Berthold, Christina Cathrena
Grandma Berthold Dead
(Delayed)
March 25 – A death that caused universal gloom to pervade the hearts of the people occurred Wednesday evening at about 5 o'clock at Glidden, when the poor, tired spirit of Mrs. Christanna (better known as Grandma) Berthold took its flight to that heavenly home above, where suffering, sorrow and parting will never be known. For several months poor "Grandma's" health had been failing and it was evident that the end was near. However expected it might have been those left behind were illy prepared for it, for "Grandma" had been with us so long that the idea of parting was death itself. The sweet old soul "fell asleep in Jesus" very calmly, peacefully, regretful of leaving those behind, but glad to be with loved ones, who had gone on before. The remains were brought here last Thursday eve, and laid to rest in the Millers Creek cemetery at 4 o'clock and [was feeling] conducted by the Methodist pastor of Columbus. "Grandma" Berthold was a lovely type of the old time womanhood. Kind and courteous to all, the soul of hospitality, thoughtful of the comfort and pleasure of others, the best of friends, and neighbors, none knew her but to love her. Her death left an aching void in the hearts of those who knew and loved her, which can never be filled. "Grandma" Berthold was born in Wittenberg, Germany, on the 29th of May 1826, and was nearly 92 years of age. She was married in 1849 and came to Texas in 1850, and landed Galveston; stayed in Houston three weeks and came to this county, spending the remainder of her life here, but for the past eleven years, she has made her home with her granddaughter, Mrs. Percy Obenhaus of Glidden, where she died. Her early experiences (of which she retained a most vivid recollection up to the time of her death) were fraught with many incidents of hardships and danger. Many relatives and friends were present from a distance to pay the last sad tribute to the memory of one they loved so well. Our heartfelt sympathy goes out to the bereaved ones in this sad hour.
Weimar Mercury, April 5, 1918
Transcribed by Judy Talkington
I have found two maiden names for her: Bruno and Englot. Still not sure which is correct.
Grandma Berthold Dead
(Delayed)
March 25 – A death that caused universal gloom to pervade the hearts of the people occurred Wednesday evening at about 5 o'clock at Glidden, when the poor, tired spirit of Mrs. Christanna (better known as Grandma) Berthold took its flight to that heavenly home above, where suffering, sorrow and parting will never be known. For several months poor "Grandma's" health had been failing and it was evident that the end was near. However expected it might have been those left behind were illy prepared for it, for "Grandma" had been with us so long that the idea of parting was death itself. The sweet old soul "fell asleep in Jesus" very calmly, peacefully, regretful of leaving those behind, but glad to be with loved ones, who had gone on before. The remains were brought here last Thursday eve, and laid to rest in the Millers Creek cemetery at 4 o'clock and [was feeling] conducted by the Methodist pastor of Columbus. "Grandma" Berthold was a lovely type of the old time womanhood. Kind and courteous to all, the soul of hospitality, thoughtful of the comfort and pleasure of others, the best of friends, and neighbors, none knew her but to love her. Her death left an aching void in the hearts of those who knew and loved her, which can never be filled. "Grandma" Berthold was born in Wittenberg, Germany, on the 29th of May 1826, and was nearly 92 years of age. She was married in 1849 and came to Texas in 1850, and landed Galveston; stayed in Houston three weeks and came to this county, spending the remainder of her life here, but for the past eleven years, she has made her home with her granddaughter, Mrs. Percy Obenhaus of Glidden, where she died. Her early experiences (of which she retained a most vivid recollection up to the time of her death) were fraught with many incidents of hardships and danger. Many relatives and friends were present from a distance to pay the last sad tribute to the memory of one they loved so well. Our heartfelt sympathy goes out to the bereaved ones in this sad hour.
Weimar Mercury, April 5, 1918
Transcribed by Judy Talkington
I have found two maiden names for her: Bruno and Englot. Still not sure which is correct.
