WILLIAM WILLOTT

As a messenger of release to break the bonds of illness which held him for four
years, death came to William Willott Sunday evening. Mr. Willott's demise occuring
suddenly and without pain. Mr. Willott died in the arms of members of his family
who were assisting to move him in the chair which he had been compelled to occupy
for three years past. He had asked to be raised in the chair and as his wish was
being complied with he suddenly expired. – Manitowoc Herald
The Reporter, Fri., Sept. 2, 1910
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DEATH CLAIMS WM WILLOTT
Comes as Messenger of Release From Years of Suffering
As a messenger of release to break the bonds of illness which held him for four
years, Death came to William Willott Sunday evening, Mr. Willott's demise
occurring suddenly and without pain. Mr. Willott died in the arms of members of
his family who were assisting to move him in the chair which he had been compelled
to occupy for three years past. He had asked to be raised in the chair and as his
wish was being complied with, he suddenly expired.
Mr. Willott, who was 57 years of age and had been a resident of this city for 30
years or more, was formerly engaged in business as an axe manufacturer being
associated with his brother, Joseph, but for five years had been forced to retire
because of his health. For three years, Mr. Willott had suffered severely from
heart trouble and dropsy and during this time he had been unable to leave his chair
being forced to sit in upright position.
Mr. Willott was born in England in 1854 and came to America in 67, locating in
Indiana for five years, coming here in 72. With his father, Jos. Willott and his
brother, Jos. Willott Jr., he engaged in business and was well and favorably known.
He married Miss Agnes McGavin who with one son, Joseph, an employe of the Goodrich
Co., survives. An adopted son, Arthur, also survives and his father, two brothers,
Jos., this city and Samuel, Two Rivers and three sisters, Mrs. R. Sniffins, this
city, Mrs. S. Bates, Capron, Ill., and Mrs. A. Smith, Appleton also survive. Mr.
Willott was a member of the order of Odd Fellows and up to his illness was one of
the most prominent leaders of the Order here. Mr. Willott had a premonition of his
approaching end and told his family that death would come to him soon. The funeral
will be held from the late home Wednesday afternoon under auspices of the Odd Fellows,
Rev. Sheppley officiating.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Sept. 6, 1910
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The funeral of William Willott was held from the late home at 2 o'clock this
afternoon, under auspices of Chickerming Lodge I.O.O.F., of which deceased was
a member. Rev. Sheppley of the Presbyterian Church officiated and a large
concourse of friends paid a last tribute of respect to the memory of the dead.
Interment was at Evergreen.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Sept. 7, 1910 page 2
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WILLIAM WILLOTT, aged 57 years, died Sunday evening after a long illness. The
deceased was a resident of this city for over 30 years. He was born in England
and came to this country with his parents when a boy of 13 years. He was
associated with his father and brother in the axe factory up to five years ago
when he retired on account of ill health. He is survived by his wife and one
son Joseph. He is also survived by his father, two brothers, Joseph of this
city and Samuel of Two Rivers, and three sisters, Mrs. B. Sniffins of this
city. Mrs. S. Bates of Capron, Ill., and Mrs. A. Smith of Appleton.
The funeral was held Wednesday afternoon from the home under the auspices of
the Odd Fellows. Interment was in Evergreen cemetery.
Manitowoc Pilot, September 8, 1910 P. 1
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[bur. 09-07-1910/cause: nephritis]