Annie Parker: McKeown Genealogy

1829 - 1892 (62 years)

Generation: 1

Annie Parker was born on 21 May 1829 in Rathfriland, County Of Down, Ireland; died on 6 Mar 1892 in Mediapolis, Des Moines County, Iowa; was buried in Sharon Cemetery, Mediapolis, Des Moines County, Iowa.

Notes:

McKeown Family Bible record: Marriages.

Hand written on the marriage page.
Anna Parker born 1829 in co. Autrim Ireland. Came across when 6 wks old.

In a different handwriting - died Mch 6 1892

McKeown Family Bible record: Deaths.
Mrs. Anna McKeown Mch 6 1892 Sab 12:55 PM. Mother was born May 21st 1829.

From published records for the Sharon Reformed Presbyterian Church Cemetery. Page 13. McKeown, Anna P. B 21 May 1829. D 7 Mar 1892 wife of J. G. McKeown.

LKH note:
There are four head stones in a row. Small headstone on left is from 3 of the children who died young. It is difficult to read. Next stone to the right is for Mother Anna P, wife of J. G. McKeown. Next stone to the right is for Father John G. McKeown. Stone on the farthest right is for Mary L. dau of J. G. & Ann P. McKeown.

Sharon Reformed Presbyterian Church Cemetery is located in the center of the western side of Section 8W, Yellow Springs Township, Des Moines County, Iowa, North of Mediapolis.

Morning Sun Herald, 5 July 1888. Page 8.
Mrs. J. G. McKeown started today to visit her son in Muscatine county.

Morning Sun News, Morning Sun, Iowa, 11 February 1892, page 4: Mrs. John G. McKeown in the vicinity of Mediapolis is on the sick list. Her feet and lower limbs are paralyzed and her recovery seems to be slow.

Morning Sun News, Morning Sun, Iowa, 10 March 1892, page 4: Mrs. John McKeown died on Sabbath afternoon and was buried Tuesday. Rev. T. P. Robb of Sharon, conducted the services at the house, assisted by Rev. Wm. Littlejohn. Her children living were all present at the funeral except her son John from Pipestone. Miss Parker from Washington was in town attending the funeral of her sister, Mrs. McKeown.

Memoir of Mrs. John G. McKeown. Mrs. Annie Parker McKeown died at her house north of Mediapolis, Iowa, March 6, 1892, at 12:55 P.M. She was born near Rathfriland, County of Down, Ireland, May 21, 1829, and come with her parents, John and Margaret Parker, to Rochester, New York and then to Zanesville, Ohio, where they resided until 1847, when they came to Des Moines County. She made a profession of faith and was received in Sharon (Reformed Presbyterian) congregation in 1848 and remained a consistent member until her death. She was united in marriage to John G. McKeown, Feb. 27, 1849, and was a devoted wife and mother. Twelve children were born to them. Three preceded her to the Realm of Light, and nine remain to mourn the loss of a loving, faithful mother. She had been a sufferer with creeping paralysis for some time. It had weakened her so much that she was not able to resist an attack of la grippe that seized her Jan 20, from which time she was unable to help herself, but in all her sufferings she was very patient, and able to say the Lord's will be done. She was conscious to the last, and peacefully passed away . She was ready and waiting for the summons, to enter into that Heavenly home, "an house not made with hand."
Copy of memorial courtesy of Dale Thompson.

Last Will and Testament of Anna McKeown.

I Anna McKeown of Yellow Springs township Des Moines County, State of Iowa, being of sound and disposing mind and memory though of feeble heath of body and being desirous of making proper disposition of my worldly estate while I have capacity to do so, do make and publish this my last will and testament as follows.
First, I give to my daughter Sarah J. McKeown, My large arm chair and our bedstead and bedding.
Second, I give to my daughter Mary L. McKeown our bedstead and bedding and my pocket Bible.
Third, I give to my daughter M. Emma McKeown my upholstered red armchair and our bedstead and bedding.
Fourth I give to my daughter Samantha A. McKeown my parlor organ, my bureau, and our bedstead and bedding.
Fifth I give to my son Albert A. McKeown my buggy, set double harness, and set of double heavy harness.
Sixth, I give to my son W. Ira McKeown, my working clock and lap robe.
Seventh, I give to my son John L. McKeown, “The Foot Prints of Time”.
Eighth, my Moneys and credits and all household goods not herein before named I give and bequeath to my nine children Sarah J.; Mary L.; M. Emma; Samantha A.; Albert R.; W. Ira; Moses P.; James A.; and John L.; the moneys and credits to be divided among them equally share and share alike and the household goods as they may agree.
Ninth: The property herein bequeathed being derived from the estate of my deceased father John Parker, who directed that the same should d_____ to my children at my death this distribution is made in accordance ______

In witness of all the foregoing I have hereunto set my hand this 16 day of February A.D.1892 and I request Sam. R. Heizer and Wm. Hewusbrigh [spelling?] to witness the same.

Anna McKeown
her X mark
Signed in presence of
Saml B. Higgin
William Herusbrigh [spelling?]

* * *

State of Iowa
Des Moines County
I, W. D. Inghram Clerk of District County within and for said County and State, hereby certify that on this day 12 April A.D. 1892 the foregoing last Will and Testament of Anna McKeown was duly proven before and allowed of said Court, and that the same has been recorded.
Witness my hand with the Seal of said Court offered done at Burlington this 12 day of April 1892.

W.D. Inghram
Clerk of District Court

Buried:
https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/22941539/annie-mckeown

Annie married John Glasgow McKeown on 27 Feb 1849 in Des Moines County, Iowa. John (son of Alexander McKeown and Rosanna Glasgow) was born on 17 Apr 1821 in County Londonderry, Ireland; died on 9 Feb 1889 in Mediapolis, Des Moines County, Iowa; was buried in Sharon Cemetery, Mediapolis, Des Moines County, Iowa. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Children:

2. Sarah Jane McKeown was born on 13 Jan 1850 in Iowa; died on 6 Jan 1930 in Des Moines County, Iowa; was buried in Sharon Cemetery, Mediapolis, Des Moines County, Iowa.
3. James Alexander McKeown was born on 15 May 1851 in Iowa; died on 25 Aug 1928 in Des Moines County, Iowa; was buried on 27 Aug 1928 in Kossuth Cemetery, Mediapolis, Des Moines County, Iowa.
4. Moses Brown McKeown was born on 31 Aug 1852 in Iowa; died on 13 Oct 1852; was buried in Sharon Cemetery, Mediapolis, Des Moines County, Iowa.
5. Mary Lavina McKeown was born on 14 Sep 1853 in Iowa; died on 6 Apr 1908 in Mediapolis, Des Moines County, Iowa; was buried in Sharon Cemetery, Mediapolis, Des Moines County, Iowa.
6. Moses Parker McKeown was born on 1 Dec 1854 in Iowa; died on 25 May 1950 in Letts, Louisa County, Iowa; was cremated in Sharon Cemetery, Mediapolis, Des Moines County, Iowa.
7. William Arthur McKeown was born on 15 Oct 1856 in Iowa; died on 9 Feb 1863; was buried in Sharon Cemetery, Mediapolis, Des Moines County, Iowa.
8. John Love McKeown was born on 29 Dec 1858 in Mediapolis, Des Moines County, Iowa; died on 6 May 1944 in Agra, Lincoln County, Oklahoma; was buried on 10 May 1944 in Kossuth Cemetery, Mediapolis, Des Moines County, Iowa.
9. Margaret Emily McKeown was born on 16 Jul 1862 in Iowa; died on 9 Feb 1863 in Iowa; was buried in Sharon Cemetery, Mediapolis, Des Moines County, Iowa.
10. Samantha Ann McKeown was born on 16 Apr 1865 in Iowa; died on 12 Jan 1948 in Mediapolis, Des Moines County, Iowa; was buried on 14 Jan 1948 in Sharon Cemetery, Mediapolis, Des Moines County, Iowa.
11. Melinda Emily McKeown was born on 21 Apr 1867 in Iowa; died in May 1957 in Mediapolis, Des Moines County, Iowa; was buried in Sharon Cemetery, Mediapolis, Des Moines County, Iowa.
12. William Ira McKeown was born on 6 Feb 1869 in Des Moines County, Iowa; died on 28 Dec 1922 in Winona, Winona County, Minnesota; was buried on 31 Dec 1922 in Lakeview Cemetery, Eau Claire, Eau Claire County, Wisconsin.
13. Albert Rutherford McKeown was born on 22 Jan 1871 in Iowa; died on 23 Jul 1954 in Minneapolis, Hennepin County, Minnesota; was buried in Ashland Cemetery, Saint Joseph, Buchanan County, Missouri.

Generation: 2

Sarah Jane McKeown

(1.Annie¹) was born on 13 Jan 1850 in Iowa; died on 6 Jan 1930 in Des Moines County, Iowa; was buried in Sharon Cemetery, Mediapolis, Des Moines County, Iowa.

Other Events:

Census: 1900, Yellow Springs, Des Moines County, Iowa
Census: 1925, Mediapolis, Des Moines County, Iowa

Notes:

McKeown Family Bible record, Births.
Sarah J. McKeown Sab. Jan 13th 1850 10:00 AM.

McKeown Family Bible record: Deaths.
Sarah J died 2 Am Jan 6, 1930. Buried in Sharon Cemetery.

From published records for the Sharon Reformed Presbyterian Church Cemetery. Page 15. MeKeown, Sarah Jane, 1850-1930 Dau of J.G.& A. P.

LKH note:
There are four head stones in a row. Small headstone on left is from 3 of the children who died young. It is difficult to read. Next stone to the right is for Mother Anna P, wife of J. G. McKeown. Next stone to the right is for Father John G. McKeown. Stone on the farthest right is for Mary L. dau of J. G. & Ann P. McKeown.

Sharon Reformed Presbyterian Church Cemetery is located in the center of the western side of Section 8W, Yellow Springs Township, Des Moines County, Iowa, North of Mediapolis.

Census info.
1900 US census, Yellow Springs, Des Moines County, Iowa. Sarah McKeown, age 50; and Mary McKeown, age 46, sister.

1925 Iowa state census, Mediapolis, Des Moines County, Iowa. Sarah J. McKeown, age 75; and Samantha A. McKeown, age 55, sister.

The following from the vicinity attended the funeral services for Miss Sarah McKeown, held at Sharon church, Wednesday afternoon, conducted by Rev. H.G. Patterson of this place, assisted by Rev. M. Kerr of Mediapolis: Mrs. H.G. Patterson, Miss Lizzie Marshall, Miss Gussie Goudie, Miss Jessie Moore, S.H. Curran, Mrs. Della Copeland, Mrs. Sarah Dickson, Mrs. Maude McHaffy, Mrs. J.T. Carithers, Mrs. J.W. Baird, Mrs. James McKeown, Ralph McKeown, Mr. and Mrs. Conrad Casten, Mrs. M.S. Hutcheson and I. R. Carithers.

Burlington Hawk Eye Gazette, Burlington, Iowa. Friday 10 Jan 1932

Death of well-known Mediapolis woman.
Miss Sarah Jane McKeown, 79, well known resident of Mediapolis died January 6th, following a few days illness with pneumonia. Deceased was a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John McKeown and was born near Lind Grove, in Des Moines county January 13,1850. She is survived by two sisters, Samantha McKeown and Mrs. Emma Brewster of Mediapolis and three brothers, M.P. McKeown of Muscatine, A.R. McKeown on St. Joseph, Mo., and J.L. McKeown of Eager, Okla. The funeral services were held Wednesday afternoon at Sharon church, south of Morning Sun, conducted by Rev. H. G. Patterson. Miss McKeown was a life-long member of the Sharon R.P. church.
Mrs. J.A. McKeown, Ralph McKeown, Mr. and Mrs. Conrad Casten, Rev. and Mrs. H.G. Patterson, Mrs. J.W. Baird, Mrs. J.T. Carithers, Mrs. Margaret Wilson, Mrs. Maude Mehaffy, Mrs. O.M. Hensleigh, Mrs. Dell Copeland, Mrs. Sarah Dickson, Miss Lizzie Marshall and S.H. Curran attended the funeral services of Miss Sarah McKeown of Mediapolis, Wednesday.

Morning Sun News-Herald, Morning Sun, Iowa. Thursday, 9 January 1930. Page 1

Hold M’Keown Funeral Rites
Services for Miss Sarah McKeown Held at Sharon Church Yesterday.
Morning Sun, Ia., Jan. 8. – Funeral services for Miss Sarah McKeown was held Wednesday afternoon at 2:30 in the Sharon church where she had been a lifelong member. She was the daughter of John and Ann Parker McKeown and the eldest of twelve children, being nearly 80 years old. Those who survive her are: John of Agra, Okla.; Parker of Conesville, Ia.; and Albert of St. Joe, Mo.; and two sisters, Mrs. Emma Brewster and Miss Samantha McKeown of Mediapolis. Rev. H.G. Patterson of the Reformed Presbyterian church of Morning Sun and Rev. Kerr of the Presbyterian church of Mediapolis conducted the services. The choir composed of Mr. W.E. Wilson, Mrs. Talmage Mehaffy, Mr. I.E. Carithers and Mr. Eugene Reid sang.
The pall bearers were Alfred Kilpatrick, Merle Baird, Chester McKeown, Stanley McKeown, Roy McKeown and Estef Rasmus.
Those in attendance from here were: Rev. and Mrs. H.G. Patterson, Mrs. Blanche Thompson and Wilmer, Mrs. J.T. Carithers and Mrs. Mary Ann Baird, I.R. Carithers, Brown Hays, Miss Lizzie Marshall, Mr. and Mrs. Oscar Baird, Mr. and Mrs. J.T. Carithers, Mr. and Mrs. T.J. Hensleigh, Miss Gussie Goudie, Miss Jessie Moore, Mr. Howard Curran, Mrs. T.C. Copeland, Mrs. Maud Mehaffy, Mrs. Sarah Dickson, Mr. and Mr. M.S. Hutchison, Mr. and Mrs. Conrad Casten, Mrs. James McKeown and son Ralph and others. Interment in the Sharon cemetery by the church.
[newspaper clipping. No publication information available.]

Buried:
https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/21142017/sarah-jane-mckeown

James Alexander McKeown

(1.Annie¹) was born on 15 May 1851 in Iowa; died on 25 Aug 1928 in Des Moines County, Iowa; was buried on 27 Aug 1928 in Kossuth Cemetery, Mediapolis, Des Moines County, Iowa.

Other Events:

Census: 1885, Yellow Springs, Des Moines County, Iowa
Census: 1900, Yellow Springs, Des Moines County, Iowa
Census: 1910, Morning Sun, Louisa County, Iowa
Census: 1920, Morning Sun, Louisa County, Iowa
Census: 1925, Morning Sun, Louisa County, Iowa

Notes:

McKeown Family Bible record: Births.
James A. Thurs. May 13th 1851 12-PM.

McKeown Family Bible record: Deaths.
James A. McKeown died Aug 25 1928. Buried Aug 27 Kossuth Cemetery.

Morning Sun News, Morning Sun, Iowa, 22 December 1892, Page 4. James McKeown has bought some lots in the northwest part of town.

Morning Sun News-Herald, Morning Sun, Iowa, 16 October 1902, page 8. Charlie Waite has resigned as carrier on mail route No. 2, and James McKeown has been appointed his successor.

Morning Sun News-Herald, Morning Sun, Iowa, 3 January 1907, page 1. James McKeown was painfully injured by being thrown out from a buggy.

Mr. and Mrs. James McKeown and son, Ralph, are en route to Winnipeg, Can., for a visit with friends. Mr. an Mrs. Conrad Casten expect to move over to the McKeown farm and look after things during their absence.
Quad-City Times, Davenport, Iowa. Tuesday, 24 August 1926, page 2.

Morning Sun, la., Aug. 28.-James A. McKeown, aged 77 years, who passed away at his home one mile northwest of town Saturday afternoon, was the eldest :son of John Glasgow and Anna Parker McKeown and was born May 15, 1851, near Lynn Grove, Ia. He was married to Miss Eva L. Bandy in Mediapolis, la., December 14, 1880. To this union were born five children, who with the wife and mother mourn the passing of a kind and loving husband and father. He also leaves to mourn his loss six grandchildren, one great grandchild and three sisters, Miss Samantha McKeown, Miss Sarah McKeown and Mrs. Emma Brewster of Mediapolis and three brothers, M. P of Muscatine, Albert of St Joe, Mo., and John of Oklahoma. Private funeral services were held at the home on Monday and burial was in Kossuth cemetery. Those present from a distance for the funeral were Mr. and Mrs. M. P. McKeown and Mr. and Mrs. Richard Lord and granddaughter from Muscatine:; Mr. and Mrs. Albert McKeown and daughter of St. Joe, Mo.; Mr. and Mrs. James Pritchard, Burlington; Mr. and Mrs. Albert Watson from near Mt. Pleasant; Frank Bandy and daughter of Washington; Stanley McKeown and family, Mr. and Mrs. Luther McKelvey of Wapello and a number of relative from Mediapolis and Winfield.
Burlington Hawk-Eye Gazette, Burlington, Iowa. 29 August 1928, page 8.

