Hi Connie, do you have an address for the Heritage center? Thanks, Dave

I'm looking for someone who can either identify which newspaper I should use, or who could be hired to lookup 2 obituaries for me. Here are the specifics: George King, died 11 Oct 1874 in Port Louisa Township. Catherine King, died 12 Jan 1881 in Port Louisa Township. Thanks in advance, Geoff Rasmussen

This is a Message Board Post. Reply to the message or author by clicking on the link below. *************************************************************************** MESSAGE: (#193299) Daniel Hill <http://iagenweb.org/boards/louisa/obituaries/index.cgi?rev=193299> AUTHOR: volunteer DATE: 5/22/2008 at 22:10:40 Surnames: HILL,HUGHES,LONG,ROBINSON,FITZGERALD Source: Columbus Gazette, Wednesday, Feb. 15, 1905 Daniel Hill was born in Salem, New Jersey, February 7, 1819, died at his home in Orono Township, Muscatine County, Iowa, February 5, 1905, lacking two days of being 86 years old. He moved with his parents when 10 months old to Ohio, was married to Eliza Hughes October 13, 1843. To this union one child was born. In 1845 he was married to Matilda Hughes. To this union were born four children. Was married in 1857, to Sarah A. Long. These three wives preceded him to the Spirit Land many years ago. Was married to Mary Robinson, December 18, 1861. To this union were born three children. Came to Iowa in 1859, settling in Louisa County, which has been his home ever since, except a few years, and the last two years in Muscatine county. Funeral service held in the Christian chapel conducted by Rev. Crow, of Lone Tree, after which the remains were borne to the Swank cemetery and placed in the ground to await the resurrection morn, and his spirit has gone to the God who gave it. He leaves to mourn his loss a faithful wife, three sons and three daughters; also one brother, A. C. Hill of Clay Center, Kansas and one sister, Sarah Fitzgerald, of Center Point, Iowa. Mr. Hill fell some seven years ago, fracturing his hip so that he could not walk since. All this time he was a silent sufferer, never being free from pain, but never known to murmur or complain. In his death the widow has lost a faithful husband; the children a loving father, and the community an honest and upright citizen. The sympathies of the neighbors and friends are extended to them in their sad affection.

This is a Message Board Post. Reply to the message or author by clicking on the link below. *************************************************************************** MESSAGE: (#193298) Daniel Hill <http://iagenweb.org/boards/louisa/obituaries/index.cgi?rev=193298> AUTHOR: volunteer DATE: 5/22/2008 at 22:07:09 Surnames: HILL Source: Columbus Gazette, Wednesday, Feb. 8, 1905, Page 6 Daniel Hill passed away at his home Sunday evening and the funeral was held from the chapel and interment in Swank cemetery, Tuesday. p. 7. As the evening shadows gathered in the quiet of the dying Sabbath, February 5, 1905, the spirit of Mr. Daniel Hill took its departure to the great beyond. He had been an invalid for about a decade, and was tenderly cared for by his companion and son, Francis, assisted by other members of the family. The funeral will take place from the Christian Chapel on Tuesday, the 7th, with interment in the Swank cemetery. His funeral will occur in the 88th anniversary of his birth. To all the bereaved ones we offer sincere sympathy.

This is a Message Board Post. Reply to the message or author by clicking on the link below. *************************************************************************** MESSAGE: (#193295) Samuel Hill <http://iagenweb.org/boards/louisa/obituaries/index.cgi?rev=193295> AUTHOR: volunteer DATE: 5/22/2008 at 22:01:21 Surnames: HILL,GRAY,HARSH,SOLOMAN Source: Columbus Gazette, Friday, April 17, 1891 Samuel Hill, an old citizen and an early settler died at his home in Oakland township, Tuesday morning, this week, after a sickness of only two days. His age was about 70 years. He leaves his second wife, one son and three daughters to mourn his loss. The son, Frances, lives near Lone Tree; one daughter, Mrs. Lizzie Gray, resides in Nebraska; the others, Mrs. Isaac Harsh and Mrs. Martha Soloman, live in Oakland township. Mr. Hill was a member of the Christian (Campbellite) church.

