Green County
Obituaries
Monroe Times
publication date:
19 Dec 1988
Contributed by Cathy
Kubly
Obit of Gladys SANDLEY [excerpts]
Mrs Marvin (Gladys) SANDLEY, 94, formerly
of Browntown [WI], died Fri 16 Dec 1988...[in Monroe]. Born 17 Oct
1894 in Dunbarton, Lafayette Co [WI], she was the daughter of Ole &
Amy (VAN VOORHIS) SANDLEY. She attended Darlington area schools and
was married to Marvin L. SANDLEY 24 Dec 1913 at the East Wiota [Lutheran
Church] Parsonage. She farmed with her husband in the Woodford, South
Wayne and Browntown areas until they retired and moved into Browntown.
Mrs SANDLEY was the oldest member of Jordan Luteran Church and its Evangelical
Lutheran Church Women...also a member of the Royal Neighbors and the Charter
Chum Homemakers in Browntown. Survivors include two
daughters, Mrs Oscar (Rachel) SAMSON
of Monroe; Mrs Edwin (Geraldine) CHAPIN of rural Browntown; one sister,
Mrs Joseph (Ruth) WILLIAMS of Freeport; four grandchildren, seven great
grandchildren, and five great great grandchildren...was preceded in death
by her husband 17 May 1976, a grandson, and a brother, Frank SANDLEY.
Funeral...today [19 Dec l988] at the Jordan Lutheran Church, with the Rev
Ronald NYBROTEN of the Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in New Glarus officiating.
Burial...in the [Jordan Lutheran] church cemetery...
Monroe Times
Contributed by Cathy
Kubly
SCHINDLER, Edwin A. -
Obit [excerpts]
Surnames: SCHINDLER, MARTY, ANDEREGG,
NORDER, KUBLY, BEACH, GOBELI
Edwin A. SCHINDLER, 57, of Oxford
NE, formerly of Monroe, died Sat 23 Apr 1989 in Oxford. Born 30 Nov
1931 in Green Co...son of Albert & Frieda (MARTY) SCHINDLER...1950
graduate of Juda HS...served in the US Marine Corps,
entering 8 Jan 1952...corporal serving
in the Korean conflict for 10 months & 1 day...received the National
Defense Service Medal, Korean Service Medal with two stars & the United
Nations Service Medal...discharged 4 Jan 1954...[married] the former Nellie
ANDEREGG...11 Sept 1954...worked for 17 years at Dorman Cheese Corp, Monroe,
& another 18 years at Oxford Cheese in NE. Survivors include
his parents, Albert & Frieda SCHINDLER of Monroe; a son, Richard of
Monroe; three daughters, RoxAnn NORDER, Monroe; Rhonda KUBLY, Baraboo,
& Robyn BEACH, Oxford NE; his former wife, the current Nellie (ANDEREGG)
GOBELI; and six grandchildren...preceded in death by a daughter, Rebecca
Lynn in Mar 1961. Funeral...Thurs at Mitchel Nelson Funeral Home
in Oxford with burial in the Oxford Cemetery...
Albany, Green County
Wisconsin Vindicator
pub. Thursday, Jan.
12, 1899
Contributed by Christine
M. Spencer
Ludvig SCHOENLE
Surnames: Schoenle, Chandler
Ludvig Schoenle, better known by
our readers as Lewis Chandler, died suddenly Tuesday afternoon. An
autopsy showed that death was the result of heart disease and a coroner’s
jury returned a verdict accordingly. Deceased had been at his shoe
shop during a part of the day and no warning of his sudden death was evident.
Mr. Schoenle has been engaged in making and repairing boots and shoes here
for several years. He was a good workman, a quiet and peaceable citizen,
respected by all. On the 13th of last May he was married to Mrs.
Ella Kundert of New Glarus, who survives him. The remains will be
taken to New Glarus on the 11:10 train tomorrow for interment.
