Hon. Alvin blessing Claimed By Cancer; Funeral Rites Held
Prominent Man in County, State Politics Died Sunday Morn; Respected by Community
After a long and painful illness with cancer during the last few weeks of which he remained alive only because of his unconquerable spirit, the Honorable Alvin blessing passed away at 11:15 Sunday, Jan. 26 at Hillcrest Hospital in Ord. Funeral rites were held Tuesday at 2:00 pm at the Methodist church, rev. Harry Hansen, of Holdrege, former pastor of the Ord Presbyterian church, being in charge. Interment was beside his wife in the family lot in Ord cemetery.
Mr. Blessing was for almost fifty years a prominent figure in the business life of Ord and in county and state politics and his death is genuinely mourned by thousands of friends.
Was Born in Michigan
Born in Cass county, Michigan, on Dec. 11, 1871, the third son of Lorenzo and Catherine Blessing, Alvin came to Valley county with his parents at the age of eight and this was his home until his death. On Dec. 25, 1893, he was married to Clemmie J. Hull, who preceded him in death on March 26, 1927. To them three children were born, Dr. F.L. Blessing and Mrs. Catherine Clements, of Ord, and Alvin Earl Blessing, of Lincoln. They, together with a brother, Clarence, and five grandchildren survive.
Mr. Blessing was a member of the Presbyterian church, the Masonic lodge and the Knight of Pythias, all of Ord. He was a man of sterling qualities, a deep thinker, and as a reward for these attributes he was held in the highest esteem and was called to serve in many offices of trust in the city, county and state.
2 Terms as Co. Clerk
After his marriage he taught school for several years, then engaged in the implement and livestock business with his brother, Clarence, and his father-in-law, W.C. Hull. Then he accepted the call of the people to act as county clerk and recorder of deeds for two terms and later was an officer in the First National bank for a time.
A republican from the time he first voted, he was honored by his party by appointment as postmaster of Ord, which position he held two terms. He also served as chief clerk of the house of representatives at Lincoln, was Valley county assessor for one term and served several terms as a county supervisor, being chosen chairman of the board and serving with distinction. He also served as chairman of the republican central committee of Valley county for many years.
A Power in Senate
In November, 1934 he was elected to the state senate from the 23rd district and served his constituents ably at the last regular session of the legislature. His sound advice was accepted by fellow solons in the drafting of many of the most important statutes enacted and he was regarded as one of the most influential members of the senate in spite of the fact that it was his first term. In ill health for several years, Mr. Blessing went to Chicago last summer upon the close of the legislative session and underwent surgical treatment. From then until his death he was bedfast most of the time, being cared for at first in the home of his daughter, Mrs. Edwin Clements, and for the last few weeks of his life in Hillcrest hospital.
Just before the special session of the legislature last fall he resigned because of his ill health but kept up his interest in the work of that body until his death. His counsel was sought and heeded by his successor in the office, H.D. Leggett, who was appointed to fill the vacancy.
Such is the brief history of Alvin Blessing, one of the most respected citizens Valley county and the state of Nebraska have ever had. He was a real man, a kindly father and a genuine citizen whose place and station will be hard to fill.
In spite of the snow and bitter weather a large crowd of friends gathered at the church Tuesday afternoon to pay their last respects to Mr. Blessing. Rev. Hansen, who preached the sermon, was assisted by Rev. S. A. Woodruff, pastor of the local church.
The Ord Quiz - Thur, Jan 30 1936, Pg 1, Col 7
Prominent Man in County, State Politics Died Sunday Morn; Respected by Community
After a long and painful illness with cancer during the last few weeks of which he remained alive only because of his unconquerable spirit, the Honorable Alvin blessing passed away at 11:15 Sunday, Jan. 26 at Hillcrest Hospital in Ord. Funeral rites were held Tuesday at 2:00 pm at the Methodist church, rev. Harry Hansen, of Holdrege, former pastor of the Ord Presbyterian church, being in charge. Interment was beside his wife in the family lot in Ord cemetery.
Mr. Blessing was for almost fifty years a prominent figure in the business life of Ord and in county and state politics and his death is genuinely mourned by thousands of friends.
Was Born in Michigan
Born in Cass county, Michigan, on Dec. 11, 1871, the third son of Lorenzo and Catherine Blessing, Alvin came to Valley county with his parents at the age of eight and this was his home until his death. On Dec. 25, 1893, he was married to Clemmie J. Hull, who preceded him in death on March 26, 1927. To them three children were born, Dr. F.L. Blessing and Mrs. Catherine Clements, of Ord, and Alvin Earl Blessing, of Lincoln. They, together with a brother, Clarence, and five grandchildren survive.
