home near Wawaka. She was a junior in the Wawaka High School and a member of the Methodist Church at Wawaka. She leaves her parents, 2 brothers, 7 sisters. The triple funeral was held in the Freewill Baptist Church in Springfield September 5, 1903. Democrat 9-10-1903
Gillian Elizabeth, 84, native of Allen Twp and lifelong resident of that community, died Tuesday from an embolism at the McCray Hospital where she had been for the past 2 weeks, suffering from a fractured hip. 7-16-1946
Gillian Margaret died April 23, 1909 at her farm home where she spent many years. Cause of demise was obstruction of the bowels. Her birthplace was Germany, July 4, 1823, coming to America when 7 years of age and locating in New York. Later they came to Noble County. Her first union was with George Dosch, who died in 1835, leaving her with 4 children, Mrs. Clara Arnold Tingle, Mrs. Sophia Bauman, Mrs. Amelia Hess, deceased, and George Dosch of Rome City. In 1857 she married John Gillian. They had 6 children, Charles Gillian, Mesdames, Elizabeth Parr and Catherine Schneider of Avilla, Mrs. Mary Holmes and John Gillian of Kendallville, Mrs. Louise Stager of Fort Wayne. She was confirmed in German Lutheran Church in childhood. Funeral was at Avilla German Lutheran Church Sunday. Burial, German Lutheran Cemetery. She leaves a husband, 9 children, 23 grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren, and 2 great-great-grandchildren. Democrat 4-26-1909
Givens Alex, 78, a resident of the western part of Perry Twp, died last Saturday. He was a veteran of the Civil War and was buried Monday at Salem. He is survived by 3 children, Rev. Oliver Givens of Syracuse, Mrs. Frank Damey and a younger son in Elkhart. Democrat 6-10-1905
Glant David Mrs. died at her home in Wawaka last Tuesday of paralysis. She is survived by a husband and 2 children. Obsequies were held last Thursday. Burial, Wright Cemetery. Democrat 11-22-1909
Glant Edward, son of Levi Glant of Perry Twp, was struck by an eastbound train on the Wabash Railroad last Friday and instantly killed. Just how the accident occurred in unknown, but Glant was seen walking on the track just before the train passed. The remains were taken to Topeka for interment. He was about 28 years old and unmarried. Democrat 9-11-1902
Glant George of Eaton, Ohio, died Sunday. He was a brother of David Glant of Wawaka and Marion Glant of Kendallville. Democrat 2-6-1908
Glant Marion Mrs. was buried last Monday in the Cosperville Cemetery. Democrat 2-10-1898
Glass Alice Miller died at Mrs. Albert Haney’s home last Saturday, was born in LaGrange County December 23, 1861 and died October 14, 1893, aged 31 years, 9 months and 21 days. Her early life was in LaGrange County. She made her home in Albion for about years. November 21, 1889 she married H. J. Glass and took up residence in Detroit. She leaves a husband, mother and 2 sisters. Funeral was at the M. E. Church last Monday. Burial, Albion Cemetery. Democrat 10-19-1893
Glass Mary Elizabeth, daughter of Isaac and Sarah Glass, was born October 14, 1862 and died December 27, 1902, aged 40 years, 2 months and 13 days. Her father and 5 other members of her family preceded her in death. She leaves her mother, now nearly 77 years old, one brother, one half-sister and 2 sons. Funeral was here Monday. Burial, Wolf Lake Cemetery. 12-27-1902
Glawe William died June 27 at his home 3 miles west of LaOtto, his death having been caused by taking paris green with suicidal intent. A German farmer, he was for the past ten years a periodical drunkard and of melancholic disposition when in drink. He was about 54 years old. His son, Frank, aged 27 of LaOtto, testified at the coroner’ inquest. Democrat 7-4-1901
Glenn Edna Iona, 69, this city, died this morning at the home of a daughter, Mrs. Fred Bunyan at Churubusco. Also surviving are the husband, William; 4 sons, Franklin Helblig of Bluffton, Merl and Francis Helblig, Fort Wayne, and Bert Helblig, this city; 2 other daughters, Mrs. George Lehman, Columbia City, and Mrs. Ernest Brockmeyer, Fort Wayne; 26 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; and a sister, Mrs. Jacob Addis, Churubusco. Services Sunday in First Church of the Nazarene. Burial, Christian Chapel Cemetery. 9-15-1949
Glenowich Al Mrs. died at the home of her father, Andrew Eichman in Swan Twp, June 9 of hemorrhage of the lungs, aged 37 years, 9 months and 6 days. A few weeks previous to her demise she had broken up housekeeping in Chicago and came to live with her father. She is survived by a husband, 3 small children, father and 3 brothers. Obsequies were at the St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Avilla last Monday. Democrat 6-19-1905
Gloyd Matilda died at her home in Sparta Twp December 21, 1885, being over 73 years of age. She was born in Maryland October 14, 1812 and was married to William Gloyd, who died several years ago on the same farm where they had lived over 50 years. She came to Noble County in 1837 and resided in Green Twp where they were keeping a boarding shanty for the hands working on the contemplated canal from Fort Wayne to Michigan City. This canal was never built, but much money was expended in Noble County. After the collapse of the work, Mr. Gloyd bought the farm upon which both he and his wife died. She was the mother of 6 children, 5 of whom are living. In 1859 she united with the Christian Church. Democrat 6-16-1886
