©2001, 2002 Nicole Carr
Just a note to those reading this: I am typing here word for word what was printed in the Aurora Register, typos and all.
DIED:--October 22nd, 1896 at the residence of his daughter, Mrs. T. Howell, Mr. John Greer, aged 86 years,10 months, and 12 days and was buried in the Richland Cemetery October 23rd. The funeral was preached by Rev. Calfee. He leaves five children to mourn their loss, one which is half sister to those living here. Mr. Greer has only one relative living, a brother living in Ohio. Mr. Greer was born in Tyrone, county Ireland. He moved to this country several years ago, settling in Ohio, living there about 8 years, then moving to Nebraska sixteen years ago. Mr. Greer professed religion when he was quite young joining the Presbyterian Church and has been a very faithful christian ever since. The last conversation he held with any one he was asked if he was afraid to die, he said no, and asked if he was ready to die, he said yes, I am prepared.