"PASSES TO GREAT BEYOND
"Dwight K. Crofoot has gone out into the unknown, but the memories he has left will lighten the grief of the hearts that are heavy for his going. Saturday evening a few minutes after the sun had sunk from sight in the western horizon the active life of Mr. Crofoot was closed by the visitation of the silent and remorseless messenger of death, whose coming had been hourly expected for several days. His death removes from Sandwich one of its best known and highly esteemed citizens. The disease, which finally triumped, dates back a couple of years, though he carefully guarded it from his family and friends until a few weeks ago. The best of medical skill was employed and with the never ceasing care of his devoted wife, daughters and friends, nothing was left undone to relieve his suffering and restore him to health, but their efforts were fuitless and he quietly passed away.
"Dwight Kent Crofoot was born in Turin, Lewis county, New York, November 19, 1851. There he spent his childhood and youth with his parents, Russell and Hannah Crofoot. Early in the year 1869 he came to Illinois and settled in Sandwich where his brother, Adelbert B. Crofoot was engaged in business. In 1872 he became a member of the mercantile firm of Crofoot Brothers and Manchester. He remained a member of this firm for more than fifteen years and established a reputation as a reliable, successful business man. Since his retirement from the firm he has been constantly identified with other thriving business enterprises in this city.
"In 1898 when the Sandwich Enterprise Company failed he was appointed receiver, a position he filled with credit and justice to all. When the Enterprise Wind Mill Company succeeded the defunct company, he became interested financially and was its manager until the time of his death.
"When the Sandwich Fair Association was organized in 1888, he became interested, both financially and personally and was always a tower of strength upon the board of directors. He always gave much of his time and contributed largely to the success the fair has enjoyed. No one will miss him more than his fellow workers on this board. For years he has been supervisor of the Floral Hall and took great pride in the showing made. His ability to handle this department was quickly recognized and he has cared for it with perfect satisfaction to the association and to the exhibitors.
"On February 18, 1875, he was married to Minnie A. Chapman, with whom he has lived in happiness for thirty years, whom he leaves with five daughters, and one brother, Adelbert, of Peoria, Ill., to mourn their loss. The children of this marriage are Clara Elizabeth, the wife of Mr. Al Adams, of this city, Ralph Chapman, who died in 1891 at the age of twelve years, Olive B., Hazel E., Hannah and Doris Kathlyn.
"Mr Crofoot leaves a large circle of very warm friends whose friendship for him was a natural consequence of his amiable disposition, and jovial and hearty good nature. It was a privilege for him to help one in time of trouble and to such he was at their service day or night.
"He has always been an enthusiastic and public spirited citizen, being one of that group, who always look to the community's good and the public welfare.
"Mr Crofoot loved his home and its members were always first in his thoughts and affections. As a father one could hardly have been more tender and sacrificing, and as a husband truer or kinder. To wife and children his death is an incalcuable loss, but they are all of that character and disposition that they will be able to comfort one another in an unusual degree, and it is needless to say that they have the sympathy of the whole community who in a real sense share with them in the loss that has been occasioned by his death.
"The funeral services were held Tuesday afternoon at 2 o'clock at his late home on North Main street, and was conducted by Dr. J. M. Lewis who delivered an eloquent discourse. The singing was by C. G. Cass and A. C. Kirkpatrick, Mrs. A. E. Woodward and Miss Gladys Hummel. The pall bearers were Messrs F. A. Pratt, C. G. Arnold, J. B. Tucker, Dr. C. B. Brownell, W. J. Robertson and H. A. Severy. The flowers were many, silent but beautiful tokens of the high esteem in which he was held by a large circle of friends. During the hours of the funeral service the works of the Sandwich Manufacturing Company were closed together with all places of business in Sandwich. The Enterprise Wind Mill Company of which Mr. Crofoot was part owner and manager, did not start up until Wednesday morning. The interment was at Oak Ridge."