Contributed by Cathy
Kubly
Obit of Helen SCHROEDER [excerpts]
Helen L. SCHROEDER, 83, formerly of
W4749 County P, Jefferson Twp, died Thurs 4 May 1989 at the Monroe Manor
Nursing Home. The former Helen MEYTHALER was born 21 Apr 1906 in
Jordan Twp, the daughter of William & Laura (DEITZ) MEYTHALER...graduated
from Monroe HS & the Green Co Normal School & taught at the Bethel
& Banner Rural Schools prior to her marriage. She married Clarence
E. SCHROEDER 17 Jan 1926 in Monroe. They farmed in Jefferson Twp
where she had lived until entering the nursing home 10 Feb 1984.
Mr SCHROEDER died 23 Oct 1985. Mrs Schroeder was a member of the
United Methodist Church of Monroe...Women's Missionary Society of the East
Clarno Church...50-year member of the Clarno Homemaker Club. Survivors
include a son, Walter SCHROEDER of Janesville; a sister, Mary RUPNOW, Freeport;
and 3 grandchildren. She was preceded in death by four brothers,
Marvin, Earl, Ray & Lester; and three sisters, Nellie FLANNERY, Eva
SNYDER & Fannie KUBLY. Funeral...Fri [5 May 1989] at the Newcomer Funeral
Home, Monroe. The Rev Dr Laurence GOEBEL of the United Methodist
Church will officiate. Interment...Greenwood Cemetery, Monroe...
Monroe Times[Green
Co & Rock Co]
publication date:
29 Oct 1988
Contributed by Cathy
Kubly
Obit of Ruth C. (BOSSHART) SCHWARTZ
[excerpts]
Ruth C. SCHWARTZ, 67, Orfordville, died
Thurs 27 Oct 1988...Madison...born 27 Jan 1921 at Jordan Prairie Twp to
Conrad & Helen (MARTY) BOSSHART...graduated from Deaconess Hospital
School of Nursing, Freeport, as a registered
nurse...married Donald F. SCHWARTZ
in 1941. He died in 1973...was employed as a site manager for the
Rock Co Nutrition Program for the Elderly...member and deaconess of Luther
Valley Lutheran Church & a member of Rock Co Hospice Program...belonged
to AFS Internat'l/Intercultural Program & hosted four exchange students...was
active in Rock Co 4-H. In addition to her husband, she was preceded
in death by her parents and a brother...survived by three daughters, Betty
J. SCHWARTZ of Madison, Mrs Gary (Donna) YOST of Orfordville, and Lauri
SCHWARTZ of Madison; two sons, Kenneth L. SCHWARTZ of Winfield IL, and
Major Ronald C. SCHWARTZ of Edwards Air Force Base in CA; a sister, Marian
SHUTT, Monroe; and nine grandchildren...memorial service...Sun [30 Oct
1988] at Luther Valley Lutheran Church, rural Beloit, with the Rev David
BERG officiating...
Albany, Green County,
Wisconsin Vindicator
pub. Thursday, August
9, 1900
Contributed by Christine
M. Spencer
Mrs. Martha SCOTT
Mrs. Martha Scott, formerly of Attica,
died at the home of her son Emmett at Belleville July 31. Deceased
was born in Medina Co., Ohio in 1838. In 1856 she was married to
S.A. Scott and came to Exeter Township shortly afterward, where they lived
many years. Mr. Scott died in 1891. Four of six children survive
their mother.
Albany, Green County
Wisconsin Vindicator
pub. Thursday, March
17, 1892
Contributed by Christine
M. Spencer
Surname: Schultz
Ernest Shultz, a young many
23 years old, who lived on the Bowen farm about two miles southwest of
Albany, died Tuesday of heart disease. The funeral was held yesterday
at the Gap Church.
Monroe Times
Contributed by Cathy
Kubly
Obit of Harry SIGAFUS [excerpts]
Harry (Charlie) SIGAFUS, 64, formerly
of Warren, died Sat 30 Apr 1988...in Oregon IL. Born 9 May 1923 in
Jo Daviess Co, he was the son of Harry C. Sr & May Belle (METCALF)
SIGAFUS....[married] Charlene MCDONALD...Belle Co TX 8 Feb 1948.
