This is a Message Board Post. Reply to the message or author by clicking on the link below. *************************************************************************** MESSAGE: (#140180) John C. Evans <http://iagenweb.org/boards/allamakee/obituaries/index.cgi?rev=140180> AUTHOR: Diana Henry Die DATE: 1/7/2007 at 13:19:25 Surnames: EVANS,FINK,RALSTON John C. Evans Died in La Crosse John C. Evans, 62, owner-operator of the Evans Cartage company of La Crosse, Wis., died in a La Crosse hospital Monday, September 9. He was born in Forrest Mills in Allamakee county January 22, 1901, and founded the cartage firm in 1933. He won recognition in La Crosse in 1947 when he sponsored the adoption of a life savings plan for installation of boxes along the river banks of the Mississippi. The boxes contained life preservers and a coil of rope and a ladder. Mr. Evans was a member of the Trinity United Church of Christ, the La Crosse Chamber of Commerce, the Badger State Sportsman’s Club, La Crosse Safety Council, Elks Lodge, Wisconsin Carriers, Bureau and the La Crosse Traffic club. Survivors are his wife, Violet, two sisters, Mrs. Herbert Fink and Mrs. Earl Ralston both of Waukon and one brother, William of Waterloo. Funeral services were Thursday, September 12, in Trinity United Church, Mormon Coulee Road, with the Rev. S. E. Birkner officiating. Burial was in the church cemetery. Contributed by Janet Koozer Transcribed by Diana Henry Diedrich

This is a Message Board Post. Reply to the message or author by clicking on the link below. *************************************************************************** MESSAGE: (#140176) Jane Ellen Brooks (Mrs. Abraham Evans) <http://iagenweb.org/boards/allamakee/obituaries/index.cgi?rev=140176> AUTHOR: Diana Henry Die DATE: 1/7/2007 at 13:13:31 Surnames: BROOKS,EVANS,RALSTON,FRINK,FISH,STAHL,BROWN The Late Mrs. Ella Evans Mrs. Ella Evans died Tuesday noon, May 21st, at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Herbert Frink in Jefferson township. She had been in failing health for sometime, but was up and about the house until that morning, when she became ill with pneumonia, which was the cause of her death. Jane Ellen Brooks, daughter of Joseph and Sarah Brooks, was born September 23, 1863, and died May 25, 1943, at the age of 79 years, eight months, and two days. On December 25, 1884, she was united in marriage with Abraham Evans. He passed away April 18, 1933. To this union eight children were born: Jannie, Roy, Arthur, and Mrs. James Fish who preceded her in death. Those left to mourn are William V. Evans of Waterloo: John C. Evans of La Crosse, Wis.; Mrs. Earl Ralston and Mrs. Herbert Frink, both of near Rossville, and a grandson, Robert Fish, with whom she made her home for several years; twelve grandchildren and five great grandchildren; one sister, Mrs. George Stahl of Rossville, two brothers, John M. Brooks and Gaddis, both of Postville. A half sister, Mrs. Elizabeth Brown, of Youngstown, Pa., passed away last week at the age of 96. She was a member of the United Brethern church at the Forest Mills. She was a kind wife, mother, sister and friend and will be sadly missed by all who knew her. Funeral services were held Friday afternoon at two o’clock at the Rossville Presbyterian church conducted by Rev. A. H. Grossheim. Burial was in the Smithfield cemetery. The pallbearers were Ray and Dewey Rush, Jess Fish, Henry Thornton, Chet Barr and Alfred Bergh. Contributed by Janet Koozer Transcribed by Diana Henry Diedrich

