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Obituaries are taken from newspapers, probates, funeral home ledgers, and the county death register.

This is NOT a complete listing, but a work in progress. Submit your relative to the Lincoln County Co-ordinator

The funeral of Mrs. Elizabeth Keogan, who died Christmas morning, took place from the Catholic Church at 10:30 Saturday morning, Dec 30. Rev Fr. Van de Ven preached the funeral sermon. Interment was in the family burial ground in the Catholic Cemetery. Mrs. Keogan was born in Ottawa, Canada in 1843. She was married to Patrick Keogan in the early 1870’s and removed with him to Nevada where they lived in various parts of the state during the gold excitement. The family moved to Sprague in the early 80’s and she and her husband built and owned the Hotel Villard, the first hotel in Sprague, which stood on the site later occupied by the Bennighoff Hotel. Mrs. Keogan was well known in Lincoln County and her death causes another vacancy in the ranks of the pioneers. She was the mother of eight living children, four boys and four girls. (Sprague Times).

“...Mrs. Frank Neff, whose husband died recently, had a tumor removed from her thigh.” (Sprague Times)

A number of cases of meningitis, or brain fever, have terminated fatally during the last few weeks in the county. (Edwall Press cited in LCT)

Mr. D. C. Beard, who bought the Frank Francis place north of Larene a few years ago, and who later disposed of the same and purchased land in Douglass County, died suddenly last week. The following mention is made in a dispatch from Waterville to the Spokane press: News was received Wednesday from Dyer of the sudden death of D C Beard, who lived in Cold Spring basin. While Mr. & Mrs. Beard were visiting at a neighbor’s, he was attacked with apoplexy. A son, James, living here, was notified and left at once. Mr. Beard owned much valuable land in that section of the country and was well known. (LCT)

Abner Featherkile, one of the younger generation of the numerous Featherkile family of Larene died in town Wednesday morning quite suddenly and unexpectedly, at the little cabin in which he and his Uncle “Josh” were stopping near the water tank. Pneumonia developed suddenly and he passed away in a few minutes, no one being present except Josh when the end came. He was perhaps not much more than twenty, was sickly, but when physically able, sawed and split wood about town. He had been in poor health this winter, and had not done much work. His remains were taken to Larene for interment, near where his people all live and where he had grown up from childhood. (LCT) -

March 15, 1906-DT

P. H. Luntsford

“P. H. Luntsford was born in the state of Virginia, Dec 21, 1852. He married Miss Martha Avenell, originally of Texas, but living at the time of their marriage in Lincoln County in 1877. He came to Washington in 1882 and located his home near Mondovi and resided there since until about three years ago. A wife and five children survive him, namely, Arthur, Gertrude, Charta, William and Fredrick. He moved a short time ago to Ione, Oregon, to cultivate a large track of land owned there by John Sawyer. He was taken suddenly ill and died of paralysis of the stomach.” (Davenport Tribune: 3-15-1906)

John Houseman, a rancher residing about 10 miles east of town, was found dead in a dugout in which he lived on his ranch Sunday morning by Henry Kramer, a neighbor. The condition of the body and appearance of the stock about the place indicated the man had been dead about a week. Word was brought to town and the county authorities notified and Undertaker Stone and Charles Milton went out to take charge of the body. Advice then came from Prosecuting Attorney Dye, requesting Justice McKay to go to the ranch and investigate if there were any indications of the man having died other than a natural death, and being informed that there were none, Mr. Stone was instructed to bury the body at his pleasure. The remains were interred Tuesday afternoon in the German Lutheran Cemetery after a short service in which Rev. Rieke officiated. The unfortunate man had been a resident of this section for about 12 years, but being of a retiring disposition, made few acquaintances. He had been at one time a member of a German colony in Iowa, but becoming dissatisfied there left his interest in the colony to his wife and two sons about 20 years ago. In his dugout at the time of his death the only papers that were found was the deed for his farm, one of the best in this section, and a letter from one of his sons. Last fall he built a very comfortable home on his ranch, which for some reason he never occupied, preferring his first habitation, the dugout. His family have been notified and it is expected that word will be heard from them daily.—Odessa Record. (Citizen)

Malcolm Yeaman, who had been a resident of the Egypt country for many years, died Wednesday morning in Orchard Valley, of tuberculosis. He had been in failing health for some time, and was out one day last week during the stormy weather, and contracted a severe cold from which he could not rally, and rapidly grew worse until the end came. (LCT)

