Brenner, Betsy Ann Crapo Wiley Pullman –

Mrs.F. L. Brenner, better known as Grandma Brenner, passed away at her home in this city at 11:00 o'clock a. m., Wednesday. Arrangements for funeral services have not been made at this writing. Her son, Gene Brenner, from Indianola, is here.

Lenox Time Table, Lenox, Iowa Thursday September 15, 1927

Brenner, Betsy Ann Crago Wiley Pullman -

Betsy Ann Crapo, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Crapo, was born in Rochester, Ohio, June 20, 1840, and died at Lenox, Wednesday September 14, 1927, aged 87 years 2 months and 24 days.

She was first married to George Wiley, then to John Pullman and again to Franklin Brenner.  To these unions were born Mae Wiley Bateman, deceased;  E.H. Pullman, Indianola; Bertha Ann Brenner Merritt, Lenox; and George Brenner who died in infancy.  She is also survived by one step-daughter Ell Pullman of Lansing, Mich.; one step-son, Lyman Brenner, of Payson, Utah; and a host of other relatives and friends.

She came from Ohio to Iowa, locating in Casey, and then to Lenox, where she has lived for over 40 years.

The funeral was held Friday at 2:30, at the Methodist church, conducted by Rev. E. R. Stroud.  Interment was made in the Fairview cemetery.

Lenox Time Table, Lenox, Iowa Thursday September 22, 1927

Cameron, James Edmond –

Edmond Cameron, whose former home was in Lenox, passed away at the family home in Omaha October 4, 1927, his death resulting from acute heart trouble.  The body was brought to Lenox last Friday and interment was made in Fairview cemetery.

Mr. Cameron was the son of Peter and Mary Cameron and was born in Peoria, Ill. December 12, 1884.  The Cameron family later moved to Taylor county and for a number of years lived in or near Lenox.  About 15 years ago the family moved to Omaha, since which time Edmund has been employed as a traveling salesman. 

By his pleasing personality and unquestioned business and moral integrity, Mr. Cameron made many loyal friends who are grieved at the passing when life seemed to promise much. 

The brothers of the deceased John C. and Frank E. of Huron, S.D.; and two sisters, Stella M. and Mrs. S. H. Parquet, of Omaha, are left to mourn his death. 

Those from a distance attending the funeral were the two brothers, and two sisters, Blanche Aiken of Omaha; and C. E. Eunis of Kewanee, Ill.; the last named being an uncle of the deceased.

The mother, Mrs. Mary Cameron died last June and burial was made in the family lot in Fairview cemetery beside her son Eugene who died some 25 years ago.

Lenox Time Table, Lenox, Iowa Thursday October 13, 1927

Cochran, Maritta A. -

Mrs. Thomas Cochran, formerly of Lenox, passed away Thursday, August 25, at her home in Los Angeles, Cal., at the age of 82 years, 11 months and 9 days.

Funeral services will be held from the Methodist church in this city, Thursday, September 1, at 2:00 o'clock p. m., conducted by Rev. E. R. Stroud, and interment will take place in the Lenox cemetery.

Mrs. Cochran, who for so many years, made her home in this city, will be well remembered by the older people of the community.  An obituary will appear next week.

Lenox Time Table, Lenox, Iowa Thursday September 1, 1927

[The following week’s paper is not in the archives.]

Dougherty, T. M. –

T M. Dougherty, veteran banker and wealthy land owner of New Market, died suddenly from a paralytic stroke while he was acting as sale clerk at a land sale near Clarinda

Lenox Time Table, Lenox, Iowa Thursday October 20, 1927

Heath, Frank -

Frank Heath fell from the scaffolding while assisting in the shingling of his house on Wednesday morning of last week and received injuries from which he died early Thursday morning in the Community hospital at Creston.  Mr. Heath was working while standing on one end of a long plank on the scaffold, while another workman was on the opposite end. As the second workman

stepped from the plank to the roof Mr. Heath's weight tipped the plank, throwing him to the ground. It was thought at the time the injuries were not of a serious nature, but by Thursday night he became much worse and was rushed to the hospital in Creston, where it was deemed best to operate at once, but he died on the operating table.

Mr. Heath has lived in Taylor county for over thirty years and his death is mourned by many.

