Minnie A. Kissinger
July 24, 1862-Aug 26, 1914
Niles Daily Sun, Thursday, August 27, 1914, page 4, col. 3, microfilm Niles District Library
MRS. KISSINGER'S DEATH FOLLOWED LONG ILLNESS
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Had Been a Resident of Niles For 11 years—Was Born in Ohio
Mrs. Minnie A. Kissinger, wife of Thomas Kissinger, passed away at 8:26 o'clock last evening at her home at 299 North Seventh street, after about six months' illness, with a complication of diseases.
Mrs. Kissinger was born in Sandusky, Ohio, July 24, 1862. Her Marriage to Mr. Kissinger occurred at Covington, Ky. About 20 years ago the family moved to Buchanan and continued to reside there for nine years. In 1903 they moved to Niles and have since resided here.
Mrs. Kissinger is survived by her husband and three children. The latter are Mrs. W.H. Kelley of Washington, D.C.; Edward and Miss Gladys Kissinger of Niles. John, the youngest son of Mr. and Mrs. Kissinger passed away in May, 1913. Mrs. Kelley has been in Niles for the past two weeks, assisting in the care of her mother.
Mrs. Kissinger was a member of Trinity Episcopal church and of the Woman's guild. She was faithful in her duties and loyally supported the guild in every effort put forth, her work in the church giving her great pleasure. Mrs. Kissinger had many friends in Niles who sincerely mourn her death. Realizing that the end was approaching Mrs. Kissinger made every arrangements for her funeral even to the details, but maintained a cheerful and hopeful spirit to the end.
The funeral arrangements have not been completed.
Niles Daily Star, Monday, August 31, 1914, page 4, col. 2, microfilm Niles District Library
Largely attended funeral services for Mrs. Thos. Kissinger were held from the house Sunday afternoon. Friends were present from Chicago, South Bend, Dowagiac and Buchanan. Floral offerings were in abundance. Rev. George Huntington officiated. Miss Phoebe Baker sang three beautiful hymns. Interment was at Silver Brook cemetery.