Obituary: Winnebago County, Wisconsin: Bridget NEARY

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Winneconne Local June 5, 1913 p.1

Death of Mrs. Bridget Neary

On Sunday morning, May 25, at the home of her grand-daughter, Mrs. Albert
Meyers, in this city, occurred the death of Mrs. Bridget Neary, one of
Wisconsin's oldest and most highly esteemed old ladies.

Mrs. Neary's maiden name was Bridget Murry.  She was born in Co Galway,
Ireland, 83 years ago.  At the age of 12 years she came to America and
settled in Boston, Mass., where she was united in marriage to Edward Kelly.
Four children were born to them.  She and her husband came to Wisconsin in
the early pioneer days and settled on a farm in Poygan, where took place
the death of Mr. Kelly.  Several years later she married Patrick Neary and
six children blessed their union.  Mr. Neary passed away 17 years ago.
Mrs. Neary was high respected and loved by all who knew her, especially the
children of the whole community, who loved her kind and always smiling
face.

She is survived by two daughters in the state of Washington and a sister,
Mr. N. Killilea of Poygan.  Her funeral took place at the St. Mary's church
in Poygan.  Rev. W. J. Luby officiating.  Those from out of town attending
the funeral were: Mr. and Mrs. A. Donald, Chicago; Mrs. W. J. Killilia,
Milwaukee; Merrill and Gordon Neary, Oshkosh; Mr. and Mrs. F. J. Maher and
daughter Helen, of Omro, and Thos Mongan of Oshkosh.