Gustaf Erec "Gust" Anderson is buried in Evergreen Cemetery, Everett, Snohomish Co., WA. Thanks to Find-A-Grave for making this image available.

       

Verner Erick Johnson and Mildred Gertrude Theresa (Lenius) Johnson are buried in Westlawn Cemetery, Wisconsin Rapids, Wood Co., WI. Thanks to Find-A-Grave for making these images available.

   

Daniel Oscar Linden and Helena Elizabeth "Helen" (Johnson) Linden are buried in Forest Hill Cemetery, Wisconsin Rapids, Wood Co., WI. Thanks to Find-A-Grave for making these images available.

   

Erik Leonard Johansson Birth Records.

Gustaf Erec "Gust" Anderson and Marie Ella "Mary" Erickson Marriage Record.

The Grand Rapids Tribune, Grand Rapids, Wood Co., WI, Wednesday, November 4, 1903

FARMER MEETS INSTANT DEATH.

IS THROWN FROM RIG ON HIS WAY HOME.

Horses ran Away and the Buggy Strikes Obstruction and Occupant is Thrown to Ground, Breaking his Neck and Causing Death.

Erick Johnson, a farmer living in the town of Sherry, met instant death on Thursday evening while on his way home from this city, he being thrown from his vehicle in such a manner that his neck was broken. The time and manner of Johnson's death is not known exactly as he was alone when the accident happened, and he was not found until about 8:30 that evening, at which time he had been dead for some time. Johnson left this city about 6:30 that evening in company with Andrew Anderson. He was somewhat under the influence of liquor at the time and Anderson states that he got him to go along with him to drive the horse. Anderson states that after they left the city Johnson was not satisfied with the manner in which Anderson was driving, and that he took the lines from him and drove himself, whipping the horse and making it go at a rapid rate. Anderson was afraid that some accident would happen and when the two reached Derrich's place on the outskirts of the city he got out and allowed Johnson to proceed on his way home alone. After being at the saloon awhile Martin Olin came along and young Anderson got in with him and proceeded on his way toward home. When near Julius Mathews place their team stopped and refused to go further. Getting out to see what was the matter they found Johnson lying in the road dead. The road was narrow and they were unable to get by without moving the body, so they rolled it to one side and went to Mr. Mathew's place and telephoned to this city. Justice Cooper was notified and he went to the scene of the accident and impanelled a coroners jury, which view the remains and adjourned until next morning. They found a bruised spot on Johnson's head and his neck was broken, and a verdict of accidental death was brought in. There were no witnesses to the accident and Anderson's testimony was about as given above. Johnson was a man about thirty-five years old and leaves a wife and two children. He was a new settler in this county, having come here from the old country a year ago last June. He settled on a farm in Sherry where he had constructed a log shanty in which he and his family lived. The shanty had been build only recently and is said to be in an incomplete condition, the family being very poor. When found Johnson had no money in his possession, nor anything of value.

The Wisconsin Valley Leader, Grand Rapids, Wood Co., WI, Thursday, November 5, 1903

MEETS SUDDEN DEATH.

Erick Johnson of Town of Sherry Falls From Wagon and Breaks His Neck.

While enroute for his home in the town of Sherry last Friday night Erick Johnson, a newcomer in this country who came here from the old country a little more than a year ago, met his death by falling from his wagon and breaking his neck. He left town in an intoxicated condition, accompanied by Andrew Anderson, who was persuaded to accompany Johnson and drive the horse, but before they reached Derrick's saloon in the town of Sigel, Johnson took the reins and drove at such a pace that Anderson feared to accompany him further and let him go on alone. Afterwards in company of Martin Olin Anderson started for home and when near Julius Matthew's place they discovered Johnson lying in the road dead. They went on to Mathew's place and telephoned the news to this city. Johnson was about 35 years of age and leaves a wife and two children in rather a destitute condition.

The Daily Leader, Grand Rapids, Wood Co., WI, Thursday, July 5, 1917

SIGEL

Mrs. G. E. Anderson died at her home here on Thursday after an illness of several weeks. Funeral services will be held on Sunday.

The Grand Rapids Tribune, Grand Rapids, Wood Co., WI, Thursday, July 5, 1917

DEATHS IN SIGEL.

Mrs. Ella Mary Anderson, wife of Christ Anderson, died on June 28th and was buried on Sunday from the Swedish Lutheran church, Rev. Nordling officiating. Deceased is survived by her husband and two small children.

The Wood County Reporter, Grand Rapids, Wood Co., WI, Thursday, May 16, 1918

SIGEL

A large crowd attended the auction sale held at the G. E. Anderson home on Wednesday afternoon.

