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Herbert Clair Westerman

Birth	:	3 Jul 1893 Steinauer, Pawnee County, Nebraska, USA
Death	:	20 Jun 1937 Pawnee City, Pawnee County, Nebraska, USA
Burial	:	DuBois Cemetery, Du Bois, Pawnee County, USA
Coordinate	:	40.0231018, -96.0488968
Description	:	HERBERT C. WESTERMAN PASSED AWAY SUNDAY Injuries Received Friday at Elevator Prove Fatal The death of Herbert C. Westerman on Sunday, June 20, cast a pall of gloom and grief over the entire community this week. His death was the result of an accident which occurred Friday at the Farmers Union elevator of which he was manager. Herb, as he was familiarly known, and Jake Shellhorn were putting in new boxings on the line shaft, the former using a pinch bar to turn the wheel. The crowbar caught and whirled with the shaft, throwing Herb over the... Read More	HERBERT C. WESTERMAN PASSED AWAY SUNDAY Injuries Received Friday at Elevator Prove Fatal The death of Herbert C. Westerman on Sunday, June 20, cast a pall of gloom and grief over the entire community this week. His death was the result of an accident which occurred Friday at the Farmers Union elevator of which he was manager. Herb, as he was familiarly known, and Jake Shellhorn were putting in new boxings on the line shaft, the former using a pinch bar to turn the wheel. The crowbar caught and whirled with the shaft, throwing Herb over the wheel and down through a small hole 12 feet to the concrete below. His right foot was nearly severed from his leg, a compound fracture at the ankle, his skull fractured, ribs broken and internal injuries. He was taken to the office of Dr. R. A. Young and later moved to the Pawnee City hospital but he never regained consciousness. Herbert Clair Westerman, son of George and Clara Westerman was born July 3, 1893 , near Steinauer, Nebraska, an quietly passed away at the Pawnee City Hospital, June 20, 1937, aged 43 years, 11 months and 13 days. He was confirmed at the age of 16 years in the Salem Reform church at Four Mile. He transferred his membership to the United Brethren of DuBois on April 13, 1933, where he was a faithful and loyal member until his summons came. After his father's death while he was a boy, he lived for a number of years with his grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Porr, who cared for and instructed him as their own son. He was united in marriage to Jennie Caswell on January 8, 1919 at the U. B. Parsonage of the Pleasant Valley church at Pawnee City. To this union three children were born, Irene, Paul and Dorine. He leaves behind him as he enters the gates of that other city, his beloved and good wife, a stepdaughter, Zula Caswell, two daughters, Irene and Dorine and one son Paul, all of whom lived at home. His mother, Mrs. Clara Westerman, of DuBois, four brothers, Charles of Omaha, George of Lincoln, Fred of Pawnee City, and August of Spokane, Washington; two sisters, Mrs. Hettie Yoble of DuBois, and Mrs. Edna Svab of Samuels, Idaho. In about 1916 he and his brother Fred began farming together on the Boehmer farm, remaining there until 1924 when he moved to DuBois and began his position as manager of the Farmers Co-Opertive Association in which capacity he acted until his accident June 18 which resulted in his death two days later. He had good success in this position and by hard work built up the company. His passing will be keenly felt by those of his colleagues. His education consisted of a curse in the rural school but by lots of hard work and study, with an aptitude for his chosen field he progressed far beyond this. He possessed a mechanical ability which seemed to be unusual. His was a pleasing personality, charitable, kind and courteous, willing to do his best. When ever his name was mentioned in business transactions people would say he was honest and his word was to be depended upon. His influence was felt in many walks of life. He was a member of the school board, acting as treasurer, a member of the village Board, member of the K. of P. Lodge, member of the fire department and president of the Service club; besides being the treasrer of his church and a member of the Board of Trustees. In all these positions he gave of his best, performing with his accustomed ability. Surely his passing will be greatly felt and especially in his church where he loved to work and serve. He also was a teacher of a class of boys in Sunday school. He tried always to be a pal to his children and to other boys and girls. He tried to keep his church first planning his trips and always trying to be present at each service. He leaves a host of relatives and friends who will always cherish his cheerful greeting and kindly life. On June 18th he was injured while at work and his body weakened by an illness a few weeks previous could not overcome this added handicap. His body answered quietly his Master's summons to come up higher. "There is no death to those who love To serve the Lord and do his will. He gives them faith to live for him, Their earthly missions to fulfill" "And when their life on earth is o'er, Their work is done, then grace is given, To close their tired eyes on earth And open them in Heaven.

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Where is Herbert Clair Westerman's memorial?
Herbert Clair Westerman's memorial is located at: DuBois Cemetery, Du Bois, Pawnee County, USA.
When did Herbert Clair Westerman death?
Herbert Clair Westerman death on 20 Jun 1937 in Pawnee City, Pawnee County, Nebraska, USA
Where are the coordinates of the Herbert Clair Westerman's memorial?
Latitude: 40.0231018
Longitude: -96.0488968

Family Members:

Parent

George Westerman

(1863 - 1903)

Clara “Klara” Porr Westerman

(1870 - 1948)

Spouse

Jennie F. Caswell Westerman

(1886 - 1968)

Siblings

Frederick Harold “Fred” Westerman

(1895 - 1973)

Hettie Otillie Westerman Yoble

(1897 - 1981)

Children

Paul Harvey Westerman

(1922 - 1996)

Dorine L. Westerman Whitney

(1926 - 2020)

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