Date of Death: 27 Sep 1916
Subject: Jonas Lentz
Source: Holt County Sentinel, 29 Sep 1916, p. 5

Jonas Lentz, for some thirty years a resident of the Marion district, but recently residing in Andrew county, near Savannah, died at his home, Wednesday morning, September 27, 1916. He was a veteran of the Civil War, and was about 75 years of age. The funeral was held from the family residence, at 1:30 p.m., Thursday, September 28.

Source: Holt County Sentinel, 6 Oct 1916, p. 2

The funeral of Jonas Lentz was held at his home, northwest of Savannah, yesterday, with addresses by Rev. J. C. Jones and Rev. C. J. Carmichael, and the body was placed in the Savannah cemetery, by the side of his wife, who died a little over a year ago. They were both members of the Primitive Baptist church, and Mr. Lentz was a deacon in the Nodaway church.

Mr. Lentz served three years during the Civil War. He was born in Morrow county, Ohio, August 25, 1844, and died September 27, 1916, at the age of 70 years. He moved to New Point, Mo., about forty years ago, and farmed, and came to Savannah eleven years ago. Those who survive him are two sisters, Mrs. Delana Amos, of St. Joseph, and Mrs. Lydia Allbaugh of Indiana, and two brothers, William Lentz, of New Point, Mo., and Noah Lentz, of Ohio.– Savannah Reporter, September 29, 1916.

Date of Death: 12 Jul 1915
Subject: Cathrine (Fissill) Lentz
Source: Holt County Sentinel, 16 Jul 1915, p. 6

Mr. Will Lentz and sons received word, Monday, that Mrs. Jonas Lentz, of Savannah, died that afternoon from neuralgia of the heart.

Date of Death: 18 Jan 1918
Subject: Robert Lemmon
Source: Holt County Sentinel, 28 Jan 1918, p. 4

The many friends of Robert Lemon, who a few years back lived in Oregon, will be greatly surprised and saddened by the news of his death, which occurred at his home in Kentucky, the 18th inst. His body was brought to Bolckow for burial.

Date of death: 23 May 1904
Subject: John William Leidy
Source: St. Joseph Gazette, 24 May 1904, p. 7

John W. Leidy, an aged man who lived at Crosby [sic], died at the Ensworth hospital yesterday as the result of injuries received on the Burlington railroad several days ago. His food was badly crushed and it was necessary to amputate it. Mr. Leidy did not recover from the operation. Mr. Leidy was about 75 years of age and he leaves several relatives in Crosby. His body will be shipped there this morning for interment.

Note: there is possibly more to his death than meets the eye. In 1893, he attempted suicide by jumping from a train.

Date of death: 18 Nov 1904
Subject: Sarah Jane (Estep or Easthope) Layton
Source: St. Joseph News & Press, 22 Nov 1904, p. 7

Savannah, Mo., Nov. 22.– Mrs. Sarah Layton, an old resident of this city who has but lately moved to Fayetteville, Kan., died last Friday. Her remains were brought to this city, the funeral taking place from the Episcopal Church Sunday afternoon at 3 o’clock, Reverend Flower of St. Joseph officiating.

Misses Emma Layton and Ella Layton arrived in the city Saturday to attend the funeral of their mother.

Date of Death: 23 Sep 1921
Subject: Joseph Dee Law- partial
Source: Savannah Reporter, 7 Oct 1921

Joseph Dee Law who lived in Andrew County … several years until about five … when he moved to Drexel … health for many years and … body was brought from Kansas … and services were held at … E. church, Saturday afternoon … the address was given by … Brown and the body was … Bennet [sic] Lane cemetery. … young man with a life ap- … of promise in usefulness … and of service to others.

Joseph Dee Law, son of William … was born near Elsie … May 28, 1888, and passes … hospital, Kansas City … ing illness, Sept. 23, … [rest of obituary is missing].

Date of Death: 13 Mar 1920
Subject: Lucinda J. (Donovan) Lash
Source: Holt County Sentinel, 19 Mar 1920, p. 3

Mrs. A. J. [sic] Lash, a sister of Mrs. Henry L. and Mrs. Andrew Hershner, a widow, died at her home in Rosendale, Mo., Saturday last, March 13. She is survived by several children. Earl Stephenson and wife attended the funeral, which was held Sunday last.

Date of Death: 10 Mar 1899
Subject: Christian Joseph Lash
Source: Holt County Sentinel, 17 Mar 1899, p. 1

James Donovan, mail carrier on the route between Oregon and New Point, was called to Rosendale, Andrew county, Friday of last week, by the death of his brother-in-law, Christ Lash; he died Saturday, March 11 [sic], 1899, his death having been caused from an accident a few days previous. He was hauling lumber when his team ran away, throwing him off, the wagon box falling on top of him; at the time and for several days he did not seem to be injured, but in a few days he began to complain of a pain in the back part of his head, and it was only a short time until he died– spinal meningitis resulting from the injuries.

