Obituaries

We now have over 7,000 obituaries collected about the interred here at Silverbrook Cemetery.

The obituaries are transcribed by the volunteers of the Friends of Silverbrook Cemetery from various sources.  If you see an opportunity for an addition or a correction, please email our obituary editor at obits@friendsofsilverbrook.org.

Beyer, August Wilhemina

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Augusta Wilhemina Beyer
June 13, 1854-Jan. 13, 1914

Niles Daily Sun, Tuesday, January 13, 1914, page 1, col. 8, microfilm Niles District Library

DEATH OF MRS. BEYERS
Born in Germany. Had Lived in NIles since 1881

Mrs. George Beyers, age 59[sic] years, passed away at 11:50 today at her home 1312 north Twelfth street, after a prolonged illness from a complication of diseases.

Mrs. Beyers was born in Germany. She came to Niles in 1881 and had since resided here.  Her marriage to mr. Beyers occurred in Niles. They were the parents of one daughter, Marie, who died 17 years ago.

Beside the husband, one sister, Mrs. W.A. Knott, 1303 Lake street, survives.

Mrs. Beyers was a most estimable lady and many firens mourn her death. She was a member of St. John's church and active in the work of the Ladies Aid society until ill health prevented.

The funeral arrangements have not been made.

 

Niles Daily Star, Tuesday, January 13, 1914, page 1, col. 2, microfilm Niles District Library

DEATH CAME TO MRS. GEO. BEYER AT NOON TODAY
Born in Germany--Resided in Niles Since 1881, Coming Here With Her Sister

Death came to Mrs. George Beyer this morning at 11:50 o'clock, relieving her of many months of illness and pain,  She had suffered from abscesses but was most patient.

She was born in Germany 59 years ago last June 13, coming to Niles with her sister, Mrs. W.A. Knott, in 1881.  On Dec. 19, 1882, she was united in marriage to George Beyer, who was also born in the old country, although they met in Niles.  One daughter was born to them but she passed away about 17 years ago. She is survived by the husband and sister, Mrs. Knott, residing in Lake street.

There are many firends to regret the loss of this lady. She was always kind and charitable and endeared herself to her neighbors and acquaintances. She was an active worker in St. John's church and the Aid society, and will be missed in these circles.

Funeral arrangements have not yet been completed.

NB: Death record gives date of birth and age as 69 years, 7 months.

 

Griswold, Emily

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Emily Griswold
1823/1824--Feb. 11, 1848

Niles Republican, Saturday, February 12, 1848, page 3, col.4, microfilm Niles District Library

DEATHS

Died suddenly, in this village, at half past 8 o'clock last evening, Mrs. EMILY, wife of Benjamin Griswold, aged 24 years.

The funeral will take place to-morrow, at half past 10 o'clock at the Presbyterian church.

See on these ruby lips the trembling breath.
These cheeks now fading at the blast of death;
Cold is the breast which warme'd the world before,
And those love darting eyes must roll no more.

 

She's gone! forever gone! the king of terrors
Lays his rude hands upon her lovely limbs,
And blasts her beauties with his icy breath.

 

Griswold, Eber

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Eber Griswold
1780/1781-Sept. 27, 1842

Niles Republican, Saturday, October 1, 1842, page 3, col. 3, microfilm Niles District Library

DIED--Very suddenly on 27th September last, by a fit of apoplexy, Mr. EBER GRISWOLD, aged 61 years.

 

 

Beyrer, Mary

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Mrs. Mary Beyrer
1842-Dec. 4, 1929

Niles Daily Star, Wednesday, December 4, 1929, page 4, col. 3, microfilm Niles District Library

DEATH OF MRS. MARY BEYRER

Mrs. Mary Beyrer, 87, died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. A.O. Timmons, at Sister Lakes, Tuesday.  She leaves three daughters, Miss Florence Beyrer, of Los Angeles, Cal., Mrs. Fred Linsennier, of Buchanan, and Mrs. A.O. Timmons, of Sister Lakes.  The funeral will be held at the Timmons home Thursday afternoon at 1 o'clock. Burial will be at Silver Brook cemetery in Niles.

 

Line, Henrietta Edith

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Henrietta Edith Line
March 22, 1917-April 18, 1917

Niles Daily Star, Wednesday, April 18, 1917, page 4, col. 2, microfilm Niles District Library

Henrietta Edith, infant child of Mr. and Mrs. John Line, 699 north Thirteenth street, passed away this morning. Funeral services will be held Friday afternoon at 2:30 o'clock.

Abbott, John

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John Abbott
Nov. 14, 1848-March 14, 1935

Niles Daily Star, Friday, March 15, 1935, page 1, col. 4, microfilm Niles District Library

JOHN ABBOTT, 85, PIONEER, STRICKEN
Aged Man Dies After Long Illness; Services Saturday

John Abbott, one of Niles' oldest pioneers and the last member of his generation in the Abbott family, died late Thursday afternoon in Pawating hospital.

Mr. Abbott was 86 years old. He had been in failing health for some time and was taken to the hospital Wednesday when his condition became grave.

Born near Niles, Nov. 14, 1848, Mr. Abbott had lived his entire life in Berrien county, the greater part of it on the Ready farm. Following his retirement several years ago, Mr. Abbott made his home with his son, Guy, at 1004 Sycamore street.

Surviving are his son, a grandson, Lawrence, and a great grandson, Bennie, all of Niles.

Funeral services will be held Saturday afternoon at 2:30 o'clock at the home of Guy Abbott, 1004 Sycamore street, the Rev. Robert E. Meader, of the Methodist church, officiating. Burial will be in Silverbrook cemetery.

 

Niles Daily Star, Saturday, March 16, 1935, Page 2, col. 1, microfilm Niles District Library

ABBOTT RITES TODAY

Funeral services for John Abbott, aged Niles resident who died Thursday afternoon, were held this afternoon at 2 o'clock at the home of his son, Guy Abbott, 1004 Sycamore street. The Rev. Robert E. Meader officiated and burial was in Silverbrook cemetery. Casket bearers were Joseph Hand, James Burns, William Fedore, George Gilley, George Bailey and Charles Schockley.

 

Terriere, David Edward

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David Edward Terriere
March 26, 1838-June 25, 1914

Niles Daily Sun, Monday, June 29, 1914, page 1, col. 6, microfilm Niles District Library

CHICAGO RESIDENT DIED WHILE ON A VISIT HERE
Funeral of D.E. Terriere Will Be held From John Ferguson's Home Tomorrow.

The funeral of D.E. Terriere will be held tomorrow afternoon at 2 o'clock from the residence of Mr. and Mrs. John Ferguson, west of Niles.

Mr. Terriere was stricken with heart failure Sunday morning and died at 10 o'clock at the home of his niece, Mrs. Carpenter, north of Buchanan where he was a guest and expected to spend the summer. His home was in Englewood, Chicago.

The deceasd was 75 years of age.

Besides a widow, who is a sister of Mrs. Ferguson and who was also a sister of the late George A. Correll, Mr. Terriere is survived by two daughters, Miss Harriett Terriere and Mrs. William Cowen of Chicago, and a sister, Mrs. Robena Strong, of Buchanan.

The widow, accompanied by Miss Terriere, Dr. and Mrs. William Cowen and sons are in the city for funeral service.

Rev. R.A. Wright will be the officiating minister. Interment will occur at Silver Brook cemetery.

 

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