Alexander Simplot (b. January 05, 1837, d. October 21, 1914)
Alexander Simplot (son of Henry Fredrick Simplot and Susan LeClere) was born January 05, 1837 in Dubuque, Iowa, and died October 21, 1914 in Dubuque, Iowa. He married Virginia Knapp on November 11, 1866.
Notes for Alexander Simplot: Obituary of Alexander Simplot Funeral of Alexander Simplot will be held Saturday Afternoon. Internment in Linwood Cemetery,Dubuque, Iowa. The funeral of Alexander Simplot , one of Dubuque's pioneer resident's , who passed away Wednesday night at the age of 77 years , was held at Walton Chapel , Saturday afternoon at 2:00pm. The final resting place is Linwood Cemetery. Services were conducted by Reverend H. F. Milligan of the First Congregational Church , who paid the deceased a glowing tribute. Reverend Mulligan reviewed the life of Mr. Simplot , speaking of his ability as as artist and portrayal of landscape scenes , as a citizen and early settler and as correspondent during the Civil War. Mrs. Joel Nelson accompanied by Mrs. Edith Groff sang "Abide with me" and "Lead Kindly Light" The Dubuque early settlers association attended the funeral in a body. Hundreds paid a last tribute of respect to the deceased. The floral tributes were many and beautiful. The pall bearers were John Butler , E. H. Smith , A. Hammel , T. B. Cain , Joesph Trudell and Phillip Pier.
Early settlers association takes action on the death of Alexander Simplot. At a meeting of the early settlers association held in their room to take action on the death of Alexander. A member of the association , following resolutions were presented and adopted.
Whereas , in the disposition of providence , another member of our association has been revoked from the scene of his earthly labor to join the great silent army of pioneers who have crossed the river of death before him. Whereas , it is our sad duty to commemorate the loss we have sustained by his departure and to express our sympathy with his relatives and personal friends. Therefore be it resolved. That in the death of Alexander our association has lost a worthy member. His relatives a kind and indulgent father , and the community a highly respected citizen , who's life and reputation was an honor to himself and his family.
More About Alexander Simplot and Virginia Knapp: Marriage: November 11, 1866
Children of Alexander Simplot and Virginia Knapp are:
Alexander Simplot (b. January 05, 1837, d. October 21, 1914)
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