TAKEN IN THE PRIME OF LIFE
Again the angel of death entered our midst, and this time a beloved one departed this life who lived in the midst of happiness, enjoying all the comforts of life that is bestowed upon those who follow the path designated and wandered by our Lord and Savior, that they will finally see His countenance at the throne of GOD.
A devoted Christian woman, a faithful wife and mother and an esteemed neighbor has gone to her reward. She will be greatly missed by her dear, family; the hands that so tenderly cared for where care was needed, are resting, the lips that so sweetly and lovingly spoke are closed forever, and a chair is vacant in the hope. It seems to be the plan of the all-wise Creator to give us happiness and sorrow, so that we may understand the insignificance of our individual power, and unrestrained submit ourselves into the hands of that great Supreme Power. May God lighten the burden of sorrow for those who feel this great loss.
Malinda Martens, nee Mundt, only child and daughter of Mr. and Mrs. H.P. Mundt of Manning, was born February 25, 1884, in Washington Township, Carroll County. Spent her childhood days on the farm where she so suddenly passed away. She was married to Emil Martens on June 6th, 1906, to which union five children were born, namely: Irene, Earl, Clarence, Vertus, and Dorothy, who, besides the husband and parents mourn the death of the mother. Also many other relatives, neighbors and friends mourn the loss of the esteemed lady, who was noted for her kind and friendly disposition; always a word of cheer came from her lips and a happy smile greeted every one in her surroundings.
On Sunday, July 18, the deceased seemed to be somewhat indisposed in the morning, but followed her usual routine of work in her home, but later complained about pain in her head which became more severe very rapidly. She sent for her husband who was about the place who upon entering the house called a physician immediately. Going down fast she soon lapsed tin a state of coma and when the physician arrived, found that she was beyond hopes and a short time later in the afternoon passed away in slumber.
The sympathy of the whole community is with the bereaved parents, husband and children.
The funeral services were held from the Lutheran church on Wednesday, July 21, the Reverend John M. Ansorge, her pastor, officiating.
The remains were laid to rest in the Hays Township cemetery.
Out of town relatives attending the funeral were: Mr. and Mrs. Charley Woods of Vail, Iowa; Mr. Hans Joenk of Gunton, Iowa; Mr. and Mrs. Bird Milaaf of Charlotte, Ia.; Mr. and Mrs. Charley Mielk, and Mr. and Mrs. Fee Schoenjahn of West Side, Iowa; Mr. and Mrs. Martin Hansen, and Mr. and Mrs. Walter Elward of Austin, Minnesota and Mr. and Mrs. Louie Roenfeldt of Bryant, Iowa.