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Margery Morse Decker Stephens

Birth	:	30 May 1835 Sardinia, Erie County, New York, USA
Death	:	11 May 1916 David City, Butler County, Nebraska, USA
Burial	:	David City Cemetery, David City, Butler County, USA
Coordinate	:	41.2346992, -97.1350021
Plot	:	Block 3, Lot 20
Description	:	Her name is mispelled "Margeory" on her gravestone. ````````````````````` People's Banner (David City, Nebr.), May 18, 1916, p. 6, col. 3 MRS. E. M. STEPHENS CALLED HOME Again the grim reaper has hovered over our city and called home one of the oldest settlers, Mrs. E. M. Stephens, on Thursday, May 11, 1916. Mrs. Stephens was born in New York State May 30, 1835. She was married to Ezra M. Stephens December 19, 1854. To this union were born four children, two daughters and two sons, all of whom with her husband survive her. They are R. D. Stephens, of Canada, Mrs. Chas. Blackman of... Read More	Her name is mispelled "Margeory" on her gravestone. ````````````````````` People's Banner (David City, Nebr.), May 18, 1916, p. 6, col. 3 MRS. E. M. STEPHENS CALLED HOME Again the grim reaper has hovered over our city and called home one of the oldest settlers, Mrs. E. M. Stephens, on Thursday, May 11, 1916. Mrs. Stephens was born in New York State May 30, 1835. She was married to Ezra M. Stephens December 19, 1854. To this union were born four children, two daughters and two sons, all of whom with her husband survive her. They are R. D. Stephens, of Canada, Mrs. Chas. Blackman of White Water, Montana, E. P. Stephens of St. Edwards, Nebraska, and Mrs. George McKnight of this city, at whose home she passed away. Besides these she is survived by two sisters and one brother. Mr. and Mrs. Stephens came from Iowa where they had formerly lived to Nebraska in 1874, and settled on a farm two miles south of David City, where they farmed for a number of years, until the children had all grown up and married, when they retired and moved to David City. For several years past on account of them both being somewhat feeble, they had made their home with their daughter and husband, Mr. and Mrs. George McKnight, who looked after their every want. Early in life the deceased joined the Baptist church and lived a consistent Christian life until the end. For a number of years past, she had not been able to attend church but her faith was as strong as ever and she was always present in thought if not in person. She was a loving wife and mother, and never thought of self when calling on to make a sacrifice for her family, which were many. She was uncomplaining to the end, and while she realized that the end must be near, she looked upon the bright side and was cheerful. The funeral services were held from the Baptist church May 13, at 10:00 o'clock, Rev. J. J. Bell, pastor, conducting them. The pall bearers were A. M. Walling, I. J. West. J. G. Ross, H. T. Hawes, A. B. Royce and S. Clingman. The choir was A. L. Hughes, Hugo Hahn, H. L. Boston and G. T. Walling. The body was laid away in the David City cemetery. CARD OF THANKS We wish to extend ur sincere thanks to all those who so kindly assisted us during the illness and death of our beloved wife and mother. Such kindess shall never be forgotten. E. M. Stephens and Children. ``````````````````` Butler County Press (David City, Nebr.), May 18, 1916, p. 1, col. 5 AN AGED WOMAN PASSED AWAY Mrs. Ezra M Stevens Died May 11 at Age of 80 Years The body of Mrs. Ezra M. Stephens, who departed this life early Thursday morning, May 11, from old age, was laid to rest Saturday morning in the Stephens family lot in the David City cemetery. Funeral services were held at 10 o'clock in the Baptist church, Rev. J.J. Bell, pastor of that church, having direction of the services. A male quartet, L. H. Boston, Hugho Hahn, A. L. Hughes and Guy Walling, sang three selections. The pallbearers were S. Clingman, H. T. Hawes, J. G. Ross, A. B. Roys, A. M. Walling and I. J. West. Mrs. Stephens' four children were all present at the funeral. They are Mrs. George S. McKnight of David City, Mrs. Charles Blackman of Whitewater, Mont., Reuben Stephens of Ben Stephen, Alberta, Canada, and E. P. Stephens of St. Edwards. Charles Blackman and Mrs. E. P. Stephens also came to attend the funeral, as did Harry Stephens, of Elgin, a nephew of Mrs. Stephens. Besides the four children Mrs. Stephens is also survived by her husband, who is past 85 years of age, two brothers and two sisters, 15 grandchildren ande 21 great-grandchildren. Mrs. Stephens, whose maiden name was Marjory Decker, was born in Erie county, New York. She lacked but 19 days of being 81 years of age. When a small child she removed with her parents from New York state to Green County, Wisconsin, and it was there that she grew to womanhood and met and married Ezra M. Stephens. December 30, 1915, was the 61st wedding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. Stephens. In the fifth year after Mr. and Mrs. Stephens' marriage they moved to Allamakee county, Iowa, on a farm near Rossville. Living there ten years, they came to Nebraska and located on a farm three miles southwest of David City. This was their home for 27 years until 1898, when they moved to David City. Four years ago, on account of failing health, Mr. and Mrs. Stephens went to live with the McKnight family. It was in the McKnight home that Mrs. Stephens' death occurred. Mrs. Stephens was a woman who was greatly liked and admired by all who knew her. She lived a long and useful life. Left alone for three years with her family of small children while Mr. Stephens was away fighting for his country, Mrs. Stephens showed the pluck and ambition that thousands of other women did at that time. With the help of a 14-year-old orphan boy, Philander Martin, who was raised by Mr. and Mrs. Stephens, she was able to provide a maintenance for herself and family. Two orphan boys were taken to the hearts and home of Mr. and Mrs. Stephens and were raised by them. The other one was George Davis. As much care and devotion was lavished on these two boys as on their own children.

