Niles--George Eugene Bartlett, 65, of 1722 River Bluff, died at 9:50 a.m. Wednesday at Bronson Hospital, Kalamazoo, following an illness of two weeks.
    Mr. Bartlett was a plate puller at the Simplicity Pattern Co., and was born May 24, 1913 in Niles Township.  He lived in the area most of his life.
    A veteran of the U.S. Navy, having served in World War II, he married Ella F. Farabee on June 15, 1940 in Mishawaka, Ind., She survives.
    Also surviving is a brother, Carl R. of St. Louis, Mo.
    He was a member of the VFW Post 360 and Eagles Lodge 2083, both of Mishawaka.
    Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Friday at the Pifer Chapel of the Swem-Smith Funeral Home with the Rev. William Fuerstenau of the First Presbyterian Church officiating.  Burial will be in Silverbrook Cemetery.
    Friends may call after 4 p.m. today at the funeral home.

(Source: Niles Daily Star, Thursday, June 1, 1978, page 2, col. 4, microfilm Niles District Library)

Mrs. E.B. Ives
Almira Louisa (Brooks) Ives
May 6, 1833-January 14, 1916


    Mrs. Almira Ives, widow of Edwin B. Ives, for many years a prominent photographer of Niles, passed away shortly after midnight last night at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Fred C. Schmidt on South Third street, where she has been ill since last October.  The cause of death was hardening of the arteries.
    Almira Louisa Brooks was born May 6, 1833 in Buffalo, N.Y. She was married May 5, 1853, in Ashtabula, Ohio, to Edwin B. Ives, who died March 18, 1906.
    Mr. and Mrs. Ives moved from Hillsdale, Mich., to Niles in October, 1864.
    Mrs. Ives is survived by three children, L.O. Ives of Montana; Mrs. F.C. Schmidt of Niles and Mrs. Leonide Keating of Chicago; also by nine grandchildren and two great grandchildren.
    The death of Mrs. Ives removes a highly respected pioneer resident of Niles.
    The funeral services will be held Sunday afternoon from the home of Mrs. Schmidt.  The service will be private.  (Source: Niles Daily Sun, Friday, January 14, 1916, page 1, col. 4-5, microfilm Niles District Library)


    One of Niles' dear old ladies succumbed this morning. With the passing of Mrs. E.B. Ives the city feels a real personal loss.  To her the passing of years meant only new opportunities of friendship and life never became a burden to her.  She always retained a joyful spirit and the proud, queenly courtesy of her youth.  Much of her time was spent in the out of doors, as long as her health permitted, but her condition for the past several months has caused much concern to her relatives and friends, who feared the worst.  Passersby in Third and Sycamore street will miss the kindly face at the window, which was a kindly countenance, indicative of a peaceful nature and loving heart.
    Almira Louisa Brooks was born in Buffalo, N.Y, May 6, 1833.  In May of 1853, the fifth day, she wedded Edwin Burke Ives, of Ashtabula, Ohio, the couple a little later making their home in Hillsdale, Mich. They moved to Niles in October, 1864, and this city had since been her home, more than half a century.
    On March 18, 1906, her husband passed away, leaving her in the twilight of her life to travel the way alone, without the support upon which she had been accustomed to lean for more than 50 years.  In the declining years she took much comfort in the three children, L.C. Ives, of Montana, Mrs. Leonide Keating of Chicago, and Mrs. Fred C. Schmidt of This city.  The frequent visits of these dear ones were always eagerly awaited and she loved nothing better than to have her children, grandchildren or great-grandchildren around her.
    Besides the two daughters and one son, nine grandchildren and two great-grandchildren survive, for whom no other can take her place in their lives.  The last services for Mrs. Ives will be held Sunday afternoon and they will be private. The body will be laid to rest beside that of the departed husband.
(Source: Niles Daily Star, January 14, 1915, page 4, col. 1, microfilm Niles District Library)

E.B. Ives
September 2, 1832-March 18, 1906

 

    E.B. Ives died at 10 o'clock last night at his home on Oak street after an illness of less than a week, aged 73 years. His death comes as a surprise to his friends, who did not suppose him to have been in a serious condition.
    The deceased was born in Jefferson, Ohio, in September, 1832, and come to Niles from Hillsdale, Mich., in 1865, having served a short time in the army during the civil war.  Mr. Ives had been the leading photographer of Niles and Berrien county for 40 years and was one of the best known photographers in the state.  He had attended national and international conventions of photographers, and had received several prizes for work exhibited there.  He was also vice-president of one of the national associations.  The deceased is survived by a wife and four children who are Allen Ives of Dowagiac, Mrs. Fred Schmidt, and Mrs. Leonide Keating, of this city, and Lowell Ives of Chicago.
    The funeral will be held Wednesday afternoon at 2:30 o'clock at the residence, Rev. C.E. Marvin officiating.  Burial at Silver Brook cemetery.

