Ahlrich, Gennie

The unexpected death of Gennie Ahlrich at her home Sunday morning cast a gloom over the community. Many were not aware of her illness before the report of her death was received. On Monday evening she attended an entertainment in Hutchinson, returning home Tuesday. She was the oldest daughter of Mr. & Mrs. F. J. Ahlrich, who have lived in this city and community most of Gennie's life. She was a young lady who everybody admired for her many good qualities of head and heart. She had friends wherever known.
Her loss to her parents and only sister, who idolized her, can only be realized by those who have passed through the same trying ordeal. She was an honored member of the Eastern Star, which order conducted the services at the cemetery. Brief funeral services were conducted at the home by Rev. Chapman of the Congregational Church, of which Miss Ahlrich was organist.
Many friends from Hutchinson, Newton, Oklahoma and Sterling were present to attest their friendship for the deceased. Her remains were followed to their resting place in Wildmead Cemetery by a very large procession, one of the largest ever seen in this city.

Nickerson Argosy February 23, 1898