"These are from the Rouse History that Mrs Riser and I compiled. She had a lot of the newsclippings cut out of the newspaper. That's why no name of the paper or date on some of these. She is currently in the O'Neill nursing Home." - Doris Counts

Although the obituaries listed here are from Holt County newspapers, the actual deaths and/or burials may have been in other counties or states.

Submitted by Doris Counts

Galyen, James Wayne
Jan 28,1999 Atkinson Graphic

born Jan 20,1918 near Battle Creek, Nebr
son of Ida Mae Osborn and James Freston Galyen
married Nov 28,1941 to Claudia Baker at Methodist Church in Meadow Grove
buried Woodlawn Cem, Atkinson
children: Nancy Claudia Lee, Richard Wayne
U S Army Air Force April 1942 to 1946
grandchildren: James, Jeff, Thomas, William Lee and John Paul Lee; Michelle Lee Ziska and Carissa Lee, one infant grandson
brother: Kenneth

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Gans, Alvan
March 27,1986 Atkinson Graphic

RITES HELD FOR ALVAN GANS, 70

born Stuart, Jan 2,1916
son of James and Martha Bernt Gans
died Sunday of a self inflicted gunshot wound
buried Woodlawn Cem, Atkinson
brother: Herman
sister: Mrs Edward (Hattie) Mlinar

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Gans, Rinnie Arlene Kubart
Aug 29,1996 Atkinson Graphic

RINNIE GANS

born the home place southwest of Atkinson April 12,1918
dau of Lena Grosser and James Kubart
married Herman Gans at Atkinson on June 4,1940
died Atkinson Aug 17,1996
buried Woodlawn Cem, Atkinson
children: Jan Dunn
grandchildren: Tiffany and Camile and Mitchell Dunn
sisters: Lorris Osborne, Almeda O'Neill, Margaret, Doris Mae
brothers: Harlan, Charles, Colton

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Garvin, Blueford Newton
Dec 2,1910 Atkinson Graphic

OBITUARY

   On Sunday, Nov 27 occurred the sad death of Mr Blueford Newton Garvin, at his home 7 miles southwest of Atkinson. A few hours before, while apparently in full health, he was suddenly stricken with apoplexy and soon became unconscious.

   He was born March 22,1858 in Mason County, Illinois and came to Atkinson from Clay County this state, nearly 2 years ago.

   He leaves a wife, 2 sons and a married daughter to mourn his loss, besides a wide circle of warm friends. He was a member of the Church of Christ and an especially good neighbor and friend, who will be missed most by those who knew him best.

   The funeral services took place Tuesday from his late residence, interment was in Woodlawn Cemetery.

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Garwood, Arlene Elizabeth Rowse
Jan 10,2008 Atkinson Graphic

born March 21,1926 at home near Ballagh, Nebr, north of Burwell
dau of Arthur Hubert and Emma Maude Lowery Rowse
married Ralph Dale Garwood on Sept 12,1944
died Dec 28,2007 in O'Neill
buried Woodlawn Cem, Atkinson
children: Judy Ralene, Jane Kathleen Landaw, Gala Arlene Myer, Ross Dale
grandchildren: Jill Landaw, Heidi Ranguma, Lanea Tucker, Ryan, Riley, James Myer, John Myer, Judy Myer, Jenna Myer
great grandchildren: Zoe Ranguma, Owen Tucker
brothers and sister: Freeman Rowse, Helen Ballagh, Dean Rowse

Submitted by Doris Counts

Garwood, Bert W
July 22,1932 Atkinson Graphic

BERT GARWOOD KILLED BY FALL FROM HAY STACK
PROMINENT ATKINSON RANCHER SUFFERS BROKEN NECK IN ACCIDENT AT HIS HOME 14 MILES SOUTHWEST OF HERE; WAS HELPING SONS WITH HAY HARVEST
FUNERAL HELD THURSDAY

   Bert Garwood, prominent Atkinson rancher, died at the hospital in Stuart Monday from a broken neck suffered that morning when he fell from a hay stack at his ranch home 14 miles southwest of Atkinson.

   Mr Garwood was working in the hay field with his sons and two hired men, and the crew was just finishing a stack when the accident happened. Mr Garwood was stacking and he tumbled from the top of it at about the time the last load was being hosted to the top to be dumped. It is thought that he slipped, or lost his balance and fell. None of the boys who were working in the field were certain of just what happened because they did not see him fall.

   The accident happened in the morning and the injured man was not moved from the base of the stack until about 3 hours later, after the doctor arrived. He was conscious at all times, and realizing the seriousness of his injury, he directed those about him in making him as comfortable as possible. He was taken to the hospital that afternoon.

   Dr Campbell was summoned from Norfolk and arrived by aerplane that evening but could do nothing toward saving the injured man's life.

   About four weeks ago Mr Garwood fell from a hay stack and suffered injuries to his back that kept him laid up for about two weeks. In his fall Monday, two vertebrae near the top most part of the spinal column were very badly fractured. Besides the members of his family, two others, Elmer Colson and Donald Ofe, were working in the field at the time of the accident. It was very windy that morning and some of the boys believe that factor might have had sometihing to do with causing the fall.

   An operation was not performed in an attempt to save Mr Garwood's life, because x ray pictures indicated that such proceedure would avail nothing. His wife and family were with him at the hospital.

   Bert Waverly Garwood, was born at Carroll, Nebr, Dec 6,1883, the son of David and Mary Garwood. At the time of his death his age was 48 years, 7 months.

   When a lad ten years of age, he became a member of Methodist Episcopal Church, Carroll where he grew to manhood. Before coming to Atkinson with his parents, he was engaged in the hardware business at McLean for 6 years, and there was married to Miss Celia Williams on Feb 26,1908. In that same year he moved to Atkinson and for the past 12 years lived on the Garwood ranch 14 miles southwest of here.

   Mr Garwood was one of this county's most successful ranchers.

   He is survived by his wife; 6 sons, Glen, Ford, Raymond, Blaine, Ralph, Evan; daughter, Helen; his parents, Mr and Mrs David M Garwood; sister, Lelea, all of Atkinson.

   Mr and Mrs Garwood would have celebrated their 25th wedding anniversary next February and at the same time Mr Garwood's parents will have been married 50 years. Plans were being made to celebrate the two occasions at the same time.

   The funeral services were Thursday at Methodist Episcopal Church, Atkinson, Burial in Woodlawn Cemetery.

Submitted by Doris Counts

Garwood, Blaine Elton
April 21,2005 Atkinson Graphic

BLAINE E GARWOOD

born Jan 31,1914 on a ranch south of Atkinson
son of Bert and Celia Williams Garwood
married 1937 to Viola Harley at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Atkinson - she died July 9,1991
married June 4,1993 to Helen McKenny of O'Neill
died April 15,2005 in Atkinson
buried Woodlawn Cem, Atkinson
children: Karen McConnell, Dean, David, Eric, Rev Everett
stepchildren: Bob, Tom, Steve, Glee Hamik, Bonnie Turpin, Jill
brother: - 1, Evan
sister: - 1

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Garwood, Celia Jane Williams
April 19,1973 Atkinson Graphic

RITES HELD FOR MRS BERT GARWOOD, 89

born Platte Center, Nebr, on July 29,1883
dau of Laura Elizabeth and Augustus Jeremiah Williams
married Bert W Garwood on Feb 26,1908 at Magnet, Nebr - He died July 18,1932
died Thursday, April 12, in Atkinson
buried Woodlawn Cem, Atkinson
children: Raymond died Nov 20,1955, Glen, Ford, Blaine, Evan, Ralph, Helen Rowse
sister: Mary Peterson

Submitted by Doris Counts

Garwood, Joan Evelyn
Jan 16,1953 Atkinson Graphic

GARWOOD INFANT DIES IN OMAHA

born New Year's Day at Atkinson
dau of Evan Garwood
died Tuesday, Jan 13 in Omaha
buried Woodlawn Cem, Atkinson
sister: Bonnie
grandparents: Mrs Celia Garwood and Mr and Mrs Charlie Mitchell

Submitted by Doris Counts

Garwood, Larry D
April 16,1937 Atkinson Graphic

LARRY GARWOOD

   Larry, the infant son of Mr and Mrs Raymond Garwood, who live in the Green Valley community southwest of Atkinson, passed away at Chas N Smith home north of here Friday, March 10,1937, and was just four weeks old.

   The funeral was held at Smith home, Saturday, Interment was in Woodlawn Cemetery.

   Larry is survived by his parents, one brother Dale Raymond Garwood, his grandparents Mrs Bert Garwood and Mr and Mrs Chas N Smith of Atkinson.

Submitted by Doris Counts

Garwood, Mary Caroline Bonnell
June 24,1938 Atkinson Graphic

MRS D M GARWOOD IS CALLED IN DEATH
ATKINSON RESIDENT FOR 38 YEARS EXPIRES AT AGE 81; RITES HELD AT M E CHURCH

   Mrs David M Garwood, of Atkinson, passed away Saturday, June 18, in Stuart, her death ending a long period during which she suffered gradually failing health. Mrs Garwood was 81 years of age and had been a resident of Atkinson the past 38 years. Five eyars ago she and her husband observed their golden wedding anniversary.

   Funeral services were held Monday at Methodist Church. Burial in Woodlawn Cemetery.

   Mary Caroline Bonnell, daughter of JM and Elizabeth Bonnell was born Winterset, Ohio, NOv 20,1856 and died June 18,1938 in Stuart, at the age of 81 years, 6 montsh 28 days.

   She was united in marriage to David M Garwood at Winterset, Ohio, Feb 21,1883, and as a bride came to Wayne County, Nebr, to make her home. In 1910 the family moved to Atkinson where they have since resided.

   To this union one son and one daughter were born. The son, Bert died July 18,1932. Mrs Garwood is survived by her husband, David; a daughter, Lelea; 6 grandsons, Glenn, Ford, Raymond, Ralph, Blaine, Evan Garwood, and 2 great grandchildren, all of Atkinson; a number of nieces and nephews. She was the last survivor of a family of 5 sisters and 1 brother.

   She joined the Methodist Church when she was a small child, and took an active part in church work as long as her health would permit. She was a loving mother, a good neighbor and a kind friend.

   For several years she had been confined to her home on account of failing health, but she spent many happy hours visiting with friends who came to see her. During her recent illness, one of her requests was to thank the many friends who asked about her and sent so many beautiful flowers to her home.

Submitted by Doris Counts

Gathje, Christian Hans
June 10,1949 Atkinson Graphic

CHRIS GATHJE DIES; FUNERAL TODAY AT 2

born Jan 7,1871 at Barkalbya Kreis Ekernforde, Germany
son of Christian and Wilhelmina Gathje
married Feb 1,1900 to Miss Susanna Walter of Atkinson
died Tuesday, on the farm
buried Woodlawn Cem, Atkinson
children: Marie Johnson, Clara Crawford, Minnie, Henry
grandchildren: Darryl Johnson, Ila Mae Johnson, Carol Sue and Sharon Crawford
sisters: - 6

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Gathje, Susanna Walter
Nov 16,1956 Atkinson Graphic

DEATH TAKES MRS GATHJE OF ATKINSON

born July 11,1879 in Neustadt, Ontario, Canada
dau of Christine and Jacob Walter
married Christian Gathje Feb 1,1900 at Atkinson - he died 1949
died Friday, Nov 7, Atkinson
buried Woodlawn Cem, Atkinson
children: Minnie A, Marie Johson, Clara Crawford, Henry J
grandchildren: Carol Sue and Sharon Elaine Crawford, Ila Mae Johnson Engler, Daryl D Johnson
great grandchildren: Carol Marie, Gregory Joseph, Burnette Barbara, Christian Robert, Mark Daryl Engler
brother: John, Alfred, William, Otto

Submitted by Doris Counts

Gaughenbaugh, Ida Catherine
March12,1943 Atkinson Graphic

SUDDEN ILLNESS FATAL TO INFANT DAUGHTER

born Nov 7,1943 Omaha
dau of Woodrow Gaughenbaugh
died Thursday
buried Woodlawn Cem, Atkinson
brother: Clark age 15 months
grandparents: Minnie Gaughenbaugh, Clark Gaughenbaugh, Ida Panek

Submitted by Doris Counts

Gaughenbaugh, Virginia Dare Slaymaker
May 5,2005 Atkinson Graphic

VIRGINIA GAUGHENBAUGH

born Atkinson on Jan 24,1921
dau of Serena Johnson and Laurence Guy Slaymaker
married Irvin Gaughenbaugh on April 8,1944 at Atkinson
died April 26,2005 in Fremont
buried Woodlawn Cem, Atkinson
children: Peggy Dudley, Lee
brother: Wesley, Laurence
sister: Avis Hickerson, Jean Carlisle

Submitted by Doris Counts

Geise, Ermie E
Jan 4,1894 Atkinson Graphic

   The 8 year old daughter of Jacob Geisse, 16 miles south of this place, died New Year's Day, of diphtheria. Her remains were interred the day following in the Atkinson Cemetery. Mr and Mrs Geisse have the sympathy of the entire community.

Submitted by Doris Counts

Genung, Daisy Granteer
June 19,1953 Atkinson Graphic

MRS DAISY GENUNG,75, DROWNS IN POND ON HOME PLACE NORTHEAST OF HERE

born near Hastings, Ia on Aug 18,1877
dau of Zachary Taylor Granteer
married Feb 3,1904 to Louis C Genung of Glenwood, Iowa
died drowning Sunday, June 14
buried Woodlawn Cem, Atkinson
children: Julia Blackmore, Louis T
brother: Ray
sister: Ida Demmel, Lucretia Babbit
grandchildren: Mrs Vernon Beckwith, Robert Blackmore, Lou Tommy Genung

Submitted by Doris Counts

George, Dr Charles N
March 22,1935 Atkinson Graphic

DR C N GEORGE PASSES AWAY AT HIS HOME HERE
RETIRED BUSINESSMAN HAD BEEN SERIOUSLY ILL SEVERAL MONTHS
FUNERAL TO BE TODAY
WAS SUCCESSFUL MERCHANT IN ATKINSON FOR 17 YEARS; DIED AT AGE OF NEARLY 61 YEARS

   Dr C N George, retired Atkinson business man, died at his home in this city early Wednesay morning, March 20. He was nearly 61 years of age and had been in ill health for several years.

   Funeral services will be held at the Presbyterian church, Atkinson, Friday. Interment will be in Woodlawn Cemetery here.

   For 17 years Dr George was one of this city's successful business men. He was proprietor of a general store, known as the Fair Store, from 1911 until he retired in 1928. He owned considerable property in this vicinity besides the business house in which the Council Oak Store is located.

   Dr George was a student of medicine when a young man, and was a graduate osteopath. Before entering business in Atkinson, he practiced his profession in Omaha and the Black Hills of SD.

   Charles Nelson George was born near Joliet, Ill on June 17,1874, and passed away at his home in Atkinson on March 20,1935 at the age of 60 years,9 months and 3 days.

   He received his early education at York, Nebr. His medical education was received at Creighton U in Omhaa, and the U of Omaha. He studied osteopathy at Des Moines Still College and in 1904 was gradated from the American School of Osteopathy.

   After his graduation he practiced his profession in the Black Hills of SD for five years. He also practiced in Omaha before coming to Atkinson.

   In 1908 he was united in marriage to T Elizabeth Stache. To this union one child was born, Louise.

   In 1911 Dr George and his family moved to Atkinson. For 17 years the doctor was engaged in the general mercantile business here.

   He is survived by his widow and one daughter, Louise, who is a graduate of Kirksville, Mo school of Osteopathy. Also surviving are 3 brothers, Walter of Pleasanton, Kan; Harry of Thedford; Lawrence of Salem, Oregon; 1 sister Mrs Carrie Moore of Los Angeles, California.

