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Clearfield Enterprise, Clearfield, Iowa obituaries
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Armstrong, John – John Armstrong, a brother of Mrs. Matthew Lourie of this city died Jan. 11th at the home of his daughter two miles north of Tingley, aged 80 years. He came with his parents from Ireland when six years of age. He served in the Civil War, was discharged for wounds, recovered, again enlisted and finished out the war. Married in 1868 to Phoebe Lee, they moved to Iowa in 1870 and since made this state their home. Of their eleven children, seven are still living. Since the death of his wife in 1905, he has lived mostly with his daughter, Mrs. Hubbard. He has suffered from paralysis since June 1920. Since early in life he was a member of the Free Will Baptist church. He leaves seven children, twenty-two grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren. One brother and one sister survive. Clearfield Enterprise, Clearfield, Iowa January 25, 1923 Beatty, R. Merrill – The subject of this brief sketch was born in Lincoln township, Ringgold county, Iowa, Dec. 18th, 1879. He died at the home of his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Jas. Beatty in Clearfield, Wednesday July 26th, 1922 having attained the age of 48 years, 7 months and 13 days. With the exception of two years which were spent with the family in Pklahoma, Merrill had lived in Clearfield or its vicinity all his life. For the moat part he followed farming as a lifework, and was farming on an extensive scale when illness compelled him to retire from active effort in July of 1920. For more than two years he was in very poor health, unable to follow any regular occupation. He was patient and resigned to the ill-health that continued with increasing weakness to the end. The funeral service was held on Friday afternoon, July 26th, at the Methodist Church, and the large assemblage testified to the sincere regard of old friends and neighbors. Carl Brown, a former pastor of the family conducted the service. Interment in Clearfield Cemetery. Clearfield Enterprise, Clearfield, Iowa August 10, 1922 Blair, C. E. - C. E. Blair, until a year ago the vice-president of the Clarinda National Bank, drowned himself in Lake Crabill Saturday night. Not being at his home, search was initiated. Blair's cap and purse were found on the bank of the lake, but it took nearly an all day search before the body was found. He attended a meeting of a corporation on Saturday evening and adjourned at 10 o’clock and he was seen after that time going east whereas his home was west. Relatives declare he had no financial troubles. Clearfield Enterprise, Clearfield, Iowa October 26, 1922 Carson, Everett L. - Another of our younger men died Monday, Everett Carson, son of Mr. and Mrs. O. L. Carson, long time residents of this community. He was taken last week with acute appendicitis, and on Friday morning was taken to a hospital in St. Joe. An operation was performed as soon as possible, and a very serious condition disclosed. The appendix was ruptured, and peritonitis had set in. Everett's condition was critical all the time, and at 2 o'clock on Monday, just three days after the operation, he passed away. He has a wife and children., and has lived the past three years on the former Ackerman place southwest of town. The body was brought to Conway Monday evening, and thence home here. The family have the sympathy of all. Clearfield Enterprise, Clearfield, Iowa August 10, 1922 Carson, Everett L. - Everett L. Carson, oldest son of Mr. and Mrs. O. L. Carson, was born Sept. 22, 1888 at Clearfield, Iowa and lived there all his life with the exception of three years spent at Hopkins, Mo. He attended the country school and Clearfield High School after which he spent some time in teaching. He united with the United Presbyterian Church in childhood but later in life became a member of the Church of Christ in Clearfield. He was married Dec. 21. 1910 to Miss May Renfro of Hopkins, Mo. and to this union were born four children: Thurma aged 11; Herbert, 9; Marion, 6; and Earlus 8 months. He is survived by his wife and four children, father, mother, two brothers one sister and many friends. He was of a cheerful disposition and made friends wherever he went. He was taken sick Wednesday Aug. 3, which developed rapidly into appendicitis and was rushed to Ensworth hospital St. Joseph for an operation, where it was found he was in a serious condition. Everett was very hopeful of his recovery but spoke to the nurse the night before he passed, away, saying. "I have always tried to live right". After a brave fight for life the end came at 2 o'clock Monday afternoon Aug. 7,1922. aged 33 years 10 months and 15 days He was a good husband, kind father, and a friend to all. Funeral services were conducted Wednesday afternoon at the Christian Church by his pastor. W. A. Purdy, after which his body was laid to rest in the Clearfield Cemetery Clearfield Enterprise, Clearfield, Iowa August 17, 1922 Ethington, James Lewis - Mr. Jas. L. Ethington, one of the longtime citizens of this community, died at his home early Tuesday forenoon. Mr. Ethington was taken with a severe heart attack at nine o'clock Saturday evening, and continued in very serious condition. He was thot to be slightly better, but succumbed suddenly at the end. The sympathy of all friends is extended to the wife and children, some of whom live at a distance. Funeral services at the M. E. Church Sunday afternoon at 2 o'clock. Clearfield Enterprise, Clearfield, Iowa December 14, 1922 Ethington, James Lewis - James Lewis Ethington, oldest son of Joseph H. and Mary A. Ethington, was born near Seneca, Kansas, on Oct. 23. 1862, and died at his home in Clearfield, Iowa, Dec. 12th, 1922, being at that time 60 years, 1 month, and 19 days old. His last illness was short, death resulting from a heart attack after but three days illness. On May 25th, 1886 at Maryville, Missouri, he was united in marriage with Miss Annettie McLaughlin, and to this union were born seven children, one dying in infancy. Those remaining are:— Mrs. Mattie Reed, of Friona, Texas; Mrs. Myrtle Shaffer and Clarence Ethington, of Clearfield; Frank of Huron, South Dakota; Harold of Alden, Iowa; and Mrs. Lena Clarey of Clearfield. Besides the wife and children, Mr. Ethington is survived by one sister, Mrs. Harry A Hogue, of Superior, Nebraska and by four brothers, David and John of Edgar, Nebraska; H. A. of Des Moines, la; and Chas, of Lenox, Iowa. There are eighteen grandchildren. Mr. and Mrs. Ethington came to Iowa in 1889, and located on a farm near Clearfield. They have ever since resided near this place, coming to Clearfield from the farm about five years ago. Mr. Ethington was a member of the Clearfield Methodist Church. He had for thirty years been a member of Goshen Lodge, No. 53, I. O. 0. F. of Diagonal, Iowa. He was an honest and upright citizen, a kind neighbor and friend, and a loving husband, and father, and will be sadly missed by all who knew him. The funeral services were held at Clearfield Methodist Church on the afternoon of Sunday, Dec. 17th, attended by a concourse that filled the church completely. Members of his fraternity were seated in a body to the number of about fifty. The pastor, Rev. Calkins, conducted the service, using selections from the Book of Job and from Revelations as a basis for the sermon. Music was by a quartet, with a solo by Supt. Heaton. The service at the cemetery was by the Odd Fellows, the ritual of Order being followed. Clearfield Enterprise, Clearfield, Iowa December 21, 1922 Fulton, William F. - A message received by Mr. Fred Rood on Monday conveyed the news of the death of his brother-in-law, Wm. Fulton, at Alton, Illinois, where he was conducting a special sale—that being his line of business. The death must have been very sudden, for he was not known to have been sick, His brother Ed Fulton, else known here by older settlers, died just a week before, in Kansas. Mr. Fulton leaves a widow and three daughters, Blanche, Beulah and Nellie. All reside in Des Moines. Arrangements are being made for here in Clearfield Cemetery on today, Thursday, but the time is yet uncertain as we write on Tuesday. The family resided in this community till perhaps 25 years ago and have often visited here since that time. Clearfield Enterprise, Clearfield, Iowa July 20, 1922 Fulton, William F. - William F. Fulton was born Nov. 28, 1853 near Ft. Wayne, Indiana and died July 16, 1922 at Alton, Ill., where he was following his regular work of conducting mercantile sales. In 1875 he moved with his father's family to a farm near Clearfield, Iowa. He was married to Miss Emma Rood in 1879, to which union three daughters were born. The family moved from Clearfield to Panora, Iowa, where Mr. Fulton was engaged in a general merchandise business for a number of years, moving thence to Des Moines. At the time of his death he resided in Des Moines, where he had lived for the past fifteen years. Surviving him are his widow, three daughters,—Mrs. Wm. Monoham, Mrs. E. A. Anderson, and Miss Blanch Fulton, all of Des Moines. Three sisters,—Mrs. Alex Myers of Emporia, Kansas; Mrs. Margaret Wells of Formosa, Kansas, and Mrs. Mary E. Jolly of Washington D. C; also two grandchildren, sons of Mr. and Mrs. E. A. Anderson of Des Moines. He was a member of the Presbyterian Church. His parents were among the first members of the