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Benson Cortez Keown

Birth : 20 Sep 1894 Pleasanton, Decatur County, Iowa, USA
Death : 10 May 1968 Des Moines, Polk County, Iowa, USA
Burial : Rose Hill Cemetery, Lamoni, Decatur County, USA
Coordinate : 40.6250000, -93.9475021
Plot : 1436 3
Inscription : MARRIED FEB. 14, 1920
Description : Benson was the last child born to John R and Mary Keown. His middle name repeats the first name of his maternal grandfather. He served in World War I with he 88th Division with the rank of private. After leaving the military, Benson married Lucy Crawford Keown in Julesburg, CO in 1920. Benson and Lucy were first cousins. Benson worked in the post office in Des Moines, IA moving up the ranks from a mail carrier to a downtown postal employee. Throughout his life, he was eager to care for his extended family including nieces and nephews.

frequently asked questions (FAQ):

  • Where is Benson Cortez Keown's memorial?

    Benson Cortez Keown's memorial is located at: Rose Hill Cemetery, Lamoni, Decatur County, USA.

  • When did Benson Cortez Keown death?

    Benson Cortez Keown death on 10 May 1968 in Des Moines, Polk County, Iowa, USA

  • Where are the coordinates of the Benson Cortez Keown's memorial?

    Latitude: 40.6250000
    Longitude: -93.9475021

Family Members:

Parent

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John Randolph Keown

(1856 - 1951)

Spouse

Siblings

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Mary Ann Keown Fullick

(1884 - 1977)

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Bertha Mae Keown Colyer

(1886 - 1963)

Children

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Sgt Keith Kelly Keown

(1922 - 1944)

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Norma Jean Keown Mann

(1930 - 1985)

Flowers:

Nearby Cemetories:

1. Rose Hill Cemetery
Lamoni, Decatur County, USA
Coordinate: 40.6250000, -93.9475021

2. Sweet Home Cemetery
Fayette Township, Decatur County, USA
Coordinate: 40.5946550, -93.9566660

3. Lillie Cemetery
Lamoni, Decatur County, USA
Coordinate: 40.6565829, -93.9418602

4. Creveling Cemetery
Lamoni, Decatur County, USA
Coordinate: 40.6309232, -93.8984728

5. Hollen Cemetery
Lamoni, Decatur County, USA
Coordinate: 40.5952000, -94.0097000

6. Lewis Cemetery
Kellerton, Ringgold County, USA
Coordinate: 40.6588500, -94.0280500

7. Andover Cemetery
Andover, Harrison County, USA
Coordinate: 40.5588989, -93.9008026

8. Terre Haute Cemetery
Terre Haute, Decatur County, USA
Coordinate: 40.6836646, -93.8800621

9. Bucy Cemetery
Decatur City, Decatur County, USA
Coordinate: 40.6902056, -93.8869286

10. New Buda Cemetery
Davis City, Decatur County, USA
Coordinate: 40.6027448, -93.8314819

11. Patrick Cemetery
Riley Township, Ringgold County, USA
Coordinate: 40.5900000, -94.0586000

12. Downey Cemetery
Harrison County, USA
Coordinate: 40.5581017, -93.8606033

13. Elk Cemetery
Lamoni, Decatur County, USA
Coordinate: 40.7210467, -93.9390707

14. Mount Zion Cemetery
Riley Township, Ringgold County, USA
Coordinate: 40.5960000, -94.0731000

15. IOOF Cemetery
Davis City, Decatur County, USA
Coordinate: 40.6405800, -93.8174600

16. Miller Cemetery
Decatur County, USA
Coordinate: 40.7026000, -93.8592000

17. Anderson Cemetery
Eagleville, Harrison County, USA
Coordinate: 40.5293503, -93.9983292

18. Mount Pleasant No 2 Baptist Church Cemetery
Blythedale, Harrison County, USA
Coordinate: 40.5300010, -93.8916160

19. Old Davis City Cemetery
Davis City, Decatur County, USA
Coordinate: 40.6415100, -93.8115800

20. Brown Cemetery
Eagleville, Harrison County, USA
Coordinate: 40.5447006, -94.0357971

21. Millsap Cemetery
Grand River, Decatur County, USA
Coordinate: 40.7333310, -93.9502260

22. Maple Row Cemetery
Kellerton, Ringgold County, USA
Coordinate: 40.7077700, -94.0424500

23. Catholic Cemetery
Harrison County, USA
Coordinate: 40.5522003, -93.8380966

24. Payne Cemetery
Hatfield, Harrison County, USA
Coordinate: 40.5592003, -94.0733032