March 29,1935 Atkinson Graphic

FUNERAL RITES HELD FOR DR C N GEORGE

   Funeral services were held at the Presbyterian church last Friday for Dr Charles Nelson George, retired Atkinson business man who passed away at his home here Wednesday, March 20.Interment was in Woodlawn Cemetery.

Submitted by Doris Counts

Gettert, Carl V "Hap"
Dec 31,1987 Atkinson Graphic

SERVICES HELD FOR CARL GETTERT

born Atkinson onJune 17,1896
son of Charles and Ella Matson Gettert
married Feb 22,1917 to Ruth Helme in O'Neill - she died Dec 26,1986
died Dec 26 in Atkinson
buried Woodlawn Cem, Atkinson
children: Floyd, Robert
sister: Amelia Burns, - 1
brothers: - 3

Submitted by Doris Counts

Gettert, Pearl E Overton
June 11,1937 Atkinson Graphic

ILLNESS IS FATAL TO MRS LEWIS GETTERT
DEATH CAME RATHER SUDDENLY TO ATKINSON FARM WOMAN, 51; FUNERAL HELD MONDAY

   Many Atkinson friends and the farming community northeast of here, were grieved Saturday to learn of the rather sudden death of Mrs Lewis Gettert, who passed away that day at her farm home 8 miles northeast of Atkinson after a short illness. Mrs Gettert was 51 years of age.

   Funeral rites were held at the Presbyterian Church in this city, Monday. Burial was in Woodlawn Cemetery.

   Pearl E Overton was born in Otoe Co, near Nebraska City, on Aug 24,1886 and died at her home near Atkinson, Saturday, June 5,1937.

   In her early life she received her grade and high school education in Nebraska City public schools, then fishinsed at Peru College. In the year 1910 she moved with her parents, the late Mr and Mrs William Overton to a farm home south of Atkinson. She taught school in that vicinity for two terms.

   In 1914 she was united in marriage to Lewis Gettert and moved to a new home 8 miles northeast of Atkinson where she lived until her death.

   Mrs Gettert united with the Prsbyterian Church in Atkinson a few years ago, and since then had been an ardent worker in the church. She was a helpful promoter of neighborhood affairs and always a leader in activities for the betterment of the community in which she lived. She had a sunny, cheerful disposition and was a kind and loving mother and a helpful wife.

   She leaves to mourn her death; her husband, daughter Elvia; son Glen; sister Mrs Arthur Andrus; two aunts and many other relatives and a large group of friends and neighbors. Her death will be deeply felt by all who knew her.

Submitted by Doris Counts

Gettert, Rena
Jan 17,1987 Atkinson Graphic

RENA GETTERT DIES AT 101

born Dec 1,1885 Cass Co
dau of Charles and Ella Matson Gettert
died Jan 7
buried Woodlawn Cem, Atkinson
sister: Amelia Burns
brothers: Carl, - 3
nephews: Floyd and Glen Gettert

Submitted by Doris Counts

Gettert, Ruth M Helme
Jan 8,1987 Atkinson Graphic

SERVICES HELD FOR MRS CARL GETTERT

Jan 1987 Atkinson Graphic

RUTH GETTERT

born May 25, 1897 in Fairbury
dau of Harvey and Ella Miller Helme
married Carl Gettert on Feb 22,1917
died December 31,1986 in Atkinson
buried Woodlawn Cem, Atkinson
children: Floyd, Gene
sistera: - 5
brothers: - 2

Submitted by Doris Counts

Giblin, John Francis
May 5,1961 Atkinson Graphic

JOHN GIBLIN OF ATKINSON DROPS DEAD

born Oct 4,1891 at Norfolk, Nebr
son of Thomas P Giblin and Margaret Muldoon Giblin
married Pearl Harrington on Dec 12,1912 at Council Bluffs, Iowa
died Wednesday doing chores
buried Woodlawn Cem, Atkinson
step children: Glen Harrington, Robert Harrington, Fred Harrington, Beulah Rathburn
sister: Mrs Ed McManus, - 3

Submitted by Doris Counts

Gilbert, Julia Elsie Brown
Aug 31,1978 Atkinson Graphic

RITES HELD FOR JULIA GILBERT, 96

born Nov 7,1881 in Omaha
dau of John and Katheryn Brown
married Andrew S Gilbert on May 23,1900 at Tekamah
died Aug 26 at Blair
buried Woodlawn Cem, Atkinson
children: Anna M Dunn, Evah E Miller, Dale H, Lauren L, Lyle A, Marvin M, Erma McAllister
brother: Bill, Jim
sister: Phoebe Barto, Milta Marshall, Elizabeth Marshall, Gladys Rogge
grandchildren: Jack McAllister
great grandchildren: Larry Gilbert

Submitted by Doris Counts

Giles, Camilla Deon
Feb 6,1992 Atkinson Graphic

born March 25,1976 in Valentine
dau of Alfred and Donna Giles
died Sunday, Jan 26 of a pickup train accident at Berwyn, Nebr
buried Woodlawn Cem, Atkinson
brother: Stephen, Brent, - 1
grandparents: Crystal Enbody, Ida Jennings

Submitted by Doris Counts

Gilman, Jack Lee
March 30,2006 Atkinson Graphic

JACK L GILMAN

born May 16,1933 at Amelia
son of Levi and June Van Lom Gilman
married Shirley Sterns in Omaha on July 30,1960
died March 20,2006 in Stuart
buried Woodlawn Cem, Atkinson
children: Sherly Godsey, Bruce
grandchildren: Nathan, Alicia, Emilee, Laura Godsey
sister: Zoeylin Claussen, Connie Everett

Submitted by Doris Counts

Gilman, June May Van Lom
March 20,2003 Atkinson Graphic

JUNE GILMAN

born Dec 29,1914 at David City, Butler Co, Nebr
dau of Bertha Hermsen and Rinard Van Lom
married April 14,1932 - Levi Gilman at Burwell
died March 14,2003 in Atkinson
buried Woodlawn Cem, Atkinson
children: Jack, Zoeylin Claussen, Connie Everett
sister: Dalyce Baker, Lois Hyland

Submitted by Doris Counts

Glaser, Christian F
May 11,1928 Atkinson Graphic

CHRISTIAN GLASER

   Funeral services for Christian Glaser, who died in hospital at Stuart yesterday, May 10 are held St John's Lutheran Church in Atkinson this afternoon. Interment will be made in Woodlawn Cemetery.

   Christian F Glaser, was born the 19th day of Jan 1855 in Hohenek, Germany, and passed away at Wilson Hospital in Stuart on 10th day of May, 1928, aged 73 years, 3 months 20 days.

   The deceased emigrated to US and settled in state of Illinois in 1880.

   He was united in marriage with Pauline Leprer at New Berlin, Ill, March 7,1882 and came to Holt Co in 1884 and settled near Stuart. In the spring of 1900 he moved to the farm 11 miles northeast of Atkinson which has since been his home.

   Surviving him are his widow, three daughters, Bertha and Selma at home, Mrs Flora Roberts.

Submitted by Doris Counts

Glaser, Pauline Barbara Leyer
April 27,1934 Atkinson Graphic

AGED PIONEER WOMAN DIES AT HOME HERE
MRS PAULINE GLASER, RESIDENT OF HOLT 50 YEARS; FUNERAL SATURDAY AFTERNOON

   Another of Atkinson’s aged pioneer women, Mrs Pauline Glaser, passed away at her home here shortly before noon Wednesday. Mrs Glaser was 79 years of age and had lived in Holt County 50 years. She had been in ill health for many years.

   Funeral services will be held Saturday afternoon at St John’s Lutheran Church, Rev Wm G Vahle, pastor, will conduct short services in both the English and German languages. Burial will be in Woodlawn Cemetery.

   Pauline Barbara Leyer was born Feb 28,1855 at Honeck, Wurttemberg, Germany, and died at her home in Atkison, April 25,1934, aged 79 years, 1 month 27 days.

   She came to America in 1878 and settled near New Berlin, Illinois. She was married there on March 7,1882 to Chris F Glaser. To this union 3 daughters were born, all of whom survive. Mr and Mrs Glaser and family came to Nebraska in the fall of 1883 and settled near David City in Butler County. In the spring of 1884 they came to Holt County and took a homestead near Stuart. In 1900 they moved to their farm 11 miles northeast of Atkinson.

   Mr Glaser passed away on May 8,1928 and in 1930 Mrs Glaser and her daughter, Bertha, moved to Atkinson. Surviving her are her 3 daughters, Bertha and Mrs Selma Luben of Atkinson, and Mrs Flora Roberts of Evanston, Wyo; 5 grandchildren; and 1 great grandchild; 2 sisters living in Germany. Mrs Glaser was baptized and confirmed in the Lutheran Faith.

Submitted by Doris Counts

Gloor, Emma
April 13,1978 Atkinson Graphic

SERVICES HELD FOR MRS OTTO GLOOR

born Sept 19,1898 in Schoeftland, Switzerland
married Otto Gloor, Dec 21,1920 at Columbus
died April 10, Atkinson
buried Woodlawn Cem, Atkinson
children: Clara Enbody, Elsie Rezac
brother: - 1, - 1
sister: - 1

Submitted by Doris Counts

Goeke, Louis
June 7,1973 Atkinson Graphic

LOUIS GOEKE SERVICES HELD

born Sept 6,1896 Atkinson
son of August and Louise Hesse Goeke
married Rose Storjohn, June 29,1922, O'Neill
died Omaha, June 3
buried Woodlawn Cem, Atkinson
children: Roy, Clayton, Helen Seger, Mary Ruth Chrysler, Darlene Yantzi

Submitted by Doris Counts

Goeke, Louise Haase
Nov 23,1934 Atkinson Graphic

MRS AUGUST GOEKE EXPIRES SUDDENLY
AGED RESIDENT FOUND DEAD IN HER HOME BY NEIGHBORS; FUNERAL SERVICES HELD MONDAY

   Mrs August Goeke, 70, passed away suddenly at her home in Atkinson, Friday morning, Nov 16. She lived alone and her death was not known until the body was discovered on the bed at her home by neighbors, that day. She had been a resident of this community 43 years, living alone since the death of her husband 2 years ago.

   Funeral services were held Monday at St John's Lutheran Church, Atkinson. Burial was in Woodlawn Cemetery beside the body of her husband.

   Louise Haase was born Dec 27,1864 in Lippe Detmold, Germany. She came to America at the age of 19 years and made her home at Freeport, Ill, until 1891 when she came to Nebraska and on March 19, that year, was united in marriage to August Goeke.

   They made their home on a farm 10 miles northeast of Atkinson. At their home on June 28,1922, a double wedding ceremony was performed at which their daughter, Miss Nellie Goeke, became the bride of August Storjohann, and their son, Louis Goeke, was united in marrriage to Miss Rose Storjohann, sister of August.

   Soon after the marriage of their children, Mr and Mrs Goeke moved to Atkinson where they made their home the remainder of their lives. Mr Goeke died Oct 19,1932.

   Mrs Goeke leaves to mourn her death, 2 children, Mrs August Storjohann and Louise Goeke and 7 grandchildren, besides a large number of neighbors and friends.

Submitted by Doris Counts

Goeke, Rose Leona Storjohann
Dec 1998 Atkinson Graphic

ROSE LEONA GOEKE

born Sept 6,1895 in the Phoenix community northeast of Atkinson
dau of Claus and Mary Storjohann
married Louis Goeke June 29,1922 at O'Neill
died Dec 6,1998 Atkinson
buried Woodlawn Cem, Atkinson
children: Roy, Clayton, Helyn Seger, Mary Ruth Chrysler, Darlene Yantzi
brothers: - 3
sisters: - 5

Submitted by Doris Counts

Goodell, Charles Gibbon
Sept 8,1911 Atkinson Graphic

   Death came to the home of Mr and Mrs Charles Goodell on Aug 31 and took away their little son, Charles Gibbon Goodell. The little one was born on Dec 11,1910, and lacked but a short time of filling out a year of life. During much of this time, Mrs Goodell could not be with it owing to her own physical illness, but together with her husband fells deeply thankful to the neighbors and friends who so kindly assisted them in their affliction and lent sympathy. The funeral was held from the house on Sept 2 and interment was made in Woodlawn Cemetery.

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Grayum, William Hebard
July 13,1978 Atkinson Graphic

SERVICES HELD FOR WILLIAM GRAYUM, 90

born Gallipolis, Ohio, Sept 17,1887
son of Charles and Ora Grayum
married Dr Helen
died Seattle, Wash, June 20,1978
buried Woodlawn Cem, Atkinson
children: Vena Petitjean, William C, Gordon H
sisters: Eva Wilmott, Hazel Tiller

Submitted by Doris Counts

Greeley, Ellen M
June 10,1932 Atkinson Graphic

LAST RITES HELD FOR PIONEER WOMAN
BODY OF MRS ELLEN M GREELEY, SETTLER OF 1880, BROUGHT HERE FOR BURIAL

   Old neighbors and friends of Mrs Ellen M Greeley, who with her husband, Peter Greeley, came to Holt County and settled near Phoenix 52 years ago, gathered at Methodist Church here last Friday to pay their respects to a pioneer woman of Nebraska prairies, Mrs Greeley died at the home of her son, Howard in Lincoln, May 30.

   Burial was in Woodlawn Cemetery.

   Mrs Ellen M Greeley passed away May 30,1932 a tthe home of her son, Howard P Greeley, Lincoln, at the age of 88 years, 10 months and 18 days. She was born July 12,1843 at Hermitage, NY and was the daughter of Hamilton Youmans and Lurancy Randall Youmans. She had two sisters and one brother, who with her parents, preceded her in death.

   At the age of 18 she commenced teaching school in New York state and later came west to Mukwanaga, Wis, where she made her home with her uncle, Doctor Henry Youmans. She taught in the Mukwanago schools for several years and on 24th day of April, 1869 was united in marriage to Peter Greeley. They resided in Mukwanago until Aug, 1880 then moved to Phoenix, Holt County, Nebr.

   They were among the earliest pioneers in north central Nebr as they lived 80 miles from the nearest railroad station for a couple of years, until the Northwestern Railroad extended its lines to the Black Hills. She went through all the vicissitudes that the early pioneer encounters in settling up a new country. There were born to this union 7 children, Mabel, Warren, Emma, Morton, Bertha, Howard, Edna.

   In about 1910 she moved from the ranch to Atkinson, where she resided until 1920 and since taht time has lived with her son in Lincoln. Although in frail health for several years, she devoted much of her time to reading and was always the guide and inspiration of her children.

   She is survived by her husband Peter of Lincoln, two daughters, Mrs Bertha G Brown of Seattle, Wash and Mrs Emma G Moore of Spokane, Wash; two sons, Warren H of Seattle, Wash, Howard P of Lincoln, 9 grandchildren, 2 great grandchildren.

Submitted by Doris Counts

Greeley, Peter
Jan 26,1934 Atkinson Graphic

ATKINSON'S LAST VETERAN OF CIVIL WAR DEAD AT 93
PETER GREELEY DIES AT HOME OF HIS SON NEAR LINCOLN
FUNERAL HERE SUNDAY
RITES TO BE HELD AT METHODIST CHURCH; LEGIOIN TO CONDUCT MILITARY BURIAL

   Peter Greeley, one of Holt County's earliest settlers and Atkinson's last civil war veteran, died Tuesday, Jan 23 of bronchial pneumonia at the home of his son, Howard, at Weston, Nebr. Mr Greeley was 93 years of age.

   The body will be brought to Atkinson on Saturday and funeral services will be held in this city Sunday, following the rites at church, the John Farley Post American Legion will take charge and burial will be accompanied by full military honors.

   Two deaths occurred in the home of Mr and Mrs Howard Greeley within 12 hours. Mrs Greeley's father Samuel Hartzell, 76, died Monday night of lobar pneumonia and Mr Greeley's father died Tuesday morning. Both had made their home with the Greeley's for some time. Burial of Mr Hartzell will be in Lincoln today.

