Frederick Rowe passed away at his home in Wausaukee shortly after 6 o'clock Saturday evening.  His death was due to old age and he had been confined to his home for over a year.
 
   Mr. Rowe was born in Steuben county, New York, Feb. 28, 1828, and was nearly 86 years of age.  His early life was spent in the east and on April 1, 1862, he enlisted in the Civil war, served his country faithfully for three years and was honorably discharged April 2, 1865, at Goldsboro, North Carolina.  He immediately re-enlisted in the army and served until the end of the war.
 
   Later he came to Wisconsin and was engaged in farming in Sauk and Richland counties until about thirteen years ago when he bought land and located in the town of Athelstane.  He cleared up a tract, erected buildings and established a home, but owing to his advanced years and failing health he was obliged to give up farming about eight years ago and he and Mrs. Rowe came to Wausaukee to live.  He had been in an almost helpless condition for over a year prior to his death, being confined to his bed during the last two months of his illness.
 
   Mr. Rowe was a kind-hearted and generous old gentleman, always ready to lend a helping hand to the needy and suffering, and he was esteemed by all who knew him.
 
   Besides his widow he leaves to mourn his loss four sons and four daughters - Finlay Rowe, Ladysmith; Herbert M. Rowe, Velva, N.D.; Sherman Rowe, Homestead, Mont.; Fred C. Rowe, Sandusky; Mrs. Philura Sheldon, LaValle; Mrs. Velnetta Moody, Kasson, Minn.; Mrs. Kate Kilbourn, Sparta; Mrs. Mabel S. Fullington, Granville, N.D.  He also is survived by eight step-children.
 
   The funeral was held from the Presbyterian church Wednesday afternoon, Rev. W.J. Norton of Amberg officiating.  
                                                                    

Source: OBITUARY - December 1913