MRS. MILDRED B. DALSING
Mildred Bessie Dalsing passed away Friday, June 23, 1995 at her home in Longton. She was 83 years of age. Mildred was born August 8, 1911 at Pierce, CO, to William Levi and Mazie Violet (Wells) Davis. At the age of four, she moved to Longton with her family and attended Longton schools.
On September 21, 1933, Mildred married George Wayne Dalsing at Howard and to this union were born a son Donald Wayne and two daughters Hazel Joan and Nina Marilyn. George preceded her in death in February of 1978. On June 19, 1983. she married Earl Thomas Dalsing at Ramona, OK. He preceded her in death in March of 1989.
Mildred devoted her life to caring for her family. She was a member of the Jolly Dozen Club, and the ABW Ministries Alliance. She was a long time member of the Longton Baptist Church.
Mildred is survived by a son Donald Dalsing, and a daughter Hazel Crawford, both of Olathe, seven grandchildren and fourteen great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband George and her husband Earl, a daughter Nina, who died at the age of three, her parents and a sister Nellie Dershem.
Graveside services were held 2 p.m. Monday, June 26, 1995 at the Longton Cemetery in Longton with Rev. Ted D. Davis of the Longton Baptist Church officiating. Mr. J.R. Ferguson provided a vocal selection of “What A Day That Will Be." A memorial has been established with the Longton Baptist Church. Contributions may be left with the funeral home. The funeral arrangements were made with the Zimmerman Funeral Home of Howard.
MR. DANIEL E. DARBRO
Daniel E. “Danny” Darbro, age 72, of Oak Valley, Kansas, died at his home after a lengthy illness with emphysema and liver cancer on Wednesday, June 20, 2001.
Danny was born December 26, 1928 in Elk City, Kansas to Daniel E. and Naomi Louise (Davis) Darbro, Sr. He was raised and educated in Elk City where he graduated from Elk City High School in 1946. On December 8, 1951, Danny married Bonnie Lou Coats in Bentonville, Arkansas. Danny worked for Santa Fe Railroad as Foreman, Machine Operator and Trackman for 37 years, retiring on August 19, 1983. He was a member of Cathedral of Praise of Independence and the Brotherhood of Maintenance of Way Employees.
Danny is survived by his wife, Bonnie, of the home, two sons, Dana R. Darbro, Peru, KS and Justin R. Darbro, Oak Valley, KS, three brothers, Benny Darbro and Frank Darbro, both of Elk City, KS and Edward Darbro, Livingston, TX, two sisters, Mary Lou Persinger and Charlotte Smith, both of Emporia, KS and six grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents.
Funeral services for Daniel E. “Danny” Darbro were held at 2:00 p.m. Monday, June 25, 2001, at Cathedral of Praise in Independence. Pastor Don Burchett officiated. Burial was at Oak Hill Cemetery in Elk City, Kansas. The family has suggested a memorial to the Cathedral Teen’s Group “Dynasty” in care of Cathedral of Praise, Box 745, Independence, KS 67301. Memorials may be left with Webb & Rodrick Funeral Home in Independence, who was in charge of the arrangements.
MRS. BESSIE DARBY
Bessie Darby passed away Saturday, July 28 at the Howard Twilight Manor Nursing Home. She was 84 years of age. Bessie was born on February 11, 1906 at Shattuck, Oklahoma to Thomas and Arvilla Briggs Maid. She was a former Moline resident.
Local survivors include her guardian, E.L. Munday of Moline. Funeral ServiceS were held Wednesday, August 1, at the Stecher Mortuary, Woodward, Oklahoma. Interment was in the Elmwood Cemetery, Woodward. Local arrangements were made with the Zimmerman Funeral Home, Howard.
MR. THOMAS D. DAVIDSON - Submitted by L. Morgan
MOLINE - Thomas Darvin Davidson, 80, longtime resident of Moline, died Nov. 19, 2002, at the Veterans Administration Medical Center in Wichita.
Services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at Zimmerman Funeral Home in Howard. Lloyd G. Zimmerman will officiate.
Ferguson-Spease American Legion Post 388 of Moline will conduct military honors at 3 p.m. in Oak Hill Cemetery at Elk City.
A memorial has been established with Ferguson-Spease American Legion Post 388. Contributions may be made through the funeral home.
Davidson was born Jan. 20, 1922, in Elk City, to Lida Flo (Reed) and Edgar Lee Davidson. When he was a child, the family moved to Moline where he graduated from Moline High School in 1941. During high school he played all types of sports and later played third base for the New York Yankees farm team in Kansas City.
After high school he began working for the Corps of Engineers ammunition plant in Parsons and was later transferred to the defense plant in Eudora. In 1942 he entered the Army and served in the European Theater during World War II. He received the Combat Infantry Badge, the Bronze Star with three clusters, the French Croix de Guerre and several other decorations.
After Davidson was honorably discharged as a staff sergeant in 1946, he began working for Conoco. He also served in the Korean War from 1950 to 1951. He retired from Conoco after more than 37 years of service.
Davidson was a member of Ferguson-Spease American Legion Post 388; Hope Lodge 155 Ancient Free & Accepted Masons of Howard, and the Veterans of Foreign Wars post in Independence.
Survivors include a son, Tommy Lee Davidson, Chandler, Okla.; three grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.
MRS. AMANDA DAVIS - Condensed and Submitted by L. Morgan
Amanda Davis died at her home in Painterhood township, Saturday evening, March 16, 1907 at the age of 69 years. She was born in Fountain county, Indiana and lived in Kansas for many years. She leaves a husband and eight children to mourn her loss. Burial was in the Grace Lawn cemetery.
MR. BRICE E. DAVIS - Submitted by L. Morgan
DEATH OF BRICE E. DAVIS
After months of suffering Brice E. Davis died Monday, the 19th day of June 1905, of Bright’s disease. Age 55 years, 2 months, 5 days.
For the last four weeks his condition has been hopeless and his death was looked for at almost any hour. His vitality has been wonderful and his suffering very great.
Brice E. Davis was born in Pennsylvania. When quite young he removed with his folks to Missouri. At the age of eleven years he enlisted as a drummer boy in the 23rd Missouri Infantry and was one of the very youngest enlisted soldier of the War of the Rebellion. He was captured by the Confederates at Shiloh and was a prisoner of War for many months at Libby Prison. When he was exchanged he rejoined his regiment and served till the close of the war.
He learned the printer’s trade and engaged in the newspaper business at Macon, Mo., afterwards going to Kansas City, where he worked as compositor to the daily newspaper offices for many years.
In 1884 he came to Grenola, this county. He was publisher of the Grenola Chief for several years. In 1892 or ‘93 he came to Howard and lived here until his death. Much of the time he was a compositor in the Courant office, and was working for us when taken sick early this spring.
Mr. Davis had been twice married. He has a married daughter living in St. Louis. Nearly twenty years ago he was married to Miss Rebecca Tabor of Grenola, who with two children, Raymond and Hattie survive him.
The funeral was held at the home, Tuesday afternoon, under the auspices of the Grand Army of the Republic. Revs. Tift and Searcy officiated in the religious services. The members of the Howard Band attended in uniform, sang the hymns, and marched as escort to the remains, Mr. Davis having been a member of that organization.
At the cemetery the G.A.R. conducted the burial with the beautiful ritual service of that order, closing with “taps” by the buglers.
The wife and children have the sympathy of this entire community in their sorrow.----Courant.
MR. FRANCIS M. DAVIS - Submitted by Louise Havens
Francis Marion Davis, son of Jesse and Melvina Greenwalt Davis, was born February 24, 1879, near Carlinsville, McCoupin county, Illinois. He came to Elk county, Kansas, as a young man. He was united in marriage with Viola E. Bright, daughter of Mary E. and Hi Bright, on December 24, 1905. To this union was born one son, Kenneth I. His wife passed away March 10, 1913, when Kenneth was but two months old.
Frank, as he was always called, then went to California, where he lived a few years. On March 4, 1919, he was united in marriage to Lillie B. Armstrong, who has been his constant aid and companion through the years. To this union were born twins, Walter Lester and Mamie Louise.
He had spent most of the past fifty years near Howard, where he had been a diligent farmer, always mindful of his family, their welfare; his livestock and his crops. Nine years ago they bought a home in Piedmont and since resided there. For the past two years he had been an invalid, cared for constantly by his devoted wife, until her health failed. The past month was spent in a nursing home in Eureka, where he was given every care possible and where he quietly passed away at 6:30 a.m., November 9, 1954.
He leaves to mourn his passing his faithful wife, who is a patient in the hospital in Eureka at the present time; his three children, Kenneth I, Walter Lester, and Mrs. Marvin Stewart, all of Howard; one granddaughter; one grandson, and one sister, Miss Jessie Davis, also of Howard; and a host of other relatives and friends. He had long been a member of the First Baptist church of Howard.
Funeral services were held at the Moon Chapel in Howard at 2:00 p.m., Monday, November 15th, conducted by Rev. Austin McGhee of Severy. The casket bearers were Holly Miller, Edd Goodnight, Harve Clark, Horace Copeland, John Heater and John Wells. Burial was in Grace Lawn cemetery, Howard.
MRS. HELEN W. COOLEY-DAVIS - Submitted by L. Morgan
HOWARD---Helen Winnie Cooley-Davis, 79, died Saturday at Via Christi St. Francis Medical Center in Wichita.
Private services will be held under the direction of the Zimmerman Funeral Home of Howard.
She was born Nov. 8, 1921, at Elk Falls to Charles and Ida Mae (Bennett) Osborn. She graduated from Elk Falls High School in 1939.
On July 29, 1941, she married Jack A. Cooley at Moline and they lived in Oklahoma, Arizona, Washington, Texas, Arkansas, and Kansas. Mr. Cooley died in 1976.
She married Lester Davis in 1988. The couple was divorced in 1989.
Mrs. Cooley-Davis is survived by three sons, Jerry Cooley, Elk Falls, Douglas Cooley of Pea Ridge, Ark., and Delwyn Cooley, Belle Plaine; one daughter, Brenda Burnett, Wichita, two brothers, Cecil Osborn of Garfield, Ark., and George Osborn, Collinsville, Okla; two sisters, Bessie Royse, Howard, and Barbara Sanders, Kirkland, Wash.: eight grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.
MS JANICE A. DAVIS
A very special lady has left this life and stepped into eternity to be reunited with her mom and dad, her granddaughter and a host of other relatives and friends. Janice Arlene Davis was only 60 years of age when on Saturday, Nov. 15, she met her Lord Jesus and was welcomed into his waiting arms. Although those of us left behind are filled with sorrow, we take comfort in knowing that she is walking hand in hand with her Savior and is smiling from one ear to the other.
Janice was born in Wichita to Mildred Murphy and Leslie Davis, Sr. on June 18, 1948. She passed away at her home in Clearwater while recuperating from foot surgery performed earlier in the month.
Janice was employed at an early age as a sales lady with Innes Department Store, but went on to complete 38 years of service with the United States Post Office. She began as a mail sorter, served as a window clerk and eventually was promoted to the position of Business Service Network Representative. She was an extremely dedicated and loyal employee.
Janice's faith was one of the most important things in her life. She was baptized into Christ in her early teenage years at the Northside Church of Christ. She is currently a member of the Clearwater congregation.
Janice was always giving of herself to others. She spent hours "off the clock" at her job. She was well known for her ability and talent in decorating for weddings, and it was truly a labor of love for her. She always insisted on perfection and was responsible for some of the most beautiful surroundings. She not only performed this task for her own children, but also for several of her nieces and nephews, as well as many friends.
In her family, Janice was an angel. She genuinely cared about what was going on in all of our lives, and expressed loving concern when one of us became ill or was facing a time of crisis. She was always there for us. Her children meant the world to her and she thought her grandchildren were what life was all about. It didn't matter what the weather was like or what else she had to get done that day, she was very adamant that she would be cheering her grandchildren on at a soccer game or a swim meet on Saturday morning. As a sister and an aunt, Janice was at the top of the list. We could always count on her for anything, except maybe being on time for a dinner or event. Her heart was as big as the world and she was so compassionate. There are no words to describe how desperately missed she will be. We all knew that she loved us every bit as much as we loved her.
Janice was proceeded in death by her parents, her paternal grandparents, Bob and Addie Davis, her maternal grandparents, Charles and Lillie Murphy, and her baby granddaughter, Faith Hope Cowles. Surviving to keep her memory and her love in their hearts forever, are her three sons, Kenny Cowles and wife, Rose, of Clearwater, Bobby and Chris Cowles of Portland, Ore., one sister, Joyce Hull and husband, Bill, of Grenola, three brothers, Les Davis, Jr. and wife, Mary, and Howard Davis of Sedan, David Davis and wife, Dot, of Sunrise Beach, Mo., her grandchildren, Brandon, Sarah and Taylor Cowles of Clearwater, and Terri McMurray of Andover, as well as several nieces and nephews who loved her dearly. Among those who will miss her most are her best friends, Jeanne Thompson and Marta Barker of Wichita. She touched so many people's hearts that we could not possibly name them all, but it is certain that she will never be forgotten.
A celebration of Janice's life will be held on Thursday, Nov. 15, at 11 a.m. in the Clearwater Church of Christ. She will be laid to rest beside her mother at graveside services in Greenlawn Cemetery, Grenola at 3 p.m. Memorials have been established with the Clearwater Church of Christ and the American Diabetes Association and may be left with the funeral home. Online condolences may be left at www. countrysidm.com.
Zimmerman Funeral Home in Howard is in charge of the arrangements.
MRS. JESSIE DAVIS - Submitted by L. Morgan
Jessie Sprague was born at Busby, Kansas, May 16, 1886 and departed this life at the Chanute hospital, July 29, 1927, age 41 years, 2 months, and 13 days.
She was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Perry Sprague of Busby, Kansas.
She was united in marriage to James H. Davis, February 24, 1914. To this union were born two children; Elinor, age 12 and Allen, 9.
She was an affectionate wife and mother who always had a kind word and cheerful smile for everyone. Jessie will be loved and remembered for her spirit of helpfulness and many kindly deeds.
Besides her husband and children she leaves to mourn her loss: her father and mother, three sisters, Mrs. Jessie McDonald of Fall River, Kansas, Mrs. Eunice Dame of Longton, Kansas, Mrs. Winifred VanBuskirk, of Howard and one brother Warren of Coffeyville, Kansas.
The funeral service was conducted from the farm home near Busby. Rev. Frank L. Page of Longton in charge. A mixed quartette composed of Mesdames Crawford and Burford, Messrs Hainlain and Carter furnished the music.
James H. Davis with his children and other near relatives wish to express their deep appreciation of the many kindly services given at the death of Mrs. Davis.
MR. LESLIE L. DAVIS SR.
SEDAN, Kan. - The spirit of Leslie Lyle Davis, Sr., 94, departed this earth to be with his Lord on Jan. 22, 2005. Although we will all miss him greatly, we have peace in the knowledge that he has now been reunited with our mom, his parents and many other family and friends who have gone before. Leslie was born on May 29, 1910 in Mulvane, Kan. to William G “Bob” and Addie Davis. His family later moved to Wichita, where he graduated from Wichita High School East and also attended Wichita Business College. Through his working years, he was employed as a mail carrier for the United States Postal Service, worked for Wichita Telephone Company, owned and operated his own lawn service, as well as the Wee Wash Laundry and was a stockman at Mr. D’s IGA. He was most recently employed by the Sedan High School as custodian and did laundry for the high school athletic department until the age of 83.
He married Mildred Murphy Aug. 22, 1931 and she passed away June 30, 1976.
Leslie’s faith was an important part of his existence. He has been a member of the Church of Christ all his life. As a young man, he preached for a small congregation in Peck, Kan. He was one of the charter members of the Northside Church of Christ and served as an elder for many years. Upon his retirement, he and his wife moved to Grenola for a short time and then purchased a home in Sedan. He ministered to the youth in these churches and was an example to all.
Leslie loved to go fishing and was an avid sports fan. He was a competitive ping-pong player in Wichita and took second place in the City Tournament one year. At one time, he sponsored and coached a boys Little League Baseball team. Upon his move to Sedan, where his oldest son is a coach, he became a loyal Blue Devils Booster Club member. He seldom missed a game the entire season and was known to several generations of kids as grandpa. He followed the Wichita State Shockers basketball teams and was a die hard Chicago Cubs fan.
Leslie was preceded in death by his wife, his parents, three sisters, Latishua Davis, Annie Jordan and Bernice Sellers, a brother, Quincy, two grandchildren, David Davis, Jr. and Lonnie Hull and one great granddaughter, Faith Cowles.
