William Putt (1831 - 1914)

Born 22 Oct 1831 in Torquay, Devon, England

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Died 26 Sep 1914 at age 82 in Fairmont, Nebraska, USA

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Biography

William was born in 1831. William Putt ... He passed away in 1914. ^[1]

William, son of Francis Putt & Sarah Putt, was baptised on 6 November 1831 in Tor-Moham, Devon, England.^[2]

In the 1860 census, William (age 26) was in Village of Northport Township of Leelenau, Leelanau, Michigan, United States.^[3]

In the 1870 census, William (age 36) was the head of household in Lisbon, Kendall, Illinois, United States.^[4]

In the 1880 census, Wm (age 49), Carpenter, was the married head of household in Lisbon, Kendall, Illinois, United States.^[5]

William (age 63), son of Francis Putt & Sarah Midway, married Abeliza Hogoboom (age 64) on 12 May 1895 in Fairmont, Fillmore, Nebraska, United States.^[6]

In the 1900 census, Wm (age 69) was the married head of household in Exeter-Fairmont Consolidated Township, Fillmore, Nebraska, United States.^[7]

Memorial page for William Putt (22 Oct 1831-25 Sep 1914), citing Fairmont Cemetery, Fairmont, Fillmore County, Nebraska, USA ^[8]

William Putt was born in Torquay, Devonshire, England, October 22, 1831. With his wife, he came to America in 1851, settling in Morris, Illinois. In 1856, on account of the malaria then prevalent in Illinois, the family moved to Northport, Michigan, returning eleven years later to make their home in Lisbon, Illinois. After the death of his wife in 1882, he came with his family to Fairmont, Nebraska.

In 1895 Mr. Putt was married to Mrs. Abeliza Hogoboom, who died in June, 1913, after more than two years of suffering and helplessness. He was baptized in childhood in the Episcopal church, but more than fifty years ago, he united with the Methodist Episcopal church and has lived a consistent Christian life. He believed in practical Christianity, and no good cause ever appealed to him in vain. He was always ready to help, to work and to give.

In his early boyhood, he became identified with the first temperance society established in England and his heart was in the cause as long as he lived. All his life he was a close observer and a constant reader, and his active mind was always on the alert for more knowledge.

For several years his health has been failing but he remained active and was never so happy as when at work. When urged to take more rest he replied that he would "rather wear out than rust out." His wish was granted for he was busy at work when he was stricken on Friday morning. He rallied, but not for long, and passed away at 12:30 p.m. on Friday, September 25, 1914, aged eighty-two years, eleven months and three days.

Mr. Putt leaves three sons and three daughters: Mrs. Minnie Rushton of Omaha, Nebraska; Charles F. of Afton, Iowa; Will O. of Omaha, Nebraska; Mrs. Lida E. Wright of Fairmont; Frank H. of Friend, Nebraska and Isabel of Fairmont. There are also twelve grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. The memory of his clean life, his upright character and his Christian ideals will always be a precious heritage to those who are left behind.

The funeral services were held from the M.E. church Sunday, September 2, being conducted by the pastor, Rev. Connely, assisted by Rev. Evans of the Congregational church, Rev. Wigton of the Presbyterian church and Rev. Albright of the M.E. church. Interment was made in the Fairmont cemetery. The large attendance and many floral tributes from the home and distant friends gave evidence of the esteem of the life and character of the aged father and friend now gone to his rest.

Those from out of town attending the funeral were: Mr. and Mrs. J.H. Ruston, Mr. and Mrs. W.O. Putt, Mr. and Mrs. J.T. Bertwell, Raymond W. Rushton, Miss Alice Rushton, Lyell Rushton, Leslie Putt, Mr. and Mrs. F.G. Usher, all of Omaha, Nebraska; Mr. and Mrs. Charles F. Putt of Afton, Iowa; Mr. and Mrs. F.H. Putt of Friend, Nebraska; Howard Rushton of Columbus, Ohio; Mrs. Susie Hawley and Miss Bessie Hawley of York, Nebraska; Dr. W.T. Putt of Grand Island, Nebraska; Charles S. Putt of Mankato, Kansas; Rev. and Mrs. Ruch of Sutton , Nebraska.

