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Wednesday’s Child – Frank S Howes

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Laura Aanenson

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The epitaph on this headstone took my breath away.

In the still morning air, the the loss this family endured was almost palpable.

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Frank’s headstone is surrounded by large trees in a lovely section of Lakewood Cemetery in Minneapolis.

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May he rest in peace.

6 responses to “Wednesday’s Child – Frank S Howes”

  1. PJMoore Avatar
    PJMoore

    Oh my! How moving and emotionally written! That’s an outstanding stone.

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      Laura Aanenson

      It is beautiful, isn’t it? After reading Jim’s comment, I’ve been doing a little research on the Howes family. Can’t wait to share my findings – stay tuned!

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    Jim Craig

    The records indicate that his father J. M. Howes dies shortly after. Little Frank died July 5, 1889, J.M. died Sept. 17, 1889. I wonder if he died from a broken heart or if he found that he could not live with his grief. Frank’s mother Anna had died in 1881.

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      Laura Aanenson

      Just tragic, isn’t it? Anna is listed on one side of the larger monument here. You’ve made me curious Jim! I’ll see if I can find Jason’s cause of death and let you know.

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        Jim Craig

        As someone once said “There’s a story under each stone…”

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        Laura Aanenson

        Someone very wise if I remember correctly. [wink]

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