Census info.
1885 Iowa state census, Yellow Springs, Des Moines County, Iowa. James McKeown age 32; Eva age 25; and Roy B. age 1.

1900 US census, Yellow Springs, Des Moines County, Iowa. James E. McKeown age 49; Eva E. age 37; Roy B. age 16; Alice I. age 14; and Alma E. age 14.

1910 US census, Morning Sun, Louisa County, Iowa. James C. McKeown, age 58; Eva L., age 46; Alma, age 24; Elsie, age 8; and Ralph, age 4.

1910 US census, Morning Sun, Louisa County, Iowa. James C. McKeown, age 58; Eva L., age 46; Alma, age 24; Elsie, age 8; and Ralph, age 4.

1925 Iowa state census, Morning Sun, Des Moines County, Iowa. James A. McKeown age 73; Eva L. age 61; and Ralph E. age 18.

Buried:
https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/16971880/james-alexander-mckeown

Harper Addition, Lot 128

James married Eva Laura Bandy on 14 Dec 1880 in Des Moines County, Iowa. Eva (daughter of Isaac Bandy and Lucy Middleton) was born on 23 Jan 1863 in Red Wing, Minnesota; died on 14 May 1931 in Burlington, Des Moines County, Iowa; was buried on 16 May 1931 in Kossuth Cemetery, Mediapolis, Des Moines County, Iowa. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Children:

14. Roy Bruce McKeown was born on 27 Aug 1883 in Yellow Springs, Des Moines County, Iowa; died on 7 Jul 1955 in Los Angeles County, California; was buried in Forest Lawn Memorial Park, Glendale, Los Angeles County, California.
15. Alma McKeown was born on 28 Jun 1885 in Des Moines County, Iowa; died on 12 Mar 1970; was buried on 16 Mar 1970 in Aspen Grove Cemetery, Burlington, Des Moines County, Iowa.
16. Alice Ella McKeown was born on 28 Jun 1885 in Yellow Springs Township, Des Moines County, Iowa; died on 6 Aug 1949 in Spokane, Spokane County, Washington; was buried in unknown.
17. Elsie Leah McKeown was born on 28 May 1901 in Mediapolis, Des Moines County, Iowa; died on 25 Apr 1975; was buried in Elmwood Cemetery, Morning Sun, Louisa County, Iowa.
18. Ralph Edward McKeown was born on 22 Feb 1905 in Mediapolis, Des Moines County, Iowa; died on 5 Dec 1983 in Morning Sun, Louisa County, Iowa; was buried in Elmwood Cemetery, Morning Sun, Louisa County, Iowa.

Moses Brown McKeown

(1.Annie¹) was born on 31 Aug 1852 in Iowa; died on 13 Oct 1852; was buried in Sharon Cemetery, Mediapolis, Des Moines County, Iowa.

Notes:

McKeown Family Bible record: Births.
Moses B. Tues. Aug 31st 1852 11:00 AM.

McKeown Family Bible record: Deaths.
Moses Brown McKeown Oct 13th 1852 Wed 10:00 PM Aged 6 weeks.

From published records for the Sharon Reformed Presbyterian Church Cemetery. Page 13. McKeown, Moses B. D 12 Oct 1852, children of J.G.& Anna McKeown.

There are four head stones in a row. Small headstone on left is from 3 of the children who died young. It is difficult to read. Next stone to the right is for Mother Anna P, wife of J. G. McKeown. Next stone to the right is for Father John G. McKeown. Stone on the farthest right is for Mary L. dau of J. G. & Ann P. McKeown.

Sharon Reformed Presbyterian Church Cemetery is located in the center of the western side of Section 8W, Yellow Springs Township, Des Moines County, Iowa, North of Mediapolis.

Buried:
https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/22941572/moses-brown-mckeown

Mary Lavina McKeown

(1.Annie¹) was born on 14 Sep 1853 in Iowa; died on 6 Apr 1908 in Mediapolis, Des Moines County, Iowa; was buried in Sharon Cemetery, Mediapolis, Des Moines County, Iowa.

Notes:

McKeown Family Bible record: Births.
Mary L. Wed Sept 14, 1853 7:30PM.

McKeown Family Bible record: Deaths.
Mary L. died Apr 6, 1908 in Mediapolis, Iowa. Buried in Sharon Cemetery.

From published records for the Sharon Reformed Presbyterian Church Cemetery. Page 13. McKeown, Mary L. B. 14 Sept 1856. D 6 Apr 1908. Dau of J. G. A. Anna P.

From trip to the cemetery: There are four head stones in a row. Small headstone on left is from 3 of the children who died young. It is difficult to read. Next stone to the right is for Mother Anna P, wife of J. G. McKeown. Next stone to the right is for Father John G. McKeown. Stone on the farthest right is for Mary L. dau of J. G. & Ann P. McKeown.

Sharon Reformed Presbyterian Church Cemetery is located in the center of the western side of Section 8W, Yellow Springs Township, Des Moines County, Iowa, North of Mediapolis.

Buried:
https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/22941480/mary-lavina-mckeown

Moses Parker McKeown

(1.Annie¹) was born on 1 Dec 1854 in Iowa; died on 25 May 1950 in Letts, Louisa County, Iowa; was cremated in Sharon Cemetery, Mediapolis, Des Moines County, Iowa.

Other Events:

Census: 1900, Cedar, Muscatine County, Iowa
Census: 1920, Cedar, Muscatine County, Iowa
Census: 1925, Muscatine County, Iowa
Census: 1930, Cedar, Muscatine County, Iowa

Notes:

McKeown Family Bible record: Births.
M. Parker Fri. Dec 1st 1854 9:30 AM.

Muscatine Journal and News-Tribune, Muscatine, Iowa, 15 January 1931, page 4.
Many visit McKeowns on Anniversary. Mr. and Mrs. M. P. McKeown of Letts, Ia., who celebrated their fiftieth wedding anniversary Monday, informed The Journal today of their appreciation to all the friends who came or sent their cards. Gratitude is expressed for the flowers, songs and prayers, the apples, and the good wishes of over 100 visitors. Those who were kept away Monday by the weather are asked to come and visit when they can. Those who came from Letts are the following: Mr. and Mrs. Epperly and Dorothy Ruth; Henry Lamp; Mr. and Mrs. C. P. Uhr; Mrs. A. Thompson; Mr. and Mrs. James Thomas; Margaret McColm; William McColm; Mr. and Mrs. H. McCleary; Mr. and Mrs. Henry Hendricks; Mrs. John Eliason; Lester Thomas and son and daughter; Mr. and Mrs. E. W. Black; Mr. and Mrs. I. J. Williams; Clarence Sooter; Harold Sooter; the Rev. W. M. Sooter and wife; Mr. and Mrs. W. S. Hunter; Clark Shellabarger; Mr. and Mrs. W. L. Shellabarger; Mary Alice and Richard Shellabarger; Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Manning; Mr. and Mrs. Charles Estle; Mr. and Mrs. Harry Holmes; Mr. and Mrs. Fred Cecil and Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Brookheart. Visitors from Muscatine were the following: Mr. and Mrs. Earl Smalley; Mrs. Anis Smalley; A. C. Epperly; Mr. and Mrs. S. C. Atlekruse; Mr. and Mrs. Millard Riggs; Mr. and Mrs. C. C. Altekruse and daughter; Mr. and Mrs. A. J. Wood; Mrs. Minerva Cochran; James Hartman; Mr. and Mrs. E. E. Eichelberger; Mr. and Mrs. Milton Waltz. Other guests were Mr. and Mrs. Ralph G. Thomas of Washington, D.C.; Mr. and Mrs. James McKee, Mr. and Mrs. John Curtin; J. S. Bowlby; F. Coffin, all of Conesville; Mr. and Mrs. Chester McKeown, Lucille and Evelyn, Mrs. E. Bruster, all of Mediapolis; Stanley McKeown of Wapello; Mr. and Mrs. Hensley, Morning Sun; C. T. Reddick, Parker, Kas.; Mr. and Mrs. C. M. Estel of Conesville; the Rev. and Mrs. J. H. Decker of Cranston; Richard Lord of Nichols. regret cards were received from Mrs. Alice C. Templeton; Eugene and Emma Reed, Mediapolis; J. Shellabarger Turkington, Letts; Matilda Letts, Letts; Mr. and Mrs. Clifford Orris and children; Mr. and Mrs. A. W. Jones; Mr. and Mrs. Wesley George, Muscatine; Mr. and Mrs. W. D. Fowler and daughters; Mr. and Mrs. Walter Smalley, Muscatine; Mrs. D. Legler, Muscatine, Howard and Ina Meeker, Cedar Rapids; Mr. and Mrs. Willard Ingraham, Astoria, Ill.; Mr. and Mrs. J. C. Corter, Muscatine; Carl and Alma Fladt, Mediapolis; Mr. and Mrs. George W. Bruck, Columbus Junction; Mr. and Mrs. Ed Emmick, Fairfield; Mr. and Mrs. J. S. Conkling, Muscatine.

History of Muscatine County Iowa, Volume II, Biographical, 1911, page 701

M. PARKER McKEOWN. M. Parker McKeown, a well known farmer of Cedar township, where he has made his home for more than twenty years, was born in Des Moines county, Iowa, December 1, 1852.

He is a son of John and Annie (PARKER) McKeown, who came with their parents from Ireland to America in their childhood, living first in Ohio and later in Iowa. They were married in Des Moines county and there continued until their deaths. The father at one time was the owner of one hundred and eighty acres of land, all of which he divided among his children except forty acres that he owned at the time of his death. He was a man of many fine qualities and a great lover of his family. Of the eleven children comprising the home circle two died in infancy, the others being : Sarah, now of Mediapolis, Iowa ; James, who lives near Morning Sun, Iowa ; Mary, now deceased ; M. Parker, our subject ; John, who lives near Prairie City, Oklahoma ; Samantha, of Mediapolis ; Emma, of Burlington, Iowa ; Ira, of Eau Claire, Wisconsin ; and Albert, of St. Joseph, Missouri.

Reared on the home farm, M. Parker McKeown early became familiar with the labors of the field. He was educated in the country schools, gaining the foundation upon which he has been enabled to build successfully until he is now a man of good general information. He continued at home until twenty-one years of age and then worked for wages for a short time, after which he came to Conesville, Muscatine county, and purchased one hundred and eighty acres of land. There he lived until 1888, when he sold out and removed to Cedar township, acquiring fifty-seven acres, the nucleus of the well improved farm of two hundred and seventeen acres which he now owns. He is also the owner of property on East Hill, Muscatine, and his wife owns one hundred and sixty acres of good farming land in Orono township. By close attention to his business Mr. McKeown has attained a gratifying measure of success.

On the 12th of January, 1881, Mr. McKeown was united in marriage to Miss RHODA E. LORD, who was born in Muscatine county, May 7, 1851. She is a daughter of Richard and JANE SMALLEY Lord, the mother having been born in Ohio, October 27, 1822, and the father in Connecticut, January 10, 1809.
They were married in Iowa in 1840 and settled on a farm in Muscatine county, where Mr. Lord made his home for about forty years. He was called from earthly scenes in 1886, while his wife died in 1857. Of the nine children in their family, three are now living : Katie, of Conesville ; Rhoda E., now Mrs. McKeown ; and Richard J., of Nichols, Iowa . Those deceased are: Andrew, Albert, Edward, Byron, Manza, and Herman.

Two children came to brighten the home of Mr. and Mrs. McKeown :
ADA R., born October 14, 1883 ; and
ALBERT G., April 8, 1886.

Politically Mr. McKeown adheres to the republican party and heartily supports its principles. He has served with general acceptance as justice of the peace. He and his wife are affiliated with the United brethren church, being active workers in its behalf and also in worthy causes for the welfare of others. Mrs. McKeown is a graduate of the Muscatine high school and for nine years before her marriage taught school, becoming recognized as one of the thoroughly capable teachers of the county. She is a woman of many attractive qualities of mind and heart.

Burlington Hawk-Eye Gazette, Burlington, Iowa, 27 May 1950, page 5. PARKER McKEOWN. Mediapolis - Parker McKeown, a former resident of the Mediapolis community, died on a farm near Letts. McKeown was 95 years old last Dec. 1. Surviving are a son, Albert McKeown, of the Letts vicinity; a brother, Albert McKeown, St. Joseph Mo., and a sister, Mrs. M. E. Brewster, Mediapolis.

Burlington Hawk-Eye Gazette, Burlington, Iowa, 7 June 1950, page 17. McKEOWN - Mediapolis - The ashes of M. Parker McKeown, who died in Iowa City several days ago, were brought to the Sharon cemetery for burial.

Census info.
1900 US census, Cedar, Muscatine County, Iowa. Parker McKeown, age 42; Emma, age 44; Albert, age 14; and Ady, age 16.

1920 US census, Cedar, Muscatine County, Iowa. Parker McKeown, age 66; and Rhoda, age 68.

1925 Iowa state census, Muscatine County, Iowa. Parker M. McKeown, age 70; and Rhoda, age 73.

1930 US census, Cedar, Muscatine County, Iowa. M. Parker McKeown, age 76; and Rhoda E., age 78.

Buried:
https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/126437201/moses-parker-mckeown

Moses married Rhoda Emiline Lord on 12 Jan 1881 in Muscatine County, Iowa. Rhoda was born in Mar 1866 in Iowa; died on 1 Mar 1932 in Seattle, King County, Washington; was buried in Sharon Cemetery, Mediapolis, Des Moines County, Iowa. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Children:

19. Ady Royal McKeown was born on 14 Oct 1883 in Muscatine County, Iowa; died on 29 Oct 1946 in Iowa City, Johnson County, Iowa; was cremated in McKeown Bridge, Cedar River, Muscatine County, Iowa.
20. Albert Gay McKeown was born on 8 Apr 1886 in Conesville, Muscatine County, Iowa; died on 19 Dec 1965 in Los Angeles County, California.

William Arthur McKeown

(1.Annie¹) was born on 15 Oct 1856 in Iowa; died on 9 Feb 1863; was buried in Sharon Cemetery, Mediapolis, Des Moines County, Iowa.

Notes:

McKeown Family Bible record: Births.
Wm. Arthur Wed Oct 15th 1856 5:00PM

McKeown Family Bible record: Deaths.
Wm Arthur Mc- Feb 9th 1863 11:30 AM

Siblings Moses Parker McKeown and Margaret Emily McKeown died on the same day.

From published records for the Sharon Reformed Presbyterian Church Cemetery. Page 13. McKeown, William A. 1965 (Feb 9 about 12 o'clock M. 1965) A 6yr 3 m 2d.

There are four head stones in a row. Small headstone on left is from 3 of the children who died young. It is difficult to read. Next stone to the right is for Mother Anna P, wife of J. G. McKeown. Next stone to the right is for Father John G. McKeown. Stone on the farthest right is for Mary L. dau of J. G. & Ann P. McKeown.

Sharon Reformed Presbyterian Church Cemetery is located in the center of the western side of Section 8W, Yellow Springs Township, Des Moines County, Iowa, North of Mediapolis.

Buried:
https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/22941485/william-arthur-mckeown

John Love McKeown

(1.Annie¹) was born on 29 Dec 1858 in Mediapolis, Des Moines County, Iowa; died on 6 May 1944 in Agra, Lincoln County, Oklahoma; was buried on 10 May 1944 in Kossuth Cemetery, Mediapolis, Des Moines County, Iowa.

Other Events:

Census: 1900, Lowe Township, Noble County, Oklahoma
Census: 1910, Lowe Township, Noble County, Oklahoma
Residence: 1912, J.L. McKeown Oklahoma farm
Census: 1920, Osage Township, Lincoln County, Oklahoma
Census: 1930, Osage Township, Lincoln County, Oklahoma

Notes:

McKeown Family Bible record: Births.
John L. Wed. Dec 29th 1858 5:30 AM.

McKeown Family Bible record: Deaths.
John L died at Agra Okla May 1944. Buried May 10 in Kossuth.

Morning Sun News, Morning Sun, Iowa, 22 January 1891, page 4: John L. McKeown has returned from Pipestone, Minn., where he purchased a farm.

Morning Sun News, Morning Sun, Iowa, 25 November 1886, page 8: John L. McKeown has purchased the Talbott lots on the west side of the railroad.

Burlington Hawk Eye, Burlington, Iowa, 23 January 1915, page 3. John McKeown and son Chester of Agra, Oklahoma, are here for the summer. They both have accepted positions on farms in this vicinity.

