David William Yocum

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Obituary- Yocum, David

D.W. Yocum, Pioneer Business Man, Dead After Brief Illness
The people of Rossville were shocked beyond expression last Friday morning about 10:30 when the word was passed telling of the decease of Dave Yocum at his home.

Many had seen him as he passed along the street as usual earlier in the day to open his store. His last illness began during the night, but he rallied and felt capable of going about his business as usual. However, sometime after he opened the store he began feeling ill again and sought his physicians. He was advised to go home, which he did. It was only a short time thereafter until he expired.

The deceased gentleman was the last of our early day business men. During his business career he was successfully painter, decorator, restaurant man and general merchant.

During his long career here he had gained the respect and esteem of the people and was known as a square man, generous and kindhearted to the extreme. The last venture in the mercantile business began only a few months ago, after a year's absence while he and Mrs. Yocum lived on their farm northeast of town.

Mrs. Yocum plans to carry on as usual in the store to take care of the nice little business that has naturally returned to its founder.

David W. Yocum was born in Perry County, Pennsylvania, April 27, 1858 and died on April 1st, 1927 at his home in Rossville.

He came to Kansas in the year 1880 and since that time has resided in and near Rossville.

He was united in marriage in 1901 to Rebecca Vorhies.

In 1905 he affiliated with the Methodist church and until the time of his departure was one of their most faithful members.

For the past few years he has been engaged in the mercantile business in Rossville. He was honest in all business transactions and respected by his fellow citizens.

He was always willing and ready to assist in the work of the church and the upbuilding of his community.

The funeral services were conducted Sunday, April 3rd at 2 o'clock at the Methodist church. Rev. G.C. Albin of Topeka the officiating minister was assisted by Rev. Pritchett.

Interment was in the Rossville cemetery. Those who survive are, his wife, one son, three grandchildren, two sisters, and three brothers.

[From 7 Apr 1927]