Various Obits Surnames C thru D, Hubbard Co., MN USGENWEB NOTICE: In keeping with our policy of providing free information on the Internet, material may be freely used by non-commercial entities, as long as this message remains on all copied material, AND permission is obtained from the contributor of the file. These electronic pages may NOT be reproduced in any format for profit or presentation by other organizations. Persons or organizations desiring to use this material for non-commercial purposes, MUST obtain the written consent of the contributor, OR the legal representative of the submitter, and contact the listed USGenWeb archivist with proof of this consent. Made available to The USGenWeb Archives by: Ira Benham and Darryl Hensel These are Obits donated by Ira Benham and transcibed by Darryl Hensel. OBITUARIES-- Surnames C thru D CAMPBELL At his home at Park Rapids, Tuesday evening, July 5th, James D. Campbell. James D. Campbell was born in Canada in March 1842. He came to the United States in 1866. Married Hannah Daniels at Brainerd, Minn., in 1875. He lived in Glyndon a few years and in 1882 removed to Richwood, Becker Co. where he lived until he came to this place in 1891. In April last Mr. Campbell was taken down with dropsy and since has kept to the house much of the time. Last week he was much stronger and was over town often. But Sunday he grew worse and continued to sink rapidly until Tuesday evening when he passed away. The funeral took place Thursday morning the services being conducted by Rev. F. W. Whitney of Minneapolis. Mr. Campbell was an industrious and kindly citizen. He leaves a wife and four children to mourn his loss. The sympathy of the community is theirs in their bereavement. Hubbard County Enterprise, July 8, 1892. CAMPBELL Kathryn R. Campbell, 88, of Wadena, died Friday, June 6, 1997 at the Humphrey Manor East in Wadena. She was born July V, 1908 to John and Cecilia Flynn In Park Rapids. She was united in marriage Aug.16, 1934 in Park Rapids to Dr. Dean G. Campbell. She taught school in Nevis and Park Rapids. She is survived by three sons, Don of Bemidji, John of Burnsville and Dave of Eden Prairie; two daughters, Cathy Krause of Bloomington, IL and Collen Margeson of San Diego, two sisters, Rose Wilkins of Park Rap‚ids and Ruth Cochran of Gibson City, IL; twenty grandchildren and seven great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband and one brother, Edward. Funeral: Tuesday, June 10 at 10:30 a.m. at St. Ann's In Wadena, with Father Tom Knoblach officiating. Active Casket bearers: Tom, Matt, Joe, Kevin, Casey, Jim ,Andy and Tim Campbell, Dan and Bill Krause, and Mike and John Margeson. Interment: Calvary Cemetery in Wadena. Memorials to Home Health Care Service, Tri County Hospital or St. Ann's Church All arrangements were handled by the Johnson Memorial Home In Wadena. Park Rapids Enterprise, June 1997. CAMPTON At Hubbard on the 9th ins., Mrs. Ann Eliza Campton, wife of John H. Campton, aged thirty-eight years and seven days. The deceased had been a member of the M. E. church for sixteen years. She leaves a husband, six children and a large circle of friends to mourn her loss. Mr. Campton is one of our early settlers, and has the heartfelt sympathy of a large circle of friends in his bereavement. CARD OF THANKS To the good people of Hubbard and vicinity. I tender my sincere thanks for the kindness and sympathy so freely manifested during my recent great affliction, the sickness and death of my wife. John H. Campton. Enterprise, March 16, 1888. CAMPTON Died, May 28th, a son of Mr. James Campton; aged about 9 years. Funeral services by the Rev. Wm. Denley. He had been sick a long time and suffered a great deal. Enterprise, June 7, 1883. CARY Elon Howard Cary, 86 of Park Rapids, died on Saturday November 16, 1996 at Dakota Heartland Hospital in Fargo, N.D. He was born on June 26, 1910 in Akeley, Minnesota the son of W. D. and Neva (Defenbaugh) Cary. The family moved to Park Rapids and Duluth then settled in Nevis where he grew up. Elon graduated front Park Rapids High school in 1929. He then attended the Universal School of Aviation in Minneapolis where he received his commercial pilot's license. He was united in marriage to Alma A Bergstrom on March 16, 1935 in Duluth, Minnesota. He later attended Dunwoody Institute and the Minneapolis Business College.. He worked for the Forestry Department in Park Rapids, served as superintendent of ltasca State Park and Gooseberry Falls State Park He enlisted in the Naval Air Corps in early 1942 and served as a flight and instrument instructor at several training centers until the end of W.W. II. He was then transferred to active reserves and retired in 1970 as Lieutenant Commander in the Naval Air Corps. Upon returning to Park Rapids he owned and operated a hardware store. He was the Hubbard county Veteran Service Officer and Civil Defense Director for many years. organized the local Civil Air Patrol, served on the Park Rapids School Board, and Industries for Park Rapids. He was an active real estate broker for 25 + years. In earlier years he led and directed the music and singing at his church, taught Sunday school, was deacon, among other church offices at First Baptist Church. He joined Faith Baptist Church in Park Rapids in 1986. He was also active with Gideons International. His hobbies included