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William Archer Nims

Birth	:	1 May 1852 Bureau County, Illinois, USA
Death	:	15 Sep 1931 Emerson, Mills County, Iowa, USA
Burial	:	Bayview Memorial Park, Pensacola, Escambia County, USA
Coordinate	:	30.4550900, -87.1727400
Plot	:	1st Addition #175
Inscription	:	FATHER
Description	:	Funeral Service for William A, Nims Friday Afternoon Pioneer resident of Mills County Died September 15 Near Emerson Funeral services for William A. Nims, mention of whose death was made in last Week's Leader, were held in the Methodist church in Emerson, Friday afternoon at 2:30. The church was filled to capacity with relatives and friends from far and near and many beautiful flowers testified to their loving remembrance. The services were conducted by the pastor, Rev. M. B. Wilson, assisted by Rev. Walter A. Morgan, district superintendent of the Indiahola district, who was a former pastor In Emerson and a warm friend... Read More	Funeral Service for William A, Nims Friday Afternoon Pioneer resident of Mills County Died September 15 Near Emerson Funeral services for William A. Nims, mention of whose death was made in last Week's Leader, were held in the Methodist church in Emerson, Friday afternoon at 2:30. The church was filled to capacity with relatives and friends from far and near and many beautiful flowers testified to their loving remembrance. The services were conducted by the pastor, Rev. M. B. Wilson, assisted by Rev. Walter A. Morgan, district superintendent of the Indiahola district, who was a former pastor In Emerson and a warm friend of the deceased. A quartet, Ft. L. Fields and A. F. Smith and Mrs. Everett Whtalef and Mrs. J. A. Thofson, with Miss Avis Boswelt as accompanist, «ang two selections and Mrs. M. B. Witeoa sang "No Tears In the Sky." Burial was made in the Emerson cemetery. The pall bearers were old friends and neighbors: James Durbin, Ivan Salmons, Scott Arterburn, Charles Vestal, B. E. Combs, and L. M. Kline. Mr. Kims had lived in the same neighborhood on the same farm for almost fifty years and the presence of so many of his neighbors and friends was a marked tribute to hl« character and standing. He had been in his usual health up until Tuesday morning of last week when he was suddenly stricken with paralysis and was unable to rally, passing away at 4 o'clock that afternoon. The following obituary was given: William A.. Nlms. son of Eli B. and Emily C. Nlms, was born in Bureau county, Illinois, May 1, 1882, and died at his home near Emerson, Sept. 16, 1931. A twin brother, Wlllard A. Nlms, died in infancy. He moved with his parents to Jones county, Iowa in 1853 settling ner Wyoming, where he grew tto manhood. On November 27, 1863 he was united in marriage to Miss Martha Smith. To them were born eight children, Laua B. Hall of Hastings, Eli of White Lake, South Dakoka, Lena Moore of Woodbine, Atha Norton of Imogene, Arthur W. of Emerson, and Stella at home, all of whom were present at the services. Two daughters, Mrs. Myrta Fritz and Mrs. Elva Hall preceded him in death. He also leaves one brother, J. W. Nims of Red Oak, and two sisters, Mrs. Clark Swander of Selma, Indiana, and Mrs. George Culter of Beatrice, Nebraska. They came to Mills County in the fall of 1882, locating on the farm where he lived until the time of his death, forty-nine years, honored am respected by all who knew him,. When a young man he was con verted and united with the Methodist church of which he remained throughout life a faithful member as long as the Asbury church stood he with his family were falthfu attendants. Mr. Nlms was one of the pioneer farmers of Mills county, always taking a great interest in anything that was for the betterment of the community. He was a progressive, upright citizen, a good neighbor, and a loving husband and father. He will be missed. Relatives from a distance attending the funeral were: , Mr. and Mrs. Eli Nims and Mr and Mrs. Henry Schilling of White Lake, South, Dakota; J, W. Nims, Mr and Mrs. Edd Knight, Mrs. Wesley Nims, and Mr. and Mrs. Frank Shaw of Red Oak; Mr. and Mrs Walter Zaelke of Villisca; Mr. and Mrs. Gene Moore and Mr. and Mrs Ralph Hammack of Woodbine; Mr and Mrs. Tom Keenan and Lora Quiver of Sbenandoah; Mr, and Mrs. C. M. Culver and Mrs. Qeorge Culver of Beatrice, Nebraska. Malvern Leader, September 24, 1931, page 1