The little five year old child of Mr. & Mrs. Elliott died from meningitis Thursday of last week and burial Saturday. The funeral was held from the Presbyterian Church. Elliotts live north of Egypt, and are spending winters in Davenport (notes). (LCT)

Mesdames H. A. P. Myers and John Inkster, Jr., were called last week to Seattle on account of the illness of their father, Lewis J. Brace, who was suffering from a stroke of paralysis. He died Friday, March 30. He was born in Goderich, Ontario in 1836. The deceased was one of the pioneers of Lincoln County, having settled in Lord’s Valley about 25 years ago. He retired from farming and moved to Seattle where a son resides. Mrs. Margaret Morgan of Seattle and Mrs. Gard Ewing of Spokane, are also daughters of Mr. Brace. H A P Myers left Saturday to be in attendance at the funeral. J. S. Brace, Harry Brace, Mrs. S. H. Morgan, Mrs. M. E. Curry, Mrs. B. Gard Ewing, Mrs. John Inkster Jr. and Mrs. H. A. P. Myers are the 7 children that survive.—Davenport Tribune (Citizen & LCT)

“In the midst of life we are in death.” Elma, wife of Chris Lyse of Govan, passed from this life Thursday morning, March 22, 1906, of blood poisoning, in the prime of young womanhood. (LCT)

The little six months old child of Mr. & Mr. Mart Sanders of Larene was buried Monday. The little girl had an attack of whooping cough which caused its death. Services were held at the Baptist church, Rev. W. A. McCall officiating. The young parents have the sympathy of the community in the loss of their little darling. (Dav Trib)

That Mrs. Toohey’s aunt, who lived here some time ago, died in Spokane and was buried here Saturday. Father Van de Van of Sprague officiating.

Much grief is expressed over the death of Albert Gallaway which occurred at the home of his parents Mr. & Mrs. James Gallaway, former residents of Wilbur. He died from pneumonia about one o’clock Wednesday morning. His remains were laid to rest in Spokane.—Sentinel. (LCT)

N. B. Showalter, who has made his home on the Petrie ranch in Lord’s Valley for several years, died at his home in Downs last Wednesday morning. Death was the result of a stroke of paralysis received last December, from which he never fully recovered. Deceased was past 50 years, a hard working, conscientious farmer who believed the Golden Rule good to live by, and one who had acquired considerable property, owning a half section near Davenport at the time of his death, and his wife owned a quarter adjoining Downs, where they made their home this spring. A wife and one daughter was all the family he had. Interment was made in the Harrington cemetery yesterday morning, services being conducted by Rev. I. E. Moore.

Born in Washington County, Iowa, August 18, 1851, and died April 11, 1906. In 1883 he moved to the state of Nebraska, and four years ago he came west. Mr. Showalter taught school for a good part of his life, and looked after his farming interests during the summer. In 1893 he was married to Miss Nellie Burge. Mr. Showalter was not a member of any church, but was a believer in God and was often known to pray to the Divine Being for help and guidance in life and life’s trials. He was considered by all who knew him to be a temperate and honest man. Last winter he was stricken with paralysis from which he had fairly recovered and was able to move about his home, but last Sunday he had another stroke from which he never recovered and passed away on Wednesday morning, April 11^th. He leaves a wife and one daughter, two brothers and three sisters, besides many friends who mourn his loss. The remains were interred in the Harrington Cemetery Thursday morning. Funeral services were held at his home in Downs, conducted by Rev. A. A. Moore of the ME church. (LCT)

County Health Officer G. W. H. Moore reports five cases of smallpox at Bluestem which he has just put into quarantine pending recovery. (D Trib)

Mr. F. A. Duff, a stranger in town, was found in bed dead Tuesday morning at the Davenport hotel by the proprietor, Frank Rumberger, who went to rouse him between 8 and 9 o’clock. The man came in from Miles a few days before, and was suffering from dropsy and Bright’s disease. He had consulted Dr. G. W. H. Moore, who examined him and told him that he had but a short time to live, not to exceed two months. He at once sent a message to a brother in Castali, Iowa, asking for money with which to buy a ticket to that place, stating that the doctor said he could not live. On his person was found a letter written from Daisy signed “your mother,” but no other name is signed. The prosecuting attorney and sheriff have been in communication with parties at Daisy, but up to this time, Wednesday noon, have not been able to locate her if she resides there. No reply has been received from the brother in Iowa either, who was wired of the death of R A Duff. The remains are held in the undertaking parlors of O. W. Stone, awaiting orders from relatives. The man had the appearance of a day laborer, and was not known in town. (LCT)

