Page County, Iowa obituaries
transcribed by Pat O'Dell genpat@netins.net
 
 

Gibb, William - Suicide at Northboro. The whole community in and about Northboro were greatly shocked when the news went forth that Wm. Gibb had committed suicide. No one, not even the family, have any idea why he should commit so rash a deed, for to appearances his home life was pleasant and he was very comfortably fixed financially. We learned this morning that he and his wife had gone to town yesterday, she to spend the day with her sister, and he in the afternoon, going in separate rigs, as they did not want to stay the same length of time. He purchased a small bottle of carbolic acid, and going home took it and then went to his bedroom, and when his wife returned home in the afternoon she found him lying on the bed, dead. The shock was very great and she has been prostrated ever since. Her youngest son, Thomas, came in soon afterwards, and in a few minutes the near neighbors were notified.
Mr. Gibbs was about 60 years old, and was the father of four children. The two daughters are married; one lives in Tarkio and the other in Blanchard. They have two boys, one of them at home, and the youngest at Tarkio staying with his sister and going to school. Mr. Gibb was a farmer, and lived one mile northeast of town.— Shenandoah World. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Dec 17, 1907

 

Gibbs, John - John Gibbs one of the early settlers of Washington township died at his home Saturday evening. He was well known to many. PAGE COUNTY DEMOCRAT, Clarinda, Iowa, Oct 27, 1904

 

Gibson, James Patterson -

James Patterson Gibson.
James Patterson Gibson was born August 10, 1849, at Glenhope Mills, six miles from Oxford, Chester Co., Pa. He was of Scotch-Irish ancestry and at least two of his forebears served in the Revolutionary War. His father died when Patterson was twelve years of age and shortly afterward his mother with her family of four boys and one girl removed to New Wilmington, Pa., where the boys attended college and where the deceased was graduated in 1871. That year he entered Allegaheny Theological Seminary, where he graduated in 1874, after having been in Xenia Theological Seminary during the winter of 1872-73. Mr. Gibson was licensed to preach in 1873 by Monongahela Presbytery and preached during that summer vacation at the congregation of Troy and Southfield, Oakland County, Mich. Upon his graduation he was called to the pastorate of these congregations and thither he went immediately after his marriage to Miss Annetta Flemming on April 8, 1874. After serving these charges for ten years, Mr. Gibson, at the request of the Presbytery, removed to Bad Axe, Huron Co., Mich, to do much needed home missionary work in that vicinity, which a short tme before had been devasted by forest fires. Following this work he held successive pastorates at De Witt, Iowa, Chetopa, Kas., Tingley, Iowa, and Alexis, Ill., and in 1897 was appointed Financial Agent of Tarkio College at Tarkio, Mo., in which work he was engaged for five years.
Mrs. Gibson died at Tarkio in 1902 and shortly afterward Rev. Gibson was called to serve the newly organized congregation at Ft. Morgan, Colo., where during four years of most efficient work the membership grew from thirty to more than two hundred.
After leaving the work in this congregation he was assigned to home missionary work at Valley, Colo., where he built up a thriving congregation which he was obliged to give up on account of failing health. Some years were then devoted to his farm near Ft. Morgan, but at this he was not content and disregarding his physical weakness he responded to the call of his heart and in January, 1914 took up the pastorage work at Henburn, his most decided success. The small congregation took new heart under his ministry, the membership has almost doubled, and in recent months they have built a fine new church which was dedicated practically free of debt May 7, 1916. This may well be considered the crowning effort of Rev. Gibson's life, and we know that he was thoroughly ready for the sudden call of death, which came to him May 26, 1916, at Clarinda hospital, where he had gone for a few days' rest.   The deceased is survived by Margaret McCool Gibson, wife; Rev. J. H. Gibson, pastor at Plainfield, Ill., a brother; Mrs. Rev. J. H. Brown, Monmouth, Ill., a sister; W. J. Gibson, Esq., of New York City, N. Y., a brother; and his five children, namely: Mrs. C. F. H. Mills of Lincoln, Neb., Mrs. A. L. Martin, Mrs. R. M. Work and Miss Emma Gibson all of Ft. Morgan, Colo., and James Gibson, Jr., of Los Angeles, Calif, and besides these a faithful and devoted congregation at Hepburn and hosts of friends throughout the community and the church at large. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Jun 1, 1916

DEATH CLAIMS REV. J.P. GIBSON

Came From His Home at Hepburn to Spend the Day at the Killingsworth House.
STRICKENED WITH HEART DISEASE SATURDAY MORNING.
Had Intended to Return Home That Night—On Account of His Condition the Doctor Insisted He Remain the Night.
The Reverend J. R. Gibson, pastor of the United Presbyterian church at Hepburn, honored and respected by a host of friends and acquaintances passed from this earthly home to the final reward of all God-loving, God­fearing men, on Saturday morning, at 7:30 o'clock.
Death came very suddenly to Rev. Gibson. He, with his wi£e, had motored down Friday morning to spend the day at the home of Dr. Killingsworth. The two men had had a very good visit during the day, but Rev. Gibson complained to the doctor that he was not feeling the very best and mentioned that during the trip in the car he felt several times like he could not stand the speed the car was traveling, but did not want to complain for fear that his wife would think his condition was more serious than it was and he did not want to frighten her. As the afternoon drew on the Reverend told the Doctor that he guessed he would go back that night, but Dr. Killingsworth told him he had better remain, and just as a matter of form he reached and felt the pulse t»f Rev. Gibson and was surprised to find that it was very low, and then he Insisted that the
Reverend spend the night with them as he was in no condition to make the trip; this he finally agreed to do. The Doctor and himself sat on the veranda in the evening, and had a very sociable time, and the Reverend retired feeling very much better. In the morning he was not feeling well and his wife arose and told him to remain in bed and she would have the doctor come up and see him, but before the doctor could arrive he had given a gasp and when the doctor arrived he found that life was extinct.
The remains were removed to the Harmon Funeral Home, and services will be held in the United Presbyterian church at Hepburn, where he has been pastor for the past two years. Rev. W. C. Williamson, officiating, he having made the trip from Cleveland, Ohio, where he was attending the general conference of the United Presbyterian church. Interment will be made in the family lot at Tarkio, Mo. [same obituary was written here as is above in the CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Jun 1, 1916] PAGE COUNTY DEMOCRAT, Clarinda, Iowa, May 30, 1916