A veteran of WW II, he was formerly employed by the Stephenson Co Highway
Dept. Survivors include his wife, Charlene; two sons, Ronald of Salt
Lake City UT & Steven of Valley Mills TX; two daughters, Mrs Mark (Connie)
MCHENRY & Mrs Eric (Christie)
RICHARDSON, both of Temple TX; four brothers, Gordon of Waukegan IL; Earl
of Massbach IL; John of Browntown & Richard of South Wayne; seven sisters,
Mrs Lyle (Violet) HAMMER of Monroe, Mrs Robert (Veva) MANTHEI of Forreston
IL; Mrs Charles (Elinor) WILLIAMS of Apple River, Mrs Gary (Carol) MEYER
of Warren & Mrs Gerald (Helen) FOX, Mrs Paul (Dolly) SIEMENS &
Mrs Ralph (Harriet) FRYER, all of Freeport; and 6
grandchildren...was preceded in
death by his parents and 1 brother. Funeral...Wed [4 May 1988] at the Bartell
Funeral Home in Warren with the Rev Alvin SIGAFUS officiating. Burial...Elmwod
Cemetery, Warren, where military graveside services will be conducted...
Albany, Green County,
Wisconsin Vindicator
pub. Thursday, Nov.
1, 1900
Contributed by Christine
M. Spencer
Mrs. Artemas SILVER
Surnames: Silver, Colton
Mrs. Artemas Silver died at her
home in this city Sunday morning after several weeks illness. The
funeral was held at the Baptist Church yesterday and the remains take to
the Exeter cemetery for interment. Harriet Colton was born in Chautauqua
County, NY Oct. 21, 1824. She was married to Artemas Silver March
12, 1845. Mr. and Mrs. Silver came west and settled in the town of
Mt. Pleasant, where they lived until a few years ago. For several
years they have lived in Albany. They have four children: Marion,
Lewis, Truman and Flora. Mrs. Silver was a kind, motherly gentlewoman,
beloved by all who knew her. Besides her aged husband and the children
she leaves a brother, Arden Colton, and many other relatives to mourn their
loss.
Albany Green County
Wisconsin Vindicator
pub. Thursday, Feb.
13, 1896
Contributed by Christine
M. Spencer
Mrs. Marinda (Loveland) SILVER
Surnames: Silver, Loveland, Bates, Brown,
Fulton
Died-At her home near Attica, town
of Mt. Pleasant, Green County, Wisconsin on Saturday, Feb. 1, 1896, Mrs.
Marinda Loveland Silver, aged 92 years, 5 months and 20 days. Her
father, Andrus Loveland, was of English descent. He died Sept. 2,
1869 in his 97th year. He was four times married and the father of
22 children. Argalus Loveland, half brother to Mrs. Silver, residing
in the town of Washington, is the only living child. He is nearly
82 years old. He was not strong enough to attend his sister’s funeral.
Her mother, Rachel Bates Loveland, was the mother of nine children.
She died when Marinda was of the tender age of five years. Mrs. Silver
was born in Middlefield, Hampshire County, Mass., Aug. 11, 1803.
Was married to Christopher Silver on March 2, 1820 in Erie Co., Pa.
They came to Wisconsin in 1845 and settled on the farm where she died.