(Source: Niles Daily Star, Monday, March 19, 1906, Page 2, col. 2, microfilm Niles District Library)

    E.B. Ives, the well known photographer, of Niles, died Sunday morning at this home on Oak street, after an illness of less than a week, at the age of 73 years.  His death come as a surprise to his friends, who did not suppose him to have been in a serious condition. The funeral services will be held tomorrow afternoon at 2:30 o'clock at the residence.  Rev. C.E. Marvin will officiate.  Interment will be made in the Silver Brook cemetery.

(Source: Buchanan Record, Tuesday, March 20, 1906, page 2, col. 3, microfilm Niles District Library)

    E.B. Ives, who for nearly forty years has been a photographer in Niles, died last Sunday evening. Mr. Ives was the oldest and one of the best photographers in Berrien County.

(Source:  The (Berrien Springs) Era, Thursday, March 22, 1906, page 5, col. 2, microfilm Niles District Library)

Leo Ives
February 5, 1892-June 5, 1978

    BUCHANAN--Leo Ives, 86, of 1207 N. Redbud Trail, died at 3:55 a.m. Monday at Pawating Hospital, Niles, following an extended illness.
    A retired employee of the Simplicity Pattern Co., he was born Feb. 5, 1892.
    Graveside services will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday at Silverbrook Cemetery with the Rt. Rev. Msgr. John D. Slowey, pastor of St. Mary's Catholic Church in Niles officiating.
    Funeral arrangements are being handled by the Halbritter Funeral Home, Niles.

(Source:  Niles Daily Star, Tuesday, June 6, 1978, page 2, col. 2, microfilm Niles District Library)

Valerous P. Ives
Sept. 25, 1850-November 4, 1922


    Valerous P. Ives, a well known and highly respected resident of Niles, died Saturday afternoon about 4 o'clock after a few days of illness with pneumonia.
    Mr. Ives was born in Adrian, Lenawee county, Sept. 25, 1850.  In January, 51 years ago, Mr. Ives was married to Catherine Steck, who survives him.  Three children were born to Mr. and Mrs. Ives, one of whom, Cyrus, preceded his father in death.  The surviving children are Mrs. Thomas Trattles of Cleveland, Ohio, who arrived in Niles Saturday on account of her father's illness, and Leo Ives, who resides at home. Besides the children, Mr. Ives is survived by five grandchildren who are: Laverne Ives of Niles, Alice Ives of Chicago; Mrs. Frank W. Keegan of Syracuse, N.Y.; George and Catherine Trattles of Cleveland; and by one sister, Mrs. Mary Goldsmith of Centerville and a half-brother, George Beidler of Hammond, Ind.
    Mr. Ives came to Niles from Jones, Mich., 16 years ago.  He was for many years an employe of the Michigan Central railway and within the past few years had been in the employe of the Southern Michigan Railway company.
    He was a charter member of Jones Tent, K.O.T.M., No. 805.
    The funeral services will be held Tuesday afternoon at 2 o'clock at the residence, 705 Ferry street.  Rev. Harold Holt will officiate. Burial will take place in Silver Brook cemetery.

(Source:  Niles Daily Star-Sun, Monday, November 6, 1922, page 1, col 3, microfilm Niles District Library)

Samuel Clark
August 20, 1837-December 6, 1913


    Samuel Clark, a pioneer resident of this section passed away Friday afternoon at his home 903 Oak Street after a prolonged illness.
    Mr. Clark was 76 years of age.  He had resided for 40 years on a farm southeast of Niles until about seven years ago when he moved into the city.
    For a time Mr. Clark conducted a second hand store business on North Second street.
    A widow and the following children survive:  Samuel Clark, Cleveland, O., Mrs. O.P. Woodworth, Macomb, Ill., Clarence and Frank Clark, South Bend, Harry Clark, Blue Island, Ill., John Clark, Dowagiac; Mrs. Chas. Miller, Benton Harbor; Mrs. Isaac Margeson; Union City, Mich., Mrs. Chase Smith, Granger, and Miss Marie Clark of Niles.
    The funeral will be held Sunday afternoon at 2:30 o'clock.  Rev. R.A. Wright will officiate.  Interment will occur at Silver Brook Cemetery.

(Source: Niles Daily Sun, Saturday, December 6, 1913, page 1, col. 8, microfilm Niles District Library)