Family/Spouse: Living. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

1. Zachary Forresst Taylor was born in Dec 2010; died on 3 Jan 2012 in Lincoln, Lancaster County, Nebraska.

Mike married Living [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Living married Living [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Other Events and Attributes:

• 1920 Federal Census: Between 5 and 7 Feb 1920, Richland Precinct, Saunders County, Nebraska
• 1910 Federal Census: Between 9 and 10 May 1910, Richland Precinct, Saunders County, Nebraska
• Baptism: 10 Feb 1903, Laramie, Albany County, Wyoming
• Confirmation: 7 Apr 1918, Grace Lutheran Church, Swedeburg, Saunders County, Nebraska
• Occupation: 1930, Mechanic
• 1930 Federal Census: 23 Apr 1930, Richland Precinct, Saunders County, Nebraska

Notes:

Elmer attended Luther Academy for a short course in accounting. He sang in the Men's Chorus there for several years.
Elmer was the Choir Director at Immanuel for over 25 years, played the clarinet in the town band, served was Mayor of Ceresco and served on the Town Council for many years. Elmer was also a Deacon on the Church Board of Immanuel Lutheran Chh in Ceresco, Nebraska.
He farmed with Irvin after their father died, but later worked for George Siegriest in the Chevrolet Garage in Ceresco. After 1946, he was in partnership with Herman in the Pearson Garage for 25 years.

WAHOO NEWSPAPER - NOVEMBER 26, 1981

OBITUARY

ELMER WINFRED PEARSON

Elmer Winfred Pearson, son of Peter William Pearson and Clara Elizabeth Brodd Pearson, was born January 16, 1903, at Laramie, Wyoming and died November 14, 1981. On February 23, 1927, he was married to Sophia Heiser. To this union were bornr children; Martin Leroy, Philip Eugene, Phyllis Sophia and Willard Elmer. His son Philip and wife Sophia preceded him in death. In May of 1974 he was married to Erma Kathleen Shiles of Lincoln.
Elmer was a retired automobile mechanic, having worked for the George Siegrest Garage before opening his own shop. His brother Herman joined him in partnership until Herman's retirement. At Elmer's retirement, his son Leroy took over the busis.
Elmer was very involved with his church, Immanuel Lutheran in Ceresco, and the community. He played in the church orchestra and band as long as they were in existence; sang with the barbershop quartet; choir and directed the choir for 32 ye. Served on the church council for many years. He was on the town board and served as mayor for many years, played in the town band from the time of his youth; and was a charter member of the Senior Citizens group.
His survivors include his widow Erma; sons Martin, Ceresco; Willard, Santa Monica, Calif.; daughter, Mrs. Marlin (Phyllis) Olson, Wahoo; five grandchildren; one great-grandchild; brother, Herman, Ceresco; sister, Edna Brostrom, Corvallis, O; nieces, nephews, cousins and a host of friends.
Services were at Immanuel Lutheran Church, November 17, 1981. Internment in Grace Lutheran Cemetery, rural Wahoo.

Elmer married Sophia Albertine Eugenie Heiser on 23 Feb 1927 in Immanuel Lutheran Church, Ceresco, Nebraska. Sophia was born on 17 Jan 1903 in Valparaiso, Saunders County, Nebraska; died on 10 Mar 1970 in Bryan Memorial Hospital, Lincoln, Lancaster County, Nebraska; was buried on 13 Mar 1970 in Grace Lutheran Cemetery, Swedeburg, Saunders County, Nebraska. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Other Events and Attributes:

• 1910 Federal Census: Between 16 and 19 Apr 1910, Little Salt Precinct, Lancaster County, Nebraska
• Baptism: 26 Apr 1903
• Confirmation: 8 Jul 1917, Grace Lutheran Church, Swedeburg, Saunders County, Nebraska
• 1920 Federal Census: 13 Jan 1920, Little Salt Precinct, Lancaster County, Nebraska
• 1930 Federal Census: 23 Apr 1930, Listed as Sophia E. E. Pearson. Richland Precinct, Ceresco Village, Saunders County, Nebraska

Notes:

WAHOO NEWSPAPER - MARCH 12, 1970

MRS ELMER PEARSON FUNERAL ON FRIDAY

Funeral services for Mrs. Elmer (Sophia) Pearson, 67, Ceresco, will be held Friday, March 13, 1970 in the Immanuel Lutheran Church with Rev. Philip Lathrop officiating.
Survivors include her widower; sons, Martin of Ceresco; Willard of Pasadena, Calif.; daughter, Mrs. Marlin (Phyllis) Olson, Wahoo; brothers, Edward Heiser, Fairview, Mont.; Henry, Lincoln; George, Wahoo; and Fritz, Ceresco; sisters, Mrs. Bea Gerdes, Lincoln; Mrs. Christiana Sharpe, Glendale, Calif.; and Mrs. Emma Palmer, Lincoln; five grandchildren.
Casket bearers will be Herman Gerdes, Jr., Paul Heiser, Harold Heiser, Bruce Palmer, Richard Heiser, and William Pearson.
Internment will be in the Swedeburg Lutheran Cemetery with Nelson Funeral Home of Ceresco in charge.