Date of Death: 16 Nov 1920
Subject: John Kurth
Source: St. Joseph Observer, 20 Nov 1920

John Kurth, one of the well known citizens of Cosby, 80 years of age, died on Tuesday morning, as the result of a stroke of apoplexy.

Date of Death: 15 July 1878
Subject: Christian Kunz
Source: St. Joseph Daily Herald, 17 July 1878, p. 4

A farmer named Kunz, it is reported, was sunstruck Monday afternoon while at work on his farm three or four miles from here on the Amazonia road, and died almost instantly thereafter.

Date of Death: 10 Nov 1875
Subject: Daniel Cain Knight
Source: Andrew County Republican, 26 Nov 1875, p. 8

Died. In this county, at Flagg [sic] Springs, at the residence of his son, D. B. Knight, on the 10th of November, 1875, Mr. Daniel Knight, in the 75th year of his age. The deceased was an old and respected citizen of the county, ranking among its earliest settlers, having moved here in 1842, and for fifty years was a devoted member of the Methodist Church. He leaves four grown-up children in this county, and an honorable memory behind him.

Date of Death: 27 Jan 1915
Subject: Francis Knickerbocker
Source: Holt County Sentinel, 5 Feb 1915, p. 2

The many friends of Capt. Frank Knickerbocker, in Holt county, will regret to learn of his death which occurred at his home in Savannah, on Wednesday of last week, January 27th. He had been a resident of Andrew county for 60 years, originally locating at Fillmore. He was on of the oldest practicing attorneys in this section of the state. He was a veteran of the civil war.

Date of Death: 26 Feb 1918
Subject: Andrew Jackson Kline (or Cline)
Source: Holt County Sentinel, 8 Mar 1918, p. 1

Mr. John Kline and Mrs. Caleb Rayhill were called to Rosendale, last Tuesday by the death of a brother at that place. Funeral services were held Wednesday.

Date of Death: 17 [or 20] Jun 1876
Subject: Hendley K. Kirtley
Source: Andrew County Republican, 20 Jul 1876, p. 4

Died. In this place on Monday evening last, July 17th, of cholera infantum, Infant Son, of Mr. and Mrs. Nicholas Kirtly [sic], aged about 3 months.

Date of Death: 26 Jul 1876
Subject: Annie (Scott) Kirtley
Source: Andrew County Republican, 27 Jul 1876, p. 1

Died. In Savannah, Wednesday noon, July 26, 1876, of consumption, Mrs. Anna Kirtley, wife of Nicholas Kirtley, aged about 23 years. The deceased had been lingering several months with this dread disease, with alternate fluctuations for better and worse in her condition, and alternately raising the hopes and fears of her many friends. At last the dread destroyer triumphed, and now she has gone to her long home. On the 17th inst., their infant son died suddenly, of cholera infantum, and this event doubtless aggravated the condition and hasted the death of the mother. In these sad bereavements Mr. Kirtly has the sympathy of our community.

Source: Andrew County Republican, 3 Aug 1876, p. 1

Flag Springs Items. The funeral of Mrs. Nicholas Kirtley will be preached at this place the 3rd Sunday in August, by Rev. Isaiah Williams.

This photo is a picture of my Great-grandfather and Grandfather. The boys were all born in Savannah between 1881 and 1897. They are L-R Evart, Floyd, Lester, William Larkin, Clyde, and Clarence Kirtley. William Larkin married Sarah Lewis, daughter of Caroline Lewis and Granddaughter of John E. Lewis, from Andrew County. William Larkin lived in Savannah from 1880-1910, at the least.

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Date of Death: 8 Jun 1898
Subject: Chandler P. Kinsey
Source: Holt County Sentinel, 10 Jun 1898, p. 4

Company B’s Journey to Camp Alger, The Grand Review, Private Nipbox’s Interesting Letter. … We have the first death in our regiment to report: that of Private Kinsey of Company C, of Maryville which occured [sic] Tuesday. He was known as the owner of the running horse “Knight Templer,” and I believe at one time lived at Maitland. His relatives live near Fillmore.

Bert and Guy.

Date of Death: 9 Jul 1878
Subject: Grace E. King
Source: Holt County Sentinel, 19 Jul 1878, p. 3

From the Savannah Reporter.– Gracie, little daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Geo. King, died during their visit to Indiana. The remains were brought home and buried from the residence of Wm. Cook, in this city, on yesterday morning. It is their first and only child, and they will receive the genuine sympathy of all who mourn for their first born.

Date of Death: 25 Feb 1915
Subject: Ruth (Halbert) Kimberlin
Source: unknown, 5 Mar 1915

Ruth Halbert was born in … county, Illinois, February 12, 1836, and died at her home near … February 25, 1915, at the age of seventy-nine years and thirteen days. At the age of nine years she came with her mother to Andrew county, Missouri. She professed … Jesus at the age of fourteen and was a member of the M… church for six years, when she united with the Bethel Baptist church, of which she remained a faithful and active member until her death. December 14, 1855, she was married to Ferdinand W. Kimberlin, to whom were born nine children, four sons and five daughters, … , Helena; Mary A. Gordon, …; Reba Pulley, Helena; Sara …, St. Joseph; Dora L. and … of the home. Three sons, John, … and Galen preceded her to the spirit world. Mrs. Kimberlin was of a fine character. She was … deeply pious. Her home was known for its unbounded hospitality. She will be greatly missed in the … and in the community. Funeral services were conducted by [the author] of this obituary, Rev. S. …., Bethel Baptist church in the presence of a large audience. … was buried in the cemetery near there to await the resurrection of the just.

