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Clay County Obituaries

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    Paul E. Nickel was born in Pommern, Germany, January 7, 1879, and was suddenly called home to his heavenly reward, Sept. 1, 1916, at the age of 37 years, 7 months and 25 days. December 30, 1901, he was married to Miss Carrie Parr. this happy union God blessed with three children, two sons and one daughter. He was converted to God early in life, under the labor of  Rev.  Martin and joined the evangical association of which he remained a faithful member. He was repeatedly elected to the various offices of the church, Sunday school, and Y. P. A., and at the time of his departure he was steward, treasurer, chorister and Sunday school teacher.
     Brother Nickel was a whole hearted christian, the pastor's friend, and a friendly man, always ready to help. He will be greatly missed by all in the church and community, as by his kind and friendly disposition he was a very devoted husband and father. May God graciously comfort them, and grant them a happy reunion in heaven.
     He leaves behind wife, three children, three brothers, three sisters and a large circle of friends to mourn his untimely departure, but thankful for his christian example and the clear tokens of his salvation.
     The funeral services were held on Sunday afternoon from the Immanuel Church.   Rev. Wm. Noermberg assisted Rev. F. Becker in conducting the funeral.

Roy Willaim Harrison was born Feb. 17th 1891 in Dundy County, Nebraska. At the age of six years he moved with his parents to a farm four miles east of Clay Center where he has resided ever since.
     At about the age of twelve he united with the M.E. church. He has been an honest upright young man, a dutiful loving son and brother and loved by all who knew him.   He was taken sick Saturday evening Feb. 15th with pneumonia. He was married Wednesday Feb. 19th to Laura Mack at his own home as he was unable to attend the wedding preparation at the home of the bride.
     He was called to his heavenly home, Feb. 22nd at 1:45 p.m. at the age of 22 years and 5 days.  The deceased leaves a loving wife, father, mother, two sisters and a large host of relatives and friends to mourn his departure. His cheery face and pleasant smile always will be missed sadly. He was conscious till the last and recognized all around him by a pleasant smile.  May the heavenly father bless and comfort the bereaved ones in the sad hours of trial.