Notes:

Elmer and Sophia had a triple wedding. The other two couples were Sophia's sister Christina Heiser and Arthur Walin, and Sophia's brother Ed Heiser who wed Althea Walin, Arthur's sister. Althea and Arthur are First Cousin's of Elmer.

CERESCO NEWS - FEBRUARY 24, 1927

TRIPLE WEDDING ON WEDNESDAY EVE

The Lutheran church of our little city was the scene of a triple wedding Wednesday evening, when three of our highly esteemed young people were united in the holy bonds of matrimony.
Miss Christiana Heiser and Mr. Arthur Walin, Miss Sophie Heiser and Mr. Elmer Pearson, Miss Althea Walin and Mr. Edward Heiser were the contracting parties.
The three marched into the church while Mrs. E. E. Eliason played the familiar strains of Lohengrin's Wedding March, taking their places before the altar, which, like the church proper, was beautifully decorated in pink and white. The doubleg ceremony was used, Rev. Peterson, pastor of the church, performing the ceremony.
The brides wore white wedding gowns and veils.
Mr. A.H. Peterson sang a solo preceeding the ceremony.
Following the ceremony, a reception and supper were held in the church parlors, with immediate relative in attendance.
Heartiest congratulations and best wishes go with these happy young couples who were born and reared in this community, and where they will make their future home. Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Walin and Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Pearson will live on the Mcr farm, southwest of Ceresco and Mr. and Mrs. Edward Heiser will live on the David Warner farm, as we understand.

CERESCO NEWS - DATE UNKNOWN

OPEN HOUSE

Mr. and Mrs. Edward Heiser of Exeter, Nebr. and Mr. and Mrs. Elmer W. Pearson will hold Open House for their 25th wedding anniversary on Sunday, February 24th at the Immanuel Lutheran church parlors in Ceresco. The hours are 2:30 - 5:00 in thfternoon and 7:00 to 9:00 in the evening.
All relatives and friends are invited to call without further invitations.

UNKNOWN NEWSPAPER OR DATE

WEDDINGS OBSERVED BY OPEN-HOUSE RECEPTION

Two couples, Mr. and Mrs. Edward Heiser, of Exeter, Neb. and Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Pearson, observed their 25th wedding anniversaries on Sunday, February 24, at the Lutheran church parlors. There was scripture reading and prayer; followed by theen House. About 350 relatives and friends called during the afternoon and evening to extend felicitations. Refreshments, carried out in the silver motif, were served to all.
The honorees were the recipients of beautiful gifts in sliver and many fine cards.
A phone call from Mr. and Mr. Julius Brostrom in Oregon, brought their greetings as they could not be here for the occasion.
Miss Phyllis Pearson and Mrs. Paul Heiser were in charge of the guest book, and Mrs. Herman Pearson and Mrs. Laurel Nelson arranged the gifts.
Acting as hostesses were Mrs. Irvin Pearson, Mrs. Oliver Johnson and Mrs. Herman Pearson.
To help with the serving and pouring at the refreshment table were Mrs. Ben Miller, Mrs. Herman Gerdes, Mrs. Wm. Widman, Mrs. Conrad Heiser, Mrs. Harold Palmer, Mrs. Art Larson, Mrs. Carl Heiser, Mrs. George Heiser, and Mrs. Linus Erickson.
Mrs. Dave Johnson, Mrs. Oliver Johnson, Mrs. Aaron Hedlund and Mrs. Herman Walin, with a group of relatives, assisted with the kitchen serving.
Among the out-of-town folk present were Mr. and Mrs. Herman Gerdes, Sr. of Malcolm; Mrs. and Mrs. Con. Heiser and family, Havelock; Mrs. and Mrs. Geo. Lipman and Mr. and Mrs. Clyde Chemelka and family of Raymond; Mr. and Mrs. Gilbert Schoenf, Verola and Daryl Lee; Mr. and Mrs. Ben Miller and Ina; Mr. and Mrs. Ray Eliason, Miss Josephine Gutierra. Mrs. Gus Bulling. Mr. and Mrs. Frank Nelson of Lincoln; Miss Joyce Dawson of Exeter; Mrs. C. O. Pearson and Lloyd; Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Brodd and family. Mr. and Mrs. Evald Brodd and family; Mr. and Mrs. Malvin Pearson, Mrs. Art Larson and Mr. and Mrs. Wendell Helsing and Joyce of Wahoo; Mr. and Mrs. Arnold Stahly of Hickman. Mr. and Mrs. V. E. Brokaw and Linda. Mr. and Mrs. Robert Scoles and Paulina; Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Widman of Mead and Mr. and Mrs. Bill Lehman and Helen of Ithaca.

UNKNOWN NEWSPAPER OR DATE

ELMER PEARSONS SLATE OPEN HOUSE AT CERESCO

Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Pearson of Ceresco, will hold open house for their 40th wedding anniversary Sunday, July 9 from 2:30 to 5:30 p.m. at Immanuel Lutheran Church at Ceresco.
The couple says no further invitations will be sent but everyone is welcome. They request no gifts.

PEARSON

We wish to thank everyone for remembering us with cards, gifts, flowers and all acts of kindness which made our 40th wedding anniversary such a pleasant day. Thank you all for coming to church to share this day with us. A special thanks to ouhildren and the ladies of our church who helped serve.
Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Pearson