music, including being able to play a variety of 10 instruments. He enjoyed flying, traveling and spending time with special friends. He is survived by his wife Alma A. Cary of Park Rapids, MN; his son, Thomas (Barbara) Cary of Park Rapids, MN; 3 grandchildren Jodi , Kevin and Lacey Cary. He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother. CASEBEER The many friends of Rev. J. B. Casebeer in this community, some of whom new him in Iowa, others of whom knew him here in his visits to Park Rapids will regret to learn of his death. We clip the following from the Marshalltown (IA) Statesman, of Dec. 20th. Rev. J. B. Casebeer, a former pastor of the M. E. church in this city died Wednesday morning of paralysis, aged 53 years. He leaves a wife and two daughters, one of them being married, to mourn his loss. Mr. Casebeer was pastor here for three years, and he was universally loved and respected for his many manly and religious qualities. Enterprise, December 28, 1889. CHURCHILL Dr. J.E. Churchill, at the home of his son, C. E. Churchill, Park Rapids, Wednesday morning at 8 o'clock March 2nd 1887. Edr. Churchill was born in Middleton, Conn. in 1817. At 18 years of age he went west and settled at Ironton, Ohio, where in 1842 he married Mary Kellogg. Mrs. C's death took place two years ago last August at this place. In 1856 he again removed further west and located in southern Illinois, where he lived until 1882. In the spring of that year he removed with his sons to the Shell Prairies where he has since resided. He practiced the profession of medicine for over 40 years. As a man he was known for large heartedness and strength of character. His mind was speculative, and he took great delight in the solution of mysteries in both the natural and spiritual world. When 22 years old he received internal injuries from a vicious horse kicking him from which he never recovered, and which ultimately were the cause of his death. During the last ten years he has suffered much, being a confirmed invalid. The past year his suffering has been intense, until finally, the tired weary body succumbed to the disease and on last Wednesday morning he passed away from earth. He lived the allotted time of man. His marriage was blessed with eight children five of whom are now living, four of whom with their families are living on the prairies. The funeral took place Thursday at the schoolhouse. Rev. Wm. Denley officiating. Many friends and neighbors gathered to witness the last of earth of one of the oldest and most highly respected citizens who has lived here. Enterprise, March 4, 1887. CHURCHILL Mr. and Mrs. Albert Churchill's thirteen month old baby boy died Monday. The funeral was held Tuesday at, this place, Rev. Conard conducting the services. Enterprise, March 7, 1890. CHURCHILL Tuesday, January 18th, 1899 at his home in Seattle, Washington of indigestion and nervous disorders, Chas. E. Churchill aged 46 years. The above news received from Seattle, Wednesday by Wm. Churchill, and was a surprise to all who did not know of his sickness. The deceased was well known to all the older residents of Park Rapids. He came to this section first in 1879, and a year or two later he took up a homestead just west of what is now Park Rapids. He remained here most of the time since, and for several years was engaged in the hardware business. He was in company with Alex Denning when F. A. Fuller moved to Park Rapids and bought his interest in the hardware business. Then he moved to Seattle and has been there since. He was one of the honest and industrious men whom all respect, and all who knew him will regret his death. He leaves a wife and four children besides a brother and sister and a large number of friends. Enterprise, Jan. 20, 1899. Churchill At her home near Park Rapids, Monday, Aug. 25th, 1884, Mrs. Mary Kellogg Churchill, wife of Dr. J. L. Churchill, aged 65 years and 10 months. Mrs. Churchill came here with her husband in 1881, following their sons who had already sought the Prairies and settled here. Her health had been poor most of the time since, but her present sickness dates back to early last spring. A very severe cough began then, and though she has recovered somewhat at intervals since, she has grown weaker, and during the ten days previous to her decease she was an intense sufferer. Married in 1843, she was the mother of nine children, five of whom are still living; four sons, William, Samuel, Charles and Alfred. The funeral took place Tuesday morning, Rev. William Denley officiating. Mrs. C. was liberal in her religious views and by the testimony of her companion of many years, who still lingers this side of the river, a loving helpmate, contented, never murmuring with her lot, and fully devoted to her family. Enterprise, Aug. 29,1884. CHURCHILL Churchill. At the home of his sister, Mrs. Edwin Fox, near Park Rapids, Monday September 17th, Acil Churchill, aged fifty- seven years. Mr. Churchill has lived here for some time. He has been troubled by heart disease, which finally caused his death. He was ill but a few hours before he died, and apparently suffered little pain. The funeral was held in the union chapel Wednesday, Rev. Wm. Rice conducting the service. Enterprise, September 21, 1888. CHURCHILL E. C. Churchill Rites Wednesday Funeral services were held Wednesday, October 19, for