George Henry Bruckman (1846-1921)

George Henry Bruckman was born in Germany August 15, 1846, and died at his home in Lowell January 6, 1921, at the age of 74 years, 4 months and 21 days. He came to the United States, when he was three years, old with his parents, who settled in Indiana. At the age of 23 years he was united in marriage to Miss Esther Nichols. They continued to reside here for six years and then moved to Nebraska where they resided for 21 years and then returned to Indiana where they have since made their home. He has always been a farmer until a few years ago when he moved to Gary, and after living there for a short time, they moved to Lowell, where they have since resided. He was taken suddenly sick January 4th and in a short time was unconscious and remained in that condition until death came. The cause of death was paralysis. He leaves to mourn him, his wife, six children, Roy, Charles, Mrs. Ida Hays, George, William, Hattie; one daughter died when she was a small child. He also leaves one brother, David Bruckman, and a half-sister Mrs. Thomas Arnott.

Funeral services were held at the Christian church Saturday at 2 p.m. The services were attended by a large number of his friends and neighbors. Rev. Hamilton of the Christian church preached the funeral sermon. Interment was made in the Lowell cemetery. Undertaker Weaver had charge of the burial service. The wife and children have the sympathy of their friends in their sorrow.

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In Memoriam

In memory of our Grandfather, George H. Bruckman, who passed away January 6, 1921.

Oft we think of you dear grandpa,
And our hearts are sad with pain,
Oh, this world be Heaven
Could we hear your voice again.
We miss you in the morning,
We miss you so at night
And nothing seems just right.
Oh grandpa, so kind and true,
We always pray and think of you,
We would sacrifice every pleasure
And endure the keenest pain.
Could we only clasp out dear grandpa's hands again.

His Grandchildren