From The Sandwich Free Press, Sandwich, Illinois
"Dwight K. Crofoot has gone out into the unknown, but the memories he has left will lighten the grief of the hearts that are heavy for his going. Saturday evening a few minutes after the sun had sunk from sight in the western horizon the active life of Mr. Crofoot was closed by the visitation of the silent and remorseless messenger of death, whose coming had been hourly expected for several days. His death removes from Sandwich one of its best known and highly esteemed citizens. The disease, which finally triumped, dates back a couple of years, though he carefully guarded it from his family and friends until a few weeks ago. The best of medical skill was employed and with the never ceasing care of his devoted wife, daughters and friends, nothing was left undone to relieve his suffering and restore him to health, but their efforts were fuitless and he quietly passed away.
"Dwight Kent Crofoot was born in Turin, Lewis county, New York, November 19, 1851. There he spent his childhood and youth with his parents, Russell and Hannah Crofoot. Early in the year 1869 he came to Illinois and settled in Sandwich where his brother, Adelbert B. Crofoot was engaged in business. In 1872 he became a member of the mercantile firm of Crofoot Brothers and Manchester. He remained a member of this firm for more than fifteen years and established a reputation as a reliable, successful business man. Since his retirement from the firm he has been constantly identified with other thriving business enterprises in this city.
"In 1898 when the Sandwich Enterprise Company failed he was appointed receiver, a position he filled with credit and justice to all. When the Enterprise Wind Mill Company succeeded the defunct company, he became interested financially and was its manager until the time of his death.
"When the Sandwich Fair Association was organized in 1888, he became interested, both financially and personally and was always a tower of strength upon the board of directors. He always gave much of his time and contributed largely to the success the fair has enjoyed. No one will miss him more than his fellow workers on this board. For years he has been supervisor of the Floral Hall and took great pride in the showing made. His ability to handle this department was quickly recognized and he has cared for it with perfect satisfaction to the association and to the exhibitors.
"On February 18, 1875, he was married to Minnie A. Chapman, with whom he has lived in happiness for thirty years, whom he leaves with five daughters, and one brother, Adelbert, of Peoria, Ill., to mourn their loss. The children of this marriage are Clara Elizabeth, the wife of Mr. Al Adams, of this city, Ralph Chapman, who died in 1891 at the age of twelve years, Olive B., Hazel E., Hannah and Doris Kathlyn.
"Mr Crofoot leaves a large circle of very warm friends whose friendship for him was a natural consequence of his amiable disposition, and jovial and hearty good nature. It was a privilege for him to help one in time of trouble and to such he was at their service day or night.
"He has always been an enthusiastic and public spirited citizen, being one of that group, who always look to the community's good and the public welfare.
"Mr Crofoot loved his home and its members were always first in his thoughts and affections. As a father one could hardly have been more tender and sacrificing, and as a husband truer or kinder. To wife and children his death is an incalcuable loss, but they are all of that character and disposition that they will be able to comfort one another in an unusual degree, and it is needless to say that they have the sympathy of the whole community who in a real sense share with them in the loss that has been occasioned by his death.
"The funeral services were held Tuesday afternoon at 2 o'clock at his late home on North Main street, and was conducted by Dr. J. M. Lewis who delivered an eloquent discourse. The singing was by C. G. Cass and A. C. Kirkpatrick, Mrs. A. E. Woodward and Miss Gladys Hummel. The pall bearers were Messrs F. A. Pratt, C. G. Arnold, J. B. Tucker, Dr. C. B. Brownell, W. J. Robertson and H. A. Severy. The flowers were many, silent but beautiful tokens of the high esteem in which he was held by a large circle of friends. During the hours of the funeral service the works of the Sandwich Manufacturing Company were closed together with all places of business in Sandwich. The Enterprise Wind Mill Company of which Mr. Crofoot was part owner and manager, did not start up until Wednesday morning. The interment was at Oak Ridge."
