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Benjamin James Osterloh

Birth	:	13 May 1907 Wolbach, Greeley County, Nebraska, USA
Death	:	15 Jul 1929 Grand Island, Hall County, Nebraska, USA
Burial	:	Hillside Cemetery, Wolbach, Greeley County, USA
Coordinate	:	41.4005089, -98.3921356
Plot	:	Block 7, Lot 55
Description	:	From The Wolbach Messenger, Wolbach, Nebraska, Thursday, July 18, 1929, transcribed by Linda Berney: Bennie Osterloh Dies At G. I. Hospital – Bennie Osterloh died at the General hospital at Grand Island Monday afternoon, following an operation in the treatment of his broken leg which he received in an accident over two weeks ago. The fracture, which was a severe one, was not knitting properly. Bennie came out from under the influence of anesthetic, but his strength did not rally from the shock of the operation and he passed away at about 2:15 p.m. His parents and brother,... Read More	From The Wolbach Messenger, Wolbach, Nebraska, Thursday, July 18, 1929, transcribed by Linda Berney: Bennie Osterloh Dies At G. I. Hospital – Bennie Osterloh died at the General hospital at Grand Island Monday afternoon, following an operation in the treatment of his broken leg which he received in an accident over two weeks ago. The fracture, which was a severe one, was not knitting properly. Bennie came out from under the influence of anesthetic, but his strength did not rally from the shock of the operation and he passed away at about 2:15 p.m. His parents and brother, William and two sisters were with him at the time of his death. The body was brought to Wolbach Monday night. Funeral services are to be held this (Thursday) afternoon at 2:30 o'clock at Trinity Lutheran church. Rev. Philly of Callaway, a former Wolbach minister will conduct the services assisted by Dr. R. A. White. The news of his death comes as a great shock to his many friends here. Although his condition was known to be serious he seemed to be getting along quite well. The deepest sympathy is extended to the family by all in this community. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~ From The Wolbach Messenger, Wolbach, Nebraska, Thursday, July 25, 1929, transcribed by Linda Berney: Obituary of Bennie Osterloh – Benjamin James, son, and youngest child, of Mr. and Mrs. William Osterloh was born, May 13, 1907 and departed this life, July 15, 1929 in the General Hospital, Grand Island, Nebr., aged 22 years, 2 months and 2 days. Bennie was born and grew to manhood in this community; and with the exception of his school days, his life was eagerly and cheerfully devoted to honest toil on his father's farm, four miles north of town. These traits of his life, won for him the kind regards and high esteem of those who knew him. And it is needless to say that the entire community was shocked and saddened by his untimely departure, and to the father and mother, the brother Wm., the sisters, Mrs. Gertie Jensen and Mrs. Lena Switzer, and other relatives who survive, sincerest sympathy is given. Funeral services were conducted on Thursday afternoon, in Trinity Lutheran Church by the Rev. Dr. White who was assisted by the Rev. W. L. Philley, Episcopal clergyman from Callaway, Nebr., and Trinity Church Choir. Rev. Mr. Philley delivered the sermon, and based his remarks on Heb. 9:27. The services were largely attended, and there were many friends and relatives from various other towns in the state and from Kansas. Interment was made in the Hillside Cemetery. The burial service being read by Dr. White and the I.O.O.F. of which Order he was a worthy member and by the Rev. Philley. CARD OF THANKS -- We wish to sincerely thank our many friends, and specially our good neighbors who so kindly, thoughtfully, and helpfully assisted us during the recent illness and death of our beloved son and brother, Bennie. We wish also to express our gratitude for the beautiful floral offerings, and are especially grateful for the many kindnesses rendered by members of the Odd Fellow, Rebekah and Royal Neighbor lodges. Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Osterloh, Mr. and Mrs. J. P. Jensen, Mr. and Mrs. Carl Switzer, William Osterloh, Jr. The following relatives from out of town were in Wolbach last week to attend the funeral of Bennie Osterloh which was held Thursday afternoon: From York there were Mr. and Mrs. Phillip Herzer and family, Mrs. Mary Herzer, Dr. A. E. Calkins, Dr. C. A. Calkins, Don W. Teaster, and Jack Calkins; Herman Osterloh of Thayer, Neb.; Miss Lillian Bivens of Norton, Kansas; Mr. and Mrs. Marvin Walter, Omaha; Mr. and Mrs. Henry Osterloh and family and Mr. and Mrs. Steve Haickenbotton of Custer Co.; Mr. Johnnie Tucker and family of North Loup; Mrs. Daisy Conway and Children, Mr. and Mrs. Tom Bivens and family of Comstock.

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Benjamin James Osterloh's memorial is located at: Hillside Cemetery, Wolbach, Greeley County, USA.
When did Benjamin James Osterloh death?
Benjamin James Osterloh death on 15 Jul 1929 in Grand Island, Hall County, Nebraska, USA
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Latitude: 41.4005089
Longitude: -98.3921356

Family Members:

Parent

William Osterloh Sr.

(1868 - 1957)

Mary Bivens Osterloh

(1880 - 1957)

Siblings

Gertrude Osterloh Jensen

(1898 - 1992)

Lena Marie Osterloh Switzer

(1899 - 1967)

William M Osterloh Jr.

(1902 - 1966)

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