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Uwe Zimbelmann:
Burial: Burr Oak Cemetery Burr Oak Kansas
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The funeral of Edward M Karnatz, who died at Camp Funston from the epidemic, was held at the home of his parents, north of town last Saturday afternoon, conducted by Rev Stansbury, assisted by Rev Reynolds and burial was made in the Burr Oak cemetery. The following obituary was read at the funeral:
Edward Milton Karnatz, son of John and Lena Karnatz, was born near St Francis, Kans, December 13, 1894 and passed away at Camp Funston, Kansas October 15, 1918, age 23 years 10 months and 2 days.
In the year 1898 he came which his parents to Jewell county, where he remained until 1914 when he went to Canada, being there when the present war was declared.
About a year later on his way home, he stopped at Omaha and made application ?? the aviation corps, came on home and ?? ?? call. After filling ?? ?? were furnished him. ?? from them he ?? at Mankato, September 5, being placed in the 35th Co, 164th D. B. There he fell a victim of influenza, followed by pneumonia and passed on the evening of October 15 at 7:30 p.m.
His parents being notified of his illness left at once and reached his bedside the morning before his departure.
He knew them, giving them the happy smile of greeting but was unable to talk to them, yet they could hear him lisp the name of Jesus and lifting his eyes and clasping his hands as in prayer he quietly passed away.
He was converted when about 13 years of age and united with the Evangelical church, always carrying his testament with him.
While away from home and friends trapping in the north country he didn't forget his early training but in company with an aged indian held their evening devotions. Eddie was of quiet unassuming nature, devoted to his parents and loved ones.
He leaves to mourn his death the father and mother, four brothers and one sister: Charles F., in service in France; Otto H., Ernest H., Walter J and Effie M., all of Burr Oak. Two sisters in infancy preceded him to the better world. A host of relatives and friends also mourn his departure.
Truly he has given his life for his county as much as though he had fallen on the battlefield in France.