This is a Message Board Post. Reply to the message or author by clicking on the link below. *************************************************************************** MESSAGE: (#140174) Maude May Evans (Mrs. James Fish) <http://iagenweb.org/boards/allamakee/obituaries/index.cgi?rev=140174> AUTHOR: Diana Henry Die DATE: 1/7/2007 at 13:08:55 Surnames: EVANS,FISH Obituary – Mrs. James Fish Maude May Evans was born in Franklin township Allamakee county, Iowa, May 4, 1888 and passed away from this life to the great beyond on April 18, 1926 at the age of 37 years 11 months and 16 days. On December 24, 1906 she was united in marriage with James Fish which union was blessed with three children. Benjaman proceeding her in death at the age of a few days, Robert Vinton age 15 years and Mildred Jane age 10 years. Beside the two children and bereaved husband she leaves to mourn her sudden departure, her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Abe Evans, three brothers and two sisters, Wm. Evans of Oelwein, Iowa, Mrs. Carl Ralston of Waukon, Iowa, Carl of Kenosha, Wis, Arthur and Addie at home. One sister age 14 years and one brother aged 11 months who proceeded her in death. In 1913 she united with the U.B. Church at Forest Mills and remained steadfast in the Christian faith until called to her final reward. Maude will be long remembered by all who knew her, as a good neighbor, a true friend a faithful and affectionate wife and mother. The funeral services were held at Presbyterian church Rossville, Rev. Van Nice officiating and burial at Smithfield cemetery, Wednesday, April 21. Card of Thanks In life there are many tests of friendship, the supreme test coming in great times of need. We desire to express our grateful appreciation of the kindly deeds and words that came to us in our great affliction, and to say to each one God bless you. James Fish and Children. A. Evans and Family Donated by Janet Koozer Transcribed by Diana Henry Diedrich

This is a Message Board Post. Reply to the message or author by clicking on the link below. *************************************************************************** MESSAGE: (#140170) Charles Gordon Brainard <http://iagenweb.org/boards/allamakee/obituaries/index.cgi?rev=140170> AUTHOR: Diana Henry Die DATE: 1/7/2007 at 13:01:02 Surnames: BRAINARD,EWING,TOMLINSON,NIENHAUS,WARNER,BOWERS Charles Gordon Brainard, son of Amos and Cora (Ewing) Brainard was born November 25, 1917 on a farm in Franklin Township, Allamakee County, Iowa. He passed away at Postville, Iowa on December 18, 1978 at the age of 61 years. He spent his early life in Allamakee County and attended the “Red School” near Volney. On December 5, 1942 he was married to Margaret Tomlinson at the Little Brown Church near Nashua, Iowa. To this union eight children were born. Charles served in the Army spending eight months at the European front. The couple farmed near “Evergreen” between Waukon and Postville. He lived recently in Postville where he spent his retired life traveling and several winters in Texas. He was preceded in death by his parents and one son Gordon. Charles is survived by his wife, five sons: George, of Cody, Wyoming, Harvey, Las Vegas, Nevada, Clinton and Neal, both of Postville, Earl, Garnavillo; two daughters: Marion (Mrs. Garvin Nienhaus), Forest City, Iowa, Jeanann (Mrs. Glen Warner), Rochester, Minnesota; eight grandchildren; four brothers: Forest of Postville, Clarence (Sr.), Milo, and Adelbert, all of Postville; and three sisters: Irene Brainard and Alice Brainard of Luana, and Beulah (Mrs. Vincent Bowers) of Monona, Iowa Contributed by Janet Koozer Transcribed by Diana Henry Diedrich