DOUBLE CELEBRATION
AT McKEOWN HOME. Mr. and Mrs. Chester Gibb and son William of Biggsville spent Sunday at the John McKeown home on Hageman avenue, the occasion being the twenty-fifth wedding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. Gibb and the twentieth anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. Mc Keown. Mr. and Mrs. William Gibb and son Dale called on the couples Sunday evening. Daily Hawk Eye Gazette. Burlington, Iowa. 27 September 1933.
Correct dates for John L. and Norah McKeown's 12th anniversary.

Ralph McKeown and Mrs. Conrad Casten and son, Herman, visited with relatives, Albert McKeown of St. Joseph, Mo., John McKeown of Agra, Okla., and his daughter, Mrs. Avis Daniels of Perry, Okla., who are visiting at the home of the Misses McKeown at Mediapolis. Burlington Hawk Eye, Burlington, Iowa. 6 December 1929.

Mr. and Mrs. John McKeown who live a mile north of Agra, started up highway 18 Sunday about 1 o’clock, to visit a sick child who lived a mile and a half north of the McKeown home. As Mr. McKeown made the turn into the home of Verdie Scheonhorse, their destination, their car was struck by a pick-up driven by Mr. Isenberg, sexton at the Cushing cemetery. Both cars were considerably damaged. With the exception of scratches to his face and a slightly sprained wrist of the Cushing man who was riding with Mr. Isenberg, no one was hurt. The sick girl whom the McKeowns set out to visit was very ill with her second attack of the measles. Mrs. Scheonhorse is a niece of Mrs. McKeown.

The Chandler News Publicist. Thursday, 26 May 1942

John L. McKeown dies in Oklahoma.
Special to the Hawk-Eye Gazette.
Mediapolis , Ia. – Chester McKeown, with his brother, Stanley McKeown, of Washington, left Saturday for Agra, Okla., having been called by the death of their father, John L. McKeown, 85, who died that morning. He is survived by his wife, 2 sons and a daughter, Mrs. Daniel Percy, of Weleetka, Okla.
Funeral services will be held Wednesday at 2 p.m. at Mediapolis Methodist church with Rev. O.B. Rogers in charge. Burial will be in Kossuth cemetery.
Hawk-Eye Gazette, Burlington, Iowa. May 1944

John L. McKeown rites yesterday. Funeral services for John L. McKeown, 85, former resident of this community who died at Agra, Oklahoma, Saturday, May 5, were held Wednesday afternoon at two o'clock at Mediapolis Methodist church, Rev. O. B. Rogers officiating. Rev. Rogers and Inez Ferril, accompanied by Mrs. Paul Thayer at the piano, sang. Burial was at Kossuth cemetery. He was born 1 1/2 miles north of Mediapolis, Dec. 29, 1858, the son of John and Margaret Ann McKeown. He grew to manhood in this vicinity and was married to Sarah A. Shields, March 21, 1888, to which union were born three children, all surviving. Mr. and Mrs. McKeown lived at Mediapolis two years after their marriage, then moving to Oklahoma where they spent 18 years. They moved back to Mediapolis, where Mrs. McKeown died in 1916. On returning to Oklahoma, Mr. McKeown married Miss Nora Stanley, July 21, 1921, after which he made his home in Oklahoma until his death. He is survived by his wife, two sons, Stanley of Washington and Chester of Mediapolis; one daughter, Mrs. Perry Daniels of Weleetka, Okla.; two brothers, Parker McKeown of Letts and Albert McKeown of St. Joseph, Mo., and two sisters, Miss Samantha McKeown and Mrs. Emma Brewster of Mediapolis. Six grandchildren and two great grandchildren also survive.

US General Land Office Records
Name: John L McKeown
Issue Date: 17 Apr 1903
Place: Noble, Oklahoma, USA
Meridian: Indian
Township: 020n
Range: 002W
Aliquots: Lot/Trct 1
Section: 5
Accession Number: OK0930__.463
Document Number: 4022
Total acres - 155.12
Township 020N - Range 002W - Lot/Trct 1 - Section 5
Township 020N - Range 002W - Lot/Trct 2 - Section 5
Township 020N - Range 002W - S½NE¼ - Section 5
https://glorecords.blm.gov/details/patent/default.aspx?accession=OK0930__.463&docClass=STA&sid=xft1aptf.yx4

1900 US census, enumerated 18 June 1900
Lowe Township, Noble County, Oklahoma
John L. McKeown, age 41, farmer, owned farm from of mortgage
Sarah, age 41
Avis, age 10
Stanley, age 3
Chester, age 1

1910 US census, enumerated 2 May 1910
Lowe Township, Noble County, Oklahoma
John McKeown, age 51, farmer, owned farm
Sarah, age 51
Stanley age 13
Chester, age 11

1920 US census, enumerated 11-12 February 1920
Osage Township, Lincoln County, Oklahoma
Stanley McKeown, age 23, owned home
Reva, age 20
John L. McKeown, age 61, father, widower

1930 US census, enumerated 11 April 1930
Osage Township, Lincoln County, Oklahoma.
John L. McKeown, age 72, farmer, owned farm
Nora, age 53

Buried:
https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/115333612/john-love-mckeown

Cartwright Addition, Lot 086

John married Sarah A. Shields on 21 Mar 1888 in Mediapolis, Des Moines County, Iowa. Sarah (daughter of Isaac Shields and Margaret McCollum) was born on 21 Nov 1858 in County Cork, Ireland; died on 12 Oct 1916 in Des Moines County, Iowa; was buried on 15 Oct 1916 in Kossuth Cemetery, Mediapolis, Des Moines County, Iowa. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Children:

21. Avis Veda McKeown was born on 27 Nov 1889 in Mediapolis, Des Moines County, Iowa; died in Jan 1974 in Perry, Noble County, Oklahoma; was buried in Grace Hill Cemetery, Perry, Noble County, Oklahoma.
22. William Stanley McKeown was born on 11 Dec 1896 in Lucien, Noble County, Oklahoma; died on 18 Feb 1964 in Iowa City, Johnson County, Iowa; was buried in Elm Grove Cemetery, Washington, Washington County, Iowa.
23. Chester Alan McKeown was born on 9 Nov 1898 in Perry, Noble County, Oklahoma; died on 25 Nov 1952 in Burlington, Des Moines County, Iowa; was buried on 28 Nov 1952 in Kossuth Cemetery, Mediapolis, Des Moines County, Iowa.

John married Norah Hannah Molloy on 21 Jul 1921 in Payne County, Oklahoma. Norah (daughter of Powhattan Bolen Molloy and Mary Jane Phillips) was born on 15 May 1876 in Jackson Township, Linn County, Missouri; died on 1 Jul 1962 in Lincoln County, Oklahoma; was buried in Oakdale Cemetery, Agra, Lincoln County, Oklahoma. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Margaret Emily McKeown

(1.Annie¹) was born on 16 Jul 1862 in Iowa; died on 9 Feb 1863 in Iowa; was buried in Sharon Cemetery, Mediapolis, Des Moines County, Iowa.

Notes:

McKeown Family Bible record: Births.
Margaret Emily Wed July 16, 1862 9:00 AM

McKeown Family Bible record: Deaths.
Margaret Emily Feb 9th 1863 12:30 AM

Siblings Moses Parker McKeown and Margaret Emily McKeown died on the same day.

From published records for the Sharon Reformed Presbyterian Church Cemetery. Page 13. McKeown, Margaret E. 1865 (Feb 9 about 12 o'clock M 1865) A 6m 23d.

There are four head stones in a row. Small headstone on left is from 3 of the children who died young. It is difficult to read. Next stone to the right is for Mother Anna P, wife of J. G. McKeown. Next stone to the right is for Father John G. McKeown. Stone on the farthest right is for Mary L. dau of J. G. & Ann P. McKeown.

Sharon Reformed Presbyterian Church Cemetery is located in the center of the western side of Section 8W, Yellow Springs Township, Des Moines County, Iowa, North of Mediapolis.

Buried:
https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/22941591/margaret-emily-mckeown

10.

Samantha Ann McKeown

(1.Annie¹) was born on 16 Apr 1865 in Iowa; died on 12 Jan 1948 in Mediapolis, Des Moines County, Iowa; was buried on 14 Jan 1948 in Sharon Cemetery, Mediapolis, Des Moines County, Iowa.

Other Events:

Occupation: nurse

Notes:

McKeown Family Bible record: Births.
Samantha A. Sab Apr 16th 1865 9:00

McKeown Family Bible record: Deaths.
Samantha January 12 1948.

Samantha was known in the family as Auntie Mac. She was one of the three members of the first graduating class of the Burlington hospital school of nursing, in 1899.

FIRST GRADUATE NURSE - Samantha McKeown, 80. of Mediapolis, pictured (left) as she appeared when she was graduated from first class of Burlington hospital school of nursing in 1899. and right) as she photographed this week by Hawk-Eye Gazette cameraman. She is the only living member of the graduating class of 3, and was on duty as a nurse in the Mediapolis area for many years. The 50th anniversary of the establishment of the Burlington hospital school will be observed Monday night with an open house in the nurses' home in Moir hall, 5th and Court streets.

Burlington Hawk-Eye Gazette, Burlington, Iowa, 9 January 1948, page 1

OPEN HOUSE AT NURSES' HOME - Nurses of Burlington hospital, and friends of the Institution, will gather at Moir hall (above), at 5th and Court streets, Monday night, for open house commemorating 50th anniversary of hospital's school of nursing. School was incorporated in 1897 and first class graduated in 1899. Samantha McKeown, 80, Mediapolis, is only living member of 1st graduating class of 3. (Hawk-Eye Gazette photo).

Burlington Hawk-Eye Gazette, Burlington, Iowa, 10 January 1948, page 3

From published records for the Sharon Reformed Presbyterian Church Cemetery. Page 15. MeKeown, Samantha Ann 1865-1948. Dau of J.G.& A.P..

There are four head stones in a row. Small headstone on left is from 3 of the children who died young. It is difficult to read. Next stone to the right is for Mother Anna P, wife of J. G. McKeown. Next stone to the right is for Father John G. McKeown. Stone on the farthest right is for Mary L. dau of J. G. & Ann P. McKeown.

Sharon Reformed Presbyterian Church Cemetery is located in the center of the western side of Section 8W, Yellow Springs Township, Des Moines County, Iowa, North of Mediapolis.

Party of people motor here to dine
Mr. and Mrs. W. Bennett of Omaha, Neb., Miss Priscilla McKeown of Seattle, Wash, Mrs. [Miss] S.A. McKeown of Mediapolis and Mrs. M.S. Hutchins of Morning Sun, motored as a party, from Mediapolis here, to dine at the U.W.C.A. on Wednesday. Mrs. McKeown recently returned from a six months' visit in California.

The Burlington Hawk Eye, Burlington, Iowa. Friady, 12 June 1931

Miss S.A. McKeown of Mediapolis; Miss Priscilla McKeown of Seattle, Washington, spent several days at the Wm. Orndorff home.

The Burlington Hawk Eye, Burlington, Iowa. Saturday, 6 June 1931

Miss S.A. McKeown, a trained nurse who has been spending the winter months with friends in Washington and California, plans to arrive home Wednesday and will assist with the car of her sister-in-law, Mrs. James McKeown of this vicinity who is very ill in the Burlington hospital.

The Burlington Hawk Eye, Burlington, Iowa. Thursday, 7 May 1931

Mediapolis nurse dies.
Samantha McKeown, 82, last member of the first graduating class of the Burlington hospital school of nursing, died at her home in Mediapolis today on the 50th anniversary of the founding of that school. Hospital authorities said that an open house at Moir hall, hospital nursing home, will be held tonight as scheduled previously. Miss McKeown was born April 16, 1835, and was a native of the Mediapolis community. She was one of the 3 members who graduated from the hospital nursing school in 1899. Miss McKeown was a member of the Sharon Reformed Presbyterian church. She is survived by a sister, Mrs. Emma Brewster, of Mediapolis, and 2 brothers, M. P. (Parker) McKeown, Mediapolis, and Albert McKeown of St. Louis, Mo. The latter brother only recently celebrated his 93rd birthday. Last rites will be held Wednesday. A service at the house at 1 p.m. will be followed by a service at the Sharon church at 2 p.m.

Burlington Hawk-Eye Gazette, Burlington, Iowa, 12 January 1948, page 2

Buried:
https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/21142007/samantha-ann-mckeown

11.

Melinda Emily McKeown

(1.Annie¹) was born on 21 Apr 1867 in Iowa; died in May 1957 in Mediapolis, Des Moines County, Iowa; was buried in Sharon Cemetery, Mediapolis, Des Moines County, Iowa.

Other Events:

Census: 1920, Yellow Springs, Des Moines County, Iowa
Census: 1925, Mediapolis, Des Moines County, Iowa

Notes:

Iowa Deaths
Long list of names and cities, including:
Mediapolis - Mrs. Malinda Emily Brewster, 90.
Des Moines Tribune, Des Moines, Iowa. Wednesday, 29 May 1957.

Buried:
https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/21141995/melinda-emily-brewster

Melinda married Edward Brewster on 18 Mar 1901 in Mediapolis, Des Moines County, Iowa. Edward was born in 1865 in Hampton, Rock Island County, Illinois; died on 1 May 1934 in Burlington, Des Moines County, Iowa; was buried on 3 May 1934 in Aspen Grove Cemetery, Burlington, Des Moines County, Iowa. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Children:

24. Ed Brewster was born on 3 Mar 1907 in Burlington, Des Moines County, Iowa; died on 9 Mar 1907 in Burlington, Des Moines County, Iowa; was buried in Aspen Grove Cemetery, Burlington, Des Moines County, Iowa.
25. George Brewster was born on 16 Mar 1909 in Burlington, Des Moines County, Iowa; died in Jul 1986 in Burlington, Des Moines County, Iowa; was buried in Burlington Memorial Park, Burlington, Des Moines County, Iowa.

12.

William Ira McKeown

(1.Annie¹) was born on 6 Feb 1869 in Des Moines County, Iowa; died on 28 Dec 1922 in Winona, Winona County, Minnesota; was buried on 31 Dec 1922 in Lakeview Cemetery, Eau Claire, Eau Claire County, Wisconsin.

Other Events:

Occupation: insurance agent
Census: 1900, Eau Claire, Eau Claire County, Wisconsin
Census: 1905, Eau Claire, Eau Claire County, Wisconsin
Census: 1910, Eau Claire, Eau Claire County, Wisconsin
Census: 1920, Winona, Winona County, Minnesota

Notes:

McKeown Family Bible record: Births.
W. Ira Sat Feb 6th 1868 11:30 AM.

McKeown Family Bible record: Deaths.
Wm Ira - died Dec 28 1922 in Winona Minn. Buried Dec 31 1922 in Lake View Cemetery, Eau Claire, Wis.

McKeown Family Bible record: Marriages.
W. Ira and I. E. Leake Dec 28th 1892 Eau Claire Wis.

Eau Claire Weekly Telegram
5 June 1902.
Local miscellany of the Week. City of Eau Claire.
Hazel, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ira McKeown, Fifth avenue is ill of diphtheria.

Eau Claire Leader
5 June 1902
Death of Hazel McKeown.
We regret to announce the death of Hazel McKeown, daughter of Ira and Isabella McKeown, and granddaughter to Ex-Alderman Leake, who died yesterday after a short illness from diphtheria. She was only eight years of age and was a remarkably intelligent child. She was a pupil of the Washington school and was very proficient. She will be buried today at Lakeview Cemetery. Rev. F. A. Hatch will officiate. The funeral will be from the family residence, 610 Fifth avenue.

Eau Claire Weekly Telegram
19 June 1902.
Local miscellany of the week. City of Eau Claire.
Two children of Mr. and Mrs. Ira J. McKeown, 610 Fifth avenue are suffering with diphtheria. Dr. Parker is attending.

Ira J. McKeown
Ira J. McKeown of Winona, Minn, died Thursday at his home. He was a former citizen of this city, a member of the First Baptist church for many years, a Sunday school superintendent and was highly respected.
Funeral will take place on Sunday afternoon at 3 o’clock at the First Baptist this city.
Leader-Telegram, Eau Claire, Wisconsin. Saturday, 30 September 1922.

LKH Note: same man?

Winona Man Hangs Himself
Winona, Dec. 28. – William MeKeown, 50 years old, a local insurance agent, committed suicide here today by hanging himself at the public bath house on Latsch Island, opposite this city.
Star Tribune, Minneapolis, Minnesota. Friday, 28 December 1922.

