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Clearfield Enterprise, Clearfield, Iowa obituaries
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Bennett, Daniel Irving - Daniel Irving Bennett was born at Canton, Ill., July 23, 1861, where he lived with his parents until the age of eleven, when the family removed to Lenox, Iowa. He was married to Amanda Owen in the Calvary neighborhood, Jan. 3, 1883. To this union were born four children; Mrs. S. L. Goldsberry of Davenport, Iowa; G. L. Bennett of Lenox, Iowa; Clarence Bennett of Lon Benito, Texas; and Gladys Routh of Clearfield now deceased. He is survived by his wife, three children, one sister, and six grand children. He died at his home in Davenport where he has lived for the past three years, Wednesday evening at 6:15, at the age of 62 years, 2 months, and 3 days. Acute indigestion complicated with heart trouble caused his death. He had an attack Tuesday afternoon but recovered, then a second attack at 2:00 o'clock Wednesday morning that proved more severe, and he succumbed late in the afternoon. He was a life long member of the Methodist Church. Brother Bennett had the confidence of all who knew him. He was a good friend and responsive neighbor, and was a consistent and earnest disciple of his Master and Lord, and was ready to respond to the call for the better land. He was a useful man in the Kingdom here, going about as a ready and helpful assistant in all the work of the Church, and was triumphant when death claimed him. The funeral service was held at the Clearfield Methodist church on the morning of Tuesday, Oct. 2^nd conducted by the pastor, Rev. A. J Matthews. He spoke from the 23^rd Psalm. The floral offering was both profuse and beautiful. The auditorium would barely hold the concourse of people. The pallbearers were old friends and neighbors, Truman Cottrell, S. P. Wilt, Harry Wilt, Frank Baker. W. H. Franklin and D. E. Moffett. Interment was made in Clearfield Cemetery where lie his father and mother, a sister and daughter. Clearfield Enterprise, Clearfield, Iowa October 4, 1923 Bubb, Everett - Everett Bubb, 11 year old son of Mr. and Mrs. L. A. Bubb, who reside in Lenox, died from heat on the farm of Pete Lininger, near Lenox. The boy had been shocking wheat and was also assisting in the repair of the binder when he was stricken and died in a short time. Clearfield Enterprise, Clearfield, Iowa July 19, 1923 Chaney, Green - Green Chaney was born .June 12, 1838, near Greenfield, in Green Co., Ill. Died June 15th 1923, at his home. At his death he was 85 years, and 3 days old. In 1862 he was united in marriage to Martha Short who departed this life in 1863. To this union one son was born, who died at one year of age. On Dec. 20, 1865, he was married to Mary C Kelley. To this union three children were born, the oldest son Chas passed away in March 1921. Mr. Chaney moved to Iowa in 1891, and settled on the farm where he resided at the time of his death. Mrs. Chaney departed this life in 1922. He united with the Baptist church in Green Co., Ill., in 1874 after coming to Iowa he united with the Baptist Church in Clearfield and lived a faithful member until death. He leaves to mourn his death two children Albert who lives at home and Sallie Shawler of Council Bluffs, six grandchildren; one brother of Adams, Neb., one sister of Springfield, Ill., a large circle of other relatives, friends, and neighbors. He was a member of Fremont Lodge 343 A F and A . M . Charter member of Salome Chapter 16 E S. Funeral services were held at the residence, June 14, conducted by Rev. Calkins of Clearfield and interment was in Lenox Cemetery. Services at the Cemetery were in charge of the Masonic Order. Clearfield Enterprise, Clearfield, Iowa June 21, 1923 Clark, Newell W. - Newell W. Clark was born Sept. 27,1843 at Cameron. New York. He died at Harlowton, Montana, March 24, as the result of a fall received the previous evening, never being conscious after the accident. He enlisted in the Union army in Feb. 1862, and was wounded in both feet by shrapnel at the Second Battle of Bull Run. Aug. 30,1862. He was discharged in December and suffered all his life from the wounds. In May, 1869, he came from New York to Mt. Ayr, and was in the harness-making business for 23 years. He was one of the first organizers of Masonic Lodges west of the Mississippi, and a member of 0.S. S. No. 1, of Iowa. He lived on a farm near Clearfield from 1893 until 1909, when he quit farming because of failing eyesight. The family lived at Redfield, S. Dak., until 1920, when they moved to Harlowton, Montana. Mr. Clark was married to Julia Vardner in 1872, she dying in 1879/ On April 8, 1889, he was married to Amanda Snedaker, who survives. Three children were born to them, two dying in infancy. He is survived by one daughter, Mrs. Florence Grove, an adopted daughter, Mrs. Helen King, a granddaughter, Marion Grove, and two grandsons, Donald King and Newell Clark Grove. At the funeral the American Legion Post acted as cortege, and furnished an escort to Redfield where he was buried. Clearfield friends of the family extend sympathy to the wife and daughters. Clearfield Enterprise, Clearfield, Iowa April 12, 1923 Crawford, Gladys Alice Goldsberry - Mrs. Gladys Alice Crawford, nee Goldsberry, 314 Brown St., Davenport, died at St Luke's Hospital, that city, on Sunday, after being ill for twelve weeks. She was born in Linn Co. Iowa, Sept. 16, 1893, and was married to George Crawford at Clarinda, May 1912. The family came to Davenport March 1, 1923. Deceased was a member of McClellan Heights U. P. Church. Surviving her are her husband and three children, Donald, David, and Claire; her father, Frank Goldsberry of Mt. Ayr, a sister, Mrs. Conrad of Clarinda, and one brother, Sigel Goldsberry of Davenport. The deceased lived with her parents in the Calvary neighborhood, and was quite wall known in this vicinity before the time of her marriage. Clearfield Enterprise, Clearfield, Iowa July 5, 1923 Davis, H. J. – Davis, Lloyd - On last Friday morning at about 9:00 H. J. Davis was instantly killed six miles southwest of Creston on Primary S. Davis with three sons drove west from his home to the Federal Road, entering it from the east at high speed. J. C. Beckner, with his wife, .son, and wife's sister, all of Clarinda, were going to Des Moines, driving a Reo Sedan, and going northeast, met the Davis Ford nearly head on, wrecking both cars, killing Mr. Davis, and injuring every other one of the eight. There is a cut just south of the point of meeting, so that neither driver would see the other until quite close. The persons first to arrive for there were no actual eyewitnesses, say there was no sign that either driver had set the brakes on his car. Davis Senior had his skull fractured. The oldest son, Lloyd was so seriously hurt that hospital surgeons feared he might die. The two younger Davis boys were cut and bruised. Mrs. Beckner had an ear nearly severed, and was the worst hurt of those in the sedan. The Beckner party were able to go on to Des Moines by train Friday night. From the completeness of the wreck, it looks as tho all might have been killed, and the combined speed of the two cars must have been 60 miles per hour. Davis was about fifty years old, and leaves a wife, three sons, and four daughters. An inquest was ordered for that afternoon The second victim of the Creston accident died in the hospital Sunday night in the person of l.oyd Davis, the oldest son. Clearfield Enterprise, Clearfield, Iowa August 30, 1923 Dean, Addie J. Noble - Addie J. Noble was born October 4, 1842, near Jordanville, Herkimer County, New York. When four years of age, her parents moved to Hebron, McHenry County, Illinois, where they remained until Feb. of 1868, when they moved to Bedford, Taylor county, Iowa. She was united in marriage to George W. Dean of Sandwich, Ill . ,on August 1, 1869, and moved to a farm fourteen miles northeast of Bedford, where they resided until 1903, when