Other Events and Attributes:

• Immigration: 1868
• Occupation: Between 1880 and 1910, Farmer
• 1880 Federal Census: 19 Jun 1880, Richland Precinct, Saunders County, Nebraska. Recorded as Andrew Walin.
• 1900 Federal Census: 5 Jun 1900, Richland Precinct, Saunders County, Nebraska
• 1910 Federal Census: 11 May 1910, Richland Precinct, Saunders County, Nebraska. Living with Klaes (Claus) and Anna.
• 1920 Federal Census: 9 Jan 1920, Ceresco Village, Richland Precinct, Saunders County, Nebraska. Living with Johanna Mathilda's family.

Notes:

Anders homesteaded on an acreage northwest of Ceresco. Nils Trued homesteaded nearby. He was completely "taken" with the young Mathilda. They were married when she was 17 at the home of her parents, Anders and Charlotta Walin. Life was very hard for her as Nils worked in Lincoln as a tailor. He often walked home to spend weekends with his family. Their first three children were born in a dugout. Mathilda often struggled with Indians, rattlers, prairie fires and the rigors of pioneer life.

Family/Spouse: Charlotta (Adamsdotter) Adamson. Charlotta was born on 27 Oct 1828 in Asaka Parish, V; died on 14 May 1905 in Ceresco, Saunders County, Nebraska; was buried in Grace Lutheran Cemetery, Swedeburg, Saunders County, Nebraska. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Other Events and Attributes:

• Immigration: 1868
• Confirmation: 1874, Grace Lutheran Church, Swedeburg, Saunders County, Nebraska
• 1880 Federal Census: 19 Jun 1880, Lincoln, Lancaster County, Nebraska
• 1900 Federal Census: 9 Jun 1900, Richland Precinct, Saunders County, Nebraska
• 1910 Federal Census: 11 May 1910, Richland Precinct, Saunders County, Nebraska
• 1920 Federal Census: 9 Jan 1920, Ceresco Village, Richland Precinct, Saunders County, Nebraska

Johanna married Nils Trued on 24 Feb 1872 in Swedeburg, Saunders County, Nebraska. Nils (son of Trued Nilsson and Elsa) was born on 27 Nov 1844 in Sweden; died on 2 Oct 1909 in Ceresco, Saunders County, Nebraska; was buried on 15 Jul 1946 in Grace Lutheran Cemetery, Swedeburg, Saunders County, Nebraska. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Other Events and Attributes:

• 1920 Federal Census: Between 26 and 27 Mar 1920, Rock Creek Precinct, Saunders County, Nebraska
• Immigration: 1868
• 1880 Federal Census: 19 Jun 1880, Richland Precinct, Saunders County, Nebraska
• Occupation: Between 1910 and 1920, Farmer
• 1910 Federal Census: 4 May 1910, Rock Creek Precinct, Saunders County, Nebraska

Notes:

THE LINCOLN STAR - MONDAY, MAY 29, 1933

WALIN, JOHN S. - Funeral services for Mr. John Walin were held Monday afternoon at the home and at the Lutheran church in Ceresco. Rev. A. H. Peterson officiating. Interment in the Lutheran cemetery. Swedeburg.

WAHOO DEMOCRAT, JUNE 1, 1933

EARLY SETTLER PASSES AWAY

John S. Walin was born in Asaka parish, V

Johan married Augusta Nilson on 10 Jul 1885. Augusta was born on 12 Oct 1863 in Sk; died on 17 Apr 1941 in the home of her daughter, Mrs. Harry Pearson, in Ceresco, Saunders County, Nebraska; was buried on 20 Apr 1941 in Grace Lutheran Cemetery, Swedeburg, Saunders County, Nebraska. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Other Events and Attributes:

• Baptism: Vartofta-Asaka Parish, Vastergotland
• 1920 Federal Census: Between 25 and 26 Jan 1920, Richland Precinct, Saunders County, Nebraska
• Emigration: 1868
• Confirmation: 1879, Grace Lutheran Church, Swedeburg, Saunders County, Nebraska
• 1880 Federal Census: 19 Jun 1880, Richland Precinct, Saunders County, Nebraska
• Occupation: Between 1900 and 1930, Farmer
• 1900 Federal Census: 11 Jun 1900, Richland Precinct, Saunders County, Nebraska
• 1910 Federal Census: 11 May 1910, Richland Precinct, Saunders County, Nebraska
• 1930 Federal Census: 4 Apr 1930, Richland Precinct, Saunders County, Nebraska

Notes:

Levine was a farmer. He preceded "Aunt Annie" in death. Their son Edward lived with Anna in an apartment in the upstairs of her sister Clara's home until she couldn't take care of herself any longer. She died in a Nursing Home in Lincoln.

WAHOO WASP - APRIL 25, 1935

CERESCO PIONEER PASSED AWAY ON SUNDAY, APRIL 21st

C. Levin Walin passed to his reward last Sunday morning at his home in Ceresco at the age of 72 years. The funeral services were held at the Ceresco Lutheran church and burial was in the Swedeburg cemetery. Rev. Arthur Peterson, Lutheran Mir, had charge of the service.
Besides his wife, five daughters, Mrs. Wm. Widman, Mead, Mrs. Herbert Nelson, Mrs. Theodore Anderson, Mrs. Henry Heiser, Mrs. Ed Heiser, of Ceresco, and two sons, Carl and Edward also of Ceresco survive him.
Mr. Walin came to Saunders County when he was two years of age with his parents, who homesteaded three miles northwest of Ceresco in 1870. He still retained his farm in the same section.
Mr. Walin was a strong republican and took an active interest in politics for many years.

EARLY SETTLER PASSES AWAY - UNKNOWN NEWSPAPER OR DATE

Mr. Claus Levin was born in Osaka parish, Vastergotland, Sweden, November 9, 1862. He came with his parents to America in 1868 and lived in Moline, Ill., until in the spring of 180, when the Walins came to Nebraska and settled one mile and a half north of Ceresco and two miles east.

The 18th of February 1887, he married Miss Anna Brodd. This union was blessed with eleven children. Two of these passed away in early childhood and two in young manhood.

Mr. Walin's health has been failing the past three years. He suffered silently and patiently and the end came on beautiful Easter day at 10 o'clock in the morning.

He is survived by the widow, Mrs. Anna Walin, seven children eleven grandchildren, many other relatives and a host of friends. The children are: Mrs. Theodore Anderson, Carl, Mrs. Herbert Nelson, Mrs. Henry Heiser, Mrs. Edward Heiser, Mrs. Willie Widman and Edward.

He was confirmed in the Lutheran Church Swedeburg, where he remained an active and faithful member until 1919. At that time Immanuel Church as organized in Ceresco, and Mr. Walin became a charter member. At the organization meeting he was elected a trustee, which office he filled faithfully until his health began to fail.

Mr. Walin lived a consistent Christian life. Only sickness kept him from attending divine services in the church he loved so much and he was a faithful reader of the Word in his home. He was very generous in his contributions to the local church and to the work of the Kingdom at large. His quiet and unassuming character will be rememberd by all.

This friend has seen the early settlers move out of the sod houses and into comfortable homes and finally to the green hill where ther earthly remains of so many of them rest. Today we lay to rest by their side and by the side of his departed children, until the Lord shall come and say unto him and all believers, "Come ye blessed of my Father, inherit the Kingdom taht is prepared for you from the foundation of the world."

The Psalmist says: "The days of our years are three-score years and ten" and thus were the days of our departed friend, being at his demise 73 years 5 months and 12 days.

Funeral services were held at the Immanuel Lutheran Church Ceresco, Wednesday afternoon at 2:30, Rev, Petersen in charge assisted by Dr. C. O. Guleen of Fremont. A quartet consisting of Mrs. Julius Brostrom, Edith Brodd, Irvin Pearson and Herman Brodd, sang "All the Way My Saviour Leads Me," and Milton Anderson sang "Never Still Nearer."

The remains were laid to rest in the big green hill outside the big???

PAST AND PRESENT OF SAUNDERS COUNTY

CLAES LEVIN WALIN.
Claes Levin Walin has devoted his life to farming and has met with gratifying success in his chosen occupation. He now owns one hundred and sixty acres on section 19, Richland precinct, Saunders county, and derives a good income from his agriultural pursuits. He is the younger of the two living sons of Andrew Walin, a native of Sweden, and his birth also occurred in that country. His natal day was the 9th of November, 1862, and he was about six years of age when, in 1868, his parents emigrated with their children to the United States and settled near Moline, Illinois. Two years later they removed to Saunders county, Nebraska, and took up a homestead on section 18, Richland precinct. The father is still residing upon that place, which comprises eighty acres, and, although he has reached the age of eighty-one years, he is active and interested in happenings of local and general concern.

Although Claes Levin Walin was not yet six years of age when the family crossed the ocean, he remembers vividly some incidents of the trip and he also has many interesting reminiscences of pioneer days in this county, for in 1870, when the faly located here, there was still much land in the possession of the government and the work of development seemed scarcely begun. He was reared upon the home farm and early became familiar with practical methods of agriculture. On reaching mature years he began farming on his own account and for seven years cultivated a tract of land in Richland precinct. He now owns one hundred and sixty acres which is the northwest quarter of section 19, that precinct, and with the aid of his sons operates that place and also the family homestead on section 18. He resides with his father on the homestead and has lived there since 1870, with the exception of seven years. He is progressive in the methods which he follows and still further increases his efficiency by the use of up-to-date machinery. He raises both grain and stock and finds both branches of his business profitable.

On the 18th of February, 1887, Mr. Walin was united in marriage to Miss Anna Brodd, who was born in Sweden on the 26th of December, 1869, but in 1874 came to the United States with her parents, Andrew G. and Gustava (Johnson) Brodd, who firstettled in Wyoming but in 1881 took up their residence in Richland precinct, this county. Mr. and Mrs. Walin have had eleven children. Edna was born on the 21st of January, 1888, and was married on the 18th of February, 1913, to Theodore Anderson, who is operating a farm on section 18, Richland precinct. They have one son, Milton, whose birth occurred on the 20th of December, 1914. Edwin, who was born February 27, 1889, died on the 25th of January, 1891. Carl was born on the 25th of September, 1890, and on the 1st of January, 1913, was married to Miss Judith Torell and they reside on a farm four miles west of Lincoln, this state. Alma, whose birth occurred on the 18th of November, 1892, died on the 13th of November, 1894. Alvivin was born on the 28th of September, 1894; Esther on the 20th of August, 1896; Arthur on the 10th of February, 1898; Norma, on the 13th of March, 1901 ; Pauline, on the 31st of March, 1903; Althea, on the 13th of April, 1905; and Edward, on the 8th of September, 1907.