Wilbur Martin, the young man who died at the home of Mr. and Mrs. J. L .Davis last Thursday, was buried Friday afternoon. He has a sister living near Miles, Mrs. Paulson, and was also connected with the Chapman family, on Norm Palmer’s place. (LCT)

Clarence P Wilson, the eldest son of Receiver Eugene Wilson, died suddenly of heart failure in San Francisco, Wednesday, April 18, the morning of the earthquake. The body has not yet been recovered, and it is feared the remains may have been cremated with many others in some of the hospitals or undertaking establishments in the burned district. Receiver Wilson was in Idaho at the time and was not caught with a telegram until a day or two after his son’s death. His wife immediately repaired to San Francisco from her home in Seattle, but up to Wednesday, the body apparently had not been recovered. Clarence P was a draftsman in the employ of the Union Iron Works, and a physical athlete. He was severely injured while in Alaska a year ago, and never fully recovered. He had heart trouble which had recently given him much concern…He was born in Nov 1882. (LCT)

Mrs. Bertha Bretson, a resident of Stevens County, died Saturday, April 28, at the age of 63 years and 10 months. She had been in usual health up to the morning of her death, when she was stricken with paralysis. The late Mrs. Bretson resided with her daughter, Mrs. W. O. VanHorn, near Fruitland. Other members of the family reside in the east in addition to a son, John, and a daughter, Mrs. H. G. Detillion, of Lott. (LCT)

Mr. Thomas Amos of Bachelor Prairie, a prominent and well-to-do citizen, who has been ill for some time, passed away at his home last Friday. Mr. Amos a few years ago purchased the John Moylan farm, on which he had since resided. He stood high in the Masonic order of which he was an honored member. His membership in the order was at Colfax, where he lived for many years prior to moving to Bachelor Prairie, and the funeral ceremonies were held in that city. He was past grand master of Masons of Washington, and entitled to the honors of burial by the grand lodge. (LCT)

Mr. T. J. Harper (also recorded W. S. Harper) who moved in from Larene country recently, died Thursday morning, the 10^th and will be buried Saturday. Deceased was quite an old man and highly respected. His health had been failing for several months. (LCT) Thomas James Harper died in Davenport, WA, Thursday morning, May 10, 1906. The deceased would have been 76 years of age the 6^th of next month. He had been failing in health for some time and when death called he passed to the great beyond without a struggle. During his life he had been honored with office by the Federal government and by his county. He was a man of exemplary habits, honored by all. He was laid at rest last Saturday, Elder Thamason of the Christian Church giving a short but impressive talk. Mr. Harper was a member of the Christian Church for over 30 years and died in the faith that in the hereafter all will be well. (Dav Trib)

Mrs. D. H. Lohuis, formerly of Davenport, died at her home in Spokane Tuesday morning after a severe illness of two weeks, though she had been in failing health for several years. Rev. J. A. Rodgers, of this place was called to officiate at her funeral Wednesday. She was 54 years of age, and leaves a husband and a family of six children, most of whom are grown. The family had many friends in Davenport who will regret to learn of their misfortune.

That an unknown man was brought to town (Edwall) Saturday by Mr. Wiedemann. He had been hurt on a railroad trestle about three miles west of town. He was reported to have jumped from the trestle to escape a train. Both legs were broken and his skull was fractured. He was taken to Spokane and died Monday. (LCT)

Mr. Thomas Campbell died recently at his home in LaClede, Idaho. The deceased was a former resident of Sprague. At the time of his death he was about 90 years of age.

There is much sickness in the vicinity of Sprague at present, and the doctors are in demand, attending to patients in town and country. The ailments are typhoid fever, scarlet fever and whooping cough.