Mr. Blessing was a member of the Presbyterian church, the Masonic lodge and the Knight of Pythias, all of Ord. He was a man of sterling qualities, a deep thinker, and as a reward for these attributes he was held in the highest esteem and was called to serve in many offices of trust in the city, county and state.
2 Terms as Co. Clerk
After his marriage he taught school for several years, then engaged in the implement and livestock business with his brother, Clarence, and his father-in-law, W.C. Hull. Then he accepted the call of the people to act as county clerk and recorder of deeds for two terms and later was an officer in the First National bank for a time.
A republican from the time he first voted, he was honored by his party by appointment as postmaster of Ord, which position he held two terms. He also served as chief clerk of the house of representatives at Lincoln, was Valley county assessor for one term and served several terms as a county supervisor, being chosen chairman of the board and serving with distinction. He also served as chairman of the republican central committee of Valley county for many years.
A Power in Senate
In November, 1934 he was elected to the state senate from the 23rd district and served his constituents ably at the last regular session of the legislature. His sound advice was accepted by fellow solons in the drafting of many of the most important statutes enacted and he was regarded as one of the most influential members of the senate in spite of the fact that it was his first term. In ill health for several years, Mr. Blessing went to Chicago last summer upon the close of the legislative session and underwent surgical treatment. From then until his death he was bedfast most of the time, being cared for at first in the home of his daughter, Mrs. Edwin Clements, and for the last few weeks of his life in Hillcrest hospital.
Just before the special session of the legislature last fall he resigned because of his ill health but kept up his interest in the work of that body until his death. His counsel was sought and heeded by his successor in the office, H.D. Leggett, who was appointed to fill the vacancy.
Such is the brief history of Alvin Blessing, one of the most respected citizens Valley county and the state of Nebraska have ever had. He was a real man, a kindly father and a genuine citizen whose place and station will be hard to fill.
In spite of the snow and bitter weather a large crowd of friends gathered at the church Tuesday afternoon to pay their last respects to Mr. Blessing. Rev. Hansen, who preached the sermon, was assisted by Rev. S. A. Woodruff, pastor of the local church.
The Ord Quiz - Thur, Jan 30 1936, Pg 1, Col 7
Hon. Alvin blessing Claimed By Cancer; Funeral Rites Held
Prominent Man in County, State Politics Died Sunday Morn; Respected by Community
After a long and painful illness with cancer during the last few weeks of which he remained alive only because of his unconquerable spirit, the Honorable Alvin blessing passed away at 11:15 Sunday, Jan. 26 at Hillcrest Hospital in Ord. Funeral rites were held Tuesday at 2:00 pm at the Methodist church, rev. Harry Hansen, of Holdrege, former pastor of the Ord Presbyterian church, being in charge. Interment was beside his wife in the family lot in Ord cemetery.
Mr. Blessing was for almost fifty years a prominent figure in the business life of Ord and in county and state politics and his death is genuinely mourned by thousands of friends.
Was Born in Michigan
Born in Cass county, Michigan, on Dec. 11, 1871, the third son of Lorenzo and Catherine Blessing, Alvin came to Valley county with his parents at the age of eight and this was his home until his death. On Dec. 25, 1893, he was married to Clemmie J. Hull, who preceded him in death on March 26, 1927. To them three children were born, Dr. F.L. Blessing and Mrs. Catherine Clements, of Ord, and Alvin Earl Blessing, of Lincoln. They, together with a brother, Clarence, and five grandchildren survive.
Mr. Blessing was a member of the Presbyterian church, the Masonic lodge and the Knight of Pythias, all of Ord. He was a man of sterling qualities, a deep thinker, and as a reward for these attributes he was held in the highest esteem and was called to serve in many offices of trust in the city, county and state.
2 Terms as Co. Clerk
After his marriage he taught school for several years, then engaged in the implement and livestock business with his brother, Clarence, and his father-in-law, W.C. Hull. Then he accepted the call of the people to act as county clerk and recorder of deeds for two terms and later was an officer in the First National bank for a time.
A republican from the time he first voted, he was honored by his party by appointment as postmaster of Ord, which position he held two terms. He also served as chief clerk of the house of representatives at Lincoln, was Valley county assessor for one term and served several terms as a county supervisor, being chosen chairman of the board and serving with distinction. He also served as chairman of the republican central committee of Valley county for many years.