This is a Message Board Post. Reply to the message or author by clicking on the link below. *************************************************************************** MESSAGE: (#140168) Mathilda Klampe (Mrs. A. K. Kehrberb) <http://iagenweb.org/boards/allamakee/obituaries/index.cgi?rev=140168> AUTHOR: Diana Henry Die DATE: 1/7/2007 at 12:55:31 Surnames: KLAMPE,KEHRBERG Dies Suddenly Mrs. A. K. Kehrberg was Resident of Stanton Township Since Girlhood Mrs. Mathilda Kehrberg, of Stanton township, died suddenly at her home Wednesday night, at the age of nearly 69 years, from heart failure. Her death came as a great shock to her children as she had been in apparent good health up to the day of her death. Mathilda Klampe was born in Germany, March 28, 1855, and when a child of five years came with relatives to the country. She lived in Minnesota for some years before coming to Plymouth county. In 1878 she was united in marriage with Albert K. Kehrberg, who was a homesteader in Stanton township, Mr. Kehrberg died, June 10, 1922. Mrs. Kehrberg leaves to mourn her death, four sons, Albert, Elmer, Ben, and Walter, and two daughters, Lilly and Amanda Kehrberg. Her eldest son, Edward, preceded her in death, and one child died in infancy. Mrs. Kehrberg was a devoted wife and mother, and a homemaker for her children, whose care was her chief thought. She was highly esteemed in the community where she spent nearly fifty years of her long and useful life. The funeral services will be held Sunday afternoon at 2:30 o’clock at the family home in Stanton township. 21 Mar 1924 Contributed by Janet Koozer Transcribed by Diana Henry Diedrich

This is a Message Board Post. Reply to the message or author by clicking on the link below. *************************************************************************** MESSAGE: (#140166) William V. Evans <http://iagenweb.org/boards/allamakee/obituaries/index.cgi?rev=140166> AUTHOR: Diana Henry Die DATE: 1/7/2007 at 12:51:16 Surnames: EVANS,BROOKS,BEEBE William V. Evans Services for William V. Evans, 79, of 949 Lowell St., who died Tuesday at Schoitz Memorial Hospital of cancer, will be at 1 p.m. Saturday at O’Keefe & Towne Funeral Home with the Rev. Richard Pfaltzgraff, pastor of the Calvary United Methodist Church, officiating. Burial will be at Honey Creek Cemetery near New Providence. Mr. Evans was born Jan. 18, 1891, in Allamakee County to Abraham and Jane Brooks Evans. He came to Waterloo 50 years ago and was employed by the John G. Miller Construction Co. for 35 years, retiring in 1957. He was married to Ethel Beebe Oct. 16, 1938, at Marshalltown. His wife is his only survivor. He was preceded in death by his parents, three brothers and four sisters. Contributed by Janet Koozer Transcribed by Diana Henry Diedrich

This is a Message Board Post. Reply to the message or author by clicking on the link below. *************************************************************************** MESSAGE: (#140163) Katherine E. Wendel (Mrs. John A. Sandry) <http://iagenweb.org/boards/allamakee/obituaries/index.cgi?rev=140163> AUTHOR: Diana Henry Die DATE: 1/7/2007 at 12:47:51 Surnames: WENDEL,SANDRY,KEGEL,BROWN,SASK,FREDERICK,TRAYER Another Pioneer Mother Passes Katherine Eliza Wendel was born at Dorchester, Allamakee county, on Nov. 21, 1857. She was a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jacob Wendel, among the earlier citizens of the county. The family lived on May’s Prairie for many years. Her marriage to John A. Sandry took place March 21, 1882, on Mays Prairie. The family lived for many years on what is know as the Haynes farm, north of Gruber ridge. They removed to Lansing about eight years ago. After a lingering illness Mrs. Sandry passed away on Thursday afternoon last, 15th inst. Her age was 64 years. Every care and attention was given her, and so far as possible her every wish was gratified. She was a dutiful, kind, loving wife and mother, a friend to those in distress and was ever mindful of the interests of others. Such was the everyday life of deceased, and her passing is greatly mourned as testified by the large attendance at her funeral on Saturday at 1:00 o’clock, p.m., from the Federated church, Rev. Arnold Keel, assisted by Revs. Krebs and Kohler, in charge. Brief services were also conducted in the home. The following relatives are left to mourn her passing: Mrs. Clara Brown and Walter E. Sask., Canada, Arthur W., Waterville; Elmer J. and Mrs. Clifford Sadler, Lansing. Also two sisters, Mrs. Emelia Frederick, Detroit, Minn.; Mrs. Mathilda Trayer, Lansing, and three brothers, Louis, Nora Springs, Iowa; George, Mason City; John J., Lansing, and twelve grandchildren. Contributed by Janet Koozer Transcribed by Diana Henry Diedrich