they moved to Clearfield. When fifteen years of age, she made a public profession of her faith in Christ and united with the Baptist Church, and was always a faithful attendant at all the church services, and a teacher in the Sunday School until sixty years of age, when she joined the old ladies' class. She assisted in the organization of a Baptist Church at Grant Center, which disbanded after two years, the members moving to Clearfield and organizing the church there. While Mrs. Dean was a Baptist, she was then unable to attend church in Clearfield on account of distance, so she became a faithful assistant at Greenwood Methodist Church in Grant Township, in all the church and Sunday School work. She was a member of the W. C. T.U., and always attended the sessions when health and weather permitted. Though she had been in poor health for some time, hopes were held for her recovery, but she passed to her reward a few minutes before midnight, April 24, 1923, aged 80 years, 6 months, and 20 days. She leaves to mourn her loss, her husband; four sons:—Charles of Mitchell, South Dakota; Fred of Chicago, Illinois; Roy and Guy of Ellendale, North Dakota; another son, Merle, dying when two years old. Also three daughters-in-law, seven grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren, besides many other relatives and friends. Her father, mother, sister, two brothers precede her in death. She was called upon to mother two grand daughters, and rejoiced in the privilege of giving them a home, nurture and a mother's love and care. The funeral services were held at the Clearfield Baptist Church, on Friday afternoon, April 27, conducted by a former pastor, Rev. Fields, assisted by Rev. Calkins of t h e M E Church. Many friends called to pay the last tribute of respect to the deceased. The WBC and GAR attended as a body. Interment followed in the Clearfield Cemetery. Clearfield Enterprise, Clearfield, Iowa May 2, 1923 Dean, George W. - George W. Dean was born; Feb, 25, 1839, in Crawford county, Penn. When seven years of age, his parents moved to Sandwich, Illinois. At the commencement of the Civil War he enlisted in the three-months service. He was discharged, and in 1862 he re-enlisted in the 105th Illinois, and marched with Sherman to the sea. At the close of the war he lived for one year on a farm in Ford Co.. Illinois. He then went into the hardware business at State Center, Iowa, until the winter of 1869, when he traded for land in Taylor county, Iowa. He was until his death a holder of considerable farm land in Grant Twp., this county. On August 1st, 1869, he was married to Miss Addle J. Noble. To this union were born five sons:—Charlie of Mitchell, South Dakota; Fred of Chicago; Merle who died at the age of two years; Roy and Guy of Ellendale, North Dakota. The wife and mother died on April 24, of this year. When nineteen years of age he was converted and united with the Methodist church at Asbury, Illinois. After locating on the farm, he organized a class of eight members, later known as the Greenwood Church. He always took an interest in the church, and was a liberal supporter of the cause. He died at the family home in Clearfield, at 3:45 a. m. on the 2^nd of May 1923, at the age of 84 years, 2 months and 7 day«, being ill but for a few hours. The funeral services were held in the Clearfield Methodist church, on Friday afternoon, May 4th, at 2:00 o’clock, conducted by Rev. E. L. Fields of New Market assisted by Rev. Calkins of Clearfield and Rev. Brown of Conway. The surviving veterans of the Civil War and members of the W R C attended as a body. Interment was then had in Clearfield Cemetery. Clearfield Enterprise, Clearfield, Iowa May 10, 1923 Goodman, John Eldon - John Eldon Goodman, infant son of Mr. and Mrs John Goodman, was born Dec 5th, 1921, and died March 10th, 1923, aged 1 year, 3 months, and 5 days. He leaves to mourn his loss his father, mother one sister add other relatives. Clearfield Enterprise, Clearfield, Iowa March 15, 1923 Green, George W. – George W. Green was born in Clearfield county, Penn. Feb. 10^th, 1840 and died at Doanellson, Iowa, March 24, 1923, aged 83 years 1 month and 14 days. While yet a boy he moved to Lee county, Iowa, and much of his life was spent in that section. He lived in Taylor county from 1868 until 1898and since that date at Donnellson, Iowa. In early manhood he worked for the government in Nebraska on a stage line. While in that employ the great war broke out, and he enlisted at Warren, Iowa. Feb. 24, 1862, mustered into service at Keokuk 1862, in Co. A, First Iowa Cavalry. On Aug. 18,1862, he was severely wounded in action near Clinton, Mo. and was discharged because of his wounds at Keokuk, May, 27, 1863. He was married at New Boston, Iowa, Sept. 13, 1863, to Rachel Beatty. She died Jan. 14, 1897, leaving six children, who are all living now, being—Sarah Ecklin, Horace Butler Green, Mary Jane Connor, George E. Green, Nellie Anna and Wm. S. Green. There are fourteen grandchildren and great grandchildren. Mr. Green later married Mary J. Wallingford, who survives him. In early life Mr. Green united with the Baptist church, of which he was an active member for many years, both in Taylor county and in the Warren Baptist church. In 1913, he and Mrs. Green transferred to the Donnellson M. E. church, of which he was a member at his death. Mr. Green became a Mason in Conway Lodge, Conway, Iowa in 1884. He demitted successively to Clearfield, Farmington, and Donnellson, all in Iowa, and was the first Master of the New Lodge at the last named place, organized in 1915. His home lodge passed resolutions in his memory, and arranged for new special services of the order. Clearfield Enterprise, Clearfield, Iowa April 5, 1923 Greer, Chas. A. - Chas. A. Greer was born in this county in 1869, and died July 4th at his home near Conway. Most of his life has been spent in Taylor county. He was married to Miss Cassie Larison in 1895, who survives him. He had one son and five daughters, the daughters all surviving him. They are Mrs. Elsie Miller. Bedford: Mrs. Ava Bruner, Clearfield: Mrs. Eva Monk, Creston; Mrs. Golda Woods, Conway; Miss Perle at home. Mrs. Elmer Brand of Clearfield is a sister of the deceased, and his aged father is living with her. The funeral was held last Friday afternoon at the Baptist church, at Bedford, and interment was in Fairview Cemetery. Clearfield Enterprise, Clearfield, Iowa July 12, 1923 Hepperly, Harlan J. - News came late Saturday of the death at Burlington that afternoon of Harlan Hepperly, oldest son of John Hepperly of Platte Twp. Mr. Hepperly received the message at about 10 o'clock, started as soon as possible to Burlington, and brought back the body Sunday night, arriving at Lenox on Monday's early run. The story is as follows: Harlan had been working for some time on a sand boat or dredge, and at the time of his death was on the boat, a few miles below Burlington on the Mississippi. But two men were aboard, Harlan and another who was forward at the engine and Harlan was at the stern, where the lifting apparatus was located. There was about ten feet of water where they were drawing up the sand, but for a man who was passing in a motor boat, there would not be a witness of the accident. That man saw Harlan throw up both hands and immediately fall overboard. He quickly rounded to, notified the other man on the boat, which was anchored. Harlan had never appeared again, and a little run to and from the city brought life savors with hooks and tackle. The body was caught almost immediately, but perhaps fifty minutes had passed, and of course life was gone. Examination showed no evidence of external injury, nor was there any water in his lungs, almost certain evidence that he was dead before immersed in the river. A heart attack may have come suddenly, and his position led to the fall overboard. As our readers know, his mother died in 1921 from a sudden heart attack, so the explanation seems the most plausible. Harlan