Mrs. Ralph Gumm ~ daughter of Mrs. P. A. Ruark
Leon Reporter, Leon, Iowa
Thursday, January l2, l922
We chronicle with sorrow the death of MRS. P.A. RUARK, a well-known Osceola lady who passed away at her home in South Osceola, Tuesday at 2:30 p.m., following several weeks' illness.At the time of her death, she was 62 years of age.MR. RUARK has led an active life.For several years, she conducted a rooming house on South Filmore St. and also conducted a restaurant on the South of the square for a few years.
She has reared a family of children to womanhood and manhood.Two daughters, MRS. E. STICKLER and MRS. RALPH GUMM reside in this city.Besides her husband and children, she leaves step children and a host of other relatives and friends to mourn her passing.
The funeral services will be held from the Christian Church today (Thursday) at 2:30 p.m., conducted by Rev. W.A. Ross and burial made in Maple Hill Cemetery.
--Osceola Tribune.
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