Rev. James Patterson Gibson, pastor of the United Presbyterian church at Hepburn, died suddenly in Clarinda last Friday morning, May 25, 1916, of heart trouble. He and Mrs. Gibson had come from Hepburn the previous evening in an automobile, and expected to return to that place the same night. Having some time to spend here they went to the Kennelworth hospital, to visit Dr. and Mrs. D. H. Killingsworth, old friends. Mr. Gibson had been subject to attacks of the heart for many years, and while in the vicinity of the hospital, and at that institution, Thursday eveing, suffered renewed attacks of that organ.   Dr. Killingsworth assisted Mr. Gibson Thursday evening, and found his pulse giving only thirty-eight beats to the minute. The doctor told Mr. Gibson that it would not do for him to return to Hepburn that night, and prevailed upon Mr. and Mrs. Gibson to remain at the hospital   over   night.   The next morning Mr. Gibson got up about 7:30 o'clock, but because of the condition of his heart was unable to raise his hands to his head to comb his hair, so requested his wife to comb it for him.   About this time he started to fall and his wife caught him to hold him up.   His wife then called for help and   Dr.   Killingsworth   quickly responded, but it was found that Mr. Gibson had expired.     The remains were taken to Hepburn, Friday, and later    to Tarkio, Mo., Mr. Gibson's former home city, where the funeral was held Tuesday, conducted by Dr. J. A. Thompson, pastor of Tarkio college, and Dr. W. C. Williamson, pastor of the United Presbyterian church of Clarinda,    Mr. Gibson formerly was financial agent of Tarkio college for about ten years.   He lived in Colorado for awhile, but was obliged to leave there on account of his health. He was pastor of the United Presbyterian church at Hepburn for between two and three years before his death, and had arrangements made to conduct services there Sunday, May 28. A church notice bearing his name, in The Journal last   Thursday, closed with the sentence:   "We want to start work up in full swing next Sabbath." How little man can tell what is before him!   Mr. Gibson is survived by his wife, four daughters, and one son. The children  are  Mrs.  Bessie  Martin of Fort Morgan, Colo.; Mrs. Mabel Mills of Lincoln, Nebr.; Mrs. Roberta Work and Miss Emily Gibson of Fort Morgan, Colo., and James Gibson of Los Angeles, Calif.    Mr. Gibson was an able man and most highly respected by those who knew him.  Dr. Killingsworth, who   knew   him   for about twenty-five years regarded Mr. Gibson good a man as ever lived. CLARINDA JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Jun 1, 1916

 

Gibson, John - John Gibson was born August 22, 1843, and died Nov 3rd, 1918, at the age of 75 years, 2 months, and 12 days. Burial took place at the Clarinda cemetery Monday afternoon at 3 o'clock, Rev M.M. Cable officating at the services. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Nov 7, 1918

John N. Gibson, one of Clarinda's aged residents, passed away at his home in east Clarinda Saturday. He was an old soldier, and had retired from active life for some time. He was born in Illinois, on Aug. 22, 1843, and at the time of his death was 75 years, 2 months and 12 days of age. He is survived by a wife and several children, and also a number of grandchildren. Burial took place Monday, Nov. 4th, at the Clarinda cemetery. PAGE COUNTY DEMOCRAT, Clarinda, Iowa, Nov 7, 1918


John Gibson.
John Gibson died at his home on East Chestnut street, Saturday, Nov. 2, 1918. There were services at the grave in the Clarinda cemetery, Monday at 3 p. m., conducted by Rev. M. M. Cable. Mr Gibson left a wife and several children.  He was a veteran of the civil war. CLARINDA JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Nov 7, 1918

 

Gibson, William -

Blanchard.

Sept. 4.— A large number from here went to Westboro, Mo., Monday afternoon to attend the funeral of William Gibson who died at St. Joseph, Mo., at a hospital after having been operated on for appendicitis, Wednesday, from which he was not able to recover. This was a terrible shock to his relatives and many, friends as he was not taken ill until Tuesday evening. He leaves a wife, a daughter and son, mother, Mrs. M. Gibson, four brothers and five sisters besides several relatives and many friends to mourn their loss. CLARINDA JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Sep 13, 1917

 

Gifford, David - John W. Strickler, of Wilcox, Nebr., brought to this county the remains of his father-in-law, David Gifford, and laid them to rest in the cemetery at Page Center. Mr. Gifford died at the home of his daughter in Wilcox. Mr Strickler returned home Tuesday. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Sep 7, 1911

 

Gifford, Joanna N. Bailey

A Mrs. Gilford, living near Page Center, died yesterday morning after a lingering illness of several months. The funeral was held from the Page Center M. E. church this morning, conducted by Rev.Harvey, of Yorktown, and interment, was in Summit cemetery. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Nov 27, 1903