From The Sandwich Free Press, Sandwich, Illinois
"PASSES TO GREAT BEYOND
"Dwight K. Crofoot has gone out into the unknown, but the memories he has left will lighten the grief of the hearts that are heavy for his going. Saturday evening a few minutes after the sun had sunk from sight in the western horizon the active life of Mr. Crofoot was closed by the visitation of the silent and remorseless messenger of death, whose coming had been hourly expected for several days. His death removes from Sandwich one of its best known and highly esteemed citizens. The disease, which finally triumped, dates back a couple of years, though he carefully guarded it from his family and friends until a few weeks ago. The best of medical skill was employed and with the never ceasing care of his devoted wife, daughters and friends, nothing was left undone to relieve his suffering and restore him to health, but their efforts were fuitless and he quietly passed away.
"Dwight Kent Crofoot was born in Turin, Lewis county, New York, November 19, 1851. There he spent his childhood and youth with his parents, Russell and Hannah Crofoot. Early in the year 1869 he came to Illinois and settled in Sandwich where his brother, Adelbert B. Crofoot was engaged in business. In 1872 he became a member of the mercantile firm of Crofoot Brothers and Manchester. He remained a member of this firm for more than fifteen years and established a reputation as a reliable, successful business man. Since his retirement from the firm he has been constantly identified with other thriving business enterprises in this city.
"In 1898 when the Sandwich Enterprise Company failed he was appointed receiver, a position he filled with credit and justice to all. When the Enterprise Wind Mill Company succeeded the defunct company, he became interested financially and was its manager until the time of his death.
"When the Sandwich Fair Association was organized in 1888, he became interested, both financially and personally and was always a tower of strength upon the board of directors. He always gave much of his time and contributed largely to the success the fair has enjoyed. No one will miss him more than his fellow workers on this board. For years he has been supervisor of the Floral Hall and took great pride in the showing made. His ability to handle this department was quickly recognized and he has cared for it with perfect satisfaction to the association and to the exhibitors.
"On February 18, 1875, he was married to Minnie A. Chapman, with whom he has lived in happiness for thirty years, whom he leaves with five daughters, and one brother, Adelbert, of Peoria, Ill., to mourn their loss. The children of this marriage are Clara Elizabeth, the wife of Mr. Al Adams, of this city, Ralph Chapman, who died in 1891 at the age of twelve years, Olive B., Hazel E., Hannah and Doris Kathlyn.
"Mr Crofoot leaves a large circle of very warm friends whose friendship for him was a natural consequence of his amiable disposition, and jovial and hearty good nature. It was a privilege for him to help one in time of trouble and to such he was at their service day or night.
"He has always been an enthusiastic and public spirited citizen, being one of that group, who always look to the community's good and the public welfare.
"Mr Crofoot loved his home and its members were always first in his thoughts and affections. As a father one could hardly have been more tender and sacrificing, and as a husband truer or kinder. To wife and children his death is an incalcuable loss, but they are all of that character and disposition that they will be able to comfort one another in an unusual degree, and it is needless to say that they have the sympathy of the whole community who in a real sense share with them in the loss that has been occasioned by his death.
"The funeral services were held Tuesday afternoon at 2 o'clock at his late home on North Main street, and was conducted by Dr. J. M. Lewis who delivered an eloquent discourse. The singing was by C. G. Cass and A. C. Kirkpatrick, Mrs. A. E. Woodward and Miss Gladys Hummel. The pall bearers were Messrs F. A. Pratt, C. G. Arnold, J. B. Tucker, Dr. C. B. Brownell, W. J. Robertson and H. A. Severy. The flowers were many, silent but beautiful tokens of the high esteem in which he was held by a large circle of friends. During the hours of the funeral service the works of the Sandwich Manufacturing Company were closed together with all places of business in Sandwich. The Enterprise Wind Mill Company of which Mr. Crofoot was part owner and manager, did not start up until Wednesday morning. The interment was at Oak Ridge."
