JOHN LEYKOM

DEATH'S SUDDEN CALL.
John Leykom, an Old and Respected Citizen Expires Suddenly.
HAD REACHED ADVANCED AGE.
Apparently in Good Health ???, Within a few Moments of Death.
John Leykom, an old and highly respected resident of the city, expired
suddenly at his home on Washingon street, this morning. With the exception
of a slight cold he had been in his apparently good health, and yesterday
was up and about the house as usual. This morning when his daughter called
him to breakfast he complained of his cold being worse and she returned to
the dining room to finish preparations for the meal. When she went to call
him again he had quietly passed from earthly care.
Mr. Leykom came to this city over 45 years ago and for nearly 26 years was
sexton at Evergreen cemetery. About twelve years ago he gave up the position
on account of his advanced age, and since that time has lived a quiet,
retired life. Although he was much interested in the development of the city,
and never tired of discussing the changes of half a century.
He was born in Germany, Dec. 17, 1809, being in his nintieth year when the
summons came. He left Germany in June 1827 and located at Quebec Canada. He
was married to Miss Anna Wallace, of Montreal, in 1845, and they came to this
city shortly afterwards. He was the father of thirteen children, four of whom
survive him, the others having died in infancy. His wife died fourteen years
ago and since that time his daughter has kept house for him. The children who
survive him are, John and Chas. Leyhom, and Mrs. Harriet Cole, of Antigo, and
Miss Mary Leykom, of this city. Deceased was a man of strong personality,
respected by all who possessed his acquaintance. The news of his death will
be learned with regret by many friends.
Funeral arrangements have not been made.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Friday, January 20, 1899 P. 1
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Death Fri., after a short illness, of John Leykom, a well-known citizen of our
town. He was born 17 Dec. 1809 in Germany and lived the 40 years before his
death here, where he served the city for many years as cemetery attendant. His
wife preceded him in death 14 years ago. He leaves 4 children of whom 3 live in
Antigo and one lives locally. The burial took place Sun. at the city cemetery.
Der Nord Westen, 26 Jan. 1889
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The funeral of the late John Leykom was held from St. James
Episcopal church yesterday afternoon. Rev. Gray conducted
the services which were well attended. Many floral tributes
testified the appreciation of friends. Interment was at
Evergreen.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, January 23, 1899
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The funeral of John Leykom, will be held to-morrow from the late residence.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Saturday, January 21, 1899 P. 1
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John Lyhorn (sic)
birth: 17 December 1810 Bar., Germany
death: 20 January 1899 Manitowoc, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
spouse: Ann
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968