Berthold, Christina Cathrena
Grandma Berthold Dead
(Delayed)
March 25 – A death that caused universal gloom to pervade the hearts of the people occurred Wednesday evening at about 5 o'clock at Glidden, when the poor, tired spirit of Mrs. Christanna (better known as Grandma) Berthold took its flight to that heavenly home above, where suffering, sorrow and parting will never be known. For several months poor "Grandma's" health had been failing and it was evident that the end was near. However expected it might have been those left behind were illy prepared for it, for "Grandma" had been with us so long that the idea of parting was death itself. The sweet old soul "fell asleep in Jesus" very calmly, peacefully, regretful of leaving those behind, but glad to be with loved ones, who had gone on before. The remains were brought here last Thursday eve, and laid to rest in the Millers Creek cemetery at 4 o'clock and [was feeling] conducted by the Methodist pastor of Columbus. "Grandma" Berthold was a lovely type of the old time womanhood. Kind and courteous to all, the soul of hospitality, thoughtful of the comfort and pleasure of others, the best of friends, and neighbors, none knew her but to love her. Her death left an aching void in the hearts of those who knew and loved her, which can never be filled. "Grandma" Berthold was born in Wittenberg, Germany, on the 29th of May 1826, and was nearly 92 years of age. She was married in 1849 and came to Texas in 1850, and landed Galveston; stayed in Houston three weeks and came to this county, spending the remainder of her life here, but for the past eleven years, she has made her home with her granddaughter, Mrs. Percy Obenhaus of Glidden, where she died. Her early experiences (of which she retained a most vivid recollection up to the time of her death) were fraught with many incidents of hardships and danger. Many relatives and friends were present from a distance to pay the last sad tribute to the memory of one they loved so well. Our heartfelt sympathy goes out to the bereaved ones in this sad hour.
Weimar Mercury, April 5, 1918
Transcribed by Judy Talkington
I have found two maiden names for her: Bruno and Englot. Still not sure which is correct.
Grandma Berthold Dead
(Delayed)
March 25 – A death that caused universal gloom to pervade the hearts of the people occurred Wednesday evening at about 5 o'clock at Glidden, when the poor, tired spirit of Mrs. Christanna (better known as Grandma) Berthold took its flight to that heavenly home above, where suffering, sorrow and parting will never be known. For several months poor "Grandma's" health had been failing and it was evident that the end was near. However expected it might have been those left behind were illy prepared for it, for "Grandma" had been with us so long that the idea of parting was death itself. The sweet old soul "fell asleep in Jesus" very calmly, peacefully, regretful of leaving those behind, but glad to be with loved ones, who had gone on before. The remains were brought here last Thursday eve, and laid to rest in the Millers Creek cemetery at 4 o'clock and [was feeling] conducted by the Methodist pastor of Columbus. "Grandma" Berthold was a lovely type of the old time womanhood. Kind and courteous to all, the soul of hospitality, thoughtful of the comfort and pleasure of others, the best of friends, and neighbors, none knew her but to love her. Her death left an aching void in the hearts of those who knew and loved her, which can never be filled. "Grandma" Berthold was born in Wittenberg, Germany, on the 29th of May 1826, and was nearly 92 years of age. She was married in 1849 and came to Texas in 1850, and landed Galveston; stayed in Houston three weeks and came to this county, spending the remainder of her life here, but for the past eleven years, she has made her home with her granddaughter, Mrs. Percy Obenhaus of Glidden, where she died. Her early experiences (of which she retained a most vivid recollection up to the time of her death) were fraught with many incidents of hardships and danger. Many relatives and friends were present from a distance to pay the last sad tribute to the memory of one they loved so well. Our heartfelt sympathy goes out to the bereaved ones in this sad hour.
Weimar Mercury, April 5, 1918
Transcribed by Judy Talkington
I have found two maiden names for her: Bruno and Englot. Still not sure which is correct.
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