McVicker Scrapbook
Page 2 - Obituaries
 

            These articles are from the Scrapbook of Martha Mabel (Smith) McVicker. She was the daughter of Delvan Adelbert Smith and Lucie Campbell.

25. Mrs. George F BELL

This whole community was saddened Monday by the news of the death of Mrs. George Bell. Mrs. Bell has been in poor health for some time but has been able to be out and on Friday with Mr. Bell went to Manistee, enjoying the trip and apparently suffering no ill effects. She became ill Sunday and although every effort for relief was made she failed steadily and padded away at 4:00 o'clock Monday afternoon. The only son Frank, and his two daughters, Lurene and Pauline, arrived before her death, being called from Detroit when it was seen that her condition was so severe. Several relatives and friends of the family have since arrived for the funeral services, which are being held this (Thursday) afternoon at the Congregational church. Mrs. Bell has been one of our well known residents for many years, honored and respected by all. She was a member of the Congregational church, an active member of the Ladies Bible class, the Helping Hand society and of the Rebekahs. The sympathy of everyone is extended to the family in their sorrow.

26. Mrs. S. ERLANDSON

Anna Olson was born in Sweden in 1859 and died at the home in Thompsonville May 16, 1931. She was united in marriage to S. Erlandson in 1875, to this union nine children were born, three boys and two girls dying in infancy.

Mr. And Mrs Erlandson emigrated to this country in 1893 coming to Chicago, where they made their home, until 1905 when they moved to the farm north of Thompsonville, where they have since made their home. The husband and four daughters are left, Dora Erlandson Spiron of San Diego, Cal., Mrs. C Henneberg of Chicago, Mrs Grover C. Martin of Los Angeles Cal, and Mrs Nellie MacRae of Chicago.

Mrs. Erlandson was a kind and loving wife and mother, always striving for the better things in life for her family, seeking for a way where by her daughters might obtain a better education. She had been in poor health for a number of years and the past few months had been very poorly. The funeral services were conducted at the home Monday afternoon, the Rev. Johnson of Frankfort officiation and burial was in the Thompsonville cemetery.

27. HASCHER

Joseph E. Hascher, aged 65 of 810 Watson St SW passed away Wednesday morning. Surviving are his widow, Mrs. Maude Hascher: one son, Lyle; one brother, Frank Hascher and three grandchildren. Funeral services Saturday afternoon at 2 o'clock at the Alt Mortuary Chapel. Internment in Greenwood Cemetery. The body will be taken to the late residence Thursday morning and will remain there until Saturday morning at 11 o'clock

28. HASCHER (28 jan 1940)

Mrs. Maude Hascher, aged 62 widow of Joseph E. Hascher died unexpectedly Sunday evening at her home 810 Watson St N.W. She is survived by a son Lyle of Coldwater, Mich. three granddaughters; a brother, Martin Stone of San Diego, Calif. and a sister Mrs. Lula Appel of Chico, Calif. Mrs. Hascher reposes ath the Alt Mortuary where funeral services will be held Wednesday afternoon at 2:30. Internment at Greenwood cemetery

29. Mrs. Estella LUX

Mrs. Estella Lux, 76, pioneer resident of Missaukee county died in Lake City Monday. A son Paul survives. Funeral services are to be held at the Methodist church Thursday at 2 pm.

30. Oliver DYER (from Perry Journal)

Oliver Dyer, aged 85, the last of the Civil War veterans in Perry Township, passed away at his home here last Friday morning. He had been in his usual good health up to within a few hours of his passing, and on the Thursday had done some work about his home. Heart trouble was the cause of his death. Mr. Dyers services to his country was recognized by a military service conducted at the grave following the service at the Methodist church Monday afternoon. The services at the grave were conducted under the auspices of Company G. National Guard Owosso and were in charge of Second Lieutenant Richard D. Boerem. Taps were sounded by Richard Pohley, state champion Boy Scout bugler last year of Owosso. The services were attended by a large number, including veterans of the World War and the Spanish American War besides many relatives and friends. For the past two years Mr. Dyer had been the only Civil War veteran to attend the annual Memorial Day exercises at the local cemetery. In spite of advanced years, he was very active and able to drive his own automobile. He was a member of the Church of God in Lansing.

31. Oliver DYER

Oliver Dyer was born in Delaware, Ohio, January 10, 1846 and departed this life September 19, 1930, age 84 years 8 months and 9 days. In 1861 at the age of 15 years he enlisted in the Civil War, Co B 48 Ohio Vol. Inf. Her served in many of the battles of the south including the Battle Of Shiloh, Vicksburg, etc. being in General Sherman's Army when they marched to the sea. He spent 4 years 6 months in the Army. He spent 6 months and 18 days of that in the enemy's prison. He was converted 44 years ago and since that time spent his life in his masters services.