Godfrey - Ms. R. D. Kerr and daughter, Miss Mae, were in attendance at the obsequies of the little son of Mr. and Mrs. John Godfrey, Sunday. Democrat 8-19-1909
Godfrey Maude died at her home in Joliet, Ill., August 7 from cancer of the stomach. The wife of Charles Godfrey, she was formerly a resident of Swan Twp, her maiden name being Maude Carver. She was the sister of Mrs. Isaac Mendenhall of Fort Wayne. Her husband died 6 months ago. Democrat 8-16-1900
Godsell Ray V, 59, a patient in Norman Beatty Memorial Hospital, Westville, he died Friday. Two children and the mother, Mrs. F. Gertrude Godsell, survive. Services at Hite Funeral Home Monday. 10-4-1969
Golden John Clarence, a Noble County native, died March 29 in the Irving Nursing Home at Columbia City. Surviving are 4 brothers, Fred of Avilla, George of South Milford, Ray of Angola and Edward of Fort Wayne; and a sister, Mrs. Clayton Haire of Fort Wayne. 3-29-1955
Golder Enoch, 87, died at his home in Ligonier Wednesday after an illness of 2 days from indigestion. Funeral was Sunday in the U. B. Church. Burial, Oak Park Cemetery. Democrat 12-31-1925
Gonser Catherine Marion, the little daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Daniel E. Gonser of Ashley, died at the home of her grandparents, G. Schwab and wife of this city June 1 of congestion of the brain, aged one year, 3 months and 27 days. Mrs. Gonser and 2 children had been visiting her parents for several weeks and the little daughter was taken sick Thursday but was not thought to be serious until the afternoon when her sickness assumed a serious phase and a telegram sent to the father, who arrived here about 2 hours before her death. Funeral was at the residence of the grandparents Sunday. Burial, Albion Cemetery. Democrat 6-7-1900
Good Bruce, son of Eli and Mary Good, died May 14. He and his wife and 2 little children, son, Nevin, aged 5, and daughter, Gladys, aged 4 months, composed the little household on their farm southwest of Avilla. He was born near Fostoria, Ohio, October 14, 1883. At the age of 13 he moved with his parents to Indiana. On October 14, 1901 he married Birdie Coil Forker, daughter of George and Minnie Miller Forker. In 1882 he united with the Avilla Evangelical Church. He submitted to an operation for appendicitis on Tuesday of last week, but peritonitis was the final affliction to which he had to submit. Funeral was May 16 in the church of his choice. Burial, Avilla Cemetery. He leaves a wife, 2 children, father, mother and one sister. Democrat 5-18-1911
Good Mary E, 69, widow of Michael J. Good, a former Swan Twp resident, died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Charles Bolton, in Auburn, Monday from paralysis. She was a native of Seneca County, Ohio, where she was born April 1, 1844. She married Michael J. Good, March 26, 1861. For a short time they lived in Huntington County, and they became residents in Swan Twp in 1864, where they lived until the death of Mr. Good in 1907. She is survived by 2 daughters, Mrs. Laura A. Stewart of Avilla, and Mrs. Dorothy Bolton of Auburn; one son, John G. Good of Avilla; 2 sisters, 3 brothers and a number of grandchildren. She was the grandmother of Mrs. C. A. Gatwood of this city. She was a member of St. Mark’s Lutheran Church in Auburn where obsequies were held Thursday. Democrat 1-23-1913
Good Melvin, 10, a son of M. J. Good, died November 1 of typhoid fever. New Era 11-23-1876
Goodrich Daisy Mrs., 64, who died on last Friday at Edon, O., was brought here for burial in the Mount Pleasant Cemetery on last Monday. New Era 11-13-1946
Goodrich Homer, 78, an old resident of Allen Twp, died September 20, 1908. Democrat 8-9-1909
Goodrich Walter N, the 19-year old son of Homer Goodrich and wife, residing about 2 miles west of Avilla, shot his brother, Wallace, and a few minutes later sent a bullet crashing through his brain. Wallace, the older brother, is 36. He testified that about 7:30 o’clock on the morning of the tragic affair he was cleaning the stables in the south barn and had finished and was coming around to the north part when he saw Walter, his brother, bringing a horse out of the stables to hitch into a 3-horse team for the purpose of hauling straw. He said to Walter, "These horses don’t work well together. Put the grey horse back in the barn and put the 2 bays on the wagon together." The younger brother replied with an oath that he would shoot his brother if he came over to him and he had a revolver in his hand. His brother told him to be careful with his pistol or he would be called up before the grand jury. Walter then shot at his brother and said with an oath that he could shoot blank cartridges at whoever he pleased. Wallace turned and went toward the house around a manure pile and Walter shot at him a second time, the ball hitting him in the leg. Wallace testified that he did not hear any more shots or did not see his brother shoot himself. Mr. Goodrich is a prosperous farmer. Mrs. Edwin Gappinger of this city is their daughter. Coroner Carver will find that Walter died from wounds inflicted by his own hands. Wallace will recover from his wounds if blood poison does not set in. He was wounded in the groin and the ball was extracted. Young Goodrich plead guilty to 2 indictments for drawing and threatening to use deadly weapons at the January term of court, 1898, and was fined $1 and costs, and a third indictment for the same offense was dismissed. Albion Democrat 4-13-1899
