Isaac D. Hanson

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Death of Isaac Hanson. Died at his home in Colegrove Wednesday, Oct. 10th, 1917, Isaac Hanson, aged 79 years, 7 months and 23 days. Mr. Hanson for the past few years had been in poor health. Isaac Hanson was born in Norway, March 17th, 1838. He was united in marriage to Caroline Hanson in 1863. To them were born five children, Hannah and Hans, who still live at home; Mrs. C.M. Benson and Mrs. Frank Stranburg of Colegrove, and. Peter Malm of Warren. Besides his wife and children he is survived by 45 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. He came to this country in 1880 and located at Clermont. Later he moved to Colegrove, which has since been his home. Up until the time his health began to fail he was active and industrious. He was quiet and reserved in his manner, but had a loving disposition and was liked by all who knew him. He was a loving husband and a kind father. The last moments of his life were (unreadable) was willing and ready to meet his Heavenly Fatr. The funeral was held Saturday; a short service was held at the house at 7 o'clock and the funeral service at 7:30 at the church. Rev. Pihlblad of the Swedish Mission church, Smethport, and Rev. Edmunds of Colegrove church officiated. Theree many and beautiful floral offerings. The interment was made in the Colegrove cemetery. Those from out of town who attended the funeral were: Mr. and Mrs. Peter Malm, the Misses Alvita, Helen and Francis Malm, and Mrs. Roy Blodgett of Warren; Mr. and Mrs. Ed Benson, Olean; Miss Gorman, Tidioute; Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Anderson, Mr. Anderson, Helen Anderson, Gerald Anderson, of Clermont; Mrs. G. Pihlblad, Mr. and Mrs. J. Johnson Mr. and Mrs. Martin Carlson, Mr. and Mrs. Ed Norman, Mr. and Mrs. Aaron Norman and (unreadable).
(THE MCKEAN DEMOCRAT NEWSPAPER, (SMETHPORT), October 11, 1917, Page 1)

Isaac married Cristina E. in ca 1865. Cristina was born in Mar 1843 in Norway. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Other Events and Attributes:

• Immigrant: 1881

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MRS C.BENSON OF COLEGROVE DIES AT HOME -
Mrs. C.M. Benson, 80, of Colegrove, PA, a prominent resident of McKean County for the past 65 years, died at her home last evening at 8:35 o'clock following an illness of nine years duration. Mrs.Benson was born on June 22, 1866 in Norway, and came to the United States when 15 years of age, settling in Colegrove. She was a member of the Methodist Church in Colegrove. Survivors include one daughter, Mrs.Minnie B. Hogestedt of Colegrove, who lived with her mother and took care of her mother during her illness; three sons, Francis W. Benson, Crosby; Burnell Benson and Donald C. Benson, both of Colegrove; one brother, Hanse Hanson, Crosby; three sisters, Mrs. Hannah Stranburg, Crosby,PA, Mrs. Helga Stransburg, Colegrove and Mrs. Inga Malm, Warren; four grandchildren, Jane Benson, Buffalo and Mrs.Gladys Culbertson, Claredon, Mary Jane Benson and Donald Benson of Colegrove. With the mother at the time of her death was a son, Donald C. Benson. The remains were taken in charge by a Smithport funeral home. Services will be held at a time and place to be announced later.
(The Bradford Era - Oct, 1 1946, page 1)

Martina married Charles Magnus Benson in ca 1883. Charles was born on 30 Aug 1858 in Halmstad, Sweden; died in 1934 in Norwich, McKean County, Pennsylvania; was buried in Norwich Cemetery, Norwich, McKean County, Pennsylvania. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Barney Benson, aged about 33 years, died at the home of his grandmother in Colegrove Monday evening, the cause of his death being typhoid fever. The deceased had been working in the Robinson, Ill. Oil fields, but came home a short time ago use he was not feeling well. His trouble was walking typhoid and he was up and around for several days after returning home. He was taken suddenly worse while calling on his grandmother and it was impossible to move him to the home of his parents. He was the eldest son of Mr. and Mrs. C.M. Benson of Colegrove and was a young man who possessed those admirable qualities which made him a host of friends among a large circle of acquaintances. He is survived by is parents and several bros and sisters who will have the heartfelt sympathy of many friends in this their time of great bereavement. The funeral services are to be held at Colegrove at 1 o'clock today and his remains will be laid at rest in the Colegrove cemetery.
(THE MCKEAN COUNTY MINER NEWSPAPER - Jan 2, 1908, Transcribed by Ronald J. Reid, 2009)

Family/Spouse: Captain Oscar William Hogstedt. Oscar was born on 16 Sep 1882; died on 7 Nov 1917 in Sour Lake, Hardin County, Texas; was buried in Colegrove Cemetery, Colegrove, McKean County, Pennsylvania. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Buried:
Sec E-1578

Other Events and Attributes:

• Military Service: 1917; World War I US Army - 1108th Inf A.E.F. 27th Div. Co.I Wounded in Action - lost his right arm fighting in France. ("was in the same shell hole with Scowden's body for a whole day."

