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Robert Shideler

Birth	:	24 Sep 1821 Miami County, Ohio, USA
Death	:	16 Apr 1889 Lake City, Calhoun County, Iowa, USA
Burial	:	Our Silent City Cemetery, Kellogg, Jasper County, USA
Coordinate	:	41.7214010, -92.8989030
Description	:	Lake City Graphic April 25, 1889 Manson Journal: AT REST ! Uncle Robert Shideler, after Twelve Days of Suffering, Joins His Loved Companion on the Eternal Shore. Robert Shideler died at his home in Center township, Tuesday morning, March 16, after an illness of twelve days; aged 67 years, 6 months and 22 days. On the 5th day of April, as he and his wife were coming to town, and while on the grade north of G. Zell's, Mrs. S.'s clothing took fire; the later caused by a spark from Mr. Shideler's pipe. In his desperate efforts to save her from... Read More	Lake City Graphic April 25, 1889 Manson Journal: AT REST ! Uncle Robert Shideler, after Twelve Days of Suffering, Joins His Loved Companion on the Eternal Shore. Robert Shideler died at his home in Center township, Tuesday morning, March 16, after an illness of twelve days; aged 67 years, 6 months and 22 days. On the 5th day of April, as he and his wife were coming to town, and while on the grade north of G. Zell's, Mrs. S.'s clothing took fire; the later caused by a spark from Mr. Shideler's pipe. In his desperate efforts to save her from the flames his hands were horribly burned. This, together with the loss of his wife in such a cruel manner, causing intense mental suffering, as well as physical, were the direct causes of his death. After his wife was buried he appeared to rally for a time, but could not throw off the terrible feeling that continually haunted his every hour. He appeared to lose all desire to live, and asked only to join the loved one who had been so cruelly snatched from his grasp. No material change was noticed in his condition till Sunday, when he became very restless. When the doctor visited him Monday, he soon detected signs of a total collapse of the nervous system. After his hands had been dressed at 8 o'clock, he passed into a deep slumber, and waked not again on this earth. He gradually sank away ‘till 8 o'clock Tuesday morning, when the spirit took its flight, and nothing but cold clay remained of the strong, robust man of two weeks before. His children who were with him, prayed that he might awake, if for only long enough to bid them all a last farewell, but in this they were disappointed. The spirit of Robert Shideler has gone to its Maker. In early life he prepared himself for the great change that comes to one and all, sooner or later, and he died in the firm belief of a future happiness, where (paper smudged) rows of earth enter not. His whole life was an example of unselfish interest and love for mankind. He adored his wife and family and devoted his interests to their welfare and happiness. During his illness his neighbors, who looked upon him and his estimable family as dear friends, have vied with each other in trying to make his suffering and sorrow as light as possible (smudge) one of whom would have been glad to have borne a share (smudge) is irreparable, and the deepest sympathy is extended to one and all in this the hour of their great and overwhelming grief. A feeling of sadness has crept over the entire community, that time alone can only efface. The kind faces and cheerful words of both Mr. Shideler and wife, will live in many families always. Robert Shideler was born in Miami County, Ohio, September 24, 1821. Was married to Susan Hain, October 1, 1845. Moved to Cass county Michigan, in 1848. In April 1865, they moved to Lake City, Iowa and to Manson in the fall of 1870... ...It is one of those accidents of life that cannot be accounted for. One look at Uncle Robert's hands is proof of the life struggle made to save her, and, if laying down his own life would have sufficed, how quickly would he have done it. Uncle Robert may blame himself, but there is not another living soul who is cruel enough to make such a charge. Mrs. Shideler, after falling from the grade, no doubt breathed the fire into her lungs, and this what caused her sudden death. The whole time of the accident from the beginning of the fire, to her death, could not have been over ten minutes. **** Lake City Graphic April 18, 1889 Uncle Robert Shideler died on Tuesday morning last. The funeral will take place under the auspices of the Masonic fraternity, at or about 2 o'clock p.m. from the Presbyterian church tomarrow, Friday. Rev. D. G. Yonker, of Gowrie or Rev. Skinner, of Manson, will officiate. The circumstances attending the demise of Mrs. and Mr. Shidler are heartrendering in the extreme. The obituary will appear next week. Card of Thanks The children of Mr. and Mrs. Robt. Shideler desire by this medium to express to their many friends who so feelingly attended to the many kindly offices in connection with the sad demise of their beloved parents, their heartfelt appreciation of such friends in the hour of need. Date Unknown The Shideler homestead farm is to be kept in the family. There is grain enough in store on the farm to pay all indebtedness against the place. For this summer, the son and daughter who lived at home with their parents, will have charge of the place.