Goodspeed Charles L, formerly of this city, died in Chicago last week of cancer of the liver. Funeral was at Englewood on Wednesday. Democrat 4-17-1913
Goodwin Mahala Childs, 71, a primary teacher in the Kendallville public schools from 1907 until 1914, died Thursday at her home in Anderson following a heart attack. She was born and reared in Noble County and resided here until 1939, when and her husband, Erwin Goodwin, moved to Fort Wayne. They went to Anderson 9 years ago. Surviving are the husband to whom she was married in 1914; 2 sons, Capt. Jack E. with the Air Force at Mather Field, Sacramento, Calif., and William C., Angola; a daughter, Mrs. Marianna Franze, Pleasant Lake; 8 grandchildren; and 3 sisters, Mrs. Helen Whitson of this city, Mrs. Dorothy DeWitt, Carson City, Nev., and Mrs. Maude Stackhouse, Lovelock, Nev. Services Sunday in L. E. Berhalter & Son Funeral Home. Burial, Lake View Cemetery. 5-22-1958
Goodwin Margaret, 94, widow of Dr. C. B. Goodwin, died Wednesday in McCray Hospital after suffering a hip fracture in her home Nov. 29. Her husband died in 1957 at the age of 95 after practicing medicine here about 50 years. A native of Charlestown, Ind., she married Dr. Goodwin in 1886. She was a member of the Methodist Church. Surviving are a daughter, Miss Laura at home; and 2 sons, Erwin of Anderson, and Peyton of Tucson, Ariz. Services will be Saturday in the Goodwin home. 1959
Gordon - "Grandma", the oldest woman in the state of Indiana, without a doubt, died at the home of her son in Churubusco Wednesday of last week. The cause of her death was old age, having reached her 102th year. Democrat 1-25-1894
Gordon Frank, 23, died at the home of his parents in Ligonier on Wednesday of last week of consumption. Democrat 12-6-1900
Gordon Jasper, 61, farmer, died at his Green Twp home 5 miles northwest of Churubusco Wednesday from cerebral apoplexy. He retired in his usual health on Tuesday evening and suddenly became stricken on Wednesday morning. He is survived by the widow and 5 children, Mrs. Lloyd Claxton and Mrs. Tony Campbell of near Churubusco, and William, Stella and Jessie at home. Democrat 12-10-1914
Gordon Josie King died at the home of her parents in Ligonier December 20, aged 28 years, 8 months and 28 days. Her husband, Charles Gordon, died in 1904. She is survived by 2 children, father and mother, 2 brothers and 2 sisters. Democrat 12-20-1905
Gordon Priscilla, 31, of the Hawpatch died at the home of her parents, Daniel Doll and wife of Kimmell, Wednesday of dropsy and heart trouble. She had arrived Tuesday at the home of her parents for a visit and was suddenly taken sick. Funeral was at the Sparta Church Friday. Burial in cemetery nearby. She leaves a husband, Albert Gordon, and one child. Albion Democrat 8-10-1899
Gorsuch - The infant son of Thomas Gorsuch died Saturday. Burial Sunday. New Era 2-24-1904
Gorsuch Mary died from heart trouble at her home south of Cromwell April 16, 70 years 11 months and 26 days old. Funeral was at the Sparta Christian Church April 18. Democrat 4-26-1915
Gorsuch Sarah Annie, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William Gorsuch, died near Cromwell April 10, 1884. She was 17 years, 3 months and 11 days old. Funeral was at Sparta Chapel. Democrat 4-16-1884
Gorsuch William, one of the few remaining pioneer settlers of Sparta Twp, died at the home of his son, Thomas, southeast of Cromwell last Monday from the infirmities of old age. He was 90 years, one month and one day old. 12-26-1932
Goudy Elizabeth died December 21, 1899 of dropsy of one year’s duration, aged 64 years, 8 months and 12 days; residence, Ligonier; widow; housekeeper; birthplace, Ohio; burial at Cold Springs, December 24, 1899. 12-21-1899
Goudy John H, 48, of the north side, died at his home yesterday morning after a short sickness. Tuesday he was around as usual, driving a young horse in the afternoon. He had been suffering from Bright’s disease for some time and his death was doubtless caused by the malady. Funeral was Saturday in the U. B. Church. Democrat 4-15-1903
