Posted on: PaloAlto County Obituaries Reply Here: http://cgi.rootsweb.com/~genbbs/genbbs.cgi/USA/Ia/PaloAltoObits/651 Surname: Cullen, Jackman, Spies, Cole, Brennan, Freeman, McEvoy, Kliegl, Spencer ------------------------- Emmetsburg Democrat, Thursday, May 17, 1945 Mrs. Cullen, 44, Dies Suddenly, Many At Rites Mrs. Thomas J. Cullen, 44, prominent Emmetsburg resident and daughter of a widely known pioneer family, died unexpectedly at her home at the northwest edge of town Friday morning following a severe heart attack. Mrs. Cullen suffered an earlier attack Thursday evening at her home. A physician and a clergyman were summoned and she appeared to rally. On Friday morning, she seemed better but the second attack followed, resulting in death. Funeral services were held Monday morning at St. Thomas Catholic church, with the Rev. C. E. Farrelly officiating at the requiem high mass. Pall bearers were Charles Spies, Gene Cole, Lawrence Brennan, George Freeman, Basil McEvoy and George Kliegl. The church was filled to capacity, with even the vestibule and entry ways filled with people, some standing. Classmates of the Cullen children from both St. Ellen's and the High School attended, as did the Catholic Daughters of America and the Fortnightly clubs to which Mrs. Cullen belonged. Many Cylinder residents came, the Cullens having resided there for many years. Burial was in St. John's cemetery, with the Martin Funeral home in charge. Born in Emmetsburg, Mrs. Cullen was the former Lillian Jackman, daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Joe Jackman. She graduated from the local High School where she was active in many school events and later attended Clarke College, Dubuque. She taught school for three years and was known as a successful, well-liked instructor. In 1923, she married Thomas Cullen, prominent Cylinder farmer, and for several years they resided near Cylinder where Mrs. Cullen was affiliated with the Women's Club and was very active in community affairs. When Mrs. Cullen's mother died in Emmetsburg, the Cullens moved to the Jackman farm where they have since made their home. There are four children; Pvt. Jack Cullen, who is serving overseas in France; Gene, Kitty and Irene, all Emmetsburg school students. Lillian Cullen possessed a most engaging and friendly personality. Her delightful sense of humor endeared her to her many friends and she was a highly intelligent, understanding person. She made an ideal mother, sharing her children's interests and problems, and she was rightfully proud of their outstanding musical talents. Like many mothers, she was much concerned over her son, Jack, serving overseas. A source of consolation to her family was the fact that she received a Mother's Day cablegram from him a day or so before she died, which made her very happy. Mrs. Cullen had not been in robust health for several years, but she carefully followed her physician's advice and never admitted to her friends that she felt ill, if she did. She did more than her share in club and church activities and was deeply religious. Her death is mourned by countless friends and her passing is a distinct loss to the community. To her husband and children, deepest sympathy is extended in the death of their devoted wife and mother. Surviving sisters and brothers, all of whom came here at her death, are Dr. Raymond Jackman of the Mayo hospital, Rochester, Minn., Dr. James Jackman, Erie, Pa., Mrs. Frank Spencer of Chicago aand Sister Mary Hilaire of Clinton.