Cloud, Joseph J (d.1897)



BORN IN: Pennsylvania
DIED: 11/7/1897
AGED: 68
CAUSE OF DEATH: Paralysis
DEATH LOCATION: Redwood City

OCCUPATION: Civil Engineer

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JOSEPH J. CLOUD

Redwood City Democrat

Nov. 11, 1897

Joseph J. Cloud, who had been ill for two or three years most of which time he was confined to his home, died on Sunday last, Nov 7, 1897, at his residence in Redwood City. He was a native of Pennsylvania, aged 68 years. Deceased was an old and respected citizen of San Mateo County, and for sometime was County Surveyor. In addition to his widow, he leaves three Sons George Charles and Roy and one daughter, Miss Nellie, to mourn his loss. The funeral took place yesterday from the late family home, the remains being interred in Union Cemetery. The funeral was largely attended, Rev. L.H. Maar conducting the obsequies.

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