Iowa County History and Genealogy Books Online
These are free books online where you can research your Iowa ancestry. This list contains county and local history, genealogical and biographical books, as well as atlases and farm plats.
Crawford County IA
Iowa Atlases, Farm Directories, and Plat Books
This collection contains digital atlases, farm directories, and plat books for all 99 Iowa counties. We have collated these from a variety of online sources, and provide them here as a single source for all online Iowa County Atlases, Farm Directories, and Plat Books.
Bork, William – Obituary
William Bork, 99, passed away on November 23, 1988, at the Veterans Administration Medical Center in Walla Walla. Born on September 17, 1889, in Iowa, he moved to Oregon as a child and later homesteaded near Flora. A World War I veteran, he married Agnes Lindley in 1919, with whom he had a long-lasting partnership. Bork was active in farming and was a member of the Stateline Seventh-day Adventist Church. He is survived by his wife, a son, a daughter, and multiple grandchildren.
Bork, R. A. – Obituary
Rudolph A. Bork, a long-time resident of Wallowa County, died on November 18, 1938, shortly before his 93rd birthday. Born in Germany in 1846, he immigrated to the United States in 1884 and settled in Wallowa County in 1891. Bork was known for his robust health and active lifestyle until his final days. His funeral service took place at the Methodist church in Flora, where he was remembered for his dedication to family and community, leaving behind eight children and numerous grandchildren.
Bork, R. G. – Obituary
Rudolph G. Bork, a retired farmer from Lostine, Oregon, passed away on March 15, 1975, at age 89. Born on April 20, 1885, in Iowa, he married Rena B. Miller in 1909. A member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, he is survived by his wife, two sons, a sister, two brothers, three grandchildren, and 13 great-grandchildren. Memorial services were held at Bollman Chapel, with interment at Lostine Cemetery.
Bork, Bertha Treptow – Obituary
Bertha Treptow Bork, born April 3, 1852, in Germany, passed away at her home near Flora, Oregon, on November 13, 1934, after a brief illness. She married Rudolph Bork in 1872 and immigrated to Iowa before settling in Oregon in 1891. They had nine children, eight of whom survive her, along with 30 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. A dedicated member of the Lutheran Church, she remained a faithful Christian throughout her life. Her family expressed gratitude for the support during their loss.
Bork, R. A. Mrs. – Obituary
Mrs. R.A. Bork, born Bertha Treptow in Germany on April 3, 1852, passed away on November 13, 1934, at her home near Flora, Oregon, after a brief illness. Married to Rudolph Bork in 1872, they immigrated to Iowa before settling in Oregon in 1891. She was the mother of nine children, eight of whom survive her, as well as 30 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. A devoted Lutheran, Mrs. Bork was surrounded by family at her passing.
Thompson, Mark Pomroy – Obituary
Mark Pomroy Thompson, a respected pioneer of Wallowa County, passed away on April 2, 1943, after a brief illness. Born on October 26, 1874, in Iowa, he moved to Oregon in 1888. He married Mable U. Creasy in 1893 and spent much of his life in Imnaha, where he raised cattle. Thompson was a community-minded individual, known for his hospitality, and was survived by his wife, four children, ten grandchildren, and extended family. His funeral reflected the deep respect and connection he had with the local community.
Hottendorf, Leonard Marvin – Obituary
Leonard Marvin Hottendorf, 82, of Hermiston, Oregon, passed away on February 13, 2003. Born July 30, 1920, in Vail, Iowa, he served in the Navy during WWII. His life included working as a ranch hand across several states and a career at Lamb Weston until 1989. Leonard was married to June Benning, with whom he had two daughters, before marrying R. Carleen Truscott in 1980. He is survived by his wife, children, and numerous grandchildren. Leonard was an active member of the VFW and American Legion.
Iowa Cemetery Records Crawford to Dickinson Counties
Iowa Cemetery Records Crawford to Dickinson Counties
Schuff, Lillian E. Boyens Mrs. – Obituary
Lillian E. Schuff, aged 78, passed away on December 23, 2000, due to a motor vehicle accident near Baker City, Oregon. Born on October 26, 1922, in Dennison, Iowa, she began her career as a teacher before moving to Portland as a shipyard welder. Married in 1946 to Elmer Schuff, they raised two children and later retired to Baker City in 1973. Lillian is survived by her husband, children, grandchildren, and siblings. Memorial contributions are suggested to the American Diabetes Association.
Waggoner, Jessie E. (Gunn) – Obituary
Funeral services for Mrs. A. B. Waggoner, also known as Jessie E. Gunn, were held on September 22, 1949, at the Methodist church in Odebolt, officiated by Rev. H. M. Burns. Born on July 27, 1869, in Clinton, Iowa, Jessie moved to Crawford County at age 12 and married A. B. Waggoner in 1888. She had eight children, six of whom survive her. A dedicated community member and churchgoer, she passed away on September 20, 1949, at the age of 80.
Biographical Sketch of Henry K. Ferguson
Henry and Eliza Jane (Anspach) Ferguson settled in Silver Creek Township in 1874, acquiring land before the arrival of the railroad in 1877. Facing challenges such as the absence of doctors and banks in Ida County, they transported goods by team to distant trading points. Henry constructed their home using lumber from Storm Lake, navigating the untamed prairie without roads. The couple endured hardships, including the devastating 1876 grasshopper invasion that threatened their crops, but persevered, raising their daughter Velma in this harsh environment.
Biographical Sketch of Hans J. Lund
Hans J. Lund, born in Denmark on February 7, 1845, immigrated to America in 1864, settling in Chicago before moving to Ida County in 1883. He farmed until 1904, later relocating to Arthur and then Ida Grove in 1910. Lund married Geo. Heitman on November 3, 1883, and had one son, Max, along with four stepchildren. He died from blood poisoning following an operation in Sioux City, with his funeral held at his farm home and burial at the Swedish Lutheran Cemetery in Kiron, Iowa.
Biography of Alytte R. Dunn
Alytte R. Dunn, known as Ale, was a prominent farmer and stock-raiser in Ida County, Iowa. Born in 1854 in Scott County, IA, he settled in Logan township after acquiring land in the late 1870s and married Cora Andre in 1877. Dunn diligently improved his farm and participated in local politics as a Republican. Tragically, he was killed by a train on January 17, 1907, while returning from a public sale. His funeral drew a large crowd, reflecting his esteemed status in the community.