Survivors include three sons, Leslie Davis, Jr. and close friend, Mary Adams, Sedan, Kan., David Davis and wife, Dot, Sunrise Beach, Mo. and Howard Davis, Valley Center, Kan., two daughters, Joyce Hull and husband, Bill, Grenola, Kan. and Janice Davis, Clearwater, Kan., 14 grandchildren and several great grandchildren.
Funeral services were held at 2:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 25, 2005, at the Sedan Church of Christ. A memorial has been established with the Sedan Church of Christ and Pleasant Valley Nursing Home.
DeVorss Flanagan-Hunt Mortuary was in charge of the arrangements.
MRS. LILLE B. DAVIS - Submitted by Louise Havens
OBITUARY---DAVIS
Lille Bell Armstrong, youngest child of Mary Catherine and Sterling Thomas Armstrong, was born March 28, 1890, at Independence, Missouri. She moved with the family to Sulphur Springs, Arkansas, when two years old and to Elk County, Kansas, when three years of age. She had lived in and around Howard most of the time since, Where she did practical nursing for a number of years.
On March 4, 1919, she was united in marriage to Francis Marion Davis. To this union were born twins, Mamie Louise and Walter Lester. She also reared her step-son, Kenneth Irvin Davis. She became a member of the Christian church of Howard in early life and has retained her membership there, although she had attended at Piedmont for the past nine years. She was preceded in death by her parents; two brothers, Fred and Lee Armstrong: two half-brothers, John William Armstrong and Arthur G. Young, and her faithful husband, who passed away just six months ago on November 9th.
Nine years ago, because of their failing health and declining years, she and her husband left the farm and moved to Piedmont, where she had since resided. She had been in frail health for several years and was in the hospital at the time of her husband's passing, but was later able to go to the home of her daughter, where for four months she was lovingly cared for. Then desiring to return to her own home, she was taken back to Piedmont for a short while. Three weeks ago she became quite ill and was again taken to the hospital at Eureka, where she quietly passed away at 7:30 a.m., on May 12th. She leaves to mourn her departure her two children, Walter Lester Davis and Mrs. Louise Stewart; her son-in-law, Marvin Stewart; her grandson, Howard Lee Stewart; her step-son, Kenneth Davis, and family; one sister, Mrs. Ruther Dunlap, of Pico Rivera, California; one brother, Homer Armstrong; nieces and nephews, and a host of other relatives and friends.
Funeral services were held at the Moon Chapel in Howard at 2:00 p.m., Sunday, May 15th, conducted by Rev. Kincaid, minister of the Christian church of Piedmont. The singers were Mrs. Walter Baughman, and Mrs. Willard Morss, with Mrs. Adron Hebb accompanist. The casket bearers were Robert Armstrong, Howard Armstrong, Russel Armstrong, Albert Armstrong, Rex Armstrong and Ralph Armstrong. Concluding services were in Grace Lawn cemetery, Howard.
MR. ROBERT T. DAVIS - Submitted by L. Morgan
Robert Thomas Davis was born in Warren county, Indiana on the 27th day of July 1867 He came with his parents J. G. Davis and Jeston Hurst Davis to Montgomery county Kansas in the fall of 1870 when but a little past three years old. He was reared as a farmer lad and received a fair common school education.
At the age of 1? he entered the merchantile business with the firm of Davis & Watkins in Elk City where he became chief salesman and bookkeeper. Some years later the firm relocated to Kingfisher, Oklahoma where he continued in business several years until his health failed where he visited Colorado, Kansas, Missouri and Illinois. He departed earthly life on the 30th day of June at 5 o'clock a.m. at Severy, Kansas at the residence of his sister Esther __ Davis at the age of 43 years 11 months and 1 day.
Before his death he made full confession of faith to his Redeemer and died in serene peace that faith affords. Besides his parents he leaves to mourn his loss three brothers, William R.Davis of Oklahoma, J. Edward Davis and Benjamin H. Davis of Independence; five sisters, Mrs. Esther Z. Davis of Severy, Mrs. Lily M. Perrines, Howard, Mrs. Ross Hannagan, Independence, Mrs. Pearl Huckner of near Elk Falls, and Mrs. Effie Hupp of Colorado, all of whom were there except Mrs. Hannagan who was detained at home by sickness.
The funeral services were ably conducted at Severy by Rev.Landeberry who also officiated at the interment at Grace Lawn cemetery at Howard.
MR. TONY W. DAVIS
Tony William Davis, of Longton, age 66, died Tuesday, April 6, 2010 at his home.
Tony was born Aug. 3, 1943 in Aberdeen, Miss., the son of J.W. Davis. On April 17,1961 Tony joined the U.S. Army, he served in Vietnam. After serving his country, Tony received an honorable discharge from the service on Oct. 20, 1967.
After the military, Tony worked as an over the road truck driver, until he retired in 1990. He currently helped mow the cemeteries in the Longton area. Tony enjoyed fishing and meeting at the coffee shop to visit and tell stories with his friends.
On Oct. 31, 2008, Tony married Casandra D. Gilbert, who survives at their home in Longton. Tony is survived by 17 children, and one sister.
Tony was preceded in death by his parents.
Cremation has been requested. The family will hold a memorial service on Thursday, April 15, 2010 at 11:30 a.m. at the Longton United Methodist Church. Online condolences may be left at: www.countrysidefli.com. Services are under the direction of Zimmerman Funeral Home of Howard.
MR. WILLIAM IRA DAVIS
William Ira Davis, retired Howard farmer died Monday, January 28, at 5:00 p.m. at the Capps nursing home Sedan, following a long illness.
Survivors include two sons, William Ralph, Wichita, and Samuel Ross, Neodesha; one daughter, Mrs. Mary Hagins, Viola; two brothers; one sister, and five grandchildren.
Funeral services were held on Wednesday afternoon at the Spurrier-Watt chapel, Howard. Burial was in Grace Lawn cemetery, Howard.
A suitable obituary will be printed in next week's issue of this paper.
MRS. VERA T. DAVIS
Services for Vera Thelma Davis, 81, of Elk City, were held at the Webb & Rodrick Funeral Home with the Rev. Terry Marts, pastor of the Elk City Nazarene Church, officiating. Interment was in the Elk Falls Cemetery.
Mrs. Davis died at her home. She was born September 14, 1913 in Elk County to Delbert B. and Leona (Jones) Kinsey On January 1, 1935 at Howard, she married Joseph R. Davis and he died in 1983.
The couple lived in Elk Falls from 1913 until 1941 when they moved to Elk City. Mrs. David was a member of the Methodist church.
Survivors include six sons Robert Davis of Harker Heights, TX., Delbert Davis of Independence, Donald Davis of Rose Hill, Dale Davis, Joseph Davis and Darrell Davis, all of Elk City, six daughter, Phyllis Fouch of Wichita, Doris Grigsby of Tahlequah, OK., Gladys Hensley of Amarillo, TX., Thelma Mackey of Fredonia, Donna Pierce of Wellington and Kathy Robertson of Chcrryvale, two sister Fern Upton of Independence and Rose Reynolds of Scammon, a brother Earl Kinsey of Alton, OK., forty grandchildren, twenty-three great grandchildren and four greatgreat grandchildren.
MR. WILLIAM R. DAVIS - Submitted by L. Morgan
WICHITA--William Ralph Davis, 84, retired service manager, 45 years for Truck Parts and Equipment, Inc., died Saturday, June 10, 2006. Visitation with the family was held from 6 to 8 p.m., Monday at Downing & Lahey Mortuary East. Services were held Tuesday, June 13, 2006, at East Point Church of Christ. Interment was held at 3 p.m., Tuesday at Grace Lawn cemetery, Howard.
Ralph was stationed in the South Pacific during WW II in the U.S. Army Air Corps as a crew chief on B-24s.
Following his retirement he worked for D & H. Trucking for many years.
Ralph was preceded in death by his parents, William Ira Davis and Christiana Elizabeth (Heisler) Davis; sister Mary Elizabeth Hagins; and brother Samuel Ross Davis.
Survivors include his wife, Jean (Alliston) Davis of the home; son and daughter-in-law William David and Carolyn Davis of Bartlesville; daughter and son-in-law Joyce and Ron Stumpff of Bartlesville; grandchildren RaNee Stumpff, Jay and Dianne Stumpff, William David Davis II of Cass Lake, Minn., and Erin Leigh and Leaf Kern of Wichita; great-grandchildren Trey and Christi Stumpff all of Bartlesville; two step-grandsons; several nieces and nephews, and a host of friends.
Memorials are suggested to Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, 555 N. Woodlawn, Building 1, S-113, Wichita, KS 67208, www.downingandlahey.com
MR. EARL W. DEAN
Earl Wallace Dean, age 86, passed away Dec. 27, 2009 in Oklahoma City, Okla. He was the only son of Earl W. and Irene Dean. He graduated from Severy High School in 1941.
He served in the Army during World War II. After he was honorably discharged, he married Marcia Copeland on Nov. 9, 1945. He and Marcia lived in Howard for five years, where he worked with Adron Hebb at Hebb's Auto Supply. Earl then took a job with General Motors, working there until he retired and settled in Oklahoma City.
He is survived by his wife of 64 years, and children Janet Williams, Laurel Nicoll and husband Nick of Oklahoma City, Roxanne Fincham and husband Chuck of Wichita, seven grandchildren, and five great-grandchildren. A memorial was held on Dec. 29 at the New Covenant Christian Church in Oklahoma City.
MR. CHARLES E. DECKER - Submitted by L. Morgan
HOWARD--Charles E. Decker, 79, of Howard, died Saturday at Greenwood County Hospital in Eureka.
Cremation has taken place, and a memorial service will be conducted at a later date. Zimmerman Funeral Home, Howard, is handling arrrangements.
Mr. Decker was born Sept. 1, 1928, in Grayling, Mich., to Francis and Hazel (Leline) Decker. He married Darlene Love in 1948 and she died in 2000.
Mr. Decker worked as a carpenter until his retirement. He was a past member of the Moose Lodge in Michigan.
Survivors include three sons, Gene Decker, Ada, Okla., David Decker, Ardmore, Okla., and Donald Mosher, Evansville, Ind.; five daughters, Judy Ruark, Graying, Mich.; Gloria McCarthy, Grand Rapids, Mich.; Margaret Mosher, Marion, Mich.; Ginger Williams, Plymouth, Mich.; and Hazel Nowlin, Ada, Okla.; a sister, Anna Stoddard, Fredric, Mich.; 15 grandchildren, and nine great-grandchildren.
Memorials can be made to Harry Hynes Hospice and sent to Countryside Funeral Home, P.O. Box 247 Fredonia, KS 66736.
MRS. ESTA L. DELLINGER - Submitted by L. Morgan
Esta Lizzie Dellinger, 91, longtime resident of rural Howard, died Jan. 14, 2003, at Howard Twilight Manor.
Services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday in Grace Lawn cemetery, Pastor Robin Haines will officiate.
A memorial has been established with Harry Hynes Memorial Hospice in Wichita. Contributions may be made through Zimmerman Funeral Home.
Dellinger was born March 3, 1911, in Howard, to Esta (Abbott) and William David Kingsley. At an early age she moved with the family to Grundy Center, Iowa and began attending school. They later moved to Hutchinson where she graduated from high school.
On April 27, 1930, she married Levi Ray Dellinger in Hutchinson. They made their home in Hutchinson before moving to a farm northeast of Howard in 1941. A homemaker, Dellinger was also employed by the Kansas Farm Bureau and worked at Howard Twilight Manor for several years.
In 1951 she and her husband began reporting Elk County weather conditions to the United States Weather Service. They continued until their grandson, Ron Dellinger, accepted the responsibility in 1997.
Dellinger was a member of the Antioch Methodist church northeast of Howard. The church was later consolidated with the Howard United Methodist church. She was also a member of United Methodist Women.
Her husband died June 16, 2000.
Survivors include a son, Jerry Dellinger, Haysville, two grandsons and three step-grandchildren.
MR. ARTHUR DEMPSAY - Submitted by L. Morgan
DEATH OF ART DEMPSAY
Oldest Civil War Soldier in Elk County, Passed Away Last Sunday, Aged 98 Years
Arthur Dempsay, of the Cave Springs neighborhod, passed away last Sunday. He had been steadily failing for several months, so the end was expected. Something over a year ago he had a leg amputated to relieve a bad condition caused by an accident a number of years ago, and while the operation undoubtedly prolonged his life, he was never able to take care of himself and be up and around again. For some years he made his home with his son John T.
Arthur Dempsay was one of Elk county's best citizens, honest, peace loving, friendly, and thrifty. In his early life and long after he became an old man, he was a prodigy of physical strength, activity and good health, never ailing, always well, cheerful and contented.
He was not among the earliest settlers, but he came to this county more than 58 years ago, and we believe lived on the place where he died more than 52 years.
This writer first made his acquaintance in 1877, and his name was on The Courant's subscription list when we bought the paper more than 51 years ago, and at times he subscribed for two or three copies, for himself and for some of his family.
The funeral Monday afternoon was attended by a large number of his old friends, neighbors, and relatives. The services were impressive and appropriate. The following is the obituary:
Arthur Dempsay was born near Nashville, Illinois, August 4, 1834; departed this life at his home northeast of Howard, Kansas, Sunday, January 15, 1933, age 98 years, 5 months, and 11 days.
He was married to Mrs. Mary Frances Rainey in 1872, and to this union four children were born: W. P. Dempsay of Howard, Kansas; J.T. Dempsay of Severy, Kansas; Myrtle Doggett of Howard, Kansas; and Hattie Doggett of Murdock, Kansas. There were also two stepsons: Stephen Ulysses Rainey who departed this life a number of years ago, and Benjamin Rainey of Corcoran, California.
The wife and mother preceded Mr. Dempsay in death, July 20, 1909. Seven grandchildren are left to mourn his departure and six grandchildren have passed on.
At an early date in the Civil War, Arthur Dempsay volunteered in Co. F. 13th Illinois Cavalry and served throughout the war, having active service in many southern states. He came to Kansas with his family in 1873 and settled near the present home and throughout the 58 years he was a citizen of this county, he was honored, respected and beloved by all who knew him, for besides being a loving husband and father, he was a faithful, generous friend and neighbor and the community where he lived so many years will miss him greatly.
Funeral services were held at the Union Valley school house, Monday, January 16, at 2 p.m.. Rev W. C. Chappell, pastor of the Howard-Antioch M. E. churches, in charge. Favorite hymns were sung by a quartet of friends of the family. The Masonic fraternity with the Severy Lodge in charge conducted the burial at North Pole cemetery, where the loving wife has reposed for a quarter of a century. There was a large attendance of neighbors and frinds at the funeral and burial.
In the passing of Arthur Dempsay Elk County bids good-bye to one of her best and most beloved citizens, and the Grand Army of the Republic counts off one of its oldest and bravest soldiers.
MR. WILLIAM P. DEMPSAY - Submitted by Louise Havens
DEMPSAY---William Perry Dempsay was born near Pearce City, Missouri, February 7, 1873 and at the age of two years moved with his parents to Elk County, Kansas. He passed away at his home April 7, 1940, at the age of sixty-seven years and two months. He was the eldest son of a family of four children of Arthur and Mary Taylor Dempsay. Both parents are deceased. Perry, as he was familiarly known, grew to manhood in the Antioch community.
On October 2, 1901, he was united in marriage to Lizzie Baldwin of near Fall River. To this union were born six children, four of whom died in infancy. The two remaining children are Mrs. Oleta Richardson of Piedmont and Marion of Rantoul, also Richard, a foster child of the home. Besides his widow, the two children and the foster child, he leaves three grandsons and a granddaughter; two sisters, Myrtle Doggett of Howard, Hattie Doggett of Murdock; one brother, John of Severy, a half brother, Benny Rainey, address unknown; a daughter-in-law; a son-in-law; nieces and nephews.
So passed a faithful loving husband, and kind and indulgent father. His grandchildren adored him, and in turn he idolized and pampered them. He was a good citizen, respected and loved by relatives and hosts of friends who will all miss him greatly.
Funeral services were held from the Severy Methodist Church, conducted by the Rev. W. C. Hartford, Tuesday afternoon.---Severyite.
ATTEND DEMPSAY FUNERAL--The following parties from a distance who came to attend the funeral service were: Mr. and Mrs. Jake Doggett and Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Doggett of Murdock, Kansas; Mr. and Mrs. Leo Doggett of Wichita, Mrs. Sylvan Makepeace and Mona Mae Rowley of Emporia; Mr. and Mrs. Jesse Law of Reece, Kansas; Mr. and Mrs. W. C. Caylor, Merle and Fayne of Osawatomie; Mr. and Mrs. Clifford Caylor of Rantoul; Mrs. Delbert Kinsey and Fern and Robert Davis of Elk Falls.