She was idolized by her husband who, Aug. 30, 1881, was called to his eternal
home. The disease of which she died was paralysis; for 13 years she
has been quite helpless. Her youngest daughter, Ann, lived with her;
and surely no daughter was ever kinder or gave more untiring care to a
loving mother. Truly, such devotion will receive its reward here,
as well in the “Great Beyond”. Her husband and six children were
waiting for here in the “Better Land”. And Sarah Fulton, of Wausau, Wis.,
Artemus of Albany, Azariah, of Holdrege, Neb., Willis of Emporia, Kansas,
Clarissa Brown of Carbondale, Kansas, Ann, of Attica and Alonzo, who lives
near the homestead and since his father’s death has seen that every want
of his mother’s home was supplied, are left to mourn a dear mother, to
whom they confided their sorrows and joys. “They knew full well that
mother’s worth, Have ever felt that mother’s love; Her memory clings to
them on earth, Her spirit calls to home above”. About 30 years ago,
Mrs. Silver was baptized and united with the Adventist Church, and has
ever been a firm believer in immortality through Christ at his appearing
and kingdom. She bore her physical sufferings with Christian fortitude
and resignation, patiently waiting for the Master’s call. She was
gifted with great natural abilities, always kept her own accounts; retained
her eyesight and her mind to the last. The funeral services were
held in the M.E. Church at Attica on Tuesday, Feb. 4. An earnest
sermon, proving that the aged sister’s faith was the true faith, was preached
by the Rev. E.P. Graves of Albany. The choir furnished excellent
music. The closing hymn “Sweet Bye and Bye” she herself sang a few
days before her death. All of her children were present excepting
Sarah, who was too feeble to come. Relatives and a large concourse
of sympathizing friends followed her remains to the Exeter cemetery.
There she was laid to rest by the side of her husband and five children.
At the close, the heartfelt thanks of the family were returned for the
many kindnesses shown them during their affliction. “she sleeps the
peaceful sleep from which none ever wake to weep, Beyond the smiling and
weeping, Beyond the farewell and the greeting, beyond the sowing and the
reaping”.
Monroe Times
pub. 6 Feb 1989
Contributed by Cathy
Kubly
SKATTUM, Helen C. - Obit
[excerpts]
Surnames: SKATTUM, PETERSON, BENDICKSON,
OSTBY, CARLSON, DUNNEISEN
...Helen C. SKATTUM, 78, Argyle...died
Fri 3 Feb 1989 in...Darlington. The former Helen C. BENDICKSON was
born in Wiota Twp, Lafayette Co, 26 June 1910...daughter of Arne &
Clara (PETERSON) BENDICKSON...married Ingval OSTBY 14 Mar 1928. He
died 15 June 1946...[married] Sever SKATTUM...2 Feb 1957. He died
2 Aug 1957...[she] had been employed for many years as a cook in the area,
both at a nrsg home & for the Argyle Public Schools...survived by a
son, Sherman OSTBY of Darlington;
two stepsons, Paul SKATTUM of rural Argyle & Delbert SKATTUM of Loves
Park IL; two stepdaughters, Mrs Gerald CARLSON of Rockford & Mrs Robert
(Mary Lou) DUNNEISEN of Waterloo; a half brother, three half sisters, three
grandchildren, 20 step grandchildren & 37 step great grandchildren...in
addition to her husbands, she was preceded in death by a half sister...was
a member of the Argyle Lutheran Church & its WELCA
organization & the Royal Neighbors
of American Lodge. Funeral today [6 Feb 1989] at the Argyle Lutheran
Church. The Rev Lyman OMAN officiated. Interment...East Wiota
Cemetery...
Albany, Green County
Wisconsin Vindicator
pub. Thursday, Feb.
18, 1897
Contributed by Christine
M. Spencer
Mrs. Mary J. Hess SMITH
Smith, Hess, Bowen
Died at her residence in Albany
on Sunday, Feb. 14, 1897, Mrs. Mary J. Smith, aged 55 years and 25 days.
Mary J. Hess was born in Frankfort, Herkimer Co., NY Jan. 19, 1842.