Mr. Walin is an adherent of the republican party and discharges to the full all of his duties as a citizen. He and his family belong to the Swedish Lutheran church and he is also identified with the Farmers Educational and Cooperative Unionnd with the Farmers Institute Association of Ceresco. He forwards in every way possible all movements seeking to make the work of the farmer more efficient and the conditions of farm life more attractive and he is recognized as one of the leading residents of his precinct.

Klaes married Anna Matilda Brodd on 18 Feb 1887 in Rural Saunders County, Nebraska. Anna (daughter of Anders Carl Gustaf (Johanson) Brodd and Gustafva (Johansdotter) Johnson) was born on 26 Dec 1869 in Broddetorp Parish Skaraborgs Lan, Sweden; died on 24 Sep 1963 in Lincoln, Lancaster County, Nebraska; was buried on 28 Sep 1963 in Grace Lutheran Cemetery, Swedeburg, Saunders County, Nebraska. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Other Events and Attributes:

• 1880 Federal Census: 19 Jun 1880, Richland Precinct, Saunders County, Nebraska.
• Confirmation: 1881, Grace Lutheran Church, Swedeburg, Saunders County, Nebraska

Other Events and Attributes:

• 1920 Federal Census: Between 16 and 17 Jan 1920, Canada Precinct, Polk County, Nebraska
• 1880 Federal Census: 19 Jun 1880, Lincoln, Lancaster County, Nebraska
• 1900 Federal Census: 4 Jun 1900, Omaha, Douglas County, Nebraska
• 1910 Federal Census: 28 Apr 1910, Canada Precinct, Polk County, Nebraska
• 1930 Federal Census: 16 Apr 1930, Canada Precinct, Polk County, Nebraska

Notes:

THE TRUED FAMILY IN THE U.S.A.

SELMA: Born in sod-house on homestead in Nebr. Spent childhood in Lincoln where she received her early schooling. At 9 she moved back with her folks to the homestead and did much backbreaking work. As a young girl she went to Omaha to seek work and returned periodically with beautiful clothes and excellent grooming. After alternating between Omaha and the homestead for some time, she met one of two young Swedes who had recently arrived in the U. S., a Mr. Axel A. Anderson, (his brother August married Selma

Selma married Axel Alfred Anderson on 26 Mar 1898 in Grace Lutheran Church, Swedeburg, Saunders County, Nebraska by Rev. Arthur H. Peterson. Axel was born on 28 Nov 1875 in Sweden; died on 20 Oct 1970 in Nebraska; was buried in Grace Lutheran Cemetery, Swedeburg, Saunders County, Nebraska. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Other Events and Attributes:

• 1880 Federal Census: 19 Jun 1880, Lincoln, Lancaster County, Nebraska
• Confirmation: 18 Apr 1890, Grace Lutheran Church, Swedeburg, Saunders County, Nebraska
• Occupation: 1900, Farm Labor
• 1900 Federal Census: 9 Jun 1900, Richland Precinct, Saunders County, Nebraska

Notes:

FOREIGN MISSIONARIES FROM THE NEBRASKA CONFERENCE

Rev. and Mrs. Alfred Trued

Alfred married Hulda Theolina Erickson on 28 Sep 1908 in Grace Lutheran Church, Swedeburg, Saunders County, Nebraska by Rev. Arthur H. Peterson.. Hulda (daughter of Johannes Erickson and Ellen Diedrick) was born on 6 Oct 1875 in Swedeburg, Saunders County, Nebraska; died on 17 Apr 1936 in Muscatine, Iowa; was buried in Grace Lutheran Cemetery, Swedeburg, Saunders County, Nebraska. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Other Events and Attributes:

• 1920 Federal Census: Between 26 and 27 Mar 1920, Rock Creek Precinct, Saunders County, Nebraska
• 1880 Federal Census: 19 Jun 1880, Lincoln, Lancaster County, Nebraska
• 1910 Federal Census: 4 May 1910, Oak Creek Precinct, Saunders County, Nebraska

Notes:

THE TRUED FAMILY IN THE U.S.A.

AMANDA: Also born in sod-house on Nebraska prairie and spending her childhood in Lincoln, Nebr. Attended country school at Ceresco. In her early teens was known as the best horsewoman in the territory, and like Selma learned to cook, milk cows and ride herd. Nor were any complaints ever voiced against her culinary skill, for like Selma she was a master at the craft. Worked in Omaha for several years and always returned in beautiful clothes. No men in their right mind could long be indifferent to the pulchritude of such sisters, and soon two young Swede brothers appeared on the scene, Axel Anderson, the younger, marrying Selma, the older sister, and the reverse, August marrying Amanda. Whereas Axel was an artist in painting and fine decorating, August was a

Family/Spouse: Nels August Anderson. Nels (son of Beugston Anderson and Betty) was born on 1 Apr 1873 in Sweden; died on 23 Mar 1956. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Other Events and Attributes:

• 1930 Federal Census: Between 22 Apr and 5 May 1930, Harrison Township, Greeley County, Kansas
• 1900 Federal Census: 9 Jun 1900, Richland Precinct, Saunders County, Nebraska. Listed as HILMA - Daughter.
• Occupation: Between 1910 and 1930, Farmer
• 1910 Federal Census: 11 May 1910, Richland Precinct, Ceresco Village, Saunders County, Nebraska. Listed as Head of Household.
• 1920 Federal Census: 21 Jan 1920, Ceresco, Saunders County, Nebraska

Notes:

THE TRUED FAMILY IN THE U.S.A.

HERMAN SIGFRID: Born on Nebr. Homestead. Attended public schools and Luther College. Later attended an engineering school in Kansas City, Mo. He early assumed leadership and responsibility on the farm and instituted many improvements there. Waas liked by the younger kids and always sided with them. Worked at Milo Gross Grocery in Ceresco, and later together with a partner, acquired the Buick agency in Ceresco, where they established a garage. He married Hulda Nelson in 1912, sister of Carl, missionary to China from Missionfriends church. She has been a wonderful mother and housemanager to many boys. Herman took up land in Tribune, Kansas, where Luther, Martin and Carl had preceded him in breaking sod into wheat land. They have retired after much hard work, to Santa Cruz, Calif., where Herman

Herman married Hulda Theolina Nelson on 14 Jun 1912 in Ceresco, Saunders, Nebraska. Hulda (daughter of Johannes Nelson and Sara Maria Amalia Kinman) was born on 14 Jul 1892 in Mead, Saunders County, Nebraska; died on 17 Dec 1957 in Santa Cruz, California; was buried in Oakwood Memorial Park, Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz County, California. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Other Events and Attributes:

• 1920 Federal Census: Between 13 and 14 Jan 1920, Trenton Township, Pierce County, Wisconsin
• Baptism: 23 Aug 1885, Grace Lutheran Church, Swedeburg, Saunders County, Nebraska
• 1900 Federal Census: 9 Jun 1900, Richland Precinct, Saunders County, Nebraska
• Confirmation: 7 Apr 1901, Grace Lutheran Church, Swedeburg, Saunders County, Nebraska
• 1910 Federal Census: 11 May 1910, Richland Precinct, Saunders County, Nebraska
• 1930 Federal Census: 3 Apr 1930, Kirkland Village, Franklin Township, Dekalb County, Illinois

Notes:

THE TRUED FAMILY IN THE U.S.A.

LEVIN: born on farm in Nebraska. Graduated from Luther College, later from Augustana College, with a B. A. degree. Was valedictorian at Luther. He attended Kansas Uni., where he continued his special study of the Greek language. Married Esther Bengtson of Swedeburg, Nebr., of an old pioneer family. She was also a student at Lutheran College He then studied at Aug. Lutheran Seminary where he graduated with B. D. degree and served pastorates at Kent City, Mich., Kirkland, Ill., Gary, Indd., and Hager City, Wisc. He also devoted time to scientific pursuits especially meteorology and radio. He broadcast his own church services in Kirkland with self-made equipment and perfected many radio innovations. He was a forceful and eloquent speaker. He died of a heart ailment in Tribune, Kansas, in 1940, from which he had suffered most of his life. Esther is now living with son Laverne in Florida.

S. Clarence Trued, Author - Published 1953

Levin married Esther Bengtson on 2 Jan 1912 in Grace Lutheran Church, Swedeburg, Saunders County, Nebraska. Esther (daughter of Nels (Nils) Bengtson and Nilla (Nellie) Bengtssdotter) was born on 9 Mar 1887 in Swedeburg, Saunders County, Nebraska; died on 21 Apr 1973 in Sanford, Seminole County, Florida. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Other Events and Attributes:

• 1900 Federal Census: 9 Jun 1900, Richland Precinct, Saunders County, Nebraska
• Occupation: Between 1910 and 1920, Farmer
• 1910 Federal Census: 11 May 1910, Richland Precinct, Saunders County, Nebraska
• 1920 Federal Census: 9 Jan 1920, Ceresco Village, Richland Precinct, Saunders County, Nebraska

Notes:

SAUNDERS COUNTY WW1 HONOR ROLL 1917-1918-1919

LUTHER TRUED

Entered the service September 22, 1917, and served with Field Hosp. No. 353, 314th San. Train, 89th Div. He is the son of Mrs. Matilda Trued of Ceresco, Neb.

THE TRUED FAMILY IN THE U.S.A.

LUTHER: Attended public schools in Nebr., where he grew up on the farm, but continued business training at Luther College. Was manager of the farm following his father

Luther married Edith Mary Larson on 24 Nov 1925 in the home of John Larson, Bloom, Kansas. Edith was born on 18 Jan 1906 in Farnhamville, Calhoun County, Iowa; died on 20 May 1988; was buried in Grace Lutheran Cemetery, Swedeburg, Saunders County, Nebraska. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Other Events and Attributes:

• 1900 Federal Census: 9 Jun 1900, Richland Precinct, Saunders County, Nebraska. Listed as Dora Trued.
• 1910 Federal Census: 11 May 1910, Richland Precinct, Saunders County, Nebraska
• 1920 Federal Census: 9 Jan 1920, Ceresco Village, Richland Precinct, Saunders County, Nebraska

Notes:

WAHOO WASP - AUGUST 17, 1944

DORA TRUED DIES AT OSCEOLA SATURDAY

Funeral services for Dora Trued of Tribune, Kansas who passed away Saturday, August 12 at the home of her sister, Mrs. Axel Anderson of Osceola, Nebraska, were held Tuesday, August 15 from the Emmanuel Lutheran Church, Ceresco. The Rev. Saderburg of Tribune, Kansas officiated, assisted by Rev. Peterson and Rev. Alfred Trued.
Dora Trued was born December 18, 1890 and was the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Nels Trued, who were farmers near Ceresco a number of years ago.
The body was laid to rest in the Grace Lutheran Cemetery near Swedeburg.
Those attending the funeral service from out of town were: Mr. and Mrs. Martin Trued, Mr. and Mrs. August Anderson of Moline, Ill., Mr. and Mrs. Axel Anderson of Osceola, Nebr., Rev. Clarence Anderson and son David of Rockford, Ill.
Four brothers, Luther and Herman Trued of Tribune, Kansas and Clarence and Carl Trued of Oregon were unable to attend the funeral.