MRS. PHENA A. DENNETT
Phena "Peggy" Almina Dennett, age 92, died Tuesday, Feb. 10, 2009 at the Haysville Health Care Center in Haysville, Kan.
Peggy was born on March 24, 1916 to Benjamin and Sarah (Hays) Higgins in Leedey, Okla., and was the youngest of six brothers and three sisters.
At age three, she and her family moved to Towanda, Kan., where she attended Towanda Grade School. After her father's death, she and her mother, and three brothers moved to Andover, Kan., where she continued her education and graduated from Towanda High School.
Peggy and Merritt Dennett met and were married in El Dorado, Kan. on Sept. 24, 1937. In the early forties, they, with her stepson, Robert Dean Dennett moved to Elk County and farmed in that area for over 50 years. Peggy remembered that most of that lime involved hard work, and little money.
Peggy moved to Derby, Kan., in August 2000, to be closer to her niece, Janice Bell, and her Husband, Garland Bell, and close family friends, Ed and Marilyn Drake, as well as other nieces and family in the area. Peggy was preceded in death by both parents, her husband Merritt, her step son Robert Dean, six brothers, and three sisters.
She is survived by her niece, Janice Bell and her husband Garland, as well as numerous loved nieces, nephews, and friends.
Graveside services were held Thursday, Feb. 12, 2009 at Towanda Cemetery in Towanda with Pastor Robin Haines Officiating.
Contributions may be made to the Haysville Healthcare Center and may be left in care of the funeral home. Online condolences may be left at www.countrysidefh.com. Arrangements are under the direction of Zimmerman Funeral Home of Howard.
MRS. GLADYS DENTON
Gladys Viola (Morgan) Denton was born in Howard,Kansas, July 31, 1908 to Joseph Wilbert and Annie May (McConihey) Morgan. She lived in the Antioch community in northeast Elk County where she attended Mary Bell rural school. She attended Howard High School and completed the Normal Teacher Training course following graduation.
On June 6, 1928 Guy Vernet Denton and Gladys Viola Morgan were married in the Methodist Church, in Howard, Kansas.
Gladys was a member of the Mothers Club from the time she was eligible and served as president as well as other offices. She was active in PTA, again serving as president, program chairman and secretary.
She was active in her church, serving a number of years as Sunday School Superintendent, UMW President, Circle leader, conference delegate and was a strong supporter of sponsored missions. On at least one occasion she delivered Howard’s contributions of clothing and supplies to the Red Bird Mission in Appalachia. She was a willing contributor of time, food, sale items etc. to church activities. She encouraged her children to participate in Methodist Youth Fellowship locally and district level where they attended conferences, camps and related activities. During World War II she was active in the American Red Cross.
Upon the death of her husband, Guy, in 1959, she decided to be come eligible for Social Security by working at the Electra Electronics Plant in Independence, Kansas. When the opportunity presented itself, she became a licensed Psychiatric Aide at the Winfield State Hospital.
At her son’s passing in June of 1999 her health had deteriorated to the point that it was prudent for her to remain at Twilight Manor.
She is survived by her daughter, Dorothy Pagan of Howard; two sisters, Florence Andrews of San Jose, California and Josephine Karbach of Arlington, Texas; her grandchildren Mary GuyAnne Dorsa of Oceanside, California, Charles Christopher Clark of Los Gatos. California, Martha Clark of Escondido, California, Melissa Arrihere of Encinitas, California, Alan Bradley Clark of Salem, Oregon. Kevin Clark of Cedar Park, Texas, David Denton of Howard, Marcella Price of Emporia, Kansas, Lora Kerns of Mansfield, Texas, her step-grandchildren Shirley Hansen of Stockton, California, Joanne McColm of Pleasanton, California, 22 great-grand children and a number of nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband; her son, Guy Morgan Denton; her parents; her brothers, Bill and Elias Morgan; her sisters, Mabel Timmons and a sister who died in infancy and her son-in-law, Joe Pagan.
Funeral services were held at 1:30 p.m. Monday, May 6, 2002 at the Howard United Methodist Church with Rev. Kibum Kim and Rev. Gary Parsons officiating. Susie Perkins was the organist with Louise Morgan and Barbara Greenwood singing “Higher Ground” and “My God And I”. The congregation sang “In The Garden”. The casket bearers were Ross Chrisman, Ian Denton, Tyson Denton, Carl Morgan, Curtis Morgan and Maurice Perkins. The honorary casket bearers were David Arribere, Alan B. Clark, Alan B. Clark H, Andrew Clark, Charlie Clark, Christopher Clark, Jeffery Clark, Kevin Clark, Spencer Clark, Ed Cummins, David Denton and Steven Meaders. Interment was held in Grace Lawn Cemetery at Howard. Memorials have been established with the Howard Twilight Manor, the American Legion Auxiliary of Carter-Rader Post #149, the Howard United Methodist Church and the Howard Senior Center. Contributions may be left with the funeral home. The funeral arrangements were made with the Zimmerman Funeral Home of Howard.
MR. GUY M. DENTON - Submitted by L. Morgan
HOWARD-- Guy Morgan Denton, 68, died June 26th, 1999, at Howard Twilight Manor.
Services will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday at the Howard United Methodist Church. The Rev. Kibum Kim will officiate. Military services and burial will be in Grace Lawn Cemetery.
Memorials have been established with the Howard United Methodist church building fund and the Howard Twilight Manor Van Fund. Contributions many be made through Zimmerman Funeral Home.
Denton was born Nov. 19, 1930 in Wichita, to Guy Venet and Gladys Viola (Morgan) Denton. He graduated from Howard High School in 1949 and attended Oklahoma A&M at Stillwater before entering the United States Air Force in 1951.
He served as a fighter pilot in the U.S. Air Force until 1956 and enlisted in the Kansas Air National Guard in June 1962. He attained the rank of major before being discharged in November 1975 due to ill health. In addition to his military career, he was a farmer and oil producer in Elk County.
Denton was married twice.
A former member of the West Elk school board and past president of the Howard Fair Association, he was a longtime member of Carter-Rader American Legion Post #149 in Howard, the Veterans of Foreign Wars and the Howard United Methodist church.
Survivors include a son, David Denton, Howard; two daughters, Marcella Price, Emporia, and Lora Kerns, Highland Ranch, Colo.; his mother, Gladys Denton, and his sister, Dorothy Pagan, both of Howard, and seven grandchildren.
DR. FRANK L. DEPEW - Submitted by L. Morgan
DR. F.L. DePEW
The remains of Dr. DePew were brought to the old home in Howard, where under the direction of the Moon Funeral Home, memorial services were held at the Methodist church at 2:00 p.m., Thursday, April 28th, conducted by his old friend and pastor, Phone Mitchell. Favorite hymns were sung by Mrs. John C. Garison, Sr., and Miss Carmalita Beaty, with Mrs. Ray Perkins accompanist. The church was filled with relatives who came to the service and hundreds of old friends from all parts of the county. The final rites were held at Grace Lawn cemetery, Howard, ___ officers and members of Carter-Rader Post of the American Legion, with full military honors.
The stores and business places in the city were closed during the services as a token of love and friendship from those who had been associated with Dr. DePew in many ways during his long and useful life in this community.
Dr. Frank L. DePew, son of Mr. and Mrs. Clark DePew, was born November 17, 1877, at Mill Grove, Missouri, where he grew to manhood.
He was a graduate of Keokuk Medical College of Keokuk, Iowa and took post graduate work in medicine at Chicago, Illinois and New York City.
On April 30, 1901, Dr. DePew was united in marriage to Miss Grace Violet Fleming at Keokuk, Iowa and to this union were born three daughters: Marjorie G. Anderson, who now lives in Colorado Springs, Colorado, and Isabel C. Jones, also of Colorado Springs, and Phyllis L. Mullendore, who preceded her father in death in 1930.
On September 16, 1906, Dr. DePew and his wife were received into the membership of the Methodist church of Howard, Kansas, by Pastor G.E. Tifft, each of their children after following them in this step of faith and becoming active members of this church.
He was a member of Hope Lodge No. 155, A.F.& A.M. of Howard, Kansas.
Dr. DePew served as First Lieutenant in the Medical Corps during World War I and as a medical examiner for Elk county Selective Service in World War II. He was the first Commander of Carter-Rader Post No. 149 of this city.
Dr. DePew was graduated from Medical College in 1898 and completed 53 years of medical practice, 50 of which were in this community.
During his fifty years of practicing in this county, he showed not only devotion to his work as a physician, but consecration to a faith which carried him beyond a professional application of his talents. Not only did his medicines and the skills of mind and hand heal the body, but his presence blessed the soul, encouraged the down hearted, brought cheer to the weary.
Dr. DePew passed away at a hospital in Colorado Springs, Colorado, on Sunday, April 24, 1955 after being in frail health for several years.
He is survived by his widow, Mrs. Grace DePew of Colorado Springs; two daughters, Mrs. Marjorie G. Anderson and Mrs. Kenneth Jones, also of Colorado Springs, Colorado; one brother, Fred C. DePew, of Trenton, Missouri; a sister, Mrs. Ona Owens of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma; three grandchildren, Don D. Anderson of Midland , Texas; Dianne Swenson of El Paso, Texas; and Donna Jean Jones of Colorado Springs, Colorado; and one great-grandchild, Patrice Anderson of Midland, Texas. He is also survived by a son-in-law, J. Kenneth Jones, of Colorado Springs, besides many, many friends by whom he was greatly admired and loved.
MR. RALPH E. DEWEY - Submitted by L. Morgan
Ralph E. Dewey was a son of E. G. and Jennie Robb Dewey, born in Elk County, April 30, 1882, died at Howard, November 10, 1927. He grew up in this county, was educated in the country school and also attended the Howard and later the Moline schools. He was married about fifteen years ago, and is survived by his wife and two children, a son and a daughter, and also by his aged father, E. G. Dewey and sister, Miss Ellen Dewey, who now live at Berryville, Arkansas.
Ralph was elected Clerk of the District Court in 1920, and was twice re-elected. He was a popular official and stood well with the bar and the court.
Ralph Dewey, while not highly educated was an omniverous reader, and had delved into science, poetry, history, literature of all sorts, and being endowed with a remarkably retentive memory, he never forgot anything he read. He was an interesting conversationalist, and could recall, repeat, and recite by memory a prodigious amount of the things he had read.
He was a loyal friend, and was the embodiment of kindness and charity. No neighbor ever called on him and was denied anything asked for. He was especially kind to and thoughful of the sick, and was prompt to visit or look after the needs and wishes of the old and afflicted. If all the people to whom Ralph Dewey had extended help, kindness and assistance could be assembled in one place, it would be a bigger concourse of people than ever assembled in Elk County. It is a sad though that in his tragic death and the cloud which gathered over his last days that so many who had been the recipients of his kindness did not respond to his needs, and comfort what must have been his mental sufferings.
The funeral at Moline Sunday afternoon was a beautiful service. The church was crowded and many could not gain admission. The pastor O. W. Dewey, spoke eloquently, tenderly, impressively. There was no obituary read and no personal allusion to the dead, but there were comforting words and beautiful thoughts expressed. The music was by a male quartette from Howard-- Messrs. Fred and Will Barackman, Ben Eby and Frank Dobyns. Burial was in Moline cemetery, where Ralph's mother is buried.
MR. ROBERT L. DEWITT
Robert Lewis DeWitt passed away Sunday, May 8, at Mercy Hospital in Independence. He was 72 years of age, and a resident of Howard at the time of his death. Robert was born on November 28, 1921 at Severy to Alphonzo Edward and Mary Ann (Everett) DeWitt. He attended Twin Grove School and grew to manhood in the Severy community.
On November 30, 1941, he married Berniece Ruth Culver at Fredonia. They made their home on a farm east of Howard, until moving to Wichita in 1945. Robert was employed at Cessna Aircraft Company in Wichita, until his retirement in 1975.
After living most of their lives in Wichita, Robert and Berniece returned to Elk County and have lived in Howard since 1984.
Robert was a long time member of the First Christian Church of Howard. He devoted many years as a little league coach, with the YMCA in Wichita.
MRS. FLOY A. FERGUSON DEXTER
Floy Alice Ferguson Dexter was born on August 29, 1909 at Conway Springs, Kansas to Joseph and Minnie Gerloff Ferguson. She passed away on September 21, 1979 in her home at the age of 70. As a young girl, she attended grade school at Hickory Creek and later graduated from High School at Longton.
On November 27, 1929, she was united in marriage to Lester “Mike” Dexter at Independence, Kansas and to this union was born one son and one daughter. Her life was spent around the farming community of Oak Valley, caring for her husband and family. Mike and Floy have lived their entire lives within one mile of where they were raised. Floy was a member of the Longton Garden Club, and has been a member of the Ohio Grange since the late 1940’s. For many years she was a member of the United Methodist Church at Oak Valley and, in her later years, she held her membership at the Longton Church.
She is survived by her husband, Lester “Mike”, of the home; one son, Michael Earl, of Oak Valley; one daughter, Mrs. Sue Crawford and her husband Robert of Kansas City, Mo.; a sister, Mrs. Pearl Penhorwood of Howard, Kansas; and two grandchildren, Steven Robert and Kenie Luanne Crawford, both of Kansas City, Missouri.
The funeral services were held at 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, September 25, 1979 at the Longton United Methodist Church with Rev. Gene Mengarelle officiating. Vocal music was provided by Mrs. Ardis Moore and Mrs. Juanita Odeli with Mrs. Robin Smith as the organist. The casketbearers were John Cannon, Roy Crawford, Robert Dent, Lloyd Fouch, Bill Barnaby, and Jack Hoyt. The honorary casketbearers were Earl Kitterman, Frank Fear, Wesley Donley, Gilbert Odell. Jim Nichols, and Gene Ross. Interment was held in the Longton cemetery. A memorial has been establlshed in her name and memory with the American Diabetes...
FRANK M. DEXTER
Frank Monroe Dexter, 71, of 120 South Kansas, passed away Thursday, May 21, 1992 at Neosho Memorial Regional Medical Center following an illness of 3 months. The son of James Monroe and Lucille (White) Dexter, he was born September 29, 1920 at Oak Valley. He grew up in the Longton area and graduated from High School there in 1938. He was married to Carolyn Irene Moore on April 27, 1944 at Moline. He was a veteran of WW II, serving in the U S Army Air Corps.
A resident of Chanute for 31 years, he was a retired truck driver for Ruan Co. where he worked for 20 years. He was a member of Methodist Church, Masonic Lodge #26 at Longton for 45 years, VFW Post #1654.
He is survived by his wife of the home, a son, Bill Dexter, two daughters, Janice McCoy and Joyce Marsh, both of Chanute, eight grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a son, Frank Jr., a brother and a sister.
Funeral services were held on May 23, 1992, Saturday morning at 10 a.m. at the Johnson Mortuary Chapel. Rev. R.A. Pefley officiated. Burial with Masonic Rites by Lodge #26 and Military Honors by VFW Post #1654 were at Memorial Park Cemetery. Memorials contributions are suggested to the American Cancer Society. Funeral arrangements were made by Johnson Mortuary of Chanute.
MR. LESTER "MIKE" DEXTER
Lester “Mike’ Dexter passed away Tuesday, September 3, 1996, at the Grandview Manor Care Center in Grandview, MO. He was 90 years of age, and a former resident of Longton. He was born May 6, 1906 at Oak Valley, KS. to Joe and Carrie (Anderson) Dexter. He attended school and grew to manhood in the Oak Valley community.
On November 27, 1929 he married Floy Alice Ferguson at Independence, KS. and to this union was born one son, Michael and one daughter, Sue. Mike and Floy owned and operated their farm in the Longton and Oak Valley communities throughout their lives.
After the death of his wife on September 21, 1979, he remained on the farm until moving to the Kansas City area to be near his daughter. He was a longtime member of the Longton United Methodist Church.
He is survived by a son, Michael of Altoona, KS.; a daughter, Sue Crawford of Belton, MO.; two grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.
Graveside services were held Friday, September 6, 1996, at the Longton Cemetery in Longton, KS., with Rev. Gerald Manley of the Longton United Methodist Church officiating. A recording was played of “How Great Thou Art,” performed on a hammer dulcimer. Lloyd 0. Zimmerman sang “Beyond the Sunset.”
A memorial has been established with the Longton Senior Center. Contributions may be left with the funeral home. The funeral arrangements were made with the Zimmerman Funeral Home of Howard.