Her parents came west when she was a child and settled in Magnolia, Rock
Co. One brother, Benjamin, lives in Magnolia, and another, Zachariah,
in Oklahoma. She was married to J.S. Smith on Jan. 17, 1859 and has
resided in Albany ever since, with the exception of two years residence
at Silver Creek, Michigan. Two children were born to them, Nellie,
wife of E.W.Bowen of Warrens, this state, and Frank, who resides at Madison,
South Dakota, both of whom were permitted to be present at the death of
their mother. Mrs. Smith has not enjoyed good health for many years,
but a resolute will kept her from yielding. Her last sickness was
brief and few knew that she was dangerously ill until two or three days
before her death, when she suffered a stroke of paralysis. Mrs. Smith
was a loving wife and mother, a leader in social circles, and reforms,
and will be missed by all. Funeral services were held at her late
residence Monday afternoon, Rev. C.C. Swartz conducting the services.
The floral offerings were profuse, and a lovely floral star from the Albany
Chapter of Eastern Star, of which deceased was a member, being particularly
fine. The Eastern Star attended the funeral in a body. The
sympathy of the entire community is extended to the bereaved husband and
children.
Albany, Green County
Wisconsin Vindicator
pub. Thursday, February
1, 1894
Contributed by Christine
M. Spencer
Surnames: Spangler, Smith, Murrey
Mrs.Frances Spangler died
at the residence of Mrs. Abby Murrey last Sunday, in the 70th year of her
age. Frances H. Smith was born in Clinton Co., Penn. July 27, 1824.
She was married to Elias Spangler Sept. 15, 1845. They came west
about 43 years ago and settled on a farm about three miles southeast of
Albany, Mr. Spangler entered the war of the rebellion and came home on
a sick furlough dying shortly after his arrival. They were the parents
of eight children, all of whom are now living. Funeral services were
held at the M.E. Church Tuesday afternoon and the remains interred in the
Albany cemetery.
Monroe Times
pub. 10 Sept 1988
Contributed by Cathy
Kubly
Obit of Fred SPEICH [excerpts]
Fred Speich, 83, 1615 17th St, died
Fri 9 Sept 1988...[in Monroe]. Born 29 May 1905 in Green Co, he was
the son of Christopher & Ursula (SCHNEIDER) SPEICH...[married] Sylvia
L. KUBLY...10 Dec 1930 in Dubuque [IA]...farmed for
25 years in Sylvester Twp &
lived in Albany for 16 years...moved to Monroe in 1974...was also a trucker
for 12 years at Luedy's...was a member of St John's United Church of Christ.
Survivors include 1 daughter, Mrs Bradley (Joyce) BINDER, rural Monticello;
1 sister, Mrs Joe (Margaret) BLEICH, Janesville; 3 grandchildren &
7 great grandchildren...was preceded in death by his parents, his wife,
Sylvia on 8 Dec 1983; a son, Nathan in 1974 & 1 brother Jacob. Funeral...Mon
[12 Sept 1988] at Stuessy Funeral Home with the Rev Arthur ELLERSIECK officiating.
Burial...Hillcrest Cemetery, Albany...
Albany, Green County
Wisconsin Vindicator
pub. Thursday, Feb.
1, 1894
Contributed by Christine
M. Spencer
Surname: Staver
Frederick Staver, an old
resident of the town of Cadiz, died last Thursday at an advanced age.
Albany, Green County
Wisconsin Vindicator
pub. Thursday, November
10, 1898
Contributed by Christine
M. Spencer
Vincent STEINDAL
Died, at Attica, Nov. 3, 1898, Vincent,
only child of Earnstena and Bartholomew Steindal, aged one year and four
days. He is not dead, this child of your affection, But gone unto that
school Where he no longer needs your poor protection, and Christ Himself
doth rule H.B.B.
Monroe Times
pub. 3 May 1989
Contributed by Cathy
Kubly
STEINER, Alma - Obit
[excerpts]
Surnames: STEINER, DOKKEN, DAMMEN,
SPEARS, HEFTY, LEASE
Mrs Carl (Alma) STEINER, 85, New
Glarus, died Tues 2 May 1989...New Glarus...The former Alma DOKKEN was
born 30 July 1903 in Adams Twp, Green Co, to Haldor & Bertha (DAMMEN)
DOKKEN...married Carl STEINER 15 Oct 1929 at Blancharville Lutheran Church.