Gifford, Joanna N. Bailey

Miss Joanna N. Bailey was born in Madison County, Ind, June 17, 1838, near the city of Indianopolis; she departed this life Nov 25, 1903, aged 65 years, 5 months and 8 days. When she was about fourteen years old she moved with ber parents to Hancock County, Ill. In 1852 she was converted at a camp-meeting in Henderson County, Ill., and united with the United Brethren church, being a consistant member of that church twenty-one years. Miss Bailey was married to Mr. Daniel Gifford, formerly of Pennsylvania, Feb. 10, 1859.
In 1873, Mr. and Mrs. Gifford, With three children moved to Page County, Iowa., locating north of Yorktown: from there they moved to Page Cen- ter, there being no Uatted Brethren church at Page Center, she united with the M. K church, living a de- voted member of that church twenty- nine years, having been a professoP of religion fifty-one years.
—To this union four daughters were born. The oldest daughter, Ella, died at the age of five years. The third, Mrs. Francis Shearea, died at the age of twenty-three years. Two daughters are still living, Mrs. Martha J. Gorden, of Lake Port, Cal., and Mrs. Ida Strickler, of Page Center.                                 
There are sixteen, grandchildren living; one step-daughter in Illinois. Two brothers are living one in Illinois, who are present at the funeral, one brother in Florida. She was taken sick June 5, 1903 and passed the remainder of her days, five months one day in bed; at times the pain she suffered was very severe; she was patient with it, sweetly resigned her faith in God strong.
The funeral took place at the Page Center M.E. church, Nov 27, at 11 a.m. conducted by the pastor of the M.E. church of Yorktown. The remains were laid to rest in the Summit Cemetery. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Dec 1, 1903

 


Gilchrist, Mary -

Miss Mary Gilchrist
Word was received in Clarinda last week of the death of Miss Mary Gilchrist. Miss Gilchrist was a sister of John Gilchrist who lived m Clarinda for many years and with whom Miss Gilchrist made her home for some time. About four years ago Miss Gilchrist entered the Home for Aged Women in Wilkinsburg, Pa , where she has since been living. Letters received lately have been so full of cheer and told of her pleasant surroundings and kind friends. For many years Miss Gilchrist taught school but was obliged to give up her profession as her sight became defective and she finally became blind. Her many friends will be extremely sorry to hear of the death of this good woman. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Mar 4, 1920

 

Gile, Sallie Beery -

Mrs. Sallie Gile. The Advocate, a religious newspaper devoted to the affairs of the Church of God, reports the death of Mrs. Sallie Gile in Mercer county, Ohio. She was the aunt of J. D. Beery of Shambaugh. She was one of a family of nine daughters and three sons, all of whom died before she passed away. The obituary in The Advocate, signed by S. F. Bauders, was as follows:
"Mrs. Sallie Gile, daughter of Christian and Elizabeth Beery, was born in Fairfield county, Ohio, March 6, 1829, and departed this life Nov. 6, 1921, aged 92 years and 8 months. In 1849, on Feb. 2d, she was united in marriage to Jesse Gile, which, union was blessed with eight children, five of whom survive. Her husband preceded her in death fifty-one years ago. Most of her life since her marriage had been spent in Mercer county. About 1853 she found peace to her soul at a revival meeting held in her father's house, conducted by Rev. Frederick Kump, and was baptized, and she, with ten others, at that time organized the Beery Church of God. Sister Gile is the last one of those charter members. She died in the faith as she lived in the faith. The funeral was conducted by the writer, assisted by Revs. Turner and Hermon." CLARINDA JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Dec 15, 1921

 

Giles, Arnilda Jane How - Arnilda Jane How was born Nov. 19, 1850 and died at her home near South Omaha Dec. 21, 1910 aged 60 years, 1 month and 2 days. She was married Dec 17th, 1870 to Josesh Giles of South Omaha. To this union were born five children three survive her, one son Robert Giles of South Omaha, Mrs. Lizzie Okeefe of Spaulding, Nebr. and Mrs. Mary Boiserre of Santiago, Calif. Two sons died in infancy. She was a daughter of the late Alexander How, and a sister of the How brothers of Elmo. She died of cancer, in the hospital at South Omaha and was buried in St. Marys Cemetry. Serman by Father Mucceum. She was a kind and loving mother a devoted wife and was loved by all who knew her. She died in faith. A good woman is gone. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Jan 12, 1911

 

Giles, John Lyon - Mr. John L. Giles died at his home in west Clarinda yesterday morning, Jan. 30. 1901, at 1:30, Mr. Giles was one of the old settlers of this county and well known to many citizens. For the past three years he has been confined to his home and a great sufferer from a complication of diseases. He was in the 73rd year of his age. The funeral was held at 11 o'clock this morning, conducted by Rev. IlgenFritz, and the remains interred in the cemetery at Old Memory. PAGE COUNTY DEMOCRAT, Clarinda, Iowa, Jan 31, 1901