THE TRUED FAMILY IN THE U.S.A.

DOROTHEA: When she was the only daughter left, Dora assumed responsibility at a very early age. Her mother became ill frequently and then Dora had to take over, which meant baking, washing and cooking for many men. She never complained over this multiplicity of duties. The work was so pressing that no opportunity ever came for her to attend college, or to fulfill her cherished dream of a nurse

Other Events and Attributes:

• 1900 Federal Census: 9 Jun 1900, Richland Precinct, Saunders County, Nebraska
• 1910 Federal Census: 11 May 1910, Richland Precinct, Saunders County, Nebraska
• 1920 Federal Census: 9 Jan 1920, Ceresco Village, Richland Precinct, Saunders County, Nebraska

Notes:

MARTIN TRUED

Entered the service April 19, 1917, and served with 123rd F. A., 33rd Division. He is the son of Mrs. Matilda Trued of Ceresco, Neb.

ATCHINSON DAILY GLOBE - WEDNESDAY, APRIL 17, 1946

REAPPOINTED

Topeka, April 17 --(AP) - Gov. Andrew Schoeppel has reappointed Martin F. Trued, Tribune, to the Kansas physicians' service to a term expiring May 1, 1948.

THE GREAT BEND DAILY TRIBUNE - WEDNESDAY, APRIL 30, 1952

TWO ARN APPOINTMENTS

Topeka (UP) - Gov. Edward P. Arn has appointed Dr. Carroll G. Arneit of Belleville, to the state board of chiropractic examiners for a term ending May 10, 1055. Arneit succeeds Dr. A. R. Colburn of Lawrence.
The governor also announced appointment of Martn F. Trued of Topeka to the Kansas Blue Cross-Blue Shield board of directors for a term expiring May 1, 1954.

THE TRUED FAMILY IN THE U.S.A.

MARTIN: Reared on the farm in Nebr., and did his share of heavy work. (He did not do the writer

Family/Spouse: Ruby Zimmerman. Ruby was born on 24 Mar 1910; died on 28 Dec 1981. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Other Events and Attributes:

• 1900 Federal Census: 9 Jun 1900, Richland Precinct, Saunders County, Nebraska
• Occupation: 1910, Farmer
• 1910 Federal Census: 11 May 1910, Richland Precinct, Saunders County, Nebraska. Listed as Clarence.
• 1920 Federal Census: 12 Jan 1920, Sioux City, Woodbury County, Iowa
• 1930 Federal Census: 8 Apr 1930, Denver City, Denver County, Colorado

Notes:

SAUNDERS COUNTY WW1 HONOR ROLL 1917-1918-1919

CLARENCE TRUED

Entered the service April 19, 1917, and served as assistant band master with the 123rd F. A., 33rd Division. He is the son of Mrs. Matilda Trued of Ceresco, Neb.

THE TRUED FAMILY IN THE U.S.A.

SAMUEL CLARENCE: Grew up on farm in Nebr., where he planted, cultivated, shucked and unloaded corn, doing all the other dirty work around the place meanwhile, then milked a million cows. That

Samuel married Ruth Erickson on 28 Jun 1919. Ruth (daughter of Magnus Erickson and Betsy Diedrick) was born on 15 Jan 1896 in Swedeburg, Saunders County, Nebraska; died on 26 May 2005 in Roseburg, Douglas County, Oregon; was buried on 4 Jun 2005 in Roseburg National Cemetery, Roseburg, Douglas County, Oregon. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Other Events and Attributes:

• 1900 Federal Census: 9 Jun 1900, Richland Precinct, Saunders County, Nebraska
• 1910 Federal Census: 11 May 1910, Richland Precinct, Saunders County, Nebraska
• Occupation: 1920, Farmer
• 1920 Federal Census: 9 Jan 1920, Ceresco Village, Richland Precinct, Saunders County, Nebraska

Notes:

SAUNDERS COUNTY WW1 HONOR ROLL 1917-1918-1919

CARL V. TRUED --Entered the service November 11, 1918. He is the son of Mrs. Mathilda Trued of Ceresco, Neb.

THE TRUED FAMILY IN THE U.S.A.

CARL VICTOR:

Other Events and Attributes:

• Baptism: 3 Jun 1888, Grace Lutheran Church, Swedeburg, Saunders County, Nebraska
• Confirmation: 13 Apr 1902, Grace Lutheran Church, Swedeburg, Saunders County, Nebraska

Family/Spouse: Henry Vasa. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Other Events and Attributes:

• Baptism: 12 Mar 1891, Grace Lutheran Church, Swedeburg, Saunders County, Nebraska
• Confirmation: 8 Apr 1906, Grace Lutheran Church, Swedeburg, Saunders County, Nebraska
• 1910 Federal Census: 4 May 1910, Rock Creek Precinct, Saunders County, Nebraska

Family/Spouse: Peter M Pearson. Peter was born in Mar 1863 in Sweden; died in 1942; was buried in Grace Lutheran Cemetery, Swedeburg, Saunders County, Nebraska. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Other Events and Attributes:

• 1920 Federal Census: Between 26 and 27 Mar 1920, Rock Creek Precinct, Saunders County, Nebraska
• Baptism: 21 May 1892, Grace Lutheran Church, Swedeburg, Saunders County, Nebraska
• Confirmation: 5 Apr 1908, Grace Lutheran Church, Swedeburg, Saunders County, Nebraska
• Occupation: Between 1910 and 1920, Farmer
• 1910 Federal Census: 4 May 1910, Rock Creek Precinct, Saunders County, Nebraska

Notes:

FIND A GRAVE

Entered the service December 14, 1917, and served with M. P. Co., 28th Division. He is the son of Mr. and Mrs. John S. Walin of Ceresco, Neb.

Family/Spouse: Florentine Genevieve Louis. Florentine was born on 18 Nov 1912 in Nebraska; died on 9 Jan 2004 in Lincoln, Lancaster County, Nebraska; was buried in Grace Lutheran Cemetery, Swedeburg, Saunders County, Nebraska. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Other Events and Attributes:

• 1910 Federal Census: 4 May 1910, Rock Creek Precinct, Saunders County, Nebraska
• Confirmation: 9 May 1915, Grace Lutheran Church, Swedeburg, Saunders County, Nebraska

Notes:

WAHOO NEWSPAPER, DECEMBER 24, 1970

CLAUS V. WALIN, ONCE OF CERESCO, IS DEAD

Claus V. Walin, a native of Ceresco, now of Pueblo, Colo., passed away Sunday, December 13, at a local hospital after a short illness. Funeral services were held Wednesday, December 16, at Valhalla's Garden Chapel with Rev. Newell Mendenhall oficiating. Graveside services at Roselawn Cemetery were conducted by Pueblo Lodge 95 AF&AM.
Mr. Walin has been a resident of Pueblo, Colo., the past 17 years and has been a sales representative of the Howard Insurance Co. for the past 19 years. He was a member of the Lutheran Church.
He is survived by his widow, Bertha, one daughter, Mrs. Jean Benson, two grandchildren, Dixie and Rocky Benson, and one great-grandchild, Shannon Guerra, all of Pueblo; three sisters, Mrs. Nettie Vasa, Los Angeles, Calif., Mrs. Clara Carter,ha, Nebr., and Mrs. Ann Bush of Arcadia, Calif.; three brothers, Herman of Ceresco, Nebr., Ted of Longview, Wash., and John of Myrtle Creek, Ore.

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

Other Events and Attributes:

• 1910 Federal Census: 4 May 1910, Rock Creek Precinct, Saunders County, Nebraska
• Confirmation: 9 May 1915, Grace Lutheran Church, Swedeburg, Saunders County, Nebraska

Notes:

FIND A GRAVE

Clara married Harry Samuel Pearson on January 21, 1920 in Ceresco, Saunders, NE. She later married Francis Anthony Carter. Her full name was Clara Augusta Walin (Pearson) Carter.

Family/Spouse: Francis Anthony Carter. Francis was born on 12 Oct 1915; died on 26 Jan 1990. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Clara married Harry Samuel Pearson on 21 Jan 1920 in Ceresco, Saunders County, Nebraska. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Other Events and Attributes:

• 1920 Federal Census: Between 26 and 27 Mar 1920, Rock Creek Precinct, Saunders County, Nebraska
• 1910 Federal Census: 4 May 1910, Rock Creek Precinct, Saunders County, Nebraska
• Confirmation: 13 May 1917, Grace Lutheran Church, Swedeburg, Saunders County, Nebraska

Carl married Florence about 1924. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Other Events and Attributes:

• 1920 Federal Census: Between 26 and 27 Mar 1920, Rock Creek Precinct, Saunders County, Nebraska
• 1910 Federal Census: 4 May 1910, Rock Creek Precinct, Saunders County, Nebraska

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

Other Events and Attributes:

• 1920 Federal Census: Between 26 and 27 Mar 1920, Rock Creek Precinct, Saunders County, Nebraska
• 1910 Federal Census: 4 May 1910, Rock Creek Precinct, Saunders County, Nebraska

Other Events and Attributes:

• 1920 Federal Census: Between 25 and 26 Jan 1920, Ceresco Village, Richland Precinct, Saunders County, Nebraska
• Baptism: 10 Feb 1888, Grace Lutheran Church, Swedeburg, Saunders County, Nebraska
• 1900 Federal Census: 11 Jun 1900, Richland Precinct, Saunders County, Nebraska
• Confirmation: 19 Apr 1903, Grace Lutheran Church, Swedeburg, Saunders County, Nebraska
• 1910 Federal Census: 11 May 1910, Richland Precinct, Saunders County, Nebraska
• 1930 Federal Census: 7 Apr 1930, Richland Precinct, Saunders County, Nebraska

Notes:

WAHOO NEWSPAPER - JUNE 16, 1955

MRS. EDNA ANDRESON, CERESCO, DIES

Mrs. Edna Elizabeth Anderson, 67, passed away on Monday of last week.
Survivors include husband, Theodore; son Milton, Rock Island, Ill.; two daughters, Mrs. Betty Larson, Wahoo, Mrs. Margaret Palm, Ceresco; seven grandchildren; mother, Mrs. Anna Walin of Ceresco; four sisters, Mrs. Esther Nelson, Mrs. Norma Her, Davey; Mrs. Pauline Widman, Mead; Mrs. Althea Heiser, Exeter; brother, Edward, Ceresco.
Services were Thursday at 2 p.m. at the Emmanuel Lutheran Church at Ceresco. The Rev. Nels Olson officiating.
Burial at Swedeburg.

