BERNARD SPINNER PIONEER RESIDENT PASSES AWAY
Funeral Held Last Monday From The Catholic Church.
At the ripe old age of four score and 8 months, the spirit of Bernard Spinner (better known to his intimate friends as "Uncle George") departed from its earthly habitation on last Saturday night, and passed to that great beyond where he will receive his reward for a long and useful life.
Mr. Spinner was a very active and aggressive man throughout his entire life, and up until a few days of his demise, was seen upon our streets with the same sprightly step that charactered him always, and it was little thought by his relatives and friends that the end was so near, when on the 12th of this month he was confined to his bed, and hopes of his recovery was sincerely entertained that he soon would be himself again, but fate willed it not, and on the morning of the 17th passed peacefully on, casting a gloom over our community, which can be brought about only when one enjoys the respect and honor of his fellow men.
"Uncle George" was one of the old timers of this section, coming to Wyoming before the Union Pacific had entered the state, and the history of his busy and useful life, would make interesting reading. If it were possible to obtain all the hardships and trials that he has encountered in the early days of the west yet he has passed through them with not a scar upon his good name, for though temptation often confronted him in those trying days, he possessed the manhood to turn from them and choose the better things of life. He never married, and although without a life companion to cheer him in the dark hours, nevertheless, he always was cheerful and seen the bright aide of life.
His last hours were made as happy as was possible, with death hovering so near, for his relatives were with him and comforted him in his last moments, the best medical attention and a trained nurse were active in prolonging his life.
Monday morning at 9 o'clock Requiem Mass was read in the Church of the Immaculate Conception for the deceased. At 2 P. M. the funeral service was held from the same church, Father Schillinger conducting the service which was very impressive. The eulogy given the deceased by Father Schillinger, touching upon his life, was a word painted picture, seldom equalled, being forceful and inspiring to the many who attended the service. The remains were laid to rest in the Green River cemetery.
BIOGRAPHY
Bernhard Spinner, was born August 14, 1834 in Renchen, Baden, Germany. Came to America in 1854, locating in Cincinnati. Ohio. From Ohio he went to Missouri, where he started in the butcher business in St. Louis in 1856. Enlisted in Federal Amy at the outbreak of the Civil War in 1861 and followed the army throughout almost the entire campaign. When the Union Pacific railroad was being built he followed the course of construction as a meat contractor, arriving in Denver about 1867. Came to Wyoming in 1868, locating at Fort Steele, Bryan and Hilliard, as the work of construction progressed. From 1869 to 1872 he was engaged in the butcher business in Atlantic City, witnessing all the stirring times of that young camp. He came to Green River in the spring of 1872, where he opened the first meat market of the town in a log house still standing on the W. A. Johnson property. Shortly after he opened a shop in the small stove room adjoining Gravelle's drug store. In 1881 he bought the brick building no occupied by the Leo Viox meat market, there conducting his business. In 1887 he took Leo Viox into partnership, with whom he continued until 1892, when he retired from business. He also served as county commissioner in 1885 and 1886, during which time Fremont County was created.
Source: Green River Star, Green River, Wyoming, 23 Apr 1915, Page 1
Funeral Held Last Monday From The Catholic Church.
At the ripe old age of four score and 8 months, the spirit of Bernard Spinner (better known to his intimate friends as "Uncle George") departed from its earthly habitation on last Saturday night, and passed to that great beyond where he will receive his reward for a long and useful life.
Mr. Spinner was a very active and aggressive man throughout his entire life, and up until a few days of his demise, was seen upon our streets with the same sprightly step that charactered him always, and it was little thought by his relatives and friends that the end was so near, when on the 12th of this month he was confined to his bed, and hopes of his recovery was sincerely entertained that he soon would be himself again, but fate willed it not, and on the morning of the 17th passed peacefully on, casting a gloom over our community, which can be brought about only when one enjoys the respect and honor of his fellow men.