Frank Heath, son of Henry and Mary Ann Heath, was born at Weare, near

Axbridge, Somersetshire England August 1, 1952 and died at the Greater Community Hospital in Creston while undergoing an operation as a result of an injury of a fall Wednesday morning.  He died Thursday morning, November 17, 1927, aged 75 years, 3 months and 11 days.

At the age of 17 he left his home in England and came to Lebanon, Mo., where he made his home with an uncle, and later going from there to Burlington,

Wis., where he again made his home with an aunt and uncle for some time.

Dyersville was the first place where he resided in Iowa, but the  community

west of Lenox was his first home in Taylor county, where he lived 32 years, and for the past 19 years he has resided in Lenox.

On June 20, 1877, he was married to Ann McDonald, who together with two daughters, Mrs. Ella B. Coulthard and Linnie M., two grandchildren, Mrs. Audrey Lidell, Howard and one grandson,22 nephews and nieces Charles Leach of Lenox, Frank Leach of Des Moines, Gilbert Duckett of Sharpsburg, Mrs. Mae Shoenhair and Mrs. Susie Goodlaxen of Creston, were present. 

At an early age he was confirmed in the Episcopal Church of England and always attended when opportunity afforded.

A short service was held at the home of Michigan Ave. Saturday afternoon with Rev. Mortenson in charge.  Interment took place in Fairview cemetery.

Lenox Time Table, Lenox, Iowa Thursday November 17, 1927

Irons, Elizabeth Jane West -

A highly esteemed pioneer passed away at her home at Golva, N. D., Tuesday, September 6.

At the United Brethern church in Beach, on Wednesday, September 7, occurred the funeral of Mrs. Jacob E. Irons, of Golva, N. D., the services being conducted by Rev. Bovery, of Carlyle, and interment being in the Beach cemetery.

Mrs. Irons was one of the early settlers of Golden Valley, having come to that country with her husband in 1906. She had been ailing for many weeks, and advanced age and complications added to the sad toll demanded and she passed away Tuesday, September 6 at the age of 78 years.  Following is the obituary: 

Mrs. Elizabeth Jane Irons was born near Cincinnati, Ohio, February 7, 1849. At the age of 20 she was married to Henry West, and to this union were born two

sons and two daughters. Her husband died, leaving her four children.  On April 3, 1880, she was married to Jacob E. Irons. In a gracious revival she and her four oldest children were converted and joined the M. E. church and were baptized by Rev. Stuart in 1889.  In the fall of 1906 she came with her husband to North Dakota, where, in 1911, they became charter members of the United Brethren church. After weeks of suffering, she was called to eternal rest September 6, 1927, aged 78 years, 6 months and 26 days.

Her son, John West, preceded her in death. All of the other children, Elva West, of Sharpsburg; Mrs. Jennie Wright, of Clifton, Colo.; Mrs. Olive Harpster, and

Albert F. Irons, of Alpha, N. D., and her husband, Jacob E. Irons, of Golva, N. D., and several grandchildren, live to mourn their loss and rejoice in her eternal gain.  Repeatedly during her last sickness she said: "I am ready to go any time," and she frequently referred to the text chosen for her funeral service.

May her earnest counsel to her grandchildren and children be treasured in fond memory, enrich their lives and contribute to a happy reunion in heaven.

Lenox Time Table, Lenox, Iowa Thursday September 29, 1927

Jones, Virginia A. Gatlin Allen -

It is with a feeling of sadness this paper records the passing of another of our older residents and a thoroughly good woman, Mrs. J. West Jones.

For months it has been known that the end was approaching and her family have spent much time at her bedside, where she was a most patient sufferer. Since the death of her husband in May, Mrs. Jones has been in failing health. 

Mrs. Jones passed away at her home in this city Friday, September 30, at noon. Services were held Sunday afternoon at the home, conducted by Rev. E. C.

Miller, assisted by Rev. E. R. Stroud, and she was laid to rest by the side of her husband in the Lenox cemetery.

Virginia A. Gatlin, daughter of James and Nancy Gatlin, was born in Illinois, September 25, 1848, and departed this life in Lenox on September 30, 1927, at the age of 79 years and five days.

She was married at Brighton, Iowa, March 25, 1869, to George V. Allen. They moved to Fairfield in April of 1879, and then to Lenox on her birthday, September 25, 1880. Thus she lived in Lenox for over 47 years. . They were among the early settlers in Lenox, where Mr. Allen operated the Lenox mill.