OBITUARY

Mrs. Edna Ellizabeth Anderson, eldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. C. L. Walin, was born January 21, 1888 on a farm four miles northwest of Ceresco. She received her summons to enter into her eternal resrt at 3:30 p.m. Monday, June 6, 1955 in the Community Hospital in Wahoo, at the age of 67 years 4 months and 15 days. She was baptised by Pastor F. N. Swanberg and confirmed in Grace Lutheran church, Swedeburg, April 19, 1903 by Pastor John Torell.

She was united in marriage to Mr. Theodore Anderson, February 13, 1913, who together with the following children, mourn her sudden departure from this life; one son, Milton of Rock Island, Ill.; two daughters, Betty Larson of Wahoo and Margaret Palm of Cersco; seven grandchildren. A daughter, Mildred, passed away in 1929 at the age of thirteenthru.
She also leaves to mourn her demise, her aged mother, Mrs. Anna Walin and one brother, Edward of Ceresco, also four sisters, Esther Nelson and Norma Heiser of Davey; Pauline Widman of Mead and Althea Heiser of Exeter, besides many other relatives and a large circle of friends.

She has suffered from reoccuring attacks of bronchial asthma and has been in frail health and under the care of doctors for the past twenty-five years. Yet, out of her long illness, has come a blessing instead of a breakdown. In the crucible of physical affliction, precious gold of a sanctified personality was refined and of her it could truly be said as Shakespeare once wrote: "In illness not let me so much say, am I getting better of my pain? as, am I getting better for it?" Her swweet, winning personality, characterized by humility, with no thought of reward or recognition; her patience in all life's experiences; her faithfulness and devoted giving of self for loved ones; her emphasis upon the "one things needful" the joy she manifested when it was possible for her to worship in the House of God; and above all, her simple childlike and unswerving faith in her Saviour. "the same yesterday, now and forever" is a glorious heritage that she bequeaths to her loved ones and to her Church, exemplifying the eternal truth of "That to them that love God all things work together for good." Peace be unto her memory!

Ther funeral services were held at Immanuel Lutheran Church at 2 p.m. on Thursday, June 9, 1955, with the pastor, Rev. Nels E. Olson, officiating.

Mrs. Norris Johnson presided at the organ and accompanied Misses Betty and Jane Pearson and Donna Peterson who sang.

Edna married Theodore Anderson on 18 Feb 1912 in Grace Lutheran Church, Swedeburg, Saunders County, Nebraska. Theodore was born on 28 Jul 1888 in Nebraska; died on 24 Jan 1967; was buried on 26 Jan 1967 in Grace Lutheran Cemetery, Swedeburg, Saunders County, Nebraska. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Other Events and Attributes:

• 1900 Federal Census: 11 Jun 1900, Richland Precinct, Saunders County, Nebraska
• Confirmation: 8 Apr 1906, Grace Lutheran Church, Swedeburg, Saunders County, Nebraska
• Occupation: Between 1910 and 1920, Farmer
• 1910 Federal Census: 11 May 1910, Richland Precinct, Saunders County, Nebraska
• 1920 Federal Census: 5 Jan 1920, Garfield Precinct, Lancaster County, Nebraska.

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OBITUARY OF CARL R. WALIN

Mr. Carl R. Walin, son of Mrs. Anna Walin and the late C. L. Walin, was born on a farm near Ceresco, Nebr. on September 25, 1890. He was baptised an confirmed in the Lutheran Church at Swedeburg, by the pioneer pastor, Rev. John Torell. He married Miss Judith Torell, January 1, 1913. The young couple engaged in farming for many years until Mrs. Walin's health began to fail and they left the farm in the late twenties and moved to Lincoln where Carl worked as a carpenter.

August 7, 1933, their daughter Ruth passed away at the tender age of fifteen years. Mrs. Walin was seriously ill at that time and passed away June 20th the following year.

Carl and his sone Robert were now alone. The depression of the thirties made living for most city workers, exceedingly difficult, especially for a father with a boy of school age, with no mother to care for the home. Consequently Carl and Robert came to live with sisters in Ceresco and Davey. Mr. Walin has worked in this community the past ten years as a carpenter and painter. People liked his work as well as the wage he asked and soon he was busy all the time.

He was blessed with a pleasing personality and cheerful disposition. He had many trials, but never spoke of them. He bore even the excruciating pain of the last two days of his life without complaining. A year ago he rented a house west of Davey and set up housekeeping. The furniture from the former home in Lincoln was brought together and his mother came to keep house. The arrangements seemed to be ideal and mother as well as son. were very happy.

Carl was a man of strong physical physique and good health. He had experienced no distress or discomfort, but two weeks ago he went to a Lincoln doctor for a checkup to satisfy himself that the slight symptoms of a internal disorder, which he had experienced could be remedied. Upon examination the ailment was found to be ???and he submitted to an operation at Lincoln General hospital on Friday, December 13. At first the process of recovery was normal, but suddenly there was a change for the worse and he passed away Tuesday morning December 17 at the age of 56 years, 2 months and 21 days.

He is deeply mourned by his son, Robert of Laurel, Miss.; his mother, Mrs. Anna Walin; five sisters: Mrs. Theo Anderson; Mrs. Henry Heiser, Mrs. Herbert Nelson, Mrs. Wm. Widman, Mrs. Edward Heiser and one brother, Edward Walin; many other relatives and a host of friends.

Mr. Walin was a member of the First Lutheran church in Lincoln.

Carl married Judith Eleonora Torrell on 1 Jan 1913 in Grace Lutheran Church, Swedeburg, Saunders County, Nebraska. Judith (daughter of John Anderson Torrell and Anna Hakanson) was born on 24 Aug 1888 in Nebraska; died on 20 Jun 1934 in At her home, Lincoln, Lancaster County, Nebraska. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Other Events and Attributes:

• Baptism: 2 Nov 1894, Grace Lutheran Church, Swedeburg, Saunders County, Nebraska
• 1900 Federal Census: 11 Jun 1900, Richland Precinct, Saunders County, Nebraska
• Occupation: 1910, Farmer
• Confirmation: 10 Apr 1910
• 1910 Federal Census: 11 May 1910, Richland Precinct, Saunders County, Nebraska

Notes:

WAHOO DEMOCRAT - SEPTEMBER 4, 1919

CERESCO NEWS

A serious accident happened at the C. L. Walin farm last Monday when Arthur and Alvin were plowing. Alvin was turning the corner and we suppose a tug came unfastened and he got off to fix it, when a horse kicked him rendering him unconsciousr sometime. We hope for his speedy recovery.

THE CERESCO COURIER- SEPTEMBER 11, 1919

OBITUARY

Alvin Rutherford Walin was born September 28, 1894, on the old Walin homestead, four and a half miles northwest of Ceresco. He gave to this community the entire period of his life and a host of friends testify to the fact that his life wasll worth while and a real blessing to the community. The source of his exemplary life is to be found in the fact that he was a Christian. Early baptized into the Lutheran Sunday school near Swedeburg, he has been an active member of the Swedebureburg church and more recently in the newly organized Immanuel Lutheran church of Ceresco. Last March, he was united in a holy wedlock with Elvira Brostrom, a confirmation class mate, who together with his parents, five sisters three brothers and a host of relatives and friends are left to mourn his early death. The fatal accident occurred Monday, September 1. Funeral services were held Thursday afternoon, private services at the home at 1:30 p.m. and services at the church at 2:30 p.m. Rev. C.O. Granlund was in charge, being assisted by Rev. A. T. Seashore, president of the Luther college, Wahoo. Interment was made at Swedeburg Lutheran cemetery. May God continue to comfort the sorrowing and may His message of warning through this occasion be an admonition to us, one and all, that we may at all times be prepared in Christ Jesus to meet our God.

THE CERESCO COURIER- SEPTEMBER 11, 1919 & WAHOO WASP - SEPTEMBER 9, 1919

CARD OF THANKS

We desire in this way to express to our many friends our sincere appreciation for the kind and considerate sympathy shown us during our recent bereavement and for the manifestations of that sympathy in the many beautiful floral offerings reced.
Mrs. Alvin Olson
Mr. and Mrs. C. L. Walin and Family
Mr. and Mrs. A. G. Brodd and Family

Alvin married Alvera Adelia Brostrom on 19 Mar 1919. Alvera (daughter of Andrew G. Brostrom and Bothilda) was born on 9 Mar 1895 in Swedeburg, Saunders County, Nebraska; died on 4 May 1982 in Wahoo, Saunders County, Nebraska; was buried on 7 May 1982 in Grace Lutheran Cemetery, Swedeburg, Saunders County, Nebraska. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Other Events and Attributes:

• 1920 Federal Census: Between 25 and 26 Jan 1920, Richland Precinct, Saunders County, Nebraska
• Baptism: 17 Sep 1896
• 1900 Federal Census: 11 Jun 1900, Richland Precinct, Saunders County, Nebraska
• 1910 Federal Census: 11 May 1910, Richland Precinct, Saunders County, Nebraska
• Confirmation: 16 Jun 1912
• 1930 Federal Census: 2 Apr 1930, Little Salt Precinct, Lancaster County, Nebraska

Notes:

WAHOO NEWSPAPER - JUNE 1, 1995

ESTHER V. NELSON

Esther V. Nelson, 98, of rural Davey, died Thursday, May 25, 1995 at the Saunders County Community Hospital in Wahoo.
Ms. Nelson was born August 20, 1896 in Saunders County. She was a charter member of the Immanuel Lutheran Church in Ceresco.
Survivors include a son and daughter-in-law, Laurel and Rose Nelson of Davey; sister, Mrs. Henry Heiser of Lincoln, two grandchildren; six great-grandchildren.
Funeral services were held Saturday, May 29, 1995 at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Ceresco. Pastor Richard Woolard officiated. Burial took place at the Swedeburg Lutheran Cemetery, rural Wahoo. Pall bearers were Gary W. Nelson, Stacey W. Nelsonavid Stark, Leonard Palm, Paul Heiser, Harvey Wegeman.
Memorials to Immanuel Lutheran Church in Ceresco.
Arrangements by Nelson Funeral Home in Ceresco.