From The Sandwich Free Press, Sandwich, Illinois
"Dwight K. Crofoot has gone out into the unknown, but the memories he has left will lighten the grief of the hearts that are heavy for his going. Saturday evening a few minutes after the sun had sunk from sight in the western horizon the active life of Mr. Crofoot was closed by the visitation of the silent and remorseless messenger of death, whose coming had been hourly expected for several days. His death removes from Sandwich one of its best known and highly esteemed citizens. The disease, which finally triumped, dates back a couple of years, though he carefully guarded it from his family and friends until a few weeks ago. The best of medical skill was employed and with the never ceasing care of his devoted wife, daughters and friends, nothing was left undone to relieve his suffering and restore him to health, but their efforts were fuitless and he quietly passed away.
"Dwight Kent Crofoot was born in Turin, Lewis county, New York, November 19, 1851. There he spent his childhood and youth with his parents, Russell and Hannah Crofoot. Early in the year 1869 he came to Illinois and settled in Sandwich where his brother, Adelbert B. Crofoot was engaged in business. In 1872 he became a member of the mercantile firm of Crofoot Brothers and Manchester. He remained a member of this firm for more than fifteen years and established a reputation as a reliable, successful business man. Since his retirement from the firm he has been constantly identified with other thriving business enterprises in this city.
"In 1898 when the Sandwich Enterprise Company failed he was appointed receiver, a position he filled with credit and justice to all. When the Enterprise Wind Mill Company succeeded the defunct company, he became interested financially and was its manager until the time of his death.
"When the Sandwich Fair Association was organized in 1888, he became interested, both financially and personally and was always a tower of strength upon the board of directors. He always gave much of his time and contributed largely to the success the fair has enjoyed. No one will miss him more than his fellow workers on this board. For years he has been supervisor of the Floral Hall and took great pride in the showing made. His ability to handle this department was quickly recognized and he has cared for it with perfect satisfaction to the association and to the exhibitors.
"On February 18, 1875, he was married to Minnie A. Chapman, with whom he has lived in happiness for thirty years, whom he leaves with five daughters, and one brother, Adelbert, of Peoria, Ill., to mourn their loss. The children of this marriage are Clara Elizabeth, the wife of Mr. Al Adams, of this city, Ralph Chapman, who died in 1891 at the age of twelve years, Olive B., Hazel E., Hannah and Doris Kathlyn.
"Mr Crofoot leaves a large circle of very warm friends whose friendship for him was a natural consequence of his amiable disposition, and jovial and hearty good nature. It was a privilege for him to help one in time of trouble and to such he was at their service day or night.
"He has always been an enthusiastic and public spirited citizen, being one of that group, who always look to the community's good and the public welfare.
"Mr Crofoot loved his home and its members were always first in his thoughts and affections. As a father one could hardly have been more tender and sacrificing, and as a husband truer or kinder. To wife and children his death is an incalcuable loss, but they are all of that character and disposition that they will be able to comfort one another in an unusual degree, and it is needless to say that they have the sympathy of the whole community who in a real sense share with them in the loss that has been occasioned by his death.
"The funeral services were held Tuesday afternoon at 2 o'clock at his late home on North Main street, and was conducted by Dr. J. M. Lewis who delivered an eloquent discourse. The singing was by C. G. Cass and A. C. Kirkpatrick, Mrs. A. E. Woodward and Miss Gladys Hummel. The pall bearers were Messrs F. A. Pratt, C. G. Arnold, J. B. Tucker, Dr. C. B. Brownell, W. J. Robertson and H. A. Severy. The flowers were many, silent but beautiful tokens of the high esteem in which he was held by a large circle of friends. During the hours of the funeral service the works of the Sandwich Manufacturing Company were closed together with all places of business in Sandwich. The Enterprise Wind Mill Company of which Mr. Crofoot was part owner and manager, did not start up until Wednesday morning. The interment was at Oak Ridge."
From The Sandwich Free Press, Sandwich, Illinois
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