The couple celebrated their 59th wedding anniversary last October...was
a member of Swiss United Church of Christ, New Glarus...survived by her
husband, Carl, New Glarus; a sister, Mrs Helen SPEARS, Blanchardville;
& nieces & nephews...was preceded in death by a daughter, Bertha
HEFTY; a grandson, Steve HEFTY; two sisters, Mrs Emma LEASE & Minnie
SPEARS; & two brothers, Louis & Albert DOKKEN. Funeral...Fri
[5 May 1989] at Swiss United Church of Christ with the Rev William KOEHLER
& the Rev E. W. GUINTHER officiating. Burial...Swiss Church Cemetery...
Albany, Green County
Wisconsin Vindicator
pub. Thursday, March
11, 1897
Contributed by Christine
M. Spencer
Nathaniel STEPHENSON
Surnames: Stephenson, Harris
Nathaniel Stephenson was born in
Ireland October 25, 1826, and died March 4, 1897, aged 70 years, 4 months
and 9 days. When quite young he came to this country with his parents,
and settled in Trumbull Co., Ohio, where they engaged in farming until
1845, when he removed to the town of Sylvester, where he reside at the
time of his death. He was married on November 30, 1851 to Nancy Ann
Harris, who with three children, two daughters and one son, survives him.
Mr. Stephenson was a good neighbor and a kind father and husband.
The funeral services were held at the Monticello Baptist Church on Saturday
afternoon, March 6, with a large attendance of sympathizing friends and
neighbors.
Albany, Green County
Wisconsin Vindicator
pub. Thursday, Feb.
27, 1890
Contributed by Christine
M. Spencer
Surname: Stevenson
Died In Sylvester, Feb. 25, 1890,
Johnnie
L. Stevenson, son of C.J. and H. Stevenson, just entered on his 4th
year. Only three weeks since, Jessie, a sister of 11 years, was carried
to the silent city. They were lovely in their lives and now they
lie side by side in their last resting place. The cause of their
death was diptheria. As the writer gazed upon little Johnnie, as
he laid cold and lifeless with the sweet smile of Heaven on his face, the
words of the Master came forcibly to his mind: “Of such is the Kingdom
of Heaven” truly the hand of affliction falls heavily upon our friends,
and they have the heartfelt sympathy of all. Brief services were
held at the house, conducted by Rev. N.N. Martin. M.C.
Albany, Green County
Wisconsin Vindicator
pub. Thursday, Jan.
31, 1901
Contributed by Christine
M. Spencer
Mrs. A.E. STOKES
Mrs. A.E. Stokes, who resided near Evansville,
died at Pasadena, Cal., on the 18th inst., where she went several weeks
since to visit her sons.
Albany, Green County
Wisconsin Vindicator
pub. Thursday, March
18, 1897
Contributed by Christine
M. Spencer
Minnie Ottellie STRUCK
Surnames: Struck, Koltz
Minnie Ottellie Struck was born
in the town of Sylvester Green Co., Aug 20, 1875 and died in Albany Wisc.,
March 11, 1897 at the age of 21 years, 6 months and 21 days. She
was married Dec. 26, 1895 to Robert A. Koltz of Beloit, who with a little
daughter of 11 months mourns her loss. Her disease was consumption,
and everything that kindly friends could do was done for her, but in vain.
After a long siege of sickness and suffering from consumption, she passed
away. About 5 years ago she united with the Baptist Church of Albany,
and remained a member until her death. Her funeral was attended by
a goodly congregation of friends and relatives at the Baptist Church on
Saturday afternoon, March 13, Rev. Joseph Mountain officiating.
Albany, Green County
Wisconsin Vindicator
pub. Thursday, April
17, 1890
Contributed by Christine
M. Spencer
Mrs. Emma Webb SUTHERLAND
Mrs. Emma Webb Sutherland died at her
home in Mt. Pleasant Tuesday night, April 8, 1890. She was born Jan.