"Uncle George" was one of the old timers of this section, coming to Wyoming before the Union Pacific had entered the state, and the history of his busy and useful life, would make interesting reading. If it were possible to obtain all the hardships and trials that he has encountered in the early days of the west yet he has passed through them with not a scar upon his good name, for though temptation often confronted him in those trying days, he possessed the manhood to turn from them and choose the better things of life. He never married, and although without a life companion to cheer him in the dark hours, nevertheless, he always was cheerful and seen the bright aide of life.
His last hours were made as happy as was possible, with death hovering so near, for his relatives were with him and comforted him in his last moments, the best medical attention and a trained nurse were active in prolonging his life.
Monday morning at 9 o'clock Requiem Mass was read in the Church of the Immaculate Conception for the deceased. At 2 P. M. the funeral service was held from the same church, Father Schillinger conducting the service which was very impressive. The eulogy given the deceased by Father Schillinger, touching upon his life, was a word painted picture, seldom equalled, being forceful and inspiring to the many who attended the service. The remains were laid to rest in the Green River cemetery.
BIOGRAPHY
Bernhard Spinner, was born August 14, 1834 in Renchen, Baden, Germany. Came to America in 1854, locating in Cincinnati. Ohio. From Ohio he went to Missouri, where he started in the butcher business in St. Louis in 1856. Enlisted in Federal Amy at the outbreak of the Civil War in 1861 and followed the army throughout almost the entire campaign. When the Union Pacific railroad was being built he followed the course of construction as a meat contractor, arriving in Denver about 1867. Came to Wyoming in 1868, locating at Fort Steele, Bryan and Hilliard, as the work of construction progressed. From 1869 to 1872 he was engaged in the butcher business in Atlantic City, witnessing all the stirring times of that young camp. He came to Green River in the spring of 1872, where he opened the first meat market of the town in a log house still standing on the W. A. Johnson property. Shortly after he opened a shop in the small stove room adjoining Gravelle's drug store. In 1881 he bought the brick building no occupied by the Leo Viox meat market, there conducting his business. In 1887 he took Leo Viox into partnership, with whom he continued until 1892, when he retired from business. He also served as county commissioner in 1885 and 1886, during which time Fremont County was created.
Source: Green River Star, Green River, Wyoming, 23 Apr 1915, Page 1
BERNARD SPINNER PIONEER RESIDENT PASSES AWAY
Funeral Held Last Monday From The Catholic Church.
At the ripe old age of four score and 8 months, the spirit of Bernard Spinner (better known to his intimate friends as "Uncle George") departed from its earthly habitation on last Saturday night, and passed to that great beyond where he will receive his reward for a long and useful life.
Mr. Spinner was a very active and aggressive man throughout his entire life, and up until a few days of his demise, was seen upon our streets with the same sprightly step that charactered him always, and it was little thought by his relatives and friends that the end was so near, when on the 12th of this month he was confined to his bed, and hopes of his recovery was sincerely entertained that he soon would be himself again, but fate willed it not, and on the morning of the 17th passed peacefully on, casting a gloom over our community, which can be brought about only when one enjoys the respect and honor of his fellow men.
"Uncle George" was one of the old timers of this section, coming to Wyoming before the Union Pacific had entered the state, and the history of his busy and useful life, would make interesting reading. If it were possible to obtain all the hardships and trials that he has encountered in the early days of the west yet he has passed through them with not a scar upon his good name, for though temptation often confronted him in those trying days, he possessed the manhood to turn from them and choose the better things of life. He never married, and although without a life companion to cheer him in the dark hours, nevertheless, he always was cheerful and seen the bright aide of life.
His last hours were made as happy as was possible, with death hovering so near, for his relatives were with him and comforted him in his last moments, the best medical attention and a trained nurse were active in prolonging his life.
Monday morning at 9 o'clock Requiem Mass was read in the Church of the Immaculate Conception for the deceased. At 2 P. M. the funeral service was held from the same church, Father Schillinger conducting the service which was very impressive. The eulogy given the deceased by Father Schillinger, touching upon his life, was a word painted picture, seldom equalled, being forceful and inspiring to the many who attended the service. The remains were laid to rest in the Green River cemetery.
