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Chase County Obituaries
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Heskett, Clarence Amos "Amos" Heskett, Amos. Amos Heskett of Hymer died suddenly, Thursday afternoon, January 6, 1927, from heart trouble. Mr. Heskett had been in poor health for several months. He had consulted several specialists but was unable to find relief. He was setting in a chair when stricken the last time and because of his heart was unable to lay down. He died sitting in the chair with his head leaning against his wife, her arms around him. Mr. Heskett had lived a clean and upright life and was one of Chase County's most respected citizens.
The Funeral services were held at the home, Sunday afternoon in the presence of a large crowd of friends, neighbors, and relatives. The Reverend Henry of
Wilsey read the last sad rites. There were many lovely flowers sent as a tribute to the past friendship for the departed. A special choir sang three songs during the service. The remains were laid to rest in the Elk cemetery near the graves of his mother and his grandparents.
Clarence Amos Heskett was the third son of Mr and Mrs. Seldon Heskett and was born at Hymer, August 4, 1878, and passed away January 6, 1927, age 48 years, 6 months, and 26 days. He was married to Miss Della Brooks, September 06, 1905. To them were born two sons, Earl and Charles. He united with the Christian church at Hymer, August 23, 1925. From this time he lived a consistent Christian life, and was cheerful and patient during his last illness.
He leaves to mourn his death, his wife, Della Brooks Heskett, his sons, Earl age 20, and Charles age 14, also four brothers, two half brothers, two sisters, and one half sister.
Chase County Leader News, Cottonwood Falls, Kans., 1927.
The death of C A Heskett at his home near Hymer, last Thursday, Jan. 6, was a shock to his family his relatives and many friends. Death came suddenly and was due to heart trouble.
Clarence Amos Heskett was the third son of Mr and Mrs Seldon Heskett. He was born on the Heskett farm near Hymer, August 4th, 1878. He had lived all his life in this county near the place of his birth. He was 48 years 6 months and 26 days of age. On Sept 6th, 1905, Mr. Heskett was married to Della Brooks. To this union two sons were born. Earl and Charles, 20 and 14 years of age respectively.
In August of 1925, Mr. Heskett united with the Christian Church at Hymer and lived a consistent Christian life. Throughout his illness preceeding his death he remained cheerful and patient. Besides his wife and two sons he is survived by two sisters and one half-sister. The funeral was held Sunday afternoon, Jan 9th at the Heskett home.
Chase County Leader-News, Cottonwood Falls, Kans., Jan. 1927.
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