Date of Death: 25 Aug 1922
Subject: Malinda Jane (Graham) Kimberlin
Source:The DeKalb County Herald, 31 Aug 1922

Malinda Jane Kimberlin was born February 5, 1835 in Keytesville, Charitor [sic] county, Missouri, departed this life August 26, 1922 in Helena, at the home of her daughter, at the age of 87 years, 6 months and 21 days. She was a daughter of Alexander and Elizabeth Graham. At 9 years of age the family moved to Andrew county, Missouri. On July 3, 1856 she was married to Jacob Kimberlin and to this union were born eight children, one son and four daughters till survive. Mrs. G. B. Christian of Los Angeles, California; Mrs. J. W. Yates of Brunswick, Missouri; Mrs. J. M. Watson of St. Joseph, Missouri; Mrs. Tena Mahar of Helena, Missouri; John of St. Joseph, also two sisters, Mrs. Will Ellingsworth of Lakeside, Washington and Mrs. Sarah Kearby of Savannah, Missouri. She professed faith in her Christ 48 years ago and united with Bethel Baptist church and remained steadfast until death.

Written in memory of one I love Who has left this world, for the home above Her battles are over, her trials are past, With Christ in heaven she is safe at last. This home below will know her no more She has exchanged for the home of the golden shore The home of the soul, where the saints never die Where they shout God’s praises forever on high. Yes Grandma has left us and gone on before We hope to meet her on heaven’s bright shore, The home of the saved, the place of the blest Our loved one has entered her eternal rest. Oh beautiful home, where they sorrow no more Oh beautiful place on the evergreen shore, Oh beautiful land far beyond the sea, Where she is waiting for you and me.

By F. R. Mahar

Date of Death: 22 Jul 1904
Subject: Ferdinand W. Kimberlin
Source: unknown, 29 Jul 1904

Ferdinand W. Kimberlin was born in Bottetout county, Virginia, May 25, 1828. Departed this life July 22, being at the time of his death 76 years, 1 month and 27 days of age.

At about the age of 12 years he moved with his parents to Illinois, and about two years latter [sic] moved to Andrew county, where he has since resided with the exception of four years spent in California. In 1849, during the excitement of the discovery of gold in California, he in company with two of his brothers, Jacob and Wm., went west and meeting with success, remained there until 1853.

He was converted to the Christian faith about 55 years ago, being soon after baptized unto the fellowship of Bethel Baptist church, of which he remained a faithful member until death. He was very charitable toward religious institutions and ever ready to relieve the suffering and help the needy.

On December 13, 1855, he was married to Miss Ruth Halbert. To this union nine children were born, viz.: John, Marion, Mary, Dora, Perry, Galen, Louisiana, Reba and Sera, three of whom, John, Perry and Galen, having died. All of his married life was spent on the farm where he died.

On Sunday morning funeral services conducted by Rev. A. L. Cooper, were held at Bethel church, Rev. Cooper taking for his there this passage of scripture, “I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith,” after which the remains were laid to rest in the cemetery.– A Friend

Date of Death: 17 Jul 1898
Subject: John Killin
Source: Savannah Reporter, 22 Jul 1898

John Killin died at his home in Fillmore, Saturday night, July 17, 1898. His funeral was preached at the M. E. Church by Rev. Clark, and his remains were laid to rest in the Fillmore cemetery, Sunday. Mrs. Killin has the sympathy of the community in her sad bereavement.

Date of Death: 9 Sep 1884
Subject: Etty Killen
Source: Savannah Reporter, 19 Sep 1884

Little Etty, infant daughter of Mr. Samuel and Mary Killen, died Sept. 9, 1884, aged 3 months and 16 days. Little Etty was cousin to little Daisy Simerly, all four [sic] children dying of [illegible] disease– the bronchitis.

Our little darling Etty has gone
To swell the distant heavenly throng;
Left her [illegible] here of clay,
Spread her [illegible]wings and flew away,
But by and by we [illegible] her there,
In angel land, all light and fair,
And live with loved ones ever more
And sing His praise on that blest shore.

Date of Death: 27 Apr 1921
Subject: Albert R. Kienzel
Source: St. Joseph Observer, 30 Apr 1921

Alfred [sic] R. Kienzel, 22 years of age, was found dead in a shallow creek four miles north of the city, on the Amazonia road, Wednesday. He was subject to convulsions and fell into the creek, when in one of them.

Date of Death: 4 May 1920
Subject: William M. Kerr
Source: St. Joseph Observer, 8 May 1920

Dr. W. M. Kerr, one of the oldest and best known Savannah physicians, died suddenly Tuesday morning. He had practiced medicine in that place for over forty years.