Name | Ethel Mae van Alstyne | |
Birth | 30 Oct 1883 | |
Gender | Female | |
Obituary | Obituary, Weimar Mercury, February 8, 1924 (Transcribed by Judy Talkington) Mrs. Ethel May Klatt, nee Van Alstyne, Passes Away, Following an Operation A death that saddened practically every heart and home in this community occurred Tuesday night of last week at a San Antonio hospital, when the breath of life passed from the body of Mrs. Ethel Mae Klatt, beloved wife of Mr. Arthur Klatt of Hallettsville following a severe operation under which she had gone the previous day. It was known that her condition was serious before she was taken to San Antonio, but all hoped that she could pass through the same safely and that the life of this truly good woman would be spared. The hope was futile. But a few short hours elapsed following the operation until the spirit of this good woman had gone to join her Creator. The body was tenderly prepared for burial and on Thursday afternoon at 3 o'clock the funeral cortege left the home of her parents, Judge and Mrs. W. A. Van Alstyne, wending its way to the Odd Fellows' Cemetery where the last sad rites were performed and the body of poor Ethel Mae Klatt laid to rest forever. Sad indeed were the hearts of the many present to witness the last sad rites, for in life no girl or woman had ever been so thoroughly enshrined in the hearts of our people. From early girlhood on up to the years of maturity she was the general favorite of all, and her presence in any home or gathering was like a ray of sunshine, permeating every quarter. The funeral services were conducted by Rev. J. C. Wilson of this city and Rev. J. D. McWhorter of Hallettsville and were most impressive and touching. The active pall bearers were J. H. Simpson, J. G. Traxler, Adolph Miller, Scott Hill of Hallettsville, and Stephen McCormick and Ben B. Holt of this city. Honorary pall bearers were S. H. Simpson, Fred Lacey, Hallettsville, and J. F Walker, Geo. Herder, Jr., W. J. Black and H. Brasher Jr. The floral offerings were many and profuse, some of the most beautiful ever seen in a Weimar cemetery attesting the universal popularity of the deceased. Mrs. Ethel Mae Klatt was born in Weimar Oct. 31, 1883. June 16, 1909 she was united in marriage to Mr. Arthur Klatt in this city. Soon after the wedding the happy young couple moved to Hallettsville where the husband held a responsible position with the Lavaca County Oil Company and which city they made their home up to the time of her death. Several weeks ago Mr. and Mrs. Klatt drove over to spend Sunday with her parents. While here she began feeling rather badly and decided not to return to Hallettsville that day, as contemplated. Her condition failed to improve, and her stay here was prolonged. Some ten days since it was decided to take her to San Antonio for treatment. Here an x-ray examination decided that an operation was imperative, and it was performed the day following her arrival there. She passed through this safely and all hoped that she would then get along nicely. But it was not to be. Near midnight of that fatal day, her poor tired spirit was wafted above and her sufferings were ended. She is survived by a heartbroken husband, Mr. Arthur Klatt, her parents, Judge and Mrs. W. A. VanAlstyne, one sister, Mrs. Emmie McCormick and two brothers, Messrs. John H. and Wm. VanAlstyne. Mrs. Klatt possessed one of the loveliest dispositions of anyone we ever knew. She was kind, thoughtful, always considerate of others, with a cheerful, kindly word for everyone she met. In the home and in every social gathering she was like unto a sunbeam on a winter day. She was welcome everywhere, for her presence always lent joy and pleasure to those with whom she came in contact. Sad indeed are the hearts of those who knew and loved her, as but few women are ever loved. Gone she is, but never to be forgotten. Our sincere and heartfelt sympathy goes out to her bereaved ones. | |
Person ID | I4331 | |
Last Modified | 30 Dec 2023 |
Father | Judge William A. van Alstyne b. Abt 1852, Texas | |
Mother | Mattie Hunter b. Abt 1856, Texas | |
Family ID | F5440 | Group Sheet | Family Chart |
Spouse / Partner | Arthur Klatt b. 31 May 1878 d. 5 Aug 1966 (Age 88 years) | |
Marriage | 6 Jun 1909 | |
Family ID | F2991 | Group Sheet | Family Chart |
Last Modified | 30 Dec 2023 |
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