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Michael Kelsh

Birth	:	26 Aug 1828 County Meath, Ireland
Death	:	3 Feb 1909 Dougherty, Cerro Gordo County, Iowa, USA
Burial	:	Saint Patricks Catholic Cemetery, Dougherty, Cerro Gordo County, USA
Coordinate	:	42.9227791, -93.0294418
Description	:	Son of Michael Kelsh & Mary Nevens --------------------------------- MICHAEL KELSH DEAD Tomorrow will witness the passing of all that is mortal of Michael Kelsh an old and honored citizen of this township, and when the last sad rites are over and he is laid in his final resting place there will be an ache in many a heart, yet mingled with a feeling of joy that the hands of the hardy pioneer, hands which worked so hard in the upbuilding of the home and were ever outstretched to help the weak and needy, are folded in peace... Read More	Son of Michael Kelsh & Mary Nevens --------------------------------- MICHAEL KELSH DEAD Tomorrow will witness the passing of all that is mortal of Michael Kelsh an old and honored citizen of this township, and when the last sad rites are over and he is laid in his final resting place there will be an ache in many a heart, yet mingled with a feeling of joy that the hands of the hardy pioneer, hands which worked so hard in the upbuilding of the home and were ever outstretched to help the weak and needy, are folded in peace and rest, without a single stain. Michael Kelsh was born in Ireland in August, 1828, and came to this country in 1852, residing in Pennsylvania for about three years. From there he went to Wisconsin, where he was united in marriage with Catharine McGovern, who preceded him in death, passing away on May 16, 1907. In 1881 Mr. Kelsh removed with his family to Dougherty township, Cerro Gordo, Iowa, where he resided on a farm until 1896, when he removed to Rockwell. Since the death of his wife Mr. Kelsh made his home with his daughter, Mrs Dennis O'Keefe, northwest of Dougherty. Deceased was attended during his last illness by Dr. Holman of Rockwell who pronounced the cause of death to be pneumonia. Deceased leaves to mourn his loss two sons and three daughters: Thomas J. of Dougherty,Matthew of Floyd County, Mrs D. O'Keefe, of Dougherty and Mrs. D. O'Connor and Miss Ella Kelsh of Rockwell.

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Where is Michael Kelsh's memorial?
Michael Kelsh's memorial is located at: Saint Patricks Catholic Cemetery, Dougherty, Cerro Gordo County, USA.
When did Michael Kelsh death?
Michael Kelsh death on 3 Feb 1909 in Dougherty, Cerro Gordo County, Iowa, USA
Where are the coordinates of the Michael Kelsh's memorial?
Latitude: 42.9227791
Longitude: -93.0294418

Family Members:

Spouse

Catherine McGovern Kelsh

(1834 - 1907)

Children

Thomas James Kelsh

(1859 - 1931)

Matthew “Matt” Kelsh

(1861 - 1939)

Mary Ann Kelsh O'Keefe

(1862 - 1932)

Catherine Jane Kelsh O'Connor

(1864 - 1949)

George Kelsh

(1873 - 1891)

Ella Kelsh McCauley

(1885 - 1922)

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Nearby Cemetories:

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Coordinate: 42.9227791, -93.0294418

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Coordinate: 42.8918991, -93.0836029

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7. Hillside Cemetery
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Coordinate: 42.9583015, -92.8666992

8. Hillside Cemetery
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14. North Vilmar Cemetery
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Coordinate: 42.8329700, -92.8392900

15. Oak Hill Cemetery
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Coordinate: 42.7719002, -92.9353027

16. Way Side Cemetery
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Coordinate: 42.8293991, -93.2225037

17. Old Bristow Cemetery
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Coordinate: 42.7733078, -92.9165845

18. Owens Grove Cemetery
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Coordinate: 43.0825005, -93.1144180

19. Dumont Cemetery
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Coordinate: 42.7553177, -92.9748230

20. Rose Hill Cemetery
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Coordinate: 42.8843994, -92.7988968

21. Flood Creek Cemetery
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Coordinate: 43.0391998, -92.8538971

22. Saint Marys Cemetery
Greene, Butler County, USA
Coordinate: 42.8827300, -92.7990200

23. Hardeman Cemetery
Greene, Butler County, USA
Coordinate: 42.8706017, -92.8013992

24. Shobes Grove Cemetery
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Coordinate: 42.9000015, -93.2722168