Grace Dora May, 59, Columbia City, died today in the Lutheran Hospital, Fort Wayne following a cerebral hemorrhage. She was a lifelong resident of Whitley and Noble Counties. Surviving are the husband, William F.; a daughter, Mrs. Philip Mooney, Columbia City; 3 stepdaughters, Mrs. Francis DeBolt of Arcola, Mrs. Walter Rapp Jr., Houston, Tex., and Mrs. Earl Dinius, Huntington; 6 grandchildren; 4 brothers, Charles Edward Walker of Lafayette, Robert Walker of Fort Wayne, Herman Walker, Pasadena, Calif., and Hayes Walker, Noble County; and a sister, Mae Dunfee, Columbia Twp. She was a member of the Christian Chapel Church at Merriam and Ruth Rebekah Lodge at Columbia City. Services Sunday at the Compton (Oak Grove) Church of God. Burial, Compton Cemetery. 3-31-1958
Graham Dorothy of Kendallville died at the Lakeside Hospital Wednesday of intestinal obstruction and peritonitis, aged 21 years, 9 months and 25 days. An operation had been performed Tuesday. Obsequies will be at the late home Friday. Burial, Lisbon Cemetery. Democrat 11-30-1916
Graham Emanuel Mrs. died at her home in Ligonier from cancer last Friday evening. Democrat 1-9-1902
Graham John Thomas died at his residence 3 miles east of Ligonier September 13, 1906, aged 55 years, 8 months and 13 days. He was born in Louden County, Virginia, and came to Topeka in 1873. He was survived by a wife, 2 children, one grandchild, 4 brothers and 3 sisters. Obsequies were at Salem Church on the Hawpatch September 15. Democrat 9-13-1906
Graham Marcia died January 11, 1900 of cancer; aged 68 years, 4 months and 23 days; residence, Noble County; widow; farmer; birthplace, Ohio; burial, Mount Pleasant Cemetery January 13. 1-11-1900
Graham Thomas Mrs. - Mrs. Jennie Bidwell received the news Monday that her oldest sister, Mrs. Thomas Graham, had died at her home in Benton, Sunday. She formerly resided in this city. Democrat 3-8-1900
Grannis Charles O, fur dealer of Wolcottville, died from an internal hemorrhage caused by the rupturing of the mesentery arteries, according to an autopsy. The injury was sustained last Tuesday when he accidentally fell at his fur storage at Wolcottville. 5-31-1931
Grannis O P died at the home of his son, William P in Orange Twp yesterday. He was one of the pioneers of Noble County. Obsequies will be at Wolcottville tomorrow. Daily Record 5-14-1903
Grannis William P, 79, lifelong resident of Orange Twp, died Tuesday at his home following a lingering illness from complications. He was the son of the late Otis P. and Hannah Grannis, pioneers of Orange Twp, and practically always resided on the farm where he was born and died. He was a member of the Oak Grove Church. Surviving are the widow; one daughter, Mrs. Grannis Nelson, Paw Paw, Mich.; one brother, Frank, Howard City, Mich.; and one grandchild. 5-9-1933
Grant Linda, formerly Linda Carmien, sister of Mel and Ed Carmien, died at the home of her mother west of town Tuesday. Her home was at Wolcottville for a number of years. She came here a few weeks ago on a visit and was taken sick and died after a few days illness. The funeral will be held Friday. (Ligonier Leader) Democrat 12-12-1901
Grate Charles W, 61, farmer, died Tuesday at Kendallville hospital of pneumonia. He is survived by the widow, Nettie; a son Roy and a daughter, Mrs. Earl Haney of Albion; a granddaughter, Earlene Haney; and 2 sisters, Mrs. William Rauh and Mrs. Otho Riddle; and his father Sylvester who is 94. Services will be Friday at the home. Burial, Rose Hill Cemetery. New Era 5-13-1942
Graves - The little child of Mrs. Graves died at the Bradley House yesterday. The child had been sick for 2 or 3 days. Mrs. Graves, who assists at the hotel, arose and prepared her morning’s work. When she returned to the room her child was dead. Democrat 6-8-1893
Graves Darla Sue, 20-month old, drowned Thursday in a pool not far from home after she had followed her puppy out of the yard. Her mother, Mrs. Iva Graves, missing her minutes after she left the yard, started searching the neighborhood. She found the little girl floating face up in the shallow pond. Surviving are the parents; the grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. John H. McCullough of Knox. Services Saturday at the Adventist Church. Burial, Wolf Lake Cemetery. 4-7-1955
Graves John, a former resident of Jefferson Twp, had resided in Montana many years and died Thursday at the home of his son, George, in Roundup, Montana, aged about 80. Funeral was Saturday and he was buried at Roundup. 11-26-1931
Grawcock Leslie Arthur, 59, died at his home near LaOtto Tuesday. Surviving are one daughter, Mrs. Louella Pepple, North Manchester; one son, Albert J. at home; his stepfather, Fordis Harlan, Albion; 3 brothers, John, George and Harold, all near Albion; one sister, Mrs. Hazel Heltzel, Six Lakes, Mich.; and 2 half-sisters, Mrs. Ethel Pfafman, Kendallville, and Mrs. Ruth Lemmon, Brimfield. He was a member of the Baptist Church. Funeral Thursday at the Christian Chapel Church, Merriam. Burial in the church cemetery. 12-10-1946
Grawcock Martha, relict of the late William Grawcock, formerly of Green Twp, died at her home in Churubusco one week ago Saturday of senility, aged 73 years, 10 months and 7 days. She is survived by 3 sons, James, Oscar, and Isaac of Green Twp; and one daughter, Mrs. Noah Whirledge of Goshen. Obsequies were held at the Churubusco United Brethren Church last Tuesday. Burial, Eel River Cemetery. Democrat 5-3-1909