Buried:
https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/64985632/william-ira-mckeown

William married Isabelle Elizabeth "Belle" Leake on 23 Dec 1892 in Eau Claire, Eau Claire County, Wisconsin. Isabelle was born in Sep 1870 in Wisconsin; died in Jul 1947 in Eau Claire, Eau Claire County, Wisconsin; was buried in Lakeview Cemetery, Eau Claire, Eau Claire County, Wisconsin. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Children:

26. Hazel Ann McKeown was born on 14 Mar 1894 in Wisconsin; died on 4 Jun 1902 in Eau Claire, Eau Claire County, Wisconsin; was buried in Lakeview Cemetery, Eau Claire, Eau Claire County, Wisconsin.
27. Margaret Effie McKeown was born on 10 Oct 1899 in Eau Claire, Eau Claire County, Wisconsin; died on 18 Sep 1983 in Minneapolis, Hennepin County, Minnesota; was buried in Lakeview Cemetery, Eau Claire, Eau Claire County, Wisconsin.
28. Gertrude Ruth McKeown was born on 25 Mar 1902 in Eau Claire, Eau Claire County, Wisconsin; died on 10 Nov 1940 in Grand Rapids, Kent County, Michigan; was buried on 13 Nov 1940 in Lakeview Cemetery, Eau Claire, Eau Claire County, Wisconsin.
29. Grace Evelyn McKeown was born on 20 Jan 1905 in Wisconsin; died on 8 Mar 1977 in Grand Rapids, Kent County, Michigan; was buried in Garfield Park Cemetery, Grand Rapids, Kent County, Michigan.

13.

Albert Rutherford McKeown

(1.Annie¹) was born on 22 Jan 1871 in Iowa; died on 23 Jul 1954 in Minneapolis, Hennepin County, Minnesota; was buried in Ashland Cemetery, Saint Joseph, Buchanan County, Missouri.

Other Events:

Census: 1910, Ottawa, Franklin County, Kansas
Census: 1920, Saint Joseph, Buchanan County, Missouri
Census: 1930, Saint Joseph, Buchanan County, Missouri

Notes:

McKeown Family Bible record: Births.
Albert R. Sab Jan 22 1871 5:00 AM.

McKeown Family Bible record: Deaths.
Albert R. July 23 1954.

McKeown Family Bible record: Marriages.
Albert R and Mrs. Minnie C____ (written over decorated edging) married.

Married
Thursday evening, June 17, 1897, at 8:00 p.m., Albert R. McKeown and Miss Carrie A. Nantz were united in marriage by Rev. Simon, at their future home, No.407 South Sixth St., Burlington, Iowa. The bride was attired in white organdie trimmed in lace and ribbons and wore bride’s roses. The groom wore conventional black. A few relatives and friends witnessed the ceremony and extended congratulations. Quite a number of beautiful and useful presents were received by the worthy couple. Mr. McKeown is well known to many of our readers who will join in congratulations.
Morning Sun News, Morning Sun, Iowa. Thursday, 24 June 1897, page 5.

Albert McKeown Dies on Visit
Albert R. McKeown, 1118 South 20th street, died yesterday afternoon at Minneapolis, Minn., where he was visiting at the home of a niece. Mr. McKeown, a veteran of 30 years’ service with the Burlington railroad, had lived half a century in St. Joseph. He retired about 15 years ago. He was 83 years old and a member of Marvin McMurry Methodist Church.
Surviving are three daughters, Mrs. Paul Hancock, with whom Mr. McKeown made his home, Mrs. V.E. Jackson and Mrs. W.C. Summers, and a stepson, John C. Creal, all of St. Joseph. The body will arrive in St. Joseph and be taken to a local mortuary.
St. Joseph New-Press, St. Joseph, Missouri, Saturday, 24 July 1954.

Buried:
https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/62411114/albert-rutherford-mckeown

Albert married Caroline A. Nantz on 17 Jun 1897. Caroline was born on 9 Oct 1876 in Burlington, Des Moines County, Iowa; died on 25 Jun 1917 in Saint Joseph, Buchanan County, Missouri; was buried on 28 Jun 1917 in Aspen Grove Cemetery, Burlington, Des Moines County, Iowa. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: Minnie Louise Poolman. Minnie was born on 4 Oct 1882 in Saint Joseph, Buchanan County, Missouri; died on 3 Oct 1950 in Saint Joseph, Buchanan County, Missouri; was buried in Ashland Cemetery, Saint Joseph, Buchanan County, Missouri. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Generation: 3

14.

Roy Bruce McKeown

(3.James², 1.Annie¹) was born on 27 Aug 1883 in Yellow Springs, Des Moines County, Iowa; died on 7 Jul 1955 in Los Angeles County, California; was buried in Forest Lawn Memorial Park, Glendale, Los Angeles County, California.

Other Events:

Census: 1910, Morning Sun, Louisa County, Iowa
Census: 1915, Burlington, Des Moines County, Iowa
Census: 1920, Burlington, Des Moines County, Iowa
Census: 1925, Burlington, Des Moines County, Iowa

Notes:

Des Moines County, Iowa Birth Book #1, page 75.

Buried:
https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/85465097/roy-bruce-mckeown

Liberty, Map 1, Lot 1555, Space 4

Roy married Anna Mathilda Munson on 27 Aug 1907 in Des Moines County, Iowa. Anna (daughter of Peter August Munson and Mary Charlotte Carlson) was born on 10 Feb 1880 in Mediapolis, Des Moines County, Iowa; died on 4 Nov 1962; was buried on 7 Nov 1962 in Aspen Grove Cemetery, Burlington, Des Moines County, Iowa. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Children:

30. Ellen Francis McKeown was born on 27 Jul 1908 in Louisa County, Iowa; died on 29 Mar 1995 in Glendale, Maricopa County, Arizona; was buried on 7 Sep 1995 in Aspen Grove Cemetery, Burlington, Des Moines County, Iowa.
31. Amos Roy McKeown was born on 5 Aug 1911 in Morning Sun, Louisa County, Iowa; died on 29 Jul 2000 in Mesa, Maricopa County, Arizona; was buried in Mountain View Cemetery, Mesa, Maricopa County, Arizona.
32. Lewis Everett McKeown was born on 1 Oct 1916 in Burlington, Des Moines County, Iowa; died on 15 Feb 1988 in Iowa City, Johnson County, Iowa; was buried in Kossuth Cemetery, Mediapolis, Des Moines County, Iowa.

15.

Alma McKeown

(3.James², 1.Annie¹) was born on 28 Jun 1885 in Des Moines County, Iowa; died on 12 Mar 1970; was buried on 16 Mar 1970 in Aspen Grove Cemetery, Burlington, Des Moines County, Iowa.

Other Events:

Census: 1915, Mediapolis, Des Moines County, Iowa

Notes:

Morning Sun News-Herald, Morning Sun, Iowa, 16 July 1942, page 1. Thirty Years Ago. (Taken from The News-Herald, issue of July 18, 1912.) The marriage of Carl Fladt and Miss Alma McKeown, both of Mediapolis, took place in Burlington, Saturday afternoon, July 13th

Buried:
https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/117845111/alma-ida-fladt

Block 325, Lot 131, Grave 02

Alma married Karl Julius Fladt on 13 Jul 1912 in Burlington, Des Moines County, Iowa. Karl (son of Julius Fladt and Nethe Nettie Volpp) was born on 8 Apr 1886 in Burlington, Des Moines County, Iowa; died on 23 Jan 1972 in Mediapolis, Des Moines County, Iowa; was buried on 26 Jan 1972 in Aspen Grove Cemetery, Burlington, Des Moines County, Iowa. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

16.

Alice Ella McKeown

(3.James², 1.Annie¹) was born on 28 Jun 1885 in Yellow Springs Township, Des Moines County, Iowa; died on 6 Aug 1949 in Spokane, Spokane County, Washington; was buried in unknown.

Notes:

Burlington Hawk-Eye Gazette, Burlington, Iowa, 8 August 1949, page 13. MRS. ROY MAROHN. Morning Sun-Mrs. Roy Marohn, 64, a former resident of Morning Sun, died Aug. 6 at her home in Spokane, Wash. She was the former Alice McKeown, and was born on a farm near Mediapolis on June 28, 1885, the daughter of James and Eva Bandy McKeown. The family later moved to a farm in the Morning Sun vicinity. Surviving are her husband, Roy Marohn; a son, Ralph Marohn, USAF, stationed in Germany, and a daughter, Mrs. Albert Griggs, Spokane. Also surviving are a twin sister, Mrs. Carl Fladt, Mediapolis; another sister, Mrs. Conrad Caster, Morning Sun, and 2 brothers, Roy McKeown, Pasadena, Calif., and Ralph McKeown, Morning Sun. Funeral arrangements are pending.

Buried:
https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/190916495/alice-ellen-marohn

Alice married Roy Adolph Marohn in Spokane, Spokane County, Washington. Roy (son of Adolph Jacob Marohn and Juliet McClure) was born on 10 Sep 1889 in Lead, Lawrence County, South Dakota; died on 9 Nov 1953 in Spokane, Spokane County, Washington; was buried in burial details unknown. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Children:

33. Ralph Leroy Marohn was born on 31 Oct 1918 in Spokane County, Washington; died on 10 May 1983 in Tacoma, Pierce County, Washington; was buried in Forest Memorial Gardens, Olympia, Thurston County, Washington.
34. Mary Alice Marohn was born on 24 Oct 1921 in Washington; died on 31 Dec 2011; was buried in Greenwood Memorial Park, San Diego, San Diego County, California.
35. Ruth Alma Marohn was born on 26 Dec 1923 in Burlington, Des Moines County, Iowa; died on 11 Mar 1925 in Burlington, Des Moines County, Iowa; was buried in Aspen Grove Cemetery, Burlington, Des Moines County, Iowa.

17.

Elsie Leah McKeown

(3.James², 1.Annie¹) was born on 28 May 1901 in Mediapolis, Des Moines County, Iowa; died on 25 Apr 1975; was buried in Elmwood Cemetery, Morning Sun, Louisa County, Iowa.

Notes:

Morning Sun News-Herald, Morning Sun, Iowa, 1 May 1975, page 8.
Elsie L. Casten, 73, died Friday, April 25, 1975 at her home. She was the. daughter of James A. and Eva Bandy McKeown and was born near Mediapolis, Iowa on May28, 1901. On December 14, 1922 she was united in marriage to Conrad Casten. She was preceded in death by an infant son in 1926 and her husband in 1966. She is survived by one son, Herman J. Casten of Cedar Rapids, two grandchildren and one brother, Ralph McKeown of Morning Sun. Mrs. Casten was a member of the First United Presbyterian Church of Morning Sun. Funeral services were conducted by Rev. Wendell Wright, Monday April 28, 1975 at 2:00 p.m. at the First United Presbyterian Church of Morning Sun. Interment was in Elm wood cemetery.

Buried:
https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/7477840/elsie-leah-casten

Township Trustees-1, Lot 60

Elsie married Conrad Casten on 14 Dec 1922 in Morning Sun, Louisa County, Iowa. Conrad (son of Samuel Casten and Charlotte Lind) was born on 13 May 1882 in Morning Sun, Louisa County, Iowa; died in May 1966 in Morning Sun, Louisa County, Iowa; was buried in Elmwood Cemetery, Morning Sun, Louisa County, Iowa. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Children:

36. Johnnie Casten was born on 28 Jun 1926 in Morning Sun, Louisa County, Iowa; died on 28 Jun 1926 in Morning Sun, Louisa County, Iowa; was buried in Elmwood Cemetery, Morning Sun, Louisa County, Iowa.
37. Herman James Casten was born on 14 Oct 1927 in Iowa; died on 22 May 2004 in Cedar Rapids, Linn County, Iowa; was cremated in Elmwood Cemetery, Morning Sun, Louisa County, Iowa.

18.

Ralph Edward McKeown

(3.James², 1.Annie¹) was born on 22 Feb 1905 in Mediapolis, Des Moines County, Iowa; died on 5 Dec 1983 in Morning Sun, Louisa County, Iowa; was buried in Elmwood Cemetery, Morning Sun, Louisa County, Iowa.

Notes:

Ralph and Mildred had 5 children.

Burlington Hawk-Eye, Burlington, Iowa, 6 December 1983, page 16.
McKeown. Funeral services for Mr. Ralph E. McKeown, who died Dec. 5, 1983, will be conducted by the Rev. Fred Harris Thursday at 10:30 a.m. at the
United Methodist Church, Morning Sun. Burial will be in Elmwood Cemetery. A memorial has been established. The family will meet with friends at the Pierce Funeral Home Wednesday evening from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Pierce Funeral Home Morning Sun.

Ralph E. McKeown. MORNING SUN - Ralph E. McKeown, 77, died Monday, Dec. 5, at University Hospitals, Iowa City, after a long illness. He was born Feb. 22, 1906, northwest of Morning Sun, to James and Eva Bandy McKeown. He married Mildred Linder on Aug. 5, 1931, at Monmouth, Ill.; they made their home in the Morning Sun community. He was a retired carpenter, having been associated with Schrock Lumber Company, Mediapolis. He attended the United Methodist Church. Surviving: Wife; four daughters, Mrs. Ed Yaeger and Mrs. Tom (Frances) Martin, both of Burlington, Mrs. Robert (Marilyn) Carhoff, Sperry, and Mrs. Terry (Lois) Parkhurst, Morning Sun; son, Everett McKeown, Terre Haute, Ind.; 11 grandchildren and seven greatgrandchildren. Funeral: 10:30 a.m. Thursday, United Methodist church, Morning Sun, the Rev. Fred Harris; Elmwood cemetery. A memorial has been established at the Pierce funeral home, Morning Sun.

Buried:
https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/8172780/ralph-edward-mckeown

Elmwood Gardens Addition-E, lot 52N

Ralph married Mildred Marie Linder on 5 Aug 1931 in Monmouth, Warren County, Illinois. Mildred (daughter of Oscar John Linder and Clara Debora Ross) was born on 5 Oct 1910 in Yarmouth, Des Moines County, Iowa; died on 13 Jan 1999 in Burlington, Des Moines County, Iowa; was buried in Elmwood Cemetery, Morning Sun, Louisa County, Iowa. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Children:

38. Helen Laverne McKeown was born on 6 Jan 1935 in Burlington, Des Moines County, Iowa; died on 18 Oct 2013 in West Burlington, Des Moines County, Iowa; was buried in Burlington Memorial Park, Burlington, Des Moines County, Iowa.
39. Lois Elaine McKeown was born on 4 Nov 1952 in Burlington, Des Moines County, Iowa; died on 29 Apr 1997 in Morning Sun, Louisa County, Iowa; was buried in Elmwood Cemetery, Morning Sun, Louisa County, Iowa.

19.

Ady Royal McKeown

(6.Moses², 1.Annie¹) was born on 14 Oct 1883 in Muscatine County, Iowa; died on 29 Oct 1946 in Iowa City, Johnson County, Iowa; was cremated in McKeown Bridge, Cedar River, Muscatine County, Iowa.

Other Events:

Census: 1910, Johnson County, Iowa
Census: 1920, Seattle, King County, Washington
Census: 1930, Seattle, King County, Washington
Census: 1940, Orona, Muscatine County, Iowa

Notes:

Text from Ancestry member Mark Shaw's page.
CONESVILLE MAYOR HELD FOR MURDER Accused of Shooting Dr. A. R. McKeown MUSCATINE, George Brown, 78, Conesville mayor, was charged with first degree murder Tuesday afternoon in the death of Dr. A. R. McKeown, 63, farm operator near Conesville. Deputy Sheriff L. G. Pace said McKeown told him in a statement before the retired physician was taken to a hospital that Brown had shot him. The information charging the mayor with murder was signed by Deputy Sheriff L. G. Pace. Brought before Justice of the Peace L. A. Crull, Brown waived preliminary hearing and was committed to the county jail without bond. A short time earlier Sheriff Fred B. Nesper said he and an agent of the Iowa bureau of in investigation were questioning Brown in connection with the death of the one-time Seattle Wash., physician whose brother served a term in the penitentiary for killing their mother.

Wounds Prove Fatal. Dr. McKeown died Tuesday morning in an Iowa City hospital of gunshot wounds in the back. The sheriff said the mayor admitted seeing the farm operator Monday, but denied any part in the incident. Following the death, State Agent Dwight Bender came here to assist in the investigation which the sheriff said was intensified immediately. Dr. McKeown was shot in the back Monday, apparently by a shotgun, as he was rounding up cattle on his farm, about 18 miles west of Muscatine. The horse he was riding brought him to his home. Mrs. Stuart Conklin, a neighbor, noticed the horse and rider and called other neighbors who notified the sheriff's office. The doctor was rushed to the hospital by ambulance, after giving Deputy Sheriff Pace a statement. Sheriff Nesper said Brown owns a farm near the McKeown place.