This is a Message Board Post. Reply to the message or author by clicking on the link below. *************************************************************************** MESSAGE: (#140157) Mildred J. Decker <http://iagenweb.org/boards/allamakee/obituaries/index.cgi?rev=140157> AUTHOR: Diana Henry Die DATE: 1/7/2007 at 12:37:25 Surnames: DECKER,FISH,EVANS,WINTERS Mildred J. Decker Funeral services for Mildred J. Decker, 72, of Waukon were held Monday, February 8, 1:30 p.m. at Rossville Presbyterian Church. Rev. James Jacobson officiated. Martins Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Burial was in the Rossville Cemetery. She was born September 26, 1915 is Allamakee County, Iowa. Her parents were James Fish and Maude Evans Fish. She died February 5, 1988 at Veterans Memorial Hospital, Waukon. February 16, 1932 she married Harold J. Decker at Waukon. The couple had 3 children. She was a lifetime area resident and worked 18 years at Iowa Turkey Products in Postville. She received her education in rural Allamakee County schools. Preceding her in death were her husband Harold, who died November 10, 1959 and a brother Benjamin who died in infancy. She is survived by a daughter, Evelyn (Mrs. Wesley Winters), Monona; 2 sons, Robert, Waukon and Gary, Lawler; 13 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren and a brother, Robert V. Fish, Waukon. Pallbearers were Wayne Fish, Delbert Fish, Earl Fish, Dean Decker, George Decker and Dayton Fish. Contributed by Janet Koozer Transcribed by Diana Henry Diedrich

This is a Message Board Post. Reply to the message or author by clicking on the link below. *************************************************************************** MESSAGE: (#140054) John Edward Randall 1836-1910 <http://iagenweb.org/boards/allamakee/obituaries/index.cgi?rev=140054> AUTHOR: Don Olson DATE: 1/6/2007 at 22:59:22 Surnames: RANDALL John E Randall's obituary from the 16 Sep 1910 edition of the St. Cloud Daily Times Newpaper (St Cloud, Stearns County, Minnesota) John E. Randall one of the old settlers of the town of Fairhaven died Thursday noon, at the age of seventy-four years. He served all through the civil war as a private in Company A of the twenty-seventh Regiment of Iowa Volunteer Infantry, and up to his death was receiving a pension of twenty-four dollars a month. His wife died about two years ago Burial was at the Pramens cemetery, near Fairhaven Township, Stearns County, Minnesota. Added: John E & Caroline (Wagoner) Randall and their family were residents of Allamakee County Iowa from 1860 to about 1890, when they moved to Fairhaven Township, Stearns County Minnesota. He and his wife had 12 children, 9 of which were born in Allamakee County, Iowa

This is a Message Board Post. Reply to the message or author by clicking on the link below. *************************************************************************** MESSAGE: (#140052) Martin G. Wood 1835-1905 <http://iagenweb.org/boards/allamakee/obituaries/index.cgi?rev=140052> AUTHOR: Janet Koozer DATE: 1/6/2007 at 22:49:03 Surnames: WOOD,STALL,SMITH,COLLINS,MILLER M.G. Wood Following a third stroke of paralysis suffered Friday of last week, M.G. Wood of this city, passed away at the home of his daughter, Mrs. D. W. Smith, of Frankville, on the Wednesday following. Mr Wood has been in extremely poor health ever since his first attack, the last few months being especially trying ones, so that death came as a sweet release to his worn body and mind. Martin G. Wood was born in Sodus, Wayne county, N.Y., June 5, 1835. Twenty-two years later he was married to Miss Elizabeth Stall. To them were born three daughters, two of whom died in infancy, the third, Mrs. D.W.Smith, surviving him. In 1862, Mr. Wood enlisted in Co.D, 160th N.Y. Infantry, his army service consisting principally in skirmishing in the southwest, Louisiana and Texas. He was discharged in 1863 and the same year he came to Allamakee county where he has since made his home with the exception of a few years spent in Mississippi. Beside the wife and daughter, Mr. Wood leaves to mourn his loss, two sisters, Mrs. E.A. Collins of Hubbell, Neb., and Mrs. C. L. Miller of Pipestone, Minn., and a brother , B.M. Wood, residing in Nebraska. For over fifty years, Mr. Wood was a member of the Methodist church and on Friday, his pastor, Rev. Robbins, conducted funeral services at his residence in South Waukon, his body being layed to rest in Oakland.

