The Osceola Tribune, Osceola, Iowa
August 14, 1930, Page 7
J. W. Reese
John W. Reese died at his home in Chariton on Thursday afternoon, August 7, 1930, at the advanced age of 93 years, having been born in Macoupin county, Illinois, near Greenfield on February 22, 1837. He had been in declining health for some time, recently receiving a fall, probably having been seized by a sudden attack of illness, which hastened his death. His parents were Simon and Mary Ann Reese, with whom he came to Clarke County, Iowa, in the pioneer days as early as 1856. In early manhood he was united in marriage with Miss Ellen E. Carson on August 20, 1863, who survives him.
To them four daughters and one son were born, they being Mrs. Fred Martin, of Indianola, Mrs. Robert Waynick of Woodland, Calif., Mrs. Ida Culbertson, of St. Ansgar, Iowa, Miss Adda Reese, of Chariton and Joseph Reese, of Osceola. All of the children were with their father at his death except, Mrs. Waynick. This is the first death in the family.
Funeral service were held at M. E. church in Chariton, on Saturday morning at 10 a. m. conducted by his pastor, Rev. E. L. Stone. The remains were taken to Osceola for interment. He was the oldest member of his family of brothers and sisters, and the last one to die. For many years the family resided on the farm east of Woodburn, but established their home in Chariton in 1895, and it was here that he died.
Mr. R. was a man of high qualities and most remarkable temperament, never losing his temper; was just in all his dealing with his fellowmen. He never had a quarrel in his life. When differences arose he would say, "go home and calm yourself, then return and we will settle this matter." He was ever loyal to his friends and would have been just to his enemies, had he any. His nature was one of affability and had not neglected his duties to God, as he was a devout Christian and a life long member of the Methodist Episcopal church and in all things charitable. During the war between the states he enlisted in Co. I 18th Regt., Iowa Vol. Infantry, on February 27, 1864, "for three years, or until the end of the war," and when it closed returned to the vocations of peace, with the realization that wherever a man's lot is cast there is a duty to perform.
In early pioneer days he was a stage driver through the southern section of Iowa, his route passing through the second tier of county seat towns, then mere trading outposts upon the prairies, and the sea's of the primitive law. Many of his experiences were as thrilling as the adventures in romance. They were filled with hardships and daring undertakings at times. There were storms and floods to contend with in the long drawn out summer days and throughout winters the deep snows and blizzards impeded the way, yet the stage man was expected to drive through to the destination in some manner, and protect the lives and property and mails entrusted to his care. And lawless men sometimes menaced from their ambush along the trail in the wilderness of the prairie. Thus, a life's pilgrimage extended out over a period of ninety three years is like a book of many chapters, dealing with various conditions and characters.
And so after reaching the high altitude of near a century there must be something fascinating in casting back over the vistas, in spite of the many sorrows and veosities passed thru, ere the journey had ended.
Note: Transcribed as published by Karen Brewer
August 14, 1930, Page 7
J. W. Reese
John W. Reese died at his home in Chariton on Thursday afternoon, August 7, 1930, at the advanced age of 93 years, having been born in Macoupin county, Illinois, near Greenfield on February 22, 1837. He had been in declining health for some time, recently receiving a fall, probably having been seized by a sudden attack of illness, which hastened his death. His parents were Simon and Mary Ann Reese, with whom he came to Clarke County, Iowa, in the pioneer days as early as 1856. In early manhood he was united in marriage with Miss Ellen E. Carson on August 20, 1863, who survives him.
To them four daughters and one son were born, they being Mrs. Fred Martin, of Indianola, Mrs. Robert Waynick of Woodland, Calif., Mrs. Ida Culbertson, of St. Ansgar, Iowa, Miss Adda Reese, of Chariton and Joseph Reese, of Osceola. All of the children were with their father at his death except, Mrs. Waynick. This is the first death in the family.
Funeral service were held at M. E. church in Chariton, on Saturday morning at 10 a. m. conducted by his pastor, Rev. E. L. Stone. The remains were taken to Osceola for interment. He was the oldest member of his family of brothers and sisters, and the last one to die. For many years the family resided on the farm east of Woodburn, but established their home in Chariton in 1895, and it was here that he died.
Mr. R. was a man of high qualities and most remarkable temperament, never losing his temper; was just in all his dealing with his fellowmen. He never had a quarrel in his life. When differences arose he would say, "go home and calm yourself, then return and we will settle this matter." He was ever loyal to his friends and would have been just to his enemies, had he any. His nature was one of affability and had not neglected his duties to God, as he was a devout Christian and a life long member of the Methodist Episcopal church and in all things charitable. During the war between the states he enlisted in Co. I 18th Regt., Iowa Vol. Infantry, on February 27, 1864, "for three years, or until the end of the war," and when it closed returned to the vocations of peace, with the realization that wherever a man's lot is cast there is a duty to perform.
In early pioneer days he was a stage driver through the southern section of Iowa, his route passing through the second tier of county seat towns, then mere trading outposts upon the prairies, and the sea's of the primitive law. Many of his experiences were as thrilling as the adventures in romance. They were filled with hardships and daring undertakings at times. There were storms and floods to contend with in the long drawn out summer days and throughout winters the deep snows and blizzards impeded the way, yet the stage man was expected to drive through to the destination in some manner, and protect the lives and property and mails entrusted to his care. And lawless men sometimes menaced from their ambush along the trail in the wilderness of the prairie. Thus, a life's pilgrimage extended out over a period of ninety three years is like a book of many chapters, dealing with various conditions and characters.
And so after reaching the high altitude of near a century there must be something fascinating in casting back over the vistas, in spite of the many sorrows and veosities passed thru, ere the journey had ended.