MRS. HAZEL C. DICKERSON - Submitted by L. Morgan
HOWARD - Hazel Clara Dickerson, 95, formerly of Eureka, died Nov. 29, 2002, at Howard Twilight Manor.
Services were at 2 p.m. today in Grace Lawn Cemetery with the Revs. Dois Nix and Robin Haines officiating.
A memorial has been established with the Howard Senior Center. Contributions may be made through Zimmerman Funeral Home.
Dickerson was born Oct. 25, 1907, north of Piedmont, to Harry and Gertrude Elnora (Ferry) May. She attended rural Greenwood County schools and graduated from Piedmont High School in 1925.
On June 17, 1951, she married Oliver Dickerson in Wichita. They lived in Wichita for several years before moving to Eureka. She was employed as a cook at Basham Hospital and as a clerk for Red Owl Stationery for more than 37 years.
Her husband preceded her in death.
Dickerson had resided at Howard Twilight Manor since 1998. She was a member of the First Baptist Church of Howard.
Survivors include two sisters, Lela May and Elda Lauffer, both of Howard.
MR. KENNETH D. DILLI - Submitted by L. Morgan
Kenneth Dean Dilli, age 77, of Howard, passed away Sunday, April 15, 2007 at the Greenwood County Hospital in Eureka. Kenneth was born on July 31, 1929 on the Wolf Creek Ranch near Grenola to Raymond and Ella Bales Dilli. He was a graduate of Howard High school. On July 20, 1953 Kenneth married Del-Rae Wallace in Eureka.
Kenneth worked in road maintenance for the city of Howard. In 1965 Kenneth bought his parents family farm and farmed the original family farm for over 30 years. Kenneth was a volunteer fireman and was always willing to lend a hand for other volunteers when called upon. He was a member of the United Methodist church in Howard.
Kenneth is survived by his wife Del-Rae Dilli, one son, Kendel Ray Dilli of Renton, Wash., one daughter, Debbie Parks of Mayetta, Kan., one sister. Marilyn Mayne of Topeka, three grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers; Robert and Butch, and two sisters; Evelyn Riley and Lucille Fife.
Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m., Thursday, April 19, at Zimmerman Funeral Home in Howard, with pastor Robin Haines officiating. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m., Wednesday at the funeral home. Interment will be in the Cresco cemetery. Family suggests contributions to the Howard Twilight Manor and may be left in care of the funeral home. Arrangements are under the direction of Zimmerman funeral home.
MR. RAYMOND C. DILLI - Submitted by L. Morgan
OBITUARY -- DILLI
Raymond Charles Dilli, son of Steve and Lena Dilli, was born February 13, 1897, and departed this life at William Newton Memorial hospital, Tuesday, March 27, 1962. He was 65 years, 1 month and 14 days old.
Mr. Dilli was born at Lyons, Illinois. At the age of nine years, with his parents, he moved to Clarendon, Texas. He lived there until he came to Kansas to be united in marriage to Ella Bales, on October 6, 1920.
To this union were born six children. Left to mourn his departure are his loving wife, Ella; three sons, Robert, Raymond (Butch) and Kenneth, all of Howard; three daughters, Lucille Benningfield of Buena Vista, Coloardo; Evelyn Riley of Wichita, Kansas, and Marilyn Mayne of Manhattan, Kansas; three daughters-in-law and three sons=-in-law. Besides these he leaves two sisters, Mrs. Gertrude Mott of Amarillo, Texas and Mrs. Dorothy Gray of Tampa, Texas; two brothers, George of Amarillo, Texas and Carl of Lyons, Illinois; sixteen grandchildren; one great grandchild; several nieces and nephews; also a great host of friends. His parents, one brother and one sister preceded him in death.
Mr. Dilli became a member of the Methodist church of Grenola, Kansas. When he later moved to northeast of Howard, he transferred his membership to the Antioch Methodist church.
Mr. Dilli was a devoted husband and loving father and grandfather, always thinking of his family first. He was a good neighbor and never knew a stranger; always ready to lend a helping hand. His great hobby was the growing of a wide variety of flowers.
During the past year, Mr. Dilli's health began to fail, but his sudden death was a shock to everyone.
Funeral services were held in the chapel of the Spurrier-Watt Funeral home on March 30, at 2:00 p.m. with the Rev. Clarence L. Harder of the local Methodist church officiating. Mrs. Kenneth Calvert was vocalist, accompanied by Mrs. Arthur Cummins. Casket bearers were Otto Webster, Harvey VanBuskirk, Floyd Flagler, Dale Harrod, Kenneth Chancellor and Elias Morgan. Concluding services and interment were in Grace Lawn cemetery, Howard, Kansas.
MRS. TRUDY J. DILLI - Submitted by L. Morgan
MRS. TRUDY JEAN DILLI
Dilli, Trudy Jean, 57, Walls Floral Designer, and Wal-Mart employee, passed away Nov. 28, 2005. Services 10:30 Thursday, Broadway Mortuary. Graveside services 2 p.m. Thursday, Gracelawn Cemetery, Howard, KS. Preceded in death by father, Waldo Gray. Survivors; mother, Jean Gray, Howard, KS; sons and wives, David and Kris, Wichita, Brian and Patricia, Valley Center; daughter, Jeana Dilli, Wichita; brother, John and wife, Shelly Gray, Towanda, KS; 9 grandchildren. Memorial established with American Cancer Society. Services by Broadway Mortuary.
MRS. WANDA E. DILLI
Wanda Elaine (Cummins) Juaire Dilli, age 86, of Howard, passed away Wednesday, March 31, 2010 at Mercy Hospital in Independence. She was born on Oct. 10, 1923 on a farm east of Howard, to Arthur W. and Margarette (Corbin) Cummins. She attended school and grew to womanhood hi Howard and graduated from Howard High School in May of 1942. After graduation, she moved to Wichita, where she became one of the first female city bus drivers during World War II.
In 1951, she returned to Howard with her five children two sons Frenchie and Jerry and three daughters Pat, Connie and Rita and was employed by Southwestern Bell for several years and also worked at Vick's Western Store in Howard. Wanda devoted her life to raising her children and making a home for her family.
On Dec. 20,1954 she married Raymond Carl "Butch" Dilli at Howard and to this union was born a son, Rick. In the late 1960s, Wanda and Butch began working for the Elk County Ambulance Service and served many years as co-directors. They later became Emergency Medical Technicians and retired from the ambulance service in 1993. Butch preceded her in death on June 2, 2000.
She provided CPR instruction for over 10 years and was Chairwoman of the Elk County Chapter of the American Red Cross for several years. Wanda was involved with managing the Old Settlers Day celebration's which was held at Howard and sang with her mother in a group known as the Merry Music Makers. Wanda performed volunteer work to help organize construction of the Howard Swimming Pool during the late 1960's. Her membership to local organizations included the American Legion Auxiliary where she served as chapter president, and Loyal Lima's EHU. Wanda was a long time member of the First Christian Church of Howard.
She is survived by her sons Rick Dilli of Independence and Frenchie Juaire of Howard; her daughtgers, Pat Unrein of Wichita, Connie Hafner of Independence and Rita Hill of Wichita; her sister Treva Beaty of San Angelo, Texas; 17 grandchildren and 24 great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her husband Butch, her parents, a son Jerry Juaire and a grandson Billy Joe Juaire.
Funeral services were held Saturday, April 3, 2010 at Zimmerman Funeral Home with Pastor Robin Haines officiating. Interment was at the Grace Lawn Cemetery.
Family suggests contributions to either American Legion Ladies Auxiliary or the Elk County EMS and be left with the funeral home. Online condolences may be left at www.coun-trysidefh.com. Arrangements are under the direction of Zimmerman Funeral Home of Howard.
MR. ARTHUR DILLEE - Submitted by Freida Wells
Arthur Dillee Services Held
Arthur Dillee, 96, died Mar. 27, 1981 at 8:55 p.m. at the Pleasant Valley Manor. He was born June 2, 1884 to George W. and Mary (Scott) Dillee at Elk Falls. He was born on a farm northeast of Elk Falls and received his formal education in the schools near there. Three years of his married life was spent on a farm near Longton, and he moved to his ranch in 1940. He was foreman of the Mofit Ranch near Sun City for 30 years and during World War I he was riding herd on 6,000 head of cattle in the Strong City area.
Although most of his life was spent in cattle ranching, he worked for a time in the oilfields of Oklahoma. He spent his leisure time playing checkers at which he was quite accomplished, was an avid Kansas City Royals fan and enjoyed reading. Before moving to the Pleasant Valley Manor he spent several years on a ranch south of Longton, close to the Chautauqua County line. His nearest neighbor was his only child, Maudine, and her husband, Arlie Kaminska.
Mr. Dillee was preceded in death By his wife on Dec. 1, 1962, his parents, four brothers and six sisters. Mr. Dillee is survived by one daughter, Mrs. Arlie (Maudine) Kaminska of Longton; five grand-children; nine great-grandchildren; in and two great-great-grandchildren.
Funeral services were held Tuesday Mar. 31, at the Graves·Baird Chapel with the Elder John Gunzel of Wichita officiating and the Graves-Baird Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Interment was at the Greenwood cemetery.
Casketbearers were Fred Kaminska of Longton, Roger Kaminska, David Kaminska, Jim Kaminska, Chuck Kaminska, George Thomas and Harvey Jacks.
MR. GEORGE H. DILLON JR
George Henry Dillon Jr., age 84, a resident of Elk Falls, and formerly of Centropolis, Kan., passed away Jan. 12, 2010 at his home.
He was born on Sept. 21, 1925 in rural Douglas County, Kansas the son of George Henry and Lola (Ikenberry) Dillon of Pomona, Kan.
He was grew up in the Pomona area and graduated from Appanoose High School in 1943. On June 25, 1947 George was united in marriage to Enna June Clark in Ottawa, Kan. They shared over fifty three years of marriage together.
Mr. Dillon and his wife farmed and dairied from 1947 until their retirement in 1988, Following their retirement, they moved to Elk Falls.
Mr. Dillon is survived by four daughters, Lucinda Ann Schroeder and husband Ray of Tecumseh, Kan., Wynona Kay Koehn and husband Boyd of Elk Falls, Patricia Lynn Luetje and husband Bruce of Topeka, Kan., and Tonya Leah Swinehart and husband Joe of Lyndon. Kan.; two brothers Robert Dillon and wife Lois and Richard Dillon all of Pomona, Kan., eight grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife Erma and an infant son Winifred George Dillon.
Funeral services were held Monday, Jan. 18, 2010 at the United Methodist Church in Elk Falls and following at the Centropolis Christian Church in Centropolis, Kan. Interment was at Pleasant Hill Cemetery west of Centropolis. Family suggests contributions to the Elk Falls United Methodist Church or Harry Hynes Memorial Hospice and may be left with the funeral home. Online condolences may be left at www.coun-trysidefh.com.
Arrangements are under the direction of /immerman Funeral Home of Howard.
MR. NORMAN S. DINKINS
Norman Stanley Dinkins, 81, of Longton, died Feb. 6, 1996, in Mercy Hospital in Independence.
Services will be 11 a.m. Thursday in the Longton United Methodist Church. The Revs. Jim Mitchell and Joe Nichols will officiate. Burial will be 3 p.m. Thursday in Milan Cemetery.
A memorial has been established with the Cerebral Palsy Research Foundation. Contributions may be made through Zimmerman Funeral Home of Howard.
Dinkins was born Jan. 22, 1915. at Milan, the son of Eldon Earle and Mabel Elizabeth (Yearout) Dinkins. He attended rural school near Milan and graduated from Milan High School in 1933. After high school, he moved to Wichita and attended Friends University.
On March 9, 1939, he married Ruth King in Winfield. They made their home in Ponca City, Okla., where he began working in the hardware business. They later moved to Redrock, Okla., and then to Calhan, Colo. He managed hardware stores in both communities and then became a sales representative for a wholesale hardware company.
The Dinkinses moved to Albuquerque, N.M., and he traveled for the wholesale hardware business in Colorado and northern New Mexico. In 1980 they retired and moved to he near Family in Longton.
Dinkins was a former member of Lions International.
Survivors include his wife, Ruth Dinkins, Longton; a son, Pat Dinkins, Santa Fe, N.M.; a daughter, Shelley King, Sarasota, Fla.: two grandchildren and eight greatgrandchildren.
MR. CURTIS C. DIXON
Curtis Carlton Dixon passed away Tuesday, November 5, 1996, at the cedar Vale Community Hospital in Cedar Vale, KS He was 77 years of age. Carlton, as he was known, was born May 18, 1919 at St. Joseph, MO. to Curtis 13. and Julia Elizabeth (Roach) Dixon. He grew to manhood in the Moline, community and graduated from Moline High School in 1936.
On August 28, 1945, he married Margaret Louise McGinley at Independence, KS. and to this union were born two sons, Jim and Mike. They have owned and operated the Dixon family farm, near Moline, throughout their lives.
In 1952, Carlton began working in the oil industry while continuing to farm and ranch. For many years, Carlton was employed at Mendenhall Drilling as an oil production superintendent. He also worked a few years as a heavy equipment operator for Shore and Sons of Burden, KS. Carlton continued working in oil production and ranching until he became ill in September of 1992.
He was a member of the Eastern Kansas Oil and Gas Association and the Moline United Methodist Church.
Carlton is survived by his wife, Margaret, two sons, Jim Dixon and Mike Dixon, all of Moline, and five grandchildren.
Funeral services were held Friday, November 8, 1996, at the Zimmerman Funeral Home in Howard with Rev. Walter Damall of the Southern Baptist Church of Chautauqua, KS. officiating. Betty Russell was the organist with Lloyd Zimmerman singing "How Great Thou Art, and "The Old Rugged Cross." The casket bearers were Robert Adamson, Max Beckenholdt, Alan Bruner, Frank Bruner, John Clark, and Robert Kill. Interment was held at the Moline Cemetery. A memorial has been established with the Moline United Methodist Church. Contributions may be left with the funeral home. The funeral arrangements were made with the Zimmerman Funeral Home of Howard.
MRS. MARGARET L. DIXON
Margaret Louise Dixon passed away at her home near Moline, on Tuesday, April 10, 2007. She was 88 years of age. Margaret was born on Jan. 30, 1919 at Sedan to Morse and Evae Myrtle (Rathbun) McGinley. She grew up in the Sedan community and graduated from Sedan High School in 1935.
Margaret was employed at the Chautauqua County Courthouse and the White Front Drug Store in Sedan during the late 1930’s and early l940s. On Aug. 28, 1945, she married Curtis Canton Dixon at Independence, and to this union were born two sons, Jim and Mike. They owned and operated the Dixon family farm southwest of Moline, throughout their lives. Margaret was a devoted wife and mother, and dedicated her life to caring for her family. She was preceded in death by her husband on Nov. 5, 1996.
She was a long time member of the Moline United Methodist Church and was active in the United Methodist Women. Margaret enjoyed working in her garden and growing flowers.
She is survived by her sons, Jim Dixon and Mike Dixon, both of Moline; five grandchildren, Kristina Hanks, Julia Fechter, Curtis Dixon, Diane Dixon and DeDe Dixon. and two greatgrandchildren, Rocky Hanks and Wyatt Fechter. She was preceded in death by her husband, her parents and an aunt, Nell Westlake, who was as close to Margarôt as a sister.
Funeral services were held at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, April 13, at the Zimmerman Funeral Home in Howard with Pastor Mark Loftin of the Moline United Methodist Church officiating.
Wanda Mills was the pianist, Juanita Miller sang "In The Garden” and “Amazing Grace”. The casket bearers were Robert Adamson, Max Beckenholdt, Alan Bruner, Rod Bruner, John Clark and George Rogers.
The honorary casket bearers were Curtis Dixon, Richard Fechter and Doug Hanks. Interment was held at the Moline Cemetery.
A memorial has been established with the Moline United Methodist Church. Contributions may be left with the funeral home. The funeral arrangements were handled by the Zimmerman Funeral Home of Howard.
MR. HOWARD R. DOBSON
Howard Russell Dobson, 78, 213 S. Plummer, died Friday, August 6, 1993, at Wesley Medical Center in Wichita.
The son of Robert and Ada Henry Dobson, he was born December 23, 1914 at Severy. A retired division equipment inspector for the Kansas Department of Transportation, he came to Chanute in 1951 from Moline. Veteran of World War II, serving on Okinawa and in Korea, he was a past commander of Chanute Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1654 and a member of the American Legion. He also was a member of First Christian Church.