E. C. Churchill, 76, former Hubbard County Sheriff, who died Saturday, October 15 at his home. Edward C. Churchill was born Nov. 6, 1884, at Hubbard. His parents were one of the first settlers on Hubbard prairie. In his early years he was engineer for the Conner and Wilson Logging Company. He was sheriff of Hubbard County for 24 years and Justice of the Peace for 2 years. He was married to Victoria Smith in 1947. He was chairman of the Hubbard County Red Cross; president of the Cemetery Association; member of the Peace Officers Association and a member of the Masonic Lodge. He leaves his wife; two stepsons, Harry and Charles Smith: three nieces, Lina Pierson of Minneapolis, Ruth Godsey and Vera Breider of Seattle, Wash.; two nephews, William and Robert Churchill of Seattle, Wash. He was preceded in death by his parents; a brother and three sisters. Services were held at 2:30 at Frazey Funeral Home with Rev. Edward Shannon officiating. Internment was in Greenwood cemetery. The pallbearers were Harvey Konshok, Everett Frazee, Vern Worrall, Lloyd Crook, James Johnson and Clifford Fuller. The honorary pall bearers were members of the Minnesota Peace Officers Association. Frazey Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements. Newspaper Clipping. Name of Publication and Date Unknown. CHURCHILL Ed Churchill, for several years a resident of Henrietta Township died Tuesday from heart trouble. Mr. Churchill had been subject to heart trouble for several years. He was employed in a lumber camp in Clover Township at the time of his death and his remains were brought home Wednesday. Mr. Churchill was about 50 years of age and leaves a wife and one daughter to mourn his loss. Enterprise, December 22, 1910. CHURCHILL Lola Mae Churchill, 88, of Park Rapids, died Wednesday, March 5, 1997 at St. Joseph's Area Health Services in Park Rapids. She was born Aug.24, 1910 in Park Rapids to Andrew J. and Julia (West) Bethel. She attended school in Park Rapids. Following High School, she attended 1 year of Normal Teachers training in Park Rapids. She went on to teach at multiple country schools including the Sand Lake, Lonley Valley, and Zerkel. She was united in marriage Oct.29, 1934 in Park Rapids to William A. Churchill. She at‚tended college to continue her education degree. Following college she. taught at Lake George School, Island Lake School and retired from the Laporte Schools, With over 31 years of teaching primary education she retired. She was associated with and attended the First English Lutheran Church in Dorset. She is survived by her husband; four children, Gene (Sandra) of Chisholm, MN, Jane M. Churchill, M.D. (Ron Lappinga) of Park Rapids, twins, Jack of Park Rapids and Jill (Mike) Kriens of Homer, AK; two sister in laws, Nina Churchill and Alice Bernard both of Park Rapids; five grandchildren. Preceding her in death were her parents, and five brothers and sisters. Visitation: Today (Saturday) from 1 to 2 p.m. at First English Lutheran Church of Dorset. Funeral: Today (Saturday) at 2 p.m. at First English Lutheran Church with Rev. Donald Love officiating. Mabel Ladely will be the organist and Joan Hensel will be the soloist singing "The Lords Prayer" and "In The Sweet By and By." Congregational hymns will be "0 God Our Help in Ages Past" and "Take My Life That I Might Be. Active Casket bearers : Pat Dennis, Milt Weckworth, Carl Peterson and her grandsons; Paul Lappinga and Hilly Churchill. Interment: Lake Emma Cemetery in the spring. All arrangements are being handled by the Cease Family Funeral Home of Park Rapids. Enterprise, March 8, 1997 CHURCHILL William Addison Churchill, 89, of Park Rapids died Sunday, Aug. 3, 1997 at his home in Aragon Township. He was born Nov.13, 1907 to William Churchill, Sr., and Edith (Pietz) Churchill in Emmaville, where he attended school through the 8th grade. He worked the fields in North Dakota and also logged to earn enough money to purchase his own place north of Potato Lake. He farmed his whole life, raising cattle and sheep and supplemented his farm income by working for Robertson Lumber Co. in Park Rapids. He also operated a drill in the Iron Range Mines He was united in marriage Oct. 29,1934 to Lola Mae Bethel in Bagley. He attended First English Lutheran Church of Dorset and was formerly active at Trinity Lutheran Church in Lake George. He is survived by his four children, Gene (Sandra) Churchill of Chishoim, MN, Jane M. Churchill, MD (Ron Lappinga) of Park Rapids, twins, Jack Churchill of Park Rapids and Jill (Mike) Knens of Homer, AK; five brothers and sisters, Alice Bernard of Park Rapids, Vern Churchill, Lila Buehner and Robert Churchill all of The Dalles, OR and Fran Julin of Truman, MN; one sister in law, Nina Churchill of Park Rapids; five grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, and five brothers and sisters. Visitation: T o d a y (Wednesday) from 12 to 1 p.m. at the First English Lutheran Church in Dorset. Funeral: Today (Wednesday) at 1 p.m. at the First English Lutheran Church. Interment: Lake Emma Cemetery. All arrangements are being handled by the Cease Family Funeral Home of Park Rapids. Park Rapid, Enterprise, August 6, 1997. CLAFLIN A little child of John Claflin's, of Hubbard, died Tuesday of pneumonia superinduced by La Grippe. The funeral took place Wednesday, conducted by Rev. Hamilton. Enterprise, February 