SIMMONS. Mary (Underwood) - b. January 31, 1943 - June 15, 1927

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Howard Courant
June 23, 1927

Mary Emmeline Underwood was born January 31, 1843, and passed out of this life in Elk Falls, Kansas, June 15, 1927, aged 84 years, 4 months and 15 days.

She was married to Willis Simmons June 30, 1864.  To this union were born four children, all of whom are yet living; Mrs. W. M. Williams, and Oliver W. Simmons of Elk Falls, Kansas; Charles W. Simmons and Mrs. Ida Pepin of Enid, Oklahoma.

The family came to Elk County about forty eight years ago, and has resided in several different localities, including a few years in Oklahoma and a year in Douglas county, Illinois.

Mr. Simmons died near Elk Falls, November 23, 1901. Since his death, Mrs. Simmons has made her home with her children. She was a very industrious woman, looking well to her household.  She was of quiet disposition, very much interested in the welfare of her children, and grandchildren.  She was a kind friend and neighbor, and very highly esteemed by all who became acquainted with her.

Her illness was of short duration.  She bore her suffering patiently.  Death came as a relief to her weary frame, and she is at rest.

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Funeral services took place at 10 a.m. June 17.  Music arranged by Miss Esther Arnall, a brief address by Newton Hill, followed by a short discourse by Rev. Frank L. Page.  Interment in the family lot in Elk Falls cemetery.