Obituaries W-Z

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WAGNER, MARY
Mrs. Mary Wagner died at 5:30 o'clock yesterday morning at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Loren Ferrin, a few miles east of Wilmore, this county. She had been in very feeble health for about nine weeks. Death came peacefully and with perfect resignation. Had she lived until January Mrs. Wagner would have been 79 years of age. She was a native of Pennsylvania. With her husband she moved to Wisconsin in the early fifties, and from there to northern Missouri. For the past 15 years she had made her home with Mr. and Mrs. Fearin (Ferrin) of this county. Mrs. Wagner was a devout Christian woman and possessed a kind heart and peculiarly pleasant disposition. She leaves a record of a life well spent and filled with kindly and noble deeds. Funeral services were conducted at the residence this forenoon by Rev. H. Stout, after which interment was made in the Coldwater cemetery.
-- The Western Star, 12 October 1906

WALLIS, GRANDMA
We regret to announce that Grandma Wallis died at her home at Kingfisher on Friday of last week, very suddenly. On the day of her death, she arose from her bed in the morning as usual and ate a hearty breakfast, but she was taken suddenly ill about noon and died from heart disease. Grandma Wallis is late of this city and the mother of Frank and Z. J. Wallis, who recently moved from here to Kingfisher, where she accompanied them. Mrs. Wallis had reached a ripe old age, and has many grandchildren to mourn her loss. She died as she had lived, smiling with no cloud, no word save that of encouragement and peace, a testimony for us all. "Leaves have their time to fall."
-- The Western Star, 12 October 1889

WARD, MAHLON
A. A. Ward returned last Friday from Newton, Kans., where he had been called by the death of his father, Mahlon Ward. Death resulted from a stroke of apoplexy and a dropsical condition from a long standing physical ailment. The senior Mr. Ward settled in Barton-co., Kans., in 1873, and was active in the settling up of that county. He had much to do with the early day history of Great Bend and of Ellinwood. A few years ago he moved from Barton-co., to newton. At the time of his death, he was past 76 years of age.
-- The Western Star, 14 January 1916

WARD, SARAH A.
At 9:15 p.m. on Tuesday, August 4, 1908, Mrs. Sarah A. Ward, answered the call of the Death Angel at her home six miles west of this city. She had been sick for nine months. A complication of diseases which terminated in dropsy and finally in cancer of the breast was the cause of her sickness and death. Through all her long sickness, she bore her suffering with remarkable patience and fortitude. Scarcely ever was she heard to complain. The best of medical treatment and the constant watchfulness and helpfulness of loving friends proved unavailing in restoring her health. She became unconscious on Sunday and her death was calm and peaceful.
Mrs. Ward's marriage to William Thomas Ward occurred in Indiana on May 21, 1871. Mr. and Mrs. Ward moved from Morgan county, Indiana to Chase county, Kansas, in the year 1879. In 1897, the husband died. In the spring of 1901, Mrs. Ward and her family moved to Comanche county, and continued to make this their home. Deceased was born in North Carolina on September 27, 1857. She was, therefore, at the time of her death nearly 57 years old. A daughter, Vel Dora, died on September 3, 1876, and a son, John Isaac, died in this county on November 25, 1904. Two sons, Wm. B. and Ollie, and two daughters, Callie and Florence, survive and are residents of this county. Mrs. Ward was held in high esteem by all who knew her. She was a faithful wife and mother, a good friend to all, and in her life exemplified the highest type of patience and of service for her loved ones. The body was taken yesterday to Staffordville, Chase county, where it will be laid beside that of the deceased husband.
-- The Western Star, 7 August 1908

WEBBER, HUGH
Hugh Webber, a son of C. A. Webber, and a brother of K. Webber of Protection died on December 16 in Colorado. The cause of his death was tuberculosis. His untimely death brings sorrow to many here who knew him well and esteemed him highly.
-- The Western Star, 25 December 1914

WEEDEN, MELLIE (HAMILTON)
From the Anthony Bulletin:
Mellie - Daughter of Rev. N. W. and Hannah Hamilton was born near Colfax, Indiana, November 9, 1862, and was baptized in infancy into the M. E. church by Rev. Hargrave. She united with the same church under the pastorate of Rev. Stafford in 1877. She came to Coldwater, Kansas, in 1888, and taught school in the city and county for four years, and came with her brother, F. H. Hamilton, to this city in October 1893. In December 1895 she went to Woodward, O. T., and was married December 9, 1895, to E. M. Weeden. She died at her home near Woodward, January 11, 1897, never recovering after the birth of her babe. The little one died January 2nd and the friends thought it best not to show her the body, but she insisted that God would give her the strength, and after reading the Bible and a prayer, she consigned it to his keeping. While she was only married 13 months, she had in that short time made many friends in that new country who envied her the happy home that she had by her own handiwork helped to create. Of a loving, cheerful disposition she was never happier than when the sick, afflicted or needy, and her love for children was one of the passions of her life, and no child, white or black, ever passed her without a good natured challenge. Her mother dying when she was only 12 years of age, and she being the oldest girl, was mother to her brothers and sister. Some time before her marriage she had requested that when she should die that, "Asleep in Jesus" and "Meet Me At The Fountain," two of her favorite songs should be sang at her funeral and that her tombstone should have the following inscription: "I found sweet rest and a peaceful happiness when I gave up all and followed Thee," and "I have tried to lay up treasures in Heaven." The deceased as Miss Hamilton was well and favorably known by many of our citizens and they join the afflicted husband and family in mourning her loss. The blow falls heavily upon her brother, F. H. Hamilton and his family, she having made her home with them for years. The remains of Mrs. Weeden were brought to her brother's home in this city and the funeral was held from the Methodist church Wednesday, attended by a large circle of friends.
-- The Western Star, 23 January 1897

WELCH, DEWEY
Word was received in Coldwater Wednesday that Dewey Welch had died that afternoon in the Larned State hospital after having been there several months, and that he will be buried in the cemetery there. We are without further particulars.
-- The Western Star, 18 June 1942

WELLS, CHAUNCEY PALMER
Chauncey Palmer Wells was born in the town of Erieville, Madison co., New York, December 1, 1825, and died at Wilmore, Kans., July 14, 1909. The funeral was held at his home in Wilmore on Friday afternoon and the remains were taken to Aetna for burial. He leaves an aged widow, two sons and six grandchildren who live near Aetna, two sisters and one brother in New York and one sister in Washington D. C. Mr. Wells' early days were spent on a farm. He was educated at Erieville, N. Y. After leaving school, he taught fourteen terms in town and village schools. He was married to Julia Ann Richardson in 1851. To this union two sons were born, Irving and Edward. They moved to Norborne, Mo., in 1865 and lived there about three years, returning to New York where his wife died. In 1885, he was married again to Mrs. Sarah Richardson of Erieville, N Y. They moved to Lincoln, Kansas, about twenty three years ago. From there they moved to Kinsley, Kansas, where they lived fourteen more years. They then moved to Wilmore where they lived until Mr. Well's death.
Mr. Wells retired from active business life about twenty five years ago. He was the possessor of many noble traits of character. His integrity was unquestionable, and his word was ever as good as his bond. While exact in all his dealings, he never took advantage, and all who knew him where friends. Until the last month Mr. Wells got around remarkably well for a man of his years, and as death approached he had no fears. He would like to have lived had it been God's will, but he was willing to go. Conscious until the last, he left us, and there is an aching void in our hearts, yet the consolation of believing that with him all is indeed well, and that beyond the silent grave awaits a glad reunion.