7, 1890. CLAFLIN Died: At her home on First Prairie Thursday, July, 16th, Mrs. John Clafflin. Enterprise, July 17,1885. On Thursday of last week, our citizens were shocked at the announcement of the death of Mrs. Ellen Claflin, wife of John Claflin. She lived but a few hours after she was taken sick. The funeral services were conducted by Rev. Wm. Carter at 3 P. M. on Saturday. A large number of friends and neighbors were present, who with sorrowing hearts followed the remains to the cemetery. She leaves a family of small children, one a babe a few hours old. Enterprise, July 24, 1885. CLAFLIN Double Funeral Held At Backus Tuesday. Mrs. Alice Claflin of Backus aged 48 years, died Sunday at the home of her daughter Mrs. George Granger of Minneapolis where she had been for some time. The cause of death was pernicious anemia from which she had been a sufferer for many months. The remains were taken to Backus. Mrs. Claflin's grandson, Leroy, the 7 year old son of Mr. and Mrs. Harry Claflin of Margie, near International Falls, former residents of Backus, was killed at Margie on Saturday. The little fellow was walking behind a load of pulp wood when the stakes of the sled gave way and the logs rolled on to the child, crushing his head so badly that death came almost instantly. The body was taken to Backus and a double funeral was held for Mrs. Claflin and grandchild Tuesday. Internment taking place at the Backus cemetery. Mrs. Claflin was well known in this city, having spent some time in the past summer and fall at the home of her sister and husband, Mr. and Mrs. John Hinds of this city, while receiving treatment from local Physicians. She was also a sister of Charles Wright of this city and a half sister of Elmer Wright also residing here. Mrs. Claflin was a former Verndale and Menahga resident and will be remembered at these places as Mrs. Charlie Claflin. Mrs. Hinds has been with her sister the past two weeks. Mr. and Mrs. Harry Claflin and children have also visited at the Hinds home and the son who came to his untimely death was known to folks who met him at that time. John Hinds, Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Wright and Renie Claflin of this city motored to Backus Tuesday and attended the double funeral services. Newspaper Clipping. Name of Publication and Date Unknown. Jan. 27,1927 ? CLAFLIN The infant daughter of J. H. Claflin died on Friday last. Funeral services were conducted by Rev. Nelands of the M. E. church. Hubbard County Enterprise, October 23, 1891 COBB Henry Cobb and J. W. McKeen went to Minneapolis Monday called there by the death of their sister, Miss Hattie Cobb. Hubbard County Enterprise, August 12, 1892. COLE Died: Asa Cole at his farm near Osage. Jan. 19, 1892, aged nearly 82 years. Hubbard County Enterprise, February 5, 1892 CONKLIN The Death Angel entered the home of Mr. and Mrs. John Conklin last week and took their little child, aged six months. Enterprise, February 15, 1889. COREY Mrs. Fred Corey, 45, was found dead Friday morning in the chicken house at her home in Menahga. Mrs. Corey was living alone and it is thought she had been dead for about two days when found. Mr. Corey died Dec. 18, 1939 and it is surmised the intense grieving over his passing was the cause of her death. Mrs. Corey was formerly Minnie Dwire, a resident of Hubbard County, a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ed Dwire, who were pioneers in the Hubbard community. A daughter, Eunice, survives. A son died four years ago. Funeral services were conducted Sunday at the Methodist church in Menahga, burial being made by the husband and son in the Menahga cemetery. Newspaper Clipping. Name of Publication and Date Unknown. COX Mrs., C. S. Cox of Hubbard died last night at her home in Hubbard of consumption. She has been sick a long time and failed gradually and finally passed away last night. We will give further particulars later. The family has the sincere sympathy of all in this affliction. Mrs. Cox was one of the most respected ladies of the county, and we all regret that she has been called away. Enterprise, April 14, 1899. CRAIG Mrs. Susan, wife of Frank D. Craig died at her home on First Prairie after a long illness last Sunday. She left a husband and two grown up children to mourn her loss, with numerous friends and relatives. Mr. and Mrs. Craig came here last spring from Ottertail County in hopes that the change would be of benefit to MRS. C., but it proved of no avail. Mrs. Craig was 52 years of age. The funeral occurred Wednesday, conducted by Rev. William Denley. The death of Mrs., Craig has cast a gloom over the neighborhood. Mr. and Mrs. Pratt and L. V. Craig will return to Otter Tail County soon. They feel very thankful to the neighbors who assisted them in caring for their mother. Many in Hubbard County will ever be remembered with kindness by Enterprise, November 26, 1886. CRAM Albra Dana Cram was born at Merdith, New Hampshire, February 7, 1837. He married Sophia Parker, they had two children, one died in infancy, the other is George H. Cram, the Jeweler. Enterprise, Feb. 18, 1904 CRAM George H. Cram, veteran Jeweler Dies At The Age Of 81; Came To Park Rapids In 1891 George H. Cram, veteran Jeweler and pioneer resident of Park Rapids, died Sunday, March 23 at the age of 81 years and 10 months. He had been ill about ten days with