Clearfield United Presbyterian Church. His brother Ed departed this life one week before him at Lincoln, Nebr. There is but a step between us and death. The funeral services were held in the United Presb. church last Thursday afternoon, conducted by the pastor, Rev. S. Boyd Johnson. There was a large attendance of former friends and neighbors, and the floral offering were profuse and beautiful. Interment was in Clearfield Cemetery. Clearfield Enterprise, Clearfield, Iowa July 27, 1922 Gelvin. Ebenezer E. – Mr. E. E. Gelvin was born in Mercer county, Penn. Oct. 8, 1830, died at his home in Clearfield, Iowa Feb. 1st, 1923, aged 92 years, 3 months and 22 days. He was married in 1854. He moved with his wife and four children to Stark Co., Ill. in the spring of 1865 where he lived one year, after which he moved to Washington Co., Iowa, and lived eight years, then moved to Taylor Co. in the fall of 1874. He located on a new farm on which a part of Clearfield is now located, living here for six years, then moving to Ringgold Co. two miles east of Clearfield then to his present, homo in Clearfield where he has since resided. His wife preceded him to the better World nineteen years last November. He lived under the administration of all the Presidents of this United States except the first six, always having an interest in his country’s welfare, and voted his last time for Pres. Harding. He is survived by five children. Mrs. T. M, Davis of Beaver City, Nebr.; Mrs. J. W. Moffett, Hugh, and James of Clearfield, Iowa; Mrs Jennie Young of Coin, Iowa. There are four grand children, Ross and Faye Moffett, of Clearfield; Clarence Davis of Lincoln, Nebr ; and Jean Young of Coin, Iowa. Also one great-grandson, Thomas Milburn Davis, age 4½ years, of Lincoln, Neb. Two brothers survive him, Aaron Gelvin of Ponca City, Okla.; and Daniel Gelvin of Ferris, Cal. He was a charter member of the Clearfield U. P. Church which was organized in 1881, and remained a constant member ever since, serving as ruling elder for a number of years. He has been deprived of the pleasure of his church privilege for a few years on account of his failing hearing. Mr. Gelvin was of a retiring disposition. His life was an example of simplicity, dignity, and good will toward all. He was a lover of his country, his church, and his home. He was quiet and unassuming in his bearing, gentle in his manner toward all around him, never complaining of affliction, bearing all his infirmities with fortitude and trust in God who he believed doeth all things well. A kind father gone to his reward. We shall miss him. The funeral services were held at the church on Friday afternoon, the pastor, Rev. S. Boyd Johnson officiating. All of the children were present, and a good number of the life-long friends and neighbors. In the going of Mr. Gelvin the community loses its oldest living man, a pioneer in the community, and a citizen of sterling worth. Interment was in Clearfield Cemetery. Clearfield Enterprise, Clearfield, Iowa February 8, 1923 Howell, Eva McCulloch Hamilton - Eva McCulloch was born Nov. 22, 1853 near Cazenovia, Illinois; where she grew to womanhood. In 1874 she was married to John K. Hamilton, and came with him to Lenox, Iowa. A few years later they came to Clearfield where they lived until 1907 when they moved to Ft. Morgan, Colorado, returning to Iowa 1912—Mr. Hamilton’s death occurring one year later. In l921 she was married to Mr. J. L. Howell, since which time her home was in Albion, Nebraska. She died very suddenly Jan. 29th 1923. The body was brought back to Clearfield for burial. Services were held in the United Presbyterian church conducted by the Pastor S Boyd Johnson. She became a member of the Clearfield United Presbyterian congregation in 1882, a few months after the organization was effected, and was a faithful attendant and interested in the welfare of the church. Among those who remain to mourn her loss are her husband J. L. Howell: two sisters, Mrs. Hattie Stiles, Salem, Oregon; Mrs. Zilla Storey, Monmouth, Illinois; Rev. W B. McCulloch D. D. Los Angles, California; and two daughters, Miss Maude Hamilton of Peoria, Illinois and Mrs. Minnie Nulph of Shannon City. One son Leigh died 1907. There is but a step between us and death. Precious is the sight of the Lord, is the death of his Saints. Clearfield Enterprise, Clearfield, Iowa Feb. 8, 1923 Lerew, Beulah Pearl Peavy - Beulah Pearl Peavy. daughter of Everett W. and Hattie M. Peavy was born at Anselmo, Custer Co., Nebraska, July 23, 1891. She moved with her parents to town in 1895 where she grew to young womanhood. In 1907 she moved to Faulkton, South Dakota. She was married Nov. 25, 1909 to William H. Lerew. To this union were born seven children. Eulace, Wayne, Lola, Leta, Maude, Leon and Lula. Wayne and Maude preceded her to the Glory World. She was converted in Jan. 1920, and since that time had lived a consistent Christian life. She was kind neighbor and loving wife and mother. She departed this life Oct. 14th, 1922, at the Lincoln hospital at Aberdeen, South Dakota, at the age of 31 years 2 months, and 22 days. She leaves to mourn her loss, a mother and father, five brothers, a husband, one son and four daughters, and a host of friends. Funeral services were conducted by Rev. G. H. Andrew, pastor of the Free Methodist church at Faulkton, South Dakota, assisted by G. A. Evans, of Liberty, South Dakota. Funeral was held at the Methodist church of Cresbard, Dakota The remains were laid to rest in the Cresbard Cemetery, Text lst Cor 15:55-57 Clearfield Enterprise, Clearfield, Iowa November 9, 1922 Lyddon, Charles Franklin – Charles Franklin Lyddon, fourth son of John and Hannah Lyddcn, was born in Warren county, Illinois, April 4. 1847, and died at his home in Clearfield, Iowa. March 7, 1923, age 75 years, 11 months, and 3 days. In 1874 he was united in marriage to Elizabeth Richardson and in 1878 they came to Taylor County, Iowa, and the next year moved on the home farm where they resided until he moved to Clearfield 24 years ago. To this union were born four children. Myrtle L. who died in 1896; Irvin Elza who died in infancy; Ned E. and Daisie L. both of Clearfield. Besides the wife and two children he leaves to mourn his loss, one grandson, C. K. Lyddon; one granddaughter, Mrs. Merle Sheets; one great grandson, Leslie Edgar Sheets; one great grand daughter, Ruth Elaine Sheets; four brothers, John and Henry of Lenox, Iowa; George of Clearfield, and Albert of Galesburg, Illinois, besides a host of other relatives and friends. Mr. Lyddon was a tender hearted faithful, loving husband and father, wholly devoted to the welfare and happiness of family, relatives and friends. He seemed to live for others rather than himself, and by such life so endeared himself to those whom he loved and that loved him, that tho he is no longer with them in person, he will never cease to live in their hearts and memories. While not a professed Christian in the days of his health, Mr. Lyddon, after requesting and hearing the prayer of one of God's Servants ceased his worrying and seemed to rest in peace and said to his family “I am going through” and ask different members of his family if they were going thru, thus giving evidence that he was trusting in his Heavenly Father to bear him safely thru the river of death, and land him on the shores of his eternal home. The funeral was held at the M. E. church on Friday afternoon, conducted by T. E, Glendenning assisted by the pastors of the town and Elder R R Shannon. Clearfield Enterprise, Clearfield, Iowa March 15, 1923 Moore, John A. - John A. Moore, an old time resident of Clearfield, died at the home of his daughter, Mrs. W. H. Fuller of Hillsboro, Oregon, Sept. I, 1922, after a short illness of blood poison. Mr. Moore was born in Indiana Sept. 10, 1840. He is survived by a daughter, Mrs. Geo. Thurman of Lorimor, Ia. and Mrs. Fuller in whose home he passed away. He is an uncle of Mrs. Mercer and Mrs. Kleckner of this place. His wife, Mrs. Moore preceded him in death two years before on the same day Mr. Moon was buried. The services were held at the house conducted by Rev. Kay of the Baptist Church of which he was a member. He was 81 years old at the time of his death. Clearfield Enterprise, Clearfield, Iowa September 21, 1922 Morey, Cora Belle Hidlay - Cora Belle Hidlay Morey, was born at Milledgeville. Ill. Dec. 11, 1865 and died at her home southeast of Hay Springs, Nebr., July 23,1922, at the age of 56 years 7 months and 12 days. She moved with her parents to Clearfield, Iowa, in 1881. At the age of 17 she united with the Methodist Church and continued to be a sincere member of that church during her lifetime. She was united in marriage to William Morey, Jan. 29, 1890 at Clearfield, Iowa, coming to Hay Springs, Nebr. to make their home where they have since resided. To this union were born five children, Boyd, Mrs. Doon Hunter, Clyde, Letha, and Avice. Her husband and children were at her bed side during her illness and death, and all was done that loving hands can do. She leaves to mourn her loss a husband and children, two sisters, two brothers and other relatives and friends. While expressing during her illness a strong desire to live, she resigned herself to the will of God, confident that as she trusted in his love she could also trust in his wisdom. She was a loving and patient mother, happiest in the realms of her home, and never tiring when the duties of mother and