Deaths in the 1950s

Daniel W. Biddle

1870–1954 (age 84)

Remington Cemetery

Daniel W. Biddle lived with noble purpose, guiding others with calm resolve and unwavering kindness.

Lawrence Wheeler

1898–1952 (age 54)

IOOF Cemetery

Bartel J. Jonkman

1884–1955 (age 71)

Woodlawn Cemetery

Bartel J. Jonkman will be remembered as a tireless advocate for his community and a friend to many.

John F. Luecke

1889–1952 (age 63)

Lakeview Cemetery

John Essebagger, Jr.

1928–1951 (age 23)

Pilgrim Home Cemetery

John Essebagger, Jr. brought warmth and compassion to every interaction, leaving a heartfelt legacy despite his brief ti...

Laurent Novikoff

1888–1956 (age 68)

Pine Grove Cemetery

Millicent Rogers

1902–1953 (age 51)

Sierra Vista Cemetery

Millicent Rogers will be remembered for her nurturing heart and her commitment to brightening the lives of others.

Oscar E. Berninghaus

1874–1952 (age 78)

Sierra Vista Cemetery

Clement A. Trott

1877–1950 (age 73)

Oak Hill Cemetery

Clement A. Trott leaves behind a legacy of mentorship and community stewardship that endeared him to countless friends.

Edward Howard Griggs

1868–1951 (age 83)

West Cemetery

Hans Barth

1897–1956 (age 59)

Mandarin Cemetery

Hans Barth lived a life marked by quiet integrity and unwavering devotion to those he served.

Vladas Rėklaitis

1888–1952 (age 64)

Saint Casimir Catholic Cemetery

Yaro Victor Brozek

1898–1959 (age 61)

Union Ridge Cemetery

Yaro Victor Brozek will be remembered for his encouraging spirit and the joyful warmth he shared with all around him.

William D. Denney

1873–1953 (age 80)

Christ Episcopal Church Cemetery

Ginger Beaumont

1876–1956 (age 80)

Rochester Cemetery

Ginger Beaumont was a pioneering Major League Baseball outfielder whose steady play thrilled early 20th century fans.

Charlotte Walker

1876–1958 (age 82)

Old City Cemetery

Al Espinosa

1891–1957 (age 66)

San Carlos Cemetery

Al Espinosa was a professional golfer revered for his skill and sportsmanship.

Camille Kelley

1879–1955 (age 76)

Forest Hill Cemetery Midtown

Sam Costen

1882–1955 (age 73)

Forest Hill Cemetery Midtown

Sam Costen is remembered for his steady presence and the warmth he offered to family and community.

Stepan Reshetylo

1889–1950 (age 61)

Saint Nicholas Ukrainian Catholic Cemetery

Rollin Wilson

1899–1953 (age 54)

Forest Hill Cemetery Midtown

Rollin Wilson is fondly remembered for his generous spirit and quiet leadership.

Jay Brownlee Davidson

1880–1957 (age 77)

Iowa State University Cemetery

Jesse H. Ames

1875–1957 (age 82)

Greenwood Cemetery

Jesse H. Ames left a lasting impression through steadfast devotion to his neighbors and loved ones.

Jennie B. Knight

1875–1957 (age 82)

Provo City Cemetery

Ida Smoot Dusenberry

1873–1955 (age 82)

Provo City Cemetery

Ida Smoot Dusenberry was a devoted educator and community supporter whose gentle guidance touched many lives.

Henry Randolph Sutphen

1875–1950 (age 75)

Cedar Lawn Cemetery

Roland Morris Baker

1865–1956 (age 91)

East Cemetery

Roland Morris Baker is remembered for his steady devotion to family and his community.

Frank Parsons Shepard

1920–1959 (age 39)

Cedar Lawn Cemetery

Jerry Unser

1932–1959 (age 27)

Sunset Memorial Park

Jerry Unser was a daring racecar driver whose talent and courage inspired racing fans.

Bill Horr

1880–1955 (age 75)

Onondaga Valley Cemetery

Lionel Simeon Marks

1871–1955 (age 84)

Wenham Cemetery

Lionel Simeon Marks was a celebrated mechanical engineer and author whose work guided generations of students.

Oliver D. Mann

1877–1956 (age 79)

Spring Hill Cemetery and Mausoleum

Robert Seyfarth

1878–1950 (age 72)

Oakwood Cemetery

Robert Seyfarth was a gifted golf course architect whose thoughtful designs are still treasured.

George Seibel

1872–1958 (age 86)

Birmingham Cemetery

Nelle Gilham Lemon Burger

1869–1957 (age 88)

Maple Park Cemetery

A lifelong resident of Maple Park, she was celebrated for steady community service and a hospitable spirit.

Dan M. Nee

1888–1952 (age 64)

Maple Park Cemetery

Daniel Van Voorhis

1878–1956 (age 78)

Memorial Park Cemetery

U.S. Army Major General who championed cavalry and armored modernization with steady leadership.

Earl W. Brannon

1889–1952 (age 63)

Memorial Park Cemetery

Walter Maddock

1880–1951 (age 71)

St. Mary's Cemetery

North Dakota governor who put farmers first and served with integrity.

George Ross Smith

1864–1952 (age 88)

St. Mary's Catholic Cemetery

Charles Badger Clark

1883–1957 (age 74)

Evergreen Cemetery

Beloved cowboy poet whose simple, heartfelt verses captured the American West.

William Binga

1869–1950 (age 81)

Crystal Lake Cemetery

Harry Ostdiek

1881–1956 (age 75)

St. Mary's Catholic Cemetery

A steadfast presence around St. Mary's Catholic community who quietly supported neighbors.

William Nuessle

1878–1959 (age 81)

St. Mary's Cemetery

Chester Mead

1900–1959 (age 59)

Greenlawn Cemetery and Mortuary

Local leader whose quiet optimism helped guide his community through difficult times.

Levi T. Pennington

1863–1955 (age 92)

Daytona Memorial Park

John Taylor Woodbury Jr.

1884–1953 (age 69)

Saint George City Cemetery

Civic-minded leader in Saint George known for fairness and attentive public service.

William Henry Abington

1870–1951 (age 81)

Beebe Cemetery

Royal R. Campbell

1886–1951 (age 65)

Evergreen Cemetery

A generous presence who supported his Evergreen neighborhood with quiet devotion.

Louis Upton

1886–1952 (age 66)

Crystal Springs Cemetery