   Peter Greeley was born in Wisconsin. On Oct 8,1861 he enlisted in the United States Army for service in the Civil War. As a private in "A" company of the First Wisconsin Infantry he went through many battles and as a result of wounds one of his legs was amputated. On March 2,1865, after three years and five months in the army, he was discharged on account of wounds and expiration of service.

   On April 24,1869 he was married to Ellen M Youmans. They lived at Mukwanaga, Wis for many years, moving to Holt County in the late seventies. The Greeley homestead is one half mile north of what is now Phoenix, about 22 miles northeast of Atkinson. In 1880 Mr Greeley was operating a store and postoffice at that location and the name of the postoffice was Greeley. Later the name was changed to Phoenix because there already was another postoffice in this state by the name of Greeley.

   Mrs Greeley died May 30,1932 at the age of 89.

   Besides his son Howard with who he made his home the past five or six years, Mr Greeley is survived by three other children. They are mrs Bertha Brown and Warren of Seattle, Wash; and Mrs Emma Moore of Spokane, Wash. Three children, Morton, Edna and Mable are deceased. Mrs Brown came from Seattle by airplane last Monday to see him and was recognized by him before he passed away.

   Mr Greeley was one of the few remaining members of Edward Lennox Post GAR. The post was abandoned several years ago. Only surviving members known to Atkinson residents are a veteran at Page and John Ingling, who left Atkinson many years ago and is now living in Canada.

   For several years past Mr Greeley had been the only Civil War Veteran to attend Memorial day services in Atkinson. In annually paying tribute to his departed comrades of the civil war he was most loyal, never missing the services here unless kept away by unavoidable happenings. In 1932 he was absent because his wife passed away that day. He was present at the services again on May 30,1933 and arose from his place on the platform at Memorial Hall amid applause of a huge audience to speak a few words in honor of his departed comrades and to thank the people for carrying on these annual tributes to soldier dead on Memorial day each year.

Feb 2,1934 Atkinson Graphic

LAST RITES HELD FOR VETERAN OF CIVIL WAR
PETER GREELEY BURIED WITH MILITARY HONORS BESTOWED BY AMERICAN LEGION

   Bitter cold last Sunday prevented hundreds from being able to attend the funeral services of Peter Greeley, 93 year old Civl War veteran, and one of Holt County's early settlers, who died Jan 23 at his son's home at Weston, Nebr. Exreme weather also prevented the AmericanLegion from carrying out elaborate preparation for a full military service.

   Services at Methodist Episcopal church were conducted by Rev C E McPherson, American Legion and Auxiliary members and the WRC attended in a body. Rites at the grave were in charge of the Legion, the military burial ritual being read by C E McPherson.

   Peter Greeley was born at Caldwell, Wis, Sept 24,1841. He was this community's last surviving veteran of the civil war. At the outbreak of the civil war he enlisted with the 1st Minnesota infantry and served 60 days at Fort Snelling. On Oct 8,1861 he got his enlistment transferred to a regiment from his native state and went into service in "A" Company of the 1st Wisconsin infantry. Later, at Gettysburg, the 1st Minnesota was annihilated with the exception of six men.

   At Peach Tree Creek, Ga, one the morning of the first skirmish of the battle of Chickamauga, Mr Greeley was wounded. he was captured by the Confederate and with other wounded men laid on the battlefield for six days. Then he was returned to his company in an exchange of disabled prisoners. At a field hospital about 12 miles back of the battle lines his leg was amputated. More suffering came when he and three thousdand other men went three days without food as the result of a provision train being burned by the Confederates, and when gangrene set in and his leg had to be amputated a second time. After recovery from his wounds, Mr Greeley finished his service in charge of a ward in an army hospital.

   He was married to Ellen M Youmans on April 24,1869. He and his family came to Holt County from Wisconsin more than a half century ago and lived on a homestead a half mile north of Phoenix. Mrs Greeley died May 30,1932. Surviving children are Mrs Bertha Brown and Warren of Seattle, Wash; Mrs Emma Moore of Spokane, Wash; Howard of Weston, Nebr.

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Greenslitt, Henry S
Aug 22,1941 Atkinson Graphic

HENRY S GREENSLITT BURIED HERE AFTER DEATH AT LONG PINE

   Burial services were held at Woodlawn Cemetery Wednesday for Henry Seymore Greenslitt, 52, resident of south Holt County who died Monday at a hospital in Long Pine. No public funeral was held because it was thought that the causes of Mr Greenslitt's death was encephalitis. He was unmarried.

   Henry Seymore Greenslitt was born July 27,1889 at Royal, Nebr. and died Monday Aug 18 at Long Pine, aged 52 years, 22 days.

   He lived south of Atkinson for many years and had a great number of friends in that vicinity as well as at Rose, Nebr. and surrounding country where he operated a threshing crew and also visited from time to time. He was highly esteemed by all who knew him. He lived his life in simplicity, virtue and Christianity, and many friends in the Atkinson, Chambers, Amelia, Rose, Bassett communities will mourn his death.

   Surviving are one sister, Mrs Lydia Bradley of Omaha, four brothers Walter Stover of Niagara Falls, NY; Virgil Olson of Keron, Iowa; Cecil Rousch and Charles Howland of Los Angeles, Calif; five nephews, four nieces, three sisters in law Mesdames Stover, Rousch and Howland.

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Greiner, Lowell William
Aug 1,1913 Atkinson Graphic

OBITUARY - GREINER

   Lowell William Greiner, son of William and Cora Greiner, was born Jan 6,1894, and died July 25,1913, aged 19 years 6 months and 19 days. It seems strange that one so young in years, just coming into the strength of manhood should so suddenly be snatched away from this earthly life. It took only about a week of illness to change the whole plan. He was carefully reared in a christian home and in his last moments did not forget that training. Shortly before he passed away he put his arms around his parent's neck, spoke words of comfort to them, repeated the Lord's Prayer and shortly he was not for God took him.

   He will be greatly missed in his home and among the large circle of friends for he was ever ready to help and was himself friendly.

   He leaves to mourn his early departure, a father, mother, two brothers, besides other relatives and friends.

"We shall meet but we shall miss him,
There will be one vacant chair
We shall linger to caress him
When we breathe our evening prayer."

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Greig, Charles A
Oct 17,1941 Atkinson Graphic

CHAS GREIG, LOCAL FARMER, DIES AT 72
HAD LIVED NEAR ATKINSON FOR 30 YEARS; FUNERAL RITES HELD AT METHODIST CHURCH

   Charles A Greig, 72, well known farmer who had lived in this community for the past 30 years, died at his farm home 6 miles southwest of Atkinson Friday, Oct 10. Mr Greig had been in ill health for a long time and for several months had been disabled.

   Funeral services were held Sunday at Methodist Church. The church was filled to capacity with neighbors and friends. Burial was in Woodlawn Cemetery.

   Charles Anstruther Greig was born in Grant Co, Wis, July 7,1869 and died at his home near Atkinson, Oct 10,1941, at the age of 72 years, 3 months and 3 days.

   From Bloomington, Wis, he came to Nebraska with his parents in 1876 and grew to manhood on a farm near Blue Hill.

   He was married to Mary Grace Duffy on Feb 7,1901 and to this union 2 children were born.

   The family moved from Blue Hill to this community in 1911 and settled on a farm 6 miles southwest of Atkinson where he made his home until his death.

   He leaves to mourn his death his wife, daughter Bernice, son and daughter in law Mr and Mrs Clarence Greig ; granddaughter Carolyn Joanne; 2 sisters Mrs W W Higgins of Blue Hill and Mrs E M Karr of Stuart; brother George of Bladen. He was preceded in death by grandson Robert Clarence.

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Grothe, Carl August
March 8,1918 Atkinson Graphic

DRAGGED TO DEATH BY HORSE

   Carl August, 15 year old son of Mr and Mrs W F Grothe, met a violent death, Saturday, the 2nd inst, at their home, one and a half miles west of Emmet.

   He was on horse back driving cattle and getting off to open a gate wrapped the halter rope about his arm. The horse took fright at something and ran, trampling, kicking and dragging the boy for a distance of about 80 rods. Then finally the horse came to a standstill of its own accord and the lifeless body was found by other members of the family, who, though not seeing the tragedy, were on the look out for his coming and missed him. The parents were in O’Neill and on receiving the word hastened home bringing a doctor with them, not knowing that their son was killed outright.

   It was not long until the disaster in the Grothe family was everywhere known and the neighborhood gathered from far and near to render what comfort and assistance possible to those so suddenly overwhelmed with sorrow.

   Carl August Grothe was born March 14,1903 in Holt County, Nebr. Died March 2,1918, and is survived by his parents, 4 sisters and 2 brothers.

   The funeral services were held at the home and at the German Lutheran Church in Atkinson, Tuesday, conducted by Pastor, Rev Jahnssen and burial in Atkinson Cemetery.

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Grothe, Henrietta Polzin
April 22,1904 Atkinson Graphic

DROWNED IN TANK
MRS H GROTHE FOUND DEAD IN WATERING TANK ON THE FARM 10 MILES EAST OF TOWN
MUCH MYSTERY IN THE CASE

   The body of Mrs H Grothe, a German woman nearly 60 years old, was found in a watering rank on the Grothe farm about 10 miles east of Atkinson last Friday morning, by her son William.

   Mrs Grothe had not been in entire possession of her mental facitlities for some time, and when she was first missed from the home on Thursday evening much uneasiness was felt and a search for her was immediately begun, but proved fruitless although continued nearly all night. Shortly after daylight on Friday morning the body was accidentally discovered in the watering tank by her son William, it having apparently lain there all night. The entire neighborhood extends deepest sympathy to the family bereft in this sad manner of one so near and dear to them.

   Mrs Grothe was born Oct 29,1842, in province of Brandenburg, Germany. She moved to America with her husband in 18809, and had been a resident of Holt Co since 1886. She was the mother of four children, only one of whom, William, is still living.

   The funeral occurred Saturday, April 16th.

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Haigh, Jane Ethel Gray
Oct 5, 1934 Atkinson Graphic

PIONEER WOMAN IS LAID TO REST HERE
FUNERAL SERVICE HELD AT PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH FOR MRS W B HAIGH, AGE 78

   Funeral services for a pioneer Holt county woman, Mrs W B Haigh, age 78, were held at the Presbyterian Church, Atkinson, last Saturday. Interment was in Woodlawn Cemetery.

   Mrs Haigh died Thursday, Sept 27 after a long illness.

   Jane Ethel Gray was born July 4,1856 at LaHarpe, Hancock Co, Ill, She departed this life at her home in Atkinson, Sept 27,1934, aged 78 years, 2 months 23 days. She grew to womanhood at LaHarpe, uniting with the Baptist Church when a girl. She came to Atkinson in 1884 and was married to William Baldwin Haigh on March 19,1884. To this union 6 children were born, 3 sons and 3 daughters, one daughter, Grace, dying at the age of 2 years.

   The Haighs were among the early settlers of this community, residing upon their homestead from 1884 unitl 1914, then moving to Atkinson where the family home has been made since. Mr Haigh preceded her in death Nov 19,1917.

   Mrs Haigh was a true type of the early pioneer, possessing that spirit and fortitude of soul so necesssary in conquering the wilderness and as forerunners, helped to blaze a trail to a great and more extensive commonwealth. During her last few years, she suffered much. It was her lot to bear a cross that few are privileged to share, that of years of continual physical suffering and pain. She was bedfast the last few months preceding death.

   Surviving are five children, Mrs Myrtle Beck of Atkinson; Robert of Richmond, Calif; Mrs Anna Elder of Atkinson; Ben of Denver, Colo; George of Atkinson; two brothers, Robert Gray of Lang, Saskachewan, Canada; Fred of Dallas City, Ill. several grandchildren, and other relatives also survive her.

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Hajek, Mildred
Aug 15,1913 Atkinson Graphic

   Little Mildred Hajek, daughter of Mr and Mrs D Hajek, was born on June 9,1911 and died Aug 10,1913, aged 2 years 2 months and 1 day. The little one was sick for about one week before her death. The funeral was held on Monday and she was laid tenderly to rest in Woodlawn Cemetery.

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Hamilton, Frank M
Aug 8,1924 Atkinson Graphic

FRANK HAMILTON DIES AT HOME NEAR HERE
NEVER FULLY RECOVERED FROM PARALYTIC STROKE SUFFERED ABOUT FOUR YEARS AGO
EARLY SETTLER IN NEBRASKA

   Frank M Hamilton, 57, died Sunday at the home of his son, Claude Hamilton, about 20 miles north of Atkinson. About 4 years ago Mr Hamilton was stricken with a paralytic stroke from which he had never thoroughly recovered, however, before his death he seemed to be in better health than usual for a short time. For a month past he had been bedfast,his condition quite serious, and despite skillful care and nursing he succumbed to the fatal malady that had fastened itself upon his life.

   Mr Hamilton was born in Washburn, Grant Co, Wis and when a young boy he accompanied his parents to Iowa. After some years stay in Iowa they crossed the Missouri and settled in Nebr where Mr Hamilton had since resided.

   He was converted and received into the fellowship of the Methodist Church while residing in Boyd County about 20 years. Of late years, he did not attend the communion of his church on account of ill health. Mr Hamilton leaves to mourn his death six sons, five daughters and 19 grandchildren, and a great company of friends.

   Funeral services were conducted by Rev E L Peterson at Methodist Church in Atkinson, Tuesday, and the body was laid to rest in Woodlawn Cemetery.

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Hammerberg, John L
April 26,1912 Atkinson Graphic

OBITUARY - HAMMERBERG

   John L Hammerberg was born Dec 9,1860 at Ingatorp, Sweden, and died at the home of his brother Frank, April 21,1912, at the age of 51 years, 4 months and 13 dasy. His death was caused by Bright’s disease with which he was afflicted severly for the last 10 weeks.

   The deceased came to the U S in 1887, and for the first 18 years he lived in Omaha. In 1905 he came to Holt County where he has lived the last 7 years a quiet and reserved life.

   Those who preceded him in death are 2 sisters and 2 brothers, he leaves aged parents, 3 sisters, and 2 brothers to mourn his loss.

   The funeral services were held at the home of F O Hammerberg, where he had received the best of care during his illness.

   Rev J H Oehlerking addressed a large number of neighbors and friends who had assembled to pay the last respect to the dear departed. The remains were laid to rest in Woodlawn Cemetery.

   May he who rules over all grant to us this we may rejoice with the redeemed in Heaven above where death and sorrow can never enter.

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Hanks, Worth
Feb 17,1911 Atkinson Graphic

OBITUARY

   Baby Worth Hanks, who was born Feb 23,1910 and departed this life Feb 13,1911, was buried from the home of his parents, Mr and Mrs R L Hanks, on Tuesday afternoon of this week, the funeral services being conducted by Rev Angell and Rev York.

   Some lives are of value because of what they are, rather than what they do, and the life of this dear baby was so bright and happy that the memory of it will ever be a blessing to the family and other relatives.

   Although so young his bright smile and bright spirit made him a favorite with many friends, and it was with sorrowing hearts they watched thorugh the long illness which every effort was unable to check, and which finally culminated in his death.

   Many flowers, so emblematic of his life in their sweetness and purity were sent by friends.