Gray John H, aged 61 years, 10 months and 13 days, died Sunday at his home 2 miles south of Wolf Lake. He was born in Harden County, O., August 2, 1862, and at the age of 23 came to Indiana where he lived until death. He married Minnie Irene Mack October 1, 1885, who survives. To their union was born 10 children of which 8 are living. He is also survived by 2 sisters, one brother and 9 grandchildren. Funeral was at the Wolf Lake Baptist Church. Burial, Wolf Lake Cemetery June 17. Democrat 6-19-1924
Gray Ruth died in Noble County December 1, 1877, aged 70 years, 2 months and 13 days. She was born in New York September 18, 1807. When quite young she moved to the state of Ohio, in 1817 settling in Knox County. She removed to Noble County, Indiana in 1845. She and her companion were among the first white settlers of Green Twp. 12-1-1877
Gray Thomas Mrs. was born in Union County, Ohio, August 12, 1822; and died July 3, 1908, aged 85 years, 10 months and 21 days. She came to Indiana in 1844. 7-3-1908
Grayless Nancy, 72, wife of Charles Grayless and a pioneer citizen of Allen County, died at her home in Fort Wayne Tuesday of bronchitis. She leaves 6 children; and Col. Sam B. Sweet of Indianapolis and Joshua Sweet of Albion, brothers. Mr. and Mrs. Grayless celebrated their golden wedding anniversary 6 years ago. Democrat 12-12-1901
Green - The little son of attorney and Mrs. P. B. Green of Ligonier died last Thursday, aged 3 days. Democrat 8-10-1905
Green Daniel W, 57, attorney of Ligonier, died January 8, 1900 from valvular disease after suffering injuries from a fall Friday in front of the residence of Sol Mier on S. Cavin St. He was a member of Company B, 88^th Indiana Regiment in the Civil War. Funeral was at the residence Thursday. Burial, Ligonier. Democrat 1-11-1900
Green Eliza of Green Twp died last Thursday. She was born in Ohio and came to this county and settled with her parents on a farm south of Cromwell. Later on she took up her home in Green Twp. She was the mother of 9 children, 6 of whom are living in this county. She was 54 years and 19 days old at the time of death. Funeral was last Saturday at the Christian Chapel where she was a member and where her remains now lie. Democrat 10-5-1893
Green Ford S, son of Sherman and Martha Green, was born in Lexington, Ohio, February 27, 1870, and died at South Chicago, Ill., June 5, 1892, aged 22 years, 3 months and 8 days. He leaves a father, mother and sister. His death came about after a fall. He was employed on the new Counselman elevator. He was standing on a plank laid across the bin on the top floor. The plank suddenly broke, throwing him to the ground, a distance of 77 feet, and breaking his neck. He was a grandson of Mrs. Irons. Burial, Albion Cemetery. Democrat 6-15-1892
Green Ida May died at her home in Auburn, March 22, 1899, after an illness of 8 weeks. She had a severe cold which settled in her lungs. She was aged 20 years, 6 months and 6 days. She was a member of the Modern American Fraternal Order and carried an insurance. Funeral was Friday at her late residence. She formerly resided in Albion with her parents and was a sister of Arthur Green and a niece of Mrs. Austin Taylor of Jefferson Twp. Albion Democrat 3-30-1899
Green Joanna (Hosler) was born May 5, 1854 and died February 14, 1915, aged 60 years, 7 months and 9 days. She married John Wesley Gaff November 10, 1881 and he died May 9, 1894. On February 1, 1895 she married Oliver J. Green, who survives. She was the mother of 5 children: Ed, Milo, Grover, Leo and Levi, all surviving but Grover, who died November 3, 1903. She was a member of the Christian Church at Merriam where obsequies were held February 17. Burial, Christian Chapel Cemetery. 2-14-1915
Green Lucien, 38, a former resident of this city, died at Longcliff, the hospital for the insane, where he had been receiving treatment for a number of years, died last Thursday of Bright’s disease. He is survived by a father, Dr. T. C. Green; a sister, Mrs. E. E. Knepper of Ligonier; 2 brothers, Rev. Edgar Green, pastor of the United Brethren Church at North Manchester, and Frank M. Green of Fort Wayne. The remains were taken to Fort Wayne Saturday for interment. 3-25-1909
Green Lucien Mrs. was born in Jefferson Twp July 17, 1859 and died in Albion, June 5, 1908, aged 47 years, 10 months and 18 days. 6-5-1908
Green Lucy died July 11, aged 19 years, 6 months and 10 days. Democrat 7-21-1886
Green Lulu Marian, daughter of Dr. William F. and Eva Marian Green of Albion, died from scarlet fever, December 21, 1883, aged one year, 10 months and 23 days. Democrat 1-2-1884
Green Martha A was born in Holidaysburg, Blair County, Pa., October 29, 1852 and died in Lima, Ohio, April 27, 1903, aged 50 years, 5 months and 28 days. She married Sherman Green January 26, 1869. He died 2 years ago. She was the mother of 2 children, Ford, who died 11 years ago, and Mrs. Clarence Atmore of Lima, Ohio, who with one granddaughter; 3 brothers and 2 sisters remain. The remains were brought to the home of her brother, John Irons in this city where obsequies were held. Burial, Albion Cemetery. Daily Record 4-27-1903
