Ionia County MI Archives Obituaries.....Gruger, Frederick Mortimer 1899
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The Portland Observer, Wednesday, March 8, 1899


Frederick Mortimer Gruger, was born in Verona, Oneida county, N.Y. April 10, 
(illegible), and departed this life Feb. 27, 1899.  He moved with his parents 
to this state in 1834 while Michigan was yet a territory and settled in Eagle, 
Clinton county. 

His early life was spent in helping to clear away the dense forest which was 
then characteristic of Michigan and in helping to make roads through the 
woods.  He also spent some time in teaching school in the county in which he 
lived.

He was married to Miss Caroline McCrumb Oct. 13, 1850, with whom he was 
permitted to live for a period of over 48 years.  After marriage they settled 
upon a farm in Eagle township, moving from that place to the village of 
Portland 22 years ago.  

He has for many years been identified with the M. E. church and was a 
consistent member until his death.  During his many years residence in this 
vicinity he has been known as an honest, upright, kind hearted man and 
consistent Christian.

Two orphan children were given a home under his roof.  He leaves a widow, two 
brothers and an adopted daughter and many friends to mourn his loss.


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