C. P. Wells, after a sickness of about three weeks, passed peacefully away on July 14 without any complications or pain. He was conscious to the last. He was 83 years and 7 months old. He had lived in Wilmore the past four years. His two sons, I. W. and E. R. Wells, and their families from Aetna were present. He leaves behind his wife and two sons to mourn his loss as well as the other relatives and many friends which he had every where he was known. He was always kind and sociable and was looked upon by the people of Wilmore as Grandpa of all, and much loved by all who knew him.
-- The Western Star, 23 July 1909

WELLS, LUCINA JANE (HOLMES)
Lucina J. Holmes was born in Tioga-co., New York, in the year 1840. In 1857 she was married to Alfred M. Wells at Candor, New York. Their family consists of Willia Holmes, who died in infancy: Susie Louise, who married J. W. Wood and lives in New York; Fred Ernest, who married Jessie Woodburn in Barton-co., Kans., and Frances Adelaide, who married D. S. Van Gundy at Kinsley, Kans. Mr. Van Gundy was then pastor of the Kinsley Methodist church. Mrs. Wells came with her husband to Kansas in the year 1890 and they lived for a time in Barton-co., then for years near Kinsley, where Mr. Wells, her husband, died nearly six years ago. After Mr. wells death Mrs. wells removed with her son, Fred to Comanche-co., where they came to avail themselves of the opportunity for getting land. Mrs. wells had her home in Wilmore, a few miles from her country place, which is near her son, Fred's place. On January 19, 1911, she died in own home, where her people and kind neighbors came to minister to her during the few days she lived after being taken sick with pneumonia. Everything was done that loving hands could do to smooth her pathway to the grave and to love ones gone before. But she had passed the "three score years and ten" of scripture and did not have sufficient vitality to recover. Only a short time before her death her faithful physician said: "Oh we cannot spare her; everybody loved her, and when any one was sick she was right there." In various ways she expressed her willingness to go, and said: "Everything is all right." Once she looked up to her husband's picture and said to her son, Fred: "I will soon be with pa." Her range of sympathy with life was usually broad. Everything interested her, and if she had lived a generation later and could have enjoyed the advantages of education to a greater extent, she would have been a person of very great power for good. She was, however, self educated to a considerable extent and possessed an unusual gift in conversation. Those who knew her best can not but think of her as having passed on into a larger life where she can enjoy mental and spiritual development without hinderances which often hamper in this world. The funeral services were held at the home in Wilmore and were conducted by Rev. H. Stout. A large company of sympathetic neighbors were present. The body was taken across the country for burial in Kinsley cemetery, by the side of her husband.
-- The Western Star, 27 January 1911

WEYMS, BEULAH
The sable winged messenger of death has entered several homes in this locality of late to bereave and make lonely all that has been frequented by his visits. His latest victim is Mrs. Beulah Weyms, (colored) who died in this city Monday, of peritonitis. She was aged about 31, the wife of Russell Weyms, and a hard working and respected woman. Six small children are thus left motherless. The funeral services were held at the family residence on Tuesday p.m. by Rev. Latham.
-- The Western Star, 24 June 1893

WHEELER, SARAH (HUFFMAN)
Shortly after 8 o'clock on Monday morning of this week the sad news was spread throughout the town and the community northwest of town that Mrs. U. G. Wheeler was dead, the result of being struck by lightning about 8 o'clock a.m., on that day at her home northwest of Coldwater. On that morning a rain and electric storm prevailed in the neighborhood. Mrs. Wheeler and the two youngest children, also Mrs. Wheeler's invalid mother, were alone at the house. Mr. Wheeler and the other members of the family being in the field at work. Mrs. Wheeler went to the chicken house evidently to feed and look after her chickens, when lightning struck the small building near which she was standing and tore away some shingles and boards and evidently passed through Mrs. Wheeler's body, causing almost instant death. The body was found by one of the younger boys a few minutes later lying on the ground near the chicken house. The son says that as he approached he heard his mother utter a sort of groan, and that as he came near her she seemed to recognize him and looked up at him and smiled. It is thought, however, that life remained in the body for only a few minutes, as Mrs. Wheeler had ceased to breathe when Mr. Wheeler and neighbors arrived soon afterwards.
Sarah Huffman, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. C. P. Huffman, was born in Linn-co., Kansas, on April 1, 1864. Her age, therefore, at the time of her death was 56 years, 3 months and 18 days. In the year 1896 in Linn-co., she was united in marriage with U. G. Wheeler. To this union six children, all boys, were born, and all but one of whom, with the father, survive. One son died at the age of three years. The five remaining sons are: Donald, aged 21; Leslie, aged 19; Eli, aged 17; Everett, aged 16 and Charles, aged 12. Mrs. Wheeler is also survived by her mother, three sisters and two brothers. The sisters are: Mrs. Emma Hughes of Coolidge, Kans.; Mrs. Ada Huff and Mrs. Rhoda VanDevender of Colorado. The brothers are: Wm. Huffman of Yale, Okla., and Dan Huffman of Hutchinson, Kans. Mrs. Wheeler's mother, Mrs. Polina Huffman, now aged 83, has made her home with the Wheelers for about five years, during the past two years of which time she has been an invalid.
In the passing away of Mrs. Wheeler the family is deprived of one of the most devoted of wives and mothers and the entire community of a real neighbor and friend. During her entire life Mrs. Wheeler manifested a spirit of genuine christian hospitality and kindly consideration for the welfare of all about her. She helped to make her home one of real happiness and of loving service for others, and in the community where she lived her influence was always such as to bring helpfulness and good cheer to all with whom she came in contact. In a quiet, unassuming way she performed faithfully the duties of a wife, mother and community builder. How much she will be missed, only those who have been so bereaved can fully understand. Her influences in the home will long abide to bless those who knew her and who were the recipients of her countless ministrations of filial devotion and of kindly interest in her neighbors and friends. During nearly all her life Mrs. Wheeler had been a devoted member of some church, and her every deed attested to the genuineness of the profession she made. After coming to this county about 11 years ago, Mrs. Wheeler became a member of the Friends church.
Funeral services were conducted on Wednesday afternoon at 3 o'clock p.m. from the home and were in charge of Rev. Guy W. Harvey, the pastor of the Prairie Vale Friends church. A great many of the neighbors and friends attested their esteem for the deceased and their sorrow at her departure and were present at the funeral and burial services. They felt keenly the loss of one whom they had known and loved, yet they knew she was in every way prepared for the call to enter into her final reward. Hence, while the bereaved relatives and friends are sorrow-stricken, they have reason to rejoice that while Mrs. Wheeler lived among them her life was a constant blessing and inspiration and that she was ready to step out of this life into the realities of the great beyond. Another good wife and mother is gone, but she will not be forgotten.
-- The Western Star, 23 July 1920

