Iberia County Louisiana Archives Obituaries.....Southwell, William November 9, 1906
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 source: New Iberia Enterprise and Independent Observer. (New Iberia, La.) 1902-1944, November 10, 1906, Image 2

DEATH OF WM. SOUTHWELL.

One of New Iberia's oldest and most valued citizens, Mr. William Southwell 
passed away yesterday evening at six o'clock after a comparatively brief 
illness. The end was not unexpected, but it was hoped that the man that all 
knew and respected would conquer the illness that had siezed him, but it was 
not to be and surrounded by his children he began that journey that knows no 
ending.

Born in Wilmington, Delaware in 1832, Mr. Southwell came here about 40 years 
ago and his active brain did much to make this city what it is. An 
architect, builder and contractor, his work in those days stands today as a 
monument to his memory. The Catholic Church, the Convent and many of the 
chief structures of the former days of the city were built by him and will 
remain with us for years to come to remind us for years to come to remind us 
of the man who gave much time and thought to the improvement of his adopted 
home. He was one of the first to recognize the importance of lower Main 
Street as a residence neighborhood and for twenty three years he occupied 
the home in which he passed away.

He was a prominent mover in all the enterprises that had for their object 
the betterment of the city and at one time was a member of the City Council. 
About fifteen years ago he retired from active business life and since then 
has been living quietly surrounded by his sons and daughters and his many 
friends. Lately his health began to fail rapidly but such was his remarkable 
vitality that it was hoped his span of life would be lengthened, but it was 
not to be. He leaves two daughters and three sons, Douglas, Ralph and J. W. 
and Mrs. J. J. Forgey and Mrs. M. W. Fisher and several grand children. The 
funeral will be held from the Episcopal Church at three o'clock this 
afternoon.
  

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