Mrs. Frank Elliott, of Alyea, who has been suffering with dropsy for some time past, is seriously ill. (Citizen)

Mr. T. J. Harper, who died last Thursday morning, May 10^th, was buried on Saturday, the funeral services taking place in the undertaking parlors of O. W. Stone….He was 76 years old, and is survived by a wife and two daughters, Mrs. James Odgers of this place, and Mrs. McCarty, of Spokane. Deceased came to this state from Nebraska a few years ago, where he had been prominent in the affairs of Otoe County. He suffered a stroke of paralysis about a year ago but almost entirely recovered from its effects… (LCT)

Dr. R. D. McRae drove to Colville last week where an autopsy was to have been held on the body of Mrs. Melissa Wilkes, of Rice. Mrs. Wilkes died in March last quite suddenly under circumstances which awakened suspicion. The body was exhumed, hence the order for an autopsy. The stomach and other organs were removed and sent to Pullman for examination and an analysis.

Word has just been received that the old man Simons, near Creston, committed suicide Wednesday night. Ill health is supposed to have been the cause, but no particulars have yet been received. (LCT) William Simons, an old and respected settler of this community, whose home lies7 miles northwest of Creston, committed suicide by hanging himself in the woodshed. Mr. Simons rose at about 3:30 and left the house. As he frequently rose at an early hour this did not attract particular attention, and his body was not discovered until nearly three hours later, when his son Peter found him dead and already cold, indicating that he must have committed the deed immediately after rising. Peter notified his brother, Van and a neighbor, James Carman, by telephone, and both were soon at the scene. The body had been taken down and carried into the house before Mr. Carman arrived. Mr. Simons was about 76 years old, and had been in poor health for a long time. His wife is also feeble, and it is supposed that the worry and confinement to his home occasioned by these conditions preyed upon his mind, until in his despondency he decided to put an end to his troubles in the only way that seemed open to him… He leaves an aged wife and several sons and daughters, most of whom are married. The sons, George H., W. F., L. E., Peter and Ed., all live in the same neighborhood, the latter two, we believe, still live at home… It is said he attempted suicide once before several years ago, but was discovered in time to save his life. That was before he came to Washington.—Creston News (Citizen)

Mr. Mike Buck, one of our best known and most respected German farmers, died quite suddenly at his home about a mile and a half north of town early last Saturday morning. The news of his death came as a shock and a surprise to most of his neighbors and friends for he was a man of robust appearance, who knew little sickness. It seems, however, that he had not recovered from a severe attack of the grip….Funeral services were held from the Lutheran church… (LCT)

A monument to be placed over the grave of Edwin Snook, who died at Peach about 15 months ago, was delivered here and taken to the Orchard Valley Cemetery Tuesday by the selling agent, C. L. Simmons, to be put in place says the Creston News. Mr. Snook was one of the prominent citizens of that settlement for many years. (LCT) **(TS in Mt View in Davenport)

A two year old child of H. E. Oberdorf, a rancher living 24 miles southwest of Odessa, was terribly burned last Saturday by coming in contact with a sage brush fire which her parents had started while clearing land. Before the flames could be extinguished all her clothing was burned from her body and her condition was indeed pitiful.—Odessa Record. (LCT)

Otis Carsten died at his home early Monday morning of typhoid fever and kidney trouble. The funeral took place Wednesday. (Reardan Column of LCT)

A sad accident occurred Sunday morning a few miles southwest of Creston, in which Miss Anna Baring, a young woman about 20 years of age, lost her life. In company with N Nelson, a well known rancher, to whom it is said she was soon to have been married, she was going for a drive. Mr. Nelson drove to the watering trough in the barn lot to water the team. Leaving her in the buggy, he stepped to the horses’ heads and removed the bit from the mouth of one of them, when they ran. Mr. Nelson was thrown down and run over in his fruitless attempt to control them, and as they ran around the barn the woman was hurled out with such force as to break her ribs and injure her internally. She died about two hours after the accident. A messenger was sent for Dr Edward, who hurried to the scene, but found it impossible to do anything. Dr Wright of Wilbur was also called, but she was dead before he arrived. Mr. Nelson is prostrated over the terrible affair, which is a great shock to all who know the families. (LCT)