WHITE, EMMA
Mrs. Emma White entered into her heavenly rest at two o'clock of the afternoon of November 8th, 1893. She was born in Christian county, Illinois, in 1862; was married to Henry White in 1887; lived 8 miles northwest of Coldwater, Kansas. She united with the Baptist church when quite young and lived a Christian life. In 1891 she was taken with la grippe and after all was done to cure her that medicine and help could offer, it was determined consumption had brought her where no cure could be found. In the two years of suffering she was cheerful and constant in thought and care for others. She leaves 3 children, her husband, a sister, two brothers, parents and many friends to mourn her loss. But she has gained her inheritances in a heavenly land, with kindly sympathy or affectionate interest she followed the fortunes for weal or woe of her friends. With rare thoughtfulness she remembered whom others forgot. It was a grievous trial for her to give up doing for others, but she showed her love and interests in the objects which had ever filled her life; so good a life must lead to a happy death; so useful a life must have cherishing memories; so devoted a life must furnish bright example to which many will refer and others will endeavor to imitate. Three days previous to her death she said, "I an hungry for prayer and song; I know my redeemer liveth. The Lord is my Sheperd, I know I shall not want." If we could but hear the singing, As they are singing now, If we could but see the radiance Of the crown on each dear brow, There would be no sign to smother, No hidden tear to flow," None knew her but to love her; none named her but to praise. S. E. Ross.
Another home has been robbed of its crowning glory. Mrs. Henry White has passed to the Great Beyond - that "borne from whence no traveler has yet returned." She died Wednesday, November 9th at 2 o'clock, at her home, 6 miles northwest of Coldwater, surrounded by family and friends. She was truly a good woman, loved and respected by all who knew her. Death came to her as sleep to a child and she passed quietly into the other world. Her death was caused from consumption, of which dread disease she had been suffering for the past two years. She leaves a husband and three or four children to mourn her irreparable loss. The funeral services were held at the M. E. church, Wednesday afternoon, Rev. Latham officiating, and the remains laid to rest in the Coldwater cemetery.
-- The Western Star, 25 November 1893

WILKINS, CHILD
One of the most distressing accidents that has come to The Star's notice, for some time, occurred at our neighboring city of Nescatunga, Tuesday of this week. The little three year old daughter of Fred Wilkins, a highly esteemed citizen of this county, by some means got hold of some arsenic or strychnine that had been kept at the house for mice. The poison had been kept in a large box in a tin can, and while Mr. Wilkins was arranging to go to Oklahoma recently, the can was set upon the window sill and unnoticed, left there. The child discovered the poison and told her mother she licked it from the can. She at once became very sick and clenched her teeth and it was impossible to get her to take an emetic. A doctor was sent for, but she died in agony before he could reach her. This is the second sad death of a child we have to chronicle this week. One extremely sad feature is that her father was absent in Oklahoma at the time of the accident, and only her mother and brother were at home at the time. Mr. and Mrs. Wilkins have the sympathy of all in this hour of such trial. The funeral occurred Thursday.
-- The Western Star, 13 May 1893

WILKENS, CHILDREN
A most singular and horrifying accident occurred at Anthony, in Harper county, last Monday morning about 2 o'clock. W. H. Wilkens, with his wife and five children, (colored) were sleeping in a recently built storm cave, when the roof collapsed and buried the whole family beneath with heavy wet earth and the timbers of the roof. The five children, ranging from 8 months to 13 years, were smothered to death, and it was only by the greatest exertions that Mr. Wilkens succeeded in extricating himself and then saved his wife by pawing the dirt with his hands away from her face, which gave her air and temporary relief. He then tried to relieve his children; but finding that he could do nothing with his hands, he ran to a neighbor's a few yards away and gave the alarm. He returned with a shovel, and, with the aid of others, tried to save the lives of the children, but their efforts were unsuccessful. The earth from the roof covered the children from two to three feet deep, commingled with the boards and rafters, and it was nearly a half hour from the time of the accident until the last body was taken out. The wife, when released seemed to be more dead than alive, but soon revived and is resting as quietly as possible under the circumstances. Mr. Wilkens was not seriously hurt, but the shock unnerved him and he is now under the care of a physician.
-- The Western Star, 14 May 1892

WILLARD, GEORGE
George Willard, aged six years, and son of Mr. and Mrs. E. Willard, of Nescatunga township, died suddenly Tuesday and was buried Wednesday in the city cemetery. He had been ill a week or ten days, but was not considered dangerous Saturday. His trouble was brain fever or meningitis.
Died - The little son of Mr. and Mrs. E. Willard, of Logan township last Tuesday. He died very suddenly. The disease was unknown. The funeral was preached Wednesday at 10 o'clock, by Rev. Dexter. The remains were laid to rest in Coldwater cemetery.
-- The Western Star, 16 February 1895

WILLIAMS, BERTA (SHEPHERD)
Mrs. C. C. Williams died on last Sunday, March 26, 1916, at the home of a sister in Pond Creek, Okla., after a long illness. Burial was made in Pond Creek cemetery, Mrs. William's father having been buried there several years ago. Deceased had, with her husband, been a resident of this city for a little over 10 years. It was just before coming to Coldwater that she was, as Miss Berta Shepherd, united in marriage with Chas. C. Williams, who survives her. She endured her long illness with patience, and even during her most extreme suffering, was resigned, and hopeful almost to the end. Many friends here unite in extending to the bereaved husband their sincere sympathy.
-- The Western Star, 31 March 1916

WILLIAMS, BOB
This community was shocked on Wednesday evening of this week when the news was flashed over the phones that Bob Williams had died at a few minutes after 7 o'clock on that evening at his home 3 miles northwest of this city. It was not generally known that he was sick, for he was in town on Saturday afternoon and evening and was apparently in good health. He took sick on Monday and on Tuesday, he was seized with apoplexy and soon afterwards cerebral hemorrhage set in, and this caused his death. Funeral services were held at 4 o'clock p.m. yesterday in the M. E. church, the pastor, Rev A. A. Hankins, being in charge. Interment was made in the Coldwater cemetery. Deceased was a son of J. R. Williams, who died about 4 years ago. He was a young man of promise, being industrious and faithful in the performance of every duty.
-- The Western Star, 10 May 1912