Esther married Herbert William Nelson on 16 May 1923. Herbert was born on 13 Jun 1889 in Holyoke, Colorado; died on 27 Dec 1967 in Lincoln, Lancaster County, Nebraska; was buried on 30 Dec 1967 in Grace Lutheran Cemetery, Swedeburg, Saunders County, Nebraska. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Other Events and Attributes:

• 1920 Federal Census: Between 25 and 26 Jan 1920, Richland Precinct, Saunders County, Nebraska
• Baptism: 19 Mar 1899, Grace Lutheran Church, Swedeburg, Saunders County, Nebraska
• 1900 Federal Census: 11 Jun 1900, Richland Precinct, Saunders County, Nebraska
• 1910 Federal Census: 11 May 1910, Richland Precinct, Saunders County, Nebraska
• Confirmation: 9 May 1915
• Occupation: 1920, Farmer

Notes:

WAHOO WASP - JUNE 20, 1929

FARMER TAKE HIS OWN LIFE TUESDAY MORNING

BODY OF ARTHUR WALIN FOUND HANGING IN BARN

OVERWORK AND ILL HEALTH LED CERESCO MAN TO TAKE LIFE

Overworked by his attempt to farm 240 acres without help and ill health led Arthur Walin, 29, farmer of Ceresco to take his own life early Tuesday morning, according to Sheriff's officers.
Walin's body was found hanging in a rafter in his barn at 7 o'clock Tuesday morning by his wife Christiana, when she went to tell her husband breakfast was ready. He rose early Tuesday morning and went to the barn to do the chores, his wifd officers.
She summoned Dr. Noyes of Ceresco. When he arrived, he pronounced Walin dead and notified Sheriff Hensell. Walin had been dead several hours, Dr. Noyes said.
In addition to his wife, Walin leaves a 2-year old child, his father and mother, five sisters and two brothers all living in Lancaster County. The body was removed to the C. E. Ericson mortuary at Wahoo.

ARTHUR LAWRENCE WALIN - NEWSPAPER AND DATE UNKNOWN

Mr. Arthur Lawrence Walin was born at Ceresco, Nebr. February 10, 1899. He became a charter member of the Immanuel Lutheran Church, when it was organized just ten years ago, and has been a faithful member of said church until his death.

On February 23, 1927, he married Miss Christiana Heiser, and from that time Mr. and Mrs. Walin have made their home four miles south-west of Ceresco. A baby boy was born to them February 1, 1928.Our departed friend has always lived a consistent Christian life. He has loved and used the word of God faithfully.

Of late his health has failed, and his suffering has been far greater than we can realize. During these weeks his good wife stood by his side and strengthened and comforted him with the word of God.

Mr. Walin passed away Tuesday morning, June 18, 1929, at the age of 30 years, 4 months and 7 days. He leaves to mourn his departure the widow, Mrs. Arthur Walin and little Stanley Leroy; the parents, Mr. and Mrs. C. L. Walin, the grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. A. G. Brodd; brothers, Carl and Edward; sisters, Mrs. Theo Anderson, Mrs. Herbert Nelson, Mrs. Henry Heiser, Mrs. Willie Widman, Mrs. Edward Heiser, and many other relatives and a host of friends.

Funeral services wer conducted from the C. L. Walin home at 2:00 o'clock and from the Lutheran church at 2:30 o'clock Thursday afternoon, when Rev. Peterson spoke on these words from Psalm 39:13 - "Oh, spare me that I may recover strength, before I go hence and be no more."

The pallbearers were Herman Walin, Martin Trued, Clemens Brodd, Herbert Brodd, Harold Brodd, and Herman Pearson. Burial was made in the Swedeburg Lutheran Cemetery.

May God sustain and comfort the bereaved and guide them in His wisdom and love, to the end that they "may be strong to applaud with all the saints what is the breadth and the length and depth and to know the love of Christ which passeth knowledge that you may be ??? until all the fullness of God."

Arthur married Christiana Heiser on 23 Feb 1927 in Immanuel Lutheran Church, Ceresco, Saunders County, Nebraska. Christiana (daughter of Heindrich (Henry) Heiser and Christiana M. Hagg) was born on 23 Apr 1906; died on 12 Aug 1981; was buried in Williamette Memorial Park, Albany, Linn County, Oregon. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Other Events and Attributes:

• 1920 Federal Census: Between 25 and 26 Jan 1920, Richland Precinct, Saunders County, Nebraska
• Baptism: 14 Apr 1901
• 1910 Federal Census: 11 May 1910, Richland Precinct, Saunders County, Nebraska
• Confirmation: 13 May 1917
• 1930 Federal Census: 2 Apr 1930, Little Salt Precinct, Lancaster County, Nebraska

Notes:

LINCOLN JOURNAL STAR - MAY 2001

Heiser - Norma I., 100, Ceresco, widow of Henry F. G., died Monday (4/30/01) in Wahoo. Born, Ceresco (3/13/1901) to Cales L. and Anna M. (Brodd) Walin. Attended Luther College Academy, Wahoo. Homemaker. Charter member, Immanuel Lutheran Chu, Ceresco.
Survivors: sons, daughters-in-law, Paul H. and Norma E., Ceresco, James L. and Carlene, McMinnville, Ore.; four grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; nieces; nephews.
Memorial services: 11 a.m. Saturday, Immanuel Lutheran Church, Ceresco. The Rev. Fred Meuter. Interment: 10 a.m. Saturday, Lincoln Memorial Park. Family and friends meet at 9:45 a.m. at Gate 2. Visitation: 2-8 p.m. Friday, Nelson Funeral Homeeresco. Prayer service: 7 p.m. Friday, funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorials to Bethphage Mission.

Norma married Henry (Hank) Frederich Gotlab Heiser on 21 Dec 1927 in The Walin Family Farm Home, Northwest of Ceresco, Saunders County, Nebraska. Henry (son of Heindrich (Henry) Heiser and Christiana M. Hagg) was born on 8 Dec 1904 in Rural Valparaiso, Saunders County, Nebraska; died on 13 May 1986 in Lincoln, Lancaster County, Nebraska; was buried on 16 May 1986 in Lincoln Memorial Park, Lincoln, Lancaster County, Nebraska. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Other Events and Attributes:

• 1920 Federal Census: Between 25 and 26 Jan 1920, Richland Precinct, Saunders County, Nebraska
• Baptism: 17 May 1903, Grace Lutheran Church, Swedeburg, Saunders County, Nebraska
• 1910 Federal Census: 11 May 1910, Richland Precinct, Saunders County, Nebraska
• Confirmation: 13 May 1917, Grace Lutheran Church, Swedeburg, Saunders County, Nebraska
• 1930 Federal Census: 8 Apr 1930, Marietta Precinct, Saunders County, Nebraska

Notes:

LINCOLN STAR - FEBRUARY 10, 1975
LINCOLN EVENING JOURNAL - FEBRUARY 10, 1975

WIDMAN - Mrs. William (Pauline) V., 71, Mead, died Sunday. Survivors: husband, daughters, Mrs. Vern (Marion) Brokaw, Everett, Wash., Mrs. Robert (Viola) Scoles, Mead; brother, Edward Walin, Lincoln; sisters, Mrs. Esther Nelson, Ceresco, Mrs.ry (Norma) Heiser, Lincoln, Mrs. Althea Heiser, Fairview, Mont.; six grandchildren; great grandchild.
Services: 10 a.m. Wednesday, Alma Lutheran Church, Mead. The Rev. Keith M. McKay. Sunrise Cemetery, Wahoo. Prayer Service - 7:30 p.m. Tuesday. Ericson's-Hult Funeral Home, Wahoo.

THE LINCOLN STAR - FEBRUARY 12, 1975

WIDMAN - Mrs. William (Pauline) V., 71, Mead, died Sunday.
Services: 10 a.m. Wednesday, Alma Lutheran Church, Mead. Sunrise Cemetery, Wahoo. Ericson's-Hult Funeral Home, Wahoo.

Pauline married Willie (William) Widman on 2 Feb 1923. Willie was born on 3 Mar 1901 in Nebraska; died on 24 Mar 1982; was buried in Sunrise Cemetery, Wahoo, Saunders County, Nebraska. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Other Events and Attributes:

• 1920 Federal Census: Between 25 and 26 Jan 1920, Richland Precinct, Saunders County, Nebraska
• 1910 Federal Census: 11 May 1910, Richland Precinct, Saunders County, Nebraska

Notes:

Althea and Ed were part of a triple wedding with: Ed's sister Sophia Heiser and Elmer Pearson, Althea's brother Arthur Walin and Ed's sister Christina Heiser.

Althea married Edward Richard Heiser on 23 Feb 1927 in Immanuel Lutheran Church, Ceresco, Nebraska. Edward was born on 25 Feb 1901; died on 9 Nov 1971 in Fairview, Montana; was buried on 13 Nov 1971 in Grace Lutheran Cemetery, Swedeburg, Saunders County, Nebraska. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Other Events and Attributes:

• 1920 Federal Census: Between 25 and 26 Jan 1920, Richland Precinct, Saunders County, Nebraska
• 1910 Federal Census: 11 May 1910, Richland Precinct, Saunders County, Nebraska
• Occupation: 1930, Farmer
• 1930 Federal Census: 4 Apr 1930, Richland Precinct, Saunders County, Nebraska

Notes:

WAHOO NEWSPAPER - AUGUST 11, 1977

EDWARD R. WALIN RITES SATURDAY

Funeral services for Edward R. Walin, 70, were held Saturday, August 6, 1977 at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Ceresco with Rev. Harold E. Hamilton officiating.
Assisting in the service was soloist Irvin L. Pearson, accompanied by organist Mrs. Leonard Palm.
Walin was born Sept. 9, 1907 and died August 3, 1977.
Casket bearers were: Milton Anderson, Paul Heiser, Glenn Larson, Laurel Nelson, Leonard Palm and Robert Scoles. Internment was in Swedeburg Lutheran Church with Nelson Funeral Home in charge.