June 29, 1906

Elmer F. Turner

Turner, Elmer F.: (b. 1870; d. 1906); “No Record of Burial.” (Davenport City Clerk); “Elmer F. Turner of Mondovi died Tuesday of heart trouble and was buried yesterday at Mt View Cemetery. Mr. Turner was 35 years of age and was a rural route mail carrier. The funeral services were held at the Evangelical church at Mondovi and Rev Pershall preached the funeral sermon.” (LCT: 6-29-1906) “Elmer F. Turner. Died 26 June 1906, intestate. Widow: Minnie M. Turner. Adm.: Anna Hansen (later as Mrs. Anna Gray or Mrs. H. L. Gray); Property: Lots 6, 7, and 8 in Blk 10, village of Mondovi, valued at $500, sold to Sarah Jane Turner in 1909 for $450. (1909 file) Children of Elmer F. Turner and wife Minnie, both deceased: Florence Adell, 8 yrs; Cecil Christian, 6 yrs; and Olie Beatrice, 3 yrs. Grandfather: Peter Hansen. Their grandmother, Mrs. Turner, very elderly, not able to care for these children.” (Lincoln Co Superior Court: Probate file notes of Elmer and Minnie Turner); “Mrs. Minnie Turner. White, female, widowed. Died: 2-27-1907, near Reardan, County of Spokane, WA. Birth: 6-20-1881. Age: 25 yrs 8 mos 7 days. Occupation: Household duties. Birthplace: Nebraska. Father: Peter Hansen, born Germany. Mother: Mary Schmur/Schniur, born IN. Cause of death: Typhoid fever, duration two months. Last residence: Home of parents. Undertaker: O. W. Stone of Davenport, WA. Interment: Greenwood Cemetery. H. Z. Dean, MD.” (Spokane Co Auditor: Death Return #10093); “License Date: June 5, 1900. Groom: Elmer F. Turner, 29, residing Davenport, born Iowa. Farmer. Father: George T. (sic) Turner. Mother: Sarah J. Dotson. Bride: Minnie Hanson, age 19, residing Crescent, WA, born NE. Father: Peter Hanson. Mother: Mary Schimer. Marriage: June 5, 1900, Spokane, WA. Officiant: G. E. Todd, minister, Spokane, WA. Witnesses: Maud M. Hanson, Crescent, WA; Anna S. Hanson, Crescent, WA.” (Marriage Return #2532); “Elmer F. Turner. Birth: Sept 24, 1870. Died: June 26, 1906.” (West Greenwood Cemetery, Spokane,WA.)

The sad intelligence was received here today that the Hon A. S. Melcher, of Edwall, had committed suicide. The deceased was one of the most highly respected pioneers of Lincoln County, having come to the state in 1882. He was more than comfortably well off in this world’s goods, and as far as it was known, at peace with the world and his family. He was of German descent and born in Greene County, NY, January 6, 1853. Most of his life has been employed in teaching school and farming as a side issue. In 1904, he was nominated by the republican party of this county and elected a member of the present legislature in which he served with credit. Why this rash act on his part, we are unable to say, but all regret that a useful citizen should have committed such a deed. The members of his family whom are highly thought of have the sympathy of all in the sad ending of the life of the husband and father. (Davenport Tribune)

James Alexander, whose death occurred in Spokane on the 23^rd of June, was born in Danburn County, Iowa, May 23, 1888 and was consequently 18 years of age. The first 15 years were spent in his native state, when he came with his mother, brothers and sisters to the state of Washington. They settled on a farm at Mondovi, where James worked and attended school during the winter months. He was a faithful conscientious worker at whatever duty he undertook… Within the last year, James realized that his health was failing though he never murmured not complained. But urged by the hope that lighter work might help him, he left his mother’s home and went to Spokane, where with an elder brother he was employed by the Davenport restaurant. It soon became apparent that his health still failed and as the only means of saving his life he consented to have an operation performed… James gradually grew weaker and in two days quietly passed away. His mother, brothers and sisters were notified and they with a large circle of friends followed the remains to the last resting place… (LCT)

Harrington Citizen: C. K. Morril, aged 59, died Wednesday at the Sacred Heart hospital in Spokane. Mr. Morril has been a resident of the Earl section for some years and is the father of Mrs. Wm Earl. Mr. & Mrs. William Earl and Robert Earl went to Spokane Wednesday to attend the funeral. (LCT)

The Grim Reaper has taken another of Lincoln County’s pioneers in the person of Orson Tucker, a prominent farmer living 5 miles southeast of the city. Mr. Tucker had been ill but a short time, and his sudden death from rheumatic fever was a shock to his many friends and neighbors. He was born in Yuba Co, CA, Oct 21, 1862, and came to WA in 1882, and settled in Lincoln County, and for 12 years has resided on his farm near here. He was the owner of 320 acres land and well-to-do. Deceased was a bachelor and the only near relative is a sister living in CA, who has been notified of his death. Mr. Tucker was a man of sterling qualities, a good neighbor, and his death is deplored by all. The Order of Foresters of this city of which he was a member will take charge of the funeral services. (LCT)