To this union were born seven children; Horace D., Grace M., Frank G., Charles J., R. Rush., Ralph J., and George V., all of whom are living, with the exception of one daughter, Grace, who was married September 10, 1889, to J. N. Kanoff, and died January 11, 1902. Mr. Allen died in Lenox November 13, 1883.

Virginia Allen was married November 27, 1888, to J. West Jones, who was one of the very earliest of the Lenox pioneers, and for a great many years was the leading auctioneer of Iowa. To this union was born one son, Harry A. Jones,

who still survives. Carey M., and Orval A. Jones, two sons of J. West Jones, are still living also.  J. West Jones died May 19, 1927, proceding his wife by only a few short months.

All of the above named boys have visited the home recently and all of them except Frank and George Allen, who live in Los Angeles, were here for the service, several being accompanied by their wives. Besides the nine boys

and their wives there are 25 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren.

The deceased was the eldest of 9 children and is also survived by six sisters.

Mrs Jones was very active for many years in the United Presbyterian church and for the past 20 years has been a member of the Christian Science church of St. Joseph. She was also an active member of the Eastern Star and the Lenox Reading circle.

The life of Mrs. Jones was an even spun thread, and she had made her home a shrine, a sacred shrine, where all the boys have eagerly and often gathered as the years have come and gone. Both father and mother are now gone and the large home that was made so happy by them and was the scene for numerous meetings and reunions for so many years, is now but a memory, but a sacred memory that will be as enduring and hallowed as life itself.

Lenox Time Table, Lenox, Iowa Thursday October 6, 1927

Lyons, Walter –

Wm. Mullen's Nephew Kills Self.

The following clipping was taken from a Denver paper under a Fort Collins date line and will be of interest to many here.  --Fort Collins, Colo., Nov. 20.—

Walter Lyons, 46., brooding over the fact that his uncle hanged himself two weeks ago, performed a like act today and was found hanging by a rope in the barn of  his brother-in-law, E. A. Van Pelt, on a farm near here.

Lyons, who had been living at the Van Pelt home, left the house shortly before noon. When dinner was ready a brother, S. C. Lyons, of La Porte, who was at the home for a day, went out to the barn and found the man hanging from a rope fastened to the hay chute. Lyons had secured an old rope, tied it to a projection on the hay chute leading into a manger and had jumped from the

manger, thus allowing himself to strangle.

Two weeks ago at his home m Lenox, Iowa, Lyon's uncle, William Mullen, despondent over ill health, hanged himself in the same manner.

Lyons, who worked for Van Pelt, had worried over his uncle's act and this, coupled with the fact that his health had been poor, is believed to have led to his decision to kill himself.  He had given no intimation to his relatives that he was contemplating suicide. He was not married. There will be no inquest.

Lenox Time Table, Lenox, Iowa Thursday December 1, 1927

Mullen, William –

William Mullen, 91 years of age, committed suicide Saturday morning about 9:00 o’clock.  He first shot himself in the head with a rifle while in the house, but the shot was not effective and with the same determination that marked his life he wrote a note saying they could find him in the barn and climbing to the hay loft, a thing he had not been able to do for months, he adjusted a wrap around his neck, fastened it and jumped, or slid, from the hay loft on the north side of the barn.  The body was found by neighbors, and though the body was still warm when cut down, life was extinct.

He had made such careful preparations for the event, even coming down town for a shave, arranging for the care of his stock, and paying some small bills.

The news of  the tragedy came as a shock to Lenox people,  for although all knew of Mr. Mullen’s failing health, from the injury when thrown from his horse [?] fourth, no one realized that he was worrying to such an extinct.

For thirty-seven years he has been constable in this township, and it was a matter of great pride in him that he had as many republican votes, as he did democrat ones, although he was a staunch democrat.

In his younger days he shipped livestock and was, without d doubt, one of the oldest livestock shippers in the state, having shipped his first car load in 1871, the year after the Chicago fire.   Until his [?] Mr. Mullen was unusually strong for his age, caring for his own garden and livestock, and it was a matter of great worry to him that the time had come when he must depend on others for care.

His familiar figure will be greatly missed on the streets of Lenox.    He is survived by one daughter, Mrs. Iowa, of Omaha, who was in Lenox caring for her father at the time of his death.