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Harley, Arthur E
Jan 6,1990 Atkinson Graphic

SERVICES PENDING FOR ART HARLEY, 70

Jan 11,1990 Atkinson Graphic

SERVICES HELD FOR ART HARLEY, 70

born at Holt Creek on July 19,1919
son of Kasper and Lena Harley
married June 16,1947 Myrlen "Pat" Beckwith of O’Neill
died January 2 in Atkinson
buried Woodlawn Cem, Atkinson
children: Brenda died in infancy, Sheryl Mehrhoff, Steve, Kathy Norwood, Karola Wolfe, Lynn Embley, Laura Harrison
grandchildren: Justin died in infancy, Jeremy and Joshua Terry, Roquel and Lee Embley, Gina Harrison, Dane Harley and Kara Wolfe
brothers: Rev Vernon Harley, Elvin
sisters: Viola Garwood, Hilda Snyder
four years in the Army Air Corps

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Harley, Kasper W
Oct 4,1968 Atkinson Graphic

KASPER HARLEY DIES; FUNERAL 10:00 TODAY

born Feb 12,1889,in a sod house on his parent’s homestead near Holt Creek
son of John and Dorothea Walters Harley
married Miss Carolina S Brown on June 15,1915 at Chambers
died Friday at Atkinson
buried Woodlawn Cem, Atkinson
children: Viola Garwood, Hilda Snyder, Rev Vernon, Arthur E, Elvin E
brother: John J
sister: Lena Grosse, Alma Kuntze, one who died in infancy

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Harrison, Corinne Slade "Cori"
Sept 5,1996 Atkinson Graphic

born July 27 in Cambridge
dau of Mark and Laura Harley Harrison
died Wednesday, Aug 14, Omaha
buried Woodlawn Cem, Atkinson
sister: Gina
grandparents: Mike and Fran Lake, Jack and Doris Harrison, Rev Harold and Myrlen Pat Wood, Art Harley
great grandparents: Marvin and Bunny Lake

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Harshfield, Edward Ashley
Aug 9,1957 Atkinson Graphic

HEART AILMENT FATAL TO EDW HARSHFIELD

born Jan 5,1889 at Battle Creek, Iowa
son of Walter and Rose Ashley Harshfield
married Oct 4,1911 to Mabel C Foster of Moville, Iowa
died Atkinson Aug 8,1957
buried Woodlawn Cem, Atkinson
children: Margaret Watson, Elaine Schorn, Neil
grandchildren: David Harshfield, Nancy and Ronald Harshfield, Michele Schorn
brothers: W S, P F
sisters: Mrs D A Teager, Mrs J E Brigman

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Harshfield, Mabel Caroline Foster
March 19,1965 Atkinson Graphic

DEATH TAKES MRS MABEL HARSHFIELD

born Oct 27,1889 in Pottawattamie County, Iowa
dau of Mose C Foster and Kitty Elliott Foster
married At the home of her parents near Moville, on Oct 4,1911 to Edward A Harshfield of Anthon, Iowa
died Saturday, March 13-Sioux City, Iowa
buried Woodlawn Cem, Atkinson
children: Neil, Margaret Watson, Elaine Schorn
sister: Mae MaCarthy, Maude Davis

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Hart, Julia White Wehrle Hart
(June W)
May 24,1935 Atkinson Graphic

MRS A T HART EXPIRES AFTER LONG ILLNESS
PIONEER BUSINESS WOMAN OF ATKINSON IS LAID TO REST HERE
RITES HELD AT HOME
RESIDED IN ATKINSON NEARLY HALF CENTURY; STORES CLOSE DURING SERVICES WEDNESDAY MORNING

   Atkinson lost a pioneer citizen and busines swoman Sunday, May 19, when Mrs A T Hart expired after an illness of several months duration. Mrs Hart was 74 years of age and had been a resident of this city for nearly half a century.

   Funeral services were conducted Wednesday, the Rev Father John Pieper of St Josephs Church of this city officiated at rites in the home and the grave in Woodlawn Cemetery, where Mrs Hart was laid to rest beside her husband, the late Alexander T Hart. All business places in Atkinson were closed during the services.

   Mrs Hart came to Atkinson with her husband in 1888, shortly after their marriage. A few years later they established a clothing store which for more than 30 years was one of this city's leading business firms. Mrs Hart retired from the business when her husband died on Sept 5,1924. Atkinson's present clothing firm, Webb & Co is successor to the Hart Store and occupies the Hart building.

   Juliet White Wehrle was one of 8 children of Blasus and Cornelia Wehrle. She was born on Nov 25,1869 in Indiana, Pennsylvania, and departed this life at her home in Atkinson, on Sunday, May 19,1935, aged 74 years 5 months and 24 days.

   She attended and finished high school at Indiana, and then attended oberlin College at Oberlin, Ohio, where she took an electrical course. She later was proprietress of a private telegraph office and was one of the pioneers in the business of transporting messages by telegraph.

   At Indian on Sept 5,1888 she was united in marriage to Alexander T Hart. Immediately after their marriage they came to Atkinson and in 1892 became the owners of one of this city's pioneer business firms, which for more than 30 years was known as A T Hart, Head-to-foot Clothier. Mr Hart died on Sept 5,1924.

   Mrs Hart is survived by one daughter, Mrs Grace Wiliams of Omaha, one grandchild, Phyllis Williams of Omaha; two brothers W P of Puntaulawney, Penn and RW of Indiana, Penn, and one sister Clara of Indiana, Penn.

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Hart, May E Palmer
Sept 28,1934 Atkinson Graphic

MAY E HART SUCCUMBS TO HEART ATTACK
PIONEER RESIDENT WAS A BRIDE IN ATKINSON 50 YEARS AGO
RITES HELD THURSDAY
PEO LADIES IN RITUAL SERVICE AT HOME; FOLLOWED BY RITES AT PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

   Death removed from this community another of its pioneer residents when Mrs May E Hart passed away last Monday morning at her home on South Main Street. Mrs Hart was nearly 77 years of age. Early Monday morning just two weeks previous to her death she had suffered a heart attack and had been seriously ill since that time, however, her conditon at times seemed considerably improved.

   Mrs Hart was a bride in Atkinson 50 years ago, when on May 27,1884, at the Arthur Crossman home, she was married to the late Robert N Hart, one of Atkinson's earliest and most successful merchants.

   She knew the life of the pioneer homesteader, having lived on a claim the first few years of her residence here. She knew the problems of the early day merchant, having been associated with her husband in the store here until they retired from business. For many years, and at the time of her death, she was a director of the Security State Bank of this city. Aside from her business activities, she was prominent in local club, lodge, church services.

   Funeral services were held here Thursday, Chapter BU of the PEO Sisterhood of which Mrs Hart was a member, conducting the PEO ritual service at the home followed by rites at Presbyterian Church. Interment was inWoodlawn Cemetery.

   May E Palmer, daughter of James H and Charlotte Palmer, was born near Independence, Iowa, on Jan 13,1858 and died at her home in Atkinson, Nebr, Sept 24,1934 at the age of 76 years 8 months and 11 days.

   Her childhod was spent near Independence, Iowa and after her high school and normal school education she taught school for several years, her last position as a teacher being that of principal of schools at Brandon, Iowa.

   In the month of May 1884, she came to Atkinson to become the bride of Robert N Hart, who then was employed here in the Crossman, Sturdevant, and Graham Store. They were married on May 27, that year, at the Arthur Crossman home here. Mrs Crossman was Mr Hart's sister.

   They took a homestead five miles north and one mile east of Atkinson and for the first few years of Mrs Hart's residence here she lived in the little claim shanty until the land was proved up, while her husband worked in town. When they started housekeeping in town, the claim shanty was moved in and some additions built on. The shanty became the kitchen of the house on south Main street where they lived the remainder of their lives.

   In 1887 Mr and Mrs Hart launched into business, Mr Hart being in partnership in a store with his brother, the late A T Hart. In 1892 they were in the general store known as LaClair and Hart. Some years later Mr Hart bought out the LaClair Interest and he and Mrs Hart conintued in the business until 1913 when they retired. The business is carried on today by the Hoskinson Mercantile Company.

   During her life here, Mrs Hart was prominent in the activities of the Presbyterian Church and at the time of her death was the second oldest member of that church. She was a charter member of Chapter BU of the PEO Sister hood and a member of the Atkinson chapter of the Eastern Star. For several years she also was a member of the Shakespeare and Utile Dulci clubs of this city.

   Her husband preceded her in death on Nov 13,1923. They had no children. Surviving her are three sisters, Mrs Ida Yule, Mrs Harriette Grimes, Mrs Alice Spruce of Chickasha, Okla; an adopted brother, Charles Palmer of Whittier, Calif; a niece, Mrs V C Wibern of Atkinson; who before her marriage had made her home here with Mr and Mrs Hart for 24 years; a nephew Palmer McGuffie of Corona, Calif; three sister in laws Mrs C J Wilson, Mrs A T Hart of Atkinson, Mrs J M Pattison of Omaha.

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Hart, Mrs Nancy G
April 11,1902 Atkinson Graphic

Mrs Nancy G Hart died

Nancy G Hart obituary - born April 17,1827 - died April 6,1902 - married Robert T Hart, had eleven children, buried Atkinson Cem, her children included Mrs A C Crossman and Emma Slater who died Aug 2,1901. Robert Hart died March 18,1894

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Hart, Robert T
March 29,1894 Atkinson Graphic

   Mrs Dr G W Slater, 1694 W Fayette St was called to her old home, Atkinson, Nebr, last Thursday on account of the illness of her father, R T Hart. She arrived home Sunday evening, a few hours before his death, which was caused by a stroke of paralysis (Baltimore Md American)

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Havens, Ansel D
March 2,1928 Atkinson Graphic

IN MEMORIAM ANSEL D HAVENS

   Members of Edward Lenox Relief Corps No 211 sincerely mourn the loss of comrade Havens. We will miss him at our meetings, but will ever remember his loyalty and devotion to the Post and Corps.

   The sympathy of the WRC is extended to the bereaved family.

March 2,1928 CARD OF THANKS

   To all our good friends who have had any part in the happiness and comfort of our honored father and his family throughout the forty years of their residence in Atkison, especially to those who have extended their kindness in the past two years and conducted a beautiful military funeral to the last of teh local GAR, we thank you.

   Mabel Havens, Howard B Havens.

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Havens, Elizabeth M
Jan 15,1932 Atkinson Graphic

MRS C E HAVENS FAILS TO RALLY FROM OPERATION
PIONEER ATKINSON WOMAN LOSES GALLANT FIGHT AGAINST DEATH
PASSED AWAY TUESDAY
WAS FIRST WORTHY MATRON EASTERN STAR AND ONE OF LEADERS IN WOMEN'S ACTIVITIES

   Mrs Elizabeth A Havens, resident of Atkinson for almost 44 years, wife of former State Representative Chas E Havens, lost a gallant fight against death Tuesday, Jan 11 when she passed away in Stuart. Mrs Havens, who was 69 years of age,had been in the hospital about 8 weeks and underwent two major operations in that time. Her condition at all times had been serious, hwoever there was considerable hope for her recovery up until a few hours before her death.

   Mrs Havens was a charter member of Atkinson Order of Eastern Star and was first worthy matron of that organization. For 14 years she served the lodge as secretary and at one time was appointed district supervisor of the order. Mr Havens is a charter member of Eastern Star.

   Throughout her life in Atkinson, Mrs Havens, was one of the leaders among women's social activities. She was a close student of literature and especially enjoyed the works of Shakespeare, acting as president of the Atkinson Shakespeare club for three terms.

   For many years she taught a Sunday School Class in Methodist Church and also sang in the choir. She became a member of the church at Kankakee when a girl of 12 years of age.

   A few weeks ago, Dec 21, although Mrs Havens was very seriously ill in the hospital, she and Mr Havens happily observed their golden wedding anniversary.

   Funeral services were held at Havens home in this city, burial in Woodlawn Cemetery.

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Havranek, Louis James
March 17,2005 Atkinson Graphic

LOUIS J HAVRANEK

born Nov 29,1909 at Gross, Nebr
son of James M and Mary Scheinost Havranek
married Willia D Broeker on March 10,1948 at Norfolk
died March 8,2005 at O’Neill
buried Woodlawn Cem, Atkinson
children: Larry
brothers: Frank, Jim, Al, Charles and Edwin
sisters: Bessie, Elsie, Mary and Libby
U S Army May 4,1942 to Dec 15,1944

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Hayden, Charlotte Bernice Huskie
Nov 22,1984 Atkinson Graphic

MEMORIAL RITES HELD FOR MRS HAYDEN

born Oct 21,1918 in Denver, Colorado
dau of James and Bernice Wolverton Huskie
married George Hayden
died Nov 12 Atkinson
buried Woodlawn Cem, Atkinson
children: Buck, Sharon Wells
brother: Warren

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Hayden, George Theodore
June 24,2004 Atkinson Graphic

GEORGE HAYDEN

born Feb 19,1919 in Meadow Grove, Nebr
son of Emmett Raymond and Louisa May (Shaw) Hayden
married Charlotte Huskie on Oct 29, 1940 at Yuma, Arizona - she died 1984
married Lorraine Mohr in 1987
died Plattsmouth, Nebr on June 17,2004
buried Woodlawn Cem, Atkinson
children: Buck, Sharon Wells
grandchildren: Lisa Turner; Cade Leona Strait; Jodie Escott; and Amber Green
sisters: Leona Tolin, Alice Hinson
brother: Robert

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Heiser, Henry F
Nov 2,1972 Atkinson Graphic

RITES HELD FOR RANCHER HENRY HEISER

Nov 9,1972 Atkinson Graphic

RITES HELD FOR HENRY HEISER, 88

born Aug 2/7,1884 at Eldorado, Nebr
son of Henry Heiser. Margaret Schwartz
married Elizabeth Aug 11,19?
died at his home Sunday, Oct 29
buried Woodlawn Cem, Atkinson
children: Edwin, Alvin, Katherine Wadsworth
brothers: - 2
sisters: - 2

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Henderson, Belle Sowerby
Sept 18,1914 Atkinson Graphic

DEATH OF PIONEER WOMAN

   Mrs H E Henderson passed away at her home in east Atkinson Sept 9th, aged 59 years, 10 months and 4 days. Deceased had been ailing frompartial paralysis for the past two years.

   Belle Sowerby was born Nov 5,1854 at Philadelphia, Penn, and removed with her parents to Galva, Henry Co, Ill, where she grew to womanhood. She was married to H E Henderson March 5,1874.

   She removed to Holt Co in the spring of 1883, where she has since resided.

   7 children were born to this union, all living except one daughter who departed this life at the age of 15 years.

   Deceased united with Methodist Church at Galva, Ill, soon after her marriage.

   Funeral services were held Sept 10 at the home conducted by Rev W S York and interment made in Woodlawn Cemetery.

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Henderson, Daisy
March 14,1895 Atkinson Graphic

   Died on Friday March 8, Daisy, daughter of H E Henderson of Pleasantview Township, aged 15 years of diphtheria.

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Henderson, Henry Ennis
Dec 8,1939 Atkinson Graphic

DEATH TAKES PIONEER RESIDENT OF ATKINSON
H E HENDERSON, 86, DIES AT HOME OF DAUGHTER, MRS CLIFFORD; RITES HELD WEDNESDAY

   Death removed a well known pioneer resident of this community when Henry Ennis Henderson passed away Monday, Dec 4 at the home of his daughter, Mrs R O Clifford of Aktinson, Mr Henderson was 86 years of age and had lived in this community most of the time since 1882.

   Besides Mrs Clifford, another daughter, Mr Myra Maring (that's the way it is in the paper) and a son, Frank Henderson, survive him.

   Funeral services were held at the Methodist Church in Atkinson Wednesday. Interment was made in Woodlawn Cemetery, the pallbearers being Bob Clifford, Freddie Boettcher, Earl Coxbill, Albert Lemmer, Rudy Dvorak and Tom Maring, all relatives of the deceased.

   Henry Ennis Henderson was born at Jacksonville, Morgan County, Illinois, April 28,1853 and peacefully passed away at the home of his daughter, Mrs Clifford in Atkinson, Monday, Dec 4,1939, at the age of 86 years, 7 months, and 6 days. He was the last known surviving member of a family of 13 children.

   When he was 9 years of age his mother, died, and he made his home with a married sister, at Galva, Henry County, Ill, until he became of age.

   He was united in marriage onMarch 5,1874 to Miss Belle Sowerby, a young school teacher.

