Funeral services for Elmer A. Dye were held Monday afternoon at the Dye home. Mr. Dye died Friday in the St. Anthony Hospital at hays, the result of injuries received when his car turned over a week ago Monday near Dresden.
Those from a distance attending the funeral were William Dye, Wilmington, California, Mr. & Mrs. John Shurtz and son Ward, of Holdrege, Nebraska; Fred Dye and W.D. Crippin of Cisne, Illinois; Mr. Frerer of Goodland; Mr. & Mrs. Chas. W. Rodeman of McCrcken; A.G. Austin of Pittsburg. The two county commissioners, Messrs. Meyers and Harrison, the county officials and a large delegation from Phillipsburg were present.
Elmer A. Dye
Elmer A., only son of Thomas and Adelia Dye, was born near Cisne, Wayne County, Illinois, May 12 1866. At the age of eleven years he came to Logan with his parents. Here he grew to manhood and has spent the active and useful years of his life.
For many years he was associated with his father in various enterprises that were founded for the development of the town and community.
He was well and favorably known throughout northwestern Kansas and was active in various capacities in the social, political and business life of this section of the state, having served eight years as postmaster, two terms as mayor of Logan at at the time of his passing was one of the county commissioners of Phillips County. He was untiring in his efforts to serve his friends and constituents, never sparing himself, where the welfare of his friends or loved ones was concerned. Besides his various activities in the community, no worthy charity was ever denied the help he could give.
In early manhood he united with the Episcopal Church. He was united in marriage with Ruth Worrel, May 12, 1900. Eight children were born to this union; one son Alfred Thomas "Bob", preceded his father in death, June 21, 1934. His family was his great delight, their happiness, welfare and success, being the principal concern of his life.
Following an unfortunate accident, he entered peacefully into rest at the St. Anthony Hospital at Hays, Friday, November 26, 1937 at the age of 71.
He is survived by his beloved wife; four sons; William of Wilmington, California and Kenneth, Bryan and Diamond, all of Logan; (Diamond later had his name legally changed to Donald.); three daughters, Marguerite, Eloise Cole, and Deborah, all of Logan, one son-in-law, Ray Cole; one daughter-in-law, Ida Dye; one grand daughter, Billie Dye; one nephew, W. K. Emery of San Gabriel, California; one niece, Mrs. E. C. Harvey of El Monte, California; and one aged aunt, Mrs. Mollie Beeson of Eugene, Oregon; a host of other relatives and many dear friends who will mourn his passing.
The family wish to extend their sincere thanks to the singers, to Rev. Crippin for his comforting words, and to all who assisted in any way.
The Rt. Rev. Warren D. Crippin of Cisne, Illinois conducted the funeral services.
Logan Republican 2 Dec 1937
Those from a distance attending the funeral were William Dye, Wilmington, California, Mr. & Mrs. John Shurtz and son Ward, of Holdrege, Nebraska; Fred Dye and W.D. Crippin of Cisne, Illinois; Mr. Frerer of Goodland; Mr. & Mrs. Chas. W. Rodeman of McCrcken; A.G. Austin of Pittsburg. The two county commissioners, Messrs. Meyers and Harrison, the county officials and a large delegation from Phillipsburg were present.
Elmer A. Dye
Elmer A., only son of Thomas and Adelia Dye, was born near Cisne, Wayne County, Illinois, May 12 1866. At the age of eleven years he came to Logan with his parents. Here he grew to manhood and has spent the active and useful years of his life.
For many years he was associated with his father in various enterprises that were founded for the development of the town and community.
He was well and favorably known throughout northwestern Kansas and was active in various capacities in the social, political and business life of this section of the state, having served eight years as postmaster, two terms as mayor of Logan at at the time of his passing was one of the county commissioners of Phillips County. He was untiring in his efforts to serve his friends and constituents, never sparing himself, where the welfare of his friends or loved ones was concerned. Besides his various activities in the community, no worthy charity was ever denied the help he could give.
In early manhood he united with the Episcopal Church. He was united in marriage with Ruth Worrel, May 12, 1900. Eight children were born to this union; one son Alfred Thomas "Bob", preceded his father in death, June 21, 1934. His family was his great delight, their happiness, welfare and success, being the principal concern of his life.
Following an unfortunate accident, he entered peacefully into rest at the St. Anthony Hospital at Hays, Friday, November 26, 1937 at the age of 71.
He is survived by his beloved wife; four sons; William of Wilmington, California and Kenneth, Bryan and Diamond, all of Logan; (Diamond later had his name legally changed to Donald.); three daughters, Marguerite, Eloise Cole, and Deborah, all of Logan, one son-in-law, Ray Cole; one daughter-in-law, Ida Dye; one grand daughter, Billie Dye; one nephew, W. K. Emery of San Gabriel, California; one niece, Mrs. E. C. Harvey of El Monte, California; and one aged aunt, Mrs. Mollie Beeson of Eugene, Oregon; a host of other relatives and many dear friends who will mourn his passing.
The family wish to extend their sincere thanks to the singers, to Rev. Crippin for his comforting words, and to all who assisted in any way.
The Rt. Rev. Warren D. Crippin of Cisne, Illinois conducted the funeral services.