complications attending his advanced age. Death occurred at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Bert Parker, with whom he had lived for many years. Funeral services were held Tuesday afternoon at the Frazey Funeral Home, with Rev. A. E. Wittrup officiating. Fellow Mason and Eastern Star members attending in a body. Internment was made at Greenwood. Pallbearers were V. E. Ryan, C. L. George, H. E. Konshok, R. R. Bartosch, A. C. Onstead and A. L. Campbell. George Henry Cram was born May 31, 1859, at Carol, New Hampshire. He was the son of Albra Dana Cram, who died in 1914 and Sofia J. Cram who died in 1909. He had one sister who died at the age of three. In 1869 the family moved to a homestead near Osakis and later into the village of Osakis. There he attended school and later was employed. He was married to Mary Jane Wraight on Dec. 25, 1883, at Sauk Centre. The couple lived at Sauk Centre for a few years, then moved to Melrose, where Mr. Cram first went into the jewelry business. They moved to Park Rapids in 1891, and Mr. Cram opened a jewelry store in the building now occupied by the Kimball and Bakke barbershop. In 1898 Mr. Cram built the structure now known as Parker's Jewelry, where he continued in business with B. E. Parker as a partner. He actively engaged in his work until his retirement on April 1, 1919. He made his home with his daughter and her husband, Mr. and Mrs. Bert Parker from 1914, after the death of his wife, until 1925, when he married Exie Pollock, who passed away in 1936. Since that time he has again made his home with his daughter. Mr. Cram was a member of Shell Lodge No. 184, A. F. and A. M., and Itasca Chapter, Order of Eastern Star. Active until the last few weeks of his life, he was known and loved by a host of friends, young and old, whom he met during the daily walks which he loved to take. His passing marks another milestone in Park Rapids history. Only survivors are his daughter and a grandson, Eldon Parker of San Antonio, Texas. Newspaper Clipping. Name of Publication and Date Unknown. March 1941 CRANDALL A little babe of Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Crandall's aged five months died suddenly Tuesday night, and was buried Thursday. Rev. E. E. Rogers conducted the funeral services. Enterprise, May 8, 1885. CRAW N. S. Craw, who was taken to the infirmary at Detroit some two weeks ago, died there last week. Hubbard County Enterprise, December 11, 1891. CUTLER Death of Mrs. Cutler The sad intelligence came Wednesday evening of the death of Mrs. C. W. Cutler. Dr. Cutler has the sympathy of many friends in this community in his affliction. The Fergus Falls Journal speaks thus of Mrs. Cutler. The community was shocked Monday morning to learn of the death of Mrs. C. W. Cutler Sunday night at about 9:30 o'clock. Mrs. Cutler had been ill two months with catarrh of the stomach. complicated with other troubles, but it has not at any time been supposed her illness would lead to a fatal result. Dr. Cutler's sister, Mrs. Libby, has been here for some time past, and she has received the tenderest care and the most devoted medical attendance, but it was in vain. Her untimely death will cause sincere sorrow, and heartfelt sympathy with her bereaved husband and family. Although she has not lived here long, her bright disposition and many loveable qualities had already made her numerous warm friends, who will feel a deep sense of personal loss in her death. She was a lady of cultivated mind and beautiful character, vivacious, intellectual an warm hearted. The parents and friends of Mrs. Cutler in Nashua, Iowa, her old home, have been notified, and the body will be interred there, leaving here Monday evening. Her name before marriage was Carrie Flint, and she resided in Iowa the largest part of her life. She was about 29 years old. She was married to Dr. Cutler in June, 1890, and came here to reside at once. Hubbard County Enterprise, February 6, 1891. CUTLER RITES WERE HELD SUNDAY FOR C. W. CUTLER, PIONEER DOCTOR Dr. C. W. Cutler, pioneer physician in Hubbard county, one of the oldest residents of this community and one of Park Rapids most esteemed citizens, died last Thursday, November 3, at St. Joseph's hospital. He was taken there last April 23, the day after he fell at his home and fractured his hipbone, and since had been hospitalized. Death came at the age of 91 years and nine months, ending a life of usefulness among his fellow men. Funeral services were conducted Sunday afternoon at the Frazey Funeral Home, Rev. J. H. Grostephan officiating. The host of friends and relatives attending attested to the high esteem in which Dr. Cutler was held. The floral offerings were banking the altar and room with fragrant blossoms which added their tribute of respect to one so universally loved and respected. Mrs. F. W. Woodward and Mrs. S. D. Harlow, accompanied by Miss Ruth Frazey at the piano sang two of the Doctor's favorite hymns, "Beautiful Isle of Somewhere" and "Will There Be Any Stars In My Crown ?" Active pallbearers were Fred Zeller, Dr. Donald Houston, Giles Harlow, Ben Haberer, E. W. Andrews and Byron Waterman. Honorary pallbearers were J. E. Flynn, Vincent Smythe, A. W. Peterson, Carl Elmblade and L. C. Enfield, who are directors of the State Bank of Park Rapids. Internment was made in the family lot in Greenwood cemetery. Charles