friend called her. We are mourning her loss now, but we have a sweet memory to be ever in our minds, and an example in the noble life she lived. The funeral services were held at the Methodist Church and were attended by the many friends who filled the church and yard outside, and whose tears and beautiful floral tributes attest their sympathy for their dear friend, Mrs. Morey. After beautiful and comforting words spoken by the pastor, the deceased was laid to rest in the cemetery south of Hay Springs. Clearfield Enterprise, Clearfield, Iowa August 10, 1922 Nicely, Annie M. Estle – Annie M. Estle was born in Green County, Pennsylvania, on Dec. 11, 1859. She died at her home in Lenox, Iowa, Jan. 9, 1923, aged 63 years and 22 days. She was the daughter of George and Martha Estle, and came with them to Ringgold county in 1874. She was united in marriage to Henry Nicely in 1881. She leaves to mourn her loss her husband, two brothers, William and John Estle, and many relatives and friends. The funeral services were held at the home on Thursday, Jan. 11, and interment was in the Lenox Cemetery. Mrs. Nicely was a cousin of Mrs. Richard Melters of Clearfield. Clearfield Enterprise, Clearfield, Iowa January 18, 1923 Parkhurst, Johnathan – Johnathan Parkhurst was born in Windsor Co. Vermont July 11, 1835. At the age of 19 he removed to Knox Co., Ill. where he engaged in farming for 7 years. In 1861 he removed to Cleveland, Ohio and it was there, while firing on the old Erie and Pennsylvania railroad, he met his future wife, Miss Mary Sindley. They were married in 1864 and returned to Knox Co. where they remained till ’67 when they came to Ringgold Co. and settled on Section 20 on the State road. Three years were spent on this farm then they settled on Section 7 Benton township, which was then in wild condition. All thru the long hard years that followed this worthy couple were neighbors in the truest sense, ever ready to lend a helping hand to those in need. The night was never too dark or stormy for this tender wife and mother to leave home and go miles away to relieve the sick or suffering, and so honest and sane was the judgment of the husband and father that men came to him from far and near for advise and help which was always cheerfully given. Nine children were born in this union, six living to mourn his loss: Mrs. Etta Philmalea, of Brush, Colo., Mrs. Tom Hartsock of Fremont, Neb. , Mrs. Clara Sconce of Maloy, Mrs. T. E. Jameson of Redding, and S. F. Dowell of Hemmingford, Nebraska and John Parkhurst of Clearfield. Three children were buried in infancy. Besides their own large family they made a home for a grandson, Everett Parkhurst who was as a son to them from infancy. In 1897 they retired from the farm and have since lived in Maloy with the exception of the last five, years when they were unable to keep house they spent the time among their children. Last year on Sept. 3 the wife was called home and the faithful companion never rallied from the shock of her death but gradually grew weaker till on Friday Aug. 11th he folded his hands across his breast, closed his eyes and quietly fell asleep. The wonderful patience and sound judgment with which he accepted his suffering and death was a marvel to all. “He died as he had lived.” Funeral services were conducted at the Maloy Church of Christ Sunday afternoon, Aug. 13 by W. A. Purdy, pastor of Clearfield Church of Christ. Clearfield Enterprise, Clearfield, Iowa August 17, 1922 Parkins, James Lackey – James Lackey Parkins was born in Blunt County, Tenn., November 29, 1854, and departed this life March 5, 1923, aged 68 years, 3 months and 4 days. He came to Howard county Indiana with his parents in 1866, and in 1870 came to Washington county, Iowa, and in 1884 he came to Clearfield, Iowa, where he spent the remainder of his life. On October 12, 1870 he was united in marriage to Louise Williams. To this union were born six children, four boys and two girls. George of Hemingsford, Nebrnska, Frank of Clearfield. Henrietta Fosmire of Clearfield; Floyd of New England, North Dakota; Arminna Dowell of Clearfield and William of Clarinda Iowa, all of whom are living. He leaves to mourn his loss besides his immediate family, four sisters, three brothers, fourteen grandchildren, his nieces and nephews and a host of neighbors and friends. In 1888 he united with the Baptist Church in Clearfield, and up until late years he was an active worker, and always remembered the faith. He was a kind and loving husband and father, and will be remembered by all who knew him. Funeral services were hold Thursday morning at 10:30 at the Baptist Church, conducted by Rev. 0sborne, a former pastor. Interment was in Clearfield Cemetery. Clearfield Enterprise, Clearfield, Iowa March 15, 1923 Plummer, Jackson Roberts - Jackson Roberts Plummer, who died at his home in Clearfield last Saturday evening, was born at Groton, Vermont. Nov. 28,1850, and so lacked but three days of being 72 years of age. He was a son of John W. and Emily Plummer, both of whom lived their last years in Clearfield, and died full of years at the home of their son. He was one of twelve children, three boys and nine girls. Of that family only three sisters, are now alive, but owing to health and distance none could attend the funeral. They reside in Colorado, Texas, and Joplin, Missouri. Jackson Plummer came with his parents to Washington, Iowa, in 1869. He came to Taylor county in 1875, buying a farm from the government located midway between Clearfield and Lenox. He never sold this place. He was married to Miss Ella M. Gibson at Washington in 1876, and they made their home for many years on the farm in Platte township. Here were born to them six daughters, one dying in infancy, the others were able to be with their father in his last illness. They are Mrs. Edith Bone of South Ryegate, Vt; Mrs Mabel Berkey of Humeston, Iowa, Mrs. Fred Moore of Pella Saak. Canada, Mrs. Clara Snyder of Alva, Wyoming; and Mrs. Mary B, Taggart of Clarinda. The family came to Clearfield from the farm in 1892, at about which time Mr. Plummer studied law, and was admitted to the bar for practice. He continued his legal work to the very end but also had varied and important business Interests. He united with the Methodist Church at the age of twelve, and continued in its membership till death, nearly sixty years. He was regular in attendance, held official positions much of the time, and was faithful in the duties devolving upon him. Possessing a wonderful voice, he loved music, and gladly helped in song when called upon. The funeral service was held on Monday afternoon at the Methodist church, all the pastors being present. The address by Rev. Johnson was on the text, "I will not leave you comfortless". Interment was in Clearfield Cemetery. The deceased will be missed in the home, the church, and business circles of town. Clearfield Enterprise, Clearfield, Iowa November 30, 1922 Porter, Addison - Addison Porter was born Dec 15, 1839, near Sardis, Monroe Co., Ohio. He died at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Richard Stamper, Dec. 28, 1922, aged 83 years and 13 days. He was married May 22, 1852 to Miss Sarah Ann Bontrager; to this union 12 children were born; Mrs. Mary Riley of Corning; Margaret [deceased); James, Charles, and Robert of Creston; Frank of Prescott; Wm. of Des Moines; John of Enid, Oklahoma; Mrs. Jennie Stamper, Clearfield; Mrs. Addie Nash of Polk City; Harry of Fort Calhoun, Nebr; and Earl of Lenox, Iowa. Mr. Porter and his wife moved to Appanoose, County, Iowa, where they lived one year and then moved to Ringgold County, Iowa, where they have lived the most of the time since. Mr. Porter has been very feeble for some time. About three weeks ago he had a stroke of paralysis, and since that time grew steadily weaker until Thursday morning Dec. 28, when death came to his relief. Mr. Porter had been a professing Christian for about twenty years and for the last eight years had been a member of the Grant Center M. E. Church. He leaves besides his surviving children, forty-seven grandchildren, twenty-two great grand children, besides other relatives and friends. His faithful wife preceded him less than two months ago to the Better World. Funeral services in charge of the Pastor, Rev. Virgil W. Henderson was held at the home Saturday Dec. 30 at 2 p. in. Interment was made in Clearfield Cemetery. Clearfield Enterprise, Clearfield, Iowa January 4, 1923 Porter, Sarah Ann Bontrager - Sarah Ann Bontrager was born at Sardis, Monroe Co., Ohio, May 22, 1842, and departed this life Nov. 4, 1922 at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Richard Stamper in Grant township where she has made her home the past seventeen years. She was 80 years, 5 months, and 6 days of age. On May 22, 1852 at Sardis, Ohio, she was united in marriage to Addison Porter. To them were born twelve children: Mrs. Mary Riley of Corning; Margaret, deceased; James, Charles; and Robert of Creston, Iowa; Frank of Prescott, Iowa; Wm. of Des Moines, Iowa; John of Enid, Oklahoma; Mrs. Jennie Stamper, Clearfield, la; Mrs. Addie Nash of Polk City, Iowa; Harry of Ft. Calhoun, Nebr; and Earl of Lenox, Iowa. She and her husband came from Ohio to Appanoose Co., Iowa in 1864 where they lived for a year and then moved to Ringgold where they resided most of the time since. She was converted at the age of seventeen and united with the Methodist Church. For the past eight years she was