The Grand Rapids Tribune, Grand Rapids, Wood Co., WI, Thursday, December 26, 1918

SIGEL

Adolph Johnson died at the home of his mother, Wednesday morning after several months illness. The funeral was held on Saturday morning at ten o'clock from the home. Mr. Andree officiating and burial took place at Grand Rapids. The deceased was born June 20th, 1900, and was 18 years, 6 months old at the time of his death. He leaves his mother, sister and a brother in France.

The Grand Rapids Tribune, Grand Rapids, Wood Co., WI, Thursday, August 14, 1919

SIGEL

Gust Anderson has gone to Ironwood, Mich., where he has secured employment.

The Daily Tribune, Grand Rapids, Wood Co., WI, Monday, May 16, 1921

SIGEL COUPLE ARE UNITED IN MARRIAGE

Gust Anderson and Anna Johnson, both of the town of Sigel, were united in marriage Tuesday evening, April 10th, at five o'clock at the home of the bridegroom. Rev. F. G. Oleson, pastor of the Lutheran church of this city, performed the marriage service. They were attended by Mr. and Mrs. Lee Anderson at matron and groomsman. Following the ceremony a wedding dinner was served to fifty guests. The house and tables were decorated with spring flowers. The newlyweds will reside on Mr. Anderson's farm near Sigel. Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Larson of Sheridan, Wis., were out of town guests.

The Marshfield News-Herald, Marshfield, Wood Co., WI, Monday, April 22, 1929

G. E. Anderson left Saturday for a short visit with his brother Ivar Anderson and family at Eau Claire.

Stevens Point Daily Journal, Stevens Point, Portage Co., WI, Friday, June 8, 1934

Oakland Briefs

Mr. and Mrs. Almo Larson attended the graduating exercises at Waupaca high school Friday evening. Esther Larson, a niece of Mr. Larson, was a graduate.

Oshkosh Daily Northwestern, Oshkosh, Winnebago Co., WI, August 7, 1934

Waupaca, Wis.

Vernon Vedner and Mrs. Caroline Weatherbee were united in marriage Thursday evening at the groom's house, the Rev. F. A. Reier officiating. Attendants were Miss Delia Vedner and Frank Peter. Mr. Vedner is a member of the city council.

Arthur David Larson and Caroline B. (Schnacky) (Wetherbee) Vedner Marriage Record.

   

Left to Right: Arthur David Larson, Caroline Barbara (Schnacky) (Wetherbee) (Vedner) Larson, Emma Jane (Abbey) Larson, Walter Emanuel Larson and Helen M. (Frazer) Larson, and Almo Joshua Larson.

Following is the newspaper article about the Larson-Vedner wedding on October 2, 1937.

The Larson-Vedner Wedding Saturday

A beautiful marriage occurred Saturday at high noon when Caroline Vedner became the bride of Arthur D. Larson at the Larson farm home near Sheridan. The bride was attired in a lovely gown of white panne satin and carried a bouquet of American Beauty roses and baby's breath. Vernon Wetherbee gave the bride in marriage. Mrs. Paul Bammel sang "The End of a Perfect Day", accompanied by Mrs. Leonard Peterson, just before the bride's entrance. Yellow and salmon-tinted gladioli and ferns formed the background in the parlor where the couple said their vows before Rev. F. A. Reier. Autumn leaves and pompons also decked the rooms. A green and gold color scheme was carried out in the dining room where covers were laid for 30 relatives and friends at an elaborate wedding dinner. Rev. Reier acted as toastmaster, as the guests toasted the bride and groom, while telegrams of congratulations were relayed over the telephone to Mr. and Mrs. Larson from relatives too distant to attend. The following were among the invited guests: Rev. and Mrs. F. A. Reier and daughter Delores; Mr. and Mrs. Almo J. Larson, Waupaca; Wilbur Larson, Green Bay; Miss Esther Larson, Chicago; Vernon Wetherbee, Waupaca; Mr. and Mrs. Vernon Peterson, Sheridan; Mr. and Mrs. P. B. Bammel, Mr. and Mrs. D. F. Burnham, Waupaca; Mr. and Mrs. L. A. Olsen, Racine; Mr. and Mrs. Hy. (Henry) Schnacky, Cudahy; Mrs. O. Helpap, Orviz Helpap and Miss V. Dahlberg, Rice Lake. Mrs. L. Syms and Miss M. Lindstrom catered. Mrs. M. May, Henrietta Burnham, Gladys Bammel and Corintha Reier served as waitresses. Mr. and Mrs. Larson left in the afternoon for a trip through Wisconsin, Minnesota and the Dakotas, to visit relatives and are returning this week Friday.