Green Mary, aged about 75, died at her home Monday. She leaves one foster daughter, Mrs. Edna Johnson. Democrat 9-23-1926
Green Porter, citizen of Sparta Twp, died there last week. Democrat 4-8-1891
Greenman James, whose death occurred at Angelo on November 25, was born in Kendallville January 22, 1837. He came to Wilton, Wis., in 1855; enlisted in Company I, 4^th Regiment, Wisconsin Volunteer Infantry April 23, 1861; was wounded, losing his right arm at the Battle of Port Hudson, La., in March 1863. He was honorably discharged August 24, 1863 and returned to Wilton in the fall. He married Mrs. Samantha M. Sabin on March 6, 1864. In April they moved to Albion, Ind., where he was elected recorder for Noble County in that year. In 1868 he was re-elected, thus serving 8 years. On January 6, 1882 he was commissioned postmaster at Albion. He held the office during the administration of President Arthur, and intending to go west, he resigned when Cleveland succeeded to the presidency. He was doorkeeper during one term of the Indiana legislature. He eventually moved to S.D. and returned to Wisconsin March 1889, locating at Angelo, Monroe County, where he served as town treasurer during 1897 and 1898. He was a member of Nelson Post No. 69, G.A.R. and Albion M. E. Church. He is survived by his wife; 2 daughters and a son, Mrs. Ellen L. Fulton of Chicago, Mrs. Fannie Wilcox of Angelo, and John J. of Angelo. The firstborn, a son, died when 8 years old. Democrat 12-12-1901
Greenman James Mrs. died at her home in Sparta, Wisconsin on October 29 of gall stones. The remains were taken to Angelo, Wisconsin where they were interred beside those of her husband. For a number of years the Greenman family resided in Albion. Democrat 11-13-1911
Gregory Frank, 84, a pioneer resident of the Avilla community, passed away December 30 at the home of a daughter, Mrs. Frank Fisher. 12-30-1937
Greider Clara died at the home of her mother March 30, 1907. She was the daughter of Fred and Sarah Greider. Funeral was at the Radical U. B. Church Tuesday. Kimmell Enterprise 4-5-1907
Gretzinger George, Jefferson twp farmer residing near Zion Church, died at his home last Thursday. Funeral was at Zion Chapel Sunday in charge of the Kendallville Odd Fellows Lodge, of which he was a charter member. Democrat 3-8-1900
Gretzinger Lydia died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Ida Alshouse. She was the widow of the late Andrew Gretzinger, a pioneer of Noble County. She was born Lydia A. Hall, April 12, 1849, at Warrensburg, N. Y. and immigrated to this part of the country when a young woman. She married Andrew Gretzinger 43 years ago and he preceded her in death 14 years ago. She leaves a family of 10 full grown children; a brother, George S. Hall of Nebraska; and one half-brother, Charles Hall of Michigan. Funeral will be at the Church of Christ in Kendallville this afternoon. Democrat 10-16-1924
Grey - Carle Grey moved from his father’s, J. Grey, to Syracuse, and when they got there, their three-weeks old baby was dead. They think it smothered. New Era 11-13-1918
Griffin Thomas Mrs. of Fort Wayne died at Hope Hospital Thursday of an acute attack of peritonitis. She was the wife of Thomas Griffin, formerly of Brimfield, and the brother of Mrs. T. M. Reed of this city. He is employed by the Davis Medical Co. of Fort Wayne. Her name was Bromley and at the time of death aged was 39 years, 2 months and 4 days. She married Mr. Griffin about 15 years ago and leaves a husband, 2 little girls, one 7 years old and the other 14 months. She was a member of the Methodist Episcopal Church. Funeral was at Fort Wayne Saturday. Remains were conveyed to Rome City and then Osborn Cemetery. Democrat 8-13-1903
Griffith George died Tuesday at his home south of Avilla. Democrat 2-25-1904
Griffith Harold D, the one-month old son of Mr. and Mrs. L. D. Griffith of Harding St., died. Funeral was at the late residence Friday. Burial, Lake View Cemetery. Democrat 11-16-1914
Grimes O Lavon - Stringtown - There was no school last Monday on account of little Laflangn Grimes funeral who died with pneumonia. Democrat 4-26-1928
Griswold George was drowned in the lake at Kendallville on Sunday evening. He and a number of others had been spending the day at the brewery on the bank of the lake and in the afternoon he and a companion went out on the lake in a small boat, from which they fell out once or twice but finally reached shore. Griswold went into the water to bathe and after swimming around for a while was seen to throw up his arms and go under. He was drowned before help could reach him. New Era 5-13-1880
Grobis Paul, little son of Thomas and Delia (Girard) Grobis, died at their home east of town last Friday. Burial, Avilla Catholic Cemetery. Democrat 8-6-1903
Grocock Phoebe Catherine, infant daughter of Oliver and Amanda Grocock, died at their home in Swan Twp Saturday of whooping cough and a complication of diseases, aged 2 months and 19 days. Funeral was held from the home Sunday. Burial, Swan Cemetery. Democrat 8-3-1908 It appears the burial place noted here may be incorrect.