The funeral was held from the Christian church Monday morning at 10 o’clock conducted by the Rev. E. C. Miller.  A large number of old friends gathered to pay their last respects to Mr. Mullen.

William Mullen, son of Bernard and Fannie Mullen, was born in Ohio September 13, 1836, and departed this life October 15, 1927,

In 1860 Mr. Mullen was married to Elmira Weaver in [?field], Iowa, and to this union born two daughters, Nanny, who preceded her father in death and Iowa Mullen, who is a surviving relative.  Mrs. Mullen preceded him in death in 1867.  He was later married to Mrs. Maiden.

Mr. Mullen came to Lenox some fifty years ago.  He came into the Lenox Christian church in 1891 and was one of its charter members. 

Known and loved as he was throughout the community of Lenox, the passing of Mr. Mullen has brought deep sorrow to his multitude of friends.

Lenox Time Table, Lenox, Iowa Thursday October 20, 1927

Payton, William H. –

William H. Payton, of Bedford, died at his home of heart failure.  He was a civil war veteran and a pioneer resident of Taylor County. 

Lenox Time Table, Lenox, Iowa Thursday September 22, 1927

Pennebaker, Thelma Davis –

Thelma Davis Pennebaker, the oldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. 0. L. Davis, was born near Grimes, Okla., October 7, 1906, and departed this life November 2, 1927, at her home near Sharpsburg, aged 21 years and 25 days.

Previous to her residence in this community she had lived with her parents about two years ago. She was united in marriage at her parent's home in Lenox June 12, 1927, to Ray Pennebaker.  Immediately after her marriage she and her husband moved into the Sharpsburg community.

Thelma went into the Baptist church at Emerson 11 years ago. At the time of h«r death she was a member of the Church of Christ at Lenox. She was also a member of the Royal Neighbors.

She was proceeded in death by one brother, Orin, who died August 22, 1927.

She leaves to mourn her passing her husband, her father and mother, Mr. and Mrs. 0. L. Davis, two brothers, RobBen and Jeane, and one sister, Nadine.

The funeral services were held from the Christian church Friday afternoon, conducted by the pastor, Rev. E. C. Miller, assisted by Rev. C. H. Platte, of Sharpsburg.  A large number of friends gathered from Lenox and Sharpsburg to pay their last tribute to this fine young woman. She was laid at rest in the Lenox cemetery beside her brother, Orin.

Those from out of the county who attended the funeral were: R. L. Davis and wife, R. W. Davis and family, J. E. Davis and family, Kenneth Shaw and family, of Emerson; S. C. Davis, of Glenwood; S. C. Davis, of Lewis; R. 0. Grant, of Corning; Mrs. Margaret Bennett, Mrs. Anthony Cuff and son, of Sayre, Okla.; R. T Shotwell, Sentinel, Okla.; Miss Cleo Davis, Elk City, Okla.; A. L. Pennebaker and family, of Winterset, and Dr. J. C. Pennebaker and  wife, of Corning.

Lenox Time Table, Lenox, Iowa Thursday November 10, 1927

Roulsten, H. E. -

Word was received by the M. W. A. lodge of the death of H. E. Roulsten, at Wetherforcl, Texas, on Friday, October 10. The body was taken to Fairburg, Nebr., for burial. Mr. Roulsten, with Harry Rankin, formerly operated a brick

yard in this city and left here about 1907 for Witchita Falls, where later he left for parts unknown and for years his whereabouts were unknown. A brother

kept up his M. W. A. dues.

His wife died in 1905 and left two adopted children, a boy and a girl. They were members of the Methodist church. Word was received here some months ago from his brother, William II, of Mr Roulsten's illness. He will be

remembered by many Lenox people.

Lenox Time Table, Lenox, Iowa Thursday October 27, 1927

Simpson, Grace Lucille Kuhn -

Mrs. Roscoe Simpson, formerly Grace Lucille Kuhn, passed away very suddenly at her home at Nodaway last Friday.

In her girlhood days, she, with her parents, resided in Lenox, during which time her father was Superintendent of the Lenox scho.ols. Her going is a very sad affair, as she leaves three small sons, beside her husband and her parents.

Our sincere sympathy is extended to the bereaved ones.