had spent about all his life here, was a pupil in rural and town schools of Lenox and Clearfield. He was 25 years of age, and universally esteemed for many manly traits, and for his geniality. The obituary is elsewhere given. His sister Verna was here, but really on her way to California, and Harlan was expecting to come to see her this week. Harlan J. Hepperly was the son of John and Anna Hepperly, born near Clearfield May 15, 1898. He died at Burlington, Iowa, on Saturday, Sept. 15, 1923, aged 25 years, 4 months, and 12 days. Harlan was the third of five children in the family to pass on before. He is survived by his father, his sister, Mrs. Verna Muir, and brother Jodey Hepperly. The suddenness of his taking away was a great shock to the immediate family, as well as to all the community which had known him well, and respected him for his many sterling qualities. Harlan was a graduate of Lenox high school, but had before been a student in Clearfield High. His membership in the Methodist Church dated from 1912, he having been converted under the ministry of Rev. Menoher. He was an interested worker in Sunday School and League activities. The body was brought home, and the funeral conducted on Tuesday after- noon, Sept. 17, at the Methodist Church. The house was filled by the people gathered to pay their last respects. The floral offerings were profuse and beautiful. Rev. Calkins spoke from a part of Isaiah xxv, being assisted in the service by Pastor Purdy of the Christian Church. Interment was in Clearfield Cemetery. Clearfield Enterprise, Clearfield, Iowa, August 20, 1923 Keller, Oscar – Mr. Oscar Keller, who lived in this community many years ago, was killed recently near Ft. Morgan, Colo., in a crossing accident. He drove right in front of an oncoming train, stopped on the track, and was killed along with a daughter by the train. Mr. Keller is reported to have been 41 years of age. A son who was in the auto was not much injured. Clearfield Enterprise, Clearfield, Iowa March 22, 1923 Lininger, Carolina Ludwig – Carolina Lininger was horn in Mercer county Penn., July 14, 1837, and died at her home near Diagonal, Iowa, July 15. 1923, aged eighty-six years and one day. She was united in marriage with Levi Liningcr September 11, 1856 to which union were born seven children—five daughters, Emma Bonham deceased; Sophronia Walters of Diagonal, Iowa; Kate Todd of Beaumont. Calif.; Mary Todd, deceased; Debbie Swartz of Mt. Ayr, Iowa; and two sons, Jesse and Thomas Lininger, both of Diagonal. Besides her children she leaves to mourn her death ten grand children. Twelve great grand children, several great great grand children and a host of other relatives and friends. Mrs. Lininger lived for sixty-three years on the old homestead in Lincoln township, where since 1900 she lived in widowhood with her two sons bearing the responsibilities of the home and faithfully performing the duties of wife and mother. Her life was a life of service, of loving devotion to her family and friends by which she endeared herself to them in a way that will place her in everlasting remembrance. She was received and christened in the Lutheran church in her childhood and died trusting in the Lord and repeatedly calling upon His name. The funeral was held Tuesday afternoon, July 17, from the Fairview M. E. Church, being conducted by Rev. R. B. Shannon, pastor of the A. C. church, and the interment was in the Bruning cemetery. Clearfield Enterprise, Clearfield, Iowa July 26, 1923 Martin, Kittie E. - Mrs. John Martin died at her home in Oskaloosa, Iowa, on last Saturday, and the body was brought Clearfield for burial. Interment was made immediately after the arrival of the evening passenger Monday. The family lived for many years where Frank Bender now lives, and moved from the community about 22 years ago. Mr Martin a brother of the late Mrs. R E Busby and a son had been buried in Clearfield cemetery many years ago. Mrs. Martin was about 85 years of age at the time of her death. Clearfield Enterprise, Clearfield, Iowa April 19, 1923 McLaury, Mary Ellen Sharp – Mary Ellen Sharp was born April 20, 1845, near Lewiston, Illinois. She was married to George Cobine McLaury in 1862 and resided in Illinois for several years, then moved to Ringgold county, Iowa, and then to Taylor county where they lived for several years, and in 1892 moved to Clearfield where she resided ever since. Her husband proceeded her in death 15 years ago. To this union were born seven children of which four remain as follows, Mrs. E F Wilson, of Kansas City; J T of Clearfield; G E of Bedford; and Frank Roy of Canada. There are also 16 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren. She became a Christian when a child and in 1887 became a member of the Baptist Church, being a charter member, and lived a consistent Christian life. Although a great sufferer for years and unable to attend services at all times, her heart was with the Christian people. She will be greatly missed by her relatives, friends, and neighbors, for she was always a friend in time of need and sorrow. The services were conducted by Rev. Osborn, her former Pastor in the Baptist church. Interment took place in Clearfield Cemetery, Sunday afternoon September 23. Clearfield Enterprise, Clearfield, Iowa September 27, 1923 Moffett, Emma M. Wilson – Emma M. Wilson was born Aug. 28, 1857 in Louisa County, Iowa. She was a daughter of Nelson T. and Mary Wilson. She attended the Washington School, Concord Twp., and at the Eastern Iowa Normal School, Grandview, Iowa, where she graduated in 1877. She taught in the public schools in Louisa and Mahaska Counties. In 1876 her parents moved to Decatur Co. and she taught in Decatur and Ringgold Counties. December 28, 1881 she was united in marriage with John M. Moffett at Leon, Iowa. She was the mother of seven children, one of whom preceded her in infancy. They lived at Clearfield, Iowa, until 1901. Since that time they have lived at Greeley and Stanwood, la., in Tripp County, South Dakota, Bristow, Nebr., and Rolfe, Iowa. In childhood she united with a country church near Grandview, la., and after her marriage transferred her membership to U. P. Church at Clearfield. She has always been loyal to the Church and to her God and faithful in His service. Her Bible and the United Presbyterian were her constant companions. She kept her Bible and academic studies and loved the Flora of Nature and Natures God. Her one desire in her closing days was expressed in this wish “I wish that all my family would be saved.” On the morning of June 21, 1923 her Loved “Flora of Nature” was at its best, she entered into rest, after many days of weariness and suffering. [Poem] Besides her husband she leaves to mourn her loss, her children, Geo Moffett, Rolfe, Iowa, Mrs. John Mosier, Mt. Ayr, Iowa, Laura M. Moffett, Mt. Ayr, Iowa, Mildred, Mrs. Joe Mosier, Mt. Ayr, Wallace F. Moffett, Lynch, Nebr., Olive, Mrs. Ross Bishop, Fairmount, Minn. and her brothers and sisters, Lillian M. Wilson, Chicago, Olive P. Wilson, Ft. Dodge, Iowa, Albian Wilson, Coulee City, Wash. and uncle L. B. Wilson of Kansas City and three aunts and a great aunt all living in Ohio. Also 13 grandchildren. Her life aims and work may be summer up in two words, “Service” and “Others”. Funeral services were held at the Clearfield U.P. Church on Saturday afternoon, conducted by pastor S. Boyd Johnson. Clearfield Enterprise, Clearfield, Iowa June 28, 1923 Nevill, Cynthia Elvira Pratt - Cynthia Elvira Pratt was born in Johnson Co, Iowa, Jan. 28, 1853, and departed this life May 8, 1923, aged 70 years, 3 months, 11 days. She moved with her parents to Lawrence Kansas in 1860, where sorrow entered the home, bereaving her of a mother's love and care. The same year the father took his family back to Washington Co. Iowa., where she resided until Dec. 10, 18G8, when she was united in marriage to Blanchard Nevill of Washington, la. In the year 1873, she and her husband decided to hunt a new location and