Leaves Practice For Farm. Dr. McKeown attended the University of Iowa medical college three years and finished his studies in Denver in 1910, members of the family said. He served as a major in the medical corps in World War I. Surviving are a daughter, Miss Priscilla of Mt Pleasant; his father, M. P. McKeown of Conesville, and a brother, Albert, of Muscatine County. A son, Lovelll, was killed in World War II. His wife and mother are dead. The- doctor's mother, Mrs. Rhoda Emma McKeown, then 82, was killed at Seattle in March, 1932, while on a visit at the home of another son, Dr. Albert G. McKeown, then 45, and a Seattle dentist. Her body was found in the basement of Albert's home. The dentist was convicted of second degree murder and sentenced to 12 to 25 years in prison. On the completion of his term he returned to Muscatine County, where his physician-brother already was residing. Since then both professional men have operated farms near each other in the Conesville vicinity. Council Bluffs (Iowa) Nonpareil - Wednesday, October 30, 1946

Muscatine Evening Journal, 15 October 1905. Page 4.. Shot in the leg. Ady McKeown shot by ruffian at St. Louis Fair gate. Refused to let the man in. Ady McKeown roomed at Y.M.C.A. building and taught school south of this city last winter - shot at midnight -he will recover. Ady McKeown, who roomed at the Y.M.C.A. building and taught school south of this city last winter, was shot in the left leg between the knee and hip Monday near midnight at the St. Louis world's fair ticket gate. Mr. McKeown was ticket man and refused to let two men in on one pass. This made one of the ruffians so furious that after a wrangle he shot Mr. McKeown. The couple immediately fled after the shooting. Mr. McKeown was taken to the Emergency hospital within the fair grounds and later by his request to the Sanitarium in St. Louis where the bullet was extracted. Mrs. S. A. McKeown, his aunt, who is a trained nurse in Burlington, (Ia.) was telegraphed and arrived at his bedside as soon as a St. Louis bound train could take her there. News of the shooting was received Thursday by the wounded man's brother, Albert McKeown, who rooms at the Y.M.C.A. building and is employed by the Batterson Stores. His brother Albert says from the latest reports that he has received his condition was somewhat better and probably would recover. The two ruffians are not know or as yet report to have been caught.

Muscatine Evening Journal, 28 October 1904. Page 2. Shot by soldiers. Former Muscatine boy victim of artillerymen's prank. Artillerymen were responsible for the shooting of Ady McKeown, a former Muscatine boy in St. Louis October 10, according to a letter received this morning. The account of the shooting was given in the Journal recently in which it was stated that Mr. McKeown was shot by robbers. Later advices indicate that abusive artillerymen who were determined to enter the world's fair grounds, where Mr. McKeown was a gate keeper, were responsible for his injury. The victim is recovering nicely.

Census info.
1910 US census, Iowa Ward 2, Johnson County, Iowa. Ady R. McKeown, age 26; Lena, age 23; and Lovell, age 4 months.

1920 US census, Seattle, King County, Washington. Ady R. McKeown, age 36; Lena P., age 34; Levell P. age 10; and Pricella J., age 4 years, 9 months.

1930 US census, Seattle, King County, Washington. A. Royal McKeown, age 44; Laura, age 40; Lovell, age 20; and Prescilla, age 15.

1940 US census, Orona, Muscatine County, Iowa. A. R. McKeown, age 57, single; and Priscilla McKeown, age 20, daughter.

Dr. and Mrs. Ady McKeown of Seattle, Wash., arrived Tuesday for a month's visit with relative in the Mediapolis, Sharon and Morning Sun vicinities. Their daughter Miss Priscilla McKeown who has been spending a few weeks with her aunt, Miss S.A. McKeown in Mediapolis plans to return home with them.

Burlington Hawk Eye Gazette, Friday, 9 Oct 1931

The Muscatine grand jury came through with a surprise for many when it voted a “no bill” in the alleged murder of Dr. Ady R. McKeown, Conesville farm operator, for which George Brown, 77, former Conesville mayor, had been held.
The Muscatine Journal, Muscatine, Iowa. Monday, 30 December 1946.

Buried:
https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/185032356/ady-royal-mckeown

ashes cast from McKeown Bridge on Cedar River

Ady married Lena Pearl Haney in Washington, Washington County, Iowa. Lena (daughter of David Nathaniel Haney and Martha Jane Bosley) was born on 2 Jun 1886 in Missouri; died on 11 Mar 1927 in Seattle, King County, Washington; was cremated in location of ashes unknown. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Children:

40. Lovell Parker McKeown was born on 3 Dec 1909 in Iowa; died on 29 May 1943 in Attu Island, Alaska; was buried in Golden Gate National Cemetery, San Bruno, San Mateo County, California.
41. Pricilla McKeown was born on 18 Mar 1915 in Chelan County, Washington; died on 18 Jun 2000 in Colorado Springs, El Paso County, Colorado; was cremated in Evergreen Cemetery, Colorado Springs, El Paso County, Colorado.

20.

Albert Gay McKeown

(6.Moses², 1.Annie¹) was born on 8 Apr 1886 in Conesville, Muscatine County, Iowa; died on 19 Dec 1965 in Los Angeles County, California.

Other Events:

Occupation: dentist
Census: 1920, Leavenworth, Chelan County, Washington
Census: 1930, Seattle, King County, Washington

Notes:

From The Burlington Hawk Eye, Burlington, Iowa, 4 March 1932. Page 1.
Dentist confesses killing of aged mother.
Argument over money leads to brutal murder.
Reputed confession of son withheld while probe continues. By the Associated Press. Seattle, Wash. March 3.
Police announced late today that Dr. Albert G. McKeown had confessed he killed his 81-year-old mother, Mrs. Rhoda McKeown of Muscatine, Ia., with bare hands in a dispute over money.
Dentist Admits Crime.
After two days of questioning, following discovery of the body of Mrs. McKeown in the basement of his home, the doctor broke down this morning, police said. He had been confronted with extensive evidence. “I killed her,” Sheriff Claude G. Bannick quoted him as saying after he had become quieted. Word of the reputed confession of the dentist was withheld by the prosecutor’s office while details of the case were investigated.
Detective Found Will.
Detectives said they had found a will Mrs. McKeown had made three days before her death. In it, they added, she had revoked a previous will which left the bulk of her estate to Dr. McKeown and provided that he share it equally with an old brother, Dr. A. Royal McKeown, also of Seattle.
They added they learned the elderly woman had drafted new notes to make a $10,700 loan to Dr. Albert McKeown payable to her estate, instead of being cancelled, if she died. The new notes were unsigned.
After McKeown’s confession, Sheriff Bannick said he was allowed to go to bed and was wakened late today.The confession was not announced earlier, the sheriff added, to permit more evidence to be assembled.
McKeown Makes Confession
Sheriff Bannick said Dr. McKeown “went to pieces, blew up and confessed.” In addition to the matters of the new will and the notes on his mother’s loan, cuts and abrasions on his left hand were evidence the officers queried him about, they said. The doctor had contended they were not cuts
(continued on page twelve)
but merely burns accidently received from a flat iron.
During the early investigation of the death, the doctor’s wife was questioned and released after spending a night in jail and the elder brother, Dr. A. Royal McKeown, also was brought into the case.
Affairs Readied Crisis
He had told Deputy Prosecutor Lenhan, the prosecutor said, of his irritation over the over the way in which his younger brother had obtained money from his mother and had said that affairs had reached a crisis between them on the day of her death. A portion of a blood-soaked piece of canvas and a piece of charred note was taken from the furnace of the dentist’s home after the mother was found dead. After explaining he had found her body in the basement, the dentist said he had covered her with the canvas and then threw it into the furnace, and substituted a blanket. His story to authorities was that he believed a marauder had slain her in the basement seeking $5,000 in bonds which he said she was accustomed to carry in her clothing.
Mrs. McKeown came west last December with her younger son from her home in Iowa.
Note: This front page story shared the page with news of the kidnapping of the Lindberg baby.

From Burlington Hawk Eve, Burlington, Iowa, 28 April 1932. Page 1.
Jury excused as state argues with defense over testimony about victim.
By the Associated Press.
Seattle, Wash. April 27.
The jury in the Dr. Albert G. McKeown murder trial was excused today when the state began a fight against defense efforts to show his mother, Mrs. Rhoda McKeown, 81, was mentally unbalanced. McKeown is charged with second degree murder as a result of a fatal beating given her in the cellar of his home here March 1.
Mrs. Martin Jacobson, a neighbor of the McKeowns, was testifying regarding the dead woman’s talk and actions when Prosecutor Robert M. Berrander interrupted with the statement “The first thing we know the defense will be striving to show the old lady deserved to die.”
“That is not true,” retorted Defense Attorney Henry Clay Agnew. Mrs. Jacobson quoted Mrs. McKeown as saying her sons were going to take her into a dark place to murder her. It developed, the witness said, they were taking their mother into a motion picture theater.
The jury was locked up when both sides began an argument on the admissibility of the testimony. The defense effort for force admission of the state’s copy of the dentist’s confession to the beating failed when the court ruled the state need not produce it.

From the Burlington Hawk Eye, Burlington, Iowa, 3 May 1932. Page 1.
Dentist Takes Witness Stand.
Prosecution Confronts Defendant With Sheaf of Letters Written to Mother.
By The Associated Press, Seattle, Wash, May 2.
After being subjected to cross-examination throughout the day, Dr. Albert G. McKeown, Seattle dentist charged with second degree murder for the slaying of his mother, Mrs. Rhoda McKeown of Muscatine, Ia., late today was confronted with a sheaf of letters, he had written to his mother.
Altho the dentist had testified his mother begged him to bring her to Seattle so his brother, Dr. A. Royal McKeown, Seattle physician, could not have her committed to an insane asylum, he admitted authorship of letters, begging the woman to come here.
The dentist when questioned as to why he had attempted to implicate his brother in the killing said the brother “tried to implicate my dear wife.”
Dr. McKeown explained that when he sent for his physician brother after the tragedy he had expected solace and consolation.
Prosecutor Robert M. Burgunder replied with a letter which the dentist admitted writing to his mother in which he referred to the physician as a “thief, a murderer, and libertine.”

From the Burlington Hawk Eye, Burlington, Iowa, 14 May 1932. Page 1.
Two Matricides To Be Sentence Today.
By the Associated Press, Seattle, Wash. May 3.
Two matricides who slew their mothers here on the same night last March will be sentence tomorrow in superior court.
They are Dr. Albert McKeown, convicted of second degree murder for beating to death his mother, Mrs. Rhoda McKeown of Muscatine, Ia., after quarreling over money, and Leslie Barrett, who shot his mother at a drinking party and convicted to manslaughter.

Albert G. McKeown
Funeral services for Albert G. McKeown were held today in Santa Monica, California. Mr. McKeown died last Sunday while vacationing in California. He was a former resident of Muscatine County and was the last member of the family for which the McKeown bridge on County road C was named. His occupation was forming from which he retired.
His parents were Parker and Emma Lord McKeown.
Survivors include three children: Forest of Palos Verdes Peninsula, California, Gayle of Kirkland, Washington and Adele Gupsill [Guptill] of Los Angeles. Relatives in this area include cousins, Herman and Andrew Lord and Mrs. Jesse Korte of Muscatine, and Richard Lord of Nichols. Burial took place in California.

The Muscatine Journal, Muscatine, Iowa. Thursday, 23 December 1965

Albert married Anna Marie Grue on 8 May 1912 in Bellingham, Whatcom County, Washington. Anna (daughter of Christian Grue and Carrie Bilden) was born on 10 Sep 1889 in Hawley, Clay County, Minnesota; died on 7 May 1975 in Redmond, King County, Washington; was buried in Sunset Hills Memorial Park, Bellevue, King County, Washington. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Children:

42. Forrest Grue McKeown was born on 13 Jul 1913 in Chelan County, Washington; died on 27 May 2009 in Novato, Marin County, California.
43. Gayle L. McKeown was born on 26 Dec 1915 in Chelan, Chelan County, Washington; died on 15 Jan 1992 in Seattle, King County, Washington; was buried in Sunset Hills Memorial Park, Bellevue, King County, Washington.
44. Adele M. McKeown was born on 21 Apr 1920 in Leavenworth, Chelan County, Washington; died on 16 Jul 2012 in Bothell, King County, Washington.

21.

Avis Veda McKeown

(8.John², 1.Annie¹) was born on 27 Nov 1889 in Mediapolis, Des Moines County, Iowa; died in Jan 1974 in Perry, Noble County, Oklahoma; was buried in Grace Hill Cemetery, Perry, Noble County, Oklahoma.

Notes:

Cemetery location.
Driving Directions: From Perry, Oklahoma courthouse, go east 4 blocks on Cedar Street, then 1 block south on 2nd street, then take left fork of Y (Memorial Drive) and follow Memorial Drive 6/10 of a mile. Cemetery gates are located on the south side of road.

Buried:
https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/38354343/avis-veda-daniels

Section X_11_D_3 & 4

Avis married Percy Sterling Daniels on 30 Nov 1907 in Perry, Noble County, Oklahoma. Percy (son of Unknown Daniels and Eva Benham) was born on 28 Apr 1885 in Chatfield, Olmsted County, Minnesota; died on 8 Nov 1962 in Perry, Noble County, Oklahoma; was buried in Grace Hill Cemetery, Perry, Noble County, Oklahoma. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Children:

45. Cecil Lamar Daniels was born on 21 Oct 1909 in Oklahoma; died on 20 May 1972; was buried in Grace Hill Cemetery, Perry, Noble County, Oklahoma.

22.

William Stanley McKeown

(8.John², 1.Annie¹) was born on 11 Dec 1896 in Lucien, Noble County, Oklahoma; died on 18 Feb 1964 in Iowa City, Johnson County, Iowa; was buried in Elm Grove Cemetery, Washington, Washington County, Iowa.

Other Events:

Census: 1920, North Osage, Lincoln County, Oklahoma
Census: 1930, Wapello, Louisa County, Iowa
Census: 1940, Franklin Township, Washington County, Iowa

Notes:

William (Stanley) McKeown passed away at Veteran’s hospital in Iowa City on February 18 after a two-weeks illness.
He was born at Lucian, Okla., on December 11, 1896, son of John and Sara Shield McKeown. December 11, 1919 he married Reva Davis at Mediapolis. They were divorce in 1936.
He married Mrs. Ann Kauffman on June 25, 1939 at Wapello. She survives as do his children: Louis Stanley McKeown, Jr., Muscatine; Roger William McKeown, Sioux City; Mrs. Richard (Phyllis Jean) Graff, Jacksonville, Ill., 11 grandchildren; his step-children, Mrs. Raymond Gerdes, Ainsworth; Max Kauffman, Bettendorf; John Kauffman, Maquoketa; 7 step-grandchildren; and a sister, Mrs. Avis Daniels, Perry, Okla.
He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Chester McKeown.
Services were held at Washington, Iowa, at the Immanuel Lutheran Church of which he was a member. Rev. Dennis Stutred officiated. Burial was in Elm Grove Cemetery in Washington.
Mediapolis New Era, Mediapolis, Iowa. Thursday, 27 February 1964.

Buried:
https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/126436288/william-stanley-mckeown

Plot: C-5-22

Headstone photo used with permission from Ben Bower findagrave contributor.

William married Reva Estella Davis on 11 Dec 1919 in Mediapolis, Des Moines County, Iowa, and was divorced in 1936. Reva (daughter of Samuel Oscar Davis and Lillie Mae Purcell) was born on 15 Sep 1899 in Iowa; died on 21 Mar 1981 in Peru, LaSalle County, Illinois; was buried on 23 Mar 1981 in Kossuth Cemetery, Mediapolis, Des Moines County, Iowa. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Children:

46. Lewis Stanley McKeown was born on 11 Sep 1921 in Oakville, Louisa County, Iowa; died on 27 Jun 1991 in Muscatine, Muscatine County, Iowa; was buried in Eliza Creek Cemetery, Eliza, Mercer County, Illinois.
47. Roger William McKeown was born on 26 Jun 1928 in Wapello, Louisa County, Iowa; died on 2 Sep 1990 in Sioux City, Woodbury County, Iowa; was buried in Calvary Cemetery, Sioux City, Woodbury County, Iowa.
48. Phyllis J “Micki” McKeown was born on 19 Sep 1931 in Wapello, Louisa County, Iowa; died on 4 Oct 2022 in Peru, LaSalle County, Illinois; was buried in Peru City Cemetery, Peru, LaSalle County, Illinois.

William married Anna Emilie Simmering on 25 Jun 1939 in Wapello, Louisa County, Iowa. Anna was born in 1900 in Fort Dodge, Webster County, Iowa; died on 7 Oct 1980; was buried in Elm Grove Cemetery, Washington, Washington County, Iowa. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

23.

Chester Alan McKeown

(8.John², 1.Annie¹) was born on 9 Nov 1898 in Perry, Noble County, Oklahoma; died on 25 Nov 1952 in Burlington, Des Moines County, Iowa; was buried on 28 Nov 1952 in Kossuth Cemetery, Mediapolis, Des Moines County, Iowa.