a member of Grant Center Methodist church. She leaves for her children and grandchildren an example and influence of her good and faithful Christian life. Besides the surviving children she leaves to mourn her loss her aged husband, two sisters, Mrs. Addaline Earhart of Scranton, la., Mrs. Elizabeth Quinn of Grand Mound, Iowa; one brother, Frank Bontroger of Anita, Iowa; forty-seven grandchildren, twenty-two great grand children and many other relatives and friends. Funeral services were held at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Richard Stamper, Monday afternoon at 2 o'clock in charge of her pastor, Rev. Virgil W. Henderson. Interment was in Clearfield Cemetery. Clearfield Enterprise, Clearfield, Iowa November 9, 1922 Reed, William - William Reed, Sr., a well known citizen of Platte Township, died last Friday evening at six o'clock at his home south of Lenox, after a prolonged illness of about four years. He was attacked by a disease of the spinal cord, progressive in character, which toward the last caused complete paralysis from the waist down. Physicians could promise no relief. Mr. Reed was one of the old residents of the township, and was nearly 58 years of age at the time of his death. Funeral services were held at the home Sunday afternoon at 2 o'clock He leaves a wife and three grown daughters. Clearfield Enterprise, Clearfield, Iowa August 3, 1922 Riley, William H. - William H Riley was born Dec. 22, 1873, in Washington County. Iowa, and with his parents moved to Taylor County, Iowa, when three years of age, where he grew to manhood and where he has since made his home. He was united in marriage to Josephine Cain on the 26th day of March, 1901. To this union was born one daughter, Doris. He was first taken sick about one year ago and had never since regained his strength. His last sickness coming on suddenly, Saturday evening, when he grew gradually worse, and departed this life at 1:40 o'clock Sunday morning Dec. 31, at the age of 49 years, and 9 days. He leaves to mourn the loss, his wife and daughter Doris, and two step-sons, Harley and Fred Cain; his father and mother, Mr. and Mrs. N. R. Riley, of Clearfield, Iowa; three sisters, Mrs. W. L. Clark of Mt. Ayr; Mrs. Frank Lyddon and Mrs. L. M. Hadden both of Clearfield, Iowa; one brother Howard E of Los Angeles, California; besides a host of other relatives and friends. Funeral services were held at the Clearfield Methodist Church on Tuesday afternoon, conducted by the pastor, Rev. C. A. Calkins. A large assemblage of friends, called to pay the last tribute of respect to the deceased. The text used was Hebrews XJI 2. The pallbearers were all cousins of the deceased. Interment followed in Clearfield Cemetery. Clearfield Enterprise, Clearfield, Iowa January 4, 1923 Ryan, John - Word arrived here on Monday to the effect that John Ryan oldest son of Mr. and Mrs. Dan Ryan, now residing at Creston, had been killed by being shot in a hunting accident near Casper, Wyoming. It is not known whether he was shot by his own gun or by that of a companion. The body arrived in Creston Tuesday evening and the funeral was held on Wednesday at ten o’clock from the Catholic Church in Lenox. [The paper had a crease in it which caused too large of gaps to decipher the remaining.] Clearfield Enterprise, Clearfield, Iowa August 10, 1922 Webb, Hubert Martin - Most of our readers will remember the Webb family as long residents of Clearfield, and Hubert Webb, who started his career as a printer in this office, and who has for about thirteen years been at Rockwell City, Iowa, where he has been manager or foreman of one of the papers during that period. We have but now learned of his death, which took place on December 22[1922]. Mr. Webb had been in failing health for some time, and leaves a family. He was at his death about 35 years of age. A copy of the Rockwell City Advocate just received gives much detail about Mr. Webb's death. Death was caused by pneumonia, occurring in the Mayo Bros hospital at Rochester, Minn. Hubert had undergone an operation, for stomach ulcers and gall trouble. He was coming out nicely, when pneumonia attacked him, and only lived three days. Hubert Martin, son of David and Hila Webb, was born in Clearfield, May 4, 1880. He was married in Sept. 1909, and leaves a widow and two children, Helen aged 12 and Hila aged 9 years. He was a member of the Methodist Church of Rockwell City and was also an Odd Fellow. Interment was at Rockwell City. Clearfield Enterprise, Clearfield, Iowa January 11, 1923 Wickersham, Carey T. – Carey T. Wickersham, a farmer living 5 miles northeast of Bedford, killed himself last Saturday forenoon by shooting himself in the head with a rifle. Mr. W. was in prosperous circumstances, and the apparent cause of his deed lies in ill-health. He was that day to go to Omaha to have an operation performed. He evidently lost his nerve, and took the short route out of all physical weaknesses. While his wife was packing his clothing for the trip, and he was in waiting for a neighbor who should take him to Conway, Mr. W. went out into a summer kitchen, put the muzzle of the gun into his mouth and fired. He was found soon after but dead. He was the father of Miss Ruth Wickersham, who taught in our schools, and who is the only child. Clearfield Enterprise, Clearfield, Iowa February 15, 1923 Williamson, Maynard Ben - Maynard Ben Williamson, son of E. B. and Caroline Williamson, was born at Boonville, New York on Dec. 30 1854. He died at the home of his son Roy Williamson, near Clearfield, Iowa, Oct. 28th, 1922. aged 67 years, 9 months, and 28 days. In 1853 he moved with his parents to Illinois, and was there married to Eperva Routh on Jan. 9th, 1877. To this union was born eight children, one of whom died in infancy. Those who survive their father are:—J. D. of St. Joseph, Mo.; Arthur of Murdock, Minnesota, Roy of Clearfield; Earnest of Murdock, Minnesota, Mrs. DeVoy Smith of St. Joseph; Fred and Mrs. Henry Sornson, Murdock, Minnesota. He also leaves an aged mother, ninety-one years of age; one sister, Mrs. Helen Hopple of Hopkins, Missouri; and one brother, Alonzo Williamson of Bedford, Iowa. Besides there are nine grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends. Mr. Williamson was a member of the Methodist Church, and lived nearly all his life in that communion. He had suffered greatly during many years, but endured with patience the ills of the flesh. The funeral services were held at Clearfield Methodist church Sunday afternoon, and the congregation nearly filled the church. The pallbearers were nephews, five sons and one son-in-law of Mr Williamson's sister, Mrs. Helen Hopple of Hopkins. The floral offerings were very beautiful. After the service the body was taken to Clearfield Cemetery for interment. All of the sons and daughters attended the funeral, and in some cases their wives and husbands. Also the only brother, Alonzo Williamson of Bedford, with his wife. Two nieces and their husbands from Creston; besides relatives from Parnell and Sheridan Missouri. Mrs. George Palmer came from Galesburg, Illinois. She is a sister of Mrs. Williamson, and of Harve and J. W. Routh. Clearfield Enterprise, Clearfield, Iowa November 2, 1922 Wyant, George A. - George A. Wyant, was born in Pennsylvania Dec. 26, 1834, being one of the family of twelve children, six sons and six daughters, of Jacob E. and Margaret Wyant. He was reared in his native state, where he obtained the rudiments of his education in the public schools and followed the avocation of farming and stock raising. At the age of 21 he began life on his own account. In 1855 he went to Kansas, where he remained a short time and then located in Illinois, where he taught school in the winter and the following spring began farming. In 1856 he returned to Kansas, where he followed farming and school teaching until 1875, when he moved to Ringgold county and settled on a farm in Lincoln township and engaged in milling and farming. Mr. Wyant was united in marriage in Kansas, May 8, 1859 with Sarah A. Morrow, a native of Penn. and to them were born four children, two of whom, Mrs. T. J. Tindle of Lincoln township, and James U., of Bedford survive. The wife and mother died in July 1891, and in October 1892, he was united in marriage with Mrs. Elsie Griffith. For a short time Mr. and Mrs. Wyant made their home in Clearfield, until 1899 they moved to Mt. Ayr. The home life at Mr. and Mrs. Wyant has been extremely happy. After locating in Mount Ayr, Mr. Wyant accepted the position of secretary of the Ringgold County Mutual Fire Insurance Co., in which position he served faithfully and efficiently until three years ago when, on account of advanced age, he retired from the office. During the civil war Mr. Wyant responded to the country’s call and served as orderly sergeant of Company A, Twentieth Kansas Volunteer Infantry, and was in Price's raid thru Missouri. His church membership was with the Church of Christ at Clearfield. He was a member of the Masonic fraternity. The funeral was held Sunday afternoon from the M. E. Church, being conducted by the pastor, Rev. Jay Kirkendall, assisted by Edgar Price, pastor of the Church of Christ. The pall bearers were his grandsons—Hugh and G. A. Wyant, George and James Tindle, Frank Routh, and Charles Culver. The flower girls were his granddaughters, Ruth and Helen Wyant, Esther and Opal Culver. Clearfield Enterprise, Clearfield, Iowa December 19, 1922