moved to Ringgold Co., where they spent 47 years working and living happily for the interest of their family. In 1920 Mr. and Mrs. Nevill retired from the arduous farm duties, and came to Clearfield that they might take life easier and enjoy the privilege of church. They both, having united with the Methodist church in 1883 under the pastorate of Fred Harris. As long as health and strength permitted she attended the religious services regularly and took an interest in the Missionary work. She was a bright Christian and leaves an example worthy of emulation. Of her life it can truly be said that she was an upright honorable woman and highly esteemed for her many virtues, by all who had the privilege of knowing her. She had been a member of the W. R. C. for a number of years. Mrs. Neville was a kind and thotful wife and mother, living for and with her family, as her world over which she reigned with a kind and loving heart. Her last illness dates from June 1922 and for months she had been near the border clinging to life by only a slender thread, and was carefully ministered to by loving hands who made her last hours as easy as possible. To mourn her departure remain her husband, one daughter Stella Frances Hidlay; three sons; John Adelbert, Boyd Blanchard, and Lester Earl. Three daughters preceded the mother in death; Mary and Leila May in infancy, and Lizzie Etta at the age of 19 years; twelve grandchildren and one great-grandchild; four sisters, Mrs. Mary Nichols and Mrs. John White of Diagonal; Mrs. Viola Black of Iowa City; and Mrs. Mart Benson of Des Moines, Iowa: two step-brothers, Arthur E Benson of Long Mount Colorado, and J.P. Benson of Eureka Springs, Ark., and also a large number of other relatives and a multitude of acquaintances. Funeral services were held at the M. E. Church Thursday afternoon at 2:30 conducted by Rev. Calkins. Interment was in Clearfield Cemetery. Clearfield Enterprise, Clearfield, Iowa May 17, 1923 Piner, Caroline Bye – Caroline Bye, daughter of Robert and Sarah Bye was born near Newark, New Jersey, June 7, 1850; died at her home in Clearfield, Iowa, April 1,1923, aged 72 years 9 months and 24 days. At the age of six years she moved with her parents to Illinois, living, first in Fulton, then in Knox county. She was united in marriage to Robert Piner on Dec. 24, 1872. To them were born six children — Roberta, Henry, Charles, Mabel, Mattie and Mary. Henry and Charles passed away in childhood, Roberta in 1894. In August of 1875 they came to Taylor County locating on a farm six miles south of Clearfield, where they lived until 1897, coming then to Clearfield to give the children the advantage of a good school, but Mattie and Mabel were victims of the diphtheria epidemic in 1899, and passed away within a few days of each other, saving only one child, Mary. Mr. Piner died in March of 1906. Mrs. Piner was a member of the Methodist Church, and lived a beautiful Christian life. For several years she has been practically an invalid. She leaves to mourn her loss her daughter Mary, who had cared so tenderly and faithfully for her; her nephew, E. V. Messier, who for eighteen years has made his home with them, and has been to her all that a son could be; two grandchildren, P. R Ryan and Mrs. Mary Seth of Minnesota; six great grand children; a number of nieces and nephews and many friends. The funeral services were held the residence on the afternoon of Tuesday, April 3d. The Pastor, Rev. Calkins, spoke from portions of the 90th and 91st Psalms. Interment was made in Clearfield Cemetery, where she lies at rest by the husband and children gone by. Clearfield Enterprise, Clearfield, Iowa April 5, 1923 Sargent, William Allen – Another one of Fort Morgan's oldest residents, and one who helped fight the battles of the early Morgan county pioneer has been taken by death. William Allen Sargent, for twenty five years a farmer on the East Platte Avenue highway died at 2:45 Thursday p.m. April 12. Death was due to leakage of the heart and hardening of arteries, together with a complication of minor illnesses. Mr Sargent had been suffering for the past two months and his physician at that time announced that he would not live much longer. During the winter he improved to an appreciable degree, and there was hope that he would enjoy full recovery. William Allen Sargent would have been seventy-four years old Monday, April 16. He came to Fort Morgan from Clearfield, Iowa. He was born in Hillsboro, Ohio, 1830; moved to Morris, III., in 1865, and from there to Iowa in 1875. In 1881 he was married to Miss Mary Reynard, to which union one child, Ray, was born. He had four brothers, John who lives here, and Amos of Minneapolis; the other two are dead. One sister survives him, Mrs. E. S. Lynch of Ottawa, Kansas. He also leaves four grandchildren by his son Ray Sargent, who has been in the cattle raising and farming business for thirteen years. Ill health brought him to Colorado in the early days. He was told by physicians then if he did not go west his days would be few. On that advice he came to Colorado and became a real pioneer and booster, and regained his health and vigor. Clearfield Enterprise, Clearfield, Iowa April 19, 1923 Soma, Thorwald – Thorwald Soma was a native of Norway, born there on November 13, 1850. He died at his home in Clearfield, Iowa on Saturday, March 24, 1923. He had passed the Psalmist’s limit of life by two years, four months and ten days. Mr. Soma immigrated to America in 1880, coming first to Chicago, and a few years later to Iowa. He was married a few years later to Miss Bertha Nelson in 1885, and they made their home in Clearfield in 1887, residing here ever since, and following his trade of painter. To them seven children were born, four of whom died in infancy. There survive the wife, one daughter and two sons. They are Mrs Basil Herring of Clearfield; John Soma of Hebron, Nebraska; and Fred Soma of Wahoo, Nebraska. There are also seven grandchildren. The funeral services were held at the Methodist Church in Clearfield, on Monday afternoon, March 26th. The address was from the text, "We know not what we shall be". Interment followed in the Clearfield Cemetery. Clearfield Enterprise, Clearfield, Iowa March 29, 1923 Wilkinson, Melinda J. Davis – Melinda J. Davis was born January 14, 1836 in Warren County, Ill. On August 25, 1853 she was married to John Wilkinson. In March 1873 they moved to Ringgold Co. and resided near old Polen until March 1, 1900 when they moved to Clearfield, Iowa where they have since resided. John Wilkinson was a soldier in the Civil War and died in Clearfield April 2, 1903. In the early morning of March 25, she died at the age of 87 years, 2 months and 11 days. She leaves two sons and four daughters, fifteen grandchildren and four great grandchildren. The children are: Mrs. Mary Everly, Mrs. Martha Beatty, Mrs. Lydia Wilkinson, Mrs. Lou Reese, H. R. Wilkinson and W.M. Wilkinson. The great grandchildren are the children of 2 daughters of Mrs. Reese who live in Texline, Texas. The funeral services were held at the church at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday Mar. 27 and were largely attended. Her pastor, Rev. Calkins conducted the service, assisted by Pastor Purdy of the Christian Church. Interment was in the Clearfield Cemetery. Clearfield Enterprise, Clearfield, Iowa, March 29, 1923 Willey, W. B. - Dr. W. B. Willey died on March 21 at his home in Dallas, Texas. He was a brother of Mrs. L. U. Singer, and once practiced in Blockton more than twenty years ago. Dr Willie is survived by his wife, Mrs. Cora Willey; four children, Dr. W. D. Willey, Marney B. and Miss Dorothy Willey, all of Dallas, and Mrs. J. D. Dunsnee of Pasadena, Cal.; two sisters, Mrs. N. F. Singer and Mrs. Bird Willey Ellis, both of Washington D. C. Dr. Willey went to Dallas from Woodburn, Iowa, about two years ago. He was a member of the Christian Church and the Masonic fraternity. Clearfield Enterprise, Clearfield, Iowa April 5, 1923