On August 10, 1941 he and Olive Marie Baker were married in Bartlesville, OK. She died in July 1989. He and Ella Faye Richards were married June 6, 1990 at Chanute.
Survivors include his wife, of the home; three sons, Larry Dobson of Denver, CO; Kent Dobson of Enid, OK; Mark Dobson of Kansas City; a stepson, Boris Lee Richards of Chanute; two stepdaughters, Imogene Kubin of Wichita; Sharon Hebert of Mesa, AZ; four grandchildren. A sister preceded him in death.
Funeral services were held at 10 a.m. Tuesday, August 10 at the First Christian Church with the Rev. James McCollough officiating. Burial was at 2 p.m. in Grace Lawn Cemetery at Howard with military honors by the Chanute VFW. Memorials may be made to the church. Johnson Mortuary was in charge of arrangements.
MR. FRANK L. DOBYNS - Submitted by L. Morgan
Frank LeRoy Dobyns was born near Howard, Kansas, on February 9, 1876 and passed away at his home in Howard, Kansas, on Wednesday, November 11, 1936, at 11:00 a.m.--it being the eleventh month, the eleventh day and the eleventh hour. At the time of his death his age was 60 years, 9 months, and two days.
He was married to Miss Ella Ruth McClintock on May 6th, 1902, the marriage ceremony being performed by Dr. B. M. Powell, a former pastor of the Howard Methodist church. The 6th day of next May would have marked the Mr. and Mrs. Dobyns thirty-fifth wedding anniversary.
He leaves to mourn his departure his devoted wife and three sisters, Mrs. Lillie Straughn of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, Mrs. Ann Bartlett and Mrs. Mabel Rhodes of Kansas City, Missouri. One sister, Mrs. Ella Lambert, passed away in February 1925. He also leaves a number of nephews and nieces and a host of friends all over the state.
His father and mother, Joseph Beamer Dobyns and Elizabeth Sarah Dobyns were early settlers of this community and were charter members of the Howard Methodist church. The deceased and his father had been in business here in Howard for over fifty years. On account of poor health he had disposed of his hardware store here only a few weeks ago.
Mr. Dobyns was a member of the Howard Presbyterian church choir and also assisted in the choirs of all the other churches besides giving his services as a singer for hundred of funerals of old friends.
He was always ready to help when called upon and was progressive in all city and civic affairs. He served his city as councilman and was active in all public undertakings.
He was a member of the Hope Lodge No 155 A.F. & A.M., of Howard and also of the Eastern Star.
A large crowd of old friends and neighbors gathered at the Howard Methodist church at 3:00 p.m. on Friday, November 13th, where the funeral services were conducted by Rev. Harry R. Weed, pastor of the church. The music was furnished by old friends who had been associated with him in choir work for many years. Mrs. A.W. Goodwin recited a favorite poem of the deceased and Ben A. Eby sang a beautiful solo which also was a favorite of Mr. Dobyns. Burial was in Grace Lawn cemetery, ther services at the grave being conducted by the members of the Masonic fraternity.
MR. JOSEPH B. DOBYNS - Submitted by Dan Durbin
Died at his house in Howard, Sunday, November 2, 1919, Joseph B. Dobyns, age 74 years.
Mr. Dobyns had been in his usual health until a day or two before his death, when he suffered a painful attack of sickness. His case was at once pronounced hopeless and his death was but the matter of a few days or hours.
MR. TAZWELL A. DODD - Submitted by L. Morgan
Died -- At the home of his daughter, Mrs. A. W. Kirby, in Howard, Ks., on Tuesday morning, March 24, 1891, TAZWELL A. DODD, aged 66 years, 2 months and 18 days.
The funeral services were held at the M.E. church, Wednesday afternoon, and were conducted by Pastor J.W. Wright. The remains were buried in Grace Lawn cemetery by the Masonic Fraternity, of which deceased was an old and honored member.
Notwithstanding the wet, muddy, cold and disagreeable weather a large crowd assembled at the church to do honor to the memory of a respected citizen. The discourse by Pastor Wright was eloquent and appropriate, and the music by the choir was good.
Dr. Dodd was born in Franklin county, Virginia, January 6, 1825, living there until he was about fifteen years of age, when the family moved to La Porte county, Indiana. When a young man he studied medicine in La Porte, Ind., and after receiving his diploma, practiced medicine for a good many years in Berrian county, Michigan, living at Buchanan. He married Adaline Vanderhoof, at Buchanan, in 1858 and lived there until her death in March 1866. He came to Kansas in 1869 and settled in Howard in 1870; was secretary of the old Howard City Town Company. In January 1872, he brought his family to Howard and lived for a good many years on his farm adjoining town, now known as Jackson's addition in Howard. He was for many years a member of the Presbyterian church, but after moving to Kansas he united with the M.E. church at this place.
Dr. Dodd leaves a family of three children to mourn his loss, Mrs. A.W. Kirby and D.A. Dodd, of Howard and Mrs. C. J. Topping, of Silverton, Colorado.
He was universally respected, has always been identified with the best interests of the town and county, and his death is mourned by all.
MRS. JERIS P. DODSON - Submitted by L. Morgan
MOLINE- - Jeris Pat Dodson, 40, of Americus, died Monday at 3:45 p.m. at Stormont-Vail Hospital in Topeka.
She was born Jan. 11, 1936 at Grenola, the daughter of Gerold C. and Clarice (Smith) Hale. A member of the Baptist church, she was employed as a production worker at the Dolly Madison Bakery in Americus.
Survivors include the parents of Moline; the widower, Dale Dodson of Americus; four daughters, Patricia Dodson of Moline, Pamela Wunderlich of Wichita, Dayla and Connie Dodson of Americus; a brother Jack Hale of Andover.
Services will be held Thursday at 10 a.m. in the Watt Funeral Home with Anthony Simowitz and Harold Trevolt officiating . Interment will be in Moline cemetery.
MRS. MILDRED E. DOGGETT
Mildred Ethlyn Doggett passed away Tuesday, January, 1, 1991 at HCA Wesley Medical Center in Wichita. She was 86 years of age. Mildred was born on July 14, 1904 at Eureka, Kansas to Alva and Nannie McHenry Hill. She attended country schools near Eureka until her family moved to a farm near Severy, where she attended rural schools as well as Severy High School.
On January 4, 1927, Mildred was united in marriage with Stanley Dewey Doggett at Eureka, Kansas and to this union were born four children; Malcolm, Joyce, Beulah and Myrtle. They operated a farm until moving to Howard in 1948, where Mildred devoted her life to making a home for her family. After the death of her husband, on January 2, 1984, Mildred continued to live at her home in Howard until ill health caused her to enter Howard Twilight Manor in April of 1989. Mildred was active in volunteer work for the American Red Cross and devoted time to help at the nursing homes in Elk County. She enjoyed quilting, needle ework, sewing and cooking, as well as growing flowers and canning the harvest from her garden. Mildred was a member of Rebekah Lodge #154, the American Legion Auxiliary of Carter-Rader Post #149, United Methodist Women’s Circle and the Howard United Methodist Church. She enjoyed being active in these organizations as long as her health permitted.
She is survived by her son Malcolm of Wichita, her daughters Joyce Burkhart of Oxnard, CA., Beulah Thomas of Longton and Myrtle Dewey of Wichita, a brother Harold Hill of Sumner, WA., a sister Mila Hufford of Carbondale, Kansas, ten grandchildren, thirteen great grandchildren and three greatgreat-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, her parents, a brother Miles Hill and two infant brothers.
Funeral services were held at 2:00 p.m. Friday, January 4, 1991 in the Zimmerman Funeral Home at Howard with Rev. Gary Parsons of the Howard United Methodist Church officiating. Mrs. Helen Vinette was the organist with Mrs. Julia Brenner singing “Precious Lord Take My Hand” and “Rock of Ages”. A memorial service was conducted by the Rebekah Lodge #154 of Howard. The casket bearers were Harold Hyson, Joe Thomas, Shawn Doggett, Steve Hyson, Mike Burnah and Dale Martinson. Interment was held in Grace Lawn Cemetery at Howard. A memorial has been established with the Center for Basic Cancer Research, Ackert Hall, Kansas State University, Manhattan, Kansas 66506.
Contributions can be left with the funeral home. The funeral arrangements were made with the Zimmerman Funeral Home of Howard.
MR. JOHN F. DOLEN - Submitted by L. Morgan
John Dolen was born near Howard, Kansas, September 5, 1880. He departed this life February 13, 1903, at his parent’s home, after a very short illness with pneumonia, at the age of 22 years, 5 months, and 7 days.
Previous to his going from us he said: "Thank God I shall soon be at rest. I am going home."
The sickness was short and very severe and in spite of all the assistance that could be rendered he was taken from us. John was an exemplary young man. Never did he speak ill of any one. He always saw the best in all that was around him. Full of patience, kindness, gentleness, and a broad, deep and profound sympathy. Every one who knew him liked him and those who knew him best liked him best. He gave evidence of that full rich soul and character that rarely comes to us here. The springtime had come to his life but no harvest time. The bloom was yet on his cheeks when death came. But his full, young life which was ended so soon, has left us richer by having him with us even for a short time.
The funeral services were conducted by Rev. B. M. Powell at the home on Saturday, February 14, 1903, at 11 a.m. The large concourse of friends evidenced the love held by the one gone. The interment was in Grace Lawn cemetery.
MR. SAMUEL DOLEN - Submitted by L. Morgan
Samuel Dolen, eldest son of Wm. and Sarah Dolen, was born on February 14, 1878, on a farm west of Howard. He departed this life at the home place, one and one-half miles southwest of Howard, October 8, 1938 at 1:15 p.m. At the time of his death he was 60 years, 7 months, and 8 days old.
He was married to Jessie Dougherty, March 22, 1911, who has been his constant companion and helpmate and cared for him tenderly during the time he was in failing health.
He is survived by his devoted wife, two brothers, and a sister. The names of the brothers are Wm. of Howard, and Harvey of Okemah, Oklahoma. The name of the sister is Mrs. Mary E. Dollinger of Oklahoma City. He is also survived by two nephews, Allen Dolen of Panama Canal, and Fred C. Gardner, Jr. of Abilene, Kansas. Also several cousins and other relatives. One sister and twin brothers preceded him in death.
Mr. Dolen united with the Methodist church during the time that Rev. J. R. Cramer was pastor, nearly 20 years ago. He has always been very active and loyal to the church since that time. Duing the long months of failing health he has always maintained a cheerful and hopeful attitude and never found fault or complained.
He leaves a great host of friends in this community.
Funeral services were held at the Howard Methodist church at 2:00 p.m. on Monday, October 10, conducted by the pastor, Harry R. Weed, assisted by E E. Satterlee of Chanute, a former pastor. Burial was in Grace Lawn cemetery, Howard.
MR. WILLIAM DOLEN - Submitted by L. Morgan
Obituary of William Dolen
Wm. Dolen was born in Tyrone county, Ireland in 1836. When a youth of 18 years he bade adieu to the home of his childhood and emigrated to America, locating in Pickaway county, Ohio, where he resided for 14 years. Hoping to benefit his condition financially he moved to Howard county, Kansas in 1870, which at that time was just opened for settlement. Seven years later he was married to Miss Sarah Collins, whose faithfulness and hearty co-operation transformed a portion of prairie into an American home as we see it today. To this union seven children were born, five sons and two daughters, all living except one son, John, who passed to the beyond eighteen months ago. Mr. Dolen was converted in Darbyville, Ohio in the winter of 1869 and soon after united with the Methodist Episcopal church. A man of generous impulses he had a large acquaintance and possessed many staunch friends. It is said of him "he was an excellent neighbor, obliging and steadfast," it gave him pleasure to accommodate his friends.
About 16 months ago he was stricken with paralysis from which stroke he never recovered and which left him almost helpless.
Relief came Friday a.m., 1904, when death released the body and God took the spirit which he had given.
There remain the widow, six children, two brothers and two sisters to mourn his loss. Peace be unto his ashes.
The services were in charge of G. E. Tifft, pastor of the M. E. church. Interrment was made in Grace Lawn cemetery.
Wm. Dolen was a man of generous impulses, always ready to help all who were in need of help. His death is sincerely mourned by those who knew him best.
MR. CHARLES W. DORSEY
Funeral services for Charles Wesley Dorsev. 57, of Grenola, who died July 26, were held Saturday at at ???? April 8, 1937, at Howard. Dorsey spent most of his married, life in Wichita and Elk county. He was employed at Boeing for 24 years. He was a member nf the Christian church of Grenola and Albert Pike Lodge No. 303 of Wichita.
Survivors are the widow of the home: two daughters, Mrs. Virginia Wilson of Winfield and. Mrs. Pansy Ollenborger of Grenola eight grandchildren: one brother, Elmer Dorsey of Howard; four sisters, Srotha Laird, Huntsville, Arkansas; Sarah Miller, Howard; Alice Logsdon, Cambridge; Eliza Ross, Galala, California. He was preceded in death by his parents and three brothers.
Thp Rev. Wallace Wartick officiated at the funeral services, with burial in Greenlawn cemetery at Grenola. Singers for the funeral service were Mrs. Wallace Warfick and Mrs. Barbara Jo Stauffer. Pianist was Mrs. Richard Wells. Pall heavers were Jim Sweet, Jim Fnthey, Albert Miller, Jr., Gerald Logsdon, Carl Reeves and Carl Gene Wolfe.
MRS. ELLEN DORSEY
Ellen Dorsey, 80, of Moline, died Tuesday, October 16, 1984, at Elk Manor Nursing Home, Moline. She was born August 21, 1904, in Huntsville, Arkansas, to James Francis and Della (Lawson) Bohannon. She grew up in the Huntsville area and was married there to William Alex Dorsey in 1920. He preceded her in death on September 1, 1963.
In the early 1930’s, the Dorseys moved to near Grenola, and lived the rest of their lives in this area. They were engaged in farming.
Ellen attended the Nazarene Church for a number of years in Grenola. She later became a member of the First Baptist Church of Moline.
About 12 years ago, Ellen moved to Elk Manor Nursing Home in Moline, where she lived at the time of her death.
Survivors include one sister, Ethel Hull of Coffeyville, Kansas, and one brother, Arlis Bohannan of Sedan, Kansas. A sister, Lodean Lynam, preceded her in death.
Funeral services were held Saturday, October 20, 1984, at 2:00 p.m., in the Watt Funeral Home Chapel, Moline. Interment was in Greenlawn Cemetery, Grenola. Rev. Dois Nix officiated. Watt Funeral Home, Molinc, was in charge of arrangements.
MR. ELMER W. DORSEY
Elmer Walter Dorsey died October 28, 1984, at the Sedan City Hospital. He was 81 years of age. Elmer was born on December 18, 1902 at Drakes Creek, Arkansas, to Alexander and Alice Etta Hull Dorsey. He grew to manhood in the Huntsville, Arkansas, area and moved to Grenola, Kansas, in 1921, where he farmed south of town.
On October 17, 1928, he united in marriage with Effie Snook at Howard, Kansas. She preceded him in death on September 28, 1983. Elmer was a life long farmer in Elk County and lived most of his married life in the Howard cornmunity. He retired in 1959 and moved into Howard where he has lived until his death.
He is survived by his sisters, Alice Logsdon of Cambridge, Kansas, and Eliza Ross of Gualala, California. He was preceded in death by his wife, four brothers and two sisters.
Funeral services were held at 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, October 30, 1984, at the Zimmerman Funeral Home with Rev. Richard Alsip of Winfield, Kansas, officiating. Mrs. Robin Smith was the organist with Mrs. Debbie Lorenz singing “Beyond The Sunset” and “How Great Thou Art.” The casket bearers were Harold Wilson, Stanley Asbury, Bob Tredway, Ray Dorsey, John Miller, and Charles Miller. Interment was held in Grace Lawn Cemetery at Howard. A memorial has been established with the American Diabetes Foundation. The funeral arrangements were made with the Zimmerman Funeral Home of Howard.
MR. HENRY B. DREHMER - Submitted by L. Morgan
Mr. Henry B. Drehmer, who was born in Haidiman county, Ontario Feb. 20, 1837, died in Elk County, Kansas, May 30, 1903, aged 66 years, 3 months, and 10 days. He was married to Elizabeth Eby in Waterloo Co., Ontario, Jan 1, 1861. “Grandpa” Drehmer, as he was called, came from Canada to Illinois in June 1871. In February 1887 he moved to Nemaha co., Nebraska, and went back to Illinois in February 1899. His wife died at Prophetstown, Ill., May 8, 1899. In November of the same year he came back to Nebraska, and had made his home with us ever since he came to Kansas in 1901.
