John Lane Obituary - Grant County Wisconsin

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Grant Co Herald
1911

JOHN LANE DEAD

John Lane an aged pioneer resident of Lancaster died at his home Tuesday morning 
at 11’oclock. The deceased was born Dec, 27, 1832 and was 79 years old at the 
time of his death. He was a member of the “Iron brigade” during the Civil War, 
and has served in many important positions during his life. He was for some time 
a worker in the State Penitentiary at Waupon and was the sheriff of Grant County 
for two years. He has been a sufferer from paralysis for many years and has been 
especially feeble during recent months. Funeral services will be held Thursday 
afternoon at 2’oclock from the late residence. The local Masonic Order will have 
entire charge of the services.