Clearfield Enterprise, Clearfield, Iowa obituaries

transcribed by: Lorelei Rusco - lorerus@iowatelecom.net

Bennett, Daniel Irving -

Daniel Irving Bennett was born at Canton, Ill., July 23, 1861, where he lived with his parents until the age of eleven, when the family removed to Lenox, Iowa. He was married to Amanda Owen in the Calvary neighborhood, Jan. 3, 1883. To this union were born four children; Mrs. S. L. Goldsberry of Davenport, Iowa; G. L. Bennett of Lenox, Iowa; Clarence Bennett of Lon Benito, Texas; and Gladys Routh of Clearfield now deceased. He is survived by his wife, three children, one sister, and six grand children.

He died at his home in Davenport where he has lived for the past three years, Wednesday evening at 6:15, at the age of 62 years, 2 months, and 3 days.

Acute indigestion complicated with heart trouble caused his death. He had an attack Tuesday afternoon but recovered, then a second attack at 2:00 o'clock Wednesday morning that proved more severe, and he succumbed late in the afternoon.

He was a life long member of the Methodist Church. Brother Bennett had the confidence of all who knew him. He was a good friend and responsive neighbor, and was a consistent and earnest disciple of his Master and Lord, and was ready to respond to the call for the better land. He was a useful man in the Kingdom here, going about as a ready and helpful assistant in all the work of the Church, and was triumphant when death claimed him.

The funeral service was held at the Clearfield Methodist church on the morning of Tuesday, Oct. 2^nd conducted by the pastor, Rev. A. J Matthews. He spoke from the 23^rd Psalm. The floral offering was both profuse and beautiful. The auditorium would barely hold the concourse of people. The pallbearers were old friends and neighbors, Truman Cottrell, S. P. Wilt, Harry Wilt, Frank Baker. W. H. Franklin and D. E. Moffett. Interment was made in Clearfield Cemetery where lie his father and mother, a sister and daughter.

Clearfield Enterprise, Clearfield, Iowa October 4, 1923

Bubb, Everett -

Everett Bubb, 11 year old son of Mr. and Mrs. L. A. Bubb, who reside in Lenox, died from heat on the farm of Pete Lininger, near Lenox. The boy had been shocking wheat and was also assisting in the repair of the binder when he was stricken and died in a short time.

Clearfield Enterprise, Clearfield, Iowa July 19, 1923

Chaney, Green -

Green Chaney was born .June 12, 1838, near Greenfield, in Green Co., Ill. Died June 15th 1923, at his home. At his death he was 85 years, and 3 days old. In 1862 he was united in marriage to Martha Short who departed this life in 1863.

To this union one son was born, who died at one year of age. On Dec. 20, 1865, he was married to Mary C Kelley. To this union three children were born, the oldest son Chas passed away in March 1921.

Mr. Chaney moved to Iowa in 1891, and settled on the farm where he resided at the time of his death. Mrs. Chaney departed this life in 1922. He united with the Baptist church in Green Co., Ill., in 1874 after coming to Iowa he united with the Baptist Church in Clearfield and lived a faithful member until death.

He leaves to mourn his death two children Albert who lives at home and Sallie Shawler of Council Bluffs, six grandchildren; one brother of Adams, Neb., one sister of Springfield, Ill., a large circle of other relatives, friends, and neighbors.

He was a member of Fremont Lodge 343 A F and A . M . Charter member of Salome Chapter 16 E S.

Funeral services were held at the residence, June 14, conducted by Rev. Calkins of Clearfield and interment was in Lenox Cemetery. Services at the Cemetery were in charge of the Masonic Order.

Clearfield Enterprise, Clearfield, Iowa June 21, 1923

Clark, Newell W. -

Newell W. Clark was born Sept. 27,1843 at Cameron. New York. He died at Harlowton, Montana, March 24, as the result of a fall received the previous evening, never being conscious after the accident.

He enlisted in the Union army in Feb. 1862, and was wounded in both feet by shrapnel at the Second Battle of Bull Run. Aug. 30,1862. He was discharged in December and suffered all his life from the wounds.

In May, 1869, he came from New York to Mt. Ayr, and was in the harness-making business for 23 years. He was one of the first organizers of Masonic Lodges west of the Mississippi, and a member of 0.S. S. No. 1, of Iowa.

He lived on a farm near Clearfield from 1893 until 1909, when he quit farming because of failing eyesight. The family lived at Redfield, S. Dak., until 1920, when they moved to Harlowton, Montana.

Mr. Clark was married to Julia Vardner in 1872, she dying in 1879/ On April 8, 1889, he was married to Amanda Snedaker, who survives. Three children were born to them, two dying in infancy.

He is survived by one daughter, Mrs. Florence Grove, an adopted daughter, Mrs. Helen King, a granddaughter, Marion Grove, and two grandsons, Donald King and Newell Clark Grove.

At the funeral the American Legion Post acted as cortege, and furnished an escort to Redfield where he was buried. Clearfield friends of the family extend sympathy to the wife and daughters.

Clearfield Enterprise, Clearfield, Iowa April 12, 1923

Crawford, Gladys Alice Goldsberry -

Mrs. Gladys Alice Crawford, nee Goldsberry, 314 Brown St., Davenport, died at St Luke's Hospital, that city, on Sunday, after being ill for twelve weeks. She was born in Linn Co. Iowa, Sept. 16, 1893, and was married to George Crawford at Clarinda, May 1912. The family came to Davenport March 1, 1923.

Deceased was a member of McClellan Heights U. P. Church. Surviving her are her husband and three children, Donald, David, and Claire; her father, Frank Goldsberry of Mt. Ayr, a sister, Mrs. Conrad of Clarinda, and one brother, Sigel Goldsberry of Davenport.

The deceased lived with her parents in the Calvary neighborhood, and was quite wall known in this vicinity before the time of her marriage.

Clearfield Enterprise, Clearfield, Iowa July 5, 1923

Davis, H. J. –

Davis, Lloyd -

On last Friday morning at about 9:00 H. J. Davis was instantly killed six miles southwest of Creston on Primary S. Davis with three sons drove west from his home to the Federal Road, entering it from the east at high speed. J. C. Beckner, with his wife, .son, and wife's sister, all of Clarinda, were going to Des Moines, driving a Reo Sedan, and going northeast, met the Davis Ford nearly head on, wrecking both cars, killing Mr. Davis, and injuring every other one of the eight. There is a cut just south of the point of meeting, so that neither

driver would see the other until quite close. The persons first to arrive for there were no actual eyewitnesses, say there was no sign that either driver had set the brakes on his car.

Davis Senior had his skull fractured. The oldest son, Lloyd was so seriously hurt that hospital surgeons feared he might die. The two younger Davis boys were cut and bruised. Mrs. Beckner had an ear nearly severed, and was the worst hurt of those in the sedan. The Beckner party were able to go on to Des Moines by train Friday night.

From the completeness of the wreck, it looks as tho all might have been killed, and the combined speed of the two cars must have been 60 miles per hour. Davis was about fifty years old, and leaves a wife, three sons, and four daughters. An inquest was ordered for that afternoon

The second victim of the Creston accident died in the hospital Sunday night in the person of l.oyd Davis, the oldest son.

Clearfield Enterprise, Clearfield, Iowa August 30, 1923

Dean, Addie J. Noble -

Addie J. Noble was born October 4, 1842, near Jordanville, Herkimer County, New York. When four years of age, her parents moved to Hebron, McHenry County, Illinois, where they remained until Feb. of 1868, when they moved to Bedford, Taylor county, Iowa.

She was united in marriage to George W. Dean of Sandwich, Ill . ,on August 1, 1869, and moved to a farm fourteen miles northeast of Bedford, where they resided until 1903, when they moved to Clearfield.