BIOGRAPHY
Bernhard Spinner, was born August 14, 1834 in Renchen, Baden, Germany. Came to America in 1854, locating in Cincinnati. Ohio. From Ohio he went to Missouri, where he started in the butcher business in St. Louis in 1856. Enlisted in Federal Amy at the outbreak of the Civil War in 1861 and followed the army throughout almost the entire campaign. When the Union Pacific railroad was being built he followed the course of construction as a meat contractor, arriving in Denver about 1867. Came to Wyoming in 1868, locating at Fort Steele, Bryan and Hilliard, as the work of construction progressed. From 1869 to 1872 he was engaged in the butcher business in Atlantic City, witnessing all the stirring times of that young camp. He came to Green River in the spring of 1872, where he opened the first meat market of the town in a log house still standing on the W. A. Johnson property. Shortly after he opened a shop in the small stove room adjoining Gravelle's drug store. In 1881 he bought the brick building no occupied by the Leo Viox meat market, there conducting his business. In 1887 he took Leo Viox into partnership, with whom he continued until 1892, when he retired from business. He also served as county commissioner in 1885 and 1886, during which time Fremont County was created.
Source: Green River Star, Green River, Wyoming, 23 Apr 1915, Page 1
Funeral Held Last Monday From The Catholic Church.
At the ripe old age of four score and 8 months, the spirit of Bernard Spinner (better known to his intimate friends as "Uncle George") departed from its earthly habitation on last Saturday night, and passed to that great beyond where he will receive his reward for a long and useful life.
Mr. Spinner was a very active and aggressive man throughout his entire life, and up until a few days of his demise, was seen upon our streets with the same sprightly step that charactered him always, and it was little thought by his relatives and friends that the end was so near, when on the 12th of this month he was confined to his bed, and hopes of his recovery was sincerely entertained that he soon would be himself again, but fate willed it not, and on the morning of the 17th passed peacefully on, casting a gloom over our community, which can be brought about only when one enjoys the respect and honor of his fellow men.
"Uncle George" was one of the old timers of this section, coming to Wyoming before the Union Pacific had entered the state, and the history of his busy and useful life, would make interesting reading. If it were possible to obtain all the hardships and trials that he has encountered in the early days of the west yet he has passed through them with not a scar upon his good name, for though temptation often confronted him in those trying days, he possessed the manhood to turn from them and choose the better things of life. He never married, and although without a life companion to cheer him in the dark hours, nevertheless, he always was cheerful and seen the bright aide of life.
His last hours were made as happy as was possible, with death hovering so near, for his relatives were with him and comforted him in his last moments, the best medical attention and a trained nurse were active in prolonging his life.
Monday morning at 9 o'clock Requiem Mass was read in the Church of the Immaculate Conception for the deceased. At 2 P. M. the funeral service was held from the same church, Father Schillinger conducting the service which was very impressive. The eulogy given the deceased by Father Schillinger, touching upon his life, was a word painted picture, seldom equalled, being forceful and inspiring to the many who attended the service. The remains were laid to rest in the Green River cemetery.
BIOGRAPHY
Bernhard Spinner, was born August 14, 1834 in Renchen, Baden, Germany. Came to America in 1854, locating in Cincinnati. Ohio. From Ohio he went to Missouri, where he started in the butcher business in St. Louis in 1856. Enlisted in Federal Amy at the outbreak of the Civil War in 1861 and followed the army throughout almost the entire campaign. When the Union Pacific railroad was being built he followed the course of construction as a meat contractor, arriving in Denver about 1867. Came to Wyoming in 1868, locating at Fort Steele, Bryan and Hilliard, as the work of construction progressed. From 1869 to 1872 he was engaged in the butcher business in Atlantic City, witnessing all the stirring times of that young camp. He came to Green River in the spring of 1872, where he opened the first meat market of the town in a log house still standing on the W. A. Johnson property. Shortly after he opened a shop in the small stove room adjoining Gravelle's drug store. In 1881 he bought the brick building no occupied by the Leo Viox meat market, there conducting his business. In 1887 he took Leo Viox into partnership, with whom he continued until 1892, when he retired from business. He also served as county commissioner in 1885 and 1886, during which time Fremont County was created.
Source: Green River Star, Green River, Wyoming, 23 Apr 1915, Page 1
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