Elder Ashley B. Chipman
Died Abt. Feb. 12, 1892

Niles Daily Sun, Friday, Feb. 12, 1892, page 4, col. 4, microfilm Niles District Library

    A telegram was received here this morning announcing the death of A.B. Chipman, a former well known resident of this city, at his home in Muskegon.  Mr. Chipman was an old resident here, a merchant for many years, and for years an Elder of the Presbyterian Church.  No particulars of his death have been received.


Niles Daily Sun, Saturday, Feb. 13, 1892, page 4, col. 2, microfilm Niles District Library

Word has been received here that the late Elder A.B. Chipman, whose death at Muskegon was announced in yesterday's DAILY SUN, will be buried in Silver Brook cemetery, this city.  His remains will reach here on the Wabash train at 4 o'clock this afternoon and will be taken direct to the cemetery.

Robert Russell Chipman
Abt. 1844-Died July 26, 1884

Niles Democrat, Saturday, August 2, 1884, page 4, col. 5, microfilm Niles District Library

    ROBERT RUSSELL CHIPMAN died at the residence of this mother in this city, on Saturday, July 26th, after lingering illness, in the fortieth year of his age.  Born and reared to manhood in Niles, his home for many years had been in the far Southwest, and even to those who in days gone by had known him best the announcement of his death was the first intimation had of his return.  With a full knowledge of the fact that it was a question of but a few days when he must pass away he came to the home of his childhood to die.  Wanderer as he had been in foreign climes, when he realized that his days on earth were numbered, and that number small, his most earnest wish was to see his mother 'ere he breathed his last and have his brow smoothed by her gentle hands as he fell into his last sleep.  Brusque and outspoken from boyhood he neither indulged in hypocrisy himself nor admired it in others.  While possibly at times unjust to himself he was singularly true to his friends, and in the hereafter, where honest intention weighs more than worldly pretense, he may rank far higher than many who ostentatiously flaunt the livery of the court of Heaven.  AMICUS.

Niles Weekly Mirror, Wednesday, July 30, 1884, page 5, col. 3, microfilm Niles District Library

    Robert R. Chipman died of consumption, Saturday morning last, and was buried from the residence of his mother, Mrs. J.N. Chipman, on Monday.  He had been living in Texas for several years and came home some weeks ago to die among his kindred and friends.

John Rutledge
Abt. 1843-November 11, 1870

Niles Democrat, Saturday, November 19, 1870, page 3, col. 3, microfilm Niles District Library


    On Friday, the 11th inst., JOHN RUTLEDGE, aged 27 years.  The deceased was born in Ireland.  His disease was consumption. He was a member of Second Michigan Regiment. He enlisted for three months, then for three years, and then for the war.  He probably contracted his disease in the army.  The close of his life was exceedingly peaceful and hopeful, and on last Sunday afternoon his burial was attended by a large number of friends and acquaintances.

Antony Koehler
February 25, 1867-March 26, 1913

Niles Daily Sun, Wednesday, March 26, 1913, page 1, col. 4, microfilm Niles District Library


    Antony Koehler, age 46 years, proprietor of Koehler's Vienna bakery, died this morning at 1:35 o'clock at his home, No. 24 Main street.
    Mr. Koehler's death was due to heart disease from which he has been sick in bed but a few days.
    Mr. Koehler was born in Austria, Feb. 25, 1867.  He came to Niles 27 years ago to engage in the bakery business with his brother, I.A. Koehler.  By industry and good workmanship they established an excelllent[sic] business. After the death of I.A. Koehler the business was conducted by the surviving brother and his son.
    In 1888 Mr. Koehler was married at South Bend to Katie Benzee who survives  him.  Of this two children born to them, one, the son, Fred, survives.
    Within nine years the death of Mr. Koehler and two brothers, all bakers, have occurred.
    Fraternally the deceased was a member of Niles Camp, M. W. A., and carried $2,000 insurance.
    The funeral arrangements will be announced later.
    Rudolph Hittle, who left two weeks ago for a visit in Germany, was a nephew of the deceased.