John Lyon Giles was born at Basking Ridge, Somerset county, New Jersey, Feb. 22,1827, died at his home on 19th St, Clarinda, Iowa, at 1:30 a. m., Jan. 30, 1901, age 73 years, 11 months, 8 days.  Mr. Giles was married June 20th, 1848 at Mt. Gilead, to Miss Susan Merrick, a native of Harrison county, Ohio.  About the year 1854 they moved to Iowa and settled in Mahaska county, near Oskaloosa, where he engaged in farming.  In 1867 he moved to Page county and engaged in farming again.  A few years later he sold his farm and engaged in the livery business which he followed successfully for 22 years, when owing to ill health he sold out barn and stock, thinking a few mouths rest would enable him to regain his former good health, but alas, in this he was disappointed, for during the last three years of his life he has been an invalid. On the 14th of September he received a stroke of paralysis which affected his right side, from that day until his death he was in a helpless condition. During his sickness he was one of the most patient and non-complaining, appearing to be resigned to his fate. They have had four children. Joanna is the wife of William Wamsley, now residing 5 miles east of Clarinda. George M., residing near Asherville, Kansas, Florence E. is the wife of John H. Reeves, residing near Guss, Taylor county, Iowa. And John F., who died at the age of 3 1/2 years. Mr. Giles was converted at the age of 15 years and united with the M.E.church. For many years after he grew up to manhood he took a very active part in the church and Sabbath School, serving as class leader, superintendent etc. He expressed himself quite freely many times as having no fears of the future, which to his friends is a great comfort, for his sufferings were intense,   especially the last four months.  He was a kind and affectionate father and husband and always provided well for his household. His death was triumphant.  Being an old settler in the county he was well known and his many friends extend their sympathy to the bereaved wife and children.  Funeral services were conducted Thursday morning at the home by his pastor, Rev. IlgenFritz, after which the remains were taken to Old Memory for burial. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Feb 1, 1901

 

 

 

Giles, Susan Merrick -

Susan Merrick was born in Harrison county Ohio, May, 24th 1826, died at the home of her daughter, Florenda Reeves, near Asherville, Kan., at 1:30 p. m. May 23rd 1909, aged 82 years, 11 months 23 days,   was married to John L. Giles at Mt. Gilead, Morro[w] county, Ohio, June 20th 1848.   To this union were born four children, John Fletcher, who died at the age of 3 1/2 years; the other three survive her, Joanna Wainsley, Clarinda,  Iowa, Florenda Reeves, Asherville, Kansas, and G. M. Giles, Belvit Kansas.   She united with the Methodist church at the age of 15 and remained a consistent member until death.    Her husband preceded her 8 years 3 months 23 days. Since that time she has been making her home with her children.   The remains were brought to her daughter's near Clarinda, Iowa, where the funeral services were conducted by Rev. Abel and the remains laid to rest at Old Memory cemetery. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Jun 3, 1909

 

Gill, Able - The death of Mr. Able Gill of Corning, Iowa, took place in that city last Sunday afternoon about six o'clock. Mrs. C. E. Bullock of this city is a daughter.   Mr. Gill was 69 years old and leaves eight children to mourn the loss of a father.   All but one daughter were with him at the time of his death.   The funeral was Wednesday afternoon and interment in the Corning cemetery. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, May 28, 1914

 

Gill, Everette -

PROBING DEATH OF INMATE
About two weeks ago, Everette Gill, a veteran of the World war was sent to the state hospital from Villisca, and although he was not ill at the time, died a few days after coming to the institution. The body was returned to the mother at Villisca and the cause of the death reported as hemorrhage of the brain. The mother noticed black and blue marks about the forehead and over an eye of deceased and has started an investigation to find out what caused them. Atty. Oscar Wenstrand of Red Oak has been engaged in the case. The hospital authorities were asked over the phone by a Democrat reporter Tuesday if there was anything new in the case, but could get not information bearing on it. PAGE COUNTY DEMOCRAT, Clarinda, Iowa, Aug 5, 1920

 

Gillespie, William

Grandpa Gillespie, living west of Page Center, died last Wednesday week and the funeral services were held at Page Center Thursday afternoon conducted by Rev. Mumford. He was over 90 years of age and had been a Page county resident for a number of years. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Oct 16, 1903

 

Gillett, Anna - Villisca Review:—Messrs. B. P. and Ed. English left Tuesday morning for Hutchinson, Kas., to attend funeral of their sister, Mrs. Anna Gillett, who died while visiting in Denver Monday morning. Her home was in Colorado Springs. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Nov 1, 1901

 

Gillett, Emma May Cornell -

Emma May Gillett was born in Liberty township, Jefferson county, Iowa, Sept, 28, 1877, and died at her home   near  Clarinda,   Iowa on Jan.   25,    1905.    She   was married to Loren E.  Gillett May 28, 1902.  To this union was born a son.   The babe was   about   three weeks old at the time of the mother's death.
Mrs. Gillett grew to womanhood in the county of her birth. About seven years before her marriage she went to the home of her grandparents to assist in the care of these aged persons.
While in this home she attended the public and high school ai Fairfield, and spent four years in school at this place. During her stay with her grandparents her kindness and fidelity greatly endeared her to them. After her marriage she went with her husband to the vicinity of Clarinda and there resided on a farm until the time of her death.
Mrs. Gillett was a very kind hearted woman, kind and affectionate to everyone. She became a christian and united with the M. E. church about nine years ago, and when she removed to Clarinda she took her church certificate with her and united with the church at her new home.
Her remains were brought here for burial and the funeral was conducted at the home of her father, Mr. Geo. Cornell. Friday at 1 o'clock p. m., and she was interred in the beautiful Fairfield cemetery. Rev. C. Springer assisted by Rev Rowlingson officiated.
The babe is in the care of Mrs. Gillett's mother, and the sorrowful husband returned to his Clarinda home —Jefferson County Republic - CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Feb 7, 1905

 

Mrs. L. E. Gillitt, who lived about five miles northeast of Clarinda, died at her home Wednesday night. She left an infant baby about three weeks old. Her body was shipped to Fairfield, la., last night at 5:35, accompanied by her husband and mother. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Jan 27, 1905

Mrs. L. E. Gillett died at her home near Hawleyville, Jan. 2, after a brief illness. She leaves a husband and an infant babe about two weeks old to mourn her death. PAGE COUNTY DEMOCRAT, Clarinda, Iowa, Feb 2, 1905

 