Lenox Time Table, Lenox, Iowa Thursday September 29, 1927

Stahl, W. H. –

Dan Stahl received a telegram announcing the death of his brother,  W. H. Stahl, at Long Beach, Cal., on Saturday, September 17.  The body was taken to the old home in Ottawa, Kansas, where the funeral was held Wednesday.

Lenox Time Table, Lenox, Iowa Thursday September 22, 1927

Stamets, John –

John Samets died at his home September 15, 1927 at the age of 71 years.  Funeral services were held in the Christian Church conducted by Rev. Hignett.  Interment was made in the Blue Grove cemetery.

Lenox Time Table, Lenox, Iowa Thursday September 22, 1927

Vincent, Elbridge Glover -

Elbridge Glover Vincent was born near Fall Branch, Greene county, Tennessee, December 31, 1847, and departed this life October 27, 1927, at the age of 79

years, 9 months and 26 days.

He moved to Illinois when 16 years of age, and, after two years, returned to his native state. In 1868 he came to Taylor county Iowa, settling in Jackson township. In 1876 he settled upon and improved a farm in Grove township,

where he resided until 1916. He moved to Sharpsburg in 1918, where he lived until the time of his death.

In 1881 he united in marriage to Miss Clara Steel, at Bedford, and to this union were born four children, all of whom are living. They are Mrs. Alice Segriff, of

Corning; Virgil, of Bedford; Mrs. Ida Knott, of Leoti, Kansas, and Otho, of Sharpsburg. He united with the Methodist church in Sharpsburg in 1889, Rev. John Barnard being the pastor. He was one of the stewards of the church

for several years. In later years his health prevented him from attending the services and public gatherings.

He is the last of his family, his father, mother, and four brothers have preceded him in death.

He leaves to mourn his death, his wife, four children, eight grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren.  The funeral services were held Sunday afternoon at 1:30 from the Methodist  church.  They were conducted by Rev. Platt, pastor of the Methodist and Blue Grove churches.  Interment was in the Gravity cemetery.

Lenox Time Table, Lenox, Iowa Thursday November 3, 1927

Wakeman, Alfred B. -

Alfred B. Wakeman, one of the county's staunch pioneer citizens, passed away at his country home northwest of Bedford last Monday evening, November 14, 1927, the end coming quite suddenly and unexpectedly.

For the past 52 years he had lived on his farm in Benton township, improving and building it up to a foremost place among the best farms of the country.

A. B. Wakeman stood for the highest type of American citizenship, and did not compromise to be popular. He took a deep interest in community affairs, such

as schools, churches and agricultural societies, and for years was on the executive board of the Farmers Institute of the county, an organization promoting better methods of farming. He served as a member of the county board of supervisors from 1898 to 1902 with high credit. He and his family were among the regular attendants of the Baptist church of this city. We all owe honor and respect to his good works as a citizen.

--Bedford Free Press

Lenox Time Table, Lenox, Iowa Thursday November 24, 1927

Westbrook, John William –

John William Westbrook was born in Lancaster, Mo. December 25, 1872, and departed this life September 16, 1927, aged 54 years, 8 months and 10 days.

Mr. Westbrook had lived in this community for the past 12 years.  His wife preceded him in death four months ago, having passed away May 9, 1927.  One daughter, Mrs Mabel Watts also preceded him in death.

Mr. Westbrook was a member of the Christian Church at Lancaster, Mo. He was a member of the Modern Woodmen of America and also of the Knights and Ladies of Security.

He is survived by one daughter, Mrs. Ed Nealy, of Lenox; one son, Charles Westbrook; four brothers; J. E., of Lenox, Grip, of Lancaster, Mo., Elic, of Ottumwa, and Ed, of Los Angeles, Cal.; also one sister, Lizzie Westbrook, of Aberdeen, Wash.

Funeral services were held on Sunday afternoon at 2 o'clock at the Christian church, conducted by Rev. E. C. Miller.

Lenox Time Table, Lenox, Iowa Thursday September 22, 1927

Williams Dale Eugene -

Dale Eugene Williams, infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Bert Williams, was born September 6, 1927, and departed this life October 7, 1927, at the age of one month and one day.  He leaves to mourn his loss, his mother, father, two brothers, Melvin and Glen, and one sister, Bernice.  One little sister having preceded him in death on May 23, 1925.

Lenox Time Table, Lenox, Iowa Thursday October 13, 1927