There were three children, and all are still living-Samuel A., Prophetstown, Ill.; Charles H., Butler county, Kans.; J.E., Howard, Kans.
“Grandpa” Drehmer united with the Evangelical Church at Loraine, Ill., in 1877, and was a member of that church when he died.
He will be greatly missed by his relatives and many friends, yet we would not call him back, because he is now free from all his suffering and is at home with Jesus. He had been a great sufferer for some time, having received a paralytic stroke some three years ago. But his body is now free from all pain, and his soul has returned to God who gave it. He was a good father, and we hated to say farewell; but it was not bidding him goodbye for ever, because within a few more years we shall to where he is, and we shall be a united family around the throne of heaven.
The funeral services were held at the home of his son, Mr. J.E. Drehmer, Howard, Elk County, Kans.; Rev. J.C. Richardson of Howard, officiating.
MR. PERCY B. DROUGHTY
Percy Ben Droughty was born May 15, 1899, at Anthony, Kansas. He departed this life June 4, 1967. At a young age, he moved with his parents to Oklahoma, whee he grew to manhood.
He served in the United States Armed Forces for a brief time during World War I.
He married Lillie Fern Parkhurst in December, 1930. To this union four children were born. In 1948, he moved his family to the Howard community, where he farmed until 1961, when re retired. Although in poor health the past five years, he continued living in Howard.
He is survived by his four children, two sons, Ben Doughty of Fayetteville, Arkansas, and Leon Doughty of Aurora, Colorado; two daughters, Mrs. Donald (Jeanine) Young of Point Mugu, California, and Mrs. Maurice (Jacqueline) Perkins of Tulsa, Oklahoma. He is also survived by his mother, Mrs. Hulda Doughty of Enid, Oklahoma; one sister, Mrs. Bey Bontrager, Enid, Oklahoma; one brother, Orion Doughty, Clinton, Oklahoma, and four grandchildren.
Funeral services were held on Wednesday, June 7, at 1:30 p.m., at the Spurrier-Watt Funeral Home, Howard, with the Rev. Ralph Olsen, pastor of the Howard Baptist church, officiating. Music was presented by Kenneth Forsyth, accompanied by Velette Smith at the organ. Casket bearers were Bob Wyant, Carl Hubbell, Forrest Monical, Murel Bontrager, Arley Bontrager and A. J. Bontrager. Concluding services and burial were in Grace Lawn cemetery Howard, Kansas.
MR. ROBERT DOUGHERTY - Contributed by Marcia Moore
MURDER IN ELK COUNTY
MR. ROBERT DOUGHERTY ASSASSINATED
Intense excitement has prevailed at Longton and vicinity during the past week caused by the mysterious murder of Mr. Robert Dougherty, an old and inoffensive citizen of Longton.
The murdered man lived alone on his farm about four miles from Longton, and on Friday morning, July 27, Mr. Charles Keys of Longton, having some business in that neighborhood, called at Mr. Dougherty’s and was horror stricken to find the old man lying stark and stiff in the cold embrace of death. The alarm was immediately given and an examination proved that the unfortunate man had met his death while peacefully sleeping in bed and from appearances death had been so sudden that he had never stirred after the fatal blows were struck.
The murderer had, it seems, taken a hatchet from a box of tools under the bed and had struck his unconscious victim upon the forehead and the blow crushing the skull caused instant death. The villain had then returned the hatchet to the box and after securing the murdered man’s pocketbook left the house, and, taking one of the old man’s mules, left the country. At all events the mule was gone and it was natural to suppose it had been taken by the murderer. A coroner’s jury was empanelled by J.N. Thomas, a Justice of the Peace in Longton, which, after an inquest lasting two or three days, rendered a verdict to the effect that Robert Dougherty came to his death from the effects of blows upon the head at the hands of a person named Newton R. Scott.
It was perfectly apparent that the murder had been committed for the purpose of robbing the victim, and it was almost certain that the murderer was the person who had taken the mule. Who could have done this? was the momentous question.
The young man named Scott, who had been in the neighborhood for a few days and who had acted in a suspicious manner, was missing after the murder. He occurred to the minds of the people as being the probable criminal.
The mule was found running at large in Independence on Friday morning, the murder having been committed the night before. On Tuesday evening of this week Scott was discovered lurking in the neighborhood and was arrested and brought to Longton where he is still held. His preliminary examination will commence on Monday next.
The circumstances which point to Scott as the criminal we will not mention, as we do not care to say a word to cause prejudice either for or against him.
The victim, Mr. Robert Dougherty, was a widower between fifty and sixty years of age who came to Elk County from Topeka some four or five years ago. He has lived in or about Longton ever since and was a quiet, unassuming man and had no enemies. He had enough money to live comfortably, and to the fact that he was known to carry a considerable amount of currency upon his person and the additional fact that he lived alone in a secluded neighborhood may be ascribed his untimely and violent death. Mr. Dougherty had no children or relatives living in this county.
Elk County Ledger - August 11, 1877
MR. ROBERT DOUGHERTY - Contributed by Marcia Moore
Newton Scott, who was arrested last week on suspicion of having robbed and murdered Mr. Dougherty, near Longton, confesses that he was at the robbery, but that a man named Ross, his (Scott’s) father-in-law, who is also under arrest, planned the crime, and it was he who went into the house and got the old man’s money. Scott says he stood outside and watched while Ross went into the house, and persists that he did not know that Dougherty was killed. When Ross came out of the house he handed Scott a roll of money, remarking, “The old man did not have as much money as I expected.” They then took one of Dougherty’s mules and left, Scott going to Independence, where he turned out the mule, got his breakfast and took the train for Parsons.
There is not a shadow of a doubt but what Ross and Scott were engaged together in this terrible business, though Ross, we understand, denies everything. The people about Longton were terribly excited and there was some talk of lynching the prisoners, but fortunately better counsels prevailed and the men were carried to the Eureka jail to await the next term of the District Court.
The men, who are under arrest, are entitled to a fair and impartial trial according to law, and whether they are guilty or innocent, no good citizen of Elk County will for a moment think of using violent means toward the defenseless prisoners. Circumstances – other than Scott’s confession – point to these men as being the guilty parties, and there is no doubt but what Scott can be proved to have taken the mule. But we will say no more about the matter at present.
MRS. VIOLA I. DOUGHTY
Viola Irene Doughty, 89, of Howard, died Sunday, February 11, 1996, at the Greenwood County Hospital.
She was born October 21, 1906, at Miltonvale the daughter of Frank Earl and Anna Winifred (Parrish) LeSuer. The family moved to Elk County when she was a child. She graduated from Howard High School in 1924. Following high school she earned her teaching certificate and taught at the Cracker Box rural school northwest of Howard.
On December 8, 1928, she was united in marriage to Melvin C. Doughty at Hutchinson. They made their home on a farm near Piedmont until moving to Texas in 1936. After a few months they returned to Elk County. He preceded her in death on June 26, 1994.
She was employed at the grocery store in Howard during the 1940s and 1950s.
Survivors include three sons, Claude Doughty of Fairview, Mo., Dale Doughty of Mulvane and Lawrence Doughty of Douglass; three sisters, LaNola Louthian of St. Joseph, Mo., Caroline Brown of Augusta and Marie Myers of Anza, Calif.; 10 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her husband, an infant son, Lewis Wayne Doughty, parents, two brothers, Earnest and Earl LeSuer and a sister, Ann Gratzer.
Graveside services were held February 13 at Grace Lawn Cemetery in Howard with Rev. Ted D. Davis of the Longton Baptist Church officiating.
A memorial has been established in her name with the Greenwood County hospital. Contributions may he sent in care of the Zimmerman Funeral Home of Howard, which was in charge of arrangements.
MISS MARTHA L. DOUGLAS
WICHITA — Martha Lorene Douglas, 82, of Grenola, retired elementary school teacher, died June 30, 1995, at St. Francis Regional Medical Center, Wichita. Services will be 10 a.m. Thursday at the Grenola Christian Church. The Rev. Wallace Wartick will officiate. Burial will be in in Greenlawn Cemetery, Grenola.
A memorial has been established with the Grenola Christian Church. The funeral arrangements are being made with the Zimmerman Funeral Home, Howard.
Douglas was born Aug. 6, 1912, the daughter of Earl Scott and Nellie Beatrice (Hunt) Douglas. The family lived on a farm southwest of Grenola. She attended rural Elk County schools, and she graduated from Moline High School in 1931.
After receiving Normal Training and beginning her teaching career, Douglas continued her education at colleges in Emporia and Pittsburg. She received her bachelor of arts degree from outhwestern College, Winfield, in 1953.
Douglas retired from 47 years of teaching at the elementary school in Grenola and continued to make her home in Grenola.
She was a member of Delta Kappa Gamma, the Elk and Greenwood Counties Retired Teachers Association, the Grenola Historical Society and the KNEA. She was a member of the Grenola Christian Church.
Survivors include her fiance, Ray Wilson of Moline, and a sister. Laverne Mason of Park City.
MR. LUTHER G. DOWNS
Luther Glenn ‘Skinny” Downs, 91, of Grenola, Kansas, died Monday, October 14, 1991, at Elk Manor Nursing Home, Moline, Kansas. He was born February 1, 1900, at Grenola, Kansas, to Lou H. and Lottie (Temple) Downs.
He was a farmer.
On January 22, 1930, in Grenola, Kansas, he was united in marriage to Opal Morris. She survives at the home.
Funeral services will be held Thursday, October 17, at 2:00 p.m., in the Grenola Christian Church. Interment will he in the Greenlawn Cemetery, Grcnola. Rev. Wallace Wartick will officiate. Watt Funeral Home, Moline, is in charge of arrangements.
Memorial in his name have been established with the Grenola Senior Citizens and the Grenola Christian Church.
MISS LYLLY M. P. DOWTY
Miss Lylly Mattie Pearle Dowty
Died at her home south of Longton, Friday, May 11, 1906. Miss Pearle, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. G.W. Dowty aged 17 years.
The deceased was born at McCune, May 24, 1889 and while yet an infant was brought by her parents to Wilson county and from there four years ago came to Longton where she has since lived.
Of a sunny disposition she made many friends among the young people and many will join the bereaved parents in mourning her early departure from this world.
She had been sick for some time and her death came as an expected calamity when, in the early morning the grim angle claimed her. The funeral services were conducted at the home by Rev. J.K. Morgan and the body laid to rest in the Longton cemetery Saturday.
(notes) Young Miss Douty, who has been very sick with typhoid fever is reported no better. It is feared she may not recover.
(notes) Miss Pearl Douty died this morning at 4 o'clock and will be buried tomorrow at 10 a.m.
Longton News - May 18, 1906
Obituary
Died, May 11, 1906 at 10 a.m., Miss Lylly Mattie Pearl Douty, aged 17 years and 11 days.
Miss Douty was born near McCune, Kansas, and moved with her parents to Fredonia when an infant, where she resided for 13 years; then moving to Longton where she has since resided until her death. The funeral services were held at the home of her parents south of Longton on May 12, 1906, by Rev. J.K. Morgan, after which the remains were laid to rest in the Longton cemetery. Miss douty ws a favorite with her school friends, and was as a blooming rosebud clipped in its first bloom.
MR. LEEMAN DUCKWORTH
Leeman "Mike" Duckworth passed away Friday, February 24, 1995 at his home in Winfield. He was 66 years of age. Mike, as he was known to his friends, was born on June 18, 1928 at Longton to Fred Jefferson and Isa Dolily (Bright) Duckworth. He attended school in Longton and graduated from Howard High School in 1946. After attending Emporia Stae teachers College, Mike taught school for several years.
On August 12, 1949 he married Zuna Mae Roberts at Howard. They lived in Wichita and Derby and Ardmore Okla., before moving to Winfield a few years ago. Mike was an accountant during most of his life, and retired several years ago when his health began to fail.
He was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Ardmore, Oklahoma.
Mike is survived by his wife, Zuna Mae Duckworth of Winfield, a daughter Teresa Clevenger of Hurst, Texas, and a sister Susie Mahaffy of Wichita.
Graveside services were held 10:30 a.m. Monday, Februry 27, 1995 at Grace Lawn Cemetery in Howard with the Rev. Deedee Evans, Chaplain of Hospice, Inc. in Wichita, officiating. Lloyd C. Zimmerman sang "Peace In The Valley." In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established with Hospice, Inc., Wichita, Kansas 67201. The funeral arrangements were made with the Zimmerman Funeral Home of Howard.
MRS. FARRIS N. DUDGEON
Farris Nonine Dudgeon passed away Saturday, December 31, 1994 at Irvinson Memorial Hospital in Laramie, WY. She was 85 years of age, and was a former Howard resident. She was born June 13, 1909 at Howard to George W. and Pella L (Martin) Divine.
Graveside services will be held at 2 p.m. Friday, May 26, 1995 at the Grace Lawn Cemetery in Howard with Rev. Ted D. Davis officiating. Cremation has taken place. A memorial has been established with the First Baptist Church of Howard. Contributions may be let with the Zimmerman Funeral Home of Howard.
MR. LEE E. DUDGEON
Lee Elmo Dudgeon passed away on Saturday, Oct. 3, 2009 at the age of 78 at his home in Rapid City, S.D., with many family members present. Although his battle with cancer was short it was a courageous one.
Lee was born July 2, 1931 in Howard, to Lee and Nonine Dudgeon. Lee was married to Marian Lucille Harris on July 3, 1952 in Moline. This marriage was blessed with four children; Dennis of Rapid City, S.D., Douglas (Norma) of Denver, Colo., Deborah (Daniel) of Rapid City, S.D., and David (Kim) of Coburg, Australia.
Lee spent his adult life working as a salesman and a highly respected and award winning sales manager for GMAC dealerships across the Midwest including Kansas, Colorado, Wyoming, and South Dakota. He was an avid Broncos fan, hunter, fisherman, and family man. He was a Mason and longtime member of the First Christian Church in Laramie, Wyo.
He is survived by his wife, Marian, four children, nine grand-children, five great-grandchildren, and three very special Yorkshire Terriers. He was preceded in death by his parents and only sibling Robert of Sonoma, Calif., wife's parents, one nephew, brother in-law, and numerous dog children.
A celebration of Lee's life is being held with relatives and close friends. In lieu of flowers donations should be sent to Hospice of the Black Hills.
A special thank you to Nancy Thornburg of the Hospice of the Black Hills, the staff at Clarkson Mountain View Health Care Facility, Prairie Hills of Golden Living Centers, and the nursing staff on the Fifth Floor of the Rapid City Regional Hospital.
Lee loved life, family, and his dog children.
MR. JOHN W. DUFF
John Walter Duff passed away Tuesday, June 27, 1995 at his home in Grenola. He was 79 years of age. John, or “Johnny” as he was sometimes known, was born November 21, 1915 at Winterset, Iowa to Frank B. and Leota (Reynolds) Duff. He attended school and grew to manhood in Winterset. At an early age, John moved to Kansas where he worked in the oil fields near Moline and Lamont.
On May 13, 1946, lie married Phyllis Ann Thompson at Grenola, and to this union were born two daughter, Janis and Judy. John was employed as the zoo keeper in Independence until moving to Eureka in 1954.
He worked in public school maintenance at Eureka and Augusta before becoming Public Works superintendent at Augusta. In 1968, he returned to Independence and worked for Starcraft until becoming Public Works superintendent at Chanute in 1972. In 1981 he retired and moved to Grenola.
During his younger years, John was a member of a AAA farm club for the St. Louis Cardinals, and was a rodeo cowboy. He enjoyed working and staying busy. He was a coon hunter, and spent hours building bird house for Purple Martins.
John was a member of the Odd Fellows Lodge, and joined the Presbyterian Church in Iowa, at an early age.
He is survived by his wife Phyllis, two daughters Janis Sinclair and her husband Don, and Judy Lundy and her husband Mike, all of Grenola, a brother Chancy Duff of Wintenset, Iowa, six sisters Eulab Shearer of Des Moines, Iowa, Dorothy Snores of Clarence Missouri, Gladys Kammin of Boone, Iowa, Carrie Harrell, Florence Walker, and Laura Herman, all of Winterset, Iowa, four grandchildren, one stepgrandchild, and one greatgrandchild. He was preceded in death by his parents, a brother Earl Duff, a sister Pearl Rankin, and a grandson Jason Wright.
Funeral services were held at 2 p.m. Saturday, July 1, 1995, at the Zimmerman Funeral Home in Howard with Rev. Robin Haines of the Flint Hills Assembly of God Church officiating. Mrs. Betty Russell was the organist. The casket bearers were Matt Miller, Scott Sinclair, David Sinclair, Darrel Moore, Allen Moore, and Don Nelson. Intennent was held in Greenlawn Cemetery at Grenola.