Gillette, Harriett M. - Mrs. Harriett M. Gillette died in Shenandoah, Thursday, Dec 11,1919, at the age of 95 years. She was the oldest woman in that city at the time of her death. Her husband served in the Civil war. She was devoted to the cause of woman suffrage.  CLARINDA HERALD, Dec 25,1919     

            

Gillette, Jane -

Mrs. Jane Gillette, formerly for many years a resident of Page county and Clarinda, died at 6:30 Saturday evening, March 6, at the Christian Home at Council Bluffs where she had found refuge since leaving this city about six months ago. The body was brought to this city for burial, the funeral being conducted Tuesday afternoon at Oates' undertaking parlors. Mrs. Gillette is survived by no near relatives, but many friends will mourn her death. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Mar 11, 1909

 

Gillihan, J.H. - J. H. Gillihan died at his home in Colfax township, Saturday. Jan. 11, 1902. Jack was among the first settlers in that part of the county, and was one of our most upright and honorable citizens— honest and generous to a fault. In his death the family lose a faithful husband and father, and the community a trusty and respected friend. The funeral took place Monday, conducted by Rev J. B. Bartley of Shenandoah. A good old man has gone to his long home in the unknown beyond. PAGE COUNTY DEMOCRAT, Clarinda, Iowa, Jan 16, 1902

 

Gillihan, J.L. -

Wm. Montgomery and J. L. Gillihan met an awful death at St. Joseph, Monday morning, by being burned to death in a freight car.   It is said they had loaded a freight car with household goods preparatory to shipment to Oklahoma where they were to engage in farming.  In order to protect articles in the car from freezing, they put a gasoline    stove    in    the    car and went     to      bed      Sunday night near   by    it.     About   six o'clock next morning a switch engine backed some freight cars against theirs and upset the stove.   In an instant the car was all ablaze, and they were unable to get out on awaking.   The railroad men turned on the hose and extinguished the fire but the two men were dead. Mr. Gillihan was almost cremated, but Mr. Montgomery had wrapped himself in blankets and was easily recognized. Mr. Montgomery had railroaded for years, formerly in this city, and was a son-in-law   of    Mr.  and    Mrs. N. J.    Calhoon.    Mr.    Gillihan lived for  years   down   near Coin. Mr.    Montgomery's    remains were brought to this city and his family at Kansas City notified of his death. The funeral took place   yesterday. Mr. Gillihan was buried at Coin about the same time. PAGE COUNTY DEMOCRAT, Clarinda, Iowa, Dec 27, 1906

 

Gillihan, John -

The sad news reached this city Saturday from Blanchard that John Gillihan had committed suicide Friday by shooting himself through the brain, causing instant death, at the home of his sister, Mrs Chas. Hite, north of that town. Poor health is said to have been the cause, as for nearly a year he had suffered from typhoid fever and rhumatism. He was 53 years old, but never married, having lived with his mother near Coin.    The  funeral took place Sunday. PAGE COUNTY DEMOCRAT, Clarinda, Iowa Aug 18, 1904

 

Gillihan, Katherine - The Coin Gazette records the death of Mrs Katherine Gillihan at that place, in the 77th year of her age. She was the wife of the late Mr J.H. Gillihan, and the couple located in that vicinity in the early days of Page county, long before the town of Coin was established and in fact while that whole section of country was almost a barren prairie. They were among the highly respected people of the county and had warm friends to the extent of their acquaintance. PAGE COUNTY DEMOCRAT, Clarinda, Iowa, Apr 5, 1906

 

Gillihan, Stephen Alexander "Zannie" -

Stephen Alexander Gillihan was born on a farm two miles southeast of Coin, la., on Dec. 26th, 1896 and died at the Kennelworth hospital on April 3rd, 1919.
He was the only son of a family of five children, leaving four sisters, Helen, Irene, Ruth and Catherine, to mourn his loss. Zannies cheerful disposition made him a friend of everyone.
In the recent war, it was a source of great dissapointment to him that he was rejected from military service on account of his physical inability. His unselfish nature made him willing to sacrifice his pleasures for the joy of others. During his last hours he thought of his loved ones, who were absent from his bedside and sent his farewell to them.
Zannie was a devoted son and brother and his early death at the age of 22 years has left a vacancy in the home which never can be filled and has cast a sadness over the lives of bereaved relatives and friends, who mourn his untimely death. PAGE COUNTY DEMOCRAT, Clarinda, Iowa, Apr 17, 1919

 

Gilliland, Lizzie Quinn - Many people of Clarinda will be saddened with the news of the death of Mrs. Lizzie Gilliland of near Superior, Nebr., which occured Tuesday, June the 11th. The death was caused from severe gatherings in the head and was very sudden as she had been sick less than three days. Mrs. Gilliland was a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Harvey Quinn who lived in this city some years ago. She leaves two children, one, a little boy five years old and a little baby eighteen months of age. The grandmother, Mrs. Quinn will take the children. Mrs. Gilliland is also survived by three brothers, J. S. Harvison of this city was her uncle. CLARINDA JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Jan 25, 1917

 