WILLIAMS, EMMA MARIA (MILLER)
Emma Maria Miller, daughter of Rev. Allen Miller (late of the Northern New York conference) and Maria Miller, was born in Dickinson, Franklin co., New York, on February 6, 1853, and departed this life July 16, 1904, at Topeka, Kansas, aged 51 years, 5 months and 10 days. She was united in marriage to Rev. Chas. E. Williams (now pastor of the M. E. church in Coldwater) at Ohio, Herkimer co., New York on October 18, 1875. Of this union four children were born (one dying in infancy) -- Clarence E. of Cheney, Kansas; Mrs. Gertrude M. Harwell of Dodge City, and Gerry M. Williams, who lives with his father in Coldwater, Kansas. In 1876 they moved to Chautauqua co., New York; in 1878 to Erie co., Pennsylvania, and in 1880 to Sedgwick co., Kansas, where in 1882 Rev. Williams joined the Southwest Kansas conference. Deceased was well fitted for the work of a Methodist pastor's wife, as she was born and reared in a Methodist minister's home. She was an efficient helper in the home, pastoral and revival work, and especially among young people. Always a lover of the Master, at about the age of 10, in a meeting held by her father, she consciously received a knowledge of her acceptance with God. It was her greatest delight to labor for others. Burial took place in the Topeka cemetery at 4 p.m. on Sunday. Rev. W. L. Dexter of Topeka, formerly pastor of the M. E. church in Coldwater, conducted the services. The bereaved husband and children have the sincere sympathy of all.
-- The Western Star, 22 July 1904

WILLIAMS, GLADYS
Gladys Williams, the infant daughter of Perry M. and Laura Williams, faded away last Saturday evening April 16th, about 6:30 o'clock. It was nearly four months old, a beautiful babe and the joy of the household. Gladys had been ill from la grippe, but appeared well until about noon Saturday, when she took a relapse and died in a few hours. The last sad rites were paid Sunday afternoon at 2 o'clock, when the remains were laid away in the city cemetery. Mr. and Mrs. Williams have the sympathy of the community.
-- The Western Star, 23 April 1898

WILLIAMS, INA (NEWLIN)
At 6 p.m. on May 11, 1908, at her home in Spokane, Wash., occurred the death of Mrs. Ina Newlin-Williams, daughter of Hiram and Ruth Newlin. Her age at the time of death was 29 years, 2 months and 6 days. Again, the Death Angel has come and sorrow has fallen on another home. The deceased was born in Parke co., Indiana, and removed with her parents to Comanche co., in the spring of 1885. She lived here until December 1901, when she moved to Ellensburg, Wash. In January, 1905, she, with a sister, went to Pendleton, Ore. At that place she joined the Christian church, of which she continued to be a consistent member. While at Pendleton she was married to S. C. Williams on March 14, 1906. In May 1907, she and her husband moved to Alberta, Canada, and purchased a home where they lived until her health failed, when she went to Spokane to her husband's people hoping to be benefited by the change of climate, but to no avail. Her death was calm and peaceful. She was attended, during the last month of her illness, by her sister, Mrs. Ethel Dewees. She leaves a babe 10 months old, a husband, two brothers and three sisters to mourn her loss. She was kind and tender hearted, a loving sister and devoted wife and mother.
-- The Western Star, 29 May 1908

WILLIAMS, JAMES ROBERT
The funeral services of J. R. Williams, whose death the STAR noted last week, were held at the Presbyterian church in this city at 3 p.m. on last Saturday. Rev. I. W. Bailey of the Baptist church had charge and preached an appropriate funeral service. He was assisted by Rev. J. C. Bigbee and Rev. J. J. Bagsley of the Presbyterian church. Interment was made in the Coldwater cemetery.
James Robert Williams was born on September 28, 1853, at Round Head, Hardin county, Ohio. At the age of 17 he moved with his parents to Eagleville, Mo., where he resided until the year 1874, when he moved to McPherson county, Kansas. He came to Comanche county in the year 1897. He was an industrious, honest and respectable citizen and a kind and loving father and husband. He died in the St. Francis hospital in Wichita on September 3, 1908, aged 54 years, 10 months and 5 days. He leaves a wife and thirteen children to mourn.
-- The Western Star, 11 September 1908

WILLIAMS, JOHN Q.
John Q. Williams died at 9 a.m. on Tuesday, June 5, 1906, at the home of his brother, D. H. Williams, near Cullison, Pratt co. He was seized with a severe stroke of paralysis of the left side on the Saturday evening before and soon afterwards Mr. Williams became unconscious. He never regained consciousness. Deceased was born in Venango county, Pennsylvania, on February 13, 1842, and was, therefore, in his 65th year at the time of his death. In the year 1861 he was married to Miss Ellen McMullen who survives him. Mr. and Mrs. Williams moved from Pennsylvania to Pratt county, Kansas, in September, 1884, and in 1891 they moved to this county, settling on Kiowa creek in Irwin township. About a year ago Mr. Williams sold his farm in this county to J. W. Hoch, who now, lives thereon. Mr. Williams health had not been good for some time. He had led an active, busy life, and even up to a year ago was a hard worker. Frank H. Williams, son of the deceased, and whose home is in Franklin, Pa., was present at the burial services which took place in the Pratt cemetery on Thursday.
-- The Western Star, 13 June 1906

WILLIAMS, MARGARET FRANCES (WILSON)
Margaret Frances Wilson was born in Jefferson county Missouri, December 14th, 1865. She was united in marriage to W. P. Williams, March 2nd, 1886. To this union 4 children were born, two of them dying in infancy, the other two survive their mother. She leaves her husband, W. P. Williams, two sons, Clayton Williams of Protection, Kansas and Roy Williams of Coldwater, Kansas. Two brothers and three sisters all living in Missouri, four grandchildren and other relatives and friends that will miss her love and kindness. She was a member of the Church of God about fourteen years. She lived and died in the faith of Christ. She was a loving wife and mother. Departed this life, Thursday, May 3rd, 1923, age 57 years, 4 months and 19 days. The funeral was conducted by the writer at the Church of Christ, Protection, Kansas, May 6th, 2:00 p.m. The Eastern Star had charge at the grave and we think their work is fine. G. M.
-- The Protection Post, 10 May 1923

WILLIAMS, THOMAS A.
Died - At his home in Powell tp., Comanche co., Kansas, On Monday, December 30, 1901, Thomas A. Williams, aged 74 years, 2 months and 21 days. Deceased had been in quite poor health for two months or more before his death, which occurred at 10 a.m. on last Monday. A combination of diseases - producing a severe case of dropsy - was the cause of his death. Funeral services were held at the residence and were conducted by Rev. A. Burrill, of the U. B. church. Interment took place on Tuesday afternoon in the Coldwater cemetery.
Thos. A. Williams was born October 9, 1827. He moved when quite young with his father to Macon co., Missouri, and afterwards to Putnam co., that state. Later he moved to Taylor co., Iowa, where he lived for 25 years. In the spring of 1891 he moved to Comanche co., settling on Mule creek, where he resided until the time of his death. He leaves a wife and five children - Jas. M., T.E., John M., Martha N. and Mrs. Willa A. Willard. Since 1869 the deceased had been a member of the Christain church. In his death we are reminded of the apparently rapid taking away of the older class of settlers in Comanche co. The bereaved relatives have the sincere sympathy of all.
-- The Western Star, 3 January 1902