This is a Message Board Post. Reply to the message or author by clicking on the link below. *************************************************************************** MESSAGE: (#140045) Charles M. Stahl / Stall 1878-1923 <http://iagenweb.org/boards/allamakee/obituaries/index.cgi?rev=140045> AUTHOR: Janet Koozer DATE: 1/6/2007 at 21:56:04 Surnames: STAHL,SPRINGER,WERHAN,BROOKS,BOLLMAN,PALMER,BEALL Chas. M. Stahl Passes Away The following obituary was published in the Escalon (Cal.) Tribune of Jan. 26, 1923: Charles Myron Stahl was born in Allamakee County Iowa October 6, 1878 and died near Ripon California January 15, 1923 at the age of 44 yrs. The first twenty-three years of his life were spent near the place of his birth. In 1901 he went to South Dakota, remaining there five years, near and at Chamberlain. He moved to Oregon in the spring of 1906, settling in Benton County where he formed a business partnership with an old friend. Since the business did not require all of his time, he decided to teach school. It was while teaching that he met Evadna Springer who was also a teacher. They were married September 10, 1910, making their home in Philomath Oregon. It was here that the two older children, Francis Clair and Myron Greek were born. In May 1915 he with his family, came to California, having purchased the farm known as the Kincaid place. In 1919, the youngest son, Charles Arden was born. It was early in that year that Mr. Stahl was affected with an attack of malarial fever, from which he never fully recovered, and on January 15, after several months of serious illness, he peacefully fell asleep, leaving all earthly cares and sorrows behind him. Surviving him are a wife, three sons, a mother, and five sisters; his father and three brothers having preceded him. The funeral service was held on Friday, January 19, at the Congregational Church in Ripon. Music was furnished by a mixed quartet which sang: "Some Day", "Shall We Meet Beyond the River", and "Jesus Lover of My Soul". Rev. C. G. Zierk, pastor of the Escalon Methodist Church officiated. Interment was at Parkwiew Cemetery. Waukon Republican Standard Wed. Feb. 21, 1923

This is a Message Board Post. Reply to the message or author by clicking on the link below. *************************************************************************** MESSAGE: (#140041) Frank E. Stall 1873-1910 <http://iagenweb.org/boards/allamakee/obituaries/index.cgi?rev=140041> AUTHOR: Janet Koozer DATE: 1/6/2007 at 21:21:47 Surnames: STALL,WERHAN,BROOKS,PALMER,BOLLMAN,BEALL Frank E. Stall, son of Mr. and Mrs. Myron E. Stall was born in Ludlow township, Allamakee county, Iowa, on December 8, 1873 and died at the home of his sister Mrs. T. J. Werhan of this city, Tuesday, March 22, 1910. He was thirty-six years and three months old. Early in life he was converted and remained an earnest Christian all his life. He was educated at the Upper Iowa University at Fayette, and the Dakota Wesleyan University at Mitchell, supporting himself by teaching school at Beaman, Iowa, and other places. He was ordained minister on October 12, 1907, and preached on three different charges, at Kennebec before being ordained, and at Ethan, Bard and Riverside, all in South Dakota. During these years he was very active in temperance work, also helped to build a church at Vivien, Lyman County, S. D. In December 1908 his health failed, and in February he went to New Mexico, but failed to find relief and in March returned to his mother and sister in Waukon, where he was tenderly cared for till death. He leaves to mourn his loss, his mother, a brother and five sisters, an aged aunt and other relatives. Card of Thanks The relatives and friends desire to express their heartfelt thanks for the acts of kindness and sympathy so freely bestowed.