Mary Martha Kingan was born near Belfast, Ireland, in 1846, and came to NY in 1871, and from there to Pittsburg, PA, where she was married to Wm J Rogers in 1873. They moved to Iowa in 1876, and from there to WA in 1899 where she resided until her death, which occurred Aug 1, 1906. She leaves a husband and 7 children. Mrs. Rogers was a member of the Presbyterian church, having united with that church at a very early age, she has always been a consistent Christian, and died triumphant in the hope of eternal life… (LCT)

Albert H Burgett, age 36, was interred in the Davenport Cemetery. His wife, Mrs. Nellie Burgett, age 28, was also interred in Mt View.

Aug 31, 1906 Citizen

J. M. Medler

“J. M. Medler, manager of The Homestead, Winchester ’s paper, died from an attack of typhoid fever Friday of last week. Mr. Medler died at Lucerne , on Lake Chelan when his family were camping. He had gone up to stay a few days and assist his wife in the care of the children, who were not well, when he was attacked by typhoid resulting in death.” (Citizen: 8-31-1906)

Archie Williams, a boy, met with a violent death Saturday. Mr. Williams, the father, was hauling wheat to town and when within a short distance of Bridgeport, the rear wheel ran into a chuckhole, throwing the boy violently to the ground. Before the father discovered the boy’s disappearance, the rear wheel had passed over the little fellow’s head, which was crushed beyond recognition. The father was so grief stricken that he was unable to speak for many minutes after reaching Bridgeport, to which place he ran for assistance.

William Kirkwood, a son of Dan Kirkwood, who lives 12 miles north of Davenport, and who was taken to St. Lukes hospital in Spokane, a couple of weeks ago to be operated on for appendicitis, died there last week from the effects of the operation. His body was taken to Colfax for interment. (LCT-Friday)

P. J. Peyton died at the Sacred Heart hospital in Spokane Wednesday morning from what is reported to be heart failure caused by la grippe. The funeral services were held Monday in Spokane. Quite a number of Sprague friends attended the funeral. Until recently the deceased was one of the big land owners of this vicinity. He owned the Balfe ranch south of town which he sold last fall for a good round sum of money.—Sprague Independent. (LCT)

Mrs. Molly Witt, wife of August Witt, a well known farmer living near Sprague, died Wednesday of consumption. Mrs. Witt was well known in that locality, and had a large number of friends. (LCT)

Thomas Scanlon, who was taken to a Spokane sanitarium seriously ill on Wednesday of last week, died there Friday afternoon. His death was entirely unexpected and came as a shock here to his friends on hearing of his demise. He had been a resident of Davenport the past five years and had been engaged in tending bar until last spring when he purchased the Monogram bar of which he was proprietor when he died. He was a member of the Eagles’ lodge and members of that order went to Spokane to make arrangements for his funeral. His people who live in the east were communicated with and it was decided to ship his body to Calumet, Mich, where his brother lives. (LCT)

Mondovi item: Cal Simmons of Davenport erected two monuments in Pleasant View Cemetery, one on the grave of Mrs. Stanley, the other for George Betz. (Edit: Tombstone reads d. Dec 25, 1905 of George Betz, and d. July 11, 1905 of Mrs. Elmina Stanley.)

Typhoid fever is prevalent in the Harrington Wheat Belt, physicians having several cases under care. Only one proved fatal. Earline Graff, little daughter of Fred Graff, who lives two miles south of town, died Saturday. Others under the physician’s care are “Grandma” Cardwell, Robert Brugger and S. E. Scott. The funeral of little Earline Graff, who died from typhoid fever here Saturday, was held Monday, interment being made in the Harrington Cemetery. (Harrington News in LCT)

“Grandma” Cardwell, mother of Mrs. W. M. Miller, Thomas and Alex Cardwell of this place died at her home here Saturday after a lingering illness from pneumonia. Funeral services were held at the Baptist church Monday, Rev. I. S. Leonard officiating. Interment took place in the Harrington Cemetery. Deceased was 76 years old and a pioneer of Lincoln County. (Harrington News-LCT)

Mrs. Katherine Fraser died last Sunday at the home of her sons, R. and S. Fraser, 5 miles NW of Creston, aged 88 years and 5 months; the cause of death being natural decay. The body was shipped from here on Wednesday to her former home at Alexandria, for interment, being accompanied by her son, R. Fraser and her grandson, Archie Cameron, who were met on the way by other sons who live in Alberta, and who went on to Alexandria with them. Mrs. Fraser came west with her son and family 18 months ago, living with them in Creston until last spring, when they moved to the ranch. Six sons survive her, besides a number of grandchildren and great grandchildren.—Creston News (Citizen)

Emil Balmer drowned at Astoria, Oregon, brother of Fred Balmer and John Balmer of Edwall.