A Power in Senate
In November, 1934 he was elected to the state senate from the 23rd district and served his constituents ably at the last regular session of the legislature. His sound advice was accepted by fellow solons in the drafting of many of the most important statutes enacted and he was regarded as one of the most influential members of the senate in spite of the fact that it was his first term. In ill health for several years, Mr. Blessing went to Chicago last summer upon the close of the legislative session and underwent surgical treatment. From then until his death he was bedfast most of the time, being cared for at first in the home of his daughter, Mrs. Edwin Clements, and for the last few weeks of his life in Hillcrest hospital.
Just before the special session of the legislature last fall he resigned because of his ill health but kept up his interest in the work of that body until his death. His counsel was sought and heeded by his successor in the office, H.D. Leggett, who was appointed to fill the vacancy.
Such is the brief history of Alvin Blessing, one of the most respected citizens Valley county and the state of Nebraska have ever had. He was a real man, a kindly father and a genuine citizen whose place and station will be hard to fill.
In spite of the snow and bitter weather a large crowd of friends gathered at the church Tuesday afternoon to pay their last respects to Mr. Blessing. Rev. Hansen, who preached the sermon, was assisted by Rev. S. A. Woodruff, pastor of the local church.
The Ord Quiz - Thur, Jan 30 1936, Pg 1, Col 7
Prominent Man in County, State Politics Died Sunday Morn; Respected by Community
After a long and painful illness with cancer during the last few weeks of which he remained alive only because of his unconquerable spirit, the Honorable Alvin blessing passed away at 11:15 Sunday, Jan. 26 at Hillcrest Hospital in Ord. Funeral rites were held Tuesday at 2:00 pm at the Methodist church, rev. Harry Hansen, of Holdrege, former pastor of the Ord Presbyterian church, being in charge. Interment was beside his wife in the family lot in Ord cemetery.
Mr. Blessing was for almost fifty years a prominent figure in the business life of Ord and in county and state politics and his death is genuinely mourned by thousands of friends.
Was Born in Michigan
Born in Cass county, Michigan, on Dec. 11, 1871, the third son of Lorenzo and Catherine Blessing, Alvin came to Valley county with his parents at the age of eight and this was his home until his death. On Dec. 25, 1893, he was married to Clemmie J. Hull, who preceded him in death on March 26, 1927. To them three children were born, Dr. F.L. Blessing and Mrs. Catherine Clements, of Ord, and Alvin Earl Blessing, of Lincoln. They, together with a brother, Clarence, and five grandchildren survive.
Mr. Blessing was a member of the Presbyterian church, the Masonic lodge and the Knight of Pythias, all of Ord. He was a man of sterling qualities, a deep thinker, and as a reward for these attributes he was held in the highest esteem and was called to serve in many offices of trust in the city, county and state.
2 Terms as Co. Clerk
After his marriage he taught school for several years, then engaged in the implement and livestock business with his brother, Clarence, and his father-in-law, W.C. Hull. Then he accepted the call of the people to act as county clerk and recorder of deeds for two terms and later was an officer in the First National bank for a time.
A republican from the time he first voted, he was honored by his party by appointment as postmaster of Ord, which position he held two terms. He also served as chief clerk of the house of representatives at Lincoln, was Valley county assessor for one term and served several terms as a county supervisor, being chosen chairman of the board and serving with distinction. He also served as chairman of the republican central committee of Valley county for many years.
A Power in Senate
In November, 1934 he was elected to the state senate from the 23rd district and served his constituents ably at the last regular session of the legislature. His sound advice was accepted by fellow solons in the drafting of many of the most important statutes enacted and he was regarded as one of the most influential members of the senate in spite of the fact that it was his first term. In ill health for several years, Mr. Blessing went to Chicago last summer upon the close of the legislative session and underwent surgical treatment. From then until his death he was bedfast most of the time, being cared for at first in the home of his daughter, Mrs. Edwin Clements, and for the last few weeks of his life in Hillcrest hospital.
Just before the special session of the legislature last fall he resigned because of his ill health but kept up his interest in the work of that body until his death. His counsel was sought and heeded by his successor in the office, H.D. Leggett, who was appointed to fill the vacancy.
Such is the brief history of Alvin Blessing, one of the most respected citizens Valley county and the state of Nebraska have ever had. He was a real man, a kindly father and a genuine citizen whose place and station will be hard to fill.
In spite of the snow and bitter weather a large crowd of friends gathered at the church Tuesday afternoon to pay their last respects to Mr. Blessing. Rev. Hansen, who preached the sermon, was assisted by Rev. S. A. Woodruff, pastor of the local church.
The Ord Quiz - Thur, Jan 30 1936, Pg 1, Col 7
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