Home > United States of America > Iowa > Carroll County > Carroll > Mount Olivet Cemetery > William Collison

William Collison

1 / 1

❮ ❯

William Collison

Birth	:	24 May 1817 East Ardsley, Metropolitan Borough of Leeds, West Yorkshire, England
Death	:	28 May 1905 Carroll County, Iowa, USA
Burial	:	Mount Olivet Cemetery, Carroll, Carroll County, USA
Coordinate	:	42.0536340, -94.8595510
Description	:	William married Ann Chappel in England. They were the parents of John, Mary, Joseph, Frederick, Sarah, Jane, Elizabeth, and Frank. OBITUARY - William Collison, was born on the 24th of May, 1817, within five miles of Leeds, England. He wedded Miss Ann Chappel and they emigrated to America in the winter of 1846-7, settling in Cook county, Illinois, on the old plank road, eight miles north of Chicago, where they purchased a farm of forty acres. Later William Collison removed with his family to La Salle county, Illinois, and began farming near Ransom, where his wife passed away... Read More	William married Ann Chappel in England. They were the parents of John, Mary, Joseph, Frederick, Sarah, Jane, Elizabeth, and Frank. OBITUARY - William Collison, was born on the 24th of May, 1817, within five miles of Leeds, England. He wedded Miss Ann Chappel and they emigrated to America in the winter of 1846-7, settling in Cook county, Illinois, on the old plank road, eight miles north of Chicago, where they purchased a farm of forty acres. Later William Collison removed with his family to La Salle county, Illinois, and began farming near Ransom, where his wife passed away on the 24th of August, 1864, her remains being interred at Ottawa. In 1876 Mr. Collison came to Iowa, settling five miles west of Carroll, where his demise occurred in 1905, when he had attained the age of eighty-seven years. Unto him and his wife were born the following children: John, who is now a resident of Ottawa, Illinois; Mrs. Staak (Mary Catherine); Joseph and Frederick, living in Carroll county, Iowa; Sarah, the wife of William Hamilton, of Grand Ridge, Illinois ; Jane, the wife of John Higgins, of Brayton, Greeley county, Nebraska; Elizabeth, who is the wife of Hugh Morgan and resides four miles west of Carroll; and Frank, living four and a half miles west of Carroll. June 7, 1905 - Carroll Herald - William Collison, who died last week, was a man of rugged character. Born in England 88 years ago, he lived to witness wonderful progress and transformation in all manner of human affairs. His experience in affairs was varied before coming to America but he lived on a farm after making his residence in this country. He took a lively interest in public affairs and had strong intelligent opinions on public questions. He reared a sturdy family and his strong character was transmitted to his children. He was highly regarded by all who knew him.

frequently asked questions (FAQ):

Where is William Collison's memorial?
William Collison's memorial is located at: Mount Olivet Cemetery, Carroll, Carroll County, USA.
When did William Collison death?
William Collison death on 28 May 1905 in Carroll County, Iowa, USA
Where are the coordinates of the William Collison's memorial?
Latitude: 42.0536340
Longitude: -94.8595510

Family Members:

Spouse

Children

Mary Catherine Collison Staak

(1843 - 1927)

Joseph Collison

(1846 - 1928)

Frederick A Collison

(1848 - 1937)

Elizabeth “Lizzie” Collison Morgan

(1861 - 1924)

Frank J Collison

(1863 - 1928)

Flowers:

Nearby Cemetories:

1. Mount Olivet Cemetery
Carroll, Carroll County, USA
Coordinate: 42.0536340, -94.8595510

2. Carroll City Cemetery
Carroll, Carroll County, USA
Coordinate: 42.0560963, -94.8599856

3. Holy Angels Cemetery
Carroll County, USA
Coordinate: 42.0014000, -94.9141998

4. Saint Francis Cemetery
Maple River, Carroll County, USA
Coordinate: 42.0969009, -94.9372025

5. Saint Marys Catholic Cemetery
Willey, Carroll County, USA
Coordinate: 41.9783363, -94.8212204

6. Holy Family Cemetery
Lidderdale, Carroll County, USA
Coordinate: 42.1178017, -94.7839966

7. West Lawn Cemetery
Glidden, Carroll County, USA
Coordinate: 42.0649986, -94.7406006

8. Immanuel Cemetery
Lidderdale, Carroll County, USA
Coordinate: 42.1389008, -94.8022003

9. Saint Augustine Cemetery
Halbur, Carroll County, USA
Coordinate: 42.0066986, -94.9744034

10. Our Lady Of Mount Carmel Cemetery
Mount Carmel, Carroll County, USA
Coordinate: 42.1547012, -94.9088974

11. Arcadia Cemetery
Arcadia Township, Carroll County, USA
Coordinate: 42.1000680, -95.0130550

12. East Liberty Cemetery
Lidderdale, Carroll County, USA
Coordinate: 42.1591988, -94.7636032

13. McCurdy Cemetery
Carroll County, USA
Coordinate: 41.9403000, -94.7649994

14. Saint Johns Catholic Cemetery
Arcadia, Carroll County, USA
Coordinate: 42.0855406, -95.0341577

15. Dickson Cemetery
Glidden Township, Carroll County, USA
Coordinate: 42.1074982, -94.6939011

16. Saint Bernards Cemetery
Breda, Carroll County, USA
Coordinate: 42.1786003, -94.9732971

17. Elba Cemetery
Templeton, Carroll County, USA
Coordinate: 41.9068985, -94.9131012

18. Sacred Heart Cemetery
Templeton, Carroll County, USA
Coordinate: 41.9138746, -94.9460994

19. Dedham Cemetery
Dedham, Carroll County, USA
Coordinate: 41.8993988, -94.8225021

20. Saint Josephs Cemetery
Dedham, Carroll County, USA
Coordinate: 41.8993988, -94.8210983

21. North Coon Cemetery
Carroll County, USA
Coordinate: 42.1260986, -94.6716995

22. Old Carrollton Cemetery
Carrollton, Carroll County, USA
Coordinate: 41.9233017, -94.7403030

23. Lanesboro Cemetery
Lanesboro, Carroll County, USA
Coordinate: 42.1810989, -94.7230988

24. Luckow Cemetery
Auburn, Sac County, USA
Coordinate: 42.2168999, -94.9266968