This is a Message Board Post. Reply to the message or author by clicking on the link below. *************************************************************************** MESSAGE: (#140037) Mrs. Myron Stall 1843-1932 <http://iagenweb.org/boards/allamakee/obituaries/index.cgi?rev=140037> AUTHOR: Janet Koozer DATE: 1/6/2007 at 20:59:07 Surnames: JUILLERET,STALL,WERHAN,BROOKS,BOLLMAN,PALMER,BEALL Mrs. Myron Stall Dies at Age of 88 Years The death of Mrs. Myron E. Stall occurred last Wednesday at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Wm. Beall of Jefferson township, following a few days illness from the effects of a paralytic stroke. Mary Adeline Juilleret was born October 17, 1843, in the vicinity of Rusie, Canton of Manberge in northern France. At the age of four years she came with her parents and their family of children to this country. For five years they resided in New York City then went to Detroit, Mich., where she grew to womanhood and was wedded on October 21, 1865, to Myron Stall. They began their married life near Cheboygan, which had since been her home. Nine children were born to this union, five of whom preceded her in death. Two sons, Clarence and Willis, died in infancy; Frank in 1910; Charles in 1923, and a daughter, Mrs. T. J.Werhan in 1929. Mr. Stall passed away in 1907. Four daughters survive to mourn the loss of a dear mother,namely: Mrs. John Brooks of Postville; Mrs.T. P.Bollman Basin, Wyoming Mrs.John Palmer, Waukon, and Mrs.Beall of Jefferson township who has been her mother's constant companion since the death of Mr. Stall.Besides the above there are also 18 grandchildren, 12 great grandchildren and other relatives and friends who will ever cherish the memory of Grandma Stall. Deceased had been member of the Methodist church since girlhood and was a regular attendant as long as health and strength permitted. funeral services were held at the Methodist church Friday afternoon, conducted by Rev. Clements. Burial was in the family lot in Evergreen cemetery in Jefferson. The pall bearers were: Allen E. Brooks, Kenneth Brooks, Sidney Stall, Richard Stall, John D. Ralston and Lawrence Dresser.

This is a Message Board Post. Reply to the message or author by clicking on the link below. *************************************************************************** MESSAGE: (#140018) Elizabeth Stall 1829-1910 <http://iagenweb.org/boards/allamakee/obituaries/index.cgi?rev=140018> AUTHOR: Janet Koozer DATE: 1/6/2007 at 18:17:29 Surnames: PROSEUS,STALL,WOOD,SMITH Elizabeth Stall was born in Columbia County, New York, where she grew to womanhood. She was married August 11, 1857 to Martin B. Wood. To this union were born three daughters, two of whom died in infancy. In 1864 they moved to Allamakee, county, Iowa, where they have since resided with the exception of eight years residence in the state of Mississippi. Since the death of her husband in June, 1905, she has made her home with her daughter Mrs. D.W. Smith of Frankville, Iowa; where she passed away April 20, 1910. Early in life she joined the M.E. church of which she has remained a faithful and consistent member. Although an invalid for a number of years she has borne her suffering uncomplainingly, and by her gentle and loving disposition has endeared herself to all. She leaves a daughter, Mrs. D.W. Smith of Frankville, four grandchildren and other relatives and friends to mourn her departure.