When fifteen years of age, she made a public profession of her faith in Christ and united with the Baptist Church, and was always a faithful attendant at all the church services, and a teacher in the Sunday School until sixty years of age, when she joined the old ladies' class. She assisted in the organization of a Baptist Church at Grant Center, which disbanded after two years, the members moving to Clearfield and organizing the church there.

While Mrs. Dean was a Baptist, she was then unable to attend church in Clearfield on account of distance, so she became a faithful assistant at Greenwood Methodist Church in Grant Township, in all the church and Sunday School work. She was a member of the W. C. T.U., and always attended the sessions when health and weather permitted.

Though she had been in poor health for some time, hopes were held for her recovery, but she passed to her reward a few minutes before midnight, April 24, 1923, aged 80 years, 6 months, and 20 days.

She leaves to mourn her loss, her husband; four sons:—Charles of Mitchell, South Dakota; Fred of Chicago, Illinois; Roy and Guy of Ellendale, North Dakota; another son, Merle, dying when two years old. Also three daughters-in-law, seven grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren, besides many other relatives and friends.

Her father, mother, sister, two brothers precede her in death. She was called upon to mother two grand daughters, and rejoiced in the privilege of giving them a home, nurture and a mother's love and care.

The funeral services were held at the Clearfield Baptist Church, on Friday afternoon, April 27, conducted by a former pastor, Rev. Fields, assisted by Rev. Calkins of t h e M E Church. Many friends called to pay the last tribute of respect to the deceased. The WBC and GAR attended as a body. Interment followed in the Clearfield Cemetery.

Clearfield Enterprise, Clearfield, Iowa May 2, 1923

Dean, George W. -

George W. Dean was born; Feb, 25, 1839, in Crawford county, Penn. When seven years of age, his parents moved to Sandwich, Illinois. At the commencement of the Civil War he enlisted in the three-months service. He was discharged, and in 1862 he re-enlisted in the 105th Illinois, and marched with Sherman to the sea. At the close of the war he lived for one year on a farm in Ford Co.. Illinois. He then went into the hardware business at State Center, Iowa, until the winter of 1869, when he traded for land in Taylor county, Iowa. He was until his death a holder of considerable farm land in Grant Twp., this county.

On August 1st, 1869, he was married to Miss Addle J. Noble. To this union were born five sons:—Charlie of Mitchell, South Dakota; Fred of Chicago; Merle who died at the age of two years; Roy and Guy of Ellendale, North Dakota. The wife and mother died on April 24, of this year.

When nineteen years of age he was converted and united with the

Methodist church at Asbury, Illinois. After locating on the farm, he organized a class of eight members, later known as the Greenwood Church. He always took an interest in the church, and was a liberal supporter of the cause.

He died at the family home in Clearfield, at 3:45 a. m. on the 2^nd of May 1923, at the age of 84 years, 2 months and 7 day«, being ill but for a few hours.

The funeral services were held in the Clearfield Methodist church, on Friday afternoon, May 4th, at 2:00 o’clock, conducted by Rev. E. L. Fields of New Market assisted by Rev. Calkins of Clearfield and Rev. Brown of Conway. The surviving veterans of the Civil War and members of the W R C attended as a body. Interment was then had in Clearfield Cemetery.

Clearfield Enterprise, Clearfield, Iowa May 10, 1923

Goodman, John Eldon -

John Eldon Goodman, infant son of Mr. and Mrs John Goodman, was born Dec 5th, 1921, and died March 10th, 1923, aged 1 year, 3 months, and 5 days. He leaves to mourn his loss his father, mother one sister add other relatives.

Clearfield Enterprise, Clearfield, Iowa March 15, 1923

Green, George W. –

George W. Green was born in Clearfield county, Penn. Feb. 10^th, 1840 and died at Doanellson, Iowa, March 24, 1923, aged 83 years 1 month and 14 days. While yet a boy he moved to Lee county, Iowa, and much of his life was spent in that section. He lived in Taylor county from 1868 until 1898and since that date at Donnellson, Iowa.

In early manhood he worked for the government in Nebraska on a stage line. While in that employ the great war broke out, and he enlisted at Warren, Iowa. Feb. 24, 1862, mustered into service at Keokuk 1862, in Co. A, First Iowa Cavalry. On Aug. 18,1862, he was severely wounded in action near Clinton, Mo. and was discharged because of his wounds at Keokuk, May, 27, 1863.

He was married at New Boston, Iowa, Sept. 13, 1863, to Rachel Beatty. She died Jan. 14, 1897, leaving six children, who are all living now, being—Sarah Ecklin, Horace Butler Green, Mary Jane Connor, George E. Green, Nellie Anna and Wm. S. Green. There are fourteen grandchildren and great grandchildren. Mr. Green later married Mary J. Wallingford, who survives him.

In early life Mr. Green united with the Baptist church, of which he was an active member for many years, both in Taylor county and in the Warren Baptist church. In 1913, he and Mrs. Green transferred to the Donnellson M. E. church, of which he was a member at his death.

Mr. Green became a Mason in Conway Lodge, Conway, Iowa in 1884. He demitted successively to Clearfield, Farmington, and Donnellson, all in Iowa, and was the first Master of the New Lodge at the last named place, organized in 1915. His home lodge passed resolutions in his memory, and arranged for new special services of the order.

Clearfield Enterprise, Clearfield, Iowa April 5, 1923

Greer, Chas. A. -

Chas. A. Greer was born in this county in 1869, and died July 4th at his home near Conway. Most of his life has been spent in Taylor county. He was married to Miss Cassie Larison in 1895, who survives him. He had one son and five daughters, the daughters all surviving him. They are Mrs. Elsie Miller. Bedford: Mrs. Ava Bruner, Clearfield: Mrs. Eva Monk, Creston; Mrs. Golda Woods, Conway; Miss Perle at home. Mrs. Elmer Brand of Clearfield is a sister of the deceased, and his aged father is living with her.

The funeral was held last Friday afternoon at the Baptist church, at Bedford, and interment was in Fairview Cemetery.

Clearfield Enterprise, Clearfield, Iowa July 12, 1923

Hepperly, Harlan J. -

News came late Saturday of the death at Burlington that afternoon of Harlan Hepperly, oldest son of John Hepperly of Platte Twp. Mr. Hepperly received the message at about 10 o'clock, started as soon as possible to Burlington, and brought back the body Sunday night, arriving at Lenox on Monday's early run. The story is as follows:

Harlan had been working for some time on a sand boat or dredge, and at the time of his death was on the boat, a few miles below Burlington on the Mississippi. But two men were aboard, Harlan and another who was forward at the engine and Harlan was at the stern, where the lifting apparatus was located. There was about ten feet of water where they were drawing up the sand, but for a man who was passing in a motor boat, there would not be a witness of the accident. That man saw Harlan throw up both hands and immediately fall overboard. He quickly rounded to, notified the other man on the boat, which was anchored. Harlan had never appeared again, and a little run to and from the city brought life savors with hooks and tackle. The body was caught almost immediately, but perhaps fifty minutes had passed, and of course life was gone. Examination showed no evidence of external injury, nor was there any water in his lungs, almost certain evidence that he was dead before immersed in the river.

A heart attack may have come suddenly, and his position led to the fall overboard. As our readers know, his mother died in 1921 from a sudden heart attack, so the explanation seems the most plausible. Harlan had spent about all his life here, was a pupil in rural and town schools of Lenox and Clearfield. He was 25 years of age, and universally esteemed for many manly traits, and for his geniality. The obituary is elsewhere given. His sister Verna was here, but really on her way to California, and Harlan was expecting to come to see her this week.