Clearfield Enterprise, Clearfield, Iowa obituaries

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Armstrong, John –

John Armstrong, a brother of Mrs. Matthew Lourie of this city died Jan. 11th at the home of his daughter two miles north of Tingley, aged 80 years. He came with his parents from Ireland when six years of age. He served in the Civil War, was discharged for wounds, recovered, again enlisted and finished out the war. Married in 1868 to Phoebe Lee, they moved to Iowa in 1870 and since made this state their home.

Of their eleven children, seven are still living. Since the death of his wife in 1905, he has lived mostly with his daughter, Mrs. Hubbard.

He has suffered from paralysis since June 1920. Since early in life he was a member of the Free Will Baptist church. He leaves seven children, twenty-two grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren. One brother and one sister survive.

Clearfield Enterprise, Clearfield, Iowa January 25, 1923

Beatty, R. Merrill –

The subject of this brief sketch was born in Lincoln township, Ringgold county, Iowa, Dec. 18th, 1879. He died at the home of his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Jas. Beatty in Clearfield, Wednesday July 26th, 1922 having attained the age of 48 years, 7 months and 13 days.

With the exception of two years which were spent with the family in Pklahoma, Merrill had lived in Clearfield or its vicinity all his life. For the moat part he followed farming as a lifework, and was farming on an extensive scale when illness compelled him to retire from active effort in July of 1920. For more than two years he was in very poor health, unable to follow any regular occupation. He was patient and resigned to the ill-health that continued with increasing weakness to the end.

The funeral service was held on Friday afternoon, July 26th, at the

Methodist Church, and the large assemblage testified to the sincere regard of old friends and neighbors. Carl Brown, a former pastor of the family conducted the service. Interment in Clearfield Cemetery.

Clearfield Enterprise, Clearfield, Iowa August 10, 1922

Blair, C. E. -

C. E. Blair, until a year ago the vice-president of the Clarinda National Bank, drowned himself in Lake Crabill Saturday night. Not being at his home, search was initiated. Blair's cap and purse were found on the bank of the lake, but it took nearly an all day search before the body was found. He attended a meeting of a corporation on Saturday evening and adjourned at 10 o’clock and he was seen after that time going east whereas his home was west. Relatives declare he had no financial troubles.

Clearfield Enterprise, Clearfield, Iowa October 26, 1922

Carson, Everett L. -

Another of our younger men died Monday, Everett Carson, son of Mr. and Mrs. O. L. Carson, long time residents of this community. He was taken last week with acute appendicitis, and on Friday morning was taken to a hospital in St. Joe. An operation was performed as soon as possible, and a very serious condition disclosed. The appendix was ruptured, and peritonitis had set in. Everett's condition was critical all the time, and at 2 o'clock on Monday, just three days after the operation, he passed away.

He has a wife and children., and has lived the past three years on the former Ackerman place southwest of town. The body was brought to Conway Monday evening, and thence home here. The family have the sympathy of all.

Clearfield Enterprise, Clearfield, Iowa August 10, 1922

Carson, Everett L. -

Everett L. Carson, oldest son of Mr. and Mrs. O. L. Carson, was born Sept. 22, 1888 at Clearfield, Iowa and lived there all his life with the exception of three years spent at Hopkins, Mo. He attended the country school and Clearfield High School after which he spent some time in teaching.

He united with the United Presbyterian Church in childhood but later in life became a member of the Church of Christ in Clearfield. He was married Dec. 21. 1910 to Miss May Renfro of Hopkins, Mo. and to this union were born four children: Thurma aged 11; Herbert, 9; Marion, 6; and Earlus 8 months.

He is survived by his wife and four children, father, mother, two brothers one sister and many friends. He was of a cheerful disposition and made friends wherever he went.

He was taken sick Wednesday Aug. 3, which developed rapidly into

appendicitis and was rushed to Ensworth hospital St. Joseph for an operation, where it was found he was in a serious condition. Everett was very hopeful of his recovery but spoke to the nurse the night before he passed, away, saying. "I have always tried to live right". After a brave fight for life the end came at 2 o'clock Monday afternoon Aug. 7,1922. aged 33 years 10 months and 15 days

He was a good husband, kind father, and a friend to all.

Funeral services were conducted Wednesday afternoon at the Christian Church by his pastor. W. A. Purdy, after which his body was laid to rest in the Clearfield Cemetery

Clearfield Enterprise, Clearfield, Iowa August 17, 1922

Ethington, James Lewis -

Mr. Jas. L. Ethington, one of the longtime citizens of this community, died at his home early Tuesday forenoon. Mr. Ethington was taken with a severe heart attack at nine o'clock Saturday evening, and continued in very serious condition. He was thot to be slightly better, but succumbed suddenly at the end. The sympathy of all friends is extended to the wife and children, some of whom live at a distance. Funeral services at the M. E. Church Sunday afternoon at 2 o'clock.

Clearfield Enterprise, Clearfield, Iowa December 14, 1922

Ethington, James Lewis -

James Lewis Ethington, oldest son of Joseph H. and Mary A. Ethington, was born near Seneca, Kansas, on Oct. 23. 1862, and died at his home in Clearfield, Iowa, Dec. 12th, 1922, being at that time 60 years, 1 month, and 19 days old. His last illness was short, death resulting from a heart attack after but three days illness.

On May 25th, 1886 at Maryville, Missouri, he was united in marriage

with Miss Annettie McLaughlin, and to this union were born seven children, one dying in infancy. Those remaining are:— Mrs. Mattie Reed, of Friona, Texas; Mrs. Myrtle Shaffer and Clarence Ethington, of Clearfield; Frank of Huron, South Dakota; Harold of Alden, Iowa; and Mrs. Lena Clarey of Clearfield.

Besides the wife and children, Mr. Ethington is survived by one sister, Mrs. Harry A Hogue, of Superior, Nebraska and by four brothers, David and John of Edgar, Nebraska; H. A. of Des Moines, la; and Chas, of Lenox, Iowa. There are eighteen grandchildren.

Mr. and Mrs. Ethington came to Iowa in 1889, and located on a farm near Clearfield. They have ever since resided near this place, coming to Clearfield from the farm about five years ago.

Mr. Ethington was a member of the Clearfield Methodist Church. He had for thirty years been a member of Goshen Lodge, No. 53, I. O. 0. F. of Diagonal, Iowa. He was an honest and upright citizen, a kind neighbor and friend, and a loving husband, and father, and will be sadly missed by all who knew him.

The funeral services were held at Clearfield Methodist Church on the

afternoon of Sunday, Dec. 17th, attended by a concourse that filled the church completely. Members of his fraternity were seated in a body to the number of about fifty. The pastor, Rev. Calkins, conducted the service, using selections from the Book of Job and from Revelations as a basis for the sermon. Music was by a quartet, with a solo by Supt. Heaton.

The service at the cemetery was by the Odd Fellows, the ritual of Order being followed.

Clearfield Enterprise, Clearfield, Iowa December 21, 1922

Fulton, William F. -

A message received by Mr. Fred Rood on Monday conveyed the news of the death of his brother-in-law, Wm. Fulton, at Alton, Illinois, where he was conducting a special sale—that being his line of business. The death must have been very sudden, for he was not known to have been sick, His brother Ed Fulton, else known here by older settlers, died just a week before, in Kansas. Mr. Fulton leaves a widow and three daughters, Blanche, Beulah and Nellie. All reside in Des Moines. Arrangements are being made for here in Clearfield Cemetery on today, Thursday, but the time is yet uncertain as we write on Tuesday. The family resided in this community till perhaps 25 years ago and have often visited here since that time.

Clearfield Enterprise, Clearfield, Iowa July 20, 1922

Fulton, William F. -

William F. Fulton was born Nov. 28, 1853 near Ft. Wayne, Indiana and died July 16, 1922 at Alton, Ill., where he was following his regular work of conducting mercantile sales. In 1875 he moved with his father's family to a farm near Clearfield, Iowa. He was married to Miss Emma Rood in 1879, to which union three daughters were born.

The family moved from Clearfield to Panora, Iowa, where Mr. Fulton was engaged in a general merchandise business for a number of years, moving thence to Des Moines.

At the time of his death he resided in Des Moines, where he had lived for the past fifteen years. Surviving him are his widow, three daughters,—Mrs. Wm. Monoham, Mrs. E. A. Anderson, and Miss Blanch Fulton, all of Des Moines. Three sisters,—Mrs. Alex Myers of Emporia, Kansas; Mrs. Margaret Wells of Formosa, Kansas, and Mrs. Mary E. Jolly of Washington D. C; also two grandchildren, sons of Mr. and Mrs. E. A. Anderson of Des Moines.

He was a member of the Presbyterian Church. His parents were among the first members of the Clearfield United Presbyterian Church. His brother Ed departed this life one week before him at Lincoln, Nebr. There is but a step between us and death.

The funeral services were held in the United Presb. church last Thursday afternoon, conducted by the pastor, Rev. S. Boyd Johnson. There was a large attendance of former friends and neighbors, and the floral offering were profuse and beautiful. Interment was in Clearfield Cemetery.