   In 1882 he came to Holt County with his wife and five children, and filed on a homestead near Atkinson, starting a new home on the prairie. Here two more children were born.

   They continued on the farm for 26 years and then moved to Atkinson where his wife passed away on Sept 8,1914. After his wife's death, Mr Henderson made his home in Lincoln, and in Missouri for several years. He came to live with his daughter, Mrs Clifford, in Atkinson six years ago.

   He was one of the sturdy pioneers who by his determination stayed to hlep develop the natural resources of this once desolate prairie. He was a kindly, jovial man and easily made friends, especially with little children, whom he loved.

   He leaves to mourn his death, one son, Frank and two daughters, Mrs Myra Maring and Mrs Maude Clifford. 15 grandchildren, and 12 great grandchildren, besides a host of friends and neighbors.

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Hendricks, Edna Alberta Cannon
Sept 19,1952 Atkinson Graphic

RITES HELD HERE FOR MRS HENDRICKS, 71

born Sept 27,1880 in Clarksville, Iowa
dau of James and Josephine Cannon
married July 15,1903, to Oscar Nile Hendricks - he died Sept 1930
died Tuesday in Atkinson. Sept 16
buried Woodlawn Cem, Atkinson
children: Willard who died in infancy, Mark, Edna Frickel, Harold G, Joseph J, Marjorie Nelson, Lucile Sutherland
brothers: Dr F H Cannon, Lester, Louis, Westlake
sister: Mrs H L Grund, Mrs Ed Wagner
half sister: Mrs Warren Mathiny

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Henning, John A
Jan 27,1922 Atkinson Graphic

JOHN A HENNING

   John A Henning, a resident of Holt County for 42 years, passed away at 12:30 am Monday the 23rd inst at the home of his daughter-in-law, Mrs Albert Henning, 12 miles northeast of Atkinson, his death due to a stroke of paralysis.

   John Henning was born in Faesdorf, Germany, April 27,1851.

   In 1871 he came to this country, settling in Cook Co, Illinois.

   He was united in marriage to Sophia Jennings, Oct 10,1875. To this union 3 children were born. Henry, Albert and John.

   In the winter of 1880 he came to Holt County settling 12 miles northeast of Atkinson, where he resided till 1902 when he moved to Atkinson where he lived until his wife’s death in 1920 then he made his home with his children.

   He leaves to mourn his departure Henry of Long Pine, John of Atkinson. Albert having preceded him in death five months. There are ten grandchildren and two great grandchildren.

   John Henning had one brother and one sister. His father and mother, brother and sister, are dead, he being the last of his family.

   The funeral services were held Wednesday afternoon at the Methodist Church in Atkinson, conducted by the pastor of the Lutheran church and interment made in Woodlawn Cemetery.

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Heuton, Emma Florence Enbody
Sept 13,1963 Atkinson Graphic

LIFELONG RESIDENT OF AREA DIES

born July 2 ? at Emmet
dau of Lo? and Henrietta Sher? Enboyd
married Henry J Heuton, on Aug 1905 at Emmet
died Monday, Sept 9 at her home
buried Woodlawn Cem, Atkinson
children: 3 daughters and 1 son

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Hewett, Mary Corrigan
July 1,1949 Atkinson Graphic

DEATH TAKES MRS HEWETT AT RUSHVILLE

born May 22,1873 in Chicago, Ill
dau of Thomas and Rosa Corrigan
married Sept 9,1890 to William B Hewett - he died April 30, 1934
died Saturday, June 25 , 1949 at Rushville
buried Woodlawn Cem, Atkinson
children: One son and one daughter died in infancy, Elmer, William, Dale, Clair, Laura Parker
sister: Etta
grandchildren: Mrs Mary Jane Dana; Arlene Hewett, daughters of Mr and Mrs William Hewett; Vernon Hewett, Elmer Floyd; Billy Jefferson, Robert James and Ray, and James , sons of Mr and Mrs Elmer Hewett; Donald and Lorraine, children of Mr and Mrs Dale Hewett and Gary, son of Mr and Mrs Clair Hewett

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Hiatt, Elizabeth Nancy Burtch
Feb 6,1925 Atkinson Graphic

AGED WIFE OF CIVIL WAR VETERAN DIES
MRS S A HIATT WAS HOLT COUNTY PIONEER; HUSBAND, MEMBER GAR SURVIVES

   Mrs S A Hiatt, wife of one of the few remaining members of the Atkinson GAR post, died at her home near Amelia, Jan 28 at the age of 83 years. Mr and Mrs Hiatt are old settlers of Holt County, living for a number of years near Amelia.

   Elizabeth Nancy Burtch was born Jan 21,1842 in Dark County, Ohio, where she grew to womanhood. April 14,1867 she was united in marriage to Stephen Ayres Hiatt. To this union 8 children were born, for of whom died in infancy, 3 daughters and 1 son are now living in Holt county and were at the bedside of their mother when she died.

   She was the oldest daughter of the family, having 5 sisters and 1 brother, all of whom preceded her in death.

   Mrs Hiatt's father was a United Brethran Preacher and later a Methodist Minister until his death.

   Funeral services were conducted by the Rev Rasmussen of Johnston and interment was made in Woodlawn Cemetery in Atkinson, Saturday, Jan 21st.

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Hickman, Ella Marie Prange
Sept 13,1973 Atkinson Graphic

RITES HELD FOR ATKINSON STORE OWNER

born Brunswick, on Nov 18,1916
dau of Fritze and Katherine Prance
married April 10,1936 to Thomas Franklin Hickman at Burke, SD - He died May 1,1972
died Sept 7 in O'Neill
buried Woodlawn Cem, Atkinson
children: Ronald Lee died April 17,1961, Thomas J, Gwenda Gay Kuhl, LaNae Lynn Beach
brothers: Art, Walt, Louis
sister: Maudie Collins

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Hickman, Mary Ellen Clark
April 11,1930 Atkinson Graphic

MRS MARY HICKMAN PASSED AWAY MONDAY
BODY BROUGHT FROM SOLDIERS HOME AT GRAND ISLAND FOR BURIAL IN WOODLAWN CEMETERY

   Mrs Mary E Hickman, mother of S A Hickman of Atkinson, passed away Monday at Soldiers and Sailors Home in Grand Island, where she has made her home the past year and a half. She was 84 years of age. Two years ago, while living in Atkinson, Mrs Hickman suffered a stroke and since that time has been in failing health.

   Funeral services were held in Methodist Church, Atkinson, Wednesday, burial was made in Woodlawn Cemetery beside the body of her husband who died 7 years ago.

   Mary Ellen Clark, was born at Delphi, Ind, Nov 23,1845. She departed this life April 7,1930 in Grand Island, being at the time of her death 84 years, 4 months and 18 days old.

   On Nov 26,1869 she was united in marriage to Thomas J Hickman at Sterling, Ill. For a few years they lived in southwestern Missouri. In 1875 they came to Nemaha Co, Nebr where they made their home until 1902, when they moved on a farm 6 miles southeast of Atkinson. Later they moved into Atkinson which has since been their home.

   Her husband, T J Hickman, died July 10,1923. After her husband's death Mrs Hickman continued to live in Atkinson until about 18 months ago, when she went to the Soldiers and Sailors Home in Grand Island.

   She leaves to mourn her death her only child, S A Hickman of Atkinson; 4 granddaughters, 1 grandson and 6 great grandchildren. 4 brothers, 2 sisters and her many friends.

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Hickman, Ronald Lee
April 21,1961 Atkinson Graphic

DEATH TAKES 22 YEAR OLD RON HICKMAN

born Sept 11,1938 at Atkinson
son of Franklin Hickman and Ella Marie Prange Hickman
died Monday, April 17 in Omaha. encephatitis (sleeping sickness)
buried Woodlawn Cem, Atkinson
brother: Thomas Jerry
sisters: G? Gay and LaNae Lynn

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Hickman, Thos Franklin
May 4,1972 Atkinson Graphic

FRANKLIN HICKMAN DIES SUDDENLY

born Atkinson, Dec 9,1909
son of Samuel and Vera Bantz Hickman
married Miss Ella Prange at Burke, SD, April 10,1936
died Monday in O'Neill
buried Woodlawn Cem, Atkinson
children: Jerry, Ronald died 11 years ago, Gwenda Kuhl, LaNae Beach
grandchildren: Sonya and Gregory Kuhl
sisters: Lelia Anatiss, Ethel Johnson, Mrs Guy Beckwith, Sylvia Coleman

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Hickman, Thomas Jerry
July 3,1986 Atkinson Graphic

RITES HELD FOR JERRY HICKMAN, 49

born April 17,1937 in Atkinson
son of Thomas and Ella Prange Hickman
died June 27 in Omaha
buried Woodlawn Cem, Atkinson
children: Thomas Lee
sisters: LaNae Beach, Gwenda Kuhl
four years in the U S Air Force

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Hickok, Algean Cleone
March 13,1931 Atkinson Graphic

ALGEAN HICKOK DIES IN OMAHA HOSPITAL
DEATH FROM SPINAL MENINGITIS FOLLOWS COMPLICATIONS CAUSED BY CASE OF MEASLES

   Sympathy of this community went out to Mr and Mrs Eugene V Hickok last week, when on Friday it was learned that their little daughter , Algean Cleonne, age 5, passed away at the Lord Lister hospital in Omaha where she had been taken for medical treatment.

   Spinal Meningitis, which developed following an operation Feb 25 for mastoid trouble, was the cause of the child's death. Two months ago Algean had the measles and since that time suffered with ear trouble. On Feb 25 Mr and Mrs Hickok took her to the hospital in Omaha and the operationwas performed. The next day she lapsed into a state of unconsciousness from which she never recovered.

   Algean Cleone was born at Atkinson, March 3,1926. Her death came just three days after her fifth birthday. Funeral services were conducted Sunday at Presbyterian Church. Algean was a member of beginner's class of Presbyterian Sunday School and was always present at services.

   Besides her parents she leaves to mourn her departure, two brothers Wayne and Loren, many other relatives and a host of little friends.

March 13,1931 Atkinson Graphic

OUR DARLING

thank you and poem

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Hickok, R Mildred Dughman
Jan 1,1987 Atkinson Graphic

SERVICES HELD FOR MRS E V HICKOK

born Jan 13,1894 at Douglas, Nebr
dau of Francis and Mary DeLaney Dughman
married Eugene V Hickok in Manhattan, Kan, on Dec 8,1917
died Saturday in Atkinson
buried Woodlawn Cem, Atkinson
children: Wayne, Lorne, Verne, daughter
brothers: - 2
sisters: - 2

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Hieter, Jennie Uno Van Fleet
March 6,1975 Atkinson Graphic

SERVICES HELD FOR MRS HIETER

born Oct 8,1903 in Atkinson
dau of Jennie Transue and Fred Van Fleet
married May 15,1937 Dorsey Hieter in Yankton, SD
died Feb 18 in Fremont
buried Woodlawn Cem, Atkinson
children: Joyce Walnofer
sisters: Mabel, Myrtle
brother: twin who died at birth

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Hipke, Gordon Ansel
July 5,1935 Atkinson Graphic

CANCER IS FATAL TO ELEVEN YEAR OLD LAD
GORDON ANSEL HIPKE, ATKINSON, VICTIM OF MALADY UNUSUAL FOR ONE SO YOUNG

   Gordon Ansel Hipke, 11 year old son of Mr and Mrs Roy Hipke, who live on a farm northwest of Atkinson, sometime ago complained of a sore throat. His parents followed the usual procedure in treating a common sore throat, nothing unusual for children.

   But Gordon's proved to be a stubborn case and instead of improving with home treatment it got worse. When a doctor was called it was learned that the lad was suffering with a cancer- a rare case for one so young as he. He was brought to the Olson hospital in Atkinson and at 4 o'clock Monday morning, July 1, death brought a merciful end to his suffering.

   Funeral services were held at St John's Lutheran church in this city Tuesday. Burial was in Woodlawn Cemetery,six of Gordon's brothers acting as pallbearers.

   Gordon Ansel Hipke, son of Roy and Sophie Hipke, was born April 5, 1924 on a farm southeast of atkinson. At the time of his death his age was 11 years 2 months and 25 days. Besides his parents, he is survived by two sisters, Goldie Fern andSylvia Mae and 8 brothers, Lester L, Russell P, George M, Reed E, John C, Neil E, Dale A and Zane A. His maternal grandparents and paternal grandmother also survive, together with a host of little friends who will miss him greatly.

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Hipke, Roy William
Nov 7,1941 Atkinson Graphic

ROY W HIPKE, 52, IS TAKEN BY DEATH
ATKINSON FARMER PAST 18 YEARS EXPIRES IN OMAHA HOSPITAL AFTER 2 MONTH ILLNESS

   Roy W Hipke, 52, Atkinson farmer for the past 18 years, died Sunday in an Omaha hospital. Mr Hipke had been seriously ill for 2 months preceding his death. He is survived by his wife and ten children. The family lived on the Hewitt ranch northwest of Atkinson.

   Funeral services were held at the Seger Funeral Home in Atkinson at 1:30 Wednesday afternoon. . Burial was in Woodlawn Cemetery.

   Roy William Hipke, son of Charles and Lena Mitchell Hipke, was born at Schuyler, Nebr, Jan 8,1889 and departed this life Nov 2,1941 at Omaha, after an illness of 2 months.

   When he was 10 years of age he moved with his parents to a farm near Clarks and at that place grew to manhood.

   On Jan 8,1911 he was united in marriage to Sophia C Zwiebel at Clarks. Immediately after their marriage they moved to a farm just north of Clarks. He continued his farming operations there until 1923 when he and his family moved to a farm south of Atkinson.

   Four yeas later he moved to the Hewitt ranch northwest of Atkinson, where he continued to make his home until the time of his death.

   To this union were born 9 sons and 2 daughters, Lester, Russell, George, Reed, John, Neal, Gordon, Dale, Zane, Goldie and Sylvia. With their mother, all of the children survive except Gordon who passed away in 1935.

   He is also survived by his mother, Mrs Lena Hipke of Clarks, 2 sisters Mrs Sella Kohl of Clarks and Mrs Stena Hink of Julesburg, Colorado, 2 brothers, Zirrell of Pocatello, Idaho and Elza of Silver Creek, Nebr.

   He was a devoted husband and father.

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Hipke, Russell P
Jan 10,2008 Holt County Independent & Atkinson Graphic

born Sept 12,1913 at Clarks
son of Roy and Sophia Zwiebel Hipke
married May 24,1942 Helen Mae Mellor
died Sunday, Jan 6,2008 in Stuart
buried Woodlawn Cem, Atkinson
children: Roy, Keith, R Wynn, Lloyd, Marian Caffee
brothers: George, John, Neil, Dale, Zane, Lester, Reed, Gordon
sisters: Goldie Kelley, Sylvia Strong

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Hitchcock, Jasper Averell
Aug 7,1997 Atkinson Graphic

JASPER HITCHCOCK

born Atkinson Aug 17,1911
son of John Wright and Ida Isabelle Hitchcock
married Helen Anderson at Menno, SD
died Atkinson Sunday, Aug 3,1997
buried Woodlawn Cem, Atkinson
brother: George
sisters: Irma Ruther, Evadene Shald

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Hitchcock, John Wesley
April 19,1912 Atkinson Graphic

OBITUARY

   John Wesley Hitchcock was born at McCluney, Perry Co, Ohio. May 25,1848 where his boyhood days were spent and was married to Susie Hoops, June 15,1867.

   From 1868 until 1878 they resided at Armington, Ill, from 1878 until 1882 at Bedford, Iowa, coming to Holt County in 1882, he has lived near and in Atkinson until death took him from relatives and friends April 8,1912.

   In the early times meetings were held at the school houses and at Grand Prairie he and his wife side by side united with the United Brethren Church from which the membership was never changed.