Gillispie, Dave - Uncle Dave Gillispie was born in Booneville, Pa., Jan. 4th, 1835, and died at his home southeast of Braddyville May 30th, 1921, aged 86 yaers, 4 months and 26 days. At the age of 16 he moved to Illinois, where on June 6th, 1885, he was united in marriage to Martha J. Griffey. To this union 8 children were born, 4 of whom preceded him to the better land. Three sons, Fred, William and Ira, one daughter Sadie and his aged wife, also fifteen grandchildren and eleven great grandchildren and a host of relatives and friends are left to mourn their loss.
Dave Gillispie was the last survivor of nine children. He was one of the oldest residents of this section of the country, having lived in Nodaway County, Mo., since 1872, more than fifty years, and was known as an honest, upright man, and by his integrity he had accumulated a large amount of this world's goods. His death was quite sudden, he having just returned from the barn, and having told his daughter Sadie to get dinner, he passed into an adjoining room. He sat down, and in a few minutes they found him unconscious, never recovering consciousness.
The funeral services were held at the Prairie Temple Church, Wednesday morning at 10 o'clock, June 1st.
They were conducted by Rev. M. A. Kerr of Union Star, Mo. His remains were taken to the Burch cemetery and laid to rest. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Jun 9, 1921

 

Gillispie, Ralph Eldon - A Sad Accident
Ralph Eldon Gillispie, son of Mr. and Mrs. Vernard Gillispie, who live southwest of Red Oak, was struck by a passing auto Sunday morning and instantly killed.
The Gillispie family had started to church af Salem church Sunday morning and had stopped at the Frank Gillispie home, driving their car to the side of the road. All had got out of the car and when they returned to get into the car, little Ralph became impatient to get in and started around the back of the car to get in from the other side. As he came around the back of the car he was struck by the car driven by Jim Cox. who was passing just then.
The fender of the Cox car struck the little fellow between the eves and crushed his skull and broke his neck.
Coroner Sellergren of Stanton, was called and examined the body and went over the ground but decided: that an inquest was not necessary.— Red Oak Sun. PAGE COUNTY DEMOCRAT, Clarinda, Iowa, Sep 27, 1917

 



Gillispie, Verney - Verney Gillispie formelry of this vicinity but now living near Red Oak died at his home Sunday from pneumonia. CLARINDA JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Dec 12, 1918

 

Gillmor, George A. -

Universal sorrow was felt in Clarinda last week when it was learned that George A. Gillmor had passed away Friday evening. He had been critically ill since the previous Sunday, pneumonia being the immediate cause of his death. About Christmas time he suffered a severe attack of throat trouble from which he recuperated sufficiently to be about town, but was again taken ill, from which illness he did not have the strength to recover. The late Mr. Gillmor was the son of Rev. and Mrs. D. W. Gillmor. He was born in Creston, living there until a few years ago. He was married to Miss Helen Hurlbut, daughter of E. E. Hurlbut, formerly of this city, but now of St. Joseph, Mo. Much of the time since their marriage, Mr. and Mrs. Gillmor have resided in Clarinda, where Mr. Gillmor was a pharmacist in the store of the Hawley Drug company and later in the Joe Anderson drug store. For some time he has been traveling salesman for the McCord-Norton Shoe company of St. Joseph, Mo., of which his brother-in-law, T. F. Norton, is one of the company. The late Mr. Gillmor is survived by his wife and two small children, Sarah Jane and Hurlbut; his parents, Rev. and Mrs. D. W. Gillmor, who have been making their home with Mr. and Mrs. Gillmor in Clarinda; by his sisters, Mrs. Grace Dillingham of Norfolk, Va., and Mrs. R. D. Morris of Red Oak, and by his brothers, Dr. B. F. Gillmor of Red Oak, H. D. Gillmor of Washington, D. C, and R. E. Gillmor of New York city. In attendance at the funeral were Dr. and Mrs B. F. Gillmor and Dr. and Mrs. R. D. Morris of Red Oak, also Mrs. Gillmor's sister, Mrs. T. F. Norton and Mr. Norton, of St. Joseph, Mo., and her father, E. E. Hurlbut. The pleasing personality and sunny disposition of Mr. Gillmor will live in the memory of those who knew him. He was a particularly capable and gifted man along a number of lines. He was a member of the Presbyterian church of the city. Services were held at the Gillmor home on West Washington street, Monday morning, Jan. 12,1920, at 10:30. They were conducted by Dr. W. C. Williamson, pastor of the United Presbyterian church, of which church Mrs. Gillmor is director of the choir. The floral offerings were very profuse and beautiful, silent tributes to the memory of Mr. Gillmor. The pallbearers were Homer S. Stephens, A. B. Loranz, Walter E. Anderson, W. S. Richardson, M. C. Waterman and Dr. R. J. Matthews. Burial was in Red Oak, the relatives who were here accompanying the remains to that place on the noon train immediately after the funeral. Prayer was offered at the grave in Red Oak by Dr. Eddy, pastor of the Congregational church of Red Oak. CLARINDA JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Jan 15, 1920

BURIED IN RED OAK

Red Oak Sun: George Gillmor, former resident of.Red Oak, died Friday, Jan. 8, at his home in Clarinda from pneumonia, after sickness of about three weeks. The remains were brought here for burial Monday, funeral services having been held at Clarinda, and a short service being given at the grave here. George Gillmor was born in Creston, May 18, 1890, and was married in 1912 to Miss Helen Hulburt, of Villisca. He is survived by his wife and two children of Clarinda, his parents, and the following brothers and sisters: Dr. B. F. Gillmor and Mrs. R. D. Morris of Red Oak; Mrs. A. C. Dillingham, Norfolk, Va.; R. E. Gillmor of New York; H. G. Gillmor of Washington, D. C. Deceased formerly worked for the Artz Drug Co, and the Red Cross Drug store in Red Oak, afterward engaging in the drug business in Clarinda. He was a traveling salesman at the time of his death.     PAGE COUNTY DEMOCRAT, Clarinda, Iowa, Jan 22, 1920

 