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William Archer Nims's memorial is located at: Bayview Memorial Park, Pensacola, Escambia County, USA.
When did William Archer Nims death?
William Archer Nims death on 15 Sep 1931 in Emerson, Mills County, Iowa, USA
Where are the coordinates of the William Archer Nims's memorial?
Latitude: 30.4550900
Longitude: -87.1727400

Family Members:

Parent

Eli Bronson Nims

(1813 - 1861)

Emily Celestia Brainard Nims

(1822 - 1905)

Spouse

Martha E. Smith Nims

(1855 - 1934)

Siblings

Delos E. Nims

(1844 - 1867)

Dwight B Nims

(1845 - 1906)

Addie E. Nims

(1860 - 1888)

Children

Myrta Ann Nims Fritz

(1874 - 1928)

Laura Elva Nims Hall

(1876 - 1952)

Eli Smiley Nims

(1878 - 1931)

Lena Addie Nims Moore

(1880 - 1958)

Althea Omega Nims Norton

(1884 - 1981)

Arthur W. Nims

(1887 - 1977)

Stella C. Nims Anderson

(1890 - 1972)

Flowers:

Nearby Cemetories:

1. Bayview Memorial Park
Pensacola, Escambia County, USA
Coordinate: 30.4550900, -87.1727400

2. New Hope Cemetery
Pensacola, Escambia County, USA
Coordinate: 30.4609000, -87.1720900

3. Trinity Presbyterian Church Memorial Gardens
Pensacola, Escambia County, USA
Coordinate: 30.4570200, -87.1965900

4. Holy Cross Catholic Cemetery
Pensacola, Escambia County, USA
Coordinate: 30.4460600, -87.2059500

5. Saint Christophers Memorial Garden
Escambia County, USA
Coordinate: 30.4470200, -87.2073200

6. Saint Paul's All Saints Memorial Garden
Pensacola, Escambia County, USA
Coordinate: 30.4651200, -87.2135200

7. Montgomery-John The Baptist Cemetery
Pensacola, Escambia County, USA
Coordinate: 30.4410900, -87.2124300

8. Miraflores Park
Pensacola, Escambia County, USA
Coordinate: 30.4216328, -87.1952129

9. Roberts Cemetery
Pensacola, Escambia County, USA
Coordinate: 30.4981003, -87.1791992

10. Mount Zion Historical Cemetery
Pensacola, Escambia County, USA
Coordinate: 30.4388466, -87.2202988

11. Clopton Cemetery
Pensacola, Escambia County, USA
Coordinate: 30.4686775, -87.2262192

12. Saint Michael's Cemetery
Pensacola, Escambia County, USA
Coordinate: 30.4141998, -87.2091980

13. Old Pensacola Fort Burial Ground
Pensacola, Escambia County, USA
Coordinate: 30.4186990, -87.2169290

14. First United Methodist Church Columbarium
Pensacola, Escambia County, USA
Coordinate: 30.4168500, -87.2158200

15. Holy Cross Episcopal Church Columbarium
Pensacola, Escambia County, USA
Coordinate: 30.5075410, -87.1848880

16. Christ Episcopal Church Columbarium
Pensacola, Escambia County, USA
Coordinate: 30.4171900, -87.2166500

17. First Presbyterian Church Columbarium
Pensacola, Escambia County, USA
Coordinate: 30.4145400, -87.2153900

18. Horton Memorial Garden
Pensacola, Escambia County, USA
Coordinate: 30.4719200, -87.2332580

19. Potters Field Cemetery
Pensacola, Escambia County, USA
Coordinate: 30.4395800, -87.2338000

20. Magnolia Cemetery
Pensacola, Escambia County, USA
Coordinate: 30.4246040, -87.2258660

21. Magnolia Cemetery #2
Escambia County, USA
Coordinate: 30.4371700, -87.2336900

22. Zion Cemetery
Pensacola, Escambia County, USA
Coordinate: 30.4234600, -87.2260400

23. Tippin-Walton Cemetery
Ferry Pass, Escambia County, USA
Coordinate: 30.5124000, -87.1954000

24. Panton House Burial Site
Pensacola, Escambia County, USA
Coordinate: 30.4071500, -87.2173500