This is a Message Board Post. Reply to the message or author by clicking on the link below. *************************************************************************** MESSAGE: (#193294) Elizabeth Hill 1844-1925 <http://iagenweb.org/boards/louisa/obituaries/index.cgi?rev=193294> AUTHOR: volunteer DATE: 5/22/2008 at 21:59:24 Surnames: HILL,CRIST Source: Columbus Gazette, Thursday, Nov. 26, 1925 Mrs. Elizabeth Hill, aged 81 years, who resided the most of her life in Oakland township, passed away Monday at the home of her son, John Hill, in Muscatine, where she had lived the last four years. She was born in Ohio, August 21, 1844, and came to Louisa County when a small girl. She was married to Israel W. Hill in 1845. He preceded her in death 22 years ago. Six children survive: Mrs. Addie Crist of Center Point, Herbert of Conesville, Samuel of Cedar Rapids, Robert, of Portland, Oregon, Jesse of North Liberty and John of Muscatine.

This is a Message Board Post. Reply to the message or author by clicking on the link below. *************************************************************************** MESSAGE: (#193293) William Wall 1830-1903 <http://iagenweb.org/boards/louisa/obituaries/index.cgi?rev=193293> AUTHOR: volunteer DATE: 5/22/2008 at 21:57:18 Surnames: WALL,LAWRENCE,HILL Source: Columbus Gazette, Wednesday, July 22, 1903 William Wall was born in Devonshire, England, in the year 1830; he died at his home in Oakland township, Saturday, July 17, 1903,in the seventy-second year of his age. He came to America at the age of sixteen, living in Ohio the first two years thereafter, but then coming to Iowa and settling in Oakland township which he ever afterwards made his home. In 1858 he was married to Elizabeth Lawrence. To this union five sons were born, all of whom are living. The wife died in 1869. In 1871 he was again married, his second wife being Elizabeth Hill. The two daughters born to them with their mother, survive their father. Interment at the Beauchamp Cemetery. He was in the second Iowa Cavalry in the Civil War.

This is a Message Board Post. Reply to the message or author by clicking on the link below. *************************************************************************** MESSAGE: (#193292) Callie Jehle 1883-1903 <http://iagenweb.org/boards/louisa/obituaries/index.cgi?rev=193292> AUTHOR: volunteer DATE: 5/22/2008 at 21:53:59 Surnames: HILL,JEHLE Source: Columbus Gazette, Thursday, April 30, 1903 Died, at the home of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Francis Hill, in Fremont township, Johnson county, Iowa, Mrs. Callie Jehle, of that dread disease consumption. She was born May 12, 1883 and died Sunday morning April 26, 1903. She was 19 years, 11 months and 16 days old. .. . Interment in the Swank cemetery. The pallbearers were Sylvester Ryne, Eldora Ryne, Bert Hill, Earl Hill and two Jehle brothers .. .. . She was united in marriage to Michael Jehle, September, 1901. Of this union was born one child, a sweet little girl. She leaves a husband, father, mother, three brothers and a large circle of friends to mourn her.

This is a Message Board Post. Reply to the message or author by clicking on the link below. *************************************************************************** MESSAGE: (#193291) Israel W. Hill 1835-1903 <http://iagenweb.org/boards/louisa/obituaries/index.cgi?rev=193291> AUTHOR: volunteer DATE: 5/22/2008 at 21:51:39 Surnames: HILL,BRADLEY Source: Columbus Gazette, April 23, 1903, Page 4 Israel W. Hill was born in Ohio, May 15, 1835, died April 17, 1903, aged 67 years, 11 months and 4 days; came with his parents to Iowa in 1852, lived in Iowa ever since except a short time in Kansas; was married to Elizabeth Bradley in 1865; was eighth in a family of ten children. He leaves a wife, five sons and three daughters, two brothers and one sister. In his death the family loses a loving husband and kind father and the community an honest, upright citizen. Funeral at the house Sunday at 2 o'clock p. m. conducted by Rev. Baumgartle. Interment in the Conesville cemetery. The pallbearers were Hiram Garrard, G. W. McKee, David McCullough, Nils Longquist, J. C. Wolford, and Henry Chriss. The sympathy of the community is extended to the family in their affliction.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: MeierCampbell12 Surnames: Murphy, Padley, McFadden, Meier, Murry Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.iowa.counties.louisa/715.1.1.1.1.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Hello JulieDelio, In researching my family lines, I believe we have common ancestors. I believe the link is through Lawrence J. Murphy (1901-1982). I saw that he is listed in your family tree. Lawrence Jeremiah Murphy is the son of Jeremiah J. Murphy and Catherine Carroll... and the brother to my grandfather (Daniel Anthony Murphy b. 21 July 1908). I believe I am fairly certain that this connection is correct. I am hoping that you are able to receive this message, and that you would be willing to email me at [email protected] My family and I are working on tracking down documents and information about this whole Murphy family. I would love the chance to compare notes on family history if you are willing. Thanks so much! Sincerely, Chris Meier (son of Alfred Meier & Kathleen Murphy) (grandson of Daniel A Murphy & Mary Rose McFadden) (Great grandson of Jeremiah J. Murphy & Catherine Carroll) Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