Orin J Gould, who at one time was a printer in the employ of the Lincoln County Times, died at the home of his sister, Mrs. Stratton, on Five Mile Prairie, last Thursday. Since leaving this city Mr. Gould had been employed at Sandpoint. He was 38 years old at the time of his death. Funeral services were held over the remains Tuesday of this week at the undertaking rooms of Smith & Co in Spokane. Interment was at Fairmount Cemetery in Spokane. (LCT)

Dr. R. P. Moore was called to Almira Wednesday night in consultation with Dr. Richards of that place over the little five-year old child of Cyrus Staples, who lives near there. The child died soon after Dr. Moore arrived there. This is the second death in Mr. Staples family within the last few weeks, another child dying from diphtheria about a month ago. The family has the sympathy of the entire community. (LCT)

Patrick Burns, aged 90 years, died Thursday evening at Wilbur of general debility. Mr. Burns was one of the first settlers in the Big Bend. Funeral services were held at the Catholic church Sunday. (LCT)

Mrs. Wilhelmina Fortanier, mother of Mrs. Fred Huesmann of this city, was stricken with paralysis last Friday morning and died the next evening. Funeral services were held at the German M E Church, of which she was a member, at 2 PM Tuesday afternoon and was largely attended. She was born March 16, 1845 at Osterwick, Sachsten, Germany, and was married to Robert Fortanier in 1872. Came to America in 1873 and lived in NY 10 years. In 1883 came to Lincoln County and settled four miles southeast of Rocklyn.-Lincoln County Times (Citizen)

Margaret Elizabeth Palmer, mother of N. B. Palmer of Davenport, died at Medical Lake last Sunday at the age of 59. She came from Hoopston, Illinois more than 20 years ago and had resided at Medical Lake since.

W. A. Busey was born at Greencastle, Putnam Co, Indiana, on the 20^th day of January, 1827. At the age of 21 he came to this country. After two years, he went back across the plains, again coming west in the same year to Puget Sound, serving as a guide during the Indian war under Col Keys and Major Casey. Was elected sheriff of Whatcom county, Washington, in the year 1858. He was a mine owner at the noted Orofino mines in Idaho until moving to Walla Walla in 1862, where he married Mary E. Sheets at the age of 41 years. There were born to them eleven children, seven of whom are living: Mrs. J. W. Struple of Glasgow, MT; Mrs. Joseph Fortier of Walla Walla; Nellie M. Busey of Philadelphia; Mary Busey of Govan, WA; Fred T. Busey and Allen A. Busey of Goldfield, NV; Mrs. D. W. Mills, youngest daughter of Sprague. W. A. Busey was county commissioner of Lincoln county two terms, also served three terms as state representative in the legislature. In 1895 he with his family moved to California with hopes of improving his health. Realizing very little benefit he removed to Sprague in 1903, where he lived until the time of his death, on December 17, 1906. Besides his own children, he leaves three step-children: J. R. Vent, Mrs. Emma Jones, and W. H. Vent. (LCT)

Geo Van Hook, an old soldier who has been a resident here for the past five or six years, died last Tuesday evening at his home in the west end of town. Mr. Van Hook, who was 80 years of age, was taken sick a couple of weeks ago with erysipelas which continued to spread and from the effects of which he died on Christmas Day. He came here with his family from the south and settled on a farm. About 3 years ago his wife died and he moved to town, where he has since resided. Although a southerner Mr. Van Hook fought with the North in the Civil War. Three sons and two daughters survive him. His daughters, Mrs. Ras_, who lives north of town, Mamie, and his son George were with him at the time of his death. The funeral was held yesterday afternoon from the Baptist church, Rev Sheldon of the ME church officiating. (LCT)

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LINCOLN COUNTY OBITUARIES

1906