   Nov 16,1890 the wife died leaving a family of small children but Bible reading and family prayers was kept up with one chair empty. Death again visited the home April 24,1903, taking the youngest daughter, Anna, at the age of 15 years, one daughter died in infancy.

   There are 4 sons and 2 daughters surviving, all living near and doing all that earthly hands could do to comfort his last moments and attending him to his last restingplace. There are 13 little grand children that miss grandpa.

   Thus according to the Heavenly Father’s plan the circle on earth is breaking that home circle beyond may be completed.

   Funeral services were held at the Methodist Church Wednesday afternoon at 2 o’clock conducted by the pastor, Rev W S York and interment made in Woodlawn Cemetery.

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Hitchcock, Laura Allbee
Aug 21,1914 Atkinson Graphic

   Mrs C C Hitchcock died at Lincoln, last Saturday morning and the remains were brought home for interment, Saturday evening.

   Laura Allbee was born near Reynolds, Ill, March 20,1872. With her parents she moved to Iowa in 1879, came to Nebr in 1887, in which state she has since resided except for a period of time spent in Iowa soon after her marriage.

   She was married to Chas C Hitchcock, Aug 20,1894 at Madison, Nebr. To this union two children were born, Orville and Fern.

   For many years the deceased has lived in Atkinnson and vicinity. About five years ago ill health came to her, and the years following were full of suffering. Early in July she went to Lincoln to consult a medical expert and take treatment for her malady, but to little avail, for death had marked her as one of his victims. She passed to her reward as the new day was dawning, Aug 15,1914. When convinced that the end was near she resigned all things to the hand of her Heavenly Father, "Who doeth all things well," sang a verse of hymn "Jesus lover of my soul, Let me to thy bosom fly" and also a verse of that good old hymn "Come those fount of every blessing, Tune my Heart to sing thy grace". When the messenger came, with a farewell of peace she left the loved of earth for the loved of that sun bright clime where there is no sickness or death, tears or pain of parting.

   When she came to the valley and shadow of death there was no fear of evil for the presence of the Good Shepherd dispelled all fear.

   She leaves to mourn her early departure, a husband ,Chas C Hitchcock; son Orville; daughter, Fern; father and mother, Mr and Mrs G W Allbee of Superiour, Nebr; 3 brothers and 4 sisters, namely, John of Superior; Cynthia Gardner of Chicago; Clara of Lincoln; Allen of Harlan, Iowa; Charles of Superior; Cora Hammers of Silver City, Iowa; Mae McKeown of Webber, Kan; besides a host of freinds.

   The funeral services were held Monday and interment was made in Woodlawn Cemetery.

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Hitchcock, Mary Elizabeth Enbody
April 9,1965 Atkinson Graphic

MRS HITCHOCK DIES; RITES SATURDAY

April 16,1965 Atkinson Graphic

SERVICES HELD FOR MRS FRED HITCHCOCK

born Feb 27,1879 at Bloomington, Ill
dau of Lucien Enbody
married Fred Hitchcock on March 21,1900 - He died April 8,1952
died April 8 in Atkinson
buried Woodlawn Cem, Atkinson
children: Hazel Baab
grandchildren: Mrs Charles Smith, Mrs IrvenForges
sisters: Pearl Wahl, - 3

Submitted by Doris Counts

Hitchcock, Wright
July 22,1949 Atkinson Graphic

RITES HELD SUNDAY FOR W HITCHCOCK

died Thursday, July 14 in Norfolk
buried Woodlawn Cem, Atkinson

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Hoffman, Dorothy Alvina Frickel
April 6,2000 Atkinson Graphic

DOROTHY HOFFMAN

born May 3,1921 at Atkinson
dau of Conrad and Maria Reiter Frickel
married Edward LeRoy "Duke" Hoffman on Dec 21, 1946 at Hiawatha, Kan
died at home on March 30,2000
buried Woodlawn Cem, Atkinson
children: Roger and Gary
sisters: Esther Syfie and Lillian Marquardt, - 3
brothers: - 4

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Holm, Rosetthia Ettie Jones
May 30,1991 Atkinson Graphic

UNIQUE GRAVESTONE TRIBUTE TO GREAT GRANDMOTHER HOLM

died two months after May 31,1887 Atkinson
buried Woodlawn Cem, Atkinson
children: Rose, Lillie Hansen born May 31,1887
great grandchildren: E C McGilvary III

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Holmberg, Trever Blake
April 3,1997 Atkinson Graphic

TREVER BLAKE HOLMBERG

born Feb 5,1997 in Atkinson
son of Cathy Holmberg - Nathan Kramer
died March 24,1997 in Atkinson
buried Woodlawn Cem, Atkinson
grandparents: Pat and Marion Holmberg Rollie and Judy Kramer

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Houts, Earl
Dec 1979 Atkinson Graphic

GRAVESIDE RITES HELD FOR EARL HOUTS, 90

married 1910 to Ruth Lauder in Atchison Co, Mo - she died 1970
married Dot Brown
died Sunday Nov 28 at Hamburg, Iowa
buried Woodlawn Cem, Atkinson
children: Charlene, Hallie Green, James
sisters: Amanda, Tillie Backof, Elsie Morgan

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Hoxsie, Bonnie Jean
Nov 14,1947 Atkinson Graphic

RITES ARE HELD HERE FOR BABY BONNIE JEAN HOXSIE

born Burwell, Tuesday, Nov 11
dau of Delbert Hoxsie
buried Woodlawn Cem, Atkinson
grandparents: Mr and Mrs William C Gumb and Clarence Hoxsie

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Hoxsey, Archie
June 16,1911 Atkinson Graphic

FATHER AND SON BURIED IN SAME GRAVE
ARCHIE HOXEY'S ASHES FIND FINAL RESTING PLACE
DUST OF THE DARING AVIATOR, ARCHIE HOXSEY, KILLED AT THE AVIATION MEET IN LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA, IN DECEMBER, NO REPOSES UPON THE BOSOM OF HIS FATHER IN WOODLAWN CEMETERY IN ATKINSON, NEBRASKA

   In the presence of a considerable number of his old neighbors and boyhood companions, the ashes of Archie Hoxsey were intered in the same grave with his father on Wednesday morning June 13 at 9:30. the procession from the Moore home to the cemetery was entirely of automobiles. The Masonic lodge of which Archie’s father was a member attended the grave in a body, and many old neighbors and friends who remember Archie as a bright and energetic lad brought tributes of floral offerings.

   The service at the grave was simple and consisted of a poem entitled "Hoxsey,t he King of the Golden Skies" read by Miss Isabella Havens, the reading of the burial service from the ritual by Rev A H York, pastor of the Atkinson M E Church.

   Mrs Hoxsey, mother of the dead aviator was not present owing to poor health, making the long journey from Pasadena to Nebraska impossible.

   The ashes were brought here by Mrs Mary E Rogers of Pasadena, an old neighbor and friend of Mrs Hoxsey. Mrs Rogers was accompanied from Fremont by her sister, Mrs J B Archerd. They arrived in Atkinson on the evening train, June 12th.

   At the close of the rites at the grave, Mrs Rogers delivered her message from Mrs Hoxsey to her old friends and neighbors of Atkinson, saying, that while Mrs Hoxsey had adopted Pasadena as her home still her best heart’s love was for Atkinson and this spot (the grave) where her best loved are sleeping.

   Archie Hoxsey was a boy of which any mother might well be proud. It was he who won the honors in the Aviation meet and took ex-president Roosevelt for a ride in his plane at St Louis and he also held a record for height of flight and endurance won on the day he lost his life at the meet in Los Angeles.

   Young Hoxsey was courage personified, and it is our belief that in the future, when the air has been conquered and aviation become safe, the historian in writing the story of that conquest will look upon the sacrifice of his young life as that of a bold spirit; foremost and martyr to a cause worthy of the highest ambitions of men.

   But we here pay tribute not merely because his life was sacrificed, but also because of the sterling strength of moral character in a young man who could refuse the glass of champagne offered by the hand of Roosevelt himself at a banquet given in Hoxsey’s honor at St Louis, by turning his glass up side down, placing his hand firmly upon it and saying, "No, water is good enough for me."

   We here append the poem read by Miss Havens at the grave.

"Hoxsey King of the Golden Skies" by Howard Carleton Tripp.

"With active arms, where the red blood flows,
And a mighty mind that does and knows;
With a victor’s voice that says, "I will"
And a superb soul death cannot kill;
With calm, cool courage a man defies
The winds and tides of the upper skies!
Up, from the plains, near the ocean’s strand,
Up, from the world o’er the mountains grand
Up, far up through the cloudlands gray,
With the man made wings,he soars away-
Away from the lowly things of earth
He sweeps and swings in the maddest mirth!
Swings and sweeps through the Purple Zone
To realms that no man yet hath known;
While the craft he guides, with its eagle wings
A dean of progress sings and sings;
Bidding the bravest to admire
And fly to the end of the soul’s desire!
What thoughts surge on through the young man’s brain
Cannot be known to the peopled plain
Where the thousands sit, with their longing eyes
Making a race against time and fate
To write his name on the Age’s gate!
What dreams he dreamed, in his glory ride
Sweeping from earth through the trackless tide"
What dreams of mother,of treasures rare,
Of things subdued in the upper air,
While his craft sailed on to the Heaven’s rim,
Can only be known to God and him!
Oh, the thoughts he thought in the Royal Blue
And the hopes he had, may they all come true
While he was away! Look, a speck appears,
From the throats below ten thousand cheers
At his coming back- then, a stiffied breath
And Hoxsey falls to the earth and death!
"To death," did I say? No, his spirit wings
throughout the world with the deathless things
though his craft was wrecked, and he, as a clod
lay lifeless and bruised in the eyes of God
and the sight of man, yet his spirit hears,
while we pay the homage of cheers and tears,

   It need scarcely be added that many warm hearts in Atkinson sorrow with their old friend and neighbor in her grief.

June 16,1911 Holt County Independent

   The ashes of A Hoxie, the daring aviator who lost his life in a daring flight at Los Angeles, California, Dec 31,1910, was deposited in the grave of his father at Atkinson Tuesday morning. The deceased was a former resident of Atkinson where he spent his early boyhood days.

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Hoxsey, Mrs Archibald
June 27,1924 Atkinson Graphic

HOXSEY'S MOTHER IS BURIED HERE
ASHES REST WITH THOSE OF HER PIONEER AVIATOR SON, ARCHIE.
USED TO LIVE HERE
SON HELD WORLD ALTITUDE RECORD WHEN KILLED IN LOS ANGELES IN 1910

   The ashes of Mrs Archibald Hoxsey, mother of Archie Hoxsey, the daring pioneer aviator who was killed in a crash in Los Angeles in 1910, were buried here in Woodlawn Cemetery Tuesday, June 24,1924 beside those of her son, Archie and the body of her husband.

   Mrs Hoxsey died at her home in Pasedna, California, last Oct, and it was her wish that her body be cremated and the ashed buried in Atkinson where the family used to live and where her son and husband are buried. She was 60 years of age.

   The Hoxsey family, many years ago, were residents of Atkinson, where the father, Archibald Hoxsey, operated the Atkinson Roller Mills. Shortly after his death, Mrs Hoxsey moved from here and made her home in Pasedena, where a daughter, Mrs Ona Hutchison, now lives.

   Archie, her son, left Atkinson where a small boy but is still remembered by many who went to school here with him. He was considered one of this country's pioneer aviators, and at the time of his death at the Aviation meet in Los Angeles he held world records for altitude. He was honored in having the privilege of giving Theodore Roosevelt his first ride in an airplane. Archie's ashes were buried beside the body of his father here, June 13,1911.

   At the time of her son's death and burial Mrs Hoxsey, who was then in Pasedena, and could not be here on account of ill health, said, that although she had adopted Pasedena as her home her best heart's love was for Atkinson and the spot where her best loved are sleeping. It was her request that her ashes be buried here.

   The ashes were shipped to Mrs A D Havens, at whose home a short service was conducted by Rev E L LPeterson. The last rites at the grave were in charge of Masonic Lodge of which Mrs Hoxsey's husband was a member.

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Humpal, Edward Frank
Nov 13,1925 Atkinson Graphic

EDWARD FRANK HUMPAL

   Edward Frank Humpal, was born in Jones County, Iowa, June 9,1872, and passed away at his home in Atkinson,Nov 12,1925, at the age of 53 years, 5 months and 3 days.

   He moved with his parents to Butler Co, Nebr, when a child and came to Atkinson 39 years ago,making his home here ever since.

   He was united in marriage to Mary Skrdla,July 17,1900. 3 children, Charles, Bertha and Edward were born to this union and all survive their father.

   Mr Humpal though able most of the time to be at his place of business, had been a sufferer from tuberculosis for several years. His failing health had been observed by his friends although his death came as a shock, at the last being brought about by an attack of influenza.

   Besides his immediate family the wife and children, he leaves to mourn, five brothers, three sisters and many other relatives and friends. His kindly presence will be missed in the community of which he has so long been a part.

   Funeral services were held Saturday, Nov 14, from St John's Lutheran Church and interment was made in Woodlawn Cemetery. A very large concourse of friends attended the obsequies.

Nov 13,1925 Atkinson Graphic

ED F HUMPAL SUCCUMS TO ATTACK OF INFLUENZA

   Edward F Humpal,long a resident of Atkinson, died at his home in this city Thursday, the 12th inst.

   Mr Humpal had been ailing for several years from tubercular trouble and his death was hastened by an attack of influenza from which he had been suffereing the past ten days.

   The hour of funeral service will be announced from the home.

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Humpal, James F
Oct 2,1964 Atkinson Graphic

JAMES HUMPAL DIES; RITES HERE TODAY

died Wednesday afternoon, Sept 30 in Omaha
buried Woodlawn Cem, Atkinson
children: Regina Witter, William, Arthur

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Humpal, Julia K Hadamek
July 18,1952 Atkinson Graphic

MRS JAMES F HUMPAL DIES SUDDENLY HERE

born May 12,1877 in Czechoslovakia
married James F Humpal of Atkinson in 1894
died at her home in Atkinson, Monday, July 14
buried Woodlawn Cem, Atkinson
children: William J, Arthur A, Regina Witter, Julia
grandchildren: Mrs Evelyn Campbell; Wilard H and Merlin, children of William J., Mrs Katheleen Gaylor, Mrs Donna Rae Cole, Marilyn, childrenof Arthur A. George, son of Regina Witter

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Humpal, Mary
Feb 15,1894 Atkinson Graphic

MORTUARY

   Died near Atkinson, Feb 12th, 1894. Mary Humpal, aged 65 years.

   The deceased was the worthy consort of Jacob Humpal, and was born in Bohemia in1820. She was married to her surviving husband in 1852 and this union was blessed with twelve children—nine boys and three girls, and all were present at the obsequies. Mrs Humpal was a true and faithful matron, having reared a large family whose industry and christian deportment have made them all worthy and respected members of the community in which they have long resided.

   Mr Humpal and family are numbered among the most worthy residents of western Holt, and the sudden demise of this estimable matron, who was only ill about 24 hours, it’s a dispensation that carries with its results a sore affliction, not only tot he bereavedmembers of the pleasant family circle she had nurtured and reared, but also to the wide circle of neighbors and friends who appreciated and admired her worth and social attributes.

   The Graphic sincerely condoles with the family in this hour of their sore bereavement, and, in this expression of sorrow, it but reflects the feeling of the many who knew and prized the domestic and social life of this worthy woman.

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Hupp, Louisa A Messersmith
March 17,1933 Atkinson Graphic

HEART ATTACK FATAL TO MRS LOUISA HUPP
FUNERAL SERVICE HELD WEDNESDAY AT METHODIST CHURCH FOR AGED ATKINSON RESIDENT

   Suffering a heart attack shortly before noon on Thursday, March 9, Mrs Louisa A Hupp, aged resident of this city, failed to recover from its effects and passed away Monday, March 13. Mrs Hupp was almost 74 years of age. She lived here with her son, Milo W Hupp, who is employed as shop mechanic at Seger Bros Ford Garage. She had been in ill health for a number of years.