Gillson, Fred's BABE -

Mr. and Mrs. Fred Gillson of north Clarinda were called to mourn the death of their little one year old babe Monday, April 15, 1901, from eczema. The funeral took place from the home yesterday at 10 o'clock. PAGE COUNTY DEMOCRAT, Clarinda, Iowa, Apr 18, 1901

 

Gilmore, J.T. - GILMORE DIES OF PARALYSIS
J, T. Gilmore passed away at his home on W. Washington street Wednesday morning about two o'clock, as the result of a stroke of paralysis which he suffered Sunday. He is survived by his wife and two brothers, one who lives in St. Louis, Mo., Mr. Gilmore was employed as salesman for a casket house in Chicago. Until they moved to Clarinda, Mr. and Mrs. Gilmore lived at Auburn, Nebraska, and also at Oskaloosa, la., which was Mr. Gilmore's native city. He is well known to Clarinda people, having lived here some time, and Mrs. Gilmore was before her marriage Miss Abbie Keener.
The funeral is to be held tomorrow afternoon, but the exact time has not yet been set.
Mr. Furlong of Auburn, Nebr., who was a close friend of Mr. Gilmore, arrived in Clarinda this noon. PAGE COUNTY DEMOCRAT, Clarinda, Iowa, Jan 2, 1919

John Thomas Gilmore was born March 9, 1859 at Tranquility, Ohio. In 1876 the Gilmore family moved to Iowa settling first in Eddyville. Two years later they moved to Oskaloosa, where the family home has since continued to be. The father was a United Presbyterian minister, and for many years preached in Oskaloosa. Mr. J. T. Gilmore was married to Miss Abigail Keener, June 9th, 1919, here in Clarinda. Their first home was in Oskaloosa. Then they lived in Auburn, Nebr., and two years ago came to Clarinda to make this their home. For twenty seven years Mr. Gilmore was a traveling salesman for the F. H. Hill Casket Co. of Chicago. Four years ago he took a similar position with the Chicago Casket Co., being associated with that firm at the time of his death. Mr. Gilmore united with the church when a young man, and since living in Clarinda has held his membership in the United Presbyterian church. He was a member of Elk Lodge No. 340 Oskaloosa also, held membership in the United Travelers Association. Mr. Gilmore was a man who loved life in all its activities, was devoted to his home and as he traveled from place to place made a host of friends. As the echoes of the New Year's bells were dying away announcing the arrival of the year 1919 Mr. John Gilmore was called from this earth to his eternal home in heaven.
The funeral services were held at the house, 322 West Washington, St., Friday, January 3rd, Rev. W. C. Williamson officiating. Rev. William son was not only Mr. Gilmore's pastor but had been a personal friend of his father. His remarks were very fitting and comforting. Mrs. George Gilmore and Miss Dorothy Pfander sang "The Lord's My Shepherd," and "Jesus, Lover of My Soul" was played on the Victrola. Owing to the extreme cold weather the services were conclued at the house, and burial made in the Clarinda cemetery. NEWSPAPER?

J. T. Gilmore Passed Away
J. T. Gilmore breathed his last Wednesday morning, at his residence 322 W. Washington Street, in Clarinda. He has been suffering for some time from acute kidney trouble, which brought on a partial stroke of paralysis Sunday evening, from which he failed to recover. The funeral services are to be held this Friday afternon at 2.30, from the residence. Mr. Gilmore has resided in Clarinda for two years past, but before that came from frequently being traveling man for the Chicago Casket Co. for this territory, in fact has been on the road selling supplies for undertakers for more than twenty five years. He leaves many friends to mourn his loss, including his wife, who before marriage was Miss Abbie Keener.CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Jan 2, 1919


John Thomas Gilmore.
The funeral of John Thomas Gilmore was held at his home Friday afternoon at 2:30 p.m. The services were conducted by Dr. W. C. Williamson, pastor of the United Presbyterian church. Mrs. G. A. Gillmor and Miss Dorothy Pfander sang, as a duet, the Twenty-third psalm. They were accompanied by Miss Janet Berry. At the close of the services a record, "Jesus Lover of My Soul," was played on the Brunswick phonograph. This particular hymn was a favorite of Mr. Gilmore's and recently he had procured a record of it sung by Alma Gluck and Louise Homer, which record was the one used. The playing of it was a very appropriate and touching tribute to the memory of Mr. Gilmore. The pall bearers were R. D. Farrens, J. P. Wenner, Bert Hess, Frank Pfander, Will Irwin, and H. E. Furlong of Auburn, Nebr. Interment was in Clarinda cemetery. The following obituary has been given The Journal:
John Thomas Gilmore was born March 9th, 1859, at Tranquility, Ohio. In 1876 the Gilmore family moved to Iowa, settling first in Eddyville. Two years later they moved to Oskaloosa, where the family home always continued to be. The father was a United Presbyterian minister, who preached for many years in Oskaloosca. J. T. Gilmore was married to Miss Abigail Keener, June 9th, 1911, here in Clarinda. Their first home was in Oskaloosa, then they lived in Auburn, Nebr., and two years ago came to Clarinda to make this their home. For twenty-seven years Mr. Gilmore was a traveling salesman for the F. H. Hill Casket Co., of Chicago. Four years ago he took a similar position with the Chicago Casket Co. with which firm he was associated at the time of his death. Mr. Gilmore united with the church when a young man and since living in Clarinda has held his membership in the United Presbyterian church. He was a member of Elks Lodge No. 340 Oskaloosa, also held membership in the United Commercial Travelers Association. Besides his wife, he is survived by two brothers, Dr. Steele Gilmore of Indianapolis, and Edwin Gilmore of Marceline, Mo. Mr. Gilmore was a man who loved life in all its activities, was devoted to his home and as he traveled from place to piace made a host of friends. As the echoes of the New Year's bells were dying away, announcing the arrival of the year 1919, John Gilmore was called from this earth to his eternal home in heaven. CLARINDA JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Jan 9, 1919