Clearfield Enterprise, Clearfield, Iowa July 27, 1922

Gelvin. Ebenezer E. –

Mr. E. E. Gelvin was born in Mercer county, Penn. Oct. 8, 1830, died at his home in Clearfield, Iowa Feb. 1st, 1923, aged 92 years, 3 months and 22 days.

He was married in 1854.

He moved with his wife and four children to Stark Co., Ill. in the spring of 1865 where he lived one year, after which he moved to Washington Co., Iowa, and lived eight years, then moved to Taylor Co. in the fall of 1874. He located on a new farm on which a part of Clearfield is now located, living here for six years, then moving to Ringgold Co. two miles east of Clearfield then to his present, homo in Clearfield where he has since resided. His wife preceded him to the better World nineteen years last November.

He lived under the administration of all the Presidents of this United States except the first six, always having an interest in his country’s welfare, and voted his last time for Pres. Harding.

He is survived by five children. Mrs. T. M, Davis of Beaver City, Nebr.; Mrs. J. W. Moffett, Hugh, and James of Clearfield, Iowa; Mrs Jennie Young of Coin, Iowa. There are four grand children, Ross and Faye Moffett, of Clearfield; Clarence Davis of Lincoln, Nebr ; and Jean Young of Coin, Iowa. Also one great-grandson, Thomas Milburn Davis, age 4½ years, of Lincoln, Neb. Two brothers survive him, Aaron Gelvin of Ponca City, Okla.; and Daniel Gelvin of Ferris, Cal.

He was a charter member of the Clearfield U. P. Church which was organized in 1881, and remained a constant member ever since, serving as ruling elder for a number of years. He has been deprived of the pleasure of his church privilege for a few years on account of his failing hearing.

Mr. Gelvin was of a retiring disposition. His life was an example of simplicity, dignity, and good will toward all. He was a lover of his country, his church, and his home. He was quiet and unassuming in his bearing, gentle in his manner toward all around him, never complaining of affliction, bearing all his infirmities with fortitude and trust in God who he believed doeth all things well. A kind father gone to his reward. We shall miss him.

The funeral services were held at the church on Friday afternoon, the pastor, Rev. S. Boyd Johnson officiating. All of the children were present, and a good number of the life-long friends and neighbors. In the going of Mr. Gelvin the community loses its oldest living man, a pioneer in the community, and a citizen of sterling worth. Interment was in Clearfield Cemetery.

Clearfield Enterprise, Clearfield, Iowa February 8, 1923

Howell, Eva McCulloch Hamilton -

Eva McCulloch was born Nov. 22, 1853 near Cazenovia, Illinois; where she grew to womanhood. In 1874 she was married to John K. Hamilton, and came with him to Lenox, Iowa. A few years later they came to Clearfield where they lived until 1907 when they moved to Ft. Morgan, Colorado, returning to Iowa 1912—Mr. Hamilton’s death occurring one year later.

In l921 she was married to Mr. J. L. Howell, since which time her home was in Albion, Nebraska. She died very suddenly Jan. 29th 1923. The body was brought back to Clearfield for burial. Services were held in the United Presbyterian church conducted by the Pastor S Boyd Johnson.

She became a member of the Clearfield United Presbyterian congregation in 1882, a few months after the organization was effected, and was a faithful attendant and interested in the welfare of the church.

Among those who remain to mourn her loss are her husband J. L. Howell: two sisters, Mrs. Hattie Stiles, Salem, Oregon; Mrs. Zilla Storey, Monmouth, Illinois; Rev. W B. McCulloch D. D. Los Angles, California; and two daughters, Miss Maude Hamilton of Peoria, Illinois and Mrs. Minnie Nulph of Shannon City. One son Leigh died 1907.

There is but a step between us and death. Precious is the sight of the Lord, is the death of his Saints.

Clearfield Enterprise, Clearfield, Iowa Feb. 8, 1923

Lerew, Beulah Pearl Peavy -

Beulah Pearl Peavy. daughter of Everett W. and Hattie M. Peavy was born at Anselmo, Custer Co., Nebraska, July 23, 1891. She moved with her parents to town in 1895 where she grew to young womanhood. In 1907 she moved to Faulkton, South Dakota.

She was married Nov. 25, 1909 to William H. Lerew. To this union were born seven children. Eulace, Wayne, Lola, Leta, Maude, Leon and Lula. Wayne and Maude preceded her to the Glory World.

She was converted in Jan. 1920, and since that time had lived a consistent Christian life. She was kind neighbor and loving wife and mother.

She departed this life Oct. 14th, 1922, at the Lincoln hospital at Aberdeen, South Dakota, at the age of 31 years 2 months, and 22 days. She leaves to mourn her loss, a mother and father, five brothers, a husband, one son and four daughters, and a host of friends.

Funeral services were conducted by Rev. G. H. Andrew, pastor of the Free Methodist church at Faulkton, South Dakota, assisted by G. A. Evans, of Liberty, South Dakota. Funeral was held at the Methodist church of Cresbard, Dakota The remains were laid to rest in the Cresbard Cemetery, Text lst Cor 15:55-57

Clearfield Enterprise, Clearfield, Iowa November 9, 1922

Lyddon, Charles Franklin –

Charles Franklin Lyddon, fourth son of John and Hannah Lyddcn, was born in Warren county, Illinois, April 4. 1847, and died at his home in Clearfield, Iowa. March 7, 1923, age 75 years, 11 months, and 3 days.

In 1874 he was united in marriage to Elizabeth Richardson and in 1878 they came to Taylor County, Iowa, and the next year moved on the home farm where they resided until he moved to Clearfield 24 years ago.

To this union were born four children. Myrtle L. who died in 1896; Irvin Elza who died in infancy; Ned E. and Daisie L. both of Clearfield. Besides the wife and two children he leaves to mourn his loss, one grandson, C. K. Lyddon; one granddaughter, Mrs. Merle Sheets; one great grandson, Leslie Edgar Sheets; one great grand daughter, Ruth Elaine Sheets; four brothers, John and Henry of Lenox, Iowa; George of Clearfield, and Albert of Galesburg, Illinois, besides a host of other relatives and friends.

Mr. Lyddon was a tender hearted faithful, loving husband and father, wholly devoted to the welfare and happiness of family, relatives and friends. He seemed to live for others rather than himself, and by such life so endeared himself to those whom he loved and that loved him, that tho he is no longer with them in person, he will never cease to live in their hearts and memories.

While not a professed Christian in the days of his health, Mr. Lyddon, after requesting and hearing the prayer of one of God's Servants ceased his worrying and seemed to rest in peace and said to his family “I am going through” and ask different members of his family if they were going thru, thus giving evidence that he was trusting in his Heavenly Father to bear him safely thru the river of death, and land him on the shores of his eternal home.

The funeral was held at the M. E. church on Friday afternoon, conducted by T. E, Glendenning assisted by the pastors of the town and Elder R R Shannon.

Clearfield Enterprise, Clearfield, Iowa March 15, 1923

Moore, John A. -

John A. Moore, an old time resident of Clearfield, died at the home of his daughter, Mrs. W. H. Fuller of Hillsboro, Oregon, Sept. I, 1922, after a short illness of blood poison.

Mr. Moore was born in Indiana Sept. 10, 1840. He is survived by a daughter, Mrs. Geo. Thurman of Lorimor, Ia. and Mrs. Fuller in whose home he passed away.

He is an uncle of Mrs. Mercer and Mrs. Kleckner of this place. His wife, Mrs. Moore preceded him in death two years before on the same day Mr. Moon was buried. The services were held at the house conducted by Rev. Kay of the Baptist Church of which he was a member.

He was 81 years old at the time of his death.

Clearfield Enterprise, Clearfield, Iowa September 21, 1922

Morey, Cora Belle Hidlay -

Cora Belle Hidlay Morey, was born at Milledgeville. Ill. Dec. 11, 1865 and died at her home southeast of Hay Springs, Nebr., July 23,1922, at the age of 56 years 7 months and 12 days.

She moved with her parents to Clearfield, Iowa, in 1881. At the age of 17 she united with the Methodist Church and continued to be a sincere member of that church during her lifetime.

She was united in marriage to William Morey, Jan. 29, 1890 at Clearfield, Iowa, coming to Hay Springs, Nebr. to make their home where they have since resided. To this union were born five children, Boyd, Mrs. Doon Hunter, Clyde, Letha, and Avice.

Her husband and children were at her bed side during her illness and death, and all was done that loving hands can do. She leaves to mourn her loss a husband and children, two sisters, two brothers and other relatives and friends.

While expressing during her illness a strong desire to live, she resigned herself to the will of God, confident that as she trusted in his love she could also trust in his wisdom. She was a loving and patient mother, happiest in the realms of her home, and never tiring when the duties of mother and friend called her. We are mourning her loss now, but we have a sweet memory to be ever in our minds, and an example in the noble life she lived.