Groh William Mrs. of Kendallville was buried a short time since. New Era 2-10-1876
Gross Alfred, 45, Ligonier, died at his home in that city on Wednesday of Bright’s disease. He was a member of the Knights of Pythias, Odd Fellows and Maccabee Lodges. Democrat 5-8-1902
Gross Warren Alpheus was born May 4, 1856 in Elkhart County and died April 30, 1902 at his home in Ligonier. At an early age he began work in a meat market and about 25 years ago he came with his family to live in Ligonier, where he began work for Selig Bros. He married Jane Gerkin on September 4, 1881. They had 4 children, 2 of whom survive, Hershel W., and H. Rhue, along with wife, mother, brother and sister. Funeral was at the house May 2 under the auspices of the Odd Fellows of which he was a member. He was a brother-in-law of Mrs. G. W. Gunder of Jefferson Twp. Democrat 5-15-1902
Grossman Lewis, 81, died last night in Lutheran Hospital, Fort Wayne. He was a retired farmer residing approximately 2 miles northeast of Rome City. Surviving are 2 sons, Earl of Chula Vista, Calif., and Lester of Fort Wayne; 2 daughters, Mrs. Alpha Stillinger, near Brimfield, and Mrs. Iva Brunson, Waynedale; a brother, Harvey of Wolcottville; a sister, Mrs. Flora Holden, Angola; 14 grandchildren and 35 great-grandchildren. Services Tuesday in Williams Funeral Home. Burial, Woodland Cemetery. 11-24-1956
Groves Catherine, about 70, of Milford, died last Thursday from pneumonia. She was a cousin of Mrs. Mary Bowman and J. E. Hoffman of this city. Her husband, Adam, is not expected to live and the news of his wife’s death was not made known to him for several days. He is 91 years of age. Albion Democrat 2-23-1899
Growcock - A little child of Frank Growcock died last week. Democrat 8-30-1894
Growcock Charles died February 23, aged about 20. Funeral at Sparta Chapel on February 25. Burial, Sparta Cemetery. Democrat 2-29-1888
Growcock George Mrs., 67, died at her home west of Ligonier one week ago Friday. Democrat 10-16-1902
Growcock Hannah, 68, of Columbia City, fell downstairs at her home on Wednesday last week and was fatally injured. She died Thursday morning. She was born in Champaign County, Ohio, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Joel Maggart, pioneers of Noble County. She married Charles Growcock in 1863. He died February 7, 1907. They resided in Noble County until 1879 when they removed to a farm 3 miles west of Columbia City. Six years ago they took up residence in Columbia City. They were the parents of 4 sons and 2 daughters, William, south of Columbia City, James and O. E. of Columbia City, Joel of Goshen, Mrs. Anna Newcomb of Huntington, and Mrs. Sarah Pirl, west of Columbia City. She is also survived by 3 sisters, Mrs. Elizabeth Baughman of Kimmell, Mrs. Susan Bowers and Miss Rebecca of Cromwell; and 2 brothers, Martin of Iowa and David of Cromwell. Obsequies were in the United Brethren Church in Columbia City Saturday. Burial, South Park Cemetery. 3-11-1909
Growcock Ross, 50, unmarried, was buried at Kimmell Monday. He was a son of William Growcock and a brother of Marion, cashier of the State Bank of Kimmell, and of Mrs. Jesse Biddle of Ligonier. 12-1-1930
Grubb Joseph of Jefferson Twp has been in failing health and was removed to the hospital for the insane at Logansport last fall. He died July 22, 1897. He was born in Richland County, Ohio, December 10, 1833 and at the time of death was 65 years, 7 months and 13 days. He married Mary Ann Hart May 11, 1856. Nine children were born to them with 5 preceding him in death. A widow, 2 daughters and 2 sons remain. He was the father of Mrs. C. A. Howard of this city. Funeral was at Mount Pleasant Church. Burial, Mount Pleasant Cemetery. Democrat 7-29-1897
Grubb Tom Mrs., about 50, was instantly killed at Wawaka last Saturday afternoon when she was hit by an eastbound NYC passenger train while she was picking up coal just west of the crossing. Inasmuch as she was very deaf, it is presumed she did not hear or see the approaching train. She is survived by her husband and by 2 sons of a former marriage, one of whom, Charles Frain, resides at Kendallville. Funeral was Monday. Burial, Cosperville Cemetery. Democrat 6-26-1924
Grunden Charles Mrs. died at her home near Wolcottville last Friday, aged over 70. Obsequies were held at Allen Chapel Monday. Burial, Allen Chapel Cemetery. Democrat 1-30-1908