Harlan J. Hepperly was the son of John and Anna Hepperly, born near Clearfield May 15, 1898. He died at Burlington, Iowa, on Saturday, Sept. 15, 1923, aged 25 years, 4 months, and 12 days.

Harlan was the third of five children in the family to pass on before. He is survived by his father, his sister, Mrs. Verna Muir, and brother Jodey Hepperly.

The suddenness of his taking away was a great shock to the immediate family, as well as to all the community which had known him well, and respected him for his many sterling qualities.

Harlan was a graduate of Lenox high school, but had before been a student in Clearfield High. His membership in the Methodist Church dated from 1912, he having been converted under the ministry of Rev. Menoher. He was an interested worker in Sunday School and League activities.

The body was brought home, and the funeral conducted on Tuesday after- noon, Sept. 17, at the Methodist Church. The house was filled by the people gathered to pay their last respects. The floral offerings were profuse and beautiful. Rev. Calkins spoke from a part of Isaiah xxv, being assisted in the service by Pastor Purdy of the Christian Church. Interment was in Clearfield Cemetery.

Clearfield Enterprise, Clearfield, Iowa, August 20, 1923

Keller, Oscar –

Mr. Oscar Keller, who lived in this community many years ago, was killed recently near Ft. Morgan, Colo., in a crossing accident. He drove right in front of an oncoming train, stopped on the track, and was killed along with a daughter by the train. Mr. Keller is reported to have been 41 years of age. A son who was in the auto was not much injured.

Clearfield Enterprise, Clearfield, Iowa March 22, 1923

Lininger, Carolina Ludwig –

Carolina Lininger was horn in Mercer county Penn., July 14, 1837, and died at her home near Diagonal, Iowa, July 15. 1923, aged eighty-six years and one day. She was united in marriage with Levi Liningcr September 11, 1856 to which union were born seven children—five daughters, Emma Bonham deceased; Sophronia Walters of Diagonal, Iowa; Kate Todd of Beaumont. Calif.; Mary Todd, deceased; Debbie Swartz of Mt. Ayr, Iowa; and two sons, Jesse and Thomas Lininger, both of Diagonal. Besides her children she leaves to mourn her death ten grand children. Twelve great grand children, several great great grand children and a host of other relatives and friends.

Mrs. Lininger lived for sixty-three years on the old homestead in Lincoln township, where since 1900 she lived in widowhood with her two sons bearing the responsibilities of the home and faithfully performing the duties of wife and mother. Her life was a life of service, of loving devotion to her family and friends by which she endeared herself to them in a way that will place her in everlasting remembrance. She was received and christened in the Lutheran church in her childhood and died trusting in the Lord and repeatedly

calling upon His name.

The funeral was held Tuesday afternoon, July 17, from the Fairview M. E. Church, being conducted by Rev. R. B. Shannon, pastor of the A. C. church, and the interment was in the Bruning cemetery.

Clearfield Enterprise, Clearfield, Iowa July 26, 1923

Martin, Kittie E. -

Mrs. John Martin died at her home in Oskaloosa, Iowa, on last Saturday, and the body was brought Clearfield for burial. Interment was made immediately after the arrival of the evening passenger Monday. The family lived for many years where Frank Bender now lives, and moved from the community about 22 years ago. Mr Martin a brother of the late Mrs. R E Busby and a son had been buried in Clearfield cemetery many years ago. Mrs. Martin was about 85 years of age at the time of her death.

Clearfield Enterprise, Clearfield, Iowa April 19, 1923

McLaury, Mary Ellen Sharp –

Mary Ellen Sharp was born April 20, 1845, near Lewiston, Illinois. She was married to George Cobine McLaury in 1862 and resided in Illinois for several years, then moved to Ringgold county, Iowa, and then to Taylor county where they lived for several years, and in 1892 moved to Clearfield where she resided ever since. Her husband proceeded her in death 15 years ago.

To this union were born seven children of which four remain as follows, Mrs. E F Wilson, of Kansas City; J T of Clearfield; G E of Bedford; and Frank Roy of Canada. There are also 16 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren.

She became a Christian when a child and in 1887 became a member of the Baptist Church, being a charter member, and lived a consistent Christian life. Although a great sufferer for years and unable to attend services at all times, her heart was with the Christian people. She will be greatly missed by her relatives, friends, and neighbors, for she was always a friend in time of need and sorrow.

The services were conducted by Rev. Osborn, her former Pastor in the Baptist church. Interment took place in Clearfield Cemetery, Sunday afternoon September 23.

Clearfield Enterprise, Clearfield, Iowa September 27, 1923

Moffett, Emma M. Wilson –

Emma M. Wilson was born Aug. 28, 1857 in Louisa County, Iowa. She was a daughter of Nelson T. and Mary Wilson. She attended the Washington School, Concord Twp., and at the Eastern Iowa Normal School, Grandview, Iowa, where she graduated in 1877. She taught in the public schools in Louisa and Mahaska Counties. In 1876 her parents moved to Decatur Co. and she taught in Decatur and Ringgold Counties.

December 28, 1881 she was united in marriage with John M. Moffett

at Leon, Iowa. She was the mother of seven children, one of whom preceded her in infancy.

They lived at Clearfield, Iowa, until 1901. Since that time they have lived at Greeley and Stanwood, la., in Tripp County, South Dakota, Bristow, Nebr., and Rolfe, Iowa.

In childhood she united with a country church near Grandview, la., and after her marriage transferred her membership to U. P. Church at Clearfield. She has always been loyal to the Church and to her God and faithful in His service. Her Bible and the United Presbyterian were her constant companions. She kept her Bible and academic studies and loved the Flora of Nature and Natures God. Her one desire in her closing days was expressed in this wish “I wish that all my family would be saved.”

On the morning of June 21, 1923 her Loved “Flora of Nature” was at its best, she entered into rest, after many days of weariness and suffering.

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Besides her husband she leaves to mourn her loss, her children, Geo Moffett, Rolfe, Iowa, Mrs. John Mosier, Mt. Ayr, Iowa, Laura M. Moffett, Mt. Ayr, Iowa, Mildred, Mrs. Joe Mosier, Mt. Ayr, Wallace F. Moffett, Lynch, Nebr., Olive, Mrs. Ross Bishop, Fairmount, Minn. and her brothers and sisters, Lillian M. Wilson, Chicago, Olive P. Wilson, Ft. Dodge, Iowa, Albian Wilson, Coulee City, Wash. and uncle L. B. Wilson of Kansas City and three aunts and a great aunt all living in Ohio. Also 13 grandchildren.

Her life aims and work may be summer up in two words, “Service” and “Others”.

Funeral services were held at the Clearfield U.P. Church on Saturday afternoon, conducted by pastor S. Boyd Johnson.

Clearfield Enterprise, Clearfield, Iowa June 28, 1923

Nevill, Cynthia Elvira Pratt -

Cynthia Elvira Pratt was born in Johnson Co, Iowa, Jan. 28, 1853, and

departed this life May 8, 1923, aged 70 years, 3 months, 11 days. She moved with her parents to Lawrence Kansas in 1860, where sorrow entered the home, bereaving her of a mother's love and care. The same year the father took his family back to Washington Co. Iowa., where she resided until Dec. 10, 18G8, when she was united in marriage to Blanchard Nevill of Washington, la. In the year 1873, she and her husband decided to hunt a new location and moved to Ringgold Co., where they spent 47 years working and living happily for the interest of their family.