The funeral services were held at the Methodist Church and were attended by the many friends who filled the church and yard outside, and whose tears and beautiful floral tributes attest their sympathy for their dear friend, Mrs. Morey.

After beautiful and comforting words spoken by the pastor, the deceased was laid to rest in the cemetery south of Hay Springs.

Clearfield Enterprise, Clearfield, Iowa August 10, 1922

Nicely, Annie M. Estle –

Annie M. Estle was born in Green County, Pennsylvania, on Dec. 11, 1859. She died at her home in Lenox, Iowa, Jan. 9, 1923, aged 63 years and 22 days. She was the daughter of George and Martha Estle, and came with them to Ringgold county in 1874.

She was united in marriage to Henry Nicely in 1881. She leaves to mourn her loss her husband, two brothers, William and John Estle, and many relatives and friends.

The funeral services were held at the home on Thursday, Jan. 11, and interment was in the Lenox Cemetery.

Mrs. Nicely was a cousin of Mrs. Richard Melters of Clearfield.

Clearfield Enterprise, Clearfield, Iowa January 18, 1923

Parkhurst, Johnathan –

Johnathan Parkhurst was born in Windsor Co. Vermont July 11, 1835. At the age of 19 he removed to Knox Co., Ill. where he engaged in farming for 7 years. In 1861 he removed to Cleveland, Ohio and it was there, while firing on the old Erie and Pennsylvania railroad, he met his future wife, Miss Mary Sindley. They were married in 1864 and returned to Knox Co. where they remained till ’67 when they came to Ringgold Co. and settled on Section 20 on the State road. Three years were spent on this farm then they settled on Section 7 Benton township, which was then in wild condition. All thru the long hard years that followed this worthy couple were neighbors in the truest sense, ever ready to lend a helping hand to those in need. The night was never too dark or stormy for this tender wife and mother to leave home and go miles away to relieve the sick or suffering, and so honest and sane was the judgment of the husband and father that men came to him from far and near for advise and help which was always cheerfully given.

Nine children were born in this union, six living to mourn his loss: Mrs. Etta Philmalea, of Brush, Colo., Mrs. Tom Hartsock of Fremont, Neb. , Mrs. Clara Sconce of Maloy, Mrs. T. E. Jameson of Redding, and S. F. Dowell of Hemmingford, Nebraska and John Parkhurst of Clearfield.

Three children were buried in infancy. Besides their own large family they made a home for a grandson, Everett Parkhurst who was as a son to them from infancy.

In 1897 they retired from the farm and have since lived in Maloy with the exception of the last five, years when they were unable to keep house they spent the time among their children.

Last year on Sept. 3 the wife was called home and the faithful companion never rallied from the shock of her death but gradually grew weaker till on Friday Aug. 11th he folded his hands across his breast, closed his eyes and quietly fell asleep. The wonderful patience and sound judgment with which he accepted his suffering and death was a marvel to all. “He died as he had lived.”

Funeral services were conducted at the Maloy Church of Christ Sunday afternoon, Aug. 13 by W. A. Purdy, pastor of Clearfield Church of Christ.

Clearfield Enterprise, Clearfield, Iowa August 17, 1922

Parkins, James Lackey –

James Lackey Parkins was born in Blunt County, Tenn., November 29, 1854, and departed this life March 5, 1923, aged 68 years, 3 months and 4 days.

He came to Howard county Indiana with his parents in 1866, and in 1870 came to Washington county, Iowa, and in 1884 he came to Clearfield, Iowa, where he spent the remainder of his life.

On October 12, 1870 he was united in marriage to Louise Williams. To this union were born six children, four boys and two girls. George of Hemingsford, Nebrnska, Frank of Clearfield. Henrietta Fosmire of Clearfield; Floyd of New England, North Dakota; Arminna Dowell of Clearfield and William of Clarinda Iowa, all of whom are living.

He leaves to mourn his loss besides his immediate family, four sisters, three brothers, fourteen grandchildren, his nieces and nephews and a host of neighbors and friends.

In 1888 he united with the Baptist Church in Clearfield, and up until late years he was an active worker, and always remembered the faith.

He was a kind and loving husband and father, and will be remembered by all who knew him.

Funeral services were hold Thursday morning at 10:30 at the Baptist Church, conducted by Rev. 0sborne, a former pastor. Interment was in Clearfield Cemetery.

Clearfield Enterprise, Clearfield, Iowa March 15, 1923

Plummer, Jackson Roberts -

Jackson Roberts Plummer, who died at his home in Clearfield last Saturday evening, was born at Groton, Vermont. Nov. 28,1850, and so lacked but three days of being 72 years of age. He was a son of John W. and Emily Plummer, both of whom lived their last years in Clearfield, and died full of years at the home of their son.

He was one of twelve children, three boys and nine girls. Of that family only three sisters, are now alive, but owing to health and distance none could attend the funeral. They reside in Colorado, Texas, and Joplin, Missouri.

Jackson Plummer came with his parents to Washington, Iowa, in 1869. He came to Taylor county in 1875, buying a farm from the government located midway between Clearfield and Lenox. He never sold this place. He was married to Miss Ella M. Gibson at Washington in 1876, and they made their home for many years on the farm in Platte township. Here were born to them six daughters, one dying in infancy, the others were able to be with their father in his last illness. They are Mrs. Edith Bone of South Ryegate, Vt; Mrs

Mabel Berkey of Humeston, Iowa, Mrs. Fred Moore of Pella Saak. Canada, Mrs. Clara Snyder of Alva, Wyoming; and Mrs. Mary B, Taggart of Clarinda.

The family came to Clearfield from the farm in 1892, at about which time Mr. Plummer studied law, and was admitted to the bar for practice. He continued his legal work to the very end but also had varied and important business Interests.

He united with the Methodist Church at the age of twelve, and continued in its membership till death, nearly sixty years. He was regular in attendance, held official positions much of the time, and was faithful in the duties devolving upon him. Possessing a wonderful voice, he loved music, and gladly helped in song when called upon.

The funeral service was held on Monday afternoon at the Methodist church, all the pastors being present. The address by Rev. Johnson was on the text, "I will not leave you comfortless". Interment was in Clearfield Cemetery. The deceased will be missed in the home, the church, and business circles of town.

Clearfield Enterprise, Clearfield, Iowa November 30, 1922

Porter, Addison -

Addison Porter was born Dec 15, 1839, near Sardis, Monroe Co., Ohio. He died at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Richard Stamper, Dec. 28, 1922, aged 83 years and 13 days.

He was married May 22, 1852 to Miss Sarah Ann Bontrager; to this union 12 children were born; Mrs. Mary Riley of Corning; Margaret [deceased); James, Charles, and Robert of Creston; Frank of Prescott; Wm. of Des Moines; John of Enid, Oklahoma; Mrs. Jennie Stamper, Clearfield; Mrs. Addie Nash of Polk City; Harry of Fort Calhoun, Nebr; and Earl of Lenox, Iowa.

Mr. Porter and his wife moved to Appanoose, County, Iowa, where they lived one year and then moved to Ringgold County, Iowa, where they have lived the most of the time since.

Mr. Porter has been very feeble for some time. About three weeks ago he had a stroke of paralysis, and since that time grew steadily weaker until Thursday morning Dec. 28, when death came to his relief.

Mr. Porter had been a professing Christian for about twenty years and for the last eight years had been a member of the Grant Center M. E. Church.

He leaves besides his surviving children, forty-seven grandchildren, twenty-two great grand children, besides other relatives and friends.

His faithful wife preceded him less than two months ago to the Better World.

Funeral services in charge of the Pastor, Rev. Virgil W. Henderson

was held at the home Saturday Dec. 30 at 2 p. in. Interment was made in Clearfield Cemetery.

Clearfield Enterprise, Clearfield, Iowa January 4, 1923

Porter, Sarah Ann Bontrager -

Sarah Ann Bontrager was born at Sardis, Monroe Co., Ohio, May 22, 1842, and departed this life Nov. 4, 1922 at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Richard Stamper in Grant township where she has made her home the past seventeen years. She was 80 years, 5 months, and 6 days of age.

On May 22, 1852 at Sardis, Ohio, she was united in marriage to Addison Porter. To them were born twelve children: Mrs. Mary Riley of Corning; Margaret, deceased; James, Charles; and Robert of Creston, Iowa; Frank of Prescott, Iowa; Wm. of Des Moines, Iowa; John of Enid, Oklahoma; Mrs. Jennie Stamper, Clearfield, la; Mrs. Addie Nash of Polk City, Iowa; Harry of Ft. Calhoun, Nebr; and Earl of Lenox, Iowa.

She and her husband came from Ohio to Appanoose Co., Iowa in 1864 where they lived for a year and then moved to Ringgold where they resided most of the time since.