William Cutler. son of James B. and Margaret Cutler, was born January 14, 1858 near Charles City , Iowa. He lived in Iowa until the age of twenty years. In 1880 he graduated from the Rush Medical College in Chicago. He practiced medicine in Osage, Iowa, then spent a year in Sioux City, Iowa and in 1882 came to Park Rapids. His father, with Gilbert and F.G. Rice, were founders of Park Rapids. The Doctor followed the practice of medicine here two years, then continued his studies, taking postgraduate work in Bellview medical college in New York. After graduating there he practiced in Fergus Falls two years, then returned to Park Rapids. with Joe Blood as partner, he opened what was known for years as the Cutler and Blood Drug Store, later known as Cutler's Pharmacy. Dr. Cutler was united in marriage to Pearl Manlove, August 6, 1896 in this city, which since has been his home. Dr. Cutler was one of the first commissioners for Hubbard County and was county coroner for many years. He served as city health officer until the time of his passing. What is known as "Cutler's Dairy" was his last business venture in company with his son in law A. H. Maas, who has operated that business. As one of the prominent pioneer physicians, the Doctor was ever ready to answer any calls to relieve the sick. He was a lover of horses and kept a stable in town to enable him to have a team in readiness for any emergency. Coming in from drives of many miles, he would change teams and start out on another call to a distant bedside. There are many who will remember his ministrations without enumeration Incomplete Newspaper Clipping. Name of Publication and Date Unknown. DAY HERB DAY DIES OF GUN INJURY Came To This Region In 1903 Funeral services were held Monday afternoon for Herbert Day, well known Straight River farmer who died Friday. Jan. 10 of a self inflicted bullet wound. A. E. Wittrup conducted the rites at the Frazey Funeral Home. Internment was in Greenwood cemetery. Mr. Day was born November 7, 1882, at Hartford, Michigan. He lived in Michigan until 1903 when he came to this community. On March 8, 1906 he married Pearl Ive Hackett, who died in 1927. Except for 1917 and 1918 when the couple lived in Ohio, they spent the rest of their lives in this vicinity. Six children were born to them, all of whom are living. They are Ruby, Mildred (Mrs. Ollie Becker), Vera (Mrs. H. Stephens), Marion, Ruth and Lyle. A second marriage took place in August 1931, Rosie Lamphere. from whom Mr. Day was divorced in July 1940. In October, 1940 he married Mrs. Stella Larson of Park Rapids. Also surviving are two sisters and four brothers. They are Mrs. Lena Morgan, Dalton, Michigan, Mrs. John Holcomb, Battle Creek, Michigan, William Day, Hartford, Michigan, Frank Day, Hastings Michigan, Charles Day, Nashville, Michigan and Leo Day, also of Nashville. Relatives attending the funeral services from out of town were Ruby Day of Medford, Mr. and Mrs. Harley Stephens of Minneapolis, Lyle day, of St. Cloud, Will Day of Hartford, Mrs. Jay Simpson of Culbertson, Montana, Mrs. H. W. Anderson, Bainville, Montana and Glenn Hackett of Akeley. Newspaper Clipping. Name of Publication and Date Unknown. DEFENBAUGH Mrs. Defenbaugh Of Hubbard Is Called Had Been A Resident Since 1885; Husband And Four Children Survive Another of the early pioneers of the county has been called to her reward, Mrs. Wesley Defenbaugh, highly respected lady of Hubbard township, answering the summons Wednesday of last week following an extended illness. Funeral services were held at the spacious country home Saturday, August 19, Rev. Geo. Arbogast of Mildred officiating. Favorite hymns were rendered by Mrs. Jewell and Mr. Wuffelstad. She was laid to rest in the Hubbard cemetery. Louisa Jane Beardsley was born near Union, Cass county Michigan, June 27, 1852 and died August 16, 1933, being somewhat over 81 years of age. She was the second child of a family of eleven children, thus early in life learned to care for others. When sixteen years of age her education was far enough advanced to permit her to become a schoolteacher. She remained at that work for fourteen years, attending the University of Valparaiƒ1/4so, Indiana, to further fit herself for that profession. For six years she taught in Michigan then transferred to Indiana, where she remained for many years, being employed for several years on the teaching staff of the Elkhart public schools. She also spent a year or two in Chickasaw County, Iowa. While teaching near Elkhart, Indiana, she met and married Wesley Defenbaugh, which union has extended over half a century. To them have been born Two sons and two daughters, Guy and Victor of Park Rapids, Mrs. Neva Cary of Nevis and Mrs. Gertrude Golnick of Warren. In the spring of 1885 the family moved to Hubbard prairie and took up residence on the farm that has been their home continually since. Mrs. Defenbaugh was one of the early settlers, and endured many hardships before acquiring the home she so much enjoyed. She taught school several terms in Hubbard County, and was outstanding in her ideas for right and righteousness. She united with the Methodist church early in life, and in later years was associated with the Christian Alliance church. She was an active member of the W. C . T. U. and always an advocate of prohibition. She leaves to mourn her loss her aged