Logan Republican 2 Dec 1937
Funeral services for Elmer A. Dye were held Monday afternoon at the Dye home. Mr. Dye died Friday in the St. Anthony Hospital at hays, the result of injuries received when his car turned over a week ago Monday near Dresden.
Those from a distance attending the funeral were William Dye, Wilmington, California, Mr. & Mrs. John Shurtz and son Ward, of Holdrege, Nebraska; Fred Dye and W.D. Crippin of Cisne, Illinois; Mr. Frerer of Goodland; Mr. & Mrs. Chas. W. Rodeman of McCrcken; A.G. Austin of Pittsburg. The two county commissioners, Messrs. Meyers and Harrison, the county officials and a large delegation from Phillipsburg were present.
Elmer A. Dye
Elmer A., only son of Thomas and Adelia Dye, was born near Cisne, Wayne County, Illinois, May 12 1866. At the age of eleven years he came to Logan with his parents. Here he grew to manhood and has spent the active and useful years of his life.
For many years he was associated with his father in various enterprises that were founded for the development of the town and community.
He was well and favorably known throughout northwestern Kansas and was active in various capacities in the social, political and business life of this section of the state, having served eight years as postmaster, two terms as mayor of Logan at at the time of his passing was one of the county commissioners of Phillips County. He was untiring in his efforts to serve his friends and constituents, never sparing himself, where the welfare of his friends or loved ones was concerned. Besides his various activities in the community, no worthy charity was ever denied the help he could give.
In early manhood he united with the Episcopal Church. He was united in marriage with Ruth Worrel, May 12, 1900. Eight children were born to this union; one son Alfred Thomas "Bob", preceded his father in death, June 21, 1934. His family was his great delight, their happiness, welfare and success, being the principal concern of his life.
Following an unfortunate accident, he entered peacefully into rest at the St. Anthony Hospital at Hays, Friday, November 26, 1937 at the age of 71.
He is survived by his beloved wife; four sons; William of Wilmington, California and Kenneth, Bryan and Diamond, all of Logan; (Diamond later had his name legally changed to Donald.); three daughters, Marguerite, Eloise Cole, and Deborah, all of Logan, one son-in-law, Ray Cole; one daughter-in-law, Ida Dye; one grand daughter, Billie Dye; one nephew, W. K. Emery of San Gabriel, California; one niece, Mrs. E. C. Harvey of El Monte, California; and one aged aunt, Mrs. Mollie Beeson of Eugene, Oregon; a host of other relatives and many dear friends who will mourn his passing.
The family wish to extend their sincere thanks to the singers, to Rev. Crippin for his comforting words, and to all who assisted in any way.
The Rt. Rev. Warren D. Crippin of Cisne, Illinois conducted the funeral services.
Logan Republican 2 Dec 1937
Those from a distance attending the funeral were William Dye, Wilmington, California, Mr. & Mrs. John Shurtz and son Ward, of Holdrege, Nebraska; Fred Dye and W.D. Crippin of Cisne, Illinois; Mr. Frerer of Goodland; Mr. & Mrs. Chas. W. Rodeman of McCrcken; A.G. Austin of Pittsburg. The two county commissioners, Messrs. Meyers and Harrison, the county officials and a large delegation from Phillipsburg were present.
Elmer A. Dye
Elmer A., only son of Thomas and Adelia Dye, was born near Cisne, Wayne County, Illinois, May 12 1866. At the age of eleven years he came to Logan with his parents. Here he grew to manhood and has spent the active and useful years of his life.
For many years he was associated with his father in various enterprises that were founded for the development of the town and community.
He was well and favorably known throughout northwestern Kansas and was active in various capacities in the social, political and business life of this section of the state, having served eight years as postmaster, two terms as mayor of Logan at at the time of his passing was one of the county commissioners of Phillips County. He was untiring in his efforts to serve his friends and constituents, never sparing himself, where the welfare of his friends or loved ones was concerned. Besides his various activities in the community, no worthy charity was ever denied the help he could give.
In early manhood he united with the Episcopal Church. He was united in marriage with Ruth Worrel, May 12, 1900. Eight children were born to this union; one son Alfred Thomas "Bob", preceded his father in death, June 21, 1934. His family was his great delight, their happiness, welfare and success, being the principal concern of his life.
Following an unfortunate accident, he entered peacefully into rest at the St. Anthony Hospital at Hays, Friday, November 26, 1937 at the age of 71.
He is survived by his beloved wife; four sons; William of Wilmington, California and Kenneth, Bryan and Diamond, all of Logan; (Diamond later had his name legally changed to Donald.); three daughters, Marguerite, Eloise Cole, and Deborah, all of Logan, one son-in-law, Ray Cole; one daughter-in-law, Ida Dye; one grand daughter, Billie Dye; one nephew, W. K. Emery of San Gabriel, California; one niece, Mrs. E. C. Harvey of El Monte, California; and one aged aunt, Mrs. Mollie Beeson of Eugene, Oregon; a host of other relatives and many dear friends who will mourn his passing.
The family wish to extend their sincere thanks to the singers, to Rev. Crippin for his comforting words, and to all who assisted in any way.
The Rt. Rev. Warren D. Crippin of Cisne, Illinois conducted the funeral services.
Logan Republican 2 Dec 1937
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