   Funeral services were conducted Wednesday at Methodist Church, burial was in Woodlawn Cemetery.

   Louisa A Messersmith was born June 2, 1859 in Putman Co, Mo, died at Atkinson, March 13,1933 aged 73 years, 9 months and 11 days. When but a small girl she moved with her parents to Coon Rapids, Iowa, and at that place was married to Nathan D Hupp on Jan 25,1879.

   To this union were born four children, David J, Goldie, Charles E and Milo W. Two of these died in infancy and Charles died April 6,1910. The father passed away in 1916. Mrs Hupp is survived by one son, Milo W and one adopted son, Bernard Blackmore, both of Atkinson. Also surviving her are two sisters, Mrs Mary M Dailey of Coon Rapids, Iowa and Mrs Josie Osborne of Benkleman, Nebr, and two brothers, William A of Spalding and Coleman B of Scotia, Neb.

   In 1894 the family moved from Iowa to Knox Co, Nebr, where they lived until 1914, moving at that time to Dustin, in Holt Co. A year later they moved to Atkinson and Mrs Hupp continued her residence here until death. She was a member of Rebecca Lodge and was raised in the Free Methodist Faith, which she continued to observe until her death. She was known by those of her acquaintance to be a hard working, ever loyal and helpful mother.

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Hupp, Winifred Bogue
May 20,1993 Atkinson Graphic

WINIFRED HUPP

born April 4,1898 in Rodney, Iowa
dau of Hans and Elva Bogue
married Milo Hupp on April 18,1933
buried Woodlawn Cem, Atkinson
brothers: Sylvester, Carl, Cecil, Ross, Hans
sisters: Verdetta O’Connell and Mary Ellenwood. Elva Schrader and Elsie Britz
nephews: Donald O’Connell, Richard Bogue, Dale Bogue
nieces: Ethel Bogue and Doris O’Connor

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Huss, Hattie L Chapman
April 4,1895 Holt County Independent

OBITUARY

   Hattie L Huss, beloved wife of Frank C Huss, and the eldest daughter of James E and Mabel K Chapman, was born in Bureau Co, Ill, March 3,1868 and died at her home in South Dakota, March 27,1895, aged 27 years and 24 days.

   She came with her parents to SD in 1886, and married to Frank C Huss, Nov 3,1890. Into this happy union was born 2 children, who with the father and husband and a host of near relatives are left to mourn their loss of a dear one.

   The body was brought to Atkinson, Nebr for interment. The funeral services were held in the M E Church, in charge pastor. The sermon was preached from Jer 15:9." Her Sun is gone down while it is yet day", after which the body was laid to its quiet rest.

Sister Hattie, thou hast left us,
And thy loss we deeply feel,
But the hands that hath bereft us,
He can all our sorrows heal.
But again we hope to meet thee,
When the spark of life is fled,
Hope again with joy to greet thee,
Where no farewell tear is shed.

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Jahn, Emma Gutschaow
May 8,1931 Atkinson Graphic

MRS JULIUS JAHN, DIES IN HOSPITAL
WAS LIFELONG NEBRASKA RESIDENT AND EARLY SETTLER OF THIS COMMUNITY

   Mrs Julius J Jahn, lifelong Nebraska resident and pioneer woman of this community, died Monday, May 4 at the hospital in Stuart. She was 68 years of age.

   Funeral services were held Wednesday in Atkinson at Methodist Episcopal Church. Burial was made in Woodlawn Cemetery.

   Mrs Jahn lived with her husband and son Henry at the Jahn ranch 28 miles southwest of Atkinson in Rock County.

   Emma Gutschaow, daughter of William and Sophie Gutschaow was born at Grand Island Nov 22,1862. In the year 1881 she was united in marriage to Julius J Jahn and to this union were born 3 children, 2 of whom are living. One daughter Lillie, preceded her in death. The surviving children are Henry of Atkinson and Mrs May Dougherty of Burchard, Nebr.

   Besides her children those who mourn her death are her husband,, Julius of Atkinson, step son Julius A Jahn of Lincoln; two little grandsons; two brothers Henry and August Schaaf of Grand Island and a host of neighbors and friends.

   At an early age Mrs Jahn was baptized in the German Evangelical church. Her family and friends remember her as a good mother, faithful wife, true neighbor and friend. She was one of the early pioneers of this community and experienced all the hardships of those days of development. The example of her life is held in highest esteem by those who knew her unselfishness and kindness to others.

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Jahn, Lillian S
June 27,1919 Atkinson Graphic

OBITUARY

   Lillian S Jahn was born at Hammond, Rock County, Nebr, April 4,1888 and departed this life at Norfolk June 19,1919, age 31 years, 2 months 15 days.

   She was a graduate of Wayne Normal and also attended Grand Island Business College and was a very successful teacher having taught for several years until her health failed, about a year ago resulting in a goiter. She was operated upon at the hospital, but it was not successful.

   Besides her parents, Mr and Mrs Julius Jahn, she leaves to mourn her death 2 brothers and 1 sister; Henry of Hammond, Nebr, J A of Lincoln, and Clara May of Hammond. Also a host of other relatives and friends.

   She was of a very happy and loving disposition, kind and considerate to all and had many warm friends who will miss her.

   The funeral was held from the M E Church, Atkinson, Friday, Interment made in Woodlawn Cemetery.

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James, Effie McCullough
April 8,1932 Atkinson Graphic

MRS EFFIE JAMES DIES AT SACRAMENTO, CAL
FUNERAL SERVICES HELD IN ATKINSON THURSDAY FOR FORMER RESIDENT OF THIS CITY

   Funeral services were held at Methodist Church, Thursday last week for Mrs Effie James, former resident of this city, who dieid March 25 at her home in Sacramento, Cal.

   Effie, daughter of Samuel and Sarah E McCullough, was born near Tower Hill, Ill Sept 28,1873. In her girlhood she came with her parents to Fremont County, Iowa, where she grew to womanhood. In 1888 she was married to J B James, going soon after to Shenandoah, Iowa.

   To this union were born 8 children, 3 girls and 5 boys. Three of the children, Pearl, Carl and George and her husband preceded her in death. Those living are Walter and Hugh of Glenrock, Wyo; Mrs Flora Ellsworth and Glen of Sacremento, Cal; Mrs Opal Johansen of Lincoln; 11 grandchildren; 3 sisters, Mrs Ida Ripley of Shenandoah, Iowa; Mrs Docia Lamb of Hamburg, Iowa; Mrs J R Wickersham of Omaha; brother, Samuel of Shenandoah.

   In 1913 the family moved from Shenandoah, Iowa to a farm near Atkinson, where occurred the death of the husband and three children. In 1919 Mrs James moved to Atkinson where she made her home for several years. After about 2 years residence in Long Pine, Nebr, she went to Sacremento, Cal, where she has since resided and where she passed away March 25,1932.

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Jarvis, Mary Elizabeth Westfall
Sept 18,1953 Atkinson Graphic

MRS JARVIS DIES AFTER WEEK IN COMA

born Griswold, Iowa, Sept 16,1871
dau of Charles and Amanda Todd Westfall
married Brighton, Iowa, on April 8,1888 to John Robert Jarvis - he died July 4,1945
died Atkinson, Sept 15,1953
buried Woodlawn Cem, Atkinson
children: Clara/Carla died in infancy, Zelta died 1907, Charles died 1949, Zelda McDowell, Melba Points, Ethel Lary, Myrl Staley, Merna, Ralton

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Jennings, Charles
Feb 2,1912 Atkinson Graphic

OBITUARY - JENNINGS

   Christ Jennings, the subject of this sketch, was born in Germany in the year 1835, and died at his residence north of Atkinson, Jan 24,1912.

   Mr Jennings came from Germany to America in 1872, residing first in Illinois for about 10 years, then removed to Holt County where he has since resided.

   Mr Jennings was married to Louisa Alhgram. To this union 9 children were born, 5 of whom are living, 4 having died in Germany.

   Mr Jennings is survived by his wife, children, and many other relatives. The living children are: Mrs Minnie Neemann of Chicago; Mrs W A Fresham of Sams Valley, Oregon; Mrs B A Cavanaugh of Sask, Canada; Henry of Stuart; Sophie Henning of Atkinson. Besides these Mr Jennings leaves 1 brother, and 1 sister who live in Illinois; 16 grandchildren and 16 great grandchildren.

   The funeral was held Friday from Lutheran Church, Rev Walter Fleischmann conducting the same, and interment was made in Woodlawn Cemetery.

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Jennings, Christ
Feb 2,1912 Atkinson Graphic

OBITUARY - JENNINGS

   Christ Jennings, the subject of this sketch, was born in Germany in the year 1835, and died at his residence north of Atkinson, Jan 24,1912.

   Mr Jennings came from Germany to America in1872, residing first in Illinois for about 10 years, then removed to Holt County where he has since resided.

   Mr Jennings was married to Louisa Alhgram. To this union 9 children were born, 5 of whom are living, 4 having died in Germany.

   Mr Jennings is survived by his wife, children, and many other relatives. The living children are: Mrs Minnie Neemann of Chicago, Mrs W A Fresham of Sams Valley, Oregon, Mrs B A Cavanaugh of Sask, Canada, Henry of Stuart, Sophie Henning of Atkinson. Besides these Mr Jennings leaves 1 brother and 1 sister who live in Illinois, 16 grandchildren, and 16 great grandchilddren.

   The funeral was held Friday last at 2 p.m. from the Lutheran Church, Rev Walter Fleischmann conducting the same, and the interment was made in Woodlawn Cemetery.

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Jennings, Ivan
Dec 25,1908 Atkinson Graphic

   Ivan Jennings, 3 year old son of H F Jennings died last Thursday of croup. Funeral was held from the home Friday, Dec 18, remains laid to rest in Woodlawn Cem.

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Johns, Willard Eugene
April 22,1938 Atkinson Graphic

WHOOPING COUGH IS FATAL TO BABY SON
MR AND MRS ROY L JOHNS MOURN DEATH OF WILLARD EUGENE BORN 8 WEEKS AGO

   This community was saddened yesterday noon to learn that death came that morning to Willard Eugene Johns, infant son of Mr and Mrs Roy L Johns who live on a farm east of Atkinson. Willard Eugene was born 8 weeks ago. He was stricken with whooping cough about a week ago.

   The funeral will be held Friday at the home four miles east of town. The baby was baptized Wednesday.

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Johnson, Alma O
March 31,1944 Atkinson Graphic

MRS J V JOHNSON DIES AT 71; FUNERAL IN METHODIST CHURCH

born Sweden, July 7,1872
married Oct 24,1900 to J Victor Johnson
died Stuart March 26,1944
buried Woodlawn Cem, Atkinson
children: Elmer E, Paul G, C Albert, Stanley V, Alpha E McKathnie

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Johnson, Andrew
Sept 9,1938 Atkinson Graphic

ANDREW JOHNSON OF EMMET PASSES AWAY
WIDELY KNOWN RANCHER EXPIRES AT 80; CELEBRATED GOLDEN WEDDING RECENTLY

   Andrew Johnson of Emmet, prominent Holt County rancher for nearly 30 years, died at his home 8 miles southeast of here Saturday, Sept 3 at the age of 80 years. Mr Johnson had been in failing health for several months. Two weeks preceding his death he and Mrs Johnson celebrated the 50th anniversary of their marriage on Aug 21,1888.

   Funeral services were held Tuesday at Methodist Church, Atkinson, burial was in Woodlawn Cemetery, Atkinson.

   Andrew Johnson, son of Joseph and Mary Johnson, was born at Charleston, Illinois, June 6,1858 and died at his home near Emmet, on Setp 3,1938, at the age of 80 years, 2 months and 28 days.

   When he was 6 years of age he moved to LeMars, Iowa with his parents who took a homestead in that vicinity. He grew to manhood there, and on Aug 21,1888, was united in marriage to Sereldia Bixler at a double wedding at the home of the brides’ parents. The other bride was Mrs Johnson’s sister, Sydney, who was married to George Lang. Both have been dead for a number of years.

   Mr Johnson and his bride made their home on a farm near LeMars, and continued to reside there for 20 years. Besides operating his farm, he was in the threshing business, was an extensive feeder of livestock, and for 3 years owned and operated a lumber yard at Struble, Iowa, near his home.

   He and his family came to Holt County in 1909. he purchased a ranch 8 miles southeast of Atkinson in that year and lived there until his death. He was known as a progressive farmer and rancher, and had always been a hard worker until ill health forced his retirement some time ago.

   He became a member of the Methodist Church in his early childhood and remained a faithful and active member all his life. When he moved to Holt County his church membership was transferred to the Emmet Church. He was a man who practiced his religious beliefs in daily life.

   Besides his wife, he is survived by 8 children; Custer of Waverly; Mrs Matie Weller of Atkinson; Mrs Agnes Osborne of O’Neill; Mrs Frances Searles of Red Bird; Mrs Phania Friedrich of Chambers; Mrs Calella Leach of Norfolk; Lowell of O’Neill; and Sewell of Emmet;, all of whom except Mrs Leach were here with their families to attend the funeral. He is also survived by 21 grandchildren, and a foster son, Walter M Thompson of Sergeant Bluff, Iowa. One daughter, Susan died in infancy; Another, Phyllis, twin sister of Phania Friedrich, died at the age of 3 years, and a 3rd Mrs Ethel Beckwith, died in 1915.

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Johnston, Asa
Dec 19,1969 Atkinson Graphic

ASA JOHNSTON OF VALENTINE DIES

born April 7,1889 in Atkinson
married Nora Litz of Bassett
died Dec 3 in Valentine
buried Woodlawn Cem, Atkinson
children: Francis, Betty Meis and Helen Kelly
brother: Gabe Johnston
sisters: Maude Johnston; Mina Blim; Francis Wilson; Mary Hewett; Adah Johnston

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Johnson, Christina
Nov 1941 Atkinson Graphic

CHRISTINE JOHNSON, 95, PIONEER SETTLER DIES
HAD BEEN RESIDENT OF COMMUNITY FOR MORE THAN 50 YEARS; FUNERAL HELD MONDAY

   Miss Christine Johnson, 95 year old resident of Atkinson who came to this community more than 50 years ago, died early Sunday morning at the home of Mrs Leona Landon, in this city.

   Miss Johnson, who suffered the frailties of old age, passed away sometime during the night and was found dead in her bed Sunday morning by Mrs Landon, with whom she had lived for the past 14 years.

   Funeral rites were held Monday afternoon at Beaman Funeral Home in Atkinson with Miss Johnson’s pastor, the Rev Wm G Vahle of St John’s Lutheran Church officiating. Burial was in Woodlawn Cemetery.

   Christine Johnson was born March 30,1846 in Sweden and died at the Landon home in Atkinson on Nov 9,1941 at the age of 95 years, 7 months and 9 days.

   At the age of 14 years she came to America with her parents who settled at Chicago. From Chicago she moved to Omaha, and after a few years in that city, she came to Holt County and settled on a homestead 12 miles southwest of Atkinson. The exact date of her arrival in the county is not known, but she was living on her homestead during the great blizzard of 1888.

   For the past 15 years or more she made her home in Atkinson, the last 14 of which she lived at the home of Mrs Leona Landon.

   She was a confirmed member of the Swedish Lutheran Church and attended Sunday School and church at St John’s Lutheran Church in Atkinson until her advanced age and physical condition made it impossible for her to attend.

   She was unmarried and so far as is known to friends, is survived by two nieces and a nephew whose place of residence is not known.