This is a Message Board Post. Reply to the message or author by clicking on the link below. *************************************************************************** MESSAGE: (#140010) Gustave Herman Welper 1878 - 1962 <http://iagenweb.org/boards/allamakee/obituaries/index.cgi?rev=140010> AUTHOR: Errin Wilker DATE: 1/6/2007 at 15:16:18 Surnames: WELPER,HAGEN,SIRES,HUDACHKO The funeral of Gustave H. Welper of New Albin was held Monday from Potter-Haugen funeral home at Caledonia, Minn., with the Rev. M.E. DeBuhr officiating. Burial was in the New Albin cemetery. Pallbearers were Armin Luttchens, G.I. Beeler, Leon May, Henry Brunheim, Lawrence Carroll and Raymond Sires. A retired New Albin business man, Mr. Welper died last Friday (June 15, 1962) in the Green Lea Manor rest home at Mabel, Minn. He was born in Union City township April 13, 1878, son of Henry and Ellen (Hagen) Welper, and was married October 28, 1909 to Alvina Welper. She preceded him in death July 1, 1942. The children are Harold Welper of La Crosse, Wis., Mrs. Alvin (Lillian) Sires of New Albin, and Mrs. John (Edna) Hudachko. There are four grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Mr. Welper was a longtime member of the Modern Woodmen of America, and had served as clerk for the organization. Source: The Waukon Democrat ~ 21 June 1962

This is a Message Board Post. Reply to the message or author by clicking on the link below. *************************************************************************** MESSAGE: (#140009) Anna Marie (O'Donnell) Caughlin 1852 - 1911 <http://iagenweb.org/boards/allamakee/obituaries/index.cgi?rev=140009> AUTHOR: Errin Wilker DATE: 1/6/2007 at 15:02:33 Surnames: CAUGHLIN,HIGGINS,MACK,FISH,ODONNELL Mrs. Marie Caughlin was born in Ohio fifty-eight years ago (1852), and moved to this country with her parents when a child. She was married on April 18, 1870, to Maurice Caughlin, who preceded her in death twelve years ago. They settled on a farm in Lansing township, which was her home until about a year ago. Frequent attacks of heart trouble made it necessary for her to make her home with her daughter, Mrs. D. Higgins, where she died on January 12, 1911. Two daughters, Mrs. Dan Mack and Mrs. D. Higgins, and a son William, survive her. Also a sister, Mrs. N. Fish, and a brother, Richard O'Donnell. Source: The Waukon Democrat ~ 25 January 1911

This is a Message Board Post. Reply to the message or author by clicking on the link below. *************************************************************************** MESSAGE: (#140008) Herman Heinrich "Henry" Welper 1843 - 1911 <http://iagenweb.org/boards/allamakee/obituaries/index.cgi?rev=140008> AUTHOR: Errin Wilker DATE: 1/6/2007 at 14:53:16 Surnames: WELPER,HAGEN Herman Heinrich Welper was born on February 22, 1843, in Settrup, Hanover, Germany. In 1870 he emigrated to this country and was married in 1871 to Anna Adelheit Hagen. The family lived on a farm in Union City township until 1902, and then moved to New Albin, owing to the poor health of the deceased. For some time he had been troubled with nervousness, which got worse as the years wore on. Two weeks ago his affliction took on a serious turn, and in spite of medical assistance and devoted care on the part of his family, he departed this life on January 15, 1911. Source: The Waukon Democrat ~ 25 January 1911

This is a Message Board Post. Reply to the message or author by clicking on the link below. *************************************************************************** MESSAGE: (#140007) George W. Koehler 1852 - 1916 <http://iagenweb.org/boards/allamakee/obituaries/index.cgi?rev=140007> AUTHOR: Errin Wilker DATE: 1/6/2007 at 14:41:33 Surnames: KOEHLER,SIMON,ROGGENSACK Suprise and regret will be felt by our readers to learn that George Koehler died Wednesday (29 Mar 1916) at the hospital in Rochester, Minn. Older residents will remember him well. His mother and he ran a small store for years in the building now occupied by the Princess Theatre, one door west of the State Bank. His father was a doctor and died following the big fire about 1887. George was married here to a daughter of Matt Simon, and she, along with two daughters, survive. She is a sister of Mrs. E.J. Roggensack of this place. The body was brought here for interment. Mr. Koehler's age was about 62 years. Source: The Waukon Democrat ~ 3 April 1916

