At the end of January I wrote about a few people in the DeHaven family. I have in front of me a column probably cut out of the Wessington Times (SD) "For What it's Worth - by LeRoy". There is no date included. I do know that Tom died in 1963. The subject is Tom DeHaven...the husband of Mom's aunt Helen Daugherty.
"The people of Wessington and vicinity were saddened this week by the news of the death of a very well-known life time resident of their town. We refer, of course, to Tom DeHaven, who was well known not only in this area, but over the entire midwest, as well as many other parts of these United States."
Tom was one who always proved to be proficient in his undertakings, and in the early days of his manhood became well known in the rodeo circuits of the midwest. He became an expert judge of horses and horsemanship, and developed an unusually keen skill in the judging of quality and weight of cattle. His talents as an auctioneer were unchallenged, and his services were sought from far and wide. His memory of names and faces was uncanny, and his acquaintances covered an extremely wide area. Many of us can recall instances when we were several hundred miles from home and a stranger, when we mentioned Wessington, would ask 'Do you know Tom DeHaven?'
Tom was also very skilled in his hobbies, and his talent at the bridge tables were very much respected. His billiard game was of a professional quality, also.
This newspaper joins with his many friends in extending sincere sympathy to the family. Tom's friendly greetings will be long remembered and sorely missed."
I have a bit more about Tom...mostly candid comments. Let me know if you are interested.
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