The Appleton Post-Crescent, Appleton, Outagamie Co., WI, Monday, October 4, 1937

Vednor-Larson

Saturday noon occurred the marriage of Mrs. Caroline Vednor and Arthur D. Larson, both of Waupaca, the ceremony taking place in the home of Mr. Larson with the Rev. F. A. Reier, pastor of Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran church, officiating. The couple was attended by Miss Esther Larson, Chicago, daughter of the bridegroom, and Vernon Weatherbee, son of the bride. The Lohengrin wedding march was played by Mrs. Peterson and during the ceremony Mrs. Paul Bammel sang (The End of a Perfect Day", accompanied by Mrs. Peterson. Twenty-five guests were served a wedding dinner immediately following the ceremony by the Misses Sylvia Bammel, Henrietta Burnham and Corintha Reier. The couple left for a trip to Unity, Wis., and will return within a few days to the farm home of Mr. Larson.

The Daily Tribune, Wisconsin Rapids, Wood Co., WI, Friday, May 1, 1937

Daniel Linden, 76, Dies; Rites Monday

Daniel O. Linden, 76, Rt. 2, died at University Hospitals, Madison, at 2:30 p.m. Thursday after a six-month illness. He had been a patient at the hospital the past 28 days. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Mondat at the Assembly of God Church, the Rev. L. E. Curtis officiating and the Rev. John Ohlin assisting. Interment is to be in Forest Hill Cemetery. Mr. Linden was previously employed as a maintenance man at Riverview Hospital. As a young man he was a member of Sweden's armed forces before coming to this country in 1909. He had been a resident of Wisconsin Rapids since 1938. He was born in Hjo, Sweden, June 30, 1882, the son of Mr. and Mrs. August Carlson. His first wife, the former Jennie Lunn of Salem, Mo., died in 1930. On Nov. 14, 1936, he married the former Helen Johnson at Rockford, Ill. Survivors include his wife; two daughters, Mrs. Howard Cudlipp, Detroit, and Mrs. Ted Ougensen, Rockford; five sons, Ronald, Leonard, Charles, Phillip and James, all of Wisconsin Rapids; two brothers, Justus and Richard, and three sisters, Veda, Augusta and Gertrude, all of Sweden. There are twograndchildren. Friends may call at the Taylor Funeral Home from 7 p.m. Saturday until noon Monday and at the church after 1 p.m.

The Daily Tribune, Wisconsin Rapids, Wood Co., WI, Friday, October 22, 1937

Death Claims Mrs. Gustave Anderson of Sigel Township

Mrs. Gustave Anderson, 60, died at her residence in the town of Sigel at 1:30 o'clock this morning after a lingering illness of several years. The funeral will be held Monday, October 25, at 1:30 p.m. from the Krohn & Berard chapel to the Bethany Lutheran church at Segil. The Rev. Alfred Hemming will conduct the services and burial will be in Forest Hill cemetery. She was born Anna Johanson in Sun Sval, Sweden, July 14, 1877, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Johanson. She was married there in 1896 to Erick Johnson, who died in 1902. The following year she came to this country with her three children and settled in the town of Sigel, where she had since resided. Mrs. Anderson was remarried on May 11, 1923 to Gustave Anderson, who, with her two children, Verner Johnson and Mrs. Daniel Linden, Sigel, survive her. One son preceded his mother in death. Other survivors are three grand-children, one step-daughter, Miss Edith Anderson, Everet, Wash., and two sisters in Sweden. The body will lie at the Krohn & Berard funeral home until time of services.

The Daily Tribune, Wisconsin Rapids, Wood Co., WI, Saturday, July 16, 1938

Sigel

Miss Edythe Anderson, who is employed at Everett, Wash., is visiting with her father G. E. Anderson.

Gustaf Erec "Gust" Anderson Death Record.

The Daily Tribune, Wisconsin Rapids, Wood Co., WI, Friday, September 5, 1958

Former Resident of Sigel Dies in West

Word has been received here of the death of Gust E. Anderson, 87, at Mukilteo, Wash. Mr. Anderson was a resident of the town of Sigel prior to 1942. One daughter, Edythe, of Mukilteo survives.

The Daily Tribune, Wisconsin Rapids, Wood Co., WI, Tuesday, September 3, 1963

Mrs. Helen Linden

Funeral services were held at 2 p.m. today at the Assembly of God Church for Mrs. Helen Linden, 59, town of Saratoga, who died at 1:45 p.m. Saturday at Riverview Hospital where she had been a patient the past four weeks. The Rev. L. E. Curtis officiated and burial was in Forest Hills Cemetery. The former Helen Johnson was born Feb. 26, 1904, in the town of Sigel, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Eric Johnson. Her marriage to Daniel Linden took place Nov. 14, 1936, at Rockford, Ill. She was preceded in death by her husband April 30, 1959, and by one son. Mrs. Linden is survived by five sons, Ronald, Fort Monmouth, N. J.; Leonard, Milwaukee, and Charles, Philip and James, Wisconsin Rapids; two step-daughters, Mrs. Howard Cudlipp, Detroit, and Mrs. Ted Augensen, Rockford; one brother, Verner Johnson, Wisconsin Rapids, and two grandchildren. Funeral arrangements were made by Taylor Funeral Home.

