Decatur County Journal Leon, Iowa Thursday, May 11, 1911 NORRIS FEAR BOYD, only son of C.A. BOYD and wife, was born October 26, 1898 and departed this life April 23, 1911, being 12 years, 5 months and 27 days old. He was sick but one week and his death came as a shock and sadness to all. NORRIS had recently started to school in Grand River where his sunny disposition made him a favorite with his classmates. He was a good obedient boy with general good habits and had many friends. He is survived by his father, mother and two sisters who have the sympathy of the entire community. The funeral services were held at the home Tuesday afternoon and were largely attended. The services were under the direction of Rev. B.F. Miller, of Jefferson, Iowa, who read the scriptures and delivered the discourse. He was assisted by Rev. Charles Knoll, of Grand River. Interment was made in the Oak Hill Cemetery. ------------------------------------------------------- Copied by Nancee(McMurtrey)Seifert December 4, 2009 [email protected]