WILLIAMSON, HENRY J.
Henry J. Williamson, a former well known citizen of this city, died in the Wichita hospital about midnight on last Monday, June 4, 1917, after a brief illness of one week, resulting from a stroke of paralysis, and complications. Burial was made in Wichita on Wednesday, a Christian Science reader having charge of the funeral services. At the time of his death, Mr. Williamson's age was about 56. Deceased was a native of Indiana. he completed his education qualifications by a year's course in Du Pauw University, Greencastle, Indiana, he came west during the 80's and settled first in Ashland, but later in this city, where he secured work in a lumber yard (then the Chicago Lumber Co.) He finally became the sole owner of the yard, continuing in the business here until about five years ago, when he became a resident of Wichita. On June 13, 1890, in this city, Mr. Williamson was united in marriage with Birdie Hall, who, with an adopted daughter, King Hall, now, Mrs. L. L. Hulley, of Cheney, Kansas, survives him. His father also survives him, his home being in Greencastle, Indiana. Mr. Williamson had succeeded in accumulating considerable property, both in this county and in Wichita. A few years ago he sold his lumber, coal and hardware business in this city to the J. G. Wilson Lumber Co.
-- The Western Star, 8 June 1917

WILMORE, THOMAS A.
Thos. A. Wilmore, a pioneer settler in Comanche co., and for many years one of our best known citizens, died at his home in Del Norte, Colo., at 9 o'clock a.m. on last Saturday, July 7, 1917, aged about 70 years. He had been in failing health for some time. Burial; was made in Del Norte on Monday.
Thos. Wilmore was one of the first among the early cattlemen who chose this part of the state as a desirable place for locating a ranch and engaging in the stock business. He first worked for other parties, but it was not long until he launched out for himself. That was several years before the county was organized or began to be settled. Mr. Wilmore's ranch was to the north of and including the present town site of Wilmore. He prospered as a ranch man, his judgment being unusually good on all matters pertaining to livestock. When Santa Fe built the Englewood Branch through this county, a station and a post office were established on Mule Creek and named for Mr. Wilmore, who was postmaster for several years. Nearly 10 years ago he disposed of his ranch interests in this county, and not long afterwards, he, with his wife and two sons, Arthur and Ray, moved to Del Norte, Colo., near which city they had bought a good sized ranch, the change being made principally for the benefit of Arthur's health. Mr. and Mrs. Wilmore continued to make their home in Del Norte, while the sons looked after the farm and ranch.
On July 2, 1889, Mr. Wilmore was united in marriage with Miss Mattie A. Wright, the ceremony being performed by Arthur Ferrin, who was then a justice of the peace in Powell tp. All who knew "Tommy" Wilmore were his friends. He was kind hearted, generous and hospitable. His sturdy, rugged, honest character left an indelible impress upon those with whom he associated. Friends in this county extend sincere sympathy to the bereaved wife and sons.
-- The Western Star, 13 July 1917

Saturday night, July 7, Thomas Wilmore passed away at his residence in this city, following an illness of several weeks, caused by harding of the arteries and infirmities which come with old age. Funeral services, in charge of the Masons, were held from the Wilmore home at 2 o'clock Monday afternoon, following the arrival of Ray Wilmore from Fort Russel, Wyo. Rev. Adams preached a very fine sermon and a choir composed of members of the Eastern Star lodge, Mrs. Adam Weiss, Mrs. Webster, Mrs. Evans and Miss Dorothy Stone sang several hymns. Following the services the funeral cortege formed, and the remains under escort of a very large number of Masonic brethren, were taking to the Del Norte cemetery and laid to rest with Masonic rites.
Thomas Wilmore was born in Toronto, Canada September 17, 1843, of Scotch and Irish parentage. Before reaching his majority he left his Canadian home and arriving at New York City in April. 1863, he enlisted in the U. S. Navy, serving for two and one half years, all of this time on the battleship Niagra. He is assisted in the capture and return to England of the Confederate Cruiser and blockade runner, Georgia, in August, 1863. After the close of the Civil War he was honorably discharged from the Navy, and went to Texas where he settled near San Antonio, and engaged in the cattle business. He took part in many drives of Texas Long Horns thru the Indian Territory and Texas panhandle to the railroads in Kansas and Nebraska, and his exciting and interesting experiences on the Indian infested plains of the west during those early years would make very interesting reading. He settled in Kansas in the year 1876, and from this date until 1911, with the exception of tour years spent in Arizona, he was engaged in the livestock and ranch business in western Kansas where he had a prominent part in the development of that new country. The town of Wilmore, Comanche County, Kansas, was named after Mr. Wilmore, and it was here that he lived for 25 to 30 years. Considerable part of this time he was postmaster of his hometown. Mr. Wilmore was married July 2nd, 1888, at Wilmore, Kansas, to Mattie A. Wright who survives him. From this union two children wee born, both sons, Arthur T., of the Wilmore Hardware Co., and Ray W. now in the U. S. Army service stationed at Fort D. A. Russel, near Cheyenne, Wyoming. Besides his wife and sons he leaves three grandchildren. He came to Colorado in November, 1911, and settled at Del Norte, where he purchased a ranch on Pinos Creek and engaged in the cattle business, in the year 1914 he traded his ranch for the W. W. Wilson hardware stock, which he turned over to his sons, purchased a residence in town and retired from active business to enjoy a well earned rest. During the years that the deceased resided in the Del Norte section he made many friends and acquaintances. By his very acts he proved that he was a man in the true sense of the word. He was a good citizen, a good neighbor, a kind and loving father and husband. Three score years and more were his in this world. These he had lived actively and well, and goes to the world beyond to take the reward for those who live the honorable and upright life. Members of the family here have the sympathy of the entire community in their dark hour of sorrow and bereavement. -- Del Norte News.
-- THE WILMORE NEWS, 19 July 1917

WINKLER, FRED
Within the past six weeks Coldwater has been the scene of three fatal accidents. The first was occasioned from a run away buggy, then particulars which have already been published in the Star. The last accident occurred on Friday evening of last week, about 7:30 o'clock to Fred Winkler, an employee of the C. K. & W. railroad. He was riding in a flatcar and when the train reached this side of Calvary Creek bridge, the engineer, wishing to stop the train turned on the air brakes with such force as to jerk Winkler from the car on which he was riding. In the sudden fall he was caught in the frame work about the wheel and dragged along the track some distance, mangling his right leg and inflicting internal injuries from which he died the following morning. He was brought to the depot and medical assistance summoned but it was proved of no avail. He was buried here on Saturday among strangers. Winkler is lately from Germany and the only relative he had on this side of the waters is a brother who resides in St. Louis.
-- The Western Star, 3 September 1887

