Newspaper Tidbits from Rick B Monday, July 3, 2006 "The South Bend Weekly Tribune", Saturday, March 18, 1905, page 11 Frank McCreary. Frank McCreary, one of the pioneer citizens of this city, having lived here for the past 52 years, died at his home, 210 South Scott street, Sunday morning after an illness of one year with heart trouble. Mr. McCreary was born in Ireland and came to South Bend when 18 years old. He was about 70 years old and for 32 years was employed in the Oliver Chilled Plow works. Mr. McCreary leaves four daughters and three sons. The daughters are, Mrs. Henry Hartzer, Mrs. F. J. Bock, Miss Margaret McCreary and Miss Blanche McCreary. The sons are George L. McCreary, Frank McCreary, jr. and William McCreary. The children all live in this city with the exception of William, who lives in Whiting, Ind. Mr. McCreary was a member of St. Patrick's church and also a member of the Catholic Knights of America. He was well and favorably known. The funeral will be held from St. Patrick's Catholic church at 9 o'clock Wednesday morning, Rev. John F. DeGroote, officiating. The remains will be laid to rest in the Cedar Grove cemetery.