husband, four children, six grandchildren, one brother Otis Beardsley of Clearwater, four sisters, Mrs. Joseph Replogle, Mrs. Louis Vogtman, Miss Clara Beardsley, all of Park Rapids, and Miss Ada Beardsley of Bristol, Indiana. She realized that her days were numbered and was ready and glad to go when the summons came. Enterprise, August 24, 1933 DEFOER April 28th, at the residence of his son in Hubbard township, Joseph Defoer Sr., in his 88th year. Mr. Defoer lived and died in the Catholic faith, and as no priest was obtainable, services were omitted until some future time. The deceased was born October 18th, 1800 in Lower Quebec, Canada, where he married Lucy Tremble, by whom he had eight children, all now deceased, but two sons, John and Joseph. They served in the army of the Potomac during the rebellion a period of over two years each. In 1840 he moved to Clinton county, New York, where he resided until he came to his son's about four years ago. Upright and honest and industrious through life, he was respected by every one that knew him. Enterprise, May 11, 1888. DEFOER Archie DeFoer Dies Following Truck Crash Funeral services for Archie DeFoer, 46 year old Missoula Mont. truck driver killed on the Butte Anaconda highway were conducted in Hubbard today. The body was forwarded from Butte Monday afternoon accompanied by Mr. DeFoer's sister, Mrs. John Bush, DeFoer was crushed to death in the cab of a truck trailer when it overturned Saturday night near Gregson Springs, Mont. His cousin, Clarence Tripp, 36, is under observation there for a possible back injury. Mr. DeFoer was killed instantly when he swerved to avoid a car parked in the highway, Archie LeRoy DeFoer was born January 2, 1904 in Badora Township, Hubbard County, a son of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph DeFoer Jr. In early life he moved with his parents to Pillsbury, North Dakota where he received his education. He later lived at Deer River and two years ago went to Missoula, Mont. which has since been his home. Mr. DeFoer, who was unmarried, was 46 years old at the time of his sudden death, He is survived by his mother and step father, Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Carlson of Deer River, also four sisters who are Mrs. Violet Adams, Deer River; Mrs. Harry Flanagan, Hubbard, Mrs. Dean Adams, Pontiac, Mich. and Mrs. John Bush of Missoula, Mont. with whom he was making his home at the time of his death. Funeral services were conducted this Thursday afternoon at the Alliance church in Hubbard, Rev. Martin Eastman officiating. Burial was made in the cemetery at Hubbard. The mother and step father, also the four sisters were in attendance at the funeral, also a host of other relatives. Newspaper Clipping. Name of Publication and Date Unknown. DENLEY Entered into paradise on Friday the 29th of July 1887, Florence Elizabeth, the infant daughter of Rev. William and Mrs. M. Denley aged almost two years. "Of such is the Kingdom of Heaven." Enterprise August 5, 1887. DENLEY It was on Sunday October 16th when Rev. William Denley of Hubbard, at the age of 77 years, answered the final call, following an illness of six weeks, gangrene of the tongue being the cause of death. His faithful and devoted wife was in constant attendance at the bedside as well as the son and daughters were with him to the last. To them is extended heartfelt sympathy of the entire community. William Denley was born November 1, 1844 at Dursley, Glowershire, England. He married at Salem, Mass. on June 16, 1873, coming west 1879. He was an ordained minister of the Church of Christ denomination. In the early days he was active in Missionary work especially among the Indians and at one time was located at Dorset, being engaged in gospel work. Of late years he has made his home at Hubbard. Rev. Denley was a friend to everyone in the community, who was favored with his acquaintance. There is left to mourn his loss, the wife, a son, Thomas Denley, and a daughter, Florence McKenzie of Sharon, North Dakota. Funeral services were held from the home at Hubbard on Monday afternoon. Internment was at Greenwood Cemetery at Park Rapids. Park Rapids Journal, October 20, 1920 DENNING Mr. and Mrs. Denning have the sympathy of the community in the loss of their baby girl who died last Friday after three days of life. Enterprise, February 18, 1887. DEWALL Services Held March For Mrs. DeWall Funeral services were held Wednesday, March 14, for Mrs. John DeWall, 75, of St. James, who died Wednesday, March 7, at St. James Hospital. Anna Marie Isaacson was born March 7, 1887 at St. Paul, The daughter of Ingre and John Isaacson. She was married in 1905 to Charles W. Wilkins at Park Rapids. Mr. Wilkins preceded her in death in 1949. On June 20, 1954 she was married to John DeWall, of St. James. They made their home at St. James following their marriage. She is survived by her husband; four sons, Warren, Charles and Harry Wilkins, all of Park Rapids, and Lawrence Wilkins of Martinez, Calif.; a daughter, Mrs. Helen Voshell, of Park Rapids; 11 grandchildren; 13 great grandchildren; two sisters, Mrs. Matilda Baker of St. Paul, and Mrs. Agnes Woodruff of Park Rapids, and two brothers, Al Isaacson of Clarissa and Elroy Isaacson of St. Paul. She was preceded in death by two daughters. Services were held at 2 0'clock Monday, March 12, at St. Paul's