In 1878 he was united in marriage to Miss Amelia Little. To this union were born five children, 3 boys and 2 girls, George, Albert, Ray, Mrs Amina Williams, all of this place, one girl preceding him to the Glory World. He was as well as usual when retiring at night going to sleep in this world and woke up in Paradise. He leaves to mourn their loss his wife, three sons, one daughter and 8 grandchildren, one sister, Mrs. Dora Janes of Lake Odessa, MI. many relatives and a host of friends. The funeral was held from the Perry Methodist Church, Rev. C.S. Sisler of Flint, officiating and burial in Rose Lawn. The services at the grave were in charge of soldier boys from Owosso. The pall bearers were Ira Hempstead and J.R. Hamontree, Spanish War Veterans, and D.P. Hinchey, Sumner Blanchard, Rev Johnson and Samuel Bragg, World War soldiers.

32. Clyde SMITH

The funeral of Clyde Smith was held at the Congregational Church Monday at 2:00 pm with Rev. Thos. Ainslee officiating. Besides a large local attendance about 60 boys from the Brethren CCC Camp with officers were present and Chaplain D.W. Barclay assisted with the service. Burial was at Thompsonville Cemetery. Clyde Smith was born at Norfolk, Virginia, July 19, 1919 and died at Manistee Michigan, April 12 1934, aged 23 years, 9 months, and 2 days. He came with his father to Thompsonville when four years old and most of his life has been spent here. He graduated from Thompsonville High school with the class of 1930. Since leaving school he has been employed at different positions and at the time of his death he was a member of the CCC camp at Brethren.

He Leaves a father, John E. Smith, a brother Graydon Knoeppel, three half brothers, Lawrence, Frank and Russell and two half sisters, Lucille and Dorothy Smith.

Clyde was a young man of high ideals and character and was held in respect by all who knew him. The sympathy of his many friends goes out to the bereaved family.

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Card of Thanks

We wish to express our sincere appreciation of the sympathy and assistance extended to us in the death of our loved one. To the friends in Thompsonville and to the officers and boys of the Brethren CCC camp.

John E. Smith and Family
Graydon Knoeppel
Mr. And Mrs Rollin Sturt

In Memory of Clyde Smith

We've laid him to rest, the one we love best,
In a deep and narrow grave;
And through the sod we return to God
The loving life he gave.

It's sad to part from those we live,
But this we all must do;
So pray to God in your darkest hour
And he will comfort you.

Weep not because this boy was called
Away from all this sun;
He has only gone with Jesus
To make his home with him.

So let us pray that we some day
Will join him on that shore,
Where angels sing in glory
And parting is no more.

Sylvester Hammond

33. George SNELL

This community was shocked Tuesday morning by the news that George Snell, well known local man who operated the Snell blacksmith shop for several years, was found dead in his bed when his sister, Mrs. S.A. Gilbert went to his room in the morning. He had been ill for several days, but was over town the day before and seemed much improved, Funeral services will be held at the Congregational church Friday afternoon at 2:00 o'clock, Rev. Gordon Bennett officiating and burial will be at Thompsonville cemetery. Obituary next week.

34. George SNELL

George Snell Jr. was born in Ontario, Canada August 29, 1882 and died at Thompsonville Michigan., April 17, 1934 aged 51 years, 7 months, and 19 days. He came with his parents Mr. and Mrs. George Snell Sr. to Reed City, Mich when 5 years of age and cane with them to Thompsonville 45 years ago. He never married and has made his home here with the exception of 10 years when he was employed as a mechanic with the Sun Bros. show and in that capacity traveled to nearly every state in the Union. Following the death of his father in 1921 he took over the blacksmith and wood working shop here and successfully conducted the business until his death, though for some time past failing health had prevented him from giving full time to the work. Kindness and care for his mother after his fathers death was one of his commendable characteristics. He was of a friendly and sociable nature and his familiar figure will be missed by many friends about town. He was a member of the local I.O.O.F. lodge, which order attended the funeral in a body. The sermon was preached by an old friend, Rev. Gordon Bennett of Kalkaska, former pastor of the local Congregational church.

