August Theodore Youngquist
Born: September 6th, 1850
Died: July 16th, 1925
Obituary
August T. Youngquist, 75 years old, retired employe of The Burlington Route, died at the home of his son, J.C. Youngquist, 118 South Garfield street, at 9:30 o'clock Thursday evening. Although Mr. Youngquist had been in poor health for some time, his death was not expected at this time. He was born in Sweden, September 6, 1850, coming to America and to Burlington in 1871. For forty-four years he was a carpenter in the West Burlington shops, having been retired on a pension, about four and on-half years ago. He was married to Miss Caroline M. Johnson, who preceded him in death in 1922. To them was born one son, with whom Mr. Youngquist had been living. Mr. Youngquist was a faithful member of the Messiah Lutheran church of this city and had been an officer in the church. Surviving is the son, J. C. Youngquist and a brother, John E. Youngquist, both of Burlington. Funeral services will be held Sunday afternoon at 3 o'clock from the home. Rev. William Bergh of the Messiah Lutheran church will officiate.