Other Events:

_MILT: World War I. US Navy.
Census: 1920, Yellow Springs Township, Des Moines County, Iowa
Census: 1930, Yellow Springs Township, Des Moines County, Iowa
Census: 1940, Huron Township, Des Moines County, Iowa
Census: 1950, San Pedro, Rio Arriba County, New Mexico

Notes:

US WWII draft registration card, 16 Feb 1942.
Chester Alan McKeown
age 43
birth date 9 Nov 1898, Noble County, Oklahoma
residence: Mediapolis, Des Moines County, Iowa
telephone: Mediapolis 866
employer: self
weight: 170
complexion: ruddy
eye color: blue
hair color: brown
height 5'8"
other obvious physical characteristics: tattoo on both arms
next of kin: Minnie McKeown

Chester A. McKeown.
Services will be held Tuesday at 2p.m. from Mediapolis Methodist church for Chester A. McKeown, 53, who died Sunday in Burlington hospital. The body will be taken from the Wallen funeral home to the church Tuesday at 10 a.m. Burial will be Kossuth cemetery.
McKeown was born at Perry, Okla., Nov. 9 1898, and farmed for many years near Mediapolis. About five years ago he moved to Espanola, N. Mex., and operated a trailer sales agency there. He returned to Burlington a few days ago for surgery.
He married Minnie Wunnenberg at Sperry Jan. 14, 1920. He was a member of Mediapolis Methodist church, the Burlington Moose and the Valley masonic chapter at Espanola. He served in the navy during World war one.
Surviving are his widow; two daughters, Mrs. Evelyn Thompson, Mediapolis, and Mrs. Lucille Hedges, Darien, Wis.; two grandchildren; a brother, Stanley, Washington, Ia.; a sister, Mrs. Avis Daniels, Perry, Okla., and a stepmother, Mrs. Norah McKeown, Mediapolis.
Burlington Hawk Eye Gazette, Burlington, Iowa, 27 October 1952.

1920 US census, enumerated 8 January 1920
Mediapolis, Yellow Springs Township, Des Moines County, Iowa
Sarah McKeown age 69
Samantha McKeown age 55, nurse
Chester McKeown, age 21, nephew, farm laborer

1925 Iowa state census
Yellow Springs Township, Des Moines County, Iowa
C.A. McKeown, age 26, farmer, renting
Minnie, age 26
Evelyn G., age 4
Lucille, age 2

1930 US census, enumerated 21 April 1930
Yellow Spring Township, Des Moines County, Iowa
Chester A. McKeown, age 31, farmer, rented
Mary C. [Minnie], age 31
Evelyn G., age 9, attended school
Lucille I. age 7, attended school

The household has a radio.
Chester is a veteran of the world war.

1940 US census, enumerated 9 & 10 April 1940
Huron Township, Des Moines County, Iowa
Chester McKeown, age 41, farmer, owned farm, value $2000
Minnie, age 41
Evelyn, age 19
Lucille, age 18, attended school

Buried:
https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/115335181/chester-alan-mckeown

Cartwright addition, Lot 086

Chester married Minnie Clara Wunnenberg on 14 Jan 1920 in Sperry, Des Moines County, Iowa. Minnie (daughter of Frederick Chris Wunnenberg and Anna Mary Riemann) was born on 14 Oct 1898 in Sperry, Des Moines County, Iowa; died on 30 Oct 1972 in Beloit, Rock County, Wisconsin; was buried in Kossuth Cemetery, Mediapolis, Des Moines County, Iowa. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Children:

49. Evelyn Grace McKeown was born on 1 Dec 1920 in Newport Township, Louisa County, Iowa; died on 23 Feb 2014 in Burlington, Des Moines County, Iowa; was buried in Kossuth Cemetery, Mediapolis, Des Moines County, Iowa.
50. Lucille Irene McKeown was born on 19 Mar 1922 in Iowa; died on 30 Mar 2013 in Dousman, Waukesha County, Wisconsin; was buried in Darien Cemetery, Darien, Walworth County, Wisconsin.

24.

Ed Brewster

(11.Melinda², 1.Annie¹) was born on 3 Mar 1907 in Burlington, Des Moines County, Iowa; died on 9 Mar 1907 in Burlington, Des Moines County, Iowa; was buried in Aspen Grove Cemetery, Burlington, Des Moines County, Iowa.

Notes:

Buried:
https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/122597595/infant_son-brewster

Block 294, Lot 001. Grave 02

25.

George Brewster

(11.Melinda², 1.Annie¹) was born on 16 Mar 1909 in Burlington, Des Moines County, Iowa; died in Jul 1986 in Burlington, Des Moines County, Iowa; was buried in Burlington Memorial Park, Burlington, Des Moines County, Iowa.

Other Events:

Occupation: electrician

Notes:

Buried:
https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/171335149/george-brewster

Family/Spouse: Virginia Mattoon. Virginia was born on 16 Jul 1920 in Salem, Henry County, Iowa; died on 24 Apr 1994 in Burlington, Des Moines County, Iowa; was buried in Burlington Memorial Park, Burlington, Des Moines County, Iowa. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

26.

Hazel Ann McKeown

(12.William², 1.Annie¹) was born on 14 Mar 1894 in Wisconsin; died on 4 Jun 1902 in Eau Claire, Eau Claire County, Wisconsin; was buried in Lakeview Cemetery, Eau Claire, Eau Claire County, Wisconsin.

Notes:

Eau Claire Weekly Telegram
5 June 1902.
Local miscellany of the Week. City of Eau Claire.
Hazel, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ira McKeown, Fifth avenue is ill of diphtheria.

Eau Claire Leader
5 June 1902
Death of Hazel McKeown.
We regret to announce the death of Hazel McKeown, daughter of Ira and Isabella McKeown, and granddaughter to Ex-Alderman Leake, who died yesterday after a short illness from diphtheria. She was only eight years of age and was a remarkably intelligent child. She was a pupil of the Washington school and was very proficient. She will be buried today at Lakeview Cemetery. Rev. F. A. Hatch will officiate. The funeral will be from the family residence, 610 Fifth avenue.

Buried:
https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/61985929/hazel-ann-mckeown

27.

Margaret Effie McKeown

(12.William², 1.Annie¹) was born on 10 Oct 1899 in Eau Claire, Eau Claire County, Wisconsin; died on 18 Sep 1983 in Minneapolis, Hennepin County, Minnesota; was buried in Lakeview Cemetery, Eau Claire, Eau Claire County, Wisconsin.

Other Events:

Census: 1940, Eau Claire, Eau Claire County, Wisconsin

Notes:

Effie Howard.
Minneapolis. Effie M. Howard, 83, 2518 Pierce St. N.E., died Sunday at the Hennepin County Medical Center.
Effie M. McKeown was born in Eau Claire. She worked for Dunningan-Rutherford Insurance Agency for many years. She married George D. Howard Sept. 30, 1950, in Eau Claire. She had lived in Minneapolis since her marriage.
Survivors include several nieces and nephews.
Services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Thursday at Lenmark-Gomarud Funeral Home, with burial in Lake View Cemetery.
Friends may call an hour before service at the funeral home.
Leader Telegram< Eau Claire, Wisconsin. Tuesday, 20 September 1983.

Buried:
https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/64986057/margaret-effie-howard

28.

Gertrude Ruth McKeown

(12.William², 1.Annie¹) was born on 25 Mar 1902 in Eau Claire, Eau Claire County, Wisconsin; died on 10 Nov 1940 in Grand Rapids, Kent County, Michigan; was buried on 13 Nov 1940 in Lakeview Cemetery, Eau Claire, Eau Claire County, Wisconsin.

Other Events:

Census: 1930, Grand Rapids, Kent County, Michigan
Census: 1940, Grand Rapids, Kent County, Michigan

Notes:

Gertrude McKeown Dies in Michigan; to Hold Rites Here
Miss Gertrude R. McKeown, daughter of Mrs. Belle McKeown of this city, died Sunday at Grand Rapids, Michigan, where she has resided the past 12 years. Besides her mother, she is survived by two sisters, Mrs. O.R. Richmond of Grand Rapids and Effie McKeown of this city.
Funeral services will be held on Wednesday afternoon at 1:30 from Lenmark’s. The Rev. M.R. Siemans will officiate. Interment will be in Lake View cemetery.
Leader-Telegram, Eau Claire, Wisconsin. Tuesday, 12 November 1940.

Buried:
https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/64985702/gertrude-r.-mckeown

29.

Grace Evelyn McKeown

(12.William², 1.Annie¹) was born on 20 Jan 1905 in Wisconsin; died on 8 Mar 1977 in Grand Rapids, Kent County, Michigan; was buried in Garfield Park Cemetery, Grand Rapids, Kent County, Michigan.

Notes:

Richmond. Mrs. Grace E. Richmond, aged 72, of Rockford passed away Tuesday afternoon at Osteopathic Hospital. Surviving are her husband Orla, two daughters, Mrs. William (Mary) Nichols, Mrs. William (Barbara) Wiersum, both of Grand Rapids, a son David Richmond of Freeport, 12 grandchildren, four great grandchildren, a sister Mrs. Effie Howard of Minneapolis, Minn. Services will be held Friday afternoon 1:30 at Zaagman Memorial Chapel, Rev. Darrell A. Wilson officiating, interment Garfield Park Cemetery. The family will be at the chapel Wednesday even7 to 9, Thursday 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Those desiring may send memorial contributions to the Second Baptist Church.

Buried:
https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/113833892/grace-e.-richmond

Lot 83, Section 10, Grave 5.

Family/Spouse: Orla Ransom Richmond. Orla (son of Jay Emerson Richmond and Clara J. Townsend) was born on 19 Sep 1899 in Michigan; died on 13 Feb 1986 in Cannon, Kent County, Michigan; was buried in Garfield Park Cemetery, Grand Rapids, Kent County, Michigan. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Generation: 4

30.

Ellen Francis McKeown

(14.Roy³, 3.James², 1.Annie¹) was born on 27 Jul 1908 in Louisa County, Iowa; died on 29 Mar 1995 in Glendale, Maricopa County, Arizona; was buried on 7 Sep 1995 in Aspen Grove Cemetery, Burlington, Des Moines County, Iowa.

Notes:

Hawk Eye, Burlington, Iowa, 7 April 1995, page 9.
Ellen Maxwell. A former Burlington resident, Ellen F. Maxwell, 86, of Glendale, Ariz., died Wednesday, March 29, 1995. Born in 1908 in Lake Forest, 111., she was the daughter of Roy B. and Anna Munson McKeown. She is survived by two daughters , Diana Liebermann of Henderson, Nev., and Janet C. Perkins of Phoenix, Ariz.; a son, Calvin Charles Maxwell of Santa Fe, N.M.; one brother, Amos McKeown of Mesa, Ariz.; 11 grandchildren; 12 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents and a brother. A memorial service was April 10 in Phoenix. She will be buried in August in Aspen Grove Cemetery, Burlington. Brown's Colonial Mortuary, Phoenix, is in charge of arrangements.

Buried:
https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/117949322/ellen-francis-maxwell

Block 316, Lot 102, Grave 03

Ellen married Calvin Charles Maxwell on 4 Sep 1926 in Burlington, Des Moines County, Iowa. Calvin was born on 7 Dec 1907 in Iowa; died on 28 Apr 1936 in Burlington, Des Moines County, Iowa; was buried on 1 May 1936 in Aspen Grove Cemetery, Burlington, Des Moines County, Iowa. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Children:

51. Diana Jane Maxwell was born on 17 Jul 1927 in West Burlington, Des Moines County, Iowa; died on 5 Mar 2015 in Las Vegas, Clark County, Nevada; was buried in Southern Nevada Veterans Memorial Cemetery, Boulder City, Clark County, Nevada.
52. Calvin Charles Maxwell was born on 27 Nov 1928 in Burlington, Des Moines County, Iowa; died on 26 Dec 2015 in Gresham, Multnomah County, Oregon.

31.

Amos Roy McKeown

(14.Roy³, 3.James², 1.Annie¹) was born on 5 Aug 1911 in Morning Sun, Louisa County, Iowa; died on 29 Jul 2000 in Mesa, Maricopa County, Arizona; was buried in Mountain View Cemetery, Mesa, Maricopa County, Arizona.

Other Events:

Occupation: bookkeeper, clerk
Census: 1940, Burlington, Des Moines County, Iowa

Notes:

Buried:
https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/137729741/amos-roy-mckeown

Amos married Maxine Lenore Riggs on 5 Aug 1934 in Burlington, Des Moines County, Iowa, and was divorced before 1950. Maxine (daughter of Perry Francis Riggs and Alva Johannes Haines) was born on 15 Sep 1914 in Burlington, Des Moines County, Iowa; died on 11 Oct 2007; was buried in Mount Auburn Cemetery, Colchester, McDonough County, Illinois. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: Pauline Elizabeth Jensen. Pauline was born on 4 Dec 1916 in Madison County, Iowa; died on 28 Jul 1997 in Scottsdale, Maricopa County, Arizona; was buried in Mountain View Cemetery, Mesa, Maricopa County, Arizona. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

32.

Lewis Everett McKeown

(14.Roy³, 3.James², 1.Annie¹) was born on 1 Oct 1916 in Burlington, Des Moines County, Iowa; died on 15 Feb 1988 in Iowa City, Johnson County, Iowa; was buried in Kossuth Cemetery, Mediapolis, Des Moines County, Iowa.

Other Events:

_MILT: World War II. US Army

Notes:

Burlington Hawk-Eye, Burlington, Iowa, 17 February 1988, page 16.
Lewis E. McKeown, 72, of 2204 S. Central Ave., died 7:15 p.m. Monday, Feb. 15, 1988, at University Hospitals, Iowa City.
Born Oct. 1, 1916, in Burlington, he was the son of Roy B. and Anna Munson McKeown. He married Lois Pepmeyer Oct. 4, 1940, in Burlington. He was employed with the purchasing department of Burlington Basket Co. before retiring. He was a U.S. Army veteran of World War II and a member of the First
United Methodist Church. Surviving are his wife; one daughter, Mrs. Sue (Henry) Hentzel, Fort Madison; one son, Joel T. McKeown, Danville, Ill.; one sister, Mrs. Ellen Maxwell, Glendale, Ariz.; one brother, Amos McKeown, Mesa, Ariz.; four grandchildren; and eight nieces and nephews. Visitation will be from 7 to 8:30 p.m. today at Prugh's Chapel. The service for Mr. McKeown will be 10:30 a.m. Thursday at Prugh's Chapel with the Rev. Robert Dodder officiating. The body will be cremated following the service. A memorial has been established for the First United Methodist Church.

Buried:
https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/92947243/lewis-everett-mckeown

Section Mehaffy N., Lot 456, S 1/2

Lewis married Lois Caroline Pepmeyer on 4 Oct 1940 in Burlington, Des Moines County, Iowa. Lois was born on 23 Mar 1917 in Burlington, Des Moines County, Iowa; died on 30 Jun 2012 in West Burlington, Des Moines County, Iowa; was buried in Kossuth Cemetery, Mediapolis, Des Moines County, Iowa. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

33.

Ralph Leroy Marohn

(16.Alice³, 3.James², 1.Annie¹) was born on 31 Oct 1918 in Spokane County, Washington; died on 10 May 1983 in Tacoma, Pierce County, Washington; was buried in Forest Memorial Gardens, Olympia, Thurston County, Washington.

Other Events:

Occupation: US Army captain.
_MILT: US Army.

Notes:

Ralph L. Marohn
Ralph L. Marohn, 64, of Olympia, died Tuesday at Madigan Army Hospital.
He was born Oct. 31, 1918, in Spokane. He served as a captain in the Army and retired in 1962. He then worked as a bus driver for the North Thurston School District for 13 years before retiring in 1978. He and his wife Grace celebrated their 40th wedding anniversary May 29, 1982.
He was a member of Olympia Moos Lodge NO.1759, the Olympia VFW Lodge No.318, the Olympia post of the American Legion, the Retired Officers Association and was a charter member of Lacey Eagles Lodge No.21.
Survivors include, besides his wife at the family home, a son, Michael, Olympia; a daughter, Mrs. Greg (Carol) Chaper, Olympia; a sister Mrs. Albert (MaryAlice) Giggs, La Mesa, Calif.; also three grandchildren.
The funeral service for Mr. Marohn will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at Forest Funeral Home chapel with the Rev. Henry S. Rahn officiating. Burial will be in Forest Memorial Gardens under the direction of Forest Funeral Home.
The Olympian, Olympia, Washington. Thursday, 12 May 1983.

Buried:
https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/96320287/ralph-l-marohn

Ralph married Grace Elizabeth Wunderlich on 29 May 1942 in Spokane, Spokane County, Washington. Grace was born on 1 Oct 1913 in Wheelock, Williams County, North Dakota; died on 6 May 2005 in Olympia, Thurston County, Washington; was buried in Forest Memorial Gardens, Olympia, Thurston County, Washington. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

34.

Mary Alice Marohn

(16.Alice³, 3.James², 1.Annie¹) was born on 24 Oct 1921 in Washington; died on 31 Dec 2011; was buried in Greenwood Memorial Park, San Diego, San Diego County, California.