Memorials have been established with the Kansas Eye Bank, and the Flint Hills Assembly of God Church in Howard. Contributions may be left with the funeral home. The funeral arrangements were made with the Zimmerman Funeral Home of Howard.
MR. WILLIAM H. DUNHAM - Submitted by L. Morgan
Death Notice of William H. Dunham
Died, at Elk Falls, Kansas, Wednesday, February 4, 1903, Wm. H. Dunham, aged 79 years. Mr. Dunham has been a citizen of Elk county for a great many years and was a well known and respected citizen. The immediate cause of his death was paralysis from which he has suffered greatly for the past three years. He was a Mason and an Odd Fellow for many years. Mr. Dunham leaves a widow and three children, Mildred M. Surber, of Independence, Mabel M. Scott and Harvey, of Elk Falls. The funeral was conducted from the residence at 2 p.m. Thursday, interment being made in Elk Falls cemetery. The bereaved family have the sympathy of many friends.
MR. GEORGE W. DUNLAP
Death of George W. Dunlap
Geo. W. Dunlap was born in Pennsylvania, March 13, 1848, died near Western Park, Elk County, Kansas, January 9, 1894. He was converted about seventeen years ago and joined the M. E. church. He was a kind husband and a loving father, and was loved and respected by all who knew him. He leaves a wife and four children, three sons and one daughter, and a number of relatives to mourn, but their loss is his eternal gain. We believe his spirit returned to the God who gave it. His life was an example worthy of our imitation. - DANIEL BOLIN
MR. JOSEPH A. DUNLAP - Submitted by L. Morgan
Joseph Alexander Dunlap was born in Fayette county, Pennsylvania, March 7, 1850, and died at his home near Piedmont, Kas., April 2, 1911.
On Dec. 16, 1870 he was married to Miss Harriet , and until the year 1876 made his home where he was born. In that year he came to Kansas with his wife and three small children, and settled on the homestead where he lived till his death.
He was converted in young manhood and united with the Christian Church. In the year 1890 he united with the Methodist Episcopal church at Bunker Hill.
Mr. Dunlap was a man who lived the Christian life every day. His life was a living testimoy to the Golden Rule. The motto of his life was "to be rather than to seem." He had an exalted idea of justice, and could detect the slightest devition from that virtue. Nothing was so repsulsive to him as a dishonest or cowardly act, and was always ready to stand in defense of the right. As a child he had little opportunities for training or education. Fourteen months covered his entire school life, yet there were few people better informed or more up-to-date in knowledge than he. Many of his friends and neighbors sought his advice and profited thereby.
Funeral services were conducted at the home by the pastor, the Rev. A. Cullison. He leaves a wife and seven children to mourn his loss, all of who were present at his decease. Mary E. Allen of Cherokee, Miss Emma Dunlap, until recently of Iola, Mrs. Anna Harrison of Qauintin, Okla, Mrs. Nevada Taylor, near the home place, J. E. Dunlap, living on the home place, E. C. Dunlap of Longton and Zirn N. Dunlap of Wichita. Of this large family only one had died previous to this. Earl, a small child died some years before.
Death is a spirit;
Those who have seen him nearest
Hold him dearest
For rareness in his choice
When at his Master's voice
He seeks for his own to call
The bravest best of all
When it seems ?????
That one both good and great
Sould pass the shadowy gate
Opening to stranger climes
Then may ye feel full sure
The soul has grown so pure
That it must needs incline
Into the vast divine.
Interement took place at the Forest cemetery.
MR. JAMES H. DUNLAP - Submitted by Louise Havens
James Harry Dunlap, son of Joseph A. and Harriet Dunlap, was born near Howard, Kansas, March 25, 1882. His childhood was spent in that vicinity and he attended Kansas Teachers College at Emporia. In 1906 he was married to Ruth Armstrong, to which union were born two children, a son, Carl, of Guymon, Oklahoma, and a daughter, Mrs. Howard Wilson, of Lincoln, Arkansas.
Until he reached the age of thirty one, he managed his father's farm at Howard, Kansas, at which time he moved to Winfield, Kansas, where he entered the produce business with his brother, Zirn. In 1918 the business was sold and Mr. Dunlap moved to Fayetteville, Arkansas. Several years later he moved to the farm at Lincoln, where he resided until his death. At the age of twenty-five he was converted and joined the Methodist church of Howard, Kansas. At the time of this death he was an active member of the Methodist church at Lincoln, Arkansas.
As with many farmers, he and his wife had many trials and disappointments, but he never became discouraged or desired to leave the farm, his work or his neighbors. during his last illness, his great wish was to regain his health in order that he could resume his work. In addition to the widow, son and daughter, his immediate survivors include three grandchildren, Harry Howard, Karl Kay, and Della Ruth Wilson of Lincoln; two brothers, E. C. Dunlap, Enid, Oklahoma, and Z. N. Dunlap, Winfield, Kansas; and two sisters, Miss Emma Dunlap, Wichita, Kansas and Mrs. George Harrison, Winfield, Kansas.
The body was brought back to the old home at Howard and funeral services were held from the Moon Chapel, Saturday, November 22nd, at 10:00 a.m., conducted by Rev. Phonce L. Mitchell of the Howard Methodist church. Music was furnished by Ben A. Eby as soloist, with Mrs. C. A. Barnett, accompanist. Interment was in Grace Lawn Cemetery, Howard, Kansas.
MRS. RUTH A. DUNLAP - Submitted by Louise Havens
RUTH ARMSTRONG DUNLAP
Services for Mrs. Ruth Armstrong Dunlap, 86, a retired school teacher and former Howard resident, will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday at the Spurrier-Watt Funeral Home at Howard. She died Friday in Pico Rivera, Calif.
Born in Missouri, she resided in the Howard and Winfield areas several years before moving to California. Her husband preceded her in death. Survivors include a son, Carl, El Paso, Tex., and a daughter, Mrs. Alma Wilson, Pico Rivera. Her husband, Harry Dunlap, was the co-owner of Walnut Valley Fruit Company in Winfield.
Mrs. Bess Dunlap is a sister-in-law of the deceased. Mrs. Lee Price, 1722 Ames and Mrs. John Havens, 0323 Massachusetts, are nieces.
DR. JOHN L. DUNSHEE
Dr. John Lisle Dunshee, 71, long time resident and dentist in Moline, died at 12:15 p.m. Sunday in St. Francis hospital, Wichita. He had been a patient there for three weeks.
Funeral services were held 9:00 p.m. Tuesday in the Watt Funeral Home chapel in Moline, with the Rev. Miles Stotts officiating. Burial was in Greenlawn cemetery at Grenola, under the direction of the Watt Funeral Home.
Dr. Dunshee was born November 10, 1893 in Missouri to John Lloyd and Sarah Holcomb Dunshee. He was married to Opal Thompson who proceeded him in death in December, 1956.
He had served in World War I and was a member of the Masonic lodge in Moline.
Before coming to Moline, he had practiced dentiatry in Grenola and Longton, maintaining his practice until entering St. Francis hospital.
MRS. OPAL P. DUNSHEE
Two Wichita brothers and a Moline woman were killed Saturday when their autos collided and burned one mile west of Grenola, on U.S. Highway 160.
The Wichitans killed in the accident were identified as James H. Foulk, 52, of 1229 S. Fern, and Willliam Chester Foulk 47, of 728 N. St. Francis.
The woman killed in the collision was Mrs. Opal Pauline Dunshee, 56, the wife of a Moline dentist.
The older Wichitan was an employee of Boeing Airplane Co., and the younger man was reported to be a carpenter.
According to Acting Elk County Sheriff, Arthur Arndt, Howard, the triple fatality accident occurred when the woman’s auto apparently went out of control and was struck by the Foulk car. It was not immediately determined which of the two men were driving the auto.
Mrs. Dunshee was the daughter of Mrs. Milton Thompson of Grenola, who was well known in Howard and Elk county. She is survived by her husband, a son and two daughters, besides her mother and two brothers. Funeral services and burial were at Grenola, Monday morning.
The two men were formerly from Moline and are also well known here. They were on their way to Moline to get their mother to take her to Wichita to visit over Christ mas with her children and families.
MR. FRANK E. DURBIN - Submitted by Dan Durbin
Frank Edward "Ed" Durbin, 66, of Moline died Thursday, November 15, 1990, at the Moline City Lake. He was born July 13, 1924, in Moline, Kansas, to Charles Edward and Ruth May (Sheel) Durbin.
He was a farmer and rancher and was a veteran of World War II. He was also a member of the Moline American Legion Post, the Grenola VFW Post, Quails Unlimited and the Moline United Methodist Church. He was currently a fieldman for the Winfield Livestock Auction and in 1976 was the National President for the National Livestock Marketing Association.
On June 13, 1944, he and Vera Marie Mead were united in marriage. She survives at the home. Also surviving is one son, Randal of Seneca; two daughters, Kimy Lou Christie of Arkansas City and Rebecca Dee Dawson of Winfield; one brother, Emera M. Durbin of Moline; two sisters, Metta Barnes of Moline and Alice Frazier of Lake Side, Arizona; and 4 grandchildren.
Funeral services were held Saturday, November 17, 1990 at 2:00 p.m. in the Moline United Methodist Church. Interment was in the Moline Cemetery. Rev. LaDonna Carey officiated. Watt Funeral Home in Moline was in charge of arrangements.
A memorial with the Moline United Methodist Church has been established in his name.
Master GRANT M. DURBIN - Submitted by Dan Durbin
Grant Morton Durbin, 4, of Seneca, died Thursday, October 18, 1990, shortly after arrival at the Nemaha Valley Community Hospital in Seneca. His death was due to accidental injuries suffered in a power tailgate lift on a pickup truck at a friend's home in Axtell, Kansas.
He was born June 6, 1986, at Winfield, Kansas, the son of Randal Lee and Nancy Morton Durbin. Grant attended the Rainbow Pre-School in Winfield and was a member of the United Methodist Church there with his family. The family moved to Seneca on August 1, 1990, where his father is employed by the Community National Bank. Grant attended the Teddy Bear Child Care in Seneca and the United Methodist Church.
Survivors besides his parents are: a brother, Nathan; grandparents, Frank and Vera Durbin of Moline and Harold and Dorothy Morton of Sedan.
Funeral services were conducted at the Lauer Funeral Home on Tuesday, October 23, by Rev. George Gardner, Dr. Richard Frisbie and Rev. Walter E. Simpson. The soloist was Dr. Richard Frisbie. The organist was Nancy Gafford.
The burial was in the Seneca City Cemetery. Pallbearers were: Mike Le Valley, Dan Torrence, Tom Jackson and Larry Covey.
Memorials may be given for the nursery at the United Methodist Church in Seneca. They may be sent in care of the family.
MR. CHARLES E. DURBIN - Submitted by Dan Durbin
Charles Edward Durbin, eldest son of Edward M. and Metta G. Durbin was born January 11, 1894 south of Moline and departed this life August 19, 1960, at the age of 66 years, 7 months, and 8 days.
Charlie grew to manhood in this community and on June 16, 1915 was united in marriage to Ruth M. Sheel. Seven children were born to this union, three preceding him in death. Surviving are his wife Ruth, sons Ed and Mahlon, daughter Metta E. Barnes, all of Moline, and daughter Alice L. Ketchum, Phoenix, Arizona, nine grandchildren, Bill Larkin, U. S. A. F. Pensacola, Florida, Ruth Ann and Alice Larkin, Dennis Ketchum, U. S. Army, Ford Ord, Calif., Becky, Kimy, Randy, Patty and Danny Durbin, all of Moline. One brother Jack of Moline, and one sister, May Morgan, of Aransas Pass, Texas. Daughters-in-law, Joan and Vera Durbin, and son-in-law Eddie Barnes, Moline.
Charlie received his schooling in Moline, graduating from high school with the class of 1910.
He spent awhile as a rural mail carrier out of Moline and as mail clerk in Kansas City prior to his enlistment with the U. S. Arny, World War I. After returning from France he purchased a farm northwest of Moline. Until his health failed a few years ago he was in the farming, cattle and feed business. His main pleasures were baseball and fishing, although he enjoyed the everyday pleasures of life, devoting much time to his family and community.
Funeral services were held from the Moline Methodist Church, Sunday, August, 21 at 2:30 p. m. Rev. Clyde Coriell officiated, and Rev. Glen Epp sang, two numbers, "My Heavenly Father Watches Over You," and "After" Accompanied on the Organ by Mr. Larry Thomas. The Watt Funeral Home had charge of the arrangements. Burial was in the Moline Cemetey.
Casket bearers: Bob Henson, Fred Taylor, A. B. Caldwell, Jack Brace, Neal Boyer, Jay McNown.
MRS. EDITH DURBIN - Submitted by Dan Durbin
In Loving Memory of Edith (Lynam) Durbin
Edith (Lynam) Durbin passed away Sunday, June 6, 1999 at the Elk Manor Nursing Home in Moline, Kansas. She was 97 years of age and a long time resident of Moline. Edith was born in Trenton, Missouri on February 10, 1902 to John Foster and Mable (Reid) Lynam.
Edith moved with her family to Moline, Kansas when she was 4 years old. She graduated from the Moline High School. Edith furthered her education at Emporia Teachers College where she received her Teacher's Certificate. She first taught at Hardpan School southwest of Grenola, Kansas and then in the Moline Public School.
Edith was united in marriage to John W. Durbin on March 26, 1921. To this union three sons were born; Gene L., Ronald R. and Jack T.
At the time of her death Edith was a member of the Moline United Methodist Church, the American Legion Auxiliary, and the Moline Alumni Association. She enjoyed her home, family, friends and church. For many years Edith collected and dealt in antiques.
Edith is survived by her three sons Gene L. Durbin of Aransas Pass, Texas; and Ronald R. Durbin and Jack T. Durbin, both of Moline, Kansas, 8 grandchildren, 19 great grandchildren and 7 great-great grandchildren.
Graveside services were held at 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, June 8, 1999 at the Moline Cemetery in Moline, Kansas with Lloyd G. Zimmerman officiating. Carol Pinckney sang "The Old Rugged Cross" and "In The Garden, Medley". The honorary casket bearers were Deanna Cannon, Matt Durbin, Reid Durbin, Dana Gillespie, Nancy Liebau, Sharon Patteson, Janice Spears and Cathy Turnbough. A memorial has been established with the Elk Manor Nursing Home at Moline. Contributions may be left with the funeral home. The funeral arrangements were made with the Zimmerman Funeral Home of Howard, Kansas.
MR. EDWARD MAJOR DURBIN - Submitted by Dan Durbin
Edward M. Durbin was born at Cordova, Illinois, March 7th, 1863, and died at his home in Moline, Kansas, January 20th, 1934, aged 70 years, 10 months and 18 days.
He came to Moline, Kansas at the age of nineteen, and was married to Metta Webb, November 27th, 1889. Five children were born, two sons and three daughters, two daughters preceeding him in death. Surviving him are his wife, two sons, Charles E., Jack W., and one daughter, Mrs. May Morgan, all of Moline, Kansas, also nine grandchildren.
Other relatives are three brothers, D. J. Durbin of Galesburg, Illinois, S. A. Durbin of Cordova, Illinois, and C. R. Durbin of Moline. A large number of more distant relatives and a host of friends mourn his departure. In a community where he has lived so long his life speaks for itself.
Mr. Durbin was a quiet unassuming man who commanded the deep respect and won the friendship of every one he came in contact with. He was an honest, upright man and a good citizen of the community.
Funeral wervices were held at the Methodist church Monday afternoon at 2:30 conducted by Rev. O. W. Dewey of Wavely, Kansas and Rev. J. L. Mitchell. Interment was in Moline Cemetery.
MRS. ELLA M. DURBIN - Submitted by L. Morgan
HOWARD - Ella Mae Durbin, 81, of Moline, died Wednesday.
Mass of Christian burial will be at 2 p.m. Monday at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Moline.
Friends may cal from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday at the church, with a rosary service at 1 p.m. A private family burial service will be at Moline Cemetery.
Memorials are suggested to St. Mary's Funeral Fund and donations may be sent to Countryside Funeral Home, P.O. Box 247, Fredonia, KS 66736. Arrangements are under the direction of Zimmerman Funeral Home, Howard. Mrs. Durbin was born May 1, 1926, in Moline, the daughter of Edgar and Mae (Brogan) Murphy. She attended school at St. Mary's in Moline and graduated from Moline High School in 1944.