The Daily Tribune, Wisconsin Rapids, Wood Co., WI, Wednesday, June 28, 1972

Verner E. Johnson

Verner E. Johnson, 74, town of Sigel, died at St. Michael's Hospital, Stevens Point, at 5:55 p.m. Tuesday following a lingering illness. Services will be at 1 p.m. Friday at Bethany Lutheran Church, Sigel, the Rev. R. R. Belter officiating. Burial will be in Restlawn Memorial Park. Mr. Johnson was born Nov. 28, 1897, in Sweden, son of Mr. and Mrs. Eric Johnson. He came to the Wisconsin Rapids area with his parents in 1903, and had farmed in the town of Sigel all his life. A World War I veteran, he served in France, and was a member of Buckley Baldwin Post No. 2534, Veterans of Foreign Wars and of World War I Barracks. He held several offices in the Sigel church. He married Mildred Lenius at Rockford, Ill., June 14, 1928. Survivors include his wife; one son, Roger, and a daughter, Mrs. James Berlin, both of Nekoosa, and five grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a brother, a sister and a grandson. Friends may call at Taylor Funeral Home from 2 p.m. Thursday until 11 a.m. Friday and at the church from 11:30 a.m. until time of services.

The Daily Tribune, Wisconsin Rapids, Wood Co., WI, Friday, March 22, 2002

Mildred G. Johnson

Mildred G. Johnson, 94, of 921 3rd St. S., Wisconsin Rapids, died Wednesday afternoon, March 20, 2002, at Riverview Manor. Services will be at 11 a.m. on Monday at Bethany Lutheran Church in the town of Sigel. The Rev. Blaine Niskanen will officiate. Burial will be in Westlawn Memorial Park Cemetery. Mrs. Johnson was born July 24, 1907, in Rockford, Ill., to William and Emma (Everett) Lenius. She married Verner E. Johnson on June 14, 1928, at St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Rockford. He died June 27, 1972. She was a homemaker and had been employed as a telephone operator at Rudolph Telephone Co. She was a member of Bethany Lutheran Church and the VFW Auxiliary in Rudolph. Survivors include one son, Roger (Shirley), Nekoosa; one daughter, Carol (Donald) Schmelter, Wisconsin Rapids; five grandchildren, Douglas and Keith Johnson, Nededah; Dawn Cumberland, Nekoosa and Mark and Kirk Freeberg, Wisconsin Rapids; 10 great-grandchildren; one sister, Elia Kesecker, Rockford; and several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her parents, her husband, two brothers and one sister. Friends may call at Taylor Funeral Home in Wisconsin Rapids from 4 - 8 p.m. on Sunday and at the church on Monday from 10 a.m. until the time of services. Memorials may be designated to Bethany Lutheran Church in the town of Sigel.

The Storm Lake Pilot Tribune, Friday, December 29, 2000

Violet Moller - Dec. 18, 1914 - Dec. 23, 2000

Violet Moller, 86, of Newell, passed away Saturday, Dec. 23, 2000, at the Newell Good Samaritan Center. Violet Rae, was born Dec. 18, 1914, in Everett, Wash., the daughter of Harvey Tillman and Josephine Mary (Hendricks) Schweers. She attended school in Everett, Wash., graduating in 1932. In July of 1932, she was united in marriage to Arthur Schmidt. The couple moved to Mukilte, Wash. In Aug. of 1946 she married Bill Moller and the couple moved to Iowa. Mrs. Moller worked as a cook in many Storm Lake restaurants and drove the city cab for a few years. Following their retirement, the couple moved to Newell where Mrs. Moller was very active with the Rebecca Lodge, Past Noble Grands, Hobby Club, Town and Country card club, the Good Samaritan Camping Group and the Stormy Water Rollers, which she and her husband started. The couple worked for many years caring for the Corps of Engineer Campgrounds in Texas and Missouri. She enjoyed crafts, square dancing, breeding and raising Chinese Pug dogs, and the couple loved going to their summer home in Spirit Lake where they enjoyed fishing. She was very pleased to have started a Brownie troop in Newell in 1960 where she was a very active leader for six years. She was preceded in death by her parents; one brother Carlos; two sisters, Sadie and Marge and one grandson Barton Nehring. Mrs. Moller is survived by her husband Bill of Newell; one daughter Alyce and her husband Frank Falkner of Newell; one son Arthur T. Schmidt of Soldotna, Alaska; three grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. Funeral services for Mrs. Moller were held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 26, 2000, at the United Methodist Church in Newell with Rev. Geneva Parsons officiating. The Stormy Water Rollers were the honorary attendants. Burial was in Newell Cemetery. Farber and Otteman Funeral Home of Newell was in charge of the arrangements.