Hi! I'm curious if anyone out there knows about a man named Dale L. Schneider. I never met the man but he was a cousin of mine. He was the son of Harry Ellwood Schneider and Mollie G. (Unknown). (This is the line of Schneiders that starts with Louis Sr., then Louis Jr., then Henry, then my gr grandfather Ralph, brother of Harry.) By way of the census, I find a birthdate of March, 1909. I have found a Dale L. Schneider in the social security death index, but the birthdate doesn't match. Any help would be appreciated! Robert Schneider

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: finewritesub Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.iowa.counties.louisa/988.1.2.1.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Hi Dale - I managed to find her telephone number online! So, I called her today ... so nice to catch up. Am sending her a card. I adore her ... she was like a mother to me while I was stationed overseas. Many thanks for the reply. Debra Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: atcshell1 Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.iowa.counties.louisa/988.1.2.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Hi this is my grandma if you email me I will give you her phone number. [email protected] Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: finewritesub Surnames: Debbie Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.iowa.counties.louisa/988.1.2/mb.ashx Message Board Post: I'm trying to locate Zelpha "Mickie" Leverone. I was stationed in Germany with her during my time in the air force, and she was like a mother to me while I was there. I've lost touch with her, and would like to say hello. My name is Debra (she knew me as Debbie). I'm now a lawyer in California. Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post. Reply to the message or author by clicking on the link below. *************************************************************************** MESSAGE: (#192013) LITTLER - Marilyn Mae (1938 - 2008) <http://iagenweb.org/boards/louisa/obituaries/index.cgi?rev=192013> AUTHOR: Mary E Boyer DATE: 5/8/2008 at 06:29:24 Surnames: LITTLER - DAVIS - BOUSCH - OSWALD - BARRY - EWALT - NEESE - VUKSINICK Billings Gazette Billings - Yellowstone County - Montana 12 March 2008 Marilyn Mae DAVIS-LITTLER Marilyn Mae DAVIS-LITTLER, daughter, sister, wife, mother, grandmother and friend, is home with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Born in an Iowa farmhouse near Wapello in June of 1938 to Marshall and Loraine DAVIS, she is survived by her father and three sisters: Claudette (husband Ron) BOUSCH, Linda OSWALD and Charla BARRY, all in the Denver area. She married Albert Fred LITTLER in September of 1960. She is survived by her husband and their two sons, Mike (wife Helen), Jim (wife Angela) and her grandchildren Rachel, Jake, Rikki, and other grandchildren by marriage, Samantha and Nathon EWALT, Amy and Autum NEESE and Gehrhart and Louis VUKSINICK. Marilyn was always an active outdoors person who enjoyed music, her art and her "books." She was an avid reader and studier of the Bible. She knew "all scripture is given by inspiration of God" and that we are to "study to show theyself approved unto God a workman that needeth not to be ashamed rightly dividing the word of truth." She knew God's will for her family and friends that all would "be saved and come unto the knowledge of the truth." A loving and patient Saint that would always take time to listen and to help you hear the quiet word of the Lord. Now that she is "absent from the body," we rest in the wonderful fact that she is "present with the Lord." We have a void in our lives but we also have many fond memories of Marilyn that will help to fill that void in the years to come. Memorial services will be held at the Smith West Chapel, 304 34th St. West, on Friday, March 14, at 11 a.m. Interment will be at the Yellowstone Valley Memorial Park. A reception will follow for friends and family at the Smith West Chapel. Memorials may be made to Camp Mak-A-Dream, PO Box 1450, Missoula, MT 59806 or to the charity of your choice. Transcribed from origian Obituary by Mary E Boyer (of no relation)