Guffey John C, 34, of Ligonier, died in the Mercy Hospital in Chicago one week ago Saturday from typhoid fever. He had been employed in Chicago for some time. The remains were brought to Ligonier where the funeral and interment were held one week ago Monday. He leaves a mother and 4 sisters. Democrat 10-30-1902
Guffey Margaret Mrs. of Perry Twp, who has been a resident of this county since 1864, died October 8, aged nearly 72. New Era 10-25-1877
Gump Orpha, 70, widow of Edward Gump, died at her home in Swan Twp Friday. Surviving are 3 daughters. Funeral was at the Evangelical Church in Avilla Monday. Burial, Hooper Cemetery. 6-5-1942
Gunder Minerva, widow of the late Henry J. Gunder, for many years a resident of Noble County, died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Basil Smith in Columbia City last Saturday. She came with her parents, John and Sarah Reed, to Indiana when quite young and spent most of her life in Whitley and Noble Counties. She married Henry J. Gunder April 15, 1866. He died nearly 4 years ago. Seven children were born to them, of whom 5 survive: Mrs. Bertha Kendall of Lebanon, Kansas, Leonard of Decatur, Walter of Ligonier, Mrs. Gertrude Klick of near Kimmell, and Mrs. Smith. She is also survived by 3 brothers, John Reed of Washington Twp, Whitley County, Perry Reed of Ligonier, and Lafe Reed of Missouri; 3 sisters, Mrs. David Moore of Fort Wayne, Mrs. Phoebe Nightlove of Tacoma, Wash., and Mrs. Sarah Clark of Saginaw, Mich.; and 12 grandchildren. She was born in Seneca, Ohio, October 16, 1846 and died in Columbia City, Ind., January 23, 1915, aged 68 years, 3 months and 7 days. She was a member of the Baptist Church. Obsequies were at the Ormas Baptist Church Tuesday. Burial, Thorn Cemetery. Democrat 2-1-1915
Gunderman George Mrs., of Ligonier, wife of the proprietor of the Hotel Ligonier, died in Dr. Hostettler’s sanitarium in Shipshewana July 14, aged 40 years, 9 months and 4 days from goiter and tumor. She left a husband, a son, 5 sisters and 3 brothers. Democrat 7-23-1903
Gunn - The recent death of Mrs. Gunn, grandmother of C. G. Kistler of Ligonier, is reported. She died at Marion, Ohio, aged 103 years. Democrat 1-25-1888
Gunnett Mary, 84, a pioneer resident of Noble County, died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Joseph Valenti, in Kendallville last Wednesday of apoplexy. She had lived in that vicinity for 74 years. She is survived by 2 daughters, Mrs. Iva Berhalter, and Mrs. Valenti of Kendallville; one grandson, Thurlow Berhalter of Kendallville. She was a sister of Mrs. George Walters of this city and of William Ogle of Kendallville. Obsequies were held at the late residence Friday. Burial, Lake View Cemetery. Democrat 1-8-1919
Gushwa Belle G, many years ago a resident of this city, died yesterday in Omaha, Neb., where she had been taking treatment for cancer. She recently underwent an operation at Fort Wayne but never fully recovered. She was born in Kendallville, a daughter of the Rev. Dr. Cissell. Funeral will take place in Evanston, Ill. Wednesday. Democrat 9-25-1902
Guthrie Ann, daughter of William and Rebecca Inscho, was born in Jefferson Twp June 9, 1845 and died in the same township June 25, 1901, aged 56 years and 16 days. She married John H. Guthrie July 3, 1870 and they removed on the farm where she resided continuously until her death. She was the mother of 4 sons and one daughter. She leaves a husband; 4 sons, George, Frank, Elmer and Charles; and one daughter, Lillie; 3 grandchildren; and 2 brothers. Obsequies were at the Union or Sweet Church Thursday. Burial in the cemetery nearby. Democrat 7-4-1901
Guthrie Ebenezer died at his residence one mile east of LaOtto in DeKalb County from Bright’s disease, December 30, 1907, aged 72 years and 3 months. At the time of his birth his father owned a farm where a part of the city of Crestline, Crawford County, Ohio, is now built upon. Soon after his birth, his parents moved near the village of Ontario, Richland County, Ohio; and in 1848 near the Steam Corners, Morrow County, Ohio; and in September 1852 they came to Jefferson Twp, Noble County and settled on the farm now occupied by Washington Keller. In March 1857 he returned to Johnsville, Ohio, where he married Ann A. Morgan, February 17, 1859, and in September 1861 he, with his wife and one child, returned to Noble County. He leaves a wife, 2 daughters, one son, one son-in-law, one daughter-in-law, one sister and one brother. He was ordained in the Wesleyan Methodist Church, where obsequies were held at LaOtto, January 2. Burial, Cedar Chapel Cemetery. Democrat 1-6-1908