Edgar P. Whalen/Whelan
Jan. 15, 1865-March 26, 1913

Niles Daily Sun, Wednesday, March 26, 1913, page 1, col. 3, microfilm Niles District Library


    Edgar Whelan, son of the late Phillip Whelan, a former well known resident of Niles, died about noon today at the home of his brother, Henry Whelan at Eau Claire.  He had  been ill in bed for six weeks with a complication of diseases although he has been a sufferer from ill health for many years.
    Mr. Whelan was about 48 hears of age.  He is survived by his mother, Mrs. Phillip Whelan of Eau Claire and three brothers, Henry of Eau Claire, Elmer and Guy Whelan of Niles.  James Whelan is a cousin of the deceased.
    The funeral arrangements have not been completed but the remains will probably be brought to Niles for interment in the family lot at Silver Brook cemetery and where the remains of Mr. Whelan's wife, whose maiden [name] was Jennie Beall, rest.

Niles Daily Sun, Friday, March 28, 1913, page 1, col. 7, microfilm Niles District Library


    The remains of the late Ed. Whalen were brought to Niles from Eau Claire this afternoon where services were held at 1 pm. at the home of his brother.
    The body was escorted to Niles by members of Lake Shore Lodge, No. 298, F. & A. M. of which he was a member.
    Niles Masons met the funeral party at the Big Four station and escorted them to Silver Brook cemetery where the committal service was conducted by Chief of Police Foeltzer of Benton Harbor, Chaplain of Lake Shore lodge.

Nathaniel W. Roberts
Aug. 3, 1861-May 8, 1913

Niles Daily Star, Thursday, May 8, 1913, page 1, col. 4, microfilm Niles District Library


    Nathaniel W. Roberts, aged 52 years, died at his home, 510 east Monroe street, South Bend, Ind., at about 6 o'clock this morning, after a 10 weeks' illness of apoplexy.
    Deceased was born in Niles Aug. 3, 1861.  He had resided here until 12 years ago when he went to South Bend.  His occupation was that of traveling salesman for the International Harvester company.  His duties have taken him over a large territory.
    He was married March 12, 1904, to Miss Minnie Daily of Walkerton, Ind.  Besides the widow he is survived by two children, Edward and Daily E. Roberts.  Mr. Roberts was a member of the Knights of Pythias, Calanthe lodge No. 50, of Niles, and the Modern Woodmen of America of South Bend, having transferred his membership from the Niles camp.
    Funeral services will be held from the residence in South Bend Sunday afternoon at 2 o'clock, Rev. R.A. Wright of this city officiating.
    The body will be brought to Niles for interment.
    Mr. Roberts was well known in Niles, having an exceptionally large circle of steadfast friends who will be truly grieved to learn of his demise.

Niles Daily Sun, Thursday, May 8, 1913, page 1, col. 5, microfilm Niles District Library

NAT ROBERTS DEAD AT SOUTH BEND
Was Well known resident.  Burial here Sunday

    Nathaniel Roberts, a former well known and native resident of Niles died this morning about 6 o'clock at his home in South Bend as the result of the fourth stroke of paralysis which he suffered two weeks ago.
    The funeral will be held Sunday afternoon at 2 o'clock from the residence, 510 East Mornroe street.  Rev. R.A. Wright of Niles will officiate.  The remains will be brought to Niles and the burial will occur abut 4:30 o'clock.
    Mr. Roberts was 52 years of age.  For years he engaged in the grain and feed business in Niles under the firm name of Roberts & Vincent.  He went from Niles to South Bend to act as agent there for the McCormick Harvester Company.
    Besides his mother, he is survived by a widow, two children and one sister, Mrs. Mollie Roberts Vincent, all of South Bend.
    Mr. Roberts had many friends in Niles.  He was a fine musician and for years played in the Niles band.