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Johnson, Daryl Duane
Oct 18,1984 Atkinson Graphic

RITES HELD FOR DARYL JOHNSON, 57

born May 30,1927 in Lincoln, Nebr
son of Emil Johnson - Marie Gathje Johnson
married Doris Lee Ford - May 2,1948 in Las Vegas, Nevada
died Oct 11 in Colorado Springs, Colorado
buried Woodlawn Cem, Atkinson
children: Judy Marie, son
sister: Mrs Robert Ilamae Engler
U S Navy

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Johnson, Ethel Mae Hickman
Sept 14,1978 Atkinson Graphic

SERVICES HELD FOR MRS ETHEL MAE JOHNSON, 84

born Feb 9,1894 at Howe, Nebr
dau of Samuel and Vea Hickman
married Chester E Johnson on Feb 18,1914 at O'Neill at Methodist Parsonage - he died May 2,1962
died Sept 11 Atkinson
buried Woodlawn Cem, Atkinson
children: Mae and Vera
sisters: Mary Beckwith, Sylvia Coleman, - 1
brother: - 1

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Johnson, Eva Augusta Grothe
Oct 18,2007 & Oct 25,2007 Holt County Independent

born Feb 16,1913 at Grothe homestead west of Emmet
dau of William and Eva Roth Grothe
married Aug 19,1930 in O'Neill, to Lloyd Johnson - he died Oct 5,1982
died Monday, Oct 15,2007 at O'Neill
buried Woodlawn Cem, Atkinson
children: Harold, James, Vivian Van Buren, Judy Spencer, son died in infancy
sisters: - 3, Louise Farr
brothers: - 3

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Johnson, Harry A
May 24,1973 Atkinson Graphic

HARRY JOHNSON, 68, RITES HELD HERE

born Dec 10,1904 at Malmo, Nebr
son of Frank and Stella Bloomgren Johnson
died May 9 in Minneapolis, Minn
buried Woodlawn Cem, Atkinson
nephews: Richard, Larry, Roger, Leo, Pete and Ronald Bonenberger
brothers: Emil, Mervin, Clarence
sisters: Fern Banks, Hannah, Frieda
miliatry service in May 1942 and served for nearly two years

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Johnson, J Victor
July 12,1957 Atkinson Graphic

CELIA PIONEER J V JOHNSON DIES AT 83

born Jan 24,1874 in Ekeby, Valeberga, Sweden
son of Svan and Ingar Johnson - His mother died in 1914 - his father died in 1929
married Oct 24,1900 to Alma O Johnson - she died March 26,1944
married Christine Walter, Oct 22,1948, Newport
died Thursday July 4, in Atkinson
buried Woodlawn Cem, Atkinson
children: Elmer E, Paul G, C Albert, Stanley V, Alpha E McKathnie
step children: Louise Robertson, Henry Walters, Helen Nelson

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Johnson, Mrs James M
April 25,1909 Atkinson Graphic

   Mrs James M Johnson, a soldier's widow who has been a helpless invalid under the care of the GAR Post and its members, for several years, died Sunday morning. The funeral was held Tuesday, Rev S M Ohmart assisted by members of the GAR Post conducted the services and her remains were laid at rest in Woodlawn Cemetery.

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Johnson, Richard
March 6,1931 Atkinson Graphic

   On Saturday, Feb 28 a son was born to Mr and Mrs Lloyd Johnson near Emmet. The child was stillborn. Funeral services were held Monday at the home of Mr and Mrs Wm Grothe, parents of Mrs Johnson, near Emmet. Interment was made in Woodlawn Cemetery. Rev Wm G Vahle had charge of services.

March 6,1931 Atkinson Graphic

   A son was born to Mr and Mrs Lloyd Johnson Saturday. The baby lived but two hours. Funeral services were held for the infant Monday in Atkinson and burial in Atkinson Cemetery. The mother, formerly Miss Eva Grothe is doing nicely.

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Johnson, Sereldia E Bixler
March 30,1950 Atkinson Graphic

RITES ARE HELD FOR MRS JOHNSON

born Oct 14,1868 at Canton, Ohio
dau of Joseph and Ellen Bixler
married Aug 21, 1888 to Andrew Johnson - he died Sept 3,1938
died Feb 23 in O’Neill
buried Woodlawn Cem, Atkinson
children: Sewell, Lowell, Susan died age 4 days, Phyllis a twin died age 3 years, Ethel Beckwith died age 20 years, Frances Searles died age 47 years, Phania a twin, son, 3 daughters

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Johnson, Stanley V
November 19, 1987 Holt County Independent

DEATHS STANLEY JOHNSON

born April 18,1907 on a ranch north of Atkinson
son of J Victor and Alma D Johnson
married December 24,1935 Helen Bausch Risor - she died 1955
married September 29, 1957, Martha Pensar in Omaha
died November 3,1987 Lyons, Nebraska
buried Woodlawn Cem, Atkinson
children

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Johnston, Sarah Ann Buchanan
June 1,1951 Atkinson Graphic

MRS SARAH JOHNSTON RITES HERE

born June 27,1857
dau of John and Jane Ann Buchanan of Clones, County Fermanagh, Ireland
married Frank R Johnston on Nov 11,1881, at Davenport, Iowa - he died Nov 1916
died Valentine, Friday
buried Woodlawn Cem, Atkinson
children: Maude, Josephine Cunningham, Gabie, A C, Mina Blinn, Frances Wilson, Mary Hewett, Adah, Mabel Elna died 1904
grandchildren: Kenneth and Clayton Cunningham; Robert Blinn; John Stuifburgen; Paul Burden Charles Blinn; Marjorie Stuifburgen, Janice Jean Burden; Mary Jane Dana, Arleen Hewett, Delores; Robert; Francis; Betty Mies; Helen Kelly

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Johring, Jerry Dean
April 23,1943 Atkinson Graphic

BABY SUFFOCATES IN SMOKE FILLED HOUSE

son of Melvin Johring,Doris Wehrly
buried Woodlawn Cem, Atkinson
grandparents: Mrs Marie Wehrly , Mr and Mrs Fred Johring

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Jones, John F
Oct 26,1956 Atkinson Graphic

JOHN F JONES, 79, STRICKEN SUDDENLY, RITES HELD AT ST JOHN'S LUTHERAN CHURCH.

born Nov 27,1876 at Moville, Iowa
son of John Missius Jones - Mandy Turner Jones
married Paulina M Pacha Nov 15,1899 - she died March 1949
married June 25,1950 to Mrs Mayme Morey Bristol
died early Sun morning, Oct 21 in Atkinson
buried Woodlawn Cem, Atkinson
children: one born and one adopted - Effie A Vrooman and Luella Poessnecker
step children: Frank Bristol, Josephine Livermore

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Jones, Keith Luvern "Casey"
Dec 28, 2006 Atkinson Graphic

KEITH JONES

born Aug 24,1924 at home on the ranch 18 miles southwest of Atkinson
son of Walter J and Sylvia J Sanford Jones
married May 11,1946 Amy Dierks
died Dec 18,2006 in O'Neill
buried Woodlawn Cem, Atkinson
children: Cynthia Skrdla, Randall
grandchildren: Lithena Van Dusen, Joshua Skrdla, Isiah Skrdla, Derek Jones, Aletha Skrdla, Sophia Skrdla, Zecharian Skrdla
sister: Abbie Jean Anderson
brother: Kenneth

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Jones, Kenneth Duane
March 9, 2006 Atkinson Graphic

KENNETH D JONES

born July 4,1922 at O’Neill
son of Walter and Sylvia Sandford Jones
married Lela Evonne Nagel on July 7,1946 at Ainsworth
died March 5,2006 at Norfolk
buried Woodlawn Cem, Atkinson
children: Arlyce Grothe, Jean Pacha, Joan Rossman
brother: Keith
sister: Abbie Jean Anderson
U S Navy Reserve on Nov 28,1942 to Jan 9,1946

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Jones, Paulina Mary Pacha
March 4,1949 Atkinson Graphic

RITES WILL BE HELD SATURDAY FOR MRS JONES

born March 23,1879 near Diagonal, Iowa
dau of Frank and Josephine Pacha
married Nov 15,1899 to John F Jones in Atkinson
died in Atkinson Wednesday, March 2
buried Woodlawn Cem, Atkinson
children: Effie Vrooman, Luella Poessnecker
sister: Mrs Theodore Kubart
brother: Adolph F

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Jones, Ross Vernon
March 24,1898 Atkinson Plain Dealer

   Ross, the infant son of Robert Jones, living 2 miles west of town, died Wednesday at 4 o'clock am. Funeral services will be held at the Presbyterian Church this afternoon at 3 o'clock.

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Jones, Sylvia Jean Sanford
Oct 23,1980 Atkinson Graphic

RITES HELD FOR SYLIA J JONES

born O'Neill Dec 25,1897
dau of Eugene E and Abbie Riley Sanford
married Walter J Jones
died Oct 19 in Lincoln
buried Woodlawn Cem, Atkinson
children: Kenneth and Keith, Abbie Jean Anderson
brother: Melvin

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Jones, Terry Lee
May 16,1947 Atkinson Graphic

RITES ARE HELD FOR INFANT TERRY LEE JONES

born Feb 28,1947
son of Lester Jones - Erma
died May 12
buried Woodlawn Cem, Atkinson
brother: Wayne died at the age of 5 years
sisters: Mary Evelyn and Maxine
grandparents: Mr and Mrs Otto Smith and J W Jones

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Jungman, Barbara
Sept 9, 1941 Atkinson Graphic

BARBARA JUNGMAN, 77, DIES AT SON'S HOME
END COMES SUDDENLY FOLLOWING HEART ATTACK; RITES HELD AT HOME NEAR AMELIA

   Mrs Frank Jungman, 77, died suddenly at the home of her son, Edgar, near Amelia, last Saturday morning. Although she had not been in the best of health recently, neither had she been seriously ill, and she was up and around until about ten minutes before she died of a heart attack.

   Mrs Jungman had been a resident of Nebraska for 57 years and lived in this community for the past 23 years.

   Funeral services were held at the Edgar Jungman home near Amelia Monday afternoon, the rites being conducted by the Rev Wm G Vahle, pastor of St John’s Lutheran Church of Atkinson, Burial was in Woodlawn Cemetery, Atkinson. The pallbearers were Thomas Salem and Jerome Brabee of Amelia, F M Keating, Dan O’Connell, James Humpal, Theodore Grof, all of Atkinson.

   Barbara Zeleny was born Jan 25,1864 in the city of Chvalavea, Czechoslovakia, and died at the home of her son, Edgar, at Amelia, Sept 6,1941, at the age of 77 years, 7 months and 12 days.

   She came to the US with her parents in 1884 and settled in Omaha, Nebr. There she was united in marriage to Frank Jungman in 1885. They lived in Omaha until 1888, when with their first two children they moved to Bruno where they lived until 1905, then moving to Spencer.

   In 1913 the family moved to a ranch south of Newport where they lived until 1918, when they moved to Atkinson and Mrs Jungman resided here, either on the ranch or at her home in town, until her death.

   Surviving are 3 daughters, Mrs Wm Krenek, Mrs Arthur Leach and Mrs J Enright, all of Omaha, 3 sons, Frank and Fred of Atkinson and Edgar of Amelia, 2 brothers, Anton Zeleny of Big Timber, Mont, and James Zeleny of Swanton, Nebraska, also surviving are 12 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren.

   Her husband, Frank 1 daughter, Agnes, and 2 sons, Joe and Emil, preceded her in death.

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Jungman, Emil
April 11,1930 Atkinson Graphic

YOUNG ATKINSON FARMER STRICKEN BY APPENDICTIS
EMIL J JUNGMAN DIES IN OMAHA HOSPITAL FOLLOWING OPERATION
FUNERAL TODAY AT TWO
WAS WELL KNOWN PUREBRED STOCK RAISER ON RANCH 9 MILES SOUTH OF ATKINSON

   Death again roused deep sympathy in the hearts of Atkinson folks this week when it struck down Emil J Jungman, young farmer and stock raiser, who died in Omaha Tuesday following an operation for ruptured appendix. Mr Jungman took sick last Friday, Saturday he was taken to Omaha. Sunday came the operation and Tuesday came death.

   With him constantly at his bedside in the hospital were Mr and Mrs Fred Jungman of Atkinson, his 3 sisters and the young lady who was to have become his bride, Miss Mary Seger of this city. Mr and Mrs Frank Jungman and Edgar drove to Omaha Tuesday to be with him, but arrived about 30 minutes after he had passed away.

   Mr Jungman, 37, was one of this community's well known purebred stock raisers. With his father, Frank Jungman and his brother Edgar, he has been on the Pat O'Donnell ranch 9 miles southeast of Atkinson where a fine herd of purebred hereford Cattle was being developed, known as the Anxiety Fourth Line, consisting now of about 80 head of blooded stock. Some new blood lines were just recently added to the group.

   Funeral services will be held at Frank Jungman home in Atkinson this afternoon, burial will be made in Woodlawn Cemetery.

   Emil J Jungman was born at Bruno, Nebr Dec 6,1892, the son of Mr and Mrs Frank J Jungman. His age at the time of his death, April 9 was 37 years, 4 months and 3 days.

   In 1903 the family moved to Spencer, Nebr, where the father conducted a meat market. They moved to Newport in 1915 and lived there 3 years before coming to Atkinson, where they first lived on the old Doolittle ranch 4 and 1/2 miles southwest of town. After 3 years they moved to the John Harley ranch 14 miles southeast of Atkinson.

   In 1926 Emil and his parents and brother Edgar, moved to the Pat O'Donnell ranch 9 miles southeast of town. Here they have been successful in the breeding of purebred hereford cattle and own a fine herd of these blooded animals. Last fall the parents moved to town and a good share of the time, Emil made his home with them here.

   Emil was a young man well known and well liked in this community. His was a life of clean living and industrious effort in the work he had chosen. When a youngster of 19, he had the misfortune to get his hand caught in a cornsheller and something of the courage of his character was shown when he took his own pocket knife and himself cut away the mangled fingers to release his hand.

   Surviving him are his parents, 3 brothers, Frank, Fred J, and Edgar of Atkinson; 3 sisters Mrs Mary Krenek, Mrs Ann Leach, Mrs Emma Enright all of Omaha. Preceding him in death were one sister Agnes who died at the age of 8, one brother Joseph who at the age of 28 was stricken with a ruptured appendix.

   The sisters came up from Omaha with Mr and Mrs Fred Jungman Wednesday to be here for the funeral.

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Jungman, Frances Hillburg
Oct 30,1986 Atkinson Graphic

FRANCES JUNGMAN, 87

born Feb 28,1899 in Bassett
dau of George A and Mary Fritz Hillburg
married Fred J Jungman on July 23,1919 in Bassett
died Oct 23 in Atkinson
buried Woodlawn Cem, Atkinson
children: Jay, Robert who was killed overseas during WWII

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Jungman, Robert E
Dec 22,1944 Atkinson Graphic

BOB JUNGMAN IS KILLED IN ACTION

born Jan 1,1921 at Bassett
son of Fred J Jungman
married June 7,1942 to Anita Lee Jones of Sheridan, Wyo, at Hardin, Mont
died Nov 27 in France,killed in action
buried Woodlawn Cem, Atkinson
children: 16 month old son, Robert Emery
brother: Fred Jay AQM 3C U S Navy
grandmother: Mrs Hillburg
4th Armored Division of General Patton's 3rd army

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Juracek, Milford Lyle
May 14,1965 Atkinson Graphic

39 YEAR OLD ATKINSON MAN HEART VICTIM

born May 4,1926 at Verdigre
son of Fred and Lillian Bronzovsky Juracek
married Eleanor Gaylord on Sept 2,1950 at Bellevue, Nebr
died Thursday, May 6 at Atkinson
buried Woodlawn Cem, Atkinson
children: Debra and Diana
sisters: Mrs Marcella Pickenbrock, Garnet Blunk, - 1 died in infancy
nieces: Mrs David (Karen) Phipps, and Mary Ann Pickenbrock
nephew: Richard Blunk