Obituary for Mrs Andrew Axelton in Graettinger Iowa
Mrs. Andrew Axelton died at home Sunday May 13 after a brief illness from pneumonia begun May 7. She lived in Graettinger 28 years, mother of eleven, ten surviving, with a large extended family. The funeral was held at the Lutheran cemetery, with Rev. S. O. Sande officiating. The family and community express deep sympathy. prayers emphasized her devoted service, charity, and Christian instruction for kin. Survivors include her husband Andrew Axelton and ten children in Iowa and Arizona, with relatives from Whiting Ames and Kensett in attendance.
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