Beaverton Historical Society Gladwin County Obituary/Death Notice
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Robert Tubbs
DEATH OF ROBERT B. TUBBS
WELL-KNOWN RESIDENT PASSES AWAY IN THIS CITY
The death of Robert B. Tubbs took place in Gladwin last Saturday. Mr. Tubbs had been in a
feeble condition since last February, when he was stricken with paralysis. He had recovered
sufficiently, however, to move about, until a few weeks previous to his death, when he was again
confined to his bed. Mr. Tubbs had often said that if he become helpless he did not desire to live
longer, and his wish was gratifield in this respect. Robert Bailey Tubbs was born in Southport,
New York, in 1834. In 1855 he married Zillah Edsall at Holly, Mich. She died in 1872. To them five
children were born, two of whom are living: William B. Tubbs of this city and Robert E. Tubbs of
Mt. Pleasant.
Mr. Tubbs was a soldier, organizing a company at Grand Blanc, at the beginning of the Civil war.
He was lieutenant in the 8th Michigan cavalry and in that capacity was presented by the citizens of
Grand Blanc with a sword. He lived most of his life in Oakland and Genesee counties, and spent his
last years here in Gladwin, living with his son, W. B.
He was one of the first lumbermen in this county, having camps on the Little Cedar and on the
Tobacco, 38 years ago. His latter years were spent in farming, working as long as health permitted.
He enjoyed seeing things grow. His life was a busy one; he was a great worker, happiest when at work.
He was of strong determination, finishing what he started whatever the difficulies. His strong
constitution broke down with the last year, however failing .
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Personal Information
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Death Date
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Burial/Final Location
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Service
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08/11/1906
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Unknown Cemetery
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Civil War
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Publication Information
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Pub. Date
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Publication
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Pub. Page
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08/16/1906
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Gladwin County Record, Gladwin, MI
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P:1 C:4
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Transcription Information
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Date
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Transcribed by
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Source Media
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January 2005
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Tom Ladner
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Microfilm
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