Other Events and Attributes:

• 1920 Federal Census: Between 16 and 17 Jan 1920, Canada Precinct, Polk County, Nebraska
• 1900 Federal Census: 4 Jun 1900, Omaha, Douglas County, Nebraska
• 1910 Federal Census: 28 Apr 1910, Canada Precinct, Polk County, Nebraska

Notes:

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AURORA SELMINA: Born June 25, 1899. Grew up on the farm and attended several schools, graduating high school at Osceola as preliminary to a teaching career. She taught school for two years, then worked in Omaha for a while, but due to bad health (from which she later recovered) had to forego any further teaching. Like her mother she has enjoyed sewing and she has helped her parents at home for many years and also other people (including writer

Other Events and Attributes:

• 1910 Federal Census: 28 Apr 1910, Canada Precinct, Polk County, Nebraska

Notes:

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SIGURD BERNT FABIAN: Born May 28, 1901. Destined as a youth to become a world-famous violinist, but ran into competition with a buggy wheel which abruptly halted the doting career. On observing the buggy wheel rating more of the practice hour than the violin, his dad cryptically remarked:

Sigurd married Winnie Widga on 12 Jun 1924. Winnie was born in Stromsburg, Nebraska. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Other Events and Attributes:

• 1920 Federal Census: Between 16 and 17 Jan 1920, Canada Precinct, Polk County, Nebraska
• 1910 Federal Census: 28 Apr 1910, Canada Precinct, Polk County, Nebraska
• 1930 Federal Census: 16 Apr 1930, Canada Precinct, Polk County, Nebraska. Recorded as Margit I.

Notes:

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MARGIT MATILDA: Born Nov. 30, 1903. Became crippled from a fall down a stairway at her grandparents

Other Events and Attributes:

• 1920 Federal Census: Between 16 and 17 Jan 1920, Canada Precinct, Polk County, Nebraska
• 1910 Federal Census: 28 Apr 1910, Canada Precinct, Polk County, Nebraska

Notes:

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ENOCH ELDRED: Born Feb. 1906. Graduated from high school and worked in various occupations including grocery stores and Farmer

Other Events and Attributes:

• 1920 Federal Census: Between 16 and 17 Jan 1920, Canada Precinct, Polk County, Nebraska
• 1910 Federal Census: 28 Apr 1910, Canada Precinct, Polk County, Nebraska

Notes:

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THEOLINA ELIZABETH: Born July 23, 1908. Finished high school in Osceola, then continued studies at Augustana College, (Rock Island, Ill.) where she devoted much of her attention to art. She evinced much interest in this subject and she became Mrs. Henry Krogh on Sept. 10, 1932. Henry (of Danish extraction) operates a service station and shop in Omaha, Nebr., where they reside. They are members of Lutheran Church there. They have two children: Janet, born Feb. 9, 1941, who is a very smart girl and loves all sorts of old things and antiques, and Gordon, born Jan. 6, 1946.

S. Clarence Trued, Author - Published 1953

Theolina married Henry Krogh on 10 Sep 1932. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

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ELMO ANDERS TRUED: Born Oct. 6, 1911. Died Feb. 1912.

S. Clarence Trued, Author - Published 1953

Other Events and Attributes:

• Baptism: 29 Nov 1911, China

Notes:

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ELEONORA: Born Nov. 12, 1910 in Kiahsien, Honan Province, China, and received her early education there. Attended Luther College, and graduated from high school in Stromsburg, Nebr., after which she enrolled at York College of York, Nebr. She iis gifted in music like her mother, and was choir director and organist at the Stromsburg church.In 1945 she married Dr. Walter Fahrer who had completed graduate work for his Ph. D. degree at Iowa University in languages (German) and who had helld teaching positions at several institutions of learning. At present he is professor of languages at Bethany College, Lindsborg, Kansas, where the family resides. They have two children: Norman Dean, born Feb. 9, 1946 and Walfred John, born June 23, 1948, both very energetic.

S. Clarence Trued, Author - Published 1953

Eleonora married Walter Fahrer on 22 May 1945 in Douglas County, Nebraska. Walter was born on 26 Mar 1906; died on 27 Sep 1960; was buried in Elmwood Cemetery, McPherson County, Kansas. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Other Events and Attributes:

• Baptism: 21 Feb 1914, China

Notes:

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CONSTANTINE: Born Feb. 11, 1914 at Kiahsien, Honan Province, China. Spent most of his life until 1927 in China. Attended American school at Kikungsha, Honan, China; grade school at Ceresco, Nebr.; high school at Stromsburg, Nebr.; York Collegee, York, Nebr.; Augustana College, Rock Island, Ill. (B.A.); Augustana Seminary, (B. D.) Rock Island, Ill; graduate work at the University of Chicago, Chicago, Ill. Sang with the Augustana Choir three years. Male quartette two years, directed the Seminary Chorus one year. Pastor at Granville, Ill., 1940-1943, serving the Granville, Utica and Putnam parish. Pastor at Salem Lutheran Church, Chicago, Ill., six years to 1949. At present pastor of Gustavus Adolphus Lutheran Church, St. Paulul, Minn. He married Dorothy Berquist of Minneapolis Oct. 23, 1940, whose special gifts and vivacious personality have stamped her as a leader among the church young people of that city. They have two children: Kathleen Susan, born March 11, 1943 and Marcia Louise, born Nov. 19, 1945, both born in Illinois.
Late word is that the family is moving to a new church in Detroit.

S. Clarence Trued, Author - Published 1953

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Rev. married Dorothy Lydia Berquist on 23 Oct 1940. Dorothy was born on 12 Sep 1916 in Minneapolis, Minnesota; died on 26 Jul 1987; was buried in Grace Lutheran Church, Swedeburg, Saunders County, Nebraska. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Other Events and Attributes:

• 1920 Federal Census: Between 26 and 27 Mar 1920, Rock Creek Precinct, Saunders County, Nebraska
• 1910 Federal Census: 4 May 1910, Oak Creek Precinct, Saunders County, Nebraska
• 1930 Federal Census: 18 Apr 1930, Rockford Township, Winnebago County, Illinois

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CLARENCE HAROLD (Anderzon): Born March 13, 1898. Made slight change in last name the better to identify himself in the ministry. Was raised on farm in Nebr., where he finished grade school. Next, he attended Gustavus Adolphus Academy, St. Peter, Minn., Central High in Minneapolis, and graduated from Minnesota College, in Minneapolis in 1916. Entered Augustana College, next fall, enlisted and served with 33rd Div., in WWI in early 1917, participating in St. Mehiel and Argonne offensives as artillery sergeant. Resumed studies at Aug. College, graduating (B. A.), then entering Aug. Seminary, graduating (B. D.) in 1925. Married Rosa Erickson of Erie, Pa., a student at Aug. College, a girl with much talent and a radiant personality. Accepted call to DuBois, Pa., then moved to Tabor Lutheran Church of Rockford, Ill., where he still serves. After 20 years he has raised the membership from a tiny mission to over 800 souls. As a reserve officer in the army, he was called back in WW2, where he served as chaplain until his wife

Family/Spouse: Elsie Johnson. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Clarence married Rosa Erickson about 1925. Rosa was born about 1904 in Pennsylvania; died in 1947. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Other Events and Attributes:

• 1930 Federal Census: Between 23 and 24 Apr 1930, Wheat Ridge, Jefferson County, Colorado
• 1920 Federal Census: Between 26 and 27 Mar 1920, Rock Creek Precinct, Saunders County, Nebraska
• 1910 Federal Census: 4 May 1910, Oak Creek Precinct, Saunders County, Nebraska

Notes:

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THERESA BERNADINE: Born Dec. 23, 1899 and grew up on farm near Touhy, Nebr., where she went to school. After graduating from high school she engaged in teaching for several years, later serving as nurse in a Denver hospital following WWI. She married George Ellenberger, a patient who had been disabled in the war. After he recovered a degree of health, they worked hard at farming and dairying, later raising sheep. At present, they are in semi-retirement and living in the environs of Denver; however, Therese is following some work at St. Anthony

Family/Spouse: George M. Ellenberger. George was born about 1895 in Nebraska. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Other Events and Attributes:

• 1920 Federal Census: Between 26 and 27 Mar 1920, Rock Creek Precinct, Saunders County, Nebraska
• 1910 Federal Census: 4 May 1910, Oak Creek Precinct, Saunders County, Nebraska

Notes:

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CLIFFORD RAYMOND: Born April 17, 1905. Acquired early schooling in Nebraska, but remained with parents on the farm and fought it out with the horses, cows, plows, tractors and cultivators until he came of age. He approached his father in physical dimensions, brawn and muscular skill and could easily have become a heavy-weight boxer had he continued training in this field. He worked sporadically in Lincoln, Denver and Omaha, then married Sylvia Docekal of Wahoo, Nebr., who is of Bohemian extraction. She has proved an excellent wife and home manager. They are members of the Lutheran church. Cliff works in a factory in Rockford, Ill.

S. Clarence Trued, Author - Published 1953

Family/Spouse: Sylvia Docekal. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Other Events and Attributes:

• 1930 Federal Census: Between 23 and 24 Apr 1930, Wheat Ridge, Jefferson County, Colorado. Living with George and Theresa.
• 1920 Federal Census: Between 26 and 27 Mar 1920, Rock Creek Precinct, Saunders County, Nebraska
• 1910 Federal Census: 4 May 1910, Oak Creek Precinct, Saunders County, Nebraska

Notes:

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VIOLET RUTH: Born July 13, 1907. In addition to high school she took extensive training in voice at Lutheran College, and privately with Mildred Kiffin, renowned American contralto. Her voice has exceptionally fine timbre and her singing shows i import and sincerity, probably inherited from her great grandmother Elsie. Has appeared in numerous recitals and has been soloist in many churches, participating in many of the great oratorios such as the Messiah, and the B minor Mass. She lives with her folks in Rockford, Ill., and belongs to her brother

Other Events and Attributes:

• 1930 Federal Census: Between 22 Apr and 4 May 1930, Harrison, Greeley County, Kansas
• 1920 Federal Census: 21 Jan 1920, Ceresco, Saunders County, Nebraska

Notes:

Lawrence, Clifton and Donald were all ordained from Rock Island, Ill on the same day.

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LAWRENCE KENNETH: Born Dec. 27, 1913 on farm by Ceresco, Nebr. Moved to Tribune, Kansas with family, where he worked hard in the wheat fields. During depression in 30

Lawrence married Wanda Louise Robinson on 23 Mar 1941. Wanda was born on 12 Jan 1923 in Tribune, Greeley County, Kansas; died on 30 Mar 1969 in Mansfield, De Soto, LA; was buried in Greeley County Cemetery, Tribune, Kansas. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Other Events and Attributes:

• 1930 Federal Census: Between 22 Apr and 5 May 1930, Harrison, Greeley County, Kansas
• 1920 Federal Census: 21 Jan 1920, Ceresco, Saunders County, Nebraska

Notes:

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STANLEY TEOFIL: Born April 4, 1916. Grew up in Kansas and worked on the farm and with cows. Graduated from high school in Tribune. Raised wheat with the other boys but through an injury by a tractor had to seek other employment. He excelled in athletics. Married Arlene Downing of Tribune, Kansas in 1940, later moving to Oakland, Calif., where he holds position in the Refrigeration Dept. at Sear Roebuck & Co. They are members of the Lutheran church in Berkeley, Calif. They have two children: Susan Elaine, born March 1, 1949; and Patricia Ann, born May 16, 1952.