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Where is Margery Morse Decker Stephens's memorial?
Margery Morse Decker Stephens's memorial is located at: David City Cemetery, David City, Butler County, USA.
When did Margery Morse Decker Stephens death?
Margery Morse Decker Stephens death on 11 May 1916 in David City, Butler County, Nebraska, USA
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Latitude: 41.2346992
Longitude: -97.1350021

Family Members:

Parent

Spouse

Ezra Milks Stephens

(1831 - 1917)

Siblings

Abigail “Abbie” Decker Hill

(1833 - 1921)

Children

Ezra Parker Stephens

(1862 - 1942)

Clara Belle Stephens McKnight

(1868 - 1942)

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Nearby Cemetories:

1. David City Cemetery
David City, Butler County, USA
Coordinate: 41.2346992, -97.1350021

2. Saint Marys Cemetery
David City, Butler County, USA
Coordinate: 41.2430992, -97.1177979

3. Saint Francis Catholic Cemetery
David City, Butler County, USA
Coordinate: 41.1884020, -97.0841270

4. Pleasant Hill Cemetery
Butler County, USA
Coordinate: 41.2064018, -97.2136002

5. Garrison Cemetery
Garrison, Butler County, USA
Coordinate: 41.1704350, -97.1623720

6. Immanuel Lutheran Cemetery
Rising City, Butler County, USA
Coordinate: 41.1773580, -97.2156950

7. Faith Evangelical Lutheran Cemetery East
Garrison, Butler County, USA
Coordinate: 41.1573970, -97.1949610

8. Assumption of Blessed Virgin Mary Cemetery
Appleton, Butler County, USA
Coordinate: 41.2922000, -97.0396000

9. Catholic Cemetery of Presentation Church and Saint
Bellwood, Butler County, USA
Coordinate: 41.3369000, -97.1683000

10. Saint Anthony Cemetery
Bruno, Butler County, USA
Coordinate: 41.2743988, -96.9869003

11. Holy Trinity Cemetery
Brainard, Butler County, USA
Coordinate: 41.1777992, -96.9953003

12. Ware Cemetery
Butler County, USA
Coordinate: 41.1185989, -97.0802994

13. Bohemian National Cemetery
Brainard, Butler County, USA
Coordinate: 41.1770300, -96.9885800

14. Old Catholic Cemetery
Brainard, Butler County, USA
Coordinate: 41.1772300, -96.9871300

15. Grim Cemetery
Ulysses, Butler County, USA
Coordinate: 41.1130981, -97.1763992

16. Brainard IOOF Cemetery
Brainard, Butler County, USA
Coordinate: 41.1772700, -96.9860000

17. Fricke Cemetery
Bruno, Butler County, USA
Coordinate: 41.2564011, -96.9664001

18. Circle Mound Cemetery
Rising City, Butler County, USA
Coordinate: 41.2064018, -97.3039017

19. Rising Sun Cemetery
Rising City, Butler County, USA
Coordinate: 41.1627998, -97.2906036

20. Fairview Cemetery
Rising City, Butler County, USA
Coordinate: 41.2075005, -97.3199997

21. Bellwood Cemetery
Bellwood, Butler County, USA
Coordinate: 41.3450012, -97.2549973

22. Pleasant View Cemetery
Butler County, USA
Coordinate: 41.3093987, -97.3118973

23. Knauber Cemetery
Ulysses, Butler County, USA
Coordinate: 41.0936012, -97.2155991

24. Bohemian Cemetery
Bruno, Butler County, USA
Coordinate: 41.2933006, -96.9431000