Obituary of MARTIN ,Edward 1901 Contributed for use in the USGenWeb Archives by Ane on Wed, 15 Nov 2000 *********************************************************************** Surname: Martin, Longmore, Willmore, Dowse "The Union Grove Enterprise" July 4, 1901---Edward Martin one of the earliest settlers in the town of Yorkville who has been in feeble health for some years past, died at his home, two miles north of this village,Thursday afternoon at the age of 84. Edward was a native of England and settled in Racine County in 1846 . He was known as a progressive and industrious farmer ,as well as an upright and honest man. he enjoyed the esteem and friendship of all who knew him. Survived by his wife and four children; Robert Martin,Clear Lake, Iowa, Mrs Joseph Longmore, Sommers, Mrs. Will Willmore, Union Grove, Mrs Joseph Dowse of Racine. The funeral took place Saturday afternoon conducted by Rev. W.W. Wilson,pastor of the M.E. Church. *********************************************************************** *********************************************************************** USGENWEB ARCHIVES NOTICE: These electronic pages may NOT be reproduced in any format for profit or presentation. Persons or organizations desiring to use this material, must obtain written consent of the contributor, or the legal representative of the submitter, and contact the listed USGenWeb archivist with proof of this consent. The submitter has given permission to the USGenWeb Archives to store the file permanently for free access.