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Epp, John D (1879-1926)
Mennonite Weekly Review obituary: 1926 May 12 p. 1
Birth date: 1879 Apr 24
text of obituary:
Mountain Lake, Minn., May 6. — Daniel Epp, a much respected and beloved citizen of this community was laid to rest from the Bethel Church last Sunday afternoon, in the presence of more than a thousand friends. Many more were outside the church than could find seats inside.
The news of the death of the deceased was a distinct shock to the community, as few had known that he was even ill. Mr. Epp was a strong young man, and it seemed, in the prime of health, when an attack of appendicitis came upon him on Saturday, April 24th, the date of birthday. He was rushed to the hospital at once and operated upon immediately. The operation was successful, and he seemed to recuperate quickly. At the end of the fourth day, he spoke of going home. However, he became weaker, and on the afternoon of the 29th, he passed quietly away.
The loss to his family is keenly felt, as there are nine children, from his three marriages. His wife is broken down, and has been very ill during the entire period of his death and funeral.
Mennonite Weekly Review obituary: 1926, May 12 p. 6
text of obituary:
was born on his father’s farm northwest of Mountain Lake, in 1879. During his youth, he helped on the parental farm, and in 1901, he went to the altar with Miss Anna Ewert. Four children were born to this union, which was of short duration. In 1917 he was united in marriage to Miss Susie Flaming, and four children were born to this couple. However, their happiness lasted only five years, and he buried another wife and mother.
In the summer of 1924, he was again married, and Mrs. Epp brought one child with her, taking the responsibility also of caring for the other eight, which had been left behind. Their happiness was sublime, and everything went well on their farm two miles southwest of the village, until this great sorrow overtook them. — Mt. Lake Observer