In 1920 Mr. and Mrs. Nevill retired from the arduous farm duties, and came to Clearfield that they might take life easier and enjoy the privilege of church. They both, having united with the Methodist church in 1883 under the pastorate of Fred Harris. As long as health and strength permitted she attended the religious services regularly and took an interest in the Missionary work. She was a bright Christian and leaves an example worthy of emulation. Of her life it can truly be said that she was an upright honorable woman and highly esteemed for her many virtues, by all who had the privilege of knowing her. She had been a member of the W. R. C. for a number of years.

Mrs. Neville was a kind and thotful wife and mother, living for and with her family, as her world over which she reigned with a kind and loving heart. Her last illness dates from June 1922 and for months she had been near the border clinging to life by only a slender thread, and was carefully ministered to by loving hands who made her last hours as easy as possible.

To mourn her departure remain her husband, one daughter Stella Frances Hidlay; three sons; John Adelbert, Boyd Blanchard, and Lester Earl. Three daughters preceded the mother in death; Mary and Leila May in infancy, and Lizzie Etta at the age of 19 years; twelve grandchildren and one great-grandchild; four sisters, Mrs. Mary Nichols and Mrs. John White of Diagonal; Mrs. Viola Black of Iowa City; and Mrs. Mart Benson of Des Moines, Iowa: two step-brothers, Arthur E Benson of Long Mount Colorado, and J.P. Benson of Eureka Springs, Ark., and also a large number of other relatives and a multitude of acquaintances.

Funeral services were held at the M. E. Church Thursday afternoon at 2:30 conducted by Rev. Calkins. Interment was in Clearfield Cemetery.

Clearfield Enterprise, Clearfield, Iowa May 17, 1923

Piner, Caroline Bye –

Caroline Bye, daughter of Robert and Sarah Bye was born near Newark, New Jersey, June 7, 1850; died at her home in Clearfield, Iowa, April 1,1923, aged 72 years 9 months and 24 days. At the age of six years she moved with her parents to Illinois, living, first in Fulton, then in Knox county.

She was united in marriage to Robert Piner on Dec. 24, 1872. To them were born six children — Roberta, Henry, Charles, Mabel, Mattie and Mary. Henry and Charles passed away in childhood, Roberta in 1894. In August of 1875 they came to Taylor County locating on a farm six miles south of Clearfield, where they lived until 1897, coming then to Clearfield to give the children the

advantage of a good school, but Mattie and Mabel were victims of the diphtheria epidemic in 1899, and passed away within a few days of each other, saving only one child, Mary. Mr. Piner died in March of 1906.

Mrs. Piner was a member of the Methodist Church, and lived a beautiful Christian life. For several years she has been practically an invalid. She leaves to mourn her loss her daughter Mary, who had cared so tenderly and faithfully for her; her nephew, E. V. Messier, who for eighteen years has made his home with them, and has been to her all that a son could be; two grandchildren, P. R Ryan and Mrs. Mary Seth of Minnesota; six great grand children; a number of nieces and nephews and many friends.

The funeral services were held the residence on the afternoon of Tuesday, April 3d. The Pastor, Rev. Calkins, spoke from portions of the 90th and 91st Psalms. Interment was made in Clearfield Cemetery, where she lies at rest by the husband and children gone by.

Clearfield Enterprise, Clearfield, Iowa April 5, 1923

Sargent, William Allen –

Another one of Fort Morgan's oldest residents, and one who helped fight the battles of the early Morgan county pioneer has been taken by death. William Allen Sargent, for twenty five years a farmer on the East Platte Avenue highway died at 2:45 Thursday p.m. April 12. Death was due to leakage of the heart and hardening of arteries, together with a complication of minor illnesses. Mr Sargent had been suffering for the past two months and his physician at that time announced that he would not live much longer. During the winter he improved to an appreciable degree, and there was hope that he would enjoy full recovery.

William Allen Sargent would have been seventy-four years old Monday, April 16. He came to Fort Morgan from Clearfield, Iowa. He was born in Hillsboro, Ohio, 1830; moved to Morris, III., in 1865, and from there to Iowa in 1875. In 1881 he was married to Miss Mary Reynard, to which union one child, Ray, was born. He had four brothers, John who lives here, and Amos of Minneapolis; the other two are dead. One sister survives him, Mrs. E. S. Lynch of Ottawa, Kansas. He also leaves four grandchildren by his son Ray Sargent, who has been in the cattle raising and farming business for thirteen years.

Ill health brought him to Colorado in the early days. He was told by physicians then if he did not go west his days would be few. On that advice he came to Colorado and became a real pioneer and booster, and regained his health and vigor.

Clearfield Enterprise, Clearfield, Iowa April 19, 1923

Soma, Thorwald –

Thorwald Soma was a native of Norway, born there on November 13, 1850. He died at his home in Clearfield, Iowa on Saturday, March 24, 1923. He had passed the Psalmist’s limit of life by two years, four months and ten days. Mr. Soma immigrated to America in 1880, coming first to Chicago, and a few years later to Iowa. He was married a few years later to Miss Bertha Nelson in 1885, and they made their home in Clearfield in 1887, residing here ever since, and following his trade of painter.

To them seven children were born, four of whom died in infancy. There survive the wife, one daughter and two sons. They are Mrs Basil Herring of Clearfield; John Soma of Hebron, Nebraska; and Fred Soma of Wahoo, Nebraska. There are also seven grandchildren.

The funeral services were held at the Methodist Church in Clearfield, on Monday afternoon, March 26th. The address was from the text, "We know not what we shall be". Interment followed in the Clearfield Cemetery.

Clearfield Enterprise, Clearfield, Iowa March 29, 1923

Wilkinson, Melinda J. Davis –

Melinda J. Davis was born January 14, 1836 in Warren County, Ill. On August 25, 1853 she was married to John Wilkinson. In March 1873 they moved to Ringgold Co. and resided near old Polen until March 1, 1900 when they moved to Clearfield, Iowa where they have since resided. John Wilkinson was a soldier in the Civil War and died in Clearfield April 2, 1903. In the early morning of March 25, she died at the age of 87 years, 2 months and 11 days.

She leaves two sons and four daughters, fifteen grandchildren and four great grandchildren. The children are: Mrs. Mary Everly, Mrs. Martha Beatty, Mrs. Lydia Wilkinson, Mrs. Lou Reese, H. R. Wilkinson and W.M. Wilkinson. The great grandchildren are the children of 2 daughters of Mrs. Reese who live in Texline, Texas.

The funeral services were held at the church at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday Mar. 27 and were largely attended. Her pastor, Rev. Calkins conducted the service, assisted by Pastor Purdy of the Christian Church. Interment was in the Clearfield Cemetery.

Clearfield Enterprise, Clearfield, Iowa, March 29, 1923

Willey, W. B. -

Dr. W. B. Willey died on March 21 at his home in Dallas, Texas. He was a brother of Mrs. L. U. Singer, and once practiced in Blockton more than twenty years ago. Dr Willie is survived by his wife, Mrs. Cora Willey; four children, Dr. W. D. Willey, Marney B. and Miss Dorothy Willey, all of Dallas, and Mrs. J. D. Dunsnee of Pasadena, Cal.; two sisters, Mrs. N. F. Singer and Mrs. Bird Willey Ellis, both of Washington D. C.

Dr. Willey went to Dallas from Woodburn, Iowa, about two years ago. He was a member of the Christian Church and the Masonic fraternity.

Clearfield Enterprise, Clearfield, Iowa April 5, 1923