WOLF, ELIZABETH (KEAGY)
Mrs. Elizabeth Wolf died on Thursday of last week, March 18, 1915, at the home of her son, A. J. Wolf, in Shimer-tp., this county, and was buried in the Coldwater cemetery on Friday, after brief funeral services had been held at the home. Elder J. H. Bristor of the Christian church of this city being in charge. About a week before her death, Mrs. Wolf was stricken with a severe attack of lagrippe, which was followed by a stroke of paralysis. She bore her suffering with remarkable patience, and seemed to be only awaiting the summons of the wise and loving Father. At the age of 13, Mrs. Wolf united with the Friends' church, but later in life she became a member of the Christian church. She was a devoted follower of the lowly Nazarene. Another faithful wife, mother and friend is gone!
Elizabeth Keagy was born in Bedford, Penn., on January 15, 1828. On March 9, 1848, she was married to Josiah Wolf, who died on December 6, 1903, at Bandon, Ore. To this union were born 9 children - four sons and five daughters, eight of whom survive her. One son died in infancy. Those surviving are: Anna Davison, Sterling, Va.; Abraham Wolf, Mulberry, Kans.; Belle Epperly, Kansas City, Mo.; A. J. Wolf, Comanche-co, Kans.; Lyman Wolf, Ore.; Augusta Stephenson, Brandon, Ore.; Carrie Sparling, Iantha, Mo.; Fannie Mills, Lamar, Mo. She had twenty nine grandchildren and nine great grandchildren. She had so lived that when the summons came "to join that innumerable caravan which moves to that mysterious realm where each shall take his chamber in the silent halls of Death," she went "not like a quarry slave, at night scourged to his dungeon, but sustained and soothed by an unfaltering trust, approaches his grave like one who wraps the drapery of his couch about him and lies down to pleasant dreams."
Card of Thanks. We wish to thank our neighbors and friends for their help and sympathy during the recent sickness and death of our dear mother, also for the beautiful floral offerings, especially those of the Fairview Aid. A. J. Wolf and wife, Mrs. J. R. Sparling and Mrs. A. L. Mills.
-- The Western Star, 26 March 1915

WOOD, CLIFTON
Clifton Wood, son of Mr. and Mrs. Elsiha Wood, was born at Marshall, Mo., September 4, 1861, and passed away January 29, 1945, at his home in Wilmore, age 83 years, 4 months and 25 days. He was united in marriage with Anna May McDaniel December 28, 1887. To this union were born five children, four sons and one daughter, the latter dying in infancy. His wife preceded him in death March 14, 1943. Mr. Wood moved to Kiowa county, Kansas in 1885, where he homesteaded and lived on the old homestead north of Wilmore 37 years. The rest of his life was spent in Wilmore. He joined the Christian church while a young man in Missouri. He had an abiding faith in his Lord and loved the church to which he was loyal unto his death. Mr. Wood was a good neighbor, a kind and loving husband and father and an upright citizen. He was held in high esteem by all who knew him. He leaves to mourn his passing four sons; Harold of Wichita, Kans., Ernest and Basil of Wilmore and Prowell of Sheridan, Wyo., and two sisters: Mrs. Minnie Wilson, Sweetwater, Texas, and Mrs. Susan Gibson, Clebourne, Tex. Also surviving are 18 grandchildren, six great grandchildren, other relatives and a host of friends.
-- The Western Star, 9 February 1945

WOOD, JASPER
Jasper Wood, who had been working for some time for F. M. Watson in this county, died on Thursday of last week in Wichita where he had gone for medical treatment. Burial took place in Wichita on Saturday. The doctors pronounced the cause of death quick rheumatism. Sam and Cliff Wood, brothers of the deceased, attended the funeral. The bereaved relatives have the sympathy of all in their sad affliction.
-- The Western Star, 30 December 1904

WRIGHT, BLANCHE ADELL
Every mother and father will sympathize with Mr. and Mrs. J. A. Wright of this city, over whose home the dark winged messenger of death brought desolation yesterday. Their youngest child, a little girl about a week ago, dislocating its leg. Blood poisoning set in a few days ago and the little sufferer died at 2:30 o'clock Friday morning. How relentless is death! It casts its shadows and leaves its gloom over the happiest homes, and steals away the little jewel, whose prattles made music around the hearth stones. With black, somber wings he hovers o'er the homes, and with icy touch closes the eyes, places the eternal seal of silence upon the little lips, and takes from the loving arms of fond parents the little one who was only loaned from heaven for a time.
-- The Western Star, 6 June 1891

Blanche Adell, infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. A. Wright of this city, aged 10 months, whose sad death, was mentioned in last week's paper, was buried near Milan, in Sumner county, last Saturday evening. Little Blanche was a beautiful babe, lovable and loved, and the sorrowing parents will ever retain the vision of the glowing and sweet face.
-- The Western Star, 13 June 1891

WRIGHT, MATILDA C.
At 9:30 o'clock p.m., February 15th, 1896, Matilda C. Wright passed quietly away, at her home near Wilmore. The deceased was born in Alabama, May 5th, 1839. Became a member of the Christian church at the age of sixteen years and has always lived a true Christian life. Has been a resident of this county for about ten years. She leaves a husband and a large family of children and grandchildren to mourn her. All of the family except one son, who is at Portland, Oregon, was with her at the time of her death. The burial took place Sabbath evening, when a large number of relatives and friends followed the remains of a loved wife, mother and silver haired grandmother to their final resting place.
We miss thee from our home mother, We miss thee from thy place, A shadow o'er our home is cast, We miss the sunshine of thy face. We miss thy kind and willing hand, Thy fond and tender care, Our home is dark without thee, We miss thee every where. M.W.
-- The Western Star, 22 February 1896

WUCHTER, CLINT C.
The people of Protection and vicinity were shocked on Thursday evening of last week to learn of the sudden death of Clint C. Wuchter, one of the best known young men of that city. Clint had attended orchestra practice and apparently was in his usual health. About 10:30 p.m. he returned to the home of his brother, Jake, and as he entered the house it was noticed that he appeared to be dizzy. He called for a chair, and had no more than seated himself when he expired. Apoplexy was given as the probable cause of death. Clint was one of Protection's highly respected citizens. He had a wide acquaintanceships throughout the western half of the county, as he had lived in Protection tp. since 1884 when his parents, Mr. and Mrs. P. P. Wuchter, settled there and thus were numbered among the pioneer settlers of the county. He was regarded by all as a very honorable young man. He was especially popular in the musical circles of Protection, having been for a number of years a prominent member of the Protection band. At the time of his death, he was 35 years and 24 days of age. His father died a little over 8 years ago. His mother, two brothers, Jake, who at present is in Old Mexico, and John, who lives in the state of Washington, and four sisters, Mrs. H. Prichard of Lawson, Kansas, Mrs. W. W. Baxter and Mrs. Will Haelsig of Protection and Mrs. Chas. Johnson of Capron, Okla., are left to mourn the loss of a dutiful son and brother. Interment was made in the Protection cemetery on Sunday afternoon. The funeral services, conducted in the opera house were in charge of Elder Tanksley pastor of the Christian church in Protection. The attendance at the funeral was quite large. The Odd Fellows and Woodmen lodges, of which orders the deceased was a member, had charge of the burial services.
-- The Western Star, 31 January 1913