She married Ronald R. Durbin on Sept. 9, 1944, and he survives.
She was active in the American Legion Auxiliary and St. Mary's Alter Society.
In addition to her husband, Mrs. Durbin is survived by a son, Ronald R. Durbin Jr., Anchorage, Alaska; three daughters, Sharon L. Patteson and Deanna S. Cannon, both of Moline, and Nancy J. Liebau, Grenola; a brother, Hrry Murphy; two sisters, Ruth Peebler and June Rhudy; nine grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren.
MR. JOHN T. DURBIN
John Thaddeus "Jack" Durbin, age 78 a resident of Moline, passed away Sunday, June 6, 2010, at Wesley Medical Center in Wichita.
Jack was born on April 12, 1932 in Moline, the son of John Webb and Edith Opal (Lynam) Durbin.
Through Jack's life he worked as a rancher, insurance sales and did bookkeeping for a Care Home in Phoenix, Ariz., before retiring. He was a member of the Moline United Methodist Church and the Ferguson - Speace American Legion Post #388 in Moliae. As a Boy Scout Jack attained the rank of Eagle Scout.
Jack is survived by his daughter Dana Dian Gillespie and her husband Ed of Wichita, one brother Ronald R. "Corky" Durbin of Moline, three grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother Gene Durbin.
Graveside funeral services will be held at 2 p.m., Thursday, June 10, 2010 at the Moline Cemetery in Moline. Public viewing will be Wednesday from noon-5 p.m., at the funeral home.
Family, suggests memorial contributions to Elk County Rodeo Association or the Moline United Methodist Church and may be left with the funeral home, Online condolences may be left for the family at www.countrysidefh.com.
Arrangements are under the direction of Zimmerman Funeral Home in Howard.
MR. JOHN W. DURBIN - Submitted by Dan Durbin
John W. Durbin son of Metta G. and Edward M. Durbin was born June 3rd 1898 near Moline, Kansas. He was united in marriage to Edith Lynam March 26th, 1921.
He died June 12 at Mercy Hospital, Independence, Ks.
To this union, three sons were born. Gene L. Durbin of Aransas Pass, Texas; Ronald Reid Durbin of Moline, Ks.; and Jack T. Durbin of San Antonio, Texas.
He is survived by his wife Edith, His first son and wife, Gene and Bonnie Durbin of Aransas Pass, Texas; their children and grandchildren; a son Ronald Gene Durbin and his wife Norma and their daughter Dedra, of San Marcos, Texas; A daughter Janice and her husband Norman Spears II and their two sons; Norman Spears IV and Samuel L. of Rockport, Texas; A daughter Cathy and her husband Felix Turnbough Jr. of Ingleside, Texas; A second son Ronald Reid Durbin and his wife Ella Mae and their children and grandchildren.
A daughter Sharon and her husband Tom Patteson, and their children Cathy and Wade of Fredonia, Kansas; a son Ronald Reid Durbin Jr. and his wife Dolores and their three children Ronald Reid III, Denise and Robert John of Anchorage, Alaska; A daughter Deanna and her husband William Cannon and their son William Joseph of Anchorage, Alaska; A daughter Nancy and her husband Kenneth Liebau and their sons Judd and Jacob of Grenola, Kansas; A third son Jack T. Durbin of San Antonio, Texas, his daughter Dana and husband Ed Gillespie and their daughter Angela of Haysville, Kansas; A sister Mrs. L. W. Morgan of Aransas Pass, Texas.
Jack was a member of the United Methodist Church. He shared in the universal knowledge; that God is everywhere.
He believed in the teachings of Jesus and tried to live by them.
He enjoyed the great outdoors and most of his life was spent in ranching.
He assisted in organizing the Elk County Rodeo and was President of the association until the time of his death.
He treasured his family and friends.
"A Quotation"
'Tis something rare and fine of which I never tire
A trip into the long ago with a friend beside my fire.
Pertaining to marriage he shared with his wife the philosophy best expressed by Kahill Gibran in his masterpiece "The Prophet". Quote.
"You shall be together when the white wings of death scatter your days. Ay you shall be together even in the silent memory of God. Give your hearts, but not into each others keeping, for only the hand of Life can contain your hearts. And stand together, yet not too near together, for the Pillars of the Temple stand apart, and the Oak tree and Cypress grow not in each others shadow."
The Community as a whole will suffer a loss. They acknowledged and accepted his judgment, knowledge and interest in the cattle industry.
The Last Roundup is over, he has joined his Cowboy friends of yesteryear. A Joyous reunion awaits him in the sky.
MR. KALE DURBIN - Submitted by Dan Durbin
Kale Durbin has lived in this community practically all his life. After a stroke of paralysis about twenty-five years ago, he has been in somewhat good health and has been able to maintain his farm until a few weeks ago when he was stricken with another stroke, which made him entirely helpless. Seventy-six years is a good number of years to live.
Funeral services were held at the Rarick Mortuary Sunday afternoon at 2:30 p.m. conducted by E. B. King, minister of the Christian Church. Burial in Moline Cemetery.
C. R. Durbin was born April 6th, 1861 in Cordova, Illinois, and passed away at the home of his nephew, Chas E. Durbin, near Moline, Kansas, March 6th,1937, age 75 years and 11 months.
He was married to Cora E. Means Nov. 5th, 1890. To this union four children were born Robert, Carrie, Lena and Eileen. His son died in 1893 and his wife in 1900.
Besides the three daughters he is survived by two brothers D. J. Durbin of Knoxville, Illinois, and S. A. Durbin of Cordova, Illinois, also a number of nephews and nieces.
For the past twenty years he has lived on a farm three miles north of Moline where he will be kindly remembered by his neighbors and friends.
MISS LAURA DURBIN - Submitted by Dan Durbin
The daughter of Ed. and Metta Durbin, age five years died at the home of Mr. John Webb, Wednesday night. Funeral will take place Friday morning. Interment at Ames Chapel cemetery.
(note--There is a headstone in the Moline cemetery for Laura Aline Durbin, stating " died Sept. 9, 1896, age 4 yrs. 10 mos. 24 days". It is in a Webb plot, not far north and east of the main monument.)
MRS. METTA G. DURVIN - Submitted by Dan Durbin
Metta Gertrude Durbin, daughter of John and Susanna Webb, was born August 7th, 1864, in Myersville, Vermillion County, Illinois, and departed this life at the home of her sister, Mrs. Prier March 25th, 1944, in Moline, Kansas, at the age of seventy-nine years.
She was united in marriage to Edward M. Durbin November 27th, 1889, in Moline. To this union five children were born, two daughters and her husband have preceded her in death. Two sons, Charlie and Jack, and one daughter Mrs. Luther Morgan, all of Moline, survive. Eight grandchildren, five great-grandchildren, three sisters, Mrs.Maud Prier, Mrs. Anna Baker and Mrs. Florence Womacks, besides a host of devoted nieces and nephews.
Mrs. Durbin came to Kansas with her parents when a very small girl living near the town of "Old Boston" which has since became Moline. She attended the school in Boston and returned to Illinois for further schooling, also, graduated from the Spalding Business School in Kansas City, Missouri, then returned to teach in the schools of Boston and Moline for seven years. Mrs. Durbin has been a faithful member of the Methodist church throughout her entire history. Since the death of her husband in 1934 she has made her home with her sister, Mrs. Prier. For the past few years she has been in failing health but kept a real interest in life and was most interested and anxious for all those in service for their country. She was never heard to complain and always looked on the bright side of life. A most devoted mother, grandmother, sister and friend.
Funeral services were held from the Methodist church Monday afternoon, March 27, 1944, conducted by Chas. E. Davis. Rarick Mortuary was in charge. Interment in Moline cemetery.
Those to attend the funeral of out of town relatives were Mr. and Mrs. Walter Karstens of Kansas City, Mrs. Florence Womacks of Buffalo, Oklahoma, and Mr. and Mrs. Bert Turner of Howard, and two families of close friends, Mr. and Mrs. Clifford Sullivan of Howard, and Mr. and Mrs. Frank DeBruler of Independence.
MRS. NANCY E. DURBIN - Submitted by Dan Durbin
DURBIN--Nancy E. Filkill was born in the state of Ohio, Oct. 11, 1832, and died at her home in Moline, Kansas, Nov. 17, 1897.
April 27, 1854, she was united in marriage with Samuel A. Durbin. Three children were born to them, two of whom died in early life.
Six years of happy married life passed all too quickly and then the husband and father heard his country's call to arms and responded quickly, but, in 1862 he was laid in the honored grave of a defender of the Union. Sister Durbin remained a soldiers widow to the close of life. While engaged in ordinary duties she was stricken with palsy about 10 p. m., and passed out of this life about twenty-four later, not having regained conciousness for a moment. Her widowed life had been greatly comforted by the loving solicitude and manly support of her son W. R. Durbin, with whom she came from Illinois to Kansas, in 1883 and who remains with other relatives,her mourner.
Sister Durbin had been a faithful member of the M. E. church 49 years, having united with it when converted at the age of 16 years, and was a careful and prayerful reader of the Bible.
She was buried from the M. E. church in the Moline cemetery. A funeral sermon having been preached by her pastor Rev. J. H. Hubbard, from Rev. 14:13.
W. C. GOODWIN
MRS. PLEASANT M. DURBIN - Submitted by Dan Durbin
Pleasant Miner was born at McConnelsville, Ohio, January 19, 1834, and was married at the same place to Wm. Durbin February 23, 1854. Moved to Cordova, Illinois, in 1856 and from there to Moline, Kansas in 1882.
To this union six sons were born, one dying in childhood. The others are Daniel J. of Flint Michigan; Spence A. of Cordova, Illinois; James E. of Galesburg, Illinois; and Caleb R and Edward M of Moline, Kansas.
Since the death of her husband, January 1, 1908, she has made her home with her son Edward, two miles north of Moline from which place she passed away April 2, 1920, at the age of 86 years, 2 months and 11 days.
Mrs. Durbin was the last surviving member of a large family. Her father was a soldier of the war of 1812 and three of her brothers were soldiers of the Rebellion. She has been a faithful member of the M.E. church since young womanhood. A kind neighbor and kind and loving mother.
Funeral service were held at the M. E. church in Moline Monday afternoon conducted by Rev. C. E. Heaton and attended by a large number of sympathetic friends. The body was laid to rest in the Moline cemetery beside that of her husband. Many Moline people feel sad at the parting from a respected friend and sympathize deeply with those who feel intimately the loss of a near and dear one.
MISS RUTH A. DURBIN - Submitted by Dan Durbin
Ruth Aline Durbin, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Charlie E. Durbin, was born at Moline, Kansas, on August 23rd, 1923, and was summoned to her heavenly home on Tuesday, November 27, 1934, age 11 years, 3 months and 4 days.
Aline possessed one of those happy dispositions, which radiates cheerfulness and joy among all who knew her. She attended Star school, where she was an excellent student, ranking high in all her studies. Her teacher, Miss Virginia Anderson, and classmates will greatly miss her fine spirit of conradeship and the intensive interest which she displayed in all her school activities. She was deeply loved by relatives, friends and schoolmates, and her untimely departure from this world will leave an aching void in the hearts of all, both old and young. Throughout her illness her sweet smile and courageous spirit prevailed.
Aline is survived by her parents, two sister, Metta and Alice; two brothers, Ed and Mahlon; her maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Sheel; her patenal grandmother, Mrs. Metta Durbin; and many other relatives and friends who will always remember her as a beautiful, happy and lovable child.
Funeral services were held at the Methodist church, Thursday afternoon, conducted by Rev. J. L. Mitchell. Interment was in the Moline cemetery.
MRS. RUTH M. DURBIN - Submitted by Dan Durbin
Ruth May Durbin, Moline, Dies; Funeral Monday
HOWARD - Ruth May Durbin, lifetime resident of Moline, died here Friday one week before her 78th birthday.
Mrs. Durbin was born December 18, 1892 in Moline the daughter of Frank and Elizabeth Sheel. Mrs. Durbin was a member of the Moline Methodist Church, the American Legion Auxiliary, and the Friendly Neighbor Club.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Charley, in 1960.
Survivors include: two sons, Ed and Mahlan, both of Moline; two daughters, Mrs. Metta Barnes of Moline and Mrs. Alice Frazier of Phoenix, three brothers, Emera and Elmer, both of Moline and Roy of LeJunta, Colo.; one sister, Mrs. Reka Stuckey of Hutchinson; ten grandchildren; and 14 great grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held Monday at 10:30 a.m at the Moline Methodist Church with the Rev. Monroe Vaughan officiating. Interment will be in Moline Cemetery under the direction of the Watt Funeral Home.
Ruth May Durbin, lifetime resident of Moline, passed away Friday, December 11, 1970, one week before her 78th birthday. Ruth was born Dec. 18, 1892, near Moline, the eldest daughter of Frank and Elizabeth McCluskey Sheel. She received her schooling at Harmony school, later attended Normal at Howard, received her teacher's certificate and taught in several schools in this vicinity. On June 16, 1915, she was united in marriage to Charles Edward Durbin. To this union seven children were born. Her husband, parents, and three children preceeded her in death.
Ruth was a charter member of the Moline Ferguson-Spease Unit of the American Legion Auxiliary, a past president of the Carter-Rader Unit at Howard. She enjoyed many happy years with her friends of the Friendly Neighbor Club.
Survivors are sons Ed and Mahlon Durbin, Moline; daughters Metta Barnes, Moline; Alice Frazier, Phoenix, Ariz.; daughters-in-law Vera and Joan Durbin, sons-in-law Eddie Barnes and Gerald Frazier, three brothers Emera and Elmer Sheel, Moline; Roy Sheel, La Junta, Col. one sister Reka Stuckey, Hutchinson; ten grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren, and a host of relatives and friends.
MRS. VERA M. DURBIN - Submitted by Dan Durbin
In Loving Memory of Vera M. Durbin
Vera Marie Durbin passed away Friday, July 10, 1998 at the South Central Kansas Regional Medical Center in Arkansas City. She was 73 years of age and a former resident of Moline, Kansas. Vera was born March 1, 1925 at Moline, Kansas to Charles Edward and Ida Ardella (Combs) Mead. She attended school and grew to womanhood in the Moline community. After graduating from Moline High School, she was employed by Conoco Oil Company for several years.
In June of 1944, she married Frank Edward Durbin at Moline, Kansas and to this union were born a son, Randal and two daughters, Rebecca and Kimy. Vera devoted her life to making a home for her family, in the Moline community. She was preceded in death by her husband, in 1990. In 1991, she moved to Winfield, Kansas where she remained until moving to Arkansas City in March of 1997.
She was a long time member of the Moline United Methodist Church. She was also a member of the Legion Auxiliary of Ferguson-Speese American Legion Post #388, and Music and Literary Club of Moline. She enjoyed attending the symphony and playing bridge.
She is survived by her son, Randal of Wellington; her daughters, Rebecca Dawson of Winfield and Kimy Christie of Arkansas City; two sisters, Leta Shuman of Boise, Idaho and Juanita Leonard of Leewood, Kansas; and 4 grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband; a grandson, Grant Durbin; a granddaughter, Kristi Dawson; her parents, a sister, Clarise Boise and a brother, William Mead.
Graveside services were held at 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, July 14, 1998 at the Moline Cemetery with Rev. Gerald Manley of the Moline United Methodist Church officiating. Jim Banks, of Winfield, played the song "Amazing Grace" on bagpipes. A memorial has been established with the Moline United Methodist Church. Contributions may be left with the funeral home. The funeral arrangements were made with the Zimmerman Funeral Home of Howard.
MR. WILLIAM DURBIN - Submitted by Dan Durbin
William Durbin was born in Morgan county, Ohio, March 24, 1834. He was married to Pleasant Miner February 23, 1854. To this union were born six sons, Nicholas B., who died at the age of eight years; Daniel J. of Knoxville, Ills; Spence A. of Cordover, Ills.; Caleb R; Edward M. and James E. of Moline, Kan.
The family resided at Rock Island, Ills. and in Davis and Scott counties, Iowa, before coming to Elk county, Kansas, about twenty-five years ago.
Mr. Durbin was known as an honest up-right man and a good citizen, greatly beloved by his family and his neighbors and friends. At his death he said he had lived out his allotted time and was prepared to go.
Death occurred at 7:30 Wednesday, January 1, 1908, at the home of his son, James. He was buried Thursday afternoon, January 2, at 2 p.m. The funeral was held at the Methodist church. The ritualistic services of the I. O. O. F. lodge were read and a sermon was preached by Rev J. R. Hankins. The body was laid to rest in the Moline cemetery.
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