Lutheran church of St. James, with Rev. Emil Peterson officiating. Services were held at 2 0"clock at the Riverside Methodist church, with Rev. Edward Shannon officiating. Internment was in Greenwood cemetery. Pallbearers were Paul McFarren, Byron Waterman, Gordon Isaacson, Ira Benham, William Isaacson and George Isaacson. Relatives and friends attending the services from out of town were Mr. and Mrs. Delmar Zeller, of Long Prairie; Miss Jean Wilkins of Minneapolis; Rev. and Mrs. Floyd Synstelien, of Osakis; Mr. and Mrs. David Wilkins of Pillager; Mr. and Mrs. Elroy Isaacson, Mrs. Tillie Baker and Mr. and Mrs. Carl Anderson, All of St. Paul; Mrs. Ruth Martin of Bertha; Miss Hazel Isaacson, of Clarissa; Mrs. Dick Sutton and Mr. and Mrs. Bill Wilson, all of Bemidji; Mr. and Mrs. William DeWall, of Nevis, and Mrs. Dean Campbell, of Wadena. Frazey Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements. Newspaper Clipping. Name of Publication and Date Unknown. DISSMORE Rolland William Dissmore, 86, a lifetime Hubbard area resident, died Saturday April 13, 1996 at the Heritage Living Center. He was born April 3, 1910 in Shell River Township of Wadena County to Robert and Tina (Shoop) Dissmore. He attended District 16 country school through the 8th grade. He worked as a hired man on two Hubbard area farms, the Doran Dickerson and Norman farms. On Nov. 10, 1935 he married Gwedene Rutherford in Twin Lakes near Hubbard. They lived in Shell River Township until 1945 when they purchased a home in Hubbard. He was a member of the Hubbard Senior Citizens, a longtime member of the Hubbard Methodist Church and a member of the former Odd Fellow Lodge in Hubbard. He is survived by his wife; two sons, Roger (Joyce) of Fargo and Jim (Linda) of Frazee; six daughters, Barbara (Joe) Moos and Joyce (Dave) Nieuwboer all of Oakdale, Louise (Dick) Thoreson and Joanne (Maurice) Sylvester all of Park Rapids, Janet (John) of Vadnais Heights and Mavis (Ron) Reini of Inver Grove Heights brother, Lloyd of Trenton, FL; one sister, Carol Bousu of Menahga; 20 grandchildren; 22 great grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. Preceding him in death were his parents; one sister, Irene; and four brothers, Lawrence, Roy, Les and Merle, Funeral services were held Tuesday, April 16, 1996 at 2 p.m. at the Hubbard United Methodist Church with Rev. Gary Walpole officiating. The organist was Phyllis Bolton and the soloist was Mary Duberowski singing "How Great Thou Art," "Does Jesus Care" and "One Day At A Time." Honorary casket bearers were members of the Hubbard Senior Citizens. Active casket bearers were his grandsons, Greg and Gary Moos, Brett Thoreson, Dan and Josh Dissmore and Ryan Reini. Interment was in the Hubbard Cemetery. Arrangements were handled by the Jones Pearson Funeral Home of Park Rapids. Enterprise, April 17, 1996. DOANE Laura Doane, Hubbard Pioneer Dies of Stroke Laura Elena Doane, a resident of Hubbard for 58 years, died at St. Joseph's hospital Nov. 15 at 9 p.m. of a stroke. She had been rushed to the hospital that noon. She was 69 years old. Laura Harris, the daughter of Edward W. and Mercy Jane Harris, was born in Eden, Iowa, August 27, 1877. on Dec. 10, 1893, she married Don A. Doane at Hubbard. She was a member of the Rebekah Lodge at Hubbard, and took active part in community affairs. Her funeral was Wednesday, Nov. 20 at 2:00 p.m. from the Christian Alliance church at Hubbard, Rev. LeRoy Pierson officiating. She was buried in the Hubbard cemetery. Her pallbearers were Grant Norman, Temple Hinds, Lee Shores, Frank Rutherford and W. H. Holmes. Surviving her besides her Husband are four sisters and one brother. Newspaper Clipping. Name of Publication and Date Unknown. Nov. 1946 ? DWIRE Frank Dwire, son of Mr. and Mrs. E. Dwire, of Hubbard, died Friday, June 30th, at the Bismarck hospital. following an operation for the removal of a goiter which had been troubling him for the past year. He finally submitted to the operation, which was performed on Friday morning, but survived only two hours. The remains were brought to Hubbard Monday accompanied by the grief stricken wife and her mother, Mrs. O. D. Keys, who herself was widowed but two months before. They were met at Wadena by Mr. and Mrs. Ytterborn of Deer Creek, Mrs. Ytterborn being a sister of the deceased. After short services at the house the funeral was held at the M. E. church Wednesday at 3:00 p. m. by Rev. R. G. Green of Akeley. The remains were followed by a large concourse of relatives and laid to their last resting place. Frank Dwire was born in Nodaway county, Missouri, April 11, 1882, and moved with his parents to Luverne, Minnesota, where he spent his school days and has many friends who will be pained to hear of his death. He came to Hubbard county ten years ago and married here on Dec.23, 1904 Miss Muriel Keys and together they went to make their home at Cole Harbor, N. D. Besides the heartbroken wife. the deceased leaves to mourn his loss a loving father and mother, four sisters, Mrs. P. S. Ytterborn, of Deer Creek, Mrs. Harry Frank of Ellsworth, N. D., Minnie, Luella. and Elva at home, and brothers Will of Minot, N. D. Harry of Walker and James of Michigan City, N. D., and Wyman of Hubbard, all of whom attended the funeral but James and Mrs. Frank. (Incomplete) Newspaper Clipping. Name of Publication and Date Unknown.