Note: BIRCHARD O. STORLEY (NORWAY) Birchard O. Storley, one of the pioneers of this town died of asthma at his residence three miles east of the village last Saturday, May 21, 1892, aged 55 years, 6 months and 24 days. He was born in Norway , October 27, 1836. Emigrating to this country in 1843, he located in Racine County, this state. In the fall of 1854 he settled in this town, where he has since resided. November 27, 1869, he married Miss Sarah Salveson, who survives him, no children having blessed their union He leaves brothers and sisters as follows: Gullick O. Storley and Knudt O. Storley, of this town; Ole O Storley, of Burlington, Racine County; Mrs. F.M. Immell, of this village; Abraham Olson, a half brother, and Mrs. Frank Lapen, a half sister, both of Racine County. Deceased had been troubled with asthma for 30 years, and for the past 13 years had not lain down. His only method of gaining rest and slumber was to sit on a cot or lounge with a chair in front of him, upon which his arms and head rested. He could get about the house most of the time, but in the 13 years though only three miles distant, he visited the village not more than three or four times. None can tell the amount of suffering the unfortunate man endured during all these weary years. Previous to his sickness he was prominently identified with the principal improvements and general prosperity of his town. He had held the office of town chairman, assessor and treasurer, all of which positions of honor and trust he filled with credit to himself and his constituents. He took an especial interest in building up and fostering the Scandinavian Lutheran church, of which he was a life member. He bore his suffering with Christian fortitude and patiently awaited the call of his Master. The funeral services were held in the Trempealeau Valley Lutheran church last Tuesday, being conducted in the Scandinavian and English languages by Rev. B. Hovde. The obsequies were attended by about 600 people, and the procession contained 55 teams. Deceased was a temperate, upright and honorable man, and one of the best read citizens in the community in which he so long resided, and leaves many friends to mourn his death. THE WHITEHALL TIMES AND BLAIR BANNER - MAY 25, 1892
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http://www.nagcnl.org/ Text: Cemetery Records First Name Birchard Last Name Olson / Date of Birth 1837-??-?? Date of Death 1892-05-21 Cemetery Trempealeau Valley Lutheran Location Blair Rd. City / Township Springfield County Jackson State WI Notes a 55 Volume OldWI
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http://www.nagcnl.org/ Text: Cemetery Records First Name Sarah Last Name Olson / Date of Birth 1840-??-?? Date of Death 1911-??-?? Cemetery Trempealeau Valley Lutheran Location Blair Rd. City / Township Springfield County Jackson State WI Volume OldWI
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