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Della Grace Lee Cruff

Birth	:	19 Jun 1874 Wanatah, La Porte County, Indiana, USA
Death	:	16 Oct 1947 Aurora, Hamilton County, Nebraska, USA
Burial	:	Richland Cemetery, Marquette, Hamilton County, USA
Coordinate	:	40.9668999, -98.0175018
Description	:	Della Grace Lee, daughter of Arthur and Lydia Lee nèe Osborn was born in Wanatha, Indiana on June 19, 1875. Her parents came to Nebraska when she was a small child and settled near Phillips in the Monroe neighborhood. Her mother passed away when she was 14 years old, leaving her to care for her younger sisters and a brother. Later her family moved to Kansas while she remained here, making her home with the family of the late Henry Sims. On December 5, 1894 she was married to Lewis Cruff. They established their home near Giltner in the Alvin community.... Read More	Della Grace Lee, daughter of Arthur and Lydia Lee nèe Osborn was born in Wanatha, Indiana on June 19, 1875. Her parents came to Nebraska when she was a small child and settled near Phillips in the Monroe neighborhood. Her mother passed away when she was 14 years old, leaving her to care for her younger sisters and a brother. Later her family moved to Kansas while she remained here, making her home with the family of the late Henry Sims. On December 5, 1894 she was married to Lewis Cruff. They established their home near Giltner in the Alvin community. Six children, three sons and three daughters, were born to Della and Lewis. One son “Lewis” died in infancy. Some years later they moved near Aurora where they have since lived. She was a kind, patient and loving wife and mother, always sacrificing for the good of others. Her home and family were next to her love of God. Della was always happiest when among her children and grandchildren. She found refuge from trouble in her Bible. Della had a deep sense of duty to her God, and was thankful for any gifts which he had given her. Above all things, she believed in the power of prayer. She was converted and joined the church when a young girl. For many years she was an active member of the Aurora United Brethren Church. She taught in the Sunday school and was a member of the choir. The work and worship of her church held a large place in her life. She wanted always to help those who were in need and many a life was enriched from the treasures of her mind and heart. Those who knew her best often remarked about the greatness of her thoughts, her unselfishness and her ability to choose the most comforting words in any time of despair. Della was loved by all who knew her and she will be greatly missed by her loved ones. Della and Lewis celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on December 5, 1944. In the following year, on April 25 she suffered a stroke from which she had apparently recovered. But, on September 19, 1946 she suffered a second stroke, and on July 6, 1947 she fractured her hip and was taken to the Aurora hospital where she passed away quietly at two o'clock last Thursday afternoon. She was a longtime resident had lived here for 60 years. Surviving are her husband Lewis; her three daughters, Mrs. Lois Myers of Phillips, Nebraska, Mrs. Edna Bamesberger of Aurora Nebraska, and Mrs. Doris Madsen of Hampton, Nebraska; two sons, Ray of Englewood Colorado, and Gordon of Aurora, Nebraska, nine grandchildren and three great grandchildren; two sisters, Mrs. Edith McIntire and Mrs. Ella Pulhamus both of LaCygne, Kansas; one brother John Lee of Ponoka, Canada. Her father passed away many years ago. One sister, Mrs. Alta Smith passed away in 1931. Services were held Sunday, officiated by Dr. Paul B. Porter. Mrs. Clarence Luthy and W.H. Menzie sang, "No disappointment in Heaven" and "Beautiful Isle", Mrs. C.L. Whitney presided at the organ A beautiful floral tribute banked the chancel. Pallbearers were William Sims, Carl Oswald, D.M. Myers, Frank Schreckengast, O.A. Lundquist and Fred Meyer. Out of town relatives present were Mr. and Mrs. Ray Cruff of Englewood, Colo., Mrs Ella Pulhamus and Edith McIntyre of LaCygne, Kansas and Mr. and Mrs. Glen Hafer and Mr. and Mrs. Hazle Robinson of Doniphan. Committal was in the Richland Cemetery.

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Della Grace Lee Cruff's memorial is located at: Richland Cemetery, Marquette, Hamilton County, USA.
When did Della Grace Lee Cruff death?
Della Grace Lee Cruff death on 16 Oct 1947 in Aurora, Hamilton County, Nebraska, USA
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Latitude: 40.9668999
Longitude: -98.0175018

Family Members:

Parent

Lydia G. Osborne Lee

(1855 - 1890)

Spouse

Lewis Cruff

(1871 - 1952)

Children

Lois Gail Cruff Myers

(1897 - 1989)

Lewis L. Cruff

(1900 - 1900)

Edna Grace Cruff Bamesberger

(1902 - 1995)

Gordon Russell Cruff

(1905 - 2001)

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