William A. Storm, familiarly called Uncle Bludgett by many; to distinguish him from other William Storms, died Tuesday night at his home at Sexson Corner, after only a few minutes illness. He was 81 years old on the day of his death and was perhaps the oldest native born resident of Ash Grove township still living in the township. He was born Dec. 29, 1844, on the farm now occupied by his brother, E. E. Storm, and had never lived more than three miles from the farm where he was born. Mr. Storm's birthday has been celebrated with a family dinner served in his home at noon. He was in his usual good health and none enjoyed the day more than he. When his usual bedtime came he retired, placing his clothing carefully as usual. Shortly afterwards, George Hopkins, who stayed with Mr. Storm, heard him breathing heavily and unnaturally. He investigated, and quickly saw that his condition was serious, and summoned the two sons, Hallock, who lives on the adjoining farm, and Dr. A. B. Storm at Windsor. Hallock was first to arrive. His father lived only a few minutes. Coroner Lafe Tallman was called and impaneled a jury consisting of H. C. Hart, Dr. B. H. Gray, W. H. Gaddis, H. Baldridge, S. B. Storm, and G. W. Storm. After an investigation and hearing of testimony, a verdict of death from natural causes, incident to advanced age, was returned. Mr. Storm was a son of Mr. and Mrs. David Storm, early settlers in East Shelby county. In young manhood he married Mary Ann Curry, who preceded him in death seven years. Besides the two sons named he leaves one daughter, Mrs. Dessie [J. J.] Thomas of Decatur, who was notified at once. Mr. and Mrs. Thomas made a night drive, arriving between 1:00 and 2:00 o'clock. Two brothers also survive, I. N. Storm of Bellview, N.M., and E. E. storm of Ash Grove; and there are several grandchildren and great grandchildren. For 60 or 65 years Mr. Storm was a member of Ash Grove Christian church, and for several years he was a member of Odd Fellows lodge. He took much interest in both church and lodge, and was held in high esteem by all who knew him. Funeral services were held at Ash Grove church this noon by Rev. Oscar E. Kelley of Terre Haute, with Rev. Ira Blythe assisting. Burial was in Ash Grove cemetery under auspices of Fidelity lodge, I. O. O. F. Windsor Gazette – 1 Jan 1926
William A. Storm, familiarly called Uncle Bludgett by many; to distinguish him from other William Storms, died Tuesday night at his home at Sexson Corner, after only a few minutes illness. He was 81 years old on the day of his death and was perhaps the oldest native born resident of Ash Grove township still living in the township. He was born Dec. 29, 1844, on the farm now occupied by his brother, E. E. Storm, and had never lived more than three miles from the farm where he was born. Mr. Storm's birthday has been celebrated with a family dinner served in his home at noon. He was in his usual good health and none enjoyed the day more than he. When his usual bedtime came he retired, placing his clothing carefully as usual. Shortly afterwards, George Hopkins, who stayed with Mr. Storm, heard him breathing heavily and unnaturally. He investigated, and quickly saw that his condition was serious, and summoned the two sons, Hallock, who lives on the adjoining farm, and Dr. A. B. Storm at Windsor. Hallock was first to arrive. His father lived only a few minutes. Coroner Lafe Tallman was called and impaneled a jury consisting of H. C. Hart, Dr. B. H. Gray, W. H. Gaddis, H. Baldridge, S. B. Storm, and G. W. Storm. After an investigation and hearing of testimony, a verdict of death from natural causes, incident to advanced age, was returned. Mr. Storm was a son of Mr. and Mrs. David Storm, early settlers in East Shelby county. In young manhood he married Mary Ann Curry, who preceded him in death seven years. Besides the two sons named he leaves one daughter, Mrs. Dessie [J. J.] Thomas of Decatur, who was notified at once. Mr. and Mrs. Thomas made a night drive, arriving between 1:00 and 2:00 o'clock. Two brothers also survive, I. N. Storm of Bellview, N.M., and E. E. storm of Ash Grove; and there are several grandchildren and great grandchildren. For 60 or 65 years Mr. Storm was a member of Ash Grove Christian church, and for several years he was a member of Odd Fellows lodge. He took much interest in both church and lodge, and was held in high esteem by all who knew him. Funeral services were held at Ash Grove church this noon by Rev. Oscar E. Kelley of Terre Haute, with Rev. Ira Blythe assisting. Burial was in Ash Grove cemetery under auspices of Fidelity lodge, I. O. O. F. Windsor Gazette – 1 Jan 1926
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