The Waterloo Times April 2, 1915 Mrs. Barbara Kraft Dead Mrs. Barbara Kraft, widow of the late William Kraft, died at her home near Madonnaville, Sunday afternoon March 28, 1915, aged 84 years. Deceased was born in Germany and came to this country with her parents when quite young. The family located at Belleville and later came to Monroe County, residing near Madonnaville ever since. She was married twice. Her first husband was John Berger, and one child, Mrs. Jacob Pluth of this city survives. She was afterwards married to Wm. Kraft who preceded her in death about 15 years ago. Of his union four children were born, John Kraft, Mrs. Wm. Wierschem, Mrs. John Griffin, all of Madonnaville, and Mrs. Geo. Harbaugh of St. Louis. Her remains were laid to rest in the Madonnaville cemetery Tuesday morning after requiem mass in the Catholic church, Rev. Eckert officiating. Six of her grand-sons acted as pall-bearers. Her funeral offerings were many and beautiful. May her sleep be peaceful and calm.