WUCHTER, MONNA
Died - At 7 o'clock on last Saturday morning the people of Protection and vicinity were startled by the announcement of the death Monna Wuchter, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. A. Wuchter, of that city. Monna took sick on Friday, but up to Saturday evening her condition was not considered dangerous. She grew worse rapidly Saturday night, and although everything possible was done for her by the attending physician and by loving friends, she failed to rally. Many were the expressions of sympathy extended to the stricken relatives in their sad affliction. The burial took place Monday afternoon in the Protection cemetery. At the time of her death, Monna was 6 years, 2 months and 7 days old.
-- The Western Star, 21 January 1899

WUCHTER, PETER P.
At his home in Protection, Kansas, on Friday, January 15, 1904, Peter P. Wuchter, aged 69 years, 7 months and 27 days.
Another pioneer settler and prominent citizen of Commanche co., is gone! At a few minutes before 12 o'clock on last Friday night, Uncle Peter Wuchter, of Protection, yielded to the summons of Death. He had been in rather poor health for some time, being a sufferer from asthma. Yet no apprehensions had been felt of his being in a dangerous condition. On Friday evening he ate a light supper and was about the house some, though complaining of not feeling very well. His usual jovial disposition, even at that time, probably dispelled any fears of fatal results upon the part of his relatives and friends who were near by. Soon after supper he expressed a desire to lie down. This he did and soon afterwards began to show rapid signs of growing weaker. By 9 o'clock p.m. he had passed into an unconsciousness from which he never rallied. A weakness of the heart action which impeded a proper circulation of the blood was the immediate cause of his death.
Peter P. Wuchter was born in the province of Wutenburg in Germany on May 18, 1834. At the age of 14 he came to America, settling in New York where he lived for a number of years. He then moved to Laporte, Indiana, where, on November 21, 1857, he was married to Miss Fannie Myers. Mr. and Mrs. Wuchter afterwards moved to Ohio and lived for 5 or 6 years in Ashland co., that state. In 1885 they moved to Commanche co., settling at the then young and promising town of Protection, which city continued ever since that time to be their home. Uncle Peter ran a shoe store in Protection for a number of years, but for several years past had owned and conducted the leading hotel of that city.
The funeral which occurred at 2:30 p.m. on Sunday, was one of the largest ever witnessed in the county. From far and near the people turned out to pay their last tribute of respect to their good friend and neighbor. Over 80 vehicles and nearly 70 Odd Fellows on foot composed the funeral procession from the home to the Protection cemetery where burial took place. The funeral services were in charge of the Odd Fellows lodge of Protection, of which order the deceased had been a faithful member of the Protection lodge. The entire services were very beautiful and impressive.
In the death of "Uncle Peter" Wuchter, Commanche co. loses an upright and honored citizen and the people, wherever he was known, a true friend. He was kind to all, and especially to his family, his neighbors and his home town, was loyal and considerate in all things. His generous nature and his many kindly acts will long be remembered by those who knew him. He leaves a wife, three sons, J. A., John and Clinton, and three daughters, Mrs. W. W. Baxter, Mrs. H. Pritchard and Mrs. Chas. Johnson, to mourn the loss of a devoted husband and father. All of the children were present at the funeral expect John, who was unable to come from his home in Washington. John had been visiting here and had returned to his home only 2 weeks before his father's death. To the bereaved families the sincere sympathy of all is extended in their hour of sad bereavement.
Card of Thanks. To our many friends and neighbors: We wish to extend to you our heartfelt thanks for the help and sympathy shown to us in our darkest hours of trouble during the death and burial of our beloved husband and father. Fannie Wuchter and Family.
-- The Western Star, 2 January 1904

YATES, ELLENOR (WELLS)
"Summer joys are o'er, Florets bloom no more."
Ellenor Wells was born in Mullet county, Kentucky, January 12th, 1807; was married to Samuel Yates, March 12, 1833, and from Kentucky they removed to Calloway county, Mo., in 1851. Of this union there were eleven children born to them, 6 boys and 5 girls, all of whom survive her. She gave herself to Christ at the age of 14 years, and united with the M. E. church, since which time she has lived a devoted life, beloved by all who knew her. She fell asleep in Jesus, April 28, 1895, after an illness of six weeks, at the home of her daughter, Mrs. J. H. Hudson, in Avilla township, this county at the age of 88 years, 3 months and 16 days. She was preceded by her husband who entered into his Eternal rest about 8 years ago, in the full hope of Eternal life. May the kind and loving Father comfort and sustain the bereaved family.
-- The Western Star, 4 May 1895