Note: Transcribed as published by Karen Brewer
The Osceola Tribune, Osceola, Iowa
August 14, 1930, Page 7
J. W. Reese
John W. Reese died at his home in Chariton on Thursday afternoon, August 7, 1930, at the advanced age of 93 years, having been born in Macoupin county, Illinois, near Greenfield on February 22, 1837. He had been in declining health for some time, recently receiving a fall, probably having been seized by a sudden attack of illness, which hastened his death. His parents were Simon and Mary Ann Reese, with whom he came to Clarke County, Iowa, in the pioneer days as early as 1856. In early manhood he was united in marriage with Miss Ellen E. Carson on August 20, 1863, who survives him.
To them four daughters and one son were born, they being Mrs. Fred Martin, of Indianola, Mrs. Robert Waynick of Woodland, Calif., Mrs. Ida Culbertson, of St. Ansgar, Iowa, Miss Adda Reese, of Chariton and Joseph Reese, of Osceola. All of the children were with their father at his death except, Mrs. Waynick. This is the first death in the family.
Funeral service were held at M. E. church in Chariton, on Saturday morning at 10 a. m. conducted by his pastor, Rev. E. L. Stone. The remains were taken to Osceola for interment. He was the oldest member of his family of brothers and sisters, and the last one to die. For many years the family resided on the farm east of Woodburn, but established their home in Chariton in 1895, and it was here that he died.
Mr. R. was a man of high qualities and most remarkable temperament, never losing his temper; was just in all his dealing with his fellowmen. He never had a quarrel in his life. When differences arose he would say, "go home and calm yourself, then return and we will settle this matter." He was ever loyal to his friends and would have been just to his enemies, had he any. His nature was one of affability and had not neglected his duties to God, as he was a devout Christian and a life long member of the Methodist Episcopal church and in all things charitable. During the war between the states he enlisted in Co. I 18th Regt., Iowa Vol. Infantry, on February 27, 1864, "for three years, or until the end of the war," and when it closed returned to the vocations of peace, with the realization that wherever a man's lot is cast there is a duty to perform.
In early pioneer days he was a stage driver through the southern section of Iowa, his route passing through the second tier of county seat towns, then mere trading outposts upon the prairies, and the sea's of the primitive law. Many of his experiences were as thrilling as the adventures in romance. They were filled with hardships and daring undertakings at times. There were storms and floods to contend with in the long drawn out summer days and throughout winters the deep snows and blizzards impeded the way, yet the stage man was expected to drive through to the destination in some manner, and protect the lives and property and mails entrusted to his care. And lawless men sometimes menaced from their ambush along the trail in the wilderness of the prairie. Thus, a life's pilgrimage extended out over a period of ninety three years is like a book of many chapters, dealing with various conditions and characters.
And so after reaching the high altitude of near a century there must be something fascinating in casting back over the vistas, in spite of the many sorrows and veosities passed thru, ere the journey had ended.
Note: Transcribed as published by Karen Brewer
August 14, 1930, Page 7
J. W. Reese
John W. Reese died at his home in Chariton on Thursday afternoon, August 7, 1930, at the advanced age of 93 years, having been born in Macoupin county, Illinois, near Greenfield on February 22, 1837. He had been in declining health for some time, recently receiving a fall, probably having been seized by a sudden attack of illness, which hastened his death. His parents were Simon and Mary Ann Reese, with whom he came to Clarke County, Iowa, in the pioneer days as early as 1856. In early manhood he was united in marriage with Miss Ellen E. Carson on August 20, 1863, who survives him.
To them four daughters and one son were born, they being Mrs. Fred Martin, of Indianola, Mrs. Robert Waynick of Woodland, Calif., Mrs. Ida Culbertson, of St. Ansgar, Iowa, Miss Adda Reese, of Chariton and Joseph Reese, of Osceola. All of the children were with their father at his death except, Mrs. Waynick. This is the first death in the family.
Funeral service were held at M. E. church in Chariton, on Saturday morning at 10 a. m. conducted by his pastor, Rev. E. L. Stone. The remains were taken to Osceola for interment. He was the oldest member of his family of brothers and sisters, and the last one to die. For many years the family resided on the farm east of Woodburn, but established their home in Chariton in 1895, and it was here that he died.
Mr. R. was a man of high qualities and most remarkable temperament, never losing his temper; was just in all his dealing with his fellowmen. He never had a quarrel in his life. When differences arose he would say, "go home and calm yourself, then return and we will settle this matter." He was ever loyal to his friends and would have been just to his enemies, had he any. His nature was one of affability and had not neglected his duties to God, as he was a devout Christian and a life long member of the Methodist Episcopal church and in all things charitable. During the war between the states he enlisted in Co. I 18th Regt., Iowa Vol. Infantry, on February 27, 1864, "for three years, or until the end of the war," and when it closed returned to the vocations of peace, with the realization that wherever a man's lot is cast there is a duty to perform.
In early pioneer days he was a stage driver through the southern section of Iowa, his route passing through the second tier of county seat towns, then mere trading outposts upon the prairies, and the sea's of the primitive law. Many of his experiences were as thrilling as the adventures in romance. They were filled with hardships and daring undertakings at times. There were storms and floods to contend with in the long drawn out summer days and throughout winters the deep snows and blizzards impeded the way, yet the stage man was expected to drive through to the destination in some manner, and protect the lives and property and mails entrusted to his care. And lawless men sometimes menaced from their ambush along the trail in the wilderness of the prairie. Thus, a life's pilgrimage extended out over a period of ninety three years is like a book of many chapters, dealing with various conditions and characters.
And so after reaching the high altitude of near a century there must be something fascinating in casting back over the vistas, in spite of the many sorrows and veosities passed thru, ere the journey had ended.
Note: Transcribed as published by Karen Brewer
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