Webster, James R.

James R. Webster
March 3, 1866-Feb. 13, 1936

 

Niles Daily Star, Thursday, February 13, 1936, page 2, col. 3, microfilm Niles District Library

 

James R. Webster Dies at Age of 70

James R. Webster, 70, a lifelong resident of Niles, died this morning at 3:30 o'clock at the family home,944 Cherry street.  Mr. Webster had been in failing health for several years but his death came suddenly and unexpectedly.

He was born on a farm north of Niles March 3, 1855, and was a former employ of the French Paper company.  He retired several years ago because of failing health.

Surviving are his wife, Mrs. Fannie Webster, three sons, Milo C., Roy and Herman, and one daughter, Mrs. Carl Vogelsang, all of Niles.  He leaves also seven grandchildren.

Funeral services will be conducted at the Price and Kiger chapel Saturday afternoon at 3 o'clock, the Rev. T.O. Lee, officiating and burial will be in Silverbrook cemetery.  Members of the Modern Woodmen, of which he was a member, will act as pallbearers.

 

Niles Daily Star, Friday, February 14, 1936, page 2, col. 2, microfilm Niles District Library

Niles News In Brief:  WEBSTER RITES SATURDAY

Pallbearers chosen for the funeral of James R. Webster, 70, who died Thursday morning at his home, 944 Cherry street, were announced today.  They are John Rosenberger, George Francia, Dr. H.B. Heinlen, Henry Starke, Dr. R.D. Giddings and Fred D. cook.  The services will be conducted int eh Price and Kiger chapel Saturday afternoon at 3 o'clock, the Rev. T.O. Lee officiating.