Notes:

GRIGGS, MARY ALICE October 24, 1921 to December 31, 2011 Mary Alice passed away peacefully at the age of 90 with her family present. She was preceded in death by her husband, Albert, son, Randall and great-grandson, Reese. She is survived by her daughters, Cheris Markin, Holly Mitchell, son Albert, grandchildren Anthony, Valerie, Tammy, Mike, and nine great-grandchildren. She was longtime resident in La Mesa, California. She spent her remaining years in Branson and Fordland, Missouri

Published in San Diego Union-Tribune on January 29, 2012

Buried:
https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/195737716/mary-alice-griggs

Family/Spouse: Albert Franklin Griggs. Albert was born on 2 Mar 1922 in Faulkton, Faulk County, South Dakota; died on 7 Feb 2004 in Pahrump, Nye County, Nevada; was buried in Greenwood Memorial Park, San Diego, San Diego County, California. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Children:

53. Cheris Lee Griggs was born on 17 Oct 1942; died on 28 Dec 2018; was cremated in Wildey Cemetery, Washington, Franklin County, Missouri.

35.

Ruth Alma Marohn

(16.Alice³, 3.James², 1.Annie¹) was born on 26 Dec 1923 in Burlington, Des Moines County, Iowa; died on 11 Mar 1925 in Burlington, Des Moines County, Iowa; was buried in Aspen Grove Cemetery, Burlington, Des Moines County, Iowa.

Notes:

Buried:
https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/101147146/ruth-alma-marohn

Plot 205, 007, 05

36.

Johnnie Casten

(17.Elsie³, 3.James², 1.Annie¹) was born on 28 Jun 1926 in Morning Sun, Louisa County, Iowa; died on 28 Jun 1926 in Morning Sun, Louisa County, Iowa; was buried in Elmwood Cemetery, Morning Sun, Louisa County, Iowa.

Notes:

Buried:
https://iowagravestones.org/gs_view.php?id=52937

https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/7477846/johnnie-casten

J. C. Brown's Addition, lot 103

37.

Herman James Casten

(17.Elsie³, 3.James², 1.Annie¹) was born on 14 Oct 1927 in Iowa; died on 22 May 2004 in Cedar Rapids, Linn County, Iowa; was cremated in Elmwood Cemetery, Morning Sun, Louisa County, Iowa.

Other Events:

Occupation: truck drive and business agent for Teamsters Local No.238

Notes:

C.R. voice falls silent
City Council-meeting regular Casten, 76, commits suicide
By Rick Smith, The Gazette
Cedar Rapids – H.J. “Doc” Casten has been a regular citizen voice at City Council meetings and the kind of critic elected officials come to love.
A former truck drive and business agent for Teamsters Local No.238, he always sprinkled suggestions for better government with a good thing to say about the city and the council.
It was a dependable mix. Casten 76, never surprised.
Until now.
After emergency colon surgery and the pain and discomfort that his wife said would not subside in the month following the surgery, the mild-mannered Casten killed himself at his home, 187 Carter St. NW.
His wife Shirley, said she had gone to the pharmacy May 22 to pick up some stomach medicine for him and found him dead when she returned.
Shirley Casten said her husband had insisted on no obituary, no funeral and no burial. He was cremated.
Mayor Paul Pate said this week that the suicide startled and saddened him and his council colleagues.
:He’s always been upbeat, uplifting,” Pate said. “He never complained about himself. He always had good things to say about the city.”
Shirley Casten said her husband began attending council meetings several years ago when he tired of people who would complain about City Hall but would never go there to voice an opinion. He decided he would.
Some probably thought Casten showed at the council gatherings – which are taped for telecast on the local cable station – so he could see himself on TV. But he couldn’t.
“We don’t have cable,” his wife said.
The respectful retiree sat apart from the handful of other citizen regulars who often speak at council meetings, and it was his stew of praise and suggestions that earned Casten credibility among council members, Pate said.
“He’d say, “This is one I think you missed, and I hope you do better the next time,’” the mayor said.
Casten was a strong advocate for veterans, public transportation and public safely and recently had been named to a City Hall task force to study the city’s police helicopter program.
This spring Casten suggested that the council delay more spending on bike trails so it could save some jabs slated for layoff at the Street Department.
In the past, he questioned why the council raised the bar from $5,000 to $10,000 on the size of city purchases that needed council review, saying, “Accountability, when you’re handling large sums of other people’s money, cannot be overdone.”
Casten had been known, too, to tell the council to be careful raising taxes and utility rates, saying the increase hit retirees hard.
“I don’t want to leave Cedar Rapids, but every time someone aims at my pocketbook, I have to look at a road map,” Casten said once.
Casten, who grew up in Morning Sun in Louisa County, was called “Doc” and not his given name, Herman. The nickname stuck after he returned from mechanic school as a young man with a doctor of mechanics certificate, his wife said.
Shirley Casten said she met her husband in the Kansas City area and they married a week later. They were married 51 years and had a son and daughter, she said.
After heart surgery a few years ago, he made a point to walking two miles every day in his neighborhood.
“Sometime it took him a while to get back here if he found somebody to talk to,” Shirley Casten said. “People said he always knew what was going on in the neighborhood.”
More than that, he made it a point to try to know what was going on in all of Cedar Rapids.
But he never hinted that he knew it all or that he ever would.
“He was a gentleman, “Pate said. “He was a breath of fresh air. He’s a voice we’re going to miss.
The Gazette, Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Friday, 11 June 2004.

Buried:
https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/203324769/herman-j-casten

Elmwood Gardens Addition-B, Block 1, Lot 14N

Family/Spouse: Shirley Jean Mullison. Shirley was born on 2 Oct 1928 in Shenandoah, Page County, Iowa; died on 2 Aug 2013; was buried in Elmwood Cemetery, Morning Sun, Louisa County, Iowa. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

38.

Helen Laverne McKeown

(18.Ralph³, 3.James², 1.Annie¹) was born on 6 Jan 1935 in Burlington, Des Moines County, Iowa; died on 18 Oct 2013 in West Burlington, Des Moines County, Iowa; was buried in Burlington Memorial Park, Burlington, Des Moines County, Iowa.

Notes:

Helen Laverne Yaeger, 78, Burlington resident died Friday, October 18, 2013 at Great River Medical Center, West Burlington, Iowa. She was born June 6, 1935 in Burlington, Iowa the daughter of Ralph E. and Mildred Marie Linder McKeown. On June 6, 1954 she married Edwin Lee Yaeger at Monmouth, Illinois. He died July 18, 2008.

She was a member of First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ). Helen was a homemaker; she worked at Senior Citizens for six years, Burlington High School for two years and was an Avon representative for 40 years.

Helens family was the most important to her. She enjoyed spending all of the holidays with them and especially the yearly family picnics. She never knew a stranger. She loved her flowers.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, two brother in laws, Robert Tillman and Bob Carhoff and one sister, Lois Parkhurst.

Buried:
https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/118965454/helen-laverne-yaeger

Family/Spouse: Edwin Lee Yaeger. Edwin was born on 12 Jan 1932 in Burlington, Des Moines County, Iowa; died on 18 Jul 2008 in West Burlington, Des Moines County, Iowa; was buried in Burlington Memorial Park, Burlington, Des Moines County, Iowa. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

39.

Lois Elaine McKeown

(18.Ralph³, 3.James², 1.Annie¹) was born on 4 Nov 1952 in Burlington, Des Moines County, Iowa; died on 29 Apr 1997 in Morning Sun, Louisa County, Iowa; was buried in Elmwood Cemetery, Morning Sun, Louisa County, Iowa.

Notes:

Burlington Hawk-Eye, Burlington, Iowa, 1 May 1997, page 8. Lois Elaine Parkhurst, 44, of Morning Sun, died Tuesday, April 29, 1997, at her home. Born Nov. 4, 1952, in Burlington, she was the daughter of Ralph E. and Mildred Linder McKeown. She married Terry Parkhurst Feb. 19, 1972, at Morning Sun. He died April 15, 1985. She was a 1971 graduate of Morning Sun High School and attended Southeastern Community College. She was a member of Morning Sun United Methodist Church, Morning Sun School Board, Morning Sun Community Ambulance Board of Directors, was a founding member of Parent Teacher Organization in Morning Sun, was active in youth leagues, coaching and women's volleyball and Softball leagues, and was a Girl Scout leader. Mrs. Parkhurst was fire chief and the first certified firefighter of Morning Sun Volunteer Fire Department. At the time of her death, she was a provider service representative for John Deere Healthcare of Burlington. Survivors include her mother of Mediapolis; one daughter, Erika McElhinney of Morning Sun; one son, Christopher Parkhurst, at home; two grandchildren; her fiance, Silas Wellington of Morning Sun; one brother, Everett McKeown of Oshkosh, Wis.; three sisters, Helen Yaeger and Frances Tillmann, both of Burlington, and Marilyn Carhoff of Sperry; and several nieces, nephews, cousins, great nieces and great nephews. Besides her husband, she was preceded in death by her father. Friends may call as they desire from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. today at Hagele and Honts Funeral Home in Morning Sun. There will be no family visitation at the funeral home, but the family will receive friends at their residence in Morning Sun. The funeral for Mrs. Parkhurst will be at 11 a.m. Friday at United Methodist Church in Morning Sun, with the Rev. Chris Ebbers officiating. Burial will follow at Elmwood Cemetery. Memorials have been established for United Methodist Church and Morning Sun Volunteer Fire Department, both of Morning Sun.

Buried:
https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/168597978/lois-elaine-parkhurst

Elmwood Gardens Addition-E, lot 45

Lois married Terry Lane Parkhurst on 19 Feb 1972 in Morning Sun, Louisa County, Iowa. Terry was born on 19 Oct 1950 in Harrison County, Missouri; died on 15 Apr 1985 in Morning Sun, Louisa County, Iowa; was buried in Elmwood Cemetery, Morning Sun, Louisa County, Iowa. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

40.

Lovell Parker McKeown

(19.Ady³, 6.Moses², 1.Annie¹) was born on 3 Dec 1909 in Iowa; died on 29 May 1943 in Attu Island, Alaska; was buried in Golden Gate National Cemetery, San Bruno, San Mateo County, California.

Other Events:

_MILT: World War II. US Army. 17th Inf Reg. 7th Inf Div. Sergeant.

Notes:

Note from his father, Ady McKeown's obituary. Lovell was killed in Aleutian Islands at Atter while serving with the U.S. Army.

Purple Heart Medal Awarded To Sgt. Sgt.
Lovell Parker McKeown, grandson of M. P. McKeown and son of A. H. McKeown of Letts, route 1, has been awarded the Purple Heart medal posthumously, according to word received by the father.
Sgt. McKeown was killed in action in the North American area on May 29, 1943, according to word received by the relatives
on June 17 of this year.
A letter received Friday by the McKeowns from Henry L. Stimson, secretary of war, "follows:
"At the request of the president,
I write to inform you that the Purple. Heart has been awarded posthumously to your son, Sgt. Lovell P. McKeown, infantry, who sacrificed his life in defense of his country.
"Little that we can do or say will console, you for the death of your loved one. We profoundly appreciate the greatness of your loss, for in a very real sense the loss suffered by any of us in this battle for our country is a loss shared by all of us.
"When the medal, which you will shortly receive, reaches vou. I want you. to know that with it goes my sincerest sympathy and the hope that time and the victory of our cause will finally lighten the burden of your grief."
The Muscatine Journal and News-Tribune, Muscatine, Iowa. Saturday, 10 July 1943.

Sgt. Lovell Parker McKeown, grandson of M. P. McKeown of Mediapolis, killed in action May 29, 1943, on Attu in the Aleutians. Body returned for burial in September of this year.
The Muscatine Journal and News-Tribune, Muscatine, Iowa. 30 December 1943.

Sgt. McKeown is fatally injured in Army service.
Sgt. Lovell Parker McKeown, grandson of M. P. McKeown of near Letts, was killed in action in the North American area on May 29, according to information received by Mr. McKeown from the war department. Sgt. McKeown was a son of Mr. and Mrs. A. R. McKeown of Seattle. He had visited his grandfather at different times and was known in this locality. Sgt. McKeown was serving with the infantry. No details of the action in which he met death were revealed.

The Muscatine Journal and News-Tribune, Muscatine, Iowa. 17 June 1943, page 2.

Buried:
https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/3428311/lovell-parker-mckeown

Section B, Site 683

41.

Pricilla McKeown

(19.Ady³, 6.Moses², 1.Annie¹) was born on 18 Mar 1915 in Chelan County, Washington; died on 18 Jun 2000 in Colorado Springs, El Paso County, Colorado; was cremated in Evergreen Cemetery, Colorado Springs, El Paso County, Colorado.

Notes:

Party of people motor here to dine
Mr. and Mrs. W. Bennett of Omaha, Neb., Miss Priscilla McKeown of Seattle, Wash, Mrs. S.A. McKeown of Mediapolis and Mrs. M.S. Hutchins of Morning Sun, motored as a party, from Mediapolis here, to dine at the U.W.C.A. on Wednesday. Mrs. McKeown recently returned from a six months' visit in California.

The Burlington Hawk Eye, Burlington, Iowa. Friady, 12 June 1931

Miss S.A. McKeown of Mediapolis; Miss Priscilla McKeown of Seattle, Washington, spent several days at the Wm. Orndorff home.

The Burlington Hawk Eye, Burlington, Iowa. Saturday, 6 June 1931

Pricilla McKeown
Pricilla, 85, died June 18, 2000, at a local care center.
Pricilla was born March 18, 1915, in Washington.
Visitation will be private. A graveside memorial service will be at 10 a.m. Thursday at Cremation gardens, Evergreen Cemetery, 1005 N. Hancock Ave. Cremation is planned. Blunt Mortuary, 2229 W. Colorado Ave., 634-8311, in handling arrangements.

Colorado Springs Gazette, Colorado Springs, Colorado. 21 June 2000, Metro Section, page 1.
https://more.ppld.org/SpecialCollections/Index/ArticleOrders/31235.pdf
http:/daily.gazette.com/Repository/getFiles.asp?Sytle=OliveXLI

Buried:
https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/34993696/pricilla-mckeown

Block 00032 - Burial 000006
Note: her name is on a list of several on large marker for cremations.

42.

Forrest Grue McKeown

(20.Albert³, 6.Moses², 1.Annie¹) was born on 13 Jul 1913 in Chelan County, Washington; died on 27 May 2009 in Novato, Marin County, California.

Other Events:

Census: 1940, Seattle, King County, Washington

Forrest married Betty Lee Benz on 2 May 1942 in King County, Washington. Betty was born on 12 Jun 1919 in Kansas City, Jackson County, Missouri; died on 12 Jan 2000 in San Antonio, Bexar County, Texas. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

43.

Gayle L. McKeown

(20.Albert³, 6.Moses², 1.Annie¹) was born on 26 Dec 1915 in Chelan, Chelan County, Washington; died on 15 Jan 1992 in Seattle, King County, Washington; was buried in Sunset Hills Memorial Park, Bellevue, King County, Washington.

Notes:

Buried:
https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/38572445/gayle_mac_-l-mckeown

Gayle married Dorothy May Langdon on 17 Aug 1946 in King County, Washington. Dorothy was born on 20 Feb 1916 in Chelan County, Washington; died on 24 Jul 1986 in Kirkland, King County Washington; was buried in Sunset Hills Memorial Park, Bellevue, King County, Washington. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

44.

Adele M. McKeown

(20.Albert³, 6.Moses², 1.Annie¹) was born on 21 Apr 1920 in Leavenworth, Chelan County, Washington; died on 16 Jul 2012 in Bothell, King County, Washington.