This is a Message Board Post. Reply to the message or author by clicking on the link below. *************************************************************************** MESSAGE: (#191922) Jackson Bilbo 1928-2008 <http://iagenweb.org/boards/louisa/obituaries/index.cgi?rev=191922> AUTHOR: volunteer DATE: 5/7/2008 at 13:47:09 Surnames: JACKSON,WOODS,QUETA,REEVES,PHILLIPS,BARTA,SCHNELL,CAFFERY,RICHARDSON,HOLLEY,SMITH Bilbo Jackson, age 79, of Wapello, Iowa, died Friday morning, February 22, 2008, at the Great River Hospice House at West Burlington, Iowa. The son of Robert Stanley and Vera Reeves Jackson, he was born November 2, 1928 at Lamar County, Alabama. He married Ann Queta Woods on February 14, 1952 at Greenville, Mississippi. Bilbo graduated from high school in Vernon, Alabama and he served in the US Army during the Korean Conflict. He was a member of the International Operating Engineers Local 234 out of Des Moines, Iowa for 50 years as a heavy equipment operator. He enjoyed fishing, antique cars, gardening, and lawn mowing. Above all he loved his family, especially the grandchildren and great grandchildren. He is lovingly remembered by his wife, Ann; a son, Ronald & Pam Jackson of Wapello; two daughters, Sandy & Ron Phillips of Wapello and Regina & Scott Barta of Derby, Kansas; a son-in-law, Rich Schnell and family of Wapello; eight grandchildren, James Phillips, Raegan & Mike Caffery, Nick Jackson & Barb Richardson, Joshua & Christine Jackson, Cody Schnell, Casey Schnell, Jacob Barta, and Kaylie Barta; five great grandchildren; his mother, Vera Holley of Sulligent, Alabama; and his brother, Rick Holley of Moundville, Alabama. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Trudy Schnell; his father, Robert; his step-father, John Holley; a brother, Delano Jackson; and two sisters, Annie Grace Smith and Nell Jackson. The funeral ceremony for Bilbo Jackson will be held at 1:00 P.M. on Tuesday, February 26, 2008, at the Dudgeon-McCulley Funeral Home at Wapello, with Pastor Dan Doolin officiating. Burial will follow at the Wapello Cemetery. The casket bearers will be Nickolas Jackson, Joshua Jackson, Mike Caffery, Ron Phillips, Scott Barta, and Dean Brockway. Friends may call from 2:00 to 7:30 PM on Monday at the Dudgeon-McCulley Funeral Home where the family will meet friends from 6:00 to 7:30 PM. A Memorial Fund has been established for the benefit of Trees Forever, Great River Hospice, and the Wapello Rescue Unit. Source: Dudgeon-McCulley Funeral Home, Wapello

This is a Message Board Post. Reply to the message or author by clicking on the link below. *************************************************************************** MESSAGE: (#191917) Maurce Schmeiser 1919-2008 <http://iagenweb.org/boards/louisa/obituaries/index.cgi?rev=191917> AUTHOR: volunteer DATE: 5/7/2008 at 11:33:37 Surnames: SCHMEISER L. Maurice Schmeiser, age 88, of Wapello, Iowa, died Friday morning, February 15, 2008. The son of Emanuel and Christena Matilda Wehmeyer Schmeiser, he was born November 13, 1919 at Wapello. He married Maurine Jarvis on September 30, 1945 at Morning Sun, Iowa. Maurice graduated from Wapello High School in 1938. He attended Iowa State University. He was a farmer on the family farm near Wapello. He loved farming, traveling, and meeting people. He was a member of the United Methodist Church and the I.O.O.F. Lodge both of Wapello. He was a former member of the Kiwanis Club at Wapello. He had served on the Drainage Board for 25 or more years. He served on the Southeast Iowa Council Executive Board of Boy Scouts for many years having received the Silver Beaver Award. He is survived by his wife, Maurine; three sons, Bruce & Donna Schmeiser of West Lafayette, Indiana, Russ & Cyndie Schmeiser of Iowa City, and Craig & Nancy Schmeiser of Cedar Falls; six grandchildren; and one great granddaughter. He was preceded in death by his parents; four sisters, Agnes Berkey, Mabel Barnes, Mary Smith, and Josephine Walker; and his brother, Martin Schmeiser. The funeral ceremony for Maurice Schmeiser will be held at 10:30 A.M. on Monday, February 25, 2008,(newspapers & radios -- please note this date) at the United Methodist Church at Wapello, with Rev. Sue-Ellen Sherman officiating. Burial will follow at the Wapello Cemetery. Friends may call from noon to 5:00 PM on Sunday, February 24, at the Dudgeon-McCulley Funeral Home at Wapello. The family will meet friends from 9:30 to 10:30 AM on Monday before the funeral at the United Methodist Church. A Memorial Fund has been established for the benefit of the United Methodist Church and the Wapello Rescue Unit. Source: Dudgeon-McCulley Funeral Home at Wapello.