S. Clarence Trued, Author - Published 1953

Family/Spouse: Arlene Downing. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Other Events and Attributes:

• 1930 Federal Census: Between 22 Apr and 5 May 1930, Harrison, Greeley County, Kansas
• 1920 Federal Census: 21 Jan 1920, Ceresco, Saunders County, Nebraska

Notes:

Wallace Augustine Trued, Tribune, Kansas is among the KU faculty, students and staff whose names are inscribed on the University of Kansas World War II Memorial Campanile and Carillon. "These who died in World War II live forever on Mt. Oread."

THE TRUED FAMILY IN THE U.S.A.

WALLACE AUGUSTINE: born July 23, 1918. Graduated from high school at Tribune. Worked on farm with other boys. He enlisted in the Marines at the beginning of WW2 and trained as an air cadet in California and Arizona. He graduated as a lieutenant and as combat pilot of twin-engine aircraft. He was tragically killed in a crash during maneuvers about the time he was to be shipped overseas. He married Lila Harrington of Tribune, Kansas shortly before he was killed. Belonged to Lutheran church.

S. Clarence Trued, Author - Published 1953

Family/Spouse: Lila Leah Harrington. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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

Other Events and Attributes:

• 1930 Federal Census: Between 22 Apr and 5 May 1930, Harrison, Greeley County, Kansas

Notes:

THE TRUED FAMILY IN THE U.S.A.

MERLYN NELSON: born Dec. 23, 1922. Graduated from high school in Tribune, Kansas. Worked for a short time in Topeka for his Uncle Mart in egg-drying factory, then joined the U. S. Marines, where he took cadet training for pilots, like his brother Wallace. Was commissioned a lieutenant and became instructor in flying for the Corps. Was sent to the Pacific theatre of war and while there advanced to 1st lieutenant. Returned and attended Oregon Uni., where he graduated with high honors (one of three highest) and was awarded the Phi Beta Kappa. Won scholarship in diplomatic sciences at Virginia Uni., where he received his M. A. degree and has completed work for his Ph. D. He married Josephine Schaefer (Jo) of Topeka, Kan., and they will live in Washington, D. C. They have two children: Michael Eugene, born July 28, 1945; and Sally Jo, born Feb. 15, 1949. Lutherans. He is a major in the Marine reserves.
S. Clarence Trued, Author - Published 1953

THE LINCOLN STAR - APRIL 19, 1965

LBJ Names "Little Cabinet" Men

JOHNSON CITY, Tex. (UPI) - President Johnson chose Joseph W. Barr of Indianapolis, Ind. Sunday to be undersecretary of the treasury. Barr is a former House member who has been chairman of the Federal Deposit Insurance Corp. since Jan. 23, 196
To be assistant of the treasury for international aaffairs, the president announced his selection of Merlyn N. Trued of Ridgewood, N.J. Trued has been deputy assistant secretary since February 1963, and acting assistant secretary since last Ober.
In another "little cabinet" appointment, Johnson picked Anthony M Solomon, now deputy assistant secretary of state for economic policy to be assistant secretary for economic affairs.
The President announced also the names of new ambassadors to the Netherlands, Uruguay, Jamaica and Morroco and a new minister to Bulgaria.

American Men & Women of Science. A biographical directory of today's leaders in physical, biological, and related sciences. 12th edition, Social & Behavioral Sciences. Two volumes. New York: R.R. Bowker, 1973.
The Blue Book. Leaders of the English-speaking world. 1976 edition. New York: St. Martin's Press, .
Who's Who in America. 38th edition, 1974-1975. Wilmette, IL: Marquis Who's Who, 1974.
Who's Who in America. 39th edition, 1976-1977. Wilmette, IL: Marquis Who's Who, 1976.
Who's Who in Finance and Industry. 18th edition, 1974-1975. Wilmette, IL: Marquis Who's Who, 1974.
Who's Who in Finance and Industry. 19th edition, 1975-1976. Wilmette, IL: Marquis Who's Who, 1975.
Who's Who in Finance and Industry. 20th edition, 1977-1978. Wilmette, IL: Marquis Who's Who, 1977.
Who's Who in Government. First edition, 1972-1973. Chicago: Marquis Who's Who, 1972.
Who's Who in Government. Second edition, 1975-1976. Chicago: Marquis Who's Who, 1975.

THE WASHINGTON POST - February 15, 1998

MERLYN NELSON TRUED -- International Banker

Merlyn Nelson Trued, 75, a retired international banker and financier who during the 1960s was assistant secretary of the treasury for international affairs, died of complications from pneumonia Feb. 13 at a hospital in Hanover, N.H.
Mr. Trued, who lived in Washington, was visiting relatives in New Hampshire when he was stricken.
He also had served as chief financial officer of the Inter-American Development Bank from 1970 to 1976.
Before his 1961 appointment to the Treasury Department, he had been a vice president of the Federal Reserve Bank of New York and financial manager of an engineering firm in Saigon.
After five years with the Treasury Department, he left in 1966 to become senior vice president for international affairs with the Central National Bank in Cleveland.
He was chairman and chief executive officer of a commercial bank in Detroit from 1976 to 1978 and director of the Bermuda Monetary Authority in Hamilton, Bermuda, for four years until his retirement in 1983.
Mr. Trued was born in Ceresco, Neb., and graduated from the University of Oregon. He received a master's degree in international affairs and a doctorate in international finance from the University of Virginia.
His marriage to Josephine Schafer Trued ended in divorce.
Survivors include two children, Michael E., of Springfield, and Sally J. Trued of Hanover; two brothers; and seven grandchildren.

Family/Spouse: Judith Ann Nelson. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: Josephine Elizabeth Schafer. Josephine was born on 16 Mar 1924 in Perry, Kansas; died on 17 Jul 2011 in New York; was buried in Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, Virginia. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Other Events and Attributes:

• 1930 Federal Census: Between 22 Apr and 5 May 1930, Harrison Township, Greeley County, Kansas

Notes:

Greeley County, Kansas World War II Army Enlistment Records

TRUED DONALD E11 JAN 1943 PVT

THE TRUED FAMILY IN THE U.S.A.

DONALD EDWARD: born April 20, 1925. Graduated from high school in Tribune, Kansas and after a time on the farm he enlisted in the U. S. Army, serving in the Signal Corp and in communications, radar, etc. When war ended he went to Seattle where h he attended Lutheran Bible Institute and where he graduated at the same time as his other brothers in 1948. Attended Bethany College, receiving his B. A. degree in 1951. Is a second year man at Aug. Lutheran Seminary at present with Lawrence and Clifton. Has served the Tribune parish as student pastor. Married Ruth Duell June 1, 1953, of Ruleton, Kansas.

S. Clarence Trued, Author - Published 1953

Lawrence, Clifton and Donald were all ordained from Rock Island, Ill on the same day

BETHANY NEWS - May 8, 2006

BETHANY COLLEGE TO HONOR ALUMNI WITH AWARD OF MERIT

LINDSBORG, KAN.

Donald married Living [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Other Events and Attributes:

• 1920 Federal Census: Between 13 and 14 Jan 1920, Trenton Township, Pierce County, Wisconsin
• Baptism: 23 Jun 1912, Lawrence, Kansas
• 1930 Federal Census: 3 Apr 1930, Kirkland Village, Franklin Township, Dekalb County, Illinois

Notes:

THE TRUED FAMILY IN THE U.S.A.

PHILLIP: Born May 22, 1912. Graduated from high school, then entered Augustana College He sang in many of the school choral organizations and has distinct musical gifts. Directed many young people groups in churches where he served as student papastor. After receiving his B. A. degree from Augustana he sought work on the east coast and chose not to follow the ministry. Married Eva Cunningham of Stanford, Fla., Sept. 1942. Enlisted in the U. S. Navy and served on warships throughout WW2. Works for Veterans Administration at St. Petersburg, Fla., and has been active in organizing the Redeemer Lutheran Church. He helps with the choir and is a Deacon and Sunday School Superintendent. They have one child: David, born Feb. 26, 1946.

S. Clarence Trued, Author - Published 1953

ST PETERSBURG TIMES - OCTOBER 24, 1998

TRUED, PHILIP L.

TRUED, PHILIP L., 86, St. Petersburg, died Thursday (Oct. 22, 1998) at Hospice Woodside, Pinellas Park. Born in Lawrence, Kan. he came here in 1967 from Sanford. He was a field director of the National Red Cross for 31 years and was a member of American Red Cross Retirees. He was a 1935 graduate of Augustina University of Rock Island, Ill. Locally, he was the last surviving charter member of Redeemer Lutheran Church. During World War II, he served in the Navy. Survivors include his wife of 56 years, Eva C.; a son, C. David, Newnan, Ga.; a daughter, Kay Marlene Jones, Seminole; a brother, LaVern, Sanford; a sister, Leona Bivens, Madera, Calif.; and a granddaughter, Rebecca Meeks, Moore, S.C. R. Lee Williams & Son Funeral Home & Crematory, 49th St. N Chapel, St. Petersburg.

Philip married Eva Cunningham about 1942. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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

Other Events and Attributes:

• 1920 Federal Census: Between 13 and 14 Jan 1920, Trenton Township, Pierce County, Wisconsin
• 1930 Federal Census: 3 Apr 1930, Kirkland Village, Franklin Township, Dekalb County, Illinois

Notes:

THE TRUED FAMILY IN THE U.S.A.

LAVERNE: Born Dec. 29, 1918. Graduated from high school, then worked for his Uncle Carl in wheat and sheep ranching operations in Kansas, mostly driving tractors. He enlisted in the U. S. Army during WW2 and served with General Patton

Lavern married Marjorie Bos in Mar 1951. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Other Events and Attributes:

• 1920 Federal Census: Between 13 and 14 Jan 1920, Trenton Township, Pierce County, Wisconsin
• 1930 Federal Census: 3 Apr 1930, Kirkland Village, Franklin Township, Dekalb County, Illinois

Notes:

THE TRUED FAMILY IN THE U.S.A.

PAUL: Born July 12, 1920. Was ill with bronchial condition for several years but recovered and graduated from high school in Tribune, Kansas. Was interested in electronics and radio and when WW2 came he enlisted in the U. S. Army where he served as instructor in these subjects. Became a sergeant. He married Erma Schroeder of Arconville, Ill., in June 1944. Works in the radar division of Western Electric Co., at Winston-Salem, N. C. He also serves as organist in the Lutheran church, where he spent hundreds of hours and vacation time building an electronic organ, which the city claims is superior to most national makes. He has been highly commended for this skill and his devotion to the Lord. It is called

Paul married Erma Schroeder in Jun 1944. Erma was born in 1919; died on 18 Dec 1974 in Dallas County, Texas; was buried in Restland Memorial Park, Dallas, Dallas County, Texas. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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

Living married Living [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Other Events and Attributes:

• 1930 Federal Census: 8 Apr 1930, Denver City, Denver County, Colorado

Notes:

THE TRUED FAMILY IN THE U.S.A.