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Buried:
Sec E-1599

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McKean County Democrat - January 26, 1933, Smethport, Pennsylvania

Leonard Benson Killed InstantlyLeon ard Elmer Benson, 34, well known Crosby business man, musician and World War veteran,was instantly killed at about 5:45 o'clock Tuesday evening when his Ford .truck figured in a head-on collision with a hey Graham gasoline tank truck, owned by A. M. Anderson ofSmethport and driven by Jack Morrison. The accident occurred on the highway in Crosbya short distance above the Pennsylvania railroad crossing and near the intersection of the roadwhich crosses to the other side of the valley. The scene of the fatality s only a short distance from the victims home. Mr. Benson was enroute home in his light truck, while Mr. Morrison.was returning to Smethport. The latter driver, who was uninjured but suffered greatly from, shock, states that he saw the Ford approaching and both trucks were on the proper side of the side of the highway. As they were about to pass each other, Mr. Benson apparently lost control of his truck and it swerved sharply to the left, hitting the front of the gasoline truck with force sufficient to completely demolish the light vehicle, the engine of which was driven far back into the chassis by the impact. The heavy gasoline truck was also damaged beyond repair. Mr. Benson was badly mutilated and was dead when removed from the wreckage and taken to his home a few hundred feet away. Dr. Robert Hamilton of Smethport was summoned but found that death had been inst antaneous. Deceased was a gentleman of charming personality and was widely known throughoutthis section. He was postmaster of Crosby and a successful business man, having long been associated with his father in conducting C. M. Benson & Son's store at Crosby. He also did a thriving businesssupplying groceries and other articles to the wood camps located near Crosby, making regular truck deliveries. Mr. Benson was a talented musician and played with several bands and orchestras. He enlisted in the United States regular army at the start of the World War and served on the Mexican border for a time, later being sent to France as a member of the 106th Field Artillery Band of the27th DivisionHe spent 11 months in France. The subject of this sketch played with the former Crosby Band, whichwas a unique organization to be developed in such a small town. He organized and directed the Benson-Smith orchestra which was in great demand to furnish music for dances throughout' this section until it disbanded several years ago. Mr. Benson's partner, Max Smith, is now playing trombone with one of thecountry's leading orchestras. Deceased was a member of the Olean Lodge, Free and Accepted Masons,the Coudersport Consistory and Tall Cedars of Lebanon, Kane. He was a valued member of the crack bandrepresenting the Kane lodge. Mr. Benson was a member of McKean Post, Veterans of Foreign Wars,Smethport, and of Bucktall Post, American Legion, also of this borough. He was born in Colegrove on Oct. 16, 1898, a son of Mr. and Mrs. C. M. Benson, who survive. He is also survived by his wife, Mrs. Anna Eckert Benson; one daughter. Jane; one sister, Mrs. Minnie Hoegsted, of Warrenand three brothers, Francis and Burnell Benson of Colegrove and Donald Benson of Smethport.Funeral services will be held at the family home Friday afternoon at 2:00 o'clock. Rev. J. H. Bailey, pastor ofthe Crosby Methodist Episcopal Church, officiating. A firing squad composed of local veterans, ;Will conductfull military honors. Burial will be made in Colegrove Cemetery with Masonic rites.

Leonard married Anna Marie Eckert on 21 Mar 1921 in Olean, Cattaraugus County, New York. Anna was born on 14 Aug 1902 in Olean, Cattaraugus County, New York; died on 6 May 1991 in Erie County, New York. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: Stella Zlobec. Stella (daughter of Francesco Zlobec and Maria Tolar) was born on 1 Jun 1914 in Kraynavas, Austria; died on 21 Sep 1971. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Other Events and Attributes:

• Military Service: 16 Nov 1942, Erie, Erie County, Pennsylvania; World War II US Army While in Action 12Mar1945 in Germany suffered the loss of both legs Received decorations: Purple Heart, EAME Ribbon with Bronze Star, Victory Medal, American Theater Ribbon, and Good Conduct Medal.

Burnell married Edna Mae Shurwin in Feb 1947. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: Living. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: Unknown. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]