3, 1857, and married Sept. 30, 1876 to Ben Sutherland. She was the
mother of one child, an interesting daughter now 12 years old. Her
mother preceded her to the land of rest about a year ago, but her aged
father, three brothers and one sister still live. The greater part
of 12 years of her married life were spent in Monroe, where she is remembered
in high esteem by a large circle of friends. Her kind spirit enabled
her to deal gently with all and her liberality was enjoyed by many a needy
one. A true wife and devoted mother has gone just when according
to man’s judgment most needed. She had an elegant home in which life
might have been enjoyed but she has gone to the home beyond the river.
A broken and lonely home is now the lot of the bereaved husband and daughter.
The funeral services were held in the Gap Church, conducted by Rev. M.
Benson, of Monroe. A large crowd attended and by their sympathies
attested their high appreciation of the departed one. Monroe Sun
Monroe Times
Contributed by Cathy
Kubly
Obit of Ida E. SWANN [excerpts]
Mrs Ida E. SWANN, 92, formerly of Attica
& Monticello, died...16 Feb 1988...in Belvidere IL...born in Monticello
4 July 1895, the daughter of Abraham & Mary (Babler) KUBLY...married
Marion SWANN 6 Nov 1913...Monticello...farmed in the Monticello-Attica
area. Survivors are a daughter, Mrs Lona CHRISTOPHER, Richmond CA;
a sister, Mrs Lydia WITTENWYLER, Monticello; three grandchildren; seven
great grandchildren & seven great great grandchildren...was preceded
in death by her husband 11 Dec 1978; a son, Verne 11 Nov 1981, & a
grandson, LeRoy SWANN 11 July 1982. Funeral...Fri [19 Feb 1988]...Burial...Attica
Cemetery...
Contributed by Cathy
Kubly
Funeral Card of Elvin SWEET
In memory of Elvin SWEET born 26 Apr
1889 Hallowell KS, entered into rest 8 Sept 1969 Phoenix AZ, services Chapel
of Light Green Acres Mortuary [401 North Hayden Road Scottsdale AZ] 11
Sept 1969, officiant: Rev Wayne S. WOMER, Interment Garden of Flowers
Green Acres Memorial Gardens[Note: Elvin's wife, Nettie HOGAN SWEET, was
a sister of my maternal grandmother, Mary Isabel (HOGAN) KUBLY of Monroe]
Albany, Green County,
Wisconsin Vindicator
pub. Thursday, November
24, 1887
Contributed by Christine
M. Spencer
Death of Mrs. Fannie SYLVESTER
Surnames: Sylvester, Leitch, Drake
On Friday, the 23rd inst. Mrs. Fannie
(Leitch) Sylvester, died at her home in the town of Madison, in the 69th
year of her age, beloved by all who knew her and endeared to her children’s
memory by her unselfishness and always thinking more of others than herself.
Fannie Leitch was born at Fredericksburg, Virginia, Nov. 28, 1818; married
Harlow Sylvester at Paris, Ill. June 13, 1839, removed to Wisconsin in
1844, suffered all the hardships that new settlers have to undergo and
cast her lot in what afterward became the town of Sylvester, Green Co.,
Wis., and removed to Madison in 1867, to assist in educating her children.
She leaves a husband and four children to mourn her loss, Charles Ellen
(now Mrs. Drake), George of Cotzhausen, Sylvester, Sheiber & Sloan,
attorneys of Milwaukee, and Herbert, the youngest. Her children will
always remember her as the best of mothers and hope to meet her in the
better land. Madison Democrat, Sept. 24. Saturday night we
received a copy of the Madison Democrat containing the above death notice
of Mrs. Harlow Sylvester, and, notwithstanding it is a little late, we
gladly publish it for the benefit of a large number of our readers to whom
the deceased was well known and will be kindly remembered.
BACK