 

 

Gilmore, Mrs - Mrs. T. J. Hawthorne and Mr. W. [?.] Gilmore received a telegram Friday bringing the sad news of the death of their mother, Mrs. Gilmore, at Superior, Nebr. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Sep 11, 1908

 

Gilson, James -

The remains of James Gilson, a former resident of Page county, are to arrive in Clarinda this evening from West Plains, Mo. Burial is to be in Summit cemetery near Yorktown. CLARINDA JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Dec 25, 1921


Ginther, John W.V. -

J. W. V. Ginther died at the Lutheran hospital in St. Louis, Monday morning, May 21, 1900, where he had been some time suffering from a complication of diseases and old age, being nearly 79 years old at the time of his death. His daughter, Mrs. C. M. Stonebraker, was notified and his remains brought to this city Tuesday evening for interment by the side of his wife and two children. He was a native of Germany, and about 40 years ago emigrated to America, and soon after took up his residence in this city, which has since been his home virtually, although several years past he has been absent traveling for his health. For several years he followed the furniture business in this city. He was a member of the Presbyterian church, and also served his country during the civil war in Co. F. 23d Iowa infantry, The funeral took place yesterday at 2 o'clock at the Christian church, conducted by Rev. Clemmer, assisted by the G. A. R, Post. PAGE COUNTY DEMOCRAT, Clarinda, Iowa, May 24, 1900

John W. V. Ginther died in the Lutheran Hospital at St. Louis, yesterday morning, aged 78 years, 10 months and 17 days. A complication of bladder troubles, which he could not overcome on account of his age, was the cause of his death. He had been sick for a month, but was thought to be improving a few days ago. On Sunday, however, a message came to his only daughter, Mrs. M. C. Stonebraker, of this city, that he was dying, and yesterday morning came the word that he was dead. The body will be.brought here for burial, and funeral services will be held at the Presbyterian church, of which he was a member, at an hour to be announced later.
Mr. Ginther was born in Germany. He came to America about forty years ago and thirty-eight years ago became a resident of Clarinda, which he has since considered as his home. Here it was that he, with his wife, formerly Miss Susan Snazdale, whom he had married in 1856, reared his family of three children,—two sons and a daughter, only to lose the sons by death, and later in 1890, the wife also. None of his family is now living except his daughter, Victoria, now Mrs. Stonebraker. For several years Mr. Ginther has traveled and made his temporary home elsewhere. He was here last on June 4, 1899, and since then has been in St. Louis. Here it was that he became a member of the Presbyterian church. Here he joined the army, in Company F, 23d Iowa,.and served faithfully and well for three years. He was engaged in the furniture business here, and by industry accumulated a comfortable fortune. Here lie his children and his wife, and here it is that he himself desired to be buried.
Mr. Ginther was an enterprising and popular citizen. While he has not made his home in Clarinda for some time, his loss will be deeply felt by all his friends here, and his daughter, Mrs. Stonebraker, has the sympathy of the community in her bereavement. A brother of Mr. Ginther, Rev. John U. Ginther, who has been a Presbyterian pastor at Newark, N. J., for over forty years, has been notified, but will hardly be able to be present at the funeral. A sister is also living in Germany. Other than these Mr. Ginther had no immediate relatives.
The Grand Army Post of this city will attend the funeral services in a body. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, May 22, 1900

Dr. T. C. Smith, who is in St. Louis, was informed by telegram yesterday of the death of Mr. Ginther there, and was asked to take charge of his body and arrange for its shipment to this city. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, May 22, 1900

 


Gipe, Della May -

Death Results From Burns, Mrs. Delia May Gipe, a notice of whose injury by burning, appeared in our   issue of May 18, died Sabbath afternoon about four o'clock.
She was born September 16, 1880, in Phillips county, Kansas. She was married to Wm. H. Gipe June 14, 1899. To this union five children were born, of whom one survives, Margaret E. Gipe, aged 6 years.
Mrs. Gipe's sufferings, during the ten days she lived after she was burned, were very great. Everything that could be done for her comfort, was done by the loving hands of mother, sisters, brothers and nurse.
During her sickness she professed conversion and gave good evidence that this was genuine. She was 30 years, 8 months aad 5 days old at the time of her death.
The funeral was held at the U. P. church in Hepburn, conducted by the pastor, A. R. Munford, assisted by Rev. A. Brown, of the M. E. church.

Her husband desires to earnestly and gratefully thank all those who ministered to his wife in her sufferings and for their sympathy and kdndness. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, May 25, 1911

 

Gipson, Art -

Victim of Claude Anderson—Family Quarrel Involved, Charge.
Just before noon, Tuesday, a tragedy took place in the eastern part of this city, when Art Gipson was shot and killed by Claude Anderson.
Gipson was a colored young man, the son of Dr. W. T. Gipson. Anderson is a young white man.
It appears that for a long time there had been trouble between the Anderson and Gipson families. The affair of Tuesday is said to have involved a quarrel of words between the two men, and following the hot words the shot, it is understood, was fired by Anderson at Gipson, from a 30-30 rifle.
After the shooting Anderson fled, but was pursued and arrested, and lodged in the Page county jail. An inquest was held last evening at Harmon's Funeral Home, conducted before Coroner Roy E. Harmon. The jury was composed of David Tharp, George G. Driftmier and Charles Dege. They returned a verdict to the effect that Gipson came to his death from gunshot wounds at the hands of Claude Anderson. CLARINDA JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Mar 11, 1920