ROBERT DUCRET: (Ducret from friends in France) born April 1, 1920 in Sioux City, Iowa. Graduated from Jr. High in Denver; Sr. High in Pasadena, Calif.; Jr. College at Pasadena City College. Studied piano from mother since 6. Traveled considerably during adolescence, once to Nova Scotia. Worked as precision machinist before WW2, then enlisted in U. S. Air Corps. Became cadet and was commissioned lieutenant. Trained in California, Arizona and Florida. Flew P-40

Robert married Diane Brown on 23 Apr 1950. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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

Notes:

FIND A GRAVE

Alvina is buried in an unmarked grave with her grandparents Swan and Kjersti Pearson, their graves are also unmarked, near the East fence. Alvina's parents were Harry Samuel Pearson and Clara Augusta (Walin) Pearson.

Other Events and Attributes:

• 1920 Federal Census: Between 25 and 26 Jan 1920, Ceresco Village, Richland Precinct, Saunders County, Nebraska
• Baptism: 6 Jan 1915, Grace Lutheran Church, Swedeburg, Saunders County, Nebraska
• Confirmation: 19 May 1929, Grace Lutheran Church, Swedeburg, Saunders County, Nebraska
• 1930 Federal Census: 7 Apr 1930, Richland Precinct, Saunders County, Nebraska

Notes:

MIT'S ACCOUNT OF OUR TRIP TO BRODD AND C. L. WALIN AREA IN SWEDEN - 1976

When Agnes and I first went to Sweden in 1973 we had addresses from obituaries only but at that time we did not have enough time to investigate any of these locations. This time we wrote to Agnes' relatives in Stockholm indicating that we didnt to take time to get down to V

Milton married Agnes Veburg on 8 Dec 1942. Agnes was born on 11 May 1918 in Hordville, Nebraska; died on 20 Apr 2012 in Davenport Lutheran Home, Davenport, Iowa; was buried in Fridhem Lutheran Cemetery, Hordville, Howard County, Nebraska. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Other Events and Attributes:

• 1920 Federal Census: Between 25 and 26 Jan 1920, Ceresco Village, Richland Precinct, Saunders County, Nebraska
• Baptism: 21 Jan 1917, Grace Lutheran Church, Swedeburg, Saunders County, Nebraska

Other Events and Attributes:

• Baptism: 7 Mar 1921
• 1930 Federal Census: 7 Apr 1930, Richland Precinct, Saunders County, Nebraska
• Confirmation: 7 Jun 1936

Notes:

OMAHA WORLD HERALD - FEBRUARY 10, 2002

LARSON-Doris E. "Bettie", age 80, Omaha, died 2/6/02. Preceded in death by husband, Glenn Larson; son, Bruce Larson; daughter, Lynn Vercruysse. Survived by son, Pastor Scott Larson, Olean, NY; son-in-law, Dick Vercruysse, Blair; grandchildreniz and Andrea Vercruysse, both of Blair, Todd Vercruysse, Detroit, MI, and Dan Vercruysse, Minneapolis, MN.
FUNERAL SERVICE 10 am Tues. Augustana Lutheran Church, 3647 Lafayette Avenue. Interment Hillcrest. VISITATION 6-8 pm Mon. Roeder Mortuary, 50th and Ames Chapel. In lieu of flowers, Memorials to the Augustana Lutheran Church Scholarship and Astance Fund, 3647 Lafayette Ave., Omaha, NE 68131.

Doris married Glen Clifford Larson on 18 Feb 1944. Glen (son of Arthur Emmanuel Larson and Hulda Josefina Brostrom) was born on 27 Jan 1919; died on 14 Nov 1990. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Other Events and Attributes:

• Baptism: 30 Jan 1924
• 1930 Federal Census: 7 Apr 1930, Richland Precinct, Saunders County, Nebraska
• Confirmation: 10 Oct 1937

Notes:

Margaret was the organist for many years at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Ceresco, Saunders County, Nebraska.

WAHOO NEWSPAPER - JULY 2, 1998

MARGARET PALM

Margaret Jane (Anderson) Palm, 74, of Ceresco, died June 28, at the Tabitha Hospice unit in Lincoln.
She was born November 23, 1923 on a farm northwest of Ceresco to Theodore and Edna (Walin) Anderson.
She was married Aug. 14, 1942 to Leonard N. Palm at Trinity Lutheran Church in Omaha. To this union three daughters and one son were bor
She retired after 44 years as an organist of Immanuel Lutheran Church of Ceresco, where she was a lifelong member. She was also a member of the American Legion Post # Auxiliary of Ceresco and lifetime member of VFW No. 4502 of Wahoo.
She was the accompanist for many local music organizations, an active member of all parent organizations of Ceresco public schools and an avid sports fan.
Survivors include her husband, Leonard Palm of Ceresco; daughters and sons-in-law, Lennice and Roger Dahl of Davey, Kathryn and Ron Tucker of Milford, and Joanne Palm of Lincoln; son and daughter-in-law, Jon and Roxanne Palm of Lincoln; granildren and spouses, Lisa and Bert Qualsett of Fremont, John Tucker of Milford, and Michael, Matthew and Jacob Palm of Lincoln; sister, Bettie Larson; sister-in-law, Agnes (Bettendorf) Anderson of Iowa, Wilma Docekal of Omaha; and Lenore Saxton of Florida; great grandchildren, Jenna Qualsett and Mitchell Tucker; aunt, Norma Heiser of Wahoo; nieces, nephews; and cousins.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Theodore and Edna Anderson; brother, Milton Anderson, and sister, Mildred Anderson.
A memorial service will be held Friday, July 3, at 11 a.m. at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Ceresco.
Memorials in lieu of flowers may be sent to the Immanuel Lutheran Church or Tabitha Hospice, 4720 Randolph, Lincoln, NE 68510.
Lincoln Memorial Funeral Home, Lincoln, in charge of arrangements.

Margaret married Living [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Other Events and Attributes:

• 1920 Federal Census: 5 Jan 1920, Garfield Precinct, Lancaster County, Nebraska.

Notes:

LINCOLN STAR - AUGUST 20, 1933

OBITUARY

RUTH IONE WALIN

Ruth Ione Walin, 15, died in Lincoln, Aug. 7, 1933. Her early childhood was spent on a farm near Lincoln, and she resided in the city since 1929. She graduated from Capitol and Irving junior high school, being always an honor student. She was entrusted by her classmates with high offices and many positions of responsibility. Active in dramatics and all other school activities, she endeared herself to both the faculty and student body of Irving junior high, where she graduated in June 11933. Ruth was confirmed at First Lutheran church in Lincoln,1932. She was an officer of the Camp Fire girls organization of that church. Funeral services were held at First Lutheran church on August 10, and attended by many sorrowful associates, classmates and teachers. Pallbearers were members of her confirmation class. She is survived by her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Carl Walin, and a younger brother, Robert, all of Lincoln.

Robert married Living [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Other Events and Attributes:

• Baptism: 15 May 1920, Grace Lutheran Church, Swedeburg, Saunders County, Nebraska
• 1930 Federal Census: 2 Apr 1930, Richland Precinct, Saunders County, Nebraska
• Confirmation: 14 Oct 1934, Grace Lutheran Church, Swedeburg, Saunders County, Nebraska

Notes:

LINCOLN JOURNAL STAR - SUNDAY, DECEMBER 6, 2009

Johnson, Alvena "Millie"

Alvena "Millie" Johnson, 89, Wahoo, widow of Norris J., died Friday, December 4, 2009 in Wahoo. She was born 4/15/1920 in Wahoo, to Alvin R. and Alvera A. (Brostrom) Walin. Millie worked at Mead Bank, Ceresco Bank, and at Federated Finance in LiLincoln after graduating from Luther Academy in Wahoo and attending Bethany College in Lindsborg, KS for one semester. On 2/27/1946, she married Norris J. Johnson at Swedeburg, Neb.. Millie was bookkeeper at Wahoo Clinic for 15 years, assisted in the Luther College Alumni Office and was organist at both Grace Lutheran and Immanuel Lutheran Churches for many years.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; step-father, Arthur E. Larson; bothers, Archie and Glenn Larson. She is survived by sons, Harvey D. (Trish) Johnson, Seward, Kerry L. Johnson, Lincoln; brother, Rev. Lester Larson, Sequin, Texas; sister-in-law, Helen E. Johnson, Ceresco; granddaughters, Kathryn Johnson, Seattle, Wash., Ann Johnson, St. Paul, Minn.

Funeral Monday, December 14, 11 a.m. Bethlehem Lutheran Church, Wahoo. Visitation Sunday, December 13, 6-8 p.m., funeral home. Interment Swedeburg Lutheran Cemetery. Memorials to the church or Saunders Medical Center Auxiliary. Pruss-Nabity Funeral Home, Wahoo, (402) 443-3128

Anna married Norris Julius Johnson on 27 Feb 1946 in Grace Lutheran Church, Swedeburg, Saunders County, Nebraska. Norris was born on 15 Sep 1911 in Ceresco, Saunders County, Nebraska; died on 11 Nov 1984 in Wahoo, Saunders County, Nebraska; was buried on 14 Nov 1984 in Grace Lutheran Cemetery, Swedeburg, Saunders County, Nebraska. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Living married Living [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Living married Living [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Living married Living [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Living married Living [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Other Events and Attributes:

• 1930 Federal Census: 8 Apr 1930, Marietta Precinct, Saunders County, Nebraska

Family/Spouse: Vern Brokaw. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Other Events and Attributes:

• Baptism: 25 Oct 1923

Other Events and Attributes:

• 1930 Federal Census: 8 Apr 1930, Marietta Precinct, Saunders County, Nebraska

Notes:

WAHOO NEWS JUNE 2002

VIOLA SCOLES

MEAD

Viola married Robert Scoles on 28 Mar 1949 in Alma Lutheran Church, Mead, Saunders County, Nebraska. Robert was born on 22 Jun 1928 in Riverton, Iowa on the family farm; died on 8 Jan 2004 in Omaha, Douglas County, Nebraska; was buried on 10 Jan 2004 in Alma Lutheran Cemetery, Mead, Saunders County, Nebraska. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Living married Living [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]