This is a Message Board Post. Reply to the message or author by clicking on the link below. *************************************************************************** MESSAGE: (#191915) Doris Elizabeth Shipman 1911-2007 <http://iagenweb.org/boards/louisa/obituaries/index.cgi?rev=191915> AUTHOR: volunteer DATE: 5/7/2008 at 11:29:33 Surnames: SHIPMAN,WYKERT,MOHLE,WHITAKER Doris Elizabeth Shipman, age 95, of Oakville, Iowa, died Monday afternoon, July 2, 2007, at her daughter's home, rural Burlington. The daughter of Fred and Mabel Wykert Mohlie, she was born July 16, 1911 at Bard, Iowa. She married Wesley C. Shipman on November 21, 1931 at Muscatine, Iowa. He preceded her in death on February 1, 1983. Doris attended a county school and then graduated from Wapello High School. She attended college at Ames for a year, studying home economics. She was a homemaker and enjoyed the family farm near Wapello and in 1936 moving to the farm near Oakville. She was an excellent seamstress and also was a great cook on the farm for the many helpers at times. She was a member of the United Methodist Church at Oakville and was a Charter Member of the WSCS which is now the UMW of the church. In her recent years because of macular degeneration, she listened to many books for the blind on tape. She is survived by her daughter Vernette & Richard Whitaker of Burlington; two sons, Wayne & Janet Lee Shipman of Oakville and Donn & Marylu Shipman of Blackwell, Oklahoma; nine grandchildren; seventeen great grandchildren; five step-great grandchildren; and two nieces. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Wes; a son, Lester; and a brother, Raymond. The funeral ceremony for Doris Shipman will be held at 10:30 A.M. on Thursday, July 5, 2007, at the United Methodist Church at Oakville, with Rev. Sue-Ellen Sherman officiating. Burial will follow at the Wapello Cemetery. The family will meet with friends from 9:30 to 10:30 AM on Thursday at the United Methodist Church in Oakville and then also for a luncheon and fellowship time at the Oakville Community Building following the burial. A Memorial Fund has been established for the benefit of the Books for the Blind and the Great River Hospice. Source: The Dudgeon-McCulley Funeral Home in Wapello.

This is a Message Board Post. Reply to the message or author by clicking on the link below. *************************************************************************** MESSAGE: (#191622) son of N. F. Jamison <http://iagenweb.org/boards/louisa/obituaries/index.cgi?rev=191622> AUTHOR: volunteer DATE: 5/4/2008 at 19:16:17 Surnames: JAMISON Sourc: Wapello Tribune, Wapello, Iowa, Friday, Jan. 29, 1909, Page 1 The eight-weeks old son of Mr. and Mrs. N. F. Jamison died last Tuesday evening and was buried Wednesday in the Bethel cemetery south of Wapello. Short services were held at the cemetery by Rev. Newsom. The baby had recovered from the chicken pox and was taken with the measles. The entire family of eight children have had the measles during the past few weeks, and all have recovered with the exception of the eldest son, eighteen years of age, who is now ill with the pneumonia. On account of the illness in the home no funeral services were held there. Mr. and Mrs. Jamison have the sympathy of the entire community in their misfortune.

This is a Message Board Post. Reply to the message or author by clicking on the link below. *************************************************************************** MESSAGE: (#191621) Mrs. B. F. Griswold <http://iagenweb.org/boards/louisa/obituaries/index.cgi?rev=191621> AUTHOR: volunteer DATE: 5/4/2008 at 19:13:40 Surnames: GRISWOLD,JOHNSTON Source: Wapello Tribune, Wapello, Iowa, Friday, Jan. 29, 1909, Page 1 Mrs. B. F. Griswold passed away at her horne last Wednesday evening at 5:30 o'clock. The news of her death carne as a great shock to many of our citizens, as she had been ill but a few short days. Last Sunday afternoon she suffered a paralytic stroke, from which she could not recover. Deceased was aged about 69 years, and was a native of Ohio. She came to this county in an early day with her parents, residing in Elm Grove township. In the year 1888 she was united in marriage to Mr. Griswold, and together they made their horne in Columbus City township until about twelve years ago when they came to Wapello, which has since been their home. Besides the aged husband, deceased leaves three brothers and one sister to mourn her death. They are: Fred Johnston, of Clark County, Iowa, William Johnston, of Seattle, Wash., J. B. and Louisa Johnston, of Columbus Junction. The funeral services will be held from the home in this city this Friday afternoon at 1 o'clock, conducted by the Rev. Mr. Wickwire, pastor of the Presbyterian church of Columbus Junction. Interment will occur in the Oakland cemetery, west of Wapello. We will endeavor to secure a complete obituary notice for our next issue.