Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1901-12-18
SUDDEN DEATH OF A PROMINENT CITIZEN.

Not In the memory OF the writer have
the two well-worn admonitions been
more forcibly illustrated-'Man pro-
poses God disposes,' in the midst of
life we are in death, than in the tax
ing off of our best known citizen and
neighbor, William f. Lindemann, the
particulars of whose death are already
well known by the public. While sit
ting at his desk in his private Office
examining the morning mail. last Fri
day, the life of this exemplary man
went out like fash. He fell from his
chair upon the floor and with scarcely
gasp, expired. Mr.. Lindemann had
complained a half hour before of a sharp
pain in his breast. his sons urging him
to go home, but he soon resumed work
and no intimation of the crisis was ap-
parent till the eni came The sad news
spread quickly and produced a shock
throughout the community such as few
tragic endings would bring. The re-
mains were soon tenderly removed to
the home, where the grief stricken family
awaited the home coming of the silent
form of him who two hours previous
had gone to his accustomed duties full
of life and in usual strength and hope.
Funeral occurred at ii home on Sun
day afternoon and was attended by as
many friends and neighbors as could
| find room in the spacious residence.
The remains lay in state in the north
! parlor from II to 1 o'clock, where sur
| rounded by beautiful and appropriate
| floral offerings from societies and friends
| the public had opportunity to pass and
view the familiar features of the quiet,
unpretentious man whose past forty-six
years of life were intimately identified
with and form an important link in the
| history of Viroqua and Vernon county.
| AS in life, the featuresLwere composed,
! and hi. form appeared more in sleep
| ing attitude than cold in death The
services were nipple and appropriate,
| typifying the character of the man.
| Familiar hymns were rendered, Scrip
ture reading by Rev. John Tresidder,
prayer by Rev. William Haughton, and
a tribute to the busy life, character,
good deeds and memory of the deceased,
| given by Rev. John A. Stemeu. The
remains were removed to the cemetery
by Masonic brethren, and given a final
resting place with forms OF the order.
| The pail bearers were intimate neighbors
and friends of the deceased during life
M. d. Chese, e. ID. Williams, W. N.
| Coffiand, Fl ed Eckhart M. G. Nichols
and NJ. C. Iergh.
No eulogy that the CENRoR nigh pay
to the mem ry of William +. Lindemann
could EXPIRE the high regard in which
he was hello as citizen and in the busi-
ness world. He has a record for honesty
of purpose, unhinching integrity and
true regard for the rights of Others
The tribute Of Rev. John A. Stemen
leaves little room for the CENSOR to
speak. He was man of large affairs
and small details. Attended strictly to
his personal affairs, not forgetting, how
ever, the duty he ON ed the community
in public affairs, He was good friend
and father and husband whose counsel,
tender heart and solicitude for his kin
will be sadly missed and mourned- He
had wisely prepared for the day when
he must band over the burdens he had
80 well managed and husbanded, byssur-
rounding himsy IL in business with his
three sons and daughter each Of whom
were financially and personally interest
ed with him in his large business affairs
As an old time merchant and banker
Mr. Lindeman came into close touch
with the community, and it is the best
tribute to his busy and useful career
that none have other than words OF
commendation for his business deeds,
and tne highest regard for him as man.
Mr. Lindemann's first location in this
county was on West Prairie, where he
followed the occupation Of a farmer
Soon after BE came TO Viroqua, engaged
in merchandising. which he continued
till the day of his death The details Of
this business we given over TO M D.
Chase, who was partner for many
years. Albon Lindemsnn, his son, has
managed aud been interested in the busi-
ness since MIR. Chase retired. Since the
organization of the Bank Of Viroqua
Mr. Lindemann has given its affairs his
constant at entiop.
Mr. Lindemann was married to Miss
ReOecca Akles Of this place during the
ffties They have four living children
Henry, Albon. William, Jr., and Re-
gina, the wife Of DR.. VIM. Trowbridge.
Mr. Lindemann had two sisters and
brother still living.