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7 December 1967 |
Funeral Card for JOHN JACOB STRECKER, JR |
J. J. STRECKER, JR. John Jacob, son of John Jacob and Katherine Elizabeth (Karst) Strecker, was born February 6, 1884 in the Mt. Strecker community south of Russell, Kansas. He departed this life on December 7, 1967 at the City Hospital in Russell. His age was 83 years, 10 months and 1 day. A lifelong resident of the County, he was baptized in early infancy, attended rural school and was confirmed in the Immanuel Lutheran Church at Milberger. He remained a member of his church until his death. On February 25, 1906 he was united in marriage to Hannah Karst at the church. There were two children to this marriage, both of whom survive the parents. Mr. Strecker engaged in farming for many years, during which time he served in various capacities on school, township, and church boards. In March of 1954 they retired in Russell. On October 25, 1955, his wife preceded him in death and he made his
home with his daughter, Anetha. On December 16, 1956, he was united in
marriage to the former Eva (Voos) Reuber at his church in Milberger. He
enjoyed good health during his lifetime until about five years ago when he
suffered an injury that was followed by other complications and the loss
of a leg. He was admitted to the hospital on Tuesday morning and passed
away the following Thursday at 5:30 a.m. |
Transcribed and Contributed by Glenda Brack |
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