She was converted at the age of seventeen and united with the Methodist Church. For the past eight years she was a member of Grant Center Methodist church. She leaves for her children and grandchildren an example and influence of her good and faithful Christian life.

Besides the surviving children she leaves to mourn her loss her aged husband, two sisters, Mrs. Addaline Earhart of Scranton, la., Mrs. Elizabeth Quinn of Grand Mound, Iowa; one brother, Frank Bontroger of Anita, Iowa; forty-seven grandchildren, twenty-two great grand children and many other relatives and friends.

Funeral services were held at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Richard Stamper, Monday afternoon at 2 o'clock in charge of her pastor, Rev. Virgil W. Henderson. Interment was in Clearfield Cemetery.

Clearfield Enterprise, Clearfield, Iowa November 9, 1922

Reed, William -

William Reed, Sr., a well known citizen of Platte Township, died last Friday evening at six o'clock at his home south of Lenox, after a prolonged illness of about four years. He was attacked by a disease of the spinal cord, progressive in character, which toward the last caused complete paralysis from the waist down. Physicians could promise no relief. Mr. Reed was one of the old residents of the township, and was nearly 58 years of age at the time of his death.

Funeral services were held at the home Sunday afternoon at 2 o'clock He leaves a wife and three grown daughters.

Clearfield Enterprise, Clearfield, Iowa August 3, 1922

Riley, William H. -

William H Riley was born Dec. 22, 1873, in Washington County. Iowa, and with his parents moved to Taylor County, Iowa, when three years of age, where he grew to manhood and where he has since made his home.

He was united in marriage to Josephine Cain on the 26th day of March, 1901. To this union was born one daughter, Doris.

He was first taken sick about one year ago and had never since regained his strength. His last sickness coming on suddenly, Saturday evening, when he grew gradually worse, and departed this life at 1:40 o'clock Sunday morning Dec. 31, at the age of 49 years, and 9 days.

He leaves to mourn the loss, his wife and daughter Doris, and two step-sons, Harley and Fred Cain; his father and mother, Mr. and Mrs. N. R. Riley, of Clearfield, Iowa; three sisters, Mrs. W. L. Clark of Mt. Ayr; Mrs. Frank Lyddon and Mrs. L. M. Hadden both of Clearfield, Iowa; one brother Howard E of Los Angeles, California; besides a host of other relatives and friends.

Funeral services were held at the Clearfield Methodist Church on Tuesday afternoon, conducted by the pastor, Rev. C. A. Calkins. A large assemblage of friends, called to pay the last tribute of respect to the deceased. The text used was Hebrews XJI 2. The pallbearers were all cousins of the deceased. Interment followed in Clearfield Cemetery.

Clearfield Enterprise, Clearfield, Iowa January 4, 1923

Ryan, John -

Word arrived here on Monday to the effect that John Ryan oldest son of Mr. and Mrs. Dan Ryan, now residing at Creston, had been killed by being shot in a hunting accident near Casper, Wyoming. It is not known whether he was shot by his own gun or by that of a companion. The body arrived in Creston Tuesday evening and the funeral was held on Wednesday at ten o’clock from the Catholic Church in Lenox.

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Clearfield Enterprise, Clearfield, Iowa August 10, 1922

Webb, Hubert Martin -

Most of our readers will remember the Webb family as long residents of Clearfield, and Hubert Webb, who started his career as a printer in this office, and who has for about thirteen years been at Rockwell City, Iowa, where he has been manager or foreman of one of the papers during that period. We have but now learned of his death, which took place on December 22[1922]. Mr. Webb had been in failing health for some time, and leaves a family. He was at his death about 35 years of age.

A copy of the Rockwell City Advocate just received gives much detail about Mr. Webb's death. Death was caused by pneumonia, occurring in the Mayo Bros hospital at Rochester, Minn. Hubert had undergone an operation, for stomach ulcers and gall trouble. He was coming out nicely, when pneumonia attacked him, and only lived three days.

Hubert Martin, son of David and Hila Webb, was born in Clearfield, May 4, 1880. He was married in Sept. 1909, and leaves a widow and two children, Helen aged 12 and Hila aged 9 years. He was a member of the Methodist Church of Rockwell City and was also an Odd Fellow. Interment was at Rockwell City.

Clearfield Enterprise, Clearfield, Iowa January 11, 1923

Wickersham, Carey T. –

Carey T. Wickersham, a farmer living 5 miles northeast of Bedford, killed himself last Saturday forenoon by shooting himself in the head with a rifle. Mr. W. was in prosperous circumstances, and the apparent cause of his deed lies in ill-health. He was that day to go to Omaha to have an operation performed. He evidently lost his nerve, and took the short route out of all physical weaknesses.

While his wife was packing his clothing for the trip, and he was in waiting for a neighbor who should take him to Conway, Mr. W. went out into a summer kitchen, put the muzzle of the gun into his mouth and fired. He was found soon after but dead. He was the father of Miss Ruth Wickersham, who taught in our schools, and who is the only child.

Clearfield Enterprise, Clearfield, Iowa February 15, 1923

Williamson, Maynard Ben -

Maynard Ben Williamson, son of E. B. and Caroline Williamson, was born at Boonville, New York on Dec. 30 1854. He died at the home of his son Roy Williamson, near Clearfield, Iowa, Oct. 28th, 1922. aged 67 years, 9 months, and 28 days. In 1853 he moved with his parents to Illinois, and was there married to Eperva Routh on Jan. 9th, 1877.

To this union was born eight children, one of whom died in infancy. Those who survive their father are:—J. D. of St. Joseph, Mo.; Arthur of Murdock, Minnesota, Roy of Clearfield; Earnest of Murdock, Minnesota, Mrs. DeVoy Smith of St. Joseph; Fred and Mrs. Henry Sornson, Murdock, Minnesota. He also leaves an aged mother, ninety-one years of age; one sister, Mrs. Helen Hopple of Hopkins, Missouri; and one brother, Alonzo Williamson of Bedford, Iowa. Besides there are nine grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends.

Mr. Williamson was a member of the Methodist Church, and lived nearly all his life in that communion. He had suffered greatly during many years, but endured with patience the ills of the flesh.

The funeral services were held at Clearfield Methodist church Sunday afternoon, and the congregation nearly filled the church. The pallbearers were nephews, five sons and one son-in-law of Mr Williamson's sister, Mrs. Helen Hopple of Hopkins. The floral offerings were very beautiful. After the service the body was taken to Clearfield Cemetery for interment.

All of the sons and daughters attended the funeral, and in some cases their wives and husbands. Also the only brother, Alonzo Williamson of Bedford, with his wife. Two nieces and their husbands from Creston; besides relatives from Parnell and Sheridan Missouri. Mrs. George Palmer came from Galesburg, Illinois. She is a sister of Mrs. Williamson, and of Harve and J. W. Routh.

Clearfield Enterprise, Clearfield, Iowa November 2, 1922

Wyant, George A. -

George A. Wyant, was born in Pennsylvania Dec. 26, 1834, being one of the family of twelve children, six sons and six daughters, of Jacob E. and Margaret Wyant. He was reared in his native state, where he obtained the rudiments of his education in the public schools and followed the avocation of farming and stock raising. At the age of 21 he began life on his own account. In 1855 he went to Kansas, where he remained a short time and then located in Illinois, where he taught school in the winter and the following spring began farming. In 1856 he returned to Kansas, where he followed farming and school teaching until 1875, when he moved to Ringgold county and settled on a farm in Lincoln township and engaged in milling and farming.

Mr. Wyant was united in marriage in Kansas, May 8, 1859 with Sarah A. Morrow, a native of Penn. and to them were born four children, two of whom, Mrs. T. J. Tindle of Lincoln township, and James U., of Bedford survive. The wife and mother died in July 1891, and in October 1892, he was united in marriage with Mrs. Elsie Griffith. For a short time Mr. and Mrs. Wyant made their home in Clearfield, until 1899 they moved to Mt. Ayr. The home life at Mr. and Mrs. Wyant has been extremely happy.

After locating in Mount Ayr, Mr. Wyant accepted the position of secretary of the Ringgold County Mutual Fire Insurance Co., in which position he served faithfully and efficiently until three years ago when, on account of advanced age, he retired from the office.

During the civil war Mr. Wyant responded to the country’s call and served as orderly sergeant of Company A, Twentieth Kansas Volunteer Infantry, and was in Price's raid thru Missouri.

His church membership was with the Church of Christ at Clearfield. He was a member of the Masonic fraternity.

The funeral was held Sunday afternoon from the M. E. Church, being conducted by the pastor, Rev. Jay Kirkendall, assisted by Edgar Price, pastor of the Church of Christ. The pall bearers were his grandsons—Hugh and G. A. Wyant, George and James Tindle, Frank Routh, and Charles Culver. The flower girls were his granddaughters, Ruth and Helen Wyant, Esther and Opal Culver.

Clearfield Enterprise, Clearfield, Iowa December 19, 1922