Fillmore Weekly Chronicle (Fairmont) October 2nd, 1914 page 1.

Contributor: M. Jensen Seggerman (47078678)

Francis and Sarah (Medway) Putt are the parents of William Putt.

Sources

1. ↑ Entered by Robin Rushton, Tuesday, December 3, 2013.
2. ↑ Baptism: "England, Devon Bishop's Transcripts, 1558-1887"
   citing Digital film/folder number: 005884559; FHL microfilm: 005884559; Image number: 61
   FamilySearch Record: Q2M3-896R (accessed 3 April 2024)
   FamilySearch Image: 3QS7-L9Q5-WHXZ
   William Putt baptism on 6 Nov 1831, son of Francis Putt & Sarah Putt, in Tor-Moham, Devon, England.
3. ↑ 1860 Census: "United States Census, 1860"
   citing Page: 6; Affiliate Name: The U.S. National Archives and Records Administration (NARA); Affiliate Publication Number: M653; Digital film/folder number: 005170131; FHL microfilm: 803550; Image number: 807; Packet letter: A; Indexing batch: N01763-0
   FamilySearch Record: MW6Q-FB7 (accessed 3 April 2024)
   FamilySearch Image: 33S7-9BS3-3FD
   William Putt (26) in Village of Northport Township of Leelenau, Leelanau, Michigan, United States. Born in England.
4. ↑ 1870 Census: "United States Census, 1870"
   citing Page: 26; Affiliate Name: The U.S. National Archives and Records Administration (NARA); Affiliate Publication Number: M593; Line: 37; Digital film/folder number: 004263015_005_M9CN-CJM; FHL microfilm: 000545738; Image number: 27; Packet letter: A; Indexing batch: N01417-2
   FamilySearch Record: M6WC-6VZ (accessed 3 April 2024)
   FamilySearch Image: S3HY-63BQ-HCT
   William Putt (36) head of household in Lisbon, Kendall, Illinois, United States. Born in England.
5. ↑ 1880 Census: "United States Census, 1880"
   citing Volume: 1; Affiliate Name: The U.S. National Archives and Records Administration (NARA); Affiliate Publication Number: T9; Affiliate Line Number: 00003; Digital film/folder number: 005157438; FHL microfilm: 1254219; Image number: 716; Sheet number: 355; Sheet letter: A; Packet letter: C
   FamilySearch Record: MXVQ-MSM (accessed 3 April 2024)
   FamilySearch Image: 33S7-9YBM-ZXC
   Wm Putt (49), married, Carpenter, head of household in Lisbon, Kendall, Illinois, United States. Born in England.
6. ↑ Marriage: "Nebraska Marriages, 1855-1995"
   citing Digital film/folder number: 007577022; FHL microfilm: 1986905; Record number: 156; Packet letter: B
   FamilySearch Record: X5ZN-QXG (accessed 3 April 2024)
   William Putt (63) marriage to Abeliza Hogoboom (64) on 12 May 1895 in Fairmont, Fillmore, Nebraska, United States.
7. ↑ 1900 Census: "United States Census, 1900"
   citing Affiliate Name: The U.S. National Archives and Records Administration (NARA); Affiliate Publication Number: T623; Line: 96; Digital film/folder number: 004119888; FHL microfilm: 1240926; Image number: 756; Sheet number: 10; Sheet letter: B; Packet letter: A; Indexing batch: N00859-3
   FamilySearch Record: M3BM-W6L (accessed 3 April 2024)
   FamilySearch Image: S3HY-6S3Q-CM7
   Wm Putt (69), married head of household in Exeter-Fairmont Consolidated Township, Fillmore, Nebraska, United States. Born in England.
8. ↑ Memorial: Find a Grave (has image)
   Find A Grave: Memorial #55209162 (accessed 3 April 2024)
   Memorial page for William Putt (22 Oct 1831-25 Sep 1914), citing Fairmont Cemetery, Fairmont, Fillmore County, Nebraska, USA (plot: Blk 14 Lot 4 Space 5); Maintained by Steve and Sue (contributor 48184071).

No sources. The events of William's life were either witnessed by Robin Rushton or Robin plans to add sources here later.

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