Notes:

Adele and Heath Guptill
IN THE CARE OF

Evergreen Washelli Funeral Home & Cemetery

Adele M. Guptill was born in Leavenworth, Washington on April 21, 1920 to Albert and Anna (Grue) McKeown. She was the youngest of 3 siblings, the oldest being brother Forrest followed by second brother Gayle (Mac). When she was about 4 years old, the family moved to Bellingham where Albert ran Grue's Groceries by the waterfront. They later moved to Seattle.
Heath Reese Guptill was born in Seattle, Washington on June 1, 1917 to Forest Putnam Guptill and Lenore (Reese) Guptill. His sister Eugenia (Gene) was born about 10 years later.
Heath discovered from his grandfather, Nathaniel Heath Guptill (1855-1940), who married Carrie Orilla Putnam, that he is an ancestor to General Israel Putnam of Revolutionary War fame of the Battle of Bunker Hill ("don't fire until you see the whites of their eyes").
Heath and Adele attended Roosevelt High School in Seattle where they met while working on the "Stage Force" crew building sets for the theatre department. They also enjoyed singing in the choir. Adele and Heath also attended the University of Washington where Heath got a B.S. in Electrical Engineering in 1939. He also entered a Masters program before the start of WWII. Heath and Adele married on October 20, 1942 and lived briefly in Schenectady, New York where Heath had a job at GE, as well as the Naval Research Lab in Washington, DC (working on the then secret radar project). They later moved back to the West coast where they had 2 sons. Summer vacations were often spent camping or visiting family in the Seattle area. In L.A. Heath worked at Hughes Aircraft until his retirement in 1973. Wanting to move back to the Northwest after raising their family in the LA area, they built their new home in Bothell, Washington in 1974 where they lived until March, 2008.
After retirement, Heath and Adele enjoyed a busy life and traveled to Norway, England, Ireland, Hawaii and cruised the Inland Passage to Alaska. Adele enjoyed bicycling and they were both long-time members of the Bothell Senior Center "Gourmet Bicycle" riding group. Adele would ride all over the King county area and after the rides, the group would meet for a hearty lunch. Heath would act as their "sag wagon", assist with repairs and "sweep" the course for people needing a ride back to the starting point. Heath also joined the Seattle Sail and Power Squadron to further safety education in small boat seamanship and navigation. They enjoyed a wonderful sail into Princess Louisa Inlet - a place he remembered going to when he was a Boy Scout. They both had a zest for life and enjoyed sailing and being out on the water in the Sound, as well as attending various plays, Civic Light Opera, and World Cavalcade travel presentations with friends.
They have 6 grandchildren, and 8 great grandchildren. They used to rotate and "trade off" hosting Christmas gatherings either at their home in Bothell or at their son's homes in the LA area or in Oregon. Their out of state families would also come visit and enjoy the liberal policy on fireworks at the Fourth of July in Bothell.
Heath was a voracious reader and loved science fiction. He also enjoyed tinkering with electronic or wood projects in his garage workshop. He created various functional works of art and enjoyed being a "handyman" around the house. Adele worked briefly as an administrative assistant at UCLA and taught Sunday school. She was the consummate home-maker and hostess and tried numerous new healthful recipes on the family; many successful ones have been handed down to their children. Adele had a gigantic vegetable garden, growing fruits and vegetables for their table. She was also an accomplished seamstress and enjoyed sewing and knitting, creating numerous functional outfits and pieces for her family.
They were still very much in love and devoted to each another after almost 69 years of marriage! At one point before giving up driving, Heath drove into Bothell to get a Mother's Day card for his bride - one of his last independent "errands".
In the last several years, Heath's health declined as a result of dementia and a stroke, but Adele was his constant companion and caretaker to the end - Heath called her "his angel". Heath passed away July 18, 2011 in Bothell. He was much loved by his family and friends who will miss his lively conversations and good company with him. In all, he was a compassionate, intelligent and ethical person throughout his life.
Adele always had a sparkle in her eyes and was loved and admired by her family as well as friends at her assisted living facility. Her family wondered where she got her strength and determination, but she passed away July 16, 2012 in Bothell, WA after battling non-Hodgkin's lymphoma. She was compassionate, loving, determined and righteous throughout her life. Their family and friends will miss them both very much.
May they rest in peace at Evergreen Washelli in Seattle, together again.

https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/seattle-wa/adele-guptill-8169667

Adele married Heath Reese Guptill on 20 Oct 1942 in King County, Washington. Heath was born on 1 Jun 1917 in Seattle, King County, Washington; died on 18 Jul 2011 in Bothell, King County, Washington. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

45.

Cecil Lamar Daniels

(21.Avis³, 8.John², 1.Annie¹) was born on 21 Oct 1909 in Oklahoma; died on 20 May 1972; was buried in Grace Hill Cemetery, Perry, Noble County, Oklahoma.

Other Events:

Occupation: electrician; mechanic at auto dealership
Census: 1930, Perry, Noble County, Oklahoma
Census: 1940, Perry, Noble County, Oklahoma
Census: 1950, Perry, Noble County, Oklahoma

Notes:

Buried:
https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/38354284/cecil-lamar-daniels

Section X_11_D_1 & 2

Cecil married Bernice Jane Tucker on 8 May 1934 in Noble County, Oklahoma. Bernice was born on 30 Sep 1911 in Memphis, Shelby County, Tennessee; died on 6 Feb 1973 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma County, Oklahoma; was buried in Grace Hill Cemetery, Perry, Noble County, Oklahoma. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Children:

54. Stephen Tucker Daniels was born on 17 Jul 1942; died on 24 May 2021 in Taos County, New Mexico; was cremated in location of ashes unknown.
55. Philip Cooke Daniels was born on 8 Jun 1944 in Perry, Noble County, Oklahoma; died on 2 Sep 1964 in Dorchester, Saline County, Nebraska; was buried in Grace Hill Cemetery, Perry, Noble County, Oklahoma.

46.

Lewis Stanley McKeown

(22.William³, 8.John², 1.Annie¹) was born on 11 Sep 1921 in Oakville, Louisa County, Iowa; died on 27 Jun 1991 in Muscatine, Muscatine County, Iowa; was buried in Eliza Creek Cemetery, Eliza, Mercer County, Illinois.

Other Events:

Occupation: owned and operated M&D Transport
_MILT: World War II. US Army.

Notes:

Lewis McKeown
Muscatine, Iowa – Services for Lewis S. “Mac” McKeown, 69, will be 2 p.m. Monday at George M. Wittich-Lewis Funeral Home. Burial will be in Eliza Creek Cemetery, Eliza, Ill. Graveside military rites will be conducted by the American Legion, Veterans of Foreign Wars and World War I Barracks.
Visitation will be 2-9 p.m. Sunday. He died Thursday at his home. He owned and operated M&D Transport, Wilton.
Mr. McKeown married Clara “Dolly” Fuller in 1946 in Norfolk, Va. During World War ii, he served in the Army. His memberships included American Legion, Wilton; and VFW, Muscatine. A memorial fund has been established.
Survivors include his wife; daughters, Connie (Mrs. Ronald) Kopf and Karen (Mrs. David) Courtois, both of Muscatine; and Melissa (Mrs. Patrick) Jolly, Fort Polk, La.; a son, Stanley, Romeo, Mich.; nine grandchildren; a great-grandson; a step-granddaughter; a sister, Phyllis (Mrs. Richard) Graff, Peru, Ill; and several nieces and nephews.
Quad-City Tribune, Davenport, Iowa. Saturday, 29 June 1991.

Buried:
https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/202844797/lewis-stanley-mckeown

Lewis married Clara Marjorie Fuller on 13 Aug 1946 in Norfolk, Virginia. Clara was born on 20 Apr 1929 in Mercer County, Illinois; died on 21 Jan 2012 in Iowa City, Johnson County, Iowa; was buried in Eliza Creek Cemetery, Eliza, Mercer County, Illinois. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

47.

Roger William McKeown

(22.William³, 8.John², 1.Annie¹) was born on 26 Jun 1928 in Wapello, Louisa County, Iowa; died on 2 Sep 1990 in Sioux City, Woodbury County, Iowa; was buried in Calvary Cemetery, Sioux City, Woodbury County, Iowa.

Other Events:

Occupation: pharmaceutical salesperson for the A.H. Robbins Co.

Notes:

Roger William McKeown
Robert William McKeown, 62, 3505 Pierce St., died Sunday, Sept. 2, 1990, at his residence of cancer.
Services will be at 11 a.m. Thursday at Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church with the Rev. Laurence Burns officiating. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery. Visitation will be from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. today with an evening service at 7 p.m. in Meyer Brothers Colonial Chapel.
Mr. McKeown was born June 26, 1928, at Wapello, Iowa. He married Evie Winnike June 5, 1951, at West Point, Iowa. The couple moved to Sioux City in 1954 from Iowa Falls, Iowa. He worked for more than 34 years as a pharmaceutical salesperson for the A.H. Robbins Co. and had been their northern Iowa representative since 1956. He was recently retired.
Mr. McKeown was a member of Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church. He served in the Navy Submarine Division for two years.
Survivors include his wife; two sons, Tracy of San Diego, Calif., and Patrick and his wife, Leatha, of Coto de Coza, Calif.; a daughter, Chris McKeown of Sioux City; a brother, Lewis McKeown of Muscatine, Iowa; and a sister, Phyllis Graff of Peru, Ill.
Pallbearers will be Rick Martin, Larry Nebesnaik, Doug Cramer, John Campana, Steve Link and Dave Hogue.
A memorial has been established in his name with Blessed Sacrament Grade School.
Sioux City Journal, Sioux City, Iowa. Wednesday, 5 September 1990.

Buried:
https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/92143520/roger-william-mckeown

Roger married Eveyln Louise Winnike on 15 Jun 1951 in West Point, Lee County, Iowa. Eveyln was born on 1 Feb 1930 in West Point, Louisa County, Iowa; died on 15 May 2005; was buried in Calvary Cemetery, Sioux City, Woodbury County, Iowa. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Children:

56. Christine Lynne “Chris” McKeown was born on 6 Jun 1952 in Carroll, Carroll County, Iowa; died on 23 Jun 2021 in Hawarden, Sioux County, Iowa; was cremated in location of ashes unknown.

48.

Phyllis J “Micki” McKeown

(22.William³, 8.John², 1.Annie¹) was born on 19 Sep 1931 in Wapello, Louisa County, Iowa; died on 4 Oct 2022 in Peru, LaSalle County, Illinois; was buried in Peru City Cemetery, Peru, LaSalle County, Illinois.

Notes:

Phyllis J. "Micki" Graff, 91, of Peru, Illinois, passed away peacefully at Heritage Health in Peru on October 4, 2022. Visitation will be held Monday, October 10 at Grace United Methodist Church, La Salle, followed by a service with Rev. Jennifer Wilson officiating. Burial will be in Peru City Cemetery.

Micki was born in Wapello, Iowa, on September 19, 1931, to Stanley and Reva (Davis) McKeown. She married Dwaine E. Irwin on September 10, 1950, living with him in Mannon, Illinois, until he passed away on September 5, 1957. She married Richard E. Graff on January 17, 1959. She and Richard moved to the Illinois Valley in 1975 from Jacksonville, Illinois.

She was a devout woman of God and a member of Grace United Methodist Church for over 60 years. She was the treasurer for many years, loved singing in the choir, and was very active in the church. She was a matron of the Eastern Star, den mother to both Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts. She and her husband spent a great deal of their retirement years volunteering. They were involved with the United Way Labor of Love projects, Meals on Wheels, and as grounds keepers at the La Salle County Historical Society Museum. She worked as a secretary at the Morgan County Court House, La Salle Machine, IVCC, and Ying Tai.

She and Richard enjoyed traveling and they went to Europe, Canada, and much of the United States. She was a huge history buff and enjoyed spending time at Civil War and Revolutionary War sites. She loved spending time with her grandkids, reading and sewing.

She is survived by her husband Richard, two sons Peter (Cheryl) Irwin of Willow Spring, North Carolina, and Dean Graff of Dalzell, Illinois, two daughters Lydia Irwin (Sidney) Marlow of Independence, Missouri, and Dawn Irwin (Dean) Tieman of La Salle; seven grandchildren Erika (Rich), Bob (MaeLee), John (Kayla), Nick, Katie (Mike), Kyle, and Danielle, six great-grandchildren Alex, Cambree, Abby, Connor, Elliotte, and Cecelia.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Dwaine, two brothers Roger and Stanley McKeown, a son Gregory Irwin, and a great-grandson Parker Redmon.

Micki was much loved by her family and friends. Well known as a kind, funny, caring lady, she touched lives wherever she went.

Source: Hurst Funeral Homes, as edited by DM (Contributor #50134362)

Buried:
https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/244179041/phyllis-j-graff

Phyllis married Dwaine E. Irwin on 10 Sep 1950. Dwaine was born on 5 Sep 1927 in Eliza Township, Mercer County, Illinois; died on 5 Sep 1957 in Rock Island County, Illinois; was buried in Eliza Creek Cemetery, Eliza, Mercer County, Illinois. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Children:

57. Gregory Ned Irwin was born on 25 Oct 1951; died on 16 Jun 1975 in Colorado; was buried in Eliza Creek Cemetery, Eliza, Mercer County, Illinois.

49.

Evelyn Grace McKeown

(23.Chester³, 8.John², 1.Annie¹) was born on 1 Dec 1920 in Newport Township, Louisa County, Iowa; died on 23 Feb 2014 in Burlington, Des Moines County, Iowa; was buried in Kossuth Cemetery, Mediapolis, Des Moines County, Iowa.

Notes:

The Hawk Eye, Burlington, Iowa. 25 February 2014.
Evelyn Grace Thompson, 93, of Burlington died Sunday, Feb. 23, 2014 at Great River Medical Center in West Burlington. Born Dec. 1, 1920, at home near Newport, she was the daughter of Chester Alan and Minnie Clara Wunnenberg McKeown. On Jan. 1, 1941, she married Kenneth "Ken" Thompson in Northfield, and he died Sept. 30, 2003.
Mrs. Thompson and her husband farmed and raised their family in Northfield. They sold the farm and traveled and volunteered with group homes for youth in Iowa and Texas.
She graduated in Mediapolis High School and Burlington Business College, was a member of First United Presbyterian Church in Mediapolis and attended Heritage Baptist Church in Burlington. She was a member of several Bible study groups.
Survivors include one son, Lee Thompson of Burlington; four grandchildren; four great-grandchildren, and two nieces.
Besides her husband, she was precede in death by one son and one sister.
The funeral for Mrs. Thompson will be at 11 a.m. Friday at Hagele and Honts Funeral Home in Mediapolis, with the Rev. Deb Kinney officiating, and family will receive friends from 10 to 11 a.m. before the service. Burial will be in Kossuth Cemetery, rural Mediapolis, and a lunch gathering will follow at Apron Strings in Mediapolis.
A memorial has been established for Mediapolis Public Library.

Buried:
https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/125537421/evelyn-grace-thompson

Mehaffy Section S, Lot 088

Evelyn married Robert Kenneth Thompson on 1 Jan 1941 in Northfield, Des Moines County, Iowa. Robert (son of Robert Knox Thompson and Blanche Verona Baird) was born on 22 Sep 1917 in Morning Sun, Louisa County, Iowa; died on 30 Sep 2003 in Burlington, Des Moines County, Iowa; was buried in Kossuth Cemetery, Mediapolis, Des Moines County, Iowa. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Children:

58. Alan Thompson was born on 7 Aug 1943 in Burlington, Des Moines County, Iowa; died on 3 Dec 2012 in Wynne, Cross County, Arkansa; was buried in Cogbill Cemetery, Wynne, Cross County, Arkansas.

50.

Lucille Irene McKeown

(23.Chester³, 8.John², 1.Annie¹) was born on 19 Mar 1922 in Iowa; died on 30 Mar 2013 in Dousman, Waukesha County, Wisconsin; was buried in Darien Cemetery, Darien, Walworth County, Wisconsin.

Notes:

Lucille McKeown returned from Iowa City Monday. She fell at school a few days ago and broke a bone in her limb. She has it in a cast and gets about on crutches.

The Burlington Hawk-Eye, Burlington, Iowa. Friday, 9 May 1930

Brockly, Lucille Irene
March 19, 1922-March 31, 2013
Dousman, WI – Lucille Irene Brockly passed away March 31, 2013 at the Masonic Health Care Center in Dousman, WI. She was a resident at the Masonic Village on the Square, Dousman, since June 2006. Lucille was born on March 19, 1922 to Chester and Minnie (Wunnenberg) McKeown in Yarmouth, IA. She married Donald R. Hedges on Oct. 9, 1943 in Bloomington, IN. Together they ran the D&L Drive-In in Darien, WI from 1953 to 1966. They divorced in 1979. In 1983 she married Frank (Joe) Brockly of rural Beloit, WI. Lucille got her private pilot’s license late in life and really loved flying. She also enjoyed “hanger talk” with other pilots at her retirement home. She encouraged all she met to decide what you want in life and got for it, or as she would say “Do it, do it!”
Lucille is survived by her sister, Evelyn Thompson of Burlington, IA.; daughters, Linda Hedges of Madison WI, and Edna Hiltner, son-in-law Bill Hiltner of Shorewood, WI; grandchildren, John Ehringer, Rhys Hiltner and Elsa Hiltner; grandson-in-law, Carl Shook Great-grandson, Alonzo Shook, and a nephew, Lee Thompson. She was preceded in death by Don, Joe, and nephew, Alan Thompson.
A celebration of Lucille’s life will be held at the Masonic Village on the Square, Dousman, WI, on Friday, April 5, 2013, at 2:30 p.m. Private burial service at Darien Cemetery.
Lucille’s family requests that in lieu of other expression of sympathy that you enjoy pursuing your own goal – “Do it!”
Betzer Funeral Home is serving the family.
Janesville Gazette, Janesville, Wissonsin. 4 April 2013.

Buried:
https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/107811185/lucille-irene-brockly

Lucille married Donald Ralph Hedges on 9 Oct 1943 in Bloomington, Monroe County, Indiana, and was divorced in 1979. Donald was born on 25 Jun 1921 in Edgar County, Illinois; died on 26 Jun 1996 in Walworth County, Wisconsin; was buried in Mount Phillip Cemetery, Clinton, Rock County, Wisconsin. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

McKeown and Shields Families

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