YORK, JOHN W.
Born. October 30, 1849. Died. June 17, 1915.
The news of the death of John W. York, which occurred at 1:30 p.m. on Thursday, June 17, 1915, at his home 11 miles east of this city, brought to the entire community the most profound sense of sorrow, for he was widely known and esteemed almost as a personal friend by every one. As the wires carried the message, "Uncle John York is dead," there came instinctively into each heart the feeling of a loss of one of the best of neighbors and a citizen loyal and true to every standard of right living. It was quite generally known that Mr. York was in poor health, but few were aware of the seriousness of this condition. He was in town less than 2 weeks before his death and was apparently feeling some better. Soon afterwards, however, he became worse. It was then evident that his condition was extremely critical. He became unconscious about 24 hours before the end came and passed away as in a peaceful sleep. While he was yet conscious and realizing that he had not long to live, he called the members of his family about him and in words of the most fatherly tenderness and love counseled and prayed with them. It was a beautiful and touching "goodbye."
Mr. York's sickness began nearly a year ago and was due to a complication of physical infirmities. He was up and about much of the time, however. He remained patient, uncomplaining and hopeful to the end. His example of unselfish, quiet and noble living and his confident and peaceful approach to the hour of death will ever be an inspiring memory.
The funeral services were held at the home at 10 a.m. on Saturday and were conducted by Rev. J. Bert Smith, pastor of the Wilmore Baptist church. The sermon was appropriate in the thoughts presented and impressive in its delivery. Rev. Smith spoke from the text, "How are the mighty fallen." Rev. E. A. Powell and Rev. A. Burrill, both special friends of the deceased, assisted in the services. The former read the first psalm and offered prayer; the latter read 11 Samuel, 1:19-27. The Coldwater M.E. Male Quartet sang beautifully some of Mr. York's favorite hymns. The attendance was quite large, probably 400 people coming from all over the eastern half of the county, besides several families from outside of the county. About 50 automobiles and a number of carriages formed the procession from the home to the Coldwater cemetery where the body was laid to rest. Floral tributes and many other evidences of esteem and of kindly regard for the deceased were generously bestowed. The pall-bearers were: Three of his nearest neighbors-W. J. Pepperd, J. M. McCay and G. J. Isenbart; also three of his Baptist brethren in Wilmore-W.J. Ray, W. H. Long and G. J. Herndon, all of whom were near and trusted friends.
Deceased was born near Burnettesville, White-co, Ind., on October 30, 1849. His age, therefore, at the time of death was 65 years, 7 months and 17 days. On October 6, 1874, in Burnette's Creek, Ind., he was united in marriage with Miss Melvina Figg, who, through the succeeding years of adversity and of prosperity, was his faithful companion and helpmate. The family (husband, wife and 2 children) moved from Indiana to Kansas in the year 1879 and settled on a claim not far from Anthony in Harper-co. There they lived until 1893, when they moved to Comanche-co., settling on the farm which continued to be their home. Mr. York gave his attention chiefly to farming, and by industry and frugality he succeeded to a marked degree. He had acquired quite extensive land interests in this county and in Clark-co., and was counted among our well-to-do citizens.
Few men can claim with equally good reasons as did John W. York the universal esteem of their entire acquaintanceship. He was kind to all, generous and considerate, always cheerful and hopeful, even in the hour of adversity, patient, industrious, frugal, and, above all, he was of that upright and honorable type of men whose word is as good as their bond. During his 22 years residence in Comanche-co., there was never, as far as we know, in the mind of any one a question as to his honesty of purpose and uprightness of character. In the most complete sense, he was a good husband, father, neighbor, citizen. His place in the home and in the community was one of real affection, honor and perfect trust with those who knew him best. For practically all of his life Mr. York had been a member of the Baptist church, and consistently and faithfully did his life work, honor the Christian profession he made when but a child. For the event of death he had not the slightest fear; rather he expressed a resignation to the Divine Will which revealed the christian's hope and christian's faith.
Mr. York is survived by his wife, 5 sons and 4 daughters. The sons are: Frank York, who lives near Sitka, Clark-co., and Alvah, Harry, Lawrence and Truman, who are still at the family home, 11 miles east of this city. The daughters are: Mrs. Lillie Baker of Siloam Springs, Ark., and Misses Maude, Daisy and Stella, who are still at home. All were present at the time death occurred. W. L. York, a brother of the deceased, and whose home is in Monroe-co., Ind., was present at the funeral, having arrived here at 4 p.m. on Thursday. Two other surviving brothers-James and Henry York, live in White-co., Ind. Earl Martin of this city is a nephew. A cousin, Ira Tam, lives in Kiowa-co. Very fittingly did the words of the poet Foss, quoted at the funeral, apply to the deceased: "Let me live in a house by the side of the road and be a friend to man."
-- The Western Star, 25 June 1915

YOUNG, INFANT
The infant child of Mr. and Mrs. R. C. Young died last Monday morning, at 5 o'clock of membranous croup, after an illness of thirty six hours duration, at the age of sixteen months. Funeral services were conducted at the family residence Tuesday at 2 p.m. by Rev. Dexter, after which the remains were laid to rest in the cemetery east of town. Mr. and Mrs. Young share the sincere sympathy of many friends in their hour of sorrow.
-- The Western Star, 5 January 1895

ZELLEKEN, FRANK JOHN
Frank John Zelleken was born in Baxter Springs, Kansas, November 3, 1875; died April 17, 1918, at his home near Wilmore, Kansas. He is survived by his wife and son, Edward, his father, Ed Zelleken of Joplin, Missouri and four sisters, Mrs. Ed Dewyer and Mrs. Aurelia Morrow of Joplin, Mo., and Mrs. Ed Boquet and Mrs. Anna Comerford of Los Angeles, California; one sister and one infant brother having passed away several years ago. The funeral was conducted at the old home in Joplin by Brother Couch of the Central Christian Church, the Masons conducting the services at the cemetery. He was laid to rest in beautiful Mt. Hope cemetery where his mother, sister and infant brother were buried. He was an earnest and faithful member of the Christian church of Wilmore and a member of the Masonic Lodge and also of the Consistory of Wichita.
-- THE WILMORE NEWS, 25 April 1918

ZERBY, ELIZABETH (BEELEY)
Elizabeth, daughter of John and Dorothy Beeley was born in Sheffield, England, April 16, 1839 and died at the home of her brother, Joseph Beeley, near Arenzville, Ill., May 26, 1916, being 77 years, 1 month and 10 days old. She was one of 8 children. Three sisters, Sarah Beeley, Elizabeth Beeley and Martha Ellen Saunders and 1 brother, George Milton Beeley, preceded her to the Home Beyond. She came with her parents to America when she was but 3 years old and settled in Concord, Ill., where she grew to womanhood. She was converted in the old M. E. church in Concord when a small girl, but became a member of the Concord Christian church in 1867, thus being a charter member of the organization. She moved her membership to the Christian church, Coldwater, Kansas, about 1884 where it remained until her death. She was known as a faithful Christian woman and taught a class in the Sunday school in the Christian church in Concord, Ill., for many years. Even in her last sickness she did not falter or forsake her Lord. She was married to Lewis Zerby about 1859. He died in 1864. She leaves to mourn her loss 2 brothers, Joseph Beeley, Arenzville, Ill., and Thomas Beeley, Meredosia, Ill.; a sister, Mary Ann Skinner, Meredosia, Ill.; 2 sons, Lorenzo Zerby, Eureka, Ill, J. H. Zerby, Supply, Okla.; 3 daughters, Clara Griffith and Kitty Griffith of Coldwater, Kans., and Lottie Bachman of Glendale, Arizona; 26 grandchildren, 7 great-grandchildren and a host of friends.
Funeral services were conducted in the M. E. Church in Concord, Ill., Sunday afternoon, May 28, at 3 o'clock by L. M. Mulliken, pastor of the Christian church, assigned by Rev. Fairchild, pastor of the M. E. church. The pallbearers consisted of the nephews of the deceased, Edgar and Grover Beeley, Carl and Frank Skinner and Joseph and Ruel Parlier. Among those attending the funeral from away were, Mr. and Mrs. I. L. Zerby of Eureka, Ill., Mrs. Clara Griffith of Coldwater, Ks., Cecil Griffith of Plains, Kans. Chester Skinner and family, Mary Skinner, Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Beeley of Meredosia, Ill. and Wilbur Skinner of Jacksonville, Ill. Interment was in the Concord cemetery.
-- The Western Star, 9 June 1916

ZIELKE, MRS. CORNELIUS
Mrs. Cornelius Zielke died early Tuesday morning at her home about 17 miles southwest of this city. For some time she had been a sufferer from what appeared to be cancer of the stomach. Burial was made on Thursday in the Mennonite cemetery near Coy. Mrs. Zielke was about 65 years of age at the time of her death, and leaves to mourn her loss a husband and several children, most of whom have grown to manhood and womanhood. The bereaved relatives have the sympathy of all.
-- The Western Star, 6 April 1917