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Where is Robert Shideler's memorial?
Robert Shideler's memorial is located at: Our Silent City Cemetery, Kellogg, Jasper County, USA.
When did Robert Shideler death?
Robert Shideler death on 16 Apr 1889 in Lake City, Calhoun County, Iowa, USA
Where are the coordinates of the Robert Shideler's memorial?
Latitude: 41.7214010
Longitude: -92.8989030

Family Members:

Spouse

Susan Hain Shideler

(1825 - 1889)

Children

(unknow - unknow)

Moses Matthew Shideler

(1868 - 1936)

(unknow - unknow)

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Nearby Cemetories:

1. Our Silent City Cemetery
Kellogg, Jasper County, USA
Coordinate: 41.7214010, -92.8989030

2. Old German Lutheran Cemetery
Kellogg, Jasper County, USA
Coordinate: 41.7263985, -92.9278030

3. Antle Cemetery
Kellogg, Jasper County, USA
Coordinate: 41.7168999, -92.9405975

4. Pleasant View Quaker Pioneer Cemetery
Kellogg, Jasper County, USA
Coordinate: 41.6919000, -92.9213000

5. Saums Cemetery
Kellogg, Jasper County, USA
Coordinate: 41.6744003, -92.8842010

6. Rushville Cemetery
Rushville, Jasper County, USA
Coordinate: 41.7611008, -92.9464035

7. Rock Creek Liberty Cemetery
Oakland Acres, Jasper County, USA
Coordinate: 41.7383003, -92.8233032

8. Center Friends Cemetery
Jasper County, USA
Coordinate: 41.7294006, -92.9796982

9. Slagel Cemetery
Newton, Jasper County, USA
Coordinate: 41.6739006, -92.9753036

10. Mormon Grave
Oakland Acres, Jasper County, USA
Coordinate: 41.7056640, -92.7858500

11. Jasper County Burying Ground
Newton, Jasper County, USA
Coordinate: 41.6775600, -92.9996110

12. Newton Memorial Park
Newton, Jasper County, USA
Coordinate: 41.7005000, -93.0201000

13. Pleasant Chapel Cemetery
Newton, Jasper County, USA
Coordinate: 41.7493790, -93.0192180

14. Adamson Grove Pioneer Cemetery
Jasper County, USA
Coordinate: 41.6586000, -92.9933000

15. West Westfield Pioneer Cemetery
Oakland Acres, Jasper County, USA
Coordinate: 41.7056480, -92.7702070

16. Mount Pleasant Cemetery
Newburg, Jasper County, USA
Coordinate: 41.7912000, -92.8054000

17. Hickory Grove Cemetery
Newburg, Jasper County, USA
Coordinate: 41.8081000, -92.8335000

18. Newton Graveyard (Defunct)
Newton, Jasper County, USA
Coordinate: 41.7011330, -93.0380290

19. Bethel Cemetery
Lynnville, Jasper County, USA
Coordinate: 41.6524730, -92.7905610

20. German Society Methodist Cemetery
Newton, Jasper County, USA
Coordinate: 41.8124901, -92.9751961

21. Mount Zion Cemetery
Newton, Jasper County, USA
Coordinate: 41.6272011, -92.9756012

22. Thomas Arthur Gravesite
Newton, Jasper County, USA
Coordinate: 41.7069770, -93.0502100

23. Westfield Cemetery
Grinnell, Poweshiek County, USA
Coordinate: 41.6935997, -92.7493973

24. Wittemberg Cemetery
Newton, Jasper County, USA
Coordinate: 41.7627983, -93.0428009