The immediate relatives left are his 75 year old mother, Mrs. George Snell, Sr. a sister, Mrs. Ada Gilbert of Traverse City, and a brother, LaVerne Snell of Detroit.
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Card of Thanks

To the many friends who extended their sympathy and assistance in our sad bereavement we wish to express our sincere appreciation. Mrs Nancy Snell, Mrs. Ada Gilbert, LaVerne Snell

35. Mrs. Chas. EGGLESTON

Awilda Edwards was born at Peru, Ind in 1872. She was united in marriage with Charles Eggleston of that place in her younger years and they moved to Thompsonville and made their home here until his death 22 years ago. Mrs. Eggleston continued her residence here for several years. Mrs Eggleston was married twice following her husbands death but was single and had lived at Kalamazoo for four years preceding her death. They were among the early residents here and Mr. Eggleston built the house now occupied by T. Shea. later they moved to the place just west of town. The funeral was held at the Congregational church here Thursday, April 12. Rev J.W. Shoemaker officiating, and burial was at Thompsonville cemetery. Three daughters are left, Mrs Lulu Little of Alba, Mrs. Goldie Griffin of Detroit, and Mrs. Sylvia Forsythe of Green Bay Wis. Also two brothers, Oliver Edwards of Traverse City and Jake Edwards of Honor, and three sisters, Mrs. Ellen Ingersoll of Traverse City, Mrs Rose Manley of Redwood, Cal. and Mrs Alice Ziegler of Acme, Mich.
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Card of Thanks

We wish to express our sincere thanks to the friends who extended sympathy and assistance at the services for our mother, Mrs. Chas Eggleston Mrs. Sylvia Forsythe

Mrs. Goldie Griffin
Mrs. Lulu Little
 

36. Charles E. SMITH

Charles E Smith passes at home

Charles E. Smith of North Victory township, lifetime resident of that locality passed away on Saturday noon at his home after an illness of several months duration. He was 59 years of age.

Mr. Smith was born on April 13 , 1881, in Victory. Engaged as a farmer, he was active in the township of Grange. Married on April 11, 1917 to Esther Larson, who survives, he is also survived by his brothers, Orton Smith of Victory and Milton Smith of Grand Rapids and his sisters, Mrs Frank Clark of Victory, and Mrs George Smith of Cheallis, Wash.

The body is being taken to the home in Victory this afternoon. Services will be held at 2 o'clock Wednesday afternoon from Dorrell chapel, Rev. Fred Stewart officiating. Internment will be in the North Victory cemetery.

37. Mrs Edward LOCKARD

Mrs Edward Lockard, 55 died of a heart attack at her home on Scottville Friday. Mrs. Lockard was born on a farm near Scottville and had lived there all her life. she belonged to the local Methodist church and had been a prominent worker in all branches of the work since childhood. She was president of the local WCTU and a member of the American Legion Auxiliary. The husband survives. Funeral at Stephens funeral home at 2:30 Monday.

38. Mrs Ada A FENNER

Wexford Woman Dies After as Long Illness

Cadillac- Mrs Ada A. Fenner, 71 died Monday in Mercy Hospital after a prolonged illness. She was a born in Mason county and was married there to Charles Fenner in 1886. Before moving to Cadillac 44 years ago they lived at Thompsonville. She was a member of the Forester Lodge. Surviving are a daughter, Hazel at home, and one brother Edward Delaney of Grandville. Private funeral services will be held at 2 Thursday at the Flynn funeral home. Burial will be in maple Hill cemetery.

39. Mrs. George BELL

Funeral Rites Held at Thompsonville ( 29 Aug 1939)

Thompsonville - Funeral services for Mrs. George Bell, 67 early resident of Thompsonville who died in Milwaukee, Wis, were held at the Congregational Church Monday. Burial was in Thompsonville cemetery. Mrs. Bell who was born in Big Rapids is survived by her husband, a daughter, Mrs E.A. Potts of Benzonia; two sons, Fred Moot of Pontiac and Glen Moot of Milwaukee; two grandchildren and one great-grandchild.

40. Mrs. Louis OLSON passes on Friday (Aug 2, 1940)

Mrs. Louis Olson, Lifetime resident of Victory township, passed away early Friday afternoon at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Loretta Taylor, at 915 E. Ludington Ave. She had suffered an illness of several years duration.

Mrs. Olson was born on Oct 31, 1877, in Victory Township, where she had spent her entire life. She was a lover of vhildren and of her garden which was one of her greatest prides. always generous of her time and services, she constantly extended courtesies and assistance to her neighbors, among whom she had many devoted friends. She was absorbed with her home , friends and her church, the Victory Methodist, of which she was a loyal member.

Married on Oct 31, 1895 to Louis Olson, who survives, Mrs Olson is also survived by their son John of Victory; their daughters, Mrs Loretta Taylor of Ludington and Mrs. Leona Goodrich of Scottville, and their grandson Everett Taylor of Ludington.

Funeral services will be held on Tuesday afternoon, Aug 6, the rites in Victory Methodist church at 2 o'clock to be preceded at 1:30 o'clock by prayer at the home of Mrs. Taylor. Rev. C.E. Pollock of First Methodist church of Ludington will officiate. Internment will be made in North Victory cemetery. Arrangements are being made -----------rrell funeral home

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