This is a Message Board Post. Reply to the message or author by clicking on the link below. *************************************************************************** MESSAGE: (#140005) Anna Adelheit (Hagen) Welper 1837 - 1916 <http://iagenweb.org/boards/allamakee/obituaries/index.cgi?rev=140005> AUTHOR: Errin Wilker DATE: 1/6/2007 at 14:33:17 Surnames: HAGEN,WELPER Anna Adelheit Hagen was born on November 11, 1837, at Schale, Germany. In 1870 she came to America and in 1871 was joined in marraige to H.H. (Heinrich Herman "Henry") Welper. This union was blessed with three children, two of whom and the father preceded her to the beyond. The family resided on a farm in Union City township until 1902, when they moved to New Albin. Mrs. Welper was always in good health until March 5 of this year, when she suffered a paralytic stroke. She passed away on March 22, 1916. Source: The Waukon Democrat ~ 3 April 1916

This is a Message Board Post. Reply to the message or author by clicking on the link below. *************************************************************************** MESSAGE: (#140004) Lillian May (Bellows) Sires 1883 - 1945 <http://iagenweb.org/boards/allamakee/obituaries/index.cgi?rev=140004> AUTHOR: Errin Wilker DATE: 1/6/2007 at 13:49:02 Surnames: POOLE,BELLOWS,SIRES,CHENE,GANTENBEIN,FRUECHTE,COLLINS,MILLS,PORTER Lillian May, daughter of Charles Henry and Hannah Maria (Poole) Bellows, was born at New Albin, Iowa, March 31, 1883, and passed away from this life March 15, 1945, at the age of 61 years, 11 months and 14 days. She was united in marriage December 25, 1940 to James Grant Sires of New Albin. Lillian attended the local public schools and was for awhile a student at Epworth Seminary. For several years she took up practical nursing in this community and served acceptably in many a sick room. She was employed as a clerk in the local drug store for a period of nine years. When her mother became ill and required constant care, Lillian took up this mission of service and nursed her mother through a period of fifteen years. This labor of love and devotion was outstanding in nursing and care, so recognized by all who knew her intimately. I addition to these exacting labors, she was active in Methodist church circles, and as a member she was devoted, and was faithful to her Christian beliefs, and trusted her Lord faithfully. She will be greatly missed from among a large circle of friends, acquaintances and relatives. She was greatly devoted to her immediate family and especially to her nieces and nephews. Toward the last, she expressed a wish that she might go to her Heavenly home. She was preceded in death by her father, who died March 31, 1920, and by her mother, who passed away April 18, 1941. Surviving are her husband, three brothers, Charles Porter of New Albin, Warren Chene of Milwaukee, Wis., and Edward L. of Montrose, Ia.; two sisters, Mrs. Angie Gantenbein of Duluth, Minn., and Mrs. Paul J. Fruechte of Preston, Minn.; seven nephews, Verne, Lawrence, Charles E. Bellows, Milton Gantenbein, Paul Jr., John H. and Mark Fruechte; five nieces, Mrs. Margaret Collins, Mrs. Beryl Mills, Marvel Irene Fruechte, and Myra and Eva Bellows; four grand-nephews and two grand-nieces. Funeral services were held at the Methodist church Sunday at 2 p.m. conducted by Reverend DeWitt Clinton, and interment was made in the New Albin cemetery. Casket bearers were Miles Tippery, Leslie Reiser, Leon and Ronald May, Howard Steele and Frank Weymiller, Jr. Out of town relatives and friends who attended the funeral services were: Rev. and Mrs. Edward Bellows of Montrose, Ia.; Mrs. Paul Fruechte of Preston, Minn. and daughter, Miss Marvel Fruechte of Long Beach, Calif.; Mr. and Mrs. Roy Sires of Sumner, Ia.; Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Middendorf of Caledonia, Minn.; and Forrest Sires of Tulare, S.D. CARD OF THANKS We wish to express our heartfelt thanks to our friends, relatives and neighbors for their kind assistance and expressions extended us during our recent bereavement, the illness and death of our beloved wife and sister, Mrs. James Sires. We also gratefully acknowledge the many beautiful floral offerings in her memory and thank the people who so generously donated and offered their cars for the funeral. Mr. James Sires The Bellows Children